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TARA GESNER tgesner@metroland.com Do you remember where you were when you heard about the bus crash at Westboro station? Laurier Guimond was on the bus. Laurier, who lives on the outskirts of Almonte, was on his way home from work. He is a government employee. "I work for the Canadian Coast Guard," he told the Canadian Gazette during a recent interview. "My office is located in downtown Ottawa - 200 Kent St." Laurier rides the bus Monday to Friday to and from the Eagleson Park & Ride. Around 3:40 p.m. on Jan. 11, last Friday, he boarded the Route 269 bus, a double-decker, which was headed to Bridlewood, a neighbourhood in the south end of Kanata. "It was fairly full so I went up to See GUIMOND, page 2
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the second level, sitting right behind the stairs," Laurier said. Laurier then noticed there was a seat near the back. It was in front of a co-worker. He moved so the two of them could chat. "The decision to change seats saved my life or prevented me from suffering serious injuries," Laurier said. The bus made its way to Tunney's Pasture station, picking up more passengers, and it does not stop again until Bayshore station. By this time up to 90 people were on board. Laurier was looking down, but "it felt like the bus went over a curb." He noted: "People reacted to the jolt ... we were aware something was going on. I then felt the bus shake. It was like we were travelling over rough terrain." Laurier then looked up, and it was just as the bus slammed into the shelter at Westboro station. It sliced into the vehicle's upper deck and crushed several seats. The crash killed three people, with another 23 injured. "I saw the canopy coming through the bus," Laurier recount-
ed, visibly upset. "I immediately leaned to one side, into the aisle, trying to avoid any flying debris." When bus stopped "there was an eerie silence for a split second," he continued. "Everyone then started screaming, and I was able to see the carnage: mangled seats and people pinned." Laurier waited to see if the bus was going to explode. It was his first thought. Many people could not move, and the aisle was blocked. "We were stunned," Laurier said. "We were in shock." "A gentleman in front of me was pinned by his seat ... his face was against the glass," he added. "Another person, a woman, was yelling for help to hurry up." Laurier's co-worker called 911, and he told everyone to stay calm. "He took a leadership role," Laurier said. "He is trained in first aid." First responders - police, fire and ambulance - were on their way. "The blood was flowing on the floor," Laurier said. "We opened a window to get some air." He stood up but immediately sat back down because his legs were quivering. Laurier texted his wife, writing:
"Bus crashed, but I am fine." However, he knew other people on the bus were not OK. Laurier is married to Patty Guimond. Locals know her as the former community relations manager at Carleton Place's Waterside Retirement Community, a position she held for nine years. The couple has two daughters: Mabel and Natalie Guimond. It did not take long for first responders - police, fire and ambulance - to arrive at Westboro station. Using ladders propped up against the bus, firefighters worked at both ends of the bus to rescue passengers. "One by one we went down the ladder," Laurier said. "People were put on stretchers or taken to a second bus ... it was very cold." While on the second bus, "we sat very quiet ... everyone was still in a daze," he added. "Police officers took our names and contact information, and a number of paramedics checked us out." Police will be interviewing everyone who was on the bus. Natalie picked her father up, taking him and two other passengers to the Eagleson Park & Ride. She was not able to get close to the scene. As a result, Laurier and many of the other survivors had to walk a bit of a distance to leave. Patty expected more from OC
Transpo. "These people had just been through a traumatic experience and now they had to find their own way home," she told this newspaper. After arriving at the park and ride, "driving my car home was probably not the smartest thing to do, but it was important for me to get home," Laurier said. "I just wanted to get home." Passengers on the Route 269 bus have a long road ahead after the collision. There were head, chest, pelvic, abdominal and spinal injuries, in addition to amputations and wounds to arms and legs. Although Laurier walked away from last Friday's crash, he attended the Queensway Carleton Hospital on Monday, Jan. 14. "My back is very sore," he said. "It began with my lower back, but now the pain is going higher." There is also the psychological trauma. "I feel angry this happened, and I feel guilty I moved back ... the person who sat in my seat may not be fine," Laurier revealed. "I feel relief ... my family did not need to come to the hospital or morgue." The Canadian Coast Guard has been very supportive of Laurier. He has not been back to work since the collision, but owing to the government's Employee Assistance
Program, the 53-year-old met with a counsellor on Tuesday, Jan. 15. "I have trouble concentrating, and I have flashbacks when I close my eyes," Laurier noted. "I can see the carnage in front of me ... I can hear the overhang coming through the bus." Along with nightmares, he tenses up when he sees a bus or hears a loud noise. Will Laurier ride the bus again? He does not know; however, he will try. "Throughout my life I have never been the type of person to push things down," he said. "You need to deal with what is in front of you." Patty called her husband's survival a miracle, and noted, "God bless (his co-worker) for being on the bus." The individuals who lost their lives on the bus are Judy Booth, Bruce Thomlinson and Anja Van Beek. Booth is a former Almonte resident, and she was a past president of the North Lanark Highland Games, a signature summer event in Mississippi Mills. Moreover, Booth drummed for the Ottawa Police Service, RCMP pipe band and Sons of Scotland Pipe Band. It was standing room only at the Almonte Civitan Hall on Saturday, Jan. 19 as community members gathered for a celebration of Booth's life.
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roads, public works, parks and recreation, fire department, waste, winter control, council, economic development, library, bylaw enforcement, planning, museum, storm sewers, etc. "The biggest portion of our costs is policing, followed by public works," McConkey noted. Last Tuesday's meeting was for information purposes only; however, members of the public registered to speak were able to ask questions. Resident Jim Collins inquired about the Neelin Street Community Centre (arena) renovations, expected to cost $1.5 million. "Proposed in this budget, $500,000 is coming from debt and $1 million from reserve," McConkey said. The last council also wanted to research grant opportunities, she noted. "The project was never tendered," Mayor Doug Black said. At the upcoming Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference
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COUNTY TO PROVIDE ANNUAL FUNDING FOR ITS FOUR HOSPITALS FUNDING TO ADDRESS CAPITAL NEEDS AT PERTH, SMITHS FALLS, ALMONTE AND CARLETON PLACE HOSPITALS ASHLEY KULP akulp@metroland.com An ask by the Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital has prompted Lanark County to provide funding to its four hospitals for capital needs. The decision to provide $350,000, split between PSFDH, Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital and Almonte General Hospital was made during Lanark County's day-long 2019 budget deliberation Jan. 18 in Perth. Further discussion could take place at the Jan. 23 county council meeting when the budget is presented for final approval. According to chief administrative officer Kurt Greaves, Carleton Place and Almonte will each get $100,000 with PSFDH re-
ceiving the remaining $150,000. He confirmed this will be annual, long-term funding. "This was the direction of council, but I do think the hospitals are very important, not only for quality of life but as an economic driver for the community," he said. Original discussions centred around adding a percentage for hospital funding to the county's tax levy as the United Counties of Leeds-Grenville does (1 per cent annually) for their hospitals, however Greaves said the funds were found within the budget. The $25,000 sum that wasn't allocated through the community grants program will go toward the funding and the remaining portion comes from more than $320,000 cut from the
ambulance budget for 2019. The concept to fund the hospitals came out of a presentation from Perth Mayor John Fenik and Smiths Falls Mayor Shawn Pankow to the county's community services committee Jan. 9. The pair have been making their way around the area to seek core capital funding for PSFDH, which serves a catchment area of 60,000. This concept of seeking municipal support was borne out of a focus group in 2017. The issue, which Fenik said isn't unique to PSFDH, is an equipment funding challenge. "Our projected requirement is $31 million over the next 10 years," he noted. "Some of the key items are an electronic records management system, MRI, CT scan and other clinical equipment." Fenik indicated this critical equipment need affects physician recruitment and retention as younger doctors are ex-
THE ISSUE: HOSPITALS SEEING SHORTFALL IN FUNDING CAPITAL NEEDS LOCAL IMPACT: PHYSICIAN RECRUITMENT COULD SUFFER DUE TO AGING EQUIPMENT IN HOSPITALS THROUGHOUT LANARK COUNTY Ashley Kulp/Metroland Perth Mayor John Fenik, left, and Smiths Falls Mayor Shawn Pankow address Lanark County's community services committee Jan. 9 in Perth. The pair sought funding for the Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital's capital needs, which prompted county council to provide funding for all four of its hospitals. pecting the latest technology in hospitals. "Offering state-of-the-art equipment and a robust IT system is essential to successfully recruiting and retaining physicians at our hospitals," he
explained. "And recruitment and retention we see as a responsibility to the community. I can tell you the traditional doctor that has a bag and works 80 hours a week and goes
door-to-door doesn't exist anymore." While the province provides operational monies to hospitals, they have never funded capital equipment, which is left to hospital foundations and auxiliaries, private and community donations. The total ask of $1.8 million was made to all Lanark County municipalities and See – page 5
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Committee vaCanCies Interested residents and/or landowners of property within theTown of Carleton Place are encouraged to submit their name for consideration by Council to fill vacancies on the following Town Advisory Committees: • CHILD CARE COMMITTEE (1 Vacancy) • MUNICIPAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE (1 Vacancy) • URBAN FOREST / RIVER CORRIDOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE (2 Vacancies) • ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE (3 Vacancies) • ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE (2 Vacancies) The Terms of Reference for these positions can be accessed at www.carletonplace.ca Interested applicants are invited to submit in confidence, a resume and cover letter indicating the Advisory Committee(s) of interest by 4:30 PM Monday, January 28, 2019 Attention: Stacey Blair Clerk by: Mail: Town of Carleton Place Attn: Stacey Blair, Clerk 175 Bridge Street Carleton Place, ON K7C 2V8
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Smiths Falls, as well as the United Counties of LeedsGrenville (Rideau Lakes, Elizabethtown-Kitley, Merrickille-Wolford and Westport), and North and Central Frontenac. It was based on a weighted formula factoring in users and population figures. Pankow said Smiths Falls has already earmarked its request for $174,341 for discussion in budget deliberations. Perth is also considering its $136,666 figure. The total sought from the county by PSFDH was $525,000. Fenik hoped the committee might consider funding hospitals from a county perspective rather than through individual municipalities. "This is a radical shift in what we've funded at the county level before," he said. "Unlike Leeds-Grenville we haven't funded for core capital equipment ... and I propose that if the county supports funding for this core capital campaign, that Carleton Place and Almonte, who also
Local journalism makes a difference. Support us by registering at insideottawavalley.com have hospitals in that area, should also be afforded the ability to come forward and ask for or request funding. I don't see this as something that would be in isolation." Smiths Falls Coun. Peter McKenna said the local obligation for funding hospitals isn't new and suggested talking to LeedsGrenville on how the policy change affected their county. Warden Richard Kidd (Beckwith Reeve) agreed. "I just think this is what we're going to do. I think we should be funding at the county level all four hospitals' capital wishes. Not for operating, just capital. But, there's an ask and there's what we can do," he stressed. Kidd threw out a figure of two per cent on the county's levy to councillors to consider. "Let's keep it straightforward and as the county grows, the budget
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During this past Season of Giving generous donors and community partners helped raise over $45,000 for greatly needed patient care equipment at the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital!
The following donations have been gratefully received in memory of loved ones… Vicki A. in memory of Andy R. Anderson Robyn A in loving memory of Dora, Vic & Jaclyn Robert B. in memory of Elmer & Stella Barber Stephen B. in memory of Eileen Tinker Joan B. in memory of my husband Bill Irene B. in memory of Keith Brunton Isabel B. in memory of Bob Bryce Marjorie C. & Family in memory of Earl & Mary McDiarmid Marjorie C. & Family in memory of Neil & Cathy Thomas Joan C. in memory of Bill Code Wally & Mary C. in memory of our parents Rick & Martha D. in memory of Ted & Inez Arnott; Neil & Kay Duncan
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Ina D. in memory of my husband George Dunlop Bryon & Teresa E. in memory of our parents L.J. Hutchings, AR & EM Edwards Donald & Maryel Fulton F. in memory of Sandy Baird Hal G. in loving memory of my family members Ormond G. in loving memory of G. Mary Giles Helen G. in loving memory of Ted Barbara G. in memory of my husband Gerald Gover Patricia G. in memory of Barry Grainger Ethel G. in memory of my parents Michael & Joyce J. in memory of Gregory Cooke Kenneth & Sheila J. in memory of Irene Robertson-Thompson Mark & Hilda L. in memory of Anthony Labelle
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The following donations have been gratefully received In Honour, In Celebration of or ‘Just Because’ … Donald & Elizabeth B. to honour the great staff & our great hospital David & Darene B. in thanks to physio staff Joan B. in honour of Dr. M. Marion & Dr. C. Fernandez for their care, & thanks to staff at CPDMH for all the kindness they have given me Robert & Stephanie B. to support our local hospital Brian & Cynthia C. to help support our hospital Ron D. in support of our local hospital
Robert & Donna F. to honour Carleton Place residents Greg F. in honour of excellent care Jane G. to support our growing hospital in our growing town George F. G. in honour of care received Kirk & Jan H. in honour of excellent care received Udo & Heide H. in honour of our great hospital & staff Greg & Katherine H. in honour of excellent care Maureen K. to support our local hospital
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Gary & Frankie L. in memory of my sister Frances & brother Ken Zelda L. in memory of my mom - Lily I. Letts Dorothy L. in memory of Carl Lewis Barbara L. in memory of my husband Sam Irene M. in memory of Kristine MacLaren Moira M. in memory of my brother Martin Dakers Scott M. in memory of Donald McIntosh Ross & Jennifer M. in memory of June Fournier & Bob Bennett Mike N. in memory of Jeanette Noel Patricia Mary O. in memory of Bruce I. Owen 1949-2012
Sterling & Jane L. in honour of the great staff at CPDMH Helmut & Marilyn L. in honour of CPDMH Staff Caroline M. to support our local hospital Bill & Pam M. in honour of the great staff at CPDMH Brian M. in support of our local hospital Lynda M. in honour of Dr. Ferguson, Dr. Boate, Dr. Taylor & Dr. Walker Jean M. in honour of Walton Sharpe Judith N. in thanks to Dr. Fullerton
Mike & Cathy P. in memory of Peter Parkman Patricia L. R. in memory of A. Barry Roberts Kevin & Beverley S. in memory of Keith Brunton Shirley S. in memory of Lulu Buffan, Helene Reynolds & Kelsey Sonnenburg Garnet & Wilma S. in memory of Etheleen Stanzel Irene S. in memory of Brenda Sweeney Uden Albert T. in memory of Ian Mallory Paul & Gloria T. in memory of Yvette & Lucien Moreau; Ted & Dorothy Todd Jeanne T. in memory of Chris Tyson Adele W. in memory of my brother Marvin W. in memory of Cynthia Cameron-Whalen
Dorothy O. in appreciation of care received Winston O. in honour of our great hospital David & Doreen S. to honour our hospital So Green Lawn and Garden Maintenance as a Thank You to my customers Jean S. in honour of our hospital Murray T. in honour of Laurie Mousseau Chris W. in honour of Martin White Howard Y. in honour of Dr. Neidert & staff
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TOY AND COLLECTIBLE SHOW RETURNS TO ALMONTE FEB. 2 Calling all collectibles and antique enthusiasts. United Way Lanark County is hosting its annual Toy and Collectible Show and Sale at the Almonte Civitan Hall on Saturday, Feb. 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. More than 30 vendors and exhibitors are expected to be on hand with diecast and tin toys, cars, tractors, trucks and trains, dolls and bears, ship models, comic books, action figures, electronic game cartridges, and so much more. There truly is something for the whole family. Admission is $5 at the door, with children under 12 welcome for free. Want to have early access to find the best deals?
Come for 9 a.m. and pay $10 for this advantage. Funds raised from the show will be directed to programs that fall under our All That Kids Can Be focus area, which helps children and youth reach their full potential. This event typically draws in more than 300 people from across eastern Ontario. Once again, a mix of new vendors and returning exhibitors from last year will be on hand to showcase their collections and new items for sale. Mark the date in your books and show up early for the best deals. There will be door prize draws throughout the day for attendees. The Almonte
Civitan Club will also have their canteen open for the event. Make it a family affair, stay for lunch and share memories of your childhood with the next generation. Interested in registering a table? Contact the United Way at 613-253-9074 or visit www.lanarkunitedway.com for more information on the organization. Submitted by United Way Lanark County
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Derek Dunn/Metroland The annual Toy & Collectible Show & Sale in support of United Way Lanark County, is set for Saturday, Feb. 2 at the Almonte Civitan Hall. Pictured, last year, these classic comics were a popular addition to the show.
CHURCH DIRECTORY Please submit all changes for the directory to Cheryl Johnston at 613-706-8334 or email to cheryljohnston@metroland.com
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
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
Community Presbyterian ChurCh 111 Church St. Almonte • 343-881-1444 commpresbchurch@storm.ca Minister, Rev. Barry Carr Susan McCuan-Harron, Organist & Choir Director 10:00 a.m. - Sunday Worship & Sunday School A warm welcome to all Serving the Almonte/Carleton Place area
All welcome
St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church
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
Ashton United Church 105 Old Mill Rd. Ashton 613-257-7761 Sunday Services, alternating 9:30 or 11:00 Tuesday morning drop in 8 - 12.
Church meets: Calvary Christian Academy, 9749 Hwy 15, Franktown
Service Time: 10:30am (Children’s service also at same time) Phone: (613) 255-6429 • Email: info@movechurch.ca Web: www.movechurch.ca • Pastor: Chad Monaghan
28 Hawthorne Ave., Carleton Place Fr. Cosmas Ajawara, 613-257-1284, 613-257-1630
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Saturday 5 p.m. • Sunday 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. Handicap Access
Holy Name of Mary St. Mary’s Parish Pastor Rev. Paul J. Gaudet 134 Bridge St. Almonte • 613-256-1034
Mass Schedule Saturday 4:30 pm • Sunday 9 am & 10:30 am Handicap access
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Whoever you are, wherever you find yourself on your journey of faith, there is a place for you here. Every Sunday at 8:30 am (BCP) and 10:30 am (sung Eucharist) Please consult our web site for details www.stpaulsalmonte.ca
St. James Anglican Church This new year, Jesus is nudging you to respond. Join us. Let us Pray for you. Sunday Family Service
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Refreshments and fellowship time after the services. If you are seeking a caring community, a reason for hope, please connect with us. We have stimulating Study Groups mid week. Come and join us, where you can Belong before you believe. You will be welcome. 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. 117 Victoria St., Carleton Place
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Sunday 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. Choral Eucharist Thursday 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rector: The Venerable Brian Kauk Assistant Curate: The Rev’d. Rosemary Parker Website - stjamescarletonplace.ca Fully accessible; children welcome at all services!
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BELL LET'S TALK ADDRESSES MENTAL HEALTH STIGMA Everyone is invited to join the conversation on Bell Let's Talk Day by sending messages of support across multiple platforms to drive both awareness and action in mental health. Bell will donate five cents to Canadian mental health programs for each of the following interactions, at no extra cost to participants beyond what they would normally pay their service provider for online or phone access: . Talk: Every mobile and every long distance call made by Bell wireless and phone customers; . Text: Every text message sent by Bell wireless customers; . Twitter: Every tweet and retweet using #BellLetsTalk, featuring the special Bell Let's Talk emoji, and Bell Let's Talk Day video view at Twitter.com/Bell_LetsTalk; . Facebook: Every view of the Bell Let's Talk Day video at Facebook.com/BellLetsTalk and use of the Bell Let's Talk frame; . Instagram: Every Bell Let's Talk Day video view at Instagram.com/bell_letstalk; and, . Snapchat: Every use of the Bell Let's Talk filter and video view. Total Bell Let's Talk Day interactions since the first event in 2011 stand at 867,449,649 and are expected to exceed 1 billion on Jan. 30. Bell's funding commitment for mental health, including the company's donations based on Bell Let's Talk engagement and its original $50-million donation to launch the initiative, is now $93,423,628.80 and expected to surpass $100 million on Jan. 30. Bell Let's Talk has made a $300,000 donation to CHEO to support the Choice and Partnership Approach (CAPA), a program to help reduce wait times and improve access to mental health care. CAPA decreases wait times and streamlines service delivery, empowering patients and families to be stewards of their own mental health through collaboration with clinicians to determine the optimum treatment plan. Donor support for this program will help CHEO reach its goal of being able to see patients for their first and second appointments within weeks, accelerating their access to the most effective care possible. "Access to care is the top mental health need, and too many of our children and youth in eastern Ontario go without proper care," says Dr. Kathleen Pajer, Chief of CHEO's Department of Psychiatry. "We strive to have every child and youth needing non-urgent outpatient care receive it within four weeks and we are working hard to achieve this goal with CAPA." The earlier we can start managing mental health, the better we set up our children and youth for success and their best lives. The Bell Let's Talk mental health initiative is focused on 4 key action pillars: Anti-stigma, Care and Access, Research and Workplace Leadership. To learn more, please visit Bell.ca/LetsTalk.
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LETTERS & COMMENTARY MEDICAL OFFICER OF HEALTH RESPONDS TO WILD PARSNIP SPRAYING PRACTICES DEAR EDITOR:
The following is in response to a letter posted on our website, www.insideottawavalley.com, by Mississippi Mills resident, Chandler Swain to Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Paula Stewart. Municipalities are obligated to control wild parsnip on their lands under the Noxious Weed Act of Ontario. My role, as Medical Officer of Health, has been to respond to their request for information about the possible exposure, and then the possible health effects due to this level of exposure, of the controlled and limited use of the herbicide Clearview as one of the strategies to manage wild parsnip. My summary of the scientific evidence provided to municipalities is available at https:// bit.ly/2DpG1pg. The health unit does
have information about the risk of exposure to wild parsnip sap, and how it can be managed, on our website healthunit.org/ health-information/homehealth-safety/dangerousweeds/.
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STOCKING CAMPAIGN SUCCESS FOR FOOD BANK DEAR EDITOR:
Lanark County Food Bank - The Hunger Stop would like to thank the community for its generosity. Because of you we were able to hand out 300 stockings - a total of 1,002 pounds of Christmas smiles. The last stocking was given to the last client at 11:40 a.m. 20 minutes before closing on the last day before Christmas! A total of 357 eligible adults came through the food bank during that time which means 84 per cent of those clients received a stocking this year. And it’s all through your generosity.
Another huge contributing factor to this year's success was the mid-November nudge by our media supporters that enabled the food bank to begin distribution Nov. 19, leaving us a full month to distribute. This was a huge contributor to the success this year. "It was delightful to see the care people put into their stockings,” said Sandra Schappert, stocking coordinator extraordinaire. Clients really appreciated the thoughtfulness there were many hugs, and even a few tears. On behalf of the Lanark County Food Bank - The Hunger Stop we’d like to thank the community and tell you all how much we appreciate the care and support we get throughout the year.
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PROPERTY DEVELOPER PURCHASES FLORA STREET STRIP MALL TARA GESNER tgesner@metroland.com A strip mall on the north side of Carleton Place has a new owner. Wally Thorbjornsson of the Thorbjornsson Group has purchased the property at 376-396 Flora St. "I tried to buy this mall five years ago, but I was not successful," Thorbjornsson told the Canadian Gazette during a recent interview. He heard a rumour in December 2018 about the owners, three Ottawa lawyers, seriously looking to sell. "I randomly threw in an offer - cash with no conditions," Thorbjornsson said. "To my surprise they accepted it." He was in his native Iceland over the holidays when he heard the news. The deal closes on Feb. 1. "This is very exciting," Thorbjornsson said, and "the property fits nicely into my real estate portfolio." The Thorbjornsson Group has four properties on Bridge Street and one large property on High Street, along with 115 Emily St. (former DRS Technologies Canada Ltd. and Hawthorne Mill properties) and the Scandia Business Park on Industrial Avenue. "There is the Kids World property (on Townline Road) and a bunch of smaller properties here and there," Thorbjornsson noted. "I am also work-
ing hard on StrongFit, which is growing rapidly." After returning to Carleton Place on Jan. 1, "I started working on the Flora Street strip mall the next day," he continued. Thorbjornsson had a goal to have it filled before he closed on it. The last lease was signed on Jan. 15. "I was pleasantly surprised ... it just shows what can happen when you have a willing and flexible landlord," he said. "The years of ongoing vacancy at the property had nothing to do with the space." Community Living Association Lanark County is already a tenant in the strip mall. The organization offers supports and services to people with intellectual disabilities. According to Thorbjornsson, an end unit formerly occupied by Jeff Julian Insurance will become a health and wellness clinic, and three units will combine to accommodate a local dance school. Another tenant: Mathieu and Lea Maurice, the owners of Capone's Deli and Ink and Iron Tattoo, are opening up Buck & Bull Bar and Grill. The licensed eatery will serve the popular Capone's Deli menu (smoked meat, meatballs, etc.), in addition to breakfast, lunch and dinner menus. "We are so incredibly excited to venture into this new chapter, with a much bigger location, which has
a ton of parking," Mathieu noted on Facebook. "We have always wanted to be completely unique, stand out and offer something no one else does." A new name was needed for the restaurant, owing to the larger menu and space, as well as the other things Buck & Bull Bar and Grill will be offering its customers. "There will be axe throwing, pool tables and other adult games," Thorbjornsson revealed. "The tattoo parlour will also be in the space, along with a full service bar." "They will still offer great takeout," he added. Capone's Deli will be closing on Bridge Street as of April 1. Buck & Bull Bar and Grill will open in time for summer. The strip mall's biggest unit, which is very open and bright, will house a fitness centre. "This is something the community needed ... the north side of town needed," Thorbjornsson said. In the future, The Beer Store is moving to the south side of town, to Carleton Place Colonnade. Thorbjornsson already has a tenant going into the Capone's Deli space. He teased the following: Pie shop, cafĂŠ, homemade jam and bread, and ice cream during the summer months. "I just love to work with new and growing businesses," Thorbjornsson stressed. "This is very positive for Carleton Place."
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Tara Gesner/Metroland A strip mall on the north side of Carleton Place has a new owner. Wally Thorbjornsson of the Thorbjornsson Group has purchased the property at 376-396 Flora St.
COMMUNITY RESOURCES *Diabetes and PreDiabetes Education Sessions led by Rideau Valley Diabetes Services Registered Nurses and Registered Dietitians 613-284-2558. *Footcare Clinics Community Home Support 613-253-0733. *Hot nutritious meal or fellowship at Hungry Lunch Cafe Zion-Memorial United Church Hall. 37 Franklin St. Carleton Place. *Exercise lead by a Registered Kinesiologist at Country Roads Community Health Centre. Sponsored by Rideau Community Health Services/Telemedicine 613-284-2558. *Foot Care, Transportation, Meals on Wheels, Tuesday Luncheons Pakenham Community Home Support 613-624-5647. *Diabetes Education Programme, at Kemptville Hospital Diabetes Clinic 613-258-6133 ext 400 www.kdh.on.ca *Gambling Problem, Gamblers Anonymous, 88 Cornelia St. Smiths Falls 613-567-3271. *Emotions Anonymous (marriage, children, grief, etc) Salvation Army Church (side door) Smiths Falls 613-283-0960. *Archives Lanark, 1920 Con.7, Drummond (former Drummond Township Office near Drummond Center) Perth 613-267-3178 or 613-256-3130. *Ancestor Researching, contact Lisa Trodden to make an appointment 613-283-0711 or ltrodden@cogeco.ca
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*Community Home Support Bereavement Support Group, 40 Sunset Blvd. Info: 613-267-6400 *Butterfly Fan Club, Perth & District Breast Cancer Support Group, Perth Family Health Centre, 33 Lewis St Perth. Info: Carleen 613-812-4474. *Stroke survivor and caregiver support group, Perth Legion, 26 Beckwith St E. Info: 613-549-6666 x6867. *Support Group for people with Parkinson’s & their care partners, Community Home Support Lanark County, 40 Sunset Blvd, Ste D. Perth. 613-722-9238, 1-800-565-3000 Krista.Duncan@Parkinson.ca *The Compassionate Friends, support group for bereaved parents. Tay Valley Community Hall, 4174 Narrows Locks Rd. Perth. 2nd Monday of every month, 7-9pm. Cindy Whyte 613-267-6335 or via our facebook page. INFO: cheryl.code@metroland.com
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CITIZEN GROUP READY TO START CLAYTON BROADBAND PILOT PROJECT THIS SPRING ASHLEY KULP akulp@metroland.com The Mississippi Mills broadband working group is driving full steam ahead on a pilot project which will begin bringing broadband infrastructure to Clayton this spring. Mark Joynes, chair of the group known as MM2020, appeared before Mississippi Mills council Jan. 8. He was joined by fellow committee members Clem Pelot, Doris Rankin and Howard Robinson. MM2020 was born out of a need for rural areas to have access to broadband internet services. "We're about promoting and facilitating accelerated deployment of broadband for rural Mississippi Mills," he said. "And 2020? Well, that's the target for the rollout of broadband services for all of Mississippi Mills." To tackle the issue, Storm internet Services has stepped up with what Joynes calls "an aggressive plan." To demonstrate their commitment, they are entirely funding a pilot
Photo courtesy MM2020 MM2020, a citizen group dedicated to bringing broadband infrastructure to all of Mississippi Mills, will kick off a pilot project in the village of Clayton this spring. Storm Internet Services is funding the project, which will see fibre buried in road beds, providing 150 homes with broadband internet services. project for 150 homes in Clayton. "The pilot will bury conduits in county and municipal road beds and put connections direct to home," Joynes said, noting Mississippi Mills and Lanark County have granted access to road beds for the initiative. "With those permits in place, Storm is ready to proceed and break ground as soon as the frost is out of the road bed." This is only the first phase of a multi-phase project. At the end of the year, MM2020 contracted the services of Sonoptic Media
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& Communications Corp of Perth to do a business analysis. Following that, Phase 2 will seek the viability of financial models to support the project, and look into grant possibilities and opportunities for public-private partnerships. Joynes expects the analysis to be completed in February. He plans to come back to council, seeking active engagement from Mississippi Mills at that time. He indicated that despite Almonte's growth, the municipality is largely rural and it's a common problem for rural communities to lag behind larger centres in terms of technological development. "You only need to drive out to Clayton and try to pick up a cellphone signal to know that," Joynes remarked. In 2017, MM2020, under the direction of Mike
O'Malley who has since stepped back from the group, were successful in bringing broadband into Almonte and Appleton. Joynes acknowledged that these initiatives were what "jump-started" the process. Survey tells story Last year was spent reorganizing the group and an extensive survey of the community was undertaken to discover the rural need and pave the way toward a business analysis. "In the spring and summer of last year, we extensively surveyed the areas of Pakenham, Clayton and Blakeney, and by that I mean door-to-door. About 1,600 homes door-to-door," Joynes explained. This process was time consuming, but Joynes said it provided MM2020 with a survey response rate of nearly 50 per cent, higher than industry norms
which hover around 10 to 15 per cent. "That rate also belies the level of importance that the population gives to this subject," he said. While the majority of residents in the three villages aren't satisfied with their internet service, Joynes said MM2020 was surprised by some results. "A full 28 per cent of rural respondents are undertaking a home-based business. That was astounding to me, anyway," he commented. "We're not talking about Almonte and Carleton Place, we're talking about rural home-based business." " ... Today, the world can be accessed from desks in rural Mississippi Mills, if we have the broadband infrastructure to support it," Joynes continued, adding he is personally affected as a high-tech business development consultant.
Thirty-eight per cent also try and telecommute from home, which stresses the critical need for broadband infrastructure, pointed out Joynes, but it affects the agricultural industry as well. "Technology and connectivity are game changers in agriculture, whether it's GPS tracking ... or monitoring irrigation and crop yields," he said. "For a concrete example, you just need to look out onto County Road 29 and there is a dairy farm that installed an automated milking system that cost more than a million dollars." A slow and unreliable internet signal disrupts the farmers' ability to monitor animal health and the robotic system. Joynes also said with the majority of baby boomers hitting age 65 by 2021, there will be a need for electronic-based health care, such as online doctor interviews and diagnostic services. On the other hand, younger families moving to the area expect access to broadband, as do future generations born into the digital age. Coun. Denzil Ferguson questioned what would happen following the Clayton rollout. "You don't do a pilot unless you're sort of assessing whether it's going to be viable," Joynes answered. "They (Storm) do have a plan for a staged rollout across Mississippi Mills for door-to-door, but that's in Phase 3 ... I think it's going to be difficult for the vendor to rollout on that (2020) timetable, without financial inputs so that's the reason for Phase 2, which looks at financial options."
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R. TAIT MCKENZIE PUBLIC SCHOOL MARKS 20TH ANNIVERSARY Happy birthday, R. Tait McKenzie Public School! Jan. 7 was R. Tait McKenzie's (RTM) 20-year anniversary. This day was very special, because Jan. 7, 1999 was the day that RTM public school opened its doors to the students of the community. To celebrate R. Tait's 20-year anniversary, all of the students at R. T. M, (plus the teachers) sang 'Happy Birthday' and had cupcakes. We will be having another more
formal birthday celebration prior to March break. Grade 6 students Isaac Halpenny and Gavin McManus took photos to document the day. Submitted by GeorjaSonnenburg and Sarah Terry, grade 6 students
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Submitted/R. Tait McKenzie Public School R. Tait McKenzie Public School in Almonte marked its 20th anniversary Jan. 7 and celebrated it with the number 20 shaped in cupcakes, which were enjoyed staff and students at the school.
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UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS Tuesday, February 5, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - Council Tuesday, February 19, 2019 @ 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 newsfeed to have this information delivered right to your email in-box. TO SUBSCRIBE: Visit http://www.mississippimills.ca/en/ news/subscribe.aspx
2019 CAPITAL WORKS PROGRAM, VICTORIA STREET REHABILITATION CONTRACT NO. 19-01 The work described within these documents includes watermain, sanitary sewer and storm sewer installation, service replacements, earthworks and grading, road reconstruction and reinstatement along Victoria Street and Martin Street North. SEALEDTENDERS on forms supplied by the Municipality of Mississippi Mills Roads and Public Works Department will be received by the CAO, at the Municipal Office located at 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte until 1:30pm local time, on February 14, 2019 for the “Tender for Municipality of Mississippi Mills, Victoria Street Rehabilitation – Contract No. 19-01”. Tenders will be opened in public at the Municipal Office building immediately following the tender closing. To receive a copy of the tender document please email chartwick@mississippimills.ca. Cory Smith Roads and Public Works Technologist Telephone: (613) 256-2064 x 229 Facsimile: (613) 256-4242 E-mail: csmith@mississippimills.ca
CONTRACT NO. 19-02 Watermain Loop - Concession 11A work to include watermain looping of existing watermain on Ottawa Street to Honeyborne Street along Ramsay Concession 11A complete with the reconstruction of Ramsay Concession 11A from Ottawa Street to the haul road approximately 300m north-west of Honeyborne Street. This includes the widening of the roadway, granular base, hot mix pavement, excavation/regrading of ditches and installation of culverts. SEALED TENDERS on forms supplied by the Municipality of Mississippi Mills Roads and Public Works Department will be received by the CAO, at the Municipal Office located at 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte until 1:30pm local time, on February 14, 2019 for the “Tender for Municipality of Mississippi Mills, Watermain looping concession 11A, Ramsay – Contract No. 19-02”. Tenders will be opened in public at the Municipal Office building immediately following the tender closing. To receive a copy of the tender document please email chartwick@mississippimills.ca.
The Municipality is looking for input with regard to the future of Don Maynard Park. Specifically, Council is undertaking a public process pertaining to the repeal of Zoning Bylaw 17-81 (September 19, 2017) and Official Plan Amendment Bylaw 17-45 (May 16, 2017); both bylaws amended the land use designation of part of the property known locally as “Don Maynard Park” (Legally: Part of Block 40 PLAN 69547) to Residential First DensitySpecial Exception and Residential respectively. In repealing the 2017 Bylaws, Council seeks to reinstate the former “Open Space and Parkland” land use designation in the Zoning Bylaw and Community Official Plan. Any and all comments can be submitted by e-mail or written submission by Tuesday February 5, 2019 to Niki Dwyer, Director of Planning at ndwyer@mississippimills.ca. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION is available at the Municipal Office between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday or by calling (613) 256-2064 ext 259. An attached map identifies the location of Don Maynard Park.
For further information please contact; Cory Smith Roads and Public Works Technologist Telephone: (613) 256-2064 x 229 Facsimile: (613) 256-4242 E-mail: csmith@mississippimills.ca
MUNICIPALITY OF MISSISSIPPI MILLS NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING CONCERNING DON MAYNARD PARK TAKE NOTICE that a Public Meeting will be held on Tuesday February 5th 2019 at 6:00 at the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office at 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte Ontario.
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www.twp.beckwith.on.ca The meeTing daTes are as follows: Tuesday, February 5th, 2019
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2019 dog Tags Dog tags are due for renewal. Tags help to identify lost dogs and reunite them with their families. Tag(s) are available at the Municipal Office, during regular business hours. The fee is $15.00 payable either by cash; cheque or debit. A replacement tag for a lost tag cost $2.00. Owners are asked to keep the tag securely fastened on the dog at all times. Kennel Licenses are available where applicable for a fee of $30.00. Dogs are prohibited from running at large and are required to be licensed.
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Evelyn Harford/Metroland Gerry Van Loon, president of the Lanark Animal Welfare Society, stands outside the shelter currently undergoing renovations.
COUNTY EARMARKS $3,000 FOR LAWS SPAY/NEUTER PROGRAM ASHLEY KULP akulp@metroland.com Lanark County has opted to fund a $3,000 spay/ neuter program for the Lanark Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) after denying a larger multi-year request from the organization. Coun. John Fenik (Perth mayor) proposed the amount, to be allocated under the 2019 community grants program, Jan. 9 during discussion about the grant applications at the county's community services meeting. He said he understands the issues of stray animals is "a local municipal issue." " ... I really think when you have wild, feral cats and wild, feral dogs, they don't stop at the boundary between Perth and Smiths Falls or Montague and Beckwith. I think we should earmark some money specifically for a spay and neuter program," he remarked. "This touches all of our municipalities." LAWS submitted an ap-
plication to the county's community grants program for $40,000 in funding over four years ($10,000 annually) to cover the Smiths Falls shelter's expenses, including food and medical care for the more than 400 cats it receives each year. Gerry Van Loon, president of LAWS, appealed to county councillors at the Jan. 9 meeting. The organization, a registered charity founded in 1986, has a mission to promote the welfare of all animals, provide shelter and care and prevent cruelty and suffering to those animals in need. They also provide low-cost spay and neuter services for the pets of low-income families. According to Van Loon, in 2018 LAWS found new homes for more than 547 cats and 18 dogs, and returned eight pets to their owners. In total, the shelter took in 656 animals last year, of which 644 were cats. "Not all were strays," he pointed out. "About 43 per cent of them were surren-
ders to LAWS and were born at the shelter. Apparently the so-called 'kitten season' at the shelter runs all year long." And at least 100 strays come to the shelter from municipalities outside of Lanark County due to the organization's no-kill policy. The organization currently provides pound services for cats to Carleton Place and Smiths Falls and will do so for Perth this year. Animal control officers brought in about 107 strays to the pound in 2018 and after a three-day stay, the animals move to the shelter to be adopted. Van Loon stressed that "animal control is a responsibility of municipalities and we look to all of you to make it a priority to support our efforts to combat the problem of cat overpopulation in our communities." To that end, in addition to the $10,000 ask annually from the county, LAWS is See - page 13
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seeking $1,000 grants from each local municipality. "Multi-year funding will continue to be needed until fully-funded pound services for cats and dogs becomes available from each municipality in the areas we serve," Van Loon said. While LAWS is nearing completion of renovations to its aging Glenview Road shelter, he noted they don't have the physical capacity to provide pound services to all municipalities "in our current state." The concept for a county-wide pound was dismissed by municipalities last year due to the lack of demand and Van Loon said that matter needs to be re-examined. "While this may be true in the case of stray dogs, we insist that pound services are definitely needed for cats," he commented. "To date, shelters like LAWS have been doing their best to fulfill the gap with privately funded donations, but our funding and facilities are limited ..." He said LAWS wants to be part of the solution and wishes to participate in a working group with the goal of establishing full pound services for cats. The organization is also willing to partner with the county and its member municipalities to better educate the public, provide vaccination and spay/neuter programming for cats and dogs. "We do not foresee a time when LAWS' shelter services will not be needed, however, we do believe the care of stray, abandoned and domesticated animals is an issue which warrants municipal and county attention and funding," Van Loon commented. "We can only do more with your help." The list of recipients for the community grants program is expected to be passed at the Jan. 23 county council meeting.
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CARLETON PLACE BIA ELECTS NEW DIRECTORS TARA GESNER tgesner@metroland.com The Downtown Carleton Place Business Improvement Association held its annual general meeting on Jan. 14 at the Carleton Place Canoe Club. Business improvement association (BIA) members, community partners and local politicians, including Mayor Doug Black, Deputy Mayor Sean Redmond and councillors Theresa Fritz and Linda Seccaspina, attended the gathering. The municipality's chief administrative officer, Diane Smithson, was also there. BIA board chair Mark Lovell was the annual general meeting's (AGM) MC, receiving strong support from BIA co-ordinator Kate Murray. In addition to typical AGM business, festivities on Monday night included a three-course meal, which was catered by Black Tartan Kitchen, networking and guest speaker Jennifer Irwin. Irwin is the curator at the Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum. She spoke about the history of downtown Carleton Place. Established and designated by the Town of Carleton Place, the BIA allows businesspeople and property owners to join together to make improvements in the downtown area. Lovell explained a volunteer board of directors manages the BIA, and the organization is financed through a municipal property tax levy. The work of the BIA is plentiful, from organizing events to draw people downtown to highlighting the area as a great business district, a shopping destination and a place to enjoy. Lovell noted beautification is key ... streetscape and facade improvements, flowers, decorative lighting and benches. "We also offer educational and promotional opportunities to our members," he added. The BIA area encompasses Bridge Street, one
side of Beckwith Street and one side of Victoria Street. It also stretches to the Findlay Foundry property on High Street and the Carleton Place Mews on Lansdowne Avenue, and the Carleton Junction park area. "The BIA welcomed some great businesses in 2018," Lovell said. They are: Braumeister Brewing Co., Acquisti Life, Pharmasave, Chasin' Turkey's, Capone's Deli, The General Store, Caribou, The Queens Crafter and Market Place, Hamsa Yoga, Solace Hair Design, 360 Plus Media, Gathering Grounds CafĂŠ, Sully's Tattoo, Smoke FX and Urban Ocean. "We also welcomed new property owners," Lovell stated. The chair is "really encouraged by the facelift I see on the main street." The BIA receives support from the Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce and the municipality, and collaboration comes from Carleton Place Public Works, People First of Lanark County, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 192, Ontario BIA Association, Arts Carleton Place, Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum, Carleton Place Public Library, the Carleton Place sister city committee and more. The BIA is a strong leader in the community through its involvement in successful events: Free Comic Book Day, Lambs Down Park Festival, Christmas Open House, Bridge Street Summer Fest and Santa Claus Parade, just to name a few. "New in 2018 was Pumpkinfest," Lovell said. "This was done in partnership with the Carleton Place sister city committee, and the event was a huge success." "The pianos and Art Shack were also new in 2018," he continued. The chair highlighted the organization's strong social media presence. The most viewed pages on www.downtowncarletonplace.com last year were
home, community calendar, Santa Claus Parade, real estate, Bridge Street Summer Fest, events and member directory. "Most of our visitors were from Ottawa (37 per cent) and Carleton Place (13 per cent), followed by Montreal (12 per cent) and Mississippi Mills (seven per cent)," Lovell said. The BIA often plays an advocacy role, with the town contacting the organization for input. For example, the BIA was asked for its feedback regarding guidelines for temporary objects on sidewalks. "We are going to be a commenting body on some of the development applications in the area," Lovell revealed. From peer-to-peer networking events to professional development sessions, the BIA continued to engage its members in 2018. Lovell explained a $4,800 co-operative events and advertising grant was used to assist both BIA members and third-party events held the downtown area. For example: Bunny Run, Murder Mystery Fundraiser, Employer Symposium, Remembrance Day Banner Project, Outdoor Pig Roast at Bridge St. Summer Fest, Farm to Fork Dinner and Dance, Downtown Chocolate Party and Rag Bag Cabaret. Looking ahead, the BIA will continue to review its policies and strategic plan. The BIA is excited about the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail (OVRT). Carleton Junction is the name of the Carleton Place section of the OVRT, which will serve both motorized and non-motorized users. Too, the organization is working with the chamber to develop a downtown map - a tourist map. "The 200th anniversary of Carleton Place is this year," Lovell said. "We are really excited about this." What can BIA members do? "Introduce yourself to other downtown Carleton Place members, check out other downtown Carleton Place stores and consider
Tara Gesner/Metroland Photos Downtown Carleton Place Business Improvement Association (BIA) held its annual general meeting (AGM) on Jan. 14 at the Carleton Place Canoe Club. Top: AGM MC and BIA board chair Mark Lovell. Below: Guest speaker Jennifer Irwin, the curator at the Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum, spoke about the history of downtown Carleton Place. joining the board or a subcommittee," Lovell said. "Most of all, be creative and have fun!" The chair also highlighted the organization's facade program, which is intended to assist and encourage commercial owners and tenants to improve and/or restore building frontages. BIA treasurer Sean Lawrence reviewed the organization's 2019 budget (revenue and expenses proposed in the area of $197,000). For complete information about the organization's finances, call 613257-8049. Following Law-
rence's presentation, a motion was passed to approve the budget and take it to Carleton Place council for final approval. New board The BIA has a new board for the 2019-2022 term. Of the seven elected members, Petra Graber (The Good Food Company), Lovell (property owner), Rob Probert (Canadian Career Academy) and Erin Rose (sponsored by Dena Comley of The Granary) are returning. New members are Mark Hinton (360 Plus Media), Bart Seaton (Et Cetera Home) and Matt West (Cooper Street Pro-
ductions). Fritz is returning as council's representative. Ten candidates ran for election. Donna MacDonald (Mortgage Alliance), Moe Hajo (Lakeside Shawarma & Souvlaki) and Nasser Sallam (Pharmasave) were not successful. Business and property owners voted on Monday night after each candidate was given two minutes to speak. Hajo and Sallam were not in attendance. BIA board members serve a four-year term. The executive (chair, vice chair and treasurer) will be announced at a later date.
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Carleton Place Donor Centre on Jan. 26 to ensure local patients receive the blood they need. Every minute of every day, a patient in Canada needs blood. More regular donors are needed to maintain a strong national inventory of blood and blood products to meet patients' needs. The Carleton Place mobile donation centre will be set up at St. James Anglican Church (225 Edmund St.) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. To book an appointment today, locate a donor centre, check your eligibility and more download the Give-
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TRAVEL TO THE U.S. CAN DEFINITELY HAVE PITFALLS JEFF MAGUIRE OFFERS A CHECKLIST TO PLAN THAT WINTER GETAWAY JEFF MAGUIRE Column
Because I often write about our travels I receive a lot of feedback from readers, most of whom have questions about destinations my wife Kathleen and I have visited, the countries and places I have written about. At this time of year people's travel questions often turn to warm weather destinations as they aim to escape our winter. Kathleen and I are not island or cruise people.
In fact we can't think of anything more boring that sitting on a beach being broiled by the sun. And floating around the ocean in what amounts to a luxury hotel isn't up our alley either! So I'm sorry, but when it comes to queries about island hopping or what cruise line offers the best buffets I am no help whatsoever. Our near neighbour, the United States of America, is easily the favourite winter getaway place for Canadians. It is also at the heart of our warm weather travel experience during the winter months. My late parents wintered in Orlando, Florida for many years which meant the Sunshine State was a magnet for our family. We also have plenty of experience with Tennessee and its moderate winters and
Nevada and its hot, dry climate which, somehow, is easier to take than the humidity of Florida. We have not been to Arizona, but we are planning to visit - soon. Travelling to the States has its pitfalls, things that have to be considered while planning a winter getaway. I'm not talking about the hardened border, Trump's wall, the low standing of the loonie or what, in my opinion, has been the false portrait painted by some here that the U.S. is no longer a friendly destination for Canadians. That is utter nonsense! I highly recommend the warmer locations I have just mentioned. But before heading south I have a checklist you should consider. As long as you travel on this continent you don't usually have to go
through the inconvenience of multiple shots at the doctor's office or pharmacy. Those are generally for island or cruise vacationers. Bad water, for example, isn't often a North American problem. But travel documents have never been more important when it comes to American holidays. In the post 9/11 era a valid passport is the only thing that will get you across the border. Because of the situation at U.S. Customs, if you are planning to fly south allow yourself plenty of time at the airport prior to your flight. American Customs is now located at large Canadian airports which on the surface, sounds convenient. And it is convenient as long as you leave lots of time. Give yourself lots of layover time if you are dealing
with a connecting flight (transferring from one aircraft to another), especially at major airports such as Toronto Pearson. Travel insurance is another absolute necessity. Don't even think about venturing south of the border if you aren't carrying valid health insurance! Kathy recently retired after 30 years in the insurance business. She can tell horror stories all day long about clients who failed to purchase health insurance and were injured or felled by illness and required hospitalization in the U.S. Even a week-
long stay in an American health care facility can run well into six figures. These are a few of the dos, don'ts and the pitfalls of international travel. Planning is the key. If you plan your travel well you are less likely to encounter complications and that means you will enjoy your vacation more. Jeff Maguire is a career journalist who lives in Carleton Place, Ont. He has been writing for community and daily newspapers since 1971. He can be reached by email at: jeffrey.maguire@rogers.com.
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PAKENHAM PIONEERS DOREEN AND GARNIE ZIEBARTH TO BE HONOURED JAN. 25 now know). Orval coached the Pakenham Panthers Hockey team. With dad coaching from the side, Garnie was one of the "Ziebarth line" - Garnie on centre, Merlie on right wing and Eldon on left wing. Many lads in the community will attest to the success of the Panthers team - a force to be reckoned with on the ice. Of course, when hockey skates were hung up, the ball gloves came out. Garnie played for the Aces and enjoyed his time with local teams, where he both pitched and caught for the Aces. Garnie played township ball after that - in a day where crowds gathered to watch a game. To earn an income, Garnie worked as a carpenter for John Coady since the age of 16, and in later years with Herman Dolan, both companies where his time on job sites produced many funny stories of shenanigans and, at the same time, the pride of seeing a job well done on buildings throughout Ottawa, Gatineau and the Ottawa Valley. There was always work to be done on the farm, naturally, and Garnie helped with the milking and cropping until he began his own farm operation, fields away from the homestead. It was there he and his wife Doreen began their life together. Doreen, too, was raised on a farm but it was not one with Holsteins. Doreen was born in 1942 in Almonte. Her parents, Annie and Milton Symington, raised foxes, mink and horses along with their six kids (Allan, Helen, Kathleen, Doreen, Eileen and Ronnie). Their farm was unique, but also unique was the family band that the Symingtons had. With her dad playing fiddle and drums, Doreen's aunts and uncles played piano, banjo, guitar and sang. Doreen was 10 when her family moved to Arnprior. Her dad opened a Massey Harris dealership in Arnprior and included custom cropping with his farm equipment sales and service. Doreen's mom kept everything running smoothly at home, especially when dad was away playing in the
Submitted/Pakenham Frost Festival Doreen and Garnie Ziebarth, pictured above on their wedding day in 1963, will be honoured as Pakenham pioneers Friday, Jan. 25 during a special Pakenham Frost Festival ceremony at the Stewart Community Centre. band. They took in many shows and Milton was one of the first members of the Renfrew County Fiddlers Association. Doreen was on stage from an early age and, being surrounded by music, it led to her stepping out on her own. Step dancing, that is! She played guitar, and being a southpaw, turned her guitars upside down ... and then restrung them. She also enjoyed teaching groups of small children
Doreen helped with two special weddings when Greg married Nancy Murphy and Cindy married Jerry Skebo. They started families of their own, living and working near the farm in Pakenham. And in it all, there were card parties, winter carnivals, lumberjack contests, calf shows, Oktoberfests, Pakenham parades (that go around twice), the fair, fiddling and step-dancing competitions, family reunions, sports and volunteering at events. Life was busy! The cows left the farm in 2001, but life continues with a Black Angus operation and crops. Grandkids help bring excitement and chaos back to the farm. Delaney, Maeghan, Isaiah, Mary, Jackson, Matthew and Grant are the pride of the family. As the kids grow, they know they always have a chair in the kitchen, to come back to the farm and catch up on news with nana and poppa. Visits always include whatever fresh baking is coming out the oven at the time. It is a special place. Doreen and Garnie have been married 55 years now. They look forward to many more years with family, friends and neighbours in Pakenham and beyond. We congratulate them on being this year's Pakenham pioneers! Submitted by the Pakenham Frost Festival
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Every year the Pakenham & District Civitan Club celebrates someone local for their longstanding contributions to the building of the community. This year, Garnie and Doreen Ziebarth will be honoured during a Pakenham Frost Festival ceremony on Friday, January 25 at 7:15 p.m. at the Stewart Community Centre before the hockey game (Carleton Place Canadians and the Arnprior Packers). Hockey, farming, fastball, music and social events have been a part of Pakenham life since the beginning. And so, it is very fitting that Doreen and Garnie Ziebarth have been selected as the Pakenham pioneers for the 2019 Pakenham Frost Festival. The Ziebarth family has made Pakenham their home for generations. Garnie was born in 1941, on Concession 12 of Pakenham. His parents, Hazel and Orval Ziebarth, built a bustling farmstead where they raised three boys and two girls - Eldon, Garnie, Merlie, Melba and Debbie. Garnie spent much of his early days, playing on the creek and in the field with his brothers and his buddies down the road, the Ryans, Lunneys and Russells. When the creek froze, it was time to play hockey. They anxiously awaited recess at the Scott Schoolhouse when they had the chance to take on a quick game during schooldays. Orval coached hockey and with Hazel's support, he ensured their boys had every opportunity to play. That strong dedication to hockey life and passion for the game led to offers for Garnie to join the Toronto Marlies at the age of 16, as well as Barrie Flyers. It is the dream of many kids, to someday play in the NHL; but in the '50s, it was an extremely difficult plan to organize. Orval and Hazel met with representatives and the talks of travel and school away from home began. Unfortunately, it was not to be. Garnie stayed in Pakenham, playing for local teams, spending his last two years of juniors with Arnprior (later becoming the Packers we
how to step dance. As a teen, she first worked at Walkers department store and then went onto the Kenwood, where miles of beautiful Kenwood blankets were made. She also found time to take in many hockey games, watching #17 from the stands. But it was at the baseball field that Garnie made a promise. In 1963 Doreen and Garnie married and moved to the farm in Pakenham. In 1967 they began their dairy herd, producing many award-winning Holsteins. Beef and cash crop were also part of the farm. As was their children Greg and Cindy. Hockey, ringette, ball, 4-H and school activities filled their lives. Annoyed that she couldn't find a decent cover for her couch, Doreen began sewing more - evolving her hobby into a bustling series of upholstery jobs, including teaching upholstery courses. She also designed and sewed custom tarps for the Almonte fire trucks. Her tailoring skills were requested by many throughout the area and she also saved many frantic brides with her offers to help. It was not unusual to find bridal gowns hanging from the light fixtures at the house or even pinned to Garnie's shoulders while Doreen hemmed them. The house took on the colour of many weddings as Doreen stitched bridesmaid and flower girl dresses over the years.
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GREEN THUMBS GROW, LEARN WITH ALMONTE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY Whether you are new to gardening or are a seasoned gardener, your local gardening club may be the place for you. Either way, you will find the best help you can get by becoming a member of the Almonte & District Horticultural Society (A&DHS). Although the name may give the impression the society is all experts, we are really just a garden club with members at all levels of experience who are more than happy to network with others by sharing problems and offering ideas and solutions. Whether a beginner or master gardener, you are certain to enjoy the benefits of the society as an excellent resource to answer your gardening questions. We provide a supportive environment for garden-
ers of all levels by encouraging the use of eco-friendly practices to promote the production of food, flowers and plants, and to conserve our environment. A&DHS presents expert guest speakers at monthly meetings covering a wide range of topics. Our first speaker this year on Monday, Jan. 28 is Scott Sigurdson, owner of Indian Creek Orchard Gardens, on the topic of organic gardening and pest management. In the following months we will have speakers on such topics as seed starting made easy, favourite herbs and uses, and the top perennials in 2019 for sun and shade. Other society benefits include, networking opportunities with Lanark County Master Gardeners; field trips, garden tours
and flower shows; member discounts from numerous local gardening businesses; access to the Ontario Horticultural Association; and an annual plant sale offering vegetables and plants at discount prices (Saturday, May 11 this year). In addition, following each meeting, you'll enjoy refreshments and have time to share your gardening experiences or get personal one-on-one help. Raffles at each meeting provide a chance to win useful garden-related items. A&DHS volunteer members spend an amazing number of hours planting and maintaining public gardens at the cenotaph, Almonte library (large circular bed and Albert's Garden), Peace Park, Veteran's Walkway, and arena. Volunteers are also responsi-
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tification Committee, society members assemble thank you gifts, and select, photograph and submit winners to the Canadian Gazette and Millstone News for the 'Yard of the Week'. We hope to continue our partnership with Naismith Public School by continuing to plant flower and vegetable seeds with the junior and senior kindergarten classes in the spring. These seedlings are then planted in the kindergarten play area and planters constructed by volunteers in front of the play area. When the students return to school in September, they enjoy fresh vegetables. Meetings are held the fourth Monday of the month (except in July and December at 7:30 p.m. at the Cornerstone Community Church (next to the Almonte roundabout at the corner of Concession 11A and County Road 49). Potluck suppers are held at the meetings in August and November. Membership is only $10 per year and any person 16 years of
ble for planting, weeding and deadheading the sidewalk planters that are placed on Mill Street and in front of the legion. One exciting initiative that the members have undertaken, is the reinvention of the Library Garden as a pollinator-friendly perennial garden. This project was begun in 2018 and will continue in 2019. If you like gardening but do not have an opportunity to do so where you live, why not join the society to have the opportunity to partake in a hobby you enjoy. High school students are most welcome to join us and can apply their volunteer hours toward the 40-hour Ontario community involvement requirement. With the co-operation of the Mississippi Mills Beau-
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Saturday morning. My house chores were done and I was at my usual place at the kitchen table, colouring with my crayons, the picture which came every week in the Ottawa Farm Journal. The big soup pot sat on the back burner of the stove with regular wisps of steam lifting the lid in a steady putt-putt. The soup pot never left the stove. In it was every leftover to leave our table. The heel of an onion, a bit of leftover potato, the end of a sausage, a bit of pork chop ... it all went into the soup pot. If Father came in midafternoon from the barn, chilled to the bone, Mother would put a buttered piece of bread in the bottom of a soup bowl, and ladle on a heaping portion out of the soup pot. And we often had a bowl before we went to bed. That Saturday morning, Mother was making her soup specialty, which Father had finally admitted was right up there with the soup in the pot that sat on the back burner of the Findlay Oval. A ham bone, with lots of smoked meat still on it, had been simmering all morning. On the bake table was a big bowl of yellow split-peas right out of Briscoe's General Store. Before going to bed the night before, Mother covered the peas with water, and it looked to me like they had doubled in size, and now just about filled the bowl, having swelled up during the night. This was going to be
Mother's French Canadian pea soup. When she first made it, she made the mistake of calling it by its proper name, so Father would have nothing to do with it. But one day, when the regular soup pot was just about empty, he agreed he didn't have much choice, and he took his first sip of Mother's pea soup! Well, as Mother said, "it was like he had discovered America." He asked for a second bowl, even though he should have "just a spoon or two" before he dug into his supper! So ever after, even though the catch-all soup pot was always on the back of the stove, Mother's French Canadian pea soup was considered a special treat, and I watched as she put it all together. Now, Mrs. Beam, a neighbour and a good friend of Mother's, got wind of Mother's special soup. German to her backbone, she chose to ignore Mother's French Canadian background, so Mother never gave the soup its proper name ... she just called it pea soup. The Saturday was busy as usual ... Audrey doing her regular chores, mine finished, the kitchen busy with Mother pounding down bread for the oven, and the makings of the pea soup already simmering on the Findlay Oval. Then, in walked Mrs. Beam mid-afternoon, and she stopped dead in her tracks, sniffing the air around her. Of course, she knew of the special soup, but had never tasted it. Mother offered her a bowl to take the chill out of her bones, and Mrs. Beam, who never refused the offer of
food, plopped down at the kitchen table. It didn't take her long to polish off the bowl, and accepted Mother's offer of a bit more to tide her over until supper. Wiping her mouth with the back of her hand, she asked Mother if the soup had a name. I saw Mother pause, take a deep breath and say, "just call it pea soup, Mrs. Beam ... I'm not much for putting names on foods," avoiding of course, telling her it was French Canadian pea soup. Well, Mrs. Beam thought it should have a name, and she rhymed off a few, all in German of course, that she thought described the pea soup. Well, the names meant nothing to Mother, but she said if Mrs. Beam wanted to call it that, that was fine with her. When Father came in for his supper, Mother told him the soup had a new name, and she did the best she could with trying to remember what Mrs. Beam had called it in German. Father squinted and asked Mother to repeat what Mrs. Beam had said. She did the best she could. Father threw back his head and laughed. "Well, it has a name all right. It's now called pea soup." Interested in an electronic version of Mary's books? Go to https:// www.smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for ebook purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca. Mary is a longtime writer with several books in print and in electronic copies. "Mary Cook's Memories" appears as a regular column.
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It is with great regret and sadness that we announce the brave passing of Janet Ann Lacasse (nee Halden) of Gillies Corners on Sunday, January 13th, 2019. Widow of the late Richard Lacasse of Ottawa. Janet was predeceased by her parents the late John and Gertrude Halden (nee Hinton) and her brother John “Bud” F. Halden (Joyce). She is survived by her loving brother Norman Halden (Beverly) of Ottawa, her son Geoff Perkins (Tracy) of Ottawa, her daughter-in-law and friend Corry Turner-Perkins (Ian) and her very beloved grandson Jonathan Perkins. She will be missed by her many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Janet was a Career Federal Employee but her true passion were her dogs through which she became an internationally known champion breeder of Lasa Apso dogs, achieving best in show and breed awards. Janet will be greatly missed by her family and friends more than words can say. The family wish to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at the Carleton Place Hospital for their kind and considerate care. Friends and family are invited to attend a reception at the Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Saturday, January 26th 2019, from 12:00 noon until time of the celebration of life in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Lanark Animal Welfare Society would be appreciated by the family.
The McCann family is saddened to announce the death of Jim on January 12th, 2019. Jim was born February 27th, 1944. He is survived by his sisters Marie (Mike) Amyot of Perth, Cassie McCann of Westport, Norah (late John) Przewoznik of Clarendon and Eileen Barker of London. Jim will be fondly remembered by his nieces Lisa Amyot (Mark Harris), Caroline Amyot (Alex Bardelcik), and Sarah Barker (Justin Soudant); nephews Paul (Alana Montis) and Jeffrey Barker, great nephews and nieces, many cousins, friends and neighbours. Jim was predeceased by his parents Bernard and Blanche (McDonell) McCann and twin sisters Emily and Elizabeth who died in infancy. He will be remembered for his love of travel throughout North America, photography, classic cars and his interest in politics at all levels. He wrote many articles which were published in numerous newspapers, signed with his unique manner, “Jim McCann of Classic Corners”. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St W.. Perth Thursday January 17th, 2019 from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Bridget’s Church, Stanleyville Friday at 11:00 A.M. A reception will follow the funeral service at the BVM Hall, Stanleyville. Jim will be interred in St. John’s Cemetery Perth with his parents. In remembrance of Jim, memorial donations to the twinned parishes of Sacred Heart and St. Bridgets Churches or fund of your choice would be appreciated.
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Peacefully at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Saturday, January 12th, 2019, after a short illness. Ted was the son of the late Edward “Ted Sr.” and Elizabeth “Lib” LeMaistre of Carleton Place. He is survived by his son Bill and his wife Nancy, as well as grandsons Benjamin and Gabriel, sister Beverley Tinslay (Gerry), Bette LeMaistre, brother John Currie LeMaistre (Anna) and was predeceased by his brother Jamie. Ted was also predeceased by his first wife Louise Sabourin, father-in-law Maurice Sabourin and is survived by his mother-in-law Jeanne Sabourin, brother-inlaw Richard Sabourin, sister-in-law Diane Potvin (Andy), and his second wife June MacMillan. Also left to mourn are his nieces and nephews Pam, Stephanie, Kristy, Nichole, Ryan and Michelle, as well as great nieces and great nephews and a multitude of friends. Ted had a long teaching career where he earned great admiration and respect from both his students and colleagues. It was always a point of great pride when students from his past would approach him to tell him how much they enjoyed him as a teacher and the impact that he had on their lives. He loved sports as a participant, spectator and coach. His love and knowledge of baseball was passed down to him by his father and they both coached young people. He also played hockey and golf with some of his lifelong friends. Fishing, hunting and time at the cottage on Mississippi Lake created many fond memories. Family was very important to Ted, with a special place in his heart for his son, his daughter-inlaw and grandsons. A celebration of Ted’s life will be held at a later date. For those who wish, a donation to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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July 30, 1944 - January 15, 2019 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Marian Esther Goodell (Sully), peacefully at the Orchardview retirement residence in Almonte on January 15, 2019 in her 75th year. Marian was a long-time resident of Westport, ON, and is predeceased by her parents George and Margaret Sully (nee Little), beloved wife of the late Philip Goodell and nephew Mark Leeder. Marian is survived by her son Steve (Janet), grandson Matt, sisters Betty Zwiers (John) and Dorothy Leeder (Grant) as well as nieces and nephews Kevin Leeder (Angela), Jennifer Kambulow (Ed), Andrew Zwiers (Jennifer) and Elizabeth Zwiers. Marian enjoyed her long career as a high school teacher, retiring from Thousand Islands Secondary School, Brockville, in 1997. She also had a passion for antiques, and with Phil operated Little Village Antiques in Westport for many years. Marian’s creative talents included tole and china painting with the Leeds China Painters, as well as painting the many beautiful decoys that Phil carved. She will also be remembered for her beautifully decorated collection of Christmas trees. Marian enjoyed her time spent gardening both inside and out, and discovering new plants, especially the flowering varieties. Marian was a devoted Christian, with a life-long commitment to her church community, and the many activities and committees at Knox Presbyterian Church in Westport. Special thanks to the staff of the 4th floor at Orchardview on the Mississippi in Almonte. Their caring and compassion during Marian’s time there was genuine and very much appreciated by Marian and her family. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 26th at 11 a.m. at Lyons Funeral Home, 51 Concession Street, Westport, ON. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Westport Firefighters Association would be appreciated by the family. LYONS Funeral Home 51 Concession Street, Westport,ON 613-273-3333
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Major, Canadian Armed Forces / Master of Science in Nursing November 13, 1933 to January 12, 2019. With her hand held, Dorla peacefully passed away in Perth, ON. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. Predeceased by parents, Marion Wilson and Ira Crawford; sister-in-law Marion; and brothers Harold and Gary (Judy). Survived by sister Jane (David) and former sister-in-law Addie. Dorla was a loving and generous aunt to Debbie, Susan, Pegi, Shane, Jesica, and Nathan, and their extended, blended families. As a nurse, Dorla joined RDAF in 1960. She retired in 1986 to care for her parents, golf, read, and pursue interests, always with the companionship of a dog. Family thanks her doctors, Perth Hospital and staff at Carolina Suites (Perth). A special thanks to Judy for care and companionship. In lieu of flowers, please consider donation to Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind, Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB), a children’s charity, or your local library. Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son Funeral Directors, Perth. To be notified about the celebration of life, to take place later in 2019, please send contact information to celebratingdorla@gmail.com.
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Peacefully at Perth Hospital on January 11, 2019. Fern Donnelly of Westport in her 91st year. She was predeceased by her husband Leonard. Cherished by her children Linda (Barry) Norris; Marilyn (Eric) Norris and Cindy (Art) Bell. Sister of Lloyd (Betty), Bruce Lewis and sister in law to Lawrence (Sharon) Donnelly and Doreen Lewis. Fondly remembered by six grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Friends were received at Lyons Funeral Home in Westport on Monday January 14, 2019 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Funeral Mass was celebrated Tuesday January 15 at 11AM in St. Edwards Church, Westport. Interment: St. Edwards Cemetery. Donations to the Perth Hospital or Charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Online Condolence at www.lyonsfuneralhome.ca
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Edna passed away in Perth on Tuesday January 15th, 2019 in her 94th year. She was predeceased by her parents Benjamin and Ann (Harrington) Murphy and her beloved husband Gordon Coutts. She was the cherished mother of Barbara Ann (Bob) Haslam of McDonalds Corners, Sue (John) Nibourg of Edmonton and Jo-Anne (William) Kirkham of Perth; grandmother of Tara and Shane (Chantal Dube) Haslam, Johan, Katrina and Holly (Kiley Thomas) Nibourg and Benjamin (Jamie-Lee Breach), Sarah (Andrew Peters) and Ericka Kirkham and great grandmother of Tyla, Zander and Hayden. She was sister of Evelyn (late Arthur) Publow, Patricia Murphy and the late Rita and Doris Paquette and Helen Sterr. Edna will be sadly missed by brother-inlaw Patrick Sterr, sister-in-law Helen Cartwright, the Coutts and Murphy families and many good friends. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W., Perth on Sunday January 20th, 2019 from 12 noon to 4:00 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Johns Church, Perth Monday at 10:00 A.M. Interment, St. Johns Cemetery. A reception will follow in the Perth Lions Hall. In remembrance, contributions to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Perth Lioness Club would be appreciated.
(nee Clancy) May 7th, 1933 January 14, 2019 Kit passed away surrounded with love, in her 86th year after a graceful and dignified battle with pancreatic cancer. She was predeceased by her parents Harold and Elizabeth Clancy and in 2005 her beloved husband of 54 years Robert (Bob) Renaud. Kit was the loved and proud Mother of Gary (Nancy) Renaud, dear Grandmother of Andrew (Karla), David (Alison), Leanne (Matt) and Steven Renaud and GG of Addyson and Charlie Renaud. She was the dear sister of Ray (late Pat) Clancy, Lindsay, Ont., Douglas (Margaret) Clancy, Wilton, Ont., George (late Shirley) Clancy, Newburg, Ont., Shirley (late Ron) Love, Centreville, Ont., Jane (late Frank) Berry, Enterprise, Ont., Marilyn (Don) Fenwick, Enterprise, Ont. She was predeceased by her sister Dorothy Warwick and brother Carl Clancy and is survived by sisters-In-Law Yvonne Clancy, Moscow, Ont., Marie (late Ernie) Pelletier, Vancouver, WA., USA, Claire (late Tony) Hoffman, Courtenay, B.C. She will be missed and fondly remembered by her family, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends including, Carole Latulippe, Alvin Kelford, Jackie Sheridan and Helena Hanna. Friends paid their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W., Perth Friday, January 18th, 2019 from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service was held in St. Paul’s United Church, Perth, Saturday at 11:00 A.M. Interment, Elmwood Cemetery. A reception followed in the Blair & Son Family Centre. Special thanks to all of the medical professionals who provided exceptional, compassionate care to Kit and in particular the nurses and doctors in the ER and B-2 of the Ottawa Civic Hospital including Dr. Holden and Dr. Yelle and nurses Rosalie and Dary. In addition, thanks to the superb team at the Champlain LHIN especially Sylvie and Catherine along with Dr. Dyason, Dr. Vickers and Dr. Gaudet as well as Shannon and Olga of the Palliative Care team, the staff at the Green Street Pharmacy and to Dr. Ferrier and his nurse Jordon in Perth for their special assistance and support. In remembrance of Kit, donations in lieu of flowers to the Lanark County Cancer Society “Wheels of Hope” Program or The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 244, Perth, Ont. would be greatly appreciated.
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Baird, Mary Ann (nee Ferguson)
At home, in Williams Lake BC, on Monday January 14, 2019, at the age of 67. Much loved wife of Lorne. Cherished mother of Helena Baird (Les Whitney), Ken (Angela Gibbons) and Barkley (Tannas). Devoted nanny and great-nanny. Loved and missed by her family in Nova Scotia, her sisters-in-law Anne (Clarence Bowes), and Edith (Brian Affleck), brothers-in-law Len (Val) and Les (Cheryl), and a large community of family & friends. In memory of Mary Ann, a donation to the Canadian Lung Association would be appreciated by the family. A reception to honour Mary Ann will be held at a later date.
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BENNETT, Gerald William
Of Smiths Falls, passed away peacefully at Carleton Place Terrace on Saturday, January 12, 2019. Gerald, loving husband of the late Sylvia (June 30, 2017), and predeceased by his parents William “Bill” and Lydia Bennett. Gerald will also be lovingly remembered by the many friends he made throughout his life. Family and friends may call at Lannin Funeral Home, 32 Main Street East, Smiths Falls, on Wednesday, January 16 from 1-2 PM. A Funeral Service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home at 2 PM following the visitation period. Interment at Hillcrest Cemetery following the service. Donations in memory of Gerald may be made to Bible Truth Publishers. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca
DEATH NOTICE It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Elizabeth Norton on January 15th, 2019 in Picton, Ontario. Barbara is predeceased by her parents Thomas and Jean Bourgaize of Perth and her husband Larry Norton. She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law Anne and Don Hutchings of Perth and brother Peter Bourgaize of Perth. She is also survived by her sons Barry of Wellington, Dean of Regina, her five grandchildren Michael, Jonathan, Andrew, Katherine and Emily, and her seven greatgrandchildren Liam, Emma, Fynn, Chloe, Coen, Isla and Magnus. Barbara was born in Montreal on June 2nd, 1928, and moved to the Perth area with her family at a young age. Barb was working in Ottawa in her early 20’s when she met and married Larry, an RCAF serviceman from Balcarres, Saskatchewan. Over the course of Larry’s service career, he and Barb lived in Ottawa, Goose Bay, Winnipeg, London, Cold Lake, Alliston and Baden Soellingen (Germany), before being posted to Trenton where they continued to reside after retirement. Over these years, Barb balanced the responsibilities of raising two boys with employment in the RCAF in a civilian capacity, largely in the area of telecommunications. Barbara was a great lover of nature, and was happiest when she was puttering around the trees and shoreline of the cottage that she and Larry built on her father’s land bordering Big Rideau Lake near Perth. All of her grandchildren recall with great fondness their times at the cottage with Grandma and Grandpa. In their retirement years, Larry and Barb travelled extensively throughout North America in their camper van, from the Florida Keys to Yukon and Alaska and Newfoundland to Vancouver Island. Barbara was a lifelong active member of the United Church, an amateur artist, and a great cat-lover. In her later years, Barb moved to Wellington and subsequently to the HJ McFarland Home in Picton. Barb’s family gives special thanks to the staff of the McFarland Home for the great care and affection they showed to her. Barbara was an exceptionally kind and beautiful person who will be greatly missed by her family and all of those that knew her. A Memorial Service for Barb will be held in the Wellington United Church on June 22nd, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. Memorial Donations to the Wellington Untied Church would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288 Noxon Avenue, Wellington Online donations and condolences at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com
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ARGUE, Margie
(nee Paige) Peacefully at the Almonte General Hospital in the early morning hours of Thursday, January 17, 2019; Margaret Anne “Margie” Argue of Pakenham passed away following a courageous struggle with brain cancer. She was 65. Beloved wife and best friend of Ritchie for over 46 years. Dearly loved and proud mother of Paige Wattie (Jared), Gillian Argue, and Grace Badham (Andrew). Cherished and devoted “Nana” of Ella, Oscar, Sadie, Lyall and Danny. Dear sister of Ian Paige (Janet Rintoul), Jane Barr (Stewart) and Sandra Paige (Francis Fuca). Predeceased by her parents, Bert and Mary (nee Nicholson) Paige as well as a sister, Dawn and a brother, Danny. Fondly remembered by Joan and Brent McDougall, Doug and Shirley Argue, Alice and Kevin Puddington as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews and so many wonderful friends. Born in Kitchener, Ontario, Margie and her family moved to Pakenham when she was 13. She quickly became the community builder that she was as she took part and contributed to just about every Pakenham area activity. While attending ADHS, Margie also worked part time at The Guide newspaper in Arnprior and remained there for several years after graduating from grade 12. She then went on to join the Royal Bank in Pakenham where she served residents in every level of customer service until retirement. Margie earned the love and respect of all who knew her. Her zest and spirit will be missed. Family and friends are invited to St. Andrew’s United Church, 2585 County Road 29, Pakenham for a service in memory of Margie on Saturday morning, January 26th at 11 o’clock. A reception will follow at the Stewart Community Centre in Pakenham. In memory of Margie, please consider a donation to the Almonte General Hospital Foundation or St. Andrew’s United Church, Pakenham. Entrusted to the professional care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca
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LEVI, John
(Community Leader and Entrepreneur) It is with the deepest sadness that Helen and her family announce that John passed away suddenly but peacefully in Kissimmee, Florida while surrounded by loved ones on Sunday afternoon, January 13th, 2019. He was 76 years old. A devoted and loving husband for more than 52 years, he will be profoundly missed by his wife Helen (nee Giles), and their children Tanice Levi (Eric Katmarian) of Ottawa; Tracy Brown (Tony), Terri-Lynn Currie and Thomas Levi (Michele), all of Almonte. A cherished and proud “Grandpa”, he will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren: Dylan, Colin, Jackson, Sophia, John, Jake, Emily, William, Timothy and Julia. John’s dear brothers James (Sandra) of North Carolina; Art (Helen) of Almonte and Edward “Ted” (Nancy) of Pakenham as well as his many nieces and nephews are also in our hearts. Predeceased by his parents, John and Helen (nee Campbell) Levi as well as his brother, Randall (Louise) of Kingston, we know John is not alone. Family and his community meant everything to John. As an entrepreneur and member of many community service groups and sports organizations, he shared his passions for “making a deal” and serving others. He was very, very proud of his legacy with Home Hardware, having grown the business from a small space on Mill St. to its current location. When John retired ten years ago, it was a great source of pride and joy that his son, Thomas, took over and continued to expand and grow the store. As a politician (Councillor, Mayor, and Deputy Mayor), John worked tirelessly to build and improve his community, always with a focus on the things he saw as practical and necessary to provide opportunities for growth and improved quality of life for the residents of Mississippi Mills. He believed absolutely in the motto: “Equal opportunities for all, no special favours for anyone.” As a member and past-president of the Almonte Civitan Club for over 30 years, a past Master of the Almonte Masonic Lodge, a dedicated member for many years of the Almonte Chamber of Commerce (formerly the BIA), and a coach and executive member of a variety of sports clubs in Almonte, John devoted countless hours directly impacting the lives of many local residents. In particular, John was passionate about ringette and coached his three daughters for many years. Their incredible shared experiences included participation in an international tournament in Finland, the Ontario Winter Games, and several provincial championship finals. In 1991, John was inducted into the Ontario Ringette Hall of Fame as a community builder of the sport. John loved to travel and never missed an opportunity to experience new things. He fought for what he believed in and never lost his desire to change the world. We are so very proud of him and grateful for his time here on Earth. Family and friends were invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Saturday, January 19th from 6 to 8 p.m. and again on Sunday, January 20th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A Tribute to John took place in the Pilon Family Chapel on Monday afternoon, January 21st at 1 o’clock. A reception followed at the Almonte Civitan Club from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Spring interment White Lake Cemetery. A Masonic Service took place at the funeral home on Sunday evening at 6 p.m. In memory of John, please consider a donation to the Ottawa Heart Institute or the Almonte Civitan Club. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca
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BOOTH Judy Lee
(Past Pres. North Lanark Highland Games, Member of the Ottawa Highlanders, former member of the Sons of Scotland, Ottawa Police Services & R.C.M.P. pipe bands) Tragically in a bus collision in Ottawa on Friday, Jan. 11, 2019. Judy Booth (nee: Sewell) of Ottawa and formerly of Almonte, age 57 years. Loving wife of Chesley “Ches” Booth. Much loved and cherished mom of Karen & Holly Benvie (Sean). Proud Nanny of Lily. Special sister to Wendy, Lori & Terry. Friends are invited to share memories at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL Inc.. 127 Church Street, Almonte, Ont. (613)256-3313 on Friday, Jan. 18 from 2 to 4 & 6 to 8 PM. A Celebration of Judy’s life will take place in the Almonte Civitan Hall, on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 2 PM. with pipe band honours accorded. For those who may choose to honour Judy with a memorial donation, please consider the North Lanark Highland Games. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com
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Maynard Clarke
February 14, 1939 January 7, 2019 Maynard Lloyd Wilson Clarke passed away suddenly on Monday January 7th 2019. Maynard was born on February 14th 1939 in Ottawa and grew up on the family farm outside of Richmond. Maynard started his work life as a plumber. He later joined the Nepean Fire Department where he spent 12 years as a firefighter. He found his true passion in long haul trucking where he spent the remainder of his working years. Maynard was an avid race car fan; he would often spend his Februarys in Florida at the racetracks with his friends. Everyone who met him became his friend. Maynard will be remembered for his heart of gold, his contagious laugh and his crazy stories. Survived by, his children James (Sylvie, Kristen, Michelle and Robert Richmond). Laurie, (Travis, Kaetrin, Kale and Kiera - Thunder Bay). Sherry Peters (Michael, Ryan, Sara and Aaron - Jamesville). Darryl (Kat and TyBrus - Florida). Matthew Richmond. Their mother Mary Ethel Aumell. Siblings Clayton (Judy) June and Bruce. Predeceased by parents Lloyd and Elsie, brother Brian, son Jeffrey and brother-in-law Bob Diehl. A celebration of life was held at his favourite hangout spot: The Marlborough Pub & Eatery 2364 Roger Stevens Drive, North Gower on February 9th from 1pm-4pm. Condolences/Tributes/Donations Hulse, Playfair & McGarry www.hpmcgarry.ca 613-258-2435
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GILLIS Neil Robert Theodore
February 12, 1934 to January 1, 2019 Neil was the son of Bernard and Ina (Peters) Gillis and was born in Pictou, NS. He had three sisters: Mary (Emberley), Olive (Fosty), Bernice (Hardy) and a step-sister, Isabel Campbell (Riggs) (deceased). Neil is predeceased by his wife, Margaret Elizabeth (Campbell) Gillis with whom he had 4 children: Robert, Carleton Place, ON; Wanda (deceased); Joanne, Arnprior, ON; and Kevin, Okotoks, AB. He is also predeceased by his common-law spouse of 17 years, Fran Gavel, with whom he lived in Lower Sackville until he moved in to the Camp Hill Veterans Memorial Building in December, 2017. Neil is survived by his grandchildren: Stephanie; Richard (Samantha), David (Christine), Diana (Matt), Bob, and Turner Cole, and by his great grandchildren:Ryan, Emma, Makenna, Abby, Gavin, Carter, Tye, Payton, Phoebe, Noah and Jade. Neil had many nieces, nephews. Neil came from humble beginnings and learned the ways of nature and the woods at a very young age. He was living in Pictou on his own when he met an RCMP officer who Neil credited with taking him to the recruiting office and getting him signed up to join the army. Although Neil was not old enough, he was a tall lad with a frame to fit; he had no problem getting in. He said he was always grateful to that Officer for what he called, “setting him on the right path”. He was a Corporal, Gunner, and spent his career in the army in many European countries, but most notable was his service in the Korean War. He saw things he could never talk about, but talked about many of the great people he met and places he had been. He rubbed shoulders with royalty, movie stars, athletes and politicians, and was proud to tell you about them. Neil was very proud to be a member of Canada’s military, and, as an extension of that, a member of the Black Watch of Canada and the Royal Canadian Legion. Although Neil suffered through many medical issues throughout his life, he was always thankful that he was in control of his mind, and he loved to learn new things. While he did not go to school beyond the 6th grade, he was proud to say that his IQ score when he entered the Army was 159. Neil was always thankful for the medical care over the years, but he was most thankful to the staff at Camp Hill Veterans Memorial Building. They treated him with respect and encouraged him to engage with as many people as possible, especially new arrivals on his floor. Neil was a soft spoken person and frequently spent time with new residents to make them feel at home and to help them settle in. He loved the staff at Camp Hill, and they loved him. He took part in everything from the food committee meetings to playing bocce. Special thanks go out to the staff at Camp Hill. Thank you. He loved nature and was happy to just drop a line the in the water; no matter if he caught anything. He loved to sit and watch the animals and birds; especially his beloved eagles. When you see an eagle, think of Neil. When Neil left the army he enjoyed many years with the Canadian Corps of Commissionaires in the Ottawa area where he lived with his family. He especially enjoyed his work because of all the people he met and got to know over the years. Neil always called Pictou home, and he moved back to New Glasgow in his retirement years. It was there that he met Fran and with whom he spent 17 years in Lower Sackville. Fran’s children were as much his family as his own and he will be greatly missed by both families. Cremation has taken place, and a small private family ceremony will be held at a later date to say our last good byes. For Memorial donations, please consider the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society or the Human Body Donation Program, Dept. of Medical Neuroscience, Dalhousie University.
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POWELL Blake Douglas
Of Belmont, NSW, Australia, passed away on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 in his 49th year. Blake was born on April 26, 1969, and was the beloved only son of Don and Sharon Powell of Kemptville, loving husband of Stephanie Powell (predeceased), cherished father of Zachary and Lachlan Powell, amazing brother to Karen Powell, Kim Powell (Scott), Leslie Henry (Kevin), and loving partner to Caroline Craig. Blake was a kind and fun-loving uncle to Sarah, Jenna, Jaimie, Nikki, KC, Owen and Logan. Blake married Stephanie on May 11, 1996, in Australia where they lived and raised their family. He started his career in Kemptville as a Welder, then a Boiler Maker in Australia and had most recently fulfilled his dream of owning his own business, being a Director of Inovin at his passing. Blake loved a joke, was very kind, loving and loyal. He was a wonderful father, husband, partner, son, brother, uncle and mate. He will be remembered for his adventurous nature, his passion for everything he did and his love for his family. He will be dearly missed by so many and his beautiful smile and kind heart will be always in our hearts. A service honouring the life of Blake was held on Monday, December 31, 2018, at Pettigrew Family Funerals, Belmont Chapel, Belmont, NSW.
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ADAMS - In loving memory of my parents, mother, Mrs. Gladys Adams who passed away January 27, 1992 and my father, Mr. Howard Adams who passed away May 24, 1983. Always remembered by daughter Marilyn IN MEMORIAM
Marie Merkley October 28, 1921 – January 25, 2013 In loving memory of a dear mother Marie who passed away January 25, 2013. The world changes from year to year, Our lives from day to day. But the love and memory, Of you shall never pass away. Always loved and remembered John, Marg and Gale, Mary and Dave, Ray, Cathy and Wilma, Grandchildren And Great Grandchildren
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MORE In loving memory of a dear husband and father John More, who passed away January 28th, 2018. There will always be a heartache,Inv And many a silent tear. With always precious memories, Of days when you were here. We hold you close, Within our hearts. And there you will remain, To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again. Loved and missed Wife Ruth and daughter Sherry
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COWELL In loving memory of my dear husband, father and papa Roy Cowell who passed away January 23, 2015. It is sad to walk the road alone, Instead of side by side. But to all there comes a moment, When the ways of life divide. You gave me years of happiness, Then came sorrow and tears. But you left me beautiful memories, I will treasure all the years. Doreen, Debbie, Cindy, Bonnie and Brent
JAMES - In loving memory of Sylvia James, Jan. 18, 1952-Jan. 29, 2014 You will never be forgotten Sylvia, With all the daily things we do, As long as life and memory last, We will always remember you. No one knows the silent heartaches, Only those who have lost can tell Of the grief that is born in silence, For someone we loved so well. Wayne Cindy and Justin Kathy and Kurtis
CRAM, Mitchell August 16, 1985 – January 16, 2009 If tears could build a stairway to heaven, I would climb it just to bring you home. Remembering and loving you were always easy, The hardest part was losing you. Still think of you every day, Waiting for you to walk through the door. Loving you forever. Love Dad, Mom, Jonathan, Adrian, Nicholas, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins
CONVEY, Shirley – In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother, who passed away January 25, 2009. Sweet memories will linger forever, Time cannot change them, it’s true; Years that may come cannot sever Our loving remembrance of you. Never forgotten Wayne, Shenda, Steve, Christopher, Jared and Brett
BEATTY, James In loving memory of a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather who passed away January 24, 2013. It is sad to walk the road alone, Instead of side by side, But to all there comes a moment, When the ways of life divide. You gave me years of happiness Then came sorrow and tears, But you left me beautiful memories, I will treasure through the years. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered, Ruth and Family
COADY, Carmel - In remembrance of a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who left this earth, January 31, 2013. Though her smile is gone forever And her hand we cannot touch, We have so many memories Of the one we loved so much. Her memory is our keepsake With which we will never part. God has her in His keeping, We have her in our hearts. Life is not forever… our love is. Doug, Deb, Erin, Michael and family
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS & OTHERS ALL CLAIMS against the Estate of HELEN LAVERY, late of RR#4, Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 4S5 (in the Geographic Township of South Elmsley, Rideau Lakes Twsp., County of Leeds), who died on or about the 16th day of March, 1987, must be filed with the hereinafter stated Solicitor for the undersigned personal representative on or before the 11th day of March, 2019; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said Estate, having regard only to claims then filed. DATED at Smiths Falls, Ontario, this 16th day of January, 2019. BARBARA HELEN SHEVCHENKO Estate Trustee Without a Will (Administratrix) Gregory W. Fournier, Solicitor 35 Daniel Street, BOX 752 Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 4W6 Her Solicitor herein.
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Rideau Ferry Country Home Wellness Nurse This Retirement/Assisted Living Residence offers an opportunity for an R.N. or R.P.N. with organizational and problem solving experience to play a leadership role in further enhancing our commitment to quality services for our residents. If you have empathy for the elderly and this work environment is of interest to you please forward a cover letter and your resume to: General Manager Ken.mccartney@sympatico.ca Fax: 613-267-6261 CLS869246
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Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator The Town of Smiths Falls is a vibrant, progressive single tier municipality with a population of 9,000. One of Eastern Ontario’s most scenic communities, we are centrally located within an hour of Ottawa, Kingston, Brockville and the US border. The Town provides a high quality and affordable life for its residents, with beautiful heritage buildings, two theatres, a charming downtown, and world-class museums and recreational facilities. Enjoy our thriving cultural scene with live music, foodie finds, a local brewery, and dozens of community events – all at the heart of the Rideau Canal, Ontario’s only UNESCO World Heritage site and a gateway to the region’s abundant lakes and waterways. The Town is accepting applications for one (1) full time Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Under the direction of the Manager of Water & Wastewater Treatment, you will form part of a team that operates and maintains a Class IV Wastewater Treatment Facility. The successful applicant will possess: • College diploma from a two (2) year program in Civil or Environmental studies. • Possess a valid Operator Certificate(s) for Wastewater Treatment Class 1 or higher. (or ability to obtain a Class I licenses within twelve (12) months of hire) • Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) along with demonstrated experience with SCADA and other relevant software programs. • Knowledge and understanding of key legislation including the Environmental Protection Act, Clean Water Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Federal Wastewater System Effluent Regulations and other related legislation. • Must have knowledge and familiarity with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulics applications relating to wastewater treatment. Ability to interpret manuals and other resources relating to wastewater treatment operations. • Valid Ontario Driver’s License (Class G). • Inside and outside work in all seasons, overtime/weekend work may be required, participate in the On-Call Rotation • Expected to report to work in emergency situations during unscheduled times Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume by Friday February 15, 2019, at 4:00 p.m., to Lynda McKimm, Human Resources Advisor, Town of Smiths Falls, P.O. Box 695, 77 Beckwith Street North, Smiths Falls, Ontario, K7A 4T6 or via email at lmckimm@smithsfalls.ca We thank all applicants for their interest in our position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. CLS870864/0124
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JOB FAIR Lanark County seeks applications for a Regular Full-Time Clerical Assistant in our Public Works Department as soon as possible.
Date: Wednesday, January 30, 2019 Time: 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. Location: Auxiliary Solarium, 2nd Floor, Dialysis Building Qualified Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses are invited to attend. On the spot interviews will be conducted by Clinical Nurse Managers. Bring your resume, references, and copies of certifications. Available Positions: 3 Registered Nurse, Medical/Surgical Float (Permanent, Part Time – 2 positions) 3 Registered Nurse, Complex Continuing Care (Temporary, Part Time) 3 Registered Practical Nurse, Complex Continuing Care (Temporary, Part Time) 3 Registered Nurse, Operating Room (Temporary, Part Time) 3 Casual RPN and RNs in all Nursing Units: Medical/Surgical ICU, Emergency, Dialysis, Continuing Care, Operating Room
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Nakor is the North American / European customer and engineering service office for Daeduck Electronics located in Ansan, South Korea & Daeduck Philippines. Daeduck is a top 10 global provider of electronic printed circuit boards to the Telecom, Military, Consumer, and Automotive markets. If you are a dynamic individual who enjoys a high paced and challenging work environment we look forward to having you join our team. Required Skills: • College or University Business Degree / Diploma • Excellent customer service communication skills (Verbal/Written) • Knowledge of Printed Circuit board manufacturing would be a definite asset. • Computer proficiency using: MS Office - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint • “Critical” data input accuracy is a must! • PMAC/APICS accreditations + CAD Gerber file knowledge would be a strong benefit
Qualified candidates please email your resume to ryan.ballantyne@nakor.ca (www.daeduck.com)
THE OPPORTUNITY Metroland East seeking a full-time reporter for the Renfrew Mercury newspaper KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES • Coordinating with the Editor to produce a consistent amount of interesting and local newsworthy subject matter and features, while capturing compelling images for newspaper and special sections. • Consistently produce new, in-depth, and compelling content on regular basis. • Produce engaging content for website and social media outlets including Twitter and Facebook updates in addition to video and Blog entries. • Produce visual content by using appropriate photographic techniques effectively. • Create general layout and copy editing of stories and features of multi-media outlets. • Travel throughout the community to capture events and information outside of structured work hours including weekends. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES • Diploma or Degree in Journalism or in a related field. • Proficient knowledge in InDesign and Adobe Photoshop. • Self-starter with the ability to exercise solid news judgment. • Competent in social media and possess online posting skills. Strong communication skills, both verbal and especially written (Canadian Press Style). • Effective organizational skills, ability to manage time and prioritize tasks appropriately. • Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline driven and demanding environment. • Team-oriented individual who can build professional relationships with team members. • Experience in Photography, Video and Broadcasting. • Must have access to a reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license. Metroland is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, Metroland will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview. External Candidates please apply to our external posting portal: https:///careersen-metroland.icims.com Thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
In this key Technical Customer Service role, you will support our Field Sales Force and Professional Engineers with timely and accurate estimates and quotes on our entire family of manufactured products and services. Qualifications & Responsibilities: • Engineering and Manufacturing experience (how things are made) • Handle Customer Service and Project Management tasks • Mechanical Technician/Technology Diploma or equivalent an asset • Sound business judgment (Costing, Scheduling, Quotes) • Vocational interests in mechanical, administrative & organizational • Ability to communicate and inspire confidence on the telephone is essential. • Strong command of the English Language • Working in a role that requires a meticulous eye-for-detail is your passion
What Will You Get? You will be joining a solid company where freedom from performing the same tasks day-in and day-out do not exist. You will enjoy a competitive salary and fringe benefits and work in a supportive environment. To explore this and other interesting positions at James Ross Limited, call or e-mail your résumé to: C.W. ARMSTRONG E-mail: hr@jamesross.com 1 877 779-2362 or (613) 498-2290 See our products at www.jamesross.ca (Please pass this opening along to others)
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ADMINISTRATOR Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust, a local charity based in Carleton Place, protects beautiful wilderness properties in our area where nature flourishes and the community can experience it in all its diversity. MMLT is seeking an Administrator with superior administrative and communication skills to work closely with the Board of Directors and its committees to manage the day-to-day MMLT operations including: • Maintaining data bases pertaining to donations, volunteers, memberships, projects, and electronic mailing lists; • Supporting all fundraising initiatives; • Supporting financial management; • Preparing promotional materials and communications; • Managing the website and social media sites. For further information, please contact mmltstaffing@gmail.com or visit mmlt.ca. To apply, send a cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience, accompanied by your resume to mmltstaffing@gmail.com. The application and resume are due Monday, February 4 at 4 p.m., proposed start date is March 4, 2019.
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Responsibilities: • International customer relationship management • Daily written and oral communications with USMCA, EU and Asia regions • Multi-tasking using MS office, web portals and skype • Managing customer accounts via PO’s and MRP forecasting • Working with logistics carriers FedEx, DHL, UPS, etc… • Customer problem solving and negotiations • As required - “flexible” working hours to cover multiple time zones
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For a detailed list of the required qualifications for the above positions, visit: www.renfrewhosp.com/careers Renfrew Victoria Hospital 499 Raglan Street North Renfrew, Ontario K7V 1P6
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James Ross Limited serves the North American market with the custom design and fabrication of paper machine cleaning equipment. The company is part of the European based IBS Paper Performance Group with plants in Canada and the United States. An upcoming retirement has created the following opening. ENGINEERING PRODUCTS ESTIMATOR (Brockville, Ontario)
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Family Relief Program a part of Lanark Renfrew Health and Community Services is seeking to fill part time casual positions for Independent Respite Contractors in Lanark County
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Position Overview: We are seeking experienced, reliable and energetic individuals to provide relief services for youth males with special needs. Experience in woodworking, small engine repair and/or outdoor education and access to a vehicle is required. Relief can be during the day, evenings and/or weekends.
NEEDS VOLUNTEERS for our Brockville and Kemptville locations. You will be sorting clothing in a very upbeat/positive environment. In Support of the Leeds and Grenville MS Society Apply in person to: 100 Stewart Blvd. - Brockville 2600 County Rd. 43 - Kemptville or email: thescorestorescanada@gmail.com
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TIM HORTON’S KEMPTVILLE Is seeking a Handyman/Maintenance individual. Experience with BUNN, SureShot, Axiom, IMix equipment preferred but able to offer training. 24 hours per week, one Saturday a month, afternoon shifts. Health benefits available. Wages negotiable based on experience. Call Katrina 613-258-0700 or email th3755@hotmail.com CAREER OPPORTUNITY
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Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume by 4 pm on January 31st to: ccrampton@lcp-home.com If at any stage in the selection process you require an accommodation due to a disability, please contact 613-257-7619 and let us know how we can assist you. Although we appreciate all responses, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. North Lanark Community Health Centre
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Do you thrive on variety? Are you looking for interesting work? Do you want to learn new skills? A summer job at the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority may be the ideal opportunity for you! We're looking for keen post-secondary students to fill summer jobs in the Manotick, Carleton Place and Perth areas. Visit the careers section at www.rvca.ca for more information. Send your resume to studentjobs@rvca.ca before February 8, 2019.
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Please deliver or send your CVOR and related documents to: sales@classicalliancemotorcoach.com or drop off at 100 Industrial Avenue, Carleton Place, ON K7C 3T2 No applications by telephone please
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Our firm requires an administrative assistant (5 days per week) for a four month period starting in February (overtime may be required). Interested applicants should possess advanced Microsoft Office skills and be familiar with other computer software programs. The successful candidate must be personable, well organized and have excellent verbal and written communication skills (experience preferred). Send your letter and complete resume with references to: dpilon@allanandpartners.com or drop off at our office at 22 Wilson Street West, Perth by February 1st, 2019 at 12:00 pm
Scapa North America, a leading manufacturer of bonding and adhesive components is seeking a Process Engineer for its Renfrew Operations. Located in the heart of the beautiful Ottawa Valley, Renfrew is conveniently located 50 minutes west of Ottawa. The Process Engineer will be involved in broad scope engineering responsibilities including process development, equipment and building maintenance, machine design, environmental control, product development, capital projects, cost reduction and general problem solving.
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The successful candidate will bring an Engineering degree with a minimum of 4 years of related manufacturing experience. It is imperative that the candidate has excellent computer skills as it relates to word processing, database construction, CAD software as well as the ability to read and produce drawings using orthographic and isometric projections. Other assets would include experience with PLC control systems, calendar coating processes, converting, mechanical aptitude and SAP knowledge. Scapa North America offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.
Please submit your resume to: renfrewhr@scapa.com No telephone inquiries please – we thank you for your interest but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Bayshore Home Care Solutions is a Canadian-owned company that is a leader in home and community health services.
$500.00 Bonus Personal Support Worker Developmental Service Provider Home Support Worker We are seeking qualified applicants to provide services in the Carleton Place, Almonte, Kemptville and Arnprior areas. A limited number of full time and part time opportunities will be available. We will be offering a rate of up to 19.00/hr to all qualified applicants. If you are interested in these opportunities email us your resume at champlainrecruitment@bayshore.ca or come into one of our offices located at Carleton PlaceBranch: 10459 ON - 7 Carleton Place, ON K7C 0C4
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CANADIAN HYDRO COMPONENTS LTD. is looking for enthusiastic candidates to work in its turbine manufacturing plant in Almonte, Ontario, West of Ottawa.
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Minimum 5 years machining experience Knowledge of Tosnuc/Fanuc controllers Interpretation of engineering drawings and g-code Experience machining large components an asset
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1-3 years machining/milling - CNC an asset Lathe/drill press experience Grinding, painting, assembly Forklift Operation - Material Handling Valid driver’s license - Air brake endorsement an asset
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ANNUAL HERITAGE DINNER FUNDRAISER SET FOR FEB. 13 The Carleton Place and Beckwith Historical Society is getting ready to host our seventh annual fundraising Heritage Dinner. To kick off the Carleton Place 200th celebrations in style, we are presenting In Rhythm With Our Roots. It's a night to gather for a meal, have fun and celebrate our history. Our master of ceremonies, Linda Seccaspina, together with members of the Mississippi Mudds, will guide us on a musical journey through time as we recall local historical events as seen from the Mississippi River's point of view. That river has seen a lot in 200 years! In Rhythm With Our Roots takes place
Wednesday, Feb. 13, at the historical Carleton Place Town Hall Auditorium. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with cocktails from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by a roast beef buffet dinner prepared by Leatherworks Catering. Along with historical displays, there will be a silent auction featuring fabulous valentinethemed items. This is a great opportunity to get your sweetheart something unique. Look for door prizes, too. This annual event is our major fundraiser of the year and raises much-needed funds to continue the work we do collecting, safeguarding and sharing our local history. All funds raised will
FULTON'S PANCAKE HOUSE SEEKS STAFF ALUMNI FOR REUNION Fulton's Pancake House & Sugar Bush is very excited to be celebrating 50 flippin' years in the pancake house! Our family has been in maple syrup production for more than 150 years. Fourth- and fifthgeneration owners are busy at the helm, and sixth-generation grand-
children are making a contribution to production, customer service and quality control. Fulton's will be open from Family Day weekend through Easter weekend. Fulton's invites current and former staff alumni from the past 50 years, together with
assist in the society's operation of the Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum. Since 1988, the museum has been the town's main trustee of local history. As a non-profit organization, we rely on the community's generous support to maintain our work, especially as we embark on our community's historical milestone 200th year. Plus, it's a fun time! Tickets are $50 per person and may be pur-
their families, to join us on Sunday, Feb. 17, for a special gathering. Starting at 3 p.m., the property will be closed to the public and open for staff alumni to celebrate, reconnect, reminisce and enjoy a pancake meal, sleigh ride and activities on the Heritage Maple Path. If you are Fulton's staff alumni and not currently on the invite list, please contact Fulton's (marketing@fultons.ca) with your contact information, and share the event information with former co-workers. To share our appreciation with the public,
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ARCHIVES LANARK GETS DOWN TO WORK IN 2019 Archives Lanark is starting off the new year with a bang! Not only are we hosting our second annual AGM on Jan. 26, but we are also beginning to collect information for our next book in our Rural School Book series. The annual general meeting will be held at 1920 Drummond Concession 7, Drummond Cen-
tre from 1 to 4 p.m. We hope people will join us to learn more about Archives Lanark, meet our board of directors and enjoy listening to our guest speaker, Ron Shaw. Admission is free, although donations are always gratefully appreciated. Light refreshments will be provided. Ron Shaw is a local author who has written
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many books relating to our local history. He will provide an overview of his most recent book "A Swarm of Bees," which recounts a journey begun in 1820 that, over the course of 50 years, took 18 'Lanark County Settler' families from the slums of Glasgow, through Eastern and Western Ontario, and the American Midwest, to
the Salt Lake Valley of Utah. These pioneer families were among the earliest converts to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and their story unfolds in the context of the founding and earliest days of the Mormon faith. Other books written by Ron will be on hand for purchase. Archives Lanark Rural School
HERE’S HOW IT WORKS: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!
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Books for Montague, Drummond, Lanark and North Elmsley Township will be available as well as an assortment of books by various local authors. Secondly, we are very excited to begin our latest Rural School Book project. Bathurst, North and South Sherbrooke and North Burgess Townships remain to be
completed and we need your help. Any photos, stories and/or volunteer help with collecting and organizing documents for these books would be most appreciated. If you would like to submit pictures or stories, you may drop them off at Archives Lanark or email them to info@archiveslanark.ca. All submissions will be gratefully received.
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1. Political action committee 4. One point north of due east 7. Marital 12. Religious building 15. Intrinsic nature of something 16. Safe to drink 18. Letter of credit 19. Single Lens Reflex 20. Keeps you cool in summer 21. Monetary unit 24. The Eye Network 27. Moving with a bounding stride 30. Figures 31. Of the pia mater 33. Male offspring 34. Indicates near 35. Calvary sword 37. South American plant 39. Doctor of Education 41. Something to take 42. Remove the edges from 44. Inattentive 47. Pick up
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You can’t predict how people will react, Aries. What you find humorous may bend someone else out of shape. If you suspect a joke won’t go over wll, keep it to yourself.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, try not to push yourself too much this week. Maintain a low profile and go through with your normal routine; otherwise, you might ruffle the wrong feathers.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 You need to focus and get back to work this week, Sagittarius. If things have slipped through your fingers, it could take a little time to regain your momentum. You can do it.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Keep your eyes open and you just may stumble onto something new and fascinating this week, Taurus. Now is a good time to explore new ideas and integrate them.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Do not panic when a glitch occurs in your best-laid plans, Virgo. With a few easy modifications, you can work through it quickly. Look at the situation from a different angle.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Shop around for the best deals before making a large purchase, Capricorn. Take inventory of your finances so your next move does not prove a setback.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 You are not one to walk away from a challenge, Gemini. This week you may be confronted with a challenging obstacle. Devote all of your attention to the task at hand.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, sometimes it can be easy for you to fixate on a particular way of doing things. Consider if others have a better way to tackle the same task.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 You may be ready for something or someone new, Aquarius. Right now is a good time to connect with a new passion that can bring you even more success than you had imagined.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Something will bring a smile to your face early in the week, Cancer. There is pretty much nothing that will wipe this smile off of your face.
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SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Expect to reach a big milestone in your life in the next few days, Scorpio. This likely has something to do with your family or career. The praise is warranted.
CLUES DOWN 1. Bullfighting maneuver 2. Egyptian Sun god 3. Predatory semiaquatic reptile 4. Register formally 5. Eating houses 6. Japanese port 7. Genus of rodents 8. Nigerian city 9. Milliwatt 10. Mistake! 11. Women’s __ movement 12. Greeting 13. Songbirds 14. An arrangement scheme 17. Heartbeat test 22. Push back 23. Intended for the audience only 24. Cycles per second 25. Impartiality 26. Polio vaccine developer 28. Bowel movements 29. South American Indian 32. Queen of Sparta
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Try to focus your energies in a positive way, Pisces. You can accomplish what you set your mind to with the right attitude and perseverance.
36. Confederate soldier 38. Emerged 40. Death 43. __ and flowed 44. Folk singer DiFranco 45. Email folder 46. Throbbed rhythmically 51. English rockers 54. Disaster relief operation 55. American model and TV personality Katherine 56. Potable 57. Tough outer layer 58. __ Spumante (Italian wine) 59. Troubles 60. Negative 62. Camper
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Pakenham Frost Festival - Trivia Night WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Pakenham Curling Club, 172 Jessie Street, Mississippi Mills CONTACT: Pakenham & District Civitan Club COST: $60/team Pakenham Frost Festival Trivia Night. Make up teams of 4-6 players. Admission includes light snack and prizes. Pakenham Frost Festival Appreciation Ceremonies WHEN: 7:15 p.m WHERE: Stewart Community Centre, 112 MacFarlane St., Mississippi Mills CONTACT: Pakenham & District Civitan Club COST: Appreciation ceremonies on centre ice (7:15 pm) honouring Pakenham pioneers, Garnie and Doreen Ziebarth. O Canada by Cedar Hill Choir. Hockey game with Arnprior Packers vs. Carleton Place Canadians to follow.
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Carleton Place Winter Carnival
WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: Carleton Place Arena, 75 Neelin Street, Carleton Place CONTACT: cpwintercarnival@gmail.com COST: 7th annual Carleton Place Winter Carnival, presented by Luxart Homes. Free fun all day long with kids' activities, entertainment, horse drawn trolley rides and more. Blood Donor Clinic WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m WHERE: St. James Anglican Church, 225 Edmund Street, Carleton Place CONTACT: maryann.stmichael@blood.ca COST: Canadian Blood Services clinic seeks 77 blood donors. To book an appointment visit www.blood.ca or call 1-888-2DONATE. Folkus Concert Series WHEN: 8:00 p.m WHERE: Almonte Old Town Hall, 14 Bridge Street, Almonte CONTACT: hello@folkusalmonte.com COST: $30
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Mahjongg WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: ABC Hall, 3166 Bolingbroke Road, County Road 36, Tay Valley CONTACT: Rosetta Mcinnes, 1 (613) 268-2548, communications@abchall.ca, http://www.abchall.ca COST: $5 American Mah Jongg is a fascinating rummylike game played with tiles rather than cards. Everyone is welcome. Duplicate Bridge WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Perth Civitan Club, 6787 County Road 43, Perth CONTACT: Joy Price, 613-267-3298 There are also duplicate clubs in Kemptville and Almonte. Social Bridge WHEN: 12:30 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: McMartin House, 125 Gore St East, Perth, ON, Perth CONTACT: Joy Price, 613-2673952
SATURDAY, JANUARY 26
Robbie Burns night WHEN: 6:00 p.m WHERE: Perth Legion, 26 Beckwith Street East, Perth, 26 Beckwith Street East, Perth, Perth CONTACT: Marilyn Devlin, 613-267-2688 COST: $30 Enjoy cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. followed by dancing with live entertainment.
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Pot Luck Westport Legion WHEN: 6:00 p.m WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion, Westport, 10099 10, Westportt CONTACT: 613-273-3615 Come for the Pot Luck and the Fun. all members and their guests welcome to come the last Wednesday of the month. Bring your favourite dish!
SUNDAY, JANUARY 27
Robbie Burns Scottish Tea WHEN: 2:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: Almonte Royal Canadian Legion, 100 Bridge Street, Almonte, Almonte CONTACT: appletonmuseum@hotmail.com COST: $10 Celebrate the life of Robbie Burns at the North Lanark Regional Museum's Scottish Tea. Fresh scones, coffee, tea and live music. Tickets at Baker Bob's or the Almonte Legion.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 24
Bridge WHEN: 6:15 p.m WHERE: St. John's United Church, 400 Prescott Street, Kemptville CONTACT: 613806-4495 COST: $5 Organized every Thursday by the North Grenville Duplicate Bridge Club. All levels of bridge players welcome.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 25
Friday Fun Days at the Library WHEN: 10:00 a.m WHERE: North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville Norenberg Branch, Kemptville CONTACT: info@ngpl.ca COST: Friday Fun Days at the North Grenville Public Library is a drop-in program for ages 0-5. Join Library Sue for story time. Children must participate with parent or caregiver. No registration required; pick up a
Visit insideottawavalley.com/events for our selection of this month’s featured online events: Things to do in a Canadian Winter. Next month, we’ll feature Things to do on Family Day. Visit insideottawavalley.com/events and hit the POST YOUR EVENT button to submit these or any other community event! THURSDAY, JANUARY 31
Winter Adventures PA Day Camp WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: Foley Mountain Conservation Area, 1 Foley Mountain Road, Westport CONTACT: Rebecca Whitman, 613-273-3255, rebecca.whitman@rvca.ca Winter Adventurers PA Day Camp, ages 6-12, Foley Mountain Conservation Area, Westport, preregistration required. Visit www.rvca.ca. Mahjongg WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: ABC Hall, 3166 Bolingbroke Road, County Road 36, Tay Valley CONTACT: Rosetta Mcinnes, 613-268-2548, communications@abchall.ca COST: $5 American Mah Jongg is a fascinating rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 26
Skate the Lake WHEN: 9:00 a.m WHERE: Portland Bay, 2797 Highway 15, Rideau Lakes CONTACT: Ken Maxwell, 613-207-1950 Lots of outdoor events for the family including 1x5k relay, 5k kids race, 10 and 25k events. Public skating, curling, food, warming stations, swag. Euchre WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-283-0817 Every Thursday and Saturday. Sponsor: Harmony #162.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 27
Ladies Darts WHEN: 6:00 p.m - 9:30 p.m WHERE: RCAFA Hall - Smiths Falls, 44 Abbott St. North, Smiths
numbered ticket at the front desk. Game Night at KYC WHEN: 4:00 p.m - 9:00 p.m WHERE: Kemptville Youth Centre, 5 Oxford St W, Kemptville CONTACT: 613-258-5212 COST: Game Night at the Kemptville Youth Centre most Fridays until 9 pm. Check schedule at www.facebook.com/ KemptvilleYouth/.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 26
Monthly Euchre Tournament at the Legion WHEN: 12:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion br. 212, 100 Rueben Crescent, Kemptville CONTACT: (613) 258-5734, https:// www.northgrenville.ca/allevents/31047/monthlyeuchre-tournament-at-thelegion COST: Registration is from 12:00pm - 12:30pm. $10.00 per person. Games begin at 12:30. Come out and join in the fun!
SUNDAY, JANUARY 27
Odd Fellows & Rebekahs Supper WHEN: 4:30 p.m - 6:30 p.m WHERE: Odd Fellows Hall, 119 Clothier Street East, Kemptville CONTACT: 613-298-5124 COST: $18 The Odd Fellows & Rebekahs Supper is held on the last Sunday of every month, except for July, August and December. Bingo WHEN: 6:00 p.m WHERE: Kemptville Legion, 100 Reuben Crescent CONTACT: 613-258-5734 Bingo at the Kemptville legion. Guaranteed jackpot of $400. Refreshments available.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30
Baby Talk WHEN: 1:30 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: EarlyON Child and Family Centre, 40 Campus Drive, Unit 2 (Parish Hall), Kemptville CONTACT: Sherry Craig, 613-258-5941 COST: Sponsored by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit.
SMITHS FALLS Falls CONTACT: Linda, 613-2833668 Every Sunday night from September to March at the RCAFA Hall.
MONDAY, JANUARY 28
Duplicate Bridge WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Smiths Falls Legion, 7 Main St. E., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613283-7164 Enjoy bridge at the legion; doors open at 6:45 p.m. Bid Euchre WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Smiths Falls Legion, 7 Main St. E., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613283-3292 Come play euchre. Bid Euchre WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-283-0817 This event takes place the second & fourth Monday of the month. Parking behind arena. Sponsored
by Harmony Club 162.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 29
Duplicate Bridge WHEN: 1:00 p.m WHERE: Smiths Falls Legion, 7 Main St. E., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613283-7164 COST: Duplicate Bridge Partnership. Come by 12:45 p.m. Bridge starts at 1 p.m. Bingo Smiths Falls Civitan WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Smiths Falls Civitan Club, 12468 Highway 15 North CONTACT: 613-2840818 Doors open 5:30 p.m. Canteen available. Proceeds to help fund charity and community projects.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30
Gentle Exercise WHEN: 9:30 a.m - 10:30 a.m WHERE: Rideau Valley Diabetes Service - Smiths Falls, 2 Gould St. CONTACT: 613-284-2558 Gentle exercise. Qualified staff lead. Free, all welcome.
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FRIDAY, JANUARY 25
Every Friday, enjoy bridge in Perth for the social fun of it.
for adults, $15 for students 2019 Folkus Concert Series kicks off with Connie Kaldor and James Keelaghan. Season passes ($90) and individual tickets ($30 for adults, $15 for students) available at folkusalmonte.com or at Mill Street Books. Doors open at 7:30 pm with show at 8.
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