The Kawartha Promoter - September 24, 2021 - Volume 31 Issue 18

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DRIVE THRU EVENT October 2nd & 3rd 10 am – 4 pm The directors of the Bobcaygeon Agricultural Society would like to invite you to participate in the above FREE event!

We are hosting our very first drive thru Fall Fair. Fair goers will drive through a designated route on the fairgrounds to take in the sights, sounds and tastes of the fair. It is a FREE event for participants but donations would be appreciated.

The route will include displays by local businesses (including fall floats, boats, new cars, banners, etc.), displays of various livestock, farm machinery, antique cars and tractors, pulling trucks, live entertainment and a sample taste from the Midway.

Our goal is to provide a safe and socially distanced event that will bring Fall Fair fun to our drive through spectators.

We are offering space for your business or service club to set up an outdoor display for participants to view at NO CHARGE TO YOU! If you are interested in participating, please contact Lisa Humphries at bobcaygeonfair@gmail.com or she can be reached at 705-887-2075 (leave a message) and your call will be returned the next day.

Looking forward to hearing from you soon! admission by donation or non perishable food item all proceeds to the Bobcaygeon Helps Foodbank

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Cover: - Truth & Reconciliation

OVER THE BACK FENCE

I can’t wait for the day I don’t have to talk about the pandemic or COVID-19 or vaccinations ever again! In the meantime, though, there are some developments we should talk about.

Whether you agree with the vaccine passport idea or not, it’s the law. If you’re heading out to the gym, a casino, eating indoors at a restaurant or going to a concert, you’ll have to show proof of vaccination. Where you don’t have to show it is at retail establishments, grocery stores, the bank, places of worship or going in to pick up your takeout order at the restaurant. The City of Kawartha Lakes has their protocols outlined in an article here in The Kawartha Promoter (on page 4).

Our local businesses have been hurting throughout the pandemic. From full shutdowns to partial reopening, to new rules and health procedures, many businesses have adapted to their “new normal.” It’s disheartening to me, however, the reaction of some patrons/

guests/customers to these changes.

Some people are just downright rude!

I know our business owners don’t want to have to ask you to mask up or social distance. There’s nothing they’d like more than to see their store or restaurant brimming with customers.

But that’s not the reality at the moment.

Please don’t take out your frustration at the restaurant manager, business owner or staff. If they don’t follow the law, they could be fined ... and then they’d have to close down permanently.

It’s also disheartening when I see protesters at our hospitals who are angry with the status quo. After more than 18 months of working overtime, trying to keep people alive and watching people die, the healthcare workers deserve more respect than that. Imagine how many of them had to isolate from their families and now suffer from PTSD and other mental health issues because they were doing their jobs caring for others. If you want to protest, as is your right to do so peacefully, find somewhere else!

I keep saying we WILL get through this and I believe we will. In the meantime, be safe and please, be kind. editor@thepromoter.ca

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PROOF OF VACCINATION REQUIRED

In the City of Kawartha Lakes, proof of vaccination protocols will now be implemented for recreation, meeting and event space facilities, as well as aquatic, fitness, leisure and public skating programming. The protocols are based in accordance with provincial directives.

Patrons 12 years of age and older seeking access to the following municipal premises must show proof of identification and proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before they can enter the facility, with limited exceptions: • Indoor areas of facilities used for sports and recreation fitness activities including gyms, pools, fitness/sporting/recreational facilities, leagues sporting events, and indoor areas of facilities where spectators watch events.

• Indoor areas of meeting and event spaces including community halls, event facilities and meeting rooms.

Proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and proof of identification (or proof of being entitled to another exemption) is required for patrons 18 years and older, including parents or guardians of youth actively participating in an organized sport.

All other public health and workplace safety measures will remain in effect (including but not limited to capacity limits, patron screening, masking, physical distancing and collection of patron contact information where required).

The proof of identification and proof of vaccination against COVID-19 implemented do not apply to: • Children under 12 years of age • Patrons under 18 years of age who are entering the indoor premises of a facility used for sports and recreational fitness activities solely for the purpose of actively participating in an organized sport, in accordance with the guidelines below.

The exemption relating to youth under 18 years of age, actively participating in indoor organization sport applies to training, practices, games and competitions. Examples of an organized sport for while the exemption applies include:

▪ sports leagues

▪ organized pick-up sports

▪ dance classes

▪ martial arts

▪ swimming classes • Proof of identification and proof of being fully vaccinated will not be required for workers or volunteers, including coaches and officials.

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The exemption does not apply to youth who are spectators at sporting events. Nor does the exemption apply to youth who are using a gym or other area with exercise equipment or weights unless actively participating in an organized sport.

• A patron who is entering an indoor area solely for the following purposes: • to use a washroom; • to access an outdoor area that can only be accessed through an indoor route; • to make a retail purchase or obtain a retail service (e.g., skate sharpening, Canteen purchases) • while placing or picking up an order, including placing a bet or picking up winnings in the case of a horse racing track; • while paying for an order; • to purchase admission; or • as may be necessary for the purposes of health and safety.

• All other public health measures (e.g., masking and physical distancing) will continue to apply to patrons.

TRAILS MASTER PLAN

The City of Kawartha Lakes is updating its Trails Master Plan and wants to hear from you. Help improve the Kawartha Lakes trails system and connectivity for a better quality of life, by participating in two rounds of engagement: • Round 1 – September to October: Review the 2006 Trails Master Plan to find opportunities and refine our trails vision and objectives.

• Round 2 – November to December: Develop an updated trails network and recommend supportive policies, plans, guidelines and strategies to roll out.

In 2006, the City of Kawartha Lakes developed and adopted its first Trails Master Plan, including a connected system of on and off-road trails to support City-wide walking, cycling, ATV and snowmobile use.

While the municipality was successful in implementing many of the 2006 recommendations, it is time for a full update to address the changes in the last 15 years and to look towards the future.

The purpose of the Trails Master Plan update is to: • Review the existing network and the previously proposed trails connections to determine which routes have been implemented, where improvements are needed and if there are any new opportunities for trail routes.

• Review best and comparable practices from other

municipalities and lessons learned from staff and stakeholders to update policies, processes and practices to support trail planning, design and development.

• Develop a more detailed and informative implementation strategy and education/outreach tactics to support the roll-out of the plan and encourage increased active recreation and participation.

To share comments or questions with someone on the team directly, please contact the consultant CIMA+ at kawartha.trailsupdate@cima.ca.

For more details and to get involved, visit the online engagement platform Jump In Kawartha Lakes at jumpinkawarthalakes.ca/trailsmasterplan.

The full update is scheduled to be complete by Spring 2022.

CKL COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS

The following are highlights of the Regular Council Meeting on September 21, 2021.

Dock Encroachment Policy On August 31, 2021 the public consultation process for the proposed amendments to the Dock Encroachment Policy closed. In an update to Council, the City Solicitor highlighted the process, the feedback received from the public and the amendments to the policy currently being considered to address the main concerns. Staff will bring the policy and proposed amendments back to Committee of the Whole on October 5 for a full review and discussion.

Discharge of Firearms by-law update Amendments to the Discharge of Firearms Bylaw were brought forward to address the discharge of firearms in certain areas near residential properties.

Council motioned to refer the draft amendments back to staff for a few updates following concerns from community members and consultations with the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters. Staff will bring the updated by-law back to Council later in the year, to become effective in 2022.

Seasonal Trailer Parks Council approved as recommended the amendments to By-Law 2013-148, regarding the regulation of seasonal trailer parks. The updated bylaw will include language to help clarify and prevent violations with year-round occupancy of seasonal trailer parks, allow annual inspections of seasonal trailer parks to ensure they continue to operate in compliance and an increase of the licensing fees to $400 per year to offset the costs of administration and enforcement.

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Mon. 11am-8pm, Tues. & Wed. 9am-6pm, Thurs. 8:15am -5pm, Fri. Closed Services: • Family & Cosmetic Dentistry • Dental Implants • Crown, Bridge, Denture (complete or partial) • Root Canal Therapy New come • Extraction (includes some wisdom teeth) el W • TMJ (head, neck and jaw treatments) Patients • Appliances for sports, grinding/clenching

ORV Task Force Council received the recommendations from the September 7 Committee of the Whole report but determined that further investigation on the Lindsay linkage route for the north and south ends of the trail is required. The proposed route is being sent back to the Off Road Vehicle (ORV) Task Force. They are being asked to revisit and provide Council with alternative bypass options for Lindsay, including a potential bridge at Thunderbridge Road. The Task Force will also look at connections for Bobcaygeon and Pontypool areas. The next ORV Task Force meeting is scheduled in October.

To stay up to date on the latest from the Task Force, check in at the City’s website, www.kawarthalakes.ca.

Response Time Report from Paramedics Kawartha Lakes Paramedic Service brought forward their Land Ambulance Service Responses Time Performance Plan (RTPP) for 2022 to Council for review and approval under the Ambulance Act. To help improve response times and meet the targets outlined by the Paramedic Master Plan, administration made changes to operations such as increasing presence in Lindsay, Coboconk and Pontypool. Kawartha Lakes Paramedic Service will continue to assess performance seek out improvement to response times to continue providing service excellence across the municipality.

“We look at these numbers and make suggestions to Council on whether or not we can meet the targets.

We advise on the options Council has, such as adjusting targets, increasing staffing or looking further into deployment options,” stated Randy Mellow, Chief of Paramedics.

SATURDAYS 7am - 1pm

Thursday market open until Oct. 7th.

Saturday market open until Oct. 30th

Market traffic is one way only.

Follow directions.

Social distancing.

One person per household.

Please make your purchases and leave to make room for others to come in and shop.

PLEASE NO PETS

Thursday market 10-3 All customers should wear masks

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Now it’s your turn While the kids are back at school this fall, why not turn to your own education?

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We can help you start your online programs and courses — and we’ll take the responsibility of researching or registering off your hands.

We’re here to support you along your path to learning. Call or e-mail us today!

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ONLINE EDUCATION FOR YOU, TOO

Now that your children are back in the classroom, and you may have some extra time on your hands, you may be thinking of heading back to school as well.

Contact North may be able to help.

Established by the Government of Ontario in 1986, Contact North helps underserved residents in 1,300 small, rural, remote, Indigenous and Francophone communities access education and training without leaving their communities. Their mission is to improve access to formal education and training at the basic skills, secondary and post-secondary levels.

According to their website, they respond to more than 1.3 million requests per year from Ontarians and provide five local services: • Information on available online programs and courses from Ontario’s 24 public colleges, 23 public universities, 9 Indigenous institutes, 76 district school boards, 200 literacy and basic skills providers, and 20 skills development training providers • Help to register, information on financial options and referrals to other local support services • Free use of computer workstations and high-speed Internet to complete their online courses • Free use of web conferencing and videoconferencing platforms to connect to, and participate in, their live online programs and courses • Supervision of written exams and tests

They are offering services in the Kawartha Lakes area. You can contact them at 1-855-867-9528 for Northern Kawartha Lakes and 1-855-351-1421 for Southern Kawartha Lakes. You can also visit their website at https://studyonline.ca.

electronically by visiting the Health Unit website (www.hkpr.on.ca).

“We know there are many questions that parents and guardians have about COVID-19 now that school is back this fall,” says Dr. Bocking. “We ask people to submit their questions and attend this virtual session as it will be very informative and helpful to address any concerns and clear up confusion.”

Protecting students from COVID-19 is a collective responsibility between families, schools, public health, and the broader community. “We all need to do our part to continue taking precautions against COVID-19, and this includes staying safe and being well-informed,” Dr. Bocking adds.

HONOURING FIRST NATIONS

In June, the federal government announced the creation a new statutory holiday known as the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation to be recognized on September 30 each year. This day fulfills the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call-to-Action #80 and will serve as a day of remembrance, reflection, action and learning.

The day has been created to give everyone an opportunity to recognize and commemorate the legacy of residential schools where tens of thousands of First Nations children were taken from their families and forced to attend classes that separated them from their culture.

Earlier this year mass grave sites with thousands of bodies were found at these former schools, leading many to call for change. As a result, the day has been created so we can reflect on the atrocities this nation committed against its original inhabitants. Unlike most holidays, this is not seen as a day for celebration but rather one for reflection.

As a federal statutory holiday, banks, federal

COVID INFO FOR PARENTS

Concerned about COVID-19? Wondering when a vaccine will be available for children? Unsure about how we can protect the health of young people during a fourth wave?

These and other topics will be addressed at an upcoming Back to Class Q&A virtual information session hosted by local Medical Officer of Health Dr. Natalie Bocking. The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit invites interested parents, grandparents, guardians, and caregivers to attend the virtual event on Tuesday, September 28 from 7 to 8pm.

The event will be livestreamed on the Health Unit’s YouTube Channel (www.youtube.com/HKPRDHU). A video recording of the session will also be available after the event.

Dr. Bocking will provide an overview about the current COVID-19 situation, the status of COVID-19 vaccines for children and youth, and much more.

During the virtual session, the Medical Officer of Health will also respond to pre-submitted questions from participants.

Anyone interested in posing questions to Dr. Bocking for the virtual session can pre-submit them by noon on September 28. Questions can be submitted

On September 30, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the staff at Trent Lakes Public Library (TLPL) will honour the Indigenous children who were sent away to residential schools in Canada. TLPL has many books about the history of Indigenous Communities of Canada as well as books by Indigenous authors. Stephanie MacPherson, librarian at the Buckhorn Branch says, “We also affirm our commitment to raise awareness of the residential school experience as well as the impact on Indigenous families and communities. We truly believe that Every Child Matters.”

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~ The 163rd ~ BOBCAYGEON FALL FAIR 2021

Bobcaygeon Fall Fair Drive Thru Oct 2nd and 3rd 10am-4pm admission by donation or non perishable food item all proceeds to the Bobcaygeon Helps foodbank. www.bobcaygeonfair.com email bobcaygeonfair@gmail.com

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offices, and many federal agencies will likely be closed. While Ontario is not recognizing it as a provincial statutory holiday, a statement from the province said Ontario is “working in collaboration with Indigenous partners, survivors and affected families to ensure the respectful commemoration of this day within the province, similar to Remembrance Day.”

Before it was a statutory holiday, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was started in 2013 as a day for observance and later became known as “Orange Shirt Day” where Canadians would wear the bright colour as a sign of their support of Indigenous communities.

Orange Shirt Day is an Indigenous-led grassroots commemorative day that honours the children who survived Indian Residential Schools and remembers those who did not. This day relates to the experience of Phyllis Webstad, a Northern Secwpemc (Shuswap) from the Stswecem’c Xgat’tem First Nation, on her first day of school, where she arrived dressed in a new orange shirt, which was taken from her.

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DON’T OUR TAXES PAY FOR SERVICES FOR HOMELESS PEOPLE?

Submitted by Glenda Morris

Yes and no.

In 2020 APCH received $773,248 in government funding.

This is primarily provincial money provided to the municipality to address homelessness. It represents 66.5 percent of our total operating budget, and assists with costs of shelter operation and outreach programs as well as our adult and youth trustee programs.

For the remaining 35.5 percent, the agency must look to other sources. Seeing our local community providing this level of financial support, we know they recognize the need for our services and have confidence in the work we do. We want every donor to know that their support helps us address a need right here in Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton.

With the unexpected challenges resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, we are faced with the compelling need to construct a new shelter at 64 Lindsay Street South in Lindsay -- a building that will be pandemic-ready and will meet the needs of the community far into the future. This is the largest project in the agency’s history at a cost of $5 million. And yes, fortunately, grants and co-investment plans are available through such agencies as Canada Mortgage and Housing and the province’s Social Services and Relief Funds. But, unfortunately, this isn’t enough.

We need the community’s financial support to complete this project. With confidence that our community shares a belief in our mission, “to get folks off the street and on their feet”, the volunteer Board of Directors has committed to a fundraising target of $1.5 million. APCH Board Treasurer John McLeod takes a positive view of the need for community fundraising. “With the need for the local community to contribute to our fundraising,” he says, “it gives the people in the community a chance to be involved. They aren’t just watching the building go up,

they are part of the building process.”

APCH faces a special challenge in meeting the expense of features required to ensure our services are accessible and safe for all. For example, to be compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, (AODA) and compliant with Canada Housing and Mortgage standards, the building will be equipped with features such as automatic door operators, and will have some barrier-free bedrooms. All rooms will be usable by people with mobility impairments, thanks to the lift. These are necessities and they are costly. Purchase and installation of one automated door is $1,600. The elevator will cost $70,000.

Through donations and community-led events you have shown support and so far raised approximately $500,000. You will recognize the names of businesses and neighbours who have made this possible. Here are some examples of donations for which we are exceptionally grateful: • Donors of $1,000: Homestead Oxygen, R.J. Brown Insurance • Foundation Donors - $5,000: Wards Legal, Dr. Ashok Krishnamurthy and Joyce Krishnamurthy • Key Donors -$10,000 and upward: Kawartha Lakes Copy Centre, Dan the Weed Man, 100 Women Who Care, Kawartha Lakes Classic Cycling Tour 2021, Mark Fevang’s Mark-A-Thon 2020

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How can you help build a new shelter? You can make your tax-deductible donation today at apch.ca.

You can also pitch in by organizing a community-led fundraising event. These are a wonderful opportunity for everyone to join in the spirit of fundraising and grow hope for APCH clients. Consider organizing a fundraiser with friends, family or coworkers. We can help you get started so please contact us at info@apch. ca. Here are some recent examples: • Heritage Christian School students have raised $6,000 with their Readathon • Coach and Horses Charity Golf Tournament raised $1,200 • Kawartha Vinyl Inc.’s “Let’s Build A Raffle” will award a Circuit Maker 3 and a Handcrafted Miniature Wooden Barn Playset to its winners (LETSBUILDARAFFLE@OUTLOOK.COM) • Kawartha Lakes Classic 18th Annual Cycling Tour (http://kawarthaclassic.ccstudio.ca/) • I.E. Weldon Secondary School Grade 10 Civics Class has initiated a “Change for Change” fundraiser To stay up-to-date with these events and other activities, please follow us on Facebook.

All the good we do would not be possible without you.

IMAGINE OUR FUTURE

Kawartha Art Gallery, Fleming College, and the City of Kawartha Lakes are co-presenting a speculative design initiative on Climate Futures, a juried art exhibit, with amazing prizes for candidates.

Reflections from the Watersheds of Time in 2121, invites you to tell a new story, to imagine what balanced, sustainable, equitable, and abundant communities will look like 100 years from now. Technological and social advances build upon ideas, and the best ideas come from envisioning the future.

There are two entry streams for this competition -- an Art stream for individuals 18+ years and a Youth Amateur Video stream, for individuals aged 18 to 30 years. You could also be chosen for one of the awards: •

Juror’s Award for Art of $500.00. Sponsored by the City of Kawartha Lakes • Juror’s Award for Video of $500.00. Sponsored by Kawartha Art Gallery • Emerging Artist Award of $500.00. Sponsored by Kawartha Art Gallery • Emerging Videographer Award of $500.00.

Sponsored by Frost Campus Fleming College • Two Awards of Merit of $250.00. Sponsored by Kawartha Art Gallery

Emerging Artists are defined as those who have developed their interest in art through education or apprenticeship and are in the early years of launching a professional career. Emerging artists have created and publicly presented a modest body of independent work and are ready for the next steps in their artistic development.

Emerging Videographers are defined as those who have developed their interest through education or apprenticeship and may be in the early years of launching a professional career.

The submission deadline is September 30 and notification of results will be sent by email October 12.

For more information and to submit your work, visit www.kawarthagallery.com.

HARVEST HISTORY

Grab the kids and head out to Kawartha Settlers’ Village for a historical drive-through to learn about how our ancestors readied for the winter. Learn about historical practices through live demonstrations as you leisurely drive through the Village with an accompanying audio device.

Practices include logging, trapping and food preparation will be highlighted as you take a deep dive into our history.

The event takes place Saturday, October 2 from 10am to 4pm. Tickets are $20 per car and must be prepurchased. You can purchase tickets at https://www. ticketscene.ca/events/37574 and get more information at www.settlersvillage.org.

WINTER’S COMING!

The Weather Network has come out with their winter forecast and, while it’s not area-specific, they’re usually pretty close.

They’re predicting a rather mild winter across southern Ontario, but this doesn’t mean there won’t be any high-impact winter weather. During December, they say, they expect two to three weeks of typical early winter weather, which should allow most of the region to have snow on the ground leading up to Christmas.

January and February will bring extended thaws with very mild temperatures and the potential for record warmth at times. However, the frigid air to the west will attempt to press into the region from time to time, and an active storm track across the region will bring a heightened risk for major winter storms with heavy snow, ice and rain.

I’m getting my snow tires on next week, just in case!

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GETTING THE COBWEBS OUT

By Deb Crossen

There are some tasks that are inevitable at this time of year, and one of those makes a heck of a lot of sense. It’s time to have your furnace maintained and ready for the (gulp) winter season.

From our friends at British Empire Fuels, comes this message: “A clean furnace reduces the amount of dust and other debris that gets blown around inside your house, thus improving air quality and easing allergy and asthma symptoms.”

Unless you regularly look at the innards of your furnace, you don’t know what evil lurks. When my BEF technician, Larry, opened ‘er up, I was surprised to see the amount of cat hair and other dust that had accumulated over the year on the filter. And yes, there was even a cobweb!

Now, I like to watch when a repairman or technician comes to my house. I like to ask questions about how something works or the regular noises it should make. My furnace is, in my opinion, a little loud, so when I mentioned that to Larry, he checked out the bolts holding things down and found a few loose ones. When he tightened them up, the noise went away. Problem solved.

Larry also gave it a good cleaning and checked all the wires and pipes. He also went outside and checked the connections from my propane tanks into the house.

So now I’m good to go! An inexpensive peace of mind. Now it’s your turn!

vote the way their constituents want them to, not just because it’s their party’s idea.

Let’s all keep our fingers crossed that common sense rules in Ottawa so we don’t have to go through this again next year!

Community members came together on September 18 to celebrate the reopening of The Discovery Shack at Gamiing Nature Centre. All proceeds will go towards the continuation of outdoor education for youth programs at Gamiing. The Discovery Shack was damaged during an act of vandalism in March and has been rebuilt with community support and fundraising efforts.

LET’S GET TO WORK!

The federal election is (finally) over and now it’s time for our elected officials to get to work! Justin Trudeau was re-elected as Prime Minister, again with a minority government. There’s plenty being said on social media and coffee clatches about the “waste” of money and time with this election, when the outcome didn’t really change the balance of power.

With a minority government, the parties will have to work better together to get Canadians back on their feet. After all the moaning during the campaign, I hope they’ll be able to play well in the sandbox together!

Locally, Jamie Schmale returns to Ottawa, receiving 52.6 percent of the vote while in PeterboroughKawartha, Conservative Michelle Ferreri overtook twotime MP Liberal Maryam Monsef with 39.9 percent of the vote.

What was interesting, is that in HaliburtonKawartha Lakes-Brock, only 62 percent of those registered to vote exercised their right, while in Peterborough-Kawartha just over 65 percent of eligible voters cast their ballot.

Nationally, the Liberals took 158 seats, returning Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to Ottawa. Conservatives, under leader Erin O’Toole won 119 seats. Jagmeet Singh’s NDP finished third with 25 MPs elected.

With the minority government, the average MP’s votes will have more impact. It’s the number of votes supporting bills and legislation that count, not whose party it is. It will be important for all MPs to listen and

2021 – 2022 Season YES WE ARE OPEN TO PLAYING ANOTHER SEASON!

After a successful season last year we are heading to the ice!

Return To Play protocols for safe play.

Our main priorities are to have a Safe and Fun Curling season for all.

New Member Discount Rate Special Evening and Once a Week Rates More league membership information can be found at www.bobcaygeoncurlingclub.ca

OPEN HOUSE SEPT 22ND

GET THE INFORMATION & MEET OUR MEMBERS 49 Mansfield Street, Bobcaygeon (at the fairgrounds)

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Kawartha Dines Kawartha Delivers Food Delivery Service 705-417-3355 www.kawarthadelivers.com Find us on Facebook

BOBCAYGEON

Caygeon Takeout 36 King St. E., Bobcaygeon 705-738-1288 Speciality: Chicken & Fries Find us on Facebook Daylight Diner 80 Bolton St., Bobcaygeon 705-738-6609 Homemade foods, fresh cut fries, house made angus burgers, eggs benedict, sandwiches and wraps. Daily specials.

Open for Breakfast & Lunch www.daylightdiner.ca Find us on Facebook

AN ARTFUL TOUR

For any art lover, the Victoria County Studio Tour is an annual event. With a more positive COVID forecast, people are anxious to get out and enjoy some local adventures as well. This year’s 36th Annual Victoria County Studio Tour is a great way to accomplish both.

September 25 to 26 and October 2 to 3, 34 artists will be showing at 21 locations for you to choose from. Many of the artists have set up outside for a more comfortable customer experience. Of course, all COVID procedures will be in place including masking and physical distancing.

The tour runs each day from 10am to 5pm.

You can download a tour map and find out more at victoriacountystudiotour.com.

PTBO COUNTY ORV REVIEW

The County of Peterborough is undertaking a review of Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) use on County roads. Being completed in parallel with an update to the County’s Transportation Master Plan (TMP), the review will help identify opportunities to support safe ORV use.

As part of the ongoing consultation process, an online Public Information Centre (PIC) is being planned to present and gather your feedback on the alternative approaches to ORV use on County roads and next steps in the review process.

This PIC is available for your review and feedback at www.ptbocounty.ca/ORV until October 7, 2021.

LAKEFIELD Cassis Bistro

Casual fine dining in Lakefield.

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FIRE PREVENTION WEEK

Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue Service is proud to work with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) – the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for over 95 years – to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week theme “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety!”

This year’s campaign works to educate everyone about the different sounds that smoke and carbon monoxide alarms make. Knowing what to do when an alarm sounds will keep you and your family safe.

When an alarm makes noises – a beeping sound or a chirping sound – you must take action.

“Smoke alarms have played a leading role in reducing fire death rates over the past 40 years, but we still have more work to do in maximizing their effectiveness,” said Lorraine Carli, NFPA vice president of Outreach and Advocacy.

This year, Fire Prevention Week officially runs from October 3 to October 9, however Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue has arranged for activities happening all throughout October to help educate our community and spread further awareness.

Scavenger Hunt Recognizing the different sounds alarms make and the action needed based on that sound is critical in preventing injury and death from fire. Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue has created a fun and engaging scavenger hunt that will run from October 1 to 12 to help teach kids and guardians about the importance of knowing what an alarm means and what to do in the case of an emergency.

In addition to learning about this year’s theme, “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety™!”, all participating families will be entered into a draw. There are some cool prizes to be won, so get out there and have some fun with fire safety.

Additional activities • Meet and greet our firefighters – October 2, 2021 • Storywalk at Ken Reid Conservation Area – October 1 to October 30 • Smoke Alarm Sounds – activity page • Circle the right sound – activity page • Home Fire Escape Plan – activity page alarms.

For more general information about Fire Prevention Week and the sounds of fire safety, visit www.fpw.org.

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Horoscopes

Sept 24 to Oct 7

By Melodie McCullough

Aquarius (Jan. 21 to Feb. 19) “Each friend represents a world in us, a world possibly not born until they arrive, and it is only by this meeting that a new world is born.”: Anais Nin. This is a lovely sentiment, Aquarius, that helps us live in hope of new friendships and their significance.

Pisces (Feb. 20 to March 20) Money will always be in short supply if we let it control your life, Pisces. If there are always more things to buy or ways to spend, you will never be the rheostat. Plan accordingly!

Aries (March 21 to April 20) “When a thoughtless or unkind word is spoken, best tune out. Reacting in anger or annoyance will not advance one’s ability to persuade.”: Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Thoughtprovoking words to live by, Aries!

Taurus (April 21 to May 21) Now is a astonishing time to get out and appreciate this marvelous season, Taurus. Starry nights, shiny moons, great sunsets, and, of course, the wonder of the changing leaves. Make it a priority!

Gemini (May 22 to June 22) Be sure to have regular hours for work and play during this phase, Gemini.

Employment stresses may be aggravated – stay levelheaded and safe.

Cancer (June 23 to July 23) Hey, Cancer! Why not

let go of ‘being normal’? Let yourself experience the euphoria that comes with that out-of-thebox disengagement from the conventional and commonplace. Who knows what may happen!

Leo (July 24 to Aug. 23) Enduring love doesn’t always come in crashing waves, dear Leo. More often than not, it develops slowly and steadily from a caring friendship. This is the future we see for you!

Virgo (Aug. 24 to Sept. 23) Virgo, make sure to find the time and head space to notice the “ordinary miracles” that abound around you! They are the best kind.

Libra (Sept. 24 to Oct. 23) Perception definition: “the ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses”. As the senses are all solely exclusive to each individual, it makes “sense” that perceptions are, too. The thing to remember, Libra, is that “different people are different”!

Scorpio (Oct. 24 to Nov. 22) Scorpio, you are SO unique! No one else has your specific talents, ideas, feelings and love to give. Feel free to share widely!

Sagittarius (Nov. 23 to Dec. 21) Keep on chugging along, Sag – the best thing you can do is keep going!

The light at the end of the tunnel is getting closer and closer.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 20) Someone is counting on you, dear Cap. There will be setbacks ahead, no kidding! But take care of yourself and take care of those around you – please don’t give up.

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Hughes, Robert Anke – Passed away peacefully at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Thursday, September 16, 2021 at the age of 85. He will be remembered by his sister, Burnadeen MacKenzie of B.C. He will be sadly missed by his many friends and relatives around the world. At this time there will be no visitation or service.

Cremation has taken place.

Johns, Warren (83) our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather passed away peacefully in Bobcaygeon, Ontario on Tuesday, August 10th at Case Manor. He is survived by his wife Patricia nee Dunkley, and children Stephen (Donna), Debbie, Donna (Marty), and Natalie (Jon), and 13 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren, and predeceased by his wife Joan nee Regan, and daughter Diana (David).

He enjoyed many golf games at Dunsford Golf and Country Club and taught his grandchildren their love of fishing on Pigeon Lake. He will be deeply missed by all.

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ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 54 Bolsover Rd. Bolsover, On. We welcome you to our Fall Church Services

in the Parking lot at the above address.

Starting time is 10: 00 am. till about 11:00 a.m. You must remain in your car and set your radio to FM 90.5 Sorry no toilets will be available due to Cov’d Church bulletins available on door of church Saturday or when coming to service they will be handed out.

The following are the leaders of the services for Sept. and October Sept 5th Brian Anderson Oct 3rd , 10, & 17 Shannon Shearer 12th & 19 Shannon Shearer Oct. 24th Cecil Rosenberger 26th Ray Cocker Oct 31 Ray Cocker.

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