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By Daniel Geleyn haron Maitland, who has a cottage on Buck Lake, has taken the initiative to pick up garbage along Perth Road to improve her community and environment.

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Maitland and her husband, who still have their house in Ottawa, have owned their property on Buck Lake for the last 10 years.

“It’s just a cottage really but because of COVID, I have been here permanently for the last year,” says Maitland.

“It’s winterized and this is where I want to be.”

The small community on Norman Lane on Buck Lake used to be 70 per cent cottagers but more people are living there full-time now, especially now because of COVID-19.

Maitland says that her lane is really free of garbage as people living in her neighbourhood are quite good. But Perth Road, also known as Highway 10, is a different story and she refers to the garbage there as weed in a garden, there’s more of it every day.

“I’ve been concentrating on Highway 10, I’ve been widening my territory and I do almost all of it by foot,” she says. “I’m now going from Clear Lake Road all the way to Hidden Valley.” That’s a stretch of Perth Road that is almost nine kilometres long.

Most of the garbage she picks up along the road is recyclable, like cans, water bottles and coffee cups, and Maitland invests her time not only in picking up the garbage but also sorts it out for the regular recycling pick-up.

“I don’t understand, there are garbage cans everywhere, it makes no sense,” she says. “They should be teaching that type of responsibility more in schools,” she

adds.

But Maitland’s efforts have certainly had a positive impact in her neighbourhood.

Jana Johnson, one of Maitland’s neighbours and a 15year resident of the Buck Lake area, was so impressed

by Maitland’s efforts that after hearing about the Good Neighbour project on CBC, she thought ‘I have a good neighbour.’

In her efforts to promote the good work being done by Maitland, Johnson shared her story on social media, including community pages for Buck Lake and Perth Road villagers.

“I though it was important to share her story on social media in our community because I figured those are the people who would see Sharon on a regular basis. Not only that they could recognize her with a friendly wave but also that she could recognize that her efforts are being valued because I’m sure it feels very thankless,” says Johnson.

Johnson is also committed to reducing garbage in her own daily life. She made a personal commitment to not take out paper coffee cups, even if it means not getting a coffee if she does not have her own reusable cup with her.

“I work from home because of COVID now, but when I drove to work, I can honestly say that there has never been a day when I didn’t see fresh garbage of fast food containers, and it’s shocking,” says Johnson.

Johnson and her husband have even gone as far as following cars when they saw the passengers throwing garbage out of their windows and giving the garbage back to

Sharon Maitland, left, and Jana Johnson, picking up garbage on the side of Perth Road at Norman Lane.

the people saying ‘I think you dropped this’. Sometimes shaming people is the most effective way.

If you happen to see Maitland along Perth Road picking up garbage, let her know you appreciate what she does for our community. And if you have some time, join her efforts by cleaning up your own neighbourhood, every little bit helps to keep our environment and our beautiful area clean.

Even more important, pass the word that disposing of garbage on our roads is just not acceptable. ■

10-15 New Cases Per Day Expected In KFL&A Prioritising vaccine for hotspots in the GTA is appropriate - Public Health

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t the tail end of a press briefing late last week, just before new province-wide restrictions were announced, KFL&A Medical Officer of health, Kieran Moore, said that he expects to see a steady stream of new cases in the region, on most days, for some time to come.

And he said that the cases are coming from across the region now.

“I expect to see 10-15 cases per day for at least the next week or so. And, we are no longer seeing cases centred around Queen’s University, like we were a week ago”, he said, “they are spread out in communities across the region, in Amherstview, Napanee and many other communities as well. The variant that is in our communities now is very difficult to manage.”

While the new case rate dropped to 6 in KFL&A on Friday (April 16), it increased by 14, 13, and 14 respectively for the next three days, exactly in line with what was predicted by Dr. Moore.

On Monday, April 19, KFLAPH put up a video pointing out that of the 93 active cases being monitored by them, the entire region is included. There are active cases being monitored in Cloyne, Flinton, Mountain Grove, Sharbot Lake, Verona, Inverary, and Harrowsmith.

“Even with one dose of vaccine for our elderly, these communities are still at risk. What we are finding, when we investigate these cases, is that there are still too many social activities going on. There are dinner parties, birthday parties, and bonfires that have occurred. When you don’t wear your mask, the risk of transmission goes up significantly.

And that’s what’s occurring across our community. We all have to stay within our household. We all have to reduce

the number of social contacts we have,” said Doctor Moore in the video.

The total case rate for the entire pandemic in parts of Frontenac County is near or higher than the rate in Kingston, on a population basis. The case rate in Central Frontenac is the highest in the region, 120% compared to the rate in Kingston, whereas South Frontenac had 60% of the Kingston rate. With only 2 cases throughout the entire pandemic, North Frontenac’s rate is only 15% of the Kingston rate.

As of Monday, KFL&A had 94 active cases, 38 within the previous 7 days, and a positive testing rate of 1.16%, which would put the region in the Orange zone, if a province wide stay at home order were not in place.

The region is still in a much better place than most of the rest of Ontario.

Dr. Moore said that KFL&A has “one of the lowest case rates in Southern Ontario, and one of the highest vaccination rates. It is appropriate, therefore, for the Province to target vaccination at COVID hot spots that are having a much more difficult time than we are in KFL&A” There will be a decrease in the base amount of Pfizer vaccine, coming to the region, over the next few weeks, but the vaccine supply will remain steady, Moore said.

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“We will be receiving 3,500 doses per week, down by over 1,000 doses,” he said. “But we have made sure that our supply is ensured before booking any appointments at our mass vaccination clinics, so we will not have to cancel any appointments,” he said.

The supply will be enough to cover clinics organised at primary clinics and family health teams such as ones that have been running biweekly in Sharbot Lake and Northbrook, he confirmed.

At the same time, supplies of AstraZeneca vaccines have

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outh Frontenac Council had plenty of comments following the presentation of the proposed new branding concept, most of them focussing on the proposed logo, at their committee of the whole meeting on April 13.

(see the article on the logo in last weeks paper or on Frontenacnews.ca for details about the logo and branding) Here are some of the comments Councillor Roberts said, “I don’t see a lot of change; this is no better than what we have.”

Councillor Sleeth said “How do we explain this logo to the average person?”, to which Mayor Vandewal responded, “I showed the logo to a 30-year old, who understood it.”

The presenter responded that often, although the details of a symbol itself may not be understood, the logo itself becomes recognized: “the main goal is to give a sense of vibrance, connection to nature.”

Councillor Sutherland said he got the feel of a rural area.

Councillor Leonard agreed with Sleeth, but liked how the

logo emphasises "South" over “Frontenac.”

Mayor Vandewal said he felt the whole presentation was “A bit too wholesome and passive”, with its emphasis on rambling along trails, but added that eventually the logo would become recognized as representing South Frontenac: “This is more modern, not just a Charley Brown tree standing there.”

Councillor Revill said, “We don’t have to like the logo, just need to be able to recognize it.”, and Councillor Ruttan said “It will provide South Frontenac with publicity.”

Councillor Morey was the most enthusiastic. “It’s progressive, I like it; there must be 50 other logos across Ontario with pictures of trees and water.” He said, and the Sutherland said he likes the logo.

Mayor Vandewal asked; “Where do we go from here? We have to be willing to commit to a new logo. This will be expensive, and we don’t want a split down the middle, if we’re going to move forward.” CAO Carbone said changing over to a new logo should not be too expensive: they would reuse existing signs, and it’s relatively easy to change decals on vehicles.

Revill commented that this was not the first-time logos had been changed, and probably not the last. Roberts said he didn’t like the cost, but “after listening to the other Councillors, I can go with it. I remember nobody liked the Newfound-

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Mayor Vandewal said, concluding the debate - “No matter what we do, some people will call it a stupid waste of money, but I think the younger generation will accept it.”

Carbone said he would tak the presentation back for some adjustments, and Council agreed to accept the new branding concept. It came for a final vote at the formal council meeting this week, on April 20 Annual Update on Waste Disposal Sites Stephanie Reeder, of Cambium Inc. gave the annual review of the Township’s waste sites. She reported no complaints or incidents, and said all transfer stations and closed sites had been well maintained: some ongoing litter clean-up was necessary around the peripheries of active sites. There has been a “substantial overall drop in fill rates (2013 was 8000 cubic metres/year, compared to 2020’s 3000 cubic metres/year)”.

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All Things Considered, That Wasn’t So Bad At All

By Craig Bakay ’ve never really considered myself part of any herd except maybe hippies and rock’n’roll musicians but when it comes to being part of the covid herd immunity thing, I’m in.

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My beloved daughter Meggie will be relieved to know that I got my first covid shot Monday. I plan to be there Aug. 9 for the second dose as well.

The Sharbot Lake Family Health Team has this stuff down now and the whole thing was pretty much an in-and-out operation. Former fire chief Bill Young told me where to park, our Mayor Frances Smith told me where to go and even when to sit (there are times when being naturally bossy comes in handy) and Dr. (Peter) Bell gave me the shot. Turns out he’s pretty good at it, just a slight prick that lasted a nanosecond and there wasn’t even any blood. I’m guessing he’s done this before. All in all a very efficient operation.

For the record, I’m 66 and we all got the Moderna vaccine.

Now I don’t like needles but it’s more the concept that concerns me, not so much the actual getting stuck. Although, there was this one time . . .

I was down at Fairmount Home getting pictures of residents getting flu shots when Director of Care Mary Lake decided I should get one too. After several minutes of her bullying and questioning my manhood, I finally

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acquiesced and took off my jacket. And then Wham! It was like a yellowjacket defending a nest. And then, while I can’t prove it, I’m pretty sure she twisted the needle around in there. It was probably payback for something I wrote that she was getting revenge for.

I love Mary, she’s a sweetheart. Just don’t let her near you if she’s got a needle in her hand.

I even inquired if she was volunteering at this clinic before entering. She wasn’t.

But all that aside, cudos to the health team and their volunteers for a well-planned and well-run operation.

I have a few friends that are somewhat on the fence about the vaccine shot. Don’t be.

Vaccines have been around at least since 1796 when Edward Jenner used cowpox material to create immunity to smallpox and they’ve pretty much got it all figured out by now. (BTW, the CDC doctor in the Walking Dead episode 1-6, TS-19 was named Edwin Jenner. Just a little apocalyptic trivia there.)

At any rate, it certainly seems that the only way we’re going to get out of this covid mess is through vaccination and ‘herd immunity.’

Like everyone else, I’m suffering from covid fatigue and I want to get back to jamming with my friends. I’m not much for restaurants but I’d certainly like to go to the comic book store and spend an hour or so in a guitar shop. I’d like to cover a bake sale (I’ve said many times that the best bakers on the planet live in Frontenac County). Hell, I’d like to cover anything at this point.

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Our intrepid reporter takes one (covid shot) for the team from Dr. Peter Bell at the Sharbot Lake Fire Hall Monday.

And I’d like to do all of the aforementioned body vaccinated with all due haste. It would without having to wear a damned mask. I be nice if we could spend Christmas with our wear one, but I don’t like it at all. friends and families this year. ■ Here’s hoping we can get just about every-

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begun to flow into pharmacies within the region at a faster rate. The 24 pharmacies, including 3 in Frontenac County (the Inverary, Harrowsmith and Sharbot Lake Pharmasave stores), and 1 in Addington Highlands (Northbrook Guardian pharmacy), all received 300 doses and began administering them on Saturday (April 17).

As of Tuesday (April 20), anyone who is 40 or over (born in 1981 or earlier), became eligible for the pharmacy and primary care clinic-based roll-out of AstraZeneca vaccine, opening up a large new cohort to be vaccinated. People in that age group are encouraged to sign up through the pharmacy tab on the Ontario.ca website.

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• Sympathy to the families of Suzanne McGregor on her passing, also to the families of Glen Stinson of Long Lake area, to the families of Oliver Clow and to the passing of Bruce Geddes.

• Birthday greetings to Melanie Kehoe, Jerry Dunham, Debbie Richardson, Gary Hawley - 90 years, Tomas Gray, Elena Larmon, Judi Fox, Stephanie Gammon, Don Gollogly, Trillium Meyers, Rachel Millar, Gracie Hartwick, Frances Prosser, and anyone else. Please phone me of your event.

• Happy anniversary to Basil and Ella on their special day.

• We were lucky to receive our second vaccine so quickly. after having the first one, a few complained of a sore arm, afterwards but it was worth it.

• The cases are getting higher and we must still practice safety.

I realize the stress people are feeling to be locked down.

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• Happy Earth Day- today, April 22. Please try to do your part to help preserve it for the next generations to come.

• What a pleasure to go by the home of Eric & Muriel Wagar and see their beautiful array of daffodils. April showers have sure got flowers blooming and grass greening up.

• Sorry to hear of the passing of Suzanne (McGregor/Wilson) Gorr. Suzanne was such a rock of support to a lot of folks going through tough times - us included, when Michael had his ski-doo accident.

• Thinking also of the family of the late Glenn Stinson, a kind and gentle man. He was a former President of the Parham

Fair. He also drove the bus for the Seniors and Lions CLub, and always got them there and back safely. One trip to view the Christmas lights at Upper Canada Village was pretty rough when we encountered freezing rain on the way home. Glenn was totally in control of the whole situation. Also condolences to the families of Vietta McInnes, Reverand Bruce Geddes and Herb Clow. Please keep all these families in your thoughts and prayers.

• Remember...There is only one you and that is pretty special.

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• Due to the recent stay home order extended til at least May 20th, we will be continuing to have podcasts only. For the podcast, please tune in from home at 10:00am Sundays on the Perth Road United Church website at: www.pruc.ca.

• This is my chat with Rev. Dr. Peter Bartlett and his wife, Maureen, who have been very busy during the pandemic, Peter with his dual virtual ministries here at Perth Road United Church and St. Andrew’s United Church in Sioux Lookout, and Maureen who is Vice Principal at Sydenham High School. She has been working at the school since September and says: “even when we’ve been in a virtual situation like in January, I would have been in school most days because of our special education class rooms.

Our students are in full time special education classes and are permitted to attend school because they are the most vulnerable.”

• On the home front, Peter tells me, “We’ve just enjoyed a lovely dinner of smoked pork ribs. We celebrated our birthdays, mine in July and Maureen’s in September, and with the encouragement of our son who has a smoker said you should try this. So our birthday gift to one another was a smoker, and throughout the course of the pandemic we’ve been honing our skills at becoming experts on the grill. Maureen’s job has been to make the rubs and marinades.” Maureen adds, “And Peter is the smoker. He has a minister friend in Virginia who has a wagon he calls the Redemption Barbeque and has inspired Peter with his recipes.”

Peter says, “He calls me his BBQ Minister. I anticipate when we get back to in-person gathering, there will be samples at the pot luck gatherings.”

• Maureen likes to resurrect old furniture and is just finishing off a small table. She has also picked up a couple of pieces for future work. She says, “I find this very satisfying. I remember reading early in the pandemic about the 4 M’s of good mental health, and one of them is Mastery, learning a new skill or improving on an existing one.

• Peter and Maureen regularly keep in touch with family through Facetime and Zoom. Maureen says, “We did see our children during the summer last year, they were able to come and be on the property here.” Peter adds, “Our younger son is also a bit of a woodworker and showed Maureen some tricks of the trade on the use of the table saw. We’ve both really had a very fulfilling year.

• I thought it prudent to share the article that Maureen read about ‘The 4Ms of Mental Health’, how to manage high stress.

Psychiatrist Sue Varma suggest that during a time of high stress, it’s important to focus on “the four M’s of mental health – Mindfulness, Mastery, Movement and Meaningful engagement.”

• Seems apt right now.

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• Movement - yes, we have to move! Outside, go for walks, go to the bush, the beach, the garden, use a hammer, fix a car? Or perhaps you exercise - cycle, run, walk, swim? And could include a more conceptual form of movement in time and space.

• Any particular activity could include all four elements, but not necessarily all at once.

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• With the extension of the emergency lock down, many are feeling the fatigue. All are affected in different ways, but please stay vigilant for a little while longer so we can all enjoy the summer.

• The turtles are now on the move. Don’t disturb nesting females and if you are going to assist them crossing the road, make sure it’s in the direction they were headed.

• If you missed the virtual Cottage Show, you can still visit the site until May 31. Topics include cottage rental, boat and cottage safety, as well as other related features. Visit the F.O.C.A website for information.

• Drove by Sylvain & Lynndell’s Gala Pit Stop and it sure looks like opening day will be soon.

• Good wishes are sent to all of those suffering through an illness or injury, and happy belated birthday to Emerson Chatwin.

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• A very happy belated birthday to Mom! No, not as old as dirt.

But that is, indeed, what she wanted again this year. So we went and got a whole trailer full of dirt from Sydenham Landscaping.

Happy birthday and happy gardening, Ma! Love from the whole family!

• Good luck to all the spring turkey hunters out there! The jakes and toms have been strutting their stuff for the last few weeks, a sure sign of the changing season. Happy hunting!

• Safe and well wishes to everyone as we live with tighter public heath measures for the next few weeks. I was really looking forward to driveway beers with friends and neighbours now that the weather is getting warmer. That'll have to wait until it’s more safe to do so.

• Did you know that the community of Storrington has a very informative email thread hosted by our very own Catherine Reynolds? The blasts are frequent enough for you to stay informed, but not so much that your inbox gets spammed… It’s a perfect balance! Please email or call me and I can get you in touch with Catherine to start receiving the email updates.

• Please connect with me if you would like something in our Battersea/ Storrington column. All things welcome (space permitted, of course). Favourite recipes, birthdays or anniversaries, shout out to your neighbour. Anything at all! Send ‘em my way.

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CLOYNE - Northbrook Nancy Skipper noahsark444@bell.net • Congratulations to Stephanie and Michael! You did it; you opened a new business during the COVID 19 virus and it is one year later and you are going strong • Finnegan’s General Store is proud to announce the addition of another artisan selling their creations. Please welcome Lisa Tully to the store with her beautiful stained glass pieces. Inquire in- store for pricing.

• Fitness classes are available online through Zoom with TerriLynn Storms, Canfit Pro fitness specialist who is offering a wide variety of classes including Ladies Fit and Fun, running Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 9:00 a.m.; Men’s Huff and Puff running Tuesday and Thursday at 10:15; Sit and Fit for anyone with mobility issues or just starting out in fitness running Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays at 10:15. All classes are for all ages with anyone joining on a regular basis or dropping in when you can. During this next 3rd wave of the virus it very important for everyone to get active and social for both physical and mental health. For more information call 613-847-6666 or email terbob8@hotmail.com • Mike’s Small Engine Repair business has been in our community for quite some time now. They are pleased to share they can now be found on Facebook. “Hello this is our first time trying out a Facebook page so please bear with us. This is so it will make it easier for everyone to find information and ask questions needed or to get hold of Mike or Adam. Thanks again everyone.”

• For the next while as we are under a stay-at-home order, please remember to shop local, eat local, and stay local. It is up to each one of us to do our part in keeping the virus and its variants away from the beautiful Land O’Lakes are.

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• An outdoor service for Gary Warlich will be held May 1st at 1 o’clock, at the United Church yard in Denbigh. COVID-19 precautions will be taken. The family plans to have markers 6 feet apart and hand sanitizer so people can safely distance while wearing masks, 10 or less at a time or even to drive up and park on the sidewalk along Bridge Street beside the cemetery yard.

Anyone who cared for him is more than welcome to come and safely pay their respects.

• Thanks to the Grain Farmers of Ontario, the Denbigh library has free seed planting kits. The kits are designed to educate grade school children where their food comes from, the types of grains grown in Ontario and how plants grow. Call the Denbigh library at 613 333 1426 to request your seed kit for curb-side pickup. A great activity to do this time of year!

• A rainy day in store? Puzzles are a great way to pass the time, and the library has a number of them for borrowing.

• The Denbigh Food Bank will be open Tuesday, April 27th.

Pick up time is 11am at the Addington Highlands Community Centre. COVID rules in place. Food Bank dates are the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month. Contact Gail at 613 333 2224 in advance.

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• Birthday greeting are flying over to John Jarvis’ home (Monday, 19th). He will be turning 85 years young.

• Logan Mieske turned ‘sweet 16’ on Saturday, April 17. Happy belated birthday to you both, and many more sweet days ahead.

• There will be lots of excitement, streamers and balloons flying, maybe a little glass of champagne (neighbours) on April 27. The occasion, 47 years of marriage, goes to Ken and Joanne Cuddy.

Happy, happy anniversary. Many more years to come for a great couple.

• Judy Gray celebrated 50 years last month to Russell. Now Jo-Anne (her sister) this month to Ken. How nice and sweet for Harlowe.

• Here, George and I are too old (late bloomers) nearly too old to cut the mustard as the saying goes, will never have an an-

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• Have a great week-end and stay safe.

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• What happened with our sunshine? It was difficult to find enough time with the sun out to work in the flower beds and gardens. Although, the rain did make the grass green and the buds come out on the trees.

• Please slow down going through the village and especially driving on the side streets! Children are out playing and riding their bikes. Also, other people are out walking or running.

Please make our village a safe place for everyone.

• With the extended lock-down and the additional restrictions, hopefully we can get Covid numbers under control. It is pretty scary to see the numbers rise.

• Happy belated birthday to Larry Hollingsworth and Homer Card. Happy birthday to Steve Pixley, Dave Perry, and Jerome Clair. Hope you all have a great day!

• Quote of the week - “Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking.

Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it.” - Steve Jobs • For items to include in the column, please call me or send an email to mgoodberrysanda@gmail.com. The deadline for inclusions is Saturday afternoon of each week

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• Thanks, everyone, for following all the Covid protocols. Just a reminder that worship is suspended at Land O’Lakes Emmanuel United Church in Northbrook and at Henderson United in Henderson. The Sunday morning prayer circles at Arden United have also been cancelled, and the lockdown extended to mid-May. Weddings, funerals and religious services are restricted to 10 people. Harlowe Wesleyan and Standard Church remains open, following Covid guidelines and restricted attendance of only their members.

• With Covid restrictions, many are enjoying take-out foods, and Jeff at the Superior Food truck in Northbrook- across from the ambulance station, is opening up on Sat. April 24th and looking forward to visiting with folks again for this chip truck season.

• Do you want Henderson to be a recognized village and a part of the Township official plan? If so, be sure to get registered for the Township Zoom meeting (cdeachman@centralfrontenac. com) on Wed, April 28 at 6:00 when a discussion will be offered on the official plan and the matter of Henderson being listed as a registered hamlet village. Many have asked why a township would want to remove our village, so that is one question to be asked. Speculation indicates that grant monies are distributed according to the registered hamlets, so taking Henderson “off” would allow grant monies to go to the more densely populated areas who are official hamlet villages. At the meeting, the mover and seconder of the motion can be asked who they thought they were representing, why they voted to take us off, whether they wish to rescind the motion and apologize, and whether the motion is passed “in principle” or in true legality- and would it stand up in a court of law? No doubt this matter has caused us tremendous grief and a sense of being unwanted and exploited for our tax dollars, and not being heard. To that end, many are suggesting that Henderson re-align with North Frontenac Township, where the taxes are 40% lower, where each village is recognized (with village signs and voices), and where a regional approach is taken to all issues. Certainly, in North Frontenac, there isn’t any one big town that is seeking all the tax dollars at the expense of the outlying areas. So please get registered for the Zoom meeting, and get your questions in so Henderson can be heard. As well, any legal help or support would be appreciated “pro bono”. If anyone knows how to put up a legal smoke screen or some such protest to get our voices out there, please give me a call. We can’t afford to pay legal help as our taxes are already paying for Central Frontenac’s

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legal expertise, so we’ve already paid once and can’t afford any more. I had hoped to introduce a non-confidence motion that would result in an election, however have learned that there are no legally-binding mechanisms to impeach, recall, or force resignation on an elected municipal councillor or mayor in Ontario.

It would only happen if that person missed three consecutive meetings without permission or was charged in a criminal court and sent to jail. However, with all the technology that person could still attend meetings from jail.

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• Total Fire Ban is now in effect across the Township of South Frontenac. Check website for updates.

• Native Tree & Shrub Sale by Dog & Cranberry Lakes Association. Shrubs are $4 per 1ft. tall. Nannyberry, Black Elderberry, Red-osier Dogwood. Must order 5 per species. Deadline to order is April 28th. Contact Morley at 613-531-1654 morley.burwash@gmail.com or Teresa at 613-402-1623 teresa.reeve@ alumni.carleton.ca. Pickup is May 1 at Ormsbee’s Mercantile.

• Manager of Technical Services & Infrastructure South Frontenac Township welcomes Troy Dunlop to this position.

He brings 20 years of municipal experience in public works and capital project management, with extensive knowledge of drinking water systems, wastewater, drainage, road maintenance, winter control activities, and asset management.

• Bottle Drive for the new washroom building at Ken Garrett Park is in full swing! Trailer is at 3950 Round Lake Road or drop off at Mrs. Garrett’s Bakery. Sincere thanks for all the support – we need it and appreciate it!

• Turkeys Beware! The season begins on April 25th. Hunters remember to wear bright orange. License and equipment available at Northway Hardware. Call ahead for “front door pick up”.

• Zoom Games Night ages 10 and up. April event was so much fun another is planned for May 13th. Heather promises to “tune up” her Bible skills as Sam and Will beat her on Bible Trivia!

• Pickleball Enthusiasts - the Introduction to Pickleball sessions will now be mid-May to early June. If already registered you will be contacted via email with the new dates, time, and location.

Session will be 2 hours providing new players with rules, basic techniques, and gameplay. Anyone wanting to learn contact Kelli at kattgrrrl@gmail.com or 613-545-5288. Paddles up!

• As I write this, the COVID rules of the day are changing & confusing, playing havoc with the human spirit. But then my morning run is the same, with lots of waves and hellos to the early risers, I meet friends old and new as the trailer is filled in support for the park and I am getting ahead on my gardening. I realize we are lucky! Masks, social distancing and lots of common sense makes life great in the country!

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• The County of Lanark Roads department will be working on the Bolton Creek Bridge (on the Maberly-Elphin Road) during the months of May and June. It will be reduced to one lane at a time, so expect delays. Plan your route and drive accordingly.

• Althorpe 122 Years Ago: Willie Mitchell, accompanied his little niece Ethel Lakins as far as Carleton Place [via train] on her way to Winnipeg where she will reside with her uncle John Mitchell. [Perth Courier, April 21, 1899]

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A calf strain affects the muscles at the back of the lower leg and usually occurs due to a sudden excessive force through the muscle, or with repetitive overuse. The calf is a group of muscles that allow you to point your foot and your toes downwards, generating the propulsive forces that help you to walk, run and jump. There are 7 muscles in total with the largest ones being the gastrocnemius and the soleus.

These big muscles generate the greatest force and any one of these muscles can suffer a strain.

Once injured, bruising and/or swelling may appear in the calf. This is due to the injury within the tissues. You may also experience pain when walking or performing any activity that uses the affected muscles. The severity of your injury will dictate how long it will take you to recover. This can range from 1- 6 weeks+, depending on how strict you are with your post-injury care routine. With the correct management, your injury should settle back to normal. Help your body recover by elevating your leg for short periods in the early phase. This will help any swelling and bruising to disperse. Ice can be an excellent additional aid in settling any bruising and/or swelling. Be sure to wrap your ice in a damp cloth and monitor your skin to avoid ice burns.

After the initial injury, reduce the amount of walking you do and any other activities that use these muscles such as running and jumping.

Perform non weight bearing activities instead to keep you fit and active like cycling and swimming. To help with the recovery your health care practitioner may advise you to perform small circles and ankle pumps to avoid stiffness. This will also help your body to keep the blood pumping around your tissues.

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News Frontenac Business Services We are a dedicated team of professionals who pride ourselves on delivering business advice and loan services that nurtures and supports your entrepreneurial spirit.

Having had small businesses ourselves, the staff understands the opportunities and challenges that you have to deal with and we are here to help you reach your goals.

Frontenac Business Services is a Community Futures Development Corporation. It is a not-for-profit organization that is governed by a volunteer board of directors and funded by Federal Economic Development For Southern Ontario (FedDev) to support small businesses through:

• One-on-one business consultations at no cost • Business planning support • Information and connection to our network • Flexible commercial loan financing

In addition to our mandated services, the organization places particular emphasis on three areas:

1. Brand Fortitude and Business Promotion - helping you promote your business and facilitate networking opportunities.

2. Invest for Impact - supporting your business to be more profitable and create jobs.

3. Food and Beverage (FAB) Region - to attract and grow small scale artisan food and beverage businesses.

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Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation Unveils New Name & Website Frontenac CFDC is now Frontenac Business Services HARROWSMITH, ON: April 2, 2021 — A Frontenac County non-profit organization that provides business advice and loan services to help diversify and strengthen the local economy has rebranded with a new name and website. Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation (CFDC) is now Frontenac Business Services at frontenacbusiness.ca “For nearly two decades, our organization has played an important role in helping launch and grow businesses across the county,” says Anne Prichard, executive director of Frontenac Business Services. “We’re recognized as a nimble, non-traditional funding source, but that’s only part of our unique mission and mandate. Our new name better reflects our commitment to providing both business advice and loan services that nurture and support the entrepreneurial spirit.”

Established in 2003 to advance community economic development and small business growth across North, Central and South Frontenac and Frontenac Islands, Frontenac Business Services is a one-stop shop for business financing and free advice, counselling and support. “One of our greatest strengths,” explains Prichard, “is connecting new and existing business owners to the right resources and people.”

In 2020/21 alone, the non-profit organization supported 23 local businesses, including eight new start-ups, providing more than $1.55 million in new loans. 53 jobs were created and a further 53 jobs were maintained as a result of these investments. 161 additional businesses were supported through our business information and counselling services including 16 start-ups, creating 33 new jobs and maintaining 91.5 jobs. The organization supported 4 businesses and 1 Municipality through the Regional Innovation Initiative of Eastern Ontario providing $200,000 in grant funds. In addition, the organization delivered

For more on our services visit www.FrontenacBusiness.ca

the Regional Relief and Recovery Fund on behalf of the federal government providing $1.67 million in loan funds to support 39 businesses impact by the pandemic to cover costs and maintain 74 jobs.

Frontenac Business Services is governed by a volunteer board and funded by the federal government’s Community Futures program, administered by the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario.

As one of 37 southern Ontario Community Futures Development Corporations, Frontenac Business Services will continue to advance the CFDC mandate to help rural communities expand their economies. The organization embarked on the rebranding exercise last year as part of its strategic plan to better promote awareness, understanding and support for services and programs provided to individuals, businesses and community groups.

“Our founding name said very little about the important work we do,” says Betty Hunter, chair of Frontenac Business Services’ 10-member board of directors. “Our best work happens when we provide coaching and advisory services to help businesses craft a winning business model and achieve long-term success and residency in the county. Loans are simply one tool to help achieve those goals.”

In addition to the renaming, Frontenac Business Services launched a new website that features improved navigation across different platforms; frequently asked questions; business client success stories; and opportunities for stakeholders to customize their communication preferences.

While the Harrowsmith office remains closed during COVID-19, Frontenac Business Services is open for business consultation by phone and Zoom. Visit frontenacbusiness.ca or contact Anne Prichard at 613-372-1414 x204 or anne@frontenacbusiness.ca, or Jason Brown, business advisor, at 613-372-1414 x202 or jason@frontenacbusiness.ca.

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Sebastian Back and Maeve Kern who are shooting their first feature film titled “Verona” in Frontenac region this coming June. With locations support from Alanna Shearman and production guidance from Alex Jansen at the Kingston Film Office, the film is paving the way for future productions in the area.

Verona portrays a slice of summer through the lives of Camila and her parents. Four dreamy, humid days exploring the evolution of love and how trauma passes through inter-generational bodies. Verona marries universal themes with a picturesque backdrop of community essentials like MOM Restaurant and Verona Convenience & Gifts. Any interest or questions can be directed to the producer, Maeve Kern at veronathefilm@gmail.com Congratulations to Suzy Lamont on her show "Speakeasy" which is being held at the Ivy Restaurant (http//ivyleeclub.ca) when Covid restrictions permit. The show is highlighting two celebrated local artists who have collaborated to bring an epic event showcasing their original works in an interactive way. Suzy Lamont Photography (https://www.suzylamont.com) and (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/ jawkthepaint/?hl=en)

Regional Relief and Recovery Funds Results Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan has helped to protect millions of jobs, provide emergency support to families and keep businesses afloat as they deal with the impact of COVID-19. A central part of this is the Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF), which helps support those who may not be eligible for other programs.

With their local expertise and connections, southern Ontario Community Futures Development Corporations (CFDCs) have been trusted partners of the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario to deliver RRRF to businesses in their communities. Frontenac Business Services, a Community Futures Development Corporation, has provided $1.671,799 in RRRF support to help 39 businesses impacted by the pandemic to cover costs and maintain 74 jobs.

Ludwig Ratzinger, Fine Chocolate by Ludwig was one of the Frontenac businesses that received support for a “Pandemic Pivot” from the CFDC and the Regional Relief and Recovery Fund. Fine Chocolate by Ludwig creates handmade artisanal chocolate bars in a variety of flavours. Prior to the pandemic, most sales were made in-person at shows, through a few fine food retailers and a small on-line presence. With the shows being cancelled, Ludwig needed to pivot the business and learn how to import the chocolate himself. An introduction from the CFDC to the Digital Main Street program enabled Ludwig to increase on-line sales 10 fold. More retailers began selling his chocolates and Ludwig collaborated with other local food businesses to create gift boxes. “The whole CFDC team is great and very helpful in all aspects of running a business” said Ludwig.

Workshops Website Lead Generation In this workshop, you will be shown a variety of tactics for getting paid and organic traffic to your website.

Date Tuesday, May 11 https://www.kingstonecdev.com/ workshops-events

South Frontenac Township Business Opportunity Program Frontenac Business Services is pleased to have been asked by the municipality of South Frontenac to deliver programing to assist businesses in modernization in response to the pandemic. The South Frontenac Township Business Opportunity Program provides up to $2,500 to qualifying South Frontenac businesses on a 50/50 cost share basis. Eligible projects include small capital purchases, training and PPE. Applications for this program will be available on the Frontenac Business Services website shortly and funding will be available on a first come, first served basis while funding permits.

Looking for financing?

Whether you're looking to get a business off the ground, expand an existing operation or purchase equipment - we have the loan to fit your needs. For more information on loans or to discuss your business idea, please call Jason at 1-888-372-9962.

Starter Company Plus Ontario Small Business Centers have come together to create a central portal to support you to start, grow or reimagine a business https://www.sbcontario.ca/. One of the provincial programs being offered is Starter Company Plus and for local delivery visit https://www.kingstonecdev.com/ starter-company-plus. Another program is Summer Company https://www.kingstonecdev.com/ summercompany

For more on our services visit www.FrontenacBusiness.ca

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Spotlight on Business Workshops Has our relationship with food changed?

Join us for a presentation by Andreas Duess, Nourish Food Marketing as he discusses how our relationship with food has changed - its role, how we source it, prepare it, consume it and share it. This presentation will be of particular interest to those who produce food and beverage products as Andreas discusses current trends to consider when creating your products. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A.

Wolfe Island Marine (Lacelle Corporate Group) This family-owned business was established in 2011 and provides a variety of marine construction services including: shoreline development, boat house construction and restoration, dock fabrication, and shoreline access solutions. Jason Lacelle, the owner and CEO comes from a long line of certified tradesmen. Wolfe Island Marine has a reputation of quality work and mainly operates throughout the 1000 Islands and Kingston area.

Tuesday, April 27thth 10 am to 11 am

How We Helped

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Frontenac Business Services began working with Jason just shortly after he opened in 2011.

We’ve been able to support in various ways including financing, which helped with initial start up expenses and in providing additional loans and grants to help with expansions. We were able to help him obtain some media

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coverage which brought in new work so that he could employ more people. Wolfe Island Marine is currently expanding and hiring welder/fabricators, carpenters, commercial vessel/equipment operators, and office administration.

Today Jason is very appreciative of the help and guidance we’ve been able to provide and he is happy with the rate of growth his business has experienced. An example of one of the ways they have grown is that they have developed their own engineered products and become authorized dealers for several products, allowing them to offer quality products and accessories to their customers.

For more information visit https://www. wolfeislandmarine.com/

Phone Photography Workshop Join us for a workshop with professional photographer Suzy Lamont on how to take spectacular pictures with your phone to use on your business’s social media platforms. Suzy will share tips and tricks to help you capture better images. The workshop will be hosted at Maple Ridge Farms in Sydenham where you will have the opportunity to practice by taking pictures of animals, flowers, spring scenery and a model. This introductory workshop is being subsidized by Frontenac Business Services and is available only to Frontenac businesses and limited to 10.

Thursday, June 3rd from 2:30 to 4 pm Fee $50 (plus tax) (introductory price, normally $100 + tax) To register visit https://www.eventbrite. ca/e/phone-photography-workshoptickets-151126155399

Local Makers Featured In Kingston Frontenac Public Library’s Create Newsletter The Kingston Frontenac Public Library has redesigned their newsletter, now offering three unique options. Their Create newsletter – sent out quarterly – focuses on a different creative outlet in each issue, and will feature makers across the region. Their first newsletter focused on textile arts and introduced library patrons to Sarah Hale of Arden Batik. The next will go out in May with a culinary arts theme,

and will feature Back Forty Artisan Cheese, Boreal Botanical Brewing Company and Fine Chocolate by Ludwig.

Connect with local makers – and the many resources the library offers – by subscribing! https://www.kfpl.ca/library-services/kfplnewsletters

Join us online!

Frontenac Business Services is now using its Facebook to promote local entrepreneurs and their businesses. Email Anne (anne@FrontenacBusiness.ca) a photo of you at your business together with a sentence about your business and your website, Facebook and/or Twitter address(es) and we will post it to our Facebook.

For more on our services visit www.FrontenacBusiness.ca

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Digital Main Street Thanks to Launch Lab and Invest Ottawa and the funds they received from FedDev Ontario for the Digital Main Street (DMS) program, Frontenac Business Services was able to secure some last minute funding to create promotional videos. Over the coming weeks we will be rolling out videos from Back Forty Artisan Cheese, C4 Convenience, Kingston Hockey Development Centre, Food Less Travelled, Ewe Can Knit, The Cookery and Fargos General Store and the Wolfe Island Pub and Pizzeria.

Launch Lab is continuing to offer DMS programs for the next few weeks at no cost to their clients and you don’t have to be a main street business to access it. Future Proof is a student-lead digital transformation team paired with local experts that help develop local and global marketing strategies, digital marketing plans, and optimization of your web presence and the support is provided at no cost. The ShopHere program provides businesses and artists with a quick, easy, no-cost way to get selling on-line. Many of our clients have found these programs to be very beneficial. www.launchlab.ca.

County of Frontenac A Destination Development Plan for Frontenac County is a 5-10 year road map that aligns government, economic development, community and tourism priorities. It addresses the interactions between visitors, the industry that serves them, the community that hosts them, and the environment in order to deliver a more sustainable and equitable year-round local economy. The Plan is designed to protect and enhance the character of the destination and ensure that everyone in the community has an opportunity to benefit from, and contribute to, the local visitor economy.

Ultimately, it is a community plan and as such there will be lots of opportunities for community engagement throughout its development. Keep an eye out for calls to participate over the coming year. For more information, contact Richard Allen: rallen@ frontenaccounty.ca or Alison Vandervelde: avandervelde@frontenaccounty.ca.

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Spotlight on Business

Trillium and Maple Woods Handywomen Services After moving to the sleepy community of North Frontenac in 2019, Tammy Watson began operating Trillium and Maple Woods Handywoman Service where she offers handywoman services for your home, cottage or business. She tackles jobs where you wouldn't need a contractor but are otherwise too complicated or time consuming to complete on your own. She is fully insured and committed to excellence.

How We Helped Tammy had a solid business idea and the skills needed to be a valuable resource in the community as a handywoman. Being a sole proprietor she didn’t have access to anyone locally to soundboard with who had a background in business. That’s where we came in - we provided her with coaching, encouragement and ongoing support from the get go and helped her to start to succeed in business. The first step was to support Tammy in preparing a business plan. We also arranged for complimentary expert counselling sessions with a chartered accountant and marketing specialist as well as provided access to business building workshops. Networking is an important aspect of her business so we made sure to connect her with businesses, services and professional people to help her grow the business.

For more on our services visit www.FrontenacBusiness.ca

“The best business decision I ever made was contacting the team at the CFDC. They ensured I had the tools to obtain a solid understanding of business fundamentals and they continue to be proactive with offering information, guidance as well as learning and networking opportunities”, Tammy Watson

Today Tammy is now in her second year of operation and has positioned herself to be the goto-handywoman when residents in North Frontenac and the surrounding area are in need. She has a number of clients that enlist her services to maintain and repair their cottage properties as well as providing turnover services for seasonal rentals. Tammy also works with permanent residents who are looking for help around their home. Her portfolio of services has grown to include yard and garden care, property checks, painting and to just be another set of hands whenever it is needed. Tammy also builds and sells outdoor furniture such as picnic tables and custom cedar planter boxes. Her next endeavour will be to expand into providing training on how to be your own maintenance person. For more information visit https:// trilliumandmaplewoods.com/

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Spring 2021

April 22, 2021

THE FRONTENAC NEWS

Sharbot Lake Streetscape, Public Spaces and Tourism Community Design Workshop by Jeff Green

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ext week, community members will have a unique opportunity to have a say in the future development of Sharbot Lake by participating in a virtual workshop, hosted by Adriana Barbary.

Throughout the long pandemic winter, Barbary, and a committee made up of Sharbot Lake area residents and Central Frontenac township staff, have been working away, behind the scenes, on a project that is headed towards its final development phase over the next couple of months.

OMAFRA (Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs) has designed a series of projects aimed at creating vibrant, sustainable, rural communities. The downtown revitalization project in Sharbot Lake came about after a lot of previous work had been done, including last year's major infrastructure project, which resulted in a new streetscape in the hamlet.

Under normal circumstances, Barbary, who has local roots in the region, would be a very familiar face in Sharbot Lake by now, after spending six months at bake sales, community breakfasts, concerts, the Festival of Trees, and public meetings, talking to people in person.

Instead, she has been using virtual means, for the most part, to learn about the community.

“One thing I learned, pretty early on, was that Sharbot Lake is a lot more than the stores that make up the retail centre. I was surprised how many people work in the study area, from Rural Frontenac Community Services, the Family Health Team, Seeds Accounting, and it goes on. A lot of businesses and community institutions are located here, and it benefits them and the community as well,” she said.

Sharbot Lake is the commercial and administrative hub not only for Central Frontenac, but parts of North and South Frontenac, Tay Valley and Lanark Highlands Townships as well.

A comprehensive business survey was done earlier in the winter to understand the perspective of the existing

business community in Sharbot Lake.

The next phase of the process, which will set Barbary up to put together an action plan for the community to run with over the next 10 years, is a “Sharbot Lake Streetscape, Public Spaces and Tourism Workshop”, which will take place on Thursday, April 29, at 6pm, using the Zoom platform.

“We have engaged Wavefront Planning and Design, a landscape architect and urban design company from the Niagara Region, to run the workshop. We hired them to run it, in part because they understand that there is more to a community than the physical assets. The workshop will include a lot of visuals, and different types of polls and questions, to get a real sense of where the community sees its future,” she said.

There are some physical locations in Sharbot Lake that will be looked at, during the workshop, which will run for 2 hours, including the Beach area, Road 38 at Elizabeth, government docks and trail heads, as well as the old Sharbot Lake Public School site. Other issues to be discussed as a community, include how to encourage tourism over the next few years while keeping the community livable.

“Some people say they came here to get away from city life, but tourism is important and is coming, and becoming a welcoming community for visitors and new residents, while maintaining the charm of Sharbot Lake, is one of the goals of the community design phase of the project,” she said.

“No one wants to pave paradise to put up a parking lot.”

To register for the workshop, email downtownsl@centralfrontenac.com and you will receive a link to the meeting, or visit www.centralfrontenac.com/downtownsl where the sign-up link will be available. ■

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South Frontenac Spring Break Box

The Spring Break Box hosted by the Township was a great success! Families who ordered a box got locally sourced items and goodies for the school break. One of the activities was a creative writing contest, kids had to use all the words in the ‘word bank’ in a short story and draw a picture to go with it. The words were: Spring, Family, Squirrel, Magic, Banjo, and Spaceship.

Here is a fantastic entry from Lauren: One fine spring day there lived a squirrel family in a big oak tree.

They had a dream to go to space as a family, in a big colourful spaceship. One evening the father squirrel played the banjo.

They all fell asleep dreaming of magic coming to the treehouse.

The next morning when they woke up they wondered if they had been on a spaceship because of a dream they had!

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With spring outdoor cleanup starting, we know some folks may choose to burn brush and yard debris on their property. Cleaning up debris and limiting the level of flammable vegetation and forest debris surrounding your home is a good practice. But make sure the way you do it is safe – for you, your home, your neighbours, and the surrounding area. Consider composting small twigs and leaves rather than burning them.

North Frontenac and Kaladar Barrie Fire Departments would like to remind our residents and visitors that effective April 1st until October 31st, of each year burn restrictions are in effect. No burning is permitted between the hours of 7 am and 7 pm. Camp fires are permitted at any time of day provided they are less than 1 meter in diameter and are only burning wood or charcoal. Open air burning, especially if left unattended, can become difficult to control and can result in a serious widespread fire.

All fires must be attended from start to “out cold” extinguishment. This means you must be with your fire and Not inside.

From time to time fire hazard conditions may necessitate a fire ban being put in place. Always make sure there is no fire ban on before lighting your fire by please checking one of the fire information lines: 613-479-0399 or 613336-1851or Township websites: www.northfrontenac. com or www.addingtonhighlands.ca All fires must meet the conditions set under By-Law to protect life and property. For more information visit the Township websites. Everyone who starts a fire is responsible for the fire and can be held liable for suppression and damage costs as well as fines.

For further information please do not hesitate to contact • Eric Korhonen, Director of Emergency Services, Fire Chief, Township of North Frontenac at 613-479-0072 or email firechief@northfrontenac.ca or • Casey Cuddy, Fire Chief, Kaladar Barrie & Denbigh Fire Departments, Township of Addington Highlands at 613-336-9780 or email kbfdchief@xplornet.ca.

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OBITUARY Osborn, Marg

Peacefully, at home with family by her side on Monday, April 12, 2021. Margaret Elizabeth Osborn of Arden at age 66. Dear mother of Candace Osborn (Craig Irvine) of Northbrook and Paul Osborn (Emma) of Napanee.

Grandmother of Shannon, Shawna and Racheal Doiron and Jocelyn and Maria Osborn. Great-grandmother of Brayden, Sophia and Hudson Kehoe and Derek Chevalier. Sister of Bob Gooding (Linda); Don Gooding (Bette); David Gooding; Eleanor Nowell (John) and Nancy Marshall (Chris). Predeceased by her parents Norman and Betty MacCrimmon and by her brother Mike Gooding. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. A family funeral service was held at the HANNAH FUNERAL HOME in Tamworth on Saturday, April 17 at 1:00 p.m. Service was live streamed and you are invited to watch by accessing our website and clicking the link for the service. Interment was at Mountain Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations made to the U.H.K.F. (Cancer Clinic) would be appreciated by the family.

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In Memoriam Bush, Earl

In loving memory of a dear stepfather who passed away April 20, 2002.

Precious memories keep you near, As time unfolds another year.

Always remembered by Charlotte, Allan and Family.

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April 22, 2021

North Frontenac Council: Work On K&P To Snow Road Station To Begin With Land Acquisition By Craig Bakay

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rontenac County is preparing to complete the Clarendon Station to Snow Road Station portion of the K&P Trail, Richard Allen, manager of economic development, told North Frontenac Council at its regular (online) meeting Friday.

“I’m going to start making phone calls as soon as I sign off,” he said.

He said several sections of the old railway are owned by the Township (lands and/or road allowances) and as such the County would like to work with the Town-

OBITUARY TEBO, Catherine Frances (Kate)

It is with overwhelming sadness the family of Catherine Frances (Kate) Tebo (nee Erwin) announces her passing at Fairmount Home (Glenburnie) on Tuesday April 6, 2021 at the age of 90. Daughter of the late Beatrice (Genereaux) and William Erwin. Beloved and devoted wife of the late Wilburn (Web) Tebo. Loving mother of David (Lynne), Kevin (Joan) and Michael (Cheryl). Loving Gram to Tim (Amanda), Christopher (late), Ginger (Dan), Amy (Pedro) and Amanda. Cherished Great Gram to Liam, Lakelyn, Chase, Saige, Faith Catherine, Paytn, Jakob and Kaleb.

Dear sister of Jean (Cleon) Rashotte.

She is predeceased by her sisters Reta (late Vincent) Tebo, Margie (late Frank) Rivers, Mary (late Harry) Henley and brothers Kenneth (late Evelyn) Erwin, William (Mary surviving) Erwin, Robert (Sharon surviving) Erwin and Bernard (late Roxanne) Erwin.

Kate was a strong, loving, caring and generous individual who took great pride in her home on Desert Lake Road. She loved animals and enjoyed gardening.

Kate unconditionally accepted children into her home for 35 years as a Foster Parent for the Children’s Aid Society for Kingston and the County of Frontenac.

During this time, Kate and Web cared for more than 100 children. Kate was an active member of St. Patrick’s Church and The Catholic Women’s League.

Rest in Peace Mom, Gram, Great Gram.

It is now your time to rest. Lovingly remembered.

The Tebo family would like to thank Fairmount Home and Brooks Landing Retirement Home for the excellent care Kate received. A special thank you to “Cookie”. Due to COVID - private arrangements. Online condolences.

Donations in Catherine’s memory may be made to Family and Children’s Services of Frontenac, Lennox and Addington or a charity of your choice.

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ship but “it’s not expected that the Township will have to pay for maintenance.”

He said much of the expected increase in federal gas tax revenues will be devoted to trail development because “in 2018, County Council affirmed its desire to connect the K&P from the northern boundary to the southern boundary.”

He said that since much of the land required is now in private hands, the work may take two to three years including purchase of lands from existing owners, assessment of trail infrastructures, including bridges, development and remediation of trail infrastructures and installation of wayfinding signage, parking, trail counters, rest areas and other amenities.

“What happens if somebody says ‘no’ (to selling their land)?” said Coun. Wayne Good.

“We’ve had that situation before, between Tichborne and Sharbot Lake” Allen said. “In some cases we were able to use an alternate route but that can increase the cost by up to four times.

“Three of the 33 transactions were by expropriation and they represented less than a kilometre of trail.”

Allen said there was “explosive growth in trail use, due in part to the covid pandemic. It is expected to continue through the summer of 2021.”

He said the K&P connects with three other regional trails and bicycle adventurers have already identified a 350-kilometre loop of rail trails in Eastern Ontario which runs from Harrowsmith north through Calabogie, to Renfrew and Arnprior, back south to Mississippi Mills, Carleton Place, Smiths Falls to Harrowsmith.

Benny’s Lake access sale rejected In consideration of several objections as well as a petition on Facebook, coupled with Township policy not to sell road allowances that lead to water, Council denied Doug Philp’s request to purchase part of the road allowance running across his property to Benny’s Lake. The road allowance is often referred to as Wickware

Lane and is located behind the Pioneer Museum in Cloyne.

The Township had looked into alternative access points to Benny’s Lake but no suitable location could be found.

North Frontenac joins chorus of opposition to MPP Hillier Just as Central Frontenac had done earlier, Council decided to lend its support to South Frontenac’s admonition letter to Premier Doug Ford concerning LanarkFrontenac-Kingston MPP Randy Hillier’s behaviour during the covid-19 pandemic.

Hillier has been openly vocal about opposing the government’s mask mandates and social distancing requirements.

Coun. Fred Fowler, while supporting the measure and saying he opposed Hillier’s actions as much as anyone, wondered aloud about the possible political motivations involved in the Township’s support of South Frontenac’s actions, even suggesting a conflict of interest in that Mayor Ron Higgins has already expressed his intention to seek the Conservative nomination to run in the next Provincial election.

“There’s no conflict,” said Higgins. “I haven’t yet been selected as the candidate.”

“I think he’s (Hillier) a danger to my personal health,” said Coun. Vern Hermer.

Line of credit request denied.

Council rejected Mayor Ron Higgins’ request to provide a $200,000 line of credit to the Eastern Ontario Leadership Council, a council Higgins co-chairs.

When asked for an opinion from staff as to whether or not the Township should approve the request, CAO Cheryl Robson said: “You can legally do it but it is a political decision.”

“I just have a bad feeling that it would set a precedent, and invite other groups to make similar requests,” said Coun. Fred Fowler. “I don’t think we’re in the banking industry.”

The proposal lost 4-2, with Higgins and Coun. John Ingles voting yes. ■

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bone) and form more committies, hire advisers, do more stupid studies and when it's all done reprint all the stationary, signs etc the list is long. Heya councilors it's our money you know, how much revenue do you generate outside of taxes? Quit wasting it on non essential projects.

None of us are on spending sprees during Covid, council could at least try to act like responsible adults, if that's even possible. Like combine all the townships like it used to be. Now we pay for 5 offices, 5 fleets of vehicles, 5 sets of equipment and 5 sets of staff (oh that being your biggest expense) Central Frontenac is building an addition to their office great plan... Not! Please think before opening up our wallets please.

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This kind of bureaucratic nonsense drives me crazy. Did Jeff even ask what the entire cost would be?? My guess is too much $$$.

A lot of people living in Frontenac are experiencing horrible finacial problems during these hard times.

Why, why would the township throw all that money at a stupid non essential rebranding plan? Seriously are they that self centered?

That money could have gone to helping the people who are not able to pay rent, mortgage payments and even food.

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Kingston lifted its fire ban last Friday,

Attempted Hit & Run of On Duty Officer

(SOUTH FRONTENAC, ON) Officers with the Frontenac Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are seeking the public's assistance in identifying the occupants of a pick-up truck that nearly struck an officer.

On Saturday April 3, 2021 shortly after 2:30 a.m. an officer was conducting RIDE, checking for impaired drivers, on Road 38 near Wilton Road, when an older model black pick-up truck accelerated towards the officer, nearly striking him. The vehicle then fled the scene. The officer was uninjured.

Anyone with information is asked to call Frontenac OPP Detachment at 613-3721932 ■

April 22, 2021

THE FRONTENAC NEWS

Central Frontenac Council By Craig Bakay Pluto May Not Be A Planet But It Looks Like Henderson Will Be A Hamlet n August of 2006, the International Astronomical Union decided that Pluto was no longer a planet because it did not meet the requirements for planetary status.

Faced with a (somewhat) similar situation, the citizens of Henderson weren’t sitting down and at its regular (online) meeting Tuesday, Central Frontenac Council essentially decided that Henderson would indeed be listed as a hamlet (settlement area) in its upcoming Official Plan update.

Frontenac Director of Planning and Economic Development Joe Gallivan originally left Henderson off the list of hamlets in the Township’s new Official plan because, like Pluto, it didn’t officially meet the requirements to be a hamlet.

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church, a hall, tennis courts and a significant number of residents who wanted their little community north of Ardern to indeed be a hamlet, despite the restrictions that come along with that, and Gallivan heard from all of them. Gallivan told Council his department has received a number of emails and calls inquiring about hamlet status.

So, Council convinced Gallivan that if the Hendersonians wanted it, then hamlet it will be.

There are a few steps involved, one being an unprecedented sixth Open House on the OP (North Frontenac had only two open houses). The date for said open house is scheduled for April 28 at 6 p.m. (online). He said his department will endeavour to contact those who indicated they wanted to be informed.

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This will be followed by an online Public Meeting May 18 at 6 p.m. This should be the final meeting before the Official Plan is presented to Council for approval (it then goes to the province for approval, essentially a rubber-stamp process).

The only concern from Council came from Coun. Bill MacDonald who complained that the meeting times came at “supper hour.”

Mayor Frances Smith solved the problem by declaring “eat early.

Township looking at unloading buildings.

The Township has ramped up the disposition process on both the former school/ library building in Mountain Grove and Hinchinbrooke Public School.

Staff will obtain an “opinion of value based on an ‘as-is’ condition” and offer the property for sale by way of a request for proposal that includes incentives to encourage rehabilitation/repair of the build (or rebuild) and that the property be developed for a use that compliments and contributes to the quality of life for the hamlet of Mountain Grove.

“I have some concerns about putting requirements on the sale,” said Coun. Bill MacDonald. “It could limit interest but also we don’t want somebody just buying it and leaving it there.

“Also they should tell us how long it will take.”

The fomer Hinchinbrooke school plan was deferred to allow time to look at possible senior and/or low-income housing on the spot.

“When we did the seniors housing survey, there were a number of seniors who

said they didn’t want to live in Sharbot Lake, they wanted to live in Parham,” said Mayor Frances Smith.

Trails unlimited Council gave “limited support with caveats” to community group Sharbot Lake Trails Unlimited for its plan to open up trails on Crown Land south and east of Sharbot Lake. There were questions about servicing and maintenance since the Township wouldn’t own the land.

“We’ll run into some problems if we have to be in compliance with the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance standards,” said Coun.

Tom Dewey. “I can’t see it happening.”

“I think they’re only looking for moral support,” said Coun. Victor Heese. “They can take the proposal to MNRF themselves.”

Tourist booth The Sharbot Lake Business Group is looking to move the tourist information kiosk from its current location on Hwy 7 to the beach in Sharbot Lake.

Greg Rodgers told Council the “property owner wants it off the property.”

He said the business group would be responsible for expenses and that they wanted to target trail users.

Public Works Manager Tyson Myers suggested that somewhere near the government docks across from the Township office might be a better location.

“In terms of traffic alone, the beach is a better location,” said Rodgers.

Council agreed to allowing it at the beach on a one-year trial basis.■

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

Request For Tender (RFT) RFT No. 2021-07 Road Surface Treatment Proposal documents and the prescribed Submission forms, which include the Minimum Requirements and Specifications, may be obtained from Biddingo.com or by email request to financialsupport@northfrontenac.ca Contractor / Firm(s) must have current WSIB and appropriate liability insurance coverage as indicated by the Request for Tender documents.

Please direct any specific inquiries to Darwyn Sproule, P. Eng. Public Works Manager publicworks@northfrontenac. ca or (613) 479-2231 Extension 230.

Lowest or any proposal submission may not necessarily be accepted.

The Township reserves the right to cancel the Request for Tender 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 “RFT No. 2021-07 Road Surface Treatment” on or before 2:00 PM local time on Thursday, May 13, 2021 Cheryl Robson, A.M.C.T. Chief Administrative Officer Township of North Frontenac 6648 Road 506, Plevna, ON, K0H 2M0 cao@northfrontenac.ca

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Tenders must be received before the above mentioned time and date, and in accordance with the attached RFT Forms, Instructions to Vendors, and Standard Terms and Conditions.

Submissions will be open in public (virtually) at the Municipal office at 1:05 p.m. local time on May 6th, 2021.

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Township Of Central Frontenac Notice of Public Meeting Concerning the Township of Central Frontenac Draft Official Plan Take Notice that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac is proposing to adopt a new Official Plan in accordance with Section 17 of the Planning Act, RSO 1990, as amended.

Public Meeting: The Council of the Township of Central Frontenac will hold a public meeting in order to consider the draft Official Plan. The public meeting will be held pursuant to the requirement of Section 17(15) of the Planning Act, RSO 1990, as amended. The public meeting will be held on the 18th day of May, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. using electronic participation. Please note that this public meeting is in addition to the virtual open house scheduled for April 28, 2021.

The agenda for the meeting will be posted by May 14th on the Township website (www.centralfrontenac.com) with the link to register. To register in advance, or to call into the meeting, please contact Cindy Deachman, Deputy Clerk, Township of Central Frontenac at 613-279-2935, extension 237. Members of the public are encouraged to submit written comments in advance of the meeting by emailing planning@frontenaccounty.ca.

Subject Property: The draft Official Plan applies to all lands with the boundaries of the Township of Central Frontenac; therefore, no key map has been provided with this notice.

Purpose and Effect: The Official Plan will set out goals, objectives, and policies to manage and direct physical change and its effects on the social, economic, and natural environment of the Township for the next 20 years.

All new development, redevelopment, and public projects must conform to the policies of the Official Plan.

Other Applications: Currently, there are no other Planning Act applications that affect all lands in the Township.

Additional Information related to the draft Official Plan is available during regular office hours at the municipal office. Members of the public are required to set up an appointment prior to attending. The draft of the Official Plan is also available online at the following link: https://www. centralfrontenac.com/en/business/official-plan-reviewand-update.aspx.

For more information about this matter, including information about appeal rights, to obtain a full copy of the public meeting notice, or to request to be notified of the decision of the Township of Central Frontenac on the draft Official Plan, contact Cindy Deachman, Deputy Clerk, Township of Central Frontenac, 1084 Elizabeth Street, P.O. Box 89, Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0 or cdeachman@centralfrontenac.com.

Dated at the Township of Central Frontenac this 22nd day of April, 2021.

Cathy MacMunn, AMCT, ACST, CAO/Clerk Township of Central Frontenac 1084 Elizabeth Street, P.O. Box 89 Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0

Farmers’ co-ops were created and factories built to produce cheese.

Meanwhile at home, butter was churned for family use and trade at the local country store. With no electricity, it was kept cool in the ice house or down in the well. Making butter was a chore of the women in the family and the method was passed on between generations.

Butter is made by processing the whole milk of the cows. Whole milk is allowed to sit so that cream forms at the top. This happens because water is denser then the creamy fat. The thin liquid at the bottom is called Skim milk. In the past, this skim milk was fed to calves and other livestock. Now it is sold for human consumption.

The cream from the top is skimmed off and poured into the churn. The most common butter churn was the dash churn, which was a large wooden or pottery barrel with a wooden staff called a dash sticking through the lid. By moving the dash up and down, and turning it through the cream, the churners could turn the cream into butter in 30-45 minutes.

During the churning process, the forming butter had to be rinsed several times to remove all the buttermilk. Then it was lightly salted and kneaded to distribute the salt, remove excess water and make a smooth texture. The butter was then ready to press into a container such as this butter press from the South Frontenac Museum's collection.

Butter was formed into blocks in the press with a butter paddle then pushed out of the press. The maker would also stamp the butter with images of flowers or animals to identify it at market.

At the South Frontenac Museum, our job is to fascinate and educate residents and visitors by bringing our history, creativity and culture to life. Please enjoy these articles featuring artifacts found at the Museum. For more information or to book a tour at the Museum please call 613-376-3027 ext. 2600 or visit our website.

The museum has many samples of these butter making tools which can be seen on display in the 2020-2021 exhibits when it opens this season.

Watch for opening dates on the museum website at southfrontenacmuseum.ca. ■

Volunteer Week at Southern Frontenac Community Services

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pril 18 – 24th is National Volunteer Week. A time to recognize the awe-inspiring acts of kindness and generosity by selfless individuals, and the magic that happens when people pull together towards a common goal.

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(SFCSC) has a dedicated team of volunteers who share SFCSC’s vision to sustain the health and well-being of the community. Volunteers have always been essential to SFCSC’s ability to deliver health and social support services throughout South Frontenac, and this year that has proven to be true, perhaps more than ever before.

The past year has been one of change, challenges and resilience, and the SFCSC Volunteer Team have been true champions throughout. SFCSC continues to see a tremendous surge in the demand for services including

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While the pandemic restricts some from participating, over 80% of SFCSC volunteers have been able to remain active and an additional 60 new volunteers have joined the SFCSC team.

“The National Volunteer Week theme for 2021 is, The Value of One, The Power of Many,” says David Townsend, SFCSC Executive Director. “This is so true. It is only by working together with our volunteers that we’ve been able to ride this storm and provide services throughout the pandemic. Our volunteers make a difference and for that, I say thank you. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.”

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arly on Tuesday morning (April 13) the parent of a child who attends the Rural Frontenac Community Services (RFCS) licensed daycare Centre in Sharbot Lake, phoned the Centre to let them know that their child had tested positive for COVID-19. The child had not attended the centre on Monday, but was there on the previous Friday.

The daycare was immediately closed.

Later that morning, RFCS received a letter from Kingston Frontenac Lennox and Addington Public Health (KFLAPH).

The letter to all families whose children’s attend the Centre as well.

“KFL&A Public Health has been working closely with the Centre and upon thorough investigation it has been determined there is no current risk of COVID-19 transmission within the Centre at this time to the children and staff,”

the letter said. “Children, families and staff members may end their isolation and do not need to be tested for this investigation.”

The letter also encouraged families’ to “continue to monitor for symptoms of COVID-19 and screen your child daily.”

An COVID-19 outbreak was not declared as the result of the case.

According to the information posted on the KFLPAH site, an outbreak is declared in a licensed daycare setting, if there is “at least 1 symptomatic, labconfirmed case in a child, staff member or home child care provider, in consultation with the Medical Officer of Health” Even with the go-ahead to remain open, the Centre remained closed on Wednesday and Thursday.

Louise Moody, the Executive Director of Rural Frontenac Community Services, said that daycare was closed

because staff members wanted to be tested for COVID and for a thorough cleaning as well.

“Four of the daycare staff have received negative test results, and it looks like we may be able to open tomorrow,” Moody said on Thursday.

The daycare re-opened on Friday morning.

Also, this week, the Limestone District School Board announced on Wednesday (April 14) that a student at Granite Ridge Education Centre in Sharbot Lake had tested positive for COVID-19.

“It has been determined that this case poses no risk to students or staff.

As such, no cohorts will be required to isolate at this time,” the release concluded. ■

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OPP Report

Damage Reported To A Home

(CENTRAL FRONTENAC, ON) Officers with the Frontenac Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are seeking the public's assistance for information about damage to a home on Road 38 north of Brewer Road near Sharbot Lake.

A window was broken between Friday April 9 and Monday April 12, 2021. A person wearing a grey hoodie was seen walking on the property near dusk on Friday April 9, 2021. The person was then seen leaving the property southbound on the K&P trail.

Anyone with information is asked to call Frontenac OPP Detachment at 613-3721932. ■

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Interim Tax Notices Due April 30, 2021 Interim Tax Notices will be issued to all property owners beginning on March 1, 2021. The Interim tax bill due date has been extended from March 31, 2021 to April 30, 2021 in order to alleviate some of the financial burden that is being experienced by residents during COVID-19. If you have not received your Interim Tax Notice, you should contact the Tax Department at 613-376-3027 Ext. 2200 or email us at taxes@southfrontenac.net.

Total Fire Ban in Effect Effective Friday, April 9, 2021 at 8:00 am a total fire ban is in effect across the Township of South Frontenac. This decision was made following a significant number of grass and wildland fires over the past few weeks. The warmer weather combined with dead grass, brush, and wind has resulted in a number of challenging fire suppression situations for the South Frontenac Fire & Rescue (SFFR) team.

A total burning ban means absolutely no open air burning, including cooking fires, brush fires, camping fires, and fireworks as defined in By-law 2012-68. This ban does not apply to cooking appliances with a mechanical shutoff (such as a propane barbeque).

Any infraction of this By-law will result in financial penalties associated with the cost of emergency response and enforcement. Fees are outlined in the Township’s Burning By-law No. 2012-68 and range from $75 for a basic response and investigation of a complaint, to $410 per vehicle plus firefighter wages for larger responses. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact SFFR at 613-376-3027 ext. 2234, or via email at firechief@southfrontenac.net.

Reduced Load Period on Township Roads – March 1, 2021 to April 30, 2021 In accordance with the Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O.1990. Ch. H. 8, Section 122, residents are reminded that most roads within South Frontenac are subject to restricted loads from the period of March 1 – April 30 each year. The restriction is that no axle of any commercial vehicle or trailer shall transmit to the road, a weight in excess of 5000 kilograms. This action is necessary for the protection of roads in South Frontenac.

Northern Waste Disposal Sites Open May 1, 2021 Salem WDS will be open Tuesdays 8:30 – 4:30 Bradshaw WDS will be open Thursdays 8:30-4:30 Green Bay WDS will be open Fridays 8:30-12:30 and Sundays 12:30 – 4:30 Tagged household garbage & recycling only - no dumping at gates Household Hazardous Waste Depot – Now on Summer Hours The Household Hazardous Waste Depot located at 2491 Keeley Rd in Sydenham will be open every Thursday from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Please remember that accepted items are hazardous materials, and small electronics only. A full listing of accepted materials may be found on our website under Living Here/Solid Waste/Recycling/Household Hazardous Waste.

New Restriction at Household Hazardous Waste Depot Due to recent changes within the Ontario Electronic Stewardship Program, as of April 22, 2021, the Township will no longer be accepting any small appliances that contain Freon such as dehumidifiers, small bar/wine fridges or air conditioners. These items can be disposed of properly at the following Kingston locations: Kimco or Dependable Appliances (Freon removal charges may apply).

Planning We encourage inquiries to be submitted using email (planning@southfrontenac.net) or via our intake forms on our website at www.southfrontenac.net under Open for Business/Planning & Development.

Prior to submitting a planning application, applicants are required to have a pre-consultation appointment with the planning staff. A pre-consultation meeting can be booked by calling extension 2224. Booking a pre-consultation meeting helps us evaluate your application and provides you with important information about the process. Pre-consultation meetings will occur by phone or via zoom at this time.

2021 DOG TAGS Dog Tags for the 2021 year are now available for $30.00 each. As of March 1, 2021, Dog tags will only be available at the Municipal office located at 4432 George St., Sydenham.

TOWN HALL • Council Meeting – May 4, 2021 at 7:00 pm – Electronic Participation Electronic Participation For those who wish to participate electronically and to address an agenda item (related to a planning matter based on the statutory public meeting requirements) on a Council agenda or Committee of Adjustment agenda, please see our website – Featured Items and/or Calendar for the link to pre-register. Please register before noon on the day of each meeting to ensure you will be able to connect to the meeting.

Job Opportunities • Competition #21-10-TD – Treasury Clerk (Temporary anticipated 7 months). We look forward to hearing from you

by April 23, 2021.

• Competition #21-11-PS – Labourer (Temporary). We look forward to hearing from you by April 26, 2021.

For more information on either position, please see the full job posting and description on our website at https://www. southfrontenac.net/careers/ Tenders • Tender PS-2021-22 One (1) Water Tank Tender documents must be received by 1:00pm local time on May 5, 2021.

Official forms can be found on our website or by visiting BIDDINGO.com.

THINGS TO DO Cancellation of 2021 Swim & Day Camp The Township of South Frontenac has made the difficult decision to cancel Swim and Day Camp programs for the 2021 season due to the ongoing concerns surrounding COVID-19. The cancellation comes after careful consideration from the Township’s Emergency Control Group (ECG) regarding the safety of South Frontenac residents and staff. The Township is looking forward to welcoming swimmers and campers back to the traditional programs in the future when it is safe to do so. For more information regarding the Townships response to the COVID-19 pandemic please visit www.southfrontenac.net.

Municipal Offices Closed due to Provincial Lockdown As a result of the Provincial Government’s lockdown, the Township of South Frontenac administrative offices in Sydenham at 4432 George Street, and at 2490 Keeley Rd will be closed for the duration of the lockdown. While our offices will be closed to the public during this time, most municipal services will continue to be delivered and public communications via telephone and email will remain available during regular business hours. See the township website - News and Public Notices for more details www.southfrontenac.net .

Township Field and Diamond Spring Opening The Public Services Department will be monitoring the conditions of our Township fields and diamonds. We are planning to have them open and available for use as of May 10th or earlier if conditions are good. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

2021 Community Grants & COVID19 Relief & Recovery Grants Applications for the Community Project Grant Program and the COVID19 Relief & Recovery Grant Program are now being accepted. Not for profit community organizations including charitable organizations and unincorporated groups who meet the project guidelines can apply until April 30, 2021. For more information see the website.

State Of Emergency Declaration: Covid-19 Infectious Disease During this difficult time, the Township is asking everyone in our community to take physical distancing seriously, especially around vulnerable populations and to stay at home to reduce the likelihood of further transmission. This includes: • maintaining at least 2 metre distance from others, • avoiding all unnecessary travel, washing your hands often, • regularly disinfecting high touch zones in shared spaces in your home.

By acting decisively as a community, we can ensure the safety and well-being of our residents is maintained.

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The K&P Trail - So Much To Discover While Staying Active

Daryl Almond from Ottawa travelled to South Frontenac on April 13 to use the K&P Trail. “I use it every season of the year,” says Almond. “The thing that draws me is geo-caching,” he says. The K&P Trail offers many kilometres of well-maintained trails for all ages and capabilities to enjoy.

Photo by Daniel Geleyn

by Daniel Geleyn he K&P Trail, a well-known recreational trail that runs along the old Kingston and Pembroke Railway bed, is becoming a more popular option for staying active during the pandemic restrictions.

Its name comes from the originally planned start and end point of the line, even though it was never completed all the way to Pembroke. By the time the line was built to Renfrew in the late nineteenth century, the conditions were such that it was not economically feasible to complete the line to Pembroke.

Because of its sometime steep grades, curves and plentiful stops along the way, it also became affectionately known as ‘The Kick & Push Railroad’. The name stuck to this day. Thanks to many dedicated individuals and supportive municipalities along the way, the K&P Trail is now much better known for its recreational use. The trail supports cycling, hiking, cross-country skiing, equestrian activities, as well as the use of motorized vehicles in some portions of the trail.

The trail starts in Kingston but the Frontenac portion of the trail is developed

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from Orser Road, south of Harrowsmith, to Sharbot Lake. The K&P Trail also opens the door to a number of other trails that also cross our region such as the Cataraqui Trail which goes from just east of Napanee to Smiths Falls, the Rideau Trail which goes from Kingston to Ottawa, and the largest of all, the Trans Canada Trail which stretches across Canada for 24,000 kilometres and connects all three oceans while linking Canadians in nearly 1,000 communities. In our area, the Trans Canada Trail uses the northern portion of the K&P Trail and goes through Sharbot Lake and Harrowsmith, and from there heads east on the Cataraqui Trail towards Smiths Falls.

Daryl Almond from Ottawa has ridden his bicycle on much of the K&P Trail over the years. He has covered the Renfrew to Calabogie portion but he finds the sections further south better developed.

“I use it every season of the year,” says Almond. “On the days I walk, I bring my dog. I used to bring my dog when I cycled also but he’s 15 now and can’t follow me when I ride my bike any more.”

“The thing that draws me is geo cach-

ing,” says Almond.

There are loose associations where people are provided with coordinates of caches. When they find the caches, they sign their names on a logbook. Some of the larger caches have trinkets and people can take one in exchange for leaving one. That provides good motivation for younger kids.

“I use it for the exercise,” says Almond.

“It’s the reward for doing the exercise.”

Meagan Cameron and her five year old son Noah Schamburek are also riding their bicycles along the trail.

“My husband comes to the trail once a week and he does long rides, like 60 or 70 kilometres,” says Cameron.

“But Noah and I just started and we’re doing the trail piece by piece. We also want to do the Rideau Trail, that’s our goal.”

They were on their second outing on the trail when I met them. Having done 13 kilometres the first time out, their goal was to do a little longer this time.

“We stop for a snack along the way,” says Cameron. “The reward for Noah is that he gets a jelly bean whenever we get to a road.”

In Sharbot Lake, I met Patricia Petrucka from Arden, walking with her two dogs.

“My dogs and I love to walk, not so much my husband,” says Petrucka.

But Petrucka and her husband plan to use the trail together more often this year.

“We just bought a side-by-side and we intend to join a local club and use the trails much more this year,” she says. “I think more people are using the trail as they try to find something to get them out of the house but to remain safe at the same time.

It’s something that they can do as couples with friends because you are wearing masks, distancing, and are outdoors.”

The K&P Trail really does offer something for everyone. Whether you just want to get some fresh air on a short walk, ride a bicycle for many kilometres or go on longer expeditions while discovering some beautiful sceneries in our area, check out the trail and what it has to offer. ■

This Great Blue Heron was seen on the K&P Trail in Harrowsmith on April 13. One of the many sights that can be seen on the trail. Photo

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