Cornwall Seaway News May 31, 2023 Edition

Cornwall Community Museum launch

Over the Victoria Day weekend, the Cornwall Community Museum welcomed nearly 400 visitors of all ages as part of their official 2023 Season Launch.

Open from 9am to 4pm, the museum hosted a number of children’s activities including coloring, ‘I Spy’, and ‘Guess That Artifact’. The launch also marked the introduction of a new temporary exhibit: Cornwall and the Crown.

A weekend of fun for the whole family, guests were encouraged to check out the information booth manned by Cornwall’s Town Crier, Wes Libbey, outside the museum before heading inside to learn more about our local history.

“We are absolutely thrilled with the turnout. It was even better than we could have

imagined,” shared Senior Curator, Brent Whitford, “The best part was to see all the young Cornwallites going around doing the ‘I Spy’ game and learning a little bit about SDG and Cornwall history. We hope that anyone who came this weekend had a fantastic time and will consider coming to visit us again in the future.”

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

Mark your calendars! The Incredible Edible Plant Giveaway is fast approaching on Saturday, June 3rd, from 11am to 1pm.

If you love growing and eating fresh food, but don’t have a lot of space or are new to gardening, this event is for you! Individuals can pick up two free plants to replant in their garden or permanent pots for their step or balcony.

“Transition Cornwall+ Food Action Group began Incredible Edibles Plant Giveaway eleven years ago when one of our members along with Marlin’s Orchards grew just over 300 vegetable seedlings to be replanted in permanent pots and given to anyone who did not have a garden,” explained Penny Bateman, “We wanted people to discover the joy of growing their own fresh food and realize that it is possible. It was part of our aim to promote local, organic, and sustainable food.”

The Food Action Group now has several volunteer growers in the community, their own

members raising seedlings along with Marlin’s, Cornerstone Organics, and ZipGrow. This year they have over 2,000 plants to give away.

The giveaway takes place at a variety of locations around Cornwall, including:

• Mattice Park (Lennox St. and Edward St.)

• In front of the Aquatic Centre (100 Water St.) *NEW*

• St. Theresa Park (335 Thirteenth St. W)

• Agape Centre (40 Fifth St. West)

“The best part for me is to see a family’s reaction at one of the sites as together they choose, discuss, and get excited about vegetable plants,” Bateman shared, “In the last three years we have also offered plants to organizations throughout Cornwall and SDG such as housing corporations, and seniors’ residences, and we get to hear the stories of how much the vegetables are enjoyed as the drivers from the various locations come to pick up this year’s orders.”

For more info, please contact Penny at tcplusevents@gmail.com

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CPS launches new security camera registry

The Cornwall Police Service (CPS) is pleased to introduce a new program to better serve and work in partnership with our community.

Beginning May 19th, 2023, residents and business owners of Cornwall who have an external facing camera at their location are invited to sign up for the CPS’ Security Camera Registry (SCR).

Time can be of a critical nature in various types of police investigations. Traditionally, officers may be required to canvass neighbourhoods and local businesses to seek out eye witnesses to assist with investigations. With the prevalence of video technology over the last ten years, officers have also gone “door-to-door” or “business-to-business” to seek out relevant video footage/evidence to assist with investigations. This process takes time and resources.

The SCR will allow officers to quickly identify the location of nearby cameras, along with the contact information for the resident or business who is registered, to be used to expedite the canvassing process for frontline resources. Those who register will answer a short list of questions, including contact information and a few details about the camera itself. This information will be stored in a private internal system, to be used and accessed solely by members of the CPS for investigative purposes. If an incident happens in the area of a registrant’s residence or business, police may contact the individual and request to see if the camera captured any relevant footage.

The CPS will not have direct access to any individual or business’ camera feed or footage. In the event there is an investigation in the respective area where video footage may

be deemed to help with an investigation, police will reach out to the registrant and ask if the registrant is willing to share any footage the camera may have captured. Registrants may choose to decline to participate at any time.

“In a time when doorbell cameras and security cameras have become so prevalent, the Security Camera Registry can truly help expedite officer time spent looking for where relevant video footage may exist,” said Stephanie MacRae, Director of Corporate Strategy and Communications for the CPS.

“This can be especially helpful in time sensitive cases, such as missing person investigations and thefts of motor vehicles, where investigators may be able to identify a last known direction of travel, suspect descriptors, etc. Additionally, a better selection of evidence can also assist officers with solving crimes and identifying suspects.”

The CPS is hopeful that the SCR will be used as an additional tool that can assist with solving crimes and promoting community safety, as we work in partnership towards our vision of, “A Safer Cornwall.”

To learn more about the SCR and to register, please visit our website: https://cornwallpolice.com/en/record-services/services.html/ security-camera-registry

Ceremonial unveiling of new fire truck

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

On May 26, 2023, Cornwall Fire Services held a ceremonial unveiling of their new fire truck at their headquarters on Fourth Street.

Cornwall Fire Services Chief Stephenson began by explaining some of the history behind the ritual of blessing a new fire truck and pushing it back into the station for the first time.

In the 17th century, fire apparatus was pushed back into the fire station by hand after every call. 18th century horse-drawn steam engines could be backed up, but they were generally disconnected from the horses and pushed back because it was easier to line up the truck with the station connections that way.

Since the early 19th century, firefighters have continued to honour the pushing tradition as a display of homage to fire services’ history.

Chief Stephenson also shared that acquiring a new fire truck was a two-year process and thanked members of the truck committee for the work that went into the project.

“The intent is … no matter what truck we have, when we arrive at an emergency scene everybody’s amped, everybody has a job to

do, and we want to know where the equipment that we need is,” said Chief Stephenson, “And what we’ve accomplished is having all of our pumpers to Steve Parthenais’ dream come true – all the pumpers are all the same.”

Cornwall Fire Services’ previous Pump 3 was sold a year ago to be repurposed by the city. This pumper will have 750 gallons of water on board and while the compartments mimic the other fire trucks’, this new pumper is cutting edge.

“As technology advances, fire trucks need to advance as well,” explained Deputy Fire Chief Addison Pelkey, “It looks very similar –the big red fire truck driving down the road –but at the same time everything that’s built in-behind the scenes as Chief alluded to with the truck committee … the advances in technology for this apparatus are amazing. We are very fortunate to have it here to respond to citizens and we are excited to have it in service today.”

Following a few words from Mayor Towndale in support of Cornwall Fire Services, Harvest Christian Fellowship Pastor Roy Stephenson performed a blessing of the fire truck before it was ceremoniously pushed back into place inside the fire station.

STROKE SURVIVOR SUPPORT GROUP

Cornwall & Area monthly meeting will take place on Wed., June 7 at 6:30pm at the Benson Centre (McEwen Room). All stroke survivors and caregivers are welcome. Info: Deena 613-936-8784 or email: deenadufresne592@gmail.com

CORNWALL WESLEYAN CHURCH invites you to it’s Sunday Morning Worship Service at 10 am. Konnect Kids from ages 4-12 years. Nursery available. Midweek Bible Study Thurs. at 6:30 pm in person or via Zoom. Info. 613-936-9166 or corn wallwesleyan@gamail.com or www.corn wallwesleyanchurch.on.ca

THE PROBUS CLUB OF CORNWALL and area has interesting guest speakers and regular outings each month for retirees and those who are semi-retired. Info: Louise at 613 932-7557.

ST. LAWRENCE SENIORS BINGO at ANAF Mondays and Thursdays. Doors open at 10am. Bingo starts at 12pm. Everyone welcome.

MOOD WALKS encourages & supports mental &physical health through exposure to the healing effects of nature, participa tion in physical activity and engagement with their community. Info Angele at 613551-9253 or visit our Events Page https:// cmha-east.on.ca/index.php/en/events.

Location: Gray’s Creek Conservation Area (Parking Lot) June 6, 13, 20, 27 (4 weeks) from 6:30pm-7:30pm.

TRI-COUNTY COUNTRY MUSIC

ASSOCIATIO N Monthly Dance/Jam

Session & Dinner on Sat. June 3 from 2-8:30 pm. Bring your instruments and dancing shoes. South Stormont Township Hall, 2 Mille Roches Rd, Long Sault. Info: Elaine 613-362-0173.

CORNWALL NEW HORIZONS BAND Beginners class Mondays; Intermediate class Tuesdays; Band rehearsals Thursdays : Classes 3:30-4:30 p.m.; band is 3:30-5 p.m.; all are at St. Felix de Valois church hall. - best to arrive 15 minutes earlier to set up. Info: cnhbandtra@gmail. com or 613-362-4881 or 613-931-1580.

and Share group sessions 6PM on the 1st and 3rd Thursday each month in the Starbrite center located at 343 Pitt St. Info: 613-936-7470.

SEAWAY SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB presents Birds in your Backyard with Mike Chegrinec on Tues., June 13 from 1-3 pm in the Oak Room. Registration and info: 613-932-4969 or seaayseniors@gmail. com.

MULTIPLE MYELOMA SUPPORT: If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Myeloma and would like to connect with others, join us on Facebook, and email at cornwallareasupport@myeloma. ca.

CHILD HAVEN INTERNATIONAL invites everyone to a strawberry social on Sun., June 11, from 3 to 5 pm. Info: Elaine at 613 330 3117.

CORNWALL QUILTING GUILD is organizing a bus trip to the Smiths Fall Quilt Show, Sat. July 8. Some seats are still available. Info: Barb at 613-360-8079.

WORLD WIDE KNIT IN PUBLIC DAY Sat.

June 10 at 9:30am-5:30pm at Cornwall Square. Bring your knitting, crochet, spinning or weaving project.

AMAZING RACE CHALLENGE at Maxville Fair Friday, June 23rd. $1000 to winning team. Info: www.maxvillefair.ca

CORNWALL LIONS CLUB LOBSTERFEST, 15th annual event on Fri., June 16 at the Best Western Parkway Inn, Cabaret Room. Meal served at 7 pm. Info or tickets: Wayne at wayne.locke@hotmail. com

FREE CONCERT! LAMOUREUX PARK BANDSHELL. Sat. June 3rd 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Music by Cornwall New Horizons Band. Come out and join in the fun.

THE MARTINTOWN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY’S next meeting is Wed., June 7 at 6:30pm. The topic is “Cut Flower Gardening” with Leslie-Anne McDonald. Info: 613-534-8300

CORNWALL ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION regular Fun Dart games every Mon. & Tues. at 1pm. Everyone welcome. Info: 613 931-1815

SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER: on the last Friday of the month. The next fundraiser will be on June 30th at Knights of Columbus, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs) from 11:30am-1 pm and 4-6:30 pm.

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Fish and Chips. Every Friday from 4:30-6:30. Take out or eat in. Order: 613-933-2362.

BINGO AT THE CCÉC ! Come play every Monday at 6:00pm. Doors open at 4:00pm. NO RESERVATION. Meet us at CCÉC 146b avenue Chevrier, Cornwall.

SEAWAY FIBROMYALGIA GROUP. Aqua Fitness Group @ Cornwall Aquatic Center every Tuesdays & Friday’s from 12 pm1Pm. Info: Judy 613-330-0588; Leona 613-931-2874; Denise 613-938-3615; Theresa 613-662-8713

SOCIAL DANCING the first Friday of the month from 7-10 pm at the Centre Charles-Émile-Claude 146 Chevrier Ave. Dances June 2. Info: Dennis 613-618-7684.

CLASSIC COUNTRY MUSIC DINNER & DANCE June 10th at the Lion’s Club in Bonville at 6 pm. Pork loin, salad & dessert. Info Marland 613-936-3625.

CORNWALL LEGION SENIORS 60 AND OVER CLUB Bid Euchre enthusiasts, games will be held on Thurs., June 8th,15th, 22nd and 29th in main hall at 1 pm.

TRI-COUNTY LITERACY COUNCI L is pleased to offer a FREE 4-Week Daycare Worker Training. Starts Monday, June 19, 2023 at 1pm Classes run Monday to Thursday. To register, call 613-932-7161.

CORNWALL NEWCOMERS CLUB welcomes women who have moved in the last 4 years to Cornwall and the SD&G Counties. Info: Henriette 613-330-9039.

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. Info: Janice 613 936-1951.

IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR BOOKS AND ITEMS of a religious nature, visit “Catholic Information Centre” Mon.- Fri.10am-4pm at Unit 1, 812 Pitt St. 613-933-5099

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

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs). Wings & Things every Thursday from 4:30 – 8 pm. Take-out available.

SEAWAY SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB, 506 Pitt St open for all activities. Info: (613) 932-4969.

CORNWALL TOWNSHIP LIONS CLUB Bonville. Breakfast every Sunday 8-noon. Info: Roly 613-932-9396.

SEAWAY WINDS CONCERT BAND invites musicians to join us. Rehearsals every Wednesday, 6:45pm to 8:45pm at The Salvation Army Community Church, 500 York Street. Info: Ralph Bough at 613-362-4881.

SEAWAY TOASTMASTERS CLUB. Join us every second and fourth Tuesday, at the Cornwall Public Library, at 6:15pm. Meeting starts at 6:30 sharp. Info: Laura, 613 551 3252.

Government of Canada announces funding of over $12 million to support Akwesasne to counter organized crime

The Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, recently announced funding of more than $12 million to help increase community safety in Akwesasne.

To help combat serious and organ ized crime, Public Safety Canada is providing the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service with funding renewal of $10.4 million through the Akwesasne Organized Crime Initiative (AOCI) to support a team dedicated to combatting serious and organized crime in and around the Akwesasne Mohawk Territory.

Over the next five years, federal support will continue to enhance the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service’s capacity to address cross-border crime, investigate and disrupt organized crime, strengthen the coordination of enforcement efforts across jurisdictions, equip officers with additional tools and training and raise awareness among youth in the community about the risks of criminal involvement.

Public Safety Canada is also providing the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne with one-time funding of over $849,000.00 under the First Nations and Inuit Policing Program to purchase additional equipment for the provision of policing services, including an airboat, vehicles, firearms and tasers, and forensic

equipment and materials. Through this investment, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service will be better equipped to ensure the safety of the communities they serve. Finally, Akwesasne will receive up to $1.13 million under the Building Safer Communities Fund (BSCF) to help the Mohawk Nation at Akwesasne address the underlying conditions that give rise to crime. This funding will support community-led projects to prevent violence among young people who are involved in gangs, or at risk of joining them, helping them set themselves up for success in

“These initiatives are very important to our community and the overall safety of the people of Akwesasne. With the help of the fund, initiative and agreement our Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service may combat ongoing issues within the community of Akwesasne. We would like to thank the Minister’s office for their ongoing support and look forward to continued collaborations,” said Grand Chief Abram Benedict, Mohawk Council of Akwesasne.

The funding announced will be essential to helping stop crime and supports the Government of Canada’s commitment to building safer Indigenous communities.

SLC and partners to address shortage of tradespeople

St. Lawrence College (SLC) is pleased to announce that it has partnered with the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada), the Government of Ontario to continue delivering new auto care industry training to help address shortages in the industry’s workforce. An announcement was made today in London, Ontario, which expands the partnership to include Conestoga College, Fanshawe College, and Plug ‘N Drive. The continuation of the training program is made possible round three of the Ontario Government’s Skills Development Fund, which will build on the success of round two and has been expanded to include new the partners, new training locations, and new curriculum. The goal of the project is to address two challenges facing Ontario’s auto care industry: a shortage of automotive tradespeople and the need for automotive tradespeople to be upskilled so that they can service modern cars, including electric vehicles (EV).

SLC began the new automotive training in partnership with the AIA Canada last fall on its Cornwall campus, delivering Innovation in Automotive Training. The next phase of the project will consist of the development and delivery of two training programs. The first is an EV, hybrid, and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Technologies (ADAS) training program. The module-based program will provide employers with free training in modern vehicle technologies that they can offer their

workers. It is also open to high-level apprentices, the industry’s future workforce.

The second is an exploration of the automotive trades training program, which is open to job seekers without cost, and breaks the stigma by exposing participants to how technology has changed the type of work that automotive tradespeople do. Upon completion, participants are well-positioned to find an employer sponsor to pursue an apprenticeship.

“We’re thrilled by this announcement today which reaffirms college’s role in training and skills development for the jobs of tomorrow,” said Glenn Vollebregt, SLC President and CEO. “SLC has a long-established reputation and history of being at the forefront and it’s gratifying to be recognized by the government and provided with the funds to offer relevant, timely, and the in-demand training required by the automotive industry.”

For more information about the program, visit ev-training.ca.

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Super school name could be contentious

St. Lawrence Seaway Project neared I-Day and the Big Flood.

A years-long plan to replace Cornwall Collegiate and Vocational School and St. Lawrence High School with a super school is unfolding with all indications that it will be built on a large piece of the former Domtar property.

At one time the Upper Canada District School Board was said to be eyeing a parcel of property at Tollgate and Brookdale adjacent to where the new fire headquarters is being built. The former C-I-L property also was on the short shopping list.

Original price tag was $39 million but it would not be a major surprise if the cost has soared to more than $50 million.

While choosing a site for the super school has not been controversial, as was the case when the Catholic board went outside the city to build Holy Trinity, coming up with a name could be contentious.

Then there is the million dollar scholarship mother lode left to Cornwall Collegiate by New York City neurosurgeon Dr. Arthur Battista, a CCVS graduate. Several scholarships, ranging from $3,000 to $4,000, are granted each year. Interest earned on the million dollar gift funds the scholarships that have been handed out since 1998.

Since the money was gifted to Cornwall Collegiate, there could be a legal tug-of-war if the new school is named anything but Cornwall Collegiate.

The huge gift to a public school by a staunch Roman Catholic (the fund is administered by the Knights of Columbus headquarters in New Haven, Conn. ) raised some eyebrows in the Catholic system and local diocese.

LOOKING BACK

Another piece of history was erased in the name of progress in May 1958 as the

The ‘I’ stood for Inundation Day, July 1, when an explosion ripped open the coffer dam and flooded thousands of acres that four days later became a lake. Six villages and three hamlets were wiped off the map and 7,500 inhabitants displaced.

An 11th hour bid to save an historic Dixon home in Moulinette from the reckless wrecking ball that cleared a path for the project was rejected by the St. Lawrence Parks Development Commission.

The Dixon home was built in 1817 by United Empire Loyalist George Dixon

In a back-handed good-will gesture, the commission said several artefacts from the home would be preserved.

One of the oldest railway ‘milk runs’ in the country was discontinued by Canadian National Railways (CNR) in May 1958. The line had lumbered over the tracks between Montreal and Brockville, with stops at every city, village and hamlet, for 103 years.

Along with passengers, freight and mail it picked up along the way were cans of milk from local farmers to be delivered to dairies and cheese factories.

In its heyday, the line – called the Moccasin – carried hundreds of passengers every day. By 1958 the number of paying customers had dwindled to a handful, while trucking became a preferred mode of transportation for milk, freight and the Royal Mail.

In May 1958 a Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) T-23 jet trainer crash-landed in a field near Moose Creek after running out of fuel on its way back to Ottawa.

The pilot was not injured while the co-pilot who ejected before the crash suffered minor injuries after getting caught up in a tree.

The fighter belly-landed with its wheels up in a muddy field. It crashed through two fences before coming to a rest.

ALSO IN MAY 1957: Prince Bernard of

from dozens of Cornwall and area residents, many from Immanuel Christian Reformed Church on Pitt Street North, who came to Canada from The Netherlands after the Second World War. The prince spent several hours touring the Seaway Project. Among the official greeting party were Eita Turksman and Hennie DeVries who wore traditional Dutch costumes and presented the Royal couple with a bouquet of flowers. ... The $6.5 million Harte Haven shopping centre in Massena drew thousands of people to its official opening. The 1,500 car parking lot was filled with police estimating another 2,000 cars parked on streets near the centre. ... Optimist Club bicycle rodeo winners included John Markell, Brian Wylie, Harry Koolstra, Diane Desjardins, Frank Burke, Peter Nazar and Janice Warden . ... Norman’s Transfer, owned by Norman Emblem of Cornwall, was sold to Smith’s Transport owned by Canadian Pacific Railways. .... City businessman Hubert A. McAlear applied to the federal Air Transport Board for a licence to operate an air service to be called Omega Air Service out of Cornwall. He proposed starting the service using a grass landing strip and a four-passenger Cessna. The Cornwall Industrial Commission supported the application. ... Louis Armstrong and his All-Stars performed in front of a disappointing crowd of

Louise Tea Room, across from the Roxy Theatre on Montreal Road, opened. ...

Shad St. Jean held North End Fastball League powerhouse Emard Lumber to three hits as Hodgin’s notched a 3-1 victory in North End Fastball League play at King George Park. St. Jean had seven strikeouts. Bill Ingram had three hits. ... Bruno Lamarche, fresh off a no-hitter, hurled a four-hitter as New York Cafe Aces roughed up Paragon Motel 10-3 in a Cornwall Junior Baseball League game. He notched 15 strikeouts, giving him 30 in back-to-back victories. In the nightcap, Coca-Cola took a 7-4 decision against Miller-Hughes. Paul Lapointe had the mound win with 13 strikeouts. Eugene “Slugger” Bergeron , the league’s top batter with a .417 average, went 3-for-4 for Miller-Hughes.

TRIVIA: Agnes Macphail made Canadian history because: 1) First female surgeon, 2) First female to get a commercial pilot’s licence, 3) First female elected to House of Commons, 4) First female federal prison warden, 5) First female to reach the rank of colonel in the Canadian army.

TRIVIA ANSWER: Peter Fonda, son of Hollywood legend Henry Fonda, and brother of Jane Fonda, starred in the 1969 classic Easy Rider.

QUOTED: “Blessed are the young, for they shall inherit the national debt.”

- Herbert Hoover

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CPS - Bikes & Badges returns this weekend!

The Cornwall Police Service (CPS) is pleased to announce the return of the annual Bikes & Badges event on June 3, 2023 at St. Lawrence College (2 St. Lawrence Drive, Cornwall, ON) from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. (Registered participants are asked to arrive by 9:30 am).

This event is open to local youth, ages 6 to 12. Join us as we provide children in our community with a unique opportunity to interact with officers, while gaining lessons on bicycle safety and rules of the road before going through an obstacle course. Registered participants may also be eligible to receive a new quality helmet and safety equipment. The CPS Crime Prevention Team will also be on site to register bicycle serial numbers into our Bike Registry. As in previous years, we are thankful to the Optimist Club of Cornwall who will be at the event to provide participants with a free lunch.

“The Bikes & Badges event is always such a great opportunity for our officers to interact

with local youth in a positive setting,” said Constable Casey MacGregor, Youth Services Officer with the CPS. “At the same time, we also have an important opportunity to educate these youth about how to operate their bicycles safely and help them to prevent unnecessary accidents. It is truly a fun and rewarding initiative that I am so happy to have been a part of since 2014.”

Due to limited space, the organizing committee is asking that participants who have taken part in the event in previous years allow for other youth to take part this year. Participants, along with those who may not be able to attend the event, are encouraged to register their bicycle with the Cornwall Police Service by clicking here. By registering your bike with CPS, it increases the chance of locating the bike if it ever becomes stolen or missing. All you have to do is answer a few quick questions!

Pre-registration is required to attend Bikes & Badges.

HEALTH CANADA, ONTARIO REGION

You can enjoy the return of warm weather and outdoor activities by preventing tick bites that can cause Lyme disease and other infections like anaplasmosis.

Before your outdoor activity, you can take the following precautions to prevent tick bites: Wear light coloured long-sleeved shirts and pants to spot ticks more easily. Tuck your shirt into your pants, and pull your socks over your pant legs. Use bug spray containing DEET or Icaridin on your skin and clothing (always follow the directions on the label). Walk on cleared paths or walkways.

When you return, take time to specifically inspect these 10 areas of your body (favorite tick hiding spots): head and hair, in and around the ears, under the arms, around the chest, back (use a mirror or ask for help), waist, belly button, around the groin, legs and behind the knees, between the toes

What to look for: You may not notice a tick

Tender awarded for new fire station headquarters

At the May 23, 2023, meeting of Cornwall City Council, Financial Services recommended that Council award the tender for the new Cornwall Fire Services headquarters to Hawkesbury company, ASCO Construction Limited. The total bid price was $17,324,048.65 with a net cost of $15,600,842.39 to the Corporation of the City of Cornwall. There were six total bids for

the project ranging from $17 to $19.7 million.

The new station headquarters and training centre was included in the City’s long-term financial plan, however the tender approved is nearly double the cost that was estimated in 2021.

The current fire station located at 10 Fourth Street W. is a one-storey, approximately 11,000 square foot building constructed in 1970. While some maintenance has been

TRASH TO TREASURE

done over the years, Cornwall Fire Services, with 64 full-time staff and 14-16 at headquarters at any given time, need room to grow.

“In 2019, a capital project was approved by Council for the construction of a new Fire Hall, funded over three years at $2.9 million set aside each year for an estimated cost of $8.7 million,” reads the financial services report, “Upon completion of a preliminary design for the facility, a revised construction

bite because ticks are tiny and their bites are usually painless. Feel your skin for bumps and see if there are any tiny black dots. Most people get Lyme disease after being bitten by:

• a nymph, which is about the size of a poppy seed (1.15 mm)

• an adult female tick, which is about the size of a sesame seed (3 mm)

Found a tick? Remove it immediately to reduce the risk of infection.

Don’t forget to also check your pets!

Class D estimate of $9.975 million was presented to Council in May 2021. The original budget included the purchase of land and design fees. To date approximately $2.2 million of costs have been incurred.”

The city plans to fund this project through 63.6% financing and 36.4% development charges.

The new fire services headquarters will be located at 735 Tollgate Road, on the northwest corner of Tollgate and Brookdale.

Register for the Town Hall

The Future of 504 Fourth Street East

On April 24, 2023, Council deferred the designation of municipally owned vacant land located at 504 Fourth Street East for a future affordable housing development. At this same Meeting, Council also deferred the development of a teen focused Youth Space.

The purpose of the deferrals was to allow for public consultation. Accordingly, the Council of the City of Cornwall is hosting a Town Hall Meeting on Monday, June 5, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall (360 Pitt Street) to hear from the public.

Residents wanting to address Council must register with the City Clerk (clerk@cornwall.ca) and submit their questions, comments, concerns, feedback, or proposals in advance.

To view the reports that were deferred, please visit the City of Cornwall website: Vacant Land Use – 504 Fourth Street East https://bit.ly/3MfHpNv

Cornwall Youth Space https://bit.ly/435HUAC

The City of Cornwall’s favourite yard sale and giveaway weekend is back.

Everyone is welcome to participate in TRASH TO TREASURE which takes place on Saturday, June 3 (yard sale) and Sunday, June 4 (giveaway day).

TRASH COULD BE SOMEONE’S TREASURE!

Take a hike, eh!

Nick Wolochatiuk

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A very long time ago, somebody said, “Hey! Let’s travel, let’s go on a trip, the whole family, together.”

The others who were huddled around the smouldering embers that had slow-cooked some sort of hapless creature took his suggestion with disdain. “Travel? Every XX!?#!! day we travel. Martha goes for firewood, Kathy and Margo pick berries and the boys search for frogs and snakes. You travel to hunt.”

“No! No! That’s not the travel I mean. I

mean, let’s hit the road, go on a family road trip together.”

And that’s how a family tradition that has endured to this day originated. They didn’t ‘hit the road’, for in the beginning there were no roads, no motels, not even any hotels. The phrase ‘take a hike’ would have closer to what they did. They went on foot. Today we call it ‘hiking’.

To take a hike they couldn’t go barefoot. They had to go on-line to select the very best hiking boots. Of course, they just wore them in the cave to break them in, Otherwise, there’d be blisters, bunions and calluses. Something better than goatskins had to be found to carry drinking water. The clear plastic Nalgene water bottles would be just great. In every day some rain must fall, so that meant

the tanned hide jackets and cargo pants would have to be replaced by GORE-TEX. Hiking doesn’t include taking the kitchen sink. During packing up time, these words were often heard, “No, you can’t bring that! Too heavy! Not enough room. We don’t need it.”

Eventually they learned that the big dinosaur skin backyard tent couldn’t be backpacked. They’d also have to travel without pears, bananas and eggs.

Every hiker knows the motto that is an adaptation of the 1975 A.D. American Express slogan, “Don’t leave home without it.” Even our very first foot-travellers knew that they shouldn’t leave home without it, ‘it’ being a compass. Unfortunately, even today, hikers have no clue why knowing which way is north can be of any value.

EVENTUALLY – In pre-historic days it was a barefoot foray of necessity into the unknown. Today, travel on foot is for pleasure, feet protected by sturdy hiking boots. The modern hiker is obsessed with bagging yet another of the Adirondack 46

High Peaks. (photo: Nick Wolocatiuk)

HOROSCOPE CROSSWORD

PUZZLE

HOW TO PLAY:

ARIES: You’ll oversee a meeting at work. It’ll allow you to show off your skills and get that long-coveted promotion. The full moon will give you something to celebrate.

TAURUS: Summer holidays are coming up fast, at least for your children. This will take a lot of the stress and responsibility off your shoulders and allow you to enjoy the present moment.

GEMINI: You’ll spend more time than expected on a project close to your heart. You may need to talk openly about your relationship if there’s uneasiness between you and your significant other.

CANCER: You’ll make agreements with new clients that will satisfy you. You have a keen eye for detail. This full moon could affect your energy levels; don’t overdo it.

LEO: You’ll put in extra hours at work, allowing you to bank holiday time. Reward yourself with a bit of luxury.

VIRGO: You’ll make important decisions about your professional future and health. You’ll try a new routine that aligns with your aspirations and produces results.

LIBRA: The full moon will encourage deep conversations with friends and family. At work, effective communication will help you overcome a difficult situation. You must adopt a healthier diet to improve your well-being.

SCORPIO: You’ll suppress your feelings this week. However, talking about how you feel can be liberating. It’ll allow you to purge negative emotions and regain a sense of well-being.

SAGITTARIUS: You may discover a mistake on an old bill that helps you solve a budget problem. You may have to renegotiate with a client at work, or they could change their mind.

CAPRICORN: You’re full of ideas and initiatives. However, you won’t be able to satisfy everyone. The full moon will cause some confusion at work and elsewhere.

AQUARIUS: You may need a second cup of coffee to help you concentrate on all the tasks you have to get done. Confusion will run rampant this week, making it difficult to be understood.

PISCES: The full moon will stress you out! That’s why you need to let go, grab a friend and visit a massage therapist or spa to relax.

Of strength and kindness

The most recent ice storm. Did it leave you uncomfortable? No Powers? Downed trees? Miserable? Scary? Cold?

Just think about the people in Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc. Now add Sudan to the list. Ukraine is now in the second year of their war. Russia, killing of the innocents. Areas have been without power for months. Some during the coldest of the winter. Hospitals, schools, churches, farms, power grids, apartment complexes, houses, bombed and destroyed. Many beyond repair. Where do these homeless go now? Sick, elderly, young women with children. Young,

strong men have left their families to fight for their country. Give their lives for their country. No matter what the hardship these people have not given up hope. They are ALL optimistic that they will have their country back. They will fight and endure until then. We will, as Canadians, stand by them.

Innocents in Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Sudan, etc. have been killed. Women & children raped, tortured & murdered. The lucky ones who have escaped from the cities, have been living in tents. No running water, probably not much electricity, food shortage, no stoves, fridges,

showers. Difficult? You bet! It doesn’t end for them. Until these countries provide freedom from persecution for ALL their people, their lives continue to be more than uncomfortable. Downright disgusting by our standards. We MUST not forget about their suffering and their dire circumstances.

The lucky ones have been given a new life in Canada. Some of the VERY lucky ones have come to our town. We must make them comfortable. We must welcome them. They still have difficult times ahead. New language, looking for jobs, learning about our Canadian dollar, manag-

ing on a small monthly income…

With what they have experienced, these new adventures will not deter them. It will make them stronger and give them pride. We must help where we can.

Please be kind and generous in every way. Our City could also be more welcoming. Signs where one can get information in different languages, flags flying of the many nations…

Our country needs young, intelligent people who are so willing to learn and work.

BE KIND.

Cynthia Feldman Cornwall, Ontario

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Alfred Kloos of Cornwall wants to compliment the management of McDonalds on Brookdale on the beautiful hanging flower baskets they have put up on the eaves of their building. I’ve never seen such a display and it would be very nice to see other retailers to do the same.

Dominick Violi passed last week. He and his brother Ross sure ran a great restaurant in Massena. Spent many a night enjoying their meals

Leo Doucet NEWS FROM THE SQUARE

Did you know that renovating an existing building or a space in an existing building is far more complicated than building a new building from the ground up. In a new building there are no pre-existing conditions that are hidden from view, there are no missing items that should have been done and hence assumed that they are in place only to discover that they are not but need to be. All of the above commentary is facing our contractor in renovating the current Food Court that started life out at Cornwall Square as a Marks & Spencer store. Now, courtesy of a series of surprises jumping out at our contractor, we find ourselves looking at a delay to our original completion date of late June 2023 to late July or early August 2023. Stay tuned.

Despite this latest bit of bad news about the timing of the renovation, work continues onward as the contractor will shortly commence work on the south side of the Food Court. This next phase is more intrusive in terms of the daily routine for those existing Food Court tenants on the south side. Patience will be the buzz word for both customers and tenants as we move ahead.

Did you know that this coming Saturday and Sunday, Dream Maker Productions will be holding their community event and Magic Show in the former EB Games store space on the upper level. Saturday’s performances are at 11:00am and 1:00pm.

Thank you to the special people of Cornwall that have seen me through thick and thin. We are survivors.

– Barbara Cleary

Jane in Bonville says she is a garage saler. What ticks me off every summer is those that do not take down their signs. It’s very inconsiderate of lazy people to not take them down, This summer if I see a sign on a weekday and go there and no one is home, I am gonna get the sign and rip it into 1,000 pieces and scat ter it on their lawn. You have my permission to do this also.!!!!!!!!!

JOKE OF THE WEEK

What did the horse say after it tripped? Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t giddyup!

Sunday’s performance is at 1:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

You need to know that on Saturday June 10th, 2023, Sip & Scoop will be celebrating the company’s 9th anniversary of being in business here in Cornwall and as a means of thanking all of their customers that have supported them over those years, Sip & Scoop will be holding a celebration event here at Cornwall Square on the upper level of the former Sears store with all sorts of activities such as inflatable activ ity centres (bouncy castles etc..) and games. Jehan, her family and her team invite everyone to participate and share in the celebration with fun, refreshments and a piece of anniversary cake being provid ed. Stop by the restaurant in the Court, and they can provide additional information.

Did you know Cornwall Living magazine and features some local people who are helping Cornwall Square ers better today and tomorrow as well as a particular person who has helped us make a highly visual difference with some of our promotional events. and her We3Girls of their Mega Markets here at The Square.

Chef Luc McCabe been working tirelessly on the Vault store as well as the new Daily Chuck Food Court.

Babes has worked her magic over the past couple of years with her magnificent dis plays here at

The Pet Corner

Thanks to Sue Stewart for sending us this great photo and community project with The Kovinich Real Estate Group Re/Max Affiliates Marquis who are helping local wildlife find homes this spring by sponsoring the planting of 250 trees through the RRCA! The group marked the initiative last fall by planting ten trees at Gray’s Creek Conservation Area. Did you know you can easily support the planting of native trees in our region using the #CanadaHelps form on the RRCA website? Thank you to all individuals, groups and businesses investing in our local environment! To support RRCA’s tree planting programs, please go to: rrca.on.ca

SLC honorary diploma recipients

St. Lawrence College is pleased to announce it will award four Honourary Diplomas at its Convocation ceremonies this spring in Cornwall, Friday, June 2, Brockville, Friday, June 9, and in Kingston, Thursday June 15 and Friday, June 16.

Cornwall Convocation – Friday, June 2

The Cornwall recipient is Dr. Natavarlal (Nat) Shah, a family physician who has been the driving force behind many Cornwall community programs and has been recognized for his service to many charities with the Humanitarian Award, Citizen of the Year, and the Order of Ontario, among others.

Dr. Shah is also a co-founder of Child Haven International, which operates homes in India, Nepal, Tibet, and Bangladesh for destitute women and children. He will receive his Honorary Diploma at the 10:00 am Convocation ceremony.

“We take great pride in conferring Honorary Diplomas each year at Convocation as a way to recognize truly outstanding individuals in our communities,” said Glenn Vollebregt, SLC President and CEO. “The recipients always offer great words of inspiration to our graduating classes, and we hope that they will remember them throughout their lives and careers.”

You can read more about the Honorary Diploma recipients at www.stlawrencecollege. ca/honorarydiploma

Very proud of our Panthers as they captured the SDG baseball championship in Morrisburg! The boys played great and worked hard throughout the whole tournament. Now we are EOSSAA bound! #PantherProud #eossabound #sdgchamps – St. Josephs Secondary School Facebook

Last Thursday marked a bittersweet day at Seaway Express. We celebrate the retirement of Seaway’s founder and former President Bob Gauthier. Over the last 33 years, Bob was the leader of this award-winning operation.

Grateful for his co-workers over the years, he said, “I was just the coach to an incredible team of people.”

In this business, it’s all about the people, and we truly had the best coach. Well respected across the company and industry, he made a lasting impact on so many employees, partners and customers

We are so excited for you and Linda, as you begin this next chapter of your lives. Congrats! Your Seaway Family

Looking for a taste of haunted history? The Historic SDG Jail is now open for guided tours for the season! Tours will be offered Thursday to Sunday beginning at 10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm & 3 pm.

Trash to Treasure returns once more!

The City’s popular Trash to Treasure event is returning this year, on June 3-4!

Trash to Treasure Day is an opportunity for residents to share their gently used, unwanted household items with treasure hunters. The goal is to reuse items rather than sending them to the landfill. Trash to Treasure is an event for the whole community!

Saturday, June 3 is a community yard sale day. On Sunday, June 4, residents can set out items to give away.

On the Trash to Treasure giveaway day, please do not set out mattresses, hazardous waste, or food.

What other rules should I be aware of?

If you have items remaining at the end of the community yard sale or giveaway day, please bring them back inside by 7 p.m. Dumping waste is prohibited. Please donate gently used items to a thrift store, or bring trash to the landfill at 2590 Cornwall Centre Road. To sign up, simply visit: https://bit.ly/3L1BHfP

Cars and Coffee had great turn out last Saturday at the Benson and thanks to Cairo from 1045 Fresh radio (future Kinsmen) we got this great photo of Kinsmen making breakfast. A busy day/event with over 300 cars in attendance and I would say over

Physical maps of yard sale and giveaway locations are available at City Hall. You can also view the maps online:

Currently Registered Yard Sale Locations: https://arcg.is/1b4z9H

Currently Registered Giveaway Locations: https://arcg.is/0j0DKW

Dr. Nat Shah

photo: St. Lawrence College

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It is with profound sadness the family announces his tragic passing on Friday, May 19, 2023 at the Ottawa Civic Hospital, at the age of 91. Devoted husband of Rose (née Passingham) of over 50 years. Loving and dedicated father of Jayne Jonker (Alain Brazeau) of Clarence Creek, ON. He will be dearly missed by his extended family along with his many friends. Predeceased by his parents Jan and Seitske (née Bergsma) Jonker. Arrangements under the care and direction of Lahaie & Sullivan Cornwall Funeral Homes, 20 Seventh Street West, Cornwall, ON. (613) 932-8482. In keeping with his wishes, there will be a Graveside Service at Woodlawn Cemetery on Saturday June 10, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or Canadian Cancer Society, would be appreciated by the family. Messages of condolences may be left at www.lahaiesullivan.ca

Stormont Yacht Club celebrates 65 years

The 2023 Annual Sail Past marks the 65th Anniversary of the Stormont Yacht Club in Long Sault. Marking the official start of the sailing season, the Annual Sail Past, which was held May 20, is always a big event.

Commodore Natalie Bray welcomed all new and returning members as festivities got underway. The Canadian Flag was hoisted as Kate Miller played Oh Canada on the trumpet.

The Commodore presented the 2023 Seagull Award to a very surprised Jason Sinkus. Jason and his family have had a long

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relationship with SYC and Jason is known as one of the most helpful members in the club. He was also very involved in getting the Youth Sail Program re-established last year and continues to be an instructor in this popular program.

The possibility of rain did not deter 16 boats from sailing into the bay waiting to salute the Commodore. The sun made an appearance, the rain stayed away but the wind was shy. Regardless, it was a perfect Sail Past with smiles and excitement beaming from all sailors.

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BELANGER, Claude Leon

It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of Claude Leon Belanger on May 21st, 2023 at Cornwall Hospice at the age of 85 years. Beloved husband of Cecile Belanger (née Givogue). Cherished father of Daniel Belanger (Julie), Richard Belanger and Tammy Belanger (Mike). Treasured grandfather of Jason Belanger (Chantal), Steven Belanger (Chelsea), Jenna Huot, Brianne Huot and Kelsey Belanger. Devoted great grandfather of Teagan Belanger. Dear brother of Norma MacDonald (late Ronald) and Gisele Taylor (Clifford). He will be sadly missed by many extended family. Claude is predeceased by his parents Leon and Florida (née Lajambe) Belanger. Claude was the proud owner of Claude’s Small Engine Ltd. which he founded in 1972 alongside Cecile; after having ran the business for over 37 years Claude and Cecile have passed along the business to their children, Tammy and Danny. He was an avid duck hunter, boater and snowmobiler. Claude could be often found with a Diet Coke in hand. In keeping with Claude’s wishes cremation has taken place. Family will be in attendance at LAHAIE AND SULLIVAN

WEST BRANCH 20 SEVENTH STREET WEST CORNWALL, ON on MONDAY JUNE 5th, 2023 from 9:00AM to 12:00PM, followed by a service of remembrance that will be held on JUNE 5th, 2023 at 12:00PM in the funeral home chapel. Interment at Notre Dame Cemetery will take place at a later date. As expressions of sympathy donations can be made to Cornwall Hospice as well as Heart and Stroke Foundation in memory of Claude. Messages of condolences may be left at www.lahaiesullivan.ca

A wonderful man has passed on to be with his Creator, and his family. Yvon Ernest Leclaire died on May 17, 2023 at Sandfield Place at the age of 95. He is survived by his brother, Robert (Montreal) and step-daughter Elaine McCrimmon. He is predeceased by his wife Ruth, and his brother Fernand, and in later years by his companion, Sybil Smith. Yvon was an avid reader and loved to share his knowledge and life experiences in stories with all who were fortunate enough to be entertained. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life is to be held at a later date. Special thanks to Father Tom Riopelle for his comforting prayers allowing him to pass peacefully. If so desired, memorial donations in his memory can be sent to Sandfield Place, 220 Emma St., Cornwall, ON K6H 5V8.

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Peacefully, with family by his side, at his residence on Friday May 26, 2023. Beloved common law husband of Dianne Crites and formerly married to Renée (née Aubin) Noël. Cherished father of Carrine Leroux (Brandon) of Cornwall, step-father of Tony Crites (Michelle) and Timmy Crites (Katherine) both of Cornwall. Proud grandfather of Dakota Leroux and papi Pete to André, Jayden, Nolan, William, Lexi, Charlie and great papi Pete to Brinley and Samuel. Dear brother of Nicole Noël-Langford (late Tim) of Kingston and Lianne Cornett (Jim) of Cornwall. Predeceased by his parents Rolland Noël, Blanche (née Barque) Noël and his brother Claude Noël. The family wish to extend a heartfelt thank you to Pierre’s palliative team for all their care and compassion. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Lahaie and Sullivan Funeral Home, East Branch, 614 First Street East (613-9332841). All services are private. As expressions of sympathy donations to C.H.E.O. or Cornwall Hospice would be appreciated by the family. Messages of Condolence may be left at www.lahaiesullivan.ca.

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JONKER, Gerben “Jerry”

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Reporting to the editor, the main responsibilities of the reporter/photographer are to take photos for all our platforms, Seaway News, Cornwall Express, magazines and website. We are looking for someone available for weekend and evening coverage.

A successful candidate must have knowledge of the region covered and an interest in local and regional issues; and possess excellent knowledge of the Web. Attention to detail, adherence to deadlines and an ability to work as a part of a team is also a must. Bilingualism is an asset. Any combination of equivalent education and/or experience will be considered.

CORNWALL ART HIVE:

Connecting Communities Through Art

Alexandria University in Egypt.

Cornwall Art Hive Founder, Yafa Goawily, has been exploring new ways to make community connections through art this year. Under the support of Your Arts Council (YAC), Cornwall Art Hive has grown to offer more programming around town – sometimes in places you might not expect.

At Art Hive events, art materials are all supplied and people of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to make art together. Cornwall Art Hive welcomes all people and art forms, acknowledging that there is no right or wrong in art.

“Art is a beautiful healing experience that includes everyone,” shares Goawily, who completed her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at

You may have seen Cornwall Art Hive with their orange signage set up at Lamoureux Park in the summer or at the Cornwall Public Library. In the last year, they have expanded their reach by holding events with different businesses and community partners, and hope to bring Cornwall Art Hive back to Cornwall Square in the future.

In the last few months, Cornwall Art Hive has also popped up at the Agape Centre, creating a connection between feeding the body with food and feeding the soul with art. In April, Cornwall Art Hive held an Art4All event at the Native North American Travelling College and in May, they visited O’Neil Studios Instructors Group for an afternoon of art and music.

Photo:Jas Locke

à Alexandria

Alexandria, le 23 mai 2023 – Au mois de juin 2021, le personnel du canton de Glengarry nord a déposé une demande auprès du Fonds canadien de revitalisation des communautés pour l’agrandissement du parc de planche à roulettes situé à Alexandria.

L’honorable Filomena Tass, Ministre responsable de l’Agence fédérale de développement économique pour le Sud de l’Ontario, a annoncé que le canton de Glengarry nord a reçu un montant de 275 000,00 $ du gouvernement du Canada par l’entremise de l’Agence fédérale de développement économique pour le Sud de l’Ontario pour financer en partie les coûts totaux du projet de 375 000,00 $.

L’agrandissement du parc de planche à roulettes augmentera la surface de près de 200 pour cent, passant de 3 525 pieds carrés à 9 670 pieds carrés. Le parc existant peut accommoder qu’un seul utilisateur à la fois. L’agrandissement du parc permettra à plusieurs usagers d’utiliser les espaces au même moment et d’avoir des aires désignées de départ et de repos. Les nouveaux plans incluent des espaces ouverts qui permettent à

plusieurs utilisateurs de maintenir des mesures de distanciation sociale sur le parcours.

Le nouveau parc aura divers obstacles accessibles et inclusifs conçus selon les normes actuelles du « skateboarding », ce qui encouragera la croissance du sport parmi les usagers de tous les âges, sexes et niveaux de compétence. Le parc encourage les gens à être actifs, offre de nouvelles possibilités de car rière et tisse des liens pour la vie. Les écoles ont maintenant inclus le skateboarding dans leurs curriculums sportifs.

La communauté a déjà démontré son appui pour ce projet avec de dons totalisant plus de 50 000,00 $ du montant de 100 000,00 $ nécessaire pour mener le projet à terme. Le groupe qui s’occupe de la levée de fonds espère pouvoir compter sur des dons de par ticuliers, de fondations et d’entreprises de la région. Une plateforme de dons en ligne est disponible au lien https://www.gofundme. com/f/alexandria-skatepark-expansion (page GoFundMe) ou un chèque peut être envoyé à la municipalité en indiquant que le don est pour le parc de planche à roulettes à Alexandria.

9e édition du Concours LOL-Mort de rire ! Desjardins : 2 167 jeunes formés en humour et 13 finalistes !

L’ACFO SDG est heureuse d’annoncer que le Concours LOL-Mort de rire ! Desjardins se tiendra le 26 mai 2023, à 19h à l’École secondaire catholique Béatrice-Desloges au 1999 Ave. Provence, Orléans.

Dans le cadre de cette célébration provinciale de l’humour jeunesse, une soirée mémorable se prépare. Il y a beaucoup de fébrilité dans l’air !

Evelyne Roy-Molgat, humoriste franco-ontarienne et ancienne participante au concours, animera avec son aisance naturelle la soirée.

Après avoir suivi une formation intensive en humour et avoir été coachés par des professionnels, fièrement, les 13 finalistes monteront sur scène.

Pendant que le public votera pour son Coup de cœur, le jury délibérera pour dévoiler les gagnants et gagnantes, l’humoriste de haut calibre

Pierre Castonguay marchera sur la fine ligne entre le cabotinage et la perte totale de

lucidité. Plusieurs prix d’une valeur de 10 000 $ seront remis aux jeunes.

Justin Chénier, chargé de projets LOL-Mort de rire cite : « L’humour est un langage universel qui est compris et pratiqué par tous. Cette 9ème édition du programme LOL-Mort de rire!,

nous permet de constater que l’Ontario devient une place propice au développement de l’humour en français et au travers de la jeunesse.

Chaque participant de cette édition a permis au < stand up > de continuer de prendre sa place dans la culture franco-ontarienne ! Je suis fier du travail qu’ils ont accompli !».

« Depuis 2014, 6 317 jeunes ont été initiés à l’humour et nous sommes fiers de l’impact que LOL-Mort de rire a dans la vie des jeunes.

Cette année est particulière car nous avons priorisé l’accessibilité du concours. » de commenter la directrice générale de l’ACFO SDG et fondatrice du concours, Mme Céline Baillargeon-Tardif.

« Ce projet est un bel exemple de ce qu’une collaboration peut accomplir pour notre région », a déclaré le député Francis Drouin. « Je suis ravi de voir ce projet se concrétiser et de donner à tant d’autres membres de la communauté la chance de profiter de nos installations

vailler et se divertir. »

« Nous sommes heureux que le gouvernement reconnaisse l’importance de soutenir tous les types d’installations récréatives dans le canton de Glengarry nord », a déclaré monsieur le maire Jamie MacDonald. « Nous vou-

Vous pouvez profiter du retour du beau temps et des activités de plein air en prévenant les morsures de tiques qui peuvent causer la maladie de Lyme et d’autres infections, comme l’anaplasmose.

Avant votre activité extérieure, vous pouvez prendre les précautions suivantes pour prévenir une morsure de tique : portez un pantalon et une chemise à manches longues de couleur pâle pour repérer les tiques plus facilement; mettez votre chemise dans votre pantalon et tirez vos chaussettes sur les jambes de votre pantalon; utilisez un insectifuge (chasse-moustiques et lotions) contenant du DEET ou de l’icaridine (suivez toujours le mode d’emploi); et marchez dans des pistes ou des sentiers dégagés.

Au retour, prenez le temps d’inspecter tout particulièrement ces 10 parties de votre corps (les cachettes préférées des tiques) :la tête et les cheveux, les oreilles et

trine, le dos (utilisez un miroir ou demandez de l’aide), la taille, le nombril, l’aine, les jambes et l’arrière des genoux, entre les orteils

Ce qu’il faut chercher : Vous ne remarquerez peut-être pas qu’une tique vous a mordu car les tiques sont minuscules et leurs morsures ne causent habituellement pas de douleur. Touchez votre peau à la recherche de bosses et voyez s’il y a de minuscules points noirs. La plupart des gens contractent la maladie de Lyme après avoir été mordus par :

• une nymphe, qui a à peu près la taille d’une graine de pavot (1,15 mm);

• une tique femelle adulte, qui a à peu près la taille d’une graine de sésame (3 mm).

Vous avez trouvé une tique? Retirez-la immédiatement pour réduire le risque d’infection.

Il est aussi important de vérifier vos animaux de compagnie!

Le canton de Glengarry nord reçoit un financement du Fond canadien de revitalisation des communautés pour l’agrandissement du parc de planche à roulettes

Salade mexicaine au maïs

Un barbecue ou un souper décontracté au menu? Voilà une recette multicolore et facile à préparer qui saura plaire à tous vos invités!

Ingrédients

(Pour 4 à 6 personnes)

• 60 ml d’huile d’olive

• 2 c. à soupe de jus de lime

• 1 c. à soupe de miel

• 1 c. à thé de paprika

• 2 tasses de maïs en grains

• 1 grosse tomate épépinée et coupée en petits dés

• 1 oignon rouge haché

• 1 poivron rouge coupé en dés

• 1 avocat pelé et coupé en dés

• 2 c. à soupe de persil haché (ou de coriandre)

• Sel et poivre au goût

Préparation

1. Dans un petit bol, bien mélanger l’huile, le jus de lime, le miel et le paprika.

2. Dans un grand bol, touiller le maïs, la tomate, l’oignon, le poivron, l’avocat et le persil.

3. Verser le mélange d’huile sur les légumes et bien mélanger. Saler et poivrer au goût.

Quel maïs privilégier?

Le maïs grillé ou légèrement bouilli convient parfaitement, tout comme le maïs congelé cuit selon les instructions. Le maïs en conserve est toutefois déconseillé pour son manque de croquant et sa teneur élevée en sodium.

SEAWAY ÉVÉNEMENTS COMMUNAUTAIRES

CONCERT GRATUIT ! PARC LAMOUREUX BANDHELL. Sam. 3 juin 10 h 30 - 11 h 30 Musique par Cornwall New Horizons Band. Venez vous amuser.

CHILD HAVEN INTERNATIONAL invite tout le monde à une soirée fraises le dimanche 11 juin, de 15 h à 17 h. Renseignements : Elaine au 613 330 3117.

TRI-COUNTY COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION

Session mensuelle de danse/jam et dîner le sam. 3 juin de 14 h à 20 h 30. Apportez vos instruments et vos chaussures de danse. Salle du canton de South Stormont, 2, chemin Mille Roches, Long Sault. Info : Elaine 613-362-0173.

CORNWALL QUILTING GUILD organise un voyage en autobus pour se rendre à l’exposition de courtepointes d’automne de Smith, le sam. 8 juillet. Quelques places sont encore disponibles. Renseignements : Barb au 613-360-8079.

Journée mondiale du tricot en public sam. 10 juin de 9 h 30 à 17 h 30 au Cornwall Square. Apportez votre projet de tricot, de crochet, de filage ou de tissage.

La prochaine réunion de la MARTINTOWN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY aura lieu le mercredi 7 juin à 18h30. Le sujet est “ Le jardinage des fleurs coupées “ avec Leslie-Anne McDonald.

Renseignements : 613-534-8300

GROUPE DE SOUTIEN AUX SURVIVANTS D’AVC, La réunion mensuelle de Cornwall et de la région aura lieu le mercredi 7 juin à 18 h 30 au Centre Benson (salle McEwen). Tous les survivants d’un

AVC et les aidants sont les bienvenus. Info : Deena 613-936-8784 ou courriel : deenadufresne592@ gmail.com

SEAWAY SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB présente Birds in your Backyard avec Mike Chegrinec le mardi 13 juin de 13 h à 15 h dans la salle Oak. Inscription et information : 613-932-4969 ou seaayseniors@ gmail.com.

DÉFI DE LA COURSE AMAZING à la foire de Maxville le vendredi 23 juin. 1000$ à l’équipe gagnante. Informations : www.maxvillefair.ca

CORNWALL LIONS CLUB LOBSTERFEST, 15e événement annuel, le vendredi 16 juin au Best Western Parkway Inn, salle Cabaret. Repas servi à 19 heures. Informations ou billets : Wayne à wayne. locke@hotmail.com

CORNWALL ROAD WARRIORS CAR CLUB Première exposition annuelle de voitures pour la fête des pères, le 18 juin de 9 h à 15 h au 1150, chemin Montréal.

DANSE SOCIALE le premier vendredi du mois de 19 h à 22 h au Centre Charles-Émile-Claude 146, avenue Chevrier. Danses le 2 juin. Info : Dennis 613-618-7684.

DINER ET DANSE DE MUSIQUE COUNTRY

CLASSIQUE Le 10 juin au Club Lion de Bonville à 18 h. Longe de porc, salade et dessert. Longe de porc, salade et dessert. Info Marland 613-936-3625.

ST. LAWRENCE SENIORS BINGO à ANAF Les lundis et jeudis. Les portes ouvrent à 10 h. Le bingo commence à 12 h. Le bingo commence à 12 h. Tout le monde est le bienvenu.

though the 2023 edition as it highlights why Cornwall continues to be a great place to live, work, and play.”

The 116-page magazine includes feature articles on a variety of topics. Some of the key stories include:

• My Canadian Springs

– A Newcomer’s Journey to Canada – and Cornwall

• Million Dollar Mentor

– A profile on entrepreneur Marc Lafleur

• Showcasing Culture Through Fashion

– A profile on Akwesasne designer Niio Perkins

• Apartment Living in Cornwall

• Running in Honour

– A profile on ultra-distance runner Ian Callan

• The Cornwall Fun Guide

• Cycling the Riverside Trail – A Safety Guide

• The Doors of Cornwall – A Pictorial

• Remarkable Reads by Cornwall Authors

• Share This

– Dozens of photos from local residents

• An 8-page section in French that profiles the local Francophone community and many more…

More than anything else, Cornwall Living profiles the success of individuals in all walks of life.

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