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Tax rates, ratios adopted for 2014 by Lanark County council

Resolution supports Kemptville Campus Council has passed a resolution that strongly supports a two-year moratorium on the closure of the Kemptville College campus, which would allow the school to accept students in the fall 2014 semester. The move comes following the announcement that the University of Guelph would be closing this satellite campus along with one at Alfred, Ontario. The resolution also urges the province to work with local stakeholders to develop a new model to operate the Kemptville campus to ensure its sustainability and viability in eastern Ontario. It notes Premier Kathleen Wynne, in her capacity as Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, challenged the industry last autumn to

Maple production approved in community forest Council has approved a proposal seeking commercial use of a maple stand for sugar bush operations within a community forest. After a public tender the contract agreement will be for 10 years with two five-year options to extend. Over the past several years, the community forest working group has developed a commercial use policy that will now allow it to respond to such requests. Brian Anderson, the county’s contracted forester from Mississippi Valley Conservation, compared maple syrup production and traditional timber production as uses of the forest and identified both options as acceptable with comparable values. It is also in keeping with the county’s brand as “Maple Syrup Capital of Ontario.� The identified portion of forest in Lanark Highlands has about 75 acres proposed for maple production. Forest management will continue during the agreement to ensure a safe and healthy managed forest.

Parameters for 2014 Renovate Lanark set Council has approved the parameters for Renovate Lanark 2014, which is part of the Investment in Affordable Housing program funded by the federal and provincial governments up to 2015. Funding for this year amounts to $238,920, which is divided between three components: homeownership, rent supplement and renovations. The goal is to assist low-income homeowners to remain in their homes and, in some cases, to improve their energy efficiency. Provincial guidelines set maximum limits for house price and household income, and the local service managers, such as Lanark County, can determine local limits up to that maximum. This year’s parameters are set at $60,000 for the homeownership component, $134,020 for Renovate Lanark and $44,900 for rent supplement. The maximum income limit for the Renovate Lanark program remains at $50,000, and the maximum house value, which is based on the average resale price for the area as adjusted quarterly, is $259,777. Additional funding was allocated to the Renovate program to allow more low-income residents to remain in their homes. The funds provided to date for Renovate Lanark have assisted 33 people at an average loan of $6,666. Youth centre update received Councillors received a report updating them on the activities of youth centres in Almonte, Carleton Place, Lanark Highlands, Perth and Smiths Falls as a follow-up for funding provided by the county in 2013. Children’s Services manager Mary Lou White noted the county has funded the coalition of youth centres for more than 10 years, initially through the National Child Benefit Supplement Reinvestment Program, and then through the municipal levy when the program ended. The funding supports the executive director positions at the centre, allowing

Babies should start seeing dentist by age one your arms while the dentist or dental hygienist has a look in his or her mouth. They will lift up the lip to check the front teeth and look for any signs of decay. This is a great time to ask any questions you may have, such as how and when to clean baby’s mouth, what are tooth-friendly snacks, and talk about fluoride. They may discuss how to reduce the risk of decay for your baby and, if needed, provide a quick and easy fluoride varnish. Tooth decay is the second most common childhood disease. Seeking dental care early can prevent this problem and give your child a lifetime of healthy smiles. Call your dental provider today to book that first appointment. The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit offers free first visits for all children at any of our six clinic locations. Call 1-800-660-5853 to book, or go to www.healt-

hunit.org/dental for more information on oral health. You can also like the Facebook page for important public health updates

h t t p s : / / w w w. f a c e b o o k . com/#!/LGLHealthUnit. Submitted by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit.

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Lifestyle – Happy first birthday, baby! Who’s your dentist? Hmmm‌maybe not the top thing on a one-yearold’s mind, but did you know that babies should see a dental health professional by age one? The Canadian Dental Association recommends that all children see a dental health professional by age one. This helps to spot potential problems early when treatment is easier. Baby teeth can decay quickly, and are very important for a child’s speech and nutrition. This first dental appointment can seem overwhelming to parents, especially if they have any anxiety surrounding the issue themselves. Having your little one see a dental professional early helps to develop a worry-free dental relationship, and you save money. What can you expect at that first appointment? Baby will most likely be in

them to pursue other funding opportunities and build their programs. Services and programs provided by the youth centres include homework, life skills, culture and recreation, social networking, nutrition/cooking and wellness. The centres work together on funding proposals, advocacy, planning, policies and procedures. They receive no annual federal or provincial funding for operations, and rely on grants for specific project funding. “Community involvement is a critical part of the programming, as they encourage youth to actively participate and engage in their

communities,� White added. Upcoming meetings Economic development, April 23, 5 p.m.; and public works, April 23 (following economic development). Regular county council, Wednesday, May 14, 5 p.m.; community services, May 14 (following county council); corporate services, May 14 (following community services). For more information, contact 1-8889-LANARK, ext. 1502. Like “LanarkCounty1� on Facebook and follow “@ LanarkCounty1� on Twitter. Submitted by the County of Lanark.

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double its growth rate and create 120,000 new jobs by 2020. It identifies the two campuses as outstanding post-secondary schools that have delivered specialized and high-quality programs to generations of students and says the future success of the region’s agri-food industry depends on continuing this strong partnership. It adds Kemptville campus ensures the industry has access to the knowledge, research and innovation that are critical for Ontario to remain competitive in this rapidly changing sector. “Agriculture is still a major economic driver in Lanark County,� said warden Richard Kidd (Beckwith reeve). “The loss of Kemptville College would eliminate an opportunity for local youth to be exposed to innovative new technology in the industry. This is why we’re strongly urging the province to implement a twoyear moratorium.� The resolution is being widely circulated.

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News – The following are highlights from the regular Lanark County council meeting held Wednesday, April 9 at the county building in Perth. Council has approved bylaws setting the 2014 levy amounts to be collected from ratepayers, as well as tax ratios and tax-capping provisions. In November, council passed its budget with a levy of almost $30 million to be collected through the towns and townships. The county residential tax rate for 2014 is lower than the previous year, and amounts to $392 per $100,000 of assessment. “Average taxpayers will have a 4.3 per cent phase increase on their property reassessment, but the tax rate is lower by the same amount, which results in a zero per cent tax increase. They will pay the same amount they paid to the county in 2013,� explained Kurt Greaves, chief administrative officer/treasurer. Once the tax levy is established, council sets tax ratios, which distribute taxes between the various classes (e.g. industrial, commercial, residential). The county portion is only one of three components on the tax bill, with the local municipality and education portion making up the balance.

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News – Jim Flaherty is dead. The former Canadian finance minister died April 10, at his home in Ottawa. Less than a month ago, on March 18, he stepped down as Canada’s Minister of Finance, saying he was planning on returning to the private sector. In a statement in March, Flaherty said he was not stepping down due to health reasons. But last year Flaherty disclosed to The Globe and Mail that he was battling a rare skin condition. The condition is called bullous pemphigoid, which causes rashes in certain parts of the body, and it is quite rare and usually only affects people over the age of 60. It is unknown if this autoimmune disease, or the steroid medication Flaherty was taking for it, had anything to do with his death. CBC reported that a friend of Flaherty’s says that he died of a massive heart attack. In a phone interview, Scott Reid, MP of Lanark-FrontenacLennox and Addington, said he learned the news of Flaherty’s death when he was “jumped by a bunch of reporters� who were asking how he felt about Flaherty’s death. Reid put two and two together when he looked through the windows into the House of Commons and could see that it was suspended. He recounts the last time he saw Flaherty was just a normal day. “It was very unspectacular. His office was down the hall and around the corner from mine. You would just see him, say ‘hi,’ and not think anything of it,� he said. Reid said he thinks Flaherty’s

News – Ireland’s Ambassador to Canada, Dr. Ray Bassett, says the late finance minister Jim Flaherty was the most relaxed he’d seen him in a long time. The two got together at P.J. O’Brien’s in downtown Toronto for a couple pints while watching the Ireland vs. France rugby match on March 15. Three days later, Flaherty resigned. “He didn’t tell me he was resigning,� says Bassett in a phone interview, “but I should’ve seen at the time that he was going to resign.� Bassett regarded Flaherty as a personal friend and mentor, and said he was a “very, very warm human being.� He says Flaherty, over the past four years, was the person who helped him the most with his job as Ambassador in Canada. Bassett says he tried calling Flaherty the morning he died. The two had met on several occasions in March, and Flaherty’s death was a shock for him. “I thought he wasn’t in great shape,� recalls Bassett, “I met him at an event in early March File photo

Former Canadian Finance Minister Jim Flaherty passed away at the age of 64 on April 10. death was not the result of a lingering illness. Gordon O’Connor, MP of Carleton-Mississippi Mills, says Flaherty’s death is a great loss to parliament. “He’s a charming man and he’s liked by everybody,� O’Connor said. O’Connor spoke of Flaherty’s success as a finance minister throughout the

recession in 2009. “He got us out,� says O’Connor, “Flaherty left finances in good condition and I expect we’ll be in surplus into the future.� O’Conner added that, “People from both (political) sides started talking about him, remembering the good things. He’s been a spectacular finance minister.�

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ple,� recalls Bassett “He had friends across the aisle and he spoke warmly about Justin Trudeau.� Flaherty also spoke well of Tom Mulcair, according to the Ambassador. “He felt (Tom Mulcair) was 100 per cent sincere.� Many Canadians can recall Jim Flaherty standing in public wearing his characteristic green tie. He had a strong interest in his Irish heritage. Bassett says before he died, Flaherty discovered some of his Irish ancestors were buried on Partridge Island, N.B. The island, now a historic site, has several mass graves. Flaherty, according to Bassett, found out some of his bloodline ended up buried there. As for the former finance minister’s recent death, the somber Irish Ambassador said: “We’ve lost our best political friend in Canada.�

to Relay and in doing so, “I will REMEMBER, I will CELEBRATE, and 365 days a year, I will FIGHT BACK.�

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For further information on how to become a volunteer at the RFL in Smiths Falls, contact the Lanark, Leeds and Grenville community office of the CCS at 613-267-1058 (toll-free 1-800-367-2913) or email lanarklg@ontario.ca. “My mom was a strong woman and I know she would approve and be proud of what I am doing and that is helping find a cure and helping those living with cancer,� Cullen notes. While this is her volunteer story,

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Relay for Life is an inspirational, noncompetitive, 12-hour overnight fundraising event that brings the community together to celebrate life and fight cancer. All proceeds raised from the event will go to the Canadian Cancer Society to assist with cancer research and support the many programs that the society’s Leeds, Grenville and Lanark community office offers.

she believes, “at the end of the day, like to know how I helped cure canwe will only have one story to tell – cer? That is the story I want to tell, not the sad one, like mine, or yours, and I am sure you do too.� the one where we say – would you That’s why Cullen will continue

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similar number at this year’s event, which takes place on Friday, June 13 at the Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute track. Among the areas in which volunteers are still needed are logistics and luminaries. “I feel a great sense of well being volunteering for RFL knowing that I am doing something that will help so many people that are suffering from cancer,� says Bill McNicol, who started out at the RFL by volunteering with camping, then took over information, then health and safety and now is the event chair. “Each year, as I stand there and look at all the people that come out for this event, it gives me great pride knowing that what we have done will help so many people.�

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Editor’s note: Leading up to the June 13 Relay for Life in Smiths Falls, we will be highlighting the stories of some of the team members, activities and events scheduled to take place in a series of articles. Community – Ask Terry Cullen why she volunteers at the Relay For Life (RFL) in Smiths Falls and she immediately makes mention of her mother who lost her battle with cancer in May 2010. “Watching someone go through this roller coaster type of journey can provoke many emotions, certainly for the person living with cancer, and also for those who love them and take care of them,� the Kemptville resident shares. “At times, I stood by feeling helpless about my mom’s situation, and I knew I had to do something so others like my daughter wouldn’t have to go through what I have.� Cullen says she took her cue from her mother in learning everything she could about the disease – such as there are more than 200 types of cancer – and how to help find a cure and cancer prevention. This is what led her to getting involved with the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS). “Not only did the CCS give me the information I was looking for, it also gave me the tools to fight back and showed me how they support research and, for that, I am grateful,� she remarks. “I joined the RFL steering committee as the team recruitment chair, I take two hours in April to help sell daffodil pins and I was lucky enough to be a facilitator of the Living Well Beyond Cancer program provided by CCS.� RFL is an inspirational, non-competitive, 12-hour overnight fundraising event that brings the community together to celebrate life and fight cancer. All proceeds raised from the event go to the CCS to assist with cancer research and support the many programs that the society’s Leeds, Grenville and Lanark community office offers to those who have cancer, cancer survivors and caregivers. As with most events, the RFL in Smiths Falls would not take place without Cullen and the many other dedicated volunteers. One-hundred and seven volunteers contributed a total of 1,317 hours at the 2013 RFL and organizers are hoping for a

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Hospice palliative care services in Lanark County join forces News – Under a recent agreement signed by the boards of Dignity House Hospice (DHH) and Community Home Support Lanark County (CHSLC) the DHH Day Hospice will become part of the hospice palliative care services managed by CHSLC. The other services currently managed by CHSLC are the Volunteer Hospice Visiting Service and

Bereavement Service. DHH came on the scene in 2008 as an incorporated, registered charity with a goal of establishing a residential hospice in this area to serve Lanark County. A day hospice was set in place at McMartin House, Perth, in January 2011 to provide a psychosocial respite program for people with a terminal or life-limiting illness.

This successful program received no government funding through the South East Local Health Integration Network (SELHIN) and has been supported entirely through the generosity of individuals and businesses in Perth and Smiths Falls and surrounding area. During the past three years SELHIN coordinated a review of hospice palliative

care across the region. The review looked at all hospice services including residential hospices. In 2013 this led to a decision by SELHIN that a pilot residential hospice would be established in Picton and that all hospice services would integrate with a local hospital or Community Support Services agency. Although DHH originally hoped to establish a residential hospice this will not be possible until the pilot project is completed following which, if there is sufficient community demand and demonstrated viability for

residential hospices, SELHIN may initiate a review. For now the emphasis will continue to be the provision of volunteer-based services that will enable people with a terminal or life-limiting illness to remain at home as long as possible. Doug Burt, chair of the DHH board, said this is good news for palliative services. He expressed the appreciation of the DHH board for the outstanding support received from the community over the past six years. “The day hospice program is not coming to an end,” he

said. “Along with the other local palliative care programs, (it) will continue to require community support.” Mary Anne Nicholson, executive director of CHSLC stated she welcomes the addition of the day hospice to the CHSLC palliative care services and that it simply makes sense that these services be provided under the management of one community agency. She noted that the “community has always shown support for these very necessary and successful programs” and hopes that this support will continue.

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Community Home Support Lanark County and Dignity House Hospice (DHH) will become part of a palliative care services managed by Community Home Support Lanark County (CHSLC). Pictured are: Colin Sangster, secretary DHH board; Muriel Turner, CHSLC board of directors; Mary Anne Nicholson, executive director, CHSLC, and Doug Burt, chair, DHH board.

Discussing Dementia – “Caring for the Caregiver” presented by Mills Community Support and the Alzheimer Society of Lanark County tionally, physically & financially) on the caregivers. This series will focus on the caregiver by offering valuable education and will empower them to be the best caregivers possible. Dr. Carole Cohen , professor at the University of Toronto and a researcher at the Sunnybrook Health Science Centre specializing in Geriatric Psychiatry, will be discussing compassion fatigue and ways to avoid it. Dr. Jennifer Becker, a physician with the Renfrew County Geriatric Day Hospital will be providing advice on what caregiver should know when visiting the doctor’s office. Angele Lavalle, Psycho-

geriatric Resource Consultant with Community Services of Ottawa, will share tips on self-care for the caregiver and the Alzheimer Society will also be offering practical in-home tips. There will be a Q&A session at the end of the day. Please feel free to bring your questions and concerns. All are welcome to attend! This event is being held at the Carleton Place Community Centre from 9:30am to 3:30pm. Registration will begin at 8:45am. The cost is $10 per person and includes lunch. All participants must register in advance. Please contact Jan Watson at 613256-1031 ext. 39 or jwatson@themills.on.ca to register or for more information.

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Kicking cancer Community – Taking part in the Smiths Falls Relay for Life organized by the Perth office of the Canadian Cancer Society, team Cancer Kicking Cousins have been organizing fundraiser all over the region to raise funds for cancer research. The team held a vendor’s fair at the Kemptville Royal Canadian Legion Branch 212 on April 12. Shown here, front row, from left: Coreen Broadbent, Sheri Miller, Carol Miller-Snook, team leader and Marlene Sage. Back row from left: Bill Wilkinson, Melody Miller, Delores Miller, Tara Kelly and Vic Miller. Photo by HOWAIDA SOROUR

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CNIB thanks supporters as part of National Volunteer Week DEAR EDITOR: In honour of National Volunteer Week (April 6 to 12), CNIB would like to thank its incredible volunteers; we couldn’t do what we do without them. CNIB has always been an organization of people helping people, and nowhere is that more evident than in the dedicated work of our volunteers. Our volunteer team stretches from one end of the country to the other – and is made up of Canadians of all ages and from all walks of life.

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Helping hand for hospice Editorial – The role of hospice is greatly underappreciated. Helping someone facing the end of their life die with dignity is an incredible task to have, but having added support can make the effort much smoother. This is evidenced by the agreement Dignity House Hospice recently signed with Community Home Support Lanark County (CHSLC) to merge its day hospice into hospice palliative care services managed by the CHSLC. Since 2008, Dignity House has had the goal of establishing a residential hospice, and began running a day hospice at McMartin House in Perth in January 2011. This is the little hospice that could. All of their efforts have been achieved through no government funding by the South East Local Health Integration Network. It’s all been the outpouring of support from the community that has kept this venture alive. As with any initiative, growth happens and there is a need for further support. Enter the CHSLC, who will be able to help with this. They currently offer a volunteer hospice visiting service and bereavement service to residents within Lanark County. It makes sense that Dignity House can lean on their proven track record and know their day hospice service is in good hands. We applaud organizations like Dignity House Hospice and the CHSLC for offering these valuable services to the county. They will never truly know how much their efforts mean to someone with a terminal or life-limiting illness who is able to remain at home as long as possible.

Mary panics over loose tooth but Ronny has just the solution Lifestyle – Why my cousins from Montreal were with us that time of year was beyond me. Ronny and Terry had come with Aunt Helen, who promptly went home on the train as soon as their clothes were unpacked. So it looked like they were going to be with us out on the farm for a while. Long enough that Ronny would go off to the Northcote School, while Terry, the youngest, would stay home with Mother. Even though Ronny was a force to contend with, I loved it when the Lapointe cousins visited us on the farm. There was never a dull moment. That early spring morning, a Saturday it was, I woke with a front tooth in the bottom of my mouth hanging by a thread. I could feel it with my tongue, and I fled my bed like I was on my way to the gallows...Mother was already in the kitchen stirring porridge. I pointed to the tooth, vowed I was on my death bed, and by that time had woken the entire household who still had not gotten up. Mother looked in my mouth and lifted her hand as if she was about to perform surgery, and I clamped my mouth shut

tight, still screaming at the top of my lungs. Ronny came downstairs into the kitchen, immediately knew what all the fuss was about, and announced that he was completely capable of getting rid of the tooth, and I wouldn’t feel a thing. “I get rid of Terry’s all the time,” he said. Terry, still groggy, and too young to know what was going on, curled up on the creton couch by the Findlay Oval and promptly fell back to sleep. Ronny went to the cupboard, got out the ball of string, and ripped off a goodly portion and said he would make a loop over the tooth, I would sit on a chair, and he would walk slowly to the back door, hanging on to the other end of the string, and the tooth would be gone. “You won’t feel a thing,” he said. Well, the last time Ronny experimented with me and one of his high fallootin’ ideas I flew off the shed roof holding an open umbrella and had a splint on my leg for two weeks. Mother was working away at making breakfast for Father and the brothers, who would soon be coming in from the morning chores, and she was paying Vice President & Regional Publisher Mike Mount mmount@perfprint.ca 613-283-3182, ext. 104

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absolutely no attention to Ronny or me and the seriousness of what was going on around her. I was still crying, with my mouth clamped tight as if my lips had been glued with mucilage. I could wobble the tooth with my tongue, and as far as I was concerned, I was ready to be taken in to old Doctor Murphy. Forget going to the dentist! I remembered the one and only time any of us ever went to a real dentist, it cost three dollars, and my sister Audrey who was the victim, said he nearly killed her! I knew being driven 12 miles into Renfrew to have a wobbly tooth removed by Doctor Murphy was out of the question, and I finally agreed to let Ronny look in my mouth. News Editors: Laurie Weir, Joe Morin, Ashley Kulp REPORTERS: Howaida Sorour, Tara Gesner, Desmond Devoy, Kelly Kent, Laura Armstrong DISTRIBUTION: Lori Sommerdyk, 613-283-3182 ,ext. 138 Classified/Regional Roundup 613-283-3182 Judy Michaelis x122 email: jmichaelis@theemc.ca Cheryl Code x133 email: cheryl.code@metroland.com Fax: 613-283-5909

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“You won’t feel a thing,” Ronny said, as he neared my chair with the ball of string. “For goodness sake, Mary, the tooth is just hanging there. Let Ronny do what he has to do so I can get the breakfast on the table. This commotion over a baby tooth is ridiculous,” Mother said as she banged the porridge pot on the Findlay Oval, stirring with a wooden spoon. Making the most of the situation, and adding as much drama as he could muster, Ronny said he would go as far away as the parlour door to pull the string. “That way you won’t know when I am going to do it.” As he neared my mouth, I told him I would put the string around the tooth, and he reluctantly handed me the ball made up of pieces we had retrieved from parcels bought at Briscoes General Store. All the time I was pressing my tongue against the offending tooth, and I could tell it had loosened considerably. And then just as Ronny headed for the parlour, unrolling the string as he went, I felt the tooth lying in the bottom of my mouth. No longer was it a loose tooth...it was now a tooth that had come out on its 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

own, with the help of my tongue! I didn’t have the heart to tell Ronny it was all over. I had a good hold of the end of the string, and told Ronny I was ready. Ronny jerked the string like he was pulling turnips, and I let it fall to the floor and had the presence of mind to drop the tooth at my feet. Ronny skated around the corner of the kitchen, saw the string and the tooth laying on the floor, and puffed up his chest like had just discovered America! “Told you it wouldn’t hurt. You probably have other teeth that are ready to come out too. Let me have a look.” Mother saved the day by telling us if we didn’t get to the table at once for breakfast, she was clearing the kitchen, and we would all have to wait for dinner at noon for our next mouthful of food. Ronny took the tooth between his thumb and finger, looked it over, and said “I don’t want to be a General any more...I think I will be a dentist!” Interested in an electronic version of Mary’s books? Go to https://www. smashwords.com and type MaryRCook, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca. • 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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Community – This month, treat yourself to something new and shiny or find a special Mother’s Day gift from the comfort of your computer desk, as Lanark County Interval House (LCIH) hosts its second online Bedazzled Jewelry Auction, running April 12 to 27, at www. LCIH.com. The public has the opportunity to bid on 80 jewelry pieces donated by celebrated artists and chic boutiques from across the region. Featuring all styles, the auction includes necklaces, pendants, rings, watches, bracelets, earrings and sets made of materials ranging from sterling, gold and other metals, to fused glass, crystal and stone. There are also some specialty items this year such as children’s jewelry sets and a gorgeous crystal headband. “We have stunning pieces from many local artists. Something for everyone – vintage, designer one-of-a-kind, tons of watches, and plenty of whimsical kitch,” says Sue Cronkwright, a long-time volunteer for Interval House and one of the organizers of the Bedazzled auction. “Donations have come from all over – Almonte, Smiths Falls, Perth, Ottawa, Toronto, Quebec…Some of our designers are returning from last year, and there are quite a few new participants as well. The response has been really exciting!” Last year, the auction raised more than $2,300 for Lanark County Interval House and the organizers aim to surpass that amount this year. The event Facebook page (2nd annual BeDazzled Online Jewelry Auction) is already getting quite a bit of interest. You can check out this page now to get more information about the pieces for auction and the artists who donated them, but the auction itself takes place on the agency website at www.LCIH.com. One of the pieces getting a lot of early attention is the Tree of Life pendant, created by Deb Fortin of Mhoti Studio in Jasper. Fortin showcases her work at The Loft in Smiths Falls, and was delighted to participate in the cause. Her beautiful 18-inch pendant features amethyst

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loyal fans. Surf’s Up! appeals to fans of ‘60s music and the sun worshiper in all of us. And Endless Summer’s tireless effort to perfect their take on this important cultural era makes the band a top concert attraction and a pleasure to meet. Listening to them perform the hits of the Beach Boys and other sixties stars will instantly transport you to a beach in the California sun. So put on your shorts and T-shirts, pretend you’re back in high school, and come sing along with those great ‘60s songs we all know and love. And when the show is over, take home an autographed copy of Endless Summer’s All Your Surfin’ Hits CD and tell your friends and relatives you were there. They’ll be so jealous! Don’t miss Surf’s Up! at the Studio Theatre, Saturday, May 3 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 (includes all taxes and fees) and are available at Shadowfax in Perth. Call 2676817 to reserve yours now.

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they are calling, the civic address and a description of the problem. “It’s important that Lanark County residents and

visitors be aware of these simple safety precautions when it comes to using 9-1-1 service,� said warden Richard Kidd (Beckwith

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News – It’s time for a “zero-tolerance” approach to drug and alcohol use by students attending schoolsponsored events, said Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) chair Greg Pietersma. At Pietersma’s urging April 9, trustees unanimously supported a resolution requesting director David Thomas take action to address the issue of student use of alcohol or drugs at school events. The resolution will create a new strategic plan charter to address the issue focusing on student-driven solutions. The charter will ensure school code of conduct rules are strictly adhered to in order to ensure student safety. Student suspensions could result if students show up at proms, dances or other events under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Pietersma said that as parents we owe it to our young people to keep them safe and teach them responsible practices. While there may be pushback in the community, the board must have the courage to ensure students remain safe, he said. “I think there is an assumption out there amongst our communities that as long as a child is not disruptive (while under the influence at a school event)

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Members of the Perth Royal Canadian Legion and other branches will attend the Rock the Hill Rally on Parliament Hill June 4 to protest program, medical treatment and benefit cuts to veterans. Above, the Perth Legion embraced veterans advocacy last fall (SISIP) Long Term Disability Class Action in March of 2007. The lawsuit was on behalf of Dennis Manuge and all other disabled veterans whose benefits were reduced by the amount of

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case, the Equitas Class Action Lawsuit, is currently before the Supreme Court of British Columbia. Manuge related that “Rob Gallant provided direct and continuous close support to me personally for the entire duration the legal challenge. He took the added volunteer responsibility for relaying direct SISIP class action information to a database of class members, veterans’ organizations, and media members. Despite the SISIP court victory, there remains a multitude of issues facing the veterans’ community and their families. The Equitas class action, suicide rates, reductions in staffing and office closures at VAC, homeless vets, systemic failure at Veterans Review and Appeal Board, the current minister’s culture of disrespecting veterans, and the list goes on. This is why there is a need for Rock the Hill. Canadians need to hear from us and see us. It’s an awesome initiative on Rob’s part.” In an email interview, Gallant acknowledged that Canada’s veterans and serving members “have definitely been let down by this government in so many ways it’s hard to keep count. This current government has set veterans rights and benefits back at least a decade if not two. One only has to ask: Why do veterans, as a last resort, have to take their own government to court to get the system fixed?” Gallant referred to the two major court cases previously mentioned, the SISIP and Equitas class actions. He See RALLY page 14

WANTED: Vendors for Healthy Living Festival on June 21, 2014 in Smiths Falls If you have a business in the food, health, beauty, alternative therapy, fitness or clothing field, or sell other environmentally friendly products, contact the Downtown Business Association (DBA) about being a vendor in this year’s Healthy Living Festival, which takes place in downtown Smiths Falls on Saturday, June 21, 2014 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Each vendor will be allocated a 10x10 ft. space for their booth.

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said that “in both of these cases the government knows what they are and were doing, is unfair and wrong, but they continue to use taxpayers’ money to fight the same veterans that they proudly state in public they support. Not to mention the amount of veterans that have to endure a long and hard fight to get the benefits and treatment they are rightfully entitled to from VAC. Many are taking their own lives due to the way the system is set up against them.” The suicide issue relating to veterans and serving members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) was brought to the fore on Nov. 29, 2013 when CBC’s Rosemary Barton interviewed retired colonel and former Veterans’ Ombudsman Pat Stogran. “It’s not news; it’s bad news; it’s not new news; there’s going to be more,” Stogran said in an impassioned response to Barton’s questioning. At the time, three confirmed suicides had occurred in that month of November, and in just a few days there would be another. Although those suicides had occurred among serving CAF personnel, experts agree there are also many veterans across the country that are dealing with the horrors and suffering of PostTraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), which is thought to be the strongest link to suicide and attempts. Stogran will be one of the keynote speakers at the Parliament Hill rally. That rash of suicides forced politicians, military command, and support organizations to address that previously unmentionable subject, when the Royal Canadian Legion, Veterans Affairs Canada, and the Minister of Defence all

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Former Royal Canadian Air Force member Rob Gallant is spearheading the rally. He was medically released in 2003 after serving 20 years. issued news releases on Dec. 4, 2013. The level of public outrage was apparent in the CBC interview with Stogran, who is known for his outspokenness and criticism of the government. In a voice shaking with emotion, he asked Barton the rhetorical question: “How many ways do you say tsunami?” Stogran went on to say “how terribly

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we treat the worst cases and the people who are the most desperate.” Although the Legion has been strongly criticized in the past for not taking a stance on political issues, their news release at the time stated: “The Legion strongly believes that all Canadians trust the government will honour its obligation to the men and women of

the CAF and the RCMP who willingly risk injury, illness or death to serve our country, protecting the values and way of life we all enjoy. There is also a responsibility to the families of these men and women. These recent tragic events highlight that there is a perception by our serving members that there is no hope. How can a culture built on camaraderie and team work leave a soldier so isolated and so alone?” The release ended by asking: “How can we possibly justify spending money to mark the commemorations for our achievements as nation when the mental health care system supporting the men and women of the CAF, both Regular and Reserve, as well as RCMP members and all their families who serve our country, is overburden and lacking resources?” Public debate on how to deal with military suicides was renewed, wrote Andre Mayer of CBC News on Mar. 24, with the recent deaths of two Canadian soldiers who fought in Afghanistan. “But veterans advocates say that the data collected by the Canadian Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs Canada on how many active and retired army personnel have committed suicide is incomplete, and makes it difficult to help soldiers who may be suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).” As of Mayer’s news article, five military suicides had been confirmed in 2014. Local Legions welcome to attend Legion Branch 244 in Perth plans to attend the rally as a group, and is encouraging other Legion branches in the area to join them. Perth and area Le-

gions are no strangers to advocacy on behalf of veterans, as on Sept. 16, 2013, Medric “Cous” Cousineau and his service dog Thai were welcomed by Perth and other Legion branches during the Long Walk to Sanity, part of the Paws Fur Thought initiative, between Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia and Ottawa. Cousineau was hailed as a hero in 1986 while serving as a tactical co-ordinator on an Armed Forces Sea King helicopter, when he and his crew responded to a call from an American fishing vessel in distress several hundred miles off the coast of Newfoundland. In spite of being injured during the mission, he managed to rescue the two men, and he was later awarded the Star of Courage by then Governor General Jeanne Sauvé. After showing symptoms of PTSD following the traumatic incident, Cousineau experienced a tragic downward spiral, and he was eventually forced to leave the military. Paws Fur Thought was an idea born in 2012 and, while the “Long Walk to Sanity” ended on Sept. 19 at the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa, the concept of Paws Fur Thought and other initiatives to assist veterans and their families continues on, thanks to the support of many dedicated individuals and organizations. This old proverbial message goes to our current government: “Don’t poke sleeping bears if you want to live a long and happy life.” Perhaps Rock the Hill 2014 will be an opportunity for bureaucrats and elected officials to reach out to the many veterans and supporters assembled there. Submitted by Terry O’Hearn, Zone G6 public relations officer, Royal Canadian Legion.

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MLS 904308 $229,900 Leo Carlucci 613-761-0711 www.leocarlucci.com

Impressive starter home with updated gas furnace, windows, roof shingles. Siding and more. Handy storage shed + a super backyard. Very well maintained and in move-in condition. Come and see for your self! MLS 901053 $214,900

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123 William Street East, Smiths Falls $149,900.00 This is a great family home with private fenced back yard and a well maintained in-ground pool. This 3 bedroom has a spacious living room kitchen and laundry area that leads to the backyard. Screened sitting area on back deck to relax and watch the kids in the pool. Newer furnace, shingles, windows and doors. This is a neat little package for $149,900! MLS 90403003548400 Cathie McCabe 613-284-6263 cathie-mccabe@coldwellbanker.ca

$389,900 - Gorgeous, brick bungalow on 3+ acres – 5 min to Perth. Spacious rooms tastefully decorated. 3 bedrooms on main level, the master with a walk-in. Lovely main bath with radiant heating. Family room on main level leads to private deck and beautifully finished above ground pool. Lower level ideal for large games room and ample storage. MLS # 902559 Norene Allan 613-812-0407 / Christian Allan 613-207-0834

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$295,000 Beautiful 3 bdrm, 2 bath bungalow on 2.5 landscaped acres close to Almonte and easy commute to Ottawa, newly installed hardwood, bright kitchen, full finished basement with lge. family rm. and cozy woodstove, attached garage, trails on lot and 1/3 treed, sheds and gazebo. MLS#905924 Call Oral Pretty 613-264-0123 or 613-812-0994.

$174,900 Private 4 bdrm 2 storey home on 1.8 acres, lge eatin kitchen, woodstove, 4 bdrm on 2nd level plus lge 4 pce. bath, main floor laundry and 2 pce. bath, 32’x28’ wood sided garage/ workshop with loft, close to golf course, quick closing available MLS#904899. Call Oral Pretty 613-264-0123 or 613-812-0994.

$249,000 Great solid 2 storey brick home close to downtown Perth, spacious LR with gas fireplace, hardwood and pine flooring, formal dining room plus eat in kitchen, main floor family rm and laundry rm, 3 lge. bdrm on second level plus smaller bdrm or office, ideal family home with fenced in yard, central air and vac, MLS#905296 Call Oral Pretty 613-264-0123 or 613-812-0994.

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502 Love’s Lake Pr, Lanark Highlands Roomy family cottage on small, clean Flower Lake! 3 bedrooms,1 bath, septic and well installed. Open concept. Most furnishings included. Large deck overlooking the lake. Screened gazebo for THOSE nights. Workshop/ woodshed/shed. Clean shorefront. Good fishing. The lake perimeter is approx. 5.31 kms, maximum depth of 12.8 meters. Common fish found in this small lake include the Northern Pike, Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass. Located in Lanark Highlands! MLS#906243

5214 Highway 511, Hopetown Hobby Farm! Renovated older home with charm to spare! 5 Acres to graze upon with 2 barns to complete the picture. Windows, Metal Roof, Oil Tank, Refinished floors all done within the past 3 years. Inviting, spacious eat in kitchen, large mud room, bright living room, 3 bed, 1 bath. Wood shed attached to mud room. Minutes to the store/gas bar. Additional 60+ acres for sale next door ($99,900). 35 mins to Kanata. Priced for quick sale. MLS#905203

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50 acre hobby farm. Barn, pastures, fenced paddocks, 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 40x70 ft. Mega Dome & more!

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4 bedroom home in prestigious area close to Mississippi Lake. Large Immaculate bungalow, move in ready. Beautiful hardwood floors, new eat-in kitchen, hardwood and tile floors, newer furnace, roof and modern kitchen, open concept, living/dining area, large deck, new irrigation system. Finished lower level, 4 baths, c/air, gas f/p… windows, doors, paint & much more. Terrific home. A must see!

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are the same. However, several friends and acquaintances also offered this rather interesting thought in the days leading up to Lily’s birth. “Being a grandparent is much easier than being a parent,” they suggest. “That’s because you can always give them back and go home!” I found that approach worked very well when we were in Regina. When Lily cried and particularly when a rather unpleasant aroma emanated from my little granddaughter’s person we (both Kathy and myself) quite gladly handed her to Heather or Indy. “Your problem – we’re just the grandparents,” we told them. They have accepted the tasks at hand in very good spirits I must say. Meanwhile we did the dishes, shopped for the groceries and Kathy prepared some of the meals. Important duties, but not nearly as demanding! Listening to a baby cry is obviously very different from having to manage all of their needs 24/7. Yes, those who gave us advice on this subject have turned out to be quite astute. Grandparenting is like riding a bicycle! In reality, parenting involves acquired skills. In my experience no one automatically knows how to be the perfect parent. Age helps I think. Heather and Indy are in their 30s and have plenty of life experience behind them. They know other couples who have started families and they have observed what it takes to manage infants day to day. Also, in our modern world there are so many new and wonderful

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The prenatal situation was lower impact. So too was the birthing experience. Once a baby was born he/she was kept in one large nursery and brought to their mothers and fathers. Much more regimented, far more conservative! Today mother, father and baby can all stay in the same room in most cases. It is a more hands on experience for the parents. When Kathy and Craig were released from the hospital way back in 1975 we were so green. Where to start? It can be quite an intimidating experience for novices. If Kathy’s parents hadn’t lived so close (they were just 90 minutes away in Chatham) life would have

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When their diaper needs changing they cry. Sometimes they cry for no apparent reason. Well, some people might not warm to the possibility of being sleepless in Regina. In truth some people might not want to go to Regina in the first place. Lily’s crying was music to my ears. No pillow over the head for this new “Grandpa”! I soaked in every minute of it. Because I know from experience that it won’t last long. Having an infant in the family is something to be treasured – savoured in fact. Oh yes, about Regina! The city clearly gets a bum rap from some people. It’s a very nice place and I mean that sincerely. We like it there. Now that our granddaughter was born and lives in the city, Regina and Saskatchewan will always be special to us. It will also be a frequent destination for Kathy and me as long as our daughter and her family live there. I am certainly not going to go over the top in this column. But perhaps my thoughts on the subject of parenting and now “grandparenting” (yes that is a real term) will resonate with some of you. Field of study By the way there are countless books on the subject of parenting for anyone who is interested. Heather has purchased a few and I spent a couple of evenings delving into the subject once again. No matter how old our two children get I am still a parent and new books offer fresh ideas. I suspect there are fewer books on the subject of grandparenting? Checking online I found one on Amazon that looks interesting. It’s called ‘Grandparenting for Dummies.’ The title alone means I will have to check it out. During Heather’s pregnancy a good friend of ours said, “Being a grandparent is like riding a bicycle. You never forget how to be a parent!” It’s true. The basic principles

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KEMPTVILLE Almonte & District Horticultural Society meeting on Monday, April 28, at the Cornerstone Church, 7:30 pm. “Tips of Floral Design” demo by Cindy Zorgel, Helen Halpenny & Marilyn Snedden. Info: 613 256-5594. Almonte Hospital Bridge, Civitan Hall Wednesday, April 23, 12:30 Coffee/tea, 1:00 Bridge. Info: Barb 613-256-2463. Cupcakes for the Cure, Saturday, April 19, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., in front of Rexall Pharma Plus 430 Ottawa St., Almonte. Come help Support Relay for Life’s “Ladies Under Construction” team! Euchre- 4 hand, April 17, 7:30 pm. Sponsored by the Tenants Assoc., 375 Country St. Light lunch. Contact Norma 613-2564179. Golf Tournament, Wednesday, May 21 at 12 p.m. register online at www.canadiangolfcourse. com/joinevent.aro?elD=689 (Century 21 2nd Classic Golf Tournament) by May 1. Portion of proceeds to Relay for Life. Legion Branch 240, Saturday, April 26, Simon Clarke, 3-7 p.m. Mills Community Support, Fit Minds Stay Sharp Program, April 16, 11 - noon in the Mills boardroom, 67 Industrial Drive. Info: 613-2561031 Ext. 39 to register or jwatson@themills. on.ca to register. Mills Community Support, Tai-Chi Beginner’s program, April 24 - July 10, 7 - 8:30 p.m. at the Almonte Community Center (upstairs). Info: 613-256-1031 Ext. 39 or jwatson@themills. on.ca to register. Mills’ Seniors Services, Almonte, Golden Oldies Lunch, ***New Day*** Thursday, April 17, 67 Industrial Drive. Free transportation. Call Seniors Services 613-256-4700 to reserve. Mills’ Seniors Services, Almonte, Supper Social, Tuesday, April 22, 6:00 p.m. 67 Industrial Drive. Free transportation & entertainment by: The Indian River Boys. Call Seniors Services 613-256-4700 to reserve. Mills’ Seniors Services, Almonte, Trip to Orleans Shopping Centre, Wednesday, April 30, Call Seniors Services 613-256-4700 to reserve your seat on the bus. Regal Catalogue Fundraiser, now till April 30, Raise funds for Likulezi Project, Malawi while shopping online www.lccp.shopregal.ca or pick up catalogue at Almonte United Church lobby. Info: Laurie 613-256-0394. Zumba-Thon, April 26, 10 a.m.-noon, parking lot (if raining -indoor studio Ladies Under Construction gym). Proceeds to LUC Relay for Life Team’s fundraising efforts.

Adult Bereavement Group, Wednesday, April 30, 1:30-3:30 p.m Waterside Retirement Residence, 105 McNeely Rd., Carleton Place. Contact Rebecca Bowie 613-267-6400. Carleton Place & District Breast Cancer Support Group get together the third Thursday of the month. Info: Anne, 613253-0450 Country Music, Sat. April 19, 3-7, Tony True & the Truetones. Army Navy & Air Force Hall, 315 Townline Rd. E. Everyone welcome. Country Music, Saturday, April 19, 3-7, “Tony True &. The Truetones. Earth Day Sunrise Labyrinth Walk, April 22, 6:40am at Carleton Place Community Labyrinth. Info: Debby 613-257-1014 www.facebook. com/carletonplacecommunity labyrinth Good Friday Service- 10:00 a.m. at Carleton Place Baptist Church, 299 Bridge St. Sisters Of Faith day at Beckwith Baptist Church, April 26, 9:15 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 277 Tennyson Rd, RR2 Carleton Place. Info: juneram@ storm.ca 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.

Baby Talk, Wednesday, April 23, 1:30-3 p.m. Ontario Early Years Centre. Breastfeeding support available. Kemptville and Area Walking Group, Mon. April 21, Wednesday, April 23 and Friday, April 25, 9:00 a.m. Meet at the North Grenville Municipal Centre. Contact Eva Francoeur 2584487. Sponsor: Health Unit. “Pyjama Jam” Tuesdays 5-7:30 p.m. 207-215 Sanders St. Info: (613)258-2225 or 1(866)4338933 ext 2374. Roast Beef & Mashed Potatoes Dinner, homemade pies & cakes, mixed vegetables, baked beans & salads etc., served by the Odd Fellow & Rebekah Lodges at the Odd Fellows Hall, 119 Clothier St., East. April 27, 4:30-6:30p.m. Info: 613-258-2258. Star Gazing, meet at Ferguson Forest Centre bldg, Tuesday, April 22, 9:00 p.m. Informative observation session with astronomer Steve Wendt. Info: www.friendsofthefersgusonforest.com

LANARK Community Home Support- Lanark County. Foot Care Clinics, Tuesdays & Thursdays. For appts & details call 613-253-0733. Community Home Support- LC Diners’ Club Wed. April 30, 12 noon.Info 613-2530733. Lanark Highlands Youth Centre Annual General Meeting, Thursday, April 24, 7 p.m. Info: 613-259-2012. Lanark Legion #395 4th Annual Womenless Fashion Show, April 26, music starts at 3 p.m. followed by a light lunch. Fashion Show begins at 7:30 p.m. Info: 613-259-3449. Lanark Legion #395 Music Jamboree. All musicians welcome. April 19, music 2-5 p.m.

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. Dinner & Dance, April 18, Chicken Dinner or Salmon Loaf, 6 p.m. music by Harry Adrain 7-11 p.m. Merrickville Legion. Dinner & Dance, April 25, Pasta Dinner, 6 p.m. music by Smokey Rose 7-11 p.m. Merrickville Legion. iPad Workshop, Saturday, April 26 10:30 a.m. Merrickville Library. Register 613-2693326. Lego Club, Saturday, April 19 drop-in 10-12. Merrickville Library. Ages 4-12. Merrickville and District Historical Society Annual Spring Dinner. April 29. Reception 6:30 pm, Dinner 7.00 pm. Merrickville Legion, Main Street West. Tickets are limited, advance only call Gillian Gray 613-269-4236. Merrickville Legion Club Room open Tuesday nights from 7-10:30 p.m. Mixed Darts, every Monday night, 7 p.m.; Men’s Darts, every Wednesday, 7 p.m. Legion. Music Matinee, by Wildflower, April 19, 1-4 p.m. Merrickville Legion. The Peter Liu Trio - A presentation of Merrickville’s Jazz Fest and The Baldachin Inn. April 25, 7-9:30 pm. See website for details www.merrickvillesjazzfest.com For reservations call 613269-4223.

PAKENHAM Pakenham Community Home Support sponsors: Foot care, transportation, meals on wheels, Tuesday luncheons. Info/appointment (613)624-5647. Roast beef dinner, dessert & beverage included. Take out available. April 27, Stewart

Community Centre, 4:00-6:30 p.m. Sponsor: St 257 John St. N., Arnprior. Reservations recomMark’s Anglican Church. Info Helen 613-256- mended 613-623-0976. 4126. April 26, 9 a.m.-noon. Pancake breakfast with silent auction. Newboro Community Hall. Sponsor: St. Mary’s Anglican Church. Ashton United Church Ham & Turkey PERTH Supper, Saturday, May 3, 4-8 p.m. Tickets at the door. Bridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets Beckwith Playgroup meets Mondays and 7:00 p.m., Thursdays, April 17, 24 at Perth Civi- Thursdays, 9:30-11:30. Beckwith Twp Hall, tan Club. For partnership contact Bert Picard Black’s Corners, (Sept.-June). Info: 613-257613-267-5305. 1539. Community Dinner, Saturday, April 19, Best Possible Start Drop-In. Parenting 4:30-6 p.m. at St Paul’s United Church, 25 Gore information and support. 1st and 3rd Monday’s Street West. Everyone welcome. each month, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Country Roads Film Night International Perth is showing CHC, 4319 Cove Road, Portland. Info: Early the Canadian film Siddarth, Wednesday, April Years Team, 272-2799 or 1(888)998-9927. 23, 2-7 p.m. at the Full Circle Theatre, Craig Bid euchre every Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. MonStreet. Info: 613-267-1224. tague & District Seniors Club, 658 Rosedale Rd Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Mon- S. (613)283-6240, (613)283-8482. day, 10:30-12:30 a.m. at The Table, 190 Gore St Bingo, Elgin Lions Club Hall, every ThursE. Info: 613-257-2779 ext 104 (or ext 100). day night, 7 p.m. Smoke free. Lanark County Quilters Guild meeting, “Dave Gunning,” winner of the Hockey song Tuesday, April 22, at the Lions’ Hall, Perth Fair- and singer-songwriter, will be performing at the grounds. Annual Challenge presentation and Joshua Bates Centre, Friday, Apr. 25, 8 p.m. Tickprizes. Guests welcome. Refreshments. ets: 613-924-2044, 613-924-2056. Learn Tai Chi, April 28 and 29 at St. Paul’s Easter Brunch, Saturday, April 19, Rosedale United Church, Perth, April 28 and 30 at Se- Hall. 9-noon. Easter egg hunt at noon. Sponsor: niors Activity Building Smith Falls. Info: 613- Montague Parks and Recreation. 267-8007 Honky Tonk Saturday Night with Ball & Perth Lioness Club, Annual Spring Fling, Chain & The Wreckers, May 3, Cajun style two Thursday, April 24, 6 p.m. Silent auction, door step and waltz lesson at 8 p.m. Band starts at 9 and jar prizes, finger foods, entertainment by p.m. Agricultural Hall in McDonalds Corners John Malcolm “A Bit of Nostalgia”. Tickets: Horseshoes, Toledo Legion, every Tuesday, 7 Arlyn 613-267-2588. p.m. sharp. All welcome. Rideau Trail Association, Saturday, Kitley Elders Potluck lunch. April 24, 12 April 19 (Easter Weekend) Trans Canada noon. Anglican Church Hall, Newbliss. All Trail, moderate pace, level 1, 12 km. Meet at welcome. 613-284-0307. Mallorytown Legion, Weekly bingo, every Conlon Farm, Perth 9:00 a.m. Leader: Alida Thursday night, doors open at 6 p.m. 613-264-1559. Maple Pancake Brunch, also bake sale, Rideau Trail Association, Sunday, April 27 Rock Dunder, Wildflower Walk, Slow to Maberly Community Hall, Saturday, April 19, 10 moderate pace, Level 2, 6 km. Donations to a.m. -1 p.m. Sponsor: Maberly Agricultural Society, 613-268-2102. Rideau Waterway Land Trust. Meet at ConMembership Meeting, every 4th Tuesday at lon Farm, Perth 9:00 a.m. Leader: Susan 613- 10 a.m. followed by a potluck lunch. Montague 264-1196. Forget-Me-Not Seniors. Info: 613-283-7210. St Paul’s United Church Rummage Sale, Oxford On Rideau Bird Auction, Saturday, Thursday, April 24, 9-3. Friday, April 25, 9-noon. April 26, 9 a.m. South Mountain Fairgrounds. 25 Gore St W (corner of D’Arcy & Gore). Info: 613-258-2080. Stroke survivor and caregiver support Portland Community lunch, Portland Unitgroup, meets the 4th Wednesday of every month ed Church, Tuesday, April 22, 12-1 p.m. Soup, between 1:30-3:30 p.m. Legion, 26 Beckwith St sandwiches, dessert. Handicapped accessible. All E. Info: (613)549-6666 x6867. welcome. The Butterfly Fan Club- Perth & District R.C. Legion Branch 604 Spencerville. Breast Cancer Support Group. Perth Family Breakfast Daily. Lunch Monday to Friday. ThursHealth Centre, 33 Lewis St. Monthly Meetings, day Musical Entertainment 2-6 p.m. Wings & 7-9 p.m. 3rd Thursday (April 17). Info: Carleen Salad Fridays 5-9 p.m. Easter Basket Draw April 613-812-4474. 19th. Information 613-658-2031. All Welcome. Roast Beef Supper at Tatlock Hall, Sunday Apr. 27, 4:00-6:30 pm. Bread rolls & pies all home-made. Hall is at 696 Conc. 7 Darling, just RURAL off Tatlock Rd. Info: 613-256-1071. Shopping bus trip. Every 2nd Tuesday of the 17th Annual Road Beef Dinner, North month (April 22). Leaving Portland Community Gower United Church, Wednesday, May 7, 4:30- Hall, 9 a.m. Info./location 613-272-2676. 6:30 p.m. Alfred Taylor Community Centre, Spaghetti Night All You Can East Salad etc., North Gower. Reserved Tickets, Mary 613-489- April 25, 6 p.m. Royal Canadian Legion Upper 2697. Rideau Branch #542, Westport 4 Hand Euchre Friday, April 25, 7:30 PM, Spring Musical, Calvin United Church, Pierces Corners Hall. Light lunch. All welcome. Dewitts Corners, April 27, 2:30 p.m., feaInfo: 613-489-1684 4 hand euchre, Tuesday evenings 7 p.m. turing: Fiddlers & Friends as well as Ann & (starting May 1) ABC Hall, Bolingbroke. Spon- Jacques Perron. Refreshments served. Tickets or Info: 613-264-0004, 613-264-8189, sor: ABC Seniors. Lunch and prizes. 4 hand euchre, Wednesday, April 23, 7:00 613-273-5420. St Paul’s United Church, Franktown, Ham p.m. Montague Seniors Hall, Rosedale. Good & Bean Supper, Saturday, April 26, 4:00 - 6:30 prizes, good food. (613)284-1074. “All You Can Eat” Pancake Breakfast, p.m. Enjoy scalloped potatoes, jelly salads, buns, Saturday, April 19, 8-11:30 a.m. Sausages and desserts, coffee & tea. Tickets at the door. Info: local maple syrup. 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Bowes Brothers in Concert, Trinity United Church, 41 Market St. Sunday, May 4, 7:00 p.m. Tickets at the Church Sunday to Thursday 9:00 a.m. - noon or at the door. Celebrate Easter, with Calvary Bible Church (613-283-6474). Attend our special services on Good Friday at 10 a.m. and Easter Sunday at 11 a.m. Chartwell Van Horne Manor, Big Bike for Heart and Stroke Foundation, May 8, 10:30 a.m. Looking for participants on the Big Bike. Info & pledge shts call Marie: 613-284-8080. Darts, Friday 8 p.m. Mixed. Legion. Darts, Jasper, Thursday 7:30 p.m. Legion Br 95 Darts, Tuesday, 7 p.m. Singles. Royal Canadian Legion, 7 Main St E. Duplicate Bridge, Tuesday, April 22, Legion, starting at 1 p.m. Partnership Janet Sparks 613283-1957. EA- Emotions Anonymous- 12-step organization working toward recovery from emotional difficulties (marriage, children, grief, etc). Meetings (every Tuesday)- April 22, 7 p.m. Salvation Army Church (side door). (613)283-0960. Free Breakfast, at Calvary Bible Church (15 Beech St) on Sat. April 19, from 9-11a.m. Info: 613-283-6474. Harmony Club 162, 61 Cornelia St. Darts every Thursday. 1:30 p.m. Info: 613-283-4684. Historical Society presents Heritage Gardening April 24th at 7:00 pm, at Heritage House Museum. 613-283-6311. All are welcome! Knights of Columbus Ham Dinner, Wed, April 23, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Knights of Columbus Hall, 18 William West. Info: 613-283-1550, 613283-1328. Lanark County Brain Injury Survivors Group, meeting. Every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-noon. Tricas, 88 Cornelia St. W. Learn Tai Chi, April 28 and 29 at St. Paul’s United Church, Perth, April 28 and 30 at Seniors Activity Building Smith Falls. Info: 613267-8007 Lifesaving Standard First Aid CPC C and AED course May 10 & May 11, 9 - 5 p.m. The Hub is located in the Gallipeau Centre, 361 Queen St E., Call 613-284-5208. National Lifeguard Service courses, May 2 & May 23, 6 - 10 p.m. May 3 & May 24, 12 8 p.m. and May 4 & 25, 12 - 8 p.m. Must have bronze Cross and Standard First Aid. The Hub is located in the Gallipeau Centre, 361 Queen St E., Call 613-284-5208. Pitch in Smiths Falls, Sat. April 19 - May 4, Special Group Day April 26, 9 - 11:30 p.m. Info: Bonita 613-283-1174 or The Real at 613283-7999. Pitch-In Group Effort Day, Sat ., Apr. 26, 9 - 11:30am. Meet at Ferrara & Fergusson to clean up litter. Wear gloves, bags provided. 613-2831174 or 613-283-7999 Pitch-In Smiths Falls community litter clean up, April 19-May 4. Supplies at REAL Deal, call 283-1174 for a location. See www. REALaction.ca. Rummage Sale! Saturday, April 26, 9 a.m.noon. St. John’s Anglican Church Parish Hall. Sponsored by ACW, Group B. St Johns Anglican Church Community Dinner - Easter Monday, April 21st - doors open at 12:45 pm. All welcome.

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Legacy gift to CHEO generates $4.6 million As CHEO gets ready to celebrate its 40th anniversary this year, it is natural to reflect back to the early days of the hospital. It was a dream that was built on sheer will and determination by a community that was committed to providing the best health care for its children and youth. During the late 1960’s and early 70’s, physicians, elected officials, parents and the community at large joined forces to establish a special and distinct hospital to serve the children and youth of eastern Ontario and western Quebec. This group raised $4 million from the community which was a formidable sum for the times.

When Mr. Cochrane died in 1985 the CHEO Foundation received $540,000 from his estate. The Foundation established the Weldon Cochrane Endowment Fund with his gift as directed in his Will. Much has happened and changed at CHEO in the nearly 30 years since Mr. Cochrane’s death, and in that time his legacy gift has generated $4.6 million in interest which has benefited generations of patients and families at CHEO. In 25 years from now based on a conservative interest rate of 6% The Cochrane Endowment Fund will be valued at $19,742,605; in 50 years it will be $84,732,710 and in 100 years it will have reached $1,560,789,584.

THE IMPACT OF MR. COCHRANE’S GENEROUS GIFT IS PROBABLY BEYOND WHAT HE COULD HAVE EVEN IMAGINED WHEN HE MADE IT OVER 30 YEARS AGO. HIS LEGACY LIVES ON AND CONTINUES TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF YOUNG PATIENTS AT CHEO TODAY, AND FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS. In 1980, when the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) was only just 11 years old, Weldon Cochrane, an Ottawa chartered accountant and partner with the accounting firm of Coopers and Lybrand (now PriceWaterhouseCoopers) was also the Treasurer on the CHEO Foundation Board. Mr. Cochrane had an appreciation for the importance of leaving a legacy and understood how to make an impact. With that in mind, he made a gift in his Will to CHEO leaving the residual of his estate with instructions for it to be endowed; meaning that the capital would be preserved in perpetuity and the annual interest would be used to fund the important work at CHEO. He was predeceased by his wife, Adrienne Cochrane and his only child, Delma Grace Cochrane.

With these funds CHEO will be able to continue to purchase state of the art equipment, fund lifesaving research while continuing to provide the best in pediatric care for the children and youth of our community. His legacy lives on at CHEO every day through the children and families that benefit from his generous and forward thinking.

As CHEO marks this major milestone, we look back and honor those in our community who made our local children’s hospital a reality and donors like Mr. Cochrane who made children a priority in their lives. Donors like him have helped to ensure that CHEO will be here forever. Why not honour what is most important to you during your lifetime by considering a gift in Will to CHEO. Our children, youth and families deserve to always have excellent health care, to benefit from lifesaving research and be provided with the support programs to live happy and healthy lives now and forever.

WHAT IS FOREVER CHEO? Forever CHEO is a way to ensure that CHEO will always be here to provide excellent care, lifesaving research and invaluable support to children and their families every day by making a gift from your estate. When you leave a gift in your Will to CHEO you have the option of designating it to address immediate needs within the Hospital, the Research Institute or the Forever CHEO Endowment Fund. This fund will preserve the full amount of your gift and disperse the interest to CHEO annually. Since the fund will live on in perpetuity, so will your gift to future generations of children at CHEO. This is a way to leave a permanent and meaningful mark on your community.

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FOREVER CHEO IS AN ENDOWMENT FUND THAT WILL ENSURE EXCELLENCE IN HEALTH CARE FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS AND SUPPORT LIFE SAVING RESEARCH FOR HEALTHIER CHILDREN AND YOUTH IN OUR REGION AND BEYOND. Marty Clement is the Leader of EY’s Professional Services Practice specializing in providing Canadian income tax, GST/HST and business advisory services to various professionals and private companies including charities. “CHEO provides family focused care from infancy through adolescence which requires support that goes far beyond the traditional physician/patient relationship. I believe that helping families make informed decisions about treating a child’s injury or illness will always be one of the most important roles to play. Supporting Forever CHEO will ensure that families will always have access to a resource that is truly precious.” Marty Clement marty.clement@ca.ey.com | (613)-598-4894

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“I am very thankful for the excellent care provided by the medical professionals at CHEO. As a parent, it is very comforting to have access to such wonderful services as our children depend on us. I am grateful for the good ideas, treatments and research that Forever CHEO supports. Every day they are giving deserving kids a healthier start in life.”

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donations through estate planning. We are pleased to introduce a few of those professionals who make up

professionals are always available to William H. Hinz B.Comm., LL.B. CFP© has over 20 years experience in management, accounting, law and financial services and is currently practicing in the area of estate, tax and succession planning, corporate law and financial planning.

Denis Sicotte, LL.B. is a founding partner of Sicotte Guilbault LLP which he established in 1993 and was previously licensed as a Chartered Accountant. As a Chartered Accountant and lawyer, Denis is able to provide both strategic business and legal advice to clients.

talk with you about how including charitable giving in your estate will not only help your favourite charities, but will help you and your family as well.

Paul B. St. Louis, LL.B, TEP VicePresident, Doherty & Associates Ltd., Investment Counsel began his professional career as a practising lawyer and subsequently spent the next 15 years in private wealth management with two of Canada’s largest financial institutions specializing in estate planning, estate settlement and fiduciary management. “Forever CHEO is important to me because we are incredibly lucky to have CHEO serving our community. It is so easy to be inspired by the commitment to health care and compassion that every staff member has at CHEO, particularly when the situation becomes more serious. It is a privilege to help out in some way to encourage charitable support for such a worthy community institution.”

“I am forever grateful to the doctors and staff at CHEO for their outstanding care of various members of my family. We are so fortunate in the Ottawa community to have access to the wonderful team of caring, compassionate and exceptionally-skilled professionals at CHEO.” Will Hinz whinz@brazeauseller.com | (613) 237-4000 ext. 249

Paul St. Louis paul.stlouis@doherty.ca | (613) 238-6727 x 7107 Jessica Houle, LLP is an associate at Sicotte Guilbault J.D. and a member of the Business Law Group as well as the Franchise and Distribution Law Group. Jessica is fluently bilingual, and her practice focuses primarily on commercial law (including Franchising), employment law and wills and estate law.

Shawn Ryan, CFP, TEP Partner and Senior Insurance and Estate Planner with Scrivens Insurance and Financial Solutions has over 25 years experience in the financial services industry and has his CFP (Certified Financial Planner) and his TEP (Trust and Estate Practitioner) designations.

“Health care and research adds remarkable value to society and Forever CHEO ensures that the invaluable care and research provided by the doctors and staff at CHEO continues into the future. I am very grateful for CHEO staff and the considerable difference they make in the lives of young patients in our community.”

“Forever CHEO is important to me because our children are the future. I want to ensure that our local philanthropic population understands their charitable options and therefore will empower them to make better and more informed decisions on how they may donate their gift to this wonderful and invaluable cause!”

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Merrickville’s Jazz Fest presents Peter Liu Trio at Baldachin Inn April 25 mance, the Peter Liu Trio presents a unique program exploring the mystery, intensity and complexity of love relationships. The Baldachin Inn dining room will be offering a $40 set menu for dinner including a cover charge. Reservations are highly recommended. Please contact the Baldachin Inn at 613-2694223 or email baldachininn@ gmail.com. For further details, please visit www.merrickvillejazzfest.com and click on the ‘Special Events’ link and for

more on the Peter Liu Trio, go to www.peterliuvocals.com. This concert is being presented by the Baldachin Inn and Merrickville’s Jazz Fest to highlight the fourth edition of the festival, which will take place in Merrickville, Thursday, Oct. 16 to Sunday, Oct. 19. For more information on Merrickville’s Jazz Fest, including upcoming events and the full schedule for the festival, visit www.merrickvillejazzfest.com. Submitted by the organizers of Merrickville’s Jazz Fest. R0012651286_0417

Arts – Join us Friday, April for another special event of Well-known for his warm, Peter Liu is a popular jazz vo25 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Merrickville’s Jazz Fest fea- velvety voice, creative phras- calist who is passionate about Baldachin Inn dining room turing the Peter Liu Trio. ing and engaging presence, singing jazz and connecting with audiences. He performs with some of Ottawa’s finest jazz musicians at a variety of public and private events in the region. With a tight, professional sound, the Peter Liu Trio deliver moving and exciting interpretations of timeless jazz standards, including swing, Latin, ballads and blues. Liu is accompanied by Yves Laroche on piano and Tom Denison on bass. For this special perfor-

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The Peter Liu Trio will be featured in a special concert April 25, presented by Merrickville’s Jazz Fest and the Baldachin Inn. Above, the trio is made up of Yves Laroche on piano, vocalist Peter Liu and bassist Tom Denison. They offer interpretations of jazz standards including swing, Latin, ballads and blues.

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and diabetes. Since periodontal disease can be prevented and controlled, it is the dental hygienists who have the expertise to play a key role in decreasing both its rate of incidence and severity. Professional dental hygiene care includes an examination of your head and neck, checking your gums and teeth, screening for oral cancer, reviewing healthy diet considerations and developing a care plan that includes prevention and treatment therapies. Prevention is the key! Recognizing the large gap to dental care based on cost, dental hygienists have spearheaded a nationwide campaign called “Gift From the Heart�. One day every year around Valentine’s Day, independent dental hygienists all across Canada open their hearts and their clinics to provide oral health care to the public who may be financially unable to receive dental hygiene care; at no cost. This program has spread across the country like wild fire because dental hygienists are very passionate people who are always prepared to give back to their community one “SMILE� at a time. I am proud to be part of such a great profession.... Happy Dental Hygiene Week everyone! Submitted by: Lori Lawrence R.D.H. Smile Sensations Dental Hygiene Clinic Smiths Falls, ON

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the name of the owner in the ‘70s, Paul Sigouin. Mr. Gagne and Mr. Sigouin were the best of friends 35 years earlier! My Mum has been fine ever since and I hope to restore the Hollywood some day.� The body comes from the front-wheel-drive Cord 810 and 812 of 1936 and ’37. When the

Cord company went under, both Graham and Hupp decided to revive the Cord’s classic styling. Graham built the Hollywood in 1940-41 and Hupp built the Skylark. The Cord’s disappearing headlights were replaced with permanently mounted ones, and these new cars were rear-wheel drive, but there was no mistak-

ing the Cord heritage. Only a few Hollywoods and Skylarks were built before the Cord design died forever, but lives on in cars like the one Andrew Marsh owns and plans to have back on the road some day. 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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Valley Heartland CFDC is a community based organization dedicated to stimulating job creation and economic growth through business and community development by providing business loans, business counseling and financial contributions. One of 269 Community Futures Program locations in Canada funded by the Federal Government, Valley Heartland CFDC serves all of Lanark County and North Leeds, including the municipalities of Smiths Falls, Perth, Carleton Place, Tay Valley, Drummond North Elmsley, Lanark Highlands, Mississippi Mills, Beckwith, Montague, Merrickville-Wolford, Elizabethtown-Kitley, Rideau Lakes and Westport.

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Lifestyle – Andrew Marsh lives in L’Orignal, Ont., a small town on the Ottawa River: “Hi Sherlock! I love your stories! My story is incredible. I had operated an auto body shop in Rigaud, Que., and last year, one of my customers told me about a Graham Hollywood that he and a partner had purchased. I had only a smattering of Graham knowledge but I asked my dad what car was built in 1940 with a supercharger and he knew Graham Hollywood, just like that! “The owners brought the car to my shop. Someone had put in a Studebaker straight six with a GM automatic transmission but without a supercharger. They wanted to sell the car for $1,000. I fixed one guy’s Nissan and paid the other guy $500. The car was a field-find mess but I loved it. The speedo of the car says driving range, then you enter the danger zone. It has Cord good looks with reversehinged front doors. I joined the Graham Owners Club and found a guy in Victoria, B.C., who sold me all his extras: supercharged engine, tranny and differential, and I was ready to start restoring it. “My mother became ill with stomach cancer and had to have surgery immediately. We went to the Montreal General and in a matter of days my Mum had successful surgery and when we went to see her in recovery, there were four people to a room. One of the patients, a very nice lady named Mme. Gagne, asked me what I did for a living. I mentioned my auto shop and my Hollywood. “She replied that her husband and she used to ride in a Hollywood, and if the interior was blue, which it was, it was my car! I have since acquired

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SHIRLEY AND TED SHEINFIELD We did it! Lived to celebrate our Seventieth Wedding Anniversary. A rarity! On April 23, 2014. We reared three fine children – Marilyn Willis (Brian); Diane McKinnon (Michael) and our son Joel (Darlene Gunness). They have blessed us with grandchildren Adam Willis, Ian McKinnon (Katie), Craig McKinnon (Pinar) and Jeremy Gunness (Chiqusa). Now we have beautiful great grandchildren – Derin and Derya McKinnon, and Hank and Crosby McKinnon. Compatible? Shirley loved swimming, skating, dancing, reading, gardening, and old songs. Ted’s enjoyment was watching baseball, hockey and football; and a jazz lover. We both curled and golfed. Shirley was a ‘homemaker’ all her life; and Ted worked at Findlay Foundary for a short time then became a Salesman in Ottawa for a newcomer in the photo copier business. Lastly he was a Salesman for Campbell Printing. We are sad that many family, relatives and friends have passed on before us; but we are thankful to have lived this long!

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HAPPY 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Jim and Alma McLean Married April 18, 1964 With love form your friends and family

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50 YEARS Larry and Lynne Pilon and family We invite you to join us Saturday, April 26, 1-4 p.m. at Lombard Glen Golf Course No gifts please

Doug and Dianna Smith of Smiths Falls are pleased to announce the forthcoming marriage of their daughter Britteny Smith to Mike Hall Son of Don and Loreen Hall of Perth. Wedding to take place July 26, 2014 in Perth at Stewart Park

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Donna Pringle Egan Donna’s family invites you to join her in celebration of her turning a young 80 this year! Saturday, April 19, 2-4 p.m. Kinsmen Pavillion, Lower Reach Park Best Wishes & Tall Tales Only!

IN MEMORIAM LYON- In loving memory of our mother, Doris Lyon, who passed away, March 28, 1984 and our father, Walter Lyon, who passed away April 18, 1979. Always remembered, The Lyon Family

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HAPPY 50TH BIRTHDAY Brenda Day April 21, 2014 HAPPY 75TH BIRTHDAY Clarence Closs April 23, 2014

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KELFORD - Jaxon and Kirk Kelford of Perth are excited to announce the birth of their little sister Aubriella Rebecca Kelford. She was born on March 1st, 2014 at 7:24PM, weighing 8lbs 12.6 oz and 52 cm long. Aubriella’s proud parents are Justin and Rebecca Kelford of Perth. Aubriella is the first granddaughter for Ralph and Leona Henry of Almonte as well as Alex and Kim Kelford of Carleton Place. Proud great grandparents are Courtland and Betty Kelford of Ompah as well as Lois and Malcolm Hennigar of Ompah. Aubriella is the first niece for Ryan Kelford of Carleton Place, for Ashley Henry and Marko Cekic of Perth as well as for Melissa and Tanner Desilets of Stittsville. Lois Henry of Carleton Place is Aubriella’s proud great Aunt LoLo.

DOBBIE - FERGUSON On September 21, 2013 a beautiful fall wedding took place at Timber Run Golf Course in Lanark. Emily, daughter of Carol Ann and Dwayne Dobbie married Derek, son of Donna and Ernie Ferguson. Emily and Derek are truly best friends and to make it complete are now husband and wife. We are so proud of you! Love, Hugs and Prayers, Mom and Dad xox CARD OF THANKS

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THANK YOU The family of the late Johanna Voogt wish to express their sincere thanks to all our family, friends and neighbours for their kind words of sympathy, phone calls, cards and charitable donations. A special thank you to the staff and residents of Broadview Nursing Centre. Thank you to staff at Lannins Funeral Home for their passionate assistance. Thank you to Rev. Peter Woods for the touching service and his wife for the music. Thank you to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 95 for the lovely luncheon. Sincerely Johanna’s daughters Susan, Theresa, Corrie and family

RITCHIE – Nick, Jennifer (nee Aunger) and big sister Grace were thrilled to welcome Amelia Viola May on December 17, 2013 weighing 6 pounds 14 ounces. Amelia is the fourth grandchild of Peter and Pauline Aunger of Smiths Falls and a second granddaughter for Ed and Patricia Ritchie of Cambridge. Nick and Jenn would like to thank Dr.Yunker, Wanita Andress and all of the nurses and staff at the Smiths Falls Hospital for their outstanding care.

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I sincerely wish to thank everyone who shared in my 85th birthday celebration! It was such a beautiful day – full of old friends, new friends and so many lovely memories. I am grateful to all for taking time out of their day to stop in and visit for a while. To my family and their friends, the bakers, the musicians and especially to Terry Lee at Farrell Hall – a big heartfelt THANK-YOU for such an incredible party! Sincerely “May, Mom, Nana, Aunt May, Mrs. Porubovic” XO

WWII Veteran (Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 95) John Bernard O’Neill passed away peacefully at the Ottawa Heart Institute on Thursday, April 10, 2014 with family by his side at the age of 92. Beloved husband and best friend for more than 67 years to Elsie (nee Conlin). Loving and devoted father of Gail (Carl) Popkey and Karen (Mike) Forbes. Cherished grandfather of Jennifer (Glen) Bergen, Jim (Margo) Popkey, Susan (John) Goodyer, and Dan Forbes, David Forbes (Emilie Kauss), and Kelly Forbes (John Nephin). Proud greatgrandfather of Jack, Tom, Emerson, Mallory, Nathan, Austin and Alena. Jack is predeceased by his precious grandson Paul Popkey and his sister Norma Donovan. Jack will be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends in the Smiths Falls and surrounding areas. Friends were received at Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Monday, April 14, 2014 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Francis de Sales Church on Tuesday at 11 o’clock. Interment followed at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to either the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy 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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I would like to thank all my family, friends and relatives for the lovely gifts, flowers and cards, also for being there to make my 90th birthday so special. Special thanks to James and Helen for all the work and arranging involved. God Bless you all. Carmel Watt

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IN MEMORIAM JACQUES, Lena - In loving memory of a dear mother who passed away. Fifteen years have passed and gone Since one we loved so well Was taken from our home on earth, With Jesus Christ to dwell. The flowers we place upon her grave May wither and decay, But the love for her who sleeps beneath Shall never fade away.

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Sandra Victoria Walker Mom passed away peacefully, in hospital, Kingston, on Friday, April 04, 2014. Sandra Victoria Walker, of Perth, in her 69th year. Sandra Walker, cherished mother to Donnie (Connie), Katherine (Beau), all of Perth. Treasured grandmother to: Katie, Jonathan (Chelsea), Lee (Nicole), and Darren and loving great grandmother to: Karson, Zaiden, Jase. Sandra was predeceased by her father, John Monk in 1989, and her mother Lillian (nee` Swatton) in 2002, and by her brothers Raymond and Jimmy, and sister, Glenna. Also left to mourn her loss are her siblings: John (Carla), Robert (late Mary), Linda (Robert), Steve (late Donna), William (Marlene), Tim (Sheila), Heather (Pat), and her step-brothers and sisters: Jill, Wendy, Kevin, Shaina, Larry (Gillie), Patricia, Richard (Sandra). Sandra will by sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews, and dear friends throughout the years. Special thanks to Sandy’s friend, Diane Morrow, for her love and care, and to Susan King, our dear family friend, as well as, all the health care providers for Mom during her trials. To honour Sandra’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service at the funeral home. Cremation has taken place. All are invited to participate in a graveside service to be held on Saturday, May 17th, at 11:00 a.m. at the Scotch Line Cemetery, Upper Scotch Line Road, Perth, with the Reverend Grace Vaters, officiating. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Lanark Animal Welfare Society, or the Canadian Cancer Society.

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IN MEMORIAM CRAWFORD - In loving memory of a dear sister Fran, who passed away April 23, 2013. April comes with deep regret It brings back days we will never forget. Deep in our hearts your memory is kept, To love, to cherish and never forget. Ken and Dora

THANK YOU Thank you to Russ and Debbie for all their help while I as in the Montford Hospital. I would like to thank my family and late husband’s family, doctors and nurses for being so good. Also my dear friends who stayed with me and brought food to the house, all phone calls, visits, flowers and cards, prayers. It was greatly appreciated and will always be remembered in my heart. Shirley

THANK YOU We would like to take this time to thank everyone who came to support us at the difficult time of Dan Barr’s death. Thanks to all who sent food, flowers, donations and cards and came to visit and has been there for us. Thanks to Kim and the others for getting to the hospital so quick to be with us. Special thanks to Shelley, Steve, the choir, Sam and Laura for a wonderful service. To O’Dacre Funeral Home staff for being so kind to us. To the UCW for providing us with a delicious lunch and to anyone else we may have missed. Thanks again, we will miss him forever and remember you all Peggy, Dave, Tom and families

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The family of the late Judy Bailey wish to thank all those people who sent cards, food, flowers and lent their support through this difficult time of her passing. Special thanks to Blair & Son Funeral Home in Smiths Falls for their kindness and professionalism and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Smiths Falls Legion for the reception following the funeral. Justin and Nicole Tye

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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. Friends may pay their respects at the Smiths Falls Free Methodist Church, 573 County Road 29, Smiths Falls on Saturday April 26th from 12:30 to 1:30 pm, Funeral Service will follow at 2:00 pm. 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

LEYENAAR Anskje ‘Ann’ Former resident of Winchester and Chesterville, Anskje ‘Ann’ Leyenaar passed away peacefully at the Woodland Villa, Long Sault, on Wednesday, April 2, at the age of 93. Anskje VanderPlaats was born on November 11, 1920, in Friesland, the Netherlands. As a youngster, she lost her father to heat stroke, and was raised by her mother and step-Dad, Dirk Venema. Anskje finished elementary school and then started working for a farmer and his wife, boarding with them, and working long hours for a meagre wage. During these years, she grew in her Christian faith and knowledge of the Scriptures, which carried her through some difficult years. In her late teens, Anskje met Klaas Leyenaar from Wons, Friesland. They were married on May 19, 1943. In March of 1950, they emigrated to Canada with their three young children. Three more children would be born in Ontario. Their first home was in Toyes Hill, and in 1956, they purchased a farm west of Winchester Springs. In 1979, they retired from full-time farming and moved to Winchester. Anskje was a hard worker, and enjoyed gardening and tending houseplants. Hobbies included sewing, knitting and crocheting, playing Scrabble and dominoes. She was active in church activities and mission circles, supporting any Christian ministries. Anskje is survived by her children Maryke (Piebe) DeJong of Chesterville, Jacob (Lillian) of London, Stuart (Adrie) of Merrickville, Peter (Karen) of Winchester Springs, Annie (Roy) Burrage of Kitchener and Clarence (Darlene) of Newmarket. She is also survived by siblings Florence Postma of the Netherlands, Fetze (Clara) Venema of Brockville and Sybren Venema of the Netherlands. Anskje will be fondly remembered by 17 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Klaas, her brothers Hessel, Fekke, Marten and Piet Venema. She is also survived by nieces and nephews. The memorial service was conducted by Rev. Bruce Kemp on April 5 at the Marsden-McLaughlin Funeral Home in Williamsburg, and interment followed at New Union Cemetery, Williamsburg. Pallbearers were grandsons Matt, Chris, Phil, and Nikolas Leyenaar,and Siebren and Carl DeJong. Donations to the Canadian Bible Society or the charity of your choice will be greatly acknowledged by the family. Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com

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Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

Pepper Jean Ann Pepper (nee Linton)

Passed away suddenly in Ottawa on Friday, April 11, 2014 Jean Ann Pepper in her 58th year. Proud and loving mother of Shane (Sara) Pepper and Crystal Pepper. Proud grandmother of Bryanna and Maxwell Pepper. Loved sister of Gerald (Cherry) Linton, Bev (Bob) Moore, Dawn (Paul) Dunlop, and Bob (Susan) Calver. Jean is predeceased by her mother Lois (nee Barnett) and father Sam (Dorothy) Linton and her sisters Joyce Linton, Donna Clarke and Diane Munroe. She will be fondly remembered by Tim Pepper, her numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends paid their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 from 6 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place in the Chapel on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice 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

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Lillian V. Burke

Lillian passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 8th, 2014 at Seeleys Bay Retirement Home in her 95th year. She was predeceased by Lindsay, her beloved husband of 66 years. Lillian was the dear mother of Ethel Dubeau (late Ross) and by her first husband (late Derwood Warren), Earl (Karen), Eleanor (late Elwood) Black, Eileen (Bill) Moreland, Percy (Shirley), Helen (Terry) St. Pierre, Melville (Paulette) and Jean (Hector) Montilla. She was the cherished grandmother to her many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren. She will be sadly missed by her sister Gladys Blakely and sister-in-law Madeline Burke. She was predeceased by her sister Florence Couch and brother Howard. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W., Perth on Sunday, April 13th, 2014 from 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. Funeral service was held in the Chapel on Monday at 11:00 A.M. Interment, Christ Church Cemetery, Oso. In remembrance, contributions to the Teen Challenge Canada or charity of choice would be appreciated. “Heaven just got a new Gardener!!”.

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Phillips, Laurence Wright At Stoneridge Manor, Carleton Place, on Saturday April 12, 2014, at the age of 85. Loving brother of Patricia (Doug Schoular). Predeceased by his brother Donald Phillips. Uncle of Kathy Black, Robb Schoular, Todd Schoular and Matt Schoular. Great-uncle of 4 nephews and 2 nieces. Friends are invited to attend the funeral service at Zion-Memorial United Church, 37 Franklin Street, Carleton Place, on Thursday April 17, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. Interment at Beechwood Cemetery. For those who wish, a donation to the Parkinson’s Society would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com

THIBAULT Cody Lee

Our Beautiful Boy It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Cody Thibault on Tuesday, April 8, 2014 at the age of 24 years. Beloved son of Debbie Thibault (Zoppa) and James McGinnis. Treasured grandson of Dorothy and Walter Zoppa. Cherished Godson of Cindy Thompkins. Predeceased by his brother Logan, his father Randy and his grandparents Barbara and Milford Brown. Sadly missed and fondly remembered by many aunts, uncles, relatives and friends. Friends were invited to visit with the family at Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls, on Saturday, April 12, 2014 from 1 until 4 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.a

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IN MEMORIAM COYLES - In loving memory of a dear father, father-in-law, grandfather and great grandfather, Elmer, who passed away April 18, 1993. Dad is such a special word A word that brings to mind A big warm smile, a helping hand A way of being kind. Devotion to the family A word of patience too. “Dad” is such a special word Because it stands for “You”. Always remembered, always loved, Your Family

COYLES - In loving memory of a dear husband, Elmer, who passed away April 18, 1993. Though you’re no longer with me, Every day I find, In one way or another, You’re back there in my mind. I might hear a piece of music, And at once my mind is stirred, Back to a treasured moment, The two of us have shared. I never try to stop them, I let them just flow through It’s just my way of spending time, Once again with you. Loved and remembered always, Jean

Peacefully at the Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital (Smiths Falls Site) on Wednesday April 9, 2014. Jean Rowe of Elgin, in her 85th year. Widow of William St. Pierre. Dear mother of Ann Morrison of Ottawa, Donna O’Connor (John Tobin) of Elgin, Lorry (Dave) Sheldon of Portland and Frank St. Pierre of North Augusta. Predeceased by sister, Nancy Dempster. Fondly remembered by 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by granddaughter, Lorann. A Celebration of Life Gathering was held at the Elgin Lions Community Hall on Wednesday April 16, 2014 from 12 Noon until 2 o’clock. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations made to the Elgin Lioness Club or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to the Scotland Funeral Home 27 Main Street Elgin K0G 1E0 613-359-5555 or at www.scotlandfuneralhome.com Burial, Cremation and Pre-Arrangement Centre

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SADLER - In loving memory of a Dear Father and Grandfather, William (Bill), who passed away April 17, 1983. Our Family Circle Has Been Broken, A Link Gone From Our Chain; But Though We’re Parted For A While, We Know We’ll Meet Again. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by the family.

PYNDUS - Annie In loving memory of our dear mother who passed away 21 years ago, April 17, 1993. Twenty-one years have passed, we miss her so. Never shall her memory fade; Thoughts of love will always go, To the place where she is laid. Forever in our hearts, Daughters Kay & Jennie

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CROZIER James Feb.9, 1929 - April 12,2014 Jim passed away peacefully this morning at Lanark Lodge, Perth, Ontario. Born in Toronto, Ontario to William (absent in Scotland) and Catherine Crozier, Jim grew up in Cabbagetown where he was raised by his mother with the help of Billy and Millie Orr. He is survived by his former wife, Mary Faith (Campbell) Crozier and his sons and their families: Larry (son) and Jo-ann (Gibb) Crozier, Wm. Rusty (son) and Sandy (Creed) Crozier. His grandchildren are Shawn and Lisa Crozier (great-granddaughter Isla); Jesse and Crystal (Crozier) Bischoff; Christopher Crozier and Juliette Hennequin (greatgranddaughter Madeleine); Max and Katie (Crozier) Gironne. Jim is predeceased by a son, James Knox Crozier. Jim worked in many fields over his 85 years. Some of his work record included stints in the Canadian army and air force (1 Fighter Wing, Marville, France), owning his own store and gas station, Administrator for Metropolitan Toronto Police Services, Pastor, Social worker in Halifax, Commissioner of Social Services in the Region of Peel, and Vice President of the World Council of Social Welfare. Thanks go out to the many people who befriended and helped care for Jim in his time in Perth. A special thanks to the staff at every level of care in Lanark Lodge and the Great War Memorial Hospital, Perth. Most of you will have laughed and shaken your head when you received one of his many letters to someone about something. Well, the paper is put away, and the pens are all in the drawer. Thanks be to the God who made him and who now will help him sort out his life once and for all in peace (something he struggled to do for most of his life). There will be a gathering for friends and family Monday, April 21 at 10am at the home of Rusty and Sandy Crozier, 5278th Concession, Westport, Ontario.

NOLAN, Maud – In memory of our Mom who passed away April 18, 2013. Our lives go on without you, But nothing is the same, We have to hide our heartache, When someone speaks your name. Sad are the hearts that love you, Silent are the tears that fall, Living without you is the hardest part of all. You did so many things for us, Your heart was so kind and true, And when we needed someone, We could always count on you. The special years will not return, When we are all together, But with the love in our hearts, You walk with us forever. Lovingly rememembered Your kids Pratt, Helen - In loving memory of my devoted wife, our loving mother and cherished grandmother who passed away April 16, 1997. God made a wife So loving and kind And I had the honour of calling her mine. I miss you more than anyone knows, As each day passes the emptiness grows. Gone are the days we used to share But in my heart you are always there. Sadly missed and forever in our hearts. Husband Ron and family

SAUNDERS - In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather, Glen, who passed away April 15, 1990. Your end came fast and sudden, No time to say, “Good-Bye” You were gone before we realized, And only God knows why. The things we felt so dearly, Are the hardest things to say But we know your memory, Will never fade away. Sadly missed, And lovingly Remembered by Wife Jean and Family

DAVIS, Glenna H. (Lancaster) C.W.A.C. – April 23, 2002. In God we trust. God alone knows how much we miss her. Husband Bruce and family

Shannon- In loving memory of a dear father, grandfather & great grandfather Bernard Shannon, who passed away April 23, 2011. Thou his smile is gone forever, and his hand we cannot touch. We have so many memories of the one we loved so much. His memory is our keepsake with which we will never part. God has him in his keeping, We have him in our hearts. Sadly missed and always remembered by Nancy, Jody, Colleen & Darleen & Grandchildren & GreatGrandchildren.

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DILLABAUGH - In memory of Grace Beatrice Dillabaugh nee Munro who entered into Heaven April 17th, 2013. Where did you go when you went away Did you stand over us as we grieved that day Did you hold our hand as we said goodbye Did you try to comfort us as we stood there and cried Do you watch over us still as we try to carry on Enjoy the sun set with us and the break of dawn Do you see our tears when we think we’re alone It has been a year now since you’ve been gone Do you know how much we miss you do you know our pain Since you left us things haven’t been the same We miss your hugs your smiles your caring ways Where did you go when you went away Are you among the clouds or somewhere higher Do you sing with the angels in God’s Heavenly Choir Are you reunited with loved ones who have gone on before Were there welcoming arms when you arrived at the door Are you standing out there somewhere just beyond our sight Are you one of the stars twinkling in the night Where did you go when you went away I guess we won’t know ‘til we get there someday Forever loved Cathy, Wayne and families

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In loving memory of Chris Donovan October 31, 1975 - April 18, 2008 No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts Is always kept for you. Deeply loved and missed, Your family

“WE REMEMBER” 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

APRIL 17th 1983 - Sadler, William Thomas 1984 - McCormick, Pansy Winnifred 1998 - Boyes, Maisie (Jill) 2000 - Vaughan, Desmond Patrick 2005 - Creighton, Mary Alice 2006 - Manarey, Gordon Robert APRIL 18th 1970 - Rosamond, Margaret 1976 - Ostler, Jennie Almira 1976 - Julian, Walter Lloyd 1985 - Stewart, Donald Murray 1986 - Cochrane, Georgina 1991 - Nontell, Ruby Mildred Mae 1995 - Wark, Lucy May 1996 - Herrington, Clarence 2006 - Bowes, William Thomas (Willie) 2007 - Murphy, Mary Edith 2009 - Green, John Henry 2012 - Wright, Alexander Francis ‘Sandy’ APRIL 19th 1978 - Ritchie, Mae Eva 2003 - Sandberg, Ann Beverly 2011 - Pasteris, Remo ‘Raymond’ 2013 -Garbuio, John Sergio

APRIL 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”

APRIL 20th 1969 - Dark, Wesley 1973 - Gayner, Hectorine Mary 1985 - Foley, Michael Basil 1987 - Smith, Arthur William 1994 - Herrick, Rita Mary (Riva) 2001 - Baker, Annie Laura APRIL 21st 1985 - Walker, Harry 2007 - Dorn, Ursula Margaret Hede APRIL 22nd 1975 - Pierce, Baby Henry Amos 1986 - Morris, Nancy Eliza Iva 1988 - Marjerrison,Ada 1989 - Houston, Charles 1990 - Barr, Elizabeth Ann 1994 - Hayward, Dorothy Mary (Dot) 2000 - Flynn, Dorothy Helen 2010 - Leach, Robert Gordon 2011 - Clark, Stanley Herbert 2012 - Thompson, Margaret Elizabeth APRIL 23rd 1993 - Martell, Hubert Simon (Marty) 2013 - McManus, Rupert Francis

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All brands of used appliances sold (or repaired at your place or ours) with warranty and free delivery. We also sell new parts for for most appliances. Peters Carleton Place Municipal Non Profit Appliances, #3756 Hwy. Housing Corporation 43, Smiths Falls (between Perth and Smiths Falls). Tuesday (613)283-8634. April 29, 2014 9:00 AM Appliance repairs to most 105 Elizabeth Street makes of major appliancCarleton Place, ON es. Fully experienced and all service guaranteed. (613) 257-4812 A&T Appliance Repairs 613-253-3557. Free Breakfast, at Calvary Bible Church (15 Beech Cedar (white), quality St) on Sat. April 19 from lumber, most sizes, deck9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Info: ing, T&G, channel rustic. 613-283-6474. Also huge bundles of cedar slabs ($45) and large bags of shavings ($35). EMC Classifieds www.scoutenwhitecedar.ca (613)283-3629. CL448622

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Jeffrey D. Barr December 17, 1960 - April 17, 2013 One year ago God took you I think of you every minute of the day With sadness, loneliness and tears Missing you, your voice, your touch You know how much I love and miss you I feel your presence walk beside me And guiding me on this path You are always in my heart Until we meet again Just like you said. Love you forever and always Cynthia

LANG, Brian Thomas (Died April 18, 2013) His weary hours and days of pain, His troubled nights are past, And in our aching hearts we know He has found sweet rest at last. Love Mom (Libby), Shawn, Susan, Cathy, Dan, Corrie, Doug

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Everything must go, 212 Davis Road, off 43 between kemptville & MerFOR SALE rickville, 9-5 Thurs-Mon Apr 17-28, hottub, sauna, 1991 GM 3/4 ton 6.2 furniture, housewares, etc. diesel 4x4, std, custom dump, steel racks, good shape $5,000 o.b.o. Cedar Fish Aquarium 55 Galrails, pickets, old cedar lon. Includes rocks, filter and heater.. Excelposts 8’ & 6’. 613-285-4844. lent condition, asking $225.00 or best offer 32” Sony Bravia HD LED 613-823-4205 TV, with swivel stand, includes 3 shelves, both for $300. Call 613-284-0642. French Provincial Couch, good shape, $150 o.b.o 6” General Jointer, 10” call 613-267-5753. Rigid Radial Armsaw, 1976 Skidoo Everest, Heavy duty trailer, tanhorse sleighs, wagons, dem wheels, excellent harness and saddles. Call condition, sale as is, 613-283-6504. $1,850 o.b.o 613-284-4669

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HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colors Available. Call 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper

Lazy boy rocker, really good condition, $125 o.b.o. 613-284-4669. Portable massage table $50, re-upholstered coach $100, antique re-upholstered chair with footstool $150, diamond back stationary bike $100, antique dresser $100, desk $100, much more. 613-283-2752.

I Connect AV. Need help with your electronics, are they hooked up right? Audio video in-home tutoring. Mike 613-285-0655, 613-264-5515.

Lawn Tractors & Zero Turns in stock. Ariens, Gravely & Husqvarna, starting at $1649 service after sales since 1999. Pete’s Lawn & Marine. 613-267-7053.

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2005 Cadillac, all brand new Yokahama tires, excellent condition, runs Ottawa Military Heritage really well. Will certify and Show. Sat. April 26, 2014, E-test. $4,850. o.b.o. 9-3. Nepean Sportsplex, 613-284-4669. 1701 Woodroofe Ave., Ottawa. Peter 613-256-1105. 2011 Chev Impala, (Free Appraisals). stereo/CD player, air, cruise control, power seat, mirrors, windows and COMPUTER door locks. Tilt steering, auto start. 3.5 V6 engine. 83,000 km. Red jewel. CL420960_0307 $11,750 certified. Dealer serviced. Call 613-283-1350 leave a message.

Windows not functioning? Computer running slow? Viruses, malware, blue screen? Come into Staples today for a Total Repair service. No upcharges, no hidden fees.

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Jeffrey D Barr December 17, 1960 - April 17, 2013 Jack A Barr August 20, 1948 - May 18, 2013 It broke our hearts to lose you, Knowing you would be together Made it easier to let you go. Everyday we look at your pictures and speak your name, Talk about what you have built around us. These are our memories and our keepsakes, God has you in His arms, But we have you in our hearts. Love and Miss You Evalena, Cynthia, Tom, Jordan Estra, Tania, Bruce, Gina, Kaitlyn Derrek, Trisha, Charlotte, Kassie, Sarah

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2000 Honda Civic, stanPiano Technician, dard shift, runs & looks $950. Certified, with Piano beautiful, Technician’s Guild, 613-258-2683. extensive experience with tuning, repairing and 2000 Mercury Marquis, rebuilding. Contact Grant loaded, leather, 188,000 $2400. Pattingale at km, certified, 6 1 3 - 2 8 4 - 8 3 3 3 , 613-275-1374. 1-877-742-6648 or 2004 Chev Impala LS, 4 www.piano4u.ca dr, V6, E-tested & Certified $4500. 613-267-4803 Piano Tuner Technician for all your piano needs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car ulCall Lionel Pauze. timate edition, only 100 k’s, 1(613)278-2017. mint condition, $11,995 certified, e-tested. 613-430-5661.

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RENDER – In loving memory of a wonderful husband and my best friend, a devoted father and an adored grandfather, Kenneth Render, whom God took home one year ago April 17, 2013. His weary hours and days of pain His sleepless nights are past, His every patient frame Has found sweet rest at last. In silence he suffered, in patience he bore, Till God called him home to suffer no more. Always in our hearts. love you forever, Lillian, Kevin and William, Carlee, Cassie, Kyler, Matthew, Wenda and Jennifer

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We computers POLL, Lillian – In loving memory of a dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who passed away April 21, 2004. Ten years have passed since that sad day, Gone dear Mother, gone forever, How we miss your smiling face, But you left us to remember, None on earth can take your place. Always loved and remembered Your children and their families

BUFFAM – In memory of a loving Husband, Dad and Grandfather, Bill Buffam, April 17, 2010. There is a special kind of feeling that is meant for you alone, A huge place in our hearts that only you can own. There will always be a heartache and many a silent tear, But always precious memories, of the days when you were here. Love Grace, Derrick and Annette, Patricia and Guy, Anita and Jamie, and your six grandchildren

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RIP BRENNO May 1, 1951–April 17, 2014 My darling Rip – Dear Dad, We love you and miss you more than words can explain, And our hearts continue to ache every second of every day, But knowing you are watching and taking care of us like always, somehow helps us to breathe and carry on. You are my everything and I can’t wait to hold your hand again. “We Love you more” With all our Love, Lo, Jenna and Steven XO

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RODFORD – In loving memory of my husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather who passed away April 21, 2012. We do not need a special day to bring you to our mind For the days we do not think of you are very hard to find. If all this world were ours to give We’d give it yes and more. To see the face of Gordon dear Come smiling through the door. Forever remembered by wife Bernice, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and your good pal Coco

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HUNTING SUPPLIES FOR SALE Propane Range, Kenmore Elite, 2004, White, workCanadian Firearm/Hunter ing, no scratches, no Tail gate for 2011 F250 dents $100. Matching Ford pickup and up. Mint. Safety Courses. Call Dave Arbour 613-257-7489 or Kenmore fan-hood $25. $400. 613-989-2622. visit www. 613-277-7098. valleysportsmanshow.com for dates and details of STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL FIREWOOD courses near you. BUILDINGS UP TO 60% OFF!30x40, 40x60, 50x80, Safety/Canadian 60x100,80x100 sell for Firewood- Cut, split and Hunter balance owed! Call: delivered or picked up. Dry Fire-arms Courses and exseasoned hardwood or ams throughout the year. 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuild- softwood from $50/face Held once a month at cord. Phone Greg Knops Carp. Call Wenda Cochran ings.ca (613)658-3358, cell 613-256-2409. (613)340-1045.

Jukebox for sale- 1956 Wurlitzer -excellent sound, includes records $4900.00. Call 613-267-4463 after 5:30.

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Assortment of used tires, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16.5. Summers, all-season and snows. Also used car parts. Gord 613-257-2498. If your car fails call C&M Sales (Portland). Helping local families with vehicles since 1999. Appraisals $50. Financing available. Best dollar for old cars. 613-297-5560.

TRAILERS / RV’S 25’ Jayco Feather, 2007 mint condition, new bbq , never travelled, non-smokers, asking $8850. 613-461-8223.

FARM 2004 Case 580 Super M, Series 1, 3300 hours, extend-a-hoe $38,000. 613-464-0521.

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4x5 round bales of hay for sale. Stored under cover. Carleton Place area. 613-253-8006. Barley Straw, 37 Round Bales, 4’ x 4 1/2’ $35 ea. 613-275-2437. For Sale, 1996 Sooner Aluminum 2 horse trailer. 613-283-0743. Hay for Sale- 2013 4x5 hard core round bales, first cut grassy and stored inside -contact 613-206-1437.

TOM’S CUSTOM AIRLESS PAINTING Specializing in roof barn & aluminum/ vinyl siding painting *30 years experience. *Screw nailing and roof repairs. Insured and Bonded Free Estimates (613)283-8475 Tractor’s For Rent, John Deer Kabota, Cab 4x4 90-125HP, some with loaders. Contact Jim for further information. 613-599-4392

Hay- large and small bales. Excellent quality. Year of the Horse Delivery available. Leave Celebration. Good Friday message 613-345-1655. 1 - 4 p.m. Lone Wolf Farm, Burritt’s Rapids. Vendors, pony MF Tractor, haywagon, demonstrations, Everyone chainsaw, lawn-mower, rides, prizes. Welcome. No charge. firewood, trailer, letterhorse harness. www.lonewolffarm.com 613-283-8231 Perth Area, Wanted Small Farm or pasture to rent for cows & calves with reasonable fences and water. 613-326-0236

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Wanted to buy, horses, colts and ponies, all types. Contact Bob Perkins at (613)342-6030.

PETS Dog obedience classes. Puppy kindergarten, beginners and advanced classes located at the Perth Indoor Pool and the Training Hall (just off the Carp Rd.). Specializing in training your dog to be a better behaved family member. Professional instructors Jim and Judy Stewart of True Companion Dog Obedience School, serving the Perth and area communities for over 23 years. Gift certificates available. www.trainyourdog.ca. (613)264-0203, or 1(888)299-7185.

Gorgeous Registered Shiloh Shepherd puppies for sale. Two female, 9 weeks old. Vaccinated, Micro-chipped and Registered. Horses wanted to buy, www.shiloh-shepherds.com (any type). 613-484-3085. e m a i l : stephanie@camtag.com St. Jean’s Farrier Service. 613-283-1198. For sale. 3 purebred yearling Limousin bulls, quiet. 613-257-2522 or 613-623-3363.

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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

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.

1 Bedroom Apartment for rent in Merrickville. References required, nonsmoker, no pets, bright, pieceful, fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, queenbed, laundry, a/c, private patio, 4 min. walk to downtown. $975/mnth utilities included.613-269-2964.

1 Bedroom Apt. fridge, stove, washer, dryer, parking & heat included. Hydro extra. Rent $700 per mnth. available Jun 1st. Please call 613-283-7157.

2 bedroom duplex. Almonte. Fridge, stove and parking. Private entrance, Yard, No smoking. pets negotiable. Available May 1 or June 1. 613-256-3335.

Almonte, 3 bedroom house $1200/mnth plus utilities, also 3 bedroom apartment $875/mnth plus utilities, both gas heat & central air. Available anytime. 613-256-3202.

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Carleton Place, downtown, 2 stores, 761 sq. ft. $650. 1000 ft. $875. Also Gibson Center, good comFINANCIAL / INCOME TAX mercial office space, 900, 1200, 3000 sq. ft. Personal tax preparation, 613-257-5711. over 40 years experience, $35. Valerie Kerr Commercial space for 613-267-6708. Franktown rent, downtown Perth, 43 Herriott. Great for office or Road. small retail studio, $600/month plus hydro. Professional tax preparer, Jill 613-552-0035. E-Filer with 15 years experience, will do personal, Store front retail space. small business, rental. Call Excellent location, downLucie at 613-461-0149. town Carleton Place, near town hall. 613-867-1905.

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Ground Floor, 2 bedroom unit on quiet street in Smiths Falls. Laundry hook up and single car garage. Heat included. $925 per month. Call Steve 613-284-7091. 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. Kemptville, Gorgeous 1 bedroom apartment, ground level. Newly renovated, new appliances. $1,200 all inclusive. May 1. 613-794-3551. Kemptville, large 3 bedroom apartment. Fridge, stove, washer, dryer, heat, a/c included, ample parking, walking distance to all amenities. $1000/mnth plus hydro. May 1. 613-258-7803 Large 2 bedroom apartment in downtown Perth, $750. Available May 1. Water included. Coin laundry in building. No dogs please. 613-464-3336. Lovely adults only bldg 1 & 2 bdrm, utilities and appliances included. $900 per month. Secure, Lanark. Call 613-278-2878.

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Perth, 2 bedroom apartment in quiet security building. Well looked after. Fridge, stove, parking, balcony. Laundry in building. $795/month plus hydro. No dogs. (613)349-9377.

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 pets. No smoking. Call Graham for appointment 613-283-0865.

Port Elmsley, “The Pines� Three bedroom bungalow, new bathroom & flooring, high efficiency gas furnace, natural gas furnace, 2 fireplaces, attached brick garage, large bright family room & games room, well maintained, move-in ready, includes appliances, not for rent. $239,000. 613-285-6989.

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PERTH Apartment, 2 bedrooms 1 bathrooms Nice and very bright 2 bedroom apartment in Perth. This 2nd floor apartment is in a very quiet building and is within walking distance of Smiths Falls- 1 beddowntown Perth. Price in- room apartments, cludes heat, hot water, $935/month. Available new fridge, stove, and one May and June 1st. Heat parking spot. No smoking and hydro included. and no dogs please. Please call $835/mth, Available imme- 613-283-9650. d i a t e l y . $835 613-227-9110 Smiths Falls. Bachelor apartment, available imPerth, bachelor apt. Clean mediately, no pets, no adult building. Laundry fa- smoking, single female cilities. Parking. $530/mth. preferred. Call Graham Hydro extra. 613-283-0865. 613-283-5996. Smiths Falls- CarssPerth, large, bright 2 bed- ridge Apartment, 1 bed$935/month, room apartments. Close to room, stores and other available immediately. amenities. Laundry, stor- Heat, hydro, cable inage locker and parking cluded. Please call available. Ample kitchen 613-283-9650. cabinets and closet space. Private balcony. Fridge Smiths Falls Central, 2 apartment, and stove provided. Please bedroom included fridge, stove, call 613-264-0002. washer, dryer. $700 + heat, hydro. No pets, May 1. Perth- New senior luxury 613-283-7278,705-507-7220 rental apt. unit “55 years and over�. Available May 1. Unit is 800 sq. ft. 1 bed- Smiths Falls. very large room, 1 media room. Brick bright room. Shared kitchbuilding. Central air. Pro- en & bath. Cable, internet, pane heat. In floor heating heat, hydro, parking all in$750/month in bathroom. Front and cluded. back porches. Emergency Available now. Mature nonsmoker. Call 613-404-4511 backup power. Crown moulding. Porcelain floors, modern kitchen. $1,100/mth. plus utilities REAL ESTATE includes dishwasher and washer and dryer. One 8x10 exterior shed included for each rental unit. References required. Ren- 30 Acres close to Lombard tals for 1 year lease pre- Glen Golf Course, excellent ferred. No pets. No building lots. Box OE c/o smoking. Inquiries: Lyne EMC PO Box 158, Smiths Falls ON K7A 4T1. 613-267-5790 or fisher@ripnet.com Perth- Nice, spacious 2 bedroom apartment in quiet area, washer and dryer hookup, seniors welcome, $800/month plus utilities. 613-267-5746.

Newer townhouse for rent, 2 bdrm, 2 bthrm, 3 years old, hardwood & ceramic floors, with a/c, full unfinAPARTished basement in Perth, RETIREMENT $1325 plus heat & hydro. MENTS, ALL INCLUSIVE Meals, transportation, acCall 613.812.0068 tivities daily. One 2 bedroom apartment. Short Leases. Monthly Smiths Falls, clean, quiet Specials! apartment building. Call 877-210-4130 613-285-5549 ask for Don. Perth, 1 bedroom 2nd floor apartment, $670/mnth, heat & water included, hydro extra, available June 1. 613-267-4817

Russell Street West Smiths Falls, 2nd floor bachlor apartment, available immediately, heat & hot water included, hydro extra, $400/mnth 613-283-1697.

Perth, 1 bedroom apartment on 3rd floor, quiet secured downtown building, heat, fridge, stove & water included. $650/mnth, references required call 613-264-4565.

Russell Street West, Smiths Falls, large 2nd floor 1 bedroom apartment, well maintained, hardwood, heat & hot water included, hydro extra, May 1. Perth, 10 Craig St. 2 bed- available room apartment in quiet, 613-283-1697. clean, adult building. Fridge, stove, parking and Shared accommodations, laundry included. female preferred, sunny $820/month + utilities. upper floor in beautiful Available immediately. country home, near FrankPhone 613-283-5996. town. Includes private living area, balcony and Perth, 2 bedroom apart- bedroom, new hardwood, ment, $710/month. Plus new bathroom, Freshly hydro; Clean, secure build- painted. $600 inclusive. ing. Parking, coin laundry 613-284-9832. facility. Seniors welcome. 613-925-3046.

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LUXURY APARTMENTS COLONEL BY now has upgraded 2 bedroom units available, with one or two bathrooms. COLONEL BY is a luxury apartment building with a library, entertainment room and exercise room. All units have central air. Located in a great neighbourhood close to the County Fair Mall in Smiths Falls.

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Private sale, 1830’s stone house, Perth area, Bowes Side Road, 613-335-3878.

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Private sale, 12 acres Glen Tay Side Road, Perth area, backing golf course and Grant’s Creek. 613-335-3878.

ALL CLAIMS against the Estate of Therese Felicite Slattery, late of 150 Clarence Street, Lanark, Ontario K0G 1K0 (in the County of Lanark), who died on or about the 27th day of June, 2013, must be filed with the undersigned Executor for the Estate on or before the 30th day of April, 2014; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said Estate, having regard only to claims then filed. DATED at Lanark, Ontario, this 1st day of April 2014. Alice Margaret Pretty Estate Trustee 3-150 Clarence Street Lanark, Ontario K0G 1K0 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the estate of James Allen Mason, late of the Town of Mississippi Mills, County of Lanark, Province of Ontario who died on or about the 15th day of March, 2014 must be filed with the undersigned personal representative on or before the 15th day of May, 2014, after which date the estate will be distributed having regard only to the claims of which the Estate Trustee then shall have notice.

White Cedars Tourist Park Seasonal full service trailer sites. Large lots, quiet family park, laundry facilities, sand beach, play structure, social committee, store, clean lake, great fishing. Also: 2 or 3 bedroom cottages. Weekend, week, moth or Season. Fully equipped, waterfront, indoor plumbing, BBQ’s, and fire pits. More info at www.whitecedars.ca Viewing by appointments only 613.649.2255

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Busy office located in Perth requires full-time office clerk/receptionist. Good communication, computer and internet skills required. Legal knowledge an asset. Email resume to: cashrecvry@aol.com

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L.G. William Chapman Estate Trustee c/o Evelyn Wheeler, Solicitor 38 Mill St., Box 1540 Almonte, Ontario K0A 1A0

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DRIVERS REQUIRED Access Taxi requires Full and Part-Time drivers for Perth and Smiths Falls

at 613-283-5555.

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FOR SALE 44 acres Income Property/Farm

$299,000 3 bdrm house + duplex Gross rent $2450/month 35 tillable acres Several out buildings, on a paved road. 111 Lorne Street Smiths Falls Call for details:

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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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Carleton Place. May 15 or June 1, 2 bedroom condo apartment, 2 floors, gas fireplace, fridge, stove, washer, dryer, $1,100 plus heat and hydro. First and last. After 7 p.m. 613-257-5198.

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Evenings and weekends may be required Job description available upon request Send resume / cover letter to Kathy Merkley at kathiemerkley@bell.net by April 22, 2014 by 5pm

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Evonik Industries is one of the leading chemical companies in North America. We own and operate production facilities, R&D and applied technology centers throughout the North America region. Our products include fine and specialty chemicals used in various consumer and commercial applications. Evonik Oil Additives Canada Inc., demonstrates its strong commitment to hiring and retaining diverse, well qualified employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package, including pension and group savings plan. Evonik Oil Additives Canada Inc. is a Responsible Care® company. Hours: 7 day schedule with rotating 12 hour shifts. Reporting to: Chief Stationary Engineer and Plant Engineer Duties & Responsibilities: s operate site utility systems s steam generation and distribution; s condensate return system; s compressed air production and distribution s water treatment system; and s fire suppression system. Troubleshoot and maintain plant equipment. Complete preventative maintenance work orders. Issue work permits for external contractors. Prepare and update department records. Operate forklift and perform warehouse operations. The candidate must meet the identified physical demand requirements. Relationships The job holder will liaise with other departments, external contractors, and emergency services. Applicant Qualifications & experience requirements s A minimum Grade 12 education and valid Ontario 4th or 3rd Class Operating Engineer’s License. s Candidate will be flexible to take on new duties as required; will take initiative to solve problems as they arise; and take ownership of the outcome of their work. s Oral and written proficiency in English is essential. Must be able to work independently, organize and prioritize tasks and also work as part of a team. s Good attendance & safety record and willingness to accept additional training. s Experience with computer-based preventative maintenance systems, email, spreadsheets, etc. s Willing to work additional shifts for planned/unplanned overtime and summer shut-down. Preference will be given to candidates with one of the following additional licensed trades: steamfitter, pipefitter, electrician or industrial millwright. Please send resumes to: ryan.dumouchel@evonik.com No phone calls accepted.

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HELP WANTED SALES CONSULTANT Smiths Falls Nissan has an immediate position available for an Automotive Sales Consultant.

HELP WANTED “Partners for a Safe & Healthy Community”

Community Health Worker (Primary Care Outreach) (0.8 FTE)

Aggressive compensation package and benefits available. Experience an asset but not required. Apply in person or by email dhinton@ magma.ca

Registered Nurse (Primary Care Outreach) (0.8 FTE)

The North Lanark Community Health Centre, a part of Lanark Renfrew Health & Community Services, is a fully accredited health centre providing primary health care, health promotion programs and illness prevention services.

The North Lanark Community Health Centre, a part of Lanark Renfrew Health & Community Services, is a fully accredited health centre providing primary health care, health promotion programs and illness prevention services.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Community Health Worker (Primary Care Outreach) provides community health services to clients registered with the Primary Care Outreach for Seniors Program. The incumbent works closely with other members of an interdisciplinary team to provide health education, advocacy, practical assistance and support, access to other programs and services, and assists clients and their caregivers to build support networks. This is a permanent position comprised of a 28 hour work week and offers HOOPP pension plan eligibility and extended health and dental benefits.

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POSITION SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse (Primary Care Outreach) provides outreach nursing activities to seniors in their homes with the Primary Care Outreach for Seniors Program. Seniors Outreach provides geriatric assessments, direct clinical nursing services, advocacy, monitoring and health education to the seniors’ population in the community. This is a permanent position comprised of a 28 hour work week and offers HOOPP pension plan eligibility and extended health and dental benefits.

QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or equivalent combination of training and experience 2. Minimum two year’s experience in a community-based setting delivering health care services to seniors 3. Knowledge of related community resources for seniors 4. Ability to assess situations and to respond appropriately 5. Aptitude and interest in client education and health promotion with seniors 6. Organizational skills 7. Ability to work flexible hours based on client needs 8. Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary setting, with clients and other agencies who are involved with the care of the clients 9. Sound judgement and strong problem solving skills 10. Proficient use of computers and various software applications 11. Valid driver’s license, insurance and use of a personally owned vehicle

Our specialized Operators are considered to be a key part of our team and are in contact with our clients. Successful candidate must be knowledgeable and possess the following: • A strong focus on our clients • Be professional and positive • Self motivated to ensure timelines and expectations are met • Strong regard for safety and safe work practices • A secondary school diploma • Minimum two (2) years working and driving experience • Minimum a DZ class license • A clean driver’s and CVOR abstract

QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Bachelor level education in Nursing, registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario 2. Minimum two year’s experience in a community-based setting delivering health care services to seniors 3. Aptitude and interest in client education and health promotion with seniors 4. Knowledge of community resources for seniors 5. Ability to work independently in the community 6. Strong clinical assessment skills 7. Valid driver’s license, insurance and use of a personally owned vehicle 8. Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary setting, with clients and other agencies who are involved with the care of the clients 9. Proficiency in the use of computers and software applications

Drain-All Ltd. offers a competitive salary,group benefits and RRSP program. If you possess the necessary skills andambition required to join our team pleasesubmit a detailed resume, CVOR and Drivers Abstract to:

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefit package.

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We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefit package. Please submit a cover letter and resume no later than 12:00 noon May 1st to: Brenda Donnelly North Lanark Community Health Centre 207 Robertson Drive Lanark, ON K0G 1K0 Phone: 613-259-2182 Fax: 613-259-5235 Email: bdonnelly@nlchc.on.ca Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Please submit a cover letter and resume no later than 12:00 noon May 1st to: Brenda Donnelly North Lanark Community Health Centre 207 Robertson Drive Lanark, ON K0G 1K0 Phone: 613-259-2182 Fax: 613-259-5235 Email: bdonnelly@nlchc.on.ca Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. THE EMC - 39 - Thursday, April 17, 2014

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Drain-All Ltd. Attention: Personnel Officer 1611 Liverpool Court Ottawa, Ontario K1B 4L1 Fax: 613-741-3153 Email: hr@drainall.com

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Estimator / Division Manager

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Long Island Marina, Kars 6 1 3 - 4 8 9 - 2 7 4 7 www.longislandmarine.com 2 positions available: Yard Assistant includes boat handling & yard maintenance. Boating experience and forklift experience preferred. April to December. Waterfront Operations: Includes reception, sales gardening, cleaning and boat detailing. May to October. Both positions up to 35 hours a week and include weekend shifts. Email (preferred) Attn: D a w n info@longislandmarine.com

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We are looking for:

Seeking Level II Dental Assistant for busy office 40 minutes west of Ottawa. No evenings or weekends. Fax resume to 613-264-5593.

WORK OPPORTUNITIES & TRAVEL Childcare positions in United States, air fare, medical, etc provided. Childcare in Holland, New Zealand, Australia, Spain, England, China, etc. Different benefits apply. Hotel jobs in England. Teach in South Korea, air fare, medical etc provided. Apply at: 902-422-1455. Email: scotiap@ns.sympatico.ca

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MOUNTAIN CREEK Golf Course Arnprior/White Lake Road, Looking for cooks or servers. Please send resume to info@mountaincreekgolf .com or call Barbara 613-256-9874

The Time Is Now! Get back on your feet fast. A well-established, highly recognized publishing co. needs 3-5 self-confident & persuasive individuals. We offer daytime hrs., 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., $13.00/hr + monthly bonuses & commissions with full training. for more info call 613-283-8524.

The world’s leading cable solutions provider is hiring for its Prescott Facility. With over 130 years of aggregated history, 22,000 people in 50 countries and almost 100 plants, Prysmian offers great career opportunities and challenges. We offer very competitive compensation and beneďŹ ts packages.

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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 Line cook- Full time position available at Michael’s Table, Perth. Apply within.

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Who we are: Prysmian Group, the world’s leading cable solutions provider is hiring for its Prescott Facility. With over 130 years of aggregated history, 22,000 people in 50 countries and almost 100 plants, Prysmian offers great career opportunities and challenges. We offer very competitive compensation and beneďŹ ts packages (dental too!). We will even give you money back for work boots, equipment and ďŹ tness expenses. We need Experienced Mechanics We are looking for an experienced mechanic with at least 5 years of progressive work experience, preferably with cable industry.

We appreciate the interest of all candidates, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

To apply please send your resume and cover letter to: chr11@cruickshankgroup.com no later than April 25, 2014

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Full-time line cooks wanted at Mex & Co Restaurant. Please apply in person at 55 Gore St E. in Perth.

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Functions • Lifting flyers from pallets, and placing them on a feeder to insert flyers into newspapers. • Jog and strap bundles once insertion of required flyers is completed • Load completed bundles onto pallets • Other duties may include, but are not limited to, cleaning of general work area and warehouse.

Today, the South East CCAC will help approximately 13,500 people receive the care they need to stay safe in their community or find alternate living arrangements. We are seeking volunteer Board members with a passion for creating vision and direction to help shape and lead a strategy to guide us over the next three years. Your achievements in business and/or governance will support a key leadership role in helping the CCACC realize its vision to provide outstanding care to every person, every day. A time commitment of approximately 10 to 15 hours per month includes attending board and committee meetings. For more information, or to apply contact Johanne Kot, Executive Assistant at Johanne.kot@se.ccac-ont.ca or 613-966-3530 extension 4241.

DZ Drivers looking for fulltime employment, require clean and current drivers abstract. Require Labourer full & part-time employment. Send resume & full contact information to topps.maggie@gmail.com or fax to 613-257-7089.

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We are now accepting resumes for the following positions:

If you are interested in the above positions, please submit your resume by April 25th, 2014 at 4:00 PM to careers@tackaberryconstruction.com

We wish to thank all who apply for these positions, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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“A1� Handyman with halfton truck. Dump hauling, wood splitting, tree removal, carpentry, siding, painting, roofing, general maintenance. Call Kevin 613-253-4764.

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Immediate positions for Massage Therapists, Physiotherapists and other interested Health Professionals wishing to expand their practice. Advertising bonus, according to length of commitment.

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Bookkeeping Services available: Monthly Financials, Gov’t Remittances, Payroll, A/P - A/R, 25+ years experience. Nancy Wiseman 613-551-0999 newfinances@hotmail.com

House Cleaning available in Perth area, windows, errands, laundry, dishes etc. Call Sherri 613-264-0884 and leave a message.

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

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We are recruiting an agriculture, education or industry sector representative from Grenville County to serve as a volunteer member of our Board of Directors.

PAUL’S MASONRY BUILDING AND REPAIRS Heritage Stone, Brick and Block Footings, Foundations, Concrete Finishing, Log Chinking and Chimney Sweeping Will go anywhere! PAUL WARRINGTON 268-2394

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To express your interest, please forward your cover letter and resume to: hlawless@grenvillecfdc.com by 12 noon on Apr. 25

Send A Load to the dump, cheap. Clean up clutter, garage sale leftovers or leaf and yard waste. 613-256-4613. Spring Finally. Clean that garage, will haul all junk away, paint floors, fix cracks. Remove unloved articles. Bob 613-256-1270.

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Lanark Community Programs Family Relief Program

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We are looking to hire dynamic individuals to work within our camp programs. We have programs running in Smiths Falls, Carleton Place, and Perth. This role involves directly working with children/youth, program delivery and design, safety, supervision and fun. * Candidates should have some experience/ knowledge of children/youth with special needs. * Keen interest in recrea on * Enthusiasm and posi ve a tude * Good communica on and team skills * PSW/ DSW experience an asset * First Aid & CPR (Can be obtained when hired) AuĆ&#x;sm Summer Program Director

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TREASURER Reporting to the Chief Administrative OfďŹ cer, the Treasurer will be a key member of the management team and will be responsible for the overall ďŹ nancial management of the Township including ďŹ nancial planning and forecasting, budgeting, asset management, property taxes and optimization of other revenues. The successful candidate will manage the Finance Department and provide ďŹ nancial leadership and advice to Council and staff to ensure the long term ďŹ nancial sustainability of the Township. The Treasurer will provide ďŹ nancial analysis of programs, projects and proposed initiatives; deliver timely and reliable ďŹ nancial information and oversee the ďŹ nancial management systems to support strategic ďŹ nancial decisions. The Township is seeking a motivated and results oriented individual to join our team with solid knowledge of municipal legislation and ďŹ nancial practices, provincial/federal funding programs, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will have acquired related post-secondary education, have a professional accounting designation (CA, CMA, or CGA) and have a minimum of 5 years suitable management experience preferably in a municipal setting. The full position mandate is available on the Township website at www. tayvalleytwp.ca. The salary range is $72,000 to $80,000 (for a 35 hour work week) and a competitive beneďŹ t package makes this an attractive full-time permanent position for the right candidate. Please submit a cover letter and resume no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, May 12, 2014 in conďŹ dence to:

CLEANING / JANITORIAL Experienced, reliable cleaning lady. I don’t cut corners, I clean them. Please call Karen 613-986-2773.

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Tay Valley Township Malcolm Morris, Chief Administrative OfďŹ cer 217 Harper Road, Perth, ON, K7H 3C6 or e-mail: cao@tayvalleytwp.ca Tay Valley Township is an equal opportunity employer, committed to ensuring all candidates are able to participate in the interview process fully and equally. If contacted for employment, please let us know if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information collected from applications is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used to determine qualiďŹ cations for employment. Questions about the collection of Information should be directed to the Clerk at the address indicated above.

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Man with truck will pick up garbage, cut small trees or brush, small moves, packing etc. Reasonable. 613-267-4129.

Mature bondable woman looking for house cleaning jobs. Smiths Falls and Free pick-up of old appli- Carleton Place. References ances, furnaces, A/Cs, car on request. 613-283-3076, batteries, electronics, oth- 613-430-0878. er scrap metal. Scott in Carleton Place M&K Renovations looking 613-240-0374. for jobs: Siding, decking, fencing, drywall, painting, House cleaning available laminated floors, windows, from windows to ovens, I doors. Call Mike for do it all. Once a week, bi- quote, 613-259-2446, weekly or only when need- 613-464-2622. ed. I am available for emergency cleanings. I promise honest work and Renovations & Repairs, Contractor, satisfaction. Call Bonny at General (613)284-2440 or cell: Interior & Exterior. Ross Higginson 613-676-3457. (613)284-7929.

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Job Summary: Metroland Media (formerly Performance Printing) located in Smiths Falls is accepting resumes for the positions of PT Truck drivers. The individual must have a high school or equivalent education. Be able to work flexible hours, have a clean driving record as well as a DZ License and be able to operate vehicles ranging from an econo van to a 5 ton truck. Have strong Health and Safety skills. Competencies, Skills and Experience Competencies: Action Oriented Drive for Results Learning on the Fly Problem Solving Time Management Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organization skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to meet deadlines. Interested candidates please respond Attn: Walter Dubas Fax (613) 283-7480 E-mail wdubas@perfprint.ca

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HORSE SALE EASTER SATURDAY April 19th. Tack 10 am. Equipment Noon. Horses Sell at 2 pm. 3340 Galetta Side Road, 1/2 hr West of Kanata. 10 min East of Arnprior. To consign call 613-622-1295

Brian Baker Roofing CO “Quality workmanship competitive pricing�. For all your roofing inquires call: 613-662-1204 or email: brianbaker_roofing @outlook.com to set up GARAGE SALE/ your Free Estimate we look FLEA MARKET forward to working with Almonte Antique Market, you. 26 Mill St. in historic downtown Almonte. 613-256-1511. 36 venYou’ll be dors. Open daily 10-5.

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April 19 & 20 at 112 Kelly’s Road, Lombardy 8 4 p.m. New lawn sweeper, fishing gear, ATV trailer.

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GARAGE SALE/ FLEA MARKET Monster Yard Sale, behind Perth Street Flea Market, Sat. April 26, 9-4 p.m. 27 Perth Street, Brockville. O.K. Lets have a yard sale, April 19th. Moving everything must go. 3110 Hwy 43 East.

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RESERVED REAL ESTATE AUCTION (HOUSE & WATERFRONT PROPERTY) UNRESERVED REAL ESTATE AUCTION (VACANT LOT) PLUS APPLIANCES. ANTIQUES. COLLECTIBLES. HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGS. @ 1024 Cty Rd. 16, Jasper, ON K0G 1G0 on Wed., Apr. 30/14 @ 10 am Properties to be auctioned @ 11 am

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Dr. Bruce Hay, Kingston and others to be held @ Hands Auction Hall 5501 County Rd 15, Augusta Township Brockville, ON Friday, April 25 @ 5 p.m. Preview from 4 p.m. auction day or by appointment Dr. Hay’s family home was built in 1913 and has been in the family since then. We will be offering a wide array of furnishings from that era. Please visit our website www.handsauction.com click Online Bidding button to view complete catalogue and pictures. Online Advance Bidding opens Friday April 18 @ 9 a.m. and closes Friday, April 25 @ 12 noon. Bid online or as always we are pleased to see you at the live auction, the choice is now yours! Visa, MasterCard, Interac and Cash accepted

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~ Superb Value for the Astute Purchaser ~ Property 1- 1024 Cty Rd. 16, Jasper, ON - will be sold subject to a very Reasonable Reserve bid! Country living in the quaint village of Jasper. Plenty of room for the largest of families. Featuring a renovated, c1890’s, red double bricked, 2 storie home w/ 3 large bedrooms plus walk-through closet. Newer 4 pce bath. Relax on the charming & convenient wrap-around porch. Formal entry has handsome staircase. Formal living room has original ornate ceiling medallion. Formal dining room. Large eat-in kitchen/family room has original eye-catching tin ceiling & GE dishwasher included. St. Croix wood pellet stove (‘10) included. 2 pce powder room. Service/ laundry room. Plus a functional rear staircase. Refinished hardwood & wide pine flooring throughout. Original architectural assets intact. Heritage wall colours please your eye & suit the style. Top quality wood slat blinds included. Home has been recently & fully spray foamed. High efficiency propane furnace. 100 amp service. New windows (‘06). 3 frosted glass entry doors (‘08). 10’x10’ detached garden shed. Large backyard w/ 91 ft (+/-) frontage on Irish Creek, which runs into the Rideau River. Plan 15R-9361 Part 1. Lot size 78 ft (+/-) road frontage x 170 ft depth (+/-). Yearly taxes $2400.00 (+/-). For private viewing, terms & conditions, please call our office at 613-267-6027. Property 2 - Vacant Lot (1018 Cty Rd 16, Jasper, ON) - Sold Unreserved to the highest bidder regardless of price. Featuring a corner lot size 75 ft (+/-) road frontage x 175 ft depth (+/-). Has an artesian well & older septic. Ideally located beside the aforementioned property. This property will be sold after Property 1. For private viewing, terms & conditions, please call our office at 613-267-6027. Poor health has forced this auction. A clean & well maintained home having access to the Rideau River which will take you any where in the world. Bring a lawnchair. Please note - Terms on chattels; Cash or Cheque Only

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TWO DAY AUCTION FIREARMS: SATURDAY APRIL 26TH, 10:00 A.M. MILITARIA: SUNDAY APRIL 27TH, 12:00 NOON !T 3WITZER S !UCTION #ENTRE (IGHWAY 3OUTH "ANCROFT /. FROM COLLECTIONS & ESTATES, SATURDAY: COLLECTIBLE, TARGET AND HUNTING. MANY NEW AND USED, RIFLES, SHOTGUNS, HANDGUNS, ANTIQUE HAND GUNS RIFLES & SHOTGUNS CROSSBOWS, AMMUNITION, EDGED WEAPONS. FEATURING: PRISTINE 1902 MAUSER BROOMHANDLE, SIMSON CO. SUHL LUGER, ANTIQUE “SEND� RIFLE (A GIFT FROM THE LAST KING OF AFGANISTAN. SUNDAY: A LIFELONG COLLECTION! FEATURES: WWI, WWII, KOREA AND VIETNAM MEDALS, AWARDS, BADGES, BOOKS, HOLSTERS, DATED AMMUNITION, P.O.W. TAGS, DOG TAGS, COMPLETE DETAILS AND PHOTO’S AT:

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REAL ESTATE AUCTION To be held on site @ 1374 Fallbrook Rd., Balderson, On K0G 1A0 (in the village of Fallbrook) on Mon., Apr. 28/14 @ 6 pm

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Your dream come true! Spacious waterfront family home built with “forever� in mind on private mature treed 1.5 acre lot, gently sloping to the Rideau River. Classic Colonial style, 3 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, oversized rooms, gourmet kitchen open to eating area and family room, maple hardwood and ceramic flooring on 1st and 2nd levels, laminate flooring on lower level, screened in porch, formal living and dining rooms, open balcony library with custom built in bookcases on 2nd floor, oversized double garage with electric heater, low maintenance 46’ X 10’ Trex back deck and so much more! Clearly attention to quality and detail were foremost when built in 1986, even sound proofing the games room on the lower level! Whether you are a boater, kayaker or canoeist the river access will delight you. To view this property please call our office 613-926-2919. CL448558_0410 5501 County Road 15, RR #2, Brockville, ON K6V 5T2 Phone: (613) 926-2919 E-mail: auction@handsauction.com www.handsauction.com

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~ 2 Surveyed Properties Selling as 1 ~ ~ Huge Family Home on the Fall River ~ OR ~ Excellent Duplex - Able Rental Prospect ~ ~ Realistic Owners Say Sell ~ This quintessential country home has a deep sense of history. Formerly known as Bolton Mills’/Fallbrook’s hotel. This clean, 4 bedroom home has had recent additions (‘05/’06). The transformation includes stylish, solid pine interior walls & floors throughout. Extensive upgrades include a huge kitchen w/ maple cpbds & hardwood flooring (‘09) . 5 newer appliances included. At it’s core, is the original tin ceiling in the living room, including a wood pellet stove plus a double lined s/s wood burning chimney (‘08). Adjoining dining room. Main floor laundry/3 pce bath w/ large walk-in shower. New den/bedroom. New sun room w/ garden doors. New family room w/ freestanding propane stove. Second level includes 3 bedrooms plus huge master suite. New, oversized 4 pce bath (‘12). 200 amps. Generator hookup panel. New siding, dble hung windows & exterior doors (‘08). New septic (‘06). New submersible well pump (‘08). F/A oil furnace w/ new tank. High speed internet. 2 driveways. Fenced 24 ft round above ground pool w/ new pool pump (‘12) & new liner (‘11). Blanket & accessories included. Attached pergola w/ power. Detached insulated, vinyl clad change room/utility bldg. w/ power. Garden shed. L-shaped post & beam barn w/ power, insulated (20’x20’ +/-) workshop w/ concrete floor, 2 horse stalls, drive shed & hayloft. Steel roofs on all bldgs. Surveyed having 340 ft (+/-) road frontage & 230 ft (+/-) riverfront. Zoned Res/Farm. Yearly taxes ($3,000.00 +/-). For private viewing, terms & conditions, please call our office at 613-267-6027.

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EASTER WEEKEND 5 DAY MASSIVE NEW LIQUIDATION BRAND NEW LIQUIDATION OF OVER $100,000.00 @ Dan Peters Auction Hall - 182 Glenview Road, Smiths Falls TOYS - HOME-WARES - DOMESTICS - & MASSIVE SELECTION OF NEW LADIES CLOTHES! New & Used Blu Rays, Collectibles & So Much More! WHAT A GREAT TIME TO BUY YOUR EASTER GIFTS! Thursday April 17 - 4 PM - 8 PM - All items Priced to sell- Friday April 18 - 10 AM - 7 PM - All Items Priced to sell - Saturday April 19 10 AM - 7 PM - All items Priced to Sell - Sunday April 20 - 10 AM - 7 PM - All items Priced to Sell - EASTER MONDAY LIQUIDATION AUCTION - Auction Starts at 10 am (Preview from 9am) - You Have Thursday through Sunday to Shop and buy at ticket prices. What is left will sell UNRESERVED in the Easter Monday Auction at the Hall! Saturday April 26 & Sunday April 27- Auctioneers on Site Both Days to SHOW THE REAL ESTATE - Noon - 4 PM @ 13680 Hwy 15 Merrickville - 50 ACRE Farm to be Sold by Public Auction on Monday May 19 2014 as well as MANY Antiques, Appliances & More to Settle the Estate of Diane Sheppard. 2 Bedroom Home, Barns, Log Cabins. Please see Website for info & Pictures. Thursday May 1 - Saturday May 3 - HIGH END NEW JEAN LIQUIDATION AT DAN PETERS AUCTION HALL GROUNDS 2100 + Pairs of BRAND NEW OVERSTOCK JEANS Silver, Buffalo, Guess, Mavi, Parasucco, Lois & More! All Prices Marked to Buy Thursday & Friday (10 am - 9 pm) Whatever is left will be sold by Auction Saturday May 3 @ 10 am Sharp Sunday May 4 2014 - Consignment Auction at our Hall Auction Starts at 10 am (Preview from 9am) - 182 Glenview Road, Smiths Falls This Auction is Shaping up to be VERY BIG! We should have an update on our website later this week, House full in Perth, House full in Merrickville, Shelving Units, Furniture Wardrobes, Gun Cabinet, Corner Cabinets, Rechargeable tool sets new in boxes, bits - if you would like to consign to any auction please call or email. Saturday May 10 2014 - Annual Spring Vehicle, Tools & Machinery Auction Auction Starts at 10 am (Preview from 9am) - 182 Glenview Rd, Smiths Falls Book your Vehicle, Boat, ATV, & More in this Auction for the Best SELLERS COMMISSION SAVINGS of the Year! Free Advertising - Call or email. CL448674_0417

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FARM AUCTION SALE Saturday, April 26 at 10:30 A.M. To be on site at civic #197 Cty. Rd. 17 Newburgh, ON From Hwy. 401 take exit #593 Cambden East, travel straight North on Cty. Rd. 4 approx. 11 km’s to Cty. Rd. 17, Turn West, travel approx. 4 km’s Watch for signs Tractors, Combine, Machinery, Farm Related Items, Hay and More Tractors, Combine & Swather: Case IH Maxxum 125 4WD with cab 380-85R30 fronts 460-85R42 rears (tractor has only 136 hrs., like new); Case Articultated 4494 4 WD with duels all around with new rebuilt motor; Case IH 1640 combine (5084 hrs. on engine) with Case 1020 bean head; IH 943 4 row corn head & Case pickup head; IH 4000 swather. Machinery: 2012 NH BR 7060 silage special round baler (like new); 2012 Anderson NWX-660 baler tuber (like new); Delgemen Signature 6000 rock picker (very nice); Mighty Dumper T-1200 tandem dump trailer with 4 ft. sides (very nice); Horst hyd. QA bale clam (like new); Case IH 5100 21 run soybean special grain drill, 12 ft. Sunflower model 1321 bi-fold C-flex offset disk; Case IH 5600 14 shank chisel plow; 24 ft. Taylor-Way centre fold disk; JD 26 ft. c-tine cultivator complete with finger harrows; 14 ft. Farmhand sprocket packer; Case IH 3650 round baler; 12 ton Horst double reach wagon with round bale rack (like new); tandem crop sprayer; IH 595 tandem manure spreader with end gate; tandem fert. spreader; Dionne forage blower; 2 Dionne forage boxes on good running gears; 2 dolly style feeder wagons; 20 ft. steel mesh flat top hay wagon; Allied grain auger; 2 elec. grain augers; 2 Gehl 125 mix all grinders; automatic 1475 roller mixer mill; small gravity box on running gear; small gravity box with no running gear; 1998 Ford F150 with 111,000 kms, 5 speed trans (to be sold as is). Hay & Farm Related Items: Over 200 Hardcore 4 ft. x 5 ft. bales of 2013 first and second cut hay in plastic tube (mostly clover); large qty. of good farm gates (approx. 40), 8 round bale feeders; cattle loading chute; locking cattle squeeze; large aty. of fencing supplies including elec. fencers; page wire and more; qty. of used lumber, large qty. of scrap iron; many other articles too numerous to mention, expect 2 wagon loads of small farm related items. Owner & Auctioneers Not Responsible For Loss or Accident Terms: Cash or Good Cheque with Proper I.D. Canteen & Washroom Prop: Mr. Joachim McNichols Auctioneers & Sale Managers Tom Harrison Erinsville, ON 613-379-1006 Peter Ross Auction Services Ltd. Ingleside, ON 613-537-8862 www.theauctionfever.com Call now to book your spring auction

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News – At their regular meeting on April 1, Mississippi Mills Committee of the Whole continued to discuss proposed changes and updates to the town’s animal control bylaw. Town clerk Shawna Stone brought forward an updated draft of the animal control bylaw at the March 4 Committee of the Whole meeting, noting that it hadn’t been looked at in quite a while and should be revised. The committee discussed the proposed updates, and even some of the non-updated clauses, at the meeting on March 4, and brought it forward to the March 18 meeting to be given the seal of approval

from council. However, at the March 18 meeting, many council members brought up proposed amendments and objections to certain portions of the bylaw. “If we’re going to try to amend the thing several times before we pass it tonight,” said Coun. John Edwards at that meeting, “shouldn’t we defer it back to (Committee of the Whole)?” He added that it was not strong procedure to amend a bylaw many times at council, but that rather it should be discussed further at committee. The council members agreed, and voted to defer it to a later Committee of the Whole meeting. At their meeting on April 1, the Committee of the Whole once again discussed the animal control bylaw

update in depth. Investigation rights Coun. Shaun McLaughlin was the first to bring up a problem with the bylaw. “I feel that section 10 of the bylaw gives law enforcement officers too much power to go onto people’s properties,” he said. “It gives them the right to warrantless entry to people’s homes, which I think is going too far.” Section 10 of the current animal control bylaw deals with the investigation procedures to be followed by bylaw enforcement officers in the event of a case involving animals: animal cruelty, aggressive animals, compliance with the bylaw itself or otherwise. See ANIMAL page A/CP2

News – In a recent judgment the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) denied an application by My Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) to operate an English-language FM radio station in Carleton Place. Last Tuesday, April 8, during the town’s policy review committee meeting, chaired by Coun. Rob Probert, councillors and members of the public questioned the decision-making process, and in particular the application’s supporting documentation. Based in Renfrew and in existence for approximately 10 years, MBC at present operates several radio stations, branded as myFM, in smaller markets in Ontario. Local news, weather, sports and community events are broadcast seven days a week. MBC submitted its request to the CRTC concerning a radio station coming to Carleton Place in June 2013, and letters of support were written by Jackie Kavanagh, on behalf of the Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce, Jasmin Ralph, Carleton Place’s economic development coordinator, Manda Blakeley, the town’s communications coordinator, and Mississippi Mills Mayor John Levi. Although local mayor Wendy LeBlanc authored a letter of support in August, 2013 she sent a second by way of email one month later to John Traversy, CRTC’s secretary general, and claimed “a knee-jerk reaction.” In rescinding her initial letter of support, the political leader further wrote the community is “already well-served” by Lake 88 in Perth and 92.3 Jack FM in Smiths Falls, as well as “a plethora of radio stations broadcasting from Ottawa.” “While I have no doubt My Broadcasting Corporation could serve the citizens of the area well, I do not think it is a necessary addition to what is already

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Subsections 1 and 2 of section 10 states “A Municipal Law Enforcement Officer may enter on land at any reasonable time and in accordance with the conditions set out in sections 435 and 437 of the Municipal Act, 2001….” Coun. Duncan Abbott, a former lawyer, disagreed with McLaughlin. He said that in his understanding of it, the section clearly stated that enforcement officers could enter onto land, not into dwellings. He said that entry into dwellings was dealt with later on in Subsection 4 of Section 10 of the bylaw. Subsection 4 states that “A Municipal Law Enforcement Officer may undertake an inspection pursuant to an order issued by a provincial judge or justice of the peace.” After moving that Section 10, Subsections 1 and 2 be removed from the bylaw entirely, McLaughlin’s motion was defeated by a majority vote. That section of the bylaw remains as written. Hearings Next, Coun. Val Wilkinson brought the committee’s attention to section 7, subsection 5c. Section 7 of the bylaw deals with dangerous dogs, and subsection 5c deals with what the appeal committee has the rights to do if an owner does not show up for a hearing. The item states: “If the owner

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The last document in the bylaw is an extensive list of prohibited animals entitled schedule A. The councillors gave much discussion to the animals included in this list, but particularly to the wording describing where these animals were allowed. “What if the owner broke their leg or had some other sort of emergency?” she said. “Are we so heartless as to not give them any sympathy?” She said she wanted to see the wording amended to add “does not attend without due cause or notice,” in order to give some leeway in special or unforeseen circumstances.

Stone said she would make note of the request. Prohibited animals The last document in the bylaw is an extensive list of prohibited animals entitled schedule A. The councillors gave much discussion to the animals included in this list, but particularly to the wording describing where these animals were not allowed. The list states that it is: “A list of animals the keeping of which is prohibited in settlement areas within the Town of Mississippi Mills.” Many councillors were unsure of what exactly a “settlement area” was considered in Mississippi Mills, a town that has many rural areas. If the list was prohibiting animals only in the urban areas of town, then residents living in the rural areas would be allowed to keep animals like kangaroos and dangerous snakes. However, if the list was a blanket list for the whole town of Mississippi Mills, rural and nonrural areas, then those living in rural areas would not be allowed to keep horses. “This is a big problem,” said Wilkinson. “If this list prohibits these animals everywhere in Mississippi Mills then I’m going to have to get rid of my horses, and I don’t want to do that.” Stone said she would look into clarifying schedule A before bringing the bylaw back to council.

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News – Carleton Place Council discussed a handful of issues during recent regular and committee meetings. Carleton Place Mayor Wendy LeBlanc congratulated members of the Carleton Place Jr. A Canadians Hockey Club for taking home seven of the Central Canada Hockey League’s (CCHL) 2013-14 season awards. “This is pretty commendable,� the mayor said. “Andy Sturtz is the scoring champion,� she continued, “earning 104 points in 58 games.� The right winger from Buffalo, N.Y. also received the most valuable player trophy. “He scored 51 goals in the regular season,� Coun. Jerry Flynn said. The lowest goals against average by a goalie honour went to Guillaume Therien, a native of Montreal, Que. “Of course, he was the best goalten-

der of the season,� LeBlanc said. The top prospect of the year was Kelly Summers of Golden Lake, Ont. Jason Clarke was named both coach of the year and manager of the year. “The Canadians had an unbelievably wonderful season,� LeBlanc said, “and they turned me into a hockey fan again.� After sweeping the Kemptville 73s and a hard-fought series against the Pembroke Lumber Kings (seven games), the Canadians and Smiths Falls Bears are squaring off in the CCHL’s Bogart Cup final. As Smiths Falls Mayor Dennis Staples was away on holidays, during Lanark County Council’s meeting on April 9, LeBlanc challenged Coun. Ken Graham to a friendly wager. “The wager is firm this time,� the mayor said. “The town with the losing Submitted photo team will fly the town of the winning Carleton Place Mayor Wendy LeBlanc and Smiths Falls Coun. Ken Grateam’s flag for a full day.� Last fall Staples flew Carleton Place’s ham place a friendly bet on the outcome of the Central Canada Hockey flag “for as long as it took to get up the League’s (CCHL) Bogart Cup final between the Canadians and Bears.

pole, snap a picture and then take it down!� “Bragging rights are what I’m going for!� LeBlanc said. Updated phone system The town hall recently received a new phone system from Minitel for the lowest quoted price of $12,974. “This is a company we’ve dealt with for a number of years,� chief administrative officer (CAO) Paul Knowles said. “They meet all the technical requirements.� Quotes were obtained from three companies. The estimates were as follows: Minitel (Ottawa), $12,974; 2Mtel (Ashton), $12,995; and Southeastern (Kingston), $18,987. Flynn inquired why the communications system was being updated. “They tell us we can’t buy parts for the one we have now,� Knowles said. He noted the expenditure has been in See BRIEFS A/CP6

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Business – A long-time Carleton Place business has been recognized for its 30-year involvement with Welcome Wagon. Local Welcome Wagon representative Patricia Brauer honoured Graham’s Shoes and owner Doug Hawkins last Thursday morning, April 10. “Thank you very much,” Hawkins said. Operating from coast to coast, in every province and territory, Welcome Wagon is the largest greeting service in Canada. The organization offers promotion and public relations for participating businesses to families with lifestyle changes: moving to a new community, planning a wedding, expecting a baby, becoming an executive, manager or professional and becoming new grandparents. Hawkins is happy to have his business’ gifts – a shoehorn and gift

certificate – included in the most famous basket in the world. Brauer presented Hawkins with a plaque, cake and congratulatory letter from Welcome Wagon president Pat Neuman. “A huge thank you to you from the local Welcome Wagon representatives over the years,” she said. Brauer has been with the organization for 15 years, and last December Sharon Shea retired after close to 24 years with Welcome Wagon. Welcome Wagon baskets contain information about Carleton Place: maps of the town, coupons, information about local businesses and much more. Hawkins’ three-decade involvement with Welcome Wagon follows his parents’ (Bob and Isabel) participation in the program. “Welcome Wagon makes people feel welcome,” Hawkins said, and his gift certificate is “an incentive for them to come into the store.” When people come to town, he added Welcome Wagon is

there to assist.” In business for over 80 years, the first Welcome Wagon visit was made in Vancouver in June 1930. Hawkins’ parents purchased Graham’s Shoes from Jim Graham in the ‘70s. He assumed control of the business in 1985. The store carries quality name brand footwear including Birkenstock, Clarks, Rockport and more, as well as purses and luggage. Hawkins hopes to continue to be a part of Welcome Wagon. Graham’s Shoes is located at 139 Bridge St. and can be reached by calling 613-257-3727.

During a ceremony April 10 at Graham’s Shoes in Carleton Place, Welcome Wagon representative Patricia Brauer presented owner Doug Hawkins with a plaque for the business’ 30-year involvement with the greeting service. Photo by TARA GESNER

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Saturday, May 24! The 2nd annual Community Health Fest, hosted by the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital and Auxiliary, is coming to the Carleton Place Arena on Saturday, May 24, 2014 from 9 am to 2 pm. Join us to educate our community about services close to home and recognize the health care professionals in our area. As a participant, you will have the opportunity to share your health knowledge and services while being promoted during Health Fest to the community at large! There will also be entertainment, door prizes and raffles. The Health Fest Organizing Committee is currently recruiting participants for this event. Health-minded participants can apply to have a booth at the arena, or free service at your booth for the community (e.g. massage therapy). Great sponsorship opportunities are also available! ACT NOW – SPACE IS LIMITED! First come, first served! Complete an application form (before April 25) to participate in this great event by vising www.carletonplacehospital.ca or contacting Luci Jacobsen, Community Health Fest Chair, at 613-253-3829 or ljacobsen@cpdmh.ca. 449120_0417

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tion by Lake 88. My letter had no bearing on this decision.” Antonakos noted every community has a radio station, from Arnprior to Smiths Falls. “If they are good enough for those communities, why would we give away that opportunity to Perth, Smiths Falls or Ottawa, and I don’t think it is the mayor’s place to make that decision,” he said. “I think it’s the community’s decision – through all local officials and community organizations.” The integrity of the licensing process and the impact of the proposed service on existing stations were issues the Commission considered. Reading aloud from the CRTC’s decision, LeBlanc said: “The proposed service’s primary contour would overlap with the primary contours of a number of stations, including CHLK-FM Perth and CKBYFM and CJET-FM Smiths Falls. Given the financial performance of one of the stations in the market and the extent to which its contours would overlap with those of the proposed service, the Commission is concerned that the addition of a mainstream commercial radio station in Carleton Place could strain the station’s profitability and result in undue financial impact on the station, thereby affecting its ability to continue to meet its programming obligations and commitments.” “Instead of knocking me… you should be applauding me for being on the same level as the Commission,” LeBlanc said. “They saw how this would have affected businesses already established in our community in a negative way.”

of council when she submitted the letters. “When you write a letter, Mayor LeBlanc, you are the head of council,” Antonakos said. “You speak on this council’s behalf, and therefore, the residents of this community.” He called the two letters “a clear violation of the trust our community has empowered you with as the mayor of Carleton Place.” “Why did you choose to stop a new business from coming to Carleton Place?” he asked. “Why would you not inform your council – this community’s council – you were taking it upon yourself to rescind council’s support of the new radio station?” LeBlanc pointed out that all members of council could have chosen to submit letters. “Every single member of this council was offered the opportunity to write a letter,” she said. “I wasn’t writing on behalf of council. I was writing in my position as mayor. “You had your opportunity as councillor,” she continued. “You chose not to exercise that. Does that mean that you didn’t support the coming of the radio station?” Furthermore, the mayor cited the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs’ (OMAFRA) Business Retention and Expansion (BR+E) strategy, which focuses on “taking care of, nurturing and supporting businesses already existing in the community,” as a reason for rescinding her original letter. “In my second letter that is exactly what I was speaking to,” LeBlanc explained. “The citizens of this community are Issue of integrity LeBlanc considered Antonaalready well served by the two kos’ words as an attack on her radio stations.” integrity. “For all of you sitting in the Decision In explaining the unanimous audience this is just another decision to deny MBC’s re- one of the numerous opportuquest, the CRTC stated: “The nities Coun. Antonakos has deCommission received inter- cided to take to denigrate my ventions supporting the appli- integrity and work I’ve done,” cation, as well as an opposing she charged. Although Sonnenburg called intervention by Perth FM Rathe statement inappropriate, “I dio Inc.” “I think this is a very key will allow it,” Probert said. point,” LeBlanc stated. “Sin- “Coun. Antonakos directly atgular…an opposing interven- tacked the mayor. She has the

right to defend herself.” In referencing the large turnout in the public gallery, LeBlanc claimed, “That’s the reason there are so many of you sitting here tonight. You were told there was going to be a show. Maybe there is, and I hope you’ve been entertained.” The mayor assured she has always had only the best interests of the community at heart. “I am always working on behalf of our citizens, our taxpayers and our businesses in this community,” she said, “and to be accused of breach of trust is not only insulting but slanderous.” Sonnenburg said he was disappointed. “When somebody turned left we were unaware of it,” he said. “We as a council have always said we are open for business. We, as a council, support economic development.” “This is economic development,” Flynn added. “To have a radio station in Carleton Place broadcasting our Junior A games, our events happening in town…I thought it was a fantastic thing.” “I am very disappointed it has come to this,” he continued. “This is not an attack, it’s just stating the facts. People in this town deserve more.” Members of the public also took their turns to voice concerns. Carleton Place resident Jake Gallipeau said just over three years ago, he voted for truth, honesty and respect. “That’s what I expect from council,” he said. “I’d like to see production here. I don’t want to see people turning down business.” Although she is not a resident of Carleton Place, Mississippi Mills’ Melissa Rusk was not happy with the mayor’s inconsistent messaging. “I am disappointed by the tone the mayor takes when speaking to people,” she said. “I find it condescending.” “As a taxpayer,” local developer Volunder ‘Wally’ Thorbjornsson called for the mayor to resign. LeBlanc suggested Thorbjornsson had a direct pecuniary interest in the issue because he was planning to rent space to myFM.

“I was in contact with them, but did not sign a lease,” he replied. “There has been $60 million of growth in this community over the last three years,” the mayor noted, “and I appreciate you and your business making up $3 million of this (figure) – five per cent.” “Most of us voted for this growth to take place,” LeBlanc added, “and I have no problem standing on my record over the last three years.” Flynn took exception to LeBlanc “accusing Wally of being selfish and only looking after himself.”

“We’ve turned down millions...it’s untold the value of him,” he said. “Are you a lobbyist for him?” Probert asked. “You need to be impartial, Mr. Chair,” Antonakos exclaimed. Flynn said he’s “a lobbyist for anyone who wants to do business in town.” Resident and businessman Ernie Rowe asked if the CRTC’s decision was final. “If redone, would all of council support it?” he inquired. Local realtor Ralph Shaw said a “letter going out on mu-

nicipal letterhead speaks to the position of the town.” Resident Jim Collins said he would like to see council “work together for the good of the community.” Antonakos moved a motion that the CRTC be asked by way of a formal letter to reconsider its decision to bring a radio station to Carleton Place. Sonnenburg seconded it. It carried with a 5-1 recorded vote. Antonakos, Flynn, Probert, Sonnenburg and Coun. Gary Strike voted yea. LeBlanc voted nay. Coun. Doug Black was absent from the meeting.

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the town’s budget for a couple of years, but “we’ve just never got around to it.” Nortel manufactured the current telephone system at 175 Bridge St. “They keep telling us each time they come to do something that they’re not going to be able to find the pieces anymore,” Knowles said. A highlight of the new system is call display. “I think it (current system) works fine, but some other people want call display,” the CAO said, which provoked chuckles from around the room. “There’s nothing like picking up a cold call,” LeBlanc said. Emergency preparedness

Carleton Place council officially proclaimed the week of May 4-10 Emergency Preparedness Week. LeBlanc congratulated the municipality’s emergency management coordinator – and clerk, Duncan Rogers on all the work he has done on emergency preparedness. In the event of an emergency in Carleton Place, an Emergency Control Management Group will meet to co-ordinate the crisis.

was attended by LeBlanc, SCC chair Jeff Maguire and their spouses. “Marlyn was known for her Guiding Association leadership,” LeBlanc said, “and she was a wonderful hostess.” Both the SCC and town sent condolences and flowers to Marlyn’s immediate family: husband George and children Hamish and Amanda. Marlyn passed away in hospital on April 7. Funeral and interment services took place on April 15. The Lees family has visited Carleton Place on several occasions in the past. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Carleton Place and Comrie’s pairing in 2012, Marlyn, Amanda and George, a member of Comrie’s twinning committee, attended the SCC’s annual Heritage Ball at the Town Hall Auditorium.

Deep loss Members of Carleton Place’s Sister City Committee (SCC) are mourning the lost of Marlyn Lees, a close friend from Comrie, Scotland. Carleton Place officially twinned with Comrie in August 1992 – in a ceremony on the European country’s famous Ross Bridge, which

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cemetery, and saw two Great Blue Herons. In Carleton Place, by the boat launch, he spotted Ring-necked Ducks, Mallards, six Wood Ducks, and one Northern Pintail. Even a Song Sparrow sang. The next day, Georgina Doe observed a Doublecrested Cormorant on the river. Up in Pakenham, Ray Holland had Ring-billed Gulls, and

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Go ahead and change your life by volunteering meet new people, or expand their network of contacts as a way to get a new job or start a career. Others just want to give back to their community, to help a friend or promote a worthwhile activity. They do it because it makes them feel good. It gives them what current chair of Volunteer Calgary, Dan O’Grady describes as a “private smile.” Volunteers are community in action and this is evident with those who volunteer with Mills Community Support based in Almonte. Mills Community Support is a non-for-profit, multiservice organization that offers programs to residents living in the eastern Lanark County towns of Mississippi Mills, Carleton Place and Smiths Falls. In partnership with the community, the Mills promotes well-being and dignity through a range of housing, community and support opportunities. They provide more than 15 distinct

services to seniors through their Home Support program, non-profit housing for families and seniors, and specialized support services and supported independent living for persons with disabilities. Many community volunteers are helping the Mills build resilient neighbourhoods through projects such as the Neighbourhood Tomato Community Gardens and the reshaping of Augusta Street Park as an inclusive, age-friendly and welcoming park. All of this great work is made possible by not only a dedicated staff of more than 120 people but an even larger base of more than 200 volunteers who are committed to making a difference in the life of others as well as their community. There are many opportunities to volunteer at the Mills and some of the varied volunteer roles include: driving seniors to medical appointments, church, shopping and other appointments; delivering

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Council members not all on same frequency Editorial – They say video killed the radio star, well in Carleton Place, the mayor has apparently killed the radio station. During last week’s policy review committee meeting, council and members of the public learned that the Canadian Radiotelevision and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) denied an application by My Broadcasting Corporation (MBC, which operates stations branded as myFM) in their bid to bring an English-language FM radio station to town. While the issue should have been about the fact that the application has been denied and how council can move forward with a united front, it turned into a schoolyard shouting match between council members over two letters. MBC submitted their request to the CRTC back in June 2013 and at that time representatives of local organizations, including

the Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce and Mississippi Mills mayor John Levi, submitted letters of support. Mayor Wendy LeBlanc did the same in August, but a month later had second thoughts and sent a letter rescinding her support. The reason? That Lanark County communities are already well-served by Perth’s Lake 88.1 and Smiths Falls-based 92.3 JACK FM, who regularly cover events in Carleton Place. We can see both sides of the coin. Yes, a new radio station would stimulate further economic development within the town and provide more publicity of sporting events and other activities, but on the other hand, a new venture may impact established organizations who have already proven their dedication to the community. Prior to last week’s meeting, LeBlanc had been unwilling to show those letters to fellow

council members and when prompted, said she would reveal them once other councillors unearthed theirs. That didn’t happen as no other council members wrote letters. So they stayed hidden until Coun. Louis Antonakos distributed copies at the meeting, stating that as head of council, the mayor was speaking for everyone around the council table. Antonakos also implied that the mayor rescinding her letter corresponded to why MBC’s application was denied, however, the CRTC’s explanation indicated only one letter of opposition was received. That came from Lake 88.1. He called her methods into question by stating there was a “clear violation of trust” and she wasn’t acting in the “best interest of council.” Yes, the mayor should have just given up the letters in the first place as there wasn’t a reason to hide them, but the fact of the matter is, each council member was invited to voice their support of the radio station application through a letter. But they didn’t. They relied on the mayor to speak for them. She didn’t. In her initial letter, she never said that council was in support of the venture, but

that she was. It’s understandable that the rest of council may be upset over the loss of future economic development, as Coun. Jerry Flynn said, but for members of the public to demand her resignation, which is what happened during that meeting, seems a tad outrageous. Instead of squabbling over what’s in the past, why not move forward and present a united front? Work together as a council and ask the CRTC to reconsider. As human beings, we all have differing views and aren’t going to agree on everything, that’s part of what makes our society so interesting. Council members are elected by the public to represent their best interests. Fighting over letters may not be the best representation of this. Instead, if anyone has an issue with the way the mayor has been doing the job for the last four years, now is the perfect time to capitalize on that. We have a municipal election taking place in just a few months time, put your money where your mouth is and throw your hat in the ring. Affect change.

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Pitching in to make Earth Day count Opinion – I’ve not be making an never really underimpact, I can head stood Earth Day. I out with my fellow know the general neighbours and premise behind the clean up the streets Kent’s Two Cents idea: Earth Day and parks of my (and Earth Hour, community as part even though that happens on a completely separate of Pitch-In Week. Together, we can make a quanday) is a time to make a conscious effort to reduce tifiable difference. your impact on our planet and to be more “green.” Don’t get me wrong, I still think that there are I think it’s a great and important initiative, but my plenty of important things that can be done around problem has always been that I feel there’s no way the house to help reduce the impact we’re having to quantify my efforts, and so it ends up being sort on the environment: hand-washing dishes instead of anticlimactic and disappointing. of running the dishwasher, hanging laundry outThis year, though, for the first time, I noticed side to dry instead of using the dryer or simply something that I hadn’t before. This year’s Earth turning off lights and unplugging appliances that Day is Tuesday, April 22, which just so happens aren’t in use. to fall directly in the middle of our area’s Pitch-In Still though, I think I will feel like I’m really Weeks. taking Earth Day to heart and making an impact Every spring, both Carleton Place and Missis- when I’m out there cleaning up the streets of Alsippi Mills host Pitch-In Week, where residents are monte. encouraged to head out and do their part to help It really is the perfect opportunity for anyone clean up their neighbourhoods and town parks. who’s ever felt the need to participate more acBoth municipalities also hold organized events, tively in Earth Day, or even for anyone who’s ever where locals can help clean up garbage in specific been bothered by the amount of garbage lining the areas to make the community a better place. streets of their community in the spring, to get out Sure enough, both events are scheduled to be and do something. held the week of April 20 to 27 this year, perfectly Anyone interested in making this year’s Earth lining up with Earth Day. Day really count can find more information about I’m sure this is no coincidence, and that it has both the Carleton Place and Mississippi Mills always been planned this way, but the fact is that Pitch-In Week events on their respective town this is the first time I’ve noticed the pattern, and I websites, or by visiting the Canadian Gazette webcouldn’t be more pleased. site at www.insideottawavalley.com. Now I have a way to feel a part of something bigger this Earth Day. Instead of making small Take a look around your community – is there efforts on my own at home, which may or may something you could do to make it a better place?

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s ’ n o s Reader cites lack of coverage of municipal Ja Construction government affairs in Carleton Place DEAR EDITOR: Having had the opportunity to familiarize myself with community issues, I am dismayed to report that residents of Carleton Place are “not” being given the facts on a timely basis by the Almonte-Carleton Place Canadian Gazette when it comes to municipal matters. At best, the community is only being provided a mere glimpse of serious issues and events that are being discussed and debated amongst the elected officials of Carleton Place. The local reporter responsible for covering municipal matters attends council and committee sessions most weeks, however, somehow misses reporting on the main points of contention that the community in general deserves to know. For example; issues questioning the integrity and accountability of our current mayor. On numerous occasions, the mayor’s intentions have been called into question by both council members and residents on issues relating to economic development and the hospital redevelopment plan, with sound evidence being presented to validate what is felt to be the lack

of commitment by the mayor in ensuring that the best interests of our community and its residents are being fulfilled. Until the facts are properly reported and the residents of our community are empowered with accurate and timely information to make informed decisions that will support and enhance the economic and social stability of our community, Carleton Place will continue to limp along with its poor media coverage of the critical issues that matter the most to our community. Melissa Rusk Carleton Place Editor’s note: The Canadian Gazette has always been committed to providing fair and balanced coverage of local council, which we will continue to do. Due to Tuesday deadlines each week, council meetings in Carleton Place are held after the paper goes to press, so council news is always published the following week. To keep residents informed in a more timely fashion, we will be posting more of the news to our website: www.insideottawavalley.com.

Reader suggests possible Good samaritan comes solution to cigarette butt issue to the rescue April 3 Editor’s note: The following is in response to the column ‘Honk if they toss a cigarette but’ which appeared in the April 3 issue of the Canadian Gazette. DEAR EDITOR: Leaning on your horn when you see someone tossing a butt out of the window reminds me of my compatriots in Greece who drive with one hand on the steering wheel and the other on the horn. They do not do it for the butts but to let you know that you are driving too slow. I believe that one of these days you will receive the same treatment most of them get: a stone through the front or rear window. There are plenty of stones in Greece. May I suggest another approach?

Encourage the town councils to follow the solution to the problem that some American towns are using. They pay a cent for each butt. They do not count butts but pay by the weight. One fellow, I read, brought to the collection centre, the equivalent in weight of 50,000 butts. You do the math of how many dollars he collected. By the way they do not throw the butts in the landfill, but sell them to be re-used. The article did not say for what but it appears that there is a market for them. Good luck with your campaign. Evan Zervos Pakenham

DEAR EDITOR: On April 3, I was walking my dogs crossing Mississippi Road when I noticed a woman in the middle of the road. I approached her and asked if she needed help. She said she was lost. At that time the garbage truck was picking up on Hughes Street. I called to one of the men and asked if he had a cell phone. The man driving came to our rescue and called 911. He was a very pleasant,

considerate man who was also kind to this lady, as we could not get any answers other than her first name. The staff waited with us for over a half-hour until the police came. The man’s name was Joe and before he left I gave him a hug and told him how proud I was of him and his team. He said he tried to do something good each day. He sure did that day. Judy Brown Carleton Place

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News – Here’s what’s making news in Mississippi Mills this week. From Mississippi Mills town council, April 1: Campbell Bridge At their April 1 meeting, Mississippi Mills town council passed a bylaw to authorize entering into contract with Remisz Consulting Engineers for the provision of consulting engineering services for the rehabilitation of the Campbell Bridge on Concession 9 in Pakenham. Ramsay bridge The council also passed a bylaw to authorize entering into a contract with the same consulting engineering firm for the provision of services for the rehabilitation of the existing bridge located on Ramsay Concession 6D. Shooting ranges Staff has now been directed by council to examine policies related to shooting ranges and similar facilities and to provide guidance on amendments to the Community Official Plan and zoning bylaws that will direct such facilities to the most appropriate locations. Coun. Shaun McLaughlin brought this motion forward at the previous Committee of the Whole meeting in an attempt to control the policies and guidelines surrounding firearms ranges

in the area. From Mississippi Mills Committee of the Whole, April 1: Lake plan After their visit to the Carleton Place council chambers the week before, Rob Bell and Barb King from the Mississippi Lake Association gave a presentation to Mississippi Mills Committee of the Whole on the Lake Plan. “We’re hoping to make Mississippi Lake as healthy and as balanced as possible,” Bell said, “and we’re going around to all of its surrounding municipalities to not only inform them but to ask for their support.” Working in partnership with the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority, the Mississippi Lake Association is working towards protecting and conserving Mississippi Lake for years to come. Right now, they’re looking to engage the community and that everyone will come together to keep the lake an asset for future generations. “We’re hoping that everyone (the municipalities) will pull together to create a shared vision for the lake,” King said. See www.insideottawavalley. com for the full article on the lake plan update given to the Carleton Place town council members. Firefighters’ games Mississippi Mills will be hosting the annual Eastern Ontario Firefighters Games this year, and

to do so, Art Brown, fire chief of the Mississippi Mills Fire Department, brought forward a motion requesting the council approve a street closure to host the games. The Committee passed the motion, and the item will come forward at an upcoming council meeting. If passed, Pakenham’s Margaret Street will be closed from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the Games on June 21, 2014. Orchard View In order to accommodate the proposed four-storey Orchard View retirement facility on Patterson Street in Almonte, Committee of the Whole has recommended to council that two changes be made to the land’s zoning. First, the Committee of the Whole passed a motion recommending that council approve a site-specific Community Official Plan amendment to permit a medium residential development with a maximum height of four storeys on the lands. Secondly, the Committee of the Whole passed a motion recommending that council approve the necessary bylaw amendment to change the zoning of the land from Development (D) Zone to Community Facility Special Exception (I-3) Zone. These changes, if passed at council, will allow the zoning of the land to accommodate the proposed Phase One of the Orchard View retirement facility.

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April 10 open house provides insight on Carleton Place’s daycare programs Families were also asked for their input on potential field trips for the summer, and lots of good ideas were captured in this process. A new web based registration package was highlighted, which will soon be online, making registration for parents much easier to complete. It is very user friendly. The challenge is always to try to give families an enjoyable experience for the summer while providing value for their dollars spent. Parents can either sign children up for full weeks or pick a few days each week.

They can choose a shortened, reduced price day from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and they can pick and choose to add any of the specialty activities to the already busy planned days. For more information on a

Carleton Place summer camp, visit www.cpchildcare.ca or www.carletonplace.ca, or call 613-257-1625, ext. 5100. Submitted by Carleton Place Municipal Childcare Services.

Members of the Carleton Place Canadians were at the Carleton Place School Age Services Open House to highlight the work they do with the children. During this year’s Central Canada Hockey League’s playoffs the kids have worked on a spirit wall to support their hometown team. Pictured with the children are Brett Everson (#15), Andy Sturtz (#16), Vinny Post (#18), Brett DAndrea (#19) and Andrew Dodson (#20). Photo by TARA GESNER

Ashton-Munster Boyd’s/Franktown Pastoral Charge United Churches The United Church of Canada Rev. Jeff de Jonge Rev. Arlyce Schiebout inSPIRE Church 613-285-8047 Services in both churches. Church meets: Calvary Christian Services: Fully Accessible Academy, 9749 15 Hwy, Beckwith Boyd’s, Ferguson Falls Rd – 11:00am 613-257-7761 for more information When: St. Paul’s, Franktown – 9:30am Everyone Welcome. EVERY SUNDAY AT 10:42am Sunday School Child Care provided. (Children’s service also at same time) Website: Phone: (613) 552-1323 Email: scott@myinSPIREnetwork. www.boydsfranktownunitedchurch.com com Web: www.myinSPIREnetwork.com Reformed Holy Name of Mary Pastor: Scott Ridenour Presbyterian Church St. Mary’s Parish Youth Pastor: Joe Aslaner Christ Centred – People Focused Almonte 613-256-1034 Youth meet Sunday nights 273 Almonte St., Almonte Father Lindsay Harrison from 6–8 p.m. SERVICES: 10am EACH SUNDAY SATURDAY MASS - 4:30pm Email joe@myinSPIREnetwork.com Worship Services every SUNDAY MASS for more info Sunday at 10am 9:00am – 10:30am The Church for the Whole Person! 2nd services – Children’s Liturgy, Youth Ministry, SPIRITUAL, PHYSICAL, INTELLECTUAL, 2pm – 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays Bible Study, Prayer Circle RELATIONAL, EMOTIONAL 6pm – 2nd, & 4th Sundays (check website for times & Weekly Small groups programs) and youth group www.holynameofmaryparish.com Ottawa Valley Church office 613-256-2816 Vineyard Church website: hillsiderpc.ca Loving God, Loving People, Pastor – Rev. Matthew Dyck Having Fun 613-791-4811 – mhdyck@rogers.com When: 10:30am SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH SUNDAY 117 Victoria St., Carleton Place Almonte United Church Carleton Place High School 613-257-5109 106 Elgin Street, Almonte 613-257-6045 contact@carletonplaceadventists.org Tel: 256-1355 www.ottawavalleyvineyard.ca www.carletonplaceadventists.org Rev. Mary Royal Pastor: Didier Fourny Organist & Music Director: Almonte SATURDAY SERVICES Neil Milnes Presbyterian Church Sabbath School – 9:30 AM 10:30am – SUNDAY WORSHIP 111 Church St. 613-256-2184 Divine Service – 11:00 AM & Sunday School apc@trytel.com Prayer and Bible Study Child Care Available Minister, Rev. Barry Carr Wednesday 4:00 PM Website: www.almonteunited.com Mr. George Stewart EVERYONE WELCOME! Email: office@almonteunited.com Organist and Choir Director Office Hours: 9am–12pm Mon–Fri. SUNDAY 11:00am For Transportation call the office. Zion-Memorial Worship Service & Sunday School St. Mary’s Roman United Church Nursery care Available. Catholic Church 'SBOLMJO 4USFFU t ALL WELCOME! 28 Hawthorne Ave., 10:30am Morning Worship Transportation is available by calling Carleton Place 10:30am Sunday School & Nursery Elford Giles 613-256-2460 Fr. Augustine Mendonça, FULLY ACCESSIBLE 613-257-1284, 613-257-1630 Minister: Calvary Pentecostal Church MASS SCHEDULE Rev. Peter W. Dahlin, B.A., M.Div. Phone: 613-257-3484 Saturday 5pm Musical Director: Tony Stuart Email: calvarychurch@sympatico.ca Sunday 9am & 11am WARM WELCOME TO ALL! www.calvarycp.ca Handicap Access

Carleton Place Baptist Church 299 Bridge St. Carleton Place 613-257-1889 Pastor: Brian Affleck Discovery Hour: 10:00am Worship Service: 11:00am Children’s Church provided Prayer & Bible Study Wednesday 7pm All Welcome! Handicap access www.cpbaptist.ca

A Biblically faithful, Gospel sharing parish in the Anglican Church in North America Services & Sunday School at 10 am each Sunday Nursery available Mid-week Bible Studies Info: Rev. Dave Kemp, Pastor 613-257-5490 117 Victoria St., Carleton Place www.eternalhopechurch.ca

Cornerstone Community Church 1728 Concession 11-A, Almonte (at the round-about) Pastor: Rev. Gary Landers 613-256-4995 SUNDAY WORSHIP: 10am Ample Parking – Fully Accessible Nursery Care/Sunday School St. James Anglican Church Weekly Bible Study & Prayer “The Anglican Church in Carleton Place� * Friendly Family-Centred Ministry * 225 Edmund Street, A Free Methodist Carleton Place, Ontario Congregation 613-257-3178 Parish of FranktownWebsite: stjamescarletonplace.org Innisville Anglican Churches Sunday, April 20, Easter Day The Rev. David Vavasour 8am Holy Eucharist The Venerable Mary Ellen Berry 10am Choral Eucharist 613-257-1340 “JAM� (Jesus and Me) in Parish Hall www.franktown-innisvilleparish.ca Thursday, April 24, Maundy Thursday, April 17 10am. Holy Eucharist One Joint Service: 7:00 p.m. at St. Rector The Rev’d David Andrew James, Franktown Organist Mr. Ralph Langtry Good Friday, April 18 Choir Director Pat Grainger One Joint Service: 11:00 a.m. at St. John’s, Innisville St. Andrew’s Easter Sunday, April 20th Presbyterian Church St. James, Franktown 8:30 a.m. 39 Bridge Street 613-257-3133 St. John’s, Innisville 10:30 a.m. Rev. Barry Carr, Minister All are Welcome! Organist and Choir Director: Susan Harron The Lighthouse Maundy Thursday Service at 7pm 355 Moffatt Street613-257-4255 on April 17th Pastor: Doug Anderson Easter Sunday Service at 9:30am Email: info@cplighthouse.org April 20th Website: www.cplighthouse.org All are welcome to both services Sunday Services Nursery & Sunday School, 10am Celebration Service Handicap Accessible & Children’s Church standrewschurch39@gmail.com Contact us for more information Blog: standrewscarletonplace.com Personal prayer available

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Community – The Carleton Place School Age Services Open House was last Thursday, April 10, at Carambeck Community Centre. Existing members of the daycare programs as well as the public were encouraged to come out and look at the various options being considered for the summer of 2014: swim lessons at the Carleton Place pool, hockey skills, cartoon/comic book drawing, dance, craft class, brain fun, tennis, drama, milk bag mats for Haiti, photography, Waterside Retirement Community and cake decorating.

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Community – If you’ve ever wanted to attend an Oscars party, the Young Awards Gala might be exactly what you’re looking for. Described as “the Oscars of Mississippi Mills” by Julie Argue, the chair of the gala’s committee, the Young Awards Gala is perhaps one of the swankiest parties the town has ever seen. “It’s pretty formal,” Argue said, “but it’s also a lot of fun. There’s always a lot of bling, a lot of glitter and it’s just an all around good time.” The Young Awards Gala is a benefit dinner and dance that raises money and awareness for a foundation by the same name. Started eight years ago in Mississippi Mills, the Young Awards Foundation gives back to the local community by investing in arts programming for schools and youth. “It’s so important for our young people to have the opportunity to learn about the arts,” Argue said, “especially in a community like Mississippi Mills that is so artsoriented.” This year’s gala will be held the night of Saturday, May 10, and is sure to be every bit as talkedabout as previous years. The evening will kick off at 6 p.m. at the North Lanark Agricultural Society Agricultural Hall (more commonly known as the Almonte Fairgrounds.) Guests are encouraged to dress to the nines – after all, Argue said, who doesn’t love a good opportunity to go a little over the top? “We could say that it’s strictly black tie,” she said, “but we don’t, because you don’t necessarily have to rent a tuxedo or anything like that. Dressing to impress, though, is the goal.” Dinner will be served in three courses, which will each be prepared by a different local business. This year, Almonte’s Foodies will prepare the appetizer, Carleton Place’s Leatherworks Catering will handle the main course and Almonte’s Café Postino will make the dessert. Of course, no gala would be complete without drinks as well, and so there will be a cocktail hour at the beginning of the evening. Throughout the night, guests will also get the chance to see a variety of entertainment acts. Each year, the Young Awards Gala focuses on featuring local artists, especially youth, and this year will be no different. Alongside its usual installments, the gala will also feature a youth art gallery for the first time this year. The art of several local children, many of whom benefited from the Young Awards Founda-

tion’s efforts, will be displayed throughout the night for gala guests to enjoy. The gala will also bring back some of its other segments as well, like their inspiration piece, where different people will all have 15 minutes to speak to the crowd about art and how it affects things like mental well being and social acceptance. “We kind of use this to set the tone for the evening,” said Argue. “We like to highlight local entertainment and get youth involved.” Also back by popular demand is a band of Almonte District High School students, who, through the Young Awards Foundation, have been able to gain school credits through their involvement in music. The Young Awards Gala is also an opportunity to recognize the community, Argue said, and so they give out two awards that night: one for cultural achievement and one for cultural volunteerism. This year’s honourees will be Mississippi Valley Textile Museum executive director/curator Michael Rikley-Lancaster for cultural achievement; and Michael Ryan of Pakenham for cultural volunteerism. Of course, event sponsors will also be recognized. This year’s event is backed by Baker Bob’s, the Almonte Print Shop and as always, Reliable Heating and Cooling. There will also be many opportunities for guests to make a contribution to the foundation while they’re at the gala. Not only does the money from the ticket purchase help, but there is also a silent auction as well as a live auction during the event. “The live auction always gets pretty entertaining,” said Argue. In the past, auction items have included things like a sausage making workshop from Don’s Meat Market or catering for a house party. Each year, Argue says, the foundation raises an average of over $10,000 from the Young Awards Gala. Argue says that each year the gala is something that guests talk about for weeks afterwards, and that tickets will go fast. Tickets for the gala are on sale now for $75 per person, but only until April 15. After that, the price goes up to $85, so Argue encourages people to get their tickets soon. Tickets can be bought online at www.youngawards.ca, or in store at Almonte’s Foodies and Mill Street Books. “I hope we’ll see some new faces this year at the gala,” Argue said. “It really is a night to remember.”

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Mills Community Support, Mississippi Mills partner on May 14 volunteer fair remain in and be a vital part of their community, or by including persons with disabilities in community events, and everything in between from creating community gardens to hosting free concerts in the park. Here’s a good passage from a United Way website on the benefits of volunteering: Whether it is important to you to solve a community problem, advance a worthy cause or to develop as a person, volunteering offers many benefits in appreciation for the gift of your time and expertise. Volunteering can help you: Make important networking contacts Learn or develop skills Teach your skills to others

Enhance your rÊsumÊ Gain work experience Build self-esteem and self-confidence Improve your health Meet new people Feel needed and valued Express gratitude for help you may have received in the past from an organization Communicate to others that you are ambitious, enthusiastic and care about the community Make a difference in someone’s life Improve the likelihood that your children will volunteer as an adult See you on May 14 at the Mississippi Mills Volunteer Fair! Submitted by the Mills Community Support.

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think of all the ways that volunteers make a difference in the dayto-day life of our community. They deliver critical services—from serving as volunteer fire fighters or participating in search and rescue, to delivering meals to homebound seniors, to manning the phone lines at domestic violence and sexual assault centers. Here in Mississippi Mills, we have a rich cultural life with many volunteer led festivals. The Town of Mississippi Mills hosts many volunteers who sit on committees of council, assist with a home show and summer fair, offer time to keep the town beautiful or in other positive ways. Mills Community Support boasts more than 200 volunteers who contribute by helping seniors

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Community – The Town of Mississippi Mills and Mills Community Support invite you to a volunteer fair at the Almonte Old Town Hall on Wednesday, May 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. Perhaps you are part of a community group who uses volunteers. Display tables at the volunteer fair are free and can be booked by contacting Bonnie Ostrom 613256-1077 or bostrom@mississippimills.ca. Maybe you have time to contribute to your community as a volunteer. Join us on May 14. It is hard to image a town without volunteers. Volunteers have an enormous impact on the health and well-being of communities worldwide. They get things done! Just

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Community – The snow melts, the swallows come back to Capistrano, and the Spring Home and Garden Show returns to the Carleton Place Arena. The show ran from Friday, April 11 until Sunday, April 13, bringing with it the best of spring. Clockwise from top left: Jim Whitemarsh shows off Bennett GMC’s Ottawa Senators’ car; Shallen Moffitt, left, a technician, and Valerie Lalonde, a veterinarian, at the Valley Veterinary Clinic, perform surgery on a stuffed patient; Dr. Sean Murphy of the Murphy Chiropractic Health Centre shows Joanne Murphy (no relation), the results of her spinal posture screening; and the Spring Home and Garden Show brought a little bit of the Milan runway to the upper hall of the Carleton Place arena on Saturday, as Michelle Jordan keeps it casual in a denim dress from The Dress Shop and Flora Neave strikes a posing in an equally striking red jacket during the segment of the fashion show for Nancy’s Impressions.

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Hike for Hospice getting ready to roll May 4 Community – With the arrival of spring, the Hike for Hospice set for May 4, 2 to 4 p.m. at the Mill of Kintail is beginning to pick up steam. Brochures have been snatched up, as hikers get ready to raise funds for this valuable service. While many hikers are putting their own walking ability on the line, there is a friendly rivalry being set up between dog-owners, to see whose canine companion can garner the most pledges. The hike is pleased to welcome local businesses Dream Fields Agility Training Centre and The Mississippi Mills Animal Hospital both of whom are sponsoring water stations. There is still room to include others who might be interested. Participants in Carleton Place, Beckwith, Lanark, and surrounding areas are

welcome to come to the hike as well. While events are also taking place in other places, our local hike will benefit the Hub Hospice that serves these other communities too. Organizers Gary Pollock and Linda Berg are happy to have the radio club back for a second year to monitor the trails, and the Friends of Hospice will also be busy taking registrations, handing out water, and offering support and no doubt the occasional doggy pat. The hike is a good opportunity to investigate all the Mill of Kintail site has to offer, from the museum to the natural features of the park: the forest, river, spring plants, and so much more. It is a photographer’s paradise at this time of year. Since palliative care and hospice can touch everyone, this hike can be a unifying experience for the entire family, a

time to get out and enjoy each other’s company while giving back to the hospice. All pledges over $25 will receive a tax receipt, and hikers are encouraged to get supporters’ email addresses for that purpose. The committee is endeavouring to make every cent count towards our goal of surpassing last year’s total of $8,000. Although this is a national event, everything raised in our community stays in our community. Brochures and pledge forms are available at the front counter at the Hub in Almonte or by downloading the form from our hospice website:www.hubhospice.com. Donations can also be made online, and receipts will be issued. If you need other information, please contact the hospice via the website or call 613-256-6479. If you would rather help than walk, we will be pleased to have your help.

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Eulogies at Catholic funerals ‘discouraged but not forbidden’ in most county churches By DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@metroland.com

News – Only two churches in Lanark County are covered by the new ban on eulogies at Roman Catholic masses. The decree by Ottawa Archbishop Terrence Prendergast made headlines earlier this year, that a brief, pre-approved threeto-four minute “words of remembrance” would be allowed to be made by a friend or family member of the deceased before the start of the funeral mass, in lieu of a eulogy. While the ban applies to Holy Name of Mary in Almonte and St. Peter Celestine in Pakenham, Catholic churches throughout the rest of Lanark County are not covered since they belong to the Archdiocese of Kingston, which has slightly different rules than in Ottawa. “That is why we are not bound by that decree,” said Fr. Augustine Mendonca, who preaches at St. Mary Church in Carleton Place. Kingston’s Archbishop Brendan Michael O’Brien “has not made a decree on that.” “What we do here, after the mass is over, before the final commendation, I allow one or two people to express a few words of appreciation,” said Mendonca. However, even within the Kingston archdiocese, there are exceptions. At the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Immaculate Con-

ception in Kingston, no eulogies are allowed. “There is no uniformity within the Diocese of Kingston,” said Mendonca, who limits the speakers to two minutes maximum, and, “most of the time they respect it.” The dividing line between the Ottawa and Kingston archdioceses comes down along Town Line Road in Carleton Place – where St. Gregory Catholic School, on the south side of the street, is part of the Kingston archdiocese, but where Notre Dame Catholic High School, just north of Town Line, is part of the Ottawa archdiocese. Mendonca added that funeral mass is also not allowed to be said at funeral homes. “Ordinary people are not aware of these issues,” said Mendonca. The public debate that Prendergast’s command has brought has “raised quite a bit of emotion,” he said. Perth principles Down Highway 7 at St. John the Baptist Church in Perth, words of appreciation are also a part of the funeral mass – except they are said just as the mass is starting, and one person is allowed to speak for between three and five minutes. “The Catholic Church would encourage people to have such reflections at the memorial service or graveside,” said Fr. Brian McNally. “(But) they can happen. That is permitted, if

people want to say something at the funeral mass…(They) are discouraged but not forbidden.” McNally insists on seeing a copy of the remarks at least a day before the mass, “partly to avoid duplication with the homily, and to make sure it is suitable.” The remarks are made at St. John’s just after the body is received at the door of the church and has been moved to the front of the church, when the appointed person is invited to come forward “to share something about the deceased… I don’t mind them at all, with some exceptions.” McNally has seen these types of mini-eulogies at about half of the funerals over which he has presided. In his homilies, he makes sure to mention “the place of God in the life of the deceased. It wouldn’t be a secular speech.” He would, for example, praise their “God-given talents,” which they used for the greater good. He explained that, in the Catholic faith, “the homily, as its central focus, is on Jesus and his resurrection.” However, he does try to balance off his duties as a priest, with the very real emotions of the deceased’s family and friends. “I always bring in the person and the qualities of the person,” he said. “Sometimes, we clergy don’t incorporate anything of the person. The person’s life

should be recognized, but it shouldn’t be at the centre of the homily.” While he has close relations with many of his parishioners, McNally admitted that “it is a challenge” to write a homily about someone he did not know that well – or at all. “I always meet with the family to get to know the person,” said McNally. “I meet with them anyways, but especially if I don’t know them that well.” Almonte’s rules Back in Almonte, Fr. Lindsay Harrison of Holy Name of Mary Roman Catholic Church in Almonte welcomed the new directive. “It’s good he’s given us some direction because, before, we didn’t know what to do,” said Harrison. “It’s good he (Prendergast) gave us that direction.” Harrison follows the ritual of allowing the remarks to be made at the very start of the mass, lasting between three to four minutes, to be delivered by only one person – with pre-approved text only taking up one typed-out page. “It’s time to go back to the norm,” he said, pointing out that it was only “30 years ago (that) people started coming in with eulogies.” Many Catholics, he believes, had attended funerals for non-Catholic friends and family, and were genuinely

moved by their eulogies. One of the more famous Canadian Catholic eulogies was the one delivered by Justin Trudeau for his late father, the former Prime Minister Pierre Elliot Trudeau, in Montreal in the fall of 2000, which clocked in at about 10 minutes. “You ask a lot of pastors and they have had eulogies that were a lot longer and not as eloquent (as Trudeau’s),” said Harrison. He believes that the Ottawa archdiocese has come up with a suitable compromise. “It’s kind of hard to cut them (families) off (since) you’re dealing with grieving families,” said Harrison. “It’s hard to say no to people who are grieving.” He did admit though that, while the church prefers to see eulogies delivered at funeral homes and memorials, the homes and receptions are not always conducive to a listening environment, whereas, even in a more secular age, churches still inspire an audience to awe, and listening. By the Book The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kingston has sent out directives to its parishes, priests and churches about how to handle requests for eulogies: • According to the church’s “Order of Christian Funerals,” “the homily which follows the proclamation of the gospel is

never to be a eulogy.” However, the directive adds that “the homily should be personal in that it is attentive to the grief of those present and includes expressions of praise and gratitude to God for the gift of a Christian life and such other virtues or strengthens apparent in the deceased’s life or in facing death.” • The directive encourages clergy to allow for a eulogy or words of remembrance “at the conclusion of the vigil service, following the prayers at the cemetery or at the reception.” • Priests are also encouraged to “accommodate” the family, by allowing, say, “a printed souvenir leaflet” of the deceased, with biographical information and achievements. • The order also encourages that only one person be allowed to speak, either a family member or close friend of the deceased, whose script has been cleared with the priest beforehand. “The person should be a person of good moral character and reputation, preferably a person of known Christian virtue,” it states. • The words must be brief and “given with the intent of giving thanks to God for the life of the deceased.” • The words “may not contain poetry or readings of abstract thought, especially from non-Christian writers.”

What does mean to you? If you’re not quite sure, we may have the answer you’ve been looking for. Services for Holy Week: April 13th

Palm Sunday

Maundy Thursday

Relay For Life in Mississippi Mills

Institution of the Lord’s Supper 7:30 p.m. April 18th

June 6 - 7, 2014 7:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m. Gemmill Park in Almonte

Good Friday

Organ Voluntaires 10:00 a.m. Good Friday - Liturgy 11:00 a.m. April 20th

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Easter Sunday Gather your family, friends and colleagues and come together for an unforgettable night!

There are other Relay For Life’s in your area: Smiths Falls and Brockville

relayforlife.ca/mississippimills or (613) 267-1058

8 a.m. and 10 a.m.

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McVeigh’s goals pace Canadians to opening win in Bogart Cup final Sports – Anthony McVeigh is known as much for his defensive prowess as he is for his offensive capability. Sunday afternoon the fourth year centre combined both aspects, leading Carleton Place Canadians to a 5-2 win over the visiting Smiths Falls Bears in the opening game of the Central Canada Hockey League (CCHL) championship series. McVeigh broke open a scoreless game with two goals, less than five minutes apart, in the second period. The 20-yearold was also a key to the Canadians’ penalty-killing unit which successfully stymied five Smiths Falls’ powerplay opportunities. McVeigh was named the game’s first star. Linemate Tyson Stewart of Almonte set up both of McVeigh’s markers to earn third star honours. Playing before another sellout crowd of 1,100 at Carleton Place and District Community Centre the home team dominated puck possession in the contest. They outshot Bears 40-19 including a 19-7 margin in the pivotal second period. Smiths Falls’ goalie Michael Pinios kept his team in the game with an outstanding performance. He stopped all 11 shots he faced in the scoreless first period and he kicked out 16 shots in the middle stanza to give his team a chance. Bears trailed 3-1 after 40 minutes. Perth’s Karson McCartney made it close, netting his second playoff marker for Bears just past the midway mark of period three. Less than a minute later CCHL regular season scoring champion Andy Sturtz swept a pass from defenceman

Kelly Summers into the right corner of the Smiths Falls’ cage, allowing the predominantly Carleton Place crowd to exhale. With a minute, two seconds showing on the clock and Pinios on the bench in favour of an extra attacker, Canadians’ right winger Vinny Post lost his balance as he chased the puck toward the empty Bears’ cage. As he was falling he managed to direct the puck into the net to clinch it for the home team. Game 2 in the best-of-seven Bogart Cup, CCHL final series was played Tuesday night at Smiths Falls Memorial Centre. See front page for final score and visit www.insideottawavalley. com/carletonplace-on for more. Game 3 goes tonight (Thursday) in Carleton Place while Bears host the fourth game on Good Friday. The back-to-back contests Thursday and Friday are both 7:30 starts. Carleton Place coach Jason Clarke was pleased to get the series started on the right foot. But he didn’t minimize the task ahead! “I thought we played at a good tempo. We pushed the puck forward throughout the game. “I thought (Michael) Pinios played very well in their goal,” Clarke stated. “We got the first one. But we need three more (wins). It won’t be easy,” he stressed. Veterans key Reminded of McVeigh’s effort, on both sides of the ledger, Clarke said, “If you’re going to win in the playoffs your veterans have to play well.” Commenting on the effort by his

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Carleton Place Canadian Brett D’Andrea sizes up his opportunity for a shot on goal as Smiths Falls Bear Brandon McMartin and Bears goalie Michael Pinios try to block the upcoming shot. The first period ended up scoreless during the first game on Sunday in Carleton Place, but the Canadians went on to take the final series opener 5-2. team in general the veteran head coach observed, “We got a good effort from everyone. There were no passengers in that game.” Sunday’s outing started at a quick pace. Canadians had two early powerplay opportunities with the visitors handed back-to-back penalties, less than two minutes apart. However the Smiths Falls’ penalty unit was excellent throughout the game stopping the usually potent Carleton Place powerplay on all seven-man advantage opportunities they enjoyed. McVeigh’s twin strikes, his first goals of the post season, made it 2-0 Canadians before the midway mark of the middle frame. Ex-Kanata forward Dylan Gareau,

a late season addition to the Carleton Place line-up, converted a great set-up from Anthony Latina into a third goal for the home team at 17:07 of the second stanza. Just one minute, one second later Smiths Falls took advantage of a poor Carleton Place clearance attempt. Veteran forward Stefano Momesso finished a neat three-way passing play, putting the puck high into Canadians’ cage to get the visitors on the board. The home team controlled much of the third period, outshooting the Bears 10-4. But it was Smiths Falls who scored the first goal of the frame. McCartney threaded the puck past a partly screened Guillaume Therien in the Carleton Place cage.

That set up a frantic finish. Sturtz took some of the pressure off the home side with his sixth playoff goal at 12:26. Bears, however, refused to concede and applied steady pressure that meant Canadians’ defence had to be on their toes. Smiths Falls’ coach Mark Grady elected to lift Pinios with nearly a minute-and-a-half remaining. The move backfired when a sprawling Post batted the puck into the empty net with 62 seconds showing on the clock. As you would expect with two teams going for playoff glory, tempers flared at times during the fast paced, hard-hitting affair. Referees Rejean Amyot and Tom Sweeney did a commendable job of keeping a lid on things. A total of 16 minor penalties were whistled, nine of which went to the visitors. Several of the calls were off-setting which helped cool the jets of some rambunctious opponents! It was an exciting contest with both teams hitting the goal post at least once. The game was played in two hours, 20 minutes. A good contingent of Smiths Falls supporters were among the capacity crowd. The teams face a busy week with showdowns Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. A fifth game would be played Sunday afternoon at 3 p.m. in Carleton Place. If necessary Game 6 is scheduled for Smiths Falls next Tuesday night (April 22). A seventh game would be in Carleton Place two nights later (Thursday, April 24). All of the night games in the series are 7:30 p.m. starts. At stake is a berth in the Fred Page Cup Eastern Canadian championship tournament in Saint-Jérôme, Quebec.

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UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS: April 29, 2014 @ 5:00 pm Committee of the Whole – DC Study May 6, 2014 @ 6:00 pm Council Committee of the Whole (immediately following Council) All meetings held in the Council Chambers (3131 Old Perth Road) unless otherwise indicated

ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE (AAC) 2 MEMBERS REQUIRED The The AAC provides advice and assists the Town in promoting and facilitating a barrier-free community for citizens of all abilities, including persons with disabilities. The AAC is seeking a professional stakeholder from the community and a citizen volunteer. Interested residents of the Town of Mississippi Mills must complete a Committee Application Form, available online at www.mississippimills. ca or at the Municipal Office, and submit it by noon on May 1, 2014 to: Town Clerk Town of Mississippi Mills 3131 Old Perth Rd P.O. Box 400 Almonte, ON K0A 1A0 sstone@mississippimills.ca

YOUTH NIGHTS 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 April 11th - Games night at the Almonte Community Centre (182 Bridge Street) from 7:30 p.m – 9:00 p.m. Friday April 18th - Youth Nights will be cancelled for the Easter Weekend. Friday April 25th - The last Youth Nights session for the season. “Pizza Party� Free pizza for everyone in attendance at The Almonte High School from 7:30 p.m – 9:00 p.m. We look forward to seeing everyone again in October 2014!!

LEAF & YARD WASTE PICK-UP FOR MISSISSIPPI MILLS RESIDENTS Pickup will be as follows: Wednesday, May 14, 2014 The Ward of Almonte Thursday, May 15, 2014 The Villages of Pakenham Appleton Blakeney Clayton For more information please visit our website www.mississippimills.ca

OPEN AND OUTDATED BUILDING PERMITS The Town of Mississippi Mills has recently hired a Contract Building Inspector to deal with the large number of open and outdated permits within the Town. The Inspector’s main focus will be to assist property owners with open permits to achieve compliance and ensure that all Ontario Building Code requirements are met. As the regulating body, the Town has a duty of care to ensure that all required inspections are completed, safety measures are met, and all open permits are closed in accordance with the re-

quirements of the Ontario Building Code. Property owners with open permits are encouraged to gather all documentation on their respective project(s) and associated inspections ahead of time to assist with timely closure. Additionally, homeowners who are aware of open permits and want to be proactive are encouraged to contact the Building Department at (613) 256-2064 ext. 260. The Ontario Building Code dictates the list of the mandatory inspections that are required to close an open building permit including footings, backfill, plumbing rough-in, framing, insulation, vapour barrier, and occupancy. Any property owner with an open permit may be subject to a renewal fee of $102.00 for each open permit that is older than two (2) years from the original date of issuance that has not been renewed. For information please contact Len Smith, Chief Building Official at 613 256-2064 ext. 261.

MISSISSIPPI MILLS BABYSITTING COURSE Saturday & Sunday April 26th – April 27th, 2014 9:00 a.m – 3:00 p.m (on both days) Almonte District High School $MBTT 3PPN 5#% t $PTU (MUST BE 12 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER) PLEASE CALL 256-1077 TO REGISTER

HOWIE ROAD WASTE FACILITY CHANGES IN SERVICE

ing the services of a qualified engineering consulting firm to complete all engineering design work pre-requisite for the construction of water and sewer works proposed as part of the 2015 work program. Electronic copies of the Request for Proposal may be obtained by contacting the Roads and Public Works Department at 613256-2064 Ext. 258. Interested firms are invited to submit their Proposal along with a statement of qualification in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Engineering Services – 2015 Water and Sewer Replacement Program (RFP # 2014-WS)� to the Director of Roads and Public Works, 3131 Old Perth Road, RR # 2 Almonte, Ontario, K0A 1A0 by 1:30 p.m. local time, April 30th, 2014. For further information regarding the Request for Proposal, or the assignment, please contact: W. Troy Dunlop, C.E.T. Director of Roads and Public Works Telephone: (613) 256-2064 x 233 Fax: (613) 256-4242 E-mail: tdunlop@mississippimills.ca

RESTRICTED LOADING Restricted loading is in effect on all municipal roads and streets in Mississippi Mills commencing March 8 and remain in effect until May 31 each calendar year. Restricted loading is 5 tonne per axle. For more information please contact the Roads and Public Works Department at 613-256-2064 ext. 258.

EFFECTIVE MAY 1ST, 2014

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Beginning May 1st, the Howie Road landfill site will operate as a recycling center only with new and improved hours of operation. The new hours of business will be Saturdays 9am to 1pm (year round), and Wednesdays 3pm to 7pm (May 7th to October 29th). Recycling materials that are presently accepted at the site will continue to be received such as: tires, scrap metal, metal appliances, brush, cardboard, and leaf and yard waste. Asphalt shingles however, will no longer be accepted. Residents who wish to dispose of large or bulky waste items on or after May 1st, may continue to do so through one of the following options: t 1BSUJDJQBUF JO UIF 5PXO T -BSHF *UFN XBTUF day; t 3FEFFN ZPVS BOOVBM LH "OOVBM -BOEĂśMM Pass at the Beckwith Transfer Station - 9271 Cavanagh Road; or t %JTQPTF PG HBSCBHF NBUFSJBMT BU DPTU BU BOZ local waste transfer facility. For further inquiries please contact the Roads and Public Works Department at 613-256-2064 Ext. 258

The Town’s new website has an accessibility page with information on accessible customer service, the Accessibility Advisory Committee and useful links. Check it out at www.mississippimills.ca/en/live/accessibility.asp.

TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF TWO (2) 4X4 ½ TON TRUCKS TENDER 14-04 If you are interested in a tender package please contact Roxanne Sweeney rsweeney@mississippimills.ca and one will be emailed to you. Tenders close on Thursday, May 1st, 2014 at 1:00 p.m.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Engineering Services 2015 Water and Sewer Replacement Program RFP # 2014-WS

The Town of Mississippi Mills is currently seek-

PAKENHAM RECREATION SOCCER PROGRAM 2014 This program focuses on introducing kids to soccer and team sports. Our primary focus is having fun and promoting fitness as a lifestyle. REGISTRATION: Date: Wednesday April 16, 2014 & Wednesday April 30, 2014 Location: Stewart Community Centre – (Pakenham arena) Time: 6:30 p.m – 8:30 p.m Ages: 4–12 years Cost: DIJME t GBNJMZ Season will run Mondays & Wednesdays 6:30 p.m–7:30 p.m from June 2nd–July 23rd. Season ending party on Saturday July 19th at 10:30 a.m. For more information please contact Calvin Murphy Recreation Coordinator – 613-256-1077 Ext:24. We are looking for volunteer coaches this year and ask that everyone who registers consider helping out with this rewarding opportunity.

LARGE ITEM DAY NEW DROP OFF LOCATIONS FOR 2014 This is for the disposal of Large Waste Items only. (chairs, tables, couches, bed, etc.) Household garbage will not be accepted at any location. DATE: Saturday, May 10, 2014 TIME: Gates open at 8 a.m. - Gates close at 3 p.m. LOCATIONS: t NEW Ramsay Garage – 3131 Old Perth Rd t 1BLFOIBN 3FDZDMF %FQPU #BSS 4JEF 3PBE t 6OJPO )BMM :BSE o 8PMG (SPWF 3PBE

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Drop off items can include appliances (freonfree where applicable); if the Freon has been removed it must be tagged, household furniture, scrap metal and tires (charges may apply). This is also a perfect opportunity to dispose of used and unsafe children product’s such as: baby walkers, baby bath seats, cribs, playpens, baby gates, car seats, bicycle helmets, protective sports equipment, strollers and toys/lawn darts. If your fridge has not been tagged that it is Freonfree you WILL be charged $50.00 and the Town will take care of having the Freon removed and tagged. WE DO NOT ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING ITEMS AT ANY OF THE LOCATIONS: Batteries, propane tanks, brush, small loose materials, hazardous waste, shingles and construction/demolition waste. MANDATORY: Proof of residency of Mississippi Mills will be required. If you have questions please call the Roads and Public Works Department at 613-256-2064 ext. 258

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Professional Services for Development of a Comprehensive Transportation Master Plan RFP # 2014-TMP The Town of Mississippi Mills is currently seeking the services of a qualified engineering consulting firm to complete the Development of a Comprehensive Transportation Master Plan. Electronic copies of the Request for Proposal may be obtained by contacting the Roads and Public Works Department at 613-256-2064 Ext. 258. Interested firms are invited to submit their Proposal along with a statement of qualification in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Comprehensive Transportation Master Plan – Town of Mississippi Mills (RFP # 2014-TMP)� to the Director of Roads and Public Works, 3131 Old Perth Road, RR # 2 Almonte, Ontario, K0A 1A0 by 1:30 p.m. local time, May 8th, 2014. For further information regarding the Request for Proposal, or the assignment, please contact: W. Troy Dunlop, C.E.T. Director of Roads and Public Works Telephone: (613) 256-2064 x 233 Fax: (613) 256-4242 E-mail: tdunlop@mississippimills.ca

GARBAGE AND RECYCLE COLLECTION There will be NO changes to garbage and recycle collection during the week of Good Friday – April 14 – 18 or during the week of Easter Monday – April 21 – 25. Everything will be collected on your regular collection day.

PITCH IN – APRIL 22-27 Let’s get ready for spring by picking up garbage along rural roads, town streets & in Mississippi Mills parks. PITCH-IN can be done on your own anytime during the week of April 22-27th or join us downtown Almonte, Saturday, April 26th 9:00 am-Noon. PITCH-IN bags available at Nicholson’s Sundries, Pakenham, Clayton General Store, Appleton Mail Boxes, Baker Bob’s, the Recreation and Culture office at Almonte’s Old Town Hall

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Eastern Ontario Volleyball Club Air Force team strikes silver at provincials Sports – The EOVC Air Force 16U Girls team headed to sprawling RIM Park in Waterloo for their first Ontario Championships tournament together. After three days and 10 matches of hard-fought competition, our girls flew home with Division 3/ Tier 2 Silver medals adorning their Year 1 EOVC jerseys! The Eastern Ontario Volleyball Club, made up of players representing Perth, Carleton Place, Smiths Falls and Kanata compete in the Ontario Volleyball Association. The competitive season runs from November to March culminating with the Ontario Championships. A total of 86 teams participated in this year’s event. As a first year team winning a medal at any level is an accomplishment to be cherished. It goes without saying that the club is extremely proud of how the girls competed, carried themselves and gave their all over a busy and taxing weekend. You have proven yourselves to be wonderful ambassadors for our new club and should be proud of all that you have accomplished during our inaugural season. Congratulations Abby Brandon, Abby Camelon, Alicia Buchanan, Andie Ambroziak, Dana Denommee, Gabbi Culham-Putnoki, Grace Edwards, Hannah Shackell, Holly Edwards, Jordana Zink, Mackenzie Cogley and Shannon Retty. If you would like more information about playing for The Airforce check out our Facebook page www.facebook.com/GoEOVC or contact Cliff Woods at 613-283-0918. As always, we thank the parents for all their support and hard

work this weekend. Huge thanks, of course, to Coaches Cliff Woods and Justin James (as well as Jon Valentin and Ellen Bell) for weaving all the girls’ skills together into a cohesive, winning team this season! Lastly, we wish Hannah Shackell all the best as she works towards recovery after that tournament-ending knee injury on Friday. Keep on smiling Hannah! Results from the weekend: Friday, March 28 – Day 1 Pool Play: • vs E381 Red (Etobicoke) – W 2-0 (26-24, 25-21) • vs Upper Ottawa Vikings (Renfrew) – W 2-0 (25-22, 25-20) • vs Forest City Blue (London) – L 1-2 (11-25, 25-22, 8-15) • vs Interclub Patriots (Toronto) – L 0-2 (20-25, 15-25) Saturday, March 29 Day 2 Power Pool Play: • vs LVC Fire Ignite (London) – L 0-2 (20-25, 22-25) • vs Elites Blue (Barrie) – W 2-1 (17-25, 25-21, 15-8) • vs Rapids Blue (Niagara) – L 0-2 (19-25, 19-25)

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Sunday, March 30 Day 3 Sudden Death playoffs: • Crossover vs Stingers Yellow (Markham) – W 2-0 (25-21, 28-26) • Semi-final vs Upper Ottawa Vikings (Renfrew) – W 2-0 (25-13, 25-21) • Gold/silver vs Predators Black (Kitchener-Waterloo) – L 1-2 (25-19, 19-25, 13-15). Submitted by the Eastern Ontario Volleyball Club Air Force 16U girls team.

A long time favourite in Carleton Place, the Gourmet Restaurant continues to serve your favourites as well as some special new items for the whole family! Just on Hwy 7, the Gourmet Restaurant is a busy spot serving locals and people from all over the Region. What’s important to note is that with some new menu items comes the items that have been a favourite for years at the Gourmet! Regular Breakfast is served til 4pm, 7 days a week, with a FULL breakfast offered til 2pm on weekends! Offering both Lunch and Dinner specials

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Vikings claim Jr. B championship in thrilling fashion over Ottawa West Sports – It was a thrilling end to a memorable league final. The Casselman Vikings claimed the Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League (EOJHL) championship with a 3-2 double overtime victory over the Ottawa West Golden Knights in Game 7 Monday night. Joel Adam scored the Jr. B title clincher at 18:42 of the second extra period, the Vikings’ 11th shot of the frame and 45th of the game. There was no shortage of drama in this epic finale. Entering the final minute of regulation, the two teams were tied 1-1. Derrin Lehoux thrilled the home fans at the Barbara Ann Scott Arena in Ottawa when he beat Vikings goalie Gianmarco De Meis at 19:23. But the jubilant crowd

fell silent just 23 seconds later when Thierry Henry scored to tie things at 2-2. It would take another 39 minutes of hockey for a champion to be decided Vikings, runaway winners of the St. Lawrence Division this season, cruised through their division and conference championship series. It wasn’t until the league final that they were finally challenged. Ottawa West, who needed six games to defeat the Almonte Thunder in the MetroValley Conference final, held a 3-1 lead in the final series but couldn’t hold on. The Vikings eked out a 3-2 win in Game 5 in Ottawa last Thursday and evened the series at three wins apiece with a 4-1 win at home on Sunday night (April 13). Casselman now advances to the inaugural Eastern Canadian Jr. B Championships. They

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News – The Co-Operative Nursery School of Almonte’s Mom-to-Mom Sale was held at the Almonte Civitan Club hall on Saturday, April 12. Left, Ruby Anderson, 4, and her sister Katey, also 4, eye all of the action at the sale as they pause with their muffin popsicles and hula-hoops at one of the stalls. Centre, winter may be over, but a smart mom knows to buy ahead, like Brenda Davis, of Renfrew, looking at snow suits for winter 2014-15. Right, Spencer Blackburn, 10, is actually making his zebra and snow leopard, bought during a trip to the Granby Zoo, do all the of talking as he watches on.

Another GREAT year for the GET ACTIVE Community Fitness Challenge! The Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital (CPDMH) Foundation is excited to announce that the 7th Annual GET ACTIVE Community Fitness Challenge, held on Wednesday, April 9th, 2014 was another great success, raising $9,105.00 for patient care equipment at the Hospital! 5 new and 8 returning teams joined forces this year to GET ACTIVE and raise funds for the Hospital.

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The teams who raised the most amount of money for the Hospital were the Heritage Fitness Team, the Administrivas from CPDMH, & the Money Honeys from the CPDMH Foundation, respectively. Winners of this category received 1 month memberships to Heritage Fitness, a beautiful basket of Health Bars and Drinks This event would not have been possible without the from the Carleton Place Terrace and assorted favourite dedicated support of Heritage Community Fitness & prizes from The Bulk Barn, Steve’s Independent, Tim Rehabilitation Centre who not only hosted the GET Hortons and Heritage Fitness! ACTIVE, but also made a generous $5,000 donation to the Furthest Distance cause! A big THANK YOU also goes out to each of the The teams who travelled the furthest during their 10teams who participated in the GET ACTIVE Community minute workout were the OPP-PCs and the Health Nuts! Fitness Challenge and to all those who filled their pledge These teams received $25 Gas Cards and Travel Mugs forms with support! from Tim Hortons! The event took place from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM on April 9th with participants coming to Heritage Community Most Calories Burned Fitness & Rehabilitation Centre to work-out on the The teams who burned the most combined calories during exercise equipment of their choice for a 10 minute period. their 10-minute workout deserved to be spoiled with tasty During this time, teams of 5 people competed for 5 very treats! Therefore, the OPP-PWs and the Town of Carleton special awards to be presented to winning teams in the Place teams both enjoyed Gift Certificates to the Olde Town Bakery and to Ballygiblins Restaurant and Pub! categories listed at right.

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Calling out and encouraging teammates makes this event even more lively and thoroughly enjoyable! The team that brought home the Most Spirited Team award was the Desperate Housewives of Carleton Place who won Water Bottles from Steve’s Independent!

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There was no doubt about it: the team that arrived in matching t-shirts made for the event took home the grand prize in this category! The Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce won new GET ACTIVE apparel from CP Signs! Throughout the day each team was given a thank-you gift designed by The Safety House and qualified for random draws presented to each team including a gift bag from Starbucks filled with a travel mug and coffee; delicious bags of candy from The Bulk Barn; a Gift Certificate to Read’s Bookstore; a Gift Certificate for a massage from Obi Massage and travel mugs from Tim Hortons! Thank you to all of the generous donors of prizes who helped make this a fun and enjoyable day for all involved!

If you would like to learn more about this event or would like to participate in the April 2015 8th Annual GET ACTIVE Community Fitness Challenge, please contact Robyn Arseneau at the Foundation Office: 613-257-2200 x856 or by email to foundation@carletonplacehosp.com.

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Former Beckwith resident wins $48 million in OLG Lotto Max draw By BLAIR EDWARDS blair.edwards@metroland.com

News – She bought the ticket on a whim. It was Friday, March 28, the end of another work week, and Tina Ferrone was shopping for groceries during her lunch break at Your Independent Grocer in Billings Bridge Plaza. The 42-year-old Kanata woman, who previously lived on the 9th Line of Beckwith, had never purchased a lottery ticket before in her life, but the lottery’s grand prize seemed too good pass up, she said. “(My husband and I) saw the commercial, it was like $48 million,” said Ferrone. “I thought, ‘I have to pick up a few groceries, I might as well pick up a ticket.’” The next morning, Ferrone was drying her hair and listening to the radio, when she heard that the weekly draw’s grand prize winner was won by someone in Ottawa. She walked her golden retriever and at around 3 p.m. headed down to the Shoppers Drug Mart at the Signature Centre in Kanata Lakes. She needed to pick up a few items anyways. Might as well check the ticket, she thought. When she checked her numbers at the lotto self-check kiosk, the machine printed out the numbers four, eight and a whole lot of zeros, too many to count.

“I didn’t know what to expect,” said McGee. “I knew something big was going on. It was shocking. It was amazing.” After her husband arrived, the store phone rang, and after verifying her ticket number and identity, the representative told her she was the grand prize winner of $48 million. “I had to give my phone to my husband to talk to the OLG rep, because I couldn’t breathe or function,” said Ferrone. Ferrone said the money comes at a good time in the life of the couple, who have three children. Photo courtesy of ONTARIO LOTTERY and GAMING COMMISSION “Liam has been off work for

Former Beckwith Township resident Tina Ferrone and Liam McGee accept a $48 million cheque at the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto, her winnings from the March 28 Lotto Max draw. “I thought it said $48,000,” said Ferrone. “It was a lot of zeros and said ‘big winner’ in big bold letters.” So she checked her ticket again. And then again. Finally, she decided to check her ticket with a front counter clerk at Shoppers. There was a large lineup, and she didn’t want to draw attention to herself, so Ferrone waited until everyone left and then handed her ticket to the cashier. “I think I just won a lot of money, so can we be discreet?” she asked. When the cashier scanned

the ticket, big noises suddenly erupted from the machine, along with a message asking the woman to remain at the counter as an Ontario Lottery and Gaming (OLG) Commission representative would soon contact her at the store. Ferrone asked to use the store phone and called her husband of four years, Liam McGee. “I told my husband to get his butt over there because I won a lot of money,” said Lisa. When McGee arrived, Ferrone was crying and shaking – the Shoppers Drug Mart employees had brought her a bottle of water and a chair to sit on.

two years while battling cancer,” she said in a press release. “He’s in remission now and we’re excited for the good times to begin.” On Tuesday, April 1, Ferrone and McGee accepted a cheque for $48 million at the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto. Ferrone said she hasn’t made any plans to quit her job as an events co-ordinator, but she already has a few ideas on how to spend her windfall. For the past few years, she has been drawing up plans to open a yoga studio in Kanata. “Now I can open one,” she

said. McGee wants to buy a new truck, an upgraded kitchen and a bigger house with a pool. “I love to cook. A new big grill would be great too,” he said in the press release. The couple also want to travel around the world, with Italy and Ireland as the first stops on their trip, so they can learn more about their cultural roots. But the size of their windfall is still sinking in. “We’re just regular people,” said Ferrone. “It can happen to anybody. It’s an amazing world we live in.”

Field Naturalists seeking applications for Cliff Bennett Nature Bursary Community – Are you a high school student with an appreciation for the natural world? Do you have an interest in pursuing a career in environmental stewardship or conservation? Do you live within the Mississippi River watershed (Lanark Highlands, Perth, Mississippi Mills, West Carleton/March Ward, Carleton Place or Beckwith)? You could qualify for the 2014 Cliff Bennett Nature Bursary. It is awarded each year by the Mississippi Valley Field Natu-

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ralists (MVFN) to graduating secondary school students who will be undertaking post-secondary studies in an aspect of nature or an environmental field. Application forms are available from student services departments in area schools, or can be downloaded from the MVFN website at www.mvfn.ca. The deadline for applications is Friday, May 30. Two $600 awards will be given this year. The nature bursary award was established in 2007 by

MVFN members, along with friends and family members of Cliff Bennett, on the occasion of his 75th birthday. Bennett is one of the MVFN’s founding members. “Our goal is to help two well-deserving students pursue the goal of higher education in a nature-related discipline,” says Bennett. For more, contact Mike Keffer of the Cliff Bennett Nature Bursary Committee at 613-2568686 or email naturebursary@ gmail.com.

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Ontario Royal Canadian Legion Branch 240 Almonte executive congratulates the winners of the 2014 public speaking competition. Above, back row from left: Zone G6 Commander, Dave Cormier, 1st vice-president Gerry Schroeder, youth education chair Jane Torrance, and District G Deputy Chairman, Joe LeBlanc. Front row from left: Camryn Charles, Jack Lockhart, Shelby Crawford, Sean Ireland and Parker Deugo. Missing from the photo is Christina Reid.

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Strict application of policy ‘destroying’ rural way of life: residents laura.mueller@metroland.com

News – More than 150 residents crammed Osgoode’s community centre to decry that a longstanding water-quality policy is destroying the rural way of life. The issue erupted after the president of the Carleton Landowners’ Association, Shirley Dolan, used the open mic session at a February rural affairs committee meeting to request the city ditch water-testing requirements she says were never meant to be applied to single-lot severances. If the water-quality guidelines aren’t met, the city can deny the severance of the lot. The guidelines have been used since 2009. The city has only denied three lot severances due to water-quality guidelines since 2004 – 1,673 severances have been approved in that time. “Restricting severances is going to destroy the right to rural life,” West Carleton resident Adele Muldoon told the city’s agriculture and rural affairs committee on April 4. “It is the seniors of the rural area that will be hurt most if the city continues to implement the procedures now in place,” she said, because it’s common practice to sever a lot to build a home for aging parents to live in the same vicinity as their children in the community they’ve lived for

most of their lives. The provincial procedure, called D55, identifies the maximum concentration of contaminants in well water – both for health and aesthetic impacts. Those guidelines reflect the federal and World Health Organization’s standards for water quality – but some rural residents say they’re out of date. The problem, said people who came out to the April 4 meeting of the city’s agriculture and rural affairs committee, is that the guidelines are 18-years-old and don’t reflect the invention of technologies that can fix aesthetic problems with water, such as a high sulphur content. “If the water that is coming out of the tap is clean, is safe, the city really has no business, according to the province, to regulate the water on private property,” Dolan said. As long as the city’s Official Plan requires the guidelines to be met before granting the severance of a lot, the city can refuse those severances. The committee asked for an information report on the guidelines but declined to pursue any changes. Instead, the committee will send a letter to the Ministry of the Environment, surrounding municipalities and other officials calling on the province to review and update the D55 procedure. The rowdy crowd of 200 people – many from West Carle-

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Married couple Swing into Spring with big band extravaganza Arts – The myth that musical performers usually stick to their own kind – trumpets only hang out with trombones or French horns, but not so much with those clarinets or violins – has been thoroughly demolished by Erin Morel-Rowe and Mike Rowe. The duo make beautiful music together both onstage and off as a recently married couple and the newest members of Standing Room Only (SRO), the big band which headlines the annual spring fundraising dance for the Classic Theatre Festival in Perth on Saturday, May 3. Swing into Spring, the annual gathering featuring what most consider the finest big band in eastern Ontario, will feature free dance lessons, a silent auction, and swinging renditions of tunes from the 1930s through the 1960s. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., with dance lessons at 7 p.m. at the Civitan Club, 6787 Highway 43 in Perth. Those who have attended the enjoyable annual event in the past – either to dance or just to sit and tap their feet – will note some of the group’s lineup changes, including tenor saxophone Erin Morel-Rowe. Having moved to this area last year from Sudbury, Erin first had a semester’s replacement contract at PDCI and is currently a supply teacher in the Upper Canada District School Board, hoping to eventually land a full-time gig teaching music to high school students. In the meantime, her passion for playing led her to join a saxophone quartet in Almonte that featured Elizabeth Sampson (a founding member of Standing Room Only) and, eventually, to join

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to get distracted when you play for a dancing group because you see people having so much fun on the dance floor. I think a big reason this music is so popular is because it is so accessible: people quickly get it and they love it.� Mike grew up in a family where both parents were ministers, and at age 11, he joined the Salvation Army band, which is all brass. He began to learn more contemporary tunes in grade 8 from a teacher who also played in a Sudbury jazz band, “which pushed me into a wider spectrum of music.� While he honed his musical chops in high school, he got accepted into both the university physics and the music program; however, he chose music because the intensity of practice time in high school “made me realize how

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Paying tribute to one of Lanark County’s humblest country music legends, Harry Adrain Lifestyle – I arrived an hour early and still was just lucky to get one of the last seats. They just kept coming through the door, many carrying guitars and fiddles, all to show their appreciation and pay tribute to one of Lanark County’s humblest country music legends ... the one and only, Harry Adrain. This recognition of Harry’s musical gifts to the community was started by a comment made by Feryn Donaldson, widow of the late Raymie Donaldson during a tribute to Raymie held last year. She suggested people should be recognized while they were still with us and Terrie Bennett took this to heart and organized and hosted a memorable event at the Lanark Legion. As I listened to stories throughout the afternoon it became crystal clear how much people have enjoyed the musicianship offered by Harry and his friends over the years. He apparently was dragged out and encouraged by another Lanark legend, fiddler Kenny Jackson in about 1955, when they would play dances throughout the area...any hall that would have them. He’s been playing ever since. I’ve been in the area for 32 years now and Harry’s name has always been on one notice board or another, doing what he loves, as he says “just having fun.” I was told he was in a band in the late ‘60s called the Valley Cruisers

Friends and fellow musicians came together to pay tribute to Lanark County musician Harry Adrain recently at the Lanark Legion. Above, Harry, left, receives a token of appreciation and his wife, Eleanor, earned a #1 Fan award. Submitted photo

with Kenny Jackson on fiddle, Harry on guitar and vocal, Raymie Donaldson on lead guitar, and Gary Barr on rhythm and they played dances throughout the valley. They’d play three or so round dances and then Archie McNicol would call a square dance to packed halls in Westport, Watson’s Corners, McDonald’s Corners, Lanark, Perth, Smiths Falls, Clayton to name a few. They were apparently some wild times with sometimes as many pugilistic “dances” happening as musical ones. One of the things I’ve come to learn and appreciate as a Toronto-raised lad who didn’t grow up with country music is the strength and multigenerational support of it throughout this and surrounding regions. It’s like a ‘family’ of its own. Country shows sell out regularly, weekly jamborees happen, for example, throughout the area in Clayton, McDonald’s Corners, Smiths Falls and Perth and Har-

show their appreciation. Judi is also on the Ottawa Valley Country Music Hall of Fame executive and managed to finally gain agreement from Harry to play at this year’s awards show. It was touching to hear young bucks like Henry Norwood and Brock McNamee acknowledge Harry’s ongoing support as they’ve developed their musical skills. Harry is a true family man. When his children Cheryl, Laurie and Debbie were young he stopped playing for awhile and every time I’ve seen him play I’ve heard him thank his number one fan, his loving wife of 55 years, Eleanor. Harry is from a large family, one of 14 kids and the incredibly large Adrain, Trainor, Norwood family reunions were legendary and saw music come from within the families. I’m always amazed how musicians can remember words and music to so many songs. A family friend tells of playing in

ry has been one of the many supporters of these for literally decades, no advertising necessary. Over and over I heard how he has been a host and facilitator at many events for what seems like forever. The monthly Old Time Fiddlers group at the Perth Legion is another example as well as the monthly birthday celebrations at Branch 244. He’s there, playing, “just for fun” as he says. His willingness to share the stage with whoever shows up and encourage those who are just starting out, along with his quiet, welcoming nature makes him a beneficial member of any group. At his recent tribute, it was evident by country players from out of our local area showing up to pay homage like Judi Moffatt and Barry Munro from Carleton Place, Johnny Spinks, Andy Bowes and Brad Scott of Almonte and I’m sure others, taking the time to be there to

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the band with Harry at one of these reunions, starting at 7 p.m. and playing through until 9 a.m. the next morning, with Harry never singing the same song twice. Cheryl and Laurie are carrying on this musical family’s tradition, each in their own styles. On another proud note, three extended family members, Henry Norwood, Shawn McCullough and Riq Turner were all successful in making the first cut of this year’s CBC Searchlight Contest, the same contest Henry ended up in the final four nationally last year. Yes, there are strong musical roots there. They all thank Harry for his encouragement. From practically the first note, the dance floor was filled throughout the afternoon and they had lots to dance to. There’s not enough space to list them all but the Lanark Legion house band Country Cousins, started things off and Terrie Bennett’s band Stockyard replaced them, joined by Linda Derouin with some vocals, Heather Johnson on fiddle, Albert and Patty on vocals, Flora Riley on vocals and accordion and later, Wade Foster on fiddle. Of course, Harry couldn’t sit still and he was joined by his old fiddling friend Kenny Jackson, Ed Ashton on bass and Tom Uhryniw on drums, all players who’ve played for various lengths of time in Harry’s band. Harry was presented with a lovely, suitably inscribed plate saying “In

appreciation for sharing your musical talent with all of us – 2014” by Terrie Bennett and Eleanor received an inscribed “#1 Fan” gift. It truly was a memorable day, honouring a well deserved gentleman whose sharing of his musical gifts is defined by his statement “just having fun.” Congratulations, Harry Adrain. When CKCU announcer, Chopper McKinnon died, veteran singer/ songwriter Terry Tufts stated at one of his memorials he was tired of going to functions like this and suggested we start telling and sharing our appreciation of others with them, while they’re still with us. I totally agree and, thanks to Feryn Donaldson’s suggestion locally and the efforts of Terrie Bennett, I hope a new tradition has been started and we see many more of these events

honouring those amongst us, as there are lots of deserving folks who give much to our communities. Upcoming events May 3: Cure SMA at Little Rock Farm 2 to 10 p.m. This is a wonderful fundraiser for the whole family to raise funds and awareness about SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). There will be horse rides, a mechanical bull, a lovely country dinner, a pie eating contest, a silent auction and, best of all, a dance featuring Arlene Quinn, Wade Foster, Henry Norwood, Eddie and Andy Bowes, The Burnside Sisters and DJ Rob Orr. For more information, call Jenna at 613-285-5152. Come on out and support a very worthwhile cause. Support live music everywhere.

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Join in Canadian Wildlife Federation’s Walk for Wildlife start collecting pledges, then head out to a local park, nature trail or conservation area and spend some in the wild. People can take part informally with family and friends or head out with a local organization by joining in one of the #Walk for Wildlife events listed on the website. For every pledge received, participants will become part of the CWF loyalty program and receive special rewards. Those who raise $100 or more will receive a special Burrowing owl Tshirt. Top fundraisers will have a chance to win a trip for two to Calgary for a special conservation experience at the Calgary Zoo. For those who just want to head outdoors for some quality time in nature, they can log their Walk for Wildlife on the interactive online map. “As Canadians, we are very fortunate to be surrounded by a rich diversity of wildlife. Sadly, many of the species that make up this diversity are at risk because of human and environmental pressures,” says Wade Luzny, chief executive officer and executive vice-president of the Canadian Wildlife Federation. “Walk for Wildlife is an opportunity to inspire and connect thousands of Canadians to nature and wildlife. And this year, we’re dedicating Walk for Wildlife to species at-risk, like the burrowing owl.”

About Walk for Wildlife Walk for Wildlife is a national campaign that encourages all Canadians to get outside and experience the wildlife and natural spaces in their backyards. From the beginning of National Wildlife Week on April 6 until the International Day for Biological Diversity on May 22, help CWF raise awareness and funds for species atrisk, like the burrowing owl. These species have found themselves on the endangered species list and under the protection of the Species at Risk Act (SARA) and need our help. About the Canadian Wildlife Federation The Canadian Wildlife Federation is a national not-for-profit charitable organization dedicated to ensuring an appreciation of our natural world and a lasting legacy of healthy wildlife and habitat. By spreading knowledge of human impacts on the environment, developing and delivering educational programs, sponsoring research, promoting the sustainable use of natural resources, recommending policy changes and co-operating with likeminded partners, CWF encourages a future in which Canadians can live in harmony with nature. For more information, visit CanadianWildlifeFederation.ca. Submitted by the Canadian Wildlife Federation.

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APRIL IS CIVITAN AWARENESS MONTH LGBT Lanark County Civitan Club Chartered: September 16, 2013 613-326-0987 President: Penny Kelly Meetings: 3rd Wednesday 7pm monthly Location: Contact President Penny Box 2023 57 Foster Street, Perth ON, K7H 3M9 Email: info@lgbtlanark.com Web: www.lgbtlanark.com FB: www.facebook.com/LGBTQLanark Events: UĂŠĂŠ Â˜ÂœĂ•}Â…ĂŠÂˆĂƒĂŠ Â˜ÂœĂ•}Â…ĂŠ >“>ˆ}Â˜ĂŠ UĂŠĂŠ ˆ}ĂŠ Ă€ÂœĂŒÂ…iĂ€ĂƒĂ‰ ˆ}ĂŠ-ÂˆĂƒĂŒiĂ€ĂƒĂŠ7ÂˆÂˆĂŠ ÂœĂœÂ?ˆ˜}ĂŠ UĂŠĂŠ ÂŤĂ€ÂˆÂ?ĂŠĂ“ĂˆĂŠqĂŠ iĂƒĂŒÂˆĂ›>Â?ĂŠÂœvĂŠĂŒÂ…iĂŠ >ÂŤÂ?iĂƒ Ă›iĂ€ĂžÂœÂ˜iĂŠÂˆĂƒĂŠĂœiÂ?Vœ“iĂŠĂŒÂœĂŠ>ĂŒĂŒi˜`ĂŠÂœĂ•Ă€ĂŠiĂ›iÂ˜ĂŒĂƒĂŠ throughout Pride Week June 7th to June 14th, 2014 UĂŠĂŠ Ă•Â˜iÊÇÊq*Ă€Âˆ`iĂŠ7iiÂŽĂŠÂŽÂˆVÂŽĂŠÂœvvĂŠ>ĂŒĂŠ/Â…iĂŠ,ˆ`i>Ă•ĂŠ Ferry Yacht Club UĂŠĂŠ Ă•Â˜iĂŠnʇÊ Â…Ă•Ă€VÂ…ĂŠĂƒiĂ€Ă›ÂˆViĂŠ>ĂŒĂŠ/Â…iĂŠ<ÂˆÂœÂ˜ĂŠ Â…Ă•Ă€VÂ…ĂŠ Carleton Place - 2 pm UĂŠĂŠ Ă•Â˜iʙ]ĂŠ£äĂŠEÊ££Ê‡Ê/ ĂŠ UĂŠĂŠ Ă•Â˜iÊÊ£ÓʇÊ ÂœĂœÂ?ˆ˜}ĂŠ>ĂŒĂŠ6ÂˆĂƒÂˆÂœÂ˜ĂƒĂŠÂˆÂ˜ĂŠ >Ă€Â?iĂŒÂœÂ˜ĂŠ*Â?>ViĂŠ - 7 pm until 9pm UĂŠĂŠ Ă•Â˜iÊ£ÎʇÊ9ÂœĂ•ĂŒÂ…ĂŠ >˜ViĂŠ>ĂŒĂŠ/Â…iĂŠ9ÂœĂ•ĂŒÂ…ĂŠ VĂŒÂˆÂœÂ˜ĂŠ ÂœÂ“Â“ÂˆĂŒĂŒiiĂŠ­9 ÂŽĂŠÂˆÂ˜ĂŠ*iĂ€ĂŒÂ…ĂŠ UĂŠĂŠ Ă•Â˜iĂŠÂŁ{ʇÊ*Ă€Âˆ`iĂŠ*>Ă€>`iĂŠÂˆÂ˜ĂŠ*iĂ€ĂŒÂ…]ĂŠĂœÂˆĂŒÂ…ĂŠ >ĂžÂœĂ€ĂŠ John Fenik as Parade Marshall. Start time 3 “ÊvĂ€ÂœÂ“ĂŠ-ĂŒiĂœ>Ă€ĂŒĂŠ-V…œœÂ?ĂŠÂœÂ˜ĂŠ-Ă•Â˜ĂƒiĂŒĂŠ Â?Ă›`ĂŠi˜`ing at The Tay Basin. UĂŠĂŠ/>ÞÊ >ĂƒÂˆÂ˜ĂŠĂœÂˆÂ?Â?ĂŠLiĂŠ>Ă›>ˆÂ?>LÂ?iĂŠvÂœĂ€ĂŠLÂœÂœĂŒÂ…ĂŠĂƒiĂŒĂ•ÂŤĂŠ qĂŠfĂ“xĂŠ`œ˜>ĂŒÂˆÂœÂ˜ĂŠvÂœĂ€ĂŠLÂœÂœĂŒÂ…ĂƒĂŠĂƒiÂ?Â?ˆ˜}ĂŠÂŤĂ€Âœ`Ă•VĂŒĂƒĂŠqĂŠ information only booths are free UĂŠĂŠ Ă•Â˜iĂŠÂŁ{ĂŠqĂŠ*Ă€Âˆ`iĂŠ >˜ViĂŠ>ĂŒĂŠĂŒÂ…iĂŠ*iĂ€ĂŒÂ…ĂŠ i}ˆœ˜ We are in need of an orange and purple car for our Parade. vĂŠĂžÂœĂ•ĂŠĂœÂœĂ•Â?`ĂŠÂ?ˆŽiĂŠĂŒÂœĂŠĂ›ÂœÂ?Ă•Â˜ĂŒiiÀÊ>˜`Ă‰ÂœĂ€ĂŠÂ?ÂœÂˆÂ˜ĂŠĂ•ĂƒĂŠÂˆÂ˜ĂŠ the Parade please contact: Karen and Lorrie Ă€ÂˆĂŒĂŒÂœÂ˜Â‡,iˆ`ʇÊ*Ă€Âˆ`iĂŠ ÂˆĂ€iVĂŒÂœĂ€ĂƒĂŠÂŽ>âĂ€iˆ`JÂ“ĂƒÂ˜°VÂœÂ“ĂŠ or loriqt@hotmail.com

Lanark & District Civitan Club Chartered: June 2, 1973 613-259-3216 President: Bob Mingie Meetings: 1st and 3rd Wednesday

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Pakenham & District Civitan Club Chartered: September 24, 2004 613-624-5580 *Ă€iĂƒÂˆ`iÂ˜ĂŒ\ĂŠ ÂœĂ€ÂˆĂƒĂŠ,>˜Žˆ˜ Meetings: 3rd Thursday 7:15 pm monthly *>ÂŽi˜…>“Ê*Ă•LÂ?ˆVĂŠ ˆLĂ€>ÀÞ]ĂŠÂŁĂ“nĂŠ6ˆVĂŒÂœĂ€Âˆ>ĂŠ-ĂŒ ÂœĂ?ĂŠĂ“]ĂŠ*>ÂŽi˜…>“]ĂŠ" ĂŠ ä ĂŠĂ“8ä Email: ÂœÂ˜ĂŒ>VĂŒ*>ÂŽi˜…>“ ÂˆĂ›ÂˆĂŒ>˜J}“>ˆÂ?°Vœ“ Events: UĂŠĂŠ Â˜Â˜Ă•>Â?ĂŠ*>ÂŽi˜…>“Ê Ă€ÂœĂƒĂŒĂŠ iĂƒĂŒÂˆĂ›>Â?ĂŠ >Â˜Ă•>ÀÞÊ UĂŠĂŠ,iÂ?>ÞÊvÂœĂ€ĂŠ ˆviĂŠ ÂˆĂƒĂƒÂˆĂƒĂƒÂˆÂŤÂŤÂˆĂŠ ˆÂ?Â?ĂƒĂŠ i““ˆÂ?Â?ĂŠ*>ÀŽÊ June 6th UĂŠĂŠ `ÂœÂŤĂŒĂŠ>ĂŠ ˆ}Â…Ăœ>Ăž]ĂŠ-ÂŤĂ€ÂˆÂ˜}ĂŠ>˜`ĂŠ >Â?Â?ĂŠ>Â˜Â˜Ă•>Â?Â?Ăž UĂŠĂŠ >ĂƒĂŒiĂ€Â˜ĂŠ"Â˜ĂŒ>Ă€ÂˆÂœĂŠ ÂˆĂ€iw}Â…ĂŒiĂ€Ăƒ½ĂŠ ĂƒĂƒÂœVˆ>ĂŒÂˆÂœÂ˜ĂŠ ­ " ÂŽĂŠ >“iĂƒĂŠ >ĂŒiĂ€ÂˆÂ˜}ĂŠ Ă•Â˜iÊÓ£‡ÓÓ UĂŠĂŠ >˜>ÀŽÊ ÂœĂ•Â˜ĂŒĂžĂŠ œœ`ĂŠ >Â˜ÂŽĂŠ*>Ă€>`iĂŠ ÂœÂ?Â?iVĂŒÂˆÂœÂ˜]ĂŠ

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Perth Civitan Club Chartered: June 19, 1965 613-267-2181 President: Bob Farnell Meetings: 2nd and 4th Tuesday 7:15pm

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Film offers peek behind the scenes of NFL football Important tips to prevent animal bites MOVIE: Draft Day STARRING: Kevin Costner, Jennifer Garner, Denis Leary and Frank Langella DIRECTOR: Ivan Reitman RATING: PG Arts – Draft Day is essentially a football movie, but don’t worry if you’re not a fan of football because no football was actually played during the making of this film. I know a football movie with no football sounds pointless, but this is actually a great sports film. On the biggest day of the year, NFL draft day, Sonny Weaver Jr. (Kevin Costner) the general manager of the Cleveland Browns is told he’s about to be a dad. His girlfriend Ali (Jennifer Gardner) also happens to be the salary cap manager for The Browns. Needless to say Sonny doesn’t react well. Sonny puts all other thoughts out of his head because he needs to focus. The draft is his chance to rebuild The Browns. Then he makes a trade. He gives up three years of first round picks for this year’s number one pick, and the chance to take star rookie quarterback Bo Callahan (Josh Pence). This sends The Browns’ staff into a frenzy. They

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weren’t even looking at a player like Bo. Trouble is Coach Penn (Denis Leary) hates the move. He thinks Sonny has sacrificed the Browns’ future. Even worse Sonny isn’t sold on drafting Bo despite what The Browns owner, Anthony Molina (Frank Langella), wants. Sonny’s original plan was to draft Vontae Mack (Chadwick Boseman). Now he’s rethinking everything on the one day he needs to be sure. His job, his future, the future of the Cleveland Browns hinges on this one pick. Draft Day may be a football movie without football, but it’s a fascinating behind-thescenes look at an NFL team. The NFL draft is a pivotal time. Dreams are made and crushed, and Draft Day takes you right into the heart of it. It makes it real in a way that gets you on the edge of your seat. More than that Draft Day has just the right amount of humour, dramatic tension, and plain old fashioned heart

that makes it a really fun film to watch. From the top stars to the bit parts this is a great cast. Everyone fits like pieces of a puzzle. Jennifer Garner completely steals the show. She has the best lines and flawless delivery. Denis Leary has made a career of playing a jerk. To be fair he’s very good at it and it does work for the character. Then we have Frank Langella. As the owner of The Browns, Langella commands your attention. In other words he’s perfect. Kevin Costner’s career has had its ups and downs, but I don’t think there’s any denying the man’s talent. If you have any doubts just watch him in Draft Day. He brings a passion and a rawness of emotion to this role that is brilliant. I enjoyed Draft Day. It is exciting, funny, intense. Everything about it is good even if there isn’t any football. Mark Haskins’ column is a regular feature of the EMC.

Lifestyle – It’s that time of year when we all want to get outside after a long winter. The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit would like to remind everyone to enjoy the outdoors, but to remember that along with the increased interaction with our friends and neighbours there is an increased risk of contact with people’s pets and with wildlife. While most interactions are positive, it is important to reduce the risk of animal bites or scratches. Animals may bite or scratch while being protective of their owners, new litters of their young or their food. Young children are not always gentle with pets and may be bitten. The following tips may help prevent an animal bite: • Stay away from wild, stray or unknown animals. • Never leave small children unattended in the presence of an animal. • Don’t disturb an animal that is eating, sleeping or caring for its young or may be feeling unwell. • Never enter a home unannounced or reach through a fence as dogs tend to be protective. • Avoid running and biking past a dog as they like to chase things and people.

It is important to enjoy wildlife from a distance. Never feed them! Wild animals may become dependent on humans for food. Leaving food out may attract wildlife to your property which can result in unwanted interactions with your pets, animal bites and risk of exposure to rabies. Rabies is an infectious and contagious disease of the central nervous system and is fatal if left untreated. The rabies virus is carried in the saliva of an infected warm-blooded animal and can infect humans during a bite or scratch. Raccoons, bats, foxes and skunks are significant wildlife species that spread the disease. Biting can sometimes be an early sign of rabies. Anyone who is aware of a biting incident either from a domestic or wild animal must report it to the health unit. The health unit follows up all reports of bites/scratches to ensure the person bitten has not been exposed to rabies. A public health inspector will call to ensure you do not euthanize (kill) the animal involved. The inspector will ask for proof of current rabies vaccination and may require you to confine and observe your pet for 10 days. This confinement period is not meant to be punishment for your pet; it prevents further exposures

and lets you observe your pet for any signs and symptoms of rabies. If the animal is alive and healthy after the observation period, the determination that the animal was not rabid at the time of the bite can be made. If your pet is involved in a bite, you should: • Assist the injured person. • Be sure to provide them with your name, phone number and address so a public health inspector can reach you. • Ensure you return home with your pet under your control and keep it in a secure area away from people and other animals. • Locate your pet’s vaccination record. If your pet is due for a rabies shot, do not book a vet appointment until after the 10day confinement period when the public health inspector has released the animal. Be a responsible pet owner, vaccinate you pet against rabies (it is the law). • Keep your pet under your control when out in public spaces and fence your yard. When we all do our part, animal bites can be prevented. For more information, check our website at www.healthunit. org. Submitted by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit.

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Earl Grey rhubarb tea cakes a sophisticated and tasty treat Lifestyle – These pretty tea cakes feature a sweet-tart rhubarb filling and creamy rhubarb glaze that is complemented by the Earl Grey tea flavour. Preparation time: 20 minutes Standing time: 45 minutes Cooking time: 40 minutes Serves: Makes 12 Ingredients: Rhubarb filling and glaze • 2-1/2 cups (625 mL) chopped Ontario rhubarb • 1/4 cup (50 mL) granulated sugar • 2/3 cup (150 mL) icing sugar • 1/4 cup (50 mL) cream cheese, softened • 2 tsp (10 mL) milk (approximate) Cakes • 3 Earl Grey tea bags • 1/3 cup (75 mL) boiling water • 1/4 cup (50 mL) milk • 1/2 cup (125 mL) butter, softened

• 1 cup (250 mL) granulated sugar • 2 Ontario Eggs • 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla • 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) all-purpose flour • 1 tsp (5 mL) baking powder • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt Preparation instructions Rhubarb Filling: In medium saucepan, bring rhubarb and granulated sugar to boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until thickened and rhubarb breaks down, stirring occasionally. Let cool. (Make ahead: Store in airtight container for up to one day or freeze for up to two weeks.) Cakes: Grease and flour a 12-cup non-stick muffin pan; set aside. Open tea bags and pour leaves into small bowl. Pour boiling water over and let stand for five minutes. Strain, reserving half of the tea leaves. Add milk to tea and set aside.

freeze for up to two weeks.)

Rhubarb glaze: In food processor or These Earl Grey tea cakes feature rhubarb filling and a sweet glaze. blender, purée 1/4 cup (50 mL) of the Submitted photo

In large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy; beat in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Beat in vanilla and reserved tea leaves. In separate small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt; stir into butter mixture alternately with tea mixture, making three additions of dry ingredients and two of wet. Spoon into prepared muffin cups. Bake in 350°F (180°C) oven for about 20 minutes or until cake tester inserted in centre comes out clean. Let cool in pan on rack for 10 minutes. Run knife around edges and remove cakes from pan; place upside down on rack and let cool. (Make ahead: Store cakes in airtight container for up to one day or

cooled, cooked rhubarb until smooth. Add icing sugar and cream cheese; purée until smooth, adding milk, 1 tsp (5 mL) at a time, until pourable. Trim tops of cakes to sit flat. Cut each cake in half. Spread cut side of bottom with 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the rhubarb filling. Place remaining half, cut side down, on top. Place cakes upside down on plates. Pour glaze over top of each cake, letting excess drip down sides. Let stand for 30 minutes for glaze to set. Nutritional information (one tea cake): • Protein: 2 grams • Fat: 5 grams • Carbohydrate: 21 grams • Calories: 132 • Fibre: 0.5 grams • Sodium: 80

RAISING FUNDS TO HELP KIDS WITH CANCER THIS YEAR’S EVENT WILL BE HELD AT THE CANADIAN WAR MUSEUM & LEBRETON FLATS WITH

LANE REDUCTIONS/ROAD CLOSURES IN EFFECT:

OTTAWA RIVER PARKWAY 6 AM - 1 PM | Booth St. to Island Park Dr.

VINCENT MASSEY PARK ACCESS 8 AM - 11:30 AM

WELLINGTON STREET EASTBOUND (Booth St. to Lyon St.) 8 AM - 11 AM | Eastbound lane reduction Booth St. to Lyon St. WELLINGTON STREET WESTBOUND (Sussex St. to Booth St.) 10 AM - 1 PM | Westbound lane reduction Sussex Dr. to Lyon St.

LYON STREET (Wellington St. to Laurier Ave.) 8 AM - 10 AM LAURIER AVENUE (Lyon St. to Queen Elizabeth Dr. on ramp) 8 AM - 11 AM | Lyon St. to Elgin St. closed to all but crossing traffic LAURIER AVENUE 8 AM - 11 AM | Eastbound lanes Elgin St. to Nicholas St. (Partial Closure) QUEEN ELIZABETH DRIVE 8 AM - 11 AM PRINCE OF WALES DRIVE 8 AM - 11:15 AM | Northbound lane Preston St. to Heron Rd. (Partial Closure)

6 AM – 1 PM

HERON ROAD (Prince of Wales Dr. to Riverside Dr.) 8 AM - 11:30 AM | Lane reductions Prince of Wales Dr. to Riverside Dr.

OTTAWA RIVER PARKWAY 8 AM - 12:30 PM | Island Park Dr. to Carling Ave.

PORTAGE BRIDGE 10 AM - 1 PM | Closed both directions

SUNDAY MAY 4 2014

RIVERSIDE ROAD (Heron Rd. to Hogs Back) 8 AM - 11:30 AM | Southbound lane reduction Heron Rd. to Hogs Back Rd. HOGS BACK (Riverside Dr. to Prince of Wales Dr.) 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM | Westbound lane Riverside Dr. to Colonel By Dr. COLONEL BY DRIVE 8:30 AM - 12:15 PM SUSSEX DRIVE 9 AM - 12:30 PM | Rideau St. to Rockliffe Pkwy. Local access to Notre Dame Basilica from St. Patrick St. ROCKCLIFFE PARKWAY 9 AM - 12:30 PM | Sussex Dr. To St. Joseph Blvd. Local access to Aviation Museum and Rockliffe Flying Club from Aviation Pkwy. CUT OFF LOCATIONS Laurier St. @ Elgin St. Queen Elizabeth Dr. @ Preston St. (Dows Lake) 11 AM Colonel By Dr. @ Rideau St. Governor General Roundabout

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