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Celebrating our 36th 36 Anniversary years

Seaway News serving Cornwall and area since 1985 Rick Shaver

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Walking for a cure for Multiple Myeloma P21 Struggling to wear a MASK and HEARING AIDS?

Violet and Ernest Seguin, six and eight-years-old respectively with Smile Cookies. Violet and Ernest are active participants in the programs of the Boys and Girls Club of Cornwall SD&G. For story please see page 21. (Nick Seebruch/ Seaway News).

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So here we are . . . place to start your day as we have community events posted as well as our updated obituary section, our business card section and real estate. You also can check throughout the day for updates. Our Facebook page will also link you to the main site at any time.

COVID has hurt us like it has many other businesses in the community. We had to make some changes that would allow us to keep going. Our new strategic plan shows that getting through this was tougher, to get back to normal will just as tough but we will prevail, and we will continue to bring you community news weekly. My team is committed and that is why they are so good.

36 years behind us. Now we move into year 37. Newsprint and web. We will use both to get the news and advertising messages to you.

Our combination will continue to be a leader.

Rick Shaver Publisher Seaway News…committed to our community since 1985. While viewing updated news on their iPads and iPhones, Seaway News editor Nicholas Seebruch and Publisher Rick Shaver (seated) take a few minutes to review how the paper has come a long way in 36 years, by showing off the first MAC computer that was purchased by Seaway News in the ‘80s.

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Various programs are available to provide respite services for anywhere from a few hours to a few weeks. These services can be provided at a seniors’ residence, an adult day care facility or the care receiver’s home. For more information about respite care programs in your area, contact local home nursing agencies, retirement homes and adult day care facilities.

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So here we are, celebrating our 36th anniversary. It has been a long time since we started the Seaway Shopping News in our little location at Pitt and Sixth. The years have passed, and our little paper now is delivered to most of SD and G, over 36,500 copies weekly combined. Last week we did some fine tuning and have Finch, Moose Creek, Avonmore plus a few other regions back to one hundred percent. Our city continues to develop as more homes are reaching completion so we can continue to deliver to them.

Imagine, 36,500 papers printed then delivered directly to homes and to our selected stands, located beside Canada Post boxes.

Home delivery still allows for auditing and assuring delivery. It’s a challenge during a snowstorm, rainstorms, or heat spell but we get it done. Yes, some weeks we miss but we correct once we are notified. Sometimes it takes a few weeks but overall, it’s completed.

Seaway News now also has a web site to go with the printed paper. www.cornwallseawaynews.com is updated daily. It’s a great

Chamber asks health unit to not mandate vaccine policies for businesses NICK SEEBRUCH

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CORNWALL, Ontario – The Cornwall and Area Chamber of Commerce has been communicating with local businesses about what to expect when the provincial vaccine passport system goes into effect on Sept. 22.

They have also been speaking with the Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU) about vaccine mandate policies.

The Chamber has advocated against mandatory vaccination policies to Dr. Paul Roumelitois, Medical Officer of Health with the EOHU on behalf of its members.

“For the record, we strongly recommended that he not mandate vaccine policies be adopted by businesses,” said Chamber Executive Director Greg Pietersma in an email to members about his conversations with Dr. Roumelitois.

“The additional operational overhead and

potential cost as well as the impact on staffing were not what businesses needed to be burdened with at this moment. We are also concerned about how a vaccine policy would be managed to DR. ROUMELIOTIS ensure compliance with Protection of Personal Information policies,” he added.

In a further email, Pietersma advised any business that is considering implementing a vaccine mandate to consult a lawyer first.

For the issue of vaccine passports, Pietersma told members that there was very little details or advice that he could provide at this time.

On Sept. 1, the province of Ontario announced its intention to introduce a vac-

cine passport system for some settings.

On Sept. 22, the receipt that a vaccinated person received after being vaccinated will count as proof of vaccination. For those who did not keep their receipt, a new one can be downloaded on the provincial vaccination website or obtained by calling 1-833-943-3900.

By Oct. 22, the province hopes to have completed an enhanced vaccine certificate, as well as a digital app that will allow businesses to scan a QR Code on a person’s phone to verify vaccination.

The passport will be required for those attending the following establishments or events: -Restaurants and bars (excluding outdoor patios, as well as delivery and takeout); -Nightclubs (including outdoor areas of the establishment); -Meeting and event spaces, such as

banquet halls and conference/convention centres; -Facilities used for sports and fitness activities and personal fitness training, such as gyms, fitness and recreational facilities with the exception of youth recreational sport; -Sporting events; Casinos, bingo halls and gaming establishments; -Concerts, music festivals, theatres and cinemas; -Strip clubs, bathhouses and sex clubs; -Racing venues (e.g., horse racing).

It should be noted that Dr. Roumeliotis has stated that while guests, customers, or attendees to the above listed settings will be required to show proof of vaccination, employees of those same settings will not be required to be vaccinated.

Township of South Stormont to recognize National Day of Truth and Reconciliation NICK SEEBRUCH

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SOUTH STORMONT, Ontario – The Township of South Stormont has announced that it will recognize Canada’s newest federal statutory holiday, on Sept. 30, which was created on June 3 by the passage of Bill C-5 in Parliament.

“The discovery of unmarked graves at former Residential Schools only highlights the need for us, as Canadians, to acknowledge

these atrocities and reflect on the need to commemorate the legacy of our First Nation communities,” says Mayor Bryan McGillis.

“We are encouraging staff to take this opportunity to learn about and reflect on this regrettable time in our Nation’s history.”

Township offices will be closed on Thursday, Sept. 30 but waste and recycling will continue as scheduled.

As Sept. 30 is the due date for municipal tax payments in South Stormont, residents will be allowed to submit their payments on

Oct. 1 without penalty.

Additionally, throughout the month of September, a flag bearing the phrase “Every Child Matters” will be flown over the Township Office.

“The community is encouraged to participate in the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by attending local events where possible, participating in virtual events such as Truth and Reconciliation Week (www. nctr.ca/education/trw), or simply taking time to reflect and become more educated about

the historical treatment of our First Nation population,” reads a statement from the Township.

The Township of South Stormont is the first municipality in Cornwall and SD&G to announce that they will recognize the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation as a statutory holiday.

Earlier in September, Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced that the province will not recognize National Day of Truth and Reconciliation as a statutory holiday.

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Anber: Conservative party of Canada has ‘lost its way’ MARC BENOIT, SPECIAL TO SEAWAY NEWS CORNWALL, Ontario - The local electoral association for the People’s Party of Canada (PPC) has officially opened their local campaign office. On Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021 candidate David Amber and his team were joined by between fifty and a hundred supporters at their office at 385 Eleventh St., in Cornwall to mark the official opening of their campaign office with only nine days to go until election day, and advance polls now open across the country.

“We had a very energetic crowd today,” said Anber, a criminal defense lawyer from Ottawa. Anber spoke to an engaged crowd about the role of government in society, and how the Conservative Party of Canada has ‘lost its way’.

The PPC is the only party promising smaller government and a renewed focus on civil liberties, said Anber.

Anber, who lives and works in Ottawa, has been involved with politics off and on his

entire life. Anber was first involved with the Canadian Alliance Party and involved with the merger of the Canadian Alliance and Progressive Conservatives which helped launch former Prime Minister Stephen Harper to power.

With the last week of the federal election campaign now underway, the PPC is enjoying some of its highest levels of popular support since the party’s inception only four years ago. Now polling ahead of the Green Party in most national polls, a fact that has motivated Anber’s team in the final push of the campaign.

“We’ve got a great team,” said Anber when asked about the sudden rise of PPC signs in Cornwall. “We have got a lot up in the last couple of days and many more to come.”

Monday, Sept. 13 is the last day for Advanced Polls for the federal election, open until 9 p.m. Voters across the country will head to the polls on Sept. 20, 2021 to elect their members of Parliament.

Stormont, Dundas, South Glengarry PPC candidate David Anber. Photo credit: Cyrus Media.

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CORNWALL, Ontario – The United Way of SD&G held their annual fundraiser breakfast on Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021 in front of the bandshell in Lamoureux Park.

The event had United Way member organizations on-site to speak with the public about the important work that they do. There was hot food, hot coffee, and some laughs provided by the Questionable Comedians comedy troupe, which included performances from Simon McLinden, Jamie Carr, and Michael Baird.

The event was hosted by Senator Bernadette Clement, who opened the event with an acknowledgement that it was taking place on the traditional land of the Mohawks of Akwesasne.

United Way of SD&G Executive Director Juliette Labossiere reminded the audience that the services and organizations supported by the United Way were seeing an

unprecedented demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“We’ve all been affected by the past year, but statistics show that marginalized communities have been affected the most,” she said. “more people have come forward to reach out to us for help just over the past month.”

Labossiere explained that two families had recently faced homelessness just as their kids were getting ready to get back to school, and that housing in the region remained a pressing issue. Labossiere stated that in 2019 and 2020 the rate of vacant rental properties in the municipality of South Dundas was zero.

“The United Way is ensuring that we all recover from this pandemic, but we are focusing on marginalized communities first,” she said. “Our organizations depend on us to find the money so they can focus on the work that needs to be done,” she added later.

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United Way of SD&G Executive Director Juliette Labossiere speaks to the crowd at the United Way Breakfast on Thursday, September 9, 2021 with Board President Craig Fuller in the background (Nick Seebruch/ Seaway News). the beginning of an intense fundraising season for the organization, and this year is no different, with Labossiere announcing the return of their much anticipated Wine and Cheese event on Nov. 20. Last year’s Wine and Cheese event was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Each year, the United Way picks a member of the community to chair their fundraising

efforts and this year’s Campaign Chair is Nick Seguin. Seguin, who lost a brother to suicide highlighted the importance of funding mental health resources.

“It is my humble opinion that the pandemic will create a mental health tidal wave in our community,” he said. “The wealth gap is widening and so must our generosity,” he concluded.

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CORNWALL NEWCOMERS CLUB welcomes women who have moved in the last 4 years to Cornwall and the surrounding areas within the SD&G Counties. Info: Louise 613-932-7557 to learn more about the club and its activities.

IS SOMEONE’S DRINKING BOTHERING YOU? You are not alone. There is help and hope. Call 613-937-4880 or visit www. al-anon.org CORNWALL COMFORT QUILTS are handmade for and given to Cancer patients. If you or someone you know is in need of a quilt, please contact: Nicole 613 935-5593, Janice 613 936-1951 or Laura 613 936-2179. Curb side pick up with the use of a mask is in place. Email: Mcintyren58@hotmail.com.

LADIES AUXILIARY LEGION BRANCH 297 – general meetings will be held at 7 pm every first Wednesday of the month.

President Ann Primeau.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 297 service officer will be available by appointment only.

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ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 297 Monday 5 pm - 9 pm Tuesday 12-9 pm, Wednesday 12-6 Thursday 12-9, Friday 12-7 and Saturday from 12-6 Closed Sundays. Limited seating, first come first serve. Friday night dinner 4:30-6:30 Fish and chips $12.00 or Poutine $8.00. Call ahead to order 613-933-2362 Or go online https://www.legion-cornwall.com/ online-store SEAWAY VALLEY COMMUNITY HEALTH offers Healthy You!: An eight-week group program focused on helping you make healthy lifestyle changes and improve your relationship with food and your body.

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THE SEAWAY SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB, 506 Pitt Street activities: On-site Exercise (Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs); Zoom Exercise (Tues, Thurs), Bid Euchre (Mon, Fri); Art Group (Tues); Knit Wits (Wed), Swedish Weaving (Fri) and Darts (Fri). Preregistration is required at (613) 932-4969 between 9 and 11:30 am. Additional activities to be added soon.

WEDNESDAY LUNCHES: by the members of the Knights of Columbus “Seniors & Friends”, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs) will be held on Wednesdays from 11:30am-1pm. Everyone welcome.

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Pastoral Staff Rev. Father Tom Riopelle, Rev. Mr. Guy Cote, Deacon Office Hours: Monday to Thursday 9am to 3pm We welcome FATHER TOM RIOPELLE phone: 613-932-9616 to our parish family email: stcolumban@cogeco.ca

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SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER: will be held on the last Friday of the month September 24th at Knights of Columbus, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs) from 11:30am-1 pm and 4-6:30 pm. Everyone welcome. ÊTES-VOUS À LA RECHERCHE D’ARTICLES ou de livres religieux? Le « Centre d’information catholique » est à votre service du lundi au vendredi de 10h à 16h au 146B ave Chevrier, local 124 (ancienne école Nativité).

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IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR BOOKS AND ITEMS of a religious nature, the “Catholic Information Centre” is at your service from Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 146B, Chevrier Ave, room 124 (former Nativity School). (613) 933-5099 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs). Wings & Things every Thursday night from 4:30 – 8 pm. Take-out available. Everyone welcome.

SKI WALKING AT SUMMERSTOWN TRAILS – September 19: FallSki Walking program starting Sun. Sept. 19 at 10 am.

Physical distancing measures to be applied. Summerstown Road, 1.6 km north of exit 804 of the 401. Info: www. summerstowntrails.com.

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SALEM UNITED CHURCH Heritage and Cemetery Memorial Service on Sept 19 at 10:30 am. Both services will take place in the church according to CoVid protocols. All are welcome. This is an opportunity to celebrate Salem United Church history and honour the memory of all those who are buried in the Cemetery. This will be a joint service with the St. Andrew’s and Knox United Church congregation.

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Seaway News Celebrating 36 Years as a Community Partner

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The importance of community news NICK SEEBRUCH

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On Sept. 15, 1985 Seaway News’ first ever edition rolled off the presses.

Every year on the anniversary of the founding of this paper, I like to take the time to talk about the importance of local news and the impact local papers have on their communities. I think it is important to reflect on these issues and ask what our role is and that by doing this, and writing about it, we can better serve both our readers and our advertisers.

As Editor of Seaway News, I try every day to make sure that we cover as much as we can and that our coverage not only reflects the community that we are a part of, but that it also keeps them informed.

This past year and a half has been one of the most dynamic and revolutionary times to be a journalist and local newspapers have become more important than ever.

The COVID-19 pandemic may be a global event, but it is the local impacts that matter to everyday people and it is only local news that can cover those local impacts.

Whether it be outbreaks at schools,

how many people are in the hospital, or local vaccination rates it is community newspapers that gets this news out into the community.

This pandemic has affected society in a variety of ways and it is unique to each region and community and we at Seaway News have tried to follow and chronicle all of these related stories.

The pandemic has exacerbated issues that were just bubbling under the surface, like mental health, drug addiction and homelessness.

We have also seen the local housing market boom thanks to a rise in remote work.

On top of all of this, there continues to be the local stories that we continue seek to share. Whether they be the appointment of Cornwall’s Mayor to the Senate, or a young girl in Apple Hill selling pumpkins to help pay for her schooling and donating some money to CHEO. I strongly believe that local issues, and local news is what is most important in the day-to-day lives of most people. What Justin Trudeau says on the campaign trail today will have little to no impact on the lives of most residents of Cornwall, SD&G, and Akwesasne, but issues like

developing the waterfront, garbage collection, and happenings with local sports teams, these things do matter.

Seaway News goes to over 36,000 homes and we are online every day.

We are consistently the leader on social media reaching more viewers than any other local outlet. This not only helps get our news stories in front of people who need to see them, but it gives unparalleled value to our advertisers as well.

Local papers are a key part of the local economy and we can provide an advertising service to local businesses that just can’t be found anywhere else.

If you’re still not convinced of the value of local news, then consider this study conducted by the University of Notre Dame in the United States that found that towns that lost their community newspapers saw their municipal taxes rise. If no one is there to ask the questions and share those answers with a wide audience, then politicians don’t feel accountable.

With 36 years behind us, I pledge that we will continue to be the place to go for news and the best viewer for dollar value for our advertisers.

As always readers, you can send your Letters to the Editor to nseebruch@seawaynews.media

Many possible answers Nick Wolochatiuk Dances with Words

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It pays to be observant, to ask questions and to search for answers.

One fine summer day I was filling up at an Adirondack gas station. As the fuel made its way into my pickup’s near empty tank I gazed about. Beside me was a guy filling up several Jerry cans.

That set me to formulating the questions I would ask: “You got a big lawn to mow? Getting ready to cut a supply of firewood for the winter? You must have a long driveway to plow after each snowstorm. Is a big jump in gas price coming?”

After posing each of my questions, I

soon learned I had found a kindred soul.

“Nope! Good guesses, but none of them are right. By the way, I’ve noticed all the aviation decals on your canoe and truck.

I’m a pilot too. What does the number ‘354’ mean?”

At that I explained that I wasn’t a pilot, just an aviation nut and photographer, one who’s flown in 354 different types of aircraft – so far.

Ever flown in an Aeronca Sedan? I have one on floats, just down the road.

The gas is for the plane. It’s been STC’d for mogas.”

Thanks to both of us being observant and the resultant conversation, my type tally was upped to 355 less than an hour later.

A year later I was in the parking lot of the South Branch Garage, near

Williamstown. I noticed a Mercedes with an open trunk. It was crammed with Jerry cans. Once again, possible explanations came to mind. My imagination came up with the following: “He’s brought the car in because its mileage is so poor he can’t make it from one gas station to the next.” Maybe, “He’s going to drive to B.C. – non-stop.” It’s also quite possible he knows that fuel in B.C. is selling at more than $1.65 per liter.”

As he was about to drive off, I didn’t even have time to suggest any of those possibilities. I just asked, “Why all the gas jugs?”

His answer was, “At our cottage we have two Sea-Doos. Our sons are in their early twenties. They spend hours on those machines - and they think money for gas grows on trees.”

CHOCK FULL – No room for groceries, golf clubs or suitcases. It’s off to the cottage we go.

(Photo by Nick Wolochatiuk)

(Like 99% of the readers of DWW, my use of the terms ‘STC’ and ‘mogas’ have you stumped. Ask any private pilot, or Google or Quora to get the answer.)

OPINION

Duncan headed for another landslide win Claude McIntosh Mac’s Musings

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votes behind the incumbent Lauzon.

THIS MONTH IN 1961 – The federal income tax department reported that Cornwall’s average income for the previous year was $3,962. It was 41st highest in the country. Kingston was 42nd. ...

Cornwall lawyer Stanley Fennell was elected president of the Canadian Bar Association. He launched his career in Cornwall as a partner in Danis and Fennell. In 1956 the firm became Fennell, Rudden and Campbell. ... Ontario’s new 3% sales tax came into effect. ... The number of students in Cornwall classrooms increased to 12,500 from 11,863 the previous school year. St. Lawrence High School had 1,400, Cornwall Collegiate 1,300 and St. Michael’s Academy 330. The Academy had to drop Grades 7 and 8 to accommodate the increase. ... The city signed an agreement with city businessman Archie Dover to lease a vacant lot at Sydney and Second Streets for the first municipal offstreet parking lot. It had room for 30 cars. Under the agreement, Dover would receive 50% of revenue. If successful, the city planned a second off-street parking lot in the downtown area. ... Cornwall Street Railway, who operated the transit system, said the lack of service to the Glenview housing development was a city problem, not theirs. ... A 14-mile stretch of Highway 401 between Iroquois and Prescott was opened. ... A $297,000 contract for construction of a traffic circle at the foot of the new international bridge was approved. ... Maxville residents voted to allow a Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) outlet in the village. ...

Winston Barclay was the new student council president at CCVS. Carol Stevens was vice-president. ... Fire destroyed the Phillips Dairy on Tollgate Road. The dairy was owned by Marland Murray and Archie Robertson. ... The 100-year-old building that housed the former CKSF

radio station was torn down to provide more parking space for The StandardFreeholder. ... Howard Smith Paper Mill defeated Courtaulds 5-3 in 12-innings to win the seventh and deciding game of the North End Fastball League final. The Papermen had led the serious 3-0.

Wayne Froats was the winning pitcher.

Courtaulds’ veteran pitcher Doug Taillon was named league MVP. ... Don Dupuis and George Morin had touchdowns as St. Lawrence defeated Cornwall Collegiate 12-0 in an Eastern Ontario Secondary School Association (EOSSA) football game. ... Roger Maris hit his 61st home run to break Babe Ruth’s record.

THIS AND THAT The Taliban taking of Kabul is akin to winning the Super Bowl because the other team snuck out the back door before the game started. ... In our neck of the woods, Eastern Ontario Health Unit, COVID-19 has claimed 112 residents and made hundreds more unvaccinated so sick they had to be admitted to hospital, some put in the Intensive Care Unit. Meanwhile, of the thousands who have had at least one dose, not one person was admitted to hospital with an adverse reaction to the shot(s).

TRIVIA In the 1974 federal election Cornwall Mayor Ed Lumley defeated this former cabinet minister to claim Stormont-Dundas for the Liberals. Lumley held both jobs until his mayoral term finished a few months later.

TRIVIA ANSWER The concrete slab at the foot of Cornwall Canal at the dyke was installed in hopes of someday having an all Canadian Seaway that would bypass the Eisenhower and Snell locks on the U.S. side.

QUOTED “If you can’t convince them, confuse them.”

- President Harry Truman

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It is not a question of if Eric Duncan will be re-elected Member of Parliament for Stormont-Dundas-South Glengarry, it is how big the landslide?

And a landslide it will be.

This one could mirror his one-sided cakewalk in 2019 when he crushed the Liberal candidate by 15,209 votes.

The Liberal association totally misjudged Duncan in the 2019 race.

Association chair Claude Poirier in a careless moment of acute braggadocio announced at the start of the campaign that with retired Guy Lauzon out of the way, Duncan would be easy pickings for Liberal candidate Heather Megill.

“We will send Heather Megill to Ottawa as the next MP for Stormont, Dundas, South Glengarry,” he declared.

Ok. So they came up a “few” votes short.

Duncan did better than Lauzon. He took 54% of the vote, while the Liberals dropped to 25.6% from 38.5% in 2015.

Moquin is fighting the same uphill battle Liberal candidates have fought since the Conservatives took over the riding.

He’s not well-known throughout the riding and except for a cup of coffee as a city councillor, has little political experience.

And, there is no national Liberal sweep to ride.

Duncan is immensely popular in the riding. As one long-time Liberal admitted, “You can’t help but like the guy.” At 33, he is a seasoned politician. He is a proven winner. If the Conservatives form the next government, he could become the first local MP since Ed Lumley to hold a cabinet post.

Duncan will do well with soft Liberals

and non-aligned voters. In his short tenure as MP, he has been the consummate grassroots riding representative.

As the late U.S. Congressman Thomas “Tip” O’Neill cautioned, at the end of the day all politics is local, so don’t forget the folks back home.

One thing Moquin doesn’t have to worry about is the New Democratic Party candidate stealing a huge chunk of Liberal votes. In 2011 the NDP’s Mario Leclerc (8,313) came within 257 votes of finishing second, ahead of star Liberal candidate Bernadette Clement (8,570).

His strong showing shocked the local Libs.

Leclerc had the benefit of the Jack Layton-led Orange Wave while the Liberals were led by the weak and stuffy Michael Ignatieff who had all the appeal of a wet mop. His decision to bring down the minority Conservative government backfired. Polls showed most Canadians did not want the election. The current prime minister might suffer the same voter fatigue backlash.

In 2015 with Trudeau Mania Part II, the local Liberals, with Clement (20,452) back on the ticket, bounced back but still finished a whopping 6,639 votes behind Lauzon (27,091). The NDP sank to 4,332 votes.

The call: Hard to see how Duncan can lose votes to the Libs and NDP. He stands to take at least 50% of the vote total.

CAMPAIGN CHATTER Duncan’s 2019 campaign cost the riding association $83,216, down from the record $153,347 spent on Guy Lauzon’s 2015 campaign. ... Christian Heritage candidate Carson Chisholm had the most expensive votes in the 2006 election.

The campaign bill was $12,633. He received 663 votes. ... In 2015 the Lauzon campaign cost $75,147, while the Liberals spent $74,263 on a disaster called Tom Manley who finished 14,108

CPS ponders vaccination policy NICK SEEBRUCH

nseebruch@seawaynews.media

CORNWALL, Ontario – Cornwall Police Service (CPS) Chief Shawna Spowart told the Police Services Board at a meeting on Thursday, Sept. 9 that she was in the process of forming a vaccination policy for CPS employees.

“This is probably the issue that has taken

up the most of my attention over the past few weeks,” she said. “We continue to monitor the situation very closely and we are strongly considering a mandatory vaccination policy or one that allows for unvaccinated employees to be tested regularly.”

Spowart said that she hoped to have a policy in place by Oct. 1.

“We have to consider the impacts on our community partners including those in the

healthcare sectors,” she said.

Spowart added that the CPS already had a high rate of vaccination amongst employees with 94.6 per cent of staff members already fully vaccinated and she said that she hoped that that number would grow after the Ontario government’s vaccine passport system goes into effect on Sept.

22.

“I have been included with discussions

money for Lyla to use to purchase a little something for herself.

Lyla and her dad explained about 4,000 pumpkin seeds were planted in a garden at the house and a field approximately an acre in side. Hilliard explained about “a couple thousand pumpkins” were harvested, with Lyla mentioning they come in a selection of colours.

When asked about her favourite part of the pumpkin growing project, Lyla explained she liked seeing the different colours of the pumpkins as well as seeing the customers at farm.

She continued people take their time picking out the pumpkin they will purchase and will sometimes ask for help making the choice.

New this year are several “photo booths” in the yard, with Angela commenting people are encouraged to take photos while visiting the

farm.

Lyla’s grandparents help out with the seeding as well as assisting at the vegetable stand on the farm, with Hilliard mentioning Lyla traded some potatoes and onions with her Lalonde grandparents for tomatoes and garlic to sell at the farm.

Lyla’s Pumpkins will be open weekends between 8:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. until the pumpkins are sold out or Hallowe’en. More information can be found on the Lyla’s Pumpkins Facebook page.

with the city about this policy and we are working together on this unprecedented and ever evolving issue,” Spowart added.

Cornwall Mayor Glen Grant said that he wished the province would take the lead on vaccination policies for municipalities and municipal organizations.

“My personal belief is that the province needs to come out with something,” he said.

It’s Pumpkin time!

CAROL GODDARD, SPECIAL TO SEAWAY NEWS APPLE HILL, Ontario - The pumpkins are getting picked and ready to be turned into pumpkin pies or may be Hallowe’en jack-o-lanterns, with Lyla’s Pumpkins opening for business on Sept. 11. The Lalonde family who farm near Apple Hill welcomed people to their farm to purchase a pumpkin or perhaps some gourds, tomatoes, squash, onions or garlic just to mention some of the produce for sale at their stand. They also have straw which can be used for fall decorating available for sale.

Lyla is the 6-year-old daughter of Angela and Hilliard Lalonde, with Angela mentioning funds raised are put towards her education fund and a donation made to the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario as well as some

Lyla and her parents Angela and Hilliard Lalonde are shown during a brief break between customers near the vegetable stand at their farm near Apple Hill.

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CORNWALL, Ontario - Close to 40 people attended the first in-person event in Cornwall to recognize World Suicide Prevention Day held on September 10. World Suicide Prevention Day seeks to raise awareness to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness and educate people in an effort to reduce suicides.

Organized by the local Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) and the Suicide Prevention Coalition of Champlain East, the event featured close to an hour of yoga instruction, an awards ceremony and a candle lighting service.

Michelle Neville, a mental health leader with the Carleton District School Board of Eastern Ontario, mentioned globally 793,000 people die because of suicide annually and every 40 seconds a person dies because of suicide. Juliette LaBossiere, Executive

Director with the United Way/Centraide of SDG, who attended the event with her children explained the United Way provides funding to the CMHA and Bereaved Families of Ontario for mental health promotion.

As the event began, Senator Bernadette Clement expressed her appreciation to the CMHA for their assistance over the last 18 months providing “strength, encouragement, resilience and love” during this difficult time.

Angele D’Alessio, CMHA Champlain East Mental Health Promotor, thanked everyone for coming out and commented there is support available during the event should it be needed.

Yoga instructor Jill Hodgson, who recently returned to private practice from a position with the CMHA Champlain East, explained yoga helps people to gain physical, mental and emotional health, led the group assembled in a series of beginner yoga exercises.

Following yoga, Stephen Douris spoke to those present about his journey which

Picutred from left-to-right: As the Yoga in the Park evening ended, people were encouraged to light a candle in remembrance of loved ones. Charles LaBossiere joins his mother Juliette and brother Felix during the vigil. Goddard photo. included suicidal thoughts, which was followed by the presentation of awards to several individuals and organizations for their work in the field of mental health.

The night ended with people being provided with candles and once lite were encouraged to think about their loved ones, with the light of love shining through the darkness.

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Three minutes with the Deputy Mayor of South Glengarry 3 MINUTES WITH THE DEPUTY MAYOR LYLE WARDEN SOUTH GLENGARRY

The seasons are changing and it’s hard to believe that summer is coming to an end.

September welcomes many of our

younger residents back to school, please take care on the roads and watch for children as they get on and off the school bus.

We have put together some Back-toSchool Safety tips and I encourage you to visit the Township website to learn more.

Let’s all stay safe this year!

Council and staff have been busy through the summer months, and we are excited to see many exciting projects moving forward as we head into Fall.

We will be moving forward with the next step towards developing a Master Plan for water and wastewater servicing in the Glen

Walter community and a Public Information Centre meeting will be held on September 28th at the Glen Walter Fire Hall for members of the public to provide input.

Council has also approved, in principle, the donation of surplus lands to a worthy cause, Habitat For Humanity, which we hope to see move forward in 2022.

As part of our continued support of first nation communities across the country the Township office will be closed on September 30th to commemorate all those who suffered and survived residential schools and their families.

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HOW TO PLAY:

PUZZLE NO. 91. Copyright © 2021, Penny Press. Crossword puzzle answers use American spelling

ACROSS 1. Choir singer 5. Yak 8. Detail 12. Hired thug 13. She-sheep 14. Bright star 15. Revered 17. Competed 18. Hearty soups 19. Different 20. Headache cure 25. Pale 28. Self 32. Craps cube 33. Storm winds 34. Have bills 35. Shielded 37. Blizzard stuff 38. Flower 40. Messy type 43. Trench 47. Cab 48. Device for wingtips

51. Baker’s box 52. Buddy 53. Sledder’s delight 54. Sharp pain 55. Tack on 56. Auctioneer’s word DOWN 1. Eons 2. Did not win 3. Haul 4. Like some streets: hyph.

5. Sparkler 6. Astonish 7. Bunk 8. Coin 9. Work hard 10. 12/24 and 12/31 11. Manufactured 16. Curvy turn 21. Baby grand, e.g.

22. Lazes around 23. Woodwind instruments

24. Outs’ opposites 25. Commercials 26. Attack!

27. “____ Alibi” 29. Charged particle 30. Duo number 31. Certain evergreen 33. Toothpaste option 36. Waning 37. Metalworkers 39. “____

to a Nightingale” 40. Terminate 41. Volcanic fluid 42. Farm animals 44. Three musicians 45. Battery 46. Clutched 48. Fitness center 49. Owned 50. Dated

Although, we are still not back to normal there are many ways to continue to participate in Township activities, like Council meetings, waste management initiatives, recreation, community events.

Stay up to date on all things South Glengarry with the next issue of the South Glengarry Community Guide available October 2021.

Stay safe and positive, Lyle Warden, Deputy Mayor of South Glengarry

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started.

Remember: you must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box.

Breaking news tip?

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NICK SEEBRUCH 613-363-4125 or nseebruch@seawaynews.media

ARIES: You need to think things through before you put your money where your mouth is. Also, making a budget and sticking to it will be crucial to achieving your personal goals. Stress will wear you down quickly.

TAURUS: At work and elsewhere, there’ll be a lot of people around you. It’ll be quite stressful and therefore imperative that you take some time to rest. A project or task of some kind is likely to be delayed.

GEMINI: Time is a commodity that’s in short supply this week. Fortunately, you’ll be ri­go­rous when it comes to getting organized. You’ll be able to accomplish everything and have time to rest when you’re done. Your lo­ved ones will be around for some type of celebration.

CANCER: You’ll be able to clear your head with regards to your career by taking a step back from your responsibilities. If you didn’t take a vacation this summer, you should give it some serious thought now. At least plan a weekend getaway.

LEO: Some adjustments are needed at home and at work. You’ll instigate a few of these changes in order to move in the right direction and achieve your goals. An emotional upheaval will motivate this transformation.

VIRGO: A bit of patience will prove beneficial. You should be able to reach an agreement with certain companies regarding a legal matter. You’ll successfully assert your rights and those of your community.

Against all odds, you’ll receive a marriage proposal.

LIBRA: Work brings its share of stress. Fortuna­tely, your partner’s love will ease any tension. All you need to do is spend some quality time together. A few changes to your routine and your relationship will find its se­cond wind.

SCORPIO: You’ll be challenged in some way, and it’s your chance to show your full potential. You’ll need to become more active or exercise on a regular basis with your lo­ved ones if you want to get back in shape.

SAGITTARIUS: Achieving the right work-life balance isn’t always easy. Fortunately, you’ll be able to count on your loved ones to help you meet all your obligations. If you’re a new couple, you’ll soon begin to discuss the subject of living together.

CAPRICORN: Be careful behind the wheel. You’ll receive several spontaneous invitations from lo­ved ones to participate in fun activities. You have good negotiating skills, and you’ll manage to resolve a conflict simply with a smile.

AQUARIUS: To your surprise, you’ll find the funds to start your own small business or do some much needed work on the house before winter. In your love life, the comforts of home will lead to a pleasant emotional exchange.

PISCES: You’ll start the week with dynamism and a desire to conquer the world. You have to learn how to channel your energy in order to avoid burning the candle at both ends. When it comes to matters of the heart, it’s best to let romance unfold naturally.

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COVID-19 en Ontario: un cas sur cinq concerne une personne pleinement vaccinée BY ÉMILIE PELLETIER, INITIATIVE DE JOURNALISME LOCAL Au cours du dernier mois en Ontario, un cas de COVID-19 sur cinq a été décelé chez une personne pleinement vaccinée. Or, les personnes ayant reçu leurs deux doses du vaccin n’ont représenté que 8% des patients hospitalisés aux soins intensifs en raison du virus.

Depuis le 9 août, 91% des patients aux soins intensifs en Ontario étaient partiellement ou non vaccinés.

Dans les hôpitaux de la province, 83% des «patients COVID» ne sont pas pleinement immunisés contre le virus.

Mercredi, 365 personnes étaient

hospitalisées en raison du virus. Parmi celles-ci, seulement 28 sont pleinement vaccinées.

On comptait, la même journée, 185 patients aux soins intensifs en raison d’une maladie grave causée par la COVID-19, dont 120 par tiellement ou aucunement vaccinés.

En Ontario, plus de 21 millions de doses des vaccins contre la COVID-19 ont été administrées jusqu’à présent, dont 38 391, mercredi.

On compte toujours 26,3% de la population totale, incluant les enfants, qui n’ont encore reçu aucune dose de ces vaccins.

Rappelons qu’à compter du 22 septembre, les Ontariens devront présenter leur preuve de pleine vaccination pour pouvoir par ticiper à cer taines activités non essentielles.

La santé publique fait état, dans son bilan épidémiologique publié jeudi, de 798 nouveaux cas de COVID-19.

Dans la province de l’Ontario, 572 130 infections au coronavirus ont été répertoriées depuis janvier 2020.

Les autorités sanitaires ont comptabilisé 13 303 cas cumulatifs du variant Delta de la COVID-19.

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Cette ressource publiée par Vieillir activement Canada, repose sur les recherches menées partout au Canada et dans le monde entier sur les adultes âgés et le cannabis.

Le résultat de ce travail est présenté dans cette brochure détaillée.

Clairs, faciles à lire, les faits entourant le cannabis sous toutes ses formes y sont abordés ouvertement, et l’information y est présentée de manière objective. Tout au long du livret, Vieillir activement Canada en profite pour rappeler aux lecteurs l’importance de faire preuve de modération et de mener une vie saine et active.

Avis de bas niveau d’eau (Niveau I) pour le bassin versant de la rivière sud nation

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Rédigée à partir des recherches compilées par Vieillir activement Canada, passée en revue par des experts, et mise à l’essai partout au Canada auprès d’adultes âgés, la brochure Soyez informés a été conçue dans le but d’aider les personnes âgées à connaître les faits sur le cannabis au moment de déterminer si, pour eux, l’usage de cannabis est une bonne ou une mauvaise idée.

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Le cannabis et les aîné(e)s réunit dans une brochure à l’intention des adultes âgés un ensemble d’informations factuelles sur le cannabis. Facile à comprendre, rédigé dans un langage clair, le livret Soyez informés vise à aider les adultes âgés à prendre des décisions éclairées concernant l’usage de cannabis.

Mercredi, près de 30 000 tests de dépistage ont été effectués.

Le rapport de la santé publique dévoilé jeudi affiche dix nouveaux décès causés par la COVID-19.

Or, sept de ces décès seraient survenus il y a plus d’un mois et ont été ajoutés au rapport dans le cadre d’une initiative de nettoyage de données.

Cet article a été initialement écrit pour et publié dans Le Droit.

FINCH, Ontario - L’Équipe d’intervention en cas de bas niveau d’eau de la Conservation de la Nation Sud (CNS) a décidé de rétablir l’avis de niveau 1 indiquant un bas niveau d’eau dans le bassin versant de la Nation Sud le 9 septembre 2021, en raison de pluies sporadiques et du faible débit de la rivière.

Les pluies supérieures à la moyenne reçues au cours du mois de juillet ont contribué à rétablir les débits des rivières et les quantités de précipitations à des conditions normales, ce qui a incité l’Équipe d’intervention en cas de bas niveau d’eau à annuler l’avis de niveau 1 le 4 août 2021.

Les conditions d’étiage sont déterminées en fonction des indicateurs de précipitations et de débit des cours d’eau. Les précipitations et les débits des cours d’eau du mois d’août dans le bassin versant de la CNS étaient actuellement bien inférieurs à la moyenne.

Créée dans le cadre du Programme d’intervention en matière de ressources en eau de l’Ontario, l’Équipe d’intervention en cas de bas niveau d’eau est composée de représentants locaux des gouvernements provinciaux et municipaux, du secteur agricole, et d’autres groupes d’intérêts spéciaux.

Les conditions de bas niveau d’eau sont déterminées par l’Équipe d’intervention en

cas de bas niveau d’eau à partir des données recueillies par les jauges de précipitations et de cours d’eau dans le bassin versant.

Parmi les trois niveaux de sécheresse, le niveau 1 signifie qu’il existe un problème potentiel d’approvisionnement en eau si les tendances actuelles des précipitations et du débit des cours d’eau persistent. Le niveau 2 indique que des problèmes mineurs d’approvisionnement en eau peuvent survenir et que des mesures telles que la conservation d’eau et la restriction de consommation non essentielle d’eau doivent être adoptées. Le niveau 3 signifie que l’approvisionnement en eau ne peut satisfaire à la demande.

La CNS continuera de surveiller les conditions du bassin versant et effectuera des mises à jour au besoin.

Afin de mieux comprendre les conditions locales, les propriétaires fonciers, les entreprises et les industries sont invités à communiquer avec la CNS s’ils éprouvent des problèmes inhabituels liés à l’eau.

Pour de plus amples renseignements, veuillez communiquer avec Katherine Watson ou Sandra Mancini au 1-877-9842948 ou info@nation.on.ca.

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Le BSEO avertit le public d’une exposition à la COVID-19 possible lors d’une manifestation devant l’HCC le 4 septembre COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE DE LE BSEO CORNWALL, Ontario - Le Bureau de santé de l’est de l’Ontario (BSEO) avise le public qu’il a reçu un rapport indiquant qu’une personne diagnostiquée d’une infection active de la COVID-19 était présente à une manifestation locale protestant la vaccination obligatoire contre la COVID-19 le weekend dernier. La manifestation s’est déroulée samedi, le 4 septembre, devant l’Hôpital communautaire de Cornwall, à 13 h.

Le BSEO recommande à tous les participants à la manifestation de surveiller les

symptômes de la COVID-19 pendant les 10 prochains jours. Toute personne qui présente des symptômes devrait s’auto-isoler et se faire tester immédiatement pour la COVID-19 (consulter la page Centres d’évaluation et de dépistage pour la COVID19 pour savoir où sont situés les centres).

Les personnes qui obtiennent un test positif doivent s’auto-isoler pendant 10 jours.

Pour en savoir plus sur la COVID-19, incluant des renseignements sur la vaccination, allez à www.BSEO.ca/coronavirus.

Élections fédérales: l’UCFO est aux aguets BY ÉMILIE PELLETIER, INITIATIVE DE JOURNALISME LOCAL

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ONTARIO - L’Union des Cultivateurs FrancoOntariens (UCFO) surveille de près les promesses de chaque parti politique fédéral au cours de la campagne électorale.

L’UCFO, qui représente les agriculteurs francophones de l’Ontario, demande aux partis politiques à Ottawa de prioriser l’agriculture dans leur programme électoral, dans un communiqué envoyé cette semaine.

Avec une lentille franco-ontarienne sur le domaine agricole, l’organisme veut que les chefs se concentrent notamment sur les questions de développement économique, d’employabilité et de main-d’œuvre, d’environnement et de francophonie.

Développement économique L’UCFO voudrait que les partis s’engagent à accélérer l’accès à un internet haute vitesse dans les communautés rurales et agricoles, «la plupart étant encore très mal desservies».

L’Union désire aussi une bonification des

programmes de soutien aux entreprises agricoles en facilitant l’exportation, le développement du commerce en ligne et de nouveaux marchés internationaux notamment dans la francophonie internationale.

Les agriculteurs franco-ontariens demandent aussi la mise en place de programmes pour les aider à développer des offres d’activités agrotouristiques, comme on en retrouve notamment dans l’Est ontarien.

Main d’oeuvre L’UCFO aimerait aussi que les partis politiques fédéraux s’engagent à octroyer plus de financement pour moderniser l’éducation postsecondaire dans le domaine agricole pour accroître l’innovation et la technologie dans ce domaine.

Le prochain gouvernement fédéral devra augmenter les transferts fédéraux vers la formation postsecondaire afin de soutenir l’enseignement en français en Ontario, demande l’organisme.

Les Libéraux, les Conservateurs, les Néodémocrates et les Verts devraient tous

s’engager à mettre en place «des actions visant à valoriser les métiers de l’agriculture pour encourager l’engagement de la maind’œuvre locale», croit l’Union.

Cette dernière juge aussi qu’ils ont intérêt à soutenir l’entrepreneuriat agricole chez les jeunes, les femmes et les immigrants francophones pour «maintenir la masse critique de fermes et d’entreprises agricoles», de même que des programmes de recrutement de la main-d’œuvre agricole francophone étrangère arrimés aux besoins du secteur agricole.

Parlant d’arrimage, l’Union des Cultivateurs Franco-Ontariens croit qu’il serait positif de faire des efforts pour optimiser la symétrie du programme de travailleurs agricoles saisonniers pour permettre notamment le partage de ceux-ci entre les entreprises agricoles.

Environnement La tâche revient au gouvernement fédéral de «mettre en place des programmes visant à encourager et à soutenir les agriculteurs à adopter des techniques innovantes comme solution aux changements climatiques»,

souligne l’UCFO dans sa liste de demandes.

S’il veut vraiment encourager les efforts de durabilité environnementale, le gouvernement canadien devra soutenir financièrement les changements de pratiques agricoles visant à réduire les émissions de gaz à effets de serre et la capture du carbone, indique l’organisme.

Francophonie La pérennité de l’agriculture francophone passe par la capacité des services gouvernementaux à offrir des services de qualité en français», soutient l’Union, et les partis doivent s’engager à «rendre cette mesure obligatoire au niveau de leurs mandataires».

Pour l’UCFO, il est aussi essentiel de «garantir l’égalité des chances des francophones et l’accessibilité aux sources de financement et de s’assurer de les adapter aux réalités des communautés francophones en situation minoritaire».

Cet article a été initialement écrit pour et publié dans Le Droit.

Manifestations anti-vaccins: le gouvernement Ford va-t-il protéger les hôpitaux?

BY ÉMILIE PELLETIER, INITIATIVE DE JOURNALISME LOCAL ONTARIO - À l’hôpital, les patients et les travailleurs de la santé ne sont pas à l’abri des manifestations contre la vaccination qui sévissent depuis quelques semaines. Le gouvernement de Doug Ford a-t-il l’intention de les protéger?

Le lundi 13 septembre devait marquer la rentrée parlementaire des élus, à Queen’s Park.

Or, le gouvernement ontarien a décidé, en début septembre, que les députés ne seraient de retour au travail qu’à compter du 4 octobre, soit deux semaines après les élections fédérales.

Le lundi 13 septembre aura finalement été marqué par une série de manifestations organisées devant les hôpitaux d’un peu partout en Ontario, y compris à Ottawa et à Toronto.

Les manifestants, dont certains sont des travailleurs du domaine de la santé, s’opposent à l’obligation de se faire vacciner contre la COVID-19 dans les milieux de travail.

Les partis d’opposition de l’Assemblée législative de l’Ontario ont tous demandé à Doug Ford, la même journée, de travailler sur

une loi visant à créer des zones de sécurité autour des hôpitaux pour protéger les patients et les travailleurs de la santé.

C’est devant le bâtiment principal de l’Assemblée législative que la cheffe du NPD Andrea Horwath a exhorté le premier ministre de ramener les politiciens au travail pour qu’elle puisse déposer son plus récent projet de loi. «La législation est déjà écrite et prête à être mise en place», a-t-elle insisté.

Andrea Horwath veut rendre illégal le harcèlement ciblé des personnes et des entreprises qui respectent les règles de santé publique dans des «zones de sécurité».

Son projet de loi ferait du harcèlement dans ces zones une infraction provinciale, et les personnes qui y contreviendraient seraient passibles d’une amende pouvant aller jusqu’à 25 000$.

Au milieu de la marée montante des manifestations anti-vaccin en Ontario, «une femme atteinte d’un cancer a été agressé verbalement devant l’hôpital général de Kingston», a déploré Andrea Horwath la semaine dernière, lorsqu’elle a présenté son projet de loi. À ses dires, c’est l’un des nombreux exemples de harcèlement dont sont victimes les patients et les professionnels du domaine de la santé depuis plusieurs semaines.

Le Droit a demandé au bureau du Doug Ford de commenter le projet de loi du NPD. «Nous ne pouvons pas commenter une législation que nous n’avons pas vue, mais notre gouvernement condamne fermement ce genre de comportement.»

«Personne ne devrait se sentir en danger de suivre les directives de santé publique, comme porter le masque dans les espaces publics ou se retrousser la manche pour se faire vacciner contre la COVID-19», a ajouté son bureau.

Sur Twitter lundi, Doug Ford a qualifié d’«égoïstes, lâches et imprudentes» les manifestations organisées à l’extérieur des hôpitaux de la province.

«Nos travailleurs de la santé ont tant sacrifié pour assurer notre sécurité pendant cette pandémie. Ils ne méritent pas ce genre de traitement, ni maintenant, ni jamais. Laissons nos travailleurs de la santé tranquilles.»

Néanmoins, pas un mot sur la possibilité de rappeler la législature plus tôt que prévu.

Le libéral John Fraser demande lui aussi au gouvernement Ford de créer une loi sur les zones de sécurité. «Bien que chaque Ontarien ait le droit à la liberté d’expression, nos hôpitaux ne sont pas un endroit pour protester, surtout pendant une pandémie, a-t-il

déclaré dans un communiqué. Les patients et les personnes qui les soignent ne doivent pas être harcelés, ciblés ou mis en danger. Il ne devrait pas être toléré d’entraver ou d’intimider quiconque se rend à l’hôpital d’Ottawa ou n’importe où en Ontario.»

Selon John Fraser, les élus devraient être de retour à Queen’s Park, lundi, pour adopter ce type de loi. «Au lieu de cela, Doug Ford a prorogé la législature et n’a rien fait pour assurer la sécurité du personnel et des employés des hôpitaux.»

Selon le chef du Parti vert, Mike Schreiner, le premier ministre doit travailler d’urgence avec les municipalités pour protéger les hôpitaux «contre les manifestants en colère».

«Les hôpitaux ne sont pas responsables des décisions du gouvernement et ne devraient donc pas être le lieu de manifestations.»

Mike Schreiner assure que les municipalités sont clairement prêtes à travailler avec la province pour «protéger les patients et les travailleurs de la santé, et pour maintenir l’accès aux hôpitaux».

Cet article a été initialement écrit pour et publié dans Le Droit.

Environment key to Green Party plan in SDSG says Warnock

BY PHILLIP BLANCHER, LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER UNITED COUNTIES of SD&G, Ontario – Getting the word out about climate change is at the heart of the local Green Party of Canada’s candidate in Stormont-DundasSouth Glengarry.

Last month, the local riding association nominated Dr. Jeanie Warnock as their candidate in the September 20 federal election.

A resident of the Moose Creek area of the riding, this is not her first foray into politics.

In 2008 she ran for the Greens in the neighbouring riding of Leeds-Grenville.

She has a PHD in English from the University of Ottawa and was a lecturer at the school. She now works on her hobby farm and raises her 10 year old son with her partner.

“I mean if you follow the science we are definitely facing a climate emergency and I felt that information has to get out,” she told The Leader. “The more people hear about it, the more they hear about the solutions, the way we can solve the problems, the more I hope they can support change.”

Warnock explained that the Green Party platform isn’t about making frightening chan-

ges to how things are.

“We just have to sort of shift some of our priorities and move towards a cleaner way of living,” she said.

Outside of environmental concerns, Warnock said there are two local issues she wanted to highlight – access to mental health for youth and rural areas, and engagement with First Nations communities.

“You have children and youth that mental health is a big issue across the country, but I think it’s an even bigger issue in rural areas because there’s so little funding for it,” she explained. “We live in a rural community and are so much more isolated. It’s so much harder to get services, even for the elderly.”

Warnock said the challenge for farmers especially is they are self-employed and don’t have access to private insurance to assist, but earn too much to qualify for government programs to access mental health supports.

Engagement with the local First Nations community in Akwesasne is another local priority for the Green Party candidate. Dealing with the Cornwall waterfront development lands is an opportunity according to Warnock, to build stronger ties with Akwesasne.

“A lot of those lands are still owned or

leased from the federal government,” she explained. “So that really gives use an opportunity now that our society is feeling more strongly towards reconciliation, that we should make reparations towards First Nations. It’s an example of how we can work together.”

Warnock said on the campaign trail she will be emphasizing the needlessness of having the election now.

“I truly hope the voters reprimand Justin Trudeau for calling this unnecessary election,” she said. “He had a minority but he hasn’t been opposed in Parliament by any major party.”

She opined that the money being spent on an election could have been better directed into pandemic recovery or environmental conservation programs.

For the local campaign, Warnock said she is focused on running an authentic campaign while trying to communicate the party’s platform.

“I believe we have to address the climate crisis for the sake of our children and that will carry me forward,” she said. “Hopefully I’ll be able to convey the authenticity of that message in contrast with a person who’s basically been a professional politician for

his whole life.”

She questioned if incumbent MP Eric Duncan addressed serious issues during his term in office.

“So it’s great of Mr. Duncan to set up tax clinics for seniors, and he mails me out a calendar every year I use to plan ahead. But I do not think he is actually doing anything on serious issues.”

Warnock said it is important for an MP to reach out to people in the community and engage with a different range of people.

“I would be doing more of that if elected,” she said.

The local Green Party candidate returned to the environmental message of the party platform to close out her interview.

“We really have to do something to try to slow climate change,” she said. “When I first ran 13 years ago, we didn’t have nearly as much data and [scientists] were anticipating what could happen 10 years later, 15 years later. We’re now seeing what is happening with heat waves like we’ve had.”

This article was originally written for an published in The Morrisburg Leader.

Eric Duncan eager for second term in SDSG would not have to wait long for a refund.

“This is going to be thousands of dollars more in their pockets and make a massive difference right away,” Duncan said adding that home-based daycare providers would be allowed under his party’s plan if elected.

When asked why he should be voted in for another term in office, Duncan said, “I love what I do, and I love the opportunity to represent our community and being out there. I enjoy what I do and I think I have a pretty good grasp of both local and National issues, and the pulse of our community.”

Duncan was first elected to North Dundas council in 2006 as an 18 year old candidate.

He was elected mayor of that township in 2010 and served two terms in that position.

Duncan also served two consecutive terms as SDG Counties warden, and was the former parliamentary assistant to StormontEric Duncan, MP (Stormont—Dundas—South Dundas-Glengarry MP Guy Lauzon. Lauzon Glengarry). retired in 2019 and Duncan succeeded him This article was originally written for an in office. He received 53.9 per cent of the popular vote in the riding in 2019. published in The Morrisburg Leader.

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UNITED COUNTIES of SD&G, Ontario – Conservative Party of Canada candidate Eric Duncan has been ready for months for an upcoming election. But he still thinks that the August 15 election call was unnecessary.

In fact, it is one of his biggest issues this vote, and one he hears resonating when he is out campaigning.

“The unnecessary election, and the fact that it costs $600 million dollars. People are very frustrated and see this election is unnecessary,” Duncan told The Leader. “I think it’s going to be an issue over the course of the campaign.”

Duncan explained that the election is an opportunity to see who has the best economic plan for the post-pandemic recovery, and he feels his party has it.

“I think about getting businesses re-opened, to be able to hire workers, getting people going to businesses to eat out, we have a plan,” he said. “We can get the economy firing up, which is a big issue locally and nationally as well.”

Some of the issues he campaigned on in 2019 are still top-of-mind for him, but were sidelined because of the pandemic. This includes working on St. Lawrence River water levels, which Duncan said he had made some by-partisan advancements in the last term, and he wants to continue working on it.

“I work with Conservative, Liberal, and NDP MPs that are along the Great Lakes.

Having been there for two years and working across the aisle, I have a very good sense of what we need to do,” he said. “[Water levels] impact everybody. It’s not an easy undertaking. There are a bunch of the silos between [government ]departments. I’ve got a good handle and I’d like to go Full Throttle ahead to try to make progress on the water level issue.”

He added that the issues are both from an environmental perspective, and also the economic aspect and how water levels affect businesses that rely on the St. Lawrence River.

Duncan identified the housing cost issues for both buying and renting homes in the region saying that his party’s pledge to build one-million homes in three years will help.

“We’ve committed to building a million homes over three years and that is in the private sector and getting supply of new homes being built in the country,” Duncan said.

We went on to say that his party will work with provinces and municipalities to cut red tape.

“Conservatives have a very good reputation for that,” Duncan said. “Building faster, increasing supply is the single biggest way to improve options and to make housing prices more affordable.”

He added that his party will provide incentives to build and create rental units as well.

Scrapping the Liberal Party’s $10 per day child care plan, Duncan said that his party’s plan of a 75 per cent tax credit for parents was the better way of providing child care.

Before the August 15 election call, Ontario had not yet agreed to the federal government’s plan.

“It’s going to be instant relief for people right off the bat,” he said. “Even with all the [Liberal] announcements, they admitted they are three-to-four years away from those childcare spaces. People getting that service need it now,” Duncan explained. “Our plan comes into effect immediately, and it is flexible.”

Duncan said that a Conservative government would change the childcare expense option from a non-refundable, to a refundable tax credit. And reimbursement for childcare would be monthly, not yearly, so families

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Cornwall Electric, a FortisOntario company, who provides electrical transmission and distribution to approximately 28,000 customers in and around the Cornwall/Gananoque areas, has an employment opportunity for a:

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Under the general direction of the Supervisor, Lines Services, Line Foreman and/or Line Lead Hand(s), the incumbent will be responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and construction of overhead and underground distribution lines. The candidates will become part of a crew who construct, repair, maintain and perform live line work on overhead/underground electrical distribution lines. The successful candidates will live or be willing to relocate within twenty (20) minutes of the Cornwall Electric Service Center and will be required to perform regular on-call duties as assigned. Candidates will be required to comply and be familiar with all industry standards and work practices, operating rules and regulations, as well as all pertinent OHSA regulations.

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MAINVILLE, Réjean Guy – it is with great sadness that the family announces his passing on Tuesday September 7th, 2021 at the age of 87. Devoted and loving husband of Jacqueline (Chabot). Cherished father of André (Diane), Nicole (Mario Lalonde) and Jean (Dawn Harvey). Adored grandfather of Stéphane (Melissa), Chantal (Brandon), Patrick (Stéphanie), Mathieu, Jessica, Stéphanie and Alex and great-grandfather of Caleb, Lylah, Willow, Chandon, Ashtyn, Mila and Loa. Réjean leaves behind his siblings Claudette Tessier and Candide (Rosaire Quenneville). Predeceased by his parents Théodore and DesAnges (Leduc) Mainville, and by his brothers Marcel (late Gisele and late Anita), Rhéal (late Stella), Rodolphe (late Monique) and Claude (late Carole) as well as his sisters Yollande (late Royal Gareau) and Noëlla Mainville. Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of LAHAIE AND SULLIVAN, CORNWALL FUNERAL HOME, WEST BRANCH, 20 Seventh Street West, (613-932-8482). A private Funeral Mass will be held at a later date with internment to follow at Notre Dame Cemetery.

As expressions of sympathy, donations to St. Josephs Continuing Care Centre would be greatly appreciated by the family. Messages of condolences may be left at www.lahaiesullivan.ca.

“Special thanks to the staff of St. Josephs Continuing Care Centre as well as Chateau Cornwall, for their loving care.”

Dear Editor, Are readers aware of what is going on with eye care for children and seniors in Ontario?

Although standard eye exams are covered by OHIP for these two age groups, optometrists’ reimbursements from the provincial health insurance have been severely underfunded for years, and are the lowest in the country. The result of this is that since September 1 the province’s optometrists have initiated a job action, and are refusing to provide these services for the current rate of reimbursement.

To make matters even worse, patients are unable to pay for eye exams even if they want to, as there is a law that prohibits patients from paying for a service that is

covered by OHIP. Therefore, the only way for these age groups to receive eye care is to go to another province.

It’s too bad that our local MPP Jim McDonell is a member of the Progressive Conservative Party that caused this problem. And it’s too bad that nothing has been done, or will be done about it until after the federal election, because our provincial party under Doug Ford has decided to prorogue all meetings of the provincial parliament until then.

Jim McDonell, what are you going to do about this situation?

Susan Kail, Cornwall, Ontario

Presentations on the ward system Dear Editor, Recent ‘letters to the editor’ regarding the ward system, and news articles I have read on this topic, prompted me to share my perspective.

Rod Millard’s letter set out the benefits of a ward system and it’s bang on.

I was pleased to learn last month that the majority of respondents to the 2020 survey favor wards and that there was a large number of residents, 1,764, who completed this survey!

Indeed, an impressive 51.44 % of respondents prefer the ward system whereas 48.56% favor the current at-large system.

Most respondents agreed a smaller size of council was in order. This data suggests most of us are ready and willing to adopt a new council configuration!

If the statistics had been reversed the recent debate about wards which was held at the Civic Complex may not have materialized.

Wards, in my experience, provide engaged residents with ‘go to’ representatives to express their views in which case the councillor who would represent my ward would quickly learn about important aspects of my neighborhood, including its special challenges whether these would be the state of my local park, the poor condition of some sidewalks, the quality of the waterfront trail, the need for increased police presence, ideal spots to beautify, etc.

My councillor would learn that there is a pervasive desire to see a decent portion of the annual budget flowing to this area of town since it occupies a large stretch of waterfront, offers one of two historic business communities and it includes a major gateway to the city. Montreal Rd. and the east end have been crying out for attention for decades.

Ward councillors would be required to explain strategic plans for the area, without the jargon and a lot of hedging, and expected to move quickly on those projects most useful to area residents while, at the same time, supporting the city’s strategic plans and priorities.

Skeptics predict a ward system would not function well because it failed 5 decades ago. Things have evolved since that era.

Since the ward system, at one time, may have been unwieldy it’s likely various councils were partly to blame. I heard that some mayors, back in the day, tolerated grand-standing and a lot of antics consequently agendas were derailed. Therefore it should not be surprising taxpayers were disgruntled and not well served by the ward system.

The conversion to an at-large system from a chaotic milieu, as characterized by those old enough to remember, would have been seen as a big improvement.

We know what the at-large system has to offer. We also read about some reasons why the ward system fell apart in the 70s. We are also aware wards work well in small, medium and large cities all across the country. In fact, the ward system that prevailed in the small city where I spent most of my adult life worked exceptionally well. Having lived in Cornwall for six years I’ve had ample opportunity to size up how the current system functions. I still prefer the ward system.

In summary, the rationale to maintain the status quo is primarily based on recollections of bygone days.

Come on folks it’s a new era and our community has to evolve. Cornwall is therefore ripe for rejuvenation and a fresh approach.

Pam Carson Cornwall, Ontario

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Walking for a cure for Multiple Myeloma NICK SEEBRUCH

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CORNWALL, Ontario - Mary Brink is living with Multiple Myeloma, a chronic cancer of the blood that can negatively affect different parts of the body including the bones and kidneys.

To help raise awareness about this disease and to raise funds for a cure, Brink is taking part in a 5km walk through Cornwall’s Lamoureux Park as a part of the Steps to a Cure fundraiser. Brink, with the help of her husband John plans on doing her walk on Saturday, Sept. 25. Her goal is to raise $500, but as of Tuesday, Sept. 14, she had already raised $460. Brink was first diagnosed with Multiple

Myeloma in 2018 when she began experiencing severe back pain after a hike in BC. The disease caused her to have broken vertebrae in her back and in her neck, which left her in the hospital for three weeks. “The doctors in Ottawa have been really great and I am thankful to my husband and family who have been supportive of me,” Brink said.

Brink also added that her faith has helped her live with this chronic illness. Multiple Myeloma, while treatable to some degree, has no cure. “I am so thankful for my faith in God,” she said. “I couldn’t imagine doing this without Jesus.” Brink plans on beginning her walk on Sept. 25 at 2 p.m., but has set Sunday, Sept.

26 as the rain date.

Mary Brink walks through Lamoureux Park with her husband John (Nick Seebruch/ Seaway News).

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Smile Cookies support Boys and Girls Club NICK SEEBRUCH nseebruch@seawaynews.media

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CORNWALL, Ontario – For the second year in a row, sales of the Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie in Cornwall and South Lancaster will go to support the local chapter of the Boys and Girls Club.

“Smile Cookie supports our youth programs offered in SD&G and we are grateful for the support from local Tim Horton families. Our community is helping us put smiles on kids faces by sharing, eating and purchasing Smile Cookies,” said Jacquie Richards, Executive Director, Boys & Girls Club of Cornwall/SDG The full $1 cost of each cookie is donated directly to the Boys and Girls Club of Cornwall. Last year, the campaign raised over $62,000 for their youth programs.

“It has been a great partnership,” said Darren McPhail, a local Tim Horton’s owner. “Jacquie has done a great job and we’ve been pleased to have her as a partner for the past three years.”

The Smile Cookie campaign runs over the course of five days from Sept. 13 to Sept. 19.

Every year, the success of the Smile Cookie campaign is made possible thanks to help from volunteers from the community, who come and help make Smile Cookies wiht the Tim Horton’s team. To volunteer, email Jacquie Richards at jacquie.richards@ bgccornwallsdg.com

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Candy Pollard wrapped up her time at CBEC this past Friday. While she may be retiring from the Cornwall Business Enterprise Centre, her dance students at Studio C Dance School need not worry as she says she will continue to dedicate her time to her business. Congratulations Candy on your retirement from CBEC and your service to the City of Cornwall (Nick Seebruch/ Seaway News).

Jane in Bonville is happy to share that Slimy has returned.

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Reader says: How do you respond when two tall young men “earth angels” arrive at your door from out of town with great smiles and a much needed computer desk and chair on casters? You respond as I did with gratitude and a sincere thank you. These gentlemen, Steve and Kevin, whose mom moved out of town, and unable to use the computer had asked that he give it to anyone who could use it. Kevin, your mom will be proud you honoured her wishes and I will not forget you and your friend Steve for delivering the “full of love’ deck and chair. And please know, I, in turn, someday will pass it on to another person in need. I also thank Linda, for seeing your ad. CL.

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Reader says: Nice to see the Guindon Parkway mowed and green! It has been 3 summers since this beautiful western entrance to Cornwall alongside Guindon Park has been mowed. Kudos to whomever authorized its cleanup!!! So nice to see such a beautiful green space green and vibrant again, and not overgrown with scrubby brush and weeds. Thank you!!!

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TCLC to celebrate International Literacy Day and National Truck Driving Day PROVIDED BY JASON SETNYK CORNWALL, Ontario - Tri-County Literacy Council would like to invite the local community to celebrate International Literacy Day and National Truck Driving Day on Saturday, September 18th, 2021, from 10 am to 3 pm in front of TCLC located on 101 Second Street West in Cornwall.

The outdoor event and celebration will include guest speakers, cupcakes, a colouring contest, prizes and giveaways, and live busker music. Special guests include TCLC Chair Barbara Petepiece, Cornwall Mayor Mr. Glen Grant, TCLC Executive Director Dina McGowan, Take the Wheel Ontario Project Supervisor Carolyn Eva, and TCLC Volunteer Coordinator Carol Anne Maloney. The speeches start at 11 am in front of Tri-County Literacy Council.

“We are happy to welcome such wonderful guests to celebrate literacy. Literacy is essential to a community’s economic development, whether it is Cornwall, Toronto, or any other community. In terms of economic development, it means that we need to increase our upgrading programs to continually create a viable workforce. Cornwall, like any city, is

striving for sustained economic growth. To do so, it must create a workforce with the skills required to meet an ever-changing economy.

Therefore, it is important we ensure our economy is diversified,” says Executive Director Dina McGowan.

Also, Vic & The Panda from Fresh Radio 104.5 will be broadcasting live on the front lawn of Tri-County Literacy Council from 10 am to 2 pm. After that, special guest and Canadian Senator Bernadette Clement will announce the winner of the colouring contest. From 2 to 3 pm, there will be live busker music by Keegan Larose and guests. Keegan Larose recently returned to Cornwall and has become a music teacher at O’Neil Studios Instructors Group.

The first International Literacy Day was declared by UNESCO 55 years ago, in 1966.

The day aims to highlight the importance of literacy to individuals, communities, and societies. Celebrations take place in numerous countries around the world. While National Truck Driving Day celebrates the importance of the truck driving profession. Take the Wheel Ontario will have a booth where people can win fabulous prizes, including baseball caps,

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Patrick and Chantal Rouleau are thrilled to announce the birth of their 2nd child.

Adelynn was born on June 29th, 2021 at 2:55 a.m. at the Cornwall Community Hospital, weighing 8lbs, 12 ozs and 20” long.

She is the 4th grandchild for very proud grandparents Denis & Elizabeth Carrière and the 4th grandchild for Richard & Marie-Josée Rouleau.

She’s also a little baby sister to a very proud big sister Brooklynn.

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RRCA biodiversity project to protect native species CONNOR MCLAUGHLIN, SPECIAL TO SEAWAY NEWS

CORNWALL, Ontario - The Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) has paired with the Ontario Power Generation (OPG), planning to start on a three-year, biodiversity enhancement project at Cooper marsh Conservation Area, in order to protect, conserve, and restore the balance of our natural environment. As well as attracting and enhancing the visitor’s experience.

“The RRCA’s Cooper Marsh Conservation Area is part of one of the most significant wetlands in Ontario,” said RRCA Stewardship Specialist, Brendan Jacobs, head of the project. With the habitat providing many different species with a home, the project plans to

protect against invasive species, by replacing them with diverse native species.

To help with the monitoring of these wetlands against invasive species, the iNaturalist’s free Seek app is encouraged to all visitors, as it provides them with both a fun activity while visiting, and the chance to help protect the native species.

“The Seek app is a fantastic tool for the local community to help in biodiversity monitoring,” said Jacobs. “You are able to identify and learn about a plant or animal simply by taking a picture of it with your phone.

Then, with the push of a button, you can share the location of your observation on the app, providing us with valuable help in compiling data for the project.”

RRCA staff (right: Jamie Would and Brendan Jacobs) with Ontario Power Generation (left: Ashley Fox, Environmental Advisor and John Sanna, Site Environmental Advisor) walking through Cooper Marsh Conservation Area in South Glengarry while discussing plans and ideas for the Cooper Marsh Biodiversity Project.

DINNER MEALS

Homestyle Tuna Casserole

Fettuccine Alfredo

907 g Choose from 14 varieties.

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Chicken Pad Thai

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Used under license.

85-95 PIECES 907 g

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8

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130-140 PIECES 1.36 kg $16.99 save $4

Honey Garlic BBQ Sauce 425 mL

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Mozzarella Sticks

Pizza Rolls

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Jalapeño and Cheddar Cheese Sticks 13-16 PIECES 454 g $8.99

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8 PIECES 454 g Choose from 2 varieties.

Breaded Chicken Breasts

Chicken Strips

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8 PIECES 907 g

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Plum Dipping Sauce 350 mL

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Chicken Teriyaki

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Italian Style Beef Meatballs

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Butter Chicken

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Chicken Breast Grills 8 PIECES 800 g $15.99

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