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he Province of Ontario kept to its commitment to let the public be the first to know about new policies regarding COVID-19 as soon as they have been determined last week. In an illustration of how that works, Kingston Medical Officer of Health, Kieran Moore, who sits on the provincial vaccination task force, was on a media call on Thursday. He was asked about his expectations regarding the expansion of the age groups who will be eligible for Pfizer vaccine from mass vaccination clinics. He said that the province monitors the booking rate at mass clinics through its COVAX booking system, and expands the eligibility when vacancies start appearing in booking times. “They have been going in 5-year increments, and I expect it will drop to 55 very soon, maybe early next week,” he said. As Moore was speaking, the Minister of Health, Christine Elliott, was holding a province-wide briefing. Not only did she announce that anyone over 55 would have access to the booking system the very next day, Minister Elliott also laid out an aggressive expansion schedule, which will result in all Ontarians over 16 being able to access the system by the end of May. With a commitment of 30,000 doses in the KFL&A region in the month of May, Moore cautioned that while access to the booking system will expand quickly, access to an actual appointment may still lag, as appointments will only come available once there is certainty that a sufficient supply of vaccine will be available to fill all of the appointment slots. Ontarians 50 and over, will be able to book appointments this week (the week of May 3), 40+ on the week of May 10, 30+ the week of May 17, and 18+ on the week of May 24. The expansion of those who are eligible to book through the provincial system (which can be accessed at Ontario.ca or KFLAPH.ca) extends also to specific groups of workers. Teachers and education workers are now eligible to book, and essential workers, including those working in retail (grocery store, convenience store and restaurant workers among them), will be able to book an appointment starting next week (week of May 10). While provincial and federal officials have made announcements about new supplies of both Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines that are scheduled to arrive in May, Dr. Moore said that at this point, it is only the Pfizer supply that he is certain will arrive between now and the end of May. “It is important to remember that opening up the booking system to younger age groups does not mean there will be

a vaccine available for them right away,” he said. However, he said that if more vaccine does arrive, the mass clinics that KFL&A Public Health runs, as well as the primary care and pharmacy-based clinics, will ramp up to deliver vaccines to as many people, as quickly as possible. “If we have the vaccine and bookings to put 5,000 shots in arms each day, we will open longer hours and bring more people to make that happen,” he said. As of Monday, May 3, 43.6% of eligible residents in the KFL&A region had received at least one dose of vaccine. With current commitments of supply, Dr. Moore said that will rise to over 55% by the end of May. And, in KFL&A at least, vaccine hesitancy does not seem to be an issue, at least among the aging population. 98% of those over 80, and 94% percent of those over 75, have had a shot. The percentage drops to 84.4% for residents aged 70-74, and 73.3% for those between 65

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by Jeff Green aryam Monsef has a long title. She is the Federal Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development. As part of a campaign to promote the recent budget, Minister Monsef conducted a series of interviews with rural news outlets last week. In a phone interview with the Frontenac News, she talked about some of the initiatives that were included in the budget. “Our number one objective is to help

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“Thanks to the advocacy of so many, including people in Peterborough, there is half a billion being invested in the VIA Rail high frequency rail project. I'd like to take this opportunity to thank everybody in the region for supporting this. This is important for jobs in the future, it is important for connecting people, and for working together.” In an earlier version of the VIA high frequency rail plan, there were stations or potential stations earmarked for Tweed and Sharbot Lake, but the most recent mapping does not have any stations between Peterborough and Smiths Falls. When it was pointed out that the rail project's impact on Eastern Ontario communities between Peterborough and Ottawa will depend on whether there are stations along the way, Monsef deferred to VIA. I think the planning of the route and the pathways that will be used, will be led by VIA rail. The proposal that they presented [to the federal government] is still under review. “If communities can come up with smart business models that make sense to VIA, VIA will look at them. This is the time to start having those conversations,” she said. She summed up her remarks by saying that economic recovery “in rural Canada starts with rural broadband. That, and other measures in the budget, create the conditions for really exciting conversations for community planning, and regional community economic development. Rural leaders should be really proud of how they pushed for VIA Rail, childcare, and support for seniors.” ■

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entral Frontenac Township had an unqualified (“clean”) audit opinion for 2020, Anne Wojciechowski and Cara Chesney of MNP LLP told Central Frontenac Council at its regular (online meeting) Tuesday. “There were no difficulties encountered during the course of our audit procedures, no changes to initial audit plans and no disagreements or difficulties with management,” Wojciechowski said. “There were no significant internal control weaknesses.” She said the Township has improved the net asset position from the prior year, reflecting the availability of resources to fund future services. “At the end of 2020, the Township had an accumulated operating surplus of $4,285,147 and a net investment in tangible capital assets of $36,427,449,” she said. “Total reserves were $4,140,047d (and) total reserve funds were $43,969,038.” Property taxation revenues and PIL’s increased by 7 per cent (consistent with rate in prior year). And there was an increase in government grants, consistent with funding

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“How do we compare with townships of similar size?” “You’re comparable with townships of similar size,” said Chesney. I don’t have any specific concerns.” Fireworks Bylaw Council passed a new fireworks bylaw with one new addition. The previously approved bylaw restricted fireworks to New Year’s Eve, Victoria Day, Canada Day, American Independence Day and Labour Day (or for things like birthday parties, anniversaries or other cultural events with an exemption by the Chief Fire Official applied for a minimum seven days prior to the event). However, Fire Chief Jamie Riddell said they added a new clause such that consumer fireworks will also be permitted three days before or after the previously mentioned holidays. “This is to accommodate our non-permanent residents who are only here on weekends and the holiday occurs during the week,” he said.

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No Randy, being taken from your family and forced into residential schools, is not an act of collaboration with a person or their family. It was not even coercion; it is kidnapping with genocidal intent. I thought, after all this, that I was used to Randy’s hyperbole. After all, his main goal is to rescue himself from political oblivion, and it is working, although to what end we don’t yet know. I wish him well in the court case that he has been so eager to bring about. I wish him well with the integrity commissioner also, where municipalities and potential political opponents have been rushing to report his conduct to. Those are the venues for him. It might seem trivial, after all he has said and done and tweeted over the past couple of years, but last night I was freshly offended by a tweet. Randy said that Ontario, under the Ford government, reminds him of the “Johnny Cash song, ‘What have we become? I hurt myself today, to see if I still feel I focus on

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• Julie Colgrave, congratulations on your first week of retirement! Your efficiency and personality were great assets at the Post Office and you will be missed. Soon, like most of us “retirees”, you will be saying, “How did I ever have time to work?” Big welcome to Mallory Garrison! • Bingo! Thank you to the Kinsmen Club of Gananoque for supporting the washroom campaign at Ken Garrett Park. Kinsmen TV Bingo has donated $1000 to help us complete the building. • Inverary Youth Activities Group sincerely appreciates the support of all the businesses who have decided to advertise on our ball diamond regardless of the fate of a baseball season for 2021. We are still hoping for a season and your support is our strength. Thank you! • Zoom Games Night ages 10 and up. April event was so much fun another is planned for May 13th. Call 613-3532453 or heathermclurg@hotmail.com to register and receive the zoom link! • Pickleball Enthusiasts: the Introduction to Pickleball sessions will 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. Anyone wanting to learn, contact Kelli at kattgrrrl@gmail.com or 613-545-5288.

Paddles up! • Ken Garrett Park Washroom Campaign - The bottle drive continues to June 30th. Trailer is at 3950 Round Lake Road. Bottles, cans, and wine bags in the first month have totalled $1571.00! Great job, everyone! • Inverary - welcome to Tracie who has just settled into the community. • Rain, snow the weather has been challenging. Cover the plants, uncover the plants. I can handle that BUT I have been really tested this week cutting the grass and swatting black flies. They are here!

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• 128 Years Ago in Maberly: Our quiet little village was unusually excited on the evening of the 27th April. Several of our most amiable citizens were seen wending their way to the English Church. Teams arrived bearing smiling lads and lassies; guns were fired. After half an hour all emerged from the church looking unusually happy. Presently and on the spur of the moment teams were in readiness. All amidst the firing of guns, they made their exit from the village in like manner as they had come. Enquiry made it certain that Thomas Duffey and Minnie Hughes had in the meantime taken each other for “better or worse” and that Rev. Mr. Hutton had in some mysterious way made them both one. [May 3, 1892 Perth Courier]

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• We are now in the month of May. Mothers Day next weekend. Remember your mom, whether she is in Heaven or living. • Sympathy to the St Pierre family at the passing of a father, brother, grandfather. Benjamin St Pierre passed away recently. • We at the retirement home are the proud owners of new lawn furniture. Thanks to all the people that helped with the fundraising. • Birthday greetings to Dawn Boulianne, Julie Flear, Michelle Uens, Tangie Howes, Tammy Dupuis, Megan and Sam Antoine, Katie Tryon, Marcella Sully, Jason Bernard, Lois Parr, Mathew Barr, Paul Scott, Fred Hawley, Graham Hart, Emerald Fox, Cameron Jackson, Kevin Merrigan, Maddie Tryon. • Stay safe. We need to get the second vaccine soon.

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• Congratulations to proud parent Taylor and Jordan Trickey on the arrival of their 8 lb 2 oz baby boy, Myles Timothy, on April 17th! Huge shoutout out to grandparents; Cherie Dunham, Ryan Manion, Darlene Trickey and Great-Grandma Marilyn Taylor Dunham! • Also, congratulations to proud parents Samantha Schonauer and Anthony Crausen on the arrival of their 7 lb 6oz and 20.5 inch baby boy, Colton Carl Peter, on April 30th at 11:15am! Huge shoutout to grandparents Karen & Carl Schonauer and Tina & Pete Crausen and great-grandma Loretta Schonauer! • Big thanks to a generous donation of equipment from the KFL&A Rural Transportation program. They donated a free Wifi Hotspot, and it is now available at the Clarendon Miller Community Hall grounds in Plevna. It should cover the hall, playground and war memorial areas. Posters are installed at the hall grounds for the password and sign on information! • Thank you to Gary Colwell and volunteers for the updates and for all your efforts in completing the North Frontenac Dark Sky Preserve Observatory! It will be quite exciting to have ev-

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• It looks like spring is on the way. The Arden Chipper opened last weekend and was welcomed with open arms. Right now, it’s weekends only with regular summer hours just around the corner. Pizza and wings are still available Thursday to Sunday. • Congratulations are extended to Gordon Wright. Gordon, along with his unique Art, will be featured in Arabella, a prestigious art publication. Look for him ii the May 2021 issue. • The Arden Pastoral church continue on line services. • Vernon Scott along with the Sydenham Holiness Campground host drive in services, at 11:00 am, from now and continue through the Summer months. All are welcome • Bon Echo will open for day use on May 14, but the campground and roofed accommodations will remain closed, until further notice. • Rural Frontenac Community Services are holding a 4-week photo contest, with the following themes: May 3-7 pets, time to Shine, May 10-4 my favorite view (landscape), May 17-21 How does your garden grow, and May 24-28 this is my town, with age categories child 6-12 and youth 12-19. Submit your photos to youth@rfcs.ca by Thursday at 4:00 pm each week. Please see the complete contest rules, at the above web site. A $25 gift card is awarded to the weekly winner. • Sending kind thoughts to all who are facing a troubled time.

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• Congratulations to Rodger Holden of Holden’s Hearth At Home, who is celebrating 2 years in business. How did he celebrate the day? By smoking some ribs on the Hamrforge ois! • News from The Maz: “We have received our first shipment of kayaks and our paddle boards should be arriving in a couple of weeks. Although our showroom is not open during the shut-down, we are happy to serve you curb-side. We would like to thank all of our friends and customers for thinking about us. Many of you have called and made a point of supporting local businesses like ours. For that, we are forever thankful and even more committed to serving you again this summer. Our ice cream shop will be open for the long weekend in May and, as per our tradition, we will be offering 24 flavours of premium Kawartha Dairy ice cream. Can't wait to see you all. Please take care of yourselves and each other.” • Cynthia & Patrick of Hunter's Creek Golf Club would like to shout out a huge thank you to Valerie Valyear McNeil for her dedication, support, knowledge and energy in helping them for the past 3 years and teaching them everything she knows at Hunter's Creek. She will be missed by Cynthia and Patrick and many others at the golf course. “We wish you all the best, Val, in all your future endeavours.” • News from Finnegan’s General Store: “We are very pleased to announce that starting the 3rd week of May, our Icecream Shoppe will be open and we will be serving Kawartha Dairy. Our customers, especially those who live in and around Cloyne, asked us if we could figure out a way to get KD back for ice cream scooping so WE DID. If you've got a favourite flavour, let us know.” • Students and staff at NAEC are raising money in support of the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health by participating in the 2021 Sunrise Challenge. By making a donation, you are supporting ground-breaking research and treatment for thousands of people living with mental illness, including addiction. The contributions you make will go a long way to shape the future of mental health. Your donation and support helps to accelerate progress in mental health research, improving access to care, and creating hope for people who live with mental illness every day. Follow this link: https:// give.camh.ca/site/TR/Events/2021SunriseChallenge?team _id=4853&pg=team&fr_id=1180

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• Our deepest sympathy to Jean Kauffeldt and family on the passing of Mervin. May God bless you and comfort you today, and for the days to come. • The Denbigh Food Bank will be open Tuesday, May 11th. 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. • So exciting to see the buds on the trees turning into leaves, and the spring flowers emerging... Even the dandelions!

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• A huge thank you to Pam Redden, who has offered to write the Harrowsmith column as of May 6th. This has been a great opportunity for me to connect with the community and I have enjoyed it very much! Also, a special thank you to the people who have made my job easier by submitting news for the column. • The Oddfellows/Rebekahs will be hosting a TAKE OUT turkey dinner on Sunday, May 16th at the Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith. PICK UP is between 4:30 and 6:00pm. Advance tickets only, with a cut off date of May 12th. Cost is $15.00. Tickets are available at Sydenham One Stop, Harrowsmith Centex gas station, Hartington VP Fuels and Asselstine Hardware in Verona. For information, call 613372-2410. • As well, the Oddfellows/Rebekahs will be hosting a TAKE OUT bull head fish fry on Saturday, May 22nd at the Golden Links Hall, Harrowsmith. PICK UP is between 4:30 and 6:00pm. Advance tickets only, with a cut off date of May 19th. Cost is $15.00. Tickets are available at Sydenham One Stop, Hartington VP Fuels and Asselstine Hardware in Verona. For information, call 613-217-1346. • Our sincere condolences to Lorne and Debbie Walker and family in the loss of Lorne's father. • Happy birthday to Cheryl Preston (May 9th), Trevor Marshall (May 10th) and my special friend, Anne Kent (May 13th). Hope each of you have a wonderful day! • Quote of the week - “The greatest prison people live in is what other people think.” - David Icke • For items to include in the column, please call Pam (613372-0675) or send an email to her at predden13@hotmail.

South Frontenac’s Recreation, Parks and Leisure Master Plan South Frontenac residents and visitors are invited to take part in the development of the Recreation, Parks and Leisure Master Plan. The purpose of the plan is to provide the Township with long-term direction for the provision of recreation and park services. Following several group sessions, interviews and targeted surveys, the Township is now inviting all community members to have their say and help shape the plan. Through the Engage Frontenac online platform, participants can use tools such as interactive mapping, Q&A and idea discussion boards, and an online survey to provide input for the development of the Master Plan. These engagement opportunities will ensure that the Master Plan is community driven and meets the unique needs of the Township. “The Master Plan will act as a road map for municipal recreation services for many years to come,” says South Frontenac Mayor, Ron Vandewal. “It is imperative that we capture all perspectives. If you use our recreation services, tell us what you like about them or how we can improve. “While we are mindful that the COVID-19 pandemic has limited many current recreation opportunities, we hope that this will be a time for people to reflect on what they would like to see and do going forward,” says Tim Laprade, Arena and Recreation Supervisor. “The Master Plan will be designed for long-term direction, so it is important to think beyond COVID-19 and plan for the future of recreation and leisure services in South Frontenac”. Visit https://www.southfrontenac.net/RPLmasterplan/ for more information and to get involved. For more information about the Master Plan project contact: Tim Laprade Recreation & Arena Supervisor tlaprade@southfrontenac.net 613-376-3027 Ext. 2231 ■

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The Rideau Trail - A More Rugged & Natural Alternative For Hikers

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FRONTENAC, Ont. (22/04/2021) - Gord Janzen (red coat) and friend Mark Kotchapay are enjoying a walk on the Rideau Trail, which is shared with the Cataraqui Trail here, with their dogs on this sunny but cool Thursday afternoon on April 22. “It’s part of dealing with COVID,” says Kotchapay. “We call it forest therapy,” adds Janzen. Photo by Daniel Geleyn

By Daniel Geleyn he Rideau Trail, like the K&P Trail and the Cataraqui Trail, offers options for hikers and cyclists in our area but there are significant differences as well. Both the K&P Trail and the Cataraqui Trail take advantage of abandoned rail lines to create recreational trails that are widely available for both self-propelled and motorized recreational use. Because they both use old rail lines, these trails generally have no steep grades, are wide, and go through built-up areas. On the other hand, the Rideau Trail was established to promote self-propelled outdoor activities such as hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, and no motorized vehicles are allowed. For the adventurous mountain bikers, cycling is also possible in some parts of the trail, but certainly not all of it, as some parts are too rugged. The Rideau Trail is a 387 kilometres network of trails between the City of Kingston and the City of Ottawa. But its main difference with the K&P and Cataraqui Trail is that none of it is owned by the Rideau Trail Association. While the K&P Trail is owned by the municipalities and the Cataraqui Trail is owned by the Cataraqui Conservation Authority, the Rideau Trail was developed by leveraging existing trails along the way. It goes through two provincial parks, a number of conservation areas, and about a third of it is on private land. Some of the Rideau Trail is actually also using the K&P and the Cataraqui trails. It is a network of hiking trails that is made possible by the generous permission of both private and public landowners and enhanced by a special fund called the Rideau Trail Preservation Fund. “That is an important aspect of the Rideau Trail to understand by the users and it has led to some incidents recently,” says Rusty Bassarab, the trail coordinator for the Rideau Trail Association. He adds that “With all the people that are new to hiking that are on the trails, some of them don’t really know all the trail protocols or understand that they may be on private property.” The Rideau Trail Association is managed as a charitable entity and it oversees three separate hiking clubs, one in Ottawa, one in Kingston, and the third one called Central is based out of Perth and Smiths Falls. The three clubs include a membership of more than 500 people. The fees are small and they offer a number or organized hikes that cover all four seasons, as well as many opportunities for social activities. The current pandemic has of course had a significant impact on their activities but they encourage their members to stay active by providing individual challenges, such as completing at least 50 kilometres on each of the three sectors.

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The Rideau Trail is not restricted to the members of the clubs. Everyone is welcome to take advantage of the trails but users should have a basic understanding of the rules for using these trails, especially when it comes to private property. In addition to promoting the enjoyment of the trails, the Rideau Trail Association and its clubs are responsible to liaise with the many public and private land owners. They also have members responsible for the maintenance of the trails and some infrastructure construction along the trails. Jim Lorimer is the Kingston Club construction coordinator. “As the construction coordinator, my responsibilities are building infrastructure on the trail like bridges, stairs, that sort of things,” he says. The replacement of stiles, structures that provide people passage over or through a boundary like a fence, is also an important part of his job. Since the trail often goes through private land, it is important to respect the requirements imposed by the owners. Todd Norris, a resident of Verona, is a regular user of the trails as he walks his dogs on a daily basis. “This is a much more natural habitat compared to the K&P and Cataraqui trails. This is much more untouched,” he says. I also met Mark Kotchapay and Gord Janzen, both from Sydenham, on a section of the Rideau Trail that is on the Cataraqui Trail. Kotchapay’s property backs onto the Cataraqui Trail so he is very familiar with it and a regular user with his dog CJ. In fact, his father remembers when the tracks were removed in the late 1980’s. Janzen, on the other hand, moved to Sydenham from Kingston three years ago. “When we moved here, we said we need to look at places close to the trails and we really like Sydenham,” he says. While Janzen is recently retired and can now enjoy the trails on a daily basis with his dogs Grady and Sophie, Kotchapay still works as a pastor so his time on the trail is more limited. “Normally, I would not be out for a walk at two in the afternoon,” says Kotchapay. “But it’s a part of dealing with COVID, this is part of self-care,” he adds. “We call it forest therapy,” says Janzen. “We could also call it trail therapy.” While they are not currently regular users of the Rideau Trail, our conversation peaked their interest for another option to the Cataraqui Trail. While the K&P and the Cataraqui trails offer some clear advantage due to their accessibility and ease of use, the Rideau Trail offers a more natural setting and more challenging hikes for those that wish to push themselves a bit more. Find out more about the Rideau Trail at www.rideautrail.org ■

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Court Sports Fever Still Spreading In Sharbot Lake

By Jeff Green or years, the derelict tennis and basketball courts at the former Sharbot Lake Public School have been languishing. But now, weeks after a volunteer group began work on them, they are neat and tidy and ready for an upgrade. As soon as this weekend, weather permitting, a company from Kingston will be on site repairing and resealing the asphalt, and will return later to paint lines for tennis, pickleball, badminton and basketball. Fundraising efforts for the infrastructure work, as well as nets and other equipment, have had early success. At this point, thanks in part to a donation and challenge from 1010 Garden Centre (a $1010 donation) other businesses have stepped up, including the Sharbot Lake General Store and PetroCan which has ponied up another $1,000. “We have raised $4,500 so far,” said Frank Girard, a former principal at Sharbot Lake Public School, who is handling much of the infrastructure work for the project. In addition to the equipment, the group is hoping to purchase fabric to cover at least the south facing fence around the court, as a windbreak. The former school site is slated to be

used for a municipal project, likely a seniors’ housing complex, within the next few years, and the group has its eyes on another site in Sharbot Lake, near Granite Ridge Education Centre. Most of the money that is being raised for the project is going towards equipment that can be used at a new site. “The public enthusiasm for the project is not based on something a few years down the road,” said Sharbot Lake Pickleball Association President Sandy Robertson. “People want to get out this summer, they want to be out playing now.” Scheduling the multi-use space will likely be handled by a sports scheduling app that organisers are looking at signing on to. There is likely to be a cost for participants to use the space, to cover the cost of the app and some other ongoing expenses, but it will be a nominal fee. The project is being supported by the Central Frontenac District 3 (Oso) Recreation Committee, and as such all donations will be eligible for a charitable tax receipt. Contributions should be made out to the Township of Central Frontenac with OSO Rec Committee – Pickleball written in the memo area ■

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By Jeff Green lue Skies in the Community (BSIC), the outreach arm of the 48 year old Blue Skies Music Festival, has received an anonymous donation of $10,000 to help the music community during the COVID-19 pandemic. The BSIC committee has decided to provide 10 small(ish) grants of $1,000 each to musicians whose household income from musical activities has been significantly impacted by COVID-19. In normal times, BSIC provides grants for workshops, concerts, and other musical projects in schools and communities throughout Eastern Ontario. Most of its funding comes from the annual music festival that takes place in Clarendon, near Sharbot Lake, on the

August long weekend. Much has changed for BSIC, over the past year, as it has for the festival. The summer arts camp, and the adult music camp, that BSIC runs have been cancelled in both 2020 and 2021, and the festival has been cancelled in 2021 for the second straight year, although a virtual festival has replaced the live one (see blueskiesmusicfestival.ca for details about the 2021 version). “After receiving this money, we had to decide what would be the best thing to do. We know that there are quite a few people who are having a tough time, and we decided to try to help out some of those musicians with 10 grants,” said Linda Rush of Ompah, the community granting lead on the

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BSIC committee. The grant application form, which is available at blue-skies-in-the-community.ca, describes the purpose of the grants. “We are very open to a wide variety of creative musical projects that would benefit from this grant. Whether it is the time to write, arrange or record new music, engage in educational projects that will assist you in the redevelopment of your post Covid career, or any other creative idea, we will consider supporting it with this grant,” it says. Musicians from a broad region, “Kingston north to Bancroft, Belleville east to Ottawa and places in between” are invited to apply. The application deadline is May 28. The grants are going to be awarded in June, and successful applicants will be asked to submit a report, outlining what they have accomplished with the money. “These grants will not solve all the financial or career problems that musicians have encountered, but it will give a bit of a boost financially, and maybe open up some possibilities for them going forward,” said Rush. ■

Notice of Special Joint Council Meeting of The Townships of North Frontenac, Central Frontenac, South Frontenac and Frontenac Islands Concerning the draft Community Safety and Well Being Plan Take Notice that the Councils of North Frontenac, Central Frontenac, South Frontenac and Frontenac Islands are holding a joint council meeting on the 20h day of May, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. Purpose of the meeting: The purpose of this joint meeting will be to receive and consider the draft joint Community Safety and Well Being Plan prepared in accordance Section 143 of the Police Services Act R.S.O.1990, c.P. 15, as amended Due to the State of Emergency and ongoing pandemic the meeting will be held using electronic participation via Zoom.

Frontenac Mortgage Investment Corporation (Frontenac) hereby announces that the Board of Directors has established a record date of May 9, 2021. This date establishes the list of shareholders eligible to receive notice of and vote at the Annual General and Special Meeting (AGM). The AGM will be held virtually on June 18, 2021. The meeting will start at 2:00 p.m.

To attend the meeting you may register in advance on-line through the following link: https:// us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CfI4HrZbShCHZHCwkrZU_g. The meeting will also be live streamed on the Township of Central Frontenac’s Youtube channel. Additional Information related to the draft Community Safety and Well Being Plan is available by contacting Cindy Deachman, Deputy Clerk at Central Frontenac, by phone 613, 279-2935 x 237, by email cdeachman@centralfrontenac.com or by mail 1084 Elizabeth Street, P.O. Box 89, Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0. Due to the stay at home order, we cannot accommodate personal appointments at this time. Dated at the Township of Central Frontenac this 29th day of April, 2021. Cindy Deachman, Deputy Clerk Township of Central Frontenac 1084 Elizabeth Street, P.O. Box 89 Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0 613-279-2935 x237

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How Do The Turtles Cross The Road? With Help, Sometimes. By Jeff Green ith an earlier than normal thaw this year, turtles have been on the move since early April. Although Ontario’s turtles spend most of their time in the water, both males and females travel on land in the spring, summer, and fall. All turtle species need to lay their eggs on dry land. Since roads are everywhere, they often need to cross them to get to their nesting sites. About half of the turtles hit by cars are adult females on their way to lay eggs. June is the height of nesting season, but they are active on roads anytime between April and November. Unlike other animals that are often hit by cars, turtles move slowly. It is not hard to avoid them if you are driving at a reasonable speed and looking far ahead. Not only is driving carefully safer for turtles – it’s also safer for drivers. One of the major reasons that turtles often end up having to cross over roads and highways has to do with the changes that have taken place in southern Ontario over the last 100 years. “Over 70% of southern Ontario’s wetlands have been drained or filled or otherwise converted to other uses, and the wetlands that remain are often fragmented by roads,” according to Ontarioturtle.ca Helping turtles cross the road Ontarioturtle.ca is active across Ontario, and Turtles Kingston provides resources for turtle lovers in South Frontenac. Turtle Guardians is a project of the Land Between, which covers Haliburton and Hastings Counties, as well as North and Central Frontenac. While the first bit of advice, from all these organisations, is to drive slowly on country roads in order to be able to easily avoid turtles, helping turtles cross the road, only in cases where there is no traffic, can be beneficial. “Always be sure of your own safety before stopping to help a turtle on the road,” says Ontarioturtle.ca “If it is safe to do so, gently move the turtle in the direction they are going. Do not handle the turtle any more than is necessary. Once you have moved it across the road retreat a respectful distance if you wish to continue observing it. “Most turtles can be picked up carefully with two hands. But be careful helping a snapping turtle across the road – keep a safe distance from their head as they will snap at you if they feel threatened. Do not handle a snapping turtle unless you feel comfortable doing so.” How to handle a snapping turtle: An uninjured snapper can be coaxed across the road using a shovel or a board, If you must pick up a snapping turtle by hand, do so by coming behind him, and sliding your dominant hand underneath him, from under the tail, as if you were picking up a tray of drinks, or a pizza box. Stabilize the tail with your non-dominant hand (of course you do NOT hold them by the tail). (see photo below) This should prevent any ability to bite or scratch you. Make sure to hold them well away from your body! A Snapper can reach its midpoint, so do not pick it up near its middle. Never pick up a turtle by the tail; you may damage its spine. Make sure to wash hands, or carry a hand sanitizer with you in the care – do not handle food until you have washed your hands. Turtles have a good relationship with bacteria that we do not. While they may not be sick, they can still pass on bacteria to us that can cause illness in humans. Turtle species in Ontario

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There are 7 common species of turtle in Ontario, and all of them have been designated as species at risk. The most at risk are the Spiny Softshell, Spotted and Wood turtles, which are classed as ‘Endangered’ - species that face imminent extirpation or extinction. Blanding’s turtles are classed as ‘Threatened’ - species likely to become endangered if nothing is done to reverse the factors leading to extirpation or extinction. Three other species, Northern Map, Eastern Musk and Snapping turtles are classed as ‘Species of Special Concern - species that may become threatened, or endangered, because of a How to handle a snapping turtle: An uninjured snapper can be coaxed across the road using a combination of biological shovel or a board. If you must pick up a snapping turtle by hand, do so by coming behind him, and characteristics or identifi- sliding your dominant hand underneath him, from under the tail, as if you were picking up a tray of drinks, or a pizza box. Stabilize the tail with your non-dominant hand (of course you do NOT hold able threats. Anyone who is interested them by the tail). (see photo below) This should prevent any ability to bite or scratch you. Make in learning more about tur- sure to hold them well away from your body! A Snapper can reach it’s midpoint so do not pick it up near its middle. ever pick up a turtle by the tail; you may damage its spine. tles and becoming active Turtles Kingston is asking those who come across in turtle conservation, can dead or injured turtles to take care of the transport themregister to be a turtle guardian at turtleguardians.com. Within the turtle guardian program, guardians can selves. For people living in Southeastern Ontario, turtles can be progress from identifying turtle species, to monitoring wetlands, working on conservation projects, to becoming brought to the Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre (8749 County Road #2 – Napanee – 613-354-0264) and the other locafull fledged turtle researchers. In the past, and hopefully in the future as well, Turtles tion, that does this kind of work, is the Ontario Turtle ConKingston ran a trauma response program, whereby, in servation Centre at 1434 Chemong Rd #4, Peterborough partnership with local veterinarians, volunteer drivers – 705-741-5000) Call first before going to either of these transported injured or dead turtles to the Sandy Pine locations. They both have instituted COVID protocols for the safety of their staff and the public. Wildlife Centre. For further information, go to Turtleguardians.com, OnBecause of COVID-19, that program was cancelled in tarioturtle.ca or the Turtles Kingston Facebook page. ■ 2020 and has been cancelled for 2021 as well.

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF HERBICIDE USE FOR ROADSIDE WEED CONTROL The County of Lennox & Addington and its four Lower Tier Municipalities (The Town of Greater Napanee, Loyalist Township, The Township of Stone Mills and The Township of Addington Highlands) have engaged the services of Wagar & Corput Weed Control Inc. for the application of herbicide to control vegetation at all guiderail locations, and control noxious weeds along the municipally owned right of ways. This pesticide use falls under the exception to the cosmetic pesticide ban mentioned in subsection 7.1 (2) of the Pesticides Act and prescribed in section 29 of Ontario Regulation 63/09 for other legislative requirements. The following rural roadsides to be sprayed are: County of Lennox and Addington: County Road 24/Coronation Boulevard, County Road 1 East, County Road 1 West, County Road 11, County Road 12, County Road 13, County Road 14, County Road 15, County Road 16, County Road 17, County Road 18, County Road 19, County Road 2, County Road 20, County Road 21, County Road 22, County Road 25, County Road 27, County Road 3, County Road 4, County Road 4 West, County Road 41, County Road 5/ Palace Road, County Road 6, County Road 7/Church Street, County Road 8, County Road 9/River Road, County Road 10/Deseronto Road, County Road 26/Jim Snow Drive, County Road 28/Millhaven Road, County Road 23/Taylor-Kidd Boulevard Greater Napanee: Abrams Road, Apsley Street, Armstrongs Lane, Asselstine Road, Bathurst Street, Bayview Drive, Beechwood Road, Benn's Point Road, Big Creek Road, Brady Road, Bridge Street West, Brown Sideroad, Buttermilk Falls Road, Chambers Road, Champlain Street, Cheese Factory Road, Community Road, Cooks Road, Deseronto Road, Drive-In Road West, Fitchett Road, Fretts Lane, Frisk Road, Galt Street, Gerow Road, Glennelm Road, Goodyear Road, Hambly Road, Hemling Lane, Herrington Lane, Hickory Lane, Huyck Street, Johnsons Sideroad, Kimmett's Sideroad, Little Creek Road, Lorna Lane, Manion Road, Mcknight's Sideroad, Meach Road, Northfork Road, O'connell Sideroad, Oke Road, Old Boat Ramp Road, Old Hamburg Road, Oliver Sideroad, Perry Road, Pine Grove Road, Pleasant Drive, Pringles Sideroad, Ridge Road, Road 1, Ruuth's Lane, Salmon River Road, Sherman's Point Road, Shorey Road, Smith Road, South Shore Road, Staples Lane, Storey Street, Switzerville Road, Third Concession Road, Townline Road, United Street, Vanluven Road, Wellington Street, Woodcock Street Stone Mills: Adair Road, Ballahack Road, Bawn Road, Bethel Road, Blue Heron Street, Botden Road, Brady Road, Breen Road, Brown Road, Brown Road North, Butternut Road, California Road, Camden-Portland Boundary Road, Camden-Sheffield Boundary Road, Card Road, Carroll Road, Centreville Road, Christopher Road, Church Road, Clancy Road, Colebrook Road, Cowdy Road, Craigen Road, Curl Road, Cutler Road, Detlor Road, Dowdle Road, Doyle Road, Edges Road, Embury Road, Estis Road, Fifth Lake Road, Finlay Street, Freeman Road, Frizzell Road, Galbraith Grove Road, German Road, Gibson Road, Gilmore Road, Goodyear Road, Haggerty Road East, Hinch Road, Holden Road, Hooper Road, Howes Road, Huffman Road, Hunt Road, Jackson Road, Joyce Road, Keech Road, Kirk Road, Lake Road, Main Street, Maple Avenue Road, Marlin Road, Martin Drive, Mccutcheon Road, Mcgill Road, Mckeown Drive Road, Mclaughlin Road, Mcquay Road, Miller Road, Milsap Road, Moscow Road, Mountain Road, Murphy Road, Ninth Concession Road, North Road East, North Road West, Nugent Road, Park Road, Percy Road, Petworth Road, Pinecrest Road, Potchett Road, Red Cedar Point Road, Riverwood Cove, Robinson Road, Rogers Road, Roman Street, School Road, Shibagua Road, Teskey Road, Tower Road, Varty Lake Road, Victoria Street, Wagar Road, Wartman Road Loyalist: Absalom Road, Big Creek Road, Brandon Road, Caton Road, Chatterson Road, Chipmunk Ridge Road, Clark Road, Doyle Road, Empey Road, Fairbanks Street, Fisk Road, Florida Road, Fralick Road, Fred Brown Road, Gift Road, Golf Course Road, Ham Road, Hegadorn Road, Howes Road, Irish Road, Love Road, Lucas Road, Maple Road, Mcconnell Road, Mcintyre Road, Newburgh Road, Old Wilton Road, Peters Road, Rees Road, Rose Road, Scotland Road, Shane Street, Sharpe Road, Simmons Road, Switzerville Road, Thorpe Road, Vent Road, Violet Road, Wilson Road, Wing Road, Withers Road For Roadside Spraying: Clearview Herbicide, active ingredients Aminopyralid, present as potassium salt, Metsulfuron -methyl, (Reg. #29752) under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada) Gateway Adjuvant, active ingredients Paraffinic Oil, Alkoxylated alcohol non-ionic surfactants emulsifiable concentrate, (Reg. #31470) under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada) For Guiderail Spraying: Clearview Herbicide, active ingredients Aminopyralid, present as potassium salt, Metsulfuron -methyl, (Reg. #29752) under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada) Gateway Adjuvant, active ingredients Paraffinic Oil, Alkoxylated alcohol non-ionic surfactants emulsifiable concentrate, (Reg. #31470) under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada) Credit Xtreme Herbicide, active ingredients Glyphosate, present as isopropylamine and potassium salt, (Reg. #29888) under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada) Arsenal Powerline Herbicide active ingredients Imazapyr, present as the isopropylamine salt, (Reg. #30203) under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada) Commencing on May 17, 2021 (weather permitting) to June 18, 2021. The following areas will NOT be sprayed: Roadside areas mowed and maintained as a lawn by property owners. Minimum 10 metre buffer from surface water and freshwater habitat. Locations requested not to be sprayed by adjacent landowners. If landowners do not want the road allowance in front of their property to be sprayed they must register their request and post "NO SPRAYING" signs at the start and finish of their property. Registration forms are available at the County of Lennox & Addington offices and will require the landowner to enter into an agreement to manage all noxious weeds on the subject frontage. For further information contact (collect calls will be accepted): Wagar & Corput Weed Control Inc., 613-938-2117 or The County of Lennox & Addington 613-354-4883 Further Information regarding weed control is available on the County website: www.lennox-addington.on.ca

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Hanley, Buzz - "The Smiling Irishman" was called home to his Heavenly Father on April 28th, 2021 on the occasion of their 59th Wedding Anniversary. As a devoted husband, he is survived by his wife Helen (nee McKenny). Loving father of Anne Hanley, Gerard and Anne (nee Brennan), Dan, Laverne and Sandra (nee Garofalo), and Jeanine Hanley Bell. Sadly missed by his grandchildren Mary, James, Connor, Michaela, Julia, Kaylyn, Larissa, and Joseph. Fondly remembered by his brother James (Sonja) Hanley and brother-in-law Jack Boyle and sister-inlaw Jean LeClair. Born in Read, ON he is predeceased by his parents James and Angela (nee Lally), his siblings Mary Boyle, Margaret (Andy) Casas, Joseph (Monica), Father Justin Hanley and Thomas. Buzz was an avid lover of nature and the outdoors, especially deer hunting, cutting wood, golfing and was a renowned pitcher in the South Hastings Baseball League. He enjoyed entertaining at the cottage or at home and could be found many nights playing cards with family and friends or attending the closest dance. He was a highly respected professional businessman in the concrete industry who enjoyed a long and fulfilling career for almost 50 years. He was recognized by his associates, employees and friends as a very honest, generous and fun-loving gentleman. He was a dedicated and longtime parishioner of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Amherstview. His family and friends were his greatest love. Special thanks to Dr. N. Reid and her staff, Dr N. Kondor and all the nurses for their excellent care and compassion. There will be a private family Mass Celebrated at St. Linus Catholic Church in Bath with burial to follow. A Memorial Mass will be held at a later date. In memory of Buzz, contributions may by made to Blessed Sacrament Church, St Vincent de Paul Society (Kingston) or Campaign Life Coalition. Please visit www.wartmanfuneralhomes. com to post condolences. The Funeral Mass will be recorded and uploaded to the Wartman Funeral Home website under Buzz Hanley's Obituary and may be viewed after May 4, 2021. Basil Francis Rest in Peace

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1944 – 2021 Graves: Claire Irene, passed away peacefully on 20 April 2021 at her home on Zealand Road in Sharbot Lake at the age of 77. Survived by her husband Doug Steele; brother George Couch (Jackie); sister Catherine Couch; sisters-in-law Margaret and Kim Couch. Predeceased by brothers Hugh, John and Donald Couch. Claire will be missed by her son Christopher Graves [(Mia Boiridy) Léa, Inès, Maël]; stepson Michael Steele [(Gail) -Jesse]; and stepdaughters JoAnn Warren [(Terry) - Kelly and Riley], Pamela Steele [(Ken) - Noe and Lydia] and Michelle Steele (Josie). She held close her sister-in-law by her former marriage, Tonie Chéné and Angela Graves. Claire treasured being with all her family and friends. Claire lived in Sharbot Lake after graduating from teacher’s college and was a career elementary school teacher in Mountain Grove, Sharbot Lake and Parham. She was a proud member of the North Frontenac Little Theatre, Dynamite Tay Modern Square Dance Club, the Sharbot Lake Sunday Nighters (her curling group), and the local book club and bridge group. She travelled extensively in Canada, the United States, Italy, Egypt, South Africa, Australia, India and China. In 2019, Claire was diagnosed with progressive supranuclear palsy, a brain disease that, over time, irreversibly impairs and diminishes one’s abilities to walk, write, read and speak. Claire wished to thank the many friends (Karen Burke and Shelia Weeks--special mention) and neighbours who came to her aid when she fell and for their frequent gifts of cookies and other treasures. A small family gathering will be held at a later date. In Claire’s memory, a donation to the church of your choice or to your local food bank in her name would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences can be made at www.goodfellowsfuneralhome.com Lessard: Norman Hugh, peacefully at home, on April 28, 2021. Born in Kaladar Township, on January 30, 1938, the son of the late Iva Plue and Edward Lessard. Norman will be missed and always loved by his wife Connie; his children Grant (Bridget), Wanda (Eric), Greg and Brett; 10 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; sisters Marian Bernicky, Mabel Tebo; and the Parks family. Predeceased by his sisters Dorothy Lessard and Patricia Renaud and brother Raymond.Due to covid restrictions there will be a private interment at St. John the Evangelist Cemetery, Flinton

OBITUARY Campbell, Naydenne Hattie

Peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 with family by her side at the age of 85. Beloved wife of the late Leslie James Campbell. Loving mother of Nadine Smith (the late Jim Smith) and Dean Campbell (Kim). Grandma to David, Dean and Dale Smith, Rebecca Cutting, Emily Prud’homme, Rachel Yuill, and great Grandma of Gavin, Mason and Olivia Cutting, Madeline Prud’homme. Dear sister of Gerald Badour, Ronald Badour, Shirley Camilleri and the late Frances Simpson, Boyce Badour. Sisterin-law to Ruth Campbell and Leonie Campbell. Naydenne was a devoted and respected teacher for many years in the Ottawa School Board. Now Naydenne is home with the Lord. Due to COVID a private family service will take place. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

In Memoriam In Memory of Fern Hayes January 8, 1948 - May 5, 2011

We are sad within our memory Lonely are our hearts today For the one we loved so dearly Has forever been called away We think of her in silence No eye may see us weep But many a silent tear is shed When others are asleep We’ve been missing you for 10 years... Love you forever, Bill & Family

Smith, Donald (Don)

May 1, 2006 I remember my special brother... with love. Somewhere beyond the shadows Dwells a special brother of mine Whom I looked on as a treasure and cherished friend Of all the many blessings, however great or small To have had you for a brother, was the greatest gift of all Forever in my thoughts and heart. Don, you are loved deeply and sadly missed, Sis, Dorothy (Dot)

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OBITUARY GORR, Carole (nee: Mason)

It’s with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved wife and mother Carole Gorr, on Friday, April 30th 2021 at home in her 79th year. Carole was born in Cleveleys, Lancashire, England in 1942 then immigrated with her family into Canada November 1956. Dear wife of 51 years to Gary and loving mother of Tanja McNea (John) of Kingston. Grammy of Mikayla McNea (Dylan Light), Travis McNea (Amoli Jadhav), Adrianna McNea and dearest Great Grammy to Braelynn. Survived by her sister Joan Mason, Marjorie Marr (John), and brothers Philip Mason (Karen) and Les Mason (Chris) of Kingston, Predeceased by her parents, Francis and Louisa Kate Mason, brother Frank Mason and sister Beryl Mason. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Carole was a longtime employee at Empire Life as Manager of Group Underwriting. After retirement of 41 years her favorite past-times were gardening, doing crosswords, reading and of course she always made time for her family and grandchildren. She was an avid bowler with the Empire Life Bowling League and Hotel Dieu Mixed League for many years. Carole was a Blue Jays fan, was heavily involved as director of the Kingston Fall Fair for many years, and of course was her grandchildren’s biggest fan and supporter as she always attended their activities. She was always busy with Maple Syrup year round working to prepare syrup for market and distribution. There was never a day Carole was bored. Keeping with Carole’s request there will be no service and cremation has taken place. Special thanks to Dr. Robert West, Dr. Nancy Reid, Dr. Eduard Iliescu, Dr. Jason Izard, Dr. Jill Dudebout, all of the nurses & staff of the KGH Renal Unit, Providence Care Staff, BayShore Home Health and Modern City Taxi for the exceptional care they provided. Thank you to the South Frontenac Fire & Rescue Dept. for the quick responses when called upon. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations can be made to South Frontenac Fire & Rescue Department, UHKF (Cancer Centre of Southeastern Ontario), UHKF (Regional Renal Program of South Eastern Ontario), or the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be shared at jamesreidfuneralhome.com.

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George Levi Gaylord April 13, 1928 - May 3, 2021 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of George Gaylord after a short stay at Pine Meadow Nursing Home on Monday, May 3, 2021 at the ripe old age of 93. He kept his wits and his sense of humour with him till the end. George was born in Henderson On., son of the late Sam and Edith Gaylord. He is survived by his sister Mona Rafuse and pre-deceased by his other siblings Ruby, Pearl, Gloria, Shirley, Diamond and Garnet. Proud father of Clifford (Rita) Gaylord and Debbie (Dan) Nowell. Much loved “Grampy” to Marcy Verch (Corrado), Amy (James) Owen, Ian (Lyndsay) Cuddy, Ben (Misti) Cuddy, Erin (Joe) Perry and James (Meg) Cuddy. Great Grampy to DakotaLynn, Emma, Liam, Aurora, George, Christopher, Travis and twin girls arriving in June. Long time companion to Dorothy Thompson. Fondly remembered by a large circle of extended family and friends. George was always a strong worker. He was a logger, truck driver, carpenter, farmer, school bus driver and cut and sold firewood into his 80’s. He particularly enjoyed the time he spent in the 1970’s living, working and visiting communities in the NWT and arctic islands as a carpenter for the airports. His later years were spent up on “the hill” enjoying the wildlife, his animals and growing old together with his cat Tippytail. Heartfelt appreciation goes out to the caring staff at the Acute Care center of Napanee Hospital and of Pine Meadow for making Georges last days as comfortable as possible. Cremation has taken place with Milestone Funeral Center, Northbrook. A service and interment will take place at the Henderson Cemetery at a later date. “Grampy lived a good long life”

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HANDYMAN SERVICE – repairs, drywall, painting, roofing etc. Serving Elphin, Snow Road, Sharbot Lake & area. Contact Todd Gursby for estimates, 613-278-1300 HANDYMAN SERVICE. 40 years experience. No job too small. Repairs, renovations, problem solving. Call Lloyd Hartwick, 613-539-2544 PAINTING - Drywall & Plaster Repair, Interior/ Exterior Painting. Call Eric at Men In White 613-200-1127. WSIB compliant, fully insured. PHOTOCOPY SERVICES available at The Frontenac News, 1095 Garrett St., rear building, Sharbot Lake. Competitive prices! 8½” x 11” Black & White 25¢ ea; Colour copies 60¢ ea. 613-279-3150. PUMP REPAIR: Licenced well technician on staff with 15 years experience. Call Mark, Verona Hardware, 6723 Main St., Verona. Ph. 613-374-2851 WINEMAKING- Make your own wine. Reds, White & Mist available. It's fun & easy. Kits make 30 bottles. Creative Grapes, Plevna 613479-0505.TOWING B’S RADICAL RIDES Towing & Recovery. James Mills owner/operator. 613-335-5050; website: bsradicalrides.ca

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Heavy Equipment Operator / Truck Drivers. (AZ or DZ) Good equipment, well maintained trucks, 50 to 55 hr work weeks, May to Dec. Winter work avaliable (snow plowing and garage work on equipment) 3yr Heavy Truck experience and clean driving abstract. Wages to be discussed If interested call Travis 613-453-2745 or email glmanion50@gmail.com

Public Council Meeting Re: Amendment to the Fees and Charges By-law

Take Notice That the Council of the Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac will hold a Public Meeting on May 28, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. This will be a virtual meeting. To register for the meeting, contact the undersigned or use the following Zoom link: https:// us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ ZpTR5FzrQcyF5dBIawVDVQ Purpose and Effect: To consider a Bylaw to Amend the Fees and Charges Bylaw more specifically to amend Schedule “C” Building Permit Fees to change the: • Building Without a Permit Fee to be 100% of the Building Permit Fee with a maximum charge of $5,000. And That interested parties may contact the undersigned for information or a copy of the proposed Fee Schedule; And That any person may make written and/or verbal representation either in support or in opposition of the proposed fees. Dated this 30th day of April, 2021. Tara Mieske Clerk/Planning Manager Township of North Frontenac 613-479-2231 Ext. 225 clerkplanning@northfrontenac.ca

LOOKING for old rusting hulks that you want to turn into cash. Buyers of old trucks/cars/ gas station/marine collectibles. What have you got? Cash paid call Gord if not available leave a message 905-376-2327 or email gbh@ surelco.ca STANDING TIMBER, firewood, pine, cedar, bush lots. Free quotes, cash paid. Call 613279-2154.

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LOOKING for a bachelor or 1 bedroom apartment in Mountain Grove/Sharbot Lake area starting May 1st or soonest. Adult male, non-smoker/drinker, quiet, good references, diligently pays bills. Call Susan 613-483-6608. VERY RELIABLE couple looking seeking 1 or 2 bedroom house, good references available, Verona/Harrowsmith catchment area. Immediate occupancy. 613-453-6087 or 613453-1120

MISSING Moose, Tri coloured male St. Bernard. Missing from Harrowsmith March 31st. Do not approach, call if seen. 613-449-4370.

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Employment Opportunity If you are under 30 years of age, you are invited to apply for this exciting short-term Canada Summer Jobs work experience. There are two positions: (1) The Child and Youth Worker successful candidate will provide direct supports to children, youth, and seniors with intellectual disabilities to engage in community and be involved in planning and the delivery of service in all programs offered by CLNF. (1) The Administrative Intern successful candidate will provide administrative support functions within the office, Treasure Trunk and with Community Presence. We are looking for individuals who are outgoing, dynamic, creative and personable. The pay rate is $18.00 per hour for a 35-hour work week for a period of 16 weeks. Preference will be given to individuals in the Developmental Services field. Applicants with experience or interest in another Human Service field will also be considered. Driver’s license and Vulnerable Sector Check will be required. Send your cover letter and resume to Estelle DiCintio at edicintio@clnf.ca or drop off at 1025 Elizabeth St., Sharbot Lake, ON by noon, Friday, May 14, 2021.

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Part Time Position Direct Support Professional Community Living – North Frontenac has an opening for a Part Time Direct Support Professional. The successful candidate will demonstrate professional attributes and a high level of leadership while providing support in recreation, life skills development, person centered planning and the facilitation of personal outcomes. The Direct Support Professional will provide flexible supports that are responsive to the needs of the person while promoting independence. Driver’s license, Vulnerable Sector Check and Driver’s Abstract will be required. First Aid & CPR is an asset. Preference will be given to individuals with a Developmental Service Worker diploma, however related work experience will be considered. Must be available to work, days/evenings/ weekends with dedicated work hours. If you think that you are the right person to join our team, please send your cover letter and resume to Estelle DiCintio at edicintio@clnf.ca or drop off at 1025 Elizabeth St., Sharbot Lake, ON by noon, Friday, May 14, 2021.

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For the Violence Against Women Program Permanent-part time (21 hours/week) located at satellite office in Sharbot Lake Job Summary: To provide supportive counselling to women 16 years of age and older who have or are experiencing violence in their lives. Qualifications: • A Social Service Worker Diploma or equivalent • At least 2 years of experience in counseling from a feminist perspective • Strong Advocacy Skills • Excellent problem-solving skills • Basic knowledge of Family & Criminal Law • Strong understanding of Domestic Violence • Experience in a rural setting an asset • Experience in crisis intervention • Experience in group facilitation Please send resume with cover letter to the attention of: Susan Andrew-Allen Director of Programs s.andrewallen@lolcs.com Land O’Lakes Community Services 12497A Highway 41 Northbrook, Ont. K0H 2G0 Closing date: Friday, May 21, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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By Jeff Green oe Gallivan, the Manager of Planning Services for Frontenac County, recalled a recent call that was reSunday May 9 ceived at a township office in the county recently. An PERTH ROAD UNITED CHURCH PODCAST 10am. Due to the recent urban refugee who had just bought a lakefront property “Stay at Home” order to at least May 20th, we will be continuing to have phoned to find out how to arrange for the township to podcasts only. Please tune in from home at www.pruc.ca turn on the water and hook up their property to the muTuesday May 11 DENBIGH - FOOD BANK 11am. Addington Highlands Community Centre. nicipal sewage system. This story not only illustrates that city dwellers take COVID rules in place. Food Bank dates are the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of municipal servicing for granted, it also explains why it every month. Contact Gail at 613-333-2224 in advance. is so complicated to develop new housing in Frontenac Saturday May 15 NORTHBROOK - SPRING TURKEY DINNER FUNDRAISER 4pm-6pm. County hamlets. “It costs millions of dollars to build municipal water Northbrook Lions Hall. In partnership with Hunter’s Creek Golf Club, the Lions Club of Land O’Lakes is having a Spring Turkey Dinner Fundraiser. and sewer systems. Municipalities don’t have that kind Pre-order your take-out dinners by May 12th by calling 613-336-9426. of money available. It is a total dead end for developCost is $15 per meal. Pick up between 4-6pm. Thank you in advance for ment,” said Joe Gallivan. supporting our Club. We are proud to serve your community. That means, even with the option of plans of subdiviSunday May 16 sion and plans of land use condominium being available HARROWSMITH - TAKE OUT TURKEY DINNER 4:30pm-6pm. Golden to developers, each lot that is created must be large Links Hall. Advance tickets only with a cut off date of MAY 12, cost is $15.00. Tickets available at Sydenham One Stop, Harrowsmith gas enough to accommodate a well and septic system, limitstation, Hartington gas station and Asselstine Hardware in Verona. For ing development to single family dwellings on 1 hectare lots (2.5 acres). info call613-372-2410. In the latest version of the Provincial Policy Statement Saturday May 22 HARROWSMITH - TAKE OUT BULL HEAD FISH FRY 4:30pm-6pm. (PPS), which was approved last year, the Province of Golden Links Hall. Advance tickets only with a cut off date of MAY 19, Ontario said that “communal servicing” is the preferred cost is $15.00. Tickets available at Sydenham One Stop, Hartington gas option for rural development. station and Asselstine Hardware in Verona. For info call 613-217-1346. “Communal servicing” refers to a single water and sewer system providing service for a number of properties within a development, which would allow for commercial development and multi-family units, as well as single family dwellings, to be constructed within a single development, all serviced by one water and septic system. The one thing that is preventing these kinds of developments from being proposed within Frontenac County, and elsewhere in the province, is liability. If a developer makes this We are committed to delivering community news free of charge, each kind of proposal right now, week through Canada Post. In this way, we ensure 12,500 households the local municipality has to be concerned about the receive a copy of the Frontenac News each week. possibility that the water or sewer system may fail, We do not have a paywall on either of our two websites, and the developer of the Frontenacnews.ca (which we load with the stories from the paper and upcondominium corporation, date throughout the week as well) and Frontenac-live.ca (where comprethat owned the asset, may end up dissolving, leavhensive event listings and a complete business directory are located). ing the municipality and its ratepayers with the cost of We remain committed to providing information for free thanks to the repairing or replacing the revenue generated by our advertisers. system. In order to cover themselves against that However, mailing and websites incur costs. Therefore we are asking potential liability, municifor support from those of our readers who can afford it. Delivery of The palities need to demand a deposit from the developer Frontenac News each week costs $30.00 per year to each home, if a to cover that liability, and small portion of our readers are able to pay $30, $50 or $100, it would those costs are so high that

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communal servicing is not a viable option for developers. “If the municipal liability issue was solved, developers would be eager to invest in rural communities. That’s what they have been telling me for years,” said Joe Gallivan. For over 4 years, Gallivan has been working to find a solution to this impasse. And over the past year a committee made up of the Frontenac County Mayors, as well as four Frontenac County residents with expertise in finance, development, planning, and politics, have been meeting and working with a consulting firm to develop a workable solution to the problem. Last week, the final report from the consulting group, WSP Canada, was presented to the April meeting of Frontenac County Council. It was approved by Council and will be presented in May, to the four Frontenac Townships. The report recommends that a Municipal Services Corporation be established. The corporation would be owned by the municipalities that decide to sign up for the plan, but would operate separately from the municipalities. It would enter into contracts with developers to manage water and sewer systems, and would take on the responsibility to make sure the systems are maintained over time. The job of operating utilities would be “contracted out to existing operating utilities in the initial stages of establishment” said the WSP report. “This is similar to what is already taking place in Sydenham. Utilities Kingston operates the water system under contract with the township and Sydenham residents pay a utilities bill,” said Gallivan. In other parts of Frontenac County, the Perth Utilities Corporation might be approached to run the communal systems.” The details about how participating Frontenac municipalities will share the upfront cost of setting up the corporation, which is estimated by WSP to be $700,000. plus contingencies, will have to be worked out. Most funding relationships between the townships are done on the basis of the relative property assessment values,, and that is one of the options that WSP is putting forward. “It is important to point out that it will be up to each township, their own Official Plan processes, to determine where in their township they think communal servicing, and the resulting density of development, is most appropriate. They can identify areas for growth, such as hamlets,” said Gallivan. South Frontenac is now in the process of developing a new Official Plan. Gallivan said that considerations about where and how it wants to allow for communal servicing will be a part of that process, if they sign on to the Municipal Services Corporation. He said that communal servicing is also contemplated in the Central Frontenac Official Plan, which will be approved in the coming months, and that Frontenac Islands has been studying communal servicing for Marysville, in anticipation of significant growth potential, once

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Naec Student, Shana Johnson, To Be Rural Student Trustee On Ldsb

Shana Johnson, a grade 11 student from NAEC named new Rural Student Trustee On Ldsb.

It is fitting that the announcement that Shana Johnson from North Addington Education Centre in Cloyne will be taking on the role of rural student trustee on the Limestone District School Board came during Mental Health Awareness week. In her application letter for the position, Johnson singled out mental health as an issue of concern, particularly as students return to school for the 2021-2022 school year. “Currently, mental, physical and emotional wellness is the greatest area of need as our student body continues to battle the impacts of the pandemic. I believe that this will be our greatest need in September especially for our students who may have been disconnected throughout the summer months. If elected student trust-

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ee, I would want this to be a starting focus in the fall,” she wrote. She already has a background working on mental health issues in her school. She worked on a grant application and a subsequent project which creating innovative mental health kits for students. She also works with Senior’s through the local Lion’s Club, works with elementary students after school, and worked on a campaign to raise funds for the Samaritan’s Purse program. She will be taking on a role with the board, as well as on the Inter-School Council. The rural trustee position has been held by Annika Putnam, from Granite Ridge Education Centre in Sharbot Lake, for the last two years. ■

a new ferry to the City of Kingston is up and running. WSP will be making presentations to each of the townships in May, with the expectation that the local councils will decide whether to participate, or not, in short order, so that when Frontenac County meets in June, or July at the latest, they can begin the process of putting a final business plan together. By the summer of 2022, the corporation can be in place. “If this happens, it will send a message to developers that Frontenac County has this in place. It will give them the certainty they need, and the clarity they need, to put together developments that meet their objectives and the objectives of the local townships,” said Gallivan. “It could make a big difference over the next 30 years.” ■

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News & Public Notices

Have your say! Input wanted for the Recreation, Parks and Leisure Master Plan South Frontenac is continuing the development of the Recreation, Parks and Leisure Master Plan. The purpose of the plan is to provide the Township with long-term direction for the provision of recreation and parks services to community residents and visitors. The second phase for the Master Plan development is well underway. After extensive stakeholder interviews, group sessions and targeted surveys, the Township is now seeking broad public feedback to shape the Master Plan. Resident are encouraged to participate at https://www.southfrontenac.net/RPLmasterplan/.

NOTICE OF CLOSING – PORTION OF UNOPENED ROAD ALLOWANCE Take Notice that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac proposes to pass a by-law to stop up, close and transfer ownership of an unopened road allowance. Location: Portion of the Unopened Road Allowance between Lot 5 & 6, Concession 13 District of Bedford, Township of South Frontenac. And Take Notice, that any person who believes they may be adversely affected by the closure of such unopened road allowance has an opportunity to express their concerns at a meeting open to the public to be held on Tuesday, June 1st, 2021 at 7:00 pm - electronic participation only via Zoom. There will NOT be any ability to attend the meeting in person to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. The public may participate in the Public Meeting by registering to participate electronically through the Events Calendar on the Township’s website www.southfrontenac.net the week before the meeting. Any comments or concerns to the Township would be appreciated, in writing to Michelle Hannah, Planning Assistant at mhannah@southfrontenac.net, before the above noted date. Further documentation pertaining to this proposed unopened road allowance closure and sale can be found at: https:// www.southfrontenac.net/planning-applications/

Interim Tax Notices Due June 30, 2021 Interim Tax Notices were issued to all property owners beginning on March 1, 2021. The Interim tax due date has been further extended from April 30, 2021 to June 30, 2021 in order to alleviate some of the financial burden being experienced by residents, and to ensure the health and safety of all residents and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown. If you have not received your Interim Tax Notice, you should contact the Tax Department at 613-376-3027 Ext. 2200 or email taxes@southfrontenac.net. Tax Payment During Office Closure While our offices remain closed to the public, we encourage all tax payers wanting to make a tax payment during the office closure to consider telephone or online banking, mailing a cheque payment or enrolling in a preauthorized payment plan. For further information on payment options please visit our website or contact the Tax Department at 613-3763027 Ext. 2200 or email taxes@southfrontenac.net. Taxpayers enrolled in the “D” Due Date pre-authorized payment plan will NOT have the interim installment withdrawn from their bank account on April 30, 2021. Instead the payment will be withdrawn on June 30, 2021. Anyone enrolled in the plan who would like to make their tax installment prior to this date may make a payment by telephone or online banking or by mailing a cheque.

Thank You for Pitchin’ In We realize that it wasn’t a normal year for Pitch In but the Township would like to thank all of the residents that still went out of their way to clean our roadways and trails. We will see you next year! Enhance, Conserve & Protect Our Environment.

Notice of Intention to Pass a By-Law to Designate Take Notice that the Council of the Township of South Frontenac intends to pass a by-law under Section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18, to designate the following property to be of cultural heritage value and interest: 3981 Harrowsmith Road (Part Lots 1 to 4, Block A, Plan 57, District of Portland, Township of South Frontenac, County of Frontenac), known as The Stewart House. Short Statement of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest The property being called the Stewart House, includes a good example of a mid-19th century Georgian influenced stone dwelling, including its symmetrical front façade with gable roof, rough-hewn, regularly coursed, squared limestone and three bay windows. The corners of the house have raised ashlar quoins. On the east side of the stone house, a limestone one and a half story carriage house abuts at a right angle to the main house at the back corner featuring a later addition of machine lath versus the hand riven lath of the main house. The two-story dwelling, built c.1846, has direct association with former owners Samuel and Isabella Stewart, prominent figures in the former Township of Portland. Samuel Stuart was Reeve of Portland Township in the latter half of 1850’s and also a Postmaster. Together Samuel and his daughter Isabella operated the general store. The Stewart House contributes to the heritage character of Harrowsmith Road as it is one of the many stone houses remaining in former Portland village. Description of Heritage Attributes Cultural Heritage Attributes associated with the property include: Stonework for the main house and carriage house, windows, exterior doors, fascia & soffit, and attic trusses and framework. Additional Information, including a full description of the reasons for designation is available upon request from Anna Geladi, Planner, Development Services at 613-376-3027 ext. 2350 or at heritage@southfrontenac.net. Any notice of objection to the Intention to Designate the property at 3981 Harrowsmith Road must be submitted in writing, include the reason(s) for objection(s), all relevant facts, to Angela Maddocks, Clerk by end of business on Monday June 7, 2021. Should no objection be received, the designation bylaw will be presented to Council on June 15, 2021, and a decision on the passing of the designation bylaw will be made.

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

• Committee of the Whole Meeting – May 11, 2021 at 7:00 pm – Electronic Participation

Emergency Preparedness Week – May 2nd – 8th, 2021 Emergency Preparedness week is an annual event that takes place during the first full week of May. The 2021 theme is “Emergency Preparedness: Be Ready for Anything?” This year’s theme encourages Canadians to take three simple steps to become better prepared to face a range of emergencies: know the risks, make a plan, and get an emergency kit. Explore ways to take part in Emergency Preparedness week while maintaining physical distance, including; • Are you ready for any type of emergency, including fire, evacuation, extended power outage, severe thunderstorm, or a tornado warning? • Test emergency plans through an exercise or talk about what you would do if there were a power outage, flood, or other emergency, or if you had to evacuate. • Build an emergency kit and complete a family emergency plan online at getprepared.ca and review it with your family.

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). 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.

News & Public Notices Total Fire Ban Lifted Effective Thursday, April 22, 2021 at 8:00 am the total fire ban will be lifted in the Township of South Frontenac. This means that residents can return to having open air fires including open air cooking fires, camping fires, and approved incinerator or brush pile fires that are in compliance with the regulations set in the Township’s burning By-law 2012-68. 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 . Additionally, a State of Emergency Declaration remains in place for the Township of South Frontenac. By acting decisively as a community, we can ensure the safety and well-being of our residents is maintained.

TOWN HALL 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.

THINGS TO DO Re-Opening of Some Recreational Facilities In response to the amended guidelines provided by the Provincial government the following recreational facilities are reopened for public use: • Play structures, swings, slides and climbers • Centennial Park’s Off-leash dog park Play structures and the Township’s dog park can be used by residents and their children provided a physical distance of at least two metres from others outside their household is maintained (this does not apply to members of one other household who live alone, or a caregiver for any member of either household). Additionally, all Township owned boat launches remain available for public use. Residents are reminded that social gatherings with individuals outside your household are not permitted, and that proper physical distancing must be maintained while utilizing public boat launches. 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.

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“I Felt Like This Was Where I Was Supposed To Be”

By Jeff Green athy Fox retires after 40 year nursing career, 30 of them serving her own community Cathy Fox was very young when she graduated from a one year nursing program at St. Lawrence College in 1981 and began working at Hotel Dieu hospital. She went back to school a couple of years later to become a Registered Nurse and worked in the Emergency Department at the Perth Hospital in the mid and late ‘80s, much of it part-time because her two children, Lindsay and Bradley, were born in 1987 and 1989. In 1990, an opening came up with the Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) in Kingston, which provided all of the homecare nursing services in Frontenac County at the time. After a year or so working out of the VON office in Kingston, Cathy came 'home' to Sharbot Lake. The VON office, in the basement of the medical centre in Sharbot Lake, was the base for home nursing services in the 'northern' region, and Cathy was born and raised in Sharbot Lake and lives near the village as well. “I really felt like this was where I was

supposed to be,” she said of her years with the VON. “I was providing care for people who I knew and who had looked after me when I was growing up. I was able to talk about my patients with Dr. Bell, Dr. Fraser and Dr. Black, at the medical centre, on a daily basis, and we had weekly meetings to talk about how people were doing. The service was coordinated by the Community Care Access Centre office in Northbrook, where they understood the distances involved and the needs of the people in 'the North'. We were able to schedule visits efficiently and when people became very ill and even palliative we could check in on them daily. It was very efficient, very fulfilling.” Cathy Fox may indeed have worked for the VON for the rest of her career. All of that changed in 2004, when the Ontario Ministry of Health decided to set out a new bidding process for providing home nursing services. The VON left home care entirely and the service is now being provided by more than one agency. Cathy was vocal about her concerns with the changes at that time, and her opinion has not changed after watching what has happened in the intervening 17 years. “Nurses are travelling from one end of Eastern Ontario to the other, literally passing each other on the roads, and there is nowhere near the continuity of care, and much less of the consultation with family physicians, that we had back then,” she said. After working at jobs in Kingston for a couple of years, after leaving the VON, Cathy eventually came back to work in Sharbot Lake, this time at the Sharbot Lake Medical Centre (now the Sharbot Lake Family Health Team). She was the office nurse for the first few years, and went back to school to obtain her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing in 2010.

Grownup Storytime Online Kingston Frontenac Public Library’s Grownup Storytime Online is back, still in a socially distanced form until in-person programs resume. Listening to audiobooks has long been popular among adults, but there's something special about listening to someone read to you, live and in person. And experiencing it in a group lets you enjoy not just the story but the company you’re in. Adults of all ages are invited to listen to stories, essays, excerpts or articles read by KFPL Programming Assistant Margi McKay. Relax at home over your lunch -- or perhaps your knitting – and recapture the joys of storytime that you knew as a child. You’re always welcome to stay to talk about what you've heard.

This round of Grownup Storytime will take place from noon until 1 PM each Monday from May 3 through 31, (EXCEPT May 24, on the Victoria Day holiday). Register online at calendar.kfpl.ca or by phone at (613) 549-8888. Registrants will be emailed the link immediately upon registration. (Please check your Junk and Spam folders right away if you don't see the confirmation email and link in your Inbox.) Participants will need to download the latest version of Zoom in advance to the device they’ll be using during the presentation. For more information, visit www.kfpl. ca . Questions? Contact: Anne Hall, 613549-8888, ext.3528, ahall@kfpl.ca ■

Later, when the diabetes educator left the Family Health Team in 2013, she was persuaded to take on that role. She went back to school, while working, to get her credentials, which she completed in 2014 and renewed in 2019. This role, similar to the home care nursing with the VON, has been particularly satisfying. “It has allowed me to establish relationships with patients over time, develop a care program with other Family Health Team staff, again it has felt like I have been where I belong, caring for people in my own community” she said. Always a planner, Cathy provided 18 months notice before her retirement, “but I don't think anybody took that too seriously at the time,” she said. What followed was a huge change in the way the Family Health Team operated, when COVID hit. For Cathy's patients, it has been a challenge, because they do need to come in quite regularly for blood work, but over the years she has been doing a lot of counselling and checking in with her patients over the phone anyway, and that made the transition into COVID protocols much smoother. “I could talk to somebody on the phone for 15 minutes, you can work out a lot of problems that way. I'm comfortable on the phone, as are most of the patients.” Her nursing career has also had an influence closer to home. Her daughter Lindsay became a nurse as well. “Lindsay is braver than I ever was, however. She works in the ICU at Kingston Health Sciences Centre, which is always a challenge. And now it is more than that. Anyone who complains about having to wear a mask for 15 minutes in a grocery store should talk to Lindsay about the PPE she wears in the ICU every day, and about what is going on there with the numbers of people they are caring for from other regions. It is pretty extreme.” Cathy's husband, Steve, worked for CN, and he retired young, 13 years ago, so he has been waiting for Cathy to retire to help with projects at home. Also, helping out with the care of her grandson is something Cathy is looking forward to. “I'll find things to do,” she said. ■

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Rights vs Responsiblity

There has been a lot of mention about Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms (1982). People, including our MPP talk about how they have inalienable rights in Canada. This is very true, we have many rights put forth in that document. What people tend to forget is that for every right that we have, we also have a responsibility. Such responsibilities as: obeying the law, taking responsibility for oneself, serving on a jury, voting and helping others in your community, to mention a few. I believe not infecting others with a deadly virus (and potentially killing them) would fall into the category of helping others. So while we have many rights, we do also have many responsibilities which are equally important. The charter lists all of these. Perhaps we should all have another look at the document and see what is expected of us as Canadian citizens, not just cherry-pick the ones that suit our needs. - Lee Hull

Relieved to see MPP charged

r. Hillier’s actions in Lanark-FrontenacKingston and across the province in general have been frustrating, reckless, and straight up insulting to everyone who is doing their part during this pandemic. I’m glad to see that he’s facing some consequences for those actions that are quite literally putting people’s lives in danger. In the past few weeks, several municipalities within Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston have supported motions to condemn Mr. Hillier’s behaviour. While I while she agrees with the motions of the councils, she regrets that Mr. Hillier’s actions are taking away from the conversations that need to be happening right now. We need elected officials to model the type of behaviour that’s encouraged during the pandemic, and then engage in thoughtful and constructive conversations about how we’re going to rebuild our community. When those who hold public office do the exact opposite of what every doctor and Public Health Unit in this country is asking for, it’s insulting to those of us who are trying our best to get through this together.” - Amanda Pulker-Mok

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