Vol.23 No.11

Rural Frontenac Youth Program Recieves $130,400 Trillium Grant

On Tuesday, March 14th at 2:00 p.m.

Rural Frontenac Community Services Youth Program celebrated the $130,400 Resilient Communities Fund grant, which the organization received from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) in spring 2022 to support their Rural Youth Program. Over the last year this grant has allowed the redesign of the youth program and strengthening of fundraising capacity for Rural Frontenac Youth Program’s community programs.

This grant has allowed Rural Frontenac Community Services to provide a response to help youth reconnect with services and programs as the province opened up over the last year. It provided rural youth the opportunity to attend accessible, local, fun, relevant programs as they transitioned back to school from virtual learning

over the last year.

"The impact of this Ontario Trillium Foundation grant cannot be overstated,” said Sarah McCullough, Youth Program Supervisor of Rural Frontenac Community Services. “This grant has allowed our youth program to offer new programs and access resources that were needed to support our youth as we emerged from the effects of the pandemic”.

“The mission of Rural Frontenac Community Services is to provide opportunities for our community to live rural life to the fullest. This grant has given us the capacity to support our youth, who are still recovering from the pandemic, to embrace rural life to the fullest.”

Last year, OTF invested nearly $209M into 2,042 community projects and partnerships. ■

Frontenac County Supports Wolfe Island In Ferry Dispute

By Jeff Green

rontenac Islands Mayor Judy Greenwood-Speers, brought a motion to Frontenac County Council last week, asking for the county’s support.

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Greenwood-Speers only recently learned, during a meeting with Ontario Ministry of Transportation Officials, that the long-awaited arrival of the Wolfe Islander IV may not solve all of the ferry service issues experienced by Wolfe Islanders and visitors. The Ministry revealed that they do not plan to keep the current ferry, the Wolfe Islander III, in operation once the new ferry is in operation. The ministry had previously indicated they were going to run a two-ferry system, thus shortening the wait times

which have become significant in recent years, especially during the busy summer season.

Greenwood-Speers asked Frontenac County to “request that the Honourable Caroline Mulroney [Minister of Transportation] immediately reconsider the decision to reduce the original plans for a two-ferry service and reinstate the two-ferry plan as contemplated by the Ministry; and further that in the absence of a plan for a two-ferry service, or a delay of the two-ferry service, that the Ministry conduct broad consultation with the Community, including the Township and the City [of Kingston] regarding the impacts and mitigation strategies for their decision, in particular parking, emergency response and quality of

Province Kicks In With Derecho Relief

life.”

In response, North Frontenac Mayor Gerry Lichty said “I understand where you are coming from, but quite frankly I have some issues with this particular motion … The ministry has committed $50 million dollars to this, and they are increasing ferry capacity by 50-60% capacity. If I were in Toronto, I would read this as Frontenac County is being ungrateful after receiving a new ferry.”

To Gerry Lichty’s point, Greenwood-Spear said “A lot of plans were made, a whole lot of decisions were made at the county level, at the city level and at the township, about things like parking, ambulance service, and development plans as well, on the expectation of two ferries.”

She said that with a single ferry, and the elimination of the parking lot at the Kingston ferry dock, which is part of the ministry’s plan for the dock, it will be hard for her to promote further development on Wolfe Island.

“This all came from public consultation in 2015. If it changes now there has to be broad public consultation again, plus they are talking about a 90-minute turnaround for the new ferry, which would kill Wolfe Island,” she said.

Warden Ron Vandewal said, “let me make one thing clear, Frontenac County does not have anything to do with the Wolfe Island Ferry or with the dock. I only see us making a motion of support for Frontenac Islands, but not on our own behalf because that is not our ferry or our service. I doubt if the province ever made a promise in writing about the two-ferry service.”

“We did pass a motion at Frontenac Islands Council, so this one can be amended to say it is a motion of support for our motion,” said Greenwood-Spear. “This motion wasn’t written by me, it was written by the CAO,” she added.

The Province of Ontario announced this week that they are providing up $5million to Ontario East Municipalities for costs related to the Derecho storm of May 21, 2022.

“The disaster recovery funding is intended to help cover the costs of the emergency response and repairs to municipal infrastructure related to a windstorm that caused damage across Southeastern Ontario. This financial support is being provided through the Municipal Disaster Recovery Assistance (MDRA) program,” said a Ministry release on Tuesday (March 21)

Two of the funding recipients are the Township of Addington Highlands, which will receive the largest amount of the ten municipalities that are being funded, $932,000. North Frontenac is receiving $193,000, and Greater Madawaska $272,000

Eligible expenses under the relief program may include operating and capital costs that are over and above regular municipal budgets and are directly linked to the disaster. Disaster-related costs must also reach a threshold of three per cent of a township’s tax levy for its own services. ■

“Let me provide a bit of context,” said CAO Kelly Pender, who wrote the motion. “When this came to the city in 2017, the issue on the table was docking facilities. The parking spots were eliminated, so the province could save millions by not extending parking on the dock. This would put parking into the city, which the city did not want. MTO [Ministry of Transportation] promised there would be a two-ferry service in exchange for eliminating the parking. Apparently, they changed their minds a couple of years ago, and it only came out a couple of weeks ago,” said Pender.

“The key word in the motion is mitigation,” he added. With that explanation, the motion was carried without further comment. ■

Damage to Sherwood Park Campground near Cloyne ON caused by the May 21, 2022 storm.

Central Brings Back Consultant For Zoning Bylaw Review

By Craig Bakay

Central Frontenac Council approved bringing back planning consultant Glenn Tunnock to do some housekeeping amendments to the Zoning Bylaw at its regular meeting March 14 in Sharbot Lake.

The request for some changes came from Central Frontenac Manager of Development Services/Chief Building Official Andy Dillon who said that there are some aspects of the bylaw that could be streamlined and easier for applicants.

“In the end, the goal is to save on planning fees and some of the things we looked (as they stand in the current bylaw) at are going to create more minor variances and requests for things that if they go to the committee (of adjustment) are probably going to be approved anyways,” Dillon said.

Normally, Frontenac County planning staff would do such work for the Township but in this case, the Zoning Bylaw was farmed out (by the Township) to Tunnock Consulting.

When county planners were asked to review and amend the bylaw the Township was told “they can’t get to it right away (and) they have a limited scope of issues they can address due to not having the planning rationale that was used to implement the updates to the current Zoning

Bylaw,” said CAO/Clerk Cathy MacMunn.

That didn’t seem to sit well with Dep. Mayor Phillip Smith.

“I don’t really understand the county’s statement about the planning rationale,” Smith said. “If they can’t understand Tunnock’s planning rationale — that really doesn’t matter because we’re asking them to change it to what we want in the bylaw.

“(And) if the County doesn’t have the time to do the work we need them to do, should we be reviewing that contract?”

“That’s certainly a discussion for Council,” said MacMunn. “There are a number of things we’re going to be discussing regarding planning.

“I spoke to Glenn and he went to all the open houses and took direction from Council.”

“It’s really too bad we hadn’t picked up some of this stuff but as Council, we’re not builders,” said Mayor Frances Smith.

“This really doesn’t answer the question,” said Phillip Smith. “Why does the County need rationale on what we want to change?”

“I can give you an opinion,” said the Mayor. “One professional planner doesn’t want to take over the work of another professional planner.”

Phillip Smith asked if there was money in the budget for the planner and lawyer and MacMunn said not specifically but

there was money for such contingencies.

The Dep. Mayor also asked if Dillon had time to work with Tunnock on this given that building season is just getting under way.

“I don’t plan on spending a lot of time on this,” Dillon said. “That’s what the consultant is for.

“I am willing to work with him to get the issues addressed because in the end, it’s going to save time.”

“And it’s not a total review,” said the Mayor. “It’s things like tiny homes and lot coverages.”

Former PW Manager Bill Nicol

Mayor Frances Smith informed Council that former Public Works Manager Bill Nicol passed died suddenly March 13 at age 73. Nicol was Central Frontenac’s first public works manager after amalgamation and he lived on Silver Lake.

Scoring system for school properties

Council approved having staff come up with a ‘scoring matrix’ to apply to the sale of former school properties in Parham and Mountain Grove to “ensure the proposed development fits with the community.”

“If a really good offer comes in and we’d benefit from it financially, but it doesn’t fit

the matrix, I don’t think we can discard that completely,” said Coun. Nicki Gowdy.

Heritage Committee not keen on meetings

Coun. Lynn Klages wondered why the Heritage Festival Committee doesn’t meet more regularly rather than having a meeting in October.

“The potters need a good six months to prepare,” Klages said.

“I suggested meeting monthly but they didn’t want to meet before October,” said Coun. Craig Middleton.

“They don’t really do meetings,” said Coun. Cindy Kelsey. “At least they haven’t done before.”

Building report

Although the number of building permits in February of 2023 is down to three from the six in 2022, permit fees are up to $19,955 from $18,970, Chief Building Official Andy Dillon told Council in his monthly report.

“Things seem to be moving right along,” said Mayor Frances Smith.

“We’re off to a good start,” Dillon said. “We have about 25 applications in total now.” ■

South Frontenac Committee of the Whole

By Wilma Kenny

Frontenac Arch Biosphere Presentation

Julie Servant, Executive Director of the Frontenac Arch Biosphere (FAB) came to Council to provide information about the biosphere’s programs, and to ask for financial support from the Township.

Initiated by a nomination from the community, this region was designated by UNESCO as one of Canada’s 19 Biosphere Regions in 2002. The Frontenac Arch is the name given to an ancient ridge of granite that crosses the Saint Lawrence River as the Thousand Islands forming a corridor between the Canadian Shield and the

Adirondack Mountains.

Much of the topography of the biosphere reserve is rugged, consisting of steep, rocky slopes and ridges, typical of the Precambrian Shield. These alternate with moist forest or wetland valleys, interspersed with pockets of rich farmland. Five separate forest regions meet at the crossroads of the Frontenac Arch and the Saint Lawrence River, creating a rich ecosystem of plant, insect and ani-

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North Frontenac Waste Sites In Good Shape

by Craig Bakay

“You’re in good shape and managing them (your waste sites) well,” David Bucholtz, director of environmental services with Cambium Inc. told North Frontenac Council at its regular meeting March 17 in Plevna.

“You’re in very comfortable shape compared to your neighbours,” he said.

In his report, Bucholtz noted that training was completed in May 2022, including health and safety training. In terms of aesthetics, transfer stations and closed sites were well maintained.

“Extra litter clean-up time in 2023 should focus on active waste sites in the peripheral areas (tree lines, watercourses),” he said.

There are “a couple of minor repairs” for monitoring well security/compliance to be completed in 2023.

“There are no complaints, minimal incidents, some theft/trespassing,” he said.

In terms of remaining capacity, the township as a whole has 49 years left, with Kashwakamak having the most (87 years) and Plevna the least (32 years).

Ardoch, although technically closed, could be reopened if desire and has 38 years of capacity left.

When it comes to waste diversion (recycling), the amounts are decreasing having gone from 304.1 tonnes in 2020 to 287.47 tonnes in 2021 to 235 tonnes in 2022.

As for individual sites, he said Plevna “has a bit of a bear problem but you’ve tak-

en measures to address this” and Cloyne “has a fair amount of water around (but) the ministry is aware of it and the Township is taking action.” He said beavers seem to be the problem around Cloyne. taxes up 3.85%

Council passed a bylaw to adopt tax rates for 2023, with a 3.85 per cent increase to the levy.

Septic re-inspections

The Mississippi Rideau Septic System Office conducted 11 inspections in North Frontenac in 2022 (9 on Big Gull Lake, 1 on Sunday Lake and 1 on Millers Lake), Inspector Eric Kohlsmith told Council.

The inspections were voluntary.

“We sent out more than 300 invitations,” he said. “I think we did 278 out of 300 invitations in Central Frontenac but their program is mandatory,” he said.

Of the 11 systems, 4 were identified as having no concerns, 4 required some remedial work and 3 required replacement, he said. Seventy-three per cent of waterfront property owners were on-site during inspections to receive information regarding the maintenance and operation of their sewage system.

Mayor Gerry Lichty and Dep. Mayor John Inglis are setting up a meeting with the North Frontenac Lake Association Alliance to discuss a mandatory inspection program for 2024. Parks reserve needs new parking space

As part of the More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022 (Bill 23), funds in the special

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Million Dollar Signage in South Frontenac?

It is somewhat tongue in cheek that I applaud the expenditures of over a million dollars to provide gateway and interior wayfinding signage. This will undoubtedly help guide the motoring public to avoid travel on certain roads that are in need of upgrading. Based on the staff report presented to

Council on February 21, 2023, the plan would use your tax dollars in the amount of $1,020,000 for this project in the next three years with the entire signage improvements to be completed over a 5 to 8 year time period. I assume there would be additional expenditures beyond the million dollars planned for the current three-year period. While the Township is applying for a RED (Rural Economic Development) grant in the amount of $240,000 (your other pocket), even if successful, it would still require local tax dollars ($780,000) and while the Township proposes to fund the first 3 years from a Working Fund Reserve, those monies came from your taxes. Of specific note is the expenditure of $20,000 in each of 11 different locations (total $220,000), to let you know that you have arrived in South Frontenac. While there may be parts of the program that have merit, I believe most of these tax dollars could be better spent on the repair of our gravel and surface treated roads or climate adaptation and mitigation measures or physician recruitment among other needs.

- Alan Revill

parks reserve fund are subject to a 60 per cent of the monies in that special account shall be spent or allocated at the beginning of the year.

North Frontenac had been putting funds from the Park Levy into that account as well as funds collected from the sale of land (primarily shore road allowances).

Treasurer Kelly Watkins recommended $14,000 be put into the Special Parks Reserve Fund and $332,497.45 be transferred to the Community Hall Reserve Fund to avoid the 60 per cent rule.

In a recorded vote, only Ward 1 Coun. Wayne Good voted against the proposal, concerned that since Ward 1 contributes more than the other two wards combined, it might be subsidizing work in those other two wards.

Council meetings at 5pm

Council voted to hold the July 21 and Aug. 10 meetings at 5 p.m. at the Plevna offices in the hopes that it might entice more citizens to attend.

Coun. Wayne Good said that has been tried in the past and unless there has

mal species, renowned as the most biodiverse region in Canada. It has a long and rich cultural heritage.

The goal of FAB as part of UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Programme is to improve relationships between people and their environments through conservation of biodiversity and cultural diversity, encouraging environmentally sustainable economic development and providing research, monitoring, education and training.

Although the biosphere area covers parts of two Counties and 9 Municipalities, the majority of their children's’ nature camps, the youth climate action summit, forest school programs and hiking areas appear to be concentrated in the areas east of Gananoque.

A large portion of FAB’s financial support has been coming from grants, but grants usually require matching funds from the community. Because South Frontenac Township represents almost a quarter of the population of the biosphere, Ms Servant said they are asking the Township for a contribution of $22,900 this year.

Councillor Pegrum asked whether any of their programs generated revenue;

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been a very contentious issue on the agenda, nobody shows up.

Plus, Good said, evening meetings tend to go on longer and “I will not sit here until midnight.”

Council remuneration in 2022

Including renumeration, mileage, conference expenses and office expenses, former Mayor Ron Higgins cost the Township the most in 2022, receiving $27,241,39. Then Dep. Mayor Gerry Martin received $22,727.03. Coun. Fred Fowler received $21,072.28, Coun. John Inglis received $19,667.85 and Wayne Good $18.975.58. Coun. Vern Hermer received $17,313.35 and Coun. Fred Perry $10,684.21.

New Mayor Gerry Lichty received $5,480.68 and Coun. Stephanie Regent and Coun. Roy Heutl each received $1,769.50.

Committee of Adjustment/Planning Advisory Committee members Barb Sproule, Carl Tooley and Gary Wood received $2.365.81, $3,583.42 and $1911.06 respectively. ■

“Only the nature camps,” was the reply.

Morey noted that the “ask’ was the equivalent of $1.25 per household in the Township. Mayor Vandewal told Ms Servant that the township’s budget is already set for this year, and they don’t like to fund operating costs, but “We have your ask, and will discuss it further.”

Public Services Department Quarterly report

Mayor Vandewal thanked staff for this report: “This is the information we were asking for.” The report addressed Engineering and Capital projects, Operations and Fleet (snow clearing and plans for roadside mowing), Recreation and Facilities events.

Councillor reports

Councillor Roberts said this had been one of the arena’s busiest seasons: “There are a lot of young families coming: the arena has been crazy busy. We do need to improve parking though.”

Deputy Mayor Sleeth reported that last Friday was the first ‘open mic’ at the new Storrington Centre: attendance was good, and attendees were very impressed by the building and the excellent acoustics.

Sleeth added that he travelled with the SFCS Meals on Wheels recently and recommended that all councillors should experience this program, and the dedication of the volunteers; “It was an eye opener.” ■

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COMMUNITY REPORTERS (613)

Arden Wanda Harrison

Battersea / Storrington Amanda Pantrey

Cloyne / Northbrook Stepanie Regent

Denbigh Gail Fritsch

Godfrey Kelli McRobert

Harrowsmith Gregg Hamelin

Henderson Jean Brown

Inverary Judy Borovskis

Maberly-Bolingbroke Karen Prytula

Ompah

Parham-Tichborne ........Colleen Steele

Perth Road Peter Bird

Plevna Rhonda Watkins

353-6653

613-333-2224

613-376-6665

centre. Meet your neighbours, make new friends and enjoy the entertainment. Lunches are the second Wednesday of each month!

Hearing Aids, Can Tabs, Eye Glasses can now be dropped off at the Lion’s Hall in Sunbury anytime. Just put in the bucket provided. NO eye glass cases please.

M ABE rlY- B O l INGB r O k E

Karen Prytula

613-325-1354

karenprytula33@gmail.com

their own words, and pictures in their own homes. It was a wonderful evening and there is now a line-up for borrowing that book. The next Birthday Bash will be Wednesday, April 19.

St. Killians Church is sponsoring an Easter Egg Hunt

• along with other family activities at the Ompah Hall on Sat. April 8 starting at 11. High School students wanting to volunteer should contact Jeanne at 613-479-0070.

Spring has sprung - at least according to the calendar.

613-264-5325

Sydenham Karen Brawley 376-9848

Verona Debbie Lingen

INVErArY

Judy Borovskis borovskis@kingston.net

Spring is here! According to the calendar, it arrived Mon-

• day.

Parham Fair is accepting registrants for the Vendor Market

• at the Parham Fair, August 19th, 2023. Send an e-transfer for $25.00 to Treasurer@parhamfair.ca to guarantee a spot for selling all your creations. Include all your contact info as well as a description of what you will be selling. For further info, email nanmaggie@yahoo.com.

Minor Baseball online registration is available until April

• 15th. Website is FCMSA.ca.. In person registration will be as follows March 22nd 6-9 pm at Ken Garrett Memorial Park, March 25th 10-2 pm at the old Fire Hall in Sunbury and March 26th 9 am-12 pm at Ken Garrett Memorial Park.

Youth Dance! for students in grades 5 to 8. Friday March

• 24th at the Storrington Lion’s Hall in Sunbury. Music & Fun!

Supervised. Cost $5 per student.

Community Recreation & Leisure Services Fair on March

• 25 from 10am to 2pm at the Storrington Centre, 3910 Battersea Road. Come and learn about recreation, leisure and social programs available for all ages. Lion’s Club will be collecting hearing aids, can tabs and eyeglasses at this event.

Joint Service Battersea United and Inverary United at Bat-

• tersea is March 26th at 9:15.

Chris Murphy in Concert! at Inverary United Church on

• Sunday March 26th at 7pm.

Food Bank Drive! Mark your calendars for the next Food

• Bank Drive on March 31. Drop off at the Storrington Lion’s Hall in Sunbury between 1 – 5pm.

Annual High Tea! Saturday, May 13th one sitting at 1pm

• at the Storrington Lion’s Hall in Sunbury. Cost per person is $25. Cash only bar available. Come in your finest tea attire!

Of the 150 spots to reserve – 90 are now taken! Reserve your seat by calling Shirley O’Neil at 613-353-2257. Seating will be tables of 6, so bring your family and friends or share the table with new friends. Proceeds will benefit the work of the Child Life Specialists at our local hospitals.

Storrington Retirees Luncheon at the “new” Storrington

• Centre on Wednesday April 12th at 12 noon. Enjoy a hot home cooked meal and see for yourself the new look at the

• 25. Doors open at 5:30pm. Dinner is optional, registration is required. For more info go to the ABC Hall website abchall. ca

Upcoming Trivia Night at the ABC Hall, Saturday, March

Save the date! The Tay Valley Community Choir presents

• it's Spring Concert on Saturday, April 1 at 2pm at the Maberly Hall. Admission is by donation ($10 suggested). Mask wearing is recommended.

MISSISSIPPI

Pearl Killingbeck

613-278-2127

Get well wishes to Patsy and Earl Sargeant who are in the • hospital. We wish you both a speedy recovery.

I had a great visit with Erma Millar on Monday, 13th of • March. Now I have found out she had a fall and broke a bone in her arm. Get well soon, Erma.

Thank you Rick, Shawna, Alice, and Denzel for your help • this week.

On Saturday, I had my first breakfast at the snowmobile • club in over 3 years and it was just as spectacular as it was three years ago. It was a fundraiser for the Alzheimer Society for the Lanark, Leeds & Grenville and the Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington branches. With donations and funds raised by the breakfast, each group left with almost $900. They expressed how grateful they are to the Snowmobile Club for hosting this event on their behalf. The KFLA branch also sold some of their “Forget Me Not” coffee. Many of the people at the breakfast were gifted with a package of flower seeds (Forget Me Not) or a beautiful pen. There was a great turnout – over 150 people were served. One couple came all the way from North Gower to enjoy the usual breakfast plus the pancakes and maple syrup. The club thanks the Century Maple Syrup for once again donating syrup.

Don’t forget the Chris Murphy and Jessica Wedden con- • cert at the Community Centre on Thursday night.

The next breakfast on April 1st will be a fundraiser for • Wheels of Hope and will include pancakes and syrup.

OMPAH

Linda Rush lindarush@yahoo.com 613-479-2570

Marily Seitz seitz@xplornet.ca 613-479-2855

Betty blew out the candles as we sang Happy Birthday • to her at the March Birthday Bash. Everyone shared in the bountiful feast that folks brought to the Pot Luck Dinner. Linda shared some readings from 'Heart & Soul, Portraits of Canada's Ottawa Valley'. These portraits were of regular older folks around the valley with stories of their lives told in

• The days are getting longer, snowbanks are receding, the dog is bringing mud into the house and I saw and heard one lonely goose flying over. Sure signs of spring.

PArHAM-TICHBOrNE

Colleen Steele

Christine Teal mrsteal2u@hotmail.com

613-375-6219

613-375-6525

Hope all enjoyed their "March Break" and are ready, re-

• freshed and relaxed to take on whatever comes your way! This Saturday, don't forget to attend the Lions Club Break-

• fast and support this local organization. Proceeds to go to the Swim Program. 8 to 11am at the OSO Township Hall in Sharbot Lake.

Hockey Season is winding down for the North Frontenac

• Arena teams. Thanks to all who volunteer their services in everything connected with this program. Sure are some great athletes in all age categories.

As hockey is winding down, baseball is gearing up! If you

• missed last night (Wednesday's) registration, don't worry, there is one more in-person registration at the OSO Hall on Sunday, March 26th from 9 to noon... Be sure to get your child registered as we cap teams at 13 and need to submit our teams for schedules to be made. We are still looking for volunteers, coaches, executive, sponsors and umpires so let us know if you can help in anyway.

Thinking of you to Barb Garrison, Lynn Smail, Bill Vander-

• scheer, and Debbie McPherson.

Sincere condolences to the family of the late Mary Jane

• Mika and BIll Nicol.

District 2 rec committee will be holding euchre every Mon-

• day night in Olden Community Hall in Mountain Grove. 7-9, $1.00 to play and 50/50 tickets 3/$2.00. Come out and support them! Sounds like some fun!!

P E r TH rOAD

Peter Bird

613-353-7303

p.bird@xplornet.ca

EVENTS AT Perth Rd. Sunday School Hall: Tuesday

• Lunches continue. Charge is $8 per person. Great value for homemade soup, sandwiches and dessert. Euchre at 10am.

Maple Syrup Festival: April 8th, 830am – 230pm. All-day

• breakfast: Pancakes, sausage, and maple syrup. Games, Face Painting, Log Sawing, Bake table. Craft sales, displays, and vendors in Harris Park Hall. And much more.

Perth Road VILLAGE Crafters continue to meet every

• Wednesday: 930am – 1130am at Harris Park Hall, 5612 Perth Road Cres. If you’re a first-timer, get in touch with Cheryl Bird at 613-353-7303.

YOGA classes on Opinicon Rd., Pilates and foam rolling • classes, go to: nomadyogini.ca, for full schedule: info@nomadyogini.ca 613-453-4195.

Jam Sessions Return to Storrington Centre: Friday nights: •

5pm – 10pm. Admission is $2:00. No charge for refreshments..

PlEVNA

Rhonda Watkins

613-264-5325

rhonda139@gmail.com

The Kingston Frontenac Public Library would like to thank • all the patrons that came out to visit the Library T-Rex and get their new limited edition cards! It was such a wonderful morning! We are blessed to have a few cards left over, so although the T-Rex is gone back to Kingston, it's not too late to stop by for a card! The Plevna Branch is open Tuesday and Thursdays: 2-4 and 5-7 and Friday and Saturdays: 10-1. If you need a computer to get on the internet, or need wifi • for your device, or to print something off, don't forget that the library offers these services. All you need is a library card! The Township of North Frontenac also offers Public Internet Support hours without a library card. In Plevna Monday and Wednesday 5-8 and Saturday 1-5. No other library services are available at these times, though.

Due to weather conditions, the Township of North Frontenac Ice Rink has been closed for the season. I can't wait to dust off my pickle ball rackets!!

Hunter's Creek Golf Course is seeking a Seasonal Ground- • skeeper from April to October to join their team. If you are interested, you can apply in person or email your resume to hunterscreekgolfclub369@gmail.com. For information on this job and others in the area, you can contact Career Edge Lennox and Addington in Northbrook at 1 866 859-9222.

On Wednesday, April 12th at the Lions Club in Northbrook, • you are invited to a Speakers Forum with guest speaker Ray Charbonneau, Art Consultant, Fine Art Restorer and Lions MDA Historian. We need to register for this no fee event due to the limited number of seats available. For more information or to book your seat, please call Nawar 778-384-3381 or Ken 613-336-3211.

St Kilian's Church is inviting the Community on Sat April • 8th to the Ompah Community Centre at 10200 HWY 509 for a fabulous 1000 Easter Egg Hunt at 11am!! It will be fun for the whole family!! There will be a mini bake sale, crafts and games for the kids and you will be able to buy your lunch to support this generous church!! Pre- Registration is not required, but is appreciated on the St. Kilian's Church Facebook page or contacting Jeanne at 613 470-0070.

VE r ONA

Debbie Lingen

debbie@lingens.com

Style Revival will be open this Saturday, • March 25 from 10am to 1pm. It will also be open, as usual , Wednesdays from 10am to 1pm. Style Revival, which is located in the Verona Free Methodist Church at 6804 Hwy 38, offers free gently used clothing and footwear for all ages. South Frontenac Community Recreation's Leisure Services Fair will be happening on Saturday, March 25th at the Storrington Centre (3910 Battersea Road in Sunbury) from 10am – 2pm. You will be welcome to learn about and register for recreation, leisure, and social programs for all ages and interests. Email recsupport@southfrontenac.net for more information. The Verona Lions presents a family fun day on Saturday April 2 from 1pm to 6pm at the Verona Lions Hall (4504 Sand Rd). There will be games, crafts, music, hot dogs, hamburgers, fries, drinks and other snacks. Kids eat for free!!! Adults eat by donation. (Children must be accompanied by an adult) Tuesday, April 4 at 12:30 at MOM’s Restaurant, Verona, the Verona Free Methodist Women's group will hold their next Women's Luncheon. This is open to all women in Verona and surrounding area. Wear your Easter Bonnet for a chance to win a prize. While we wait for our food to arrive, there will be a short talk on “Easter Traditions- Old and New” and probably some really corny jokes. Please register by April 2 at 613 374-2703. The March Women’s Luncheon was attended by over 20 women. Some came alone, some came as a group but all had plenty of fun!

SILVER LAKE ACCOUNTING

Diners Club will be held at the Free Methodist Church on Thursday April 6. Reserve now - seats are going quickly. Therre will be a delicious meal of hickory smoked baked ham from Seed to Sausage, scalloped potatoes, coleslaw and strawberry shortcake dessert. Just $10 per person. Please preregister by calling 613-376-6477 ext 303. Be sure to let them know of any diet restrictions, gluten free, diabetic or other, Sydenham's Women"s institute will be holding their Craft and Bake Sale on Saturday April 22. New location at the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith from 9am to 2 pm. 30 vendors will be there. Light lunch available.

ArDEN

Wanda Harrison

613-335-3186 wmharrison070@gmail.com

Coffee hour continues in the Social Room of the Arden

• Church Thursday mornings at 10am.

Shirley Burleigh would like to thank everyone for all of the • baked goods and those that purchased.

As you drive by the Arden Batik, look out for the new sig- • nage of the building. Designed and built by Rodger MacMunn, of Arden, the signage gives a brief history of the building. Look for more historic signs in the Hamlet in the coming months.

Matt Laufman would like everyone to know that the Royal • Canadian Legion Branch 334 Arden, would like to thank all those that supported and donated to our St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser. They also we would like to thank all the volunteers and the community that attended in making this event a success!

Please remember the Lion’s “All you can Eat Breakfast” • Saturday March 25, 8am to 11am at Osos Hall.

There is a general meeting at the Legion, 11am Saturday • March 25.

B ATTE r SEA /S TO rr INGTON

Amanda Pantrey

613-353-6653 amandapantrey@outlook.com

Happening this Saturday! Be sure to come to the South • Frontenac Community Recreation & Leisure Services Fair happening on March 25th at the Storrington Centre (3910 Battersea Road in Sunbury) from 10am – 2pm. You will be welcome to learn about and register for local recreation, leisure, and social programs for all ages and interests. Email recsupport@southfrontenac.net for more information.

Whether you paint, draw, rug hook, embroider, quilt, mac- • rame, knit or any other craft, join us at the Storrington Centre the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays from 9-12. We are a friendly group that can offer help and encouragement with your artistic endeavours. For more info email tlawrenc@kos.net.

Friday Jam Sessions (Open Mic) have returned to the • newly renovated Storrington Centre at 3910 Battersea Road in Sunbury. Friday nights: 5pm – 10pm. Admission is $2:00. No charge for refreshments.

What’s the most popular type of pickle for spring? Daffo- • dills.

ClOYNE - N O r THB r OO k

Stephanie Regent stephanieregent@gmail.com

The LOL Lions invite you to attend a very special dedica- • tion to their club on April 12th at 6:15pm when the Charter Members will be honoured with the Inauguration of the Friendship Arch.

The Lions Club, that same evening, will be introducing Ray Charbonneau, an Art Restorer, who will be the first guest

We are open again

Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-3pm

Appointments & purchases at back entrance. Pre-paid pick up at front entrance. 14 Bosley RD (at Hwy 41) Northbrook, (613) 336-1608

Law Office in Sharbot Lake

Real Estate & Estates

Our office is now offering legal services utilizing remote consultations and document signing via cell phone audio/video and non-cash payment. We are adapting so that you can Stay Home.

• Purchase and Sale of Property

• Property Transfers for: Severance - Estate - Family

• Wills & Probate - Large & Small Estates

• Corporate & Business

Stephen G. Duggan, Hwy 7 at 38 (Southeast corner) Box 189, Sharbot lake On K0H 2P0 613-279-laWS (5297) sharbotlaw@gmail.com

speaker at the newly formed Speakers Forum. Space is limited but you may reserve a free seat by clicking on lolspeakersforum.eventbrite.ca or calling Nawar at 778-384-3381 or Ken at 613-336-3211.

The Lions Spring Extravaganza will be taking place on • Saturday, May 6th from 10-2. Please come and checkout our talented crafts people.

DENBIGH & VENNACHAr

Gail Fritsch

613-333-2224

tonygailfritsch@sympatico.ca

The Recreation Committee is hosting a Euchre Night at the Denbigh Hall for $2.00 on Friday March 31 at 7pm. The plan is for them to be every second Friday night.

A big thank you to the Denbigh Recreation Committee for • a wonderful Irish dinner evening this past Saturday. The delicious Irish stew and a variety of pies were served to around 65 people. The event was successful due to the great volunteer work organizing it, those sweating it out in the kitchen preparing the food and cleaning up, and those attending to enjoy the food and visiting with others. The Pickled Chicken Band played a variety of Irish tunes which were enjoyed by all. Elaine Large won the 50/50 draw of $109 and generous donated back $85 to the committee. The Recreation Committee would like to thank the community for their support.

Sunday, March 26th is the Madawaska Senior Housing

• AGM at the Lions Hall in Griffith. The doors open at 4:00 p.m. for a Silent Auction and Surprise Box Raffle. The meal will be Irish stew and desserts. The cost is by donation. Everyone is welcome. Save your place by contacting Theresa @ 613-333-1984

Please let me know if you have any news or events you • would like to share. .

GODFrEY

Kelli McRobert kattgrrrl@gmail.com

Wednesday, April 5: Community Café Piccadilly Hall, 1025

• Oak Flats Rd. Information and resources from KingstonFrontenac Public Library. Start at 11am, soup and social to follow. Free for seniors 60+. For more information, call/e-mail Juana at 613-279-3151 ext 106, juanag@rfcs.ca.

Firefighters and other first responders rely on the clear • and easy-to-identify civic address number at the end of your lane or driveway to help them get to you and your family in an emergency. Often these posts get covered by snow accumulation or overgrown seasonal foliage.

The Academy of Light Sabre Dueling has come to • Harrowsmith. Come find out what Combat Sabers are about! 3876 Harrowsmith Road, Sunday 3-4pm, use the side door. They are now accepting new students ages 8 and above. Located at the Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church. Email sydenhamalsd@gmail.com for more information.

H A rr OWSMITH

Gregg Hamelin 613-376-6665 ghamelin3585@gmail.com

It's Income Tax Time! The South Frontenac Community

• Social Centre has volunteers who can complete your return free of charge if your income meets the CRA limits. No selfemployment, business or rental income. Pick up a tax envelope at our main entrance, fill out the forms and drop it off to us with all your tax slips inside. Our volunteers will contact

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Sharbot Lake Chiropractic & Wellness

Dr. Gian Kaillon Sharbot Lake 613.279.2100 www.sharbotlakechiropractic.ca

Rotator cuff injury

The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint (as described in last weeks article), providing stability and allowing for movement of the arm. These muscles are connected to the shoulder blade by tendons, which then attach to the humerus bone. A rotator cuff injury is a tear or strain of these muscles and tendons. There are several types of rotator cuff injuries, including:

1. Rotator cuff tendinitis: inflammation of the tendons of the rotator cuff due to overuse or injury.

2. Rotator cuff tears: a tear in one or more of the tendons of the rotator cuff, which can be partial or complete.

3. Rotator cuff impingement: when the rotator cuff tendons rub against the bone of the shoulder blade, causing pain and inflammation.

Rotator cuff injuries are common among athletes who participate in sports that involve repetitive overhead motions, such as baseball or tennis. They can also occur as a result of aging or degenerative changes in the tendons. Symptoms of a rotator cuff injury may include pain, weakness, and limited range of motion in the affected shoulder.

Naltrexone To Treat Alcoholism

by

Jeff

Green

At a zoom seminar conducted by the Sharbot Lake Family Health Team in conjunction with Brad Flear, an addictions and mental health worker with Addictions and Mental of KFL&A, Ottawa based family doctor Dr. Jennifer Purdy discussed some of the protocols she follows for patients who want/need to control their alcohol intake and have not been successful using other treatment methods.

She prescribes a drug called Naltrexone, a drug that binds to the endorphin receptors in the body, and blocks the effects and feelings of alcohol. Dr. Purdy prescribes the drug using the Sinclair method, which was developed by dr. David Sinclair in the 1990s, and has been the subject of studies ever since.

“Instead of taking Naltrexone the way people take most medications, once or twice a day at the same time, the Sinclair method is to have patients take Naltrexone an hour before their first drink of the day,” Purdy said during the seminar.

She explained that Naltrexone does not change the way the taste or anything else about alcohol, but it prevents the alcohol from producing the endorphins that those who depend on alcohol have become accustomed to as their habit has developed and been reinforced over years of drinking.

Over time, drinking becomes less desirable, and in many cases people find themselves drinking less, or not at all.

“One of the problems with other forms of treatment for alcohol, for many people, is the all or nothing mentality. Programs like Alcoholics Anonymous work really well for some people and that is great, but there are others for whom it does not work. One of the difficulties is the way the brain works, because cravings increase when they are abstaining, and only decrease when they have a drink.”

She said that studies where people were given Naltrexone and told not to drink showed that Naltrexone was not effective.

“In order for Naltrexone to work, it must be taken with alcohol. And in some cases, if people are drinking for a

Columns Cont from p5 you if more information is required and your return will be filed electronically. We'll call when your paper copy is ready for pick up. How easy is that! For more info, call Chelsea at 613-376-6477 ext 308.

Saturday, March 25, 2023 is the South Frontenac Com- • munity Recreation & Leisure Services Fair at the Storrington Centre (3910 Battersea Road in Sunbury) 10 - 2pm. Learn about and register for local recreation, leisure and social programs for all ages and interests. E-mail recsupport@southfrontenac.net for more information

Thursday, April 6, 2023 is Diners Club at the Verona • Free Methodist Church. A delicious meal of hickory smoked baked ham from Seed to Sausage, scalloped potatoes, coleslaw and strawberry shortcake dessert. Just $10 per person. Seats are limited, so please pre-register by calling 613-376-6477 ext 303 email Joanne Be sure to let us know

long time, say over 4 hours, they may find the drinks are starting to taste really good, they need to take a second dose,” she said.

She also said that it takes time for Naltrexone to work.

“In very few cases, patients have said they felt effects the first time they tried it, but in most cases it takes time, but not that long, only a week or two to feel an effect, and the effect then increases.”

The cost is covered by health plans, and some insurance plans, and it costs about $200 per month otherwise.

A couple of the barriers to treatment are that the Sinclair method is an off label use of Naltrexone, which is listed as a daily dose drug instead of being prescribed to be taken an hour before drinking, which is not necessarily a daily occurrence for people.

“Some patients, and some families, find it hard to get their head around a doctor telling them or their loved one to drink. It seems counter-intuitive, but in order for Naltrexone to work, people need to drink after taking it,” she said.

Because Naltrexone blocks opioid receptors, it can be dangerous and not prescribed for people who take opioids in addition to alcohol.

“There is a real risk of overdose because the opioids will not work, because the receptors are full, and people end up taking more and more, hence the risk of overdose.”

While much of what Dr. Purdy talked about was aimed at doctor's who are considering prescribing Naltrexone for their patients, she also provided some general infor-

of any diet restrictions, gluten free, diabetic or other.

Saturday, April 22, 2023 is the Spring Craft & Bake Sale. • Our new location will be the Golden Links Hall at 4186 Colebroke Road, Harrowsmith, Ontario. There will be thirty (30) vendors, home baking table and a light lunch will be served. Doors open from 9am to 2pm.

The Harrowsmith S & A Club is happy to offer a FREE, • two day First Aid Certification Course on May 20th (Saturday) and 21st (Sunday) from 9am to 4pm with 1/2 hour for lunch. The course will be at 4041 Colebrooke Road in Harrowsmith, Ontario. There is a $10 registration fee to sign up, which is refundable upon completion of the course. The course is presented by Mark Rodgers from the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada. We would like to thank the township of South Frontenac for sponsoring this event. This is a great opportunity to become certified. There are only twelve spaces, so book as soon as possible. Contact harrowsmithsanda@gmail.com.

mation.

The session also included two testimonials, from clients of Brad Flear's who have been prescribed Naltrexone by their own family doctors after Flear encouraged them to try it.

The stories were powerful, delving into some of the drinking and other mental health issues they have dealt with over their lives. The first man talked about his attempts at abstinence. At a difficult time, he was referred to Brad Flear, who gave him a book about the Sinclair method. He decided to try it, and even though it was prescribed as a one pill a day, he used the Sinclair method instead.

“At first I drank a little more than normal, but after a few weeks the cravings diminished and eventually they went away.”

He said that he has had two drinks this year, both with people to celebrate life events.

“I never drink alone, which was what I did before all the time, and alcohol is not a force in my life. I used to spend all my time thinking about when I was going to drink, what I was going to drink. It was a big part of my life, and now it isn't.”

He added that he has suffered from depression and anxiety throughout his life, and they are the best they have ever been right now and he is not taking any medication, other than medication for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

The book that both Dr. Purdy and Brad Flear recommend for anyone who is interested in the topic is called the Cure for Alcoholism by Roy Eskapa - forward by David Sinclair.The second testimonial differed from the first in many respects, but with a similar result. ■

HENDErSON

Jean Brown

613-336-2516

This is no joke- it’s true that on Sat. April 1 a “Fools Plunge” • is happening at the Arden Mill Pond at 9:00 in the morning when many hearty souls will take the swimming plunge and are seeking sponsorship in aid of raising funds for the rink shack in Arden. Plunging fools are sought along with sponsors and more info is available at C4 Country convenience in Arden or by e-mail at Cayleigh Matson caymatson4@gmail. com . Check out the delicious baking when there too, and get behind the rink shack- that needs a tune up. It’s been home to many memories- skating prep, stolen kisses, and even a warming place for skating. Oh yes - the fire department folks will be there in the water to lend a hand.

Harlowe Hall offers their super duper special Open mike • on Sat March 25 from 1 – 5pm where there will be yummy food to purchase while enjoying the singers. Cost is $5.00 for the public and 2 for entertainers. Food is available to purchase and it’s always a gastronomical extravaganza- no one goes away hungry. I get hungry writing and thinking about it for sure!

Land O’Lakes Emmanuel United Church welcomed the • Rev. Elaine Kellogg of Napanee to guest lead on Sunday March 19.

Our Pine Meadow People rocked the Oscars and St. Patricks Day this past week with thanks to Ray and Marvin for music and also the refreshment crew who served shamrock shakes and other delicacies.

Fantastic music is happening today Thurs. March 23 at • Snow Road Community Centre from 7 to 930pm, featuring our own amazing fiddler/singer/dancer Jess Wedden who has played her violin at many area churches and fairs, and musician extraordinaire Chris Murphy who brings over a dozen musical instruments, along with traditional and original tunes. (Adults $15.00, ages 6-12 $7.00; info Mike 613-278-1853) Both Jess and Chris have recently backed up musician David Francey, and of course Chris is the lead singer in the well known band Turpins Trail. Between the two they have played with or backed up Ashley MacIsaac David Francey, Séan McCann, Sarah Harmer, Ron Hynes, J.P. Cormier, Fred Eaglesmith, Leahy, Jessica Pearson (East Wind).

By Kelli McRobert

The most recent snowfall provided guests with the perfect packing snow for a snowball or snow man. Beverley greeted us as we made the final climb up the driveway towards the large white farmhouse neatly tucked back from the road and nestled in the woods, like a giant safe hug. Beverley herself, seemed pleased that company had arrived as she trundled up to meet us. She reminded me of a character from Game of Thrones cloaked in a large fur cape and seeming quite content in the cooler temperatures, a character from the north wall, perhaps. As she sniffed and gave her approval of the new visitors her sister Molly, circled the group. She was, in contrast, a giant, sleek and tall, with that bull mastiff face that had seen a few years on the quiet and comfortable farm, mature, solid, trustworthy and kind.

The farm itself was the creation of Karen and Mike Gervais who lovingly built many elements themselves, with each building having a story. Mike is ex-military, and while, he misses the days of military precision, he is at ease on the farm with his Billie boots and gloves as he tends to his ‘girls’ out back. As our canine companions led us towards the small back door, Mike greets us and welcomes us with a genuine handshake and begins the behind-the-scenes tour as we made our way towards the rustic barns out back. Karen, who has been diagnosed with MS, gets prepared to join us outside as she manoeuvres the slick driveway, and, like a trooper, wheels her way through the recent snow fall, taking it in stride, a lengthy journey of challenges and discovery. Mike is quick to point out that Karen was the builder of many of the structures out back and was passionate about sheep before having to sell them due to some of her limitations. As the barns sat still, there was a longing for life, and Karen realized that this would be an opportunity to bring back the energy that the farm was lacking.

As fate would have it, a local neighbour needed a place to keep some alpaca and within a short period of time the tenants sparked an interest in Karen as she investigated the care and tending of alpaca. 4 became, 8, and then the numbers steadily increased to where they currently have 20+ of these camelids. The alpaca wool is used to make clothing items such as hats, mitts, sweaters and more and there are currently close to 4 million alpacas worldwide. Each alpaca produces about 10lbs of fleece each year, and the wool is stronger, warmer, and softer than a sheep’s wool at the same weight. It comes in 22 different natural colours and is hypoallergenic. There are two breeds of the four-legged animal the Huacaya alpaca and the Suri alpaca, and they are smaller than a llama.

When we got down to the main stables you could see a few curious faces pop out from one of the barn doors, two males peeking out to see what the two-legged creatures were doing. Most likely, hoping that we were bringing along a few treats for them to sample. As we entered the gated compound, Mike headed off and asked the

‘girls’ if they would come out for a visit and plied them with some fresh hay. Two large white dogs Dexter and Fergus, led the parade as the ladies ranging in size and colours, flowed out of the stalls with their little faces held high, curious, but aloof, unless you were holding the treat bucket! The entourage just kept coming. Big girls, small girls, young and old, pranced out with their well manicured nails, each one having a unique personality or characteristic, as they milled about and discussed their hierarchy sampling bits of hay and approaching the ‘humans’ for some yummy nibbles.

Dogs, humans, alpacas, and fowls, what a way to start the afternoon! The energy was lovely as each one milled about, rolled on the ground, or presented a different way to nibble the kibble from my hand. Some would look at you with those dark chocolate eyes, large eyelashes catching a few flakes of snow, inquisitive but again, somewhat disinterested in the visit, and the older ladies seem to be used to being on display knowing treats would soon ensue. Dex and Fergus, sit and stay with their ladies reminiscent of the old cartoon, some of us may remember, of Sam the Sheepdog and Ralph the Wolf. The boys were like small soldiers on duty, 24x7 protecting the herd, but you could still find that lovely closeness as they lean against your leg, and look for quick pets, as they circle the pen, alert and ready for what lurks nearby.

We continued our tour and headed over to the sugar shack where the weathered boards protected us from the cooler day outside. Mike is eager to get tapping soon, and when the fireplace is going, the shack is

warm and dry and becomes a place to grab a snack or share a story as sap boils, reducing to pure Ontario liquid gold. We head back up towards the main house, dogs in tow, and entered a quaint little shop where Karen has a variety of items you can purchase. Some are brought in from Peru, while others are hand crafted by local knitters, who are commissioned to use her wool. The warmth of the shop allows you to wander and enjoy some of the speciality items like beautiful mittens, hats, and fun dryer balls. Roving and yarn is also available to purchase.

If you are looking for a fun outing, head over to Hidden Meadows Alpacas located at 239 Back Street, in Seeley’s Bay, Ontario. You can also find them at www. hiddenmeadowsalpacas.com or by email hdnmdws2@ hotmail.com or call 613-387-3006.

Thank you for the tour and we look forward to seeing you in the Spring. ■

Mike Gervais feeds the alpacas at Hidden Meadows Alpacas in Seeley’s Bay.

Building Business, Growing Communities

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We are a dedicated team of professionals who pride ourselves on delivering business advice and loan services that nurtures and supports your entrepreneurial spirit. Having had small businesses ourselves, the staff understands the opportunities and challenges that you have to deal with and we are here to help you reach your goals.

Frontenac Business Services is a Community Futures Development Corporation. It is a not-for-profit organization that is governed by a volunteer board of directors and funded by Federal Economic Development

For Southern Ontario (FedDev) to support small businesses through:

• One-on-one business consultations at no cost

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• Information and connection to our network

• Flexible commercial loan financing

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

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

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

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

For a free consultation, call 1.888.372.9962

Events

NEws spring 2023

Frontenac Business Services’ Basic Bookkeeping workshop goes over the different accounting software available, how to create accounts and helpful reports to pull.

Wed, April 19 from 2 to 3:30 pm. To register https://rb.gy/zk2dp9

“A goal without a plan is just a wish”

Join Jason Brown for an informative session on Sales and Marketing planning. Topics will include Setting Goals, Brand Strategy, Inbound Marketing, Marketing Campaigns and Sales Planning. Thurs, March 30th from 9:30 –11:00am. To register for in-person https:// rb.gy/ctarbg or virtual https://rb.gy/kwvpq7

Learn how Canada Digital Adoption Program and Digital Transformation grants can benefit your business in this online presentation, March 29 from noon to 1 pm. To register https://tinyurl.com/yckvxkkt

Frontenac County Business Networking

Save the date - Wednesday, April 26 – 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Belong, Sharbot Lake

Open Farms 2023

Interested in being involved or learning more?

Email Debbi Miller to be added to the list to receive more information. dmiller@ frontenaccounty.ca

The Frontenac Farmers Market will be back again this year at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith. They have a new look and a new day - Fridays from 3pm -7pm beginning in May. The market has a growing list of vendors but still has some roomspecifically for farmers and food vendors. Visit their website for more information, www. frontenacfarmersmarket.com

A south Frontenac Holistic Health Fair is being planned for this fall. If you are a Holistic, Metaphysical, Alternative or Complementary Health business owner in South Frontenac and would like to meet potential clients or like-minded business owners, contact Ellie@ EvolutionWellness.ca 613-328-4156.

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Janna Comrie and Michael Bartley on their recent purchase of Pineridge Cottages on lovely 5th Depot Lake in Parham. Consisting of 12 waterfront cottages, the resort will continue providing seasonal getaways from the spring through the fall. The resort features a beach area with some games, great fishing, boat rentals and walking paths. In addition, Michael and Janna have been working on improving the comfort of the cottages and the surrounding spaces for their guests. In the off season, the resort will be used as a retreat location for First Responders and Veterans. For more information, visit www.pineridgecottages.com or contact the resort at (613) 328-2345. “We would like to thank CFDC for their financial support in helping us to provide a great space for both creating beautiful memories and healing our Warriors!” said Janna Comrie.

Congratulations to Black Entrepreneurship Ecosystem (BEE), on the creation of their new not-for-profit organization established to help spark the entrepreneurial spirit among potential Black entrepreneurs and to help accelerate the growth of Black-owned businesses in Southeastern Ontario. https://www.bee-seo.ca/

Do you have business news that you would like to share in our next newsletter or on social media? Email anne@frontenacbusiness.ca.

For more on our services visit www.FrontenacBusiness.ca

Programs

summer Company

Students aged 15 to 29 can start and run their own businesses as Summer Company entrepreneurs. Participants receive handson business mentoring and up to $3,000 to operate their businesses. Apply by May 15 https://www.investkingston.ca/ summercompany/

Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership

The governments of Canada and Ontario are launching the $1.77 billion five-year program to provide a range of investments into the agri-food sector to help improve productivity, competitiveness and resilience. The program is to launch April 1st and details about the program will be posted online as they become available.

Indigenous Business Navigator service

This new service available through Indigenous Services Canada can help connect you with programs and services across different Government of Canada departments and agencies. https://tinyurl. com/29rmwn9a or email navigator@sacisc.gc.ca with the type of help needed, and a representative will respond.

Canada Digital Adoption Program

Eligible businesses will receive micro-grants of up to $2,400 to help with the costs related to adopting digital technologies as well as support and advice from a network of E-Commerce Advisors. The grant can be used to cover costs associated with a range of activities, including website development, search engine optimization, subscription fees for e-commerce platforms and social media advertising. https://www. investkingston.ca/cdap/

spotlight on Business Grains and Goods Bakery

In ten words or less, what's so special about your products?

Everything we bake is handmade, using mostly organic, high-quality ingredients.

Intriguing. Tell us more. My grandfather used to be a master baker back in Germany, where quality bread is very much part of the culture. Recipes and traditions change from region to region. When I grew up, I learned a lot from him about bread, and it's been a passion of mine ever since. I met my wife in Germany, in Cologne, where she was living. She grew up in Toronto, and after we got married, we decided to move back to Canada, were we got the chance to take over the hobby farm that’s been in her family since the 1980s.

Many people dream about starting a food or drinks business. How did you launch yours? What's the story behind your business?

I started baking on a tiny scale for family and friends at home. It just grew from there, organically and via word of mouth. My first commercial client was a farmer who asked if I'd like to provide the bread for his CSA boxes during the summer, around 32 loaves a week.

And that's when I realized that this had the potential to be more than a hobby.

Did you receive any help from Frontenac Business Services?

Frontenac Business Services has been very supportive, from making connections and introductions to helping us with our finances. The team is excellent to work with.

Where are you now? Where is your business going?

When we first took over our commercial kitchen, we weren't planning to use it as a retail location. But the building is located right in the middle of the village, and it has a storefront, so we thought why not open it up for a few days and see where it goes. We opened in the beginning of January 2022, and even with temperatures of -20 outside, we had people lining up for 20 minutes to get fresh bread. So we changed the business from delivery to a proper bakery with a store, and that's our focus now. The people around here are interested in good, local food. There's a mix of people who have always been locals, people who moved here during COVID, cottagers and weekenders. Many of them seem to love great baked goods.

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Liz & Roland Jensch, Grains and Goods Bakery

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Dr. Doneisha Is Ready To Talk, & Advise

by Jeff Green

t has been a circuitous journey that has brought Dr. Doneisha Dodd to the Clarendon area of Central/North Frontenac to open an online Naturopathic practice.

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She was raised in Brampton, and did a Bachelor’s degree in Biology at York University in Toronto, and then did a Master’s Degree in Human Anatomy at The University of Edinburgh in Scotland, an experience she remembers fondly.

Her studies led her to become very interested in Naturopathy, and to enrolling at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine for a four year long program.

In the meantime, her parents had left the GTA and moved to smaller Ontario communities, first to Cobourg, and then to Kaladar in 2018, and in 2021 they moved to the Clarendon Station area.

“After I graduated and completed my licensing examination in order to apply and become registered with the College

of Naturopaths of Ontario, I moved up here and started up my practice,” she said, in a phone interview last week.

As a practitioner of Naturopathy, she said that she uses a variety of “different therapies; nutrition, lifestyle, herbs and supplements, mindfulness, mental health and hydrotherapy to help my patients improve their health.”

Conditions that she has worked with patients to address include high blood pressure, diabetes, respiratory conditions, gut dysfunction and auto-immune disorders such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.

“I work with people with many conditions. I encourage people to have family doctors, and am very much willing to work with family doctors. It is important for people to have a health team,” she said.

She works in a couple of different ways, through personal consultations, specialised workshops, and through the Health Collective, a monthly subscription to her

writings on a number of topics.

One of her upcoming workshops is called “Blood Sugar Simplified” which is based partly on her own experience while studying Naturopathy when she compared her own blood work with what she was learning and realized that she was at risk of developing Diabetes, which she has a family history of as well.

That set her to develop a strict diet which she describes as “an epic failure”. But it put her on a path to finding a plan that worked for her.” The virtual workshop will consist of a presentation, a one-hour cooking demonstration, presentation slides and a workbook with extra resources for participants and their families to use.

Her website, drdoneishadodd.com, outlines all of her services and pricing, as Naturopathy is not covered by OHIP, as well as including general information about health issues.

All of her services are available virtually, and she has patients from across

Jam Sessions Return to Storrington Centre

By Peter Bird

Jam Sessions (Open Mic) moved back into the newly renovated Storrington Centre at 3910 Battersea Road in Sunbury, on Friday, March 10. “We’re glad to be back”, said John Kot, lead guitarist and organiser (with Wayne Eves and Evelyn Ramdahanie).

This is my interview with John Kot.

Q. Did you keep the Jam sessions going during the renovations?

A. Yes, we managed to rent space from the Inverary United Church.

Q. Can you explain how your backup band works?

A. These are all volunteers that can play well, we can only have a certain number of people on stage at one time. The lineup

can change from week to week depending on availability. (On Fri. Mar. 11 the lineup was John Kot - Lead Guitar, Darren Johnson – Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Wayne Eves – Bass Guitar, Grace Timmerman –Dobro Guitar, Brad Watt – Acoustic/Electric Guitar)

Q. On the opening night you had 34 performers, is that about normal?

A. It depends upon what people are doing. We have anywhere from 25 and we’ve had over 40 entertainers, the average is 30-35.

Q. Does that make it a long night?

A. The time used to be 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, but with so many people coming that we started at 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm. On the opening night, we went to 10:30 pm.

Q. What is the most popular music genre played?

A. People can sing or play anything they want, that’s not to say the band playing behind will know the music. We’re still getting new amateur singers and some decent singers. It’s a great venue for novice singers to get a little face presence and improve their singing and confidence. I tell people they should know their song really well because when they start singing it gives the band an idea of how the song goes.

I usually put out a CD of various en-

tertainers that go to Sunbury. I try to pick out about 8 people and have them do 2 songs each to put on the CD, and it gives them some studio experience. There is no charge and we sell the CD’s to the audience. It’s a good eye-opener for them.

A brief history: Margery Smith founded the Jam in 2006 and ran it until 2012. Several people kept the jam going until 2015/2016 when John Kot took over.

The jam runs on Friday nights: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm. Admission is $2:00. No charge for refreshments. ■

Ontario as well as locally, and next week, Dr. Dodd will be participating in the Wellness Fair that is being organised by the Lakelands Family Health Team in Flinton (see ad on this page). ■

Dr. Doneisha Dodd.

Rick McQueen and John Kot

Nature Conservancy Seeks to Protect Sensitive Lands in Central Frontenac

Last week, The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) announced the complete protection of ecologically sensitive lands surrounding Loon Lake, located in Central Frontenac. NCC and nature champion Monte Hummel have reached an agreement to protect the final piece of private land in a conservation network that spans over 2,000 hectares.

For more than 25 years, NCC has partnered with Hummel to conserve much of Loon Lake through several conservation agreements. At 0.4 hectares, this latest small but significant land parcel at Glen’s Cove, located at the east end of the lake, helps to ensure that the area remains barrier-free for wide-ranging animals such as black bear, fisher and otter, and that the lake is protected for migratory birds, like common loon. The conservation agreements prohibit development and place limitations on land use. They also conserve habitat, ensuring the delivery of clean water to downstream

communities, and protect the area’s ecological integrity by establishing a large contiguous block of conserved land.

Hummel’s passion for the local wilderness is an extension of his family’s 60year connection to the land. The protected area provides habitat for over 30 species at risk, including monarch butterfly (endangered), snapping turtle (special concern), nighthawk (special concern), whippoor-will (threatened) and five-lined skink (special concern).

In addition to Hummel, NCC wishes to acknowledge the many donors that made this conservation project possible. They include the Government of Ontario, through the Greenlands Conservation Partnership, the Schad Foundation and other donors.

"Protecting such a beautiful place on the Canadian Shield during my lifetime has been an honour. And I feel that extending that stewardship for another 999 years is the least I can do to thank Loon Lake for its

TOWNSHIP OF ADDINGTON HIGH l ANDS OFFICIAL PLAN UPDAte Notice Of Special Meeting Of Council And Public Open House

The Township of Addington Highlands invites all interested persons to attend a Special Meeting of Council and/or Public Open House for the purpose of considering revisions that may be required as part of a proposed update to the Township’s Official Plan, as documented in the Existing Conditions Report and two (2) Discussion Papers, pursuant to the requirements of 26(3) of the Planning Act, RSO 1990, as amended.

Special Meeting of Council

Monday, March 27, 2023, 3:00 pm

Township of Addington Highlands Municipal Offices, 72 Edward Street, Flinton electronic Attendance / Council Chambers

If you wish to participate electronically, contact Patricia Gray – contact info below Public viewing will be available via livestream at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLO7ewt7KGVJwxvj_iRvYHg/

Public Open House

Monday, March 27, 2023 - 5:00-6:30pm (Presentation at 5:10) township of Addington Highlands, 72 edward Street, Flinton electronic Attendance / Council Chambers

If you wish to participate electronically, contact Patricia Gray – contact info below PUrPOSe AND eFFeCt

The Township of Addington Highlands is undertaking the legislated review of its Official Plan as required by the Planning Act. The Town’s current Official Plan was approved by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing on February 27th, 2006 and was most recently updated in 2015. The Official Plan Review will update and refine the goals, objectives, policies, and schedules of the Official Plan to ensure that it is consistent with the 2020 Provincial Policy Statement, and reflects matters of local interest.

The intent of these meetings is not to review a Draft Official Plan, which will be prepared and made available for review in the following months, but to consider recommended policy approaches outlined in the Existing Conditions Report and Discussion Papers. Information related to the Official Plan Review process, including the Existing Conditions Report and the two (2) Discussion Papers, can be viewed on the Township’s website as of end of day on March 20, 2023 at https://addingtonhighlands.ca/official-plan/ or at the Township’s Municipal Offices at 72 Edward Street, Flinton during business hours.

SUBJeCt LANDS

The update to the Official Plan will affect all lands within the municipal boundary of the Township of Addington Highlands.

DetAILS

Any person may attend the Special Meeting of Council however there will not be opportunity for the public to speak at the meeting. The Project Team will be presenting the Reports to Council to obtain feedback from Council only.

At the Public Open House, the same presentation will be given as presented to Council. Following the presentation, attendees (in-person and virtual) will have the opportunity to provide comments and/or ask questions of the Project Team.

If you would like to attend the virtual meeting please register by 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Friday, March 24, 2023 by contacting Patricia Gray at the Township at deputyclerkplanning@ addingtonhighlands.ca.

If you are unable to attend the virtual meeting you may provide written comments by submitting them to the contact information provided below.

A copy of the agenda for the Special Meeting of Council, including any attachments, will be available by end of day March 22, 2023.

CONtACt INFOrMAtION

Mail: Official Plan Update

c/o Patricia Gray, Deputy Clerk/Planning Secretary

Township of Addington Highlands

72 Edward Street, P.O. Box 89

Flinton, ON

K0H 1P0

email: deputyclerkplanning@addingtonhighlands.ca | Phone: 613-336-2286 ext.202

generosity to my family in our modest offgrid cabin for over 60 years. Further, the conservation agreement announced today includes a lovely bay called Glen's Cove, named in memory of Canadian conservation philanthropist Glen Davis — a close personal friend for nearly 40 years, who made a monumental impact on conservation across Canada." – Monte Hummel, landowner

“Our government is proud to support this project through the Greenlands Conservation Partnership, a $20-million investment over four years to help conserve important

natural areas, like Loon Lake, as well as the many species that depend on them.

I want to thank Monte Hummel for his incredible generosity and also recognize the tremendous work the Nature Conservancy of Canada is doing with its many partners to conserve more greenspaces here in Ontario and leaving a legacy for the benefit of future generations.” – David Piccini, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks.

TOWNSHIP OF C ENT r A l Fr ONTENAC 2023 Youth Summer employment Opportunities

Eligible applicants must be between the ages of 15 – 30 years and be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Position Title: Public Works Student Technician (1) $15.50 to $17.75

Monday through Friday

Duration: May 8 – August 25, 2023 (start date negotiable)

Duties: Complete AutoCAD and GIS assignments, assist with asset management records, filing as per The Ontario Municipal Records Management System (TOMRMS) and assist with project management. Field reviews, inspection and inventory gathering for various projects and assist with department inquires. Must have a valid G2 Ontario Driver’s Licence

Position Title: Public Works Labourer (4) $15.50 to $17.75

Monday through Friday, possibility of some evening and weekend work

Duration: May 8 – August 25, 2023 (start date negotiable)

Duties: General labour and maintenance tasks, operation of tools and equipment. Must be able to work outside in varying weather conditions and perform the physical demands of the job. Must have a valid G2 Ontario Driver’s Licence

Position Title: Waste Site Assistant (2) $15.50 to $17.75

Wednesday- Sunday or Friday- Tuesday

Duration: May 8 – August 25, 2023 (start date negotiable)

Job Duties: General labour and maintenance tasks, operation of tools and equipment in connection with operation of the Township’s waste sites, including education and promotion of the waste management program. Must be able to work outside in varying weather conditions and perform the physical demands of the job.

Position Title: Clerical Assistant- Clerks Department (1) $15.50 to $17.75

Monday through Friday

Duration: May 8 – August 25, 2023 (start date negotiable)

Job Duties: Clerical duties including mailing, photocopying, scanning, and taking notes. Filing using The Ontario Municipal Records Management System (TOMRMS). Data entry using MS Word, Excel and Citywide.

Position Title: Clerical Assistant- Building Department (1) $15.50 to $17.75 Monday through Friday

Duration: May 8 – August 25, 2023 (start date negotiable)

Job Duties: Clerical duties including mailing, photocopying, scanning, and taking notes. Filing using The Ontario Municipal Records Management System (TOMRMS). Data entry using MS Word, Excel and Citywide.

Position Title: Emergency Services Student (2) $16.00 to $17.75

Monday through Friday

Duration: May 8 – August 25, 2023 (start date negotiable)

Job Duties: Complete and update physical inventory for each Fire Station and on hand delivery for each fire truck. Door to door smoke/carbon monoxide alarm program, visiting residents in the Township of Central Frontenac to make sure they have working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors and educate residents on maintenance of devices and home safety. Must have a valid G2 Ontario Driver’s Licence

Lead Swim Instructor (1) $17.00 to $18.64

Monday through Friday

Duration: June 19,2023 – August 25, 2023 (start date negotiable)

Special Certificates/Licenses/Requirements:

• Red Cross Instructor Certified.

• Current First Aid / CPR Certificate.

• NLS Lifeguard Certification.

• Must provide own transportation to and from work.

• 1 year experience as a Lifeguard / Instructor preferred.

Assistant Swim Instructor (1) $15.50 to $16.30

Monday through Friday

Duration: June 26 – August 25, 2023 (start date negotiable)

Special Certificates/Licenses/Requirements:

• Red Cross Instructor Certified.

• Current First Aid / CPR Certificate.

• NLS Lifeguard Certification.

• Must provide own transportation to and from work.

• 1 year experience as a Lifeguard / Instructor preferred.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter in a sealed envelope or email resume and cover letter to jlegue@centralfrontenac.com

Clearly marked “Confidential- (position applied for)”

March 31st, 2023, at 12:00 (noon) to:

Township of Central Frontenac

Attention: Jody Legue, Executive Assistant

P.O. Box 89

Sharbot Lake ON K0H 2P0

Fax: 613-279-2422

E-mail: jlegue@centralfrontenac.com

We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those considered for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information will be collected for the principal purpose of determining an applicant’s eligibility for potential employment. The Township of Central Frontenac is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation for an applicant with a disability will be provided upon request.

The Roar

By Lynn Obourne

The LOL Lions Club are very excited to present our newest project, The Speakers’ Forum. This idea has been in the making for several months. Recently, the Cloyne District Historical Society (CDHS) joined in with us. We are being sponsored by the County of Lennox and Addington.

The idea behind the Speakers’ Forum is to invite experts in various fields of interest to share their knowledge and expertise on many different subjects for our community free of charge. Our first engagement will be on Wednesday April 12th. This date will start outside (weather permitting) with the dedication of the Lions Friendship Arch to the Charter Members who established the club on January 22, 1969.

You may have noticed the Arch as it was placed in the front yard of the Club a few months ago. The Arch, which started as a symbol of friendship between nations was first erected in 1966 between the US and Canada borders (The Lions Club of Abbotsford B.C. and the Sumas Lions Club of Washington) symbolizes now the friendship and a commitment of the Club to show kindness and serve the commu-

Birthday

Happy 12th Birthday to Trinity Barb

Spencley-Green

From Mom

90th Birthday

Celebration for Arnold Martin

Stuart, Steve, Scott, Sharon and Shelley invite family and friends to drop by the Verona Lions Hall, 4504 Sand Rd, Verona on April 22, 2023 between 1-4 to wish Arnold a Happy 90th Birthday.

OBituary

S ORTBERG, Anette Majland

it is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a wonderful lady, Anette Majland sortberg (Gerdie/ Gert). she passed away, peacefully, in her home on March 16, 2023 surrounded by family and friends.

anette is predeceased by her parents poul and ruth sortberg. anette leaves behind her devoted husband of 32 years, Mark Heaney, her uncle and aunt John and audrey sortberg, her long-term friend, Fay vandewal and family. Her “Kid” rachael vandewal (tylor) and granddaughters isabelle and abigail. anette’s passing will be felt around the world as she is mourned by her brother Bjarne Sortberg (Jane) and sister Sanne Gregersen (ole) and her many danish family members. anette had a very giving and caring nature that will be missed by so many cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, coworkers and garden centers. there will be a celebration of Life held on Friday March 24th, 2023 (Her Birthday) at the Golden links hall in Harrowsmith, oN, from 4pm to 8pm. All are welcome! In lieu of flowers her family asks that donations be made in her name to the canadian cancer society or to the Golden links hall. in the care of Trou SDAL e Funer AL Ho M e 4374 Mill St. Sydenham on (613)376-3022

nity that it is part of.

This ceremony will commence at 6:15 pm with the cutting of the ribbon. The names of the Charter Members will be read out and plaque with their names will be placed on the Arch. As a nod to the historic meaning of the Arch and a link to the memory of the Charter Members, attendees will be receiving a brief History Booklet of the Club.

The rest of the evening will be indoors where our first speaker, Ray Charbonneau, will present his talk on Art Restoration at 7 pm lasting about 1 hour, followed by questions and answers. Refreshments will follow.

Mr. Charbonneau has been in the Fine Arts industry for over 40 years as an Art Consultant throughout North America and beyond. He has worked with galleries, curators and artists as an Art Restorer and has many interesting stories to present.

This event is free of charge, but space is limited so you do need to pre-register by going to https://lolspeakersforum.eventbrite.ca or call Nawar 778-384-3381 or Ken 613-336-3211.

We will be having a new topic on the second Wednesday of every month through to September.

Hope to see you there!

OBituary

Craig Cardiff at St. Andrews

Anglican in Sharbot Lake

among his fans.

www.trousdalefuneralhome.com

Laverne Grant Hawley – passed peacefully with family by his side at the Lennox & Addington General Hospital on Saturday, March 18, 2023. Dear father of Charles Hawley, Joanne (Roch) Benoit and cherished grampa of Michael, Amber and Noah. Laverne will be sadly missed by his sister Marie (late Ed) Lobb and his brother Allan (Karen) Hawley. Pre-deceased by his parents Alyesworth & Nellie Hawley, and by his brothers Glenn (Yvonne), Earl, Doug (late Evelyn) and Lorne (Denise). He will be fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. The family will receive friends at the Milestone Funeral Center, Northbrook on Saturday, March 25, 2023 from 122pm. The Funeral Service take place in the Chapel at 2:00pm with Rev. Vernon Scott officiating. Burial will take place later in the spring at the Dempsey Cemetery. Friends desiring may contribute in his memory to a charity of your choice. Online memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.milestonefuneralcenter.com

St. Andrews Anglican Church in Sharbot Lake is putting on a concert with True North recording artist Craig Cardiff on Saturday, April 1st, from 7pm -9pm.

Craig Cardiff is a prolific singer-songwriter, who has released 21 albums and EPs over the years, garnering over 100 million streams online globally. His first recording with True North Records, all this time running, has been attracting attention

The concert is a fundraiser for the church and the North Frontenac Food Bank, and is presented by Chris Jones. Tickets are $20 and are available at https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../craig-cardiffsharbot-lake... also accessible by typing Craig Cardiff Sharbot Lake in a Google search and clicking on the first listing that pops up.

Meet Artist Catherine Orfald at MERA April 2

For the entire month of April, the beauty of the natural world will be on display through the work of celebrated local artist Catherine Orfald. You are invited to join us at the MERA Schoolhouse for the show’s opening event on April 2nd.

Catherine is an artist, eLearning designer and developer, and avid nature lover inspired by what she sees around her: people, animals, landscapes, life, and death. She is a member of the Perth Autumn Studio Tour, and her work is displayed at the Riverguild cooperative in Perth.

“In painting, I try to convey the essence of what I see, influenced by my feelings.

MARY JANE MIKA, “MJ”, born May 5, 1954, passed away peacefully, at home in sharbot Lake on Friday, March 17th, surrounded by her loved ones. she fought a courageous battle with cancer, we believe the love she had for her family kept her here and present for as long as she was able. MJ was a dedicated nurse for 35 years and will be remembered for her huge compassionate heart, not only by her patients, but those who were lucky enough to know her. MJ will be forever and deeply missed by her husband Jerry Mika and her two daughters, casidhe and dana. Her sister, Leslie cronk has lost her best friend, but knows she is with her parents, Morley and doris Galt in heaven. that gives us all comfort.

Family and friends will be received at Gordon F. tompkins Funeral Home township chapel at 435 davis drive in Kingston, ontario on Friday, March 24th from 1-3pm for a visitation, with a chapel service and reception to follow. online condolences, photos and memories are welcomed online at tompkins Funeral Home township chapel. https://www.arbormemorial.ca/ en/gftompkins-township/obituaries

While painting, I seek a sense of unity with the subject… those moments when we’re drawn together, inter-connected. My usual medium is oil paint and I’ve been working in encaustic for the past few years as well.”

You are invited to join Catherine at the MERA Schoolhouse in McDonald’s Corners (974 Dalhousie Concession 9A) on Sunday April 2nd from 2 to 4PM to meet the artist, view their works and purchase that “must have” piece. To arrange to see the exhibition at times other than the Meet the Artist event, please contact Wayne Stryde gwstryde@outlook.com. ■

In Loving Memory of our Parents

Reginald Powley – d. January 24, 2012

Dixie Powley – d. February 26, 2009

Ellanora Meeks ~ March 09, 2019

Franklin Meeks – d. March 19, 2019

In a quiet country graveyard, softly sleeping by a country road, Lay our Parents we loved so dearly. Your presence we miss, your memory we treasure; Loving you always, forgetting you never. sadly missed, remembered & loved always, Laura Lee and reginald Jr.

Fresh Flowers for all Occasions

• Weddings • Birthdays • Anniversaries • Newborn

• Special Holidays • Boutonnieres & Corsages

We deliver to Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham & Now to Milestone Funeral Centre, Northbrook. 613-279-6446

Open 7 Days a Week - 24515 Hwy. 7, Sharbot Lake Ontario, inside Ram’s Esso www.goodfellowsflorist.com

613-336-6873

“Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure, you are loved beyond words, and missed beyond measure” ♥

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Stoves, washers, dryers, freezers, dishwashers. 3 months old and up. Sold with written guarantees. Fridges $100 and up.

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For good used appliances in working order or not, but no junk please. VISA and MASTERCARD accepted. We have our own financing also. Shop at our competitors and then come see for yourself quality at low prices.

Open evenings & 7 days a week. We deliver

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Open Evenings & Seven Days a Week - River Road Corbyville, Just North of Corby’s (613) 969-0287

APPlIANCES

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KINNeY AUtO WreCKING Station Road, Kaladar. 4x4 trucks & parts for sale. Scrap cars, stoves, fridges wanted. 613-336-9272.

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CeNtrAL BOILer OUtDOOr FUrNACeS offer the Classic, the Maxim and the New Edge. Your local Dealer, Wood Heat Solutions, Frankford, ON, 613-398-1611; Bancroft, ON 613-332-1613. www.chesher.ca

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SHIPPING CONtAINerS: Seacans Storage Containers, 7ft 10ft 20ft 40ft 45ft Steel garden sheds call 613-354-8744 or online http://IngeniousStorage.com

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SOCIAL & AtHLetIC CLUB HALL, Harrowsmith, A/C, kitchen & licensed bar, capacity 95, Reasonable rates. Info.: harrowsmithsanda@gmail.com.

VerONA LIONS HALL for all functions. Air conditioned. Full kitchen & bar. Capacity of 300, seating for 200. 613-374-2821 www.veronalions.ca

HuNTING

FIreArMS & HUNter eDUCAtION COUrSeS – Call 613-335-2786

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

Request For Proposal (RFP) and Request for Tenders (RFT’s)

1) RFP 2023-04 One (1) 4WD Backhoe Loader 2023 Model Year Or

2) RFT 2023-05 Supply and Delivery of Custom 40 Cubic Yard Roll-Off Bins and Stairs Or

3) RFT 2023-03 Rehabilitation of Coxvale and Ardoch road Bridges

Proposal documents and the prescribed Submission forms, which include the Minimum Requirements and Specifications, may be obtained from Biddingo. com or by email request to financialsupport@northfrontenac.ca

Please direct any specific inquiries to Darwyn Sproule, P. Eng. Public Works Manager publicworks@northfrontenac. ca or (613) 479-2231 Extension 230. Lowest or any proposal submission may not necessarily be accepted.

The Township reserves the right to cancel the Request for Proposal or the Request for Tender at any time up to the notification of Award.

Submissions shall be submitted to the undersigned, on the prescribed form, in a sealed package (per RFP or RFT), clearly identifying the document as:

“RFP 2023-04 One (1) 4WD Backhoe

Loader 2023 Model Year”

Or “rFt 2023-05 Supply and Delivery of Custom 40 Cubic Yard Roll-Off Bins and Stairs”

Or “rFt 2023-03 rehabilitation of Coxvale and Ardoch road Bridges” on or before 2:30 PM local time on Thursday, April 13, 2023

Corey Klatt, Dipl.M.A.

Chief Administrative Officer Township of North Frontenac

6648 Road 506, Plevna, Ontario, K0H 2M0

PErSONAl

CHeSSPLAYer? I have a table and a tournament standard chess set. Please call John R at Retirement Home (807) 252-0577

TOWNSHIP OF C ENT r A l Fr ONTENAC

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2023-04

ISSUE DATE: March 16th, 2023

TENDERS CLOSING:

PW-2023-02 Grounds Maintenance, Kennebec District. 1:00 p.m. local time on March 30th

PW-2023-03 Grounds Maintenance, Olden District1:30 p.m. local time on March 30th

PW-2023-04 Grounds Maintenance Hinchinbrooke District 2:00 p.m. local time on March 30th

PW-2023-05 Grounds Maintenance, OSO District 2:30 p.m. local time on March 30th

TENDER DOCUMENTS: Available at Biddngo.com. Physical Copies are also available for pickup at the municipal office at the address below.

Please submit the complete proposal by following the procedure outlined in the tender documents.

Tender shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope plainly marked with the above mentioned RFT Number and Description. The proponent shall provide their company name, address, and contact information on the envelope, and deliver it to the Township Municipal office located at: Township of Central Frontenac

P.O. Box 89

1084 Elizabeth Street Sharbot Lake, Ontario K0H 2P0

Attention: Noah Greer, Public Works Technologist

ADVANCeD FOOtCAre – rN. “Let me take care of your feet” – in home foot-care. Diabetic care, fungus treatments, corns, callous, ingrown nails. Call 613-929-8956

HANDYMAN SerVICe 40 years experience. Repairs, home construction/ renovation including window installation, tile, siding, plumbing etc. No job too small. Call Lloyd Hartwick 613 -539-2544.

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PHOtOCOPY SerVICeS available at The Frontenac News, 1095 Garrett St., rear building, Sharbot Lake. 8½” x 11” - Black & White 25¢ ea; Colour copies 60¢ ea. 613-279-3150.

Protected sites at Loon Lake link to public lands and to the even larger Depot Lakes Conservation Area. The Loon Lake area, combined with adjacent undeveloped lands, extends eastward to the Frontenac Arch Biosphere Reserve, which is an area of global significance.

Since 1962, NCC has brought Canadians together to conserve and restore more than 15 million hectares, including more than 196,000 hectares in Ontario. To learn more, visit natureconservancy.ca. ■

Hunter’s Creek Golf Course is hiring!

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Do you like cutting grass, landscaping & manual labour?

Are you a good cook? Proficient on a cash register? Like serving guests?

Do you want to learn some new skill setswhile making money?

We are hiring the right people with a great attitude… the rest we can teach!

reNOVAtIONS, Framing, Drywall, painting, laminate & vinyl flooring, brush and tree removal, and more. Contact Todd Gursby for estimates, 613-278-1300

TOWING

B’S rADICAL rIDeS Towing & Recovery. James Mills owner/operator. 613-335-5050; website: bsradicalrides.ca

WANTED TO BuY

.410 GAUGe SHOtGUN SHeLLS, Older 12 gauge shotgun shells. Please call Mike at 613483-4887

LOOKING tO BUY 75 old split rails for fence. Willing to take down fence if needed. Contact Steve at 403-466-7097

Online Auction

Wed., March 22, 6 pm

Soft Close tue., Mar. 28, 5pm

Pick Up Thursday, March 30, 10am-7pm

2245B Tennyson RD, Perth, ON K7H 3C8 Furniture, Appliances, Antiques, Collectibles, Tools and Much More!!

See www.theauctionhunt.com for updates.

Jim Beere, Auctioneer 613-326-1722

Call To Book Your Auction Today!

**reminder – Live Auction Sat. Mar. 25, Lanark Civitan, 10:00am**

TOWNSHIP OF C ENT r A l Fr ONTENAC reQUeSt FOr teNDer

rFQ No. PW- 2023-01 - Contracted equipment, Materials & trades

ISSUE DATE: March 16th, 2023

TENDER CLOSING: March 30th, 2023

TENDER DOCUMENTS: Available at BIDDINGO.COM and at the Township Office at the address below.

Quotes shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope plainly marked “PW 2023-01 Contracted equipment, Materials & trades“. The proponent shall provide their company name, address and contact information on the envelope, and deliver it to the Township Municipal office located at:

Township of Central Frontenac

P.O. Box 89

1084 Elizabeth Street

Sharbot Lake, Ontario K0H 2P0

Attention: Noah Greer, Public Works Technologist

The Submission Deadline is 3:00 pm. Local time March 30th, 2023.

• Must be 18-30 years old & able to obtain Food Safety & Smart Serve

Certification.

• Flexible work schedule/ availability is a must.

• 25-30 hours/ week (possibly more)

$16.50/ hour May to September

Apply in person, or send your resume/ letter to hunterscreekgolfclub369@gmail. com

We are also looking for candidates that are interested in casual/part-time for special events.

1198 Hwy 506 Cloyne, ON 613-336-2587

Seasonal Groundskeeper. April to October

Maintaining the greens, sand traps and fairways. Trimming, branch pick up, landscaping, leaf blowing, etc… Looking for a reliable, ambitious person willing to learn the irrigation system and upkeep of machinery.

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 April 6, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. Participation will be in-person or through electronic particiapation.

Purpose and Effect: To consider a Bylaw to Amend the Fees and Charges Bylaw more specifically to amend Schedule “N” Disposition of Land to:

• Increase the Administrative Fee;

• Increase Land Costs for Road Allowances; and

• Add a Re-activation Fee.

And to make some administrative changes to update wording and remove items no longer available (no change to fees).

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 10th day of March, 2023.

Tara Mieske Clerk/Planning

Manager Township of North Frontenac 613-479-2231 Ext. 225

clerkplanning@northfrontenac.ca

Seniors Save 20% Off

The next Seniors’ day is March 30th

NORTHERN HAPPENINGS

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

Thursday March 23

ArDeN - CHrIStIAN eDUCAtION COMMIttee MeetING 6pm. Arden United Church.

SNOW rOAD - MUSIC NIGHt FeAtUrING CHrIS MUrPHY & JeSS WeDDeN 7pm. Snow Road Community Centre. Tickets $15. Call 613-278-1853 for more info.

Friday March 24

INVerArY - YOUtH DANCe Storrington Lions Hall. Music & fun! Supervised, $5 per student.

SHArBOt LAKe - FrIDAY SUPPer 3pm. Sharbot Lake Legion. Stuffed Pork Roast. $17, supper 5:30.

Saturday March 25

SHArBOt LAKe - ALL YOU CAN eAt BreAKFASt 8-11am. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall). Hosted by Sharbot Lake & District Lions, in support of local swim program.

BAtterSeA - COMMUNItY reCreAtION & LeISUre

SerVICeS FAIr 10am-2pm. Storrington Centre. Service clubs, sports leagues/teams, and community associations will be promoting their services at this free fair. Attendees will be encouraged to learn about and register for local recreation, leisure, and social programs for all ages.

VerONA - StYLe reVIVAL 10am-1pm. Verona Free Methodist Church. Free gently used clothing and footwear for all ages.

ArDeN - GeNerAL MeetING 11am. Arden Legion.

HArLOWe - OPeN MIC 1-5pm Fourth Saturday of every month. Harlowe Hall. Admission $5, Entertainers $2. All welcome.

Refreshments available. Info - Marie 613-336-2557

BOLINGBrOKe - trIVIA NIGHt 5:30pm. ABC Hall. Dinner is optional, registration required. Info abchall.ca

Sunday March 26

Hwy 38 verona (613) 374-2112

GODFreY - BeDFOrD JAM 1-5pm. Glendower Hall. $2 admission, info Roy/Joan Sheppard 613-374-5477

DeNBIGH - MADAWASKA SeNIOr HOUSING AGM 4-6pm. Denbigh/Griffith Lions Club. Irish stew & desserts, goodwill offering, all welcome.

INVerArY - CHrIS MUrPHY IN CONCert 7pm. Inverary United Church.

Monday March 27

HeNDerSON - PAStOrAL CHArGe’S ANNUAL MeetING 9am. Henderson United Church.

Tuesday March 28

PLeVNA - CONtrACtOr & trADeSPerSON Free BreAKFASt & INFO SeSSION 7-8:30am. Clar-Mill Hall. 2023 Updates: building code, minor variances & more. NOrtHBrOOK - NOrtHBrOOK DINerS 10am-1pm. Northbrook Lions Hall. Roast Beef Dinner! $10. Come early and play cards before lunch. Free meal draw for next Diners in Northbrook. For reservations, contact Katie at 613-336-8934, ext 229

SNOW rOAD - MUSICIANS CIrCLe 7-10pm Last Tuesday of every month. Snow Road Community Centre. Join us for an evening of sharing, learning and enjoying music! Cost: $4 at the door toward hall rental Play and sing along with fellow musicians. All musicians and all genres of music (country, jazz, blues, folk, easy listening, blue grass) are welcome. Play along with others in a relaxed, supportive setting. Contact Mike Kennelly at (613) 278-1853 or kennmich4297@gmail.com

Wednesday March 29

SHArBOt LAKe - LeNteN LUNCH 12pm. St. Andrew’s Anglican Church. Reverend Blair Peever to speak, followed by soup and crackers

Thursday March 30

ArDeN - PAStOrAL CHArGe’S ANNUAL MeetING 7pm. Arden United Church.

Friday March 31

FLINtON - COMMUNItY HeALtH & WeLLNeSS DAY 10am3pm. Flinton Hall. INVerArY - FOOD BANK DrIVe 1-5pm. Storrington Lions Hall.

SHArBOt LAKe - FrIDAY SUPPer 3pm. Sharbot Lake Legion. Maple Cranberry Chicken, $17, supper 5:30. DeNBIGH - eUCHre NIGHt 7pm. Denbigh Community Hall. $2

Saturday April 1

SNOW rOAD - SNOW rOAD SNOWMOBILe CLUB

BreAKFAST 8-11am. Snow Road Snowmobile Clubhouse. Traditional breakfast PLUS pancakes and local maple syrup in support of Cancer Society Wheels of Hope. Enjoy breakfast & donate to charity and make an improvement in detection and treatment.

ArDeN - tHe “FOOL’S PLUNGe” 9am. Mill Pond. Hosted by Kennebec Recreation Committee. Pledge forms available at C4 Convenience. Info contact Cayleigh Matson.

MABerLY - tAY VALLeY COMMUNItY CHOIr SPrING CONCert 2pm. Maberly Community Hall. Admission by donation (suggested $10)

ArDeN - GAMe tIMe 2:30-4:30pm. Arden United Church. Bring a board game & have some fun!

SHArBOt LAKe - CrAIG CArDIFF LIVe 7-9pm. Sharbot Lake Country Inn. Proceeds to St. Andrews Anglican Church and local food bank. Limited tickets available.

Sunday April 2

MCDONALDS COrNerS - PANCAKe & WAFFLe

BreAKFASt 9am-12pm. McDonald’s Corners Agricultural Hall. $10 for adults/$5 kids. Gluten free pancakes available. VerONA - FAMILY FUN DAY 1-6pm. Verona Lions Hall. Games, crafts, music & food! Kids eat free, adults by donation.

Monday April 3

ArDeN SeNIOrS MeetING 11am. If you are 50+ and want to meet like minded folks, know about local events this group is for you! Bring a ‘Pot Luck’ dish to share after meeting.

rAILtON - MONtHLY BINGO 7pm First Monday of every month. St. Patrick’s Church. All benefits go to local charities

Tuesday April 4

VerONA - WOMeN’S LUNCHeON 12:30pm. MOM Restaurant. Open to all women. Wear your Easter Bonnet for a chance to win a prize! RSVP by April 2 613-374-2703.

Wednesday April 5

GODFreY - COMMUNItY CAFe 11am. Piccadilly Hall. Info and resources from KFPL, soup and social to follow. Info Juana 613-279-3151 x 106 or juanag@rfcs.ca

Thursday April 6

VerONA - DINer’S CLUB 12pm. Verona Free Methodist Church. Hickory smoked ham & more! $10, limited seating. Preregister 613-376-6477 x 303.

Potential Flood Conditions in Cataraqui Watershed ReadeR Supported News

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Cataraqui Conservation is advising residents regarding the seasonal changes about to begin in the region.

Weather Situation:

In the short-term, above zero daytime highs in the range of about 4 to 8º C+ are expected for the next couple weeks, with overnight lows only falling to about 0ºC. Rainfall is expected to accompany these slightly higher than average temperatures. Some long-range weather forecasts are calling for a wetter than normal April and May.

Conditions:

The spring freshet (snowmelt) is off to a slower start this year. A melt of the above average snowpack (in the range of about 1.5 – 2x times normal) is expected to begin in the coming days, and combined with rainfall and frozen ground conditions will contribute to increasing water levels and flows on inland lakes and streams in the coming weeks.

Water Managers will continue to make discharge adjustments to manage, as much as possible, any excess flows coming through the system from snowmelt and rainfall, and to maintain target water levels which are on an upward trend at this time of year to prepare for the summer recreation season.

Risks:

The above average snowpack and later start to the freshet are influences that could contribute to a more problematic freshet this year but due to several factors, including forecast uncertainty, it is too early to tell at this

point to what degree. The greatest factors contributing to flood risk will be rainfall amounts, and the speed at which the snowpack melts and timing relative to rainfall events.

Cataraqui Conservation is urging caution around all dams (inflow and outflow channels) and fast-flowing watercourses. Respect the hazards in these areas by obeying all warning signs, and keep away from booms, buoys, and barriers. Stay well back from the water’s edge above and below dams and hydroelectric stations. Creek banks and lake shorelines may be slippery, increasing the chance of falling in.

Ice conditions continue to deteriorate from the above zero daytime highs. Cataraqui Conservation does not measure ice thickness for advising the public about ice conditions for recreational activities. Ice conditions can vary considerably from one waterbody to the next and within a single water body.

Widespread flooding is not expected at this time. However, the usual springtime inundation of low-lying areas can be expected. More significant nuisance inundation is possible. If you witness flooding and/or require assistance your first point of contact is the local municipality.

Staff will continue to monitor conditions and forecasts and will update statements as needed. This advisor has no expiry date.

For up-to-date flooding information, please visit our flood forecasting and information page at https://cataraquicon. ■

Sharbot Lake High School 75th Anniversary

The building may be gone, but the memories and the spirit will live forever. This year is the 75th Anniversary of the opening of Sharbot Lake High School.

The opening of the new five room school in Sharbot Lake brought to completion plans that had been advanced for many years by forward thinking residents of Frontenac County such as H. J. Thomson from Sharbot Lake, who had long campaigned for the school to be built.

The original school cost $90,000 to build.

It was built to accommodate 80 students, and 128 showed up the very first day. They came from far and wide, by half ton trucks with seats in the back, old bread delivery trucks, discarded army trucks, and dump

By Dianne Lake

trucks with benches in the back.

Before the school was built students wishing secondary education would go to Perth, Sydenham and board for the week with relatives or families.

Some students went farther away and came home by train to the Sharbot Lake area.

The first principal of the school was Mr. Babcock ,who also taught agricultural science, senior sciences, guidance, and cadet instruction. Mr. Fulcher taught shop. Mr. Ramsay taught French, social studies, physical and health education, and cadet instruction. Mrs. Slingerland taught mathematics, home economics, physical and health education, Ms. Stewart taught English, history, Latin, and music. Mrs. Ram-

say was the first secretary.

Within the first year the school opened an addition was in the works to accommodate all the students. Three bus routes where operated daily, at no charge to the students, to get them to and from school.

The evening of the opening day there was a dance in the community hall to con-

clude the events of the day.

Mark your calendars for September 16, 2023, when there will be a meet and greet of all former Sharbot Lake High School students and staff, at Granite Ridge Education Centre in Sharbot Lake .

For further information, email adlake1020@gmail.com

TOWNSHIP OF SO u TH F r ONTENAC

lIVING HeRe

Household Hazardous Waste Depot – Return to Summer Hours in April

The Household Hazardous Waste Depot will be open on March 23 from 3 pm – 7 pm. Starting April 6, the depot will be open every Thursday at 2491 Keeley Road from 3-8 pm. A full list of accepted materials can be found on our website.

Interim Tax Notices Due March 31, 2023

Interim Tax Notices are due March 31. If you have not received your Interim Tax Notice, contact our Tax Department at 613-376-3027 x2200 or by email at taxes@southfrontenac.net.

New S & Publ I c N OTI ce S

Notice of Public Meeting – Planning Application Fee By-Law

The Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac is holding a public meeting on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 7 pm on a proposed new Planning Application Fee By-law under Section 69 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P. 13. The Township is proposing to adopt a new Planning Application Fee By-law following a review of planning application fees. The effect will be to increase the existing fee structure and introduce new fees. Information will be provided at the meeting on the amount of the proposed fees and the rationale for the changes.

A copy of the proposed by-law will be available online on the Council’s agenda posted on CivicWeb. Members of the public who wish to participate or make their views known can register to attend the meeting a week before by using the registration link on the meeting event on our Events Calendar. You can also submit written comments. If you want to attend the meeting in person, please email jthompson@southfrontenac.net before noon on the day of the meeting to confirm if space is available. For more information, contact Brad Wright, Director of Development Services at 613-376-3027 ext. 2235 or by email at bwright@southfrontenac.net.

Notice of Public Meeting – Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment

The Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac will hold a public meeting on April 4, 2023, at 7 pm to consider an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning By-law Amendment in accordance with Sections 17 and 34 of the Planning Act.

The purpose of the Official Plan Amendment is to make changes to the current Township’s Official Plan to allow additional dwelling units (for example, secondary suite, garden suite, basement apartment) in conformity with the Frontenac County Official Plan. The amendment will add policies to define what is an additional dwelling unit, where they are permitted and under what circumstances.

The purpose of the Zoning By-law Amendment is to make changes to Zoning By-law No. 2003-75 to implement the Official Plan Amendment on additional dwelling units. The effect will be to specify where additional dwelling units are permitted and under what circumstances. It will also establish a Township-wide holding overlay for additional dwelling units. The proposed By-law will require a hydrogeological study before a lot is removed from the Holding Overlay and a building permit issued for an additional dwelling unit.

The Zoning By-law Amendment would also (1) change the title of the Zoning By-law administrator, (2) add provisions about model homes, (3) add seasonal dwelling as a permitted use in the Rural zone, (4) increase the maximum building height for accessory buildings, and (5) remove the requirement for accessory detached buildings to be located behind the principal building on a property in certain zones and to add a minimum front yard for accessory detached buildings in those zones. This amendment is of general application to all lands in the Township.

For more information, including information about appeal rights, contact Christine Woods, Senior Planner at cwoods@ southfrontenac.net or by phone at 613-376-3027 ext. 2221, or see the News and Public Notices page on our website, southfrontenac.net. Quote file numbers PL-OPA-2023-0030 and PL-ZBA-2023-0031. The draft Amendments are available for review on CivicWeb.

Verona Housing Plan Water and Wastewater Servicing Study Open House

The Verona Housing Master Plan outlines the strategic direction for a municipally-led mixed housing development in the village of Verona. The Township is moving forward with the next phase of the project which includes a study to assess various communal water and wastewater servicing options. Members of the public are invited to an Open House to learn more on April 19, from 6-8 pm at the Verona Lions Hall in Verona, or see the project page on engagefrontenac.ca.

Official Plan Open Houses

We’ve now posted the second draft of the Official Plan on our public engagement site, engagefrontenac.ca. We’re hosting a series of Open Houses and Public Meetings this spring for the public to learn more what’s in the draft Official Plan. We hope you can attend.

Tuesday, April 25, 2023 – 7:00 pm (In Person)

Verona Lions Hall, 4504 Sand Road, Verona

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 – 7:00 pm (In Person)

Storrington Centre - 3910 Battersea Road, Sunbury

Tuesday, May 30, 2023 – 7 pm (Virtual and In Person)

Statutory Public Meeting, South Frontenac Council Chambers - 4432 George St, Sydenham

By-Law Enforcement and Short-term Rentals Survey

There’s only two weeks left to take our by-law enforcement and short-term rental survey. Please take the survey by March 31 at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SFbylaw.

Reduced Loads on Township Roads Now in Effect to April 30, 2023

All roads within South Frontenac are subject to restricted loads effective immediately to April 30, 2023. Loads should not exceed 5,000 kilograms. This affects all roads except Wilton Road, Yarker Road, Road 38, Bellrock Road, Harrowsmith Road, Rutledge Road, Sydenham Road, Perth Road, Battersea Road, Sunbury Road, Moreland-Dixon Road.

Apply for a 2023 Community Grant

The deadline for applications for our Community Grant Program is March 31, 2023. For more information see www. southfrontenac.net/grants/.

THINGS TO DO

Community Recreation & Leisure Services Fair

Bring the whole family to our Community Recreation & Leisure Fair on March 25 from 10 am – 2 pm at 3910 Battersea Road in Sunbury to learn about all the different sports and leisure activities happening in South Frontenac. Free admission. For more information, email recsupport@southfrontenac.net or call 613-453-6846.

2023 Recreation and Community Services Guide

Our 2023 Recreation and Community Services Guide is now available! The guide was sent out with last week’s Frontenac News or read it online at www.southfrontenac.net/recguide/. The guide provides information about sports and community groups in South Frontenac.

Summer Program Registration

We had an overwhelming response to our Day Camp registration! Some spots may still be available, visit www.southfrontenac.net for more information. We have made the difficult decision to postpone swim lesson registration indefinitely due to staffing and recruitment challenges. We will continue to try to recruit qualified instructors and if we can obtain staff, we will open registration later in the spring. Day camps will have lifeguards on staff so day camp will still have free and recreational swim time.

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Easter Office Hours

Township Administrative Offices will be closed on Friday, April 7, and Monday, April 10, 2023 for the Easter holiday. For after hours emergencies, please call (613) 376-3027 and follow the instructions to speak with our after hours service.

Job Opportunities

• Summer Students: We’re hiring summer students and have extended the deadline for several positions including lifeguards and swim instructors. We’ll reimburse successful candidates for swim certifications.

• Planning Coordinator: #23-24-DS

• Facilities Technologist: #23-07-PS

For details on all current open positions including salary and job descriptions, see www.southfrontenac.net/careers/.

Bids and Tenders

• PS-2023-03 – Reconstruction of Sunbury Road, Phase 1. New deadline for proposal documents of March 29, 2023 by 1 pm.

• PS-P01-2023 – Preliminary Design Services for Reconstruction of Road 38 (Murton Rd to Kingston Rd). Proposal documents must be received by 1:00 pm, April 5, 2023.

• PS-2023-13 – McMullen Netsports Court Upgrades. Proposal documents must be received by 1:00 pm, April 12, 2023

Official forms can be downloaded from www.biddingo.com/southfrontenac.

Upcoming Meetings

• March 23, 2023 – Lake Ecosystem Advisory Committee – 6 pm

• April 4, 2023 – Council, 7 pm

How to Participate

Public meetings take place in person or on Zoom (computer and telephone) and streamed live on our Facebook page @ SouthFrontenacTwp. Go to the Events Calendar on our website for the link to register. If you want to attend the meeting in person, please email jthompson@southfrontenac.net before noon on the day of the meeting to confirm if space is available.

Sharbot Lake High School.

Danielle Stefanis and Andrew Rodmell had been planning their move from the Durham Region to Frontenac County for years.

“Andrew grew up in Kingston, and since I went to school for forestry and had worked in the nursery industry with two large landscaping companies for years, we were drawn to this region,” said Danielle in a phone interview last week.

They bought a cottage together, off the Bell Line Road near Sharbot Lake, and moved up there for a few months before buying the renovated schoolhouse at Spafford’s Corners near Sydenham, which is where they have based their business.

Little Schoolhouse Garden Design is the dream business for Danielle. Most of her clientele when the business first started were based in Kingston, where they have a network of friends and clients, but steadily they have been picking up clientele in Frontenac County.

Little Schoolhouse provides a range of services, including consultation and design, planting and pruning, ongoing garden maintenance, and spring and fall cleanup.

“I have maintained a relationship with the tree nursery I was working with in Toronto, and I can order high quality trees

and plants through them, and we always amend the garden beds really well to start with.

“A lot of the time when I meet with a customer, the style of their house is going to be the number one thing. If it is a brand new modern build, we work with that and do something a little more structured. For a country farmhouse, we might go with something more whimsical, more of an English style of garden. I ask a lot of questions, they ask a lot of questions, its a process I love,” she said.

Last year, Andrew left his employment and joined the business, as they couple went all in and built up their cleintele, and this year they have hired two further employees in order to take on even more.

“When I came on board and started meeting people, every single customer was happy, every single person was so happy. This is the kind of business I love, it is rejuvenated,” Andrew said about how his full-time integration into the business.”

While the do not do extensive stone work of construction, the couple do have a small excavator, from Hartington Equipment, so they can do a fair bit themselves, and have developed contacts with other companies that they refer their customers to.

The influx of new people moving in to South Frontenac in recent years, and the bump that came from the pandemic, are part of the reason the Danielle and Andrew have seen only an upside to their move to Spafford's Corners and quick growth to their business over the last two

years and into the next phase this year.

“We don't plan to move too fast, or get too big, but we feel we can keep ourselves and our new employees busy doing what we love, and provide a good service for our clients, both in Kingston and in Frontenac County,” Danielle said.

“I love gardens, I love gardening, that's what I do at home on the weekends.”

For further information, email littleschoolhousegarden@gmail.com, call 613-561-9800 or go to littleschoolhouse.ca ■

Danielle Stefanis and Andrew Rodmell, Little Schoolhouse Garden Design.

by Jeff Green