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Green Party leader visits LFK riding by Jeff Green reen Party Provincial Leader Mike Schreiner helped launch the campaign of Lanark Frontenac Kingston candidate Anita Payne at a meet and greet stopover in Perth on Monday morning. Shreiner, who has been the party leader since 2009, is the Green Party candidate in his hometown of Guelph, where he works in the food business. He also spends some time at Queen’s Park, bringing Green perspective to policy decisions even though the party has yet to elect its first MPP. The Greens received 4.84% of the popular vote in the most recent election (2014) an increase over their 2.92% vote share in 2011. According to the party website, since Schreiner

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Frontenac County to look at building a new office with Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority by Jeff Green rontenac County Council has decided to continue talking with the Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority (CRCA) about the possibility of co-locating headquarters. In a report to Council last week (March 21), Frontenac County Chief Administrative Officer Kelly Pender indicated that the CRCA and Frontenac County each require somewhere between 7,500 and 10,000 square feet of office space to run their operations, but together they would each require less space. “We would only need one lobby, one large room for council meetings, one septic system, etc.” he said. “It’s not just the construction cost that would bring savings,” he added, “there would be considerable savings for ongoing expenses, everything from heating to maintenance costs. In terms of use of taxpayers dollars, there isn’t a cheaper option. Building separately will be more expensive.” The motion that was before Council said they “remain open to continuing discussion with the CRCA with respect to the construction of a potential joint administrative facility located either on the grounds of the current county facility at 2069 Battersea Road, or the CRCA property at Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area at 1641 Perth Road (or in the vicinity). The county Administrative Building Design Task Force (ABDTF) is expected to report back at the end of July with a final location and some detail about the potential for a new building. The ABDTF was established two years ago to look at options for an upgrade to the Frontenac County Administrative Office. The office is located in Pittsburgh Township, which was part of Frontenac County when the office was established, but joined with the City of Kingston with municipal amalgamation in 1998. At the same time Frontenac County devolved into a Management Board, whose functions were to oversee Fairmount Home and act as a conduit for relations between the four Frontenac townships, the City of Kingston and senior levels of government. The Management Board began to expand its scope, taking on Frontenac Paramedic Services and a multi-million dollar upgrade of Fairmount Home, and it returned to county status in 2004. Since

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n March 25, the first Sunday of spring, Tina and Dana Richard hosted the 3rd Annual Mazinaw Sock Burn. It was attended by Mazinaw sailors and friends of Brown's Camp. The sock burn was an opportunity to dispose of winter's holey hosiery and to celebrate the coming of spring. But With 17" of grumbling ice covering the took on the leadership, the party “has experienced substantial growth in its voters, fundraising, staff, volunteers and media exposure.” The Green Party 2018 Green Vision statement focuses on a fairer wage and tax system, more resources towards illness prevention, and a directed carbon tax.

Upper Mazinaw, it was obvious that it could be weeks or months before there are boats on the water. However, kite skiers were seen on the lake on Saturday. This year's edition of Sail Mazinaw will be on Saturday July 7. It will be a great opportunity to get on the water for a sail. Check out Sail Mazinaw on Facebook:

In addition to that, Schreiner talked about how the Liberal Party and leader Kathleen Wynne, “have developed a habit of taking our ideas and implementing them very, very, badly”. Instead of the pilot approach to the Basic Income Guarantee under the Liberals, Schreiner said that the Greens advocate

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for a “universal basic income guarantee so that nobody should drop below the low income cut off level.” He also said that the Greens are the only party that is committed to phasing out nuclear energy. “We need a political party at Queen’s Park that is willing to stand up to the nuclear lobby. The Greens have the courage to do that. We say no to tripling hydro prices to finance the rebuilding of the Darlington Nuclear Plant,” he said. When asked after the public session how the Greens would secure Ontario’s energy future without the $12.8 billion retrofit of the plant, Schreiner said the Greens would leave the nuclear power plants in place for now, but would halt all refurbishment plans. Instead they would invest in the necessary infrastructure to be able to purchase water generated power from Quebec while committing Ontario to renewable energy sources. “Ontario Power Generation originally put in an application to raise prices by 180% over ten years to finance the project. They later lowered that number, but it is clear the Darlington project will result in increased

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Co-location could bring long term savings, CAO says Contnued from page 1 then the planning, economic development, information technology, geographic information systems, and financial services departments have all been established and/ or grown substantially. A consultant report into the future needs of the county that was completed in 2013, recommended looking at an office renovation or the establishment of a new office, with the preferred location being within the current boundaries of Frontenac County. In 2016 Council started to look at options for renovating the existing office or building a new one. The task force met three times in 2016, and came to the conclusion that a new building would be too pricey and that they should focus on renovation. The only scheduled meeting in 2017 was cancelled and the effort seemed to have fizzled out, at least as far as the current council’s mandate is concerned. That changed when the county was approached by CRCA early this year. CRCA needs a new office and wanted to meet in order to see if a co-location initiative might save money. The task force met again on March 9th, with representatives from CRCA. In the minutes from that meeting the possibility of renovating was not well received. The CRCA building is described as being “at the end of its useful life” and the existing county office as “an old building that would be costly to renovate.” As far as the location of a new building is concerned, the minutes say that the CRCA needs to be located in “proximity to the 401”, adding that “it could move further north; however how far north would need to be determined.”

The members of the Frontenac County task force were less concerned about location, according to the minutes: “There was discussion around if the county offices should be located in the county; however most people see the city of Kingston as being located in the county and the county administrative offices have always been located in the city so the committee didn't see it as an issue.” Task force members at that March 9 meeting included: Central Frontenac Councillor Tom Dewey, Frontenac Islands Councilor Natalie Nossal, and South Frontenac Mayor Ron Vandewal. Councillor John Inglis from North Frontenac, is also on the task force but was not at the meeting. At the council meeting on March 21st, the matter of location was discussed. “If we are thinking of moving it to Sydenham, it would be better,” said Frontenac Islands Mayor Dennis Doyle. “What real difference does it make to Joe Public if the administration office is located in the county of Frontenac. They don’t even know that it isn’t located in Frontenac County now,” said Ron Vandewal. John Inglis said “my own opinion is that there would be a cost saving by building with CRCS but I don’t think it is a good idea. I think there is a branding issue for county and CRCA if we co-build. My own preference would be to build somewhere in the county, it’s up to Council to decide where.” Central Frontenac Mayor Frances Smith said “how much cost savings would there be. It would have to be

Frontenac County offices in "the Old House" on the Fairmount Long Term Care Home Property, which has been located within the City of Kingston since municipal amalgamation in 1998 substantial to justify building out of our borders.” South Frontenac Councillor John Mcdougall said “I’d like to challenge the location issue as far as the branding side of things is concerned.” “We are branding ourselves already and our office is not in Frontenac County,” replied Vandewal. “The task force is not looking for a final decision, just approval to move this to the report stage,” said Kelly Pender. Council approved the motion without further comment or dissent.

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• Congratulations to all the Hockey players that were playing this past weekend … Frontenac Flyers Atom team took home the Gold and the Frontenac Flyers Peewee and Bantam teams were finalists!!! Congratulations also to the Bantam Fury team for winning Silver in Kanata. • Sincere condolences to the families of the late William (Bill) Gibson and Dorothy McCullough-Vincent who have Parham connections. • Sympathy to the family of the late Marion Cox (Janice Peters & Paula Corkum's mother) • There were 7 Robins on our yard last Friday. • Registration for minor softball took place on Saturday but you can still sign up only there will be a late fee charge of $20. We are also looking to see if there is any interest in a Ladies Team - if this is of interest to you please message me at mrsteal2u@hotmail.com. • Congratulations to Julia Schall on getting a "Hat Trick" in her league. Great Job!! • Have a Blessed Happy Easter. • Good Friday Passion Walk begins at 8:30 am at the St Andrews Anglican Church in Sharbot Lake, all faiths are welcome • April 14th is the spaghetti dinner for the St. James Anglican Church in Parham to be held at the New Fire Hall from 5 to 7 pm. Profits will be used to help buy a new oil tank. • Thinking of you to Pat Quinn and Marilyn Meeks. • Happy Birthday to: Candy Thompson, Annette Jackson, Nicole Pond, Sharon DesRoche, Patsy Lowery, Frances Smith, Bob Brooks, and Kayla Harper-Banks

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• Denbigh Recreation welcomes you and your family and friends to an Easter Breakfast and Children's Party this Saturday, March 31st at the Denbigh Hall. Breakfast will be served from 9am till 10:45am, with pancakes, sausages, fruit, juice, coffee, and tea on the menu. There is a free will offering for the meal. The Kids Party will follow from 11am to 1pm, with games, colouring, craft, cookie decorating, Bingo, and a free lunch at 12 noon, followed by the BIG Easter Egg hunt. • Family Nights are back at Vennachar Free Methodist Church for four Tuesdays in a row: April 10,17, 24 & May 1. Dinner is 5:30-6:15pm, followed by The Miracles of Jesus from 6-7pm, and Kids Club from 6-6:40pm. Everyone welcome! Info Pastor Laurie 613 479 2673. • On Saturday, April 21st, the New Apostolic Church will host the annual Pancake Breakfast in support of the Denbigh Food Bank. From 9am to 11am, come and enjoy pancakes, real maple syrup, sausage and bacon. Bring a non-perishable food item or cash donation. Contact 613 453 9238. • Easter bunny soft and white, hopping quickly out of sight. Thank you for the eggs you bring, at Easter time to welcome spring. Yellow eggs and blue and red, in the grass and flower bed. We will hunt them everywhere, is it really you who put them there? A blessed Easter to all!

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• Sincere deepest sympathy to the O’Donnel family on the passing of their mother Margaret. Sympathy also to the

Thompson family on the passing of Douglas. Douglas was born here in Harlowe. He lived in Seeley’s Bay. • Speedy get well wishes to Madeline Burke, Archie and Marilyn Meeks, Sam Jarvis, and my cousin Maxine Nickel who has lung cancer in Winnipeg and is not doing well. • Good to see Abe Meeks feeling much better on the dance floor. • We had a good turnout on Sunday for the Open Mic. There were 12 entertainers, lots of good music, with some new people from Napanee, and we are glad to have them. • Happy birthday is coming up on the 14th of April for George Gaylord, who will be 90 years young.

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• Some sad news in Henderson with the death of Dianne Shorts, spouse of Ross, who died on Sunday evening. The firefighters and responders really did all they could and were surely appreciated. This family has been hard hit with Ross's leg amputation and now the death of spouse Dianne. We will keep the family in our prayers. They did get their wheel chair ramp installed and it's been a real Godsend. • A memorial service will be held in Maberly for the late Vern Morrell on Friday April 13 - so watch the paper for the time and location. • Deepest sympathy to the family of the late Margaret O’Donnell mother of the famous O’Donnell singers and well known local person. We always enjoyed visiting with Margaret at the Harlowe suppers and seeing her cheery face. • 50 people attended the recent Fiddlers and 16 or more entertainers offered their songs and cheery tunes. Then the Open Mic on Saturday in Harlowe brought a lot of swell singers and folks to our area. • Henderson United hosted Palm Sunday with a large ecumenical gathering of area United Churches, the sacrament of communion and “light” refreshments which I hear were more like a feast or banquet!! Coming next is Easter Sunday on April 1- and there are many services held in the area churches to which all are welcome. Check out this paper for details and times. • Speaking of Easter Sunday- usually there is an extra surge of sap running on that day- sure hope so. The weekend of April 7,8 is known as “Maple weekend” when syrup producers open their doors and show folks “how it’s done”. We don’t make syrup, but some area producers are taking part - so watch this paper for more details. It’s going to be good year for syrup- the moon is just right, and the temperatures of minus five to plus five are promised. Syrup is yummy in the tummy - smothered over “Johnny cake”- which is what my Grandmother used to make for us at Manitoulin Island years ago.

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• On April 7 at 1:30 pm, the Lanark County Genealogical Society presents Mother Barnes, also known as the Witch of Plumb Hollow. Elaine Farley will be dressed in period costume while she delivers a presentation on a fascinating lady who has been greatly misrepresented throughout history. Elaine will be bringing some documents with her so that you can look at them after her presentation. This is a free presentation, open to the public, and will be held at the Beckwith Township Municipal Complex, 1702 9th Line Beckwith, Carleton Place • Rock Around the Clock Dance Night – Sat, Apr 7, 7 pm, at the ABC Hall. Doors open at 6pm. Demos and instruction in swing, salsa and line dance and even some clogging. A night of dancing for everyone to all genres of music! Tickets $12 ($10 for members). Contact Lynne Lang (613) 273-8834 or visit www.abchall.ca. • 26th Annual Maberly Maple Festival – Pancake Brunch, April 14th- 10am to 1 pm at the Maberly Community Hall. Enjoy a traditional Lanark County meal – generous helpings of country-size pancakes topped with pure Lanark County Maple Syrup from Maberly area sugar bushes and served

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• Another fantastic Diners meal was put on by Ali on Wednesday the 22nd. It was a small but lively crowd. Jokes by Catherine, a great game of Scavenger Hunt, both tables won. The winner of the next free meal was June Crawford. Next diners is April 18th at noon. Ham, scalloped potatoes, bean salad and carrot cake for dessert. • Back 40 Cheese is having their annual Easter Weekend opening on Saturday, March 31st from 10am – 4pm. There will be refreshments, bring the family out to try their new Water Buffalo Cheese’s. Come in and browse. It’s on Gulley Road, look for signs. • Don’t forget Music Night at Snow Road Hall on Thursday March 29 with Mary and Dave Taylor from 7pm-9pm. $10 in advance, $12 at the door. Light refreshments, all welcome. Special guest Ed Ashton. • There is a bus trip on April 19th to the Brockville Aquarium. The coach bus will leave the Petro Can on Hwy. 7 and 38 at 9:30am. There will be one stop along the way for coffee and washrooms. Lunch will be near Brockville. And then to the aquarium for a few hours and then return homw. Call or email seniors@rfcs.ca to reserve a seat on the bus. • Coffee Break Friday morning was “Everyone Helps”. Lots of goodies and coffee. Nice to see Theresa Smith from Milton out enjoying the visiting and coffee and treats. Theresa lives in Snow Road in what used to be Ina Hagel’s house. • Sympathy to the Virgin and Stuffco families on the loss of Joe Stuffco on March 21st. • Don’t forget the breakfast at Snow Road Snowmobile Club on March 31, 8am-11am. It is an Alzheimers Fundraiser Breakfast. • Get well wishes to Gwen Everson, Stewart Blair, and Reverend Larry Paul. • Mississippi Free Methodist Church Sunday Services will be every Sunday at 2pm as of April 1st.

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• Marilyn is currently at Providence Care receiving therapy after her recent stroke. Thanks to all who have called, visited and sent cards. • Sympathy to the Gibson family in the recent loss of Bill. • Sympathy to the Shorts and St. Pierre families in the recent loss of Diane. • Birthday wishes to Glen Matson, Pat Lowery, Tammy Shelley, Isabelle Uens, Matthew Barr, Ben Gray, Jasmine Salmond, Stephanie Kelly, Rick Smith, Lloyd Hartwick and Gordon Bertrim. • Thinking of you to Sharon, David & Susie Bryden, Nancy Fobert, Mel Good, Madeline Burke, Marty Cowdy, Vi Hole, Muriel Wagar, and Levi Teal. • Happy Easter to everyone.

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Schreiner - Continued from page 1 prices. “All over the world the technology for renewable energy is advancing and the price is dropping. Ontario is opting for massive investments in nuclear instead. For example, in Colorado, the government put out a contract for the supply of power, with no strings attached, and it was a renewable energy company that won the contract, purely on the basis of price. Ontario is committing to nuclear plants that will end their useful life eventually, leaving no value, at a crippling cost, and there is no plan for how to handle nuclear waste other than burying it.” Schreiner recognises that the Green Party has limited prospects for seats in this coming election, but he said that voters who like the party’s vision statement should consider voting for them rather than choosing a party they don’t really support just to try and keep a party that they oppose strongly from winning a seat. “If you don’t vote for the government you want, you are

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changes when it comes to wrestling with the government. The mighty group who brought back the prison farms showed bucket loads of both. The Pen Farm Herd Co-op showed insight by purchasing many of the prison farm dairy cows at auction when the former federal government shut the barn doors and cancelled the program. This dedication illustrated to any detractors how serious they were about their cause by caring for the cows and keeping the friendly, productive and award-winning herd intact. This group of caretakers never lost faith that they would be able to return the dairy cows home, to prison. Their fight united a variety of local groups: land conservationists, local food enthusiasts, farmers, union members, criminal justice advocates and civil liberty organizations. These advocates have staged concerts, organized protests, planned blockades, raised funds, held letter writing campaigns, attended town hall meetings, they’ve been arrested, filmed a movie and built community. Simply put, the Save The Prison Farms Group are social justice heroes. Getting involved in the campaign and meeting members of the group taught me and my family a great deal about compassion, human rights and Canadian identity. I hadn’t spent much time thinking about prison inmates before hearing about the government closing the farms. It seemed shocking and mean spirited that former politicians were taking away programs that provided training opportunities, social skills and successful reintegration. Making punishment a central focus of our criminal justice system seemed downright anti-Canadian. I met a number of farmers who had worked side-by-side with inmates before the program was shut down. Speaking with them helped me feel even more committed to the

March 29, 2018 celebrate Ompah past and present. All folks in the community are invited to come and add a leaf print to the mural. It is easy to do and assistance will be available on Sat. Mar. 31, Wed. Apr. 4, and Sat. Apr. 7 from 10am to noon (during library hours). Please come and help our ‘Ompah tree’ show off all of us in our community. • To sign up for the CPR course on Apr. 14 from 1pm to 4pm, contact Elaine at elaineatcanonto@gmail.com or 613519-3588. • The Event’s Committee of the Community Centre is planning for the year. They have a variety of types of events to appeal to different folks in the community. Watch for the flyer listing upcoming monthly events. • Hoppy Easter to all.

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cause. Standing outside Collins Bay penitentiary in the rain, commemorating the date the feds closed the doors on the program, I spoke to a farmer who shared with me that working the land and being close to farm animals brought about positive change for the inmates. He said that healing was accelerated by the proximity to the cows and hens and that inmates who were part of the prison farm program were changed for the better by the schedule, work ethic, camaraderie and physical labour that are required for farm work. Farming and a passion for the land is one of the deepest connections to our Nation’s history. Canada would not be the country it is today and has no future without farmland and access to healthy foods. Protecting land from urbanization, preserving and creating sustainable farming practices and food security are also issues I became more aware of from getting involved with the group. We were lucky to be caught up the the groundswell of positivity and enthusiasm shared by the the Save The Prison Farms Group. Through our local 4H program and with the support of locals farmers, my daughter had the privilege to work with 2 prison farms calves and speak publicly about her strong feelings towards saving the prison farms. Spontaneous and powerful things happen when people join together to stand up against unfair and unjust acts. We are witnessing this now in the states as teens rise up and demand action on gun control. We will need to see more of it to make social and political gains to secure a more just, equitable and sustainable future for all. Canadians owe a big thank you to the Save The Prison Farms Group - our local heroes who showed such passion, perseverance, and integrity in organizing a peaceful and successful movement. I hope their story inspires generations of activists and maybe encourages a few more people to get involved in their communities. Kelly Graham

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Kingston and Frontenac Fury teams take second Frontenac County place in division and tournament to measure rural F homelessness by Jeff Green (with information provided by the City of Kingston) he City of Kingston has been working with agencies in Frontenac County over the last 5 years to develop an understanding of homelessness/housing vulnerability in Frontenac County, and provide supports and services to help people attain secure housing. The City, with funding from the provincial government, is responsible for its own residents and those of Frontenac County. Sheldon Laidman is the director of the Housing and Social Services Department for the City of Kingston. His department has overseen point in time counts in the city on a single day, every two years since 2014, at the same time of year. The 2018 count is coming up on April 11. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The United Way does the count for us in Kingston and it gives us some very valuable information. When we embarked on a ten year housing and homelessness plan we decided to do these point in time counts as one of the ways to determine the scope of the issues and how well we are addressing them. The Province has now mandated that all service providers need to conduct these counts.â&#x20AC;? In urban centres, point in time counts are completed by teams of volunteers who scour different neighborhoods looking for people living on the street. From the start, it was understood that a point in time count would not work in rural areas, because the nature of rural homelessness is different. People arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t on the side of the road, they tend to be couch surfing or living in substandard housing. So a different kind of count needs to be done. To understand the extent of and challenges associated with rural homelessness, the city has partnered with local social service providers to survey people in the rural area who are currently homeless or experiencing housing vulnerability. The survey will take place from April 9 to 13 and April 16 to 20. Survey information will be recorded anonymously and a $10 honorarium will be provided to recognise participantsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; time and contribution to this important initiative. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is really difficult to enumerate people who are homeless in our rural areas. The enumeration process allows us to plan programs and services to meet their needs. This is their opportunity to be part of the solution to ensure that everyone has suitable and stable housing in our community,â&#x20AC;? said Laidman. People are considered considered homeless if: they do not have a permanent home; are sleeping outside or in an unsafe dwelling (i.e. recreational vehicle, hunt camp, cabin, etc.); or couch-surfing or staying at a friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s or relativeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. A 2016 rural homelessness enumeration study surveyed 30 homeless people in the rural area of Kingston and Frontenac County with an average age of 38. Fiftythree per cent of those surveyed were female and 27 per cent were under the age of 15. Enumeration of homeless people is intended to support the goal of ending chronic homelessness by 2025. Individuals and households meeting the definition of homeless can complete the survey at one of these locations: Southern Frontenac Community Services, 4295 Stage Coach Rd., Sydenham Addiction & Mental Health Services, Kingston Frontenac Lennox & Addington, 6618 Highway 38, Verona Rural Frontenac Community Services, 1020 Elizabeth St., Sharbot Lake

rontenac Fury Peewee 2 ended the season with an exciting match against the Gold Kingston Ice Wolves for the division championship! Although the Fury girls lost 2-1 in a shootout, they walked away as champions in the hearts of their coaches and fans. This team was in seventh place overall in December, finished the regular season in fourth place, and ousted the second-place Purple Kingston Ice Wolves in the semi-finals to earn a spot in the championship game. The determination these girls showed throughout the season and the hard work they put in to improve every week, paid off in the end. Congratulations,

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Teenagers in Love; a play Reviewed by Wilma Kenny arning to teens with younger siblings: you are being watched. Closely. Two weeks ago, a class of grades 4/5 students at Elginburg Public School performed a comedy they had written themselves, based on observations of teenagers they know. The cast of characters gives a hint: Muscles, Pizza Eater, Fashionista, Smarty, Bubbly, Cool Kid, Brainy, Cynic. But there are others, too: Newcomer, Teen on Wheels, Religious (A&B), Shy. Their goal was to present a play that represented a wide variety of high schoolers, and to demonstrate how some of the stereotypes we all carry can vanish when we get better acquainted with strangers. Class research included inviting a refugee family to come tell of their experiences in escaping from a war zone. In the play, the teacher (played by a natural comedian), pairs her class off to do a history assignment by insisting they ‘work with someone you don’t know, not one of your friends.’ In the course of trying to more or less work together, the students quickly find out that other people are not always what they seem to be. A student in a wheelchair challenges a scornful athlete to a basketball shootout, which she wins easily, when the athlete has to also manoeuvre a wheelchair as well as a basketball. A pair of awkward boys begin a tenta-

tive friendship; a girl obsessed with fashionable clothing learns to feel compassion for a newcomer’s terrible memories of fleeing to Canada. “We tried to show that when we get to really know somebody who’s different, we can learn to respect each other and each other’s beliefs,” was one comment in the question and answer session that followed the in-school performance. One of the running jokes about teens was their constant obsession with cellphones and selfies: as a group rediscovers the pleasure of talking together, the Cynic stalks off, muttering that with a cellphone, “you don’t ever have to talk to anyone in person.” However, one of the first questions from the audience was: “Were your cell phones real?” (The answer: a few, but most were calculators or black cardboard). The class is to be congratulated on their excellent performance: the action moved smoothly and quickly from scene to scene, lines were clearly spoken, they made fast recoveries from the few brief line ‘fluffs’, and, hardest of all, they paused when the audience laughed, which happened frequently. Teacher/director Jerri Jerreat, an author in her own right, illustrates a very old quote from the Chinese Laozi: “Of a good leader, when his(her) work is done, the people will say, ‘We did this ourselves.’”

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ast Saturday, Max and Elaine Squires just happened to be driving by the Sharbot Lake Country Inn and saw the sign advertising a Newfoundland Kitchen Party. Now the Squires live in Gananoque these days but they’re originally from Portugal Cove-St. Philips, which is not too far from St. John’s. We just got in the car for a drive and we came across this,” said Max, after Turpin’s Trail had just finished its first set. “Now that’s a good down-east band right there. “This is the kind of music that brings you back home. “Best time we’ve had in awhile.” Elaine nodded in agreement. Now, in part, The Crossing Pub is named for Stephenville Crossing in Newfoundland (the other part is a reference to Sharbot Lake’s history as a railroad town). Even though they’ve lived here long enough to be established as locals, the proprietors, Frank and Sandra White, are Newfoundlanders to the core and it was time to show them a bit. On this particular Saturday, that included a Jiggs dinner and a healthy serving of jigs and reels. “It (Jiggs dinner) starts off with salt beef,” said Frank, the chef for the occasion. “Back in the days before freezers, much of the meat had to be pickled to preserve it.

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Huizinga and Coulter at the Cardinal Cafe in Sharbot Lake reviewed by Martina Field Twenty eight years ago, when we moved to the area, if anyone had told me that I’d be sitting in the old Catholic Church in Sharbot Lake, eating croissants and sipping cappuccino while enjoying a concert of Baroque, Irish, Bulgarian and Argentinian music played on violin and guitar, I would not have believed them. And yet that is exactly what happened last Tuesday evening, March 20, when violinist, Edwin Huizinga and guitarist, William Coulter played to an appreciative audience at the Cardinal Cafe in Sharbot Lake. The house had been sold out for some time as many of us had had the opportunity of hearing Edwin Huizinga two years ago when he played a concert of Baroque music, in the same venue, with harpsichordist, Phillip Fournier. There was an excitement in the air as Huizinga and Coulter began to play their arrangement of the Prelude from Cello Suite #1 by J.S. Bach. This piece really seems to travel. It made me feel like I was on a train, imagining all of the panoramic views I was passing. The guitar and violin sounded so right together. The sound was rich and warm and masterful, with just the right balance of each. The next set was a Celtic one inspired by Irish composer, Bill Whelan’s Riverdance. They played Riverdance Jig, Excerpt from Corona, a beautiful and haunting slow air which seemed to defy time and space, followed by Chronus and Reel around the Sun. The third piece was called the Liquid Gold Suite. This set evolved from Coulter’s guitar arrangement of Schumann’s piano accompaniment to Bach’s Partita #2 for solo violin. Huizinga and Coulter, then paired this Baroque dance music with traditional and newer Irish music. In all, there were 8 parts to this suite, each Bach part being followed by an Irish tune. These pieces fit together beautifully. Each one giving context to the next and receiving it from the previous oneSpecialty seamlessly. Insurance Perhaps the most enticing music played Group s Kingston by the duo were the three Bulgarian tunes, two Kopanistas (dances), and Polognala e Todora. These were so different from

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he Sharbot Lake Legion is having a good long look at the organization and that’s a good thing, says Bill Bowick, one of the members participating in a workshop last week. Facilitated by Ken Fisher, the workshop looked back at the history of the Legion and will be followed April 18 (public invited) with a look ahead. “It was a planning exercise with a ‘journey wall’ and about 20 people attended,” Insurance BowickMatson said. “It was quite fun even if a lot of the Brokers early stuff nobody remembered. "There were a lot of good times, some of which we don’t have as many of any

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CF Council Spends big on breathing apparatus

t was an expensive Central Frontenac Council meeting Tuesday afternoon at Oso Hall in Sharbot Lake. First up on the agenda was the approval of $97,500 for three Chevy pickup trucks from Dilawri Auto. Public Works Manager Brad Thake told Council that this represents $20,000 in savings from the budgeted $120,000. “We’re not replacing any trucks,” Thake said. “We have been using a lot of bigger trucks for smaller maintenance jobs such as installing signs, replacing culverts, road work. “This will cut down on the wear and tear on our bigger trucks.” Then Council approved $324,397 for SCBAs (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus) including air cylinders, face pieces, required accessories and upgrading the current air compressor. The replacement is in the budget for $330,000. “Our current SCBAs do not provide enough working air for firefights (due to requirements to increase low air warning), are not compatible with our mutual aid partners and do not meet the new NFPA 2018 standards,” said Fire Chief Greg Robinson. He said there is only one dealer in the area for these items, A.J. Stone. Robinson said A.J. Stone would not take our current SCBAs in trade because “there is no market for them.” He then said he hopes to sell the current SCBAs for about $30,000. Then Council approved $156,030 plus HST, again to A.J. Stone for personal protective equipment (turnout gear) for the firefighters. It had previously approved $204,800 in the 2018 budget. There were five bids received from suppliers of which A.J. Stone was the second highest but Robinson said an “evalua-

tion committee” recommended A.J. Stone based on seven factors — price, specification compliance, fit/comfort, warranty, company history, references and submission requirements. Then Council approved $3,900 to the County to pay for a “Staff Market Comp Study” and $4,500 also to the County to pay for a “Council Remuneration Review.” Both studies will survey neighbouring municipalities to determine where the County and its member Townships are compared to comparable municipal governments.

The total amount approved at this Council meeting — $586,327 plus taxes. Remuneration for Council members And speaking of Council remuneration, here’s what your Council cost you in 2017 for salary and expenses: Mayor Frances Smith: $20,244.34 ($20,135.81 in wages and $108.53 for professional development/conferences) Coun. Tom Dewey: $14,095.76 in wages and $784.94 in mileage) Coun. Phillip Smith: $14,707.76 ($14,095.76 in wages, $180 in per diem and $432 in mileage for Quinte Conservation)

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Coun. Cindy Kelsey: $14,695.76 ($14,095.76 in wages and $600 in ‘other’) Coun. Victor Heese: $16,67238 ($14,095.76 in wages, $158.42 in mileage, $284.20 in professional development/conferences, $770 in per diem and $1,364 for mileage for Rideau Valley Conservation) Coun. Jamie Riddell: $14,095.76 Coun. Bill MacDonald: $14,980.08 ($14,143.32 in wages, 407.76 in per diem and $429 in mileage for Mississippi Conservation) Coun. Sherry Whan: $14,095.76 Coun. Brent Cameron: $15,387.20 In all, Council cost the Township

The Sun shines for some in Frontenac County T here were few changes to the Ontario Sunshine list in Frontenac County in 2017. The list that details compensation for all public employees earning over $100,000 in Ontario once again included a hefty list of Frontenac County employees, a scattering from South Frontenac, one from North Frontenac, and none from Central Frontenac. Of the ninetteen Frontenac County employees on the list, thirteen work for Frontenac Paramedic Services. Four of them are advanced care paramedics, five are superintendents or supervisors, and three are in senior management, at the chief or deputy chief position. The director of care and the administrator of Fairmount Home are on the list, as are the managers of both the human resources and planning departments in county corporate office. The director of corporate services/treasurer and the

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County is highest paid on the list, by a substantial margin. In terms of taxable benefits, they are relatively low throughout the list, almost all are under or just over $1,000. In gender terms, men do better than women: there are 12 men are on the list and 7 women.

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ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING The Council of the Corporation of the Township of Addington Highlands intends to consider a Zoning By-law Amendment to Zoning By-law 0212/2006. Pursuant to Section 34(12) of the Planning Act (R.S.O. 1990), Council will hold a public meeting on April 19th 2018, to outline the content and effect of the Zoning By-law amendment, as well as showing the lands affected. All those interested are hereby invited to attend the public meeting and express their view on the Zoning By-law amendment. PURPOSE: A rezoning application (ZBLA-KCC-2018) was received from Kaladar Community Club to rezone a parcel of land legally described as Part of Lot 11, Concession 7, in the geographic Township of Kaladar and municipally described as 113047 Highway #7. The subject lands are the site of the Kaladar Community Centre. The proposal is to amend the zoning to permit a chip truck (mobile food truck) within the parking lot to the west of the community centre. The proposal may also require relief from parking requirements and other provisions of the by-law as necessary. The subject land is designated Hamlet in the Official Plan and is zoned Community Facility (CF). The Hamlet designation permits commercial uses which serve the residents of the hamlet and surrounding rural area. The CF Zone permits a number of uses but does not permit a chip truck (mobile food truck). The subject property would be rezoned to a sitespecific Community Facility (CF-2) Zone to permit the proposed use. EFFECT OF THE ZONING BY-LAW REQUEST: The Zoning By-law Amendment will allow a chip truck (mobile food truck) to operate on the subject property. The proposal may also require relief from parking requirements and other provisions of the by-law as necessary. LOCATION OF PROPERTY: The subject lands are legally described as Part of Lot 11, Concession 7, in the geographic Township of Kaladar and municipally described as 113047 Highway #7 (see Key Map). The subject lands are the site of the Kaladar Community Centre.

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Sunday April 1

GODFREY - BEDFORD JAM - CANCELED 1pm5pm. Bedford Hall. Canceled for Easter. Please join us on April 14th.

Tuesday April 3

SHARBOT LAKE - SHARBOT LAKE 39'ERS MEETING 12pm. North Frontenac Telephone Company. Pot Luck lunch at noon, followed by entertainment by Jessica Wedden, meeting will follow. Anyone 50 or more is welcome. Info - Shirley Crawford, 613-279-2990 or email dotdotfraser@ gmail.com

Wednesday April 4

BOLINGBROKE - LINE DANCING 3pm-4pm. Althorpe Bolingbroke Community Hall (ABC Hall). Line Dancing, 1st session for the season, including beginners. Contact Rhonda Aisbitt at (613) 885-8543 or rhondaaisbitt@hotmail.ca.

Thursday April 5

CLOYNE - SOUP'S ON 10am-1pm. Pine View Free Methodist Church. Join us for games, including shuffle board, air hockey, billiards, & various board games….followed by a soup, sandwich & refreshment lunch provided by the church. Info 613336-8100 (Sorry no child care available as of yet)

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HARROWSMITH - YOUTH DANCE 7pm-9:30pm. Golden Links Hall. 7 to 9:30 for public school children. $6.00 info call 372-2410 sponsored by the Odd Fellows & Rebekahs

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Sat Apr 7 – Sun Apr 8

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Sunday April 8

BATTERSEA - CHRIS MURPHY IN CONCERT 7pm10pm. Battersea United Church. AMAZING concert. As always, admission is by freewill offering. This event also includes free parking and refreshments. It's a fantastic evening of music and fellowship. Everyone welcome! HARROWSMITH - OLE TIME FIDDLERS 1pm-5pm. Golden Links Hall. followed by Ham dinner, $10, please bring a dessert to share. Info 613-372-2410. VERONA - RUSTIC CREATIONS BY JOANNE 2pm-5pm. Blue Roof Farm. Refreshments. 6313 First Lake road just north of Bell Rock. For info call 613- 374 -2147.

Tuesday April 10

CLOYNE - FAMILY NIGHT 5:30pm. Vennachar Free Methodist Church. Dinner is 5:30-6:15pm, followed by The Miracles of Jesus from 6-7pm, and Kids Club from 6-6:40pm. Everyone welcome! Info Pastor Laurie 613 479 2673. CLOYNE - FAMILY NIGHT 5:30pm. Vennachar Free Methodist Church. Dinner is 5:30-6:15pm, followed by The Miracles of Jesus from 6-7pm, and Kids Club from 6-6:40pm. Everyone welcome! Info Pastor Laurie 613 479 2673.

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VERONA - BEREAVED FAMILIES OF ONTARIO - H.E.L.P. After Suicide Support Group 6:30pm10:30am. Trinity United Church. For anyone who has lost a loved one to suicide; free event.

Regular Happenings

AA MEETINGS - SHARBOT LAKE, every Monday, 8 pm, United Church C.E. Bldg. AL-ANON: Hope & help for families of alcoholics, 12 weekly meetings in greater Kingston area. Please call 384-2134 for meeting information. We care. ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUPS: in Sydenham, last Wed. of month 6:30-8:30pm; in Sharbot Lake first Tuesday of month 1:00-2:30pm; www.alzheimer. ca/kfla ARDEN Community hall: LINE DANCING Mondays 9:30-10:30am; EUCHRE Tuesdays 7-10pm; TAI CHI Wednesdays 9:30am, CHILDREN’S READING REVIEW Wednesdays 2;30pm; KIDS KLUB Thursdays 5pm; sponsor: Rec. Committee; info 613335-3186 ARDEN LEGION: Sunday Darts 1pm; Wed & Fri Darts 7pm; Wed Cribbage 2pm; Thurs Euchre 7:30pm; Tuesday nail party 1pm. ARDEN SENIORS: meet at community hall 1st Tuesday each month, 11am business meeting then potluck lunch; info 613-335-3186 BABY TALK DROP-INS, Sharbot Lake, Child Centre, 3rd Monday of month, 10:30 - 11:30 am. Advice & information on infant & child care. 5491154, 1-800-267-7875 BINGO ■Flinton, Mondays, Rec Centre, doors open 6pm ■Griffith Denbigh-Griffith Lions Hall every 2nd Tues 6:30pm; ■Kaladar: Community Centre, Tuesdays, 7pm, doors open 6:15 pm ■Northbrook: Thursdays, Lions Club, 7pm, doors open 6 pm, sponsor: Land O’Lakes Lions ■Parham: Fridays, IOOF Hall, early-bird: 6:45 pm, sponsor: Mayflower Lodge. BOLINGBROKE - CPHC Diners Lunch- 4th Tuesday

Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday services in area churches Maundy Thursday - March 29

INVERARY - MAUNDY THURSDAY 7pm. Inverary United Church.RAILTON - MAUNDY THURSDAY 7:30pm. St. Patrick's Church. SHARBOT LAKE - MAUNDY THURSDAY 7am. St. James Major Church. SHARBOT LAKE - SEDER SUPPER 6pm. St. Andrew’s Anglican Church. Free will offering, reservations required, contact Liz at 613-3353750 SYDENHAM - MAUNDY THURSDAY 7pm. St. Paul's Anglican Church. 5:30pm Pot Luck, 7:00 worship service

Good Friday - March 30

ARDEN - CROSS WALK 2pm. Arden United Church. Departs from Matson Farm and proceeds to United Church, arriving at about 3pm. Service hosted by Glen Matson and Clearview. Refreshments. BATTERSEA - GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE 10am. Battersea United Church. FLINTON - COMMUNITY GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE 6:30pm. Flinton Recreation Centre. Hosted by Bethel Pentecostal, Harlowe Standard Wesleyn, Pineview Free Methodist & Through the Roof Ministry Centre Churches. (Refreshments will be served after the service) GODFREY - GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE 10am. Sacred Heart of Jesus Church. Way of the Cross 10am, Passion of the Lord 3pm. PARHAM - GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE 11am. Parham United Church. All welcome, info 613279-2245

PERTH ROAD - GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE 10am. Perth Road United Church. RAILTON - GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE 3pm. St. Patrick's Church. Easter Vigil 7pm SHARBOT LAKE - FRIDAY NIGHT SUPPER 3pm. Sharbot Lake Legion. Join us for cards and visiting, followed by Fish dinner at 5:30 SHARBOT LAKE - GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE 10am. St. James Major Church. Way of the Cross SHARBOT LAKE - PASSION WALK 8:30am. St. Andrew’s Anglican Church. All faiths welcome VERONA - GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE 10:30am. Verona Pentecostal Assembly. Joint service with Sharbot Lake, Battersea, and Marlbank Pentecostal Churches VERONA - GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE 9:15am. Trinity United Church

Holy Saturday - March 31

GODFREY - HOLY SATURDAY 7:30pm. Sacred Heart of Jesus Church.

Easter Sunday - April 1

ARDEN - EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE 10am. Arden United Church. CLOYNE - EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE 10:30am. Pine View Free Methodist Church. Sunrise breakfast at 9:30 am followed by Resurrection Worship Service at 10:45 am EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE 8:45am. EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE 8:30am. St.John's Anglican Church Sunbury. Easter Sunday Service 8:30am Holy Eucharist. GODFREY - EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE

8:45am. Sacred Heart of Jesus Church. GODFREY - EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE 10:30am. Cole Lake Free Methodist Church. HARROWSMITH - EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE 10am. Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church. Refreshments after the service MOUNTAIN GROVE - EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE 11:15am. Mountain Grove United Church. PERTH ROAD - EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE 10am. Perth Road United Church. Pot Luck Breakfast at 9am, service at 10am. All welcome RAILTON - EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE 10am. St. Patrick's Church. SHARBOT LAKE - EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE 11:15am. St. James Major Church. SHARBOT LAKE, ON - EASTER SERVICES 10:30am. Sharbot Lake Pentacostal Church. SON RISE SERVICE 6:30am. Big Clear Lake public beach SON RISE SERVICE 6:30am. Starts behind Simonett Building. Breakfast to follow at Maples. Services later in the morning at local churches SYDENHAM - EASTER SUNDAY 10am. St. Paul's Anglican Church. Holy Eucharist SYDENHAM - EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE 11am. Sydenham Holiness Church. VERONA - EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE 10:30am. Verona Pentecostal Assembly.

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THE FRONTENAC NEWS

OBITUARY

THOMPSON, Douglas Wayne

CALDWELL, William Brian of Horseshoe Lake, Arden, Ontario. December 22, 1950 - March 18, 2018. Died peacefully in his favourite spot, at the table by the big window looking out on the lake. Survived by his three children: Ian Caldwell (Natasha Webster), Mary Caldwell (Daniel Steinberg), David Caldwell (Julie Williams); three grandchildren: Viola, Liesl and Isabel "Ella"; two sisters: Gayle Caldwell and Kathyrn Lauzon (née Caldwell); sisterin-law: Dakshina Clark (née Compeau). Predeceased by his wife, Esther Dawn Caldwell (née Skidmore). Son of Francis Stitt (née O’Shaughnessy) (1924-2012) and William Caldwell (1928-1989), and brother of Victoria Caldwell (1958-1991). It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to a man who, throughout his lifetime, valued nothing more dearly than his loved ones. Brian was the ultimate adventurer, despite the quietness of his life in its final years. With his beloved wife Esther, he travelled the world at a young age, sharing with her a love of learning and exploring, documenting their travels in photographs and letters. Settling into a family life in Canada with three children and many cats through the years, Brian was a source of comfort and security for many around him, as well as being a link within the family as the frequent host of August family reunions and Thanksgiving gettogethers. The last decade saw too many losses for the extended family and for Brian in particular, most especially the losses of Esther and his mother, Fran, yet one could often still glimpse the same fun-loving, warm, and teasing person he always was. He had many hobbies throughout the years, although reading and spending time at the cottage remained the most important for him. His love of his immediate and extended family was always apparent, with a special affection for his sisters and his children and grandchildren. Photos of Ian, Mary, David, and the grandchildren Viola, Liesl, and Ella surrounded his favored seat in the cottage, and even in moments when his strength was lessened by his struggle with COPD, he always maintained his love and affection for others, often demonstrated in his own unique ways. He will be remembered fondly by family and friends, and sorely missed. We hope that he is reunited with Esther now, and enjoying peace and freedom from pain in his afterlife. Condolences and memories of Brian can be sent to his family via his daughter Mary at marychannencaldwell@gmail. com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lakefield Animal Welfare Society, the Gananoque & District Humane Society, or a charity of your choice.

1939 - 2018 Peacefully on his 79th Birthday, Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at the Fairmount Home. Beloved husband for almost 57 years of Elva Thompson (neé Voteary). Loving father of Marylynn. Survived by his siblings Dorothy (George), Keith (Peggy), Wendell (Evelyn) and Muriel (late Jim), brotherin-law Elwood Voteary (Betty Jean), sister-in-law Cora Voteary. Doug will always be remembered by his nieces, nephews other family and friends. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the staff of the Helen Henderson Care Home and the Fairmount Home. A Celebration of Life was held at the PINE GROVE COMMUNITY CHURCH (Free Methodist), on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at 2pm, family received friends between the hours of 1-2pm. Donations by cheque to the Pine Grove Community Church or the Parkinson’s Society was greatly appreciated. IN THE CARE OF Limestone Cremation Services 184 Wellington St., Kingston, ON K7L 3E4 613-507-5727

SHORTS, Dianna Elsie Rose

Suddenly at home on Sunday March 25, 2018 in her 66th year. Beloved wife of Ross Shorts. Dear mother of Kim Allen (Jamie), Nicole Shorts, Fred (Chantel). Sadly missed by grandchildren Maygan, Jennifer, Mitchell, Damian and Chyanne. Survived by her brothers and sisters. Following Dianna’s wishes cremation has taken place. Arrangements in care of Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham. Online condolences at goodfellowsfuneralhome.com

THOMPSON, Douglas Wayne

1939 - 2018 Peacefully on his 79th Birthday, Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at the Fairmount Home. Beloved husband for almost 57 years of Elva Thompson (neé Voteary). Loving father of Marylynn. Survived by his siblings Dorothy (George), Keith (Peggy), Wendell (Evelyn) and Muriel (late Jim), brother-in-law Elwood Voteary (Betty Jean), sister-in-law Cora Voteary. Doug will always be remembered by his nieces, nephews other family and friends. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the staff of the Helen Henderson Care Home and the Fairmount Home. A Celebration of Life was held at the PINE GROVE COMMUNITY CHURCH (Free Methodist), on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at 2pm, family received friends between the hours of 1-2pm. Donations by cheque to the Pine Grove Community Church or the Parkinson’s Society was greatly appreciated. IN THE CARE OF Limestone Cremation Services 184 Wellington St., Kingston, ON K7L 3E4 613-507-5727

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n Friday, fifteen North Addington students travelled to St Lawrence College to compete at the Limestone

District Skills Competition. This competition is based on the students’ proficiencies in various skilled trades and the following students showed their prowess. Jared Mieske competed in the Small Engines event, winning a silver medal for his knowledge of engine repair. Diana Weichenthal won a gold medal in the Prepared Speech competition for her speech on the Trades and Communication in a changing world. In the Graphic Design Presentation competition, Sarah Lax earned a silver med-

Card of Thanks Kirkwood

The family of Rita Kirkwood wish to acknowledge and say a sincere thank you to the numerous people who were so respectful and caring to our dear mother. A special thank you to the North Frontenac EFR team (Stan Sykes - Mom's guardian angel). Thank you to the ER doctors and nurses and the second floor nurses who took care of Mom during her many stays in hospital. Thank you, as well, to the CCAC nurses who visited and took care of Mom at home. You allowed her the dignity of staying at home, where she wanted to be. We also wish to acknowledge the various 911 paramedics who helped Mom over the course of the last year. Thank you all. To Dr. Jechel - a huge thank you for taking such wonderful care of Mom for all of these years. Thank you to Fr. Brian (St. John's - Perth), Fr. Paul (St. Killian's Ardoch) and Fr. Rod McNeil (St. Francis - Smiths Falls). Mom was a devout Catholic and your spiritual guidance and help meant a lot to her. Thank you also to the choir at St. John's, for such beautiful music at Mom's Funeral Mass. A heartfelt thank you to the staff at the Blair & Son Funeral Home for all of your help during this time of deep sadness. We thank you, one and all - Pat White, Marie, Charlie, and James Kirkwood For family and friends who are interested, a Mass of Interment will be held at St. Killian's in Ardoch on Mom's birthday, Thursday, June 28th, 2018 at 11 a.m. followed by a graveside service and a gathering to remember her, back home at her home in Canonto.

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al and Mackenzie Johnson won a bronze for their design work and presentation of their media campaign for Skills Ontario. Alexi Gray, Kara Rosein, Willow Lawrence and Rachel Cumming competed in the Photography Competition, completing a rigorous Photoshop test and photographing, then editing images of the skills competitions. Rachel Cumming won the silver medal. In the Graphic Design Studio Production event, Katrina Keller, Lainie Snider, Madison Lloyd, Bradley Kavanaugh-Sweeney, Devin Scott, Kaden Snider and Tyson Johnson competed in a gruelling six-hour task, designing and creating a logo and packaging for a new company. Lainie Snider won the gold medal, Madison Lloyd won silver and Katrina Keller won the bronze medal. Diana, Rachel and Lainie will go on to compete for Team Limestone at the Provincials in Toronto in May. Congratulations to the NAEC team for all of their hard work and dedication.

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IN MEMORIAM DONALD M. ANTOINE

May 20, 1922 - March 31, 2017 There is a link death cannot sever Love and remembrance last forever Love, Mimi and Family

Cooke, Violet

In loving memory of our Mother, Granny and Great-Granny, who left us 5 years ago April 1, 2013 It’s hard to forget someone; Who gave us so much to Remember Missing you today and everyday Will, Melody, Deb, Randy, Nancy, Steve; Grand-Children Jody, Jamie, Steven, Ben, Kristine & Ian, Katherine & Matt; Great-Grand-Children Kay, Lukas & Eva Violet In memory of

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James Gendron ~ 1952-2007

So much has changed since you’ve been gone, Through ups and downs our life moves on, But as time rolls by one thing remains true, We’ll always have our memories of you. Lovingly remembered, Mum & family

THE FRONTENAC NEWS

March 29, 2018

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RAFFLE WINNERS

The winner of the 50/50 draw at the Lions’ Community Breakfast on March 24, 2018 was Chris Parks.

SERVICES

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AUTOMOTIVE

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GARAGE SALES

SPYGLASS COVE opens April 1st, Easter Sunday and Monday, Clarendon, Hwy. 509. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 8am – 7pm, Open Sunday 2pm – 6pm. Blue Mountain Lily Pad, Large needle point pictures, collectibles, porcelain dolls, pine shelving, toys, cottage supplies, jewellery, hand crafted mystery novels, etc.

Renovations, Carpentry, Repairs, Painting & Roofing

Frontenac girls bring home gold & silver! F or the first time in more than 20 years, the Frontenac Fury Girls’ Hockey Association fielded two rep teams (playing under the Napanee Crunch association) for the 2017-2018 season – and each brought home hardware from their championship weekends. Both teams played in the Lower Lakes Female Hockey League against a mix of well-established teams from Bancroft, Ennismore, Otonabee, Cold Creek, Lindsay, Peterborough and West Northumberland. The Midget B team, which was originally a C rep team that was asked to move up to B rep, finished its regular season in third place in the East division. The team then battled through three rounds of playoffs beating the first-place team to become the East division champions. During the “Best of the Best” Championship Weekend in Etobicoke March 23-25, the Midget Bs faced fellow division winners and lost the bronze-medal game

by one goal. Taking fourth place among 40 teams during the team’s first year of rep is an amazing accomplishment. The Bantam C team finished the regular season in second place behind the Bancroft Jets, handing that team its only loss of the season near the end of the regular season. During the “Best of the Best” Championship Weekend in Etobicoke March 23-25, the Bantam Cs won handily over Otonobee and Peterborough in round-robin play to take them to the gold-medal game against division leaders Bancroft. After a hard fought three periods, the Bantam Cs came away with a silver medal! A great effort by a great group of girls, all but one of whom had previously only played house-league hockey. The Midget B and Bantam C teams would like to thank their bench staff, sponsors and families for all their encouragement and support. Girls hockey is alive and well in Frontenac!

Paul Gosse 613-335-4822 frontenachomeservices@gmail.com HANDYMAN, WILL REPLACE SINKS, taps, toilets, drywalling, any other jobs, cottage closures and carpentry. Please call Albert 613374-2079 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. 613-374-2851

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North Frontenac

Sleeping outside or in an unsafe dwelling?

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Please consider participating in a short anonymous survey which will help provide information on the extent of homelessness and housing vulnerability in the County of Frontenac and rural Kingston.

Relief Call-In Positions in Sharbot Lake Starting at $17.74 per hour Direct Support Professionals are required to cover shifts on an as-needed basis. This position will provide assistance to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Direct Support Professionals will demonstrate professional attributes and great leadership skills while providing support, recreation, life skills development to help facilitate personal outcomes. The Direct Support Professionals will provide flexible supports that are responsive to the needs of the person while promoting independence.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

By person or by phone: April 9-13 and 16-20 Sydenham

Southern Frontenac Community Services Corporation 4295 Stage Coach Rd., (613) 376-6477

Sharbot Lake

Rural Frontenac Community Services Corporation 1020 Elizabeth St., (613) 279-3151

Drivers’ license, Vulnerable Sector Check will be required. First Aid & CPR is an asset.

RKY Camp is looking to fill the following positions:

Kitchen Assistant & Maintenance Assistant Start as early as May 1st 2018. Interested applicants please send resumé & cover letter to director@rkycamp.org Any questions, call 613-375-6295

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The Province of Ontario has a goal to end chronic homelessness by 2025. In 2018 communities across Ontario will conduct surveys to help understand the extent and challenges associated with homelessness. All information will be collected anonymously and used to build capacity and create effective policy and programs.

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This veterinarian cares to the end

March 29, 2018

by Catherine Reynolds

eredith Galbraith is passionate about the humane and ethical treatment of animals. Speaking from a busy coffee shop in late March, the doctor of veterinarian medicine talks candidly about her work in Frontenac County to help pets transition comfortably into death. "We all want a purpose and I feel like the work I do is meaningful," she explains kindly. "With my help, pet owners can write the story that is right for them; the narrative of their pet’s life and of their life together. Endings matter because the life mattered." A veterinarian for the past 25 years, Dr. Galbraith offers a unique service. For a standard fee of $300 plus tax, (additional travel time or an out-of-hours call include additional fees) she will euthanize companion animals at home. She can also provide aftercare in the form of cremation for an additional fee. Accustomed to helping cats and dogs, Dr. Galbraith has provided end-of-life care for guinea pigs, rabbits, rats, ferrets and even chickens. "I started doing house calls 21 years Dr. Meredith Galbraith and friend ago," confirms the 59-year-old who opA regular visitor to the county to perform erates a Companion Animal Mobile ac- her services, Dr. Galbraith sees her work credited by the College of Veterinarians of as a way to ease an animal's pain and sufOntario. fering. The outcome tends to bring relief to "For the past five years, my focus has pet owners. been end-of-life care. The majority of it is "It's really rewarding for the owners" she in-home euthanasia, although more and says, citing cases of people grateful to see more people are contacting me for help their pets die calmly and peacefully in a fawith end-of-life decision making and pal- miliar environment. “How we as a society liative care." think of euthanasia is evolving. The word Describing her work as a specialized comes from the Greek meaning a good niche, Dr. Galbraith notes, "I personally death, but I think of what I do more as vetbelieve when a pet is at the end of its life, erinary aid-in-dying. When a pet’s body is unless it's an emergency, all pets should winding down and it is trying to die, I can stay at-home where they feel safe and se- help by making the dying gentler than it cure." otherwise might be."

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES There is a need for volunteers to support friends and neighbours in the following communities: Denbigh, Ompah, Henderson, Arden, Cloyne, Northbrook, Harlowe, Myers Cave, Plevna, Ardoch, Mountain Grove, Kaladar, Flinton

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Using the analogy of a target, she describes the perfect timing of a pet's death as the bullseye most owners want to hit. In reality, hitting the bullseye is nearly impossible, and if people wait too long they risk missing the target altogether. They risk a crisis which could involve unnecessary suffering and possibly a frantic trip to the emergency room in the middle of the night. "It can be bad," she explains about these scenarios. "With a little bit of guidance and knowledge, we bring that (timing) in to be good enough.” Describing her first euthanasia (as a new vet) as scary, Dr. Galbraith admits, "You go into vet school thinking you are there to save lives. But death is a natural part of life. Medicine doesn't save you from death. Ultimately we all die. It's just how. And the beautiful part is that by choosing the when of euthanasia you have a say in the how of how your beloved pet dies.” Seeing the comfort euthanasia at-home can bring pets and owners, Dr. Galbraith soon found her calling. "It became very clear it was important," she says about the service she considers a privilege to deliver. "I think I find it very meaningful work because I really believe in what I do. Every life winds down. In the right circumstances and right time, euthanasia is a gift." Pausing slightly, Dr. Galbraith sees the death of a pet as a tremendous loss that will always involve pain for the people they leave behind. She describes the process of grieving as less complicated if owners know they tried their best and helped their pet stay content, comfortable and happy to the end. "I think the grieving is purer," she ex-

plains. It's not as complicated, less regrets. It's a very emotional time. For many people, it's unnavigated territory." For people who have to make the decision to help their pet die, this service can be comforting, especially when a pet suffers from chronic pain or mobility issues. Saying that, Dr. Galbraith recognizes this service is not for everyone. "Some people don't want it in their home because it would be a sad place," she explains. "It's ok to say it's not the right fit." For people who want the service, it can be incredibly rewarding. "We take everything at the pet's pace. The pet just drifts away in its safe place, with its family at its side" says the vet. "To me, it feels like an intimate moment in a relationship and less like a necessary procedure in a clinic. Being present at the end is very important for people. It's kind of like loving them out of this world." Many pet owners thank the doctor with a hug. "It's not uncommon to feel relief," she says about people's reaction when an animal is relieved of pain caused by disease or age. "People usually have a lot of anxiety (with the death of their pet). I can guide them through it. "The other part is, I feel good for the pet," she says softly. Recently trained in animal hospice and palliative care, Dr. Galbraith has broadened the scope of her work to care for animals dying at home. "People don't know what end-of-life can look like," she says. “When they get that bad news, I can meet the animal and help owners decide on a home care plan that prioritizes quality-of-life and recognizing and responding to their pet’s changing needs. I can help before the quality-of-life deteriorates." Dr. Galbraith describes hospice and palliative care as a very holistic approach that allows owners to explore comfort & safety options and choose those that feel right to them based on their personal philosophy of care. "There's a lot of geriatric animals that have a number of problems that impact their quality-of-life. I almost always feel I can make it better," she confirms. "This is why I feel like it's an honour to do what I do." Dr. Meredith Galbraith is the proud owner of five doges & two cats and the mother of a blended family of six children. She can be reached at 613-549-6226 or meredith@housecallsforpets..ca

1,200 eggs in Plevna

he Clarendon and Miller Community Volunteers are hiding 1,200 Easter Eggs in the Clar Mill hall for their 6th annual family Easter Egg Hunt. There will be prizes and games and a lot of egg hunting going on. It all starts at 10am on Saturday, the 31st. Bring an Easter Basket.

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Wintergreen celebrates spring equinox with Labyrinth walk

hey welcomed spring and the changing of the seasons at Wintergreen Studios last Friday night with a Labyrinth walk. For those unfamiliar with the Labyrinth, the original term comes from Greek mythology, where it was an underground maze of sorts that housed the half-man, halfbull Minotaur. During the Renaissance, similar structures became popular in English gardens and remains so today. But, the Wintergreen Labyrinth is not a maze, as director Rena Upitis explained. “In a maze, you get lost,” she said. “In a labyrinth, you find yourself.” “It’s walking meditation,” said program director Monica Capovilla. “You walk the perimeter to get your bearings and then you enter and walk at your own pace. “It’s not prescribed, you see how your body will react. “And you meet people.” This is the third Labyrinth walk Wintergreen has hosted. They correspond to the solstices and equinoxes. “It was built last July,” Capovilla said. “We walked in our bare feet in the fall and by candlelight in the winter.

The Labyrinth at Wintergreen Studios got a spring equinox workout last Friday night. Photo/Craig Bakay

“It’s always a different experience.” (Technically, the equinox was on the previous Tuesday but “that didn’t really work with out schedule,” Capovilla joked.)

by Craig Bakay

The Labyrinth itself is a circular pattern (Minoan C pattern for this one) delineated by rocks. Appropriately for the spring season, one half was snow-covered while the other was not. It took 16 minutes for the first person to complete and 20 minutes for the last person to emerge. “It’s such a blend of people,” said Upitis. “Everyone here knew at least one person and everyone met at least one new person.” And everyone seemed to get something different out the experience. Nobody said a word while they were in the Labyrinth but just about everybody had something to say afterward. “It took me 90 per cent of it to let go,” said Marta Straznicky. “I’m amazed at how much walking you can do in such a short space,” said another lady. “I want one in my back yard.” Another lady put some soil from Ireland in the centre. “I found I was breathing differently on the longer stretches,” she said.

TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC LIVING HERE

TOWN HALL

PRIVATE LANE UPGRADING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM The deadline for applications for the 2018 Private Lane Assistance Program is June 8, 2018. Application forms and details available on the Township website – see Living Here/Road and Parking/Public Road/Private Lane Standards. CHANGES TO GARBAGE COLLECTION – EASTER WEEKEND Regularly scheduled garbage collection for Friday, March 30th will be picked up on Saturday, March 31st. Monday’s regular collection will be picked up on Tuesday, April 3rd. There are NO other changes to the garbage collection schedule. There are NO changes to recycling collection over this holiday. The Green Bay Waste Disposal Site will be closed on Friday, March 30th and the Loughborough Waste Disposal Site will be closed on Monday, April 2nd. Wishing you all a safe and joyful Easter. WITH SPRING COMES THOSE PESKY CROWS! If it’s not the neighborhood dogs and cats having a smorgasbord on garbage day, then it’s the crows and ravens coming to taste what goodies you have discarded! Foil these airborne nuisances by either putting your tagged garbage bags in a garbage container or simply throw an old blanket or piece of carpet over the bag(s). Just ensure the collectors are still able to determine that there is garbage to be collected so keep it visible. Remember that the collection workers are not required to clean up garbage from ripped bags or strewn recycling. Remember – This is our Township, our Home, Let’s Keep It Beautiful! Pitch In Canada, April 22 – 29, 2018 LOAD RESTRICTIONS – MARCH 1, 2018 TO MAY 1, 2018 In accordance with the Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O.1990. Ch. H. 8, Section 122, residents are reminded that all roads within South Frontenac are subject to restricted loads. The restriction is that no axle of any commercial vehicle shall transmit to the road, a weight in excess of 5000 kilograms. This action is necessary for the protection of roads in South Frontenac. SUMMER HOURS, HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DEPOT The depot will be open EVERY Thursday beginning on April 5, 2018 from 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm. 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.

UPCOMING MEETINGS • Council – April 3, 2018 • Committee of the Whole Meeting – April 10, 2018 • Committee of Adjustment – April 12, 2018 VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION – NOMINATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED Nominations for the 2017 Volunteer Recognition are now being accepted. Deadline for submitting is May 14, 2018. Nomination forms and detailed instructions can be found on the website – Town Hall – Volunteer Recognition. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL- TR18-01 – INVESTMENT SERVICES Sealed submissions must be received by 1:00 pm on April 13, 2018, Attention: Wayne Orr, CAO, 4432 George St, Sydenham ON, K0H 2T0, clearly marked with the appropriate RFP #. Official forms detailing the general specifications and requirements maybe downloaded from the BIDDINGO.COM website or from the Township website.

News & Public Notices OUR RECREATION DEPARTMENT HAS MOVED! The South Frontenac Recreation Department is now located at our 2490 Keeley Road site. Contact information and phone numbers remain the same. See “Things To Do” for more information about registration Interim Tax Notices Interim Tax Notices have been issued to all property owners beginning March 1, 2018. The Interim Tax notice amount is based on 35% of the annualized 2017 tax rate and assessment value. The 2018 assessment values will be reflected on the Final Tax Notice issued in June 2018. If you haven’t received your Interim Tax Notice by March 15, 2018 you should contact the Tax Department at 613-376-3027 Ext. 2200 or email us at taxes@southfrontenac.net.

Tax Sale Changes

Open for Business ATTENTION VENDORS – SIGN UP FOR NOTIFICATION OF TENDERS AND RFP’S Check out the new feature on our website – Town Hall/Tenders, sign up for email notifications when tenders and request for proposals are issued or amended.

THINGS TO DO FRONTENAC COMMUNITY ARENA The Frontenac Community Arena is now closed for the season. A big thank you to all of our teams, coaches and patrons for a successful season. See you in the Fall and remember we are available for Summer event bookings. Contact us at 613-374-2177, frontenac.arena@bellnet.ca or @Frontenac_Arena, frontenacarena.com SWIM & DAY CAMP REGISTRATION On-line registration will be available at the beginning of May. In person registration can also be done at that time at the NEW location for Recreation – 2490 Keeley Road. Keep an eye on our website for further information. RECREATION AND ACTIVITY GUIDE The 2018 Recreation and Activity Guide is now available on–line. See Things To Do/Recreation Activities on the website.

LIBRARY HOURS Hartington Branch (located at 5597 Road 38 in the Princess Anne Community Centre). Monday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 pm. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 pm. to 8:00 p.m. Saturday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Phone #: 613-372-2524 Kingston Frontenac Public Library (located at 130 Johnson St. Kingston) Several locations and hours to serve you Visit www kfpi.ca/hours-and-locations

Storrington Branch (located at 3910 Battersea Road) Tuesday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Saturday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Phone #: 613-353-6333 Sydenham Branch 4412 Wheatley St, Sydenham Monday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Phone #: 613-376-3437

2018 Municipal Election News So You Want to Run for Council?

Attend the candidate information workshop on April 30, 2018 at 7:00 pm at Soldiers Memorial hall, 1107 Garret St, Sharbot Lake. This is a free event and no registration required. This workshop is s a joint initiative sponsored by the Townships of Frontenac Islands, Central Frontenac, North Frontenac and South Frontenac. See website – Town Hall/2018 Municipal Election for more details.

Please note that legislation has changed impacting the timing of our tax sale process. Previously, any properties 3 years in arrears as of January 1st would fall under our tax sale property process. Under new legislation, this process can now begin after 2 years of arrears. The Township will not be implementing this change until January 1, 2019 to provide notice to its property owners that may be affected. As of 2019, if a property has arrears for 2017 and 2018, it would fall under the tax sale property process as outlined in the Township’s Tax Sale policy. For further information or questions, contact Treasury at 613-376-3027 Ext. 2200 or taxes@southfrontenac.net

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Spring is coming, time to buy new seed and get planting by Jeff Green

ardeners know that when the days grow longer, the gardening season can’t be far behind, even if the air is still chilled and the ground is persistently frozen. The garden will remain a no-go zone when the ground thaws until it dries up enough that the soil crumbles in the hand like chocolate cake. But it is already high time to plant seeds indoors, and it is also time to purchase new seed. Buying seed from plants grown in the same region where the seeds will be planted has always been a good strategy for gardeners, and we are lucky in this region that we have three seed companies, Mountain Grove Seed Company in Central Frontenac, Bear Roots in downtown Verona, and Kitchen Table Seed House from Wolfe Island. Two of them have their catalogues up online, at Mountaingroveseed.ca and kitchentableseedhouse. ca and while Bear Roots website is under renovation just email us at Frontenacnews.ca and we’ll send it to you. We all have our own reasons to plant different things, from flowers to herbs to vegetables. When looking at seed catalogues, there are factors such as how long between planting and harvest that we take into account, the size of the plant, etc., but the main attraction is less rational than that. Based on the description and picture of the flower, we wonder; can we see it in our own garden, can we imagine the aroma. For vegetables and herbs, can we taste them. Using these highly subjective criteria, here are four of our recommendations from each of the local seed companies. Here goes; from north to south, starting with Mountain Grove Seed Company. 1. Bean Contesse du Chambord – “very thin, long, green filet bean” - I love filet beans, straight off the vine, or steamed just until the skin darkens, then coated with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and chopped garlic, or with a melted pad of butter.

Dawn Morden of Mountain Grove Seed Company 2. Brocolli Raab, Rapini – not too many vegetables have a fairy tale named after them like Rapini. Sweet and bitter in turn, rapini is a staple in Italian cooking.

3. Peas - Champion of England. Peas can be planted early, next month, and often. Shelling peas takes time, but they are worth it. Eat them steamed with butter or in a curry with new potatoes. 4. Black Krim Tomatoes – Sweeter than sweet, and they do very well in conditions North of 7. Bear Root Gardens 1. Yakumo Snow Pea. Planted early and trained up a simple trellis, snow peas really do taste best when you eat them on the spot. When cooking with them, take care not to put them into any other dish until the very end. They can’t be under - cooked but are easily overcooked. 2. Red Rocket – Love those tiny, hot peppers 3. Aunt Molly’s Ground Cherry. A fruit that comes in its own package, tastes like nothing else when eaten fresh, and makes a jam that is better than marmalade. 4. Tobolsk. An orange beef steak tomato from Russia. What more can you say. Kitchen Table Seed House 1. Velvet Queen Sunflower – a large headed maroon coloured sunflower on 5-7 foot stalks. I’ve never seen them except in the catalog but I’d like to. 2. Rosita Eggplant – Our long summers mean that eggplants can grow anywhere in Frontenac County. These look tender and mild. Garden eggplants have a flavour and texture you cannot find in the grocery store 3. Jester Lettuce. We really liked this one last summer as it was delicious and slow to bolt. Our summer planting lasted right through to frost (and frost was very late last fall – mid November) 4. Napoli Paste Tomato and Genovese Basil. Kind of cheating in a 5th selection by putting two together here, but every garden needs Basil and Paste tomatoes for tomato sauce and pesto. I feel the warm sun beating down already.

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Visit Bear Root Gardens at the Plant & Seed Sale in Westport on April 7

Get your Kitchen Table Seed House seeds at Fargo’s on Wolfe Island

Root Radical on Howe Island www.rootradicalrows.com

Freedom Farm in Battersea www.freedom-farm.ca