Cornwall Seaway News February 22, 2023 Edition

Family Day Fun Time

Families from across Cornwall flocked to the Civic Complex to take part in the Kinsmen Club of Cornwall’s Family Day of Kindness on Monday, February 20th.

The day started off with a pancake breakfast in the Complex’s Salon B, served by Kinsmen Club members and youth volunteers who did a great job making sure things ran smoothly.

At 10am, families made their way to the ice for free skating. Many families and

couples enjoyed the free skate, with several children donning skates and trying the winter sport for the first time.

The fun continued in the afternoon with free swimming at the aquatic center to conclude the day’s activities.

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

Families enjoyed the fun filled day at Cornwall Civic Complex. See photo gallery on cornwallseawaynews.com. photo Krystine Therriault/Seaway News

Habitat for Humanity Hosts Coldest Night of the Year Fundraiser

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

Habitat for Humanity Cornwall & The Counties is encouraging Cornwall and area residents to team up, fundraise, and walk in the Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY). This family-friendly, winterrific fundraising walk takes place on the evening of Saturday, February 25, 2023, at the DEV Hotel and Conference Centre, located at 1950 Montreal Road.

Since 2011, the Coldest Night of the Year has raised over $57,000,000 across Canada in 166 communities. 100% of net proceeds stay local to support CNOY charity partners.

“The overall organizer for [CNOY] reached out to us back in the summer because they were looking to bring the event to the Cornwall area,” said Breckyn Caers, Community Engagement Coordinator, “Because we work with housing affordability and getting people out of the cold it was a natural fit.”

Habitat for Humanity Cornwall & The Counties has been active in the community since 1999 and are currently excited to be embarking on their very first semi-detached build. For the first time ever, they will be building two houses at once in Maxville, on land donated by the Township of North Glengarry.

This is Cornwall & The Counties’ first year taking part in the Coldest Night of the Year, with a fundraising goal of $20,000. An expected 100 walkers and 10 teams, including staff and friends of Cornwall & The Counties are expected to brave the cold

winter’s night. Community sponsors include The DEV Hotel and Conference Centre and Starbucks Cornwall.

“We are extremely grateful to the Dev for sponsoring the location. We wouldn’t be able to do it without them, really,” added Caers, “We really want to encourage people to sign up as teams or as individuals. Even if somebody can’t come out and do the walk on the 25th they can still support somebody else who is signed up or they can just collect pledges for us.”

Participants will walk a 2km or 5km route, can warm up with toasty drinks at rest stops along the way, and will be able to celebrate their efforts together at the finish line. All those who raise over $150 (or $75 for youth) will also don iconic CNOY toques as they face the cold night.

For more information, please visit: https:// cnoy.org/location/cornwall

How to downsize and declutter before moving into a retirement home

A big part of moving into a retirement home is downsizing. This involves getting rid of many of the possessions you’ve accumulated throughout your life. Here are a couple of tips for moving into a smaller space.

START EARLY

It can take a long time to sort through your belongings. Therefore, the earlier you begin, the better. It’s best to start at least three months before your move. You may want to kick things off by making a list of the items you think you absolutely must have in your new retirement residence.

TACKLE SMALL JOBS FIRST

To avoid feeling overwhelmed, declutter one room at a time and break things down into manageable tasks. For example, start by sorting through easy spaces like the kitchen pantry, bathroom and front closet. If you can, go to your new residence and plot out where things will go to visualize what you need and don’t.

As a general rule, donate, sell or throw away things you haven’t used in more than a year.

Great Day for Seniors Active Living Fair

The Seaway Senior Citizens Club hosted their Seniors Active Living Fair and let me tell you – there is never a dull moment when they host an event!

The seniors’ club, located at 506 Pitt St. in Cornwall, offers many programs to encourage seniors to live actively, both physically and mentally. Many community partners were present at the Fair to offer information, support, healthy snacks, and swag to local seniors and their families.

The event was funded by a grant from the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario (OACAO).

“The OACAO grants out money to seniors’ centers across the province of Ontario,”

shared a representative at the fair from Mississauga, “We work with the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility. This fiscal year, we provided grants for 67 fairs across the province of Ontario.”

Special highlights of the Fair included a comedy session by local comedian Mark Vincent and a gardening information Q & A with local expert gardener, Fred Deschamps. Other unique offerings were a foot health assessment clinic with Tender Foot and a session on starting a new business “after 50” with Cedar Barn Homestead of Avonmore. Mayor Justin Towndale and MPP Nolan Quinn were present at the Fair to show their support for the Seaway Senior Citizens Club and their important contributions to the community.

Once you’ve decided what you’re keeping, it’s a good idea to hire a full-service moving company to help transport and unpack your belongings in your new place.

Although difficult at first, downsizing and decluttering can make your life easier. After all, the less you have, the less you have to maintain and the more time and energy you’ll have to enjoy your retirement years.

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SeawaY communitY eventS

ST. LAWRENCE SENIORS BINGO at ANAF

Mondays and Thursdays. Doors open at 10am. Bingo starts at 12pm. Our next euchre is on Wed., March 1. Call 613-936-6060 to reserve.

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

STROKE SURVIVOR SUPPORT GROUP meet

Wednesday, March 1st at the Benson Centre (MacEwen Room) at 6:30pm. Stroke survivors and caregivers welcome. Info: Deena 613-9368784 or email: deenadufresne592@gmail.com

THE LOCAL CHAPTER OF THE ONTARIO

HEALTH COALITION is hosting a town hall zoom meeting Thurs., Feb. 23, 7-8 pm. The meeting will focus on saving public hospital and health services. Attendants must register at https://bit.ly/3Z1Z055. Info: Elaine at 613 330 3117.

INGLESIDE LONG SAULT LOST VILLAGES

LION’S CLUB. Presents Gal’s Spring Fling 2023. In Support of Community living. Entertainment, fashion show, vendors, prizes, bake sale, and light refreshments on Fri. March 24 at the South Stormont community Hall, 2 Milles Roches Rd, Long Sault from 5:30-9:pm. Tickets or info: Sharon at 613-577-0818 or Community living at 613-938-9550.

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

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER: St. Andrew’s United Church, in Williamstown is hosting on Fri., March 3 at 2 pm followed by a reception in Irvine Hall.The focus in on the country of Taiwan.

GLENGARRY HISTORY EVENT on Wed., March 1 at 7:30 pm. “The 1802 Voyage of the Neptune: Glengarry’s Hector? Mayflower?” by speaker Erin Blair. Alexandria’s Glengarry Sports Palace.Info.: rbleile@sympatico.ca or call 613 525-3806 or miloasmith@bell.net or call 613 525-0902. Visit glengarryhistory.ca

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

ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, South Lancaster Community Ecumenical Lenten Services on March 1st will be conducted by Rev. John Noordhof, Salem United Church, Summerstown and the congregation will host a luncheon in the hall in South Lancaster.

SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER: Feb. 24th at Knights of Columbus, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs) from 11:30am-1 pm and 4-6:30 pm.

CORNWALL WESLEYAN CHURCH: Sunday Morning Worship Service at 10am Konnect Kids 4-12 years Nursery Available. Midweek Bible Study Thursdays 6:30pm in person or via Zoom. For info.613-936-9166 or cornwallwesleyan@ gmail.com or www.cornwallwesleyanchurch. on.ca

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BR 297 LADIES AUXILIARY exec. meeting at 6:30 pm & general meeting at 7 pm on March 1st, 2023.

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

CLASSIC COUNTRY MUSIC DINNER & DANCE March 11 at the Lion’s Club in Bonville at 6 pm. Irish Stew, salad & dessert. Info Marland 613-936-3625.

CORNWALL & DISTRICT LABOUR

COUNCIL’S INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

DINNER is on Sun., March 5, 5pm at the Royal Canadian Legion, Cornwall. Guest speaker is Catherine McKenney of Ottawa. Info: Louise Lanctot at 613 932 1943.

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.

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.

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-for-youth/; 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

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

CORNWALL LEGION SENIORS 60 AND OVER CLUB members monthly potluck luncheon, meeting and bingo will be held on Thurs., March 2 starting at noon

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.

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.

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.

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 Sun., Feb. 26th.

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.

THE MOCCASIN RAILROAD CLUB meets at 7 pm the first Wednesday of each month except July and August, at the Centre Charles Emile Claude, 146B Chevrier Avenue, Cornwall. All modellers and rail enthusiasts welcome. Info: 613 930-5646.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

BEREAVED FAMILIES OF 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.

SEAWAY STRINGS is a group of fiddlers who meet at the Seaway Senior Citizens Club at 506 Pitt St. Info: Rick 613 932 2872.

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

SEAWAY FIBROMYALGIA GROUP. Aqua Fitness Group, Cornwall Aquatic Center every Tues. & Fri. from 12-1pm. Info: Judy 613-3300588 or Leona 613-931-2874.

Council Votes on Electronic Participation

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT

ktherriault@seawaynews.media

A motion to allow occasional electronic attendance of city council meetings was passed during the Monday February 13th meeting of Cornwall City Council by a vote of seven to three.

Proposed by councilor Sabourin and seconded by councilor McIntosh, the resolution requests that the City of Cornwall change the current procedural by-law which does not allow for electronic participation.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, electronic meetings became the norm. Electronic participation is allowed by the Ontario Municipal Act and with advancements in technology some councilors feel it is time to introduce electronic attendance as an option when they cannot attend.

“I think it’s a motion of accommodation. At the same time, it’s a step towards modernization,” said councilor Sabourin.

Ultimately councilors Hébert, Bennett, and Hollingsworth were opposed while the rest of city council voted in favor of the motion.

Councilor Hollingsworth voiced his concerns with technology after a presentation

from the Cornwall Fire Services was postponed due to technical difficulties. He also stated that he believes attending in-person is part of the job.

“The motion says, ‘on occasion’,” said Hollingsworth, “Well, how many times is on occasion? How many times does a councilor get to say, ‘Well, I’m not going to come tonight I’ll just go online.’?”

Councilor Hébert expressed concern that allowing electronic attendance when you ‘cannot’ make a council meeting would create pressure for councilors who are ill or on vacation to attend anyway.

“Missing a council meeting is not a decision I ever took lightly,” shared Mayor Towndale, who had missed the last meeting to be at the ROMA conference in Toronto, “If there are opportunities to increase participation of councilors who can’t be here for reasons like health or they are away at conferences doing city business, I think there is some value in that.”

An amendment proposed by councilor will bring further debate to the issue later, including what situations would warrant electronic participation.

Rezoning of Sacred Heart School

KRYSTINE

THERRIAULT

ktherriault@seawaynews.media

City council recently approved the rezoning of 1424 Aubin Avenue from Residential 20 to Residential 20-11.

Sacred Heart School, closed in June 2018, is being converted into a health and wellness campus offering recreation, sports, fitness, cultural space, and community support services. An office for an amateur sports or recreation organization is also allowed in the space.

The rezoning application was deferred at the July 18th, 2022, Planning Advisory & Hearing Committee (PAC) meeting due to concerns in the neighbourhood around parking, lighting, fencing, and noise on the property.

In their report to council, the Department of Planning, Development and Recreation shared that the building’s conversion requires some internal renovations and changes to the site including the reconstruction of an existing

Newspaper Digitization Project

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

MP Eric Duncan was present at the February 13th meeting of Cornwall City Council to propose including Cornwall in the SD&G Online Archives project. During his presentation, Duncan asked city council to approve $75,000 to digitize the last 35 years of the Seaway News with future plans to digitize the Standard Freeholder and Le Journal.

To date, this project has digitized and made searchable over 210,000 newspaper pages dating back to the nineteenth century, as well as over 2,000 photos of the Lost Villages. Funding from the City of Cornwall will be used to add Cornwall newspaper pages to the existing website.

“This has been exciting. It’s been a personal passion of mine as a bit of a history buff and history nerd,” said Duncan, “We were one fire away from the Winchester Press or Chesterville Record that would lose a massive amount of our community documented history. I think if we are able to proceed with this it would be a

accessibility ramp to ensure barrier-free access and an on-site parking area sufficient to avoid spill-over onto the streets.

The building owner has taken these things into account and updated the site plan to also include a consolidated entrance to the campus on Fifteenth Street, fencing off access to other entrances.

“I just have a question for Mr. Boileau. Mark, have we met all of the residents concerns that they had at the PAC meeting?” asked councillor Gardiner at the meeting.

“I believe we have. I think we’re going to continue to work with them on some of the issues they raised regarding parking and traffic,” explained Boileau, General Manager, Planning, Development and Recreation.

The Department of Infrastructure will be consulted to make sure the health and wellness campus can operate smoothly and not negatively impact area residents.

project that would benefit the City of Cornwall, many users, staff, and councils for generations to come.”

The project thus far has been funded with the support of the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry. Contributions have also been made by Dundas County Archives, Glengarry County Archives, and the Lost Villages Historical Society.

Visit www.cornwallseawaynews.com for complete story plus all other city council news.

Better Communication for Refugee Aid

At the last meeting of city council, councilor Ngoundjo proposed a resolution to request financial assistance from IRCC to support the reception program for asylum seekers in Cornwall. The resolution, passed unanimously, also proposed extending an invitation to senior officials of IRCC to meet with council regarding the lack of communication that took place between the city and IRCC on this matter.

“Based on the different experiences I’ve had with phone calls from our residents, I’m going to support this 100%,” shared councilor Gardiner, “I do not want to be a councilor who is called about a situation and have to say, ‘I don’t know.’ And that’s what the federal government has done, what this group has done – left us in the dark.”

Several councilors, including McIntosh, Good, and Bennett, noted that despite increased

pressure on local resources they haven’t heard any negative comments from citizens of Cornwall regarding the new influx of asylum seekers.

“The complete lack of knowledge of how this affects a municipality’s resources is astounding to me,” said councilor Bennett, “We need these people here, that’s not the problem. We need them; we need workers, we need good people in our community and they’re looking to fill those roles. There’s just no support for them.”

Mayor Towndale told council that after he was interviewed for CBC Morning Radio and MP Eric Duncan raised the issue in the House of Commons, IRCC did reach out by email. They planned to send their assistant deputy minister to Cornwall to discuss the matter on Friday, February 17th, however council will extend an invitation to the minister of IRCC directly to request a meeting and financial assistance.

MP Eric Duncan making a presentation to Cornwall city council members on Monday, February 13, 2023, requesting funding to expand SDG newspaper digitization project to City of Cornwall. photo Krystine Therriault/Seaway News

IRCC Chaos Further Exposes Broken Systems

Eric Duncan

3 Minutes with the MP

MP FOR STORMONT, DUNDAS & SOUTH GLENGARRY

Recent polling has revealed that 67% of Canadians feel that Canada is broken. The same poll suggested that over half who were surveyed are angry about the way our country is being managed.

Unfortunately, we can look no further than our own backyard to see the chaos that has resulted from zero leadership at Immigration, Refugees & Citizenship Canada (IRCC). After eight years, simply put: our immigration system is broken.

Two weeks ago, I released a public statement regarding the new asylum claimant processing centre in Cornwall and strongly called out the federal government on their lack of communication and consultation with local partners. I also called out their failure to provide adequate resources to support our social services, our public health services, and notfor-profit organizations who are already overstrained and understaffed.

At the conclusion of my statement, I called on Sean Fraser, the Minister of IRCC to provide local officials and community partners with a comprehensive operational plan that would ensure adequate resources from the federal

government are provided and those seeking asylum in Canada would be setup to succeed, and not to fail.

Mayor Justin Towndale and Cornwall City Council expressed frustration with the lack of communication and resources, calling on the federal government to do better.

Last week, I addressed Cornwall City Council on this issue. Despite vocal and public concerns from local officials, there is still no plan to fix this chaos and Cornwall continues to be disrespected by the federal government. Responsible leadership would have ensured that the community was consulted and that resources were put in place ahead of time. Sadly, after eight years, leadership in Ottawa is severely lacking, and Cornwall is once again left to deal with the consequences of federal mismanagement and incompetence.

We are a welcoming community and have benefitted immensely from immigration. What is happening currently in Cornwall is proof that everything feels broken. Our community and the frontline support staff who are already overwhelmed deserve better. Those wishing to come to Canada for a new start deserve better than the broken system we currently have.

To say that I am disappointed with the lack of progress on this file would be an understatement. As your Member of Parliament, you can count on me to remain vocal and outspoken until this chaos is fixed.

New Rules for Ontario Virtual Healthcare Impact Transgender Population

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT

ktherriault@seawaynews.media

Recent changes by the Ford government to billing for phone and video doctors’ appointments are disproportionately affecting transgender and gender diverse populations.

Trans men and women who live in rural areas and smaller cities like Cornwall often struggle to find doctors who will treat them. As a result, they turn to virtual services or travel to bigger cities like Ottawa and Toronto for healthcare.

“I am a transgender woman here in Cornwall and I have been under the care of the ConnectClinic in Toronto by way of virtual doctors meeting up until now. That began last February. It’s going to be a year next month since I’ve begun treatment,” Alanis, 61, told Seaway News.

Alanis’ doctor in Cornwall refused to oversee

RRCA Celebrating 50th Anniversary Raisin River Canoe Race on April 15

RRCA

The Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) is pleased to announce it will be holding its 50th anniversary Raisin River Canoe Race on Saturday, April 15.

One of the longest canoe races in eastern Ontario, the Raisin River Canoe Race attracts hundreds of participants, who paddle through a 30-kilometre racecourse from St. Andrews West in South Stormont to Williamstown in South Glengarry while being cheered on by enthusiastic shoreline supporters.

The first Raisin River Canoe Race was held in 1973. Since then, the annual RRCA event has become an immensely popular rite of spring for both residents and visitors to the area.

“We’re thrilled to be celebrating the Canoe Race’s 50th anniversary this year,” says RRCA Canoe Race Coordinator, Lissa Deslandes. “Thanks to the support from many local organizations and sponsors, as well as the Race Safety Committee, RRCA has been able to coordinate safe and successful races throughout the last five decades.”

The Canoe Race is always held during the spring melt, when water levels on the Raisin River are high and flows are favourable. A notable change this year is that the race will be taking place on a Saturday, instead of the usual Sunday.

“Contestants get a front-row seat to the beauty of the Raisin River and surrounding landscape, as the river’s racecourse meanders through agricultural lands, villages, rapids, and forests,” says Deslandes.

For paddlers looking to participate in this year’s race, a pre-registration link can be found on the RRCA’s website at rrca.on.ca. The public is encouraged to check the RRCA’s social media channels and website for upcoming event details and announcements. Businesses and organizations looking to sponsor this year’s Canoe Race can contact Lissa Deslandes at (613) 938-3611 ext. 237 or Lissa.Deslandes@rrca.on.ca. For more information visit rrca.on.ca or contact (613) 9383611 or info@rrca.on.ca.

Become a Backyard Conservation Champion

her transition, stating that it was too complicated.

RAISIN REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY

With the help of native trees, shrubs, wildflowers, habitat structures, and expert guidance, the Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) is launching a new initiative to help turn your backyard into an ecologically friendly oasis.

BY SYDNEY SMITH – CHOOSECORNWALL.CA

More than 400 youth across Cornwall, SDG and neighboring communities will come together to explore entrepreneurship at the first Youth Entrepreneurship in Action Event on March 8th.

The event will be held at Aultsville Hall will officially open the Cornwall Business Enterprise Centre’s popular Summer Company program which encourages young people to start their own business. To inspire all in attendance, local founder and author Marc Lafleur will be sharing his own entrepreneurial journey to motivate young people to launch their own business.

“There are so many talented young people in Cornwall and SDG,” says Shauna Baggs, Business Consultant with the Cornwall

ALANIS

The Seaway Valley Community Health Centre (SVCHC) has been involved in efforts to support training more local primary care providers in gender affirming care, but most are at capacity.

SVCHC is a partner on the Champlain Regional Planning Table for Gender Diverse Health, a group of community members and service providers working to improve trans, two spirit, non-binary, intersex and gender diverse health in Ottawa and the surrounding areas. Visit www.cornwallseawaynews.com for complete story.

“Collectively, smaller naturalization and habitat enhancement projects in urban and suburban settings can have a significant positive impact on biodiversity, water quality, and the overall health of the local environment,” says RRCA Project Coordinator, Caroline Doroshenko.

To participate in the RRCA’s Backyard Conservation Project and access the significant volume of free native trees, shrubs, seeds, and habitat structure kits available

Youth Entrepreneurship in Action Set for March 8

Business Enterprise Centre. “We are thrilled to be working with Marc and our community partners to further encourage youth in our community to pursue their own entrepreneurial journey, and offer the Centre’s support as they further develop their ideas.”

Marc Lafleur is an entrepreneur from Cornwall that has been recognized for his business achievement by CBC, the Globe and Mail and most notably Dragon’s Den. He took his company TRULOCAL from a start-up to an eventual successful $16.7 million acquisition — all within five years. He recently published a book on entrepreneurship entitled True Founder.

The event is the first of its kind to be held in the region and will be a great opportunity for students to learn about what it takes to become

your own boss and the time and commitment to becoming a success entrepreneur. The Cornwall Business Enterprise Centre has also partnered with the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario, St. Lawrence College, and the Eastern Ontario Training Board to encourage young people to take a closer look at entrepreneurship. Over the past decade, the Summer Company program has helped over 75 students start their own small businesses.

“Learning how to run a business is one of the best summer jobs a student can have,” says Ms. Baggs. “Summer Company participants get to be their own boss while learning what it takes to manage a business.”

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The Youth Entrepreneurship in Action Event

through the initiative, residents’ naturalization projects must be located within the RRCA’s watershed jurisdiction in Cornwall and surrounding area of SDG, and participants must attend a Backyard Conservation Workshop being offered on Thursday, February 23, 2023, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Cooper Marsh Visitors Centre. As space is limited, pre-registration is required on the RRCA website at rrca.on.ca. A map of the RRCA’s jurisdiction can also be found on the website.

The RRCA will also create a virtual Backyard Conservation Tour video series to further foster sustainable yard and shoreline design and help connect additional interested property owners with the appropriate resources from the RRCA and other partners.

For more information visit rrca.on.ca or contact (613) 938-3611 or info@rrca.on.ca.

takes place on March 8th at Aultsville Theatre from 10:00am-Noon. There is no cost to attend, however pre-registration is required as space is limited. Be sure to register early –before March 6 – to avoid disappointment!

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Eager paddlers race from St. Andrews to Williamstown during last year’s Raisin River Canoe Race. Photo courtesy of Rob Fry.

(photo: choosecornwall.ca)

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Allow me to introduce myself: my name is Lisa Blanchard, and I am a parent to a precocious 8-year-old girl. My daughter is adopted and suffered complex trauma in utero and in hospital. As a result of the trauma, my daughter’s nervous system is on guard and in “fight or flight” mode most of the time. This leads her to be sensitive to the world around her and, dare I say, a little moody. Due to these circumstances, I have read many parenting books and taken many parenting courses in order to best serve my daughter. I have even taken certification in Rhythmic Movement Training which has allowed me to assess the integration of her primitive reflexes (motor reflexes found in every newborn), and then create rhythmic movement plans to help her brain create new neural pathways that may have been deficient. Since performing the movements on a regular basis, my daughter has been able to better self-regulate, and her mood has improved. I share all of this with so you can understand my desire to learn as much as I can so I can be an informed parent for my daughter!

Since learning all these wonderful things, I thought it would be nice to share all the

information I learned to be a better parent. As a result, we have created “The Friendly Parent” Column. Each month, I will share some little tip, idea, or info with you so you can be informed too. Please reach out if you have questions and I would be glad to share my insight with you. I can be reached at lisabrmt@outlook.com. You can also follow me on Facebook, Instagram and on the web at brainarchitects.ca.

Today’s insight is about our children’s hardwired need for 1. Attention and 2. Power. These two buckets need to be filled every day. If not, they will resort to negative behaviours to get it. By mindfully paying attention to our child by playing a game with them, playing a sport, making a craft, etc., our child feels important and knows that they are loved. The second bucket that needs to be filled on a daily basis is the Power bucket. Our children need to feel like they have some control over their world. If they feel powerless, they will attempt to gain control in three ways: at mealtime, at bedtime and potty time. The best way to give power to our children is to give them choices. For example: do you want to wear this shirt or this one? So, by filling up these two buckets daily, we create an environment at home that our child will succeed in and be able to make good choices.

Look out for next month’s column, in which I discuss consequences!!

EOHU Statement on Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health

EASTERN ONTARIO HEALTH UNIT

The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) recently released Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health. The guidance provides updated and science-based information about the risks associated with alcohol consumption and encourages individuals to make informed decisions about its use.

The new research that the guidelines are based on highlights that there are substantial benefits to limiting one’s alcohol intake. Doing so can reduce one’s risk of developing multiple types of cancer, cardiovascular diseases, liver disease, and other harms associated with alcohol use.

According to the new guidance, an individual’s level of risk depends on how much alco-

Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Avocado Garlic Aioli

Jennifer Desnoyers Simply Unwrapped

SIMPLY JENNIFER

My family and I love potatoes. We are fans of potato wedges, roasted potatoes, French fries, mashed and yes chips. However, these crispy smashed potatoes might just be my favorite potatoes yet. I definitely should make them more often. They have glorious crispy skins, comforting creamy middles, and served with a savory avocado aioli. You decide for drizzle or dipping. A delicious snack, side or main. Try swapping out your corn chips for these in your next nacho night!

Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Avocado

Garlic Aioli

For the potatoes:

❤ 2 to 2 ½ pounds Yukon gold (or any potato you prefer, red is nice too)

❤ 2 to 3 tbsp. coconut oil (or extra-virgin olive oil)

❤ Sea salt and freshly ground pepper, for seasoning

❤ Garlic powder or granules, for sprinkling on top

❤ 1/3 to ½ cup fresh dill, minced

For the Avocado Garlic Aioli:

❤ 1 large avocado, halved and pitted

❤ 1 large or 2 small cloves of garlic

❤ ½ tbsp. fresh lemon juice, or more to taste

hol they consume per week:

• 0 drinks per week = No risk

• 1 to 2 standard drinks per week

= Low risk

• 3 to 6 standard drinks per week

= Moderate risk

• 7 or more standard drinks per week

= Increasingly high risk

While limiting consumption to 2 standard drinks or fewer per week can help avoid negative consequences, the guidance recommends that individuals count how many drinks they have in a week and gradually decrease their weekly intake. When pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or breastfeeding, no amount of alcohol is safe.

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❤ ¼ soy-free veganaise (optional) fat of coconut milk whipped provides the same

❤ Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 450F. Rinse and scrub potatoes prior to boiling. Add potatoes into a large pot and cover with water (do not peel the potatoes). Turn the heat to high. When the water starts to boil, reduce heat slightly, and simmer the potatoes uncovered for about 20 minutes, or until fork tender. Drain the potatoes and allow cooling for about 5 minutes or so. Place the potatoes on a large, lightly greased baking sheet. (Skip the parchment paper for this recipe, as an oiled baking sheet will produce crispier potatoes.) With the base of a mug or measuring cup, “smash” (press down on), and each potato until each is flattened. Some potatoes might break apart a little, but this is totally fine!

Drizzle each potato with about 1 tsp. oil and sprinkle on a generous amount of salt, pepper and garlic powder. Roast the potatoes in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes until crispy, golden brown. Meanwhile, prepare the avocado garlic aioli; add garlic and remaining ingredients into the blender. Process until smooth. Scraping down the sides as needed. Remove potatoes from the oven, sprinkle each with fresh dill, and serve immediately with avocado aioli (piped or dolloped on)… Voila!

United Way Last Resort Program Funded

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

During the pandemic, United Way and Social Development Council of Cornwall & Area created the Regional Emergency & Strategic Response Council (RESRC), a collective of approximately 20 different local leaders (including representatives from the hospital, police, OPP, and school boards) who work together to address the most pressing needs in the communities of SDG, Cornwall, and Akwesasne.

“Over the pandemic, there was lots of job loss and lots of people being thrust into poverty in ways we had never seen before, particularly for the working poor. We realized that the social nets that are in place within our

government have massive gaps within them,” explained Juliette Labossière, Executive Director of United Way Centraide of S.D. & G. That’s where the Last Resort Program was born. “We as a collaborative, completely mapped out the social networks that exist to assist people when they live a one-time crisis in their life and created a program that is exactly what it is called – a last resort,” said Labossière.

The Last Resort Program originally received $160,000 in funding donated by two philanthropic families who wanted to work with United Way to find a solution to our local housing crisis.

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Rides to border big biz for NY Cabbies

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Taxi drivers in Plattsburgh, N.Y. are cashing in on the steady wave of displaced humanity that arrives twice a day – 2:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. - at the local Greyhound Bus terminal.

The asylum seekers come from New York City, most with tickets paid for by that city and a national charity.

The fare for the 30-minute ride to the Roxham Road border crossing – that leads into Quebec from New York State – is $70 for a single person and $90 for a family. Cash in U.S. dollars, of course. Five single fares twice a day gives the cabbie $700 for the day, assuming he doesn’t take local calls between trips.

The passengers carry everything they own in back packs and well-travelled suitcases.

There is no shortage of passengers. Most on the buses arriving from New York City are desperate asylum seekers headed to Canada, people like Mohammad Sadeq Naimee who is fluent in English and appeared to be in his 30s. He told Global TV that he has been on the move since fleeing Afghanistan several years ago. He took refuge in Pakistan before making the long journey that took him through Central America, into Texas and New York City. And finally Canada.

According to statistics released by the Canadian government, the number of asylum seekers is exploding. Last year, 39,000 crossed into Quebec. In 2021 the number was 4,095. Two weekends ago, almost 400 were intercepted/welcomed by RCMP at the Quebec-New York State unofficial border crossing which now has an RCMP detachment and “temporary” immigration office to deal with the crush.

Most of the new arrivals are being bused to Ontario from Quebec, which says it no longer has the resources to house new arrivals. Cornwall has become one of the new destinations, as has Niagara Falls where the number of asylum seekers is said to be around 1,000.

With the spring and warmer weather on the horizon, officials expect even more asylum seekers to make the crossing.

With National Hockey League president Clarence Campbell and legendary Montreal Canadiens general manager Frank Selke Sr. looking on, Cornwall recreation director Bob Turner called it the “happiest day of my life.”

On Feb. 20, 1960 Turner, who was hired as Cornwall’s first full-time recreation director two years earlier, was presented with a plaque in recognition of his huge contribution to the community.

The award was presented at the annual Cornwall Minor Hockey Association banquet at Cornwall Armoury.

Turner, at the time Canada’s lone Black recreation director, told the 1,500 at the banquet that the honour was bigger than when he broke into the Negro Pro Baseball League and bigger than his first game in the Majors with Chicago White Sox.

In his short time in Cornwall, the city’s recreation program grew from 3,000 to 9,000 participants.

Both Campbell and Selke praised Turner’s work with the city’s youth.

Turner supporter and close friend Lutt Bergeron Sr., who served as master of ceremonies, said Turner deserved all of the credit for the successful recreation program, deemed one of the finest in the country.

When Bergeron announced that the minor hockey association planned to take 10 minor players to a Canadiens game, Selke interrupted him.

“Bring a busload ... and I’ll make sure you have all the tickets you need,” said the Habs GM.

“You’re on,” laughed Bergeron.

Tragically, on April 23, 1962 the father of Cornwall’s recreation program died in hospital after his heart stopped during a routine operation. He was just 35.

Turner had become one of the city’s most popular personalities.

In an egregious piece of news judgment, the Standard-Freeholder played down his death and the funeral two days later. Both 450 word stories carried a mundane two-column headline below the fold on the local page. Stories that got bigger play included the Easter Seal campaign hitting its target, the transfer of an RCMP sergeant, plans for the upcoming Red Feather campaign, the Howard Smith Paper Mill long-service dinner and three grass fires.

ALSO IN FEBRUARY 1960 – Queen Elizabeth defeated St. Lawrence High School 43-36 to claim the EOSSA basketball title. Bob Piteau led the Saints with 13 points. ... Jim McDonald won the Cornwall Junior Hockey League scoring title. Other regular season award winners were Hugh Hardy, top rookie; Bis Bissonnette , top goaltender; Lionel Gosselin, most valuable player; Rollie Allard, top defenceman; Moe Lemieux, most gentlemanly player. ... Seaway Authority operations and maintenance employees were given a 14-cent-an-hour pay increase. It brought the base rate up to $1.62 an hour. ... Bell Telephone planned to have direct long distance dialing in place by June. It would be available to both private and party line customers.

... The Ontario Department of Highways said it planned to replace the old steel bridge at Grey’s Creek within two years. The bridge had been called a “death trap.” ... CJSS TV 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.

Saturday afternoon dance party was popular among city teenagers. ... Consumers were warned that a shortage of egg-producing chickens was expected to drive up the price of eggs to 30 cents a dozen by the summer. ... The three empty Canadian Cottons buildings in the city were purchased by Cornwall Industrial Development Limited. The group made up of local shareholders was formed to buy the buildings and lease or sell the space to small industries. CIDL president Ralph Whitehead said by 1970 there could be more than 2,400

people working in the buildings.

TRIVIA The two-storey brick house on the northwest corner of Fourth Street East, across from Cornwall Collegiate, is historical because it was once the Cornwall Grammar School operated by Rev. John Strachan in the late 1880s. True or false?

TRIVIA ANSWER Aunt Bee was a character in the Andy Griffith Show.

QUOTED - “Great leaders hire outstanding people, train them well, inspire them and then get out of their way.” - Frank Sonnenberg

Don’t Forget Step One!

Nick Wolochatiuk

DANCES WITH WORDS

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What does a knight in armour, a deep sea diver, an astronaut, a kindergarten child and a Canadian homeowner have in common?

I’ve never been readied for a medieval joust, done any diving deeper than the warranty on my wrist watch or been suited-up for a space walk. However, I do have vivid memories of getting whole kindergarten classes ready for a December recess. Still fresh in my memory is the challenge of getting garbed for taking my snowblower for a walk up and down the driveway.

There’s a sequence of steps to be followed. Not just for snowblowing, but for all five of the above. Step two: remove shoes, socks, jeans, shirt. Woollen socks are de rigueur. Cotton jeans may be cool, but they’re too cool. A jersey, T-shirt and warm pants are much better than cotton ones. Step three: don nylon coveralls. Step four: a parka with a hood. Step five: a ball cap over noise-cancelling ear guards.

Step six: here’s where help is appreciated. Have the lady of the house slip the hood over the headgear. Step seven: have her pull the mittens over my hands, then the parka’s cuffs over

READY – Not for a lift-off with NASA, nor a dive with Cousteau. Just ready for another “Dances With Snow”. (Photo by Juliet Gill)

the mitts. Her help is needed for step eight: shoehorn my feet into the fleece-lined Sorels and do up the laces. Step nine: the cuffs of the nylon pant legs are pulled down, over the cuffs of the boots to prevent snow infiltration.

Oops! Step ten? Hold on! We forgot step one: a trip to the bathroom before the other nine. Trudging outside at -15 C with an aching bladder sure is a no-no!

DANCING WITH THE CCH STARS

Meet (and pledge!) Joy Cella, Dr. Leslie Stephens, Amie McCosham, and Kathleen Jack!

SPONSORED BY BDO

What we do at CCH:

Team: The OR is like a dance – we all have our own steps! And none of it works unless everyone is in synch.

See what we did there?

Together, our team has 48 years of experience at serving patients at CCH. We work as a team in and out of the OR.

We service every department. Breast cancer, colon cancer, gallbladders, scopes, appendix, hernias, wound care – we see it all. We try to make surgery as pleasant and positive as possible for the patients who come through our department.

We strive for upbeat, compassionate, professional care.

The Medical Staff Office works with the Chief of Staff and all the physicians at CCH. So, that means Joy does all the OR scheduling for our surgeons as well as on-call scheduling, departmental and committee meetings. Joy gets people like us where we need to be.

A little about us:

Dr. Stephens: Growing up, I loved learning about science in school. I knew I wanted to work with my hands, help people, and work on a team, saving patient lives. My grandmother was from Alexandria. I often think that Nana would be so proud of me, knowing I’m working at CCH.

Amie: I grew up in this community and have raised my children here. Many years ago, I highland danced competitively. My mom and often my grandmother attended my competitions and I look forward to having them cheer us on at this one!

Kathleen: We’re Scottish and proud! And we’re ready to dance!

Joy: I did my Coop placement at CCH when I was 17. CCH is like home to me. I love working with and supporting our physicians behind the scenes.

Why we’re dancing for CCH:

Amie: Participating in this fundraiser gives us the opportunity to work together and support our hospital in a fun way.

Dr. Stephens: Coming from elsewhere, but living here now, I’ve found this community to be so kind. We truly provide excellent service here at CCH, and I wish people knew how well this hospital runs. There are few things we can’t offer in Cornwall now. We provide high-level, complex surgical care, and we want to save people from travelling elsewhere – especially when they’re sick. We’re proud to be Team CCH.

Kathleen: There’s nothing more I love then helping others! It’s important to do our part to help the little ones in our community. Every little bit counts and we can have a little fun along the way!

Joy: Part of my job is physician recruiting. Having new equipment available to physicians is an important aspect of attracting new medical talent to CCH. When I heard

about Dancing with the CCH Stars, I was excited to put my step dancing shoes back on for a good cause.

Don’t forget, we’re ready to win, too!

Our project:

We’re fundraising and dancing to win $50,000 in equipment upgrades supporting Women & Children’s Health at CCH.

• A new neonatal SIPAP machine is required to support babies in crisis at CCH’s birthing unit who must be transferred to the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario.

• A neonatal SIPAP provides ventilation for babies in distress to help them breathe and keep their vital signs intact.

Everyone on our team is a mother. We’ve had our babies at CCH. Working in the OR we’re involved in emergency c-sections where babies need help to stabilize before we send them on to CHEO.

It’s important for us to support our OB program and help local mothers like us continue to access care.

Please consider pledging us and our efforts to support local healthcare. CCHF will provide an official charitable receipt for any donation over $20 that contributes to our fundraising.

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JOY CELLA, AMIE MCCOSHAM, KATHLEEN JACK, AND DR. LESLIE STEPHENS

I’m just wondering if the city is going to plow the roadway at Guindon Park at Floral Drive, the roadway on the south side. They want people to go outside but then they close the gates & the washrooms.

What a great way for the Cornwall Public Library to pique interest of our young in reading! They have taken time to wrap books -each with enough age and interest informationwith the idea of having a blind date with a book. Excellent! My 8 year old is so excited to open her blind date book! Thank you.

JOKE OF THE WEEK

It was two o’clock in the morning and a hus band and wife were sleeping when suddenly the phone rang. The husband picked up the phone and said, “Hello? (paused for a few seconds) How the heck do I know? What am I, the weather man?” and slams the phone down. His wife rolls over and asks, “Who was that?” The husband replies, “I don’t know. Some guy who wanted to know if the coast was clear tonight.”

Irene Cameron is honoured to announce that at the Re/Max Affiliates award banquet this past weekend she received The Titan’s Award, and the Top Individual Salesperson, Small Market Office award for her sales performance in 2022. These awards would not have been possible without her amazing clients. “Thank you all for your unwavering support and trust in me. I am grateful to have had the privilege of working with so many wonderful people. I would also like to thank Bruce, Matthew, Tammy, Kelly, and Louise, whose support contributed to the success of 2022. Thank you.” Submitted photo

What a shame the Used Furniture Store on Montreal Road is closing. I wish they could have given it more time to succeed. We are creatures of habit and it took me a year to finally get there - habit meant it took me that long to get there rather than just to the source stores for the goods - Agape & Salvation Army. We have recently purchased fantastic items for our kids who are starting out and need things that are affordable. I understand the economics of lease costs and sales - but sad to see it go. Clean and well laid out. Thank you for trying. Thanks to all who donate good furniture rather than sending to the landfill or selling online!

Leo Doucet NEWS FROM THE SQUARE

Did you know that, Cornwall Square and WBG have expanded their social media presence as well as updating the Cornwall Square website more frequently as changes occur and events announcements can be made.

Did you know that if you follow the path down the left side of the Grey Monster you will find the smiling and welcoming faces of the Tim Hortons team eagerly waiting to serve you. Do not be afraid to venture down the corridor past the Bell Word store as there are a ton of goodies awaiting those who venture down the Tim Hortons road.

Did you know that the Food Court renovation contractors have removed miles of old and redundant wiring from the ceiling of the previous Food Court seating area. From electrical wiring to cable TV wires, to speaker wires to even redundant Fibre Optic wiring meandering to a former tenant’s space.

Just a reminder that Heritage Cornwall will be holding their 2023 Heritage Fair here at Cornwall Square this 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 come and look at our City’s history.

Did you know that tomorrow Bayshore

their monthly Information Day from 9:00 am to 4:00pm in the mall’s East Court in front of Shoppers Drug Mart and Dollarama.

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 the Easter Bunny will make a return visit to Cornwall Square during selected days from April 1st to April 8th. Come and visit the Bunny Garden and meet the furry critter. More details to come in the next few weeks. If you are looking for the smaller and authentic version of the EB, check out GVEAH Pet store and Jacob will be glad to introduce you to his bunny menagerie and assist you if you decide to take one of the cuddly cuties home.

You need to know that this is week 2 of my sitting by the beach and the pool, enjoying great refreshments and sharing quality time with my family in shorts and flip flops. Shorts and sandals feel a lot more comfortable than boots and a parka, but all good things come to an end. Just a few more days of R & R and then, back to that dreaded 6 letter word “winter”. I am sure the Cornwall Square team continues to make your indoor shopping experience at The Square an enjoyable shopping.

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

Highschool Curling Champs off to EOSSAA

Silver - Holy Trinity

Bronze - St. Joes

Women’s

On February 14, 2023, the Cornwall Curling Club welcomed 17 teams from 9 Cornwall and SDG high schools to compete in a EOSSAA qualifying tournament.

“Curling is a big sport in SDG but it’s not a well-known sport,” said Nigel Carlisle, CCVS Coach and convenor for SDG, “For these teams, a lot of them it’s their first time ever trying the sport or coming out. A lot of newbies, but we’re hoping to build a program for all of our local curling clubs to get more youth involved in the sport.”

Each team played at least two games during the one-day event, which ran from 8:30am to 4pm. The top four teams advanced to finals which took place at 2:45pm. The results were:

Men’s

Gold - Glengarry District (moving on to EOSSAA in March in Kingston)

Gold - St. Joes (moving on to EOSSAA in March in Kingston)

Silver - North Dundas

Bronze - Saint Lawrence District High School

Mixed Gold - Heritage (moving on to EOSSAA in March in Kingston)

Silver - Holy Trinity

Bronze - Seaway

“We’re happy to see teams back on the ice and having a great day. We also want to say thanks to the Cornwall Curling Club for hosting and donating lunch for all the kids,” Carlisle told Seaway News.

In March, the teams who won gold at this Cornwall tournament will move onto EOSSAA in Kingston – Men’s: Glengarry District, Women’s: St. Joes, and Mixed: Heritage.

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We’re Hiring Employment Opportunities

most recent job postings from Cornwall employers

4 tech jobs you may not know exist

Though you may think you have no skills to offer the technology sector, this industry provides opportunities for people of diverse interests and talents. Take a look at these surprising jobs in tech.

1. CHIEF LISTENING OFFICER Social media posts are a critical marketing tool for most businesses. But equally important is to have someone pay attention to what others are posting about your business. The chief listening officer monitors this online engagement and shares the information with the relevant individuals within the organization. This way the company can respond and take the appropriate action to protect their brand image.

2. DRONE FLYER Take to the skies with a drone while keeping your feet firmly planted on the ground. The marketing and film industries both need a variety of drone shots. Agriculture is

another area where drone footage can be a valuable resource.

3. VIDEO GAME TESTER Video game makers need to be sure their investment will be a hit with consumers. If you’re searching for this job in employment listings, try the more professional title, “software quality assurance engineer.”

4. WHITE HAT HACKER Crucial players in the field of cyber security, white hat hackers are hired to play the bad guy. Sometimes called ethical hackers, these professionals hack into secure systems so vulnerabilities can be eliminated before criminals can find them.

To find out more about technology jobs and fill in any gaps in your skillset, visit a college in your area.

For more information plus additional web job postings visit choosecornwall.ca or call 613-933-0074

Eastern Ontario Receives Over $16.5 Million in FedDev Funding

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), along with Francis Drouin, Member of Parliament for Glengarry–Prescott–Russell, announced funding of more than $16.5 million towards the growth of Eastern Ontario’s economy, with support for three manufacturers and 27 tourism and community projects.

These projects will help local businesses to scale up, create and rejuvenate community spaces, and enhance tourism attractions to welcome more visitors, create over 150 jobs, and build stronger, more vibrant communities. Local manufacturer, Fieldless Farms, will receive $2.5 million from the Jobs and Growth

Fund (JGF) to, “Support the company’s growth and diversification plans through the deployment of a world-leading produce-growing system and the development of a fully automated in-house processing and packaging line for the production of environmentally sustainable, high-quality, domestic leafy-green food products.” Fieldless Farms grows produce indoors, year-round using a method called Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA).

Other notable investments for Cornwall and SDG include $495,000 from the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) to the Corporation of the City of Cornwall to upgrade and extend recreation path lighting in Lamoureux Park and expand the multi-use recreational path in Cornwall.

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STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Summer Reading Club and Outreach Facilitator

Summer Reading Club and Outreach Facilitators will help with the implementation of the TD Summer Reading Club program at SDG Library. This will include the preparation of marketing materials; the organization of weekly programs; and outreach activities to the community.

Duration: May to August 2023 for an approximate 4-month term 2023 Salary: $17.00 per hour (35 hours per week)

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 being 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 ROADS MANAGER

The Township of South Glengarry has an exciting new career opportunity for a self-motivated individual. Reporting directly to the General Manager of Infrastructure – the Roads Manager will be responsible for the management, administration and delivery of all municipal infrastructure programs and services in order to ensure that residents receive effective and appropriate services.

This is a full-time non-unionized position offering an attractive compensation and benefits package and an excellent working environment.

The successful candidate will have the following experience and preferred qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of applicable Township bylaws and procedures, bridge & road maintenance, construction and repair, landfill operations, heavy equipment operations.

• Minimum of five (5) years related experience in a municipal setting dealing with the day-to-day operations including scheduling of road maintenance, project management, team leadership skills, management and effective public relations skills.

• Possess a Certified Road Supervisor designation through the Association of Ontario Road Superintendents and/or have a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) designation.

• Certification as a SWANA Canadian Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO).

• Understanding of general mechanical and construction terms and directions.

• Ability to meet work requirements within established timelines, deadlines and financial constraints.

• Must have excellent communications skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Must be computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Suite of Products, particularly Word and Excel.

• Maintain a valid Ontario Class G Drivers’ License and a clean driver’s abstract.

• Experience in GIS based vehicle technology (tracking)

• Fluency in both official languages – French and English would be considered an asset.

Qualified and interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume via email to: Cyndi DeVries, Human Resources Advisor cdevries@southglengarry.com no later than Friday March 3, 2023 4:00pm.

Please indicate Roads Manager in the subject line.

A complete job description can be found on the Township of South Glengarry website.

In accordance with the “Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act”, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.

Accommodations of persons with disabilities are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance to the Human Resources Advisor, or designate. We thank all applicants and advise that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

TAKE A TO YOURSELF MOMENT

HOROSCOPE

ARIES: and financial independence. You may be allowed to travel more often with work. Watch your speed behind the wheel this week.

TAURUS: ideas this week. You may constan plans based on your mood, irritating those around you.

GEMINI:

you’re feeling bogged down, have a second cup of coffee to regain your energy and boost your pro ductivity.

CANCER: After going through a period of intense stress, it’s time to take a step back and rest. Once rejuvenated, you’ll experience a new beginning.

LEO: You’ll put in many extra hours at work. You’ll also find time to re lax and have fun with your family and friends by participating in fun activities.

VIRGO: You’ll be on cloud nine while on a trip or romantic getaway. You’ll consider the idea of living abroad or going on an expedition.

CAPRICORN: You’ll stand out in your circle of friends and colleagues. Those around you will offer you a helping hand as you undergo a personal transformation.

AQUARIUS: With many people on spring break, you could have guests over who could behave poorly and make you pick up after them. Hopefully, you’ll manage to have some fun.

PISCES: Your first idea is the right one. Don’t be fooled by people who don’t know you; trust yourself. A protective family member could slow you down.

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JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

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EmploymEnt and training 600 to 799 100 to 299 rEal EstatE 300 to 399 marchandisE 400 to 599 sErvicEs 900 to 999 vEhiclEs 800 to 899 spEcial EvEnts

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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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WELL MAINTAINED SEMI DETACHED HOME IN A DESIRABLE AREA.

2327 EMILY CRES, Cornwall Featuring a bright and spacious living room and 3 main floor bedrooms. Large eat in kitchen with deck access off of the dining area. 4pc bathroom with tub/shower combo. Partially fenced yard and paved driveway. $359,500

MLS®1327417

JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

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1707 DONALD AVE, CORNWALL This 3 level townhome features an attached garage ,main floor 2pc bath/laundry, spacious eat in kitchen, bright living room, three 3rd floor bedrooms with ample closet space and a 4pc bathroom with tub/shower. Close to many city amenities, parks and schools. $295,000 MLS®1324033

JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

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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

MLS®1327576

JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

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789 CHAMPLAIN DR, Cornwall This stylish side split is located in a mature and family friendly neighbourhood. Boasting a spacious living room. Close to shopping, schools and other amenities.

$474,000 MLS®1328129

JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

Beautiful semi detached home in a desirable area.

694 HAMILTON CRES #A, Cornwall This 2 + 1 well maintained home boasts a functional layout and many recent updates. Move in ready! Close to many city amenities, shopping and schools. $445,000 MLS®1328472

JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

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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 MLS®1327400

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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125 MARLBOROUGH, fully renovated main 2bdrm, no appl, no parking $1200+gas/elect.

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

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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 country. Local leadership around Cornwall and SDG have been vocal and working towards a positive resolution for everyone.

This has been a challenging topic of discussion for several months now. We will continue to help navigate the asylum claimants and to try and find solutions so that they may gain success here in Cornwall and SD&G.

I had an opportunity to have a tour of the operations of the Asylum processing centre and the good work of ACFO at the Dev Centre. Since then, ACFO has lost their contract providing those services and asylum claimants have been vocal about the change that has occurred. Dev Centre has been working on the change and are working hard to accommodate it.

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 School Board and Dev centre are to be commended in their efforts to meet the needs of the children. I have heard firsthand about the success. I will continue to collaborate with the Upper Canada Board and the Dev Centre in an effort to make the asylum claimants feel supported and welcome.

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 Training Board will continue their ongoing efforts to help meet the needs of the newcomers.

Senator Bernadette Clement has reached out to my office and has shared her thoughts. We will meet in the coming days to discuss solutions.

The encouraging action that local leaders and stakeholders in our community have been taking to help the newcomers gain success in our country is what the fabric of our community made of.

We will continue in the future to collaborate and work together but with that we need more open and consistent dialog from IRCC and the Federal Government.

Mayor Towndale of the city of Cornwall, MP Duncan and I have all been involved in our own ways to work to help overcome the challenges in order to support the newcomers

and protect the resources we all rely on here in our community.

ALL stakeholders need to be part of the communication with IRCC, not just who a select few. Success will come from open dialogue and collaboration with all local leaders!

2020 Poulin Ave., Cornwall

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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In Loving Memory

It has been two very sad years since you left us. But we realize that those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near. So loved, so missed, so very dear.

Greatly missed by Joyce (wife), his children Mervyn, Marilyn, Jacqueline and Dean, (spouses), Grand and Great Grandkids.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of William (Bill) Haines on Sunday, February 5th, 2023 in Cornwall, Ontario at the age of 73 years. Beloved partner of John Delanty. Cherished by Kimberley Curran. Brother to David Haines and Uncle to his children. Best Friends of Campbell Oliver, Claudia Hannah, Sue and Adrien Van Riel. Bill will be greatly missed by many friends and all who knew him. He is predeceased by his parents, William Haines and Elizabeth Haines (nee Costello). The family would like to thank the staff at St. Joseph’s Continuing Care Centre for the wonderful and loving care given to Bill during his stay with them. As per Bill’s wishes cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass will take place on Friday, February 24, 2023 in St. Columban’s Church at 11:00 am. The family will be in attendance as of 10:00 am on Friday. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Wilson Funeral Home, 822 Pitt Street, Cornwall, ON (613-938-3888). As expressions of sympathy in Bill’s memory, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Society, Cornwall, Ontario.Online messages of condolences may be made in the obituary section of www.wilsonfuneralhome.ca

Lefebvre, Simone (nee Clermont) passed away one month shy of her 91st birthday peacefully with her husband of 69 years by her side on Sunday, February 12th, 2023 at the Glen Stor Dun Lodge. Beloved wife of Alphonse Lefebvre. Loving mother of Robert (Cathy) and Blaine (Kim). Cherished Granny/Great Granny to Brandon, Cyle (Cassandra) Ryan, Elliot and Lincoln. Survived by her sisters Jay Zeran, Paulette Clermont (Claude) and Linda Clermont-Munro and her brother Maurice Clermont. She was a dearly loved Aunt of many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Rosalie and Victor Clermont and 5 siblings Raymond, Paul, Ronald, Richard and Eileen. Cremation has taken place. As per her wishes there will be no services. Funeral arrangements under the care and direction of Wilson Funeral Home, 822 Pitt Street, Cornwall, ON (613-938-3888). If so desired, contributions in her memory to the Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated by the family. Online messages of condolence may be made in the obituary section of: www.wilsonfuneralhome.ca

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dorothy Theresa Snetsinger (nee Ostler) on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 in Cornwall at the age of 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Austin Snetsinger (1994). Loving mother of David “Dave” Snetsinger (Leanne) of Cornwall. Dorothy will be missed by her sister Keitha Smith (late Garry), many nieces, nephews and friends. Predeceased by her parents Albert & Ruby Ostler (nee Price), her brother Doug Ostler (late Alice), her sisters Lera Chadwick (late Ernie), Edna Graham (late Alec) and Muriel Contant (late Euclide). Resting at Wilson’s Funeral Home, 822 Pitt Street, Cornwall, ON (613-938-3888) on Wednesday, February 22nd from 2 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 9 pm. and Thursday February 23rd from 11:30 to 12:30. A Funeral Service will be held at St. John’s Presbyterian Church, Cornwall on Thursday, February 23rd, at 1 pm. Donation in Dorothy’s memory can be made to the Cornwall Community Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Online messages of condolence may be made in the obituary section of: www.wilsonfuneralhome.ca

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CENTRE MOI J’APPRENDS, CORNWALL

Le Centre Moi j’apprends est fier de s’associer au Conseil économique et social d’Ottawa Carleton (CÉSOC) dans le cadre du projet pilote Stratégie emploi et compétences jeunesse (SECJ) à l’intention des jeunes immigrants et immigrantes qui ont entre 15 et 30 ans et qui vivent dans la région de Cornwall.

Le projet lancé par le CÉSOC à l’été 2022 a pour objectif « d’accueillir les jeunes nouveaux arrivants francophones, plus exactement les jeunes immigrants et immigrantes du Programme d’aide à la réinstallation, et de les soutenir dans leur cheminement pour une intégration socioéconomique réussie en Ontario. »

Le programme SECJ est dirigé par Emploi et Développement Social Canada et « il vise à:

• aider les jeunes à s’orienter dans le marché du travail et à obtenir un emploi durable ;

• aider les jeunes à s’orienter vers les

études de leur choix ;

• aider les jeunes à s’orienter vers une formation professionnelle de leur choix. »

Le Centre Moi j’apprends, un des partenaires du projet, a offert des ateliers de français et d’informatique à plus de 30 participants depuis l’été dernier.

Certains des participants viennent à peine d’arriver au Canada et n’ont aucune expérience avec les ordinateurs. Lorsqu’ils terminent leurs ateliers d’informatique dans le cadre du projet, plusieurs reviennent au Centre pour poursuivre leur apprentissage.

« Nous sommes heureux de contribuer à développer leur curiosité face au numérique. » déclare la directrice du Centre Moi j’apprends, madame Sylvie Leclair. Les compétences numériques sont une des compétences identifiées dans le nouveau modèle des Compétences pour réussir d’Emploi et Développement social Canada. Elles font partie des compétences nécessaires pour travailler, apprendre et mieux vivre.

Aidez la South Dundas Historical Society à gagner le prochain Great Save !

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

Ce n’est pas un secret que les Comtés Unis de SDG sont imprégnés d’une riche histoire. À l’heure actuelle, la South Dundas Historical Society (SDHS) a besoin de votre aide pour préserver une partie de cette histoire : la Forward House d’Iroquois, vieille de plus de 200 ans.

La SDHS est en compétition avec 10 bâtiments patrimoniaux pour remporter le concours Next Great Save du National Trust for Canada, parrainé par Ecclesiastical Insurance. Le gagnant recevra 50 000 $ qu’il pourra consacrer à la sauvegarde d’un élément historique en péril. Le vote pour le concours Next Great Save a débuté le 20 janvier et se termine le 22 février. Les votants peuvent exprimer un vote par jour.

Forward House est une maison située à Iroquois et construite à l’époque de la guerre de 1812. Elle a été construite par Michael Carman III, un loyaliste de l’Empire-Uni et capitaine de la milice locale. Carman a été engagé par le gouvernement britannique pour construire un fort à Point Iroquois (où se trouvent aujourd’hui les écluses). La maison est restée dans la famille Carman pendant six générations.

“Lorsque le projet de la Voie maritime a été réalisé, cette maison et la maison voisine qui est la maison Carman ont été sauvées parce qu’elles se trouvaient sur un terrain élevé. Elles forment maintenant les deux tiers de la façade ouest du parc de loisirs ici à Iroquois”, a déclaré Shawn Walker, vice-président de la SDHS.

Le canton de South Dundas est actuellement propriétaire de la maison, qui est tombée en ruine et n’a pas été occupée depuis le projet de la Voie maritime dans les années 1950. Dans les années 60, il était prévu de transformer la maison en musée, mais cela ne s’est jamais produit. Pendant un certain temps, elle a été utilisée comme maison de réunion pour le Iroquois Lawn Bowling Club.

Le samedi 11 février, Off Your Rocker a organisé Musical Comedy Night - Valentine’s Edition au Seaway Valley Theatre Company. À l’approche de la Journée du T-shirt Rose, le spectacle a permis de récolter des fonds pour Champs Eastside Boxing, une association locale à but non lucratif qui lutte contre le harcèlement.

Champs Eastside Boxing promeut l’avancement des jeunes par l’éducation à la boxe, le leadership positif et l’inclusion. Jorge Luis (propriétaire - entraîneur) et son fils, Tony Luis, boxeur professionnel à la retraite et actuel écrivain/ analyste de boxe, étaient présents au spectacle ce week-end.

Le spectacle, qui s’est déroulé à guichets

fermés, comprenait plusieurs numéros, dont l’animateur Mark Vincent, Patt Cardinal, Glenys Marshall, Rory Gardiner et Joe Bowman. Les humoristes ont fait rire le public avec des réflexions pertinentes sur les relations et l’éducation des enfants, ainsi que des performances de comédie musicale inoubliables.

Pour conclure la soirée en beauté, le boxeur et tête d’affiche de la comédie musicale Joe Bowman a défié son ami Tony Luis de remonter sur le ring plus tard dans l’année.

En 2017, le canton de South Dundas a prévu de démolir la maison, mais une pétition signée par des membres de la communauté a réussi à la retirer du billot. Cependant, le canton a refusé de mettre de l’argent pour la réparer. En janvier 2022, la SDHS a négocié pour prendre en charge l’intendance de la maison et la responsabilité de collecter des fonds pour sa réparation.

“Nous essayons de remporter le concours Next Great Save pour obtenir les 50 000 dollars et pouvoir les réinvestir dans la maison afin de la rendre structurellement saine et sûre”, a déclaré M. Walker. “Soyons réalistes, le bâtiment existe depuis plus de 200 ans ; je ne pense pas qu’il s’écroulera demain, mais nous devons quand même le mettre en conformité avec le code du bâtiment pour pouvoir l’assurer correctement et pouvoir l’occuper à nouveau.”

Le projet de la société historique est de transformer le premier étage en un espace où les gens peuvent aller prendre un thé ou un café, profiter de la compagnie des autres et apprendre l’histoire de la région. L’étage serait transformé en bureaux et en espace utilisable pour la société historique, y compris une salle de stockage de qualité pour préserver et sauvegarder les objets acquis par la société historique.

Après des années de négligence, la remise en état de la maison Forward House implique des dépenses importantes. La maison nécessite des travaux de maçonnerie, le sous-sol a besoin de plus de poteaux de soutien et le toit doit être refait, pour n’en citer que quelques-uns. Il y a également une extension à l’arrière de la maison qui a besoin de beaucoup de soins.

“Pour l’instant, l’argent que nous recevrions si nous gagnions le concours Next Great Save serait utilisé pour résoudre les problèmes environnementaux et sanitaires de la maison. Il y a un certain nombre de problèmes comme l’amiante et le plâtre de crin, qui est cancérigène. Nous devons l’enlever pour pouvoir entrer en toute sécurité et faire ce que nous pouvons faire”, a déclaré M. Walker à Seaway News. “Nous pouvons installer des vérins, nous pouvons faire de la plomberie, nous pouvons enlever le linoléum des années 80... Nous pouvons enlever ces choses, mais nous ne pouvons pas faire l’assainissement parce que c’est un danger pour l’environnement et la santé qui doit être fait correctement par des équipes professionnelles. Cela va coûter quelque part entre 40 000 et 60 000 dollars”.

La South Dundas Historical Society veut être un centre où d’autres groupes historiques peuvent venir et partager leurs histoires avec tout le monde. Bien qu’il soit agréable d’être spécialisé et de connaître toutes les histoires d’une petite chose, la SDHS veut rendre l’histoire locale plus accessible et être la source où les gens peuvent avoir une vision plus large.

For all your multi-media needs, contact STEVE JASMIN 613-362-1929

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photo: Krystine Therriault

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

photo: South Dundas Historical Society

Au centre à droite, Émilienne Mondo, coordonnatrice du projet SECJ — CESOC et à sa gauche, Marie-France Lendoye, directrice adjointe du Centre Moi j’apprends. Elles sont entourées des participants de la troisième cohorte qui montrent fièrement leur certificat de participation. photo: Centre Moi J’Apprends

SEAWAY ÉVÉNEMENTS COMMUNAUTAIRES

SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER : le dernier vendredi du mois. La prochaine collecte de fonds aura lieu le 24 février aux Chevaliers de Colomb, 205 Amelia St. (en bas) de 11h30 à 13h et de 16h à 18h30.

SEAWAY TOASTMASTERS CLUB. Joignezvous à nous tous les deuxième et quatrième mardis, à la bibliothèque publique de Cornwall, à 18 h 15. La réunion commence à 18 h 30 précises. Renseignements : Laura, 613 551 3252.

LE GROUPE DE SOUTIEN AUX VICTIMES D’ACV se réunit le mercredi 1er mars au Centre Benson (salle MacEwen) à 18 h 30. Les survivants d’un AVC et les soignants sont les bienvenus. Renseignements : Deena 613-936-8784 ou courriel : deenadufresne592@gmail.com

LE DÎNER DE LA JOURNÉE INTERNATIONALE DE LA FEMME DU CONSEIL du travail de Cornwall et du district aura lieu le dimanche 5 mars, à 17 h, à la Légion royale canadienne, à Cornwall. La conférencière invitée est Catherine McKenney d’Ottawa. Renseignements : Louise Lanctot au 613 932 1943.

LA SECTION LOCALE DE LA COALITION DE LA SANTÉ DE L’ONTARIO organise une assemblée publique avec zoom le jeudi 23 février, de 19 h à 20 h. La réunion portera sur la sauvegarde des hôpitaux publics. La réunion portera sur la sauvegarde des hôpitaux publics et des services de santé. Les participants doivent s’inscrire at https:// bit.ly/3Z1Z055. Info: Elaine at 613 330 3117.

LES VIES DE BOWIE Le spectacle Bowie le plus sensationnel du Canada, le 15 avril à 20 h au théâtre du Port à Cornwall. Billets chez Melody Music et St. Lawrence Appliance. ST. LAWRENCE SENIORS BINGO À ANAF les lundis et jeudis. Ouverture des portes à 10h. Le bingo commence à 12h. Notre prochain euchre aura lieu le mercredi 1er mars.

Veuillez appeler le 613-936-6060 pour réserver.

INGLESIDE LONG SAULT LOST VILLAGES

LION’S CLUB. Présente le Gal’s Spring Fling 2023. En soutien à la vie communautaire. Divertissement, défilé de mode, vendeurs, prix, vente de pâtisseries et rafraîchissements légers le ven. 24 mars au South Stormont community Hall, 2 Milles Roches Rd, Long Sault de 17h30 à 21h. Billets ou informations : Sharon au 613-577-0818 ou Community living au 613-938-9550.

TRI-COUNTY LITERACY Cours gratuits : la formation de caissier commence le lun. 27 mars. Renseignements ou inscription : 613-932-7161.

ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, South Lancaster Le service communautaire œcuménique de carême du 1er mars sera dirigé par le révérend John Noordhof, Salem United Church, Summerstown et la congrégation organisera un déjeuner dans la salle à South Lancaster.

JOURNÉE MONDIALE DE PRIÈRE : L’église unie St. Andrew’s de Williamstown organise la Journée mondiale de prière le vendredi 3 mars à 14 h à l’église, suivie d’une réception à Irvine Hall. L’accent sera mis sur le pays de Taiwan.

Déjeuner à toute heure de la journée, quelle bonne idée!

C’est bientôt l’heure du dîner ou du souper, mais vous n’avez pas envie d’un repas élaboré? Brisez la routine en optant pour un déjeuner!

Une pause dans le quotidien

Choisir de déjeuner à une heure inhabituelle (à midi ou à 18 h, par exemple) vous permet d’interrompre votre horaire en semaine ou de vous faire plaisir la fin de semaine. Cette pause bienvenue change l’état d’esprit dans lequel vous vous trouvez, et plus encore si cet intermède n’est qu’occasionnel.

Un repas à déguster

Souvent pressé le matin, vous n’avez certainement pas toujours le temps de profiter de votre déjeuner. En choisissant de manger ce repas à un autre moment de la journée, et particulièrement au souper, vous pouvez en savourer chaque bouchée! Gâtezvous en optant pour vos délices préférés : crêpes ou pains dorés au sirop d’érable, gaufres aux bananes et au chocolat, œufs

et bacon accompagnés de patates rôties, etc.

Saviez-vous que certains restaurants offrent des déjeuners à toute heure de la journée? Voilà une raison de plus de tenter cette audacieuse — et exquise — expérience!

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