Cornwall Seaway News May 24, 2023 Edition

$27 million in “performance bonuses” to housing gatekeepers is just wrong

Eric Duncan 3 Minutes with the MP

MP FOR STORMONT, DUNDAS & SOUTH GLENGARRY

After eight years of Justin Trudeau and the Liberal government, the average down payment needed to buy a house has doubled to a staggering $45,000. Monthly mortgage payments have doubled to over $3,100. In 2015, the average price of rent in Canada for a 1-bedroom apartment was $973 and today it has reached $1760.

9 of 10 Canadians looking to buy their first home have given up the dream of home ownership because they can’t afford the price of rent, while trying to save for the massive down payments that are now required.

If they do manage to save enough for a

down payment, new homeowners now face skyrocketing mortgage rates, because of interest rates caused by massive Liberal deficits; a “double-whammy” hit at the worst time possible for Canadians.

The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) is the federal agency responsible for creating reasonably priced housing in Canada. Their performance in recent years has been a failure, to say the least.

The CMHC says we need to build 5.8 million new homes by 2030 to just keep up with demand. Simply put: demand for new homes is not keeping up anywhere near the actual number of new builds in Canada.

The CMHC data for January 2023 showed new housing starts were at the lowest level since 2020, down 52% in Toronto and 14% in Vancouver. As a country, we have the lowest number of housing units per thousand

Digital Service Squad launched

There is a new resource available to local small businesses that are looking to adopt new technology.

The Cornwall Business Enterprise Centre is launching a new Digital Service Squad service that will provide one-on-one advisory services to business owners in Cornwall, Stormont, Dundas, Glengarry and Akwesasne who want to evaluate their current digital setup, review best practices and evaluate new technologies.

“We are excited to welcome a Digital Service Squad to Cornwall, SDG and Akwesasne,” said Shauna Baggs, Business Consultant with the Cornwall Business Enterprise Centre. “We are happy to have been selected to receive these funds to assist small businesses with their online technologies and look forward to helping local business owners adapt to new tools.”

The Digital Service Squad is being funded through a grant of $65,000 from the Digital

residents of any G7 country and this shortage of supply is driving up prices on all types of homes.

By every objective measure, we are in a housing crisis in every part of Canada and the CMHC is failing miserably on their own targets to deliver homes for Canadians.

To add insult to injury, we recently found out that federal bureaucrats at the CMHC received over $27 million taxpayer dollars in “performance bonuses” just last year alone. To clarify, this is not $27 million in base salaries, but rather in extra bonuses on top of regular wages and benefits. 2,100 employees received a $12,000 bonus on average, and we also found out that 100% of CMHC executives got a performance bonus in the last two years.

Given the disastrous state of housing in Canada, it begs the question: just how low is the bar for performance at the CMHC?

At a time when housing starts needs to double or triple from the current pace, the CMHC is instead overseeing a stunning decline in housing starts. To give “performance bonuses” to CMHC bureaucrats with these results is incredibly out of touch with the reality facing too many Canadians. Furthermore, it is insulting to those struggling to buy their first home and reasonable Canadians would likely agree that CMHC performance bonuses should be tied to performance and to the number of homes built.

Rather than making the housing crisis worse, we must address it with real solutions. We need to free up federal lands and buildings, speed up building permits, and withhold federal funding from cities that refuse to get shovels in the ground and get Canadians into new homes.

A Conservative government will do exactly that and bring homes Canadians can afford.

Main Stret Program. In addition to the Digital Service Squad, the program also funds the Digital Transformation Grant, which can provide funding of up to $2500.

Cornwall Business Enterprise Centre in partnership with Digital Main Street has announced that they have received a grant of $65,00 from the Digital Main Street program, which provides small business owners with the tools and support needed to digitally transform their businesses.

Can high-fat foods for seniors can be healthy? Fats for elderly people can have health benefits and provide an adequate amount of calories. Beyond that, meeting the recommended fat intake for elderly people can be both nutritious and delicious.

Mr. Faiz Cheema has joined the CBEC team to lead the local Digital Service Squad. Mr. Cheema brings a passion for marketing and dedication to supporting local businesses, along with several years of experience working in the business sector.

“I am looking forward to meeting local small business owners and helping them find solutions to their digital business needs,” says Mr. Cheema.

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Often, older people can have unintended weight loss and other health problems due to not getting enough nutrients. Healthy, unsaturated fats can be high in calories while also helping seniors stay at a healthy weight

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Rent a Bike on the Riverside Trail

BY KEVIN LAJOIE CHOOSECORNWALL.CA

Cornwall Ontario – Looking for a fun day trip or weekend getaway idea? Get rolling on the Riverside Trail and enjoy a day of beautiful waterfront cycling in Cornwall.

Cornwall’s Marina 200 – located just east of the Cornwall Civic Complex on Water Street – is once again offering its popular bike rental service to make it easier for visitors to enjoy the spectacular Riverside Trail.

The bike rental service will begin on Friday, May 19th and continue until Saturday, September 30th.

“The interest in the bicycle rental program continues to grow each summer and we expect this year to be the best yet,” said Tara Quesnel, Supervisor, Recreation & Programming with the City of Cornwall. “We

see many visiting boaters and other visitors to the community who take advantage of the bike rentals to explore our amazing waterfront.”

Located right along the trail, the marina offers a perfect starting point for those who wish to discover this recreational gem. The scenic Riverside Trail – part of the larger Waterfront Trail network extending across Ontario – stretches over 40 kilometres from Cornwall all the way to Upper Canada Village, with countless attractions, outdoor spaces and landmarks along the way. It’s also a block away from the many restaurants and shops in Downtown Cornwall – a perfect place to do some shopping and dining once the cycling trip is over.

For rental information visit www. choosecornwall.ca/news

NOTICE OF PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE #2

City of Cornwall Archaeological Management Plan, 2023

The City of Cornwall’s Planning Division is undertaking the City’s first Archaeological Management Plan (CAMP). The CAMP will establish a management framework to ensure the future identification, evaluation and conservation of the City of Cornwall’s archaeological resources.

The Draft Archaeological Management Plan (May 2023) has been prepared and will be ready for public review on the City’s project website on Wednesday May 24, 2023 at https://www.cornwall.ca/en/do-business/ archaeological-management-plan.aspx.

The Draft CAMP includes:

• An overview of the relevant policy and protocols for managing archaeological resources;

• Indigenous Engagement Protocol for the City;

• Historical background and known archaeological resources;

• Archaeological site potential model for Cornwall; and

• An outline for when an archaeological assessment is required.

You are invited to attend a Public Open House to learn more about the Draft CAMP, and the final next steps for the project. The Public Open House will be held on: Wednesday May 31, 2023 – 5:00 pm to

7:00 pm (Presentation at 5:30 pm)

MacEwen Room, Benson Centre, 800 Seventh Street, Cornwall, ON, K6J 0A3

Note: Kids’ colouring pages and activities will be available.

At the Public Open House, City Staff and WSP-Golder, the City’s archaeological and planning consultant, will be available to answer questions and obtain comments. Should you be unable to attend the Public Open House, the display boards and presentation will be made available on the City’s website following the event.

For additional information on the CAMP, please visit the City’s website at https://www.cornwall.ca/en/do-business/ archaeological-management-plan.aspx. The website will be updated with upcoming engagement events, and as reports and the Draft AMP become available.

If you have any accessibility requirements to participate in the Public Open House, please contact:

Manon L. Levesque, City Clerk

Tel: 613-930-2787 ext. 2316 Email: mlevesque@cornwall.ca

Information will be collected in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all comments will be part of the public record.

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CORNWALL LEGION SENIORS 60 AND OVER CLUB Members monthly Pot Luck

Luncheon, meeting and bingo will be held on Thursday, June 1st, 2023, starting at noon. We have a new executive for next year, starting in September 2023. Bring in your cards in September to re-new your membership NEW MEMBERS ARE WELCOME.

ST. LAWRENCE SENIORS BINGO at ANAF Mondays and Thursdays. Doors open at 10am. Bingo starts at 12pm. Everyone welcome. Next euchre is on wed., June 7th. Please call 613-936-6060 for reservations.

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 at wayne.locke@hotmail.com

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.

BINGO AT PRECIOUS BLOOD PARISH, Glen Walter. May 17 & 31, June 14 & 28. Doors open @ 5:00pm, Early Bird @ 6:20pm. Bingo starts @ 7:00pm. Info-613-931-1424

LANCASTER LONG TERM CARE WALK FOR ALZHEIMERS May 26 from 10am-2pm at Lancaster Long Term Care Residence, 105 Military Rd. Entertainment, photo booth, snack shack. Info: 613-347-3016.

SEAWAY SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB sents Birds in your Backyard with Mike Chegrinec on Tues., June 6 from 1-3 pm in the Oak Room. Registration and info: 613932-4969 or seaayseniors@gmail.com YOU? You are not alone. There is help and hope. Call 613-937-4880 or visit www. al-anon.org

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 https://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.

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.

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.

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.

BANDSHELL. Sat. June 3rd 10:30 - 11:30

a.m. Music by Cornwall New Horizons Band. Come out and join in the fun. For further info, www.cornwallnewhorizonsband.org or see us on Facebook

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

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 613-362-4881 or 613-931-1580.

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.

BEREAVED FAMILIES of ONTARIOSOUTH 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 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.

CORNWALL LEGION SENIORS 60 AND OVER CLUB Bid Euchre enthusiasts, games on Thurs., June 8th,15th, 22nd and 29th in main hall at 1 pm.

Thank you Kin Dave and his BBQ crew at last Sunday’s Hospice Hike. Great BBQ.

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

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 18th 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.

TRI-COUNTY LITERACY COUNCIL is pleased to offer a FREE 4-Week Daycare Worker Training. Starts Monday, June 19, 2023 at 1pm Classes run Monday to Thursday. To register, call 613-932-7161.

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

YARD SALES THIS WEEKEND

8 am, rain or shine. Household items and a lot of beautiful exclusive Christmas items.

MEN’S GARAGE SALE at 6556 Rae Road, South Stormont on Sat., May 27 & Sun., May 28th at 8 am. Riding lawn mower, snowblower, small power tools, etc. Rain or Shine.

GARAGE SALE – Sat. May 27th from 8 am – 3 pm at 109 Markell Cres. Bread maker, toaster, suitcases and much more.

To book your yard garage sale ad email: jmayer@seawaynews.media or call 613-933-0014 ext 7258

Word ads cost $11+tax per week and can be paid by cash or credit card.

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

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.

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.

Cornwall installs first park communication board

The City of Cornwall has added a new feature with big impact to the Benson Centre Park.

In an effort to increase inclusive play, the City of Cornwall has installed its first communication board at the newly created park.

A communication board is a device that displays a common set of photos, symbols, or illustrations to help people with limited language skills express themselves. The user can gesture, point, or blink at images to communicate with others.

“Adding elements in our parks that increase inclusive play and socialization skills is very important,” said Jamie Fawthrop, General Manager of Planning, Development and Recreation. “This board can be used by people of all ages and abilities”.

Saturday, May 27, 2023 Cornwall Civic Complex

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

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The City of Cornwall consulted a speech

language pathologist from CHEO on the selection of the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) symbols used on the new communication board. The board features images of depicting emotions, feelings, actions, and park equipment to assist and encourage language development and communication.

“The installation of the communication board at the Benson Centre demonstrates Council’s commitment to inclusivity,” said Mayor Justin Towndale. “We are eager to incorporate more inclusive elements into other neighbourhood parks across the City.

The communication board at the Benson Centre is not the only park project to focus on inclusivity. The City of Cornwall is currently partnering with Rachel’s Kids on the recent announcement of an inclusive park at St. Therese Park.

Community rallies to rebuild burned down batting cages

KRYSTINE THERRIAULT

ktherriault@seawaynews.media

The Cornwall District Minor Baseball batting cages were set on fire twice this month. The second fire which took place late Tuesday afternoon destroyed the structure. In less than two days, local businesses and community members have already raised over $7,000 of the organization’s $11,000 fundraising goal to rebuild.

Contractors were hired to fix the batting cage for use this season after a recent string of vandalism, but the second fire damaged it beyond repair.

“We will rebuild it and we will be installing cameras throughout the park,” says a Cornwall District Minor Baseball Facebook post, “If you have any information or you saw anything related to the fire, please reach out.”

Cornwall Minor District Baseball President, Kyle Bergeron, set up a GoFundMe page on Wednesday to raise funds for the repairs. Bergeron explained that while insurance will cover some of the cost of building a new

structure, due to the age of the batting cages they will not get the full value. Within three hours they raised 35% of their fundraising goal.

been outstanding! We have had many donations so far, big and small. Every single one means the world to us,” shared Bergeron, “It is so incredibly weird to be this happy after what happened but Cornwall and the amazing people who not only live here but obviously care about their commun ity have put me in a great mood despite the unfortunate vandalism.”

Sexual Assault Prevention Month

Primitive relexes

Lisa

Blanchard

The Friendly Parent

LISABRMT@OUTLOOK.COM

In this month’s column, I am going to talk about a phenomenon that happens in our children that many people, both lay person and professional, are not aware of that may be causing learning difficulties, emotional dysregulation, and social anxieties in our children. In infancy, babies come prepared with automatic reflexes that assist them in beginning to explore their environment and that help build the foundation of the brain. They are called “primitive reflexes”. After the first 2 years of a baby’s life, these reflexes become integrated in the brain and more formal movement and learning is seen. For some children however, these reflexes do not integrate, and they continue to be elicited without anyone really knowing. These unintegrated reflexes

may become the cause of certain learning disabilities, behavioural and emotional issues.

RMT (rhythmic movement training) is based on the work of Kerstin Linde (child movement specialist), Dr. Harald Blomberg (psychiatrist) and Moira Dempsey (developmental movement kinesiologist). They developed a series of rhythmic movements that help integrate the reflexes, based on their observations of how infants are meant to move. The movements in Rhythmic Movement Training (RMT) are based on replicating the movements that infants naturally make. These reflexes can be assessed to see if they have been integrated or not. If they have not, parents can learn the rhythmic movements and do them with their children. In completing these movements, the nervous system begins to create new pathways in the brain that will then provide the opportunity for easier learning and whole brain-body development. Integrating the reflexes will allow the child to have access

Cornwall Electric rate increase

Cornwall Electric rates will increase 1.67% on July 1, 2023. This will equate to an increase of $2.38 per month for a residential customer using 1000 kWh monthly.

Like all utilities in Ontario, the wholesale cost of electricity is passed through to customers. This cost represents approximately 80% of a customer’s total bill. Jackie Baird, Regional Manager of Cornwall Electric, says, “The longterm contract in place with Hydro Quebec is a wholesale contract, and it has and continues

to allow Cornwall Electric rates to be one of the lowest in surrounding electrical utilities and will continue to provide rate stability of energy prices and reliable electricity well into the future for our customers. As well with this longterm agreement, Cornwall Electric purchase near 100% hydro energy and are committed to continue to focus on the future of renewable energy for our customers.”

The remaining 20% of the customer’s bill represents the distribution charges. These

to the whole brain for learning and moving. The movements are easy to learn, and parents find that they are straightforward to use at home. Children like them and find them beneficial. Adults also find them easy to remember to do.

These movements are crucial for laying down the foundations of neural network pathway growth and myelination in the brain. They are also important for establishing head control, muscle tone and posture, the basis of our ability to move through life with ease and choice. RMT works with integrating the retained, or underdeveloped, infant reflexes (also called primitive reflexes or neo-natal reflexes) that are involved in learning challenges such as:

ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, writing problems, focusing and comprehension challenges, co-ordination difficulties and Asperger’s Syndrome. It has also been successful in working with people with anxiety, panic,

charges pay for operating expenses, system maintenance and equipment replacements to the Cornwall Electric electrical system to deliver safe and reliable supply of power to customers.

“Over the last number of years, Cornwall Electric has maintained fair and reasonable rates pursuant to the terms of its franchise, and rate adjustments have been in line with inflation,” Baird said. “ Cornwall Electric remains focused on providing safe and reliable

trauma, emotional imbalances, behavioural problems, schizophrenia, Parkinson’s, psychosis, PTSD and, general overwhelm. Rhythmic Movement Training provides the basis for optimizing our ability in all areas of life. It is beneficial for all no matter what age or skill level. The movements are effective for reflex integration, whole brain learning, optimizing skills, reducing stress, eliminating learning blocks and living well. For many people, the changes experienced when doing rhythmic movements seems magical, however RMT is not a quick fix and for many people the program lasts for a year or more as the various stages of development are revisited and experienced.

If you would like more information about unintegrated reflexes and RMT, you can visit www.brainarchitects.ca to schedule a free information call. You can also email me at lisabrmt@outlook.com to book an appointment. There are solutions!!

electricity while making decisions in the best interest of the customers.”

Typical customer bills fluctuate due to consumption changes related to temperature and seasonal changes. We encourage our customers to consider signing up for our equal payment plan (EPP) if making the same payment over the full year for each bill is easier for a customer’s budget. Cornwall Electric continues to promote energy conservation in an effort to help customers reduce their energy bills.

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Judge didn’t buy ‘honest’ crook pitch

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Judge Michael Fitzpatrick in May 1970 was not impressed when the lawyer representing a Montreal man charged for his role in an armed bank robbery in Finch three months earlier (justice moved at a quicker pace in 1970) produced several letters of support that claimed his client, despite what the court had heard, was really an “outstanding, honest” citizen who inadvertently wandered down the wrong path.

In the defence lawyer’s world it is called a nothing-to-lose hail Mary pass. In this case it was an insult to the judge’s intelligence.

Fitzpatrick noted that the defence lawyer’s “outstanding, honest” client was a convicted criminal out on bail for a Montreal bank robbery when he and three others burst into the Finch bank and threatened employees and customers while brandishing automatic weapons, and that his “outstanding, honest” client had a previous robbery conviction on his rap sheet.

The judge dismissed the letters of support and slapped the 27-year-old with a stiff seven-year prison sentence to be served in addition to the sentence imposed by the Quebec court.

Court was told that Quebec gangsters were hitting Eastern Ontario banks because Quebec courts were handing down long sentences to stem a bank robbery epidemic in La Belle Province.

As a judge, Fitzpatrick said it was his responsibility to make sure the bad guys think twice about moving into Eastern Ontario. He figured seven years would send a clear message.

Faced with the need to replace miles of overhead wiring that helped power its fleet of

electrically-powered buses, Cornwall Street Railway in May 1970 replaced its 13 trolley buses with pollution-spewing diesel-powered buses.

The trolley buses, purchased in 1947 for $23,000 each, were used on the company’s main routes.

The cost of replacing the aging overhead wire system was estimated at $15,000 a mile. The system was losing $240,000 a year. So it became a bottom-line decision.

Several other cities were going the opposite direction and replacing diesel-powered buses with electrically-powered trolleys.

The irony is that many cities are looking at going back to the future when it comes to electric buses, sans the overhead wires.

ALSO IN 1970: Searching for ways to save money, city council was looking at reducing twice-a-week residential garbage pick-ups with once-a-week collections. It also planned to reduce street sweeping. ... The city lifted its service station bylaw that restricted the number of stations to 68. ... Four city organizations were granted lottery/draw licences: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 297, $5,000 bond draw; Kinsmen Club, $1,000 bond draw; Nativity Parish and North End Social Club, bingos. Only charitable or religious organizations (aka Roman Catholic parishes) were eligible for licences. ... Among the 73 Cornwall Regional School of Nursing grads was the school’s first male registered nurse, Carmen Bender of Strathmore. Simone Carriere was the valedictorian. ... The city’s anti-pollution committee pointed the finger at three industries for contributing to pollution.

They were Domtar Construction Materials, Caravelle Carpets and TCF. ... Neil Gallinger had a no-hitter as Domtar Papermen blanked Vankleek Hill 2-0 in a North End Fastball League game. He struck out 16 and walked four. ... Cornwall Township Minor Hockey Association most valuable player award winners were Todd Robertson, atom; Sammy

Moss, peewee; and Kevin Wood, bantam. ... Sportsmanship award winners at the Olympia Bowl Youth Bowling Council (YBC) year-end banquet were David Eamer, Janet Cheetham and Gerald Snyder. ... Veteran NHL goaltender Terry Sawchuk died following surgery for a ruptured spleen. He was 40. ... A ban was placed on commercial perch fishing in Lake St. Francis because of mercury contamination. ... The Liberal government used its majority status to derail calls from the Conservatives, New Democratic Party and Creditistes for old age and veterans’ pensions to be increased. The opposition parties said double-digit inflation was creating hardships for pensioners. ... Four Kent State University students were killed when national guard troops opened fire on a peaceful antiwar demonstration at the Ohio campus.

HITS AND MISSES: Leafs turmoil in a nutshell: They fired the wrong guy. ... Women’s basketball superstar Brittney Griner refused to stand for the national anthem last season. This year she is standing. She said that 10 months in a harsh Russian prison camp changed her mind about her country. ... Alex Ovechkin is back in Russia where he spends the offseason. He should be made to watch

10 hours of film footage of the pain and destruction his bosom buddy V. Putin is inflicting on Ukraine before getting his work visa renewed for next season. ... Donald Trump, with the morals of the proverbial alley cat, has enjoyed strong support from evangelicals, who make up a huge voting block, especially in the South. Be interesting if Sen. Tim Scott, a bona fide born-again Christian, and the only black Republican in the Senate, can siphon off a lot of that support. Scott has entered the race for the Republican nomination. Wonder what demeaning moniker The Donald will be hanging on Scott?

TRIVIA ANSWER: The Lone Ranger’s “calling card” was a silver bullet.

TRIVIA: This son of a Hollywood legend starred in a 1969 classic about two bikers on a trip through the deep South. In the sixties he was a leading figure in the counterculture movement. He mellowed over the years and in 1997 received a best actor nomination for his role as a beekeeper.

QUOTED: “You can make more friends in two months by becoming interested in other people than you can in two years by trying to get people interested in you.” - Dale Carnegie

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.

T’is Tic Time!

Nick

Wolochatiuk

DANCES WITH WORDS

NUTHILLTOO@GMAIL.COM

Talking and writing are two completely different animals, more unlike each other than. dogs are to cats. Talking is as different as a dog is to a lizard and a cat is to a great blue heron. Having a conversation, or being interviewed, is also completely different than writing. When asked a question, there’s a need for time to think about the question itself and the best answer you can give. In that situation, the interviewer should not be surprised to get a delay before getting a response. That’s when she’ll hear “Ummm…”, “So…” or “That’s a very good question…”

However, a number of completely unnecessary and irritating verbal tics are now in vogue. To listen to a large number of irritating

examples of verbal tics, tune in to CBC Radio, Tom Allen’s weekday interviews of so-called ‘influencers’, musicians, actors, artists. The broadcast starts at 10:00 am.

He and most of his interviewees have more tics than long grass in the summer. They’re of the verbal tic variety, not the parasitic types that latch onto uncovered ankles and feet in sandals.

What follows is not to be taken as looking down on people who have genuine speech impediments. In my last year of elementary school and during my early high school years I had a lingering stammering problem, something that resulted is some teachers mistaking it for an attention-getting clown act. It also cramped my style in early attempts at getting a date with young ladies.

Do you remember the so-called ‘valley girl’ syndrome that some teenage girls adopted in the mid 1980s? It can be found on talk radio, interviews of eye-witnesses to events and in

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR —

Money should be spent in public hospitals

Mr. Ford will you and your Conservative party please start putting health care money where it’s supposed to be. We as taxpayers expect our taxes and contributions to be spent in our Public Hospitals not in For Profit ones. Enough is enough!

Go back to funding our hospitals and paying fair wages to the medical staff, that you so lavishly lauded during the pandemic; the

physicians, nurses and support staff who want to help all Ontarians, regardless of what they are worth or can afford… After reading about private services in clinics and hospitals and hearing voices of other provinces, I believe the priority will be given to quick fixes and that for profit clinics will not be for people with long term and lifetime disabilities, such as diabetes, cancer, C.F… chronic diseases,

Stop the Privatization

overheard street conversations. I hope such abuse of language never spreads to the written word. Such talk is characterized by a mindless repetition of irrelevant terms such as “like… you know…right?...so…” Here’s an example of tic-filled talk by let’s call her ‘Nancy’, a style of expression that is becoming increasingly common.

“I bought like a new cell phone today, you know. Like it weighs about a pound, right, or a kilogram, or whatever, you know. So like, you know it will fit in my pocket, right, so I can carry it into class, so, you know, the teacher won’t even know, right? Like any time I have to like use it, you know, right, I can. Right? It’s going to cost me, like $23.99 a month more, right, like that’s a lot, right, but it’s important to me. Right?”

I wonder if Google Translation could manage to change that into intelligible standard English.

“Ya want fries with that?”

M.S., preferring instead to service quick fixes like eye cataracts, knee and hip replacements, MRI’s, anything that are one shot deals all while charging 3 to 10 times more than what OHIP and public hospitals can charge while using the space available in our underfunded public hospitals and clinics violating the Canada Health Act which says that no patient can be charged for medically

needed hospital and physician care. Health care is to be provided based on need – no matter where you live and no matter how rich or poor you are. This is what Canadians won when we achieved Public Medicare. And violating the 1973 creation of OHIP that came with the assurance that hospitals in Ontario would never be privatised.

Sincerely, Adele Constantineau

Register for the Town Hall

The Future of 504 Fourth Street East

On April 24, 2023, Council deferred the designation of municipally owned vacant land located at 504 Fourth Street East for a future affordable housing development. At this same Meeting, Council also deferred the development of a teen focused Youth Space.

The purpose of the deferrals was to allow for public consultation. Accordingly, the Council of the City of Cornwall is hosting a Town Hall Meeting on Monday, June 5, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall (360 Pitt Street) to hear from the public.

Residents wanting to address Council must register with the City Clerk (clerk@cornwall.ca) and submit their questions, comments, concerns, feedback, or proposals in advance.

To view the reports that were deferred, please visit the City of Cornwall website: Vacant Land Use – 504 Fourth Street East https://bit.ly/3MfHpNv

Cornwall Youth Space https://bit.ly/435HUAC

BABBLE – First there was the Biblical Tower of Babel. Then there was the Leaning Tower of Pisa. We now have the linguistic Tower of Verbal Tics. Verbal tics are difficult to listen to and even harder to eliminate. (Photo by Nick Wolochatiuk)

Bill Makinson Having a blast at Disco Wheels

What a fabulous night at the Disco Wheels

2 event. The amount of work and effort the organizers did to put this event on was outstanding. It was great to see so many smiling faces.

The highlight for me was seeing so many former co workers and friends from Disco Wheels. Thank you to Gilbert Holdrinet and

JOKE OF THE WEEK

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

Dave for bringing his dad to Cornwall. Gill had so much fun talking to his former employees that he wants the organizers to do this again next year.

It was great sharing some old stories. Thank you to the organizers for working so hard to plan this event and it was an honour

Did you know that today at Cornwall Square we are finally getting our Fiber Optic cabling installed, only 11 months after we started the process. The initial installation survey was completed in June of 2022 then checked, rechecked and triple checked over the ensuing 11 months. Today the technicians are on site running cable throughout the building, Hooray!

Did you know that we had 2 winners for the Mother’s Day contest asking people to submit entries saying what “the Most Valuable lesson I learned from my mom is” in 2 sentences or less. The first winner was from 15-year-old Gabbi who said, “Mistakes make you stronger. Forgive and forget.” The second winner was 18-year-old Hayden who said, “Never ask important questions when someone just wakes up.” We received many responses that extolled the person’s love for their mother and why she was the greatest, unfortunately that was not the question to be answered, however it was heartwarming to read all those testimonials to local mothers. Congratulations to our 2 winners and to the mothers who provided the advice that has clearly resonated with their children.

series 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.

Did you know that on Saturday June 10th, 2023, Sip& Scoop will be celebrating the company’s 9th anniversary of being in business here in Cornwall and as a means of thanking all of their customers that have supported them over those years, Sip & Scoop will be holding a celebration event here at Cornwall Square on the upper level of the forms Sears store with all sorts of activities such as inflatable activity centres (bouncy castles etc..) and games. Everyone is welcome to participate and share in the celebration with refreshments and a piece of anniversary cake being provided. More details will be provided in next week’s column or stop by the Sip & Scoop fast food restaurant in the Cornwall Square Food Court, and they can provide additional information.

Did you know that Cornwall Square welcomed a new member to its maintenance team last week, Mark Sauvé joined the team to assist in the Food Court cleaning service as well as building janitorial. Welcome aboard Mark, keep on smiling.

and he has not seen them since that time. If anyone has any information on the whereabouts, please contact the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 297 at 613-933-2362

Did you know that on Saturday June 3rd and Sunday June 4th, 2023, the Dream Maker Productions team will perform a

Did you know that we find ourselves on the summer side of the “May24 weekend” and the festival season is upon us as Mother Nature provides us with warmer weather.

Leo Doucet NEWS FROM THE SQUARE

Cruise ship Hanseatic Inspiration as it passed through Glen Walter, past St. Regis Island, Thursday morning on her first trip up the Seaway. Very beautiful!

(photo by Kelty Grant)

A grasshopper sits down at a bar. The bartender says, “We have a drink named after you!” The grasshopper replies, “Who names a drink ‘Steve’?”

Fibromyalgia Awareness Day

On May 12, 2023, the Seaway M.E./FM Self Help Group met in Lamoureux Park to celebrate Fibromyalgia Awareness Day. M.E./ FM stands for Myalgic Encephalomyelis (better known as chronic fatigue syndrome) and Fibromyalgia. Members gathered next to a tree planted in honour of their late founder, Sheila McCarthy.

The Seaway M.E./FM Self Help Group was

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founded in 1992 by McCarthy who suffered from these illnesses for over 20 years. McCarthy was dedicated and determined to bring awareness of these illnesses to the government and the public.

“For those who don’t know, M.E. (CFS) is a serious illness that affects the whole body, predominantly the neurological endocrine and immune system,” shared Secretary Denise Hurtubise, “FM, fibromyalgia, is a chronic and complex disorder of the musculoskeletal system. Research suggests several possible

triggers including genetic predisposition, infection, trauma, environmental pollutants, or a combination of these.”

The objectives of the group are to provide information sessions to newly diagnosed persons, give access to literature on M.E. and FM, offer an aquatic exercise program, attend seminars, and host occasional meetings and social outings.

“The Seaway M.E./FM group is not funded by any private, municipal, provincial, or federal assistance,” shared President Judy Baker,

“Due to this disability, we are physically limited to do fundraisers. We are asking if there are any local organizations, groups, churches, or individuals who would like to do fundraisers on our behalf it would be greatly appreciated.”

The Seaway M.E/FM group is a registered charitable organization that advocates within the SDG region.

For more information or donations, please contact seawayfmgroup@gmail.com.

On May 13th runners, walkers, bikers and rollers came out by the dozens to support Team Cal in a bid to run 13 km in memory of Callum Anderson. $7377 was donated to the children’s hospital in Ottawa to help support research that drives new life-saving treatments for health issues such as neurocutaneous melanosis and fund other urgent needs at CHEO. www. millionreasons.run/ fundraisers/teamcal

ARIES: You’ll be successful at work by taking the time to negotiate, ask questions and close deals. Your home life will improve if you impose more discipline.

TAURUS: Whatever the project, you must take the time to work out the small details and prepare to thrill your social circle.

GEMINI: You’ll succeed in standing out and being admired in some way. For example, getting a new look for the summer will turn heads and attract attention.

CANCER: If you’re anticipating a move, you’ll be inspired to redecorate. You could be told about a birth in the family. An apprenticeship would be beneficial to your career development.

LEO: You’ve earned certain confidences because you’re trustworthy and discreet. You could be told a secret or two that will leave you feeling perplexed.

VIRGO: Travel will be more complicated than expected. You may have to drive your loved ones around this week. You’ll show initiative in a project in which you’ll be involved for several years.

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LIBRA: Make sure you reflect for several days before making a significant purchase. This will ensure you get a better price.

SCORPIO: You must rest this week. Drinking a second cup of coffee at work will help you clear your head and be more productive. Your creativity and intuition will guide you in the right direction.

SAGITTARIUS: Your plans could change suddenly. For example, your guests could cancel an activity you had planned. Fortunately, you’ll enjoy the calm and relaxation instead of the frenzy.

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CAPRICORN: You’ll organize a staff meeting at work. You’ll also have success with a housewarming or birthday party. Your popularity will skyrocket.

AQUARIUS: You’ll find relevant information about a course or training program that will lead to spectacular professional development. You’ll have the opportunity to broaden your horizons.

PISCES: The holidays are just around the corner. If you have young children, you may be worried about finding summer activities to keep them busy. Take time with them to carefully choose a day camp, for example.

Team Cal generates thousands for CHEO Research Institute

There have been a lot of conversation around Bill 60 and fear around its passing into legislation. My office and I have been receiving many claims that our government is trying to create a system where patients will have to pay for treatments, which is untrue.

The past president of the Ontario Medical Association, Dr. Rose Zacharias recently referenced Bill 60: “The OMA is very encouraged by this next important step to reduce wait times. We support the government’s action to move lower acuity surgeries out of hospitals, which in turn will free up hospital resources to focus on emergency, acute and complex cases, while relieving strain and capacity issues. The introduction of legislation to move from independent health facilities to integrated community health

centres is the strongest signal yet of the government’s intention to ensure the necessary safeguards are in place as part of this transformative reform.”

As stated above, one of Bill 60’s purpose is to bring the approximately 700 Independent Health Facilities(IHF) across Ontario and integrate them into our existing health network which will mandate public accountability for these facilities. These facilities have been running in our Province for decades. Kensington Eye Institute in the Toronto region, a not for profit Ambulatory Academic Centre of Excellence, would be an example of one such facility in place since 2006!

As it stands today should you utilize an Independent Health Facility for a nonemergency surgery and you are wrongly up charged for a consultation or an unnecessary upgrade, you would have no oversight body to register a complaint. When Bill 60 is enacted, the patient in this situation has the right to register a formal complaint with the Patient Ombudsman. Bill 60 would also

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see a “Patient Bill of Rights” enacted. The legislation requires the Bill of Rights to be clearly posted, and enforced upon, in these newly legislated Integrated Community Health Centres.

With Bill 60, we will see a thoughtful expansion of facilities that have already been working in Ontario, just now with more government oversight. The new facilities will be required to submit a detailed staffing model which includes consultation with other health system partners, including local hospitals.

Bill 60 would also allow for a more efficient delivery of non emergency surgeries. Instead of using surgical wards that are broadly set up for any type of surgery, these facilities will be set up for a limited amount of specific surgeries. This will allow the time for sanitization and prep between surgeries to be greatly reduced, in turn reducing the surgical backlog. During committee hearings some Doctors who presented had estimates of a 20% increase in surgeries performed.

Our government has been working extremely hard to address the shortage of nurses, physicians and other health care professionals in our health system here in Ontario. We have expanded our Medical School seats to graduate more doctors in Ontario. We have also put a focus on promoting healthcare as a career path for young Ontarians and have put in place a “Learn and Stay” grant to not only encourage young people to enter the health field, but to commit that once they are graduated that they will stay in an understaffed region.

Being a Human Resources graduate myself, I am encouraged to know that over 25,000 youth entered Health Care related post secondary studies this past fall in Ontario.

Our bold action will help reduce surgical backlogs that have been around long before COVID

If you still have lingering questions please feel free to reach out to my office. I would be happy to address any concerns around this, or any legislation in Ontario.

The Executive Circle Award is a National award recognizing the top 1% of Royal LePage Realtors® in our marketplace.

REPORT ON EXCELLENCE

We are pleased to present the 2022 Royal LePage Performance Realty

Award Recipients

Royal LePage National Top 2% Award These National Awards recognize top-producing sales professionals in GCI and/or closed units sold for both total production and average production/ agent.

Jen Blair Manley 722 Pitt St., Cornwall 613-551-4133

Royal LePage National Top 5% Award These National Awards recognize top-producing sales professionals in GCI and/or closed units sold for both total production and average production/ agent.

Derek Bissonnette 722 Pitt St., Cornwall 613-861-9107

Royal LePage National Top 10% Award These National Awards recognize top-producing sales professionals in GCI and/or closed units sold for both total production and average production/ agent.

Qualifying threshold is $500,000, based on closed and collected GCI, and represents the top two percent of all Royal LePage agents, on a national level.

Anna Russell 139 Main St., Alexandria 613-447-7420

D.A. MacMillan* 139 Main St., Alexandria 613-360-1078

Lynda Laviolette* 1 Main St. E., Hawkesbury 613-306-0044

Award winners represent the top five percent of their marketplace. Qualifying amounts vary from region to region, and are based on closed and collected GCI.

Award winners represent the top ten percent of their marketplace. Qualifying amounts vary from region to region, and are based on closed and collected GCI.

Faye Allott 722 Pitt St., Cornwall 613-571-9605

Talat Butt 722 Pitt St., Cornwall 613-361-2927

Abid Hussain 722 Pitt St., Cornwall 613-700-4987

Award winners represent the top 25 percent of their marketplace. Qualifying amounts vary from region to region, and are based on closed and collected GCI.

Award winners represent the top 25 percent of their marketplace. Qualifying amounts vary from region to region, and are based on closed and collected GCI.

Benoit Perrault 1 Main St. E., Hawkesbury 613-307-0727

Rebecca Collett* 139 Main St., Alexandria 613-677-4919

Maurice Laliberté 722 Pitt St., Cornwall 613-677-0369

Linda Giroux-Daigle 722 Pitt St., Cornwall 613-551-5839

Nancy Levac 1 Main St. E., Hawkesbury 613-677-8037

Helen MacLeod 1 Main St E, Hawkesbury 613-678-8260

All agents are Sales Representatives unless otherwise shown as *Broker.

Joel Dinelle 722 Pitt St., Cornwall 613-362-9999

Dave Duprau 722 Pitt St., Cornwall 613-662-7355

Paul McAlear 722 Pitt St., Cornwall 613-551-6663

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‘BIG’ DAVE SNETSINGER

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WATERFRONT HOME WITH BOATHOUSE

6224 164TH AVE, BAINSVILLE This unique property may be exactly what you’ve been waiting on and could be yours right on time for summer. The property is nestled on Wood Creek with access to some of the best boating + fishing on the St Lawrence River. $509,000

MLS®1340880

WATERFRONT HOME WITH PRICELESS PANORAMIC VIEW OF THE ST

7 SUMMERSET ACRES RD, SUMMERSTOWN

This 3 bedroom back split home and detached double car garage is situated on almost a half acre lot with a bonus shared 31 acre forest for added recreation. Quick commute to Cornwall/Montreal. A rare opportunity for a unique property!. $1,150,000 MLS®1340472

JEN BLAIR MANLEY

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WELL MAINTAINED MARKELL BUILT SEMI IN A DESIRABLE NORTH END NEIGHBOURHOOD.

208 NORTHWOODS CRES, CORNWALL This 2+1 bedroom ONE OWNER home is nestled on a mature lot close by to schools, parks and other amenities. Featuring an attached heated garage, open concept living room and eat in kitchen with backsplash and plenty of cupboard space. $418,000 MLS®1338315

JEN BLAIR MANLEY

BEAUTIFUL SEMI DETACHED HOME IN A DESIRABLE AREA.

341 ANGELA CRES, CORNWALL This 3 bedroom semi detached bungalow is located in a mature and family friendly neighbourhood. Bright, open concept living and dining room. Close to many of the city’s amenities, schools and transit. Quick possession available! $360,000 MLS®1336959

JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

2125 BURKE AVE, CORNWALL This trendy Menard built home is situated in the desirable East Ridge subdivision and features a unique layout. Close to schools, shopping and recreation. Home shows beautifully. Don’t miss out!

$725,000 MLS®1342433

JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

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pickleball and community centre. Close to Quebec border. $589,500 MLS®1340467

JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

FIRST TIME BUYER OPPORTUNITY!

6092

garage is located in the Glendale. Subdivision. Situated on a deep partially fenced lot. Bright living room. Just on the outskirts of the city of Cornwall. Quick commute to Montreal/Ottawa. $375,000

MLS®1340661

JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

YOUR COUNTRY LIVING AWAITS YOU IN THIS RUSTIC 2 STOREY HOME

21865 GLEN ROBERTSON RD, GLEN ROBERTSON

Situated on 48 acres of partly tiled land with the balance in mixed bush. Home boasts a wrap around porch, custom kitchen with working island, appliances, and plenty of cupboard space. Quick commute to Ottawa and Montreal $650,000 MLS®1334797

JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

FAMILY SIZE HOME IN A MATURE AND DESIRABLE NEIGHBOURHOOD

NEW

7 EDGEVALE CRT, CORNWALL This 3+1 bedroom side split is located in the city’s north end close to schools, shopping and other amenities. Spacious foyer with clothes closet and attached garage access. Quick possession available. $468,000

MLS®1340447

JEN BLAIR MANLEY 613-551-4133

6576 TREE HAVEN ROAD Escape to your own private oasis on the shores of the St Lawrence River. This magnificent property offers a rare opportunity to own a stunning 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house with amazing views of the river & Adirondacks. Modern features throughout make this home move in ready!

WATERFRONT OASIS

VINE ST, WILLIAMSTOWN This quaint 3 bedroom bungalow with detached

STUNNING AND STYLISH 4 BEDROOM BUNGALOW WITH WALKOUT AND BACKYARD OASIS

MACDONALD CRT, BAINSVILLE This peaceful subdivision is nestled along the shores of lake St Francis offering several amenities including: boat dock, a heated pool, tennis courts,

3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW LOCATED IN THE ADULT LIVING COMMUNITY OF CREG QUAY ESTATES

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CUTE HOME WITH GARAGE & LARGE BACK YARD

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NOTICE: It is our wish to serve you through the classifieds, however, Seaway News can’t possibly verify the legitimacy of all ads. DO NOT SEND MONEY OR GIVE YOUR CREDIT CARD NUMBER to any company offering employment. Legitimate firms do not charge potential employees for a job. Opportunities to earn money at home by assembling products, etc. should be examined carefully. Check references of these companies. Do not send money or give your credit card number until you are satisfied you are going to get what you bargained for. Let the buyer beware.

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CONDO – 75 RACE # 5, modern 2bdrm, f/s $1800+elect

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125 NEW ST, fully renovated, lower 2bdrm, f/s $1600+elect.

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205 Fourth St W # 6, upst 2bdrm, no appl $1100+elect July

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IN LOVING MEMORY

Donna Walker

May 1st, 1956May 8th, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Donna Walker, on May 8th at the age of 67. She leaves behind her beloved pets, Chewy and Ginger, as well as 5 siblings: Bernice, Kathy, John, Karen and Valerie. Pre-deceased by brother Brian and sister Jean. Daughter of the late Kenneth Walker and Elizabeth (Betty) Walker (Rutley).

As per her wishes, there will be no wake or funeral.

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Prayer to St. Jude

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

OBITUARY

LAMARCHE, Janet

Peacefully at the Glen-Stor-Dun Lodge on Wednesday May 10, 2023 at the age of 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Marcel Lamarche. Cherished mother of Hector Jasmin (the late Cindy), Claude Jasmin (Brenda) both of Cornwall, step mother of Richard Lamarche (Sue), Pauline Standing (Jim) both of Glen Walter, Paulette Barnes (Ian) of Cornwall. Proud grandmother of Serge, Jérèmie, Melanie, Sophie, Julie and step grandmother of Marc, Tammy, Lorie, Rob, Morgan and the late Amanda Standing. Dear great grandmother of ten great grandchildren. Janet will be sadly missed by her cherished niece Lynn Bray-Levac (Gerry) of Limoges. Predeceased by her parents Melvin Kuhn, Irene (née Latreille) Kuhn and her sister Doris Bray. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Lahaie & Sullivan Cornwall Funeral Homes, 614 First Street East, Cornwall, ON. (613) 933-2841. A private Service has taken place. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Glen-Stor-Dun Lodge, would be appreciated by the family. Messages of condolences may be left at www.lahaiesullivan.ca.

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West Branch

It is with great sadness the family announces her passing at Cornwall Hospice on Thursday May 18, 2023 at the age of 74 years old. Beloved wife of Bernard Beauvais. Loving mother of Raquel Beauvais-Godard (Alain), Angela Beauvais-Perry (Matthew), and Lindsay Beauvais (Shanna). Cherished grandmother of Elyse, Brianna, Nadya, Kylee, and Nathaniel. Predeceased by her infant daughter Leslie and her parents Justin and Florence (née Roi) Morin. Also missed by many loved brothers and sisters and nieces and nephews. Resting at the Lahaie & Sullivan Cornwall Funeral Homes, West Branch, 20 Seventh Street West (613-9338482) on Thursday May 25, 2023 from 10 a.m. until the time of service. A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Thursday May 25, 2023 at 12:15 p.m. Interment at Notre Dame Cemetery to follow. If so desired, memorial donations to Hospice Cornwall would be appreciated by the family. Messages of condolences may be left at www.lahaiesullivan.ca

July 17, 1943

May 22, 2022

We thought of you today, but that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday and days before that too. We think of you in silence, we often speak your name. All we have is memories, and your picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake, from which we will never part. God has you in His arms, we have you in our hearts. Love you and miss you every day, Claudette, our children and our grand-children

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

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Lorraine Lalonde (née Villeneuve), surrounded by her family at Sandfield Place, Cornwall on Thursday, May 18, at the age of 93 years. Beloved wife of Lucien Lalonde for over 71 years. Loving mother of Gilbert (Patricia) of St. Sauveur Qc. and Jocelyne Mayer (Michel) of Cornwall. Proud grandmother of Donald, Daniel, Céline, Clément, Elodie and Coralie. Predeceased by her son Gerald, her parents Frank and Florida Villeneuve (née Miron), her brothers Léo, René, Donald, Gordon, her sisters Rita Breault and Blanche Marion. A Memorial service will be held at a later time. If desired donations can be made in Lorraine’s memory to the Sandfield Place. Online messages of condolences may be made in the obituary section of www.wilsonfuneralhome.ca

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LALONDE, Lorraine (née Villeneuve) 1930 - 2023

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County Road 22 Reconstruction and Drainage Improvements

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The United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry has completed a Schedule B Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) (2015) Study for reconstruction and drainage improvements on County Road 22. The Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) Study has evaluated alternatives and developed a Recommended Plan to address the needs within the Project Limits.

The County Road EA Study was conducted as a Schedule B EA Study under the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) (2015). The Study considered alternatives for rehabilitation of the existing roadway to improve the pavement, load limit and drainage on County Road 22.

30-DAY PUBLIC REVIEW PERIOD OF PROJECT FILE

The Project File is available online at the link below, as well as the County Administration Building, located at 26 Pitt Street, Cornwall, Ontario K6J 3P2 from May 24 until June 30, 2023 during business hours.

All the details of the project, including a downloadable notice, are available at the following link: https://www.sdgcounties.ca/services/transportation/county-road-22reconstruction-and-drainage-improvements

Les aires de conservation de la CNS sont maintenant ouvertes !

L’été est à nos portes et avec le changement de saison vient la réouverture des propriétés saisonnières de la Conservation de la Nation Sud (CNS) ! Tous les parcs et les rampes de mise à l’eau sont maintenant ouverts au public.

La CNS a installé des barrages de sécurité et de protection contre les débris devant ses structures de contrôle de l’eau dans toute la région, y compris à Crysler, Casselman, Russell et Plantagenet. Les niveaux d’eau plus élevés que la normale ce printemps commencent à baisser. Des quais sont en cours d’installation dans les aires de conservation et les sites suivants de mise à l’eau des bateaux de nos partenaires en prévision de la longue fin de semaine de mai :

• Aire de conservation High Falls et parc Doran (Casselman)

• Aire de conservation de St. Albert (St. Albert)

• Rampe de mise à l’eau du parc de Crysler (Crysler)

• Rampe de mise à l’eau d’Embrun (Embrun)

• Aire de conservation du pont Cass (Winchester)

• Aire de conservation de Jessup’s Falls (Plantagenet)

• Quais et rampe de mise à l’eau de Chesterville (Chesterville)

• Parc riverain et rampe de mise à l’eau du Moulin de Spencerville (Spencerville)

En outre, les sites saisonniers suivants, dépourvus de quais, ont rouvert :

• Aire de conservation du parc Oak Valley Pioneer (Winchester Springs)

• Aire de conservation du parc commémoratif McIntosh (Berwick)

• Aire de conservation de la passerelle de Findlay Creek (Ottawa)

• Aire de conservation Reveler (Crysler)

• Aire de conservation Mill Run (Augusta)

• Promenade de la tourbière d’Alfred (Alfred)

La CNS rappelle aux pêcheurs à la ligne qu’il est dangereux et illégal, en vertu de la Loi fédérale sur les pêches, de pêcher à moins de 23 mètres d’un barrage : ne pêchez pas près des barrages et n’utilisez pas les structures de contrôle de l’eau pour accéder aux rivières. Les poissons se rassemblent dans ces endroits pour franchir les barrages et accéder aux échelles à poissons, et la pêche empêche de nombreuses espèces de poissons de frayer, ce qui pose des risques importants pour les populations de poissons. Veuillez utiliser des lieux de pêche sûrs et appropriés. Toutes les aires de conservation et tous les parcs saisonniers de la CNS sont désormais ouverts au public et des toilettes portables ont été installées dans la plupart des sites suivants :

• Aire de conservation de St. Albert (St. Albert)

• Aire de conservation de Jessup’s Falls (Plantagenet)

• Aire de conservation High Falls (Casselman)

• Aire de conservation de la Forêt Warwick (Berwick)

• Aire de conservation W. E. Burton (Russell)

• Aire de conservation du parc commémoratif McIntosh (Berwick)

• Aire de conservation du pont Cass (Winchester)

• Aire de conservation de la Forêt Robert Graham (Brinston)

• Parc Nokomis (Limoges)

« Maintenant que les niveaux d’eau commencent à baisser, nous sommes ravis

CONTEST WINNERS

taurer les propriétés et les sentiers depuis la tempête de verglas du 5 avril, et il se peut que des sentiers soient encore partiellement fermés pour permettre la gestion des arbres, mais nos parcs resteront ouverts pour que vous puissiez en profiter cet été. »

La CNS rappelle aux utilisateurs de bien vouloir tenir leurs animaux de compagnie

en laisse, de ne pas jeter de détritus dans les aires de conservation, de ne pas en retirer les plantes et de faire preuve de respect et de courtoisie à l’égard des

La CNS entretient 20 000 acres de forêt gérée en communauté dans l’Est de l’Ontario ; plusieurs des aires de conservation publiques à usage diurne lui ont été données par le biais du programme d’acquisition de terres de la CNS, afin d’aider à maintenir les héritages naturels des donateurs et d’offrir aux gens un endroit où ils peuvent profiter de la nature.

Explore the Raisin Region with RRCA’s GeoAdventure

With the warm weather’s return, geocachers from near and far have been exploring local environmentally significant sites through the Raisin Region GeoAdventure, a geocaching treasure hunt by the Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) where participants aim to find 20 caches concealed throughout RRCA’s watershed jurisdiction in Cornwall and surrounding area of SDG.

Geocaching, a world-wide outdoor activity, lets participants use smartphones or other GPS devices to find secret containers hidden by other geocachers.

“The Raisin Region GeoAdventure is an engaging way for both new and seasoned geocachers to explore RRCA’s jurisdiction and learn about natural features and environmental projects in the region,” says Vincent

Pilon, RRCA’s Public Information Coordinator. “Some of the cache sites include an edible forest, habitat restoration projects, and watershed management infrastructure, to name a few.”

All 20 GeoAdventure caches contain a unique QR code leading to hidden digital content about each site. Some of the caches also contain secret codes which, when added up, allow the final cache site to be unlocked.

“So far, the Raisin Region GeoAdventure has accumulated 1,356 logged finds,” says Pilon. “It’s been especially great to see families enjoying this free outdoor activity while also learning about our local environment.”

The first 200 families to unlock the final cache in the GeoAdventure get to earn a limited-edition Raisin Region geocoin. Each coin

is engraved with a unique tracking number and can either be kept as a trophy or placed inside a cache to then be set in motion by other geocachers who move the coin from cache to cache. The coin’s travels can then be tracked online at geocaching.com. A limited number of Raisin Region geocoins are still available to participants who complete the GeoAdventure.

While caches have been hidden throughout the RRCA’s jurisdiction – with the addition of several caches in Akwesasne – all code-containing caches are accessible in the Cornwall area by walking, cycling, or using Cornwall Transit. Cache sites were selected in consultation with municipal, community, and Indigenous partners.

Detailed GeoAdventure instructions and a downloadable map can be found at rrca. on.ca/GeoAdventure.

Junior geocacher, Margo Paquette, displays a limited-edition Raisin Region geocoin.