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Another water study to be done before Council makes decision on Hartington subdivision By Craig Bakay

News — South Frontenac Township has once again deferred a decision on a proposed 13-lot subdivision in the hamlet of Hartington pending yet another study on the hydrogeology of the area. The decision was made at Council’s regular meeting last week in Sydenham. The development, which began as a 47-lot proposal in July of last year, has been the subject of much controversy, including a sizable contingent from the community opposed to it, who once again showed up at the Council meeting with numerous signs and placards. Many of those protesters arrived for the meeting in the same school bus. Much of the opposition centers around water, both a perceived lack of it and The action was fast and furious as eight 4-on-4 teams faced off in support of minor softball at the Tichborne arena last week- what effect 13 new families might have on the Pleasend. See story on page 3. Photo/Craig Bakay ant Valley Municipal Drain

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Minor softball kicks off 2016 season with hockey tournament at Tichborne

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News â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s become something of an annual tradition for the last â&#x20AC;&#x153;six or sevenâ&#x20AC;? years â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a 4-on-4 hockey tournament at the Tichborne rink to raise some funds for minor softball. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The first tournament was to raise money for an individual, but from then on itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been for minor ball,â&#x20AC;? said District 4 Rec Committee member Bob Teal. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It gets everybody out of the house and off their computers.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the biggest of our fundraisers,â&#x20AC;? said Central Frontenac Minor Softball Association President Kurtis Jackson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We also hold raffles. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not even close to paying all the expenses but every little bit helps.â&#x20AC;? About 70 players formed eight teams â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Hosers, Misfits, Guardians of the Rink, Mike, Dekes of Hazard, Tyler, Big Test Icicles, and Brandon for bragging rights. Goalies were shared amongst teams. â&#x20AC;&#x153;CFMS has been around like forever in various forms,â&#x20AC;? said Jackson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been at least 40 years and it was around 35 years ago when I played. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a lot of dedicated volunteers, especially helpful parents, who help out with coaching etc.â&#x20AC;? Jackson said they average about 100 registrants and are expecting a similar number this year. Ages range from 4 to 27, although

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TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC REDUCED LOADS ON TOWNSHIP ROADS Subject to Section 122 of the Highway Traffic Act, during the period from March 1 to April 30 inclusive, of each calendar year, no person shall operate vehicle on a designated highway with a load that exceeds the limits set out in the Act. No commercial motor vehicle or trailer, other than a public vehicle shall be operated or drawn upon any designed highway where the weight upon an axle exceeds 5, 000 kilograms.

PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSION HARROWSMITH INTERSECTIONS A Public Information Session will be held on Monday, March 21, 2016 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Harrowsmith S & A Hall, 4041 Colebrook Rd, Harrowsmith to review the proposal for improving traffic operations at the intersection of Road 38 and Wilton Rd, Colebrook Rd and Ottawa St and the intersection of Harrowsmith Rd and Road 38.

TREASURY DEPARTMENT NEWS Interim Tax Notices will be issued to all property owners beginning March 1, 2016. The Interim Tax notice amount is based on 35% of the annualized 2015 tax rate and assessment value. The 2016 assessment values will be reflected on the Final Tax Notice issued in June 2016. If you haven’t received your Interim Tax Notice by March 15, 2016 you should contact the Tax Department at 613-376-3027 ext. 2200 or email us at taxes@southfrontenac.net. Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) Deadline is approaching - if you feel your assessed value as of the legislated valuation date or property classification is not correct, MPAC will review it free of charge. For the 2016 tax year, your deadline to file a Request for Reconsideration (RfR) with MPAC is March 31, 2016. Visit MPAC’s website for more information at www.mpac. ca or contact MPAC directly at 1-866-296-6722. Local MPAC office is located at 64 Dalton Avenue in Kingston. Ensure you bring all your documentation with you when you visit the MPAC office to facilitate your request.

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2016 RECREATION AND ACTIVITY GUIDE The 2016 Recreation and Activity Guide is available on the township website at Things to Do/Recreation Activities/Recreation Guide. Copies are also available at the Township Office.

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News – Ralph Wirsig is a retired mechanical engineer living on Buck Lake; he is also the inventor of the KayaLeg and KayaArm kayak stabilization systems, inventions he hopes will attract some dragons. Wirsig was one of many entrepreneurs who presented their ideas and businesses to producers of CBC’s Dragon’s Den on Feb. 26 at the Ambassador Hotel and Conference Centre. The stop was part of a

33-city audition tour and producers were excited to see what Kingston had to offer. “We do this tour every year and we always see great things coming out of Kingston and that is why we keep coming back to the city,” explained producer Adam Avrashi. “We are always looking for someone who has a great idea or concept and we are looking for a great story. If you have a great story about why you got into the business and why you are passionate about it, that helps a lot.”

For Wirsig, the story behind KayaLeg and KayaArm comes from years of kayaking with his wife. “My wife would often take a spill from her kayak getting into it or getting out and I would have to hold it to stabilize her,” he explained. “I thought there had to be a better way and I started working on stabilization ideas.” Wirsig developed a dock-mounted system that he calls the KayaLeg. He developed the product himself and first constructed it out of wood, but then moved to alumi-

num. It works by allowing kayakers to manoeuvre up onto an aluminum apparatus that stabilizes the kayak and allows for a secure in and out position. “There isn’t anything like this out there,” he told producers. “I was able to construct the product and patent the idea and now I’d like to sell the idea.” Wirsig is hoping for $200,000 from the dragons for his idea and 15 per cent of the royalties going forward. He has already sold numerous systems in Canada, the United States and even Australia, but he can’t keep up with numbers going forward. He also showed the producers his KayaArm system that works to stabilize kayakers who don’t have a dock to mount to or who travel a lot. The KayaArm is a metal apparatus that is drilled into the top of a kayak and works to hold the handle in place to allow kayakers to lean it on the shore or a dock to stabilize. “There is a lot of potential there if it was part of the original equipment and it could be drilled right into the kayak,” he explained. “A lot of people don’t want to drill into their kayak, but it could be part of the build and that is what I am hoping to see in the future.” The producers were receptive to Wirsig’s presentation, taking notes

and asking questions throughout. They saw the potential for the project, but they are not the final say. “We listen to the stories and take a bunch of notes and then take all of that back to Toronto with us,” explained Avrashi. “If the idea gets approved after that then it gets paired with a producer and thrown into the den. We are the gatekeepers to the den in a way.” With 33 stops and numerous presentations at each stop, selecting who makes the cut is no easy task and while the selection process can be difficult, Avrashi loves seeing the different ideas people come up with. “It is really inspiring,” he said. “My favourite part is getting to try some of the products that come in. This tour we’ve seen everything from art to sauerkraut to a stepladder. It is always interesting.” Beyond the auditions, decisions will take place at the end of April before filming starts in late April and early May. Wirsig was happy with his presentation and he is hopeful for the future of his business. “It is a great product with a lot of potential,” he said. “It could expand to Australia, New Zealand and even further.” For more information about Wirsig’s products visit www.kaya-

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South Frontenac Council somewhat reluctantly approves Johnson Point condo project By Craig Bakay

News — Following a closed session at its regular meeting last week in Sydenham, South Frontenac Council rose to report on the session which dealt with its solicitor’s advice on the proposed condominium development at Johnson Point, eventually passing a resolution giving its approval. Said approval will now be sent to Frontenac County. The 15-lot (technically called “units” as this is a condominium not a subdivision) proposal has been controversial from the beginning, raising the ire of neighbours on Loughborough Lake and environmentalists across the Township who see the development as additional pressure on a somewhat delicate ecosystem. “I will be opposed to this but I totally understand the bind we’re in as a Council,” said Dep. Mayor Ross Sutherland. “It exposes the flaws in our Official Plan. “(But) because of public input, 15 units is better than it was.” “I too will oppose this,” said Coun. Ron Sleeth. “Some lots are favourable but some will affect fish habitat.” ••• South Frontenac Public Works Manager Mark Segsworth saw it coming but he didn’t see how bad it would actually get. The ‘it’ in this case is the difference between the Canadian and U.S. dollars and when it comes to the cost of a tandem axle dump truck. On a $255,000 truck (what was budgeted for), the difference turned into $9,500. “It’s the result of the disparity between the Cana-

dian and U.S. dollars,” Segsworth said. “We budgeted for the steady increase in the USD based on the price we paid last year (but) this (budgeted) increase was not substantial enough to cover the 40 per cent USD increase. ••• Council approved a zoning change that will allow a group home for 8- to 12-year-olds on Campbell Road near Sydenham. Planner Lindsay Mills said that the Province “wants group homes permitted in all areas” and that the definition of a group home is ‘not less than three and not more than six people who receive specialized care.” He said the type of home can include foster care for youth, seniors care, convalescent care, or for those who are mentally or physically challenged. “But it does not include anyone who has been charged under the criminal code (such as a halfway house),” he said. Neighbours were initially cautious but essentially seemed satisfied with the answers they got about their concerns. One adjacent neighbour gave enthusiastic support. “It’s behind my place and I raised two children with autism,” said Monique Brooks. “I’m all for it. “Having this group home is a Godsend.” “If this project goes ahead, one of the key elements is that it be integrated into the community,” said Dep. Mayor Ross Sutherland. “Would the proponents be prepared three months after opening to have a community meeting for concerns?” The proponents indicated they would.

Petworth Mill potential candidate for preservation as historical site By Craig Bakay

News — Thanks primarily to an impassioned plea from Coun. John McDougall at last week’s regular South Frontenac Council meeting in Sydenham, the old Petworth Mill could ﬁnd new life as a historical site. The mill, which was one of several built by Stephenson and Lott in the 1840s, came into play following an application for severance. As with many such applications, the Township has the option to receive a portion of the severance(s) for parkland reserve or a payment in lieu of land. Generally, a cash settlement is preferred. Further, a portion of the mill is located on a Township road allowance.

Following a discussion about the possibility of acquiring the mill, which may or may not be in a restorable condition, Planner Lindsay Mills consulted with the solicitor as to potential liabilities. “He said we would greatly reduce our liability if we fenced in the property,” Mills said. “And he advised that signage would also be important. But then came the rub. Estimated costs for fencing came in at about $18,500 with an additional $200 for signage, he said. Undaunted, McDougall jumped, requesting his full allotted 10 minutes of speaking time. “One thing we don’t often get is an opportunity to talk about issues in a R0012783232

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relaxed way,” said McDougall, armed with a mini-library of history books on the area. “We need to recognize the contributions of our ancestors. “We recognize war memorials and the Rideau Canal is a World Heritage Site. “And Petworth is such a beautiful community.” McDougall tried the economic argument that $20,000 out of a $15 million budget seems quite small. He was backed up on this by Coun. Pat Barr who called the $20,000 “a pittance.” Barr, whose passion for local history is well known, also called for more recognition and preservation of century-old buildings.

“We missed the boat on the Bellrock Mill,” she said. However, to the rest of Council, the ‘pittance’ was an issue. “I’m certainly in favour of preserving historical sites but I have trouble with $20,000 for fences,” said Coun. Ron Sleeth. “We should be ﬁne with just signage.” “I’d rather have signs than a barbed wire fence,” said Coun. Norm Roberts. “I could see it if it can be cleaned

up,” said Mayor Ron Vandewal. “The water (on the Napanee River) is shallow there and there’s a potential for a nice wading area. “I think pouring some concrete could go a long way to securing the site but I don’t agree with a fence. “Besides, our tolerance level for liability is all over the place anyways.” Council agreed to ask for parkland including where the mill stands as a condition of severance.

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Technology at its finest â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a Blu-ray player that gets YouTube Column â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Is it just me or is the news that the cable and satellite companies are now forced to allow a la carte channel subscriptions a big, huge meh? Part of it could be that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m getting to an age where I just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care for what the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;networksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; try to feed me. As far as contemporary shows go, as long as I can get The Walking Dead and Game of Thrones, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m good in that respect. Then again, it could just be that a lot of the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;networksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; I used to watch turned into absolute crap. For instance, Discovery, A & E and The History Channel Channel have become mere shadows of their once compelling content. What does it say about western society when Historyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top show is about four greedy fat guys in Las Vegas? But when it comes right down to it, probably the single-most determining factor in my current viewing habits

is due to the invention of the Blu-rayplayer-that-gets-YouTube machine. With this gizmo, I get to watch YouTube from my comfy couch on my big-ass HD TV with vintage stereoequipped sound instead of being at my desk in front of my computer screen. Now I have a pretty decent computer setup (for sights and sounds especially) but when your job puts you in front of a computer screen for at least half of your working day, moving over to that comfy couch is really appealing. And you want to know something Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve discovered about YouTube? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just all cute cats and guys getting hit in the testicles. Believe it or not, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decades worth of documentaries up there, most of it with the creatorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; blessings. For example, I love history documentaries, particularly the Second World War period. A lot of great content that aired at one time on The History Channel is available whenever you want to watch it. And I just watched an excellent series about The Crusades . . . there were four of them you know. And if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a science-doc junkie,

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you can see more of Neil deGrasse Tyson than you probably need to but the point is there are a lot of science shows on YouTube. For example, the other night I watched this cool program on dreams and found out Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not the only one whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dreamt of flying without any apparatus whatsoever. Although I may be alone in that I pretty much seem to suck at it. I get off the ground OK but staying there for any length of time is usually an issue. But, truth be told, a lot of what I watch is all the stuff about ancient aliens, time travel, metaphysical mumbo-jumbo, who-shot-Kennedy, whathell-is-in-Area-51, kinda stuff. But you have to be careful though. Apparently there are people out there who can edit video and actually believe that Hillary Clinton is the third antichrist and George W. Bush orchestrated 9-11. We all know Bush couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t orchestrate a watermelon stand if we gave him the melons and had cops flag down customers for him. But thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s another video.

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Learn about Lifeline Medical Alarms. Community and Primary Health Care (CPHC) Lifeline is a non-profit organization helping people live independently and safely in their homes. If you or a loved one experience a medical emergency, time is of the essence. Lifeline can help by connecting you to the right help for your particular situation 24 hours a day; 365 days a year at the push of a button. As the only charitable non-profit provider we want to inform and educate people on the benefits of a Medical Alarm System without any pressure. If you, your social group or organisation would like to learn more during a short presentation please call CPHC on (613) 542-9643. Stroke Couples Group: Have you or your partner experienced a stroke? The Stroke Couples Group meets on the third Thursday of each month to share experiences, information and mutual support. There is no charge to attend. Contact Kathleen Pratt, RSW at 613-634-0130 ext. 469 or kathleen.pratt@von.ca for more information. Seedlings for sale - Attention lot owners. Prince Charles Public School in Verona is selling six varieties of seedlings as a fundraiser to pay for new playground equipment. Cost is $2 a tree. Quantities are limited so order early by calling the school at 613-3742003 or online at http://princecharles. limestone.on.ca. We will email you when you can pay and pick up for your trees at the end of April. Prince Charles is a certified EcoSchool at the gold level for its environmental programs. Feeder Birds Workshop at the Elbow Lake Environmental Education Centre - Ever wonder about the winter birds in your backyard? This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about our feathered friends. Customizable presentation runs about 1-1.5 hours. By appointment; fees apply ($30). Information: elbowlakecentre. ca/events. To book, contact carolyn. bonta@queensu.ca or call 613-3537968. Guided Snowshoe Tours - Enjoy fun and fresh air by exploring a local nature reserve on a winter’s day or night at the

Elbow Lake Environmental Education Centre. By appointment; fees apply ($30/hr). A limited number of snowshoes available to rent. Information: elbowlakecentre.ca/events. To book, contact carolyn.bonta@queensu.caor call 613-353-7968. Seedy Saturday is happening March 12, at LCVI in Kingston from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. There will be a seed swap table, seed vendors, workshops and local community groups. Its a great chance to get a head start on spring. For more information please check Seedsgrowfood.org. Learning Disability Accessibilities Workshop #2 - Free Rescheduled date: Tuesday March 29 6-7:30 p.m. 164 Van Order Dr. First floor. Accessibility Features on the iPad. Presenter: Joanne Borges, Limestone District School Board. Hands on information session on accessing features on the iPad that assist learning in the classroom and at home. Parents and students welcome. More info: www.ldakingston.com 613-5468524 ldak@ldakingston.com. Space is limited. Pre-registration required. 39 Club of Kingston Dance Friday, March 11. Music by Chuck Western Sky at Matt’s Place, Legion 631, Main Hall at 4034 Bath Rd. @ Collins Bay. 7:30-11:00 pm. Dress Code , Smart Casual. Singles & Couples Welcome. Cost is $12.00 P.P. ( $10.00 for Members). Rideau Trail Club Saturday March 12 Gananoque Trail Level 1, moderate pace, 12 km. Hike these easy trails along the Gan River and through the woods. Lunch and warmup at Tim Hortons before we continue on the urban trails along the waterfront. Gas $3. Contact leader a day or so in advance for details and to confirm your participation. Depart Canadian Tire parking lot along the Bath Rd. Kingston at 9 a.m. Leader: John 613 382 4778 or email: cornish@ kos.net. Rideau Trail Club Sunday March 13 End to End, City Hall to Sydenham Road Level 1, easy pace, 12.2 km. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the city. Meet at Sydenham Road at 9:30 a.m. and shuttle downtown. Arrive at meet-

ing point able to take 2/3 additional people for the shuttle. RT Map #01 Gas $2 Leaders: Share 613 544 6022 and Audrey 613 384 6244. Ham supper, Parham United Church Christian Education Building, March 19. Adults $14, children 6 - 12 rrs. $5, children under 6 yrs. free. Family Rate $30. Sponsored by the Parham United Church Board of Stewards. Come and bring a friend! Are you, or someone you know, experiencing the trauma of a separation and/or divorce? Where do you turn for help? Come to the New Life Group Meeting: a Catholic Ministry for the Separated and Divorced on alternate Tuesday evenings. Next meetings: March 15, Topic: Is This Really Happening To Me? 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Francis J. Spence Pastoral Centre, 390 Palace Road, Kingston, (613) 548-4461. All faith denominations are welcome. Quill Lecture Sunday March 13 2 to 3:30 p.m. Alia Hogben of the Canadian Council of Muslim Women will speak on Islam, Muslim: Faith and Practice. It will be in Goodes Hall Rm 101, 143 Union St. Queen’s University. For more info call 613 549-1910. St. Paul’s United Church, Hwy 38 Harrowsmith, will be hosting a turkey dinner with all the trimmings, including homemade pie, on Saturday, March 12 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Adults: $15, Children over 6: $6, Six and under eat free. A special family rate of $35 applies to parents with school aged children. Take out is available. For more information please call the church office at 613-3722525. Money raised will be used to pay for the church’s recently installed chimney liner. Afternoon of Bridge Saturday, March 12, 12:30 to 4 p.m. Come to The Seniors Centre to socialize with friends and enjoy light refreshments (squares, coffee, and tea) while playing bridge (make your own table of 4 in advance). $4/person (advance tickets only). 56 Francis St: 613.548.7810. Bath Legion at Millhaven Branch 623 - Friday, March 11 - lunch at the Le-

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(at Taylor Kidd). Tickets (available at the door): $25/20. Information: manager@orchestrakingston.ca, 613-6349312, or visit orchestrakingston.ca Bereaved Families Kingston – Family Night: A support and sharing meeting for any adult who has lost a loved one to death. For more information, please contact us at bfo@kingston.net or 613-634-1230. Tuesday, March 15 from 6:30-8 p.m. at #104-993 Princess Street. Bereaved Families Kingston - Celebrity Serve Fundraiser at Boston Pizza (755 Gardiners Road): Join us for a fundraising dinner with prizes and “celebrity” servers where 10% of all food sales between 5 and 8 p.m. will be donated to support our bereavement programs and services. Please book a dinner reservation with Boston Pizza (613-634-6670) so they have plenty of staff on hand. For more information, please contact us at bfo@kingston.net or 613-634-1230. Wednesday, March 16 between 5 and 8 p.m. at Boston Pizza (755 Gardiners Road) Bereaved Families Kingston - Baby Loss Night: A support evening for those who have suffered a miscarriage, stillbirth, or death of a newborn. For more information, please contact us at bfo@kingston.net or 613-6341230. Wednesday, March 16 6:30-8 p.m. at #104-993 Princess Street. Friday Night Baha’i Fireside – March 11. Discussion: “Idealism” Friday, Mar 11 at 7 pm at 99 York St. All are welcome. Further info:bahais@kingston.net 613-634-0767. Coming this spring - the original (12th year) 3 On 3 youth hockey using the full ice surface. Non-stop, non-contact action with an emphasis on fun! (lots of breakaways). Beginning April 2016 at the invista centre, rona pad in Kingston. Once per week on Wed. evenings for 8 weeks, no weekends. Cost: $150. No deposit required, limited number of spaces. 6 7 p.m. Ice time for 8-12 year olds. 7 - 8 p.m. Ice time for teens & young adults. Pre-registration required by phone. For further information. Contact Steve at 613389-1606. Or e-mail timmyrevell@gmail.

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As I have mentioned before, I am not originally from Kingston; I grew up in a small town just outside of Hamilton and my family still lives in the area in Burlington. Korey is also from the Greater Toronto area (Mississauga) and his family is still there too. With our families in the GTA, moving to Kingston for Korey’s PhD wasn’t an easy decision and while it may not seem so far away (about three hours) the distance can be difficult. We make an effort to travel back to the GTA once a month or once every six weeks or so, but it never feels like we have enough time when we get there. The weekends fly by and by the time we are leaving I feel bad that I can’t spend more time. These situations become especially hard when we miss things like birthdays, Mothers and Fathers Days or when our parents are experiencing health problems. This past summer was particularly difficult for that reason and every time my dad had surgery I wanted to be there for both him and my mom, but that simply wasn’t doable. I suppose things are also harder because I am an only child. My parents are used to having me around and when I’m not, there are no siblings to pick up the slack – just dogs. I know that they

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Best of Youth: New arts festival showcases budding local talent By Hollie Pratt-Campbell

Events - In a world where experience and ‘professional’ status are often valued above all else, it can be hard to get your foot in the door in any field – and the arts is no exception. But a new local festival hopes to make it a little easier for youth to showcase their talents and gain the experience needed to land future opportunities.

The Juvenis Festival, a Blue Canoe Productions presentation made possible through a City of Kingston arts grant, will take place May 1 – 8. It officially launched March 2 with a rather fitting Viva Voce style event that centred around the theme of “our voice”, giving young people aged 13 – 30 the platform to tell their stories. “It came from a comment we got in the fall when we visited high

schools,” explains Juvenis managing director Jane Karges. “A young teenage girl who said she was frustrated because every time she went for auditions for teenagers and young people she would always be beat out by the older Queen’s students or SLC students and she never had a chance to be a part of anything in the arts. “We thought, wow, people really have a lot to say about this, so

the theme for the evening was ‘our voice’. Following the ofﬁcial launch, the Juvenis Festival’s entire schedule was rolled out, giving young people the opportunity to sign up for auditions, production crews and more at www. juvenisfestival.ca. The festival features a wide range of arts events such as Heathers, a Broadway style musical, a youth shorts ﬁlm screening, a contemporary dance performance, and a Battle of the Bands event, which will be judged by Emily Fennell and Paul Langlois. There will also be a wide variety of workshops for those looking to hone their skills. “Our vision for the festival is to of bring a spark back into the Kingston arts scene,” says associate managing director Reid Cunningham. “I think what’s really important is that we not only get the youth involved in the arts but also separate the divide between the adults and the youth… we want to make sure adults in the community are aware of the tremendous amount of youth talent we have in Kingston.”

Indeed, Karges notes that there is a bit of a stigma associated with youth working in the arts. “The label ‘professional’ gets slapped on things and most times the artists deemed professional are a bit older because of course they need more experience to get there. But that’s not to say young people don’t have art of equal quality or sometimes even better to offer.” She says they’ve even experienced a bit of pushback from schools when organizing the festival, further illustrating the stigma. “The stereotype is there that especially the 13-22 year olds are a difficult age group to engage, a difficult age group to communicate with and talk to. But Blue Canoe has great success with that age group because we really let young people come to us. We try to offer resources so they can act upon their passion, so they can get out there and showcase what they have to offer.” For more information, or to sign up for an audition or workshop, visit http://www.juvenisfestival.ca.

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Events - It’s full steam ahead, as Kingston Rail-O-Rama, eastern Ontario’s largest model railway show, is back on track for a return engagement at the Ambassador Conference Resort. The Kingston Division of the Canadian Railroad Historical Association will transform the Ambassador into a 5,000-sq. ft. hobby show room. The show, running Saturday, March 12 and Sunday, March 13, is a highlight of the year for area model railroad enthusiasts and will feature several operating layouts in different scales.

“The 27th edition of Rail-O-Rama will be much the same as last year’s show,” says Graham Oberst, show publicist. “There will be some old friends, but to keep it fresh we have a couple of different layouts so people don’t see the same thing year after year. The ever popular club layouts from Ottawa, Belleville and Picton will return again this year, as well as a number of privately owned layouts. Organizers hope that the models and layouts on display will provide ideas for young minds and will stimulate the creative process. “Exciting news this year is the

introduction of the Kingston Model Railway Club who will be seeking new members,” says Oberst. The Kingston Model Railway Club got off the ground a couple of years ago, and will have a display at RailO-Rama to get the word out to local modelers with the hopes of attracting new members. The club currently has 25–30 members who hold monthly meetings, get together to work on member layouts and enjoy operating sessions. For more information visit www.intercolonialrailway.com/ark/ Rail-O-Rama is designed to appeal to families as well as seasoned modeling and railroad enthusiasts and will feature several operating model train layouts,

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The Pump House Steam Museum will return with their hands-on layout for young engineers to try their hand at running trains. This activity table is equally popular with small children as it is with their parents who can sit and watch them play – and rest for a while. “The show is organized and run entirely by volunteers from the CRHA Kingston Division and the success of the show is due in no small measure to their annual support,” explains Oberst. “Our aim is to appeal to a wide audience including modelers and railroad enthusiasts and to introduce families with children to the hobby.” Whether you are an already keen modeller or an enthusiastic beginner, Rail-O-Rama is a not-to be-missed railroading event. Show hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors and $3 for children.

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Balzac’s owner returns to her coffee shop roots with new Kingston location By Mandy Marciniak

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ple’s parliament’,” explained Olsen. “We endeavour to create an environment where there is a feeling of community and belonging for everyone, from all walks of life. We want to offer locals and visitors alike a sense of time well spent.” From that one café, Balzac’s has significantly expanded over the years and in 2012, Olsen received some extra support when she appeared on Dragon’s Den. Her successful pitch lead to a partnership with Arlene Dickenson and Bruce Coxon and that has helped the company grow in the past few years. Kingston will be the 12th location for Balzac’s and will also be the café’s first venture outside of Southwestern Ontario, something Olsen is very excited about. “I have personally always loved Kingston,” said Ol- Diana Olsen is the president and founder of Balzac’s coffee. Photo/Subsen. “Most towns mitted or cities have one or two great aspects dynamic energy in the downtown core that a few part-time baristas. Work has already that stand out, but is very special, and needs to be preserved.” begun on the café and Olsen is looking forThe café, which will be located at the ward to seeing it all come together. Kingston has it “Café design and aesthetic is very imall. To me it feels corner of Princess Street and Sydenham like the convergence Street, hopes to open in June, depending on portant, we don’t use any prefab materials, of locals, students how the Big Dig progresses, and will em- everything is custom made from the floor and tourists creates a ploy five or six full-time staff members and tiles to the millwork,” she explained. This aesthetic also extends to their products and besides fresh roasted coffee, Balzac’s also serves a line of teas from France, a variety of hot and cold beverages and food products that are sourced with a focus on quality. Balzac’s also works to create a unique logo for each city they open in. The logo is used on coffee mugs and posters and gives individuality to each café. Olsen has started brainstorming what Kingston’s logo will look like, but hasn’t settled on anything just yet. “There are so many themes to draw on in Kingston,” she said. “I have a few ideas percolating – pun intended – but I welcome suggestions.” While there are already many coffee shops in Kingston, especially downtown, Olsen isn’t worried about fitting in. She hopes Balzac’s will be a great addition to the city. “Kingston already has a great and diverse coffee scene that we are honoured to soon be a part of and from my experience in other communities, the more the merrier,” she said. “It just elevates everyone’s Balzac’s hopes to open their new location at Princess game and we all benefit.” Street and Sydenham Street in June of 2016. Photo/ For more information about Balzac’s Mandy Marciniak Coffee visit www.balzacs.com R0013661085

News – There’s a new coffee shop in town – or at least there will be when this phase of the Big Dig is almost over; Balzac’s Coffee has chosen Kingston as their newest location and founder and president Diana Olsen is excited to return to the city that helped her start her coffee shop journey. “It is a little known fact that I actually opened my first café in the Prince George hotel in Kingston in 1994,” explained Olsen. “Sadly the entire hotel was shut down a couple of months after we opened due to financial problems with the landlord so the cafe ‘went down with the ship’ so to

speak, but I have always wanted to return to Kingston.” Olsen’s love for coffee started in university and was furthered when she spent more than a year living in France and frequenting cafes. She wanted to bring that sophistication to Canada and in 1993 she moved back to North America and learned the craft of coffee roasting in San Francisco. Honoré de Balzac, one of history’s consummate coffee aficionados and an inspiring French novelist, also inspired Olsen and when she opened her first café in Stratford in 1996; she paid tribute to Balzac with the name. “Our mission statement is actually a quote from Balzac ‘The café is the peo-

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National Farmers Union hosts discussion on trees, climate change and the future of farming News – As a medical biochemist, Diana Beresford-Kroeger researched things like open-heart surgery and the making of a synthetic blood for transplanting, but 30 years ago, something else caught her interest and set her on a completely different path. “I noticed that the forests of Canada were coming down and nobody was doing anything to protect them,” said

Beresford-Kroeger, who is also a classical botanist based in Ottawa. “I was very worried about biodiversity and what that meant for the whole country. I decided to start my own arboretum with a focus on rare trees for Eastern Ontario.” In addition to trees, BeresfordKroeger also started collecting seeds for heritage species of fruits, vegetables, plants and even medicines. As her collection expanded, so did her interests and her concerns and as she learned more about at risk trees, she also learned about

Diana Beresford-Kroeger spoke at a special National Farmers Union event at City Hall in Kingston on March 4. Photo/Submitted

climate change. “I became aware that climate change was going to become a serious situation around the world,” she said. “I decided I wanted to, in my own way, take on climate change and I started doing my own research around that topic and voicing my concerns on the topic.” Numerous articles, books and now even films later, Beresford-Kroeger is considered a leading expert on trees and climate change. She works hard to have her voice heard and on March 4, she brought her knowledge and experience to Kingston as part of a National Farmers Union event at City Hall. The Heritage caught up with her in advance of her appearance to lean more about her message. “I am speaking at the event because I really respect what the farmers are doing,” she said. “They are working so hard. They produce the food we eat and that is the foundational food that our children are eating; that is so important for the present and the future.” Beresford-Kroeger’s talk for the event was entitled ‘The Future of Farming and You’ and took place ahead of the NFU’s annual meeting. Through her talk, she hoped to connect with farmers and let them know that she supports them and

their work. “I want to highlight what they are doing so maybe other people will take notice too and see how important it is,” she said. “We all need to focus on living simpler and farming is a big part of that.” For Beresford-Kroeger, farming is connected to climate change and hopefully the prevention of climate change. She emphasizes a need to live simply and off the land and she hopes others can see the value in that message too. “We’ve got to pull up our sleeves and pay attention,” she said. “I hope to spread the message of clean food and I hope to get more people excited about the availability of farm food in their area and also encourage more people to support farmers and the work they do.” In addition to her passion for farmers and the work they do, BeresfordKroeger has also developed a strategy for eliminating climate change. “If every person on the planet plants one tree a year for the next six years then we can stop climate change. It is enough carbon sequestration that

we can skip climate change,” she explained. “It requires a lot of commitment and a change afterwards, but we could do it.” Beresford-Kroeger knows that this idea is challenging, especially because according to certain studies nearly 60 per cent of Canadians don’t believe that climate change is real, but she is passionate about making her voice heard on the issues. “I am just an ordinary woman with an extraordinary plan and idea. People can disagree with what I say, I don’t really mind, but I want them to think about it,” she said. “In the end, I hope that those 60 per cent are right and all of this doesn’t happen, but for now I’ll keep talking.” For more information about Diana Beresford-Kroeger, her work and her publications visit www.dianasjourney. com

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Kingston athlete excited to see if she has what it takes to be an Olympian By Mandy Marciniak

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News – Since the age of five, Logan Medeiros has been active in sports. She started by playing soccer with her dad at the park, but quickly advanced to playing at a competitive level. “Now I play basketball, soccer and I compete in track and field,” explained the 15-year-old Frontenac Secondary School student. “I really enjoy soccer, but I love all sports really, especially at the competitive level.” With this love of competition and sports, Medeiros is always looking for ways to improve her skills and advance, so when she saw a commercial on television seeking athletes interested in becoming Olympians, she was instantly interested. “I told my dad about it and we decided to sign up,” she explained. “I thought it would be a great opportunity and I didn’t think I would get picked, but it is awesome that I did. I was really surprised and really happy.” The RBC Training Ground competition is being run in partnership with

the Canadian Broadcasting Company (CBC), Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) and the Canadian Olympic Foundation (COF) and aims to help youth determine if they have Olympic podium potential. The competition is open to athletes between the ages of 14 to 25 who can perform a full range of exercises that demonstrate speed, power, strength and endurance. Selected athletes will compete at one of four regional competitions and Medeiros was one of 100 athletes selected to compete in the regional competition in Montreal on Feb. 27. “I’m a little nervous, but I want to do my best to see if I can actually make it,” she said. “It would be awesome to represent Canada and it is definitely a future goal for me.” Up to 10 athletes from each event will be chosen and will receive resources such as funding and coaching to help advance their careers. Athletes will be selected with seven participating national sport organizations in mind including cycling, rowing, women’s rugby sevens, athletics (sprints and jumps), canoe/kayak, speed skat-

ing and bobsled/skeleton. The top performers will also earn a trip to the Rio Olympics to help fuel their Olympic passion. While Medeiros would love to win the top prize, for now she is just focused on making it through the competition. “I looked at the testing and there are a few jumps that I have to do and some strength and endurance tests too,” she said. “I have been practicing a few of the things and trying to get better before competing. Like any sport, it is all about practice.” Win or lose, Medeiros hopes to continue pursu-

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“It is all algorithmically based and back and I think when other customers geo-location based,” explained Mills. see it working they actually want to try “It is built into the point of sale sys- it themselves.” tems in the store and baristas receive The Starbucks app has allowed cusa print out of your order as soon as it tomers to pay for their orders with their is placed.” mobile phone for the past five years The system has been very success- and now nearly one in five customers ful so far and many customers have uses the system. Mills expects to see been pleased with the efficiency of it. “I have heard that there is a feeling of confidence and swagger that customers who use the system have because they ADVISING ON: can walk in and bypass the line Critical Illness Insurance for their coffee,” said Mills. “We Life Insurance haven’t really had Disability Insurance any negative feeds s s s s s

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Province announces new Centre for Workforce Innovation with a location in Kingston/Gananoque lishing a new centre to help grow the economy; the Ontario Workforce Innovation Centre will aim to ensure jobseekers and employers benefit from evidence-based and

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“We think this is a really great opportunity for our board and for the communities that are involved. It will really help us continue what we already do, but let us expand our outreach in the region.” Currently, O’Hearn and the Development Board, which is funded by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, work on an annual labour market planning report. The report helps evaluate workforce issues in Frontenac County, Leeds Grenville and Loyalist Township and O’Hearn hopes this new project will enhance those reports. “Our board will be in contact with even more stakeholders within the region now,” he said. “It is a work in progress, but we will be the main contact for different agencies within eastern Ontario.” O’Hearn expects that work on the project will begin as early as the end of March or beginning of April and after the two-year pilot, Cukier hopes that there will be a lot more information about what is effective and what isn’t when it comes to local and regional job markets. She also hopes the project will continue. “We hope to find lots of creative and interesting approaches that can help in matching people to jobs and jobs to people and ensuring that there is very widespread participation by employers and the agencies that are serving job seekers,” she said. For more information about the Ontario Centre for Workforce Innovation visit www.ocwi.coie.ca

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the roadway and, because it was night time and the victim was wearing dark clothing, he was unable to stop before it was too late. It’s unknown whether the victim had a medical condition that rendered him unconscious crossing the road, whether he fell and knocked himself unconscious, or how he ultimately came to find himself lying on the roadway prior to the collision. Only an autopsy will determine the cause of death. Kingston Police confirmed that neither speed nor alcohol was a factor in the collision. Level 4 Traffic Reconstructionists were called to the scene for investigation of the collision, and west bound Princess Street remained closed until just after 10 a.m. Sunday morning. Police have identified the victim as Robert Shawn Rouleau, 42. Rouleau was a resident of Kingston and a highly respected local tattoo artist.

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Players who know how to play hockey can learn floorball quickly when it comes to stickhandling and game understanding. Many players representing Team Canada at the Under 19 Women’s World Floorball Championships in May in Belleville, Ontario are originally hockey players. Rachael Smith, future Team Canada prospect and NCAA Division 1 hockey player for Mercyhurst University in Pennsylvania, notices improvement with her hockey and floorball skills when she uses both sports to train.

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A dancer’s heart beats incessantly within Kala Séraphin. She started listening to its beat several years ago. Her evolution into the dance world began when she was 24, while teaching English in Korea. Séraphin trained and performed with several dance troupes including Tribal troupe, Maha Devi, and Romani troupe, Satarma. What she didn’t tell me, and I only

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found out from her website, kalaonfire. com, is that as part of Eshe’s professional troupe, Sultana, Kala participated in and won the 2012 Tokyo International Belly Dance competition. That’s a long way from what she describes as “a troubled childhood.” “At one point, there was an event in my life and I thought if I stayed where I was much longer, I wasn’t going to make it to 25,” she says. “I asked the universe how I could leave and find myself.” While living in Gatineau, Quebec, she saw a poster about teaching English abroad. She got her certification as an English teacher and ended up teaching

about two hours from Seoul, Korea. While there, in 2008, she saw an ad for belly dancing classes. She was hooked. The next year, she saw a hip hop show. “I watched them dance and felt a connection. I knew I wanted to try it. It was hip hop, a lot of west coast style.” She split her time in Korea between teaching English during the day and belly dance and hip hop at night. “I put my whole life into dance,” she says. She invested every moment (and dollar) she had into learning about the world of dance and becoming a dancer. In 2010, a crushing emotional mo-

ment led to a revelation. Séraphin’s mother died. Kala ﬂew to Canada for the funeral, and then returned to Korea. “It was such a tumultuous time,” she says. “The boss I had in Korea wasn’t sympathetic after my mother died. I was struggling to get back to normal life, and I was sitting there working with this lady who had no compassion. I was thinking about how work was not making me feel alive, yet there was this support system of people I danced with. I had to ﬁnd a way to make that my life. I was thinking about my mother and a lot of people who never went for the things that bring them joy. Life is too short to spend on things that make us feel like we’re not alive. We

have to go for what calls us, even if it’s not logical.” Séraphin went through a psychological, emotional, and ﬁnancial struggle. She came from a family that valued security above all else. “I often heard my father tell me I needed a job with health beneﬁts and security. I was craving my father’s approval. I had to work through that. And I couldn’t just plop myself in the art world and say I’m successful now. I don’t dance so people can love me. I dance because I need to. It’s a hard lesson of patience and love.” Continued on page 37

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At every opportunity, she traveled to intensify her dance skills. She went to New York City, hoping to spend time with dancer and choreographer Anasma. “I went all the way across the world to meet her and study dance with her and she’d moved,” says Séraphin. “I went back to Korea and then Anasma came to Korea. She is a very beautiful dancer. She takes it to a level that comes outside the boundaries. I was strictly doing belly dancing, but looking into fusion. Then I saw her. She has a spiritual essence. I thought this is what is what I want more of in my life. I can learn so much from her. I did. I learned a lot.” Séraphin continued teaching English, all while her interest in dance intensified. “Through my travels I learned more and grew more. I couldn’t get enough. I thought I would travel forever and ever.” She ended up in Jakarta, Indonesia. She describes it as a hard time in her life. “Jakarta and I just didn’t get along,” she says. “I was tired of teaching English, tired of leading a double life. I was teaching English but was mostly a dancer.” She talked to a friend in Kingston who invited Séraphin to spend some time in the town. “I came to Kingston and 1. Individualized one on one care in the comfort knew no one exof your own home cept my friend,” says Séraphin. “I 2. Around the clock availability, we’re there when did like the feel you need us of it. So many people say this, 3. Committed to consistency but it is a small 4. Knowledgeable caregivers with experience in town that feels dementia and Alzheimer’s like a city. That was July 2014, but I feel like I’ve been here much longer.” She met a few people who pointed her in the right direction. One of them 1379-B Princess Street Kingston was Melissa Mahady Wilton, the 613-767-4204 Dance Engagewww.limestonecityhomehealthcare.com ment Coordinator

ators. The more I dance, the more I feel myself. I feel authentic when I dance. But I get that pressure from the outside world. I’m supposed to have a job. I’m a woman and have to have kids by a certain age. Then I dance, and it doesn’t matter anymore. I become one with the music and the world and its essence. My mind calms down and there’s no more pressure.” Séraphin explains that movement is part of a natural need. “What happens when you don’t move is the body atrophies. We rely so much on the outside world to heal us on the inside. We look for quick fix solutions.” She says that too many people feel that they’ve never danced so can’t start now. “There’s excuse after excuse,” she says. “They’re judging what movement should look like. Once that thought is dropped, the body is free to move. You get all of those little monkeys in your mind to calm down.”

In Kingston, Séraphin teaches at Sensual Serenity Studio. She’s also the longstanding hip hop teacher at the Kingston School of Dance with 11 to 16-year-olds, 7 to 10-year olds, as well as adults. In addition, Séraphin serves as the Artistic Director for Move Collective, a nontraditional dance organization that performs, as Séraphin describes it, “everywhere in Kingston.” “It’s not a class setting, therefore it doesn’t have to be intimidating. People can just show up. Every meeting has a theme. Meetings usually get people from parkour, breakdancing, graffiti or visual artists. If you’re not ready to engage, you can still come join us, maybe just hang out by the deejay booth. You don’t have to actively participate to be part of the Move Collective.” The best way to check out what Move Collective up to is by following them on Facebook. There’s an integrity in this dancer’s spirit. As we chat, she’s calm yet intensely engaged. Her breath-

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EA for larger Wolfe Island ferry proceeds as scheduled By: Margaret Knott

News- Wolfe Islanders know that once spring arrives it will become more and more difficult “Time Wise” to access the ferry Wolfe Islander III in a vehicle. The MTO owned, and operated ferry, makes its way from Wolfe Island to Kingston each day on an fixed hourly schedule. It has operated from the island’s Dawson Point most winters and from the village of Marysville ( spring to late fall) from what used to be identified as “from ice out to ice in,” or often all year if there is sufficient water in Barrett Bay. As everyone knows there is a problem. Ever increasing traffic, to and from the island, has caused a steady increase in wait times to get from the island to the mainland and vice versa particularly during peak shoulder period 5:45 am to 9 am and 3 pm to 6

pm daily for residents, throughout all weekends, holidays, major events, most of the time during the summer and for travel to/from the USA for everyone really. Its all about ‘Tourism’ important for Wolfe Island, Cape Vincent and Kingston…..and daily living on the island whether resident or cottage owner. MTO is well aware of the existing problems and has moved forward with a Preliminary Design & Class Environmental Assessment Study for increasing Wolfe Island ferry capacity, with a second 75 vehicle capacity ferry between Dawson Point and Barrack Street, with the Wolfe Islander III operating from Marysville to Barrack Street summer only, and improved marshalling, dock & mooring improvements , and demand management, ( all as recommended in a 2011 Planning Study). Retained by MTO to conduct the

Class EA, Morrison Hershfield Ltd. invited interested citizens to apply to serve on non-voting Community Advisory Group(CAG). They held a first meeting with the CAG members Feb. 25th. Project Team members included: MTO’s Tina White, and Environmental Planners Sharon Wesgtendorp, and Amanda Grypma, and other MTO staff; Morrison Hershfield Project Manager Edward Li and Environmental Planners Mike Bricks and Kevin Coulter. Mr. LI presented an overview of the EA. Glen Pothier was the Workshop Facilitator and it was lively. There was much input and participation. When asked for ideas about docking facilities, marshalling, pedestrian, cyclist safety, park and ride, roads, lighting, amenities, etc., suggestions came quickly and easily. And of course, there were questions about a bridge, alternative routes etc., and even scepticism that anything like a larger boat would ever happen, and concerns about the New Lock sets long time line. (It was hard to forget Key cutting last summer!) Fire rated safes The selected Burglar safes members at each Wall safes table were invited to work on Floor safes

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By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $3,580 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model. ▼Based on a 24 month lease for 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Double Cab WT 4x4 1WT+G80+B30. Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometre. OAC by GM Financial. Monthly/bi-weekly payments may vary depending on down payment/trade. A down payment or trade of $2,650 and/ or $0 security deposit is required. Total obligation is $10,387. Option to purchase at lease end is $25,472. Excess wear and tear and km charges not included. Other lease options are available. ♦$3,000 is a manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) for 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Double Cab and is reflected in offers in this advertisement. Other cash credits are available on most models. See dealer for details. 2 Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer car that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2015/2016 model year Chevrolet/Buick/GMC/Cadillac car, SUV, crossover and pickup models delivered in Canada from March 1, 2016 – March 31, 2016. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $500 credit available on Chevrolet: Sonic, Cruze, Malibu Limited, Malibu (excluding L), Camaro, Volt, Trax, Buick Encore and Verano; $750 credit available on other Chevrolet, Buick or GMC vehicles (except Chevrolet: Colorado 2SA, Silverado Light Duty and Heavy Duty, GMC: Canyon 2SA, Sierra Light Duty and Heavy Duty); $1,000 credit available on ’16 Cadillac vehicles and $1,000 on all Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. 1/▼/♦/2/***Freight & PDI ($1,695/$1,695), registration, air and tire levies and OMVIC fees included. Insurance, licence, PPSA, dealer fees and applicable taxes not included. Offers apply as indicated to 2016 new or demonstrator models of the vehicle equipped as described. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the Ontario Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only (including Outaouais). Dealers are free to set individual prices. Quantities limited; dealer order or trade may be required. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers. GM Canada may modify, extend or terminate offers, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. **The 2-Year Scheduled Lube-Oil-Filter Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada, who have purchased, leased or financed a new eligible 2016 MY Chevrolet, Buick or GMC vehicle (excluding Spark EV), with an ACDelco oil and filter change, in accordance with the oil life monitoring system and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 48,000 km, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four (4) Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM Dealers. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc. are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. GM Canada reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ††2016 Silverado 1500 1LT 4x4 with PZX, MSRP with freight, PDI & levies: $44,129. Dealers are free to set individual prices. ▲Whichever comes first. See dealer for limited warranty details. 3 Silverado 1500 LTZ 2WD Double Cab Standard Box or Crew Cab Short Box LTZ 2WD with the available 6.2L V8 engine and Max Trailering Package. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow. Based on WardsAuto.com 2015 Large Pickup segment and latest available competitive information at time of posting. Excludes other GM vehicles. 4 With available 6.2L V8 engine. ∆2016 Silverado 1500 2WD with available 5.3L V8 engine and 6-speed automatic transmission fuel consumption based on GM testing in accordance with Government of Canada approved test methods. Refer to vehicles.nrcan.gc.ca for details. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Competitive information based on WardsAuto.com 2015 Large Pickup segment and latest available data at time of posting. 5 Visit onstar.ca for coverage maps, details and system limitations. Services vary by model, conditions and geographical and technical restrictions. Customers will be able to access OnStar services only if they accept the OnStar User Terms, Privacy Statement and Software Terms. OnStar with 4G LTE connectivity is available on select vehicle models and in select markets. Available Wi-Fi hotspot requires a data plan.

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