Sarnia Journal - Mar. 30

Vol. 4, Issue 13

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TROY SHANTZ & GEORGE MATHEWSON THE JOURNAL

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ransport Canada has imposed tough new restrictions on where and when recreational drone users can fly their aircraft, which just might increase membership at a local radio-controlled flyers club.

Drone owners can no longer fly remote-controlled devices weighing more than 250 grams higher than 90 metres or within 75 metres of buildings, vehicles, animals or people.

Nor can they be flown within nine kilometres of a place that aircraft take off or land. Given the central location of Sarnia Chris Hadfield Airport, that effectively bans recreational drones across most of the city.

Violating those and host of other Transport Canada restrictions can result in a fine of up to $3,000.

But the new rules don’t apply to people flying at sites and events sanctioned by the Model Aeronautics Association of Canada, including the Sarnia-based Bluewater RC Flyers and its flying field on Petrolia Line.

“The main thing about being an MAAC member is that you have the national body backing you up, and we have insurance coverage,” said Paul Chitty, president of the 40-member club.

“As long as you’re within the laws of MAAC you’re covered for $7.5 million.”

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MELTING ICE FLOES slide past Sarnia Harbour on the St. Clair River as another season of Great Lakes shipping kicks into high gear. With the Welland Canal and Sault locks open and the last of the Harbour’s overwintering ships leaving or preparing to, the low rumbling note of freighter engines has once again joined the city soundscape.

Drone photo, courtesy of David Cooke, inskyphoto.com

Chief revises Sarnia’s ‘unfounded’ sex assault investigation numbers

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arnia Police Chief Phil Nelson has weighed in on the national controversy surrounding sexual assault investigations that don’t result in charges, saying his department’s rate of “unfounded” cases is lower than first reported.

Nelson said his personal re-

view found that 15 of 78 cases initially deemed unfounded were incorrectly classified, reducing Sarnia’s rate of unfounded cases from 22% to 18% between 2010 and 2014.

That’s less than the national rate (19%) and provincial rate (25%) but still means nearly one in five sexual assault cases don’t result in charges.

“I know it’s got to be frustrating with any victim of

crime when no charges are laid,” Chief Nelson said. “… but at the end of the day, you have to have evidence to lay the charge.”

Chief Nelson said sexual assault investigation are the most intrusive kind and can cause victims great distress.

“It takes a lot of courage” on their part,” he said.

“But remember that there is a big difference between

saying an offence never took place and … that we can’t lay a charge.”

The chief was responding to public and political criticism stemming from a 20-month Globe and Mail investigation that found 19% of sexual assault investigations in Canada between 2010 and 2014 were classified as unfounded.

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Drone rules: Continued from page 1

Ottawa said it imposed the rules because the popularity of drones and quadcopters has led to a sharp increase in reported safety incidents.

“Parents buy their kids a drone and they take it down to the local park and they fly it. They have no training, they have no insurance, basically they have no regulations to control what they’re doing,” Chitty said.

“If they have an accident — and there’s been accidents in the States with drones hitting people — they’ve got to foot the bill for the insurance claims, and it can be pretty damned expensive.”

The Bluewater RC Flyers has been operating 45 years and runs a number of special events, including indoor flying at St. Patrick’s High school in winter months.

It also hosts summer demonstrations on sites beyond its designated Petrolia line property. Membership is $75 per year.

“The MAAC rules basically say that you can fly anywhere and you’re covered by insurance, as long as the landowner gives you permission,” said Chitty.

The new regulations also prohibit recreational drones from flying more than 500 metres away from its user, at night or in the clouds.

Drones must also be marked with the name, address and phone number of its owner.

The new regulations do not, however, apply to those who operate drones and quadcopters for professional purposes, such as real-estate photography or agriculture purposes. They have their own set of Transport Canada rules.

Complete details and rules for recreational and professional drone operators can be found at www. tc.gc.ca.

Unfounded numbers: Continued from page 1

The Globe report said over that period the Sarnia Police Service had an average of 22% unfounded sexual assault cases (78 of 359 allegations).

In response, Sarnia’s chief personally reviewed each investigation.

He said incorrect classifications occurred primarily because cases handed over to other jurisdictions were sometimes called unfounded and should have been classified differently; and cases involving accused persons under the age of 12 were incorrectly classified as unfounded.

The media attention has created controversy and prompted a review by

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the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police and the Canadian Centre for Justice Statistics, his report notes.

Nelson stressed that when a case is classified as unfounded it doesn’t necessarily mean the investigator doesn’t believe a criminal offence occurred.

“I think that is what’s drawn the attention of a lot of people,” he said.

An unfounded classification can mean there isn’t enough evidence to support

charges, the chief said.

“That may change later on.”

Nevertheless, he conceded, the current definition according to uniform crime reporting codes states that unfounded means, “it is concluded that no violation of the law took place, nor was a violation attempted.”

The chief said he also reviewed each of Sarnia’s 78 unfounded sexual assault cases and found they were conducted properly.

Coun. Anne Marie Gillis said last week that an internal review doesn’t go far enough. She said what’s needed is an independent, third party examination of the data.

‘We need to have fresh eyes, not an internal review, to capture what has been happening here in the city,” she said.

The Sarnia Police Services Board accepted the chief ’s internal review and did not request another.

Gladu receives engineering honour

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arilyn Gladu, the first female engineer to be elected to Parliament, has received a distinction of honour from the board of Engineers Canada.

Sarnia-Lambton’ MP was named a ‘Fellow’ of the organization in recognition as of her

professional accomplishments prior to enter politics.

Gladu worked with Dow Chemical, Suncor Energy and Worley Parsons internationally, across Canada and in Sarnia-Lambton.

She currently serves as the Opposition Science Critic.

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Imperial Oil’s remarkable contribution to the arts

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CATHY DOBSON THE JOURNAL

ne of the best examples of mural painting in Canadian art history is at the centre of a new Imperial Oil donation to Sarnia-Lambton’s public art collection.

The donation includes six sketches and two large cartoons by prominent Canadian artist York Wilson. Their dollar value isn’t being disclosed but the story they tell about the oil industry’s history and the important chapter they represent in the company’s past is priceless, says Lisa Daniels, curator at the Judith and Norman Alix Art Gallery (JNAAG).

The donation to the gallery’s permanent collection was unveiled March 23 with dozens of Imperial representatives and art enthusiasts in attendance.

“We all live here and want to see a vibrant community,” said local chemical plant manager Dave Luecke. “I think a vibrant arts scene is part of that community.”

In the mid-1950s, as Imperial Oil was building its new Toronto headquarters, the company commissioned York Wilson to design and paint an enormous mural in the expansive foyer at 111 St. Clair Ave. West.

Wilson spent two years researching and studying the story of oil before presenting Imperial’s board of directors with two cartoons – the art term for a full-size drawing made as a study for a larger painting.

It took board members less than 20 minutes to examine

ASSISTANT CURATOR Sonya Blazek unveils an important piece of art history Imperial Oil has donated to the Judith and Norman Alix Art Gallery, on exhibit until April 23.

CATHY DOBSON, The Journal

the cartoons and approve the project, a mammoth mural incorporating two panels, each 32 feet by 21 feet.

Imperial’s former offices have since been converted to condos, with shops are on the ground floor and public access to Wilson’s unique mural.

The mural is historically designated and remains a permanent part of the building, said JNAAG’s assistant curator Sonya Blazek.

But thanks to Imperial’s donation, Wilson’s preparatory work depicting the story of oil in Canada is, fittingly, now in Sarnia.

Blazek noted the artist even

worked with Sarnia’s Imperial Oil research lab to create dry pigments that would be long-lasting.

The local unveiling coincided with 14 other art donations across Canada from Imperial Oil. The company has built an open-concept headquarters in Calgary with fewer walls to display its extensive art collection, said Luecke. Some of it has been auctioned, resulting in a $784,000 donation to United Ways across Canada, with the United Way of Sarnia-Lambton receiving $125,000 of that, he said.

In total, Imperial donated $6

million from its art collection and art sale, Leucke said.

Imperial has collected art for more than 70 years, primarily supporting Canadian artists.

The National Gallery of Canada recently received a Lawren Harris and several other paintings from Imperial Oil. Interestingly, Imperial was among the local industries responsible for donating a Lawren Harris called Spring on the Oxtongue River to Sarnia’s permanent collection in 1956.

The York Wilson artwork is the first local donation specifically from Imperial Oil. However, in the 1950s

a Sarnia Industries Art Fund created with contributions from local industries including Imperial was used to purchase 113 works.

The gallery’s permanent collection now has about 1,500 pieces.

A series of four exhibitions running until Aug. 12 pays tribute to the artists, collectors and corporations that helped build the gallery’s collection.

The York Wilson exhibit runs until April 23 and is the first in the Share the Passion: Gifts of Art series.

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Getting the double scoop on Ice Cream Galore expansion

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he owners of Ice Cream Galore are making a significant reinvestment in their Point Edward shop to build on a long-held family tradition.

Andrew and Holly Howell say they’re taking the business in a new direction with the closing of Wick’s Variety next and an expansion of the ice cream shop.

Wick’s Variety, on the north side of the Howell’s historic

mid-April.

Andrew Howell says he did much of the initial demolition himself, taking down part of the wall between the two businesses and building, permanently closed gutting the interior last fall and has been converted so the old building to provide seating for more could be rewired and than 40 ice cream customers. insulated.

The refurbished Ice Cream The Howells estiGalore opens for the season in mate the expansion Wellington St cost $60,000 to $80,000, O including nt ar io a public St washroom, new offices auto service and kitchen update.

ANDREW AND HOLLY HOWELL, owners of Ice Cream Galore.

“We CATHY DOBSON, The Journal wanted to do it right.

Though new to business cheerful new colour scheme, a We plan to be here a ownership they felt comfortable kids’ corner with a small table Tires Starting as low as long time,” Andrew with a venture Holly already and chairs, and a menu offering Howell said. knew so well.

50 flavours of ice cream, 14 Holly Howell grew “Initially, the two stores flavours of real fruit frozen youp in Sarnia and lived ghurt, homemade waffle cones worked well together,” said next door to the Caudle Andrew Howell, who frequent- and smoothies. + HST family, who started Ice ly worked in the variety store Prices range from $2.75 for Cream Galore in 1977. and greeted customers with his a single scoop on a regular worked at the shop young daughter on his shoulcone to $5 for a double yoghurt Plus receive off Alignment She every summer while in ders. waffle cone. Ice cream cakes high school and loved “I got to know a lot of people and pies are made in-house and when you buy 4 tires. the business. by working in Wick’s,” he said. cost $18.95 to $39.95.

Offer ends April 30th After marrying, she “But we bought the business for Customers are encouraged to and Andrew lived and the ice cream store.” sit down and enjoy a coffee or worked in London, but It became apparent the specialty coffee and a newspain 2007 they learned per, said Andrew. variety was no longer a viable the Caudles were sell“We love being a part of venture on its own, with people ing the ice cream shop buying fewer potato chips, pop people’s family traditions,” said and variety store and Holly Howell. “We want to and cigarettes, said Andrew made an offer. create a place where you can Howell.

“We wanted to move SEASON! slow down and spend time with Last October 4, Wick’s back to Sarnia to be family.”

Variety closed its doors after closer to family, so we Ice Cream Galore is located serving generations in Point COME CHECK OUT OUR SELECTION decided to buy it,” she at 105 St. Clair St. and is hiring Edward. explained. to fill 17 seasonal positions.

It was a sad day but also a Send resumes to icecreamganew beginning for lore105@gmail.com. Grand Ice Cream Galore, which had its most opening date TBA. successful year in Got an interesting business 2016. story? Contact Cathy Dobson In a few weeks, at cathy.dobson@thesarniathe expanded shop journal.ca or 226-932-0985. will reopen with a

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Camlachie musician headed to Vimy ceremonies in France

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axophonist Sarah Robertson hopes her experience with the Canadian Armed Forces musical regiment in France during Vimy Ridge ceremonies will resonate with her future students.

“I’ve always found that the teachers that’ve been inspirational to me and inspirational to others, they’ve always had a repertoire of experiences,” said the former Camlachie resident, who hopes to become a music educator herself.

“They’ve had a lot of background to themselves, and I thought that being a part of the military and the music would be a great learning step for me.”

The Northern Collegiate grad is one of 60 musicians taking part in a series of ceremonies at Vimy Ridge in France on the battle’s 100th anniversary April 9.

Robertson’s band, the Royal 22nd Regiment Band, and another Canadian Forces ensemble from Edmonton, will spend two weeks

in Europe participating in events marking the historic battle.

Four divisions of the Canadian Corps fought together for the first time on April 9, 1917, resulting in one of the most important Western Front victories of the First World War. Vimy has become known as “the battle that forged a nation,” and saw four Sarnians killed in action: Frederick Johnson, David Kerr, Roy Lumley and David Montgomery.

“It’s going to be a really big honour. I know you see it on the movies and you hear about, but it’s a different thing to see it there,” Robertson said. “It’s going to be surreal.”

She’s been with Canadian Forces the past year living and working on CFB Valcartier in Quebec City.

Prior to that Robertson was a familiar face locally gracing stages and concert halls. Versed in alto, baritone and tenor sax, she has performed at Lambton County Music Festivals, Music Fest Canada, and was part of the popular jazz band the Dominant 7. That group drew from four area high schools and

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Robertson played with the ceremonial guard at Western University and was one of 13 saxophonists to audition for the Canadian Forces position.

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Thursday, March 30, 2017

Editorial

Published by The Sarnia Journal, A division of Sarnia Media Group Inc.

GUEST COLUMNIST:

P.O. Box 22045, 322 Christina St N., Sarnia, ON, N7S 6J4

Vimy Ridge set dangerous precedent for Canadian troops

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RANDY EVANS

s Canadians prepare to mark the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge on April 9, it is important to remember that the nation’s pride in that victory also set a dangerous precedent for the balance of the First World War. Along with the Canadian fighting mettle demonstrated at the gas-infected Battle of the Somme, Vimy tagged this country’s army as one of, if not the best, the Allies had.

As historian Pierre Berton noted in his book Vimy: “Claude Williams wrote home that ‘the Canadian has lived down his reputation as a ‘rag tag’ army and is now considered the best in the B.E.F. The Imperials think a great deal of the Byng Boys’ … Vimy convinced the Canadians that they were the finest troops on the Western Front. By naming them assault troops in the battles that followed, the High Command confirmed that belief.”

It therefore followed that six months later Canadian General

over the leading Canadians Arthur Currie’s troops found had suffered a staggering themselves slogging it out as 45,835 casualties and 6,800 the main assault force in the killed. mud and brine of Passchendaele.

For Sarnia, a mere 96-day That highly questionable period resulted in 44 of its one-month long fight cost boys not coming home. the young nation 15,654 That is war deaths at a rate casualties and more than of almost one every second 4,000 killed. day of the campaign - fully For Sarnia the death toll 38% of the city’s entire First reached four.

World War dead.

But as bad as the losses at Sadly, five of those young Passchendaele, they didn’t men still lie interred at an come close to what the unknown location on the Canadians endured in the battlefield.

War’s final onslaught.

This slaughter, beyond By the spring of 1918 current comprehension, had the military brass could as its genesis the heralded MACHINE GUNNERS operate from inside a crater on the plateau above Vimy reputation of the Canadian smell the blood of ArmiRidge, France. stice. And because of their Expeditionary Force conVimy Foundation image firmed at Vimy Ridge. reputation at Vimy Ridge, Bittersweet indeed. the Canadians were again chosen to spearhead what during the War. Sarnia’s blood the Hindenburg Line.

Randy Evans is a First World became known as Canada’s was spilt and lives lost at an The battle commenced on War historian in Sarnia Hundred Days. unprecedented rate.

August 8, 1918 and continued Editor’s note: A ceremony is In essence, the plan called for until the guns went silent on So fervent were the Brass that being held Sunday, April 2 at an all-out continuous assault they ordered fighting right to November 11, 1918. the Sarnia Cenotaph in Veterat Amiens, France to end only The encounter was unceasing, the surrender, even though they ans’ Park to honour the four when the Germans were spent. relentless and deadly. knew five hours earlier that men killed at Vimy: Frederick This meant proceeding over peace had already been negoIn Sarnia, residents watched Johnson, David Montgomery, canals and through heavily — no doubt with great trepida- tiated. Lives were lost for no fortified enemy strongholds, in- tion — as the published casureason, except perhaps to satisfy David Kerr and Roy Lumley.

The service and wreath-laying cluding the never before threat- alty lists grew daily at a pace the ego of their superiors. ened concrete encampment of and intensity never before seen By the time the final push was begin at 4 p.m.

GUEST COLUMNIST:

Elizabeth Workman didn’t deserve to be executed

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n a recent guest column titled, ‘Where is the Body of Elizabeth Workman,’ Sarnia Journal readers were informed that this woman “beat her husband to death with a mop handle.”

What they weren’t told is that she was a chronically abused woman. A newspaper editorial from 1873 clearly stated, ‘The deceased James Workman had for a long period of years been a most intemperate and tyrannical husband and father; that his wife had frequently to take refuge in the dwellings of her neighbors from his violence; while on the contrary it was shown that she was a quiet industrious hard-working woman.”

Elizabeth Workman was

found guilty of causing the death of her husband.

But the trial transcript of Bob McCarthy CASE 666/1873 (the actual case number) clearly shows none of the evidence given for the Crown was sufficient to show this violence was done with murderous intent, or that she really intended to kill him.

Instead of having malice aforethought, she might only have been reacting to his abuse, acting in self-defence of either herself or her nine-year-old son.

Following her conviction and sentencing, petitions requesting clemency were signed by hundreds of local residents.

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Alexander Mackenzie, Lambton’s Member of Parliament and future prime minister, hand-delivered these petitions, along with a letter he’d written himself, to Prime Minister John A. Macdonald. Their efforts were to no avail.

Elizabeth Workman did not have a lawyer appointed until the night before her trial. No witnesses were called on her behalf. Her hanging was a travesty of justice.

Throughout Canada’s history, 58 women have been sentenced to death by a judge. In 33 of the trials, the jury recommended that mercy be shown. All but one of these 33 sentences of death was reduced to a lesser term. Only one of these 33 women was hanged – Elizabeth

Workman.

Just before 9 a.m. a rope noose was slipped around her neck and a flour bag drawn over her face.

Clutching a small bouquet of white flowers she uttered her final words: “I can only hope that what I have been going through will serve as a warning to all wives who had drunken husbands, and to all husbands who had drunken wives.”

When the rope was cut following pronouncement of death, the body of this abused woman fell six feet into a pit already dug beneath the scaffold.

Her remains are there to this day, under the tarmac of a parking lot. There is not even some kind of marker to show she lived.

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Since her execution was contrary to the recommendation of the jury, as well as public opinion, Elizabeth Workman’s case is unique among women who received the death penalty.

A poor, marginalized, working-class woman, she was not well served by a judicial system that accorded her little regard, a system that may have allowed gender, class and politics to interfere in her fair treatment.

Why was Elizabeth Workman, an abused woman, the only female ever hanged in Canada contrary to the jury’s recommendation?

She didn’t deserve to be executed.

Bob McCarthy is a local historian and the author of CASE 666 – Travesty of Justice

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Comment

Trump’s revised travel ban is founded on discrimination

Sir: A March 16 letter proclaimed U.S. President Donald Trump’s travel ban – rebranded ‘controlled’ immigration - is ‘pragmatic and not ‘xenophobic.’

But Trump’s revised ban has also been blocked by federal courts, which note that bans based on religion are wrong.

The courts are correct. The Geneva Convention makes it clear that states are required to accept refugees fleeing war.

The letter also offered unsourced statistics about the number of deaths caused by ISIL.

The Global Terrorism Index is the most comprehensive global terrorism dataset. The data is collected by the National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism, a Department of the Homeland Security Centre.

The 2016 GTI report says terrorism is a highly concentrated form of violence, mostly committed in a small number of countries (Iraq, Afghanistan, Nigeria, Pakistan, Syria) by a small number of groups. (ISIL, Boko Haram, al-Qaeda and Taliban) * Some 93% of terror at-

tacks occur in countries with high levels of state-sponsored political terror, torture and imprisonment without trial. Only 0.5% of terrorist attacks occur in countries not suffering from state-sponsored conflict or political terror. Fifty percent of

all plots with an ‘ISIL connection’ have been conducted by lone-wolf actors with ‘no direct connection to ISIL.’ * In OECD (Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development) countries, terrorism is most likely to occur where poor socio-economic factors leave few job opportunities for youth born and living there, not from incoming refugees.

Turkey and France are the most affected. Like the attackers in Nice, Paris, San Bernadino and Orlando, the recent attacker in Britain was born there.

The data shows the vast majority of terrorist attacks occur in non-OECD countries, and attacks in OECD countries are primarily by nationals, not by refugees.

Armed conflict and war results in far more deaths, as well as the wholesale destruction of economies, globally, than does terrorism.

Clearly Trump banning people from entry has less to do with ‘control’ than it does with discrimination.

Stanton Earle Sarnia

Ditch the grass and enjoy your naturalized yard

Sir: There are many reasons not to have a lawn.

Yes, lawns are green and provide some nutrition for insects and grubs, although lawn pesticides aren’t good for them.

We’ve been taught that grass is good by the lawn industry and the media. One fertilizer company’s advertising was so

successful in the 1950s that we still see the same commercial today, which shows that if we have a great lawn we’ll also have a great house, a perfect family and perfect steak on the barbecue. We all bought into it.

Lawn care is a multi-billion business that supports fertilizer companies, equipment com-

Turn signal needed

Sir: I think there should be a left turn signal at Michigan Avenue and Indian Road.

It is a really busy intersection, especially before and after school, and there is always a lot of traffic trying to turn left.

It is not uncommon to have to wait 10 to 15 minutes while trying to get into the turning lane, and another couple lights more to turn onto Indian Road.

A left turn signal at that

intersection would definitely be safer for drivers and pedestrians. Picking up or dropping off kids at school would also go a lot faster, and it would make everyone happier.

The city wouldn’t need to use it all the time, just at the start and end of a school day.

Mark Bridge Northern Collegiate Sarnia

panies and others. But grass is an allergen to many people, and keeping it cut produces noise pollution, gasoline engine emissions, and the the danger of running over an electric lawnmower cord. Don’t laugh, it happens.

Lawn pesticides kill insects and can harm birds, bees and

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IJC meeting dredges up Great Lakes problems

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TROY SHANTZ THE JOURNAL

arnia went to great lengths to properly dispose of sediment scooped up during this winter’s $3-million dredging project, but that’s not always the case in the Great Lakes.

In Lake Erie, dredging has been linked to the growth and spread of algae in recent years, said Don Ciparis of the National Farmers Union.

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The IJC has organized a series of meetings on both sides of the border to gather feedback from residents on the Great Lakes.

In 2014, algae blooms engulfed parts of Lake Erie and forced Toledo, Ohio to shut its water intakes because of the presence of DON CIPARIS, with the National Farmers Union, brought attention liver-damaging to dredging practices at a meeting of the International Joint Commismicrocystins.

The algae was sion in Sarnia last week.

TROY SHANTZ, The Journal linked to an excess of phosphate in the Instead of dumping the something really simple,” water from agricultural dredged sediment on land Ciparis said. run-off. it was dispersed in the “If Sarnia can do it, According to Ciparis, water, he said. maybe the U.S. Army dredging by the Army “I’m not suggesting Corps of Engineers Corps of Engineers disdredging should be should be invited to sort rupted the lake bottom banned, but if you’re of look at Sarnia’s experiand compounded the ence. ” seeing a correlation problem, resulting in Participants also exthere with algae blooms blue-green blooms that pressed concerns about and dredging, why not were visible from space.

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Trump threat to slash 97% of funding used to protect the world’s largest freshwater source.

The proposed cut would $300 million spent annually on the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative cut to around $10 million.

Kris Lee, Canadian, chairperson of the Binational Public Advisory Council, said cutbacks will change the focus of Great Lakes advocacy.

“If the government objective is jobs, then explain why reducing the funding for whatever areas is going to make you lose jobs, because you have to speak their language.”

Lee’s U.S. counterpart, Patty Troy, echoed her sentiments.

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First ever ‘Seed Swap’ to let gardeners spring into action

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TROY SHANTZ THE JOURNAL

f you have some extra seeds lying around this spring, you’re probably not alone, says local chef and gardener Stephanie Smith.

“A lot of time (gardeners) over compensate with how much they need to grow,” she said.

Smith is one of the organizers of the first-ever Sarnia Seed Swap, at which local gardeners can swap unused vegetable and herb seeds with other gardeners.

Donations of seeds from various Ontario seed companies will also be available.

“People can bring seeds that they’re not going to grow or not interested in eating and exchange them for seeds that they will use,” said Smith.

“This is the first year it’s been offered … I’ve noticed people having community seed swaps in their areas, and it seems to go really well.”

Local experts will be on hand to answer questions and offer advice on sustainability, native plants and organic growing.

Smith said all gardeners are welcome, whether they have a green thumb or an interest that’s just beginning to bloom.

And even if you don’t have seeds to swap, she said, come for the free advice on starting your own garden.

“Starting basic is better, I always say, especially if you’re a first timer.

If you want to expand over time, then next year or the year after, that’s when you take it on,” she said.

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Retired teacher finds return to the stage is sax of fun

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It’s no surprise for those who know him. He’s a high-energy kind of guy.

And he loves the saxophone.

“I’m just starting to play out again,” he said, “and I’m down at the water nearly every day.”

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by the water,” he says. “It’s good for the diaphragm too.”

Sometimes, he likes to play on the top of the hill at the water treatment plant. Can’t beat the view or the cardio exercise playing sax as you climb the hill, says Weiss.

He first picked up the sax as a student at Central Collegiate while taking music classes with the late Willy Timmermans. Later, he studied performance at Humber College, earned a BA at York and took his B of Ed at U of T. Along the way, he belonged to a number of bands and grew to love the adrenalin rush of playing live.

He said his biggest thrill was probably playing with the great jazz pianist Oscar Peterson who invited Weiss to join him during a show at York University.

“After that, I was never intimidated on stage,” he said with a laugh.

Weiss’ teaching career began in the City of York right after graduation. A year later, he returned to his hometown and launched

into a lengthy teaching career that ended with retirement in 2015.

Most of his time was at St. Clair, where he pulled together a group of talented musicians from across Sarnia-Lambton and formed the Dominant Seven Jazz Band.

“It was a beautiful thing, filling the city with music.

I’ve been asked if I’ll do it again,” he said in such a way that suggested he hasn’t ruled it out.

Weiss is playing a number of local shows again, including: * MARCH 31, at Ups N Downs on Front Street. Toronto-area vocalists Gillian Nicola and Brooklyn Doran are joined by guest Al Weiss.

They’ve never played together before and may or may not have a chance to practice, he says. “I’ve had great success just stepping on stage. It keeps you sharp.” Show starts 9:30 p.m. No cover. * APRIL 8 at Huron Oaks.

Weiss joins Yasgur’s Farm, a 10-piece band from Toronto that includes son Parker Weiss on sax. Soulful funk-

rock covers and originals.

Tickets are $20. Show starts 8 p.m. Yasgur’s Farm, named for the man who hosted Woodstock, has played in Sarnia six times this past year, including Jazz in the Village. Call 519-383-1182 for details. * APRIL 23, 3 p.m. at The Lawrence House Turret Room. The Riverview Jazz Trio plays, including Andy Tattersall on jazz guitar, Andy Lloyd on acoustic bass and Al Weiss on sax. Tickets are $10. * OCTOBER 7 at Imperial Theatre. Al Weiss and Friends host their 3rd benefit for the Breast Cancer Society of Canada and the local mammography unit. The evening features Yasgur’s Farm, the Riverview Jazz Trio and Almost Floating.

The Arts Journal welcomes ideas about cultural activities in our community.

Contact Cathy at cathy. dobson@thesarniajournal. ca or 226-932-0985.

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Sarnia closer to Internet voting

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arnia has picked a company to provide Internet and telephone voting in the 2018 municipal election.

Nova Scotia-based Intelivote Systems Inc. was approved in a 5-3 council vote last week.

Councillors had already authorized the alternative voting methods, and most said last week they will appeal to a younger demographic and make voting easier,

faster and more convenient.

“It’s time that Sarnia moved into the future,” said Coun. Bev MacDougall.

But others expressed concerns about security, citing the potential for hackers to disrupt the election with fraudulent results.

The details have yet to be worked out with Intelivote, which will be paid $130,219 for its services.

Point Edward scholarship created

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scholarship has been created in honour of two long-time Point Edward residents The Maynard and Rene Walker Family Scholarship will provide the winner with $5,000 U.S. ($6,725 CDN) in each of the first two years of his or her post-secondary education.

“The Walker family has been an important part of the village for

many years and we appreciate that Mary Ellen has remembered her roots,” Mayor Bev Hand said of their daughter.

Winners will be selected based on high school grades and contributions to the Point Edward community. Applications can be picked up at the village municipal office and must be submitted by May 1.

Low-cost rabies clinic planned

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ambton Public Health is offering low-cost ($20) pet rabies vaccinations at the Sarnia Humane Society on April 15.

The 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. clinic is open to all cats and dogs three

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Animals must be leashed or contained, in good health, and not vaccinated within the past year.

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Ottawa asked to repair “sad” Alexander Mackenzie gravesite

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arnia’s mayor is appealing to Ottawa to improve the condition of Alexander Mackenzie’s gravesite in

Sarnia.

Mayor Mike Bradley wrote the minister of environment and climate change that the grave of

Canada’s second prime minister is in a “sad condition” and has been such since 1998.

The grave in Lakeview

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The Hon. Alexander Mackenzie was a local stonemason who became the second prime minister of Canada, serving from 1873 to 1878.

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Local Seniors complex planned for Devine Street Association closing

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he local chapter of the Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario is ceasing operations.

The board of directors said in a release the organization lacks the internal resources to continue and tried but was unable to form a

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developer is proposing to redevelop the Devine Street School lands into a campus featuring an independent seniors living complex and a dementia-care facility.

The $41-million proposal calls for up to three buildings on the three-acre site at 321 Devine St., likely starting with a five-floor structure providing the latest in dementia-patient care, Overture Investment Inc. spokesperson Francesco Chieffalo told city council last week.

“That’s including care beds for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia, and apartments for both independent seniors and seniors who require assistance in their daily lives,” he said.

Overture was seeking an Official Plan amendment and intends to submit a site plan soon containing more details.

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It thanked the staff, volunteers and many community agencies that supported its work helping children and adults with learning disabilities over the years.

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It would also provide training partnerships with Lambton College and students in its health-

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Overture, a privately owned Canadian real estate investment company, bought the property at 321 Devine St. last May. It had previously been owned by local businessman Charles Dally, who

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‘Walking a Mile’ event puts the shoe on the other foot TARA JEFFREY THE JOURNAL

O

rganizers are hoping to see 200 men slip into stilettos at the Lambton Mall next month for the fifth annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event.

The fundraiser for the Women’s Interval Home and Sexual Assault Survivors’ Centre is slated for April 8, and will see participants walk one mile in high-heeled shoes to raise awareness about rape, sexual assault and gender violence.

“It’s amazing to watch the men walk around the mall in their heels and just rally together and show their support for the cause,” said Angie Marks, director of services at the Interval Home.

“I think there’s some learning as well... some

pieces that they’re able to take back with them in helping women who might be in an abusive relationship.”

It’s the flagship fundraiser for both agencies, which provide residential and non-residential support — including crisis, housing and transitional supports, counseling, support groups and other programs — for women experiencing abuse, sexual assault and sexual abuse.

“We are fortunate to have a lot of third party fundraisers; the community really comes together for us. But this is our one big fundraiser for both agencies,” said Marks, pointing to a $20,000 goal.

Participants are encouraged to register early so organizers can have enough shoes on hand, with families and chil-

Home operates at 95% capacity year-round, and sees about 180 women residentially.

With all services combined, the centre sees about 1,000 women every year.

The money raised supports programs that are not funded, including youth relationship programs and life skills programs for women and children.

“Sometimes people just think of us as a shelter,” said Marks. “But we do so much more than that.”

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Easter in the Park returns

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THANK YOU SARNIA-LAMBTON FOR AN AMAZING 50 YEARS. lambtoncollege.ca/50th As a special thank you to the City of Sarnia and the County of Lambton, we’re planning a 50th Anniversary Legacy Project to celebrate this milestone.

Our Gift to the Community On Wednesday, April 5, 2017 all Lambton College students, faculty and staff will participate in a county-wide Legacy Project, as well as a variety of individualized community projects that have been planned by various departments at the College.

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Sarnia pondering possible removal of fluoride

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arnia is still considering the possible removal of fluoride from its drinking water.

City council intends to ask voters a ballot question at next the municipal election about fluoridation, which is done at the water treatment plant to reduce tooth decay.

City Hall also plans to hold a public meeting before then and invite presentations from both a fluoride supporter, Dr. Sudit Ranade, Lambton’s medical officer of health, and an anti-fluoride advocate, Dr. Hardy Limeback, former president of the Canadian Association for Dental Research.

If city residents do vote in favour of removing fluoride it won’t end there, however,

New school bus app

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The Sarnia Upward Basketball league covers players from Senior Kindergarten to Grade 8.

League co-director Theresa Siertsema said each

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The emphasis shifts during games to team competition involving squads that are equally matched, but no one pays attention to the score.

“Everyone gets to touch the ball at some point during the game and gets a chance to bring the ball up the court,” she said.

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ALYIAH BATTE goes for two points while #12 Easton Kane, and #5 River Kane wait for the rebound.

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Community New van

International Women’s Day

Donation to the Inn

ALEXANDER MACKENZIE PRINCIPAL Jim Stewart sits behind the wheel of a new van donated by Enbridge Pipelines to help the school transport students to co-op placements. With him are vice-principal Melissa Mallette and Jeff Paetz, Enbridge eastern region operations director.

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FIVE COMMUNITY LEADERS were recognized as Change Agents at the 10th annual International Women’s Day March 8 at the Sarnia Riding Club. From left here are, back row: Michelle Batty, executive director of the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Centre and Women’s Interval Home, Change Agents Ruth Geurts, Nancy Michieli and Lisa Aubin; front row: Change Agent Morgan Langille and Georgette Parsons, board president SASCSL and WIH. Missing is Change Agent Stephanie Purdy.

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THE EGG FAMERS OF LAMBTON, Essex and Kent have donated 600 dozen eggs to the Inn of the Good Shepherd, adding an important protein source for food bank clients. Here, Eric Bastiaansen makes the presentation to Inn executive director Myles Vanni.

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THE ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION, Branch 62, and the Branch 62 Ladies Auxiliary, have donated $5,988 to St. Joseph’s Hospice. Presenting the cheque here to fund development manager Maria Muscedere, right, are Lynn Mathieson, left, 2nd vice, and Mary Lou Mills, Auxiliary president.

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THE SARNIA ARENA REGENERATION PROJECT has received donations of $87,000 from Bluewater Power and $10,000 from Skate Sarnia. Presenting the Skate Sarnia cheque here are, from left, club VP Maureen O’Grady, Parks and Rec director Rob Harwood, club president Barb Lewis, fundraising ATTENTION lead Greg Burr and club treasurer Doug Jackson.

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NEARLY TWO DOZEN CHILDREN took part in a ‘Chefs in Training’ cooking camp organized by Rapids Family Health Team over the March break. Helping prepare a salad here are, from left, volunteer Connie Swales, Parker Elliott, Sydney St. Clair and Amara Bourret-McDonald.

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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, MARCH 30 Lenten Organ Series Central United Church’s six-week lenten organ series, a 30-minute, Thursday-at-noon performance, continues with Gerald Vreman of Centre Street Baptist, St. Thomas. 12 p.m. 220 George St. All welcome, donation appreciated. For more, call Nancy at 519-869-2017 Artist Talk Artist Kevin yates will discuss his practice with a special focus on the house sculptures included in the Elusive Utopia exhibition. Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 7 p.m. Free, give what you can. To register, call 519-336-8127 ext.

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Famous 5 Bridges Global founder Elizabeth Soltis will speak at the Enbridge Famous 5 Speaker Series. Holiday Inn, 1498 Venetian Blvd., registration at 11:30 a.m., lunch and speaker from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. $40 per person, $320 for table of 8.

Register by March 26 at www. famou5.ca. For more, email Vicky Ducharme at Famous5sarnialambton@gmail.com FRIDAY, MARCH 31 Scott Woods Concert Old Time Fiddle Show fea-

turing Scott Woods, and sister Kendra on twin fiddles, along with all-star band. Camlachie United Church, 6784 Camlachie Rd., 7 p.m. Tickets $25 adults, $10 children. Fully accessible building, light refreshments after concert. For tickets, call 519-899-4720 or 519-8694103 Cinderella Story The Cinderella Story of Sarnia-Lambton hosts the 8th annual Prom Dress Boutique over two days at 100 Christina St. Friday, 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Register online at www.cinderellasarnia.org. For more, call 519-864-1161 Meatloaf Dinner A meatloaf dinner offered at High Park United Church, 1081 Brenchley St., at 5 p.m.. Tickets $10 advance and $12 at the door. For more, call 519-3327808 or 519-336-5124 Watoto Children’s Choir Watoto Children’s Choir presents new worship album Signs & Wonders at Bethel Pentecostal Church, 1565 London Line, 7 p.m. The choir is comprised of orphans and other vulnerable children and shares a message of hope for Africa’s orphans and widows. For more, call 519542-7731 Theatre Sarnia Opening night of the Theatre Sarnia production of the Alfred Hitchcock whodunit classic The 39 Steps at the Imperial Theatre.

7:30 p.m., 168 Christina St. N. Also on April 1, 5, 6, 7 and 8 at 7:30 p.m., with an April 2 matinee at 2 p.m. For tickets call 519-344-7469 or visit www. imperialtheatre.net.

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What’s Happening Live Music Singer-songwriters Brooklyn Doran and Gillian Nicola perform with special guest saxophonist Al Weiss at Ups N’ Downs, 226 Front St. N., 9 p.m., no cover. For more, call 519336-0337 Jazz Performance The jazz trio The Overtones perform in the Turret Room at the Lawrence House Centre for the Arts, 127 Christina St. S., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets, $10, by calling 519-337-0507 Live Music Canadian guitarist and songwriter Tom Savage and his trio take the stage at Paddy Flaherty’s. No cover, 9:30 p.m., 130 Seaway Rd. For more, call 519-336-1999 SATURDAY, APRIL 1 Drama Presentation The one-woman show, Therese: The Story of a Soul, performed at Holy Trinity Catholic School, 60 Lorne Cres., 7:30 p.m.

All ages. Admission is a free-will offering. For more, call 519-336-2653

by calling church office or at the door. Refreshments and door prizes available. For more, call 519-344-4561

862-2184 or visit www.bluewaterrcflyers.com Live Music Five Alarm Funk take the stage at Paddy Flaherty’s with special guest the Tom Savage Trio. 130 Seaway Rd. Tickets $15, at the bar or ticketscene. ca.. For more, call 519-336-1999

Healthy Eating Rapids Family Health Team offering a four-week eating and lifestyle change group called Healthy Eating and You at 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949. Also available at 1150 Pontiac Dr., 1:30 p.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949.

Skating Show Point Edward Skating Club’s annual skating show “I Heard It On the Radio” at the Point Edward Arena, 210 Monk St., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Sunday, April 2 at 2 p.m. Tickets $12 adults, $8 children and can be purchased at door. For more, call 519-344-0908

Hiking The Lambton Outdoor Club hosts easy two-hour hike through the Parkhill Conservation Area, with opportunity for pancakes at the Fort Rose Maple Syrup Company in Parkhill. For more, visit www. lambtonoutdoorclub.org

SUNDAY, APRIL 2 Tai Chi Open House An open house and demonstration of the Taoist Tai Chi arts. Lochiel Kiwanis Centre gym, 180 College Ave. N., 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. For more, call 519-344-0346. Also available April 3 at Camlachie Community Centre, 6767 Camlachie Rd., 7 p.m. For more, call 519344-0346 Continued on page 24

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Continued from page 23 Quit Smoking Rapids Family Health Team offering a free quit smoking workshop and nicotine replacement therapy program. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-3398949 TUESDAY, APRIL 4 Sip, Savour and Stylize Shopping with local vendors, dancing entertainment, apps and wine. Strangway Centre, 260 Eats. St. N., 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

5 to 7pm. Tickets are $8 for Strangway Centre members, $10 for non-members. For adults 20+. For more, call 519 332 0656 Taste and Learn Learn about and taste healthier options during stressful times. Free class is offered by Twin Bridges NPLC. 109 Crawford St., 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030

Indigenous Court Justice Deborah Austin of the Ontario Court of Justice will discuss the Walpole Island First Nation Court and the Sarnia Indigenous Persons Court.

Q&A to follow. Free. First Christian Reformed Church, 1105 Exmouth St., 6:30 p.m.

Call 519-336-8808 to reserve spot.

Living With Diabetes Rapids Family Health Team offering a 2-hour group session with general overview on Living well with Diabetes. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-3398949.

Healthy Eating and You Rapids Family Health Team offering a 4-week healthy eating and lifestyle change group. 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Also available at 1150 Pontiac Dr., Sarnia at 1:30 p.m.

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Lenten Organ Series Central United Church’s six-week lenten organ series, a 30-minute, Thursday-at-noon performance, continues with Foster Hill of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian. 12 p.m. 220 George St. All welcome, donation appreciated. For more, call Nancy at 519-869-2017

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 5 Yoga Twin Bridges NPLC’s free yoga class is mixed-level and suitable for most, run by certified instructor. Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Bring your own mat. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-7769030 Meditation Twin Bridges NPLC’s free Meditation & Mindfulness programs gives basic understanding of meditation. Learn practical mindfulness techniques to improve wellness. 109 Crawford St., 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. Wednesdays until April 26. Register at www.tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030

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Four cards $20. Food available. Wheelchair accessible. For more, call 519-862-1240

Caring for Seniors The Sarnia-Lambton Home Response Collaborative and Sarnia-Lambton Elder Abuse host 4th annual conference “Aging Together: A Community Response.” St. Clair Corporate Centre, 265 Front St. N., 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Topics cover vulnerable seniors, dementia, First Link Support, and more.

Tickets $90, available at www. theinnsarnia.ca/tickets. For more, call 519-344-2057, ext.

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Saturdays and Sundays. Free admission. For more, call 519337-0507 Live Music Wild Cards will perform at Cheeky Monkey as part of First Monday festivities, 130 Christina St. N., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-332-0978

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Also on Saturday, April 8 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. For more, call 519-344-4561 Gentle Yoga Twin Bridges NPLC’s free yoga class incorporates basic yoga poses and meditation to reduce stress. Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St.,12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. Fridays until April 28. Bring your own mat. Register at www.tbnplc. com or call 226-776-9030 Chair Yoga Twin Bridges NPLC’s free class is a gentle yoga sequence using chair. Lighthouse Community Church, 152 Parker St., 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Fridays until April 28. Register at www. tbnplc.com or 226-776-9030 Art Show Gary Roach hosting an exhibition of art he’s produced over the past year. Show held at 100 Christina St. N., 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more, call 519-3310865 Stress Management Rapids Family Health Team offering a free stress management seminar. 1150 Pontiac Dr., 9:30 a.m. Also available at 233 Cameron St., Corunna, 9:30 a.m. Must pre-register by calling 519-339-8949 Art of Anarchy Rock band Art of Anarchy led by Scott Stapp of Creed takes the stage at the The Station Music Hall, 505 Campbell St., for a 7 p.m. concert. Tickets, $25, available at Cheeky Monkey, Picker’s Alley or by calling 519-383-0006 Rummage Sale Central United Church’s rummage/garage sale includes gently used fall and winter clothing, dishes, household items, furniture, knitting and craft supplies, tools, toys and more. 220 George St., 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. For more, call 519-3444561

Continued on page 25 Free Literacy Programs for Children and Adults Lochiel Kiwanis Community Centre 180 N. College Ave. 519-332-4876 www.readsarnia.com

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Continued from page 24 Live Music Pat Robitaille takes the stage at Paddy Flaherty’s. No cover, 9:30 p.m., 130 Seaway Rd. For more, call 519-336-1999

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Cut & Paint Renée Van Halm explains collage technique and how to use it as source material for paintings.

Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery, 147 Lochiel St., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost $90 for non-members.

Registration required, materials and lunch provided. Call 519-3368127, ext. 3226 or email ann.helps@ county-lambton.on.ca SATURDAY, APRIL 8 Mile In Her Shoes Fifth annual Walk a Mile in her Shoes fundraising walk in support of the Women’s Interval Home and Sexual Assault Survivors’ Centre.

At Lambton Mall, registration 11 a.m., walk 12 noon. For more, visit info@womensintervalhome.com or call 519-336-5200, ext. 229 Easter Concert Sursum Corda Christian male chorus present an Easter concert featuring organist André Knevel with Liselotte Rokyta playing pan flute. First Christian Reformed Church, 1105 Exmouth St., 7:30 p.m.. Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for youth, free for children under 10. Tickets available at the Dutch Market and may be purchased at the door. For more, call 519-336-7727 Income Tax Clinic Free Community Volunteer Income Tax Clinic for persons with low income is being held at the Sarnia Library, 124 Christina St. S., 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more,

What’s Happening visit www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/ndvdls/ vlntr/clncs/menu-eng.html Young Entrepreneurs Entrepreneurs can pitch their businesses to local investors and community stakeholders at a Lambton Mall kiosk. Judges, with help from the public, will select one winner, awarding six-months free rent at a mall kiosk. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Hosted by The Cube at Lambton College. For more, visit visit bit. ly/2mxsFPZ Live Music The soul and funk-rock band Yasgurs Farm with guest Al Weiss performs at Huron Oaks Golf Course, 2587 Lakeshore Rd., starting at 8 p.m. Free shuttle ride home. Tickets, $20, available at saxman@cogeco.ca or by calling 519-383-1182 Hiking Lambton Outdoor Club hosts an early morning, moderately paced two-hour hike through Joany’s Woods in Middlesex County. For more, visit www.lambtonoutdoorclub.org Dance At Camlachie Community Centre, 6767 Camlachie Rd., 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Cost $30 per couple for non-members EPP of the Sarnia Ballroom Danc-

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Lives Lived Death Notices Celebration of Life Recent Passings up to March 25, 2017

This information is provided as a community service.

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

• Barcroft, Arthur “Lynn”

Age: 76 / Date of Passing: Mar-14-17 Smith Funeral Home

• Bernard, Eliza Sadie May

Age: 81 / Date of Passing: Mar-23-17 McCormack Funeral Home

• Brown, Gerald

Age: 82 / Date of Passing: Mar-24-17 Smith Funeral Home

• Cameron, Dale Ford

Age: 63 / Date of Passing: Mar-20-17 Smith Funeral Home

• Dobson, Christina Jean

Age: 65 / Date of Passing: Mar-22-17 Smith Funeral Home

• Dowswell, Earl Marland

Age: 86 / Date of Passing: Mar-24-17 Smith Funeral Home

• Grant, Astrid

Age: 87 / Date of Passing: Mar-20-17 McCormack Funeral Home

• Lockhart, Ruth Louise Date of Passing: Mar-21-17 Smith Funeral Home

• Hilpert, Natalie

Age: 75 / Date of Passing: Mar-22-17 Smith Funeral Home

• Langston, Joyce

Age: 91 / Date of Passing: Mar-23-17 Smith Funeral Home

• Latour, Donald Earl

Age: 61 / Date of Passing: Mar-21-17 Smith Funeral Home

• Lumby, Eugenia Suzanne

Age: 86 / Date of Passing: Mar-25-17 Smith Funeral Home

• MacDonald, Allan Joseph

Age: 63 / Date of Passing: Mar-24-17 Smith Funeral Home

• Mandryk, Roman Stephen

Age: 61 / Date of Passing: Mar-23-17 McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home

• Manore, Marilyn Olive

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Community Citizenship Award

Norine Turnbull “Mom Did It Her Way”

Norine Turnbull’s daughters are very sad to announce that as strong willed as she was, Mom gave up the fight and decided to meet up with Dad (Scotty Turnbull, April 15, 2000) on Saturday, February 11, 2017 Marianne and Paul, Karen and Paul, Lori and Mike would like to thank the Doctors and Nurses on the 4th floor as well as the Palliative Care Wing at Bluewater Health, Sarnia.

Norine enjoyed a very rewarding life, full of travels and adventures.

As well as her daughters she is survived by Grandchildren; Howie and Leanne, Don and Dawn, Scotty and Carolyn, Craig, Courtney and Austin and Caitlin, Great-Grandchildren; Nate, Tomara, Dakota, Jacob and Miles Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, April 9, 2017 from 2-4pm at the Sarnia Yacht Club, Sarnia.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Norine’s memory to the Point Edward Ex-Serviceman’s Club Building Fund, cheques only.

Obituary MOORE, Phyllis (Kaye) - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our precious Phyllis on Sunday, March 19, 2017 at 12:50 a.m. She succumbed from complications after a fall at her home in Corunna.

She died peacefully at Bluewater Health. Phyllis was in her 110th year and enjoying good health. Phyllis was born in Bracebridge, Ontario to John Byron Kaye and Charlotte Eliza (Leith) Kaye on Nov. 6, 1907. She was the last remaining member of a family of ten children. Phyllis was a member of the United Church in Bracebridge and Sarnia and attended Central United in Sarnia for many years. Dearly treasured and lovingly remembered by four nieces and one nephew. Phyllis was an aunt, a great aunt, a great-great aunt and a great-great-great aunt.

Phyllis will be sadly missed by her loving family, her good friend Roy, and her many wonderful friends and cherished neighbours. A private family Graveside Funeral Service will be held at Bracebridge United Church Cemetery, Bracebridge, Ontario. Memories and condolences may be sent online at www.steadmanbrothers.ca. Steadman Brothers 519-864-1193.

Date of Passing: Mar-25-17 McCormack Funeral Home

SARNIA FIRE RESCUE SERVICES OFFICER Roel Bus was this year’s recipient of the IODE annual Citizenship Award. Accepting the award on his behalf here is deputy fire chief Bryan VanGaven, along with Sarnia-Lambton IODE municipal president Helen Danby and citizenship officer Leila Boushy.

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Age: 89 / Date of Passing: Mar-22-17 McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home

• Perry, John Alfred

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Age: 86 / Date of Passing: Mar-20-17 D.J. Robb Funeral Home

• Sadleir, Thelma Rose Mary

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Date of Passing: Mar-23-17 McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home

• Serratore, Antonio

Age: 89 / Date of Passing: Mar-21-17 McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home

• Shaw, David Wayne

Age: 60 / Date of Passing: Mar-23-17 Smith Funeral Home

• Sim, Helen

Date of Passing: Mar-22-17 McCormack Funeral Home

• Stevens, Robert George

Age: 75 / Date of Passing: Mar-22-17 Smith Funeral Home

• Tucker, Stan

Age: 96 / Date of Passing: Mar-23-17 Smith Funeral Home

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Date of Passing: Mar-23-17 McCormack Funeral Home

• Wilcox, Porter Garfield Date of Passing: Mar-18-17 Smith Funeral Home

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Garden Experience Local Garden Centre Designated a Canada 150 Garden Experience Sipkens Nurseries is the proud recipient of a Canada 150 Garden Experience designation, awarded by the Canadian Garden Council in collaboration with the Canadian Nursery Landscape Association.

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In celebration of Canada’s sesquicentennial, 150 gardens and garden experiences across the country were jury-selected to receive the Canada 150 Garden Experience designation –highlighting Sipkens Nurseries as one of 150 garden ways to celebrate Canada’s birthday year.

Brian Sipkens of Sipkens Nurseries says “We are humbled and honoured to receive this award. As a local family owned garden centre we strive to be a leader in the industry. We love to create a stimulating garden experience for our guests with a warm and inspiring shopping environment.” “We love to experiment with new varieties and products and grow over 90% of our own plant material here in SarniaLambton. We believe that gardens enhance our community and individual well-being, creating a sense of community spirit.”

As the 2017 garden-visiting season commences, we at Sipkens Nurseries cannot think of a better honour with which to celebrate the birthday of Our Home and Native Land than being named a Canada 150 Garden Experience. We are thankful for this great country we live in and are proud to be Canadian.

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Sports

Peewee Champions AFTER POSTING A 21-0-3 regular season the Point Edward Blackhawks peewee team clinched the LMLL “A” division title this month with a 6-0 shutout over the Port Stanley Sailors. From left are, front row: Thomas Guthrie, Brendan Barill, Dylan O’Rae, Alex Cannon and Logan Hachey; middle row: Owen Kehoe, Nolan Waun, Aiden Groves, Nolan Mumford, Michael Acker, Ryley Compagnion and Ben Crombeen; back row: Assistant Coach Mike Waun, Head Coach Stephanie Purdy), Wesley Jagoo, Nicholas Hocking, Nolan Croft, Owen Kennedy, Owen Ikert, Manager Chad Ikert and Assistant Coach Scott Compagnion). Missing is Trainer Bob Acker.

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Sports

Sarnia’s Ron Fogarty nominated for NCAA honours

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Colgate University last month, the first ECAC Hockey series win for Princeton since the 2009 playoffs.

“We still have a young team so there’s still some ebbs and flows in the season. For next year we’re looking for more consistency,” he said.

The coach of the year honour eventually went to Union University’s Rick Bennett, after he led his Tennessee school to its fourth Cleary Cup. Prior to his appointment at Princeton in 2014, Fogarty coached the Adrian College Bulldogs out of Adrian, Michigan.

In the seven years he lead them, he posted a 16723-10 record, effectively turning their hockey program into a powerhouse.

Under his guidance the Bulldogs won six regular-season titles and five Harris Cups - the NCAA Division III playoff championship honour.

Fogarty maintains a

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arnia native Ron Fogarty was nominated for coach of the year in the ECAC Hockey League in the NCAA. The third-year bench boss of the Princeton Tigers led his team to a 15-14-3 overall record and home ice advantage for the playoffs for the first time since 2012-13.

The former Bluewater Sharks coach said after a slow start his Tigers started to show their stripes around Thanksgiving.

“It was more of a recognition for what our team did throughout the season. We started off at 0-6-1 and then we were at .500 at the time of the nomination,” he said.

“We finished in seventh spot in a 12-team league when we were predicted to finish dead last.”

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strong connection with hometown, and his parents still reside here.

The St. Patrick’s High School grad got his first taste of coaching in the early ‘90s as a freshman at Colgate. He returned home two consecutive summers to lead the Bluewater Sharks Bantam AAA, amassing an impressive record of 57-19-3.

He also keeps an eye on the Legionnaires. Son Jordan Fogarty played two seasons for the Junior B team before joining his dad at Princeton as a player.

And his two nephews, J. J. Fogarty and Carter Fogarty, play with the Sarnia Jr. Sting.

“We most definitely follow what’s happening in Sarnia,” he said.

Fogarty has seen a lot of hockey towns and believes what the city can offer developing young talent is unique.

“I think the biggest thing in minor hockey, in high school and then in junior hockey in Sarnia, is just the overwhelming support and passion that people and fans have,” he said.

“They love the game and there’s a lot of great products that have gone to the National Hockey League. It’s a great hockey town that’s very supportive of each other, and wants to see the best and see people succeed.”

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