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When Neha Chugh moved to Cornwall, she felt there was no space for her here. With grit and determination, she created one for herself—and others.
“I don’t do ‘happy’ law. When clients come to me, they are usually being affected by a multiplicity of factors such as family breakdown, addiction, mental health crisis, illness—basically all the environmental, social, and familial factors you can think of,” she says. “I see people on the worst days of their lives. But I also see so much resilience and so much capacity for change. That’s kind of my engine, the gas in my tank.”
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According to Neha, her “tiger mom” really wanted her to become a prosecutor like Jack McCoy on the show “Law and Order.” Instead, she became a criminal defence lawyer and opened Chugh Law in Cornwall in 2014. Since then, she has grown the firm into the biggest barrister practice in the city. In an industry that has longstanding issues of recognizing the value of young, racialized women in leadership roles, her success as a 39-year-old woman of South Asian descent is a coup. Neha is headstrong in making space for other young people of colour in a “greying bar” in Cornwall. She serves as a reminder to many of what is possible. She’s also attracted other young lawyers to join her at her firm. In terms of a contribution to the community, this means more youthful energy and modern legal ideas.
Neha admits she isn’t always able to get a verdict of “not guilty” because that really “isn’t
Raising the Bar
But if that weren’t enough, Neha also ap proaches her job differently—from a place of compassion. Her deep knowledge of the law may get her through the procedural issues. But it’s her bachelor’s degree in social work and her master’s in community development that inform her approach to helping those who need it most.
Her penchant for advocating for the vulnerable has also led her to serve on the board of the Centre York Centre, a safe setting for visits and exchanges for families experiencing difficulties, and the Coalition for Unity, Respect & Equity/Equality for All (CUREA), an organization committed to public education, awareness, and prevention of racial injustice and systemic racism in Cornwall and area. She is on the Standard Freeholder’s community editorial board and regularly pens pieces on current affairs including diversity, racism, and access to justice.
In the end, Neha’s career as a defence attorney is a bit different than the prosecutor role her mother originally pictured. Neha says her mom will never actually tell her she is proud, but she absolutely brags to her friends about how her daughter blazes trails in the legal field and in the community. Despite all her accomplishments, Neha says it'll never be enough.
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“When I share about my family and my struggles at home, or when I crack a joke, what I’m trying to do is connect with other people in the community and show that [lawyers] are people too,” she says. “If we want access to justice to be a priority, part of that is ensuring we as lawyers are humble, approachable, and that we understand what the community needs are.”
“No matter how successful I will be, I will also always be a racialized woman, and so I’ll always be five paces behind,” she says. “I just have to continue forging on and reminding myself of how much I enjoy being a leader.”
in the cards for everyone.” But she will do her damndest to fight for the right outcome.
Her Twitter account—with more than 5,500 follow ers—allows Neha to state her views on important issues. But it’s also a platform to position herself— and others in her profession—as human.
The mother of three young children also chronicles her personal and professional life on Twitter. While her work-related posts are mostly serious, she provides great moments of levity when she writes about life at home: “Love is your partner flat ironing the back pieces of your hair.”
Inspired by antique ceramics she explored while journey ing through China, master potter Diane Sullivan puts a modern spin on popular transferware. She updates the elaborate and colourful storytelling characteristics of this vintage pottery with graphic dahlias, birds, dragonflies, and swirling music notes. We’re buzzing about her sweet Bee Ware collection, black and white mugs, teapots, berry bowls, and tubs that belong atop any gift list.
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Adept at centuries-old firing techniques, clay whisperer Brenda Sutton Mader produces chromatic textures through a centuries-old Japanese process called raku using a wood-fired kiln. If you’ve always wanted to try your hand at wheel throwing or are looking to improve your handbuilding technique, she’ll teach you her ways. Backed by 30 years of experience, she offers personal instruction to novice and advanced ceramists alike at her Alexandria-based studio.
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Katsitsionni Fox is an artist, educator, and filmmaker who makes decorative and utilitarian pit-fired clay pots in the tradition of her women ancestors. Under the banner of Lifegivers Pottery, her round-bottomed vessels often feature hand-painted effigies of beings in nature and the CreationHaudenosauneestorytohonour the vitalizing energy of Mother Earth. We’re mesmerized by her intricate carvings of Grandmother Moon, crabapple blossoms, and sweetgrass braids. Katsitsionni
A believer in handcrafted items that elevate the ev eryday, Debbie Gilmer turns out stylish utility pieces that any design (or latte) lover is sure to reach for again and again. Her South Mountain studio, Gilmer Clayworks, is lined with minimalist kitchenware and dining accessories: bowls, butter keepers, honey pots, vases, and our current obsession, her charcoal-toned faceted pour-over coffee mug. Its beauty and simplicity make it a versatile countertop star.
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If you google “best sushi in Ontario,” the Morewood Lucky Mart never makes the list.
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New Zealand native Jamie Greenfield’s experience in surf board building has evolved into custom boat fabrication. Jamie, 33, operates MiniJet out of his Berwick-based shop, where he designs 25 small, lightweight, all-terrain jet boats a year for intrepid customers worldwide.
But here’s the thing: This convenience store at the three-way stop in this small, North Dundas village (pop. <500) makes a mean roll.
In 2019, owners John and Jane Park purchased the store and stocked it with all the services and necessities for small-town life: LCBO, Canada Post, shoelaces, milk, snacks, and even a library book drop-off box. The biggest draw though—the one that has people travelling from further afield—is the fresh sushi with à la carte, pre-made, and platter options. Everything is expertly assembled by Chef Eddie, now considered a near-celebrity locally.
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Cornwall’s Ten-78 has concocted a most versatile potion. The Jalapeño Dill Hot Sauce is great on wings, delicious in a Caesar cocktail, and can also hit the right note on salmon.
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Crowley’s Deep South Pit BBQ doesn’t just fire up low-and-slow smoked briskets, pork, and ribs. This Berwick-based company also produces its signature sauce, the Peach Habanero Hot Sauce. Perfect on pizza, chicken, fish—and grilled cheese.
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Annatea Riyanti despised the way most storebought skincare products irritated her sensitive skin. Instead of continuing her neverending search for products that were natural, safe, and suitable for all skin types, the 38-yearold Cornwallite boldly decided to formulate her own. She made her moves in 2021 and partnered with an established skincare lab from Montreal. Together, they concocted an organic, vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, paraben-free, and cruelty-free product line which includes a vitamin C serum, a cleansing gel, plus a trio of moisturizing, anti-aging, and ultra repair creams. Annatea currently ships her products across North America and hopes to expand the line in the future. For now, she says, “It’s rewarding knowing that Mikaglow has gone from a personal mission to a fully grown business that helps others!”
Voluptuous to athletic, hourglass to pear— women come in all shapes and sizes. Melanie McBain is on a mission to make sure they feel comfortable and sensual in their own skin—and their lingerie. In 2021, the 33-year-old mother of two launched Enchanté, a Cornwall-based company that revolves around body positivity and inclusivity. Instead of offering aspirational lingerie (think skimpy scraps that fit only 1% of female bodies), the online marketplace stocks pretty and practical pieces that reflect the desires of real consumers with real bodies. For Enchanté, it’s all about putting a little swagger in your sexy. f enchantelingerie.ca
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I always wanted to be a DJ since I was little. I loved music. I would be the one who played mu sic at family parties. I would bring a boombox on the bus for our away games and pretend I was DJ-ing. Music touches you in so many different
WHAT’S YOUR TYPICAL DAY LIKE?
ways. It can make you laugh, it can make you cry. Make you think. Music means something different to everyone. I can’t sing, I can’t dance. I just hit the buttons. I know what goes with what.
WHO DOES CKON SERVE?
I host the Get Up and Go Morning Show. I pick the music, gather and deliver local news, sports and weather while welcoming fellow on-air personalities Dalton, Owistha Woman, and BY JADE THOMPSON
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WHEN DID YOU GET YOUR START AS A RADIO DJ?
WHY RADIO?
We primarily serve Akwesasne and the Seaway Valley, and have about a 95-kilometre radius. People can listen online anywhere in the world. Listeners have tuned in from across Canada and the United States, as well as Cuba, China, Turkey, and parts of Africa.
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I had just turned 14. CKON was three years old, broadcasting from a cabin on Cornwall Island. A friend’s mom asked if we could volunteer on weekends to try it out. We would just giggle on the air. It was really cool to play our favourite songs. Our friends would call in requests. We always made the best mix tapes! Eventually, she went on to cosmetology and I stuck with radio.
Reen Cook is easily the most recognizable voice in the Seaway Valley. She’s been on the air at 97.3 CKON in Akwesasne since 1987. As a quick reference, the top song that year was “Walk Like an Egyptian” by The Bangles. Most likely, she played that cassette on her boom box while riding the bus to high school.
We have to be patient and remember that we all learned. I got a chance. They let me keep coming to work! We have to do that for others who are new to it and never think that we’re too good to have someone on the radio. We need to stay humble. That's how you learn.
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FRIDAYS SURE ARE INTERESTING ON CKON. WHAT’S THAT ABOUT?
WHAT’S SPECIAL ABOUT COMMUNITY RADIO?
YOU’RE UNIVERSALLY LOVED BY YOUR COMMUNITY AND NONINDIGENOUS LISTENERS ALIKE. WHAT’S YOUR SECRET?
YOU’RE A FAN FAVOURITE WHEN IT COMES TO RADIO BINGO. WHAT DO YOU ENJOY THE MOST ABOUT IT?
One of our biggest moments was the Ice Storm of 1998. When community leaders came on the air, it seemed like no one believed them. The weather got worse day after day. The station became a two-way radio because we had phone lines on both sides of the border. When someone needed help, they’d call us and we’d call the police to send help. That
Free Format Friday was created about 25 years ago. It was a day for listeners who didn’t like country music. It was supposed to feel like a party. So George Jones comes on, then AC/DC right after, then Cinderella. I pictured it like a bonfire. One of the lines I would use on the air was, “It’s like a jukebox without the quarters!” I love Free Format Friday
I love what I do and I think CKON listeners and our bingo players can feel that. I try as hard as I can to promote our community, and I think people appreciate that, too.
I’ve learned not to ask kids what their favourite radio station is while we’re live on the air! They don’t always say CKON.
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WHAT’S THE FUTURE OF COMMUNITY RADIO?
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There are people who don’t like classic country music, but they listen because their parents or grandparents listen. It takes them back to a certain time or place and brings them memo ries. Sometimes, you go into someone’s house, especially if they’re elders, and the radio is on all the time. It means something to me when CKON is on in their home.
If it’s a long trip, I listen to Howard Stern. He is one of the best interviewers I’ve ever heard. If I’m by myself, that’s what I listen to. When I want to feel something, I put music on. I’ve made thousands of CDs and cassettes. I still have my original iPod with 10,000 songs on it. I won’t let that library go, even though I can play any song I want right now. That’s not any fun.
Chantelle the Celebrity for their segments. The rest of my time is devoted to office duties as Station Manager. I also host our talk show, Tetewatha:ren (Let’s All Talk), Radio Bingo, and conduct live remote broadcasts.
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was happening around the clock. We shared live updates about power outages from say, Barney Rourke’s to Bulldogs Hill. Just like that, because we can. You won’t hear that anywhere else. That’s what it’s all about.
FINDING YOUR “RADIO” VOICE MUST BE TOUGH.
We have to work to stay relevant. Content is important. You can make your playlists on Spotify or whatever, but you won’t hear that there's a bear on Cook Road! We need to al ways have something to provide, content-wise. That’s big for me. Today, radio is a business. CKON is a family member.
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I enjoy calling bingo because of our elders. It’s a fun activity for them. They don’t have to leave their house or go to a smoky room to play. It usually connects them with someone else and turns Tuesday evening into a social event.
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Jaymie Secord is what you’d call a mountain man. Actually, the 40-year-old resident has branded himself “Joe Wilderness” and so far has bagged 25 of the 46 High Peaks of the Adirondack Mountains in a quest to become a Not“46er”.limited to Upstate New York climbing, he’s also climbed hills in Ontario and Quebec and in January 2021 jetted to Bali with his love, Lauren Secord, to climb Gunung Batur (1,717m). When the pandemic shut down cross-border travel, he shifted his focus to scaling domestic summits including Ha Ling Peak (2,407m) last summer in the Canadian Rockies.
Joekilometres.Wilderness is hosting guided hiking trips this summer. Join him— ‘cause you know you’ll never regret the view.
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His schedule this year is full of altitude too. This summer, he plans on scaling the tallest moun tain in Africa, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania (5,895m), and climbing one of the greatest pinnacles of New England, Mount Katahdin (1,605m). Plus, at the urging of Lauren, the pair will trek the Grand Canyon from rim to rim for a distance of about 48
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As we make our return to the social scene, we’re making up for lost time.
Two years of staying home more (a lot more!) has us shaking up our pri orities and overhauling our fashion choices. Is it time to swap out sweat shirts for sequins, tee shirts for tiaras,
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may have changed, but some local haunts haven’t. Come with us to an iconic local restaurant, unchanged by time, as we explore vintage vibes through a fierce lens.
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One year ago. It’s 7 o'clock on a Friday night. There’s a closet full of dresses, racks full of shoes, and trays of sparkling accessories—and nowhere to go. Dreaming of a night out in stilettos and winged eyeliner, you fall asleep once again in sad grey sweatpants and a tattered tee shirt.
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Social media has had a huge impact on promoting secondhand fashion and self-ex pression. The effect was amplified through out the pandemic, with many scouring their feeds for fresh finds, rather than browsing in-store.
“It helped people realize you don’t have to constantly buy new,” says Dayna Gunn, own er of dg vintage in downtown Cornwall. She also notes that people are becoming more aware of how important it is to be more eco-conscious and zero waste, whether it be with household supplies, food, or fashion.
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Indigenous artists, river recreation, local foods, and cultural events: Akwesasne isn't your big city or nature retreat. It’s a special place with a creative soul and we’re excited to connect with you.
IMMERSIVE, INDIGENOUS CULTURAL TOURS
Akwesasne has many stories to tell. From the ancient art of basket making and herbal medicine to the traditions of lacrosse and music, Akwesasne has a rich culture that is waiting to be explored.
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If you’re looking to step away from regular life and step into a quiet retreat, this guide’s for you. You’ll find four local gems that are worth booking tout de suite. We added some suggestions for additional activities for you (or you and your +1). What are you waiting for? The countryside is calling!
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Live in the lap of luxury in this 525-squarefoot guest home on the St. Lawrence River. With its fenced yard, large patios with BBQ, a fire pit, and stairs down to your private deck with a swim ladder, you could never leave the house and still have all you need.
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• Grab a bite on the patio at nearby Sheep's Head Bistro, voted Cornwall’s #1 restaurant on Tripadvisor. Or, get your meal to go and enjoy it back at the tiny home while watching the sunset and passing ships. fsheepsheadbistro.ca
• Head to Glen Walter Park for a stroll or rollerblade on the 2.1-kilometre walking loop, to play a few rounds of beach volleyball, or to shoot some hoops.
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• Grab the complimentary bikes and take them for a spin on the Waterfront Trail. fbit.ly/SG-waterfront-trail
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This sweet spot is nestled on a quiet one-acre treed lot and tricked out with all the extras: a boat dock, Level 2 EV car charging (on re quest), and a gas fireplace for cool evenings. Bring some rods if you want to fish off the low er deck. Bonus points if you catch some perch!
• Get out on the river on the provided pad dleboards or grab an early-morning lesson down the road in Cornwall with Lucy, an Advanced Paddleboard Instructor. flucyhillfitness.com
Farm guests have access to the entire property, which also backs onto the Glengarry Trails (glengarrytrails.com) system. Rent an onsite e-bike (or in winter, a set of snowshoes) to explore this 45-acre property—and the 1,000 acres of adjacent forest—to your heart’s content.
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• Park yourself on the warm, white sand at Island Park Beach or take a refreshing swim in Mill Pond. f bit.ly/alexandria-island-park
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• Get in a game at Bowman’s Tag in Maxville. Think dodgeball, only archery style with bows and padded arrows. fbowmanstag.com
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• Looking for something to sip? Stop by Buvette du Marché at cocktail hour, swing by Wood Brothers Brewing Co. on the weekend, or stop in at Stonehouse Vineyard for a wine and food tasting package. fbuvettegastropub Kwoodbrothersbrewingcompany fstonehousevineyard.ca
Go off-grid at this biodynamic and biodiverse farm in historic Alexandria. Snag a 200-squarefoot solar-powered cabin with a sleeping loft, small fridge, BBQ, and composting modern toilet for a self-sustaining experience. If you feel like company, there’s an on-site cookhouse for ten guests.
The camp has cozy accommodations includ ing private cabins and a multi-bed, open-plan bunkhouse. Visitors can sip a refreshing straw berry drink in the screen house while taking in the tranquil river view. Available for group overnights or retreats, the experience includes communal home-cooked meals prepared onsite using traditional foods and methods of the Mohawk people. Camp staff can put together bespoke experiences with both in-house and outside presenters.
• The waterfront is sandy and not too deep, so bring your swimsuit for a cool dip. Or, take a canoe ride around the bay—be sure to watch for jumping sturgeon.
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• Request a medicine walk to learn about the healing properties of native plants and fungi growing wild on the lush island.
• Learn some Kanien’kéha (that’s Mohawk) words and phrases from local speakers. Hear about the importance of preserving this Indigenous language, and find out what’s being done to pass it on to local youths.
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Akwesasne Thompson IslandCultural Camp
Kick back and connect with nature at this immersive, eco-cultural camp. Join its friendly and knowledgeable crew for unique cultural activities and seasonal demonstrations.
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Pickalotta Treehouse
• Take in an outdoor summer concert at StoneCropAcres Winery and Vineyard or simply stop by for a tasting of their small artisanal wine and cider batches at the on-site tasting room or outdoor patio. f stonecropacres.ca
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• Take an 18-kilometre bike ride to the Upper Canada Creamery, where they use their own milk to produce top-quality, organic, grass-fed dairy products. f uppercanadacreamery.com
In the summertime, intrepid guests will appre ciate picking their own veggies in the seasonal garden, cooking outdoors in the authentic earthen oven, or exploring the trails on the neighbouring property. In winter, there’s a wood-burning sauna on the frozen pond— with an access hole for a chance to experience a polar plunge!
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• Explore Winchester’s downtown. Make sure to visit The Maker’s Hub and Planted Arrow Flowers & Gifts for carefully curated gifts and housewares. K themakershubwinchester f theplantedarrow.com
Step away from the hustle and into an off-grid oasis. This two-storey treehouse, built partially with salvaged materials, has a green roof and is perched on top of reclaimed telephone poles. It comes with solar power, an outdoor shower, well water, propane heat, and an incinerator toilet.
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An artist pours herself into a life she didn’t expect— and finds beauty in the process.
In the waning light of the day, Sammy Hayes sits cross-legged on a velvet gold armchair in her small 10-by-10-foot home studio in Chesterville. She is surrounded by the necessities of her creative process: big pails, small bottles of paint, brushes, rags, jars, gallon jugs of glue, and a stack of skateboard decks. It’s hard not to crush on Sammy. She is ef fortlessly beautiful—long and lean with a big toothy smile and a headful of tousled longand-blond hair. She wears her ripped-up and paint-splattered overalls as a uniform for her full-bodied life as an artist, a singer, a farm hand, and an all-around good-time girl.
“I started this in March 2021 after a long period of feeling really removed from my art…but
“On one hand, I want people someone to hang my pieces on their wall and to cherish them forever,” she says. “But then I’m like, just shred it. Just get it out there and ride it hard.”
Creating art on skateboards is about more than just beauty for Sammy. She has re gained her ground—and her sense of self—by pouring acrylic paint on the decks and transforming them into calming and fluid-looking works of art.
She spends several days each week producing her skateboard art. She first makes a plan of attack. What colours will she use? What shapes will she create? What approach will she take? Then the hard work begins. She begins by meticulously sanding down her decks and then tapes off the sections where she wants bare wood to remain. The second day of work is dedicated to mixing paint and pouring. She mixes up her own medi um—paint, glue, water, silicone oil—and then starts laying it on the board in a fluid motion. When she blasts heat from a small culinary torch, the magic starts to happen. Cell-like shapes form and the colours move into their natural place. It gives new mean ing to “going with the flow”. After letting the decks dry for a few days, she adds a coat of hard finish to protect her work.
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“We drove into work together. We came home together. We still made dinner together. We hung out, we jammed, we did everything together. Everything.”
Sammy…
As Sammy found her voice, she also met her match. She officially met Mike at a punk show in a church basement in Kemptville when she was 15 and they hit it off as friends first, then transitioned quickly into boy friend/girlfriend status. Mike was a wickedly funny and a handsomely scruffy kid, son of Felix and Valerie, brother to HePeter.grew up on the family farm, Sybrenson Farms, a progressive dairy operation a stone’s throw away from where Sammy lives now. “I remember him as the guy who was dating a beautiful girl on student council. I was a frigging punk kid that was always going to smoke. His locker was right by the cafeteria on the way to the smoking pit so we would see each other all the time.”
Mike's death, or, as she calls it, “the day that changed it all,” Sammy’s work has served her well.
Sammy, now 31, talks with the kind of gratitude and fortitude that only comes after working through pain and coming out the other side. There’s a vulnerability about her and as much as she doesn’t want tragedy to define her, it is part of her story that she is learning to embrace.
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then I bought five blank skateboards to paint on and I was instantly in love with making art again because it merged two things that I loved so much, that Mike loved so much…” she says, her voice trailing off.
“I found a love for myself and my art again,” she says. “And I figured out that friends and family weren’t the only people who love my
On May 7, 2020, Sammy lost her love, Mike Von Gunten, in a farming accident. He was six days shy of his 30th birthday, about a month past the day he proposed marriage, and two months after the pandemic was officially declared.
Valerie Tracey Hayes was born in Perth, Ontario on December 21, 1990, the winter solstice. Her family moved around a lot in the early years but settled in a home in Chesterville right before she entered Grade 6.
Somehow, their young love never waned. They shared a home about a quarter of a mile from his family, the house Mike bought when he was 20, the house where she still lives.
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“There wasn’t really a lot of room for kids like me, you know, the artsy kind,” she says. Without any other choice, she adapted. Her stepfather built her an easel in his work shop and that gave her the space to explore her creativity.
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You hear a careful whisper of Sammy’s grief when she tells happy stories of how she and Mike hosted raucous parties, packing the house with friends and instruments. And how they took “crazy epic road trips,” like that time they drove to Memphis on a whim. And how they had “mad fun” being on stage together at shows, Mike on guitar, Sammy at the mic. And how they’d spend endless hours skateboarding together without a care in the world. And how Mike started “ripping up the carpet and gutting the room” when she said she wanted an art space.
In Grade 9, around the same time that she was creating landscape paintings and dab bling in portraiture, she picked up the guitar too. She was too shy to join the group of kids that always played music at school, but when she got home, she would pick up her acoustic guitar and sing with her sister, recording themselves on an old boombox.
in this house. It was Mike and my house and there’s so much history here,” she ex plains. “We created an awesome space for ourselves and our friends and nothing is the same anymore. It’ll be a lot easier for me to focus more on my art once I have a new place.”
Despite all the wins in the past year, Sammy has also had to pull back from committing entirely to being a full-time artist.
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art. There’s a whole world of other people that do too.”
“The biggest reason that I can’t do this fulltime is that I can’t spend that much time
Over the past year, she’s put her production in overdrive because demand for her pieces has been high. At one point, she was painting six to seven decks a day. She sells at local markets, through her personal and professional Instagram pages, and ships her boards across the country. She’s also proud to report that she was invited to exhibit five of her decks at a gallery in Smiths Falls.
To be sure, Sammy never expected her life nor her art to evolve the way it has. And she has no idea what will come at her in the future either. But from experience, she has learned that “it will still end up beautiful.”
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Three food purveyors—all recently established in the city—sat down over good food and wine to chat about their whys and the future of the culinary scene.
ON STARTING A RESTAURANT
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CARSON But what you do have is the fortitude to step up to the plate and go for it. It might not be the right time but it’s the right time for you.
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NANCY For sure. I don’t want to be too preachy about only eating a certain way. I think people need to treat themselves and find their balance. I mean, I do love a good piece of cheesecake and a glass of wine.
ON THEIR ROLE AS GASTRONOMES
STACIA I just want people to understand how easy it is to feed themselves.
NANCY When I was in a corporate place, the attitude was to get the person in and get them out. But when I started work at Carrots N’ Dates in Windsor, it was about slowing down, talking to people, and being transparent about what we put in our food. My passion has since switched to teaching people about how to fuel their bodies and how to feel better overall.
Nancy Vigeant, is the owner-operator of Carrots N’ Dates Cornwall, the newest Carrotsmanagerrestaurateurcity,herPriorunprocessedoptionsinshoprestauranthealth-basedandspecializinggluten-freeandwhole,foods.toopeningownshopinthethis46-year-oldwasgeneraloftheoriginalN’DatesinWindsor.
CARSON No rational person would ever start a restaurant if they looked at the profit margin. The national average is about five percent. If you try to figure why we would do it, there’s only one reason: It’s who we are.
NANCY That’s right. You’ll never have enough money. You’ll never be emotionally mature enough. You’ll never be totally ready.
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Chef Carson Killam, 34, runs Birchwood, a fine contem porary eatery, and brand new Sugoi, a sushi and ramen bar. Formerly the Executive Chef of Rodney's Oyster House in Calgary, he and wife Gina Scandrett moved to Cornwall to be closer to family in 2019. He has big plans to open even more eateries in the city.
CARSON Both of you are focused on teaching. Nancy, you’re teaching about their health, and Stacia, you’re teaching them how to provide sustenance for themselves but also how to en tertain others. For myself, I just want to put out high-quality food.
Raised in Cornwall until she was 13, Stacia Carlton is owneroperator of Essential Kitchen, a cooking stu dio and culinary hub that offers cooking classes, forsharetoAtanddemonstrations,tastings,privateevents.57,shereturnedCornwallreadytoherappreciationgoodfood.
CARSON It’s really interesting that we all come at food and how we present it to people in dif ferent ways. Nancy, you talk about ingredients.
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STACIA When I started talking to my cousins about starting Essential Kitchen, we discussed how there’s never a perfect time to do something like this. It’s kind of like having children.
CARSON People are definitely coming in with more open minds. Now we can use the whole animal and serve the “funny parts” because people are more adventurous. I would also say that people are returning to restaurants because they want an experience more than they used to. People used to be in and out more quickly.
STACIA I think when people are truly in terested in food, they want to experience it from all three angles. More and more, I think they also want to know where their food is coming from. Where is the honey from? What went into the garnish? Is this ingredi ent local?
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NANCY We have so many farmers around us, so that seems natural.
or flourish—even through recessions or this pandemic—because of that fact.
STACIA Experience has become a really big word in our industry, that’s for sure.
CARSON I think the focus now isn’t so much on the food, but about being able to get out and enjoy life with other people.
STACIA Togetherness.
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CARSON COVID decimated the industry, but in Cornwall at least, what it didn’t touch is this: People’s desire to support other locals. They wanted to be a part of keeping businesses open in whatever way they could. So if that meant getting takeout, they would do it. And from my perspective, the pandemic wasn’t going to stop me from what I wanted to do with my life, which is to create food and provide sustenance.
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NANCY I think we all really, really missed that socializing, so now that we are back in it, that’s what we’re valuing.
STACIA Absolutely. The thing is, people al ways need to eat.
CARSON For the most part, the restaurant industry has always been able to stay afloat
STACIA I think people became more exploratory. When I was still in Toronto managing a houseware store, I became a living hotline for all things food. When we were doing curbside pickups, I found myself on the sidewalk talking about poaching eggs, grill ing lobsters, and baking bread. All I did was talk people through how to make something in their own kitchens.
Stacia, you talk about preparation. I want people to talk about food at my table and have fun trying to figure out what’s going on, and what the flavours might be. I guess my angle would be “discovery.”
CARSON Yes! But I agree. As restaurant work ers, we generally have zero personal time. We’re focused on people all day long.
CARSON What I’ve noticed is that the more people have experimented and played with food at home, the more they were interested in the experience of dining out again.
STACIA That’s an interesting point. Our work is our social life. Personally, I don’t need to do anything other than this. I’m happy doing this.
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ON THE COOK-AT-HOME TREND
NANCY We didn’t fight the trend. We just started breaking down our menu into ingre dients and instructions so people could take them home. It was very popular.
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STACIA I know it sounds crazy to say this during such a tumul tuous time in our world history, but in a way, in a developmental way, this time has been fun and interesting. Think about how much we’ve all learned!
ON ROLLING WITH THE TIMES
CARSON In hindsight, yes. But there was a lot of stress and panic at first. On the first day, I think I did $4 in sales. The second day was $12. And then people started understanding that we were still there and still open. We slowly built back up and it became fun. It was the ultimate challenge to figure out what niche market I could fill. And how I could use that to stay involved and be part of the commu nity again.
STACIA Well, it’s great for me. The curriculum at Essential Kitchen offers lessons on how to poach an egg right up to very high-end techniques that you wouldn’t learn except from an expert in the field. Empowering people is cool. It makes them feel good. It makes me feel good.
NANCY Um, there are definitely some mornings when I think I’d rather be sleeping in.
CARSON With a lot of restaurants that I’ve worked at, it was very much “This is who we are and what defines us.” They wouldn’t branch out and try new things. Now, I know how to pivot wholeheartedly. I’ll never auto matically say “no” to things whether that’s custom catering jobs or adding new things to the menu. It has to make sense, obviously, but I’m not going to shut anything down.
CARSON It’s been the value standard since, I would say, the 2008 recession. I remember working at restaurants back then. Tapas and
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CARSON Sustainability has always been a real issue in the restaurant industry. We’re here for pleasure as a service industry, but we should be responsible in how we provide that to people. Look at halibut cheeks, for example. We might only harvest that one little amazing part. We should be using the rest of the fish first and then reserving that one part for an exclusive dinner.
—Carson Killam
NANCY For sure, and that’s why we need to value every customer that makes the choice to spend their money with us.
STACIA I can understand that. They could try to recreate something at home and realize they didn’t quite capture the flavour or the texture or whatever.
small plates were everywhere, but when the recession hit, people wanted to leave full, stuffed. I don’t think that’s really flipped back. I’ll admit that I have a few dishes on the menu that are excessively large, but they’re meant to be taken home. I love it when people bring their leftovers to work the next day.
CARSON People are learning the joy of cooking again. And for some households, the economic hit means they don’t have as much disposable income for things like going out. So I think that going out will be reserved for special occasions, birthdays, and things like that.
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NANCY I think people are going for quality instead of quantity now. Instead of having a giant plate, I think they’ll focus on the whole meal.
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STACIA Frankly, I think and hope that por tion sizes go down to help people under stand normal and healthy portions.
STACIA Because then other people can talk about your food. And that makes sense. But I hate food waste so desperately that it pains me.
NANCY Or they’re more likely to play with a recipe and make it their own.
ON WHAT COMES NEXT
NANCY And for waste alone! Unfortunately, people have understood value as having lots on their plates.
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For decades our city was on a slow simmer. But now, it’s heating up and bubbling with action. Find out why.
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Some small cities try to attract interest by being flashy, trendy, or just plain loud. As a community, Cornwall has always remembered mom’s advice: “Just be yourself.”
So we celebrate our growing city on the St. Lawrence River with its down-to-earth vibes, cozy neighbourhoods, and green spaces all around. We let our kids climb trees, ride bikes, and chase chip trucks. We travel across town in 15 minutes, tops. We gather outdoors any chance we get—to eat, to drink, to hear good music, and just to hang out. We float, boat, and fish our mighty river. We get inspired by the creativity we’re seeing everywhere—from our art scene to new construction to budding businesses. And of course, we work. But we work to live and not the other way around. of Place
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“There'sliterally a job out there for anyone. This is the agoodcanwhereplaceyoumarryajobwithcomfortable and affordable lifestyle.”
Right now, our city is at a turning point. Our population is swelling as newcomers arrive with fresh energy and ideas. It’s an exciting time to live the good life in Cornwall.
Let’s just say it: Cornwall is always looking for workers. From entry-level to supervisory roles to upper manage ment, there are openings in all sectors. Truck drivers and logistics experts? Step right up. Administrators and busi ness leaders? Yes. Carpenters, welders, and engineers? Yup. Doctors and nurses? Of course. Retail and restau rant servers? Affirmative. Professors, researchers, and teachers? Absolutely. Odds are that anyone looking for a job can find one here. The fact of the matter is that we have the perfect storm for job seekers: Rapid expansion of the business landscape and an older population that is soon to retire. Polish that resumé, people!
There are currently 500+ positions available in Cornwall. The latest openings can be found on the ChooseCornwall.ca Job Board. A Sense
We honour and appreciate this meeting place and those who came before us—the Haudenosaunee and Huron-Wendat.
Today, we continue to learn from our Mohawk brothers and sisters in Akwesasne, and we are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play with them on this land.
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art gallery, to Art Walks, Art Hives, and Apples and Arts Tour, to the eventual opening of the Art Centre, there’s a beautiful culturescape here!” —Emily MacLeod, Visual Arts Coordinator, Cline House Gallery and Studio Recreation1BigHaven GuindonPark,500acres waterfrontLamoureuxPark,43acrespublic41parks 40+everyeventsracingyearWithatwisty slide! cross-countryStrolling,hiking,skiing,snowshoeing,fatbiking outdoor5pools splash3pads courses3golf { and 1} mini putt aquatic1centre 1BMXtrack1skihill3boatlaunches of75kilometresdedicatedbikelanes4icepads marinas2 multi-useseason4trails = A CHOOSE CORNWALL AND PERCH MAGAZINE COLLABORATION
“There’s a real renaissance of happening in city. From the reopening of beloved
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Some say you can’t throw a stone in Cornwall without (accidentally) hitting a real estate agent. And that’s be cause Cornwall’s housing market is hot! Troy Vaillancourt, the president of the Cornwall and District Real Estate Board and a local realtor with Century 21 explains why:
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Downtown Also known as “The Square Mile,” this zone was the original plot for the Town of Cornwall. Most of the city’s grand historic properties are lo cated here. The area is also coveted for its proximity
to Lamoureux Park, the library, and the downtown retail-and-restaurant strip.
Cotton Mill This area is midway through a major transformation. With its storied past that stretches back to Thomas Edison (yes, really), this once industrial area is quickly becoming a hipper and more attractive hood with waterfront condos and apartments for upscale urban living.
Riverdale A tree-lined neighbourhood with a big central park, good schools, and easy access to the river. Expect a mix of smaller war-time bungalows, one-off mid-century homes, and new luxury builds.
Getting the lay of the land for *some* of the most livable neighbourhoods.
“The appeal is the assortment of homes available from heritage homes to waterfront mansions to modern industrial condos,” he says. “There’s lots of new construction for semi-detached and single-family homes, so there are opportunities for home buyers and investors too.”
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East Ridge One of Cornwall’s newest developments features lots of semi- and single-family homes north of the Riverside Trail, south of Highway 401, and west of the Gray's Creek Conservation Area.
Eamer’s Corners / Northwoods In close proxim ity to Highway 138 towards Ottawa and Highway 401 towards Montreal or Toronto, this area in the north of the city is an established neighbourhood with great amenities including an elementary school, tennis courts, a public pool, and park space.
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3The Sweet Heart: Happy Popcorn Co. This downtown destination stocks fresh gourmet popcorns, imported candy, retro sweets, slushies, and ice cream! Yum, right?
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The city’s indie brewery has a taproom and a patio where hop heads can taste their unpasteurized, unfiltered beer.
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Get a true taste of the city.
Classic: Philos With great service and a menu that will please everyone, we’d call this the perfect place for family gather ings. To note: Their souvlaki platters are legendary. AND 6, 7, 8, 9, 10: We can’t talk about Cornwall’s food scene without mentioning the old school pizzerias that put out world-famous pies. Think ‘za piled high with cheese and pepperoni and whatever other toppings customers want. Some of the classic stops include Riverside Pizza, Cornwall BBQ, North End Pizzeria, Louis’ Pizzeria, King George Restaurant, and more..
This team took over Bud’s Records and Kool Things in 2020. They buy and sell new and used vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, and turntables. Also worth a mention: Their wide selection of rock shirts. A music lover’s haven!
Get to know a few of the people behind Cornwall’s retail scene!
Julie Dennis
Owners of Kid’s Korner, this husbandand-wife team knows exactly what the young (and the young at heart) want. They fill their shelves from floor to ceiling with the best toys, books, puzzles, and activity kits.
This dynamic duo recently took over and reimagined one of eastern Ontario’s largest gift stores. They’ve filled their 6,000 square-foot space—now called Nickel & Ore—with great giftware, kitchenware, gourmet foods, apparel, and more!
4The Full-Flavoured Fare: Wow India Chefs Boopathi and Ravi whip up a frenzy of fresh Indian dishes from biryani to curries and everything in between.
1The Beer House: Rurban Brewing
This mother of two is at the helm of the Local Fill, a waste-free boutique. The bright shelves are stocked with everything from bulk food to cleaning products to beauty supplies.
Carolyne O’Reilly & Jocelyn Nicholson
2The Hidden Gem: Stomping Grounds Bistro and Cafe A modern industrial eatery nestled in the Cotton Mill development. The scratch kitchen is known for consistently putting out tasty, contemporary food.
PICTURED: AWENNENHÁ:WI FRANK MITCHELL AND KANERAHTÓNTHA ESTHER MITCHELL
To honour his legacy and contribution to the game, Frank was inducted into the Ontario Lacrosse Hall of Fame in 1997 and this year was nominated for the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame.
Production came to an abrupt end when the factory burned down in 1968. Heartbroken, Frank, then in his late 80s, died soon after. By the time production resumed at the new factory, plastic heads had begun to dominate the market.
Throwback
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In its mid-century heyday, the factory em ployed some 100 Mohawks in the intensive, cooperative process of lacrosse stick making. Men and their apprentices collected high-qual ity, locally sourced hickories and split, cured, steamed, bent, and carved the hardwood. After setting for a few months, the shafts were then bundled and delivered to family homes on Cornwall Island for lacing, the intricate weaving of “pockets” made of leather strips and sinew. Women were employed both at the factory and at home, stringing sticks in between their
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household responsibilities. Husbands joined them in the evenings, and children helped after school by separating and preparing laces. Depending on their output, families could earn a couple of hundred dollars a week producing the world's finest sticks.
Thanks in part to a modest family-run outfit in Akwesasne, lacrosse had become a wildly pop ular sport in the first half of the 20th century. The Mohawk Lacrosse Stick Manufacturing Company, founded by brothers Frank and Alex Roundpoint, had supplied nearly all of the world’s lacrosse sticks during that era.
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