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Brighton — Police say the fatal house fire in which an older couple died last week ”was the result of a homicide.” But “there is no public safety concern at this time,” Northumberland OPP Const. Steve Bates added in a news release he issued Monday afternoon. The two victims were identified as Louise Earle, 62, and Wayne Earle, 67. Their bodies were located in the course of an investigation that began after police and firefighters responded to a report of a fire that was received around 7:25 a.m. Jan. 10. Brighton Fire Chief Lloyd Hutchinson was the first to arrive on the scene. The fire was “fully involved” and had broken through the roof on the south side of the building when he tried to enter the house, but “the flames were so intense I couldn't get in,” he said. “We were informed by the neighbours there could be a possibility of people inside.” Firefighters attacked the fire from the front and were able to knock it down within a half-hour, Hutchinson said. Bates said “the circumstances surrounding the fire” is being investigated by the Northumberland Crime Unit, under the direction of Detective Inspector Rob Hagerman of the Criminal Investigation Branch, with the assistance of the Office of the Fire

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A man and a woman found dead after a fire ripped through their Harbour Street residence Jan. 10 were the victims of a homicide, police say. Marshal and the Brighton Fire Department. He said more information “will be provided as it becomes available and deemed appropriate for release.” Grant Fleming was the next-door neighbour who called 911. He said a couple passing by his neighbours' house stopped when they spotted the fire. He heard a woman yell “Call 911” and a man “pounding on the door.” When Fleming looked through his window, he saw flames “coming up the back of the house (next door), at the far end, where the master bedroom is,” he said. “It was just a mass of flame.” He said he knew the couple only by

their first names and that they were tenants who had moved in about three months prior from Brockville. “I didn't know them that well,” Fleming said, but they were “a friendly couple.” “I'm just literally shocked (by what has) happened.” Fleming, who lives alone, said he was “lucky” the wind was blowing north and not in the direction of his house. “I was really worried, all my siding ... melted,” said the 77-year-old resident. If “the wind had been coming (his way) it would have (set) the house on fire for sure.” Firefighters from Trent Hills and

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Cramahe Township provided backup at Brighton's two fire halls while Brighton firefighters were at the scene. The Municipality of Brighton issued a news release from Hutchinson and Mayor Mark Walas within hours of the incident, informing residents of the fatal fire and asking people to avoid the area while the cleanup continued. “We are deeply saddened by these events and offer our sincere condolences to the relatives and friends of those who lost their lives this morning,” the release read. Hutchinson estimated the last fatal fire to have happened in Brighton was at least 25 years ago.

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Council hears space and approvals wanted for cannabis facilities SARAH HYATT sarah.hyatt24@gmail.com

Brighton – Two companies would like to see cannabis production facilities established here in Brighton. Proposals at Monday night’s council meeting included one for the Brighton East Industrial Park and another on Highway 30, just north of the 401. While details were scarce on the proposed facility for the industrial park, as council was set to discuss the offer in-camera, as well as other real estate terms for the park, council and the public did hear from a representative regarding the other proposal. Representing “a new startup company” known as Great Lakes Cannabis Corporation (GLCC), Stephen Barber appeared as a delegation on Monday, Jan. 15; hopeful he was taking the first step in obtaining “council’s blessing” for a 50,000-square-foot facility. “What brings me to your fine town here is a parcel of land that we own up on Highway 30, just north of the 401,” Barber told council. Council and residents heard that GLCC would like to see this land, which totals about 50 acres, house a $12 to $15-million facility.

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Stephen Barber addresses Brighton council Monday night. Barber said the company would like to start digging in April-May and the project would take about six months thereafter to complete, adding the money for the facility is already in place. That said, GLCC still needs all the necessary approvals and to successfully obtain status as a licensed producer,

as well as the green light from council and an approved site plan agreement. “…We’ve owned this land since 1994 [and] we would really like to be able to see it fully developed, not only for our company but for the whole community here at large,” said Barber, as he made his case for the facility Monday. “I’m here tonight because I want to be totally open, totally transparent and available for questions.” This apparently isn’t Barber’s first rodeo either. He kick-started his presentation saying he was one of the founders and served as “point guard” for a medical marijuana production in Hanover, Ont. He’s now serving in a similar role on this new project and will basically handle everything leading up to operations, at which point, “the experts in the field” will take over, should the facility come to life. Barber said he, the company and people involved with the project are “very much for control and regulation.” As he rounded out his plea for support, the benefits for Brighton would be jobs, he said. Once licensed, GLCC would employ anywhere from 100 to 300 people, depending on the full ex-

pansion of the facility, he said. In addition to utilizing the local labour force to fill those jobs, Barber said his team would also look to as many local contractors and tradespeople as possible to help with construction. The plan is for the facility to be surrounded by trees, so it won’t be noticeable from any road. A 10-foot fence, with two-feet of barbed wire on top of that would be installed as part of the security for the facility, in addition to some 220 cameras. The space would be so secure it would be “like Fort Knox,” with no way to get into it, said Barber. He further described the vision for the facility similar to that of a pharmacy or hospital in terms of cleanliness and assured councillors looming odours or smells wouldn’t be an issue. As Monday’s meeting unfolded, residents later heard GLCC isn’t the only one interested in potentially setting up shop in town. At the start of the meeting, councillors John Martinello, Steven Baker and Brian Ostrander pushed to disclose the municipality had an offer to purchase land in the industrial park and for another cannabis production facility.

The offer and real estate terms for the park were discussed in a closed session and no other details made public. No decisions regarding either proposed establishment were made Monday. The only resolution out of the incamera session was that council would agree to pay a five per cent commission on sales to real-estate agents who close future offers for the industrial park. It’s possible a representative for the proposed industrial park facility will come forward with a presentation like Barber did, though that couldn’t be confirmed Monday. Chief administrative officer Bill Watson said during contact with staff, there doesn’t appear to be “unwillingness” for such a presentation, but real estate terms in a general sense had to be discussed first. It’s a speculative market and there are a lot of people shooting for these licenses because they think it will be very lucrative, said Watson. But perhaps the most interesting issue in the midst of all of this is that if someone wants a federal license to grow cannabis here, Brighton has no say in that, only site plan control, he said.

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Council tackles first-draft budget for 2018 SARAH HYATT

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Brighton — While a bit late, Brighton council has begun its budget process for 2018. Last week, staff presented an overview of the first-draft budget, which totals $7,693,727 and also guided council through operating budgets by department for the municipality. “… We’ve done quite a bit this (last) year and we’ve got all our staff in place, we’re better organized, we’re continuing to make progress on processes and procedures, and this is all meant to advance our efficiency,” said chief administrative officer (CAO) Bill Watson, as staff led into the 2018 budget presentation. This year’s budget process is different than previous years, starting with the operating budgets. Council is set to take its first run at capital projects Thursday, Jan. 18 and later will discuss grants-in-aid requests. The first-draft budget as presented last week has council starting with a rough tax increase just over 1 per cent, though council can still decide on changes or additions to the budget and has yet to review or approve any grants-in-aid requests. “… The budget in front of you represents many, many compromises,” Watson told council. “It’s a little presumptuous on our part and staff has made the assumption that council and the citizens of Brighton have a low tolerance for tax increases.” This also means that for “this low increase” to stand, staff did not include a number of projects and other work in the first-draft budget, Watson continued. The list of items and projects that did not make the cut for 2018, as proposed by staff, took up about a page-and-a-half in the first-draft budget. Many of the items and projects can be put off, but not forever, warned Watson.

Here are some of the highlights by department under the first-draft operating budgets. General government • Increase of $116,598 or 13.56 per cent over the 2017 budget. • Records and information/strategic plan development estimated at $35,800. • Elections budget of $115,000, increased costs due to new legislation. Health services • Decrease of $34,996 or 51.83 per cent over the 2017 budget (not including grants-in-aid to hospital foundations and other health services). • $50,000 for the recruitment of Dr. Svetlana Stryuts. Fire and other protective services • Increase of $28,144 or 3.75 per cent over the 2017 budget. • Roof at Station No. 1 in need of repairs, $3,000 budgeted. Roof will be assessed for possible replacement. • Transfer to reserves of $4,000 for smart board purchase in 2019. Police services • Decrease of $12,261 or 0.70 per cent over the 2017 budget. Public works • Increase of $71,690 or 2.60 per cent over the 2017 budget. • Work on geographic information systems (GIS). • Sidewalks: $10,000 budgeted for materials and supplies, $20,000 maintenance and repairs and $80,000 for contracted work. • Storm sewer: Under the capital budget, staff has proposed funds to complete a stormwater management plan, but it’s anticipated it will take most of 2018 to complete. In the absence of the plan, $10,000 has been earmarked for minor expenses and for maintenance and repairs. Bylaw enforcement • Increase of $8,978 or 8.70 per cent over the 2017 budget. • Limited revenue opportunities, expenditures will increase primarily due to wages and benefits. Parks and recreation • Increase of $49,764 or 7.04 per cent over the 2017 budget. • Transfers to reserves totalling $51,000 for future capital purchases for arena, community centre, skateboard park renovations and for resurfacing to the launching/parking area at the Ontario Street boat launch. • Presqu’ile Government Dock repairs and control panel at splash pad.

If some or all of these items are not included in this year’s budget planning, some consideration needs to be given to the future and saving through reserves so Brighton can remain one of the lower tax municipalities in the area, he said. The CAO asked council to review the list “carefully,” though council has already asked staff to further investigate ways in which the mature neighbourhoods study could be funded this year. This study is for the new interim

control bylaw. It was one of the items not included by staff in the draft budget, with costs estimated at $150,000. Coun. Steven Baker, who spearheaded the idea for the bylaw and recently asked for further investigation into funding avenues, is hoping costs will not be as high as anticipated. The community wants to protect “what we have,” said Baker. As of last week, the proposed budget increase for Brighton came in at 3.40 per cent and the

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tax increase, after 2017 growth, at about 1.18 per cent. (In dollars, the proposed budget increase amounts to $253,226). While council is just starting its budget process and without the county or school board tax rates, it’s not really possible to provide a consolidated impact to the taxpayer just yet, the preliminary numbers recently presented would mean a rough $65 or 2.21 per cent residential tax increase for the year, based on a 2017 assessment of $250,000, said Linda Widdifield, director of finance and administrative services. These figures are based on the assumption that the county increase will hold at three per cent and the school board rates will remain status quo. As the budget process continues and items like grants-in-aid requests come forward, the preliminary estimates presented in the draft budget will likely rise quite a bit, said Widdifield. Staff is also still waiting on some external boards and agencies, so only estimates were included in some of the operating budgets to date. When looking at the first-draft budget and the year ahead, staff has identified both some notable financial opportunities and challenges, said Widdifield. Topping the list for positives for the town are increases in allocations through both the federal Gas Tax Fund and the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund. As for the financial challenges, however, there are more than just a few, ranging from the impact of Bill 148, to an $18,000 decrease through the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund. Bill 148 will mean Brighton’s personnel budget will increase by more than $13,700, but the impact was not as significant as it could have been, said Widdifield. Increases to insurance costs for the municipality, which are

much more than anticipated, a full complement of staff for 2018 and increases to external loan payments for 2014-17 projects may also make for a financially challenging year, report

staff. The committee of the whole meets Thursday to tackle capital projects. Staff is recommending a $781 increase to capital spending this year.

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Doctor’s replacement in Colborne will begin seeing patients later this month JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com

Colborne — Trent Hills Family Health Team (THFHT) has announced a physician has been found to replace Dr. Steven Waring and he will begin seeing patients the week of Jan. 22. Dr. Hugh Macneil will assume the full practice of Waring, who announced in October that he would be leaving at the end of December to return to the United States, where he had practised family medicine for 20 years. Macneil will work out of the family health team's satellite office on King Street East. He was recruited by THFHT with the assistance of the Trent Hills and West Northumberland physician recruitment committees. “The collaborative efforts, including those of the existing staff of the Colborne site, have succeeded with a very positive result for all involved,” THFHT executive director Delayne Donald said in a news release issued Tuesday, Jan. 9. Macneil practised more than 10 years in the Ottawa area, providing primary care to a diverse population,

before taking on the role of locum physician for the family health team a year ago. He had worked previously with the team in 2002. "The Trent Hills Family Healthy Team is very delighted to have found a replacement for our Colborne satellite clinic so that we may continue to provide health care to the residents in that area,” family health team medical director Dr. Paul Williams said. “Dr. Hugh Macneil is a very conscientious, compassionate and knowledgeable physician and will be a wonderful addition to our team.” Mayor Marc Coombs said Macneil's recruitment is “exciting news” for the community, “especially for the patients that were affected. Having local doctors is critical to our long-term success.” He thanked all those who played a part in recruiting Macneil for their “hard work.” “This recruitment effort was a tall order due to the timing,” said Laurie Smith, physician liaison with Campbellford Memorial Hospital/Trent Hills Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee. “Working jointly with my colleague

in West Northumberland, I cannot say enough about how hard everyone worked together for the benefit of the patients in this practice, and the community it serves.” Tracy West, physician recruitment co-ordinator for the West Northumberland Physician Recruitment Committee, said the “needs of the patients and the residents were always at the forefront of this recruitment drive and we are so happy that Dr. Macneil will be taking over the practice” His recruitment “was the result of a dedicated, collaborative team effort” led by the members of the THFHT and Laurie Smith. The family health team, which includes 10 physicians, provides a full range of primary care services and programs to approximately 15,000 patients in Trent Hills and adjacent areas. Its main site is located in Campbellford, with additional sites in Warkworth, Hastings, Colborne and Havelock. The annual operating budget for the interdisciplinary primary healthcare model is approximately $1.8 million.

Four hurt in multivehicle collision on Hwy. 401 at Brighton JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com

Brighton — Four people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 401 Friday night that Northumberland OPP said was caused by road conditions and excessive speed. The collision, which involved two tractor-trailers and three other vehicles, occurred shortly before 10:30 p.m. in the westbound lane at the Brighton exit on Jan. 12. OPP media relations officer Const. Steve Bates said the road was icy and slippery and the vehicles were going “too fast for the conditions.” There was “blowing snow, decreased visibility and the area was in the middle of a flash freeze.” One of the four people hurt in the crash was reported to have suffered life-threatening injuries but Bates said on Monday the 13-year-old girl from Ottawa “is going to make it.” She was to be transferred from a local hospital to a Toronto-area

trauma centre. The chain of events began when a tractor-trailer driven by a 33-year-old Oshawa man jackknifed beneath the overpass on County Road 30 “and the rest followed,” he said. The first to plow into the tractor-trailer was a Hyundai Santa Fe operated by a woman from Beckwith Township who was injured in the collision. After that came a Chevy Malibu driven by an Ottawa-area man, then another tractor-trailer, which also jackknifed. Its operator is from Brampton. The last vehicle was a Jeep Patriot. There were three in the vehicle, including the girl, and all were taken to hospital. The westbound lanes between Wooler Road and Colborne were closed for about 12 hours while the OPP, assisted by technical traffic collision investigators/reconstructionists conducted an investigation. Bates said the crash is still under investigation.

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Brian Todd’s ‘lifelong devotion to community service lives on’ SARAH HYATT sarah.hyatt24@gmail.com

Brighton — Brian Todd’s dream to improve quality of life and health and wellness for all Brightonians will continue to live on in 2018. The dedicated group under the banner of the Brian Todd Memorial Community Fund is gearing up to ensure just this, says Bruce Davis, the board of director’s secretary-treasurer. As of Aug. 1, 2017, the government and Canada Revenue Agency officially approved the charity’s name change to the Brian Todd Memorial Community Fund. “So, we’ve sold the Brighton Health Services Centre and this will be our first full year not as landlords, and we’re looking forward to giving grants to the many deserving organizations in our town that are doing such great work for the community,” said Davis. The current board includes Davis, Judie Mortlock as chair, Lorie Boychuk as vice-chair, Wayne Jefferson, Laura Vink, Sherry Hamilton and Pamela Vanderburg. “Our board wants to expand the profile of the Brian Todd Memorial Community Fund by providing a predictable and continuous stream of annual community grants to good-works organizations in Brighton,” said Davis. “It is our hope that the positive impact of these grants to our community will motivate

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Brian Todd individuals and businesses to make a tax-deductible charitable donation to our fund, recognizing that their ongoing support will ensure this fund carries on in perpetuity.” The board’s goal is to award about $50,000 annually. Grants, as they have in the past, will go to help various organizations and toward community projects. From the YMCA, to Community Care Northumberland and the Save Our Heritage Organization, since 2009 this charity has provided financial boosts to more than 30 organizations in need. More than $300,000 in community development grants have helped institutes and groups ranging from local hospitals, to sports clubs, as well as sup-

ported hospice and respite services, food security programs and physician recruitment. The fund has also benefited the community at large, with walking trails, park equipment, and accessibility upgrades and projects. And it all started with Todd back in the early 2000s, as he and several others decided they wanted to improve local health services. Together, this group brought to life the health centre, which continues to help thousands of Brightonians today. Todd remained at the helm of the Brighton Health Services Centre board of directors, until his passing in 2011. In the fall of 2015, the group started the process to change its name and a special donation of $10,000 went to East Northumberland Secondary School’s Terry Fox campaign, in honour of the former principal and visionary community leader. Now, 17 years later, from the start of it all, his “lifelong devotion to community service lives on through the fund, which serves as an incentive to all community organizations that aspire, as Brian did, to improve the quality of life for all Brightonians,” says the group. Grant applications this year will be available at the end of February. Donations to the fund can be sent to the Brian Todd Memorial Community Fund, PO Box 3106, Brighton, Ont., K0K 1H0.

The Brighton Health Services Centre/ Brian Todd Memorial Community Fund: • Purchased Creekside Banquet Hall in 2002 for $425,000. • Borrowed $1.2 million from the municipality. • Raised $1,603,316 in private donations. • Received $686,287 in municipal grants. • Invested in $1,640,971 in renovations. • Retired municipal loan in five years, paid municipality $108,241 in interest. • Generated $601,619 in operating surpluses 2003-February 2017. • Created a venue for more than 40 jobs. • Attracted six family physicians for 6,000-plus patients. • 500-plus member YMCA. • Grants from 2009-2017 total $303,915. • Sold the building to the municipality on March 1, 2017. • Financial asset balance ending November 2017, $657,000. Grant guidelines: • Grants support community organizations, which through their initiatives and actions, seek to improve health and wellness, and develop community assets that enhance recreation, safety, accessibility and the local environment. • Grant requests don’t normally exceed $5,000 in one year; multi-year funding will not be considered and one application per organization is accepted each year. • The number of grants and total amount granted depends on the quantity and quality of applications and available resources each year. (A submission of an application is not a guarantee that a grant will be awarded). • Grants may be awarded in an amount less than the amount requested. • Applications are evaluated based on how they address the goals of the fund. • Applications must be complete when submitted and inquiries regarding applications will not be addressed during the application review process. • Applicants will be notified when the committee has made a decision.

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COMMENTARY A chance to speak up The Province of Ontario is providing a unique opportunity for the public to have a say when it comes to funding. Ontario is the first province to commit funding ideas from the public as part of its budget process. In 2017, people submitted 404 ideas, 923 comments and cast 19,229 votes as part of Ontario’s Budget Talks program, an innovative online consultation designed to develop policies that will be part of the province’s future. Visit Ontario.ca/Budgettalks to vote for your three favourite ideas before 5 p.m. Jan. 26. Selected ideas will be announced as part of the 2018 budget. Last year’s three top ideas - reducing and preventing food waste, improving digital services for libraries and accessing digitized health data were included in the 2017 budget. More than 700 ideas were submitted this year John Campbell/Metroland in five focus areas, including: child care, seniors, small business, students and healthy living. Up to $5 million will be available to implement Cole Eddy leads the charge in second period action during Saturday’s bantam tournament ideas. at the King Edward Park Arena. “Engaging people across the province in the

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rolled inside. The rest of the quilt was on a likeroller across from the quilters, also on the backs of two kitchen chairs, and as they worked, the finished part would be rolled under, as the sewers worked their way to the other side. I thought it was a very clever way of doing things. That day, Velma and I took our dolls into the parlour, and we crawled under the span of the quilt, and settled down, with strict orders from Aunt Bertha to keep quiet. The talk around the quilt that day was about the happenings around Northcote. The fire that took a neighbour’s barn, and how the farms around dug in to help store the livestock over the winter, and how grateful everyone was that no animal was lost, or no one was hurt. The talk shifted to the cases of measles that broke out at the Northcote School, and how Mrs. Beam had saved everyone a pile of money with her home treatments, so that old DocREGIONAL DIRECTOR OF DISTRIBUTION Greg Esnard 613-706-8385 For delivery concerns call 1-705-742-8450 or toll free 1-855-742-8450 SALES MANAGER Adam Milligan 705-761-7990 ADVERTISING SALES Jean Convey, 613-966-2034, ext 527 Tim Sheppard, 613-966-2034, ext 528

tor Murphy didn’t have to be called out from Renfrew. Two dollars it would have cost. Grateful, they said, to have someone like Mrs. Beam in the neighbourhood. And they talked about getting ready for the gang that would be going to each farm to cut wood to keep the house fires burning. Logs had to be taken out of the bush first, Mrs. Briscoe said. So it would be a while before they had to worry about that. They shared recipes and laughed, we could hear scissors snipping and when we looked up, we saw that part of the quilt that they had been working on rolled up a few inches. Aunt Bertha went to the kitchen to bring in a tray of tea and cookies, and no one stopped, but sipped away, and ate a cookie or two and kept right on at the task at hand. Aunt Bertha’s hand swept under the quilt and Velma grabbed the few cookies being passed down to us. And then it was time to call it a day. Suppers had to be made, and

chores to be tended to. The quilt was left up in Aunt Bertha’s parlour, but shoved closer to the wall. And there it would stay until another day when the women of Northcote could spare an afternoon. Going home across the field in the cutter I wondered about why it was called a quilting bee, and the purpose behind it. It was a chance for Mother to get to know the neighbours, and a time when they could share their cares. I wondered, but had no idea what happened to all the quilts they worked on during the long winter months. 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 Cook is a longtime writer with several books in print and in electronic copies. She appears as a regular columnist.

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Training program elevates prospects of work for unemployed JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com

Brighton — If you're unemployed and looking for work, Elevate Plus will greatly improve your chances of finding a job. It's a free six-week skills training program available to individuals in the Bay of Quinte area 18 years of age or older who aren't working or are underemployed. Graduates of the pilot program paid for by the provincial government in partnerships with Quinte Economic Development Commission and Loyalist Training and Knowledge Centre will be given the opportunity to secure well-paid local manufacturing or food processing jobs. Elevate Plus provides four weeks of in-class training plus two weeks of on-the-job experience that doubles as a job trial. The trial period is to give both employers and prospective employees a chance to see if it is a good fit for both, to eliminate the great expense of time and money typically spent in the hiring process. To register or to learn more, call 613-968-0703 or 613-969-7553. Before the provincial government committed $895,000 to the program, an earlier version, Elevate, started in October 2014, was funded by the federal government, and it focused on

training for food processing jobs. It was “very successful,” said Chuck O'Malley, corporate account manager at the Loyalist Training and Knowledge Centre. “That's why we're running it here again.” Participation in the Elevate Plus training program will be limited to a maximum of 16 people “who want to work,” he said. They also must be “physically

capable because there are some demands” to go along with working in manufacturing and food processing settings. “We do interviewing and screening for the employer to make sure that people understand all the criteria that's involved,” O'Malley said. There are “no guarantees” of employment “but we have a good track record” of matching graduates of the

program and employers, he added. “We have a pretty good handle on what works and what doesn't,” O'Malley said. “We're representing the manufacturers and processors, so we're gearing the training to what they want.” He noted there are “increased employment opportunities” because companies are expanding operations in Belleville and area.

The classes deal with technical skills, health and safety, and interpersonal effectiveness, as well as “employer-specific” training by industry instructors. Program participants who “don't have transportation, we'll be able to help them,” O'Malley said, “because we've got employers who want and need people.”

Switch to LED at Keeler Centre could lighten burden on township taxpayers JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com

Cramahe Township — The municipality could save $12,000 a year in electricity at the Keeler Centre by replacing 72 400-watt metal halide fixtures with energy-efficient LED lighting at a cost of $75,000. The latter is 60 per cent more efficient and has a rated lifespan of

180,000 hours, compared to 20,000 hours at most for the older lighting, according to an issue paper staff prepared for council's budget deliberations. Further savings of $3,000 would be achieved in annual maintenance and replacement costs, so the payback period for the expenditure would be five years.

“LED fixtures are also dimmable and individually controllable through wireless technologies,” the paper said, which means they would “fit well” for various usages at the centre, when it's booked for different events. “Not only will this retrofit save on electricity it will give more consistent and better light quality over the ice pad as well as the ability to modify

light intensity to meet the requirements of the user,” the paper stated. The projected savings do not take into consideration the lower energy required for refrigeration “due to the reduction in heat load over the ice.” Staff said funding for the project would be raised through the municipal levy ($43,500) and gas tax funding reserves ($31,500).

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Series of recent fatal fires 'unacceptable' say Ontario fire chiefs Durham — Ontario’s top fire officials say a series of recent fatal fires is “unacceptable” and they are pleading with people across the province to prevent further tragedies by following simple fire prevention strategies. "We've only just entered 2018, yet multiple Ontario communities have been rocked by fire fatalities,” said Chief Stephen Hernen, president of the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs, in a statement on Friday. “These are preventable tragedies. It's unacceptable to us as a fire service.” The OAFC referenced eight people who died in fires in Ontario between Jan. 1 and 10 -- including the Jan. 8 fire in Oshawa that claimed the lives of four people. The Ontario Fire Marshal's Office confirmed there were no working smoke alarms in the home. Officials also pointed to a fatal fire in Tottenham on Jan. 1, which killed one person and injured two others. Again, no working smoke alarms were found in the home. A man died in a Belleville apartment fire on Jan. 7 and two more people perished in an early morning fire in Brighton on Jan. 10 — the presence of working smoke alarms is still being investigated for both of those incidents.

"It's not enough to say 'four lives were lost in Oshawa,'" says Kevin Vaughan, chief fire prevention officer for Ajax Fire and Emergency Services and chairman of Ontario Fire and Life Safety Educators. "People need

“We’ve only just entered 2018, yet multiple Ontario communities have been rocked by fire fatalities. These are preventable tragedies. ” STEPHEN HERNEN, PRESIDENT ONTARIO ASSOCIATION OF FIRE CHIEFS

to know that a fire killed 50-year-old Steven Macdonald. The same fire killed Lindsey Bonchek, a 36-year-old mother, and her nine-year-old daughter, Madeline. Lindsey's four-year-old son, Jackson, was pulled from home, but did not survive. Imagine, for a moment, someone telling you that your loved ones didn't survive. Imagine, for a moment, standing at the curb and knowing that your friends or family are still inside."

Officials are calling on everyone in Ontario to ensure they have working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in their homes. Every household should create and practice a home fire escape plan, as well as a back-up escape route. “The alarm industry has come up with multiple, handy products, such as 10-year sealed battery alarms, smoke/ CO combination units and alarms with hush features,” says Hernen. “There are many home fire prevention solutions on the market, and all of them can save your life." The law requires homeowners and landlords to install smoke alarms on every storey and outside all sleeping areas. Carbon monoxide alarms are mandatory in residences with fuelburning appliances or an attached storage garage. Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms expire, so ongoing maintenance is required. An expiry or manufacture date is printed on every alarm unit. Smoke alarms more than 10 years old, and carbon monoxide alarms five to seven years old, must be replaced. All alarms should be tested monthly, with batteries replaced at least once a year.

Street reconstruction to complete Colborne subdivision back before Cramahe Township council JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com

Cramahe Township — Council is being asked once again to approve the full reconstruction of a 220-metre stretch along Ontario Street that does not have services so it can sell off the 12 remaining lots in the Colborne Creek Estates subdivision. The township called for tenders in 2016 but the work was never done after a low bid of $576,288 was received. “Probably because of the staff turnover (at the time), to be honest with you,” Mayor Marc Coombs said. “The builders are pushing for it a lot more now,” because they can sell 12 housing units for “much more than they could” two to three years ago. “They're very anxious to get going on that,” he said. “That would finish off that Colborne Creek development.” The municipality spearheaded creation of the 80-lot subdivision to spur growth in the community. Four builders were given “first rights” to build in the development, which they have done since it got

underway more than a decade ago, Coombs said. Due to the increase in construction costs over the past two years, DM Wills, the firm that designed the development, has suggested 10 per cent be added to the low bid in 2016, as well as a further 10 per cent for contract administration, which would raise the cost of the project to $700,000. In recommending that the gravel section of Ontario Street be “urbanized,” staff said in an issue paper prepared for council's 2018 budget discussions that Cramahe would recover its costs with the sale of the 12 lots. Short-term debt financing will be needed in the interim for the work to go ahead but “there is potentially some funding available in (Cramahe's) development charges reserves that could be used toward this,” staff added. Coombs said the subdivision has taken longer than expected to complete because “the housing market is very slow and at the time there wasn't the private investment that was taking place to encourage this. That was the problem.”

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Jack Frost will be nipping at their toes when fundraisers take the plunge 26th annual event raises money for medical equipment

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Campbellford — Yes, temperatures have been taking a frostbit nosedive of late, to the chagrin of many, but there’s one plunge every January that people have been cheering on for decades at Lions Beach Park. It’s the Polar Plunge organized by the Campbellford Memorial Hospital Auxiliary to help raise money for much-needed medical equipment. Despite frigid weather that has blanketed the province in recent weeks, even forcing polar plunges elsewhere to be cancelled, at Oakville and Toronto, for example, the auxiliary is forging ahead with plans for its 26th annual wintertime fundraiser. Interest remains high despite record lows. Convener Liz Mathewson estimated 40 or more people will be taking part when the event is held at noon on Jan. 27. About 20 of them will be coming from Brighton, members of a family who plunge every year, she said. They call themselves the Luau Lunatics. They will be collecting pledges as will Varouj Eskedjian, the president and CEO of the hospital, which is putting together a team, as is staff at Burnbrae Gardens Nursing Home. “Last year we had 50 so I’m hoping again that we get close to that,” Mathewson said. She’s heard from people who said they’re “really excited.” Mathewson is hoping the really cold weather will be done by then. “Apparently we’ve never cancelled one before,” she said. The auxiliary has pledged to raise $40,000 this year, which will be used to purchase a bi-level continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine that is used to treat people who have trouble sleeping at night because of breathing problems. Other fundraisers include a fashion show, tag day, Christmas bazaar, yard sale, bottle drive and gift shop sales. Two buses will be at the site to keep entrants warm and to get dry after they’ve taken the plunge. Many show up in costume which adds to the plunge’s appeal, which draws many onlookers who are encouraged to donate while there. “I was surprised last year how many people came out to watch,” Mathewson said. Trent Hills firefighters will once again be on hand to ensure the event proceeds safely.

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Sports Half-dozen reasons why Stars are stuck in middle of pack JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com

Colborne — The Northumberland Stars' losing streak has reached biblical proportions, namely the mark of the beast: 666. The sixth-place team has lost six straight giving up six goals in all but one of the matches. That was a 5-2 defeat against the Tottenham Steam Jan. 12. Northumberland returned to form the next day, losing 6-4 to the Niagara Whalers Jan. 13. What's especially hard for the team to bear is that its last five losses have all occurred on home ice. In the game last Friday night at the Keeler Centre, the Steam and Stars each fired 54 shots on the other, but five of the visitors' found the back of the net and just two for the hosts, by Doug Andrews and Joshua Hall (on a penalty shot in the third period). Tottenham goaltender Jason Goes was named the game's first star.

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Rocking the house Members of the eventual provincial championship team Jeff Young, on the left, and Andy Elkin shepherd a rock to the house in the team's 6-2 Saturday afternoon.

It was more of the same in the next contest, with the visiting goalie again being selected first star as Will Harvey made 53 saves in the Niagara net. Northumberland's Ilshat Zaripov was equally impressive, stopping 52 shots after taking over two minutes into the game. Aaron Esposito had started but gave up goals on his first two shots. Andrews scored twice on the power play. Devin Laird and Bo Stevenson had the other goals. Niagara's David Christopher, the league's fifth-leading scorer, collected a goal and three assists to give him 95 points on the season. Despite going winless since before Christmas, the Stars are in no immediate danger of slipping out of sixth spot in the South Division of the Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League. They still have a seven-point advantage over Windsor, which has a game in hand. Northumberland will be looking to end its losing streak at home Jan. 19 when the Bradford Bulls come to Colborne. Game time is 7:30 p.m.

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Simcoe curlers win men's provincial championship played at Brighton JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com

Brighton – A team from Simcoe emerged as the top men's team in the province at the Fairfield Marriott Challenge that took place at curling clubs in Brighton and Trenton last weekend. Doug Woods skipped his team to five straight wins, including a 6-1 victory over Kent Cheesman's rink from Stroud in the championship match played in Brighton Jan. 14. The results of the three other flights were: B – Team (Richard) Peach, from Whitby 5, Team (Chadd) Vandermade from Ottawa 4; C – Team (Terry) Corbin, from Brantford 5, Team (Liam) Kane from Toronto 2;

D – Team (Leo) Buckley from Deep River 8, Team McAllister from Chesley 2. Jeremy Gale's team from the Campbellford and District Curling Club was the only rink from this zone to qualify for the three-day bonspiel. It won its first three games before losing to Cheesman's rink in the semifinals. “Everything went well, in spite of the weather ... Friday night was a bit dicey,” said Joe Zimny, a member of the board at the Brighton and District Curling Club and one of four people who looked after the Challenge games played at the local rink. The competition is a double knockout tournament that begins with 32 teams representing

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the province's 16 Ontario Curling Association zones. They “are not the elite players but they are ... club champions so they're very appreciative” to be given an opportunity to compete with others at the same level of skill, Zimny said. Buckley's foursome from Deep River “was a crowd favourite” among Brighton spectators, he said. “Three or four of our current members come from that area and know Leo.” Having more than 120 curlers take part in the bonspiel accompanied by spouses and, in some cases, coaches is good for the local economy, as “they spend a few dollars in the community,” Zimny said.

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Brighton — Brighton Minor Hockey Association hosted its fifth tournament of the season last Saturday, Jan. 13, this one for local league teams at the peewee and bantam levels. Brighton had four teams entered and they all met in the B final for their age groups. The peewee Brighton Blue squad defeated Brighton White 4-1 on a pair of goals by Daniel Melendro, and one each by Tyson Lewis Knapman and Paige Runions. Melendro also collected two assists, while Runions and Rush Waite had one apiece. Spencer VanBergen scored for Brighton White, assisted by Charly Allen. Sturgeon Lake edged Casselman 4-3 in the A final. In the bantam B final, it was Brighton White 5 — Brighton Blue 4 in overtime. Scoring for the victors were Jaimen Davis and Carter

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Brighton Brave netminder Owen Scott pokes the puck away from a Coldwater player but the local team was no match for the eventual bantam A champs. The scoreboard read 6-1 at game's end. Rhodes, each with a pair of goals, and Anthony Rinaldi. Davis also had an assist, as did Sebastian Davis. Cole Eddy scored twice for Brighton Blue. Taylor Powell and Braden Geens also

scored. Caleb Hogan drew two assists. Dawson Marshall and Arlis Mason each had a helper. Coldwater blanked Campbellford 4-0 in the A final.

Fourth annual snowshoe race at Goodrich-Loomis set for Jan. 27 JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com

Brighton – Dozens of snowshoeing enthusiasts are expected to compete in a race that will take place at the Goodrich-Loomis Conservation Area Jan. 27. The event is the third in a series of races held each winter as fundraisers for a registered charity based in Cornwall. The Hub for Beyond 21 Foundation helps adults with developmental disabilities identify

their dreams and then achieve them through learning skills and making connections. This is the fourth year Goodrich-Loomis is one of five sites in the series. “We usually get out about 40,” from places such as Ottawa, Brockville, and Kingston, said Brighton resident Erin McDougall, the local race director. The six-kilometre course, a combination of rolling single and double tracks, is “a beautiful spot” but it's also “probably the most challeng-

ing” in the series because of the conservation area's hills. “Snowshoe running is so difficult ... it's very highly aerobic,” said McDougall, a program manager at Autosystems (Magna) in Belleville. “You get a really, really good aerobic-cardio workout but you don't get the pounding that you do running on pavement.” The snowshoes used for racing are smaller than the kind most people associate with the outdoor activity. “On a packed snowmobile trail you're able to run with not much underneath your foot to hold you up out of the snow,” he said. The stride is similar to running, “you're not having to swing your feet like you used to have to with the big wooden frame (snowshoes),” McDougall said. “It's a pretty natural feeling to run with these ones.” The race can take anywhere from slightly more than a half-hour for the fastest and as long at 80 minutes for “back of the pack.” Most of the people who race are also competitive runners, who take part in marathons and halfmarathons, said McDougall, a runner himself. “It's just another way to keep going through the winter time.”

But “even for those who aren't competitive runners, it's a great way ... to walk a little bit, jog a little bit. We do have a lot of people who come out just for the experience of taking part in the event. It's not just for hard-core runners.” “We get all levels of ability.” The race begins at 10 a.m. The entry fee is $35 for entrants who register online at www.RunningRoom.com by Jan. 25, $45 on race day. The series is sponsored by Dion Snowshoes and there will be a limited number of its products for rent on a first come, first served basis. The cost is $10. The first-place male and female racers will be awarded sponsor merchandise and all participants will be eligible for draw prizes that include a pair of Dion snowshoes. There will be refreshments and hot chocolate after the race and skiers are asked to bring their own mug/cup/water bottle to cut down on waste. For more information, email erinmcdougall@ yahoo.com. Entrants collect points at each race and a male and female racer is declared a champion at the end of the series. The other race sites are Summerstown (near Cornwall), Upper Canada Village, Switzerville and Cambridge.

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Brighton resident Erin McDougall, shown competing in last year's race at Frontenac Provincial Park, is the director of the event at Goodrich-Loomis that will take place Jan. 27.

Moving Colborne's soccer fields isn't so straightforward JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com

Colborne — Relocating the soccer fields at the end of Victoria Street to beside the Keeler Centre might not be as simple as first thought. Although council members were initially receptive to the idea put forward by the Colborne Cramahe Haldimand Soccer Club, Mayor Marc Coombs said “a number of issues” came up during a lengthy discussion of the proposal at the Jan. 9 budget meeting. A major one is that the open space beside the Keeler Centre is used for other events, notably the Apple Blossom Tyme Festival in May and the Auction Barn Jamboree in September, which relies on space to be made available to country music lovers arriving in trailers. To put several regulation and mini-sized soccer fields on the land will require that it to be bulldozed to make flat and then have a layer of top soil laid down and seeded. “You won't be able to go on it for a year,” Coombs said. “Council certainly favours the soccer fields moving there ... A few of us thought that they could do it as is,” Coombs said. “But we're told it's bumpier than it appears (and) needs some work. “So we're still discussing ... how we would actually do that” while taking into account the needs of the other groups, he said. A staff issue paper said the existing soccer fields are “problematic” because of their quality, proximity to the railway, and low profile, not

being “readily noticeable to the public.” There's also little parking. It said Keeler Centre is “underutilized” during the summer. It would be “a safe and inviting location” for the soccer club and it would benefit the YMCA's summer camp program as well, the paper stated. Giving soccer a higher profile in the community would generate interest in the sport and get more children to sign up, Coombs said. “Plus, the facility itself would be much nicer. You would have proper washrooms, and if you want to do tournaments, you have a proper canteen and ... can handle crowds.” The issue paper estimates the work will cost $50,000 and it suggested that the soccer club, Alnwick-Haldimand Township and local businesses be asked to provide financial support. Council “didn't seem to have much issue” with demolishing the old lawn bowling clubhouse, which hasn't been used in a long time. The building on Elgin Street is “very tired,” he said, and its roof “needs to be replaced ... which would be a waste of money." A separate staff issue paper recommended the municipality spend $15,000 to tear down the clubhouse “to make way for something more appropriate such as a gazebo or some type of covered structure that supports the use of the park area.” It said the building became superfluous when the lawn bowling club ceased to exist and the bowling greens were turned into a tennis court.

The Municipality of Brighton is situated on Lake Ontario at the eastern end of the County of Northumberland, conveniently located along the 401 corridor between Toronto and Ottawa. The municipality has a population of approximately 10,000 persons, which is increasing at a rate well above the provincial average due to the beautiful waterfront and small town appeal. We are currently accepting applications for the position of Fire Chief. The Fire Chief reports directly to the Chief Administrative Officer, providing sound management, leadership and strategic direction to the operations of the volunteer force. As the preferred candidate, you will ensure the timely preparation of the department’s annual operating and capital budgets in conjunction with long term capital plans. Building teamwork and cohesion for Fire personnel responsible for suppression and rescue, prevention, public education, administration, communications and training will be an important part of this role. The Fire Chief will serve as the Community Emergency Management Coordinator for the municipality. You bring a post-secondary certificate or diploma in fire service disciplines, combined with a minimum of 5 years progressive experience in a fire department setting, proven leadership skills, excellent verbal, computer and written communication skills, and interpersonal and organization skills with a proven ability to command fire fighters and make sound decisions. 2018 Salary Range: Grade 20 - $80,839 - $100,319 complemented by a generous benefit package. Qualified candidates are invited to submit a covering letter and resume clearly marked “Fire Chief Position” prior to 12:00 noon, January 19, 2018 to the attention of: Human Resources Municipality of Brighton Bx 189, 35 Alice St Brighton, ON K0K 1H0 hr@brighton.ca The Municipality of Brighton wishes to acknowledge and thank all candidates for your interest in responding to this posting, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information and any supporting material is obtained and used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Alternate formats of job postings and accommodations are available upon request to support the participation of persons with disabilities in applying for jobs and during the interview and assessment process. If you require an accommodation email or phone Human Resources at 613-475-0670. Brighton Independent - Thursday, January 18, 2018 15

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ROLLINS, Rosemary At the Maplewood Long Term Care Facility, Brighton on Tuesday, January 9, 2018. Rosemary Rollins, daughter of the late Herbert Hadwen and the late Hilda (Kemp). Loving mother of Jackie of Texas. Dear sister of Doris Schuman of Kitchener, Dorothy Yurchuk of Edmonton, Alberta, and the late Diane, James, Robert, Clarence and Margurite. Sadly missed by her granddaughter Alexis Hart, and her many nieces, nephews, and friends. Special thanks to the Staff, Volunteers, and friends at the Maplewood Long Term Care Facility. A Graveside Service will be held at Greenwood Cemetery, Smithfield at a later date. Cremation. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Maplewood Long Term Care Facility Residents Council, would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements in care of the Brighton Funeral Home, (613-475-2121). www.rushnellfamilyservices.com

GEORGE EDWIN HOWE Another strong branch has fallen from our family tree George Howe was not my brother-in-law, in my heart he was my brother in every way, a teacher of all, a Macgyver of everything, he gave everyone so much to remember. Flowers shall still grow Breezes shall still blow but it will never be the same without you. Love Deb and Mac

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I would like to express my gratitude to Northumberland Veterinary Hospital, Colborne, for their compassionate care and humanity in the recent passing of my precious cat, Tina. Especially to Dr. Mike Woodward, and Kelly, for their wonderful help and understanding. Sincerely, Denise

George Edwin Howe July 4, 1946-January 13,2018 Retired R.C.M.P. George passed away peacefully at the Rosamond Unit at Almonte General Hospital. Soulmate of wife Bo (McKinnon) who shared his love for 52 years. Much loved father of Shane (Chris) and Chad (Natalie). Cherished pops to Jesse, Tyler, Victoria and Jackson. Proud pops to Jesse, Tyler, Victoria and Jackson. Proud pops to great-grandson Hunter. Loving son of John and Dolly Howe (deceased). Dear brother of Judy (deceased) (Stu), Jean (Frank), Ken (Diane), Jackie (Ed), Bruce, Linda (Jim, deceased) and Kit. Also loved by many inlaws, nieces and nephews. He will be dearly missed by many close friends, as he touched many with his friendships and laughter. “We have to let you go now though we will not say good-bye, you fought the struggle dealt to you now let your spirit fly”. Many thanks to the wonderful staff at Rosamond Unit. George’s final wishes were for cremation with a Celebration of Life at a later date.

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Another fundraiser planned Canada 150 committee wants its for Campbellford hospital: work to live on as “a lasting legacy” Ranney Gorge Run

members, in particular, local celebrated author Jane Urquhart. “Our committee hopes an intangible legacy

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Campbellford — Participants in a new fundraiser planned for May 6 by Campbellford Memorial Hospital Foundation will get to enjoy a spectacular view of the Trent River. The Ranney Gorge Run features a half of a half-marathon (10.5 kilometres) and a five-kilometre run/walk that takes in the Ranney Gorge Suspension Bridge, Ferris Provincial Park and the Rotary Trail. There's also a 1K Fun Run for children. Funds raised will support patient care and the purchase of new high priority medical equipment for Campbellford Memorial Hospital (CMH). The run “is a bucket list event for any runner or walker” and there are many in the area who wanted it, CMH nurse Megan Mahoney said in a news release issued by the foundation. “The Trent Hills area is a great location for running and we are excited about the route we have planned ... (It's) picturesque and safe.” Catherine Holt, who looks after communications and donor relations for the foundation, said Mahoney, who's a runner, came up with the idea. “She came to us and said she would like to help to organize a run to raise funds for the hospital,” Holt said in an interview. “She's very keen and enthusiastic,” and the course she chose is “so gorgeous, it's a beautiful piece of the community.” Holt said “there has been quite a bit of interest in the run” already, with people getting in touch. If 200 runners were to take part, which is “what we're shooting for,” that would be “fantastic first time out,” she said. “We're pretty excited about it.”

Serious runners will be officially timed, with the use of chips. “Even folks who are not runners ... (should) come on out and participate and have some fun” Holt said. The early bird registration fee for the 10.55K and 5K runs is $40 ($50 after April 4). Registration for the 1K Fun Run is $10. To register or to obtain more information visit www.givetocmh.ca or https://theranneygorgerun.itsyourrace.com/register. You can also call the foundation at 705-6531140 ext. 2104. An event page on Facebook is also available with more information. Mahoney approached Maple Reinders Constructors Ltd. and Construction Demathieu and Bard (CDB) Inc. for support, and they were first on board as the run’s signature presenting sponsor. “We are thrilled with (their) support,” foundation executive director John Russell said in a statement. “The companies are working together on two contracts for the rehabilitation and repair of dams, locks, canal walls and other structures along the Trent-Severn Waterway and it’s great to see them supporting the community where they are working.” Beamish Flooring and Window Fashions, the Rotary Club of Campbellford, and Team Eagle are also confirmed sponsors. Additional sponsorship opportunities are still available. The run committee expressed its appreciation that Ontario Parks and the Municipality of Trent Hills have assisted in the planning of the event. It joins a list of fundraisers that includes a golf tournament in June, a doctors' cook-off in July, and a cycling event in September.

EVENTS BRIGHTON Infant Feeding Clinic, Thursday, January 18, 10 am to Noon, 170 Main Street in Brighton. Health Unit Nurse provides one-on-one support for parents who have questions or concerns about infant feeding. Appointments only. Call the Health Unit toll-free at 1-866-888-4577. You’re invited to join us for food, fun and fellowship. The PROBUS Club of Presqu’ile welcomes all retired or semi-retired people (singles or couples) to our monthly programs. Guest speakers, presentations, refreshments. Held the third Wednesday every month at the King Edward Park Community Centre, Brighton. Doors open: 9:30 – noon. Check us out! Contact: Jean 613-242-5387 or visit our website http://www.

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questions or concerns about infant feeding. Appointments Trinity-St. Andrew’s United only. Call the Health Unit tollChurch CLOTHING DEPOT, free at 1-866-888-4577. 58 Prince Edward Street, Brighton. Serving our Community since 1965! Store hours: COBOURG Parent and Tot Time, Friday, Wednesday, 10-2, Thursday, 10-2, Friday, 10-6pm and Sat- January 19, 10:30 am to Noon, urday, 10-1. All your donations Cobourg Community Centre welcome during business hours. (750 D’Arcy St.). An opportuFeast your eyes with our Win- nity to connect with other parter clothing & accessories! Bag ents, participate in information Sale last week of each month. sharing and song and rhyme Interested in Volunteering? time with your little one, folPlease call Jean 613-242-5387 lowed by a walk around the indoor track. Strollers welcome. Call the Health Unit at 1-866CAMPBELLFORD 888-4577 for more information. Infant Feeding Clinic, Thursday, January 25, 10 am to Noon, Ontario Early Years Centre (179 Saskatoon Ave.) in Campbellford. Health Unit Nurse provides one-on-one support for parents who have

Parent and Tot Time, Friday, January 26, 10:30 am to Noon, Cobourg Community Centre (750 D’Arcy St.). Strollers welcome. Call the Health Unit at 1-866-888-4577 for more information.

Cramahe Township – The municipality celebrated two anniversaries in 2017 – Canada's 150th and Cramahe Township's 225th – but the committee in charge of organizing special events also intended as “one of its key objectives ... to leave a lasting legacy.” “In this light some of our programs, we hope, will continue for years to come,” committee chairperson Jim Williams told council at its Dec. 19 meeting. First is the Order of Cramahe which recognized four people this year for their long-term contributions through volunteering or community building, he said. The committee is asking council “to carry on this recognition” and it has eight awards available for use “at council's discretion.” It would also like to see the studio tour it helped launch to promote artists and artisans in Cramahe become an annual event. The committee is in favour of the ukulele program that was introduced in the township's two public schools being supported in future as well. Williams said the short video made about this country's longest-serving postmistress, Eliza Padginton, which the Canada 150 committee sponsored, was “another tangible example of a lasting legacy for present and future generations.” So was the planting of trees in recognition of local war veterans and prominent community

“In this light some of our programs, we hope, will continue for years to come.” JIM WILLIAMS COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON

of our celebrations is strengthening the feeling of belonging in our community, increased cultural awareness, and a better understanding of Canada's history and Cramahe's part in it,” Williams said. “We heard many individual stories from community members and also from groups ... Local family histories and stories told by displays at the fun fayre, the quilt show, the genealogy show, and the Great Canadian Review,” he added. Trish O'Brien said the committee will have to return $1,327 of the $50,000 it received from the federal government because it was never spent. She also said there is $590 left over from the money the committee raised independent of the grant, which the committee is considering giving to either the ukulele program or the youth program at the library. Mayor Marc Coombs thanked the committee for its efforts. “It was a lot of work,” he said. “Well done.”

The Municipality of Brighton invites applications from members of the public who are interested in serving on a Committee of Council. We are seeking interested people from the Brighton community to serve on the following Committee.To apply you must be a resident of Brighton. Heritage Advisory Committee: This Committee provides assistance and recommendations to Council associated with the identification, conservation, and celebration of Brighton’s cultural heritage resources as governed by the Ontario Heritage Act and the Official Plan. Public Appointments: 2 people from the public If you are interested in becoming a member of this committee, please express your interest and applicable background, in writing by Monday, February 5, 2018 to: Vicki Kimmett, Deputy Clerk vkimmett@brighton.ca P.O. Box 189, Brighton, Ontario K0K 1H0 Or, drop off your application at the Municipal Office at 35 Alice Street. Please be sure to include your residential address, telephone number and email address. Brighton Independent - Thursday, January 18, 2018 17

Brighton’s Own: Proving constant change leads to positive outcome 'Brighton’s Own' VIC SCHUKOV

Like a military brat, Robert Janiga has moved frequently in his formative years; his dad was a machinist for Atomic Energy and Ontario Hydro. Janiga was born in Bowmanville, but lived there one year. Then, Whitby for three years, further north for another seven, then Oshawa for three, finally settling outside Pembroke. “I learned not to get too attached to friends,” said Janiga, “but I liked moving. It was like getting a new start and a new geography.” The moving mentality affected his career decisions: “I didn’t know what I wanted to do. I quit high school three times. I studied business at Algonquin College at 19, and quit in my second year. Then my parents moved to Hastings where I finished high school. Then, on to Trent University, earning a BA in philosophy.” That was followed by a semester in a religious seminary in Toronto, before enrolling in York University’s master’s in environmental studies program. Three years later, he started working at New Visions To-

ronto with people with developmental disabilities. He stayed five years. “In 2005, I started a master of arts in public policy and administration at Ryerson University. Having worked on the front lines in social services, I wanted to better understand the transfer payment system at the provincial level.” For four years, he was a policy analyst with the Ministry of Community and Social Services, working on two major projects: The Hostelsto-Homes pilot as chair of the implementation committee, and Enhanced Employment Services for Vulnerable Persons. Meanwhile, he volunteered as a workplace representative for his union; this led to a full-time position for five years. “At 43, I decided to leave the stress of Toronto’s public sector, and entered a winemaking program at Niagara College. I was using it as a spring board to get a job in an Okanagan Valley winery as a hospitality and events co-ordinator. I bolted from there after four weeks.” All these seemingly restless changes inspired him to drop out and backpack from Burnaby to Brighton. In two months, he covered 700 km by foot, 550 by bus, and the remainder hitchhiking. “A supreme exercise in non-attachment, I gave up all sense of security

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hydrated. He told me of his daughter who had been interested in following in his footsteps but died at the hands of a drunk driver. He had a lunch

sandwich and a bottle of water and said, ‘I would like you to have these.’ It was a simple gesture for someone to care, but so profound I want to cry thinking about it. I realized that I had been too focused on my ego instead of the main goal in life: helping others.” He arrived at his parents' home in Brighton on Sept. 1, 2015. From there he went to a religious community in the Ottawa Valley for three months. Two years ago, he landed a position at the Brighton library. “Trekking across Canada, I rediscovered libraries where I wrote my experiences and enjoyed free Wi-Fi. It is important to take chances, and follow your passions, to pay attention to what is going on inside of you. My decisions seem spontaneous but the seeds were planted long ago. Above all, I consider myself a Catholic. My philosophy is Christian-based.” A priest once described him as follows: “I see in you a certain hunger for the absolute, present in everyone but in some more explicitly stated. You have a real appetite for prayer, a certain bent toward interiority, reading, study and contemplation. I do believe that you do well in community.” Welcome to Brighton! (Brighton resident Vic Schukov is a longtime journalist and writer of biography books for everyday people; victorschukov@gmail.com )

Request renewed for school ukulele program support JOHN CAMPBELL jcampbell@metroland.com

Cramahe Township – Janice McKnight has renewed her appeal for financial assistance to keep the ukulele program going at Northumberland Hills and Colborne public schools. McKnight said in a press release this week there has been a “lack of response” to her initial letter sent to businesses and service clubs requesting donations. “I have to ask myself why?” she wrote. Are they “not interested in building a legacy for the future generation?” Without the financial backing to pay for the two music teachers who are teaching the students how to play the instrument, the program

“cannot move forward,” McKnight said. “We have the kids but they will lose interest quickly if we fail to be consistent and not show up to the specified time already in place.” McKnight has said previously it would cost $1,400 for lessons to be taught at each school over a 10-week period. In her release this week, she said donations of $25 or more will be issued a receipt by the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board. Donors are to make their cheques payable to the school board and to drop them off at either school marked Ukulele Program. There are also donation jars at the local drugstore and bank. McKnight can be reached at 905-355-3799 or mcknight_jr@sympatico.ca.

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Payment may vary depending on down payment trade. Total obligation is $21,984. Taxes, license, insurance, registration and applicable fees, levies, duties and, except in Quebec, dealer fees (all of which may vary by dealer and region) are extra. Option to purchase at lease end is $19,359. Silverado 1500 Double Cab Custom Edition Finance: Purchase financing rate of 0% for 72 months available on eligible new 2018 Silverado 1500 Double Cab Custom Edition. Example: $40,000 financed at 0% nominal rate (0% APR) equals $555.56 per month for 72 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, with customers paying $46 in RDPRM fees, for a total obligation of $46,046. $0 down payment required. Security deposit may be required. Offer available to qualified retail customers in Canada for vehicles financed and from between January 3 to January 31, 2018. Financing provided, on approved credit, by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank® or RBC Royal Bank. Participating lenders are subject to change. Rates from other lenders will vary. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary. Includes $1,700 freight and PDI, $100 air conditioning charge (where applicable) Taxes, PPSA, license, insurance, registration and applicable fees, levies, duties and, except in Quebec, dealer fees (all of which may vary by region and dealer) are extra. Total Value consists of $3,870 manufacturer-to-dealer (tax exclusive) delivery credit, $1,000 manufacturer-to-consumer GM Card Application Bonus (offer applies to individuals who apply for a Scotiabank GM Visa Card [GM Card] or current GM Card cardholders) (tax inclusive) and $2,100 manufacturer-to-dealer finance cash (tax exclusive). Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time financing offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GM Canada may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. For the latest information, visit us at chevrolet.ca, drop by your local Chevrolet Dealer or call us at 1-800-GM-DRIVE. *Applies to oldest 15% of dealer inventory as of July 1, 2017. Valid July 1 – 31, 2017 on cash purchases of eligible 2017 model year vehicles from dealer inventory. Models receiving a 15% cash credit of MSRP include: Camaro (excludes ZL1), Colorado, Trax, Impala, Suburban, Tahoe. Models receiving a 20% cash credit of MSRP include: all Light Duty and Heavy Duty Silverado, Cruze Sedan, Cruze Hatch, City Express, Express, Malibu (excludes 1VL), Sonic, Equinox, Traverse. Models not eligible for this offer are: 2017 models: Spark, BOLT EV, VOLT, Corvette. All 2016 MY and 2018 MY vehicles. Not compatible with special lease and finance rates. Credit is tax exclusive and is calculated on vehicle MSRP, excluding any dealer-installed options. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this cash credit which will result in higher effective cost of credit on their transaction. Dealer may sell for less. Offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. General Motors of Canada Company may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. Void where prohibited. See dealer for details. 1 1Vehicle user interface is a product of Apple and its terms and privacy statements apply. Requires compatible iPhone and data plan rates apply. 2 Vehicle user interface is a product of Google and their terms and privacy statements apply. Requires compatible smartphone and data plan rates apply. 3 Visit onstar.ca for vehicle availability. Services and connectivity vary by model and conditions as well as geographical and technical restrictions. Requires active OnStar service and data plan. Data plans provided by AT&T or its local service provider. Accessory Power must be active to use the Wi-Fi hotspot. 4 U.S. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). 5 Requires available 3.6L V6 engine. 6 Based on WardsAuto.com 2016 Small Pickup segment and latest competitive information available at time of printing. Excludes other GM models. 7 Requires available 3.6L V6 or 2.8L Duramax Turbo-Diesel engine. 8 Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow. **The 2-Year Scheduled Lube-Oil-Filter Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada, who have purchased or leased a new eligible 2016 or 2017 MY Chevrolet (excluding Spark EV), with an ACDelco® oil and filter change, in accordance with the oil life monitoring system and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 48,000 km, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four (4) Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM dealers. Fluid top offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc. are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Company reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ▲Whichever comes first. See dealer for details. ◊Visit onstar.ca for coverage maps, details and system limitations. Service plan required. Available 4G LTE with Wi-Fi hotspot requires WPA2 compatible mobile device and data plan. Data plans provided by AT&T. Services vary by model, service plan, conditions as well as geographical and technical restrictions. OnStar with 4G LTE connectivity is available on select vehicle models and in select markets. Vehicle must be started or in accessory mode to access Wi-Fi. ©2018 General Motors of Canada Company. All rights reserved.

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