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Youth enjoy Easter Egg Hunt, despite the rain
Thursday, April 25, 2019
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Heritage Essex talks railroad history during AGM PAGE 3 _______________ Striking nurses make quiet demonstration at County Council PAGE 5 _______________ Optimist Club recognizes outstanding area youth PAGE 9 _______________ Town of Lakeshore hosts Rourke Line Arena open house PAGE 13 _______________ OPP packs groceries as Cop Camp fundraiser PAGE 20 _______________
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The annual Essex Community Easter Egg Hunt was still enjoyable on Saturday, despite Essex Gospel Community Church having had to relocate the event to a new venue and youth having to bundle up due to the rainy weather.
by Sylene Argent Essex Gospel Community Church’s annual Essex Community Easter Egg Hunt always attracts a big crowd of young participants, who enjoy darting off into an open field, after the buzzer sounds, to collect as many chocolates as they can. On Saturday, the local Church celebrate the
holiday weekend with community members as it hosted the 18th Annual Essex Community Easter Egg Hunt. A good turn out of participating youth enjoyed the event, which was relocated to take place at the church grounds due to the rainy weather experienced over the weekend. Despite the constant and cold rain experienced
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during Saturday’s event, little egg hunters bundled up in warm and waterproof gear, and enjoyed the shelter of umbrellas, as they collected goods during the event. Youth, from infants to grade six students, were welcome to enjoy the event, which offered 25,000 plastic Easter eggs, which were either stuffed with chocolate or a voucher to win a special prize. The church also offered a free barbeque for the youths, which was also available to adults for a small fee, facepainting, and a chance to get a photo taken with the Easter Bunny. Those who came out and braved the inclement weather, enjoyed the fun event for free. Volunteers and staff members at the church organize and execute the event for the community to enjoy. This was not the first year the rain-or-shine event experienced unruly weather. While decent weather is typically experienced during the event, in past years, youth have collected the Easter eggs in frost or even a little bit of snow.
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Essex MP wants to create a national freshwater strategy
Dr. Trevor Pitcher, Associate Professor at the Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research, is pictured with Essex MP Tracey Ramsey in LaSalle. Last Thursday, Ramsey spoke about her Private Member’s Bill that is calling for a national freshwater strategy.
by Sylene Argent Last Thursday, Essex MP Tracey Ramsey hosted an event that provided some insight on her Private Member’s Bill, C-439: A National Freshwater Strategy. The briefing, she said, was thoughtfully hosted at the Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research’s Ecology Restoration Centre in LaSalle, where water studies are conducted to safeguard the health of the Great Lakes and on how freshwater can be maintained and improved for the entire nation. The University of Windsor and the Town of LaSalle run the facility. Through this Private Member’s Bill, Ramsey is calling on the Federal Government to commit to creating a national freshwater strategy to establish drinking water standards, protect water in international agreements, evaluate water and wastewater infrastructure to handle changes in water quality and quantity in regards to climate change, and reduce eutrophication (when water becomes too enriched with nutrients) into freshwater lakes. “It is so important to call on the government for a freshwater strategy,” Ramsey said. “Water deserves our protection
and sustainable action.” She added fresh drinking water, and equal access to it, is critical to ensuring a healthy future. She said there are Indigenous communities that continue to have to live with boil water advisories. In addition, Ramsey noted the agricultural industry depends on freshwater for food security. “They play a big role in being stewards of the land,” she said, adding she knows farmers are trying to watch nutrient run-off into water systems. Ramsey added it is important to protect habitat as algal blooms affect fish and ecosystems. This is a shared issued with the neighbouring US, she noted. When looking to see what Canada had in place as far as a freshwater strategy, she learned the last document of this kind was created in 1987, and a lot has changed since then. Creating a national freshwater strategy is something Ramsey said is the type of leadership she believes Canadians want to see. She commented there is wonderful research on water going on throughout the nation. She would like to see all that data brought together. Dr. Trevor Pitcher,
Associate Professor at the Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research, noted freshwater has a variety of challenges, such as algal blooms, microplastics, and invasive species, which threatens fresh drinking water. He said water is warming due to urbanization, which really affects fish. Water, he added, is also not as clear or clean as is used to be. An active role of
protecting natural resources in Canada needs to be taken, Pitcher said. “It is a worldwide issue…we all need to pitch-in for the generations to come.” Fellow area NDP MPs Cheryl Hardcastle and Brian Masse attended the event. Masse said Ramsey’s Bill would provide an incredible opportunity to share what is known about local shorelines with the rest of the country and world.
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Heritage Essex talks railroad history during AGM
by Adam Gault Members of Heritage Essex held their
committee’s Annual General Meeting on the evening of Thursday,
April 18. In addition to providing insight of the committee’s operations,
the meeting featured a special presentation from local railroad enthusiast, Bob Mitchell. Much of the region’s development, and especially Essex’s, can be traced to the history of railroading in the area, which served as the hub of the county’s transportation centre upon completion of the Essex Railway Station in 1887. Mitchell, along with Heritage Essex, strive to protect and maintain the more than 130-yearold station, which he explained is undoubtably tied to the greater history in Essex as a whole. “[The station] is a thing of beauty, it’s a thing that is of our culture. It belongs to the people and shouldn’t be lost,” Mitchell said, who was recently appointed as a Heritage Essex Board member. “There’s so many events that have happened here in this building, troops getting on the trains to go off to two World Wars. It’s a showplace for showing off the history of the town. [Stations] are Continued on Page 7
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When I took over the Editor’s position here at the Free Press nearly four-years ago, the one thing I truly dreaded was having to write a column every week. I decided early on that I wanted to take an approach that was mostly positive in nature, yet critical when I needed to be, and relatable, instead of overly critical. Writing this column, surprisingly, has become a favourite task on my weekly to-do list, and it is always interesting to get greeted by others who have a relatable story or got a laugh out of one of my pieces that was written about my own life experiences. And for a long while, I always had a topic to share, but the past few months, I have sometimes struggled to pick something worth writing about. Believe it or not, in most cases, I have no format or rhythm to this weekly piece. I just sit down at my computer, typically during my office hours on Thursdays, and put my hands to the keyboard and
let whatever I am feeling come out, which is why I sometimes start talking about one thing and it leads into another. I rarely ever make notes of things I want to say in this space; I just write them because they are important to me, whether they are old memories, my opinion on news topics, concerns about the future, or things/people I want to single out because of their greatness. So, sometimes struggling to come up with a topic is new, and I wonder if it is because I’m in a bit of a passion-funk. Perhaps the long winter and having a full plate of work duties and personal circumstances has made it difficult for me to connect with my creative side as easily as I have typically always experienced. In addition, I am someone who is completely okay to sit in silence with someone and do not need to fill the air with small talk. However, if you catch me on a subject of which
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I am well aware or passionate about, clear that schedule before you ask me about it, because I can and will go on and on and on. One thing about being busy is that we can forget to do those things we love, and that leads to losing interest in those things. To combat this, I recently restrung my guitar and plan to pick it up more often. Perhaps that will help get the creative juices flowing. I am also looking forward to getting back into a walking routine, which I have always enjoyed as my alone time with my favourite tunes. Every once in a while, we need to take a moment to recharge our own batteries and restore the energy levels we have depleted just living. The hard part is sometimes making that a priority before it becomes a problem.
Letter to the Editor Keep the Mega Hospital at the approved site. The Mega Hospital has an approved site across from the Windsor Airport and the Government has already approved funds to build this Regional Hospital. Citizens for Accountable MegaHospital Planning Process (CAMPP) wants this site moved deeper into the City of Windsor core. This is a Regional Hospital and should be readily available to all County and City residents. If this is approved, it will cause a long delay looking for a new site, getting it approved and the Government could cancel our funding and give it to someone who is ready. The majority of Essex/Windsor residents are all in agreement with the present approved site and only a handful are against it. This appeal should be rejected. A petition has been set up to LPAT (Local Planning Appeal Tribunal) to have CAMPP’s request for a change of site rejected. To sign the petition, visit: www.change.org/p/lpatkeep-the-mega-hospital-at-the-approved-site Brian Finn Essex, Ontario
Budget Beware: Carbon Tax This week, in an attempt to calculate and prepare my budget for the rise in prices with the new Carbon Tax, I pulled up my current Union Gas bill. I was surprised by the fact that the Carbon Tax charge was not on there, so I looked on their website to find out why. I feel I should warn everyone about what I have discovered: The Liberal Federal Government added the carbon tax of 3.91 cents for every m3 of gas you use, but the Ontario Energy Board has yet to approve the addition of this to the bills. So, this means that your Carbon tax bill is accumulating each month but you are not aware of the charge yet. Once the OEB approves the billing changes, you’ll get it all added up and billed to you. So be aware when you budget that an extra charge is coming so you don’t get caught shorthanded (and don’t forget to add HST on top of it!). It’s bad enough to get hit with yet another tax, but families should be made aware that charges are adding up without them knowing about it. Families are having a hard enough time making ends meet. The last thing they need is a surprise bill. Renee Bombardier Town of Essex
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Striking nurses make quiet demonstration at County Council Board Chairperson Gary McNamara said there simply isn’t enough money to go around. “There is no extra cash, everybody thinks there’s a hidden package of money somewhere, [but] there isn’t, and that’s the reality,” McNamara said. The nurses have rejected the last three offers from their employer, and they aren’t buying the position that there is no money to pay what they feel is a fair wage. Boyd noted that the
nurses recognize the challenges of finding funding in light of a recent belt-tightening provincial budget; however, they will continue to fight for a fair deal. With multiple levels of funding generously provided from various other nursing unions from across the country the group is in it for the long haul. “We’re still very strong in our fight for fairness,” Boyd said.
Striking Windsor-Essex County public health nurses displayed shirts that read “Fairness for Nurses, New Mandate Now” as they attended the Wednesday, April 17 regular meeting of County Council.
by Kyle Reid Windsor and Essex County’s Public Health Nurses took to Essex County Council on Wednesday, April 17 to remind County politicians of their important role in the community as the ongoing nurses’ strike heads into its sixth week.
Some 40 nurses sat in on Wednesday’s regular meeting of County Council, wearing shirts that read “Fairness for Nurses, New Mandate Now.” The quiet demonstration was a way of reminding County officials of the important services the nurses
Voice Of Inspiration “The true definition of mental illness is when the majority of your time is spent in the past or future, but rarely living in the realism of NOW.” ~ Shannon L. Alder
provide. Donna Boyd, VicePresident of the Ontario Nurses Association, said vital public health programs are missing from Windsor-Essex County as the nurses and their employer struggle to reach an agreement. “Kids aren’t receiving shots and new moms and babies aren’t receiving services,” Boyd claimed, adding that there are active cases of tuberculosis in the community — a disease which is tested and monitored by the health
unit nurses. And while nurse managers are providing some services, the nurses say that there is simply too much work for the unit to continue the level of services provided for by 86 nurses. “Eight nurse managers can’t do the job,” Boyd said. Money continues to be the main sticking point for the striking nurses as they continue to battle for a wage increase based on the cost of living index. However, Essex County Warden and Health
Pet Of The Week: Pikachu You won’t need any video games in the house as long as Pikachu is there. This boy is all fun, games, and cuddles. He’s a curious fellow; interested in whatever you’re doing and his favourite place is anywhere you are. He will even drop his favourite toy to come back to you every few moments to see if you’re going to invite him onto your lap, because he’s always up for a snuggle session. Pikachu is also a great vocalist, responding to you with lots of chirps, meows, and purrs. This pet comes with 6 weeks of pre-paid pet health insurance. For more information, visit www.ospcainsurance.ca or call 1-866-600-2445. Visit the Windsor-Essex County Humane Society shelter to visit at 1375 Provincial Rd., Windsor. Ph: 519-966-5751. The adoption center is open everyday at 11am.
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BIA report: four new businesses have settled into Essex Centre by Sylene Argent The downtown area just keeps on filling up as new businesses continue
to setup shop in Essex Centre. Over the past month or so, four new businesses
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have moved in, while one is still preparing to host its grand opening. Two existing businesses are also continuing to work on renovating new facilities. Vangs Restaurant, originally of Tecumseh, recently moved into the newly renovated 106 Talbot Street North facility. This eatery offers Chinese and Thai cuisine. Arts by Ash is located at 32 Arthur Street-Unit D (across from the No Frills Plaza). This new business offers classes, vinyl stickers, wood signs, canvas prints, and laser engraving and cutting. On the Docks comes to Essex Centre from Harrow Centre as a second location. This new facility is located in the 105 Talbot Street South
plaza and offers burgers, wings, wraps, and fish on the menu. Talent by Tanya is sharing space with Essex Community Services (located in the Victoria Wellness Plaza), and is offering paint classes every Thursday and Saturday. Chalk couture classes will be available in the very near future. Handcrafted or decorated items, like wood decor and seasonal arrangements, are also being sold.
Trainer’s Choice Equestrian Supplies is currently renovating the former Miller’s Essex Source for Sports facility to offer horseback riding equipment and apparel. A grand opening is planned for the very near future. In addition to offering new tack items and apparel for sale, it is hoping to offer a gently used section. Schinkels’ Meat Market continues to work on renovating the 24 Talbot Street North facility and
hopes for a spring grand opening. Its most recent renovation update noted the flooring has been installed. Stepping Out is continuing to renovate the 21 Talbot Street North facility. The Essex County Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic had its official sign hung on the exterior of the Essex Medical Clinic recently.
Family cycling is an enjoyable escape Going for a bike ride is one of the best ways for people to exercise in fresh air. Cycling is not only earth-conscious and convenient, but it also is a fun and popular activity that anyone can enjoy. Around 1.6 million residents of New York City ride a bike at least once a month, and in Portland, bike riding rose by 3 percent each year since 2012, according to Bikemunk, a website dedicated to helping people understand bikes, especially in the context of making a purchase. The Alliance for Biking & Walking discovered that 0.6 percent of all commuters in the United States biked to work in 2013, up from 0.5 percent in 2009 and 0.4 percent in 2005. But many people are embracing cycling as an entertaining form of recreation that the entire family can enjoy. Adults may have fond memories of their own cycling adventures as children that they want to pass down to their kids. Since families may feature cyclists with various levels of experience, it can be safe to employ certain strategies in the hopes that everyone gets the most out of their time in the cycling saddle. • Buy the right bikes. Take time to research different brands of bicycles and what they offer. Some bikes are ideal for streets or paved trails, while others are better for rustic roads and trails. A qualified bike retailer can help shoppers find the right bike for them and their families, ensuring everyone in the family is riding the right size bike and the one commensurate with their skill level. • Limit the distance. Children won’t be able to put in as many miles as their
parents or older siblings. Limit cycling excursions to a reasonable amount of time so youngsters’ health is not compromised. • Focus on fun. Consider what kids will get out of the trip and gear the afternoon around that. Choose a path that leads riders to a playground or one that circles a scenic lake. Make your cycling excursion more of an afternoon out than a marathon biking session. • Take frequent breaks. Little legs may not be able to keep up, and adults will need to anticipate stopping along the way. • Know the terrain. Stick to routes you have ridden before. Leave the more intense courses that include extreme climbs and dips for those times when kids are not in tow. Stick to lightly trafficked routes, or travel during off-peak hours. Consult with trail guides and read reviews as well. • Check bikes before departing. Make sure tires are inflated and everything else is in working order. Bring a small tool kit along in case a repair needs to be made. Cycling as a family can be an enjoyable way to spend an afternoon and get some metrocreativeconnection.com exercise.
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County Council extends road rationalization study by Kyle Reid Essex County’s Road Rationalization study will extend for another 10 months after members of County Council agreed to delay the report until January of next year during the Wednesday, April 17 regular meeting of County Council. According to Jane Mustac, the County’s Manager of Transportation and Planning, County began an officials overall assessment of its roadways nearly 10 months ago. The goal of the assessment is to define which roadways should fall under the
County’s responsibility. The main determination would be made based on which roads were decided to be essential to shuttle commuters, goods, and services throughout the County, Mustac said. The final determination was expected for July of this year; however, that report will be delayed after Mustac recommended extending the study as well as allocating an additional $70,000 to perform the work. In her recommendation to Council on Wednesday, Mustac said that determining which roads should fall under the County’s domain is more
difficult than was first anticipated. “Road Rationalization is a complex and critical undertaking that could result in substantially new [and] changed responsibilities, financial and otherwise, for the County,” Mustac said in her recommendation. Essex County Chief Administrative Officer Robert Maisonville, agreed with Mustac’s assessment, explaining to Council that the original timeframe for the study may have been too bold, given the scope and importance of the work. “We had a very aggressive timeframe to
Heritage Essex talks railroad history during AGM... museums, really.” Mitchell comes from a family of railroaders, with his grandfather having worked for Canadian Pacific Rail in Saskatchewan when Mitchell was a young boy. It was this family history, along with Mitchell first laying eyes on the Essex Railway Station as a 4-year-old, that helped spark the railroad passion that has stayed with him for the entirety of his life. “My dad used to drive us out [to the Essex Railway Station] on Sundays to watch the trains go by, and I loved the station,” Mitchell explained. “I’d have to say that this is my favourite station of them that I’ve seen because it’s so different.” Citing the impressive stonework design, size of the structure, and busy nature of the station during its heyday, Mitchell explained the Essex Railway Station always stood out as a one-ofa-kind hub on the Michigan Central Railway, that helped link New York to Chicago, and everywhere in between.
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“At one time, there were over 40 passenger trains a day that went past these doors, and 70 some freight trains a day,” Mitchell explained. “It was because of the railroad that Essex was put here in the first place.” With Essex not being situated on any river or major body of water, the railroad was the life of the town, allowing important trade to take place in the centre of Essex County during those formative years of the late 19th century. Mitchell hopes that through the preservation and learning about the importance of heritage structures in area communities, individuals will become more inclined to learn about their own local history and how our heritage buildings can do much to teach us about the past and how best to look towards the future of our communities. For more information about the Essex Railway Station, and the collective efforts of Heritage Essex, visit essexrailwaystation.com.
begin with that we knew would be difficult to tackle,” Masionville said. “We want to bring a more wholesome report back to Council — not just a picture and what the implications are. We’re not going to ask you to agree to a map until we know the implications.” Further complicating matters, Mustac noted, is that adding roads to the County Road system without proper review could have a negative effect on local municipalities — the consideration being that local townships may need the roadways for future development needs. As part of the study, municipalities were tasked with providing the County a list of roads they believed should be part of the County network, and submitted 21 roads. “Right now, the local municipalities have the right to collect development charges,” Mustac said, responding
to a question from Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos on the subject. “But when a local road goes to a County Road, you would not have that
ability anymore.” Following Mustac’s recommendation, Council voted unanimously to delay the report.
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Health Unit launches cannabis safety campaign for young adults - Health officials urge caution for those under 25 when it comes to cannabis submitted to EFP With the opening of Ontario’s first cannabis retail stores this month, and cannabis enthusiasts preparing for the first April 20th (4-20) celebration day since legalization, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has launched an education campaign for students and young adults aimed at lowering
risk for negative health outcomes associated with using the newly legal product. Although Windsor-Essex will not be home to a cannabis retail outlet in the near future, cannabis remains available legally through the provincially controlled Ontario Cannabis Store. In spite of legalization, health
officials urge a cautious approach to consuming cannabis in any form, especially if you belong to certain groups. In particular, for those under the age of 25, those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or those with a history of mental illness, cannabis should never be used, but for others, safer consumption practices
could help to lower their risk for short and longterm harms. According to Melissa Valentik, Health Promotion Specialist at the Health Unit, “There remain a lot of questions and very few sources for accurate and credible information on the negative health effects and safer ways to consume this newly legal product.” The Health Unit hopes to answer questions about cannabis in a new awareness campaign for the month of April targeting young adults in Windsor-Essex County. Promotions in bus shelters, buses, movie theatres, social media, and on the University of Windsor and St. Clair College campuses warn youth and young adults under age 25 of some of the risks they could be exposed to if they consume cannabis. According to Valentik, these risks include both
short and long-term harms, “It’s important for young adults to know that starting cannabis use early and using heavily can lead to long-term or permanent damage to brain function, including memory, learning, and judgment as well as an increased risk for dependence or the development of mental illness.” The Cannabis: Your Questions, Answered campaign encourages young people to delay use until after the brain is fully developed at age 25 and, for adults who choose to use, to practice safer methods
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Optimist Club recognizes outstanding area youth during annual appreciation dinner are stars. Essex Optimist member, Sandy Larivee, emceed the event. She took the time to read a brief biography of each youth recognized to note
of similarity between all those recognized, including that these youth have taken on leadership roles, achieved greatness, demonstrated altruism, and made a positive
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Pictured are the nearly 50 young individuals who were recognized for their altruism and leadership skills during the Essex Optimist Club’s Youth Appreciation Dinner, held at the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) on the evening of Tuesday, April 16.
Pictured are some of the local dignitaries, service club members, emergency responders, and members of Town staff, who volunteered to serve the meal during the Youth Appreciation Dinner last Tuesday evening.
by Sylene Argent The importance of giving back to the community, lending a hand when needed, and taking pride in one’s hometown are not lost notions to the nearly 50 youths the Essex Optimist Club recognized during its annual Youth Appreciation Dinner last Tuesday evening. Every year, the Essex Optimist Club connects with area service clubs, Cubs and Girl Guide programs, WETRA, churches, schools, sports organizations, the Essex Area Food Bank, and other service organizations to learn what youth members of the community have contributed in a big way over the past year. The young honourees were warmly welcomed to the Essex Branch of the
why there were nominated for the prestigious award. Though each youth had contributed to their communities in different ways, there were noticeable strings
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The Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) was packed as the Essex Optimist Club recognized nearly 50 outstanding youths during its annual appreciation dinner.
difference through their friendly nature. Though the nearly 50 youths recognized demonstrated those similar qualities, they all made those accomplishments in different ways, like through volunteering, helping others in need, sharing, caring, and doing their best to encourage others. “Aren’t those stories amazing,” Larivee said after recognizing all of the honourees. She hoped the youths would continue to volunteer their time to better their communities. As the former Executive Director of the Essex Youth Centre, Larivee said she was able to hire many young people over those years for summer jobs. One of the main points she looked at when going
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through resumes was their volunteer record. As a show of appreciation for all the positive things these outstanding youths have contributed back to their communities, local emergency responders, firefighters, police officers, service club members, and local dignitaries served them their dinner. During the event, Larivee also presented a cheque to Essex (M) OPP Community Policing Constable Sarah Werstein on behalf of the Essex Optimist Club, which will go to support the Values, Influences, and Peers programs she is teaching to area grade six classes. “We are honoured to support the VIP program,” Larivee said.
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Wild Turkey hunting season is just around the corner submitted to EFP The Ontario Conservation Officers Association (OCOA) wants to wish all of Ontario’s wild turkey hunters a safe, enjoyable, and successful hunt. The 2019 spring wild turkey season in most of Ontario opens on April 25th and is a result of the reintroduction of wild turkeys to Ontario in the late 1980s. The subsequent growth of turkey populations allowed for a limited hunt that has expanded over the years as the number of birds continues to grow. “Wild turkey season gives hunters a chance to get back out into the outdoors and enjoy nature in the spring,” said Sean Cronsberry, OCOA President and active turkey hunter. “Wild turkey hunters can expect to encounter our officers in the field as we conduct hunter inspections to ensure everyone is following the rules and
to ensure that the sport of turkey hunting continues to be a safe sport.” Hunters are reminded that the hunting and fishing licensing system in Ontario has seen some recent changes, this includes changes to the tagging requirement of certain harvested animals. Hunters are encouraged to review the new regulations in the 2019 Hunting Regulations Summary which is available online at https://www.ontario. ca/document/ontariohunting-regulationssummary. If hunters still have questions about the new regulations they are encouraged to, contact their local Conservation Officer for more information. “Hunters should also be aware that many of the set fines for offences under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act changed this year,” Cronsberry added, “Safety related offences such as having a loaded
firearm in a vehicle and shooting from a road way now have a set fine of $500 plus surcharge.” A complete list of set fines for offences under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, 1997 can be found at http:// www.ontariocourts.ca/ ocj/how-do-i/set-fines/ set-fines-i/. Anyone with information about a natural resources or public safety related violation is encouraged to call the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry violation reporting line at 1-877847-7667, contact their local CO directly, or call Crime Stoppers at 1800222-TIPS (8477). For more information about natural resources regulations and enforcement, please visit the OCOA website at http://www.ocoa.ca, or contact your local Conservation Officer.
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Retirees’ celebrate Easter with special luncheon
Patrons of the Essex Retirees’ Social Club’s ham and scalloped potato luncheon, which was held last Thursday afternoon, were urged to wear an Easter bonnet for a chance to win a prize and in celebration of the holiday.
by Sylene Argent The Essex Retirees’ Social Club hosted a ham and scalloped potato luncheon last Thursday afternoon, in celebration of the Easter Holiday. Members of the Club and area residents were invited to take advantage of the luncheon to socialize and enjoy a
warm meal entering into the holiday weekend. Club member Judy Lane was one of the event organizers. She said there is a committee of dedicated individuals at the Essex Retirees’ Social Club who try to put on a fundraising event each month. The fundraised help the members to
maintain the Russell Street facility and be able to continue to offer social programs, such as an array of card games, to its membership. Lane was pleased around 40 individuals patronized the event, especially since families were busy preparing for the Easter holiday.
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Members of the Essex Retirees’ Social Club hosted a ham and scalloped potato luncheon at their Russell Street clubhouse last Thursday afternoon. Area residents and club members were welcome to enjoy the meal, while socializing with old friends or new acquaintances.
“So far, they seem to be enjoying the meal,” she said. During the event, patrons were encouraged to wear an Easter-themed bonnet for a chance to win a prize. Some attendees went out of their way to
really put a lot of effort into their headgear contest submissions. Coming up, members of the Essex Retirees’ Social Club are looking forward to the summer weather. They will host a barbeque and yard sale at
its clubhouse on July 13 and a strawberry social in June. For more information about the Essex Retirees’ Social Club, call (519) 776-6689.
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The Corpora on of the Town of Lakeshore has career opportunity for Planner Level I For further informa on please visit our website at www.lakeshore.ca Employment Opportuni es Applica on deadline: April 29, 2019 at 8:30 am The Town of Lakeshore is an equal opportunity employer. Accommoda ons under the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabili es Act (AODA) will be provided upon request.
HELP WANTED _____________________ HELP WANTED: Aphria Inc. is looking for Greenhouse Production Associates to join their team. Duties include daily crop maintenance, harvesting, crop rotation, inventory counts, and cleaning of greenhouse. No public transportation available. Located in Leamington, ON. Compensation starts at $14.00/hour. Full time hours Monday through Friday. Please apply at careers@aphria.com or mail resume to P.O. Box 20009 269 Erie St. S. Leamington, ON N8H 3C4. 9-tfn _____________________ HIRING! GENERAL LABOURERS WANTED Please fax your resume to 519-723-2336. 1-tf _____________________
SERVICES _____________________ INCOME TAX PREPARATION: Good rates on personal, rental, and business returns. E-file or paper file. Call Jeannette Grass (519) 776-7090. 5-12* _____________________ _ KENNETH YARD WORKS - Spring Clean Up. Sod, mulch, eavestrough cleaning, and repairs, power washing. Trees & bushes trimmed or removed. Fully licensed and insured. Free estimates. Call Kenneth 519-982-0362. 11-tfn _____________________ MARTY’S SMALL ENGINE REPAIRS Tune-ups, repairs, & service on snowblowers, riding lawn mowers, chainsaws, & more! 519-733-0986, (c) 42-tfn 519-965-5918. _____________________
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PRAYER TO the Holy Spirit. Holy Spirit, You who makes me see everything and who shows me the way to reach my ideals. You who gives me the Divine Gift to forgive and forget all that is done to me, and you who are in all the instances of my life with me. I, in this short dialogue, want to thank you for everything, and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from you, no matter how great the material desires may be. I want to be with you & my loved ones in your perpetual glory. A person may pray this prayer 3 consecutive days without asking for their wish. It will be granted no matter how difficult it may be, and promise to publish this dialogue, as soon as your favor has been granted. With Grateful thanks P.L.
PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL) O most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, blessed mother of the son of God, immaculate virgin, assist me in my necessity. O star of the sea, help me and show me that you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to help in my necessity (Make your request). There are none that can withstand your power. “O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to you.” (Three times). “Holy Mary, I place this prayer in your hands.” (Three times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then publish it and it will be granted to you. With grateful thanks. P.L.
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS in the Estate of Bernadette Barrette, deceased. All persons having claims against the Estate of Bernadette Barrette, late of 356 Clearview Crescent, Essex, Ontario, N8M 2Y8, who died on March 29, 2019, are hereby notified to send particulars of same to the undersigned on, or before, May 21, 2019, after which date the aforementioned Estate will be distributed by the undersigned having regard only to the claims then filed. Dated Monday, April 22, 2019. PD Field Site 126, Box 10, RR4 Dryden, ON P8N 0A2 Executor for the Estate.
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Town of Lakeshore hosts Rourke Line Arena open house fully accessible for staff and the public. The space of the former Essex County Library, which is attached to the arena, will also house some staff from the Town’s Engineering and Infrastructure department. The move will free-up space inside the Lakeshore Town Hall, as well as make further use of the vacant Townowned building. “Town Hall is strapped for space inside for employees,” Scott said. “We anticipate being [in the old arena] for 20-plus years. The Town owns the land, so we want to keep it.” Scott said the Lakeshore Supervisor of Parks, Fleet, and Facilities, James Scott, and Consulting Architect with JP Thompson Architects Limited, Colin McDonald, display new plans for the old Belle River arena during an open house at the Atlas Tube Centre on Wednesday, April 17.
by Kyle Reid There did not seem to be a lot of public interest in an open house the Town of Lakeshore hosted at the Atlas Tube Centre on Wednesday, April 17, as few individuals turned out to participate in the event that presented a new plan for the former Belle River Arena on Rourke Line. The old arena, which has been sitting vacant since the construction of the newer, bigger Atlas Tube Centre was constructed in 2014, will
soon become the home of new Town offices. The Town’s Parks, Facilities, and Fleet department and Water Operations department will move into the building after it is retrofitted to accommodate staff. “The [Town] needs space, and this is the perfect spot for it,” Colin McDonald said, who is the Consulting Architect with JP Thompson Architects Limited. And few residents seem to be concerned
with the plan. Only one name was marked on the sign-in sheet as the three-hour open house neared its end. The poor meeting attendance is a sign that many are happy to see a new use for the building, Town staff said at Wednesday’s meeting. “They’re happy they won’t have to look across the road at an empty building with cracked asphalt,” James Scott said, who is the Town’s Supervisor of Parks, Fleet, and Facilities.
The building will be renovated to add amenities for Town staff, including locker rooms and showers. The old arena, which was first built in 1972, will also be
expanding Water Operations Department is also wearing out its welcome as it is cramped inside the back half of the Lakeshore OPP building. The move will also come at a longterm cost-savings for the Town ,which is currently leasing a building for the Parks, Fleet, and Facilities Department. “We just need the space,” Scott said. “We’re squeezed in…this gave us some floor space, some office space, [and] some employee space.” “ G e o g r a p h i c a l l y, this is in a great spot for [Town staff] to do what they do every day,” McDonald added.
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MENNELL, Mary Ellen - May 3, 1935 - April 16, 2019. Rev. Mary Ellen Mennell (nee Osborne) died peacefully in her sleep with family by her side. She was predeceased by husband of 55 years J. Ralph (2013) and brother Roger Osborne (2017) as well by her parents W.J. Earl and Frieda Osborne. She is survived by daughter Linda (Dave) and son J. Eric, 7 grandchildren (Kevin, Brian, Matthew, J. Keewatin, Nicholas, Zoe and Nate), and 4 great-grandchildren. Born in Windsor Ontario, Mary graduated from the London Teachers College in 1956 and began a tremendous teaching career. Married in 1957, she and Ralph moved to Dryden Ontario in 1965. Mary was very active in the community involved in numerous organizations, but her passion was in St. Luke’s Anglican Church. In 1993, after retiring from teaching and going back to university to get a Divinity Degree, she fulfilled a life- long dream when she was ordained into the Anglican Priesthood. Active in the parishes of Emmanuel (Ignace Ont.) and St. John’s (Wabigoon Ont.) as well as St. Luke’s, she carried on a family tradition when she baptized one of her grandchildren in St. Philip’s on the Hill in Unionville Ontario. In 2012, Mary suffered the first of three strokes and after the death of Ralph, moved to Parkview LTC in Stouffville, Ontario where she was well looked after by family and friends. A memorial service will be held Sunday, April 28, 2019 at Christ Church in Stouffville Ontario at 2:30 p.m. A second memorial service will be held in St Luke’s Anglican Church some-time after black fly season. Interment of both Ralph and Mary will occur at that time as well. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund.
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WARWICK, Thomas Reginald - Peacefully, with family by his side, at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, on Thursday, April 18, 2019, Tom Warwick passed away at the age of 74. Beloved husband of Gayle Warwick (nee Hall) for over 51 years. Loving father of the late Mark (2006), Kevin (Heather), and Thomas (Lana). Tom will be forever remembered by his grandchildren Josh, Rachel, and his expected grandson Austin. Survived by his caring sister Eileen McEwan (Chuck). Tom dedicated 37 years in Information Technology at Union Gas. After retirement he enjoyed many years of golfing and spending quality time with family. Tom was an avid Jays & Leafs fan, attending many games with his sons & grandson. We will forever remember his kindness, gentle personality, and his wonderful smile. We would like to thank Dr. Sohaib and the wonderful staff at the Chatham Kent Health Alliance for the compassionate care they provided. The Funeral Service was held at Denning’s Of Chatham, on, April 24. Interment followed in Maple Leaf Cemetery, Chatham. Donations in Tom’s memory may be made to Community Living Chatham-Kent, or Chatham Outreach for Hunger. Online condolences may be left at www.chathamfuneralhome.ca.
What’s Going On... . APRIL 27 - DINNER & DANCE AT CTMHV - with Crystal Gage & Ryan St. Denis. Open at 5pm. For tickets & more information: 519-776-6909 or www.ctmhv.com. APRIL 28 - THE SILVER AMBASSADORS CONCERT BAND at Royal Canadian Legion Br. 201 (Essex) at 3 pm. Admission by donation. APRIL 30 ECS PADDLE PARTY - Bid on great products from local vendors, at Essex Legion, starting at 6:30pm. Call 519-776-4231 for tickets or information. MAY 3 - PASTA DINNER at St Paul’s Anglican Church (92 St. Paul St., Essex) from 5-6:30pm. Takeout available, call 519-776-7711 for more details. MAY 4 - BICENTENNIAL BRANCH UELAC ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING, 1 pm, at Church of the Epiphany, 96 Main St. W., Kingsville MAY 7 - HARROW BLOOD DONOR CLINIC, 243 McAfee St. New donors & Walk ins Welcome! To book an appointment or for info.: 1-888-236-6283 or www.blood.ca MAY 11 - ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL ANNUAL PLANT SALE at Essex Train Station, 9am - 12pm. Plants & bake goods, books, and more. SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP offers monthly support for Lyme disease patients, family, & friends. Meetings held the last Wednesday of every month (no July & August) @ 6:30p.m. at Colasanti’s. Look us up on Facebook for updates. HIATUS HOUSE: offers counselling services in Essex County. Women’s Fresh Start group therapy is once a week. For info or to schedule an intake appointment, call the 24-hour Hiatus House helpline at 519-252-7781. COPING WITH ANGER GROUP - Wednesdays at Erie Shores Healthcare. Contact Community Partnership at 226-348-4548 or email info@ cupartner.ca.
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Join us for Family Worship Sundays at 10:30 a.m., led by Major Sam Roberts. A brief time of refreshments and fellowship follows the service. SA Connections will have a game day on Tues., April 30. Join in the fun between 10 and 1 p.m. every week. Bible Study on the Book of Revelation, led by Major Shirley Roberts , follows at 1 p.m. All are welcome to attend our free community programs. Our monthly Community Care service at Iler Lodge is Wednesday, May 1st at 10:30 a.m. and at Country Village Woodslee on Thursday, May 2nd at 6:30 p.m. Keep those in our church family who are shut-ins or are not well, in your prayers.
Bethel-Maidstone United Please join us Sunday mornings at 10 am for worship, and coffee hour to follow. Our church and hall are wheelchair accessible. Ian Phillips will be our Guest Speaker on Sunday, April 28. Preschool Playtime: every Thursday, caregivers and kids ages 0-4 are invited to drop-in anytime between 9:30 - 12 noon. Our Spring Garage and Bake Sale is on Saturday, April 27, 9am till 1 pm. Upcycled treasures, funky junk and tasty treats! Light lunch available. No early birds, please. Our Mother and Daughter Potluck Dinner will take place on Friday, May 3, beginning at 6:30 pm. Save the date, more details coming soon! The UCW will host a baby shower for Rev. Catherine on Sunday, May 5 at 12:30 pm. In lieu of gifts, Catherine requests donations made to the Welcome Centre, a shelter for women & families. Sign up sheet is in the hall with a list of items needed by the shelter.
Our next Iler Lodge Service will take place Tuesday, May 7 at 2 pm. Volunteers are welcome and appreciated. Please pick a Sunday and sign the Door Greeter’s list on the table in the foyer. Please remember the sick and the shut-ins. If you would like to add a name to the Prayer List, please add it to the list in the foyer or contact the office. You can find us on the web at www. bethelmaidstone.com. Our email address is bmuc@xplornet.ca and the office number is (519) 723-2284. Office hours are Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 am till 1 pm. Like us on Facebook!
Essex United Church
Join us for Sunday morning service at 10:30 am. All are welcome. A very exciting event returns to Essex United! Windsor Symphony Orchestra: Neighbourhood Concert Series, Sunday, April 28, at 1:00 pm. Tickets are going fast. Call the church office to reserve your tickets or for more information 519-776-5121. Our Spring newsletter, News from the Pews is coming out soon. Stay tuned for all our exciting events. For the month of April, food donations are for the Salvation Army Food Bank.
Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham
Thank you to everyone who volunteered and participated in our Holy Week celebrations. We are blessed with such wonderful parishioners. Beginning on Saturday, April 27th, the Sandwich South Heritage Centre will be opened every Saturday from 9a.m. to Noon or by appointment, by calling Judy Jobin at: 519-7376628. Everyone is welcome to come and check it out! Please remember to drop off your Foodland grocery tapes in the designated box. All are welcome. Please keep in your prayers all the people who are sick, shut in, and in Hospice.
Trinity Church submitted by B. Layson
We keep in our prayers Brittney, Christina, Dan, William, Adrianna, Lisa & Johnny, Michael, Dorrie, Cecile, and Robert. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Steve and Florence Newman, given by George & Diane Newman and family. We thank all of those who helped to make our Holy Week
special again this year. It’s coming quick, Smorgasbord Saturday on May 4th from 4:30 to 6:30. Come and enjoy the bountiful food and the wonderful fellowship! We would love you to join us Sundays at 9:15 in “The Little White Church” in the cemetery in Cottam. All are welcome!
Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen
We invite you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service, beginning at 10:00 am with Dr. Simon Du Toit. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Join us afterward for a cup of tea or coffee. Come and enjoy an evening out with family and friends at our Free Movie Night Event on Friday, April 26, featuring Disney’s ‘Cinderella’ (2015). Doors open at 6 pm and movie begins at 6:30 pm. All children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult (18+). A canned good donation is welcomed! Snacks are provided! Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca
Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight
Pastor Jay showed how Jesus perfectly fulfilled the Old Testament picture of the sacrificial lamb. The Women of Wonder Conference with Wendy Bachlund is on June 7th-8th. Awaken Youth takes place on Fridays at 7pm. Young Adults is on April 27th at 7pm. The Intercessory Prayer is on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9am. The Prophetic Activation Weekend is from May 3rd-4th. For more information, visit us online at antiochcanada.ca. Be Blessed! Woodslee Friendship Club Card player winners for last week: Monday afternoon Euchre winners were: George Sutherland, Mike Renaud, George Diesbourg, Edna Chevalier, Mary Demars, and Richard Dahl. Wednesday afternoon Pepper winners were Joanne McMurren, Flo Rivest, Charlie Chevalier, Mary Demars, George Diesbourg, and Audrey Stanley. For club information, call Claire at: 519723-4694.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church On Thursday, April 18, 46 golfers delivered a respectable 81 aces. Leading the ace parade, with six, was Mary Binder. Over 9 holes, Phil Humphries carded the top score of 15 (and 33 over 18 holes). Over 36 holes, it was Laurie Hylton with the best score, of 74. Taking first place on the day, with a combined score of 229, was Team 4 (Julia Kos, Ron Fick, Bill Ward). Second place was won by Team 2 (Kathy Bechard, Al Rutter, Mary Anne Vickery), and in third, Team Aces ([Bill Mayville, Betty McManus, Loraine Fox, Pete Daudlin). Play resumes April 25, 9:30 am, at Colasanti’s. Essex Retirees’ Social Club John Murphy had high score at Saturday Euchre. Shirley Doey came in second. Elmer Young and Georgette Nadeau tied
for third. Carol Wilson had high score at Sunday Pepper. Roger Dagenais second, Shirley Doey third and Gaetane Lapointe fourth. Mary Lou Chibi had high score at Monday Night Pepper. Betty Fields had the most Peppers and Nelson St. Denis was low. Tuesday Afternoon Pepper had Virgery Cascadden with high score, Cathy Dewhurst with low, and Tom Dewhurst with the most Peppers. Floyd Cascadden had high score at Wednesday Night Pepper this week. Judy Kelly had the most Peppers and Audrey Stanley was low.
Harrow United Church submitted by Larry Anderson
We warmly welcome you to Harrow United Church this Sunday, April 28th at 10:30am. As part of our worship time, we also offer an exciting Sunday School Program and a well supervised Nursery for our little ones. On Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April 27th, the Westminster United Church (Windsor) will hold a Rummage Sale from 9am – noon. The HUC Outreach Committee has planned a “Spring Clothing Drive” for the Downtown Mission. We are looking for Spring and Summer clothing, jackets, hats, and footwear. Any and all sizes are appreciated. Cleaned and bagged clothing may be dropped off on the church stage or you may phone: 519738-4223 (church office) to make arrangements. The County Classic Chorale is coming to Harrow United Church on Sunday, May 5th at 3pm. The concert is called “Quintessential Canadian, Eh?” and features Canadian music celebrating our Identity and Diversity. For tickets, contact Laurene in our church office (519-738-4223). Our Minister, Rev. Darrow Woods, along with our HUC faith community, sincerely welcome you to join us! Please find information about Harrow United Church on our website at www.harrowunited.org.
Essex County Library ESSEX: Grief Guidance with Becky Ewen on May 1 from 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm. Pet Loss Workshop on May 8 from 6:30 pm 7:45 pm. Helping Your Child With Loss and Grief, May 22, from 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm. Register online or at the library. MAKE A MOTHER’S DAY BOUQUET @ ESSEX LIBRARY Join us for some floral fun! Create beautiful tissue paper flowers for Mother’s Day, on Saturday, May 11, at 10:30 am. Ages 7 & up. Register online or at the library. McGREGOR: FAMILY STORYTIME - a program for families of parents with children under 5 years of age to encourage a lifelong love of reading. This program includes stories, bounces, tickles, songs, rhymes and activities. Tuesdays (April 2 - May 21) at 1:30 pm. Ages: children under 5 years old and caregiver. APRIL SHOWERS BRING MAY FLOWERS: Celebrate Spring and fresh blooms. We will read books, make flowers crafts, and other fun spring activities, on Thursday, May 9, at 3:45 pm. Ages: 3-12. Register online or at the library.
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Building a stronger partnership for Ontario agriculture 1936 Ford big hit at Motorama Arlene Baillie’s Baby Blue 1936 Ford Deluxe 5-window coupe.
Arlene Baillie couldn’t be happier. She has enjoyed 50 years of street rodding, and 47 of those years have been behind the wheel of her recently rebuilt 1936 Ford Deluxe 5-window coupe. “Marty (now 80) and I (almost 74) had lots of help to make my street rodding dreams come true.” Her car spent the last six months at Fraserville Mechanical & Collision Centre. “The staff at Fraserville did a fantastic job of restoring my street rod that I have driven for 47 fun years.” Nicknamed “Baby Blue,” Arlene’s car has an awesome list of upgrades, including a rebuilt 350 Chev engine, R4 transmission, 9 inch Ford rear end, vintage air and heater, GPS, Sirius Radio, Back-up lights and camera, period correct 1936 Rims and Banjo Steering Wheel, Hankook Tires, and 1936 original dashboard with new wiring and gauges. And Arlene loves the colour: “The perfect paint job – a custom blend Baby Blue Pearl.” The coupe body was painted and wet-sanded three times. “The staff spent a week cleaning and polishing my Baby to get it ready for the Motorama car show at the International Centre in Toronto from March 7 to 10, 2019.” Friends helped to make the dream come true: “Gay Peifer from Amherstburg provided us with his beige display carpets and his unique V8 Ford steel black fencing which Dave Wigmore picked up for us on his way home from Florida. And Wiggy transported my coupe from his garage and body shop to the International Centre in his enclosed trailer. “Our crew of seven (Gay, Dave, Brenda, Jason, Melissa, Marty and Arlene) had a great weekend. Time just flew by. We met many old friends and made many new ones. “On Saturday, Baby Blue won the Best in Class Award for the Street Rod Coupe Class – 1935 to 1947. On Sunday, I (Arlene) won an NSRA Award (National Street Rod Association) for 50 years of street rodding. Needless to say, I was on Cloud Nine. Thanks to all those who made my dream come true.” All of which goes to prove the timeless styling of the 1936 Ford Deluxe 5-window coupe. These cars have never lost their appeal. I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca.
by Keith Currie, President, Ontario Federation of Agriculture Last week’s provincial budget announcement provided Ontarians plenty of material to sift through. From budget cuts to investment promises, the government appeared to include something for everyone in the 343-page document. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is reviewing the details and implications the budget will have on our provincial agri-food industry. But we are most intrigued by the 2019 budget vision statement that states farmers and rural communities have a partner at Queen’s Park. A government partnership is exactly what Ontario’s agrifood industry needs. A collaborative partner that has the best interests of farmers and rural communities in its sights would be ideal. OFA would like to see the Ontario government’s partnership extend to acknowledging the true
economic value of our industry and prioritizing the province’s largest economic contributor – the diverse agriculture and food sector. As a partner, OFA wants and expects to be consulted on legislative decisions, regulations and budget allocations. As the largest advocate for Ontario farmers and rural communities, OFA has long proposed a partnership with government that would enable open discussions, consultations and proper investments allocated to our sector to enable growth and development. Ontario’s agriculture and food sector continues to provide real economic benefit for all Ontarians and, with prudent investments it can do more. OFA will meet with government to ensure agriculture and rural communities receive a fair share of the monies committed and that the promised investments in broadband, childcare, hospitals, community care, mental health and housing support make their way to
rural Ontario. OFA will also address the announced cuts to OMAFRA services that Ontario’s farmers rely on. We will voice concern that our sector is being shortchanged by this budget line item. Partnership is a two-way street that requires real commitment from both sides We understand that cost cutting is necessary for a balanced budget. Ontario’s agrifood industry and rural communities welcome consultations with government to discuss fiscal responsibility. Cutting is only one half of the equation. Rural Ontario can also help address the deficit by continuing to show we are “A Place to Grow.” With the proper infrastructure investments, red tape reduction, and a skilled labour force, we will grow our industry and our rural economies. Sound investments generate positive returns. And good partnerships make great things happen.
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Hiatus House supports partnership with St. Clair College Interior Design students submitted to EFP For students in any St. Clair College program, the value of real-world, hands-on experience is always a big part of the learning process. So when Hiatus House was looking for some interior design direction for numerous spaces in their facility, they too thought about how valuable the experience would be for students to work on this important project. Third year Interior Design students undertook the challenge as part of their yearend project. The work is allowing Hiatus House the opportunity to explore potential
solutions to their pain points and consider ways to refresh their aging facility. The ideas will then be used to provide a foundation of knowledge for an Interior Designer or Architect to produce the ultimate solution. The spaces identified by Hiatus House include the reception area, main office, living and common area, staff lounge, and two typical bedrooms. Executive Director, Thomas Rolfe was thrilled when the Interior Design faculty agreed to include their request in their project work. “We have lots of different ideas but not the specialized knowledge to
know what will work”, Rolfe said. “This is a classic win/win scenario. The design students get first-hand experience working with clients who have differing opinions, taking that input and coming up with creative ideas to solve work flow issues. When you have worked in a space for years, it is sometime hard to think outside the box.”
Since January, students in the third year class have been working on a project and the scope crosses multiple classes, including the Interior Design Studio Class, Project Management, Computer Aided Drafting and Design and Portfolio. The work includes research and client meetings, design development, presentation, refinement
based on feedback, identification of materials and finishes and final presentation - just as they will do when they begin their professional careers. Margaret Anderson, third year Interior Design student, said working on a project of this nature is extremely gratifying. “Aside from the invaluable work experience that
we will receive, this project allows us to potentially make life more comfortable and welcoming for women and their children who are experiencing great upheaval to their lives.” The student presentations to Hiatus House were made earlier this week.
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OPP packs groceries as Cop Camp fundraiser
Last Thursday afternoon, several area OPP officers took the time to pack groceries at the Zehrs location in Kingsville and also in Tecumseh so they could raise funds for the upcoming 25th annual Essex County OPP Cop Camp.
by Sylene Argent Every year, around 80 graduates of the Values, Influences and Peers (VIP) program, which is delivered to all grade six classes in OPP policed areas in Essex County, are selected to participate in the nearly week-long Essex County OPP Cop Camp. These youths are selected, typically by their teachers, based on their leadership skills and for having contributed at least 30 community service hours. But, in order for these youth to enjoy the camp that offers so many fun things to do – like:
boating, fishing, going to the movies, and bowling – OPP personnel have to fundraise. Last Thursday, OPP officers, auxiliary officers, civilian employees, and volunteers joined forced to pack groceries at the Zehrs locations in Tecumseh and Kingsville in exchange for donations. The funds raised will be put towards the camp. Fundraising helps to ensure the selected youths are able to attend for free. Constable Sarah Werstein, Essex (M) Community Policing Officer, was pleased to
see the support at the grocery-packing events. This year’s installment of Cop Camp will take place in August at GessTwood Camp. Youths involved with the camp are also able to build upon their teambuilding skills on the ropes course onsite in addition to enjoying some time in the pool. During the camp, the youth are able to continue to learn about the importance of giving back to the community, Werstein said. Cop Camp typically has a “pay it forward” theme. During the grocery packing event, patrons were able to put their name into a draw for a chance to win a gift basket. In addition, some lucky donators were able to obtain an OPPthemed water bottle or note organizer. Cop Camp dates back to 1994. The youth who are able to attend this fun-filled week enjoy police-directed and supervised activities. Another major fundraiser for Cop Camp, Werstein said, is a golf tournament held during the summer.
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