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Shortly after officially opening their new premises earlier this year, Beyond 21 was forced to transition back to providing their services online only due to the new province wide lockdown and stay-at-home order. de Wit said that Beyond 21 has still tried to engage as much as they can with their participants, most recently by bringing them the necessary ingredients to make pizza dough, which they did as a group online.

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Pictured from left-to-right are Jessica D’Amour, Administrative Assistant with the Seaway Valley Health Centre, Beyond 21 Executive Director Alex de Wit, and Seaway Valley Health Centre Manager of Primary Care Lianne Clouthier, which is holding an empty bottle of Moderna vaccine. A vaccine clinic was held for Beyond 21 participants at their facility on Pitt St. on Wednesday, April 21.

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CORNWALL, Ontario – Beyond 21, in partnership with the Seaway Valley Health Centre held a COVID-19 vaccine clinic for their participants on Wednesday, April 21, 2021.

The Hub for Beyond 21 is an organization for adults with developmental disabilities. The organization aims at keeping these adults connected with their community and active after they have left the

school system.

Individuals with developmental disabilities are classified as being at high risk for complications from COVID-19 and are included in the province’s Phase 2 of their vaccine distribution plan.

Beyond 21 distributed over 60 doses of the Moderna version of the COVID-19 vaccine, which Beyond 21 Executive Director Alex de Wit said was enough to vaccinate all of their participants as well as some individuals who are on their wait list.

The vaccine was distributed at Beyond 21’s facility on Pitt St. in Cornwall with the assistance of staff from the Seaway Valley Health Centre. de Wit explained why he felt that it was important for Beyond 21’s participants to receive their vaccine.

“I can’t stress enough how isolated some of our participants have felt over the past year,” he said. de Wit said that the participants of Beyond 21 were typically isolated before the

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Pictured from left-to-right are Seaway News General Manager Rick Shaver, and Editor Nick Seebruch (Photo by Colleen Parette).

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Cornwall Seaway News is pleased to announce that it has been recognized with six awards for its work during 2020.

Today, Friday, April 23, the Ontario Community Newspaper Association (OCNA) announced the winners of their annual Better Newspapers Competition (BNC).

Seaway News was nominated for Best News Story (second place), Best Rural Story (third place), Best Photo Layout (first place), Best In-House Promotion (second place), Best Vertical Product (second place) and Best Website (third place).

“It is an honour just to be nominated,” said Editor Nick Seebruch. “These awards show the real depth and breadth of our coverage across a tumultuous year. I think that our team rose to the challenges that 2020 presented us, and served our community, Cornwall and the surrounding area, quite well.

The awards we won, and the categories for which we weren’t nominated serve as a bar for us to reach and surpass next year.”

So much of what Seaway News accomplished to attain these awards was done by a team of people. General Manager Rick Shaver

said that he was proud of the work that he and his team achieved over the past year and stated that everyone contributed something to make Seaway News’ success possible.

“I want to thank Kim Poirier-Froats and Colleen Parette in our layout department, Jennifer Mayer our Sales Coordinator, our Editor Nick Seebruch and our Sales Team of Steve Jasmin, Bill Begin, and Guy Coté for their dedication and efforts this past year,” said Shaver. “We take pride in all of our work, and major projects such as TASTE magazine not be possible without a real team effort.”

The 2019 edition of TASTE magazine produced by Seaway News was the third in our series of TASTE publications started by former sales manager Patrick Larose, with a great effort by Matt Girgis and sales team and Seaway News editorial staff.

Seaway News will endeavour to continue to tell the stories of the residents of Cornwall, SD&G and Akwesasne every week in our paper, and every day on our website www. cornwallseawaynews.com This outlet will also continue to serve as the best platform to advertise and promote local businesses which are the lifeblood of our community.

ONTARIO – In a press conference on Monday, April 26 the Ontario Council of Hospital Unions (OCHU) called on more resources for hospitals across the province.

According to metrics provided by the OCHU, Ontario hospitals are falling behind the national average. OCHU data shows that Ontario has 45,000 fewer hospital staff members than the national average.

The OCHU data also shows that Ontario has one of the fewest numbers of hospital beds per 1,000 residents at 2.2, compared to Alberta at 2.58.

“Even before the pandemic, people were being sent home from hospital. They were turned away when they were still seriously ill,” said Ontario Council of Hospital Unions (OCHU) President Michael Hurley.

“With the pandemic, Ontario has been forced into some terrible choices.”

The OCHU called on the province to end “hallway medicine” and provide for greater staffing numbers in hospitals.

A press release from Progressive Conservative MPP Jim McDonell stated that his government had recently amended the COVID-19 regulations governing healthcare workers, which limited them to working at a single facility. The amendment allows long-term care facility workers who have been fully vaccinated

Michael Hurley, President of the Ontario Council of Hospital Unions (OCHU). against the COVID-19 virus to work in multiple long-term care facilities or other healthcare settings.

Doug Allan, a Research Representative with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) stated that this was evidence of how far behind the Ontario healthcare system really is and how in need the system is for more workers.

In the provincial budget that was recently passed, the government promised $1.4 billion for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for hospital workers, and $5.4 billion to create an additional 3,100 hospital beds.

SDSG MP slams federal budget NICK SEEBRUCH

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CORNWALL, Ontario – Stormont, Dundas, South Glengarry Conservative MP Eric Duncan released a statement highly critical of the Federal Liberal Government’s latest budget, their first national budget in two years.

“I am very concerned about the unsustainable spending levels proposed by the government. We are now over $1 trillion in debt, including adding another $155 billion this year alone. For context, every single woman, man and child in Canada now owes $33,000 in debt- and it is expected to grow even more in the forecasts provided in the budget,” reads a statement from MP Duncan’s office.

However, the Liberal budget document shows the current budget deficit at $354 billion for the 2020-2021 budget year, with their forecasts projecting that the deficit will fall to $30.7 billion by 2025-2026.

The federal budget also proposes a series of ambitious initiatives including a $15 an hour federal minimum wage, $10 a day childcare by 2025-2026, $18 billion for “safer” and “healthier” Indigenous communities.

Duncan criticized these goals as recycled Liberal promises.

“The budget also re-promises numerous ideas, including a pledge to address child care. This is the 9th time that this

pledge has been made by a Liberal government since 1993, and every time they have failed to deliver on their promises,” Duncan stated.

Duncan stated that the federal budget did not provide any timelines or resources to begin safely re-opening Canada’s economy, however, the budget does assign $101.4 billion over three years to support economic recovery and a transition to a green economy.

Duncan criticized this investment as an unrealistic excess.

“Right now, we need to focus on getting through the pandemic and get our businesses opened immediately to start an economic recovery. Our federal government needs a realistic spending plan- and this budget does the opposite by adding over $100 billion in new spending,” Duncan states.

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Spring is here and the virus is still present in our daily lives. I understand the frustration for business owners and families. We need to get more vaccines into our region because until most of us are vaccinated, the virus will continue to spread.

That is why I have been working hard with our senior government officials and the Eastern Ontario Health Unit to find better ways to ensure our rural community is not forgotten. We will continue to look out for the best interests of South Glengarry, continue to push for more vaccine locations and continue to lobby for fair practices for all businesses.

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The entrance to the Peanut Line at Boundary Rd. (Nick Seebruch/ Seaway News).

South Glengaryy undertaking maintenance of Peanut Line NICK SEEBRUCH

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Ontario’s COVID-19 vaccine plan is helping to stop the spread and save lives.

Thousands of people across the province are getting vaccinated every day.

As vaccinations continue, we need to stay the course to protect those we love.

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SOUTH GLENGARRY, Ontario – The Township of South Glengarry is currently undertaking ongoing maintenance of the Peanut Line.

The former Canadian Pacific rail line that runs the length of South Glengarry from the Quebec border to Boundary Rd. has recently become an area of renewed focus for the Township as they develop a master plan to determine the future use of the recreational trail.

In the meantime, the municipality has begun maintenance work along the trail which has included the removal of downed or overhanging branches, and the removal of other vegetation.

The Township of South Glengarry states that they will continue to work on improving the surface of the trail throughout the summer.

The Township shared the following key facts about the Peanut Line on Monday, April 26.

-The Township recognizes the Peanut Line as an important natural asset in our community that offers residents a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities, including, motorized sports, walking, jogging, cross country

skiing, and equestrian etc.

-In 2009, the Township of South Glengarry purchased the former rail bed from the Canadian Pacific Railway commonly known as the “Peanut Line” which is located in the South Glengarry bordered by Boundary Road on the west running north east to the Quebec border.

-At the time of purchase, the plan was to develop a comprehensive Trail Master Plan to design, construct and maintain the Peanut Line to the highest standards and ensure the protection of the natural environment while offering safe and enjoyable recreational opportunities for all trail users.

-Recently, Council has taken the important steps to complete the Trail Master Plan and has directed Administration to prepare a Request for Proposal which will include intensive community consultation.

-In 2021, the Township Recreation department, with the support of Council began the process of cleaning up the trail, leveling out widely used portions and to remove obstructive overgrowth.

-The current maintenance initiatives do not include paving the trail in any form and future plans will come directly from the Peanut Line study.

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program – Every Dollar Counts Challenge during the month of May. I challenge you to shop locally whenever possible. For each South Glengarry purchase you make, fill in a ballot on the Township website for a chance to win a South Glengarry gift certificate. We recognize that many residents are sticking close to home and this challenge is designed to encourage as many dollars as possible to stay in our community as we stand behind our neighbours.

The pandemic has not slowed down the good work at the Township office! Our building department has seen an increase in new permits for new development and residential additions. Our recreation department is actively working on getting our outdoor spaces ready for the nicer weather. Administration has introduced new modern digital tools to enhance customer service and create more efficient communication timelines and we are just wrapping up a much-needed Township Office renovation which will create more accessible space for all.

In closing, please continue to follow public health guidelines, stay close to home and enjoy the beautiful weather.

River Institute elects new board members

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for their Adopt-a-Street volunteers including high visibility vests, grabbers, gloves, and garbage bags.

Volunteers can register for the Adopt-aStreet program online or by getting a registration form at the Cornwall Public Library. The Cornwall Public Library will also be distributing Adopt-a-Street equipment to volunteers.

“As always the Cornwall Public Library is proud to partner with the City of Cornwall in this ongoing beautification project. Why not turn it into a family friendly outing to teach our children the importance and commitment to our environment,” said Helen McCutcheon, CEO/Chief Librarian, Cornwall Public Library.

CORNWALL, Ontario – The River Institute recently held its 27th Annual General Meeting and is pleased to announce the Board of Directors for 2021-2022: Trea Tuck (Chair), Glen Grant (Vice Chair), Jackie Baird (Treasurer), Stephen Alexander (Secretary), Jennifer Haley, Kirsten Gardner, Todd Bennett, Chief April Adams Philips, John Gleed, Diana Rourke, Debora Daigle, Scott Gagnon, Jean Marc Gladu, Mireille Lemire, and Scott Lecky.

“I look forward to the year ahead as the River Institute Chair,” stated Trea Tuck, newly elected Chair of the Board, “As we continue to deal with the challenges of Covid-19, the environment must remain a priority. The River Institute’s new strategic plan will ensure that the organization remains at the forefront of scientific research, ecosystem monitoring, and educational outreach.”

Dr. Jeff Ridal, Executive Director, is pleased to welcome new members to the Board, and thankful to the continuing members for their commitment. “Since it began, the River Institute has benefitted from the guidance and vision of its Board of Directors,” he stated, “I am honoured and grateful for their support, and I look forward to another year of work with our Great River community.”

The River Institute staff will present a ‘Year in Review’ talk for the upcoming Science and Nature Untapped speaker series event on May 5 at 7pm. This presentation will be accessible live online: www.riverinstitute/ ontap/. Everyone is welcome to join.

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TRI-COUNTY LITERACY COUNCIL is offering a free online class: You Tube for Fun or Profit. Class runs Monday to Thursday 10am to 11:30am for 3 weeks, starting May 10, 2021. Computer, Internet, knowledge of email and basic computer skills required. To register, call 613-932-7161.

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CORNWALL, Ontario – The City of Cornwall is seeking more volunteers for their Adopt-aStreet program.

The program encourages volunteers to clean a section of an adopted street or sidewalk at least once a month.

“Everyone who participates in the program shows their civic pride and everyone benefits from a cleaner and more attractive community as a result of this significant collective effort,” said Pam Carson, one of Adopt-aStreet’s volunteer coordinators.

The City provides all essential equipment

Trea Tuck, newly elected River Institute Board Chair. Submitted photo.

The River Institute was established in 1994 as a unique community partnership involving the City of Cornwall, government, education, business and industry, and the Mohawks of Akwesasne. Its mandate is environmental research and education with a focus on the Great Lakes / St. Lawrence River ecosystem.

As a non-profit charitable organization, the River Institute raises its own funds for all essential costs, including salaries, administration, overhead, and operations. To support the River Institute visit https://www.riverinstitute.ca/donate/

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SEAWAY SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB is presently closed for on-site activities, but we are pleased to continue offering virtual activities by Zoom and/or telephone. Activities include: fitness/exercise, choir, guitar jamming and trivia as well as special presentations of interest to seniors. Check our monthly activity calendars on our website or Facebook page for dates and times.

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CORNWALL, Ontario – The Eastern Ontario Agri-Food Network (EOAN) has launched a new e-commerce platform to connect its member food producers and farmers with local consumers.

The platform has been created with the Kitchener, Ontario based Local Line food sales distribution software.

“Close on the heels of three-way regional funding earlier this year, today’s program launch is a pivotal moment in the EOAN’s history. Our members produce quality local food and beverages but marketing them to a wide audience has always been a challenge,” said EOAN President Michel Villeneuve. “Now, they will benefit from a greatly enhanced product visibility as they embark in a collective marketing strategy. Moreover, Local Line will offer technical support, all this at an affordable price. As for consumers, they will be able to see at a glance – whether on their computer screen or mobile device – the producers, the farmers markets, and what products and beverages they can buy.”

Earlier in 2021 EOAN received funding from the City of Cornwall, the United Counties of SD&G, and the United Counties of PrescottRussell. The City of Cornwall and the United Counties of SD&G both chose to contribute $25,000 annually to EOAN, while the United Counties of Prescott-Russell will be contributing $40,000.

“The pandemic has forced people to turn to neighbours, to seek products, services, and activities that they enjoy locally. This also applies to their search for food. More than ever, ‘local food’ is becoming paramount in establishing meaningful relationships and sourcing healthy food. With the advent of Local Line and all the visibility it will offer to producers and farmers’ markets, now is a good time to become an EOAN member,” said EOAN Executive Director Tom Manley.

The new e-commerce platform will launch on May 1. To learn more, visit the EOAN website.

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A distinct change has occurred in our modern society as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Finding ways to stay at home rather than going out has become the trend, and this extends to our work lives, and for students, their school lives as well.

Earlier this month, the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) the largest school board in the region saw their trustees undertake a serious discussion of what to do about remote learning after the pandemic.

The Ontario Ministry of Education has already made some serious indications that they intended to allow school boards to continue to offer full-time remote learning as an option for students after the pandemic is over.

This raised some serious concerns for UCDSB trustees, but the wheels are already in motion and whether they like it or not, I don’t think remote learning is going anywhere.

Speaking, I think, to more than just the audience in the room at their meeting on April 14 Board Chair John McAllister summed up the upheaval that public education is about to face.

“E-Learning could become a reality to the point where students will not have to take courses in-person, in-school,” McAllister said. “And what this really means is that some of our small schools may close. I want our municipal leaders to know that because this is important.”

He added “if we do not have people in bricks and mortar schools, where I believe the best learning occurs, then we are in trouble.”

In just a few lines I think McAllister perfectly explained the temptation and the pitfalls that remote learning will present to school boards across North America and potentially across the world.

One of if not the biggest expense for school boards is their brick and mortar buildings. Not too long ago in 2016 the UCDSB undertook a Pupil Accommodation Review (PAR) and moved to close and consolidate a number of their schools as a cost saving measure, with only a few ultimately being closed for good.

The idea of cutting out the biggest expense from your budget would be a major temptation to any administrator, and whether that is the intention of the UCDSB or not, I think that at least some of their contemporaries in other boards might fall to that temptation, and when something starts becoming a new standard, it can be a Herculean task to fight against that current.

McAllister clearly has a preference for in-person learning, and his Board’s own data seems support that belief.

At the end of March the UCDSB released testing and grade data for high school students and found that for Quadmester 2 for Grade 9-12 students 96 per cent of in-person students successfully completed their courses, while for online synchronous students, that number fell to 85 per cent. These numbers would indicate that in-person learning is still a successful form for delivering education, but, as we learned from the PAR experience, grades aren’t always a deciding factor. Several of the schools slated for closure in 2016 had some of the best grades in the region.

There is definitely more than just grades to consider when looking at the advantages and disadvantages of remote learning. I am currently working on a story about how mental health has been impacted by the pandemic, and I have spoken with leaders in crisis organizations in the Cornwall area who are concerned, especially that children, are experiencing more abuse because they are stuck at home. I am still working on fully investigating this issue, but the mental health, safety, and social development of children when they are no longer in the classroom should be seriously studied before the province moves to make remote learning a permanent option for parents going forward.

That being said, much like remote work, I think remote learning really isn’t going to go away. I just hope that all of the impacts of that decision are carefully examined before school boards begin to give into the temptation of dollars and start closing any schools.

What do you think readers? What is the future of education? Email me a Letter to the Editor at nseebruch@seawaynews.media

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Vaccine distribution hamstrung by low supply, McDonell tells United Counties NICK SEEBRUCH

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CORNWALL, Ontario – In a Special Meeting of the United Counties of SD&G Council, Stormont, Dundas, South Glengarry MPP Jim McDonell was grilled by councillors about the COVID-19 vaccine distribution in the region.

Councillor Allan Armstrong, Deputy Mayor of North Dundas questioned McDonell about the number of pharmacies in the Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU) region when compared to the neighbouring health unit region in Leeds-Grenville-Lanark.

The EOHU region has just six pharmacies giving out the AstraZeneca vaccine, while they neighbouring health unit, which has a smaller population, has 24.

Dr. Paul Roumeliotis, Medical Officer of Health with the EOHU stated that he was not happy with how the Ontario Ministry of Health chose to implement the pharmacy program.

“I am extremely upset. I had to beg for three pharmacies at the beginning. We were never given a choice where the pharmacies would be,” he said.

McDonell explained that he was not happy with how the pharmacy program was being rolled out either.

“I was not happy with the roll out, no question. It took two weeks of lobbying (to get pharmacies in Cornwall),” he said. “Those sites were chosen by the Ministry of Health.

I was disappointed that they didn’t consult with the medical officer of health.”

The two pharmacies in Cornwall that are authorized to distribute the vaccine do not

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MPP Jim McDonell during a Special Meeting of United Counties of SD&G Council on Wednesday, April 21. have any supply. McDonell said that the federal government has been inconsistent in their delivery of the COVID-19 vaccine, and without more vaccine supply, the province will not be able to add more pharmacies to the program.

“Every pharmacy that gives out the flu vaccine is on the list for this program, but it is based on supply,” McDonell said. “My real beef with the federal government . . . is I wish they would just level with us. Just level with us, let us know what is coming in.”

McDonell explained that the federal government had told the province that more vaccine doses should be received by the end of May, but that they had since updated that timeline to the end of the financial quarter, which could mean the end of June.

NDP should want Ford left in the game Claude McIntosh Mac’s Musings

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In the early months of ‘The Plague’, Doug Ford was firing on all cylinders in Ferrari-like fashion, stealing the NDP’s thunder by spending money as fast as it could be printed.

Then along came a nemesis called the Fickle Finger of Fate.

Today, Premier Ford is more akin to an Edsel lumbering along on its rims.

It is the same Fickle Finger that whacked New York State Gov. Andrew Cuomo. The huggy-huggy gov is clinging to power by his finger nails after being heralded as a potential presidential candidate in 2024 for his perceived pandemic leadership.

While his leadership in the pandemic was being praised across the political landscape, Ford’s tormentors were desperately searching their quivers for a poison arrow that would slay him.

At the start of this month things started to unravel and it blew up with a dumb – make that really dumb - decision to turn the police loose on the locked down public and to order parks to be shut down.

Faced with a ferocious backlash, Ford did an emotional mea culpa. He did something most politicians, or any of us for that matter, find hard to do; he admitted he made a huge mistake.

New Democratic Party Leader Andrea Horwath and the usual anti-Conservative suspects seized the moment and launched a call for Ford to turn in his keys to the premier’s office. He is unfit to lead the province, they

screamed. Be gone. Get out of town.

But isn’t this sort of dumb?

If Ford is the huge liability Horwath and friends say he is, why do they want him tarred and feathered and run out of town with a provincial election coming up in June 2022?

If they really believe Ford is damaged goods and could be the gift that keeps on giving, you would think they would want to keep him in the game. They can’t believe that they would have a better chance with Christine Elliott quarterbacking the Blue Machine.

Talk about being careful what one seeketh.

HERE AND THERE: Among the things you don’t hear or read about: There have been 103 law enforcement officers in the United States killed in the line of duty since Jan. 1. ... Methinks that when the dust settles on the pending federal election and New Democrats look at the Ontario and Quebec results they might regret replacing Thomas Mulcair with the more radical Jagmeet Singh. ... It hasn’t been around as long as the world’s oldest profession, but the art of buying votes with the voters’ money still works. ... Scary thought: What if an virus variant rears its ugly head a few weeks after the lock down ends? ... The death of a 13-year-old Chicago boy (shot by a police officer) is tragic but buried in the outcry is this question: What is a 13-year-old doing with a loaded handgun? ...

Wonder if the former federal Liberal cabinet minister who once called out our friends south of the border as a bunch of “American bastards” still feels that way after the Yanks announced they were sending hundreds of thousands of doses of COVID-19 vaccine to Canada. ... Is there a bigger waste of three hours than the Oscars/fashion show?

THIS WEEK IN 1970: Bus service on Sundays and holidays became a thing of the

past as Cornwall Street Railway Light & Power Co said it could no longer afford to moneylosing service. The company said the transit service was running a $240,000 deficit. The reduced service would reduce the deficit to $140,000. Ten drivers were given layoff notices. The company was not expected to renew its contract with the city at the end of the year. ... In a strange twist, a man appearing before Judge Michael Fitzpatrick on a public intoxication charge didn’t get the three-month jail sentence he wanted. Instead, he was given 60 days. ... The 54 members of the Cornwall Firefighters Association received an across-the-board $1,700 raise in a new two-year contract which increased the annual salary for a first-class firefighter to $8,979 (about $91,000 less than today). Vacation time was increased to three weeks for firefighters with 10-20 years service and four weeks for those with more than 20 years on the job. ... Crown attorney Malcolm MacDonald said a strong message needed to be sent to Quebec bank robbers who pegged Eastern Ontario banks as easy targets. Judge Michael Fitzpatrick agreed and gave a Quebec man who took part in the armed robbery of a Finch bank a stiff sevenyear prison sentence. ... With mercury levels in the St. Lawrence River going through the roof, the Ontario government banned commercial fishing east of the Robert Saunders Generating Station and the Quebec border. ... Mayor Nick Kaneb attempted to put a positive spin on the city’s 18.5 per cent unemployment rate, far above the provincial average of 5 per cent. The mayor said it meant that there was a large labour pool available and an abundance of industrial space. The industrial commissioner of the day took it one step farther when he told a

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CBC interviewer that on the “positive side” the city had 82 per cent employment. ... Bill Snelgrove was named St. Lawrence College Roadrunners hockey team’s most valuable player. ... Jim Freeman was named coach of the year at the annual Cornwall Minor Hockey Association awards night. ... Janet Cheetham, Gerald Snyder and David Eamer were sportsmanship award winners at the Olympia Bowl Youth Bowling Council awards event. ...

Health Minister Thomas Wells cut the ribbon at the official opening of the new Cornwall General Hospital wing. ... Guaranty Trust, 154 Pitt St., savings accounts earned 6.75 per cent interest, while a GIC at Commonwealth Savings, 6 Second St. E., had 8.75 per cent interest. ... The Red and White Food Market was open at the Long Sault Shopping Centre.

SPORTS STUFF: Wonder who will be coaching Columbus Blue Jackets next season? It sure won’t be John Tortorella. ...

The Ontario Hockey League finally threw in the towel on trying to get the season started.

The Western loop also called it quits but the Quebec circuit keeps on skating. For the second season, there will be no Memorial Cup tournament.

TRIVIA: This ship sank in the St. Lawrence River east of Morrisburg on July 14, 1970, killing nine crew members.

TRIVIA ANSWER: The driver demerit points system was launched in Ontario on April 1, 1959.

QUOTED: “Children must be taught how to think, not what to think.” - Margaret Mead ONE FINAL THING: Randy Hillier, the antimask/anti lockdown high priest, last week was ticketed by police at an outdoor protest.

Instead of fining him, a judge should sentence him to a shift in the critical care unit of an over-run Toronto hospital.

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Up until March 20, 2020, bank entrances had this posting: “Please remove face covering before entering”. If someone were to enter wearing a face mask, tellers would furtively reach for the silent alarm button.

Up until March, 2020, Western Society had been tsk, tsking the Muslim World for subjugating their women by forcing them to wear face masks.

Up until March, 2020, only pilots of CF-18s flying at 30,000’ and industrial workers exposed to dusty environments wore face masks.

Rioters used to wear masks just to hide their identity and to filter out the effects of tear gas. As of March, 2020, they have yet another reason to wear masks. Unfortunately, the effectiveness of facial recognition technology that has been useful in identifying criminal suspects has been stymied by our use of facemasks.

Ever since March, 2020, I’m sure lipstick sales of L’Oreal, Revlon and Maybelline have plummeted. Morning make-up time has been cut in half. Men’s need to be close-shaven has been drastically reduced. The shaving equipment of Gillette, Ronson, Braun, Norelco and Bic must be gathering dust on the department store shelves.

Fashionistas now have a new way of making us buy their wares. There are face masks with slogans, ones that have pretend facial features, ones that try to imitate the looks of the famous of Hollywood and the infamous of politics and history.

Unfortunately, the blue disposables have become the new litter, joining the fast-food containers, the coffee cups and the bagged and un-bagged doggy poo.

Oh, how things have changed! Want to make a bill payment at the bank? Not unless you’re wearing a mask! Muslim women with their niqabs were centuries ahead of the times. I’m sure high-altitude pilots had no problem adjusting to N95s or any other nose and mouth covering. The workers in coal mines, aggregate crushing plants and saw mills felt no inconvenience or sense of

POST WW II, BUT PRE-COVID: If these B-24 Liberator pilots were flying during WW II they’d be at high altitude and wearing oxygen masks. However, they’re shown here at low altitude, in 2006, pre-COVID days: no mask of either kind necessary, no six-foot separation. (Photo by Nick Wolochatiuk) oppression when they had to mask up before entering a grocery store or pharmacy.

Individual rights activists learned to live with the NO SHIRT – NO SHOES – NO

SERVICE edict. Too many are still reluctant to accept the NO MASK – NO SERVICE policy. It’s for everyone else’s good, not just theirs.

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ACROSS 1. Seek the affection of 4. Circle segments 8. Marshes 12. Hem’s partner 13. Bath need 14. Diabolic 15. Neighbor of Texas 17. Grand party 18. Toddler 19. Christmas decoration 20. Subside 23. Ruckus 25. To the briny 26. Hit hard 27. Took a load off 30. Ship 32. Curiously 34. Some are personal 35. Three-piece-suit part 37. Clean erasers 38. Certain amphibian

39. Red bloom 40. Daddies 43. Saber’s kin 46. Malt drinks 47. Cheerio!

51. Pinch 52. Favorite star 53. Anguish 54. Virginia dance 55. Sports facilities 56. Humpty Dumpty, e.g.

11. Do in, as a dragon 16. Book of maps 19. Santa’s comment 20. Volcano output 21. Hired 22. Minus 24. “____ It a Pity?”

26. Blustered 27. Fodder storage area 28. Regretful word 29. Sort 31. Preceding nights

33. Threaded nail 36. Consistent 38. Medicated spray 40. Two of a kind 41. Shampoo ingredient 42. Bowler Weber 44. Teenage dance 45. Snakelike fish 47. ____ Newton 48. Wool grower 49. Skipper’s diary 50. Lower limb

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

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ARIES: You’ll expand your social circle.

You’ll be responsible for organizing a professional or social event that brings together people you care about for an enriching experience.

TAURUS: You’ll be able to take action on important projects both at work and at home. You’ll also come up with the down payment you need to buy a property.

GEMINI: You’ll take time to plan your next vacation. You might also want to take advantage of the summer to register in a training program that will advance your career.

CANCER: Now is the time to reflect on what makes you happy and what you dislike. You’ll spend a lot of time weighing pros and cons. Only then will you be able to make the right decision.

LEO: At work, it’s possible that you’ll need to step in to resolve a conflict. Your personality and thoughtfulness will allow you to find concrete solutions that address all the details.

VIRGO: You’ll have a lot of work on your plate, with plenty of details to consider.

Before summer, you’ll start a diet that gets quick results. You’ll be quite proud of your hard work.

LIBRA: Allergy season is starting, and you may experience some discomfort. A healthy diet will help minimize your symptoms as well as other ailments like heartburn.

SCORPIO: You might find out about a move or birth in the family. If your children have left home, you’ll start to seriously consider selling your house.

SAGITTARIUS: You won’t stand idly by if you witness some form of injustice. You won’t hesitate to shout it from the rooftops, and you’ll become actively involved in trying to correct the situation.

CAPRICORN: Your friends will talk you into going shopping. You’ll also spoil yourself with a therapeutic or re- laxation treatment that will dramatically improve your health.

AQUARIUS: If you’ve committed yourself to a long-term project, concrete results will begin to take shape. You’ll put together a team to support you in a personal or professional undertaking.

PISCES: Maintaining your health requires rest. You must do something to relax and let go before taking on anything else. You’ll also need to manage your time better.

Contest to get kids writing NICK SEEBRUCH

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CORNWALL, Ontario – The recently launched Cornwall Goslings Initiative is undertaking a contest to get kids writing.

The Goslings Initiative was launched by Sarah Silman and her partner Daniel earlier this month with the goal of encouraging more youth to write.

The contest the Goslings Initiative is currently running challenges kids who will be between the ages of 10 and 12 on May 31 to write a short essay on what in Cornwall brings them joy.

The submissions should be between 250 and 500 words and the authors must live in

the City of Cornwall, United Counties of SD&G, or Akwesasne. Submissions can be emailed to enter@cornwallgoslings.ca “We wanted to start this initiative because the children out there who are going to grow up and become writers, repor ters, editors, researchers, or any other job that involves writing, need all the opportunities they can get to practice.

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CORNWALL, Ontario – Dr. Paul Roumeliotis, Medical Officer of Health for the Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU) shared some positive news in his bi-weekly media conference call on Monday, April 26.

The EOHU is starting to see the curve of new COVID-19 cases trending downwards after peaking at around Easter.

The region currently sits at a seven-day rolling average of 85.1 new COVID-19 cases, down from a peak of 154.1 on the week of April 15.

“I was pleasantly surprise,” Dr. Roumeliotis said. “I think this is the manifestation of the stay-at-home orders and other measures.”

Dr. Roumeliotis encouraged the public to continue to abide by the stay-at-home order and other lockdown measures to see the downward trend continue “I say ‘only’ but we ‘only’ had 52 new cases from this past weekend,” he said.

The province wide stay-at-home order and lockdown is planned to continue until May 25.

If the lockdown were to end today, the EOHU would still be in a lockdown based on its seven-day rolling average, but Dr. Roumeliotis was hopeful that by May 25 some restrictions may be able to be lifted.

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Dr. Roumeliotis did state however that overall, the EOHU region was receiving the same per-capita amount of vaccine as other health unit regions.

As of Monday, April 26, there are 357 active COVID-19 cases in the region. There are 117 active cases in Cornwall, 18 in the northern portion of Akwesasne, 14 in South Glengarry, 23 in South Stormont, two in South Dundas, eight in North Dundas, nine in North Stormont, 11 in North Glengarry, zero in East Hawkesbury, 13 in Hawkesbury, 13 in Champlain, 13 in The Nation, 15 in Casselman, 19 in Russell, 62 in Clarence-Rockland, and 22 in Alfred and Plantagenet.

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There have been 100 deaths due to COVID-19 in the region since March of 2020.

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CORNWALL, Ontario – Cornwall City Council received the final draft of the new 10-year Recreation Master Plan at their meeting on Monday, April 26.

The plan provides 70 recommendations to serve as a guide for the city in developing recreation amenities over the next decade. The plan was prepared by the city’s Parks and Recreation department with help from Monteith Brown Planning Consultants (MBPC). The plan also received a high amount of public feedback, with a survey put out by the city receiving 1,500 responses, which was deemed as being high by Steve Langois of MBPC. Some members of Council praised some of the ideas brought forward in the report, including a new pickleball complex, replacing the skate park, and reconstituting the Recreation Advisory Committee.

Some areas of concern included recommendations to move the football field at Joe St. Denis field and the ball diamonds at Legion Park to the Benson Centre.

“I have some concerns about potential moving those. I’d like to hear more from those groups on that. I know there’s some discussion, at least among the baseball community that are against moving them,” said Councillor Justin Towndale. “We don’t own land around the Benson Centre, so we’d have to purchase land, create the new fields, etc.

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We’d also be moving everything to the west end of town, where these facilities are, for example they’re more in the centre of town, and I think that raises an accessibility question. I don’t like stacking everything in one location, that’s just me. I think that creates access issues in some cases.”

Langois responded that further consultation with those groups should be pursued.

“Broadly, in terms of any sports field changes, the plan recommends further consultation. It does take a village to make these proposals successful,” he said.

Dean Hollingsworth was the only Councillor to vote against accepting the new Master Plan specifically because of the recommendations regarding Joe St. Denis field.

“They didn’t strike me as excited,” commented Hollingsworth, referring to conversations he’s had with club members that use the field. “That being said, I’m not completely enamoured with the plan vis-a-vis the football fields.”

Hollingsworth also wanted to see more support for basketball.

“My little experience with the basketball folks is that the schools always put school events before community events and rightfully so, they’re schools first. So it becomes challenging to run a program when you are stick handling around what a school wants to do,” he said. “So to suggest we’re not going to worry about a gym because we have schools, that’s not really how it works in my experience.”

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• Completion of Grade 12 education plus a one-year College Certificate or Diploma in a related field including office administration, accounting and other municipal oriented education or equivalent experience.

• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in clerical, administrative and accounting practices in a public sector environment.

• Possess strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and working knowledge of computerized accounting software and internet applications.

• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in Vadim would be considered a significant asset.

• Demonstrated organizational ability and exceptional customer service skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills including superior interpersonal skills.

Qualified and interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume via email to: Cyndi DeVries, Human Resources Advisor

cdevries@southglengarry.com no later than May 7, 2021 4:00pm.

Please indicate A/R Clerk in the subject line.

A full job description can be found on the Township’s website at

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SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

In accordance with the “Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act”, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection. Accommodations of persons with disabilities are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance to the Human Resources Advisor, or designate.We thank all applicants and advise that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The mandate of the Regional Incentives Program Approvals Committee is to effectively and efficiently administer all aspects of the Regional Incentives Program of the County. Included within this mandate is the authority to approve grants under the approved program.

To serve as a member of the SDG Regional Incentives Program Approvals Committee, an individual must be: • At least 18 years old; • A Canadian citizen; and a resident of the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry; • Not employed by the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry.

The appointed lay members will attend approx. 4-6 meetings per year, with compensation of a per diem plus mileage at the County’s standard mileage rate. Face to face meetings will be minimized where possible via electronic file sharing.

Interested candidates are asked to apply in writing or by email, to:

Lay Appointments Committee United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry 26 Pitt Street, Cornwall, ON K6J 3P2 Email: tkirkpatrick@sdgcounties.ca

Applications must be received no later than 4 pm on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 (deadline extended from April 23) In your letter, please outline your experience and qualifications.

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The Township of South Glengarry is currently seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk for a fulltime unionized position. Reporting directly to the General Manager of Finance, Treasurer, the Accounts Receivable Clerk will be responsible for the collection and process of municipal revenues. The ideal candidate must have a highly positive and professional demeanor and be a self-starter, problem solving and service-oriented individual with strong attention to detail.

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For key responsibilities, qualifications and a copy of the full job description refer to our website at www.seawayvalleychc.ca/employment-opportunities.

SVCHC offers a competitive salary and benefit package, including HOOPP.

Interested candidates are invited to visit our website at www.sdgcounties.ca to obtain complete position information and instructions on how to apply. Applications will be received until 12:00 noon on Wednesday, May 19, 2021.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Seaway Valley Community Health Centre (SVCHC) is presently recruiting a full-time, permanent Office and Benefits Administrator to work as part of an interprofessional team and responsible for general office management, benefits coordination and multiple support responsibilities to the entire organization.

We thank all applicants for your interest in SVCHC but regret we can only contact those invited for an interview.

The Centre is committed to employment equity. Should you require accessibility accommodation, please call 613-930-4892 x. 104

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Cornwall Electric is a beautiful, safe and friendly growing community. Cornwall is located on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Eastern Ontario, and has everything you need to enjoy an exceptional quality of life. With a small town feel and businesses and waterfront minutes away from your front door along with new opportunities await around every corner. Cornwall is strategically situation between Kingston, the picturesque 1000 Islands and is a short drive from Ottawa/Montreal. Cornwall is an affordable place to live, and a great place to raise a family. Cornwall Electric is currently recruiting for a:

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In order to be successful in this position the candidate will require a combination of solid maintenance background, technical knowledge, willingness to learn, excellent communication skills, problem solving capabilities, and the ability to develop and maintain relationships with all levels of the organization. Adherence to all Company Health and Safety policies and procedures as well as adhere and comply with all outside legislation and standards is a must.

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We are seeking a candidate who has a great attitude and has the ability to function in a continuously demanding environment with changing and conflicting priorities. Cornwall Electric is offering this casual opportunity on an as needed basis.

The successful candidate must have the following minimum attributes, skills and qualifications: • • • • • •

TSSA Certificate of competency as Operating Engineer (Minimum 4th Class) Mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot, maintain and make repairs to keep engines running Must have a Valid Ontario “G” license with a clean driving abstract.

Must be able to work outside of normal operating hours An unrelenting commitment and passion to Health and Safety in the workplace.

Must be able to carry out the physical duties of the job

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Reporting to the Supervisor, Technical Services, the successful candidate will work On Call and be responsible for the building and equipment at the Cornwall District Heating (“CDH”) plant to ensure safe operations by conducting regular preventative maintenance and inspections of a five (5) megawatt (electrical) co-generation facility consisting of two (2) natural gas fired 3000 HP engines and three (3) 350-horse power hot water boilers. The candidate will require a demonstrated knowledge in troubleshooting engines and be responsible to perform minor repairs on the equipment as necessary.

Qualified and interested applicants should submit their application to

HR@FortisOntario.com.

Please indicate “CDH-PT” on subject line.

This opportunity will remain open until filled.

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We thank all respondents but we will only contact those selected for an interview.

The Company is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants that request an accommodation(s) during the recruitment cycle.

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Rolland Lalonde (Rollie) of Edmonton, Alberta After a courageous battle with cancer passed away at the age of 74 on March 25th, 2021.

Rolland Lalonde Dear brother to (twin) Ronald Lalonde (Alice), (Rollie) Cheryl Andre (Richard), Susie Lalonde (Cathy), Gordon Lalonde. Son of Late Gordon & Mabel Lalonde. Predeceased by Brothers & Sisters Barbara Marsolais (Carl), Phyllis Antoine (Jerry), Dave Lalonde (Betty), Vince Lalonde (Judy). He will be greatly missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Memorial donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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Please contact the County if you require more detailed information regarding our program - including additional information on how to post “no spray” signage in front of your property. This information is available at the County website (www.sdgcounties.ca) 307737 NOTICE: It is our wish to serve you through the classifieds, however, Seaway News can’t possibly verify the legitimacy of all ads. DO NOT SEND MONEY OR GIVE YOUR CREDIT CARD NUMBER to any company offering employment. Legitimate firms do not charge potential employees for a job.

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The Contractor will be using the following pesticides: Clearview Herbicide, active ingredients Aminopyralid, present as potassium salt, Metsulfuron-methyl, (Reg. #29752).

Gateway Adjuvant, active ingredients Paraffinic Oil, Alkoxylated alcohol nonionic surfactants emulsifiable concentrate, (Reg. #31470).

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• County Roads 1, 7, 8, 11, 16, 31, 43 within the Township of North Dundas • County Roads 1, 2, 7, 8, 11, 16, 18, 28, 31 within the Municipality of South Dundas • County Roads 11, 12, 14, 15, 43 within the Township of North Stormont • County Roads 2, 11, 12, 14, 18, 33, 36, 44 within the Township of South Stormont • County Roads 10, 24, 43 within the Township of North Glengarry • County Roads 18, 19, 23, 26, 27, 44, within the Township of South Glengarry

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Scuttlebutt is a free forum to express views, give thanks and a little gossip or rumour. Seaway News has the right to edit, or refuse submissions.

Send an email to: info@seawaynews.media

The tax deadline is this Friday! Be sure you don’t miss it.

Rory MacLennan is leaving the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. We want to thank Rory for his years of service on the Board and as Chamber President.

Two dog owners are arguing about who’s dog is smarter.

First owner: My dog is so smart that every morning he goes to the store and buys me a sesame seed bagel with chive cream cheese, stops off at Starbucks and picks me up a mocha latte, and then comes home and turns on ESPN, all before I get out of bed.

Second owner: I know.

First owner: How do you know?

Second owner: My dog told me.

From the City of Cornwall: The water bottle filling stations on the waterfront trail at the bottom of Anthony St and near the Cornwall Community Museum are open. You can also find them in Optimist Park and in Guindon Park!

Seen on Facebook: Thumbs up to Canadian Tire in #cornwall. Great service with a smile!

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Maintaining mental health can be a struggle, especially during the current pandemic situation. If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health or an addiction please call the Cornwall Centre for It is always good to have something to look Emily Bulloch and Mason Blair spent some Addictions and Mental Health at 613-3616363 or call the Crisis Line at forward to, especially in these times. What time outside Tim Hortons picking up the 1-866-996-0991. are you looking forward to this summer? trash for earth day.

From the City of Cornwall: The deadline to purchase dog and cat tags has been extended to May 29 because of the stay-at-home order.

Visit Cornwall.ca for more information.

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Questions? www.Cornwall.ca emeldrum @cornwall.ca 930-2787 ext. 2157

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City Hall Snippets

The property standards by-law is long - here are some of the key elements you should know: • Grass and weeds are required to be maintained at a height of less than 6 inches.

• Properties are required to be maintained free of accumulations of garbage, refuse or debris.

• Buildings are to be maintained in a good condition, including the maintenance of roofs, windows, doors and eaves troughs.

• Sheds and detached garages are to be maintained in good condition.

• Rental properties are to be provided with working plumbing, heating and electrical services.

Remember to support your local restaurants. This is the most difficult time for them, so, if you can, try to order take out from your favourite locally owned restaurant.

Water Conservation Join the conversation about the City’s Water Conservation and Servicing Master Plan

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Parking Lots

Public parking is no longer available at the Pitt and First lot, and in the north portion of the bingo lot.

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Win a Mason Bee House!

Plant a pollinator garden for your chance to win.

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Phil Goyette and Roger Lefebvre with Maurice Richard.

Do you have a photo with a famous athlete you’d like to share?

Email it to nseebruch@seawaynews.media for a chance to win a Boston Pizza coupon for a Free large gourmet pizza for Dine in only. Details on coupon.

LAST WEEK’S WINNER WAS TROY WARD

Have a cute pet that just needs to be shared with the world? Email their picture and a short caption to nseebruch@seawaynews.media for them to appear in our Pet Corner.

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Facilities are closed during the stay-at-home order. Connect with us at 613-930-2787.

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Parks are Open

Safely enjoy City parks – fresh air and exercise are encouraged during the stay-at-home order.

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Be your Family’s Hero

Here’s 1 year old Charlie resting with his 6 month old sister Daisy!

Prevent a fire in your home by regularly testing your smoke alarms and preparing an escape plan.

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Lola’s Pub & Grub specials. Give them a try.

Support local restaurants.

Email your favourite pet photo along with a small caption and we’ll publish it so all our readers can enjoy it, too! editorial@cornwallseawaynews.com

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COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE DE LA CSDCEO CORNWALL, Ontario - Le Conseil scolaire de district catholique de l’Est ontarien (CSDCEO) a appris l’excellente nouvelle qu’il reçoit un financement du Ministère de l’éducation de l’Ontario (MEO) pour la création de 10 nouvelles places dans la garderie du Centre de ressources familiales de l’Estrie (CRFE) à l’École élémentaire catholique Marie-Tanguay.

Ce financement du gouvernement permettra l’agrandissement de la garderie existante pour l’ajout d’une pouponnière, et ce, dès l’automne 2021. « Les familles qui habitent à Cornwall et qui travaillent fort méritent d’avoir accès à des services de garde d’enfants de haute qualité qui sont sécuritaires et abordables, a déclaré le ministre de l’Éducation Stephen Lecce. Ces services sont hors de la portée de beaucoup de familles de l’Ontario rural. C’est pourquoi nous fournissons des fonds pour agrandir les services de garde d’enfants à l’École élémentaire catholique Marie-Tanguay, apportant ainsi notre soutien aux familles francophones qui continuent de travailler fort durant cette pandémie. Nous poursuivrons nos projets pour créer davantage de places et rendre la vie plus abordable aux parents qui travaillent en ajoutant un complément de 20 % au crédit d’impôt pour la garde d’enfants – épargnant ainsi 1 500 $ en moyenne par famille. » « Le financement destiné à l’agrandissement des services de garde d’enfants à l’École élémentaire

COVID-19: la vaccination à la baisse au cours du week-end en Ontario

catholique Marie-Tanguay est une excellente nouvelle pour notre communauté, a déclaré Jim McDonell, le député de Stormont–Dundas–South Glengarry. Cet investissement offrira choix et souplesse aux familles et de nouvelles possibilités aux enfants de Cornwall. » « Il s’agit d’une excellente nouvelle pour le CSDCEO ainsi que la communauté de Cornwall. Cette nouvelle démontre l’importance du continuum d’apprentissage de la petite enfance jusqu’à la 12e année dans les écoles du CSDCEO. L’ajout de places en garderie est primordial pour la construction identitaire francophone et catholique des enfants de notre région. », de partager M. François Turpin, directeur de l’éducation et secrétaire.

Le Conseil scolaire de district catholique de l’Est ontarien (CSDCEO) est en croissance au niveau des inscriptions. Il assure l’éducation à plus de 10 200 élèves, répartis dans plusieurs centres de la petite enfance (garderies), 25 écoles élémentaires, 7 écoles secondaires et le Centre d’éducation et de formation de l’Est ontarien (CÉFEO). En plus d’avoir le plus haut taux de diplomation de la région (92,9 %), le CSDCEO offre des programmes pour la réussite de tous les élèves, un enseignement basé sur les valeurs catholiques, un français de qualité et un certificat de bilinguisme. Le CSDCEO est le plus grand réseau d’écoles de langue française dans les cinq comtés de Stormont, Dundas, Glengarry, Prescott et Russell et aussi le plus grand employeur sur ce territoire. Le CSDCEO, c’est une tradition d’excellence!

Parmi ceux-ci, la santé publique a constaté 54 436 cas confirmés du variant B.1.1.7 (Royaume-Uni), 351 cas du variant P.1 (Brésil) et 162 cas du variant B.1.351 (Afrique du Sud).

Dans une note envoyée aux médias vendredi dernier, le premier ministre Doug Ford affirmait avoir appris la nouvelle «extrêmement troublante» que 36 cas du variant B.1.617 (Inde) ont été détectés en Ontario.

Or, la santé publique provinciale n’en fait pas état dans son plus récent bilan, lundi.

Dimanche, 24 personnes ont succombé au virus, portant le total des décès causés par la COVID-19 à 7935 en Ontario.

La même journée, 2271 personnes atteintes de la maladie contagieuse étaient hospitalisées, rapporte la santé publique, en précisant que ce nombre est sousreprésenté à environ 10% en raison de problèmes de collecte de données souvent constatés les fins de semaine.

Par ces patients, 877 étaient aux soins intensifs, dont 605 sous respirateur artificiel.

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

Le plan de vaccination de l’Ontario contribue à freiner la propagation et à sauver des vies. Des milliers de gens se font vacciner tous les jours aux quatre coins de la province. À mesure que les vaccinations se poursuivent, nous devons continuer de protéger nos proches. Portez un masque. Lavez-vous les mains. Respectez l’écart sanitaire.

Pour savoir où, quand et comment vous faire vacciner, consultez ontario.ca/planvaccinationcovid ou téléphonez au 1 888 999-6488 pour obtenir de l’aide dans 300 langues.

Payé par le gouvernement de l’Ontario.

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Bientôt, ce sera votre tour.

ÉMILIE PELLETIER, JOURNALISTE, INITIATIVE DE JOURNALISME LOCAL Une fois de plus, le nombre de doses des vaccins contre la COVID-19 administrées a diminué considérablement au cours de la fin de semaine en Ontario.

Depuis presque trois semaines, la santé publique de l’Ontario est en mesure de vacciner plus de 100 000 personnes par jour, mais cela n’inclut pas les samedis et les dimanches.

Dimanche, moins de 70 000 personnes ont reçu une dose de l’un des vaccins contre la COVID-19. La province n’a pas été en mesure d’en vacciner plus de 100 000 la veille non plus.

Pourtant, au cours de la semaine précédente, l’Ontario a atteint des records de vaccination presque chaque jour.

En tout, près de 4,7 millions de doses ont été administrées en province.

Néanmoins, 71% de la population n’a encore reçu aucune dose.

La santé publique de l’Ontario fait état lundi de 3510 nouvelles infections au coronavirus, répertoriées la veille.

En tout, près de 450 000 cas de COVID19 ont été enregistrés dans la province depuis janvier 2020.

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No more public parking at two downtown lots PROVIDED BY THE CITY OF CORNWALL CORNWALL, Ontario – The City of Cornwall is advising residents that as of May 1, public parking is no longer available at two downtown lots: -The lot at the southwest corner of Pitt and First -The north portion of the “bingo” lot on Second Street West between Augustus and Pitt The City’s leases on both lots have ended.

Plenty of parking remains available downtown, both via on-street parking stalls and in parking lots: - Library lot at 224 Sydney Street - Third Street lot at 24 Third Street East

- Warrington-Brown lot at 39 First Street East -First Street northwest of Pitt Street “There are plenty of parking spaces available close to offices and businesses,” said Mark Boileau, General Manager of Planning, Development and Recreation.

“We are confident that the remaining lots can absorb the demand for conveniently located parking.”

Some on-street parking stalls are currently reserved for 15-minute curbside collection. Residents can park there briefly while picking up items from businesses downtown or in Le Village.

As part of the City’s response to COVID19, residents and visitors can access two

hours of free parking daily. Here’s how it works: When you park, use the free WaytoPark app to register, or use pay-by-plate parking meters. It’s important to register your vehicle using option 1 or 2. This informs by-law enforcement staff that you have registered.

“Using the WaytoPark app is easy,” said Bernadine McEvoy-Robertson, Supervisor of By-law Services. “One of its best features is the ability to reload without going back to your car or the parking machine. If you run out of time, you can add more from anywhere using your phone.”

Download the WaytoPark app on your iPhone or Android device.

MEALS

MADE EASY

Stuffed Chicken Breasts

275 g - 340 g Choose from 17 varieties.

Cabbage Rolls Lasagna

save

Choose from 4 varieties.

Choose from 6 varieties.

GOURMET CHICKEN Swiss

GLUTEN-FREE

save upto $3

1

$ 50

3

GOURMET 170 g

12 Angus Beef

Butter Chicken

99

Three-Cheese Pasta Bake

sale

each

Chicken Pad Thai

*Registered Trademark of the Canadian Celiac Association.

Used under license.

BURGERS 99 6 BURGERS x 142 g/5 oz each

3

99 each

Shepherd’s Pie

*Registered Trademark of the Canadian Celiac Association. Used under license.

Sesame Chicken Noodles

Sirloin Beef

Gourmet Chicken

Prime Rib Beef

Spaghetti Bolognese

Also available, Classic Beef Burgers 8 BURGERS x 113 g/4 oz $11.99

STOVETOP MEAL KITS

Jambalaya

Chicken Korma

840 g - 1.05 kg Choose from 14 varieties.

Sweet and Spicy Shrimp and Bay Scallops

Beef Lo Mein Lemon Herb Chicken and Pasta

save upto $4

13

99

Roasted Vegetable Primavera *Registered Trademark of the Canadian Celiac Association. Used under license.

Tudor Centre

CORNWALL

841 Sydney St. 613-937-3778 (in the Tudor Centre)

Ninth St.

- Seaway News - www.cornwallseawaynews.com

Cheese and Spinach Cannelloni

ENTRÉES

BISTRO CHICKEN® Ricotta and Spinach

BISTRO 142 g

16 - Wednesday, April 28, 2021

SINGLE-SERVE

Sydney St.

Pitt St.

Beef Stroganoff

Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts 8-12 BREASTS 1.36 kg

save $6

23

99

Also available,

Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts 4 BREASTS 500 g $11.99

SAVE $1

INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED NO ADDITIVES OR PRESERVATIVES

ALL PRICES IN EFFECT THURSDAY, APRIL 29 TO WEDNESDAY, MAY 5, 2021 UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED. Prices of products that feature the M&M Food Market Rewards Special logo are exclusive to members of the M&M Food Market Rewards program. Simply present your membership card, or sign up for a free membership in store or online, to take advantage of these exclusive offers. M&M Food Market Express and other non-traditional stores offer a limited range of products; therefore special pricing and promotions are not valid at M&M Food Market Express or other non-traditional stores.

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