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Two weeks after a crowd of some 200 concerned citizens packed the Fenwick Fire Hall to express their discontent with the District School Board of Niagara’s controversial decision to rename E.W. Farr Public School after a known racist, support for the Names Matter committee’s campaign continues to grow. Committee spokesperson Nancy Beamer said although the message to the school board from the people of Pelham following the public meeting on Feb. 8 was loud and clear, the DSBN still has yet to respond.
Not a peep from Board following public fire hall meeting “I think the meeting indicated to council and to others that we, as a community, are very interested in what is going on and what decisions are being made on our behalf,” said Beamer. “Communities want transparency and accountability from their elect-
ed officials and boards and the people want their voices to be heard. They do not want to be told after the decisions are made.” Since the fire hall meeting, Mayor Dave Augustyn has met with members of committee to help them with the proper formatting of an official resolution. Despite the community’s obvious disapproval with their choice of Wellington Heights — after the 1st Duke of Wellington, Arthur Wellesley — so far, the DSBN has refused to discuss their decision. See NOT A PEEP back page
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Members of the new Pelham Community Centre’s (PCC) Oversight Committee met last week to discuss progress being made in the construction of the two-storey multi-use facility. On Jan. 31, the Town submitted a report to Infrastructure Ontario, identifying that approximately seven per cent of the project had been completed. It also identified that risks had arisen which could negatively impact the budget, schedule or quality of the Centre. While construction appears to be moving ahead on schedule, Ward 2 Councilor and Oversight Committee member, Gary Accursi, confirmed that during the completion of the full construction drawings it was discovered that the size of the hall area would need to be enlarged substantially. In total, 9,000 square feet of additional space is needed to accommodate the necessary changes to “prevent congestion and to allow kids with hockey bags to move freely without banging into the walls and each other,” he said. It also became evident during the review of the
Pelham Town Council’s recent discussion of the East Fenwick Secondary Plan has raised questions regarding the nature and scope of the proposed development. The boundaries of the 235-acre area in which development can take place stretches from Cream Street in the east to Balfour Street in the west, and between Welland Road to the South to Memorial Road to the North. Mayor Augustyn said that development rights were added to properties within these boundaries, classifying Fenwick as an urban area in the Town’s Official Plan that was drafted in 1987 and approved in 1990. He said the process of granting these lands development rights was started several years ago, by some of the major landowners in the area. Having set aside funds over the last two years, Council decided to move ahead with drafting a Secondary Plan for East Fenwick last fall, identifying it as a priority for 2017. "Development rights means that the landowners have the right to develop on those lands,” explained Augustyn. “It is no different than a property owner having a vacant lot having the right to build a house on that lot.
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PUBLISHER’S CORNER by Dave Burket
Budding...Last weekend’s glorious hint of spring was probably a one-off, but this coming Saturday offers a couple of worthy events. First, there’s the Fenwick Lions’ Ribfest, with seatings at 5 and 6:30, adults $20 and mini-adults $12. Mmm, ribs. If you take the earlier seating you could make it for dessert with MPP Sam Oosterhoff, who’s holding a “Family Skate” event, with donuts and hot chocolate, at the arena in Smithville, 6:307:30. Speaking of the MPP, we understand that he has not yet responded to writer Julie Mannell’s invitation to debate various Niagara social issues. Should it happen, a local wag suggests it be promoted as “The Thrilla in Vanilla.” Give Sam a chance...was the surprising call from some left-leaners in recent days, who blamed voter apathy for the young man’s election, allowing a small group of activists to prevail, i.e., tactical democracy at work. Personally I’m not among those who see Oosterhoff’s election as the beginning of the end of liberal values—last time I looked there were still enough checks and balances to headoff a theocracy. That said, here’s hoping Sam grows into the job right quick.
And you thought traffic was bad now...Another week, another new development— wait, two new developments! We’ve gotten our first look at plans for the old Fonthill Lumber site, namely commercial below, 102 condos above and around. And last week the Mayor promoted Return of East Fenwick, a potential horror flick that’s been in the works for some two decades—so more of a reboot than a new production. Looks like the show’s back on (page 1). Squeezed...Pages are tightly packed this week, so you'll find the full results of our survey on the proposed DSBN acquisition of a portion of Cherry Ridge Park online, at www.thevoiceofpelham.ca/ soccer The two most compelling results are presented below. There was a record percentage of attempts to skew results. Overwhelmingly, those voting in favour of the land-grab were located outside Pelham—in St. Kitts, NOTL, Toronto, Grimsby, Hamilton, Beamsville, Caistor Centre, Cambridge, Caledon East… It’s almost as if a memo went out. Those votes were disqualified as clearly violating the prerequisite that voters reside in Pelham only.
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The Niagara Regional Police continued with project "High Flyer" between February 10-13, which focuses on drivers who are speeding in excess of 30 kms/ hr over the posted speed limit. Most of the offences occurred in West Lincoln, however police also focused on rural areas within St. Catharines, Thorold, Pelham and Wainfleet. In just four days, the Traffic Enforcement Unit issued 36 tickets. Two of these charges were a result of drivers found to be driving in excess of 50 km/hr over the posted speed limit. On Saturday, February 11, a 17-year-old, G2 novice driver from Fonthill was stopped and charged by police after she was found to be driving 136 km/hr in an 80 km/hr zone on Regional Road 24. Two hours later, a 25-year-old male from Smithville was stopped on the same road for driving 134 km/hr. In addition to the speeding charges, these two drivers were also charged with Stunt Driving and subsequently had their drivers licence suspended and their vehicles impounded for seven days. The Niagara Regional Police want to remind all drivers to slow down and comply with all traffic signs. High vehicle speeds greatly increase the risk of injury and death to drivers and pedestrians, so the NRP will continue to address those drivers who show no regard to speed limit signs.
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At approximately 12:30 PM last Wednesday, the Niagara Regional Police attended the area of McLeod Rd. and Ailanthus Ave., Niagara Falls to investigate a report of a robbery. Police say that a male victim had disembarked from a city bus when he was approached by an unknown male suspect who identified himself as a police officer. The suspect then assaulted the victim and stole personal property from him. Last Friday, 38-year-old Jamie Tried of Niagara Falls was arrested in connection with this case. Tries is charged with Robbery and Personate Peace Officer.
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Last August, officers with Niagara Region Animal Services picked up a stray dog on Haig Street in St. Catharines. Due to the very poor condition of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, an Ontario SPCA investigation was launched and the dog, named Einstein, was immediately taken to a veterinarian. Tests on the Einstein confirmed that he was suffering from infection and malnutrition. Information provided during the investigation indicated that he had not eaten for a number of weeks and he was not provided medical attention. Subsequent to the Lincoln
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According to the latest Canadian Agricultural Injury Reporting information, agriculture-related fatalities are declining. From 1990 to 2001, an average of 116 people died due to an agriculture-related incident. From 2002 to 2012, the average number of agriculture-related fatalities declined to 85 per year. Also encouraging, says CAIR, is that the fatality rates of all See IN THE NEWS Page 9
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Not long for this world: Former Fonthill Lumber building, on Hwy 20.
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Up to 102 condo units could be coming to downtown Fonthill BY VOICE STAFF For the past 50 years, the property on Hwy 20 in East Fonthill has been home to Fonthill Lumber. On Monday, Feb. 6, neighbouring property owners and curious citizens showed up at Town Hall to hear what the property’s new owners plan to do with the land. Presenting the group with the developer’s plans was the Town’s Senior Planner, Julie Hannah. The developer, which she identified as 2528490 Ontario Ltd., has currently applied for an amendment to the zoning bylaw and official plan. The amendment would change the property’s current zoning from Hwy Commercial-85 to a site-specific General Commercial, and a site-specific Residential Multiple
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It was a busy and exciting day at the University of Waterloo as 40 teams of up to 10 students invaded the university Physical Activity Centre to show off their robots and research project earlier this month. The Fonthill Nurdles had advanced to the Provincial East Championships after finishing with the First Place Championship Award at the Niagara regional championship in December. The Nurdles researched causes for the decline in bee populations. One of the areas they wanted to improve was providing a clean source of water for local bees. In order to do this, they developed a Bee Hydration Station that gardeners and beekeepers can put in their yards to supply fresh water and attract bees with pollinator-friendly flowers. The Nurdles came home with the Project Award and have been invited to the Ontario Innovation Awards this Saturday in Markham. The Fonthill Nurdles team consists of (bottom row) Vanessa Bilsborough, Jacob Cheung, Crystal Coyne, (top row) Mason Defazio, Alex Rubino, Laura Schaefer and Sarah Schaefer. SUPPLIED PHOTO
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COMMENTARY / OP-ED Guido Mueller Various and sundry: Pelham issues, need for change
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HE MAYOR and the DSBN are taking some rightly deserved heat from the people who live in Pelham, though the DSBN is showing how it considers itself above reproach by not having anyone attend the recent Fire Hall meeting in Fenwick. I don’t understand why E.W Farr’s name cannot continue as the name for the renovated school when so much valid information has been presented against naming it Wellington Heights. The attempted annexation of Cherry Ridge Park for a soccer field? As a former president of Pelham Soccer I can tell you that we couldn’t fill the fields we had available to us several years ago and the soccer club has not grown, yet the DSBN wants to build another field on a public space? Seriously? And now we have an MPP who doesn’t seem to understand that he needs to represent all of the constituents in his riding, not just those who subscribe to his extreme right wing philosophies. I’ve read several articles about this young man but the one that made me chuckle is when he ran down “Rae Days.” The So-
cial Contract was a 1993 initiative of the provincial Ontario New Democratic Party government of Bob Rae to impose austerity measures on the civil service. The plan imposed a wage freeze and mandatory unpaid days of leave for civil servants, which became known as Rae Days. Only those of us in the civil service were affected—the public at large felt no impact and the move was widely supported by the general public. The MPP’s Rae Days comments made it clear to me that this man had no idea what he was talking about during his campaign. Mr. Oosterhoff wasn’t even a twinkle in his father’s eye when I was living through Rae Days. There also seems to be a groundswell of people who are slowly becoming aware of the mess the current Town Council is creating: An empty bus which has been renewed for another year at a cost of $83,920 to the people of Pelham...A 4.69% municipal tax increase, because the increases of the past two years were not enough or the money was mismanaged (the Pelham increase is 2.69% more than the one approved in Toronto, the largest city
in Canada)...Firing and hiring of town staff with no provocation for either...A community centre that far exceeds the Town’s needs and we, the deep-pocketed residents, are on the hook for it (two elevators and two sets of stairs? Who does this Council think is going to use that place? I guess with hydro rates being so affordable, two elevators is not excessive. Will the Town also continue to subsidize the Niagara Centre YMCA when this new monolith is complete?)...Development of subdivisions in “East Fonthill” that will look like those in the suburbs of Toronto, cookie-cutter houses pasted up against each other. Now I read about "East Fenwick." The Mayor and Council want to develop the natural beauty of this area into more urban sprawl just like they are doing in East Fonthill. What has happened to the notion of keeping Pelham a small town with small town values and a small town feel? No one from the current Council lives in the vicinity of the urban sprawl areas that they want to create, or are currently creating. I think it's time to purge this Council at election time.
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who knows how to balance his books. His take on the performance of Council and the Mayor is spot-on. Mayor and Council and the CAO have failed to furnish solid financial backing for the arenas. Matter of fact, the Mayor defeated a motion by Peter Papp to reduce the cost and plan for one arena at last year’s infamous Old Town Hall meeting. Debentures are only a long-term tool to spread out the "debt load" on multi-generations of taxpayers. Remember the take-itor-leave-it A or B choices for Maple Acre Library? While I am happy to have a new library, the interior is great, but the cubic style of the exterior does not suit the existing historical building. The Mayor and Council refused to listen to the Heritage Committee and residents who attended the open houses in Fenwick, and when the Committee became a nuisance they disbanded it. The seeming lack of support by Mayor Augustyn to keep Welland Hospital open means that Pelham residents will have to drive to St. Catharines or the proposed Niagara Falls Hospital. I do not see him anywhere supporting the mayors of Welland, Wainfleet and others in their effort to keep Welland open. Finally there is the Mayor's email to the DSBN displaying a lack of support to keep E.W Farr's name intact, and also Council's existing MOU
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with the DSBN re; an alteration of park land in Cherry Ridge. I support Dr. Ker and his effort and the petition from the residents of Cherry Ridge that oppose this. Residents have a right to be proud of Pelham as a small town. We as residents deserve better. Let's send these Councillors and Mayor a strong message before they do to the rest of Pelham what they are already doing to the urbanization of Fonthill. In 2016 we took a 7% tax hit and this year over 4%. This Council has done very little to control its spending and many of them have held office for way too long. It seems as one gets too comfortable in office there grows an air of "entitlement or arrogance" to dictate their will on us rather than listen. This has to change. We can no longer afford "Mayor Dave" and Council's politics. 2018 is coming fast. Rick Kavanagh Fenwick
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We have all, by now, heard of the East Fonthill development that the Town is in the process of getting under way to pay for the new arena; but have you heard of the East Fenwick Development? When the Mayor begins a sentence with, “As you will recall,” I read what follows carefully so as to properly decode the true meaning. It seems that the Town is in the process of planning the development of east Fenwick. According to the Mayor, an area of Fenwick bordered by Cream and Balfour, and Memorial and Welland Roads, or approximately 235 acres, is currently under development review. Apparently back in 1987 the area was placed into
Hearing your story [Letters: “Gratitude from gay teen,” Feb. 8] made me sad. And angry. "Coming out" was a nerve-wracking thing for me, even to my liberal family members. More than nerve-wracking to the more closed-minded ones (I prepared to be “disowned,” and I'm an adult). So I can't imagine how painful your situation feels. There are some words I would really like to share with you. I want you to know that there are so many factors in deciding when to come out. If it's not safe (emotionally, physically, financially) to come out, then you shouldn't feel any pressure to or feel bad about "staying in the closet." I use quotes around that phrase because I loathe it and it gives legitimacy to the mere idea that anyone who is not straight should have to automatically hide or then present their “new identity” as if it's not normal. I understand the want and the need to "come out," but what is paramount is keeping yourself safe. You are worthy of keeping yourself safe and alive so that you can move on to find your own chosen family that loves and supports you exactly as you are, who
I hope the people of Fenwick are properly made aware of the Town's plans the Town's planning. In 1990 the Town acquired development rights. Now, 17 years later, the Mayor is surprised to be informed that this area needs to be serviced with water and sewer RIGHT NOW. If Council approves the plan, proposals will be re-
ceived by late March and development will begin in April and take 9 months. What the development is remains a mystery. The Town will be holding a number of meetings. Hopefully these meetings will not be the usual type that inform citizens after all the decisions have been made. I hope the people of Fenwick are properly made aware of the Town's plans with this large piece of land. An area this size could allow for hundreds of new houses and many support-businesses. New schools might be needed, wider roads, more firefighters, more Town staff — well, you get the idea. Jim Pitt Fonthill
will be there for you IF/when you decide to come out to your given family. Because you totally can decide to just not ever come out to them...that is an option. I want to say this again to stress the importance: You are worthy of keeping yourself safe and alive. As far as coping when everything feels sh***y, get excited for your future and what you want to do! Make a plan for how you're going to get out of your town and be like, “Later-r-r-r losers!” This can go for all youth generally but especially so for you and those that are facing similar situations like this (and I guarantee you, you are not alone, even in your small town). Get your smartypants on and invest in your future so you can make a living for and support yourself, and find a hobby (sorry that sounds so condescending but I mean it earnestly) that lights your fire so you can sustain yourself until you can break free from an unhealthy situation. I don't know you, but I'm holding a lot of love for you right now. Chelsea Atkins Toronto
Calls on MPP to state positions clearly I was so astounded by Sam Oosterhoff’s response last week [Letters: "Pelham no regressive dystopia—Sam Oosterhoff," Feb. 8] to Julie Mannell’s “The Comfort Maple myth” that I had to dig it out and re-read it to be sure we had read the same essay. Fortunately I found that my recollections were correct. Contrary to Mr. Oosterhoff’s contention that she “condescendingly rep-
rimands” the people of Pelham, calling them “grimly intolerant, backwards, and discriminatory,” I discovered that she had in fact said, “The town that I know and love takes care of one another regardless. The town that I know picks up the weight of everyone and carries it with them.” She did lament the undercurrent of ugliness that exists in Pelham (and in every area across this
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I thought Julie Mannell's article was incredibly written. I've lived in Welland for over 20 years now and found myself nodding and smiling as she described this unique and special community. I never really realized until I left town for college how much of a lack of diversity there is in Niagara. Mannell is not laying blame to her community for that, but merely shedding light on the issue, because if you don't leave Niagara often, you really don't realize there is something missing. Growing up I didn't have any friends of a different colour or unique religion. I knew only one or two students who were gay, none that were openly trans. Living with ADHD my-
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self, and now working with adults with special needs in St. Catharines, I understand what it is like to feel different from others, to face a very different set of obstacles. It is a very difficult path to walk at times. Which brings me to the "response" by Oosterhoff. I honestly wonder how much of Mannell's article he read—or skimmed. It seems he became so personally offended by the facts that were stated by Mannell that he let that dictate his response. I read Mannell's article again thinking, I missed something. I didn't, but Oosterhoff certainly did. It is completely ignorant and naive to assume your town or community is perfect. Now I know he does not use
the word "perfect" but he does imply that there is absolutely no need for change or improvement. I kept reading and reading thinking, he will of course, at least, say something like, "however there is always room for improvement," or give props to Mannell for trying to give a voice to marginalized people in her community. Oosterhoff could not even recognize there was an issue... does he truly believe everyone in the small townships of Niagara are represented equally? Even with his backward views, he can't possibly think there is no room for improvement in our communities. I will be honest, I am scared to death of Ooster-
hoff. I want to be brave, I want to speak out, but his "response" is terrifying. To not even acknowledge there is an issue and knowing he is actively working to take my rights away is frightening. Perhaps that is why Oosterhoff refused to give Mannell credit. He is also afraid. Heaven forbid a women is empowered enough to speak out for herself, her town and people whose voices may be quieter. Thank you Julie for your words, and your openness. I can't quite explain to you, as a young, Niagara woman, how much it means to me and how much I appreciate your faith in our community. Carlyn Rhamey Welland
Port gives thumbs-up "The Comfort Maple myth" by Julie Mannell was RIGHT ON. Thank you for your courage, Julie. Larry Rosnuk Port Colborne
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While many youth today find themselves caught up in the web of pop culture woven through the fabric of modern society, Taryn Petrovsky chooses to occupy her mind pondering more meaningful questions about the world she is a part of. Soon the Grade 10 E.L. Crossley student will be traveling north to Ottawa to hopefully have some of these questions answered, at the federal government’s annual Forum For Young Canadians (FFYC). Recently Petrovsky was selected as one of 120 youth across Canada to take part in the forum scheduled to take place from March 5 to March 10. Each spring the forum brings together students from across Canada to spend a week on Parliament Hill, to immerse them in the world of national politics and public affairs, and teach them how the Canadian government functions on the inside. “I think being there is going to give me a unique perspective on politics, opposed to just reading about it online,” she said. “I’m looking forward to
THANKS continued from previous page author of one specific letter, the gay teenager. I want to thank you for sharing your story. It was an incredibly generous act in many ways because your story is a lot of people’s stories. I guarantee there are more kids like you going through the exact same struggle. Your courage to share your story has made everyone stronger and more aware. Thank you for telling us about what you go through. There are others, some in Pelham and some in far away places, and we all are going to fight for you. I also want to tell you that your feelings are entirely valid. Gay rights are human rights and you are being denied your humanity. I want to suggest that you find a professional who can
meeting other like-minded youth. It’s difficult to have a conversation with other kids at school because most of them aren’t very interested in these kinds of issues.” The FFYC is open to Canadian students between the ages of 15 and 19. Leading up to the forum, Petrovsky said she has been getting to know some of the other students who were accepted into the program by chatting with them online. Speaking with others her own age about issues that matter to her has already been a very rewarding experience. “Human rights are very important to me, so are issues of equality, racism, women’s rights, children’s rights and of course the environment,” she said. “But I think they all go hand-in-hand.” During the forum, the students will have the chance to engage with some of Canada’s top decision makers regarding such issues while visiting the House of Commons and Senate. On the tour, speakers of each House, as well as clerks and pages, will take the time to teach the young politicians how the institution works, before they get to observe a live question
listen and help. At Crossley you can self-refer yourself to a very kind social worker—I grew up with her and I promise I wouldn’t point you in her direction unless she was the absolute best person in the world. When you walk into the Guidance Office there are slips by the desk that hang facing down from the corkboard. The secretary will show them to you if you ask and I promise nobody will ask you any questions. When you fill out the slip it is anonymous to everyone except the social worker and you don’t have to explain anything until you are in a private and confidential meeting oneon-one. I know that Crossley also has a gay/straight alliance. However, that might not be the best option for you because you are still in the
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period. Expressing her interest in one day becoming a politician herself, Halsted said she is looking forward to learning more about how federal politics works firsthand. The group will take part in a variety of simulations over the course of the week that allow them to understand how the decisions are made. For example, the students will go through a full election, where participants create a party, pick a candidate, write and present speeches, make posters, campaign and then vote using real elections materials from Elections Canada. Other simulations include a simulation focused on world trade, a Cabinet simulation and another to teach them how the provinces negotiate with the federal government. Petrovsky will also get the opportunity to speak with
I guarantee there are more kids like you going through the exact same struggle closet. I want to tell you that sometimes the media glorifies coming out but you don’t have to do that if it is unsafe for you. It sounds like it is, unfortunately. Coming out is a personal choice that each person
Members of Parliament, and possibly Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during a reception held that week. They will also be able to ask questions of the Senators at a special breakfast meeting at the Senate. Excited by the unique exchange, she is already coming up with questions for the elected officials she might cross paths with. Petrovsky said she hopes to see more youth getting involved in politics and the issues that are shaping the current global reality and defining the future. “I don’t think a lot of youth understand how much politics actually involves them,” Petrovsky said. “We need to realize that politicians are the people who are making decisions for us. Knowledge is power, so the more we know the more involved we can be in making the changes that will make our lives better.”
makes individually. There isn’t any shame in waiting until circumstances are more conducive to having a positive experience. There is also Youthline, a free hotline for gay and trans youth that is open 4-9:30 PM Sunday to Friday. If you need to talk then you can call toll free (800) 268-9688. Many people from various walks of life reached out to me after I posted your letter on my Facebook page. They saw themselves in your story and they care about you. Life is long and sometimes it is sad. I dream of a life for you where others show you kindness and you feel loved, especially during the hard times.For now I’ll
Niagara’s arts community lost one of its most beloved creators and educators this past fall with the sudden passing of Carousel Players board chair, Dr. Debra McLauchlan. As an artist, teacher and grandmother McLauchlan had great respect and admiration for the Carousel Players and the work they do to address the issues faced by today’s youth. To honour McLauchlan’s memory, her family and friends recently announced they will be sponsoring an annual performance by the Carousel Players that is free to the public. Each year the performance will take place at a different school throughout the Niagara region. This year, the Carousel Players will be performing Tick by Matt Mackenzie on Feb. 25 at E.L. Crossley Secondary School, where McLauchlan taught for over a decade. Starting out as a volunteer before becoming a full-time teacher, she was instrumental in founding the school’s dramatic arts program. Working alongside McLauchlan over the years at Crossley, science program leader Sharon Keller described her friend as one of the strongest and most passionate advocates for the arts that she has ever met. “She was on a mission,” said Keller. “Debbie was a mentor to me and a very dear friend. She wanted to foster a love for the arts in everyone and she worked very hard it.” McLauchlan left Crossley to complete her PhD, before becoming an assistant professor in the Department of Fine Arts at Brock University in 1999. A year later, McLauchlan joined Brock’s Faculty of Education, where she eventually served as the Associate Dean in 2008. In 2010, she became a full professor in Teacher Education. McLauchlan was also active with the Shaw Theatre and Carousel Players. No matter where her passion for the arts and education took her, Keller said McLauchlan was an inspiration to everySee MEMORIAL next page
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Drowsy Chaperone to hit Welland stage "Big Broadway" production at Notre Dame BY VOICE STAFF For the eighth year in a row the dramatic arts department at Notre Dame College School in Welland will be holding its annual “Big Broadway” musical production. This year the students will be preforming The Drowsy Chaperone — a parody of the American musical comedy genre of the 1920s. The play originally debuted at The Rivoli in Toronto in 1998 and went on to find success on Broadway in the Spring of 2006, winning five Tony Awards. “Most schools do a musical every other year, if at all,” said Jackie Breton, drama teacher and chair of the Notre Dame arts department. “We are really proud of our students and everyone who works so hard on these shows.” As the director of the play, Breton has been working on the production since rehearsals began at the end of September. Including the
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MEMORIAL The cast of The Drowsy Chaperone. ensemble, the cast is composed of 50 students and features 13 lead performers — four of whom reside in Pelham. She describes The Drowsy Chaperone as a very funny family-friendly show. “It's a love letter to musicals while also poking fun at the genre,” she said. “It's clever and silly, madcap and mayhem. It has been a huge undertaking.” Breton said expects this year’s performance to be a success, thanks to the efforts of the many students and staff who have been working on various aspects of the production. For instance, the set was built by the school’s construction
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It's a love letter to musicals while also poking fun at the genre class and their teacher, Joe Sciarra; the costumes were created by Anne Harold and a team of teachers and students; hair and makeup by cosmetology teacher DeeAnne Laalo and her students; music by music teacher Ann Bourdages who also directs and plays in the pit band, with choreography by Angela Eckhardt; and the
tickets, posters, programs and t-shirts were designed by teacher Emma Bonin. Performances will take place in the Leon Theatre at the high school in Welland on March 2, 3 and 4 starting at 7PM and on March 5 beginning at 1:30PM. Tickets cost $10 for students and $15 for adults.
one who had the pleasure to work with her. “She was a true visionary,” said Keller. “She inspired thousands of students at our school alone, not to mention all of those she worked with at Brock. You can really see the influence she has had on her students when you look at all of the graduates who have taken on leadership roles in the arts in communities across the province.” Sponsoring a free annual performance by the Carousel Players is a beautiful way to ensure her friend’s legacy will live on, she said. Tick is the story of a young woman’s struggle against her city’s municipal
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IN THE NEWS continued from Page 2 age groups saw decreases in this period. “The decrease in the fatality rates is encouraging,” says Marcel Hacault, the Executive Director of the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association. “It means that we are moving in the right direction.” Between 2003 to 2012, farm machinery continued to be involved in most agriculture-related fatalities with runovers (18%), rollovers (18%) and being pinned or struck by a machine component (9%) accounting for the top three ways people were fatality injured. Fatality rates due to rollovers and from being pinned/struck by a machinery component also declined. Rollover fatality rates decreased an average of 3.6% annually and fatality rates from being pinned/ struck by a machinery component decreased an average of 7.8% annually.
Welland arson
On Tuesday February 14 at approximately 3 PM, members of the Niagara Regional Police Service, Niagara Emergency Medical Service and Welland Fire Department attended a structure
fire at 23 Griffith Street in the City of Welland. Police say that a small fire in a bedroom was extinguished quickly with no injuries reported. Paige Lehouillier of Welland was placed under arrest at the scene for Arson Causing Damage to Own Property, contrary to Section 434.1 of the Criminal Code of Canada.
Oosterhoff supports Games
Along with his provincial colleagues in the Niagara Region, Niagara West-Glanbrook MPP Sam Oosterhoff is pleased to announce his support for Niagara’s Bid to host the 2021 Canada Summer Games. “I am excited about the opportunity to host the Canada 2021 Games in Niagara in partnership with the Canada Games Council, provided these games will economically benefit the region. Along with the Region of Niagara, our local municipalities, and my provincial and federal colleagues, I am committed to delivering a premium event in Niagara that will give us a lasting infrastructure and community- building legacy,” MPP Oosterhoff said. “I will be working to ensure the Games leave a respon-
sible legacy that will benefit the taxpayers, families, and communities of Niagara West – Glanbrook.” If Niagara’s bid is successful, all 12 municipalities in the Niagara Region will participate in the Games by hosting either practices or events. In estimates provided by the Sport Tourism Economic Impact Assessment Model, which are highly speculative, the Games will have a “positive economic impact on Niagara of over $200 million,” according to a news release from Oosterhoff.
Soil leaders sought
The Rural Ontario Institute (ROI) is launching the Ontario Soil Network, a unique soil-focused leadership course that is being piloted in southwestern Ontario in 2017. The course will kick off in March and is open to 25 farmers who are currently working to improve soils and would like to develop their leadership and communication skills. This program is being supported through the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs, along with a host of related farm organizations. More information and an application form are available
online at www.ontariosoil. net. Applications are due by February 28th.
Heart attack warnings for women
A Nursing professor at Brock University says women are more likely than men to experience certain early signals of a heart attack — and that knowing how to identify them could save their lives. Sheila O’Keefe-McCarthy has received a $74,938 grant from the Women’s College Research Institute’s Women’s Xchange to help patients and health care professionals become more educated about these early indicators. She says there are specific warning signs, or prodromal symptoms, that patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome can experience before a cardiac event happens, and recognizing them means a patient can get medical attention before a heart attack hits. “We are finding that women are more likely to report a greater number of symptoms compared to men, such as more chest pain, greater prodromal fatigue, sleep disturbances, anxiety and headaches, says O’Keefe-McCarthy. “This means we really need to
take notice of the kinds of symptoms patients are presenting with.” By monitoring what is happening in the weeks and months leading up to the actual heart attack, she believes clinicians will be better able to screen for symptoms indicative of developing obstructive heart disease.
and other topics. An information centre takes place tonight in St. Catharines at the Kiwanis Aquatics Centre, 425 Carlton St.; and on March 2 in Niagara Falls at the Gale Centre, 5152 Thorold Stone Road. Both meetings take place between 5:30 and 8:00 PM.
Region wants input on transportation
St. Kitts coke and heroin
Last Tuesday the Region started hosting its fourth series of Public Information Centres on the development of its Transportation Master Plan. Since the last Public Information Centres held in November/December of 2016, the Project Team has developed preliminary recommendations for Niagara Region’s transportation system. At the meeting residents will have the opportunity to learn more about the study process and a summary of what has been heard from the public to date. Specifically the meetings will focus on: The 2041 road network transportation infrastructure recommendations; a strategic cycling network and Regional cyclist way-finding signage guidelines; complete Streets; transit;
On Monday February 13, members of the St.Catharines Street Crime unit executed a drug search warrant at a residence located on Greenlaw Place in St. Catharines. Police say they have been investigating this residence since the beginning of January. During the course of the investigation police observed several drug transactions occur at the residence and also mobile drug transactions throughout the city. Charged with Possession of Cocaine and Heroin for the purpose of trafficking and possession of proceeds of Crime is 53-year-old Derek Coenjarts, 47-year-old Caroline DeJong, and 34-year-old Issac McAndrews. All three accused were held in police custody pending a bail hearing.
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The Voice of Pelham, February 22, 2017
Council approves sign bylaw variance
Winter Walk for Wellspring walks through...well, spring BY NATE SMELLE
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BY VOICE STAFF Following a tour of the Fonthill Gardens commercial building in East Fonthill, Council received a presentation by Fire Chief Bob Lymburner regarding the owner’s request for a variance to the sign bylaw at the Council meeting on Monday, Feb. 13. As requested, the owners of the new building provided Council with a larger rendering of the drawings to offer a better idea of what the signage would look like. Lymburner explained to Council that if a building is a hundred feet wide, that unit is allowed a 65-foot sign. “If you look at the panels here,” he said pointing to the drawings, “not one of those signs is 65 feet. The highest one is 58 percent and the dollar store is 52 percent, so they're not anywhere near the 65 percent.” Considering the size of the development underway in East Fonthill, and the many unknowns that exist because of the vacant land that has yet to be purchased or committed to development, Lymburner suggested to Council that maintaining a static sign bylaw could potentially cause several problems for the Town
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Maintaining a static sign bylaw could potentially cause several problems in the future. Lymburner explained that the exemptions to the bylaw Fonthill Gardens was seeking would allow for signage on the front of the Dollar Store and on the sides of the two end units. Furthermore, the variance for the other building, which faces Hwy 20 and the parking lot, would permit having signage on both sides of the building. Mayor Augustyn pointed out that the bylaw including these exemptions is not just in place for the duration of the first tenant, but for the life of the building moving forward. Following Lymburner’s review of the drawings, Council unanimously approved the variance, allowing the current tenants of Fonthill Gardens to proceed with affixing their signage to the building.
ESCAPE continued from Page 3 ment is recommending that you also install a smoke alarm in every bedroom. Larger homes may require additional smoke alarms.”
A smiling crowd of 100-plus gathered in East Fonthill last Saturday for the inaugural Winter Walk for Wellspring. Though the name of the new campaign suggested a setting of snowflakes, Mother Nature had other plans, delivering a dose of warm sunshine that hinted of spring. Wellspring Niagara’s events and community relations coordinator, Phil Gourlay, said the organization intends for the winter walk to become an annual initiative. He said that one of the reasons they chose Pelham to kick off the new tradition was to get to know their future neighbors. "Our future home here in Pelham will be right behind the Food Basics," Gourlay said. "The street here is even going to be called Wellspring Way, so we thought it would be a good way of getting some energy behind our campaign. By putting an event on right here in Fonthill it will help us in a couple of ways. It will help raise awareness of what Wellspring is and help raise some funds for the new building." The Winter Walk for Wellspring was also the organization's first initiative in their $5 million capital fundraising campaign for the new facility. By the end of the day, walkers had already raised some $10,000. The new building will be situated on a two-acre piece of land that was donated to the organization by the Town of Pelham. With construction expected to begin this spring, Gourlay said the team at Wellspring are very excited that they will soon be calling Fonthill their new home-base.
Just as important as having working smoke alarms is making sure everyone in your home knows exactly what to do to escape before a fire occurs. “We want to make sure these types of tragedies do not happen in the Town of Pel-
And they're off! Wellspring Winter Walkers on Saturday. "When you look at a map, Fonthill is right in the centre of Niagara, so it will be perfect for us," said Gourlay. “We offer free supportive care for people living with cancer. Our services are available for patients, their families and their caregivers. Everything is free, and we don't get any government funding at all. It's all community-driven, so every dollar that's raised here in Niagara is staying here in Niagara for the people who need it. Even though we are going to be based in Fonthill we are definitely a regional centre.” Carrying signs and noisemakers the group left the Fonthill Marketplace parking lot just after 10AM garnering attention from passers-by. Walking for about 3.5 kilometres, the group travelled along Hwy 20 through down-
ham,” said Lymburner. Simple steps for home fire escape planning include: Everyone should know two ways out of each room, if possible; all exits must be unobstructed and easy to use; if someone in your home has a
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town Pelham, around Town Hal,l returning to where they started. Gourlay said Wellspring Niagara has several fun events coming up, including the Pop Culture Know-it-all Trivia/ Gameshow Night and a Bike Ride around Lake Ontario. “Events like these are a good way to raise funds, but they are also a great way for us to raise awareness of the services we offer the community,” he said. Since June 2001, Wellspring Niagara has been providing individuals living with cancer and those close to them with social, emotional, psychological, informational and spiritual support. Currently Wellspring Niagara offers a wide range of services and programs for women, men and children living throughout the Niagara region.
disability, develop an escape plan with your household that takes into account their unique needs. Determine who will be responsible for helping young children, older adults and anyone who needs assistance to escape. Choose a meet-
ing place outside, such as a tree or a lamp post, where everyone can be accounted for. Practice your home fire escape plan. Once out, stay out. Never re-enter a burning building.
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Extra space requirement identified as construction starts continued from Page 1 plans, that the size of the mechanical/electrical areas would also need to be increased to accommodate equipment and allow for more efficient use of the space. According to Accursi, Ball Construction concluded that the changes could be made by identifying efficiencies in the design and by using different materials. For instance, the interior walls will now be altered to allow the project to remain within its budget. Originally designed as masonry walls from floor to ceiling, the interior walls will now rise nine feet and extend upward from that point with steel-framed walls clad with drywall. According to Accursi, because these are not load-bearing walls, this will not affect the structural integrity of the building. “It was felt that this did not in any way compromise the long-term durability or functionality of the building but was a wise use of funds,” said Accursi. Another alteration under consideration is the type of brick that will be used in the construction. By replacing the American-made brick, which was
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It was felt that this did not in any way compromise the long-term durability...of the building import duties and taxes. “No change in quality, only a saving of funds and a support for Canadian [manufacturers],” he said. “These are but a couple of the details that are being carefully examined. Council, Senior Staff, Ball Construction and the Oversight Committee are committed to delivering to the community a well-constructed, high quality building within the approved budget. Decisions are made with this in mind. Value for money and high quality are foremost.”
EAST FENWICK continued from Page 1 However, the detailed planning process we are starting, a Secondary Plan, aims for orderly development and development that complements the surrounding area.” What the development in East Fenwick will look like has yet to be established by the planning department, however, according to Augustyn it will most likely be a combination of residential with limited mixed-use. Ultimately, he said, the nature of the development — as well as the costs of water, sewer, storm, road, and other infrastructure — will be determined by collaboration with all stakeholders and the subsequent work to be completed in the secondary plan. Augustyn said the Town plans to gather public input during a community engagement process, that will include public meetings, open houses, and the use of
an internet tool called PlaceSpeak. This process could begin as soon as April, he said, pending the selection of the firm chosen to complete work after the RFP has been sent out. “It will be very important to have the involvement of a broad cross section of the community in this design and process so that all views might be included.” Apart from using archeological and soil studies conducted by the landowners who initiated the process of developing East Fenwick prior to the Town’s Official Plan in 1987, Augustyn said residents may want to know that the Town is starting anew with the design. Citing “fairly strict rules” set out by the Province for residential intensification and land use, he foresees one of the biggest challenges with the development as being how to maintain the character of existing development while abiding by the provincial guidelines.
NOT A PEEP continued from Page 1 “We understand that once a decision is made, a council or board must stand behind it 100 percent, but what happens if the decision is based on a flawed process, inaccurate research and withheld information?” Beamer questioned. “Do we go forward and perpetuate this? I recently read that bestowing a name on a community shows the world
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the kind of legacy the community wants for itself. We do not want our community of Pelham to be associated with racism and bigotry.” Because the DSBN has refused to engage in any form of dialogue with their group, Beamer said they now plan to share their struggle with a larger audience. Recently, she said they have started talks with local indigenous groups and churches. “Everyone has been appalled with the insensitivity the DSBN is showing, when most other areas of government
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are following a path towards truth, understanding and reconciliation,” she said. Soon, the Names Matter committee will be broadcasting its campaign on a local radio station and possibly on television. They are also sending an article to the Canadian Jewish Newspaper, and to the Ministers of Education, Anti-Racism and Heritage. The group was scheduled to stand before Council again last night to deliver another presentation.