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Intuitive abstract artist Vicki McFarland showcases her creative talents for a live audience at the Summer ARTcrawl in Chatham on June 16. McFarland, who is also the municipality’s feature artist of the month, had the music playing and some extra help holding the canvas from members of Chatham Phoenix Cheer. McFarland’s work, shown in galleries around the globe, uses colour, texture and form to evoke emotion in the viewer.

Simply stunning

Run for the Kids arrives June 25

By Bruce Corcoran bruce@chathamvoice.com

Organizers are busy putting the final plans in place for the inaugural Run for the Kids event.

The run takes place June 25 in Rondeau Provincial Park, and is a fundraiser for the Foundation of the Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent (CTCCK).

Erin Genge, community engagement co-ordinator for the foundation, said more than 170 runners from across southwestern Ontario have signed up to “walk, run or move.

centre and we value how they are giving back to us.”

Genge said the foundation hopes to raise $50,000 through the run. Run for the Kids will encourage participants to run/ walk/wheel and enjoy the beauty of nature while raising funds for the CTC Foundation.

Genge said it is very inclusive, with options for people of all ages.

“People can move their bodies in whatever way they can – walking, running, in a wheelchair, with strollers,” she said.

come out and have their kids take part in a Kiddie Run of 200 metres.”

The 5K is also open to children as well.

But working up a good sweat is not the only element of the day. Genge said there will be more to see and do for families too.

FreeHelpCK held its sixth annual graduation/prom dress and suits giveaway this spring, and the group recently held a dress-up day. It entailed participants, including Anslie Breynaert, shown here, having their hair and makeup done by Industry Salon and Tanning and then they were photographed by Michael Carter Photography. More than 300 teens took advantage of the program.

“I’m really excited to see so many people come out,” she said. “It’s fun to see all the treatment centre families get involved. They value the

“It’s all about coming together and supporting the CTC. We’re looking to have people come out for the 5K event to walk or run, and we’re inviting families to

The Chatham Voice Organizers of the 18th Annual Charity Golf

“We’re going to have some family friendly vendors come out as well. We’ve got The Co. doing crafts for all the kiddos. Play Rangers and C-K Rec will have all their outdoor activity toys with them. Someone will be doing face painting,” she said. “There will be lots of activities for the kids.”

To sign up for the event, Genge urges people to search for Run for the Kids at raceroster.com.

Tournament for the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance scored an eagle recently bringing in more than $131,000.

The tournament took place June 9 at Maple City Country Club. With the support of 128 golfers and an unprecedented number of sponsors, this year’s tournament blew past last year’s record-setting total of $110,340 for the CKHA’s foundation. Proceeds from this year’s tournament will support the purchase of a new operating room surgical table with bariatric extensions for CKHA. Such tables are used daily for all surgical procedures within each of CKHA’s six OR suites.

This year’s tournament received support from more than 50 sponsors.

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CKHA golf tourney raises $131K

Special Olympics competition coming to C-K

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

After more than a quarter of a century, the Special Olympics School Championship Games are returning to Chatham-Kent.

The competition, to be held June 10-12, 2024 will see more than 1,000 Ontario athletes aged 14 to 21 compete in five different sports, including track and field, bocce, basketball, soccer and floor hockey.

Next year’s games feature a new twist on an old theme.

The Chatham Police Service sponsored the games in 1997, and the amalgamated Chatham-Kent Police Service will take on the role in 2024.

“It’s an excellent opportunity and a first for our police service,” said CKPS Sgt. Jason Herder, games manager and co-chair for the event. “In 2024, we will be stronger together, and we welcome any organization that wants to get involved and work together with us to have the most incredible experience yet with our special athletes.”

Cody Jansma, vice-president of operations for Special Olympics Ontario, said the organization is pleased to partner with CKPS on the event, noting Herder’s leadership and the repeated success of the law enforcement torch run had a lot to do with the decision.

Plus, he said, Chatham-Kent was “overdue.”

In his comments, Jansma made mention of the connection between Jason and his late father Const. Rob Herder who passed away in 2020, and Const. Mike Currie, who died in 2022.

Both the elder Herder, who was treasurer of the ’97 games, and Currie, who cochaired, were instrumental in fundraising for Special Olympics over the years, including many Law Enforcement Torch Runs.

After the younger Herder became a police officer, Currie recruited him to help with the run.

“It’s safe to say Rob’s legacy is living on and is shining bright in his son, Sgt. Jason Herder,” Jansma said, calling him a “driving force” in bringing the games back to Chatham.

“We thank both the Currie and Herder families for their unwavering support of the torch run for the past 35 years,” he added.

Herder said he is proud to carry on the legacy, beginning in 1997 when he was “voluntold” to pitch in.

“I hope that they are both looking down and proud to see that everything they did, and all the hard work they did to get this programming started back in the ’90s, is still alive and thriving today,” Herder said, adding he hopes the two are “looking over our shoulders, guiding us in the right direction.”

Jansma urged Chatham-Kent to “get excited” for the games by volunteering, taking on a sponsorship opportunity, donating, or attending as fans.

“Come on out and witness first-hand the transformative power that is Special Olympics sport,” Jansma said.

Mayor Darrin Canniff said the municipality is solidly behind next year’s games.

“I can assure you Chatham-Kent will be stepping up 100 per cent,” the mayor

said at the announcement. “I’m thrilled we’re able to bring this to Chatham-Kent next year.”

Four major fundraisers to support the Special Olympics will be held in the coming year. The first, the Motorcycle Torch Ride will take place Aug. 12. The poker run will begin at Bob’s Motorsport and hit historical landmarks such as Rondeau Park before ending at the WAMBO celebration in Wallaceburg. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.

The law enforcement torch run event, renamed in honour of the tireless Currie takes place Sept. 9. The Mike Currie Memorial Run will feature routes for runners and walkers of all abilities. There will also be 30 and 60 km. bike rides kicking off from Blenheim Rotary Park.

The Polar Plunge, which is traditionally the largest fundraiser of the year, will return Jan. 20, 2024 at the Sons of Kent Brewing Company. The polar plunge website is expected to go live in the fall and officials are hoping to exceed last year’s goal of $86,000.

The final “Over the Edge” fundraising event will be held on June 8, 2024 as part of the kickoff to the championship games. Those raising funds in the event will rappel off a building in an as-yet-to-bedetermined location.

Locations in both Ridgetown and Chatham are the host sites of the June 10-12 games, including Ridgetown’s high school and the University of Guelph/Ridgetown Campus, as well as facilities at St. Clair College. Chatham-Kent Secondary School has been asked to host the track and field events.

Pam Wright/The Chatham Voice John Donais shares his love of Special Olympics at a media conference held recently to announce the return of the games after 26 years. The next Special Olympics School Championship Games, sponsored this time by the amalgamated Chatham-Kent Police Service, will be held June 10-12, 2024.

Bigs group showcases new offices

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

“More inviting.”

That’s how Amanda Clark describes the recently completed renovation of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Chatham-Kent headquarters on Queen Street in Chatham.

“People come in and say they don’t know where they are,” the agency’s executive director said recently, adding the old office space was demolished and a new more client-friendly configuration created in its place.

Not only is the space more “homey,” said Clark, it’s also cleaner and more sanitary, now that the old carpet has been removed. A new heating and cooling unit was also installed.

“We learned during COVID that our office wasn’t set up for us to keep it properly sanitized,” she added. “This has made a big difference.”

The upgrade to the space

was funded by way of a $136,000 Ontario Trillium Foundation Resilient Communities Fund grant.

Local MPP Trevor Jones said the generous grant “extends far beyond physical renovations” as it emphasizes the paramount importance of championing young individuals in the community.

Clarke said the impact of the grant cannot be overstated.

“This grant has allowed much-needed renovations to be made,” she said. “Our office space has opened to allow collaborative meetings, a safe client room, additional storage and updated utilities to ensure our space is as green as possible. Without this resiliency grant, none of this would have been possible.”

That’s good news for the local agency as the need for mentors is on the rise.

“Our waitlist is growing as we’ve had quite a few intakes recently,” Clark explained, adding volunteer mentors and new lit-

Coke adds art

A new art installation is set to take shape outside the Coca Cola Bottling Ltd. facility on Park Avenue in Chatham.

The project, a collaboration between the soft drink company and Chatham-Kent, will see unique public art grace the site of the company’s Make Ready Centre.

The installation will be designed by company

employees with input from local artists.

Chatham-Kent Mayor

Darrin Canniff is making funds for the project available through the Hydro One Community Benefit Program, which is designated by Hydro One for recreation and art projects.

The Chatham facility’s Bill Pickering said the company is excited to work with the municipality on the joint effort.

tles are always welcome.

In order to find out about becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister or to have your

child registered, access the website chathamkent. bigbrothersbigsisters.ca or call 519-351-1582.

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Thanks to an Ontario Trillium Foundation grant, Big Brothers Big Sisters Chatham-Kent has a fresh new space to work out of at the agency’s long-time location on Queen Street. Seated at the new boardroom table are from left, executive director Amanda Clark, caseworker Emily Van Hooste, program and development co-ordinator Holly Larivee, board member Sarah Burk, caseworker Paige Glasier and board president Bill Bisschop.

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It’s about time.

We’re talking about the announced return of the Special Olympics School Championship Games, which will come back to Chatham-Kent next summer.

The last time they were held here was in 1997.

Chatham-Kent has long been a hotbed of support for Special Olympics. In the past, the fundraising efforts have been led by the likes of former Chatham-Kent police officers Mike Currie and Rob Herder. Both men have passed away in recent years.

But Jason Herder, Rob’s son, and a sergeant with the police service, has taken up the torch, rather literally. He’s a driving force behind such fundraising efforts as the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run here and the Polar Plunge.

Herder is also the games manager and co-chair for next year’s festivities.

Rob Herder and Currie were key volunteers when the games were last in town in 1997. Currie served as cochair, while the elder Herder worked as treasurer.

He also “voluntold” his young son to help out, as Jason Herder said.

But it got the younger Herder a taste of volunteering, and working with some incredible Special Olympians.

His efforts with the Polar Plunge are evident each year at the event, with the huge smile plastered on his face when he sees such great support from the C-K community, and his willingness to take the icy plunge himself, often more than once.

On June 10-12, 2024, Chatham-Kent will play host to more than 1,000 Ontario athletes between the ages of 14 and 21.

Hosting such a large-scale event –and C-K’s done it before – is challenging. With people such as Jason Herder leading the way, the event is in good hands.

Heck, they are already in the hunt for supportive sponsors.

“It’s safe to say Rob (Herder)’s legacy is living on and is shining bright in his son, Sgt. Jason Herder,” Cody Jansma, vice-president of operations for Special Olympics Ontario, said.

A fitting return for Chatham-Kent Volunteer effort varied and appreciated

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Editor: What a beautiful weekend (May 26-28) for a myriad of activities in Chatham-Kent.

My husband, Peter, and I were just thinking how blessed we have been with the May weather and all of the post-pandemic activities and events that are taking place. And none of these could happen without a large number of volunteers.

There were many volunteers at the Rims and Ribs, as well as at other events not only in Chatham but also in our surrounding communities.

We were just at a Cougars football game for 12 and under, and were amazed at how well those

young ones understood the plays and nuances of that game, thanks to the coaches and helpers. There were ticket takers, linesmen, referees, concession stand workers, announcers, and of course proud parents, grandparents and families.

Football isn’t the only sport with volunteers. We have been to hockey games, baseball games, softball games, floor hockey, and of course there are volunteers who help with gymnastics, boxing, figure skating, power skating, chess lessons, and way more sports that happen around the municipality. Thanks should also be

given to the city workers who clean the ice, mow the grass, line the fields, and generally keep things hopping in Chatham-Kent.

So a big sound-out to all those who encourage these young people to have fun, develop some talent, and appreciate all that we have here.

Thanks also to the volunteers in our safe havens, churches, community centres, food banks, soup lunches, and special volunteer organizations. Life here would not have the same quality without you.

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CKHA removes masking mandates

symptoms will still be required to wear a mask.

Chatham-Kent Health Alliance officials have removed its masking rules for its two hospitals.

Officials said the decision is based on the most recent guidelines from Public Health Ontario.

As a result, CKHA will no longer require patients, families and visitors to wear masks at its hospital sites and/or facilities.

In regard to staff, physicians, volunteers, students and contractors at CKHA, they too will no longer be required to wear a mask in all areas of CKHA’s hospitals sites and/ or facilities. This includes clinical and non-clinical areas.

It was the first St. Andrew’s Residence Strawberry Social for Ellie, who turned one June 17, and Roxie Moore, a new resident at the seniors centre. The two became fast friends sharing some strawberry shortcake with the help of Ellie’s mom Sydnee Kuhtoss. The event was hosted by St. Andrew’s Residence and the Ladies Auxiliary.

Masking in waiting rooms and lounges in high-risk areas such as oncology, dialysis and the emergency department will still be encouraged for visitors and patients, but it is no longer a requirement.

However, patients exhibiting a fever or respiratory

Staff and physicians working in clinical areas will use an assessment to determine what personal protective equipment (PPE) they need when interacting with patients. The assessment considers various factors such as the patient’s condition, environment and circumstances.

Medical grade masks will still be available.

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Home sales remain sluggish in May

The head of the local real estate association thinks the worst is behind us in terms of dipping home sales and prices.

Matt Bechard, president of the Chatham-Kent Association of Realtors (CKAR), said May sales, which were down by 12 units from last year (8.5 per cent). But moving forward, future comparisons will be against downturn months of a year ago.

“As we move past the beginning of the downturn from last year it is likely that year-over-year de-

clines will turn into yearover-year gains for sales,” he said in a media release.

A total of 130 properties changed hands in May of this year. The sales also are 5.7 per cent below the five-year average for the month of May.

On a year-to-date basis, home sales totalled 486 units over the first five months of the year. This was down by 25.2 per cent from the same period in 2022.

“Sales activity continues moving generally upward on a month-overmonth basis, buoyed by very healthy levels of new

listings coming onto the market,” Bechard said.

“On the supply side, unlike other local areas that are struggling with a lack of inventory, our market remains well-supplied for buyers who are looking for an ample selection of options from which to choose for their next home.”

The average price of homes sold in May 2023 was $435,114, a decrease of 8.6 per cent from May 2022.

The number of new listings saw a modest gain of 2.3 per cent (six listings) from May 2022. There were 264 new residential listings in May 2023. This

was the largest number of new listings added in the month of May in more than a decade.

C-K seeking artists to ‘Paint the Town’

The Chatham Voice Art is getting switched on in Chatham-Kent, thanks to a new venture called “Paint the Town.”

The pilot project, a joint effort between the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, Entegrus and Impact Graphics, is an opportunity for local artists to share their talents by submitting designs that can be used to wrap traffic signals and electrical boxes.

Mayor Darrin Canniff said the initiative is a great

way to promote public art.

“These boxes are often overlooked and can be an eyesore,” Canniff said, but with Paint the Town they become works of art that showcase the community’s creativity and identity.

“Public art plays a crucial role in building vibrant, welcoming communities,” Canniff said in a media release. “It has the power to inspire, educate and bring people together, creating a sense of identity and pride in our

community.

“I believe public art is not just a luxury, but a necessity in creating a thriving, dynamic community.”

The funds provided by Canniff for the project come from the Hydro One Community Benefit program, designated by the company for recreational and art projects.

A contest is also being launched. The first person to e-mail ckpartnership@ chatham-kent.ca with the location of all six power boxes – one per ward –

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will win a gift certificate from Pizazz Florals and Balloons. A call for designs by local artists will take place shortly.

Storey gets a national seat

A rookie Chatham-Kent councillor has become the first person to represent the municipality on the Federation of Canadian Municipalities as part of

the Ontario caucus. Chatham Coun. Allyson Storey will serve on the national board of directors following her election to the post at the FCM annual conference in Toronto recently.

The conference provides an opportunity for municipalities to discuss key issues on the national stage and to advocate for support and funding from the federal government.

“I am humbled and honoured to be elected to the board of directors of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities,” Storey said. “This is an incredible opportunity to represent our communi-

ty and collaborate with colleagues from across the country on finding solutions to shared challenges.”

The FCM board’s advocacy priority issues for 2023 include: a commit-

ment to building better transit; delivering housing options and thriving communities for residents; and sustainable funding to implement active transportation, infrastructure and programs.

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Victim Services geared to fight hate

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A new tool to report incidents of hate and discrimination online is now available for local residents.

Located on the Chatham-Kent Victim Services website, ckvictimservices.com, it provides a central location to allow high-level data to be shared with the public outside of law enforcement.

Incidents that may be reported include, but are not limited to, harassment, intimidation, threats, denial of services, witnessing or seeing vandalism aimed at the person reporting or the broader community due to race, ethnic origin, language, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disabilities, or other identity issues.

Jason Brown, volunteer and community engagement co-ordinator for

CK Victim Services, said the agency is proud to be launching the tool so that victims can receive support.

“Hate has no home in Chatham-Kent, but we know hate and discrimination are happening in our communities “ said Brown in a media release.

“Ensuring people have the support they need is essential to healing and recovery.”

Brown noted the data collected from the online tool will assist in building a “welcoming, inclusive and diverse community,” that can respond appropriately to hate and discrimination.

The municipality’s diversity, equity, inclusion and justice co-ordinator said the tool will help define trends to understand what is happening in Chatham-Kent and make it safer and more inclusive for everyone.

“We know that many

Immunizations hit high gear for Public Health

By Bruce Corcoran bruce@chathamvoice.com

It took a threatening letter to kick-start students and their parents into action earlier this year.

That according to CK Public Health.

Carina Caryn, program manager with CK Public Health, said standard student immunizations in the wake of the pandemic were seriously backlogged, but clearing that logjam did not happen in earnest until students were threatened with suspension for not having upto-date shots.

The COVID-19 pandemic led to the health unit staff not conducting regular inschool immunizations for various infectious diseases. Caryn said staff are still

people don’t report experiences motivated by hate or bias directed at them, just because of who they are,” said Rebecca Haskell-Thomas. “Reporting to the police is still an option, but this new reporting tool gives people

a different way to get support.”

Those who make a report are offered the option of submitting it anonymously or they can provide their contact information and indicate if they would like help

from the team. Volunteer crisis responders, trained in trauma-informed care and in diversity, equity and inclusion principles, can help.

Those looking to submit a report can do so at ckvictimservices.com/re-

port-hate, or by leaving a message at 519-436-6630. Calls will be responded to within three business days.

All information is confidential, unless the client gives consent for the information to be shared.

working to get up to date. In the summer of 2022, Public Health mailed out more than 7,000 letters to students notifying them they were overdue for their immunizations and offered suggestions on how they could get caught up. At the beginning of 2023, there were still 5,000 students who were not up to date. Another letter went out.

In early February, suspension notices went out, notifying about 4,000 students that if they weren’t up to date with their shots, they’d be suspended as of March 7.

Caryn said that sparked people into action.

“It was one of those things we had to pull the trigger on,” she said.

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Backyard chicken chat resumes June 29

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

The issue of backyard chickens in urban Chatham-Kent is coming home to roost.

According to results of a recent Let’s Talk CK survey on the issue, 68 per cent out of the nearly 5,000 respondents say they approve of allowing backyard laying hens in areas zoned residential.

That’s one of the findings in the survey, which was open for comment for a one-month period earlier this year.

Of the 4,988 people who responded, 2,051 were from Chatham; 887 were from South Kent; 552 were from Wallaceburg; 501 from West Kent; 544 were from East Kent and 453 were from North Kent.

The top three reasons for wanting to have backyard chickens include fresh eggs, home-grown poultry for the household, as well as the concept that raising chickens is a fun and educational opportunity.

When it comes to concerns, a significant slice of the respondents (2,009), said they have no issues with the idea. However, the top three concerns listed are smell, sanitary/health concerns, and the fact backyard chickens could attract predators.

To further examine the issue, the municipality is hosting a public meeting in Blenheim June 29, allowing for a last chance for residents to provide input on the matter. What transpires at the meeting will be included in a report to council July 10.

South Kent Coun. Anthony Ceccacci, said he’s looking forward to hearing from all sides before a decision is made, adding the response to the Let’s Talk CK survey is “the most engaged feedback we’ve ever

had.

“For me, it’s beneficial to let the final process take place,” Ceccacci said, noting that hearing all opinions is important as it’s not a “cut and dried decision.”

When it comes to backyard chickens in urban settings, Ceccacci said there is much to consider including the cost of enforcement, licensing and CK Public Health’s stand on related matters such as the avian flu. Council has had to make decisions on backyard chickens before. In 2013, a bylaw to allow them in urban areas was defeated and in 2015 council put chickens on the list of animals that were banned under the responsible animal ownership bylaw.

In 2020, a motion by former councillor Mark Authier to direct staff to explore the possibility of urban residents raising a maximum of four chickens in their backyards was defeated in a tie vote.

The issue has triggered strong responses from both sides. A petition advocating for backyard chickens, spearheaded by Chatham-Kent resident Jane LaBute, has garnered more than 2,000 signatures as of press time.

Agriculture groups, such as the Kent Federation of Agriculture and the Egg Farmers of Ontario, have also chimed in stating urban backyard chickens raise the threat of disease.

According to a report from Chatham-Kent’s licensing department, no deputations will be allowed when council discusses the issue at the July 10 meeting. Participants who want to speak must do so June 29.

The meeting on backyard chickens will be held June 29, at St. Mary’s Hall at 94 George St. beginning at 6 p.m.

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Maroons ink deal with Saginaw

their franchise,” he said in a media release.

A great day for golf

The Chatham Maroons are now officially affiliated with the OHL’s Saginaw Spirit.

The two teams completed the formal affiliation process June 12, according to Spirit general manager Dave Drinkill.

“The Maroons are a firstclass organization with great ownership and remarkable people within

This past season, the Spirit had two Maroons, David Brown and Brett Fullerton in uniform for a handful of games.

“We’re incredibly proud to partner with a firstclass organization in the Saginaw Spirit,” said Maroon head coach and GM Richard Santos. “This affiliation offers our organization insight on what

it will take to develop our players for the next level, as well as further their careers as a whole.”

The Maroons have won 10 conference titles since 1990, in addition to a 1999 Sutherland Cup Championship.

“We had certain criteria that needed to be met in our search for an affiliate, and Chatham exceeded our expectations,” said Drinkill.

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From left, Gord Peters, Bev Badder, Matt Hind and Bob Hamilton celebrate their win at the Make Children Better Now golf tournament. Hind’s hot hand also earned him $5,000 worth of furniture from Leon’s Furniture for a hole in one. Thirty-four teams took part.

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Council delays housing plan

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

Chatham-Kent has opted to defer a proposed multi-unit build by the Hensar Corporation in Chatham until a public information meeting can be held.

Council approved the move at its regular planning meeting following a motion put forward by Chatham Coun. Michael Bondy.

The veteran councillor said he has heard concerns from residents in the neighbourhood, including those on Oakgrove Lane, who live directly behind the proposed development, which is earmarked for McNaughton Avenue West.

Bondy said the deferral is “self-explanatory” as there are many questions that still need to be answered.

“I think it’s appropriate for transparency that their concerns be addressed,” Bondy told.

As it stands, the new development would see up

to 14 units constructed on the long narrow strip of land located between Sandy Street and St. Clair Street.

Currently, there is a single detached dwelling on the property. The new build would be located right beside the public housing development at 99 McNaughton Ave. W. The zoning change request from Hensar would see the 17,400 sq.foot property re-zoned from residential medium density to allow for the multi-unit development. The planning meeting also saw council grant a zoning change amendment to pave the way for the construction of new Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Chatham. The new store will be located at the corner of Junction Avenue and Sass Road, one of the first buildings to go up in the new business park. ReStore, which has been housed on Riverview Drive for the past decade, must find a new home as the lease for the current site is expiring.

Marriages allowed at Civic Centre

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Chatham-Kent’s municipal clerk can now perform marriage ceremonies.

Council recently approved the notion that municipal clerk Judy Smith, or a designate, be authorized to perform civic marriage ceremonies.

And on June 7, Smith performed her first ceremony.

For $250, residents can be married in the Civic Centre atrium, council

chambers or back patio at 315 King St. W. The ceremonies can take place between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. and will last about 30 minutes.

After-hour ceremonies, not at the Civic Centre, may be discussed with the clerk as well.

A civil marriage does not have any type of religious ceremony in keeping with the spirit of the Ontario Marriage Act, which requires civil marriages to be

non-denominational.

There will be three types of ceremonies a couple can choose from, including a same-gender marriage ceremony.

“As municipal clerk, I am honoured to have the authority to officiate non-religious, legal civil marriage ceremonies within Chatham-Kent. It is a privilege to be able to share in the couple’s special day,” Smith, director of municipal governance

and the clerk, said in a media release.

Ceremonies will be booked according to the clerk’s (and designate’s) schedule, and pre-booking is required.

There will be a maximum of 12 people who can attend a civil marriage, including the couple and their witnesses.

For more information on civil marriage ceremonies, see the Chatham-Kent website.

Contributed image Municipal clerk Judy Smith performs a marriage ceremony on the back patio of the Civic Centre June 7. It’s another service Smith can perform for residents.

Use patience on local roads

What is up with Chatham-Kent drivers? I mean, at the best of times, it’s crazy on our roads, but recently things seem to have gotten worse.

Public Health opens new dental clinic

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

Low-income seniors in Chatham-Kent needing dental care have a new reason to smile.

That’s thanks to a new CK Public Health dental clinic that officially opened earlier this month.

Located at 519 King St. W. on the Robertson Avenue side of Riverview Gardens, the clinic will assist clients who qualify for the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program or the Healthy Smiles Ontario initiative.

The clinic does not take

payment for service, with the exception of clients having to pay a minimal fee to make new dentures.

CK Public Health program manager Carina Caryn, said the expansion of the provincially funded dental care programs created the need for bigger digs.

Caryn said CKPH was grateful to serve the needs of residents at its former King Street East location for many years, but the need is growing, adding that with more people accessing the new funding “it was necessary for us to move to a larger location to better meet the needs of our clients.”

The clinic, which is staffed with two program assistants, three certified dental assistants, two registered dental hygienists and a dentist, offers a variety of services. Though each client is different, under Healthy Smiles Ontario, services covered can include exams, routine checkups and preventative services.

The Ontario Seniors Dental Care program covers such things as examinations; assessments; X-rays; preventative work, such as cleanings; restorative services to repair broken teeth and cavities; and oral surgery services to remove teeth.

I’ve long complained in this paper about the “Chatham Left” – where drivers turn left onto a four-lane road and immediately go into the right lane, which is illegal and can cause an accident.

And then there’s the speed limit. It seems no one drives it. They are either below it or well above it. Each situation can lead to accidents. Drive too slow and someone from the fast brigade is prone to speed past you in some manner, not necessarily legally.

Case in point is one situation I saw recently on St. Clair Street in Chatham. A white pickup truck in the left-hand lane heading north opted to use the centre turn lane as a passing lane.

The driver seemed rather impatient with a line of cars in front of them, so he or she pulled out, hammered on the gas and roared past everybody.

Umm, it’s a turn lane, pal.

And, a reason for the five or six cars travelling at maybe the speed limit in front of them was that the lead vehicle was seeking to turn left onto Paxton Drive. Good thing that driver was observant, or else they’d have pulled in front of the speeding truck coming up beside them. Because who expects to be passed in the turn lane?

Accident avoided.

We’ve got heavy farm equipment on our roads in rural areas at this time of the year as well. Please, be patient. There is no need to put lives at risk.

The simplest thing to do is to give yourself plenty of time to get to wherever you are going. If you’re late, don’t blame others, including the drivers in front of you.

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Municipal staff celebrate the opening of a new CK Public Health dental care clinic recently.

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Saturdays at 7 season wraps up June 24

For a decade, Saturdays at 7 concerts at St. Andrew’s United Church have entertained local residents.

The final concert of the 10th anniversary season takes place June 24, at 7 p.m., with the theme 10 Years and Counting.

The program will celebrate the accomplishments of those past years by looking back at shows from the last decade. It will feature the full force of St. Andrew’s music

program, along with several guest performers from concerts past.

It will bring back familiar musical presentations from Gershwin to opera to Italian music.

The 60-voice St. Andrew’s Concert Choir and 30-member Chatham-Kent Chamber Orchestra will perform.

The concept was the dream of the then newly hired director of music at St. Andrew’s, Devon Hansen. He provided leadership for the concept, resulting in the pre-

sentation of 63 concerts since that first concert in 2013.

Most concerts featured local musicians, but some music groups from across the province have taken to the stage for some amazing performances. Hansen has played the piano and pipe organ keyboards in solo performances as well as an accompanist in many of the concerts. There was a hiatus during the COVID years, but with a couple virtual concerts and some hybrid concerts of live perfor-

mances made available online, the series. Plans for the 2023-24 season will be announced at the June 24 performance. Donations (suggested $15 per person) will be accepted at the door and will go towards the music program at St. Andrew’s.

Ag hall names class of ’23

The Kent County Agricultural Hall of Fame has named its inductees for 2023.

Two of the five – Ron Anderson and Doug Arbour – are being honoured posthumously for the vital role they played in supporting agricultural in Chatham-Kent.

Anderson, formerly of Dover Township, is being cited for his passion for farming. According to a KCHOF media release, Anderson was both a visionary and an agricultural specialist. He oversaw the local agricultural sector and helped many in agri-business with growth and expansion opportunities.

Arbour is also being honoured for his role in making Chatham-Kent a safer place. Along with his ambulance services, the Chatham resident spearheaded education and safety courses for the rural population.

Diane and Robert Devolder of the former Dover Township have been given the nod for being leaders in

adopting the latest technology, helping advance agriculture in efficiency, improve economic returns and lessen the environmental impact from farms.

Palmyra area resident Kathleen “Kay” Quinton is being recognized for her many roles supporting the farming community in the

former Orford Township. She has been active in farming, leading 4H and teaching adults, as well as promoting a healthier environment.

The official Hall of Fame ceremony will be held Nov. 21 at the Hidden Hills Golf and Country Club at Oungah.

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Contributed image St. Andrew’s musical director Devon Hansen, the man behind the Saturdays at 7 concept, has tickled the ivories for many a performance at the church over the past decade.

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Notice of a Preferred Route and Invitation to Community Open Houses

St. Clair Transmission Line

Hydro One has reached a milestone in the St. Clair Transmission Line project and we would like to invite you to join our community open houses to learn more, hear about next steps, speak with project team members and provide your feedback.

Since February 2022, Hydro One has been conducting a Class Environmental Assessment (EA) under Ontario’s Environmental Assessment Act to build a new double-circuit 230-kilovolt transmission line between Lambton Transformer Station in the County of Lambton and the Chatham Switching Station in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Through the Class EA process, five route alternatives were evaluated by collecting environmental and technical information, as well as input from Indigenous communities, community members, elected officials, interest groups and businesses.

Based on information gathered and feedback received, Route Alternative 2 has been selected as the preferred route for the new transmission line, as shown on the reverse map. This Project will also include the expansion of Lambton and Wallaceburg Transformer Station, and Chatham Switching Station, as well as an upgrade of the Wallaceburg TS from 115 kV to 230 kV.

This project is part of a network of electricity infrastructure projects that will support the regions’ economic growth. Once built, the St. Clair Transmission Line will support local food supply and security, economic development and job creation.

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Monday, June 26, 2023

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Stop, Drop, This is How We Roll program at RDHS

By Michael Bennett Local Journalism Initiative

The Ridgetown Independent

There were no graduation gowns or diplomas, just some flashing red lights and a few blasts from a fire truck siren to mark the final day for a unique class at Ridgetown District High School on a recent Thursday morning.

Students in RDHS’s Grade 10 Civics & Careers class participated in a pilot program with Chatham-Kent Fire & Rescue aimed at introducing firefighting and first responders as a possible career choice – including opportunities to serve as a volunteer firefighter in Ridgetown.

The CKFR’s Stop, Drop ... This Is How We Roll program brought full-time and volunteer firefighters, police and paramedics to RDHS every Thursday from the first of March until early June.

“It’s a career exploration program we thought would be of a lot of benefits for the high school in promoting safety but also tied into careers,”

said Whitney Burk, public education officer for the CKFR.

The program, conducted by Burk, said Ashley Naclerio, executive assistant to chief Chris Case, brought personnel from all facets of the fire department into the school, including full-time and volunteer firefighters, training and education officers and inspectors to provide hands-on demonstrations of their roles.

Along with the hands-on approach, Burk said the program is also intended to spark interest in the students considering a future career as a first responder, even on a volunteer basis.

Burk said volunteer firefighters all have full-time jobs, including many who are first responders as police officers or EMS paramedics.

“We have over 350 volunteer firefighters in our community, and what makes you become a volunteer is normally because of somebody you know or someone in your family is a volunteer,” Burk said.

“Normally, we don’t get a lot of people who become

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“Burk said the CKFR is trying to diversify the fire department by involving more females and cultures in both the career and volunteer forces.

She said there are currently two full-time females and about 10 volunteer firefighters in the CKFR.

One female student in the RDHS class said she was interested in becoming a first responder as a result of this program.

“From this experience, I can say I would consider becoming a volunteer firefighter,” said Kaylynn Ferron, a Civics & Careers class student. “I’ve grown up around a lot of family and people (who are volunteers). I’m used to what they have to go through.”

Spring Cleaning?

Document Shredding Event

Saturday, June 24th 10am-3pm Maple City Storage, 7690 Queens Line, Chatham

The Chatham Lions Club is partnering with CK Boomers Downsizing and Decluttering and Maple City Storage to host a document shredding event. Bring your documents to be shredded for curbside pickup. Banker size boxes - $10 donation. Regular grocery bag - $5 donation. Large bags - $7 donation.

100% of the profit is put right back into the community!

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Ridgetown District High School student Kaylynn Ferren sits in the driver’s seat of a fire truck as Chatham-Kent Fire & Rescue participated in a pilot program aimed at introducing firefighting and first responders as a possible career choice for high school students.

Community Events

Thursday, June 22, 2023:

• Community Creative Expression Antibullying Murals with Shannon Rose Artist & Photography at TJ Stables. 1pm-4pm.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am-9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am-1:30pm. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

• The Chatham-Kent Quilters’ Guild meets at St. Paul’s Congregational Church, 450 Park Ave E, Chatham. Everyone is welcome to join us. Non-members can visit once free of charge, subsequent visits will be $10 per meeting. Enjoy our presentations, guest speakers and all of the other fun at our meeting. Membership fee is $50/year and this entitles you to our newsletter and all of our regular meetings free of charge. Contact us through our Facebook page or website at www.ckquiltguild.com for info.

• Jamboree at the Merlin Legion, 2 Stanley Street. 1:00-4:30. Entry $2 donation. Bring your instruments, singing voices, or simply come and clap & dance along to the music. Kitchen opens at 4pm. Panzerotti special. Call 519-6894884.

Friday, June 23, 2023:

• Adult Colouring at the CKPL Chatham Branch Community Living Café. 2:00pm-4:00pm. Come and connect with people of all ages while colouring away the stress of the day. No registration required.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am-9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am-1:30pm. Supper served 4:00-6:00. No orders after 5:30pm. Specials are roast beef or fish & chips. Take out is also available by calling 519-3518733 or 519-351-5639. Fun Darts at 7:00 p.m. Everyone Welcome.

• Merlin Legion 2 Stanley Street, Merlin 519-689-4884. Opens at 4pm. BBQ homemade burger with potato & macaroni salad $11.50.

• A GHOST WALK will leave from the side parking lot of Riverview Gardens, King St West at 7:30, 8:00 and 8:30pm to explore the area of King St West, Lacroix St, Inshes Ave and Robertson Ave. For tickets, go to www.Eventbrite.ca. Adults $15 and children (12 and under) $10 plus Eventbrite fees. For more details go to our Facebook page: Ghost Walks of Chatham-Kent. We go rain or moonshine.

• Friday night supper at the Chatham Moose Lodge, 850 Richmond St. is a meatloaf dinner with potatoes, vegetables, salad and a bun. Dine in $12, pick up $13. Everyone welcome. Please call 519-3528291 or order.

Saturday, June 24, 2023:

• Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am-9:30pm. Meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 3:00pm-5:30pm. Entertainment by the Good Company from 4:30-9:30. Everyone Welcome.

• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-10:30am. Take out only.

• Merlin Legion 2 Stanley Street, Merlin 519-689-4884 - Opens @ 3 pm – BBQ Swiss Mushroom Burgers $10.18 + tax = $11.50 Kitchen Menu available.

• Saturdays at 7 at St. Andrew’s United Church, 85 William Street S., Chatham presents 10 Years And Counting! This concert features St. Andrew’s music program and guests from concerts past in celebration of 10 years of Saturdays at 7. Donations (suggested $15) at the doors which open at 6:30 pm. All are welcome! For further information call 519-352-0010 or www.standrewschathamam.org/ music.

• Chatham Sports Hall of Fame Drive, Chip and Putt Skills Challenge. Open to boys and girls age 7-15. 9am-1pm at Maple City Golf and Country Club, 10845 River Line, Chatham. Online registration only at maplecitycc.com or chathamsportshalloffame.com. Registration closes June 17th, 2023. No fee to particiapte. Free T-shirt, Free lunch. Parents invited.

Sunday, June 25, 2023:

• Creekside Church - 10:00 a.m Sunday’s at the Active Lifestyle Centre, Merritt Ave. Haven’t been to church in a while? Come find community with us. creeksidechurch.ca.

• One A-Chord will perform at the Dresden Christian Concerts on the property of Total Grain Systems (1233 North St. in Dresden). Rain location is Dresden Christian Reformed Church. Starts at 6:30pm. Listen from your vehicle or bring your lawn chairs. The concert is free but an offering will be taken.

• Please join us for fellowship and music on our Super Family Sundae from 2 – 4 pm, with a light supper to follow at Dawn Valley United Church, corner of Lambton Line & 507 Dawn Valley Rd. Learn to play the Uke with Terry Cline. Canada Day theme Bike Rodeo - so decorate your bikes & yourself. Their will be prizes for Best Girl & Best Boy Bike decorated; Best Dressed Man & Women in Red & White & Best Dressed Family in Red & White. Games, hotdogs & ice cream sundaes. Bring your own lawn chair. Free Will offering will be taken. Everyone is welcome.

Tuesday, June 27, 2023:

• Chess Club at Chatham Branch of CKPL. 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Drop in program. Great opportunity to learn new strategies by playing with different players. All ages and all skill levels are welcome.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am-9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am-1:30pm. Today’s special is spaghetti with meat sauce. Euchre at 1:00 or Shuffleboard starting at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

Wednesday, June 28, 2023:

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am-9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch from 11:00am1:30 pm. Daily special is meat loaf dinner. We have Fun Darts at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

• Bus Trip from Wallaceburg to Windsor. A four hour live action bus tour where costumed characters tell the story of prohibition in Windsor and Detroit during the roaring twenties. Enjoy you hot buffet lunch at a re-enacted speakeasy while you are entertained with live music, singing and comedy routines. Call the Wallaceburg museum for more details 519-627-8962.

• Retired Women Teachers of Ontario RWTO, Chatham-Kent Branch will meet at 9:30am. (meal- $35) at Hidden Hills Golf Course, St. Clair Road, Chatham. Bring a friend and join us for coffee, book sale, brief business and socializing with retired colleagues. Our morning ends with our meal at 11:45. Call Lynn 519-676-5900 by June 26.

Thursday, June 29, 2023:

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am-9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am-1:30pm. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

• Jamboree at Merlin Legion 2 Stanley Street. 1:00-4:30 Entry$2 donation. Bring your instruments, singing voices simply come and clap & dance along to the music that’s created. Kitchen opens @ 4pm. Panzerotti Special. Call to hear special 519-689-4884.

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The Wallaceburg and District Museum is pleased to present our 12th Annual Juried Art Exhibition. Entries must be submitted by June 30. Exhibition on display in the art room from July 4 to July 30, 2023.

Submit your coming events to bruce@chathamvoice.com or michelle@chathamvoice.com

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57. Break away from

58. Ethereal

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5. Two of something

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11. Acclaimed

13. Undermine

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rookie sensation

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48. In response to

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54. Conditions of incapacity

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Anniversary

Happy 72nd Anniversary Marg and Jerry Smith

Anniversary

Garage Sale

LARGE YARD

SALE 234 BRISTOL DRIVE

Friday, June 23 & Saturday, June 24. 8:00am4:00pm. Lots of good clean stuff! Rain or shine! Puzzles, hobby collector - diecast trucks, cars, etc. + household items, dvd’s, books, wide variety of items.

Wanted Wanted

Wanted: scrap air conditioners and electric motors. Phone 226-229-2614.

BUYING: coin collections and silver coins. Any questions call Paul 289-2282817.

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Wanted For Sale

Wanted to Buy: Antiques, costume jewellery, gold, silver, coins, military, furniture, tools.

We Buy AllPaid Cash. 519727-8894.

Silk Cemetery

Saddle Arrangements. Everyday/ Holidays. Ready-to-go. Many colours available. $40. 519-354-3411

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Love from your very proud and grateful family!

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Help Wanted

Part Time

Cleaning Staf Wanted Must be able to work different hours as needed. Involves weekend cleaning. The candidate must also be able to cover shifts for the other cleaner. Experience would be an asset. Call 226229-0098 for an interview.

For Rent

Bungalow for Rent. 111 Van Allen. 2 small bedrooms, 3pc bath, laundry, kitchen stove, fridge, kitchen island with 4 bar stools, driveway for cars. Contact 647.639.4528.

Ministry

Healing Love Ministry is an all night prayer line with counsellors available from 12:00am7:00am. Also, a male support group for those struggling with sexual addiction. A home based ministry, private and confidential. 519-354-3532.

Looking For

Shared Accommodation

Seeking compatible senior, 70-years-plus to share a luxury 2-bedroom apartment in Chatham. Congenial person, non-smoker, social drinker, with a good sense of humour. For more information please call 519397-4784.

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