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PELHAM’S INDEPENDENT NEWS SOURCE FROM THE HEART OF NIAGARA Vol.19 No.39

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Wednesday December 2, 2015

Crossley Students Begin ‘Roots and Shoots’ Projects

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by ZACH JUNKIN The VOICE

After being selected to take part in the Jane Goodall Institute’s Roots and Shoots program in October, six E.L Crossley students are embracing the opportunity to create change in their community.

According to JGI, the program “empowers youth to be active global citizens who are able to critically examine environmental and social issues and then create long-term solutions in their own communities.”

Six students and one teacher from E.L. Crossley Secondary School were selected to take part in the Jane Goodall Institute’s Roots and Shoots program. Pictured, from left to right: Mikayla Lepp, Lauryn Vervaeke, Abby Loewen, Tori Gilbert, teacher Sharon Keller, Julia Labricciosa, and Matthew Beard.

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NRPS OFFICER SENTENCED FOR BREACH OF TRUST AND CONSPIRACY Page 5

BANTAMS TAKE TOURNAMENT CHAMPIONSHIP Page 8

NRPS SEEK ASSISTANCE TO IDENTIFY RIGHTFUL OWNER OF MILITARY MEDALS Page 8

FONTHILL VOLUNTEER FIRE ARREST ASSOCIATION ANNUAL TOY DRIVE MADE IN This year, the Christmas FONTHILL Toy Drive will also be accepting dog and cat SHOPPERS food for needy families with pets. Items can be ROBBERY dropped off at the Pelham Station#1 Fire Hall, the Fonthill Library, TD Bank, Meridian Credit Union, CIBC, the Town of Pelham Office, and both the Fenwick and Fonthill RBC Royal Bank locations.

John Hoadley and Yvon Audette hold up early Toy Drive donations while John Kiss and Sparky look on from a vintage Fire Truck.

The Fonthill Volunteer Fire Association’s 26th Annual Toy Drive kicks off this Saturday, and looks to make the holidays a little brighter for someone in need. Residents are encouraged to donate a new toy and/or a warm blanket to be distributed to those less fortunate over the holiday season.

Collections will end on Sunday, December 13th.

For more information, call 905-892-4122.

NRPS-At approximately 5:30 pm on Saturday November 28, 2015 a lone male attended the Shoppers Drug Mart on Highway 20 in Pelham and proceeded to the pharmacy section. The male was wearing a disguise. The male demanded a quantity of narcotics from the Pharmacist and indicated he had a weapon.

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ARREST MADE IN FONTHILL SHOPPERS ROBBERY A subsequent investigation by members of the Niagara Regional Police Central Region Detective Office lead to the quick arrest of this individual.

Charged with Robbery, Disguise with Intent, Possession of a Firearm Contrary to Order and Breach of Probation is 27 year old Welland resident. He was held in custody pending a Bail Hearing.

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Further investigation into this incident involving members of the Central Region Detective Office, Provincial Weapons Enforcement Unit and the Emergency Services Unit lead to several search warrants being executed and the arrest of a second individual.

Charged with Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm [3 Counts], Restricted Firearm in Motor Vehicle contrary [2 Counts], Firearms Storage Contrary to Regulations [3 Counts], Firearms stored with Ammunition in a Careless Manner [3 Counts], Firearm Possession Contrary to Prohibition Order [3 Counts], Explosive Possession Contrary to Prohibition Order , Possess Explosive Substance - No Lawful Excuse, Possess Prohibited Weapon [2 Counts] and Possession of Schedule I Substance (Oxycodone) for the Purposes of Trafficking is a 27 year old resident of Port Colborne.

Bill Ferion and Ken Suthons of the Fabulous Fenwick Lions stand beside their newly erected Christmas tree in Downtown Fenwick.

The Fabulous Fenwick Lions may have started something special by erecting a Christmas tree in the lot next to the Avondale store in downtown Fenwick on Monday. Planted by Lions Ken Suthons and Bill Ferion, the service club hopes that the lighting of the tree can become an annual event in the future. The tree was donated

by Scott Hinan of Pine Gables Farm, and put up with permission from Larry Stewart of the Avondale store. It will be powered by neighboring Mutual Support Systems.

The Lions will be decorating the tree sometime during the week.

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The second man was also held in custody pending a Bail Hearing.

“Red-breasted Merganser with Goby.” Photo Credit: Dave Robinson.

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Ken Bailey (of Fonthill) visiting his daughter Laurie Corna on a recent trip to London, England and Paris France.

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Two distinguished birding guides will be leading a small motor coach bus tour along the Niagara River on Saturday Dec. 5, to discover why it’s been called a paradise for over-wintering waterfowl and gulls. This very accessible tour still has room for more enthusiastic souls. Seniors with walkers have attended and Carla Carlson, the owner of Niagara Nature Tours who is organizing the fieldtrip and luncheon, said “Anyone with a scooter or wheelchair accessible vehicle is welcome to follow along behind our little bus. Most of the stops are accessible and this will be very interesting for experts and beginner birders alike.

It’s nice to get out of the house to see something new and it’s a great day of fun and comradery.”

Avid birder John Black, retired Brock University physics professor, and Dan Salisbury, a second-generation birder from the Niagara Peninsula will be leading this bus tour. They will be using scopes and with expert guidance everyone will be able to see individual birds very clearly.

Carlson said this tour is actually a good outing for anyone who is blind or with visual impairment, because they will learn lots from the discussion on the bus, “..and it’s stunning to hear the ducks interesting musical chatter on the water as they call to each other.

With hundreds of birds in “rafts” it can make for quite a cacophony.

The Niagara River Corridor, a globally significant bird area for gulls and

waterfowl also includes a myriad of bird species including loons, vultures, grebes, swans, peregrine falcons and bald eagles.

It supports one of the world’s most spectacular concentrations of gulls, with 21 species recorded and one-day counts of over 100,000 individuals.

Having migrated south from Greenland and the Canadian Arctic they feed on alewives, shiners and other small fish in the rushing open water of the Niagara River.

In 1996 the Niagara River was designated an Important Bird Area, (IBA) and became the first site to be identified jointly as a globally significant IBA by both Canada and the US.

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Fonthill Spa Celebrates 5 Year Anniversary

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CELL TOWER APPROVED On November 16 Council supported a proposal for an Xplornet Communications Tower at 1261 Victoria Avenue to improve internet coverage and service for rural residents, after receiving no objections from public input meetings.

“I get emails from rural residents quite often about increasing coverage for internet etc. so hopefully that will be an option for them,” said Mayor Augustyn following Council’s decision.

Xplornet will install the tower within 6 months.

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On Saturday, November 21st, Lissaje Esthetics celebrated five years in Fonthill’s downtown core.

Melissa Iannazzo, who opened the spa in 2010 after taking over what was then the Celtic Goddess, looks back positively on the last half decade.

Melissa has made the most of her opportunity in what has been largely a difficult economy, and credits customer loyalty for her continued success in a transitioning downtown area that has seen some new businesses struggle and old staples go into retirement.

“Running this spa over the last five years has been the most fulfilling span of my career,” she told the Voice.

“Every year gets better and better.”

“I appreciate all my clients who have supported me and the spa, allowing me to be here as long as I have,” she said. “I look forward too many more years here at this location.”

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EDITORIAL Letter to the Editor I have sat back and read articles regarding the spending in this town and can no longer listen to the rhetoric. The Mayor says he wants input on spending our taxpayer’s money, so here it is: How about council start with reducing their spending.

Not once has council acknowledged that they are digging a dangerous hole of “Deficit Spending” with tax payer money, apparently nearing minus $14 million by the end of 2015. Deficit spending is a poor way of achieving budget goals. I do not run my household on a deficit and I expect politicians at all levels to do the same.

The initial costs for the new arena complex that is on the Town’s list of goals came in at $54 million and even if cut in half would be close to $26 million. When added to the $14 million already on the books this would equal a deficit of $40 million. And I haven’t even touched on the cost of fundraising, building, and construction consultants.

Put all of this into perspective with the population. I for one am not willing to take on a 5%,10%, or 15-20% tax increase to house a hockey team. Was the move of the Jr. B team from Pt. Colborne to Pelham a tool to try &legitimize a new arena?

Sometimes you have to say no to projects if you don’t have the means to pay for them. It is part of council’s job to spend taxpayers money wisely, be accountable, and to set a budget and stick to it without overspending. The Mayor and Council will have acted irresponsibly if they leave as their legacy a trail of deficit spending, and a monetary mess for the next group to clean up In short, if you don’t have the money, don’t spend it.

I for one want Council to hold their spending within their means, and ours.

Sincerely Richard Kavanagh, Fenwick, Ontario.

Ontario Accepting Senior Community Grant Program Applications Ontario is now accepting applications for the 2016 Seniors Community Grant Program to help more seniors stay active and engaged in their communities.

The province is investing $2 million to support not-for-profit community projects that increase volunteerism, social inclusion and community engagement for seniors.

Projects that have previously been funded by the grant program include: programs that enhance financial literacy, health and nutrition promotional programs including

dance classes for seniors, cultural day trips, and conversational Ojibwe classes for Aboriginal seniors and children.

“Social inclusion is a priority for our seniors, since they often play an essential role in families and in our community,” said Monique Raymond, President of Mishko Bimaadziwin Family Support Services. “We are happy to have the support of the Ontario government as we work to create opportunities for engagement and for cultural knowledge transfer, which is beneficial not only to our

Elders and seniors, but to the younger generations and community at large.”

Launched in 2014, the Seniors Community Grant Program aims to reduce social isolation that can have negative effects on seniors’ quality of life.

Since its launch, the program has supported 544 projects, helping close to 116,000 seniors participate in their communities.

Keeping seniors engaged is part of the government’s four-part plan to build Ontario up. The plan includes investing in people’s talents and skills, making the largest

investment in public infrastructure in Ontario’s history, creating a dynamic, supportive environment where business thrives, and building a secure savings plan.

Applications are open between November 30, 2015 and March 4, 2016. Applications for projects aimed at the planning and promotion of Canada’s 150th birthday in 2017 will also be considered.

The Seniors Community Grant Program is part of Ontario’s Action Plan for Seniors.

An Inhospitable Climate There are some very important things happening in France this week, though perhaps not in the form that people expected.

activists were suspected of planning ‘violent protests’ according to the French Interior Minister, and so were pre-emptively quarantined.

Nearly 150 world leaders met in Paris this week to take part in a twelve day conference on climate change.

The decisions they reach won’t be legally binding, nor will the actions they undertake meet the standards recommended by actual scientists. It will undoubtedly end with politicians being politicians, which generally means a whole lot of hot air.

‘So what?’ some will ask, ‘violent protests are unacceptable, lock ‘em up.’ Which French authorities would have certainly done if they had any evidence indicating criminal activity. But they didn’t, arguably because there was none, and so placed these folks under house arrest instead, which under these newly enacted emergency laws does not require there to be a charge. Did the French government simply use these emergency measures as an excuse to lock up some inconvenient citizens?

However, one interesting note that has been largely lost in the hubbub was the fact that a number of France’s most prominent environmental activists were placed under house arrest using emergency laws put in place following the Paris attacks on November 13. The

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Regardless of how one feels about climate change politics, both sides of the spectrum should be concerned when citizens can be confined to house arrest without charge. It is disconcerting to see governments lock up activists with laws meant to fight terrorism. Citizens from around the world should pay close attention to what has happened in Paris, and think long and hard the next time their own governments ask for increased ‘emergency measures’ that they pinky swear to only use when absolutely necessary.

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Cute as a Button designer Heather McCarthy shows off some of the unique, wearable button art she makes at Christmas in the Country, held in Fenwick over the weekend. The event was hosted by the Friends of the Maple Acres Library, with all proceeds going to the Pelham Library. PHOTO CREDIT: Zach Junkin.

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NRPS Officer CROSSWORD Sentenced for Breach of Trust and Conspiracy

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NRPS- On September 18, 2015 in the Superior Court of Justice in Welland, Niagara Regional Police Constable Scott Heron was convicted of Conspiracy to commit an indictable offence, Breach of Trust by Public Officer, and Unlawful possession of Imported Goods

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Heron has been suspended from the NRPS since September 27, 2012. Municipal police services are governed by the Police Services Act (PSA) which is Provincial Legislation. The PSA does not permit services to stop paying a suspended officer until he or she has been convicted of a criminal offence and sentenced to a period of incarceration.

With the sentence delivered today Heron will be suspended from the Niagara Regional Police Service without pay, effective immediately. Heron’s employment status will be addressed pursuant to the discipline process according to the Police Services Act.

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“The reputation of the service is tarnished by this behaviour and public trust is diminished,” said NRPS Chief Jeff McGuire. “It is my responsibility to ensure that actions such as those exhibited by Scott Heron are investigated in a professional manner. The facts upon which Scott Heron was convicted are disturbing and are not reflective of the men and women who work in accordance with their oath every single day. The Niagara Regional Police Service is committed to restoring the trust of the public which has been defamed by the actions of a few.”

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Should I get an escape ladder?

Escape ladders are portable roll-up or foldable ladders, which can be dropped out the window to evacuate the building during an emergency. They should not be confused with fire escapes, which are fixed stairs that have been erected off the building. Escape

ladders work somewhat like boat ladders. They are generally made from aluminum or heavy plastic chain with rigid bars as the rungs of the ladder. Escape ladders come in different lengths, as they are made to accommodate either two- or three-storey homes. You keep the ladder folded up in a box in your bedroom. When you need to use the ladder, you hook the top portion of it over the window sill and drop the rest out of the window.

According to the National Fire Protection Association, fire can spread rapidly through your home, leaving you with as little as one or two minutes to escape safely once the alarm sounds. Imagine yourself waking up in the middle of the night, disoriented, trying to find an escape ladder that you have tucked away somewhere.

Then, you still have to unlatch the window, open it, pop out any screens that may be covering it, unpack the ladder, ensure you have it pointed the right way, hook it up to the window sill, and drop it down below. Once the ladder is securely in place, you have to climb out the window and lower yourself to the ground. This takes some physical ability and focus, and if you have never done this before it can be quite daunting.

Before you purchase an escape ladder, consider how quickly you can get out of the house using the regular route. There are no regulations that mention the use of escape ladders as part of the evacuation from a building. If you do intend to purchase one, ensure the load capacity is adequate, it is UL tested (an independent product safety testing, certification and inspection organization) and that it fits the window you intend to use it for. Be sure to practice using the ladder regularly and to keep it easily accessible at all times. Early detection (i.e. working smoke alarms) and fire prevention are key to fire safety.

If you have any questions about this or other fire safety related matters, contact the Pelham Fire Prevention Officer, Saskia Holditch, at (905) 892-2607 ext. 202 or at sholditch@pelham.ca.

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Flu shots save lives

November 25, 2015 (OTTAWA)

For most of us, influenza will cause a few days of fever, cough and generally feeling unwell. But for some, this highly contagious respiratory disease can lead to severe complications requiring hospitalization, or even to death.

“Many Canadians don’t know that children under the age of five and seniors over sixty-five, people with chronic illnesses such as asthma, diabetes or heart disease, pregnant women, Aboriginal people, people who are obese, and residents of nursing homes and other health care facilities are vulnerable groups that need protection from influenza,” explains Dr. Shelly McNeil, Chair of Immunize Canada.

“This makes influenza prevention by healthy individuals who can pass it on to those at high risk for severe complications a necessity,” says Dr. McNeil. “Healthy individuals can shed the influenza virus and transmit it before they experience any symptoms. That’s why it is so important to get vaccinated against influenza every year.”

Tis’ The Season to Show you Care

Photo captions goes here. Tis’ The Season to Show you Care was a huge success again this year! Many local women enjoyed an evening of wine, food, and prizes, resulting in a donation of over $1,700 to Pelham Cares. The event was hosted by Nancy Pye and Tammy Willard at Lookout Point Country ClubThank you to all of those who attended. Pictured: Nancy Pye (2nd from right) presents the proceeds to Nancy Yungblut, Lori Grande & Colleen McCarthy of Pelham Cares.

This fall, the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) recommends that all Canadians six months of age and older and people at high risk receive the seasonal influenza vaccine. The seasonal influenza vaccine is safe and prevents the spread of influenza.

The best time to get vaccinated is from October through to December, but it is never too late. Talk to your doctor, nurse, pharmacist or public health office about getting vaccinated with this year’s influenza vaccine.

Immunize Canada is a national coalition with the overall aim of increasing awareness about the benefits of immunization and promoting the understanding and use of vaccines as recommended by the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI). For more information, visit immunize.ca.

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SPORTS

Bantams Take Tournament Championship

The Pelham Powell Drywall Bantam AE Panthers. Pictured: [Back row left to Right] JP Narbonne (manager), Len Stolk (assistant coach), Harry Powell (trainer), Mitchell Waldt, Hayden Stewart, Carson Stolk, Zach Baltrusiunas, Ryan Belovari, Mark Leduc (head coach) Josh Major, Sean Stewart (assistant coach).

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The Pelham Powell Drywall Bantam AE Panthers captured the Winston Watson Memorial AE Tournament championship this past weekend in Huntsville.

The Panthers opened by squeaking out a 3-2 victory Friday afternoon against Tavistock. Saturday morning brought a tough opponent and Pelham fell to Timmins 2-1. However in their afternoon contest, the Panthers rebounded with a solid 6-1 victory over Porcupine.

Pelham advanced to the semi-finals Sunday morning and once again met the Timmins squad. Pelham battled to a close 2-1 win in the rematch which set up a highly anticipated game in the finals against the undefeated host Huntsville Otters.

Pelham opened the scoring early in the game and set a very physical tone.

The Panthers continued to use their size and speed, and widened their lead to two goals after two periods. Huntsville’s offence was neutralized

completely in the third period and the Panthers cruised to a dominating 4-1 victory over the host team.

The Bantam AE will look forward to continuing their strong league play over the next few weeks and will be participating in the International Silver Stick Tournament in early January.

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PANTHERS BATTLE TO FIND BACK OF THE NET

Panther’s goalkeeper Jarrett Moore prepares to intercept a pass by

by Fort Erie in last Friday’s GOJHL Junior B game in Pelham. PHOTO CREDIT: Panthers Staff.

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The Pelham Panthers hosted Fort Erie in their regular season Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League home game last Friday at Pelham Arena.

After the opening highlight puck drop by Panther’s visiting Trainer and Olympic sprinter Ben Johnson, both teams embarked on a spirited and competitive first period of play. Unfortunately, Panthers fell prey to some interesting officiating and had to work with the 16 infractions and 61 minutes of penalty minutes metered out to them.

Once again, Pelham’s penalty kill units were

up to the task and almost flawless, only allowing Fort Erie one power play goal. Unfortunately for Pelham, Fort Erie managed to add another six even-strength goals to take the game.

The Panthers made the drive to Ancaster the following night to visit the second place Ancaster Avalanche. In a much more disciplined and entertaining game, the Panthers had tied the score in the first, but despite some excellent plays by Pelham in the second, the period finished with Ancaster having scored 3 unanswered goals. The final score was 6-1 in favour of the home team.

The Panthers are at home for two games this week: Tuesday December 1 against Niagara Falls and then again at their regular home game slot this Friday December 4 (7:30pm) against the Thorold Blackhawks. This will be one of the popular “FiredUp Friday” games, where all students and minor hockey players can get in for just a Toonie! What better way to spend a Friday than watching exciting Junior hockey at the Pelham Arena against local adversaries, learning some new plays, and of course cheering the Panthers on to a win! See you there!

NRPS Seek Assistance to Identify Rightful Owner of Military Medals On Wednesday September 24, 2014, the Niagara Falls Street Crime unit of the Niagara Regional Police Service executed a search warrant at a Niagara Falls hotel. During the course of the investigation, Police located several pieces of stolen property. Two Canadian Forces medals were seized for safe-keeping in hopes that the rightful owner would contact police. Since September 2014, police have been unsuccessful in locating the rightful owner of the medals.

NRPS is requesting the assistance of the public to locate the rightful owner of the medals. One medal was issued to recognize 12 years of military service. The second medal was issued for service overseas on a NATO mission.

Please help the NRPS find the rightful owner of these Canadian Military medals. Contact 905-688-4111 ext. 5107 with information

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Giving the Gift of Christmas

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Canadians are a philanthropic bunch. According to the 2015 BMO Charitable Giving Survey, 80 per cent of Canadians plan to make a charitable donation in the next 12 months, averaging an annual total of $694. While the percentage of people planning to donate is down ten percentage points from last year, it is in line with the four year average of 81 per cent dating back to 2012.

Canadians are especially generous around the holidays. According to the national charitable organization Imagine Canada, donations are expected to total approximately $5 billion between now and the end of the year.

Cash donations are still the most popular way of giving, but both charity and donor can benefit from more tax efficient ways of achieving their philanthropic goals.

Gifting publicly listed securities, such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds to registered charities is one such way. A donor who sells the shares of appreciated securities, and donates the cash, is taxed on capital gains.

However, if the shares are donated directly, the charity issues a tax receipt based on the fair market value of the securities. The charity gets the full value of the shares and the donor gets a full value tax credit without the imposition of capital gains taxes.

RSPs can also be used for philanthropic purposes by having the donor name a charity as beneficiary of their registered plan. On death, the balance of the plan transfers directly to the charity, and the estate receives a tax credit for the value on disposition. This can offset taxes on final income and effectively bypass probate fees. Flexibility is another advantage because the donor can change the beneficiary if circumstances change.

Insurance can be used in a similar fashion by transferring the ownership of the life insurance policy and naming the charity as beneficiary. When the donor passes, the charity receives the policy’s cash surrender value plus any net accumulated dividends and interest. The resulting tax credit can be applied to a final tax return. Also, any additional premiums paid to the insurance company by the donor are considered a charitable donation and are thus eligible for further tax credits.

Donor Advised Fund funds set up endowments wherein the donor makes an irrevocable contribution of cash and other assets, which are invested to maximize the worth of the donation and increase its value. Investors can set grant recommendations and choose which registered charities receive donations. In return they are provided with an immediate tax benefit and they have a continuing philanthropic legacy.

Those wishing to donate to a charity but still needing income can use a Charitable Remainder Trust. Assets, such as income-producing real estate, are transferred into a trust and the donor gets an immediate tax benefit. The donor receives lifetime income and the charity receives the assets when the donor dies.

Kim Inglis, CIM, PFP, FCSI, AIFP is an Investment Advisor & Portfolio Manager with Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management, a division of Canaccord Genuity Corp., Member – Canadian Investor Protection Fund. www.reynoldsinglis.ca. The views in this column are solely those of the author.

Karlyn Van Vliet raised $100 for Rose City Kids by making and selling bracelets. Pictured: Karlyn Van Vliet and RCK representative Sonya Wierenga

“I wanted to help other kids have a better Christmas,” said Karlyn.

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Karlyn Van Vliet is getting into the Christmas spirit early this year, donating $100 to Rose City Kids on Monday.

The third grade E.W Farr student raised the money by making and selling bracelets with the help of her sisters. She hopes that the money will go towards making the Rose City Kids Christmas extra special since so many kids that attend programs there have so little.

Karlyn spent about ten to fifteen minutes on each bracelet, making three or four a day. She then sold them to other students, teachers, and parents for $2 each.

Sonya Wierenga, who was on hand to accept the donation for Rose City Kids, praised Karlyn’s efforts and generosity: “Karlyn is an example of a young child with a huge heart to serve others less fortunate,” she said.

Places of Worship and Events Bethany Christian Reformed Church 1040 Balfour St., Fenwick, ON L0S 1C0 (905) 892-8980 Concordia Luthern Church 105 Welland Rd. Fonthill, ON L0S 1E4 (905) 892-8877 Fenwick Church of Christ 765 Welland Rd., Fenwick, ON L0S 1C0 (905) 892-5661 Fenwick United Church 1050 Church St., Fenwick, ON L0S 1C0 (905) 892-3081 First Presbyterian Church 602 Metler Rd., Fenwick, ON L0S 1C0 (905) 892-4716 Fonthill Baptist Church 1414 Pelham St., Fonthill, ON L0S 1E0 (905) 892-3925

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Glad Tidings Church of God 1 Pancake Lane, Fonthill, ON L0S 1E0 (905) 892-5122

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Holy Trinity Anglican Church 1557 Pelham St., Fonthill, ON L0S1E0 (905) 892-6011

St. Alexander’s Roman Catholic Church 50 Pelham Town Sq., Fonthill, ON L0S 1E0 (905) 892-3090

Kirk on the Hill Presbyterian Church 1344 Haist St., Fonthill, ON L0S 1E0 (905) 892-3729

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Health Over All Celebrates Grand Opening On Saturday, November 28th the practitioners at Health Over All in Fonthill celebrated their Grand Opening with an Open House at their brand new facility at 170 Highway 20 W. Dr. Jordin Wiggins ND; Joanne Hancock, OMT; and Jillian Bevan were all on hand to provide visitors with a tour of the space and information about their new practice.

of unique,” explained Wiggins. “There are other NDs in the Region but we are really trying to have a holistic model of care.

If you have a physical concern you see the Osteopath, if you have something physiologic you see the Naturopath, and if you want help with your diet you see the Nutritionist. So we’re trying to build a one stop shop for integrated health care.”

“What we’re trying to do with this integrated healthcare centre is kind

It’s a system that she sees working in tandem with a patient’s medical doctor,

rather than distinct from them: “I think a lot of people feel that our care has to be separate, that it is a one or the other, but we like to compliment the care people are already receiving.”

Fonthill natives, both Wiggins and Bevan are excited to be working in the area. “I was born and raised here,” said Wiggins, “and I always knew I wanted to come back to my hometown.”

Jillian Bevan; Dr. Jordin Wiggins; Mayor Augustyn; and Joanne Hancock OMT cut the ribbon at the Grand Opening of their new practice Health Over All.

Citizens of Pelham 25th ANNUAL

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Help us share the Joy of the Season with those who are less fortunate Volunteers will be calling 9:30am - 1:00pm in Fonthill, Fenwick, Ridgeville & North Pelham

If you live in a rural area, drop-off points include: Clare’s Cycle • North Pelham Avondale • Star Tile Centre Century 21 Today Realty Pelham & Quaker Road Meridian Credit Union • Both Lions Club Halls (Saturday Only)

Items collected benefit Pelham Cares with assistance provided to Open Arms Mission, Hope Centre and Salvation Army.

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Crossley Students Begin ‘Roots and Shoots’ Projects The program kicked off in late October with a ‘Launch + Link’ event in Toronto that allowed Crossley’s participants to network and brainstorm with other specially selected students from across the province.

There, they were also introduced to a number of adult ‘influencers’- including Jane Goodall and Premier Kathleen Wynne- who will provide insight and guidance to the student-led projects over the coming months.

15-year-old Julia Labricciosa, one of the Crossley students selected, spoke excitedly about her group’s project, which focuses on invasive species awareness. “Each member is tackling a project related to that theme,” she said. “My idea was to create awareness and take action against invasive species in home gardens.

We will eventually bring our individual projects together and create some kind of comprehensive resource.”

By the end of the weekend, students and influencers had divided into groups based on their varying interests, and from there began working on initiatives that they could institute locally.

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