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Angry Carleton Place residents demanded the resignation of their mayor during a May 9 council meeting. The gathering, held upstairs in the town hall auditorium to accommodate a 200-plus crowd, came four days after the release of integrity commissioner Robert Swayze’s report into an alleged “gross misuse of in camera or closed session meetings” by Louis Antonakos. Area resident and Carleton Place property manager Wally Thorbjornsson filed a complaint with the integrity commissioner on Feb. 23. Between 2012 and 2014 when Antonakos was a councillor in the last term of council, Thorbjornsson alleged the now-mayor voice recorded “in camera discussions to do with development activity and proposals before the council” and played them to “groups of people in the development business on at least six to eight occasions.” Swayze, during Tuesday night’s meeting, stated, “I did find a serious breach of the council code of conduct in that there was disclosure of at least one in-camera meeting.” Although the breach happened five years ago, the integrity commissioner pointed out there is no limitation in the code of conduct regarding that. Swayze’s investigation into Thorbjornsson’s complaint included in-

terviews with a handful of people, including former mayor Paul Dulmage, councillors (current and past), town staff and members of the public. “I was reluctant to talk to Mr. Swayze,” Dulmage admitted during the council meeting. “It took two calls to convince me to speak to him, and then it took a meeting to allow my name to be put forward as the second accuser.” “The only reason I did that was because I thought it would put an end to this,” he added. Although Thorbjornsson made several complaints against Antonakos, Swayze, in his report, noted, “Only one of the many claims made by the complainant has been established.” “These people knew too much...they did not find this out off the street,” he said. Swayze called Antonakos’ violation “the most egregious disclosure of confidential information I have ever encountered in nine years serving as an integrity commissioner.” “In my opinion, it should be dealt with severely,” he said. Swayze added closed sessions of council are vital, and “it is important every member of council as well as staff know anything they say will be kept confidential.” Coun. Theresa Fritz asked the integrity commissioner, “for the benefit of the audience,” to explain his use of the See REPORT page A/CP4

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Active transportation is a growing tourist attraction and Lanark County is ensuring they stay ahead of the pack. The fourth annual Eastern Ontario Active Transportation Summit is set for May 31 and June 1 at the Neelin Street Community Centre in Carleton Place. It will include information and workshops surrounding cycling, pedestrian walkways and creating bicycle friendly communities. Summit organizers Jeff Mills and Danielle Shewfelt were at the April 26 meeting of the Lanark County economic development committee to inform county councillors about the popular initiative. “We’re really happy with this event,” Mills noted. “It’s changing the landscape in terms of knowledge sharing around active transportation in eastern Ontario.” The first summit was held four years ago in Almonte and since then it has been on the move, being hosted in Pembroke and last year in Kemptville. Mills and Shewfelt appeared before the committee to ask for $3,000 in support for the Bicycle Friendly Communities Designation Workshop the summit will be hosting with the provincial cycling coalition, Share the Road on June 1. “Share the Road hosts an annual Ontario Bike Summit in Toronto every year and part of the reason we have an Eastern Ontario Active Transportation Summit is we want to make that knowledge sharing more accessible to staff and council members locally here in eastern Ontario,” Mills explained. “It’s not always that easy to get to Toronto for events, so we’re bringing that event (workshop) here…” Mills pointed out that they were also seeking networking support so the summit can flourish. “It’s really important that we get the right players in the room,” he stressed. “That’s you people (councils); you people that sit in these seats and make decisions and people like (Lanark County) CAO (Kurt) Greaves who help to implement those suggestions of council.” The workshop will target what Mills referred to as “The five E’s”: engineering,

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The fourth annual Eastern Ontario Active Transportation Summit is set for May 31 and June 1 at the Neelin Street Community Centre in Carleton Place. Several workshops will be featured, surrounding bicycle friendly communities designation and pedestrian walkways, as well as the popular Mayor’s Slow Bike Race. Above, Carleton Place mayor Louis Antonakos, Belleville Coun. Egerton Boyce and Leeds and Thousand Islands Coun. John Paul Jackson compete in the race at last year’s summit at the North Grenville Municipal Centre in Kemptville. education, encouragement, enforcement and evaluation and planning. He noted that bike friendly communities are “in the public interest.” “It’s not a special interest anymore. At the Ontario Bike Summit in early April, it became evident that small towns, small rural communities like ours are no longer asking the question, why are we doing this. They’re asking the question, how are we going to do this?” he pointed out, adding that bringing partners to the table, such as the Ontario Provincial Police, local schools and councils, is imperative. The workshop will provide hands-on information on how to achieve bicycle friendly community designations. Mills said the Province of Ontario is also sitting up and taking notice of the popularity of active transportation. In Lanark County, Mississippi Mills was an early adopter of the initiative and has held Bicycle Month events for the past nine years. Last year, they earned bronze level status as a Bicycle Friendly Community by Share the Road. “They issued a travel by bike paper where they are investing in cycle tourism,” he stated. “So, we’re really well placed, so close to Ottawa and having already done some of this work and being seen in Ontario as a rural hub for cycling, we’re ready to increase that.” “(Mississippi Mills) have got our foot in the door and

we’re continually working,” Mills added. “We have a plan in place, an active transportation plan in Mississippi Mills and we’re working forward to implement that plan.” Other municipalities are also committing to the example set by Mississippi Mills. Carleton Place mayor Louis Antonakos indicated his town will be marking their first Bicycle Friendly Month

and are pleased to be hosting the upcoming summit. “Really, what we’re trying to do is build on some of the success Mississippi Mills has had in the past. Nine years is a long time, so we’re hopeful to take our municipality in that direction…” he said. “The bigger picture is we need to promote Lanark County as a cycling destination of choice because it’s a

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Lanark County Interval House (LCIH) launched its new See It, Name It, Change It campaign to raise awareness of domestic violence May 10 during Lanark County council’s community services committee meeting. Above, community partners and supporters joined LCIH at the meeting.

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If you see domestic violence occurring in your community, Lanark County Interval House (LCIH) wants you to be part of the change. The organization officially launched its See it, Name it, Change it campaign against domestic violence May 10 during the Lanark county council community services committee meeting in Perth. “This is a new campaign to help everyone participate in change,” noted LCIH executive director Erin Lee. “When you see an act of violence, acknowledge it and become a voice for change.” According to Lee, the decision to launch the campaign May 10 was strategic as it was Mental Health Awareness Day and Sexual Assault Awareness Month. She also wanted to

thank county council for furthering the goals of LCIH over the past two years. “We could have launched it anywhere, but we wanted to launch it here because of the meaningful work that Lanark county council has done for us,” she stated, acknowledging support on this campaign from county councillors Jerry Flynn (Carleton Place deputy mayor), Jane Torrance (Mississippi Mills councillor) and Sharon Mousseau (Beckwith deputy reeve). This initiative, spearheaded by the Beyond the Forums Working Group made up of representatives from Lanark County, Lennox and Addington, as well as Leeds and Grenville, has been in the works for more than 18 months. That’s when LCIH began to launch discussion forums throughout the county. “We hosted four forums where we talked about

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ourselves, it would be really good if we could figure out what to do with that in terms of violence against women,” Lee remarked. “What can we actually do to make things different? So we came up with this: See it, Name it, Change it. And we started to talk about it.” So what does it mean? When you see a violent act, name it and help change it. “We started to think about how this could be in schools and in all places,” she commented. “We could be talking about this in faith groups; we could be talking about it at sports arenas; we could be talking about it everywhere.” To raise awareness, a Facebook page has been created, radio ads are circulating and billboards have been erected all with the goal of reaching as many communities as possible. “There’s a billboard on Highway 15 (between Smiths Falls and Franktown) and there will be two billboards in Leeds and Grenville and another billboard in Lennox and Addington,” Lee explained. “But what we really need is for the community to embrace this and we need you to look at our Facebook page and the content on there. Maybe that content can be used when you’re having a conversation with your grandkids. Maybe it can be used at a Sunday dinner when you and your kids are sitting around the table …” Lee is also asking county councillors to spread the word by putting up tearaway posters in their local municipal offices,

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distributing postcards or even affixing a magnetic sign on a municipal vehicle or slapping a bumper sticker on their own. “We’re going to ask every township to consider taking a magnetic sign. Put it on one of your township vehicles. Put it on for a week, two weeks or a month,” she said. “Use it in your township to show and demonstrate your commitment.” “ … It’s all about uniting together in terms of being able to move the issues of violence in our community forward,” Lee added. She noted that the campaign is a true partnership with Lanark County Mental Health, Victims Services of Lanark County, the Lanark County Situation Table and United Way Lanark County as key players. Survivors and violence against women advocates are also at the table. “ … As a survivor, working with Erin and this committee has been an honour for me and we see it and we’re naming it and we rely on leaders such as yourselves to help us change it,” noted Lanark Highlands resident Melanie Mills. “Living in the highlands where the violence is the highest, we really count on your help.” County councillors were very receptive to the campaign’s message. “I think it’s really a wonderful thing you’ve put together,” noted Coun. Brian Stewart (Lanark Highlands mayor), community services committee chair. For Flynn, his support of LCIH is very personal. “I live

with a survivor. I’ve been with her for 26 years and I’m happy to say that the cycle of violence broke when we got together,” he said. “ … Late one night, she went shopping down in Ottawa. She told me she’d be home at 10 o’clock but she didn’t get home until 12 o’clock. She thought she was coming home to a punishment; she came home to a hot bath.” Flynn said he’s watched his wife grow over the years “and get her confidence back.” “Our relationship grows better every day,” he continued. “To see this woman and think that she used to be beaten by men that weren’t worthy of her, it’s kind of heartbreaking.” Torrance noted the campaign hits home for Mississippi Mills council members as well. On Feb. 11, 2016, fellow Coun. Bernard Cameron was murdered protecting his daughter and family from his daughter’s partner. “ … Our council, we don’t forget this. It kind of sits back there and it’s really difficult to heal from this because we are directly affected and yet we are not the widow, and we are not the daughter, and we are not the grandchildren; but we are bystanders of a council that has a gaping hole in it,” she said. “People don’t have to die in vain and we can stop murder and honour those who have died and been taken from our communities by moving this forward,” Lee concluded. For more information, look for See it, Name it, Change it on Facebook, visit www.lcih.org or email seeitnameitchangeit@ gmail.com.

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With a few contentious topics having come before Lanark County council over the past few months, warden Bill Dobson asked his fellow councillors to remember there is a procedural bylaw. While chairing the May 10 session of county council, Dobson took the opportunity to make a public statement, noting his job isn’t just to lead council, “but also to ensure the policies and procedures we do have in place under our procedural bylaw are adhered to.” Dobson indicated over the last year, county council has dealt with “a fair number of controversial issues,” including the roadside weed spraying and the motorized versus non-motorized vehicle debate for the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail. “I think because they are somewhat more controversial than our normal issues, the public has been engaged and the public has been fairly active in talking about the issue,” he stated. “I never say that’s a bad thing. I think, in fact, it’s a good thing. I call it grassroots democracy.” Where he has a problem, however, is when the public states that the county has not listened to their concerns. “…I think we’ve done an admiral job of listening to all of the issues that have

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Lanark County warden Bill Dobson come up,” Dobson said. “It doesn’t matter what issue it is, I have full admiration for this council and our staff in how we listen to people, but when we’re told that we’re not listening when someone doesn’t get their way 100 per cent, I get my back up.” He cautioned that once a decision is made, all of council needs to move forward as a unified body. “…When we make a decision around this table, then to me, whether it’s in your favour or not or whether you voted for it or not, it’s a decision made by council,” Dobson noted. “We act as a team as far as I’m concerned.” Those decisions can be “undermined” in many ways, Dobson said, including through writing letters and petitions, “but after we’ve made a decision…we move forward.” And if a matter is of a contentious nature, he re-

“We can do that in many ways – by talking, by standing, by bringing placards, by discussing things with council in the middle of a meeting,” he stated. “We can do all those things, but under the rules of order under our own procedural bylaw, we’re

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Stay safe this Victoria Day weekend

he Victoria Day weekend is traditionally a time for opening up the family cottage for the season and getting out and enjoying the milder weather. And that means more traffic on the roads. Included in that traffic are off-road vehicles and motorcycles. Due to the rising number of fatalities throughout the province, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are asking the public to be mindful when operating off-road vehicles (ORV) and motorcycles.

May 16 to 22, 2017 will mark Canada Road Safety Week, a national campaign aimed at making Canada’s roads the safest in the world. This campaign is a police initiative designed to remind people that an essential part of the enforcement component is to save lives and reduce injuries on our roadways. Educating the public about safe driving practices is a priority. The focus will be on behaviours that put drivers, passengers, pedestrians and other vulnerable road users most at risk. These are impaired driving; either by alcohol and/or drugs, occupant restraint use, and all aspects

related to aggressive and distracted driving. All enforcement agencies across the country have been invited to participate. Police agencies across the country are collaborating on this initiative and asking you to choose safe behaviours while travelling on our roadways, whether you are driving or a passenger. It is incumbent upon the police and the public to work together to ensure that Canada’s roadways are the safest in the world. In support of Canada Road Safety Week, the Smiths Falls Police Service will be engaged in a number of high visibility traffic enforcement initiatives throughout the week to curb these high risk driving behaviours. Canada Road Safety Week is sponsored by the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP) and Transport Canada and is part of Canada’s Road Safety Strategy 2025, which has a goal of making Canada’s roads the safest in the world by 2025. “Dedicated to improving public safety on our roadways.”

Twenty-fourth of May held many the mystery for young Mary

y sister Audrey was in an unusual talking mood that Saturday morning. There would be no visiting with her friend Iva. Aunt Bertha, Iva’s mother, was into the spring housecleaning, and every hand was needed. We were sitting in the grape arbour, yet to sprout its leaves, swinging in the two-seater, and I thought it was a good time to ask Audrey something that had been on my mind since the nicer weather came around. There was something unusual to me about the date, the 24th of May. It seemed to me, that was almost a magical day, because so much depended on it. My thinking about it started the Sunday before when we

were scarcely into the beginning of the month, and I came downstairs ready for church, and wearing my new white gloves. Mother had bought them at the five and dime store for 19 cents a pair, which to me was a princely price to pay, but I had outgrown the hand-medown ones Audrey had worn before me. As soon as mother saw them on me, she said I would have to take them off, because you couldn’t wear white gloves until after the 24th of May. That was news to me, but when I asked mother why, she said ‘just because,’ which was supposed to satisfy me, but didn’t. And even though it was as hot as blazes out, mother came

meant an early summer, and he was right, because even though it was May, it was as hot as blazes, and mother was already pulling the blinds

out of the bedroom in her felt hat with the cluster of cherries on the crown. I thought it was high time she put on the straw hat with the satin ribbon on it that Aunt Lilly had brought her from Ottawa, but according to my sister Audrey, you just couldn’t wear a summer hat until after the 24th of May. Well, there it was again, that 24th of May business. Father said an early spring

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down in the house after break- too. Of course, my three brothfast, and keeping everything ers were dying to have a dip locked up tight during the after school, and on Saturdays day. And that meant the BonSee MARY page 11 nechere River was warmed up

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Medical officer clarifies approach to wild parsnip These options are taken from the document “Wild Parsnip Best Management Practice in Ontario” which also includes chemical control (herbicide) as another option to manage significant amounts of wild parsnip. The link to this reference document is also provided on the health unit website – www.healthunit.org.

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In follow-up to the letter by Peggy Land, which appeared in the May 11 issue of this paper, I would like to clarify the website information that the Leeds, Grenville, Lanark District Health Unit offers on how to control wild parsnip. For people managing small amounts of wild parsnip on personal property, the health unit Dr. Paula Stewart, Medical Officer of Health website outlines digging, pulling and mowing. Leeds, Grenville, Lanark District Health Unit

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Wally’s Classic returned to the Neelin Street Community Centre in Carleton Place on Saturday, May 13. The fourth local strongman competition, presented by Wally Thorbjornsson and sanctioned by the Canadian Alliance of Amateur Strength Athletes, saw a number of events thrill attendees of all ages, including the log lift, above.

Lanark County outlines no-spray options for noxious weeds Lanark County Public Works has developed “nospray” options related to control of noxious and invasive plant control and urges interested residents to review the options and submit any requests by May 18. To help meet its legislative requirements under the Weed Control Act to control noxious weeds such as wild parsnip, the county has adopted a new Vegetation Management Plan that uses various methods to control invasive species and takes a long-term, multifaceted and holistic approach. Part of this has included selective broadleaf weed herbicide spraying. Most of this year’s contract is targeted spot spraying and it is set to take place between May 23 and June 30, weather permitting. Spraying occurs on county road allowances from the edge of the gravel shoulder to the property limit and is conducted by fully licensed contractors. Areas not sprayed include roadside ditches maintained by property owners, a 10-metre buffer from freshwater habitats, and as per label restrictions. Sprayers are turned off at mailboxes or whenever a pedestrian is nearby.

“We want to work with landowners to come up with solutions to control wild parsnip and other noxious weeds,” says Terry McCann, public works director. “It’s important to have full participation to control the invasive plants so the integrity of the Vegetation Management Program does not collapse.” Consequently, there are options for landowners who do not want spraying within the county road allowance adjacent to their lands. The county has enhanced its Adopt-a-Road litter-pick-up program to include certain invasive plant and noxious weed management activities. The program requires groups of at least three individuals to enter into an agreement with the county to adopt a section of road, usually two kilometres, for two years. It has been extended to include spotting and reporting invasive plants and noxious weeds, and can include hand pulling/spading of those plants, conducting accelerated mowing and landscape planting. No spraying would occur in adopted sections. A second option for landowners seeking a renewable year-to-year solution is to enter into a No-Spray Agreement

with the county indicating they will take alternative vegetation control actions to control noxious weeds within the road allowance adjacent to their lands. The county would not spray that zone as part of the agreement. Landscape planting may also be included, depending on available budgets. If there are extenuating circumstances preventing an individual from taking alternative vegetation control actions, requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All requests for no spraying should be submitted to the public works department by Thursday, May 18. Any received after this date will only be accommodated if possible, taking the contractor’s schedule and spray work already completed into account. No-spray requests are not guaranteed until a review process is completed and approval is granted by the director. Information about the spraying program, including locations to be sprayed, Adopta-Road and no-spray options with related forms/agreements can be found at http://lanarkcounty.ca/Page1875.aspx or call 613-267-1353. Submitted by Lanark County

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The Jock River Paddle, presented by Beckwith Township, made its return on Saturday, May 13. Now in its second year, the event is a super, awesome way to discover the municipality. Below, Carleton Place couple Dena Comley, owner of the Granary, and John McIntyre finish the 6.5km course. Bottom, Carleton Place deputy mayor Jerry Flynn (front) and local businessowner Brad Occomore (Valley Tile & Granite) also participated in the event.

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Almonte author self-publishes new children's book about acceptance by tiffany lepack

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after chores. But mother said there would be no swimming in the Bonnechere until after the 24th of May! And it didn’t matter how hot it got! Well, this was all very confusing to me. The payoff came when mother’s little wood boxes of flowers had sprouted and to me, looked like they were ready to blossom, and I was sure she would be out planting them in the beds father had gotten ready. Well, there it was again: there would be no planting of flowers until after the 24th of May! And so that Saturday sitting in the swing with my sister Audrey, I asked her again, what was so special about the 24th of May, when, it seemed to me, the entire world revolved around that day. Audrey pursed her lips and went deep into thought. She said she was pretty sure it had to do with the old woman in Renfrew who told fortunes. She said she thought she had put a curse on the day. I asked her what a curse had to do with wear-

little kids who feel so different I want them to know they have a special gift. They are all special and have something to contribute to this world, there is more than one way to be.” On April 24, she read her book to all of the students at Our Lady of Fatima in Renfrew and explained how a small-town girl from Renfrew went on to publish a book. Freemark is a retired dental hygienist who has always Tiffany Lepack/Metroland enjoyed writing including a blog for adults on love and Michelle Freemark, born and raised in Renfrew and tolerance. now residing in Almonte, recently published her first She was born in raised in children’s book Emerald’s Big Discovery. Renfrew but now calls Almonte home. The idea for her book came to her two years while lying in bed. She says the beginning, middle and end just showed up. When she explained what happened people encouraged her to write it down. She next searched the Internet looking for ‘How do you publish a book?’ “I started looking for children’s publishers. I sent out more than a dozen emails and no one answered me,” said Freemark. While at a craft fair in Almonte she met Sam Hamilton who recently published a

book. The two started chatting on the process and Hamilton suggested she self-publish it. So that’s what she decided to do and she discovered every book in Canada needs an ISBN # on the back of every book. “It was a lot of trial and error,” said Freemark. “It was a challenging experience but it was fun.” She started working on the book in June 2015 and it was finished in December 2016. In early December Dandelions Foods in Almonte had a launch party for her. “That was really exciting and surreal,” said Freemark. “The whole thing has felt like it had nothing to do with me. I felt I was given this story and it

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Commonwealth War Graves Commision: Discovering Canada’s forgotten war dead The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) does an incredible job of maintaining cemeteries and memorials to the missing which can be found in most countries around the world. Based in Maidenhead, Berkshire, England west of London the commission is responsible for marking and maintaining the graves of those members of the Commonwealth forces who died during two world wars. The organization has also built and it maintains memorials to the dead from the First and Second World Wars whose graves are unknown. The CWGC provides records and registers of 1.7 million military burials and commemorations worldwide. In fact if it wasn’t for the perpetual work of CWGC the sacrifice made by so many men and women during the world wars, including tens of thousands of Canadians, would be largely forgotten. Because of the logistics and costs involved the remains of Commonwealth soldiers, sailors, airmen and military support personnel were seldom repatriated to their home countries. Instead they are interred in the CWGC cemetery nearest to where they fell. In most cases those cemeteries are located thousands of kilometres from their homes. My wife and I have been fortunate enough to visit many war cemeteries in continental Europe and the United Kingdom. The standard of care provided at the sites is impeccable. The memorials to the missing are equally impressive. As a writer I’ve had the privilege of meeting and interviewing staff at the commission’s North American headquarters in Ottawa. Staff from CWGC also took me on a private tour of the numerous burial sites at Beechwood Cemetery in Ottawa’s east end. I’m not referring to the National Military Cemetery of the Canadian Forces which is also located at Beechwood. I’m thinking of the Commonwealth war graves in various other locations in the sprawling cem-

etery. It’s a little known fact, but more than 20,000 Commonwealth war dead are interred in more than 3,300 cemeteries (some are private sites) across Canada and the United States. They are mainly service people who were killed in accidents or who died of illness during their military tenure. Some died in crashes as they were learning to fly during the British Commonwealth Air Training Program in the Second World War. Others died of complications from war wounds after returning home following the world wars. For example, men who had been gassed during the terrible trench warfare of the First World War. Still others died of natural causes, including illness, while serving in Commonwealth armies. Anyone who died during the prescribed periods (Aug. 4, 1914 to Aug. 31, 1921 and Sept. 3, 1939 to Dec. 31, 1947) is entitled to a CWGC marker which is maintained perpetually by the organization. Representatives of the commission visit each grave at least once every five years to ensure the stones and grave sites are in good condition. War victim’s graves are sometimes located in public cemeteries, in church yards or even in family plots depending on individual circumstances. Tracing lost graves During the lead-up to the Vimy Ridge centennial last month I read a National Post story about a couple in England who are spending their retirement tracing and locating thousands of Canadian graves across the U.K. Over the course of nine years they have visited more than 860 graveyards in 89 counties. Their objective is to visit, document and create a detailed memorial for nearly 4,000 Canadian servicemen and women who died, not on the battlefields of Europe, but in Britain during the First World War. Among them were Canadians wounded during the Battle of Vimy Ridge who later died in hospitals in England.

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358 BATHURST LINE E LANARK HIGHLANDS MLS# 1058393 - $209,900 3+1 BD, 2 BATH – 1 ½ STOREY Call Sheri D’Aoust 613-812-9344

775 UPPER SCOTCH LINE ROAD MLS# 1053873 - $729,000 3 BD, 3 BTH – 2 STOREY HOME

3 GLENVIEW CRESCENT PERTH MLS# 1045380 - $254,900 3 BD, 2 BTH BUNGALOW

144 POWELL STREET, FRANKTOWN MLS# 1053225 - $289,900 3 BD, 2 BTH SPLIT LEVEL HOME

929 DRUMMOND CON 1 MLS# 1053204 - $499,900 3+2 BD, 4 BTH -2013 BUNGALOW

5693 McDONALDS CRN ROAD MLS# 1054706 - $139,900 2 BD, 1 BTH FAMILY HOME

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84 SHERBROOKE ST. EAST PERTH MLS# 1052122 - $169,900 2 BD, 1 BTH BUNGALOW

19B HAGGART STREET PERTH MLS# 1045411 - $359,900 IMMACULATE 3 BD, 3 BTH ENERGY EFFICIENT BUNGALOW

MABERLY MLS# 1058947 - $129,000 75 ACRES WITH 3600FT ON THE FALL RIVER Call Paul Gordon: 613-380-2281

1878 FERGUSON FALLS RD. MLS# 1043291 - $279,900 3 BD, 3 BTH 2 STOREY BRICK

681 BEAVER DAM LN OTTY LK MLS# 1045119 - $824,900 SAT MAY 20, 1-2PM 3 BD, 3 BTH BUNGALOW Host: Jennifer Glazier 613-812-8114

5660 McDONALD’S CRN MLS# 1038318 - $179,900 3 BD, 2 BTH 2 STOREY

88 BECKWITH ST. E PERTH MLS# 1039355 - $199,900 RENO’D 1 BD, 1 BTH BUNGALOW

116 McVEIGH-MORRIS DRIVE MLS# 1049469 - $239,900 2 BD, 1 BTH W/F COTTAGE/MOB

97 SHERBROOKE ST. E PERTH MLS# 1048161 - $219,500 2 BD, 1 BTH BUNGALOW

36 DRUMMOND ST. W PERTH MLS# 1032918 - $539,000 3 BD + DEN/OFFICE- 2 STOREY 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE

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38 OGDEN AVE SMITHS FALLS MLS# 1059036 - $199,900 3 BD, 1 BTH – 2 STOREY CLOSE TO RINK & HOSPITAL Call Jennifer Glazier 613-812-8114

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THE MEADOWS OF PERTH 144 SHEPPARD AVE SUN MAY 21ST 1:00-3:00PM MLS# 1029419 - $419,000 3 BD, 2 BTH BUNGALOW/GAR Host: Sheila Birch 613-390-1604

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163 STAMFORD DRIVE PERTH SUN MAY 21ST 2:00PM-3:30PM MLS# 1057161 - $329,000 3 BD, 1 BTH SIDE SPLIT COUNTRY SETTING Host: Jean Sharpe 613-464-0008

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PIKE LAKE ROUTE 16 MLS# 1048968 - $249,000 121 ACRES W/2 PARCELS

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SuNdAY MAY 21 11AM-12pM 316 County rD 16 MLS: 1047737 $207,900

SuNdAY MAY 21 1-2pM 601 townLine rD MLS: 1012957 $227,500

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385 WOOD ROAD, MONTAGUE TWP CELEBRATE SPRING IN THIS AFFORDABLE, ADORABLE SIDE SPLIT! Imagine owning a single, detached Country Home, nestled on 1.5 Acres, FOR LESS THAN A TOWNHOUSE. You will love the natural sunlight, fresh decor and exciting design of this 3BDR. This stylish home is accentuated by a charming front Veranda. Whether your tastes are “shabby chic” or “uptown country” this expansive Foyer, 18’4” x 10’5” LVG boasting grilled windows open house & sep stereo storage is sure to please. Stunning DNR w/newly installed patio door, cozy SUNRM overlooking an uninterrupted MONDAY MAY 22ND 1-3PM skyline, entertaining sized L-Shaped LL FAMRM w/potlights, easy care Laminate flooring thruout showcases this home. Propane heating, Septic & Well installed/2012. Immediate possession, who could want for more?! MLS#1057639

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$239,900

19 JOHN STREET UNIT #303, PERTH TAY TERRACES IS A SECRET HIDEAWAY NESTLED ON THE BANKS OF THE MEANDERING TAY RIVER. Those searching for a million dollar view will fall in love w/this one of a kind setting. This uptown condo offers the many joys of carefree living; security, elevators & yr round maintenance, water, ins. ($430 Condo fees). Sunbathe or read your favourite prose while relaxing by the still waters. A captivating newly remodeled entrance invites you to this glammy 1 Bdr, 1Bth unit boasting a sunlit, open concept Lvg Area, elegant, wide laminate flooring thruout, crisp, white Kit (appliances incl.), and an adjacent, one-of-a-kind, romantic Dinette/Den is sure to steal your heart. Decadent Mbr boasts sought after Walk-in Closet w/custom Built-ins. Walking distance to golf course, exciting downtown Heritage Perth & Stewart Park. Does life get any better? MLS#1056255

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79 Henry St., MLS: 1036466 $133,500

170 BriStow Dr MLS: 1051387 $337,500

$209,900

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This two story brick charmer is nicely maintained and is a wonderful option for a single person or couple. New flooring on the main level with updated kitchen and a bright sun filled living room. The main floor laundry and the 2nd floor bathroom have glass block windows which add character to the home and provides filtered light. Large master bedroom has a window box for storage and gives the opportunity to curl up with a good book. This home is only one block from the Rideau Canal, park and walking trails. Call Cathie for a showing! Cathie McCabe 613-284-6263 cathie-mccabe@coldwellbanker.ca

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BurgessWood Waterfront Community

$279,000 200 feet of beautiful clean rocky shoreline on the south shore of desirable Christie Lake only 15 minutes to Perth. Rarely does such a gorgeous waterfront building lot become available. Just over 3 private acres and conveniently located on the township maintained road. Gently winding driveway into a perfect building spot for walkout lower level home with stunning views and sunsets. Somewhat steep closer to the water. Steps could easily be engineered for ease to access your dock for great swimming, boating and fishing. Christie Lake is a wonderful clean lake with loads of islands and also has an active Lake Association. Call Barbara Shepherd 613-3326-1361 barbara-shepherd@coldwellbanker.ca

$464,000 Only 10 mins. to Perth. Residents enjoy 200 acres of trails, and 4000 ft. of waterfront on Otty Lake. Private 2.5 acre lot – unique 3 bedroom+ home – open concept, spectacular 20 ft. cathedral ceiling in the living/great room area with cozy gas fireplace. Cream kitchen with breakfast bar, pantry, main floor laundry. Bonus! – new furnace and AC. Just move in! Call Barbara Shepherd 613-326-1361 barbara-shepherd@coldwellbanker.ca

1722 DRummonD 4C.

$289,000 267 Bay Rd BIG RED SOLD Beautifully renovated! Just over an acre of property for privacy. This 3 bdrm bungalow sits on a hill framed with lovely maple trees. New kitchen with granite counters, new doors, newer windows, new flooring throughout, freshly painted and a new family bathroom. Basement allow plenty of room for the family to spread out, play a game of pool or relax and watch a movie. Large back deck for summer activities.

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Cathie McCabe 613-284-6263 cathie-mccabe@coldwellbanker.ca

$169,900 3 bedroom bungalow just east of Perth with easy access to Hwy 7 on a quiet country road – great location for commuters . Private 1 acre lot with no rear neighbours. Great starter or retirement home with easy care vinyl siding, plus brand new carpet. Open concept 17 ft. kitchen/dining with oak kitchen cabinets plus island for extra storage and prep space. Partially finished lower level with woodstove. MLS# 1054834

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Barbara Shepherd 613-326-1361 or Paul Martin 613-812-1097

Condo 105-22 Welland st $189,900 Ground floor two bedroom unit in the Tweedsmuir condominium building. Walk out from your patio doors to the front grounds. Nice, bright unit with ceramic and engineered hardwood floors no carpeting. Personal parking space and six appliances included with unit. Lovely multi-purpose common room with its own kitchen and bathroom. Great location close to shopping. Controlled access and intercom system. Condo fees are currently $290 per month and includes heat and water. Hydro approximately $125-140 per month. Paul Martin 613-264-0123

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Cathie McCabe* 613-284-6263

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Great location for this very bright spacious bungalow. 2+ bedrooms, 3 baths, nice kitchen

Lovely well maintained 4 bedroom 2.5 bath Hi-Ranch. Great location! Many upgrades

for any chef, screened porch to enjoy those summer evenings and more.

over last few years. Roof, furnace, A/C, HWT + more!

$309,900.00 • MLS#1057293 • ROBin FERRiLL

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261 CARLBECK DRiVE

Great value in this very popular development just minutes to Carleton Place, three beds, 2 baths, walk-out lower level, hardwood floors, inside entry from garage, ensuite and walk-in closet.

$419,900.00 • MLS#1041119 • JEFF WiLSOn

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$284,900.00 • MLS#1057933 • ROBin FERRiLL

49 nAPOLEOn STREET

2228 TEnTH COnCESSiOn

Owned & enjoyed by the same family since 1949. This four bedroom home sits on a

Fully finished on both levels, walk-out basement, 3+ bedroom home that is close to town

fully serviced 60.75 x 107’ town lot. Includes fridge, stove, washer & dryer.

with the convenience of natural gas. Bright and spacious, this home always shows well.

$159,900.00 • MLS#1057167 • JOHn COBURn

$299,900.00 • MLS#1046835 • JEFF WiLSOn

3 bedroom ranch style home with open concept main floor, attached double garage with lower level entry, central air, detached garage with separate entry off road. Minutes to Almonte, on an acre.

$379,900.00 • MLS#1054517 • ROBin FERRiLL

$319,900.00 • MLS#1055915 • JASOn COLEMAn

Walter Renwick

Robin J. Ferrill

John Coburn

Broker/Owner

Broker of Record

Broker

389 CLAyTOn ROAD

4210 WOLFGROVE ROAD

Renovated “Middleville Store”. Charming with character + modern conveniences. Hardwood, tile, open concept. Fenced yard, in-law suite. Attached garage! Huge lot. A MUST SEE!!

$70,000.00 • MLS#1058276 • RHOnDA BRUnKE AL TUR nA GAS

$385,000.00 • MLS#1055937 • JEFF WiLSOn

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00 STOnES LAKE ROAD

Pride of ownership throughout this 3 bedroom 1.5 bath semi 2 storey. Close to Bayshore, 139’ of waterfront on beautiful Stones Lake. Excellent location for your year-round home or seasonal cottage. Close to Calabogie Ski and Golf sites. About 1 hour from Ottawa. Ikea + public transit.

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3050 DUMAURiER AVEnUE, OTTAWA

$449,900.00 • MLS#1058089 • CAROLyn REnWiCK iCE

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1971 GALBRAiTH ROAD

00 DOWn STREET

Nicely kept bungalow on 10 acres. Finished lower level, shop, 6 appliances & much more.

Building lot in Carleton Place.

SOLD LAST WEEK. CALL JOHn COBURn TODAy!

$289,900.00 • MLS#1053321 • JOHn COBURn

Jeff Wilson

Rhonda Brunke

Sales Representative

Jason Coleman

Marly Burke

Karen Duncan

Sales Representative

Broker

Sales Representative

Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 17 - Thursday, May 18, 2017

$79,900.00 • MLS#1052800 • JOHn COBURn

Carolyn Renwick Sales Representative

Gillian Kinson Sales Representative

Open HOuse Weekend Bill Bagg was a real character 11:00am – 1:00pm 106 Sheppard Avenue Perth 161 Sheppard Avenue Perth

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saTurday May 20 10:00am-11:00am 6 Otterdale Cres 10:00am-12:00pm 261 Jig Street 11:00am – 12:00noon 22 Mather Street 11:00am – 1:00pm 161 Sheppard Avenue 11:00am – 3:00pm 106 Sheppard Avenue 681 Beaver Dam Lane 11:30am-1:00pm 46 Aberdeen Ave 12:00pm-2:00pm 161 Kincardine 1:00pm-2:00pm 168 Main St 74 Jasper Ave 1:00pm – 3:00pm 161 Sheppard Avenue

Smiths Falls

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Smiths Falls

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Kanata

Gerry Seguin 613-852-4313

Eastons Corners Jennifer Aunger-Ritchie 613-285-5602 Smiths Falls Cathie McCabe 613-284-6263 Perth

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sunday May 21 Smiths Falls Rural Evelyn Lee 613-284-7277 Perth

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Carleton Place

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Carleton Place

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Perth

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Jean Sharpe 613-464-0008

Monday May 22 1:00pm-3:00pm 365 Wood Rd

Montague Twp

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each other at first. Then he laughed and apologized and we went on from there. Well, the years passed. The council battles raged on (as they still do) and Bill always had "something" to say about that or anything else for that matter. Bill always had an opinion and he'd let you know about it. He saw the world and all things in it in his own unique way. You might not always have agreed with him but you had to respect his convictions. Yes it's true, Bill talked to angels, he talked to God, he would talk to you and he took the time to talk with me. He once gave me a radio, always gave me a laugh, got under my skin at times and often caused me to wonder. The kind of person who always looked forward to tomorrow, cared about people and things, was curious about what was going to happen next and provided the community of Carleton Place a rich unique individual who indeed shared with it his soul.

OPP reminding drivers to be alert in construction zones The Ontario Provincial Police and the Ministry of Transportation are reminding motorists that construction season is here and that drivers need to be extra cautious. The MTO are reporting in excess of 200 construction projects underway around the province. These projects consist of highway expansions, bridge replacements and road maintenance which may result in road closures, reduced lanes, lane realignments and reduced speed limits. Drivers should be prepared for possible delays in these areas and plan accordingly. Drivers should remain vigilant at all times, particularly in construction zones where inattention behind the wheel can lead to tragic consequences. The OPP will be closely monitoring traffic

in these areas and actively enforcing the Highway Traffic Act (HTA). Drivers are reminded that speeding fines are doubled in construction zones where workers are present and that loss of driver's licence and vehicle seizure provisions apply for the offence of speeding. If you are travelling throughout Ontario, updated information on roads and construction projects can be obtained by calling 511, or by following the MTO on Twitter @511Ontario. These construction projects are for the benefit of all road users. Please do your part by driving safely so that every road construction worker makes it home every night. Submitted by the OPP

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Bill Bagg was a true character, for sure. No doubt about it. Everyone around Carleton Place knew it too because all one had to do is be anywhere near him and instantly you knew. "This man is something else!” you would think to yourself and you would be right. And I say all this in a deep loving complimentary way because whatever Bill was, he was truly authentic about it. He was who he presented himself to be and never pretended to be anything other then that. Simply put, he "possessed the power to be himself" and that is a rare quality to encounter in a person these days. Most people would think that I likely met Bill in Carleton Place through politics, socially, the media, etc., but he was actually my supervisor well before when I delivered the old Ottawa Journal newspaper along Mitch Owens Drive in Ottawa South back in the '70s. In those days a lot of apartment buildings were being constructed further in the city and many carriers were winning prizes for increasing their subscriptions, but I couldn't match them. So what does Bill do? He personally paid for an amount of new subscriptions and carried these for over three months and that allowed me to win a nice medium-sized transistor radio. (I had that radio for more than 20 years.) In 1982 I ran into him again at the former Tannery restaurant where I was performing and where he was heckling me. We didn't recognize

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to warn the public that the emergency / grandparent scam has surfaced in the area again. On April 27, police received a fraud complaint after a local resident sent over $7,000 to Gambia in West Africa after receiving an emergency email from someone posing as a friend requesting financial help. In these cases, the victim typically receives a frantic phone call or an emergency email from someone claiming to be a grandchild, friend or loved one. The scammer will explain they are involved in some sort of legal trouble, have been injured or are having trouble returning from a foreign country and need money right away. With the emergency/grandparent scam the scammer attempts to create a sense of urgency

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which may cause the victim to not verify the story. The scammer will often insist that the victim not tell anyone and to transfer the money that has been requested through a money transfer company. Also, many scammers want to trick you into providing your banking and personal information. In fact, the criminals will fraudulently use your personal information to steal your money. If a scam artist contacts you or if you have been defrauded, contact your local police service and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC). You can file a report with the CAFC by calling 1-888-495-8501 (Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST) or by using their online reporting tool at www.antifraudcentre.ca. Submitted by the OPP

Spring and tick season have arrived, warns Lanark Animal Welfare Society Ticks are common parasites that can be found anywhere, from the deep woods to urban parks. While feeding on infected animals, ticks become carriers of various diseases, and can infect the next animal they bite — which could be your dog or cat. Ticks can often be found on blades of grass, in leaf litter or in shrubs. They will wait in vegetation for a pet to brush past, so they can catch a ride by latching onto the animal’s fur. The tick will then make its way through the fur to find a suitable place to feast. Ticks may be found anywhere on a pet’s body, so be sure to check for signs of bites often (daily is best). Common places where ticks may be missed by pet owners include between the toes or around the ears and armpits. While dogs are more often affected by ticks, cats can also pick up these freeloaders. Check your pet often and thoroughly, carefully removing any tick you discover. If you see more than an occasional tick, talk to your vet about available tick prevention options. The Welcome to Spring Showcase was held at the Civitan Centre in Perth on May 7. The weather that day was awful, and the whole region was in the midst of flood watches and warnings. So many thanks to Verondra Brydges and her team, to all the vendors and

This Week’s Pets to all the participants for braving the elements and raising $100 for LAWS. The Summer Showcase will take place on July 16 in Merrickville — mark your calendars. Thanks also go out to everyone who has responded to our wish list — the bleach situation is much improved. The response of the community to our requests for supplies is very encouraging. A special thank you goes to the donor of three end-roll bolts of polar fleece. Altogether, there was about 145 feet of 60-inch-wide fabric in three lovely colours. After about five hours with a good pair of scissors, we now have nearly 100 bedding pieces, each of which will provide softness and comfort for a cat in a steel cage while it waits for its forever home.

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Featured pets Meet Beau, a nine-year-old Shih Tzu mix. Beau is very loving, laidback, and just wants to be with you all the time. Potty trained, crate trained, loves walks and likes playing with toys. Beau would be best suited in an only dog household, as he is unsure of other dogs inside, but Beau can be social and play with dogs outside in a play area. Beau doesn't care too much for cats and we do not know how he would be around children. We are currently working on boundaries and limitations in his training, which is going very well and should be continued. Beau is currently in foster care — please call the shelter to arrange an appointment at 613-283-9308.

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Billy Wish list Bleach, postage stamps, Friskies pâté cat food. Thank you for your continued support. Follow us if you like at www. facebook.com/lanarkanimals and/or check out our website at lanarkanimals.com. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the shelter at shelter@lanarkanimals.com or by calling 613-283-9308. LAWS is located at 253 Glenview Rd., Smiths Falls.

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The Blues on the Rideau dinner and dance series ended the season on May 13 at the Cove Inn, Westport with the Terry Gillispie Band. The BOTR series ended for the season, and will get rolling again in the fall.

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Blues on the Rideau ends season with a bang The Blues On The Rideau Dinner and Show Fundraiser Series at The Cove Inn in Westport ended the season in style with Vankleek Hill’s own Terry Gillespie and his band delivering a great show Saturday, May 13. Terry was on vocals, guitar and harmonica, Andrew Cowan on guitar, Chris Breitner on bass and Wayne Stoute on drums. Blues, Soul, Funk, Reggae — we got it all including lots of songs from his brand new CD “Home Boy”. Cove Manager Seamus Cowan joined them on stage to play some bass for a few songs in the last set as did surprise BOTR regular Jeffrey McKay on harmonica. This was one of the first stops on Terry's new “Home Boy” CD launch tour. They head off to the GTA for more shows this week so Toronto Blues fans take note, get out and see these guys when they’re in your neck of the woods. Truly one of the most unique blues artists on the scene today, they will put you “in the groove” — guaranteed! (Upcoming dates and venues are on Terry’s website, terrygillespie.ca. The Cove served up another fabulous buffet dinner featuring roast beef brisket, Cajun catfish and butter chicken with all the usual excellent veggies, salads and dessert, and $330 was raised for 4-H Ontario, Leeds Chapter bringing this year’s donation total to just under $4,000. Almost $64,000 has now been raised for local Westport charities since the BOTR at The Cove Series started 12 years ago. Lots of great door prizes were given out as always. Several CDs (including two copies of “Home Boy”), Kingston Blues Society and Ottawa Blues Society memberships, Jacob’s Creek Wine, The Cove Inn and Choose The Blues Tshirts and more. Since it was the last show of the season we also had the big end-of-season prize draw. Two Comment Cards were pulled from all of the cards submitted over the year, and the winners are: first prize was a two night getaway (bed &amp; breakfast) at The Cove — Gordon Flagler, Orangeville/Gananoque. He was there that night to receive the prize; second prize was dinner and show or two at one of next season’s BOTR shows — MaryAnn Schryer from Ottawa (she attended Godboogie's show in April. Congratulations to both. Here’s what some of the attendees had to say about Friday’s show on their comment cards: “Great service. Fabulous music. Marvellous

sound” — Ed Stephen, Brockville (has attended many BOTR nights in the past); “A fabulous place for a nice dinner on the Rideau. Great people and exceptional music. The perfect spot for a Getaway Weekend” — Suzanne Charest, Ottawa (first time attending a BOTR night); “We always look forward to our nights at BOTR at The Cove. They never disappoint! Thank you. 10 out of 10 for everything — venue, food, service, sound and band — Ellie Lambert, Kingston (has attended five previous BOTR nights); and, “I’ve been to The Cove many times and it’s always filled with great people, great music and lots of good times. The family atmosphere here is fun and enjoyable” — Cathy Hay, Perth (has attended two previous BOTR nights). A big end of season thank you goes out to our sponsors for their help and support with this year’s series. We couldn’t do it without them — Jacob's Creek Wines, Perth Brewery, DAWG FM Ottawa, LAKE 88 Perth, Ottawa Blues Society and Kingston Blues Society. Also the local and regional media especially The Westport Review-Mirror, Metroland Media's Smiths Falls Record News and The Perth Courier, The Humm, Explore Westport, Village of Westport Chamber of Commerce, DAWG FM Ottawa, LAKE 88 Perth and CBC Ottawa All In A Day. And kudos to Rob Bailey and Geoff Chown from Kingston for their excellent job on the sound this season. BOTR at The Cove takes a break over the summer but returns Sept. 22 with the first show of the 2017/18 Season — our 13th year! It’s another fabulous lineup — bands and dates will be announced shortly. While BOTR at The Cove has ended another great season the new Blues at the Farm dinner and show fundraiser series at The Winchelsea near Winchester still has two more fabulous shows this Spring — two-time Juno Award winner Jack de Keyzer and his band from Toronto on May 26 and Mike Goudreau & The Boppin’ Blues Band coming in from Quebec’s Eastern Townships on June 23. Dinner and Show is only $65 (plus HST). Proceeds go to support different local charities. More info at www.BluesAtTheFarm.ca Advance Reservations required. Call or email The Winchelsea 613-808-9258 events@thewinchelsea.com.

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Be careful what you wish for when joining The Circle MOVIE: The Circle S TA R R I N G : Emma Watson, Tom Hanks, Karen Gillan, Eller Coltrane, John Boyega, Bill Paxton, Glenne Headly and Patton Oswalt DIRECTOR: James Ponsoldt RATING: PG I love a good psychological thriller, especially when they take an unexpected turn. In some ways 'The Circle' is a psychological thriller of the highest order, and it takes a twist I never saw coming. The Circle is a high tech company like Facebook or Google. Only it's even more pervasive, more insidious if you can imagine that. Led by Eamon Bailey (Tom Hanks) and Tom Stenton (Patton Oswalt), The Circle connects almost everyone and everything, though they have plans to go farther. They've just invented a new miniature camera that broadcasts in real time, records more metrics than one can imagine, and can be put anywhere. Soon no one will be able to do anything anywhere without The Circle knowing. In the middle of all this is Mae (Emma Watson). Her friend Annie (Karen Gillian) helped get her the interview which led to an entry-level position in customer service. Mae soon learns that The Circle isn't like other companies. The Circle is one part internet giant, one part commune, and one part cult. It's overwhelming, but Mae soon starts to fit right in. Then Mae goes even further. She agrees to go completely transparent which means every facet of her life will be broadcast in real time. She'll have no secrets. She'll have no lies. Mae believes this will allow people to be their best selves.

She gets millions of followers, but there are consequences that neither Mae nor Bailey can conceive. When I say 'The Circle' is a MARK HASKINS psychological thriller of the highest order what I mean is it exists almost solely in the realm of the mind. Just when you think, now people are going to start disappearing, they don't. Instead it's one mental twist after another. Those twists are often subtle, but they accumulate and over time really add up. The cast has some interesting faces whose characters give glimpses into the possible paths the story might go. Karen Gillian brilliantly takes her character from confident executive to mental breakdown. You have Patton Oswalt as your typical evil face of the corporation, and Eller Coltrane is the other extreme playing the outsider. John Boyega plays the reclusive and disillusioned inventor, and you have the late Bill Paxton and Glenne Headly as Mae's parents who don't understand this strange world. One of the things I love is seeing Tom Hanks play a villain. I'm not sure that's ever happened before. 'The Circle' is worth seeing just for that. Then there's our hero Mae played perfectly by Emma Watson. It's an intimate portrayal that leads us through Mae's needs, wants and insecurities. Her performance inexorably takes us to the logical conclusion without ever giving away what that conclusion is. I found 'The Circle' fascinating. Part of that is how The Circle becomes a character. This place, this thing is both strangely appealing and incredibly creepy. It is brilliant. Mark Haskins’ column is a regular feature.

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Indigenous rights marchers share personal stories with students And miles to go before they sleep. And miles to go before they sleep. And even then, the journey is still not over. The Pilgrimage for Indigenous Rights, marching from the Kitchener-Waterloo Region on its way to Parliament Hill, stopped in for a series of presentations to local high school students on Monday, May 8, at Perth and District Collegiate Institute in the morning, and to St. John Catholic High School that afternoon. The talks featured both the oldest and youngest walkers on the trek – 87-year-old Henry Neufeld, and 11-year-old Abby Heinrichs. “Why would this guy of 87 years old get on this walk of 600 kms?” asked Neufeld during his afternoon speech. His children had been concerned for their father’s well-being, but had been re-assured that there was a van for him to recuperate in. Some days he needs it more than others – just the day before, he had walked for fourand-a-half hours. But it is more than physical endurance that keeps him going. “I walk because I’ve been involved in the aboriginal community for 65 years,” the former teacher said. He found himself drawn to teaching suddenly, never having dreamed of becoming a teacher – let alone thought he would become involved in indigenous issues. He graduated from high school in June of 1952, got married a month later, and by that August, he and his newlywed wife found themselves in northern Manitoba. She was a teacher – he

was a “permit” teacher, a kind-of conditional teacher. They taught for a year in the Ojibway community of Little Grand Rapids before moving to a community “off reserve,” northwest, which had been promised, by treaty, a school – which never materialized. The village was called Pauingassi, and the chief explained that “our way of life was very adequate for us. We didn’t need the outside world,” Neufeld remembered the chief saying. It was one of the last Manitoba First Nations communities to come out of “isolation.” He and his wife were invited to “come and set up your tent with us.” They started a school, essentially, from scratch, with desks and benches made from the trees that surrounded the village. “Indian Affairs,” as the federal department was then called, “would not give us any help … they kicked me out of the office,” he recalled. He started to learn the language, but was told by government officials that “you’re crazy to speak Ojibway. No Indian will ever respect you.” He disregarded this, and now, all five of his children speak English and Ojibway. “People often referred to us as missionaries,” said Neufeld. “But I am not very fussy about that term.” Some missionaries evangelize their faith in order to impose it upon others. Others, like Neufeld, live out their faith as a good example to others, and he said he wanted “to show the love of Christ, even at the end of a welding rod.” Neufeld stayed in the community for another 18 years. Even now, so many years later, he told the students that it grates on him that nonIndigenous children receive far more education dollars, per capita, than do Indigenous

children. He showed off a wooden carving that he hoped would illustrate the hopes for peaceful co-existence and mutual respect between Indigenous and other Canadians. “The diamond willow will never be a poplar, and vice versa,” he said, before pointing out that they can co-exist, interweave even, but remain strong and distinct. “Our ways are different … just as these two trees are different. We need to respect each other.” However, amongst the different types of wood, he found two types of wood that had fused together into one – this branch represented the Metis people, when Indigenous and French-Canadians intermarried and created their own distinct people. “In God’s sight, we are all the same,” he said. Over the years, Neufeld said that, on matters like land claims, he has heard it all. “All they want is the land back,” he said, is one common refrain he has heard. “They (First Nations) are not looking for the land. They are looking for justice and respect.” He said he identifies as a “settler,” though his own walk to Canada was a fraught one. He was born in Moscow, Russia, and came to Canada as a three-month-old baby. His parents were of Dutch background, and they had settled in the Ukraine, back when land was being made available. However, during the first of Joseph Stalin’s many purges, his father was tipped off that “you’re next to go to Siberia,” and the infamous gulags where prisoners were sent. His father told his mother that day, “After dark, we have to go.” Neufeld was born on Nov. 4, 1929, and the family escaped in an unheated box car on Nov. 29 – the last train to get out of Russia, he says.

Indigenous rights marcher Henry Neufeld, 87, presents St. John Catholic High School teacher Mirellie Lapointe with a talking stick, a sacred object, in the school library on May 8. Desmond Devoy/ Metroland

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“Many perished,” he said quietly. Neufeld had been preceded by a younger marcher, Julia Hildebrand, who recalled that a First Nations student had been allowed to pick another essay topic, one not on the list of essay topics put forward by her teacher. “Why is she so special?” she remembered asking at the time. In time, she came to realize that none of the essay topics spoke to her as an Indigenous Canadian, or gave voice to her people. Now, Hildebrand says that she sees the Canadian education system as “Euro-centric,” and built “to uphold the status quo,” one that excludes Indigenous voices, which left her classmate “feeling alone and confused.” She admitted to her “own ignorance and my own lack of knowledge,” like many other Canadians, on the subject. “But, I do also bring an open mind … We have to own up to our own mistakes,” as a way to “peel back those layers of colonization … and see each other as people. This really is a journey that we are walking together.”

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Extended warranties up for discussion Recently I asked readers to submit their experiences with extended vehicle warranties and it didn’t take long to get some responses. “Hi, Brian, Thanks for your column! I'm reading it in the St. Lawrence News. A close relative worked in clerical for a car dealership (decades ago), and said quite bluntly, "Don't buy them. Overall this is a profit-making enterprise for the industry." Let alone that there may be commissions for the sales staff. Now, it’s like insurance – we know that the industry makes a profit, but we pay to avoid even the possibility of a catastrophic financial loss. Car repairs can be expensive, but are not usually catastrophic. My only experience was a used-vehicle warranty, which was pitched to me quite aggressively. When I later had drive-train trouble, beyond the basic warranty, I felt vindicated…except that I wasn't covered. I checked my policy fine print and I was covered! No, the dealer said, (and I just now recently learned that extended warranties are not carmanufacturer products, so you can have the work done anywhere), you have a deductible. But the cost of the repair was well over the deductible! No, they said, the price we quoted you is the retail price, but if we repair it under warranty, it's at the wholesale price, which is under your deductible. Let alone that the drive-train design was faulty, that was my last purchase of an extended warranty. The Simpsons (animated TV series); I have never really watched it, but have picked up a few things. Homer had a crayon lodged in his skull (up his nose), from an early age, which interfered with this intellectual ability (Doh!). Eventually when this came to light, some clever surgeon removed it, which resulted in a great cognitive improvement. It took some time before Homer and his peeps realized that they all preferred him the way he was before. No surgeon would reinsert the crayon, so Moe, of Moe's Bar, did it, hammering it in bit by bit, asking Homer intellectual questions as he did, to test the effect. At one point, Moe asked, "What do you think of automotive extended warranties?" Homer answered, "I think they're a great idea!" Moe surmised, "The crayon has gone in far enough." C First, yes, extended warranties are a profit centre for any automotive retailer and the margins and commissions can be quite healthy. Whenever I’m asked by a customer if they’re really worth it, I always ask them about their risk aversion and their vehicle maintenance budgeting. If they don’t mind taking their chances and have a bank

account that can handle repair bills, they’re probably better off without the plan. But consider that on average carmakers set aside roughly 10 per cent of the revenue from each vehicle they sell as warranty reserves and you BRIAN TURNER get an idea of what they expect to spend on repairs under the terms of their basic and power-train warranties. So if you’re buying a $15,000 entry level auto, spending $2,500 on an extended plan might not make much sense, but things can appear much differently on a $40,000 to $50,000 (or more expensive) product. Secondly, extended warranties are available from both the carmaker and after-market firms. While after-market companies may offer the convenience of having covered repairs done at non-dealership service centres, the automakers plans are usually better. They always require original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts be used and if you have a beef about a bill, you have some recourse through the carmaker’s consumer affairs division. Some repair shops won’t deal with certain after-market warranty plans while all factory retailers must honour the carmaker guarantees. Dealerships, as independent retailers are free to offer both types of warranties, but you should ask about the differences between them and check to see if your regular non-dealer repair shop will deal with them. The first (hopefully warm) long weekend is upon us and with it comes collector and modified vehicle shows. On Saturday, May 20 the Old School 1Ž4 Mile Armdrop Drags, Car &amp; Bike Show happens at the Historic Picton Airfield in Picton. There will be great photo ops at this cool Second World War airfield. Gates open at 11 a.m., and the races and show run from 12 to 6 p.m. Entry fees for spectators are $5 (includes car in show) and a racer’s day pass cost $25. On Monday, May 22 the City of Cornwall in conjunction with the Major and Canada 150 Committee and the Cornwall Olde Car Club present the Major’s Picnic in the Park (Lamoureux) in Cornwall, Ontario from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. ‘Cruising the Park’ is the theme. This promises to be a family day event for young and old. Come and participate in races, tug-a-war, special attractions, all free. If you have any questions, opinions, or stories on anything automotive please drop me a line, [By email to bjoeturner@hotmail.com listing ‘Question for the Car Counsellor’ on the subject line or by post to Record News Communications, 65 Lorne St., P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4T1]. When using regular mail, please supply a phone number if you seek direct contact (due to volume I can’t always promise replies).

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Wendy Laut garden gets pollinator tune-up Pollinators have been at risk for a few years now, and to help celebrate Canada’s 150th Anniversary, Perth & District Horticultural Society (PDHS) volunteers, at the request of the government of Ontario, the Ontario Horticultural Association and the Town of Perth, will be taking on the cleaning up and planting of flowering perennials in the Wendy Laut Memorial Ribbon of Life Garden in Last Duel Park. For those who knew Wendy Laut and/or were a part of creating the original Ribbon of Life Garden in her honour, you may wish to join us as we

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KEMPTVILLE Euchre- 4 hand, May 11 & 25, 7:30 p.m. Sponsor: The Town & Country Tenants Assoc., 375 Country St., light lunch. Contact Norma at 613-256-4179. Gardening and Outdoor Living Fundraiser. May 20, 9-2pm, plant sale, vendors, gardening talks, silent auction, garden items Almonte United Church, 106 Elgin St. Jewellery/Cat Toy Fund Raising Sale supports non funded animal rescues, May 20th and May 27, 4234 Old Almonte Rd. between Golden Line Rd./ Dwyer Hill Rd. from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. info: 613-256-3726 NLAS 12th Annual Truck and Tractor Pull - May 27, Contact: Travis Drummond 613-914-0038truckandtractorpull@almontefair. ca further information; Almonte Fair website. 50/50 draw, food concessions by Lanark County 4-H with pull beginning at 11 am. Ontario Early Years Centre Workshop, Tips for Twos, Almonte Public Library, May 29 & June 5. 6:30pm-8:30pm. 613-283-0095.

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MERRICKVILLE Friends of the Merrickville Library, Bring and/or Buy Plant Sale, Saturday May 27, 9amnoon. beside the Royal Bank on Main Street. Merrickville’s Jazz Fest, Thursday, Oct 12 through Sunday, October 15. If interested in performing at MJF 2017 visit our website www.merrickvillejazzfest.com Online application forms must be received by noon May 24. Spring walk, Merrickville-Limerick Forest Trail, Merrickville District Trails Society. All welcome. Sat. May 20. 10 am, rain or shine, trailhead at Scotch Line and Colonel By Way, Merrickville Estates. Info: Tim 613-269-4282 tim.allen@arul. ulaval.ca

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Historica Fair brings family history alive at Perth Royal Canadian Legion BY DESMOND DEVOY

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The Mounties always get their man – and Joshua Benn was glad to get a chance to get his man, his grandfather, to talk, while he still can. Benn, a Grade 5 student at Drummond Central School in Drummond/North Elmsley Township, got a chance to talk to his grandfather, Dr. Allen Churchill, a longtime chaplain in the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, about his display for the Historica Fair at the Royal Canadian Legion in Perth on Thursday, May 11. Benn, proudly dressed in the famous red serge which serves as one of Canada’s most recognizable international symbols, stood beside many of his grandfather’s badges and RCMP memorabilia. His talk with his grandfather may have been one of his last chances to revisit his grandfather’s past. “He can remember some of it, but not all of it,” said Benn, since his grandfather has Alzheimer's disease. Thankfully for Benn, his grandfather told Benn’s grandmother a great many of his stories working in Canada’s far north, of saving animals from the ice, or breaking up fights between indigenous people and settlers, or chasing suspects down back roads. “He would travel all over, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Ontario,” he said, with obvious pride. “Up there, there were a lot of problems.” He spoke to his grandfather, who lives in Perth, about a month ago and “he’s really glad that I’m doing this presentation. I’m glad I can still talk to him, but sad it’s going this way.” Another display nearby that also touched on both the personal, historical, and the tragic, was Abigail Bedor’s display on wheelchair rugby. About nine years ago, her brother-in-law, Jason Orr, was involved in a vehicle collision. He broke his neck and spinal cord and is now paralyzed from the neck down. During his time in hospital, he was approached by a member of the Ottawa Stingers wheelchair rugby team, who told him “there’s still something we can do and can look forward to,” by playing the game. Bedor, a Grade 8 student at St. Joseph Catholic School in Toledo, helps out with the team, which has sent two athletes to the Paralympics Games in London in 2012. Wheelchair rugby, according to Bedor’s research, was invented in Winnipeg, Manitoba, in 1976. Toveylyn Ferguson discovered that she had a family connection to the Smiths Falls Record News newspaper that arrives at her home every Thursday. The Grade 5 Lombardy Public School student discovered that her great uncle, Mervyn Darling, worked at the Record News for 46 years. He began work in 1949 as a “printer’s devil,” washing the presses and sweeping the

Joshua Benn, a Grade 5 student at Drummond Central School, dressed up as a member of the RCMP, stands beside his display, which was inspired by his grandfather, RCMP Chaplain Dr. Allen Churchill. Benn’s work, complete with his grandfather’s badges, were on display. Desmond Devoy/ Metroland

floors. He then moved on to making hot-metal ads for the newspaper, placing ads on the pages, as well as placing filler pictures in unused space. He died in 2006 – three months before she was born. “It’s very interesting and it has a lot of history in it too,” she said of the newspaper, which was first printed in 1887 as the Rideau Record, before merging with another newspaper to form the Record News in 1919. She interviewed Arnold Gauthier, a friend of her grandfather’s, who was a press operator at the paper, and worked there from the age of 15 until he retired in 1990, after 35 years on the job. For Clara Misener’s project on Bowes Mills, the Grade 5 Queen Elizabeth Public School student did not necessarily have a family connection to the place, but the functioning mill she made for her presentation came with some help from her supportive father. “I want to be a robotic engineer when I grow up,” she said, in her farmer’s overalls. “I like new stuff … they interest me so much. I really want to learn how to do that (robotics). My dad bought me all of these robotic kits.” Celebrating literary Canada Norah Christy, a Grade 6 student at Queen Elizabeth Public School, decided to celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation this year by looking at several popular Canadian authors, and how Canadian literature has changed over the past century and a half. “I love to read and I love to learn (about) the authors that I read,” she said. Among her favourite authors are Eric Walters, finding his stories “very relatable.” Not surprisingly, she also likes one of Canada’s most famous fictional exports, the hero of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s 1908 novel Anne of Green Gables. On the board behind her were biographical vignettes of famed Canadian authors from Stephen Leacock to Farley Mowat, Robert Munsch to Susanna Moodie. “I really tried to make a selection,” she said. She noted that, in the early days of Canadian writing, writers like Catherine Parr Traill would write “very precise sketches of flora and fauna,” while, in the later 1800s, “it was mostly about people’s early settlement in Canada.” By the pre-war 1900s, there was more writing about small towns in Canada, as evidenced in Leacock’s famed collection of short stories, Sunshine Sketches of a Little Town (1912). In the latter half of the 20th century, there was more personal writing going on, from Mordecai Richler to Mowat to even Gordon Korman’s 1978 debut novel, This Can’t Be Happening at Macdonald Hall, written when he was in Grade 7. “You can really relate to the characters and places,” she said of Korman’s first book, another one of her favourites.

Tovelylyn Ferguson, a Grade 5 student at Lombardy Public School, holds up a copy of the Smiths Falls Record News from 1976 in one hand and the more recent May 4, 2017 edition in the other. Desmond Devoy/ Metroland

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Kelly’s Flowers boutique is eye-catching florist at Fleurs de Villes competition BU Laurie Weir

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Perth has a notable florist in its midst. Kelly’s Flowers and Gift Boutique, located at Code’s Mill, took part in a prestigious flower competition in Ottawa recently — the Fleurs de Villes, where they earned top marks as the Florist Favourite. “We were excited to be voted Florist Favourite,” said owner Krista Mackler in an email exchange. “All the participating florists were given a chance to vote for their favourite mannequin and design, and we tied with the most votes! Voting is still happening this week by patrons who stop by the display of all the mannequins.” The Perth flower shop tied for the most votes with Trillium Floral — a first for the Ottawa show to have a tie. Fleurs De Villes originated in Paris and was brought to Vancouver, B.C. Kelly’s received an invitation to submit a proposal last fall to be a part of this event, a six-city, crossCanada tour. “We found out (in) February that our design

had been chosen of as one of 15 to participate, representing the City of Ottawa,” Mackler said. "Upon entering our boutique … the most commonly asked question is, ‘Who is Kelly?’ Well, let us tell you who Kelly really is. Kelly is a woodland fairy from deep in the Ontario woods. She lives in a temperate deciduous forest in Lanark County with maples, hemlock, oak and beech trees which supports 1,200 species of distinctive fauna and flora. “Our design is a reflection of her woods, in which she calls home. We will be using florals and natural product inspired by the natural beauty of Kelly’s woods such as; roses, fresh mosses, grapevines, bear grass and succulents. We hope to capture the true beauty of Kelly and her home, sweet, home." The team spent hours putting Kelly together and Mackler said they couldn't be more proud of how beautiful she is. “If you haven't already, we strongly recommend stopping by Bayshore Shopping Centre this weekend to see the amazing mannequins.”

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The Almonte General Hospital and Fairview Manor (AGH/FVM) Foundation launched its latest capital campaign with a big head start. An outstanding $950,000 in donations was unveiled during the official launch of the Put Yourself in the Picture campaign on Wednesday, May 10 at the Almonte Civitan Club. The amount is approximately 24 per cent of the $4 million goal. Lead by a group of dedicated volunteers, AGH is going out into the community to ask people to donate. AGH/FVM vice chair Bob Brouillard stressed AGH looks to its foundation for 100 per cent funding, in order to ensure staff has access to reliable, up-to-date equipment. The Put Yourself in the Picture is a campaign to raise $4 million to ensure AGH patients have access to the best diagnostic tools available. To date, AGH has purchased two new digital X-ray machines, one stationary and one portable, and two new ultrasound machines. The total cost of the equipment is $1.8 million. “They are already in place,” Brouillard said, and “our goal is to pay off the loans right away.” The remaining $2.2 million is for a CT scanner – subject to approval of the Champlain Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) and the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. Brouillard explained the $2.2 million is for the CT scanner and the work required to make the designated space ready for the machine. He added “part of the approval

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The lilacs are about to burst into a blaze of colour for the 2017 Franktown Lilac Festival, which takes place on Saturday, May 27. With something for everyone in the family to see and do, hundreds are expected to attend the event, which is presented by Beckwith Township. “This is the twelfth year the township has been directly involved with the lilac festival,” reeve Richard Kidd told the Canadian Gazette on May 4. “It is a great community social.” Begin the day with breakfast at Centennial Hall, from 8 to 10:30 a.m., hosted by the splash pad and playground fundraising committee. Registration for the Chil-

dren’s Bike Parade is between 10:15 and 10:30 a.m. at St. James Anglican Church. Prizes are handed out for the best use of theme — which is Canada 150 — as well as the best use of colour: red and white. The year 2017 is special because it marks Canada’s sesquicentennial. “This is one event that has really grown,” Kidd said. There are two age groups: two to five and six to 10. Judging begins at 10:45 a.m., which is when the parade departs the church. The procession ends at Centennial Hall. Festivalgoers can check out the barbecue at Centennial Hall, which runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Returning to the Franktown Lilac Festival is the Chimo Chargers cheerleading squad.

“Members are offering a demonstration which begins at noon,” Kidd said. Taking place throughout the day Saturday: children’s games and activities, 50/50 draw, silent auction, craft market, garage sales (throughout the community), restored antique vehicle display, bake sale, big bounce, face painting and more. “The Beckwith Youth Committee is running the bake sale,” Kidd said, and “the proceeds will benefit the group’s activities.” He noted Beckwith’s heritage committee is putting together an informative display, and Johann Ramsaran will be offering up a talk on the history of Franktown and Beckwith Township. “He is very good,” Kidd stressed.

Other live entertainment on the grounds of Centennial Hall: Little Ray's Reptile Zoo (11 a.m.) and Jamie McMunn &amp; Friends (1 to 5 p.m.). Kidd encourages people to bring a lawn chair. Horse-drawn wagon rides down Lilac Lane take place between 12 and 3:30 p.m. From 4 to 7 p.m. drop by Centennial Hall for a ham and bean supper. Scalloped potatoes, salad, rolls and homemade pies complete the menu. The cost is $12 for adults and $6 for children between the ages of six and 12. Kids under six years old are free. Lilacs are typically a shade of purple, but white, pink, light yellow and even dark burgundy

exist. Bushes have an enchant- 257-1539 or Cora Nolan from ing fragrance. Centennial Hall at 613-283“The weather can change 3789. quickly,” Kidd said. “In some years the lilacs have come and gone before the festival.” “Hopefully, they are in their prime for May 27,” he added, and “they should be with the expected warmer weather.” The festival runs rain or shine. “It really is a great event,” Kidd said, and “people do a lot Please, join Food Banks of work to make it a success.” Canada & help feed your St. James Anglican Church neighbours today and Centennial Hall are locatwww.foodbankscanada.ca ed on Church Street. For additional information regarding the 2017 Franktown Lilac Festival, call the municipal office in Beckwith at 613-

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“serious” word egregious. Swayze, the integrity commissioner for a number of municipalities throughout the province, has heard many complaints against confidential disclosure in closed sessions. “I took this disclosure as being much more serious...here is a developer listening to opinions that councillors think are privately expressed and he is then negotiating an offer with the same councillors,” he explained. “It is the worst I have ever encountered in terms of disclosure of confidential information.” The town’s watchdog pointed out his report was not an endorsement of Thorbjornsson’s actions either, as “I have acted for most of the large developers in the province of Ontario and they do not act like this.” “He (Thorbjornsson) is as culpable as the mayor in my view,” Swayze continued, and “Mr. Dulmage should know better...he is an experienced politician...sitting and listening to a tape with a developer concerning the developer’s bid for a piece of land being discussed confidentially.” Antonakos could be docked up to 90 days’ pay for contravening council’s code of conduct. However, Coun. Brian Doucett asked Swayze if council has the authority to impose any additional penalties. “Council has the ultimate authority,” he replied. “Once I make a finding of a breach, council can do anything I am permitted to do under the Municipal Act.” Should council make the decision to suspend the mayor’s pay for 90 days, Fritz inquired if the funds could be directed to a charity. Swayze indicated it was a possibility. The integrity commissioner, in response to a number of questions posed by the public, said council does not have the authority to “force” a mayor to resign, and added he saw no evidence of criminality during his investigation. “I saw no evidence of any payoffs,” Swayze commented. “I only had evidence of campaign donations.” “If I had any evidence of that I would have called in the police,” he stressed.

Community expresses frustration Fritz asked Antonakos if he was going to take questions from the public “because that is what we are going to do.” “I just want to make sure you get up there and listen to people speak,” she added, earning applause from the audience. “I always listen – to anyone,” Antonakos said. Local resident Kory Earle, co-founder of People First of Lanark County and the current president of People First of Canada, noted, “I am certainly disappointed in the mayor of Carleton Place.” People First is an organization dedicated to advocating on behalf of people with intellectual disabilities. “As someone who has represented the most vulnerable people in the community for the last 11 years, I have never seen a mayor who is more of a bully...” Earle said. “Mayor Antonakos, you owe an apology to the public,” he added. “Another thing, resign as mayor...enough is enough!” Resident Linda Seccaspina reminded council members, “When anyone decides to take public office they must hold themselves and be held to a higher moral standard.” She added: “We cannot remove a mayor of any powers unless they are convicted of a crime, but Carleton Place cannot take two more years of a town council being run like this. We need to get rid of anyone in power who is driven by selfinterest and ego. Then, and only then, we will have the town we all want.” Gerald Hastie of Carleton Place said he voted for the mayor. “I was one of the ones who put this mayor in here and I will be one of the ones to take him out!” he exclaimed. “I feel partly guilty. Anyone who has done what he has done deserves to be penalized.” Resident and business owner Reggie Gagnon noted he was very upset “our councillors cannot get along.” “It is sickening!” he exclaimed. “You need to get your act together.” Petya Lowes has lived in Carleton Place for a long time. “I bet you every person in this room is ashamed of you,” he said. “I think as a mayor...I

am ashamed you do not want to resign.” Longtime resident and former councillor Wally Cook repeated the following quote from his father: “If everybody likes you there is something wrong with you.” Resident Erica Hogan stated: “This has blown my mind. Regardless of whether you deny the allegations...you have a town council surrounding you that does not want to work with you. For the good of this town that you love so much, can you resign tonight? “I will not resign this evening and I will never admit to something I did not do,” Antonakos said amid jeers. “I have not come to a town meeting in a couple of years,” Laura Piggott noted. “I wanted to come tonight, and what I am seeing is a disgrace.” “We expect our town to be run properly,” she added. To date, the town has spent $20,000 on integrity commissioner complaints. Treasurer Phil Hogan has not received any invoices yet for Swayze “coming to Carleton Place and interviewing witnesses, writing his report and attending on Tuesday night.” “I would expect it to be at least $10,000, but I really do not know,” Hogan told this newspaper on May 11. Asked by several audience members on May 9 to explain his alleged conduct, Antonakos said he “would be happy to comment,” but only after the confidential evidence Swayze used to reach his conclusion was made public. “How can I comment on something when I have not seen the evidence?” the mayor asked amid jeers and chants of “liar” and “resign.” “I need the permission of this council to defend myself, to defend my honour and my name,” Antonakos continued. “Council must authorize me to discuss the confidential information.” Swayze said he would not release confidential information or evidence he received from witnesses. The only public statement Antonakos has made on the matter came by way of his personal Facebook page on May 4. See MAYOR page A/CP11

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my children were born at the hospital, and I have used the facility myself...the connection has been long and dear to my heart.” Paul stressed the four pillars to attracting and attaining residents: affordable housing, good education, recreation and a health system that works.” “We have that here in Almonte,” he said. Rhonda stated it was important to reach out to the newest residents about the hospital...“making them aware of what they have before they have to use it.” “There is a lot of work to do,” she said. Art and Helen Levi presented the Virgins with a $250,000 cheque as lead donors to the Put Yourself in the Picture campaign.

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From left: Almonte hospital chief of staff Dr. Chris Deschenes, president and CEO Mary Wilson Trider and campaign launch MC Leanne Cusack. “Almonte General Hospital means a lot to both of us,” Helen said, getting emotional. “The digital equipment diagnosed my cancer, and everything turned out to be successful.” “I have been in this community since I was born,” Art said. “I have on a few

occasions needed to use the ultrasound machine.” He added, “We are only too happy to give something back to the community that has given so much to us.” AGH/FVM staff, volunteers, board members and physicians have raised

$100,000 to date through the Family campaign. Representatives from the AGH/ FVM Foundation, including Brouillard and past board chair Al Lunney presented $600,000 from the organization’s reserves. “What do you do with the reserves… brought almost all we could find,” Brouillard said. Almonte residents Eric and Sharon Pottle understand better than anyone how vital it is to have access to the best health care in the community where you live. “Last year, on Aug. 27, the day of the Highland Games, Eric caught his foot on a chair in the backyard and had a serious fall,” Sharon said. After attending AGH’s ER, Eric was diagnosed with a broken neck, with the help of AGH’s new portable, digital X-ray machine. He was stabilized and transported to Ottawa for emergency

surgery. “He is paralyzed,” Sharon said. The quickness and accuracy of diagnostic testing can mean the difference between life and death. “It has been a long road for us,” Sharon noted. “Eric is waiting to be assessed for an electric wheelchair, which will give him more freedom.” “Almonte General Hospital is like a big family,” she continued. “They...doctors and nurses...could not be better to you.” Eric told the crowd, “we keep foraging on and whatever will be, will be.” AGH is asking individuals, businesses, groups, schools and community organizations to ‘put themselves in the picture’. For more information, contact Al Roberts, managing director of the AGH/FVM Foundation, at 613-2562500, ext. 2297, or visit www.almontehospitalfoundation.com.

Municipal Matters • May 18, 2017

TAX NOTICE

MEETINGS OF COuNCIL Tuesday, May 23, 2017

7:00pm Corporate Services Committee Followed by: Community Issues Committee Followed by: Planning and Protection Committee Please see the Town’s website: www.carletonplace.ca/councilmeetings for Agenda information

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Tax is due May 25th, 2017 Telephone/Online Banking – pay by phone or internet, contact your Financial Institution for this service. In Person – The Town Hall is open for collection of taxes and water payments from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Thursday and Friday 8:30am to 4pm, accepted forms of payment are Cash, Cheque or Debit. Payments made after hours may be deposited in the payment box at the entrance to the police station. Payment by Mail – Remove the stub from your tax billing, attach it to your cheque and mail it to the Town of Carleton Place, 175 Bridge Street, Carleton Place, Ontario, K2C 2V8

If payment is made by mail or after the office hours, and you require a receipt, please The Compost Yard located at 128 Patterson is now open to the public on Saturdays include the complete bill with your cheque. The bill will be receipted and returned to from 8am to noon. The Compost Yard will also be open Wednesday evenings from you by mail. 3pm to 8pm. Pre-Authorized Payments – account must be current in order to enroll in this option, The following items will be accepted: payment is directly taken from your account on the due date. • Branches less than 3 inches in diameter Payments are accepted at most financial institutions. • Leaves and grass clippings in paper bags – items in plastic bags will not be For more information or questions, call Jennifer Muoka, Tax & Water Revenue Clerk at accepted 613-257-6218 • Cardboard • Scrap Metal FREECyCLE WEEKENd Please Note: The Household Hazardous Waste Facility will open for the season on Saturday, May 20th, 2017. Items will be accepted every Saturday from 8am until Friday, June 2nd – Sunday, June 4th noon (May 20th through to September 2nd). Please see the Town’s website www. Drive the streets of Carleton Place and get FREE STUFF! carletonplace.ca/wastecollection for a list of accepted items. Place your gently used items at the curb on Friday (no garbage please) and put a sign 2017 WATER FLuSHING PROGRAM on it saying FREE! Watch your clutter become someone else’s treasure! May 15th through June 15th, 2017 *Please do not place out items that might pose a potential danger; ex: refrigerators The Town will be conducting an intensive watermain flushing program and water with doors. Disposal of items not taken is the responsibility of the resident – the Town valve turning program. During this time, it is possible the water may appear slightly of Carleton Place will not be picking these items up with regular collection if they are discolored within the general area that flushing is taking place. Should this occur, turn left at the curb unless the appropriate amount of garbage stickers are placed on the on your cold water tap and allow the water run for 20-30 minutes. Should you have additional concerns, please contact the Public Works Office, item on your collection day. Brought to you by the Carleton Place Environmental Advisory Committee. 613-257-2253. Connected to Your Community - A/CP5 - Thursday, May 18, 2017

Middleville & District Museum reopens for season May 21 After several months of planning and preparing some new exhibits, The Middleville & District Museum reopens for another season on Sunday, May 21. The museum’s evergrowing collection of artifacts, print material and memorabilia now features recent donations from as close to home as Watson’s Corners and as far away as Alberta. The 2017 museum season will open with local family historian

David Murdoch, who will be on hand to show visitors how to take the mystery out of unravelling their family history and roots in an afternoon presentation called Murdoch Mysteries. Starting at 1:30 p.m., Murdoch will talk about how to go from one small piece of family information, like a cherished photo, and develop that into a complete family history. The genealogy theme continues

with a new donation of family history and community notes from Eileen McNicol that pictures the life and times of the McNicol family and the history of Watson’s Corners. Other recent donations include a corner stone from the McNicol family fireplace, dating back to 1830, and a unique chest of drawers from the Tennant family. This family heirloom, including some additional historical photos, was shipped from Al-

berta back to its original Middleville origins. This year also has a new exhibit which re-creates the Middleville library and features books from the original Middleton library of the 1840s. The day’s events also include local author Claudia Smith, who will be on hand signing copies of her latest book, Snowdrifts and Sleigh Bells, which is a warm collection of stories

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UpcoMing coUncil Meetings Tuesday, June 6, 2017 @ 6:00 pm – Council Tuesday, June 27, 2017 @ 6:00 pm – Council All meetings held in the Council Chambers (3131 Old Perth Road) unless otherwise indicated. Agendas posted to www.mississippimills.ca or subscribe to our news feed to have this information delivered right to your email in-box.

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Don’t Miss oUr next Mississippi Mills QUarterly BUsiness Breakfast WHEN: May 25th 7:00 AM WHERE: Cedar Hill Christmas Tree Farm HOW MUCH: $10 for breakfast collected at the door All Welcome!

For more information and to RSVP (by May 22): Tiffany MacLaren, Community Economic & Cultural Coordinator at 613-256-1077 or tmaclaren@mississippimills.ca

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Water Main flUsHing – alMonte WarD May 23 – June 23, 2017 The Corporation of the Municipality of Mississippi Mills will be flushing the water mains in all areas of Almonte Ward beginning Monday, May 23rd, 2017 to Friday, June 23rd, 2017, during the hours of 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. (excluding weekends). This annual maintenance program is designed to remove the sediment that has accumulated in the water mains to maintain good water quality in the distribution system. This maintenance

Reduced water pressure should only be intermittent as the hydrants are being flushed. The pressure will return to normal once the flushing is completed. If you detect discoloured (red) water, turn off your tap for 20 to 30 minutes; this should allow work crews enough time to complete the flushing. When work crews have left the area, turn on one COLD water tap for a few minutes to flush the system.Ø Discoloured water may occur in close proximity to the watermain flushing or many blocks, even kilometre’s away, depending on various factors such as their supply main size, location and demand flows. Unfortunately, it is impossible to predict the location and extent of the customers that may receive discoloured water. Residents who live in the areas being flushed may want to collect containers of water for drinking and cooking, each day before the flushing program starts. We recommend that you do not drink or wash laundry with red water.

We appreciate your patience while this work is being completed and if you would like more information, please call the Roads & Public Works Department at 613-256-2064 and speak to Rod Cameron, ext. 232 or Cindy Hartwick ext. 258.

Last Day to dispose of Hazardous Waste until 2018 – September 2, 2017

leaf & yarD Waste pick-Up for Mississippi Mills resiDents Pickup will be as follows: Tuesday May 23, 2017 • The Ward of Almonte Wednesday, May 24, 2017 The Villages of • Pakenham • Appleton • Blakeney • Clayton For more information please visit our website www.mississippimills.ca

ligHt Up tHe nigHt coMMUnity garage sale Saturday May 27th, 2017 from 7:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m Set up will start at 6:00 a.m Location - Levi Home Hardware Building Centre- Parking Lot (476 Ottawa Street) Tables $20.00 each. Please call Bonnie Ostrom at 256-1077 to reserve your table. Breakfast served by The Almonte Scouts beginning at 7 a.m

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All proceeds from the Garage sale go towards the 2017 Light up the Night event. Come on out and show your support!!

The first day of operation for 2017 will be Saturday, May 20, 2017.

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The Municipality of Mississippi Mills continues to participate with neighbouring municipalities in the Hazardous Waste Depot held in Carleton Place (128 Patterson Street). The depot is open from 8 am to noon on Saturdays only. Connected to Your Community - A/CP6 - Thursday, May 18, 2017

There will be NO changes to the garbage and recycling collection during the week of May 22, 2017.

Celebrate spring at the Arts Carleton Place Show & Sale Arts Carleton Place’s third annual Art Show & Sale is on Saturday, May 27 and Sunday, May 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Artists will showcase their work at the Carleton Place Canoe Club (179 John St.). Original creations in oils, watercolour, acrylics, fused glass, photography, soapstone, wood, fabrics, jewelry, and an author’s corner

featuring local writers will highlight our talented artists. For the first time, Under Pressure Coffee House will be offering up coffees, teas, homemade scones, and other sweet and savoury goodies. There are door prizes to be won every day! Drop in, relax, and spend a day with us in a beautiful setting on the Mississippi River and support the

arts! This is a fundraiser for our annual bursary awards given out to graduating students at each high school pursuing further education in the arts. A thank-you goes out to the Town of Carleton Place for its assistance and support for the show. Visit www.artscarletonplace.com for more information. Submitted by Arts Carleton Place

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Connected to Your Community - A/CP7 - Thursday, May 18, 2017

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Whose birthday is it, anyway?

With all the Canada 150 celebrations in full-swing across the country, are we missing a major conversation? Ah, the sesquicentennial, a momentous day to celebrate our nation’s birth and our history. However, there’s a key part of the celebration that seems to remain under the radar and brushed aside. The birthday we celebrate every year on July 1 – and, indeed, the day the Canada will celebrate its 150th birthday this year – is the anniversary of Canadian Confederation in 1867. But, wait, does this truly signify the “birth” of the nation or merely the date the British North Americans decided to unite? Well, the answer, is a bit of both. Canada Day celebrates the day when the British colonies of Canada united into one Dominion of Canada on July 1, 1867. So, yes, it’s the birth of the nation – but it’s a birthday defined by its colonizers, it doesn’t reflect the many nations that existed on Turtle Island long before the Europeans decided to stake their claim. Indigenous peoples inhabited the land named Canada by its colonizers, tens of thousands of years before confederation. Now, I’m not saying we can’t mark the 150th anniversary of confederation. Go ahead, wear your red and white proudly, plant your Canada 150 tulips – but please, take a moment, or two to reflect on the darker past that we have come from and the shadows of colonialism that still remain today. What I’m trying to say, is that the Canada 150 celebrations should be used as a vehicle to reflect on our collective history and linage that is represented through our various cultural roots, be it indigenous, French, English or any of the other various cultural, linguistic and national groups represented in the vibrant country we all call home. And, yes, there are indigenous peoples involved with the Canada 150 celebrations. However, the celebrations use symbolic acknowledgement without necessarily providing substantive context or a way forward to remedy systemic systems of inequality and racism tied to and are products of our colonial history. The federal government is spending around half a billion dollars in honour of the nation’s so-called birth, while many First Nations around the country continue to suffer from chronic un-

EVELYN HARFORD View From Here derfunding in the face of suicide crises, housing crises and water quality crises. In fact, according to the government as of March 31, in 89 First Nations communities south of the 60th parallel there were 37 temporary drinking water advisories and 100 long-term drinking water advisories. Many residential school survivors still struggle with the not-so-distant past. The last residential school operated by the federal government was closed in 1996. I’m just curious why so much money for a one-time anniversary. Why not allocate more funds to honour commitments made to improve the lives of indigenous peoples? And, no, if you were wondering, I’m not indigenous – but I try to be a good ally. I’m white. I’m female. I’m conscious. And in conversations I’ve had with folks surrounding Canada 150, I keep hearing a similar echo in the background: Whose birthday is it exactly? That’s the question I think we should be talking about, acknowledging and exploring that one further. While it might be fun to just light sparklers and go to see a concert on Parliament Hill, we must remember that our county was forged through a system of oppression and persecution in what has been described as cultural genocide. I know, I’m a big downer. But, sometimes, reality is. Why, you might ask, can’t I just have fun, enjoy Canada’s 150th birthday for what it is? Well, it’s probably because our indigenous peoples and other marginal groups have historically been cast aside and it’s time, as a country, we wake up. Rather than celebrate the status quo, let’s challenge it. We can’t take back our colonial history, but we can look towards decolonizing our future. It’s a journey, Canada, and we can get there – together. It just takes a little inquiry, courage and honest, frank conversations surrounding the realities of our country’s most underserved and unrepresented populations.

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Wally’s Classic returned to the Neelin Street Community Centre in Carleton Place on Saturday, May 13. The fourth local strongman competition, presented by Wally Thorbjornsson, saw 40 athletes demonstrate amazing strength. Above, the log lift, a two-handed overhead lift.

Resident asks Carleton Place mayor to step down DEAR EDITOR:

Editor’s note: The following letter was sent to Carleton Place council on May 8. I am writing this letter as a concerned citizen of Carleton Place. With the verdict brought down by the provincial integrity commissioner, it is very clear that council should ask mayor Louis Antonakos to resign im-

mediately. The town has received considerable bad press over the last two to three months and it really does not need to continue. It appears that the common denominator in all these issues is mayor Antonakos. As well as the issues we read in the press and hear around town, in my opinion there is also the issue of conflict of interest as he is a proper-

ty owner and a landlord in Carleton Place. I voted for mayor Antonakos in the last election, but I have lost my confidence in his integrity to serve as our mayor. It is time to move on to let Carleton Place get back its reputation as a great place to live. Marv Whalen Carleton Place

Reader: Carleton Place mayor was ‘railroaded’ DEAR EDITOR:

It was appalling to read media coverage of the Carleton Place council meeting held May 9 where the report of the integrity commissioner was presented. There were problems with the report, the first and most serious breach of fair play was the commissioner’s refusal to provide the mayor with a list of the witnesses who apparently testified against him. The mayor didn’t know who his accusers were (the commissioner guaranteed anonymity), nor

what they had said. Witnesses who have been given such guarantees tend to become careless in their testimony and exaggerate, if not outright lie. There was no excuse for the commissioner’s promise to keep the testimony private. Of course the witnesses would not be tested by cross examination, one of the best tools to discover mistakes in testimony or falsehoods. Lastly, the commissioner used the standard of proof known as “balance of probabilities.” That is a very low standard and is used in

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civil actions, not criminal actions. The commissioner’s investigation was closer to a criminal action – he had considered forwarding his report to the police. The higher standard of “beyond a reasonable doubt” should have been applied, but since flagrant mistakes had already been made it would not have mattered. The mayor has been railroaded. The commissioner should study the principles of natural justice. Peter D. Hall Perth

Almonte resident still lobbying to save parkland FREE ADMISSION DEAR EDITOR:

I was reading Coun. John Edwards’ reply to my letter in the May 4 edition of this newspaper and I am at a complete loss. First of all, Mr. Edwards, you have reached a new low with your quote on Don Maynard Park and the previous old wasteful layout. I believe the creator of this beautiful park will be greatly upset to read this, as he was hired by the town to plant the 25 to 30 trees and ornamental bushes and

gardens, two of which have been torn out by the town. Mr. Goddard will be greatly insulted and well should be. Secondly, what an insult to Don Maynard whom the park was dedicated to and to the members of his family and Friends of Don Maynard Park, whom I feel will be insulted and degraded by such a disrespectful remark. I still believe the splash pad should be at the beach, where water can be used from the river and not from potable water from

our water supply. I don’t water my grass for that very reason. Why would we use the potable water when we have a source from the river? Our beach could and would be used more. The parkland on the Gemmill side is by far greater than on this side of town; do you not think we deserve the same or the very least not to have what we have taken away? We are not asking for much. We want our parkland saved. Almonte has parks, streets,

trees, veteran walkways, monuments all dedicated to well respected citizens, do we have to fear these being sold or re-named or demolished? The town will be thinking long and hard about the next election. I again thank you, the readers, and consider wisely on who you vote for in the coming election next year.

As citizens of Carleton Place, my wife and I had some reservations about attending the town council meeting of May 9. However, we are now glad that we did so that we could witness, what we feel, were the deplorable actions of our current mayor. Upon our arrival, we were actually surprised to see mayor Louis Antonakos in attendance, especially when according to media reports, he had stated that he would not be attending this meeting. It was just as well

that he did attend though so that those in attendance could witness just why he should not be the head of our council. The arrogance displayed by him at this meeting was shocking and mind-boggling to say the least. From our perspective, he was arrogant to his fellow council members, to those in attendance, and to the members of the press. It is my understanding from what I have read and heard, during and before this meeting, that the arrogance of our mayor all began shortly following his

election to his position. This was spelled out so eloquently by Coun. Sean Redmond during the council meeting. In business life, when there is friction amongst staff, etc., the normal thing that is done is to gather all of those involved and attempt to come to some sort of amicable agreement all in the best interests of the company. However, in the case of our mayor, he decided to go a totally different route by getting his back up and displaying complete disregard towards his fellow councillors and the well-

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being of the affairs of the Town of Carleton Place. This type of arrogance and attitude that continues to this day, is unbecoming of any mayor and a disgrace to our community. The consensus witnessed at the council meeting of May 9, was that our mayor should be doing the most honourable thing and that is to resign as soon as possible. Another two years of this type of leadership can no longer be tolerated.

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May Newsletter CONNECT. LEARN. SAVE. We’d like to you meet the newest members of the Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce and help us welcome them!

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Friendship will be fostered and healthy food shared with the anticipated installation of a community brick oven at the Almonte branch of the Mississippi Mills Public Library. Council heard about the project, brought forward through a report by CEO and chief librarian Pam Harris during the May 2 council session. Harris noted that back in 2015, Jeff Mills with Neighbourhood Tomato Community Gardens brought the concept to the library. “Jeff was seeking community partners to bring the project to fruition,” Harris explained in her report. “This seemed like a perfect fit as we were already working together developing an educational speaker series in conjunction with the Mississippi Mills Public Library Seed Library and the Neighbourhood Tomato Community Gardens.” The library’s contribution is to maintain the schedule for the ovens use, Harris said. “Patrons/residents will have to sign the key in and out through the library,” she continued. “As well, the library will support the community oven through related collections and workshops.” The plan doesn’t stop with just one wood-fired oven. One will be placed in Almonte and another is planned for Carleton Place, to highlight the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail. The goal in the future is for another two in Pakenham and Smiths Falls. There are many benefits to community ovens, Harris noted, including hands-on learning opportunities to show people how to use the oven by a local stone mason and how to build their own. It also provides the chance for workshops and “inclusive, collaborative and intergenerational cooking sessions led by community chefs/bakers/seniors.”

Mississippi Mills council has endorsed the construction of a community oven on the Almonte branch of the Mississippi Mills Public Library property. Above, the community oven currently in place at MERA school house in McDonald’s Corners. Submitted photo

She said it will foster a love of healthy eating and food knowledge, promote social collaboration and in the longer term, “citizens will form an inclusive intergenerational social ‘cooking collective.’” “The collective will take over oven management including upkeep and repairs, fuel sourcing and training on how to use oven,” Harris continued, adding the oven would become a spot for community celebrations and fundraisers and an electronic cook book could even be explored.

Mills added that MERA school house in McDonald’s Corners already operates a community oven with much success. “What we see with those community ovens…for me, we teach people how to grow,” he said during the May 1 Great Veggie Grow-Off launch at the Mississippi Mills Youth Centre. “We actually grow and we share. We do community potluck dinners…it’s See OVENS page A/CP15

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Mayor

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Antonakos and offered confidential information regarding a plan I was working on – a plan I believed was for the betterment of the community,” Thorbjornsson said. “I was foolish enough to go with Antonakos.” “I want to thank Mr. Swayze for his investigation,” he continued. “My biggest disappointment is that the findings, although accurate, are only the tip of the iceberg where mayor Antonakos is concerned,” Thorbjornsson claimed. “I have witnessed many more dubious acts...all I can do is demand his resignation.” Thorbjornsson told this newspaper, “His (Antonakos’) statement on Facebook quoted only part of the integrity commissioner’s findings...to skew public perception.” “Again, this is an example of his calculated strategy to mislead constituents,” he added.

He wrote: “There was no physical proof presented to address this allegation. The decision by the integrity commissioner was based on a ‘balance of probabilities’ or preponderance of evidence provided by a disgruntled developer and a dishonoured ex-mayor.” “I have never been a dishonoured mayor,” Dulmage exclaimed to Antonakos and the crowd on Tuesday. “There is only one dishonoured mayor in this room and you are it!” “I would like this council to investigate his Facebook page, and I would like a written apology from him...” he added. The former mayor also asked Antonakos to resign. On Tuesday night, Thorbjornsson publicly apologized for his role in the affair. “I was approached by then Coun. Redmond demands resignation

Coun. Sean Redmond found the allegations against the mayor and the findings of Swayze in his report to be that of a “soap opera.” “It is totally mindboggling, disrespectful, reprehensible, void of any and all morals, ethics and common decency,” he said. A 2015 letter from the mayor to council members, which was obtained by this newspaper and reported on in a Jan. 28, 2016 story, noted a breach of in-camera information occurred on Nov. 25, “with the disclosure of sensitive information by a member of this council to a member of the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital board.” Antonakos wrote: “This recent breach of in-camera proceedings has now put into question the integrity of our council and our ability to conduct the business of our municipality.” “Due to the nature and complexity of this breach of trust, I would ask

that each council member reflect on their role on this council,” he stressed. “If there is anyone who feels they are unable to continue to serve in the best interest of our community, I would ask that they step forward and resign from this council as soon as possible.” On Tuesday night, Redmond called the letter “the turning point.” “I respect the office of the mayor, but I can no longer respect the individual currently occupying it...man up and do what you demanded of your colleagues in that letter,” he stated. Redmond claimed the mayor continually attempted to divide council so he could “manipulate our decisions to suit your hidden agendas.” However, it has had the opposite effect, and it has brought the remaining members of council closer together.” “I ask you now to do the only honourable thing, the only honourable thing our residents will accept and the only honourable thing your coun-

cil colleagues and our community demands,” Redmond added. “Resign immediately as the mayor of Carleton Place.” The mayor’s letter also made Thorbjornsson “stand up and shed some light on Louis.” “People who live in glass houses should not throw stones,” Thorbjornsson said in an interview with the Canadian Gazette in 2016. He noted: “I wholeheartedly supported Louis in his campaign (for mayor), only to be extremely disappointed...realizing too late that Louis was only good at criticizing and pointing out problems and other people’s shortfalls.” In his Facebook post on May 4, Antonakos said: “With full respect to the process and the integrity commissioner, I accept Mr. Swayze’s recommendation and will move forward knowing that due process has been served in accordance with his mandate.”

CHURCH DIRECTORY Please submit all changes for the directory to Cheryl Johnston at 613-706-8334 or email to cheryljohnston@metroland.com

Zion-Memorial United Church 37 Franklin Street • 613-257-2133 10:30 am Morning Worship 10:30 am Sunday School & Nursery FULLY ACCESSIBLE Minister: Rev. Judith Evenden, M.Div. WARM WELCOME TO ALL! Almonte Presbyterian Church 111 Church St. 613-256-2184 apc@trytel.com Minister, Rev. Barry Carr Mr. George Stewart Organist and Choir Director 11:00 am – Worship Service & Sunday School Celebrating 183 years in Mississippi Mills All Welcome

Ottawa Valley Vineyard Church Loving God, Loving People, Having Fun When: 10:30 am SUNDAY Carleton Place High School 613-257-6045 www.ovv.ca

Hallelujah, He is Risen Family Service – Sunday,10am If you are seeking a reason for hope, please connect with us. We have Sunday Services 10:00 am–11:15 am. Refreshments and fellowship time after the services. And 2 stimulating Study Groups mid week. DELICIOUS SPAGHETTI DINNER JOIN US! Thursday, May 25. Enjoy our tasty meat or vegetarian sauces, Garlic bread, Parmesan cheese. FREE will offering. All net proceeds go to CP Hospital MRI. Bring family, friends to a wonderful fun evening meal, and we do the dishes! 5:00PM - 7:00PM 117 Victoria St., Carleton Place For more information please call Rev. Dave Kemp, 613-257-5490. We are a Biblically faithful, Gospel sharing parish in the Anglican Church in North America. www.eternalhopechurch.org

Christ Church Ashton

SATURDAY SERVICES 117 Victoria St. Carleton Place Sabbath School: 9:30 am Divine Service: 11:00 am 613-257-5109 Pastor: Didier Fourny contact@carletonplaceadventists.org www.carletonplaceadventists.org

The Lighthouse

355 Moffatt Street Carleton Place • 613-257-4255 www.facebook.com/LighthouseFMC/ Adult Bible Study Sunday 9 a.m. Sunday Service 10 a.m. Prayer Meeting Tuesday 7 p.m. Monday & Wednesday evening Bible Studies (call for details) Outdoor Prayer Box for anonymous requests Senior Pastor: Doug Anderson

Harvest Community Church Church meets: Calvary Christian Academy, 9749 Hwy 15, Franktown

When: EVERY SUNDAY AT 10:42 am (Children’s service also at same time) Phone: (613) 255-6429 • Email: info@harvestcc.ca Web: www.harvestcc.ca • Pastor: Chad Monaghan

St. James “The Anglican Church in Carleton Place” 225 Edmund Street, Carleton Place, Ontario 257-3178 Sunday, May 21, 2017 Sixth Sunday of Easter 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. Choral Eucharist Thursday, May 25 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rector The Rev’d. Brian Kauk Website - stjamescarletonplace.org Fully accessible; children welcome at all services!

8948 Flewellyn Rd Ashton, Ontario K0A 1B0 613-253.2878 Holy Week: Sunday Eucharist: 8:00am and 10:00am Please visit our nearly new shoppe “God’s Got Your Covered” Check our website for dates & times shoppe is open. Rector Rev’d Kerri Brennan Please check our website for services and events at www.ccashton.org

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Almonte United Church 106 Elgin Street, Almonte Tel: 256-1355 - Rev. Mary Royal Organist & Music Director: Neil Milnes 10:30 am – SUNDAY WORSHIP & Sunday School Website: www.almonteunited.com Email: office@almonteunited.com Tuesday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon (Check Website for Summer Hours) For Transportation call the office.

St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church 28 Hawthorne Ave., Carleton Place Fr. Augustine Mendonça, 613-257-1284, 613-257-1630 MASS SCHEDULE Saturday 5 pm • Sunday 9 am & 11 am Handicap Access

By the river, we are growing 62 Clyde St., Almonte Whoever you are, wherever you find yourself on your journey of faith, there is a place for you here. Please consult our web site for service times and other info www.stpaulsalmonte.ca

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

Ashton-Munster Pastoral Charge The United Church of Canada Fully Accessible ashtonmunsterchurch.ca for more information Everyone Welcome. Child Care provided.

Reformed Presbyterian Church 273 Almonte St., Almonte Sunday Service at 10:00 a.m. Weekly small groups and youth group Church Office: 613-256-2816 www.hillsiderpc.ca

St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church 28 Hawthorne Ave., Carleton Place Fr. Augustine Mendonça, 613-257-1284, 613-257-1630 MASS SCHEDULE Saturday 5 pm • Sunday 9 am & 11 am Handicap Access

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Mississippi Mills is continuing its goal of beautifying downtown Almonte and preserving its heritage with the newest expansion of the Riverwalk. David Lashley and Amelia Kebbel of Lashley & Associates, who were charged with preparing the concept plan for the Riverwalk extension to Coleman Island were at the May 2 council meeting to show council their vision for the project. To include a nod to the town’s history with the Almonte Mill Worker’s Walkway, Lashley &amp; Associate began working on its design last fall. “Being from the area myself, it’s nice to see great things happening in the community,” noted Lashley. “Having the Riverwalk already, this new addition to the Riverwalk is a fantastic opportunity.” The extension, keeping a 1.8-metre wide stone dust path along the Mississippi River, will wind from Coleman Island Park at Wellington St., connecting with the trail at the end of Carleton St., extend across a

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private bridge and “all the way up an escarpment to the tip of what is Bank St.,” Kebbel explained. An existing dam/weir along the river serves as an ideal spot for a timber look-out structure with railings, plaques and bench seating. At Bank St., a trail entrance node with signage and landscaping is also planned. Areas for bike parking and further viewpoints of the river will also be showcased along the route and its anticipated the pathway will connect with the future Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail. “There will be a low maintenance, neutralized landscape palette,” Kebbel stated. Perhaps the most notable aspect of the planned extension is the Mill Worker’s staircase and viewing platforms. “The Mill Worker’s Staircase is a very interesting component of the project,” Kebbel remarked. “It mimics the staircase that led mill workers down to the mill.” This project will maintain the features of the original Riverwalk, built out from 2002 to 2010, including precast flagstone pavers, a variety of accessible bench seating types, lampposts, interpretive and di-

rectional signage and plaques, as well as waste, recycling and pet waste receptacles for users. Mayor Shaun McLaughlin noted the design for the staircase had changed. “That’s up to more discussion whether it becomes a ramp or a staircase,” said Kebbel. “... To get up that high (14 feet), a sinking structure is best.” Impressed with the design, Coun. Denzil Ferguson was concerned about the costing of the project, which is estimated at $310,000. The most expensive feature is the staircase, anticipated to top $100,000. “I assume that out of all of this, there’s opportunities to cherry pick?” he asked. Lashley said that was the intent. “We’ve given you the real order of magnitude,” he explained. “It’s done in contractor style; what would look best if it was built by contractors and how you phase it and fund it.” Coun. Alex Gillis, who sits on the Riverwalk advisory committee, admitted the estimate for all the work is “scary.” “But to put it into perspective, it’s a long-term project,” he said. “Phase one, from 2002 See RIVERWALK page A/CP14

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from seed right to table with intergenerational and community programming.” Proposed dimensions for the oven are a width of 81.5 inches and 81.5 inches in length. The brick structure will sit on a gravel surround. It’s estimated cost is $7,500 including a shelter. “Jeff Mills submitted a grant proposal to The Elizabeth Kelly Library Foundation Inc. and the foundation is generously supporting the project almost in full,” Harris explained in her report. The remaining funds will be realized through volunteer donations of time and monies, an oven building course, and “the local high school (Almonte and District High School) will be supporting this project by building the post and beam shelters,” Harris stated.

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The Mississippi Mills fire and planning departments have also reviewed the proposal to ensure it meets bylaw, zoning and health and safety criteria. Coun. Denzil Ferguson was concerned the oven would be similar to an outdoor furnace. “I did call the fire department today after reading this and we discussed it. My concern is that this was an outdoor furnace and they assured me it was not,” he said, also wondering about installing a community oven in Pakenham. “This is definitely phase one (of the project),” noted Mills. “I haven’t had the conversation yet with Pakenham, but we’re also talking about the potential of having one in Smiths Falls, so we have to have community conversations around that.” It’s anticipated the Almonte oven could be in place by Canada Day weekend.

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, as long as you keep trying your best, you will come out on top. Now you just have to have a little more confidence in yourself. Choose a motivational song as your anthem.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, even if you stumble, you will have an opportunity to regain your footing. Do not shy away from taking a few chances here and there. You can handle what’s in store.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Talk about big plans with someone close to you, Sagittarius. This person might have some wise words to share, or may just be the sounding board you need right now.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Try something new, Taurus. What is the worst that can happen? If you find you do not like the activity, then check it off your list and embrace a new opportunity.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 This may be one of those weeks when nothing seems to bother you, Virgo. The bad stuff just rolls off your back, and everything seems to keep you smiling.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Mistakes are a key to learning, Capricorn. Don’t let minor hiccups derail you from the larger plan. Otherwise, your momentum may get seriously stalled.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, think about reconnecting with an old flame. Even if the connection is purely platonic, the stroll down Memory Lane might be good for you.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, weigh all of your options before making a major commitment. Once you move forward, you may not have much room to turn things around.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Confidence is the key to just about anything, Aquarius. This week you have it in abundance. At this point, you can probably sell ice to eskimos, so put your luck to good use.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, this week may be a turning point for you in your life. Although you feel ready for the changes that are in store, you may have to adapt a bit more once they’re here.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, someone is trying to tell you something but you may not be receiving the message just yet. Settle in and the message may dawn on you at a later time.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 A career move may be imminent and it could be worrying you, Pisces. After the first few days, things will be smooth sailing.

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The family of Jo Creighton (Jarvis) invites you to share in wishing her a Happy 29th (90th) Birthday at the Lanark Legion on Sunday, May 21st from 1 - 4 pm. Come share some old memories while making a new one. Everyone is asked to bring a smile and best wishes only. Anyone not bringing a smile will be designated a party-pooper and asked to leave.

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HAPPY 35th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Greg and Louise James Love from your Family

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Please join us for a Birthday Celebration in Honour of Rev. Bruce Ross’s 90th Birthday drop in on Saturday, May 27 1:00 – 4:00pm at the Delta Agricultural Hall 110 Mill Creek Drive, Delta Everyone Welcome

HAPPY 50th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY To Paul and Linda Moran On May 20th, 2017 All our love from you family near and far. ANNIVERSARY

HAPPY 30TH BIRTHDAY Danielle Poelstra May 18, 2017 Love from all your family

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Stag and Doe in honour of Tanya Boyd and Brian Lane Friday May 26, 2017 7 pm – 1 am Carp Agricultural Hall 3790 Carp ON $5 Tickets available at the door

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Happy 75th Birthday Jill Carter May 18, 2017 Still a Champion Love from all your family

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HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY May 19, 2017 Orval Love Marg and Family Open House 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday May 21, 2017 Home of Marg and Orval Adam 2658 Ferguson’s Falls Rd. R.R.#1 Lanark, ON Best Wishes Only Please

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BUCK AND DOE For Peggy Tye and Chad Bernicky Saturday May 27, 2017 7 pm – 1 am At the Smiths Falls Legion Upstairs

It is hockey themed so wear your favourite team! There will be a penalty box. Also many games, a photo booth, DJ Johnny Five, COMING MARRIAGE games, food, fun, friends, family and a grand prize for a mini staycation for 2 with your ticket to get in. Please no kids. Tickets $10 each at the door.

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MERKLEY - TIEKSTRA Landon along with his grandparents John and Join us to celebrate Marilyn Merkley and Fred and Sonya Tiekstra the 90th Birthday of invite you to celebrate the marriage of MARG YELLEN Melissa Ann Merkley and May 28th, 2017 from 1pm to 4pm Stephen Christopher Tiekstra. Hanley Hall Parish Centre Reception at the Royal Canadian Legion 30 McGill St. N., Smiths Falls 26 Beckwith St E Perth Best Wishes Only. June 10,2017 @ 8:00 pm. Your presence is the best present. Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 32 - Thursday, May 18, 2017

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Mervyn and eMily Tripp Happy 70th Wedding anniversary on May 24, 2017, to Mervyn and emily Tripp of almonte, Ontario. Mr. and Mrs. Tripp said “I do” on May 24, 1947, and just as they promised with their vows on that special day, they are still loving and looking after each other. To a very special couple, with love from your whole family.

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Thank you The immediate family of the late Margaret McDonald would like to thank extended family, and friends for their kindness and support during this difficult time. We appreciate all the gifts of food, flowers, cards, phone calls, visits, online condolences, and donations made. Ron and Lynn Dowdall and family

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We would like to express our gratitude and appreciation to family and friends for their kindness and support during our time of sorrow with the passing of our father and husband, Albert Hoppins. We were overwhelmed with the generous donations made to St. John’s Anglican Church and CHEO in his memory, cards, flowers and words of sympathy paid tribute to what a special husband, father, grandpa and poppy he was. He was a true friend to many in the Community, always there to help in any way or just to listen. We were blessed to have Canon Jim Roberts officiate Albert’s service. They worked side by side for many years and they truly were a team. Thank you to Sterling Bennett for his musical leadership by honouring Albert with his favourite, uplifting songs. Our thanks to Dale, Alex and Ryan from Lannins for accommodating our family at a time when we were dealing with many hardships. Thank you to the ladies from the Legion and ACW Groups A&B for providing a lovely luncheon. We are especially thankful to Dr. Hendry and the nurses at SF Hospital who went above and beyond to keep Albert comfortable and honour his wishes. Your compassionate care will always be remembered. Doreen and family

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I would like to thank my family and all my friends at Tay Gardens for all the well wishes that I received. Your thoughts and prayers were really appreciated while I was in the hospital. Catherine Quinn

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Dowdall, Lois Frances (nee Roe) February 11, 1924 – May 13, 2017

The family of Anne Ashton wishes to sincerely thank friends and family for their encouraging words, prayers, floral arrangements, mass cards, food and charitable donations in memory of our dear Mom and Grandma. We were grateful for the compassionate guidance from the staff of Irvine Funeral Home, Brockville, and Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth, with special mention to Brent Irvine. Deepest appreciation to the pallbearers for their service and also to Father McNally for his comforting message at Mom’s funeral. Thank you to all who proviced the beautiful music in the Church and to the ladies who prepared and served the delicious meal after the funeral. We would also like to acknowledge the wonderful care provided by her doctors and by the dedicated caregivers at Carolina Suites, PCCC, and GWM Hospital during the past months.

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The family of Lorena Shelly would like to thank friends and family for their condolences, cards and flowers at this difficult time. It was nice to meet her friends from her square dancing group, horse loving friends, friends from Tim Horton’s and her former co-workers and hear your stories of Lorena. Thanks also to O’Dacre Funeral Home for your guidance and support, Mrs. Vaters for her compassionate service. Also thanks to the pallbearers nieces Carol and Wendy, nephews Greg, Stanley, Grant and family friend Dwayne White. Thank you also to the ICU staff and the nurses and support staff on the 2nd floor of the Great War Memorial Hospital during her last days. Your kindness was appreciated. Thank you! Brian, Betty and Candace Shelly, her sister June (Archie) Ferguson and her brothers Mervin (Sib), Eber (Aileen) Conboy

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THANK YOU The family of the late Delmer Wark would like to thank everyone for all of their love and support at the time of our loss. Thanks for the phone calls, messages, cards, floral arrangements, and donations to the Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation (Digital Imaging Equipment) in Dad’s memory. Special thanks to Dr. Quackenbush, Dr Rytwinski and the staff of Fairview Manor and Almonte General Hospital for the wonderful care Dad received over the past few years. You will never know the peace of mind we all felt when Dad was in your care. Thanks to Rev. Rod Bennett for giving Dad such a personal and touching send off. Your support during this difficult time was greatly appreciated. We’d also like to thank Reg, Josh and the staff of the C.R.Gamble Funeral Home for all they have done to make this difficult process a whole lot easier to bear. Thanks to Gwen Wark and her staff for the luncheon after the service. We are truly appreciative of each and every one of you. Kind Regards, Sheila, Randy, Julie and families.

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Suddenly at Perth Hospital on Tuesday, Passed away peacefully at the Smiths Falls Hospital on Monday, May 15, 2017 at the age of 62. Loving mother of Jonathan (Naomi) Carson. Proud grandmother of Tatika. Mary is predeceased by her parents Leslie and Ruth (nee Younie) Carson. She will be fondly remembered by her sisters, Joan (Pierre Gagnon) Carson, and Pat (Jim) Pezzack as well as her niece and nephews Tara, Darryl and Marc. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Saturday, May 27, 2017 from 2 p.m. until the time of the service in the Chapel at 3 o’clock. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery where she will be at rest with her parents. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church.

Surrounded by the loving presence of her family, as the result of a series of falls and most recently a fractured hip, Lois Frances Booth Roe passed away in the Queensway Carleton Hospital on May 13th, in her 94th year. Adored wife for 67 years of the late Russell (2011), the love of her life, whom she has missed each and every day. Caring daughter of the late Ernest Roe and Ruby Mulligan – the third of their ten children. Forever loved, appreciated and now deeply missed Mother of Elvyn (late Arlene), Linda (Lothar Klimpel), Joan (Jim Bradley), Laurie (Rick Beerens) and Joyce (Brian Vent). Cherished Granny to six grandchildren who gave her much joy and laughter - Mark (Casey) and Cory (Lindsay) Bradley; Tania (Ryan) and Caitlin Ardley; Caleigh and Tahra Flegg. Very special and fun-loving “GG” of Jack and Kendall Bradley and Olivia and Cohen Larocque, who brought her pure pleasure. Caring and respected Mother-in-Law of Brian Flegg, Paul Ardley, and Peter Popowicz. Predeceased by brothers and sisters Gerald and Dorothy Roe, Thelma and Leonard Moore, Glenys and Gerry Smallshaw, Eleida and Bernie Devine, Keith, Hillis and Verna, and Marlyn Garland. Dearly loved by Reg and Lesley Roe, Lorraine and Mel Hanna, sisterin-law Mary Roe and brother-in-law Garth Garland. Affectionately remembered by her nieces, nephews and very special friends, including many at Stillwater Creek Retirement Community. Lois’s credo was simply “The Golden Rule” – seldom spoken, routinely practiced, with a characteristic quiet smile, subtle wit, compassionate ear and helpful heart. Resourceful, industrious, determined, accomplished, unassuming and engaged throughout her life in so many varied pursuits, her primary focus never wavered from ensuring her family felt secure in their roots and encouraged to find their wings. We are so grateful for her life and her legacy. Our family extends heartfelt thanks to all of the staff at Stillwater Creek Retirement Community for their love, support, encouragement and kindness over the years – particularly during the past few months. We are very grateful to Dr. Roger Drake for his continued kind and attentive care and to Dr. Christopher Brown and the nursing staff of the Queensway Carleton Surgical Floor for their compassionate support. Lois was an active life-long member of her community with a deep devotion to her church. If you wish, memorial donations in her honour to Christ Church Ashton or Munster Union Cemetery would be appreciated. Or, as Lois would suggest, “Just do a good turn for somebody.” Friends called at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place on Tuesday, May 16, 2017 from 1 - 3 p.m. and 6 – 8 p.m. Funeral service Wednesday in the chapel at 11 a.m. Interment immediately followed at Munster Union Cemetery. “A life well-lived, a woman well-loved” www.barkerfh.com

Passed away at Lanark Lodge Long Term Care, Perth, Ontario, on Friday, April 14th, 2017, Norma Marjorie Preston (nee Lee), daughter of the late William Melville Lee and Marjorie Lillian (nee Roffey) Lee, and older sister of Nancy Adeline (nee Lee) Potter. Born in Lanark Village on April 28, 1932, she attended Lanark Public School where she excelled in math and science. Some of her fondest childhood memories growing up in the village included ice skating on the Clyde River with classmates and performing in school plays. She attended high school in Perth, returning to her home in the village every weekend. Her father was owner of Lee’s Hardware Store, which attracted customers from all over the region and was sadly lost in the Lanark fire in 1959 (along with the family home). After she graduated in 1949 she attended The School of Nursing at Toronto General Hospital, graduating in 1953, and continuing to work there until 1973. She held an interest in automobiles and car racing in the 1950s and 60s which she shared with her first husband, Gerald Robert Helm. She enjoyed travelling whenever possible including trips to England, Spain and the Caribbean. Accompanied by her second husband, Kenneth Holden Preston (1974-2004), they continued to travel, as well as wintering for many years in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Norma’s dinner parties were renowned her whole adult life as she was an imaginative and amazing hostess. Norma and Ken lived in King City, Ontario, where they both enjoyed a close group of friends and continued to host large and elaborate dinner parties. They were both enthusiastic and avid golfers, being members of the Nobleton Lakes Golf Club for many years. She was an avid gardener and her pride and joy was her rose garden, which flourished under her expert care, and she also had a life-long love of jazz music, and all cats. Norma and Ken moved to Perth in 2002 where she was returning to her roots - and to family and old friends, especially her sister Nancy, and her late partner Frank Dickie. She leaves behind her nieces and nephews, Randy, Valerie (Greg), Colin (Glynis) and Laura (Adam), as well as grand nieces Catherine, Cindy (Suri), Becky, Victoria and Julia. She will also be missed by Ken’s three son’s John, Robin and Tony Preston and their families in Alberta. A memorial gathering was held in the Blair & Son Family Centre on Saturday, May 27th, 2017 from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. with a sharing of memories at 3:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations to LAWS (Lanark Animal Welfare Society) or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Tyhy Henryka (Hennia) Tyhy nee Dybala

Hennia passed away peacefully in the comfort of her family’s presence, at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Thursday, January 12, 2017 in her 66th year. Beloved wife of Dennis Tyhy. Loving mother of Lori (Stephen) Ossinger and Steven (Angela) Tyhy. Precious Nana of Jackson and Grayson Ossinger, Branden, Ana and Celia Tyhy. Predeceased by her parents Zygmunt and Cacilia Dybala, and sister Mila Jefferies. Loved sister of John (Diane) Dybala and Susan (Brent) Bygrove. Fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2017 at 12:00 noon at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Ontario Lung Association. 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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King William Garry “Billie” King

Billie passed away peacefully at the Great War Memorial Hospital, Perth, on Monday, May 15, 2017. Bill was in his 73rd year. Billie was predeceased by his father, Albert and brother in law, Don Wakeling. He was a proud father to his son, Daryl (Lauren) and daughters, Kellie (Issac Hudson), and Andrea (Jeff) Young. He was the loving son of Myrtle (nee Yuill). Billie will be missed by his sisters Erma (Bill) Pretty, of Smiths Falls, Carmel Wakeling, of Perth, Adelene (Jim) McCord, of Perth, and his brother, Steven, of Clayton and sister in law, Beverly. Billie will be remembered fondly by his nieces and nephews. From a young age, Billie knew that he wanted to work with his hands, even if it meant they got dirty, as an automotive mechanic. So he completed the required courses and apprenticeship in Ottawa; as a result, Billie started up his first shop on Lombard Street, Smiths Falls, in his forties. He enjoyed his career working in several other dealerships and garages throughout Lanark County, also. A celebration of Billie’s life will be held on Friday, May 19, 2017, at the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, 15 Victoria Street, Perth, Ontario beginning with visitation from 10 am to 11:45 am. Funeral service will be held in the chapel at 12 noon, officiated by Rev. Rodney Bennett. Following his funeral, interment will be held at the Guthrie United Cemetery, Clayton, Ontario. For those wishing to honour Billie’s memory, donations to the GWM Hospital Foundation or the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

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Sheila Diane Peacefully, surrounded by family at the Almonte General Hospital on May 7, 2017 at the age of 74. Beloved wife of the late Glyn Morris. Loving sister of Peggy Jean (Dick) Blackwell. Cherished aunt of Richard Boyd Blackwell and Tracy Jean (David) Caughell. Great aunt of Stuart Russell and Kayla Jean Olivia Caughell. Predeceased by her parents Archie and Jean Dick. Teacher for 35 years, mostly spent at M.M. Robinson High School in Burlington, Ontario. Volunteer for Animal Aid, Burlington. Private family arrangements. In Sheila’s Memory, please consider supporting your local pet therapy program or donations to the Almonte General Hospital Foundation or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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1918-2017 Peacefully and surrounded with family, at Almonte Country Haven, May 9, 2017. Marjorie Buttrum of Almonte, in her 98 year. Beloved wife of the late Cyril Owen Buttrum and dear partner, later in life, to the late Jack Barr. Much loved mother to the late Ralph (Ginny) and to Keith (Cheryl). Dear grandmother to Vicky Buttrum, Debbie Buttrum, Maggie Buttrum, Angie Buttrum and Ben Buttrum and five great grandchildren. Marjorie had an incredible sparkle that she brought to everything she did, whether it was volunteering for the Hub & Country Haven, baking for any occasion that required it or helping anyone who needed it at a moments notice. Our sincere thanks to all the staff at Almonte Country Haven for all their loving care of our dear Marjorie. In celebration of Marjorie’s life there will be a memorial service at the Almonte United Church on May 12 at 2 pm. For those who may choose to make a memorial donation in honor of Marjorie please consider Hub Hospice Palliative Care.

WWII - Stormont, Dundas and G l e n g a r r y Highlanders Infantry Regiment Passed away peacefully at the Smiths Falls Hospital on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at the age of 88. Beloved husband for over 49 years of the late Carolyn (nee Hollier) who predeceased Ian in 2014. Loved father of the late Heather Fraser and Laurie (Scott) Bedford. Sadly missed by his grandchildren Fraser, Joey and Ethan Bedford, Nicole (James) Whitehorne and great-grandsons Emmet and Ray Whitehorne. Ian was the eldest brother of Sheila (Terry) McDermid, Janet (Wesley) Stitt and Doug (Pat) Fraser and is predeceased by his brother Allan and Allan’s wife Mary. Ian will be sadly missed by his sister-in-law Pamela (Bjarne) Carlsen as well as his many nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. Ian was a proud member of the Smiths Falls RCAF Club and Royal Canadian Legion and spent countless hours volunteering with the Evergreen Avenue in Smiths Falls. He was a dedicated member of the Westminster Presbyterian Church and also spent much of his time in the winter at the Smiths Falls Curling Club. Family and friends were received in a celebration of Ian’s life at the Royal Canadian Legion, Smiths Falls on Saturday, May 13, 2017 from 1 to 4 p.m. A private graveside service will take place at Hillcrest Cemetery at a later date. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Westminster Presbyterian Church or the Smiths Falls Hospital Foundation. 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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McIntosh, Gordon Peacefully at the Carleton Place Hospital on Sunday, May 14, 2017. Gordon McIntosh of Carleton Place, in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of the late Wilma. Dear father of Helen Robinson (Wayne), Joan Hoffman (John), Joyce Burgess (Ron) and Jim McIntosh (Colette). Fondly remembered by 6 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Margaret Craig. Predeceased by 5 brothers and 2 sisters. Friends may visit the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Ave., Carleton Place on Wednesday, May 17, 2017 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, at 2 p.m. Interment at Guthrie United Cemetery, Clayton. For those desiring, donations to the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beautiful wife, daughter and sister, Kimberly Louise O’Brien. With the courage of her lifetime and surrounded by our love, Kim left us on Wednesday evening, May 10th, 2017. She was only 31. Beloved wife of Ryan Valente. Cherished and adored daughter of Andrée Morel (Donald Cameron) and amazing older sister of Christine O’Brien (Paolo De Angelis). Predeceased by her Dad, François O’Brien. Loved stepsister of Crystal McLeod (Les) and Cory Cameron (Amanda) and aunt of Ava and Mason McLeod. Dear daughter-in-law of Vince and Joan Valente and sister-in-law of Josh Valente (Amanda Kazmieczak) and Lindsay Valente (Gerry Boudreau). Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and so many wonderful friends. Family and friends were invited to join us during visitation at the Kelly Funeral Home, 580 Eagleson Road, Kanata on Monday evening, May 15th from 6 to 9 p.m. and again on Tuesday morning, May 16th from 9:30 until 10:45. A Service to celebrate Kim’s life journey took place in the funeral home chapel on Tuesday morning at 11 o’clock. In memory of Kim and in keeping with her wishes, please consider a donation in lieu of flowers to YACC (Young Adult Cancer Canada – www.youngadultcancer.ca/kim). In the care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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Ten-Oever, Gerdina Hendrika (nee Buiting) September 5, 1915 – May 10, 2017

Passed away peacefully at the wonderful age of 101yrs. Gerdina was born in Warnsveld, Netherlands. Gerdina was a devoted wife to her late husband Joseph and is remembered as a caring and loving “Mama” and “Oma”. She always had a warm smile and joyous greeting for everyone she met. Her strength and happy disposition was an inspiration to all who knew her. She will be dearly missed by her children José (Brian Garland); Emil (Gail Berubé); Alfred (Jessie Cyr) and her grandchildren Devin (Rhea) and Keira. She will be missed and lovingly remembered by her sisters Wilhemina Van Ginkel and Thresia Teunissen; and also Reby Masangcay and her family; and her many nieces and nephews and friends both here and in the Netherlands. A private family gathering will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to your favorite charity. www.barkerfh.com

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Velma J. Brunton (nee: Lewis), age 89, passed away peacefully May 16th, 2017. Velma was predeceased by her husband Herbert Nairn Brunton (March 15th, 2017), her sister Reta Stinson and brothers Lindsey and Carl. She is survived by her children Marilyn Brunton (Don Walsh), Valerie (Tom Paszkowski) and Wayne (Stacey Price). Adored by her seven grandchildren: Lisa, Dawn (Nick), Megan (Brandon), Suzanne, Ian (Brittany), Gillian, and Caitlyn (Colin) and her great-grandson Findlay Nairn. Vivacious Velma’s energy and positive attitude were inspirational, while her clever sense of humour kept everyone from taking themselves too seriously. Velma will be sadly missed by her family, friends and all who knew her. The family will receive visitors at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Thursday, May 18th, 2017 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. A celebration of Velma’s life will be held in the Chapel on Friday, May 19th at 10:30 A.M. followed by a reception in the Blair & Son Family Centre. In remembrance of Velma, the family would appreciate donations be made to the Ottawa Heart Institute or the Salvation Army. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Enid Christine Parks (Wilson)

Enid passed away peacefully on Mother’s Day, Sunday May 14th, 2017 at the wonderful age of 100 years. She was born on April 16th, 1917 to Frederick James and Mary Alice (Thornton) Wilson. Enid was the beloved wife of Robert Alexander (Sandy) Parks who predeceased her in 1971. She was also predeceased by her sisters Jean McNaughton, Anne Wark and Marion Winfield and her daughter-in-law Joan. Enid will be sadly missed by her daughter Linda (John) Moore and sons Fred (Holly) and Bob Parks. She will be fondly remembered by her grandchildren Karen (Shawn) Dilley, Lesley (Sam) Steele, Wilson Parks, Harrison Parks, RahelLeigh Peckett (Richard Hanet) and great grandchildren Jake, Kate, Victoria and Thomas, nieces and nephews, her brother-in-law Harold Conlon and cousin Lois Nicol. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Wednesday, May 17th, 2017 from 2:00 to 6:00 P.M. Funeral service will be held in the First Baptist Church, Perth on Thursday at 10:30 A.M. Following the service a reception will be held in the Blair & Son Family Centre. The interment will be held privately for the family in Elmwood Cemetery. In remembrance of Enid, contributions to the First Baptist Church, Perth or Lanark Animal Welfare Society would be appreciated.

MIRAULT, BARBARA

Peacefully at home on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 14th, 2017; Barbara Gail Mirault of Arnprior passed away with loved ones by her side. She was 70. Beloved and devoted mother of Patricia “Patty” Burk-Bezeau (Clarence) of Marathon; Kelly Mirault of Arnprior and Kevin Mirault (Kim Wilson) of Braeside. Cherished by her 8 grandchildren: Sean (Katherine), Katie, Kyle, Sarah (Craig), Mathew, Cameron, Aiden and Thomas and 3 great-grandchildren: Abigail, Faith and Grace. Daughter of the late Leo and Edith Desjardins. Friends are invited to join Barb’s family during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Friday, May 19th from 1 until 1:45 p.m. A Service to honour Barb’s journey through life will take place in the Pilon Family Chapel on Friday at 2 o’clock. Interment Capital Memorial Gardens, Ottawa. In memory of Barb, please consider a donation to the Arnprior, Braeside and McNab Seniors at Home Program. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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Doucett, Samuel Ross

(September 30, 2014 – May 6, 2017) Suddenly and unexpectedly in Ottawa on Saturday May 6, 2017. Beloved son of Christa Reccord and Blake Doucett. Twin brother to Abigail Grace. Precious grandson of Steve Doucett and Julie Sadler, Cheryl and Gerald Hooghiem, and Maxine Reccord Pinhorn and Norm Pinhorn. Nephew to Mark Reccord (Charlene) and Brandi Doucett-Jones (Dan). Cousin to Caleb and Anna Reccord. Also survived by the extended Doucett, Moffatt, Reccord, and Crocker families. Predeceased by grandfather Ross Reccord. Friends supported the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Friday May 12, 2017 from 5 to 8 p.m. Funeral service was Saturday at Zion-Memorial United Church at 10:30 a.m. For those who wish, a donation in Sam’s memory to the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), would be appreciated by the family www.barkerfh.com

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CARPENTER Inez May (nee Percival)

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Jeanne (nee Wing) May 11, 1939-January 21, 2017 It is with great sadness that our family must announce the passing of Jeanne. Peacefully on Saturday, January 21, 2017 while surrounded by her family. She is survived and loved by Alexander W.K Hayward of North Gower. Dear Mother to Lori Alexis, Leslie Ann, Shawn Andrew, David Alexander, Kelly Allison. Daughter of Katherine Wing (nee Stephenson) and the late David Wing, of St Jean sur-Richelieu QC. Grandmother to six beautiful grandkids; Nick, Lexi, Dustin, and Matt Weisenburg, Dan Hayward and Jordan Smits. She gave more than she ever had, loved without reservation and was kind and generous. The world has lost one of it’s miracles, a true angel. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Marlborough Community Hall, 3048 Pierce Road, North Gower, on Saturday, May 27th at 1pm. Condolences / Tributes / Donations Hulse, Playfair & McGarry www.hpmcgarry.ca 613-233-1143

Peacefully at the Arnprior & District Memorial Hospital on Sunday, May 14, 2017 in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late George Burton Carpenter. Loving mother of Cathy Wallace (Brian); Fitzroy Harbour. Cherished grandmother of Angela Rudow (Jordan); Kanata and Alison Wallace; Dubai U.A.E. Great-grandmother of Luke and Ella Rudow. Predeceased by her parents Robert and Levina Percival (nee Lane), her brothers Chester and Clarence and sister Helen Percival. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. The family would like to give their thanks to all the staff at the Smiths Falls Van Horne Retirement Home, the Arnprior Villa Retirement Home and the Arnprior Grove Nursing Home for making Inez feel at home and for truly bringing her into their hearts. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls, on Saturday, May 20, 2017 from 11:00am until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 1:00pm. Interment to follow at Hillcrest Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Arnprior & District Memorial Hospital would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

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Iris

Peacefully with her family by her side at the Kingston General Hospital on Monday, May 15, 2017 in her 89th year. Went to join her devoted husband John Edward Taylor in Heaven after only being separated a few weeks. Loving mother of Brenda (Graeme Haggett) and Mark Taylor (Wendy). Cherished Grandmother of Leah Haggett (Garry Craig), Luke Haggett (Lee-Anne), Natasha Taylor and Nicholas Taylor (Megan). Honorary grandmother of Melissa Seepersad and Luke Morrow. Treasured great-grandmother of Madison, Jackson, Kayte, Priscilla, Maelle, Charlee, Malakai and Clementine. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends are invited to visit with the family at Lannin Funeral Home on Friday, May 19, 2017 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm. A Funeral Service will be held at the Free Methodist Church, Smiths Falls, on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at 11 o’clock. Interment to follow at Hillcrest Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations to C.N.I.B. or the Free Methodist Church, Smiths Falls would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca.

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(Retired – L’Arche Arnprior) With great sadness we announce that Beverly McNab passed away peacefully at Hospice Renfrew on Friday evening, May 12th, 2017. She was 73. Beloved and devoted mother of Sharron Fillator (Scott), Deborah Kilgour and Laurie Pennie. Proud and adored “Nanny” of Jennifer Mohr (Jonathon), Stephanie Thompson (Mathew), Jessica Powell (Christopher Deacon) and “Great-Nanny” of Jack, Josh, Makenzie, Myia, Gracelynn and Maverick. Dear sister of Robert Kilgour and Barbara Kilgour. Daughter of the late Alexander and Muriel (nee Lamb) Kilgour. A generous spirit; a selfless caregiver; a pleasant soul, Bev spent much of her lifetime in the service of others. She will be missed. Friends were invited to join Bev’s family during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Wednesday evening, from 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Thursday morning from 10 until 10:45. A Service to remember Bev’s Life Journey took place in the Pilon Family Chapel on Thursday morning, May 18th at 11 o’clock. For those wishing, please consider a donation to Hospice Renfrew. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

ROBILLARD, SAnDRA

Suddenly but peacefully at home on Saturday morning, May 13th, 2017; Sandra Gail Robillard of Arnprior passed away following a lengthy illness. She was 75. Beloved wife of Raymond. Dearly loved mother of Susan Oegema (Bartleo) of Clayton; Ken Robillard and Jeff Robillard, both of Arnprior. Cherished “Grandma” of Randy Godda (April), Johnathan, Emily and Jessica Robillard and Chantal Rosien (Randy); “Great-Grandma” of Amber and Tyson and “Great-Great-Grandma” of Farah. Dear sister of Ruth Mills (Bill) of Pembroke and Margaret Lyons (Bill) of Castleford. Predeceased by her parents: Barclay and Rena (nee Bond) Moore as well as siblings: Ken, Don, Colleen and Stella. Fondly remembered by the Robillard family as well as many nieces, nephews and extended family. Private arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. For those wishing, please consider a donation to the Lung Association of Ottawa and Renfrew County. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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Joan Patricia (nee ALLEN)

John

John passed away in hospital at Lethbridge, Alberta on May 9, 2017. He was born in Carleton Place on May 2, 1944 and grew up on the family farm at Gillies Corners. He ventured off to Alberta in his teens where he fell in love with the wide open spaces and worked in the road building industry in Northern Alberta and British Columbia. John was predeceased by his parents Jacob Moulton and Helena Jane Closs, his brothers Kenneth and Cyrus. He is survived by his brother Fredrick and his siters Cora Popplewell, Margaret Whitmore, Gladys Craig and Jessie Manutacos. As per his wishes cremation has taken place. Rest in Peace DEATH NOTICE

Peacefully on April 17, 2017 in her 79th year. Beloved wife of the late Clarence (Bud) Fleming. Dear sister of Jon Allen (Carroll) and Rick Allen (Darlene). Loving mother of Randy Gibbons (Wendy) and step-mother to Anita Lowry (Myles). Loving nana to Cameron, Kayla, Stephanie, Lance and Josh. Friends and family will remember Joan for her St. Patrick’s Day birthday celebrations, her sense of humour and contagious laugh. Donations to Hospice Care Ottawa would be appreciated. A Celebration of Life will be held on June 9th at 1:00 p.m. at St. Alban’s Church, Maberly.

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IrwIn, robert ruggles In his 84th year our Dad, Poppa, Bob, surrounded by his loved ones, left us quickly and peacefully. Joining his son Stephen Ruggles (Ern) and brother’s Bill, Bruce and Barry in Heaven. Survived by his very much loyal and loved wife of 63 years Gladys Doreen (Huffman) or Gravel as he affectionately called mom, his son Scott, daughters Christine Veniotte and Julie Peskett (Dave), 7 grandchildren and 3 greatgrandchildren and his little sister Winnie Chartrand (Richard) and dog daughter Echo. It would be an understatement to say that Bob had the gift of gab and could talk anyone under the table as he quite often did as the Skate Sharpener at the Almonte Arena and playing Clayton Lob Ball. We share many great memories with Poppa at his favourite place their home/cottage on Clayton Lake. Where a Celebration of Life will be held in Irwin Park on Clayton Lake at a later date. “Be careful on that Lake Road.” And “Be good to each other” Love you Dad xo Thanks for spoiling all of us rotten And we will take good care of Mom for you. Funeral Arrangements Entrusted Into The Care of C. r. gAMble FunerAl HoMe & CHAPel InC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON 613-256-3313 Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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MOORE – In loving memory of our beautiful son Jordon Robert Moore. One year ago on the 19th of May 2016, God prepared a place for our son Jordan. His wings were ready but our hearts were not and now our hearts and lives are broken. I have written far too many of these memorials over the years but this one is absolutely surreal. Our son’s death has left a little boy without a father, our daughter-in-law without her soulmate and all Jordon’s siblings are struggling with their brothers loss. As far as his father and I go, well... it has left a giant sized hole in our life and coping is a struggle. One year, ten years, it makes no difference when you live everyday with a broken heart. How people are expected to get over the loss of a child, clearly has never lost one. We miss your smile and your laugh and your big brown eyes. What I wouldn’t do to get just one more hug from you son. Waiting to see you again is something we do everyday. Till we see you again son We love you Ziz Mom, Dad, John, Sabrina, Mer, Jaydon and all Jord’s friends Just Keeping A Real!!

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BAKER, John – In memory of our father, grandfather & father-in-law who passed away May 19, 1993. Memories are like leaves of gold, They never tarnish or grow old. Locked in our hearts You will always be, Loved and remembered, For all eternity. Missing you always, Sharon, Kevin, Meagan, April & Lynn

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Schruder Murvin Walter Schruder

Our generous and loving father went home to Glory, on Monday, May 15, 2017, in hospital, Perth, after months of failing health. Murvin Schruder, formerly of Ottawa and recently a resident of Perth Community Care Centre, at the age of 86 years. Murvin was predeceased by parents, Walter and Goldie Schruder (née Resmer), his brother, Walter, and his sisters Flora (late Charlie) Kelford and Florence and by his sister, Grace, in infancy. Also predeceased by his sister in law, Lillian (late Clifford) Buelow, brother in law, William Tate, and by his nephew Rob Peplinski. “Chuck” was the loving husband for over 62 years to Geneva Schruder (née Radtke), of Ottawa and much respected and loved father to Bert David, of Toronto, Janey (John) O’Dacre, of Perth, Nancy Schruder, and Rob Zorn, of Ottawa. Grampa Murvie will be sadly missed by Grace, Faith, Luke and Toby. Murvin will be sadly missed by his siblings: Earl (Irma), of Swift Current, Saskatchewan, Helen (late Giles) McGuire and Judy Gonu, both of Pembroke and Carl, of Eganville. Wonderful uncle to his many nieces and nephews and caring grand-uncle. Murvin was a caring and kind brother in law to Caroline (Nelson) Peplinski, Eileen (Sylvester) Peplinski, Beverly (Allan) Schroeder, all of Eganville, and Debrah (Rene) Boucher, of Ottawa. After many years of faithful service, employed as a wood-stick machine operator at the Eddy Match Company, Pembroke, for more than 25 years, Murvin moved to Ottawa, where he lived with Geneva, until 2015. Dad’s health steadily declined and subsequently so did Mom’s. Mom became a resident in long term care in Ottawa, while Dad, resided with his daughter, Janey and son in law, John and their three children, and the family hound, Maki. As time went on, Murvin’s health required numerous hospitalizations, and a short residency at Lombard Manor. With Dad’s abilities becoming less and less due to cardiac issues, he was placed at Perth Community Care Centre, where he was a resident there. In his later years, Murvin found comfort and solace in reading from the Word everyday, and his faith in God enabled him to cope with his increasing physical losses. Murvin drew close to the Lord and he gently encouraged everyone he met to also make the decision to follow Jesus as well. He was a selfless and giving father to his children, offering physical, financial, spiritual and moral support at the most pivotal times in his children’s lives. Murvin was highly gifted, with a mechanical mind, and his thirst for knowledge was simply unquenchable which was evidenced by his enjoyment of National Geographic magazines. Murvin was a very involved grandfather as well. He was a loving, nurturing and guiding mentor for Grace, Faith, Toby and Luke. Always a kid at heart, he would grab a hockey stick to join in on a street hockey game with Luke and Toby. He was so generous to his granddaughters, Grace and Faith as well, both financially and nuturingly. He enjoyed watching documentaries on PBS, loved nature, spending weekends at his beloved Cormac bush camp, which he referred to as “God’s country”, and his maple syrup production. Friends may call at the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, 15 Victoria Street, Perth, on Saturday, May 20, from 11:00 am until service time in the Chapel at 2:00 pm, with the Rev. Lewis Masserelli, officiating. Interment, St Luke’s Lutheran Cemetery, Eganville at a date in the near future. For those wishing, donations to the Christian Blind Mission, 3844 Stouffville Road, Stouffville, Ontario L4A 7X5. Alternatively, you may mark your donation for the Gideons. Psalm 73: 23-28

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SMITH, Jeffrey M June 13, 1976 – May 18, 2008 The Day God Took You Home A million times We’ve needed you A million times we’ve cried, If love alone Could have saved you You never would have died. In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place No one else can ever fill. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didn’t go alone Part of us went with you, The day God took you home. Mom, Dad, Scott, Staci, Corie, René, Taylor, Nick, Sydney and Kihara

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McDANIEL – In memory of Terry (Turk). May 17, 2011 Death is but the diamond doorway How Gods children enter home. Gateway to the golden city End of pain through which we roam Would we stay our loved ones journey To that shining, happy land? Would we stop their upward springing With a clutching, outstretched hand? Should we grudge their upward travel Just because we cannot go? Should we grieving draw them earthward From the warm and golden glow? They go where we want to journey. They are where we want to be. Let them go and bless their travel Up to heaven pure and free. Always loved and dearly missed, Betty, Wendy, Gord, Chelsea, Annie, Mom, Ryan and Christine.

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VERLA BERNICKY – In loving memory of our mother Verla Bernicky - Gone But Never Forgotten May 21, 2016 What I would not give to clasp her hand Her dear, sweet face to see; To hear her voice, to see her smile, That meant so much to me. You left behind an aching heart, That loved you most sincere. I never did, nor never will Forget you, mother dear. One year has passed since that sad day, When you were called away. God took you home. It was His will, But in our hearts you liveth still. Remembering you always, Susie, Layne, Ron, Linda & Family

IN MEMORIAM SOUTER- In loving memory of a son, father, grandpa, brother and uncle David George who passed away May 19, 2016. A million times We’ve needed you. A million times we’ve cried, If love alone, Could have saved you, You never would have died. In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place, No one else could ever fill. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didn’t go alone, Part of us went with you, The day God took you home. Loved and remembered always, Bill, Marilyn, Shanna, Josh, David, Olive, Jim, Loretta, Mike, Holly, Tim, Adeline and Ethan.

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In memory of Lyle Kenneth Manson May 25th, 1994 O what we’d give to see you smile, Or to sit and talk awhile. To walk with you up the lane, Or listen to your songs and guitar again. The things you taught us we carry on, Just know our love goes deep and strong. All our love Your family xoxoxo

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VALLIQUETTE, Bernard – In memory of a cherished father, father-in-law and grandfather who passed away May 19th 1992. Hard to believe it has been 25 years since you left us, when we still feel you so near. To some you were known as Bud, but to us simply Dad. Our memories and your stories never fade, they are with us each and everyday. Not a day goes by that we don’t smile when thinking of you and your humour too. Love: Heather and Dave Kenny and Robin Anita and George and Families

BARR, Glenn – In loving memory of a dear husband, father, and Poppa who passed away May 19, 2011. Memory keeps you always with us, Your name is still the household word, Forever in our hearts. Peg, Steve, Judy, Shane, Joanne, Kevin, Kim, Scott, Kristy, Sheldon, Donna And families

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DUNLOP, Douglas, 19422007 – Ten years have come and gone. Fond are the ties that are broken, Dear is the one that is gone, In memory we shall keep him, As long as the years roll on. As we loved him, so we miss him, In our memory he is dear, Loved, remembered, long for always, Bringing many a silent tear. “In silence we remember.” Lovingly remembered & sadly missed by Rowena, Jeff, Tammy, Brad & families

WRIGHT, Donald – In loving memory of my dear husband, our loving father, father-in-law, grandfather and great-grandfather who left us one year ago on May 20, 2016. We made our vows together, And said “Till death do us part” So when God came and took your hand, My whole life fell apart. No one knows the heartache, I try so hard to hide, No one knows how many times, I’ve thought of you and cried. When I look back upon our lives, Just one thing makes me glad, That you chose me to share with you, The precious years we had. Lovingly remembered, Never forgotten Your family Donna Randy (Sherry), Vicki (Dan) Shelley (Paul), Penny (Mark) 9 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren

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WE PAY TOP DOLLAR for all coins and paper money, gold & silver bullion and Estate sales. FREE appraisals and mobile service. Call or text: 613-297-1661, Email: sales@cointalkcanada.com.

ARE YOU TIRED of being lonely? Want to meet someone you can fall in love with? MISTY RIVER INTRODUCTIONS can introduce you to that special someone. CALL 613-2573531, www.mistyriverintros.com.

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STEEL BUILDINGS

SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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STEEL BUILDING SALE ...”MEGA MADNESS SALE!” 20X23 $5,780. 25X25 $6,312. 30X31 $8,175. 33X35 $9,407. One End Wall Included. Check Out www.pioneersteel.ca for more prices. Pioneer Steel 1-855212-7036

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EMPLOYMENT OPPS. 1st & 2nd MORTGAGES from 2.00% 5 year VRM and 2.54% 5 year FIXED. All Credit Types Considered. Let us help you SAVE thousands on the right mortgage! Purchasing, Re-financing, Debt Consolidation, Construction, Home Renovations...CALL 1-800-225-1777, www.homeguardfunding.ca (LIC #10409).

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TAP INTO HOME EQUITY! With home values skyrocketing, take advantage and pay down other high interest debt. HOME EQUITY LOANS FOR ANY PURPOSE!! Bank turn downs, Tax or Mortgage arrears, Self Employed, Bad Credit, Bankruptcy. Creative Mortgage Specialists! No proof of income 1st, 2nd, and 3rd’s Up to 85% Borrow: $50,000 $100,000

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COMMERCIAL RENT Downtown Perth, retail, office, 634 sq. ft., $550/mnth includes parking. 613-267-4935.

HALL RENTAL HANLEY HALL Corner of McGill & William Sts.

Smiths Falls Air conditioned

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Used Car Lot for rent on March Road up to 60 cars.

Call Matthew 613-290-0020 FOR RENT 1 Room for rent, 42 Church St West, Smiths Falls, full-time working quiet person, all inclusive, $120/wk. 613-812-2400. 2 bedroom apartment with balcony. Secure building. Heat, water, parking included. Seniors welcome. No dogs. Available July 1. 5 Rogers Rd., Perth. 613-267-4189. 2 bedroom large apartment in adult building. Smiths Falls, centrally located, eat-in kitchen with stove & fridge included. Laundry room in building, large living room with air conditioning. Rent included garage, heat, hydro & water. $1250/mnth. Call 613-284-4191. Almonte. Available May 24. Private room with private bathroom, shared kitchen & livingroom. $625 includes basic internet, cable, utilities, laundry facilities. Appleton inside & outside storage. Call Craig 613-253-7777 or by email at info@countycabs.com

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FOR RENT Almonte/Carp area, Room for Rent $700/month, includes parking, TV, Internet. or possiblility of whole house, on 2 acre lot (call to discuss whole house rental) References. 819-321-9397 Carleton Place, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home, with large lot in good neighborhood, $1200/mnth, heat & hydro extra. first and last required. fridge & stove included. 613-257-4627. Carleton Place, Seniors 50’s Plus Building. No smoking, no pets. First & last months rent $750.00 & up. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Call 613-863-6487 or 613-720-9860 Carleton Place- Two Bedroom(2) $840 & $860, water included, good parking, laundry onsite and resident superintendent. Call John 613-229-9737 or Barbara 613-913-1889 Colonel By Luxury adult apartments. Close to County Fair Mall in Smiths Falls. Air conditioning, exercise room, party room, library and elevator. 613-283-9650. House for Rent, waterfront, Rideau River, near Hwy 416 & Kemptville. 2+1 bedrooms, boatdock, a/c, garage, 5 appliances, no pets, non-smoker, first/last, references. $1400/mnth plus utilities, August 1/17. 613-258-5080.

Smiths Falls. 1 bedroom apartment on second floor, 1. $740/month plus hydro. Available immediately. 613-222-0816 613-686-5990. SMITHS FALLS, adults only, non-smoking, no pets, two bedroom ground level apartment on quiet McEwen Ave. Apartment has central A/C, plus washer and dryer with a large kitchen with all major appliances, living room, and family room with gas fireplace. Off street and garage parking included. $950/month plus hydro. First and last rent required plus references. Ideal for professional or retired single or couple. Available July 1st, 613-283-0787 SMITHS FALLS Large, bright, 2 bedroom upper duplex apartment. New kitchen/appliances, upgraded bathroom, recently painted throughout, new laundry room, parking. closed-in balcony off 2nd bedroom. Unfurnished. Heat included, Tenants pay Hydro. References required. $1,200 a month. call John 613-325-7781 to book a showing. Smiths Falls, upstairs 2 bedroom, fridge, stove, small balcony, back yard, parking, storage, $740 plus heat & hydro, first and last. 613-342-0829 Upper 3 bedroom apartment with laundry, available July 1, 613-250-0685

Victoria Avenue, Smiths Falls, 2 bedroom, 2nd floor apartment, heat included, available now, well maintained, in 4-plex brick Large 3 bedroom apart- building, Private and quiet ment, downtown Perth, building, clean & tidy, fridge & stove included, $715/mnth 613-283-1697 $700/mnth plus heat & hydro, very clean, no pets, ROOM / BOARD no smoking, references required, 1 year lease, Carleton Place, 1 private available now. & 1 semi private rooms, walk out basement floor, 613-267-6657. for elderly or mentally challenged person. For MORTGAGES more information call Lisa 613-253-0853.

“Attention” Homeowners • Pay off high interest debt • Renovate your home • Retire with more money • Vacations • College Education Bank mortgages: $50,000 = $184.60/mth OAC $100,000 = $369.21/mth OAC Private Mortgages: $50,000 = $250.00/mth OAC $100,000 = $500.00/mth OAC Call Four Corners Mortgages NOW! 613-345-5284 FSCO 12725 CLS468330_0504

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Smiths Falls Duplex, $149,000. 2 storey brick, 3 bedroom upper with laundry, 2 bedroom lower with porches & laundry, large corner lot, front & back lawns, garage, Call: 613-250-0685

LOTS/LAND/ ACREAGE

PERSONAL

MEDICAL CONDITION?

Alcoholics Anonymous 613-284-2696.

Get up to $50,000 from the Government of Canada. Do you or someone you know Have any of these Conditions? ADHD, Anxiety, Arthritis, Asthma, Cancer, COPD, Depression, Diabetes, Difficulty Walking, Fibromyalgia, Irritable Bowels, Overweight, Trouble Dressing...and Hundreds more. ALL Ages & Medical Conditions Qualify. CALL ONTARIO BENEFITS 1-(800)-211-3550

Classifieds Get Results! LOST & FOUND

Wanted: call me for best price on waterfront Found: tool box, Sherhomes, cottages and va- brooke St & North St. cant land. Free evaluation Perth. 613-253-8200 on request. Call Gerry Hudson personally 1-613-449-1668 Sales Representative Rideau Town & Country Realty Ltd. Brokerage 613-273-5000

NOTICES

Overeaters Anonymous 613-264-5158

LEGAL NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All persons having claims against the Estate of Daphne Irene Addis, late of the town of Kemptville, who died on or about the 9th day of March, 2017, must be filed with the undersigned Estate Trustee on or before the 3rd day of July, 2017; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed. DATED at Kemptville, Ontario this 4th day of May, 2017.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the estate of Paul Raymond Maxwell, late of the Township of Drummond/ North Elmsley in the County of Lanark, who died on the 14th day of March, 2017, must be filed with the undersigned Estate Trustee on or before the 3rd day of June, 2017; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed.

LOST INDOOR ONLY CAT Missing since November 12/13 of 2016. It is now 6 months that Neako is missing, and I am still desperately searching for him. Neako is 13 years old, Black with White Tuxedo coloring, green eyes. It is believed he was picked up by someone DATED at Perth this 3rd driving by, and taken day of May, 2017. home, and still safe Jane M. St. Denis, with “finder”, but they Estate Trustee, by her don’t know who he Solicitors, BARKER belongs to and unforWILLSON PROFESSIONAL tunately haven’t filed CORPORATION, a found cat report. 31 Foster Street, So I am still trying to Perth ON K7H IR8, spread the word to Attn: David G. Heeley. find him, and bring 613-267-2800 CLS750377 him home. Neako is extremely missed. Lost from 1012 Perth You’ll be Road Smiths Falls/ Beckwith Area. Please call Krista 613-299on the CLASSIFIEDS 4885, reward offered.

LD FOR SOSALE FOR RENT

Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? There is help available for you in AL-ANON/Alateen. Call 613-284-6100, 257-3138, 272-3105, 203-3713, 826-2566, 283-5038.

NEW SIZE FOR RENT 2x74ag

BRAND NEW APARTMENT BUILDING AVAILABLE JULY 1, 2017

2 Decaria Blvd., Perth Book your unit today! This building has an elevator and 4 Wheelchair accessible units for 1, 2 and 3 bedroom suites. Prices range from $925/mo to $1195/mo plus hydro. Landlord pays for gas heat, water and sewer. Unit sizes are from 700-1100 square feet. Units come equipped with dishwasher, air conditioning, fridge and stove. Laundry facilities on every floor. Parking for 31 cars on site. Building is camera-monitored 24-7. Call for more info 613-918-0145 ext. 505.

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78 Eric Hutcheson Rd: Spotless like new 3 bedroom bungalow, garage, pool, hottub, $211,000. Call Gerry Hudson 1-613-449-1668 Sales Representative Rideau Perth 3 Bedroom Duplex, Town & Country Realty close to downtown, yard, Ltd. Brockerage $1050+utilities, Call 613-273-5000 613-880-4419

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NOTICES

Ont. Reg. #4072302

Ticketing Agent For:

• AIR TICKETS • HOLIDAY PACKAGES

***Taxes are Included in Prices***

SYRACUSE OUTLET MALL – June 4 – great buys .......................................$55.50 KINGSTON SHOPPING – June 7 – Cataraqui Mall/Outlets on Division ......$19.25 QUILT CANADA – June 14 – Toronto – workshops, demos, marketplace .......$83.00 MYSTERY TOUR – June 28 – includes lunch, coffee break, surprises..............$89.00 DESTINY USA MALL (Carousel) – July 14 ...............................................$52.00 SYRACUSE CLASSIC CAR SHOW – July 14 – includes admission ......$86.00 KINGSTON PENITENTIARY TOUR – August 11 or Sept 23 ......................$75.00 RIDEAU CARLETON CASINO – June 6, July 4 ....$10 Voucher....... $14.50

—HOLIDAY TOURS—

ST. JACOBS – June 9-10 – Explore the Village & Market, 2 meals DANIEL O’DONNELL – Sept. 20-21 - Hamilton. Great seats Visit our website: www.echotoursandtravel.com Applicable taxes not included 284–2003 or 1-800-667-0210 9 Chambers St., Smiths Falls K7A 2Y2

HELP WANTED

BEVERLEE SABOURIN and CATHY SENTNER Estate Trustees, by their Solicitor, The Law Office of Connie Lamble, 222 Prescott Street, P.O. Box 1280, Kemptville, Ontario K0G 1J0. Attn: Connie Lamble. 613-258-0038

Seeking Directors for KDH Board

WORK WANTED

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

T.L.C.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS No job too small! Free estimates • Home Renovations • Plumbing Repairs • Painting/cleanup • Concrete work Doug Morley 257-7177

A Load to the dump Cheap! Clean up renovations, clutter, garage sale junk or dead trees brush. 613-899-7269. A Small Job or More. Renovations/Repairs. Kitchen & Bath, Tub-toshower conversions, grab bars, painting, plumbing, flooring, tile, countertops, decks. 613-858-1390, 613-257-7082. Certified Mason. 12 years experience. Chimney repair, restoration, parging, repointing. Brick, block and stone. Small/big job specialist. Free estimates. 613-250-0290. Grass cutting, yard cleanup, raking, tree & shrub pruning, fertilizing, odd jobs. Affordable, reliable service. Call Chris 613-285-4919

Kemptville District Hospital (www.kdh.on.ca) is Accredited with Exemplary Standing, the highest ranking bestowed by Accreditation Canada. Committed to building healthier communities, Kemptville District Hospital (KDH) consistently ranks among the top hospitals in Ontario for both patient and employee satisfaction. We are distinct within the provincial health system as a model for hospital-led integrated health services. We provide primary care management services, acute care hospital services, and advanced orthopaedic care, and we pride ourselves on being a good partner with other providers in the Champlain LHIN. KDH is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of 12 volunteer members and 5 ex-officio members. The volunteer members have diverse backgrounds and bring a variety of skills and areas of expertise to the team. A Board member can expect to spend a minimum of 10-12 hours per month attending meetings and performing committee work. The Board is looking for candidates for the position of Director with a commitment to community service and willingness to learn and work in a team atmosphere. Candidates must be interested in helping KDH build healthier communities; residence in the municipality is not a requirement. Previous experience on a non-profit board, especially in a health or social-service sector, is an asset. Skills gained from a legal, HR, IT and/or a small business background are preferred. To apply, please send a letter of interest with CV to lleclair@kdh.on.ca before June 2, 2017, indicating “Board of Directors recruitment” in the subject line.

Lawn & yard care, mowing, trimming, clean-up etc. 613-283-7782

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Kemptville District Hospital 2675 Concession Road Kemptville, Ontario | K0G 1J0

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2 bedroom apartment or house

Live in Luxury, female only, fully furnished, Perth, parking, fireplace, balcony, laundry, quiet bldg, available immediately. $600 all inclusive, 613-698-6589

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER

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WORK WANTED

HELP WANTED

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

DRIVERS REQUIRED

Seamless Eavestrough, renovations, deck restoration, roadside mowing, grading, painting, roofing, line painting, cottage jacking, fencing, dump runs. 613-257-8143 or 613-264-8143.

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

IT $ PAYS $

TO ADVERTISE! HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Barbers Wanted.

Barbers & Hair Stylists Needed For Our 'Award-Winning' Downtown Perth Barber Shop. You MUST Own 2 SUMMER STUDENT POSITIONS A Lawn Mower, Sheep Shears and Should be familiar with streets Several Sized Bowls. Ability to use 2 SUMMER STUDENT POSITIONS The North Lanark Community Health Centre, a part of Lanark Renfrew Health & Community and surrounding roads. Top of the Scissors And a Razor Helpful. MUST Services, has received funding from Canada Summer Jobs to hire two (2) summer students for 12 industry remuneration paid. Excellent be able to keep up an UNENDING weeks at 35 hours/week between June 5, 2017 and August 26, 2017 at $14.00/hour. Applicants STREAM of Chatter About Nothing. supplemental income for semi-retired must be between the ages of 15 and 30 and be a full time student returning to school. North Lanark Community Health Centre, a part of Lanark Renfrew Health &NO Community Liberals or Toronto Maple Leaf and retiredThe persons. Fans need apply. Seriously, excellent Please call Brett Services, has receivedThe funding from Canada Summer Jobs toand hire two (2) summer for Commission. 12 Medical Receptionist provides the initial and ongoing telephone personal reception base students hourly wage PLUS at 613-283-5555. services with community residents and business contacts of the Centre by providing courteous Full-Time and Part-Time Positions. weeks at 35 hours/week between June 5, 2017 and August 26, 2017 at $14.00/hour. Applicants and professional assistance to the Centre’s clientele and associates. The Medical Receptionist also A GREAT Sense of Humor is Required. a broad range of clerical/reception support to all components of the North Lanark must be between the provides ages of 15 and 30 and be a full time student returning to school. Call Sandra at: (613) 267-5100 or Community Health Centre. Students with experience in reception or administration, or students Email: Sandra@PerthBarber.com pursuing studies in Health Care or related fields will find this position offers valuable work Father and Sons Barber Shop experience.

Experienced Metal Roofer needed, siding, soffit, trough, would be an asset. Must be reliable. Salary negotiable according to experience. Starting immediately. Call Sacha 613-894-5211 Handyman Service looking for full time labourers to do handyman work, landscaping, cutting grass, yard cleanup. 613-267-5460. Looking for a responsible person to do summer grass cutting and winter snow removal. 613-267-2261 evenings.

The Medical Receptionist provides the initial and ongoing telephone and personal reception The Communications and Data Analysis Program Assistant will support the development of a services with community and business contacts of ofthe Centre by providing courteous Lanarkresidents County “Vital Signs” Health and Well-Being Report. The scope the work can be tailored HELP WANTED HELP WANTED to best fit the skills and experience of the successful candidate. Students who have a background and professional assistance to the Centre’s clientele and associates. The Medical Receptionist also in, or transferable skills related to community and population health, data entry and data analysis, research and report writing, community engagement, special communications provides a broad range of clerical/reception support to event all planning, components of the North Lanark and marketing, or report design and layout etc. will find this a satisfying and challenging summer work experience. Community Health Centre. Students with experience in reception or administration, or students pursuing studies in Health Care orindividuals related fields find this position Interested should reply inwill writing by noon on May 25, 2017 to:offers valuable work Jodi Halpenny, Administrative Assistant experience. Bell’s Machining Welding North Lanark Community Health Centre

CARLETON PLACE, Summer Student to cut grass and general yard and garden maintenance, Part Time, approx. 20 hours per week, at $15/hr. 613-253-1574

and Hydraulics requires

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Lanark, ON K0G 1K0 CHARTER COACH DRIVERS REQUIRED an Industrial Equipment Attn: “Medical Receptionist” or “Vital Signs Program Assistant” The Communications and Data Analysis Program Assistant will support the development of a If you have: Email: jhalpenny@nlchc.on.ca Painter BZ, or CZ Operators licence. Lanark County “Vital Signs” Health and Well-Being Report. The scope of the work can be tailored Experience an asset. Wages Clean abstract Note: Only those selected for an interview will be contacted to best fit the skills and experience of the successful candidate. Students who have a background Several years experience negotiable based on experience. Good driving record and references Benefit package available in, or transferable skills related to community and population health, data entry and data analysis, Please deliver or send your C.V. and related Drop off resume in research and report writing, community engagement, special event planning, communications person to documents to: 2044 Rogers Road 100 INDUSTRIAL AVENUE , CARLETON ON K7C 3T2 or report design and layout etc. will find this a satisfying and challenging and PLACE, marketing, Or fax tosummer 613-267-6101 NO APPLICATIONS BY TELEPHONE PLEASE HELP WANTED HELP WANTED HELP WANTED HELP WANTED work experience. or email to

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Want to work? Interested individuals should reply in writing by noon on May 25, 2017 to: Under 29 years old and Jodi Halpenny, Administrative Assistant currently not in school? North Lanark Community Health Centre Live in Smiths Falls, Almonte, 20 Robertson Drive Carleton Place or Perth? Lanark, ON K0G 1K0 We have an employment program for you! It offers:

RIDEAU PIPE & Attn: “Medical Receptionist” or “Vital Signs Program Assistant” The Town of Smiths Falls DRILLING SUPPLIES LTD. Email: jhalpenny@nlchc.on.ca (WHOLESALER OF PLUMBING, Requires a HEATING & DRILLING SUPPLIES)

Coordinator is looking to fill a Up to 60 hours of PAID ($) Note: Only thoseProgram selected for an interview will be contacted Driver position at the Heritage House Museum pre-employment preparation AZ License preferred Shuttle transportation (minimum DZ License) The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: Please remit resumes to: • Minimum grade 12 to/from our location in Perth ATTENTION • Related post-secondary education is desirable and WAREHOUSE MANAGER Sign-up today! Call us or email P.O. BOX 354 • Experience in program and event planning PERTH, ONTARIO K7H 3E4 waughs@algonquincollege.com

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Evening & Weekend hours too.

40 Sunset Blvd. Perth 613-267-1381 www.CESPerth.ca This Employment Ontario program is funded by the Government of Ontario.

Lynda McKimm, Human Resources Advisor Town of Smiths Falls P.O.Box 695 Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 4T6 E-mail: lmckimm@smithsfalls.ca “We thank all applicants for their interest in this position however only those selected for an interview will be contacted” Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 39 - Thursday, May 18, 2017

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Interested candidates must mail or email a cover letter indicating the position applying for and resume to the address identified below no later than, Friday May 26, 2017 at 12:00 noon in confidence to:

HELP WANTED Cleaners/Team Leaders for residential cleaning company based in North Gower. Mon-Fri. No evenings, No weekends. All travel paid. $ 1 2 . 0 0 - $ 1 6 . 0 0 / h r. 613-489-3993 or elitecleaning@storm.ca

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Semi-retired, all home renovations, interior & exterior, years of experience. Call Brent 613-283-6088.

HELP WANTED

or drop off at: 38 Hwy. 511 (Lanark Road) or email to info@rideaupipe.com

Healthcare Worker for attendant care $19.00 Per Hour Part-time early mornings and evenings in Carleton Place Ideal for nursing students, will train. Email resume to helpwanted63@gmail.com Lanark County Support Services requires a parttime contract Instructor in Perth. Requirements: Developmental Service Worker Diploma or Behavioural Science Technician Diploma. Must have a valid driver’s license, insurance, cell phone, vehicle and ability to work anywhere in Lanark County. Please submit resume to: Lesley Walker at LWalker_lcss@ripnet.com or 55 George St. N., Smiths Falls, ON K7A 1Z1 by May 26/17.

Guide to Area Telephone Exchanges

623 Arnprior 692 Manotick 256 Almonte 257-253 C. Place 258 Kemptville 259 Lanark 267-264-326 Perth 268 Maberly 269 Merrickville 273 Westport 272 Portland 275 Toledo 278 McDonald’s Corners 279 Sharbot Lake 283-284 Smiths Falls 342-345382-498 Brockville 359 Elgin 382 Gananoque 448 Chesterville 479 Ompah 489 N. Gower 624 Pakenham 774 Winchester 838 Richmond, Munster 924 Athens 926 North Augusta 928 Delta 989 South Mountain

HELP WANTED

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DAY-TIME, PART-TIME and OVERNIGHT SHIFTS AVAILABLE McDonald’s has immediate openings in Perth. Stop by today to fill out an application or email resume to: hiring@carterfoods.ca

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AUCTIONS

Auction Sale Lanark Civitan Hall

FULL-TIME OVERNIGHT MAINTENANCE STAFF

Thursday, May 25, 2017

McDonald’s has an immediate opening in Perth and Kemptville

ESTATE SALE Quality furniture, household, tool & much more. For listing and pictures see www.theauctionhunt.com Terms: Cash or Good Cheque

These are 8 hour shifts, 11 p.m.-7 a.m. Stop by today to fill out an application or email resume to: hiring@carterfoods.ca

Auction 5 p.m. – Viewing 4 p.m.

Auctioneer: Jim Beere

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

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Employment Opportunity

Director, Food Services

Manager, Respiratory Therapy

The Renfrew Victoria Hospital Food Services Department provides inpatient food services, operates a cafeteria, and implements programs such as healthy foods in hospitals and Meals on Wheels. The Director, Food Services is responsible for the organization and direction of the Dietary Department within the context of these functions and in accordance with the Hospital’s strategic plan.

The Renfrew Victoria Hospital Respiratory Therapy Department provides cardiopulmonary diagnostics and therapeutics to people living with lung disease. The Manager of Respiratory Therapy is responsible for the organization and direction of the Respiratory Therapy Department within the context of these functions and in accordance with the Hospital’s strategic plan.

RVH is currently seeking a highly motivated individual who has strong management and interpersonal skills, leadership ability, and several years’ experience working in a healthcare setting. Key focuses of the position include: managing the day-to-day operations of the Department; managing fiscal, human and material resources; identifying and implementing innovative approaches to achieve Departmental objectives; active participation on the hospital wellness committee; equipment procurement; and, maintaining compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements. Preference will be given to candidates that have the following,

RVH is currently seeking a highly motivated individual who has strong management and interpersonal skills, initiative, and several years’ experience working in Respiratory Therapy. Key focuses of the position include: managing the day-to-day operations of the Department; managing fiscal, human and material resources; performing procedures and therapies; identifying and implementing innovative approaches to achieve Departmental objectives; staff education; active participation on hospital committees; equipment procurement; and, maintaining compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements. Preference will be given to candidates that have the following,

(Permanent, Full Time)

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor Degree in Nutrition or equivalent; • Membership in Dietitians of Canada; • Current registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario; • Minimum of three years recent management experience in a healthcare environment; • Sound knowledge of legislative and industry standards; • Ability to make frequent independent decisions and adaptations of standard procedures; • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects, and achieve objectives within deadlines; and, • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resumes by June 2nd, 2017 at 12:00 hours to hr@renfrewhosp.com or Julia Boudreau, V.P. Corporate Services, RVH, 499 Raglan Street North, Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 1P6. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. RVH is an equal opportunity employer, committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources at (613) 432-4851.

Perth: 3 Bedroom rowhouse, new 2-storey building, 2 large balconies, 2 large decks, open concept in tiled kitchen/dining/living area, electric radiant in-floor heating (new energy efficient system), 1-1/2 bath, jet tub, free parking, coin laundry facility. Every room TV, internet, phone jacks, no water/sewage costs. $1200/month plus hydro. Available July 2017. 613-479-2164

27 May, 24 Drummond W. Perth, Cylinder grandma phone, record player, TV, coins, croquette set, collective glassware, tools, houseware and more.

TENDERS

GARAGE SALE

701 River Dr, Lanark (off Sheridan Rapids Rd), Sat May 20 & Sun May 21, 8am. Carpenter & Garden Tools, Radial Alarm & Table Saw, Ski-Doo, Fishing Equipment, Furniture, Downsizing Sale, Sat May Clothes, Dishes, Orna13 & May 20, household ments, Books and many items, office/furniture other items. items, sport/exercise equipment, auto tools, Bishops Mills Community garden, etc. 1465 Scotch- Yard Sales. Saturday, May line Road, (off CR25), Ox- 20, map available at the ford Mills, 9am-2pm. community hall after 8 Weather permitting. a.m.

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AUCTIONS

(Permanent, Full Time)

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: • Graduate of a recognized college with an accredited program in Respiratory Therapy and current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario; • Competent in all therapeutic modalities relating to Respiratory Therapy; • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; • Ability to work independently within the framework of RVH policies and procedures and the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists code of ethics; • ACLS certification; • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects, and achieve objectives within deadlines; and, • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resumes by June 9th, 2017 at 12:00 hours to hr@renfrewhosp.com or Julia Boudreau, V.P. Corporate Services, RVH, 499 Raglan Street North, Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 1P6. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. RVH is an equal opportunity employer, committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources at (613) 432-4851.

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SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF DRUMMOND/NORTH ELMSLEY Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land(s) described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on June 22, 2017, at the Drummond/North Elmsley Township Office, 310 Port Elmsley Road, Perth Ontario. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Drummond/North Elmsley Township Office, 310 Port Elmsley Road, Perth. Description of Lands: Roll No. 09 19 908 010 01100 0000; PIN 052350188(R); Part of Lot 1, Concession 5, as in Instrument No. RS69820, save and except Part 1 on Reference Plan 27R5090, in the geographic Township of North Elmsley, in the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley, in the County of Lanark. Subject to an easement as in NE5436. File No. 1501 Minimum Tender Amount: $7,478.70 Roll No. 09 19 919 025 76412 0000; PIN 051590069 (LT); Part Lot 22 Concession 12 Drummond as in DR8962 West of Quarter Sessions Rd; Drummond/N Elmsley. File No. 16-01 Minimum Tender Amount: $6,676.63 Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount. Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, boundaries or any other matters relating to the land(s) to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes, HST if applicable and the relevant land transfer tax. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender, visit: www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or if no internet access available, contact: Linda Van Alstine, Treasurer Township of Drummond/North Elmsley 310 Port Elmsley Rd, RR #5 Perth, ON K7H 3C7

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GARAGE SALE Community Garage Sale, Saturday May 27, 9-2pm, Hearns Sand & Gravel parking lot, Hwy 7 & Hwy 36, Maberly. Downsizing Sale, May 20, 8am-5pm, household items, furniture, tools, kitchen, xmas, sporting goods, L&G, 445 Ferrill Cres. Carleton Place. 29 William Street, Carleton Place, Saturday May 20. 8am-4pm. Clothing, jewelry, kitchen supplies, books, DVDs, CDs, etc. Rain Day May 21. Downsizing Sale, Saturday, May 27, 9am-5pm. Household, children’s items, furniture, auto, garden. 122 Church Ave. Follow signs at Rideau Ferry/Mile Point Roads. FRI 19, SAT 20, SUN 21, 8-8 Daily City Rd 36, Boling Broke or Rd 38 to Crow Lare Rd, to Badour Rd, follow signs. 5 sheds full antiques and collectables too much too list. All items priced worth the scenic drive. Rain or shine. I might have what you want. Funky Finds and one of a kinds. Garage Sale Saturday May 20th, 8 am. 2 John Street, Perth GARAGE SALE: May 20, 9-3, Moving and downsizing, 1999 Bedell Rd, near Oxford Mills, Rain or Shine, Something for everyone. Household items, DVD’s, Books, toys, clothes. Saturday May 20th, 8-1, 728 Stanley Rd, Perth Huge Annual Weekend Garage Sale. May 19 noon to May 21, 4 p.m., 7 Cachet Drive. Take Hwy 15 South of Smiths Falls to Poonamalie Road and follow the signs. Over 1000 items priced to sell, rain or shine. Judy’s Annual Plant & Yard Sale, tomato’s, peppers, cucumbers, cedar canoe, toys and more. 877 Pine Grove, Lanark, 8-3pm, May 20. May 20 & 21, 8 - 4 pm, 610, 3rd Concession Dalhousie., household items, tools, nails & bolts new and used lumber. May 20, 7:30 - 12, 5 Glenview Cres., Perth May 27, 9-2pm, multi family, 4241 Old Almonte Road, between Upper Dwyer Hill Road & Golden Line. Furniture, tools, household items and more Moving downsizing plus multi family garage sale. Designer cloths & sports ware & something for everyone. May 20 rain date May 21, 445 Lake Park Rd, Carleton Place. 8am-2pm. Moving Sale, Saturday June 3rd, 109 Smith Drive, Perth, 9am-3pm. Fridge, watercooler (hot and cold), tools, crystal, paintings, luggage, garden tools, 5 drawer lateral filing cabinet, many other household items. 613-326-0188

AUCTION SALE Auction Sale for the Estate of John Bryant Travel west of Spencerville on County Road 21 to Property 2907. HOLIDAY MONDAY, MAY 22 - 10:00 A.M. Deutz Allis 6265 4WD cab tractor and 465 loader; N.H. 472 haybine; I.H. mower; N.H. roll bar rake; Vicon tedder rake; Gehl 1470 TDC round baler; M.F. 224 square baler; Four hay wagons; Tube elevator; Bale spear; I.H. 130 manure spreader with new apron; Harrows; Wood trailer with hoist; Fertilizer spreader; Wallenstein BX42 wood chipper – 3 pth; Two wood splitters; Fence posts and gates; Water tanks; Round bale feeders; Poultry related items; Beam scales; Log chains; Two deer hunter’s tree stands; 7500 W generator; Air compressor; Solar battery charger; Radial arm saw; Drill press; Planer; Chop saw; Two anvils; Set of torches; Synergic MIG welder; Assortment of good hand and power tools; Two Stihl chainsaws; TroyBilt 8 hp rear tine rototiller with electric start; Pressure washer; New wheelbarrow; Lawn roller; Lawn sweeper; Lawn sprayer; Fertilizer spreader; Hot house; Park bench; Gas BBQ; LazyBoy recliner lift chair; LazyBoy recliner; China cabinet; Cedar chest; Refrigerator; Freezers; Washer; Dryer; Portable floor model air conditioner; For full list, please visit www.theauctionfever.com. TERMS: CASH or APPROVED CHEQUE Auctioneer: James Cooper 613-652-4145

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Sealed Tenders will be received in envelopes clearly marked as to contents by the Town Clerk at her office in the Town Hall, 77 Beckwith Street North, Smiths Falls, Ontario, until 11:00 am local time on 1st day of June 2017 for: Lorne Street Reconstruction (Queen to Railway Corridor) Contract # 17-PW-001 Tenders will be opened in Public at 11:05 am local time on June 1st, 2017, in the Council Chambers at the Town Hall, 77 Beckwith Street North, Smiths Falls, Ontario. Questions regarding specifications may be directed to Vanessa Bernicky at vbernicky@smithsfalls.ca (tel. 613-283-4124 ext. 1147) or W. Troy Dunlop, Director of Public Works and Utilities at trdunlop@smithsfalls.ca (tel. 613-283-4124 ext. 3305). If you wish to obtain tender documents, please contact Nadine Bennett (nbennett@smithsfalls. ca) or Kerry Costello (kcostello@smithsfalls.ca).

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Multi family yard sale, Friday May 12, 7-4pm ; Saturday 7-noon. 53 George St North Smiths Falls. Safety clothing, electric panels & wire, household items, clothes, lot of stuff for everybody.

MULTI-FAMILY SALE, Hwy #15, turn onto Otter Lake Road, follow to Lawson’s Lane (turn left), “Road 04”. Watch for balloons. Sat May 20th, 7-11

Saturday, May 20, 8am, 30 Kensington Ave., Smiths Falls, tools, household items, baby items & kids.

Yard Sale, Sat. May 20th, 8am - 1 pm, 24 Marsha Drive, Smiths Falls, Something for everyone

Perthshire Annual MultiGarage Sale, 120 Upper family Garage Sale, off Scotch Line, assorted Rogers Road, Perth. Satthings. May 20, 8-noon. urday May 20, 8-1pm.

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Saturday May 27, 8-1pm, 155 Bay Road, Lombardy, women’s clothing (larger sizes), dishes, something for everyone.

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DAY 2 AUCTION SALE 2 KUbOTA TrACTOrS. WATErLOO brONCO TrACTOr. LSVW MILITArY VEhICLE. MAChINErY. TOOLS. for South Frontenac Rental Centre #4567 Hwy 38 Harrowsmith, ON on Mon., May 22/17 @ 10 am Kubota diesel B7800-30 hp 4x4 hydrostatic tractor w/ 460 hr c/w LA 402 loader, bucket & Woods BH6000 backhoe attachment. Kubota diesel hydrostatic B7800 30 hp 1520 hrs 4x4 tractor c/w LA402 loader & q/a bucket. 1949 gas Waterloo Bronco tractor (Mod THD, S/N 2849772, RARE). Western Star 1995 LSVW military vehicle (caged, tarped, 3281 km). Polaris Sportsman 90 gas 4 wheel ATV. 2004 Yamaha BSW scooter (4200 km). 7½’ Western plow w/ mounts & harness (2008-2016 F250 or F350). Truck roll system for 8 ft box w/ flat deck. Salsco 25 hp 8625 6” gas wood chipper. 2 Split-Fire 2260 wood splitters on rubber. Landscape 6’ x 12’ trailer. Walk-behind gas Bush Hog (as is). 3 pth 242 FM 180 trail mower. Woods 3 pth 52” rotor tiller. 3 pth landscape rake. 3 pth garden blade. Set of drag discs. Set of forks. 5 ft box scraper. 3 pth leveller. 10’ 6 “ aluminum brake. Champion 3500 generator. 2 upright air compressors. Dewalt 4.0 gas compressor. 220v industrial surface grinder. Lincoln Mig Pac 10 welder. 7 hp gas engine (new). All Power 4 stroke gas engine (new). Air equip’t (6 roofing nailers, 8 Brad nailers, 3 framing nailers, 8 flooring nailers). Drywall guns. Zip saws. Tile saw. Portable 6 hp MK 14” floor saw. Grinding & cutting blades. Milwakee right angle drill. Goldblatt Stipple ceiling sprayer (elec). 2 portable paint sprayers. Pipe threader kit (⅜ to 2”). Rigging harness. Submersible jacks. Logging chains. 6 flooring hammers. Elec. jack hammers. Elec. 60 lb. jack hammer. 2 sets of transits. Parts washer. Extension cords. Lge qty hand tools. Commercial floor sander. Elec. floor edger/ sander. Kerosene heater. 2500 lb DE winch. Chain hoist. Trailer hitches & jacks. Several sets of scaffolding. Pallet lifters. Roof jacks. Alum. step ladders. Elec. tile cutter. Wire cable slings. Waterproof ceiling lights. Several channel beams. Jack all. Bull float. 2 man Honda post hole auger. Tow behind post hole auger. 2 walk-behind Echo weedeaters. 3 garden tillers. 4 rear tine tillers. Pullalong lawn de-thatcher. 2-530A Bluebird lawn aerators. Outback brush cutter. Gas weed eater. JD lawn trailer. Garden cart. Wheelbarrow. Honda 6.5 hp gas pressure washer. Honda 6.5 packer plus others (for parts). Garage door (7’x9’). Propane 34,000 BTU ceiling mount furnace w/ vents. 6 hp Johnson outbd motor w/ stand. 3 antique outbd motors. 2 land rollers. Elec. cement mixer. Stone 8 hp gas cement mixer (on wheels). Gas motor pumps. 3” Honda gas water pump. Full size 8 ft truck long box. Several tarps. 2 live traps. Steel tables. Pallet lifts. Ammo steel boxes. Alum & extension ladders. Qty scrap metal. Carpet cleaner. Bar fridge. Modern open dish cupboard. Glass showcase. 2 kids jumping castles (12’x14’). 2 slab log benches. 2 chainsaw carved bears & many other articles too numerous to mention…….. Terms on Chattels: Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa, M/C - Catering Day 1 is over, now onto an exciting Day 2. A large auction sale so bring your trucks & trailer. Visit website for photos.

SPRING CLEARING SALE, May 20,21,22, 9-4. Picture framing, art and household items (inside/outside) clothing, antiques, decor, and much more. 2105 YARD SALE, 133 Saumure Christie Lake Rd, Perth, Circle, 2 km past hospital (Dewitt Corners) Hwy 43, May 19, 20 and 21st. Washer, dryer, Classifieds snowblower, furniture, and a ton of stuff too numerGet Results! ous to mention.

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FARM AUCTION SALE Saturday, May 27th at 10:00 AM To be held on site at Civic #13830 Connaught Road, North of Chesterville. From the village of Chesterville, travel North towards Morewood approx. 3 km to Connaught Rd. Turn East and travel approx. 2 km. Watch for signs! TRACTORS, CASH CROP MACHINERY & OTHER FARM RELATED ITEMS TRACTORS: Case IH MX 120 4WD with cab (4382 hrs. - nice); Case IH 4230 4WD open station with Allied 594 front end loader. MACHINERY: JD 1780 8/15 & 8 row 15 interplants corn planter with dry and liquid fert. cross auger thrash whippers, air down pressure, shaft drive, Keaton seed firmers, spider wheels, and 4 sets of plates (excellent condition - bought new on farm and has never done custom work), Salford 24 ft. RTS (like new), WilRich 3400 31 ft. cultivator with finger harrows (nice), 30 ft. Flexi Coil system 95 coil packer with finger harrows, 2 Bruns gravity boxes with top extensions on 12 tonne Martin running gears (one with roll tarp), Sukup 60 in. screener, 16 ft. Westfield 10 in. elec. auger, 3 market plastic seed/fert. hyd. augers, Wallesteen BX62 3 pth chipper with power feed (like new), Woods HD BrushBull 6 ft. B73 7200 rotary cutter, Norman 104 in. #W104 342 double auger snow blower (like new), 10 ft. Bush Hog brand 176-10 3 pth blade, set of 18.4.42 T-rail snap-on duals on 30 in. centers, set of 12.4R 28 and 12.4R 46 tires on IH hubs, 1200 gal. plastic tank, 4 sub soiler shanks, 5 in. Walinga pipes, 120 ft. of mow conveyer, qa stone fork, qa pallet forks, IH 10 ft. hyd. disc, 22 ft. FarmKing pony harrows, 12 ft. 3 pth Triple OK cultivator, old IH manure spreader made into wood wagon, Land Handler 56K 1000 RPM PTO driven generator, Outback S-Lite GPS guilding system (Light Bar), JD diesel power hot water pressure washer, 250 AMP Miller welder, Miller 250 mig welder, Simplicity 23hp zero turn lawn mower (very nice), some old antique items incl: milk cans, steel wheels, cast iron seat, qty of used lumber, qty of scrap metal & more! Expect 2 wagon loads of tools and small farm related items. Note: This is a nice, clean sale with everything very well maintained. Plan to attend on time for this auction will not exceed 3 hours. Canteen and washroom on site! Prop: Alata Nova Farm Tom and Linda Sirvage Reason for Auction: Mr. and Mrs. Sirvage have sold the farm and are retiring. Terms: Cash or Good Cheque with Proper I.D. Auction Conducted By Peter Ross Auction Service Ltd. Ingleside, ON (613)537-8862 www.theauctionfever.com

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Tudor Circle Annual Multi-family garage sale. May 27, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Off Hwy. 15, Lombardy, Kelly’s Road to Tudor Circle.

Saturday May 20th, Yard Sale, Yard tools, household items, clothes, something for everyone. 9652 Hwy 15 N, Franktown

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AUCTION SALE SUN. May 21, 2017 @ 10 AM SHARP! PREVIEW @ 9 AM FOR THE ESTATE OF MRS. DAPHNE ADDIS OF KEMPTVILLE TO BE HELD @ MARSHALLS AUCTION HOUSE, 2913 CTY. RD. 21, SPENCERVILLE This auction offers a selection of modern furniture, gold jewellery, numbered prints, Royal Doulton & Beswick figurine collection, amazing Budweiser horse collection as well! Antiques, china etc. Auctioneer’s Note: A large selection of items, extremely well cared for throughout! For a detailed list w/ photos go to www.lmauctions.ca Auctioneer or Owner not responsible for lost, stolen, damaged articles, accidents day of sale. Canteen. Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, Mastercard Photo I.D. as is. No Buyers Premium All announcements day of sale takes precedence over all printed matter. To book your sale call CLS47027_0511

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AUCTION SALE SAT, MAY 27, 2017 10 AM SHARP! PREVIEW @ 9 AM FOR MR. MRS. ROBERT RACINE OXFORD STATION TO BE HELD @ MARSHALLS AUCTION HOUSE 2913 CTY RD 21, SPENCERVILLE Mr. & Mrs. Racine have made the decision to down size & offer at auction the following items: 2000 Chevy Silverado 2500, 100,000 km’s, 4x4, in excellent cond. Sells certified, e-tested. New single axle Cargo trailer, 6x12. Sylvan boat package with 15 hp mercury motor/ trailer. Massey Ferguson diesel tractor 230 w/ loader, Rhino blade, rotary mower, wood splitter, Craftsman riding mower/ grass catcher, collection of firearms, ammunition, fishing rods & reels, knife collection, camping items, wide variety of tools, collectibles to include Dominion tractor trailer collection etc. Auctioneer’s Note: All items are in excellent condition throughout, wide variety of top quality merchandise, something for everyone! See You There! For a detailed list w/ photos go to www.lmauctions.ca Auctioneer or Owner not responsible for lost, stolen, damaged articles, accidents day of sale. Canteen. Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, MasterCard. Photo I.D. As Is. No Buyers Premium All announcements day of sale takes precedence over all printed matter To Book Your Sale Call CLS470367_0518

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Saturday May 20, 2017 10:00 AM sharp To be held at our home located at 3624 Farmview Rd., Kinburn, Ontario We will be selling antiques, collectables and furniture from Suzanne Herrick-Lee and Stephen Lee. Suzanne and Steve have been collectors of antiques, collectables and memorabilia over the years. Antique Press back Office chair; Lover’s Antique box stove – Norwegian; Vilas maple bedroom set; School desk; ¾ Victorian bed; half moon table - full moon the 10th; Cedar strip 14’ runabout with Johnson Sea Horse motor and trailer – excellent condition; Antique Johnson outboard motors; scuffler; tiller; walking plow. Hockey cards and memorabilia; Military memorabilia - WW11 signal machine: Antique Fairbanks scale; Cast iron trivets; Royal Memorabilia; China; Antique bottles and books; marbles; 3 gal Crock Jug; Wooden boxes; rods and reels; some tackle; small paddle – better than no paddle; Large oars; Pilgrim’s Ginger Ale box and bottles – Brockville; etc.etc. Terms: Cash or Cheque with ID Refreshments Auctioneer: John J. O’Neill 613-832-2503 www.oneillsauctions.ca Owners or Auctioneer not responsible in case of loss or accident

Saturday May 27, 2017 10:00 AM sharp For Harold and Margaret Higginson to be held at their farm located at 4639 Hwy 17, Arnprior, Ontario just east of the Galetta Side Rd. IH 574 – 2 wd; Case IH 495 – 4wd; MF 35 diesel – 2wd; Ferguson Twenty 85; Woods 650 backhoe attachment; 2 manure spreaders; JD corn planter – 2 row; Hesston haybine; NH 273 baler; NH 67 baler, Krohn 151 round baler; IH snow blower; MF dyna balance mower; wagons; seed drill; HD cattle chute, head gate and squeeze; crimper; sub soiler; balance beam cattle scale; Tri axle flat bed trailer; Estate sprayer; 2 chain saws; weed eater; table saw; cattle equipment; hardware; hay elevator; plows; 2 hay rakes; shop crane; snow fence; chain; Cross cut saws etc. etc. The Higginsons have sold their farm. Majority of machinery stored inside and in very good condition. An excellent opportunity to purchase an assortment of good equipment Owners: Harold and Margaret Higginson 613-623-4168 Terms: Cash or Cheque with ID Auctioneer: John J. O’Neill 613-832-2503 www.oneillsauctions.ca Owners or Auctioneer not responsible in case of loss or accident

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Eastern Ontario’s Largest Indoor Flea Market 150 booths Open Every Sunday All Year 8am-4pm Hwy. #31 – 2 kms north of 401

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UNRESERVED REAL ESTATE AUCTION @ # 245 & # 249 Elphin Maberly Rd.K0H 2B0 in the village of Maberly, ON. on Wed., May 24/17 @ 6 pm

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

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No Buyers Premium – All items AS NEW Saturday May 20, 2017 Auction starts 10 am (Preview from 9 am) 383 Anglican Church Road, Tay Valley – From Perth take Hwy 7 west & turn right on Anglican Church Road 18 foot Cherokee lightweight camper as new, Utility trailer, lawn tractor, push mower, propane BBQ, canoe, large selection of tools, gas chainsaw, 2 gas generators, living room set, dining room set, queen sleigh bedroom set, 2 double beds, chest freezer, elliptical machine, household furniture, kitchenware, pictures, crystal stemware and everyday effects. Property has been sold. Rain or shine. Canteen available. Cash, Debit, Visa, MasterCard & American Express accepted. Delivery can be arranged through auctioneer.

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~ Unreserved Estate Fixer Upper ~ Any time is a good time to buy a fixer upper. So come seal the deal. Surveyed lot (0.78 acres having 141’ frontage x 200’ depth +/-). Plan 27R-10832. Storie & a half home has alum. siding & steel roof. Front entrance to living room, kitchen, laundry room, bath having new 4 pce walk-in bath/shower combo. Plus main floor bedroom w/ new flooring plus a bedroom/loft. Side entrance mudroom to kitchen. 100 amp service. Propane furnace. Elec. hot water heater. On well. Needs septic. Detached 2 car 24’ x 28’ garage w/ steel roof & siding. Pleasant surprise is the nearby Fall River Restaurant just off Hwy #7. Yearly taxes $ 1,332.00 (+/-). For private viewing, terms & conditions please call our office at 613-267-6027.

Bidding opens Friday, May 19 @ 9 a.m. And closing Friday May 26 @ 12 noon Period Furniture, Archtecturial Items, Art, Rugs, China, Cast Iron & Accessories For Dennis Almost & James Noble Pick up of your purchases is Saturday May 27th 9 – 12 noon at our facility located at

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Leeds and Grenville families choose to boost veggies, fruit Leeds and Grenville is launching the Choose to Boost Veggies and Fruit initiative to encourage kids and families to eat healthier, and to make vegetables and fruits part of their everyday lives. “There are many ways to champion healthy eating in your community, whether it’s improving access to vegetables and fruit or increasing food knowledge and skills of children and their families through activities such as shopping, cooking or gardening,” said Joanne Desormeaux, facilitator for Healthy Kids Community Challenge Leeds and Grenville. Whether fresh, frozen or canned, fruits and vegetables help provide children and families with the vitamins, minerals, dietary fibre and overall energy needed to be physically active. “As parents, we all want to give our kids the best. When planning meals and snacks, let’s give our children the extra boost they need by including more fruits and vegetables. They’ll not only have more energy, they’ll also develop healthy habits for years to come,” said Dr. Eric Hoskins, minister of health and long-term care. Local programs and activities will encourage families in Leeds and Grenville to include more fruits and vegetables in every meal and snack. Upcoming events include: * The Veggies ‘n’ Fruit Community Boost Initiative will make it easier for kids and families in Leeds and Grenville to access vegetables and fruits throughout the day. Funding of up to $5,000 is available to nonprofit groups or individuals for innovative projects that promote children’s consumption of vegetables and fruits, and create supportive environments for healthy eating. We encourage the community to get creative when submitting their ideas. Apply to the Veggies ‘n’ Fruit Community Boost Initiative by May 19 at www.healthykidslg.ca. * Throughout the summer and fall months, Healthy Kids Community Challenge will be participating in local events taking place in communities across the counties. There will be lots of fun activities planned to engage children and families in the Choose to Boost Veggies and Fruit theme. Choose to Boost Veggies and Fruit is the next phase of the Healthy Kids Community Challenge, which promotes healthy eating, physical activity and healthy lifestyle choices for

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children. As part of the first phase — Run, Jump, Play, Every Day. — Leeds and Grenville introduced the Community Project Fund and the Movin’ and Groovin’ Dance Challenge. These initiatives increased physical activity opportunities for children across Leeds and Grenville. As part of the second phase — Water Does Wonders — Leeds and Grenville implemented the Community Water Bottle Filling Station Initiative. This initiative increased access to water as the natural, healthy choice for children and families in 24 sites (e.g., schools, community hubs) across Leeds and Grenville. “Food preferences are set early in a child’s life. Ontario is working with the communities to improve access and availability of vegetables and fruits, and to increase children and parents’ knowledge about healthy eating and how to make it a part of their everyday lives,” said John Fraser, parliamentary assistant to the minister of health and long-term care. Encouraging kids to stay active and healthy is part of the government's plan to build a better Ontario through its Patients First: Action Plan for Health Care, which provides patients with faster access to the right care; better home and community care; the information they need to live healthy; and a health care system that is sustainable for generations to come. QUICK FACTS * Canada’s Food Guide recommends that children get at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day. * Eating a diet rich in vegetables and fruit may prevent certain types of cancer, and is linked to a lower risk of heart disease, healthy weights and a lower risk of obesity. * Leeds and Grenville is among 45 communities selected to take part in the Healthy Kids Community Challenge. * The Healthy Kids Community Challenge Leeds and Grenville is receiving up to $500,000 over three years from Ontario to fund local community projects. For more information about the Healthy Kids Community Challenge, please visit www.healthykidslg.ca. Like us on Facebook at https://www. facebook.com/healthykidslg and follow us on Twitter @healthykidslg.