Cornwall Seaway News February 15, 2023 Edition

Summerstown Trails Snowshoe race

FRIENDS OF THE SUMMERSTOWN TRAILS

Summerstown, ON – The 9th Annual Summerstown Forest Dion Snowshoe Race was held on Saturday, February 11, and race director Gilles Parisien was very pleased with the turnout, as 53 participants were on hand, the greatest number yet. The race was held under sunny skies and the snow that had fallen the previous night gave the forest an enchanted look.

The Dion Race Series attracts a wide range of participants, and as was the case in previous years, twice as many racers were from outside the area, hailing mainly from Ottawa, Montreal and Kingston. The field was split

evenly between male and female runners.

The overall winner of the race was Bancroft’s Bernie Hogan, a member of the Algonquin First Nation, covering the 7.7 km in an excellent time of 35min 43sec. Local favourite Rob Lefebvre, winner of three previous editions, took second place. On the women’s side, Chelsea’s Lise Meloche, a two-time Olympian in biathlon, claimed first place with a time of 46min 35sec.

For the shorter 4.4 km race, the best results for local runners were posted by Williamstown Jennifer Gareau, and trails neighbour John Warner. Two participants came all the way from Kingston just to walk the course, and they did it in one hour!

This year’s race had an international flavour to it, with one participant hailing from Australia. And yes, there is snow in Australia, at least in certain regions. And the snow season lasts from June to August. Christmas in July anyone?

At the conclusion of the race, medals and prizes provided by local sponsors were handed out to the first-place finishers, and as is traditional, the rest of the prizes were drawn for amongst all the participants in the spirit of camaraderie which prevails in this sport.

The complete race results are available on the Dion Eastern Ontario Snowshoe Running Series website.

Overall winner Bernie Hogan (#281) at the head of the pack at the start of the Summerstown Trails Snowshoe race.

Photo: Richard Pilon

South Glengarry Updates

Michelle O’Shaughnessy South

Glengarry

Updates

COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

We are often asked questions about Council and what their role is when it comes to municipal operations. The Township of South Glengarry is governed by a five-member Council, elected by the community at large. Our Council is comprised of a Mayor (Lachlan McDonald), Deputy Mayor (Martin Lang), and three Councillors (Stephanie Jaworski, Sam McDonell and Trevor Bougie). Our Mayor and Deputy Mayor represent the Township of South Glengarry as members of the United Counties of SDG upper-tier Council.

Council’s role involves establishing policies that are important to providing direction for municipal operations. The policies established by Council are then implemented by staff. Council is also responsible for ensuring

municipal financial and administrative resources are being used as efficiency as possible which is primarily carried out through the establishment of the Township’s annual budget.

Council also holds a representative role, representing the views of constituents while also considering the broader issues facing the municipality as a whole.

Have you ever wondered how you could bring an issue forward to Council for their consideration? You can request a delegation! A delegation is the formal name for an individual or group who appear before Council and make a presentation on a matter that is of broad interest and that falls within the jurisdiction of the Township. It may also be to initiate interest and guidance to a solution for an item of public concern or bring council up to date on a project, idea, or concept. You can find Council’s contact information or apply to appear before Council as a delegation by visiting our website at www.southglengarry.com.

EOTB Cooking and Catering Program

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

If you’re looking for a career change, the Eastern Ontario Training Board (EOTB) is offering a free 8-week Cooking and Catering program geared towards women and unemployed youth 30 years and under.

One of their most popular programs to date, graduates of this course have found employment in places such as the Ontario Hockey Academy, Ramada Inn, St. Hubert’s, ESCA, Blue Anchor, Boston Pizza, Heritage Heights, Tim Hortons, and Burger King (to name a few).

St. Lawrence College delivers the training, which is very hands-on. Three days a week, participants are at the Knights of Columbus using their kitchen. The other two days take place at the St. Lawrence College campus where there is a day of theory and then a day of certification.

Lorraine Smith, who runs the cafeteria at the St. Lawrence College Cornwall campus, is the

facilitator hired by St. Lawrence to provide this training. Smith’s enthusiasm and passion for cooking make her a great asset to the students taking this course.

Participants enrolled in the training will receive Safe Food Handling, CPR & First Aid, Smart Serve, WHMIS and Health & Safety certifications as well as a variety of technical and soft skills.

“There are quite a few jobs available in the community,” said Kimberly Hamilton, EOTB Operations Manager, “We have a data labor market analyst as part of our EOTB team. She looked, and in the food and accommodation sector, there were 135 job postings in January 2023 and 1,041 job postings in SDG in 2022 overall.”

For more information, please visit https:// eotb-cfeo.on.ca/cooking-catering/

‘Made in SDG’ branding launched with focus on economic development

PROVIDED BY SDG COUNTIES

THE COUNTIES, Ontario – SDG Counties is launching a new brand that will focus on the good work being done in our region related to economic development.

‘Made in SDG’ has been created by SDG Counties Economic Development as a platform to provide information on grants, services and programs available to our businesses and not-for-profits. Likewise, this new

branding will highlight ‘Made in SDG’ success stories related to consumer experiences, new product launches and local business highlights.

“We are proud of the stories of our people, and we’re excited to share their tales of growth and success,” said Tara Kirkpatrick, SDG Counties Manager of Economic Development.

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“In SDG Counties there are boundless opportunities. We have some of the lowest-cost housing in the province and our quality of life is what the Canadian dream is made of.”

‘Made in SDG’ has its own Facebook social media channel, where regular updates will be posted. In

addition, SDG Counties’ economic development web page is being revamped to include the ‘Made in SDG’ brand.

“Our economic development web presence is being augmented this year,” said Kirkpatrick. “We have already been adding new feeds to our economic development site, including access to census data that markets our region as an amazing place to live, operate a business and raise a family.”

https://www.facebook.com/madeinsdg

How to choose the right multivitamin

calcium to reduce the risk of osteoporosis.

• Gender. Women should look for a multivitamin high in iron to replenish what the body loses during menstruation. Moreover, women wanting to conceive a child, are pregnant or are breastfeeding should consider a multivitamin with folic acid.

• Dose. The doses of vitamins and minerals and the number of tablets to take daily can vary considerably from one product to another. Moderation is best. Avoid formulas that contain a higher dose than you need.

Multivitamins contain a combination of at least three vitamins. Some also contain minerals like calcium and iron and natural substances like omega-3s. Do you have a health concern or feel the need to supplement your diet with a multivitamin? Here’s how to choose the best one for you.

• Age. Your nutrient needs vary according to several factors, including your age. Consequently, children, adults and seniors require different multi-vitamins. For example, formulas for seniors contain higher doses of

It’s best to consult your doctor or pharmacist before buying a multivitamin.

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WE’RE OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Tender Foot, Tickle Your Fancy & Rush Hour Escapes

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

Tender Foot

Foot health is something that many people take for granted. Our feet hold us up and take us where we need to go, but what happens when we experience a foot-related health issue? That’s where Pam Cote and her team at Tender Foot, located at 1328B Pitt St, come in.

Tender Foot opened five months ago and offers mobile and in-clinic services.

Pam became a nurse in her forties, starting in eye care and community nursing after graduation. When in community nursing, Cote had the opportunity to do foot care and found her niche.

“Tender Foot came about 9 years ago,” she said, “We started in Ottawa as mobile, then I had an opportunity to brick and mortar so I thought – let’s do that. Cornwall wasn’t on my radar, but the building is very nice, and the owners are phenomenal. I understand it’s a needed service here, so it all just seemed to fit.”

When asked what attracted her to foot care, Pam explained, “It’s immediate gratitude. People are excited to get their feet done because they know they’re going to feel better. I love the social aspect of it. Especially since I do work for myself, I can spend the time talking to clients.”

Because she’s a nurse, Pam said that people do ask questions unrelated to foot care

and she enjoys being able to help in any way she can. She also offers flexibility to clients if they want to come to the clinic during the warmer months and have home visits in the winter when getting out is more difficult.

Clients who go to the clinic access extra perks like hot towel service and a brief foot massage with lotion after their treatment. They also offer non-thermal laser therapy for fungal nails and an ionic foot soak that draws toxins out of the body in-clinic only.

“Foot health is so important,” Cote shared, “We do diabetic care too, which is a more involved assessment. We’re checking for sensation, we’re checking for circulation, and we’re educating too.”

He was purchaser at the Sheridan Ottawa hotel for 11 years, a semi-retail background that gave him the confidence to open his own store.

“The items I carry are about 30% local, 20% regional, and 50% from everywhere else,” Buser explained, “I want to be an asset to the community. I think the downtown core is good for the city. It’s good for tourism and it’s good for the people of the town to have something localized rather than more big box stores.”

If you take a walk around, you might notice items from local makers including Little Dove Boutique and Amethyst Claire Handcrafted. Buser also carries niche products, including Swiss food goods (an acknowledgment to his Swiss heritage) and handmade pine furniture made in Ontario near Simcoe County.

Rush Hour Escapes

The Campbell family opened Rush Hour Escapes upstairs at 52 Pitt Street almost six years ago, introducing the escape room craze to many Cornwall and SDG residents. Rush Hour Escapes has two themes: a jungle Expedition and Code Red which is set at a Cold War military base.

nurse’s uniform store where Rush Hour Escapes is now.

“You know what happens with an escape room? Life is so hectic, and stressful. There’s a lot of no-so-great things going on in the world right now,” she said, “When you go into an escape room with your friends, your focus is on solving the puzzles and getting to the end. Whether you win or lose, just being in there for that hour is as relaxing as a spa. It’s stressful, but it’s a really good kind of stress.”

Tickle Your Fancy

If you’re searching for a unique gift, check out Tickle Your Fancy, a gift shop that opened at 225 Pitt Street on June 9, 2022.

The owner, Martin Buser, is a retired paralegal who wanted to bring something unique to Cornwall’s downtown core. His favorite part of running the business is meeting and talking with different people.

“I was a paralegal for 11 years and then I decided to do something else,” he told Seaway News, “I thought that this was not an overly difficult task, but something to keep me busy. I didn’t want to just sit at home.”

Buser shared that in addition to being a

“My daughters, both in their early 20s, were trying to get my husband [Jordan] and I to go do an escape room. I thought ‘Ugh, I don’t like puzzles and that kind of thing,’ but they finally convinced us. We went, and we were hooked right away. It’s just so much fun,” Colleen Campbell told Seaway News.

Colleen is an entrepreneur who enjoys bringing good things to Cornwall. She was the original owner of Echo Trends when it opened on

The Campbell family was one of several recipients of the 2022 My Main Street grant. The grant allowed them to revamp their website, create promotional videos, and hire a company to help with social media.

While about 80% of their clientele are from Cornwall and SDG, Colleen shared that many people travel and do escape rooms (herself included). Rush Hour Escapes draws in tourists from Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, New York State, as well as families traveling to Canada internationally.

SDG Counties’ Date My County resident-attraction program received an honourable mention at the 2023 Economic Developers Council of Ontario 2023 conference held this week in Toronto.

“It is a great honour for SDG Counties to be named by EDCO as a finalist in the EDCO Awards of Excellence,” said Economic Development Manager Tara Kirkpatrick. “We designed the Date My County contest as a marketing vehicle to show other Canadians what our region has to offer and to let them know that there are opportunities available for them here.” photo: SDG Counties

Martin Buser, Tickle Your Fancy.

photo: Krystine Therriault

Rush Hour Escapes. Submitted photo.

SeawaY communitY eventS

ST. LAWRENCE SENIORS BINGO AT ANAF

Mondays and Thursdays. Doors open at 10am. Bingo starts at 12pm.

CORNWALL QUILTERS GUILD next monthly meeting on Mon. Feb. 20 at 7 p.m. in St. Matthews Lutheran Church hall, 1509 2nd St. W. Theme: Round Robin #2. Info: Barb 613-360-8079.

SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER: on the last Friday of the month. The next fundraiser will be on Feb. 24th at Knights of Columbus, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs) from 11:30am-1 pm and 4-6:30 pm.

TRI-COUNTY LITERACY Free courses: 3-week landscaping training starts Tues. Feb. 21. Classes run Monday to Thursday, from 1:00 to 3:30 pm. Info or to register: 613-932-7161.

BEREAVED FAMILIES OF ONTARIO - SOUTH

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

ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, SOUTH LANCASTER Community Ecumenical Lenten Services resume on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 12 noon. Rev. Eric Page, St. Andrew’s United, Williamstown will conduct worship and host a luncheon in the hall.

FAMILY DAY AT SUMMERSTOWN TRAILS:

On Mon., Feb. 20, from 10-3. Free XC ski, snowshoe and fat bike rentals. Many other free activities and food. Summerstown Road, 1.6 km north of exit 804 of the 401. Info: www.summerstowntrails.com.

FAMILY FUN DAY Feb 20 from 10am-4pm at 105 Legion Way, Cardinal. Chili cook-off contest at 11 am. Horse drawn wagon rides, snowman building, scavenger hunt and more.

ST. LAWRENCE INTERNATIONAL STAMP

CLUB meeting Tues. Feb. 21 from 6:30-8:30 pm (every 3rd Tues. of month) Cornwall Public Library, Credit Union Room.

TRI-COUNTY LITERACY Free courses: cashier training starts Mon. March 27. Info or to register: 613-932-7161.

SPRING EASTER CRAFT FAIR, Cardinal Legion Branch 105, Sat., April 1st & Sun., April 2nd from 1am-4pm at 105 Legion Way, Cardinal.

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BR 297 LADIES

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

CORNWALL LEGION SENIORS 60 AND OVER CLUB Bid Euchre enthusiasts’ games will be held on Thurs., Feb. 16th and 23rd in the main hall, starting at 1 pm.

CORNWALL TOWNSHIP LIONS CLUB Let’s Play Euchre Feb. 22 at 7 pm. Info: Roly 613932-9396 or Helen 613-931-3076.

HOP INTO SPRING CRAFT AND ART SHOW, Knox-St. Paul’s United Church, 800 12th Street East on Sat., March 25 from 9 am – 2 pm. Vendors Wanted! Info: Carolyn Ruda 613-9322415 or emails carolynruda@gmail.com

ST. FRANCIS KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

Community Family Breakfast on Sun., Feb. 26 in the St. Francis Parish Hall (434 Second St. W.) from 8:30am-noon. Accessible with elevator service provided.

THE ST. ANDREWS K OF C community breakfast on Feb. 19th in St. Andrew’s parish hall. We will be ready to start serving at 8 am. AIl are welcome!

STORMONT YACHT CLUB Adult Learn to Sail, weekend event for adults teaches theory and practical skills. June 16-18, Stormont Yacht Club, Long Sault. Info: , https://www. stormontyachtclub.ca/events/ adult-sail-training-weekend

STORMONT YACHT CLUB Youth Learn to Sail, teaches theory and practical skills. 2 sessions: July 31-Aug 4 (5 days); Aug 5-11 (4 days), Stormont Yacht Club, Long Sault, Age: 8-15. Info: stormontyachtclub.ca/sailing-foryouth/; youth-sail@stormontyachtclub.ca

PAINT NIGHT FUNDRAISER with Artist Lise Vivarais for PawPortunity Rescue on Feb. 23 at 6 pm at 2264 Pitt St. We will also have a 50/50 draw. Buy your tickets now, only 8 spots left! Info: pawportunityfunds@hotmail.com

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

TRI-COUNTY COUNTRY MUSIC

ASSOCIATION MONTHLY DANCE/Jam Session & Dinner Sat. March 4 from 2-8:30pm. Bring your instruments and dancing shoes. 2 Mille Roches Rd, South Stormont Township Hall. Info: Elaine 613-362-0173.

SEAWAY VALLEY COMMUNITY HEALTH

CENTRE programs: Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Learn how to reduce stress, communicate effectively in challenging situations and make tough caregiver decisions. Thurs., Feb. 23 – March 30 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Register at https://seawayvalleychc.ca/program-registration/ or call 1-888-936-0306 ext. 229.

CORNWALL SENIOR CITIZEN CLUB bid euchre tournament on Sat., March 25th at 10 am sharp. Lunch will be served at noon. Sixty players maximum. Interested? Contact Maggie Prieur, convenor at 613-363-1753.

50+ COMMUNITY CLUB HOSTING EUCHRE. Sat. Feb 18. at St Matthews, 15 Memorial Square, Ingleside. 12 Noon - 4pm. Info: Betty 613-984-1431 or Jack 613-537-2295.

BOWLING FUNDRAISER sponsored by Catholic Cemeteries on Sun., March 26 from 2-5pm at Nativity Bowl, 301 McConnell Ave. Info: Bev 613-933-1138 ext 28.

CORNWALL WESLEYAN CHURCH invites to it’s Sunday Morning Worship Service at 10:00 a.m. Konnect Kids 4- 12 years Nursery Available. Midweek Bible Study Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. in person or via Zoom. For info.613936-9166 or cornwallwesleyan@gmail.com or www.cornwallwesleyanchurch.on.ca

HERITAGE FAIR hosted by HeritagePatrimoine Cornwall at the Cornwall SquareFirst Level, on Sat. Feb. 25, 9am-4pm featuring fifteen heritage groups from SD&G.

CANADA MATH KANGAROO CONTEST. Blue Sky: An Acton Academy will bring the contest to the Cornwall area for the first time by hosting it on Sunday, March 19th. Info: https://mathkangaroo.ca/announcement/2023-contest-registration-started/en . The registration deadline is Sunday, February 26th.

PANCAKE SUPPER at Trinity Church, 105 Second St., W., Tuesday February 21 from 4:30 to 6:00. Pancakes with real maple syrup, sausages and home made beans, tea or coffee.

Info: 613-932-3359

THE BOWIE LIVES: Canada’s Most Sensational Bowie Spectacular on April 15 at 8 pm at The Port Theatre in Cornwall. Tickets at Melody Music & St. Lawrence Appliance.

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.

CORNWALL COMFORT QUILTS are handmade for and given to Cancer patients. Info: Nicole 613 935-5593, Janice 613 936-1951. Email: Mcintyren58@hotmail.com.

CORNWALL NEW HORIZONS BAND Beginners class on Mondays; Intermediate class on Tuesdays; Band rehearsals on Thursdays : Classes are 3:30 -4:30 p.m.; band is 3:30 - 5 p.m.; all are at St. Felix de Valois church hall. - best to arrive 15 minutes earlier to set up. Info: cnhbandtra@gmail.com or 613362-4881 or 613-931-1580.

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.

DANCING WITH THE CCH STARS

Meet (and pledge!)

Dr. Renee Givari and Tim Mazereeuw

SPONSORED BY MINIMAX

What I do at CCH:

I’m one of five Intensivists at CCH, and I’m proud to be the Chief of our Department of Medicine, overseeing all subspecialties of internal medicine, and hospital outpatient clinics for heart function, stroke, thrombosis, hematology, nephrology, and more.

An Intensivist is a doctor who looks after critically ill patients requiring significant medical support – they may have organs that are failing, urgent blood pressure levels that must be stabilized, or serious respiratory issues that need more invasive treatment.

Our team is passionate about finding clues and solutions to complicated cases; at the end of the day, we want to help people survive. In some cases, individuals are in our ICU at the end of their life and all options for care have been exhausted. At that point, we strive to provide comfort and compassion during their time of need.

Managing and caring for critically ill patients is a specialty that requires extensive training. Outside of my work on the unit, I run a local practice as an internal medicine specialist, as well as a large cardiology practice covering non-invasive cardiac testing, like stress tests, here in Cornwall.

A little about me:

I’ve travelled the world, but today our community is my home. I was born in Iran and spent part of my childhood in France before my family moved to Toronto in the 90’s. After high school, I studied Immunology and Microbiology at Western University. I completed my medical degree in Australia, then came back to London, Ontario, to complete my residency. That’s where I met my husband, Tim.

Tim is an officer in the Canadian military with 20 years of service. When he was posted to Ottawa, I decided to join him. As part of a return of service agreement with the Ministry of Health to work in an underserviced area, I found a position at CCH in 2013. My return of service ended in 2018 but I enjoyed my work in this community so much, I decided to stay.

I’m very proud of Tim’s work and his service to this country as a military veteran. Making a

Now, I’m a mother of two incredible little boys who have given my life a new meaning and I credit Tim as being the rock who supports our family during the times when I’m working to

Tim is not only my life partner, but now –thanks to Dancing with the CCH Stars – he’s my dance partner, too. Dancing provides us with the opportunity for a new adventure together. I’ve never been known for my dancing skills, but we’re enjoying the journey and looking forward to March 4th!

Why I’m dancing for CCH: I’m dancing for CCH to help continue modernizing our equipment so we can provide the best care for our patients.

Our ICU team takes pride in offering quality care for our sickest cases. Over the years, we’ve worked to develop our department to a level where everyone who works there is an expert, offering specialized care for the critically ill.

We offer an Intensivist-led, Level 3 Unit, managing some of the most complex cases in our region outside of Ottawa, including septic shock, severe pneumonia, overdoses, and a large caseload of the sickest COVID cases during the pandemic.

If a patient’s needs are higher than what we feel we can do, we never hesitate to send them elsewhere; but we’ve also developed an impressive capacity of high-level care at CCH. Visit www.cornwallseawaynews.com for complete story.

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

Family Day at the Summerstown Trails

FRIENDS OF THE SUMMERSTOWN TRAILS

Summerstown, ON – The Friends of the Summerstown Trails (FOTST) invites all area residents and more particularly families to come out to the Summerstown trails on Family Day, Monday, February 20, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Special activities will be organized and we hope to see you there! We’ll have free ski, snowshoe and fat bike rentals, volunteers to act as guides on the trails and free hot dogs, marshmallows and hot chocolate. Maple taffy

will also be available.

“Because of Covid, we have not been able host to this event the last two years, and our volunteers are looking forward to it. The last time it was held was in 2020, and it was a great success attracting more than 550 participants,” said FOTST President Vic Leroux. “Many families come out to the trails to try out cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and many want to try the fat bikes.”

The trails are located on Summerstown Road, 1.6 km north of exit 804 of the 401.

Rothmar Holdings vs. City of Cornwall update

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

Things have been quiet since the ‘Permit Me’ PR frenzy that took place in October, when Rothmar Holdings’ CEO Aaron Bell went public on his dispute with the City of Cornwall’s Building & By-law Division. A case conference held in Ottawa on December 19 has outlined the next steps in the litigation.

During the case conference, it was decided that the four court applications, filed on February 10, June 8, June 16, and June 20, 2022, will be heard together.

Rothmar Holdings and their legal team, Perley-Robertson, Hill & McDougall, have until February 17th to provided additional documents to support their case, including expert evidence. The City of Cornwall and their legal representatives, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, have a deadline of April 14th to file their response and counterevidence.

Tips to protect your windshield

Tim Houle Auto Talk

Your car’s windshield does more than let you see outside. It provides a significant amount of strength to the structural support in the cabin of the vehicle. Here are a few tips to keep it in good condition.

• Periodically wipe your windshield with a microfibre cloth. This will help keep the glass clean and prevent the wipers from spreading dirt around.

• Regularly clean your wiper blades with a soft cloth soaked in washer fluid to remove grease and dust. • Replace your wiper blades as soon as they show signs of wear to prevent streaking.

• Maintain a safe following distance to reduce the risk of getting hit by stones.

• Warm up your car gradually. Avoid forcing hot air onto the windshield as the temperature difference between the outside and inside of the car could weaken the glass.

Any cross-examinations on affidavits submitted for the case must be completed by May 12th, followed by a second case conference on June 19th.

“I am glad that dates have been set for the next steps in the litigation,” said Aaron Bell, “My intention is to see this litigation through to completion and so I look forward to the Ontario court hearing and rendering its decision on the City’s conduct in refusing all five permits.”

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• Place a cardboard or anti-icing tarp over your windshield when the forecast predicts rain or cold weather.

• Don’t use hot water to de-ice your windshield. The thermal shock can cause it to crack.

• Immediately repair chips or cracks in your windshield.

• Use a snow brush with a flexible Styrofoam edge. The bristles on traditional brushes can harbour debris that could scratch your windshield.

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Conflict vs. bullying: what’s the difference?

their behaviour if they feel they’ve made the other person feel bad. Conflict can often lead to two people learning to solve problems and overcome challenges.

WHAT’S BULLYING?

Conflict is a normal part of life and happens when two people respectfully disagree. The two parties have equal power in the relationship, and each has a chance to express their views.

Even though there may be negative emotions and hurtful words exchanged, both people are looking for a solution and don’t want to harm each other. Each person takes responsibility for their actions and modifies

Unlike conflict, the goal of bullying is to hurt, harm, insult or humiliate another person and make them feel bad about themselves. The actions are unwanted and unwarranted, and the bullied person has little power to stop them. Bullying can result in physical and emotional harm.

Bullying happens when one person uses their power to control another. Power can mean the bully is bigger, stronger, older or more popular than the person they’re bullying. Moreover, bullies aren’t trying to resolve anything and show no remorse if they hurt someone

Why do some kids bully?

Understanding the reasons for bullying may help you handle the behaviours. Here are a few common reasons why some kids bully.

LACK OF ATTENTION

According to STOMP Out Bullying, most kids bully because they lack attention at home and lash out for attention. They may suffer neglect or have parents with substance addictions.

BULLIED AT HOME

If a child is bullied at home by siblings or parents, they’re more likely to empower

themselves by hurting others. Bullying is a learned behaviour, and most kids learn it at home.

POOR SELF-ESTEEM

Bullies often try to make others feel bad to make themselves feel better. They often say they feel powerful when humiliating others. Many feel they must dominate others to feel in control.

IGNORANCE

Common characteristics targeted by bullies are different physical appearance, race, ethnicity, gender, disability, religion and

else. There’s no interest in a relationship with the other person.

This Pink Shirt Day, February 22, stand up to bullying when you see it. Don’t be afraid to share your views and express your opinions constructively. Not all conflict is bad.

sexual orientation. Some kids bully because they lack understanding of other cultures, backgrounds and identities.

When dealing with bullying, it’s essential to understand that everyone needs to feel included and loved. This Pink Shirt Day, February 22, fight bullying with supportive actions.

Sextortion: what you need to know

Sextortion is a form of online blackmail whereby a predator threatens to make sexual images of a youth public. Here’s what you need to know about this growing problem.

HOW SEXTORTION OCCURS

Communication usually starts on social media, and young males are a common target. The teens are tricked into believing they’re communicating with a young female. The communication leads to sexual content. The youth may share a nude image of themselves or engage in a sexual act via livestream, which is recorded without their knowledge.

The extorter then threatens to share the pictures with the youth’s friends and family if they aren’t paid or provided with more sexual images. The predator may also threaten to harm the victim or the victim’s family.

Some young people have paid more than $7,000 to these predators. Others, like 17-year-old Michigan high schooler Jordan DeMay, have chosen to end their own lives while being sextorted.

WHAT TO DO

If you’re experiencing sextortion, there are things you can do:

• Stop all communication. Deactivate, but

don’t delete, the accounts you’re using to communicate with the extortionists. Never send money or more nude images.

• Keep the message threads and information such as the predator’s username, social media account information and any shared videos or images.

• Get help. Tell an adult, visit NeedHelpNow. ca and report the incident to cybertip.ca or your local police.

Cybertip.ca reports a 150 per cent increase in youth being sextorted between December 2021 and May 2022, with a record of more than 100 cases in June 2022.

6 types of kids most likely to be bullied

Anyone can be a victim of bullying. However, kids with any of these six characteristics may be more susceptible than others.

1. Successful. Kids who get positive attention from their peers, teachers and parents may become the target of bullying from kids who feel inferior. These bullies want others to feel insecure and will try to discredit popular students.

2. Vulnerable. Children who are introverted, anxious or lacking in self-esteem are more likely to be bullied. Bullies target these children because they’re less likely to fight back.

3. Isolated. Many bullying victims have few friends and are excluded from social events.

You can help stop bullying by befriending kids who have trouble making friends.

4. Distinctive appearance. Unique features, such as height, weight, glasses or acne, can make a child the target of bullying. Bullies often target physical attributes to get a laugh, and it can be damaging to the victim’s self-esteem.

5. Sexual orientation. The most brutal bullying incidents often target gay or transgender students. Schools must provide a solid support network for LGBTQ students.

6. Different race or religion. Bullying based on race, religion and cultural practice is common. No race is immune from having

Why Pink Shirt Day

Pink Shirt Day is a national anti-bullying campaign widely recognized in schools, and children are taught about the negative impacts of bullying in the hallways and online. However, Pink Shirt Day isn’t just about kids. Seniors are also often victims of bullying.

ABUSE AMONG OLDER CANADIANS

According to a survey of older adults cited by Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario:

• 57 per cent of respondents reported being bullied

• 56 per cent reported engaging in bullying behaviours

• 44 per cent had witnessed bullying in the last four months

Most bullying among seniors occurs in retirement or assisted living facilities, among small groups. The most common form is verbal abuse. The three main types of bullying in assisted living facilities include:

• Older adult to older adult

• Older adult to staff

• Staff to older adult

Older adults who engage in bullying are often experiencing a loss of control over certain parts of their lives and use bullying to maintain a sense of power.

ADULTS

The negative physical and emotional impacts of bullying are just as severe for the elderly as they are for children. They include:

• Social and emotional distress

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Sleep difficulties

• Self-harming behaviours or physical injury

• Isolation

• Low self-esteem

• Cognitive decline

You can help all Canadians live healthier, happier lives by providing education, sup -

bullies or being bullied. Students are singled out just because they’re different. These characteristics aren’t flaws that need to be changed. It’s crucial to remind bullying victims that it’s not their fault.

port and resources to prevent bullying among older adults.

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Tory took page from Clinton Playbook

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Well, at least he didn’t wait until Valentine’s Day to book a seat in the public confessional reserved for such occasions.

In the meantime, there are some who applaud John Tory’s decision to disclose a romp in the hay with a much younger staffer and quickly surrender the keys to the Toronto mayor’s office Friday evening.

Tory ripped a page from the William Jefferson Clinton playbook and soft-pedalled it as an “inappropriate relationship.” That is what folks in high places – or television evangelists - who get nabbed with their pants down like to call it. Right up there with the “devil made me do it.”

This wasn’t one of those Christmas office party one-night stands. Tory was cheating on his wife of 40 years for months. If you read between the lines of his mea culpa, he seems to blame the pandemic and the need to spend so much time away from his wife.

As for giving Tory a get-out-of-jail card for stepping up to the plate and spilling the beans, bull feathers.

Tory rushed to the microphone one hour after he learned the Toronto Star was printing the story. If the newspaper had not uncover the extramarital affair, Tory still would be sitting in the mayor’s office keeping his fingers crossed nobody, especially his wife of 40 years, would find out.

Yes, he said he was sorry. An argument can be made that what he is really sorry for is that he got caught.

The oddity is that the Toronto media had branded the mayor No Story Tory for his

cautious middle-of-the-road style and ability to stick handle around controversy; and then out of no where he became the biggest Toronto story of the young year. New York papers carried the story on their front page. He is now called Sorry Tory.

Meanwhile, there is no need to hold a tagday for the unemployed Tory. He hails from a wealthy family and never needed the mayor’s salary to put food on the table.

In 1937 Cornwall, the highest paid municipal employee wasn’t the person who ran city hall, or the police chief or the fire chief.

The city employee who made the most money was the tax collector (as they were called back in the day). Ovila Larin earned the handsome annual salary of $2,200, which was $200 a year more than clerk-treasurer W. A. Hamilton.

Over at the police station, Chief Fred Seymour commanded an annual salary of $2,000, while his six constables each earned $1,300 a year. The perk for Seymour was that he got to take the force’s lone vehicle home at night and on weekends, while the coppers walked the beat.

ALSO THIS MONTH IN 1937 – Frank Love, president (or should that read chairman) of the Cornwall chapter of the Communist Party of Canada, spent 15 minutes on an Ottawa radio station railing against the evils of capitalism and the lack of social justice in Cornwall. He claimed workers would be happier and live better under a communist system. ... Cornwall’s workforce numbered 4,779 (most of it in industry). There were 3,106 Bell Telephone customer and the local light and power companies had 5,018 customers. ... The stylish Strathcona Apartment Building at 214 Second St. W. was ready for occupancy. It was constructed by

It’s Good for the Brethren to Gather

When I was a teenager, I struggled with a stammering problem. Oh, how things have changed! People now have trouble getting me to shut up. These days there are few things that I enjoy more than flying, taking photos of aircraft (and from aircraft), researching anything that has flown and giving talks about my aviation experiences.

The CAHS (Canadian Aviation Historical Society) was founded in Toronto in 1962. I am

member #9, currently with the Ottawa chapter. There are chapters in several cities across Canada. Membership is open to men

Seaway News welcomes letters to the editor. Letters should be no longer than 300 words and may be edited for clarity or length. Please send your letters by email to info@seawaynews.media or by mail to 501 Campbell Street, Unit 6, Cornwall, ON K6H 6X5. Include name, address and phone number.

Entwistle Construction of Cornwall. The building was owned by W. H. Frost of Ottawa. John W. Eamer was building superintendent.

Construction of St. Francis de Sales Church was completed and the first mass was held. A new church in east Cornwall, St. Felix de Valois was nearing completion. ... Cornwall Police Commission approved the purchase of a new police vehicle, a Dodge sedan. With the $500 trade allowance, the cost was $499. It was the department’s sole vehicle. Meanwhile, the board decided to have the radio communications system removed to save money. Instead, the two constables on duty at night had the use of alarm boxes stationed throughout the city.

SEEN AND HEARD Central Canada Hockey League academic player of the month (January) Carter Pilon has a strong tie to Cornwall. The Carleton Place Canadians rookie defenceman’s father, Denis, is from the city. The younger Pilon is the grandson of city residents Glen and Leona Pilon. The 17-year-old defenceman, a student at All Saints High School in Kanata,

and women with an interest or experience in aviation, including pilots (airline, military, corporate, private), mechanics, writers, modellers, photographers and ‘wannabes’ in all those categories.

For the third time in about 15 years, I’ll be a guest speaker at the Montreal chapter’s monthly meeting, Thursday February 16, 11:00 am.

In the past, I have given my ‘TriviAir’ presentations to several other audiences too. It’s a challenging audience participation quiz about aviation trivia. A knowledgeable fellow aviation enthusiast commented, “There’s no such thing as ‘trivial aviation information’. Eventually, it all becomes useful.”

In my upcoming February 16 talk I’ll use

logs a 95% average on a full academic load. ... Thoughts and prayers for retired Cornwall Transit manager and all-round good guy Len Tapp. ... With wild government spending one of the causes of inflation woes, we now have something called Justinflation. ... One of life’s mysteries: How can federal NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh criticize the Trudeau government when his party is keeping it in power.

TRIVIA Aunt Bee was the housekeeper in this television show: 1) The Andy Griffith Show, 2) Dennis the Menace, 3) Lassie, 4) Leave it to Beaver, 5) Father Knows Best.

TRIVIA ANSWER Historic King George Hotel was destroyed in a spectacular fire on Feb. 14, 1997. The lot sat empty until last year when construction of an apartment building was started. Arson was suspected.

QUOTED - “Winners take responsibility, losers blame others.” - Brit Hume NEW WORD OF THE DAY Cashtration(n) –The act of buying a house, which renders the subject financially impotent for an indefinite period of time.

these cryptic terms as topic introducers: 360 (a current number in progress); 294 (significant number from my past); CC+CCxMM (it served me well during the year 2000).

Unfortunately, so many people of my early days of aviation will not be able to attend: Bob Haverstock, Louis Geoffrion, Bruce Burgess, Jan Zurakowski, Paul Reagan, Mick Saunders, Frank Gropler… It’s through gatherings at airports, air shows, breakfast fly-ins and meetings such as these I replenish my storehouse of knowledge and make new friends.

As the saying goes, “It’s also good for the brethren to break bread together.” After the talk, there’s a catered luncheon for only a $5.00 cover charge.

SECOND BEST SEAT – It’s better than Business Class or even First Class. There’s not only a great view, there’s usually stick time.

(Photo by Nick Wolochatiuk)

Mother Daughter Masquerade Ball

If you have not already heard, a special event, the Mother Daughter Masquerade Ball, is taking place February 26th in the elegant salons at the Cornwall Civic Complex. This is a day where mothers and daughters come together to celebrate that special bond. “This will be an event unlike anything else in our community,” states Lisa Runions. It will give mothers and daughters a chance to create memories that will last a life time.”

Although there are many featured activities on the day of the Ball, it’s the mothers and daughters who will be the main focus. Whether they come in costume or come as they are, they are the real stars of the event. Dress up in your favourite cartoon, Halloween or Disney character. The skies the limit. But along with all the great things this event will bring to the community, we guarantee that all involved will have a wonderful experience that they will never forget while helping local community groups. Our hopes are that this event will become a tradition for years to come.

At present, we have had people ask us if they can bring their older daughters, who want to share in this special event. So, we are asking all who attend, to show their whimsical side. Let their inner child materialize and join in with their daughters in some of the many fun activities. And before you ask, yes, we have a few fathers who are also bringing their daughters, and we have a few young gents who will be joining in. Although the main focus is for Mothers and Daughters, we will not be

Sara Racine of Little Dove Boutique Meet the Maker

Sara Racine is a multi-passionate woman who is well known locally for her love of hist ory. She frequently shares pictures of Cornwall in the old days on Facebook and has been referred to as ‘Cornwall’s Little Historian’.

Racine is also the owner of Little Dove Boutique, a handmade earring, scrunchie, and hair accessories business that started in 2018. If you’ve been to any Cornwall makers’ markets recently, you’ve probably seen her colorful table and friendly smile before.

discouraging others who may want to attend. So, Grand’Mere, why don’t bring your granddaughter?

What if you don’t have a mask, no problem. Just go to our art table where you can create your very own unique and stylish masquerade mask. Additionally, there are fun games, an original dance challenge, and Dancing Fun with the Dance Stars as well as the many fun characters you will meet. But the fun doesn’t stop there. Do you like music? Well, we have fun songs with Rebecca and Mitch, as well as a mesmerizing Pizazz Magic Show, meet our fortune teller Lady Paula, an aesthetics booth for manicures by Aesthetics by Courtney, The Runway Walk, and scenic backdrops for photo ops. Each child receives a party bag with lots of treats and prizes and a chance to win wonderful door prizes and much more.

This year, the event itself also serves as a fundraiser for a local youth group, Dream Maker Young Peoples’ Theatre, a group that has given thousands of local young people a chance to perform in different plays and musicals.

Feb 26 at 1:00 pm!!! Cornwall Civic Complex.

Tickets on sale at Melody Music. $35.00 a pair (Mother and Daughter) $15.00 for additional single tickets or by e-transfer to lisa. runions99@gmail.com

For more information call 613-932-3510

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Is your mental health impacting your work life?

Feeling the pressure lately? Work life balance is an important part of ensuring success in the workplace. If you find you’re feeling overwhelmed with the demands of work be sure you take the time to disconnect during your downtime. With access to work emails on our phones and personal computers, sometimes it can be hard to get away from it all. Check with your employer to find out if they have a disconnecting from work policy and look for constructive ways to decompress when you’re not at work. By allowing for some ‘me time’ you’ll return to work a happier, more positive and more productive employee.

BY JULIE SULLIVAN; JOB ZONE D’EMPLOI PROGRAM SUPERVISOR

Another one of Sara’s loves is animals. Sara and her family care for 12 stray and feral cats. To help with the cost of food and emer gency vet bills, Sara started making hair clips and putting the proceeds towards helping the kitties. @SarasStrays on Instagram shows all the cats that are helped when customers purchase these clips.

How it started:

Like many other small business owners and creators, Sara wasn’t planning on starting a business when she started making jewelry. She just wanted to wear fun earrings without triggering her allergies.

“I have a ton of allergies. I’m allergies to a ton of soaps, skin products, food. I should be in a bubble,” Sara said jokingly.

Traditional hypoallergenic jewelry can be a little boring, so Sara did some research and started making colorful earrings that didn’t make her react. Next thing she knew, friends and family started asking where she was finding her earrings and she began selling them.

How it’s going:

In five years, Sara went from making jewelry in a small corner of her apartment to taking over the spare room in her parents’ house to run her small business.

Sara told Seaway News that its surreal seeing people wearing her creations around town. She was also humbled to be voted Gold

and Women’s Clothing & Accessories.

“It’s awesome that people like the things I make so much. I am so touched when I’m at the grocery store and spot someone wearing my earrings or scrunchies,” Sara shared.

The next stage in Sara Racine’s entrepreneurial journey is launching her mobile boutique – Little Dove’s Nest – made from a renovated camper. After giving the camper a makeover, only a few more updates are needed for it to be operational.

“I’m super excited. I was scrolling through Pinterest at 3am one day. I couldn’t sleep. Somewhere in Louisiana they had a U-Haul and turned it into a clothing store,” Sara said, explaining where she got her inspiration.

Keep an eye out for Sara and her mobile boutique at fairs and markets this spring/ summer!

Where to shop Little Dove Boutique:

- Website:

https://www.littledoveboutique.ca/

- Facebook: @LittleDoveCornwall

- Instagram:@LittleDoveCornwall + @LittleDovesNest

Helaina McDermid and Achsannah Taylor preparing the Ball’s mascot.

photo: Lisa Runions

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

Three Minutes With the MPP

Nolan Quinn

3 Minutes with the MPP

MP P FOR STORMONT, DUNDAS & SOUTH GLENGARRY

The IRCC has gained a lot of attention in our community lately. We recognize as a community that we should do everything we can to support the asylum claimants to help make them feel welcome in our wonderful community. I have worked closely with Mayor Justin Towndale and Member of Parliament Eric Duncan to try and find solutions and supports for the newcomers. This has been a challenging topic of discussion for a number of months now. We will continue to dialogue together to help navigate the asylum claimants and to try and find solutions so that they may gain success

I had an opportunity to have a tour of the operations of the refugee processing centre and the good work of ACFO at the Dev Centre. They are doing great work there to help support the many asylum seekers. I was impressed with the care and support that was provided.

I had the opportunity to work closely with the Upper Canada District School Board and the Dev Centre to try and help the children of the

asylum seekers and to put supports in place so they may better meet success. They have set up classrooms at the Dev Centre to assist the children with their learning. The Board and Dev centre are to be commended in their efforts to meet the needs of the children in their care. I have heard firsthand about their success. I will continue to collaborate with the Upper Canada Board and the Dev Centre in an effort to make the asylum claimants feel welcome and supported.

In attempts to help serve the refugees, the Eastern Ontario Training Board has offered their assistance. I met with the EOTB and we discussed how they could help support the programs offered at the Dev Centre. The Board will continue their ongoing efforts to help meet the needs of the newcomers.

Senator Bernadette Clement and my office are coordinating a meeting in the near future to discuss this file.

It is encouraging that there are so many leaders in our community that are willing to rally together to help the newcomers gain success in our community. We will continue in the future to collaborate to help overcome the challenges in order to support the newcomers to our beautiful community.

MP Duncan Welcomes Back Tax Clinic for 2023 Free Tax Clinic Set by Appointment, Bookings Open Now

With tax season fast approaching, Member of Parliament Eric Duncan has announced the return of his local volunteer income tax clinic. The clinic operates by appointment starting in late February and appointments can be booked by calling MP Duncan’s Constituency Office at 1-888-805-2513.

“For years, modest income residents have appreciated this free tax clinic service by our wonderful volunteers,” said MP Duncan. “Last year, we were proud to help over 4,000 taxpayers in our community complete their income tax returns in an easy and timely manner.”

To qualify for our free service, an individual must earn less that $35,000 annually or

$45,000 if filing as a couple, and the returns must be simple in nature. Complicated returns are not eligible for the program:

• self-employed or have employment expenses

• have business or rental income and expenses

• have capital gains or losses

• filed for bankruptcy in the tax year; or

• completing a tax return for a deceased person

The volunteer-based tax clinic is being hosted at MP Duncan’s constituency office at 691 Brookdale Avenue, Unit C (in the International Business Plaza just south of the traffic circle).

Ingleside: Feb. 22, March 8 and 22

Long Sault: Feb. 24, March 10 and 24

Rose Pynenburg RN AFCN has joined Specialty Footcare Services to assist you with your footcare needs.

INGLESIDE: WEDNESDAYS

LONG SAULT: FRIDAYS

The SD&G Historical Society hosted their counterparts from Glengarry Pioneer Museum (Dunvegan) for an exchange of ideas on Saturday, February 11, 2023. The meeting was held in the Research and Archives Room of the Cornwall Community Museum and included a tour of the collection. Wes Libbey, President of the Historical Society, (taking the photo) noted that the conviviality of the meeting is resulting in future visits between the societies to continue the sharing and conversation. Both groups will be participating in the Heritage Fair (Cornwall Square) on Saturday, February 25th. photo: Wes Libbey

Reprinted from Chesterville Record – Kerry Adams was honoured for his dedication and work as a volunteer with the ACAA by being presented by ACAA president Sophie Branchaud. Avonmore Community and Athletic Association introduced the Volunteer of the Year Award for the ACAA (initiated in 2023). Kerry Adams has volunteered with the ACAA for nearly 25 years and assisted with several projects and initiatives. “It´s truly humbling to be given this award by your fellow volunteers. Avonmore is a great little town and Avonmore Rec. is a fantastic group of people helping to make it better for everyone!” commented Adams. Photo: Thompson Goddard

FEBRUARY 2023

TOWNSHIP OFFICE FAMILY DAY OFFICE CLOSURE

The Township Office will be closed for the Family Day on Monday, February 20, 2023. There will be NO CHANGES to garbage and recycling collection due to the holiday.

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAYS

There will be no household hazardous waste days at the City of Cornwall hazardous waste depot until April 2023.

PUBLIC WORKS WINTER MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

Your assistance during the winter season will help the Township of South Stormont Public Works Department provide efficient and effective winter maintenance. Your cooperation with snow removal is very much appreciated.

• Trucks with flashing blue lights are performing winter maintenance. Please give them room to work and pass with caution as visibility may be compromised with blowing snow.

• Park your vehicle in your driveway, well off the road, until street and sidewalk cleaning operations are complete. This allows our crews to do their job and make the streets and sidewalks safe for everyone.

Current policy states that the Public Works Department will only replace a mailbox if the post, or box has a direct hit from the Township’s snowplow. Avoid installing mailboxes where they can be damaged by plowing.

Basketball/hockey nets and skateboard ramps should be placed on private property to avoid any potential damage by our winter operations. Township staff will remove any hockey/basketball nets and skateboard ramps remaining on the Township Road Right of Way.

WINTER PARKING RESTRICTION IN EFFECT

The snow will arrive soon! Please remember that no person shall park a vehicle or permit a vehicle to remain parked on any highway so as to interfere with the clearing of snow or ice from the highway at any time; or between the hours of 12:00 a.m. of one day and 7:00 a.m. of the same day between November 1st and April 1st. Enforcement Action will be taken if vehicles interfere with snow removal.

WINTER MAINTAINED SIDEWALKS

The Township of South Stormont would like to remind residents that only the sidewalks identified in By-law No. 2020011 are maintained throughout the winter. All other sidewalks are considered closed from November 1st – April 1st. To view the list of sidewalks that are maintained, please visit southstormont.ca/WinterMaintenance or contact the Township Office at 613-534-8889

or info@southstormont.ca

Please ensure that vehicles, garbage and recycling bins are not obstructing the plow operator’s ability to effectively clear the sidewalks.

2023 HALF-LOAD RESTRICTIONS

Half-load restrictions on Township and County roads will be coming into effect soon once spring arrives. Please watch our website for half-load restriction dates. A maximum of five tonnes per axle are permitted on the weaker roads throughout SDG, which are identified by roadside signage. Permits to Move Loads in Excess are available on the Township website. For more information, visit southstormont.ca.

BUILDING DEPARTMENT

As the first two months of every year normally represent the least number of permit applications being submitted, the Township’s building department wishes to issue a friendly reminder to all interested parties that applying for permits early in the year helps to mitigate potential delays in permit issuance prior to the Spring rush.

FINANCE WATER ACCOUNT BALANCE

Outstanding water account balances as of March 1, 2023 will be transferred to the Property Tax account, and will appear as “past due” on the interim tax bill.

INTERIM TAX BILLS

The 2023 interim tax bills will be issued in early March with installment due dates of March 31st and May 31st. Properties that are in tax arrears of two or more years as of December 31st, 2022, have become eligible for tax sale registration; if payment arrangements are not made to clear the arrears by March 31st the tax sale registration process may begin. Please contact the municipal office at accountsreceivable@southstormont.ca with any questions or concerns.

Payments can be made through preauthorized payment (PAP) plans, internet, or telephone banking, by mail or in person via cash, cheque or debit.

Please visit www.southstormont.ca for the latest information, to register for e-billing, sign up for pre-authorized payments and register to view your accounts anytime.

COUNCIL

Mayor Bryan McGillis 613-360-9655 bmcgillis@southstormont.ca

Deputy Mayor Andrew Guindon 613-330-1935 aguindon@southstormont.ca

Councillor Jennifer MacIsaac 613-662-9210 jmacisaac@southstormont.ca

Councillor Reid McIntyre 343-370-3324 rmcintyre@southstormont.ca

Councillor Cindy Woods 613-930-5381 cwoods@southstormont.ca

RECREATION

MINOR SPORT REFEREES

The Township of South Stormont is seeking referees for our minor soccer and ball hockey programs. A coaching clinic will be provided for soccer and specific rules for the ball hockey league will be taught during orientation. Soccer will run Monday and Tuesday evenings. Ball hockey will run on Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Please e-mail cara@southstormont.ca or call 613-534-2419 to indicate your interest. Applicants must be 14 years of age or older.

SOUTH STORMONT MINOR SPORT REGISTRATION

Soon, registration will open for Soccer, Ball Hockey, Baseball and T-Ball! Summer basketball camps will also open for registration on the below dates. South Stormont residents may register as of Friday, March 10 at 9:00 a.m. Non -residents may register as of Monday, March 20 at 9:00 a.m. Registration closes on April 13, or when the program is full. Enough players on a waitlist may result in adding additional teams. Minor sports are $75 per child, per sport. See more information or register at southstormont.ca/youthrec

SWIMMING REGISTRATION

South Stormont residents can register as of Monday, May 29, at 9:00 a.m. Non-residents may register as of Monday, June 5, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. Typically, registrations close the Friday before the session starts at 12:00 p.m. or once the lesson has reached capacity. Limited spaces are available. Please register online at southstormont.ca/swimming

MARCH BREAK MAGIC SHOW

Prepare to be perplexed and amazed by the magic of Ian Quick! Admission to this Township event will be by donation for Baldwin House. Please register online at southstormont.ca/youthrec so we know how many people to expect.

Date: Wednesday, March 15

Time: 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Location: South Stormont Community Hall (2 Mille Roches Rd.)

Cost: Monetary donation

SOUTH STORMONT SPORTS HALL OF FAME

Nominations are being accepted for the 2023 South Stormont Sports Hall of Fame. The deadline for Inductee Nominations is April 1, 2023. The deadline for the Youth Recognition Nominations is May 15, 2023. Visit ssshof.com/nominationinstruction for more details and to submit and nomination.

Hall of Fame Committee positions are available. Those interested in joining the committee can attend the next meeting on March 6, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall.

MARCH BREAK AT LONG SAULT ARENA

March Break Ice Rental:

There is available ice to rent during the March break from Sunday, March 12 to Saturday, March 18, 2023. For availability, to book or for more information, please contact the arena staff at 613-534-2419.

March Break Public Skating:

Admission is FREE courtesy of the Township of South Stormont. Please visit southstormont.ca/skating to view the regular public skating schedule.

Public Skating Schedule

• Monday, March 13 – 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

• Tuesday, March 14 - 6:00 p.m. to 6:50 p.m.

• Wednesday, March 15 - 1:30 p.m. to 2:20 p.m.

• Thursday, March 16 - 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

• Friday, March 17 - 5:00 p.m. to 5:50 p.m.

This week Station 4 St. Andrews District Chief Wes Atkinson presented firefighter Cameron Lecompte with his new helmet. Lecompte has now been promoted to Captain effective immediately. Congratulations to Captain Cameron Lecompte! Your drive and dedication have brought you to this point and we are excited for your future! #promotion #firefighter #captain #leadership

Jane in Bonville wonders if anyone else has got goose bumps listening to someone speak. On YouTube I came across the trial of that pathetic kid who shot 17 children dead and injured many more at Parkland school. These families who addressed the killer included Mr. Manuel Oliver speaking of the loss of his grade 3 son who was shot 4 times. I have listened to this brave, loving, wonderful grieving man at least 10 times and get goose bumps every time. So seldom has a man of his caliber addressed a defendant so calmly and bravely... He and all the other families are my heroes. Google him.

TAX RETURN AT HOME

JOKE OF THE WEEK

I went down the street to a 24-hour grocery store. When I got there, the guy was locking the front door. I said, “Hey! The sign says you’re open 24 hours.” He Said, “Yes, but not in a row!”

HAPPY RETIREMENT BLAKE – Fire Chief

Dave Robertson announced the retirement of Lancaster Station Chief Blake McDonell after 24 years with the South Glengarry Fire Service. Blake started his career at the Glen Walter Station, rising to the rank of Captain before transferring to the Lancaster Station and ending his career as Station Chief. Blake was a dedicated member of the Department, much like he has and remains with many other community organizations. Serving his community through the Fire Services was always a priority. Thanks to Blake for his selfless commitment to our municipality!

Leo

Doucet

NEWS FROM THE SQUARE

Did you know that, hopefully when you read this the Visual Vinyl mural covering the Grey Monster’s façade will have been installed and will provide everyone with a better idea of what will be in place once the efforts of everyone working on this project come to fruition several months from now.

Did you know that all the Food Court restaurants are open to serve you. Sip & Scoop, Wok Express, Cedars, Asian Wagon and Tim Hortons are all open for business and will continue during the renovation process.

Mailboxes destroyed by snowplow in Martintown. Here are pictures of mailboxes destroyed or damaged by snow plow this morning for no reason. This is just a small stretch god now’s how far the damage goes.

Cody Labelle

Last week, Tim Mills and members of South Glengarry Council, EVB Engineering, MPP Nolan Quinn and I had to opportunity for a #delegation with Infrastructure Parliamentary Assistant, Vijay Thanigasalam. They have a housing crisis that has been identified by all orders of Government. In order to grow, municipalities need to provide water and waste water services to their residents. Expansion of this infrastructure is expensive but greatly needed. They We asked what Government is doing to support the expansion of municipal water and waste water services in rural communities with constrained budgets and competing infrastructure needs. photo: Township of South Glengarry

Did you know that The Agape Centre will be taking over the Lotto Booth on the mall’s upper level between Laurier Optical and Charm Diamond Centre as of March 1, 2023, and as part of their program they will be installing a new façade on the Lotto Booth in the coming days.

Did you know Heritage Cornwall will be holding their 2023 Heritage Fair here at Cornwall Square on Saturday February 25th in the former Children’s Place space on the main floor of the mall. The Heritage Cornwall Fair will open at 9:30 am and welcome all visitors.

Did you know that on March 18th the Cornwall Quilting Guild will hold a display and demonstration of their talents here at Cornwall Square in Centre Court. The event will start around 9:30am and run until 3:30pm.

Did you know that We3Girls will be holding their Mega Spring Market here at Cornwall Square on Saturday March 25th on the upper level of the former Sears store building. Get ready for a fun experience.

Did you know that Majestik Communications has moved into a new store twice the size of its previous store. They are ready to meet your after-market cell phone needs.

You need to know that when you read this week’s column, I am down south enjoying sunny and warm weather with my family but be assured that the Cornwall Square team continues to work very hard at providing all of our customers with an enjoyable shopping experience on a daily basis even though at present everyone is being serenaded by the dulcet tones emanating from behind the Grey Monster. Remember noise means work taking place and work taking place means more steps closer to making the new mural façade a reality.

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

THE SQUARE IS A CHANGING! Look for a new look to the “Grey Monster” next week.

The City of Cornwall recently proclaimed March as Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month. Pictured is Mayor Justin Towndale with Mary Brink and Linda VanderSchaaf, Support Group Co-Leaders for the Cornwall Area Myleoma Support Group, on behalf of Myeloma

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We’re Hiring Employment Opportunities

most recent job postings from Cornwall employers

Volunteer to employee: what to ask yourself before making the switch

If you want your career to align with your personal va lues, you may want to earn a living with the non-profit organization you’re already committed to. However, before making the transi tion from volun employee, there are several questions you should ask yourself.

DOES THE PAY SUPPORT YOUR NEEDS?

It may be tempting to prio ritize the cause over your ma terial needs. But be realistic about your living costs and financial goals. Remember, an inadequate income may add stress to your life and diminish your capacity to serve the organization.

DO YOU HAVE THE ENERGY?

Be honest about your physical and emotional needs. A transition into paid work for a charitable organization often comes with unpaid overtime. You may be willing to give everything you have to the cause, but be sure you can maintain a healthy worklife balance.

WHAT DO YOU NOT KNOW ABOUT THE JOB?

As a volunteer, you may not be aware of the organization’s operational pain points. You needn’t be deterred from these challenges, as problem-solving can be rewarding. However, it’s important to factor the inside perspective into your decision.

DOES THE POSITION ALIGN WITH YOUR SKILLS?

When you’re a volunteer, it’s often enough to be enthusiastic. As an employee, howe -

ver, you could face pressure to perform tasks to a certain standard. Plus, you’ll likely need to uphold the organization’s obligations and meet crucial deadlines. Before accepting a paid position, be sure you

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES – TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

Temporary Truck Drivers (Plow Operators) – CUPE

(1) Temporary Truck Driver, Night Shift West Patrols (Winchester Springs/Finch)

(1) Temporary Truck Driver, Night Shift East Patrols (St. Andrews West/Green Valley)

Duration: February to Late March 2023

Schedule: 40 hours/week (four 10-hour shifts), plus potential overtime

Salary: CUPE rate $25.55/hour (plus Night Shift premium of $0.75/hour, where applicable)

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to visit our website at www.sdgcounties.ca to obtain complete position information and instructions on how to apply. Please note, we do not accept resumes.

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

have, or can learn, the necessary skills to successfully fill the role. Finally, it’s a good idea to have a frank conversation with some of the people who currently work for the organization. If there’s a gap in your skillset, check with

local colleges about strengthening your aptitude for the desired position. For more information plus additional web job postings visit Choosecornwall.ca or call 613-933-0074

Casual Support Assistants

Reporting to the District Supervisor, the Casual Support Assistant provides public service library functions on an as needed basis in the SDG Library branches.

Salary: $22.73 to $26.59 per hour

Schedule: Casual position with varying hours per week, depending on call-in.

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.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY DEPUTY CLERK

The Township of South Glengarry is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual for the position of Deputy Clerk. Reporting to the General Manager of Corporate Services/Clerk, the Deputy Clerk provides administrative support to the Clerk, CAO and Council and assumes all powers and duties of the Clerk under the Municipal Act or any other Act as necessary and/or in the absence of the General Manager of Corporate Services/Clerk.

Skills and Responsibilities:

• Completion of College Diploma or University Degree in public administration, political science or related field OR equivalent experience.

• Completion of AMCTO Municipal Administration Program (MAP) and/or the AMCTO Accredited Municipal Professional (AMP) or Certified Municipal Officer (CMO) designations considered an asset.

• Two (2) years of administrative experience, preferably within a municipal legislative services or related department.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

• Demonstrated customer service skills and the ability to deal with people in a sensitive, tactful, and diplomatic manner.

• Developed analytical, organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to meet work requirements within established timelines.

• Computer literacy and proficient in Microsoft Office applications email, etc.

• Bilingualism considered an asset.

This is a fulltime, permanent position with a salary range of $75,382 - $90,001.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume addressing their qualifications and work experiences, marked confidential, no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday February 24, 2023 to:

Cyndi DeVries H.R. Advisor, Email: cdevries@southglengarry.com

We thank all those applicants who apply and advise that acknowledgement will only be forwarded to those applicants who are invited for an interview. Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, if you require this document or any additional documents in an alternative format, please contact our office at 613-347-1166. Please know that should you require any special accommodations in order to apply for a position or interview for a position with the Township of South Glengarry, we will endeavour to make such accommodations.

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1229 DAPRAT AVE. Charming family home with double car garage located in the North End of Cornwall in a quiet, upscale family oriented neighbourhood. This home is perfect for a growing family with 3 + 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1980 sq ft. of living space. Many updates completed in the last year. $599,900 MLS®1321097

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2325 EMILY CRES, Cornwall Featuring a bright and spacious living room. Large eat in kitchen with deck access off of the dining area. 4pc bathroom with tub/shower combo. Close to many of the city amenities, recreation and transit. $369,500

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4636 LAWSON RD, South Stormont This 3 bedroom bungalow is nestled on 3.5 green acres. Not too far off the beaten path, this might be the perfect natural setting you have been waiting for. Quick commute to Cornwall and Ottawa. $560,000

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NEWLY BUILT 2 +1 BEDROOM BUNGALOW

252 GILLIS AVE, CORNWALL This beautiful home is move in ready for its first owner! Nicely finished custom cabinetry with crown mouldings and working island. Quartz counters in kitchen and bathroom. Spacious open concept layout. Quick access to many of the cities amenities. $525,000

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ALL BRICK RAISED BUNGALOW WITH IN-LAW SUITE IN SUNRISE ACRES!

1964 CONCORDE AVE, Cornwall This family friendly 3 bedroom Menard built home offers quick possession. Boasting a large entrance with coat closet and access points to the rear and attached single car garage. Shopping, recreation and other amenities nearby. $518,000

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SUNRISE ACRES

1936 CONCORDE AVE Beautiful 3 bedroom home with stone front facade, hardwood flooring, sunken family room, attached garage, fenced yard, front verandah, natural gas heat, central air, laundry upstairs, all in a great neighborhood. $539,900 MLS®1320027 PETER HICKEY 613-551-6776

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4 HUME ST. This well maintained 3 bedroom 1 bathroom home is located just 30 minutes from Ottawa in a family oriented neighbourhood with a detached garage and no rear neighbours. A great turn key opportunity for someone to get into a beautiful home with a yard. $474,900

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3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW IN MOREWOOD

17283 WHEELER RD, South Stormont Affordable self sustained living opportunity for you and your family. Bright kitchen with pine cupboards. Spacious living room with patio door access. Easy commute to Ottawa, Montreal and Cornwall. $409,000

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Open concept bung. on an oversized, fenced in lot, att. 2 car heated garage. Newly renovated bath & bdrms. Open concept living, kitchen, and dining room. Main floor laundry. Huge family room in basement. Propane water heater & furnace updated in 2020, water softener replaced in 2021, and roof in 2020. A back up generator in garage for power failures.

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Great starter home, centrally located. Large fenced in yard for the children or pets, oversized deck, original hardwood floor in the living and dining room. Has 2 possibilities for laundry in the basement or on the main floor. All appliances are included as a ready to move in bonus. Natural Gas $1358,21 Electricity $1465.88

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The Alexandria Royal Canadian Legion 423 donated $5,000.00 to HGMH Foundation which serves the Glengarry Memorial Hospital in Alexandria. Their ongoing support toward the capital campaigns in efforts and successes to provide much-needed equipment for the hospital makes a big difference for everyone in the community.

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411 MCCONNELL, main 2bdrm, no appl $1185+ util

32-B BALDWIN, upst 2bdrm, no appl $995+elect

3053 PITT #4, upst 2bdrm, $1250 Incl March

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40 ELM ST, INGLESIDE, upst 3bdrm, fully renovated, four appl. $1400+elect.

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MALE DRIVER Medical appointments to Ottawa and surrounding area. Airport drives also. Ottawa, Brockville, Kingston area. Call 613-307-1531 403862 FOR RENT 613-360-9062 44A Anthony St., Cornwall Avail. March 1st 2 bdrm apt, WD, $1275/mth+elect. 44B Anthony St., Cornwall Avail. March/April 1 bdrm apt $1000/mth 405533 Not intended to solicit properties already listed, commission is negotiable by law CALL ASSIST 2 SELL TODAY FOR YOUR SAVINGS! WOW! NEVER PAY MORE THAN 3.75% +HST. 4CornwallHomes.com PAT QUESNEL Sales Rep 613-930-5236 AMANDA BRISSON Sales Rep 613-330-5079 TRACY WHEELER Broker of Record 613-577-1948 625 Montreal Rd., Cornwall 613.932.0001 With Each Office Independently Owned & Operated 405709 THINKING ABOUT A CHANGE? WE ARE LOOKING TO ADD AN AGENT TO OUR AMAZING TEAM NORTH STORMONT MLS®1329403 $749,900. 42 Acres Off Grid Country Paradise, 2+1 beds, 1 bath LISTINGS WANTED! BUYERS WAITING! 918 SECOND STREET WEST MLS®1319080, NEW PRICE $564,900 3+1 beds, 2+1 baths LOT FOR SALE 00 MYERS ROAD, ST ANDREWS MLS®1305433, $134,900 1.032 Acres. ST. ANDREWS MLS®1326666, $110,000 MLS®1326564, $299,000 2 beds, 1 bath MLS®1328930 $499,900 4 split level, 3 beds, 2 baths, att garage 4 LEFEBVRE MLS®1326657, $349,000 2 beds, 1 bath OTTAWA MLS®1326795 $314,900 Condo, 2 beds, 1 bath OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY FEB. 19, 1-2:30 PM ST. ALBERT MLS®1325398, NEW PRICE $1,498,600 2+2 baths, 3 beds, 3+2 garages NEW LISTING 407B Pitt St., Cornwall www.exsellenceteamrealty.ca ROBERT

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ROBINSON, Euclide 1957 - 2023

After a valiant battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis & Lung Cancer, with his family by his side, it’s with great profound sadness, that we announce the passing of Euclide Robinson, on February 4th, 2023, at the Cornwall Community Hospital at the age of 65 years old. Best Friend, Soulmate and husband of 46 1/2 years to Sue (neé Brunet). Hero and devoted Father to Chantal (Travis) & Daniel (Autumn). Cherished Grandfather to Tyrone (Sarah), Tyson (Emma), Brooklyn, Jordan & Marley and proud Great-Grandfather to Riggs. Best friend and chosen Brother to Cheryl (Norm) and cherished Uncle to Norm (Chantal). Predeceased by his parents John & Laura (neé Piché) and by his sister Shirley Dupuis (2016). Left to mourn are his brothers, Armand, Gilbert, Lionel Robinson, and his sister Lucille Goulet. He will be remembered fondly by his nieces, nephews, in-laws, friends, co-workers and all that knew him throughout his career as a mechanic for 40 plus years. Family will be in attendance at LAHAIE AND SULLIVAN CORNWALL FUNERAL HOME, WEST BRANCH, 20 Seventh Street West, (613-932-8482) on Saturday February 18th from 9:00am until time of service. Memorial Mass will be held in the Chapel at 12:00 noon on Saturday February 18th, 2023.

“You left an imprint in our hearts, Forever & Always.” As expressions of sympathy, Memorial Donations to the Cancer Society, would be appreciated by the family. Messages of condolences may be left at www.lahaiesullivan.ca

CARD OF THANKS

Leona St John

Following the loss of our dear Mother, the family of the late Leona St John wish to extend our heartfelt gratitude for the many acts of kindness, prayers, words of comfort and sympathy, visits, flowers, food, Mass offerings and donations to Hospice Cornwall.

Special thanks to Elizabeth McRae, Primary Care Outreach RN, Dr. Raji Menon, the Bayshore Health Care Nursing Team and the staff at Hospice Cornwall who attended to, and treated Mom with compassion and dignity.

Thank you to Father Matthew Brunet of St. Peter’s Parish in Cornwall, Tammy McRae for the music and to the many others who helped deliver the beautiful funeral service - a truly fitting tribute to a life well lived.

To the staff at Wilson Funeral Home, thank you for the respectful attention to Mom’s last wishes.

To the many family members, friends and neighbours who travelled from near and far to be part of the celebration of life know that your attendance brought us much comfort.

Thank you to each and everyone of you who have been in our lives in some way.

We are deeply grateful for your love and support.

Why Humidity Matters – to You, and to Your Home

Tom Rand Around the Home WALKER CLIMATE CARE

When many of us think about humidity the first thing that comes to mind is a sweltering summer day above 30C. We understand that the humidity makes it feel even warmer, and that we need to take precautions to be safe. But did you know that humidity is something you should be thinking about year round, and that it can pose a threat to you and your home even in the winter?

We’ll limit our discussion here to Relative Humidity (RH) as this is the most relevant metric.

It talks about humidity levels in practical, percentage-based terms, as opposed to absolute humidity which doesn’t factor temperature into the equation.

It’s generally accepted that the ideal RH is between 40 to 60% for both health and comfort.

So, what happens when RH is too high? Like that hot summer day, when things are too humid it’s harder for your body to release moisture into the humid air. You overheat much more easily.

This is why air conditioners work to cool your home both by running refrigerant through a closed loop system to cool the air, but they also remove humidity too.

Overly humid air can also pose a health risk as it becomes an ideal breeding ground for germs and mold.

What about when the RH is too low? Especially in newer homes with tightly sealed building envelopes, having the humidity drop outside the ideal zone is a very real concern – particularly in the winter.

If you’ve noticed issues like seasonal dry skin, dry eyes, chapped lips or nosebleeds, these are signs your home’s humidity is dangerously low.

This can also damage your home. You may see cracking in your baseboards or case and cove moldings, hardwood floors, drywall joints etc.

The good news is that fixing the issue isn’t terribly difficult. Most smart thermostats today have a built-in hygrometer which will show you the RH in your home; some even show you the outdoor value.

If you want less humidity, a central air conditioner is the most common fix for the summer months. If that issue exists in the winter, central dehumidifiers also exist. If you need more humidity, you can add a bypass or a steam humidifier to your centrally-ducted home to help keep your home and its occupants comfortable, safe and healthy.

Be sure to pay attention to this important metric today if you aren’t already; it might help you solve some pesky problems you didn’t know were so easy to fix!

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Alexandria, ON L’Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital est fier d’annoncer le recrutement de deux infirmières formées à l’étranger (IFE) dans le cadre de son programme d’expérience pratique supervisée (EPS). Le programme SPE permet aux

infirmières et infirmiers formés à l’étranger d’acquérir l’expérience clinique et les connaissances nécessaires pour obtenir un permis d’exercice en Ontario.

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Reporting to the editor, the main responsibilities of the Reporter are to take photos, do interviews, write news stories for the newspaper and website and do advertorial for all our platforms, Seaway News, Cornwall Express, magazines and website. We are looking for someone available for weekend and evening coverage.

A successful candidate must have a diploma in journalism or communications or equivalent experience, knowledge of the region covered and an interest in local and regional issues; and possess excellent knowledge of the Web.

Attention to detail, adherence to deadlines and an ability to work as a part of a team is also a must. Bilingualism is an asset. Any combination of equivalent education and/or experience will be considered.

APPLY TO: Rick Shaver, General Manager/Publisher

501 Campbell Street Unit 6, Cornwall, ON K6H 6X5 613-933-0014 ext. 7226

email: rshaver@seawaynews.media

à l’HGMH

et Marjorie à l’HGMH”, a déclaré Kim Woods, vice-présidente des soins aux patients et directrice des soins infirmiers. “La pénurie de personnel infirmier dure depuis un certain temps, et cette embauche est un pas dans la bonne direction pour aider à alléger ce fardeau. Nous sommes déterminés à faire en sorte que nos participants au programme SPE bénéficient d’une expérience de soutien de haute qualité et nous espérons pouvoir les intégrer pleinement une fois qu’ils auront terminé le programme.”

De l’étranger au Canada

Claudette Pullen a été infirmière autorisée (IA) des Pays-Bas pendant huit ans avant de s’installer en Australie, où elle a travaillé comme infirmière pendant dix autres années dans le domaine de la santé communautaire. En 2018, elle a déménagé à Edmonton, en Alberta, et a travaillé comme aide-soignante dans le domaine des soins de longue durée. Elle a commencé à étudier pour obtenir sa licence d’infirmière auxiliaire autorisée et, en attendant l’approbation de l’Ordre des infirmières et infirmiers de l’Ontario, a réussi son NCLEX et les exigences du programme RN SPE. Claudette est enthousiaste à l’idée de revenir à sa passion, les soins infirmiers.

passer l’examen d’autorisation d’exercer pour devenir des infirmières autorisées en Ontario.

L’hôpital assurera une supervision étroite, un mentorat et un soutien afin que les étudiants puissent tirer le meilleur parti de leur participation au programme.

“Nous sommes ravis d’accueillir Claudette

Marjorie Cesicar a été infirmière autorisée aux Philippines pendant trois ans avant de s’installer au Canada en 2013. Alors qu’elle travaillait comme PSW dans une maison de retraite, elle a obtenu sa licence RPN, puis a déménagé au Québec et a passé le NCLEX et les exigences éducatives pour le programme RN SPE. Elle espère se rapprocher d’Alexandria et a hâte de travailler à l’HGMH une fois qu’elle aura obtenu sa licence d’infirmière autorisée.

SEAWAY ÉVÉNEMENTS COMMUNAUTAIRES

La prochaine réunion mensuelle de la CORNWALL QUILTERS GUILD aura lieu le lun. Matthews Lutheran Church, 1509 2nd St. W., à 19 heures. Thème : Round Robin #2. Renseignements : Barb 613-360-8079.

SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER : le dernier vendredi du mois. La prochaine collecte de fonds aura lieu le 24 février aux Chevaliers de Colomb, 205, rue Amelia (au rez-de-chaussée) de 11 h 30 à 13 h et de 16 h à 18 h 30.

TRI-COUNTY LITERACY Cours gratuits : Une formation de 3 semaines sur l’aménagement paysager commence le mardi 21 février. 21 février. Les cours ont lieu du lundi au jeudi, de 13 h à 15 h 30. Informations ou inscription : 613-932-7161.

ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, SOUTH LANCASTER Les services communautaires œcuméniques du Carême reprendront le mercredi des Cendres, le 22 février à midi. Le révérend Eric Page, St. Andrew’s United, Williamstown, dirigera le culte et organisera un déjeuner dans le hall.

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 FAMILY FUN DAY 20 février de 10h à 16h au 105 Legion Way, Cardinal. Concours de chili à 11 heures. Promenades en chariot tiré par des chevaux, construction de bonhomme de neige, chasse au trésor et plus e

RÉUNION DU ST. LAWRENCE

INTERNATIONAL STAMP CLUB réunion mardi 21 février de 18 h 30 à 20 h 30 (tous les trois mardis du mois). 21 février de 18 h 30 à 20 h 30 (tous les 3e mardis du mois) Bibliothèque publique de Cornwall, salle Credit Union. TRI-COUNTY LITERACY Cours gratuits : la formation de caissier commence le lundi 27 mars. 27 mars. Renseignements ou inscription : 613-932-7161.

LÉGION ROYALE CANADIENNE BR 297

LADIES AUXILIAIRES Réunion exécutive à 18h30 et assemblée générale à 19h le 1er mars 2023.

HGMH Claudette Pullen and Marjorie Cesicar.

photo: Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital HÔPITAL

Le programme d’expérience de pratique supervisée connaît un bon départ

Partir en affaires – pourquoi pas !

PROVIDED BY ACFO

Depuis deux ans, l’ACFO SDG offre de l’accompagnement et des webinaires pour initier la population francophone à l’entrepreneuriat et soutenir les entrepreneur.e.s dans le développement et la croissance de leurs entreprises. Nous avons constaté que même avec un bon plan d’affaires, plusieurs personnes ne cadrent toujours pas dans « le modèle de financement » des grandes banques. C’est pourquoi, l’ACFO SDG a proposé

à ACCAvenir de créer un nouveau fonds de microcrédit Le Franco. En collaborant à la création de ce nouveau fonds de microcrédit dans Stormont, Dundas et Glengarry, les deux organisations rallient leurs forces pour offrir de la formation, de l’accompagnement et du financement en français.

« Nous sommes ravis de ce partenariat avec ACCAvenir car ce fonds d’investissement vise à fournir des prêts aux entreprises qui ont du mal à accéder au financement

traditionnel. Le but du fonds de microcrédit Le Franco est de soutenir l’entrepreneuriat et la croissance économique en fournissant un accès à des fonds pour développer les affaires en français » de souligner Céline Baillargeon-Tardif, directrice générale de l’ACFO SDG.

Si vous démarrez ou exploitez votre entreprise, que celle-ci se développe trop rapidement ou que vous éprouvez des difficultés, dont l’accès à du financement traditionnel, le

fonds de microcrédit Le Franco pourrait sans doute répondre aux besoins uniques de votre entreprise.

Pour des renseignements additionnels : https://acfosdg.ca/projets/fonds-de-microcredit-le-franco/ (613) 933-8104

Pour remplir de formulaire de demande de prêt : https://form.jotform. com/212455597186264

Mise à jour de l’UCDSB sur le nouveau logo et Mois de l’histoire des Noirs

PROVIDED BY THE UCDSB

Nous sommes heureux de vous annoncer que l’Upper Canada District School Board a un nouveau logo !

Le logo actuel de l’UCDSB a été adopté lorsque le conseil scolaire a été fusionné il y a plus de 20 ans. Notre conseil scolaire a connu des changements importants depuis la fusion et continue d’évoluer.

L’UCDSB est une organisation axée sur les personnes, dont l’objectif est d’accueillir, d’éduquer et d’inspirer tous ceux qui franchissent ses portes. Notre mission est de préparer tous les étudiants à une vie réussie et ce logo rafraîchi ajoute de l’enthousiasme à notre mission et représente visuellement ce qui est au cœur de notre organisation.

Ce logo a été conçu à partir des commentaires du personnel, des élèves et des

parents/tuteurs. L’élément principal est toujours une feuille d’érable, mais au centre de la feuille se trouve une personne aux bras tendus qui montre son enthousiasme. À l’intérieur de la feuille, de chaque côté, se trouve une représentation subtile de livres qui représente notre dévouement à l’apprentissage. L’approche multicolore représente la diversité et notre engagement en faveur de l’équité et de l’inclusion, tandis que l’orange est un clin d’œil à notre engagement en

faveur de l’éducation autochtone.

Vous commencerez à voir ce nouveau logo intégré dans la communication de l’école, les médias sociaux et le site web de l’UCDSB ce mois-ci !

Février est le Mois de l’histoire des Noirs

Les écoles de l’UCDSB font des efforts tout au long de l’année pour célébrer les précieuses contributions de tous les Canadiens. Les communautés que nous servons sont plus diversifiées que jamais et il est très important que tous les élèves, le personnel et les familles se voient reflétés dans nos écoles et dans le programme scolaire.

Février est le Mois de l’histoire des Noirs au Canada. Nos élèves célébreront le Mois de l’histoire des Noirs de différentes manières. Voici quelques activités que vous

pouvez faire à la maison :

- Lisez des livres, des romans graphiques et des poèmes centrés sur l’histoire et la culture noires sur le site ou l’application Sora. Tous les étudiants de l’UCDSB y ont accès

- Apprenez l’histoire du Mois de l’histoire des Noirs

- regarder les histoires de Chloe Cooley, Jackie Shane, Richard Pierpoint et d’autres sur Historica Canada dans le cadre des Minutes du patrimoine.

Rappels :

- Les bulletins scolaires seront envoyés à la maison avec les élèves le ou vers le 16 février. Le nouveau logo n’y figurera pas, mais vous le verrez sur les bulletins de fin d’année!

- Le jour de la famille est le 20 février - Les écoles seront fermées ce jour-là.

Nous réduisons les délais pour les chirurgies.

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