Drayton Community News June 7, 2018

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Township plans Made in Mapleton pop up shop

By Patrick Raftis

Relay for Life - Survivors Lap participants arrive at the Norwell District Secondary School Relay for Life event in Palmerston on June 1. The event, last held at the school in 2010, raises funds for cancer research.

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MAPLETON – The Township of Mapleton is getting set to go into business with local artisans, craftspeople and other producers of unique goods.

Investigation and preparations for the establishment of a Made in Mapleton pop up shop were approved by council on May 22.

Creation of the shop, which would sell locallycrafted items, baking, produce and other unique offerings on a consignment basis, was proposed in a staff report from economic development officer Trish Wake. “Made in Mapleton would stimulate economic growth, assist our rural businesses and instill a sense of pride within our community,� states Wake in her report. “A location that provides a one-stop shop for the gifts, handmade items and other

unique-to-Mapleton creations will generate a buzz of opportunity for our local residents.�

Wake added the shop will stimulate job opportunities.

The plan involves utilizing a vacant downtown storefront to sell locallymade items through a collaboration of the township, the Mapleton Chamber of Commerce and local businesses.

The report indicates a chamber of commerce employee would be paid to manage the store as a contract employee of the township. The chamber and township would jointly hire a summer student to operate the store.

The township would operate as the bank and employer for the shop. Consignees would receive 70% of the sale price of their item, with the remaining 30% to go against township expenses.

The report notes that with a seasonal population of more than 450 cottagers, an estimated 30,000 theatergoers in Drayton annually and a local population of 10,000, “We just have to provide a reason to stop.�

The store would operate about 45 hours per week, Wednesday to Sunday from 11am to 8pm, through the summer months.

Wake explained the concept of the shop is a temporary set up designed to cover costs and be reviewed to ensure viability.

The township would front expenses estimated at about $11,000 in the first month, with break even revenue projected to be about $36,000. “We are not guaranteed that as soon as it opens. But what we are guaranteed is a ripple effect of economic growth,â€? the report states. “We would be assisting SEE POP UP SHOP Âť 3

Township to ban off-road vehicles on municipal property Municipality will base bylaw on provincial regulation of ATV use

By Patrick Raftis MAPLETON – ATVs and other off-road vehicles won’t be allowed on municipal land here, but the township will otherwise stick to existing provincial regulations regarding their use.

Last month, Mapleton council directed staff to investigate the crafting of a draft bylaw and to bring back a report addressing issues such as definitions, enforcement and communication to the public regarding regulation of off-road vehicles.

The township has been exploring the idea of implementing an ATV bylaw since the summer of 2017.

In a report at the May 22 council meeting CAO Manny Baron said staff researched bylaws used by other municipalities around the province.

“As you can imagine, there are several versions of bylaws and several different provisions and regulations,� the report states. “In doing the research I believe the Township of Mapleton should default to the existing provincial regulations already in place as it relates to the use of off-road vehicles.�

Provincial regulations allow off-road vehicles to be driven: - directly across a highway; or - on a highway, if the vehicle is designed to travel on more than two wheels and the driver is a farmer using the vehicle for agricultural purposes, or a licensed trapper using the vehicle for trapping purposes.

Drivers must also be licensed and wear helmets

and the vehicles must be insured.

The only exception recommended by Mapleton staff was a prohibition of ATVs or any motorized vehicles on certain lands. “We feel the bylaw should detail the fact that no ATV or motorized vehicle should be allowed on any municipally owned land,� the report states.

The report also notes that ensuring no ATVs or motorized vehicles are allowed on township-owned properties “could actually reduce maintenance costs in the long run.�

Councillor Dennis Craven noted he recently discussed the topic of off-road vehicles with Wellington County OPP Inspector Scott Lawson. “He is not in favour of having an ATV bylaw for us

here, other than as Manny suggested referring back to the provincial,� said Craven. “He felt if you’re not going to have one that’s influenced by all the counties, or all the municipalities that surround our municipality ... [there’s] not going to be much point in us having it at all. It’s hard to enforce.�

Farm safety push Ottens noted the Wellington County Farm and Home Safety Association has pushed for county-wide regulation, “but that wasn’t fruitful.�

She pointed out that just as Mapleton often looks to other municipalities for examples of bylaws that work in certain situations, “Maybe this one is the one that’s going to be the guideline for everyone else.� “I too like the format that

we’re going with,� said councillor Lori Woodham. “If anything it was an opportunity for us to communicate and that would be the key, again, communicating where the ATVs are not allowed to go and what our residents can do.�

Woodham continued, “For the safety of our trails and being able to protect them, I hope our community will support this and then call for the OPP to come ‌ and enforce it.â€?

Councillor Michael Martin said, “I think this proposal is perfectly suited for where we are now as a municipality. “Right now if you would allow ATVs on municipal roads, where are they going?

Right? “There’s nowhere to go other than to travel on the

municipal roads. We don’t have a trail system that they can be trying to get to, or an off-road park.�

Martin noted the municipality could revisit the issue “if at some point we create ATV trails.�

Craven said he’s seen many examples of the vehicles being used incorrectly. “In the last week I don’t think there was one day there wasn’t three or four ATVs going by on the road and it’s getting kind of dangerous,�

Craven said.

Mayor Neil Driscoll said, “I think it’s important that we put something in place to protect and guard our residents because it’s been a big question for a long time.�

Council accepted the report and directed staff to draft a bylaw based on the recommendations.

Three north Wellington municipalities agree on plan to fund youth resiliency worker

By Patrick Raftis WELLINGTON COUNTY – Three northern Wellington municipalities have joined the Mount Forest Family Health Team to provide ongoing funding to keep a youth resiliency worker in place.

In 2013, the Mount Forest Family Health Team received funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation to begin youth resiliency work, including increasing awareness of opportunities, programs and services for youth and establishing a youth

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Youth action councils have since been established in Minto, Mapleton and Wellington North.

Other priorities included increased accessibility of programs and opportunities for community interaction.

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“In March 2016, Gabriella Ieropoli was hired as the Community Youth Resiliency Worker and through her work many of these priorities have been addressed and expectations surpassed,� Minto economic and business manager Belinda Wick-Graham

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With Trillium funding ending, Minto, Mapleton and Wellington North have been working together with the Mount Forest Family Health Team to determine how the position and the work being

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Participating in a MYC class helps children develop

especially unique since it is a music program for babies. This is a playful and creative music and movement class for parents with children ages newborn to age 4. Children are introduced to a wide variety of musical scales, tonal and rhythm patterns andininstruments that help of the formation mental to musical growth.

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“Their struggles are my struggles,” she states. “And their triumphs are equally triumphant for me.”

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Three students received a new look in support of cancer awareness at Norwell’s Relay for Life on June 1. FROM LEFT: Peter Hildebrandt shaved his beard, Madison Armstrong had four inches of her hair cut off, and Jarrod Dobben shaved his whole head in front of the large crowd of enthusiastic students. Initial reports indicated the school raised $17,776 in support of cancer research with donations still coming in. Submitted photos

Nowell Relay for Life raises over $17,000 for cancer research PALMERSTON Approximately 200 Norwell students took to the school track to help raise funds and awareness for the fight against cancer on June 1.

Students participating the school’s Relay for Life from 9am to 3pm raised over $17,000.

The day kicked off with the opening ceremony where survivors and participants were welcomed, and featured a moving speech by former Norwell faculty and twotime cancer survivor, Beth MacDonald.

In her speech, MacDonald spoke of the many advancements in research, diagno-

sis and treatments that have been made between her two diagnoses.

“Thanks to events such as this one, the money raised does make a difference,” she said.

Survivors of cancer and those walking in memory of those lost to cancer walked the first lap of the relay - and then everyone was invited to join in.

“It was a moving and emotional time for many as we celebrated those who have won their battle with cancer but also remembered those we have lost,” said staff advisor Betty Douglas.

Throughout the day a

variety of events took place, including live music from the teacher band; student performances from Colton Tilker, Alyssa DeMarzo and Peter Hildebrandt; inflatable basketball; three legged races; Zumba; the frozen T-shirt game and more.

Every hour a prize package was awarded to a student who was on the track.

All prizes were donated by local businesses. Students received a free lunch provided compliments of T&M BBQ Catering, and had the opportunity to purchase other snacks throughout the day.

A highlight of the event showcased three students

Council proclaims June Seniors Month MAPLETON – Council here has officially declared June Seniors Month in the township.

At the May 22 meeting, council passed a resolution recognizing the designation, which is observed provincewide.

Council’s proclamation notes seniors: - have contributed and continue to contribute immensely to the life and

vibrancy of the local community; - continue to serve as leaders, mentors, volunteers and important and active community members; - have made contributions which warrant appreciation and recognition; and - pass on knowledge and experience to others, which benefits everyone.

A report from Seniors Centre For Excellence coor-

dinator Helen Edward points out the theme of Seniors Month 2018 is “Now’s the time to start something new.”

Edwards notes the theme highlights how aging does not prevent anyone from leading a fulfilling life.

“Seniors continue to contribute (to) our community and we can all benefit from their wisdom, friendship and experience,” she stated in the report.

Plan will keep youth worker on the job » FROM PAGE 1

the parties. Under the initial agreement, which runs until March 21, 2019, the cost to each partner to maintain the youth resiliency worker is $13,000.

For 2018, Minto utilized the County of Wellington Business Retention and Expansion funding to contribute $5,000 towards the project.

In Minto, Wick-Graham said youth entrepreneurship initiatives, working with schools to developed a youth strategic plan and continued assistance with the Minto Youth Action Council will be among the duties assigned.

“Everyone knows the great, amazing work that

these action councils are doing and we just want to keep that momentum going,” she stated.

Councillor Ron Faulkner asked if the Mapleton and Wellington North youth action councils were as large as the Minto council, which has about 20 members.

“We definitely have the largest youth action council, probably in the province,” said Wick-Graham, noting the councils are a relatively recent innovation.

“I am so proud of the work that they’re doing, because there wasn’t a lot to go on,” she pointed out, noting local staff are now being asked to make presentations to other municipalities attempting to

establish youth action councils.

Mapleton council approved the memorandum of understanding at its May 22 meeting.

“This day’s been coming for a long time,” observed councillor Michael Martin.

“I think we all knew that the grant funding was going to dry up on this initiative.

But it certainly is a great initiative. I’d like to see it continue.”

“I’m certainly going to support it. Youth is our future,” said councillor Dennis Craven.

Wellington North council approved the memorandum of understanding at its May 22 meeting as well.

Pop up shop planned for Mapleton » FROM PAGE 1

businesses in our area get their name out there, give people a reason to travel to Mapleton.”

Funds would be drawn from an existing economic development reserve fund “on a temporary basis as to not affect the annual budget.”

“I’m really curious to see how an initiative like this takes off. It certainly could be quite successful,” said councillor Michael Martin.

However, he noted using funding from the economic development reserves could

mean funds would not be available, or would need to be replenished for future projects.

Wake pointed out an application is planned to Wellington County’s business expansion and retention program and funds may eventually come from that source.

If approved, Wake said, those funds “would probably cover at least our initial set-up.”

“I just think it’s an excellent idea,” said councillor Marlene Ottens.

“There’s so many local people who have crafts

and things they create but nobody wants to have a fulltime store of their own. This is a perfect way to put it all together.”

Council authorized the economic development officer to undertake further investigation and authorized the signing of consignment agreements on behalf of the township.

Council also authorized the necessary transfer from reserves and directed the CAO to executive any necessary agreements, including rental of space for the store.

who either cut their hair, shaved their beard or shaved their entire head in support of cancer awareness.

Madison Armstrong had four inches of her hair cut off, Peter Hildebrandt shaved his beard and Jarrod Dobben shaved his whole head in front of the large crowd of enthusiastic students.

The closing of the event saw students return to the school gym where the luminary ceremony took place.

This was a time for everyone to reflect on the impact cancer has had on their life and to remember those lost to cancer. Luminary bags with personal messages were lit and lined the gym.

Initial reports suggested the school had raised a total of $17,776 in support of cancer research.

“This number is expected to go up as the last of the pledge envelopes and donations come in this coming week,” said finance chair Breanna MacDonald.

“Our event was a lot of work but well worth it,” said relay committee chair Delaney Norman.

“And we couldn’t have done it without the many sponsors, supporters and volunteers. Thank you to everyone who helped to make Relay for Life 2018 such a success.”

Organizers also thanked the many sponsors who contributed.

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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE MAPLETON ZONING BY-LAW AND NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION ZBA 2018-09 TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Mapleton has received a complete application to consider a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-80, pursuant to Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended.

PUBLIC MEETING Mapleton Council will consider this application at their meeting scheduled for:

Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.

Mapleton Township Municipal Offices, Council Chambers, 7275 Sideroad 16

Location of the Subject Land The property subject to the proposed amendment is legally described as Part Lot 18, Concession 3 (Peel) with a civic address of 7283 Third Line, Yatton. The property is approximately 0.2 ha (0.5 ac) in size and the location is shown on the map below.

The Purpose and Effect of the Application The purpose and effect of the proposed amendment is to rezone the subject lands to permit a woodworking shop within the existing building. The lands are currently zoned Highway Commercial (C2) Zone with a site specific 31.58 exception permitting a hobby barn. The lands are occupied by a single dwelling and horse stable. Additional relief may be considered at this meeting.

Oral or Written Submissions Any person or public body is entitled to attend the public meeting and make written or oral submissions in support of or in opposition to the proposed zoning by-law amendment. Written comments should be submitted to the Township Clerk at the address shown below.

Power of Tribunal to Dismiss Appeals If a person or public body would otherwise have an ability to appeal the decision of the Council of the Township of Mapleton to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal but the person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Township of Mapleton before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the Township of Mapleton before the by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to do so.

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Decision time By the time many of you read this, the answer to the question of whether Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne threw in the towel too early will already have been answered.

As of this writing, the most recent polls showed Doug Ford’s PC party headed for a win, probably a majority, in the June 7 provincial election. That poll, interestingly, was conducted just before, but released right after, news broke that the widow and children of former Toronto mayor Rob Ford have filed a $16.5-million lawsuit against his brother Doug, alleging the PC leader deprived them of millions of dollars, including shares in the family business and a life insurance policy. Doug Ford has denied the allegations, which have not been tested in court and there was not time between their revelation and voting day for the process to play out. Still, they are part of a troubling list of scandals, from allegations of improperly procuring party memberships to charges stolen corporate data was used by party candidates to help secure nominations, which Ford and the PC party have litigated publicly since former leader Patrick Brown stepped down under a cloud of sexual misconduct allegations in January.

Read that last sentence and consider that these guys are headed for a majority. Wow. Clearly this says something about the quality of the opposition. Wynne has made some serious missteps and is unpopular to the point she took the unprecedented step of publicly conceding the premiership last week, urging voters to somehow strategically find a way to elect some Liberals to prevent a majority by either Ford’s PCs or the Andrea Howarth-led NDP. Still, beyond the hydro file (and I include in that the long-ago gas plant debacle, which was really on former premier Dalton McGuinty’s watch), one struggles to find anything as odious in her record as what the Tories have put on display just since the new year, without even having to labour under the magnifying glass of governing. So we’re left to wonder if her party might have received more of a rebound bump from the last-minute Ford family feud had she waited until after the election to give her concession speech.

The NDP, while generally offering a progressive platform, fully-costed despite an admitted major math error, continue to frighten some. To be fair, a platform plank like pledging to eschew back-to-work legislation as a tool to end public sector strikes does sound like tossing your bullets on the ground before a gunfight. Still, the dusty Facebook-based dirt the PCs have been digging up on a few NDP candidates should do little to convince an informed voter they are the dangerous pack of “radicals” the Ford team would have you believe.

Many voters will no doubt try to look past leadership and party embarrassments by convincing themselves they are voting for their local candidate, decent sorts all and sundry.

However it should not be forgotten that in Ontario’s parliamentary system, where votes are whipped and dissent is rare, local MPPs of any stripe, without cabinet seats, are often reduced to little more than ribbon cutters, spending much of their time engaged in activity that amounts to constant campaigning on the taxpayers’ dime.

Elections, in the end, are about leadership and policy and in those terms, this could be the most impactful call we’ve made in some time.

Shovels galore - Representatives from Mapleton Township, the Drayton Kinettes, the Drayton Rotary Club and their families, along with Openspace Solutions Inc. representative Janet Elliott, held a ground breaking ceremony on May 30 at the site of the new Mapleton Splash Pad. Construction was set to begin the week of June 4 at the ABC Park location. Barring unforeseen delays, the splash pad should be fully operational by the beginning of July.

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Advantages of urban pole walking

By Sandy Turner It has been said that exercise is the best medicine ... but like medicine, exercise has a recommended dose, frequency and duration.

How well would blood pressure be controlled, for instance, if blood pressure medication was only taken a couple times a week? The answer is not very well and this is often the case when one doesn’t exercise regularly … one isn’t going to see the benefits.

Pole walking is an excellent way to achieve optimal health benefits from walking.

A great benefit of these poles is they are suitable for all seasons and are easy to learn.

There are two types of poles available, fitness poles and activator poles. Each type of pole is designed for different purposes.

The fitness poles are exactly for that, fitness. They will aid in helping burn 20 to 46% more calories than regular walking. The ergonomic grip will aid in toning core muscles by activating abdominals up to 1,000 times per kilometer.

The activator poles are meant to aid those with difficulties with balance and posture. The activator poles have a weight bearing capac-

ity of up to 200 pounds. This ability to off-load with the poles makes the activator a great rehab pole for stability.

For people managing diabetes, it is important to exercise regularly to maintain healthy blood sugars. Urban poling can give a whole new meaning to the phrase “walk off those high blood sugars.”

Although a brisk walk can help in reducing blood sugars, research indicates that resistance training has an additive affect. Exercise can help to regulate blood sugars for up to 24 hours or more.

The response from exercise is seen in the parts of the body and the muscles exercised.

Traditional walking engages about 40% of the body’s muscles, whereas, when using the urban poling technique 90% of muscles can be activated, a greater response to regulating blood sugars.

The urban poling technique is easy to learn; it’s much like mixing cross-country skiing and walking. But to ensure that you are making the most of your poling you need to have proper form with each step. The activator poles are used in a totally different manner than urban poles. Both sets of poles will offer support to hip and

knee joints as well as aid in straightening posture.

When starting an exercise program, remember that anything is better than nothing.

It is important to progress how often and how long you are exercising, on a gradual basis. Begin with what your body can realistically handle right now. This may be 10 minutes, but that’s okay.

Then, figure out a comfortable pace that you can walk for 10 minutes. Remember that it doesn’t have to feel like “work” from the start or else it will feel too hard by the end. Trust your body and what it tells you. You want to reach a purposeful pace that increased your heart rate and breathing, but not to a point that you are gasping for breath.

Consistency is the key, so don’t worry about getting faster, but slowly build your walking time. Be sure not to add time too quickly. Give your body time to adjust and this walk will start to get easier. Once this happens then add three to five minutes to your walk and wait until your body adjusts. Repeat this until you have reached your time goal. This goal should be based on how much time you can realistically devote to activity on a regular basis.

Ideally, it should be between

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30 to 60 minutes per day. This can be broken down into two, or more, shorter walks of at least 15 minutes at a time to improve your fitness level.

When introducing walking poles, start with short bouts and build your time for walking with the poles slowly. For example, you may have to start with five minutes at a time and gradually build your tolerance. You can continue with walking without the poles to achieve time benefits.

Once you have built your walking time to the goal you have set, changing your pace or intensity will also be effective at ensuring a good amount of variety. Your body will plateau with the same workout day in and day out.

Variety is key and can be as simple as changing your walking route or heading out in the opposite direction. So, get out and enjoy the springtime weather!

For more information about any of the free services offered by the MintoMapleton Family Health Team, visit www.mmfht.ca or call the Drayton/Palmerston office at 519-638-2110 or Clifford office at 519-327-4777.

Like the FHT on Facebook (Minto-Mapleton Family Health Team) and follow on Twitter (@MintoMapleton) for healthy living tips and information on upcoming programs and events.

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MAPLETON MUSINGS Column courtesy of Mapleton Historical Society

Serving the community’s greatest needs Looking over old newspaper articles and talking to local people about the Kinsmen Club of Drayton, a tally of all the projects, events and causes that the club has been involved with over 50 years is outstanding.

The Kinsmen motto, “Serving the Community’s Greatest Needs” has been truly followed, allowing the club to serve groups, causes, the community of all different ages and interests, and individuals who need a helping hand.

The club’s mission statement is “To enrich Canadian communities through community service, leadership and partnership.”

Many times, the Kinsmen club works with and along-

side other service clubs, groups and the township in the community on projects or causes that benefit everyone.

The Drayton Kinsmen have not been afraid to try new things and step out and get things done.

When the old arena (now the Agricultural Society Building) was shut down in 1976, early in June the councils of Peel, Maryborough and Drayton all appointed members to a committee to investigate the feasibility of a new arena. By the end of June, local service clubs, including the Kinsmen, and volunteer organizations were solidly behind the project.

Fundraising was started even though the decision to build had not been formally approved by the councils.

To support the arena proj-

ect, the Drayton Kinsmen ran a fundraising barbecue and dance, at the Palmerston arena. The event attracted more than 600 people.

Seniors from Drayton rode a chartered bus to the event.

Drayton’s Kinsmen had pledged $25,000 of the estimated $600,000 total cost of the arena. In January 1977, the Kinsmen were approved to do a lottery.

The club proposed to sell 1,000 tickets at $25 each, with $7,500 in prizes, with the proceeds going to the new arena fund.

Construction continued on the new arena through the winter as weather permitted. By January the committee put the total cost of the arena project at $677,457 and advised the public more donations to qualify for the maxi-

mum available in provincial matching grants was needed.

The official opening occurred on Sept. 16, 1977.

In the end, the Kinsmen club contributed $125,000 to the first arena project along with helping with the building, the fence around the property and the pavement in the parking lot. Completing the project in the early 1980s.

It took countless hours of work to raise funds by holding beef barbecues and dances, talent shows and dances.

In recent years the Kinsmen were involved in helping with the latest addition and new dressing rooms added to the arena.

Some other causes and needs the Kinsmen have supported include Cystic Fibrosis Canada, Ronald McDonald House, Palmerston and

Maurice Audet celebrates 105th birthday PALMERSTON - Maurice Audet, the oldest person in Palmerston (and probably most of the region) celebrated his 105th birthday on May 18 at the Royal Terrace.

His wife of over 50 years, Betty, arranged for a small party for residents and friends that day.

The Audets’ son Richard, of Smithers, B.C., came especially for the occasion, bringing greetings from his wife, Shawna and son Sebastian.

Maurice was 96 when his grandson was born.

Having a 105th birthday is a news-worthy event: it’s rare that a person lives so long. But, there is also a remarkable life story that unfolded over those 105 years. Maurice’s life has been dedicated to serving and helping others.

Many local people will remember Maurice as a high school teacher who was passionate about his job and taught with an intense energy. He taught Latin and later English at Norwell Secondary School from 1963 until 1978.

In 1978, at the age of 65, he wrote a letter to the government saying he was not interested in retiring, but he would comply with their “stupid” mandatory retirement law.

Many others may know Maurice from his time as a volunteer in the community. He was very active helping senior citizens in Palmerston. He acted as head of the senior’s group for a number of years. He delivered Meals on Wheels to shut- ins, organized entertainment at the Royal Terrace and acted as a hos-

105th Birthday - From left: Betty, Richard and Maurice Audet were together for a party celebrating Maurice’ 105th birthday on May 18.

Submitted photo pice worker for the Victoria Order of Nurses. Maurice was awarded a National Gold Medal for his volunteer work with the VON. He loved helping the “old people,” even when he was their senior.

Much of his life before reaching Palmerston was truly remarkable. His most extraordinary adventures were in China and Japan.

Maurice went overseas in the 1930s. He went to Manchuria in northern China as a volunteer with the Catholic church.

He became a language teacher at the University of Kirin and promptly learned Chinese with his gift for languages.

Manchuria was invaded

by Japan at the very start of the Second World War. Maurice was invited to be their “honorable guest” in a prisoner of war camp. For five years he endured the war camp and found ways to make life bearable for his fellow inmates. One of the things he did was organize a

theatre troupe in the camp.

One day in 1945, the Japanese suddenly left the camp and soon afterwards American military planes landed to take prisoners away. Maurice thanked them for their offer, but just went back to the university and started to teach again.

Soon after, the Russians invaded Manchuria and Maurice ended up teaching his class with a Russian soldier carrying a machine gun at the back of the room.

Historical events would once again throw his life into chaos. The Chinese communist revolution began in his region of China and Maurice wisely fled south.

There are many stories of how he stayed one step ahead of the revolution while working his way south to Beijing.

He taught in Beijing until it too was surrounded by the communists and he was able to arrange a deal with the American military to make his escape.

Drayton Farm Show, beef barbecues, and dances raise funds for all these causes.

The Kinsmen are hosting the Mudmen band and Kin Wing meal on June 30 at the Drayton Fairgrounds.

Tickets are $25, which seems like a pretty good deal when you look back to 1977 prices.

The Mapleton Historical Society would like to thank the Kinsmen for all the support they have given over the years to the society.

The society would like to encourage the community in thanking the Drayton Kinsmen Club and all other clubs for what they do in the Mapleton community.

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Soon after returning to Canada he decided his days of adventure were not done.

He held no grudge against the Japanese and because he had learned Japanese in the war camp, in 1947 he returned to Asia and began teaching high school in Japan. While there he would amaze locals with his mastery of the language and by mastering the ancient art of Samurai dance.

When his Asian adventures were done, Maurice ended up teaching school in Ottawa, where he met Betty.

She was organizing a theatre festival and he brought a group of students to perform.

There was some miscommunication, since this was not a festival for student groups, nor was there any other groups doing French plays.

Maurice’s students won first prize at the festival and a long and enduring relationship was started.

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Edith healed My wife, Edith, had been suffering from back pain for years. Many times the pain would spread to her arms, neck, shoulders and lower back, depending on the activity or the amount of strain.

She would also have frequent headaches and she was often unable to raise her arms above her head and could suffer with a stiff neck for days.

Pain medication seemed to only mask the problem for a short time. Her many treatments with her chiropractor, sometimes three times a week, helped, but did not alleviate the problem.

One Saturday a couple win-

ters ago it seemed to reach a climax. She had been experiencing severe pain in her right arm and, as the day progressed, it became absolutely unbearable, to the point where we decided a trip to the emergency room in Palmerston hospital was advisable.

The doctor on duty quickly prescribed some pain medication, administered a needle for quick relief, and we were soon en route to the pharmacy in Listowel to pick up a prescription for an anti-inflammatory and a pain reliever.

Well, the night was long but the medication did have some effect, albeit she developed severe indigestion, stomach sickness and dizziness as a result of taking the pills.

The next morning we went

was recommended for physiotherapy.

Incredibly, however, she started noticing that the pain was subsiding. It was minor at first but, little by little, it was definitely improving, to the point that within several days the pain had completely left her body!

Wonderfully, it remained so for several weeks.

One day, however, the pain returned to her left shoulder as a result of some yard work she had been doing.

At that point we did become a bit concerned, but decided right there to simply pause and pray.

“Lord,” we prayed, “we choose to stand in the healing that you have already performed in Edith’s body.”

to church – still in pain and still not doing well. An opportunity was given during the service for those who needed healing to respond. Edith indicated that she would like prayer and she was soon surrounded by several people who placed their hands on her and started praying.

Nothing seemed to happen at the time, and so she went about her day, with no apparent change. The following week she returned to the hospital for an x-ray and ultra sound of the shoulder and c-spine (cervical vertebrae: those vertebrae immediately underneath the skull). The results showed acute tendinitis in the right shoulder and a bulge between the discs just at the base of the neck. So she

Without much further thought she carried on with her day and, while she can’t quite remember when it happened, within just a very short time the pain was once again totally gone. And it has been totally fine ever since.

That was over six months ago, and she has not had to take any medications for pain, she has not had to return to the chiropractor and she has not gone for any physiotherapy. Furthermore, there is no stiffness or soreness in either shoulder, at the base of her neck or in her lower back.

A long time ago a prophet predicted that Jesus the Messiah would come who would be “pierced for our transgressions … crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that

[would bring] us peace [would be] on him, and by his wounds we [would be] healed” (Isaiah 53:5 NIV).

Well, Jesus did come and he was “pierced for our transgressions … crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that [brought] us peace [was] on him, and by his wounds we [were] healed.” And this prophecy has come true in Drayton!

As we have heard many, many other stories of how God has healed others throughout the world and in our own community, we are so grateful to God that he remains very much alive and active, not only in healing, but also in delivering, providing, guiding and saving.

What an incredible God!

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In 1988, the association sold the clinic to its two doctors at the time for $120,000.

In the spirit of using these funds to the benefit of the local residents, the association made it their mission to support local groups and organizations.

Each year there is an ad placed in the Community News inviting written request for monetary support from the fund.

The association has handed out donations totalling approximately $220,000.

2018 recipients This year funds were awarded to The Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation, New Life Counselling, Drayton Minor Hockey, Mapleton Nursery School, and SU Sports Camp.

An additional donation was made in honour of Jean Campbell, a long-serving member of the committee, to the Mapleton 4-H Club.

If you would like to become a member of the association, seek more information on receiving a donation, or are interested in exploring the charitable giving opportunities contact: - Mary Downey @ 519-6382912 or maryjdowney@msn. com; or - any of the following directors: Dale Franklin, Mary Lou Fletcher, Floyd Schieck, John Green, Jason Jack, Ab Hesselink, Robert Peel, Rob Brunkard or Brian Debeyer.

Maryborough Public School students learn value of composting New composters - Maryborough Public School received two new composters to replace wood ones at the school that no longer are usable by the students and staff. The school purchased one composter and Wellington County councillor Gregg Davidson, back right, donated the other. Teacher Valorie Giles, middle right, discussed with Davidson, a member of the county’s solid waste committee, what materials may be composted and Davidson reminded students that more going into the composters means less in landfills.

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Council shows support for Crime Stoppers Support for Crime Stoppers - Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington program coordinator Sarah Bowers-Peter provided Mapleton council with an update on the organization’s activities at the May 22 meeting. From left: councillor Dennis Craven; Mayor Neil Driscoll; councillors Lori Woodham, Michael Martin and Marlene Ottens; and BowersPeter.

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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE MAPLETON ZONING BY-LAW AND NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION ZBA 2018-10 TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Mapleton has received a complete application to consider a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-80, pursuant to Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended.

PUBLIC MEETING Mapleton Council will consider this application at their meeting scheduled for:

Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.

Mapleton Township Municipal Offices, Council Chambers, 7275 Sideroad 16 Location of the Subject Land The property subject to the proposed amendment is legally described as West Part Lot 13, Concession 10 (Maryborough) with a civic address of 7153 Sideroad 12. The property is approximately 10.39 ha (25.67 ac) in size and the location is shown on the map below.

Special Olympics - Hundreds of local students took part in the Special Olympics School Track and Field Event on May 16 at St. James Catholic High School in Guelph. The event is for elementary and secondary students with developmental differences within Upper Grand District School Board and Wellington Catholic District School Board. Students set goals, develop skills and improve their overall fitness through the track and field meet. They work with peer coaches, who help prepare them for competition. The focus of the event is on friendly competition and companionship. LEFT: Drayton Heights Public School Grade 7 peer coach Luke Rumph and Grade 7 athlete Kalan Green prepare for Greenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 50m race. RIGHT: Grade 9 student Josh Gerrard of Norwell District Secondary School in Palmerston participated in the ball throw.

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Oral or Written Submissions Any person or public body is entitled to attend the public meeting and make written or oral submissions in support of or in opposition to the proposed zoning by-law amendment. Written comments should be submitted to the Township Clerk at the address shown below.

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The Purpose and Effect of the Application The purpose and effect of the proposed amendment is to rezone an approximately 0.71 ha (1.75 acre) portion of the subject lands from Agricultural to Agricultural Commercial. The property and buildings will be utilized as part of the adjacent Hensall District Co-operative operation. An associated severance application is being submitted to separate the property and merge with the Hensall District Co-operative property. A reduced separation distance between the existing residence and the AC Zone is also being requested.

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Mapleton, Minto and Norwell host graduation luncheon PALMERSTON - Nearing the end of the final semester of high school for graduating students, the Town of Minto, Township of Mapleton and Norwell District Secondary School celebrated the students’ accomplishments with a graduation luncheon at the school on May 29.

The municipalities and the school formed a partnership to host the barbecue luncheon in the Norwell cafeteria, where Minto Mayor George Bridge and Mapleton Mayor Neil Driscoll offered their well wishes and a “send off” to the graduating class of 2018.

“The purpose of the event was to share the message the students’ ‘roots’ will always

be in Minto and Mapleton,” states a press release from the Town of Minto.

“The municipalities encourage students to explore, but to remember where their roots are and that opportunity will always await them here.”

Bridge said, “We encourage students to venture off and to spread their wings, but we also want them to understand that there is opportunity to live, work or start a business here in the future.”

Bridge added, “Their roots will always be here and we hope that one day they will return and plant new roots in the community once again.”

Graduation luncheon - The Town of Minto, Township of Mapleton and Norwell District Secondary School celebrated students’ accomplishments with a graduation luncheon at the school on May 29. The purpose of the event was to share the message the students’ “roots” will always be in Minto and Mapleton.

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CELP cleanup - Norwell Community Environmental Leadership (CELP) students did a volunteer downtown cleanup in Palmerston on May 22 and in Harriston on May 28. Participating in the Palmerston cleanup were, from left: Madison Wakeford, DJ Campbell, Katie Speers and Willy Smart.

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Almost an Oscar - The Norwell Grade 9 Arts Performance Project (APP) class attended the CLIP Film Gala in Toronto on May 24. Throughout the school year, APP students wrote, designed, filmed and created short films based on the central theme of “Change Makers” while participating in Ontario’s Youth Fusion program. As part of the Gala, the students viewed their projects on the big screen at Dundas Square Cineplex Odeon and attended CLIP’s award ceremony at OCAD in Toronto. Norwell students came home with four awards. Second Family won best art direction and Beyond the Screen won best production. The Teaching won for best sound, and also earned the Judges’ Choice Award for best overall film.

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ELECTION OF DIRECTORS

The Board of Directors of North Wellington Health Care have put forth the following names to fill the vacancies on the Board of Directors for the 2018-2019 term: • Two (2) – three (3) year vacancies from the Palmerston and District Hospital (PDH)

catchment areas of: Town of Minto, Township of Mapleton, or Town of North Perth – Wallace Ward: o Kelly Ward o John Williams

• One (1) – one (1) year vacancy from the Palmerston and District Hospital (PDH)

catchment areas of: Town of Minto, Township of Mapleton, or Town of North Perth – Wallace Ward: o Carrie Hurst

There remains two (2) vacancies on the Board of Directors, but nominations are closed at this time for consideration at the Annual General Meeting.

BY-LAW AMENDMENTS

Notice is also hereby given that By-law Amendments will be presented for confirmation and approval at this Annual Meeting. Copies of the By-law and Amendments are available for inspection prior to the meeting at the Administration Office during normal business hours 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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Copies are available after June 21, 2018, upon request from Mary MacDonald, Administration Office Phone (519) 323-3333 ext. 2256 or E-mail: mmacdonald@nwhealthcare.ca and will also available on our website www.nwhealthcare.ca B. McMahon BOARD CHAIR

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