Cornwall Seaway News January 11, 2022 Edition

HEADED TO BOWLING NATIONALS

2013 and qualified in 2020, but COVID-19 prevented those from happening.

Local ten-year-old Peyton Robertson is heading to Regina, Saskatchewan in May for the YBC nationals bowling tournament for fivepin bowling after winning gold at a provincial tournament in Ottawa on December 4th, 2022. She is representing all Southern Ontario for the Bantam division.

“I am excited. She is the first person in both sides of her family and her stepfather’s side to go to nationals,” said Peyton’s mom, Kerri, “My stepsons used to bowl, and we’ve been to quite a few provincials, her sister has been to provincials, she’s been to provincials, but this is the first time somebody has moved past provincials.”

Peyton attends St. Peter’s Catholic School in grade 5. Both her parents and her stepfather grew up bowling. This is only Peyton’s third year in a league and due to covid, two of those years were cut short.

“Her first four games were all in the 100s. She was 7th place going into her last game and we were like, ‘Ok, you know what, just have fun. Don’t even worry about anything else’ – because at this point she had no chance of winning – then she went and bowled a 294. She got five strikes in a row and went from 7th to 1st in one game. So, I guess, never give up because you don’t know what’s going to happen!” Kerri explained.

When asked how it felt bowling a 294, Peyton told Seaway News she surprised herself, “I almost screamed,” she said.

Peyton shared that she is excited (and a little nervous) to go to nationals, and that she enjoys competing in tournaments because she gets to travel to different places.

Chloe Russell, 17, will also be headed to Saskatchewan in May for nationals representing the Senior division. The St. Joes student has bowled since she was about five and has participated in leagues for over 10 years. Russell went to bowling nationals in

Chloe told Seaway News that her entire family has bowled, including her mom, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

“I just fell in love with it too,” she said, sharing that her favorite part of playing in a league is, “making a bunch of friends and just having fun with it.”

Congratulations to both and good luck in May!

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

Chloe Russell and Peyton Robertson.

Francis Racine

It’s a Fact!

CITY OF CORNWALL

We’ve made it — we’re now in 2023!

As is the case with nearly everyone, you’ve probably made yourself a list of goals that you hope to tackle over the new year.

Here’s one that you probably didn’t think of but that could end up being useful — becoming a more informed resident.

It’s a pretty easy process — all you have to do is visit www.cornwall.ca. There, you will a wealth of information about the many services that are offered to Cornwall residents.

Did you know that there are an incredible 41 smoke-free public parks in the City of Cornwall?

By visiting our website, you’ll be able to find information on each of these. This includes not only their location, but also what kind of facilities they house — this could be outdoor rinks, playgrounds, ball diamonds and even splash pads, among other things.

There, you can also find several different maps of Cornwall. These range from the Cornwall landfill, zoning, future construction projects and even the water and sewer network.

Yet it doesn’t even stop there. You can also peek at what Cornwall used to look

like from the sky back in 1929!

You can also read up on all the city’s newest announcements — simply click on the news tab and you will be able to browse all the press releases that have been published.

Why stop there? Learn all about waste collection too! Did you know that there are garbage collection rules? For example, garbage cans must have two handles and must not be bigger than 136 litres or 32 gallons.

What’s more, small grocery bags are technically not accepted at the curb. Instead, these must be put inside a garbage bag or in a garbage can.

When you visit Cornwall.ca/waste, you will also be able to find this year’s printable 2023 Waste Collection Calendar. Simply print it and tape it to your fridge — you’ll never miss a bulky item pick up or Give a Shirt date ever again!

Have you ever wanted to become a business owner? Do you think that 2023 might be the year where you finally make the leap?

Well then you ought to reach out to the Cornwall Business Enterprise Centre. It provides support and guidance to business owners and entrepreneurs in the City of Cornwall, Counties of SDG and Akwesasne.

That includes free consultations, reviewing business plans as well as workshops and seminars.

I hope that you have a great and wonderful year!

the Kinsmen Club of Cornwall is introducing a progressive jackpot that could see bingo players winning up to $4,000.

“Since 2000 proceeds from our TV Bingo have enabled the Kinsmen Club of Cornwall to donate over $2.2 million dollars to over 120 local community organizations. Among our priorities are relief of poverty (we contribute to all the local food banks), health (we are proud supporters of the Cornwall Community Hospital Foundation, and St. Josephs among others), and education (we donate bursaries to all the high schools in SD&G),” explains Kinsmen President, Claude Legault.

100% of the TVBingo proceeds are given back to the community. In addition to that, the

card games in Regular and Special bingos. This is an additional prize awarded to any player that has a Bingo in 50 numbers or less. For example, if a player has a bingo in 50 numbers or less for a Special game, that player would win $2,000 plus whatever the jackpot is at that time. The jackpot starts at $500 and an additional $100 is added per week until it is won, or the jackpot reaches $2,000 at which time it will be awarded on that evening to the full card winner regardless of the number of numbers called.

Once it is won the progressive jackpot starts again at $500 and will add another $100 per week until it is won or reaches $2,000.

Toxic Attitudes

The New Year can bring new goals and resolutions to help better ourselves: with our eating, exercising, simplifying, organizing and more. There’s something about a fresh calendar year that propels us to make changes and to step up with better choices.

Often our greatest battles are with ourselves; to choose well and to live wisely. There are certain attitudes and choices that, over time, can become toxic to us mentally, emotional and spiritually. The Lord understands our weaknesses and promises to help us. He came to give us life and renewal. Don’t let old ways hold you back any longer. Press through, live free, and choose what is better. Here’s a quick ‘top five’ toxic attitudes always waiting to be addressed:

1. Apathy. There is a common listlessness and ‘down in the dumps’ that many experience occasionally. But the Lord promises to renew us through seasons of refreshing when we let go of our own poor desires and choose Him first.

2. Pride. In a world that promotes ‘self’ and ‘looking out for number one,’ it can seem like we’re going against the natural current of society when we choose humility over pride. Laying down this attitude of pride as a daily

choice can take us to a deeper place of intimacy with God. We’re can be reminded how much life is not just about us, but about Him living in us and through us. Our focus on what’s most important will change.

3. Worry; is a difficult battle for many of us. God reminds us over and over in the Bible that we don’t have to fear. He tells us how attempting to carry the cares and worries of this world on our own will burden us down. God is able to set us free from the burdens that seek to hold us back.

4. Anger. Perhaps more than ever, these past few years have seen a significant divide in our nation. God can and will change us into people of kindness, selfcontrol, and consideration. We always need to allow Him to work in this key area.

5. Unforgiveness. This attitude and choice can be one of the greatest of downfalls. It becomes a vicious cycle of other toxic behaviors; bitterness, anger and resentment. Forgiveness is a ‘releasing’ where you trust God to take care of everything, so you can truly live burden-free!

Happy New Year!

Pastor Jim

Cornwall Fire Service welcomes new Deputy Fire Chief

Cornwall Fire Chief Matthew Stephenson is pleased to announce the appointment of Addison Pelkey as Deputy Fire Chief of the Cornwall Fire Service, effective January 2, 2023.

Reporting to the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief Pelkey is responsible for overseeing the Suppression, Professional Standards / Qualifications and Fleet / Facilities Divisions. Deputy Fire Chief Pelkey will work alongside Deputy Fire Chief Leighton Woods, who is responsible for Fire Prevention, Communications and Emergency Management.

“I’m looking forward to working with Deputy Fire Chief Pelkey in making our community

even safer, when it comes to fire suppression,” said Cornwall Fire Service Chief Matthew Stephenson. “Deputy Fire Chief Pelkey has a wealth of experience and knowledge that will help our department move forward in the years to come.”

Throughout his 11 years of service, Deputy Fire Chief Pelkey has risen through the ranks, serving as Firefighter and Training Officer.

Deputy Fire Chief Pelkey’s appointment follows the completion of the recruitment process to fill the vacancy due to the recent promotion of Fire Chief Matthew Stephenson, which took effect September 7, 2022.

Deputy Chief Pelkey begins his new role on January 2, 2023.

New Administrator for the Glen Stor Dun Lodge announced

Meena Mullur has been named as the new Administrator for the Glen Stor Dun Lodge.

“I am very pleased to announce that Ms. Mullur will be assuming the role of Administrator effective January 16, 2023,” said Mellissa Morgan, the City of Cornwall’s General Manager, Human Services and LongTerm Care.

Mullur began her career with the City in September 2007 as a Case Manager in the Social and Housing Services Department. She then became a Program Supervisor in the Ontario Works Division in July 2016 and has supervised many programs within that Division.

Meena joined the Housing division as a Program Supervisor in September 2020 until taking on her current role as Human Services Deputy Administrator in July 2022, leading and managing changes in the Ontario Works Division including Homelessness /By-Names list implementation within her portfolio.

“Ms. Mullur holds a degree in Public Administration and continues to build on her

Morgan. “She brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership experience to the position.”

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(Left to right) Cornwall Fire Service Deputy Chief Leighton Woods, Chief Matthew Stephenson and Deputy Chief Addison Pelkey. — photo City of Cornwall

NEW YEAR’S

RESOLUTIONS

(YUCK) IT’S

TIME FOR A CHANGE. How about a resolution to have more Fun and Socialize in 2023. Here’s your opportunity to dance the winter away with the GLENGARRY TARTANS Alexandria. Sundays January-April 2023. Easy Modern Square Dancing! New Beginners & Social Dance Group. You’re invited to learn a few steps & add some FUN to your New Year’s resolutions. JANUARY 15, 2023 OPEN HOUSE 2pm to 3pm - no cost/no obligation. La Fraternite, 49 St. Paul Street, Alexandria. Info: Marcelle 613525-4835 or Carole 613-931-1783. We dance for Fun, Fitness & Friendship & we are not professional dancers. Casual attire/ comfy shoes. VAX required MASKS voluntary.

LIVING LIFE TO THE FULL (English Virtual Program) 8 weeks. Join CMHA and the Cornwall Public Library for the upcoming Free Virtual Program. This group based interactive program teaches skills for managing stress, unhelpful thoughts, anger and low confidence. February 1st 6:30pm8:00pm until March 22nd 6:30pm-8:00pm at the Cornwall Public Library and Zoom. Info: 613-551-9253.

BINGO AT ANAF Mondays and Thursdays. Doors open at 10am. Bingo starts at 12pm. Euchre to resume on Wed. Jan. 11, 2023.

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

IS SOMEONE’S DRINKING BOTHERING YOU? You are not alone. There is help and hope. Call 613-937-4880 or visit www. al-anon.org

CORNWALL COMFORT QUILTS are handmade for and given to Cancer patients. Info: Nicole 613 935-5593, Janice 613 9361951. Email: Mcintyren58@hotmail.com.

SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER: on the last Friday of the month. The next fundraiser will be on Jan. 27th at Knights of Columbus, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs) from 11:30am1 pm and 4-6:30 pm.

CORNWALL NEW HORIZONS BAND meets on Tues. & Thurs. at 3:30 pm at St. Felix de Valois Church Hall. Info: Pat 613931-1580 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.

BEAT THE WINTER BLUES on Blue Monday January 16th at 6:30 pm with Christal from Zumba Cornwall for an energizing Zumba Class in Support of CMHA at St. Lawrence High School. Info: 613-551-9253

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

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

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

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.

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

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

BINGO AU CCÉC ! Venez jouer tous les lundis à 18h00. Portes ouvertes à 16h00. PAS DE RÉSERVATION. Rendez-vous au CCÉC 146b avenue Chevrier, K6H 1S1, Cornwall

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

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 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 enthusiasts. Info: John Kelly, 613 930-5646.

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.

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.

MUSIC MATINEE & DINNER on Sun. Jan 15th 2-6 pm featuring the Hillbilly Highway. Cardinal Legion, 105 Legion Way, Cardinal. Tickets avail at the door. Info: Mariette 613-361-2214

LADIES AUXILLIARY BREAKFAST Sun., Jan 29 from 8-11:30 am at 105 Legion Way, Cardinal.

THE CORNWALL LEGION BRANCH 297 SENIORS OVER 60 CLUB Bid Euchre will be held on Thurs., Jan. 12th, 19th and 26th in the main hall, starting at 1 pm.

50+ COMMUNITY CLUB EUCHRE Sat. Jan. 21st from 12-4pm at ST. Matthews, 15 Memorial Square, Ingleside. $50 for 1st Place. Share the wealth Draw/Door prize. Info: Betty 613-984-1431 or Jack 613-537-2295

STORMONT AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY Annual Meeting, Jan. 21, 2023. Potluck at Noon, Meeting at 1 pm. At South Nation Conservation Office, Finch. Info: www.stormontfair.ca.

RCAFA WING 424 WEDNESDAY WING NIGHT KARAOKE entertainers are: Jan 11th Daryl & Julie; Jan 18th Rick & Brenda; Jan 25th Lil Debbie & Kim.

CLASSIC COUNTRY MUSIC DANCE Jan 14th at the Lion’s Club in Bonville at 6 pm. Info Marland 613-936-3625.

THE SEAWAY INTERNATIONAL STAMP CLUB meeting on Jan. 17th at the Cornwall Public Library from 6:30-8:30 pm. Learn about collecting while trading, selling and socializing with other members.

CORNWALL WESLEYAN CHURCH Sunday Morning Worship Service at 10:00 am. Kids Konnect from ages 4 -12 every Sunday. Nursery avail. Bible Study at 6:30 pm. Thurs,in person or via zoom. Info 613-9369166 or cornwallwesleyan@gmail.com or www.cornwallwesleyanchurch.on.ca

SOCIAL DANCING the first Friday of the month (except April which will be second Friday) from 7-10 pm at the Centre CharlesÉmile-Claude 146 Chevrier Ave. Dances Feb 3, March 3, April 14, May 5, June 2. Info: Dennis 613-618-7684.

Glengarry Highland Games Nominated as 2022 Event of the Year

The pipes|drums Magazine has awarded its 22nd annual New Year’s Honours to recognize the greatest collective performances, results and contributions made in the world over the past year. The Honours are decided by a panel of 20 pipers and drummers evenly dispersed around the world who are in tune with what’s going on with piping, drumming, politics, products and events.

The Glengarry Highland Games was nominated in the Event of the Year category and was the only Canadian nominee in a field of six. Games President Eric Metcalfe was thrilled and states, “It’s always nice to be recognized for what we do, especially at this level. Through the hard work of our directors and volunteers, each year we strive to present the best celtic festival possible.” The winner

of this year’s Honour was the World Pipe Band Championships held in Glasgow, Scotland which brings together the finest pipers and drummers in the world. The panelists in commenting on the Glengarry Highland Games nomination stated, “…in terms of paying audience, there’s no bigger event in the world. Like almost every other contest, competing numbers were down, but there was no decline in optimism and energy for the future. Haste ye back, indeed.”

The pipes/drums Magazine adds, “Congratulations to all winners and nominees and those who contributed so much to piping and drumming over the last 12 months.” The 2023 Glengarry Highland Games will be held in Maxville, Ontario on August 4 and 5.

SeawaY communitY eventS

LADIES AUXILIARY exec. meeting at 6:30 pm & general meeting at 7 pm on Feb 1st 2023.

CORNWALL TOWNSHIP LIONS CLUB EUCHRE Jan. 25 at 7 pm. Info Roly 613932-9396 or Helen 613-931-3076

THE ROTARY CLUB OF CORNWALL SUNRISE is continuing its drive to provide blankets for Ukraine. Each blanket costs $40. You can help by donating to foundation@cornwallsunriserotary.com Enquiries should be directed to rotaryclubofcornwallsunrise@gmail.com

BEAT THE WINTER BLUES -Join CMHA and Seaway Valley Community Health Centre for a Winter Mood Walks Event every Thursday morning in February at Summerstown Trails starting Feb 2nd from 10-11 am. Info: 613-551-9253

ST FRANCIS KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL 11531 Community Roast Beef Dinner Thurs., Jan. 12th in the St. Francis de Sales Parish Hall (434 Second St. W.) from 4:30 to 6:00 PM. Complete dinner. Fully accessible hall with elevator service provided.

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BR 297

Saturday Official Opening Massed Bands, July 30, 2022. glengarryhighlandgames.com

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

A month and a half after being sworn is as Cornwall’s newest mayor, Justin Towndale tells Seaway News that a lot is going on behind-the-scenes to lay the groundwork for what’s to come. Some of these things include hiring a new CAO and filling vacancies within the city and boards as well as scheduling a strategic planning session with city council.

A couple priorities in the coming months include striking up a task force for homelessness and one for doctor recruitment in the city – two areas where we need improvements fast. Towndale spoke of needing both short and longer-term solutions for problems like homelessness because there are people outside now that need help.

Mayor Towndale also shared that he plans to prioritize partnerships with our neighbours in Akwesasne and the Counties, with our federal MP, Eric Duncan, and others.

“I look forward to working with MP Duncan on [waterfront acquisition], because it’s a big file and he is ready to go to make sure that we do that in a timely fashion and that is important to the city,” Towndale said.

Later this month he is attending to Rural Ontario Municipal Association Conference in Toronto and in the next few weeks, Towndale will take part in delegations with the counties regarding areas of interest to the city, such as highway 138 and Great Wolf Lodge.

When it comes to building on existing partnerships with the counties, our new mayor believes more work can be done. During his first term on city council, Towndale recalls that South Glengarry asked the City of Cornwall for water services. This is something that still hasn’t been finalized.

“I also want to look at things like transit and how we could work to potentially have transit in south Stormont, South Glengarry, and Akwesasne. Just in casual conversation, leaders in those communities are interested

but there’s a lot that goes into that to get it going,” he explained.

“I would like to see Cornwall Transit evolve into a more regional system. I don’t think we could cover all of SDG by any means but if we do 15-20 minutes outside the city that’s not a long distance and it could help people who want to commute into the city or do things for the day outside the city.”

One of the things that Mayor Towndale mentioned was improving quality of life for residents by continuing to invest into parks, neighbourhoods, and infrastructure.

“I still want to look at Sunday transit,” said the mayor, “Right now, I am getting inquiries from local businesses and local industries saying, ‘We want to increase our shifts, but we need Sunday service to do it.’”

One thing that is not a city project, but the city is very interested in seeing movement on is the superschool proposed by the public-school board in 2017. The plan is to close both CCVS and St. Lawrence Highschool and combine them into a larger, new school to save on renovation costs. Right now, the school board is looking into potential locations. Towndale shared that they may have found an ideal spot and believe this could be a top tier school in the province, but with inflation in construction costs they may need more funding before they can undertake this huge project.

Great Wolf Lodge is another big thing coming to the city in the next few years. For those who were concerned that GWL would require overnight stays, Mayor Towndale shared that the plan is for this location (like most US locations) to offer day passes. Another concern that has been heard around the city is: with all this development and our current housing crisis, where is everyone going to live?

Mayor Towndale acknowledged that finding a solution is ongoing. He mentioned that several subdivisions are currently being built in the city, as well as the city’s own affordable housing projects on McConnell and on

Pitt Street. He also brought up the possibil ity of Great Wolf Lodge building their own worker accommodations, something they have done in the past.

“At the end of the day the best we can do is have a positive, productive and encour aging atmosphere for developers to build housing, to build apartments, because that’s what’s needed mostly is apartment buildings within the City of Cornwall so that people can move here,” he said.

Towndale mentioned that growth in neigh bouring communities like Long Sault and Glen Walter may offer different options for people looking to live near the city and do a small commute. A shelter could also be part of the answer, although not everyone wants to see a shelter built in Cornwall.

“One of the arguments that I’ve heard is that people will come here from other cities and take advantage of the shelter we offer. I mean, people are coming here anyway, and they have nowhere to live. And quite frankly I think it’s in our ability to try to help people out,” Towndale stated.

Mayor Towndale went on to explain that that a well-run shelter is not a place to stick people and forget about them.

“The idea of having shelters or facilities like tiny homes for example, (because that could be what the shelter looks like it doesn’t have to be a giant building and I think that’s where some of the concern comes from) but the idea is to help them, get them back on their feet, provide the services they need, give them a safe environment and then if they are able to – reenter the workforce. Or if they are already working get them set up so they can look for more permanent housing. Right now, we are in a housing crunch but there are businesses that can’t find workers in the city. The city is understaffed across the board. We need employees. If people want to come here and they can’t find housing, but we can get them in the workforce with a temporary solution like a shelter that’s a win for everybody.”

Meet the Maker

Hope MacPherson-Dingwall of 613Plants

Hope MacPherson-Dingwall, also known as Plant Daddy Hope, is the entrepreneur behind 613Plants – a popular online plant boutique based out of Lunenburg, Ontario.

On the 613Plants website, you can find a wide variety of plants available for pick-up or delivery. Hope delivers the plants herself across Cornwall and SDG and is passionate about helping people find the right plant(s) for their space and lifestyle. “It was exciting to win Cornwall Community Votes Platinum for Florist and Flower Shops in 2021. It’s really exciting to be recognized by the community for not only selling houseplants but also sharing growing knowledge,” said Hope, who was one of the first retailers to offer just houseplants in Cornwall. How it all started: Believe it or not, Hope only got into plants as a hobby in 2019 and opened her business in 2020, right when the pandemic started. Her family has had an outdoor garden since 2017.

“In my home growing up there was never a houseplant, nor a garden, so I never had any knowledge. I just bought a houseplant for our home, like at Walmart, and that’s what started it,” she shared.

“I was posting pictures of my plants and people wanted cuttings and pieces. I was selling them, and my plants were looking terribly bare, so I started driving to greenhouses within two hours of us. I was reselling full plants and it was going famously. So, I just started a business.”

Hope decided to pursue plants full-time in 2021 after being one of several employees let go from Best Buy during downsizing. In the last two years, she has also established herself in the local market scene taking part in over 60 markets! “That’s my main thing. I do website sales and delivery, but I love to show up at markets to be that in-person shopping experience,” she explained to Seaway News.

What’s next: Looking ahead, Hope shared that she plans to continue selling from her

regretted it. And I’ve seen a lot of change,” shared Mayor Towndale, “I am going to do whatever I can, and you know, it’s a team effort. There’s a council, there’s administration, but it’s also the residents as well because there is a lot of good people doing good things in this community. Some of them work in the background but I think if we can all work together to move forward everyone is going to benefit from that.”

“I am excited for the future of Cornwall. I am excited to have been given the opportunity to lead us at least for the next four years and to be part of that change. By 2023 you’re going to see a whole new Cornwall. Its going to be completely different and its going to get noticed,” he concluded.

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

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Devcore Announcement Stole The Show In 2022

progressed on its diversity journey when it comes to electing members of council.

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Two of the largest economic investments in Cornwall’s history grab the top two spots in our 2022 newsmaker honour roll.

Devcore’s decision to shift the billion dollars it earmarked for the LeBreton Flats development to Cornwall from Ottawa is a runaway winner.

The multi-year development goes far beyond the purchase of the Nav Centre which is big on its own, but it includes, among other things, 2,400 housing units and first-rate hotel on the waterfront.

It overshadowed the other huge development announcement: A Great Wolf Lodge will be built in the northeast part of the city near Highway 401. It will be a $350 million investment and will employ as many as 600 people when completed sometime in the next five years.

It will make Cornwall an attractive tourist destination, especially for families.

Cornwall was selected in a search that included Northern New York State, Vermont and Quebec.

Third on the year-end honour roll is the election of Justin Towndale as mayor. It was the second straight election in which Cornwall voters elected a mayoral candidate with a diverse background. He also is the first active member of the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Highlanders to serve as mayor. He holds the rank of captain. In 2018 Bernadette Clement, now Sen. Clement, became Cornwall’s first female mayor and one of the few Black mayors in Canada.

The 2022 election produced another first. Three female candidates – Sarah Good, Carilyne Hebert, Elaine MacDonald – finished one, two three. Mary Mack made history when she became the first woman elected to council back in 1947 and was the lone female council member for the next 10 years.

One would be hard-pressed to find another Ontario municipality with female candidates taking the top three spots.

The election of Towndale married with the one-two-three finish shows along with newcomer Fred Ngoundjo snatching the 10th spot on election night show how far Cornwall has

Vital statistics for 1957 showed that the post-war baby boom explosion was showing no signs of cooling off.

The numbers released by the city clerk’s office on Jan. 10, 1958 showed that 2,010 babies were born at Cornwall hospitals –General and Hotel Dieu – during 1957. Works out to 168 babies per month.

October had the highest number of births with 217, while 205 births were registered in December.

There were 281 marriages, most in local churches, in 1957.

On the downside, there were 487 deaths over the previous 12 months.

JANUARY 1958 – CKSF Radio announced that it was expanding its news coverage of the city and United Counties with additional staff. ... Cornwall Golf and Country Club unveiled plans to expand its course to 18 holes after purchasing 65 acres adjacent to the course. The club had 606 members. ... The law office of Horwitz Kertzer and Salhany moved to 109 Pitt St. ... A two-car crash on Highway 2 three miles west of Long Sault sent 11 persons to hospital. ... Among the 76 city and area residents to received citizenship certificates at the county court house were Antonieto D’Alessio, Anna Marie Meyer, Johannes Van Delet, Marten Verburg, Gerhard Wensink and Raoul Sepp. ... With winter in full swing, police were warning against youngsters hitching rides behind vehicles (bumper surfing) and throwing snow balls. ... With the addition of 21 new officers from a recruitment drive, Ontario Provincial Police District 11, which covered SD and G and Russell and Carleton, went to 24-hour patrols. In all, the district now had 91 officers. ... There were 100 former Hungarian freedom fighters and their families living in Cornwall and the United Counties. They had fled their homeland during a Soviet Union invasion and crackdown on free elections. ... Ottawa Junior Canadiens, coached by Scotty Bowman, defeated Cornwall Chevies 8-4 in a senior A hockey game at the Water Street Arena. John Annable, three goals, Ralph Backstrom and Bobby Rousseau, two apiece, Claude Richard (brother of Maurice and Henri) and Bob Boucher rounded out the goal scoring for the Juniors. Cornwall native Bill Carter had three assists. Neil Burke, Don

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Labelle, Rene St. Hilaire and Guy Henri scored for the Chevies.

HERE AND THERE It’s back to the future when it comes to replacing plastic bags with brown paper bags. ... Chicago has had more shootings, more murders, more car-jackings, more muggings and more armed hold-ups in the last two months than all of Mexico, but nobody is issuing travel advisories for the Wind City. ... National Basketball Association (NBA) legend Charles Barkley wouldn’t allow his sons to play football when growing up. Said the sport is too dangerous for kids. ... Some scams are easier to detect than others. Last week I received a Facebook friend request from a city resident. He died four years ago. Or, just maybe. Naw. Can’t be. ... One of the persons charged in the murder of OPP officer Greg Pierzchala had been released on bail, despite a history of violence and illegal weapons possession. This after he initially had been denied bail. The name of the justice of peace or judge who released him should be made public. ...In its annual list of the top 100 people of power and influence in hockey, The Hockey News put former Cornwall Royals defenceman Matt Schneider in the 14th spot. The 53-year-old native of Rhode Island serves as special assistant to the National Hockey League Players Association executive director. There is speculation that he will be the next head of the NHLPA. ... Another ex-Royal who has stayed in the game after his playing days is Rod Pasma. He’s NHL vice-president of hockey operations.

TRIVIA ANSWER Jane Stewart’s maiden name was Nixon. Her father Robert was leader of the Ontario Liberals. He made two unsuccessful attempts to defeat Conservative governments. Her grandfather Harry Nixon was Ontario premier in 1943.

TRIVIA This event in September 2004 was a first for Cornwall: 1) Parade of Nations, 2) Garlic Festival, 3) Hot-air balloon festival, 4) Pride Festival, 5) International dog show.

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St. Lawrence River Water Level

The major storm that blew through Cornwall on Christmas Eve brought a lot of snow and gale force winds. In less than 24 hours, the wind blew south east at 18 mph with gusts to 30 mph and then clocked around to south west at 32 mph with gusts to 44 mph. As a result the level on Lake St Lawrence near Long Sault fluctuated wildly – first down 1.5 ft and then back up 4.9 ft. You can see the gauge at the Control Dam at https://tides.gc.ca/en/ stations/14805/2022-1221?tz=EST&unit=ft

This occurred while the Seaway was open and ships were proceeding up and down the river. The idea that the IJC directing Ontario Power Generation and the New York Power Authority can control the forces of Mother Nature is farcical. Sixty years of experience has proved otherwise. Folks that live along that portion of the river on Island 17, Hoople Bay, Ault Island, Wilson Hill; local governments and our MP Eric Duncan need to realize this. Verbal complaints will get nowhere. The only solution is to build docks and access points that can accommodate rapid changes in water level. All docks need to be floating with a hinged approach ramp. They must also be removable to avoid ice damage in the winter. All boat ramps need to be long enough. Similarly, a municipal water intake must be located in deep enough water and commercial shipping must load only to the predicted safe draft over the sill at the locks.

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Those Were the Days of ‘Differents’ !

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Wolochatiuk

DANCES WITH WORDS

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I didn’t become a licensed driver until Remembrance Day, 1955. The day after that, I started a job as a driver of a 1948 Ford F-48 panel truck. Sam Fogel of Flowerdale Florist on Toronto’s Vaughan Road was my very patient boss.

My interest in vehicles was sparked by a Ford Model A pickup truck that my brother Morris, ten years my senior, owned. In 1952 we attended the Model A meet in Dearborn, Michigan. The elderly vehicle barely made it back. What an adventure that was! However, I fell in love with that truck. I’m now driving my third pickup, a high mileage 2007 Mazda B3000.

automotive journalist, l’ll get on with this week’s topic, “What the1950s Cars Had –and Didn’t Have”. Cars were really different from each other back then. I’ll start at the front and work my way to the back.

Front bumper was strong enough to pushstart another vehicle. (Secure a carpet or door mat to the bumper to avoid scratching.) Front licence plate had to be changed every year. (It would take less than 12 months for rust to marry the nuts and bolts into one almost inseparable unit.) Bug screens were attached to the grille for the long drive to visit the relatives in Ethelbert, Manitoba. No running lights that turned on as soon as the engine is started. Sharply protruding hood ornaments that could impale a pedestrian. (Safety measures eventually mandated that they be reduced to being flush.) For better aerodynamics, windshields were slanted but still one-piece, or two-piece V’s for even better streamlining. Whitewall tires – often painted

on. Wire curb-feelers to prevent scuffing of the whitewalls. Triangular wing windows to draw outside air in. Turn signalling was done by extending your arm outside after manually cranking down the driver’s window. (Nobody ever came up with a way to do an imitation of a four-way emergency flasher.) Foot-operated floor button to operate the high beam headlights. Clutch pedal to the left of the brake pedal to allow shifting of the manual transmission. (After having my left knee operation. I used a toilet plunger to depress the clutch pedal.) Tube radio that received AM stations. Three-foot high radio antenna. Cigarette lighter and ash tray. Bench seat to accommodate three up-front. No seat belts. There was no such thing as tinted glass for the comfort and privacy of the rear-seat occupants. Trunk con tained a full-size spare tire on rim. (Not like the ‘emergency doughnuts’ that are provided these days.) Rear bumper was strong enough to have the car with the dead battery

WOW! – There’s no mistaking this gem for a Volkswagen, Toyota, Honda or Chrysler. Want to see hundreds of

push-started by another vehicle. The gas cap was removed long enough to put a $5.00 fillup into the almost empty tank. (A fill-up is done just as quickly these days, but...) Yes, the rear licence plate also had to be changed

End of tour. If you were born before WW II,

PROVIDED BY THE CDSBEO

On December 14th, two CDSBEO schools took the ice once again for the Sisters’ Cup in support of Maison Baldwin House in Cornwall. The popular game between the Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School Falcons and the St. Joseph Catholic Secondary School Panthers has been on hiatus for the past 3 years due to the COVID-19 pandemic but continued this year at the Benson Centre in front of a packed house of enthusiastic fans and supporters.

“The Sisters’ Cup is centered on providing female athletes an opportunity to showcase their talents while coming together as sisters in sport” said Holy Trinity CSS principal Nancy

McIntyre.

In addition to the on-ice thrills were the funds generated for Maison Baldwin House in Cornwall, a shelter offering support, information, and a safe place to stay for women who are experiencing abuse. All proceeds were donated to the women’s shelter, totaling an impressive $3508. Both schools were proud to help support this important local organization.

When the final whistle blew, it was the St. Joseph Panthers who were raising the cup in a stunning 1-0 win.

Thank you to both schools as well as the players and organizers for continuing to showcase female athletics in our region!

sister soon after she was born. “Cora is ecstatic because she really wanted a baby sister. Elliot isn’t quite sure about what is going on but he’s in for a big surprise,” adds

“We love Winchester Hospital because it is tional care,” sums up Selena. “The whole experience and the team are wonderful, and

Congratulations to the

from everyone at WDMH!

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classics from the 50s? Head for Havana.

(Photo by Nick Wolochatiuk)

almost two had a video chat with their new

Bergeron family

Cora and Elliot Bergeron with new baby sister Ruby.

Sister Francine from the Salesian Sisters in Cornwall drops the puck in the ceremonial opening faceoff at the 2022 Sisters’ Cup.

Pharmacists Can Now Prescribe Medications for 13 Common Ailments

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

As of January 1, 2023, the Ontario Government is allowing pharmacists to prescribe medications for certain common ailments. Citizens can simply visit a local pharmacy with their health card to access care. Since prescribing is optional, people should call first to confirm that their pharmacy offers this service.

“This service is being provided by the government for all Ontarians to offer people more convenient choices for how they access and receive health care. With a large, province-wide footprint, pharmacist prescribing will also help increase access to care in rural parts of Ontario,” says the Ontario Government website.

The 13 common ailments that pharmacists will be able to write prescriptions for are:

• Hay fever (allergic rhinitis)

• Oral thrush (candida stomatitis)

• Pink eye (conjunctivitis; bacterial, allergic and viral)

• Dermatitis (atopic, eczema, allergic and contact)

• Menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea)

• Acid reflux (gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD))

• Hemorrhoids

• Cold sores (herpes labialis)

• Impetigo

• Insect bites and hives

• Tick bites (post-exposure prophlaxis to prevent Lyme disease)

• Sprains and strains (musculoskeletal)

• Urinary tract infections

Alexandria Pharmasave is just one of the pharmacies in SDG that will be offering prescriptions for these common ailments.

“I think its about time because other provinces have been doing it since 2007. The budget has been cut for virtual appointments with physicians, so I think pharmacists being able to prescribe for common ailments will fill the gap. Some of these

ailments are time sensitive so being able to see a pharmacist right away will definitely have a major impact,” said Badr Eltoukhi, a pharmacist at Alexandria Pharmasave.

As of December 1, 2022, the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Ontario Medical Association (OMA) ended the Ontario Virtual Care Funding introduced during the pandemic in 2020 and added certain services provided by video and telephone as insured services under OHIP.

Unfortunately, these changes will affect the millions of Canadians who do not currently have a family doctor most, by greatly decreasing funding for virtual-only services which have become popular in the last few years. A doctor who has seen their patient in-person within the last two years can bill $80 for a virtual appointment, but only $20 for video and $15 for telephone appointments with new patients.

According to OMA, these changes are meant to encourage a higher level of care and more in-person visits to physicians.

Giving pharmacists the ability to write prescriptions for common ailments will hopefully offset the funding changes for virtual care and prevent longer wait times in walk-in clinics and emergency rooms that are already struggling to keep up with high demand.

Jean Marie Adescat, pharmacist at the Cotton Mill Pharmacy in Cornwall, agrees that being able to write prescriptions for common ailments will be a good thing and says that this service will be offered at Cotton Mill Pharmacy.

“There are many positive things about this. We [pharmacists] are already qualified but could not do this before because of restrictions. For minor conditions, patients come in, explain their symptoms, and we tell them what medication they need. Then they have to go to the doctor, maybe miss work or leave their family, and wait for hours just to come back and see us with the prescription,” Adescat told Seaway News.

Cornwall Police Service and Cornwall Community Hospital Hiring Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity Coordinator

A partnership between the Cornwall Police Service (CPS) and Cornwall Community Hospital (CCH) will see both community-based organizations working together to take measurable positive action in promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity (EDI) through the recruitment of an EDI Coordinator.

This shared staff resource between CPS and CCH, two of our community’s largest essential public service providers, will provide strategic guidance on EDI and help implement initiatives within both organizations, such as training, projects and outreach, to support the advancement of EDI in their respective workplaces and interactions with the public.

“During the development of the 2021-2023 CPS Strategic Plan, our Service named Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity as one of four core pillars, recognizing the need to interweave EDI into the day-to-day work of our members and ensure that it continues to be prioritized. Some of the goals within this pillar include building trust and relationships with diverse communities, addressing systemic barriers, creating a diverse workplace and ensuring a culturally competent membership. We value our partnership with CCH and look forward to the role of the EDI Coordinator in helping us better serve our community,” said Chief of Police Shawna Spowart.

Both organizations are hopeful that the new EDI Coordinator will greatly assist with advancing the work that has already been started, while recognizing there is still a lot of work left to do.

“Through our stakeholder engagement, during the development of our 2022-2027 Strategic Plan, we heard that the hospital needs to enhance its work on prioritizing the wellbeing of our people and responding equitability to the needs of our diverse patient population and staff,” said Jeanette Despatie, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cornwall Hospital.

“Cornwall Hospital is committed to delivering collaborative and compassionate care that is equitable and empowering for those it serves. This new EDI Coordinator will help ensure that CCH can deliver on our strategic priority of Building a Culture of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Embracing Reconciliation. We look forward to working with the CPS on this important partnership that will see two of our region’s essential service providers better meet the needs of our diverse community,” added Despatie.

Both organizations are currently working collaboratively to review applications and select a successful candidate, which they hope to announce in the coming weeks.

Climate life hacks for the new year

John Towndrow Transition Cornwall+

Back in September 2020, I began to write articles for the local press for Transition Cornwall+, a local organization dedicated to making the shift away from oil and other fossil fuels by reducing our dependence on them. The main reason for this is to address the climate crisis we are currently facing. For over twelve years, the group has been advocating for more locally grown and sourced food, for more active transportation infrastructure, for less waste and for more tree canopy in the urban areas.

Transition Cornwall+ is grateful that, over the past two years, several talented guest writers have stepped up to contribute to the column, contributing ideas and energy to this locally based work.

We are now into a new year and the work to address the climate crisis grows ever more urgent, and at the same time the call for personal action is becoming much more mainstream. As we have stressed before, by acting together locally at the community level, we

can quickly and effectively generate solutions to the climate crisis, without waiting for larger organizations and agencies to act. If we wait for government to act – it will be too little, too late.

The question for everyone should be “am I part of the problem or part of the solution”?

I like to use the following quote to guide my actions: “Every dollar I spend is a statement about the kind of world I want and the quality of life I value.” This can help each of us as we examine our actions – whether we buy something that will shortly end up in the landfill, choose a larger vehicle than we need, or whether we are buying a vegetable that has been flown in from California. All have a negative impact on our carbon footprint. Each of us has the power to collectively ensure a world that does not heat up to the point where it is unlivable. Locally and around the world, individuals are seriously taking action to address the climate crisis.

Over the next year we’ll be looking for stories from everyday folks, to learn what they are doing in their daily lives to be “part of the solution”, and which we hope will to provide some inspiration for us all.

For more information, please connect with us at Transitioncornwall.com or on Facebook

Cornwall businesses receive My Main Street Grants

BY BOB PETERS FOR CHOOSECORNWALL.CA

Cornwall Ontario – A number of local downtown businesses have received support via the My Main Street program.

The funds come via the Cornwall Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) which had received funding earlier this year to hire a dedicated My Main Street Ambassador, conduct customized marketing research and data analysis, and provide support for non-repayable funding contributions for small businesses.

“We are very happy to be able to support such a diverse group of businesses,” says Mandy Prevost, My Main Street Ambassador. “We expect these funds will help each business become stronger and more successful, leading to an overall more vibrant Downtown.”

Each of the following 9 local businesses will be receiving a non-repayable contribution of $10,000 to support its main street business.

DG Vintage, Essential Kitchen, The Happy Popcorn Co., Life’s Little Pleasures, Love and

“The market research is leveraged to help businesses identify new opportunities for growth with a focus on serving the community’s needs,” adds Ms. Prevost. “Each successful candidate has used the non-repayable funding to fill a gap in the community, whether it be bringing in new retail, converting an existing patio to ensure that it is inclusive to all members of the community, including those with mobility issues, to providing a service/activity that is unique to the downtown area and the purchasing of equipment to grow production for extended hours or to pilot community fundraising programs.”

Tips to clean off your car in the winter

safer driver. In most jurisdictions, it’s actually illegal to drive with your windows obscured by snow.

Lise Oikle Art Calendar Raises $965 for OSPCA

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

Local artist Lise Oikle is a passionate animal lover who does her best to help animals in need. She recently put together a calendar of pet paintings and donated all the proceeds to the OSPCA. In total, Oikle raised $965, which she brought to the OSPCA this week. “Lise wanted to help and came up with the calendar idea. With her great talent, she put together a calendar full of pictures of her paintings she had done for clients. She also found a little dog at our centre that her daughter adopted. These funds will go along way to support animals in our care. We are very grateful for her support, and we could not do what we do without the great community sup-

port!” said Carol Link, OSPCA.

Oikle shared that her daughter was looking for a family dog and planned on going to a breeder. When a dog caught her eye during a visit to the OSPCA, she called her daughter and got her to consider a rescue instead. Shaggy is now a beloved member of the family and loved by Lise’s granddaughter.

As a registered charity, the OSPCA relies on fundraising to help support their goal to help as many animals as possible. COVID-19 put a wrench in a lot of their fundraising efforts for the last two years, but things are slowly returning to normal. Our local OSPCA is looking forward to the 11th annual Cupcake Day on February 27, 2023.

Notice of Public Budget Meetings

The Township of South Stormont will host two public Council Meetings for 2023 budget deliberations.

The meetings will be held in South Stormont Council Chambers at 2 Mille Roches Road, Long Sault on:

• Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at 5:00 p.m.

• Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at 5:00 p.m.

Residents are welcome to attend these meetings in person. Alternatively, they will be livestreamed on the Township website at www.southstormont.ca/CouncilMeetings

Building Confidence, Discovering Potential. Building Confidence, Discovering Potential.

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Brush the snow off everything. Powdery snow left on the body will blow down and obscure your vision; wet snow is heavy, and you’re using extra fuel to move it around. Snow and ice falling off your vehicle can affect drivers behind you, too.

A good brush will clean off snow without damaging your vehicle’s paint. Start at the top by brushing off the roof, then the windows, then the hood and trunk, and finally, clean off the front and rear lights.

While we don’t normally advocate leaving a car idling, starting the car and turning these on will clear window fog before you start out.

They’re not intended to melt snow or ice, though: you’ll still need to get out and clean off the glass. Far too many bad drivers think it’s enough to just clean that small section of the windshield in front of the steering wheel.

Don’t be one of them. You need all your glass to be clean and clear, and your car to be swept free of snow, in order to be a

Choose a shorter-handled ice scraper, or the one on your snow brush, depending on what’s easiest for your height and strength. You need to scrape the glass, not the ice, so work the blade under the edge of the ice sheet.

Be careful around the wipers, to avoid gouging the rubber with the scraper blade.

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Carol Link, OSPCA and Lise Oikle.

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Comment combattre la déprime hivernale

Geneviève Desrochers Mental Health Matters

CMHA CHAMPLAIN EAST

Oui, l’hiver est arrivé au Canada et avec lui viennent les bottes mouillées, le ciel gris et la neige à pelleter. Cette période de l’année peut être difficile pour certains d’entre nous. Avezvous l’impression que votre humeur s’apparente aux fluctuations météorologiques? Si oui, vous n’êtes pas le seul.

Alors que la saison hivernale apporte à certaines personnes des pensées joyeuses associées au chocolat chaud et aux sports d’hiver amusants, elle a tendance à répandre le cafard hivernal chez certains d’entre nous à cette période de l’année.

Savez-vous ce qu’est la déprime hivernale ou le blues de l’hiver ?

Le blues de l’hiver ou la déprime hivernale, c’est une vague d’émotions négatives qui nous envahit en ces jours froids et sombres.

Si vous vivez une déprime hivernale, il est possible que vous ressentiez le besoin de dormir un peu plus longtemps, que vous vous gâtiez avec des aliments réconfortants plus souvent que d’habitude et que vous passiez plus de temps à regarder des émissions de télévision qu’être avec vos proches.

Vous avez peut-être entendu parler du trouble affectif saisonnier (TAS), mais la déprime hivernale et le TAS sont bien différents.

Voici la différence entre la déprime hivernale et le trouble affectif saisonnier :

Environ 15 % des Canadiens souffrent de la déprime hivernale, alors que 2 à 3 % seulement sont touchés par le TAS[1].

Le TAS est un état dépressif qui se produit régulièrement pendant l’hiver[2] et qui peut nuire à la vie quotidienne d’une personne. Le traitement peut comprendre la luminothérapie, le counseling, des médicaments ou une combinaison des trois. Un professionnel de la santé peut vous aider à déterminer si vous souffrez d’un TAS.

Vous vous demandez peut-être ce que vous pouvez faire pour améliorer ou maintenir votre humeur cet hiver.

Voici quelques suggestions :

Laissez entrer la lumière

Si vous le pouvez, essayez de faire une promenade à l’extérieur ou de pratiquer un sport d’hiver pendant la journée. Lorsque vous êtes

à l’intérieur, gardez vos rideaux ouverts et essayez de passer le plus de temps possible près des fenêtres. La lumière du jour peut contribuer à améliorer votre humeur, même si le ciel est nuageux.

Faites de l’exercice

Même si vous n’avez pas envie d’aller au gym, n’oubliez pas que faire de l’activité physique est toujours bon pour vous aider à gérer votre santé mentale. Allez-y une petite étape à la fois. Même une promenade à l’extérieur à l’heure du lunch peut être bénéfique.

Essayez de respecter un horaire de sommeil normal

Vous avez peut-être l’impression que votre lit est le meilleur endroit pour combattre le blues de l’hiver. Cependant, le sommeil excessif peut en fait aggraver les symptômes de la déprime hivernale.

Donnez-vous une tape dans le dos : vous vous en sortez très bien

Combattre la déprime hivernale n’est pas facile. N’oubliez pas qu’il est important d’être bienveillant.e envers vous-même. Vous êtes plus fort que vous ne le pensez !

Veillez à être régulièrement à l’écoute de vous-même et à consacrer du temps supplémentaire pour prendre soin de vous si nécessaire.

[1] Levitt, A.J., Boyle, M.H., Joffe, R.T., & Baumal, Z. 2000. Prévalence estimée du soustype saisonnier de la dépression majeure dans un échantillon communautaire canadien. Revue canadienne de psychiatrie, 45(7), 650-654.

[2] Magnusson, Andres, et Diane Boivin. “Le trouble affectif saisonnier : un aperçu”. Chronobiologie internationale 20, no. 2 (2003) : 189-207.

BESOIN D’AIDE SUPPLÉMENTAIRE?

Pour en savoir plus sur les services d’aide et les ressources disponibles dans votre région, communiquez avec un organisme communautaire comme l’Association canadienne pour la santé mentale (ACSM).

Les informations fournies ne remplacent pas les conseils d’un professionnel. Si vous avez besoin de conseils, veuillez consulter un professionnel de la santé qualifié. Pour de plus amples informations ou si vous souhaitez accéder à nos services à l’ACSM, veuillez appeler le 1-800-493-8271 ou consulter notre site web à l’adresse www.cmha-east.on.ca.

Si vous pensez au suicide, appelez au numéro sans frais 1 833 456-4566 (pour le Canada) ou composez le 911.

Les nouvelles de l’Est ontarien, ça part avec nous!

Le FM 92.1 – Est ontarien change de nom et de couleurs. La radio se nomme désormais le 92.1/91.9 GO FM et affiche fièrement le jaune et son nouveau slogan « Ça part avec nous ».

« On était dû pour rafraîchir notre image. Depuis le lancement du FM 92.1, en 2016, la radio en a fait du chemin! Nous avons grandement bonifié notre programmation durant ces années. D’ailleurs, nous sommes passés de 6,000 auditeurs en 2016 à plus de 37,000 auditeurs selon les derniers chiffres StatsRadio publiés l’automne dernier » explique Mathieu Manning, directeur général.

GO FM, c’est la radio francophone de l’Est ontarien. Elle couvre toutes les régions de Prescott-Russell et de Stormont, Dundas et Glengarry. GO FM est dynamique, authentique et tprès de sa communauté. Cette nouvelle image de marque permet de mieux refléter l’évolution et la direction qu’a pris la radio durant les dernières années. Les auditeurs peuvent être rassurés, car ils retrouveront toujours la même musique, les animateurs les nou-

velles locales qu’ils aimaient au FM 92.1.

« Du changement dans la continuité, c’est comme ça que je qualifierais notre travail des derniers mois. Le défi n’était pas de tout changer, car comme les chiffres le démontrent, l’Est ontarien aime sa radio. Les objectifs de cette démarche visaient plutôt d’assurer un meilleur positionnement dans le marché et de se doter d’une image de marque forte », souligne le directeur général.

Les nouvelles de l’Est ontarien, ça part avec nous! GO FM continuera d’accorder une grande importante aux nouvelles d’ici avec 12 bulletins de nouvelles entre 6h et 18h en semaine. La meilleure playlist, ça part aussi avec nous! Toujours les plus grands hits des années 80 à aujourd’hui. Et quand ça se passe ici, ça part avec nous ! Mathieu, Etienne, Maélie, Xavier, Sam et Phil sont avec vous au travers la programmation de GO FM pour vous informer et vous divertir. La radio dans l’Est ontarien, ça part avec nous! GO FM est disponible à Cornwall au 91.9 FM et ailleurs dans l’Est ontarien au 92.1 FM, ainsi qu’au gofm.ca

La période des inscriptions est en cours dans

C’est le moment d’inscrire votre enfant à l’école catholique de langue française pour la rentrée scolaire de septembre 2023. Janvier et février sont les mois des inscriptions pour les écoles du Conseil scolaire de district catholique de l’Est ontarien (CSDCEO).

Nous vous rappelons qu’en vertu de la Loi sur l’éducation, un enfant doit être âgé de 4 ans au 31 décembre 2023 pour fréquenter la maternelle et de 5 ans, toujours à la même date, pour être admis au jardin. Notez que nous acceptons les inscriptions en tout temps, de la maternelle à la 12e année.

Pour inscrire votre enfant et en savoir davantage sur nos écoles, consultez le site Web : inscription.csdceo.ca.

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SEAWAY ÉVÉNEMENTS COMMUNAUTAIRES

DANSE SOCIALE, LE PREMIER VENDREDI DU MOIS (sauf en avril, le 2e vendredi) de 19 h à 22 h au Centre CharlesÉmile-Claude, 149 avenue Chevrier, Cornwall. Les soirées auront lieu les vendredis 3 février, 3 mars, 14 avril, 5 mai, 2 juin. Pour plus d’information, appelez Dennis au 613-618-7684.

PETIT DÉJEUNER DES DAMES AUXILIAIRES Dimanche 29 janvier de 8 à 11 h 30 au 105 Legion Way, Cardinal.

EUCHRE DU LIONS CLUB DE CORNWALL TOWNSHIP Le 25 janvier à 19h. Info Roly 613-932-9396 ou Helen 613-931-3076

DANSE CLASSIQUE DE MUSIQUE COUNTRY 14 janvier au Lion’s Club de Bonville à 18h. Info Marland 613-936-3625.

RCAFA WING 424 WEDNESDAY WING NIGHT KARAOKE Les animateurs sont : 11 janvier Daryl & Julie ; 18 janvier Rick & Brenda ; 25 janvier Lil Debbie & Kim.

THE SEAWAY INTERNATIONAL STAMP CLUB réunion le 17 janvier à la bibliothèque publique de Cornwall de 18h30 à 20h30. Apprenez à collectionner tout en échangeant, en vendant et en rencontrant d’autres membres.

LE CLUB DES SENIORS DE PLUS DE 60 ANS DE LA SECTION 297 DE LA LÉGION DE CORNWALL Le jeu d’euchre aura lieu les jeudis 12, 19 et 26 janvier dans la salle principale, à partir de 13 h.

l’Est ontarien (CSDCEO) est en croissance au niveau des inscriptions. Il assure l’éducation à plus de 10 400 élèves, répartis dans plusieurs centres de la petite enfance (garderies), 25 écoles élémentaires, 7 écoles secondaires et le Programme d’éducation aux adultes. En plus d’avoir le plus haut taux de diplomation de la région (93,8 %), 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 !

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BR 297 LADIES AUXILIARY réunion exécutive à 18h30 et assemblée générale à 19h le 1er février 2023.

50+ COMMUNITY CLUB Euchre Sat. 21 janvier de 12 à 16 heures à ST. Matthews, 15 Memorial Square, Ingleside. 50$ pour la 1ère place. Partage des richesses Tirage au sort/prix de présence. Info : Betty 613984-1431 ou Jack 613-537-2295.

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Le 6 janvier 2023 – Dans le cadre d’un partenariat, le Service de police de Cornwall et l’Hôpital communautaire de Cornwall, deux organismes communautaires, collaboreront à l’adoption d’actions positives mesurables visant à promouvoir l’équité, la diversité et l’inclusivité (EDI) par le recrutement d’une coordonnatrice ou d’un coordonnateur en la matière.

Cette personne-ressource partagée par le SPC et l’HCC, deux des plus grands fournisseurs essentiels de services publics de notre collectivité, offrira une orientation stratégique relativement à l’EDI et mettra en oeuvre des initiatives au sein des deux organismes, par exemple de la formation, des projets et une action d’information afin d’appuyer l’avancement de l’EDI dans chacun de leur milieu de travail et leurs interactions avec le public.

« Durant l’élaboration du plan stratégique 2021-2023 du SPC, notre organisme a déterminé que l’équité, la diversité et l’inclusivité sont l’un des 4 grands piliers, reconnaissant ainsi la nécessité d’intégrer l’EDI dans le travail quotidien de nos membres et de veiller à ce que cela demeure prioritaire, a dit la chef de police, Shawna Spowart. Parmi les buts faisant partie de ce pilier, mentionnons l’établissement d’une confiance et de relations avec les collectivités diverses, l’adoption de mesures à l’égard des obstacles systémiques, la mise en place d’un milieu de travail diversifié et l’assurance que les membres sont culturellement compétents. »

Les deux organismes ont bon espoir que la personne titulaire de ce nouveau poste les aidera grandement à faire progresser le travail déjà amorcé, tout en reconnaissant qu’il reste beaucoup à faire.

« Les intervenants ayant participé à l’élaboration de notre plan stratégique 2022-2027 ont indiqué que l’hôpital doit s’améliorer par rapport à la priorisation du bien-être de nos

gens et pour donner suite de façon équitable aux besoins de notre population diversifiée de patients et de notre personnel », a dit la présidente et directrice générale de l’HCC, Jeanette Despatie.

« L’Hôpital de Cornwall entend donner des soins collaboratifs et de compassion étant équitables et participatifs pour les gens qu’il dessert, ajoute-t-elle. La nouvelle coordonnatrice ou le nouveau coordonnateur en matière d’EDI aidera à faire en sorte que l’HCC réalise sa priorité stratégique suivante : établir une culture d’équité, de diversité et d’inclusion, souscrire à la réconciliation. Nous serons heureux de travailler avec le SPC dans le cadre de cet important partenariat qui permettra à deux des fournisseurs essentiels de services publics de notre région de mieux répondre aux besoins de notre communauté diversifiée. »

Présentement, les deux organismes collaborent à l’étude des candidatures et au choix de la personne retenue, qu’ils espèrent annoncer au cours des prochaines semaines.

SÉANCES D’INFORMATION

ÉCOLE ÉLÉMENTAIRE CATHOLIQUE MARIE‑TANGUAY

Le 24 janvier, 18 h 30 (virtuelle/virtual, bilingue/ bilingual)

Le 26 janvier, 18 h 30

ÉCOLE ÉLÉMENTAIRE CATHOLIQUE NOTRE‑DAME

Le 18 janvier, 13 h 30 (bilingue/bilingual)

Le 18 janvier, 19 h (virtuelle/virtual, bilingue/ bilingual)

ÉCOLE ÉLÉMENTAIRE CATHOLIQUE

SAINTE‑LUCIE

Le 17 janvier, 18 h 30 (bilingue/bilingual)

six sacs de vêtements pour enfants à la Maison Baldwin. Sur la photo de gauche à droite la vice-présidente R/Denise Dubé, Chelsea de la maison Baldwin et maître Isabelle Sabourin.

Le Service de police de Cornwall et l’Hôpital communautaire de Cornwall embauchent un coordonnateur en matière d’équité, de diversité et d’inclusivité

ARIES You’ll have to elbow in to get this promotion. If you give it your all, you’ll be rewarded. Fortune smiles on the bold. A spontaneous getaway or trip will get organized.

TAURUS In the face of a changing family situation, you’ll consider moving to a more suitable environment. You must give a vital decision much thought before taking action.

GEMINI You’ll contemplate going back to school or enrolling in a training course. You’ll have to negotiate with strangers and converse in another language at work or elsewhere.

CANCER You’ll have to tie up many loose ends at work, which will take a long time to finish. You’ll finally get your hands on the right treatment or medication for chronic issues regarding your health.

LEO Despite some reluctance, you’ll find yourself in a situation that takes you to the top. This situation will have many people talking for years to come. Your pride is bound to swell.

VIRGO While taking care of your home and family, spoil yourself and have some fun. You may also have to prepare food for loved ones in need.

Looking Back

graciously offered use of the house to the newly reorganized SD&G Historical Society.

In 2000 when the Wood House was relocated to our current location at 160 Water St. W. in Lamoureux Park and the collection was consolidated with the collection from Inverarden Regency Cottage Museum, we became the Cornwall Community Museum.

A new cornerstone was laid, proudly announcing to all that this Museum is dedicated to the entire community of Cornwall. As such, the Museum contains several theme areas, systematically structured and sequenced to broadly represent large demographic groupings of the historic local citizenry. It is our desire that everyone who participates in one of our guided tours of the Museum will come away with a greater sense of connection to our roots and to the foundations of this great province.

Below the house is a research area and additional Museum exhibits. We are the community Museum and our goal is to exhibit and interpret a broad selection of artifacts representative of the community.

LIBRA Much travel is in store. Family and friends will need your services and a listening ear. You’ll receive an abundance of gratitude and appreciation from them.

SCORPIO Love is top of mind. If you’re single, you’ll meet that special someone who wants to make a long­term commitment. If you’re in a relationship, you’ll make long­term plans to solidify your union.

SAGITTARIUS This week, your exceptional interpersonal skills will come in handy. You’ll organize an event that turns out to be a huge success. All your initiative will have a surprising impact on your future.

CAPRICORN This week, your life will be full of spectacular twists and turns. How ever, time isn’t on your side. Al though the path may be unclear, one of your dreams will become more attainable.

AQUARIUS You’ll feel drained after a few stressful days. However, you’ll feel particularly creative and make a masterpiece that brings you success.

PISCES You’ll be pressed for time and unable to put off specific tasks any longer. You’ll be responsible for emergencies and important files at work, which will help boost your career.

The United Counties Museum in the Wood House opened on June 12, 1958. Howard Smith Paper Mill had previously taken over the Walter Wood farm at 731 Second Street West and converted most of it for employee parking and a new wood room. Realizing the need for a community museum, the mill

Author: Don Smith for the SD&G Historical Society

Photo attribution: SD&G Historical Society archives at the Cornwall Community Museum

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FOOD COURT TO FOOD HALL, the transition is underway!

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NEWS FROM THE SQUARE

Did you know that the contractors, on Monday, started to build the NEW “FOOD HALL” archway after the front high-top bar seating was removed last Friday as well as the large screen TV and the triangular mediacom advertising structure? The visual difference was very noticeable as the area looks more open and larger.

Did you know that this week will see the gradual removal of the existing food court seating area with the final tables being taken away this coming Sunday evening to allow the contractors to start the framing out and enclosure of the current food court seating area on Monday January 16th in order to create a safe working environment for the contractors and a safe shopping environment for the food court customers?

Did you know that many of the existing tables are anchored down with over 300 lag bolts imbedded into the floor and each one

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must be cut at floor level to eliminate a serious trip hazard?

Did you know that on Monday morning, January 16th , Food Court customers will have a NEW location to sit and enjoy their meal and conversation. The former Labels store is being converted into the temporary Food Court seating area capable of seating some 112 people and at the same time, we will create a small “patio” area along the exterior storefront with seating for an additional 8 customers.

Did you know that the Food Court/Food Hall restaurants will be open during the renovation process?

Did you know that Bayshore Health Care will be here at Cornwall Square on Thursday January 26, 2023, holding a Bayshore Health Care Awareness Day as well as a fundraiser for the Maison Baldwin House Bayshore Health Care will be on the main level in the mall’s East Court in front of Dollarama and Shoppers Drug Mart.

Remember, in 2023. Shop local, Shop indoors, Shop the Square, and support your local merchants that make up Cornwall’s retail sector.

Thank you MP Eric Duncan for a great 40 minute call in video chat on Monday night. You seem to have the pulse of our community issues at your fingertips.

Barb Cullen has a big thank you to all the CCH staff in emergency for taking care of her last Saturday.

JOKE OF THE WEEK

A child asked his father, “How were people born?” So his father said, “Adam and Eve made babies, then their babies became adults and

2022 was certainly a busy year for Centre 105! Over 17,000 meals were provided to the community, which was an increase in over 5000 meals from 2021.

The child then went to his mother, asked her thekeys then we evolved to become like we are

The child ran back to his father and said, “You lied to me!” His father replied, “No, your mom

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Thank you to the Cornwall Malayali Association for a great evening of networking and the chance to meet dozens of residents, including many who are new to the Cornwall area and to Canada. The recently formed group organized a fantastic event with traditional music and dance, and a delicious catered dinner from Wow India restaurant. Santa even made an appearance! The local Malayali community has grown significantly in the past few years with many new students studying at St. Lawrence College, and others working key jobs in health care and the logistics/supply chain sector, among others. Thank you for hosting me!

MPP Nolan Quinn - Great to get some public skating in with my children before they head back to school! Wishing all the students and educators a wonderful and safe return to school this week.

A huge thank you to Lactalis Canada for the support! Their donation to Beyond 21 that will go directly towards helping us increase the number of adults with developmental and physical disabilities we serve. We can’t wait to share our progress with you this year!

MP Eric Duncan and friends, 17 years after graduating high school, our crew still enjoys our annual potluck social. Just that now, there’s a few more kids and babies around!

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thinking of selling your home?

thinking of selling your home?

ACFO: Looking back on the year 2022

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ACFO (The Association of Francophone Communities of Ontario) SDG has done great work in our community in 2022. One big milestone was the creation of Carrefour Immigration Crossroads (CIC) – a collaborative platform initiated by ACFO SDG for the community that provides a unique model for the successful inclusion of newcomers.

distinguishes itself by valuing the work of other organizations and businesses while using its resources efficiently and putting people at the heart of all its work.”

The CIC platform has enabled ACFO SDG to develop a partnership with DEVCORE to coordinate a transition center for newcomers. Together, they have supported over 800 families and individuals who are new to the country and to SDG.

unsure of where to go for advice as possibly the sales representative or real estate brokerage that sold you your home is no longer active or in the real estate business? give us a call to discuss the sale of your properTY with no obligation.

unsure of where to go for advice as possibly the sales representative or real estate brokerage that sold you your home is no longer active or the estate business? give us a call to discuss the sale of your properTY with no obligation.

unsure of where to go for advice as possibly the sales representative or real estate brokerage that sold you your home is no longer active or in the real estate business? give us a call to discuss the sale of your properTY with no obligation.

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“The Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SDG) region offers optimal conditions for successful immigration and inclusion,” they shared in a recent newsletter, “ACFO SDG

They have also welcomed and successfully settled 5 Ukrainian families in the area, developed and expanded a free thrift store service to support newcomers, and formed over 30 partnerships in the process.

On December 6, 2022, ACFO helped host Forum Action Innovation at the DEV Centre. Together with 18 partners and 35 collaborators, 100 newcomers were connected to essentials like employment, education, health, and housing.

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homeowners will never pay more than 3-3/4%+hst commission which includes full mls listing service, weekly local newspaper advertising until sold, a unique virtual tour and internet promotion.

homeowners will never pay more than 3-3/4%+hst commission which includes full mls listing service, weekly local newspaper advertising until sold, a unique virtual tour and internet promotion.

homeowners will never pay more than 3-3/4%+hst commission which includes full mls listing service, weekly local newspaper advertising until sold, a unique virtual tour and internet promotion.

unsure of where to go for advice as possibly the sales representative or real estate brokerage that sold you your home is no longer active or in the real estate business? give us a call to discuss the sale of your properTY with no obligation.

Savings may not stop here. When our company sells your home directly to a buyer without another real estate brokerage involved in the sale, we will further reduce our commission to only 2%+hst Commission rates are negotiable by law. Not intended to solicit properties already listed for sale.

1822 people were served by the free thrift store in 2022. The public can now bring donations directly to the ACFO SDG thrift store at La Citadelle during business hours, entering on the left-hand side of the building at 510 McConnell Avenue.

Savings may not stop here. When our company sells your home directly to a buyer without another real estate brokerage involved in the sale, we will further reduce our commission to only 2%+hst

savingS are substantial & simple

Savings may not stop here. When our company sells your home directly to a buyer without another real estate brokerage involved in the sale, we will further reduce our commission to only 2%+hst. Commission rates are negotiable by law.

Other highlights from the year include the launch of ACFO SDG’s popular ARTeliers workshops with Renee Baillargeon and Drums Alive with Geneviève Éthier. ACFO SDG’s LOLMort de rire! Desjardins comedy courses have had 1338 students registered. So far, 976 of them have already participated in the last two months.

By appointment

Not intended to solicit properties already listed for sale.

Commission rates are negotiable by law. Not intended to solicit properties already listed

homeowners will never pay more than 3-3/4%+hst commission which includes full mls listing service, weekly local newspaper advertising until sold, a unique virtual tour and internet promotion.

By appointment

appointment

Savings may not stop here. When our company sells your home directly to a buyer without another real estate brokerage involved in the sale, we will further reduce our commission to only 2%+hst Commission rates are negotiable by law. Not intended to solicit properties already

By appointment

We look forward to seeing what ACFO has in store for the new year!

Prayer to St. Jude

May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved through the world now and for ever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us. St. Jude worker of miracles pray for us.

Say this prayer nine times per day for nine days. By the ninth day your prayer will be answered.

It has never been known to fail.

Publication must be promised. Thank you, St. Jude. I.D.

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TOMCHICK, Donald H.

with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Elizabeth on Thursday, December 29, 2022 at St. Joseph’s Continuing Care Centre, formerly of Riverdale Terrace and of Martintown. Wife of the late John T. Peters (2020). Born on July 17, 1927 in Gemert, the Netherlands to Johannes van Alphen and Gerarda Van Stiphout, second in a family of seven. She leaves to mourn her children John W. (Agathe), Garry (Marilyn), Theodore (Jayne), Mary Ann (Rick Johnston) and Robert (Nancy), as well as one sister, Mieke in the Netherlands, one sister-inlaw, Christina Jans of Moose Creek, brothers-in law, Hen (Mariet), Toon, sisters-in-law, Nellie, Truus (Koos) of the Netherlands and Thea of Austria.

Loving Oma to Clayton, Garry Jr., Katherine, Patrick, Curtis, Daniel, Sheri-Lyn, Brianne, John M., Jean-Philip, Alexandra, Josh, Zack and Emilie. Super-Oma to 17 great-grandchildren. Tante Lies will also be remembered by many nieces and nephews both in Canada and the Netherlands. Predeceased by her son, Finley, parents, sisters Bertha and Jo, brothers Jan, Marinus, and Harrie.

Friends and family are welcome to visit at Wilson Funeral Home, 822 Pitt Street, Cornwall, Ont. on Friday, January 13, 2023 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at St. William’s Parish in Martintown, Ontario at 10 :30 a.m. Lunch to follow at the St. Andrew’s Church Hall in St. Andrews, Ontario.

The care given to Mom by the staff at the Mantle House of St. Joseph’s Continuing Care Centre was phenomenal and very much appreciated. Thank You! In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Children’s Treatment Centre (Cornwall), St. Joseph’s Continuing Care Centre (Cornwall) or a charity of your choice.

Thanks to everyone for their best wishes and condolences.

Why you should exercise during pregnancy

Natasha Ingram Movement Matters

MOVE THERAPEUTICS

Physical activity is paramount for maternal and fetal health. There is current, high level evidence (July 2022, level 1a) that suggests moderate physical activity during pregnancy is safe and in fact desirable, in the absence of obstetric or medical complications or contraindications (placenta previa, pre-eclampsia). Please consult with your doctor prior to exercising if you are unsure if you have these conditions. Starting to be, or remaining active during pregnancy, improves hip and pelvic floor strength, improves balance and coordination, improves mood, and lowers fatigue. Here’s how:

General aerobic exercise such as walking or cycling for 20 minutes daily lowers the risk of gestational hypertension and gestational diabetes. Low to moderate intensity strengthening exercises are known to improve energy (in turn lowering fatigue), strengthen the muscles supporting your hips and pelvis, and reduce overall pain. Balance exercises improve walking tolerance and reduce hip pain. Upper extremity nerve and tendon gliding exercises reduce symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome (the sensation of pins and needles in your hands).

Pelvic floor and core strengthening exercises reduce urine leakage, vaginal pressure and heaviness, abdominal discomfort, and lower back pain.

Examples of some of the above exercises

include: Single leg stance and tandem stance (one foot in front of the other) for 30 second intervals, 3 times each. While sitting on a swiss ball (large bouncy ball), slowly try lifting up one foot at a time. Be careful! This challenges your balance, so always ensure you have a sturdy surface to hold onto while doing this exercise. A pelvic floor and core exercise would be to draw your lower belly inward towards your spine and draw your pelvic floor up towards your head while exhaling gently and fully (do not hold your breath). A fantastic breathing exercise could be lying on your back (propped up on a wedge) or on your side with a pillow between your knees while trying to take slow, gentle belly breaths. Breathe into your belly like you’re expanding a balloon (on inhale) and slowly and gently let out the air (exhale) and watch your belly lower.

A typical, safe workout during pregnancy should resemble this: 10 min of warming up, 25 min of aerobic exercise, 10 min of strengthening exercises, 5 min of coordination and balance exercises, 5 min of pelvic floor exercises and 5 min of stretching and relaxation.

This 60-minute exercise regime should be completed at least 3 times per week to stay strong and healthy during your pregnancy and leading up to your delivery. Always remember to stay hydrated throughout your day and especially while exercising. If you are unsure if you should be exercising during your pregnancy, please contact your doctor or book an appointment with our healthcare professionals at Move Therapeutics (admin@movetherapeutics. ca) for more information and guidance. We are always here to help!

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away in Markham on January 7, 2023 in his 92nd year. Survived by his loving wife Joyce (nee Holland), his three children Robert, Alan and Patti and their spouses, his 6 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. Don grew up in Timmins, Ontario with his 5 siblings. His mother Mary and father Albert Tomchick were well known in the Timmins community as owners of Albert’s Bakery. Don was very proud of his service as a young man in the Canadian Air Force. Over the years, he was a proud veteran who supported the Royal Canadian Legion. A long-time resident of Cornwall, Don worked for many years as the publisher of the Cornwall Standard Freeholder. He was very proud and honoured about his many years of service to the Thomson Newspaper Company. Don loved cottage life in Timmins over the years. He was an exceptionally skilled golfer and enjoyed curling for many years as well. Don had a green thumb and enjoyed gardening tremendously. There will be no funeral, however, a celebration of life will take place a later date. To honour Don’s legacy and his love of the Legion, donations can be made to the Stouffville Legion Branch 459.

4 booming career sectors

Are you considering a career change? If you want to switch things up this year but don’t know what direction to take, here are some employment sectors that are cur rently experiencing an upswing.

Vision care: An aging population has increased the demand for eyecare specia lists. Ophthalmologists are medical doctors specializing in eye care and surgery. Op tometrists have a doctorate in optome and they can examine eyes, prescribe me dications and dispense corrective lenses. An optician is a technician who designs and fits glasses and contact lenses accor ding to a prescription.

Human resources and recruitment: result of the Great Resignation, businesses in almost every sector are scrambling to fill vacant positions. A human resource professional will seek ways to meet employee needs while achieving business goals and potentially advocating for beneficial workplace changes.

Health care : Current health-care workers are retiring in great numbers. If you have a compassionate nature and want to help people, there are plenty of positions available in this sector. Home care workers, registered nurses and paramedics are all in demand.

Software development and engineering: There’s a growing need for specia-

Hiring Employment Opportunities

most recent job postings from Cornwall employers

lized workers in the field of information technology. Software developers write code from scratch to build programs for computers, tablets and phones. Since they usually create entire programs from start to finish, this is typically a job that involves independent work. Software engineers, however, create the tools to develop sof-

tware, often working on teams to solve large-scale issues.

For guidance on your best next move, talk to a career adviser in your area. For more information plus additional web job postings visit Choosecornwall.ca or call 613-933-0074

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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.

We thank all applicants and advise that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.