Cornwall Seaway News November 16, 2022 Edition

Eric Duncan, Member of Parliament for Stormont-Dundas-South Glengarry honoured recipients of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medallion at a ceremony on November 14, 2022. In recognition of Her Late Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee earlier this year, recipients were joined by their family and friends at Co-cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Cornwall, where their accomplishments and achievements were highlighted, followed by a formal medallion presentation. The local Medallion program recognizes only 50 leaders in Cornwall, SD&G and Akwesasne who exemplify service to community and country. Pictured above are Melodie Morgan-Lemoeligou and Mellissa Morgan-Dobson with their father Peter Morgan, accepting his very well-deserved award.Go to www.cornwallseawaynews.com for a complete list of winners. submitted photo

Ticket packages now on sale for World Jr A Challenge

Be a part of the action and purchase a ticket package to the 2022 World Junior A Challenge, an international hockey showcase running from December 11 to 18 at the Cornwall Civic Complex.

The eight-day tournament will feature some of the world’s top Junior A level hockey players competing for gold in their country’s colours. Two Canadian teams – Canada East and Canada West – will face off against USA, Sweden and Latvia in this heavily-scouted tournament.

“Fans will be treated to highly-skilled, fastpaced hockey that includes future stars of the game competing for a gold medal on the inter national stage,” said Lorne Taillon, chair of the local organizing committee. “It’s a great opportunity to see some storied hockey rival ries right here on home ice.”

Don’t miss the action!

A variety of ticket packages are now on sale at a great price! The package options range from the full tournament – all 17 games – to the evening round robin games, the semifinals and finals, opening day, championship day and more.

Single game tickets will go on sale in the near future so stay tuned for details!

Ticket packages can be purchased at the City of Cornwall Box Office at the Cornwall Aquatic Centre (100 Water Street East) or by calling 613-938-9400. The box office is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Ticket packages can also be purchased online at www.hockeycanada.ca/wjac.

Group / team sales

Interested in bringing your group or work place to a game? Or maybe your minor sports team? Special group rates and a minor hock ey team fundraiser program will be rolling out starting the week of Monday, November 14th! For more information, please contact Tara Quesnel, organizing committee member, at tquesnel@cornwall.ca.

Volunteer opportunities

Want to be a part of the team? There are a variety of volunteer opportunities available at the World Junior A Challenge ranging from game-day operations to team support servi ces and beyond. Those interested in volun teering can contact Tara Quesnel, organizing committee member, at tquesnel@cornwall. ca.

Additional information

For additional information on the World Junior A Challenge, including the schedule and ticket information, please visit www.HockeyCanada.ca/WJAC.

celebrated at Cornwall Public Library

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

Many members of the Islamic community in Cornwall gathered at the library to celebrate Islamic Heritage Month on Saturday, October 29, 2022. Islamic Heritage Month was estab lished by the Canadian Government in 2007. The focus of this event is to reflect, celebrate, and learn about the faith of Islam and contri butions made to Canadian society by the Muslim community.

Visitors were invited to share refreshments in the upstairs programming room where there were informational displays and pres entations taking place throughout the after noon. In the youth section of the library a craft table was set up where children could colour

themed pictures, make paper lanterns, and have their face painted by a henna artist.

The event was organized by the Cornwall Islamic Foundation, a school that offers on-campus online learning for students who want to memorize and understand the Quran as well as prepare for secondary and post-secondary studies.

Cornwall Islamic Foundation was founded by Dr. Hussain, a family physician who migrat ed to Canada in 2004 and moved to Cornwall in 2017. One big focus at the school is teach ing students about the importance of mutual respect for all people. This was clear from the warm welcome received by all who attended the library event to learn about Islamic herit age that day.

4 tips for choosing a walk-in bathtub

Guardrails

Boundaries give security and assurance! Limits not only apply to driving down the road, but to behaviours and relationships. Sometimes, ‘guardrails’ are required! “Slow Down, No Trespassing, and Do not eat” are examples.

You may recall when you were younger thinking that limits and rules were for others, not realizing just how much you needed boundaries. Any parent will understand how rules in the home actually give security and assurance to children.

Here’s a practical ‘guardrail’ from the Bible- Hebrews 13:5-6. 5 “Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have.” Greed is not good. This phrase means “Don’t be loving money.” Love here implies a trust in and dedication to; a profound valuing.

Every year we see a new “Dream of a Lifetime Home” campaign for CHEO in Ottawa. It’s a good cause with a lavish grand prize: a $3.4 million-dollar grand prize home. But I wonder how much would they raise if the appeal was merely “Please give generously to CHEO, but there are no prizes this year.” I know that sounds a little cheeky, but just imagine?

Luke 12:16 in the Bible reads “Watch out; be on your

guard against all kinds of greed. A person’s life does not consist in the abundance of their possession.” And then there’s “People who want to get rich fall into temptation and a trap and into many foolish and harmful desires…

For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs.” 1 Timothy 6:9-10. Did you know that was in the Bible? It’s actually frequently misquoted; Money is not the root of all evil. Loving money is a problem!

According to the National Endowment for Financial Education, about 70 percent of people who win the lottery or receive a large windfall go bankrupt within a few years. “Winning a $20 million lottery prize won’t necessarily make you happier,” Harvard Medical School professor Sanjiv Chopra said in a recent TED talk. It’s well documented that worse than not improving people’s lives, there are too many stories of big wins actually destroying them.

We must love to do the things that are good for us. Here’s one- Jesus said “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Acts 20:35. Try some generosity!

Chateau Glengarry has walk-In bathtubs on site and the seniors really enjoy them. Walkin bathtubs are designed for people with mobility issues. They come with a watertight door and tend to be equipped with a bench and grab bars. Here are four tips to help you choose the right model for your needs.

1. CONSIDER HOW IT OPENS

The door to a walk-in bathtub can open either inward or outward. If you’re in a wheelchair or use a walker, look for a model with a door that swings outward.

2. THINK LONG-TERM

When choosing a bathtub, keep in mind that your mobility may further diminish as you age. Therefore, you may want to select a model with safety features that will come in handy later.

3. DISCERN YOUR NEEDS

Determine whether you’ll use your bath daily or only occasionally. If you plan on using your tub often, ask yourself if you prefer sitting or lying down and if you want jets for a therapeutic experience.

4. REFLECT ON THE FILLING SYSTEM

Walk-in bathtubs often take a long time to fill and must be completely emptied before you can get out. Consequently, you may want a model with a quick-fill system and two drains.

Before making your choice, consult a professional who can help you evaluate your needs.

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Hundreds gathered around Legion Memorial Park in Cornwall to pay their respects to veterans who served and those who died for our freedom. This Remembrance Day was the first full service in three years and was a great tribute to our veterans, with Mavis Williamson as the Master of Ceremonies.

“The Royal Canadian Legion Remembrance Day Service is held to remember those brave men and women who paid the supreme sac rifice with their lives in WW1, WW2 and the wars in Korea, Vietnam, The Persian Gulf War and Afghanistan, as well as our Canadian Peacekeepers who lost their lives during Military missions abroad and while serving in Canada’s defense,” said 1st Vice President Dona McNish in an opening statement, “Their lives were not lost in vain. Their sacrifice ensured that we, who remain behind, would continue to have the freedoms Canadians enjoy today.”

After gathering at the cenotaph, O’Canada was played by the Sea & Air Cadet band. Jacob Lalonde played the bugle for The Last Post, followed by the lowering of the Canadian Flag and two minutes of silence at 11:00am. The ceremony included remarks and prayer from Msgr. Kevin Maloney as well as a recital of ‘In Flanders Fields’ by young locals, 325 Air Flight Sargent Zoe Noort Sigurdson and 2403 Army Cadet Master Warrant Office Brayden Hogson. The Commitment to Remember was read by 2nd Vice President Kerry Patterson. Many dignitaries were present at the

ceremony to lay wreaths, including represent atives from municipal, provincial, and federal government. MP Eric Duncan for the Government of Canada, Senator Bernadette Clement for the Senate of Canada, MPP Nolan Quinn for the Government of Ontario, and Mayor Grant for the City of Cornwall.

Others who placed wreaths at the cere mony included: Lt. Col Armstong and CWO Earle (CFSACO) (Canadian Armed Forces), District Commander Ken Heagle & Zone Commander Linda Fisher (Korean War Veterans), Richard Vinet (Vietnam War Veterans), President M. Plumadore (Indigenous Veterans and Royal Canadian Legion Branch 297), Marie Plumadore and President Ann Primeau (Branch 297 Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary), Inspector Dave Michaud and Constable Ben Flipsen (City of Cornwall Police Service), Deputy Fire Chief Stephenson (City of Cornwall Fire Service), Lt. Col Hartman and CWO Lessard (SDG Highlanders), Sergeant Labbé (Royal Canadian Mounted Police), and Missionary Ishak (Ahmadiyya Muslim Community).

When it was his turn to speak, Marvin Plumadore (President of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 297) shared a conversation that happened earlier that week, in which sev eral men suggested he cut his speech short due to the rainy forecast.

“For those men that said that they wouldn’t come out here if it was raining, I apologise to all you service people, because I think that was being disrespectful. And I want to thank you all for your service to your country,” said Plumadore somberly.

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Meaningful Rituals

IN HONOUR OF THE CHILDREN’S GRIEF AND BEREAVEMENT AWARENESS DAY

NOVEMBER 16

CPS launches new “paws on patrol” program to promote safer neighbourhoods

The Cornwall Police Service (CPS) is pleased to launch a new “neighbourhood watch” inspired program called “Paws on Patrol.”

As so much importance is put on family during the holidays, it can make the emotions of grief come to the surface, even stronger. The greatest gift we can give our children this Christmas is not protection from pain and suffering, but tools that encourage healthy ways to cope with their grief.

A note to children... Grief is all the different emotions or feelings that occur when someone you care about has died. It can feel like a tangled ball of yarn. There can be so many different emotions, such as ANGER, JOY, RAGE, SADNESS, HAPPINESS and others, all tangled up together. Untangling that ball of yarn can sometimes be challenging and confusing and can take a long time. It’s important to remember, especially at Chrismastime, that ALL EMOTIONS ARE OKAY! Feeling JOY at Christmas is okay and normal. Feeling SADNESS at Christmas is okay and normal. There is no right way or wrong way to feel. Sometimes a family member will be crying and sad, while another is laughing and having fun. One might be feeling joy while remembering a special memory, while an other is angry that the person has died. Sometimes you might feel happy when others are sad and that’s okay!

Creating meaningful rituals and sharing special memories of your loved one can help comfort you during these difficult times. Here are some examples of activities you can do with your family. Remember, some of your family or even you, yourself might not want to participate in these activities and that’s okay. It is also important to remember that Christmas will not always be like this, but for this year it may look and feel a little different. baked your LOVED ONE’S favourite MEAL OR Christmas DESSERT. Play your LOVED ONE’S favourite Christmas Songs. Say A Prayer OR A blessing in honour of your loved one at your Christmas meal. Some families also

read a quote, a poem or a verse that represents their loved one. PREPARE A Memory Tablecloth. Use pens or Sharpies and write favourite memories or holiday memories on a white cotton tablecloth. The tablecloth can be reused year after year. LIGHT A CANDLE AT YOUR CHRISTMAS MEAL. The light of the candle can reflect your loved one’s presence during your Christmas meal. gIVE TO A ChARITy in honour of your loved one. Purchase something that your loved one would have liked and donate the gift to a charity, nursing home, girls and boys club, etc.

TELL STORIES / SHARE MEMORIES. Share and delight in the special memories together shared with your loved one. Those special memories are yours to keep forever and are a gift when shared with others. buy OR MAKE AN ORNAMENT FOR YOUR LOVED ONE. Every year, buy or make an ornament that reminds you of your loved one and hang on the tree. HANG A STOCKING. Write a letter to your loved one, put the letter in the stocking and share together as a family at a time that works for all of you. This ac tivity can be done yearly. As a starting point for your letter, you can use the following sentences:

- I wonder...

- I wish...

- I’m thankful...

- I hope...

- I miss...

- I remember...

CREATE A SECRET SIGNAL. Sometimes we just need a break from all the Christmas activities and events. Create a secret signal with your family so that when you are in a group setting, your secret signal will allow you take breaks when needed.

May the memories of your loved one bring you peace and comfort this holiday season.

Paws on Patrol is a com munity-based program that encourages dog walkers to be the eyes and ears of our neighbourhoods in an ongoing effort to prevent crime.

Many residents of Cornwall walk their dogs daily. By having these vol unteers assist the CPS through keeping an eye out for suspicious or criminal activity, our police service can better assist and serve the public, while creating safer neighbourhoods.

Similar to the Neighbourhood Watch pro gram, Paws on Patrol gives volunteers the ability to become more familiar with their neighbourhoods and recognize when some

four-legged friend, if they notice anything out of the ordinary or suspicious, they will have a direct line to police to report their findings.

“We are eager to see the launch of the Paws on Patrol program as a way to create safer neighbour hoods, while actively engaging residents,” said Sergeant Scott Coulter of the Crime Reduction & Community Partnerships Bureau. “This program demonstrates the import ance of community mobiliz ation and the need for police and the com munity to work together to prevent crime.”

Anyone interested in joining as a Paws on Patrol Program Volunteer can submit their interest on our website at www.cornwallpo lice.com. All volunteers will be required to complete a Police Record Check and undergo

Small business owners learn (and laugh) at entrepreneur roundtable

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

Last week, the Cornwall Business Enterprise Centre hosted their Fall 2022 Entrepreneur Roundtable at the Lost Villages Brewery in Long Sault.

The free event consisted of a panel discus sion with entrepreneurs Jessica Bourdeau (Spark Synergy), Eric Lang (ZipGrow), and Kelsey Lee (Love and Lee) who shared import ant lessons about starting and growing small businesses.

The panel was moderated by Shauna Baggs, Business Consultant at the Cornwall Business Enterprise Centre.

Many participants of the Starter Company

program were in attendance, taking notes as the three entrepreneurs shared their stories and gave some sage words of advice.

The atmosphere in the room was jovial and the group had several laughs as customers of the brewery poked their heads in the door to ask, “Are you guys open?”

Some key business takeaways from the event were the importance of defining what success looks like for your business at the beginning, not the end, and documenting your processes as you go so it’s easier to train people later.

Visit cornwallseawaynews.com to read more about these entrepreneurs’ personal journeys.

Entrepreneur Roundtable panelists Jessica Bourdeau (Spark Synergy), Eric Lang (ZipGrow), and Kelsey Lee (Love and Lee).

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Cornwall Rotary Club donates

to support Ukrainian families!

Cornwall – Canada is committed to sup porting those affected by the Russian inva sion of Ukraine. Visitor visas are being obtained as quickly as possible to ensure that all the families being received find a safe home in Canada. “In Cornwall, ACFO SDG is mobilizing donations from the community, organizations and businesses to support these newly arrived families in the area. We sincerely thank the Rotary Club of Cornwall

for their generous donation of $4,620,” said ACFO SDG President Jean-Yves Lemoine. Already $25,000 has been raised to support the vulnerable families who have arrived in the region.

Note: The Foundation that is currently being created is a social innovation that is part of Cornwall SDG’s inclusive society project. If you would like to make a donation, please contact ACFO SDG at 613 833 9104.

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The Agape Centre is happy to announce that they have received a $1,500 donation from Ontario Power Generation’s Corporate Citizenship Program (CCP). This is the fourth year in a row that the Agape Centre receives this grant from OPG, who are big supporters of Agape.

“It’s always good to help the community the best we can; Agape goes a lot of good work,” said Mike Woodcock from Ontario Power

Generation.

Agape Centre’s Executive Director, Lisa Duprau, shared how last year at this time they were feeding 1,600 people a month. This year, those numbers have risen to 2,500 per month. With rising prices of housing, food, utilities, and gas, more working families are accessing Agape’s services to make ends meet.

As always, the team at the Agape Centre appreciates the generous support in our com munity. Every dime donated goes towards stock the shelves in the food bank.

Mike Woodcock

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Community champ passes away

Cornwall lost a community champion last week, with the passing of former city coun cillor David Murphy.

Murphy was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer less than two years ago and put up a courageous fight in the face of tough odds. Murphy, who made an unsuccessful run for mayor in 2018 follow ing multiple terms as a council member, was almost assured a return to the council table this year, once again as a councillor.

But the disease had other plans, and now we mourn the loss of an individual who made it his priority to leave Cornwall a better place. Murphy succeeded to that end. Countless fundraisers, telethons, charity events, box ing matches, hockey games, ghost walks, wrestling shows…you name it, Dave was there.

During times like this, a community’s affection for an individual comes through. The morning after Murphy’s passing local social media accounts were awash with trib utes, messages and anecdotes about a man who wanted nothing more than to share his passion for Cornwall with everyone.

The aforementioned list of volunteer events that Murphy either organized or par ticipated in culminated way back in 2010 when he was elected as a city councillor.

Murphy loved being a politician. Being in the middle of community debates, engaging with Cornwallites on issues and pushing a ‘Cornwall-first’ brand was as important to him as attending council meetings.

Critics will point out that this helped to feed an ego, but that is an unfair conclusion. In a city as small as this, when a single indi vidual takes up the mantle of philanthropy, the spotlight often finds them – not the other way around.

While it’s impossible to point to a single event that Murphy orchestrated that mat tered most, we fondly recall his time as a ‘boxer’, subjecting his body to a beating to help raise money for the Children’s Treatment Centre. Following the event, a disheveled Murphy, drenched in sweat, meandered out of the ring to a chorus of applause.

There are solutions at hand

Nick Wolochatiuk

DANCES WITH WORDS

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You probably remember Jack Swigert’s famous announcement from Apollo 13’s 1970 mission, “Uh, Houston, we have a problem.”

More than fifty years later, we are painfully aware of a problem, an energy problem, increasing fuel costs. Gasoline and diesel prices per liter are approaching orbital heights. Even the hybrids and electrics will suffer, as our hydro bills are soaring higher than the turkey vultures over the local dump

The problem can be dealt with if we apply the brilliant ideas of all the boffins, slide rule guys, aerodynamicists, automobile service experts, geniuses, savants and learned ones. There’d be no energy problem, no global warming and no further depletion of our resources. I’ve collected all of the practical

suggestions than could be applied to our transportation inefficiency problem.

1) By increasing tire inflation by 10 psi above the normally recommended, rolling resistance is reduced, resulting in a fuel sav ing of 5 %.

2) Low profile tires have less rolling resist ance. Fuel saving of 7 %.

3) By using snow tires with less aggressive tread, and only using them from November 31 to February 31, the reduced rolling resistance results in a fuel saving of 11 %.

4) Removing roof racks that aren’t carrying anything, less aerodynamic drag is created. Fuel saving of up to 14 %. (If you must carry a canoe, transport it inside the car, letting it hang out the rear window. If it’s too wide, open the rear side windows and carry the boat crosswise. Unfortunately that would incur an increase of fuel use of 14 %.

5) Eliminate side mirrors: less aerodynam ic drag; fuel saving of 2 %. Most drivers never check their mirrors when lane changing.

6) Deflating tire pressures to about 5 psi

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If there was ever any doubt about Murphy’s commitment to community, it was washed away in the buckets of sweat he left on the boxing mat that night.

Being a city councillor, a community lead er, is not a job for the feint of heart. More often than not, accepting such a role comes with a big fat target on one’s back. Local politicians, rightly or wrongly, become the lightning rod for community dissent, regard less of the topic.

Murphy was no different. But what set him apart was his desire to continue the dia logue with critics. Murphy enjoyed the

engagement – even when he vehemently disagreed with the other side. And you can be assured his ‘Cornwall-first’ mantra was on full display during these interactions.

The only way to get Dave down from his ‘Cornwall-first’ pulpit would be to bring up the name of his daughter, Julia. While Cornwall would always be his focus, Dave’s one true love was Julia. While we will mourn the loss of a community philanthropist, she will mourn the loss of a father taken too early at the age of 50.

Life is a lot of things, but fair isn’t one of them. Rest in peace, Dave.

will give the vehicle a sexy ground-hugging stance, similar to the Indy 500 race cars. The reduced aerodynamic drag gives a fuel saving of 9 %.

7) If you have a convertible, remove the front windshield and drive topless. The lower profile, you guessed it, less aerodynamic drag and a fuel saving of 7 %. During the winter, be sure to wear a toque. ‘Driving topless’ applies only to male motorists.

8) Up to the 1990s, cars were equipped with a radio antenna. If your old vehicle has one, remove it. Less aerodynamic drag, resulting in a fuel saving of 0.1 %. Use your cell phone to listen to music.

9) If you have a rooftop siren, you must be driving an ambulance or police car. You are therefore allowed to leave it on, but must trav el at speeds no greater than 5 km/h when responding to calls. Unfortunately, no fuel saving.

10) If you have rooftop flashing lights, you could be driving a snow plow, a garbage truck or a pizza delivery vehicle. Proceed at normal

speed. unfortunately, no fuel saving.

10) As the threats of COVID diminish, get back to covoiturage. If two occupy a car, there’s a whopping saving of 50%. Three: an unbelievable 100% saving!

If all ten of the above measures are applied, a fuel saving of … I’ll let you do the math. I’ve never been much good at sums and science stuff.

IT’S NOT A SHARK FIN! – It’s the latest, modern, amazingly aerodynamic and fuelsaving replacement for the traditional whip antenna. Hurry! Install one and get a fuel saving of 0.1 %. (Photo by Nick Wolochatiuk)

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This prank backfired ... literally.

It was November 1957 and a Cornwall man doing some evening bar hopping made his way to a downtown Detroit bar from Windsor just across the river.

He was about to become a front-page news item, for all the wrong reasons.

Thinking it would be a great joke, he pulled a toy pistol from his pocket and hollered out to the bar crowd, “I’m goin’ to shoot this place up!”

Dumb thing to do in a downtown Detroit bar in the fifties.

As terrified customers dived for the floor and scrambled under tables, the bartender, an army veteran, grabbed a loaded .32-cali bre handgun kept under the bar, for security reasons, aimed at the “shooter” and fired a shot, striking the pretend shooter in the leg. As he stumbled for the door, another shot just missed his head.

As the man rolled in pain on the floor, the barkeep held him until Detroit police arrived to the active shooter call.

The 22-year-old “victim” was taken to hos pital where he was treated for a broken leg. Perhaps feeling that he was lucky not to have been killed, the man was not charged.

One could say that the barkeep got the last laugh.

In November 1957 the Cornwall Fire Department hired two recruits from a long list

of applicants. Long list but nothing compared to today when they are breaking down the door to join the department.

The hirings were criticized by the local branch of the Royal Canadian Legion.

Branch 297 argued that veterans, especial ly World War II and Korean War vets, should have priority when it came to hiring at the fire department.

The fire chief said the two non-veterans were hired because they were the best applicants.

City council sided with the legion branch and the fire department was ordered to give veterans preference when hiring. Meanwhile, applications for all city jobs were amended to include a paragraph saying veterans would receive first consideration.

ALSO IN 1957 – Ontario Hydro house mov ing operations in the St. Lawrence Seaway/ Power Project were down to nine homes, all in the Morrisburg area. In all, 520 homes had been re-located, most to the new towns of Ingleside and Long Sault. ... The Eastern Ontario Development Association urged the provincial government to build a highway link ing Cornwall to Ottawa. The preferred route was through Newington, Finch, Berwick, Crysler and Vars. ... The Elmer the Safety Elephant campaign was launched at the Palace Theatre, the first of 10 Elmer the Safety Elephant theatre parties that included a feature film and eight cartoons along with a safety talk by the city police traffic officers.

... The Bank of Montreal was celebrating its 100th year in Cornwall. The first branch opened in William Mattice’s general store. The first stand-alone branch opened at York and First streets in 1861. The branch had

Building streets for everyone

Kelly Bergeron Transition Cornwall+

Remembering my childhood growing up in Cornwall, I remember my father taking me on bike rides along the waterfront. I had one of those big bucket seats he would lift me up into. The joy I experienced as a child came from exploring our city on 2 wheels and feeling like I was safe with my father.

My brothers and I would climb trees and play hide-and-seek throughout our neighbour hood, my dad would spend hours watering the rink in our backyard in the winter that would allow us to continue to enjoy the outdoors year-round. These are memories that stick, these are memories that form our personal ities later on in life.

So, when I look around and see how much space we have given up for cars, trucks, and SUVs, it saddens me that we have forgotten how to play and have fun in the great out doors. Luckily, we can look to other cities for inspiration on how to bring streets back to people - especially children.

Paris has become a beacon of hope of how to build back better during the pandemic. They have taken a proven concept, called the 15 minute city and have chased the dream of making it a reality. The 15 minute city is where every essential residents’ needs are easily

within reach in 15 minutes by bike or walking. Do yourself a favour and watch the videos on YouTube, the way traffic is calming, and you can see the ease of movement throughout the city is enviable. One day, I hope we can repli cate what they are doing, to find some bravery in our city to place people’s movements ahead of cars. Doing this would be transformative to our mental and physical well-being!

If you are doubting the impact this type of initiative can have on a community, check out Bike Bus (#BikeBus on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook) and the joy on childrens’ faces as they take over the streets with their bikes to ride to school in a pack. The leader of this initiative in the US is a teacher named Sam Balto (a physical education teacher) and he records the group and they glide through their city streets with joy and wonder. He plays some real bangers on big speakers and cre ates space for children to experience their streets on the way to school in a whole new way.

In Canada, we are lucky to not experience climate change as drastically as other coun tries but this can be a negative as well, since we don’t understand the scale of the problem. Active Transportation can help us reduce emissions and promote a healthier lifestyle. With so many pluses on why we should make city streets safer and fun for youth, I hope we can start building streets for everyone, with protected bike lanes, more public art, and equality of space for people of all ages.

several other sites before building on the for mer Rossmore Hotel property on Pitt Street (now the arts centre). ... The annual Children’s Christmas Fund Concert was set for Dec. 9 at the CCVS auditorium. It was sponsored by the Standard-Freeholder and CKSF Radio (which the newspaper owned). The list of local enter tainment included Smiling Jack and His Sons of the Plain, Big Slim, the Percy Smith Trio, Richelieu Glee Club, Anna Melnyczenko, Ernest Seguin and Mayor L. G. Lavigne and the City Slickers (aka city council). ... The new Champlain Service Station owned by Rolland Chatelain opened at Cumberland and Eleventh streets. Assistant manager was Louis Seguin. ... Bell Telephone launched a know-how-to-dial campaign ahead of changing city Bell users to the dial system that replaced “number please” operators.

SPORTS STUFF CIRCA 1957: St. Lawrence High School Saints defeated Brockville Collegiate Rams 28-20 to win a third straight EOSSA football title. Moe Racine and Paul Lapointe each had two touchdowns. Tony Meuiller kicked four converts. ... The Richard brothers, Henri and Maurice, were leading the NHL scoring race followed by teammate Jean Beliveau. ... Cornwall Chevies defeated Belleville MacFarlands 5-2 in an Ontario Hockey Association Senior A game in front of 2,800 fans at the Water Street Arena. It was the first of five win-a-car games. Fan Dorothy Carson left the game with a new Chevrolet. Local players in the Cornwall lineup were Neil Burke, Moe Savard and Bob Bingley.

THIS AND THAT: In 1888 Cornwall won the National Amateur Lacrosse Association (NALA) championship and the team’s most valuable player was Albert Frederick Lewis,

the team’s only Black player. In fact, he might have been North America’s only Black lacrosse player. He was the son of a Cornwall barber and white mother. Upper Canada Village researcher Milton Kooistra is gather ing information on Lewis for a Black and indigenous display at Crysler Hall. He secured a team photo from Cornwall Community Museum. ... Can’t recall when another upper level politician got involved in a municipal election campaign the way Sen. Bernadette Clement did in the Oct. 24 Cornwall election. She openly supported two council candidates but avoided publicly supporting one of the two leading mayoral candidates, Glen Grant and Justin Towndale . Grant not only threw his support behind Clement in the 2018 mayoral race, which she won, but campaigned for her. It was a big disappointment for some in the Grant camp who felt she owed him a public show of support. ... Big bouquet for city CAO Maureen Adams and her senior administra tion team for twisting Bank of Montreal’s arm for a $250,000 donation to the arts centre.

TRIVIA ANSWER: Long before he got into politics, former Stormont-Dundas-South Glengarry MP Guy Lauzon owned a scrap yard near Sudbury. It was called Scrap City Auto Wreckers.

TRIVIA: Before becoming a Hollywood star, this actor drove a New York City cab in the 1970s to make ends meet: 1) Chevy Chase, 2) Robert De Niro, 3) Al Pacino, 4) John Goodman, 5) Dustin Hoffman.

ONE FINAL THING Rest in Peace, Murph. You are gone too soon from our sight, but not our hearts.

Dance: A workout for the body and mind

Natasha Ingram Movement Matters

MOVE THERAPEUTICS

Dancing is defined as “movement of the body in a rhythmic way, usually to music, in a given space, to express an idea or emotion, to release energy or to simply take delight in the movement itself”. Based on this definition, it is clear that dancing can have a positive impact on one’s health, and you certain ly don’t need to be a “good dancer” to enjoy its benefits.

Dance is a unique form of movement as it combines strength, flexibility, aer obic conditioning, coordination and bal ance in time with music. It requires a strong connection between the mind and body, providing a challenge both physically and mentally. Many individ uals have described dance as a great escape from the worries of everyday life, as attention is focused on learning dance steps and coordinating steps to music. Research has shown that regular participation in dance, especially in group settings, can reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia.

Partner dancing that requires split second decision making, rather than

rehearsing a memorised choreographed routine, is especially effective for pro moting healthy brain function. Freestyle social dancing like salsa, swing, waltz, fox trot, cha cha and tango are some common dance styles where one part ner leads and the other partner follows. There are no scripted routines, however, dancers will learn basic step patterns and rhythms for each style of dance. Once you have the basics, then it’s up to the leader to put together their own routines while their partner follows. This type of dancing requires fast paced planning, which has been shown to pre serve or improve mental acuity and cog nitive function, both in the short and long term.

Fortunately, the options for dancing in today’s modern world are endless. You can attend a local class, follow along with a youtube video or simply throw on some music and dance in your own kitchen. Our clinic is currently offering a group dance class called “Latin Fever”, where participants of all experience lev els can learn several types of latin dance styles. Also, keep your eyes peeled for the launch of monthly Salsa Social Nights in early 2023. If you would like more information about classes or if you have any questions, feel free to email our physiotherapist Audrey at audrey@movetherapeutics.ca.

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50+ COMMUNITY CLUB is Hosting a Fundraiser Euchre Tournament on Sat. Nov. 26th from 10-4pm at St. Matthews Presbyterian Church 15 Memorial Square, Ingleside to support the Boots For Kids organized by the Long Sault Fire Fighters Association. Admission $20. Partner need ed!! Pre- registration required one week prior. Early Bird Prize. Meal Included, Door Prize,50/50, Silent Auction. Call Jack 613537-2295 or Betty 613-984-1431. For E-Transfer contact janiceebeverdam909@ gmail.com.

ST. LAWRENCE SENIORS AT ANAF –Bingo Mondays & Thursday at 12 Noon. Doors open 10am. Upcoming Euchre on Wed. Dec.7, call 613-936-6060 on December 3 to reserve.

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

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

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

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

GREEN THUMBS

HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY AGM with Wine & Cheese, Mon, Nov 28, 7pm, Char-Lan Arena upstairs. Guest speaker from the RRCA, discussing the waters of South Glengarry. Info: Lia Lindeman 613 347 3533.

CORNWALL NEWCOMERS CLUB wel comes women who have moved in the last 4 years to Cornwall and the SD&G Counties. Info: Louise 613-932-7557.

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 hand made for and given to Cancer patients. Info: Nicole 613 935-5593, Janice 613 9361951. Email: Mcintyren58@hotmail.com.

BEREAVED FAMILIES of ONTARIOSOUTH EASTERN REGION. Open Support and Share Adult group sessions held month ly every 3rd Thursday at the Starbrite center located at 343 Pitt St. Info: 613-936-7470.

THE CENTENNIAL CHOIR OF CORNWALL Christmas concert on Fri., Dec. 9 at 7:30 pm at Aultsville Theatre. Tickets: choir member, Home Hardware, , Melody Music, 104 Pitt Street or at the door.

CORNWALL TOWNSHIP LIONS CLUB Let’s Play Euchre. Nov. 30th at 7 pm. Info: Roly 613-932-9396 or Helen 613-931-3076.

CORNWALL TOWNSHIP LIONS CLU B Country Music Night on Dec. 10 at the Lion’s Club in Bonville. Supper served at 6 pm. Info: Marland 613-936-3625

SEAWAY FIBROMYALGIA GROUP. Aqua Fitness Group, Cornwall Aquatic Center every Tues. & Fri. from 12-1pm. Info: Judy 613-330-0588 or Leona 613-931-2874.

ST. MATTHEW’S LUTHERAN CHURCH at 1509 2nd St. West is holding St. Nicolas Tea on Sat., Dec 3. Bake & craft sale.

VIOLIN WORKSHOP FOR FIDDLERS on Sat., Nov. 26 from 9:30-noon at the Glengarry Celtic Music Hall of Fame in Williamstown. Info: Rick 613 932 2872

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION LADIES AUXILIARY Executive next meeting is Jan.4, 2023 at the Legion on Second St. Executive at 6:30 pm and General at 7 pm.

THE MOCCASIN RAILROAD CLUB meets at 7 pm the first Wednesday of each month at the Centre Charles Emile Claude, 146B Chevrier Avenue. Modellers and rail enthusi asts. Info: John Kelly, 613 930-5646.

CORNWALL LEGION BRANCH 297 SENIORS OVER 60 CLUB Bid Euchre will be held on Thurs. Nov. 17 and 24 in the main hall at 1 pm.

A FESTIVE CEILIDH Sun. Nov. 20, 2-4 pm. Celtic Music Hall of Fame, Williamstown. Proceeds to Hospice Cornwall!

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

ANNUAL SUNRISE ROTARY TRIVIA CHALLENGE Fri., Nov. 18 at 6pm at Best Western Parkway Inn. Fantastic Silent Auction. Info: 613-931-2939 or rotaryclubof cornwallsunrise@gmail.com

SISTERS FOR LIFE CHRISTMAS GALA at the Finch Community Hall on Fri., Nov 18. Info: Maureen 613-662-2935 or sisters 4life.team@gmail.com

CHRISTMAS TEA: A BRITISH COMEDY on Dec. 16 at 7.30pm at Aultsville Theatre, 2 St. Lawrence Dr. Tickets: OChristmasTea. com

SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER: Last Friday of the month Nov. 25 at Knights of Columbus, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs) from 11:30am1 pm and 4-6:30 pm.

CORNWALL NEW HORIZONS BAND meets on Tuesdays & Thursdays at 3:30 pm at St. Felix de Valois Church Hall. Info: Pat 613-931-1580 or email: gplem2904@ gmail.com or visit us on facebook.

IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR BOOKS AND ITEMS of a religious nature, visit “Catholic Information Centre” Mon.- Fri.10am-4pm at 146B, Chevrier Ave, room 124 (former Nativity School). 613-933-5099

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.

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

SQUARE DANCE LESSONS. Every Friday night (except holidays) from 7-9 pm at KnoxSt. Paul’s United Church, 800 12th St. East. Teens 12-18 accompanied by an adult dance fore free. Info: Linda 613-360-5216 or 613-936-2563.

SEAWAY STRINGS is a group of fiddlers who meet every Wednesday afternoon from 1 - 3 pm at the Seaway Senior Citizens Club at 506 Pitt St. Info: Rick 613 932 2872.

THE ALZHEIMER SOCIETY Help for Hope Lottery gives you a chance to win $5,000! Draw date is Nov.19! Call (613) 932-4914 to buy your tickets today!

CORNWALL QUILTERS GUILD will hold the next monthly meeting on Mon. Nov. 21 at 7:00 p.m. in St. Matthews Lutheran Church Hall, 1509 2nd St. W. Info: Barb 613-360-8079.

CORNWALL LIONS CLUB DART TOURNAMENT Sat. Nov. 26, at the Knights of Columbus Hall. Info: Kyle or Steve at 613-936-2864.

NEW YEAR’S EVE BALL on Sat., Dec. 31 from 8pm-1am at Knights of Columbus Hall. Info: 613-932-7600.

CRAFT AND ART WINTER WONDERLAND at Knox-St. Paul’s United Church on Sat. Nov. 19 from 9am-2pm. Two full floors of Vendors as well as a bake and deli table.

BINGO – Ste-Thérèse-de-Lisieux Church Hall on Thurs. Nov. 17. Early bird starts at 6:30 pm, regular game at 7 pm.

TOOLS IN THE TRADES BOOT CAMP to help grow the skilled trades industry at Walker ClimateCare, 1714 Vincent Massey Dr. on Nov. 22. Info: bootcamp@supporton tarioyouth.ca or 613-932-7978.

FREE TURKEY LUNCH on Christmas Day 11:30am-2pm at Agora Hall (Nativity Hall), 301 McConnell Ave. Info to RSVP: 613-662-4719

Big success for CMHA Fundraiser in partnership with Au Vieux Duluth

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

This year was the fourth annual CMHA fundraising event at Au Vieux Duluth where citizens were encouraged to choose from one of three meals in exchange for a donation to support mental wellness in our community. This year, hard-working volunteers served 395 meals. The fund raiser, which also included a raffle and silent auction, brought in $25,706.

“We do this fundraiser to support the community because we’ve been here for 12 years, and the community has sup ported us so it’s to give back,” said Au Vieux Duluth co-owner, Alexandre Paradis, “I have some people in my family that were affected by mental health. It’s a good cause so we try to help.”

Au Vieux Duluth also partners with other community organizations to raise funds for different causes. In 12 years, they have raised over $215,000 for local non-profits like Habitat for Humanity, Special Olympics (in partnership with Cornwall Police Service), Liftoff, Children’s

Russell Rocks for Embrun Food Bank

Aid Society, and of course, CMHA.

“Today 1 in 3 people are affected by mental health, it used to be 1 in 5. New data shows were going in a direction we don’t want to go in, which is why it’s important to support events like this in our community,” said Angele D’Alessio, Mental Health Worker with CMHA and event organiser, “Our goal is to put this money back into education and programs that get people together again.”

Some new things at the event this year were a fun photo booth with educational mental health statistics and sayings as well as an art activity titled, ‘Feed you Body Feed Your Soul’. Many youths stopped in after school to participate.

“Lunch was quiet but supper was very busy,” added D’Alessio, who is already thinking of ideas for next year, “I would say our busiest year to date. We want to thank the community for their generosity and support during Mental Illness Awareness Week. Hope to see everyone in 2023.”

Russell Rocks, a non-profit organiza tion that raises funds for our community, presents “Christmas Food Drive” through the Foodbank. This is the first of many fundraising concerts in our series this year’. This event was created to bring our community together through music and a good time. Grab your friends, grab your loved ones, and grab your tickets and get ready for great night of music! We will be rocking alongside local talent: Jevon Rudder Band, Rainwater Whiskey, Sticks n Stones, Sharon Cardiff. This event needs local sponsors so thank you to all involved and are helping make this event happen again. The event is pleased to announce that the proceeds will go to support the Christmas Dinner Drive at Good Neighbour’s Food Bank in Embrun. Tickets available on Eventbrite website. See you there! This is a 19 plus event.

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L to R: Devcore Group Stephan Loyer, Chrystal Mongillo, CMHA/Organizer Angele D’Alessio, Au Vieux Duluth co-owner Alexandre Paradis, CMHA Manager of Mental Health Promotion and Volunteers Jason Pollick. Not Pictured: Astro Printing (sponsor). Back row left to right: Tom Hickey, Mitchell Roy, Alexandre Paradis (Owner, Au Vieux Duluth), Middle row left to right: Monique D’Alessio, Genevieve Desrochers, Amanda Loura, Laurie Campeau, Angele Stang, Bottom Row left to right: Trish Tremblay, Angele D’Alessio (Organizer).

South Glengarry plants 150 trees at Glen Walter Park with RRCA and SLC

Glengarry’s Glen Walter Regional Park was recently embellished with over 150 trees at a community planting event held by the Township of South Glengarry in partnership with the Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) and St. Lawrence College’s (SLC) Environmental Technician program. The variety of native trees planted will help replace some of the trees removed from the park due to the emerald ash borer beetle and Dutch elm dis ease. Some of the tree species planted includ ed black cherry, tamarack, black willow, bur oak, and sugar maple.

“We are very lucky to work with such great community partners on this project,” stated South Glengarry Mayor and RRCA Board Member, Lyle Warden. “A special thank you to all of the volunteers who have come to plant trees with us today. Thank you to our Parks and Recreation department who have organized the two-phase tree removal process and are working hard on making the park user-friendly and safe for all.”

“Promoting a strong tree canopy is a vital part of protecting the health of our region’s watersheds,” noted RRCA Chair and South Glengarry Councillor, Martin Lang. “We are pleased to see this partnership between the RRCA, the Township, and SLC to add trees in Glen Walter Regional Park.”

In addition to community tree planting pro jects, the RRCA works with landowners to reforest idle or vacant land and provides overthe-counter tree sales to the community at low cost. “We are currently planning our 2023 tree planting projects,” said RRCA Stewardship Coordinator, Jessica Herrington. “Property owners, teachers, businesses, municipalities, and community groups are encouraged to reach out to us soon with any tree planting projects they have in mind for next year.”

The Township’s Parks, Recreation and Culture department has been hard at work dur ing the past few years to remove the many trees affected by the emerald ash borer and Dutch elm disease.

Re: Support for workers rights and income

Dear Editor,

It is with respect and gratitude that I com mend the CUPE’s education workers’ courage and commitment to standing up for their rights over the past week. When they have what they need to protect and promote their health, they can contribute to a healthier workplace and positive learning environment

for our students.

Our health and well-being are influenced by many factors. Lack of money is a root cause of poor health. Workers should expect increases in wages over their work life. It is wage increases and not tax credits that cre ate financial stability and protect health. All workers (union and non-union) need support

Through its forestry program, the RRCA has planted over 1.1 million trees locally since 1994, improving the area’s tree cover, flood resilience, wildlife habitat, and the overall

for wage increases. All people unable to work need income assistance that lets them afford their basic needs.

The public overwhelmingly supports CUPE education workers obtaining a fairly and free ly negotiated collective agreement. And we the public must continue to support paying others more than what they need to merely

health of local watersheds. More information on the RRCA’s forestry program can be found at rrca.on.ca or by contacting (613) 938-3611 or info@rrca.on.ca.

survive and enough to be able to thrive as vital contributing members of our community.

Ready to plant: (front, from left) RRCA Stewardship Coordinator, Jessica Herrington, SLC Environmental Technician Program Coordinator, Jordan Ann Kevan de Haan, RRCA Communications and Stewardship Team Lead, Lisa Van De Ligt, RRCA Chair and South Glengarry Councillor, Martin Lang, RRCA General Manager, Richard Pilon, and South Glengarry’s General Manager of Parks, Recreation and Culture, Sherry-Lynn Servage, Mayor Lyle Warden, Councillor Sam McDonell, and CAO Tim Mills.

Sincerely, Tanis Brown

President of SD&SG NDP Riding Association

Vagabond Theatre awarded at EODL One-Act Play Festival

Vagabond Theatre of Cornwall is pleased to announce that once again, it has been rewarded for its production abilities at the Eastern Ontario Drama League (EODL) OneAct Play festival.

Vagabond Theatre production was “The Butleress” by Nick Stoller, produced by Dan Youmelle, directed by Jenny Dagenais, stage managed by Nancy Gagné, and featuring Jill Underwood, Krystal Taillon, Alison Latimer and Rebecca Sorrell-Forrester. The radio voice was played by Bill Kingston. Assisting with production were Jenny Dagenais (sound) and Grant Rezo and Bruce Manzer (set construction).

The Adjudicator’s ‘Award for Physical Theatre’ was presented to the company at the EODL Awards ceremony; in addition, the production was nominated for three other awards: ‘Costume design’, and ‘Ensemble playing’, as well as an ‘Acting-comedy’ nomin ation for Jill Underwood. Locally, the play was presented on Oct 28-29-30 at the Optimist’s

clubhouse.

Hosted by Creative Force Theatre at the historic Flato Academy Theatre, the 2022 EODL one-act play festival was held in Lindsay ON. Over Friday and Saturday, Nov 4-5, nine one-act plays were presented with the awards ceremony being held on Sunday Nov 6th. Each session of 3 plays was adjudicated by Janet Kish, a former curriculum leader at the Claude Watson Arts School in Toronto and an adjudicator at the National Theatre School Drama Festival.

The other theatre companies in the com petitive festival were: Creative Force Theatre, Lindsay Little Theatre, Studio Theatre Perth, Ottawa Little Theatre, Theatre Night in Merrickville, Kanata Acting Studio, Brockville Theatre Guild, Domino Theatre (Kingston) and Vagabond Theatre.

Further information, please contact: info@ vagabondtheatrecornwall or Dan Youmelle at 613 938-1930

Cline House Gallery to host 40 artists in a “Merry Mini” Holiday Art Exhibition

Cline House Gallery is excited to open its doors for the annual “Merry Mini” Holiday Art Exhibition, which started November 10 and runs until December 23.

This popular show features over 200 art pieces each measuring 12x12 inches by 40 artists working in every medium from paint to charcoal, to ceramics and glass.

“This show is a great way to continue to build a wonderful artistic community at the gallery and introduce new and experienced art collectors to emerging and established artists alike,” said Emily MacLeod, Visual Arts Coordinator for the Cline House. “For some of the artists, it is their first time exhibiting in a gallery, while others are sea soned professionals. It’s fun to feature such diversity in one show”.

Some participating artists have come from as far away as Kingston, Ottawa and Montreal, but more than half represent the incredible talent right here in SDG.

“I can’t imagine any artist not feeling proud to see their work hanging on the Cline House Gallery walls,” said participating art ist Heather J Smith of Cornwall. “Walking into the space when the show opens is a feast for the eyes and makes me smile when I see what the other artists have been busy creating. Over the years I’ve made many purchases from this show, I hope to add more work to my home this year and I’ll probably choose a few to give as gifts for the holidays too!”.

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Local artist Heather J Smith who will be participating in the Merry Mini Holiday Art Exhibition, seen holding one of her drawings. She is surrounded by various other work from other participating artists.

Cline House Gallery

an affordable price range during the holiday season is what the “Merry Mini Holiday Show” is all about. It couldn’t be easier to support artists, shop local and buy handmade.

Left to right: Jill Underwood, Alison Latimer, Jenny Dagenais, - Bob Brooks, presenter from EODL, Rebecca Sorrell-Forester and Krystal Taillon

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As we turn the page to move ahead into 2023, we take a look at what we have accomplished in 2022.

We’ve had a busy year of new ideas and initiatives, building on relationships with our community partners and most importantly, we have supported our most vulnerable citizens as they struggle with poverty and food insecurity.

The Agapè Centre continues to be a leader in the fight against poverty and all that entails. We strive to find innovative ways to provide services that help people meet their basic needs. We are here for anyone in need. Everyone is welcome, no one hears NO and no one leaves empty handed. Everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Since March 2020 the number of people using the foodbank has doubled. We now see close to 2500 people each month, over 600 of which are children. The high cost of housing, food and fuel creates an impossible situation for far too many families. We see

more and more working families reaching out for help. Rent and utilities are paid to avoid evictions and there is little left to put food on the table.

THE AGAPÈ CENTRE CONTINUES TO FIGHT POVERTY IN OUR COMMUNITY

We are truly fortunate to be part of such an amazing community. Food Basics, Baxtom’s Your Independent Grocer, Walmart, Matrix, Freshco, National Grocer, No Frills, The Kinsmen Club and The Rotary Club all provide a network of support that enables us to ensure that families have food on their tables.

Our community kitchen is once again serving hot meals each weekday from 11:301:30. People now have the opportunity to sit in comfort and enjoy a meal. Special thanks to the Cornwall Kinettes and the Feed My Sheep community outreach group from Knox St. Paul’s who prepare and serve lunch on statutory holidays and select Saturdays throughout the year. We are thankful to have a safe space to

offer people to warm up in the winter and cool off in the summer.

Partnerships are essential to our success. New partnerships this year provided free haircuts, two lending libraries in the city, community garden boxes, vaccine clinics, three lunch programs for school aged children, a snowsuit campaign, access to free fresh vegetables and partnering with Habitat for Humanity Cornwall and the Counties to open Furniture Partners, a new social enterprise.

As a non-profit organization that receives no sustainable funding, we rely on the generosity of our community.

Our doors would not be open without the selfless contributions from every donor, every business or individual that holds a food

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HUNGER DOES NOT STOP TO CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS

drive, every customer in the New For You thrift shoppe and every person that donates clothing and household items. All these acts of kindness combine to fight poverty and food insecurity in our community.

The Agapè Centre team of staff, volunteers and students is to be commended. We have days which seem impossible but we always manage to persevere and tackle whatever comes our way. At the end of the

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Bramwell and The Honorable Julie Bergeron, to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in the East Region. In attendance were many col leagues from the legal community as well as friends and family of the newly appointed judges.

At the ceremony, the judges reread their affirmations of office and were presented with the burgundy sashes worn by justices of the Ontario Superior Court. Presiding over the ceremony were The Honourable Geoffrey B. Morawetz, Chief Justice of the Superior Court of Justice and The Honourable Calum U. C. MacLeod, Regional Senior Judge for the East

the types of legal proceedings,” explained Mr. Morawetz.

“This is not an easy job, but both of you are very well prepared for it. Both of you have exceptional qualities and have had impres sive careers that have brought you to our court today,” he added.

A private swearing in took place on June 13th of this year, meaning these two inspiring women have been hard at work in their new roles for almost four months. Justice Bramwell is replacing Justice Rick Leroy while Justice Bergeron replaces Justice Gary Tranmer.

LONG SAULT, Ontario – The grand opening of the newest craft brewery in SDG Counties was celebrated with plenty of suds, smiles and satisfaction in South Stormont.

Lost Villages Brewery, which made a suc cessful application to the SDG Regional Incentives Program for $45,000 in funding for building conversion and expansion, marked its grand opening with wall-to-wall customers.

The brewery, which gets its namesake from the nearby Lost Villages (lostvillagesbrewery. com) that were flooded out during the con struction of the St. Lawrence Seaway and power project, offers craft beer on tap, and in cans, and also provides patrons with plenty of room to sip their suds indoors, or out on the patio.

“Lost Villages Brewery accessed grant money provided by SDG through its Regional Incentives Program. The Regional Incentives Program provides funding to eligible busi nesses and tourism amenities in our region to help with improvements to existing amen ities, or to build new ones,” said SDG Counties Warden Carma Williams. “The end result is a state-of-the-art brewery that provides a popu lar local product to consumers while also pay ing homage to our past.”

“This has been two years of a lot of hard work and seeing it all come together with all the people here it is really special for us,” said John Wright, who along with Kevin Baker and Matt Kamm, own Lost Villages Brewery. “There’s a whole piece of history in this area that we wanted to build on, and hopefully people from far away will hear these stories and learn a little bit more about our region.”

The Lost Villages were 10 communities in South Stormont with names like Moulinette,

Santa Cruz, Wales and Maple Grove that were inundated following the construction of the St. Lawrence Seaway and power project in the 1950s. The Lost Villages Museum, located on County Road 2 east of Long Sault, pays homage to these communities.

“The Regional Incentives Program is an excellent avenue for local businesses and entrepreneurs to explore when they are con sidering making changes to an existing busi ness or tourism amenity – or opening some thing new,” said Tara Kirkpatrick, SDG Counties Manager of Economic Development. “We are looking forward to the 2023 Regional Incentives Program intake, where more busi nesses can access this popular initiative.”

For more information on the Regional Incentive Program, visit sdgcounties.ca/eco nomic-development/grants-and-financing/ sdg-regional-tourism-grant.

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Looking Back

OUR STORY STARTS HERE CORNWALL COMMUNITY MUSEUM MUSÉE COMMUNAUTAIRE DE CORNWALL

Hard to imagine this was Downtown

The Warrington family immigrated to our city in 1849, after the potato famine. They established a downtown general store. As can be seen in these photographs taken by a local commercial photographer, the rear of the property included a “courtyard”, two barns and a livery stable.

The family lived above the store; an ele vated walkway connected their residence to one of the barns. The building’s main floor

The property is southwest of (behind) St. John’s Presbyterian Church on First Street; note the church spires which have since dis appeared from the structure and much of the property is part of the municipal parking lot known as Warrington-Brown, accessible from 39 First Street East, from Pitt Street and via St. John’s Lane on Second Street East.

later housed other businesses with residen tial tenants above, but has since been demolished.

The Warrington family later relocated to 226 Adolphus Street. We appreciate Warrington descendant Herb Malcolmson lending us these photos for scanning in order to share them with you.

LIBRA You’ll receive a large amount of money, such as an insurance claim or inheritance. You must be tactful in a situation that may cause a bit of impatience on both sides.

SCORPIO Channel some of your extra energy into doing physical activity; otherwise, you may see your mood drop. You must let off some steam to feel bet ter.

SAGITTARIUS Your mind will be full of ideas and concerns. You may contemplate starting a new career as fresh opportunities present themselves.

CAPRICORN You’ll be surrounded by a crowd or participate in a well-attended work event. While this will benefit you professionally and financially, meeting everyone’s demands will feel exhausting.

AQUARIUS At this time of year, some companies are making significant changes. Despite the anxiety and worry, you’ll benefit from switching things up. You’ll rise to the top, while some colleagues may not.

PISCES You’ll be inspired spontaneously to go on a big adventure. You may also have to take care of some urgent work at home. Whether for a trip or renovation, you’ll spend money this week.

Author: Don Smith for the SD&G Historical Society Photo attribution: Use provide courtesy of Herb Malcolmson

Tips for negotiating a salary proposal

Did you receive a job offer, but the salary is too low?

Here are a few tips to help you negotiate a higher salary that matches your skills.

THE CRITERIA

Companies tend to set their employees’ salaries based on specific criteria. Among other things, internal equity is typically a factor. This means your salary should be reasonable in comparison to other team members who occupy the same position and level of seniority. The sala ry amount may also be based on the company’s budget and urgency to fill the position.

THE CONTEXT

You’re much more likely to negotiate a higher salary if you’re the company’s first choice. If the recruitment process drags on or you feel like you’re one of many can

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

didates on a waiting list, you may be a second or third choice. In this case, asking for a better salary could be futile.

POINTS TO TALK ABOUT

Some things, such as vacation days and working hours, are difficult to keep secret and can cause dissatisfaction or jealousy among colleagues. Therefore, you should fo cus on aspects of the job that’ll remain confidential, like your salary and a company computer or cell phone.

Whatever your proposal, end it with an open question like “What do you think?” to get the discussion going. For more information plus additional web job postings visit Choosecornwall.ca or call 613-933-0074

How does social media impact your job search?

Are you aware of your digital footprint? Each time you set up a profile or access social media online you are adding to your digital footprint. Employers are increasingly aware of how they are represented via social media and as a result, they want to ensure their potential employees fit the company image. Like it or not, you may want to think before you post! Did you know that up to 70% of employers are now screening applicants based on their social media profiles? Register with Job Zone d’emploi and learn about what steps you can take to ensure you are creating a positive social media presence that employers will embrace.

BY JULIE SULLIVAN; JOB ZONE D’EMPLOI PROGRAM SUPERVISOR

Job Zone d’emploi 144 Pitt St., Cornwall 613-933-9675 530 Fred St., Winchester 613-774-5627 www.jobzonedemploi.ca

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Administrative Assistant – Payroll

The Administrative Assistant - Payroll processes various payroll and benefits transactions for all County Departments; and assists with other accounting functions.

2022 Salary Range: $51,697 to $59,081 with full benefit package and pension

FACILITIES SYSTEMS

OPERATOR

This position is located in beautiful Cornwall, Ontario, which is a safe and friendly growing community located on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Eastern Ontario. Reporting to the Supervisor, Facilities, the successful candidate will be required to assist with the general building maintenance at the main Cornwall Operations Centre and Cornwall District Heating (“CDH”) plant. Responsible for buildings and equipment at the Operations Centre and CDH facility to ensure safe operations by conducting regular preventative maintenance, and inspections. Address areas that require attention and work with any outside general contractors to schedule and to make certain work orders are completed. Adhere to all Company policies and procedures and comply with all relevant legislation and standards.

The incumbent will also be responsible to help with the safe operations and maintenance of our CDH plant’s five (5) megawatt (electrical) co-generation facility. The facility consists of two (2) natural gas fired 3000 horse powered engines and three (3) 350-horse powered hot water boilers. This position will collaborate with the facilities team and any outside contractors/consultants in regard to installation, troubleshooting and repairs of the co-generation facility to secure safe and reliable electricity to local businesses.

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. The successful candidate will require a combination of solid technical knowledge, maintenance background, willingness to learn, excellent communication skills, problem solving capabilities, and the ability to develop and maintain relationships with all levels of the organization. If you happen to be seeking a rewarding career, are flexible, an opportunity to work both independently (such as on-call requirements), be part of a collaborative and dynamic team with an attractive compensation package and more - we encourage you to apply!

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

• Certificate of competency as a Power Engineer (Minimum 4th Class) as per the standards set by the TSSA, which are required to operate within our heating plant.

• The ideal candidate will have at least five (5) years of related operational experience in a heating plant, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.

• Demonstrate a sound knowledge of all aspects of mechanical equipment and general building maintenance. Other duties may be assigned.

• Must be able to work in an outdoor environment and when required, outside of normal operating hours.

• Strong organizational, interpersonal and both oral/written communications skills (French an asset).

• An unrelenting commitment and passion to safety, ethics, and mindset to strive for continuous improvement in the workplace.

• Practical knowledge of MS Office Suite; an understanding of SAP would be considered an asset.

• Ability to hold and maintain a Valid Ontario “DZ” license with a clean driving abstract.

Qualified and interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume through the Career Opportunities page at www.cornwallelectric.com by December 7, 2022.

We thank all respondents, however due to volume we will only contact those selected for an interview. Cornwall Electric, together with FortisOntario, is committed to nurturing a positive, professional, and equal opportunity workforce. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are equipped to accommodate individual needs identified to us throughout our hiring process.

Interested candidates are invited to visit our website at www.sdgcounties.ca to obtain complete position information and instructions on how to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Human Rights Code during the hiring process.

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Neil was the beloved husband and best friend of Ann Cragg (née Davies) for 55 years.

He was the very proud father of son Eric Cragg (MA) & (Heather McCutcheon) of Ottawa and daughter, Dr. Leah Eden (née Cragg) (Ed.D) & (Aaron Eden) of Burlington, Ontario. He was the adoring “Gramps” to his grandson Henry Cragg and will be greatly missed. His furry friends, Finnegan, Sprocket, Odie, and Linus always brought great joy.

Neil loved teaching, both at GVSS and CCVS, during his career where he was passionate about his courses and supporting students both inside and outside of class, including volunteering with the choir and at the “jelly-bean land”. His love of teaching and supporting others continued into his retirement with his volunteer efforts with the Encore (Computers) Course at St. Lawrence College for many years. He enjoyed curling, at both the Lancaster and Cornwall Curling Clubs for which he not only played, but thoroughly enjoyed creating the professional photos of teams. He had a great passion for photoshop and creating beautiful composites for family, friends, and community groups.

Neil was predeceased by his parents Dr. George W. Cragg and Madeleine Cragg-McGuire (nee Chapman), and his eldest brother, Paul Cragg. He is survived by siblings Ross, Suzanne, Tom, Leslie, and Mike along with many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude for the great care he was provided by his primary physicians, Dr. John Fulop, and Dr. Vanessa Carter, as well as to all the wonderful medical staff who supported his care. The greatest appreciation goes to Pat Piquette and her staff as an ever welcoming, supportive and caring pharmacy team who went above and beyond at the Fullerton Drug Store (Pitt Street).

As per Neil’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A gathering for family and friends will take place at the WILSON FUNERAL HOME 822 Pitt Street, Cornwall on Friday, November 18th, 2022, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. As per the family’s request masks are required. Neil will be laid to rest in a private ceremony at Woodlawn Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of one’s choice would be appreciated by the family. Online messages of condolences may be made in the obituary section of: www. wilsonfuneralhome.ca

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It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Neil Cragg, at home, on November 9th, 2022.

Successful Book Launch in Long Sault

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

Affectionately known as the Seaway Valley’s Queen of Crime, Maggie Wheeler launched the final book in her best-selling ‘Lost Villages’ historical murder series, The Last Wave By, on November 6, 2022.

The intimate launch took place at the Legion in Long Sault, where fans gathered to say goodbye to a series that spanned more than 20 years.

The seven-book series follows much-loved protagonist, Farran Mackenzie. It showcases the social, cultural, historical, and psycho logical fallout from the St. Lawrence Seaway and Power Project of the 1950s – with a side of murder.

“The launch went very well. It was great to see the turnout and have the chance to speak with so many of my readers. I think we gave Farran Mackenzie a lovely send off!” said Wheeler.

David Hill, a member of the Lost Villages Historical Society alongside Wheeler, said that while her stories are fiction, they bring back a lot of memories. Hill grew up in Moulinette, one of the Lost Villages, and his grandfather’s barbershop is one of the sites at the Lost Villages Museum.

“We sell her books at the bookstore; they bring people into the museum. I’ve read each

very interesting,” Hill explained.

When asked if any new books were on the horizon, Wheeler told Seaway News that she plans to take a break from novels for a few years and work with smaller items, non-fiction included.

SDG formalizes rural education committee

PHILLIP BLANCHER LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER

In a move to continue discussion and advo cacy for rural education in SDG Counties, Counties Councillors adopted formal terms of reference for its ad hoc Rural Education Committee at its last council meeting on October 17.

The committee, which was struck in 2019 in response to the school closure processes initiated by the Upper Canada District School Board and Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario in 2016, completed a num ber of goals including a report on rural educa tion and hosted an education symposium.

To continue focus into the next term and serve as a possible rallying group when the moratorium on school closures is lifted by the Ontario government, the committee now has a budget and a formal mandate.

The committee will continue to have one

representative from each lower-tier municip ality. Those appointments are selected by each municipality and can either be an elect ed official or a lay appointment.

Unlike the Police Services Board or SDG Library Board, appointments are recom mended by the lower-tier councils rather than sought only by the upper tier council. Appointments are for a two year term.

The mandate of the committee is to identify ways to improve access to education for rural students, and make recommendations to SDG Counties Council.

A budget of $15,000 per year has been assigned to the committee.

Between four-to-six meetings of the rural education committee will take place. As a committee of council, the meetings are open to the public.

Appointments to the board will be sought in January 2023.

ly surrounded the quiet collection of taxi dermy specimens roosting at the Raisin Region Conservation Authority’s (RRCA) Cooper Marsh Visitors Centre in South Glengarry, as nineteen eager carpenters of all ages busily built boxes to hopefully host nest ing pairs of tree swallows and their young at various RRCA conservation sites.

The activity took place during a free RRCA workshop focused on the valuable role that artificial nesting structures can play to sup port various bird populations affected by habi tat loss.

The workshop was the fourth in a free edu cational series being offered by the RRCA and its partners through the Cooper Marsh Biodiversity project, a multi-year effort to

diversity through habitat planting and enhancement, invasive species control, bio diversity monitoring, and outreach. This pro ject was undertaken with the financial sup port of the Nature Smart Climate Solutions Fund, a Government of Canada’s Department of Environment and Climate Change program in partnership with Conservation Ontario. Funding for the project was also provided by Ontario Power Generation.

The RRCA encourages those interested in attending future workshops planned for 2023 to subscribe to the RRCA’s newsletter at rrca. on.ca to be notified when pre-registrations become available. For more information, visit rrca.on.ca or contact (613) 938-3611 or info@rrca.on.ca.

Eager Conservationists: (From left) Elliott, Zachary and Evelyn proudly display the tree swallow nesting boxes they built at a workshop recently hosted by the Raisin Region Conservation Authority at Cooper Marsh.

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NEWS FROM THE SQUARE

Get ready! Santa Claus is not only com ing to town as part of the City of Cornwall’s Santa Claus Parade on Saturday November 19th BUT Santa Claus will be staying in town here at The Square. Arriving at 11:00am on Sunday November 20th and will be in his display at Centre Court on the main level on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11:30am to 2:00pm and again from 3:00pm to 6:30pm. On Saturday and Sunday Santa will be here from 11:00am to 2:00pm and again from 3;00pm to 5:00pm. We hope that everyone has been nice! Again, this year, as they have for over the past decade, Digiphoto will be doing the Photos with Santa during Santa’s stay here at the mall. Who does not want to get a picture of their little ones with Santa so that those memories can be treasured and shared forever.

Stay tuned as next week, I will reveal the

lights, bells and other décor, to fluffing the trees (there is nothing like a good “fluff” for a tree, Aah!) and making sure that the entire décor package hangs together to provide all of our customers with a festive experience.

Did you know that Floral Expressions’ Christmas store is now open? Check out the super looking balloon Candy Cane creat ed by Katie at Balloon Babes.

Did you know that Urban Wear is now open on the upper level to the right of the escalators as you get off the “UP” escal ator? Check out their fashion items as well as some very interesting wind mobiles on display in their front window.

Did you know that Calendar Club and Hickory Farms are open as of November 15th . So when you read this, their combo store should already be. in the former Children’s Place on the main floor right next to Santa in Centre Court. Remember Hickory Farms is inside the combined Calendar Club/Hickory Farms united store concept

Did you know that the Focus Art, 2022 Fall Art Show will run from the 17th of November to the 27th of November? The Art

JOKE OF THE WEEK

Yesterday I saw a guy spill all his Scrabble letters on the road.

I asked him, “What’s the word on the street?”

Therrien Garage honoured for 50 years

Members of Council present Therrien Garage Owner Fernand (Fern) Therrien with 50th-anniversary certificates of recognition on behalf of the Township of South Glengarry and MPP Nolan Quinn’s office.

Fern proudly accepts the certificates in front of the business his father Leo started in 1972, sporting his Therrien Garage hoodie, flanked by his son Marc and his grandson Sebastien. The trio is kept busy at the garage

located on Maple Road at County Road 34 in Williamstown, where customers arrive and depart in rapid succession, entrusting their keys and vehicles to the skills and abilities of this talented family.

Fern confidently predicts, “The phone will ring non-stop when the first snow flies… people wanting their snow tires put on yester day”. With 50 of experience to back up the prediction, this is a safe bet.

Thomas Lorne Irvine Weightlifting Competition Development course last weekend. Great course, instructors, classmates and host! (Submitted photo).

Friday November 4th saw the Dave Witherspoon senior men’s curling trophy awarded to team Gerry Goulet. Standing in for Goulet as a spare skip for the playoff game was Gilles Viau. Left to right: Marcello Delgreco

Club

Rotary

de Cornwall fait un don de 4 620$ pour soutenir les familles ukrainiennes!

Cornwall – Le Canada est déterminé à sout enir les personnes touchées par l’invasion russe de l’Ukraine. L’obtention de visas de visiteur se fait le plus rapidement que pos sible afin que toutes les familles accueillies trouvent un foyer sûr au Canada. « À Cornwall, l’ACFO SDG mobilise les dons de la commun auté, des organismes et des entreprises pour soutenir ces familles nouvellement arrivées dans la région. Nous remercions sincère ment le Club Rotary de Cornwall pour son don

si généreux de 4 620 $ » de souligner le président de l’ACFO SDG, Jean-Yves Lemoine. Déjà 25 000$ ont été récoltés pour appuyer les familles vulnérables arrivées dans la région.

Note : La Fondation qui se crée actuelle ment est une innovation sociale qui s’inscrit dans le projet de société inclusive de Cornwall SDG. Si vous voulez faire un don, contac tez-nous à l’ACFO SDG : 613 833 9104.

Le Bureau de santé de l’est de l’Ontario lance un sondage pour prendre le pouls de la santé mentale de la communauté

Pendant les mois d’octobre et novembre, le Bureau de santé de l’est de l’Ontario (BSEO) a recours à un sondage par téléphone, par courriel ou en personne afin de mieux com prendre l’état de santé mentale de nos popu lations. Ce sondage anonyme permettra au BSEO de mieux planifier ses programmes et services actuels et futurs.

Si vous habitez dans la région du BSEO, vous pourriez recevoir en novembre un appel téléphonique de la firme de recherche qui administrera ce sondage en partenariat avec le BSEO. Le personnel du BSEO se déplace également dans différents endroits de la communauté pour recueillir des réponses aux sondages administrés en personne.

Les thèmes que couvre le sondage com portent notamment la satisfaction face à l’ac cès actuel aux soins de santé mentale offerts, les niveaux de stress, comment s’y adapter et les gérer, la maladie mentale et la satisfaction générale face à la vie. Toutes les réponses au sondage recueillies par téléphone et en personne sont anonymes; aucuns renseignements personnels n’y sont joints.

« Le BSEO est déterminé de soutenir non seulement la santé physique des membres de notre communauté, mais aussi leur santé mentale, particulièrement à la suite du stress supplémentaire que nous avons subi au cours des quelques dernières années », déclare le Dr Paul Roumeliotis, Médecin hygiéniste du BSEO. « Ce sondage nous dira comment se porte notre communauté ainsi qu’il nous dirigera vers les domaines où un soutien accru est nécessaire. Ensuite, nous pourrons planifier et offrir des programmes le plus efficace possible. »

Les résultats du sondage seront utilisés pour actualiser le rapport du BSEO sur les indicateurs de la santé et la santé mentale du BSEO, ainsi que mettre à jour nos pro grammes ou en créer des nouveaux. Ces con statations seront aussi partagées avec les partenaires communautaires du BSEO afin de faciliter la planification et la prestation de leurs programmes.

Pour en savoir plus sur la santé mentale, les indicateurs de santé et les programmes du BSEO, consultez notre site Web à BSEO. ca.

150 Personnes ont participé à cette belle célébration

L’ACFO SDG a tenu, dimanche, sa première activité de célébration communautaire auprès des bénéficiaires du Centre de transition DEV-ACFO SDG situé dans l’ancien Centre NAV.

Merci à la Police de Cornwall, au CEPEO et

au CSDCEO ainsi qu’à Yafa Arts d’avoir pris part aux festivités!

Pour en savoir plus sur le Centre de transi tion DEV-ACFO SDG, visitez notre site web : https://buff.ly/3FzdGgO ou contactez-nous à cic@acfosdg.ca

200 Personnes ont participé au tournoi

L’ACFO SDG est fière d’avoir organisé, avec ses collaborateurs, un tournoi de lacrosse mettant en vedette des jeunes autochtones d’Akwesasne et des jeunes francophones de Cornwall. L’organisation a permis à quatre écoles francophones et deux écoles d’Ak wesasne de recevoir de l’équipement ainsi

qu’une formation avec les professionnels de Nationwide Lacrosse Nationwide Lacrosse.

Un grand Nià:wen (merci) à l’Akwesasne Mohawk School et son équipe de nous avoir accueilli pour le tournoi.

Merci à Kathy LaPointe pour toutes les photos et vidéos souvenirs.

INGRÉDIENTS

(Pour 6 portions)

• 4 c. à soupe d’huile d’olive

• 1 oignon, haché finement

Ratatouille

• 5 gousses d’ail, hachées finement

• 1 poivron orange, coupé en petits dés

• 1 poivron jaune, coupé en petits dés

• 1 boîte de tomates en dés

• 10 feuilles de basilic frais, hachées finement

• 2 courgettes jaunes, coupées en fines rondelles

• 2 courgettes vertes, coupées en fines rondelles

• 2 aubergines, coupées en fines rondelles

• 4 tomates Roma, coupées en fines rondelles

• 2 c. à soupe de persil italien frais, haché finement

• 2 c. à thé de thym frais, haché finement

• 2 c. à thé d’origan frais, haché finement

• Sel et poivre

PRÉPARATION

1.Préchauffer le four à 375 °F. Dans une grande poêle allant au four, faire revenir l’oignon et 4 gousses d’ail dans la moitié de l’huile d’olive. Lorsque l’oignon est translucide, ajouter les poivrons et poursuivre la cuisson environ 10 minutes. Saler et poivrer. Ajouter les

tomates en dés et porter à ébullition. Réduire le feu et laisser mijoter environ 5 minutes, en écrasant les tomates avec une cuillère en bois afin de créer une sauce plus ou moins lisse. Parsemer la sauce de la moitié du basilic.

2. Dans la même poêle, déposer les rondelles de légumes en les alternant dans le but de créer une spirale.

3. Parsemer le tout du reste d’huile d’olive, du reste de basilic, de la dernière gousse d’ail, du persil, du thym et de l’origan. Saler et poivrer.

4. Couvrir la poêle d’un couvercle ou de papier aluminium. Enfourner 40 minutes, découvrir et poursuivre la cuisson encore 20 minutes.

Minicrêpes à la citrouille

Au brunch ou au déjeuner, ces minicrêpes épicées vous feront commencer la journée du bon pied!

INGRÉDIENTS

(Pour 24 minicrêpes)

• 1 1/2 tasse de lait

• 1 tasse de purée de citrouille

• 1 œuf

• 2 c. à soupe d’huile végétale

• 2 c. à soupe de vinaigre de cidre

• 2 tasses de farine

• 3 c. à soupe de cassonade

• 2 c. à thé de poudre à pâte

• 2 c. à thé de bicarbonate de soude

• 1 c. à thé de quatre-épices

• 1 c. à thé de cannelle moulue

• 1/2 c. à thé de muscade

• 1/2 c. à thé de gingembre râpé

• 1/2 c. à thé de sel

• 2 c. à soupe de beurre

• 1/4 tasse de sucre à glacer

PRÉPARATION

1. Mélanger les ingrédients humides dans un bol. Dans un autre bol, mélanger les ingrédients secs. Verser les ingrédients humides dans les ingrédients secs, et mélanger doucement jusqu’à ce que la pré paration soit uniforme.

2. Faire fondre le beurre dans une poêle antiadhé sive. Former les minicrêpes en versant dans la poêle environ 2 c. à soupe de mélange par crêpe. Cuire environ 2 minutes de chaque côté, jusqu’à l’obten tion d’une belle couleur dorée.

3. Saupoudrer les crêpes de sucre à glacer.

7 gestes d’entretien à conserver durant toute la saison froide

Outre l’entretien complet avant le début de la saison hivernale, il importe de continuer à poser certains gestes tout au long de cette dernière afin de prolonger la durée de vie de votre véhicule et de vous assurer une con duite sécuritaire. Voici ce qu’il vous faut faire!

1. Lavez régulièrement votre véhicule : vous en retirerez notamment le calcium qui favorise sa corrosion et son usure prématurée.

2. Laissez le dégivreur s’occuper des essuie-glaces : si la glace qui s’y trouve ne s’enlève pas facilement, il peut être dom mageable de les cogner avec votre balai à neige ou d’y verser de l’eau chaude, celle-ci pouvant faire fissurer le pare-brise. Patientez plutôt le temps que le dégivreur effectue sa tâche.

3. Permettez au moteur de se réchauffer : cela aura pour effet de rendre l’huile à moteur et les autres lubrifiants plus liquides pour ral entir l’usure des composantes mobiles du moteur.

4. Vérifiez la pression des pneus : les températures froides font diminuer la pres sion des pneus, ce qui peut rendre la con duite moins sécuritaire.

5. Remplissez suffisamment le réservoir de carburant : vous limitez ainsi la condensa tion, qui peut geler quand il fait froid et empêcher votre véhicule de démarrer. Votre réservoir doit rester relativement plein, sur tout lors des grands froids.

6. Contrôlez le niveau de lave-glace : activer les essuie-glaces sans lave-glace peut

user leur caoutchouc ou encore égratigner le pare-brise. Vérifiez souvent le niveau de liquide et évitez d’être à sec en conservant un bidon de lave-glace dans le coffre.

7. Maintenez vos essuie-glaces abaissés : les redresser avant une tempête comporte plus d’inconvénients que d’avantages. Avec le temps, la pression de vos essuie-glaces sur le pare-brise sera moindre, nuisant à votre visibilité sur la route.

L’état de votre véhicule vous préoccupe? Pour avoir l’heure juste, prenez rendez-vous dans un atelier de mécanique de votre région pour une inspection!