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Volume 2, Issue 29

August 5, 2011

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FOR SALE: For Sale: general electric fridge with freezer in good condition $100 613-932-6584 FOR SALE: Rockwell 9inch table saw used very little $425.

Ladie's left hand golf clubs with bag cart and umbrella used 1 year paid over $450 asking $225 613-938-6149 FOR SALE: Kenmore Washer $150 and Dryer $125 if both are purchased $250 for both. undercounter dishwasher $125.

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Telephone 931-2240 FOR SALE: Cullighan water softner and conditioner best offer. 613-931-2240 MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE AUG.13 8 TO 2 105 2ND STREET W. TRINITY CHURCH HALL. RAIN OR SHINE, CONCESSION. 613-933-4996 FOR SALE: Ladies and Gentlemen Bulova Watches valued at $550 asking $200. 613-933-6162 FOR SALE: Three computer chairs $20 each, microwave $10, antique dining room able $75, lazy boy $25, leather black living room chair $35, exercise machine $15. after 5pm Telephone 613-933-0601 FOR SALE: white oak dining room set, one leaf, 6 chairs and 2 captain chairs, buffet with light inside, paid $6,000, asking $3,000. Telephone 613-932-8696 FRIENDS OF THE CORNWALL PUBLIC LIBRARY 45 Second St E MONDAY TO SATURDAY FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST Friends Shop open: 10 AM to 4 PM All CHILDREN'S Books...

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In Lamoureux Park SUMMER HOURS The Cornwall Community Museum

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All photographs were taken by veteran Cornwall photographer Marcel Quenneville, which were generously donated to the Cornwall Community Museum in Lamoureux Park by his daughter Barb Tobin. They are part of the more than 10,000 photographs in the museum's archives available for research.

Cornwall's industrial chemical warfare past, industrial chemical history and how these toxic brownfields have been made safe, is the focus of an exhibit at the Cornwall Community Museum in the Wood House now until the end of Sept.

During the Second World War, Cornwall played a significant part in chemical warfare research at Stormont Chemicals Ltd located on Wallrich Avenue, which produced lethal mustard gas from 1942 to 1943. The plant was supposed to be secret, but local residents new what it was being made and in 1946 the "Standard-Freeholder" told the story of the disposal of the gas in the Atlantic Ocean. Even though the plant could produce 100 tonnes of mustard gas weekly it was never used. The plant was sold to Peebles Products Ltd. in 1947 and converted into manufacturing milk sugar concentrate for the production of penicillin and dry whey products from local cheese factories. The plant closed in 1985. After sitting ideal for decades and allowing children to use rusting mustard gas barrels as hide-outs and sleds, in April 2007, the Department of National Defense assessed the site for any hazardous contaminates and declared it clear in October.

Chemcell Cornwall, (Celanese Canada Ltd.), opened in 1967 closed circa 1982. The plant p r o d u c e d methanol, and naptha for feedstock.

Below: Chemcell March 1990. The plant produced particularly noxious smells.

Above 2 photos: Inspecting and cleaning vessels for the the production of penicillin and dry whey products at Peebles Products Ltd., in 1968, the former home of Stormont Chemicals.

Howard and Sons opened in Cornwall in 1953 to produce phthalic anhydride, an organic compound used as a base for plastic, paints, dyestuffs and pharmaceuticals. The facility was acquired by BASF in 1970.

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Below right: A train pulls products from Cornwall's No-CoRode plant on Cumberland St., 1929 - 76. The plant used cancer causing asbestos in the production of conduit pipes.

In the 1950s the firm advertised that their "...piping is approved by the Department of every province, and most Cities, Towns, and Municipalities..."

C.I.L. circa 1956. The plant opened in Cornwall in the 1930s and produced caustic soda, chlorine and hydrochloric acid.

It closed in 2007. In 1955 an explosion in the sewer forced the facility to close down for 36 hours. In 1962 a crack in a railway tank car caused a chlorine gas leak, which forced the evacuation of one square mile of Cornwall and led to the hospitalization of 100 people. The car spilled about 30 tonnes of liquid chlorine sending noxious fumes as far away as Williamstown.

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Arts, Culture, and Politics

Environment

Rock for Play Structures II! Melanie Malette is hosting her second fundraiser on Friday August 5th at La Maison. All money raised will go towards building a play structure for the children in Marguerite d'Youville.

Bus route change! For those who ride City Buses, Cornwall Transit will be modifying the Community Bus # 61 and Riverdale bus routes to stop at the new Benson Centre. The route changes are scheduled to take effect on September 6th. Anyone with questions about the upcoming route changes can call Cornwall Transit at (613) 930-2636. For more information visit: http://www.cornwall.ca/en/transit/cornwalltransit.asp

Culturescape! On Monday August 8th we will learn about the fate of Culturescape at a Cornwall City Hall meeting. What recommendations will the City support? An Arts Council? An Arts and Culture Centre? Stay tuned!

Sk8fest is coming soon! The 8th annual Alexandria 'Raage' Skatefest is Friday August 12th and Saturday August 13th at the Glengarry Sport Palace in Alexandria. The event features indoor skateboard ramps and live music. There was an online battle of the bands to select who would play the festival. The fifteen bands selected include EWA, Sooner or Later, and Lay on Juno.

Writers Meeting! The next meeting of the Cornwall and Regional Writers Society is on Monday, August 15th at 6:30pm in the boardroom of the Cornwall Public Library. For more information on the Cornwall and Regional Writers Society contact Lorna Foreman.

Writing Contest at the Library! The Cornwall Public Library’s 5th Annual Writing Contest is underway. The popular writing contest is back for another year with its biggest prizes yet. Entries are accepted until Friday, September 23rd, 2011. The categories for this year’s competition are Fiction and Poetry for people 17 years of age and over and a Fiction category for teens 13 to 16 years of age. First place winners receive an electronic book reader while 2nd and 3rd place winners will be awarded gift certificates. For complete rules and regulations visit the library’s website at www.library.cornwall.on.ca Selling art at Waterfest! Artists can sell their Artwork at WaterFest on August 13th and 14th. Sara Murphy is calling all visual artists: if you have artwork, photography, jewellery, pottery, body and bath products, handmade goods (clothing, etc.) or literature you would like to sell, please contact her ASAP at saramurphy@live.ca

Hawthorne Heights set to rock Cornwall! On Monday August 22nd Hawthorne Heights will be playing at Murphy's Inn in Cornwall with special guests Vifolly, Hartford, Colfax, Be the Saviour, and BrydenAvenue. Doors are at 6:30pm and the show starts at 7pm. Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the door.

Zombies Walking for OSPCA! $800 was raised for Hospice Cornwall at the last Rock for Charity, and $825 was raised for the OSPCA at Buskerville. Another fundraiser is being planned for the OSPCA. Brandon Armstrong announced that a Cornwall Zombie Walk will take place on Wednesday August 24th starting 4pm at the Cornwall Civic Complex east parking lot. The undead won't be out eating brains, instead they will be raising money for charity. People attending and participating are encouraged to dress up as zombies, and to bring at least a two dollar donation for the OSPCA. Daniel Martin visiting home on his upcoming tour! Daniel Martin, a talented musician from Cornwall Ontario, and who is now living in British Columbia announced that his new album "Constant Dreamer" (featuring Shaun Verreault of Wide Mouth Mason on lead guitar) will be released on August 8th, followed by a cross Canadian tour from August 12th to October 27th. Tour dates and album details are yet to be announced, however, we can expect Dan Martin to be making a stop in his hometown of Cornwall Ontario.

Cornwall has a new Solid Waste Supervisor! Nicole Robertson has been appointed the City of Cornwall’s new Solid Waste Supervisor. The Solid Waste Supervisor is responsible for the overall operation of the City’s Solid Waste Management program. The program includes curbside solid waste collection, landfill operations, recycling collection and processing, household special waste, leaf/yard waste and wood waste diversion.

Social Justice Income gap in Canada growing! The rich are getting richer, the poor are getting poorer, and the middle class are getting squeezed like a pimple.

Income inequality is widening at an alarming rate! We need better social policies in this country and province to address this problem. Everyday Canadians deserve dignity, fair wages, and real opportunities.

Long-term care needs to be a key-issue this provincial election! Sylvia Bailey was screaming in pain for almost a month at the Niagara-on-theLake’s Upper Canada Lodge. Her daughter Sylvia Bailey begged and pleaded with nurses to give her mother an x-ray. All the nursing home game Sylvia was some Tylenol. Had they given Sylvia an x-ray they would have discovered she had a broken leg, and she could have been properly treated. Instead Sylvia spent the last weeks of her life needlessly suffering as her daughter watched on. This is Canada, we can not allow tragedies like this to happen to our seniors in long term care facilities. Sylvia deserved better than this, every one of us deserves better than this.

Hospital bed shortage! Natalie Mehra, who is executive director of the Ontario Health Coalition, warns about a shortage of beds in Ontario Hospitals. Ontario has the lowest number of hospital beds per capita of all the provinces, and this shortage of beds is putting patients at risk.

Overcrowding and outbreaks are both serious concerns! NDP Leader Andrea Horwath promises to address these concerns by cutting wait times in half if her party is elected to power.

NDP BBQ! The second annual NDP bbq takes place Sunday August 7th from 11am to 2pm. The Stormont-Dundas-South Glengarry NDP Riding Association invites everyone to the Cornwall Lions Club Bandshell in Lamoureux Park. There will be plenty of family friendly activities including games for kids of all ages, kite flying and free food and drinks. Local musician Keegan Larose and his band will be on stage playing a set, and NDP campaign team member Paul Aubin will be spinning tunes throughout the afternoon. You can also meet Elaine MacDonald, the NDP candidate for S-D-SG in the October 6th provincial election. Admission is free and everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Darlene Jalbert at dee.jalbert@sympatico.ca or call 613-362-4414.

My name is Jason Setnyk, and this is my eye on society.

Jason Setnyk is a local school teacher, journalist, artist, and community volunteer. Setnyk runs the Cornwall Underground blog, and is the founder and host of Cornwall's Rock for Charity and Rock the Vote. www.cornwallunderground.blogspot.com

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We buy, sell and trade antiques, fine china, gold, collectibles, as well as CDs, VCRs, The Parade of Nations will take place on September 17th and 18th! The movies, video games & musical equipment. parade will start 10:30am on the 17th at St. Lawrence College in Cornwall Just about anything of value!

Ontario. There will be many activities in Lamoureux Park on both days including music, dance, a kitefest, trade show, and a fundraiser. The Honorary Chair for the 2011 Parade of Nations is Dr. Natavarlal Hiralal Shah. The Executive Director is Marie Morrell. For more information on the Parade of Nations visit their website: http://www.paradeofnations.com

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Bicycle World Owner's classic rock band goes into Second Gear Cover Story

An interview with Small Business owner and Guitarist ... Allan McGimpsey Article and Front Cover photograph by Jason Setnyk

Cornwall Ontario -- Allan McGimpsey is a small business owner by day and a rock star by night. The owner of Bicycle World is also the guitarist of classic rock band Landmark.

Landmark began in the early 1980s, but took a long hiatus when band members became parents.

However with their respective children growing up, the classic rock band has reformed.

McGimpsey has been in the music industry most of his life, playing guitar since high school, his talents have entertained people of all ages.

“My mother bought a electric guitar for 50 cents at a yard sale. My brother Don started teaching himself , and I caught on soon after. I got into a band and started playing in clubs when I wasn’t even of age”, McGimpsey recollects.

His guitar style is smooth and versatile and he's comfortable playing many styles of music. Whether it is contemporary, country, reggae, blues, or rock and roll, Allan “Alley Cat” McGimpsey puts on a memorable and crowd pleasing show.

His influences include The Beatles, Brian Adams, Pink Floyd, The Eagles, and Blue Rodeo. After high school, McGimpsey played in a country band, and after that he started Landmark. He even had an opportunity to play a show with a band that influenced him.

“Playing every single weekend, we began to get some recognition playing at high schools and fairs. We received a phone call from a promoter who was bringing Blue Rodeo to Winchester and who wanted us to open for them. What an experience it was to be backstage talking to the band and checking out their tour bus”.

Landmark is back together playing shows around Cornwall, Ottawa, and the surrounding area. In the 1980s there was no such thing as social networking, now McGimpsey finds it convenient to keep in touch with fans on websites like Facebook.

What's next for this small business owner, family man, and guitarist?

“For the last 25 years I have been playing and entertaining to the best of my ability. The entire time I have been working, running Bicycle World here in Cornwall. Being the owner is a real treat. Loving my day job and loving my night job makes me feel very lucky and blessed that I can meet the public and be a part of their lives in a fun and enjoyable way. The future goals for the band include doing some original stuff, recording, and writing about some life experiences that have got me here today”.

What's new at Bicycle World? Allan McGimpsey announced on his Facebook group that all bicycle inventory is 30% off for a limited time. Visit Bicycle World at 150 Pitt Street in beautiful downtown Cornwall.

See Landmark live in concert: -August 19, 20 - Phatty Kats, Cornwall -September 17, - Afternoon show at the Iroquois Mall -September 24 - Williamsburg Harvest Festival -October 21, 22 - Newfoundland Pub, Ottawa -October 29 - Lucky 7 Sportsbar, Embrum - Halloween party Visit Landmark and Bicycle World on the Internet: http://www.landmarkband.com http://bicycleworld.com

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Sounds of Buskerville echo in downtown Cornwall

$825 raised for the OSPCA Article and by Jason Setnyk Colour photos by Seeker Chicks Julia and Mai-Liis Normally downtown Cornwall is very quiet during the weekend of the Highland Games, however some local musicians were on the streets making some noise. The Second Annual Sounds of Buskerville took place Saturday June 30th in downtown Cornwall. Local musicians played in front of stores helping to raise money for the OSPCA. article & photos cont .on page 12

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the SEEKERS KEEPERS Section FRIDAY AUGUST 5TH Rock for Play Structures II @ La Maison in Cornwall.

FRIDAY AUGUST 5TH TILL SUNDAY AUGUST 7TH THE WILLIAMSTOWN FAIR @ THE WILLIAMSTOWN FAIR GROUN DS.

SATURDAY AUGUST 6TH The Vague-Abonds @ Lola's Pub and Grub in Cornwall.

SATURDAY AUGUST 6TH Coming of Age @ La Maison in Cornwall.

SUNDAY AUGUST 7TH Keegan Larose at the NDP BBQ @ Lamoureux Park in Cornwall.

TUESDAY AUGUST 9TH the Park Community Showcase plays Arts in in Cornwall. @ The Bandshell in Lamoureux Park WEDNESDAY AUGUST 10TH Les Trois B's plays Arts in the Park @ The Bandshell in Lamoureux Park in Cornwall.

AUGUST 12TH AND 13TH Raage Skatefest @ the Glengarry Sport Palace in Alexandria.

SATURDAY AUGUST 13TH The Agape Centre Yard Sale @ The Agape in Cornwall.

SATURDAY AUGUST 13TH Lost Boyz @ La Maison in Cornwall.

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Sounds of Buskerville echo in downtown Cornwall

$825 raised for the OSPCA Photos on this page by Jason Setnyk and Ryann O’Byrne Article by Jason Setnyk Continued from page 6 Despite approval from City Council to close the street, Second and Pitt Street remained open to traffic during Buskerville.

Coleman hopes to rectify this for next year.

One of the hot spots for the out door festival was on the patio of Schnitzels where Rodney Rivette helped raise $110 during his set. In attendance (above) right) was Team Cornwall Captain Gilles Latour, City Councillor Andre Rivette, and Cornwall Economic Development Officer Bob Peters. Joel Sauve also played a set there, as did the band Winston Marley.

Other hot spots during the day included Tracy Lalonde and Vince Pilon playing near the Cornwall Farmer's Market, and sets by Melanie MacDonald, EWA, Boozehound, and Switch Gear in front of Street Chic which all drew decent sized crowds.

Liberal Candidate Mark MacDonald who was at the Highland Games that morning, returned to Cornwall to play a set at this year's Buskerville along Pitt Street. Shelby Taylor was also participating, giving tarot readings for a toonie.

On location at Buskerville were The Local Seeker Chicks handing out newspapers with the official Buskerville schedule to local businesses and passerby's, also there was Mix 96.1 and 101.5 The Fox broadcasting on site, and Gabriel Rivière-Reid was there for Cogeco recording video.

The weather was nice, and it was a perfect Saturday for live music in downtown Cornwall.support awesome local causes".

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It is Sunday morning, and as I sit in my living room, relishing a fresh cup of coffee, and planning my day, I can’t help but think of yesterday and another successful Farmers’ Market in Downtown Cornwall. This has become part of my routine, because my son signed up for a booth and dedicates his Saturdays to this.

Many years ago, I helped organize the Cornwall Market in Le Village. I used to take my son Brad along with me and we would ensure that everything was running smoothly, talk to the vendors and the neighbouring businesses. Brad was about 8 at the time and was a budding artist even then. He’d bring his papers and would draw. He’d often ask why he couldn’t have a booth and I let him know that when he was older maybe he could. Fast forward to 2011, and Brad applies for Summer Company entrepreneur program, and signs up for a booth at the Cornwall Farmers’ Market. So he now has his own booth, continued his art and added writing to his list of talents.

Brad is one of 4 Summer Company businesses, that are regularly at the Market. Along with many fresh produce vendors and a mix of vendors they help bring the market to life.

What I notice most about this Market is the camaraderie amongst the vendors. We have become an extended family. We encourage each other, purchase from each other and pleasantly spend the day. The market opens at 8am and setup is usually between 7am-730am and wraps at 2:00pm.

We see a mix of people stop by. There are regulars and always new faces.

The vendors try their best to add new items or produce to the mix each week. The market adds vibrancy and excitement in the heart of the city.

It is also a great time to stroll downtown and visit the many businesses.

There are many hidden treasures that are available right in Downtown Cornwall, take the time and see what they offer.

I am happy to sit on the sidelines and let my son greet each passerby with a pleasant “Good Morning” and can’t help but smile when I hear him discuss his business, the original artwork and characters he’s developed as well as the description of the urban fantasy novel he wrote that will be available in August.

The booths are well-organized and decorated. Each vendor has taken the time to make their space unique, with tablecloths, stands, demo areas.

It truly is a family affair. I am not the only mom that helps out, as you visit each booth, you will meet the moms, dads, brothers, sisters, boyfriends and girlfriends. We support, help out and add to the mix.

This past weekend the downtown ambiance was further enhanced by the sounds of Buskerville. In past weeks, the Agape Chili Cookoff and Trunk Sale resulted in more traffic and activity.

The Market truly entices your all your senses with tasty treats, visual art, music, and so much more. By about 11am the aroma of barbecue cooking reminds you that it is lunchtime and is a wonderful addition to the Market.

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kriscrossroads by Kris Ward

Family Friendly Atmosphere at Cornwall Farmers’ Market

Sharp Edges I am thoroughly enjoying the summer weather we have been experiencing in Eastern Ontario.

Yes there is the occasional steamy day, but for the most part the days have been hot and the nights cool. How perfect is that?

Each morning I sit on my front porch with Jim, sipping my morning shake, breathing in the aroma of the flowers and communing with the nature that surrounds us. When I focus on these surroundings, I have noticed that there are days when the edges are sharp and days when the edges are soft. Sharp edge days happen when the weather is hot yet dry, the nights cool or there has just been a refreshing shower. When you look out at the gardens everything is fresh and crisp, the plants alert and singing, shadows clearly defined. By contrast, the soft edge days are those humid ones where the air is heavy. Life in the gardens looks fuzzy and blurred.

It seems to me that life is also full of sharp and soft edges. When you embrace a sharp edged perspective, you are clear, crisp and clean. You know what it is you want and, as a result, you are able to move forward with your life. You set a course for yourself and take the steps to move in that direction. You have a clear sense of boundaries. You know where and when to say ‘YES’ and, more importantly, when to say ‘NO’. You have defined your core values, those important principles by which you choose to live. Sharpness means clarity.

Softness implies the opposite. You are unclear about what you want and find yourself focused on what you don’t want. As a result, little in your life changes because you keep attracting the same things over and over again. As a result, your life is on hold. Your edges, your boundaries, are fuzzy and blurred, perhaps even non-defined. You find yourself saying ‘YES’ to any request and frequently find yourself overburdened or overwhelmed.

As a life coach-consultant, it is clear to me that the clients who choose the path of sharp edges, manifest the life they really want. They embrace the idea of clarity, naming what they want and follow this with clear actions that match what they want. They step-up fully to their full potential and to everything life has to offer them. They are amazed that when they actually take the time to be clear and sharp, what they want manifests quickly.

If you are living a soft edge life, is it time to shift? If you are ready, take the following steps.

First turn all of your ‘do not wants into ‘do wants. What most people don’t recognize is that wherever your attention goes, energy flows. That is to say, when you focus on what you don’t want, you get more of it.

Second, take action. Action implies doing something specific that takes you in the direction of what you want. It may also be a new way of being such as believing in yourself, believing you are worthy of having what you want, and turning down the volume of your self-critic.

Finally, establish your personal boundaries and start being clear about your ‘YES’s’ and ‘NO’s’. Assess what is important and meaningful to you and what is yours to own. If a request is made of you and intuitively you know it is not yours to own, chances are it belongs to someone else.

These are the three easy steps for living in the land of sharp edges. Are you ready?

Until next time…Betty If you have never been, I encourage you to stop by, and to returning visitors we welcome you. The Cornwall Farmers’ Market runs every Saturday until October 8 on George Assaly Lane (off Pitt St.), downtown Cornwall from 8am-2pm . For more information you can visit their website: http://cornwallfarmersmarket.com/

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Betty Healey is the roadSIGNS Coach, coaching people back to life! An award winning author of two books, roadSIGNS: Travel Tips for Authentic Living and roadSIGNS 2: Travel Tips to Higher Ground, Betty has been sharing her learning with readers as an e-letter for the past ten years. Her latest book, ME FIRST – If I Should Wake Before I Die, is available at Laura’s Gift Shop. You can also watch the roadSIGNS TV Show on Cogeco: http://www.tvcogeco.com/cornwall/shows/1396-the-road-signs-show. You can communicate with Betty at betty@roadSIGNS.ca and visit her website at www.roadSIGNS.ca

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Spiritual Seedlings

Easier Said Than Done About four years ago, I answered the phone at the church office. It was a lady who had recently moved to the area with her family and they were looking for a church. The only catch was that their teen-aged daughter was in a motorized wheelchair. The mother wanted to know if her daughter would be able to get into the church and have access to what she would need in the building.

Our church in Long Sault was built in the late fifties as a result of moving from the town of Milles Roches with the building of the Seaway and the flooding of the area. Being wheelchair accessible was not part of the thinking of that day. With great sorrow in my heart, I told her that the building was not accessible and pointed her to some churches in the area that could handle her family’s accessibility needs.

Accessibility for everyone is dear to my heart. My own daughter in the last couple of years of her life was physically challenged. Anytime we left the house she had to be in a wheelchair. When she and her husband and family were moving from Calgary to Ottawa, she lived with me for over three months. I did get her to church but it was not easy.

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Early last summer as it was time to start the Sunday morning worship service, a parishioner called me over and asked me to look at what was being put into the offering that morning via her tithing and offering envelope. Normally people do not show their pastor what is in their envelopes so this was quite unusual. That parishioner was giving a thousand dollars above their regular giving toward a fund to make our church accessible for all. We did not have such a fund. It was a dream for the distant future. I thought to myself that this would be interesting to see what the church board would do with the donation.

The very next Sunday over five thousand dollars came in for the same purpose from someone else. I began to think that God was trying to tell us something. We are not a large congregation. We just have regular people. This was not the normal pattern of how things work in our church. Normally we would make a decision to start a fund and then the giving would begin to happen.

The board decided to explore if making the church fully accessible was possible. Well, almost anything is possible even in an older building, as long as you have the heart and the finances to do it. Hope began to build in the congregation that perhaps our dream could become a reality with God’s help and all of us working together. The money started to trickle in even before we officially made a decision to take on this project.

For me, it was an exercise in faith and patience. Once a commercial building is in the picture, everything slows down.

Retrofitting an older building is always a huge challenge. We had some wonderful people with whom to work. Our contractor was phenomenal.

As a pastor, it was amusing to listen to the men who were working. When one worker swore, another worker told him to watch his language – he was “in church”. I was taught from my youth up to watch my language everywhere. After all the One Who matters is present everywhere. However I appreciated what the worker was trying to do. Another time I heard a worker tell his co-worker to do a good job because they were being paid with the Lord’s money.

BUT, here we are, a year later, and our church building is accessible, with a lift, with a ramp, with enlarged doorways, with a wheelchair accessible washroom, etc. It was certainly easier said than done, but it is done. To God be the glory!

There is still one bill to come in, but to date every bill has been paid and we owe nothing on the renovations. God has been very good to us. The people of this church have done an amazing job. They are to be commended for listening to the Lord.

The official rejoicing over this huge accomplishment for our congregation is planned for Sunday, October 16th, at 10 a.m. This is an invitation for you to join us. I’ll even give you a ride in the lift!

Rev. Lorna Casselman Long Sault Pentecostal Church 9 Bethune Avenue, Long Sault, ON K0C 1P0 Phone: 613-534-2622

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The City of Cornwall's S u m m e r Playground Program had their Playground Olympics at Lamoureux Park on Thursday August 4th.

Games included a water-ballon toss, Huron hop, relay race, tug of war, capture the flag, and a game of cops and robbers in which local Cornwall Police officers participated. Winners of the Playground Olympics will get a free ice cream game from Dairy Queen which are sponsoring the event. In the photo from left to right are volunteers Kaveen Fernando, Chloe Allaire, and Alexandra Dupuis.

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Professionally Chilling With ... professionally with my fellow tree huggers.

Gary Friedma

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Periodically an organic, selforganizing network called Green Drinks meets in different venues around the world to informally chat about environmental issues.

I always welcome this opportunity to chill out

When we next meet locally at the Glengarrian Pub (841 Sydney Street) this coming Tuesday, August 9th, at 7:00 pm, I'll be looking forward to chatting about and celebrating a successful new environmental initiative from Liberal Premier Christy Clark of British Columbia.

Ms. Clark, who is my favourite new face on the Canadian political scene, has made a major commitment as B.C. Premier to a very special tax that is enhancing greenery in Canada. Like the majority of people in her Province, Clark thinks that British Columbia should be the leader in cutting carbon emissions.

When the governing Liberals in B.C., with the support of environmentalists, argued for a tax to cut carbon emissions and then subsequently implemented the tax in 2008, they faced the same political obstacles that have stymied similar environmental plans elsewhere.

Businesses feared it would add to costs and slow the economy and the NDP worried it would hurt the poor.

But these fears have proven groundless because B.C's carbon tax has achieved multiple benefits at minimal cost. The tax has been good for the environment, good for taxpayers, and hasn't hurt the economy. Unemployment in B.C. is slightly below the national average and the Province's economic growth is slightly higher. And the proceeds of the tax have been recycled back to individuals and companies as cuts to personal and corporate income taxes.

The tax continues to work as planned.

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Since 2008, fuel consumption per head in B.C. has dropped by 4.5%, more than anywhere else in Canada. British Columbians use less fuel than other Canadians and also pay lower income taxes.

I look forward to chatting further about this topic, but as a face-to-face discussion, next week at the Glengarrian. You're all invited to join me and the rest of the gang as we chill out professionally there at 7:00 pm next Tuesday night. Just say, "are you green?" and we at Green Drinks will look after you and introduce you to whoever is there. If you can't make it next Tuesday, you'll have further opportunities every second Tuesday in the months that follow when we'll be "drinking green" in the same venue at the same time.

I welcome your comments at gary.friedman@cornwallgroove.ca

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