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Gerry Belanger crowned 2020 Essex Citizen of the Year - He has been an Essex Area Food Bank volunteer since 2002 -
Last Thursday morning, Rotarian Jim Wallace, Essex Councillor Morley Bowman, Marnie Aldridge, of the Essex Railway Station, and Peter Youngson, Holy Name Knights of Columbus Grand Knight, surprised long-time Essex Area Food Bank volunteer, Gerry Belanger (pictured second from the right) with the news he was selected as the 2020 Essex Citizen of the Year Award winner.
by Sylene Argent Early last Thursday morning – just as the sun was greeting “BEAUTIFUL” the day – buses were picking up See Page 5 for adoption info. school-aged students for class, squirrels were scurrying around, collecting walnuts in preparation for the upcoming cooler months, and long-time Essex Area Food Bank volunteer, Gerry Belanger, was already hard at work, setting up for another food distribution day to benefit those who rely on
the community service during economically stressful times. What was unique about last Thursday morning was, as Belanger prepared for the busy day before himself and fellow volunteers, there was a group of individuals in the parking lot, ready to recognize his years of effort that has benefited individuals and families across the region for nearly twodecades.
Belanger was surprised, and, at first, a little confused to have a group enter the Food Bank so early, but, with balloons and a congratulatory sign in hand, Marnie Aldridge, of the Essex Railway Station, Councillor Morley Bowman, Holy Name Knights of Columbus Grand Knight Peter Youngson, and Essex Rotarian Jim Wallace were proud to announced Belanger earned the 2020 Citizen of the
Year Award. What is special about Belanger winning this award is that his predecessor, Eileen Clifford, founder and heart of the Essex Area Food Bank, earned the Essex Citizen of the Year distinction in 1998. And Clifford’s vision and passion for the Food Bank was all Belanger could speak of when hearing his own efforts were to be recognized. “You have done a lot over the years,” Bowman said to Belanger, noting his volunteer work has helped put a wonderful mark on Essex. “This was Eileen’s baby. She made the town known,” Belanger responded, noting it was Clifford who recruited him as a volunteer all those years ago, when he was a member of the Knights of Columbus. “She was a fighter.” That was in 2002, and he has been instrumental in the service organization ever since. His first interaction with the Essex Area Food Bank was when he volunteered to help out at a Knights of Columbus fish fry, which benefited the local food distribution organization. He recalled, later on, when Clifford’s health began to deteriorate, being asked to meet with her on a Sunday. During
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Gerry Belanger crowned 2020 Essex Citizen of the Year... Continues from Front Page that meeting, Clifford asked Belanger if he would be up to taking over the reins of the local food distribution service, one she was proud to be able to produce protein and milk for the families and individuals in need. Food Bank volunteers, Belanger said, “try to help people, and they [the clients] certainly appreciate it.” Bowman noted the Citizen of the Year Committee, which is comprised of a representative of partnering service clubs – The Essex Rotary Club, the Holy Name Knights of Columbus Council (3305), Heritage Essex, and the Essex Legion – made the decision that Belanger would be this year’s recipient a week ago, after reviewing an above-average number of submissions from community members. Typically, the recipient is honoured during a banquet held at the Essex Legion in November, which doubles as a fundraiser for Heritage Essex, a committee that maintains the historic Essex Railway Station. Because of the pandemic, organizers are looking to arrange a way to celebrate this year’s recipient, following provincial guidelines.
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Dignitaries from across the region, and all levels of government, joined representatives of Community Living Essex County for the official opening ceremony and apple peeling contest on Friday evening, which kick off the 41st annual Ruthven Apple Festival.
by Sylene Argent Since the first Ruthven Apple Festival was held over four-decades ago, over $1M has been raised for Community Living Essex County (CLEC) to help support its clients in achieving their goals and reach for success. Today, CLEC supports over 700 individuals with intellectual disabilities, and their families, from across Essex County. Funds raise over the Ruthven Apple Festival weekend typically support CLEC’s transportation vehicles, which assist clients in keeping involved in their communities. The event traditionally takes place on the grounds of Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens, but due to safety concerns with COVID-19, this year’s 41st Ruthven Apple Festival was held virtually. This change up gave supporters a unique chance to enjoy many activities and modes of entertainment from the comfort of their own couch, Tony DeSantis said, who is the Manager of Community Relations and Resource Development. The event kicked off on Friday evening with the official opening ceremony and popular apple peeling
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contest. Contestants in the apple peeling contest, which included local dignitaries from across the region, from all levels of government, had to be particularly honest about their skills this year as the contest was hosted via Zoom. A moment that was sure to bring a chuckle to all who were watching, was when MP Chris Lewis brought a horse into frame and offered it the apple, instead of peeling it. He spoke of the challenges the community faces during the pandemic, and noted new ideas and thoughts will fight those challenges. He said it is vital to carry on traditions and was pleased to participate. Lewis also noted the community would not be the great place it is without the work CLEC does. Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos defended and reclaimed the coveted apple peeling champion award, by creating the longest peel in the contest, which will give Continues on Page 6
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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• Keeping that circle close
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The old saying is to “keep your friends close, and your enemies closer,” and I totally understand the merit in that strategy. The idea is to keep an eye on what your enemy is up to, to either protect yourself from future scenarios of shenanigans or benefit from future instances that were either designed to not include you or were meant to leave you behind in the dust. Every time I hear that adage, I think of the time of kings and queens, intrigue, and a constant struggle for power. I, however, have never, ever been good with that strategy. I have always preferred to keep my social bubble small, way before it was required through the current COVID-19 pandemic. I’ve always preferred avoiding those people who were likely to cause drama, seemingly as a way to entertain themselves, but would try to keep an eye on an instance I could sense unfolding, from a very far distance, just to avoid any shrapnel when things erupt. Let’s face it, those “enemies” will not always be honest about their intentions or their plans, and
honest people can easily be sucked into their game, and unwillingly or unknowingly be used as pawns, as they move toward their own ambitions. It seems exhausting to try and keep up with all the nonsense people may be planning or try to drum up. Personally, I’d rather spend my time doing the things I love to do or supporting people I know have good intent and are appreciative of that support. I would not say I enjoy sitting back from afar and watching the malevolent tactics blow up in the face of those with bad intent, instead of benefiting them as they so hoped, but I won’t say I feel bad for them when the – you know what – hits the fan. Try as we may, we may not always be able to keep all those people we would prefer to avoid at a far distance. We may be related or have to work with said individual, and avoiding their lustre for shenanigans or dramafilled tactics may be difficult to impossible. Personally, I am someone who has a pretty good “watch out for this one” sense, and I do not typically go against my gut feeling out of an
interest to see how something may play out. Even worse can be when we can not avoid an individual who attracts drama, and that drama always somehow tries to leak out and corrupt you as well. Or, perhaps you are part of that proverbial, unavoidable cleanup crew when things turn out the way they always do for someone we care about. Guarding those boundary lineswe set for people can be exhausting, as if we are an armoured knight aboard a steed, constantly in search of enemy breaches. It may be challenging to be direct with people, as individuals who do not like to rock the boat or may want to avoid unnecessary drama. But, I have always found that making distinct boundaries has been crucial to avoiding those unexpected instances of drama and warding of individuals with not-so-good intentions.
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OFA focused on long-term soil health and conservation by Teresa Van Raay, Director, Ontario Federation of Agriculture
Agricultural soil health is directly connected to the food production system and economic growth in Ontario. Health soils impact the viability, sustainability and productivity of Ontario’s agriculture and food industry. It is our most valuable resource and its long-term health and conservation remains a key priority for the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA). At our recent virtual Policy Advisory Council meeting, OFA hosted a presentation from the chair and co-chairs of Ontario’s Soil Action Group, which OFA is actively engaged in. The Soil Action Group represents a partnership between government, industry stakeholders, conservation groups, and academia with the purpose of providing guidance and advice on the implementation of Ontario’s Agricultural Soil Health and Conservation Strategy. OFA was heavily involved in the development of the strategy, providing input as a member of the soil health working group. Moving forward, the Soil Action Group is focused on four main themes: soil management, soil data and mapping, soil evaluation and monitoring, and soil knowledge and innovation. Though many soil management best practices already exist, integrating them into existing production systems is a challenge that must recognize Ontario farmers’ capacity to change, the economic realities of farming, and the availability (or lack thereof) of supports to help make desired changes. Increasing soil data will be critical in allowing farmers to establish the baseline status of soil health and be equipped
to measure improvements in soil condition. Armed with modernized soil maps, inventory and updated data, the industry can focus its soil enhancement efforts on highpriority areas. Evaluating and monitoring the state of soil will ensure that progress be tracked at the farm level and within specific regions across the province. Effective tracking will ensure a long-range view of soil health. The Soil Action Group has already established the need for a productive management cycle that includes farmer knowledge, innovative research, and technology transfer. Equipped with a variety of soil demonstrations, knowledge can be shared, and data collected to ensure long-term productivity of the land. Following the presentations, Policy Advisory Council members participated in a poll, asking key questions around soil health practices. OFA understands that work continues to ensure the long-term health of our most valuable resource. It may result in farmers having to implement minor changes or adjustments to their current farm practices as well as adopting long-term solutions for managing soil health strategies. Poll results indicated that 77% said they already test soil regularly; 82% have a lot of faith in soil testing; and 83% said they would share this data anonymously for research purposes. The top two ranking incentives for soil improvement programs were free soil testing kits for individual farm use, followed by access to a soil specialist
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No decision in South Malden Appeal Tribunal by Adam Gault There is no decision following a Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) meeting that took place on Thursday, September 24, regarding 1241 South Malden Road, and the request for a severance and minor variance application at the property. Previously denied by the Town of Essex’s Committee of Adjustment on January 21 of this year, the applicant, property owner Jordan Goure, sought an appeal at the provincial level through an LPAT hearing. “It was turned down initially because the Committee was of the opinion that it didn’t qualify based on the policies we have in place for agricultural areas, and the policies the province has in place,” Essex’s Manager of Planning Services, Rita Jabbour, explained. Goure, who is also the proprietor of BREW microbrewery and restaurant in Windsor, is seeking a severance and minor variance application at the 30.5acre agricultural zoned property for the purposes of constructing a winery and overnight amenities. With the severance, the applicant would seek to construct the winery and bed and breakfast on the 20-
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consultation. More than two-thirds of respondents felt that perennial cover crops were the most effective soil management practice. It was also noted that 33% are very concerned about the resilience of the soil in the region of the province they represent. OFA’s involvement in soil health will continue with an eye to best practices. Specifically, how our members can continue to be effective stewards of the land with methods and programs that maintain or improve profitability and productivity. OFA intends to gather input from members later this fall through a survey on priorities and attitudes around soil health as it relates to their farm business. In a provincial announcement from earlier this year in July, Ontario’s Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, Hon. Ernie Hardeman, announced a Jobs and Recovery Committee to focus on reducing regulations and providing incentives to attract investment in local economies, which includes participation by OFA president Keith Currie. Among the areas for potential investment will be projects focused on environmental sustainability, such as soil health management. OFA is involved in many projects and initiatives to advocate for programs, research, and best practices to ensure high quality information and expertise is shared among farmers and industry partners. We know from input received at the grassroots level, including groups like our Policy Advisory Council, that it is critical that incentive programs offer farmers practical and useful data and tools that can not only improve their soil, but also their bottom line. Our food system and economy depends on it.
acre parcel of land, with the retained 10-acre parcel intended to be developed into a maple farm brewery. “Zoning By-law 1037 stipulates that the minimum lot area for agricultural districts is 100 acres, or the existing lot size, which would have been 30.5 acres as it stands today, thus requiring the variance,” Jabbour explained. Previously, the property held several nonagricultural zoned buildings, which were approved decades ago, and were constructions that would
generally not be permitted in a current designated agricultural zone. “You have your base zoning with the agricultural designation to allow for agricultural uses, like wineries and breweries,” Jabbour said. “But, with this property, in addition to the agricultural uses, they had supplementary uses that were probably approved by the Council of the day to allow for a retreat, a spa, a church. uses that are not agricultural.” A decision in writing is expected from the LPAT Chair within the next few weeks.
Letter to the Editor Speeding along Maidstone Avenue East Dear Editor; As a resident of Maidstone Avenue East, near Galos Drive, we have noticed an increase in the amount of people who do not do the speed limit. Many vehicles fly down this road, some doing 80km or more. There are no speed limit signs posted in our area. This section of Maidstone Avenue East has become very dangerous as there are a lot of children and handicap adults in our neighbour. I’m very concerned for everyone’s safety. There were even instances of cars passing at the intersection of Cameron and Maidstone, which is very dangerous. People are treating this road like a highway, rather than a residential road. Maybe if there was some police presence in this town, people would be more inclined to obey the speed limits and traffic rules. Thank you, Jennifer Garrod A concerned resident of Maidstone Avenue East
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Tecumseh Council highlights September 22, 2020 meeting submitted to EFP Tecumseh Town Council met electronically this evening and here are the highlights from the meetings: Call for Award Nominations: Council approved the timelines for the Town’s annual awards program with a special meeting scheduled for November 24 to consider the nominees. Council also approved a new Youth of the Year Award, which was developed by the Youth Advisory Committee and is similar to the Senior of the Year Award. The criteria for the new award are: must be a resident of Town; must demonstrate outstanding community engagement in activities, such as, but not limited to, volunteerism, community based leadership or research, outreach partnership, and curricular engagement; must be under the age of 23; and, must be enrolled in either elementary, secondary, or post-secondary education. Deadline to apply for the awards is October 31, 2020 and information will be posted to the website and shared out on social media. Applications are available at www. tecumseh.ca/awards.
Amendments to the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways: Council received a report on the new regulations for Minimum Maintenance Standards (MMS) for Municipal Highways. MMS is a part of the Municipal Act and outlines the standard of care a municipality should meet in the maintenance of its public highways. The standard of care includes acceptable conditions of roads, sidewalks, and bike lanes, as well as time constraints in which the standards need to be met. Recent changes to the MMS regulations include: - The introduction of winter maintenance standards for bike lanes - The introduction of winter maintenance, including patrol obligations for sidewalks - The ability for municipalities to declare a “Significant Weather Event” with implications for winter maintenance on roadways, bicycle lanes, and sidewalks for the duration of the event A Significant Weather Event (SWE) was considered due to the rise in fluctuating weather patterns which has increased the frequency and severity of significant weather events. This amendment to the MMS permits a municipality to declare a SWE to extend the time allowed to maintain roads and sidewalks to the regulated level of service. The event could include significant snow
accumulation in 24 hours; ice formation that occurs without warning; high winds leading to snow drifting; and/or, extreme cold temperatures at which de-icing operations would not be effective. Essex Power Paperless Billing Initiative: at the February 11, 2020 Regular Meeting of Council, Essex Powerlines presented their paperless billing initiative and outlined that they would make a donation of the money savings proceeds to a non-profit organization of Council’s choice. Administration sought direction from Council on the charity to benefit from the proceeds of the initiative and Council selected to split the proceeds of the funds between Tecumseh Goodfellows and Victim Services of Windsor and Essex County. Tecumseh 2021 Budget and Business Plan: Council received a presentation from the Finance Department on the 2021 Budget process. A survey will be available on the Town’s website (www.tecumseh.ca) between September 24 and October 16 to gather public comments. Print copies will be available in person at Town Hall during the public drop in hours of 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The proposed 2021 Budget and Business Plan will be presented to Council on December 8 with deliberation to follow in January 2021. A revised 2021 Budget and Business Plan
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him bragging rights for another year. Many of the festival’s popular activities continued over the weekend, which included children’s attractions, such as a colouring contest. Prerecorded and live-streamed events also took place, which included music entertainment from the youth classic rock band, “Leave those Kids Alone,” artists Derrick Hearns, Candice Twees, and “Last Minute.” A virtual classic
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car show also took place, which brought viewers up close to the classic and custom cars onsite. In addition, cooking classes, and art and pie auctions were also offered. As part of this year’s virtual festival, a variety of pies from local bakeries will be available to purchase online. To learn more about the pies or baskets available for purchase, or to view some of the Festival’s live stream and pre-recorded
activities, log onto www. ruthvenapplefestival.com. DeSantis said this was the first year CLEC hosted the Ruthven Apple Festival virtually, but its Steering Committee wanted to ensure its supporters could still enjoy everything the local event offers every year. Karen Bolger, Executive Director of CLEC, said with the weather experienced over the weekend, it would have been wonderful to
have everyone gather at the Ruthven Apple Festival grounds this year, but noted, in the midst of a pandemic, it would have been impossible to keep everyone safe. She noted that though it was sad to cancel the live event, it was exciting to be able to offer the virtual substitute. She thanked all the supporters and sponsors for ensuring the event took place in its special form this year.
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Community Support Centre looking to raise funds through “I Ride So You Can Roll” - the fundraiser will help offset transportation costs for its dialysis transportation clients -
Photo submitted. Pictured is Tracey Bailey, CEO of the Community Support Centre of Essex County, with her bike as she participates in the “I Ride So You Can Roll” fundraiser, that will benefit the organization’s dialysis transportation clients.
by Sylene Argent For the past several weeks, the Community Support Centre of Essex County has hosted the “I Ride So You Can Roll” fundraiser for its staff members, with the goal of raising $5000 to help offset transportation costs for the local organization’s dialysis patients. Now, the fundraiser is being opened up to the community, and Tracey Bailey, CEO of the Community Support Centre of Essex County, is hoping to far exceed that initial fundraising goal. “I Ride So You Can Roll” will take place until October 13, to accommodate new participants. Bailey explained the Community Support Centre of Essex County provides the area with the most transportation to the hospital for dialysis clients, so these patients can receive this lifesustaining treatment, up
to three times per week. Before the Community Support Centre took over the transportation service for dialysis patients around ten-years ago, clients were paying up to $10,000 a year to get transported to the hospital for their treatments, in some cases, several times a week. When the local organization took over this service, Bailey said staff wanted to cut that cost in half for its clients, which has been done. Thanks to being able to work closely with the hospital staff, treatment times were arranged, based on clients’ geographic location. That critical scheduling allowed for the clients to share the costs of ride to the hospital. Bailey noted that for every $117 raised through the “I Ride so You Can Roll” initiative, it cuts a trip by fifty percent for a month for a client. Bailey has raised $1200 herself to date for the cause. Bailey gave credit to Jamie
Dow, Transportation Supervisor, for putting the fundraiser together, who is around half-way done completing her own kilometers for the fundraiser. Those who would like to donate or participate can log onto https://
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Madbin Jina: Caldwell First Nation and Parks Canada unveil a new sign that conveys the warmest of welcomes Symbolic re-naming of day-use area in Point Pelee National Park invites visitors to “sit a while” in Anishinaabemowin
Pictured above: The trilingual interpretation panel installed at the newly renamed Madbin Jina Day Use Area, Point Pelee National Park.
submitted to EFP Parks Canada collaborates with and are partners with Indigenous peoples across Canada, in conserving natural and cultural heritage and sharing stories of these treasured places. With that in mind, the Point Pelee National Park day-use area formerly known as “Pioneer” was renamed” Madbin Jina,” as members of Caldwell First Nation, Walpole Island First Nation, and Parks Canada staff gathered for a small ceremony to unveil the new road sign
and interpretive elements in the park, on Saturday, September 26, 2020. The new name; “Madbin Jina”, invites visitors to come ‘sit a while’ and invokes a traditional expression for welcoming guests in the Anishinaabe language, Anishinaabemowin. As spoken by Knowledge-Keeper, Janne I. Peters of Caldwell First Nation: “In the time of our Ancestors, if someone was new to the area, lost, cold, or hungry, the People would invite them into their lodges to ‘sit for a while.’ All who crossed their paths in peace were welcomed and cared for as they got their bearings, were fed, and rested, all for a while (ajina). In the Spirit of our Tradition, Point Pelee National Park continues welcoming visitors from everywhere. When you read “Madbin Jina” know that the Ancestors are welcoming you to come ‘sit a while’ in peace, and enjoy what Mother Earth has to offer here.” The “Madbin Jina” renaming signifies a shift and renewal in the approach to presenting the full scope of our shared history at Parks Canada’s administered places to incorporate more inclusive
and representative histories and cultures of Indigenous peoples. The idea of renaming this day-use area was brought forward by the park’s First Nations Advisory Circle, which is composed of members of Caldwell and Walpole Island First Nations. It is one of a number of collaborative initiatives that Point Pelee National Park is currently working on with both First Nations. This renaming is part of a variety of projects to advance reconciliation, and to rebuild and strengthen the connection to the traditional culture and history of the park. These projects will not only focus on the implementation of First Nation stories throughout Point Pelee, but will also include support for oral history gathering, historical and archaeological research, language revitalization initiatives, youth engagement, community training, and skills development. The collaborative projects will support Caldwell First Nation in crafting their own vision and telling their own stories to Canadians, enriching the experience of all visitors to Point Pelee National Park.
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Tecumseh meeting highlights from September 22... will be considered for adoption at the January 26, 2021 Council meeting. Summer Recreation Overview: Council received a report on the Summer Recreation Activities in light of the cancellations and closures ,due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Under the Canada Summer Job grant program, four (4) students worked with the Manager and Supervisor of Recreation Programs and Events for development and implementation of virtual recreation programming and enhancement of the Virtual Recreation Complex introduced in the spring. The students also assisted with preparing future modified recreation programming for the fall and winter. The activities developed were delivered through the Virtual Recreation Complex as well as through the Parks and Recreation Facebook and Twitter feeds. During the month of August, Facebook post engagement increased 332%; Facebook
video views increased 288%; Facebook followers were up 379%; and, Twitter impressions were up by 311%. The department also received many calls and emails from parents and participants expressing appreciation for the programs and events developed and delivered during the closures and cancellations this spring and summer. New Recreation Software: Council approved proceeding with spending approximately $15,500 from the Information and Communications Systems Lifecycle Reserve on an upgrade to the Recreation Software currently used by Recreation Staff for the public to register for programming and book space and ice time online. Annual operating fees for the payment processing system were also requested to be incorporated into the 2021 Budget. In June 2020, the Town received notice that the existing software would no longer be supported
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after October 2021. The new software allows for an integrated payment processing system, which will increase efficiencies and ensure payments are processed simultaneously during the registration and rental booking payment process. The software can also be integrated with the Town’s financial software system which will allow for seamless uploading of transaction data into the system directly. It is expected that the software will be live, beginning January 1, 2021. County Wide Active Transportation System (CWATS) 2021 Projects: Council approved the two proposed CWATS projects in Tecumseh for 2021 and authorized the spending of $7,675 from the Infrastructure Reserve for the Town’s portion of the costs. The projects include: - Study of a facility enhancement at Pike Creek and Tecumseh Road. The study will be cost shared with the Town of Lakeshore and the County of Essex and will recommend a plan that would connect the trail in Lakeshore with the trails in Tecumseh, ultimately leading to a connection with the Gnatchio Trail in Windsor. - The introduction of a Bike Valet and Bike Rodeo
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at the 2021 Tecumseh Corn Festival and a one week Children’s Bike Camp. The two projects will be cost shared with the County of Essex. The bike rodeo and one week camp will focus on bicycle safety and education for children. To date, Council has approved 10 CWATS projects with the majority of them aligned with County Road capacity improvements. CIP Grant 11865 Tecumseh Road: Council approved $3,000 in Community Improvement Plan (CIP) grant funds for the preparation of drawings
for building façade and parking lot improvements for 11865 Tecumseh Road which currently houses SkyVu Solutions and Magic Carpet Travel. The owner had originally applied for, and received, a CIP grant in January 2020 for this work, however, the owner decided to postpone the work as a result of negotiations with his tenants and the general economic uncertainty with the COVID-19 pandemic. On deciding to proceed, the owner had to reapply as the original grant approval had expired. The current grant application and proposed
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works are the same as what was provided in January 2020. The next Regular Meeting of Council is Tuesday, October 13, 2020. The meeting is scheduled to be held electronically. The live stream will be available on our website at www.tecumseh.ca. The agenda for the Regular Meeting of Council will be made available on Thursday, October 8, 2020. Information on this and all Town of Tecumseh news and events is available at www.tecumseh.ca.
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Signs your gutters are in need of repair Fall is a great time to tackle projects around the house. The weather each fall allows homeowners to make improvements to their homes’ exteriors without worrying about extreme heat or cold, while interior projects like painting are made easier because homeowners can open the windows to allow for proper ventilation. Fall also marks a great time to prepare for upcoming projects that can make winter work that much easier. For example, fall is a great time to take stock of your gutters, so you can address any issues before leaves begin to fall or the first snowstorm touches down. Compromised gutters can contribute to water issues in basements and adversely affect a home’s foundation if not addressed immediately, so it behooves homeowners to learn the signs that gutters are in need of repair or replacement.
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• Gutters hanging off the home: Gutters were once installed predominantly with spikes. However, many industry professionals now install gutters with hanger brackets. Why the change? Spikes loosen over time, leading to the gutters hanging off the home. That can contribute to serious issues if left untreated. Gutters hanging off the home need not necessarily be replaced, but rather secured to the home, ideally with hanger brackets instead of spikes. Brackets hook into the front of the gutter and are then screwed into the fascia of a home. A professional who specializes in gutter repair can perform this task relatively quickly, and it’s an inexpensive yet highly effective solution. • Gutter separation: Gutters that are no longer fastened together can leak and contribute to issues that affect the home’s foundation, siding and appearance. Clogs and the accumulation of debris can cause gutters to separate because they are not designed to hold too much weight. Replacement of separated gutters may or may not be necessary depending on how big the problem is and the condition of the existing gutters. If replacement is not necessary, separated gutters may be remedied by securing the joints, another relatively simple and inexpensive fix. • Peeling exterior paint: Paint that appears to be peeling off of your home may indicate that water is seeping over the edge of the gutter closest to your home. When that happens, water is coming down the side of the house, causing the paint to peel. In such instances, replacing the gutters is often necessary. • Basement flooding: Not all signs of deteriorating gutters are outside a home. Many a homeowner has been flummoxed by flooding in their basements, and such flooding can be caused by aging, ineffective
gutters. That’s because deteriorating gutters sometimes allow water to leak near the foundation of a home, contributing to basement flooding. Fall is an ideal time to inspect gutters and have any issues fixed before leaves begin to fall or harsh winter weather arrives.
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Safe and effective ways to clean up leaves Removing leaves from the yard is a task that homeowners must perform each fall. Thousands upon thousands of leaves can drop from a single tree. Multiply that by the number of trees on a property, and it’s no surprise the task of leaf cleanup can seem so daunting. Furthermore, not all leaves are shed at the same time, so several cleanup sessions may be necessary before the last leaf is banished from the yard. Just like removing snow, leaf cleanup can be a taxing job if done by hand. For people unaccustomed to exercise, cleaning up leaves can turn into quite a workout. According to the Discovery Health Calorie Counter, raking leaves for one hour can burn nearly 292 calories. Shoulders and arms will feel the burn. Raking leaves is
considered moderate physical activity, similar to brisk walking. Those who find themselves straining or out of breath should take a break, and these tips also make the job safer and easier. • Wear layers when cleaning up leaves. It may be cool at first, but it’s easy to work up a sweat after raking for awhile.
Layers can be peeled off so as not to get overheated or risk hypothermia from sweating in chilly temps. • Pay attention to your posture while raking. James Weinstein, chairman of the Department of Orthopedics at Dartmouth Medical School, recommends forming a
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Options abound when shopping for home siding Home improvement projects run the gamut from minor repairs to complete overhauls. Replacing exterior siding is one of the most significant home improvement projects homeowners can
undertake. Such a project can give homes a completely new look, which is why choice of siding is such an important decision. Homeowners have many siding options to choose from, and the
following guide can help them make the best choice for their homes. Vinyl siding Vinyl siding is easily maintained and among the more budget-friendly siding options. According to the home improvement
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wide base with the feet and holding the rake slightly toward the end of the handle with one hand three-quarters of the way down the handle from the other. Do not twist the spine; move your entire body. Avoid overuse of muscles on one side of the body by switching sides periodically.
• Do not try to rake or blow leaves on windy days. Wind will only make the task that much more difficult, which could lead to overworking oneself. • Avoid overfilling bags. For those who plan to mulch and bag leaves, remember that compressed leaves can get heavy pretty quickly. Do not overfill bags, as they can be hard to move or bring to a recycling center. Using a leaf blower to push leaves into piles will reduce the strenuousness of the task, but leaf blowers can be heavy and noisy and gas-powered blowers can produce a considerable amount of exhaust. Raking leaves can be quite a chore. It is important that homeowners take steps to prevent injury while cleaning up leaves in their yards.
siding of yesteryear. Fiber-cement siding The home improvement television network HGTV notes that fiber-cement siding has grown in popularity among homeowners in recent years. This material does not require much maintenance and it’s nonflammable and resistant to termites. HomeAdvisor notes that fiber-cement siding can create the look of wood, stucco or masonry, making it a
resource HomeAdvisor, vinyl siding is made from a PVC plastic that does not rot or flake. Siding professionals note that the technology used to create vinyl siding has changed considerably in recent years, making this option more diverse than traditional vinyl siding. So homeowners turned off by the potentially plastic look of vinyl siding might be surprised at how different modern vinyl siding looks compared to the vinyl
versatile option capable of creating various looks. In addition, fiber-cement siding is known for its durability, with some products coming with warranties lasting as long as 50 years. Wood siding Homeowners have many choices if they prefer wood siding on their homes. Cedar, cypress, fir, pine, and spruce are just a handful of the many
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Options abound when shopping for home siding... wood siding options homeowners can choose from. HomeAdvisor notes that cedar shingle siding offers a natural look that blends well in wooded and waterfront landscapes. Wood clapboard siding is another popular option, though it tends to require more maintenance than cedar shingle siding. Homeowners who want wood siding should discuss their options with
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an experienced siding professional, as many factors, including the choice of wood, must be considered before making a final decision. Stone and stone-veneer siding Many homeowners fall in love with the natural appeal of stone, but the price tag, which tends to be costly, may not be as awe-inspiring. HGTV notes that stone
can be difficult to add to an existing home, and doing so may drive the price up even further. Stone siding is durable, and there are many options, including solid stone and natural stone cladding, that make this an option capable of providing an array
of looks. Stone-veneer siding is less expensive than natural stone and also comes in an array of styles. As is the case with wood, stone siding options are so extensive that homeowners are urged to discuss each one with a siding professional
before making their decisions. These are just a handful of the many siding options homeowners can choose from. Siding can give homes a competely
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5 tips to prepare for window replacement
Winter is coming, and for millions of people who reside in areas of the country that see the mercury drop considerably between December and March, that means prioritizing staying warm. Inefficient or aging housing materials may compromise your ability to do just that. Drafts from doors, poorly protected attics and basements, and aging windows may force heating systems to work extra hard to maintain interior temperatures. Replacing old windows can make a home quieter by blocking out exterior noises. Consumer Reports also notes that new windows are often easier to clean and maintain than older varieties. Many homeowners are interested in replacing their windows, but may not know where to start. These guidelines can help the process along. 1. Get several estimates. Ask for recommendations from neighbours or other people in your area on which
decision that only has to be made once or twice for the life of the home. Invest in durable windows that will have staying power. Consumer Reports offers unbiased reviews on various window brands and can help homeowners make sound decisions.
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Concerns of bullying in parks attract councillor’s attention by Adam Gault Concerns from area parents have attracted the attention of Essex Councillor Sherry Bondy, after reports of potential bullying at a Harrow park have circulated. Several parents have raised concerns to the Councillor on social media, regarding groups of older children exhibiting disrespectful behaviour to them and their younger children when in attendance at the playground adjacent to the Harrow Skatepark. Parents have reported
the use of intimidating behaviour and foul language by the youths. The area park is now a place many do not believe is safe to bring their children for an afternoon of fun, and a place some are not comfortable walking through at night. “I think it’s reached the point where it can be solved here at the park. We have to engage the parents,” explained Bondy. “We have to say to the parents, ‘if your children are at the park, check on them. Ask them what’s going on, drive
down there.” Bondy added that an additional individual had come forward, saying they no longer attend the park as they are now afraid of having to walk home. “This is not the community we want for Harrow, so we have to get a handle on it sooner rather than later,” Bondy said. “Having all of our community aware that this is a community park, and it’s a public space that we all need to share.” In communications with town administration,
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it seems the municipality will consider implementing similar measures as those that were undertaken at Bridlewood Optimist Park in Essex Centre, when there were issues there in the past. These measures would include having arena staff conducting regular walk-throughs of the park area, an increased police presence, as well as additional posting of Essex’s “No Bullying” campaign signage.
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Essex MP says Speech from the Throne leaves Canadians behind by Adam Gault Canada’s Parliament officially resumed normal operations for the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, with the Governor General’s Speech from the Throne on Wednesday, September 23. While initially it seemed there may have been the chance of an election if Trudeau’s minority Liberal government failed to gain the support of the NDP, an agreement between the two parties regarding the expansion of the CERB to EI program, allowing for more leeway in those who can access the program, put the matter of a potential fall election to rest. The Speech from the Throne, however, didn’t garner support from the Conservatives, who made it clear following the speech they would not vote confidence in the Liberals. Essex MP Chris Lewis believed the Liberal government failed in the Speech from the Throne to put Canada on a real path forward through the pandemic and provide help to Canadians who desperately need it
at this time. “I hear across every corner of Essex, all the time, the amount of people who are falling through the cracks,” Lewis said. “These are small business owners that didn’t qualify for the wage subsidy program, that didn’t qualify for the $40,000 loan from the government. It really falls short on a whole bunch of fronts. It’s time to stop all the rhetoric and give true honest results for Canadians.” With the Speech from the Throne, it was also the ending of the prorogation of parliament from August 18, a time Lewis said that the government could have used to support Canadians in the ongoing economic recovery process. “That was six weeks that were lost, where our parties could have come together, whether it be in the House of Commons or virtually, to come up with solutions to better represent and help Canadians,” Lewis explained. “At the end of the day, we’ve literally lost a monthand-a-half, because the Prime Minister didn’t want
Essex Christian Reformed Church welcomes new pastor - Pastor Steve Vandyk is excited to lead the ministry by Sylene Argent Recently, parishioners at Essex Christian Reformed Church welcomed their new Pastor, Steve Vandyk, to the pulpit. Vandyk is originally from Alberta, and is a recent graduate of faithbased studies. Essex Christian Reformed Church will be his first official placement as a Pastor. “I just passed all my
exams. I will be officially ordained on October 4,” Vandyk said with enthusiasm. He said he got into contact with the local church back in June, just after moving back to Ontario. He, and his wife, Rosanne, were soon on their way to Essex, and have enjoyed meeting some of the church’s membership to date. “It’s great,” he said of his first impression
of Essex. “The church and folks are all very welcoming.” He added he is excited to help the members of the congregation move along in their walk of faith. Currently, he is still trying to get to know everyone a little bit, and noted contributing members of the church are valuable. Already, he has provided a couple church services, which can be viewed online. He was
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committees to be sitting, because, quite frankly, he was afraid of what’s going to be found through committee to further endorse his multitude of scandals.” Expected spending projections will see the federal deficit reach $343.2 billion this fiscal year, in a move that Lewis said will have many Canadians feeling the pinch during a time of continued uncertainty. “I will wait and see what the budget – hopefully in the fall – comes through with, and hopefully the right funding, and the right resources are put in the right locations,” Lewis said, acknowledging many Canadians will still need help in the months ahead. “But at the end of the day, no doubt, there’s a lot of folks that need a lot of help.” Concerns around the continued handling of the pandemic by the Liberal government was an additional concern, with Lewis citing a lack of accessible and fast COVID-19 testing options, as well as plans beyond major economic shutdown in the fight against the virus. “The economy cannot be shut down again,” Lewis said. “We shut this economy down again, storefronts will just double and triple in being closed up. The Speech from the Throne is a whole bag of promises with no deliverables, and until we see some deliverables, the Conservatives will not be supporting the speech.”
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This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme will be “Serve up Fire Safety in the Kitchen” - the informational campaign will take place virtually, between October 4 and 10 -
Pictured is Jason Pillon, Assistant Deputy Fire Chief – Prevention/Public Education, for Essex Fire & Rescue.
by Sylene Argent Typically, the local fire station is quite the gathering-point during its annual open house, which takes place in conjunction with Fire Prevention Week. Due to the Coronavirus,
however, Firefighters will host things a little differently this year, but are still looking forward to spreading important fire safety messaging out to the community in fun and engaging ways. This year’s Fire
Prevention Week will take place virtually, between October 4 to 10, and will offer the “Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen” theme. Residents will be able to enjoy learning from educational videos and participating in online activities at www.essex. ca/FirePreventionWeek. Fire safety tips will also be forwarded. In addition, residents will have a chance to win fire safety prize packs for participating in the online activities planned. “We would have loved to do the annual open house, but safety is more important,” Essex Fire Chief Rick Arnel explained, pointing out COVID-19 regulations. Kitchen fires, Jason Pillon, Assistant Deputy Fire Chief – Prevention/Public
Education for Essex Fire & Rescue, said are the number one leading cause of fire and firerelated injuries. This includes from unattended cooking, which is not recommended. Kitchen safety tips Pillon shared included always be alert and in the kitchen when cooking, and to keep the proper sized lid on hand, ready for use, if it is needed. He also suggested keeping a three-meter clearance zone from a cooking area, clear of things that could accidentally ignite. Fire Prevention Week takes place just before Thanksgiving weekend. This holiday
weekend, Pillon added, is the leading day for fires involving cooking equipment, so this year’s kitchen safety theme, and its related messaging, will come out at a great time. One of the perpetual messages firefighters send along annually, is to check and test the batteries in smoke alarms, which are required to be placed on every level and outside sleeping areas in a home, during the start of Daylight Saving Time,
and at the end, which will be November 1 this year. Pillon suggests also checking smoke alarm expiration dates at this time. Those who have fire or smoke alarm-related questions are welcome to call representatives of Essex Fire & Rescue during business hours at (519) 776-7132 to get advice.
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JOHNSON, Joan Georgina - With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Joan Johnson at 94 years of age. Reunited with her late husband, Thomas Johnson (2004). Daughter of the late George and Lillian Reeve. Predeceased by her siblings Bea, Ken and Sheila. Loving Mother of Tracey Walstedt and husband Randy, Lee McGrath, Scott Johnson and wife Masayo, and Janice Hearn and husband Steve (deceased 2013). Loving and devoted Nana to Jonathan (Melissa), Angela (Geoff ), Jason (Ashley), Adam (Sherrilyn), Alexandra (Jarrod), Jill, Sam, Maya and Mika. Cherished Great-Nana to Madelyn, Thomas, Wyatt and Max. She will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, and so many in the community. Joan was an amazing, brave, and resilient woman, with an immense love for life. She was a talented quilter, and an avid reader who loved to travel. Pictured here at twenty on the day she left London, England to immigrate to Canada, just after WWII. Joan loved Canada and was so proud to make Windsor her home. A special thank you to the staff at La Chaumiere retirement home for the care and love she received in the past three years, and to Sun Parlour Long Term Care Home for the compassionate care and kindness shown to her in her final days. Cremation has taken place per Joan’s wishes. In kindness and remembrance we ask that you honour Joan by showing gratitude to a frontline worker in your life, gifting a meal, some flowers, or perhaps Joan’s favourite a bottle of wine. Arrangements entrusted to SIMPLE CHOICE (Dougall) 519-254-2585. Online condolences and cherished memories are encouraged to be shared with the family at www. simplechoicecremation.ca.
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WOOD, Frances Pearl (nee Oshanek) Passed away suddenly at the Erie Shores Health Care on September 27, 2020 at 86 years of age. Daughter of the late George and Annie Oshanek. Loving wife of the late Elvin Wood (2019). Dear mother of Jim Wood (Christine), Doug Wood (Claudette), and Marilee Quinlan (Terry). Treasured grandma of Lauren Wood (Louis), Trevor Wood, Scott Wood (Genie Lou), Marisa Dawson (Calvin), Jeffrey Quinlan, Bradley Quinlan, and Jillian Quinlan. Greatgrandma of Sylvie Dawson. Sister of Doris Standing (late Jim), Esther Ford (late Bill), Violet Woloschuk (Dan); late Eunice Paley (late Bill), late Walter Oshanek (Sophie), late Bill Oshanek (late Mary) and late Margaret Altwasser (late Vern). Sister-in-law of Roy Wood (Mabel), Jean McCullough (late Garth), Phyllis Park (Terry), Margaret Hazelton (Gerald), Harvey Wood (Carol) and the late Charles Wood. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Frances will be remembered as having a good sense of humour and she was very quick witted. Frances lived in Leamington from 1997 to 2017, where she enjoyed socializing with all her neighbours and friends. Special thanks to the entire staff at the Country Village Health Care Centre for their exceptional care of our mother. Frances is resting at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. North in Essex on Thursday, October 1, 2020 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A life celebration service will take place from the funeral home on Thursday at 8 p.m. MASKS ARE REQUIRED. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE SERVICE ONLY by calling 519776-7378, between the hours of 9-4 p.m. Cremation to follow. Donations may be made to the Essex Area Foodbank or to the foodbank of your choice. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com
BROWN, Garth - passed away peacefully on Friday, September 18, 2020 at Country Village Long Term Care Centre. Beloved husband of Beverley for 56 years. Loving Dad of Shelley Smith and husband, Kevin, and Susan Brown. Proud Grandpa of Brad (Meagan) and Scott Smith. Dearest brother of Craig (late Cath), Raymond (Linda,) and predeceased by Alan and Keith. Dear brother-in-law of Linda QueenCannon (late Jim), Paulette Taylor. He will also be remembered and missed by his many nieces and nephews. Garth retired with more than 32 years of service with Ford Motor Co, but his true passion was farming. He loved any time spent outdoors, including fishing, hunting, and walking through his bush. He had many fond memories of growing up in his small town of Ruscom and his treasured lifelong relationships built there. He will be forever loved and missed. The family would like to thank the caring staff of Country Village Nursing Home, all of the doctors and nurses at Jeanne Mance Dialysis Unit and Crown Transportation for all of their care and support shown to Garth. In following Garth’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private family service has taken place at the Reid Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233). If desired, memorial donations made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation or Operation Smile Canada would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their memories or make a donation online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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HOLLINWORTH, Fred - 1927-2020 - Passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at the age of 93. Loving husband of the late Mary Hollinworth (Laframboise) (May 13, 2016). Predeceased by his daughter Cathy (January 28, 2013), and son, Paul (July 6, 2016). Predeceased by his brother Orville and sisters Sadie and Marjorie. Loving father to Fred Jr., Cecile (Douglas), Michael, Betty Jane (Novelletto) and Shirley (O’Neil). Proud grandfather to many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Fred retired from Chrysler in 1989. He was an avid hunter in his early years and enjoyed fishing and car rides in his latter years with his son, Michael. He always started his day with his scratch tickets right after breakfast. The family would like to give special thanks to both Anne Fitzpatrick and Roseann Warner, who provided exceptional care to Dad each day. Family and friends were received at the Reid Funeral Home, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233) on Saturday, September 26, 2020 until the Funeral Service to celebrate Fred’s life. Interment followed at Victoria Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations to the Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family. Friends may send condolences or make a memorial donation at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
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LUCIER, Andrew - passed away peacefully March 3, 2020 at the age of 102. He was a loving, caring husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle.Survived by daughter, Mary, and son Clyde (wife Jessica); great-grandchildren Mathew, Liam, and Logan; Mary’s son Chris, great-grandchildren Andrew, Elizabeth; daughter Carol-Ann, (husband Michael); grandson Ian (wife Angela), and great-grandchildren Connor and Kyle. He will be deeply missed by all. A religious man, who enjoyed a full life with loving family and great friends. He traveled, loved to create, and collect. Andrew always hummed, especially when he was purchasing new treasures, and whenever he was happy. Andrew loved to sing and was still singing at 102. A special thanks to Rita and Patricia, and the staff at the Bella nursing Home in Niagara Falls. He is missed.
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Cadets, Youth programs and Monthly Movie Night are still postponed. Visit Essex CRC online to listen to a past sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca. sponsorship by:
St. Stephen’s - Church of the Redemer submitted by Reverend Kimberly Myer
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519-776-4255 Salvation Army Essex Church submitted by Carolyn Barnett
The Salvation Army Food Bank is operated by appointment only. Please call Vicki at 519-776-4628 to make arrangements. All other programs and Sunday services are still on hold due to the pandemic. Please continue to pray for all those affected by COVID-19.
Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen
The Council of the Essex Christian Reformed Church, with joy and gratitude to the Lord, announces that Steve Vandyk has accepted our call to be our new pastor. Pastor Steve’s ordination service is on Sunday, October 4, with his father ,Pastor Mike Vandyk, leading the service. During this time, we need to make changes to our services and ask everyone who would like to attend, call the church office to reserve a spot. Unfortunately, we cannot offer nursery supervision or Sunday school. Our GEMS &
Voice Of Inspiration “The world as we have created it is a process of our thinking. It cannot be changed without changing our thinking.” ~ Albert Einstein
Both St. Stephen’s and Church of the Redeemer have returned to Sunday morning services. Church of the Redeemer 9am and St. Stephen’s 10:30am. Please wear a mask. Health Unit precautions have been put in place to keep everyone as safe as humanly possible. All are welcome to worship our Lord and Saviour with us.
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Harrow United Church submitted by Larry Anderson
We warmly welcome you to Harrow United Church and invite you to join us for worship in our sanctuary this Sunday at 10:30am. We will observe social distancing protocols and ask everyone to wear a face-mask. We truly appreciate the patience and understanding of everyone as we adapt our ways to ensure the health and safety of all.
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Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman
Good news! Regular Church Service is planned to open on October 18. Plans are in place for a safe return. If you plan to return, you will have to wear your mask. Rev. Carl will still be doing his video message on the our website at: woodsleepastoralcharge.ca. More information will follow. Sunday School will not be held at this time and hall rentals and special events are still cancelled until further notice. Brooker News submitted by Ruth Newman
Weather permitting, we will gather at the home of Ruth Newman, this Sunday, at 10am for worship. Safe Communion will be observed. Please bring a lawn chair and respect social distancing. Linda Hollingsworth will bring the message. In case of stormy weather, please gather at the church. Social distancing and a mask are both required. Please pray for our country, the many who are ill, and those in nursing homes.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church So glad to be back in our building and offering Sunday worship! Please join us for 11am service, this Sunday! There are safety protocols in place. Please bring your own mask. Things will look a little different from what they did when we last worshipped together, so please be patient as we adapt to our new situation. On October 2nd we will host a takeout only pasta dinner from 5-6:30pm at the church. Please bring your own containers, if possible and wear a mask. As we continue to navigate through this difficult time, know that we are still hard at work to provide you with the spiritual resources that you need. Visit our website (www. stpaulstrinity.org), social media, or contact us by phone at: 519-776-7711. Messages are
What’s Going On... OCT. 2 PASTA DINNER TAKEOUT ONLY: at St Paul’s Anglican Church - 92 St Paul Street, Essex. Bring your own containers if possible & wear a mask. 519-776-7711. OCT. 2 K OF C DRIVETHRU FISH FRY at Masonic Hall, 30 Laird Ave, Essex from 4:30 - 7pm. Cash & Debit only. OCT. 13 ESSEX BLOOD DONOR CLINIC - Essex Centre Sports Complex, 60 Fairview Ave W. From 1-7pm. For all info, visit: www.blood.ca 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. SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP offers monthly support for Lyme disease patients, family, & friends. Look us up on Facebook for updates.
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Continued from Page 19 If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our Minister, Rev. Darrow Woods who would be pleased to speak with you: 519-738-4223. Please find information about Harrow United Church on our website at www.harrowunited.org.
Bethel-Maidstone United We’re looking forward to gathering in the sanctuary to worship God this Sunday! We are following protocols to keep everyone safe. Screening questions will be posted - we ask that you consider them carefully. Mask, sanitation methods, and govenment guidelines will be put in place. See us for info. Congregating inside the church will be discouraged. We appreciate your patience and kindness as we adapt to ensure everyone’s safety! The secretary can be reached in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9am - 1pm. Our contact info is: bmuc@xplornet. ca or (519) 723-2284. We are located at 933 Talbot Road, Maidstone, near the corner of Manning Road and Talbot. You can find us on the web at www.bethelmaidstone.com.
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Join us for worship on Sunday, October 4th at 10:30am. We look forward to seeing you. Rev. Lexie Chamberlain, will lead our worship. The Essex Area Food Bank is available to anyone who needs assistance at this time in the gym, on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Hours open are: 8:30 - 11:45am.
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Our family of parishes, Central Essex County Catholic Family of Parishes, is up and running. Daily Mass is on Thursdays at 8:30 a.m. and weekend Mass is on Sundays at 8:30 a.m. You need reservations for weekend Mass, by contacting the parish office at: 519-776-8483. Thank you to all the wonderful volunteers for helping to welcome back our parishioners to church. Please keep in your prayers and all the people who are sick, shut-in, and in Hospice. Please stay healthy and safe!
The K of C is having a Drive Thru Fish Fry on Friday, October 2nd, from 4:30 – 7:00p.m. at the Masonic Hall. Cash or debit. Our family of parishes, Central Essex County Catholic Family of Parishes, is up and running. For more information and for bulletins, please visit the new website at centralessexcatholic. dol.ca New weekend Mass times are Saturday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 11 a.m. on a first-come-first-serve basis. Weekday Mass times are Friday and Saturday at 8:30 a.m. Life Chain takes place on Sunday, October 4th at 2:30 p.m. at the corner of Talbot and Arthur. One hour of a silent vigil. If you have moved, gotten rid of your landline, or if you have an e-mail address, please let the parish office know in order to keep an up to date parishioner list. Please stay healthy and stay safe!
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Kinger’s Krazy Golf sells out to wrap up Legion Week - the event offered a chance to have some fun under the sun, while following COVID rules 1950 Studebaker driving lesson
1950 Studebaker at Canadian Transportation Museum, Kingsville, Ontario.
Gerald Scratch was the Studebaker dealer in Leamington in the early 1950s. If he was still alive, he would love this story from William McClelland: “I grew up in the village of Osgoode, an hour south of Ottawa. When I was 13, my job was to cut the grass at home with a push mower every Saturday for which I earned 50 cents. “One morning, my father came out with a piece of cardboard with an ‘H’ drawn on it and asked if I knew what it was. This was the shift pattern for our 1950 Studebaker. He told me to practise the shift pattern by moving my hand back and forth on the H. “Next Saturday, he said we’ll now try it with the motor running. Our Studebaker had the starter button on the floor, under the clutch pedal. I couldn’t push the pedal far enough down to engage the starter, so he told me to go into the house and get the cushion from the chair in the living room. ‘And don’t let your mother see you.’ “I got the car started and we headed out on the sandy trail near our house and I finally got it into second gear. The trail ended at Mrs. Green’s house and Dad said to back into her driveway and we’ll go home. “This was a downhill driveway and I had never backed up before so I backed into Mrs. Green’s garbage cans and knocked them over. I know Studebaker had a hill-holding device, but didn’t know if our car had it. “Dad said to get out of there, so I put the gas to the floor and let the clutch out fast, putting ruts in Mrs. Green’s driveway. “When we got home, my mother wanted her cushion back and told me to ride my bike to Mrs. Green’s house and fix the ruts in her driveway. “Every Saturday after that, I went out with my father for driving lessons on back roads. When I turned 16, I passed my driving test in a new for us 1955 Dodge with plastic seat covers.” I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca.
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Pictured is just one of the 12 teams that participated in Kinger’s Krazy Golf tournament on Sunday, which was held at Royal 47 Golf Club. At the first tee, participants had to teeoff with a disposable patch over one eye.
by Sylene Argent Legion Week in Essex wrapped up with the annual, and much-anticipated, Kinger’s Krazy Golf Tournament, which took place on Sunday afternoon at Royal 47 Golf Club. Marc “Kinger” Adams, an employee of the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201), arranges
the event every year as a way to wrap up Legion Week in a fun and exciting way. The annual tournament typically always attracts a sold-out crowd, and offers a variety of challenges throughout the 18-holes of golf offered, to make the participants laugh while trying to complete each unique task.
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Along the course, participants were asked to tee-off wearing an eye patch, putt using a paddle with the impression of a pretend shark bite taken out of it, putt with a sledgehammer, and tee-off with a tennis racquet. “It was good,” Adams said of the event, noting
everyone who was lucky enough to participate had a lot of fun. Though the annual spectacle usually attracts around 100 golfers, due to COVID-19 this year, only 48 individuals were able to participate. In addition to reducing the number of golfers to comply with
COVID regulations, the event was also moved to take place on the Sunday of Legion Week this year as the Essex Legion hosted its annual Big Daddy Meat Draw on the Saturday at the hall, which garnered a lot of community support. Legion Week kick-off the Sunday prior to the
Essex Legion to host Remembrance Day vigil The Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) will host a silent vigil out at the Essex Cenotaph, leading up to Remembrance Day. A similar event was held in 2018, in recognition of Remembrance Day and the centennial anniversary of WWI’s armistice. Around 40 individuals volunteered to take on a shift to stand in silence at the Essex Centre cenotaph. The vigil began around 48-hours before the 11th hour on November 11. This year’s vigil will pay tribute to veterans and fallen soldiers for their sacrifices for Canadian freedom. The Essex Legion is looking for volunteers to take on a shift to stand in silence for the vigil. The duration of the event will depend on how many volunteers are garnered. It is hoped the event will take place over a 24-hour period, but could take place over 48 or 72-hours, or more. So far, the Essex Legion has solicited support from the OPP and possibly other organizations as well. Those who would like to volunteer for a one-hour shift, or would like to learn more, can contact Essex Legion President, Erroll Caza, at 519-324-7438 or by email at elcaza51@gmail.com. Hours will be appointed on a first come, first serve basis.
annual golf tournament with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Essex Centre Cenotaph, and continued on throughout the week with a trivia night, that offered an evening of pondering for twelve teams of four, and a perch fish fry that sold a couple hundred dinners. Typically, Legion Week also offers a card night and dart tourney, but both these events did not take place, due to COVID-19. Every year, the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) joins branches from across the nation to celebrate Legion Week, which is designed as a multiple-day awareness campaign to demonstrate all the local organization does to not only support the community, but veterans’ needs as well. In addition to engaging the community, it is hoped, through Legion Week, the local branch could attract a few new members.
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Pictured is Steve Vandyk, the new pastor at Essex Christian Reformed Church.
services. Vandyk’s dad and grandfather with both Pastors, and this is where he believes he was inspired to follow the call. He always had an interest in becoming a Pastor himself, but knows this career path comes with a lot of responsibility. Moving ahead, Vandyk wants to get out in the community and ensure the church is inclusive for all, even for those not associated with the church, to help with various needs that arise. “We want to be a positive light in the community. We want to be a place people can come to for help,” Vandyk said of himself and his wife.
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Catholic Family of Parishes welcomes new pastor by Adam Gault The newly instituted Central Essex County Catholic Family of Parishes welcomed a new associate pastor this month, as Father Paul Kim joined the recently confederated Essex County Catholic churches. Now in his third year of priesthood, the London born and raised Father Kim is excited to settle into his new role as Associate Pastor at the new family of parishes, which include Holy Name of Jesus Church in Essex Centre, St. Mary’s Church in Maidstone, St. Clement Parish in McGregor, and St. John the Evangelist in Woodslee. Pictured is the new Associate Pastor, Father Paul Kim, of the Central Essex County Educated and ordained in his Catholic Family of Parishes. hometown, Kim previously served as an associate pastor at St. Anne’s in Tecumseh and Good Shepherd Parish in Lakeshore before joining Central Essex County. “I love Essex County, I lived in Tecumseh for two-years,” Father Kim explained. “The people here at all four of our parishes have been very welcoming to me. I’m getting used to the county roads now, and I know how to get to each parish without my Google Maps app now, so that’s a good start.” In addition to this year’s move, providing services that are typically face-to-face encounters has proven to be an exceptionally challenging endeavour over the course of 2020, with churches especially having to find new ways of sharing their message along with new modifications as in person worship as resumed. “As a new priest, I never would have imagined that we’d have to limit people coming, tape our pews, and keep all this distance. It has been challenging, especially coming into a new parish,” Kim said. “You really want to get to know your people, but a large majority of them are still not coming, which is totally understandable.” As fall approaches with gathering restrictions still in place, Kim notes that the season will be a challenging
time for the church, especially with holidays on the horizon. With this in mind, the Central Essex County Catholic Family of Parishes is planning on having additional virtual ministry as the season progresses, and will continue to explore new ways in sharing their message. Although Father Kim has yet to meet everyone in the parish family, he hopes the faith of the community would remain strong and allow them to come together in person before too long. “God willing, we’ll be able to meet in person sooner than later,” Kim said. “Just know that I’m keeping all of you in my prayers. I ask you to pray for our entire team as we make this transition and as we get through this pandemic.”