Sarnia Journal - Jan. 25, 2018

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Thursday, January 25, 2018

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PAM WRIGHT THE JOURNAL

eing impacted by opioid addiction in Sarnia-Lambton is inevitable, says the head of Sarnia Police’s vice unit.

“Someone in your circle will be affected,” Sgt. John Pearce explained in recent talks to the Golden ‘K’ Kiwanis Club and Central United Church Forum.

“It’s a guarantee. There are no barriers — no boundaries.”

At 16.5 percent, Pearce said Sarnia-Lambton leads the province in opioid prescriptions per capita, in addition to the most babies born addicted, per capita.

The veteran police officer can’t nail down why opioid use is so prevalent here, but attributes it in part, to over-prescribing.

Backed by pharmaceutical giants, opioid prescription became a popular treatment for pain.

That’s scary, he explained, as you can become addicted after a one-time use and 14 percent of Sarnia-Lambton residents have filled an opioid prescription.

Overworked physicians carrying too many patients can be part of the problem too, Pearce said.

“Opioids only mask the pain,” he explained. “They don’t’ resolve the problem.”

The demand for street

opioids, caused in part by Ontario’s move to create a tamper-proof replacement for OxyContin — set up a demand for the cheaper heroin, and the yet-more powerful fentanyl.

According to Pearce, abuse of the drug — which is prescribed mainly to cancer patients in severe pain — started when addicts discovered ways to smoke and inject it.

Designed to adminster the dose over a 72-hours period, patches are injected or smoked by addicts in five minutes.

Pearce said dealing them is lucrative. Only $40 for a prescription, a patch nets $800 on the street — up from $400 only two years ago.

“It’s based on supply and demand,” he explained.

This led to an increase in the smuggling of illegal fentanyl from China. It’s WITH ENCOURAGEMENT FROM Devon Bell, of Sarnia, Shannon Wheat made her first skate since childhood at then mixed or “cut” in the Clearwater Arena recently. The pair joined a healthy crowd of avid skaters during the free adult skate, held Monday backstreet labs with zero through Thursday mornings. “It’s the first time I’ve skated since I was a kid,” Shannon said. quality control.

GLENN OGILVIE The Journal That’s why a tiny amount can kill, Pearce said, adding it’s the reason for the spike in overdose deaths.

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City continues to grapple with drugs, addiction Continued from 1 Pearce said opioid addiction is at the heart of a spike in pharmacy robberies in Sarnia-Lambton.

Sadly, said Pearce, there’s a bigger monster on the horizon. Carfentanil — a drug 4,000 times stronger

than heroin that’s used to sedate large animals — has been found in London and St. Thomas.

An amount equal to a couple of grains of salt can kill you, Pearce said.

“It’s just a matter of time before it gets here.”

Residents can do their part

to lessen the impact of opioid-related crime.

Keep prescriptions under lock and key, and return unused pain medication to the pharmacy.

“Safeguard your things,” he added.

“If it’s not locked, tied or strapped down, it can disap-

pear.”

The recent opening of Bluewater Health’s temporary residential withdrawal management unit last is a big step forward in fight, Pearce said, but more must be done.

Awareness and education remain the best tools

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TARA JEFFREY THE JOURNAL

ost people don’t look at infants and young children and worry about mental health.

“We know that those first years are a critical period when an infant’s brain is developing,” says Virginia Allan, director of community services for St. Clair Child & Youth. “And a lot of people don’t realize that, some kids are exposed to difficult things before they can speak.

The memories are there, they just can’t express them.

“So it tends to be expressed as behaviour.”

Allan will join a panel of speakers to discuss early years mental health at the first Sarnia Speaks event of 2018, taking place Feb. 1 at the Sarnia Library.

As many as one in five children and youth in Ontario will experience some sort of mental health problem, according to Children’s Mental Health Ontario, which also notes that 17% of children between the ages of two and five meet diagnostic criteria for mental health problems.

“Sometimes, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder can look like ADHD,” said Michelle Nelson, early years counsellor with St. Clair Child & Youth. “Kids may be acting hyper-vigilant, but they’re really looking around to see if they’re safe, because they’ve been through trauma.”

Added Allan, “We’ve had referrals for infants who’d been in a fire. Can you imagine, later on in life, what triggers may come?”

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THE 'FIVE-CORNERS' OF Mitton Village.

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also plans to invite school board officials, Lambton Public Health, Habitat for Humanity, the Sarnia Real Estate Board and GFive Inc. Continued from 1 – the group behind the Sarnia General Hospital project.

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City Council divided on in-camera decision

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embers of Sarnia City Council were divided on the issue of whether or not to begin audio recording closed session meetings, a motion that passed following a 5-4 vote last week.

“It’s just about accountability and openness,” said Mayor Mike Bradley, who supported the motion to ensure all in-camera or closed meetings be audio recorded, and archived in a secure location.

“How can anyone be opposed to that?”

Sarnia joins the ranks of about 3% of Ontario municipalities currently following this procedure, according to a city staff report.

The Ombudsman’s office recommends closed sessions be recorded – for the sake of future investigations – but doesn’t make it mandatory.

Anyone can request the recordings through a Freedom of Information request.

In-camera or closed-session meetings typically deal in sensitive civic matters, such as identifying individuals’ identities or matters of litigation.

Bradley said he thinks the

move will keep participants on topic, focused solely on the matters at hand.

“Some of the feedback that I received from different sources indicated there were things being said and done (during closed session meetings), that just weren’t appropriate; that’s what led to this being brought forward,” he said.

When asked if he believes the move would have affected the outcomes of two recent workplace investigations surrounding his behaviour in office, he was unsure.

“This is for the future, not the past,” he said, adding that he’s simply in favour of accountability and transparency for government.

But Coun. Cindy Scholten balked at the idea that in-camera meeting participants might take opportunities to have non-agenda-related discussions.

“We don’t break the law,” she told The Journal, noting that it’s illegal to veer off topic.

“They’re quick, we cover the subject, and we’re

out.”

Scholten led the charge against the motion in the Jan. 15 meeting.

“If we do start recording, it does pose a risk and a threat that we never had before because now we’re holding corporate records of those meetings,” she said, adding that, unless the province is mandating it, there’s no point in rushing into it.

Coun. Bev MacDougall agreed, pointing to the minutes as the most important record of closed meetings.

“When it’s about identifiable people or very delicate issues,

or things that are in litigation, to me, care needs to be taken,” she said.

“To me, that’s just good governance.

“I’m not afraid of anything I’ve said in an in camera meeting,” she added. “I’m not afraid of anything I’ve said at an open meeting.”

Councillors Matt Mitro and Anne Marie Gillis joined MacDougall and Scholten, voting against the motion.

Along with the mayor, Councillors Mike Kelch, Andy Bruziewicz, Brian White and Dave Boushy voted in favour.

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LKDSB at the forefront of truth and reconciliation, action

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he move to create a student trustee position designed to represent Indigenous youth is yet another positive step forward for the Lambton Kent District School Board’s leading efforts to acknowledge and integrate First Nations teachings and tradition.

“I think we’ve always been a progressive board,” Lambton-Kent District School Board superintendent Helen Lane told me last week, while discussing the unanimous decision to bring an Indigenous Student Trustee to the table – one of the first in Canada.

“In this particular area, we have definitely been at the forefront in bringing change… we have some amazing educators in our system and some really strong advocates within our First Nations communities that want to see better things for their kids.”

TARA JEFFREY While we spoke on the phone, Lane was attending a training session for revising curriculum in response to the findings of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC).

In the wake of that report, the LKDSB – which represents four First Nations communities: Aamjiwnaang, Walpole Island, Kettle & Stoney Point and Delaware – made national headlines for being the first to implement a new mandatory English class focused on First Nations writers and literature.

“You can learn about Lord of the Flies but that has a British post-colonial perspective,” superintendent Mark Sherman said at the time. “It’s a great book, but it probably

doesn’t speak to who we are as a local community.”

More than 1,300 students in the board self-identify as indigenous, representing about six-per-cent of some 22,000 students.

“This just shows that the LKDSB is willing to be partners with the First Nations in educat-

ing all of students about our history,” Aamjiwnaang chief Joanne Rogers said.

Since the TRC was released, the board has also implemented a Traditional Territory Acknowledgement, launched during Treaties Recognition Week last fall, which is read in schools and at board

meetings.

Staff attend professional development days centred around residential schools and the impact of generational trauma, along with a recent Aamjiwnaaang symposium geared at providing better support for indigenous students and families.

Local high schools are

implementing indigenous rooms/safe spaces and officials are reviewing how to support the retention and revitalization of native languages, while student symposiums and field trips rooted in Indigenous education are ongoing, Lane said.

Last year, I was invited to join a Restorative Circle, led by Lakeroad teacher Emily Fortney Blunt, where senior students used the traditional First Nations practice to reflect on relationships and conflict resolution.

“I would say that collectively, as a region, we’ve been forerunners in partnering with First Nations to move things forward for our kids,” Lane added.

“It’s been really exciting how we can improve things even more, and continue to move forward.”

School board to elect first Praise for Bluewater Health Indigenous student trustee TARA JEFFREY THE JOURNAL

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n Indigenous Student Trustee position has been approved for the Lambton Kent District School Board.

The move, announced last week and approved unanimously at a Jan. 17 board meeting, comes just three months after neighbouring Thames Valley District School Board became the first in Canada to elect such a position.

“I think it’s a milestone for our board and we are certainly celebrating

it,” said superintendent Helen Lane, noting the position was first discussed back in November when senior administration were asked to explore the possibility.

It’s hoped the new role, beginning in the 20182019 school year -- in addition to two current student trustees -- will further reflect Indigenous students’ perspectives in board decisions.

It’s recommended that LKDSB self-identified Indigenous secondary students elect the new trustee using a similar process used to elect current student trustees, in addition to consultation

with the board’s Indigenous Liaison Committee.

“We really want to ensure that students are selecting students,” said Lane, pointing to the board’s four First Nation communities: Aamjiwnaang First Nation, Stony Point First Nation, Walpole Island and Delaware Nation.

“Student trustees bring an important voice and perspective to board meetings on behalf of student needs in their own schools; they attend conferences and learn about governance… so it’s kind of like an ambassador and advocate at the same time.”

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‘Chemical Valley’ paints Anglers appreciate support Sarnia in ugly light Sir: As a life long resident of Lambton County, largely Sarnia, I have learned to dislike the term "Chemical Valley".

First of all, there is no Valley. Secondly, it paints a horrible picture of our industry.

Sarnia's "Industrial Corridor " has lived

with this ugly moniker far too long.

The local industry is not what it once was.

It's vastly smaller, partially due to negative press.

Our industrial corridor is cleaner and safer with far fewer emissions.

We still live and work

Sir: As we start the New Year we look back at those who helped us in 2017.

The Bluewater Anglers would like to thank Dave Brown and the staff at Bridgeview Marina, along with assistance from the City of Sarnia, for their continued support in 2017. Their efforts during the 2017 Salmon Derby were amazing. Additional Bridgeview staff was required to look after very busy days with lots of boats going in and out, with no injuries. It was a great feat.

here, and most of us would like nothing else.

Please stop using this negative sounding moniker when reporting on our industrial corridor.

It hurts everyone in the community.

— Mike Lester Sarnia

Concerned about electronic voting Sir: A while ago I read an article in The Journal about the coming election for council. The city manager was quoted in the article as saying the various homes in the city would vote via a mobile facility.

As a resident of a re-

tirement home, I have two questions: Why does the city manager know more about the election than the mayor? (Is the tail wagging the dog at city hall?)

Most people in the facilities are not computer literate and don't

trust that the person they voted for did not receive their vote.

There must be a mechanism to verify to their satisfaction that the vote was properly recorded.

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and should focus on Sarnia-area people or issues. No partisan politics or blatant commercialism.

Columns must be no

— Ed Holubowicz Wyoming

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— Jim Donaghue Sarnia

The Journal invites guest columnists

he Journal is offering a community soap box to guest columnists.

Columns are personal opinion pieces

The Bridgeview Marina last year helped the 2017 Salmon Derby be a financial success.

The derby is the major fundraiser that keeps our hatchery open.

Dave Brown, a true com-

munity leader, has committed to helping us again with launches for the 2018 Salmon Derby as we are unsure the new ramp facility will be open on time.

Thanks for your support and commitment to the Bluewater Anglers.

On behalf of the board of directors, the Salmon Derby Committee and local anglers, we appreciate your support.

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Movie Review: 12 Strong

12 Strong offers weak retelling of important story VICKY

SPARKS

Journal Review guns and horses.

The story of the "horse soldiers" made headlines early on in the American war effort after 9/11 with Donald Rumsfeld reading emails they sent in press conferences to illustrate the unstoppable force of the American forces.

The film is filled with much of the same spirit.

Of course at the time, the soldiers and the American military had no idea that

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they would still be in the Middle East 16 years later and the filmmakers don't choose to use that fact to provide broader context to the battle.

The only big picture message the film wants to convey is that the American military is unmatched in its power, size and spirit.

That's ok, but without a deeper look this movie is another cookie cutter, America rah-rah military movie that you've seen at least a dozen times in the last decade just with horses added in.

There is clearly a market, with a loyal audience for these films (American

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Hemsworth's fault that audiences can't see past Thor or his celebrity - not being able to disappear into a character is one of the drawbacks of the level of fame that Hemsworth has achieved.

The odd choice of casting Hemsworth's real life wife Elsa Pataky as his on screen wife adds to the idea that you’re watching Hemsworth and some buddies play around on horses instead of believing their characters. General Dostum (the Afghan warlord) played by Navid Negahban (best known for his portrayal of Abu Nazir on Homeland), is the only bright spot as far as the

performances go.

The dialogue is basic at best and is mostly soldiers trading clichés that soldiers have said a million times before.

At one point someone actually says, "We may have won the battle but still need to win the war.”

This movie is a lazy attempt to cash in on a built in audience - moviegoers deserve better.

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This is an interesting story that could and should have been an interesting movie but was instead told in the most boring way possible.

Chris Hemsworth plays team leader Captain Mitch Nelson and does his best to not be Thor on a horse, an attempt that is only moderately successful at best.

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Canadian comedy duo to perform in Sarnia

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TROY SHANTZ THE JOURNAL

he stars from hit TV show Kenny vs. Spenny are taking their act to the stage in Sarnia this week.

Comedians and reality TV show personalities Kenny Hotz and Spencer ‘Spenny’ Rice are performing at the Station Music Hall on Jan. 26, to give audiences a taste of their unique and sometimes outrageous brand of humour.

Kenny and Spenny first made themselves known in the early 2000s, when they created and starred in “Kenny vs. Spenny,” a reality TV show that pitted the two against each other in hilarious and at times disgusting challenges.

The challenges ranged anywhere from “who can dance the longest,” to “who can break the most laws.” And the loser of the challenges was forced to compete in a public humiliation, often on a busy street corner.

After six seasons, the show wrapped in 2010, but they’ve since adapted their ridiculous love-hate relationship into a live comedy act, that they’ve toured around Canada since 2014.

“It keeps evolving into something different because there’s no aspect of scripting what we do or what we’ve ever done,” Spenny told The Journal. “It’s essentially really us trying to prove to the audience that the other guy is an idiot and try to win them over - which I’m at a supreme disadvantage.”

A disadvantage because

Spenny is known as the morally conscious member of the duo who makes a concerted effort to follow the rules of the challenges during the show.

But Kenny, not so much.

Spenny says the live show is a definite departure from what they did in their TV series, but their character dynamics of good guy vs. bad guy are maintained.

“By and large it’s sort of a fresh approach,” he said. “Rude, crude, honest.”

Spenny said the content has brought heckling in the past, but he welcomes it.

“It gets me angry and lets me interact with that person, and I know how to crush people because I’ve been doing this a long time,” he said. “It’s very hard

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But be warned: if the heckling goes on for too long, Spenny isn’t afraid to walk you out of the building, as he did with one fan in Montreal recently, “...which of course the crowd loved," he said. "They almost thought it was planned because it was so good.”

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hanks to signifi­ cantly reduced infant mortality rates, improved sani­ tary conditions, better nutrition and advanc­ es in medical science, human life expectan­ cy has come a long way over the last few centuries. Statistics Canada estimates that by 2031, the average life expectancy of a Canadian man will be 81.9 years and that of a Canadian woman, 86.

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3. Take care of your brain. Learning the lyrics to a new song, reading books and news­ papers, and doing crossword puzzles are just a few ways you can stimulate your brain and

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Ten simple ways to squeeze in some exercise CYCLING STRENGTHENS YOUR leg muscles, improves cardiovascular endurance and burns calories — all without putting too much extra pres­ sure on your joints.

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1. Do a few squats while you wash your hands 2. Dance while you clean up your house 3. Do some strength exerci­ ses (such as sit-ups) during commercial breaks while watching television

4. Stand on the tips of your toes while doing the di­shes to work your calf muscles 5. Flex your arms while car­ rying groceries 6. Whether you’re at the office or the mall, make it a rule to take the stairs rather than the elevator or escalator 7. Park far away from build­ ing entrances

8. Walk or ride your bike to work or, if that isn’t fea­ sible, park a few minutes away from your office and walk the rest of the way 9. Stand, don’t sit, while rid­ ing public transit 10. Stretch your muscles during coffee breaks You see: it’s easy to get active during the day, no matter how busy you are.

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Healthy habits for a happy immune system I f you’re dreading the return of seasonal cold and flu viruses, be proactive.

Healthy habits will help keep your immune system in tiptop shape and primed to stave off un­pleasant infections.

A healthy person’s immune system doesn’t need any outside help to stay in good condition, as it’s naturally designed to defend your body and heal itself. However, some behaviours may affect your body’s capacity to fend off attackers (viruses, parasites, cancerous cells, foreign bodies, etc.).

A healthy lifestyle

A balanced diet is essential in preventing nutritional deficiencies, which weaken the immune system. As well, getting enough sleep, exercising regularly, avoiding stressful situations, learning to manage anxiety, and not smoking are all habits that contribute to your immune system’s good health.

Immunization

Getting vaccinated is the best way to defend yourself against

certain types of illness. Other than that, there’s no magic formula for a healthy immune system: you just need to take good care of yourself.

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Your immune system is one of your body’s most vital allies: without it, the tiniest scratch would leave you vul­nerable to life-threatening infections.

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2. Berries. There’s a reason blueberries, blackberries, goji berries and the like

are sometimes referred to as superfoods. Berries con­tain high concentrations of antioxidants, which have been shown to slow the progression of age-related cognitive decline.

3. Low glycemic index carbohydrates. Foods with a low glycemic index, such as brown rice, whole grains and cooked beans, contain slow-release carbs that progressively make their way into the bloodstream. This helps the brain maintain its energy supply throughout the day — in fact, half of your daily carb intake is

used to power your gray matter.

4. Pulses. Lentils, peas and beans are good sources of thiamine, also known as vitamin B1, which plays an important role in converting sugars into energy.

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hat’s happening events must be open to the public, of general interest, 60 words or less, and received at least two weeks prior to the event.

Please include ticket prices, if any, and a phone number or website where readers can obtain more information. Email notices to info@ thesarniajournal.ca THURSDAY, JAN. 25

Annual General Meeting Jim Hamilton of First Solar Energy is guest speaker at the annual general meeting and dinner of the Professional Engineers Ontario, Lambton Chapter. Best Western Guildwood Inn, 1400 Venetian Blvd., 6 p.m., cost $20. RSVP to Phil

by Jan. 22 at 519-481-1221 or phil.lasek@shell.com Red Dot Tour Browse the art gallery, find the red dot and enjoy a stimulating 15-minute talk about Lambton at War. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 7 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.

Free, give what you can. For more, call 519-336-8127 FRIDAY, JAN. 26 Weight Loss Support Join a registered dietitian and a group of peers in West Lambton Community Health Centre’s monthly weight loss support group. 429 Exmouth St., 10:30 a.m. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 259

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must be accompanied by adult.

147 Lochiel St., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

For more, call 519-336-8127

What’s Happening

MONDAY, JAN. 29 Biomimicry Naturalist Kimberly Gledhill discusses biomimicry and using the models of nature to solve complex human problems. Hosted by Lambton Wildlife, at the Esso Careers and Learning Centre, 660 Oakdale Ave. 7:30 p.m. For more, email info@lambtonwildlife. com

St., and 1 p.m. at the Mallroad Library, 1362 Lambton Mall Rd. For more, call 519-8453324 ext. 5237 or email lise. babcock@county-lambton. on.ca Hiking The Lambton Outdoor club hosting a hike at the Perch Creek Habitat Management Area. For more, visit www. lambtonoutdoorclub.org SUNDAY, JAN. 28 Bingo Fundraiser MCF presents Fundraiser Day Bingo with a $41 value for $15. Includes silent auction and BBQ. Proceeds to Celebration of Lights. Jackpot City, 825 Upper Canada Drive, 3:50 p.m.

For more, call Colleen Murphy at 226-784-2526 Family Sunday Explore lyrical abstractionism and experiment with watercolours and oil pastels at the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery. Free, suggested $5 donation per family. Children

Teen Cuisine Rapids Family Health Team offering a fun, interactive and free cooking class for teens 13-18. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 5 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949 TUESDAY, JAN. 30 Penny Pinching Pleasers Learn to make healthy, inexpensive meals at West Lambton Community Health Centre’s free class. 429 Exmouth St., 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 277

Central Forum Kevin Shaw and Brian McBain speak about teaching mathematics in Ontario at the Central Forum, describing provincial challenges, rewards and international comparisons.

Central United Church, 220 George St., doors open 1 p.m. $4 per session. For more, call 519-344-4561 WEDNESDAY, JAN. 31 House of Healing House of Healing is offering

free prayer support for physical, emotional or spiritual needs. Everyone welcome. 1186 Murphy Rd., 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Also on Feb. 7. For more, email sarniashealingroom@ gmail.com Library Q&A The Sarnia Library will discuss the library’s e-resources and any other questions about the library. Central United Church, 220 George St., 1 p.m.

For more, call 519-337-3291

Sarnia Girls’ Soccer Club We are now accepting registrations for Sarnia Girls’ Soccer Club of all ages (U4 [2014 and up] to Women’s) Register on-line beginning January 1st at

www.sarniagirlssoccerclub.com

Fees are from U4/5 division U6, U7, U8, U9/10, U11/12/13, U1415, U16/17/18 $180 after All $170 before Feb. 28th $190 after Women’s 19 to 30 $180 before Feb 28th th $195 after Women’s 31 and up $185 before Feb 28 Sarnia Girls’ Soccer Club - P.O. Box 22062 Twin Lakes Postal Outlet - Sarnia, ON, N7S 6J4

Veterans Memorial Field 1540 Lottie Neely Park Rd., Sarnia - 519-542-0212 See website for full details!

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THURSDAY, FEB. 1 YMCA Settlement Services Available for immigrants/ newcomers at the Mallroad Library (adult drop-in) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 519-5422580; also at Point Edward Library Feb. 7, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Cooking Buddies Children’s cooking classes focusing on nutritious recipes, reading a recipe, learning to measure, kitchen safety, clean up, and eating a meal together.

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New Baby, New Normal This session is designed for moms of little ones to help adjusting expectations, recognizing needs, optimizing communication, and managing with effective self-care. Presented by a Registered Psychotherapist from Wed. & Thurs.

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Gallery, 7 p.m.

FRIDAY, FEB. 2 Live Music Scott Manery & The Barnburners will perform at Cheeky Monkey, 130 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0978 Stress Management Rapids Family Health Team offering a free stress management seminar. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949 Play Theatre Sarnia presents: Strangers Among Us, a play about people who fall in love while they and their families deal with issues associated with Alzheimer’s. Imperial Theatre, 168 Christina St. N. Runs Feb. 2, 3, 7-10 at 7:30 p.m. Matinee on Feb. 4 at 2 p.m. Tickets through box office, 519-3326591 or www.imperialtheatre. net Lawrence House First Friday

Opening of Lambton College Arts Collective exhibition featuring work by students and instructors in Digital Photography, Drawing and Ceramics.

“Chrysalis” is the theme of the Spoken Word event from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Free. Exhibition continues until Feb. 22. Lawrence House, 127 Christina St. S., 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-337-0507 School Age Program Drop-in, ages 6-12, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Point Edward Library. Call 519-3363291 Kids’ Movie At the Sarnia Children’s Library, 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., featuring ‘Sing’ (Rated G). Call 519-337-3291 First Friday At the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, where two new exhibitions will be unveiled, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Red Dot Tours at 6, 7 and 8 p.m. for 15 minutes each.

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Continued from 16 SATURDAY, FEB. 3 Guided Audio Tour Of the Lambton at War exhibit at the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Crafting At the Camlachie Library, (adult, drop-in) from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Mondays & Wednesdays) and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Call 519899-2202 Lego Club At the Mallroad Library, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. (School-aged; pre-register) Call 519-5422580) SUNDAY, FEB. 4 Family Sunday At the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. 519-336-8127

344-3017 ext. 237

What’s Happening MONDAY, FEB. 5 Healthy Eating and YOU! Rapids Family Health Team offering a 4-week healthy eating and lifestyle change group called Healthy Eating and YOU. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949 Meditation Increase self esteem, improve concentration, lower blood pressure, reduce stress and anxiety, and find emotional balance. West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., Mondays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Free. For more, call 519-

Low Impact Exercise West Lambton Community Health Centre’s Low Impact Exercise classes at Central United Church, 220 George St., 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays until April. Free. For more, call 519-344-3017 ext. 237 Low Impact Exercise West Lambton Community Health Centre’s Low Impact Exercise classes at Living Hope Christian Reformed Church, 1281 Exmouth St., 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Mondays and Thursdays until April. Free.

For more, call 519-3443017 ext. 237 TUESDAY, FEB. 6 Knitting Club At Bright’s Grove Library, adult drop-in,

6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Call 519-869-2351

9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949

Cooking Class Rapids Family Health Team offering a free cooking class: “Eat Heart Smart”. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m and 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949

Living Life to the Full Learn how to feel better in eight 90-minute sessions.

Sleep better, feel happier, have more energy, gain confidence and enjoy better relationships.

West Lambton Community Health Centre, 429 Exmouth St., 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Tuesdays until March 6. To register, call 519-344-3017, ext. 237

Quit Smoking Rapids Family Health Team offering a free quit smoking workshop and nicotine replacement therapy program.

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Parents who are considering enrolling their children in Sarnia Christian School are invited to send their children to our Kindergarten orientation program on the mornings of February 26th & 28th or March 5th & 7th. Please call 519-383-7750 or email info@sarniachristian.com to reserve a space.

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Lives Lived

Death Notices Recent Passings up to January 19, 2018

This information is provided as a community service.

For detailed information on the lives lived, please refer to the funeral home website listing.

• Baird, Alexander

Age: 88 / Date of Passing: Jan-15-18 Smith Funeral Home

• Baxter, David

Age: 81 / Date of Passing: Jan-19-18 Smith Funeral Home

• Das, Johannes Cornelis

Age: 90 / Date of Passing: Jan-15-18 Smith Funeral Home

• Dell, Robert John

Age: 82 / Date of Passing: Jan-16-18 Smith Funeral Home

• Eldridge, Arthur Thomas

In Memoriam

Obituary

RALPH CARL MOORE

Manzel, Arlene Jane,

Sept. 24, 1929 - Jan. 24, 2017

It has been a year since that fateful day, The pain is still here and may never go away.

The memories flow with no one to correct them The good, the bad and the sad times remembered, Eighty seven years flew by in an instant but the rewards were many, and the work days long and hard.

The accomplishments outstanding For a lad from the farm.

A son, brother, husband, father and friend To those who still miss you and will to the end.

Sadly missed and always remembered Dan, Cheryl, Kevin and Mark and the rest of the Moore family.

Date of Passing: Jan-19-18 Smith Funeral Home

• Greenway, Johanna

Date of Passing: Jan-18-18 McCormack Funeral Home

• Grieve, Evelyn Grace

Date of Passing: Jan-16-18 Smith Funeral Home

• Kiff, Annie Georgene

Age: 83 / Date of Passing: Jan-14-18 Smith Funeral Home

• Lewis, Donna Marie

Age: 60 / Date of Passing: Jan-10-18 Smith Funeral Home

• Maher, Garrett

Age: 35 / Date of Passing: Jan-15-18 Knight Funeral Home

• McLeod, Irene

Date of Passing: Jan-12-18 McCormack Funeral Home

• McKee, Miriam Sewell

Age: 94 / Date of Passing: Jan-16-18 McCormack Funeral Home

Thursday, January 25, 2018

We are sending a dove to heaven With a parcel on its wings Be careful when you open it It’s full of beautiful things Inside are a million kisses Rapped in a million hugs To say how much we miss you And to send you all our love We hold you close within our hearts In there you will remain To walk with us throughout our life Until we meet again Love Iris and Family

90, of Port Huron, passed away peacefully at Marwood Manor on Saturday, January 20, 2018, just two days shy of her 91st birthday. She was born January 22, 1927 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Harold T. and Florence (Schuman) Simpson. She married Jack Manzel on September 6, 1945 in Georgia. He preceded her in death on December 21, 1992. Arlene graduated from Port Huron High School in January 1945. She was active in the Port Huron City Band in the 1940-1950’s and was an accomplished trumpet/ cornet player. She retired from Prestolite Wire after 40 years of dedicated service. Arlene loved to play bingo and the lottery and was a familiar, friendly face at several local stores. She also enjoyed bowling with several different local leagues throughout the years. She is survived by her children, Jackquelyn (Michael) Santoro-Hunt of Sarnia, Ontario, William (Nit) Manzel of Burkburnett, Texas, Charles Manzel of Norfolk, Virginia and Judy (David) Fiedler of Port Huron, Michigan; step-son, Donald (Cathy) Manzel of Irons, Michigan; step-daughter-in-law, Mary Manzel of Fort Gratiot, Michigan; sister Carol (Fritz) Keener of Jeddo, Michigan; and many adoring grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brother, H. T. “Tom” Simpson, Jr; sister, Jeanne Gantz; step-son, Robert Manzel; son-in-law, Loreto Santoro; and daughterin-law, Char Manzel. Arlene had a knack for becoming friends with everyone she met. She was “Aunt Arlene” to countless people. Her easy smile and gift of conversation will be sadly missed. Cremation has taken place. At Arlene’s request, there will be no services. Arrangements are by Karrer-Simpson Funeral Home.

• McShane, David Patrick

Age: 76 / Date of Passing: Jan-14-18 Smith Funeral Home

• Roed, Hazel Irene

Age: 93 / Date of Passing: Jan-17-18 McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home

• Russell, Margaret Joan

Age: 93 / Date of Passing: Jan-12-18 Smith Funeral Home

May 8, 1934 - Jan. 27, 2012

• Saunders, Diane

He laboured hard for those he loved, Then left us to remember.

You still live on in the hearts and minds, Of the loving family you left behind.

Age: 85 / Date of Passing: Jan-17-18 Smith Funeral Home

• Simpson, Frances

Age: 82 / Date of Passing: Jan-18-18 McCormack Funeral Home

Love your wife, children and grandchildren.

• Smith, Iona Marie

Age: 76 / Date of Passing: Jan-14-18 Smith Funeral Home

• Sokowski, Florence

Age: 89 / Date of Passing: Jan-17-18 McCormack Funeral Home

• Squire, Ivan Ross

Age: 85 / Date of Passing: Jan-14-18 McCormack Funeral Home

• Verge, Mary

Age: 81 / Date of Passing: Jan-14-18 Smith Funeral Home

• Walsh, Diana Grace

Age: 63 / Date of Passing: Jan-11-18 Smith Funeral Home

To publish an obituary, a memoriam or an anniversary of passing, please submit your information by calling us at: 519-491-5532 or by email at: info@thesarniajournal.ca the deadline is one week prior to publication.

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Anniversary • 60 WONDERFUL YEARS •

Ted & Teresa Davies

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January 25

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

With love from your daughter Susan & Wayne; your son Ted & Shelley; your grandchildren.... Shannon & TJ, Jamie & Katie, Jessica & Dan, Erin; Rachel, Meg & Matthew; and your 7 great-grandchildren.... Dylan, Jace, Kyle, Cohen, Jack, Levi & Mila.

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Lambton College’s Research Ethics Board (REB) is seeking community members with no affiliation with the College to join the REB for up to a three-year term. The REB is responsible for ensuring that the physical safety and personal integrity of all human participants in research are respected and protected. Community members help broaden the perspective and value base of the REB. Successful candidates will be required to attend monthly meetings. Training will be provided.

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Fun Stuff

For the solutions to this week’s puzzles see page 17

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ichael Marinaro says the dream of making the Olympic team wasn’t far from his mind as a boy, skating at the Point Edward Arena.

“This has been the one and only dream, that has taken about 17,18-hours a day of my life for those 20 years,” said Marinaro.

“And now it has happened.”

The 26-year-old Sarnia native, along with pairs partner Kirsten Moore-Towers earned their spot on Canada’s Olympic squad after winning bronze at the Canadian National Championships on Jan. 13, with a score of 209.85.

“We have four teams in the country that are top 10 in the world, so we knew it was going to be a battle,” Marinaro said of the event, held in Vancouver.

He joins Canada’s largest ever skating team and the largest at the Olympics, as one of six rookies on a 17-member roster.

Marinaro says they knew early on in the season that all of their results would play into them punching a ticket to Pyeongchang.

The pair won bronze in November at the China

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SARNIA'S MICHAEL MARINARO, and his pairs figure skating partner, Kirstin Moore-Towers, are headed to the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

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Cup, and finished 6th at Skate America in Lake Placid shortly after.

Canada is top ranked in the world for figure skating, but Marinaro says Russia and China are still the teams to beat. He and Moore-Towers currently train in Montreal.

They’ll take a short break before resuming training in the weeks leading up to the games, which run Feb. 9 to 25.

Marinaro has been part-

nered with Moore-Towers since the 2014-15 season.

Moore-Towers went to the 2014 Olympics in Sochi with Dylan Moscovitch, where the pair finished 5th. Meanwhile, a GoFundMe page has been set up to help Marinaro’s parents, Bev and Albert of Sarnia, travel to Pyeongchang to watch their son compete. To make a donation, visit www.gofundme. com/send-marinaros-toolympics.

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ocal track and field coach Joel Skinner hopes he can bring some Sarnia athletes with him to the World Under 20 Championships this July.

The Great Lakes teacher was recently named to lead the national squad for the IAAF World U20 Championships in Finland.

He’ll oversee dozens of Canadian event coaches, trainers and athletes, and he thinks some Sarnia athletes may have what it takes to make the team.

“I’m probably not going to name any names, just so I don’t put any pressure on them,” he laughed. “On the throws side, we have maybe three or four athletes that may have potential to make the standard.”

Team selection is in April, he said.

The 39-year-old has coached the Sarnia Athletics Southwest Track & Field Club for about a decade, and started coaching right after graduating college nearly 15 years ago.

He’s had an opportunity to train many world-champion athletes, he said, including Corunna native and Olympic gold medalist Derek Drouin.

“I’ve certainly lucked out,” Skinner said. “Talent identification is pretty great in Sarnia.”

Skinner also led the under-20 Pan Am track team last year and coached on the 2011 and 2015 Pan Am Games teams.

He said he’s used to the personal role he had as a coach for so many years, and said his new appointment will be a “little bit less of a personal coaching role, and more of a managerial role.”

“Based on prior experience I decided that this is the opportunity that I wanted to attempt to get a hold of, to finally be a head coach,” he added.

With all eyes on him and the athletes this summer, the veteran coach

admitted he feels some pressure.

“A lot of people will be relying on me,” he said.

“Nerves will come in to play, but I’ll decrease those nerves by being as organized as possible.

“It’s kind of a dream for anybody; it’s a very big honour,” he said. “I only know how to do things one way, and that’s at 100%.”

The games happen every two years. At the 2016 Games in Poland in 2016, Canada brought home two bronzes - one in the women’s 400 metres hurdles, and another in the fourby-400 metre relay.

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Breaking down barriers: Jessica Platt makes history only goal in the 7-1 loss against the Montreal Canadiens, but it was significant, as it marked the first n Dec. 9, 2017, goal scored by a openly Bright’s Grove transgender athlete in the native Jessica Platt CWHL’s history. scored her first Canadian Platt, 28, came up Women’s Hockey League through the Sarnia minor goal. hockey system, but looking It was the Toronto Furies’ back, she realized the masculinity that dominates the sport unsettled something inside her.

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Her close friends were accepting of who she was, but others either opposed it, or just didn’t understand, she said.

“Not having the knowledge, people seem to take their own views and push them on everyone else, and don’t really know entirely what they’re talking about,” she said.

After a knee-on-knee injury at 16, just weeks prior to a Jr. C tryout, Platt walked away from the game she loved.

After recovery, she at-

tempted a return to hockey in a recreational league, but the atmosphere wasn’t conducive to her headspace, she said.

She left Sarnia to attend Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, immediately finding support in her journey. She transitioned in 2014, and after graduating, found a job teaching hockey skills to kids, which she says rekindled her love for the game.

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“I think everyone could learn from women’s hockey leagues,” said Platt. “Everyone’s open, supportive.”

The CWHL has welcomed Platt with open arms.

“Inclusivity has always been a major strength of

our league,” said CWHL commissioner Brenda Andress in a recent press release. “We support all those involved with our league and that support is provided regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.”

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