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by Jeff Green efore members of Frontenac County Council see a complete budget document, they are meeting this week to consider requests for new spending. Some of these requests are coming from internal sources, such as the county run Fairmount Home, Frontenac Paramedic Services, and the Human Resources and Economic Development departments. Among the list of requests is a new 7 day a week overnight Personal Support Worker (PSW) shift at Fairmount Home, and a new Human Resources position. The salaries for these jobs would be funded mostly by the City of Kingston, but county ratepayers would be on tap for $29,167 for the PSW shift, and $27,339 for the Human Resources position. Among the other project proposals that would impact taxation is $14,400 for the county share of the costs

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by Craig Bakay o septic re-inspection program for Central Frontenac,” was Mayor Frances Smith’s comment following the vote at Tuesday’s regular meeting in which a proposal to accept the septic re-inspection committee’s report and direct staff to begin work on a draft bylaw to begin mandatory inspections was defeated 5-3. The Mayor, Councillor Bill MacDonald and committee chair Councillor Victor Heese voted in favour of the proposal. Deputy Mayor Brent Cameron, Councillors Phillip Smith, Jamie Riddell, Sherry Whan and Tom Dewey voted against. Cindy Kelsey was absent from the meeting. Cameron, Riddell, Whan and Phillip Smith voted for an earlier proposal that would have resulted in a phased-in approach, whereby lakefront properties would have been subject to mandatory inspection with other properties being phased in after five years, but that amendment was defeated in a 4-4 vote (ties result in a defeated motion in municipal council meetings). In fact, all members of Council expressed support for some measure of septic system attention but the devil being in the details, the committee’s report involved several deal breakers. Cameron, arguably the most outspoken opponent to the proposal, reiterated his concerns that the plan was likely to create financial hardships for those least capable of dealing with them, and would likely leave the township holding the bag for costs in the end. “My concern is financial,” Cameron said. “Look at the number of people who use the Food Bank and government assistance programs for things like Hydro. “There are a lot of people for whom this would be an onerous burden and if they can’t fix it, the Township will step in and fix it for them. “And the people doing the work won’t do it for free and then we’ll have to chase the money.” “My concern is people walking away from their homes,” said Phillip Smith. “I also have concerns with numbers.” “South Frontenac had information that this would take a full-time person to administer.” Riddell was also concerned with administration wanting to see conservation authorities and/or the health unit involved to a much greater extent. Dewey said “I think a lot of tweaking needs to happen to this (potential) bylaw.” MacDonald though was fine with proposal. “We’ve chewed on this rag a long time,” he said. “It’s time to act. “I look at my septic system the same way I look at my furnace or my roof. “It’s my responsibility to make sure it’s in good working order.” Before the discussion, Sharbot Lake Property Owners Association webmaster Bill Wilson presented a petition to Council with 353 names in favour of the proposal. He said of that number, 274 can vote in Central Frontenac elections and “the vast number are lakefront owners.”

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NAEC Adds Denbigh to Trick or Eat!

he students of North Addington Education Centre will be suiting up in their Campbell’s Soup costumes on October 31st and knocking on your door! They will be asking for non-perishable food items which will be donated to the local food bank, which is experiencing a shortage of food. About ten secondary students will be spreading out between Flinton, Northbrook, Cloyne, and Denbigh to collect non-perishable food items, instead of tricking or treating for candy. This is the second year that Denbigh will be participating, and all items from Denbigh will be donated to the Denbigh Food Bank. This is the seventh year for the very successful event. We’re asking community members to contribute what they can. We will have three to four students canvassing each community between approximately

4:30 and 8:00pm. They will be wearing soup costumes and a very large smile. We are going to visit as many households as possible, but if you have contributions and the food is not picked up, please call Candice Bovard throughout the week at 613-336-8991 and we will pick it up, or items can be dropped off at the school. On behalf of students and staff, the principal, Angela Salmond, would like to thank the community for their contributions to our food drive efforts over the years: “This event has become a staple in our school- students are quick to offer their help. We couldn’t do this without the parents who drive around and assist”. If you see students in the community and they are ‘trick or eating’, feel free to ask them to sing or dance for your donation; they are prepared to work for your generosity!

Frontenac Farmers Market winds down for 2017 season by Craig Bakay

Debbie Harris (l) the Frontenac Farmers Market manager, will be handing the reins to Laura Simmons for the 2018 season.

his weekend (Oct. 28) will be the final Saturday outdoor venue of 2017 for the Frontenac Farmers Market in Verona. (They do plan a Christmas market in December indoors at Prince Charles Public School.) Self-described market manager/gofer/treasurer/visionary Debbie Harris said they are “planning a couple of special things” for the final market while pointing out that at this time of the year root vegetables and a great variety of apples are at their best. As well fresh baking and mushrooms will also be available. “We still have garlic and grass-fed beef too,” she said. This will be Harris’s final market in the head honcho spot, as Laura Simmons will be sworn in as “August personage and supreme commander” for 2018. “It’s actually taking four people to replace me,” Harris joked. “It’s been interesting but we need new blood.” “Debbie’s going to be a hard act to follow,” said Simmons. Both the incoming and outgoing managers agreed that they’d like to see the market expand. “We’re always looking for new farmers,” Simmons said, adding that in order to add more craftspeople, they

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ost readers of this paper received MP Scott Reid’s Constituency Referendum in the mail last week.* Mr. Reid, long an advocate for legalising cannabis, is placing his vote on Bill-C45 - the Cannabis Act, in the hands of the registered voters living in the riding of Lanark – Frontenac – Kingston. This marks Reid’s 9th such exercise in the almost 18 years that he has been an MP, and he has voted according to the dictates of the majority of the responses each time. A cynical view of these referenda is to see them as political cover. Rather than voting on a divisive issue on which he would alienate potential voters on each side of a particular debate, Reid gets political cover by following the will of the majority of those who respond to his mail-out. But I think the record does not support that view. Of the 9 so-called constituency referenda (I would call them surveys) only three have concerned the kind of emotional, divisive, ideological issue that could sway votes all on their own during an election (the Civil Marriages Act, a motion to re-open the abortion debate, and the Medical Assistance in Dying Act). I take MP Reid at his word when he says there are certain issues where he does not feel a party or an MP are any better at deciding than the Canadian public is. Reid has never attained the necessary power or influence to work towards instituting direct democracy votes on a national basis, but he is able to poll his constituents to determine his own vote. Over the years he has demonstrated that it can be done and it does not result in chaos if it used sparingly and for specific kinds of votes. In what is unquestionably the best line in the prefacing letter on page one of the recent mail-out on the Cannabis Act, he says “After nearly two decades as an MP, I still don’t see any evidence that Canada’s elected representatives are wiser than its citizens,” and who could argue with that position.

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The Cannabis Act is a curious candidate for one of these referenda for a couple of reasons. For one thing Scott Reid has been clear in his view that he sees no justification for marijuana being illegal in the first place. His constituents, even those who oppose legalisation, could not be surprised if he voted with the government on Bill C-45. On the other hand, Reid is not alone in opposing some of the detail in the bill, as do many proponents as well as opponents of legal cannabis. The Liberal Government had every reason to move quickly to make cannabis legal. It was a commitment they made during and after they were elected, and once you announce that something will be legal, how can you really enforce soon to be repealed laws against it. And cannabis is a substance that is widely popular and illegal at the same time. It cannot remain illegal forever. 20% of the population of Canada say they have smoked pot in the last year. Do we need that many criminals, particularly when the vast majority of cannabis fans cause no harm to anyone. The vote on C-45 will pass as it is a priority legislation for the majority Liberal government. There will be no consequences to Scott Reid’s vote, not even within his own party. But it will be interesting to see how the residents of this large, conservative rural riding vote on legalising cannabis. Do people in Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston see marijuana as a social menace? A gateway drug? Or do people think that the government should have less control over private lives? Will we say back-off government, get out of my garden and leave my stash alone? When the votes are counted, we will have an answer to that question. There is one thing that is unclear about the 8 previous Reid referenda. How many people submitted the forms? Pollsters can project majority opinions with a small sample, but if these

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constituency votes are to be taken seriously, there should be a substantial number of voters, something like 10% of the electorate or more. I have just today (Tuesday, October 24) put in a call to Scott Reid’s office to find out if the number of voters in the 8 referenda is available, and I will report back when I hear. In the meantime, happy voting. Voting is open until the bill goes to final reading. *Readers living in Addington Highlands, who are now in a riding represented by Liberal MP Mike Bossio are the exception.

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nother mailing from MP Scott Reid reveals that he lives in passive abstraction. In September he wrote about electoral reform, a theme he has maintained since his university days. In October, he reports on his constituency referenda – base solely on who responds to him. Great at asking interesting questions, but what does Scott Reid actually do? The really big question of leadership in Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston should address our social and economic future. Many of our municipalities experience a loss of population. A few are wildly expanding. Via Rail has announced the construction of a high-speed rail corridor with stations in Sharbot Lake and Smith Falls. This will happen. When will our riding elect practical leadership that will bring our voices to the decision-making table in Ottawa? Perhaps after winning six elections, Scott Reid might consider retirement and join his family’s business, Giant Tiger. Ken Fisher

Frontenac County budget proposals, continued from page 1 other large ticket item is a basket of requests from Frontenac Transportation Services for a total increase of $44,000 to their annual grant of $96,000. All told the external requests come to over $205,000 and if granted would increase taxation by a further 2.2%. Once the project proposals are dealt with, Council will consider the budget as a whole. Based on a motion passed in September, that budget will include an increase of 1.5% for inflation, based on the Stats Canada Consumer Price Index for the year ending August 31st. Council has also agreed to 0.65% increase each year to go towards long term infrastructure replacement costs. In 2017, another 1% spending increase was covered by an increase in property assessment from new construction, and although the property assessment data is not in yet, a similar increase will be in front of Council next month. Essentially Council is looking at 3% increase before looking at any new projects, and about a 6.4% increase if they decide to say yes to all of the proposals that will be before them this week. The likelihood is that at least some of the requests will be pegged back or eliminated, as Council struggles SALES REPRESENTATIVE to bring in their final budget before municipal elections (613) in the fall of 2018. dnnlarocque@gmail.com Council meets this week to debate the project proposals, on the expectation that they will consider the budget as a whole on November 15 with a view towards adoptSETTLEMENT REALTY BROKERAGE ing it in December. coldwellbankerperth.com

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felt a need to respond and share information surrounding the issue of septic system failure and the treatment of our water, or, as I prefer to refer to it as, liquid gold. Droughts that we have been experiencing of late (climate wierding generally) and the near-global trend of having to drill deeper and deeper for water gives reason to initiate different perspectives and strategies for opting out of water-based sanitation systems. Why? The technology pollutes—even from the outset, in newly installed systems. Why are we wasting and abusing our potable, sweet, drinking, water to flush our 'wastes' away? Tell me where this magical place "away" is anyways. Dilution--which is what is occuring with toilets, septic systems and centralised sewage/drinking water systems—is not the solution. In cities, municipalities or other centralized water delivery

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Saturday Night (October 28), with an 1867 theme and one of the participants dressed up as Sir John A. Macdonald, has been cancelled. Marcel Giroux, lead organiser of the event, said that after a meeting on Tuesday of last week (October 17) the decision was taken to pull the plug on the event. “The ticket sales were not there,” said Giroux, when interviewed after informing the News about the cancellation. He said that, while all the promotional efforts for the soiree emphasized that coming in 1867 fancy dress was optional, “a lot of people seemed to think they had to rent or purchase a costume, and that, added to the $30 per person cost for the event may have been an impediment for some.” Giroux also pointed out that “Canada 150 fatigue” may have been a factor as well. The Central Frontenac Canada 150 committee has organised or collaborated on dozens of events over the year. Anyone who purchased tickets to the “Soiree with Sir John A” is encouraged to contact Marcel Giroux directly. His phone number is 613-279-2961.

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considered crazy. If I invented an expensive technology to put my urine and feces into my drinking water, and then invented another expensive (and undependable) technology to make the same water fit to drink, I might be thought even crazier. It is not inconceivable that some psychiatrist would ask me knowingly why I wanted to mess up my drinking water in the first place.” - Wendell Berry To be truly ecological and realise our embededness in, and dependence on, nature, one need not use the precious gift of water (liquid gold) for flushing humanure and other so-called wastes away. One reason why we should be moving away from water as transporter in our sanitation systems is that water is the central culprit in the spreading of "water-borne diseases"*, toxins, pollutants. Instead of a septic system, consider using a compo(o)st(ing) toilet, dry toilet or soil toilet. There are numerous additional ways

of regeneratively dealing with our 'waste' streams. If you are still convinced of the necessity of a water-based conveyance system, there are many bioremediation systems which can purify this, including ones based on the synergy between plants, microorganisms, fish perhaps, and other elements of a passive solar design. As a stepping stone to that brighter, cleaner future, you can periodically add a small amount of biochar to your septic tank via your toilet. The extremely high surface area of biochar and its fractal nature helps to adsorb, absorb, neutralise, chelate or sequester all manner of toxins, pathogens, nutirents, pollutants, odors,... originating from the water-delivery system. Louis G. Laframboise

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• A great time was had by all who attended the first Lions Karaoke Pub! The next one is coming on November 10th. • The Free Clothes Given Away is almost here; Friday, October 27th from 9am to 5pm and Saturday, October 28th from 9am to 2pm. Donations of clean clothing, coats, footware, clothing accessories and linens will be graciously accepted on Thursday, October 26th and again on Friday, October 27th. • Do not forget to bring your young trick-or-treaters to Pine Meadow this Halloween Tuesday! • The Land O’Lakes Lions are having their Hunter’s Toll Road from November 2nd to November 4th. They will be thanking the community for their support by handing our (donated) candy and (donated) dog biscuits. There will be a limited number of Toll Road books available for those who do not already have one. • All are encouraged to participate in an evening of "blue sky thinking" at the Friends of Bon Echo Park's strategic planning meeting, to be held at 6:30pm on Thursday, November 2nd, 2017 at Emmanuel United Church in Northbrook. Now heading into their 30th anniversary year, the Friends of Bon Echo Park is a volunteer-driven, not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving the natural and cultural heritage of Bon Echo Provincial Park. While attendance at Bon Echo Park is increasing year over year, the Friends organization is facing a dwindling membership and volunteer shortages. What can be done differently to better engage the local community? What sorts of events and programs should the Friends consider in our 30th year and into the future? Come out and make your opinion count at this facilitated brainstorming session! • The Bon Echo Rocks Chorus along with special guests are inviting everyone to their benefit concert on November 3, 2017 beginning at 7:00 p.m. Come out and be a partner in ending global hunger with your free will offering. All proceeds go to the Canadian Foodgrains Bank a partnership of 15 Canadian churches who last year provided over $43 Million of assistance in response to hunger emergencies in over 40 countries in the world. • Hope to see everyone at Land O’Lakes Emmanuel United Church, 108 Addington Rd. #2, Northbrook ON K0H 2G0. After the concert, stay for refreshments and to meet the performers. It’s going to be great! • The second annual Social Paint Night hosted by the Lions Club with artist Debbie Reeve is coming to you on November 4th at the Lions Hall. For a peak at what you will be painting, check out the Lions FB page! More information to come as we get closer to the date. If you can’t wait or you want to reserve your spot now, please contact Debbie at 613-3368502. • Mark your calendars for Pine Meadow’s Christmas Bazaar on November 20th from 10 am. to 2 pm. We are looking for vendors. Call Pine Meadow to reserve your table. Customers and vendors will have the opportunity to purchase a lunch.

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• Are you going to be a superhero, scarecrow, or cartoon character? Denbigh Recreation welcomes one and all trickor-treaters to the kids Halloween Party this Saturday, October 28th at the Denbigh Hall, noon to 2pm. There is a free lunch, then the Costume Parade at 12:30pm, with and fun & games to follow! • November 1st is Good Food Box order day at Vennachar Free Methodist, 1-4pm. Info Angela at 613 333 1901. Good Food Box orders will also be taken on Thursday, November 2nd at Lakelands Family Health team, located in the Addington Highlands Community Centre. Contact Jenelle 613 333 1333. • Denbigh Recreation invites you to enter a float in the upcoming Parade of Lights December 2nd. Call Gail or Tony 613 333 2224. The Christmas exterior home Lights & Decorations Contest begins November 17th. Contact Susan at 613 333 9462 to enter. • St.Luke's Annual Hunter's Supper will be held on Friday, November 10th, 5-7pm. Enjoy turkey and all the trimmings for $12.

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• Sympathy is extended to the families of Diamond Gaylord, Willis Rosenplot and Mel Woods on their recent passing. • We had a spook come in the hall on Friday Night as a witch. What a nose! She paid her way in, danced a few dances and vanished. She must have left her broom outside and drove away. Two more came in, dressed up, just before the prizes were drawn. The lady, Debbie Dorall, came from the Hunstville area, and Dale was my cousin from Lost Nations. What a surprise. I did not have a clue he was coming, Its terrible when you don’t know your own relatives. We had 13 entertainers on hand. • Saturday the 28th is Open Mic, from 2-7pm, potluck supper at 5:30. See you.

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• The Harrowsmith S and A Club will be having a Children's Halloween Party, October 28 from 11am-1pm. There will be games, contests and prizes. A canteen will be available. Wear your costumes! All are welcome. For information call Pam 372-1578. • Also on October 28, a Newfoundland Kitchen Party at the Golden Links Hall. Doors open at 5pm. Traditional food and dessert will be served at 6pm. Music, dancing and a silent auction will follow. Tickets are $20. Call 372-2410 to get your tickets. Come and kiss the Cod! • The Sydenham WI will be holding a Craft and Bake Sale, on October 28 from 9am-2pm at the Grace Centre. Come and browse the many vendors. A canteen with tea, coffee and muffins, as well as a hot lunch, is available. • A Euchre Fun Night on November 4 starts at 7pm at the Harrowsmith S and A Hall. Come out for a fun evening of cards and light refreshments. Prizes and a cash bar. Call Pam 372-1578 or Marilyn 372-0917. • Words to live by: When life shuts a door, open it again. It's a door and that's how they work. Have a great week.

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• It was great to have a visit with Angie Deline and her uncle Donald Morey when they were refreshing family grave flowers by removing their summer flowers. Angie, who now lives “away” in Verona sure misses us all here at “home”. • Congratulations to Allan and Sue (Ormerod) Scott who recently purchased the Arbuckle house- now living right at home again, and commuting to work. • Sincere sympathy to Gail (Scott) Young formerly of Bordenwood in the death of her mother-in-law the late Anna Young of Crow Lake who will be remembered for her strong faith in God, love of spouse Arthur, and devotion to family. Gail is the daughter of the late Melvin and Betty Scott and niece of the Rev. Vernon Scott. • Congratulations to Pine Meadow Activity Director Mallory and spouse Peter on the birth of their child Rose Margaret. Sarah Thompson of Queensborough is providing maternity leave coverage for this year. • Set aside Wed. Nov. 8 when the 640 Army Cadets are hosting a ham and scalloped potato, rice pudding and cake fundraising supper from 4:00 to 7:00 at the Henderson Hall. • Our Pine Meadow folks report the great success of their fall fair with sales of cookies, squares, loaves, rice krispie squares made by the residents, Christmas decorations from Camden East, and also some residents offering their own craft tables. Milton McTaggart of Tweed, who sold historical books relating to helping Cartha Cassidy conduct funerals in our area years ago, brought a wealth of knowledge to the craft fair. • Special get well wishes to Lorraine Shorts who recently broke her arm, and to all who are ailing. A big shout out to Archie and Marilyn Meeks! • Comings and goings this week included Rudy and Jessie (Detlor) Sajevec of Tamworth, coming to wish their sister Nadine a Happy Birthday. • Les Grey, of our area, who currently lives at Village Green in Selby, asked to be remembered to friends in the area. Les, as chair of the resident council is busy arranging Halloween treats, and residents outings.

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The ABC Hall had 20 local musicians drop in on Music Jam Oct. 5. Another 30 people were on hand to enjoy the music. Coffee and treats were provided by the Maberly Bake Shop. • Lanark County OPP has received reports that the “Canada Revenue Agency” fraud is once more active in our community. The current version of the scam has the following sequence. The victim is contacted by phone and says that they are under investigation for non-payment of federal tax. Canada Revenue Agency DOES NOT contact people by phone or e mail when following up cases of non-payment. Just hang up the phone if you get a call stating you are under

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• Great to be back to Diners again. I missed so many last year. Louise was Hostess, Ali fed 17 people a beautiful meal. Ashley Williams from Kingston, spoke on Falls of the Elderly or all people. Doris Gibson will get the Free Meal next month. The next one will be November 15th at Noon. • Get well wishes to Vicki Newlove. We miss you Vicki. Get well soon. • The North Frontenac Fire Department held an exhibition and demonstration at the Snow Road Fire Station. It was a cold night, but those attending were treated to Hot drinks and delicious hamburgers. The Fire Crew demonstrated their skills and the highlight was a display of How to Break into a Car, which was demonstrated with great speed. • Don’t forget Music Night October 26th at Snow Road Community Centre. 7-9pm Jeff Moulton, Rock & Roll. Tickets $10 in advance, $12 at the door. Lite lunch, all welcome. Don’t forget Elphin Roast Beef & Pork Supper on Saturday November 4th. All welcome, you will not be dissappointed. Don’t forget Snow Road Snowmobile Breakfast October 28th. 8-11am. • Get well wishes to Delmer Sergant, who is home again after a few days in the hospital. • What a wonderful Roast Beef & Pork Supper at the Skidoo club Saturday evening. Over 100 people enjoyed the mountains of food. Thanks to all the volunteers for keeping us fed, you do a Fabulous Job and don’t get enough thanks..

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• There were no October birthdays to celebrate at the Birthday Bash last week but all enjoyed the cake none-the less. By all accounts, it was a lovely evening of friendly chat, great food and lovely table decorations by Kathy. The next Birthday Bash will be on November 15. • Janet and her horse Texas Two-Step are heading off to Georgia this week to attend the North American Barrel Racing Championships. At the next Birthday Bash, Janet will speak about her sport and fill us in on her results in Georgia. Best wishes for a successful meet. • The annual Hunter Roast Beef Dinner is coming up on November 8 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Cost of the dinner is $12 or $5 for children under 12. • A friend and I hiked up to Vista Lookout at the PalmerstonCanonto Conservation Area on Monday. The view from the Lookout was spectacular though the trees were just past their best. At the top, we found a can containing a logbook to write in. We added our comments but enjoyed reading the comments from previous visitors to the Lookout including one by a visitor from Russia who had written in Russian! It is a half hour hike to the Vista Lookout where you are rewarded with a lovely view of the rolling hills and Canonto Lake. Lakeview Lookout is a 15 minute hike with a view of Palmerston and Canonto Lakes. • There will be a Hallowe’en Children’s Party in Ompah this year. The party is sponsored by the Trout Lake Hotel and Rockhaven Farm. There will be lots of activities, snacks, prizes, a petting zoo and wagon rides. It will be located at

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• Congratulations to Don Ritchie who celebrated his 90th birthday on October 22. The family held a surprise party for him at the Bellrock Community Centre. Hope you have many more, Don • There will be a celebration of music on November 12 at the Petworth Community Church 2pm with Pastor Ruth Ann Paul. Husband Ron plays on the piano- it should be a great afternoon. • Our sympathy to the Clow family on the loss to the family house due to a fire..

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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 flue 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. THEREFORE, I (Ron Higgins) Mayor of the Township of North Frontenac do hereby declare November 1 - 7, 2017, as Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week throughout the Township, and I urge all the people of North Frontenac to test their carbon monoxide alarms monthly and have their appliances inspected by a registered contractor annually.

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SF Committee of the Whole receives draft Capital budget

by Wilma Kenny ust don’t tell me that our needs are greater than our resources,” said Mayor Vandewal, “we all understand that, and hear it every budget session!” With this, Council launched into a discussion of Public Works Manager Segsworth’s presentation of the Transportation, Solid Waste, Water and Facilities draft capital budget details.The final total came to $7,286,000, of which $5,775,000 was for roads, euphemistically called ‘linear assets’. Vandewal questioned the $175,000 purchase of a fully-equipped mechanic’s truck to replace the present one, a 1994 hand-me-down from the fire department. Councillors listed several missing items: a Harrowsmith ‘parkette’ beside the trail, more staff parking near the Township hall, plans for the use of the former Township garage property on Stagecoach Road, plans for the Petworth mill. Treasurer Fragnito said the latter item would be in the operating budget. This information will all become part of the 2018 budget deliberations. Tax Relief Applications The township has the option to cancel, reduce or refund property taxes due to sickness or extreme poverty. This has to be applied for a an annual basis. Although South Frontenac does not have any pending applications, there have been enquiries. Because of the sensitive nature of such applications, Treasurer Louise Fragnito brought a recommendation that council bring forward a by-law to authorize the Assessment Review Board (ARB) of Ontario to process applications on behalf of the Township. The ARB is trained to hear these appeals, and would conduct their hearing locally. Council agreed. Revision of Procedural Bylaw Council discussed a proposal to streamline their meeting schedule by deleting one COW meeting a month. There was general agreement to try holding Council meetings (where by-laws are voted upon) on the first and third Tuesday of each month and one Committee of the Whole (for discussion of proposals and issues) on the third Tuesday. Delegations would be scheduled across all three meetings as necessary. this will mean devolving more preliminary discussion to the four standing Committees (Public Services, Corporate Services, Development Services and S. Frontenac Recreation.) Council seemed in agreement that this revised schedule

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should be tried, to begin in January. They were less interested in the accompanying proposal, that would permit ‘electronic participation’ in meetings. Seniors Housing: Next Steps Currently, Southern Frontenac Community Services has withdrawn any interest in participating in constructing Seniors housing on their property, and the City of Kingston is indicating they might be able to provide funding grants. CAO Orr said he needed direct from Council: does the Township wish to be involved in the provision of affordable seniors housing? After a lengthy discussion, Council decided they were interested, but needed more information. Orr agreed to talk to a consultant, get some additional written information, and set up a time as soon as possible for a special meeting to further discuss the question. Arena Floor

Council will earmark $590,000 of their reserves (South Frontenac pays 59% of arena costs) for eventual replacement of the arena floor which is 41 years old and still good, but nearing the probable end of its use. Dog Parks Rather than budget for temporary fencing, Council recommended building one permanently fenced dog park in Centennial Park. Rules and regulations based on those in other municipalities’ off-leash areas will need to be drawn up. Councillor Sutherland said the people who had petitioned for the park had offered to fund raise, so they should be contacted. Someone asked if barking was likely to become a problem for nearby residents. Councillor Roberts said that if they were considering requiring pit bulls to be muzzled, should all dogs then be muzzled? The meeting had already run late, and nobody bit on this.

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More than 100 turn out for former fire chaplain’s fundraiser By Craig Bakay e thought a lot of (Central Frontenac Fire Department Chaplain) Shawn (Craven),” said District 4 Station Chief Bernie Quinn. So it came as no surprise that when word came that Craven had been stricken with an illness that required a lot of expensive travel to hospital, the firefighters were only too willing to pitch in a help. Last Saturday night, most of the District 4 detachment was busy making spaghetti for the more than 100 people who attended the fundraiser at the firehall on Wagarville Road. “Shaun was the minister at Cole Lake Church,” Quinn said. “He took on a new

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ministry in New Brunswick which is right across the Bay of Fundy where his wife Michelle is originally from.” Firefighter David Hole, one of the fundraiser organizers, said Craven’s medical condition requires treatment in Halifax and that meant a lot of travel expenses like staying in hotels in Halifax. “We talked about this among the association members,” Hole said. “We’d done a spaghetti dinner in January so we had the machinery in place. “Mike Dean’s (Grocery in Sharbot Lake) donated the buns, spaghetti and hamburger so all we had to get was some produce and we got community donations.” Hole said Craven was

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by Craig Bakay hen you’re a school with only 56 students, you have to get creative with things that other larger schools take for granted. A case in point is Sharbot Lake’s St. James Major who just wrapped up its Scholastic Book Fair. “It did very well,” said St. James Major secretary/librarian Debra Robertson. “We opened it up to the Child Care Centre and the community in general. “It was an opportunity for parents to buy new books and we had a lot of grandparents come in too.” The Book Fair also features school supplies and fun things like posters all aimed at younger readers from kindergarten to Grade 9. The host school gets to use its share of the profits to buy books for the school, she said. “We’re hoping to run it again next year,” Robertson said. “We just want the community to know that there are options.

there for the firefighters when they needed support in his 10 years as chaplain. “He was chaplain for all of the Central Frontenac Fire Department,” Hole said. “He was there for anyone that had personal issues, medical issues, hospital visits, anything. “Thankfully, he didn’t have any funerals to do.” If you couldn’t make the fundraiser but would still like to contribute to the Shawn Craven fund, contact any District 4 firefighter, which includes Station 6 Piccadilly. (Or any Central Frontenac firefighter for that matter, they’ll point you in the right direction.)

The District 4 detachment went all out to support former Department Chaplain Shawn Craven with a spaghetti supper fundraiser.

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Columns - continued from page 5 • the Trout Lake Hotel any time between 2 and 8 on Oct 31st. Come on out with your kids and join in the fun!

PARHAM-TICHBORNE Colleen Steele 613-375-6219 Christine Teal mrsteal2u@hotmail.com 613-375-6525 • Central Frontenac Minor Softball Association is selling Poinsettias as a fundraiser - If you are interested in ordering please see any member of the executive. Orders and payment are due by November 15 with pickup set for December 9th. • Still looking for raffle Items for Ladies Night coming up on Friday November 3rd at St. James Major Catholic Hall. • Book your table now for the Oddfellows sponsored craft/ bake sale on November 4 at the IOOF Hall in Parham. Call Rose at 613-279-2852 for more info. • Diners held at the CE Centre in Parham was enjoyed by all the next one is on Nov. 27 • The Spaghetti Dinner at the Fire Hall on Saturday was well attended with the proceeds going to help a former fellow fireman Shawn Craven. • On Saturday Oct 28 from 10- 4 at the Verona Lions Club Hall there is a "Land Knowledge Circle meeting" to find out the "state of our lands and strengthen our communities." (info 705-457-4838 • Start thinking about your entry in the Festival of Trees which is Dec. 7, 8 and 9th with "A Canadian Christmas" being the theme. • Thinking of John and Jen Clow and family on the recent loss of their beautiful home to a fire last week. • Happy Birthday to: Mike Lowery, Debbie Jones, Carl Knapp, Shannon Harper, Audrey Bateman, Lin Hannah, Jane Kelly, Kristine Drong, Jack Struthers, Wally Teal and Daryl Kennedy.

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• Bridge replacement, with an alignment shift to the north, and removal of the existing bridge and its components; • Traffic staging with a single lane closure and temporary signals, during construction, while maintaining access to the existing boat launch; • Adjustments to the road alignment of Highway 7; and • Environmental protection measures. THE PROCESS This study is being carried out in accordance with the approved environmental planning process for Group “B” projects under MTO’s Class Environmental Assessment for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000), with the opportunity for public input throughout the project. A Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) was prepared and approved in April 2015. The preliminary design concept for bridge replacement is documented in the TESR. A Public Information Centre will be scheduled for late 2017 to present for review and comment, the proposed detailed design, traffic staging, and mitigation of impacts during construction. At the conclusion of this Project, a Design and Construction Report (DCR) will be prepared and made available for a 30-day public review period. COMMENTS We are interested in any information, comments or questions you have regarding the study. You are encouraged to provide input throughout the Detail Design Study. To provide comments, request further information, or to be added to the Project Mailing List, please contact: Chris Kardassis Project Manager Ministry of Transportation Eastern Region 1355 John Counter Blvd., P.B. 4000 Kingston, ON K7L 5A3 tel: 613-545-4735 e-mail: chris.kardassis@ontario.ca

Jon Vallieres Project Manager Looby Construction Ltd. 3035 Ontario Street, Unit 201 Stratford, ON N5A 6S5 tel: 519-345-2800, ext. 52205 e-mail: jvallieres@ellisdon.com

Bob Felker Environmental Manager Amec Foster Wheeler 900 Maple Grove Road, Unit 10 Cambridge, ON N3H 4R7 tel: 519-650-7139 e-mail: bob.felker@woodplc.com

If you have accessibility requirements to participate in this project, please contact one of the Project Team members listed above. All information collected will be used in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. RSO, 1990, c.F.31. With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record.

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Anniversary

OBITUARY

In honour of the

Frechette, Margaret Geraldine “Geri”

Fiftieth Wedding Anniversary of June & Harold Chatson

their children & grandchildren request the pleasure of your company at an open house on Saturday, the fourth of November, two thousand seventeen from one o‘clock to four o'clock in the afternoon at Denbigh Township Hall. Denbigh, ON Best wishes only.

OBITUARY

JONES, EDWARD RONALD (Staff Sergeant RCMP-(Ret.) Peacefully at the Providence Care Hospital after a brief and courageous battle with cancer, with his family by his side, on Saturday October 21, 2017 in his 79th Year. Predeceased by his parents Harold and Mary Jones and siblings George, Pat and Florence. Beloved husband of Marilyn Jones (Currie). Dear father of Rob, Tom (Karrie). Predeceased by son Todd (Nina). Loving grandfather of Ryan, Melissa and Dustin. Following cremation a Celebration of Life will be held at Milestone Funeral Center 11928 Hwy 41, Northbrook, on Saturday October 28, 2017. Friends will be received from 12 noon until service time at 1 pm. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society.

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Alice

“Geri” passed away peacefully in hospital, Perth on Monday, October 23rd, 2017 in her 90th year. She was the loving wife and best friend of the late Marcel “Bud” Frechette who predeceased her in 2016. “Geri” was the loving niece of Alice McKay of Renfrew and dear cousin of Gail (Don) Kerr of Mississauga and their family and Sharon Mullen of Mossley. She will be sadly missed by her very dear friend Elaine (Bob) Delisle. “Geri” was predeceased by her parents Gerald and Margaret (MacLean) Geddes. Memorial service will be held at Snow Road Presbyterian Church on Saturday October 28th, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. Interment Crawford’s Cemetery. A reception for family and friends will follow at the Snow Road Community Hall. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Snow Road Presbyterian Church or the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. For condolences or further information, visit our website at www.blairandson.com.

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• North Frontenac Township has organized the Remembrance Day service at Plevna cenotaph for Saturday, November 11th. CMCA will have a display of military material and artifacts in Clar-Mill Hall that may be viewed prior to the service and at the reception following the service. CMCA is always so pleased with the community response when they ask for items. Several people have already loaned uniforms, medals, certificates and veteran related material. Now does anyone have a manikin that could be used to display a uniform or two? Take time on November 11th to thank our veterans and give thanks for peace!

Sydenham Karen Brawley

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• The Food Drive was a huge success on the 21st at the Sydenham Foodland and Verona Foodland. The monetary donation was just shy of $1000 which will certainly be helpful to the Food Bank. • Our pumpkin people are amazing guys! Doing a fantastic job, people!! Let’s hope this becomes a yearly tradition. • What a great meeting the Sydenham Women's enjoyed on October 16th. The Loughborough Fire Department were present to demonstrate to the ladies how to use a fire extinguisher. We were all able to put out the live fire within seconds. We all agreed that Margaret Monroe our oldest member was able to put the fire out the quickest. She was amazing. Way to go Margaret! Anyone who is interested in becoming a member of the Sydenham Women's Institute may do so by contacting Sharon Menard at 613-3766965 or Shirley Fox at 613-376-3689. Did you know that we will be celebrating 100 years in 2019?

IN MEMORIAM In memory of Ken Gibson Oct 21, 2016 In life I loved you dearly In death I love you still In my heart you hold a place No one could ever fill Sadly missed and lovingly remembered Your loving wife, Freya

Township of Addington Highlands This week we said goodbye to Alice, the amber labradoodle, who has been a friend to dogs and adults and children on the Cataraqui Trail for ten years. Alice had been unwell for a few days. She was diagnosed with terminal cancer on Tuesday, October 17, and the staff at the Sydenham Veterinary Clinic euthanized her with extraordinary kindness. Condolences go to all Alice's friends along the trail. According to your species, you greeted her with a scratch behind the ears, a wag of your tail, a welcome to your trail-side home, playtime with your children, and dog biscuits. If Alice had had an address book, your name would have been in it. Alice's “best friend” was Carly, the black lab with one white paw. Their last visit, on October 14, was longer than usual, and Carly walked Alice home. Perhaps they said goodbye that day. Dawn Clarke, Alice's companion human

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• Shopping for Sarcoma- 8th Annual Sarcoma Fundraiser in memory of Sharon Hogan on Thursday, Nov. 9, stop in between 6:30-8:30pm at the Community Room at the Sydenham library, 4412 Wheatley Street. Companies represented are: Pampered Chef Canada, Arbonne, Steeped Tea, Thirty-one Bags and The Crafty Gardener- Mrs. Bee. Stop in for shopping, raffles, samples and more! Should be a fun time! • This may seem early, but Santa Claus is coming to Sydenham, the annual parade is taking place on November 25th. Let’s try to get some involvement from the community, put some floats in. Everyone is always welcome to join in. If you are interested, contact me and I’ll get you in touch with the organizers.

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• There will be a Halloween event for the children in the Bellrock Hall on Friday, October 27 from 7pm to 9pm. $5 a child • Trinity United Church will be hosting a Christmas Craft and Bake Sale on Saturday, November 4 from 9 am to 2 pm. There will be over 20 vendors selling handcrafted items, a huge bake table, and the ever popular basket draw. A luncheon will be served. It's the perfect spot to start your Christmas shopping early! For more information, call Marni Pedersen at 613-374-9929 • Revell Ford Lincoln is holding a campaign called “WE Scare Hunger.” All month long they are accepting donations of non-perishable food items which will then go to the Southern Frontenac Community Services’ Food Bank. They have a truck set up in the showroom, so people can come in and drop off any donations. • The Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (S.A.L.T) committee will be hosting a Care & Compassion and Caregiver Burnout presentation luncheon for seniors at the Verona Lion's Centre on Friday November 3 from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. Enjoy a healthy free lunch followed by a presentation on Care & Compassion and Caregiver Burnout. . Please pre-register for either of the luncheons by calling the Southern Frontenac Community Services Corporation (SFCSC) office at 613-376-6477 by November 1. • The Verona Community Association will be holding their directors meeting on Wednesday, November 8 at the Verona Lions Club, 7 pm. The exciting venue for this fall and winter’s activities and events for the community will be discussed. The meeting is open to the public!

Township of Addington Highlands

PUBLIC NOTICE

Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Addington Highlands, at its meeting to be held in the Township Hall, 222 Highway 28, Denbigh ON at 13:00 on November 20, 2017, proposes to enact a by-law to Close and Stop up and Sell, to the abutting land owner (Newman), part of the Shoreline Road Allowance, on Skootamatta Lake in the geographic township of Anglesea described as follows:

Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Addington Highlands, at its meeting to be held in the Township Hall, 222 Highway 28, Denbigh ON at 13:00 on November 20, 2017, proposes to enact a by-law to Close and Stop up and Sell, to the abutting land owner (Watt), part of the Shoreline Road Allowance, on Ashby Lake in the geographic township of Ashby described as follows:

Part of the Shore Road Allowance abutting Skootamatta Lake lying in front of Part Lot 14, Concession 9, Geographic Twp. of Anglesea, now located in the Township of Addington Highlands, County of Lennox & Addington further described in survey Reference Plan 29R-10431, as Part 6.

Part of the Shore Road Allowance abutting Ashby Lake lying in front of Lot 2, Registered Plan 931, Geographic Twp. of Ashby, now located in the Township of Addington Highlands, County of Lennox & Addington further described in survey Reference Plan 29R-10498, as Part 1.

And Further Take Notice that the Council of the Township of Addington Highlands, at the aforementioned meeting, will hear any person who claims that his/her lands will be prejudicially affected by this bylaw and who applies to be heard.

Dated at Flinton, ON, October 18, 2017

Dated at Flinton, ON, October 19, 2017

Patricia Gray, Deputy Clerk/Planning Secretary Township of Addington Highlands 72 Edward St., P. O. Box 89, Flinton, ON, K0H 1P0 Tel (613) 336-2286, Fax (613) 336-2847 EM: deputyclerkplanning@ addingtonhighlands.ca

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4 WINTER TIRES, 215/60/16 mounted on Subaru alloy wheels. Good condition $200 OBO. Cell 416-524-2618 near Cloyne. BORDER COLLIE puppies, ready Nov 3, 2017. 613-375-6338 CEDAR KINDLING WOOD. Call Tim Snider at 613-336-2007. Located at 14684 Hwy 41 across from Snider Road CENTRAL BOILER OUTDOOR FURNACES FALL REBATE with discounts up to $550. Call for more information. Your local Dealer, Wood Heat Solutions, Frankford, ON, 613-398-1611; Bancroft, ON 613-332-1613. www.chesher.ca DOUBLE BOX SPRING/mattress & frame; queen box spring/mattress & frame; steel bunkbeds, single over double; washer/dryer; 30” stove. 613-279-2033 FIRE PLACE WOODSTOVE, Pacific Energy Super 27 with gold door & legs, wood burning, top of the line, $750. 613-268-2254 FRONTENAC FIREWOOD. Dry, mixed hardwood. Cut, split, and delivered to all of Frontenac County. $300 full bush cord and delivery cost. Phone 613279-2048 or 613-530-0484 SHIPPING CONTAINERS: Seacans Storage Containers, 7ft 10ft 20ft 40ft 45ft Steel garden sheds call 613-354-8744 or online http:// IngeniousStorage.com SNOWMOBILE, 2000 Yamaha SX500. New track, studded, good condition. Asking $2000. 613-329-5608

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CEREMONIES FOR ALL OCCASIONS. Celebrating weddings, renewals, namings, blessings, transitions. Judie Diamond, 613375-6772, www.judiediamond.ca HANDYMAN, WILL REPLACE SINKS, taps, toilets, any other jobs, cottage closures and carpentry. Please call Albert 613-374-2079 PET SITTING SERVICES AVAILABLE. All you need to know at www.petsittinginmountaingrove. com Phone Laura Mills at 613-335-3658 or Text 613-583-3658 PHOTOCOPY, FAX & LAMINATION SERVICES available at The Frontenac News, 1095 Garrett St., rear building, Sharbot Lake. Competitive prices! 8½” x 11” - Black & White 25¢ ea; Colour copies 60¢ ea. 613-279-3150. PUMP REPAIR: Licenced well technician on staff with 10 years experience. Call Mark, Verona Hardware, 6723 Main St., Verona. Ph. 613-3742851 SENIOR HOME CARE SERVICES - Nurse with current registration and over 20 years’ experience available to provide home care for seniors in Perth, Lanark, Westport, Smiths Falls and surrounding areas. Personal Care - Assistance with medication administration, wound care, and vital sign monitoring. Transportation available for appointments and errands. Household duties. Respite Care. Assistance with meal preparation. Please reach out and we can arrange a time to discuss your needs, I look forward to meeting with you. email: janetthompsonhomecare@gmail.com

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Addington Highlands Public Library Flinton Branch Is looking to hire a Librarian Assistant Requirements • All applicants must be 18 + • Be available to work Saturday mornings 9am – noon • Plan and run children’s programs which consist of 7 monthly programs and 8 weekly summer programs Resumés will be accepted at the Flinton Library until November 20, 2017

The Township of North Frontenac is seeking proposals from qualified Contractor / Firm(s), for the following:

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL RFP 2017-11 - Building Condition Assessment

Proposal documents and the prescribed Submission forms, which include the Minimum Requirements and Specifications, shall be obtained from the Municipal Office, 6648 Road 506, Plevna, Ontario or by email at financialsupport@ northfrontenac.ca Please direct any specific inquiries to Kelly Watkins, Treasurer at treasurer@ northfrontenac.ca or (613) 479-2231 Extension 223. Lowest or any proposal submission may not necessarily be accepted. The Township reserves the right to cancel the Request for Proposal at any time up to the notification of Award. Submissions shall be submitted to the undersigned, on the prescribed form, in a sealed package, clearly identifying the document as: “RFP No. 2017-11 BUILDING CONDITION ASSESSMENT” on or before 2:00 PM local time on Thursday, November 16, 2017 Cheryl Robson, A.M.C.T. Chief Administrative Officer 6648 Road 506 Plevna, ON K0H 2M0

WANTED TO BUY

The Township of Addington Highlands FULL-TIME OPERATOR DENBIGH YARD The Township of Addington Highlands is seeking applications from experienced and qualified candidates for the position of Full-Time Operator. Reporting to the Roads and Waste Management Supervisor, the full-time operator is to provide a variety of construction, snow/ice removal, maintenance and repair services to roads and adjacent public property for the safety and convenience of the public. Ideally the successful candidate would: • have the ability to operate a variety of heavy equipment and trucks safely and efficiently; • possess knowledge of road construction and maintenance activities, and safety procedures; • possess knowledge of road maintenance and construction standards, bylaws and other applicable legislation; • have a class “DZ” drivers’ license; • be willing to obtain an “AZ” drivers’ license

PUBLIC NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac proposes to enact a By-law to stop up, close and sell part of the 66’ shore road allowance as set out and described as follows: ALL THAT PART of the Shoreline Road Allowance around Mazinaw Lake, lying adjacent to Lot 18 and Lot 18A, Plan 1115, geographic Township of Barrie,Township of North Frontenac, being Part 4 on Registered Plan 13R-20772. The proposed By-law will come before the said Council for consideration at its regular meeting on November 3, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. at the Ompah Community Hall, 10200 Road 509, Ompah ON. and at that time, the Council will hear in person, any person who claims that his land will be prejudicially affected and who applies to be heard. Dated this 28th day of September, 2017 Tara Mieske Clerk/Planning Manager Township of North Frontenac 6648 Road 506 Plevna, ON K0H 2M0 Tel: (613) 479-2231 or 1-800-234-3953 Fax: (613) 479-2352 Email: clerkplanning@northfrontenac.ca

The Township of Addington Highlands TEMPORARY OPERATOR NORTHBROOK YARD The Township of Addington Highlands is seeking applications from experienced and qualified candidates for the position of Temporary Operator. Reporting to the Roads and Waste Management Supervisor, the temporary operator is to provide a variety of construction, snow/ice removal, maintenance and repair services to roads and adjacent public property for the safety and convenience of the public. Ideally the successful candidate would: • have the ability to operate a variety of heavy equipment and trucks safely and efficiently; • possess knowledge of road construction and maintenance activities, and safety procedures; • possess knowledge of road maintenance and construction standards, bylaws and other applicable legislation; • have a class “DZ” drivers’ license; • be willing to obtain an “AZ” drivers’ license

This is a unionized position and the compensation for this position is $22.89 per hour.

This is a unionized position and the compensation for this position is $20.56 per hour. This position will be for a period not exceeding six (6) months.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a covering letter, drivers abstract and detailed resume including references, by 16:00 Friday October 27th, 2017 to the undersigned.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a covering letter, drivers abstract and detailed resume including references, by 16:00 Friday October 27th , 2017 to the undersigned.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Brett Reavie, Road & Waste Management Supervisor roadsandwaste@addingtonhighlands.ca Township of Addington Highlands P.O. Box 89, 72 Edward St. Flinton, ON K0H 1P0

telephone: (613) 336-2286 fax: (613) 336-2847

The Township of Addington Highlands is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) and the Human Rights Code. The Township will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or the assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

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NORTHERN HAPPENINGS listings are free for community groups, and will be published for two weeks. Donations to offset the costs of publication would be appreciated. Other listings are paid or are taken from paid ads elsewhere in the paper. The News makes every effort to be accurate but events should be independently verified by readers.

Thursday October 26

ARDEN - COMMUNITY DINNER 6pm-8pm. Circle Square Ranch. Roast Beef and all the trimmings. All welcome, free will offering. SHARBOT LAKE - AFTER THE NEWS PERFORMANCE 6pm-9pm. Cardinal Café. Free – donations jar for band. Licensed, coffee and treats available. SNOW ROAD STATION - MUSIC NIGHT Snow Road Hall. Jeff Moulton will entertain us with some rock and roll music. Get your tickets early, $10 in advance or $12 at the door. Contact Don at 613-278-0958. SYDENHAM - GRANDMOTHERS BY THE LAKE 7pm-9:30pm. Sydenham Public Library. Presenting Carol Little’s Slide show and talk on her trip to Zambia. Community room. All welcome.

Friday October 27

CLOYNE - FREE CLOTHES GIVE-AWAY Pine View Free Methodist Church. Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday 9am-2pm. Donations welcome, no yard sale items. Please bring Items on Oct 26, 27th. Call 613-3368100 NORTHBROOK - OPEN MIC 2pm-8pm. Harlowe Hall. Pot luck supper, 5:30 pm. Info Marie 613-3362557 SHARBOT LAKE - PORK CHOP DINNER 5:30pm. Sharbot Lake Legion. Social Hour 5:30pm, dinner 6pm. $12 per person. VERONA - HALLOWEEN EVENT 7pm-9pm. Bellrock Hall. For the children. $5 a child.

Saturday October 28

ARDEN - 17TH ANNUAL CHILDREN'S HALLOWEEN PARTY 10am-1pm. Kennebec Hall. Annual Children's Halloween Party. Crafts; Treats; Costume parade. Children's luncheon served. ARDEN - CRAFT SALE 10am-4pm. Arden Legion. The Ladies Auxiliary of the Arden Legion. Please call 613 335-273 for more information. DENBIGH - KID'S HALLOWEEN PARTY 12pm2pm. Denbigh Community Hall. Costume parade at

3 -Day - April Sale Fri. Sale Oct. 27 - Thu.?-? Nov. 2 Lean Ground Beef Value Pack $ /lb

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12:30, Kids will enjoy free lunch and games. Hosted by Denbigh Recreation. HARROWSMITH - CHILDREN'S HALLOWEEN PARTY 11am-1pm. Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club. Spooky activities! Games, Cupcake Decorating, etc. Donations welcome at the door. For info, call Pam 613-372-1578 or Marilyn 613-372-091. HARROWSMITH - NEWFIE NIGHT KITCHEN PARTY Golden Links Hall. $20 per person, for more info call 613 372-2410. NORTHBROOK - OPEN MIC 5:30pm. Harlowe Hall. No admission fee, potluck supper 5:30pm. Donations accepted, bring your talent, all welcome. ON DYING 10am-4:30pm. Wintergreen Studios. Join us for a day of conversation about the multi-layered and oft-times mysterious process of dying. PARHAM - GOSPEL SING 7pm. Parham Free Methodist Church. Free will offering. SHARBOT LAKE - A SOIREE WITH SIR JOHN A Note - this event has been cancelled. Anyone who has purchased tickets should contact Marcel Giroux, 613-279-2961 SNOW ROAD STATION - SNOWMOBILE CLUB BREAKFAST 8am-11am. Snow Road Clubhouse. All Welcome. SYDENHAM - CRAFT / BAKE SALE Grace Hall. The Sydenham Women’s Institute, vendors and amazing bake table. Hot lunch, $5. SYDENHAM - HALLOWEEN DANCE 9pm-1am. Sydenham Legion. Music by "Trilogy". Doors open at 8pm. Tickets $10. Prizes for costumes. TERROR ON THE TRAIL 5pm. The 2k or 5k, run or walk, all ages event follows the haunted K&P Trail. Registration is at 4:30pm at the Railway Heritage Park, Elizabeth Street, Sharbot Lake. 5pm. Cost $10 per person or $20 per family. Costumes encouraged but optional. VERONA - THE KNOWLEDGE CIRCLES EVENT 10am-4pm. Verona Lions Hall. Presented by by The Land Between with Curve Lake First Nation & Hastings Stewardship Council. Call 705-4574838, info@thelandbetween.ca or register online at knowledgecircles.ca.

Sunday October 29

GODFREY - OPEN MIC & JAM 1pm-5pm. Bedford Hall. Audience $2, entertainers free. Refreshments available. Info: Judy 374-2317, Joan 374-5477.

Boneless Whole Porkloin Cryovac $ /lb

Large Eggs 18 Pack $ .00

1L Chocolate Milk $ .00

Monday October 30

HARROWSMITH - SMART FITNESS PROGRAM 12:30pm. Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club. low impoact, contact 613-634-0130 ext. 3414

Tuesday October 31

ARDEN - COMMUNITY SHELL - OUT 5pm. Kennebec Hall OMPAH - HALLOWEEN KIDS DAY 2pm-8pm. Trout Lake Hotel. Face painting, wagon rides, petting zoo, Tick or Treats etc. Call Cat/Lee at 613-479-2987 GLENBURNIE - HAZELNUT growing information session. Rotary auditorium, Frontenac County Offices, 2069 Battersea 6:30pm. Ferrero Rocher and Ontario Hazelnut Association present info about opportunities in the Hazelnut industry.

Thu November 2 – Mon October 23

PLEVNA - CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW 10am-2pm. Clar-Mill Hall. Soup and sandwich lunch in support of St. Killians Church SHARBOT LAKE, ON - FLU SHOT CLINICS 12pm6pm. Sharbot Lake Pharmasave. Free flu shot, bring valid health card, please

Thursday November 2

VERONA - FLU SHOT CLINIC 9am-12pm, 1pm8pm. Verona Medical Centre. Walk ins welcome, bring health card

Friday November 3

HARROWSMITH - YOUTH DANCE 7pm-9:30pm. Harrowsmith Golden Links Hall. $6 call for info 613372-2410 sponsor Oddfellow and Rebekahs NORTHBROOK - BENEFIT CONCERT 7pm. Land O'Lakes Emmanuel United Church. Bon Echo Rocks Chorus w/special guests, presents a concert in support of the Canada Foodgrains Bank, a partnernship of 15 Canadian churches. Free will offering, refreshments. SHARBOT LAKE - LADIES NIGHT 6pm. St. James Major Church. SHARBOT LAKE - ROAST BEEF DINNER 5:30am. Sharbot Lake Legion. Social hour at 5:30, dinner at 6:00, $12 pp. licensed VERONA - CARE & COMPASSION & CAREGIVERS BURNOUT PRESENTATION AND LUNCHEON 11:30am-2:30pm. Verona Lions Hall. Please preregister by calling SFCSC at 613 376-6477 by November 1st.

Saturday November 4

ARDEN - COMMUNITY SKATING RINK MAINTENANCE DAY 10am. Arden Rink. Kennebec Recreation Committee in partnership with the Frontenac Firefighter’s Association invite you to

assist us with general rink & site maintenance. ARDEN - STEW DINNER 5pm-6:30pm. Kennebec Hall. Sponsored by Arden Wesleyan Church. All welcome, free will offering ELPHIN - ROAST BEEF DINNER 5pm. Elphin Presbyterian Church. ROAST BEEF SUPPER 5pm6:30pm. Elphin Presbyterian Church. $15, $6 for children, under 6 free HARROWSMITH - EUCHRE FUN NIGHT 7pm. Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club. Light refreshments, prizes NORTHBROOK - SOCIAL PAINT NIGHT 6pm. Northbrook Lions Hall. w/ Debbie Reevie reserve your spot now - call Debbie - 613-336-8502 (details to follow) PARHAM - CHRISTMAS BAZAAR 10am-2pm. Parham IOOF Hall. Carft/bake sale, Tables available to rent. Call Rose - 613-279-2852 sponsored by Oddfellows and Rebekahs VERONA - CHRISTMAS CRAFT AND BAKE SALE 9am-2pm. Trinity United Church. Over 20 vendors. Start Chrismas Shopping early. Lunch served, Info Marni - 613-374-9929

Monday November 6

HARROWSMITH - SMART FITNESS PROGRAM 12:30pm. Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club.

Tuesday November 7

HARROWSMITH - FREE FLU SHOT 4pm-8pm. Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church. Sponsored by Sydenham Medical Clinic. Bring your Health Card SHARBOT LAKE - SENIORS REMEMBRANCE DAY MEETING 12pm-2pm. North Frontenac Telephone Company. Pot Luck Lunch - anyone over 50 welcome, Call Shirley 613-279-2990 or Dorothy 613-279-3223

Wednesday November 8

HAM & SCALLOPED POTATO SUPPER 4pm-7pm. at Henderson Hall. Hosted by 640 Army Cadets. Admission by donation. HARROWSMITH - S&A CLUB GENERAL MEETING 7pm. Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club. All welcome, contact Penny, 613-376-7688. Family membership $20, single $10 OMPAH - HUNTERS ROAST BEEF DINNER 5pm7pm. Ompah Hall. $12, under 12 - $5, Contact Marily 613-479-2855 for info SHARBOT LAKE, ON - FREE FLU CLNIC 9am3pm. Sharbot Lake Pharmasave. Free flu shot, bring valid health card, please SNOW ROAD STATION - COMMUNITY POTLUCK 5:30pm. Snow Road Hall

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The adage “What you see is what you get.” is not straight forward when people see the same object through different lenses. A newborn, for example, does not see their teddy bear in the same way as their parent. Though babies are typically born with the physical ability to see their world, focusing on objects clearly and meaningfully develops over time. Newborns focus on objects at any distance. Yet, at this young age, the ciliary muscles which contract or relax the shape of the lens of their eyes to create clear images on the retina are weak. These ciliary muscles need about two months to strengthen before they are able to focus accurately. But even then, objects continue to be blurry because the retina (which specializes in seeing detail) and the fovea (which specializes in seeing colour) are still maturing. We expect that a one-month-old will have a visual acuity of 20/120. (The very largest letter “E” at the top of an eye exam chart is 20/120.) By four months of age, we anticipate baby’s eyesight will improve to 20/60 and when the baby is eight months old, her visual acuity will likely be 20/30 (close to the 20/20 visual acuity of many adults.) Studies through the University of Berkeley have demonstrated that infants as young as two weeks old have colour vision, though they may not be able to distinguish subtle colour differences such as red and reddish-orange or soft pastels. At one month of age, babies can distinguish between two shades of gray that differ in intensity by only 5%. Though this is good, by 9 weeks baby’s sensitivity to contrast will have increased tenfold. He will

be able to see almost all subtle shadings in his world, and may suddenly ‘see’ that his white teddy bear is on the white blanket! Newborns interpret their world as flat. Depth perception is only understood once the brain has matured enough to interpret the visual images into a third dimension, normally at 3-5 months of age. Coordination of both eyes to follow moving objects or to hold an object steady in their sight while they move also takes time to develop. Sometimes the eyes of a newborn will cross or one eye will wander, but by 3 months of age both eyes should be well coordinated. The Canadian Association of Optometrists recommends taking children for an eye exam at 6 months, 3 years, and again at 6 years to ensure any concerns with vision are caught and corrected early. Knowing what babies see can offer insights into what types of books babies need. High contrast, black and white books are perfect for sharing with a newborn. Pages that show solid black pictures, geometric patterns, or facial outlines on white pages are great for a one or two-month-old. “Black & White” by Tana Hobin is one example, and is an accordion style board book that can stand upright or be held by little hands. Older babies gravitate to very simple, brightly coloured pictures, especially ones

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Babies need plenty of time to focus, stare and study pictures and photos in books. They also benefit from the use of gestures during book sharing times. By pointing to and labeling images your baby finds interesting, you will prompt her to follow the movement of your finger with her eyes in a smooth, coordinated way. Sharing well-chosen books with newborns and young babies is a beautiful way to help babies see their world.

What is a "Canadian Christmas"?

hat's the big question and we are asking you to tell us! Yes! lt's that time again to charge up the creative juices and plan your entry to the 2017 Festival of Trees. This year's theme is "A Canadian Christmas". The Festival will run from December 7 to 9. Again we'll have great entertainment and fabulous entries. Mark you calendar and plan your entry. For anyone who may not know, this is a fundraiser to provide for the beautiful flowers seen in the various villages in the area during the summer as well as trees and benches. Each year in early December this festival is put on entirely by volunteers, we sell artificial trees to be decorated according to a theme and these are entered in the festival as well as other entries such as gingerbread houses, baskets, wreaths, wall hangings and another category called "anything goes". These entries are judged by a volunteer panel of

judges according to specific rules and then the winners are announced at a luncheon. The festival then opens and the public comes to see the entries and be entertained by local musicians and they buy tickets to win the entries. The tickets are drawn on Saturday at 4:00 pm. at the end of the festival. This is entirely put on by volunteers in the area and we are looking for more volunteers to assist us. It's fun and interesting and really not a lot of work. For more information please contact Ann Howitt 279-2706 or Suzanne Veh 279-1303.

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The Metis sash, where tradition meets functionality O

ne of the more recognizable icons of Metis, and indeed Canadian, culture is

the traditional sash. Yes, the colours do signify certain things. For example, blue and white are the colours of the National Metis Flag. Red and white are the colours of the Metis Hunting Flag. Black symbolizes the dark period after 1870 when the Metis Nation had to endure dispossession and suppression at the hands of the Canadian government. Yellow is for the prospect of prosperity. Green signifies fertility, growth and prosperity and moving forward to claim the Metis’ rightful place in Canadian history. Originally, the sash was essentially a belt for keeping the large capote (overcoat) that the voyageurs wore on the fur trail. But, it was much more than that. In the bush, it became the Metis answer to the Swiss army knife. “If you had a loose button, you took a thread from the end of your sash and sewed it back on,” said Senator Robert Lloyd. “But maybe its biggest use was to help prevent a hernia.

MP Mike Bossio is fitted with a rather large sash by High Land Waters President Scott Lloyd and Senator Robert Lloyd.

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wo Lanark Highlands artists, Helen Mogford and Anne Roxburgh, will jointly be exhibiting their works during the month of November and everyone is welcome to come to the opening vernissage on Sunday November 5th, 2 - 3:30p.m. held at the MERA Schoolhouse in McDonalds Corners. Helen was joined the newly formed MERA Arts Circle in 2013. she is exhibiting acrylic paintings. Her mother's legacy is an inspiration. Years ago her mother was praised for teaching: “The girls' work is free, bold and alive”. Helen summarizes: “That is how I

want my work to be.” Anne Roxburgh was born and raised in Montreal and first studied art at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts under the instruction of artist, Arthur Lismer. She lived in England for many years and now lives in Almonte where she is a member of the Almonte and Area Artists Association and has Exhibited at the Art in the Attic show and at The Mill of Kintail Museum. She is also active at MERA.

FORM 6 Municipal Act, 2001

SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the lands described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on November 30, 2017, at the Central Frontenac Township Office, 1084 Elizabeth Street, Sharbot Lake Ontario. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Central Frontenac Township Office, 1084 Elizabeth Street, Sharbot Lake. Description of Lands: Roll No. 10 39 010 020 21806 0000; PIN 36168-0410 (LT); Part Lot 20 Concession 10 Kennebec as in FR201911; T/W FR201911; Central Frontenac; File No. 16-08 Minimum Tender Amount: $4,400.77 Roll No. 10 39 030 010 30200 0000; PIN 36166-0127 (LT); Part Lot 13 Concession 7 Kennebec designated Part 1 Plan 13R3486; S/T FR584240; S/T debts in FR584241; S/T beneficiaries interest in FR584240; Central Frontenac; File No. 16-09 Minimum Tender Amount: $20,914.01

“In those days, you had to be able to carry 90 pounds of furs and portage with them. “If you couldn’t carry 90 pounds, you didn’t get the job.” Lloyd, along with Veterans Council Senator Guy Mandeville, then went on to list a myriad of other uses in rapid succession. “It was used as a lifeline if someone fell into the water,” Lloyd said. “And they often used to tie one end to the canoe so they wouldn’t fall out or at least so they’d still be attached to the canoe if they did fall out in the rapids.

“There’s no set length or width so they could be used for anything from a horse blanket to a makeshift bridle.” “Anything you could dream up,” said Mandeville. “They could be a towel, facecloth, even diapers sometimes. “There was even a tug-o-war game where you’d tie the ends around each other’s neck and try to pull the other guy down.” They were often used as a handy firstaide kit, becoming a sling or knee wrap in the bush.

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FALL HOUR CHANGES Winter hours are now in place for the Green Bay Disposal Site - Fridays ONLY- 8:30 am to 4:30pm. It will NOT be open on Sunday mornings. This site is for tagged household garbage and recycling only

WINTER HOURS, HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DEPOT For the month of October our HHW Depot remains open every Thursday from 3 pm-8 pm. November hours will be November 9th & 23rd from 3pm – 7pm. Open dates will be published monthly in this banner. Please remember that accepted items are hazardous materials, small electronics and bale wrap only. A full listing of accepted materials may be found on our website under Living Here/Solid Waste/Recycling/Household Hazardous Waste.

TOWN HALL UPCOMING MEETINGS • Council – November 7, 2017 • Committee of the Whole – November 14, 2017 • Committee of Adjustment – November 9, 2017

CAREERS – BUILDING INSPECTOR For details on the Building Inspector position, please visit our website under Township/Careers. Deadline for applications is Friday, November 10, 2017 at 4:00 pm.

THINGS TO DO EVENTS CALENDAR Check out the events calendar on the home page of our website for community events happening in South Frontenac.

PUBLIC SKATING AT FRONTENAC COMMUNITY ARENA Invite a friend and come out to the Frontenac Community Arena and enjoy a leisurely skate every Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:00 am and Sundays from 1:00 pm to 2:20 pm The cost is $2.00 per person and a CSA approved helmet with screen is recommended. For more information see their website www.frontenacarena.com. Come out for our “Halloween Skate” on Sunday, October 29 at 1:00 pm – first 100 kids in costumes receive a treat bag. (Must be able to see clearly through costume and not obstruct ability to skate).

Open for Business COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT PLAN Attention Harrowsmith Residents: For details on financial assistance to improve building conditions and land use, see the website - Open for Business/ Planning and Development/Community Improvement Plan. This includes façade improvement such as cladding materials, windows and doors, reports to masonry and brickwork, façade restoration, painting and cleaning, signage.

News & Public Notices TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE – MORELAND-DIXON ROAD The deep culvert under Moreland-Dixon Road west of Round Lake Road is being replaced. To facilitate this operation a full road closure will be implemented on Friday, October 27, 2017 to Tuesday, October 31, 2017 from Holmes Road to Round Lake Road. Further inquiries should be directed to the Public Works Department.

Roll No. 10 39 060 010 04200 0000; PIN 36216-0070 (LT); Part Lot 27 Concession 1 Olden designated Part 1, Plan 13R9906; S/T interest in FR191609; Central Frontenac except forfeited Mining Rights, if any; File No. 16-11 Minimum Tender Amount: $5,525.90

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Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount.

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Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes, HST if applicable and the relevant land transfer tax. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender, visit: www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or if no internet access available, contact: J. Michael McGovern, Treasurer The Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac P.O. Box 89, 1084 Elizabeth Street Sharbot Lake ON K0H 2P0 613-279-2935 Ext 224 www.centralfrontenac.com

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Sydenham Medical Clinic will be hosting their annual flu clinic at Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church, 3876 Harrowsmith Road on Tuesday, November 7 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Please bring a valid Health Card. Council invites residents to provide input for the 2018 Budget. The 2018 Budget document will be tabled on Tuesday, November 7. Those interested in presenting to Council on Tuesday, November 14 are encouraged to contact the Clerk’s office at Extension 2222 to be placed on the agenda. Alternatively, written submissions may be forwarded to the Clerk’s Office via admin@southfrontenac.net. Requests to present to Council and/or written submissions must be received by noon on Thursday, November 9th, 2017.

MARKING CANADA 150, ONTARIO 150 WITH COMMUNITY TIME CAPSULE PROJECT- ITEMS WANTED As a way to commemorate this historic year in Canadian history, the Township of South Frontenac is putting together a time capsule to be buried at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith. The time capsule will be opened in 50 years on Canada’s bicentennial. Residents of South Frontenac are invited to submit items to be included in the time capsule. Items should be significant to this year in South Frontenac and be around the size of an average adult’s fist. Residents are encouraged to get creative and reflect on highlights of the year. Items like USB sticks will be accepted, although be mindful that in 50 years, that technology maybe obsolete. Photographs, newspaper clippings, local sports memorabilia, diaries, favorite recipes, ticket stubs and similar items are encouraged. Anything organic or that can erode, rubber, metal paper clips, staples and anything with an internal battery that cannot be removed are discouraged. The items need to meet some requirements for preservations purposes and will be returned to the sender if they do not fit the requirements. Items will be collected from now until December 21st and can be dropped off at Town Hall in Sydenham in the Recreation Department.

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