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City man, 71, tackles one province a year to complete crossCanada cycling trek TARA JEFFREY THE JOURNAL

ave McIntosh believes age is just a number. “My age says I should be retired but I still work as much as a 30-year-old,” said the 71-year-old Sarnia man, who owns his own renovation and carpentry business. “And I’ve always liked to stay fit.” Bad knees forced McIntosh to quit jogging years ago, so he took a couple of spin classes and fell in love with cycling at the age of 60. “I was hooked,” he said, adding that’s when he decided to bike across Canada. “I came up with the idea of using my summer vacation to do it. So that’s what I’ve been doing for the last 10 years. “I like to set big goals.” Even a prostate cancer diagnosis didn’t stop him. McIntosh says he underwent treatment shortly before starting his cross-country trek, and has remained in good health ever since. In 2011, he set out to tackle one province each year, beginning in British Columbia — which took about 11 days. In the fifth year, when it was time to take on Ontario, he and wife Trudy bought a camper van so she could follow along.

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SIERRA HATHAWAY, 10, had a busy summer offering freshly squeezed juice and cookies to passersby on Wellington Street, and using the proceeds to support six different local charitable causes. For more on her accomplishment, please see page 4. Journal Photo

Barenaked Ladies to headline ‘OktBorderfest’

CATHY DOBSON THE JOURNAL

n outdoor music festival headlined by The Barenaked Ladies is planned for Oct. 1 and 2, the first local concert weekend since the pandemic started. Organizers of Bluewater Borderfest are presenting “OktBorderFest” in partnership with Starlight Casino in Point

Edward. The festival will be held in the casino’s parking lot and is expected to attract 2,000 to 3,000 people per night. SATURDAY, OCT. 2 will bring The Barenaked Ladies, with Kim Mitchell to the stage starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at bluewaterborderfest.ca. Cost is $85 (VIP) and $65 (General Admission). Mitchell, a Sarnia native, was recently inducted into the

Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame. FRIDAY, OCT. 1 will feature The Glorious Sons, with Born Ruffians. Tickets go on sale to the public Aug. 28. Prices had yet to been announced. OktBorderFest still needs a liquor licence but received approval for a special occasion permit from Point Edward council this week with a 4-1 vote.

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Continued from 1 “Ontario is huge. I rode from the Manitoba border down to the U.S. border, to Sarnia and then up to the Quebec border,” he recalled. “It took 20 days, riding 140 kilometres a day.” Two years ago, he conquered Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island in a single summer, but was forced by the pandemic to stay home in 2020. That left Newfoundland — the home stretch — this summer. “It was a tough ride this year because I’m not getting any younger,” said McIntosh. “And four weeks before I started the ride, I had an accident, went over the handlebars, cracked some ribs and really messed up my shoulder — so I was riding with a considerable amount of pain. “It was 950 kilometres and I did it in eight-and-a-half days,” said McIntosh, who returned home Aug. 2. “I averaged about 120 kilometres a day, which is pretty good for the mountains and hills that were there.” “It took me 10 years to get from coast to coast. I can’t believe I did it.” McIntosh says he was inspired by his faith and commitment to his local church

DAVE MCINTOSH HOLDS his bike aloft in celebration after the 71-year-old Sarnia man arrived in Cape Spear, Newfoundland, the easternmost point in North America, on Aug. 1. Submitted Photo

— Lighthouse Community Church in Sarnia. Along the way he stopped to visit every church from his denomination, the Evangelical Covenant Church of Canada.

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Continued from 1 “I worry that the whole area will be bumper to bumper…my concern is congestion and how we’ll control it,” said Grimes. McNair assured council that signage would be erected to stop illegal parking. Parking issues around OktBorderFest would be the same as those related to the Bridge Bash or Mackinac, said McNair. At Coun. Paul Burgess’ suggestion, McNair added that concertgoers will be encouraged to ride bicycles rather than drive cars. Coun. Larry Gordon supported the event but said he’s worried about the

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timing and whether the community will be struggling with COVID-19. “COVID isn’t new… and people understand the risks,” McNair replied. He said the event will have strict masking policies and patrons will be required to socially distance. Security will be hired to enforced COVID rules. “Everyone is getting a little tired of restrictions, so we just ask that people do their due diligence and cooperate and we can make something good out of a bad situation,” he said. OktBorderFest is scheduled to end at 11:15 p.m. both nights.

“One of the purposes of my ride was to raise funds to help new churches get started in Canada,” he said. “So over the last 10 years I have raised around $30,00 for

church-planting and we have helped at least ten new churches get started. And he’s not stopping now. “I have a new goal — I want to cycle 100,000 kilometres

before I turn 80,” he said with a laugh. “I’m not quite at the 80,000 mark now, so I’ve got around 23,000 kilometres to do in the next eight years.”

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For this city girl, giving is easy peasy, lemon squeezy

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ierra Hathaway may be a little bit shy but when it comes to supporting her community she’s not the least bit timid. The 10-year-old Sarnia girl spent her summer selling freshly squeezed lemonade and giving the proceeds to local charities that mean something to her. “I’ve really watched her gain confidence as she’s done this,” says her grandmother Leigh Hathaway. “Some days it’s pretty slow out there and it’s been hot, but people have really responded and Sierra says she doesn’t want to stop.” Starting in early July, Sierra set up a lemonade stand two to three afternoons a week outside her home at 726 Wellington St. The first week she raised $400 for the Sarnia & District Humane Society. “I have always wanted to do (this),” said Sierra, who was

too shy for an interview but wrote her comments down in an email. “My grandma showed me a picture of another girl doing (a lemonade stand) for the Humane Society, so I decided to do it too.” Sierra accepts donations of any amount for a glass of cold lemonade and a cookie. Some customers have given $20 bills and told her she’s doing a good thing. “She’s had police officers and city crews come to her stand,” said her grandmother. “My brother even drove from London to support the cause.” One customer gave a $50 bill and others have made e-transfers to her parents, Jason Hathaway and Pam Cameron. So far, Sierra has collected more than $1,200 to support the backpack program at the Inn of the Good Shepherd, the children’s ward at Bluewater Health, St. Joseph’s Hospice, High Park School’s breakfast program, and the Sarnia Quilters Guild.

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Her grandma is a member of the Quilters Guild, and Sierra’s donations buy fabric to make pillowcases for children’s day surgery at the hospital and blankets for premature babies. Sierra loves to shop, so she chooses projects she can help shop for, said mom Pam Cameron. Though people give generously at the lemonade stand, some have refused to accept the lemonade, which astonishes Sierra. Nevertheless, she’s already gone through four cases and hundreds of lemons. Sierra has also received support from businesses after they find out why she’s making purchases. Some, like Manley’s Basics, have written glowing Facebook posts. Others, like Boyd’s Paper Products and the Toy Corner, gave discounts or donated product. The owners at Bluewater First Aid Training wrote a congratulatory letter and matched Sierra’s order when they found out the masks and gloves she bought there were for Humane Society volunteers. “I was very surprised when different companies gave things to me and gave me my money back,” said Sierra. “They were very generous. One place wrote me a nice letter and said nice things. I feel happy when I help people.” Sierra’s mom says her daughter intends to continue the lemonade stand on weekends now that she’s returned to class at High Park

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ix owners with strong ties to Mitton Village say their new bar is already contributing to the neighbourhood’s revival. Maud’s Variety at 125 Mitton St. South opened June 12 and quickly became a popular weekend hangout for beer lovers, music fans and Sarnians excited to renew a social life. “Wednesday and Thursdays are steady and we’re packed on the weekends,” says co-owner Josh Walters. He and his business partners were “run off their feet” during the recent Mitton Village Block Party, and that felt good, he said. “It’s the dream. Our weekends with live music

have just been phenomenal.” Walters and wife Michelle have lived the past five years in Mitton Village – the name given to the central Sarnia neighbourhood with an historically strong commercial core and adjacent to the Sarnia Farmers Market and former SCITS high school. The area fell on hard times after losing many of its anchor stores but new investment is slowly turning things around. The owners of Maud’s Variety met while working at a local craft brewery and liked the idea of owning their own bar featuring a wide variety of canned craft beer and an inviting menu of munchies. When Captain John’s Fish & Chips closed at 125 Mitton the friends saw an opportunity to open in a neighbourhood they love.

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The partners include Josh and Michelle Walters, Natasha Singh, Mike Kent, Cameron Starr and Tyler Rawcliffe. Rawcliffe, 33, grew up on Mitton Street and said he believes it will thrive again as it did when he was a kid. Maud’s Variety is staffed by the owners, and Rawcliffe’s 15 years of cooking experience is an asset in the kitchen. The menu offers “fun, fresh, easy snacks” so that whoever is bartending can quickly serve the munchies too. Popular items include Triple Pickle Dip with potato chips ($9); Roasted Tomato Salsa with tortilla chips ($7); potato salad ($9); Poutine ($11) and soft pretzels

($7). Everything is made in-house. As for the beer, that’s where the “variety” in Maud’s Variety comes in. Each week, 50 to 70 different kinds of Ontario craft beer arrive. “We think we have the biggest variety of drinks, that you cannot find elsewhere in Sarnia,” said Walters. “We maximize our selection by having multi-cans rather than kegs.” The beers are itemized under categories such as funky, sour, wheat, IPA, DIPA, pale ale, domestic, and crispy. Prices range from $5.50 to $14 per can, with most at $7 or $8. So who is Maud? That’s a question asked by many, said Walters. Maud isn’t a real person.

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The name was chosen for its old-fashioned appeal, he said. “An old-school name like Maud gives our place a personal feel. All the classic bars have personality.” And by choosing Maud’s Variety, the bar’s initials echo those of Mitton Village. “We put a lot of work into the décor to give it a timeless, nostalgic vibe,” said Walters. “Maud just fits the bill.” Maud’s Variety has patio seating for about 50 people. Seventy-five can sit inside, but COVID-19 has restricted indoor seating to 30 right now. Check out the bar’s Facebook page or see the menu and hours of operation at www.mauds-variety.square.site/s/order. Takeout orders are welcome and beer is available to go as long as food is also purchased. Got a great idea for a business feature? Send it to cathy.dobson@thesarniajournal.ca.

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AN OSPREY LIFTS off in frustration after an unsuccessful dive attempt at dinner in Lake Chipican this summer. The fish-eating raptor, like the bald eagle, was once endangered but has made a strong comeback in many parts of North America. The “snow” seen here is actually fluff from seeding cottonwood trees. RONNY D’HAENE Special to The Journal

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20 years later, 9/11 still haunting for many Sarnians

t was 20 years ago, but the memory of that sunny Tuesday will linger always. First responders suffered greatly on Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, but the loss of 343 New York firefighters was particularly traumatic. The magazine Firefighting in Canada described the reaction: “Flags at fire stations and firefighters’ homes flew at halfstaff. Black ribbons were worn over the hearts of firefighters. Letters of support and sympathy were sent to New York, offering to help with the rescue operation. Trucks were adorned with American and Canadian flags, black ribbons, and red, white and blue ribbons. Firefighters across Canada offered to send equipment and personnel, waiting for the word from the FDNY on its needs.” In Sarnia on the day of the attacks, the Blue Water Bridge was closed, stranding motorists for hours on the bridge and backing up traffic for 30 kilometres on Highway 402. Firefighters at the East Street firehall watched aghast as the towers collapsed. Plants in Chemical Valley were placed on high security alert. At the Sarnia Observer, for only the second time in the newspaper’s 148-year history,

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the presses were stopped and the first three pages rewritten. The previous occasion was the assassination of John F. Kennedy in Dallas in November of 1963. Sarnians reacted with compassion to their U.S. neighbours and those impacted. When staff at the blood donor clinic opened their doors the following morning, they were greeted by a lineup approaching 50 people waiting to donate blood. Residents descended on the line of trucks along Highway 402, giving out sandwiches, coffee, fruit, water and snacks to weary truckers. Students at St. Theresa’s School worked with Walmart and the YMCA to collect donations of teddy bears to send to the children of slain first responders, “so they’ll still have something to hug at night.” A red leather sympathy book in the lobby at City Hall filled with expressions of love, compassion, sorrow and prayers. Sorrow and compassion were strongly felt by firefighters.

THE NORTH TOWER of the World Trade Center on fire after the September 11 attacks in New York. By this point the south tower had already collapsed. Submitted Photo

Sarnia Fire Rescue Service Fire Chief Bryan Van Gaver recalls watching news videos from Ground Zero and hearing the constant, endless chirps of PASS alarms (personal alert safety systems).

Van Gaver knew that each sound represented a fallen firefighter. Five Sarnia firefighters – Kevin McHarg, Glen Harding, Terry Norris, Brian Secord and Fred Armstrong – drove to New York to represent Sarnia

at the funerals of firefighters who fell on that awful day we remember this week.

Governments are now blaming foreign buyers, greedy developers/builders, and unscrupulous realtors for the current state of affairs. They are trying to manipulate all the wrong things to correct the problems because they don’t fundamentally understand the problems they have created. Obviously, some regulations are good and necessary: better rent controls that protect both tenants and landlords in a free open market; less constrictive zoning to allow more housing in more areas with infilling and multiple uses; sensible environmental controls that are actually doable and effective; and less studying, consulting and digging for problems that put up roadblocks to any new

housing. Looking at the housing situation in Japan (where land is scarce) while the Tokyo Olympics were on showed us they have one of the best, abundant and affordable housing models anywhere. We would be wise to study what they’re doing right and copy some of the ideas. All of the national parties have some good, as well as some very bad ideas. Choosing the right ideas is fairly simple if you look realistically at the cause of our current housing situation. Please, go out and Vote!

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he federal election is on Sept. 20 and all of the parties have housing “how-to-fix-its” in their platforms. You know we have a problem when governments have ideas on how to correct things, especially when they caused them to begin with. All levels of government are the causation of the shortage and rise in housing prices in Canada. In 1967 Canada’s population hit 20 million. New housing in the ‘60s and ‘70s averaged 125,000 to 200,000 units annually. Fast-forward to today and Canada’s population is 38 mil-

lion people (2020 Census) yet our annual housing starts have stayed virtually the same, at 125,000 to 200,000 Mario Fazio annually. (There might be a slight uptick in units built so far in 2021). We can look at all the current factors in today’s housing shortages and price increases, and they all points back to government interference and overregulation in all the wrong places. Back in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s government legislated rent

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Point Edward needs to act on speeders Sir: As a driver, what do you think of when you see a “Slow Down” sign in someone’s yard? Until I moved to Point Edward and experienced living in a community with a (deadly) speeding issue, I just saw them for what they are — signs. Nothing more. Now, all I can think of is the fear and anxiety that went into deciding to display one. I see grief, terror, and above all, hopelessness. This community has begged its council members to consider the dangers experienced daily, only to be turned away and told there isn’t a problem. But how can they say that when so many households have a “Slow Down” sign in their yard? We’re terrified of waiting for something horrible to happen before action is taken. From media reports and personal experience, I have documented eight collisions and near misses, and one fatality in recent years. Point Edward’s response? It has ordered residents to remove all signs from boulevards by Sept. 10 or they will be removed. The village’s focus should be on prevention, not reaction. I hope people can finally see these signs for what they are, a desperate plea to prevent accidents and deaths from occurring. Drivers, please, slow down. Remember that a human body cannot compete against a speeding vehicle. And next time you see one of those signs - think of the fear that went into placing it there. The Facebook group “Stop Speeding in Point Edward” is holding an event/rally on Saturday, Sept. 18 at the Point Edward Ex Serviceman’s Club, 503 Michigan Ave., from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. All are welcome attend and show support. — Kelsey Edwards Point Edward

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Actually, let’s not put an asphalt trail through Tarzanland

Sir: Regarding the Aug. 12 letter from Terry Furlotte, “Let’s complete the job and extend park trail,” which requests a lighted pathway through the area known as Tarzanland. There already exists a paved (and previously lighted) path that connects the trail from Michigan Avenue to the parking lot just inside the gates of Cana-

tara Park. This pathway used to be lighted, so the electrical infra-

structure may still be in place. Installing lights similar to the existing lights along Michigan Avenue would complete this lighted pathway. The Sarnia Parks Department does a wonderful job of maintaining our parks as well as the paths through Tarzanland. They regularly improve them with wood chips that don’t impede its

natural beauty and wilderness setting. It may be more prudent to revisit the lighting on the existing walkway, rather than add more asphalt and cement to our wilderness jewel known as Tarzanland. — Leo DesJardine Sarnia

Electric vehicles are clean but do have their shortcomings

Sir: Spontaneous mobility will soon come to an end due to the eventual forced introduction of electric vehicles. EV’s are clean, and the cost annually for basic charging is a fraction of what it costs for the average gasoline-powered car. But electric vehicles are more expensive to purchase, and one model equipped with a 40 KWh lithium-ion battery when plugged into a standard house-

hold outlet can only charge at a rate of 5 km per hour, with a full charge giving a range of just 240 kilometres. When the weather is hot in summer and cold in winter the range is reduced. An owner can improve charging time with a Level 2 Charger at an average cost of $500. An optional Level 3 charger will deliver an 80% charge in an hour, but costs $2,500 (US).

Most public chargers are Level 2 and offer 30 km per hour of charge. Public Level 3s can be hard to find. Today, driving from Sarnia to Toronto (290 km) in a standard gasoline-powered car will take about three hours, regardless of whether it’s hot or cold. An EV with a max range of 240 km will be 50 km short each way. And a public charger, if you can find one not being used, will

give you 30 km of driving per hour of charge. Charge for two hours to be safe, and a six-hour round trip is now a 10-hour ordeal. I take comfort in being an old guy.

Sir: I would like to thank Mark Seibutis and the Canadian Owners and Pilots Association, the active pilots, and the many volunteers who organized and worked the open house and flyin lunch at Sarnia Chris Hadfield Airport on Aug. 14. I grew up around an airport

and learned to fly at 16, and this event was so well done. In total, 129 aircraft flew in to show support for the airport. At one point, eight aircraft were in the circuit waiting to land. A spirit of flying filled the air and the community support shown was awesome. You didn’t

have to be a pilot, and children were so excited to see everything. COVID-19 restrictions were in place and followed, and many enjoyed lunch listening to the buzz of engines and watching the sky. I was even able to able to chat

with Chris Hadfield himself. Thank you all for a wonderful aviation day.

Sir: Brian Clarke’s letter of Aug. 29, “Vaccine passports needed if we’re to return to normal living,” contains so much twisted thinking it’s hard to know where to start. His support for vaccine passports is only one step away from forced vaccinations (though he would, apparently, kindly spares people who have medical conditions). This virus is not going away, any more than the cold or common flu is going away. Even if everyone is vaccinated the virus

will still be alive and spread through the world as many more variants emerge. Mr. Clarke has a bigger problem coming, because in the months ahead the current vaccines will offer less protection. Cue more vaccines, and boosters for everyone, and lots more money for Big Pharma. People have to educate themselves, and let them decide for themselves if they want to be vaccinated. Why don’t we wait until this winter when the virus is in full

bloom - avoiding all the hate and ruined relationships based on fear - and see if the current vaccines fail before more money is lost and wasted on passports that further divide the country. Remember, with vaccine passports, if you give government

that kind of power, you can count on it coming back to haunt you.

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City offering financial help to flood-prone homeowners

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Sarnia resident who has endured repeat basement floods is commending new grants City Hall is offering impacted homeowners. Darcy Colborne and others in the Coronation Park area have invested heavily in their homes to try and stop basement floods they blame on the city’s antiquated sewer system. “It seems like they listened to the residents’ concerns,” said Colborne. “And in terms of bureaucracy, it’s a lightning-fast turnaround.” The new program reimburses homeowners 75% on the cost of approved backwater valves, to a maximum $1,000. It also covers 90% of eligible costs to disconnect foundation drains and install sump pumps, to a maximum $4,000. A massive engineering project to separate all of Sarnia’s

storm and sanitary sewers has not reached many older neighbourhoods. During heavy rains, combined sewers can overflow and back up, causing rainwater and sewage to surge up through floor drains and into home basements. Colborne had already filed one insurance claim in 2019 when a rainstorm the following August destroyed her newly installed backflow valve, and water once again filled the basement of her Minto Street home. Within hours, streets in the area were dotted with vans from restoration companies assessing damage done to furnishings and personal possessions. Colborne, a construction estimator by trade, said she understands Sarnia lacks the money to separate all its sewers immediately. “This seems like a good compromise,” she said. “We

WORKERS WITH VANBREE Construction rip up Devine Street as part of a sewer separation project seen in this 2017 file photo. Glenn Ogilvie file photo

can at least protect the houses until … we get around to redoing the (entire) sewer system.” Staff estimates the program will cost $200,000 the first year and $50,000 in subse-

under streets bounded by Exmouth, East and Campbell streets. The job could take another 20 years to complete, depending on funding.

quent years. Sarnia has separated about half its old combined sanitary and storm sewers. Twenty kilometres have been completed over the past 15 years, leaving about 19 kilometres left to do, mostly

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he elevation of St. Patrick’s High School principal Chris Kehoe to the job of education superintendent at the St. Clair District Catholic School Board has prompted an administrative shuffle. The new principal at St.

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Stephanie Orrange, formerly vice principal at both Gregory A. and Holy Trinity, in now Holy Rosary’s principal. And Ryan Hare, formerly a teacher, is the new vice principal at Gregory A. Hogan and Holy Trinity. The changes were made after former education superintendent Scott Johnson was hired to replace retiring education director Deb Crawford.

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Strangway Centre earmarked for gym expansion project

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unding for a new gymnasium at the Strangway Centre couldn’t have come at a better time for Sarnia’s aging but active adults, a spokesperson says. “When the Centre was built 33 years ago it was more of a card club (with) more sedentary activities. Well, that’s completely changed,” said recreation superintendent Shelley Kern. “We’re heavier into fitness, we’re heavier into sports, we’re heavier into special events.

“When this pandemic is over with there will be more of a demand for that type of thing.” The federal and provincial governments have approved more than $2.6 million to build a larger gym at the cityrun recreation centre on East Street. Sarnia must agree to contribute at least $952,000. A decision on funding will be considered with other capital project this fall, said Stacey Forfar, Sarnia’s manager of community services. The Strangway Centre is open to all adults 20 and older and memberships are available to those 55-plus. Currently,

only outdoor programs are operating. Prior to the pandemic, the facility hosted exercise classes as well as art, music and language courses, day trips, how-to classes and some recreational sports. It also operates a woodworking shop and café. The facility has a large multipurpose room but no space for court sports like basketball and badminton, Kern said. Ideally, the addition would be at least 30by-21 metres, or big enough for one adult basketball court, she said. Such a room could also be used for large

public events or markets. The goal is to provide more indoor options during winter months, Kern added. “Pickleball is a really good example. It’s one of the fastest growing sports in North America right now but we don’t have the adequate facilities for it.” More detailed design work is needed. If the project is approved a shovel likely wouldn’t

go in the ground until 2023, Forfar said. The Strangway gym was one of three projects in Sarnia and one of 35 across the province approved for senior government funding last month. More than $1.4 million is earmarked for a new Jackson Pool and $2 million for renovations to the Jerry McCaw Family Centre YMCA.

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Federal election primer: how, when and where to vote until 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 14.

he 44th Canadian federal election takes place Monday, Sept. 20th, but voters can cast their ballots earlier. For those who are eligible — Canadian citizens at least 18-years-old on Sept. 20 — several voting options exist. Elections Canada staff say COVID-19 protocols are in place at the Returning Office and will be followed diligently at every poll.

VOTING BEFORE ELECTION DAY

The most convenient way to vote right now is to do so at the local Returning Office, located at Unit 3 of 1430 Quinn Dr. That’s at the west end of the Walmart Plaza, immediately south of the Carter's Oshkosh Store. Residents can vote weekdays any time from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. On weekends, the office is open Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Voting early at the Returning Office is available

ADVANCE POLLS

Advance polls will be held at 12 sites throughout Lambton County, from Friday, Sept. 10 to Monday, Sept. 13. Each advance poll is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The location for each eligible voter is found on the Voter Information Card (VIC) being mailed to every registered voter.

VOTING BY MAIL

Voting by mail is available before 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 14. If interested in this option, visit the Elections Canada website at www. elections.ca. Click on the “Vote by Mail” icon and then the “Apply to Vote by Mail” icon. Because a deadline exists for this option, Elections Canada is stressing that interested voters apply as early as possible.

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1. Shorter delivery routes When you buy products from an international e-commerce company, your package may need to travel thousands of miles to reach you. This emits significantly more greenhouse gases than if you select items from stores that are closer to home. 2. Better use of resources Small, local businesses typically make it a high priority to use renew-

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3. Personalized services Even if you shop from their online store, you can still speak with the local merchants you buy from over the phone or via a live chat platform. This gives you access to personalized advice and

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Green Stefanie Bunko wants to help industry transition

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tefanie Bunko wants to change some misconceptions about the Green Party. “I find sometimes there’s a lack of knowledge — people think the Greens are just pushing the green energy… a bunch of crunchy granola hippie people,” she said with a laugh. “Yes, I’m one of those, but there’s a new age of us who are tech-advanced and understand the needs for transitioning communities.” The Bright’s Grove native and first-time federal election candidate for the Sarnia-Lambton Greens says she’s been a lifelong activist, but decided in recent years she wanted to do more. “Sometimes when you hear ‘politics,’ there’s a

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“So I was more into the activist side of things — promoting certain legislation, collecting signatures and canvassing. But as I’m getting older, I’m realizing that only gets me so far. “So I put my name in for the Greens and then all of the sudden I heard the writ was dropping soon.” The Lambton College graduate and project manager at Sarnia’s CMS Inc. says she works best under pressure. “I’m used it. Like anything in project management, you want to have everything categorized, controlled and risk-assessed. So that part of my personality is kicking in,” she said. “Yes I feel flustered and there’s a lot of things I have to do all at once, but this is my normal.” Bunko, a graduate of both the college’s computer programming and

alternative energy engineering technology programs, has also worked in wind and solar project development. “Bringing in green technology initiatives to the area is important,” she said. “The local economy and industry can benefit from them… by diversifying their portfolio more in order to capture or profit from their waste. “A lot of the fossil fuels that people are against can be turned into a commodity, and be zero emissions.” Bunko said she’s also

passionate about health care, mental health supports, housing and supporting small businesses. “The more localized your consumer items are the less CO2 or emissions are going to be put out by going to get it or transporting it here,” she said. “So I’m definitely here for the local small businesses and farmers.” Above all, she wants Sarnia-Lambton residents to be informed this election, and says she’s not one to shy away from the tough questions. “I’m a very passionate person; I welcome all to reach out to me,” she said. “I want everyone to analyze every party platform, ask the hard questions, and demand true answers. “That’s the only way you’re going to see true change and reform that will benefit everyone.”

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September 2021

PPC’s Brian Everaert buoyed by mounting ‘purple wave’

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rian Everaert can feel the momentum growing. “It’s overwhelming, to be quite honest,” said the second-time People’s Party of Canada federal election candidate for Sarnia-Lambton. “Just the amount of support, the amount of sign requests we’ve had from people — sometimes 20, 40, even 60 calls in a day.” By last week, the Wallaceburg native and his campaign team had already placed 400 yard signs across the riding, he said. “It’s ballooning… the PPC has finally been recognized by people as the best option.” Everaert, who earned nearly 1,600 votes in the 2019 federal election, said he’s poised for an upset

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this time around. “This is a totally different election than I’ve

ever experienced. When I ran for PPC in 2019 we

were only 18 months old; I think we were unfairly treated,” said Everaert. “I think, with the pandemic, people got a taste of what can happen when their freedom gets threatened, and I think they want to ensure that doesn’t go down the road any further. “I’m quite confident that the people of Sarnia-Lambton are going to elect me for their MP. They know I can speak up and speak freely in the House of Commons.” Everaert is a graduate of both Fanshawe and St. Clair colleges, as an Industrial millwright mechanic and Journeyman Ironworker respectively. He is a member of the Iron Workers Local 700, and currently working as a senior safety advisor at Nova’s new AST2 polyethylene facility in St. Clair Township. His lifelong interest in politics inspired a

2018 provincial run for the Trillium Party and a mayoral bid in St. Clair Township. “You can ask anybody that’s known me my whole life — politics has been the number one thing on my radar; it’s in my blood,” said Everaert, an avid outdoorsman who owns a hobby farm in Wilkesport. “I can’t explain it. I’ve always been drawn to politics and very interested in how the country runs, making sure that we keep our freedoms and democracy healthy and running.” Everaert said he’s spent

time with party leader Maxime Bernier at a number of Freedom Rallies across the province, and said the PPC’s platform reads like it was ‘written for our riding.’ “[Bernier] knows we have a unique riding, with our oil and gas industry. He knows what we’re up against with the climate alarmism and everything here. “We don’t want a carbon tax, we don’t want the Paris accord…we believe in protecting the environment but we don’t believe in the climate alarmism. “We are all about equality and being Canadian; we don’t believe in any special interest group — giving them extra or less,” he added. “I’m looking forward to this. I think I’ve got a good chance,” Everaert said. “We have a purple wave in the city and in the riding, and we’re only getting started.”

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Election Incumbent PC Marilyn Gladu has compiled impressive resume TARA JEFFREY THE JOURNAL

rowing up, Marilyn Gladu always knew she wanted to do big things. “I wanted to have a job where, you could always get a job and make a lot of money,” she said with a laugh, recalling a high school guidance councillor who told her, ‘You can’t be an engineer if you’re a woman.’ “I’m the kind of person who — when you say there’s something I cannot do — that’s exactly the thing I want to do,” she said. The St. Catherine’s native said it was an influential chemistry teacher — who took the class for a tour of Queen’s University’s engineering department — that helped set her on the right path. “That’s when I decided, ‘I can see myself doing this,’” she said.

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Her chemical engineering degree sent Gladu straight to Sarnia where, in 1984, few women were

climbing the ranks in the petrochemical industry. “I always tell people I built a women’s washroom

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every place I worked, for the first few years,” she said, noting a 21-year career at Dow Chemical, where she was part of a research team that developed artificial kidneys for dialysis. She took on Suncor’s director of engineering role before moving into consulting, and, in 2015, threw her hat in the political ring following then MP Pat Davidson’s retirement. In winning that election, Gladu broke Sarnia-Lambton’s 52-year bellwether riding streak, marking the first time the winning party’s candidate was not elected since 1963. She also became the first female engineer elected to the House of Commons, was twice voted the ‘most collegial Parliamentarian’ by her peers, and served in a number of roles including the Official Opposition Science Critic, Chair for

the Status of Women, and was most recently named Shadow Minister for FedDev Southern Ontario and Privy Council Critic. Her work to pass Bill C-277 — to develop a national framework for palliative care in Canada — earned her the 2019 Sharon Carstairs, P.C. Award of Excellence in Advocacy. “I’ve brought nearly $300 million to Sarnia-Lambton,” said Gladu. “And there’s great things that we’ve done in terms of broadband Internet, affordable housing, jobs, shoreline erosion… all kinds of good infrastructure projects and support

there.” But there’s more work ahead, said Gladu, noting residents are concerned about the “infringement of their freedoms by the current government,” in the wake of the pandemic. The mother of two, singer, longtime youth leader, black-belt taekwon doe athlete and triathlon runner recently added ‘author’ to her resume with her book ‘Tales of the Globe Trot,’ which recounts her solo world travels. She’s also preparing for her daughter’s September wedding — right in the middle of an election. And there’s no plan to slow down. “This is the best country in the world,” Gladu said. “Seeing the thousands of people I have been able to help and watching my ideas make it into government policy and law keeps me working to make a better Canada.”

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September 2021

NDP’s Adam Kilner passionate on promoting social justice TARA JEFFREY THE JOURNAL

dam Kilner says politics has always been in his blood. “I’m a ravenous devourer of the news. I’ve always been interested in what politicians are doing, and the policies they’re developing,” said the local United Church Minister and second-time federal NDP candidate for Sarnia-Lambton. “I’m a helper; when people ask for help, I try to do whatever is in my ability. “And as a racialized person myself, I see the first racialized leader of a major political party and I think, ‘This person represents me in so many ways,’” he said of party leader Jagmeet Singh. “And an all-around good guy to boot.” Kilner was born in

Adam Kilner

Windsor where he was fostered by the late Erma

Vinson and named after her late husband, Rev.

Adam Vinson (she dedicated her life to fostering more than 250 children in need of a home). At 20 months old he was adopted by Earle and Gail Kilner in Sarnia, the 12th of 13 children, 10 of whom were adopted. “My dad has dementia, so he’s probably a lot less aware now, but when I ran in 2019 he was just so proud,” said Kilner, who earned 22% of the vote and finished second to incumbent Marilyn Gladu. His family’s unwavering support is “the wind at my back,” Kilner said. After graduating from Northern Collegiate, he earned a Master of Divinity degree at the University of Toronto’s Victoria University before returning to Sarnia. Today, he serves as congregational minister at Dunlop United Church and is involved in numerous community agencies and causes.

A noted history buff, Kilner also wrote the biography of Rev. Wilbur Howard, the first black person to be ordained a minister in the United Church of Canada. “Our history is rooted in unions and farmers and social democrats,” said Kilner. “And being there when they need to picket, being there when they need legislation in their favour…and really just supporting workers in general.” Kilner says he’s committed to fostering an inclusive community for

2LGBTQ+ persons, and is passionate about “righting the relations with indigenous communities and people.” He’s also deeply invested in protecting the environment. “Sometimes, when I’m out kayaking on the lake or the river, I sit there and wonder if anyone else knows how beautiful this place we call home is,” he said. “Sarnia-Lambton is such an incredible place to live.” Kilner is an avid hockey and Toronto Raptors fan, squash coach, Big Brother and Kiwanis Club member, and an advisor to the Builders Club for local elementary students. Residents are ready for change, Kilner said. “And I’m excited to bring that change. We do know that it’s still a David versus Goliath story. But we’re raring to go.”

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Election

CH’s Tom Laird says pro-life party focused on the family

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om Laird says his love of country inspired him to get into politics. “My dad was in the Second World war, so for me, being patriotic was important to me because obviously it was important for my dad,” said the second-time federal Christian Heritage Party candidate for Sarnia-Lambton and longtime associate. “My wife and I have been members of the Christian Heritage Party for about 30 years, and it’s just been in about the last five that I thought, ‘You know what? I really need to get a better understanding of what’s going on.’ “Everybody says, ‘Well you might not win,’” he added. “But if we make a

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difference in our community and everywhere that we go, we can be an

example of what’s right and try and point people in the right direction, or

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even give them something serious to think about.” Born and raised in Sarnia, the personal support worker and father of four says he’s active with his church’s ‘music-worship team,’ enjoys his motorcycle, and is kept busy with 10 grandchildren. Laird said his party’s strong stance against abortion is a top priority. “Obviously, we’re the only pro-life party that’s running in this election, so obviously that’s always going to be one of the number one issues for us,” he said, noting the CHP believes life begins at conception and that abortion should be defunded. “The country’s debt is right up there, and our freedoms are being taken away from us,” he said in listing other concerns. “Our judicial system, our defence system, our

military. At the end of the Second World War we were number two in the world. Now we’ve got jets that are 50 years old and we need to be updating and being state of the art.” Laird noted his opposition to Bills C-6 (an act to amend the Criminal Code regarding conversion therapy), C-10 (an act to amend the Broadcasting Act) and C-36 (an act to better define online hate speech in law). Children must be protected from the LGBTQ “gender agenda” according to the CHP, which

has pledged to defund the Canadian Broadcast Corporation (CBC), rescind government support for same-sex marriage, ‘reduce divorce’ and protect ‘freedom of speech.’ “What we try and do is encourage and help families to be stable. One of the big reasons I got involved was because we are a party of honesty and integrity,” said Laird, who earned just over 500 votes in 2019. “Our motto is ‘life, family and freedom. That encompasses everything in our lives.” “Life is from conception until natural death, family is important for all, and freedom — well that goes without saying,” he said. “We try and follow and uphold the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and right now, some of that’s not being done.”

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September 2021

Liberal Lois Nantais aims to bring ethics back to politics

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ois Nantais says she inherited her Liberal roots from her grandmother. “Growing up sitting around the table, my whole family was conservative, except my grandmother. She was very quiet and introverted, but also a complete rock. She never changed or deviated from her liberal roots; she just represented,” said the longtime Lambton College professor and first-time federal Liberal candidate for Sarnia-Lambton. “People who know me know that I’m quiet, but I’m assertive. I’m the kind of person that sits in the back and listens to everything before I jump in. “And so the inclusion and respect for diversity, empowerment of individuals traditionally from

Lois Nantais

minority groups — I really like that stuff — it’s part of who I am.”

Nantais says being adopted through the Children’s Aid Society at

six-weeks old and raised on the family farm near Wyoming gave her a “profound sense of gratitude.” “I know life could have turned out a whole lot different for me,” she said. “I was raised with the notion that I was loved and accepted, and so I naturally moved into the helping profession.” After starting out in the social service worker program at Lambton, Nantais earned a BA in Psychology and Masters in Ethics before returning to the college where she’s spent more than 20 years teaching ethics and critical theory, and established the student-led Centre for Academic Integrity. “People laugh when they find out that I have an ethics background and I want to be a politician,” she said. “For me, this is the time in my life to become a public servant. I know that there’s

so much mistrust and misunderstanding about the government and how things actually work, so the teacher in me wants people to understand better, what’s happening and why. “And of course leadership needs ethics — it absolutely does,” she added. “I don’t think anybody should talk about things they don’t know about. I think integrity matters in politics.” As a teen, Nantais was a gifted athlete, but was struck by a car in the LCCVI parking lot on the last day of Grade 10, and sidelined with months of

surgeries. “I just became more introspective, more thoughtful and more academic focused,” said Nantais. “That’s what shaped me into the academic context.” She began reading and writing poetry, which she calls “a gift to myself.” “Every single morning I read Mary Oliver’s ‘Devotion.’ That gives you a really good idea as to what kind of person I am,” said Nantais, who for years has been involved in local writers groups and the Lawrence House Centre for the Arts. “When I first took the [candidacy], there were people who questioned whether or not I would be tough enough for the job, and you know what? I don’t think anybody would ask that of a man,” Nantais said. “And if they can’t see the toughness in me, they’re not looking close enough.”

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Lives Lived

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Surrounded by family, Glenn passed away at C.E.E. hospital, Petrolia on Monday, August 23, 2021 at the age of 82. Beloved husband of Edith (Ellenor) for 59 years. He is predeceased by his parents William and Stella (Johnston) and his sisters Kathleen Burnard (Reginald) and Marion Hyatt (Ross). Loving father of Catherine Rogers (Pat Clark) and Thomas Rogers (Lisa). Grandfather of Stephanie, Rachel and Emma. Glenn will be greatly missed by family, friends and neighbours in the Brigden community, where he lived and worked the family farm. Cremation has taken place. A private family memorial service will take place at a later date. Sympathy may be expressed through donations to the Heart and Stroke foundation (www.heartandstroke.ca), Arthritis Society (www.arthritis.org) or Brigden United Church. Memories and condolences may be sent online at www.steadmanbrothers.ca. Arrangements entrusted to STEADMAN BROTHERS FUNERAL CHAPELS, Brigden 519-864-1193.

DAGG, Albert

It is with deep sorrow, the family of Albert Dagg announces his unexpected passing on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at the age of 90. Beloved husband of Mary for 60 years. Loving father of Tina and Leanne (Kevin). Cherished grandfather of Cole, Zachary, Caleb, Julian, and Justin. Dear brother of Joyce Dixon and brother-in-law of Katherine Gibbs and Bill (Shirley) Dennett. Survived by many nieces and nephews and their families. Predeceased by his parents William and Marie Dagg; his siblings Kingsley, Roy, Muriel, Shirley, Lillian, Oleane, Donalda, and William; in-laws Delos and Ethel Dennett; and siblings-in-law Jim Dennett and Erie Shephard. Albert was a devoted family man, who will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved him. A private family memorial service has been held with Rev. Deanna Gibson officiating. Our deepest gratitude goes out to all of the healthcare workers, paramedics, Bluewater health ER team and 4th Floor caregivers, and Dr. Greensmith for their care and assistance, and to our family, friends, and neighbours for their comforting phone calls, messages, cards, flowers, and gifts of food. Sympathy may be expressed through donations to Dunlop Central United Church, Diabetes Canada, or the Alzheimer Society of Canada (cheques only when donating at the funeral home please). Arrangements entrusted to Smith Funeral Home. Memories and condolences may be sent online at smithfuneralhome.ca

Missed & Never Forgotten

September 7th 6th Year Anniversary Gone are the days we used to share But in our hearts you’re always there Never more than a thought away Loved and remembered every day

Love, Your Family

PHYLLIS MOORE MATTHEWS March 9, 1927 – September 6, 2016

In loving memory of Phyllis Moore Matthews Who passed away five years ago A lifelong and proud Sarnia citizen Mom and best friend to Janis Moore Phyllis loved her family and friends and was loved by all who knew her As “unofficial coach” of the Toronto Blue Jays she is coaching her beloved team virtually from the best seat in the house

Mom, I miss you every day. Love, Janis

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September 24th, 2021 Visitation 12:30-1:30pm at McKenzie Blundy Funeral Home 431 Christina St N.

Service 2:00pm at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church 390 Christina St N.

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Prayer PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN:

(Never known to fail): Oh most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh Star of the Sea, help me and show me you are my Mother, Oh Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (three times). Holy Mary, I place this prayer in your hands (three times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then you must publish it and it will be granted to you. Grateful thanks. D.C.

NOVENA TO ST. JUDE

O Holy St. Jude, Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, dear kinsman of Jesus Christ, faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need. To you I have recourse from the depths of my heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Help me in my present and urgent petition. In return, I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. Say 3 Our Fathers, 3 Hail Marys and 3 Glorias. Publication must be promised. St. Jude, pray for us and all who invoke your aid. Amen. This novena has never been known to fail. Publication promised. This novena must be prayed 9 consecutive days. D.C.

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City pitcher realizes dream, signs with Detroit Tigers

accomplish something like that - parents, coaches, teachers. It’s really rewarding,” he said. The deal with the Tigers is a multi-year, $150,000 rookie contract. He became just the second University of South Carolina player drafted in the first 10 rounds.

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s a kid growing up in Sarnia, Jordan Marks always dreamed of playing baseball for the Detroit Tigers. Now that dream could become reality. “It was kind of hard to put Detroit selected the in words. It didn’t feel real. It right-handed pitcher in the took a couple days to set in.” 8th round of this year’s draft and he recently signed a rookie — Jordan Marks contract with the club. “It was kind of hard to put in words. It didn’t feel real. It took “My grandfather is a huge a couple days to set in,” Marks, Tiger’s fan. It’s been pretty 22, told The Journal. cool. He’s been loving it.” “Honestly, it’s been a dream Elder brothers Jess and Jake of mine my whole life. The last also played university baseball, couple years (getting to the big he said. leagues) has been what I think Marks is currently stationed about every day I get up.” in Lakeland, Florida where Marks played tee-ball in management will assign him SARNIA'S JORDAN MARKS has his sights set on a career in Major League Baseball. Germain Park as a 5-year-old to one of the Tiger’s four farm before making his way through Photo courtesy, USC Upstate Athletics teams. the Sarnia Braves (now SarSpring training starts in nia Brigade) organization. By scholarship to the University of and Kelly made the trip to up on the TV screen. March 2022. Grade 9 he was playing for the South Carolina. He graduated South Carolina to be with him. “It takes a lot of people to London-based Great Lakes He’d already this year, after posting a 2.54 Canadians in the Premier spoken to two ERA and 101 strikeouts over OTA tennis event Baseball League. other major 15 starts and 95 innings in his Taking the mound was straleague clubs, final season. tegic. and didn’t With a fastball clocked up “I looked at it from a strictknow where to 98 miles per hour, Marks ly logistical standpoint,” he he would wind was ranked 150th on Baseball said. “Every team has 12 or 13 up, he said. America's top 500, and 196th pitchers, but you only have one on Major League Baseball Then he or two playing other positions.” Pipeline’s top picks. received U.S. tournaments put a text the “The command of my fastBright’s Grove teen on the ball is a little better than a lot Tigers were radar of university scouts. of guys. I think I can command interested, and After graduating from Great the ball pretty well,” he said. minutes later Lakes Secondary, he accepted a On draft day, parents John his name went

City arenas reopening for fall

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arnia’s arenas are reopening this month with modifications to enable junior hockey, minor hockey, figure skating and recreational ice uses. Both ice pads at Clearwater Arena reopen on Sept. 13 with spectator capacity limited to 150

in the blue rink and 70 in the red rink. It will be open Monday to Friday: 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. and weekends 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., the city said. Sarnia Arena reopened this week with a spectator capacity of 1,000 and is open weekdays 3 p.m. 11 p.m. and weekend 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Progressive Auto Sales

Arena, as of this week, is now open daily from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., with up to 1,000 people allowed in the main rink and 70 in the smaller ice pad. The number of participants allowed on the ice has increased slightly to 40 from 30, with 36 dressing room spaces available for regular ice rentals.

COLE DUNLOP, LEFT, defeated beat Nash Bernard 8-6 to win the U10 title at the OTA West Region Tour event at the Sarnia Tennis Club. In the Girls U14 draw, Ava Harrison of Windsor was first and Astrid McCormick second. Chinmay Damani of Sarnia won the Boy’s U14 event, edging Tej Patel 8-4. A total of 26 young players participated. Dunlop is seen here with organizer Matt Mueller. Submitted Photo

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How Much is a New Customer

$ WORTH TO YOUR BUSINESS? $ Let’s do the math on what it costs to reach potential new customers by advertising in the Sarnia Journal. MARKET SIZE According to Statistics Canada, the 2016 Census Profiles report for Sarnia (Population centre):

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JOURNAL READERSHIP Based on the local market research conducted in 2018, Journal readership is in excess of

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JOURNAL READERSHIP On May 3 - 6, 2018 a market research study was conducted with shoppers at Lambton Mall to quantify local newspaper readership.

Q: What newspapers do you read on a weekly basis?

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The Journal ranked the highest at 74% For those surveyed that answered yes to reading The Sarnia Journal, they were also asked:

How much time would you spend reading The Sarnia Journal?

Less than 10 minutes ............................18% 10-20 minutes ..........................................42% More than 20 minutes ..........................40%

How many people in your household would read The Sarnia Journal?

One ....................................................... 28% Two ....................................................... 63% Three ...................................................... 8% More than three ................................... 1%

METHODOLOGY: Over a four-day period, 200 people were surveyed at random. Results of the survey are reliable within plus or minus 7% at the 95% confidence level. The research study was conducted by Vani Consulting, an independent consulting firm, and paid for by The Sarnia Journal.

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