Cornwall Seaway News May 17, 2023 Edition

OPG DONATES TO LOST VILLAGES

Recently, Ontario Power Generation announced a $3,000 contribution to the Lost Villages Historical Society to complete the full digitization of the Lost Villages photo collection. This has been an important project to

complete for years, and is now possible with OPG’s financial support.

Nearly 7,000 photos of homes, businesses, and other local sites will be digitized and uploaded on the SDG Archives website

(https://archive.sdgcounties.ca/) in the coming months. This will allow online public access to the organized files, and ensure the preservation of this significant and historical collection of local photos for decades to come.

Inside the Forbes Memorial Reading Room at the Lost Villages Museum)(l to r): Richard Waldroff (Vice President, Lost Villages), Matthew Mulvihill (Stakeholder Relations Advisor, OPG), Greg Geisler (Operations Manager, Southeast Operations, OPG) and Jim Brownell (President, Lost Villages).

Photo by Eric Duncan

YAC requests funding

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

In a delegation to Cornwall City Council, Your Arts Council Executive Director Richard Salem requested a multi-year commitment of $25,000 from the City of Cornwall to support their minimal sustainable budget of $50,000 per year.

Your Arts Council, Cornwall & the Counties was created in 2012 as a recommendation in the CultureScape report commissioned by Cornwall City Council to act as a hub for arts and culture throughout the region.

The end goal of YAC is that ‘Artists are successful and encouraged, acknowledged, celebrated, and respected by the community at large.’

To do this, YAC produces several annual events in the region as well as regular programs to support the arts in our community.

Physiotherapy Month

May is #NationalPhysiotherapyMonth! This month highlights the physiotherapy profession and makes people aware of the benefits of physiotherapy services, including increased mobility, endurance, confidence and independence.

The Physiotherapy Team at CCH includes physiotherapists and physiotherapy assistants. You can find them on every unit, helping patients recover from musculoskeletal,

neurological and cardiorespiratory conditions as well as our medically complex patients. Physiotherapy expertise is a critical partner in COVID support and recovery, and is vital in rehab, intensive care units, hospital wards and step-down facilities. Physiotherapists play a key role in the discharge process as they support patient safety in returning home. Thank you to our Physiotherapy Team for all you.

WE ARE HIRING

Some of these events and programs include the Apples and Art Studio Tour, Cornwall Art Walk, The/le SPECTACLE Art Event Calendar on yourartscouncil.ca, and Cornwall Art Hive.

“The work that the arts community and YAC in particular has been undertaking, especially in the last couple of years has been phenomenal,” shared Mayor Towndale, “The events that have been taking place, especially coming out of a pandemic – during a pandemic –were not only a welcome distraction but certainly showed us the importance that art can play in helping mental health.”

Members of council unanimously voted in favour of sending the request to administration for a report, voicing their support for the organization which has enhanced tourism and economic development in the region in recent years.

Cornwall Community Museum launches 2023 Season

PROVIDED BY SD&G HISTORICAL SOCIETY

There’s something new happening in Lamoureux Park this coming weekend.

The Cornwall Community Museum invites you to its Victoria Day Season Launch. On Saturday, May 20 and Sunday, May 21, the museum welcomes the entire family to come down to Lamoureux Park to join in our celebration.

Outside the museum, visit the Information Booth and learn more about the city’s and the

area’s history. Try your skill at Guessing the Artifact and see which ones you get correct. For the younger group there are activities made just for them.

Cornwall’s Town Criers will be in attendance as well. The events start outside the museum and continue inside where you can explore the story of our city’s past and especially view the new exhibit on Cornwall and the Crown. There is so much to see and learn. The Launch will take place from 9am-4pm. Make it part of your Victoria Day weekend plans.

Loneliness?

In society today we are bombarded by media as well as social media. We live in a world that seems to be more connected than ever and yet so many people are lonelier than ever. We all experience loneliness from time to time, but for some, it’s constant… and it’s quite unhealthy.

When people are lonely, even though they are surrounded by coworkers, acquaintances or family, they may feel there’s something wrong with them. It’s most likely that you’re just missing something crucial; real community.

In the Bible, we learn of how we have been created for community. God designed us for interconnection that thrives when we experience our place in a larger group. No surprise, this is called a church. A church is not merely a place to believe, but to belong. We explore and learn much together about life, but this is realized trough the wonderful setting that is very much like a large family, a family that is always growing. We may think of a church as a building, by it’s actually a gathering of people committed to God’s leading in their lives.

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The happiest and healthiest people are those who have warm connections with others, says psychiatrist Robert Waldinger, who leads the Harvard Study of Adult Development -- one of the longest-running studies of adult life ever conducted, now into its 8th decade. Exploring the crucial link between social bonds and quality of life, he shares wisdom and insights into how to identify and strengthen the relationships that impact your well-being most. His TED Talk on You Tube is now listed in their top ten. Robert is the fourth study director that traced 724 adult men (60 remain alive) and is now, after 75 years, the longest of its kind ever!

It turns out that people who are more socially connected to family, to friends, and to church community, are happier and healthier living longer than people who are less well connected. And the experience of loneliness turns out to be toxic. And the sad fact is that at any given time, more than one in five Canadians will report that they’re lonely.

No more loneliness, don’t put up with it another week! Finding a good church where you will connect with God and be welcomed will be an absolute best first step. Be a friend - make a friend.

Pastor Jim

Doctors Ducas and Smar Announce Retirement

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT

ktherriault@seawaynews.media

Doctors Dean Ducas and Mary Smar announced their retirement in December 2022. The married family doctors provided dedicated care to the people of Cornwall and SDG for 35 years.

To thank them for their years of service to the community, Seaway News with the help of their children, Eva and Christopher Ducas, put together a profile of their careers and would like to wish them the best in their retirement.

Dr. Smar and Dr. Ducas met at McGill University Medical School. They graduated in 1983 and 1985, respectively. From 1985 to 1986 Dr. Ducas completed an internship with Dalhousie University at Victoria General Hospital in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Dr. Smar completed her internship and residency in family medicine at McGill University in Montreal. They were married in July of 1987.

During their medical training Doctors Ducas and Smar completed medical rotations in small rural maritime communities, something that they both enjoyed.

From June 1986 to June 1987, the pair worked as general practitioners (i.e. family doctors) at the Moose Factory General Hospital in Northern Ontario, driven by their desire to work with indigenous communities.

The need for doctors in Cornwall and SDG and their proximity to Ottawa and Montreal were what drew Ducas and Smar to this area next.

Beginning in January 1988, the couple took over the practice of Dr. Rae in Avonmore following his retirement. Ducas and Smar spent more than

19 years providing care to more than 2,000 patients at the Roxborough Clinic in Avonmore.

Before the amalgamation of the Hotel Dieu and General Hospitals, Ducas and Smar did daily rounds at the two Cornwall hospitals prior to seeing patients in-office in Avonmore. They continued their duties at the Cornwall Community Hospital upon its creation.

In February 2007, the couple moved their practice to Thirteenth Street in Cornwall. Many patients followed them to their new office referred to as the “Cornwall Medical Associates” clinic.

Both doctors also worked at the Pitt Street Medical Centre walk-in clinic in addition to their private family medicine practice.

Shortly after launching their practice in Avonmore, Doctors Ducas and Smar had two children. Eva was born in 1989 and Christopher was born in 1991. Today, both of their children reside in Ottawa with their partners. The doctors also have two grandchildren, Holden and Hudson.

Eva shared that growing up with two doctors as parents was inspiring, especially since they worked together. “Mom and Dad both ran the family practice,” Eva told Seaway News, “They were the only doctors in their practice, so it was pretty incredible to see, not only managing a family but running a practice on their own. Seeing a lot of work ethic but they also were very present in their kids’ lives.”

In addition to their immediate family, Ducas and Smar had several staff members who were like family.

“Throughout their careers my parents were supported by various administrative staff, who diligently supported the medical practice and

without whom they would not have been able to successfully support the community. Most nota bly, Linda Peck and Claudia Adamowski provided expert administrative support for several years until their respective retirements, and followed the practice from Avonmore to Cornwall. In more recent years, Alison Edgar provided excellent administrative management of the family prac tice,” shared Eva.

Ducas and Smar set out to have an active practice in the community and were very suc cessful. They dealt with all aspects of family medicine including pediatrics, obstetrics in their early years, with a greater focus on geriatrics later on. The doctors worked where they were needed in the community, including through the pandemic alongside other health care profes sionals, and made home visits up until their retirement.

Dr. Mary Smar was particularly dedicated to delivering end-of-life care at the Cornwall Hospice, while later in his career her husband Dr. Dean Ducas became an advocate for medical marijuana, conducting more than 400 patient consultations.

As profiled by Seaway News in 2018, Dr. Ducas began authorizing patients to use medical marijuana in 2014. He expressed that while many doctors use medical marijuana as a last resort it should be the other way around. Many doctors prescribe opioids before medical marijuana, even though they carry a much higher risk of overdose.

In addition to offering consultations to clients, Ducas also made presentations to doctors in the community to educate and create a discussion around medical marijuana.

throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and innovated to keep the community safe by offering several drive-through vaccination clinics for flu-shots.

Dr. Ducas is an avid photographer and motorcyclist. Both doctors enjoy spending time outdoors and canoeing together with their dog, Misha. They plan to enjoy these hobbies into their retirement, as well as extra time with their children and grandchildren in Ottawa.

Any patients or community members who would like to send Dr. Smar and Ducas well wishes for their retirement can do so by emailing smarducasretirement@gmail.com

Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. • Ceremonial Walk at 9:00 a.m.

CYCLING & WALKING: Choose your distance on the bicycle path.

CYCLISTS take the path going WEST • WALKERS take the path going EAST. You may begin anytime after you have registered.

CEREMONIAL WALK: Begins at 9:00 a.m. in front of the Cornwall Civic Complex and proceeds to Water Street and back – a distance of 200 feet.

PLEDGE SHEETS: Available online at childrenstreatmentcentre.ca or contact the office: Tel: 613 933-4400 • Email: ctc@ctcsdg.ca

Please submit pledge sheets when you register on May 27th.

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FREE hot dogs & hamburgers for all participants from 10:30 a.m. and 12:00 noon

FREE bottled water.

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ST. JACOBS & MENNONITE COUNTRY

JULY 27 – 29, 2023

In a thriving community just west of Guelph and north of Waterloo, a large group of Mennonite people live and work in harmony with the land and their neighbours. Their ways are different, the pace is different, and their lifestyle is dictated by their firmly rooted faith. After visiting this community, some say “interesting”, some say “refreshing” or “fascinating”. Come visit with us and you decide!

BLUE JAYS TORONTO

Reserve your seats for these exciting two game getaways, with the Toronto Blue Jays. You will have great seats along the baseline in the 100 level. Make sure to pack your glove for that one foul ball! Stay in style right downtown Toronto close to the Rogers Centre. Enjoy the amenities this location offers. There have been big changes over the past couple of seasons. Come support this great baseball franchise team in their exciting hometown, Toronto in the newly renovated Rogers Centre. Go Jays Go!

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Dr. Ducas and Dr. Smar on the last day at walk-in clinic 2022.

SeawaY communitY eventS

50+ COMMUNITY CLUB hosting Euchre at St. Matthews 15 Memorial Square, Ingleside on Saturday May 20, 12 - 4pm. Cash Prizes. Free Door Prize. Share the Wealth Draw. Refreshments available. Adults Welcome. No registration or partner needed. Info: Betty 613-984-1431 or Jack 613-537-2295.

ST. FRANCIS KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS is back to serving their traditional Community Family Breakfast on Sun., May 28 in the St. Francis Parish Hall (434 Second St. W.) from 8:30 AM to NOON. All are welcome. Accessible with elevator service provided.

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.

MOOD WALKS encourages & supports mental &physical health through exposure to the healing effects of nature, participation in physical activity and engagement with their community. Info Angele at 613551-9253 or visit our Events Page www. cmha-east.on.ca/index.php/en/events.

Location: Gray’s Creek Conservation Area (Parking Lot) June 6, 13, 20, 27 (4 weeks) from 6:30pm-7:30pm.

TRI-COUNTY COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION Monthly Dance/Jam

Session & Dinner on Sat. June 3 from 2-8:30 pm. Bring your instruments and dancing shoes. South Stormont Township Hall, 2 Mille Roches Rd, Long Sault. Info: Elaine 613-362-0173.

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

Fish for a Cure

The annual Fish for a Cure tournament was held recently to benefit the Alzheimer Society. The tournament raised $3,500 for the local Society.

Every year, the first Saturday of May marks the start of pike fishing season. And every year, fisher people gather from all over the region to participate in the Fish for a Cure tournament. This year, there were 104 people in attendance on May 6th, a beauti-

ST. LAWRENCE SENIORS BINGO AT ANAF Mondays & Thursdays. Doors open 10am. Bingo starts 12pm. Everyone welcome. Next euchre is on Wed., June 7. Reservations: 613-936-6060

CORNWALL LIONS CLUB

LOBSTERFEST, 15th annual event on Fri., June 16 at the Best Western Parkway Inn, Cabaret Room. Meal served at 7 pm. Info or tickets: wayne.locke@hotmail.com

ful sunny Saturday morning and afternoon. Every participant left with a prize and cash prizes were awarded to the people who caught heaviest fish. This year, the top catch weighed over 12 lbs. The River Institute was also present at the event, weighing in the fish and capturing data on the health of the fish caught. Proceeds for the event were given to the Alzheimer’s Society of Cornwall & District.

SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER: on the last Friday of the month. The next fundraiser will be on May 26th at Knights of Columbus, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs) from 11:30am-1 pm and 4-6:30 pm.

SEAWAY SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB presents Birds in your Backyard with Mike Chegrinec on Tues., June 6 from 1-3 pm in

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.

BINGO AT PRECIOUS BLOOD PARISH, Glen Walter. May 17 & 31, June 14 & 28. Doors open 5 pm, Early Bird 6:20 pm. Bingo starts 7 pm. Info-613-931-1424

LONG SAULT ANNUAL COMMUNITY

YARD SALE on Sat. May 27 from 8 am – 2 pm.

CORNWALL LEGION SENIORS 60 AND OVER CLUB Bid Euchre enthusiasts, games will be held on Thurs., May 18 and 25 in the main hall starting at 1 pm.

THE CORNWALL & AREA HALL OF FAME FOR THE ARTS is soliciting nominations of deserving artists, promoters and supporters to be submitted prior to July 1. The nomination form and guidelines are at http://cornwallartshalloffame.com. Info: Elaine 613-330-3117.

CORNWALL LEGION BRANCH 297 SENIORS OVER 60 CLUB announces that Bid Euchre will be held on Thursday, May 18. and 25. It will take place in the main hall, starting at 1 pm.

CORNWALL TOWNSHIP LIONS CLUB

Let’s Play Euchre May 31 at 7 pm. Info: Roly 613-932-9396 or Gerry 613-931-3076.

CORNWALL ROAD WARRIORS CAR CLUB first annual Father’s Day Car Show, June 18 from 9am-3pm at 1150 Montreal Road.

SOCIAL DANCING the first Friday of the month from 7-10 pm at the Centre Charles-Émile-Claude 146 Chevrier Ave. Dances June 2. Info: Dennis 613-618-7684.

CLASSIC COUNTRY MUSIC DINNER & DANCE June 10 at the Lion’s Club in Bonville at 6 pm. Pork loin, salad & dessert. Info Marland 613-936-3625.

MONTREAL WELSH MALE CHOIR will present an evening of music on Sun., May 28 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, South Lancaster. Tickets can be purchased at the door or by reserving at 613-931-2545. Following the concert dessert and refreshments will be served in the church hall. Everyone welcome.

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: Janice 613 936-1951.

CORNWALL NEW HORIZONS BAND Beginners-Mondays; IntermediateTuesdays; Band rehearsals-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 613-362-4881 or 613-931-1580.

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.

IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR BOOKS AND ITEMS of a religious nature, visit “Catholic Information Centre” Mon.- Fri.10am-4pm at Unit 1, 812 Pitt St. 613-933-5099

THE PROBUS CLUB OF CORNWALL and area has interesting guest speakers and regular outings each month for retirees and those who are semi-retired. Info: Louise at 613 932-7557.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

SEAWAY FIBROMYALGIA GROUP. Aqua Fitness Group @ Cornwall Aquatic Center every Tuesdays & Friday’s from 12 pm1Pm. Info: Judy 613-330-0588; Leona 613-931-2874; Denise 613-938-3615; Theresa 613-662-8713

SDSG NDP riding association new website

Are you feeling like your voice isn’t being heard? Are you frustrated with the current state of affairs in your community? If so, the newly launched website of the SDSG NDP Riding Association at www.sdsgndp.ca could be just what you need.

With a plan of hope, fresh leadership, and an open door policy, the New Democratic Party (NDP) offers a way for you to get involved in shaping the future of your community. By joining the conversation on our NDP NPD Stormont, Dundas, South Glengarry Facebook page, you can be part of the movement to create positive change.

We know that politics can be challenging, but it’s also an essential part of the solution. By working together, we can find a new way forward and make a real difference in the lives of those around us.

So, let’s get to know each other and collaborate on creating the changes we want to see. For more information on how to get involved, contact Tanis Brown, President of the SDSG NDP Riding Association, at president@sdsgndp.ca . Let’s make our voices heard and work towards a brighter future for all.

SD 2023 Awards of Excellence nominations

The Municipality of South Dundas is pleased to announce the fifth annual Awards of Excellence program is seeking nominations beginning May 18, 2023. The deadline for entry is June 15, 2023.

The Awards of Excellence program recognizes and celebrates growth and success in the Municipality. These awards shine a spotlight on success stories of local businesses and individuals who are contributing to the growth and vibrancy of the South Dundas community.

There are eight award categories: Agricultural Leadership Award, Business of

the Year Award, Community Builder Award, Green Award, Innovation Award, New Business Award, Tourism Award and Young Professional Award.A ceremony recognizing the award winners will take place during the fall.

Nominating is quick and easy using our online nomination form. It can be found on our website www.southdundas.com/ business-development/awards-excellence

Everyone is encouraged to nominate a business, organization or individual who they feel is deserving of this recognition. Selfnominations will be accepted.

DAIRY CARES 4 SDG makes donation to CCH

The team at Cornwall Community Hospital Foundation wants to emphasize our profound gratitude for the incredible impact our friends at DAIRY CARES 4 SD&G will make for local patients at our hospital.

CCHF is proud to have received their donation of $62,496.04 in support of essential upgrades to our inpatient mental health unit, which will help improve the experience, environment, and safety for patients and

Need A New Battery?

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The lifespan of a car battery — three to five years, on average — can be significantly shortened by several factors. Common causes for premature battery wear include frequently driving short distances, which doesn’t allow the battery to fully recharge, and prolonged exposure to extreme cold or heat. Aside from its age, the main signs that your battery is about to die include difficulty starting the engine, dim headlights, and certain electrical malfunctions (e.g. radio not playing loudly, windows are slow to open and close). A light can also appear on your dashboard to indicate a problem with the battery. Furthermore, have your battery checked if it’s leaking, if its fluid levels are low or if

healthcare professionals. These upgrades include the development of a solarium on the inpatient mental health unit, featuring raised planter boxes for patients to plant, tend, and care for greenery and flowers as part of their therapeutic care.

We are so appreciative of our local dairy farmers for all they do to support the good health of our community.

its case seems swollen. To avoid unpleasant surprises, preventive maintenance and regular inspections of your car’s battery are recommended — especially if you’re expecting cold weather or planning a long trip. If you think your battery might be defective, make an appointment right away.

- Air Conditioning

- Exhausts

- Brakes

- Suspensions

- Tires

- Tune-ups

Ingleside: June 14th, 28th

Long Sault: June 2nd, 16th and 30th

Houle Auto Talk

1520 Vincent Massey Dr.,Cornwall

L to R: Adam Beaudette, Ryan Wert, Thomas Kuipers, Amy Gillespie of CCHF, Arnold Reijmers, Julia Bjoink, Donald Johnston, and Kathrin Speck.

MAY 2023

TOWNSHIP OFFICE VICTORIA DAY CLOSURE

The Township Office will be closed for on Monday, May 22, 2023 for Victoria Day. There will be no changes to garbage or recycling collection due to the holiday.

LEAF AND YARD WASTE COLLECTION

The next leaf and yard waste day is on June 5. Please ensure yard waste is bagged and branches are bundled together and tied. Leaf and yard waste bagged in plastic bags will not be accepted.

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAYS

Household Hazardous waste days at the City of Cornwall are scheduled for: May 24, June 7 & 21.

SOFT PLASTICS RECYCLING

Did you know that you can recycle soft plastics like saran wrap, grocery bags and Ziploc bags! Be sure all of your soft plastic is clean and bagged together separate from your other recycling before throwing it in your recycling bin!

NOTICE OF CHANGES TO 2023 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE

Please note that the following Council Meeting dates have been rescheduled to accommodate Council and Staff attendance at the Ontario East Municipal Conference.

Original Council Meeting Date

June 7, 2023

June 21, 2023

July 12, 2023

August 9, 2023

September 6, 2023

September 20, 2023...........................

RFQ/TENDERS:

Revised Council Meeting Date

June 14th, 2023

June 28th, 2023

July 19, 2023

August 16, 2023

September 13, 2023

September 27, 2023

Requests for Expressions of Interest: Raisin River Heritage Centre Re-Use

The Township is seeking proposals from prospective proponents for the disposition and re-use of the Raisin River Heritage Centre.

Full documents and background information are available upon request through TCI Management Consultants at jlinton@consulttci.com. Additional information on the process is available at southstormont.ca/tenders. Deadline for submissions is Friday, May 19th, 2023 at 4:00 p.m.

PUBLIC WORKS

HYDRANT FLUSHING AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAM

Hydrant flushing will be carried out in St. Andrews / Rosedale Terrace, Long Sault and Ingleside throughout the month of May into the first week of June.

• During the flushing operation, poor water pressure and/or RED water may result.

• This situation is temporary and may last up to two hours.

• The coloured water is not hazardous.

• If coloured water is detected, the public is requested to open their COLD water taps in order to clear the system.

EBILLING

Did you know that residents of South Stormont who are on Water/Sewer have the opportunity to register for eBilling?

eBilling is when you receive an electronic version of your bill directly to your email inbox instead of a paper bill through traditional mail. The convenient features and benefits of registering for eBilling are:

• Receiving your Water/Sewer bill fast and securely

• Being able to save or print a PDF version of your bill

• Reducing clutter by having less mail to sort through

• Saving trees and the energy required to print, handle and deliver paper invoices

To register for e-billing, visit www.southstormont. and complete an application form on the Living Here / Water and Sewer page.

SOUTH STORMONT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BREAKFAST

The South Stormont Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a business breakfast to “Rediscover Your Chamber” on Wednesday, June 14th at the South Stormont Community Hall. Network with your business neighbours, learn from engaging speakers, and discover the benefits of joining your local Chamber! Registration and agenda details coming soon. Please check southstormont.ca or our Facebook page for updates.

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

FINANCE

WATER ACCOUNT:

Quarterly water meter readings are set to begin June 1st, 2023 and will be carried out for approximately 2 weeks, please be aware that a Township employee will require access to your property to read your meter. The employee will have an ID card and a reflective construction vest.

Pre-Authorized Payments Plans are available on the Due Date of the Bill please visit our website to enroll, www.southstormont.ca/WaterandSewer

For other water account inquires please contact the Public Works Coordinator at 613-5348889 ext. 212.

TAX ACCOUNT:

When making payments either online or at your bank, please ensure you are using the correct Payee “South Stormont -Taxes” and the correct account number. The account number for banking purposes is the 15 digits of your roll number after the 0406 and excluding the decimal (.) point.

Example: 0406 001 12345678.0000 becomes 001123456780000

The second instalment of the interim tax bill is due May 31, 2023, please ensure payments are received at the Township office by the due date to avoid penalty and interest charges. Payments can be made through pre-authorized 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, register for e-billing, sign up for pre-authorized payments and register to view your accounts anytime.

RECREATION

COMMUNITY YARD SALES 2023

Long Sault: May 27 – Facebook @LongSaultCommunityYardSale

Ingleside: June 3 – Facebook @InglesideYardSale

Community Yard Sales are not organized by the Township. Please visit the Facebook pages above for more information and updates on the Community Yards Sales.

COMMUNITY MARKETS 2023

Ingleside Vendors Village: On the third Saturday of each month, you can attend the Vendors Village in the Ingleside Plaza from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Contact theknowitallnews@yahoo.ca

Schedule: May 20, June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16, October 21

Long Sault Farmers Market: Browse through the selection of fresh produce, homemade goods and more at the Long Sault Plaza.

Schedule: Every Friday at 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. from June 2 until October 6.

SWIMMING REGISTRATION 2023

Lifesaving Society Swimming Lessons will be offered at the St. Andrews West Outdoor Heated Pool for 2023. Online registration is required for all swimming lessons. South Stormont residents can register online as of 9:00 a.m. on May 29, 2023 and non-residents may register as of June 5, 2023 at southstormont.ca/aquatics.

In addition to public and private swimming lessons, there will be public swimming, lane swim, the speed swim team, pool rentals and lifeguarding courses.

OLDER ADULT RECREATION - SHUFFLEBOARD

The season begins on Thursday, May 25 and will run until Thursday, August 17, 2023. Mondays and Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. You can complete registration paperwork on your first night with the lead volunteer Graham Barkley.

Fees:

$3 drop-in

$25 for all Mondays

$25 for all Thursdays

*Note: There cannot be drop-ins on Monday, June 12 as this is a tournament day.

REPORTER: Krystine Therriault ktherriault@seawaynews.media

SALES COORDINATOR: Jennifer Mayer jmayer@seawaynews.media

PUBLISHED BY: icimédias inc.

Rick Shaver Publisher/General Manager

Guess who they call when there’s trouble

long before the Ford gang took over at Queen’s Park.

Claude McIntosh MAC’S

MUSINGS

According to a handful of Ontario school boards police officers are not welcome on school (aka public) property because some students might be traumatized by the sight of a police officer in uniform.

Not sure what they do when they see a police car? Have a level four conniption?

Tied to this was a study that shows violent incidents in Ontario schools are on the rise.

Back when baby boomers went to school, they had fire drills. Today, they have lock-down drills.

So the question is, when there is a violent incident that puts the school in lock-down mode, who do they call for help? A parent? A social worker?

Of course not.

They put the welcome mat back out for the cops.

During the pandemic, one of the local activists complained in an op-ed piece about a police officer being posted at a vaccine clinic in the east-end of the city, next to the sub-station. (Police were hired for vaccine clinics in the province after threats of violence against staff). Many disadvantaged folks, she claimed, are afraid of uniformed police officers, thus they might not want to attend the clinic. There was a suggestion that police visibility in poor neighbourhoods should be eliminated. At the same time a group working to improve living conditions in the east end called for more police in that part of the city.

Meanwhile, the president of a teachers’ union claims that the Ford government is to blame for the rise in school violence by not spending more money.

Look, the horse broke out of the barn

For years veteran teachers talked about the gradual break-down of discipline in schools. Gone are the days when a problem kid feared the principal placing a call home. Gone are the days when the parent getting the call took care of the problem. Most parents had a teacher’s back. Too many times these days school officials get the old “What do you expect me to do?”

Remember the schoolmarm who pulled the kid by the ear for misbehaving? Well, today she would be charged with assault, sued and probably fired.

As Dylan sings, “Times are a changin’”.

THIS AND THAT: Back in the other century – a time when baby boomers were growing up (some still are) – a University of Western Ontario (as it was called in the day) journalism prof offered four great questions when covering politics: 1) Who gets what?, 2) How?, 3) Why?, 4) How much? ... With Cornwall enjoying some of the lowest electricity rates in the province, charging stations in the city could become a mecca for electric vehicle owners within easy driving distance.

SPORTS CLIPS: Who could have imagined that a millionaire who goes by the name Snoop Dogg would have an inside track on owning a National Hockey League team (Senators). ... Don’t hold your breath on Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment trading off a chunk of the $40 million quartet in the offseason, although Nylander may make his way to a new team willing to give him a big pay increase. . ... The one statistics baseball doesn’t have is the number of times players spit during games. It is an epidemic. They even have a pitch called a spitter. ... Bruins fired Bruce Cassidy after losing in the first round last season. Cassidy goes to Vegas. Fast forward to this season. Bruins lose in the first round

with a new coach. The Cassidy-coached Knights are still playing. Go figure.

LOOKING BACK AT 1967: A plaque commemorating the Pitt Street branch of the Bank of Montreal as Cornwall’s oldest branch was unveiled. The branch was established at Pitt and Second streets in 1857 and moved to 150 Pitt St. in 1912. It is now home to the fledgling arts centre. Adolph Proulx, auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie was named bishop of the Diocese of Alexandria. He was a native of Hanmer (near Sudbury). ...

A 50-pound safe stolen from the IGA store on Pitt Street was recovered three weeks later in a Ninth Street East garage. The safe, which contained $3,000, had not been opened. Police said there was evidence that the thieves tried to pry the door open. Inspector of Detectives Percy Riviere said police went to the residence on a “hunch.” ... Separate school board trustees voted against school uniforms for girls, but they approved vending machines in schools to supply students with milk, pop, candy, pastry and potato chips. The vending machine company was giving the board a 5% kick back on sales.

... The city welfare department said the number of recipients had declined to 1,620 from 2,013. ... Cornwall Royals re-signed seven holdovers. Returning

were Norm MacMillan, Bruce Surgeson, Bill Markell, Bill Snelgrove, Dave Snelgrove and Jim George who would be killed in an off-season car accident in 1968. Wayne Horn was being scouted by the Toronto Marlies and Ottawa 67’s. Prospects included Bob Curriere, Ken McDonald, Rocky Martin and Mike Ruest. ... Toronto Maple Leafs defeated Montreal Canadiens 3-2 in game six to win the Stanley Cup. Ron Ellis, Jim Pappin and George Armstrong scored. ... Five St. Lawrence High School players – Mike Cadieux, Gerry Lalonde, Gary Lalonde, Wayne MacDonald and Lionel Carrierehad invitations to the Ottawa Rough Riders high school camp. ... Canadian Police Chiefs Association called for 1) The right to search homes without a warrant, 2) Right to arrest and hold suspects without charges, 3) Right to employ wire taps and electronic bugs without a warrant.

TRIVIA: After the Lone Ranger saved the day and rode off into the sunset, the grateful citizens would ask, “Who was that masked man?” Invariable, someone would answer, “I don’t know.” But he left his “calling card” behind. What was it?

TRIVIA ANSWER: Don MacLean’s “The Day the Music Stopped” was a tribute to teen idol Buddy Holly who died in a plane crash.

Community Living Flag Raising

PROVIDED BY COMMUNITY LIVING-STORMONT COUNTY

On May 1st, 2023 Cornwall Mayor Justin Towndale presided over a flag-raising ceremony, proclaiming May as Community Living Month.

Community Living-Stormont County

representatives and members participated in the event. As part of this special event, the city also illuminated the Cornwall Cenotaph Fountain with blue and green lights symbolizing the colors of many Community Living agencies in the province of Ontario. See complete story online at www.cornwallseawaynews.com

A Piece of the Pie for Everyone, BUT…

Nick Wolochatiuk DANCES WITH WORDS

NUTHILLTOO@GMAIL.COM

Take a close look at the cheery little gift we received recently. That comical little coffee table decoration was chosen by our friends because it reflected our interest in canoeing and animals. After examining it carefully, I began think about its provenance.

These are some of the questions about it I asked myself.

Where did it come from? Probably some Third World country where cheap labour is readily available. It bears no country of origin marking. no company name, no toll-free number, no company website.

What was it made of? The exterior of the hull was covered in scraps of birch bark. The gunwales seem to be of some coarse fibre, sewn to the hull using some sort of non-synthetic twine. The oar shafts are made of twigs. The oar blades are of some sort of coarse fabric, perhaps burlap. looking carefully, I noticed that the basis of the canoe hull is molded Styrofoam, as is the body’s core. The core of whatever animal it is supposed to be (Hedgehog? Muskrat? Panda?) is also molded Styrofoam. Hard plastic eyes and nose. The cargo of six pumpkins, apples or tomatoes are also hard plastic. The soft ‘fur’ is some sort of synthetic fibre. The oar locks are made of little hoops of wire. Some sort of paper that is printed to look like birch bark is what the real birch bark is pasted onto.

Who made it? The project design originated from a person who’s never used a canoe. (Canoes aren’t rowed with oars, they’re propelled by paddles). That same person has little knowledge of any wild animals and is not too familiar with the colour scheme of vegetables or fruit. The real birch bark was gleaned from a local forest. A young child could do that. The synthetic components could have been made by semi-skilled machine-operator labourers. I’m guessing that the person who used all

those materials to assemble the canoe, rower and cargo was a skilled seamstress of sorts, able to follow Ikea kind of drawn instructions. Under what conditions was it created? Our current minimum hourly wage of $15 is quite likely what the piece-worker would have been delighted to receive for a whole day’s work. The assembler probably worked out of their shack-like home.

Who gets what slice of the $15.00 retail price of the pie’? The project instigator gets paid. So does the provider of natural and synthetic materials. Sea transportation costs, trucking costs, wholesaler fees and retail workers must also be covered.

Yes, everyone gets a piece of the pie, but most barely get crumbs.

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Members and representatives from Community Living with Mayor Justin Towndale to launch Community Living Month.

ST RAPHAEL’S, Ontario – Glengarry Fencibles Trust, a charity with stewardship of the Bishop’s House of Glengarry, wishes to acknowledge a non repayable contribution of $25,786 from the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).

The Bishop’s House part of St. Raphael’s Ruins National Historic Site, is a spacious stone landmark (being adapted for reuse as a cultural and educational centre for both the community and visitors alike. With this FedDev Ontario investment and a matching contribution of $8,595 from supporters, the Trust was able to update the wiring in 800 square feet of the downstairs plaster and paint walls and restore or replicate heritage millwork.

In addition, this formal space was made more accessible with the removal of layers of uneven flooring that could impede those with wheelchairs or walkers. Now, all the se rooms are again at one level, and the original tongue in groove maple

floorboards are sparkling once again.

The FedDev Ontario contribution also made possible the next stage of the Trust’s Accessibility Project construction this summer of a natural stone ramp and a back veranda level with the newly re finished floors. The veranda will not only accommodate those who can not climb the many stairs out front, but it will also provide additional space for people to enjoy the scenic landscape at social gatherings.

“The Government of Canada’s investment will improve the accessibility of Bishop’s House of Glengarry and welcome more visitors. Investing in the preservation of historic sites helps us understand and preserve our past,” said the Honorable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario. “Our government is happy to invest in spaces with cultural history that attract new visitors and strengthen our communities for the long term.”

The End of Oil, The Start of Savings

Tom Rand Around the Home

WALKER CLIMATE CARE

For many of us in the city, heating with oil is a foreign concept. We’re accustomed to the convenience of being connected to a grid of never-ending natural gas or electricity. For those of us in more rural settings – and even some older neighbourhoods within the city –we don’t have these options. Many of us rely upon propane to fuel our furnace and/or our fireplace(s). Some of us, though, still have an oil tank in our basement or yard that requires refilling. I’m happy to write that our days of refills and high utility costs can be over – and with a huge financial incentive to act quickly!

You’ve probably already read about the Greener Homes Grant, a federal initiative through Natural Resources Canada to incent homeowners to improve the energy efficiency of their homes with upgraded windows, more efficient HVAC systems and so on. Most recently, a new grant was announced for qualified homeowners to financially incentivize them to move away from oil.

Heating with oil is notoriously inefficient. While modern propane and natural gas burning furnaces have efficiencies of 95-97%, many oil furnaces operate closer to 60%. That’s to say that about 40% of the oil you’ve paid for and your furnace burns goes up the

chimney and doesn’t provide any heat to your home. Most local homeowners in this situation know that last winter cost them several thousands of dollars in heating oil. The decrease in popularity of this fuel type, as well as delivery costs and inflating federal Carbon Tax have all accelerated the significant cost increases in recent years.

To encourage homeowners to move away from this environmentally unfriendly and costly heating method, NRCan has just announced a new extension to the Greener Homes Grant program. It’s called the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program, and qualified homeowners can receive up to $10,000 towards a new high-efficiency heat pump. The “median” income definitions are quite generous, too. For example, a family with two parents and one child and a household income (after tax) of $100K qualifies. That number is $122K if there are two dependent children.

Whether you’re interested in greener heating options, or to stop the bank-breaking costs associated with heating with oil, now is the perfect time to upgrade your antiquated oil furnace to a modern, high-efficiency heat pump … which by the way, also works a central air conditioner. The timing couldn’t be better! Be sure to ask your contractor about their experience and qualifications in working with fuel conversions, as well as their partnerships with local energy auditors to expedite the process and get you the maximum grant money for your home’s upgrade.

Chartwell McConnell is a welcoming, bilingual retirement residence with seniors’ apartments set on beautifully landscaped grounds in central Cornwall. Explore our social and supportive lifestyle, including recently renovated suites—some with full kitchens and in-suite laundry!

The Bishop’s House is getting ready for company

Meet the Maker

Angela Youngs of Ground Soap

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT ktherriault@seawaynews.media

Fifteen years ago, Angela Youngs worked in the service industry. If you had told her that in 2023, she would be the owner of an internationally successful organic plant-based soap company she probably would have laughed – but that’s exactly where she is today.

The name Ground Soap comes from Angela’s love of everything that comes out of the ground. Their new slogan, “Making soap since 2009 using ingredients from the beginning of time” is a testament to this.

This Meet the Maker feature shows how, with ingenuity, purpose, and support, you can go from being a maker selling your products at local vendors markets to sup plying retailers in Canada and abroad!

How it started: After working in the service industry for 17 years, Angela needed a change. Her husband suggested making soap because of her love of scents and essential oils.

Their first batch was made the oldschool way with lard and sodium hydroxide. Because sodium hydroxide heats on its own they mixed that first batch very cautiously on the front porch with a long spoon. It was horrible. Yucky, hard to cut… and they made 70 bars.

tence and consistency. After about 3 months, she started incorporating her passions into the process and committed to seeing it through.

As her soaps began to improve, Angela started handing them out to co-workers. To her surprise, when she left that job her coworkers kept messaging her for soap. Some shared that it even helped with their complexion.

See complete story online at www.cornwallseawaynews.com

Looking Back Ask a CURATOR

OUR STORY STARTS HERE

Cornwall’s Evolving Waterfront – Pt 2

The creation of Cornwall’s Harbour/ cargo wharf was prompted by the sense that the City was circumvented by the creation of the St. Lawrence Seaway with the indefinite “postponement” of an “AllCanadian Seaway” route through what remained of the Cornwall Canal.

After some heavy lobbying, in 1961, dredging and the creation of a seven-section, 400-foot-long concrete wharf near the former Canada Mill dock, east of the Canal entrance, ensued.

The basin in front of the wharf was to be initially dredged to a depthS of 22 feet with the potential to further dredge to a depth of 27 feet.

Plans also called for improvement of the wharf approach, resulting in a headrace bridge being replaced by a causeway.

Harbour improvements were affected in 1963. 1967 witnessed the nation’s Centennial celebrations which included a Royal Visit wherein an expanded harbour warehouse was opened.

In 1971, three sections were added to the wharf.

A newspaper article that same year reported the unloading of one million gallons of chemicals to a dockside holding tank for use by Howard and Sons on Wallrich Avenue. The warehouse suffered a serious fire in 1997.

Since the April 2016 Transport Canada divestiture, the Akwesasne Harbourfront

Development Corporation and the Cornwall Harbourfront Development Corporation are the official co-owners of the larger 16-acre Port Lands that includes a section of the former dry docks.

The warehouse buildings have been demolished and proposals for redevelopment of the land for the public benefit are being considered.

Author: Don Smith for the SD&G Historical Society

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HOROSCOPE — WEEK OF MAY 21 TO 27, 2023

ARIES: You’ll spontaneously decide to move. You’ll find a place that meets your family’s needs, even if it’s at the last minute and your choices are limited.

TAURUS: You’ll have a lot to talk about this week. You may make a speech that everyone will love. Those around you will help you sort out a complicated financial matter.

GEMINI: You’ll have many items to shop for this week. You’ll pull out all the stops to find the best prices. Try to negotiate better terms on a loan to save on interest.

CANCER: You have a lot going on and will undertake several inspiring projects. Inspiration is a source of initiative. Take care of your health and consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

LEO: Fatigue or poor health could slow you down this week. Someone close to you may need you. Give yourself the time you need to recharge your batteries and feel better.

VIRGO: You’ll expand your social circle and professional contacts. You’ll be in charge of planning a large-scale event that will be a huge success. You must take a methodical approach to plan it.

LIBRA: You’ll have a lot of work and family responsibilities to take care of this week. If you have young children, you’ll be involved in their end-of-year activities, making them happy.

SCORPIO: Plan your next holiday now and treat yourself to a luxurious getaway. You’ll have many details to consider, especially if you’re booking for a large family.

SAGITTARIUS: If you feel restless and sensitive, you may need to make a change. You might have to restructure certain aspects of your life once the storm has passed. This will allow you to start afresh on more solid footing.

CAPRICORN: It’s crucial to find harmony at work and home this week. If you’re in a relationship, passion will reignite the flame. If you’re single, you’ll double down on trying to find your soulmate.

AQUARIUS: Staying in good health is essential. You may start a new diet that proves to be highly effective. You’ll see quick results, and others will want to imitate your efforts, hoping to have the same success.

PISCES: You’ll stand out in a group or at work. A daring feat will fill you with pride, strengthening your leadership skills. Saturn in your sign will bring you notoriety.

PUZZLE NO. 183. Copyright © 2023, Penny Press. Crossword puzzle answers use American spelling

Composite by Don Smith using images from City of Cornwall Mapping site

Jane in Bonville is not happy to say that ticks are back. I wacked it 3 times on my arm and still it moved. You have to crush them as they seem to have a hard shell. I used the side of a wrench. Must now check Stella every day. Yikes.

The Square is a changing! New opportunities and food court news!

Leo Doucet NEWS FROM THE SQUARE

Did you know that Cornwall Square is working with a food concept called Full Bellies, a volunteer run provider of fruit and vegetables where Cornwall residents can either go online and order a box full of produce for a fixed price based on the size of box or visit their Full Bellies – Red Octopus Store here at Cornwall Square on the main level near the passenger elevator in a portion of The Square Marketplace. The Full Bellies concept has been around serving Cornwall based on volunteers meeting up with customers at different locations in Cornwall to make their deliveries. This new approach in Cornwall for Full Bellies provides them an opportunity to allow customers to come into the Full Bellies-Red Octopus store here at the Cornwall Square and select their own produce by filling a particular sized bag for a fixed price as opposed to ordering the produce online and picking up an already filled bag with your name on it that you prepaid. This physical bricks and mortar location offers a different customer experience.

The Official Opening of the Full Bellies –Red Octopus store at Cornwall Square is on Saturday May 20th. Look at their website for times for the May 20th event. Did you know that the Food Court renovation has moved on to the next phase. Starting this week far more work will be done

after mall hours so as to not disrupt the daily routines of customers and tenants in the mall. Today will see the altering of the “Grey Monster” into two parts with the addition of the “Son of Grey Monster” which is a smaller area that will be created with the relocation of the existing corridor to Tim Hortons Court store. A new Customer Access corridor will be created in the middle of the “Grey Monster’s” mural leading all the way back to the Tim Hortons store area. On the right side of the corridor heading into Tim Hortons, is the new Food Court seating area still being worked on. On the left side of the corridor, the contractor will be installing the new flooring material in that area as well as working on creating the 3 new Quick Service Restaurant spaces going in between Bell World and Tim Hortons along with required modifications to the mechanical and electrical systems in that portion of the Square building. Multiple mini projects are being worked on all at once at this time. Did you know that on Saturday June 3rd and Sunday June 4th, 2023 , the Maker Productions team will perform a ser ies of short plays from different Robert Munsch stories as well as other children’s stories. In addition, there will be a short magic show. This family entertainment will be held in the former EB Games space with Saturday performances at 11:00am and 1:00pm and Sunday’s performance at 1:00pm. Everyone is welcome. You need to know that as Cornwall Square has for every year, the mall will be closed on Victoria Day Monday to allow all of us who work here at Cornwall Square to share that day with our families and friends.

Denis Sabourin as a rookie councillor attended the Ontario Small Urban Municipalities conference in Paris, Ontario. He ran into another rookie councillor who represents the Southampton Ward in the Town of Saugeen Shores. John Divinski.

John says hello to all his old friends in Cornwall.

Chris Rhodes gets all the cool pictures!

Gordon Lightfoot in his album.

Mayor Justin Towndale had the pleasure of signing a Medical Scholarship Loan Agreement with Mr. Neerav Mullur, a City of Cornwall native in his first year of medical school at uOttawa. Mr. Mullur plans on opening a family practice upon graduation in 2028. Council approved the by-law in approving the agreement at its April 24 meeting. We are looking forward to having the future Dr. Mullur serving our community. A big thank you to the medical scholarship committee and the staff who worked on this agreement.

Cornwall Electric, a FortisOntario company, who provides electrical transmission and distribution to approximately 28,000 customers in and around the Cornwall and Gananoque areas, has an employment opportunity for a:

JOURNEYPERSON METER CUSTOMER SERVICE TECHNICIAN (3 MONTH CONTRACT)

Reporting to the Supervisor, Customer Service and/or Lead Hand, the candidate will develop and maintain metering standards, develop metering instructions, connection diagrams, and prepare designs for new and special meter installations. Candidate will also prepare, install, commission, and analyze primary and secondary metering. The candidate will be required to respond to customer inquiries regarding metering equipment and installations as required and will be responsible to perform credit and collections duties and meter read verifications.

Qualified and interested applicants should submit their cover letter and resume through the Career Opportunities page at www.cornwallelectric.com by May 31, 2023. We thank all respondents, however due to volume we will only contact those selected for an interview.

Cornwall Electric (CE) together with FortisOntario, is committed to nurturing a positive, professional, and equal opportunity workforce. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are equipped to accommodate individual needs identified to us throughout our hiring process.

Seaway Valley Community Health Centre seeks new members to join the Board of Directors

Are you passionate about your community?

Are you seeking ways to contribute to your community?

We are looking for diverse individuals to fill vacancies on SVCHC's Board of Directors for 2023-2024. New members will be elected at our Annual General Meeting held September 21, 2023.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resumé to Erin Killoran by May 31, 2023.

killorane@seawayvalleychc.ca

We’re Hiring Employment Opportunities

most recent job postings from Cornwall employers

JUNIOR CARPENTER required for residential construction company. Tools, transportation and work references required.

Improve recruitment and retention with exit interviews

Reviews and testimonials are essential to doing business in the modern world. In today’s competitive labour market, conducting an exit interview is your opportunity to learn more about the worker’s experience within your company and potentially become a more desirable workplace.

Targeted recruitment: An exit interview allows you to learn more about the vacated role, which has likely evolved. This knowledge helps you elevate your job ad from a boilerplate to a targeted description of expectations. The more precise your job ad, the better your chance of identifying the most suitable hire.

Enhanced retention: When an employee leaves, they’re more likely to give candid feedback about their experience on the job. This information can help you make informed adjustments to your corporate culture. It can also help you know which practices are working. It all adds up to an opportunity to improve conditions for those who remain with you. Ask a local employment agency or counsellor to advise or support your recruitment and retention, from job ads to exit interviews. For more information plus additional web job postings visit Choosecornwall.ca or call 613-933-0074

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

6-month Contract

The Corporation of the Township of South Glengarry is currently seeking a

Water Treatment Operator

Reporting to the Director of Water/Wastewater Operations the Water Treatment Operator will require the following skills and qualifications:

• Experience in Water/Wastewater Treatment and hold a minimum Class 1 Water Treatment Certificate which meets the requirements under the Ontario Regulation 128/04, Wastewater Treatment Class 1 Certificate which meets the requirements under the Ontario Regulation 129/04.

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a public- sector work environment.

• Effective verbal and listening communications skills

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

• Demonstrated computer proficiency

• Available for on-call schedules

FREELANCE REPORTERS /PHOTOGRAPHER IMMEDIATE OPENING

Reporting to the editor, the main responsibilities of the reporter/photographer are to take photos 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 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 email: rshaver@seawaynews.media

• Electrical and Mechanical experience will be considered an asset

This is a 6 month contact unionized position. Salary range $27.50/hr - $30.12/hr)

Qualified and interested applicants should submit their cover letter and resume to Cyndi DeVries, Human Resources Advisor no later than 4:00pm, May 26, 2023 by e-mail to cdevries@southglengarry.com. A full job description can be found on the Township’s website www.southglengarry.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest however, we will only respond to those selected for an interview.

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.

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Albert Villeneuve on Wednesday, May 10th, 2023 at Woodland Villa at the age of 85 years. Beloved husband of Madeleine Villeneuve (née Crites). Loving father of Todd Villeneuve (Christina). Cherished Poppa of Kyle Villeneuve, Tyson Villeneuve, and Lydia Villeneuve. He will be sadly missed by his daughter-in-law Laurie Cotnam Villeneuve (Mike). Dear brother of Elaine Leger (Late Maurice), Vivian Welcher (Kenneth) both of Cornwall and Rita Villeneuve of Gatineau. Beloved brother-in-law of Betty Currier (Len) and Rita Lefave. Robert will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents; Joseph Villeneuve and Doreen Villeneuve (née Charlebois), his brothers; Eugene Villeneuve (Donna), Raymond and Marcel Villeneuve (Carole) and by his sisters; Olive Fontaine and Lillian Coleman (late Jack). As per Robert’s wishes cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, May 19th, 2023 in St. Peter’s Church at 11 a.m. Interment in St. Lawrence Valley Cemetery, Ingleside. As expressions of sympathy Memorial Donations to the Children’s Treatment Center or to Cornwall Hospice would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Wilson Funeral Home, 822 Pitt Street, Cornwall, ON (613-938-3888). Online messages of condolences may be made in the obituary section of www.wilsonfuneralhome.ca

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UPDATE: Cyber Incident Progress

Cornwall Community Hospital (CCH) is pleased to report that it has made significant progress since identifying the cyber incident on April 11th.

CCH has largely now returned to its standard approach to patient care, with clinical activity volumes (emergency, inpatient,

surgical, etc.) back to accustomed levels.

While there have been delays with respect to patient access to some services (particularly with respect to Diagnostic Imaging, such as X-rays, CT-scans, MRIs, etc.), we generally expect improvement in access to these services within the next week. We are also

Letters to the Editor —

CCH network issues

It has been nearly four weeks since there has been an update posted to the CCH website in regards to the hacking incident affecting the majority of the hospitals day to day operations.

As a publicly funded institution I believe it is prudent to keep the public informed of the situation. At a time where trust is eroded in public institutions I believe it should be the utmost importance to lay bare the truth and the real impact the cyberattack has placed on the already stressed system.

In communicating the facts and truth of the

situation, residents would no longer need to surmise the issue, guess at what is affected or not and certainly the rumour mill could be quelled.

Until there is transparency I fear that trust will continue to be eroded. Until then, we can only assume that the parking gates, ER line tickets, mental health appointments, surgery appointments, x ray’s, MRI’s and all medical records are compromised.

The public deserves answers.

Jordon Wheeler

continuing to manage some support functions, including payroll, staff scheduling, etc., through alternative solutions for the time being and will provide further updates on this front when they become available.

We thank you all for your patience and support. We are working full throttle with our

partners to minimize any inconvenience these issues may cause and ensure that CCH’s return to standard operations resumes as soon as possible.

Please continue to visit the CCH website (www.cornwallhospital.ca) or the hospital’s social media channels to stay informed.

Keep kids safe during lawn mower season

Dear Editor,

When I was two years old, I ran into the path of a riding lawn mower and lost my right leg below the knee. It all happened so fast: one moment I was playing outside, and the next I was too close to the mower.

Having grown up as part of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, I am now committed to spreading the Association’s PLAYSAFE message. With lawn cutting season upon us, I want everyone to know that kids should not ride, operate or play near lawn mowers.

Though I’ve learned to accept and appreciate who I am today, I want to use my

experience to help prevent others from going through what I did. Please make sure children are always at a safe distance from lawn mowers. And don’t underestimate the importance of safety when operating any machinery. I urge you to take the necessary precautions to protect yourself and those around you.

If you would like to learn more about how to play safely and hear stories from other young amputees like me who have lost limbs in accidents, visit waramps.ca/playsafe.

Jarod Murray, 21

Jarod Murray is from Vanessa, Ontario. His message is of national interest.

Cornwall Transit Fare Increase May 1.2023

I just do NOT understand the thinking behind City Transit to INCREASE FARES after Covid 19 Pandemic. Yes the 2-3 years the pandemic was here it hurt revenue for Cornwall Transit. But that was the same for all Transit throught out the world. What The City of Cornwall / Transit should be doing is attracting customers with lower rates , its called VOLUME SALES ! Why is a child paying the same cash fare as an adult. So a Doctor or a Lawler can board the bus and pay 3.00$, and a child boards the bus and pays 3.00$ , Something wrong here?

Don’t laugh, some Police officiers and city personel have rode the bus.

“it’s not about the money” is a familiar opening in a conversation about health care. It usually signals bafflegab is coming because a sensible, responsible, grownup discussion about healthcare is about money. All else is window dressing and misdirection. Social programs are maintained by money, taxpayers’ money. And a program’s efficacy is determined by the budgets allocated to it.

In terms of money spent, Ontario is failing the public healthcare system. The Financial Accountability Office of Ontario reports that the government doubled its funding for private clinics in the final quarter of the last fiscal year (January to March) compared to the previous three quarters of the year. It has continued to increase funding for private clinics ever since, overspending the private clinics budget line while it has underspent on public health care by $1.25billion this year so far.

Its time more City Employees start using the Bus including City Politicians, and not just for Special Events.?

Also I hope the New Management at Cornwall Transit reconsiders putting back the route cuts, especially Sunrise going up Hamilton, as it was the only bus route to get close to Marleau to get to work, when the Business Park Bus was not in service. They made these cuts so that the bus is not late, from what I see the busses are still running late .

Anyways I am just 1 VOICE Speake up People, I have.?

Derek Sheppard

Bill 60 is not about tackling the backlog in surgeries and diagnostics. The public system is being abandoned and people are suffering. Our public hospital operating rooms could handle patient needs on a non-profit basis as they always have done. The lack of capacity preventing them is caused by government underfunding. Bill 60 is really about the creation of a costly alternative that gives the for-profits the opportunity to cash in on ill health, aging, and frailty.

Privatization was not a ballot question in 2022 and waiting till the election of 2026 is not feasible. Participate in the citizens referendum throughout SDG and Cornwall on May 26-27. Vote to tell the government if you want our public hospital services to be privatized to for-profit hospitals and clinics.

Elaine MacDonald, co-chair of the SDG/Cornwall Health Coalition

CitaZen présentée par Desjardins

Les élèves de l’école Secondaire Catholique La Citadelle disposent d’un nouvel espace vers lequel se tourner pour faire face à l’anxiété et aux pressions liées à la santé mentale. Grâce à un généreux don de la Caisse Desjardins et à la collaboration de plusieurs partenaires communautaires, CitaZen, une salle de bien-être, a vu le jour.

Dans le cadre de l’élaboration du plan Vibrant Communities ; Our Safety and Wellbeing du Social Development Council (SDC), un groupe de personnes ayant une expertise vécue unique s’est réuni pour créer le Lived Experience Advisory Council (LEAC) (Conseil consultatif sur l’expérience vécue). Son principal objectif était de donner des conseils sur les stratégies du plan et de veiller à ce qu’elles répondent aux besoins de notre communauté.

L’idée d’une salle de bien-être dans les écoles est venue à Meghan Carter, membre du LEAC, diplômée de SLC Social Service Worker, bénévole active dans la communauté et militante, lors d’une réunion. Grâce à son travail bénévole au sein de l’Association canadienne pour la santé mentale (ACSM), elle a pris connaissance d’une idée similaire

Le dimanche 14 mai 2023 marque le lancement officiel de la Semaine de la police 2023 en Ontario. Le Service de police de Cornwall (SPC) est heureux de se joindre aux services de police de toute la province pour cet événement annuel.

La Semaine de la police est une semaine de reconnaissance annuelle qui vise à accroître la sensibilisation de la communauté et la reconnaissance des services de police, tout en renforçant les partenariats entre la police et les personnes qu’elle sert. C’est l’occasion de rendre hommage à tous les membres des services de police pour leur engagement ferme à assurer la sécurité

de club de bien-être développée avant la pandémie par Allyson Ayotte, alors étudiante à la Citadelle, qui n’a malheureusement pas pu voir le jour en raison des restrictions imposées par le Covid.

“Une enquête menée par Sick Kids révèle que 70 % des enfants et des jeunes ont sig nalé une détérioration de leur santé mentale depuis le début de la pandémie. En tant que promoteur de la santé mentale travaillant dans les écoles et la communauté, j’ai vu de mes propres yeux l’impact de la pandémie sur les jeunes. L’espoir de CitaZen est de mieux soutenir le bien-être des jeunes dans un environnement sûr qui améliore à la fois la santé mentale et les liens sociaux entre pairs afin de retrouver un sentiment de nor malité”. Angele D’Alessio, promotrice en santé mentale, ACSM Champlain Est.

“Au cours des centaines de conversations que nous avons eues pendant la consultation publique lors de l’élaboration de notre plan Collectivités dynamiques, la santé mentale est ressortie comme étant la préoccupation numéro 1 à aborder dans notre région. Le plan met également l’accent sur la prévention et c’est pourquoi nous avons donné la

caressons l’idée d’ouvrir un centre de bienêtre pour les étudiants. La pandémie avait retardé le projet. Heureusement, grâce à l’appui de divers partenaires du milieu et à une subvention de la Caisses Desjardins, le projet s’est finalement concrétisé. Je suis persuadé que ce centre d’accueil et les

La SDC travaillera avec une équipe du Bureau de santé de l’est de l’Ontario pour évaluer le succès de ce projet pilote. Avec l’évaluation et un guide pour la création d’un tel espace, la DDC espère proposer ce projet à tous les conseils scolaires de la région d’ici début 2024.

de l’Ontario.

Depuis 1970, la Semaine de la police a lieu en mai pour coïncider avec le Jour commémoratif des agents de la paix, qui est reconnu internationalement le 15 mai.

Le thème provincial pour 2023 est “Bâtir des ponts : Célébrer les partenariats entre la police et la communauté”. Le thème de cette année donne l’occasion de célébrer les efforts de collaboration des services de police avec leurs communautés et leurs partenaires locaux pour lutter contre les risques prioritaires locaux et assurer la sécurité et le bien-être de la communauté dans son ensemble en Ontario. Il souligne

également l’importance de ces partenariats qui encouragent une approche intégrée de la prestation de services et des efforts d’intervention en cas d’urgence.

“En plus de nos employés extraordinaires, les nombreux partenariats communautaires que le Service de police de Cornwall entretient continuent d’être l’une des plus grandes forces de notre service de police “, a déclaré Stephanie MacRae, directrice de la stratégie d’entreprise et des communications pour le SPC. “Nous avons le privilège d’entretenir d’excellentes relations de travail avec des partenaires de divers secteurs, notamment la santé, les services sociaux, l’éducation et, bien sûr, les forces de l’ordre. Ensemble, nous travaillons collectivement pour soutenir notre vision d’une “Cornouailles plus sûre”.

Le CPS souhaite inviter la communauté à prendre part à un certain nombre d’initiatives cette semaine dans le cadre de la célébration :

Le

Il y a quelque chose de nouveau qui se passe au parc Lamoureux la fin de semaine prochaine. Le Musée communautaire de Cornwall vous invite au lancement de sa saison à l’occasion de la fête de Victoria. Le samedi 20 mai et le dimanche 21 mai, le musée invite toute la famille à venir au parc Lamoureux pour participer à notre célébration. À l’extérieur du musée, visitez le kiosque d’information et apprenez-en davantage sur l’histoire de la ville et de la région. Essayez de deviner l’artefact et voyez lequel vous avez

- Journée portes ouvertes - Arrêtez-vous à notre Bureau de la réduction de la criminalité et des partenariats communautaires, situé au 330, chemin Montréal, le 18 mai 2023, entre 15 h et 19 h, pour rencontrer des membres du SCP, ainsi que nos partenaires communautaires. Vous pourrez en apprendre davantage sur les unités spécialisées du SCP, voir nos véhicules et découvrir certains des programmes que nous avons mis en place. Un barbecue est offert par le Club Optimiste de Cornwall. Tout le monde est le bienvenu !

- Ouverture de l’inscription à Bikes & Badges - Bikes & Badges revient le 3 juin 2023 au Collège St. Lawrence (2, promenade St. Lawrence, Cornwall, ON) de 10 h à 12 h. L’inscription en ligne débutera le vendredi 19 mai 2023 sur le site Web de la SCP (www.cornwallpolice.com).

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trouvé. Pour les plus jeunes, il y a des activités spécialement conçues pour eux. Les crieurs publics de Cornwall seront également présents. Les événements commencent à l’extérieur du musée et se poursuivent à l’intérieur où vous pouvez explorer l’histoire du passé de notre ville et surtout voir la nouvelle exposition sur Cornwall et la Couronne. Il y a tant à voir et à apprendre. Le lancement aura lieu de 9 h à 16 h. Intégrez-le à vos projets pour le week-end de la fête de la Reine.

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lance sa saison 2023

Semaine de la police - bâtir des ponts : célébrer les partenariats entre la police et la communauté

Les tracteurs électriques : la technologie de l’avenir en agriculture?

Les tracteurs électriques sont de plus en plus présents dans les exploitations agricoles en Amérique du Nord — et pour cause! Voici quelques-unes des raisons pour lesquelles ils représentent l’avenir :

• Ils sont plus « verts » : respectueux de l’environnement, les tracteurs électriques ne rejettent pas de CO2 ou d’autres polluants dans l’atmosphère. Ils évitent par ailleurs aux agriculteurs d’inhaler des fumées toxiques lorsqu’ils travaillent dans des espaces clos comme les granges.

• Ils sont plus silencieux : il a été prouvé que le bruit des tracteurs diesel (qui s’élève à plus de 85 décibels) peut à long terme causer des dommages auditifs permanents. Les moteurs électriques n’émettent quant à eux pratiquement aucun son, ce qui facilite en outre la communication entre les travailleurs et crée un environnement plus sécuritaire.

• Ils sont moins chers à utiliser : l’électricité ne coûte qu’une fraction du prix du diesel. Les panneaux solaires peuvent également alimenter les tracteurs électriques. Bref, finies les inquiétudes liées aux fluctuations extrêmes du prix des combustibles fossiles!

• Ils sont plus efficaces : les tracteurs électriques sont beaucoup plus efficaces, car toute l’énergie utilisée sert à travailler; avec un tracteur diesel, une grande partie est gaspillée sous forme de chaleur. De plus, les moteurs électriques ont un couple important à faible vitesse.

• Ils exigent moins d’entretien : ayant moins de pièces mobiles, les moteurs des tracteurs électriques nécessitent peu d’entretien — pas d’huile à vidanger ou de mises au point à prévoir, notamment. Les batteries devraient même durer environ 10 ans.

Jusqu’à tout récemment, les tracteurs électriques ne constituaient pas vraiment une option pour les agriculteurs. Or, de nombreux grands fabricants en proposent désormais à prix abordable!

Pourquoi les fermes familiales sont-elles en déclin?

Pour de nombreuses familles, l’agricul ture n’est pas seulement un travail : c’est un mode de vie! Les exploitations familiales prennent soin de l’environnement, produisent des aliments sains et favorisent la vitalité des communautés. Or, elles sont présente ment en déclin. Voici quelques-unes des rai sons qui expliquent ce phénomène :

• Le manque de relève : les prix des pro duits de base et les revenus diminuent, alors que les dépenses augmentent. Par consé quent, de nombreuses fermes familiales sont moins lucratives qu’avant, si bien que les jeunes sont moins disposés à prendre la relève.

• L’attrait de la ville : pour plusieurs jeunes, les emplois de cols blancs bien rémunérés sont plus attrayants que les métiers de l’agriculture. Ils veulent être au cœur de l’action en milieu urbain.

• Les conglomérats agricoles : ceux-ci

continuent d’acquérir de vastes étendues de terres, entraînant le déclin des petites exploitations familiales, lesquelles ne peuvent pas rivaliser avec ces superpuissances sur le marché mondial.

Les fermes familiales investissent dans le bien-être des communautés. Vous aimeriez contribuer à leur pérennité? Achetez auprès de vos producteurs locaux chaque fois que vous le pouvez!

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VENTE DE JARDIN ANNUELLE DE LA COMMUNAUTÉ DE LONG SAULT le sam. 27 mai de 8h à 14h.

Le CLUB COMMUNAUTAIRE DES 50+ organise une partie d’Euchre le samedi 20 mai à St. Matthews, 15 Memorial Square, Ingleside. Heure : de 12 à 16 heures. Prix en espèces. Prix de présence gratuit. Tirage au sort “Share the Wealth”. Rafraîchissements disponibles. Adultes bienvenus. Aucune inscription ou partenaire n’est nécessaire. Renseignements : Betty 613-9841431 ou Jack 613-537-2295.

BINGO DES SENIORS DE ST. LAWRENCE SENIORS BINGO à l’ANAF les lundis et jeudis. Ouverture des portes à 10 heures. Le bingo commence à 12 heures. Tout le monde est le bienvenu. Le prochain jeu d’euchre aura lieu le mercredi 7 juin. Veuillez appeler le 613-936-6060 pour réserver.

BINGO À LA PAROISSE DE LA PRECIEUSE SANG, Glen Walter. 17 et 31 mai, 14 et 28 juin. Ouverture des portes à 17h00, lève-tôt à 18h20. Le bingo commence à 19h00.

Renseignements : 613-931-1424

DÉJEUNERS DU MERCREDI : par les membres des Chevaliers de Colomb “Seniors & Friends”, 205 Amelia St. (en bas) les mercredis de 11h30 à 13h.

COLLECTE DE FONDS SPAGHETTI : le dernier vendredi du mois. La prochaine collecte de fonds aura lieu le 26 mai aux Chevaliers de Colomb, 205, rue Amelia (en bas), de 11 h 30 à 13 h et de 16 h à 18 h 30.

ST. FRANCIS KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS reprend son traditionnel déjeuner familial communautaire le dimanche 28 mai dans la salle paroissiale de St. Francis (434 Second St. W.) de 8 h 30 à midi. Tout le monde est le bienvenu. Accessible grâce à un ascenseur.

Le MONTREAL WELSH MALE CHOIR présentera une soirée de musique le dimanche 28 mai à 19 h 30 à l’église presbytérienne St. Andrew’s, à South Lancaster. Les billets peuvent être achetés à la porte ou en réservant au 613-931-2545. Après le concert, un dessert et des rafraîchissements seront servis dans le hall de l’église. Tout le monde est le bienvenu.

BINGO AU CCÉC ! Venez jouer tous les lundis à 18 h. Les portes ouvrent à 16 h. PAS DE RÉSERVATION. Rendezvous au CCÉC 146b avenue Chevrier, Cornwall.

Les Chevaliers de Colomb, 205 rue Amelia (en bas). Wings & Things tous les jeudis de 16h30 à 20h. Possibilité de plats à emporter.

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Arthur and Ann Brown announce with great pride the graduation of their son Adam

on June 23, 2023, from the University of Anytown. He is the proud brother of Anik Brown.

John and Jane Smith announce with great pride the graduation of their daughter

Julie graduated, Summa Cum Laude, on June 23, 2023, from the University of Anytown. She is currently employed at Anywhere Inc. She is the proud sister of Justin Smith.

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City of Cornwall launches Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Campaign

The City of Cornwall launched Profession in Play — Profession en Jeu, a campaign that aims to promote Early Childhood Educators (ECE) and the important role they play in our community.

“We all know that safe and high-quality childcare is crucial for our community,” said Kristine Greaves, Children’s Services Deputy Administrator. “90% of adult brain development occurs between birth and the age of five.

“That’s why we support childcare operators throughout Cornwall and SDG to make sure that your child has the right start in life that he or she needs to succeed.”

Early childhood educators (ECEs) provide children with the foundation they need to grow into future leaders. ECEs use their extensive

knowledge of learning and child development to create high-quality learning opportunities through play and exploration.

Educators are trained to understand brain development and how to support healthy growth, identify children’s developmental stages and capabilities in social, emotional, cognitive, linguistic, and physical domains, build partnerships with families to support children’s well-being and Plan activities that promote learning and build on children’s current abilities and interests.

Currently there is a demand for staff, for a variety of positions, to work in licensed childcare centres throughout Cornwall and SDG.

Career opportunities in licensed child care centres include Registered Early Childhood

Educators (RECEs), Assistant Teachers, Supply Staff, Cooks and Enhanced Support staff.

Anyone interested in a career in early childhood education can refer to the City website for the contact information for all the licensed child care operators in our region: https:// www.cornwall.ca/en/live-here/licensed-childcare-centres.aspx.

What’s more, employees currently working in licensed child care and who want to obtain their Early Childhood Education diploma while working can do so through the Early Childhood Educators Qualifications Upgrade Program. To learn more on the program, visit https://ecegrants.on.ca/qualifications-upgrade/

“Being an Early Childhood Educator is really rewarding and it’s something that I’m really

passionate about,” said Carrie Van Allen, an RECE. “That’s why I continued in this field. I love what I do on a day-to-day basis, and I love shaping the minds of tomorrow.