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A LOOK INSIDE Council receives presentation from OPP on municipal policing billing PAGE 2 _______________ Essex Council notes PAGE 3 _______________ Council discusses Essex Centre and Harrow Centre Streetscape plan projects PAGE 5 _______________ Maidstone Bicentennial Museum prepares for Remembrance Week PAGE 11 _______________ BIA’s Tiny Tot parade brings Halloween to the downtown PAGE 24 _______________

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Vol. 139

Thursday, November 7, 2019

Issue No. 44

Rotary Interact still strong at EDHS - Members planning fundraisers to support local causes, Maforeka sister-school -

Pictured are some of the around 35 EDHS Rotary Interact Rotary Club members, who took a little break from Halloween celebrations last Thursday afternoon to participate in the weekly club meeting.

by Sylene Argent With around 35-members, the Essex District High School’s Rotary Interact Club is still a strong and popular extra-curricular activity. Two grade 12 students, Paige Colenutt and Victoria Jubenville, are sharing the title of CoChairpersons, and are eager to show support to local and global causes through club efforts this school-year. “The school in Maforeka is the most important one to us,” Colenutt said of the causes they are going to support this schoolyear. She added EDHS and its feeder-schools built the sister-school in Maforeka in 2010, which has provided the right to an education

for the students there. The club has also helped install a well for the community and expanded the use of the school to be a community library. On November 18, the Rotary Interact Club will host a Pasta Dinner at the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201), from 5-7 p.m., which will help raise funds for the causes the club plans to support, including the annual financial contribution that helps equip the school with needed educational materials. Former EDHS teacher John Garinger oversees the Essex Rotary Interact Club. He noted as the school in Maforeka grows, funding is critical as it now as 362 students, of which nearly half are girls.

He also noted the senior students all write exams to advance to junior high school, and there has been a 100 percent pass rate. In addition, funds are needed for school upgrade, such as a fresh coat of paint on the exterior, new cement around the front steps, and well repairs. The school’s desks and chairs were also replaced this summer. Any local businesses willing to donate a door prize to support the pasta dinner are urged to contact the high school. The students in the club are also looking forward to participating in the Essex Centre Christmas Parade, which will take place on Saturday, December 14, to collect the “Letters to Santa” local youth have carefully penned to the man in red. In March, the EDHS Rotary Interact Club plans to again host its growing indoor flea market, and is hoping this will be the biggest event yet as the students plan to team-up with the Essex Rotary Club to host the fundraiser. The students are also looking forward to supporting the annual Polio Day at the school and spreading awareness about just how close Rotary International, and its partners are to eradicating the disease. Every month, Jubenville noted, the Rotary Interact students plan to host a bake sale or other type of fundraiser at the high school. This is to not only raise funds for the club, but to also keep its purpose top of mind with their peers. Colenutt said she and the other Rotary Interact members are looking forward to also engaging the grades seven and eight students at area feeder schools in the near future, so that when they get to high school, they know some of the members of the club and will be encouraged to join to keep the momentum going for years to come.

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Council receives presentation from OPP on municipal policing billing

Inspector Glenn Miller (L) and Sergeant Peter Marshall present OPP cost-recovery methodology to Council during Monday’s regular meeting.

by Adam Gault Representatives from the local OPP attended the Essex Council meeting on Monday evening to deliver a presentation outlining

municipal policing billing and the application of costs collected from municipalities subject to the OPP Billing Model cost-recovery methodology that was first introduced in 2015. They also addressed overall concerns surrounding policing coverage, response times, and the OPP mandate. Sergeant Peter Marshall, an OPP Contract Analyst/Transition Coordinator, and Inspector Glenn Miller provided an in-depth breakdown on the billing model and categories of OPP costrecovery, including base policing services, calls for service, and overall administration. While the OPP is funded by the Province of Ontario, the OPP Billing

Model cost-recovery methodology seeks to supplement the cost of policing by municipalities that have amalgamated their police services into the OPP. Costs for municipalities are based on overall staffing, and the type of policing activities performed over a given year. For 2019, the allocation of the municipal workload has been determined to be 56.2 percent base services, and 43.8 percent calls for service. Base service costs are allocated among municipalities on an equal per property basis (residential, commercial, and industrial), and include basic duties such as general patrol, 24-hour emergency response, RIDE checks, training, and administrative duties. Calls for service costs are allocated to their respective municipalities based on their individual usage level, and can include crime calls for offences such as break and enters, and mischief, provincial statutes - such as the Mental Health or Trespass to Property Act, and motor vehicle collisions. Municipalities will also be billed for additional costs, such as overtime, court security, and prisoner transport. Since the model was

introduced in 2015, the Town of Essex has seen a decrease in the average cost per property from $463 in 2014, to $363 in 2019, with the average cost holding in that range for the last several years. “It shows a stability for your municipality,” Marshall explained, adding Essex is considered one of the safest communities nationwide. Councillor Steve Bjorkman asked if the costs could be impacted by the distance officers have to travel in the municipality, and that if greater distances increased the cost to the town. Marshall explained that a call of service begins when the officer is dispatched. Their location to the incident could have an impact, depending on how the officer scores the incident on their Daily Activity Report. Should it fall under a billable call for service, it could necessitate a cost to the town. If it is determined they’re not engaging in a call for service, then it would not be. As they are averaged over the course of the year, spikes in service would be alleviated by the average. Councillor Sherry Bondy raised concerns regarding overtime, inquiring if more calls for service equal more

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- Monday, November 4, 2019 by Sylene Argent Community Services update Council received Community Services’ Report “2019 Program Updates - Recreation and Culture,” which Cynthia Cakebread, Manager of Recreation and Culture, prepared. In the report, it notes a challenge has been with program cancellations in some locations. Successes include that registered programs offer an instructional component, providing an opportunity for youth, adults, and seniors to develop skills in a variety of program areas. It also notes Recreation and Culture has also had an increase in birthday party programs. In 2017, there were 57 birthday parties, which took place at either the Essex Recreation Complex or the Essex Community Centre. To date this year, 91 party packages have either been booked or hosted. In regards to Harrow program cancellations, Cakebread noted it is not known why some programs picks up better than others. Staff continues to monitor them. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche said the staff members are doing a phenomenal job in offering a variety of programming. Although it is disappointing to have to cancel them from timeto-time, the selection is incredible as compared to ten-years ago, he said. Doug Sweet, Director ONLINE & IN PRINT of Community Services, pointed out that there are contact@essexfreepress.com sometimes limitations as issuu.com/essexfreepress to what can be offered in some areas of the 16 CENTRE ST., ESSEX municipality as far as the facilities available in each www.essexfreepress.com area.

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2020 meeting dates approved Council received the Legal and Legislative’s report regarding 2020 Regular Council Meeting Dates, and approved the schedule. In the report to Council, it notes as per Section 3.2.1 of Procedural ByLaw 1681, regular council meetings will be held on the first and third Mondays of each month, unless otherwise decided by a majority of its members. The final regular Council meeting for 2019 is scheduled for December 16. The municipal office will be closed for the holidays commencing at the end of the day on Friday, December 20 and will reopen on Wednesday, January 2, 2020. According to the report, the first meeting for 2020 is scheduled for Monday, January 20. New heritage listings Council received Planning’s report “Heritage Listings,” which Rita Jabbour, Manager of Planning Services prepared. In the report, it requests 54 Talbot Street South, 94 Talbot Street South, 98 Talbot Street South, 102 Talbot Street South, 138 Albert Street, and 2457 County Road 20 East, be listed on the Essex Municipal Heritage Register. The Report to Council noted listing is a mechanism instituted under the Ontario Heritage Act to formally identify properties that may have cultural heritage value. It also serves as an important tool for the conservation of non-designated properties as owners of a listed property must provide the Council of a municipality with at least notice of 60 days of their intention to demolish or remove a building or structure. The Essex Municipal Heritage Committee has been reviewing its municipal heritage inventory. It passed a resolution on June 27, 2019, recommending these aforementioned properties are listed.

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Editorial &Opinion Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• Serving Essex and the surrounding communities since 1896.

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Recognizing Remembrance Day Already, we are looking to celebrate Remembrance Day on Monday. This special day is one that I hold very dear to my heart and consider it to be probably the most important day of observance of the year. I have written in this column many times just how seriously I take my right to vote and speak freely, and, just as the poem “The Veteran” notes, those rights are attributed to the sacrifices our veterans and fallen soldiers made, and continue to make, on our behalf. I will never fully understand the sacrifices our veterans have made as I have never had to step into that role, but I sure can say “thank you” over and over and recognize the selfless acts of service to one’s country. When I was in school, the impact of just how important Remembrance Day really was didn’t resonate with me as fully as it should have. It was not until I started covering Remembrance Day ceremonies and historically inspired events

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as a reporter, did I start to have an understanding of the important role our service men and women had and continue to have. We certainly take for granted some of our rights, and those rights could easily be chipped away, which is why it is always important to keep an eye on politics and movements, from the local to global scenes. I think we, as a society, are facing a challenge today where there are groups of individuals who want to silence other groups of differing opinions, creating an atmosphere of sensitivity I have never seen before. Some of these groups or individuals are quick to label others of different opinions with derogatory terms that may not necessarily be fitting. I truly believe we learn from one another, and we can’t learn if we trash others of different opinion instead of engaging with them about how they came to their conclusions, while sharing our own. It is about communication and having and understanding on topics instead of

an opinion. Our veterans fought for the right for us all to voice our opinions and concerns, but, yes, that does not mean we are free of consequence if we take it to an inappropriate level. Fighting between groups of people creates divide, which makes unity nearly impossible and distracts us all from other important issues that are going on, too. I am looking forward to attending the Remembrance Day ceremony again this year, and hope we get the biggest turn out yet. I truly appreciate it when businesses close for an hour so their staff members can make their way to the local cenotaph to show appreciation to our past, current, and future service men and women.

Building strong leaders for Ontario agriculture by Jackie Kelly-Pemberton, Director, Ontario Federation of Agriculture

Strong leadership forms the foundation of any government, organization, and business. We’ve seen our fair share of leaders vying for recognition and positions lately with the federal election, and it’s a good reminder of the qualities that make successful leadership. For more than 80 years, the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) has promoted and cultivated the growth and development of leaders in our province. The ability to inspire with honesty and integrity, and lead with passion for agriculture are qualities OFA supports in our elected officials, staff, and local volunteers. In agriculture, we’re fortunate to have several programs dedicated to the development of leadership skills to ensure our sector is known, heard, and respected. OFA’s Proud to Lead “Involve” Fund promotes the development of county and regional federation leadership through project and event sponsorship. This unique provincial initiative is designed to help promote and support new training and events for OFA members in their local communities. As a grassroots organization, OFA knows the support and development of leadership starts at the local level. OFA, in partnership with Farm Credit Canada, funded 30 Proud to Lead projects in 2019

including educational training seminars, agri-business tours, government advocacy events, mental health workshops, and road safety programs. At a provincial level, OFA supports the Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program (AALP), recently increasing our annual sponsorship to $20,000 this year. OFA recognizes AALP as the premier leadership program for our agricultural industry and Ontario’s rural communities. Several OFA board members and staff are graduates of the program, applying their leadership development to strengthen our organization and the agrifood sector. AALP is an 18-month experiential executive leadership program designed for anyone interested in shaping the future of the agriculture and food industry and making a positive difference in rural communities across Ontario. The program has more than 460 alumni across the province and is currently hosting its 18th class. As an advocacy organization, OFA knows trusted leadership is critical to the future of our organization, and as a Class 14 AALP graduate myself, programs such as this ensure we have leaders for the long-term strength of our industry.

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Council discusses Essex Centre and Harrow Centre Streetscape plan projects - total improvement project costs are estimated at nearly $8.5M by Sylene Argent On Monday evening, Essex Council hosted a special Council meeting to discuss streetscape projects. Nelson Silveira, Essex’s Economic Development Officer, used the opportunity to provide an overview of the two Streetscape Plans the Town has had created one in Essex, the other in Harrow and highlighted the work proposed to be completed in each document. In 2014, Stempki Kelly Associates created the Essex Centre Streetscape & Silo District Street Plan, which looked at better and accessible treatments for the street, a consolidated theme, and to provide an inviting and accessible public place and opportunities for

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partnering on its projects. Other projects in the Essex Centre Streetscape & Silo District Plan included street trees with irrigation system and planting pit, and new lighting options that range from refurbishing existing poles, to new poles with existing lighting, to new poles and lighting. The report also highlighted the option of a crossing over Talbot, near the Heritage Gardens Park entrance, which would also have a gateway. Last year, Stempki Kelly Associates created a streetscape plan for Harrow Centre. It highlighted designated furnishing zones with street greening, decorative lighting with customized banners and

black pendant luminaries, using banners and hanging baskets on the light posts, and furnishing styles with wood and/or steel. During the presentation, Silveira noted main streets are a vital part of a community’s open pubic space system and they have a distinct position, identity, and role. He noted the purpose of the streetscape plans was to replace infrastructure and assets that reach their end-of-life and to protect and enhance the viability of the rural downtown areas. The budget for the Harrow Streetscape Plan was estimated at $4.6million, which included: $800,000 for lighting and underground electrical work, $1.3 million for sidewalks and crosswalks, and funds for

the Queen/King streets paving, which he said would provide longevity and a fresher finish, and the Harrow sewer project. The budget for the Essex Centre Streetscape Plan was estimated at $3.8M, including $1.3million for lighting, $1.3million for sidewalks and crosswalks, $175,000 for furnishings, with

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funding for the Talbot Street Paving Project. With a winter 2019 approval of the funding, Silveira said the Essex Centre Streetscape program could be finished by fall of 2022, and the Harrow Centre Streetscape Plan could be finished by summer 2022. Councillor Kim Verbeek wondered about

space for bikes on the road as there are several bike racks to be added to the downtown areas in the plan. Lori Chadwick, Director of Development Services, noted what administration was looking at through the streetscape plans was a change in visuals and

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Letter to the Editor The Spirit of Christmas Project Christmas is a special time of year spent with family and friends. Yet, there are many who do not get to experience the joys of the season. That’s why last year, the community organization Women of Windsor contributed over 250 handwritten cards to the homeless with messages of hope. This year, we are inviting the community to join us and it’s as simple and affordable as a cup of coffee. During the month of November, participants can write their own message and (in pay it forward style) provide a second blank card with postage so that their recipients can send a card to someone as well - sending Christmas cheer, while helping loved ones re-connect. Cards will be placed in Christmas bags for the Downtown Mission. Remaining cards will be distributed to other organizations in our city with clients who could use some Christmas cheer. Organizations can include, but are not limited to, local shelters, food banks, and nursing homes. Participation is simple and all cards will be vetted for appropriate content. Please visit Women of Windsor (@womenofwindsoryqg) on Facebook for more info, where additional info can be found, including samples message ideas and photos. Stacey Robert-Tobin Professor - Social Science at St. Clair College and founder of Women of Windsor.

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esthetics, and to improve the area to be more functional for businesses and residents. If Council wished to move forward with that type of infrastructure, additional studies could be conducted. She said when cyclists come from other municipalities, bike racks would encourage cyclists to come to town. Councillor Chris Vander Doelen said he would like to see the funding broken down on essential infrastructure for projects such as the sewers and roadworks, and other items, such as trees and other infrastructure. Silveira said more specific breakdowns will come forward in the future. Mayor Larry Snively said the programs were created based on feedback from residents and the business community. He said he is really in favour of the streetscape programs. He added streetscapes have been talked about for a long time. The way he feels is,

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if we do it now, the cost is there, if it is phased, in the end, it will be double the cost. If money can be saved on lighting, he is all for it, but the projects have been a long time coming. “We are way behind and I will leave it at that,” he said. Councillor Steve Bjorkman said he was happy to see the projects would be moving forward with adding trees, and that there is a plan in place to grow them to a certain height, then move them to a park. A new tree would then be readded to the downtown area. This would keep the trees a bit smaller so they will not cover business signs. Bjorkman said the plans require a huge cost in regards to lighting. Something needs to happen with the lighting, he noted, as he is concerned with the number associated with that improvement in the document.

Councillor Morley Bowman said the projects are expensive, but what they provide the community is amazing. Chris Nepszy, CAO, said Council can tweak the Streetscapes. There was a lot of time energy and effort put into the projects. He said he heard from Council loud and clear how important the streetscapes are, but there will be some tough discussions come budget time. Bill Baker of Harrow & Colchester Chamber of Commerce is in support of the project. Certainly, tweaking is part of the process. He believes the Town of Essex is

financially healthy enough to support the projects. He said stakeholders are investing because the Town plans to invest in the downtown areas. Silveira sought direction from Council in regards on funding and a timeline for implementing the Essex Centre and Harrow Centre streetscape projects. Council received the presentation and motioned to have administration return to Council with a detailed funding model and timeline for both Essex Centre and Harrow Centre Streetscape Projects.

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Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week

Beat the Silent Killer: Prevent CO in Your Home submitted to EFP Ontario’s Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week was from November 1-7, and Town of Essex Fire and Rescue Services remind you to prevent carbon monoxide (CO) in your home by getting all fuel-burning appliances inspected annually. “In Ontario, more than 65% of injuries and deaths from carbon monoxide occur in the home,” said Fire Chief Rick Arnel. “We want to make sure everyone is safe from CO. Get all fuel-burning appliances inspected by a registered contractor.” Town of Essex Fire and Rescue Services also reminds you to install CO alarms in your home if you have a fuel-burning appliance, a fireplace or an attached garage. Fuel-burning appliances can include furnaces, hot water heaters, gas or wood fireplaces, portable fuel-burning heaters and generators, barbeques, stoves and vehicles. “You must have a working CO alarm adjacent to each sleeping area of the home if your home has a fuel-burning appliance, a fireplace or an attached garage,” Arnel added. “For added protection, install a carbon monoxide alarm on every storey of the home according to manufacturer’s instructions.” If you live in a condo or apartment building with a service room, CO alarms must be installed in the service room and adjacent to each sleeping area of all homes above, below and beside the service room. In condo or apartment buildings that have a garage, CO alarms must be installed adjacent to each sleeping area of all homes above, below and beside the garage. What is CO? • CO is known as the silent killer because it is an invisible, tasteless and odourless gas that can be deadly. • CO is produced when fuels such as propane, gasoline, natural gas, heating oil, or wood do not burn completely in

fuel-burning appliances and devices such as furnaces, gas or wood fireplaces, hot water heaters, stoves, barbeques, portable fuel-burning heaters, and generators and vehicles. Prevent CO in your home: • Ensure fuel-burning appliances, chimneys and vents are cleaned and inspected annually. Visit COSafety.ca to find a registered contractor near you. • Check that all outside appliance vents are not blocked. • Gas and charcoal barbeques should only be used outside, away from all doors, windows, vents, and other building openings. Never use barbeques inside garages, even if the garage doors are open. • Portable fuel-burning generators should only be used outdoors in well-ventilated areas away from windows, doors, vents and other building openings. • Ensure all portable fuel-burning heaters are vented properly, according to manufacturer’s instructions. • Never use the stove or oven to heat your home. • Open the flu before using a fireplace for adequate ventilation. • Never run a vehicle or other fueled engine or motor inside a garage, even if the garage doors are open. Always remove a vehicle from the garage immediately after starting it. Know the symptoms of CO: • Exposure to CO can cause flu-like symptoms such as headaches, nausea, dizziness, as well as confusion, drowsiness, loss of consciousness, and death. • If your CO alarm sounds, and you or other occupants suffer from symptoms of CO poisoning, get everyone out of the home immediately. Then call 9-1-1 or your local emergency services number from outside the building. • If your CO alarm sounds, and no one is suffering from symptoms of CO poisoning, check to see if the battery needs replacing, or the alarm has reached its “end-

of-life” before calling 9-1-1. Know the sound of your CO alarm: • Your CO alarm sounds different than your smoke alarm. Test both alarms monthly and make sure everyone in your home knows the difference between the two alarm sounds. • Don’t be confused by the sound of your CO alarm’s low-battery warning. Follow your CO alarm manufacturer’s instructions so you know the difference between the low-battery warning, the “end-of-life” warning, and the alarm alerting you to the presence of CO in your home. For more CO safety tips, visit the Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management’s website and COsafety.ca.

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Essex Council Notes for Monday, November 4... According to the report Jabbour presented, the majority of the homes were built in the 1880s, with the exception of the 2547 County Rd 20 East property. This facility was built in 1956 as one the Fina gas station established across Canada by the Petrofina Company. Site Plan Control Approval for 9529 Walker Road Essex Council moved to approve the bylaw to enter into a Site Plan Agreement with 1530343 Ontario Incorporated (9529 Walker Road), and received the corresponding report. In April of 2019, Council approved a rezoning of the former McGregor Home Hardware store. This was an application seeking permission to convert the first-floor of the former store to five multiple dwelling units. As a condition of rezoning approval, the execution of a site

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plan control agreement is required. Kimball Estates Part Lot Control Exemption request Council received Planning’s report “Part Lot Control Exemption Request for Block 18 within Registered Plan of Subdivision 12M-542, Houghton Street (Essex centre –Ward 1)” and adopt Bylaw 1801 to grant part lot control exemption for Block 18 within Registered Plan of Subdivision 12M-545 until November 4, 2021. The adoption of a part lot control exemption bylaw is to permit the sale of freehold townhomes on Block 18 on 12M-542 in the Kimball Estates subdivision, it notes in the report. The report notes Kimball Estates is a townhome development on Kimball Drive. A Part Lot Control Exemption (PLCE) bylaw is a temporary bylaw that must be renewed if the project is not completed within two years. Letter re: hydro down in Harrow While Council received correspondences during the meeting, Councillor Sherry Bondy pointed out one of the letters from Earl Stedman. The letter was written in regard to hydro interruption concerns at the Subway in Harrow. In the letter, it notes they are lucky to go a week without a hydro interruption. He said he has had the Subway less than 2-years and claims to have spent over $1,800 on hydro-related repairs. Most of it was on burned-out keypads on the pop

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overtime, and officers required on duty. Marshall explained any overtime an officer takes part in, has to be approved first. He added the OPP make sure to try to keep overtime down to a very minimum, and that it’s strategically going about how to handle that call for service. Addressing concerns

of police coverage and visibility in the community, Inspector Glenn Miller offered Council and the public full assurances that police are always available in every pocket of the municipality, and that officers treat every call for service with the upmost diligence and care. “While we don’t discuss how many officers we have working at any one time for purposes of officer safety, there has never been a time where there has been a call made to the OPP that has not been responded to in a timely manner,” Miller said. “Our OPP members are in a constant state of motion, and I can assure you that we always have officers on duty to respond to a call for service, or those emergent in nature.”

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machine. Councillor Sherry Bondy said she brought up a list of concerns at the last ELK board meeting. She said the Board takes power outages seriously. She urged those who experience flickers to contact their service provider.

NoM: Lottery Licence Process At the previous Council meeting, Councillor Sherry Bondy put a Notice of Motion forward, to be discussed at the November 4 meeting. She wanted Council to send a letter requesting the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) to consider exemptions from, or simplification of, the lottery licencing process. Bondy has talked to Town staff and does not feel the Province’s mind will be changed on the matter, so she withdrew her NoM from the table. She thought perhaps some things can be done in house to make the licenses more accessible.

Remembrance Day Mayor Larry Snively said as part of the public, the sacrifices veterans made in all wars Canada was involved in should never be forgotten. He urged community members to make sure they get out to their local cenotaphs on Monday, Remembrance Day, to give thanks. There are a lot of men and women who have sacrificed a lot for our freedoms, he noted.

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CTMHV hosts Antique & Collectible show

by Max de Liberato The adrenaline was pumping fluently on Saturday at the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village’s Antiques & Collectible show as every item featured had a story that

was dying to be told. War memorabilia from both the allies and axis, vintage coins, and a sinister-looking reptile made from glass and stones were just some of the things one could expect to find at the show.

One vendor, who had a collection of Canadian, British, and Polish medals, and what was in good condition for a surely worn uniform from the second World War, said he is not interested in breaking up the collection because

it was someone’s life, a soldier who should be honoured. The entire set of medals and uniform had been owned previously by a veteran who moved to the Windsor/Essex county area during the war. Jessica Topham, the Event Coordinator at the CTMHV said the event attracts all types of individuals. “It’s people who want to go back in time, it’s people who want to live that vintage life, and I think it’s for all of the generations.” Some of the antiques at the show dated back to the 1800s. Other collectibles featured at some of the booths dated back approximately 20-years, but are still considered to be highly sought after, that the right buyer with the right feeling of nostalgia just might purchase. “[One vendor] brought a little plaque from a gas station and the phone number was only four digits,” Topham said. “I have very little knowledge of how old that can be, but much older than I am.” Topham said this event helps get the blood flowing for shoppers, and she believes it’s the interesting items that they might find at the show that encourages them to attend. “It’s right for them,”

Customers mingled with vendors at the CTMHV’s Antiques & Collectible show on Saturday.

Topham said of those who go antiquing. “It’s antiques and collectibles, so you kind of get a taste of both worlds.” It’s a great place to network, a lot of people

have shops, a lot of people just do this as a side hobby, so it’s nice to get to know people with the same interests as you as well.”

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Council welcomes Pure Nature Nutrition Centres Pictured left: Essex Councillors Sherry Bondy, Kim Verbeek, and Morley Bowman oﬃcially welcomed Pure Nature Nutrition Centres and its owner Darrin Dielemans (pictured second from left) to Essex Centre on Friday, October 25th during a ribbon cutting ceremony.

by Sylene Argent Recently, members of Essex Council and

administration hosted an official ribbon cutting ceremony for Pure Nature Nutrition Centres. Councillor Morley Bowman welcomed franchise owner Darrin Dielemans to unit 4 at the 316 Talbot Street North plaza. Bowman also thanked those involved with bringing Pure Nature to Essex Centre for

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choosing the Hub of the County as the franchise’s newest location. D i e l e m a n s commented he had been searching for the right location for some time and is happy to put the store’s roots in Essex. He said he saw a need for this type of business in town and is excited to move forward. The store will eventually employ up to five staff members.

Lakeshore Receives Grant for Patillo Road Reconstruction submitted to EFP The Town of Lakeshore has received a grant of $4,166,500 from the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program: Rural and Northern Communities Funding Stream to complete infrastructure improvements on Patillo Road. The grant is approximately 32% of the road component of this project which is $13.1 million. “This is fantastic news for Lakeshore and our businesses in the Patillo Road area. One of Lakeshore’s top priorities in our Strategic Plan is Roads and Infrastructure investment to keep people moving

and the municipality running. This grant of $4.1 million will go a long way to improve this area and provide Lakeshore businesses with the roads and infrastructure they need,” Lakeshore’s Mayor Tom Bain stated. Safety issues and operational constraints along Patillo Road have been a subject of concern for a number of years.

Through the Town’s engineering and design work, a number of road and drainage improvements were identified to address the issues in the area. The project’s infrastructure investment will strategically support Lakeshore’s existing industrial park businesses and support future economic development in the area.

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Maidstone Bicentennial Museum prepares for Remembrance Week during the Napoleonic Wars and the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. The vessel was also used as a naval school in the early 1900s and is still afloat in Portsmouth, England, as a museum. It was when it was a naval school that, according to family history, Chief Petty Officer Arthur Plant served on board the HMS Victory in England. Arthur was the son of Edwin and Elizabeth Plant, who lived in Woodslee. Returning Victoria Beaulieu, curator of the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum, poses with the home from the war, Arthur scale replica of the HMS Victory, which will be on display as a part of their Remembrance would live in Essex, where he became a lawyer. Week, from November 5th to 10th. “We have Petty Officer Arthur Plant’s complete have grown its exhibit The Maidstone by Garrett Fodor collection of uniforms, As the calendar flips and collection. The Bicentennial Museum’s to the month November, “Remembrance Week” will recently purchased scale his footlocker, all of his Essex County residents of run from November 5 to replica of the HMS personal items,” Victoria all ages are paying tribute 10, and will display items Victory will be debuted to those who served to from the War of 1812, at Remembrance Week. protect their land and World War I, World War The British Government freedoms. II, and the Korean Wars. launched the HMS Victory As a part of its 8th Representatives are excited in 1765. The 186-foot annual ‘Remembrance to now have something ship featured 104 canons Week’ activities, the from the Napoleonic Wars and was remembered Maidstone Bicentennial that has local ties in their for the contributions and important role it played Museum is excited to collection.

Beaulieu said, who is Maidstone Bicentennial Museum’s Curator. “It’s one of our pride and joy collections we do have. So, having the uniforms from the HMS victory from WWI, we felt it was really necessary that we buy a replica of the Victory.” Beaulieu said the vessel shows the craftsmanship and puts into perspective how impressive the tall ship is and hopes that it is something people of all ages can appreciate. She thinks that it will be special for the kids to see something like the scale replica up-close. Also new to this year’s “Remembrance Week,” according to Beaulieu, is more hands-on resources for the children. Youth

who visit on November 9 will receive a special Remembrance Booklet, which features poetry from local poet Leonard Little, the history of Taps, the meaning of a poppy, and colouring pages, among other things. “This is the first year that we did the Remembrance booklet for the children,” Beaulieu said. “It was a project we thought was important to make kids remember. We like to expose the children to the history and literature, that’s part of our mandate. It’s something they can keep, and I’m hoping that they’ll take from it just how important Remembrance Week and Remembrance Day are.”

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Sacrifice and Legacy: Two Amputees Share a Special Bond Pictured left: Second World War amputee veteran Lloyd Brown shares a special bond and Remembrance Day tradition with Sean Borle.

submitted to EFP Sean Borle, 24, recalls meeting Second World War veteran Lloyd Brown, 96, for the first time six years ago at a Remembrance Day ceremony. “We had this magical moment where I reached out my right hand and he put out his left, to shake hands,” he says. Borle was born missing his left hand, and Brown lost his right arm on October 18, 1944, while serving with the Loyal Edmonton Regiment in Italy. “I was staked at a farmhouse which had a children’s treehouse located behind it,” Brown said. “In the treehouse was a sniper who kept shooting at our boys. A tank then came which shot out shells, the shrapnel hitting my right arm.” When Brown arrived at the hospital, the doctors had to amputate his arm. “Fortunately, I was in such shock that I didn’t feel a thing,” he recalled.

The ability to find the positive in a dark situation is one reason why Borle admires Brown. On Remembrance Day, the pair share a special tradition of laying a wreath on behalf of The War Amps, an organization entering its second century of service this year. The War Amps was started by war amputee veterans returning from the First World War to help each other adapt to their new reality as amputees. They then welcomed amputee veterans following the Second World War, sharing all that they had learned. Borle grew up in The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, which provides financial assistance for the cost of artificial limbs, emotional support, and regional seminars to young amputees across Canada. It was started by War Amps Members, like Brown, who realized their experiences of living with amputation could help others. Through what they call “Operation Legacy,” Borle and his fellow members of CHAMP have now “taken up the

torch” of remembrance to pay tribute to the veteran members of The War Amps, whose efforts have made a difference in the lives of thousands of amputees. “I can’t overstate the impact that these programs have on young amputees and their futures,” Borle said. “Knowing that there are people like Lloyd who understand what it’s like to be missing a limb, makes you feel like you’re not alone.” When Brown attends the Remembrance Day ceremonies, he reflects on all those in his regiment who never came home. “It’s heartbreaking to think of all those who lost their lives and it’s important to remember them,” he said. For Borle, it’s special to share Remembrance Day with Brown. “I would not be the person I am today had it not been for that decision more than 100 years ago to begin The War Amps,” Borle said. “It is our commitment as Champs that the legacy and sacrifices of Lloyd, and all the war amputee veterans, will be remembered and carried forward.”

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New Woodslee cenotaph unveiled in time for Remembrance Day

Veterans from the R.C.N.A Windsor march during the Cenotaph Ceremony on November 3 at the Libro Community Centre in Woodslee.

by Julianna Bonnett Around a week before Canadians observe Remembrance Day, a new cenotaph to honour all those who have served was unveiled on Sunday afternoon at the Libro Community Centre in Woodslee. After seven years Pictured left: The Essex High School Band plays before the Cenotaph Ceremony

Girl Guides of Canada march during the Cenotaph Ceremony on November 3 at the Libro Community Centre in Woodslee.

of continuous talks and planning, construction on the new cenotaph started last month. The Woodslee Millen Group, which formed in 2012 with the intentions to build a Memorial for Veterans, spear-headed the project. President of the Woodlsee Millen Group, Donna Roubos, said she couldn’t be happier that the cenotaph is finally up and finished after many years of planning. “We started planning for this back in 2012,” Roubos said. “It took a long time to get it together, but I’m so thankful for all the help and people [who] made this happen for the veterans and the community.” Roubos said it’s important for the community to have a cenotaph because she wants the youth to get

involved more. “We want the younger generation to understand what the veterans have done for us,” she said. The ceremony started at 2 p.m. and was led by Padre Stan Fraser and included speeches from Essex MP elect Chris Lewis, Essex County Warden Gary McNamara, and Lakeshore Mayor Tom Bain, who encouraged everyone to stop and talk to a veteran when they see them. “Besides just waving

at a veteran or smiling when you see one of them, stop and talk to them and get to know them, because they are a huge staple in our community,” Bain said. The ceremony attracted a large number of individuals from the community, who expressed their thanks to those who have served their country. After the conclusion of the ceremony, attendees enjoyed a luncheon.

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Open House held to discuss cannabis retail stores in Lakeshore

Windsor-Essex County Health Unit workers at the Open House at the Atlas Tube Centre on November 4 in Lakeshore.

by Julianna Bonnett Last December, the Town of Lakeshore opted out of housing private cannabis retail stores after the legalization of marijuana in Canada came about on October 17, 2018. Since the legalization of marijuana became effective, LaSalle, Lakeshore, and Tecumseh opted out of getting a cannabis retail store and now residences can only purchase marijuana in Ontario through the online website, Ontario Cannabis Store. Essex opted in to the possibility to allowing a retail cannabis shop last year, after garnering public feedback. The Ontario government has issued licenses through an AGCO lottery to municipalities that have opted in. Lakeshore Council held an Open House at the Atlas Tube Centre on Monday night to encourage locals to come out and discuss the issue with them.

Lakeshore Mayor, Tom Bain, said after opting out on cannabis stores, he and his Council members discussed that allowing the public to come out and be informed and learn more about the issue was the best way to go about it. “We just really want to know what our public thinks first,” Bain said. “What we have realized is that a lot of the public is for opting in and a lot are for opting out.” According to Bain, the reason why they put a hold on being open to a cannabis store in Lakeshore was because there were too many questions to which they didn’t have answers. “We know, or we figure, that if we do get a cannabis store there will be problems,” Bain said. “You are going to need police coverage, increased police coverage everywhere, and it could bring so many other issues forward that we don’t have answers to at this time.” Many from the public attended the open house

to learn more from the Lakeshore council and also from workers at the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit. Jeremy Mead, was there to show his support for a cannabis store hopefully opening up in Windsor soon. “We just want everyone

to keep an open mind when it comes to opting in for a cannabis store in Windsor,” Mead said. “We see that there is so much negativity surrounding cannabis that we understand, but there [are] also many positives to it, too.” Mead believes there are more positives than negatives to cannabis that some individuals may not realize. “There [are] a lot of people [who] have different opinions on it, but from what I’ve seen, cannabis is something that can help people with mental illness, maybe even constant body pain, and we need the public to be more open to listening to other people’s opinions before shutting them down.” The Town of Lakeshore also launched an online

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by Sylene Argent Essex native Matt Puempel kicked-off his 2019-2020 hockey

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Erie Shores HealthCare Seeks Volunteers for the Board of Directors and Community Members for the Board Standing Committees Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC) is an acute care hospital accredited with Exemplary Standing, the highest ranking bestowed by Accreditation Canada. Committed to building healthier communities, ESHC consistently strives for both patient and employee satisfaction and prides itself on being a good partner with other health care providers in our region. The volunteer Board and Community members have diverse backgrounds and bring a variety of skills and areas of expertise to the team. Responsibilities include the governing and management of hospital affairs, consistent with the Public Hospitals Act, and contribute to achieving strategic direction and monitoring organizational performance. Applicants will be selected by matching the candidate’s qualifications against preidentified requirements of the Board and Committee profile, with a particular focus on candidates who have experience and strengths in the following areas: life skills, governance, leadership, change management, performance management, organizational development, workplace culture, corporate law and financial management expertise. Erie Shores HealthCare is proud to promote and embrace the diversity of the communities we serve. We continuously strive to establish and maintain an inclusive organization and believe that the diversity of our staff, volunteers and physicians is an invaluable asset. We are committed to providing equitable volunteer opportunities and accessible volunteer practices for members of all communities, including but not limited to persons with disabilities, indigenous persons, and members of identified visible minority groups and racialized communities. Ability to speak the French language fluently is an asset. Employees of Erie Shores HealthCare and their immediate families are not eligible. Applications can be obtained by contacting: Lise Peterson Executive Assistant Erie Shores HealthCare 194 Talbot Street West, Leamington, Ontario, N8H 1N9 Fax 519-322-3829 or email lise.peterson@ldmh.org We thank all applicants for their interest in serving Erie Shores HealthCare and the residents of the communities we serve. APPLICATION DEADLINE is December 15, 2019

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SHUTTLEWORTH, Dorothy (nee Collins) Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Country Village HCC on November 2, 2019 at 82 years of age. Loving wife of the late Bernard “Bernie” Shuttleworth (2010). Dear mother of Douglas and Scott (Mary Lynn). Sister of John (Sherry) Collins and Charles Collins. Treasured grandma of Lauren, Mike, and Baylie. Great grandma of Ashton. Sister-in-law of Joe (Erica) Shuttleworth, Betty (Frank) Spry, John (Mary) Shuttleworth, and the late Tom (Annette) Shuttleworth. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Dorothy was very active with the UCW at the Essex United Church for many years. She was an organist for over 60 years. Dorothy was a long-time volunteer with Iler Lodge in Essex. Special thanks to the staﬀ at Country Village for your outstanding care of our mom. The visitation and life celebration for Dorothy was held at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. Interment followed at Victoria Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to Essex United Church or to St. Paul’s Anglican Church. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com.

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OBITUARIES _________________________________________________________ CHAPLIN, Elizabeth “Liz” - It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Chaplin (nee Manningham), 71, of Leamington. She passed away at Erie Shores Hospice on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 with her family by her side after a quick but courageous battle with cancer. Liz was a well-respected and much-loved member of this community, and a devoted wife, mother ,and Nana at home. Born and raised in Essex County, Liz trained at The Metropolitan School of Nursing in Windsor before beginning her career at Victoria Hospital in London, Ontario and Leamington District Memorial Hospital. Leaving shift work behind to raise her two daughters, Liz moved on to office administration roles at two local dental offices and an insurance broker where she earned a reputation for providing exceptional customer service, being an invaluable team player, and always having a ready smile. At the age of 49, Liz ‘retired’ from her office administration role to return to school. Without an undergraduate degree, she was accepted on the basis of her life experience into Assumption University at the University of Windsor to pursue a Degree in Theology. Once completed, she went on to receive her Master’s Degree in Pastoral Ministry. In 2002, she was ordained as a deacon in the Anglican Church of Canada and became The Reverend Deacon Liz Chaplin. In subsequent years, Liz would serve as the Chaplain for the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 84 Leamington, The Sun Parlor Home for Senior Citizens, and Leamington District Memorial Hospital. During her time at LDMH, Liz was influential in creating a Butterfly Garden for the Perinatal Bereavement Program, orchestrated a Prayer Room inside the hospital, and began a Christmas “Tree of Hope” campaign to provide assistance to local families. Upon her ‘retirement’ from Leamington Hospital, Liz then became the Chaplain on staff at the Erie Shores Campus of The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County where she devotedly served the patients and their families. Liz spent her career emphasizing that each person was more than just a customer, each patient was more than just a diagnosis. She believed that using a person’s name was important; that respect and dignity was everyone’s right; that the end of life was not the end of the journey. Liz Chaplin has touched the lives of many, shared in their stories, and was humbly honoured to do so. Liz is greatly missed by her loving husband, Bill Chaplin of Leamington; by her beloved daughters, Darlene Pursel & husband Ian Tate, and Heather Latam & husband Justin; by her cherished grandchildren, Duncan, Harley, Jordan, Jamie, Joelly, Joon, and Heath; and by her siblings, Richard Manningham and wife Maureen, Margaret Robinson, David Manningham and partner Wendy Hicks. Liz was preceded in death by her mother Elizabeth (Betty) Manningham, and her brothers John & Lawrence (Larry) Manningham. Cremation has taken place. Visiting was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Sunday. Celebration of Liz’s life was held at the funeral Home on Monday, November 4, 2019. Jane Piercy Ballard officiated. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Erie Shores Hospice would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. _________________________________________________

ROBERTSON, Leila Amelia (nee Newman) - Passed away peacefully with her family by her side on October 31, 2019 at 87 years of age. Dear wife of the late Kaye F. “Oscar” Robertson (2007). Loving mother of the late Bill Robertson, Ethel Amelia Robertson-Newton (Ron), the late Donald-1977 (Mary), and Paul (Patty). Treasured grandma of Jason, Penny (Seann), Tanya, Elisha (Nick), Tami (Tim), Krystopher (Allison), Craig, Tiﬀany and Ciera. Great grandma of 8 great-grandchildren. Loving sister of the late Murray Newman. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Leila was a long time and dedicated member of the Salvation Army-Essex Community Church and the Red Hat Society. The visitation and life celebration was held at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. North Essex. Interment followed at Greenhill Cemetery, Kingsville. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Diabetes Canada. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com.

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What’s Going On... NOV. 9  ANNUAL ESSEX FOOD BANK FRENZY  at No Frills from 9am - 3pm on the sidewalk. Your contributions are greatly appreciated. NOV. 10  ST. JOHN’S WOODSLEE ANNUAL BAZAAR, RAFFLE, & BAKE SALE  from 11am - 3pm at St. John’s Parish Hall. NOV. 10  25TH ANNUAL JINGLE BELL RUN  at Ken Knapp Ford in support of Community Living Essex County. For more info: communitylivingessex.org. NOV. 10  CTMHV MILITARIA, GUN, & SPORTSMAN SHOW  from 8am - 1pm at 6155 Arner Twln., Essex. For more info: 519-776-6909 or www.ctmhv.com. NOV. 11  ESSEX LEGION REMEMBRANCE DAY EVENTS  parade at 9:45am, Church service at 10am, form up at Cenotaph at 10:45am. NOV. 16  BICENTENNIAL BRANCH UELAC NOVEMBER MEETING  at the Church of the Epiphany, 96 Main St. W., Kingsville at 1:00pm. Guest Speaker – Glen Stott. NOV. 16 & 17  CTMHV CHRISTMAS & CRAFT SHOW  from 9am - 3pm at 6155 Arner Twln., Essex. For more info: 519-776-6909 or www.ctmhv.com.

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NOV. 23 - CHRISTMAS BAZAAR CRAFT AND BAKE SALE at Essex Retirees’ Social Club.

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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.

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organizing the event. On Friday, November 15th Harrow United Church will host a Chili Cook-Oﬀ and Toonie Auction. Chili will be served from 5 - 6:30pm. The Auction will begin at 6:45pm. Everyone is invited to come for an evening of fun! 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.

Golden Year’s Golf Report

On October 31, 43 golfers delivered a strong performance, netting 91 aces, with Mavis Rutter sinking six of them. Over 9 holes of golf, Al Rutter had the best score of 16. Over 18 holes Julia Kos took the lead, with a score of 35. Over 36 holes Laurie Hylton pulled ahead, carding a score of 74. In team play, ﬁrst place, with a combined score of 233, went to Team 2 (Bill Taylor, Walter Balsam, Ron Fick). Team 9 (Al Rutter, Marie Lasi, Lloyd Honey) took second and Team 14 (Bill Adams, Vic Renaud, Randy Nash) placed third.

519-776-4255 Salvation Army Essex Church submitted by Carolyn Barnett

We invite you to worship with us on Sundays at 10:30a.m. Major Hann continues his sermon series on “His Masters Voice” with this Sunday’s message being “The Lord Looks on the Heart.” Stay for refreshments and fellowship afterwards, and meet our church family. Norm Droulliard will be our guest speaker on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at SA Connections. Remembrance Day will be the focus. Stop in between 10am - 1pm. Major Hann’s Bible study on the Book of Luke Follows at 1p.m. All are welcome to attend both. Don’t forget to save your used stamps for the Canadian Bible Society, who uses them to pay for Bibles for Canadian prison ministry. There is a box in the foyer for them. Shoe Boxes are now available for Operation Christmas Child. They must be returned by Sunday, Nov. 17th.

Bethel-Maidstone United Please join us Sunday mornings at 10 am for worship, and coffee hour to follow. The Giving Tree will be set-up for the month of November. Donations of hats, gloves, mittens, scarves and small toys will be collected. Donations will stay in our community. Thank you! Our annual Haiti Mission Project Fundraiser is at A-1 Essex on Monday, November 18 from 4:30pm - 8pm. Cash only, take-out available. All proceeds support our Haiti Mission Project. Our annual Christmas Bazaar will take place Saturday, November 16 from 10 am - 3 pm. Preschool Playtime has resumed! Caregivers and kids ages 0-4 are invited to drop in Thursdays, anytime between 9:30am and 12pm. Toys and crafts, circle time, healthy snack, and the last Thursday of the month is gym day and lunch! The third Sunday of the month will now become “Food Bank Sunday.” Please bring your canned goods and or donations. There is a special appeal for boxed cereal, pudding, fruit cups, and granola bars for school lunches. Georgeann is doing a clothing drive with the goal of filling her hatchback! Please bring clothing items on November 24. Donations will be taken to St. Vincent De Paul (Windsor). If anyone is interested in joining a choir for Advent and Christmas, please see Rev. Paul or Bethany. 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 Tues. & Thurs., 9am - 1pm.

Harrow United Church submitted by Larry Anderson

We warmly welcome you to Harrow United Church! Please join us this Sunday morning at 10:30am for our Worship Service, which also includes Sunday School for our youth along with a well supervised nursery. We invite everyone to stay for coﬀee and conversation immediately following the service. Our congregation truly appreciates those who supported our annual Turkey Dinner last week. Approximately 1000 dinners were served with many helpers preparing the food and

St. Paul’s Anglican Church The Reverend Canon Dr. Todd Townshend, the Dean of the Faculty of Theology at Huron University College, was elected 14th Bishop of Huron on October 26. The new Bishop of Huron will be consecrated on January 25, 2020 at St. Paul’s Cathedral. Remembrance Day: Monday, November 11 at 10am at Essex United - An ecumenical worship service followed by a service at the cenotaph. A short service of remembrance with laying of wreaths in the graveyard beside Trinity Church at 1pm. Our November Marketplace will take place on Saturday, November 16th from 10 until 2 in the parish hall, call/text 519980-4942 for more details or for table rentals. The Communion Service will be at Country Village at 10:30 am on Thursday, November 21. Curious about the flags we are flying outside of the church? Check out our Fun with Flags videos on our Facebook page to learn more. Visit online at: www.stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page. Phone: 519-776-7711. Email: office@stpaulstrinity.org. Located at 92 St Paul Street, in Essex

Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen

We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service, beginning at 10:00am with guest speaker, Pastor Mark Verbruggen from Sarnia, ON. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Join us afterward for a cup of coﬀee or tea. GEMS and Cadets will meet on Monday evenings from 6:30 - 8pm. This is a great club for girls and boys from Grade 1 - 8 where we participate in bible studies, crafts, and games. Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.

Essex United Church On Sunday, November 10th 10:30am - Rev. Lexie Chamberlain will lead us in worship. For the month of November, food donations are for the Essex Food Bank. From the Essex United Church Oﬃcial Board: We have started our search for a new minister! Please keep our church family in your prayers. Monday, November 11, 10:00 am will be the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 201 (Essex) annual Remembrance Day service at Essex United. Coming on November 16th 9am - 1pm is our Annual Book Sale! A mini Christmas Bazaar, too. Continue on Page 21

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL TO EXPROPRIATE LAND Form 2 - Expropriations Act, R.R.O. 1990, Reg.363

In The Matter of an application by The Corporation of the Town of Tecumseh for approval to expropriate land being part of Pt Lots. 155, 156, Concession 1, Tecumseh designated as Pts 1 to 7 inclusive PL 12R-20745, s/t Ease over Pt 4 PL 12R-20745 as in R1098643, s/t Ease over Pt 7 PL 12R-20745, as in R1286630, s/t Ease over Pts 2, 5, 6, 7, PL 12R-20745 as in R1286631, s/t Ease over Pt 6 PL 12RE-20745, as in R1098644 in the Town of Tecumseh in the County of Essex and Province of Ontario PIN 75244-0477 for the purpose of a storm water management facility. Notice Is Hereby Given that application has been made for approval to expropriate the land described as follows: Being Part of Lots 155 and 156, Concession 1, Tecumseh shown on the engineered plan attached in the Town of Tecumseh County of Essex and Province of Ontario, being Part of PIN 75244-0477 Any owner of lands in respect of which notice is given who desires an inquiry into whether the taking of such land is fair, sound and reasonably necessary in the achievement of the objectives of the expropriating authority shall so notify the approving authority in writing, 1. in the case of a registered owner, served personally or by registered mail within thirty days after the registered owner is served with the notice, or, when the registered owner is served by publication, within thirty days after the first publication of the notice; 2. in the case of an owner who is not a registered owner, within thirty days after the first publication of the notice. The approving authority is the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Tecumseh Address: 917 Lesperance Road, Tecumseh, Ontario N8N 1W9 The Corporation of the Town of Tecumseh Laura Moy, Clerk This notice first published on the 7th day of November, 2019.

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for our freedom and paid the ultimate sacriﬁce. Please remember in prayer those who are shut-in and in nursing home care.

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Continued from Page 15 Our Christmas Craft Show is on Saturday, November 30 & Sunday, December 1.

Essex County Library ESSEX BRANCH: MAKE YOUR OWN BOOK/JOURNAL - Saturday, November 23 at 11:00 am. Ages 5 & up. Register online or at the library. MCGREGOR BRANCH: FAMILY STORYTIME - EXPLORE SPACE - Leave planet earth to explore space through books and crafts on Wednesday, November 20 at 3:45 pm. Ages 5 & up. Register online or at the library.

The next Fish Fry is on Friday, November 15 from 4:30-7p.m. with take out available. Euchre night is on Monday, November 18th at 7p.m. A parent meeting for Confirmation will be held on November 26th at 7p.m. in the parish hall. All parents of children who either attend Holy Name School or other Schools must attend. Thank you to everyone who donated, volunteered, and participated in our CWL Annual Turkey Dinner & Bazaar. It was a great success! Please remember to drop off your Foodland grocery tapes, cancelled stamps, and leftover eyeglasses at the designated file drawers at the Info table. Please keep Therese Lecuyer in your prayers.

Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight

Trinity Church We keep in our prayers all those on our prayer list. The Sanctuary Lamp buns in memory of Fran & Elmer Snively, given by Larry & Brenda and family, and Ray Twiname Jr., given by Jack & Sue Beaule and family. We will host a ‘Paint Party’ on Saturday, November 30. If you are interested, please contact Brenda at 519-839-5184 to get the details and be added to the list. This will be a fun night for all. Mark your calendars for November 16 & 17 - Trinity Church is one of the places to visit on the Kingsville Christmas Tour! Remember that we need to fill the Toy Box for the Goodfellows to distribute to kids in our own area for Christmas. Lets fill it so we can put smiles on faces at Christmas. Also remember to place your orders for meat or cherry pies for the holidays or just to help fill your freezer for the winter. To place your order, leave a message with Sharon at 519-839-4579 , Brenda at 519-839-5184, or the church 519-839-5303. Join us Sundays at 9:15 in ‘The Little White Church’ in the cemetery in Cottam.

Pastor Jay spoke on identifying the people you have a passion to see helped and then going out and doing your part to make a diﬀerence in their lives. We were born to impact others. Sunday Service is at 10am. Come out and join us! The House of Hope will be held on November 22nd. For more information, visit our website at antiochcanada.ca. Be Blessed! Woodslee Friendship Club Card player winners for the week of October 28th - November 1st - Monday Euchre: Jean Matalik, LeRoy Davison, Bernice Price, Joan Broeders, and Joanne McMurren. Wednesday Pepper: Audrey Stanley, Helene Manley, Janece McLaughlin, Roger Monchamp, Flo Rivest, Joan Broeders, and Joanne McMurren. Friday night Euchre: Joanne McMurren, Rob Pickle, Joan Broeders, George Diesbourg, and Charlie Chevalier. For Club information, call Claire at: 519-723-4694.

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Our doors are open to all for family worship on Sunday, Nov. 10 at 10am. Rob Cornies will bring the message. Remembrance day will be rememebered. All welcome. Remembrance Day service at Essex United Church is on November 11 at 10am. Service in Cottam at the cemetery at 1pm. Take time to remember those who fought

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for a Remembrance Day gathering. Bring your family’s war memorabilia to display or come by to hear stories of our local heroes. The Sandwich South Heritage Centre is opened every Saturday from 9a.m.- Noon or by appointment, by calling Judy Jobin at: 519-737-6628. Everyone is welcome to come and check it out! Please remember to drop oﬀ your Foodland grocery tapes in the designated box. Please keep in your prayers and all the people who are sick, shut-in, and in Hospice.

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FOOT CARE SERVICES: Did you know that specialized Foot Care is provided by Essex Community Services? Our Foot Care Clinic is open to persons 55+, or any age for those unable to care for their own feet. Let our professionally trained Advanced Foot Care Nurses pamper you with nail clipping and ﬁling, treatment of corns, calluses and ingrown nails followed by a relaxing foot/leg massage. Clinic is located at 35 Victoria Ave, Essex. The goal of our program is to increase comfort and prevent and treat problems that may lead to immobility. Got Questions? Get Answers from our friendly and knowledgeable foot care nurses on ways to keep your feet healthy and happy. Call Essex Community Services today to set up an appointment: 519-776-4231.

Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman

We will be joined by Essex Legion Colour Guard as we remember the men and women who served in our Canadian Armed Forces in war time and peace time, and who continue to serve. Remember to wear your Poppy to honour them. Rev. Carl will lead this special service. The Holy Scripture will be read by Doug Wilson. Jean Matalik and George Sutherland will greet you at the door. A special thank you to everyone who came out to our Bazaar and to those who helped. Operation Christmas Child Boxes have arrived. You can pick one up in the church hall. The ﬁlled boxes need to be returned by Sunday, November 17. Our Sunday School will collect warm socks for the Socks for the Soul Street Help program. All donations will be gladly accepted by any of the children in the Sunday school. THE KLASSENS IN CONCERT: Saturday, November 16 at 7pm. They play a Paraguayan Folk Harp and Keyboard. Free-will oﬀering COFFEE AND CONVERSATION: Thursdays at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.

Our next Pasta dinner is on December 3rd, from 5-7p.m. at St. Mary’s Hall. Youth Choir for Christmas Eve Mass at St. Mary’s is being formed. Rehearsals are on Thursdays at 3:45p.m. at St. Mary’s. For more info, contact Rose Jobin. Everyone is invited to come out to the Sandwich South Heritage Centre in Oldcastle

Essex Retirees’ Social Club Saturday Euchre had Diana Dennis with ﬁrst place, Cathy Dewhurst in second, and Elmer Young in third place. Jairmen Bagot had low score. Audrey Stanley had high score at special Pepper on Monday night. Patricia Holt came in second place and Donna Clarkson in third. Floyd Cascadden had high score at Tuesday afternoon Pepper. Virgery Cascadden had the most peppers and Judy Lane had low score. Nelson St. Denis had high score at Wednesday night Pepper. Audrey Stanley had the most peppers and Janece McLaughlin had low score. At our annual Halloween Party, Delia Loebach won ﬁrst place for best costume, Marian Mailey won second, and Sharon White won third place!

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Essex Pirates everywhere!

1954 Chevrolet “Tin Woody”

Pictured above, in row one: JR Kotyk, N. Raymond, D. Rounding, R. Smith, T. Trepanier, and J. Hayes. In row two: J. Mills, K. Wright, C. McCarthy, M. Velanoﬀ, C. Rossi, B. Taylor. In row three: B. Travis, C. Britenbaugh, B. Krause, C. Mergl, J. Desmarais, K. Burkhart, N. Nehmetallah, D. Coats, and Brendan Ledoux. Coaches: (L)Brian Paquette, Steve Kotyk, (R) Ethan Travis, Mykal Travis, and Josh Mills

Ian ready for surﬁng with his “Tin Woody.”

Ian Townshend-Carter of Brampton, Ontario, writes: “Good morning, Bill. Sorry for sending this to you in the middle of the week but the wind has been blowing the last few days and ‘the wind wait for no man.’ When it is windy, I windsurf. “The car is a 1954 Chev 210 Handyman. Called the “Tin Woody,” it is the first year of a woody car without the wood. It is all original, right down to the vacuum windshield wipers. This is not some polished and pampered car that only comes out on a sunny Sunday on the Queen’s birthday. This is a working windsurfing machine that hits the beach as soon as there is wind. Yes, there really is a windsurfer living in Brampton, and I am a professional windsurfer in the Beaches district of Toronto. “I do all the maintenance and work on this car. With a shop manual purchased for $40 at a swap meet in Lindsay, and a ‘guy,’ Don Whitehead of Transportation Consultants in Bolton, as my advisor when I get stumped, I do everything. It is fun and relatively simple.” When Ian bought the vehicle, it needed brakes and a new U-joint. He wanted a Chevy because parts are easy to get. And he wanted a ’54 because he was born in 1954! Originally blue, it is now green. The engine is Chevy’s overhead-valve six with 235 cubic inches and a 3-speed manual shift on the steering column (“three on the tree”). Ian learned gear-shifting on trucks and enjoys having the vehicle all original, right down to the 6-volt battery. The only upgrade is the addition of two seatbelts on the bench front seat. Vinyl seats are slippery and the belts keep occupants from sliding back and forth on turns. Ian bought the “Tin Woody” in 2017 after seeing it parked outside with other vehicles in the Burlington area. He expressed interest in buying it but nothing developed. Six months later, the owner called and was ready to deal. Originally from New Mexico, someone in Niagara Falls imported it into Canada around 1997. It has been in Ontario ever since. Ian says his Tin Woody is “a delight to work on and a delight to drive.” I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca.

submitted to EFP There’s nothing quite like playoff football, and the Essex Canadian Tire Atom team is going to the Championship on the strength of an 8 to 6 victory over the U of W Lancers. Koehn Burkhart, Brendan Ledoux, and the rest of the Pirates were all over the field, for the entire game. Conner Rossi, Joey Desmarais, Blaise Krause, Dax Rounding, BJ Balaara, Keirin Wright, and their teammates protected their quarter back and gave room for the run. Carson Mergl, JR Kotyk, and Nate Raymond each recovered important kicks for Essex, and Cash McCarthy made a late critical tackle. The Essex score came on a half back pass from Ryan

Smith to JR. The defense played strongly with Tobey Trepanier and Jimmy Hayes opening up holes for Pryce Webb to shoot through for sacks. It took all the Pirates players to win the tough game, with Jasper Mills intercepting the final Lancer push. Come see David Coates, Nate Nehmetallah, Cooper Britenbaugh, and the rest of the Pirates as they try

to claim their treasure chest this Sunday, at the University of Windsor. The Championship game starts at 1:00pm. The Tyke and Pee Wee teams, based in Essex, also advanced to the Championship game, in their divisions, which suggests there is some toughness in them county kids. Good luck all!

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73’s win streak halted at six

Photo by Laurie Beaten: Bryce O’Brien stands at the blue line Tuesday, in his first game of the year, during Essex’s 4-2 win over Lakeshore.

by Garrett Fodor The Essex 73’s was looking to avenge its season-opener loss to the Lakeshore Canadiens last Tuesday evening as Essex played host to its crosstown rival. Essex entered the evening with a five-game winning streak, and was looking to extend it to six. From the opening puck

drop, Essex came out flying, winning the draw and dictating pace early. Just 94 seconds in, Owen Meyerink let a slap shot go, that trickled through Canadiens’ goalie, Matt Tovell’s, five-hole, to give Essex a 1-0 lead. The lead, however, lasted just four minutes, as Canadiens’ Matt Smith scored the first of two

goals in the period to beat Connor Meyerink and give Lakeshore a 2-1 lead heading into the break. Shots after 20 minutes were 9-8 for Essex. In period two, Essex continued to push as it came out of the intermission on a mission. Pressing with the forecheck, the 73’s created a turnover and

an odd man rush, which Darcy Haupt was able to capitalize on for the lone goal of the period to make it 2-2 heading into the third period. Despite having two power-plays in the third period, including a five minute major, the Canadiens were unable to beat Meyerink again, who stood on his head and bailed his team out several times. The 73’s went a perfect 6-for-6 on the penalty kill on the night. They capitalized 6:40 into the third period as Josh Pope-Ferguson wired a one-timer just below the bar to restore Essex’s lead. And Preston Corp would add a shorthanded empty netter. Essex prevailed 4-2. The final shots were 28-25 in favour of Lakeshore. Closing out the week, the 73’s were at home for a rare Sunday afternoon game against the Wheatley Sharks. In a previous meeting this season, the Sharks handed Essex its second loss of

the season, as the Sharks won 4-3. The two teams showed why the scoreboard was close in their last meeting as they exchanged chances and flashes of speed. But in the opening frame, the 73’s got into penalty problems and the Sharks made them pay when Alex Anastaskos slipped a point shot through Jax D’Hondt’s five-hole. The Sharks led 1-0 after one. The teams skated to a scoreless second period, while the 73’s outshot the visiting Sharks 29-23. In the third period, it was Essex’s time to make the Sharks pay for undisciplined play. When the 73’s went to the power-play for the third

time on the night, Bryce O’Brien blasted a shot low and through a sea of bodies and then Jackson Ford’s pads. Essex tied the game 1-1 with just under nineminutes to play, but both teams were not able to beat Ford or D’Hondt in the third period, setting up an overtime situation. In overtime, both teams exchanged their changes early, but it was the Sharks that capitalized. Conor Dembinski was the lone 73 skater back on an oddman-rush. Lucas Poisson made no mistake and buried it above D’Hondt. The Sharks topped the 73’s to halt its winning streak at six games.

24 I Community Essex Free Press

I Thursday, November 7, 2019

BIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tiny Tot parade brings Halloween to the downtown by Sylene Argent Area youngsters proudly showed off their Halloween costumes on Thursday morning as the Essex Centre BIA hosted the annual Tiny Tots Trick-or-Treat parade along Talbot Street. Despite the cold and rainy weather, many youngers eagerly collected candy along Essex Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s downtown corridor from area business owners. Because partnerships are key, the Essex Centre BIA reached out to Essex District High School to ask for help handing out candy. Around 25 leadership students obliged to the request, and dressed up to participate. As a show of appreciation for their efforts, the Essex Centre BIA provided the students with a pizza luncheon. The Essex Centre BIA was also pleased to get help from Libro Credit Union, which provided staff members to man the barricades during the event. Every year, the Essex Centre BIA hosts the Tiny Tots Parade as a way to give back to the community for the continued support shown to local businesses, and to get people on foot to walk the downtown area to see what services and products are offered. The event also promotes the importance of sharing as families were asked to donate nonperishable food donations to participate. Thanks to the generosity of the community, a sizeable donation was made to each the Essex Salvation Army and the Essex Area Food Bank. Next, the Essex Centre BIA will launch its 2019 E$$ex Centre Downtown Dollar$ voucher sales on November 12 from Libro Credit Union, which will provide area shoppers and service users with the opportunity to purchase vouchers, up to a limit of $500, at a 15 percent discount. The Essex Centre BIA covers the cost difference, and they are accepted at participating area businesses until February 28, 2020. The program encourages shopping locally around the holiday season. The Essex Centre BIA will team up with the Essex Salvation Army to host the annual Tree Lighting event, to take place at the Essex Municipal Building starting at 6 p.m. on Friday, November 22. There will be carolling by the tree and live music as the

Essex Salvation Army kicks off its Christmas Kettle Campaign. The Essex Centre BIA is still accepting applications for the Win this Space program. Entrepreneurs have until 10 a.m. on Friday, November 8 to submit an application to be considered to participate in the contest that will provide up to $1000 a month for a year to one lucky winner to put towards rent at a pre-approved Essex Centre storefront. For more information about Essex Centre BIA events, programs, and contest rules, log onto essexbia.com.