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could soon be looking at a highdensity townhouse development, he decided to do whatever he could to stop it. “We don’t want to see an ugly row of townhouses in our single-family home neighbourhood,” he said in an interview. “It would be completely unnatural and would just look wrong.” The neighbourhood surrounding Minto’s lots is an established neighbourhood that has been around for more than 40 years. It is made up of detached, single-family homes where many seniors and young families call home. Currently, the lots in question are zoned similarly. Under the existing R1 zoning, Minto could build eight detached, single-family homes. It is not the development of the lots that Miller and the other
News – Anybody could have done it, but nobody did it. Last Tuesday, Feb. 11, during the community development committee meeting, Carleton Place councillors denied any involvement in a false rumour about the closure of a local business. Earlier this year Carleton Place Mayor Wendy LeBlanc received an email from the owner of a local business indicating concern that a member of council informed his staff there were rumours of the business closing. “There was no truth to the rumours and the business owner was very concerned about the negative impact that the rumours could have on the operation of the business,” economic development officer Jasmin Ralph noted in a report to council. LeBlanc responded to the business owner. “All representatives of the Town of Carleton Place should be cognizant that spreading rumours regarding business closures can harm the operation of local businesses and the reputation of the town as a place to do business,” Ralph said. “I want to go on record and say I did not have anything to do with any discussion regarding this business,” Coun. Louis Antonakos said. “I shop at the store on occasion but that is it,” Coun. Rob Probert said. Deputy mayor Ed Sonnenburg received the same email as LeBlanc and responded. “I stated that it (conduct) was inappropriate and asked if they would like to forward
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Awesome autograph Community – Ottawa 67’s goalie Phillippe Trudeau signs the jersey of Trenton Sauve, 8, of Carleton Place during the 67’s visit to the Carleton Place Arena Feb. 15. The team was there as part of a community skate initiative where they
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News – The Town of Mississippi Mills saw their busiest Committee of the Whole meeting of the 2014 year on Tuesday, Feb. 4, as dozens of residents filled the public gallery to demonstrate their opposition to a proposed zoning bylaw amendment that some feel would destroy the fabric of a long-standing Almonte community. Minto Communities Inc. currently owns a vacant parcel of land on an unopened road allowance on the corner of Harold Street and France Street in Almonte, near the Almonte General Hospital. The lands are an undeveloped portion of a multiphase project started by Minto in the 1980s and 1990s, and are currently zoned R1 to allow for dwellings in keeping with the
current feel of the 40-year-old neighbourhood: single-family, detached homes. At their regular meeting on Feb. 4, Committee of the Whole received a report from the town’s planner, Steve Stirling, outlining Minto’s application to having the current R1 zoning of the lands amended to become R3-AA zoning. If passed, the zoning bylaw amendment would change the potential development from eight single-family homes to 14 townhouses. A public meeting was also held on the subject during Committee of the Whole, in an effort to hear any concerns from locals and to answer any questions they may have had. It was for this that dozens of concerned residents came for: to voice their strong opposition. “I think I can speak for a lot of local residents when I say
that we are not in support of this amendment,” said Patrick Miller, who attended the meeting to oppose Minto’s request. “This development will change the fabric of the community that many people have lived in for decades.” In addition to voicing their concern at the meeting, the town received four letters of opposition from members of the public as well as a petition with almost 90 signatures from residents who are against the amendment. Opposition Miller, who is spearheading much of the public’s initiative to oppose the zoning bylaw amendment, has lived at his house on Gale Street, which backs onto the lots in question, for more than 10 years. When he heard of the proposed amendment and realized his backyard
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County portion of an appraisal of the CP rail corridor that extends from Smiths Falls to Mattawa. The appraisal is to be done in partnership with Renfrew County and Papineau-Cameron Township and is the next step in the ongoing discussions with CP Rail on the potential sale of the corridor. Renfrew County has taken the lead on the appraisal process. It has secured a $40,000 grant for the $69,000 project and has conducted a request for proposals to select an appraiser.
The remaining cost is distributed based on the number of kilometres of rail corridor in each municipality. “The independent third-party appraisal will allow CP Rail to potentially receive a tax receipt for donated property,” explained chief administrative officer Kurt Greaves. “Additional work going forward includes surveys, environmental assessments and bridge inspections.” Decisions on further expenditures would come back to council for approval.
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News – The following are highlights from the regular Lanark County Council meeting held Wednesday, Feb. 12 in Perth. The Lanark County Ambulance Service will now be known as the Lanark County Paramedic Service. Council has endorsed a recommendation from the corporate services committee to proceed with the name change in order to recognize the profession of paramedicine and the services provided by the paramedics in Lanark County. Chief Ed McPherson said there have been dramatic changes to pre-hospital emergency medical systems over the years. He outlined several new programs related to stroke and heart attack, as well as increased medication administration and ability to provide effective pre-hospital emergency care. The change in title more accurately reflects the professional description of the service provider, and other ambulance services in Ontario have already changed their names. Chief McPherson noted there are few financial implications. A revised crest is being issued as part of the annual uniform expenditure, and changes to vehicle identification will be completed over the next several years as vehicles are routinely replaced.
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Community – Come June 13, participants in the Smiths Falls Relay for Life will do their best to scare away cancer. The Canadian Cancer Society’s signature annual event, to be held at Smiths Falls District Collegiate (SFDCI) Institute for the second year, was officially kicked off during a celebration at Chuckles Jack Feb. 13. It will begin Friday, June 13 at 7 p.m. and wrap up at 7 a.m. the next morning, Saturday, June 14. According to Relay for Life entertainment chair, Chris Van Wingerden who emceed the kick-off, this year’s date has special meaning. “When we were looking at the calendars and how the Fridays lined up, we saw there was a Friday the 13th in the calendar for June. We thought that was something we could hang our hats on, or at least our straw hats or witches hats,” Van Wingerden noted, in speaking about this year’s theme ‘Let’s Scare Away Cancer.’ “The other reason (for the date) was so we could have the theme ‘Let’s Scare Away Cancer,’” he continued. “It promises to be spectacular this year and we wanted to take this theme and run with it.” As in past years, the Relay for Life will start with opening ceremonies, the team lap and Survivor’s and Caregivers Walk at 7 p.m. Van Wingerden said the first event at SFDCI in 2013 brought many positive comments. “It’s a great track that many people were happy to have, especially in the damp weather we had last year,” he said. Logistics chair Denis Bisson said organizers had received input on issues with last year’s event and are working hard to correct them. Changes for this year include re-locating the main stage and providing not only a shuttle to the site for participants at the beginning of the Relay, but also at the end. The Fight Back Zone will be enhanced as well, featuring a music jam session for participants, cross-fit, Zumba, yoga, as well as games and competitions such as bingo and euchre. Van Wingerden credited volunteers, the Relay for life planning committee as well as valuable sponsors who make the event possible each year, including longtime event sponsors, the Civitan Clubs of Lanark and District, Perth and Smiths Falls.
Last year’s Smiths Falls Relay was held on June 7 and featured 25 teams, 244 participants and raised $71,376. Three-hundred and seventy-nine luminaries were also sold. “That’s a pretty big accomplishment,” Van Wingerden remarked. That was just a small slice of the pie as Relay for Life events across Ontario saw 5,360 teams (55,311 individuals) participate, 91,840 luminaries sold, 8,561 survivors, and brought in $15.3 million for cancer research. This year’s Relay endeavours to raise $95,000. Power of survivors The Survivors and Caregivers Walk is one of the many moving aspects of Relay for Life and last year, 47 survivors and caregivers walked the SFDCI track to begin the event. “It (Survivors and Caregivers Walk) gives us an opportunity to celebrate those who have had cancer and remember those lost loved ones,” stated Melissa Hillier, the survivors and caregivers walk chair. “We had 47 survivors join us at the event last year and this year we want to make it much, much more. We need to get the word out to friends and family that we would love to see them...” Hillier noted how she was inspired at a Relay for Life summit in the summer that spoke about the reason why the event takes place overnight. “It starts at dusk and ends the next morning to show how a cancer survivor goes from darkness to light, day to night, and the physical and emotional aspects someone with cancer will feel,” she said, commenting how it may get colder and darker as the evening wears on and the time at 1 or 2 a.m. represents when a patient may start treatment. “As participants in the Relay, you’ve been walking then for quite some time.” At 4 or 5 a.m., signifies a light at the end of the tunnel and the end of cancer treatment. “You’re tired but you know you’ll make it...the morning light brings a new day and life for cancer patients,” Hillier said. “...But there’s no finish line until we find a cure for cancer.” One of those survivors is local nurse Susan Niblock, who spoke during the evening about her journey with the disease. She was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer over Christmas in December 2011. “With the grace and mercy of God and the help of people like you, I am a survivor. I made it,” she said
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The Smiths Falls Relay for Life officially kicked off Feb. 13 at Chuckles Jack in Smiths Falls. This year’s event will be held Friday, June 13 at the Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute track. Above, from left: Planning committee members Bonnie Ennis (teams), Anita Carley (fundraising) and Karen Lindop-Beckwith (teams).
to those gathered. She refers to 2012 as her “bad year,” but refused to let family and friends get down about her diagnosis. “I told my family to be positive. This is what I’m going to do and we’re going to do it. And my friends and family carried me,” Niblock commented, adding that they helped drive her to appointments, cleaned her home, made meals and even weeded her flower beds. She had a total mastectomy and went through rounds of chemotherapy and radiation. She underwent reconstruction surgery last year. While she didn’t have to draw on the services offered by the local cancer society, Niblock understands how important they are to cancer patients. “I didn’t need their (cancer society’s) services but I knew where to direct people if they needed help,” she explained. “Some people don’t have the network of friends and family that others do.” Learning she had cancer made Niblock realize what was “important” in her life. She spent more time with See RELAY page 4
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Far left, members of the Smiths Falls Relay for Life planning committee gathered at Chuckles Jack in Smiths Falls for the official kick-off to the June 13 event. Left, entertainment chair Chris Van Wingerden served as emcee. Photos by ASHLEY KULP
RELAY family, travelling to see her sons in western Canada, and even commemorating her battle with a pink ribbon tattoo on her foot. “I thought to myself that I’m not claiming this disease because I’m going to beat it,� she said of the reason behind the tattoo. “I’m going to conquer it and I have.� “...I didn’t choose this, but it was a learning experience,� Niblock added. “Thank you for doing what you’re doing. It makes a big difference in the lives of so many people and I’m one of them.�
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Get involved The Relay for Life raises funds for critical cancer research, as well as programs and services offered by the Canadian Cancer Society. Participating in the event is simple. Gather a team of 10 to 15 family, friends or co-workers, collect pledges (a minimum of $100 must be raised by each individual team member), and spend the evening walking for a cure to the disease. “(Raising funds) is as easy has putting an empty water bottle at your desk and call it a ‘dime drop,’� fundraising chair Anita Carley explained. “A small water bottle can raise $98, which is $2 away from the minimum goal we hope you can raise for Relay for Life. We want to make sure we make our goal and everyone has a good time while doing it.�
The kick-off evening provided an opportunity for team captains and planning committee members to get together and start recruiting for this year’s Relay. “Team captains play a key role in the Relay for Life event. Your role will set the pace for the success of your team,� Van Wingerden said. Teams can register online at www. relayforlife.ca/smithsfalls, at the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark Canadian Cancer Society office in Perth, or speak to anyone on the Smiths Falls Relay for Life committee. “It’s never too soon to get started,� Van Wingerden reminded guests. Also up for grabs again this year is the Spirit Award, earned by the 5th Line Freedom Fighters last year. It is awarded to a team who demonstrates participation in onsite activities, decorates their campsite and is an overall ambassador for the Relay for Life. “It’s a way to recognize the great spirit that goes on during the event,� Van Wingerden stated. Next up in planning for the Relay is the team captain rally March 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Smiths Falls Health Services office and Van Wingerden welcomes anyone wishing to get involved to attend Relay for Life planning committee meetings on the third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. Contact the cancer society office in Perth for up to date information at 613-267-1058.
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A secure local food system could be a better insurance and retirement plan than traditional plans, which require the economic system to grow forever. In a cold climate, a home built without a heating system would be seen as incomplete. As transport fuels become expensive, a home built without a food system will be considered equally incomplete. Such domestic ecosystems can be built for individual homes, for towns and even cities. Local food security doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean cutting bananas and oranges out of our diets. It involves learning how to supply those nutritional needs locally so that, if such foods do become scarce, we can still thrive.
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Community â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Food is the foundation for our families and communities. Once fed, a person can work on whatever else it takes to secure a home and general well-being. Yet how much do we know about how food comes to us? How secure are our supplies? How nutritious is our food? Can everyone afford what they need? For some, abundance comes easily, less so for others. How might food security change if oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s job is lost, pension reduced or the price of fuel rises? Food Core LGL (Leeds, Grenville, Lanark) aims to establish a food charter for the region. What do you expect from our food system? Your ideas are welcome. The Food Core is collecting input until the end of this month with a questionnaire at: http://www. foodcorelgl.ca. There are also links on the site to existing food charters to get a sense of possibilities. There is a tradition in some societies whenever decisions are being made, to consider the interests of the next seven generations. For the modern world to do the same would mark our passage to maturity. As a modest start letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s consider the lifetime of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children. Nobody, who has looked at the supply statistics, expects abundant cheap energy to be available for another 70 years. Food grown thousand of miles away will be expensive, and long-distance transport has always challenged nutritional quality. A secure local food system could be a better
insurance and retirement plan than traditional plans, which require the economic system to grow forever. The Giving Harvest is a Perth-based initiative aiming to establish such insurance by engaging our community in the food system. One step will be to harvest and distribute fruit from untended trees. When planting season arrives, The Giving Harvest will make young trees available to expand the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s food forest. Much more can follow. To get involved contact Donna Silver at: donnasilver@mac.com.
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Snowy sight Community – A snowy owl was spotted on the roof of Lanark Lodge on Thursday, Feb. 6. It spent the afternoon on the roof entertaining the residents of Lanark Lodge along with the staff and visitors. The owl was seen again on the roof of Lanark Lodge Friday morning, Feb. 7. Photo courtesy of CHRISTINE GILLEVET
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Hydro one president clarifies billing system issue DEAR EDITOR: I am writing as a result of recent news coverage concerning Hydro One, and in particular, issues with our customer billing system and the impact it is having on some of our customers. First and foremost, I would like to apologize to our customers who are experiencing billing and customer service issues. As the leader of Hydro One, I am directly accountable for customer service and I promise you that I will focus our resources on not only fixing these problems but on changing our customer service culture. This past May, Hydro One transitioned to a new billing system. Our old system was outdated, not working well and it was determined that a change was needed. While the new system did correct some existing issues, the unanticipated result was that some customers experienced prolonged estimated bills, delayed bills, multiple bills or no bills at all. Customers calling the call centre have also experienced a lower level of service as agents have struggled with the new system. Escalated complaints are sometimes taking months to resolve. Clearly, this is not the level of service people deserve from Ontario’s electricity delivery company and it is not the level of service we aim to deliver. I have focused every available resource on resolving these is-
sues. A dedicated team is already working to fix the problems as quickly as possible. The last thing I want is for our customers to worry. They deserve bills that are clear, timely and accurate. So I want your readers – our customers – to know that they will only pay for the electricity they use. If they receive a catch-up bill because they have been billed on estimates or have not received a bill, we will work with them to arrange a reasonable payment plan. If we have made a mistake on a bill we will not charge interest and we will not apply services charges or fees. If we find that we have overbilled an account, we will notify our customers and offer them a refund cheque. We are improving training at our call centre to make sure our agents have the information they need to answer more of your questions on the first call. I also pledge to keep you informed on the company’s efforts to transform our customer service culture. We know our customers are counting on us and we owe it to them to make sure that we learn from this and that we do better. Carmine Marcello President and chief executive officer, Hydro One
COMMENTARY Message not getting through Opinion – All right folks, enough is enough. Two months into the winter of all winters and we still haven’t adjusted our driving to account for the conditions? It’s ridiculous. According to the Ontario Provincial Police, the statistics don’t lie. According to a report released earlier this month by the OPP, there have been “dozens” of collisions across the province. These preventable incidents have involved hundreds of vehicles – cars, trucks and tractor trailers. The 401 has had to be shut down on multiple occasions over the past couple of months as a result of multi-vehicle pileups. The most serious of these occurred recently near Napanee when, during near white-out conditions, close to 150 vehicles –including fifteen 18-wheelers – created a horrific scene in the westbound lanes. “We are frustrated that, one week after issuing an important warning, motorists are failing to change their driving behaviour and adjust their driving to the conditions,” Deputy Commissioner Brad Blair, Provincial Commander for Traffic Safety and Operational Support, noted in a Feb. 6 release. “Yesterday’s storm was forecasted by meteorologists and gave motorists ample time to prepare or make alternative plans where non-essential travel was involved, so there is no valid excuse for the mayhem and the resulting injuries we saw on our highways and roads again yesterday,” he noted. This goes beyond the campaigns to put a stop to drunk or distracted driving, this goes to the heart of our actual driving skills. Defensive skills. That unwritten law we learn at driving school that tells us to be cautious, take things slowly, no running of red lights, etc. Clearly this winter, too many of us aren’t doing that. Rather than taking into account the horrible highway conditions, we’re still pushing limits, driving way too fast and leaving too little space between our vehicle and the one in front of us. The OPP commander sounds exasperated, almost pleading with motorists to heed the dangers. Give yourself extra time, slow down, remain focused on what you’re doing behind the wheel, and make sure you arrive safe and sound.
House parties would always bring some special magic for Mary Lifestyle – When I asked my older and much wiser sister Audrey how people knew where the next Saturday night house party was being held, without their being asked, she said it was very simple. Central just got on the switchboard and called everyone in Northcote, and told them where it was, and she also told them not to forget to bring something for the lunch. Well, that all made perfect sense to me. That Saturday, it was being held at Aunt Bertha’s and Uncle Alec’s home, just across the twenty-acre field, so that meant the place would be fair jumping! With their large family, our five and goodness knows how many other kids from the Northcote area, it would be a rip roarin’ night. I asked Audrey, who I thought was the smartest girl in Renfrew County, if she thought it would be another night of magic. The magic I was talking about
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the field. But like ours, the beds were made up of soft downy feather ‘tickings’, puffy and inviting. Upstairs we could hear the laughter and the tables being slapped when someone yelled “Euchre!” It would be a late night. Much later than we younger ones were used to. And it didn’t take long for one after the other of us to crawl onto one of the downy beds – just to rest a bit as Joyce would say. There were so many of us that we had to lay cross ways on the beds, so that everyone had a place. Beatrice, who was a great storyteller, would start into one of her tales, and Cora might sing. And that’s when the magic would happen. I had no idea it was even talking place, and it would take some time for me to realize it had. But I would waken, and the sun would be pouring in the window. Just like magic, I would be back in my own bed, in the very room I shared with my sister ADVERTISING SALES: ADVERTISING SALES CO-ORDINATOR Andrea McMurtry 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
Audrey in our old log house across the twenty-acre field. How did it happen? How could I possibly fall asleep in an upstairs bedroom at Aunt Bertha’s, right between my two best friends, Joyce and Velma, and waken the next morning in my bed? I would go downstairs and look for my sister Audrey, and once again we would share my secret question. “How did it happen, Audrey? How did I fall asleep at the Thoms with the music playing downstairs, and then wake up in my own bed?” Audrey would say the same words she said every time I asked. “It’s just Renfrew County magic, Mary…just Renfrew County magic.” It would be many years before I would know that it was my father who would wrap me in a blanket after the Saturday night party came to an end, and carry me to the sleigh and tuck me into my own bed. Magic indeed! • 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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Arts – The Mississippi Mudds Youth Theatre group are putting the finishing touches on their latest masterpiece, Willy Wonka Jr., set to open this Friday, Feb. 21 at the Carleton Place Town Hall Auditorium. They held a dress rehearsal at the auditorium on Feb. 9. Above, Violet Beauregarde, one of the lucky ticket finders, played by Hadleigh Williamson, swells up and turns blue after eating Wonka’s forbidden new gum. Above right, Charlie Bucket, played by Hanna Pringle, sings the classic ‘(I’ve Got A) Golden Ticket.’ Below, the five lucky golden ticket finders and their plus-ones take a frightening ride with Willy Wonka, played by Lydia Charron, on his boat through the chocolate factory. Bottom, the Bucket family gathers in their modest house with Charlie Bucket, played by Hanna Pringle, right before he finds his golden ticket.
It’s amazing -- the magic of compounding You may have seen this: A magician places a single loonie on his palm, closes his hand, waves mysteriously above it and a seemingly unending stream of loonies cascades from his still closed hand into a top hat. It’s a trick known as the mysteriously multiplying coins – and it is a trick, of course. But you can achieve the same effect with your investment dollars -- and it’s not a trick, it’s the magic of compounding. When you make regular investments of even small amounts and leave them in a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), the income your investments generate is reinvested – or compounded – and over the longer term, those small investments will grow seemingly magically because as your savings grow, you earn interest on an everlarger pool of money. The key is to start investing as soon as possible – because the sooner you invest, the longer your money will have time to potentially grow, and you’ll have more wealth when you need it, usually in retirement. Here’s an example of the power of compounding (rates of return are for example purposes only): You invest $10,000 at 10%
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Get a green thumb: Gardening classes offered at Algonquin College Perth Campus Community â&#x20AC;&#x201C; If you want to spruce up your flowerbed this summer or youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a veteran gardener looking to soak in some new knowledge, the Algonquin College Perth Campus has lined up five educational and exciting gardening courses this winter to prepare you for a successful gardening season. Hosted and led by the expert Master Gardenersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; group, the one-night workshops are tailored to a variety of gardening levels.
This workshop takes place Feb. 20 and participants will look at plant propagation and show and discuss various methods, tips and tricks.
Seed starting and plant propagation Starting off the workshops, this workshop will show you how to collect and store seeds. This includes identifying sources and equipment required. Different types of seeds have different lighting and temperature requirements and participants will learn many different germination methods from easy to much more challenging. Learn to identify timing as to when to start, caring for seedlings, transplanting, transferring from indoors to outdoors.
Garden for eating Growing vegetables is the most rewarding form of gardening. Not only does your garden look good, you can eat it after. Learn tricks to increase your gardens productivity and to extend the growing season during this workshop happening March 6.
Growing great containers Containers are not just for pretty flowers at your front door anymore. Learn how to start containers right and how to grow both flowers and vegetables in small places. This workshop will take place Feb. 27.
Orchids and other houseplants Propagation of house plants and the growing of popular Moth Algonquin College Perth Campus will be holding five edOrchids ucational gardening courses this winter to prepare your The first part of the evening green thumbs for spring. The one-night workshops, hosted will look at how to propagate house plants vegetatively. The leaders will show participants how to propagate plants like African Violets, Rex Begonia, Spider clear how much of this oil will Grenville, and Ben Powless, Plants and Hibiscus using leaf be used in Canada and how formerly of Ecology Ottawa, cuttings stem cuttings and air laymuch will be exported. Should will present their thoughts, and ering. The other half is how to grow Canadians be accepting eco- a question period will follow. nomic, health and environmenIf you have particular ques- Moth Orchids. This is the poputal risks for a project that will tions you would like answered, lar orchid sold in grocery stores profit oil companies? you are invited to submit them that everyone has in their home. So, is this pipeline a good to REAL at info@REALaction. thing for Ontario? Is it better to ca in advance of evening. transport oil by rail or pipeline? Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Brief Could our local water supplies videos on pipelines, energy and be affected? People are won- the tar sands will be shown from dering if we are encouraging 6:30 to 7 p.m., when our emcee further tar sands development will introduce the speakers. Adand greenhouse gas emissions mission is free, but donations to by allowing this project to go cover costs are welcome. The ahead. Will we be facing natural evening is anticipated to wrap gas shortages as a result? And up about 8:30 p.m. More details are we making enough effort to on the evening will be available develop alternative energy sup- on REALâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website www.REAplies? Laction.ca. To help answer some of these REAL is a volunteer non-profquestions, the Rideau Environ- it organization, based in Smiths mental Action League (REAL) Falls and serving Lanark, Leeds is hosting a public informa- and Grenville, that encourages tion session on Wednesday, individuals and communities to March 12 at the Station Theatre, take environmental action. Smiths Falls. Andrea Harden Barb Hicks is a member of from the Council of Canadians, the Rideau Environmental AcIan Angus of Sustainable North tion League.
Why should we care about Energy East? News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ontario residents would be wise to find out how the Energy East pipeline is going to affect us. If we want any changes made, now is the time to make our suggestions, before the pipeline is approved. The Ontario Energy Board will be holding public consultations in March and April to assess Ontarioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s position, and will present their conclusions to the National Energy Board, who ultimately must give their approval for the pipeline to proceed. TransCanada wants to convert its existing natural gas pipeline, which passes through our backyard in North Grenville and under the Rideau River, to carry bitumen and other forms of crude oil. It is not clear if this pipeline, built in the 1970s, can handle the material. Leaks are inevitable, cleanups costly, and the potential for contaminating water supplies a major concern. On a national basis, it is not
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Tristan and Iseult: A timeless, passionate tragedy to be re-told March 1 in Perth Arts – Tristan and Iseult, is one of the western world’s most cherished love stories. The tale is best known as a medieval romance but like all the world’s greatest stories, it’s true beginnings are hidden far back in ancient times. Over hundreds of years, all kinds of people have told this story and written it down. It has inspired artists from Wagner, to James Joyce to William Morris. It has universal appeal and in modern times has even been made into a Bollywood film! It will be re-told by Stephanie Beneteau in an upcoming performance by 2 women productions at Perth’s Full Circle Theatre Saturday, March 1 at 7:30 p.m. This is a unique opportunity to experience this classic tale as it was originally created; a story, simply and oh so compellingly told, by a master teller. There is drama and intrigue in plenty. Friendship, erotic passion and murderous rage bind King Marc of Cornwall, Iseult the Fair of Ireland and Marc’s nephew Tristan together in the most tragic of love triangles. In company with dragons, maidens, dwarves, knights, kings and an array of other fantastical characters, listeners will experience passion, laughter, fear, heroism, betrayal. Together, teller and listener will voyage to the ancient sea girt land of Cornwall where the wind blows wild and the lovers teeter on the edge of a sharp and ever more dangerous sword. Photo courtesy of L. DAVID BABCOCK There is probably no one in Canada Storyteller Stephanie Beneteau will bring the classic love story of better suited to the telling of this grand tale than Stephanie Beneteau, one of our Tristan and Iseult to life Saturday, March 1 at the Full Circle Theatre in finest tellers. Her unique style is delicate Perth. This performance is being presented by 2 women productions.
and powerful at the same time, with a sensuality just right for an epic love story. The creating of this performance was in fact something of a love story itself. Alberto García Sánchez who directed the original production and was a partner in its creation says: “The relationship between storyteller and story is similar to that of people who fall in love. One day, the story seems to be pigheaded and angry with the storyteller, while another day, it is the storyteller’s turn to get mad at the story. But with the passage of time, the storyteller comes to know and love every moment of the story. Working with Stéphanie on Tristan and Iseult, I witnessed just such a love story.” Beneteau’s remarkable performance of Tristan and Iseult is part of 2 women
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Indifference compounds growing drug problem throughout country Lifestyle – When I first heard, a few short years ago, that people had been arrested in Carleton Place for selling heroin you could have knocked me over with a feather! Heroin, the dreaded “H”, is being sold to people in our small town? After 43 years writing for newspapers it takes a lot to surprise me. That revelation astonished me! I have been associated with the Crime Stoppers program locally since its inception 22 years ago. That fact, combined with my much longer newspaper experience, means I have developed many good police contacts. I spoke to an officer I trust and told him I was shocked to hear heroin is being sold in small communities in Lanark County. He gave me a wry smile and said he was surprised at my naiveté. “Hard drugs are being sold everywhere,” he explained. “If you have the money and want it, heroin is easily available. So is crack (a freebase form of cocaine that can be smoked) and anything else people want. Oxycontin (a powerful pain killer) and prescription pills of all sorts. It’s all out there.” I mentioned the still illegal use of marijuana which, at the time, seemed to me to be the drug of choice in our county and across eastern Ontario. My policeman friend laughed out loud. “Sure, pot is big business in Lanark County – has been for decades. But it is kids’ stuff compared to what is readily available everywhere these days.” The real bombshell was yet to come! “Do you realize 95 per cent of the crime in this town (Carleton Place) and every community in Canada is drug-related,” he asked. Yes, I received a major education that morning, three or four years ago. You name the crime and it’s an off-shoot of the growing drug situation. Break, enter and theft, robbery, pick pocketing, purse snatching, car theft or car-jacking – the list goes on. Desperate for money to feed their habits, drug users will stop at nothing to
secure the cash needed to score their next fix. Serious assaults and even murders are commonplace as drug dealers secure territory or settle scores. Everything bad you Reflections can think of relates to those who BY JEFF MAGUIRE deal (sell) illegal substances and, in turn, those who use them. people my wife and I have encountered anywhere during our Rich and poor extensive travels. Drug users cross the specBut beautiful Vermont has a trum. From the poor and vul- drug problem. Heroin use in the nerable, to the rich and famous. state has skyrocketed. The probPopular American actor Philip lem has become so pervasive that Seymour Hoffman appears to Vermont Governor Peter Shumbe one of the latest well-known lin focused much of his “State of and wealthy stars to fall victim the State” address in early Januto heroin abuse. Although toxi- ary on drug addiction in his jucology tests are still outstanding risdiction. at this writing, news reports say Shumlin said that since the he was found dead (in a rented year 2000, treatment for opiate apartment in New York City that abuse (heroin, morphine, codeine served as his office) with a sy- etc.) in Vermont has increased ringe still in his arm. Many bags 771 per cent. In the same time of what was later identified as frame there has been a 260% inheroin were seized by police in crease in people receiving heroin the apartment. treatment with the biggest jump Hoffman readily admitted to occurring during the previous 12 heavy drug and alcohol abuse months. Tragically deaths from when he was a young, struggling heroin and opiate overdoses in actor. He said he was “on the 2013 nearly doubled from the wagon” for 23 years before fall- number in 2012. ing off in a big way last year. The He noted that 80 per cent of actor, who won the 2006 Acad- inmates in the state are jailed on emy Award as best actor, for his drug charges. portrayal of author Truman CaNew England in general has pote, recently told a stranger he seen a huge surge in heroin use was “a drug addict.” Informed recently. In Rhode Island, the sources say he had been on a six- smallest state in the union, the week heroin and alcohol binge abuse of illegal substances, espebefore his premature death at age cially heroin, has spiked sharply. 46. Such a terrible waste of talThere is an epidemic of overent! doses south of the border. Since Yet the list of Hollywood ce- 1990 overdose deaths in the U.S. lebrities who have fallen victim have tripled, moving ahead of to substance abuse is far too fatalities in motor vehicle collilengthy to record in this space. sions. Ironically the aforementioned “In every corner of our state, Truman Capote died in 1984 at heroin and opiate drug addicage 59, partly from what the Los tion threatens us,” Shumlin told Angeles County Coroner called his audience at the Statehouse in “multiple drug intoxication.” Montpelier. As for our continent and the The governor did not mince world in general, drug and/or words in referring to the situasubstance abuse is growing at an tion in Vermont as “a full-blown alarming rate. heroin crisis.” One of my favourite destinaThe governor called for intions is the picturesque state of creased spending on drug treatVermont. The population of the ment. Despite the obvious need entire state is less than that of to enforce the law he explained Ottawa. Seemingly Vermont is that treating a drug addict for a a picturesque, tranquil corner of week costs less than one-tenth as the northeastern United States. It much as it does to incarcerate an also features some of the nicest individual for the same period.
Authorities in Canada’s major cities Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver and Ottawa are in an ongoing fight to control drug trafficking as well as dealing with the considerable fallout from substance abuse. The resulting burden on the health care system is alarming. In addition there’s a mounting problem with respect to abuse and/or theft of prescription medications. There has also been a rise in the number of young people who use their parents’ prescription drugs to get high.
Drugs and crime Meanwhile concern about drug-related crime is also a factor for local governments. I have a cousin who has lived in Calgary for more than 25 years. In recent times her car has been stolen not once, but three times. The common thread is that her vehicles (one was never found) were parked at the same light rail station. Based on their experience police believe the thieves are drug addicts who either use stolen vehicles while committing break-
ins elsewhere in Calgary or sell expensive cars to rings who easily find buyers. Another demonstration of the negative impact of drug selling and substance abuse on our society! My biggest concern is that so many people don’t take this important matter seriously. There are varying opinions on whether smoking marijuana leads some people to use more addictive substances. Based on what I have read and heard there See COLUMN page 21
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315 Elsie St. – Crestview Mobile Home Park $35,000 MLS: 896421
Sunday, Feb. 23, 1 pm-2 pm 33 Bayview Cres. $229,900 MLS: 891782
SOLD & SAVED 406 FLORA ST. Calling First Time Home Buyer or Retiree. Luminous West Facing, 2Bdrm, 1.5Bth, End Unit in Sought After Location. Elegant, Maintenance Free Laminate Flooring Throughout. Modern Open Concept Liv/Din Rm. Timeless White Kitchen w/Separate Dinette. Finished Lower Level FamRm. $274,900
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1 TODD COURT, RIDEAU LAKES TWSP WHAT IS THERE NOT TO LOVE ABOUT THIS ENCHANTING, UPSCALE CUSTOM BUNG? Subtle pizzaz, enhanced by an architect’s OPEN HOUSE careful attention SUNDAY FEBRUARY 23, 1–3 PM to functionality, creates a dynamite effect, found only in this calibre of home. You will be inspired by the stunning granite that acts as a rich, warm backdrop thruout this opulent open concept living space. Wow palladiun windows, amazing hrd, expansive, unspoiled LL. MLS: #875250 S OU GE OOD STI URH E PR HBO IG NE
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REAL ESTATE 399 GRADY RD EAST NEAR WESTPORT 7 bed bungalow with panoramic views of Black Creek, set on 191 acres, w/ horse stable & paddock. $558,700.
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stone farmhouse w/approx 90 acres. Horse barn, cattle barn, shed. 20x40ft in-ground pool Remodeled charming home. $775,000.
Older Log Home-- 4 bed65 acres with 2700 ft of Frontage on Ennis Rd. Approx. 2,300 ft on The Fall River. Possibility of severing 3 lots. $319,000.
70 BROCK ST SOUTH PERTH
345 TWO BROTHERS LANE PIKE LAKE
4 bed, 2 bath bungalow close to schools, churches & downtown shopping. Extra deep lot 202 ft. Updated windows, shingles & paved driveway. $234,900.
4 bed, 4 bath 8 yr. old custom built home w/panoramic view on 7.3 acres with 281 ft of shoreline. Plus 2,000 sq.ft. building. $1,370,000.
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SUNDAY FEBRUARY 23rd, 1:00-3:00 pm 239 Miguel Street Spotless side split within walking distance to everything. Fenced yard, gas stove, freshly painted, huge family room, updated bath, furnace/AC/+ more! $324,900ÊUÊmls# 898824 Robin Ferrill
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207 Gore Street Completely renovated 2 bdrm home in Almonte with finished basement and an indoor pool! On a quiet street with hardwood floors, 2 complete baths, many upgrades! $289,900ÊUÊmls# 896959 Jason Coleman
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85-G1 Findlay Avenue Very affordable two bedroom bungalow style condominium apartment with main level access. Includes appliances. Shows well. $169,900ÊUÊmls# 897801 John Coburn
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BALDERSON 3bd, 2 bth 2 storey home in Balderson, lots of space for family and/or poten al home business. Fenced yard. $220,000.
PERTH Immaculately maintained 3bd home much larger than it looks! Liv rm w/gas f/p open to dining & sun-rm. Gleaming oak flrs. Full basement w/ 3 pc bath & workshop! Huge gar, storage shed, & 200 deep lot! $224,900.
LANARK Charming 3 bd home with formal living-dining rm. 2 level covered verandas. H/W flrs, modern lrg kitchen w/appliances. 15 mins to Perth. $189,900.
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LOMBARDY 3 bed bungalow on beau ful lg lot, hot tub rm w/pa o doors to deck. Games rm w/bar. Close to golf courses. $239,900.
PERTH Quality built home on low traffic street. Side split home, 2 bdrm upper level, lower level family rm & bdrm. Upgraded kitchen plus a 3-season sun room. $269,900.
SILVER LAKE Let this solar business help pay your mortgage – 17 year OPA contract. Business, Home and Equestrian Paradise with views of Silver Lake. $499,900.
0 East Bay Rd – 125 x 520 W/F LOT - $249,900 01 East Bay Rd -128 x 1.66 Acres W/F LOT- $295,000 Watsons Corners – 9.98 acres $89,900 Kings Hwy 2 – 166FT x IRREG - $84,700 Ennis Rd – 40 Acres - $79,900 3 Windsor Cres Lombardy, 0.85 Acres - $59,900 Parsons Way, Lanark Highlands – 2.58 acres $39,900 Sheridan Rapids Rd - 2.74 Acres - $36,900 Black Lake Rd – 502 x IRR - $24,900 Hoy St, Cardinal 88 x IRREG -$24,900 Maberly StaƟon Rd – 236 x IRR - $24,900
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SATURDAY FEB 22ND, 2:30 – 4:00 PM 144 RIDEAU FERRY ROAD Great opportunity, fantas c loca on, 3/4 bd chalet style home, on private 10 acres. 40x60 heated/insul. workshop ideal for a business, sep. office/retail space. Plenty of parking. $234,900. Host: Rebecca Wissler 613-264-9481
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LANARK HIGHLANDS Incredible 3+2 bd home filled with character & charm. Includes barn w/box stalls, det. workshop. 47 acres w/ road frontage on 2 maintained roads. $389,900.
PERTH Nestled on the banks of the Tay River just a few km from Perth on gorgeous 107x470 lot, this adorable bungalow is move in ready! $214,900.
SATURDAY FEB 22ND, 1:00 – 2:30 PM 256 ORCHARD CRESCENT PERTH Custom built, 3+1 bed bungalow on lrg country lot, in-ground pool, hot tub. L/L rec room w/ 3 pc bath. $399,900. Host: Randy Cavanagh 613-464-1000
NEAR MCDONALD’S CRNS 2+1 bd bungalow on gorgeous landscaped lot, deeded access to Dalhousie Lk, private backyard, finished lower level. Det. Insul/heated gar/workshop. $209,900.
DALHOUSIE CON 1A 2+1 bed custom built 7 yr old country bungalow on 6 acres. Finished lower level, sunroom, deck. Dbl a ached garage plus detached gar/ workshop. $349,900.
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LANARK Prime loca on! Imagine the possibili es! Stunning renovated stone beauty (approx. 2300 sq ) + fully self-contained brick addi on (approx. 900 sq ) currently a rental unit. $349,900.
BASS LAKE Waterfront, 3 bedroom quality home. High ceilings, open plan concept, main floor laundry, wood stove & walk out basement. $539,000.
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REAL ESTATE 59 BECKWITH STREET NORTH Smiths Falls
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12 JUBILEE – $129,900
16 TREELAWN RD, PERTH - $291,000
859 MATHESON DR – $269,900
1535 O’NEILL ROAD – $285,000
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706 ST LAWRENCE STREET – $246,333
34 CAROL CRES – $179,900
1399 MATHESON DRIVE – $269,000
107 LORNE ST - $224,900
6818 ROGER STEVENS DR - $139,900
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7 LANARK ST – $130,000
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26 SUNSET DR – $339,900 ROB GARVIN*
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Jacalyn Feenstra Broker 613-283-2121
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Francine Rever Lisa Ritskes Sales Representative Sales Representative 613-285-6611 613-285-7274
Anna Kowalewski Andrea Geauvreau Sales Representative Sales Representative 613-875-7842 613-296-3309
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Wendy Hillier Broker 613-285-4476
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Smiths Falls
Evelyn Lee 613-205-0999
Otterdale Estates Smiths Falls
Garry Dalgleish 613-880-4434 Lisa Ritskes/Francine Rever
Perth Smiths Falls
Brian Cavanagh 613-812-0229 Evelyn Lee 613-205-0999
Smiths Falls Smiths Falls Rural Merrickville Rural Smiths Falls Rural
Barbara Reade 613-812-0542 Kim Mays 613-812-1444 Linda Hewson 613-812-8037 John Gray 613-868-6068
Carleton Place Carleton Place Smiths Falls Rideau Lakes Twp
Sam Kerr 613-229-7565 Robin Ferrill 613-253-3175 Mark Lee 613-812-1017 Barbara Couch 613-596-5353
Otterdale Estates
Garry Dalgleish 613-880-4434
Smiths Falls
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News – On Tuesday, Feb. 25, Cystic Fibrosis Canada’s Ottawa chapter will hold the 15th annual 65 Roses Gala, presented by the Ottawa Senators and Karma Creative Solutions, at the Ottawa Convention and Event Centre, to help raise funds to improve the lives of Canadians living with cystic fibrosis. Cystic fibrosis (CF) is the most common fatal genetic disease that affects Canadian children and young adults. There is no cure. Each week in Canada, two children are diagnosed and one person dies from this disease. Last year, half of those who died were 34-years-old or younger. “Too often, Canadians with cystic fibrosis are robbed of their most vital years,” said Stuart Hodge, volunteer president at Cystic Fibrosis Canada’s Ottawa chapter and a West Carleton resident and businessman. “Please join the fight for a cure by sponsoring or purchasing a ticket to what promises to be a fantastic night.” Hodge is also overseeing the Carp war memorial.
The CF gropu is pleased to be joined by two co-chairs: Zack Smith of the Ottawa Senators and Scott Reid, Lanark-Frontenac-Lennox and Addington MP. “The Ottawa Senators have been proud supporters of the 65 Roses Gala and the Ottawa chapters of Cystic Fibrosis Canada since 1996. In that time we’ve raised almost a million dollars through our 65 Roses Sports Club,” said Smith. “Join me and my teammates at the event this year and help us raise funds that support researchers in their mission of finding a cure or effective control for those who suffer with CF.” “I am proud to support the 65 Roses Gala and the Cystic Fibrosis Ottawa chapter in their mission to support those families living with CF and ultimately to find a cure!” said Reid. “I am looking forward to the gala and invite you to come out and join me for a fun evening of great food, fabulous music, unique fundraising activities and new friends.” To purchase tickets, sponsor or make a donation, please visit www.65rosesgala.ca.
COLUMN From page 14
is evidence to suggest that many people who smoke pot graduate to snorting cocaine, smoking crack or shooting heroin into their veins. Despite the negatives involved it appears support is growing for those who are lobbying for legalization of marijuana. The Harper government, to their credit, says they have no plans to legalize marijuana. But lurking in the wings is federal Liberal leader Justin Trudeau. He’s admitted to smoking pot after becoming a Member of Parliament. In turn Trudeau is advocating legalization of marijuana “to keep it out of the hands of children.” How, pray tell, does he think legalizing pot would keep it out of the hands of kids? Also, if he doesn’t want children using it then he must believe it is harmful? I think Trudeau’s attitude and his approach lacks common sense. People who aren’t bothered by the “recreational use” of banned substances also
need a wake-up call. They could receive it too and in the worst way possible. Any one of us could become a victim of the drugrelated crime that is rampant in this country and across the continent. It is happening in your community just as it is in mine. The only way to stem the tide is for governments, at the behest of the electorate, to give the authorities more power to deal with this mounting problem. Obviously treating drug addiction effectively is an important goal. Addiction is an illness in and of itself. When it comes to those who profit from selling illegal substances I believe the current judicial system plays into the hands of criminals. Our courts do not deal with those who are selling drugs harshly enough. The quick turnaround time for those convicted of trafficking drugs is adding fuel to a growing fire. 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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2014 Jeep Cherokee offers drivers plenty of safety and comfort navigation system touch screen. I had a chance to try out the various 4WD modes on some snow and ice covered secondary roads and found the Cherokee sure-footed and comfortable no matter what the surface. The EPA rates my Cherokee at 12.4 L/100 km city and 8.7 L/100 km highway (22.8 mpg/32.4 mpg imp.) which means its 60.0 L fuel tank should deliver a mixed range of over 500 km and cost around $70 to fill up at $1.25/L. With four models to choose from (Sport, North, Limited, Trailhawk), two world-class engines, and three 4WD systems, it’s likely anyone looking for a mid-sized SUV will find exactly the right combination in a 2014 Cherokee. With more than 70 available safety features, and a road holding and taming suspension system, everyone onboard can relax and enjoy the scenery.
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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 Jeep Cherokee North I enjoyed for this review came from Fiat Chrysler Auto. When the Jeep division was mandated to revive the Cherokee nameplate on a global mid-sized platform they knew there would be a lot of eyes on the project every step of the way and a lot of minds that would need convincing that the end result had earned the legendary Jeep name. After a delayed launch last year, the all-new Cherokee mid-sized SUV has hit dealer lots, giving shoppers a chance to try out some very capable four-wheel drive systems on our wintery roads. The Cherokee starts at a very competitive $23,945 for the 2WD entry version and takes the trails up to $43,295 for a fully loaded 4X4 Limited edition. My North 4X4 model tester came in at $35,005 (all prices before destination fees, dealer prep, taxes, or purchase/ lease incentives). Engine choices are the 2.4 L Tigershark four-cylinder or the first-time offered 3.2 L V6 Pentastar variant. My tester had the 3.2 L and its 271 hp and 239 lb/ft of torque are mated to an all-new class exclusive nine-speed automatic transmission. Everything you’d expect in a mid$30K SUV is there and a few things you might not. Included remote start, projection-style fog-lamps, heated seats and steering wheel, cell-phone connectivity, and a five-mode control for the 4WD system would definitely cost extra in most of the also-rans in this arena. First impressions are that this is a
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TAKE NOTICE that the final Annual General Meeting of the Members of the former Lanark Mutual Insurance Company will be held at the company office at 96 South Street / Scotch Line Road, Perth Ontario, on the 8th day of March, 2014 at the hour of 1:30 p.m. for the purposes of receiving and approving the annual financial statements and auditor’s report for the year ending December 31, 2013.
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New Brunswick man’s 1933 Essex coupe might have been a ’32! Lifestyle – Paul LeBlanc of Moncton, NB, writes: “Hello Bill, I had a high school friend in the early 1950s named Paul Comeau who owned a 1936 Plymouth. He and I had driven to Saint John from Moncton one weekend. On the way back, the engine started to malfunction. We pulled into the driveway of a cemetery just off the highway, where he took off the head and oil pan, removed a malfunctioning piston, put the head and oil pan back on, and we kept going. “As it was burning quite a bit of oil, we would stop at a garage about every ten miles and fill up with used oil, no charge. We got home OK and my friend did a motor job in his back yard that fall.
“Another friend named Lee Powell owned a 1933 Essex coupe with rumble seat. Four of us would head in that car to PEI for the Annual Festival. I recall the windshield could be cranked open and I think there was a gravity gas container attached to the firewall. The car attracted a lot of attention, especially while waiting for the next ferry crossing.” The photo with this story was donated by Tony Bondi, a vintage car enthusiast north of Toronto who owns this 1932
Essex Terraplane coupe with black body and maroon fenders in excellent original condition. I was unable to find a photo of a 1933 Essex, an extremely rare model because by 1933, the Terraplane name was taking over and the Essex name was being phased out. It’s possible that Lee’s Essex was actually a ’32. Some unscrupulous used car dealers occasionally “updated” a car to get a better price. I recall one man who traded in his 1949 Austin on a used car
Report on student transfers shows UCDSB offers caring environment, needs better communication News – A report on student transfers from other school boards shows that the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) experiences a net gain of students and does a great job of offering a safe, caring, and inclusive environment for newcomers to our system. However, the report also stresses the board must improve communication with coterminous boards so that all boards can cooperatively meet the learning needs of transferring students accurately and precisely to ensure their long-term success. “We celebrate how great our schools are and it’s to be expected that students will want to transfer into our system from other boards,” said director David Thomas. “However, we must work with other boards to ensure that these transfers – wherever the students are going - are made as seamless as possible to ensure the success of these students and that requires better communication and cooperation with our coterminous boards.” The report, known as The E47 Safe Belonging and Learning Charter Final Report, was presented at the board of trustees meeting Feb. 12. The charter was launched in September 2012 under the board’s strategic planning
process. It was created to gauge the impact student transfers have on our system. The report was produced through a comprehensive process involving reviews of student databases, interviews with elementary and secondary principals, and an analysis of Ontario Student Record tracking. “Despite some of the challenges that can arise in meeting the needs of students transferring into our system, our schools remain focused on building inclusive cultures where all students are valued and supported,” said Phil Dawes, planning and research officer for the Upper Canada District School Board. “We are all about service excellence with an “open door” approach that welcomes and meets the needs of all. This is worth celebrating.” The report found that: • Overall there was a net gain of 402 students transferring into UCDSB schools from coterminous boards between July 2012 and April 2013. High school transfers accounted for 331 of those transfers. Intermediate schools (Grades 7 and 8) showed a net gain of 139 students, while elementary schools saw a decrease of 68 students. • The number of transfers
from other boards varies from school to school. • All but one of 22 high schools had a net increase of students transferring over from co-terminous boards. Brockville Collegiate Institute, Cornwall Collegiate and Vocational School, Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute, Thousand Islands Secondary School, and Vankleek Hill Collegiate Institute all had a net increase of more than 20 students transferring in from other boards. The T. R. Leger School of Adult, Alternative and Continuing Education had a net increase of 60 students. • The review found the board offers a “compelling alternative” for students unable to meet their needs in other boards. The report recommends that the board re-examine how we resource our schools to support student transfers. It also suggests the board monitor the impact of student transfers on programing at the T. R. Leger School of Adult, Alternative and Continuing Education. Trustees passed a resolution directing Thomas and his staff to provide an initial plan on how to implement the report’s recommendations by May 30. Submitted by the Upper Canada District School Board.
Province to provide new math tools, resources News – Ontario is taking steps to help students improve and build their math skills by giving teachers and students more tools and resources. The province will help students and educators refine their math skills by: • Creating more opportunities for teachers to gain additional qualifications in mathematics through new professional learning workshops and summer learning programs, and partnering with school boards to increase the number of teachers with math-
ematics qualifications. • Continuing to promote balanced learning that focuses on critical thinking and problem solving, and practice in basic math operations. • Exploring how technology may be used to improve teacher instruction and student understanding of mathematics. • Working with the Ontario College of Teachers and faculties of education to improve mathematics training in the province’s new teacher education program. • Helping parents and guard-
ians find resources that help them support their child’s mathematics learning, such as TVO’s Homework Help, which provides free online math tutoring for students. “Ontario has a lot to be proud of in terms of student achievement, thanks in large part to our great educators and staff. However, we know we have more work to do in the area of mathematics. The new supports will help students build and apply their math skills,” said Liz Sandals, Minister of Education.
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Tony Bondi of Aurora, Ontario, donated this photo of his 1932 Essex coupe for this story. lot in Windsor, Ontario, in the late ‘50s. Before he left the lot, the lot man had already written “1950 Austin” on the windshield. The man who traded it in reminded him it was a ’49. The lot man, without skipping a beat, explained that he could get more money for the car if it was one year newer. Buyers beware! The 1933 (or ’32) Essex owned by Lee Powell was
probably built in Tilbury, a small town in southwestern Ontario. The Hudson Motor Car Company of Detroit set up a branch plant in that town in February 1932 to gain easier access to the Canadian and overseas Commonwealth markets. Among the eight body styles built in Tilbury, two versions of the coupe were offered, one at $1020 and a fan-
cier version at $1,090. 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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Former Smiths Falls author takes readers back to history of original settlers in region By BRIAN TURNER
Lifestyle – I am Algonquin by Rick Revelle 280 pages, paperback $12.99, Dundurn Publishing
Adventure and conflict, nurturing and compassion, and logical character development keep things interesting on so many levels. Younger readers will appreciate the legends of native warriors that trained and fought with wild glossary at the end of the book a mini- cats and wolves by their sides. The mal affair. descriptive chapter on the use of the There is something for almost every sport of lacrosse as a means to settle age group and interest in this novel. territorial differences without blood-
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used. Subsequent uses of these words Former Smiths Falls resident and and names come without translation member of Canada’s First Nations, but the author used clarifying context Rick Revelle recently had a new in most cases that made flipping to the book published which takes readers on a unique voyage of education and understanding and enlightenment regarding the history and day to day life of original peoples of our region. The novel follows the story of a young Algonquin adult, Mahingan and his family and tribe in the early 14th century before the arrival of Europeans. It explores a well-developed society that was based on an utmost respect for the environment and careful planning to ensure their food resources (mostly fish and game) were not depleted by over hunting. Rick takes the time to explain daily routines and practices as well as leadership hierarchy and social traditions. The story moves along quickly and the plot is powered by a number of conflicts with other tribes, dangers from weather and wildlife, and the life changing force of forest fires. We are introduced to the language of the Algonquin on almost every page with a translation of each term when it’s first
shed (or at least without death) will draw natural comparisons to today’s professional sports. Without lecturing or preaching, the author makes an impact on his readers and brings a new understanding and appreciation to the depth and complexity of first nation’s peoples. A great read for any occasion for readers of any age.
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Loopholes in Ottawaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s policy put rural wireless service at risk By MIRKO BIBIC
Business â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Canadians in small towns and rural communities deserve access to the best wireless networks and new smartphones at competitive prices. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wireless industry invests billions of dollars every year and employs thousands of Canadians to build and enhance our wireless networks. Today, 99 per cent of Canadians in cities, towns and rural locations alike have access to world-class mobile services and devices at the same prices as those available to
customers in major cities. But rural rollouts of the latest and greatest in wireless â&#x20AC;&#x201C;LTE or â&#x20AC;&#x153;Long Term Evolutionâ&#x20AC;? networks - are now at risk. The federal government has inadvertently left loopholes in new wireless regulations that pave the way for giant US corporations to purchase more of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s airwaves than Canadian wireless companies can. These loopholes enable major US players to benefit from regulatory advantages actually intended for small, competitive wireless startups.
Bell welcomes competition with anyone but there must be a level playing field. Big advantages for huge US entrants will cost all Canadians â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and many expect the worst impact will be felt by Canadians who live and work in rural communities. Bad news for rural Canada Canadians increasingly use smartphones and advanced data networks for business and educational applications, social networking, and entertainment options such as mobile TV and gaming. This fast-growing mobile data
Ten valuable tips for a safe lunch box Lifestyle â&#x20AC;&#x201C; There are many ways to ensure you and your children are eating healthy and safe lunches. Follow these ten easy tips: â&#x20AC;˘ Make sure your refrigerator and freezer are at the correct temperature for food safety. Fridge: 4°Celsius (40°Farenheit); freezer: -18°Celsius (0°Farenheit). â&#x20AC;˘ Always start with clean hands. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to pick up dirt and germs as we move through the day so be sure to wash hands thoroughly with soap and warm water before handling any food. â&#x20AC;˘ Clean your work surfaces before preparing food and make
sure your utensils are clean too. â&#x20AC;˘ Separate your food groups during preparation. Use one cutting board for fruit and vegetables and another for meat. â&#x20AC;˘ Fresh fruit and vegetables are a great addition to the lunch bag â&#x20AC;&#x201C; just remember to wash all produce thoroughly before packing. â&#x20AC;˘ Separate your food groups in the lunchbox. Wrap sandwiches apart from raw vegetables using plastic wrap, re-sealable bags or airtight containers. â&#x20AC;˘ Make sure foods stay at the appropriate temperature by using an ice pack for cold items
and a thermos for hot foods. An insulated lunch bag will also help keep foods hot and cold. â&#x20AC;˘ Never save uneaten lunch items for the next day. Throw them out! â&#x20AC;˘ Pack bacterial wipes in your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lunchbox so they can wipe their hands before and after eating. â&#x20AC;˘ Wipe the lunchbox clean every day after school to get rid of any leftover food particles and germs. For more information on how to keep your food and family safe, visit Ontario.ca/safefoodfacts.
usage means that more and more spectrum is needed to satisfy demand. And certain airwaves â&#x20AC;&#x201C; like the 700 MHz spectrum about to be auctioned by the federal government â&#x20AC;&#x201C; are best suited to carrying data over greater distances. These airwaves are a public resource, and are ideal for delivering advanced wireless services to rural and remote locations across Canada. The bad news for rural Canadians is that spectrum purchased by US corporations will not be used in rural areas. And because those corporations can bid for more of these newly available airwaves than Canadian companies can, providers like Bell will be limited in how extensively we can roll out new rural coverage. Industry experts predict that a large company based in the US will avoid building networks in Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rural areas altogether and focus only on serving the largest cities.
Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just that these big companies are unlikely to deliver more choice or reduced prices to rural Canadians. Their ability to acquire more of our countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prime airwaves than Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own companies means that the spectrum ideal for rural rollouts will be used up serving mostly urban areas. Investment in rural Canada will decline. Canadian jobs will be lost. Government must take action We believe that large US based companies do not need favours from the Canadian government in order to compete with us. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not too late for Ottawa to take action to support a fair and open marketplace, and ensure the ongoing rollout of advanced mobile services to rural Canadians. Bell has brought LTE network technology to 75 per cent of Canadians. With additional spectrum from the governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s upcoming auction and a level playing field, further network
rollouts in smaller communities will be possible. Without changes to the loopholes, however, further rollouts are clearly at risk. The solution is straightforward. We ask that Canadian wireless companies be allowed the same opportunity to acquire Canadian spectrum as US companies. And if US based companies enter Canada, they should be required to use their resources to build their own national network covering both urban and rural locations, just as Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wireless leaders have done. These steps will help ensure a strong Canadian wireless industry that continues to deliver world-leading mobile services at competitive prices in all markets â&#x20AC;&#x201C; including Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s small towns and rural communities. For more information, please visit Bell.ca/PlayFair. Mirko Bibic is executive vicepresident and chief legal & regulatory officer for Bell Canada.
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Jennifer Irwin recognized by Ontario Heritage Trust By TARA GESNER tgesner@perfprint.ca
News – In recognition of her efforts to “identify, preserve, protect and promote the province’s rich heritage,” Carleton Place & Beckwith Heritage Museum collections manager Jennifer Irwin received a prestigious award from the Ontario Heritage Trust (OHT) last week. Carleton Place Mayor Wendy LeBlanc presented a certificate of achievement and pin to Irwin during the town’s council meeting on Feb. 11. “I was quite surprised and honoured when I heard I was receiving this award,” Irwin said. “It’s nice to be recognized for the work you do!” She loves her job at the museum and feels very strongly about promoting heritage issues in Carleton Place. Irwin has been involved with the Carleton Place & Beckwith Heritage Museum, formerly the Victoria School Museum, since 2010. She graduated in 1989 from Algonquin College with a diploma in museum technology. “In Jennifer’s role as a volunteer in 2010 and 2011 she brought to the museum a wide range of skills and experience that was invaluable to the small core of volunteers who had run the museum and its programs,” LeBlanc said. Irwin made suggestions such as how to handle artifacts in a professional manner and how to make effective use of the museum’s database in a tactful manner. “Her skills did not go unnoticed,” LeBlanc said, “and in 2011 Jennifer was hired to
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Mayor Wendy LeBlanc (second from right) presents Carleton Place & Beckwith Heritage Museum collections manager Jennifer Irwin with an Ontario Heritage Trust recognition certificate and achievement pin as part of the 2013 Heritage Community Recognition Program. Looking on
last Tuesday, Feb. 11, from left: Carleton Place Municipal Heritage Committee chair Bernie De Francesco, Carleton Place & Beckwith Historical Society president Shane Edwards and Roy Brown Society president Coun. Rob Probert.
oversee all aspects of operation of the museum including administration, collections, exhibitions and programming.” The position was funded by way of an “anonymous and generous” donation to the Carleton Place & Beckwith Historical Society. “In short order, Jennifer took the management of over 10,000 artifacts to a professional level,” LeBlanc said. She recommended the pur-
the history of the area.” Her displays have been placed at a number of local locations and festivals. LeBlanc praised Irwin for working with volunteers to establish a speaker series, in addition to her creation of a Facebook page that has drawn a very large number of followers – more than 500. Irwin is also a member of the Carleton Place Municipal Heritage Committee.
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chase of a new database and then oversaw the transfer of data from the old to new directory. What’s more, thousands of artifacts not on the system were identified and inputted. “At the same time she worked with volunteers and students to revamp the artifact storage room,” LeBlanc said, “and she recognized the need for the museum to reach out to the community, exposing thousands of people of all ages to
“With her professional guidance and knowledge the committee has undertaken projects that add to the list of homes of interest in the community,” LeBlanc said. “She has encouraged members of the public to come forth with heritage photos of homes and buildings in the community, and has created attractive displays that not only garner considerable public interest but encourage others to share
their photographs as well,” the mayor added. The (Arthur) Roy Brown Society celebrates the life of the First World War flying ace from Carleton Place who is officially credited with shooting down German pilot Baron Manfred von Richthofen (the Red Baron) on April 21, 1918, in the skies over war-torn France. “Jennifer advised the society on the set up of their new museum,” LeBlanc noted. The Captain A. Roy Brown Museum is located at the historic Moore House, downtown on Bridge Street. Irwin put together a number of information panels for the museum. She established a close relationship with members of the Brown family, resulting in the sharing of artifacts and photographs, as well. “The public’s interest about the history and heritage of the Town of Carleton Place and Beckwith Township is at an all-time high,” LeBlanc said. “Congratulations, Jennifer!” “It is important to have someone like Jennifer,” Carleton Place & Beckwith Historical Society president Shane Edwards said. “She brings such a level of professionalism.” With its 10,000-plus artifacts, he noted the Carleton Place & Beckwith Heritage Museum probably boasts “the largest collection of all Lanark County museums.” A group of several people was in council chambers to help celebrate Irwin’s award. “Thank you to whoever nominated me,” the recipient said, “and thank you to all the people who have supported and encouraged me.”
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residents are against, Miller said. He says that locals would be fine with a development going forward under the R1 zoning. Instead, they are opposed to a development under the proposed R3-AA zoning, which would make for a much higher density site of 14 townhouses. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That is not what this neighbourhood is all about,â&#x20AC;? Miller said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to see that many houses squeezed into that area.â&#x20AC;? Miller and his partner in organizing the opposition, Paul Cliffen, another long-time resident of the neighbourhood in question, said they have a laundry list of concerns about a development of that kind being built nearby. Not only are they concerned about the aesthetics of the townhouses clashing with the existing homes, but they are also questioning the increased level of traffic and noise as well as the surrounding property values to name a few. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to see our nice,
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quiet neighbourhood become something other than that,â&#x20AC;? said Cliffen, who has been living at his home on Harold Street since 2002. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We like living here because it feels like a real small town neighbourhood and we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to then feel like weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve suddenly moved into the city.â&#x20AC;? It was Miller who began the petition to oppose the zoning bylaw amendment, going door to door in the evenings after work, asking his fellow residents whether or not theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to see 14 townhouses built on what is now zoned to be just eight single-family homes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was shocking to me, how many people wanted to sign it,â&#x20AC;? Miller said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had expected to get a few signatures here and there but what I found was that almost everyone in the neighbourhood was against (the amendment.)â&#x20AC;? Soon, after 90 signatures, Miller knew he had a big enough support base to take the issue to the town.
council members and Minto representative Jack Stirling, who was also present. After the public had had a chance to speak, the council began their discussion of the recommendation that council approve the zoning bylaw amendment, brought forward by Stirling. While Committee of the Whole understood that the town planner was in support of the amendment, most of the members agreed that the public had some valid concerns. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The requests from the community are reasonable,â&#x20AC;? said Coun. Shaun McLaughlin, explaining that the public was not opposed to a development, just to the higher density option. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think we should listen to what they are saying.â&#x20AC;? Coun. Alex Gillis spoke of examples in the past where residents had met with the builders of these developments to work through their concerns together and come to a compromise. He suggested that the decision on the zoning byOutcome law amendment be deferred until such a Miller and a few other residents meeting took place between Minto and voiced their opposition at the meeting the residents of the neighbourhood in on Feb. 4, asking questions of both the question.
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the personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name so I could have a private chat with them at an appropriate time,â&#x20AC;? he said. Councillors Gary Strike and Doug Black also indicated they had nothing to do with the incident. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There you go, nobody did it,â&#x20AC;? Coun. Jerry Flynn said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and we get our hand slapped by an economic development officer.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;So thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great,â&#x20AC;? exclaimed Flynn. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Smarten up, council!â&#x20AC;? Outreach program Ralph mentioned the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s establish and ongoing Business Outreach program. Usually lasting 30 minutes to one hour, the economic development coordinator visits local businesses, gathering information
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Band to host fundraiser Feb. 27 Community â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Carleton Place High School (CPHS) band and the Carleton Place Community Band are partnering to present a fundraising spaghetti dinner on Thursday, Feb. 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. at CPHS. The event is being held to raise funds for the high school
band to travel to Toronto in May and help defray costs for the Carleton Place Community Band. The dinner includes spaghetti, salad, roll, dessert and refreshments and the evening will also feature door prizes, live musical entertainment and a
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two parties. At the time of press, this meeting had yet to be scheduled. See an upcoming issue of the Canadian Gazette for updates.
about their places of employment and the overall business environment in Carleton Place. Ralph said this information is then used to direct economic development programs and more. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you hear rumours, let Jasmin know,â&#x20AC;? Probert said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;so she can approach business owners in an appropriate and professional way.â&#x20AC;? Community development committee members carried a motion that any rumours regarding business closures in Carleton Place should be forwarded to the economic development coordinator for appropriate followup. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Not all rumours of closures are true, as evidenced by the recent incident, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;it can be damaging and insulting to spread rumours regarding businesses that continue to operate in the community,â&#x20AC;? Ralph said.
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Antonakos explains reasons behind hospital board resignation Councillor advocates fixing up current hospital over new build tgesner@perfprint.ca
News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Carleton Place Coun. Rob Probert was appointed to the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (CPDMH) board of trustees during the Jan. 14 meeting of town council, taking the reins from Coun. Louis Antonakos. No explanation was offered at the time regarding the change; however, mayor Wendy LeBlanc later told the Canadian Gazette Antonakos resigned. A board of trustees governs CPDMH, comprised of 12 elected members, three corporate ex-officio members and four municipal ex-officio members. Antonakos served as councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s representative for the past seven years. He tendered his resignation letter at the end of December (2013). â&#x20AC;&#x153;The hospital board does not speak for a board member when they resign,â&#x20AC;? CPDMH chief executive officer (CEO) Toni Surko stated in an email to the newspaper on Jan. 15. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We respect councillor Antonakosâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; decision and thank him for his valuable contribution.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We appreciate the support of the council of Carleton Place and look forward to working with Robert Probert,â&#x20AC;? she added. Rationale After receiving many comments from the public regarding his resignation, Antonakos recently stepped
forward to offer his reasons behind the decision. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now that the mayor and hospital CEO have publicly commented on my resignation from the hospital board in the Jan. 23 Canadian Gazette, and after many comments from the public since, I believe it is important for the community to know the rationale behind my decision,â&#x20AC;? Antonakos said. While on the CPDMH board, it was one of Antonakosâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; duties â&#x20AC;&#x153;to represent the residents of Carleton Place and any hospital concerns they may have in regards to the health and safety of our community.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Over the last year, many residents have shared with me their growing concerns regarding the hospital redevelopment project and the aging condition of our 60-year-old hospital verses other area hospitals which have all been upgraded,â&#x20AC;? he continued. As the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s representative, the councillor brought forward â&#x20AC;&#x153;several key community concernsâ&#x20AC;? to the attention of Surko as well as the hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s board chair, LoisAnne Brebner. They included: â&#x20AC;&#x153;A letter from the Minister of Health and LongTerm Care (MOH) to a resident of the community stating the Carleton Place hospital redevelopment is not included in the provinceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long range infrastructure plans,â&#x20AC;? he said, as well as â&#x20AC;&#x153;the lack of community engagement prior to making significant changes to the
existing redevelopment plan.â&#x20AC;? Other issues were: Recent closed-door redevelopment meetings that were previously open to the public; the lack of appropriate preparation time and decision making materials for board members in regards to major hospital redevelopment decisions; the current direction of the hospital redevelopment project â&#x20AC;&#x153;which appears to be going in the opposite direction of the province,â&#x20AC;? Antonakos commented; as well as the conduct and actions of the executive of the board becoming a detriment to the existing hospital and community hospital fundraising. Frustration â&#x20AC;&#x153;The hospital CEO and board chair did not clearly address any of these six major concerns, and without clarity, I could not appropriately respond back to the community, which in turn initiated my decision to resign from the hospital board,â&#x20AC;? Antonakos said. In a telephone interview with the Canadian Gazette on Friday, Feb. 14, Surko said Antonakos was invited to the discussion table twice before he resigned. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He had two opportunities to meet, but he refused,â&#x20AC;? she said. In regards to community engagement, the CEO explained the hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s redevelopment strategy was built for it. Noted above, the CPDMH board of trustees is comprised of municipal ex-officio members. For
example: Probert (Carleton Place), Brian Dowdall (Beckwith) and Rae Dulmage (Mississippi Mills). They represent the people living in the region, and they are informed and involved in the planning and decision-making process for health related services and policies that touch the lives of the thousands of people who use CPDMH. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They have an important voice,â&#x20AC;? Surko said. LeBlanc is a member of the hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s redevelopment committee, a sub committee of the board of trustees. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Redevelopment committee meetings have always been closed to the public,â&#x20AC;? Surko said. CPDMH board meetings are open to the public, although some portions dealing with confidential matters are conducted in camera (private). Again, Surko thanked Antonakos for his years of service on the CPDMH board. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He made a sacrifice,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We appreciate it.â&#x20AC;? Despite no longer being on the board, Antonakos is still focused on â&#x20AC;&#x153;bringing the best hospital solution forward for the community of Carleton Place.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have recently been in contact with the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care and MPs (Member of Provincial Parliament) representing other communities which have had to lower their hospital redevelopment expectations due to the economic downturn in the
economy, the growing provincial deficit, and the major health care reform and transformation which is moving patient care closer to home and away from hospital settings,â&#x20AC;? Antonakos said. Project The CPDMHâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health Village Integration project was submitted in 2013 to the provincial treasury board for approval to proceed to the next stage of the capital planning process. To be located on land near the east end of Lake Avenue,
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Flag Day celebration helps support local food bank Community â&#x20AC;&#x201C; This past weekend Flag Day, Heritage Day and Family Day was celebrated at Walmart in Carleton Place. The directors of the Lanark County Food Bank teamed up with mayor Wendy LeBlanc and members of council to raise needed donations for the food bank that is dealing with a much higher than usual client volume due to the ever increasing costs of heating, hydro and food. The escalation of these basic necessities is especially difficult for those people on fixed incomes. People came in and signed what started out to be a six-foot white flag with the red outline of the maple leaf and two bars, turning the white flag into a Canadian signature flag. Close to 2,000 people signed. Coun. Gary Strike, who organized the event, would like to truly thank the volunteers from the food bank, Brian McGruther for printing the brochures, members that spent several hours staffing the table, Paul Chamberlain, who helped to coordinate the event, Marylou Chamberlain, Greg McNulty, Steven Hammond, David Hinks, Karen Lomas, Nadine Kennedy, mayor Wendy LeBlanc and Coun. Rob Probert. The flag will hang on the wall in the food bank. Please give where you live.
A Flag Day, Heritage Day and Family Day celebration at Walmart in Carleton Place on Feb. 15 raised funds for the Lanark County Food Bank. Above, from left: Paul Chamberlain, Carleton Place Coun. Gary Strike, mayor Wendy LeBlanc, Karen Lomas and Poppy Lomas-Robillard show off a flag upon which nearly 2,000 signatures were collected. Left, the six-foot white flag will hang on the wall at the food bankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s location on Allan Street. Submitted photos
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2014 SUMMER STUDENT EMPLOYMENT Summer student positions are available with the Town of Mississippi Mills for the 2014 summer season. Deadline for applications is 12 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock noon on Tuesday, March 4, 2014. For more information visit www.mississippimills.ca/en/townhall/employment.
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*** EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY *** ONE-YEAR CONTRACT BUILDING INSPECTOR $54,470.13 - $66,957.70 For a detailed job descrip on, check out our web site at mississippimills.ca or call Diane Smithson, CAO at (613) 256-2064 ext 225. Interested candidates are invited to submit in confidence, a resume outlining their qualificaons to the undersigned no later than 12 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock noon on Tuesday, February 25, 2014. We would like to thank all who apply, but only those appli-
Come on out and take part in The Town of Mississippi Mills Youth Night program!! Please find the list of activities over the next few weeks. For more information on the program please feel free to contact Calvin Murphy Recreation Coordinator at 613-256-1077 Ext: 24. Friday Feb 21st -Sports and games night at the Almonte High School from 7:30 p.m â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9:00 p.m Friday Feb 28th â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Snow shoeing at The Mill of Kintail. Our transportation will leave the Almonte Community Centre at 7:15 p.m and will return at 9:45 p.m. There will be no cost for this outing. Space is limited and anyone interested should call the number above. Friday March 7th â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Our Youth Nights group will be heading to St.Laurant for an evening of Laser Quest!! Our transportation will leave the Almonte Community Centre at 5:45 p.m and will return at approximately 8:45 p.m. The cost for transportation and 2 games of Laser Quest is $20.00/person. Please contact Calvin Murphy Recreation Coordinator to reserve your spot today!! Friday March 14th- The Youth Nights program will be cancelled on this particular evening. Friday March 21st â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sports and games night at
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF MISSISSIPPI MILLS GRASS CUTTING AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE TENDER NO: 14-02 Tender documents are available at the address below. A 10% bid deposit will be required. Sealed proposals will be received un l 12 noon local me on the 2nd of April, 2014. Tenders will be opened at 12:05 p.m, April 2nd, 2014 in the Council Chambers at the address below. For informa on, please contact Calvin Murphy, Recrea on Coordinator at (613) 256-1077 Ext: 24. Please submit the tender in a sealed envelope marked â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grass Cu ng and Grounds Maintenance Tenderâ&#x20AC;? to: The Corpora on of the Town of Mississippi Mills P.O. Box 400 3131 Old Perth Road Almonte ON K0A 1A0 A en on: Mrs. Diane Smithson, C.A.O. Telephone: (613) 256-2064 Ext. 225
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Almonte business to be featured at Chapters Indigo locations across country By KELLY KENT kkent@perfprint.ca
Business – Sometimes, all you have to do is ask. That’s what Almonte entrepreneur Dan Fallak recently discovered when he approached a major Canadian company and simply asked them if they’d be interested in selling his product. Now, people across Canada will be able to buy VersaTile coasters at every Chapters Indigo location in the country this Father’s Day – a major accomplishment for any small company. “I think this is a great opportunity for me,” Fallak said in an interview. “Getting into the Chapters Indigo locations could be a big boost for the business.” Between Mother’s Day and Father’s Day this year, two of Fallak’s VersaTile coaster designs will be featured in Chapters Indigo locations across Canada as part of their holiday product collection. Both designs are dadfriendly and say either “Craft beer only,” or “Scotch snob.” Fallak says he hopes the two designs will do well in stores this year – and at the rate his success is going, he’s sure to meet that goal. Fallak, 33, started VersaTile just two years ago after taking an interest in starting up his own business. With a background in both advertising and graphic design, and with some experience with entrepreneurialism already – Fallak co-founded the local organization called Small Town Thinking, started a company called AMAZEBALLS, which sells whisky rocks, and a company called WoodPosters – it didn’t take long before he was selling handmade coasters out of his basement. That’s what VersaTile does: they make high-quality marble coasters with a variety of designs, patterns and sayings. For a long time, each coaster was hand made by either Fallak or his wife; it was only recently that the system became automated. “We played around with a lot of different techniques to transfer photos onto the stone until we got the quality we were looking for,” Fallak said. “It was a lot of trial and error but eventually we had something we thought was good enough to sell.” Fallak took his painstakinglycrafted coasters to the Urban Craft Market, a big Ottawa craft show, in March of 2012 to give his product its first real test with the public. Much to his surprise, he said they sold well, giving him the confidence he needed to begin approaching other shows and even stores.
wanted 6,000 units to use as a promotional item in 2014. “I knew I couldn’t handle an order of that size by hand,” Fallak said, “and so I decided to start researching ways to automate the system.” After finding a $30,000 machine that could do what he needed, Fallak applied for a small business loan with the Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corporation, and
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Almonte entrepreneur Dan Fallak, above, scored a deal with Chapters Indigo locations across the country recently, and will have his VersaTile coasters stocked there for Father’s Day this year. Top right, two coaster designs will be featured in stores, including this “Craft beer only” set. Soon, Fallak’s product was featured in many local shops like Mill Street’s Hello Yellow and he was having trouble keeping up with demand. “What started as a hobby that also happened to supplement my income quickly turned into a burden,” he said. “It got to the point where I would go to work during the day and spend my whole evening make coasters. It was exhausting.” So he took a leap of faith. When an opportunity presented itself, Fallak left his comfy, reliable government job to focus on VersaTile full-time. “That was a big step,” Fallak said, “to leave the security of a regular paycheque to focus on my business.” While it may look like his decision paid off, Fallak says it didn’t always feel that way. “The summer of 2013 was rough,” he said. “Business was very up and down and I ended up having to take a part-time job to make ends meet. I felt like I had failed.” His luck was about to change though. One day in early 2013 when Fallak was shopping at
the Pinecrest Chapters Indigo location, he had the idea that his coasters would be a good fit for the store’s gift section. After scouting around for someone who looked like a manager, he simply asked her if the store accepted consignment items. “I was so surprised when she said yes,” Fallak said. “I had really prepared myself to be shot down but was happy that I didn’t.” After retrieving some coaster samples from his car, the store’s manager agreed that VersaTile would indeed be a good fit. He was in. His products would be featured at the store for Father’s Day in 2013. Riding on his confidence boost, Fallak approached each of the Ottawa locations and soon his product was featured in every Ottawa store. “I was shocked that that was all it took to turn the business around,” Fallak said. “All I had to do was ask.” With his hard work paying off and his coasters selling well at Chapters, Fallak was soon approached by the marketing coordinator at the National Arts Centre (NAC) in Ottawa – they
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ended up receiving the loan and an innovation grant. Now, he had the means to produce much larger quantities of his product. He accepted the NAC order and looked to bigger things. With the increased capacity he now had, Fallak decided to approach Chapters Indigo at a national level; once again, he asked them if they would be interested in featuring his product, and once
again they agreed. Fallak is currently working to fill both of his orders with Chapters Indigo and the NAC. He says he almost can’t believe the difference one year can make in a business. “At this time last year we were almost struggling with VersaTile,” he said. “And now, one year later, we’re so busy it’s almost hectic. And all I really had to do was ask.”
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Community – In the heart of February, as the weather remains stubbornly cold and hibernation starts to sound like a good idea, it can be hard to muster up the enthusiasm to have some fun. Cue Almonte’s fifth annual Mid-Winter Milling event, which is sure to get you out and about for a day of shopping and spiritual experiences. On Saturday, Feb. 22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., many of the stores on Almonte’s Mill Street
will host a variety of psychics and practitioners who will perform readings and sessions for shoppers. “January and February can be a tough time for the stores around here,” said Sara Bazett, the event’s organizer and owner of Soul Scents, one of the participating stores. “I wanted to do something to draw people downtown and help support our businesses.” Bazett started the events just two weeks after she opened Soul Scents on Mill Street. Though she had been running the wholesale business for a few
years already and was shipping products all across Canada, it was her first storefront. “I have psychics here every Saturday, so I thought it would be fun to put one in every store on the street for a day and see how that went,” she said. According to demand, it went well. Bazett has now owned her store for four years and each year she gets asked to organize the Mid-Winter Milling again. In fact, a few have even asked her to do a Mid-Summer Milling as well. The goal of the event is to draw people, both locals and
out-of-towners, to town and to Mill Street to attend spiritual and self-awareness sessions, and of course, to shop. “It’s about milling around Mill Street,” Bazett said, “and it really helps everyone.” Bazett explained that when people come out for the event, they generally make a day of it and have lunch at one of the local restaurants, visit some attractions and then maybe even stay over night at one of the bed and breakfasts. “We had people come from Peterborough last year,” Bazett said. “It’s nice to know that I’m
helping the community that way.” The day kicks off at 10 a.m., when stores up and down Mill Street will open their doors to visitors. Each store that participates in the event will host a specialist – from psychics and oracle readers to sound therapists and reflexologists – who will be available throughout the day. Each specialist will charge fee, which can range in price but usually sit around the $20 or $30 mark for a half-hour session. The day is sure to be a busy
one, Bazett said, but reservations cannot be made in advance. Instead, reservations can be made in person or by phone after the event starts on Saturday morning. For a full list of specialists and the stores they will be at, visit the Soul Scents Facebook page or the Carleton Place-Almonte Canadian Gazette Facebook page and look for the official event poster. “We just hope that people will come out and have a good time,” Bazett said, “and support our local businesses at the same time.”
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News – What’s making news in Mississippi Mills this week. From Mississippi Mills town council, Feb. 4: RIDE program At their regular meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 4, the Mississippi Mills town council passed a bylaw to authorize the signing of an agreement between the town and the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services for the Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) grant program for the 2013/2014 year. From Mississippi Mills Committee of the Whole, Feb. 4: Building permit security deposits A motion recommending that council approve the implementation of a security deposit system for all new building permits be-
ginning March 1, 2014 was carried by Committee of the Whole on Feb. 4. The security deposits on all building permits issued by the town are to be imposed to ensure that all open accounts will be closed properly and within the deadlines set out. The issue was discussed at length at a recent Committee of the Whole meeting. Now, Len Smith, the town’s chief building official, has brought forward a report with concrete pricing. The deposits range in price from $200 for small projects like decks under 1,200 square feet or finishing a basement under 300 square feet to $1,600 for new single-family dwellings or multi-dwelling units. A $2,500 deposit will also be required on an annual basis from established large-quantity home builders.
Hiring a new fire chief Now that the current Mississippi Mills fire chief Art Brown has announced that he will retire in June of 2014, the town has the task of filling the position down the road. At their meeting, Committee of the Whole recommended that council appoint a hiring committee for the fire chief position. Comprised of two town councillors; chief administrative officer, Diane Smithson; clerk, Shawna Stone; and mayor John Levi, the committee will be responsible for reviewing the job description, creating a short list of applications, conducting interviews and making a recommendation to council on a candidate. Committee of the Whole recommended that councillors Bernard Cameron and Denzil Ferguson be appointed to the hiring committee.
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Election resources In the interest of creating an equal playing field for all election candidates, whether they currently sit on council or not, the town’s clerk, Shawna Stone, brought forward a motion recommending that council approve a Use of Corporate Resources for Election Purposes Policy. The policy outlines a number of regulations that all candidates must follow. It states that no candidate shall use the facilities, equipment, supplies, services, staff or other resources of the Town of Mississippi Mills for any election campaign or campaign related activities. Furthermore, it states that no candidate shall undertake campaign-related activities on municipal property during regular working hours, and that no candidate shall use the services of persons during hours in which those
persons receive any compensation from the town. The purpose of the policy, Stone said, was to ensure an equal, un-biased election. The committee passed the recommendation and the motion will come forward at an upcoming council meeting. Clayton Community Centre The Clayton Community Centre could soon get pleasantly toastier, as Committee of the Whole carried a motion recommending that $12,000 be included in the town’s 2014 budget for insulation and heating duct work at the facility. The motion came forward after a request from Clayton volunteers in September of 2013, asking the town to contribute funds to the upkeep of the community centre. A document outlining potential renovations and upgrades the volunteer group hoped to
complete at the Clayton Community Centre was filed along with the request, which rated the priority of each project. It was decided that the heating issue at the facility was the most important item on the list, and so the committee discussed providing funding for that purpose. “I would like to support the request,” said mayor John Levi. “They’ve done a great job running the centre and now they need a helping hand. I think we should seriously look at helping them out.” Coun. Shaun McLaughlin was also in support of the request. “We’ve given money to similar facilities before,” he said. “We recently gave money to the Cedar Hill School for renovations. It fits our idea to help community-run organizations.” This is in addition to a $4,000 grant already given to the centre.
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TOWNSHIP OF LANARK HIGHLANDS NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE FRENCH LINE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT The Township of Lanark Highlands is undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment for the replacement of the French Line Bridge located on French Line Road, approximately 2.5km northwest of Highway 511. The project is being planned under Schedule B of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment for Road Projects, which is an approved process under the Environmental Assessment Act. A Public Consultation Centre is being held as detailed below to provide information as to the alternative solutions and to receive input and comments from interested persons. PUBLIC CONSULTATION Date: Thursday March 6, 2014 Time: 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Location: North Lavant Community Centre – 2082 Black Creek Road, Lanark, ON K0G 1K0 Please note that in order to allow for the replacement of the bridge, a closure of French Line Road is anticipated for a period of approximately 14 weeks commencing in July, 2014. The Public Consultation Centre will consist of a drop-in type format with displays showing the proposed rehabilitation. Staff from the Township and the project lead consultant will be on hand to answer any questions. All information/comments received will be subject to the disclosure requirements of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. R.S.O. 1990. With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record. We welcome any suggestions you may have about this project. For further information or if you are unable to attend but wish to provide your views, you may write or contact the following individuals: G.D. Jewell Engineering Inc. Township of Lanark Highlands Matt MacDonald, P.Eng., Project Manager Dave Ennis, Superintendent of Public Works 1-71 Millennium Parkway 75 George Street Belleville, ON K8N 4Z5 P.O. Box 340, Lanark, ON K0G 1K0 Phone 613-969-1111 Fax 613-969-8988 Phone (613) 259-2398 ext 239 Fax (613) 259-2291 Email: matt@jewelleng.ca Email: dennis@lanarkhighlands.ca
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COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE Council Tuesday, March 25th, 2014 at 7:00 pm Committee Tuesday, March 4th, 2014 at 2:30 pm Tuesday, March 18th, 2014 at 2:30 pm REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS “THE HIGHLAND VOICE” The Corporation of the Township of Lanark Highlands is seeking quotations from qualified suppliers to design and print the 2014 edition of THE HIGHLAND VOICE. Proposals placed in a sealed envelope identified as “Request for Quotations – 2014 Highland Voice” addressed to the Project Authority as noted below must be received NO LATER THAN 12:00 p.m., (Noon), Monday, March 3rd, 2014. Full project details can be found on theTownship website: www.lanarkhighlands.ca The lowest cost quotation will not necessarily be accepted, and the Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals and/or to reissue the Request for Quotations in its original or revised form. For further information contact: Township of Lanark Highlands Rob Wittkie Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk 75 George Street Lanark, Ontario K0G 1K0 T: 613-259-2398 ext. 222 E: rwittkie@lanarkhighlands.ca www.lanarkhighlands.ca
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Canada wins gold for sportsmanlike heart ditorial – Actions speak louder than words. And they certainly do, in a good way, at the Olym-
on Sunday. USA Today called this gesture “Sportsmanship at its finest.” The paper added that Morrison’s latest medal “would pics. not have been possible without his teamCanada has shown at these games that mate’s sacrifice.” it already has a gold medal reputation Meanwhile, out on the ski slopes, Justin for winter sports, up against our worthy Wadsworth, a Canadian cross-country ski adversaries. coach, came to the aid of Russian skier But while our athletes have been leaving Anton Gafarovski who was labouring to it all out on the slopes, and ice, and other finish the men’s sprint race last week on competing surfaces, we have also shown a broken ski. He lent him a ski so that our humility and compassion for not only “he would have dignity as he crossed the our own fellow athletes, but competitors finish line,” Wadsworth told Toronto Star from other countries. sports columnist Cathal Kelly. “It was like The best example has been Gilmore watching an animal stuck in a trap. You Junio gave up his spot in the 1,000-metre can’t just sit there and do nothing about speed skating competition to Denny it.” Morrison, who had crashed in a qualifyAnd he was the only one to do anything ing event, costing him an automatic spot. about it. Even Russian team members Because of his selflessness, Morrison had just stood there – the Canadian, himself a another shot to rise to the occasion, and three-time Olympian, jumped in. He didn’t won Canada a bronze medal. have to. His team had essentially been Now the two guys are in a debate over eliminated earlier in the day. which of the two of them should wave the “That right there. That’s the Olympics,” Canadian flag at the closing ceremonies wrote Kelly, nothing that Wadsworth rec-
ognized Gafarovski not as a foe but “as a friend in sport.” Not that we have a lock on such things at these games. Even something as simple as a Japanese downhill skier, having just won bronze, shaking hands with the goldmedal-winning German team this past Monday, a look of genuine happiness on his face, followed by the Germans piling on each other in pure euphoria as they edged out Austria, was priceless. Now, Canadians are not as pure as the driven snow. Famed hockey commentator Don Cherry came right out and said it on CBC Radio that the American and Canadian women’s hockey teams “hate” each other which might be taking things a bit too far. There was some disappointment in Patrick Chan’s performance in men’s figure skating – and he was too, even saying “sorry.” What a Canadian thing to do. While the Ottawa Sun led with the headline “No Chan Do,” the Kingston WhigStandard was far more conciliatory, with its headline “Chan spins silver medal.” And, think about it – how many coun-
tries would be delighted with a silver in figure skating? Or a silver in anything? Remember that in Calgary back in 1988, Canada didn’t get any gold medals. We’ve come a long way. There was frustration, to be sure, that after his Japanese rival stumbled so badly, all Chan had to do was simply show up and not mess up – and he couldn’t do that. In a column, Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun wrote that “Patrick Chan didn’t win Olympic silver, he lost gold.” Simmons was being bracingly clear-eyed about it, but Jamie Sale, who won gold in pairs skating with David Pelletier at the Salt Lake City Olympics in 2002, put a more positive spin on it, tweeting that Chan had nothing to be sorry about. As of this writing, on Tuesday, Canada’s medal count stands at four gold, nine silver, and four bronze – and we have no doubt that those numbers will rise, especially when men’s and women’s hockey is taken into account. But when it comes to being gracious winners, and helping each other out, Canada leads the way at these games.
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A market square without ads – please Opinion – The Carleton Place community celebrated the grand opening of the Market Square Pavilion (MSP) last August. For anyone living under a rock, the MSP, which is owned by the municipality and controlled by the recreation and culture department, is located at the corner of Beckwith Street and Lake Avenue. To mayor Wendy LeBlanc it’s an anchor to our heritage downtown core, while Business Improvement Association chair Paul Sorfleet calls it an area, a park-like setting to be used for any number of events. Yes, the farmers’ market now has a permanent home and the citizens of Carleton Place have a beautiful gathering place appropriate for art and car shows, mini festivals, musical entertainment and so much more. When the municipality participated with Manotick in the Ontario government’s First Impressions Community Exchange program last fall, the MSP was viewed as a positive for the town. Over the Family Day long weekend I was driving by the MSP and cringed at the sight of the poster advertisments littering the inside of the structure. The mayor once said the “eyesores are gone.” To be fair, at the time she was referring to the derelict buildings on either side of the corner. Why does everything need to be about mak-
ing a few bucks? Am I the only local who feels the freedom from unwanted advertisTara Firma ing should trump the freedom to sell? On the other hand, I don’t have a problem with the personally inscribed paving stones being offered for sale at $150 each and then permanently set in place at the MSP site. They will blend in and balance the look and feel of the space. Save the advertising boards for the Neelin Street Community Centre!
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Special thanks Everyone told me I would know when the time was right, and on Feb. 6 I said goodbye to my 18-year-old cat Gus. Euthanasia is one of the most difficult decisions anyone can ever make for a beloved pet. Gus was four-weeks-old when he entered my life in 1996. It was a couple of months after I moved in Carleton Place. He brought so much companionship, support, and love into my life. I would like to publicly say thank you to Carleton Place Veterinary Hospital staff members for their professionalism and compassionate care of Gus, as well as their kind and comforting words in my loss. If you have any comments or questions for Tara Gesner, she can be reached by email at: tgesner@perfprint.ca.
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News – The Carleton Place Public Library is thriving in a digital age. Town council heard the news last Tuesday, Feb. 11, from new manager of library services, Meriah Caswell. “Meriah started in the new position effective Jan.1,” said Coun. Rob Probert, council representative to the Carleton Place Public Library, “and she’s had a very smooth transition.” Caswell took over as head librarian from Janet French-Baril who retired in 2013 after nearly 30 years. ceived the 2012 TD Summer Reading Club Library Awards second place prize – $2,500 and a plaque. A presentation took place last June in Winnipeg, during the closing ceremonies of the Canadian Library Association. The theme of Sinnett’s winning program: Imagine. Since 2007, the TD Summer Reading Club Library Awards have recognized the most innovative and effective TD Summer Reading programs in local
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News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a good year for the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum (MVTM). Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what Michael RikleyLancaster and Kathy Priddle of the museum had to say when they presented a review of their 2013 year to the town at the regular Committee of the Whole meeting on Feb. 4. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a lot of things that we can be proud of in 2013 and a lot of new things to look forward to in 2014,â&#x20AC;? Priddle said. Accomplishments
Priddle started off her presentation by highlighting a list of accomplishments that the MVTM was able to complete throughout 2013. Not only has the volume of admissions at the museum increased by 31 per cent in 2013 over the admissions in 2012, but the number of memberships has increased by 55 per cent over the previous year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a result mostly of the lovely exhibits we featured in 2013,â&#x20AC;? said Priddle, explaining that the museum hosted two international exhibits â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one from Peru and the other from Egypt â&#x20AC;&#x201C; during
the year, which contributed to the higher numbers. The increase in membership, Priddle said, was thanks to the effort of the museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s secretary, who simply began asking each visitor if they wanted to become a member of the organization. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was surprising how simple it was,â&#x20AC;? said Priddle. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Many visitors didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even know about the memberships until they were asked.â&#x20AC;? In addition to increasing their numbers last year, the MVTM also completed a major project: digitizing the Almonte Gazette from 1861 to 1989. Now, anyone
can access backlogs of the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local paper online at any time. The museum also completed phase one of their Memory Project, which will document the lives and stories of millworkers who worked at the local mills years ago. To date, the museum has gathered 40 millworkersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; stories to use toward their video. Of course, the MVTM was also able to open their multi-purpose room in 2013, and it can now be rented out for use for anything from educational workshops to business meetings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very proud of our volunteers at the museum as well,â&#x20AC;?
said Priddle. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In 2013, we had over 60 volunteers who contributed over 2,100 hours of their time to lend a helping hand.â&#x20AC;? Finally, Priddle announced that this past yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fibrefest was the most successful the museum has ever hosted. In 2013, Fibrefest raised $13,000, up from just $8,000 in 2012, and saw more than 1,700 paying visitors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Again, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a great year for us,â&#x20AC;? Priddle said. Looking forward Rikley-Lancaster took over to give an overview of what the town can expect to see in 2014. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot to be excited
about in 2014,â&#x20AC;? he said. First of all, with the help of an Ontario Trillium Foundation grant of $62,000, the museum will be undergoing renovations to make the building more accessible. An elevator will be installed to create access to the second floor exhibits, and accessibility push buttons will be installed at every door from the main entrance to the elevator. This year, MVTM will host a weaving exhibit from Japan and hopes to continue with phase two of the Memory Project, open a new gift shop, preserve the walls and original financial office.
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St. James Anglican The Lighthouse Church 355 Moffatt 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, February 23, 2014 Worship Services every & Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church 7th After Epiphany 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, February 27, 2014 Weekly Small groups and Cornerstone 10am Holy Eucharist youth group Community Church Rector Church office 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 Holy Name of Mary Rev. Gary Landers St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Parish Almonte United Church 613-256-4995 St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Almonte 613-256-1034 106 Elgin Street, Almonte SUNDAY WORSHIP: Presbyterian Church Father Lindsay Harrison Tel: 256-1355 10am 39 Bridge Street 613-257-3133 Rev. Mary Royal SATURDAY MASS Ample Parking â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Fully Accessible Rev. Barry Carr, Minister Organist & Music Director: 4:30pm Nursery Care/Sunday School Organist and Choir Director: Neil Milnes SUNDAY MASS Weekly Bible Study & Prayer Susan Harron 10:30am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; SUNDAY WORSHIP * Friendly Family-Centred Ministry * 9:00am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:30am SUNDAY SERVICE 9:30am & Sunday School A Free Methodist Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Liturgy, Youth Ministry, Nursery & Sunday School, Child Care Available Congregation Bible Study, Prayer Circle Website: www.almonteunited.com Handicap Accessible (check website for times St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Roman Email: office@almonteunited.com standrewschurch39@gmail.com and programs) Catholic Church Blog: standrewscarletonplace.com www.holynameofmaryparish.com Office Hours: 9amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;12pm Monâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Fri. 28 Hawthorne Ave., For Transportation call the office. Carleton Place Almonte Carleton Place Parish of Fr. Augustine Mendonça, Baptist Church Baptist Church Franktown-Innisville 613-257-1284, 613-257-1630 299 Bridge St. Carleton Place 207 Reserve St. Almonte Anglican Churches MASS SCHEDULE 613-257-1889 613-256-5655 The Rev. David Vavasour Saturday 5pm Pastor: Brian Affleck Pastor: Paul Benson The Venerable Mary Ellen Berry Sunday 9am & 11am Discovery Hour: 10:00am 613:623-9436 613-257-1340 Handicap Access Worship Service: 11:00am 11am www.franktown-innisvilleparish.ca Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church provided SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP St. James, Franktown 8:30am Prayer & Bible Study Child Care available St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Innisville 10:30am Wednesday 7pm Handicap Accessible Everyone Welcome All Welcome! Handicap access A Biblically faithful, Gospel sharing All Welcome! 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 SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Rev. Arlyce Schiebout 10:30am Morning Worship Nursery available Services in both churches. SATURDAY SERVICES 10:30am Sunday School & Nursery Mid-week Bible Studies Fully Accessible Sabbath School â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9:30am FULLY ACCESSIBLE Info: Rev. Dave Kemp, Pastor 613-257-7761 for more information Divine Service â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11:00am Minister: 613-257-5490 Everyone Welcome. 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! R0012554107_0213
Boydâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/Franktown Phone: (613) 552-1323 United Churches Email: scott@myinSPIREnetwork.com Rev. Jeff de Jonge Web: www.myinSPIREnetwork.com 613-285-8047 Pastor: Scott Ridenour Services: Youth Pastor: Joe Aslaner Boydâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Ferguson Falls Rd â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11:00am Youth meet Sunday nights St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Franktown â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9:30am from 6â&#x20AC;&#x201C;8 p.m. Sunday School Email joe@myinSPIREnetwork.com Website: for more info www.boydsfranktownunitedchurch.com The Church for the Whole Person! SPIRITUAL, PHYSICAL, INTELLECTUAL, Calvary Pentecostal RELATIONAL, EMOTIONAL Church Phone: 613-257-3484 Email: calvarychurch@sympatico.ca www.calvarycp.ca 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 Almonte Presbyterian Church 111 Church St. 613-256-2184 apc@trytel.com Minister, Rev. Barry Carr Mr. George Stewart Organist and Choir Director SUNDAY 11:00am Worship Service & Sunday School Nursery care Available. ALL WELCOME! Transportation is available by calling Elford Giles 613-256-2460
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News from around the Carleton Place council table Feb. 11 By TARA GESNER tgesner@perfprint.ca
News – Carleton Place politicians at the council and policy review committee meetings on Tuesday, Feb. 11 discussed the following items:
“It’s nice to have a bible to take the gray areas out of the politics,” he said. “Sometimes it helps if we can have something in black and white and cut to the chase.” Coun. Rob Probert suggested information dealing with how Carleton Place’s Official Plan acts as a road map for town-building, as well as how subdivision agreements work.
The gathering on Sept. 9 conflicts with the 2014 Ontario East Municipal Conference (OEMC) in Kingston (Sept. 9-11), which is attended by a number of people (councillors and staff). “And we wouldn’t have a meeting on Oct. 28, which the day after the municipal election,” the CAO said. This year a meeting falls on Remembrance Day, Nov. 11. Cancelled “A couple of meetings – Dec. Knowles noted a handful of up- 23 and Dec. 30 – are cancelled for coming regular council meetings Christmas break,” Knowles said. have been cancelled. Due to the 2014 Rural Ontario Printer Municipal Association/ Ontario The town will purchase a Hewlett Good Roads Association (ROMA/ Packard Multifunction Engineering OGRA) Combined Conference in Printer from Wade Tech (HP) for Toronto (Feb. 23-26), which will the quoted price of $9,100. be attended by a number of counIn a written report to council, cillors, the council and policy re- Dave Young, director of public view committee meetings on Feb. works, noted his department’s ex25 are cancelled. isting copier, which is six-years-
old, is obsolete and replacement components can no longer be acquired. Quotes were obtained from three companies. The estimates were as follows:
Wade Tech (HP), $9,100; Ricoh, $10,065; and Canon, $11,490. The purchase will be funded from the public works equipment reserve.
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Yolkowski Monuments Almonte/Carleton Place - Steve O’Keefe Photo courtesy of JEFF BOURGEOIS
Community – A rare species around these parts, this bald eagle was spotted along the Mississippi River in Carleton Place, on the afternoon of Feb. 16. This photo was taken on the nature walk trail located behind the Carleton Place Arena.
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Orientation Following the 2010 municipal election the Town of Carleton Place distributed a variety of orientation material to the newly elected council members. Contained in a large binder, this information included: procedural bylaw, code of conduct, conflict of interest, municipal budget, organization charts, assets of the municipality, background of special projects, strategic plan, training and resources, Municipal Act, striking committee of council, purchasing and discretionary funds, business plans for departments, utility budget, council visioning notes, closed sessions, and other services provided. “It was a lot of paper,” chief administrative officer Paul Knowles said, “and a lot of reading.” Knowles asked councillors for feedback on the material. What sections did they find the most useful? What was missing? At a recent management meeting Knowles noted manager of library services Meriah Caswell offered to organize a tour of the town’s major facilities. “The tour is proposed for Dec. 4, the day after the swearingin of the new council,” he said. “I think this (material) has been a really good addition, especially
for anyone coming in for the first time,” Coun. Louis Antonakos said, “and it helps makes the transition from old to new seamless.” This year, Election Day takes place on Monday, Oct. 27. Moreover, Antonakos recommended anyone thinking of running for office should attend committee meetings. “Sit in the gallery and actually listen and watch,” he continued. “It (material) makes a good reference book,” deputy mayor Ed Sonnenburg said. Although the orientation information can be rather intimidating – even for individuals who have been on council for a long time, mayor Wendy LeBlanc said, “It does have a fair degree of value as a reference book.” She proposed all councillors review their manuals and come back in one week with their suggestions. Also, the mayor noted workshops hosted by Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) “are excellent.” “These are my five highlights,” said Coun. Doug Black, “when I look back over the last four years, and they all have a specific theme.” He rhymed off the following: procedural bylaw, conflict of interest, organization charts, closed sessions, and code of conduct. Additionally, “whoever gets to be a committee chair, it’s a tough job,” Black said. “It takes time to be a good chair.” Coun. Jerry Flynn appreciated the orientation manual.
Please call 613-257-4621 Toll Free 1-800-661-4354 www.yolkowskimonuments.ca Many monuments on display with an indoor showroom for your convenience
By Mary-Ellen Harris Restorative care is one of the most effective models and philosophies of care for preventing avoidable declines in long-term care residents. At Fairview Manor (FVM), the Recreation Therapists play a vital role in supporting this philosophy of care, while enriching the lives of the residents. A Recreation Therapist is a professional with skills that are used to set goals and objectives for residents to find meaning through leisure by promoting optimism, independence, healthy lifestyles, and by teaching leisurerelated skills. Recreation Therapists assess the resident on admission, quarterly, and in the event of any significant change. The Recreation Therapists then develop a plan with set goals and interventions. These goals are developed in conjunction with the resident and family member as necessary. This information is used to develop an individualized plan of care. At FVM the recreation program includes Social Recreation and Therapeutic Recreation. All programming is developed to meet the resident’s needs in any or all of the following areas: intellectual, emotional, spiritual, physical, and social.
Social Recreation encompasses large group activities, such as parties, bingo, and entertainment. Therapeutic Recreation provides therapeutic stimulation beyond the general activity program, e.g., one-to-one visits and engagement in meaningful conversation/music, cognitive enhancement activities, and smaller group activities like baking and crafts. FVM’s Recreation Therapists include: Sheila Lefebvre, Tammy Lowry, Julie Rice, Ashley Charlebois, Kelly Bowles, Kayla Nicols, and Cheryl Moore. Recreation Therapists strive to provide therapy that encompasses a broad range of interests. Examples of programs include crossword puzzles, brain teasers, happy hour, entertainment, games and exercise classes.
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Recreation therapists use many techniques to persuade residents and motivate them to participate, which is especially challenging during the winter months. To combat the winter blues, Recreation Therapist Julie Rice has worked hard to engage residents in programs titled “armchair travels.” These programs use videos, slide shows etc., to create a sense of “being there.” Residents “travel” to sunny spots and indulge in the cultural aspects of the country they are visiting, including a taste of the cuisine when possible. Last month, residents travelled to Sochi, Russia to better understand where Team Canada was headed. Next month, residents are off to Mexico for nachos, margaritas, and beautiful visual images of Mexican beaches and culture. There’s no question that residents like the Recreation Therapy offerings. “We really enjoy the special meal programs,” say FVM residents Muriel and George Currie. “They taste a little bit like home.” Resident Annie Rintoul also appreciates the efforts of the Recreation Therapists. “They try to keep me going and I look forward to their visits,” she says. Mary-Ellen Harris is Assistant Director of Care at Fairview Manor
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Budget for 2014 may benefit Lanark County’s Internet speed desmond.devoy@metroland.com
Business – Having a riding sandwiched between Ottawa and Kingston means that this area may be more likely to see Internet improvements before other rural areas, according to MP Scott Reid. One of the big announcements in federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty’s Feb. 11 budget was that $305 million would be earmarked to expand and upgrade broadband Internet service in rural and northern areas, bringing improved service to 280,000 households over five years. “Things start where it is easy to get it in,” said Reid during an interview the next day. He recalled a trip he made to Toronto about three years ago where he heard talk of a plan to bring Wi-Fi service to cover all of the provincial capital’s downtown area. “I represent a rural area that is close to two urban centres, Kingston and Ottawa… (I am) hopeful that our counties will be disproportionate beneficiaries (because) it (new infrastructure) is like the pebble dropped in the pond.” Sitting in the House of Commons, Reid noted that the mention of the broadband money “probably got the biggest round of applause” of anything mentioned in the budget. “I was very happy to see that it was included.” However, he hastened to add that “it is not a plan that involves specific sites and towers… the finance ministry would not have the expertise as to where to set towers and lay cable.” Instead, in terms of specifics, the program aims at “trying to make the regulatory process a little easier.” Even within Lanark County itself, he has noticed, “the service has gotten better over the years.” The federal government was very nearly in the black this year, and appears set to cross the bridge into a surplus next year. But getting the budget deficit eliminated this year would have come at a price – about $100 more per taxpayer, in fact, according to Reid, since the only way to have balanced the books in 2014 would have been tax hikes and/or spending cuts. “This is the number you could get to,” he said of this year’s $2.9 billion deficit. “The economy is continuing to grow,” he added, and with it comes tax revenues to the government. The federal government will soon be entering into contract negotiations with several public sector employee unions, but it has already included savings it wants to secure from the unions into the budget documents, a move some analysts call a bit premature. “Do you stake out your position? You do,” said Reid. “If I am negotiating with you over buying a car, I can say ‘I am not willing to pay more than X.’” He pointed to pension benefits as one area in which he believed changes needed to be made, to bring them into line with private
sector pensions. As an MP since 2000, he pays about 50 per cent of the pension costs – something he would like to see federal employees do as well. “Pensions have to be based on what goes on in the private sector,” Reid said. “(And) who do you think pays those public sector pensions? The private sector…” through taxes. One of the Conservative party’s major planks in the May 2011 election was a promise of incoming splitting, as has been done for retired senior couples. But Flaherty appears to have poured cold water on this notion, something that Reid agrees with. “There are more people, couples, under retirement age, than over,” he said. “Can we support it? It is, ultimately, a budget consideration. There is no point in making a budget (promise) that will break the bank.” The budget mentioned that Canada is the only G8 country that does not have residential flood insurance coverage, something brought to the fore of Flaherty’s agenda because of major flooding in Alberta and Toronto last summer. While parts of Lanark County, particularly around the shores of Mississippi Lake, are prone to flooding, this new initiative will not necessarily apply across the board. Reid explained that such a strategy would apply in “places where it is historically unprecedented to flood,” such as, say, if downtown Carleton Place were to flood out. Reid has lived on the shores of Mississippi Lake, “so I have some experience” with flooding. After the big winter of 2007-08, there was a big snow melt that spring, with accompanying flooding, something not that uncommon on places like Montgomery Park Road. “We do not want to cover people who build in uninsurable areas,” he said, adding that the flooding in places like High River, AB, were floods that “no one saw coming, even the insurance companies.” There were complaints that this budget was a rather boring document, even as documents go – something Reid says he is totally fine with. “I would say that if every budget was an electrifying budget, it means we would be whipsawed between new initiatives and then abandoning them for new ones,” said Reid. “The tobacco tax is not exciting. It’s an adjustment. It’s a proactive, incremental adjustment. Building a house is exciting,” he said, but renovations and repairs are not that scintillating. (Excise duty on tobacco products will see $4 added to every carton of 200 cigarettes, generating an estimated $685 million in taxes in the next year.) Prime Minister Stephen Harper is known to listen to the music of Australian rockers AC/DC, but don’t expect speakers to be set up on Parliament Hill to blast their hit “Back in Black” next year when the deficit is slayed. When hosting a mortgage
burning party, “you burn the paper, not the mortgage,” said Reid, noting that he predicts a lot of the $6.4 billion surplus will go towards debt reduction, as Flaherty did during the budgets of 2006 to 2008, knocking $37 billion off of the debt in three years. He did also precinct “limited tax relief” of some kind too. Liberal response Local federal Liberals held the founding meeting of the newly-reconstructed LanarkFrontenac riding association in Perth on Jan. 18. Former speaker of the House of Commons, Peter Milliken, is an honourary board member, even though he is the former MP for Kingston and The Islands, because boundary changes mean he now lives in the new riding. Gerry Fast was elected as the association’s president, and he knew, before Flaherty rose from his seat to table the budget, that he would not like what he was going to hear. “I knew there was not going to be a heck of a lot in it,” said Fast from his home near Kingston. “They (the Harper government) are getting tired and they are running out of ideas. There is no vision in this budget.” He admitted that Canada appears to have made it through the recession but, even at that, “we are not doing so well.” With a youth unemployment rate estimated at about 15 per cent, “that is appalling.” And as for the help for youth in this budget, in the form of more loans, Fast sees it as no different than telling youngsters, “won’t it be great to graduate with even more debt?” He charged that, “if you walk down the road in Lanark, you don’t see a lot of 30-somethings. They’ve all moved away… (But) we all can’t move away to Alberta.” While the Harper government ran up one of the largest deficits in Canadian history, adding $150 billion in debt, Fast alleged that “it didn’t do a lot to stimulate the economy.” While debt reduction will likely feature in next year’s budget, Fast argued in favour of not doubling down on getting that number eliminated too fast. “I think you need to keep aware of debt reduction,” said Fast. “Good debt is OK. You take out a mortgage, that’s fine. You have an asset. It’s all a matter of perspective.” The Conservatives appear to be, at best, lukewarm, on the idea of income splitting now, with Fast saying that the idea deserves to be shown the door. “Income splitting would help wealthy people,” he said emphatically. “If you were a single mom, you would get nothing. The rich would benefit. Flaherty seems to be backing away from it, but he could be close to retirement so he is speaking his mind a bit more.” He said that it was a “good thing” that more money was being put into research, but added the caveat that it might not nec-
essarily be in the best research to be investing in, pointing to the $15 million cut in the fresh water research facility, which proved that acid rain really does kill fish. About $1.5 billion has been set aside over 10 years to support research and innovation at postsecondary institutions in areas that “create long-term economic advantages to Canada.” “Hopefully it (the selected research) will be good, but there is a lot of research (that) the Tories have tended to do research on behalf of industry… They
(industry) should be doing their ture money announced, but she own research.” did admit that there were a few things lacking in the budget. Business community “We are looking for more Jill Campbell, president of jobs,” said Campbell. “We hope the Perth and District Chamber to see (that) in the next budget.” of Commerce looked forward She was also glad to see meato the budget not only as a lo- sures put in place to match skills cal business person, but also as needs of young workers with a manager at the Bank of Nova businesses, though she added Scotia. that “we’ve heard this before.” “The main reaction to the As for a return to debt reducbudget is positive,” she said. “It tion next year, she too cautioned presents continuity of growth for that “I think that would be a negCanada.” ative for some economic growth” She was especially pleased if too much money was removed with the additional infrastruc- from the economy too quickly.
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Community – In a show of support for gay rights and opposition to Russia’s anti-gay laws implemented prior to the Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, the owners of Almonte’s Mill Street Books, Mary and Terry Lumsden, are flying a Pride flag outside of their store for the duration of the Games. Here, Mary Lumsden sets up the flag as she opens the store for the day.
ture plan. According to David Jenson, media relations coordinator, MOH communications and marketing division, MOH staff has worked with CPDMH and the LHIN over the past few years “to advance their planning for a replacement hospital facility.” “The ministry approved a capital grant of up to $750,000 to assist the hospital with the cost of developing the proposal/business case for the proposed capital redevelopment project,” Jenson said. “Ministry support to proceed with implementation of capital projects is subject to government decisions within available resources,” he continued, “and at this time, Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital’s proposal for a Health Village Integration project is not part of the provincial government’s multi-year infrastructure plan.” As a result, the MOH has “no authority or funding to further advance this project beyond the proposal/business case stage,” he said. Surko was advised of the decision in a formal letter dated Dec. 7, 2012 and during a hospital, MOH and LHIN meeting on Aug. 21, 2013, as well as through a followup letter on Nov. 1, 2013. “In addition to the formal communications, the hospital has also been advised of this during numerous informal discussions with ministry staff,” Jenson said. “The redevelopment proposal approved by the Champlain Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) board in June 2012 remains before the provincial government for approval of the next stage of planning,” redevelopment committee chair Gordon
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MacNabb stated in a January 2014 update on the CPDMH website. It was also noted lack of approval in one year does not mean the project is dead or needs to be resubmitted annually. Antonakos said he believes “the hospital redevelopment team will fail in its pursuit of a new hospital in Carleton Place within a reasonable timeframe.”
“Ministry support to proceed with implementation of capital projects is subject to government decisions within available resources and at this time, Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital’s proposal for a Health Village Integration project is not part of the provincial government’s multiyear infrastructure plan.” DAVID JENSON, MEDIA RELATIONS CO-ORDINATOR MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND LONG TERM CARE
“The only realistic and affordable option our community has is to fix up our existing hospital, the same way every other hospital in the region has,” he continued. The councillor cited more than 15 healthcare institutions as examples, including Almonte General Hospital, Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital, Arnprior & District Memorial Hospital and Kemptville District Hospital.
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Canadians continue to roll with four more dominant wins of goals and Kelly Summers added two assists. Goalie Guillaume Therien picked up another win with a 19-save performance. The day before, the Canadians put the wraps on back-to-back wins over the Braves, doubling Brockville 8-4 in a game marred by an ugly line brawl in the closing seconds of the second period that resulted in the two teams combining for more than 300 penalty minutes. Most surprising is who it involved – both Andy Sturtz and Evan Peterson, the CCHL’s runaway scoring leaders – were paired up during the incident that took place at the 19:57 mark of the second. Joining them in the fisticuffs were teammates Stephen Cooney, Elias Ghantous and Larry Smith. Their battling counterparts for the Braves were Hayden Hulton, Matthew Lourenco, Brett Van Stralen, Owen Gill and Andrew Peski, all of whom were assessed game misconducts. Tyson Stewart of the Canadians also picked up a game misconduct for third man in. The result on the ice had already been long determined with Carleton Place up 6-0 at that point. Craig Pefley had the Canadians up 1-0 after one period but the talented Canadians exploded for five more goals in the second led by Dylan Gareau who had a pair with singles to Anthony Latina, Anthony McVeigh and a second from Pefley. With both teams shorthanded in the third, the Braves offence came to life, outscoring the Canadians 4-2 over the
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Sports – Just a little over two weeks remain in the regular season and the Carleton Place Canadians continue to power their way through Central Canada Hockey League opponents. In four CCHL contests last week, the Canadians went 4-0, outscoring their opposition 30-8. Overall, the Canadians’ incredible season now has them at 99 points with a record of 49-6-0-1. They have already locked up first place overall, giving them home ice advantage throughout the playoffs. The club gave their home fans plenty of Family Day fun on Monday, pasting the visiting Cornwall Colts 10-1. Earlier in the weekend, they took both ends of their home-and-home series with the Brockville Braves: 6-3 in Brockville on Friday, then 8-4 at home on Saturday. Last Tuesday at home, the Canadians shutout the Gloucester Rangers 6-0. On holiday Monday at the Neelin Street Community Centre, the Canadians gave the home fans a dominant performance. They opened up a 4-0 lead before the midway mark of the first period, chased the Colts’ starting goalie James Edwardson with a fifth goal a minute into the second and cruised to the nine-goal victory. Evan Peterson led the way for the home team with a pair of goals and two assists but several players posted multi-point games – Andrew Dodson and Craig Pefley (one goal, two assists); Brett D’Andrea (three assists); Adam Lloyd, Andy Sturtz, Anthony Latina and Anthony McVeigh all had a goal and assist. Dylan Gareau also scored a pair
It was a heated game between the Carleton Place Canadians and the Brockville Braves on Sunday afternoon, as the Canadians doubled the visitors 8-4 in a game that saw the suspension of 12 players after a bench brawl in the first period. Scoring in the win were Craig Pefley, Dylan Gareau and Anthony Latina with two goals each and singles from Stephen Baylis and Brett DAndrea. Photos by LAURIE WEIR
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The Carleton Place Black Knights IPB3 Hockey Team (six to seven-year-olds) are pictured with the Ottawa 67â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s during a community skate on Saturday, Feb. 15 in Carleton Place. manager of corporate sponsorships with the 67â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, says they have been out three times to different communities this year with the CAA representatives.
â&#x20AC;&#x153;We invited teams from the Carleton Place Minor Hockey Association to find two teams for us to play,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They do the choosing, and the kids are usually
in the six to 12-year range.â&#x20AC;? They all seemed to enjoy their two hours meeting their fans, signing autographs and playing a little hockey.
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The Ottawa 67â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s visited Carleton Place on Feb. 15 for a community skate. Clockwise, from top left: Liam Henley has some fun with the IP players from the Carleton Place Black Knights; Ottawa 67â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s defenceman Taylor Davis signs autographs at the Carleton Place Arena on Saturday, Feb. 15 during the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s visit to town; Troy Henley and Andrew AbouAssaly have some fun with the Black Knights IP 3 team while goalie Liam Herbst stretches out in the crease after being bombarded by little people with pucks; While half the team was on the ice hanging out with the Carleton Place minor hockey teams, the other half signed autographs. Pictured are (from the left), Jacob Middleton, Connor Brown, Nevin Guy and the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s captain Brendan Bell.
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Almonte Thunder earn second place finish with win over Stittsville Royals By STAFF
Sports – A regulation win and shootout loss in their last three games of the regular season were enough to propel the Almonte Thunder to a second-place finish in the Eastern Ontario Junior B Hockey League’s Valley Division After dropping a 4-3 shootout decision in Perth on Friday, the Thunder bounced back with a solid 3-2 win over rival Stittsville Royals at home on Saturday night. Playing a make-up game to close out their 2013-14 season on Sunday afternoon in Ottawa, the Thunder dropped an 8-5 decision to the Canadians. When the dust settled, the Thunder had overtaken the Arnprior Packers for second spot with 43 points (1816-2-5). Packers struggled down the stretch and wound up with a 19-19-2-1 record for 41 points. The two will likely match up for the opening round of the playoffs. The dates had not been set as of press time on Tuesday. With Liam Killeen back in the lineup, Thunder did what they had to do to gain home ice advantage for the opening round of the post season. In the pivotal game against the Royals on Saturday, a pair of late goals secured the 3-2. Despite outshooting their opponent by a wide margin, they found themselves down 2-1 approaching the midway mark of the third period. But Andrew Rowbotham, who’s been a big-time performer for Al-
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Sports – The Almonte Jr. B Thunder lost a 4-3 shootout decision to the Perth Blue Wings Friday night in Perth. After a scoreless first period, Almonte had the only second-period marker before the game exploded in the third resulting in a three-all deadlock, forcing the overtime, which also went scoreless. Above left, Jordan Bosely takes the puck from Perth’s Andrew Davis in the first period. Above right, Perth’s Kyle Dowdall fights Almonte’s Tyler McKetchnie for the puck.
monte during the stretch run, tied the game 2-2 on the power play at the 9:45 mark, from Terry Mallon and Kane Abbis-Mills. Then Tyler McKechnie connected at 15:23, assisted by Luke Martin and Abbis-Mills, to put the Thunder
up for the first time. Goalie Alex Daley shut the door the rest of the way to help his team secure the one-goal win and the playoff spot. He made 22 saves overall. His counterpart at the other end of the ice, Patrick Kealey, was busy kicking out 44 of 47 Thunder shots. The night before in Perth, Luke Martin helped Almonte secure at least one point in the standings, scoring his 23rd goal of the year with just 16 seconds left in regulation to tie the game with the Blue Wings 3-3. After a scoreless overtime, goals by Jimmy Pearson and Adam Morton gave the Blue Wings the bonus point and attempts by both Rowbotham and Ben Wade were stopped. The Thunder had entered the third period up 1-0 on a goal from Liam Killeen. But in a frenetic final frame, with the Blue Wings’ playoff hopes hanging in the balance, their offence came alive with Alex Vala, Andrew Davis and Jimmy Pearson all connecting within a 10-minute span. Terry Mallon also scored for the Thunder in the third to keep them close. Blue Wings outshot the Thunder 42-33 for the game. In Ottawa on Sunday, Thunder closed out their season with an 8-5 loss to the Canadians. Jamie Molinski had a huge game for Ottawa with a hat trick and two assists. Luke Martin had a pair of goals for the Thunder with singles to Rowbotham, Brandon Mendham and Liam Killeen.
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Sports – The Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute junior RedHawks boys basketball team lost a hard-fought game two today against the Carleton Place High School Bears in Smiths Falls today that went into overtime. The Bears clawed back to win the low-scoring second game of the best of three series to decide the Lanark County championship, 30-25. “I knew it was going to be a tough game coming into Smiths Falls today,” said Bears coach Chris Simpson. “They have a great program here. Great coaching… they have an Ontario gold medal up there. They’re great. We knew they were tough.” Carleton Place was down by four with two minutes left to play. The packed gymnasium was heavy in RedHawks fans, but the boisterous Bears fans were equally loud. “Our boys have been emotionally strong the whole year
and they pulled it out in the end,” Simpson said. A low scoring first quarter ended 6-1 for Carleton Place. Smiths Falls took a 10-7 lead at the half and led 18-13 after three. With the clock ticking in the final minutes of the game, the Bears tied it thanks to some RedHawks foul trouble. Smiths Falls attempted the buzzer beater to no avail, forcing the fiveminute overtime frame. “It was a tough loss,” said RedHawks coach Dan Dufort. “It was well played, though. They deserved it. They had a little edge on us all season long. We tried to give it our best… we did today.” Dufort said they could have put it away at the end of regular play, but it got away on them. “We just missed a few shots, here and there…” Dufort added that they tried to control the tempo of the game, keeping the Carleton Place top shooters off the backboard. “I figured if it was a lowscoring game, we would have
had a shot at it, but if we were in the 30s and 40s, then no. We shut their main two guys down and that was the plan. We did exactly what we wanted… I’m extremely proud of my guys. Just missed that little thing at the end. I would have liked to have a third game at CP tomorrow… that would have been nice.” Simpson says he’s going to spend the next four days getting ready for EOSSAA, which will be hosted at SFDCI. “I think we’ll be seeded number two behind Brockville Collegiate,” Simpson said. Dufort praised the Bears saying they could make it to the finals at EOSSAA. “They’re a very good team.” If one of the other five districts decides they’re not strong enough to play at EOSSAA, then Smiths Falls would have an opportunity to play. “I will know by Saturday. Everyone will send me their records and I will seed them, one through six,” Dufort said. “We don’t count on that (playing at EOSSAA) tough.”
The Carleton Place High School Bears claimed the Lanark County Interschool Athletic Association (LCIAA) junior boys basketball championship over Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute (SFDCI) Feb. 13 at SFDCI. Left, the team poses with their medals.
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final 20 minutes, but much too little and too late. Latina added his second of the game and Brett D’Andrea scored his 18th of the season. Nathan Todd, the Braves’ leading scorer, and Sean King each had a pair of goals for Brockville. Two nights earlier in Brockville, the Canadians fought their way back from a 3-1 first period deficit to defeat the Braves 6-3. Goals from Sean King, Connor Bebb and Ryan Cusin had the Canadians in unfamiliar territory by the 13:37 mark. Only Andy Sturtz had been able to reply to that point. By Anthony Latina brought Carleton Place back to within one at 16:41 of the first to make it 3-2. The second period was all Canadians who connected four times on the power play. Sturtz completed his hat trick with goals at 6:26 and 10:47, putting his team up 4-3. He now leads all scorers with 44 goals this season. Linemate Evan Peterson, who also had three assists in the game, made it 5-3 less than a minute later and Anthony McVeigh completed the scoring at 12:04.
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News – A proposal to set up a paintball facility along Highway 7 may not have landed a bullseye last week, but further studies aside, neither is it dead in the water. “This, I think, is the largest crowd I have seen here in this council chamber since I have been here,” said Reeve Aubrey Churchill, shortly after having called the Drummond/North Elmsley Township council meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 28 to order, as he scanned the standing-room-only chambers. A proposal was on the agenda to make the property at 13259 Highway 7 from a rural designation to highway commercial retail. The property is currently owned by
Marilyn Fairhurts, who runs the Shadow Ridge equestrian park on the site. Dag and Allison Militky are proposing to set up a paintball facility, utilizing the existing barn, with the possibility of adding laser tag, a retail store, restaurant, and even commerical storage on the 154-acre property. Karl Grenke, the township’s planner, visited the property on Jan. 14, and he reported to council, and the community that, in talks with the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority, there are “some provincially significant wetlands exist on (the) property.” It was also pointed out that the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust Conservancy owns land adjacent to the property. He recommended that the area
be put into a type of holding pattern until an environmental assessment is done. The Militky proposal, however, would only see the northern fields being used for paintball, with the southern wooded area off limits for that activity. Grenke also spoke with the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, who expressed their concern that they want to see only one central driveway used to access the property and that they would like to see a traffic study done. There was no shortage of opinion on the proposed paintball park, with the township having received 29 written letters in opposition to the park, and three written comments in favour of the proposal – one of which was from the applicants themselves. “There were many concerns ex-
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Paintball pros While only three letters in favour of the paintball park were received, there was still plenty of verbal support for the proposal. “I have been out there several times and it never looked to be anything more than a rural lot,” said Kevin Bradford of Richmond, of the old Militky paintball park in Ottawa. Before his own children took the sport on, he admitted, “I was convinced that paintball was full of hooligans and trouble makers.” When he visited the old Militky paintball park though, he saw that, in his estimation, “safety is paramount…(with) strict rules and regulations.” As for his daughter’s participation, “paintball seemed to steer her in a (new) direction.” He alluded to the legal action taken against the Militky park in Ottawa, but noted that “they were in court. A decision was rendered. The court made a decision on a point of law… they are not criminals.” Merely, they were operating a facility in an area not zoned for their activities. Jonathan Lester of Carleton Place was also
Paintball wide of the mark Local reaction to the paintball park, at the meeting at least, was certainly more vocal in its opposition. “My families’ concerns are in no way a personal reflection on the applicants or paintball,” said Shannon Kent-Kemp, echoing a common sentiment expressed by many in the opposition. “I love to go watch a race. That doesn’t mean I want a race track in my back yard.” “Wildlife will be affected. The neighbours’ property values will be affected,” said Charles Magram. “There are a lot of accidents on that road.” Tom Nephin came armed with various slides and statistics from the transportation ministry, showing that there have been about 127 injuries on that stretch of Highway 7 between 2001 and 2011. One of the proposed two entranceways to the property, an old farm gate, has not been used in more than 50 years, he charged. Militky defence Dag Militky, when given a chance to make his own presentation at the end of the meeting, addressed the high emotion that the issue had brought about in residents head on. “I know that there is a lot of passion the room,” Dag said. “Some people have already made up their mind.” His wife Allison explained what, from their side of the fence, had happened with their former paintball facility in Ottawa. “We started the company seven years ago
(and) we approached the City of Ottawa,” Allison said. They were told that “there was no zoning for paintball.” However, in 2008, a paintball bylaw was introduced, but she believed that they were operating under “legal non-conforming use.” She charged that many of the allegations about the couple that were being cited by opponents of the plan in DNE were drawn from an interview with one of their neighbours at their old facility, which was published in an Ottawa daily newspaper. “This is the same person you are quoting as fact…the woman who wanted me to be barren,” said Allison. “We’ve never actually talked publicly about this,” she said, about the allegations made against them in print, or in court. She read aloud from a ruling by a Justice of the Peace that found that there were concerns about the testimony. “We weren’t bad people,” Allison said. “We just didn’t speak up.” In terms of environmental concerns, Allison said that, from a paintball perspective, “paintball is best played when you go in and respect the natural features.” Dag noted that, at their old facility, working “hand-in-hand” with the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority, about 30,000 trees have been replanted on the old Ottawa property, while they hope to plant a further 15,000 trees in DNE. “We are hoping to grow a family there, have kids of our own,” said Dag. In the couple’s estimation though, the property “is not a quiet rural neighbourhood.” In conversations with the transportation ministry, and drawing on two noise reports, an acoustics expert found that Highway 7 was listed with a noise level of more than 66 decibels. As for paintball activity, the first report found a decibel level between 43 and 47, with the decibel level rising to 50 when guns were being fired.
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Canada Safety Council offers fire safety tips for remaining winter months Lifestyle – Whether or not Wiarton Willie sees his shadow this February, most Canadians are still in for a couple more months of wintery weather. Winter is the worst season for residential fires in Canada, according to Fire Prevention Canada. There are many reasons for this – homes must be heated, people are cooking most of their meals indoors, and those who smoke tend to stay indoors rather than going out. Fires claim eight lives each week in Canada, and almost three-quarters of those deaths happen as a result of residential fires. The Canada Safety Council recommends the following precautions to minimize your risk of a residential fire this winter.
highly flammable materials such as wrapping paper or gasoline in a woodstove or fireplace. These substances can create dangerous fireballs in an instant and, just like burning too much wood at once, can cause a buildup of flammable materials in your chimney or stove pipes. Always use a screen in front of the fireplace, and never leave children unattended by a fire. Have a fire escape plan for your house and regularly review it with your family. Keep the damper of your fireplace or woodstove open until the fire is out and the ashes are cool enough to touch. Regular maintenance of all heating systems, including furnaces, by licensed technicians is important in reducing the risk of a residential fire.
Home heating Keep clear at least one metre of space around all space heaters. Do not dry clothes or shoes on or near a heater. Turn the heater off when you are not in the room, and do not leave children or pets unsupervised with a heater that is turned on. Periodically inspect the heater’s cord for damage and frayed or exposed wires, and do not use the appliance if any damage is present. If you use a fireplace or woodstove for heat, build your fire with a small amount of dry, seasoned wood to keep the flames under control. Resist the temptation to overload your fireplace or stove. Burning too much wood at once can cause tar and creosote to build up in your chimney or stove pipes, which creates a fire hazard. Never use
In the kitchen Stay in the kitchen when cooking, especially when using grease or when cooking food at high temperatures. If a grease fire starts, never try to put it out with water. If possible, cover the pan with a lid to smother the flames; use baking soda on shallow grease fires. If you can’t control the fire immediately, get yourself and your family out fast, and call 9-1-1. Keep a working fire extinguisher in or within reach of the kitchen, and know how to use it. Read the instruction labels so that you will know, for example, that you should aim the nozzle at the base of the fire and sweep from side to side until the fire is out. Never use a cooking appliance with a frayed or cracked
electrical cord. Do not overload electrical outlets or circuits by plugging in and using multiple appliances at the same time. If you are impaired – whether by alcohol, medication, a lack of sleep or something else – do not use the stove, oven or other cooking appliances. Around the house • If you have a frozen pipe, keep the faucet open and apply heat to the frozen section using an electric hair dryer, or by wrapping pipes with towels soaked in hot water. Do not use any open-flame device, such as a blowtorch, kerosene or propane heater, or charcoal stove, to thaw the pipe. Call a licensed plumber if you are unable to locate the frozen area, if the frozen area is not accessible, or if you cannot thaw the pipe. Do not leave a space heater unattended near the frozen pipe. • Do not smoke in bed or in your bedroom. Ashtrays in the house should be kept on sturdy surfaces away from all combustible materials. • When using candles, keep them on or in sturdy holders on a level surface, out of the reach of children and pets. Blow out candles when you leave the room or are going to bed. • Store flammable liquids such a gasoline and paint safety, away from any heat sources, and ideally in a cool, dry place outside the house. • Never use a barbecue indoors (this includes the garage). A barbecue uses combustible fuel, which releases carbon monoxide. CO can be deadly if ad-
equate ventilation is not available. • Flickering lights? Blown fuses or a circuit breaker that keeps tripping? These may be a sign of electrical problems. Contact an electrician.
• Do not run an extension cord under furniture of under a rug. Traffic over the cord or the weight of furniture on it may damage the cord and create a fire hazard. • Clean the dryer lint filter be-
fore and after each use to minimize the risk of a dryer fire. More fire safety tips are available at www.canadasafetycouncil.org and www.fiprecan.ca. Submitted by the Canada Safety Council.
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Arts – Mississippi Mudds Youth Theatre are getting set for Willy Wonka Jr., which opens Friday, Feb. 21 at the Carleton Place Town Hall Auditorium. Above, Augustus Gloop and his mother Mrs. Gloop, played by Mason Frazer and Kaitlyn Rossingnol Mines, respectively, appear on the local news as the first finders of the coveted golden ticket that will grant them a tour of Wonka’s famous chocolate factory.
CAA launches new senior driving tool minders for managing challenging driving conditions. “Canadian seniors are more active and more involved in their communities than ever before, so for us it is essential to provide easy access to resources and information that can help maintain and encourage those specific qualities,” says Christina Hlusko, president and chief executive officer of CAA North & East Ontario (CAANEO). “Through the Seniors Driving Portal we are hoping to engage seniors and their families and help them have the discussion about this sensitive topic.” The good news is that half of seniors have already taken at least one step to adjust their driving habits, such as reducing or eliminating driving at night, but CAA research shows there is need for more information related to age-related changes that affect driving. For instance, only three per cent of seniors know that by age 60, the average person needs three times as much light to see as they did at age 20. CAA’s information on age-related changes includes an interactive light tool that
demonstrates changes in vision as we age. In addition, the portal’s driving-at-night infographic and video offers tips and advice for dealing with physical change. The CAA poll is based on a sample size of 1,133. A probability sample of the same size would yield a margin of error of +/-3.1%, 19 times out of 20. About CAA North & East Ontario CAA is a federation of nine clubs providing 6 million Members with exceptional emergency roadside service, complete automotive and travel services, member savings and comprehensive insurance services. CAA also advocates on issues of concern to its members, including road safety, the environment, mobility, infrastructure and consumer protection For detailed information on the wide range of services available with CAA North & East Ontario please visit www.caaneo.ca or in person at any of our storefront locations. Submitted by CAA North & East Ontario.
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News – CAA is excited to announce the launch of its new multimedia web tool designed to help seniors stay safe behind the wheel. The CAA Seniors Driving Portal, located at www. seniorsdriving.caa.ca, incorporates information from the Canadian Medical Association’s Driver’s Guide, as well as, insight and recommendations from the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. CAA research shows that nearly half (47 per cent) of Canadians are concerned about the safety of an aging family member on the road and around two thirds of senior drivers see the need for online tools to help them stay safe on the road. With the CAA Seniors Driving Portal, seniors and their loved ones will be able to evaluate driving skills, learn about changing abilities, and, if necessary, modify driving habits. This new web portal contains assessment tools to pinpoint areas of improvement, interactive infographics that help show common physical changes that affect driving, and videos with tips and re-
REGIONAL ROUND-UP Any community organization based in our circulation area wishing to list an event of community interest is invited to submit a description of 25 words or less in writing. Admissions or event costs, will not be included. Deadline is Monday at 4:30 p.m. prior to publication date. This service is provided free of charge. Events will be listed no more than two weeks in advance. Write, EMC, P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, Ont. K7A 4T1, or fax at 613-283-5909 or e-mail: jmichaelis@theemc.ca OR lgilligan@perfprint.ca. Items will be edited as necessary. Please include name, address and phone number.
Almonte & District Horticultural Society meeting on Monday, Feb. 24 at the Cornerstone Church, 7:30 pm. Speaker is Amanda Sears on Community Gardens. 613 256-5594. Almonte Hospital Bridge, Wednesday, February 26, 12:30 Coffee/tea, 1:00 Bridge. Info: Barb 613-256-2463. ALMONTE JUNIOR Civitan Annual Spaghetti Supper Thurs., Feb. 27, 5 - 7pm at the Almonte Civitan Hall. Euchre- 4 hand, Feb. 20, 7:30 pm. Sponsored by the Town & Country Tenants Assoc., 375 Country St. Light lunch. 613-256-4179. Legion Branch 240, Saturday, Feb. 22, Smokey Rose, 3-7 p.m. Make Your Own Unique Felt Bag, join artist Andrea Graham at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum on March 15 and 16 for the workshop “Bags with 3D Elements”. You must register by February 28 at 613-256-3754 ext 7. Mills Seniors Services, Almonte, Golden Oldies Lunch, Feb. 27. Mills Office, 67 Industrial Drive. Transportation and Entertainment. Call Seniors Services to reserve 613-256-4700. Mills’ Seniors Services, Almonte, Parkinson’s Support Group. Monday, February 24, 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, Almonte, Social Supper, Tues. Feb. 25, 6 p.m. at the Almonte Legion. Transportation and entertainment provided. Call Seniors Services 613-256-4700 to reserve. Ontario Early Years, Toddler Music, February 27, 1-2 p.m. at Naismith School. Pre-registration necessary. 613-283-0095 ext 300. The March Valley Singles Lunch will be held on Sunday, March 2 at 1 p.m. at J.R.’s Restaurant. For more info contact Donna at 613623-6698 or Johanna at 613-432-7622.
50+ fitness, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. at Canoe Club. Info: 613-256-8339. “A BALLYGIBLIN Riot” Thurs., Feb. 20, dinner 6:30pm. Fundraiser for The Carleton Place and Beckwith Historical Society, Speaker: David Murdoch. Info 613-253-7013. A Brimful of Memories, Vintage Hat Exhibit continues through March 1, Tuesday to Saturday 10-2, 267 Edmund St. Carleton Place. 613-253-7013. Adult Bereavement Group, Wednesday, February 26, 1:30-3:30 p.m Waterside Retirement Residence, 105 McNeely Rd., Carleton Place. Contact Rebecca Bowie 613-267-6400. Beckwith Playgroup meets Mondays and Thursdays, 9:30-11:30, Beckwith Twp Hall, Black’s Corners, (Sept.-June). Call Cara (613)253-2554 or Stephanie (613)284-9248. Bible Study Group topic “Discipleship” Saturday, February 22, 9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 117 Victoria Street. Bibles/Study Guides provided. Active discussions. Prayer requests welcomed. CARLETON PLACE & District Horticultural Society, March 5 at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church Hall, 7pm, Beckwith St entrance. Speaker: Lanark Master Gardeners www.cphorticulture.ca Destiny Centre, 161 Bridge St., Winter Carnival Community Event. Kid’s puppet show, crafts and lunch. All ages. 12:30-3:30 p.m. February 23. Info: 613-283-5723. FREE MOVIE Night - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, starring Donny Osmond. Mon., Feb. 24, 7pm, Zion-Memorial United Church, 37 Franklin St Carleton Place. Gender Illusions are performing at the Legion, 177 George St. 613-257-1727, on February 28 and March 1, showtime is 8 p.m. Mississippi Mudds Youth Theatre present Willy Wonka Junior at the Carleton Place Town Hall, 175 Bridge St, February 21, 27 and 28 at 7 p.m. and February 22, 23 and March 1 at 2 p.m.
Tickets 613-257-1976. Spaghetti Dinner, sponsored by the Carleton Place High school Band. Thursday, February 27, 5-7 p.m. In cafetorium of Carleton Place High School. Info/tickets: 613-257-5991. SUN., FEB.23RD - 11am. Carleton Place Baptist Church, come and hear Steve & Tara Regnault, missionaries to Nepal Table Top Bowling Tournament, in support of Big Brothers & Sisters of Lanark County, February 21, 2:00. Call Mary for more details 613253-7360. The Carleton Place Sunset Club meets Wednesday’s at 1 p.m., in the Legion for cards, games and socializing. A nice way to spend an afternoon. Info: (613)258-7483.
KEMPTVILLE Baby Talk, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 1:30-3 p.m. Ontario Early Years Centre. Breastfeeding support available. Diabetes Education Programme, at the Kemptville Hospital Diabetes Clinic, the first Wednesday and Thursday of the month. You must register by calling (613)258-6133 Ext. 400. Info: www.kdh.on.ca Kemptville and Area Walking Group, Mon. Feb. 24, Wed. Feb. 26, Friday, Feb. 28, 9:00 a.m. Meet at the North Grenville Municipal Centre. Contact Eva Francoeur 258-4487. Sponsor: Health Unit. L’heure du Conte Francais- la lecture et a etablir une base de competences constituent ce que les enfants. A la bibliotheque situe au 1 rue Water, 4 fevrier et 4 mars, 18h30 a 19h30. 613258-4711. “Pyjama Jam” Tuesdays 5-7:30 p.m. 207-215 Sanders St. Info: (613)258-2225 or 1(866)4338933 ext 2374. ROAST BEEF Dinner by the Odd Fellow & Rebekah Lodges, Odd Fellow Hall, 119 Clothier St. E., Kemptville. Feb. 23, 4:30 - 6:30pm Info: 613-258-2258 Toddler Program Dramatic Play OEYC, 31 Clothier St. (Sanders St entrance), Friday, February 21, 10-11 a.m. To register call 1-866-4338933 ext 2374. Toddler Program Gross Motor, Ontario Early Years, for toddlers 18 months to 3 years. 31 Clothier St (Sanders St entrance). Friday, February 28, 10-11 a.m. To register call 1-866-4338933 ext 2374. Toddler Program, Visit from the PoliceOntario Early Years, 31 Clothier St (Sanders St entrance) Friday, February 28, 11-noon. To register call 1-866-433-8933 ext 2374. Toddler Program visit to the bakery OEYC, join us in the parking lot, Early Years Centre (walking tour), Friday, February 21, 11-noon. To register call 1-866-433-8933 ext 2374.
LANARK Indoor garage sale and bake sale, St Andrew’s United Church. Saturday, February 22, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Lunch available. Table rental contact Gladys 613-259-5391. Lanark Civitan Club talent night. Last Friday each month. Dinner 6 p.m., dance 7:30 p.m. Old Time Country Music. 613-259-5610. Lanark Legion #295 is hosting a Meat Roll. March 1, from 2-5 p.m. Music by: Terri Bennett. All are welcome.
MERRICKVILLE Dancing on the Rideau Ballroom dance instruction. Wednesday evenings 7-8 p.m., beginners; 8-9 p.m., advanced; 9-10 p.m., practice. Merrickville. Info: Ron or Sharon (613)2697905. FEB. 25, Merrickville and District Historical Society presents ‘The Best Laid Plans of the Royal Engineers: Proposed and Lost Fortifications of Kingston, 1788-1902’. Speaker Bob Garcia, Historian, Parks Canada. Ste Marguerite
Bourgeoys School, 7:30pm. Refreshments, all welcome Lego Club, Saturday, Feb. 22, drop-in 10-12. Merrickville Library. Ages 4-12. Merrickville Legion Club Room open Tuesday nights from 7-10:30 p.m. Merrickville Legion, Exec. meeting, March 4, 7 p.m. Mixed Darts, every Monday night, 7 p.m.; Men’s Darts, every Wednesday, 7 p.m. Legion. Music by Ron Donnelly & the Mallborines, February 28, 7-11 p.m. Pasta dinner at 6 p.m. Merrickville Legion. Music by W.R.D., February 21, 7-11 p.m. Chicken supper at 6 p.m. Merrickville Legion. OFF THE Shelf: readings for adults. Open Mic Night. Mon., Feb. 24, 7pm. Merrickville Library. Info 613-269-3326. StoryTime for ages 6 & under, Fridays 10 a.m. Theme: February 21 - I’m Grumpy. Merrickville Library.
leader: Bill Murdoch, cell 613-767-4858 to confirm participation and starting location. Rideau Trail Association, Sunday, February 23, Mill Pond Conservation Area. Level 2, moderate pace, 6 km. Meet 9:30 a.m. at Conlon Farm. Leader: Yvonne Kennedy, 613-267-9817, yvnkennedy@gmail.com Saturday Jamboree at RCL Br 244, 26 Beckwith St. E. Perth, Sat., March 8th, 2- 4 pm. Host Band: Spare Change. Wear something green. Stroke survivor and caregiver support group, meets the 4th Wednesday of every month between 1:30-3:30 p.m. Legion, 26 Beckwith St E. Info: (613)549-6666 x6867. The Butterfly Fan Club - Perth & District Breast Cancer Support Group. Perth Family Health Centre, 33 Lewis St., Perth. Monthly Meetings, 7 - 9pm 3rd Thursday (February 20). Info: Carleen 613-812-4474.
RURAL PAKENHAM Aerobic Classes, Mondays & Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m. at Stewart Community Centre. Info: 613-256-1077. Pakenham Community Home Support sponsors: Foot care, transportation, meals on wheels, Tuesday luncheons. Info/appointment (613)624-5647. Pancake Supper, St Mark’s Anglican Church, Tuesday, March 4, 5-7 p.m. Sponsor: St Mark’s A.C.W. Everyone welcome. Info: 613624-5311 or 613-256-4126.
PERTH AMY DAGENAIS in concert, featuring North Street Band and Bek O’Brien. Glad Tidings Church, Feb. 28, 7pm. Info 613-267-3295 gtpcperth.com BEAVER SCOUTS of 4th Perth Colony invite boys and girls ages 5 to 7 with their parents to join them Mon. Feb. 24, 6:30 to 7:30 at St. James Anglican Church, Perth. Bridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7:00 p.m., Thursdays, February 20, 27, at Perth Civitan Club. For partnership contact Bert Picard 613-267-5305. Everyone is welcome at the Healing Rooms, 7-9 p.m. 1st and 3rd Monday of the month at Perth Glad Tidings Church, 160 Wayside Dr. Friends of the Perth Library Annual General Meeting, Thursday, March 6, 7-8 p.m. in the Perth Library meeting room. Fun Day Curling, Perth Curling Club, Sunday, February 23, Sign-up sheet is in the Legion Members’ Lounge. Info: Gary Fournier 613-2675927. Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Monday, 10:30-12:30 a.m. at The Table, 190 Gore St E. Info: 613-257-2779 ext 104 (or ext 100). Jamboree, Lions Club Hall, Halton and Arthur Streets, Sunday, February 23, 2 p.m. (open at 1 p.m.) Home-cooked buffet meal around 5:30 p.m. Info: Bob Turnbull 613-267-6906. Lanark County Camera Club meets Tuesday, February 25, 7 p.m., Algonquin College. Visitors welcome. Info: 613-264-2767, www.lccameraclub .com Lanark County Quilters Guild, meeting February 25, at 7 p.m. at Lions’ Hall, Perth Fairgrounds. Stash Sale and UFO Challenge. Go green: Lug your mug. Refreshments. Guests welcome. Lions Country Music Jamboree. 4th Sun. every month. 2-6 p.m. Supper served 5 p.m. Perth Lions Hall. Ontario Early Years, Bounce Back and Thrive, 10 session workshop. Wednesdays, starting Feb 26, 10-noon at St James Anglican Church. Pre-registration necessary. 613-2830095 ext 300. Perth Tay Seniors. Card game. Lions Hall. Feb. 26, lunch noon, cards 1 p.m. 613-267-1422. Rideau Trail Association, Saturday & Sunday, February 22 & 23, Winter End-to End Snowshoeing or Skiing. Meet 8:30 a.m. Contact
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4 Hand Euchre Friday, Ferbruary 21, 7:30 PM, Pierces Corners Hall. Light lunch. All welcome. Info: 613-489-1684 4 hand euchre, Tuesday evenings 7 p.m. (starting May 1) ABC Hall, Bolingbroke. Sponsor: ABC Seniors. Lunch and prizes. 4 hand euchre, Wednesday, February 26, 7:00 p.m. Montague Seniors Hall, Rosedale. Good prizes, good food. (613)284-1074. Best Possible Start Drop-In. Parenting information and support. 1st and 3rd Monday’s each month, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Country Roads CHC, 4319 Cove Road, Portland. Info: Early Years Team, 272-2799 or 1(888)998-9927. Bingo, Elgin Lions Club Hall, every Thursday night, 7 p.m. Smoke free. Blood Donor Clinic, St James Major Catholic Church, 14608 Hwy 38, Sharbot Lake, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 3-6 p.m. Clayton Hall- Olde Tyme Music & Dinner. Mar. 2, 2-6 p.m., supper 5 p.m. Proceeds: Clayton Hall. 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. Crokinole. Middleville Community Centre. Friday, Feb. 21, 7:30 p.m. Lunch served. Dance, Toledo Legion, Sunday, March 2. Entertainment by Sagebrush. Doors open at 2 and dancing starts at 2, followed by hot supper at 5. February 28, 2014: Ham & Bean Supper with scalloped potatoes, dessert and beverage sponsored by Elgin United Church. 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm at the Elgin Lions Hall. Fundraising Meeting, First Monday of each month at 9:30 a.m. Montague Forget-Me-Not Seniors. Info: 613-283-7210. Horseshoes, Toledo Legion, every Tuesday, 7 p.m. sharp. All welcome. Kitley Elders Potluck lunch. February 20, 12 noon. St Andrew’s United Church Hall, Toledo. All welcome. 613-284-0307. Mallorytown Legion, Weekly bingo, every Thursday night, doors open at 6 p.m. Membership Meeting, every 4th Tuesday at 10 a.m. followed by a potluck lunch. Montague Forget-Me-Not Seniors. Info: 613-283-7210. MEMORY LOSS - Are you a caregiver? Margaret from Alzheimer Society Leeds Grenville is available on the 1st Monday of every month. Guthrie House, Elgin, 1:30 - 3:30pm. 613-359-6000 NASCAR Party, February 23rd, noon. Royal Canadian Legion Upper Rideau Branch # 542, Westport. No cover charge with door prizes, cards, dart board area will be set up. PANCAKE SUPPER: Holy Trinity Anglican Church, North Gower. Tue., Mar 4, 5 - 7pm. Held at the United Church Hall, 2332 Church St. Pancake Supper, Tuesday, March 4, St. Bede’s Church, in parish hall, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Personal Sewing, every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Montague Forget-Me-Not Seniors. Info: 613-283-7210. Snow Road Snowmobile Club Breakfast,
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HAPPY 25TH BIRTHDAY Brittany Bowes February 24 Love Mom, Dad, Amanda, Riley and Kaleb xoxoxo Please join us, family and friends for an Afternoon Tea, to celebrate Earl Stead’s 90th Birthday February 23, 2014 2-4:30 pm Clayton Community Hall Best Wishes Only ANNIVERSARY
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HAPPY 1ST BIRTHDAY KALVYN Your big blue eyes With cute button nose Your chubby little fingers And ten perfect toes. Your small body rolls Jiggle with every step Your contagious smile Every time we connect. A year of love, laughter and fun. Let’s celebrate this little boy turning 1!! Love Mommy, Star, your family and friends! Lots of hugs and kisses xoxoxo
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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. As of July 1, 2014, our “We Remember” publication will only run in
The Millstone on-line newspaper. The Millstone covers Mississippi Mills and aligns well with the community our funeral home serves. Both my Dad and I have some ideas as to how we would like to move forward in honouring your loved ones. We hope to have these ideas come to fruition within the next couple of years. Should you have any questions, concerns or thoughts about our decision, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly by telephone, e-mail, or in person. “We Remember”
FEBRUARY 20th 1971 - White, Agnes B. 1991 - Houston, Peryl May FEBRUARY 21st 1976 - Anderson, Uwieda May 1995 - O’Connell, Helen Mary 2007 - Wood, Margaret 2012 - Reid, Lloyd Miller FEBRUARY 22nd 1993 - Wright, Christobel Nancy FEBRUARY 23rd 1987 - MacDonald, Gary Francis 2000 - McGrath, Beverly Joan Arlene (Dolly) 2008 - Amey, Dr. Xavier Gerald FEBRUARY 24th 1983 - McArthur, Alexander Stuart 1996 - Carter, Zita Veronica 2005 - Brazeau, Paul Joseph 2011 - Galvin, Mary Clare 2013 - Faust, William Oscar
FEBRUARY 25th 1978 - Duncan, Myrtle Meleta 1980 - Majaury, James Henry 1982 - Gleason, Rosemary 1983 - Horton, Arthur Melville Bond 1995 - Stanley, Annie Doreen 2003 - DeLarge, Ida Cora Virginia FEBRUARY 26th 1971 - Van Dusen, James M. 1972 - Bandy, Ernest V. 1972 - Wright, William 1981 - Rintoul, John Galbraith 1986 - Lalonde, James Ernest 2000 - Anderson, Eleanor Rita 2006 - Kirkland, Joseph Thomas (Joe) 2008 - Holmes, Marion Cecelia 2012 - Campkin, Lorraine Jean
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MUNRO Mervyn Suddenly at his home, Fairview Manor, Almonte, Ontario on Monday, February 10, 2014 in his 88th year. Beloved husband of the late Eleanor Amm. Loving father of Wayne and his wife Brenda. Dear brother of Gary (Eunice), Helen (late Glenn) James, John (Marsha), Jean (Murray) Smith, Doug (Nedda). Survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and greatnephews. Mervyn is predeceased by his parents Gilbert and Margaret (Foster) Munro, by brothers Alex, Bert, Jimmy Munro and by sisters Beatrice Desarmia, Vera Church, Flossie Houston, Shirley Drynan and Muriel Stuart. A private family service was held at the Almonte Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 154 Elgin Street, Almonte. Family and friends were invited to the Almonte Civitan Hall for a time of refreshment and fellowship on Wednesday, February 19, 2014 from 2 to 4 pm. Spring interment Auld Kirk Cemetery. A special thank you to all the staff at the Almonte General Hospital, Fairview Manor “Garden Walk” and especially Dr. Franz Ferraris. For those who wish, please consider a donation in Mervyn’s memory to the Almonte General Hospital/ Fairview Manor. Condolences, tributes and donations may be made through www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com.
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25TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Joe and Audrey Kolar February 25, 2014 Lots of love from the Kolar, Link, Marshall and Neron families CARD OF THANKS CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our heartfelt thanks to the caring community who supported us and sorrowed with us at the passing of our dear Melanie. Thanks for the expressions of sympathy, the cards, the hugs, the emails, and the donations to the education account for her children. You have all made what could have been a horrific experience into something a little more bearable. Darius, Kael, Emlyn Watson Judy and Jessica Brown, Kaylie Astin
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HAPPY 18TH BIRTHDAY to Haydn Coughlin February 25th, 2014 A wonderful life is waiting for you. A life full of happiness, success and potential. Welcome to adulthood! With love from your family xoxo CARD OF THANKS
CARD OF THANKS The family of Gordon Bowes would like to thank everyone who came to the visitation and funeral service for Gordon. We would like thank you for all the care and support we received from the remarkable homecare workers and nurses at Bayshore, the Alzheimer’s Society who were such a help to our family with the Day Away Program and the many drivers who made outings such an event for Gordon. A special thank you to all the wonderful staff at Broadview Nursing Centre for their warmth and caring and to those of you who visited Gordon and spent time with him. Our family will never forget all the help and kindness given to Gordon and to our family.
Deakin and Declyn Bell along with their grandparents David and Sherri Lavier, Darryl and Sandy Bell would like to announce the forthcoming marriage of Brittany Lavier and Darcy Bell. Wedding to take place April 26, 2014. Their stag will be on February 22, 2014 at the R.C.A.F. Hall in Smiths Falls at 8 p.m.
IN MEMORIAM LAMING, Lillian In loving memory of our dearest Mom/Nan who passed away 10 years ago on February 21, 2004. We think of you in silence No eyes can see us weep But still within our aching hearts Your memory we keep Always loved and never forgotten Sherry Angel Adam & Families
IN MEMORIAM LAMNG, Lillian Remembering our dear grandmother, great grandmother and friend who passed away February 21, 2004. With much admiration and love. Our hearts are with you today. Sadly missed Kathy and Family
THE EMC - 40 - Thursday, February 20, 2014
Passed away peacefully following illness at Smiths Falls Hospital to be with his beloved Lois on Valentine’s Day, John Robert Pepper at the age of 79. John is predeceased by his parents Silas and Mary (née Cassell), his brother Silas and Bill, and sisters Norma Easter and Mary Moore and the late George. Beloved husband and best friend of Lois (nee McRae) whom passed away at the end January of this year. Devoted father of Kim (Shawn) Benoit. Cherished grandfather of Faith Benoit, Angel (Brendon) Seffinga and Micca Benoit, and greatgrandfather of Tyler and Jaydon Seffinga. He is survived by his brothers Owen (Carol), Bob (Margaret) Pepper and Rosie and the late Bill McCormick and Gwen & Wayne Dalgleish, and sister-in-laws Doreen & Diane as well as his extended family and friends in Smiths Falls and surrounding area. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Friday, February 21, 2014 from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral Service will take place in the Chapel on Saturday at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com
Falvey Diane Mary Falvey
In hospital in Perth on Wednesday, February 12th, 2014 Diane M. Falvey (well respected art conservator and graduate with a degree in ecological agriculture, she farmed in the Perth area with her husband Greg). Born in Toronto on October 30th, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Anne Falvey. Diane will always be loved and remembered by her loving husband Greg Farrow of Perth and by her son George Somerwill of Vancouver. She will be missed by her brothers Daniel Falvey, Jim Landolt and families. Remembered fondly by her life long friends and second family Betty, Jacki and Kim Kroftchak. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W. Perth on Friday, February 14th, 2014 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated in St. John’s Roman Catholic Church, 38 Wilson St. E., Perth on Saturday at 1:30 P.M. In remembrance, contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Special thanks to the remarkable health care team on the third floor of the Perth Hospital. “Diane lived with zeal for life and an unbounded spirit and we will carry her influence in our hearts always”. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com
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Antochi Marion Antochi
Peacefully at Fairview Manor, Almonte, on Monday, February 10, 2014 Marion (Czaharynski) Antochi at the age of 98. Beloved wife of the late Alex Antochi. Predeceased by her parents William and Yrena (Wolynice) Czaharynski, brothers and sisters Daniel Czaharynski, Annie Pyndus, Kathleen Fosti and Michael Czaharynski. Sister-in-law of Veryl Czaharynski of Smiths Falls. Cherished aunt of Sean (Jasna) Czaharynski and their children, Michael, Ilija, and Liam, Kathleen (Brian) Cullen and their daughter Meaghan, Jennie Pyndus, Kay Pyndus, Diane (Rowan) Raphael and their children Sarah, Amy and Andrew, Marlene Czaharynski and their families. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Friday, February 14, 2014 from 10:00 am until Mass of Christian Burial at St. Francis de Sales Church, Smiths Falls at 11:00 a.m. Interment followed at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the Fairview Manor Residents’ Activity Fund. 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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Macpherson Kenneth “Ken” Macpherson
(Member of the Smiths Falls Golf & Country Club) (Member of St. Francis Masonic Lodge ~ Smiths Falls) Passed away peacefully at Smiths Falls Hospital on Thursday, February 13, 2014 Kenneth Gordon Macpherson at the age of 85. Kenneth is predeceased by his parents James and Jessie (nee Eamer) Macpherson, as well as his sister and brother-in-law Luva and Howard Churchill. Sadly missed by his best friend and companion Edith Vanderwal. He is survived by his nieces and nephews, Aubrey (Ann), Ormond (Connie), Glenna, John (Debbie) Churchill, Sandra (Brad) Blair and Larry Churchill, as well as his many great-nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Sunday, February 16, 2014 from 1 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral Service took place on Monday in the Chapel at 11 a.m. Interment took place at Hillcrest Cemetery on Tuesday at 12 noon. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. 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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Elizabeth Jane Mitchell
Lackie, Edmund William (Died February 13, 2014) Peacefully with family by his side in hospital at Carleton Place, Ontario on Thursday, February 13, 2014, at the age of 71 years. He was a kind, funny, wonderful, hard working father who was taken away too soon, but will be dancing forever in our hearts. Ed will be sadly missed by his children Patricia Lackie (Shawn O’Donnell), TerryLee Lackie (Todd Sanderson) and Leonard Lackie. Proud grandfather of Robin Riddell and Torrance Sanderson. Survived by his brother Lawrence (Sandra) and sister Janet Crawford (Elmer). He will also be missed by nieces, nephews and honourary family members who remember him as “Uncle Eddie”. Predeceased by his twin daughters Lorrie-Lee and Lynde-Lee and his parents Lillian and James Lackie. Friends were received at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place on Tuesday, February 18 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. and on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until Funeral Service in the Chapel at 11 a.m. Spring interment United Cemeteries. Donations to the Carleton Place Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. www.barkerfh.com
It is with great sorrow in our hearts that we must tell you of the sudden passing of our beloved Elizabeth Jane (Betty) Mitchell. She died with her family by her side on Monday, Family Day, February 17th, 2014. Betty is survived by her loving family, Robert (Bob) her husband of 38 years, their children - Jennifer (Shawn), Melinda (Tony) Hamilton, Amanda and Andrew, her sisters Barbara (Roger) Beadle and Marjorie (Randy) Rogers and the most important to Betty, her grandchildren, Zakkery and Taylor Hamilton and Kaitlyn Mitchell-Dixon. Betty was predeceased by her parents John and Rose Lawson, her sister Nancy Newberry and her first born grandchild Ryan Gregory Hamilton. She will also be sadly missed by her father-in-law Arnold Mitchell, her brothers and sisters-in-law, her aunts and uncles, her numerous nieces, nephews, friends and neighbours. A gathering to remember Betty’s life will be held on Saturday, February 22nd, 2014 from 2:30 to 4:00 P.M. in the Lanark Civitan Hall. In remembrance, contributions to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Cancer Society would be appreciated. Young Funeral Home, Lanark (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com
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YERXA Diane Elizabeth
Suddenly at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Tuesday February 11, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Alfred Douglas Yerxa. Loving mother of Andrew and David. Sister of Don Blay (Katie), David Blay (JoAnn). Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Friends were received at St Andrew’s Anglican Church Sharbot Lake on Friday, February 14, from 1 pm to 2:30 pm. A celebration of life was held in the Church at 3 pm. There was a luncheon served in the Church hall following the service. Donations to Community Living North Frontenac or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements in care of Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham. Online condolences at goodfellowsfuneralhome.com
Joynt Carol Ann Joynt
Peacefully in hospital, Smiths Falls, after residing for almost 21 years at Lombard Manor, Carol Ann Joynt passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 13, 2014 at the age of 72. Predeceased by her parents Ormand Cecil Joynt and Gertrude Joy (Pritchard) Joynt. Loved sister of Norma (Clarence) Niblock of Smiths Falls, Phyllis (the late Alton) Gould of Sault Ste. Marie, Lois (the late Robert) Favro of Churchville, NY and Russell (Joan) Joynt of Lombardy. Fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews extended family and friends. Special thanks to the staff at Lombard Manor for their exceptional care and concern over all these years, and to Dr. Pierce, Dr. Toth and the staff in the ICU - Smiths Falls for their care and compassion as well. Services and Interment at Rideau Ferry Cemetery will be held in the spring. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the Smiths Falls Free Methodist Church. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com
Demchuk Elizabeth Argyelan Demchuk
Elizabeth Argyelan was born in Hungary in 1918. At the age of 20 she came to Montreal, Canada. The following year she met and married Anthony Demchuk who had come to Montreal from Poland in 1925. Two years later, now with two daughters, Helen and Irene, Elizabeth and Tony moved to Winnipeg, Manitoba; and made a life there, completing the family with a third daughter, Janis. In 1998 after the death of her husband, Elizabeth came to live in Perth to be closer to two of her daughters. In the year 2000 Elizabeth lost her youngest daughter Janis to cancer. She remained in Perth till her death on February 5th, 2014. She is remembered fondly and with love by many, including two Grandchildren, Jeremy and Lara; and three great grandchildren, Willow, Wednesday and Tristan; as well as cousins on the Polish side of the family. In remembrance, contributions to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer 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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Dorman Bonnie Lee Dorman
Passed away peacefully at home, on Tuesday, February 4, 2014 at the age of 59. Beloved daughter of Doris (Maley) and the late Ernie Dorman. Dear Sister of Beverley (Tim) Buchanan. Special Aunt of John, Alanna & Brett Buchanan. She will be sadly missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and friends. Private services will be held for the family. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to St. John’s Anglican Church Memorial Fund. 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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WALLACE Teresa Rose
Peacefully at home with her loving and devoted family by her side on Saturday, February 15, 2014 just shy of her 59th birthday. Beloved wife of Malcolm. Loving mother to Stuart (Emily), Simon, and Philip. Daughter of Leonard Atkinson, and dear sister to Shane. Predeceased by her mother Rose and her brother Peter. Friends are invited to visit with the family at Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Thursday, February 20, 2014 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Friday, February 21, 2014 at 11 o’clock. As expressions of sympathy donations in memory of Teresa to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca
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John Edward Ashley passed away at Smiths Falls Hospital on Tuesday, February 11, 2014, following a brief illness at the age of 75. Loving and devoted father of Shawna (Drew) Thorburn and Erin Ashley (Blaine Smith). Cherished grandfather of John Michael, Shawna, Sophie and Jackson. John will be fondly remembered by Mary Lemmermeyer, Mary’s entire family, Andy and Catharine Kusters, as well as his many friends in the Smiths Falls and surrounding area. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Friday, February 14, 2014 from 3 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral Service took place on Saturday in the Chapel at 11 a.m. Interment followed at Hillcrest Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com
JONES James Henry “J J” Passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, February 9, 2014. “J J” Jones of Almonte (Newfie Native), in his 57th year. Husband and best friend to Yvonne. Missed by his children Raymond (Tamara), Victoria, Melody (Ian), Connie, Jason, Stacy and Matthew. Proud “Papa” to Corrissa, Lawson, Joshua, Dylan, Amanda, William and Faith. Survived by his loving siblings Betty-Ann (John), Mary, Alice, Louise, Juanita, Bill, Fred, Sam and Dave. Now he is with his parents James Henry Sr. and Marie and siblings Donna and Con. Family and friends were received at C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON. (613)-256-3313 On Thursday, February 13, 2014 from 1pm to 3pm. Funeral Service followed in the Chapel. Reception occurred after the service at the Naismith Pub. Donations in memory of JJ may be made to your local branch of the Legion. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com
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IN MEMORIAM
IN MEMORIAM
THOMPSON, Mary – September 7, 1919 February 22, 2013 – In loving memory of our beloved Mom, Grandma, Great Granny and Great Great Granny. Her children were her pride and joy, and what she was living for. There was nothing she would not do, for the family she adored. She kept us all together with her love and with her care, and even if we were miles from home, we could always feel her near. Oh Mom/Grandma you were our home sweet home; our memories of you will forever linger on. We hold you in our hearts forever and ever more, and there you will stay each and every day until we meet again at heavens door. Missing you with smiles and tears for all the memories you gave us in your 93 plus years. Thank you, Mom/Grandma All our Love Your Daughters, Sons-In-law, Sons, Daughters-in-law, Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, Great Great Grandchildren, and all the strays you collected over the years including Jack the dog. We love you
BOWMAN – In loving memory of W. Grant Bowman, 1 year ago February 21st... Today recalls the memory Of a loved one gone to rest, And those who think of him today Are those who loved him best. The flowers we lay upon his grave May wither and decay, But the love for him who lies beneath Will never fade away. Forever in our hearts, Bev, Rod & Bev, Glenn & Kelly, Heather & Tom, Grandchildren and great-grandson.
COLLEEN WOODS May 1, 1930 – February 23, 2010 Four years have passed since that sad day, When one we loved was called away, Loved in life, honoured in death, Treasured in memory, one of the best. Always loved Husband Maynard Son Ron Daughter Marilyn and family
McLAREN, Irene - In loving memory of a dear wife and mother, Irene McLaren, who passed away February 19, 1999. There’s a special kind of feeling When we think about you Irene. It’s a pleasure to remember All the happy times we’ve had. There’s a special kind of caring That is meant for you alone. There’s a place somewhere Within our hearts That only you can own. Husband Boyd McLaren and Family
COMING EVENTS “Classic Country” -From the Heart, For the Heart. February 23, 1:30-7:30 p.m. Westboro Legion, 389 Richmond Rd (near Churchill), Ottawa. Advance tickets $10. 613-592-9433.
WHITEN In memory of a loving husband, father and grandfather, Wade Whiten who passed away on Feb. 23, 2013. It’s lonely here without you We miss you more each day For life is not the same to us Since you were called away. To your resting place we visit Place flowers there with care But no one knows our heartache When we turn and leave you there. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by wife Diane, children: Teena (Matt), Todd, Crystal (Marty); grandchildren: Brandon, Taylor, Zoe, Owen, Charleigh, mother Elaine, brother Brent, sisters Linda, Terry, Penny, Kim and their families
JimmyG Comedy Hypnotist Show, Toledo Legion, Saturday, March 8, 8 p.m. Tickets: $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Tickets available at Kitley Grocery in Toledo or Wrightway Services in Smiths Falls or by calling 613-275-7228.
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Learn your Landowner Rights on March 8. Registration 12 noon, meeting 1 p.m. Held at Deer Brook Hunt Camp, Cruise Rd., North Frontenac. Info call Neil Porteous 613-479-9970.
1956 Wurlitzer, Box, for records roll top glass cover, down both sides at Call 613-267-4463.
Juke (45’s) lights front.
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2000 Polaris ATV 325, low mileage, asking $2,400. OTTAWA VALLEY 613-258-4695. HEREFORD CLUB, AGM and commercial beef seminars. Hybrid vigor All brands of used appliwith Nancy Noecker, & ances sold (or repaired at OSPCA challenges. your place or ours) with Saturday March 1, 12:00 warranty and free delivery. Noon lunch at Admaston We also sell new parts for Public School, Renfrew. most appliances. George Please confirm lunch at Peters Appliances, #3756 613-612-0822. For more Hwy. 43, Smiths Falls (beinfo tween Perth and Smiths ottawaherefords.com Falls). (613)283-8634. ALL BREEDS WELCOME!!
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WHITEN, Wade In loving memory of our dear father, who left us February 23, 2013. Although your smile is gone forever And your hand we can no longer touch We still have wonderful memories Of a Dad we loved so much. Please know you will never be forgotten Though on earth you are no more. In our memories you will live forever Always loved as you were before. Many think the wound inside will heal But, little do they know, the sorrow we still conceal. So Dear God please take a message to our Dad in heaven above Tell him how much we miss him and give him all our love. Deeply missed and always loved by his children and grandchildren Todd Teena and Matt, Brandon, Taylor, Zoe, Owen Crystal & Marty, Charleigh
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Antique chrome gray marble-look top table, $100; TV entertainment unit (accommodates movies, games and equipment), $200; full size 6 drawer dresser with mirror and matching 5 drawer tall dresser, $300. Call between 3-5 p.m. 613-267-5013. Brand New Mattress Sale200+ Beds in Stock. More Quality Less Money. Quality Used Appliances Sold with Warranty. Best Price in Town! Dan Peters Sales- 3768 Hwy 43 West, Smiths Falls. Open Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Delivery Available. After Hours Appointments Available 613-284-1234.
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FIREWOOD Wanted, someone to cut my firewood on shares. Elgin area. 613-359-5275.
MUSIC Certified piano technician, with Piano Technician’s Guild, extensive experience with tuning, repairing and rebuilding. Contact Grant Pattingale at 613-284-8333, 1-877-742-6648 or www.piano4u.ca
Hunter Safety/Canadian Fire-arms Courses and exams throughout the year. Held once a month at Carp. Call Wenda Cochran 613-256-2409.
STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS UP TO 60% OFF!30x40, 40x60, 50x80, 60x100,80x100 sell for balance owed! Call: 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
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Dry firewood available at Buying Comic Books. Old the pile or delivered. Hard- comic books in the house? Turn them into cash today. wood mix. 613-264-8143. My hobby, your gain. selFirewood- Cut, split and lyourcmics@hotmail.com delivered or picked up. Dry 613-539-9617. seasoned hardwood or softwood from $50/face Contractor pays top cash cord. Phone Greg Knops for property in need of (613)658-3358, cell renovation or repair, any area. Gerry Hudson, King(613)340-1045. ston (613)449-1668 Sales Rideau Firewood for sale. Ready Representative to burn. Minimum order Town and Country Realty Ltd, Brokerage required. 613-257-5095. (613)273-5000. TD Loggings, taking orders, tandem loads fire- Wanted - furnace oil, will wood. 18-16-20 lengths remove tank if possible. hardwood, starting Call 613-479-2870. $1,100. 18-21 cords/load. Visa, Mastercard accepted. VEHICLES 613-812-5454 or 613-264-5454 Tyler. 1999 Honda Odyssey van, 7 seater, back seat folds or COMING EVENTS removes. Good running order. 350,000 km. Asking $2,000. 613-323-0440. 2007 Kia Rondo EX, 225,000 km. 6 cylinders. Dark grey, light grey interior. Non-smoking, mostly highway kilometers. $3,700. Call Jeff at 613-258-9958. Assortment of used tires, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16.5. Summers, all-season and snows. Also used car parts. Gord 613-257-2498.
FARM 20 4x5 round bales of grassy hay, $50 each; and 14 4x5 round bales of grassy hay, $55 each. 613-256-3695.
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Beef cattle wanted to buy. Bred cows or cow/calf pairs. Also steers and heifers 400-800 lbs. 613-273-5557.
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Lyndhurst Gun & Militaria Show at the Lyndhurst Legion. Sunday, February 23, 2014, 9 am-3 pm. Halfway between Kingston and Smiths Falls. Take Hwy 15 to 33, follow 33 to the Legion. Admission $5.00. Ladies and accompanied children under 16 free. Buy/sell/trade. Firearms, ammunition, knives, military antiques, hunting gear & fishing tackle. For show info and table inquiries call John (613)928-2382, siderisjp@sympatico.ca. All firearm laws are to be obeyed, trigger locks are required.
Reasonable Offers accepted. Simmons hide-abed, double, excellent condition; dining kitchen set, pine wood finish, 4 hoop back chairs; large black arbourite coffee table, like new; 32” Panasonic TV with stand; desk, pine coloured, 8 drawers, 2 standup fans. 613-267-1829.
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Registered Black Angus Bulls For Sale Burnbrae Farms has two yearling bulls for sale. Sired by Net FARM Worth from 2 of our top cows. These bulls were 4x5 round bales of hay for born last January and are sale. Stored under cover. ready to go to work. ConCarleton Place area. tact Richard for more de613-253-8006. tails $2,000 Please Contact 613-341-2029 Hay for Sale- 2013 4x5 hard core round bales, Registered Clydesdale first cut grassy and stored mare, 8 years old, broke inside -contact double and single, dark 613-284-1753. bay, nicely marked, quiet; 3 year old commercial Hay- large and small gelding, greenbroke sinbales. Excellent quality. gle, bay and nicely Delivery available. Leave marked. Please call Mike message 613-345-1655. 613-264-1980.
CONSOLIDATE Debts Mortgages to 90% No income, Bad credit OK! Better Option Mortgage #10969 1-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com
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Cedar (white), quality lumber, most sizes, decking, T&G, channel rustic. Also huge bundles of cedar slabs ($45) and large bags of shavings ($35). www.scoutenwhitecedar.ca Everett piano for sale, (613)283-3629. asking $500. 5’ long, 3’ Disability Products. Buy high, 2’ deep. and Sell stair lifts, scoot- 613-275-2342. ers, bath lifts, patient lifts, hospital beds, etc. Call Silver Cross Ottawa HUNTING SUPPLIES (613)231-3549. Canadian Firearm/Hunter I Connect AV. Need help Safety Courses. Call Dave with your electronics, are Arbour 613-257-7489 or they hooked up right? Au- visit www. dio video in-home tutor- valleysportsmanshow.com ing. Mike 613-285-0655, for dates and details of courses near you. 613-264-5515. Maple syrup supplies and containers for sale, call Harold at 613-499-2090 or 613-341-1868 or walkermaple@ripnet.com
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2013 hay, timothy, brome, small square bales, $3.50 firm; 13 green lamming pens, excellent condition, $85 each. Carleton P l a c e / P e r t h 613-326-0366.
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FINANCIAL / INCOME TAX Personal tax preparation, over 40 years experience, $35. Valerie Kerr 613-267-6708. Franktown Road. The Only Way, Personal and Small Business Tax Preparation. Certified and Professional, prompt and efficient service. Patricia Hendry 613-267-5293 (home). Answering service available.
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JD 5500 4x4 loader $1,575; NH 4630 like new $8,950; Neufield 342 loader $3,250; IH 5100 drill 16x7 $2,950. 613-223-6026.
St. Jean’s Farrier Service. Carleton Place, downtown, 2 stores, 761 sq. ft. 613-283-1198. $650. 1000 ft. $875. Also Wanted to buy, horses, Gibson Center, good comcolts and ponies, all types. mercial office space, 900, Contact Bob Perkins at 1200, 3000 sq. ft. 613-257-5711. (613)342-6030.
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Store front retail space. Excellent location, downtown Carleton Place, near Pug puppies, dewormed town hall. 613-867-1905. and first shots, ready to go March 1. $700. Call FOR RENT 613-326-0091.
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DONOVAN, Helen Marie, February 22, 1998 Remembering a beloved mother and grandmother who dedicated her life to her children A special laugh, a special face, And in our hearts a special place. No words we speak can every say, How much we miss you everyday. Love you forever and always, Joan, Don, Charlie, Dianne, Art and Nancy and grandchildren
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Set your dog free with a Dogwatch Hidden Fence System. Service and installation of any system. 1(800)647-3307. www.dogwatchontario.ca
1 bdrm, utilities and appliances included. $900 per month. Secure, Adults only bldg. Call 613-278-2878.
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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
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COMMERCIAL RENT
COMMERCIAL RENT
FOR LEASE Heritage Court is an amazing group of 7 retail stores under one roof in Downtown Almonte. Effective April 1st 1200 square feet of store front space will be available for a successful retail business. For additional information please contact Gord Pike at 613-720-0456. CL454261_0213 COMPUTER
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FOR RENT 1 bedroom apartment in Old Town Kemptville, top floor of tri-plex, newly renovated, fridge, stove, heat, parking and storage included. No dogs. No smoking. $695/month. Available April 1. Please leave a message 613-720-4328.
1 bedroom apt. Downtown Perth. $775 utilities included. Fridge, stove included. 613-267-6115.
1 bedroom, second floor apartment, Balderson. Fridge, stove, heat and hydro included. $900/month. No pets. First and last required. Gerry 613-278-0088.
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1 bedroom upstairs apt. Central location, Carleton Place. Fridge and stove included. First and last months rent and good references required. $650 plus heat and hydro. No pets. 613-257-4627. 2 bedroom 3rd floor apartment. Perth. Heat, water, fridge, stove, parking, yard. Coin laundry in basement. $700/month plus hydro. Available January 1. 613-267-6617.
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1 bedroom apt. 15 min. east of Perth. $650 plus heat. Fridge, stove, washer, dryer included. 613-267-6115.
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LUXURY APARTMENTS COLONEL BY now has a couple of two bedroom units available, with one or two bathrooms. COLONEL BY is a luxury apartment building with a library, entertainment room, exercise room. All units have central air. Located in a residential area close to the County Fair Mall in Smiths Falls. For information call Andrew Mitton 613-283-9650 FOR SALE
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2 bedroom apartment in Smiths Falls, centrally located, heat, hydro and water, parking and laundry included. $850/month. Call Perry 613-284-4191, Weagle Realty Ltd Brokerage. 2 bedroom apt. Perth. Upper level. Balcony, laundry room. Heat included. Parking. Fridge and stove. Renovated. $740 plus hydro. First/last. References. 613-868-5323. 2 bedroom, bright, clean apt. Carleton Place. Appliances included. Quiet neighborhood, free parking. Hydro extra. Close to amenities. A must see! 613-257-1566. 2 bedroom -Carleton Place $760. Well maintained, clean, quiet apartment building, secure entrance. Stove, fridge, parking included, hydro extra. Laundry on first floor. 613-913-3095.
2 level 3 bedroom home. 6 years new in sought after neighbourhood minutes to Perth. Great room with gas fireplace. Great working kitchen. Main floor master with ensuite and walk-in closet. Main floor laundry/powder room. Upper level 2 large bedrooms and 4 piece bath. Partially finished basement and cozy family room. 2 car garage. $1,500/mth plus utilities. To view 613-264-0002. (2)2 bedroom apartments in Perth, fridge and stove included, 670 and $795 plus hydro. Call 613-267-6115. 3 bedroom, newer executive home with view of Dalhousie Lake. Access to public beach, 5 appliances included, main floor master with ensuite, rent $1,100 per month. Propane heat and utilities extra. Respectfully, no smoking, no pets. 613-264-0002.
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Almonte- 2 private rooms, 1 room $480.00 and 1 room with private bathroom $570.00, Bachelor Apartment $675.00 all inc util. internet, cable. Carleton Place- 2 1 Bedroom Apt, $670.00 .plus util. Commercial or retail space $650.00 plus ulil Indoor and outdoor parking and storage for rent. Call 613-253-7777. Almonte, house for rent, 3 bedrooms, gas heat, garage, large lot. $1,200/month plus utilities, no pets. Available March 1. 613-256-3202. Carleton Place. 2 bedroom apartment, private entrance, March 1. Heat, hydro, cable included. No pets. 613-257-5387. Carleton Place, apartment downtown, stairs, first/last month rent, references, no smoking, no pets. 613-867-1905.
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Kemptville- 2 bedroom, Grd flr apartment in downtown Bungalow. Newly renovated, new appliances. Fridge, range, m/w, d/w included. Coin washer/dryer in basement. Electric fireplace. No smoking. Large common yard. Utilities, heating and parking included- $1250/mth. References, first and last req’d. Call 613-489-2323 or 613-880-8586.
Merrickville, $975. References required. Quiet, private, bright, furnished or unfurnished. Fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, laundry, bedroom (queen), A/C, patio, parking, 4 minute walk to downtown. No smoking, no pets. 613-269-2964.
Merrickvillecentral, 2-storey, 1 bedroom plus loft apartment newly renovated, 2 bathrooms, parking, washer, dryer, fridge stove, dishwasher and water included. Hardwood floors. $1,000/month plus heat and hydro. 613-608-6033. Serious enquiries only please.
Merrickville, 1 bedroom spacious, luxury apartment, newly renovated, 10’ ceilings, hydro massage soaker tub in large bathroom with separate standup shower, real slate and hardwood floors, 5 stainless steel appliances. Heat, hydro, storage and parking included. No smoking. No pets. Available February 1. $1,100/month. Leave a message 613-720-4328.
One month free rent! Brand new 2 and 3 bedroom terrace homes with stainless steel appliances, washer and dryer, ceramic tile and ceramic back splash and much more in desirable neighbourhood. Across from the hospital. $1,250-$1,400/mth. Water, condo fees and 1 parking spot included. Heat and hydro extra. Move-in today. For more information call Mike 613-325-0754 or 613-366-2007.
Downtown Smiths Falls, 2 bedroom, 18 Beckwith St South. Heat, hydro, water and parking included. Laundry facilities on site. Available March 1. 613-284-1736. For Rent, 2 Bedroom upper apartment available April 1st. First and last required. $600.00 plus utilities, appliances included. No pets, no smoking. Apartment is located in village of Lombardy, centrally located. Perfect for couple or single parent. Please call 613-283-5523 or 813-812-5523 for more information. Hopetown/Lanark area, heated small 2 bedroom bungalow, $725/month. Fridge and stove included. References. Suitable for quiet couple. Call 613-259-3201 leave message.
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Kemptville- 2 bedroom upstairs apt. Available at Sandy Mountain. No pets. First, last, references required. $850/mth. includes heat, hydro, fridge, stove, parking. 613-989-2100. Kemptville- brand new, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms contemporary condo terrace home in desirable neighbourhood. 1138 sq.ft. many upgrades. Close to hospital, schools, hiking tails and shopping. Condo fees, water and parking spot are included. Gas and hydro extra. $1,300/mth. Call Mike 613-325-0754.
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Code Apartments. Smiths Falls. Spacious, bright, 2 bedroom in clean, quiet, adult building. Fridge, stove, parking, laundry facilities. (613)283-7779.
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LEGAL NOTICE TO CREDITORS & OTHERS ALL CLAIMS against the Estate of MICHAEL GAGYI, late of 113 MacCampbell Drive, Perth, Ontario K7H 0A3 (in the County of Lanark), who died on or about the 18th day of October, 2013, must be filed with the hereinafter stated Solicitor for the undersigned personal representative on or before the 7th day of April, 2014; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said Estate, having regard only to claims then filed. DATED at Smiths Falls, Ontario, this 12th day of February 2014. MARIE ALINE DENYSE GAGYI, Estate Trustee Without a Will (Administratrix) Gregory W. Fournier, Solicitor 35 Daniel Street, Box 752 Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 4W6 Her Solicitor herein.
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HUMAN RESOURCES CLERK (Posting #CS2014-001) ROAD MAINTENANCE CREW â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 Positions (Posting #PW2014-002) CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST (Posting #PW2014-003) For further details including qualifications and application deadline, visit our website at www.lanarkcounty.ca
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Lanark County is seeking competent, dynamic students to fill the following student positions this summer:
Experience needed. Asset to have experience in Indian breakfast and European and Indian dinner. Must be able to do prep work and excel in a busy work environment. Please forward your resume to chef@chucklesjack.com Hourly pay $11.90 33 Centre Street, Smiths Falls. On K7A 3B8 Fax 613 2051397
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Should be familiar with streets and surrounding roads. Top of the industry remuneration paid. Excellent supplemental income for semi-retired and retired persons. Please call Brett
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The Lanark County Housing Corporation in Smiths Falls is seeking competent, dynamic students to ďŹ ll the following SUMMER STUDENT opportunities in Carleton Place, Perth and Smiths Falls: MAINTENANCE REPAIR CREW - #LHC2014-002 OFFICE CLERK - #LHC2014-003
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Smiths Falls. 1 bedroom apartment, ground floor, large living room with gas fireplace, kitchen, fridge, stove, microwave, lots of cupboards, 3 pc bath with shower in tub. Heat and hydro all inclusive. Parking for one car. Available May 1. Centrally located. No Perth - Large & Bright 2 pets. No smoking. Call Bedroom Apt. in a quiet Graham for appointment building on the 2nd floor. 613-283-0865. Walking distance to downtown. Very bright Smiths Falls- available imwith 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ceilings. In- mediately. Nice 2 bedroom cludes heat, water, apt. Downtown. Heat infridge, stove and parking. cluded. $725/mth. $835/mth. No smoking, 613-283-7000. no pets. Available Mar 1. Laundry available. Smiths Falls- Carss613-227-9110 ridge Apartment, 1 bedroom, $935/month, Perth- 1 bedroom apt. available immediately. Centrally located. $675 in- Heat, hydro, cable includes heat, water, fridge, cluded. Please call stove. No pets, non-smok- 613-283-9650. ing building. Available March 1. First/last months Smiths Falls, Chambers rent. 613-257-2338. St., cozy 2 bedroom, upper, heated. Perth- 2 bedroom $700/month plus hydro. apartment, $775/mth. March 1. References, first last required. Available immediately. and First/last required. 613-206-1577. Please call Smiths Falls. Nice 2 bed613-283-9650. room upstairs apartment. Perth, 2 bedroom apart- Fridge, stove, back yard, ment in clean, quiet, adult parking, non-smoking, no building. 10 Craig St. pets, first and last. $755 Fridge, stove, parking and plus hydro. 613-342-0829, laundry facilities. please leave message. $820/month + utilities. Available immediately. Smiths Falls, room for rent, clean, central, lots of Phone 613-283-5996. added features, available March first. Phone Perth, 2 bedroom apart- 613-283-7278. ment in quiet security building. Well looked after. Fridge, stove, parking, balPERSONAL cony. Laundry in building. $795/month plus hydro. No dogs. (613)349-9377. Alcoholics Anonymous (613)284-2696. Perth. Charming 2 bedroom apartment, in clean, Are you concerned about drinking? secure building, close to someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pool and amenities. No There is help available for you in AL-ANON/Alateen. dogs. Available April 1. Call 613-284-6100, 613-267-6940. 257-3138, 272-3105, 203-3713, 826-2566, Perth, large, bright 2 bed- 283-5038. room apartments. Close to stores and other Dennis McCarthy, born amenities. Laundry, stor- July 1, 1977, and Brad age locker and parking McLinchey, born Decemavailable. Ample kitchen ber 30, 1974, or anyone cabinets and closet space. knowing their Private balcony. Fridge whereabouts please call and stove provided. Please Kate McGinnis as soon as call 613-264-0002. possible 613-253-2111 extension 6105. RETIREMENT APARTMENTS, ALL INCLUSIVE Overeaters Anonymous Meals, transportation, ac- 613-264-5158 tivities daily. Short Leases. Monthly TRUE PSYCHICS Specials! For Answers, CALL NOW Call 877-210-4130 24/7 Toll FREE 1-877-342-3032 Mobile: #4486 www.truepsySTORAGE chics.ca Oxford Station- Bright, spacious 2 bedroom apartment, 10 minutes from Kemptville. $1,175/month includes heat, hydro. Available March 1. Beth 613-231-4127.
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For further details including qualiďŹ cations and application deadline, visit our website at: www.lanarkcounty.ca If you meet the position qualiďŹ cations as found on our website, we look forward to receiving your rĂŠsumĂŠ.
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The Town of Mississippi Mills is an urban and rural municipality with a population of 12,385 located in the County of Lanark. The Building Inspector reports to the Chief Building Official and is responsible for the following:
For over 60 years Magellan Aerospace, Haley has been producing magnesium and aluminum castings for the aerospace industry. Located in the heart of the Ottawa Valley west of Renfrew we have an immediate opening for a:
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Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection.
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LEGAL NOTICE TO CREDITORS & OTHERS
BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THE FOLLOWING DELIVERY ROUTE
Employment Opportunity Engineering Coordinator
Work consists of weekly pickup and delivery of papers from our Smiths Falls warehouse and delivered to mailboxes and specified addresses. Route maps and addresses will be provided within the geographic boundary of the specified route. Bids accepted unĆ&#x;l Friday Feb 28, 2014 (5 p.m.) Contracts Commence Wednesday March 6, 2014 Required documentaĆ&#x;on includes bid price, proof of insurance, proof of valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence and driving abstract. When submiĆŤng a bid remember to include reference # of route. Bid informaĆ&#x;on packages available for pick up at the front desk located at 65 Lorne Street, Smiths Falls, ON. Bids addressed to: Lori Sommerdyk, DistribuĆ&#x;on Manager 80 Lorne Street, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 5J7 Email: lsommerdyk@stlemc.ca
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CONTRACT NOT NECESSARILY AWARDED TO LOWEST BIDDER. NOT A PUBLIC OPENING
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.
Developmental Services of Leeds and Grenville
The position of the Community Connections Support Worker is responsible for developing a broad range of client centered activities that promote choice in the areas of leisure/recreation, sensory activities, mobility fitness and integrated community outings. Instruction may be small group or individual and will always focus on promoting skill development and independence. Community Connections Support Workers are responsible for writing annual Community Connections Service plans, progress documentation and contributing to Individual Service Plans/Life plans as necessary. Minimum Requirements: â&#x20AC;˘ 2 year community college diploma (DSW, CYW preferred) â&#x20AC;˘ 3 years practical experience with individuals who have a developmental disability in a community setting â&#x20AC;˘ CPI, CPR and First Aid Training â&#x20AC;˘ Valid Ontario driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
Please submit your resume to: sec@smithsequip.com
CNC MILL MACHINIST(S) (Brockville Plant)
February 14, 2014
James Ross Limited is a metal fabricator of innovative cleaning equipment for the Pulp and Paper industry. They operate four CNC machines including their new Nicolas Correa Axia 11.5 meter planner mill.
SOLOWAY WRIGHT LLP Attention: Travis A. Webb Barristers & Solicitors 900-427 Laurier Avenue West Ottawa, Ontario K1R 7Y2 Solicitors for the Estate Trustees Lois Taber and Joan Rombouts
You will be employed in a pleasant and supportive environment in Brockville, ON and enjoy a competitive salary and fringe beneďŹ ts. If you want to develop your machinist career on some of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ nest machinery, then mail or e-mail your resume to:
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C.W. ARMSTRONG P.O. BOX 773 201 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 84 KING STREET WEST BROCKVILLE, ON K6V 5W1 e-mail: c.w.armstrong@myhighspeed.ca 1 877 779-2362 or (613) 498-2290
REQUIRES A Park Manager The Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley is seeking a Park Manager for Bellamy Park. In cooperation with the Bellamy Park Management Board, the Manager shall plan, organize the administration, operation maintenance and development of programs at Bellamy Park, and organize, direct and control staff at Bellamy Park. Copies of the Job Description are available at the Township OfďŹ ce or on the Townshipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s web site at www.elizabethtown-kitley.on.ca.
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QualiďŹ ed applicants are invited to submit a resume, outlining work history, relevant education and qualiďŹ cations, in conďŹ dence, by 4:00 p.m. on March 4th, 2014 to: Yvonne L. Robert Administrator-Clerk Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley 6544 New Dublin Road R.R. #2 Addison, ON K0E 1A0 E-mail: yrobert@elizabethtown-kitley.on.ca Telephone: 613-345-7480
We thank all applicants for their interest in applying for this position, but only those qualifying for an interview will be contacted. The Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley is an equal opportunity employer following rules and regulations set out by the Human Rights Code, and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation.â&#x20AC;? THE EMC - 45 - Thursday, February 20, 2014
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TOWNSHIP OF ELIZABETHTOWN-KITLEY
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Service Technician â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Position Available Immediately Must have experience working in one of the following trades: Farm Machinery Repair or Heavy Equipment Repair or Automotive Repair Willing to work 40-44HRS a week Willing to attend factory training Works well independently and with others Works well under timely deadlines in a professional and safe manor Exhibits good record keeping Exhibits good computer skills Must have your own general tools Must have a reasonable driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license abstract report Willing to participate in our health and safety program Promote Smiths Farm Equipment to our established customers and potential new customers Service Department Clerk â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Position Available Immediately Experience working in a dealership service department would be an asset Applicants will need to have great communication and organization skills The ability to work in a team environment as well on your own Great computer skills are required Willing to attend factory training Willing to participate in our health and safety program Job duties include but not limited to the following: Prepare well documented work orders Prepare and submit customer billing Prepare and submit all warranty claims to our suppliers Prepare and submit training requests Aid in the scheduling of work through the service department Promote service department growth through advertising and one on one contact Smiths Farm Equipment offers uniforms for technicians and an excellent benefits package. Wage will reflect experience.
Submit resume by Monday, February 24, 2014 to: Executive Director, DSLG, P.O. Box 1688, Brockville, ON K6V 6K8 Fax: (613) 345-1685 or lostler@developmentalservices.com
Gregory W. Fournier, Solicitor 35 Daniel Street, Box 752 Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 4W6
Claims against the Estate of Bessie Velma Salter, late of Smiths Falls, Ontario (who died on January 23, 2014) must be in our hands by March 20, 2014, after which the Estate will be distributed.
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CHAD LEE HENDY, Estate Trustee With a Will (Executor)
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS
has an opening for a full-time Community Support Worker at Community Connections 6 Month Contract (with possible extension)
Please visit www.developmentalservices.com for complete job description.
DATED at Smiths Falls, Ontario, this 30th day of January 2014.
His Solicitor herein.
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Program Assistant (Part time) Anticipated Start Date: April 7, 2014 Role Description: s 0ROVIDES PROGRAM SUPPORT TO THE (OSPICE 4EAM s /RGANIZES MEETINGS CONFERENCES SEMINARS s )NDENTIlES ISSUES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENHANCED OR EXPANDED hospice services s &ACILITATES THE ORIENTATION OF NEW ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF AND ADMIN volunteers, ensures that they have the necessary supplies and equipment s 0REPARATION OF ANNUAL REPORT AND STATISTICAL REPORTS THROUGH EXISTing database s -ANAGE FUNDRAISING DATABASES AND DATA ENTRY The successful candidate will: s (AVE MINIMUM OF YEARS EXPERIENCE IN A PROGRAM ASSISTANT ROLE s (AVE EXPERIENCE IN GOVERNANCE WITH A "OARD OF $IRECTORS s (AVE EXCELLENT KNOWLEDGE OF -3 OFlCE AND OTHER TOOLS WORD outlook, excel, powerpoint, internet) s "E A TEAM PLAYER AND ABLE TO WORK AUTONOMOUSLY s "E EMPATHETIC COMPASSIONATE AND SHOW SENSITIVITY TO CLIENTS THAT are emotional or in distress s (AVE A KEEN INTEREST IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE AND WILLINGNESS TO provide support outside of regular business hours s %XPERIENCE WITH 'IFT 7ORKS &UNDRAISING $ATABASE IS CONSIDERED an asset 4HIS IS A PART TIME CONTRACT ENTRY LEVEL POSITION FUNDED THROUGH THE #HAMPLAIN ,(). )NTERESTED CANDIDATES ARE ASKED TO EMAIL A COVER letter with salary expectations and current rĂŠsumĂŠ. $EADLINE DATE BY P M ON &RIDAY &EBRUARY TO DAWN RODGER BETHDONOVANHOSPICE CA %XECUTIVE $IRECTOR Attn: Hiring Committee Beth Donovan Hospice thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. .O PHONE CALLS PLEASE
The Municipality of North Grenville is accepting resumes from interested and qualiďŹ ed candidates for the position of Engineering Coordinator (full time, permanent). A complete job description and information regarding salary is available at www.northgrenville.ca/employment.cfm. Your resume and references must be submitted no later than 4:00 p.m. (local time) on Thursday March 6, 2014 to: Christa Stewart, Public Works Clerk Municipality of North Grenville 285 County Road 44, Box 130, Kemptville ON K0G 1J0 Telephone: 613-258-9569 x133 Fax: 613-258-9620 e-mail: cstewart@northgrenville.on.ca
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Beth Donovan Hospice is a registered charity dedicated to providing specialized compassionate support and respite care to individuals and their familes who have been diagnosed with a life limiting or terminal illness. We are looking for a well organized individual with excellent communication skills for the following position:
ALL CLAIMS against the Estate of BRIAN OWEN JOSEPH HENDY, late of 37 Daniel Street, Smiths Falls, Ontario, K7A 1J5 (in the County of Lanark), who died on or about the 22nd day of December, 2013, must be filed with the hereinafter stated Solicitor for the undersigned personal representative on or before the 24th day of March, 2014; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said Estate, having regard only to claims then filed.
Administrative Assistant position, VonSchrader Canada, Carleton Place. Strong computer skills, A/P, A/R, Payroll, Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, Quick Books. Experience in Internet Marketing an asset. Email resume to vonschradercanada@bellnet.ca 613-257-5200. CANCEL YOUR TIMESHARE. NO RISK program. STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. FREE Consultation. Call us NOW. We can Help! 1-888-356-5248 Conveinence Store in Perth looking for mature, polite, responsible and reliable person to work parttime during evenings and weekends. If interested please email a resume to convenience230@hotmail.ca Dental Hygienist for 1 year maternity leave, start mid-April. Full-time. Almonte. Fax resume to: 613-256-1832. Do you have 10 hours/week To Earn $1500/month? Operate a Mini Office from your home computer. Free Online training. www.debsminioffice.com
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HELP WANTED!! Make up to $1000 A Week Mailing Brochures From Home! Helping Home Workers Since 2001! Genuine Opportunity! NO Experience Required! Start Immediately! www.TheMailingHub.com
Greyleith, part of the Cruickshank Group of companies has openings for the following positions:
Heavy Struc tural , Ski ll ed L abourers We are currently looking for individuals skilled in structural concrete formwork and experienced labourers for projects in the Eastern Ontario and Ottawa Valley area. We are looking for hard working individuals who always keep safety in mind.
To apply, please send resume and cover letter in confidence to: ghr11@ c rui c kshankgroup.c om or Fax # 613-2534658 as soon as possible.
www.cruickshankgroup.com
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Big Brothers Big Sisters
HOMEWORKERS NEEDED!!! $775.35 Weekly Mailing Companies Brochures / DATA ENTRY For Cash, $300-$1000 Daily From Your Home Computer. Genuine!. PT/FT, No Experience Required. Start Immediately!. www.CanadianMailers.com
Part-time Creative Support Worker required for young man with autism. Evenings, alternate weekend days. Own transportation necessary. Email resume: janice_g_martin@hotmail. com
HOME IMPROVEMENTS No job too small! Free estimates • Home Renovations • Plumbing Repairs • Painting/cleanup • Concrete work Doug Morley 257-7177
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Family Relief Worker - TransportaƟon
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The Family Relief Program provides support to individuals with special needs. We are seeking a caring and reliable individual to transport a child from Carleton Place to the Beckwith Day Care on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at 8:50 am then bring him home at 2:55pm. Interested candidates must have a valid license, 2 million liability insurance and a recent criminal reference check.
Tired from working all week and then having to clean all weekend! I am an energetic, house cleaner looking for a few new clients. Very experienced and extremely thorough. Cleaning in the Carleton Place and surrounding areas. References upon request. Barb McKay 613-492-0448.
Classifieds get results. 283-3182 Toll-free 1-888-9673237 1-888WORD ADS
EXPERIENCED CONSTRUCTION SALES PERSON Submit resumes by email to jim@awdcontractors.ca or fax 613-267-4212
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NOTICE OF TENDER Rideau Community Health Services invites tenders for janitorial services at: Merrickville District Community Health Centre 354 Read Street, Merrickville and/or Smiths Falls Community Health Centre 2 Gould Street, Smiths Falls Interested parties must obtain tender specifications from Judy Harting 613-269-3400 x226 or e-mail jharting@RideauCHS.ca Proposals must be submitted to the undersigned no later than Friday March 7th, 2014 at 4:00 pm. Anne Caron, Director Corporate Services 354 Read Street, P.O. Box 550 Merrickville, ON K0G 1N0 acaron@RideauCHS.ca
SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER MUNICIPAL TAX SALES ACT THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF SMITHS FALLS
FAX YOUR AD 283-5909
BUSINESS SERVICES
SAWBLADE SHARPENING: Tools not cutting it? We sharpen carbide sawblades, chainsaws, reel mowers, etc. Contact Riley 613-400-7288 email ssharpening@outlook.com Stittsville Area
GARAGE SALE/ FLEA MARKET Almonte Antique Market, 26 Mill St. in historic downtown Almonte. 613-256-1511. 36 vendors. Open daily 10-5.
HELP WANTED
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30 BenneƩ Street, Unit1 Carleton Place, ON K7C 4J9 Tel: 257-7619 or 1-866-257-7618 Fax: 257-2209
The Painter Barry Richardson, Free estimate, Great preparation, Beautiful finish. Barry does estimate, preparation and painting. 613-200-0256 Carleton Place.
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Lanark Community Programs Lanark County Family Relief Program
Deadline for applicaƟons is February 28th, 2014 at 12:00pm.
and read “Business Opportunity” in ABOUT US to learn about a selfemployment opportunity serving businesses in your community. A background in sales, marketing or customer services is ideal to utilize our advertising venue offering businesses help in sustaining and increasing sales. There are no fees. Or call 705-325-0652 for further details.
Willows Agriservices Ltd. is looking to hire a field sprayer operator for the 2014 cropping season. The ideal candidate would possess 5 or more years of experience and have a valid exterminators license. The position can be seasonal or lead to full time employment. An AZ license would be an asset. Please email resumes to: jenn@willowsagriservices.ca WILLOWS Agriservices Ltd 422 Hartsgravel Rd. Delta ON, K0E 1G0
Position Purpose: To create, influence and improve the social media presence of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County and its events and activities. Note: Successful candidate must be eligible for E.I. Benefits. To verify your eligibility for this program, you may visit your local Service Canada office and ask them to verify your eligibility for a “JCP” program. For more information, please visit www.bigbrothersbigsisterslanark.ca
Interested candidates should download a worker applicaƟon from our web site www.lcp-fr.com and submit it with resume to Family Relief Program AƩenƟon to ChrisƟne Crampton, address above or call 613 257-7619 ext. 326.
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Maple Key Day Camp in Perth is looking for talented and energetic WORK WANTED male and female counselors for Summer Certified Mason. 12 years 2014. Apply online at experience. Chimney rewww.maplekeydaycamp.com pair, restoration, parging, repointing. Brick, block Mature, experienced and stone. Small/big job server needed. Flexible specialist. Free estimates. schedule. Part-time/Full- 613-250-0290. time. Apply by resume at: Free pick-up of old appli73 Bridge St., Carleton ances, furnaces, A/Cs, car Place or call batteries, electronics, oth613-257-1500. er scrap metal. Scott in Carleton Place Opportunity for 2 hairsty- 613-240-0374. lists with clientelle, 2 chairs available for rental M&K Renovations looking at Trichology Stylists, for jobs: Siding, decking, Perth. Cutting chair and fencing, drywall, painting, station, separate chair in laminated floors, windows, Call Mike for chemical area. Be self em- doors. 613-259-2446, ployed and control your quote, 613-464-2622. income. Enquiries kept confidential. Call or email: Professional & Reliable 613-326-0909 or andres- Movers- 2 Men & 17’ sash@outlook.com Cube $95/hr, 2 Men & 16’ Refrigerated Cube Van $95 Paid In Advance! Make hr + Fuel Surcharge, 3 $1000 a week mailing bro- Men & 25’ Moving Van $125/hr. Call to Book your chures from Home! Helping Home workers Move 613-284-8281. since 2001! Genuine Opportunity! No Experience WORK WANTED Required. Start Immediately! www.mailingpartners.net
of Lanark County
Social Media Coordinator (Job Creation Partnership Position through Ministry of Training Colleges & Universities)
WORK WANTED
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HELP WANTED
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HELP WANTED
We are looking for PHONE LINE VOLUNTEERS for our Brockville, Carleton Place, Gananoque, Kemptville, Perth & Prescott Offices If you possess a desire to help others who are experiencing difficulties and/or distress please call Debbie or Bruce at (613) 345-1290 or 1-866-544-5614 as soon as possible. Training is provided. THE EMC - 46 - Thursday, February 20, 2014
TAKE NOTICE that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on February 27th, 2014, at the law firm of Howard Ryan Kelford Knott & Dixon, 2 Main Street East, Smiths Falls, Ontario, K7A 1A2. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same date at 3:15 p.m. Description of Lands:1. LT 10 W/S KENSINGTON AVENUE PL 13884 LANARK S MONTAGUE; TOWN OF SMITHS FALLS (Assessment Roll No. 0904-020-025-28000) Minimum Tender Amount
$20,514.51
Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or a bank draft, trust corporation or Province of Ontario Savings Office payable to the Municipality (or Board) and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount. The Municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. The Municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. This sale is governed by the Municipal Sales Tax Act and the Municipal Sales Tax Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and the relevant land transfer tax. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender contact: RICHARD T. KNOTT, SOLICITOR HOWARD RYAN KELFORD KNOTT & DIXON 2 MAIN STREET EAST SMITHS FALLS, ON K7A 1A2
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HERD ASSISTANT One Part Time & One Summer Student
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After 10 years of providing a trustworthy auction service based on honesty & integrity we are the areas leaders in the industry, we have a large network of buyers, acquiring the most for your items. We have even expanded our services to property clean ups, from start to finish we have the expertise to know what items can be brought to auction & what can be disposed of. We are your full Auction Service solution! Booking now for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s auction season! Give us a call and letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s see what we can do for you! To visit us on our new website go to www.lmauctions.ca
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Township of Drummond/North Elmsley Request for Proposal Preparation of a Development Charges Study and By-law Sealed proposals, each clearly marked as to their contents, will be received by Cindy Halcrow, Clerk Administrator, during normal ofďŹ ce hours until the hour of 12:00 pm. (noon, local time) on March 14, 2014 for the Preparation of a Development Charges Study and By-law
Request for Proposal Long Term Plan Financial Plan Sealed proposals, each clearly marked as to their contents, will be received by Cindy Halcrow, Clerk Administrator, during normal ofďŹ ce hours until the hour of 12:00 pm. (noon, local time) on March 14, 2014 for the Preparation of a Long Term Plan Financial Plan.
Request for Proposal General Insurance and Risk Management Services Program Sealed proposals, each clearly marked as to their contents, will be received by Cindy Halcrow, Clerk Administrator, during normal ofďŹ ce hours until the hour of 12:00 p.m. (noon, local time) on March 14, 2014 for General Insurance and Risk Management Services Program. Request for proposal documents for the above are available at the Township OfďŹ ce, 310 Port Elmsley Road, RR 5, Perth, during normal ofďŹ ce hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or by emailing chalcrow@dnetownship.ca. The Township of Drummond/North Elmsley reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals. The lowest or any proposal may not necessarily be accepted.
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REGISTER NOW FOR MARCH START DATES
We Offer: A Wide Range of Funding Options
Human Resources - Semex: 130 Stone Road West, Guelph, Ontario N1G 3Z2 Fax: (519) 821-8419 Email: humanresources@semex.com â&#x20AC;˘ Website: www.semex.com We thank all applicants for applying for this position, but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
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Township of Drummond/North Elmsley Request for Proposal To provide By-Law Enforcement Assistance with returning property to a safe and proper condition. (2014-2017) The Township of Drummond/North Elmsley Building/By-law Department is seeking a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Request for Proposalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; (RFP), on an as needed basis for the hourly cost to supply 2 workers, a supervisor and a vehicle to attend select private properties, within the Township of Drummond North Elmsley. The purpose being to make these locations safe, compliant and/or clean up the property that has been designated, through various township by-laws, as being sub-standard. The work will be completed under the direction of (C.B.O.) or designate. The Township understands that there will be extra costs for dumpsters, and/or special equipment and additional person power as required. The purpose of the RFP is to hire a contractor to be available as needed throughout a 3 year period. If you are interested in providing the costing for this service please send your proposal to Shawn Merriman, Chief Building OfďŹ cial and By-Law at cbo@dnetownship.ca or fax 613-267-2083 by April 1, 2014 at 4:30 pm. If you need further information please contact Shawn Merriman at 613-267-6500 ext 240. We would like to thank all who submit but will only contact the successful applicant. The lowest bidder will not necessarily be the successful bidder as we reserve the right to review the candidates reputation and ability to meet the necessary skills, personnel and equipment to provide the needed service.
Respectfully, Shawn Merriman, CBCO, WETT Chief Building OfďŹ cial and By-Law THE EMC - 47 - Thursday, February 20, 2014
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Saturday, February 22 at 9:30 A.M. To be held at our facility 15093 Cty. Rd. 18, East of Osnabruck Centre From Hwy. 401 take Ingleside Exit #770 Dickinson Dr., travel North approx. 1 1/2 km to Osnabruck Centre, turn East onto Cty. Rd. 18, travel 1/2 km. Watch for signs! We have been commissioned to auction (Part Four of) The contents of an Antique and Nostalgia store from Montreal consisting of a large qty. of advertising, toys, and other rare and interesting collectibles. Note: This is an extremely partial listing of an over 1000 lot auction with a magnificent lineup of advertising, toys, collectibles, and items not found in many of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s auctions. Plan to attend for this is a very interesting auction with something for everyone. We are already booking spring 2014 on site auctions call now for available dates. We are now accepting consignments for our annual Spring Equipment & Machinery Auction. The most successful spring auction is planned and booked in the winter!!! Owner and Auctioneer not responsible for loss or accident Terms: Cash or good cheque with proper I.D. No Buyers Premium!!!!!!! Auction Conducted By: Peter Ross Auction Services Ltd. Ingleside, ON (613) 537-8862 For full lising & pictures see www.theauctionfever.com
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We are currently seeking an individual for the role of Herd Assistant and one Summer Student within the Kemptville production facility. The successful candidate must have a good knowledge of livestock care and be physically capable of handling large bulls. Hay, silage and manure handling are part of the regular job duties. These roles require working regular days, weekends and statutory holidays as scheduled. To be considered for this role you should have strong agricultural experience, including livestock care, ability and experience operating farm equipment and good communication skills.
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QUALITY ENGINEER Scapa, a leading manufacturer of adhesive tape products is seeking a Quality Engineer for its Renfrew Operations. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating and directing Quality Assurance activities to ensure compliance with our ISO 9001/TS16949 quality system. As well as; analyze failures, implement corrective and preventive actions and conduct process audits, internal audits, supplier audits, and other duties as assigned. Minimum qualifications include: r 6OJWFSTJUZ EFHSFF JO *OEVTUSJBM .FDIBOJDBM Engineering or equivalent Science degree r .JOJNVN ZFBST FYQFSJFODF JO 2VBMJUZ "TTVSBODF r *OEVTUSJBM NBOVGBDUVSJOH FYQFSJFODF r )JHI LOPXMFEHF MFWFM JO 1$T BOE SFMFWBOU software packages r (SFBU DPNNVOJDBUJPO BOE JOUFSQFSTPOBM TLJMMT Additional requirements: ,OPXMFEHF PG 4 1 $ UFDIOJRVFT '.&" %0& TBNQMF TVCNJTTJPO QSPDFEVSFT DVTUPNFST "121 BDUJWJUZ QSPDFEVSFT 11"1 SFRVJSFNFOUT 54 16949 requirements and gauging methodology and metrology. 8F PĂFS B DPNQFUJUJWF $PNQFOTBUJPO BOE Benefits package that will be related to FYQFSJFODF BOE RVBMJĂąDBUJPOT
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