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Our look back at 2013 in Carleton Place and Mississippi Mills begins. — Pages A/CP1, 6, 7, 11, 14

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Community – When sixyear-old Bridget Zavitske woke up on Christmas morning, she likely found a pile of carefully wrapped gifts under her family’s Christmas tree, ready and waiting to be torn open. What she didn’t see, however, was one gift that was just a little too big to be wrapped up in a bow: her very own pony. Instead of being underneath the tree, Bridget’s pony, a goodnatured Newfoundland pony named Sweet Apple Pie, or Pie for short, was waiting patiently for her at her home at Partridge Acres, a local farm, as the prize of this year’s Win a Pony for Christmas contest. “Bridget loves animals,” said Christy Zavitske, Bridget’s mother. “She’s really excited to spend some time with Pie.” Bridget, who is from Dunrobin, is the second winner of the annual contest, which is hosted by Partridge Acres. She’s won the opportunity to have the experience of owning her own pony by having access to Pie at the farm for a full year. “She’s really cute,” Bridget said of her favourite thing about her new pony. “She has really big brown eyes.” In order to win the contest, Bridget and the other contestants, all of whom had to be under eight years old, submit-

ted a short story about why they would like to have a pony. Over the course of December, people could vote online for their favourite; Bridget’s heart breaking and inspiring story received over 550 votes, securing her win with a 450-vote lead. “This past year I was diagnosed with cancer,” she wrote, “and I have spent a lot of time having radiation and chemotherapy. My summer was filled with trips to CHEO. I have also had a big operation on my belly and I have lost all my hair.” “This made me pretty sad,” she went on, “but I continued to smile. My friends and family have nicknamed me Super Girl – because even though I am sick I continue to be the bravest girl they know.” She mentioned that her mom and dad had promised that she could take riding lessons after her treatments were over at Christmas time, and that winning a pony would be “the bestest present that (she) could ask for.” Sure enough, Super Girl’s smile was as wide as her face when she and Pie met for the first time a few days after Christmas. As Pie pawed the ground and searched hands for treats, Bridget learned how to use the curry brush to smooth her pony’s gray hide. “How old is Pie?” Bridget See PONY page A/CP12

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Six-year-old Bridget Zavitske received what she would call the bestest gift ever this holiday season when she won a contest called Win a Pony for Christmas. Here she stands with her new pony, Pie, and Veronica Grajewski of Partridge Acres, the local farm that hosts the contest each year.

Animal pound on Carleton Place agenda Jan.7 By TARA GESNER tgesner@perfprint.ca

Township of Beckwith unveils new chain of office. — Page A/CP5

News – Carleton Place will discuss its support for the proposed Lanark Animal Pound (LAP) at its planning and protection committee meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 7. The town received a memorandum of understanding (MOU) from Montague regarding a new pound facility that would be hosted and operated by the township. “Montague has come forward and a memorandum of understanding has been developed,”

Les Reynolds said at the planning and protection committee meeting on Dec. 3. Reynolds is Carleton Place’s director of protective services and fire chief. He noted Montague is proposing area municipalities (Carleton Place, Drummond/North Elmsley, Lanark Highlands, Mississippi Mills, Perth, Smiths Falls and Tay Valley) share in the capital and operating costs associated with the facility. The price tag to construct the Lanark Animal Pound is estimated to be between $85,000 and $100,000. Yearly operat-

ing costs are anticipated to be $43,100. Reynolds said Montague would ask Carleton Place for a capital cost investment of $22,718 to $26,727 to build the pound. “Also, $15,165 a year in operational costs for a period of 10 years,” he continued. Smiths Falls council was skeptical of the numbers put forward by Montague. Coun. Ken Graham pointed out that $100,000 doesn’t build much these days. “I would like to see the rationale, and $100,000 for a build-

ing doesn’t sound realistic,” he said. LAP would be a pound facility only. In other words, after a short period of time, five to seven days, the animals would be sent to a rescue facility or euthanized. “The facility will be run as a pound rather than a shelter,” Reynolds said. “All efforts will be made to return animals to their owners or find alternate homes, and operators will work with rescue agencies like LAWS (Lanark Animal Welfare Society). However, this is a pound.” Concerned, Carleton Place

Coun. Gary Strike inquired about the possibility of extending the redemption period. At present, by way of an agreement with LAWS, Carleton Place’s yearly costs (2013) for pound services are $21,000. “I have no complaints with LAWS,” Reynolds said. “However, this is a better option because it is municipally operated.” “Not all taxpayers in Carleton Place are animal lovers,” Reynolds continued. “Some of us are,” resident

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CDSBEO unveils newly designed board improvement plan for student achievement News – The following are highlights from the regular Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario (CDSBEO) meeting held Dec. 17 at the board office in Kemptville. Board improvement planning is a collegial process for continued growth in the effectiveness of Ontario schools. The process is designed to assist schools and boards in analyzing the key components that make schools effective so they can plan for improvement, with the goal being continuous growth in student achievement for all learners. Developed collaboratively by all academic departments in consultation with executive council, the CDSBEO Board Improvement Plan is based on the board’s three foundational stones: Achieving literacy for all, living our Catholic faith, and making resources matter. Program Principals Frances Derochie (Curriculum), Jim Roberts (Religious and Family Life Education), and Paula Perrault (Special Education), outlined for the board the strategies, professional learning,

and monitoring actions that will lead to improved student learning and achievement, and build capacity and sustainability in the skills and knowledge of educators. Newly designed for 201314, the plan is more user friendly, and allows educators to more easily determine the focus, and indicators of various initiatives. Components of the first area, achieving literacy for all, are built around collaborative inquiry, and the question, how does collaborative inquiry inform student thinking and learning? Professional collaborative inquiry involves all educators; superintendents, principals, early childhood educators, and teachers. The strategy includes all parties working together, and discussing student thinking and learning. In addition, educators are making connections to research to help inform practice, and deepen understanding of student engagement. Components of the second area of focus, living our Catholic faith, include elements of the Board vision, to “nurture

the hearts, minds, bodies, and souls of students,” as persons created in the image of God. New areas of focus for this section include the area of building student resiliency to help individuals become positive, meaningful contributors to the whole school community, and the world at large. Students in the CDSBEO are celebrated, and acknowledged for their special efforts, qualities and achievements through various initiatives and programs. In addition, they are given a sense of belonging through religious and family life education programs, through participation in the liturgical life of the church, and as active participants of their schools, families, and parishes. The third and final area of focus, making resources matter, defines the way the CDSBEO prioritizes resources to ensure continuous improvement for students. Knowing students, schools, and staff is the basis for making the best choices when allotting available resources. Developing

Canadians adopting more animals, says national animal shelter statistics Community – The Canadian Federation of Humane Societies (CFHS) released its report on the 2012 national animal shelter statistics Dec. 18. A first of its kind, the report is an accumulation of data from 102 shelters across the country and represents the best information about companion animals in Canadian shelters. “The collection of shelter statistics is vital to improve the welfare of companion animals in Canada,” says Toolika Rastogi, policy and research manager at the CFHS. “Having good data presents the overall situation and provides a way to monitor trends over time. Statistics also allow animal shelters to evaluate the effectiveness of their programs.” In 2012 more than 119,000 cats, 53,000 dogs and 15,000 other animals were taken in and cared for by Canadian shelters. This is a conservative number and only represents the 102 shelters who responded to the CFHS shelter statistics survey and not all of the Humane Societies, SPCAs, municipal pounds and other organizations that care for animals across the country. The intake of cats to shelters is consistently twice the intake of dogs in a given year. Since 2008 the number of animals brought in to shelters has increased, which may be related to the economic reces-

sion in Canada as well as other factors. “Only four per cent of cats brought in to shelters were reclaimed by owners compared to 26 per cent of dogs,” says Dr. Rastogi. “We strongly encourage everyone, members of the public and shelters, to use a permanent method of identification to ensure that lost animals are reunited with their families.” Overall only seven per cent of dogs and five per cent of cats (both stray and owner surrendered) entering shelters are already spayed or neutered. Ninety-six per cent of responding shelters spay or neuter animals in their care before adoption as a matter of policy. In 2012 shelters spayed and neutered more than 22,000 cats and more than 10,000 dogs. Adoption rates for dogs have dropped slightly from 52 per cent in 2010 to 48 per cent in 2012. Many dogs (4.3 per cent) are transferred to another facility with more capacity or to a rescue group. Cat adoption rates for 2012 are 46 per cent which is an increase from 2007 when only 38 per cent of cats were adopted. Euthanasia is the starkest reality of companion animal overpopulation due to a lack or responsible pet ownership. Six times as many cats were euthanized as dogs in 2012. Fortyone per cent of cats in shelters

a plan to build capacity, and ensure accountability, assists with a successful outcome for improvement. Delivering effective programs under the making resources matter focus begins with building capacity of staff; the board works closely with schools to ensure that goals, needs, and desired outcomes are identified. Plans are then developed to build capacity in the targeted area, helping to deliver effective programs. Strategies, such as job embedded professional development, assistive technology training and instructional rounds, help to establish and define desired outcomes, and accountability through the follow-up process. Ensuring student achievement, faith development and wellbeing is the third component to making resources matter. Knowing student needs, and making decisions within schools based on those needs, helps to define school improvement plans. Purposeful staffing, the use of student data, and listening to student voice, helps to develop safe and nurturing schools which understand student needs. Plans are built based on this information, with consideration of mental health literacy, and technology to enhance and support learning. Accountability and follow-up is implemented through student data, sur-

were euthanized compared with 15 per cent of dogs. The 2012 euthanasia rates are similar to those in 2011, however the rate has decreased since 2007 and 2008 and is much better than in the mid-1990s when euthanasia rates were closer to 60 per cent for cats and 30 per cent for dogs. “It is rare for a shelter to euthanize healthy animals,” says Dr. Rastogi “only three per cent of healthy cats and one per cent of healthy dogs were euthanized in shelters in 2012.” The CFHS made several recommendations to increase adoption rates and decrease euthanasia including, widespread education, accessible spay/ neuter initiatives and mandatory spay/neuter and identification for all animals leaving shelters. To read the full report, visit www.cfhs.ca. About the Canadian Federation of Humane Societies The Canadian Federation of Humane Societies is the national voice of humane societies and SPCAs. Since 1957, it has worked on behalf of its member societies to improve animal welfare and advocate for the humane treatment of animals in communities, on the farm, in the lab and in the wild. Submitted by the Canadian Federation of Humane Societies.

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veys, and action plans. All of these components help staff to understand where they want to be, how to achieve their goals, and how to have the maximum impact on students. Just-Us Youth Symposium The CDSBEO hosted its annual Just-Us Youth Day, a symposium for more than 210 Grade 10 students from across the board’s ten secondary schools. The day gives students an opportunity to learn about the good work being done by not-for-profit organizations and individuals committed to social justice initiatives. Each year the presentations are developed around a theme; this year’s theme was “Witnessing to Hope Through Justice.” Principal of Religious and Family Life Education, Jim Roberts, outlined the specifics of the day to the board. Students began the morning with a liturgy, followed by a keynote address given by Genevieve Gallant, an animator with Development and Peace. Genevieve shared her personal story of becoming a Catholic activist, and how Development and Peace, a Catholic organization, works as a voice for the voiceless, promoting social justice in developing nations. Her examples included initiatives in Honduras, Haiti, and the Philippines, where people

are dealing with conflict, water pollution, health concerns, and other effects that have resulted from the Canadian mining industry in these countries. Catholic student trustee, Terron James remarked, “students were so inspired by the keynote address, and the workshops were so informative and interactive. The students were very excited to participate in the day.” Students attended additional workshops in the afternoon, which discussed how they can make a difference in local and global communities. The workshops were presented by a wide variety of groups including: Free the Children, HelpAge Canada, Watercan, and India Village Poverty Relief Fund, among others. The day was organized and facilitated at all levels by the Catholic Student Senate and the Department of Religious and Family Life Education. The Senate has representation from all CDSBEO Catholic secondary schools under the leadership of Catholic student trustee James, who also played the role of host for the day. The planning and organizing of the event gave the students an opportunity to demonstrate their leadership skills. Submitted by the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario.

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Are we doing enough to protect natural areas and wildlife that lives there? By TINEKE KUIPER

Community â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Many communities in Ontario, Canada, and around the world have realized that it is important to protect large natural areas across their landscape, for the long term, with some having had the foresight to start doing this a long time ago. Increased growth should ideally take place outside important core natural areas. In Ontario, the first step toward the protection of such core natural areas considers key natural features such as provincially significant wetlands, significant woodlands, and areas of natural scientific interest that are identified by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (OMNR). Data on these features form the basis for making decisions about which are the core areas that should be protected. The next step ensures that important core natural areas are connected to each other through natural linkages, resulting in a Natural Heritage System (NHS) which benefits both nature and us. This is of great interest not only to naturalists, but also to anyone who enjoys the outdoors or who owns property that may include natural features such as wetlands and woodlands. Perhaps it is time to consider an NHS for Mississippi Mills. To find out what our neighbour, the City of Ottawa, is doing in this regard, the Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists invited Dr. Nick Stow, ecologist and for the last five years senior planner for land use and natural systems at the City of Ottawa, to speak at their last lecture for 2013. He chose the title â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Natural Landscape Design: the Art of the Possible,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; which perhaps reflects on the fact that for progress to be made one needs to be optimistic and there needs to be a good dose of political will. Dr. Stow did not disappoint us, as he gave a wellstructured overview to an audience of at least 60 people. Using many maps, he showed how Ottawa and its partner, the National Capital Commission, have protected important natural core areas. Using Google Earth, Dr. Stow showed the overall Ottawa landscape, where we can see two interrelated domains. In some areas, human-dominated towns and villages stand out, with their associated agricultural areas and connecting roads. In predominantly rural areas, we can see tracts of forests and wetlands, which are the domain of wildlife. These natural areas provide many ecological benefits that humans depend on, such as clean water and oxygen. When they become more diverse, as a result of protection, these ecosystems are more stable, resilient, and provide a greater range of ben-

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An example of a local healthy forest with abundant recycled to nutrients which benefit the forest. coarse woody debris on the forest floor, ready to be efits. These areas are also of intrinsic and psychological value to us. When we apply basic conservation principles across the landscape, we see that context is important, such as geological history and the continuum of human impacts. Scale is also critical in considering types of biodiversity and for coarse- or finefilter planning. In addition, island biogeography, landscape fragmentation, and connectivity need to be considered. For all of these reasons, decisions about developing an NHS are best made at the local level. Overall, Ottawa is about 1/3 urban, 1/3 agriculture, and 1/3 natural area. There is about 30 per cent forest cover, eight per cent of which is interior forest (over 100 metres from the forest edge). Deep interior forest (even farther from the edge) is most important for the protection of rare species and their habitat. Because of extensive forest fragmentation, such areas are rare near towns. There is about 20 per cent wetland cover, some of which overlaps with the forest cover. Across the landscape, Ottawa uses

four Natural Heritage Designations, said Dr. Stow. The first is natural environmental areas, which are core rural natural landscapes. These are probably the most important reserve areas, and they usually include sev-

eral key natural features. Examples include the Morris Island Conservation Area, the Burnt Lands Alvar (shared with Mississippi Mills), the Carp Ridge (very similar to our Wolf Grove and Pakenham wetland

complexes), the South March Highlands, and the Richmond Fen. Some areas, such as Stoney Swamp and Mer Bleue are part of the Greenbelt Master Plan. Restricted uses apply to these natural environmental areas and development is limited to a single dwelling on an existing lot with road frontage. The second designation is provincially significant wetlands. The third is other rural natural features consisting mainly of woodlands. The last is urban natural features, which are core urban natural areas where no development or site alteration is allowed, and for which priorities for acquisition are subject to budget. The compilation of the various rural land uses becomes part of Schedule A of the Official Plan (OP) and forms the basis for the zoning bylaw, which governs every square foot of the city. He explained that planning for the protection of natural areas involves several pieces of legislation. The overall vision for Ontarioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Land Use Planning System is provided by the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) under the Planning Act. This indicates, under section 2.1.2, the need to develop and maintain natural heritage systems that include linkages between natural areas. In the next few clauses, it also identifies the restrictions on development and site alteration in the various natural features and their adjacent lands. As municipalities develop their OPs, their policies (Ottawaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Natural Heritage policies are shown in their OP under 2.4.2) must be consistent with the PPS, or as dictated by the local situation and vision, and they can be better than these minimum requirements, which Ottawa has done in several cases. The Natural Heritage Manual of OMNR provides See NATURE page 4 R0012486710_0102

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Big Brothers Big Sisters Toy Show Jan. 26 Community – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County is hosting its annual Collectible Toy Show and Sale at the Almonte Civitan Hall on Jan. 26 proudly sponsored by Evelyn Wheeler, Lawyer. Everyone is welcome to attend. The agency is striving to present a well-balanced selection of diecast and tin toys, cars, trucks and trains, dolls and bears, ship models, comic books, action figures, electronic game cartridges, and so much more! There truly is something for the whole family. There will be more than 30 vendors and exhibitors participating, with a vast selection of toys and collectibles that appeal to everyone. Last year’s event drew in almost 300 people from all over eastern Ontario, and many of the same vendors and exhibitors are returning this year to showcase their collections and new items for sale. Mark the date in your books and show up early for the best deals. Doors open at 9 a.m. Admission is only $5 at the door, with children under 12 free.

Funds raised support Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring programs. There will be door prizes to make this day even more entertaining. The Almonte Civitan Club will have their canteen open for the event. Make it a family affair, stay for lunch, and share memories of your childhood with the next generation! Like a good deal? Want to be the first one to see what is available? Come for 8 a.m. and pay $10 for this advantage! New this year is an appraisal clinic from 1 to 3 p.m. Bring your toy or collectible and speak to an expert about its history and value. An additional $5 fee will be charged for this service. All net proceeds from the toy show will be used to help continue mentoring programs for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County, a local children’s charity. The agency provides one on one and group mentoring programs for more than 450 children throughout the county. The local agency does not receive government funding so it relies on fund-

raisers such as this one to provide their mentoring programs to local children. Serving children and youth in need has impacts that are far reaching in the community. A growing body of research supports the notion that mentoring is more than just a “nice service,” it is essential to the healthy development of youth: • Seventy-eight per cent of former Little Brothers who came from a social assistance background do not rely on social assistance as adults. • Little Brothers and Little Sisters were found to be 46 per cent less likely to initiate drug use than children studied in the control group. • Little Brothers and Little Sisters were found to be 27 per cent less likely to initiate alcohol use than children studied in the control group. More information about the agency can be found on their website at www.bigbrothersbigsisterslanark.ca or by calling their office at 613-283-0570.

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Natural area change—the transition of a swamp (wooded wetland) to a marsh (herbaceous wetland) and two gorgeous wetland plants. Colourful Swamp Milkweed (top) borders wetlands, and fragrant White Water Lily is found in ponds.

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further detailed guidance on developing an NHS and on the interpretation of the PPS. Dr. Stow indicated that the National Capital Commission is a major partner with Ottawa and has been responsible for the development of the Greenbelt Master Plan. In addition, the Nature Conservancy of Canada has partnered with Ottawa and has developed an Ottawa Valley Conservation Plan for the prioritization of lands to consider for conservation and protection. Of interest to us is that part of Mississippi Mills (south of the Pakenham wetland complex) is included in their plan, with several high priority areas indicated in our area, as well as in Ottawa west and Beckwith Township. As a result of a court challenge by the Greenspace Alliance at the Ontario Municipal Board, the City of Ottawa was recently forced to move from a ‘features’ approach that considered only core natural areas to a ‘systems’ approach, said Dr. Stow. The PPS requires core natural areas to be connected through linkages, in order to integrate them into a fully functioning NHS. Together with their partners, or alone, it has been agreed that Ottawa will identify and map by 2014 existing

and conceptual natural heritage linkages at a city-wide scale, including consideration of regional linkages outside the city boundaries. He showed the various approaches that the city has used to determine the most appropriate locations for these one kilometre-wide linkages, based on a computerized assessment of resistance to movement cost for species across the landscape. Resistance varied from one for woodlands and wetlands, to 20 for lakes and rivers, and 80 to 100 for transportation roads and impervious settled areas. He ended his talk by presenting a conceptual and integrated framework for stewardship. Part of this showed the need for a special stewardship fund targeted for the protection of sensitive lands, primarily in the rural areas. Such a fund could be used to support stewardship of rural land, for the purchase of conservation easements and, if needed, for the acquisition of critical properties. His last slide showed an example of the problems that can occur when there is no plan in place. As a result of poor development choices southeast of the Carp Ridge, important habitat was lost and a population of Blanding’s turtles became isolated and threatened in

the South March Highlands. Both areas involved are natural environmental areas, but a way of reconnecting them is needed. This shows that a good dose of political will is needed when decisions that are important in the long term may, for some, be less popular in the short term. He cited examples of decisions that have long-term benefits that Ottawa would like to implement: a ban on country lot subdivisions, the adoption of a site alteration bylaw, the implementation of natural linkages, a mineral aggregate resource review, and the acceptance of the overall framework. During questioning, Dr. Stow indicated that compared to Ottawa, municipalities such a Vancouver and Oakville have been more progressive. In our area there is a mindset that assumes more forest is always available. The Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists lecture series will resume this month, with the talk ‘An Artist’s Eye on Nature,’ Jan. 16 by Aleta Karstad, a nature artist who creates en plein air. Lectures begin at 7:30 p.m. and take place at Almonte United Church on Elgin Street, Almonte. Tineke Kuiper is a member of the Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists.

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Arnold Polk and his bees follow similar flights: simple needs, hard work, and timeless truths By DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@metroland.com

Lifestyle – From the rustic farmhouse with its long and weathered driveway, cars are heard rushing along County Road 29 between Arnprior and Pakenham. They sound like ocean waves crashing against rocks. In what could pass for a courtyard between the house and a bundle of young evergreens and a massive grey barn, a tabby kitten chases a dried leaf in the autumn breeze. The tiny feline’s universe is contained in a grain of sand that is Arnold Polk’s property. All farms are like this: the sense of a self-contained world, like a snow-globe or bee colony; harmonious interdependence that builds to a harvest. Polk has always enjoyed observing the world created by bees in the wooden boxes on his farm. The white boxes are plopped on the grass like dressers brought

outside for a yard sale. Even as a young man when the farm belonged to his father-in-law Donald Caldwell, Polk like to stroll over and take a look. He and Marion would come from the Toronto area; Polk would watch the bees and the beekeeper at work. “We’d come to have a visit on weekends. I’d watch them coming and going,” Polk said. “It’s interesting to see their own little world.” His young family wasn’t settled yet, back in 1975. Polk needed to figure out if he wanted to stay a marketing rep for DuPont. The job paid well. The house in Ajax was a nice one. But when the next inevitable recession hit how long before the salesmen were cut loose? They were told the farm was theirs if they wanted it. It housed 2,500 hens in the 1960s, hence the buildings. Maybe the jet setting life of big money and endless hours at work – busy as a bee - wasn’t the

meaning of life. His life, at least. “People didn’t want as much back then,” he said. “It’s not like today.” Four years later they packed everything up and moved here, on March 15, to Caldwell’s delight. “He died the next day,” Polk said. “It was like he held on until we got here then passed away by choice.” And yet they had big dreams for the place: the bees, raising lamb, Polk would eventually drive a school bus for many years. Marion’s steady income as a nurse in Almonte would be their foundation. “We thought we were going to do it all.” Polk’s easy going demeanour, his strong health, his successful children, his embracing of new things – “I’ve recently discovered golf” – all point to a life well lived. With few regrets he is slowing down. In late October boxes were placed over the 20 or

so bee colonies. The 75,000 bees in frames cluster into a ball for warmth. The wood shavings help save about 20,000 of them. Winter will claim the rest. Such is the circle of life. Bee god But that wasn’t on this day. On this day he took a generous amount of time to painstakingly explain the process of honey making. It’s the kind of thing beekeepers must get all the time. But he treats it as though it were the first time. There is a surprising amount of work involved. When the colonies shrug off winter, they are congenial and mix and match. But by mid August bees are feisty – attacking weaker colonies and fiercely defending their own. If Polk wasn’t there playing God by balancing out populations and moving frames from one box to another, some would produce very little. “It’s like any business. If well managed, you can make money,”

he said. “If you are disciplined and finish the job, that’s where the profit is.” Still, there are good years and bad years. Both are largely out of his control. A brutal winter with strong winds; invasive species from other continents; now the threat of pesticides: all can have dramatic effects on honey production. He lost 80 per cent last year to a verolla mite infestation. The treatment was too diluted. He has jarred him. “The mite levels were a lot higher than I anticipated,” he said. “I’m in semiretirement and to look after them is a very labour intensive process. “I’ve had a good run.” The bees could be growing tired too. They fly over acres upon acres of corn and soya fields, likely breathing in chemical-laced dust, to pollinate fewer and fewer flowers.

young people getting into the beekeeping business. A good season sees 30,000 pounds of honey produced at Polk’s. He said there is a solid network of beekeepers in the Ottawa Valley, all willing to help one another. And that there is plenty of business to go around for anyone wanting in. “Oh, sure. There are challenges, but it’s like anything else. I could never just do one thing all day long. I like doing a little of this and a little of that. Bees are part of that.” Polk would be the first to say he has little in common with the new apostles of buy-local, community cooperation, organic, slow-food, etc. And yet the irony is he lives what others preach. It’s a ma-and-pa operation with jars sold at the nearby Pakenham General Store and other small businesses. And, yes, the beekeeper has Sweet business never tired of the taste. Despite the modern day chal“We use a lot of honey, in or lenges, Polk would recommend coffee and everything.”

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Lifestyle – Christmas at the shelter was exciting and busy. Thank you to the many volunteers, staff and generous donors who made the holidays extra special for the animals. The shelter received large donations of treats, supplies and goodies for the animals, including a large donation from the Kong Company over the holidays, and one of our volunteers made a roast beef and sweet potato Christmas dinner for our dogs. The cats were not without special attention; several volunteers volunteered their time over the holidays to provide extra belly rubs and treats to the cats as well. To view the “Christmas at the Shelter” video on You Tube prepared by one of our volunteers, please visit the link: http://www. This week’s featured cats: youtube.com/watch?v=jy_41L56u If you like to be smothered with Ms&feature=youtu.be. hugs and kisses you simply have to meet these three extremely afThis week’s featured dog: fectionate boys. Jasper Being a typical beagle, Jasper Oliver Twist loves to sniff and explore his surWhat a handsome Main Coon roundings. He enjoys his walks mix. Oliver is so cuddly, he just but doesn’t care for cars as they can’t stop loving anyone who pass him by. He does well with picks him up. Hard to believe that people and other dogs. He is very a cat like this one is not being reenergetic when he plays, and his united with his family. He came as ears flapping in the wind while he a stray but was clearly in a home runs will bring a smile to anyone’s with loving people before he came face. to LAWS.

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About one in five clients who use the Canadian Cancer Society Transportation Program reported that they would miss their life-saving appointments if they were not assisted by the Society. Fundraising campaign Wheels of Hope is a local fundraising campaign that was launched in September to help raise money for the transportation program in Lanark, Leeds & Grenville. Last year, the local office spent more

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Donner This older grey, de-clawed boy suffered from a flea allergy. He had lost a lot of fur and was really emaciated when he was brought in. With the loving care of the staff and volunteers he’s growing back his lovely coat. He’s been eating really well and gaining back some weight. He loves to be hugged and eagerly awaits a new couch for you and him to snuggle on together. Please note that adoptions have resumed at the shelter. Please stop in to see the many new furry friends at the shelter that are awaiting their gift of a new home. From all the staff, volunteers and animals at LAWS, we would like to wish everyone a very happy and healthy new year!

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Still 169 rides need funding in Wheels of Hope campaign cancer treatments you can call (613) 267-1058 or 1 800 367-2913 or visit the local community office in Perth. The Canadian Cancer Society is a national community-based organization of volunteers whose mission is the eradication of cancer and the enhancement of the quality of life of people living with cancer. To learn more, visit www.cancer.ca or call the bilingual Cancer Information Service, toll-free, at 1-888939-3333.

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OPP, OFSC warn snowmobilers to stay off early ice News – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) are reminding snowmobilers that no ice can be considered 100 per cent safe to ride on with a snowmobile. This is especially true this winter when ice is forming earlier than usual in many areas and may look safe, but is not yet thick or strong enough. This ice warning also applies during any prolonged period of thaw or rain, and late in the season after ice begins to deteriorate from milder temperatures. To avoid unnecessary risks, the OPP and OFSC recommend that snowmobilers stick to available, land-based, OFSC Prescribed Trails whenever possible. OFSC clubs provide many trails that avoid water crossings altogether and also provide many bridges and culverts to

pass over known water crossings safely. If you do make the personal choice to take the risk of travelling on ice by snowmobile, wait until a marked stake line is in place and cross only when you can follow it directly from shore to shore, without stopping on the ice. While ice crossing is never a sure thing, snowmobilers can also reduce their risk by: • Checking ice thickness and quality before riding onto any frozen water. • Understanding that ice conditions may vary from day to day, from hour to hour and from place to place. • Never travelling on ice alone, at night or while impaired. • Avoiding slushy ice, untracked ice, or ice near moving water or dock bubblers. • Watching out for obstacles like rocks, stumps, docks, ice

roads and fishing huts. • Wearing a buoyant snowmobile suit and carrying ice picks. The OPP is committed to saving lives on Ontario’s highways, trails and waterways through the reduction of preventable injury and death. Initiatives are developed and delivered through the Provincial Traffic Safety Program. Visit opp.ca for more information. The OFSC is committed to proactive leadership in promoting safe, responsible riding, on and off Ontario snowmobile trails, by building safer snowmobiling knowledge, attitudes and behaviours through rider education, safety legislation development and enforcement. For more information, visit ofsc. on.ca. Submitted by the Ontario Provincial Police.

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News – The Canadian Cancer Society in Lanark, Leeds & Grenville is slowly closing in on its goal of raising funds to support 415 local rides to life-saving chemotherapy and radiation treatments, as the annual Wheels of Hope campaign draws to a close. Unit President Janice Hopkins is asking the local community to lend their support and help get their neighbours to life-saving cancer treatments. “The fundraising campaign ends on Dec. 31, 2013, so time is running short if people wish to contribute,” says Hopkins. “We remain hopeful that we’ll reach that goal, so that we’ll be able to support the 339 adults and 17 children that depend on our transportation service.” The Canadian Cancer Society’s Transportation Program is the largest of its kind in North America and is run solely by donations from the public, service clubs and local businesses. In 2012, the volunteer drivers of the Lanark, Leeds & Grenville unit drove an astounding 299,518 kilometers to ensure that cancer patients in their community got to their treatments. That is equivalent to driving around the world seven times! “Our volunteer drivers are truly remarkable people who give of their time and the use of their vehicle to help local families get to their live-saving treatments,” says Hopkins. “Instead of worrying about how or whether they can make it to the next appointment, patients are able to focus on getting better and fighting cancer.”

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A lot of vehicle fix-its can be blamed on owner error Car Counsellor BRIAN TURNER

shield. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t beat on the washer nozzles to free them from their icy capsules. Instead brush off the snow and any loose ice gently with your car brush and then use the heat of your bare hands to clear the nozzles. If the ice is really thick, try pouring washer fluid over the wipers and/ or nozzles. Remember wipers are just that, wipers, not snow plows, so donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t try to remove three inches of thick wet snow with them, use a brush. When we get a load of

wet snow, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s surprising how many drivers fail to realize the risk of not clearing it off the roof of their vehicle. Other than presenting a risk to other vehicles following them, the heavy white stuff can twist wiper arms and blades like pretzels when it comes sliding forward at a stop, not to mention the lack of forward vision it creates. Can seem to get a handle on things â&#x20AC;&#x201C; If itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s minus 35 outside and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d just spent the night outside, think of what

would happen if someone yanked on one of your appendages; ouch! Be gentle with plastic door handles, trim parts, cargo covers and the like. A little prevention can go a long way to keep things intact. A can of silicone lubricating compound (available at any auto parts or hardware store) can be a car ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best winter friend. Spray rubber door seals to keep them from freezing solid to the door frame. Use the small spray straw to lubricate exterior door handle pivots, hinges and such. A shot of spray on wiper blades can help to keep them from freezing stiff. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to lube the gas door release (if your vehicle has one). Blowing the blower motor â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The light pow-

dery snow thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s popular this time of year can present its own unique problems to our chariots. If enough of it gets into the cabin air intake system it can collect, thaw, and then refreeze around the blower motor blades (shaped like a hamster running cage) and when you hit the heater switch in the morning you get a great racket coming out of the dash and not much else; no heat, no air flow. To prevent this, make sure you brush as much snow as possible away from the base of the windshield. If possible, get the vehicle into a heated indoor area for a few hours

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Study shows alarming rates of illegal tobacco at high schools, hospitals batting the issue of contraband tobacco, but now is the time to act,â&#x20AC;? added Bryans. The 2013 Ontario budget featured measures that would include increased fines for those convicted of illegal tobacco offenses, forfeiture of illegal seized tobacco items and strengthening the provisions to improve the Tobacco Tax Act. Premier Wynne also recently in-

troduced legislation that extended the smoking ban within Ontario to keep tobacco out of the hands of youth. The OCSA is also concluding its Communities Against Contraband Tobacco campaign which saw more than 90 per cent of the province via its municipalities pass resolutions asking for the Ontario government to follow through on the 2013

commitments. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Contraband tobacco is a major issue for our 7,000 retailers across Ontario. We will continue to work with this government until these measures are put into place to ensure the safety of our communities,â&#x20AC;? concluded Bryans. When tested with underage secret shoppers (age 15 to 18), convenience stores scored the highest with an 87.3 per

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4-H Canada smashes goals with year-long food drive News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Thanks to the generous support from 4-H youth across Canada, 75,675 pounds of food was given to local food banks across Canada. This far surpassed the goal of 26,000 pounds, or one pound for each Canadian 4-H member. 4-H youth made donations to many organizations such as school breakfast programs, soup kitchens, shelters, outreach groups and friendship centres. They nearly tripled their original goal of 26,000 pounds by raising cash, collecting cans and even harvesting nine acres of soybeans. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our 4-H youth have a strong tradition of giving back to their communities and they understand the need to share food with those who need it most,â&#x20AC;? said Shannon Benner, chief executive officer of 4-H Canada. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are committed to providing Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s youth with expansive skills, strong

leadership abilities and a dynamic range of positive experiences.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a tremendous accomplishment of 4-H members working together to raise thousands of pounds of essential food for food banks and in turn assisting Canadians in need,â&#x20AC;? said Katharine Schmidt, executive director of Food Banks Canada. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are very appreciative of organizations like 4-H Canada who have chosen to support the cause of hunger in communities across Canada.â&#x20AC;? 4-H Canada had tremendous support throughout its centennial year with a variety of events, such as the national food drive. As 4-H moves into the next century, it is poised to initiate ideas, respond to challenges as well as play an important role in helping young people develop the self-confidence and skills needed to become well-rounded citizens.

About 4-H Canada 4-H is one of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s longest-running and most respected youthserving organizations helping young Canadians to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;learn to do by doingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in a safe environment. With more than 26,000 members and 8,400 volunteer leaders, the 4-H community has extended beyond its rural roots and offers clubs for a diverse range of interests and skills across the country. Provided with tools and guidance, 4-H members work individually as well as with others to reach their goals. This unique combination of group-based learning and personal interests is what makes the 4-H experience exciting and memorable for everyone involved. Through this process, we are creating a 4-H culture of skilled, responsible and confident leaders that are committed to positively impacting their communities across Canada.

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Healing hug Community – Carleton Place’s Sharon Rosenfeldt, one of the founders of the Victims of Violence Centre for Missing Children, gives tyke player Sam Waldick a big hug after receiving flowers at the opening of the It Shouldn’t Hurt to be a Child tournament in Arnprior. The high profile tournament, which ran Nov. 22 to 24, raises money for the victims rights group. Photo by JOHN CARTER

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Conservatives quietly cut services to consumers DEAR EDITOR: In his Speech from the Throne this fall, Mr. Harper said he wanted to put the needs of consumers first by ensuring they receive better and more competitive costs and by creating more jobs for Canadians. Barely a few weeks later, and just before the holidays, his government quietly announced – one day after Parliament was adjourned – that consumers will pay more in order to get fewer services from Canada Post, and that thousands of people will lose their jobs. Canadians are worried, and rightly so. Rate and service changes are being forced on them without any meaningful consultation – and at a time when their elected representatives are unable to demand an explanation on their behalf. Canada Post provides an essential service that must, undoubtedly, adapt and keep up with the times to meet constantly changing demands. But the changes made to this Crown corporation should never be glossed over hastily, without any discussion or real consultation, in the hope that no one will notice. Canada Post affects the daily lives of everyone, and the government has a duty to properly inform the public about the current situation of our postal services. The Conservative government has an already alarming record when

it comes to managing anything related to Canada Post, even though the corporation provides a vital service to small businesses and middle class families across the country. We all remember the 2011 strike by Canada Post employees forced back to work at the government’s orders. Once again this week, Mr. Harper and his government failed to negotiate openly and communicate relevant information to Canadians who deserve to know the facts and condition of their postal service. After this announcement, Canadians have reason to doubt this government’s genuine interest in meeting the needs of consumers. Despite the ethical scandals hounding him and his office, Mr. Harper is unwilling to live by the principles of transparency and consultation. The democratic process exists to ensure that Canadians receive genuine representation and that their elected officials are able to defend their interests in Ottawa. During this fall session, once again, the Conservatives did nothing to support middle-class families. Since the Speech from the Throne, Mr. Harper has beaten all records for inaction. Justin Trudeau, M.P. Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada

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Fighting the flu Editorial – If you look around your school, workplace or in your own home, chances are someone you’re close to has caught the nasty influenza bug gripping Lanark, Leeds and Grenville. It isn’t a surprise to the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, who report that influenza activity is on the rise in Ontario, in particular, a subtype of influenza A (H1N1) which was the same strain responsible for the pandemic flu outbreak in 2009. While no one enjoys the flu, children and seniors over the age of 65 are particularly susceptible and the health unit states the best way to avoid coming down with it, is it get your flu shot. They recommend anyone over the age of six months get their shot to protect themselves, which is free from your local health care provider or pharmacy. Remember to bring along your health card if you plan on getting the shot at your local pharmacy and that pharmacists can’t give the vaccine to those under five years of age. For a list of pharmacies offering the service, visit www.healthunit.org. In addition to getting the flu shot, there are other ways you can avoid getting sick, including washing your hands regularly, use hand sanitizer, cover your cough and ensure hard surfaces remain clean and disinfected. If you happen to come down with the flu, prevent the spread of it by staying home from work or school and see your doctor. A little common sense will help us all stay flu-free this winter.

Christmas tree was a treasured addition to the kitchen Lifestyle – It didn’t take Mother long, after moving to a drafty old log house in the backwoods of Renfrew Country, to figure out the parlour was no place for the Christmas tree. With no insulation, storm windows, or heat, the room was closed off for the winter, and so the Christmas tree, after much moving of furniture, was crammed into a corner of the kitchen. Father didn’t care where it was, as long as it wasn’t put up until Christmas Eve, a German custom that was part of his heritage for three generations. Well, it didn’t take long for Mother to get rid of that idea too! The tree, about two weeks before Christmas was hauled in from the bush, dragged behind the flat-bottom sleigh, and let stand in the summer kitchen until the clumps of snow could be taken off its widespread branches. And then, with much finagling, it was wired to the window frame on one side, and the downstairs bedroom door on the other. It sat in a washtub of water, in the hope that the heat from the Findlay Oval wouldn’t entirely rob the tree of its needles. There was always a mystery to the

tree decorations which I could never figure out. Every year dozens of little tin holders with miniature candles in them were clamped all over the Christmas tree. But they were never lit. And I wondered why on earth we had candles on a tree if they couldn’t be glowing at night? Well, Mother, with her dread of fire, was the reason. “The whole place would go up like a tinder box,” she’d say, if I even as much as suggested we could at least light a few of them. And I would wonder why we even bothered bringing them down from the humpbacked trunk upstairs! A flat box of tinsel was bought long before I was even born, and every year, the long thin pieces were carefully hung on the branches of the tree, and the day the tree came down, every last piece of the tinsel was laid out carefully in the same box, and tucked away for another year. It was my sister Audrey’s job to make sure the tub of water under the tree was always full. That meant she had to haul it in from the pump outside, and “While you’re at it,” Mother would say, “you might as well fill the reservoir, too.” Vice President & Regional Publisher Mike Mount mmount@perfprint.ca 613-283-3182, ext. 104

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The few glass ball decorations Mother had brought from New York, coloured paper loops made by us children, and only the prettiest of Christmas cards which had come through the mail, were placed here and there on the wide sweeping branches. After the tree was up for the holidays, it changed the whole house. I loved the nights when we all sat around the table, and the coal-oil lamp sent out dim beams of light and the tinsel, moving gently from the heat in the kitchen from the stove, made the tree magical. There were never any gifts under the tree until they mysteriously appeared on Christmas morning. But I would sit, with my elbows on the table, and just stare at the wonder of it all. And I would picture in my mind what of my News Editors: Laurie Weir, Joe Morin, Ashley Kulp REPORTERS: Howaida Sorour, Tara Gesner, Desmond Devoy, Kelly Kent, Jennifer Westendorp DISTRIBUTION: Lori Sommerdyk, 613-283-3182 ,ext. 138 CLASSIFIEDS/REGIONAL ROUNDUP: Fax: 613-283-5909 Judy Michaelis Email: jmichaelis@perfprint.ca Lee Ann Gilligan Email: lgilligan@perfprint.ca

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list sent to the Ottawa Farm Journal would be left for me by Santa. Would he bring me the doll I had seen in the Five and Dime store window? And what about the real store-bought underwear I longed for? So many an evening before Christmas was spent just dreaming of that morning when I would waken and find that Santa hadn’t forgotten us in Northcote after all. And each day, the spruce tree got sparser and sparser. It didn’t matter how carefully my sister Audrey was about keeping the tub full of water, every night there seemed to be another dustpan full of needles to sweep up and dump into the Findlay Oval. And with each dustpan gathered up with the broom, Father could be heard muttering from his rocking chair by the oven door, that had Mother listened to him, and waited until Christmas Eve to put up the tree, it might look half “decent” by the time Christmas morning rolled around! Although I would have loved to have the tree stay up until the New Year rolled in, it rarely lasted until a day or so after Christmas. By then, you ADVERTISING SALES: ADVERTISING SALES CO-ORDINATOR Andrea Harding SALES: Cheryl Johnston, Sharon Sinfield, Kathy Perreault, Kevin Hoover, Jamie Rae-Gomes Email: emcsales@perfprint.ca Fax: 613-283-9988 THE DEADLINE FOR DISPLAY ADVERTISING IS MONDAY 4:30 PM

could see clear back to the wainscoting along the wall behind it, and we all knew, it wouldn’t be long until the heat of the stove, confined to the kitchen as it was, the Christmas tree would be as bare as a badger. And it would be unwired from its moorings, and dragged out of the kitchen, back through the summer kitchen, and tossed behind the house, a most pathetic sight if I ever saw one! The tub would be emptied, furniture rearranged, and the only remnants of that most wonderful time of the year, would be the needles that seemed to appear out of nowhere for weeks long after the Christmas season was over. Father knew better than to say “I told you so.” If he did venture an opinion, Mother would remind him that his job was to look after the barns, hers was to look after the house! I pray you had a joyous Christmas with loved ones around you, and I wish for all of you good health and happiness for 2014. Interested in an electronic version of Mary’s books? Go to https://www. smashwords.com and type Mary’s name for e-book purchase details. • Advertising rates and terms and conditions are according to the rate card in effect at time advertising published. • The advertiser agrees that the publisher shall not be liable for damages arising out of errors in advertisements beyond the amount charged for the space actually occupied by that portion of the advertisement in which the error occurred, whether such error is due to negligence of its servants or otherwise... and there shall be no liability for non-insertion of any advertisement beyond the amount charged for such advertisement. • The advertiser agrees that the copyright of all advertisements prepared by the Publisher be vested in the Publisher and that those advertisements cannot be reproduced without the permission of the Publisher. • The Publisher reserves the right to edit, revise or reject any advertisement.

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Trees suffer Perhaps the saddest and longest lasting result of this latest icy calamity is the impact on trees. The same thing that happened here in 1998. Intense freezing rain quickly builds on surfaces and trees are especially vulnerable. Torontoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s old urban forest has been particularly hard hit. Sixteen years ago I was the publisher of the community newspapers in Carleton Place and Almonte and, not surprisingly, we devoted most of our space in January of that year to the ice storm and its aftermath. The most vivid memory for me is driving along High Street in Carleton Place, one of the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest residential streets, and viewing the damage to all of the old trees which lined the boulevard and stood on some of the expansive properties on that particular street. Limbs and branches were piled high everywhere. I took photographs of that sad scene which ran in the following weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s edition of the Carleton Place Canadian. In those days newspaper photos were printed mainly in black and white. As I prepared to write this column I dipped into my personal newspaper archives and located the edition that photo appeared in. The image is just

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as stark and disturbing today. Winter weather can be extremely unforgiving! All that can be done is to clean-up the mess and move forward. The damage to trees is the longest lasting reminder of this kind of situation. Incidents such as the ice storms I am writing about this week are rare. But they are extremely trying, especially in a society which is so utterly dependent on electricity. When the power dies we are in trouble. This latest issue is another reminder of just how vulnerable we are when the â&#x20AC;&#x153;juiceâ&#x20AC;? stops flowing for long periods. Being left without hydro for hours is annoying enough. But try shivering in the dark night after night, as so many millions of our fellow citizens did last month. The fact this calamity stretched through Christmas and also upended many peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plans simply added to the stormâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s impact. This was one Christmas those affected will never forget! Ultimately the most important aspect of all of this is the enduring strength of the human spirit. People helping people! There were untold examples across the affected regions. It was a repeat of what happened during the massive 1998 ice storm. Hydro crews from areas unaffected by the bad weather gave up their Christmas season to travel to Toronto and other hard hit areas. They worked tirelessly to get the lights back on and in the process saved the holidays for countless families in Ontario, Quebec and the Maritimes. Some people invited electrical workers into their homes to share Christmas dinner. Others volunteered at warming centres where so many were forced to move temporarily when the mercury plunged following the icy deluge. Kind hearted business owners and individuals donated food and money or provided general assistance to those in need as a result of this natural calamity. Toronto can be proud of so many of its residents. Media accounts of the good deeds done in the wake of the storm are endless. Neigh-

bours helped neighbours, some folks invited strangers in to their homes because they had power while others living around them were shivering inside freezing houses and apartments. In New Brunswick people applauded spontaneously when utility workers walked into a restaurant to have lunch. By Day 4 of the emergen-

cy the Toronto Fire Service had responded to more than 11,000 calls. Police, paramedics and firefighters had very little down time in Toronto and all of the affected areas. Even embattled Toronto mayor Rob Ford gained a little traction by, seemingly, being everywhere. Instead of apologies he was doing what mayors are supposed to do during crises, reassuring residents and trying to boost peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spirits. Of course there is also a warning bell sounded in the wake of this latest weatherrelated debacle. Yes, disasters of this magnitude are rare. But there is a clear message here that all of us should acknowledge. We should have a

personal plan that will see us through this sort of situation. Having a safe, alternate means of cooking and/or warmth in winter should be part of the plan. We should also have enough food (canned products) and water to see us through a crisis. Bottled water is cheap and readily available. Not everyone can afford a generator but if you can they are a major asset, especially if you live in a rural location. In the wake of the severe Ice Storm of 2013 the Boy Scout motto comes to mind: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Be prepared!â&#x20AC;? If you have a comment or question for Jeff Maguire he can be reached by email at: jeffrey.maguire@rogers.com.

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some areas of Toronto, especially the east end, were seriously impacted other parts of the city escaped relatively unscathed. The same was true in 1998. Carleton Place, where we live, experienced mainly individual electrical problems caused when falling trees and branches ripped power lines from homes and businesses. In the rest of the community, including the subdivision where we live, the lights stayed on throughout what was a fiveday weather event. During the massive cleanup that followed we experienced one, 20-minute outage as Hydro crews fixed an individual problem in the area. Believe me, we counted ourselves extremely fortunate! Friends of ours in nearby Beckwith Township were without electricity for 19 days. And there were many others who experienced similar, or even lengthier, outages. Last Friday, six days after the freezing rain descended on Toronto, 80 per cent of those who experienced electrical blackouts were up and running again. During this past weekend most of the rest were reconnected.

Lifestyle â&#x20AC;&#x201C; As we begin a new year it is not what lies ahead which is making the news it is what happened at the very end of 2013 that remains in the forefront. Once again the awesome power of nature was on full display during December as wintry weather dealt large areas of North America a series of blows. The worst weather occurred during the lead-up to Christmas as an extensive freezing rain storm swept across the eastern part of the continent. The icy blast was devastating, ruining the holiday plans of millions. The electrical grid took a massive hit and travel by air and land became impossible for lengthy periods, causing chaos during the busiest travel period of the year. Readers along the north shore of Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River will certainly relate to what I am writing. Many were significantly impacted by what will no doubt be forever dubbed the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ice Storm of 2013.â&#x20AC;? For millions of others, including myself, this occurrence sparked unpleasant memories of the much bigger ice storm of January 1998. Sixteen years ago this month several days of freezing precipitation caused havoc across an even wider area of eastern Canada and the northeastern United States. That disastrous weather event was far worse due to its duration and the subsequent impact on trees and in turn the electricity delivery system. The effects of that giant ice storm are still visible in the forests of eastern Ontario and northern New York State, to name two of the hardest hit regions. But donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t try to tell residents of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest city that the 1998 ice storm was worse than what they have just been through! Toronto missed what happened 16 years ago. This time the sprawling metropolis took a direct hit and the result was devastating for millions of its citizens. At this writing an all-out effort is continuing to get Torontoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s electrical grid back to where it was before the icy mess struck on the weekend of Dec. 21 to 22. At least in 1998 Mother Nature was â&#x20AC;&#x153;kindâ&#x20AC;? enough to wait until Jan. 5 to unleash her fury. This time she wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t as accommodating. The result was Christmas holiday chaos for so many people in southern Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick and parts of the northeastern US. Freezing rain is such a hit and miss problem. While

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Almonte Fair Board Winter Dance to the Glen Silverson Band, Almonte Civitan Hall, Saturday, January 11, 8-midnight. Silent Auction. Advance tickets: Alyssa 613256-6263, Marilyn 613-256-3130, Debbie 613-257-4111. Euchre- 4 hand, January 9, 7:30 pm. Sponsored by the Town & Country Tenants Assoc., 375 Country St. Light lunch. 613-256-4179. Euchre at Holy Name of Mary School Gym on Patterson St. in Almonte. Every Wed. 7 p.m. Prizes awarded and light lunch. Mills’ Seniors Services, Almonte. Fit as a Fiddle, every Friday, at 10 a.m. Almonte United Church. Transportation and healthy lunch included. Call Seniors Services 613-256-4700. Mills’ Seniors Services, Almonte, Parkinson’s Support Group. Monday, January 6, from 7-9 p.m. at the Mills’ office, 67 Industrial Drive. Call Seniors Services 613-256-4700 to register. Meetings take place the last Monday of the month. Mills Seniors Services’ Home Support, General Diners Lunch at the Mills’ Office, 67 Industrial Drive. Tuesday, January 14. Transportation and entertainment provided. Call 613-256-4700. Mills Seniors Services’ Home Support, Golden Oldies Lunch. Thursday, January 9, at the Mills’ Office, 67 Industrial Drive. Transportation and entertainment provided by Larry Lunney. Call 613-256-4700. Mills Seniors Services’ Home Support, Lunch out and shopping trip. Thursday, January 16. Call 613-2564700 to reserve our seat on the bus. Mills’ Seniors Services’ Home Support, Music & Memories lunch program, Tuesday, January 7, Transportation available. Entertainment provided. Call 613-256-4700 or Jean Perry 257-3296, for program information. Mills’ Seniors Services, Transportation to the Arthritis Aquafit Swim Program, every Monday at 11:15 am. Carleton Place Pool. Call 613-256-4700 to reserve your seat on the bus. Mills’ Seniors Services, Weekly Foot Care Clinics, Alison Kaczan RPN provides care, at the Mills’ Seniors Services Office, 67 Industrial Drive. Call 613-256-4700 for appointment.

613-216-9008. Euchre, every 2nd, 3rd and 4th Monday of the month. 7:30 p.m. Legion. Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary. Bring your friends. Lunch/prizes. 613-253-6375. French Playgroup “Plaisirs D’Enfants”. Every Tuesday 9:30-11:30 a.m. Beckwith Community Hall (Black’s Corners). 613-253-0008. Ladies Darts, every Tuesday starting 7:30 p.m. Legion. Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary. Urban Forest Advisory Committee meeting. 7:30 p.m. Council Chambers Town Hall. Jan. 16.

KEMPTVILLE Alzheimer Society- Support Group Meetings. 4th Thursday each month, 1-3 p.m. Bayfield Manor, 100 Elvira St. BNI of Kemptville, meeting. Every Tuesday 6:45-8:30 a.m. Alumni Hall, Kemptville College (613)863-4853. North Grenville Toastmasters meet 1st, 3rd Thursday every month. O’Farrell Financial Services, Boardroom (292 County Rd. 44). 7 p.m. Learn communication/leadership skills. Sat. Jan. 4- Breakfast at Kemptville Snowmobile Clubhouse 8:0011:00. Bring snowmobile related articles to sell or buy at our swap meet held upstairs 8:00-11:00, and weather permitting.

LANARK Fitness Classes every Monday (except holidays). 9:30-10:30 a.m. North Lanark County Community Health Centre. 613-259-2182. Lanark Lodge Pub (3rd Thursday every month). 2 p.m. Hosted by recreation dept. Info. 613-267-4225. Walking group, every Tuesday morning, 9 a.m. from the NLCCHA. Refreshments, exercises/speaker after walk. Heather 613-259-2182.

MERRICKVILLE Lego Club, Saturday, January 4, All day drop-in 10-4 drop-in. Merrickville Library. Ages 4+.

PERTH Breakfast- 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. After 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. masses at St. Mary’s- 28 Hawthorne. Sponsor: Knight of Columbus. Carleton Place Sunset Club meets every Wednesday, 1 p.m. Legion. Euchre, bid euchre, games, socializing. Third Wed. each monthshort general meeting, noon. Potluck lunch/games follows. 613-257-7483. Debtors Anonymous. If you are having problems with money or debt then we can help. 6:30 Tuesdays, St. James Hall, Bell and Edmund Street.

Adult Bereavement group, Wednesday, January 8, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Lanark Lodge, 115 Christie Lake Rd. Contact: Rebecca Bowie 613-267-6400. Al-Anon Meetings. If you are living with or near a drinking problem. Every Thursday 8 p.m. St. James Anglican Church, Drummond St. 613267-4848, 613-267-6039. Are you trying to cope with a family member suffering from a mental illness? NAMI support group, every 4th Tuesday of the month. Info: 283-2170.

Bagpipe band practice, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Masonic Hall, 46 Russell St. W. New members welcome. Info: Wayne 283-9792, cell 284-7038 or www.gordonpipeband.com Blood Donor Clinic, Civitan Club- Mon. Jan. 13, 1-7 p.m. Bridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7:00 p.m., Thursdays, January 9, 16, 23, 30, at Perth Civitan Club. For partnership contact Bert Picard 613-267-5305. Bridge, Social- McMartin House, 125 Gore St., East, every Friday afternoon. 613-267-3952. Bridge (Social) InstructionLearn and improve your social bridge play at McMartin House. Sessions held 1:00- 3:00 pm on every Thursday from January 9th to the end of March, 2014. Join any Thursday. 613-267-7744. Carpet Bowling, Wednesdays, January 8, 12:45 p.m Branch 244 Perth Upon Tay, Royal Canadian Legion. Contact: 613-267-6872. Community Dinner at St James Anglican Church, 12 Harvey St on Saturday, January 11, 4:30-6:00 p.m. Everyone welcome. Community Dinner, hosted by St. John’s Catholic Church at St. James Anglican Church, 12 Harvey St. Saturday, January 4, 4:30-6:00 p.m. Everyone welcome. CPHC (Community and Primary Health Care) Seniors Heartwise Fitness Classes, 50+. Every Tuesday, 11 a.m., Perth Civitan Club. Certified instructors. Info Donna 613-2738672 or Mercedes 613-272-0222. Ladies Auxiliary General Meeting, January 9. 7 p.m. Legion. It’s time to renew your membership. Tickets available till Friday, Jan 17 for Robbie Burns Dinner Dance. Lanark Lodge Birthday Party (last Thursday every month). 2 p.m. Hosted by recreation dept. Info. 613-267-4225. Perth Civitan Bingo, every Wednesday. Opens at 6 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Perth Historical Society, 200th Anniversary Celebration Preparations, January 16 meeting. Legion 26 Beckwith St E, 7:30 p.m. Info: 613-264-0094. Perth Old Tyme Fiddler’s Dance, Perth Legion Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. January 10. Info: (613)259-2569 or (613)283-8703. Rideau Trail Association Snowshoe or Hike, Sunday, January 12, Murphys Point Park, level 1, moderate pace, 8-10 km, Meet at 9:30 a.m. at Conlon Farm. Leader: Sabine Jaekel 613-267-5390, Rideau Trail Association, Winter End-to-End Snowshoeing or Skiing, Weekend 1. January 4, meet at 8:15 a.m. at Salem Rd and 9th concession Road 9. Sunday, January 5 meet to leave at 8:30 a.m. Contact leader Bill Murdoch 613-483-7909. Riverview Seniors, Tuesday, January 14, meeting 1 pm followed by social, Perth Upon Tay, Branch 244 Royal Canadian Legion. New members always welcome. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly). Meets Thursday evenings at Lanark THE EMC - 10 - Thursday, January 2, 2014

Lodge. Info. Janet 613-264-9139. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), weight loss support group. Meetings every week. Info./location 613-838-4777.

RURAL 4 hand euchre, Wednesday, January 8, 7:00 p.m. Montague Seniors Hall, Rosedale. Good prizes, good food. (613)284-1074. 4 hand euchre with lunch and prizes, every Friday, 7 p.m. Montague & District Seniors Club, 658 Rosedale Rd S. (613)283-6240, (613)283-8482. 6 hand euchre with lunch, every Saturday, 1 p.m. Montague & District Seniors Club, 658 Rosedale Rd S. (613)283-8482, (613)283-6240. Alzheimer Society- Support Group Meetings. 3rd Friday each month, 1:303:30 p.m. Country Roads Community Health Centre, 4319 Cove Rd. at Hwy. 15 (Portland). Bid euchre every Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. Montague & District Seniors Club, 658 Rosedale Rd S. (613)2836240, (613)283-8482. Canadian Hearing Society, Hearing Health Care Clinic, 10-3, Tuesday, January 14, at Guthrie House, 10 Perth St., Elgin. Appointment 613-498-3933 (toll-free 1-866-498-3933). Canadian Tai Chi Academy, every Mon, Wed., Fri., 9 a.m., Rosedale Hall, Montague Twp. All welcome. (613)269-3944, www.moytaichi.com Clayton Hall- Olde Tyme Music & Dinner. Jan. 5, 2-6 p.m., supper 5 p.m. Proceeds: Clayton Hall. Community Clothing Co-operative, Portland Community Hall. Open every Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. every Wednesday 1-3 p.m. CPHC formally VON foot care clinic, every 1st Thursday of the month. Westport Chiropractic Centre, 39 Bedford St., Westport. Appointments required. 613-342-3693, 1-800-465-7646 ext. 243. C.P.H.C. formerly V.O.N. mobile clinic at the Town Hall, Westport. Open to anyone needing medical assistance. First Friday of every month, 9:30-2. Appointment (613)803-1710 or walk-in. Dinner & Movie Night, Clayton Community Hall, Linn Bower Lane, Clayton. January 3. Dinner 5-6:30 p.m. Movie starts at 6:30. Euchre- every Monday afternoon. 1:30 p.m. South Elmsley Municipal Complex. Sponsor: Club 55. Refreshments. Friday Jan 10. Freebie Friday. 10-11 a.m. at Guthrie House, 10 Perth St, Elgin. Winter clothing and available produce. Cold weather tips. Courtesy of Elgin Community Gardeners. Everyone welcome. Info, Susan 613-359-1159 or visit www. facebook.com/ElginTeamLeader Job Search Resource Centre, job postings, computer and internet access, resume writing assistance, job search seminars and employment counselling.

Guthrie House, 10 Perth St., Elgin. Mon.-Fri. 9-4. 613-359-1140. Karate and Cardio-Kickboxing in Port Elmsley. Karate- Wednesday and Friday evenings. Kickboxing- Thursday evenings. Visit www.portelmsley-karate.com or call 613-264-9063. Lanark County Archives 1920 Conc. 7, Drummond (former Drummond Township Office). Every Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Info: 613-256-3130, (613)267-2232. Quilting- every Wednesday. 1 and 7 p.m. McDonalds Corners Rd. Hall. 613-278-2943. Shopping bus trip. Every 2nd Tuesday of the month (Jan. 14). Leaving Portland Community Hall, 9 a.m. Info./location 613-272-2676. Snow Road Snowmobile Club Breakfast, January 11, 8-11 a.m. at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Rd. Everyone welcome. Spaghetti Night- Jan. 3, 5-7 p.m. Legion, Br. 231, Portland.

SMITHS FALLS Better than a Doctor, Better than a Lawyer, Better than a Psychiatrist, His name is Jesus. For prayer, anytime call U ME- PRAY (613)863-7729 local call or (613)283-3465. Club 60 meeting every 2nd Tuesday of the month. Birthday party, last Tuesday of every month, 1:30 pm for both. Smiths Falls Legion, Branch 95. Duplicate bridge, every Monday night, Legion, 7 p.m. Partnership Janet Sparks 613-283-1957. Duplicate Bridge, Tuesday, January 7, Legion, starting at 1 p.m. Partnership Janet Sparks 613-283-1957. EA- Emotions Anonymous- 12step organization working toward recovery from emotional difficulties (marriage, children, grief, etc). Meetings (every Tuesday)- January 7, 7 p.m. Salvation Army Church (side door). (613)283-0960. Gambling Problem? There is help. Gamblers Anonymous, Tuesdays 7:30-9 p.m. 88 Cornelia St. 613567-3271. Lawn Bowling, 2014 SFLBC Executive only meeting, Wednesday, January 8, 9:30-11 a.m. A/J Black’s Place. Contact Carol 613-267-6872. “Let’s Pray” Prayer Line available, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 10 a.m.-noon. (613)283-3485, (613)267-9780 evenings. Seventh Day Adventist Church, 333 Hwy 29 (just past the mall). Walk-ins welcome. Smiths Falls Knitting & Crochet Club, meetings every Tuesday 1-3 p.m. Smiths Falls Seniors Activity Building (across from Hospital). Susan Shirley Program, Parent Training courses- Mondays 6:30 p.m. Calvary Bible Church, 15 Beech St. 613-205-1643. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), weight loss support group. Meetings every week. Info./location 613-838-4777.

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Bryce Harvey Burchill March 24, 2013 Parents Brandon Burchill & Erin Maitland

Taylor Jane Furlong April 16, 2013 Parents Mark & Tracey Furlong

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Cassie Jean Thibeau April 28, 2013 Parents Blake Thibeau & Angie Beaupre

Oliver William Gordon Pretty May 10, 2013 Parents Kyle & Andrea Pretty

Amelia Madelene Hanmer May 12, 2013 Parents Anthony & Andrea Hanmer

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Regan Helene Katherine Kilburn June 16, 2013 Parents Dave & Beckie Kilburn

Alexander Brock Dowdall June 17, 2013 Parents Brad & Chelsea Dowdall

Malachy July 2, 2013 Parents Mike Woollcombe & Jen Thom

Olivia Isabel Anderson July 7, 2013 Parents Ryan & Elizabeth Anderson

Kennedy Rayanne Elizabeth Peters July 10, 2013 Parents Jeff & Myra Peters

Ivy Irene Samek July 30, 2013 Parents Rob Samek & Kirsten Hammond

Harper May Poirier August 1, 2013 Parents Jay & Amy (MacGregor) Poirier

Landon Vincent O’Connor August 3, 2013 Parents David & Jillian O’Connor

Renee Katherine Amy Mitton August 22, 2013 Parents Ralph & Stephanie Mitton

Leona Audrey Cuccaro August 22, 2013 Parents Joseph & Erika Cuccaro

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Braelei Jean Marie James August 29, 2013 Parents Marshall James & Sarah Ferguson

Payten Nancy Lorraine Leonard September 4, 2013 Parents Troy Leonard & Shanice Villeneuve

Liam Robert Peters September 10, 2013 Parents Ryan & Jennifer Peters

Piper Rachel Tammy Mills-Cormier September 15, 2013 Parents Steven Comier & Kerensa Mills

Holden Richardson September 18, 2013 Parents Brandon & Emily

Ava Lucetta Howard October 1, 2013 Parents Andrew Howard & Jeanne HarďŹ eld

Madison May Truelove October 3, 2013 Parents Mike & Kyla Truelove

Caitlyn Dawn Herrick October 5, 2013 Parents Bob & Jackie Herrick

Paisley Jane Beauchamp October 12, 2013 Parents Samuel Beauchamp & Shandi Rombough

Brylin Hamilton October 13, 2013 Parents Brent & Jen Hamilton

Henry Robert Paul Newby October 14, 2013 Parents Matthew & Jennifer Newby

Ariel Catherine Paul October 19, 2013 Parents Tyler & Kelly-Ann Paul

Katelyn Eva McIntosh November 4, 2013 Parents Kevin & Karen McIntosh

Ivy Cullen November 7, 2013 Parents Robert Cullen & Jenna Wiseman

Bryson Edward Brown November 8, 2013 Parents Nick Villeneuve & Taylor Brown

Zoe Susan Hazel Lefor November 19, 2013 Parents Adam Lefor & Mindy Brown

Parker Michael Evoy December 9, 2013 Parents Chris & Tanya Evoy

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Ben Koop finds another 1952 Meteor four-door sedan Lifestyle – Ben Koop of Leamington, Ont., purchased a black 1952 Meteor Customline 2-door sedan off a used car lot in Windsor in 1953. He owned the car for seven years and drove it to Florida with Marg, his new bride, on their honeymoon. In 1960, Ben sold the car to buy a truck, but the memories of that ’52 Meteor lived on. One day last summer, Ben was driving eastbound along Hwy. 3 toward Leamington when he suddenly saw a maroon 1952 Meteor 4-door sedan going in the opposite direction. He was tempted to turn around and chase after it but he thought a man in his late 70s just doesn’t do that. He later told me about the Meteor he saw, and so I ran a letter in Old Autos newspaper asking if any readers knew the owner. The phone rang a few days later. It was Jack McLeod calling from nearby Chatham to say he was the owner and he was the one who drove past Ben on the highway. Arrangements were made

for Ben and me to see the car at Leisure Lake campground a few miles north of Leamington and to meet Jack and his wife Donna. Ben was thrilled to see the car up close and slowly walked around it, drinking in every nostalgic detail. Jack bought the car recently from a man in St. Marys, Ontario. It had previously been found in a barn near Hanover, Ont., with only 24,000 miles on the odometer. The serial number 0173H52-23565 indicates the car was built in Windsor (“H” standing for home plant). Ford of Canada moved its production to Oakville the following year. The 1952 Fords and Meteors were noteworthy in having the first year for a one-piece curved windshield and with the gas filler neck

behind the rear license plate. The Meteor Customline had a Mercury dashboard and a Mercury flathead V8 of 255 cubic inches and 120 horsepower under the hood. The less expensive Mainline series had a Ford dashboard and a Ford V8 of 110 horsepower. Ben’s Customline 2-door sedan when new cost $2333 and Jack’s 4-door for $2405, with the extra two doors costing an extra $72. I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, ON N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my latest book: “OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.”

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The family of the late Lloyd Timmins, would like to express sincere Thanks and Appreciation to our family, friends and neighbours for their support, prayers, cards, flowers, donations, gifts of food at the time of our loss. Thank you to the Arnprior & District Hospital staff, the nurses, the palliative team, dietary, housekeeping and maintenance staff for their support and care during Lloyds stay. We especially want to thank Lucy for making a very special wedding anniversary remembrance for our family. Thank you to staff and residents at the Arnprior Villa for the support and compassion they have provided over the last year. We would like to thank Pastor Young, Rev. Johnson, and Rev. Stoppa for their prayers and support, Ken and Doug for providing the music. Also to the ladies of St. Mark’s Anglican Church for preparing and serving the luncheon after the funeral service. Our heartfelt thanks to the Pallbearers, the honorary pallbearers and to the CR Gamble Funeral Home for their guidance and compassion. Lloyd will always hold a special place in our hearts and we thank you for the visits and phone calls, or maybe you kept him in your prayers. They were all welcomed and your kindness will always be remembered.

HAPPY 1ST BIRTHDAY TRENT January 4, 2014 Love Mommy, Daddy and Reese CARD OF THANKS RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS STILL ALIVE IN SMITHS FALLS Special thanks to Bruce Small, employee of the town of Smiths Falls who went above and beyond the call of duty to help me out after a water main broke outside my home. Thank you Bruce for restoring my faith in humanity. Jacquie

BANTING – McCULLOUGH Rebecca Banting and Anthony McCullough were united in marriage at 4 o’clock on Saturday, October 19, 2013 in Brockville, Ontario. The ceremony was held at the Brockville Convention Centre and was officiated by Reverend June Craig. The beautiful autumn themed ceremony and dinner was attended by 120 close friends and family. The maid of honour was Jenn Hickey while the best man was Chase Crowder. The bride is a teacher at St. Francis de Sales School in Smiths Falls. The groom is the owner of HG Roofing and Construction. A special thank you to all who attended to make this day memorable. DEATH NOTICE

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Passed away at her home, Perth, Ontario on Friday, December 20th, 2013 at the age of 61 years. Janet is survived by her daughters, Deanne Carter (Scott Rogers) and their children Jayde Carter , Faithe Campbell and Jocelyn and Taylor Rogers, Leigh Hayden (Bruce Facette) and their children Emma and Jesse Hayden, Ray, Chris and Stephanie Facette and daughter Erin Hayden. Dear sister of Beverly, Carolyn and Philip Carter, Peggy Hopkins, Susan Brushett, Jacqueline Carter and the late Paul Carter. She is the daughter of Frederick and the late Margaret Carter; aunt to numerous nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated in St. John’s Church, Perth on Monday, December 23rd, 2013 at 5:30 P.M. In remembrance, contributions to a charity to benefit an animal welfare rescue organization would be appreciated.

Passed away in hospital in Perth on Sunday, December 22nd, 2013 William Harold Rodger at the age of 80 years. Predeceased by his beloved wife Wilma (Miller) Rodger in 2000. Loved and respected father of Bill Rodger (Theresa Messier) and Deb (Wray) Munro. Cherished grandfather of Jennifer and Julie Munro. Dear brother of Evelyne (Woody) Woodrow and the late Eleanor (Albert) Taylor. Harold will be fondly remembered by his many friends, neighbours and all his family. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W. Perth on Saturday, December 28th, 2013 from 3:00 to 5:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service was held in St. Andrew’s United Church, Lanark on Sunday at 1:30 P.M. Interment will be held in the spring in Greenwood Cemetery, Middleville. In remembrance, contributions to Greenwood Cemetery or the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.

WWII Veteran RCAF Squadron Leader At his home in Perth, Ontario on December 22, 2013, Donald Bryson Graham in his 95th year. Loving husband of the late Nancy Graham and dear father of Peter Graham (Margaret), Margo Bell (Bryce) and John Graham (Janice). Predeceased by his sisters Margaret (Mardi) Newman, Eileen Johnston and brother Jeffrey Graham. Admired and loved grandfather of Jennifer (Eric), Jonathan (Preet), Benjamin, Courtney, Lauren and Ashley and great grandfather of Harrison. Don was a gentle man who loved and followed, with keen interest, the lives of his children and grandchildren. He lived life to its fullest, enjoyed family and friends and took great pleasure in computers, football and travel. He will be sorely missed. The service will be held privately for his family. In remembrance, contributions to the Ottawa Heart Institute or the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son Funeral Directors, Perth.

In hospital in Perth on Thursday December 26th, 2013, Freida (Munro) Kidd at the age of 79 years. Predeceased in 2001 by her husband T. Edward ‘Ted’ Kidd and in 2013 by second husband, Ron Brousseau. Freida will be sadly missed by her son Bill (Terry Lynn) Kidd, daughter and best friend Tammy Kidd (John), grand daughter Amy Kidd (TJ) and their son Dillon, grandsons Matthew (Becky) and Christopher and sister Isobel (late John) Muff. She will be fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews and her dear friends. She was predeceased by her sister Marjorie (Joe) Turner and parents Gerald and Lena (Pretty) Munro. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St W., Perth Monday, December 30th, 2013 from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. and 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral Service was held in St. James Anglican Church, Perth Tuesday at 11:00 A.M. In remembrance, contributions to St. James Anglican Church or the Cancer Society would be appreciated.

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Raycroft Alan Gordon Raycroft

May 9, 1955 December 22, 2013. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alan Gordon Raycroft on the evening of Sunday December 22, 2013. He fought with great courage and dignity against the insidious disease of malignant melanoma. He leaves behind his devoted wife of thirty years, Lynn (Creighton). Also, his much loved and beautiful daughters, Alicia (Rob) Whyte, and Katelyn (Michael) Julien, and his two sweet granddaughters, Makayla and Alexa. Parents Raymond and Hazel, brother to Linda (Steve) Wardman, and Gary (Debra) Raycroft. Son in law to Wilson Creighton (Hilda Sproule), brother in law to Grant (Debbie) Creighton, Connie (Laurie) Pretty, Brian (Susan) Creighton, also many nieces, nephews, and cousins. A thank you to Kathy Fyke from CCAC, and to all of the nurses from Bayshore Home Healthcare for the wonderful care given to Alan at home over the last year and a half. A special thank you to Jenna Button, Alan’s regular nurse, who showed great care and respect, and was very much appreciated. Also, a thank you to Dr. McGarry, Dr. Attack, Dr. Bigelow, Dr. Lacey, Dr. Rae, and the 2nd floor staff at the Almonte General Hospital. Alan held a strong belief and deep faith in his creator Jehovah God. His spiritual family meant a great deal to him, especially having loving friends of like faith all sharing in the same hope of a resurrection on a paradise earth. Alan believed deeply in the promises of the bible, and is now resting, awaiting the fulfillment of the hope held out in Revelation 21:3, 4 which states “With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say: “Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his people. And God himself will be with them. And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” At Alan’s request, there will be no visitation or memorial service. Cremation has taken place. In remembrance, contributions to Pathways Alcohol & Drug Treatment Services of Renfrew County would be appreciated. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Marty Robert Suddenly at home on the farm with family by his side on Wednesday, December 25, 2013 at the age of 50. Survived by his two children Robert (Leslie) & Sara, grandchildren Brody & Annabelle, brothers Bruce (Wendy) & Thomas (Christine), nieces & nephews Kyle (Lindsay & Alexis), Dylan (Andrea), Dayna (Jonathon), Kyle, Robin, Amy & Emily. Will be missed by many family & close friends. Predeceased by mom & dad Shirley & Stanley Snowdon. Interment was held at Bishops Mills cemetery on Saturday, December 28th at 11:30 am. Memorial donations may be made to the Cancer Society. Condolences, donations & tributes at:

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Edith Evelyn (Hare) [Bradford]

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Charles John William

Molly Irene McDermott

Everill - With faith in the promise of life everlasting, the family of Edith Evelyn (Hare) [Bradford] Everill announce her passing at Wedgewood Manor, Summerside, Prince Edward Island on Saturday, December 28, 2013, aged 98 years. Edith was a devoted and loving mother of Arlene and mother-inlaw to Reverend Ned Henthorn. Edith cherished her granddaughter, Laura and her husband Wade Macdonald; her grandson, Michael and his wife Danielle Gauthier. Edith’s great-grandchildren brought her much pleasure and it is a joy that Nick and Meaghan Macdonald and Kathleen and Sara Jane Henthorn will have memories of their great-grandmother. Edith was pre-deceased by her beloved parents Evalena and Delbert Hare; her brother, Raymond of Bishops Mills, Ontario, whose names she spoke so often; her first husband, Russell Bradford of Ottawa, Ontario in 1963, and her second husband, Earl Everill in 2003. Edith will be remembered by Earl’s daughter, Susan and her husband Dr. Bill Boright and their daughter, dear Sarah of St. Catharine’s, Ontario; also by the only remaining Bradford family; nephews, Alan (Orla) and Glen (Judy); and by her only remaining maternal relatives, members of the late Roy and Alda Brown family, of Merrickville, Ontario. By request, family visitation only. A service of remembrance of Edith’s life was held at Saint Mary’s Anglican Church, Summerside, on Tuesday, December 31 at 11:00 a.m. Interment to take place later in Saint John’s Anglican Church Cemetery, St. Eleanors. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Edith’s memory may be made to St. Mary’s Anglican Church, Summerside. www.moase.ca “Mom, your love will remain with us all and in God’s Grace by the Power of the Holy Spirit may God’s Love and Peace fulfill you and may Light Perpetual Shine Upon You.” DEATH NOTICE

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NAGEL Guenter Peacefully at home on Monday, December 16, 2013 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Irmgard. Loving father to Hans, Georg, Wolfgang and Esther. Cherished father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Predeceased by his son Axel. Guenter’s memorial service was held at Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Friday, December 20, 2013 at 3 o’clock. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

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Hammond, Warren Albert (Nov 29, 1925 - Dec 26, 2013) Peacefully after three years in long-term care at Granite Ridge, Stittsville, Ontario on Thursday December 26, 2013 at the age of 88 years. Beloved husband of Eileen. Loving father of Janice Smale (Rick) of BC, Joanne Hammond of Nepean and Cheryl Hutcheson (Scott) of Ottawa. Proud and cherished grandfather of Jason, Matthew, Jenna-Marie and Alanna. Survived by his sisters-in-law Janet Hammond and Lois Siddall (Bob) and brother-in-law Wayne Mitton (Peggy). Predeceased by his brother Dennis. By request of both Warren and Eileen a celebration of their life together will be held at Walton’s Beach, NB at a future date in 2014. A special thanks to the kind and caring staff at Granite Ridge. For those wishing to do so, in memoriam donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. www.barkerfh.com

BLAIR RONALD EDWARD “Ron” October 2, 1928 December 24, 2013 Peacefully at the Ottawa Hospital surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, December 24, 2013, age 85 years. Dearly loved husband of Georgina Elliott for 60 years. Much loved and respected Dad of Dick (Liz Dingwall), Andrew (Viktoria Kuznetsova) and Doug (Francine Fiola). Devoted and cherished Grandpa and “Bunkie” of Amanda, Doug, Meg, Darcie, Evan, Sasha, Samantha and Cameron. Great-Grandpa of Anthony and Doug and Becky’s expected child in February. Caring brother of Beth Gillan (Charlie) and David, (Helen). Predeceased by his parents Attie and Lillian Blair and his dear sister Eleanor Lowe (John). Fondly remembered by the entire Elliott clan, Cathy Osborne, many nieces, nephews, friends and Viktoria’s son Bogdan. Ron will be remembered for his great love of the outdoors, his happy time spent on the farm, his many hours being Mr. Fix-it and his love of family gatherings. Throughout his life, he had a remarkably positive affect on everyone who knew him - whether for many years or only a few months. Respecting Ron’s wishes, there will be no visitation or services, however, a celebration of Ron’s life will be held at the Civitan Hall in Almonte on Saturday, January 18 from 2 to 5 PM. A sincere thank you to the exceptional doctors and nursing staff of the ICU at the Ottawa Hospital General Campus. Heartfelt thanks as well to our friend Reg and his son Josh of the Gamble Funeral Home. For those who may want to honour Ron with a memorial donation, please consider the Almonte General Hospital or the Ottawa Hospital General Campus. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

April 22, 1928 December 28, 2013 Proudly served in Princess Patricias’ Canadian Light Infantry - Korea 1950-1954 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a very special man, Charles John William Black. Charlie fought Cancer for four years. His positive attitude, love of life and family and sense of humour really kept him, and us going through the hard times. With the people who loved him and his faith, Charlie peacefully slipped away ending his journey here on Saturday December 28, 2013, to start his perfect life in Heaven. Charlie was predeceased by his first wife Liz Black and left to grieve are his children Charlie Jr. (Cheryl), Joe, Tim, Lyn and several grandchildren. Charlie was also predeceased by his second wife Lila Brown, and has left a great void in the lives of his step-children; Debbie (David Matthews), Randy Brown (Angela), Sandra Brown (Stuart) and grandchildren Sarah, Nathan, Micheal (Laura), David, Tasha. as well as his great-grandchildren McKayla, Maggie, Alexis, Abigail, James, and the apple of Charlie’s eye Cruze Micheal Charles. Fondly remembered by his brother-in-law Ron James. Friends are invited to visit with the family at Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Thursday, January 2, 2013 from 12 noon until time of funeral service in the chapel at 2 o’clock. Interment to follow at Hillcrest Cemetery. Instead of donations in Charlie’s name, he requested that any people he’s helped in anyway “pay if forward” to someone else in memory of him. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

Palmer Doris Margaret Palmer Mom passed away peacefully, to be with her Lord and Saviour, in hospital, Perth, on Christmas Day, December 25, 2013. Doris Margaret Palmer, of Rideau Ferry, in her 87th year. She was predeceased by her husband, Gerald White, in 1969. Cherished mother to Lorna Dunlop (Charles Purdy), of Carleton Place, and Wayne White (Debbie), of Mineville, Nova Scotia. She will be sadly missed by her loving grandchildren: Marcy, Angel, Amy, Jocelyn, Jamie, and Jeffery, as well as her 7 great grandchildren: Mackenzie, Hunter, Lawson, Rachel, Anna, Millie, and Iris. She will be sadly missed by her siblings; Gladys (late Fred) Carss, Christine (late Gerald) McCullough (Glenn Larocque), Donna (Orie) Whyte, Orland (Chris) Foster. Mom will be fondly remembered by Gray Palmer. Mom’s passion for caring for others was realized through her career as a Health Care Aide, at Lanark Lodge. Mom will be remembered lovingly by those lives she touched through her care and devotion to others. We will celebrate Mom’s life with a visitation to be held on Saturday, December 28, from the hours of 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, 15 Victoria Street, Perth. Funeral Service was held on Sunday, December 29, at 11:00 a.m., in the O’Dacre Family Chapel, with Rev. Darlene McGregor, officiating. Interment, Hopetown Cemetery. For those wishing, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Canadian Diabetes Association, would be appreciated. Mrs. Palmer’s funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth. 613-267-3082

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Molly McDermott passed away in a single car automobile accident on Friday, December 13th, 2013. She was born March 13th, 1978. Molly graduated from the Human Kinetics program at the University of Ottawa in 2007 with a 94.5 average. In 2009 she graduated from Queens University with a masters degree in physiotherapy again excelling academically. She worked in Ganonoque and recently in Kingston as a physiotherapist. We have heard from many of her clients, who without exception felt that her work was extraordinary and that she was responsible for their healing from various injuries. Molly was an accomplished athlete competing in several marathons and tri-athletic competitions. Molly was a strong, caring and fun loving person who quickly made friends no matter where they came from or what culture they might identify with. She enjoyed world travel. She will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by her mother Nancy, her father Larry, her brother Simon, and her sisters Michelle, Nala, and Maple.

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MCILRAVEY Kathleen “Kay” (WW II Veteran, Canadian Women’s Army Corps) Passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on December 27, 2013 at the Fairview Manor. (Almonte, ON.) Kay (nee Lalonde) Of Almonte, in her 96th year Dear mother of John (Ruth), Mary (Mike), and Susan (Dave). Proud “Granny Kay” of Christopher, Logan, Jessica, Rachel, and Matthew (Alexandra) and great-grandmother to Carson and Jaxon. Predeceased by her parents Harry and Alice and her siblings Boyd, Clarence, Ernest, Ruby, Harvey and Stewart. Survived by her loving brother Carman and sister-in-law Lillian. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends. Relatives and Friends were received at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON. 613-256-3313 On Monday, December 30, 2013 from 10am to 11am. A Complete Funeral Service followed in the Gamble Chapel at 11am. Reception followed at the Almonte United Church. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations may be made to the Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation. A special thanks to the nurses and staff at Fairview Manor for their dedicated care and support. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

Georg Wilhelm Lindenstruth

In hospital in Kingston, on Friday, December 27th, 2013 Georg W. Lindenstruth at the age of 78 years. Beloved husband of Berta (Dehner) Lindenstruth. Loved and respected father of Ulrike (Joachim) Roeder, Chris (Bettina) Lindenstruth and Carola (Richard) Fitzgerald. Cherished grandfather of Nicholas and Maxwell Fitzgerald. Dear brother to Dieter and Gerhard Lindenstruth and the late Doris Weise. Georg will be sadly missed by the Dehner family, numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W. Perth on Thursday, January 2nd, 2013 from 9:30 until 10:30 A.M. followed by the funeral service in the Chapel at 11:00 A.M. In remembrance, contributions to Day Hospice, Perth or the Parkinson’s Society would be appreciated. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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KENDALL Marion P. Peacefully at the Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital-Smiths Falls Site on Friday December 27, 2013. Marion Bigford of Portland, in her 86th year. Widow of Robert Kendall. Dear mother of Gloria Purdy of Hamilton and Bill (Barbara) Kendall of Portland. Dear sister of Grace Fewster of Burlington. Predeceased by sisters, Ola Downey, Rita Bigford, Helen Bigford and brothers, James, Ernest and Allan Bigford. Fondly remembered by 4 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. A Graveside Service will be held at Hillcrest Cemetery, Smiths Falls on Friday January 3, 2014 at 1 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements entrust to the Scotland Funeral Home, 27 Main Street, Elgin 613-359-5555 or at www.scotlandfuneralhome.com

DONAHUE Richard Earl (October 9, 1945 - December 25, 2013) Peacefully, surrounded by his family, at the Ottawa Heart Institute on Wednesday, December 25, 2013 in his 69th year. Beloved husband of Jeannie. Loving father of Charlene Cook (Michael), Chantelle Strike (Shannon) and Curtis. Proud grandfather of Sierra, Hayden and Ava. Survived by his two sisters, one brother and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Laura and Earl Donahue. At Richard’s request a private family inurnment will take place. For those wishing to do so, donations in memory of Richard may be made to the Ottawa Heart Institute or the Carleton Place Hospital Foundation. www.barkerfh.com

CAMERON Anna Mavis Passed away, peacefully, at LaPointe Fisher Nursing Home, Guelph, on Saturday, December 28, 2013. Mavis Cameron, in her 84th year, was the loving sister of Helen Stevenson of Guelph and William (Lois) Cameron of Ottawa. Mavis will be sadly missed by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two brothers, Keith and Donald, and by one sister Iris (late Donald) Robertson. Cremation has taken place. Mavis’ ashes will be interred at Maple Grove Cemetery, Shawville, Quebec, at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the family (cards available at Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Home (519-822-4731) or send condolences to www.gilbertmacintyreandson.com).

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Miles Leonard “Len” Miles

Passed away peacefully at Hilltop Manor on Saturday, December 21, 2013 Leonard Miles at the age of 88. Len is predeceased by his beloved wife Joyce (nee Kerfoot) in 2004. Cherished father of Valerie Morris. He is also predeceased by his brother Alf (Joan) Miles. Len will be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, his extended family including everyone in the Kerfoot family, as well as his friends in Toronto, Smiths Falls, Kemptville and surrounding area. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Saturday, December 28, 2013 from 11 a.m. until the time of the service in the Chapel at 1 o’clock. Interment took place at Hillcrest Cemetery. Memorial donations directed towards the Ontario Humane Society or the Resident’s Council at Hilltop Manor, Merrickville. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

Paquette Doris (nee Murphy) Paquette

Doris Paquette passed away peacefully at home in Mississauga surrounded by her family. Doris is predeceased by her loving husband Joseph. Doris will be remembered by her family and friends as a caring wife, mother and grandmother; a brilliant woman with a great sense of humour, banker, realtor, opera lover and sports enthusiast. She will be greatly missed. Family and friends were received at the Blair Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Monday, December 30th,2013 from 11 a.m. until the time of Mass of Christian Burial which was celebrated at St. Francis de Sales Church, Smiths Falls at 1 o’clock. Interment followed at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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CLIFFORD Garry William Of Sidney, BC; formerly of Carleton Place, ON. September 5, 1940- December 19, 2013. The family of Garry Clifford sadly announces his passing at the Saanich Peninsula Hospital in Saanichton, BC on Thursday, December 19, 2013. Garry is at peace after a long battle with cancer. Garry was a longtime resident of Carleton Place prior to his move to Sidney, BC in 1986. He is the beloved husband of Lynda Clifford (nee Keyes); much loved brother of Allan (Marg) Clifford of Sidney, B.C. and Marnie (Bob) Dahl of Kingston, ON; much loved & very special “Papa” of Maddison & Bailee. Garry is predeceased by his parents George & Jean Clifford formerly of Carleton Place. Garry will be missed greatly by his children, grandchildren, nieces & nephews & friends in BC & ON. A Celebration of Garry’s Life will be held in Sidney on January 3, 2014. For those desiring, memorial donations may be made in Garry’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society. CRAWFORD, Margaret Louise Passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 28, 2013. Margaret (nee Lalonde) Of Ottawa, at the age of 63. Beloved wife of Geoff Shaw. Loving daughter of Lily and the late J. Ernest Lalonde. Fondly remembered by her sisters Carolyn (Aki Omae), Barbara (Michael Morrison) and Joan Toop. Proud Aunt of Ellis Toop, Murray Morrison (Jessica) and Greig Morrison (Amanda). Sadly missed by her family and friends. Visitation and Service Was Held At C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON. 613-256-3313 On Tuesday, December 31, 2013 from 1:30pm to 2:30pm with service to begin in the Gamble Chapel at 2:30pm. Reception followed. Spring Interment at the Auld Kirk Cemetery. A special thanks to the staff at the Ottawa General Hospital and Elisabeth Bruyere Palliative Care for their excellent care and support. Condolences & Tributes www.crgamble.com

Peacefully at the Kemptville District Hospital on Wednesday, December 25, 2013, age 90. Beloved husband of June Laughren (nee Markwick). Loving stepfather of Darlene Cooney (Peter), Brenda Cooney (Paul) and Joanne Roberts (Jay). Cherished grandfather of several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Will be sadly missed by his cousins, family and friends. A special thank-you to the staff at Kemptville District Hospital for their care and compassion. Memorial visitation will be held at the Brown Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 805 Prescott Street, Kemptville on Saturday, January 4, 2014 from 10am to 12noon with Service following in the Chapel at 12noon. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

SMAIL Donald Robert Angus Donald passed away peacefully in his sleep at the Hilltop Manor, Merrickville on Wednesday, December 25th, 2013. Born and raised in Spencerville, he was in his 87th year. Predeceased by his parents Sadie (nee Porter) and Willie Smail and his brother Lloyd Smail. He is survived by his first cousins, Raymond Porter (Josie) of Kemptville and Lois Rayvals (nee Smail) of Prescott and numerous second and third cousins. He will be sadly missed by his close friends Carl and Richard, and other friends and neighbours. Friends are invited to visit the Purcell Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 11 Centre Street, Spencerville on Saturday, January 4, 2014 from 1pm to 3 pm with the Funeral Service to follow in the Chapel at 3pm. In lieu of flowers, at Donald’s requrest, donations may be made to the St. Andrews Presbyterian Cemetery, Spencerville.

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Hendy Brian Hendy

Passed away suddenly at his home on Sunday, December 22, 2013 Brian Owen Joseph Hendy at the age of 63. Brian is predeceased by his wife Judy (nee Berry) in February. Loving father of Chad (Hailey), and grandfather of Christopher, Sarah and Jordyn. Brian is survived by his brother Terry Hendy and sister Mary Ann Morley, as well as his nieces, nephews and his extended family including Judy’s entire family. Friends are welcome to gather with the family at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 95 ~ Smiths Falls on Friday, January 3, 2014 from 4 to 7 p.m. Memorial donations in Brian’s memory may be made to Canadian Breast Cancer Research in honour of Judy. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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FERGUSON – In loving memory of a dear wife Phyllis, who passed away January 3, 2004. If I had the world to give I’d give it yes and more To hear her voice and see her smile And greet her at my door But all I can do dear Phyllis Is go and tend your grave And leave behind tokens of love To the best wife God ever made I like to think when life is done Wherever heaven may be That she is standing at the door Up there to welcome me. Sadly missed and always remembered by Howard, Kenneth, Douglas, Cathryn, grandchildren and family

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Jesse William Barrie December 18, 1981 – January 6, 2009 Dreams

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WILKINSON, Patricia – In loving memory of our dear mother and grandmother, who passed away January 3, 2007. If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane I would walk right up to Heaven and bring you back again. No farewell words were spoken No time to say ‘goodbye’ You were gone before I knew it and only God knows why. Our hearts still ache in sadness and secret tears will flow What it meant to lose you No one can ever know. But now we know you want us to mourn for you no more To remember all the happy times life still has much in store. Since you’ll never be forgotten We pledge to you today A hallowed place within our hearts is where you’ll always stay. Lovingly remembered by Robert (Karen), Bill (Lisa), John (Whitney) and families

Hold fast to dreams For when dreams go Life is a barren field Frozen with snow. – Langston Hughes Jesse was following his dreams: in his memory, strive to follow yours.… It has now been 5 years since we lost our precious Jesse, forever in our hearts. We continue on our journey, one that has been made more bearable thanks to the support of those who remain there for us. We would also like to thank everyone who contributed to Child Haven for the well in Nepal in Jesse’s memory, another dream realized. Ingrid, Bill, Caitlin, and Brodie GENT, Graham N. – In loving memory of our husband and Dad who passed away on January 1, 2009. Memories of You fill our minds, Like thousands of bright stars in the sky. Love always, Shannon, Larry, Christopher and Lisa xoxo

“WE REMEMBER”

van der Ham, Gerrit (Gerry) April 4, 1923 - January 4, 2004 Farewell, dear father, thy work is o’er, Thy willing hands will toil no more. A loving father, kind and true; No one on earth we’ll find like you. Love from your family

JEFFREY McCLYMONT April 05, 1982 – January 06, 2009 If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I’d walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. Remembering you is easy, I do it every day. Missing you is the heartache that never goes away. No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye. You were gone before I knew it and only God knows why. My heart still aches in sadness and secret tears still flow, what it meant to lose you, no one will ever know. My only brother. … my true friend, I’ll love and miss you forever, until we meet again. Angela

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Hold fast to dreams For if dreams die Life is a brokenwinged bird That cannot fly.

STODDARD- In memory of Logan William who passed away January 5th, 2011. He gave us joy in our hearts. Love Grandpa Don and Step-G Linda

LEACH, Charles (1935-2003) – In loving memory of a wonderful father and grandfather who passed away 10 years ago on December 29th, 2003. Dad we all think of you often and miss you. With love from Rick, Anne, Sean, Katie, Jimi Larry, Cindy, Kristain, Jacquie Roy, Bev Cathy, Charlotte

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BENNETT – In loving memory of Doreena, April 18, 1998, Lawrence, January 4, 1994. You are always in our minds, No matter what we do. All the time within our hearts There are thoughts of you. The most beautiful things in our lives cannot be seen or touched. They must be felt in our hearts. Always remembered John, Norma and family

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JANUARY

Just inside the main entrance of the C.R. Gamble Funeral Home is a book of remembrance. Each day we turn a page in the book. The names of those we have served are inscribed on that date along with the year in which they passed away. It is our way of honouring and remembering a life that was lived. It is also our way of

saying “thank you” to the many families who have shown conﬁdence in us since we came to Almonte in 1973. Some families are unable to visit this book on the anniversary of the death of those they love. For this reason we are proud to publish these names weekly as our way of saying…“We Remember”.

JANUARY 2 1984 – Vaughan, Mary Gertrude 1989 – Box, Ethel Grace Elizabeth 1989 – Reid, Viola Genevieve 1992 – Wilson, Donald Austin 1999 – Warren, Richard Allyn 2000 – Johnson, Grace Isobel 2008 – Donaldson, Elizabeth Ann “Betty” 2010 – Johnstone, Mary Lois 2010 – Brennan, Melvin, Peter 2011 – Seltitz, , Guenther G. “Jim” JANUARY 3 1973 – Duffy, Edna 1976 – Sewell, George Kemp 1988 – Houston, George Bigg 1988 – McKenzie, Baby Heather Robertson 2001 – Petosa, Carmine 2002 – Kilburn, Eleanor Lorraine 2009 – Cadeau, Dolores Marie 2012 – Burke, Kathleen Frances “Kay” JANUARY 4 1980 – Headrick, Grace 1981 – Majaury, Margaret Mary 1986 – Blair, Andrew 1993 – Kellough, Laura Bernice 1994 – MacDonald, Douglas Murray 2004 – McGregor, Vera P. 2006 – Harrison, Joan Doreen 2009 – Houston, Ruth Norma

JANUARY 5 1980 – Leishman, Maude E. 1986 – Vetter, Sean Francis Hennessey 1987 – Harper, Maria Helena 1994 – McAuliffe, Rose Easter 1998 – Watson, Bert Garland 2009 – Grace, Henry Lawrence “Harry” JANUARY 6 1999 – Bradley, Mary Theresa 2003 – Brown, Mary Rita 2004 – Shillinglaw, James Nolan 2005 – Galway, Barbara Lynn 2006 – Manarey, Phyllis Doreen 2009 – Barrie, Jesse William 2009 – McClymont, Jeffrey Hugh JANUARY 7 1981 – Carter, Katie 1990 – Martin, Maurice 2013 – Buell, Margaret Doris JANUARY 8 1975 – MacInnes, Kenneth Alexander 1994 – Toop, Beatrice Ellen 1996 – Edmonds, Elizabeth Ena 1998 – Southwell, Elva Marie 2006 – Whitney, Dr. Patricia Mary 2009 – McLaughlin, Nellie 2011 – McDowall, Evelyn Pauline

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LaBELLE, Tony â&#x20AC;&#x201C; In loving memory of a dear husband and father, who passed away January 8, 2005. Your end came fast and sudden, No time to say goodbye, You were gone before we realized, And only God knows why. The things we felt so deeply, Are the hardest things to say, But we, your family, loved you, In a very special way. Love Andi, Alex and Hunter

W. Earl Code August 24, 1913 January 6, 2013 A golden heart stopped beating Hard working hands at rest.

COE, Sherri-lynn In loving memory of the dear daughter of Charles and Donna, and also Mom of Hailey-Dawn; who passed away December 28, 2002. Remembering you is easy, We do it every day. Missing you is a heartache, That never goes away. You had a smile for everyone, Your had a heart of gold. You left the sweetest memories, The world could ever hold. To us you were someone special, What more is there to say, Except to wish with all our hearts, That you were here today. Forever loved, Mom, Hailey-Dawn, Richard, Kyle and Nick

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MCCANN, Barbara â&#x20AC;&#x153;Barbâ&#x20AC;? - In loving memory of my dear friend who passed away January 3, 2008. Remembrance is a golden chain Death tries to break but all in vain To have, to love and then to part Is the greatest sorrow of ones heart. The years may wipe out many things, But this they wipe out never The memory of those happy days, When we were all together. Miss you Love Fifi, Elaine and Earl

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BURNS - In loving memory of David Burns, Nov 23, 1949-Jan 8, 2012 Although we smile and make no fuss No one misses you more than us, And when old times we often recall, Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s then we miss you most of all. We think about you always, We talk about you still, You have never been forgotten And you never will. We hold you close within our hearts, And there you will remain, To walk and guide us through our lives, Until we meet again. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered Linda Mark, Lisa and Family Penny, Bill and Family

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COMMERCIAL RENT Building/warehouse/shop space to rent, Hwy 7 Carleton Place, 3,200 sq. ft. Available February 1. Call for information 613-913-1213. Carleton Place, downtown, 2 stores, 761 sq. ft. $650. 1000 ft. $875. Also Gibson Center, good commercial office space, 900, 1200, 3000 sq. ft. 613-257-5711. Store front retail space. Excellent location, downtown Carleton Place, near town hall. 613-867-1905.

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Commercial Cleaning Company requires a couple for p/t evening office cleaning in Carleton Place. Must be mature, reliable and live nearby. Also require police check and vehicle. Everything supplied. Flexible start time. $13/hr. 5 days/week. 2.5 Carleton Place, cleaning hours each/night = position, part-time, as re- $1450/mth. total. quired, for property man- 613-966-3435. agement firm. Experienced, neat, clean, thorough. $12.90 hr. EMC Classifieds 613-257-5711.

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LUXURY APARTMENTS ASHLEY CHASE now has a 1 bedroom unit available, as well as a couple of 2 bedroom, one bathroom units. ASHLEY CHASE is a luxury apartment building with an exercise room, library, and entertainment room. All units have central air. Located near downtown Perth, overlooking the Tay River. For information call Andrew Mitton 613-267-6980 THE EMC - 21 - Thursday, January 2, 2014

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Certified Mason. 12 years experience. Chimney repair, restoration, parging, repointing. Brick, block and stone. Small/big job specialist. Free estimates. 613-250-0290.

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Free pick-up of old appliances, furnaces, A/Cs, car batteries, electronics, other scrap metal. Scott in Carleton Place 613-240-0374. Handyman Maintenance. Roof to paint or yard. Call Dave, 30 years experience. 613-300-9560, 613-264-2712. M&K Renovations looking for jobs: Siding, decking, fencing, drywall, painting, laminated floors, windows, doors. Call Mike for quote, 613-259-2446, 613-464-2622. Professional & Reliable Movers- 2 Men & 17â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Cube $95/hr, 2 Men & 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Refrigerated Cube Van $95 hr + Fuel Surcharge, 3 Men & 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Moving Van $125/hr. Call to Book your Move 613-284-8281. Rogerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Affordable Handyman Service. Reasonable rates. Indoor/outdoor painting. Call (613)267-1183. Send A Load to the dump, cheap. Clean up clutter, garage sale leftovers or leaf and yard waste. 613-256-4613.

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Economic Development Coordinator (6 month contract) The Municipality of North Grenville is accepting applications from interested and qualified candidates for an Economic Development Coordinator. The position is contract based for a period of six months, with the opportunity for renewal. A complete job description is available on our website at http://www.northgrenville.ca/employment.cfm and information regarding salary is available upon request. Your resume with references must be submitted no later than 4:00 p.m. Wed. Jan 15, 2014 to: Teri Devine, Economic Development Officer Municipality of North Grenville 285 County Rd. 44, Box 130, Kemptville ON K0G 1J0 Telephone: 613-258-9569 x 115 Fax: 613-258-9620 e-mail: tdevine@northgrenville.on.ca

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TRAILER, 5 CORD FIRE WOOD, SNOW BLOWER, RIDING LAWN MOWER & ANTIQUES AUCTION For Paul & Leta Armstrong From Perth, take Scotch Line, to Otty Lake Side Rd., to Trillium Drive to 123 Poole Drive on Sat., Jan. 11/14 @ 10 am Be on time, short auction. Dress warm, may be held outside. Everything in like new condition. Terms: Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa, M/C - Catering

Auctioneers & Qualified Appraisers JIM & TREVOR HANDS: THE VOICES OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613) 267-6027 & 267-1335 www.jimhandsauction.com

CLEANING / JANITORIAL House Cleaning Service Sparkle & Shine Professional, dependable, customeroriented. Bi/Weekly. Tailored to your needs. Kemptville area. For a free consultation/estimate. 613-295-3663

GARAGE SALE/ FLEA MARKET Almonte Antique Market, 26 Mill St. in historic downtown Almonte. 613-256-1511. 36 vendors. Open daily 10-5.

Classifieds get results. 283-3182 Toll-free 1-888-9673237 1-888WORD ADS

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Carrie Hands, CAI, CPPA, Auctioneer & Appraiser Jason Hands, Auctioneer

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For Mr John Cassell, Brockville And for Mrs Dorothy Switzer, Brockville to be held @ Hands Auction Hall 5501 County Rd 15, Augusta Township Brockville, ON Saturday, January 4 @ 9 a.m. Preview from 8 a.m. auction day or by appointment Offering over 50 Swarovski crystal figurines, Canadian made Cherry dining and bedroom furniture, S/S fridge & stove (5 yr old), LG washer & dryer (1 yr old), ornate queen bedroom suite (1 yr old). Please visit our website www.handsauction.com click Online Bidding button to view complete catalogue and pictures. Online Advance Bidding opens Friday, December 27 @ 9 a.m. and closes Friday, January 3 @ 12 noon. Bid online or as always we are pleased to see you at the live auction, the choice is now yours! 5501 County Road 15, RR #2, Brockville, ON K6V 5T2 Phone: (613) 926-2919 E-mail: auction@handsauction.com www.handsauction.com

REAL ESTATE

TOOLS, GENERATOR & COLLECTIBLES AUCTION @ 30 Victoria Avenue, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 2P2 (Lampliter Convention Centre) on Saturday, January 18, 2014 @ 9 am (Property to be auctioned @ 11 am)

AUCTION SALE FOR MR. MRS. BILL CLOSE OF PRESCOTT TO BE HELD @ MARSHALLS AUCTION HOUSE SPENCERVILLE, ON SAT, JAN 4, 2014 @ 10:00 AM Mr. Mrs. Bill Close are selling their property & will be offering the following at auction variety of antique & modern furniture, accent pieces, shop tools, Kubota generator, Hunting & fishing equipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t etcâ&#x20AC;Ś Also we will continue to sell from the estate of Mr. Frizzell collectibles good line up of artwork etc... For a more detailed list w/ photos go to www.theauctionfever.com Auctioneer or Owner not responsible for lost, stolen, Damaged articles, Accidents day of sale. Canteen. Terms: Cash or Chq w/ Photo I.D. As Is. No Buyers Premium All announcements day of sale takes precedence over all printed matter. To book your sale call: CL437351_0102

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 and in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act will only be used for candidate selection.

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WORK WANTED â&#x20AC;&#x153;A1â&#x20AC;? Handyman with halfton truck. Roof snow removal, dump hauling, wood splitting, tree removal, carpentry, siding, painting, roofing, general maintenance. Call Kevin 613-253-4764.

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~ Tremendous 15,000 sqft of Commercial Potential ~ The double block concrete and steel construction building brimming with possibilities just waiting for your creativity. The building has multi-zoned gas furnaces, radiant and baseboard heating with central air throughout. Single and 3 phase service to building. Surveillance cameras and sprinklers throughout with interior roof access. Many offices partitioned off large reception hall that could be easily removed for wide open facility. Large attached garage with 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; electric doors. 2 kitchen facilities and 9 washrooms enhance the potential. Location across from Station Theatre would be ideal for catering, dry storage facility, reception hall, office space, the possibilities are endless. Private funding may be available OAC. For private viewing, terms & conditions, please call our office at 613-267-6027. Owner is retiring. Poor health has compelled the sale. Terms on Chattels: Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa, M/C â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Catering

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RETIREMENT APARTMENTS, ALL inclusive. HELP WANTED Meals, transportation, activities daily. Short leases. Pizza driver with own car Monthly specials! Call and kitchen help, part- 877-210-4130 time/full-time apply at Milano Pizza, 14 Main St WORK WANTED East, Smiths Falls. Info: 613-769-5420.

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ETFO and locals donate $94,000 for Philippines relief work News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Elementary Teachersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Federation of Ontario (ETFO) and its locals across Ontario have donated $94,000 for humanitarian relief work in the Philippines. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Millions of people continue to struggle with the devastation and tragic realities in the aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan which ripped through the Philippines,â&#x20AC;? said

ETFO president Sam Hammond. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is incumbent on all of us to act in order to assist those facing months and years of rebuilding their communities and lives,â&#x20AC;? he went on to add. The federation kicked off the fundraising effort with a $10,000 donation, then moved to match the $42,000 raised by ETFO locals. A

majority of the funds have been donated to the Humanitarian Coalition consisting of five charitable member agencies including CARE Canada, Oxfam Canada, OxfamQuĂŠbec, Plan Canada and Save the Children Canada, as well as to Oxfam and the Canadian Red Cross. The coalitionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website is http:// humanitariancoalition.ca/.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The giving doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stop with this amount. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to take years to rebuild the lives of children and families in the Philippines,â&#x20AC;? Hammond said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are encouraging all ETFO members and others to continue making individual donations in the spirit of the season,â&#x20AC;? added Hammond.

About ETFO The Elementary Teachersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Federation of Ontario represents 76,000 elementary public school teachers and education professionals across the province and is the largest teacher federation in Canada. Submitted by the Elementary Teachersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Federation of Ontario.

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Olivia and Liam remain most popular baby names in Ontario for 2013 News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Olivia and Liam are the most popular names for girls and boys born in Ontario for the second year in a row. Olivia has been the favourite name for girls since 2008, followed by the same second, third and fourth place names from last year â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Emma, Sophia and Ava. Emily joins the ranks to round out the top five. For boys, Ethan, Jacob and Lucas once again took spots two

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However, as with previous incarnations, the customers expect the new S-Class to set standards across the board to retain its accolade as “the best automobile in the world.” Dr. Dieter Zetsche, chairman of the board of management of Daimler AG and head of Mercedes-Benz Cars: “Rather than being about safety or aesthetics, power or efficiency, comfort or dynamism, our aspirations were ‘the best or nothing’ in every respect. No other car stands for the Mercedes-Benz brand promise more than the S-Class.” What might have been an intimidating event; sliding behind the wheel of someone else’s brand-new prestige vehicle, was made welcoming by an interior that was thoughtfully created to provide intuitive touches and connections to every control and interactive display. At first glance you are not overwhelmed by a confusing array of switches and controls, nor an airplane-cockpit complicated instrument panel. Instead of a conventional cluster, the S-class informs the driver by means of two well-configured flat screens that are just over 24” in total size that do everything but overpower the very wellcrafted upper dash panel. It’s also a little more than humbling to realize that the driver’s seat alone in this vehicle has more engineering, more science behind it, and more technological advancements than the average vehicle does in its entirety.

Out on the street after more than a cursory education session from one of Ogilvie Motor’s veteran Mercedes consultants, the first impression is how nimble and quick this 4500 lb sedan actually is. The 284 cubic inch, twinturbo charged all aluminum V8 engine puts out almost 450 hp and has a 0-60 mph time of 4.8 seconds. Power is delivered to the wheels vis-à-vis a sevenspeed automatic transmission. No worries about the 19” wheels spinning on a hard acceleration thanks to my tester’s 4MATIC permanent all wheel drive. This legendary drive system seamlessly adjusts power to each wheel depending on its traction and/or slippage providing sure-footed road confidence regardless of weather conditions. And of course a vehicle which is the first to be able to scan the road surface ahead for bumps and then adjust the suspension automatically to deal with them, delivers a very smooth ride indeed. Of all the technology I expected in this class of vehicle, I was still pleasantly surprised by the driver’s seat which would automatically use powered back and bottom bolsters to gently ‘hold’ you in harder corners to keep you in an optimum seating position. Of course this is the same seat that will massage you, heat or cool you, and protect you in the event of a collision. True to its enviable tradition, this pioneering new

flagship model from Mercedes-Benz continues to set the benchmark in the luxury segment. For example, DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist allows for hands-free semi-autonomous driving in traffic situations. The standard Burmester Surround Sound System was precisely configured to the vehicle’s interior to ensure well-balanced and dynamic sounds that will envelop the entire passenger compartment, and an innovative new AIR BALANCE System provides the choice of four high-quality interior fragrances that can be selected according to personal preference and mood. The 2014 S-Class was named the Best New Prestige Car (more than $75,000) by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC). This award follows the recent annual “Test Fest” competition, where 80 Canadian automotive journalists evaluated new vehicles based on a wide variety of criteria back-to-back under the same conditions before ultimately determining the category winners. The S-class comes in a regular and extended body style with the extended version adding a limo-sized amount of rear seat legroom. The extended body style with 4MATIC all wheel drive starts at $115,200. Considering its placement as the flagship vehicle of Mercedes Benz, and all of the technology and comfort features, and performance ability it comes with, this is an unexpectedly low price and lower than the comparable 2013 model. In its price and equipment range and uncanny ability to hit the target of its consumers’ demands there really is no competition.

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Lifestyle – The vehicles I road test for these reviews (yes it’s a tough job, but I’m willing to make sacrifices) come from two main sources: press fleets owned by the Canadian head offices of the manufacturers and local dealerships. I prefer to use dealership units whenever possible because they more closely represent the trim and equipment level that you or I shop for, whereas press fleets are made up of fully loaded higher-end models. If you are interested in learning more about any of these vehicles, check out the manufacturers’ websites or better yet, call your local dealership and speak to one of their knowledgeable staff. It’s the ultimate in interactive information gathering. The 2014 Mercedes S550 I enjoyed for this review came from the friendly folks at Ogilvie Motors MercedesBenz in Ottawa. I normally wouldn’t have gone looking to road test a prestige vehicle, not because I don’t think that our readers aren’t interested but because, unless you work with that type of vehicle on a regular basis, it’s difficult to discuss its merits or shortcomings with meaning and credibility. But it was very hard to resist Ogilvie Motors’ manager Leslie Mise when he recently extended an invitation to test their newest flagship sedan, and besides I’m only human when it comes to automotive temptation. And first impressions, even those of the uninformed type, can be lasting ones. Like generations of Mercedes full-sized sedans that have gone before, the S-class styling is all about muted tones of understatement. From the first glance, this automotive creation, like its owners, is in no hurry to draw attention to itself as it quietly goes about its business.

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Cheddar and caramelized onion scones are great with soup Lifestyle â&#x20AC;&#x201C; These scones are great with soup. Sandwiched with sliced baked ham and maple mustard, these are delicious for lunch or, if you make mini scones, perfect cocktail party fare.

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Looking back on the year that was 2013 in Carleton Place, Mississippi Mills News – It’s that time of year again, a time to look back on the ups and downs and achievements of 2013 with our annual Year in Review section. This week, we look back on January to June and will conclude with July to December in next week’s edition. Jan. 3 If you were dreaming of a white Christmas your wish came true. According to Environment Canada, 40 centimetres (cm) of snow fell on Dec. 21, with another 25-plus cm falling in the Ottawa area on Dec. 27. Environment Canada unfortunately does not have a weather station in the Carleton Place/ Mississippi Mills area. “This is very typical for this time of year,” said Environment Canada meteorologist Peter Kimbell. Almonte Old Town Hall is beautiful, but what happens when architecture students are allowed to use it in an exercise of imagination. On Dec. 12, members of the Mississippi Mills Chamber of Commerce heard a special presentation from Almonte resident and Carleton University architecture professor Peter Mansfield on his class’ fall assignment and were able to view some of the projects. Looking for a place to eat, shop or visit in Carleton Place or Mississippi Mills… “There’s an app for that!” The neighbouring municipalities, in company with Smiths Falls have partnered with Perth-based Text2 Systems Inc. to implement a new community promotions solution that uses mobile telecommunications, the Internet and smartphone applications (apps), said Matt Ferguson, the company’s

president of operations. Jan. 10 It’s a girl! The Almonte General Hospital’s New Year’s baby was welcomed into 2013 on Jan. 2 at 3:30 a.m., weighing six pounds and two ounces. The White family, Liz, Sean and new big brother Ethan, fiveyears-old, from Blakeney area, are very excited for their unexpected early delivery. Being the New Year’s baby had not crossed their mind, as Liz’s due date was not until Jan. 30. In the wintertime, besides the sheer joy and good exercise experienced by people of all ages, outdoor skating rinks can play an important role in community building and as gathering places. Recently, members of Carleton Place Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) – in an effort to give back to local residents – set off a plan to put up and care for an outdoor ice rink. With assistance from other community stakeholders, the initiative, under the leadership of Paul Ross, quickly gained momentum. Fresh off his debut hit song ‘Walk Away’, Carleton Place’s Jordan McIntosh and his label, IROC Records are ready with his amazing new country single ‘Let Me Love You’. With McIntosh’s powerful delivery on ‘Let Me Love You’ you can’t help but recognize the immense talent and dedication that he delivers with his music. Jan. 17 There comes a day when people must move on, and moving on is saying goodbye, and saying goodbye is making a change. After almost seven years as leader of People First of Lanark

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nounced last summer by Prime Minister Stephen Harper. Certain things, such as parks, recreation and culture define a community. The Town of Mississippi Mills wants residents voices to be heard and have an impact on what parks and recreational activities are developed. The town is currently in the process of developing a recreation master plan, which will guide the strategic provisions of recreational programs, facilities, parkland and open space within the municipality to the year 2023. One of the steps in the process is a survey: one for the public and the other for key stakeholders.

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On Jan. 27, the family of People First of Lanark County leader, Kory Earle attended his farewell party at the Army Navy & Air Force Club in Carleton Place. Earle’s last day is Feb. 1. County (PFoLC), Kory Earle is making a change. On Feb. 1, he winds up his term at the organization – in order to spend more time with his family and get control of his health. The Almonte General Hospital has eight new pieces of equipment thanks to the generosity of the community. The hospital’s Central Sterilization and Reprocessing area now includes the following items: sterilizer, prep and pack table, endoscopy sink, a double sink, stainless steel work tables, state-of-the art scope storage cabinet with continual air flow, heat sealing station and a washer and disinfector (paid for and

being delivered from Sweden). Beckwith Township Reeve Richard Kidd sat down with the Canadian Gazette EMC on Jan. 11 for a year-end interview. Here are some highlights of his thoughts on 2012. “We crossed the halfway mark of the four-year term,” said Kidd. “This council has done a lot of great things, working well together. The municipality continues to move forward in a positive direction.” He recognized the support of the community and the township’s professional, dedicated team of staff. Jan. 24

Edwina Eddy is a resident of Carleton Place, however, what the majority of people don’t know is that she is the founder (1987) of Childhood Cancer Foundation Canada. Edwina, who lives at Waterside Retirement Community, became a campaigner for parents of children with cancer after Bryan Eddy, her 17-year-old son died of acute myelogenous leukemia in 1976. Fast-forward three decades and Canadian parents caring for critically ill or injured children will be eligible, starting in June 2013, for a special Employment Insurance (EI) benefit under a proposed change, which was an-

Jan. 31 The Town of Mississippi Mills has approved a balanced budget for the new year, which has revenues and expenditures projected to be $15,056,183. On Jan. 22, council officially approved the budget. Almonte District High School might be one of the smallest schools in the Spread The Net (STN) challenge, but they are currently in first place. “We are a tiny school and we were shocked to find out we were in first place,” said team member Margot Denis. Thus far they have raised $2,031 and their goal is to raise $6,000 for the charity founded by Rick Mercer and Belinda Stronach, which raises money to make a difference in the lives of African children by purchasing bed nets to help prevent malaria. Councillors in Carleton Place were talking trash during last week’s corporate services committee meeting. See YEAR page A/CP6

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Lorey Miller commented from the gallery on Dec. 3. Located near Smiths Falls, LAWS has been caring for abused, abandoned and lost animals for more than 35 years. It is one of two no-kill shelters in all of Ontario. According to Bill Dobson, reeve of Montague, and Glenn Barnes, the township’s chief administrative officer (CAO), euthanizing the animals would be a last resort and certainly not the facility’s goal. “We are not doing this to euthanize animals, every effort would be made to transfer the animals to a rescue facility first,” Dobson said. “We just wanted to provide a service to our own and surrounding municipalities that LAWS couldn’t provide before – if they can provide the service at a reasonable cost so be it.” Endorsement On Dec. 3 Carleton Place council did unanimously endorse the MOU for the construction and operation of a municipal animal pound to be built in Montague. “I made the motion after considerable thought, as the idea has some merit if it will help reduce the ever climbing cost to the taxpayer,” deputy mayor Ed Sonnenburg said. Later, several Carleton Place residents contacted mayor Wendy LeBlanc about the decision, as well as non-residents who were part of a Facebook campaign to get in touch with all Lanark County politicians and voice complaints about LAP.

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An online petition at http://www. change.org/en-CA/petitions/stoplanark-pound has garnered close to 2,800 supporters. At the Carleton Place council meeting on Dec. 10 a decision was carried to return the item to committee on Jan. 7. Sonnenburg reconsidered because “it was a decision that will have a wide ranging impact on a large portion of our community that had little opportunity to provide input and express their concerns about the commitment and direction we were about to take.” “Referring the item back to committee… my constituents can make their concerns known and hopefully provide better solutions to the ever increasing tax burden.” “I felt it was fair to hear (people’s) voices,” LeBlanc said. “I also suggested that these persons contact Les Reynolds so that they can speak to the matter on Jan. 7.” Too, the mayor believes it is important “that we have a clear understanding of how LAWS and a pound could work together, and I will be requesting this information.” LeBlanc has been a pet owner more than 40 years and a longtime supporter of LAWS – “both financially and as adopters of four cats from the shelter in the past 23 years.” “I want this matter to come to a satisfactory conclusion for everyone concerned, and I am confident that we can reach a decision that will take all points of view into consideration,” she said. “It may take some additional time to ensure we have all

the information in order to make an educated decision.” “I am happy that it (item) will be on the Jan. 7 agenda,” said Coun. Jerry Flynn. “I consider it of utmost importance to get the public’s input and hear their concerns on this very sensitive issue.” Coun. Louis Antonakos is also looking forward to hearing the public’s input. “I do not support the funding of an animal shelter in Montague or any other municipality unless it can be demonstrated the services LAWS currently provides are not undermined in any way,” he said. “This would include ensuring that there is a no kill policy in place for healthy, none terminally ill pets.” Antonakos noted LAWS assisted this community for several years as a non-profit organization. “Funding an entirely separate organization such as a joint municipally run animal pound is unnecessary duplication,” he said. “Efforts should be taken to assist this long standing organization.” “Perhaps funding LAWS, an organization already in place, would better suit our communities’ needs,” Antonakos continued. “My hope is

that all participating municipalities continue to work toward a solution that benefits all residents. I hope others share my view!” “Most owners love their animals and they don’t want to lose them, and in some cases they are like their children,” Strike said. “Someone may have a better idea or better solution. I am willing to support the best possible solution, a solution that is cost effective. I think we can achieve that with the support of the whole community.” Strike’s family has always had a dog, along with several cats. “We even had a litter-trained bunny,” he said. “We presently have two pugs.” “I supported the motion at council to proceed with a collective effort with our neighbour communities to create an animal pound solution,” Coun. Rob Probert said. “I also supported holding back the vote so that more of the public could be made aware of the direction planned.” There are still a number of issues to be discussed with each municipal partner before there is a formal commitment. “Part of this discussion must include LAWS,” Probert stressed. “I would very much like to avoid

a strict pound kill policy and hope that discussion can lead to a form of partnership with LAWS.” The councillor expects LAP to make every effort to reunite animals with owners. Like Strike, Probert believes “responsible owners should have their pets licensed and or microchipped.” “Unfortunately there will be unclaimed animals and perhaps this is where LAWS can become a partner,” he continued. Probert said there will be much speculation in all of this but, “I hope calm heads will prevail.” At the Dec. 17 committee of the whole meeting in Mississippi Mills a motion recommending council agree to commit to the MOU was carried. Moreover, Perth recently voted in favour of signing a 10-year agreement with the proposed pound, should it be constructed. Smiths Falls entered into an agreement with LAWS for close to $25,000 for animal pound services to Dec. 31, 2014. Again, Carleton Place will discuss its support for LAP on Jan. 7. With files from Kelly Kent and Howaida Sorour.

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Community â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The seventh annual People First of Lanark County (PFoLC) community Christmas dinner was a huge success! The free event continues to warm the hearts and stomachs of individuals across Lanark County. Over 25 volunteers came forward on Dec. 25 to feed more than 100 people a delicious turkey dinner with all the trimmings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I feel so much gratitude when I look back,â&#x20AC;? said co-host Kory Earle. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The support from everyone was truly remarkable.â&#x20AC;? Working alongside Earle was PFoLCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s executive director, Diane Sexsmith. The dinner, which attracts people from all walks of life, took place at the Army Navy & Air Force Club in Carleton Place, running from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free in town transportation was provided by Bidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Taxi. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This year we were even able to deliver meals to people who were not able to come out to the dinner,â&#x20AC;? said Earle. Guests enjoyed decorations and music of the season as well as conversation with new friends, and for the children in attendance, there was a colouring contest and a Christmas gift. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The children were really excited to see Santa Claus,â&#x20AC;? said Earle, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and he was dancing around with them.â&#x20AC;? Area politicians lending support to the dinner by way of monetary donations were Doug Black (Carleton Place), Jerry Flynn (Carleton Place), Ed Sonnenburg

(Carleton Place) and Val Wilkinson (Mississippi Mills). Carleton Place Mayor Wendy LeBlanc donated 50 pounds of potatoes and brought greetings on Christmas Day. Flynn was also in attendance at the Army Navy & Air Force Club. Much of the food was generously contributed through donations from individuals, organizations and businesses. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am feeling very grateful to all those who donated and volunteered,â&#x20AC;? said Earle. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You mean so much to me! Touching stories A young area woman whose boyfriend is in Afghanistan came to the Army Navy & Air Force Club to volunteer at the community Christmas dinner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Afterward, she told me that she had so much fun and would be coming back next year,â&#x20AC;? said Earle. Another woman all alone came out to the event. She mentioned it was her first Christmas with no gift under the tree. â&#x20AC;&#x153;After hearing this, one of our volunteers left and came back with a $25 Tim Hortons gift card and treats,â&#x20AC;? said Earle. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This brought tears to my eyes.â&#x20AC;? In Almonte a young family not only received dinner on Christmas Day, which was delivered by Flynn, but gifts were given to the children â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all four of them. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We also purchased diapers and baby wipes for the 18-monthold,â&#x20AC;? said Earle. He revealed a text was received from the mother who was truly thankful. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She said â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;it means so much to us and we would not have a Christmas without

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More than 100 people got to enjoy a hot turkey dinner this Christmas thanks to People First of Lanark County, who hosted the event. you,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? said Earle. For additional information about PFoLCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s yearly community Christmas dinner or to help out in 2014, contact Earle at 613257-7111 or 613-492-7111, or email koryearle@hotmail.com.

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sideration. The next election is Oct. 27, 2014. Carleton Place residents will elect a new council: mayor, deputy mayor and five councillors. Nominations will be accepted commencing on Jan. 2, 2014 until Sept. 12, 2014. The newly elected council receives the administration of the Oath of Office on Dec. 2, 2014. Earlier this year, the current council passed a motion for the electronic tabulation of ballots for the upcoming election. As a result, voters will insert marked paper ballots into electronic counters rather than ballot boxes. Municipal election After the polls close, clerk Duncan If you were ever interested in Rogers is able to access the results running for municipal politics, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s immediately. No manual counting time to give it some serious con- is necessary.

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said Antonakos. Council carried a motion to forward a letter to the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CommuNews â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Here is what happened nity Enrichment Grant Committee. in Carleton Place as 2013 came to Furthermore, students would be invited to come and speak at a future an end. meeting. From the community issues committee meeting on Tuesday, Vehicles purchased The town will purchase two Dec. 17: 2014 pickup trucks from Hinton Guatemala trip In March 2014 students from Dodge Chrysler in Perth. The cost: Notre Dame Catholic High School $69,292.22. Recently, Dave Joy, the Ocean (NDCHS) will participate in a humanitarian mission to Guatemala. Wave Fire Companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (OWFC) The Catholic District School Board deputy fire chief was in a vehicle of Eastern Ontario organizes the accident with the departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s excursion annually as a poverty 2002 pickup truck. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The deputy fire chief was not at exposure trip. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are requesting that fault,â&#x20AC;? noted OWFC fire chief Les the town participate in this Reynolds. With a deductible of $10,000, trip by making a donation,â&#x20AC;?

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Beckwith Township unveils chain of office for first time News – The Township of Beckwith designed a chain of office which was officially worn for the first time at the Beckwith Township council meeting on Dec. 3 by reeve Richard Kidd. The chain of office was designed in 2013 by Reeve Richard Kidd, deputy reeve Sharon Mousseau, councillors Faye Campbell, Brian Dowdall and Tim Campbell, as well as chief administrative officer Cynthia Moyle. The chain of office, which includes the township’s coat of arms has symbolic relevance to our rural character and quality of life maintained in harmony with our growth and economic and

social prosperity. The chain of office is to be worn by the reeve during council sessions and on other official occasions, including opening and closing ceremonies of special events. The design elements include: • Franktown Lilac • Standing deer • Beaver • Sheath of wheat • The Coat of Arms of Canada • The Coat of Arms of Ontario • The Coat of Beckwith Township • Three maple leaves with the hamlets of Black’s Corners,

Scotch Corners, Tennyson, Franktown, Gilles Corners, Ashton, Prospect, Derry, Cuckoo’s Nest and Lake Park. • Between the medallions are bars, each one engraved with the name of a reeve in office. “I would like to thank council and staff for all their hard work in the designing of Beckwith’s new chain of office,” commented Kidd. “I believe our new chain of office represents the agricultural and natural historic roots of Beckwith along with all the past reeves. It is an honour to be the first Beckwith reeve to wear our new chain of office.” Submitted by the Township of Beckwith.

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The new Township of Beckwith chain of office was worn for the first time during the Dec. 3 council meeting. Reeve Richard Kidd is the first reeve to wear the chain of office. Above, from left: Coun. Tim Campbell, deputy reeve Sharon Mousseau, Kidd, Coun. Faye Campbell and Coun. Brian Dowdall.

Mississippi Mills mayor highlights town’s successes in annual address By KELLY KENT kkent@perfprint.ca

News – At the final Mississippi Mills town council meeting on Dec. 17, mayor John Levi gave his annual address, highlighting the accomplishments and shortfalls of the municipality in 2013. “Three down, one to go,” he said at the beginning of his speech, referring to the current council’s final year before the new council takes effect after the municipal election at the end of 2014. “Time flies when you’re busy and having fun.”

Levi addressed the council members as he outlined the many plans the town had undertaken and completed over the course of the year. He mentioned the recently completed recreation master plan, which will guide the town on matters of improving and maintaining parks, trails and facilities over the next 10 years. Also mentioned was the community cultural plan, which will speak to the very important cultural market in Mississippi Mills over the coming years. The town asset management plan, he said, is in its final stages

and should also be considered a success of the town in 2013. The asset management plan looks at the town’s resources and estates and will make recommendations on how to improve and maintain them in the future. “We’ve also improved the council procedures by moving Committee of the Whole meetings to the same night as council,” Levi said, explaining that having the two meetings on the same day makes it easier for the public to attend and get information on what the town is doing. Another major triumph in 2013 was seeing development

within the municipality, both residential and commercial, return to a normal level after the drop off in 2012. “The commercial development in town has been very strong this year,” he said, listing new or improved businesses like Mike Dean’s Super Food Stores, which opened early on in the year; Reliable Heating and Cooling, which moved to Pakenham; Dandelion Foods, which is currently being built and Hummingbird Chocolate, a new Almonte business. Residential development also climbed back up in 2013, he

said, as was evidenced by the number of building permits issued. “Even though we’ve had many successes, though, we’ve also seen some bad,” Levi said. Levi said that the fact that no decision was made on the composition of council and thus forcing a four-year delay in implementing any changes until the next municipal election in 2018 was a major shadow on the performance of the town this year. He also pointed out that the town failed to complete its operational review and had to extend

it into the 2014 year. “Looking ahead to the new year, we have some objectives we should be looking at,” Levi said, creating a to-do list of sorts for the town. He said he wants the municipality to complete the operational review, review the town’s long-term financial plan as well as the town’s community official plan and weigh the pros and cons of the proposed Heritage Conservation District Study. “(The new year) will be an exciting and busy year,” Levi said in conclusion. “Election years always are.”

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It’s a New Year with Newly Expanded Clinical Space Coming to the Hospital! It’s a New Year and the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital (CPDMH) has great news! The demands and need for clinical services at our Hospital are not new and continue to grow. To help address this, the Hospital has applied for and received funding from the Champlain Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) to expand three clinics offered at the Hospital. The added clinical space will ensure that we are supporting best practice management for our patients.

The expansion of clinical services aligns with Ministry of Health and Long Term Care (MOHLTC) and Champlain LHIN priorities to:

Funding received includes that needed to support the installation of a new mobile unit on the hospital site, allowing the increase to clinic space within the main building and outpatient department.

“Access to these programs close to home”, says Lindsay, “will ease the burden of travel for patients and families, reduce wait times for consult and improve the coordination of care.”

“A team within the hospital has been working on mapping patient flow and access to the expanded clinic space,” reports Outpatient Manager, Jennifer Lindsay. “We are pleased to be able to create space to offer key services to our patients.”

x Reduce wait times for patients who require surgery; x Create care, treatment and transition strategies for mental health services via telehealth; x Ensure all patients with diabetes have access to supportive services including foot care.

Staff at the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital are working on mapping patient flow to best accommodate and support the creation of new clinical space in the outpatient department of the Hospital. In doing so, a new mobile unit will be added to Hospital grounds to accommodate staff.

Expect to see the new mobile unit in front of the Hospital and the development of expanded clinic space in April of this year. For more information about the expanded clinical services, please contact Toni Surko at 613-253-3825. R0012493157_0102

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On Jan. 22 council approved a recommendation by staff to enter into an agreement with Matrec Inc. for the provision of solid waste collection for a seven-year term. A round of applause from the gallery is something that is almost unheard of during public meetings of council. But that was the case as more than 30 people were on hand to see the Town of Mississippi Mills Committee of the Whole officially approve the recommendation to name the auditorium at Almonte Old Town Hall (AOTH) “The Ron Caron Auditorium.” Caron is a longtime volunteer at the AOTH and he was the technical advisor their until June 2012. Feb. 7 Have you ever been hungry or thirsty but didn’t want to miss a minute of the game by waiting in line at the concession stand? Carleton Place native Ryan MacGregor, 30, is revolutionizing the way people attend sporting events, music concerts and more. “The whole service industry is changing,” he says. The former hockey player is the chief executive officer and founder of SweetSeat, a smart-phone application (app) that lets fans order food, drinks and merchandise through their mobile device while they

sit back and relax. Skaters in Almonte are hoping a new skate park will be totally sick! On Feb. 1, members of the Almonte Skatepark Committee made a special presentation to students at Almonte and District High School seeking student’s help. The committee handed out a youth survey with seven questions that will help with the planning of the new park. Side by side with every great man is a great woman. Mrs. Claus is the wife of Santa Claus, the Christmas gift-bringer. She helps him run his shop at the North Pole and build his toys all year long. Thousands of kilometres away, in Carleton Place, Peggy Gallipeau works side by side with her husband Jake, coordinating the annual visit of Santa and Mrs. Claus to the community. During last Tuesday’s council meeting, the couple was awarded with the Eleanor Henderson Good Ambassador Award. Feb. 14 “It is just sinking in,” said Carole Dufort, principal at Caldwell Street Public School in Carleton Place. On Feb. 6 Dufort responded to the news she is one of Canada’s Outstanding Principals for 2013 – a prestigious award from The Learning Partnership (TLP). “I am thrilled, touched,” she continued.

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The first ever Carleton Place Winter Carnival was a huge success Feb. 22 to 24 in Carleton Place. The Winter Carnival would not have happened without the hard work and dedication of the organizing committee: Jessica Smith, Sarah Brown, Sarah Loftus, Lisa Strangway, and Monika Henry. (Not pictured are Shannon Murray O’Neill and Katherine Montgomery Bourck). And the good news last Wednesday got even better. Local principal Dave Chaplin, Notre Dame Catholic High School (NDCHS), also made this year’s list of 51 administrators – from every province and territory. “I am blown away,” he told the Canadian Gazette EMC. The Pakenham arena is getting a facelift. Three key areas are going to be updated at the Stewart Community Centre including the ice resurfacer room, the upstairs washrooms and a new women’s

change room. “It’s overdue,” said Pakenham Ward Coun. Denzil Ferguson. “Everyone who uses the arena will have better access to the washrooms and change rooms. You’re looking at a 37-year-old arena and these parts have not been updated. It’s going to benefit everyone overall and it’s exciting for Mississippi Mills to have one of its facilities upgraded.” The total cost for the project is $242,000 and 50 per cent will be covered by a Community In-

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Fund ment committee a week earlier. The initiative will alleviate traffic congestion and promote furFeb. 21 ther commercial and residential The construction of an en- development. trance to the new Mississippi Valley Conservation (MVC) Centre Feb. 28 was a hot topic before Carleton The discussion was electrifyPlace Council at last Tuesday’s ing at last Tuesday night’s corpo(Feb. 12) regular meeting. rate services committee meeting The local politicians were at in Carleton Place. it again, discussing two motions Owing to a motion carried on the table regarding construct- Feb. 19, a bylaw authorizing ing an entrance from Roy Brown the use of funds from the town’s Park onto Highway 7 at the cen- Rate Stabilization (Hydro) Retre, which includes turning lanes, serve will come before council at with the cost shared equally its upcoming regular meeting. between MVC, developer and The cash will finance onetown. third of the cost of constructing The entrance into MVC’s an entrance from Roy Brown building was designed with no Park onto Highway 7 – at the turning lanes by MVC engineers site of the new Mississippi Valand approved by the Ministry of ley Conservation (MVC) Centre. Transportation (MTO). The price tag is estimated to be An Almonte man has nine $313,250, which puts the mulives according to the local fire nicipality’s share in the region of chief, following a workplace ac- $105,000. cident last week. It has been both an honour The 40-year-old man is out of and a pleasure for Kris Riendeau the hospital and resting at home to serve as president of the Misafter being trapped under a large sissippi Mills Chamber of Comexcavator bucket he was trying to merce (MMCC) over the past repair. two years. The Town of Carleton Place At Feb. 20’s annual general will enter into an agreement with meeting (AGM) at the Almonte the County of Lanark for the Old Town Hall, Riendeau spoke southerly extension of McNeely about having the good fortune to Avenue to link Highway 7 and work with the business organizaHighway 15. tion’s many members, “as well as Council carried the motion at our dynamic board of directors,” its regular meeting on Feb. 12 – a See REVIEW page A/CP7 decision of the physical environ-

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on a number of projects. The Appleton Museum is going digital. The North Lanark Historical Society is working on the second part of the Museums and Technology grant from the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport for its Video Tour Project. The project is set to receive some additional funding from the Town of Mississippi Mills from the Ramsay reserves fund. Committee of the Whole approved a motion on Feb. 19 to use reserve funds for the project to purchase monitors and video equipment, which will help display the artifacts on the lower level of the museum. March 7 Starting this week, your community newspaper has a new look and name. Since the merge of the EMC and Canadian Gazette 16 months ago, the two papers have continued to co-exist, one inside the other. Now, they have joined as one under the ‘Canadian Gazette EMC’ banner. In addition to introducing the combined name, the paper has new dimensions that more closely conform to the industry standard for tabloid newspapers. Bingo! After five years of dedication to the game, comrade Gwen Robertson was honoured with a special award Feb. 23 The Blakeney resident was told to attend the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 240 Almonte Volunteer Night, but little did she know she would receive the Legionnaire of the Year award. The success and achievements of the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary (MHA) these last 60 years was marked March 2 in Carleton Place, by recognizing its many volunteers like Isabel Hawkins. For the last 55 years of the auxiliary’s 60-year history Hawkins has been walking through the doors of the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital (CPDMH) armed with a ready smile and a desire to help her fellow residents. On March 2, Hawkins earned a standing ovation from her fellow ladies auxiliary members during the Diamond Jubilee Gala dinner and awards night at the Neelin Street Community Centre. March 14 Town of Carleton Place staff

is now in possession of a detailed remediation plan from McMillanMcGee Corp. regarding the clean up of the tetrachloroethylene (PCE) DNAPL (dense nonaqueous phase liquid) for 7 Beckwith St. “We are still reviewing the detailed plan,” said Dave Young, director of public works. “However, there were some issues that came to light fairly quickly that I wanted to bring to council’s attention.” In terms of traffic interruption, Lake Avenue East between Beckwith Street and the rail line will need to be closed to traffic for approximately 12 weeks. “It is longer than we envisioned,” said Young. There may be fewer seats around the Mississippi Mills council table at the next election. On March 5 Committee of the Whole voted, by a slim margin, to enter into the lengthy process to review the size of council. The review will include seven models, all of which include a deputy mayor elected at large and the status quo (see sidebar). Council also put off addressing one possibility that was discussed previously and will take all seven compositions to the public process. If model 7A is brought back up it will need a special motion to before it is finalized as it was just considered last year. Carleton Place is going against the grain. As a rule, council meets in closed session to speak about a proposed property sale, but during the March 5 planning and protection committee meeting a recommendation was unanimously carried to discuss a recent case in public. Owing to comments made a couple of weeks ago, mayor Wendy LeBlanc deemed it necessary to discuss the Hooper St. property in an open fashion. “A number of questions came up and the town’s chief administrative officer (CAO, Paul Knowles) was not here to defend himself,” she said. At the Feb. 19 planning and protection committee meeting while discussing the town’s refusal of an offer by local developer Volundur (Wally) Thorbjornsson to purchase land on Hooper St. as the property is designated for development with employment uses, the question was asked if the proposal was officially declined. “We don’t know the answer to that,” stated Coun. Louis Antonakos at the time. “We’ve

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Volunteers of the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary gathered March 2 to celebrate the org a n i z a t i o n ’s 60th anniversary. Left, Isabel Hawkins was honoured for 55 years of service to the auxiliary.

never asked that question of students, Laura Barrass, Shelby one provided to the Naismith Home Depot is interested in Featherston, Colleen Stratford- Museum. In 2013, the town doing a small project in order to staff.” Kurus, and Margot Denis, won provided funding to the Appleton help out the municipality. Coun. Gary Strike has the high school Spread the Net Museum, Naismith Museum and March 21 The Carleton Place Business Challenge, a charity started by R.Tait McKenzie museum in the proposed the creation of a small railway park on the old (Carleton Improvement Association (BIA) CBC’s Rick Mercer and former amount of $5,250 each. The Carleton Place and Place to Ottawa) rail bed where wants to extend its main street politician Belinda Stronach. The aim of the charity is to raise District Chamber of Commerce the walking trail on Coleman project (MSP) repayment. Cathie McOrmond, money to purchase bed nets for announced its 2012 Business Street is now, between Park coordinator of the BIA, said the children in Africa to help combat Person of the Year at its annual Avenue and Queen Street. extra time is sought after in order malaria. Each bed net costs $10 general meeting (AGM), held at April 4 to contribute 50 per cent up to and the students were able to Texas Worthy on March 20. Thomas Cavanagh of Thomas The annual Sunshine List was a maximum of $75,000 to the raise close to $6,000 making net cost of the construction of a them the number one school in Cavanagh Construction Limited revealed on March 29 with a few roof over the concrete slab at the the fundraising challenge across (TCCL) was selected based on notable names from Carleton Market Square Pavilion. This Canada and earned them a visit business, community and people Place, Mississippi Mills and impact. Beckwith earning more than will make the area usable for a from Mercer on March 20. Carleton Place’s connection to $100,000 in 2012. The Town of Mississippi Mills variety of functions, in addition The Sunshine List, also known to the Carleton Place Farmers’ has denied a funding request the railroad is rather strong, and from Stephen Overbury for the its arrival in town was announced as the Public Sector Salary Market. The MSP, completed several Naismith Collection Exhibit, with great fanfare in the July 21, Disclosure Act, which aims to years ago, resulted in the which is displayed at the Almonte 1853 edition of the Carleton make Ontario’s public sector more open and accountable to purchase of decorative lighting Old Town Hall in a rented space. Place Herald. One-hundred and sixty years Overbury had asked the and benches, sidewalk repairs, See LOOK BACK page A/CP11 grates installed around trees, town for a grant equal to the later, the manager of the local attractive welcome signs put in at each entrance to town, and so on. The provincial government covered 50 per cent of the MSP costs, while the town and BIA each contributed 25 per cent. The third public gathering to create a new Official Plan (OP) become about back pain? This was a great question I received for the Town of Carleton Place this week. I am not sure. Certainly, when your was held upstairs at the town hall spine is in correct alignment it does not The very ﬁrst adjustment that was on March 5, during a meeting of the planning and protection hurt as much as if it was misaligned. given was to correct a man’s hearing. committee, which was chaired His name was Harvey Lillard. He was My personal belief and experience by Coun. Doug Black. a janitor in the building where the ﬁrst has allowed me to see amazing things Residents were given an chiropractor was studying. opportunity to voice their in people under chiropractic care. A concerns regarding the wording perfectly functioning nervous system Harvey had explained that he was of the document with Pierre can provide the life you have dreamed working in a stooped forward position Mercier and Jane Almond, about. You were designed to heal, and when he stood up he felt a ‘pop’ planning consultants with McIntosh Perry, who were hired regenerate and steward yourself. in his back and lost his hearing. Dr by the town to assist in preparing Daniel David Palmer had been studying I believe you have much more amazing the OP. the nervous system and spine and the potential than to simply be free of pain. Mercier has been working with connection between the two. Lisa Young, the town’s director I believe athletes play better, musicians of planning and development, as create better, students perform better, Dr Palmer examined and adjusted well as council and other staff for and families are happier when they are Harvey’s neck and instantly Harvey more than a year to develop a 20healthier. could hear again. year plan for Carleton Place. There is a new leader for the Chiropractic care keeps you healthier. Dr Palmer realized he was onto Thunderbolts. something. Blessings, After 30 years in education and six years at Almonte District Dr Murphy So when did chiropractic shift and High School (ADHS) Laurie McCabe has retired as principal and Ron Ferguson, the school’s former vice-principal, took over the reins on March 18. The new vice-principal will be Kelly Weir-Burtt.

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New Year’s offers time to speculate about 2014

ditorial - New Year’s is a great time to try and predict what comes next. Whether it is about business, sports, politics or community there is nothing quite like imagining what will be going on in the year to come. Some things we can easily predict. The weather will continue to be a source of anxiety. It will spin all of us in circles as we learn to accept the best and worst that Mother Nature has to offer. For young and old this winter seems to hold a bit of what used to be and some of what’s new. Business can expect to be challenged with finding better ways to bring their customers through their doors as consumers slowly burn out, run out of credit and cash and lose the urge to spend as much time as they do at their local mall.

Locally, small business will continue to promote themselves as much as possible just to keep their brand in front of an increasingly fickle and demanding consumer. Sports at the local level in our high schools and our arenas seems to be relatively safe from too much change in 2014. Having fun will never go out of style whether it is a competitive league or house league play. Politically, from a purely Canadian perspective, we can expect more of the same as our political parties and leaders at the federal level cautiously blame each other for what may or may not be a host of negative things going on in the country. This cautious approach comes from not wanting to be seen as pigheaded or simply betting on the wrong horse. What politician would want to actu-

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ally stand up for whatever he or she claims to believe in even when it may cost a vote or two. Note that most of the emotions and furor is all about politically generated issues surrounding a lack of ethics, transparency and in the end democratic principals at our highest level of government. Local government, especially in Mississippi Mills, has always been pretty transparent and accessible. Municipalities seem to be facing once more the prospect of getting

more done, with of course less. That lack of funds is a result of a provincial and federal tightening of the purse strings and will impact on just about every municipality from Ottawa to Carleton Place and beyond. With that in mind, local voters will have some decisions to make this fall as they head to the polls for the upcoming municipal elections As usual, we can expect to see more of the same in some cases and in others a surprise or two. And we look forward to it all.

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No year’s resolutions Opinion – vow to change it. Since it’s the first Our hearts, often, week of 2014, are never really the majority of in it. If we had the thousands wanted to change Kent’s Two Cents of New Year’s something about resolutions made ourselves, we as the clock struck midnight on Dec. 31 are wouldn’t need to wait for the calendar to turn still intact as promises made only to ourselves. before we ourselves turned over a new leaf. However, many of us will break these resoluAnd that is why, this year, I’m not going to tions soon enough and push them to the back make any new year’s resolutions. Not really, of our minds, reserved in a special place for anyway. Instead, I am going to vow to have the next year. best year that I can, and if that means I need I’ve always wondered why so many of us to eat a whole box of Oreos in one sitting on have such a hard time holding on to these girls’ night, I will. pacts we’ve made with ourselves. It seems no This past year, in 2013, I had a pretty great matter how wide the scope of the goal, the out- year. At the beginning, in January – although come is always the same: we fail to reach it. it seems like only yesterday – I was starting Whether that goal was something as small as my fourth and final semester of the journalism to start eating more vegetables or something program at Algonquin College. I spent most of as challenging as quitting smoking, we can my time editing Glue, the school’s magazine, never seem to hold on to the motivation for and landing a placement at the Ottawa Citizen. long enough to complete it. Soon after that was over, I got my first job in I’ve been guilty of breaking a new year’s my field here, at the Canadian Gazette. I also resolution almost every year since I was old bought a brand new car after years of driving enough to understand the ritual. I’ve made old ones and ran my first two 5K races. vows to take up a new sport, go on an exotic This year, I hope to accomplish a few goals: trip and, as many people resolve each year, to I am hoping beyond hope to buy my first house be a healthier person. in the summer and I want to run a few more I’m not quite sure why New Year’s resolu- races. Other than that, though, I just want to tions are so much harder to keep than the av- spend time being the best person I can be. erage goal, but I think it has something to do As always, I will try to exercise on a regular with the compulsory nature of it. We feel obli- basis and eat at least half a plate of fruits or gated, as the year comes to a close and we’re vegetables with each meal. I will strive to adfaced with a countdown to yet another chapter vance in my career and work toward my finanof our lives, to be better and to do better. So cial goals. But I’m not going to beat myself up we tell ourselves that, starting in January, we when I stumble and get off track. Those days will buy a gym membership or read two new will not mean I failed to keep my resolution, books each month. not this year. Instead, I hope I can brush those I think, though, that the concept is flawed. days off as simple, relaxing cheat days. This We’re forced, when the new year is upon us, year, I hope to take a more relaxed approach to frantically find a flaw in our lives and then to setting goals.

KELLY KENT

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Almonte Legion congratulates winners of annual youth contest News – Parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters and teachers filled the upper hall of the Almonte Legion on Tuesday evening, Dec. 10 to acknowledge the winners of the Almonte Branch 240 Remembrance Posters, Poems and Essays annual contest. Applause echoed through the branch as the young visual and literary artists were called forward to receive their awards and certificates. Each year, contestants express their creativity through words and art as they learn about the various facets of remembrance in their classrooms. Through the contest, the Royal Canadian Legion

continues the tradition of remembrance among Canadian youth. Locally, we had 109 entries to the contest, although sadly, none from grades 9 to 12 or from R. Tait McKenzie Public School. Almonte Branch 240 winners (places first through third) included: • Primary Colour Poster: Duncan Bird, Maya Crawford, Hunter Spinks • Junior Colour Poster: William Francoeur, Katherine Van Campen, Renee Portelance • Intermediate Colour Poster: Kyle Douglas Porteous, Dora Tamas, Callum Ramsay • Intermediate Black and White

Poster: Lydia Charron, Megan Flynn, Kennedy Snaith • Junior Poetry: Hanna Rose Pringle, Mason Fraser, Sean Edward • Intermediate Poetry: Alexander George, Ryan Andrigo, Liam Gallagher • Junior Essay: Samantha Cooney, Abigail McKenzie Violet Gordon, Harrison Toop • Intermediate Essay: George Kay Congratulations to all! Submitted by Jane Torrance, Royal Canadian Legion Almonte Branch 240, youth education chair.

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Royal Canadian Legion Almonte Branch 240 president John Souter, far left, and youth education chair Jane Torrance, far right, congratulate the winners of the 2012 Branch 240 Remembrance Posters, Poems and Essays Contest. The winners received their certificates during a Dec. 10 ceremony at the legion.

News – The Lanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges in relation to a single motor vehicle collision that happen Oct. 5 on Wolfgrove Road between Old Union Hall Road and Concession 8 of Ramsay. A black 2003 Oldsmobile Alero was travelling on Wolfgrove Road when it left the roadway and hit a rock face. The vehicle then rolled over onto its roof and caught fire. The occupants were able to get out of the vehicle and the Mississippi Mills Fire Department attended to assist the injured and put out the fire. The three occupants were transported to hospital by ambulance. The front passenger, a 24-year-old male

and the 29-year-old female driver were later airlifted to Ottawa with serious injuries. The rear passenger, a 30-year-old male sustained injuries and was later released from hospital. As a result of this investigation, the 29-year-old female driver of Perth was arrested on Dec. 21. She is charged with: • Impaired Driving Cause Bodily Harm (two counts); • Exceed 80 Milligrams Blood Alcohol Content cause Bodily Harm (two counts); and • Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle Cause Bodily Harm (two counts). Submitted by the OPP.

News – The Carleton Place Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to make motorists aware of the new stop signs located at the intersection of Lake Avenue East and Francis Street. These signs were revealed on Dec. 11.

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OPP lays charges in Oct. 5 New stop signs collision on Wolfgrove Road in Carleton Place The OPP would like to draw drivers’ attention to the new stop signs that require traffic to stop on Lake Avenue East at Francis Street. This is a busy intersection that leads to Arklan Public School. There is a school crossing guard present at the intersection before and after school. Please take extra care at this new intersection and drive safely.

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taxpayers according to the Ontario Ministry of Finance website. The act requires organizations that receive public funding from the province to disclose annually the names, positions, salaries and total taxable benefits of employees paid $100,000 or more in a calendar year. It applies to organizations such as the government, crown agencies, municipalities, hospitals, school boards and more. The highest paid public sector employee in Carleton Place/Mississippi Mills is Almonte General Hospital/ Fairview Manor president and chief executive officer Mary Wilson Trider who earned $196,982 with $1,114 in taxable benefits (TB) in 2012. A number of other Almonte General Hospital employees topped the list including: Brian Burns, vice president and chief financial officer at $109,767 ($665 in TB); Daniel Gallant, operations manager, Lanark County Ambulance Service at $100,551 ($393 in TB); Edward McPherson, assistant manager at Lanark County Ambulance Service at $119,416 ($527 in TB); Kathy O’Connell, supervisor at $120,438; Randy Shaw, vice president corporate support services at $110,916 ($668 in TB); Avis Ward, team leader operating room at $103,394 ($489 in TB). The Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital had two people on the list: Toni Surko, chief executive officer, $136,849 ($829 in TB), and Darlene Mitchell, assistant executive director and chief financial officer $103,350 ($645 in TB). More than 30 concerned residents turned out to a public meeting in Lanark on March 26, to voice their concerns over a proposed subdivision application in Middleville. The lands in question are located east of the hamlet of Middleville and south of Wolf Grove Rd., in the Township of Lanark Highlands. Tracey Zander, of Zanderplan Inc., submitted an application to the County of Lanark on behalf of the applicant, Jeff Jackson, (who was unavailable for comment) for a proposal to subdivide a 108-acre parcel of land into 40 lots between two and four acres in size. Zander’s proposal details the intent to create a subdivision of 40 single family dwellings accessed via two internal streets connecting north to Wolfe Grove Road and east to an unopened road allowance. April 11 Matt Ingram had something to say, but no one to listen. Carleton Place council refused to let the local resident speak about water fluoridation during the physical environment committee meeting April 2, even though he was registered to do so. When a motion was moved by mayor Wendy LeBlanc to not allow Ingram to speak, it carried on a 4-3 vote, with LeBlanc and councillors Doug Black, Rob Probert and Gary Strike in favour and deputy mayor Ed Sonnenburg and councillors Louis Antonakos and Jerry Flynn in opposition. “If we hear from Matt tonight, I feel we are looking at an unbalanced view,” said the mayor. “Matt is here as a concerned citizen,” Flynn pointed out. Antonakos concurred. “He is not here as an expert,” he said. “He is here as a resident.” “It gives an unbalanced viewpoint,” reiterated LeBlanc. Instead she wanted to move ahead with the decision made by council in

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Former NHL hockey star Theo Fleury stopped at the Carleton Place Subway May 22 on his 10-day Victor Walk to raise awareness of stricter legislation for child sexual abuse offenders. Above, Lanark County Interval House (LCIH) executive director Erin Lee-Todd pins an LCIH button on Fleury. LCIH staff came out to support the walk. ship but the amount the township is collecting is increasing. Since the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation’s (MPAC) assessment changed last year (on average for residential it increased 22 per cent or 5.4 per cent over the next four years), the tax rate in 2013 will drop by three per cent but the total taxes the municipality will collect will increase by 1.8 per cent. The Town of Mississippi Mills may be getting a new facelift. On April 2, Committee of the Whole approved a staff recommendation to choose a new logo for the community’s water tower. The community and economic development committee (C&EDC) recommended that while the tower is undergoing renovations, that the structure’s logo be revamped as well. Their suggestion for a new signage concept was to utilize the slogan “Friendly Almonte/Mississippi Mills”, but study other branding concepts as well. The 800 students at Carleton Place High School (CPHS) want your help. The school’s library is being converted into a learning commons – designed to be flexible, comfortable and inviting, and to meet the needs of today’s student. “I compare it to a modern coffee shop, a place people want to come,” said Eric Hardie, CPHS principal. “Books and technology are given equal footing, and student learning is supported and enhanced.” A fundraising campaign, an initiative of the school council, is currently underway to bring in the money to renovate, refurbish and revitalize the location. “Our goal is to raise $25,000,” said Annie Fergusson, a Grade 12 student and student council representative on the school council.

ish line at 2:50 p.m., as many runners were about to cross the line. There were four local runners competing in the race: Terry Monette and Kevin Phillips from Almonte and Rodney Carriveau and James McGuire from Carleton Place. It has been reported that all runners from Canada escaped from the events uninjured but their memories from the experience are still fresh. The Ocean Wave Fire Company (OWFC) in Carleton Place has a new deputy fire chief. The town introduced Dave Joy as the department’s second-in-command at council’s regular meeting on April 9. Cell phone dead zones cause many residents headaches. Whether it’s trying to dial a number from outside your house or if you are stuck on the side of a road, service gaps in rural areas are a concern for many. The Town of Mississippi Mills is working with Lanark County to help fix this problem by mapping out where those service gaps are. “Any cell phone information on dead zones, we need that information sent into us,” said Coun. Val Wilkinson at the April 16 Town of Mississippi Mills council meeting. After rolling up the rim of his Tim Hortons coffee cup – size small – Perth resident Jeremy Malloch became the owner of an all-new 2013 Toyota RAV4. The RAV4 is the grand prize in the popular RRRoll up the Rim to Win contest at Tim Hortons. This year the restaurant chain is giving away 40 vehicles, and 37 have been claimed to date. The Carleton Place Canadians fell just short of playoff glory but they had a lot to celebrate in the 2012-2013 season. The team lost in Game 7 of the Central Canada Hockey League semi-finals April 25 to the Cornwall Colts 2-1 on April 10 The Boston Marathon is a time of after finishing the season in second place overall with a record of 40-19-1-2 April 18 hope and triumph. The 2013 local residential tax rate Those ideals were rocked on April 15 for 83 points. This was the best season may be going down in Beckwith Town- as two explosions went off near the fin- for the Canadians who have been in the September 2011: to bring in a proponent to have fluoride removed and an advocate of fluoride, such as the medical officer of health. The OPP are investigating a series of fires which were set early on Friday, April 5. Members of the Ocean Wave Fire Company (OWFC) were first called out to a fire call at 17 Princess St. around 3:10 a.m. where a shed was reported to be on fire. “That’s the one we were dispatched to initially,” said Les Reynolds, OWFC chief during a telephone interview that afternoon. Upon arrival on Princess St., however, firefighters noticed another fire nearby. “The first firefighter on the scene noticed it,” said Reynolds. With 22 firefighters having to fight two fires simultaneously, “it was hectic for a while.” Around the corner at 107 Lisgar St. “there was a garage and an attached house on fire,” said Reynolds. The garage was completely engulfed in flames and had already started to do its destructive work on the house’s attic. The garage belonging to the residents of 42 Princess St. sits right beside the 107 Lisgar St. garage and it too was soon going up in flames. The lady who lives at 107 Lisgar St. was “alerted by one of her neighbours who saw the fire and managed to arouse her,” said Reynolds. “(She) was very fortunate.” The Almonte Thunder might not have made it to the playoffs but the team still has a lot to celebrate. On Saturday, April 6, the team gathered at the Mississippi Golf Course to recognize the contributions of some of their hardest working players by handing out eight awards. The team finished fifth in the Valley Division of the Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League standings with a record of 15-23-2-2 for 34 points.

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May 2 Hope floats. At least it did April 27 when heliumfilled yellow balloons were released into the sky, each with a silent message of hope – hope that cancer would some day be gone, or that a cure for the malicious disease will soon be found. Debby Lytle, chair of the Communities in Bloom organization of Carleton Place was all smiles when they showed off their latest growing project – a second Garden of Hope, this one on Coleman St. East. This strip of land is planted with 2,000 daffodil bulbs, donated last year by Dave Flatters, owner of the Carleton Place Nursery Ltd., located on Highway 29 which is celebrating its 25th year in business this year. Garbage bag tags are no longer needed in Mississippi Mills, unless you need extra bags on garbage day. As of June 1, residents in Mississippi Mills will have their garbage pick up reduced from 60 times per year to 52 times, with one bag per week and an extra bag permitted at Easter, Christmas and New Year’s. Bag tags will continue to be available for purchase at a cost of $2 per tag and previous year’s tags will still be accepted. Three businesses at 500 Ottawa St. in Almonte have been closed due to several Ontario Building Code violations. Rising Sun Yoga was closed on April 11 and after further inspections and review of the code, Rising Tele-Communications and Bjork Massage Therapy were closed on April 24. Marlys Symington, co-owner of the studio with Mary Biggs, spoke passionately to Town of Mississippi Mills council about the studio being closed at a special meeting April 23. “Our door was closed with no warning and currently we are the only business that was forced to shut down,” said Symington. “There are a few minor things that (the owner) has already begun to put in place. We are asking (council) to vote for us return to our space, effective immediately and operate in the space while the work is being done…We would like to work together to make this a win-win situation for everyone so we do not have to close our doors.” May 9 An open meeting was held in Carleton Place May 1, in council chambers to discuss a major downtown development proposal. Led by Volunder (Wally) Thorbjornsson, the $80 million project is being pitched by a local group of developers, landowners, shopkeepers, lawyers, realtors, designers and more. “I appreciate we are doing this in a public meeting and that we have a full transparency of what is being done,” said the Icelandic developer. “It’s important to us!” The players, calling themselves the Downtown Development Group (DDG), have offered to purchase municipal property and undertake significant commercial and residential development in the downtown area, involving refacing, renovating and demolition and construction. Properties include the old pawn shop on Franktown Road; train station (Coleman St.); SRC Music building (Moore St.); former Tim Hortons downtown; Beckwith St. lot beside the farmers’ market and the house beside it (39 Beckwith St.); the Thirsty Moose Pub See YIR page A/CP14

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wondered at one point, and then she smiled even wider when she was told that Pie was seven, only one year older than herself. Though Bridget has had only a small amount of experience with horses and ponies, she is quite familiar with other animals. She has a dog, two birds and a fish named Arnold at home, all of which she helps care for. While she was tentative around the pony at first, it only took a short time with Pie before Bridget was comfortable. It was clear that Bridget is not someone who lets life push her around. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stop it, Pie!â&#x20AC;? sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d say as

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The Bridge Kanata (The Wesleyan Church) 285 Didsbury Rd., Kanata (Behind Canadian Tire) 613-592-7635 www.bridgechurches.ca connect@bridgechurches.ca SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES: 9:15am & 10:30am Nursery & Bridge Kids (ages 3â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Grade 5) at booth services Ottawa Valley Vineyard Church Loving God, Loving People, Having Fun When: 10:30am SUNDAY Carleton Place High School 613-257-6045 www.ottawavalleyvineyard.ca

Boydâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/Franktown United Churches Rev. JeďŹ&#x20AC; de Jonge 613-285-8047 Services: Boydâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Ferguson Falls Rd â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11:00am St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Franktown â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9:30am Sunday School Website: www.boydsfranktownunitedchurch.com Calvary Pentecostal Church Phone: 613 257 3484 Email: calvarychurch@sympatico.ca www.calvarycp.ca Holy Name of Mary St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Parish Almonte 613-256-1034 Father Lindsay Harrison SATURDAY MASS 4:30pm SUNDAY MASS 9:00am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:30am Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Liturgy, Youth Ministry, Bible Study, Prayer Circle (check website for times and programs) www.holynameofmaryparish.com Almonte Baptist Church 207 Reserve St. 613-256-5655 Pastor: Paul Benson www.almonte.baptistchurch.com 11am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP 4th Thursday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mens Super-Huddle 6:30pm 4th Tuesday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; L.I.F.T. 7:00pm 613-623-9436

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Almonte Presbyterian SATURDAY SERVICES Church Sabbath School â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9:30am 111 Church St. 613-256-2184 Divine Service â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11:00am apc@trytel.com EVERYONE WELCOME Minister, Rev. Barry Carr Mr. George Stewart St. Georgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Organist and Choir Director Anglican Church SUNDAY 11:00am Clayton, ON Worship Service & Sunday School The Venerable Mary Ellen Berry Nursery care Available. The Rev. David Vavasour ALL WELCOME! 613-257-1340 Transportation is available by calling Service & Sunday School 10:30 am Elford Giles 613-256-2460 www.stgeorgechurchclayton.webs.com

St. James Anglican The Lighthouse Church 355 MoďŹ&#x20AC;att Street â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Anglican Church in Carleton Placeâ&#x20AC;? 613-257-4255 Reformed Pastor: Doug Anderson 225 Edmund Street, Presbyterian Church Email: info@cplighthouse.org Carleton Place, Ontario Christ Centred â&#x20AC;&#x201C; People Focused Website: www.cplighthouse.org 613-257-3178 273 Almonte St., Almonte Sunday Services Website: stjamescarletonplace.org SERVICES: 10am EACH SUNDAY 10am Celebration Service Sunday, January 5, 2014 Worship Services every & Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church Christmas 2 Sunday at 10am Contact us for more information 8am Holy Eucharist 2nd services â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Personal prayer available 10am Choral Eucharist 2pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1st,3rd, 5th Sundays Tuesdays & Thursdays 12â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2:30pm Sunday School in Parish hall 6pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2nd, & 4th Sundays Call or come by Contact Barb Thursday, January 9, 2014 Weekly Small groups and Cornerstone 10am Holy Eucharist youth group Community Church Rector Church oďŹ&#x192;ce 613-256-2816 1728 Concession 11-A, Almonte The Revâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d David Andrew website: hillsiderpc.ca (at the round-about) Organist Mr. Ralph Langtry Pastor â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Rev. Matthew Dyck Pastor: Choir Director Pat Grainger 613-791-4811 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; mhdyck@rogers.com Rev. Gary Landers Almonte United Church 613-256-4995 St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 106 Elgin Street, Almonte SUNDAY WORSHIP: Presbyterian Church Tel: 256-1355 10am 39 Bridge Street 613-257-3133 Rev. Mary Royal Ample Parking â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Fully Accessible Rev. Barry Carr, Minister Organist & Music Director: Nursery Care/Sunday School Organist and Choir Director: Neil Milnes Weekly Bible Study & Prayer Susan Harron 10:30am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; SUNDAY WORSHIP * Friendly Family-Centred Ministry * SUNDAY SERVICE 9:30am & Sunday School A Free Methodist Nursery & Sunday School, Child Care Available Congregation Website: www.almonteunited.com Handicap Accessible St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Roman Email: oďŹ&#x192;ce@almonteunited.com standrewschurch39@gmail.com Catholic Church OďŹ&#x192;ce Hours: 9amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;12pm Monâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Fri. Blog: standrewscarletonplace.com 28 Hawthorne Ave., For Transportation call the oďŹ&#x192;ce. Carleton Place Carleton Place Parish of Fr. Augustine MendonĂ§a, Baptist Church Franktown-Innisville 613-257-1284, 613-257-1630 299 Bridge St. Carleton Place Anglican Churches MASS SCHEDULE 613-257-1889 The Rev. David Vavasour Saturday 5pm Pastor: Brian AďŹ&#x201E;eck The Venerable Mary Ellen Berry Sunday 9am & 11am Discovery Hour: 10:00am 613-257-1340 Handicap Access Worship Service: 11:00am www.franktown-innisvilleparish.ca Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church provided St. James, Franktown 8:30am Prayer & Bible Study St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Innisville 10:30am Wednesday 7pm Everyone Welcome All Welcome! Handicap access A Biblically faithful, Gospel sharing www.cpbaptist.ca parish in the Anglican Church in Ashton-Munster North America Zion-Memorial Pastoral Charge United Church Services & Sunday School at The United Church of Canada 'SBOLMJO 4USFFU t 10 am each Sunday Rev. Arlyce Schiebout 10:30am Morning Worship Nursery available Services in both churches. 10:30am Sunday School & Nursery Mid-week Bible Studies Fully Accessible FULLY ACCESSIBLE Info: Rev. Dave Kempt, Pastor 613-257-7761 for more information Minister: 613-257-5490 Everyone Welcome. Rev. Peter W. Dahlin, B.A., M.Div. 117 Victoria St., Carleton Place Child Care provided. Musical Director: Tony Stuart www.eternalhopechurch.ca WARM WELCOME TO ALL! R0012494160_0102

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LOCAL NEWS

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Rebound Centre of Almonte to move to new, convenient location By KELLY KENT kkent@perfprint.ca

Community â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Local residents who love to score great deals at The Hub will soon have more opportunities to find great secondhand items right in the heart of Almonte. The Rebound Re-use It Centre, which is the part of The Hub that sells large items like furniture, is soon moving from its current location to a more central, convenient spot in town. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re really excited about our new location,â&#x20AC;? said Glenda Jones of The Hub. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be really better for business, better for The Hub and better for our customers.â&#x20AC;? The Rebound Centre, as it is commonly known as, has been in operation since 2004, when The Hub needed to open a separate

centre to deal with larger items, like furniture. It works in tandem with the locally-famous secondhand store, selling donated items at great deals. For the past few years, the centre has been located in a remote location on Ramsay Concession 8, near the Mill of Kintail. There, the centre has the room it needs to house the larger items like couches, tables, chairs and bed frames; however, some customers have complained about the secluded and inconvenient setting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Moving into town will make it easier not only for people to find us, but for people to get to us,â&#x20AC;? Jones said. The centre is moving to 14 Industrial Avenue in Almonte, to the small group of businesses across the road from Patriceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Independent Grocer. Jones said

they have rented out two of the shops there and knocked down the wall between them, creating a space that is plenty large enough for their inventory. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have more than enough room there, in town,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only a couple hundred square feet smaller than the current location.â&#x20AC;? Actually, the Rebound Centre is heading back to its roots, in a way. The centre was originally located behind Patriceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, where Health Food Technologies is now. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the beginning, it was nice to have both of the shops in town where people could easily get to them,â&#x20AC;? Jones said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking forward to doing the same thing.â&#x20AC;? Not only will the new space be more convenient for current cus-

Outdoor rink provides great entertainment By TARA GESNER tgesner@perfprint.ca

Community â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Carleton Place is an ideal spot for outdoor skating in the winter. Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re an individual looking for a place to skate for fun or a group of kids looking for a location to play a game of pick-up hockey, the rink located in front of the combined Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Ocean Wave Fire Company (OWFC) headquarters on Coleman Street, on property belonging to the Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers,

has all the amenities you need. OPP, once again, in an effort to give back to local residents, erected the outdoor ice surface. For maximum enjoyment, lighting has been set up for night time use. Last year, with assistance from other community stakeholders, the plan for an outdoor rink, under the leadership of Paul Ross, quickly gained momentum. Ross is an OPP officer and president of the Carleton Place Minor Hockey Association (CPMHA).

tomers, but Jones said she hopes to see more new customers and foot traffic visiting them at the urban location. Jones said she hopes to have the move started between Christmas and New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, with a tentative re-opening date of Jan. 6. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quite a lot of inventory to move, though, so the dates may vary.

During the move, the Rebound Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s popular e-waste service will be temporarily suspended. The centre currently takes unwanted electronics like computers and disposes of them safely. Unfortunately, in order to do this, a specific site must be set aside to store the e-waste, and the new location will not be able to construct a site until the spring.

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MISSISSIPPI MILLS CHRISTMAS PUBLIC SKATING HOURS 2013/2014 Almonte Arena ALL FREE SKATES sponsored by Tim Hortonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Thursday January 2nd 1â&#x20AC;&#x201C;3 p.m Friday January 3rd 1â&#x20AC;&#x201C;3 p.m Sunday January 5th 2â&#x20AC;&#x201C;4p.m

HOLIDAY OFFICE CLOSURE

Pakenham Arena The Town of Mississippi Mills Municipal (All Skates are Free of Charge) Offices will be closed for the holiday Thursday January 2nd 2â&#x20AC;&#x201C;4p.m season from 12:00 noon on Tuesday, Friday January 3rd December 24, 2013 through to January 7:30 p.mâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;9:00 p.m 2, 2014. Saturday January 4th 6:00 p.mâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;8:00 p.m The office will re-open on Thursday, January 2, 2014 at 8:30 a.m. For more information please call Public Works emergencies only: 613-256-1077 613-256-3167.

Municipal Matters January 2, 2014 ACCESSIBILITY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; DID YOU KNOW? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hesitate to advise the Town if you encounter a barrier when utilizing the Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s services or visiting one of our facilities. A barrier to accessibility is an obstacle that makes it difficult â&#x20AC;&#x201D; sometimes impossible â&#x20AC;&#x201D; for people with disabilities to do the things most of us take for granted â&#x20AC;&#x201D; things like visiting a facility, participating in community activities or seeking services.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Of course we want to continue to offer the service,â&#x20AC;? Jones said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;but we have to make sure we have the proper space to do so.â&#x20AC;? Jones said a grand opening for the new and improved Rebound Centre should take place in early February. Until then, she hopes to see more and more customers come out to the new location.

Changed Collection Day Changed to Thursday, January 2, 2014 Changed to Friday, January 3, 2014 Changed to Saturday, January 4, 2014 THE EMC - A/CP13 - Thursday, January 2, 2014

TOWN OF MISSISSIPPI MILLS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TAKE NOTICE that Town of Mississippi Mills will be holding a public meeting on Tuesday January 28th, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Town of Mississippi Mills Council Chambers, 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte, Ontario, in order to receive input from the members of the public with respect to a proposed municipally initiated zoning by-law amendment related to agricultural buildings. THE PURPOSE AND EFFECT of the proposed amendment is to remove restrictions currently contained within the Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Zoning By-law #11-83 which limit the number of agricultural accessory buildings permitted on lots which are zoned for agriculturally related uses. The Zoning By-law currently allows for a maximum of either two (2) or three (3) accessory buildings per lot depending on the zoning, but does not differentiate agricultural accessory structures from non-agricultural accessory structures. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the proposal is available for public inspection at the Town of Mississippi Mills Municipal Office, 3131 Old Perth Road, R.R. #2, Almonte, Ontario, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (Monday to Friday), by telephone at (613) 256-2064 ex. 206, or by e-mail at mrobson@mississippimills.ca.

YEAR IN REVIEW

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and Eatery; Olympia Restaurant building, 84 Mill St.; Allan St. (old curling club lot); garage building (Precision Automotive Service) at 215 Bridge St. and 210 Bridge St.; and neighbouring properties. Bringing people downtown (urban living), the project would result in 237 residential units: 150 for sale and 87 new tenants, in addition to retail and services. The Mississippi Valley Textile Museum has gone digital. Researchers can now access all of the museum’s artifacts and library documents in just a few clicks. Soon people around the world will also be able to search and view online 150 years of the Almonte Gazette. The artifact digitization project was funded by the Museum Assistance Program (Department of Canadian Heritage) for two consecutive years for a total of $17,200 in 2010 and 2011. The digitizing of the research collection (books) and the optical recognition of back issues of the Almonte Gazette was funded by the Museum and Technology Fund through the provincial government for $40,733 from 2011 to 2013. May 16 What would the world do without volunteers? The Town of Mississippi Mills honoured one of its greatest helpers Friday night, May 10, with the dedication of the Ron Caron Auditorium at Almonte Old Town Hall (AOTH). The well-attended affair featured musical entertainment by Fiddleheads from Barrhaven and Noreen Young puppets, Miss Mills and Jacob Bluejay, as well as drinks, cheese and light snacks from Café Postino and Foodies Fine Foods. Stompin’ Tom Connors is looking out over the former Mississippi Hotel in Carleton Place, said Coun. Jerry Flynn, talking about the placement of a new giant mural of the Canadian country icon. “This way he can see the hotel from his location,” he said. Connors penned his hit song about French Canadian folk hero Big Joe Mufferaw at the Mississippi Hotel, and he helped save the building (now the Greystone Hotel) from demolition. The mural, painted by Ottawa artist Shaun McInnis, is located on the side of the building next to the hotel. It was completed just in time for A Salute to Stompin’ Tom and the Songs of Canada, a musical tribute took place over the weekend (May 11-12) in Carleton Place. Measuring approximately four metres by four metres, it features a smiling Connors in a black cowboy hat and with a guitar. Underneath are the following lyrics: “Everyone’ll tell ya around Carleton Place the Mississippi dripped off of Big Joe’s face.” Two Carleton Place businesses, MacPherson’s Auto Service and Carleton Place Nursery, have each received a 20-year plaque to recognize their longtime involvement with Welcome Wagon (WW). Sharon Shea and Patricia Brauer, local WW representatives, honoured Ross and Laurie MacPherson and Dave and Heather Flatters May 10. The largest greeting service in Canada, WW celebrates 83 years in 2013. May 23 The construction of a roof over the concrete slab at the Market Square Pavilion in Carleton Place will make the area usable for a variety of functions, in addition to the Carleton Place Farmers’ Market.

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The Carleton Place community gathered for the dedication ceremony of two C1 105mm Howitzer artillery guns at the Carleton Place cenotaph June 8. The week was a special one for members of the Canadian military family, with the 69th anniversary of D-Day marked on June 6, Canadian Forces Day on June 2, and the end of the Korean War commemorated at the end of the month. In a written report to council, Paul Knowles, the municipality’s chief administrative officer (CAO), noted five companies picked up tender documents for the Market Square roof project. Two balanced tenders were received and immediately opened following the closing date – April 22. Renwick and Associates bid $148,878 and the price from Dalcon Enterprises was $217,000. The Town of Carleton Place will engage Ottawa’s ByTown Engineering to design the highway extension of McNeely Avenue and development of the employment lands on Highway 15. Council carried the recommendation by town staff at its regular meeting last Tuesday, May 14. The town received proposals from four bidders – Counterpoint ($636,200), Novatech ($500,000), J.L. Richards ($557,550) and ByTown Engineering ($334,115). The County of Lanark is cost sharing on the project and will for that reason replicate Carleton Place’s contribution of $123,750 (to be recovered from developers) on the design to extend the McNeely Avenue and Highway 15 intersection. Moreover, Carleton Place will fund the design for the development of the town’s employment lands at a cost of $84,615. May 30 Theo Fleury never let his size get in his way during his 18-year NHL career and he made sure that didn’t happen with his latest mission, as a champion for stricter legislation for child sexual abuse offenders. The 44-year-old former Canadian hockey player, known for his diminutive stature and speed on the ice (he won the Stanley Cup in 1988-89 and an Olympic gold medal in 2002), passed through Carleton Place on his Victor Walk May 22. Fleury and his entourage made a stop at Subway to refuel, sign autographs, greet fans and spread the message of the walk, what he calls ‘The Orange Movement.’ It should be a familiar colour for Fleury, who spent the majority of his career as a Calgary Flame. Disgraced Carleton Place financial planner Robert Dickson has 34 months to come up with $74,500 or face the prospect of jail time. Dickson, 66, was back in court on Monday, May 27, having plead guilty to six fraud-related charges, for his sentencing hearing. Justice John Waugh of the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth placed Dick-

son under a conditional sentence of 20 months followed by 36 months probation for one count of fraud. He also imposed another three-year probation order on the count of falsifying documents. Andy Bassett and Morgan Jeffries are the 2013 Robert Tait McKenzie Scholarship winners, presented by the Almonte Lions Club Charitable Foundation (ALCCF). The Almonte District High School (ADHS) students were named last Tuesday, May 21, during the 47th Annual Robert Tait McKenzie Scholarship Awards ceremony and dinner at the Almonte Civitan Hall. June 6 The cenotaph in Carleton Place’s Memorial Park commemorates the sacrifice of residents who have died in war. However, the past few years have been frustrating for the committee overseeing the expansion and restoration of the memorial. The final phase – the addition of two C-1 105-mm Howitzers, which was recently completed – was “unbelievable.” “Although I felt like packing it in a few times, I saw the light at the end of tunnel,” said Ron Goebel, committee chair. He was born Ernest Evans, but people worldwide know this American singersongwriter as Chubby Checker. In the area last month for a performance at the Casino Lac Leamy in Gatineau, Checker called on his longtime friend, Beckwith Township resident Chuck Darnell-Stokes. “The day before the show (May 16) he was visiting and wanted me to show him around,” said Darnell-Stokes. The duo made a special stop at the municipal office, thrilling both staff and Reeve Richard Kidd. An operational review committee meeting for Mississippi Mills was held May 28 in Almonte to discuss and analyze the inner workings of the town’s departments. Steve Fournier of Fournier Consulting Services gave a presentation discussing the results of an operational review that identified the strengths of and issues with the town’s departmental structure and recommendations. In November of 2012, the town commissioned Fournier Consulting Services to conduct online surveys, group consultations and interviews with members of council, community stakeholders and staff to determine what works and what doesn’t in Mississippi Mills. The survey saw responses from 160

community members, which represents 1.3 per cent of the population of Mississippi Mills, a statistic that Fournier said he was pleased with. “Overall it was a very successful survey,” he said. June 13 Jordan McIntosh may have grown up in a country song, but he’s getting a taste of the celebrity life lately. On Sat. June 8, the young singing sensation began filming his second music video for his new single ‘Grew Up in a Country Song’, which was released this past Monday and can now be heard on radio stations like Y101. The video was filmed at McIntosh Automotive Center, which is owned by McIntosh’s father. The garage was filled with smoke from a fog machine while he and his band rocked out beside two vintage cars. Five out of seven politicians in Carleton Place heard both sides of the debate regarding fluoridation in drinking water last Tuesday night, June 4. Due to previous commitments, Coun. Gary Strike and deputy mayor Ed Sonnenburg were unable to attend the packed gathering. Relocated to the upstairs auditorium inside the town hall, the town’s physical environment committee meeting included the information-only session. A decision by council to move forward with a plebiscite (referendum) will be determined in the future. The next municipal election is Oct. 27, 2014. These guns will roar no more in anger. Where once they were used by Canada’s soldiers to defend us, the two Howitzers now sit silently, guardians of the respect which Carleton Place remembers its veterans. “There was an element that was missing to our expansion project,” said Ron Goebel, president of the Carleton Place Royal Canadian Legion’s cenotaph committee, at the dedication ceremony in Memorial Park on Saturday, June 8. The week was a special week for members of the Canadian military family, with the 69th anniversary of D-Day marked on June 6, Canadian Forces Day on June 2, and the end of the Korean War commemorated at the end of the month. June 20 During the policy review committee meeting last Tuesday, June 11, in Carleton Place, town staff, at the request of council, prepared and presented a pro-

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posal regarding the possibility of changing the municipality’s representation on Lanark County council. At present, determined by voters on election day, the mayor and deputy mayor sit at the table, and the arrangement is mimicked in other municipalities. However, there are several options available to use in terms of Carleton Place’s representation on Lanark County council, explained clerk Duncan Rogers. They are: • Alternative 1a: one mayor (sits on county council) and six councillors. The deputy mayor (sits on county council) is chosen from the six members of council. • Alternative 1b: one mayor and six councillors. Select two people from the seven members of council to sit on county council. • Alternative 2: one mayor, one reeve (sits on county council), one deputy reeve (sits on county council) and four councillors. • Alternative 3a: one mayor, one deputy mayor (sits on county council) and five councillors (one sits on county council). • Alternative 3b: one mayor, one deputy mayor (sits on county council) and five councillors. Mayor has first opportunity to sit on county council. If mayor declines, select one of five councillors to serve on county council. Kids and puppets alike got their groove on at Friday’s filming of the first Puppets Up! Harlem Shake, featuring Pakenham Public School. Parents, teachers and media gathered in the school’s parking lot the morning of June 14 to watch as everyone danced as excitedly as they could along to the beat of the famous song. Thanks to funding from the Young Awards, each student at Pakenham Public School got to create their very own puppet by working with either Noreen Young or Jeff Banks of JB Arts in Almonte, and they proudly showed them off for the camera during the filming. June 27 Since the inception of the Carleton Place Canadians junior ice hockey team four years ago, owner Jason Clarke has provided the local municipal council with an annual update on how the team faired during its season. “However, I wanted to do something a little different for this year,” he told councillors last Tuesday, June 18, during the community issues committee meeting. Owing to the sports team, Clarke spoke about the local economic impact. The Canadians average 350 fans per game, and there are 29 home games. Playoffs, however, are a different story. “Almost all of our playoff games are sold out,” said Clarke. Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital’s (CPDMH) new fiveyear strategic plan has been inspired by the people and the communities that it serves, states Toni Surko, chief executive officer (CEO). Surko outlined the plan during the hospital’s 58th annual general meeting (AGM) at Zion-Memorial United Church June 19. By way of a strategic plan, an organization defines its strategy or direction, and makes decisions on allocating its resources to pursue this strategy. Over the last seven-month period CPDMH went to great lengths to listen to its staff and the people it serves. Check out next week’s issue of the paper as we conclude our Year in Review with a look back at the months of July to November 2013.

SPORTS

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CCHL standings Through Monday, Dec. 30, 2013

ROBINSON DIVISION TEAM GP W L OTL SOL Carleton Place 40 34 5 0 1 Smiths Falls 39 24 12 3 0 Cornwall 37 18 14 1 4 Brockville 37 19 17 1 0 Kemptville 36 14 17 2 3 Hawkesbury 38 11 23 3 1 YZERMAN DIVISION TEAM GP W L OTL SOL Pembroke 38 23 10 2 3 Ottawa 37 24 12 0 1 Nepean 39 20 12 4 3 Kanata 39 16 18 1 4 Cumberland 39 14 21 4 0 Gloucester 39 12 22 2 3 UPCOMING GAMES Thursday, Jan. 2, 2014 Kemptville at Cornwall, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3 Ottawa at Brockville, 7:30 p.m. Nepean at Gloucester, 7:30 p.m. Cornwall at Hawkesbury, 7:30 p.m. Smiths Falls at Kanata, 7:30 p.m. Cumberland at Kemptville, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4 Brockville at Ottawa, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 5 Cornwall at Nepean, 2:30 p.m. Hawkesbury at Carleton Place, 3 p.m. Smiths Falls at Cumberland, 3 p.m. Kemptville at Pembroke, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7 Pembroke at Cumberland, 7 p.m. Nepean at Kanata 7:30 p.m.

PTS 69 51 41 39 33 26 PTS 51 49 47 37 32 29

CCHL scoring leaders NAME Andy Sturtz Evan Peterson Greg Jansz Phil Gadoury Ryan Collins Max Veronneau Victor Beaulac Nathan Todd Mark Petaccio Ryan Cusin Stefano Momesso Derian Plouffe Mark Golberg Carl Faucher Kelly Summers Jesse Blais

TEAM Carleton Place Carleton Place Gloucester Nepean Ottawa Gloucester Smiths Falls Brockville Pembroke Brockville Smiths Falls Kanata Cumberland Hawkesbury Carleton Place Kemptville

G 32 22 18 25 16 21 12 22 20 20 17 14 20 16 12 18

A PTS 37 69 44 66 36 54 27 52 35 51 24 45 33 45 21 43 22 42 21 41 24 41 26 40 19 39 23 39 27 39 20 38

Goalie leaders NAME A. Savard-Belanger Jordan Piccolino Brett Magnus Guillaume Therien Michael Pinios Darren Smith Cory Simic Jacob Tugnutt Justin Laforest Cole Skinner

TEAM W Ottawa 20 Cornwall 11 Nepean 11 Carleton Place 14 Smiths Falls 20 Pembroke 16 Carleton Place 10 Kemptville 4 Carleton Place 16 Kanata 11

L 9 11 6 10 12 10 8 8 2 9

GAA SV% 2.58 .908 2.66 .917 2.68 .931 2.71 .916 2.72 .911 2.73 .922 2.74 .906 2.76 .905 3.01 .886 3.03 .902

SOURCE: www.centraljuniorhockeyleague.com

CCHL all-stars finish 3-2 at Central Canada Cup All-Star Challenge Sports – The Central Canada Jr. A Hockey League all-star team reached what amounted to the semifinals of the 2013 Central Canada Cup hockey tournament before bowing out in a shootout on Sunday, Dec. 29 at Terrebonne, Que. The CCHL team included Carleton Place Canadians Kelly Summers, Elias Ghantous and Stephen Baylis. Smiths Falls Bears’ Stefano Momesso and Kemptville 73’s Jesse Blais. They opened with a solid 2-0 win over the Ontario Junior Hockey League (OJHL) South-West Division team on Friday, Dec. 27. Philippe Gadoury (Nepean Raiders) and Baylis had the goals for the CCHL while goalie Alexandre Savard-Belanger of the Ottawa Jr. Senators posted the shutout. After splitting their next two games, the CCHL boosted its tournament record to 3-1 on Saturday, Dec. 28 with a 3-1 victory over QJAAAHL Perron-Burrows squad, one of two teams from the Quebec league. The Bears’ Momesso scored a shorthanded goal in the first period to give them an early 1-0 lead. Tanner Williams (Nepean) and Robert Michel (Ottawa) also scored in the win. A regulation victory in their final game on Sunday against OJHL North-

East would have propelled the CCHL to the final of the six-team event. The Canadians’ Baylis put them up 1-0 but the OJHL division team tied it up late in the final period and won the shootout 2-0 to clinch the win and eliminate the CCHL from further play. The tournament was won by QJAAAHL St. Louis-Lalime All-Stars with a 4-2 win over the OJHL SouthWest squad on Sunday evening.

The CCHL team included Carleton Place Canadians Kelly Summers, Elias Ghantous and Stephen Baylis. CCHL season resumes this week After a Christmas break, the CCHL resumes its regular season this week. The Carleton Place Canadians host the Hawkesbury Hawks this Sunday, Jan. 5 at the Neelin Street Community Centre. Game time is 3 p.m. The first-place Canadians, the second ranked team in Canada, sport a 34-5-0-1 record for 69 points. That’s 18 points clear of the second place teams – Smiths Falls Bears and Pembroke Lumber Kings – who have 51 points each.

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