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Perth Manor wraps up music series for season with classical trio May 8 Mother’s Day is fast approaching, which means our last concert of the 2016 winter/spring season at the Perth Manor is nearly here! This Sunday, May 8 at 2 p.m. we welcome Limestone Trio from Kingston to the Perth Manor. Lisa Draper, violin; Danielle Lennon, violin; and Jeff Hamacher, cello are all members of the Kingston Symphony and form the trio.

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woman (Elizabeth Hughes) with a former friend, John Wilson. Come relive the tales– you will not regret it! It’s the journey that matters in the end, so join us for this unique historical event. Tickets are going fast and the first bus is already full, with a second now being added. Once a year, go somewhere where you have never been before. Get your tickets early. No tickets will be sold on the day of event. The event kicks off from Farrell Hall in Perth (186 Gore Street East) with doors opening at 9:30 a.m. The bus departs at 10 a.m. or sooner if seats are full and a catered lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. There will be two guest speakers during the tour, including John McKenty, a local historian and author who will talk about “Early Perth Through the Eyes of a Businessman (George S. James 1869-1964), a central figure in Perth’s early economic and social development. Author Sandra Joyce will also speak on the subject of British Home Children whose age ranged

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Third annual Great Veggie Grow-Off launched, expands to include all of Lanark County Ashley Kulp

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Grow a little more, feed your community. That’s the message organizers of the Great Veggie GrowOff wanted to get across during the launch of the third annual initiative at the Lanark County Food Bank (The Hunger Stop) in Carleton Place May 1. The fundraiser was established two years ago by Neighbourhood Tomato and St. Gregory’s Next Door community gardens, Mills Community Support and Lanark County Food Bank (LCFB) as a way to challenge residents of Beckwith, Carleton Place and Mississippi Mills to see who could grow the most local produce for the food bank. It has become so popular that this year, it’s expanding to food banks across Lanark County, including not only LCFB, but Lanark Highland Food Pantry, The Table

Community Food Centre and the Smiths Falls Community Food Bank. “...It’s been such a success – 2,800 pounds the first year to almost 4,100 last year. We know that total will be even greater this year,” noted Jeff Mills of Mills Community Support, urging gardeners to spread the word across the county. “...We have been getting out and have contacted each of the other three food banks – the one in Lanark Village, Smiths Falls, Perth – to include them, so this year you’re not only gardening and growing for CP, MM and Beckwith, but actually competing against all of Lanark County, so tell people.” Neighbhourhood Tomato volunteer Glennis Harwig highlighted the importance of growing local food and sustaining communities for the future. “If for any reason those tractor-trailers don’t come over those bridges from the (United)

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feed Canadians with Canadian participant in the challenge for food, grown on Canadian soil the last two years and urged by Canadians,” she said. others to lend a hand. “For two years now, you’ve Friendly competition been getting my excess produce An avid gardener, Mis- into somebody else’s hands, sissippi Mills Mayor Shaun See GROW page 5 McLaughlin has been an active

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Festival of Small Halls expands local venue offering for 2016 The festival that brought big names in music to local communities last fall is getting bigger and better this year. After almost all of the shows in last year’s installment sold out, The Ontario Festival of Small Halls is expanding its scope and bringing internationally-renowned musicians to 23 rural gathering spaces. The celebration of exceptional live music is taking place from Sept. 15 to Oct. 2 in intimate settings to enliven those authentic spaces, attract visitors to new regions and build community. The new host communities this year stretch from Winchester to Elgin and from Burritt’s Rapids to Pakenham. Halls from last year are once again preparing to welcome the Festival of Small Halls such as Seeley’s Bay, Morton, Pembroke, McDonald’s Corners and more. Kelly Symes, festival co-ordinator, said welcoming big name musical acts to rural Ontario, while showcasing some great local talent, allows music

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Ivy on William in Smiths Falls was one of the rural gathering spaces featured in last year’s Ontario Festival of Smalls Halls, which showcased smaller venues from throughout eastern Ontario and the Upper Ottawa Valley. Seen playing there are the East Pointers. Last year’s events were nearly sold out, prompting organizers to expand to include 23 rural gathering spaces in this year’s festival, set for Sept. 15 to Oct. 2 which will attract big names and local acts.

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somebody who needs it. What I say to other gardeners is, grow more for next year, the food bank needs it. And that’s why we managed to go up almost double the second year,” he stated. “Get the word to anybody that gardens. Grow a little bit extra. Grow a little bit more because there’s somebody who will eat it. You don’t have to worry about waste or feeding it to the chickens.” To show how serious he is, McLaughlin produced winter parsnips he had harvested, making them the first Mississippi Mills contribution of Great Veggie Grow-Off. “...I’m starting it off right now,” he said. “...There are winter crops, even in this cold climate. You put these guys in, even in the spring, harvest a few in November, they winter over and stay perfectly fresh and actually get sweeter.” He vowed to work with his Carleton Place counterpart, Louis Antonakos to spread the word of the challenge across the county, but remarked it might be futile. “Louis and I will get the word out to compatriots on Lanark County council to remind them that whether they know or not, they are now included and Mississippi Mills is the leader and we’re probably going to win again, because that’s just who we are,” he joked. Antonakos couldn’t resist getting in on the good-natured ribbing. “OK, OK. Last year, my colleague enlisted the help of scientists, local celebrities here today and now we are starting the competition off before it has even begun,” he remarked. “This is one impressive community we have to partner with and we’re so happy.” While he admitted he has never gone hungry, Antonakos knows the struggles his family had when they came to Canada from Europe. “...We all are so fortunate to have food right here in our hands and many don’t have that. So I think we need to remember that,” he stressed. “When people say we need to grow more food, that should resonate, especially some of the seniors here who might remember the Depression years...these things get passed on by our family. Those messages are very important.” Just one way Carleton Place is trying to put an end to food insecurity is through community gardens currently under construction at Market

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Square, home of the Carleton Place Farmers’ Market. “We (town) think that’s a nice tie-in, farmers’ market and home-grown food,” he said, before adding “But we are going to beat MM this year. We know they’ve got scientists, local celebrities and vast parcels of wonderful land to grow, but we’re going to take you on, Shaun.” “The headline in the newspaper last year was ‘Mississippi Mills squashes the competition.’ I hope we just squeeze by this year,” remarked McLaughlin. “We’ll see!” added Antonakos. To formally launch the grow-off, Mississippi Mills master gardener Ed Lawrence christened the three new community garden boxes in front of the LCFB, planting two rows of turnips in one. “...I grew up and went to school with kids who came to school hungry so it does bother me...we have to think of the others. When I was a kid I was told ‘You’re not much brighter than a turnip,’

so to maybe prove that wrong, I’m going to plant some of these (turnip seeds),” he said. “The mayor from Mississippi Mills harvested today. I’m planting today,” added Lawrence. To get involved, simply harvest extra produce and bring it to your local food bank, where it will be weighed and added to your community’s tally. The collective communities’ support of the endeavour brought in 2,800 pounds of fresh produce to the Lanark County Food Bank in 2014, blowing that total out of the water last year with 4,081 pounds collected. Mississippi Mills earned the Great Veggie Grow-Off trophy, the Veggie Bowl, which accounted for 75 per cent of the produce donated (3,108). The grow-off traditionally kicks off May 1, International Workers’ Day. The final weigh-in to determine which community will earn bragging rights, will take place this October in conjunction with World Food Day.

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Unforgettable evening of twist and jive and romantic oldies June 11 in Carleton Place Tara Gesner

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Get ready to go back in time to poodle skirts, bobby socks, bouffant hairdos and sideburns – the wonderful 1950s and 1960s. Carleton Place’s recreation and culture department proudly presents A ‘50s/’60s Prom Night Dance in the upper hall of the Neelin Street Community Centre (arena) on Saturday, June 11 from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. “Close your eyes...think Happy Days comes to Carleton Place,” wellknown local entertainer Jack Denovan said. Denovan, Bob White (senior facility operator) and Jessica Smith (community programmer) make up the event’s organizing committee. “Curly, Larry and Moe,” Denovan joked. “Jack, Jessica and I work very well together,” White added, “and we have worked together many times and on many events.” Guests can expect an old-fashioned good time as they dance to the music of The Heartbeats, a fabulous five-piece show band specializing in the nostalgic rock and roll music of the 1950s and 1960s. “When music was fun, exciting and easy to listen to,” Denovan said. Members of The Heartbeats have

been performing the golden oldies throughout the Ottawa Valley and the Outaouais for more than 25 years. “They put on a fantastic show that is bound to please – everyone,” Denovan said. “It is like a Vegas show.” Members of The Heartbeats normally change costumes with each set, to go with the era and genre of music they are performing. “They even do one set of ‘50s/’60s legends who have passed on: Ritchie Valens, Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly, Elvis, Del Shannon and more,” Denovan said. The group consists of Denny Welburn (lead guitar and vocals), Jean Coté (bass guitar and vocals), Richard Wills (drums & vocals), Roddy McCann (saxophone and vocals) and Pat Hallett (rhythm guitar and vocals). All proceeds from A ‘50s/’60s Prom Night Dance will benefit the town’s 2016 Canada Day fireworks display, in an effort to make it even bigger and better. “And we already have an awesome fireworks display,” Denovan said. Tickets to A ‘50s/’60s Prom Night Dance, which go on sale on May 12, are $20 each, and they are available at the following locations: Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce office, SRC Music in Carleton Place, Carleton Place arena and

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Carleton Place’s recreation and culture department proudly presents A ‘50s/’60s Prom Night Dance in the upper hall of the Neelin Street Community Centre (arena) on Saturday, June 11. Guests can expect an oldfashioned good time as they dance to the music of The Heartbeats, a fabulous five-piece show band specializing in the nostalgic rock and roll music of the 1950s and 1960s. Mark’s Cobbler Shop in Perth. “Do not miss out!” White said. The organizing committee’s goal is to sell a minimum of 300 tickets, even though the upper hall seats 400. At the end of the night the members would like to bring in between $2,000 and $3,000. “There will be a light buffet: vegetables, cheese, cold meat, buns bun and more,” White said. “The bar will be open.”

The Carleton Place & District Civitan Club will manage a 50/50 draw. White noted other festivities include a kissing booth, bubble gum blowing and hula hoop contests, and prizes for the best twisters and jivers. Because the event is licensed, attendees must be 19 years of age or older. “Costumes are definitely encouraged but not mandatory,” White said. “However, I will be dressed up.”

“He is a showstopper!” Denovan joked. With the Ottawa Valley home to numerous country, jazz and blues performers, “this type of entertainment does not come along too often,” the emcee said. White noted the town has put on three ‘50s/’60s dances in the past. Freddy Vette and the Flames played twice and Eddy and the Stingrays performed once. Denovan was involved in each show – as the emcee. The Heartbeats have frequently performed at Rideau Carleton Raceway slots, which is where White first heard the group. Earlier this year he and wife Donna Marks went to the casino to meet Denovan and check out the band. “After two sets the contract was signed,” White said with a smile. “They really know how to have fun with the audience,” he added. Denovan first met the band when he was asked to help with a benefit. “We stayed in touch,” he said. The arena, located at 75 Neelin St., boasts plenty of free parking, an elevator for people with accessibility issues and an ATM machine in the main lobby. To learn more about The Heartbeats, visit www.heartbeatsband.ca. For additional information about A ‘50s/’60s Prom Night Dance, contact Jessica Smith at 613-257-1704 or White at 613-229-0043.

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Sixth annual Art in the Barn show and sale in Lombardy July 8-10 What better way to acquire an original work of art than directly from the artist and what better place to go than the sixth annual Art in the Barn Show and Sale July 8, 9 and 10 at the Lombardy Agricultural Society Fairgrounds just south of Smiths Falls on Highway 15 at Kelly’s Road.

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ut that green thumb to work for your local community this summer. A story in this week’s issue details the launch of the third annual Great Veggie Grow-Off community challenge. For the past two years it has been dedicated to the Carleton Place, Beckwith and Mississippi Mills communities, who would grow fresh produce to benefit the Lanark County Food Bank, but this year it’s expanding to a whole new level. Not only will the Lanark County Food Bank continue to be involved, but the challenge will be open to the three other food banks in Lanark County – The Table Community Food Centre in Perth, Lanark Highlands Food Pantry in Lanark and the Smiths Falls Community Food Bank – in an effort to feed those starving in the county. No one should ever have to go hungry and while food banks traditionally receive plenty of canned goods and boxed meals, often they are forced to grocery shop for staples to round out the food baskets of clients. Those include dairy, meat and eggs, as well as fresh produce. The latter is a welcome addition to food banks and often, unfortunately,

a luxury. The results of the Great Veggie Grow-Off speak for themselves. During its first year in 2014, 2,800 pounds of food were realized from Carleton Place, Beckwith and Mississippi Mills. That number nearly doubled last year with 4,081 pounds. An added perk: the community that grows the most produce earns the coveted Veggie Bowl trophy for the year. So, get growing. Pack up your extra produce and take it to your local food bank, where it will be added to your community’s tally. There are plenty of recreational and serious gardeners throughout Lanark County. Now’s the time to get behind your local food bank. When growing that row of lettuce or carrots, consider adding an extra one to harvest for those in need. It might mean some additional time plotting out your garden and harvesting, but the benefits are so much greater. It’s still spring, so it’s the perfect time to be thinking about how to maximize your garden and ensure everyone has access to fresh, local food.

Father endured long days on farm at this time of year Early in the morning, this time of year, I could hear Father stirring downstairs. He would try to be quiet so as not to rouse the rest of the house, but as soon as he lit the cook stove, scraping the lids to put in the kindling, I would waken. And then I would hear Mother in the kitchen getting breakfast ready. The sun would be just rising when Father would head to the barns for the chores, returning to the house to down his breakfast and head out again for the long day ahead in the fields. Likely the binder would already be in a far-off part of the farm, left there from the day before. Our fields were long and narrow in the Northcote area, and it seemed to me, when I was so young, that when Father went beyond the West Hill, he was in

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another part of the country. He loved his land. Just like he loved every animal in the barns and fields. Grampa, when he came to visit from Ottawa, would say, “Albert is a true farmer.” On weekdays, Mother would pack a lunch for him to take to the back fields. But on Saturdays, I would be allowed to take the eleven quart basket, packed with sandwiches, a honey pail of tea with shards of ice in it, slab cake, and a peeled cucumber and a tomato. It was quite

a feast, I thought back then. And Father and I would share the lunch together. During the days when we were at school, I knew without Mother telling me, that Father would be gone for most of the day with the binder, far back into the fields in the farthest reaches of our farm. My three brothers would be expected to hurry home from school this time of year, because they would be responsible for the evening chores. There was milking to be done, the barns to be cleaned out and made ready for the night, the calves and pigs to be fed, and fresh straw put in the stalls. My sister Audrey and I were expected to wash out the milk pails and the cream separator, put fresh cheesecloth under the lids of the milk cans, mak-

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ing sure everything was secure. Mother lived in constant dread that somehow a mouse would get into the milk can during the

night, which Father said was an cloth was extra protection. impossibility since the lids fit so We would have our supper tightly. But she wasn’t taking See MARY page 9 any chances, thus the cheese-

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On Saturday, April 23, a historic health care rally occurred at Queen’s Park. Hundreds of physicians, patients, and other health care professionals joined together to protest the Liberal government’s gutting of Ontario’s health care system. We’ve seen the Wynne Liberals cut $815 million from physician services, $50 million from seniors’ physiotherapy services, $20 million from the assistive devices program, and 50 medical residency positions. We’ve also seen the government cut more than 2,000 children

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with autism from the IBI therapy waitlist. The reality is that the government’s ongoing cuts are a result of their scandal, waste, and mismanagement. This is a government that wasted $1 billion on the e-health scandal. This is a government that has let 39 per cent of every dollar for home care go towards administration and bureaucracy rather than frontline care. The Liberals are so desperate to spin these cuts that Health Minister Eric Hoskins tried

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United Counties passes resolution in support of AMO policing report The following are highlights of the regular United Counties of Leeds and Grenville council meeting held on Thursday, April 21 at the administration office in Brockville. Counties council has passed a resolution supporting the Association of Municipalities of Ontario’s (AMO) Police Modernization Report and its recommendations to ensure present and future challenges are met with rising policing costs. The resolution urges the Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services to implement the AMO report’s recommendations. Counties council is also requesting the Ministry review the total remuneration of police officers in Ontario, including service pay, benefits and the arbitration system. The

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to blame their mismanagement on Ontario’s physicians. In fact, they’ve tried to blame it on everyone except themselves: hospitals, nurses, and even patients. For Ontario’s patients, life is getting harder under the Liber-

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without Father these nights. He would still be working in the fields. It didn’t seem right somehow, that he wasn’t sitting at the head of the table. But his plate would be there, just as if he could be expected any minute to come in the back door. My sister Audrey would have to say Grace, which was a much shorter version than that given by Father. Although he wasn’t one to engage in idle chatter at meal time, nonetheless it seemed strange that he wasn’t part of our supper meal. Long after we had eaten, and redded up the kitchen, and the light of the day would have started to fade, I would go to the window and watch for Father. I would first see just a speck, and then I would see him coming over the West hill, walking behind the team, with the whippletree dragging behind them. I would watch his figure grow larger and I would feel the utmost relief that he would soon be home, safe and sound. “He’s home,” I would yell. Everett would get up and go

resolution notes the 2014 Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) wage increase cost Ontario property taxpayers an additional $25 million that year and has required significant increases in property taxes this year. It demonstrates the current cost of policing is not sustainable. Counties council finalizes communication agreement Counties council has passed a bylaw to enter into a Master Communication Agreement with Bell Canada to provide more cost effective high-speed Internet services. The Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN), a non-profit corporation of the Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (EOWC), manages Internet service contracts with

the private sector. EORN sent out a Request For Proposal (RFP) from providers for high-speed connectivity to municipal facilities across Eastern Ontario. Five proposals were reviewed. Based on the review findings, EORN and EOWC have negotiated the Master Business Internet Agreements with Bell Canada for the provisions of high-speed Internet services for municipalities. The agreement covers all municipalities and First Nation communities in eastern Ontario. In Leeds Grenville, there is an opportunity for municipalities to take advantage of lower pricing for Internet services. The agreement will only be used where there is an advantage to the counties, namely a reduction in monthly Internet costs. If the price is

als. Each cut made means extra days waiting to see their doctor, an extra month waiting for an essential surgery, or months of waiting for a nursing bed. It’s time to tell Premier Wynne that enough is enough. Our most vulnerable shouldn’t be paying for this government’s mistakes.

Patrick Brown Leader of the Ontario PC Party

out to the barn yard and take the team from Father, and feed them oats, and let them drink from the watering trough and then take them into the barn for the night. And Father would come into the kitchen, covered with dirt and chaff, looking like he had rolled in a dustbin. He would go to the bench at the back door where Mother would have put out a fresh basin of warm water. I would watch him splash the water over his face and rub it up his arms, and see the water turn black. He would reach up to the huck towel and dry himself off, and it would look like he didn’t have another ounce of strength in his body. Mother would put a steaming supper before him, and I never knew whether I should sit at the table with him so that he wouldn’t be eating alone, or to leave him in peace. It never mattered how ample was the meal, it couldn’t erase the bone-tiredness from Father’s body. I used to think a long day in the fields made him look much older than he really was. At any other time of the year, Father would spend some time after supper reading the paper,

not advantageous, no actions committee on Wednesday, will be taken. May 4, regular counties council on Thursday, April 19. All Upcoming meetings meetings begin at 9 a.m. in the Committee of the Whole council chambers at 25 CenTuesday, May 3, joint services tral Avenue, Brockville. For

more information, contact county clerk Lesley Todd at 613-342-3840, ext. 2454. Submitted by the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville

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Fiddlers from across Cana- young fiddlers from our area organize one of your own. da and the world will be cele- with a chance to show their Anytime after 5 p.m. we ask brating National Fiddling Day stuff on live radio. They are the hosts to call in to the staon Saturday, May 21. The third now signing up to provide some tion with the total number of Saturday in May every year good old tunes accompanied fiddlers who participated at has been declared by an act of by Keith Peever on keyboard. their venue. We wish to estabparliament, National Fiddling Away from the station, with- lish a total number of fiddlers Day. in our listening area, volun- who performed that day, and Last year renowned fiddler teers are setting up venues for then try to better the total next Dennis Harrington held a two- fiddlers to gather and perform year. hour Kitchen Party at the ra- a tune or two. At this point We have the Grand Masters dio station to celebrate the day fiddling will take place at the group on board, as well as the and many local fiddlers were Sands Restaurant in Golden Richmond Fiddling contest, involved. This year we will con- Lake, The Douglas Tavern, plus many local fiddle groups tinue the tradition. Billy Mc- Naismith’s Pub in Almonte, all prepared to call in their numGinnis, Stompin’ Tom’s fiddler starting at 1 p.m. At 7 p.m. lo- bers. for many years will open the cal fiddlers gather at the Regal Keep listening to Valley two hour performance this year Beagle in Chichester, Quebec. Heritage radio for updates. starting at noon on the Cava- We are still looking for volun- Fiddlers, blow the dust off your The Ontario PCs will not nagh stage. Billy is a world- teers to set up other venues at fiddle and count yourself in. this time. Fiddlers feel free to Submitted by Valley Heritage stop fighting until we have a class fiddler from PEI. You will also hear many join in on any of the venues or Radio government and a health minister that values frontline workers, and unequivocally puts paLeave your car at home for a day, week or a month! tients first.

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with his feet resting on the oven door. But when he had been in back fields from daylight to dusk, it was all he could do to muster enough strength to plod to the bedroom, undress and fall into bed. I knew without fail, the next morning there would be a repeat of what had happened the day before, and would happen many days hence. Although I didn’t understand completely what the Depression really meant, I knew for us to survive it, Father would have to continue the back-breaking work of tilling the land, and harvesting the crops, with machinery that had seen better days. And in my prayers at night, I would offer up a special prayer for Father... that he would have the strength to do what had to be done to keep the farm going, and to keep the Depression from closing in around us. Interested in an electronic version of Mary’s books? Go to https://www.smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for ebook purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca.

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Clayton resident launches funding campaign to aid in battle with Lyme disease relief to know what’s going on,” she feels frustrated by the unfamiliarity Canadians doctors have with the disease. The profile of Lyme has been raised due to Canadian singer Avril Lavigne’s admission she has it, but there is still a long way to go, she said. “The doctors here, it’s not their fault. Every disease has a strict guideline to follow,” Baldwin said. “…But they are not treating Lyme here.” It’s been a tough battle, said Baldwin, who lives in Clayton village with her husband and hasn’t been able to work since 2009. “I can’t work…this affects your whole life – my family life, social life, career and marriage – I feel like my life was robbed from me,”

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For much of Cindy Baldwin’s life, she’s experienced periods of unexplained sickness until a diagnosis of chronic Lyme disease began to make sense. The 41-year-old Clayton resident recently launched a YouCaring fundraising campaign in order to raise the necessary funds that will allow her travel to the United States for proper treatment. “Sadly, like so many dealing with Lyme and co-infections here in Canada, I cannot get the medical treatment I need and have to go to the USA,” she noted. “Cost of treatment is very expensive and it is all out of pocket.” Baldwin is hoping to raise $50,000, which is the minimum amount she’d need for treatment at centres in Boston or Tampa Bay. “It would pay for travel and my accommodations to stay somewhere while undergoing treatment.” “There’s no exact way to treat Lyme disease. It’s different for every patient,” she added. “…I could need three months of treatment or a year. I’ve heard people receiving treatment for up to three years.” That treatment could be anything from rounds of antibiotics, intravenous and herbal medicines, infrared saunas, pressure chambers and blood therapy. “Blood therapy cycles your blood,” Baldwin said. “They filter your blood through a machine and it goes back into you. Ultraviolet lights are used and kill whatever is in your blood.” According to the Canadian Lyme Disease Foundation (CanLyme), which offers research funding for the disease and works to raise awareness, Lyme disease is an infectious illness caused by the bacteria of a tick. Symptoms of it can mirror a cold or flu, severe headaches, joint pain and fever. Due to the wide range of possible symptoms, it is often hard to diagnose. “Lyme disease is a challenge to diagnose and can be even tougher to treat,” states CanLyme’s website (www.canlyme.com). “Whether you have reason to suspect infection or you’ve just been diagnosed, it’s important to learn all you can about this complex illness.” “Lyme is the great imitator. It imitates Multiple Sclerosis and Lupus,” added Baldwin. “People have been diagnosed with these diseases and they actually have Lyme disease. It’s a problem in Canada.” Long road Baldwin said that since the age of four, she can remember experiencing many illnesses, including rashes and fatigue. “I was always tired. I had chronic fatigue, chronic

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Clayton resident Cindy Baldwin stands with a thank you sign to those who have donated to her YouCaring fundraising campaign as she struggles with her diagnosis of chronic Lyme disease. Baldwin is seeking to raise funds in order to accept treatment for her illness in the United States. pain and migraines,” she said. Her mother would take her to the doctor, who dismissed the symptoms as food allergies or attributed them to “growing pains.” She believes her Lyme disease could have been contracted at an early age. Having grown up on a farm outside of Metcalfe, Baldwin’s parents raised pigs, who often were covered in ticks. “My mom would pick the ticks off of us (Baldwin and her siblings),” she noted. “So I do have a history of tick bites at that age. After that, the strange illnesses started and the chronic pain.” “It was almost too much,” Baldwin continued. “I was the baby of four children and it was always me getting sick. It was extremely frustrating for my mom.” As she got older, her symptoms worsened, whether it was a constant sore throat, chemical sensitivity or strange rashes and sores. Baldwin’s condition also caused her to experience periods of insomnia, anxiety and depression. “My immune system would get strong enough again and keep it (Lyme) in remission, but then an illness would cause it to flare up again,” she explained. “…(The disease) lays dormant in your body then decides to attack when your immune system is weak.” She indicated that Lyme bacteria operates on a life cycle. The bacteria forms the shape of a corkscrew and makes its way into the soft tissue where it gives off toxins. Baldwin said it’s not abnormal for her to have weeks of poor health, where her whole body hurts and

suffers from migraines, but at the end of the cycle “the toxins come out of my body where my liver and kidneys try to flush it out. It’s six to eight weeks of hell. I call it my circle of hell.” In 2009, she hit a low point after being diagnosed with mononucleosis in 2009. “I haven’t been able to get back on the side of any type of wellness.” “I had a year of mono-like symptoms and wasn’t getting any better. My sister was watching W5 and they had a special on Lyme disease. A light bulb went off and she said ‘That’s Cindy,’” Baldwin continued. After years of visiting doctors and even receiving negative test results for Lyme disease in Canada (which is common, noted CanLyme), Baldwin was finally diagnosed in Plattsburgh, New York by Dr. Maureen McShane. McShane, who also suffers from chronic Lyme disease, lives in Montreal, but operates her clinic in the US. Formerly a general practitioner in Montreal, Baldwin said McShane couldn’t get the treatment she required for the disease and closed her practice to become a Lyme literate medical doctor. There was an opportunity to accept treatment through Dr. McShane, but Baldwin was hesitant given the long distance. “She’s so far away and some of the antibiotic treatments are so complex,” she noted. “This is strong, strong medicine and I didn’t feel comfortable being in Canada and on this medication and not having my doctor close by.” While Baldwin admitted, “it’s a

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she said. It also isn’t easy for her to ask for help. “It took me so long because I feared judgment. When you’re sick, you’re vulnerable and it’s hard to ask for help,” she commented. “But it’s getting so bad, I need help.” Baldwin hopes she can start her treatments this spring or summer “the sooner the better,” she noted. Those wishing to help Baldwin in her quest to raise funds for medical treatment can visit: https:// www.youcaring.com/cindy-baldwin-525256. As YouCaring doesn’t give the option to donate using a debit card, those who wish can also send Baldwin an electronic money transfer to cbaldwin34@gmail.com.

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Carleton Place Canadians’ ‘three-peat’ makes hockey history At the final buzzer sticks, gloves and helmets were hurled high in the air and the bench emptied as the victorious Carleton Place Canadians raced toward their own goal, surrounding triumphant goalie Colton Point. As the game ended the capacity crowd at Carleton Place and District Community Centre exploded in cheers, yelling and applause that quickly became deafening in the confined space. It’s a scene I have witnessed for three consecutive years. Always on home ice. Always on a Sunday afternoon in April! This time around Canadians scored a thrilling 3-2 victory over a very good Ottawa Junior Senators team to win the series and the trophy in the seventh and deciding game. The high-flying Canadians have accomplished something that’s happened just three times previously in the 55-year history of the Central Canada Hockey League (CCHL). Their “three-peat” makes them only the third team in league history to win three or more championship trophies in successive campaigns. Pembroke Lumber Kings, the winningest franchise in the eastern Ontario loop (14 titles) and the team every club in the league seeks to emulate, have done it twice. Lumber Kings went back-to-back-toback in 1987, 1988 and 1989. From 2007-201l, under the direction of the highly capable Sheldon Keefe, Pembroke captured five straight league titles. They capped that run with a Royal Bank Cup (RBC) national championship in 2011. Keefe went on to more success coaching Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds of the Ontario Hockey League (Major Junior). Last off-season he was named head coach of Toronto Marlies, the American Hockey League affiliate of the Toronto Maple Leafs where he continues to excel. The only other CCHL club to capture three straight titles was the now defunct Cornwall Royals from 196668. Cornwall has another CCHL team, the Colts who have also experienced success since entering the league in 1988. Colts have captured the championship trophy, officially the Bogart-Nielsen Cup, five times. Their most recent title was in 2013. This week Carleton Place is in Woodstock, New Brunswick hoping to bring home a third straight Eastern Canadian Junior A championship. Their opponents in the Fred Page Cup (FPC) tournament are the host Woodstock Slammers of the Maritime Hockey League (MHL) along with Pictou County Weeks Crushers from New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, champions of the MHL and College Francais de Longueuil, perennial champions of the Quebec Junior A league. Longueuil is a Montreal suburb. In a short tournament (May 4-8)

against strong opponents, winning the FPC won’t be easy! Clarke catalyst The chief architect of Canadians’ success is head coach, general manager and owner Jason Clarke. It is arguable that Clarke’s teams were favoured to win the CCHL title the past two seasons. The very talented 2013-2014 squad captured a first league trophy for the young franchise in April 2014. They went on to claim the club’s first FPC in St. Jerome, Quebec. Then Carleton Place shocked the Canadian junior hockey establishment, coming within an eyelash of winning the national title. They fell 4-3 in overtime to Yorkton (Saskatchewan) Terriers in the 2014 RBC title game in Vernon, British Columbia. Carleton Place led the contest 3-1 late in the third period but Yorkton netted twice in just eight seconds to force the extra period. It is the only overtime game in RBC final history! With a solid nucleus of returning players Carleton Place was a heavy favourite in 2014-2015. They rolled to the CCHL title and then bested a good team from Dieppe, New Brunswick (a Moncton suburb) to claim a second straight Fred Page championship game. In so doing they earned back-to-back appearances at the RBC which, last May, was played in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba. Canadians qualified for the semifinals where they needed overtime to eliminate a strong Penticton Vees squad from the British Columbia Junior Hockey League (BCJHL). The next day a tired group of Carleton Place players faced another team of Terriers, this time from the host community. Portage thrilled the partisan crowd by easing past Canadians 5-2 to secure the 2014-2015 national Junior A crown. Sure, it was disappointing to come up short in the biggest game in Junior A hockey in consecutive years. But flip it around and consider this! Many teams never win their own league title, let alone two straight trophies along with back-to-back Eastern Canadian championships. Now the Canadians, in just their seventh campaign in Junior A hockey, have chalked up three consecutive CCHL championship victories. By any standard that’s an amazing run of success. Personally I don’t feel Carleton Place has received the kind of respect they have earned at the national level. For example, in the weekly national rankings posted by the Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) they haven’t always received their due. During the previous two campaigns they often languished behind a number of teams who failed to emulate Canadians’ success in the regional and national playoffs. At one point last season I was

Reflections BY JEFF MAGUIRE

miffed enough to email my opinion to the Junior A powers-that-be in Calgary. The CJHL represents 10 Junior A leagues across Canada, some of which have entries in the northern United States as well. This season I did my best to track the weekly CJHL rankings. To my knowledge Canadians only made the Top 10 once. True, they didn’t post the kind of numbers they did in 2013-2014 (their best ever campaign) or equal the success of last season. But they still finished on top of the overall standings, albeit just a single point in front of Ottawa. Surely the previous two seasons, coupled with a third very successful run in 2015-2016 should mean more to those who compile the list? Admittedly teams from Western Canada have dominated Junior A hockey. In the 20 year history of the RBC, 15 of the winners have come from the west including seven from British Columbia alone. Vernon Vipers of the BCJHL have won the RBC four times. Previously the national championship trophy was the Manitoba Centennial Cup (19711995). Western teams also captured 18 of 25 Centennial Cup showdowns. Top winners Vernon (the team was called the Lakers in the 1990s) is the winningest franchise nationally. Lakers claimed two Centennial Cups meaning Vernon teams have six titles to their credit. B.C. leads the overall standings with an even dozen Canadian crowns. Ontario is tied with Saskatchewan for second with 10 Junior A titles apiece. Alberta teams have claimed eight crowns, Manitoba three while Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island have one each. Strangely the Quebec league, which often produces very competitive teams, has never won at the national level. The only teams from the CCHL (previously Central Junior Hockey League) to win Canadian honours are the now defunct Rockland Nationals (they won the Centennial Cup on home ice in 1976) and Pembroke. Lumber Kings won the 2011 title in Camrose, Alberta blanking Vernon 2-0 in the final. Their goaltender that year, Francis Dupuis, who Kings obtained in a January trade with Carleton Place, was the MVP. As for Clarke and the Canadians,

the long-time hockey man shrugs off any suggestion that he has created a hockey dynasty in Carleton Place. But with five championships in his pocket in just nine years (two in Junior B and three in Junior A) there’s little wonder some in the regional media are attaching “dynasty” to stories about the hockey club. “The only dynasty is this league is Pembroke,” Clarke told me, pointing to Lumber Kings’ five straight titles under Keefe. Personally I think it’s smart to play it low key. Clarke has never been a braggart. His approach is to play a game at a time, a month at a time and a season at a time. Based on my considerable experience with him, he doesn’t look backward or forward. In February, with his Canadians in the midst of a slump related directly to several injuries to key players, I asked Clarke how he was feeling with the season quickly winding down and first place overall on the line. “They hand out the championship trophy in April, not in February,” he observed dryly. Clearly truer words were never spoken! If you talk to long-time Carleton Place fans the first thing you are

likely to hear is that they fear Clarke will follow the same path as Keefe, moving up to coach Major Junior and eventually entering professional coaching ranks. I wouldn’t be the least bit surprised. He has earned the opportunity and surely he is on a number of watch lists? At the nail-biting seventh game of the CCHL championship series against Ottawa I sat next to Carleton Place Deputy Mayor Jerry Flynn, a long-time friend. When it was over and we stood applauding the cheering with the rest of Canadians’ ardent supporters I told Jerry, “We are watching local sports history here. How many consecutive trophies can one team win?” The answer will come later this week at the FPC in New Brunswick. Carleton Place plays their second round-robin game this afternoon. Win or lose in this tournament the Carleton Place Canadians have already written their names in Eastern Ontario hockey history. Their winning streak is a rare and special occurrence and something everyone in the community should be proud of! If you have a comment or question for Jeff Maguire he can be reached by email at: jeffrey.maguire@rogers. com.

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UCDSB trustees talk budget, First Nations education, Learning Commons at meeting The following are highlights from the April 27 meeting of Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) trustees at the board office in Brockville. Director of education Stephen Sliwa presented an update to trustees on First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) education within the board. As a follow-up to a discussion on FNMI education in December, Sliwa told trustees the board has taken several steps to support this important branch of education. Those efforts have included: a visit by senior administrators and trustees to a board meeting of the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education as part of an overall effort to invest in a productive and respectful relationship with the Akwesasne community; a letter from chair Jeff McMillan to Education Minister Liz Sandals offering recommendations in regards to FNMI education; and sponsorship of two upcoming Truth and Reconciliation Commission +1 meetings. The regional meetings, to be held next month at Naismith Memorial Public School in Almonte and Rothwell-Osnabruck School in Ingleside, will include learning sessions with indigenous elders and knowledge keepers, and a facilitated discussion on what reconciliation means. South Crosby Public School presentation Principal Monique Antoine-Hartley reported on how her school is using its School Improvement Plan for Student Achievement (SIPSA) to increase student literacy and math skills. The school is using techniques such as shared reading, guided reading and modelled writing to improve literacy skills, and math strategies such as the use of math talk and three-part lesson plans to improve

math scores. Long-term accommodation projections report Superintendent of district alignment Phil Dawes presented a report on the number of student spaces the board will need between now and 2030. The report concentrated on three key factors including: the current and 15-year projected enrolments for UCDSB schools; the projected availability of school spaces during the same period; and projections of each school building’s condition and costs relating to its on-going maintenance and repair.

part of the wider program review now underway within the board. Sutherland told trustees that the initiative has had a measurable impact on the system. Between September 2015 and March 2016, staff offered 4,500 programs attended by

UCDSB virtual database and They dealt with several mateBook subscriptions. ters including: Special education funding, the Pro Grant Special education advisory application process; the Seccommittee (SEAC) report tion 23 program; staff develSEAC chair trustee William opment; and the special equipMacPherson reported on the ment amount. activities of the committee Submitted by the Upper from their meeting on April 5. Canada District School Board

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‘Meet the North’ with Jennifer Kingsley at MVFN Spring Gathering 2016 The Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists, a local member of the Ontario Nature Network will hold their seventh annual Spring Gathering on May 19 at the Almonte Civitan Community Hall. The evening will feature a banquet and a keynote presentation by award-winning naturalist and journalist Jennifer Kingsley. Kingsley first met the north on long canoe trips, and is the author of Paddlenorth: Adventure, Resilience, and Renewal in the Arctic Wild, winner of a top prize at the 2015 National Outdoor Book Awards. Her work as a broadcast journalist has been recognized by the Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard University. In 2015 Jennifer Kingsley founded the “Meet the North” project, and during the past year, as field correspondent for Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic she has undertaken a remarkable journey – from home in Ottawa, to Europe, Svalbard (an Norwegian archipelago), Iceland, Greenland and towns in the Canadian Arctic – to understand the ecology, the culture, and most importantly the people of remote and northern lands which are increasingly the focus of global attention. In her presentation “Meet the North: Life in the Arctic, One Introduction at a Time,” Kinglsey will take us on a journey around the top of the world with stories you won’t find in

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This stunning photograph showcases Iceland ocean ice. During the Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists’ 2016 Spring Gathering May 19, Jennifer Kingsley, founder of the “Meet the North” project, will speak about her journey to the Arctic and share about the ecology, culture and people of remote and northern lands. any newspaper! With a small project team, “Meet the North” gets its direction from the people of the north. “Their ideas set our path; we listen, and we follow their lead. By meeting one person at a time, and by asking that person to introduce us to someone new, we are getting to know the Arctic community, and we are sharing our journey.” Kingsley provides regular updates at Meet the North.org. From April

2016 Nunavut: “This berg is within walking distance from town…Aside from being very beautiful, it’s a destination for ice harvesters. Iceberg meltwater makes the best tea in town”; Sept 4, 2015: “These [crowberries] are perfectly ripe, with the best balance of juice, sugar and bitterness. Eva is teaching me about what to gather from the land. She’s an Inuk from See ARCTIC page 15

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Baffin Island, Canada, she was the premier of Nunavut, and she is a language expert. I am already looking forward to visiting with her again.” Join us May 19 as Kingsley travels south to share stories and spectacular images with us, taking us beyond the headlines and into the lives of those who call the Arctic their home. For naturalists and travelers alike, it is an unexpected Arctic which Kinglsey will share. Spring Gathering 2016 begins at 5:30 p.m. with a reception and chance to share a drink and chat and bid in the silent auction to benefit

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1004198 ...127 LAKE LA ....................$122,500 .........MOBIL 948405 .....554 WEEDMARK RD ........$139,000 .........2STOREY 989023 .....358 KITLEY LINE 8 RD .....$149,900 .........1HLFSTY 1006648 ...337 HIGHWAY 15 HY ........$154,900 .........1HLFSTY 1004603 ...5 BAYVIEW CR .................$187,900 .........BUNGLOW 987484 .....4188 43 HY ......................$209,900 .........BUNGLOW 965308 .....890 CHRISTIE LAKE RD ...$219,000 .........SPLIT 985760 .....591 COUNTY 7 RD ...........$222,900 .........BUNGLOW 1006310 ....59 POONAMALIE RD ........$229,900 .........BUNGLOW 987801 .....45 LAKE ELOIDA RD ........$249,900 .........BUNGLOW 980812 .....126 CODE RD ..................$289,000 .........BUNGLOW 980031 .....2777 ROSEDALE RD ........$299,000 .........1HLFSTY 1003456 ...55 OLD HIGHWAY 15 .......$299,900 .........BUNGLOW 899885 .....35 WILLS RD ....................$329,900 .........BUNGLOW 987656 .....5973 HWY 43 RD .............$329,900 .........1HLFSTY 988201 .....6 SUNSET DR ..................$339,500 .........BUNGLOW 989041 .....701 WILLIAM CAMPBELL RD $349,900 .........BUNGLOW

LAND

1003941 ...7 DAVIS DR ................................................$35,000 974545 .....10651 BROOKS RD ....................................$49,900 1002053 ...0 PEARL ST ...............................................$135,000 1003144 ...0 PERCY ST ...............................................$175,000 974615 .....2248 BUSH RD ..........................................$199,000 904185 .....00 HARRIS ST ............................................$299,000

Francine Rever*** 613-285-7274

LEGEND: BROKER OF RECORD* BROKER** SALES REPRESENTATIVE***

Nan Bell** 613-285-7727

Josee Biggs** 613-797-9592

OPEN HOUSE SAT MAY 7, 1-2PM 40 Thomas St. $147,500 MLS® 974991 Nan Bell

WATERFRONT

983773 .....133 LAKE LA (water access) $49,900 ...........MOBIL 1007024 ....114 QUEEN ST .................$289,900 .........1HLFSTY 945523 .....5 O7A RD .........................$525,000 .........BUNGLOW 969818 ......21 RIDEAU FERRY RD ......$569,900 .........1HLFSTY I974092 ....360 SUNSET DR ..............$699,900 .........2STOREY 1002303 ...20 R8A RD .......................$789,000 .........2STOREY 964382 .....36 R14 RD .......................$895,000 .........BUNGLOW 1004784 ...10 R10 OLD KINGSTON RD ..$1,700,000 ......BUNGLOW

COMMERCIAL

975370 .....80 LITTLE BRIDGE ST ............................ 12/SF 980615 .....80 LITTLE BRIDGE ST Unit#B ................ 12/SF 980623 .....83 LITTLE BRIDGE ST Unit#12 ............... 13/SF 980620 .....83 LITTLE BRIDGE ST Unit#104 ............. $205,000 1001077 ...27 BECKWITH ST N ............................... $269,900 980622 .....83 LITTLE BRIDGE ST Unit#10 ............... $375,000 976398 .....23 BECKWITH ST N ................................ $475,000 984692 .....478 ALBERT ST ...................................... $1,950,000 944303 .....141 PETER ST ....................................... $4,750,000

MULTI-FAMILY 967857 .....130 ELMSLEY ST N .........$159,900 DUPUD 1005495 ...15 MILL ST PERTH ..........$219,000 TRIPLEX 980654 .....12-14 QUEEN ST .............$219,500 FOURPLEX 1004317 ...50 BROCK ST. PERTH ......$389,000 FOURPLEX

Jenn O’Brien*** 613-227-4126

Pierre Vadnais*** 613-869-6037

James Benda*** 613-283-7000

613.253.2121

*Sales Representative

Peter Adamovits* 613.866.9999

Marilynne Ball* 613.250.8016

Paul Schnittker* 613.256.7285

Stephanie Mols* Scott Somerville* Paul Butcher* 613.390.2450 613.898.8597 613.812.5510

***Broker of Record

Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 18 - Thursday, May 5, 2016

Laura Keller* Ralph Shaw, CIP*** 613.558.7253 613.253.2121 x111


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JOHN JONKMAN***

613-264-9481

613-561-6464

154 FALLBROOKE ROAD NEAR LANARK

0 BLACK LAKE

NEW LISTING

REBECCA WISSLER**

Amazing 21 Acre property with 164’ of water frontage on Black Lake. Approx 1290’ of road frontage along Black Lake Rd. $219,900. Call Sheri D’Aoust 613-812-9344

237 BOVA ROAD, BENNETT LAKE

JENNIFER GLAZIER*

DEMI THOMPSON*

613-812-8114

613-264-4330

THE MEADOWS PERTH THE

NEW PRICE

RIDEAU

613-464-1000

1,600 sq. ft. 2 bd, 2 bth bungalow w/ basement walkout. Extraordinary home steps to Clyde Rr overlooking gorgeous ravine! 6+ bd/3 bth for lrg family, home ICF construction, NG heat, A/C, dbl att. garage biz, investigate B&B or rental options! Mn flr $429,900 Granny-suite+finished w/o basement! $219,000

MABERLY ELPHIN RD

JEAN SHARPE*

613-464-0008

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY Commercial with residential unit, beautiful brick 2 sty building. Unique opportunity to work and live in one location. $199,500

BIG RIDEAU LAKE

WATSON’S CORNERS WATERFRONT

PAUL GORDON*

613-390-2281

SHERI D’AOUST**

613-812-9344

OPEN HOUSES 136 SHEPPARD AVE, PERTH

SMITHS FALLS Open concept 2 sty, 3 bd, 2 bth on approx. 8 private acres, 15 mins to Perth, close to Christie and Crosby Lake. Garage & sep cabin on property. $219,000

WATERFRONT

NEW LISTING

RANDY CAVANAGH*

NEAR PERTH

under construction,

LOWER RIDEAU LAKE

SHEILA BIRCH*

613-390-1604

INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN REAL ESTATE OR CHANGE OF LOCATION? CONTACT JOHN JONKMAN FOR DETAILS ON BECOMING A SUCCESSFUL SALES REPRESENTATIVE IN BEAUTIFUL HERITAGE PERTH 613-561-6464

MON – FRI 11:00 – 1:00 PM THE SILVER MAPLE MODEL – Being Built, 2+1 bd, 2 bth open concept bungalow w/fireplace, W/I closet, L/L in-slab radiant flr heat. Att dbl. garage & paved drive. $429,900 Host: Sheila Birch 613-390-1604

OPEN HOUSES 133 SHEPPARD AVE, PERTH

WATERFRONT

EXCLUSIVE

3 bd cottage in good condition with Bunkie. Great views from decks and docks. Buy now to enjoy your summer! $319,900 Call Paul Gordon 612-390-2281

Spacious, bright 2 bd, 1 bth mobile home on leased land in Port Elmsley Park only mins to Perth & Smiths Falls, a great spot to retire & enjoy water access. $125,900.

Lovingly maintained bungalow on pretty ½ acre treed lot! Neat&tidy w/excellent upgrades - new metal roof&propane furnace (13), newer windows & freshly painted throughout! Lg LL family rm & den/ 4th bed. Det 24x14 ft gar! $179,900

512 BATHURST 5TH CON

BIG RIDEAU LAKE

CLOSE TO PERTH

SAT MAY 7TH 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Your opportunity to own 12.3 acres (most of the 4 Bed 2.5 baths, 1 level living Something for all SUN MAY 8TH 12:00 - 4:00 PM island) on the Big Rideau. Small cabin property to the family, Swimmable Waterfront, 6 stall Barn, use while you plan your new retreat. Easy access Newly constructed 1,650 sq ft – 3 bd, 2 bth bungalow, large deck, dbl att gar. $499,900 approx 20 acres meadows and trails. $575,000 from Portland or Narrows Lock. Hosts: Sheila 613-390-1604 or Randy 613-464-1000

PERTH

NEAR PERTH

OPEN HOUSE 391 PORCUPINE WAY, PATTERSON LAKE WATERFRONT

WATERFRONT

NEW LISTING

3+1 bd, 1 bth charming bungalow, L/L family room, with many upgrades, set on gorgeous landscaped 1 acre property. Great for starters or retirees. $224,900. Call Sheri D’Aoust 613-812-9344

1003 CARSON TRAIL PALMERSTON LAKE

Look no further! 3 bed 2 bath home on the Big Well built side-split - 4 bd, 2 bth on 1.1 landscaped Rideau ,open concept. Fantastic water, storage acres in exclusive Acheson Acres. Expansive deck, for toys, good rd access, walkout basement, lrg private yard, 2 car gar...all close to golfing, totally turn key. $699,000 lakes & shopping. $299,000

UPPER RIDEAU LAKE

WATERFRONT

ALTHORPE ROAD

3 bd, 2 bth split level home with new kitchen, ceramic throughout, attached garage. Close to schools, amenities and hospital. $264,900

3+ bd, bth family home on 1+acre w/368’ frontage. Master w/ensuite, Private deck, above ground pool. Finished lower level. Mins to Perth. Deeded water access to Tay River. $279,900

SAT MAY 7TH 12:00 – 1:00 PM Come view this great property with beautiful A-frame 2 sty, 3 bd, 3 bth home w/finished walkout basement & lrg deck, set on well treed 1.96 acres lot. $359,900 Host: Sheri D’Aoust 612-812-9344

DELTA

THE MEADOWS OF PERTH

OPEN HOUSE 437 MILLER DRIVE, DRUMMOND CENTRE

WATERFRONT

TO BE BUILT - 2 Beautiful 4 bd, SAT MAY 7TH brick heritage 1:00 – 2:30 PM bd, 2 bth 1,596 home on large 3 bd, 1 bth sq. ft. bungalow lot in Delta. This raised ranch w/ attached home is in the bungalow garage, front & process of being set back 4 bd, 3 bth, beauty set on 1.89 private acres with 6 bd, 4 bth bungalow with loads of space for Charming Scandinavian scribe log home offers back covered renovated and on 1.67 acres. Finished lower level w/ 810’ w/f. Spacious w/Vermont castings fireplace, family, friends, storage galore, workshop, lrg deck privacy & serenity, gorgeous treed 4 acre lot, porches. Open concept living… come see our needs someone with a vision to complete. $219,900 Host: Jean Sharpe walkout. grand L/L family rm, att. gar., aluminum & cedar & patio areas, att. dbl gar...all on private w/f with nr Perth/Westport-close to many lakes…nature $225,000 design. $419,900 613-464-0008 dock. $579,900 Call Sheri D’Aoust 613-812-9344 great swimming. $549,900 lover’s paradise! $259,900

NEW LISTING

PERTHMORE Immaculate 3 bd/3 bth home on gorgeous 50x154 ft. lot w/big grassy fenced-in back yard! Sun-filled liv/dining w/hwd & bay window, custom kitchen, mstr w/bay window & ensuite, finished L/L. $285,000

OTTY LAKE

PERTH CONDOMINIUM WATERFRONT

OPEN HOUSE 140 SHEPPARD AVE, PERTH

NEAR PERTH

OPEN HOUSE 943 CON 9A DALHOUSIE, MCDONALD’S CORNERS

2 bed spacious 3rd floor apartment close to all amenities. Cherry h/wood, sep laundry 2 bd spacious cottage with recent upgrades and THURSDAY & FRIDAYS 2-4PM Spectacular country home in mint condition on SUN MAY 8TH 12:00 – 1:00 PM & storage, The 1514 sq. ft. Drummond model – on town services is near completion & features 3+acres just mins from Perth. Expansive ‘home 3+ bd, 4 bth well cared for brick home w/built-in appliances, excellent western sunset views from multi-level Elevator. Heat & water inc. in condo fee. 9’ ceilings, a flex room & Brampton Vicace stone. 50x125’ lot. Backyard boasts office’ space inc boardroom in loft. 3 patios & ample storage, L/L family rm, set on private treed 6.46 acre decking. Has septic system. $244,900 privacy & great views. $490,900. Host: Randy 613-464-1000 and Jean 613-390-0008 3 season veranda. $534,000 lot. $249,900 Host: Sheri D’Aoust 613-812-9344 $219,000

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ALMONTE

Calling the hobbyist! This jazzy 3+1 bedroom Neilcorp home offers plenty of space for those who love to entertain or the growing family. Stunning granite kitchen is the heart of this home. Cosy main floor family room w/gas ffpl. Luminous throughout, fully finished lower level w/walkout basement. Single detached garage w/driveway.

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OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY MAY 7 1-2PM 34 Elm St Smiths Falls

$179,000 This is a sweet, well loved home on a small lot with little maintenance. Perfect for a small family, retired couple or single person. Beautiful quality laminate floors in the main living area, dining room and hallway. Large kitchen space with newer appliances and a lovely three season room off the back. Cozy front porch is as sweet as can be. Double driveway, detached garage, newer roof, furnace and hot water tank. Quiet neighbourhood within walking distance to shopping and groceries

Cathie McCabe 613-284-6263 cathie-mccabe@coldwellbanker.ca

NEW LISTING

Sheri Mahon-Fournier* 613-812-1215

NEW LISTING

134 Poole Dr., Trillium Estates Perth

Sheri Mahon-Fournier 613-812-1215 sherisells.ca

NEW LISTING $299,900 Location location location! Lovely 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom bungalow in a very desirable neighbourhood in beautiful Perth. Great layout with a very spacious open-concept kitchen and dining area with garden doors opening onto the deck and fenced back yard, fantastic living room with fireplace, sunlit family room, spacious bedrooms, updated main bathroom, hardwood floors throughout the main level, and partially finished basement featuring a 3rd bathroom and additional rooms to be finished to your liking. Additional features include, workshop, attached garage, and natural gas forced air furnace. Wonderful community atmosphere.

Christian Allan 613-207-0834 christian-allan@coldwellbanker.ca Norene Allan 613-812-0407 norene-allan@coldwellbanker.ca

GORGEOUS RENO! $399,900 Just a few minutes walk to centre of town. This solid, red brick, 3 bedroom home has been tastefully renovated and decorated with quality, top to bottom. A family home or home for couples who love to be downtown & entertain. Rich new kitchen with granite counters & peninsula, a perfect breakfast bar & gathering spot for sipping wine. Family room with cozy gas stove off the kitchen & doors to BBQ patio & totally fenced backyard. 17 foot dinner-party sized dining room, spacious living room with reading/office nook main floor powder room. Nice sized bedrooms, handy 2nd level laundry, gorgeous tiled bath with soaker tub, walkin shower, separate water closet & toasty warm floors. All the character of an older home with high ceilings, wide trim, super sized windows, ceiling mouldings, etc.

Barbara Shepherd 613-326-1361 barbara-shepherd@coldwellbanker.ca

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Joanne Bennell* 613-812-0505

Barbara Shepherd* 613-326-1361

Christian Allan* 613-207-0834

Oral Pretty* 613-264-0123

Julia Scotland** 613-390-0401

S

27 Ross St Smiths Falls

$319,000 Beautifully updated 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, brick home in the heart of downtown heritage Perth. The main floor features hardwood floors throughout, a phenomenal kitchen with granite topped island & counters, gorgeous backsplash, and built-in stainless steel appliances. Open-concept family room with woodstove & spacious dining room. Living room with gas fireplace. Main floor powder room. Upper level provides ample space for a family or guests with spacious master with gas fireplace, three additional bedrooms, and a gorgeous bathroom showcasing a walk-in glass shower, soaker tub, double vanity, and sleek laundry space. Additional features include walk-up attic, wrap-around verandah, and detached garage.

Christian Allan 613-207-0834 christian-allan@coldwellbanker.ca Norene Allan 613-812-0407 norene-allan@coldwellbanker.ca

MABERLY VILLAGE PERTH

314 Elphin-Maberly Rd

$239,000 Immaculately well-maintained home convenient to shopping and schools. This four bedroom, two bath home is in move-in condition with plenty of natural light throughout. All rooms on both levels are bright and spacious. Eat-in kitchen has a large amount of cabinetry and counter space. Patio door in dining room leads to rear deck and backyard. Big living room with new picture window. Two full baths, one on each level. Lower level features a large family room, two additional bedrooms and laundry/utility area. Lots of closet space with organizers. All bedrooms have cable hookup to accommodate computer and television. Upgrades include full kitchen makeover, new patio door and windows on the main level. Paved double driveway and storage shed. MLS# 100663

$69,900 You can’t afford NOT to consider this three bedroom home in the quaint hamlet of Maberly. The size will surprise you! Good sized living room, separate dining room, and room in the kitchen for a small table & chair set. 4 piece bath has been updated and there is a nice little screened front porch to enjoy the evenings mosquito free. Off the kitchen, there is a good area to store your recycling and garbage containers. 10’ x 18’ shed is ideal for garden tools, etc. Shingles replaced 4 years ago, oil tank and chimney in 2011. Only 20 minutes to Perth! www.realtor.ca MLS# 1002903

BOB FERGUSON 613-812-8871 bobferg@superaje.com

Sheri Mahon-Fournier 613-812-1215 sherisells.ca

NEW LISTING 111 Smith Dr

$259,900 Walk 2 minutes to Farmer’s Market, theatre, restaurants, library, shops, parks, etc. Perfect location in the heart of Perth across from the Tay River Basin. Join in the downtown bustle and explore or relax in the calm of your private courtyard backyard. Traditional old fashioned charms with today’s conveniences. Low maintenance and no grass to cut - lovely easy care perennials and vegetable garden ready to go for the gardener. Insulated, drywalled double car garage with double paved driveway and storage shed. Centre hall plan, 3 spacious bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Huge dining room for gatherings, cozy gas fireplace in living room, new fresh white kitchen with breakfast island, laundry and powder room on main level. Light and bright, tons of natural light. Plus, it’s efficient to operate!

Barbara Shepherd 613-326-1361 barbara-shepherd@coldwellbanker.ca

33 Basswood Cres

$399,900 Prestigious McAdoo Construction custom home built in 2007. This stone and stucco sided bungalow has all the quality features you would expect in a McAdoo home. Approximately 1400 square feet on the main floor and an additional 600 square feet of finished living space in the lower level. This home features 3+1 bedrooms, 3 full baths, bamboo floors, beautiful master bedroom suite, central air, radiant heat in the lower level plus efficient natural gas forced air furnace. Open main floor, kitchen with granite countertops, gas fireplace in living room and dining room overlooking the backyard which features a screened porch, interlocking brick work and a 20x12 foot salt water in-ground pool. Family room, fourth bedroom, office, full bath and large storage and shop area all on the lower level

$369,900 Beautiful Basswood Estates - Home to many of the Rideau Lakes area executive level homes, including this customized gem nestled amongst pretty perennial beds and pathways. One-level living at it’s best, this home features slab-on-grade construction with radiant in-floor heating, ceramic tile throughout, lofty ceilings, Palladian windows, and garden doors opening onto a private patio. A view from every room, large windows stream natural light, and add to the comfortable, open-concept atmosphere. Create in the gorgeous kitchen, attached workshop, or putter the day away in the potting shed. Truly superb!

Christian Allan 613-207-0834 christian-allan@coldwellbanker.ca Norene Allan 613-812-0407 norene-allan@coldwellbanker.ca

Paul Martin 613-264-0123

CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN PERTH 23 Drummond St E

Paul Martin*** 613-264-0123

Sheri Mahon-Fournier 613-812-1215 sherisells.ca

NEW LISTING 8 North St Perth

Drea Scotland* 613-390-2373

Riverside Condo Perth

NEW LISTING

Sheri Mahon-Fournier 613-812-1215 • sherisells.ca

Cathie McCabe* 613-284-6263

$209,500 Impressive condominium nestled on the banks of the Tay River just a short walk to downtown, Conlon Farm Recreational Complex and the Perth Golf course. Attractive landscaped grounds, interlocking brick walkway, paved and lighted parking. Front entrance is secured and has intercom system. Open concept living/dining area with new patio door and windows. Spacious master bedroom with walk-in closet. Gorgeous oversized bathroom with whirlpool tub. Bright efficient kitchen with lots of counter and cupboard space and room for a table. Good sized laundry/utility room. condo fees $430 per month. Immediate move-in condition for maintenance free living. www.realtor.ca MLS#1008935

Cathie McCabe 613-284-6263 cathie-mccabe@coldwellbanker.ca

Elgin

$89,000 This century home in the quaint village of Elgin has a lot of character and charm. Main level consists of a good sized living room, dining room with French doors (could be a main floor bedroom), good sized eat-in kitchen with newer cushion flooring, decent number of cupboards & counter space, window and light over double stainless steel sink. Kitchen leads to a large back hall with a sunken office/den area, 3 piece bathroom and then leads to an attached workshop with exterior access. The upper level has a large 4 piece bath, 3 bedrooms, each with closets, and a large hall storage area. The backyard is lovely with plenty of room to garden. Oversized single detached garage has a new door and the driveway is paved. All windows have been upgraded and the oil tank was new in 2012. www.realtor.ca MLS# 1004872

Norene Allan* 613-812-0407

NEW LISTING

$210,000 Bright bungalow in a quiet neighbourhood close to schools. Pride of ownership is evident on this street of well kept homes. Glistening hardwood floors on the main level with 3 bedrooms and a full bath. A few steps down to the lower level with a bright family room, half bath, laundry, access to the attached garage & walk-out to the backyard. Newer roof, windows, counters and deck. Just move in and make it your own! .

BOB FERGUSON 613-812-8871 bobferg@superaje.com

TAY BASIN PERTH 37 Gore St W

D L O

Maple Glen Estates

$262,000 Privacy on a well treed 3 acre lot in Maple Glen Estates with access to Otty Lake and just minutes to Perth. A 3+2 bedroom bungalow with 1-1/2 baths, a large, bright, lower level family room, patio door off the eat-in kitchen to side deck, single attached garage. There is some finishing work required to turn this into the house of your dreams but you start with a solid foundation, dry basement and recently pumped septic tank in great condition. Maple Glen Estates is the closest subdivision to Perth which offers access to the North Shore of Otty Lake without the waterfront tax burden. Move in immediately. MLS# 1007817

NEW LISTING 2 Ridgeview Place Perth

Bob Ferguson* 613-812-8871

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

$334,900 Super family oriented and only a few short minutes to Perth. This 3+ bedroom, R2000 bungalow is spacious & provides everything on one level. Eat-in kitchen has pine cabinets & bayed eating area overlooking the wooded rear yard. Formal dining & living room areas have updated flooring. Cut stone fireplace highlights the cozy family room. Mud/laundry room has access in from garage & powder room has been recently updated. 3 good sized bedrooms & main bath with air jet tub & separate shower. Lots of finished living space in the walk-out lower level including family room, office, exercise room, another laundry area, new 3 piece bath, large bedroom & utility/storage area. Great lot, paved circle driveway. Newer detached building houses an insulated private office area & great workshop space. www.realtor.ca MLS# 1007146

Andrew Rivington* 613-812-3280

8 Sinclair St

$246,900 Meticulously kept bungalow in perfect location - quiet part of town and easy walk to all of Perths wonderful downtown amenities - theatre, restaurants, unique shops. beautifully renovated in the last year - two bedrooms,stunning, light filled main floor solarium/family room overlooking the backyard, lovely layout with spacious & bright living room, good sized master and dining room. renos include crisp white kitchen with laundry closet,totally new bath with easy clean moulded tub/shower and modern granite vanity, newer interior doors, roof, lighting, fresh paint, etc. sleek hardwood floors in main living areas, 26 ft cedar deck to relax and enjoy summer barbeques. private backyard with shed and gazebo. space for garage. efficient to operate-hydro $97.00;gas - $109 dec./15 incl hwt rental

Barbara Shepherd 613-326-1361 barbara-shepherd@coldwellbanker.ca

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2878 County Rd 43 #6

613-283-2121

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SATURDAY MAY 7 10:30AM-11:30AM

19 JOHNSTON ST $178,000

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1080 BOURNE RD $349,900

OPEN HOUSE

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

15 MERRICK ST $159,900

NEW LISTING

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ROB GARVIN*

4 L PEARL ST $94,900

www.lisaritskes.com*

ANNA KOWALEWSKI*

NEW PRICE

www.wendyhilliersells.ca**

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ROB GARVIN*

NEW LISTING

www.rcrhomes.ca/1008231 JOHN GRAY**

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www.lisaritskes.com* NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

140 BROCKVILLE ST $219,500

46 R10 $729,900

NEW LISTING

5 BAACHUS ISLAND RD. SOUTH ELMSLEY $449,000 MLS 1008231

MLS# 1008837

BIG RIDEAU LAKE

ROB GARVIN*

NEW LISTING

JENNIFER McCLEERY

SATURDAY MAY 7 1:00PM-2:00PM 114 BECKWITH ST N $309,900

26 SALMON SIDE RD #206 $84,900

ROB GARVIN*

JOHN GRAY**

OPEN HOUSE

198 GOLF CLUB ROAD $239,900

WATER FRONT

103 STONEDGE LANE $539,900

JACALYN GRIMES**

www.lisaritskes.com*

NEW PRICE

NEW PRICE

15 DEAN ST $226,900

78 GOLF CLUB RD $289,900

NEW LISTING

17 ABERDEEN ST $179,900

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

53 ALFRED ST $165,000

BUTCH WEBSTER* HOST: LAURIE WEBSTER*

NEW LISTING

CAROL BARBER**

NEW LISTING

929 TOWNLINE RD $249,900

MLS# 1004522

20 DEAN ST. SMITHS FALLS $99,900 MLS 1008201 1271 GRANTS CREEK RD., STANLEYVILLE $159,900 MLS # 1006337 www.rcrhomes.ca/1008201

63 MARSHA DR. $217,500

MLS# 976329

SATURDAY MAY 7 12:00PM-1:00PM

SATURDAY MAY 7 11:30AM-12:30PM

www.wendyhilliersells.ca**

ROB GARVIN*

NEW LISTING

OPEN HOUSE

MLS #1006271 BUTCH WEBSTER* HOST: LAURIE WEBSTER*

373 Upper Perth Road $359,900

JACALYN GRIMES**

NEW LISTING

SATURDAY MAY 7 11:00AM-1:00PM

SUNDAY MAY 8 11:00AM-12:30PM

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This is a beautiful side split 4 bed, 3 bath, hardwood throughout fireplace in family room and stove in basement inside storage for wood for the whole winter. The open concept kitchen, dining, with family room just down the steps, with bath and two beds down, master and additional bedroom up, very large garage on 17 acre lot. MLS#988441

1020 Whitmore Road SE, Toledo, ON $425,000

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5612 Kavanagh Road, Brockville ON $529,900

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The topic of foreign ownership in Canada’s housing markets continues to gain in importance and attention. In line with its commitment to sharing insightful information as it becomes available, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) released its latest Housing Market Insights (HMI) report on this recently. The report looks at the share of foreign ownership by the age of structure and is meant to be read in tandem with CMHC’s fall 2015 HMI report on Foreign Ownership. Findings reveal that share of foreign ownership is most prominent in new condominium apartment structures in Toronto and to a lesser extent in the Vancouver Census Metropolitan Areas (CMAs). The share of foreign ownership is most prominent in the newer structures in Toronto Centre. “The really interesting thing about this report is

COS investors. Highlights of the report include: • Results are very stable over surveys. • Nearly one-half of COS investors purchased their last secondary unit for rental income. • About 60 per cent plan to hold onto their last purchases unit for more than five years versus eight per cent planning to sell their unit in less than two years. • Nearly three-quarters have only one unit and roughly 90 per cent do not plan on buying new units in year following the survey. • Fifty-six per cent expect their units to appreciate, 35 per cent do not expect a significant change and five per cent anticipate a decrease in value. • The share of COS investors with a mortgage on their last purchased unit (at the time of the survey) stood at 53 per cent. This is slightly below the share

the insight it provides into foreign ownership of condominiums in Canada by age of structure,” stated Bob Dugan, CMHC chief economist. “For example, in the downtown core of Toronto, we know that, in buildings completed since 2010, about 10 per cent of those units are owned by foreign buyers. This compares to about 2.3 per cent for units completed during the 1990s. This represented another piece in the puzzle of foreign investment in Canada. It remains a top priority for CMHC to continue to get more information on foreign investment in Canada’s housing market.” In the Toronto CMA, the share of foreign ownership is less than two per cent for buildings completed before 1990 and seven per cent for newer constructions completed since 2010. This effect is even more pronounced in Toronto Centre, where about 10 per cent of the newer stock

reported for all home owners (59 per cent) in Statistics Canada’s 2011 National Household Survey. • The surveys of Toronto and Vancouver produced similar results. However, a larger share of respondents in Toronto expect the value of their units to increase than in Vancouver, but the gap is closing. COS investors, as defined by CMHC, exclude households that own only one condominium unit in which they reside, as well as households that own a secondary unit but rent their primary residence. As Canada’s authority on housing, CMHC contributes to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provides support for Canadians in housing need, and offers objective housing research and information to Canadian governments, consumers and the housing industry. Source: CMHC

is owned by foreigners. In the Vancouver CMA, foreign buyers’ share rises from less than two per cent for properties built before 1990 to about six per cent for those completed since 2010. At this time, no existing tool can provide a definitive measure of the level of foreign investment in Canada’s housing markets. That said, CMHC regularly engages in discussions internally, as well as with industry experts, as part of its continued efforts to develop a program of work that would better capture data on foreign buyers. As Canada’s authority on housing, CMHC contributes to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provides support for Canadians in housing need, and offers objective housing research and information to Canadian governments, consumers and the housing industry. Source: CMHC

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The Smiths Falls Station Theatre’s workshop on “Scene Study for Stage and Screen” is in full swing. Twelve young people aged 13 to 18, with a serious interest in drama, have been coming out on Saturday afternoons to take instruction from Allison Graham, drama teacher and actor. In these photos, taken at a recent workshop, students are learning techniques of on-camera auditioning and practicing reading scripts for a try out.

Mother’s Day Brunch to benefit Interval House May 8 Mother’s Day…The day we treat our mom’s with extra special care. LOVE – Local Ottawa Valley Events decided it would be a great idea to host a Mother’s Day Brunch in support of Lanark County Interval House (LCIH). LCIH community outreach includes a public education program and women, child and youth services for those who require help. Visit www.lcih.org for more information.

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Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5: The Musical romps into Studio Theatre June 2 Workin’ nine to five, what a way to make a livin’, Barely gettin’ by, it’s all takin’ and no givin’. They just use your mind, and they never give you credit, It’s enough to drive you crazy if you let it! Who can believe it’s been 36 years since those words and that music burst onto North American movie screens? And who didn’t get swept up in the story of three friends who go to war with their chauvinistic, dim-witted boss? The movie struck a chord with everyone who saw it. On June 2, the Broadway musical version of 9 to 5 will strike a chord all over again, right here in Perth. “I’m crazy-thrilled about being able to bring 9 To 5: The Musical to Perth!” says C. Lee Bates, the gifted director who has perennially capped off the Studio Theatre’s season of plays with musicals like Little Women: The Musical and The Drowsy Chaperone. “The Broadway show was written by Patricia Resnick – who also wrote the movie – and of course the music is by the great Dolly Parton”, says C. Lee. “There are rhythmic and key changes in almost every song, with musical styles from country and pop to gospel and funk. If you loved the movie, you’ll be wild about the musical!”

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9 to 5: The Musical in rehearsal: Left to right, Jeff Kohl boss under threat by Judy (Lauren Bailey) in her fanplays Frank Hart, the big bad boss, while Violet (Lind- tasy-come-to-life. The show premieres June 2 at the say Rewi) and Doralee (Cait Morton) enjoy seeing the Studio Theatre in Perth for eight performances. When 9 To 5: The Musical opened on Broadway it received a record 15 Drama Desk and four Tony Award nominations. While it’s very much a

light-hearted comedy, the subtext of message palatable, but still hard-hitgender inequality is still relevant to- ting. day. Like the movie, it uses humour With 17 cast members and a full and satire to make a powerful social 10-piece orchestra, C. Lee Bates says

this show is one of the most ambitious ever mounted by Studio Theatre Productions. “We have four leads, two featured performers, and an 11-member ensemble, all incredibly talented and experienced musical theatre performers. And what’s a musical without great music? We’re thrilled to have an orchestra of 10 professional musicians, assembled by Mark Bailey and led by conductor Alexandra Guerin.” Other production credits go to Jane Stott, producer; Leah Williams, vocal director; and choreographer/ performer Courtney Mason. The set is designed by C. Lee Bates and Reiner Silberhorn, and brought to life by a gifted team of builders, painters and scenic designers. Don’t miss this super-energized, terrifically entertaining show when it premieres at the Studio Theatre, 63 Gore Street East, on Thursday, June 2 for eight performances only. Advance tickets are $25 (cash) at The Book Nook, 60 Gore St. E., and at Tickets Please (ticketsplease.ca) and Shadowfax (shadowfax.on.ca) both of which accept credit cards and charge a convenience fee. Tickets are $27 at the door; students with ID pay just $10 at the door. Attend opening night and save $5! Visit studiotheatreperth.com for details. Submitted by Paul Joyce for the Studio Theatre

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Regional Round-Up Almonte Fairboard Spring Dance. Saturday, May 14, NLAS Agricultural. Band starts 8 p.m. Tickets: Debbie Brydges 613-256-3879, Almonte Fairboard members or Carlson Wagonlit Travel, 205 Franktown Road, Carleton Place. www.almontefair.ca Annual Junior Civitan Mother’s Day Breakfast, May 8 at Civitan Hall, 8-11 am. Pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, toast. Art in the Attic annual show and sale, Almonte Old Town Hall, May 6 7-9 pm, May 7 10-7 pm, May 8 10-4 pm. Opening night fashion show, guest artists. Euchre 4 hand, May 5th, @7:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Town & Country Tenants Assoc, 375 Country St. Light lunch. Contact Norma 613-256-4179. Hub Hospice Palliative Care, Introduces Good Grief, Led by: Barbara Carroll, PHD, 3rd Monday each month, May 16, 10:30-noon, Parish House, 70 Clyde St. 613-883-6646 barbaracarroll@rogers.com Mills’ Home Support, Almonte. General Diners Lunch, Tuesday, May 10, at the Mills Office, 67 Industrial Dr. Transportation. Please call Home Support 613-256-4700 Mills’ Home Support, Almonte. Lunch Bunch, Thursday, May 5, 12 p.m at the Mills Community Support Building, 67 Industrial Dr. Call Home Support 613-256-4700. Mills’ Home Support, Almonte. Lunch Bunch, Thursday, May 19, 12 p.m at the Mills Community Support Building, 67 Industrial Dr. Entertainment: Dynamic Duo. Call Home Support 613-256-4700. Mills’ Home Support, Almonte. Music & Memories, Tuesday, May 17, in the Mills Community Room, 67 Industrial Dr. Entertainment: Ruth Hammond. Call 613-256-4700 or Jean Perry 257-3296 Mills’ Home Support, Almonte transportation every Monday to Aqua Arthritis session Carleton Place Pool. 11:15am. Call Home Support 613-256-4700 Mills’ Home Support, Almonte. Wednesday Night Cafe, Wednesday, May 11 at the Mills Office. Transportation. Entertainment “Ray Brisson & Friends”. Please call Home Support 613-256-4700 Mills’ Home Support, Almonte-Kanata Theatre & supper out. Friday May 20, comedy “Calendar Girls”. Call Home Support 613-2564700 to reserve your seat on the bus. Mills’ Home Support, Almonte/Pakenham Tulip Festival & lunch out. Wednesday May 18, Call Home Support 613-256-4700 to reserve your seat on the bus. Mills’ Seniors Services, Weekly Foot Care Clinics, Alison Kaczan RPN provides care, at the Mills’ Seniors Services Office, 67 Industrial Drive. Call 613-256-4700 for appointment. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Mondays, May 2, 9, 16, Holy Name of Mary School, 9:00 a.m.-1p.m. 613-283-0095 Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays, May 5, 12, 19, Holy Name of Mary School, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, May 3, 10, 17, Naismith School, 9:00 a.m.-noon. 613-283-0095 Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, May 3, 10, 17, Holy Name of Mary School, 6-7:30 p.m. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, May 4, 11, 18. Holy Name of Mary School, 9:00a.m.-1:00p.m. 613-2830095.

Any community organization based in our circulation area wishing to list an event of community interest is invited to submit a description of 25 words or less in writing. Admissions or event costs, will not be included. Deadline is Monday at 4:30 p.m. prior to publication date. This service is provided free of charge. Events will be listed no more than two weeks in advance. Write, Metroland Media, Attn: Regional Roundup, P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, Ont. K7A 4T1, or fax at 613-283-5909 or e-mail: jmichaelis@theemc.ca OR cheryl.code@metroland.com. Items will be edited as necessary. Please include name, address and phone number.

Annual Heritage Dinner, Fundraiser for the Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum. Thursday May 12, 6:30 pm at Brunton Hall, 1702, 9th Line Beckwith. Speaker Reeve Richard Kidd. 613-253-7013 Carleton Place & District Pink Ladies Breast Cancer Support Group meet the third Thursday in the month from 2.00-4.00 p.m. Further info. Anne 613-253-0450. Community Home Support- Footcare Clinics on Tues & Thurs. For Appt. 613-2530733. Community Home Support Friday Lunch Bunch, every Friday (May 6, 13, 20, 27) at Beckwith Township Hall, at 12 noon. Transportation available. Info/reservation: 613-253-0733. Debtors Anonymous. If you are having problems with money or debt then we can help. 6:30 Tuesdays, St. James Hall, Bell and Edmund Street. 613-216-9008. Euchre, every 2nd, 3rd and 4th Monday of the month. 7:30 p.m. Legion. Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary. Bring your friends. Lunch/prizes. 613253-6375. Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Thursday, 1-3 p.m. 30 Bennett Street. Info: 613-257-2779 ext 104 (or ext 100). Lanark Drum Circle meets at the CP Museum, May 8 (the 2nd Sunday of every month) at 1:30. Learn traditional songs and teachings. Open to all, info 613-257-1014. Beckwith Baptist Church invites you to join us Sunday mornings at our new service time of 10:00am. Sunday School and Nursery available. www.beckwithbaptistchurch.ca Learn to Country Two-Step dance, 4 weeks session, starting Sunday, May 15, 6:30pm. TRDS 55 Lansdowne Ave. Sign up 613-257-7700 Love that Fiddle! Tuesday, May 2 at 7 p.m. Tickets: Vivian 613-257-1575. Join Scott Woods and his band. Doors open approx. one hour prior to showtime. Proceeds in support St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. Monthly Breakfast, Carleton Place Legion, May 14. 8-10:30am. Eggs, bacon, sausage, homefries, pancakes, toast, baked beans, juice, tea,and coffee. 613-257-1727. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Mondays, May 2, 9, 16, Carambeck Community Centre, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays, May 5, 12, 19. Arena, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, May 3, 10, 17, Arena, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, May 4, 11, 18, Carambeck Community Centre, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Parents and Children’s Group every Monday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 30 Bennett Street. Info: 613-257-2779 ext 100 (or ext 101). Parent’s Lifeline of Eastern Ontario support group meets monthly on 3rd Wednesday at CP Open Doors 6:30-8:30 pm. Drop in. All are welcome Pig Roast/Hawaiian Night, Royal Canadian Legion, May 14. Food will be served at 5:30. Music: The Barking Spiders at 7:00pm. 613-257-1727. Rotary Club of Carleton Place & Mississippi Mills meet every Monday evening at 6:15 at Thirsty Moose, Mill St. (Carleton Place). Info: Louise 613-253-2602. World Labyrinth Day Walk, Carleton

Place Community Labyrinth. Saturday May 7, 1 pm. 267 Edmund Street, Carleton Place. Information 613-257-1014

KEMPTVILLE Annual Plant Sale on Saturday, May 14 from 8:30-12:00 at the Ferguson Forest Centre. Baby Talk - Ontario Early Years, A drop-in group for parents & babies 0-12mnths. Wednesdays 1:30-3:00pm, 33 Clothier St. (Sanders St. entrance) Info:1-866-433-8933 ext 2374. Baby Talk, Wednesday May 11, 1:303:00pm, Ontario Early Years Centre. Parents & babies 0-12months. 33 Clothier St. (Sanders St. entrance)1-866-433-8933 ext.2374 Touch-a-truck, Southgate Church, 1303 French Settlement Rd. Sat May 14th 8-1pm. Mega Yard Sale, Southgate Church, 1303 French Settlement Rd. Sat May 14th 8-1pm Monthly meeting: Wed. May 18 at 7:30 pm at the Pentecostal Church, 1964 County Road #43. Guest Speaker: Susan from White House Perennials Plus our Spring Flower Show. Everyone welcome. Mothers Day Brunch, Sunday, May 8, 9 am-1pm. Reservations Highly Recommended! 613-258-3737, The Branch Restaurant, 15 Clothier Street East. Fundraiser for local Salvation Army. MS Mothers Day Carnation Campaign, Carnations for sale Thur May 5 & Fri May 6. Kemptville: Scotiabank, TD, RBC, B&H Grocer, Food Basics, Post Office. All proceeds: MS Leeds-Grenville, http://facebook.com/mssocietylg South Branch Elementary School Plant & Bake Sale. May 14. Rain or Shine, 9 a.m.Noon, 2649 Concession Rd. Funds raised support educational programming and activities at South Branch. The Friends of the Ferguson Forest Centre are hosting a bird walk event in Ferguson Forest Centre (Kemptville) on Saturday, May 14, 9am-noon. Information: Monica Wallace 613258-6544.

MERRICKVILLE Friends of the Merrickville Library are having their garage sale at 217 Colborne E on Saturday May 7th as part of the Merrickville community garage sale. General Meeting, Merrickville Legion, May 10, 7 p.m. Dog’s For Dog’s BBQ + Garage Sale, May 7, 7-3pm, LCBO lot, Proceeds AChance Animal Rescue INC. Legion Horseshoes, Merrickville Legion, May 11, 7 p.m. Legion Horseshoes, Merrickville Legion, May 18, 7 p.m. Legion Open, Merrickville Legion, May 14, 12-4 p.m. Legion Open, Merrickville Legion, May 7, 12-4 p.m. Merrickville United Church Annual Book Sale 2016. 20,000+ books! Friday, May 6, 13, 20. 12-8 pm; Saturday May 7, 14, 21. 9 am-4 pm; Monday May 23, 9 am-4 pm. MS Mothers Day Carnation Campaign, Carnations for sale Thur May 5 & Fri May 6. Merrickville: RBC, The Village Bean, All proceeds: MS Leeds-Grenville, http://facebook. com/mssocietylg Music by “Hallman & Hoffman”, Merrickville Legion, May 6, 7-11 p.m. Meatloaf dinner served at 6 p.m. Music by “Watermelon Wine”, Merrickville Legion, May 13, 7-11 p.m. Pasta dinner served at 6 p.m. Rent a Space, Merrickville Public School, 306 Drummond St. E. MPS Fundraiser Yard Sale Saturday May 7. Details: Donna at dsdafoe@rogers.com Senior’s Lunch, Merrickville Legion, May 19, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

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Beatles music, Saturday, May 14, 7 p.m., St. Andrew’s United Church, Pakenham. Tickets available at the door. Call Rhonda at 613-624LANARK 5593 for further information. Pakenham Community Home Support Euchre, every Thursday, 1:00 p.m. Legion sponsors: Foot care, transportation, meals on Hall. Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary. Lunch. Prizes. wheels, Tuesday luncheons. Info/appointment Fri., May 13 at 1:30 Join us for Fun Eu- (613)624-5647. chre at the Lanark Learning Centre. 67 George PERTH Street. Please call to register 613-259-2207. Lanark Learning Centre, Friday, May 13 Blood Donor Clinic, Monday, May 9, CiviFun Euchre at 1:30pm. Lanark Learning Centre, Sunday, May tan Club Hall, Hwy 43 (Craig St) 1-7 p.m. Bridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets 15 - Book club with Helen Wilkinson at 2pm . This month’s book is “ A Nurse’s Story” by 7:00 p.m., Thursday, May 12 at Perth Civitan Club. For partnership contact Bert Picard 613Tilda Shalof Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, 267-5305. Charity Yard Sale for Community Support Thursdays, May 5, 12, 19, Maple Grove School, Services-Perth Fri. May 13, 8:30-3pm 1 Sher9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, brooke St. Old Brown Shoe Factory. Community Dinners, Saturday May 14, Wednesdays, May 4, 11, 18. Maple Grove 4:30-6pm, St. James Anglican Church, 12 HarSchool, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Sun., May 15 Lanark Leaning Centre Book vey St. (corner of Harvey & Drummond St.) Club at 2 pm. Join us at 67 George Street to Roast Pork, potatoes, vegetables, salad, rolls, desserts, coffee & tea. discuss “A Nurse’s Story” by Tilda Shalof. Community Dinners, Saturday May 7, Thursday, May 12 from 7-8 pm Massage. 4:30-6pm, St. James Anglican Church, 12 HarJoin Fred Shepherd RMT to learn about the benefits of massage and to learn some self help vey St. (corner of Harvey & Drummond St.) tips. Call Fred at 613-883-7553 for more de- Macaroni & cheese, salads, rolls, desserts, coffee & tea. tails. Community Home Support Day Hospice Wednesday, May 5 -Card Making with runs every Thursday 10-3pm, The group is for Alice Pretty at 1:30 Pre-registration required supplies included -please email or call 613-259- people with life-limiting illness. The Factory Building. Pre-register 613-267-6400. 2207.

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Community Home Support Lanark County Bereavement Support Group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month 1-3pm at 40 Sunset Blvd, Info: 613-267-6400 Jamboree, Perth Legion, Beckwith St, Saturday December 12 1-4 p.m. Harry Adrain Hosting Open Mic, 2-6pm. Everyone welcome. Jewel’s Gently Used Clothing, 48 Wilson St. W., Ladies Night Out, Thursday, May 5, 5-7 pm. Join us for great sales, draws, refreshments. Lanark County Genealogical Society Meeting, Saturday, May 7, 1:30 p.m. Drummond Centre, Community Hall, 1920 Concession 7 Road, Drummond Centre. Speaker: Kay Rogers “At Home in Tay Valley” Tay Valley’s 200th Anniversary Legacy Project. MS Mothers Day Carnation Campaign, Carnations for sale Thur May 5 & Fri May 6. Perth: Metro, Barnabes Independent Grocer, Giant Tiger, RBC, Scotiabank, LCBO, All proceeds: MS Leeds-Grenville, http://facebook.com/mssocietylg Ontario Early Years Centre infant playgroup, Thursdays May 5, 12, 19. The Dance Studio, 1-2 p.m. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Monday, May 2, 9, 16, Tayside Senior Centre, 9:30-noon. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays, May 5, 12, 19, The Dance Studio, 9:30-noon 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays May 3, 10, 17 Taycare Senior Centre, 9:30 a.m.-noon. 613-283-0095 Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, May 4, 11, 18, Perth Library, 10noon. 613-283-0095. Parents and Children’s Group, every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at St James Church (Beckwith and Harvey). Info: 613-257-2779 ext 110 (or ext 100). Perth & District Historical Society, The Society’s May 19 meeting moves to Drummond/North Elmsley Township for our fifth event in the 200th Anniversary series, 7:30pm, Drummond/North Elmsley Town Hall, 310 Port Elmsley Road, 613-264 0094 www.perthhs.org ) Perth Old Tyme Fiddler’s Dance, Classic Country Music, Perth Lions Hall, 7:30 p.m. May 13. Info: 613-259-2569 or 613-283-8703. Perth Stamp Club: Meeting at 7:30 pm. on Wednesday May 11th., McMartin House, 125 Gore St. E. For info. call Phil Warrington 613-264-0724. Quilt Show, Saturday, May 7, 10 a.m.4 p.m., St. Paul’s United Church, accessible entrance off D’Arcy St. Quilts by St. Paul’s Quilters. Lunch available 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Info: Marilyn 613-267-2688. RTA Central Club, Saturday, May 14, Rideau Trail Hike Level 2, 14 km. Moderate pace. Depart from Conlon Farm, Perth at 9:00 a.m. Leader: Jack Tannett, 613-4660417,www.rideautrail.trail.org<http://www. rideautrail.org> RTA Central Club, Saturday, May 7, Mill of Kintail Hike Level 1, 7 km. Moderate pace. Depart from Conlon Farm, Perth at 9:00 a.m. Leader: Tom Pearcey, 613-284-1294, www. rideautrail.org St. Paul’s United Church Quilters present, Quilts in the Church. Saturday, May 7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Lunch available from 11-1. 25 Gore St W. Info: Marilyn 613-267-2688. See REGIONAL page 32


May 1 to 7 is Emergency Preparedness Week across the country The first week of May is Emergency Preparedness Week across the country. The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit works with our local municipalities, counties and government agencies to help reduce the impact of emergencies and disasters on people living in our communities. We encourage everyone to be aware of their surroundings, the pos-

sible risks and consider what you can do to prepare yourself and your family including pets before an emergency occurs. It is not uncommon every year that there are seasonal extreme weather events such as winter storms that we likely can forecast, and severe summer weather that can develop quickly. These weather events can cause power outages, delays in delivery of supplies including food,

and dangerous travel conditions. It is important to have an emergency kit that can sustain your family for a minimum of 72 hours to help you through times when services may not be readily available. When creating your kit consider sufficient amounts of non-perishable food that can be prepared without cooking, a supply of bottled water, first aid kit, clothing and blankets.

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Comedy duo Key and Peele turn absurd storyline into complete hilarity MOVIE: Keanu STARRING: Jordan Peele, Keegan-Michael Key, Tiffany Haddish, Method Man, Will Forte and Luis Guzman DIRECTOR: Peter Atencio RATING: 14A Keanu is the story of what one man and his cousin are willing to do to rescue a kitten that’s been stolen by drug dealers. Seriously, that’s what Keanu is about. It’s absurd, but it totally works. We open on a church taken over by a gang using it to make and sell drugs.

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RURAL 2016 Rideau Lakes Studio and Garden Tours, July 1, 2, 3, in the Rideau Lakes district. Studios open 10-5. Tour brochures available. Info: Sherry Rogers 613-928-3041 or www. rideaulakesstudioandgardentour.com 4 hand euchre, every Friday 7 p.m. (Potluck first Friday of the month at 5:30). Montague Forget-Me-Not Seniors. Info: 613-2838482. 6 hand euchre, light lunch, every Saturday, 1 p.m. Montague & District Seniors Club, 658 Rosedale Rd S. (613)283-8482. Burritt’s in Bloom Plant Sale, Saturday May 7, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Burritt’s Rapids Community Hall. Historic perennials, special featured plants & advice. Burritt’s in Bloom Plant Sale, Saturday May 7, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Burritt’s Rapids Community Hall. Historic perennials, special featured plants, friendly gardening advice. Breakfast every morning. Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 484, 13 Quabbin Road, Mallorytown, Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Everyone Welcome. Calling all Book Lovers! The Dewey Divas and the Dudes coming Wednesday, May 11, 1-3 p.m. to the South Elmsley Community Hall. Hosted by: Friends of the Rideau Lakes Public Library. Info email: friends.rideaulakeslibrary@gmail.com Community Luncheon, Friday, May 6, 11:30 -12:30, Elgin Complex. For more information 613-272-2227 Everyone welcome. Country Music Recording Artist Freeman Daigle, played with Ray Price, Johnny Cash and many more... Royal Canadian Legion Br#542, Westport Sunday, May 15th, 3-6 pm, light luncheon 613-273-3615.

In walk two obviously dangerous individuals who begin shooting everyone. It’s a stunning action scene akin to something out of The Matrix or Hard Boiled. In the midst of it all is a small kitten who escapes the carnage. Looking for a home the kitten finds himself on the doorstep of Rell (Jordan Peele). Having recently been MARK HASKINS dumped by his girlfriend Rell immediately takes in the small animal, and commiserate, and take Rell out for a names him Keanu. Not long after movie. his cousin and best friend Clarence When they get back Rell’s place has (Keegan-Michael Key) comes over to been trashed, and Keanu is missing.

The police come, but offer little help. Rell goes next door to his neighbour and dealer Hulka (Will Forte) to see if he knows anything. It turns out a street gang looking for Hulka might have mixed up the address. There’s no way Rell is going to leave Keanu in the hands of drug dealers. So logically Rell and Clarence, two unassuming middle class guys, decide to infiltrate a hard core street gang to save a kitten. Ya, that makes sense. The absurdity of Keanu is mind blowing. If you saw the idea on pa-

per there’s no way you would make this into a feature film. Yet this is one of the funniest action-comedies I’ve seen. These guys can draw you right in to whatever they’re doing. You believe it even to the point where taking on a street gang to rescue a kitten makes a kind of sense, and yet deep down you know it’s crazy. Yet you want it to happen because it’s suddenly the funniest thing you’ve ever seen. As a huge fan of Key and Peele I

C.P.H.C. formerly V.O.N. mobile clinic at the Town Hall, Westport. Open to anyone needing medical assistance. First Friday of every month, 9:30-2. Appointment (613)803-1710 or walk-in. Dewar Kennedy Cemetery Spring CleanUp Day Saturday, May 7, starting at 9:00 a.m. We are looking for volunteers to bring their gloves, rake and clippers to help out for a few hours. Fun and Fitness, Mondays, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Watson’s Corners Hall. Info: Kara 613259-2182. Fundraising Meeting and General Meeting, May 12 at 7 p.m. Montague Forget-Me-Not Seniors. Info: 613-283-8482. Hilltop Jamboree, Sunday, May 8, McDonald’s Corners Agricultural Hall. Doors open noon. Supper 5 p.m. Music starts at 1 p.m. Plant & Bake Sale in Oxford Mills, Join your neighbours outside at Oxford-on-Rideau School in Oxford Mills, May 14, 9 am-noon for a chance to buy potted perennials and sweets. Elgin United Church, Ham & Bean Supper with all fixings. Sunday May 15, 5:00-6:30 pm. A fundraising event for Elgin United Church at the Elgin Lions Hall. Line Dancing Begins, ABC Hall, 3166 Bolingbroke Rd, Friday May 6, 10am. 10 week session. Freda 613-273-2571 Line Dancing, May 6, 10am, ABC Hall, Bolingbroke. Level 1 (beginners & seniors) Instructor: Rhonda Aisbitt. Info: Debbie 613273-4077 Literacy Nature Walk- Ontario Early Years. Parents and caregivers with children birth-6 years, Older siblings welcome. Bring a snack, Lower Beverley Lake Park, 146 Lower Beverley Lake Rd, Thurs May 26, 10-11am. To register: 1-866-433-8933 ext. 2374 Mother’s Day Supper, May 7, 5:30pm, Anglican Church Hall, Frankville. Ham, baked beans, scalloped potatoes, salads & desserts. Advance Tickets & take-out: 613-284-0307 or 613-924-9465

Hall from 9 a.m.-12 noon. Info call Joan Wright 613-272-5335. St. Stephen’s Church Dinner and Euchre, Thursday, May 5, noon, at Maberly Community Hall. Support Girls in Sports. Breakfast, Sunday May 15, 8-1pm, Watson’s Corners Community Hall. Buffet-style Breakfast, home fries, scrambled eggs, toast, bacon, sausages, baked beans, tea, coffee & juice. The Rideau and District Old Tyme Fiddlers Assoc traditional old tyme fiddle and country music, Alfred Taylor Centre, 2300 Community Way, North Gower, Friday, 13 May, 7:30-11:30 pm. Information call 613-4892697. Village of Lyn Garage Sale and Craft/Vendor Sale, Oddfellows Hall, 23 Main St. W., Sat., May 7, 9:00-3:00. Garage sale maps available at Oddfellows Hall at Craft/Vendor Sale.

Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Tuesday, 1-3 p.m. at the CHC, 2 Gould Street. Info: 613-257-2779 ext 104 (or ext 100). Mother’s Day Supper at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Saturday, May 7, 4:30 social hour, 5:30 dinner served. Roast beef, potatoes, vegetables, dessert. Advanced tickets only 613-283-2318 or 613-283-6987. MS Mothers Day Carnation Campaign, Carnations for sale Thur May 5 & Fri May 6. Smiths Falls: TD, RBC, Scotiabank, All proceeds: MS Leeds-Grenville, http://facebook. com/mssocietylg Ontario Early Years Centre Infant playgroup, Mondays, May 2, 9, 16, CROW Office, 91 Cornelia Street W, 1-2 p.m. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Fridays, May 6, 13, 20 OEYC, 9-noon. 613283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Monday, May 2, 9 26,, Duncan J. Schoular School, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays, May 5, 12, 19. Kinsmen Building, Lower Reach Park, 9:00-noon. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, May 3, 10, 17, OEYC, 9:00 a.m.-12 noon. 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, May 4, 11, 18, Trinity United Church, 9:00-noon. 613-283-0095. Parents and Children’s Group, every Thursday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the First Baptist Church (73 Beckwith St N) Info: 613-2839307 (or 613-257-2779 ext 100). Station Theatre Séan McCann of Great Big Sea sings in solo performance, Friday May 13, 8 PM, Go to www.smithsfallstheatre.com for tickets/ details. Trinity United Church is proud to present “The London Trio Plus” Saturday May 14, 7:30pm. Tickets: Church Office, Gemmells Flowers. 613-283-4444.

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Musician’s Circle, Thursday evenings, 7pm, ABC Hall, 3166 Bolingbroke Rd. All musicians welcome. Country, jazz, folk, easy listening, blue grass etc. Info: Matt 613-273-9005. Relaxed setting. New Horizon Club, Health, Wellness and Safety seminar, Wednesday, May 11, 2:00 pm, Burritt’s Rapids Community Hall. Topics of special interest to seniors. Programme information call Kim 613-258-1780. Membership information call Janet 613-269-2737. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, May 3, 10, 17, Montague, Centennial Hall, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095. Otter Masoic Lodge, sweet onions on sale at Rideau Lumber & Bennett’s Bait & Tackle. May 16 to May 27. Plant & Bake Sale in Oxford Mills, Oxford-on-Rideau School, May 14, 9 am-noon. Please donate starting plants and baked goods. All proceeds: towards beautifying the hamlet. Host: Oxford Mills Community Association. Contact Marc Meyer 613-258-0731. Prestonvale Cemetery Annual Meeting, Thursday, May 12, at 7 pm. Township Hall, Drummond Centre. All plot holders welcome. Shopping bus trip. Every 2nd Tuesday of the month (May 10). Leaving Portland Community Hall, 9 a.m. Info./location 613-272-2676. Singing is Breathing: Open Door Rehearsals, Wednesdays May 18th and May 25th, 1:303:30 pm. The Rideau Mellowdears, all MALE chorus, new location- Bethel United Church, Rideau Ferry Road. Contact: Lorne Gardiner 613-264-1277. Snow Road Snowmobile Club Annual General Meeting, May 6, 7:30 p.m. at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road. South Crosby Friendship Club, Wednesday, May 11, 11:30 am. Catered meal, friendship, entertainment. Call Shirley @ 613-3596312 to book your seat. St. Mary’s Anglican Church, Newboro Annual Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction, Saturday, May 7 at the Newboro Community

SMITHS FALLS 4 hand euchre, Wednesday, May 11, 7:00 p.m. downstairs at the Legion, Main St. Good prizes, good food. 613-284-1074. Civitan Bingo every Tuesday, Smiths Falls Civitan Hall. Start 7 p.m. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Canteen available. Proceeds to help fund charity and community projects. Contract Bridge, Hanley Hall, downstairs, Wednesday, May 11, 1 p.m. Info: 613-2836116. “Cruise In” Thursday nights May 19 to September 8, 6-8 p.m. at Wal-Mart, 114 Lombard St. Grand Finale Sunday, September 11, 1-3 p.m. Info: Don Bates 613-264-8218 or 613464-1095. EA- Emotions Anonymous- 12-step organization working toward recovery from emotional difficulties (marriage, children, grief, etc). Meetings (every Tuesday)- May 10, 7 p.m. Salvation Army Church (side door). 613-2830960.

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Fiery flamenco comes to Perth’s Full Circle Theatre May 28 When Marta and Richard Moir bring their music to Perth’s Full Circle Theatre on May 28, it will be almost a homecoming for them. Based in Montreal, Perth is just a hop and a step away, compared to venues such as New Delhi, Dubai, Moscow, Athens, Australia, Spain and Romania, where they have played. Concerts Flamenco, as the Moirs are billed, have toured the world with their brand of traditional flamenco music and everywhere they have played, the critics have raved over their performances. The Mexican newspaper Por Esto! exclaimed, “Constant applause…confirmed the quality and beauty of Spanish folklore…Marta and Richard provided it with real professionalism and emotion, winning an enthusiastic audience. The atmosphere in the (theatre) on Saturday night was excitingly flamenco…an unforgettable evening.” In Greece, the Patros newspaper said, “The spectators enjoy as much the magic of the flamenco music as the passion of the artists.” And that’s what flamenco is all about: passion. Flamenco music, as a form, has roots that go back many centuries, to a time when southern Spain was dominated by the Moorish people. The Middle Eastern influences on the native music of southern Spain, combined with

magical rhythm of the Spanish guitar” from a Russian newspaper. They have taken their music to parts of the world where flamenco has its beginnings – India, the Middle East and Europe – but they have also ventured to places where the music is a new flavour. As if that didn’t take enough courage, they have even performed a concert at Castle Bran – also known as Dracula’s Castle – although that show was in the afternoon, not at night. Concerts Flamenco will perform on May 28, at 7:30 p.m. at the Full Circle Theatre, 26 Craig Street, Perth, near Last Duel Park. Tickets Submitted photo are available at Shadowfax, 67 Foster Street, Perth, 613-267-6817 or at

Fiery Flamenco at Full Circle Theatre: Montreal’s Marta and Richard Moir bring their world-travelled flamenco music to Perth on May 28. The duo has played across the globe, from Canada to Spain, from Australia to India and even – as pictured here – at Castle Bran, which once belonged to Dracula! The couple’s has been praised everywhere, even in Spain, itself. those of Spain’s Jewish population and the Indian influence of the Romany people came together to create a distinctive and instantly recognizable sound. The name itself has a number of theories about its origin, some thinking it comes from an Arabic word describing the exiled state of its Jewish and Romany performers and some thinking it simply describes the fiery passion in the music.

Marta and Richard have that passion in abundance and it is reflected in their music. They concentrate mostly on two of the three aspects of flamenco, toque (guitar) and cante (the voice), although Marta, who is from Spain originally, has been known to give an occasional display of baile or dance. “Marta and Richard Moir from Canada… make hearts beat in unison…to the

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was pretty excited when I heard they were making a movie. Needless to say they did not disappoint. KeeganMichael Key has such incredible expression, and an uncanny ability to flip from suburban speak to street speak, Jordan Peele has wicked delivery, and drops some of the funniest lines to grace any action or comedy movie. When they’re together they know no bounds and know no limits.

www.shadowfax.on.ca. While Concerts Flamenco heats up the stage, the Full Circle Theatre is preparing a set of hot productions for the summer, as BarnDoor Productions rehearses a series of musicals to mark Perth’s 200th Anniversary. From a “drama with music” about Perth’s famous duel in June to an “evening of harmony, comedy and sobriety” about Perth’s 19th century Temperance Movement in July to a “musical chiller” about nefarious doings at Rideau Ferry in 1830, it’s a once in a life-time series of shows. All the details are at www. barndoorproductions.ca. Submitted by BarnDoor Productions

Key and Peele take up most of the screen time, but they also surround themselves with a great supporting cast. Tiffany Haddish, Method Man, Will Forte, Nia Long, and Luis Guzman all commit, and are fantastic. Keanu isn’t just a great comedy. They pull out all the stops to make a wicked action movie. Gun fights, car chases, back flips, you name it they did it, and they did it with style. A definite must-see. Mark Haskins’ column is a regular feature.

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New regulations for safety standards certificate kick in July 1 It surprises many to see vehicles on the road that are in need of some serious repairs. Our current government vehicle inspection system only requires that most passenger cars and light trucks receive a check-over when they change owners. New regulations for the Ontario Safety Standards Certificate begin on July 1 of this year. This set of rules hasn’t received any serious updates for decades and the new list of standards and items inspected is bound to catch a lot of consumers and shops off guard. Fortunately for licensed garages, the Ontario Ministry of Transportation has been holding townhall style meetings this spring with technicians and shop operators to educate everyone about the new rules. One change that will please plenty of drivers on the road is the new rules on High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamps. These very bright lights with their distinctive white-blue hue have been optional equipment on a number of higher end vehicles for over a decade. But the problem that bugs most drivers occurs when vehicle owners

install HID bulbs in vehicles that were never designed to take them. These modifications usually result in a wide wash of extremely bright and unfocused light that blind oncoming drivers. Starting on July 1, vehicles that have been equipped with HID lights after they were manufactured will no longer meet Ontario Safety Standards. So in the event of an inspection for change of ownership, they will have to be reverted to their normal lamps and if a police officer pulls one over for a roadside check an order can be issued to rectify the lights. Cracks in windshields are something that a lot of drivers take for granted and sometimes take more time than they should to rectify. When you consider that on most passenger vehicles the windshield can provide up to 50 per cent of the structural strength of its roof in a rollover, driving with a cracked windshield is a risky affair. When a vehicle with a cracked windshield rolls onto its roof, the roof is very likely to collapse faster and farther into the passenger compartment

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than it would if the glass was undamaged. If you do your own seasonal tire changeovers and forgot to mark the location of each wheel when you took off the summers, you can easily determine the direction of rotation with your hand. With today’s modern tire design and manufacturing processes, it’s not the end of the world if you do put them on the wrong side, but you will get the maximum life and performance from them if you keep them on the same side of the vehicle and only rotate them from front to rear. With the tire/wheel’s outer side facing you, run your hand flat and clockwise over the tread (in the direction it travels, not side to side). If it feels smoother in the clockwise direction compared to the counter-clockwise movement, you have a left side tire in front of you. If you have

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rim. Look for any rust buildup and if you find any, use a wire brush or sandpaper to remove it all. Any rust, grit, or hard deposits can prevent the wheel from running true and may cause vibrations. It’s also a good idea to brush a little copper-based grease on the hub mounting point to make it easier to remove the wheel for the next tire change or in the case of a roadside blow-out. If you ever have to use some extreme force to remove a rusted-on wheel and don’t have a heavy hammer handy, lower the vehicle off the jack with the wheel nuts partially on. Then try rocking the vehi-

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Plenty of books sold to benefit LAWS at Festival of the Maples April 30 Thank you to all who stopped by our booth in Perth during Festival of the Maples this past Saturday. Lots of books were sold and we had fun meeting so many of you. If you missed your chance to look through the boxes of books we had for sale, you’ll have another chance soon as were planning our annual garage sale soon and we plan to add the remainder of the books on our tables. If you have garage sale items you wish to donate to LAWS to help out, please do so at LAWS on 953 Glenview Road in Smiths falls daily between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. We’re thanking you in advance. Stay tuned for a date.

insulin dependent. He is very ready to leave his foster home for a forever home. Grover must remain on a special diet for the rest of his life and cannot have access to other food or treats. He would be well suited for someone who is home a lot to give him all the attention that he loves.

Lester Lester was dropped off by a member of the public. Apparently he lived a stray cat life in Smiths Falls for some time. Although timid at times, Lester This week’s featured pets does enjoy affecGrover tion and being Grover is a very affectionate, lov- held. He can ing, handsome, five-year-old boy. be a bit vocal, especially if he thinks He’s blue grey with some white the other cats get more attention that and four white he does. His growl is not aggressive, socks. He loves it’s just the way he talks. Continued to lie on your socialization using lots of toys and lap and cuddle. soft words will help Lester to overHe gets along come that last spark of fear of the very well with unknown he might have. If you have other cats. After some time and patience to help him a few months with that, then we’re sure he’s going of excellent to be a wonderful cat for any family. care in a foster home, Grover Turt increased in weight, now has a beauPlease meet Turt, a five-year-old tiful soft fluffy fur and is no longer female cat who’s still waiting her for-

LAWS playing with the other cats in the cat run, but as any young cat he needs a home and would love a family to live with. He can be rambuncever home. She has been enjoying the tious at times, loves to cuddle, likes to care of the ladies at Pet Valu in Perth talk, is very clean and feels very soft. for a while now where she’s snoozing We think he might have belonged to the days away. a family as he’s comfortable with alWe were told most anything. Come and meet this that she loves lovable guy, he’s ready to go home. her canned food and is very laid Jaxson back and affecHi there, Jaxson here. I was retionate. She gets cently in the paper but my picture along with their store cat too and has did not show. Today, I get to speak no fear for dogs. for myself. I am, they say, a very Turt was surrendered by her previ- handsome, gorous owner due to changes in the fam- geous large size ily. She has seen a few changes now, Shepherd mix going from her home to LAWS to of about three the pet food store. She likely needs a years. I am very little time to adjust to your home, but strong and very she’s very sweet, not demanding, just athletic. I like hopeful she’ll be part of a household to stay in shape again soon. Please meet this lady in so I need a lot Perth she’s worth the visit. of long walks, preferably evWayne ery day. I love Wayne is a playful very young and to explore the very soft grey/ world as there is white tabby boy. so much out there I like to see and We can’t believe smell. I get bored when I am home he has not been alone too long. I just love company chosen yet to around me. go to his forever I am a very active dog, with a home. He’s very high prey drive, always available comfortable at for marches and playtime. I do like

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What goes around comes around: The evolution of music, stereo equipment buses or hiking in some hinterland, I could have my music along to make just about anything that much better. Technical evolution to digital has made a lot of these remnant cassette machines obsolete, especially the two double-cassette decks in the pictured stacks but, in their day, those machines allowed me to create mixed tapes and copy them easily. Every time I see a BIC pen shaft I harken back to the preamble of first inserting it in one of the cassette wheels and gently turning, while holding the other wheel still, to take the slack out of the tape, then visually lining up the leader tape to maximize recording length. Every Christmas I made probably 40 to 50 copies of that year’s mix. This allowed me to ‘turn on’ friends and family to music they would normally not have ever heard. It took hours and hours but, for me, it was time well spent as the results gave diverse musical introductions to those I gave them to. Sitting on top of the right stack of equipment, in the picture, sits my old Sanyo portable cassette stereo, complete with separating speakers, a built-in equalizer and the impetus for more parties on the road than I’ll ever remember. I had a locking metal box with foam inside made to transport it safely. It went with me everywhere, to conferences, hockey team trips, meetings, holidays, in more hotel rooms around North America than I could ever remember, providing the background and sometimes the dance music to make many a party successful. If that machine could talk… Now here’s the funny part. After trying to sell these two stacks of gear at a yard sale last year, the Sanyo being the only sale to a young lad on my street who knew he could plug his CD player into the auxiliary plugs, I made a last stop before heading to an electrical recycler with a trunk load to a local retro music store who

traded it all for a lovely, gently-used turntable so I can now listen again to my phonographs! What goes around, comes around. My listening continues. Upcoming events • Friday, May 6: Carlos Del Junco at Sharbot Lake Country Inn. Dinner and show is $55. This eight-time

winner of the Maple Blues Award for harmonica will amaze with his intricate playing and musicianship. I love his shows. Call Sandra at 613-2792198 for reservations. • Saturday, May 7: Petunia at The Cove at 7 p.m. with Ali McCormick opening. Petunia’s music is described by some as Hank Williams on acid, a truly unique presentation that will bring vaudeville, yodelling, swing and quirky tunes to a creative, unforgettable performance. I’ve witnessed and become a believer in Petunia. • Friday, May 13: Harrison Kennedy at The Cove in the final of the Blues on the Rideau series of the season. Harrison’s latest CD just

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“It’s a charming, humorous ments,” said veteran TNIM acplay, it’s snappy and has the po- tor Andrea Howard, who plays tential for some hilarious mo- Annett Gordon.

Not only is Hamish ‘invisible’ to all but his next of kin, but he’s over six feet tall and dressed in a great kilt. “We had a challenge finding a great kilt, but Dave Williams, a TNIM member and a former professional piper has been helping us out,” said Shearman. A great kilt, explained Williams, unlike a running kilt is nine yards of tartan pleated in situ and held with a broad belt. It is a full-length garment in two layers so that the upper potion can be thrown over the shoulder like a cape or flipped up over the head like a cowl. “The great kilt dates back to the 16th century and it didn’t disappear until the late 1950s, now it’s mostly the walking kilt that you see today,” said Williams. Needless to say, with that much fabric and that many pleats the author couldn’t resist. “There is quite a bit of kilt humour,” confirms Bronwen McKnight, producer. The play opens at the Merrickville Community Centre on Friday, May 13 and runs until Sunday, May 15. Performances on Friday and Saturday start at 8 p.m. and at 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $12 each and are on sale now at Mrs. McGarrigle’s Fine Food Shops, Merrickville and the Merrickville Book Emporium or online at www.merrickvilletheatre.org. Submitted by Theatre Night in Merrickville

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The cast of Theatre Night in Merrickville’s spring production are busy rehearsing Hamish by Michael Grant which opens on Friday, May 13. Not yet in costume and still using working props, shown here from left Brian Render as Shelby, Andrea Howard as Annette Gordon and Stef Robar as Hamish rehearse a scene from the play at the Merrickville Community Centre.

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she said. “In fact, I sent a tap and said Sharon Johnston is crying in the hallway. They gave me a Kleenex.” This is the third year St. Mike’s has participated in the Defeat Depression campaign, which is a board-wide initiative to tackle the stigma surrounding mental health issues. “The first year, all 10 high schools across the board participated and some elementary schools,” explained Michelle Neville, mental health leader for the CDSBEO. “All 42 of our schools participated the second year.” She explained the students and staff at each school come together to choose an event or activity to raise funds for a local mental health charity. “Twenty five per cent of the

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St. Michael Catholic High School presented Children’s Mental Health of Leeds and Grenville with a check for $1,500 on April 25. From left, principal Richard James, representative from Children’s Mental Health of Leeds and Grenville Stephen Elliot and student Kotay Bryson. funds raised goes to the Mood Disorder Society of Canada and the rest goes to the local charity,” said Neville. The Mood Disorder Society also partners with the CDSBEO on the Elephant in the Room campaign. “The idea is kids see the elephant and it opens a dialogue,”

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“Violent crime, as you’ll see here, this first chart shows violent crime for the past five years, from 2011 to 2015,” said Bolton. “The downward trend, as you can see this line, is the linear line. It’s very common to have peaks, if you will. The key is to focus on this line, as to whether we’re seeing an upward or downward trend. So the chart dictates that.” In 2012 there were 119 incidents of violent crime. The next year, there were 103. In 2015, there were 72 incidents of violent crime. “The assaults will include common assault, aggravated assault, assault with a weapon and assault causing bodily harm,” said Bolton. “Looking at this, you can see we have a downward trend.” In 2011, there were 44 assaults. The following year, there were 43. In 2015, there were 37 assaults in North Grenville. “Looking at sexual assaults, again your trend there is a downward trend,” he said. Other crimes against a person, the most common of which is criminal harassment, are also down from previous years. In 2012, there were 40 other crimes against a person. In 2013, there were 29. In 2015, there were 17 other crimes against a person. Property crimes are also on a downward trend, Bolton explained. In 2011, there were 300 incidents of property crime. In 2012, there were 289. In 2015, that figure is down to 264.

“The three main types of property crimes are theft under ($5,000), mischief and break and enter,” said Bolton. The trend of fraud crimes in North Grenville are on the rise, explained Bolton. “This is not only North Grenville, but it’s a Grenville County wide trend – we see an increase in fraud,” said Bolton. “This is truly the result of the time we live in. With that, a lot more internet fraud, telephone fraud and so forth, which has increased. These types of investigations, due to technical sophistication and jurisdiction issues, they can present investigative challenges. The key for this being aware that if someone is on the phone asking you for personal information, do not provide that information; you don’t know who you’re talking to.” In 2011, there were 37 incidents of fraud in North Grenville. The following year, there were 41. In 2015, that figure reached 46. “Illegal drug crime is predominantly a proactive policing activity,” said Bolton. He explained there is significant leg work involved in obtaining drug warrants to execute searches. “In 2015, three residential locations in North Grenville were locations where drug warrants were executed,” said Bolton. “With this, there were seven individuals charged with drug trafficking and production charges, in relation to those warrants. And a total of 625 grams of marijuana, 470 grams of cocaine and 15 grams of ecstasy was seized.” The community safety officer, Constable Cathy Lindsey, continues to be active with presentations to the local schools to generate

more drug awareness, he explained. “Giving the youth alternatives, as opposed to drugs,” said Bolton. The number of RIDE programs in North Grenville has increased significantly, from 107 in 2011 to 171 in 2015. “We’ve had an increase in RIDE’s since 2011,” said Bolton. “RIDE program is designed to be a deterrent, which I believe it has.” The Community Safety and Wellness initiative, which began in North Grenville and spread to the rest of the county due to its success, continues to provide residents best resources. “What this program is; when an officer is involved responds to a call and they’re dealing with a person or the families where there is definitely some potential risk, and there isn’t some sort of intervention or support system put in place, the officer will make that referral to the (Community Safety and Wellness) review team. Partners on this review team would be Victims Services, Leeds and Grenville Mental Health and Addictions, housing is there. We have youth groups there. As a result of the referrals, those individuals in need, or families in need, get some support.” In North Grenville, there were 12 cases referred to the review team. “Eleven of those cases, 91 per cent saw a rapid reduction in calls for service,” said Bolton. “So that is definitely an excellent indicator that the program is working.” “When it comes to policing, this is a very safe community,” said Mayor David Gordon.

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Merrickville residents Pitch-In Merrickville residents helped keep things tidy around the village by pitching in and picking up from April 16 to 29. Some of the groups who participated in the Pitch-In Canada event included Ski Merrickville, Fulford Preparatory School, The MerrickvilleWolford Environmental Advisory Committee, a Cycle Merrickville group, a local kid named Max MulroneyCote (pictured) and Megan Glenn of Goodvibes.ca.

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Lots to do at KDHSI throughout May Kemptville & District Home Support, the place for Active Aging! May is here and summer is on its way! There are many activities to keep involved and active, and are scheduled in either the Activity Room or in the Cheryl J. Brown Centre. KDHSI is located at 215 Sanders St., Suite 101 in Old Town Kemptville. Kemptville Lions Club, celebrate Seniors month with a “ Seniors FREE BBQ/Picnic June 21. Please call KDHSI at 613258-3203 for more information.

Thursday May 5 Foot Care Clinic By appointment Exercise Class 9:00-10:00 Friday May 6 Foot Care Clinic By appointment Exercise Class 11:00 – 12 noon Monday May 9 Euchre 1:00 to 4:00 Tuesday May 10

Exercise Class 9:00-10:00 Art Class with Gayle 10:00-12 noon Skip-Bo 10:00-12 noon Create-a-Card with Tina 1:00-3:00 Wednesday May 11 Brush-up Bridge 9:00 am Diners Club 12 noon by reservation Thursday May 12 Exercise Class 9:00-10:00

Man charged with fleeing scene of collision Grenville County Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a fail to remain collision at a North Grenville intersection. On May 1 at 9:46 p.m., police were dispatched to a fail to remain motor vehicle collision at the intersection of County Road 18 and Guy Road, North Grenville. The investigation revealed that a Honda Civic was travelling westbound on County Road 18 when it failed to stop at the stop sign and drove into a field. The male driver exited the

vehicle and left the scene. A short time later, the driver of the vehicle was arrested and transported to Kemptville detachment. A man age 19 of Edwardsburgh Township was charged with: - Failing to stop at the scene of an accident - Impaired Driving - Driving a motor vehicle with more than 80 mgs of alcohol The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of

Justice, Kemptville on June 1, 2016. Anyone with information on the above occurrence is asked to call Grenville County O.P.P. Communication Centre at 1-888-310-1122, the Kemptville Detachment at 613-258-3441 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222(TIPS) 8477 or submit your tip on-line at www.tipsubmit.com. Crime Stoppers does not want your name, you don’t go to court, and you could earn cash reward.

ROTARY CLUB OF KEMPTVILLE

5th Annual Duck Race & BBQ at Rotary Park, Prescott St. Bridge

May 8th 2016 at 1:00 pm BBQ at 11am Tickets $5.00 each 1500 Tickets

1st $500 • 2nd $200 • 3rd Prize $100 • 4th to 20th Prize $20 First, second and third place prize Sponsored by Hudson Auto Body

Support Kemptville Rotary! Tickets available at: Canadian Tire 10am - 4:30pm Saturday, March 26th (Easter weekend), Friday, April 1st, Saturday, April 2nd, Friday, April 8th, Friday, April 15th, Saturday, April 16th, Friday, April 22nd, Friday, 29th, & Saturday, April 30th. Jonsson’s Independent Grocers Wednesday, March 30th, Sunday, April 3rd, Thursday, April 7th, Sunday, April 10th, Sunday, April 17th, Wednesday, April 20th, Sunday, April 24th, Sunday, May 1st, and Thursday, May 5th. The Sunday times are 1 to 4:30, and all other days are 10 to 4:30.

Bob Perry Memorial Golf tournament aims to raise $100,000 for KDH Foundation with Chevy truck raffle July 15 could be your lucky day. The Bob Perry Memorial Golf tournament is raffling off a pearl white 2016 Chevrolet 1500 Silverado crew cab fourwheel drive truck in support of the Kemptville District Hospital Foundation. There are 1,000 tickets up for grabs, at a cost of $100 each. And they’re selling fast. “This will allow us, thanks to our generous community sponsors, to hand a check to the Kemptville District Hospital Foundation for $100,000,” said Jim Perry, owner of Jim Perry Motor Sales in Kemptville. He explained the cost of the truck, valued at $49,573, was covered within a couple weeks of calling around to local private sponsors and businesses. “Last year, on May 28, my father (Bob Perry) died,” said

Perry. “Every year, we attend and sponsor the Carol Durie Memorial Golf Tournament in support of the hospital. Mary Boucher (director of development for the KDH Foundation) and Harry Pratt (local business leader) asked me if I would hold a Bob Perry Memorial Golf Tournament the next year.” The Bob Perry Memorial Golf Tournament will be held at the eQuinelle Golf Club and Rideau Glen Golf Course on July 15, at which time the draw will be held for the truck. Already, over 200 people have registered for the tournament. “It was Harry’s idea to have a truck raffle,” said Perry. “Harry was supposed to be the one to put it on, but he passed away from cancer at the end of last year.” He explained his grandfa-

ther, Norm Goldberg, was one of the original founders of the Kemptville District Hospital in 1958. “That’s why Harry wanted to involve me,” said Perry. “That’s why I decided to do the truck raffle. After our first meeting, we decided in order for us to be able to give the hospital $100,000 we had to have enough sponsors to pay for the truck. We were able to pull that off in a couple of weeks, thanks to our generous sponsors.” Tickets are available at Jim Perry Motor Sales, the KDH Foundation office, Motor Trends ad Class Axe. “We’ve sold about 200 tickets just in the first week,” he said. “There’s no doubt we are going to sell all the tickets. And all the money is going directly to the hospital.”

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14 from 9 a.m. to noon for a chance to buy potted perennials and sweets. Thanks to Cruickshank’s, there will be bagged top soil mix available for sale as well. Please donate some of your starting plants and baked

goods. All proceeds will go towards beautifying the hamlet ... keeping flowers in the bridge planters for all to enjoy. Submitted by the Oxford Mills Community Association


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Fire Chief Paul Hutt was honoured with a Certified Municipal Management provincial accreditation award from the Ontario Municipal Management Institute recognizing his education, work experience and career development at the council meeting on April 25. “Thank you for the opportunity to recognize one of your staff,” said Bill McKimm, of the OMMI. “The Ontario Municipal Management Institute is a non-profit organization that compliments primary associations like the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs, or the paramedic service – their chiefs. We have 20 different partners and your chief has certainly shown his background and experience in achieving a lot of hardware on this certificate.” He explained the accreditation is a recognition of an individual’s career experience and education and potential. “Your chief, in particular, has the CMM 3 (certified municipal manager), which is the highest level, with a fire service executive, a fire suppression professional, a fire training specialist and a fire prevention professional,” said McKimm. Hutt was asked to come forward to accept the award, which was greeted by much applause from members of the North Grenville Jennifer Westendorp/METROLAND Fire Service in attendance, members of his family, members of North Grenville Council North Grenville Fire Chief Paul Hutt was awarded municipal management provincial accreditation by Bill McKimm of the Ontario Municiand municipal staff. pal Management Institute on April 25. He is pictured with members of the North Grenville Fire Service.

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The 1st Merrickville Beavers, Cubs and Section Scouters were joined for the groundbreaking of the new butterfly garden by Merrickville Public Library librarian Mary Kate Laphen, Mayor David Nash of the Village of Merrickville-Wolford, Branch 245 Legion President Dorothy Boal, Area Commissioner for Valley Highlands, Allen Sinfield, and representing Royal Bank of Canada, local branch manager Dawn Vander Velde. The Scouters are Megan Glenn, Mark Ross, Heather Ross, John Terpstra and Sheila Cornelisse.

A butterfly garden for Merrickville Jeannette Froese LeBlanc

On a beautiful Saturday April 30 afternoon, on the shore of the Rideau River in Merrickville, the 1st Merrickville Beavers and Cubs held a ground-breaking ceremony and began building the flower beds for a butterfly garden outside of the Merrickville Public Library. The project was part of the Scouts Canada “Good Turn Week� aimed at contributing to the community and teaching youth “to always do unto others as they would do unto you�. Scouter Megan Glenn spearheaded this project for the 1st Merrickville group. Before starting to build the garden, a number of certificates were presented to recognize several local groups whose support makes Scouting possible in the village for youth age 5-26 plus. First the library and librarian Mary Kate Laphen were thanked for allowing the group to build a garden on the library

grounds, not to mention opening her doors for the occasional meeting. She was very happy to welcome families to come to the library and to enjoy the new garden. The next certificate was presented to Mayor David Nash and the Village of MerrickvilleWolford who not only granted permission to create the garden, but allowed 1st Merrickville to use the Community Centre as a meeting place and a location to store equipment. Mayor Nash noted that he was a Scout when he was young and is very happy to see the continued success of Scouting within the Village of Merrickville-Wolford. Group Commissioner Sheila Cornelisse presented both a certificate and a plaque to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 245 in acknowledgement of the special contributions they have made. The Legion has been the official sponsor of the 1st Merrickville Scout Group for many years and has been instrumental in enabling the provision of

equipment, training, activities and camps for youth and leaders. This year they have provided funds to assist three thirdyear Cubs to attend camp in Algonquin Park. Accepting the Submitted photo plaque on behalf of the Legion was Legion President Dorothy Boal. Area Commissioner for Valley Highlands, Allen Sin- The Rotary decoy ducks are on display at B&H Grocer and Jonsson’s Independent in field, thanked the Village of Kemptville. Stop by and vote for your favourite. The Rotary duck race will be held at RoMerrickville-Wolford for their tary Park on Sunday, May 8 at 1 p.m. continued support of Scouting. Scouts Canada plays a vital role in helping local youth build leadership, teamwork and practical skills. “Good Turn Week� projects are made possible by funding from Scouts Canada, Royal Bank of Canada and donations from the community. The 1st Merrickville Scout Group is excited to demonstrate the positive impact they can bring to everyone nearby. Later in the spring the Scouts will return to the newly built flower beds to add plants and to learn about the impact butterflies have on our ecosystem.

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Fire destroys house slated for demolition The Merrickville Fire Department responded to a house fire at 15 minutes after midnight on May 3. The call came in from a CP Railway crew passing the structure. The duplex, located at 106 Grenville Way in Merrickville, was fully involved when fire fighters arrived on scene. The house was vacant and slated for demolition. Flames were shooting through the roof and electrical wires were arching on the ground. Fire fighters had to maintain distance until Hydro shut off the power to the structure, at which time they moved in to get the fire under control. The cause of the fire has been classified as undetermined.

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May is Community Living Month- Let’s Work Together! Each year during the month of May, Community Living North Grenville takes the opportunity to celebrate our successes. I was asked to write this article to brag about all of the amazing opportunities our “Personal Empowerment Group (PEG)” has been able to offer people within our community. CLNG’s mission statement states “That all persons live in a state of dignity, share in all aspects of living in the community, and have the opportunity to participate effectively.” Our mission as the PEG committee is to transform that ambition into real opportunities for personal growth and community discovery (and have fun while doing it!). We collaborate to identify ideas and examples of leisure, recreation, education, health and wellness and overall personal development that is available within our community. This information is shared through presentations or workshops to persons receiving services provided by Community Living North Grenville. We are always looking for community members and businesses to share their hobbies and expertise with us. Just an hour of your time could mean a lot

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to people in your community. We are so grateful to have had amazing friends and neighborhood organizations come in and teach us. I would like to take the opportunity now to thank those who assisted us either in-house and/or our community partners for their participation: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds & Grenville Musician, Carl Merenick The War Amps The Bodhi Tree Yoga Centre North Grenville Fire Department Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit Constable Lindsey of the OPP The Municipality of North Grenville TLC Medical Supply Beth Donovan Hospice DSLG Distress Center Councillor Barb Tobin Big Sky Ranch Health practitioner, Amy Raistrick If you are interested in assisting Community Living’s PEG group to fulfill our mission, we would love to hear from you. Please contact t.ouellette@communitylivingnorthgrenville. ca Submitted by Community Living North Grenville

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Saturday April 23 was Help a Senior Day and it was all hands on deck for the North Grenville Firefighters who donated their time and muscles to 35 North Grenville households who signed-up for some assistance with spring chores. Jobs ranged from eves trough cleaning, window washing, raking and removing Christmas lights.

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Salvation Army Thrift Store celebrates two-year anniversary in new location The Salvation Army Thrift Store, located at 4 Asa Street in Kemptville, celebrated its two-year anniversary in the new location on April 22. Volunteers held a free customer appreciation barbeque to mark the milestone. The Salvation Army also launched their frequent shopper’s card for customers. When you get 10 stamps on the card, you get 10 per cent off your next purchase. Above left, volunteer Marc Cote served up burgers and hot dogs at the Salvation Army appreciation barbeque on April 22. Above right, Felix Sarazin enjoyed a hot dog, sans bun, at the Salvation Army appreciation barbeque on April 22.

Call for New Board Members

The Kemptville District Hospital Foundation (KDHF) is seeking new members to sit on our Board of Directors. The mandate of the KDHF is to raise funds in support of the Kemptville District Hospital. The 10 member volunteer board is comprised of community leaders from a number of different sectors who are all committed to ensuring the delivery of quality healthcare close to home. We currently have a priority for individuals with accounting and financial expertise. Responsibilities The Board meets 6 times a year; meetings are 2-3 hours in length and held at The Kemptville District Hospital. Board Members are required to participate on one or more of the following standing committees: Finance, Governance, HR, or Fundraising. Board members are also required to make a meaningful financial contribution to the Foundation on an annual basis and participate in as many Foundation fundraising activities /events as possible. The time commitment is between 6-10 hours per month. How to Apply Board elections take place in June. Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and recent resume by May 20th, 2016 to the attention of the Foundation Board Selection Committee at jmavis@kdh.on.ca or by mail to 2675 Concession Road, Box 2007 Kemptville Ontario, K0G 1J0

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UPCOMING MEETINGS COUNCIL Monday, May 9 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre. For agenda information, please visit the Municipal website at www.northgrenville.ca/ document-library.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Monday, May 16 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre.

CIVIC AWARDS PROGRAM Each year, the Municipality recognizes outstanding individuals and groups in our community through the Civic Awards Program. Nomination forms are available on the Municipal website, at the Municipal Centre and at the Kemptville Library Branch. Nomination deadline is 5:00 pm on Friday, May 6, 2016.

COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM The Community Grants Program provides financial support to not-for-profit community groups for services, projects or events that contribute toward the quality of life of local residents. More information on the program and the application package can be found on the Municipal website and at the Municipal Centre. The deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on Friday, May 6, 2016.

GARAGE SALES Garage sales in North Grenville are regulated by ByLaw 10-03. No licence or fee is required, but there are regulations which you must follow. Signage is NOT permitted in traffic circles or attached to traffic signs. Please ensure signage is removed after your sale. Before having a garage sale, please obtain a copy of the by-law from www.northgrenville.ca/document-library.

2016 BURN PERMITS In accordance with By-Law 33-12, a Burn Permit is required to conduct open burning on property located outside of the urban area. Burn Permits for 2016 are available at the Municipal Office or at the Fire Hall at 259 County Rd. 44 for a fee of $15. Please contact the Fire Hall at 613-258-2438 ext. 5 for conditions prior to burning.


OPINION

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hate change. I resist it with the best of them. Changing the way I do things is never easy for me because I am old fashioned and set in my ways. I didn’t have a computer until I was 18-yearsold, nor did I have a cellphone until the age of 21. I am not a fan of technology. I feel it takes over people’s lives, wastes their valuable time and cuts them off from the real world. There is nothing I hate more than someone texting while I am having a conversation with them. It drives me nuts. I’m a paper and pencil girl, for sure. You can always trust paper to function properly (unless it gets wet, I suppose) and pencils always work, even when dull. Reliable. My employer recently decided to change the way we do things at the Kemptville Advance. I no longer type my stories into Word and then upload them online. I now write directly into our online publication, then grab them from the site for the print edition. Normally I would throw a big stink about how insane this is – to trust the internet with hours of my hard work and rely on something so fickle as an internet connection to get my job done. What if the system went down? How would we get the paper out? However, I was in a good mood that day and decided not to be difficult. I gave it a try and discovered it made my life a little easier.

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n March, we came home from a Caribbean vacation to a mild winter day. As I slid open the patio door, all four cats (two house cats and two barn cats that over-winter indoors) ran out into the melting snow. We didn’t see the barn cats again for three weeks. I thought the season of the indoor feral cats, leaving mounds of fluff balls on the couch and tearing up the carpet as they race up the stairs was finally over. I was wrong. Three weeks after he left, Junior came back. He dragged his sorry self into the house and sat at my feet, announcing his return with a plaintive wail. He looked very thin, as if he had either found himself trapped somewhere with no access to food, or he had been ill. His fur looked matted and the shine was gone from his coat and his eyes. All the fur was missing from the back of his left leg, and the remnants of a nicely cleaned wound was noticeable there. When I snuck over to pet him (he will only allow this if another cat is in between us and food is in front of him) I found another bald spot on his side and a wee hole

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Now everything I wrote would go directly to our website and I could still back-up all my files using word. Writing directly online also eliminated the step of my editor having to publish the stories individually. It all made sense. Sometimes change can be a good thing and resistance can be futile. I am still weary of this big push to share everything online, however the internet is not going away anytime soon. And the print version of the Kemptville Advance has no problem standing on its own. But if I’m not on the train, I’ll get left at the station. I will always favour the print edition of the Kemptville Advance over the online publication, perhaps because it seems so intangible. Or maybe it’s the historical significance I associate with the Kemptville Advance and the importance of preserving the paper itself. I don’t know what the Kemptville Advance will look like in 10 years, or whether I will still be writing for it, but I do know progress is necessary. Even if I don’t like it.

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Forecast is warm and wet

Summer must be closer than we think. The forest has lost its snow cover and the excess water spring brings is filling all the hollows.

The barn cat drama continues selves under the horse’s hoof. But the cat’s leg was much smaller. I didn’t think I had a splint small enough. Besides, this cat would have anything I constructed ripped off in no time. I crushed some homeopathic pills into his water for pain and planned to take him to the vet the DIANA FISHER next day. Sammy drank all the water and in the top of his head. He had obvi- tucked himself into bed. Junior watched as I prepared the cat carrier ously been in a fight and done his best to nurse his own injuries before and decided it would be safer to sleep somehow finding his way back to the up on a rafter in the basement. On a Monday morning, I waited house. until the cats were crowded around The other two cats, Sheila and Sammy, didn’t like the smell of him. the feeding station eating breakfast After a week or two of resting and and then grabbed Junior gently but firmly by the scruff of the neck. fattening up, Junior went back outI scooped up his hind end and side. He returned at the end of April tucked him into the waiting carrier. with what I thought was a broken He didn’t struggle, as if he knew he paw. needed help. He held it up and limped around I watched as he curled up on the the house. I was amazed that he could still get up and down the stairs fleece blanket and tried to tuck what I was pretty sure was a badly broken and onto his favourite birdwatching perches and napping spots with three leg underneath him. It appeared flat on the foreleg and legs. He made it look easy, but painful. the paw was misshapen and swollen. It must have been extremely painful. I thought of how we used to splint At the vet, I warned them that Juthe lamb’s legs when they got them nior is feral. They thought they were stuck in the feeder or found them-

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ready for him, but he surprised them. When they opened his carrier he flew through their legs and slid across the floor to hide under the x-ray machine. They spent about half an hour chasing him around the clinic before they were able to examine him. All that running around burst the abscess that Junior was hiding between the pads of his paw. The vet confirmed there were no broken bones. He got an antibiotic shot to last ten days (no way he’s letting me give him oral meds twice a day after this), an anti-inflammatory painkiller and a good cleaning. Once back at home I opened the carrier and Junior took a spot

between the two housecats on the couch. They had a little conversation and decided he didn’t smell so bad after all. And the upside of all this drama is that although he is still suspicious when he sees the cat carrier, he lets me pet him now. I think he is grateful for the human intervention. The only problem is that now I think we have three permanent housecats. He’s afraid to go back outside. www.dianafisherbooks.com theaccidentalfarmwife.blogspot.com dianafisher1@gmail.com

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Antique roadshow fundraiser a success for R.I.N.G. Polly Beach

The Antiques Roadshow fundraiser for RING (Refugees in North Grenville) held on Sunday April 24, in the historic Burritt’s Rapids Community Hall, was a resounding success raising over $2,100! A big round of applause and thanks to the experts who appraised the antiques! Joe Gallaro, Roger Hart, Nick Healey, Ken Mews and Tanya Ursual gave generously of their time and expertise. Kemptville’s treasures were certainly discovered! For example, Roger Hart appraised a book that had originally been purchased for $0.25 to be circa 1700s and now worth hundreds of dollars. Joe Gallaro was really impressed by the immaculate condition of two vintage toy

trucks. Nick Healey spent time discussing the history of the 1812 rifle brought for appraisal by Rick Duguay. Tanya Ursual gave Sue Cotter the fascinating background behind the First World War compass she brought in along with a number of military badges. Ken Mews appraised a wide range of items such as fine china, silverware and jewelry! Flora Grant Dumouchel, Auctioneer, from Ingleside Ontario, regaled the crowd with jokes and banter all the while driving up the bids on the items so generously donated for the auction. Many thanks to Sylvie Morel, Jean Hargess, Becky Rea, Michael Whittaker, Deborah Symonds, Alec and Jocelyn Rait, Lisa Poushinsky, Sally Jorgenson, Ellen Miller, Tom and Polly Beach, Brian Fitz-

patrick, Carol Cote, Margaret Hodge and Nick Healey for all the wonderful donations. The event couldn’t have been possible without a fantastic volunteer team. Kudos to Chris and Bernie Boesveld, Sheila Cook, Audrey and Colin Moden, Mary Chapman, Alec and Jocelyn Rait, Carol Cote, Tom and Polly Beach and Robert Sentner! A special note of thanks to Chris and Nancy Morgan for their help in promoting the Antiques Roadshow on Facebook. Thanks to all who attended and donated so generously, RING is now almost three quarters of the way to reaching the fundraising goal. Stay tuned for information about when we can expect to welcome our first Syrian refugee family to North Grenville. Submitted by R.I.N.G.

“In Honour of a community builder” Albert Dyks was one of those rare breeds – a man with a huge heart, filled with huge concern and care for his community and neighbours. Right up until his untimely passing in 2014, Albert worked tirelessly to make North Grenville a welcoming and caring place to live. He served on the Hospital board, with the Lions Club eye care team making trips to Guyana and Trinidad, travelled countless times with World Renew to assist disaster survivors in the southern USA, as well as cheerfully volunteering in various roles in his local church, Kemptville Christian Reformed Church. Albert always cared for the vulnerable, and those in need. His legacy is being carried forward by R.I.N.G (Refugees

In North Grenville) and the Kemptville Christian Reformed Church (KCRC) as they partner to host the annual Albert Dyks Memorial Chicken BBQ on Saturday, May 14, 4:30-6:30 at KCRC, 2455 County Road 18 in Kemptville. Chicken provided by Albert’s Meat Shop will be prepared in Albert’s long-time “secret sauce” and cooked they way he used to do over open charcoal. Served along with beans, slaw, buns and dessert, this mouth-watering meal has become a “must do.” Tickets $15 at the door. And all proceeds will go towards North Grenville’s efforts to bring a Syrian refugee family out of the horrors of the Middle East conflict and to a safe new beginning and warm wel-

come here in Kemptville. RING has had to alter their strategy towards refugee sponsorship in the wake of the Federal Government’s recent and sudden shift in Syrian refugee resettlement policy. While previous doors suddenly closed, RING has been able to build an active partnership with Cedar Home, an orphanage just outside Beruit, Lebanon and with World Renew (Canada). Cedar Home is actively working to identify a refugee family from among their present clientele, while World Renew is the partner agency in processing documentation here in Canada. Further details will be shared in the very near future, as soon as they become available. Submitted by R.I.N.G.

Fire fighters help out

Saturday April 23 was Help a Senior Day and it was all hands on deck for the North Grenville Firefighters who donated their time and muscles to 35 North Grenville households who signed-up for some assistance with spring chores. Jobs ranged from eves trough cleaning, window washing, raking and removing Christmas lights. The entire fleet was deployed to lend a helpful hand to our treasured seniors and took the opportunity to discuss fire safety with regards to smoke alarms checks, carbon monoxide alarms checks, home escape planning and many other safety tips which resulted in cleaner and safer homes. It was all smiles all day.

Gardener’s Corner

Off and strolling Well, we’re off and strolling, not racing. Remember you have to do your warm up. We can however start putting things in the ground. Next Tuesday, May 10th, is a magical date in this hardiness zone. It is our last frost date. I don’t know who names these things but it is NOT our last frost date. Just to recap. The last frost date is the date you have a 50/50 chance of getting a frost. The week after it drops to a 25% chance, the week after that a 12.5% chance and so on and so on. You think they would have named it “Do you feel lucky date?” I normally put the snowblower away on or about May 10th. But I don’t put it at the back of the shed and I still leave gas in the tank. Too late we get too smart. Enough with the pessimism, let’s put on the rose coloured glasses and get planting. There are lots of things you can plant now.

Public Notice of Intent to Adopt 2016 Municipal Budget Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Village of Merrickville-Wolford intends to adopt its 2016 Municipal Budget at the regular meeting of Council on Monday, May 9, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in Council Chambers located at the Municipal Office at 317 Brock Street West, Merrickville, Ontario. The 2016 Budget document is available on the municipal website www.merrickville-wolford.ca For further information please contact Shawn Mason, Treasurer, 613-269-4791 or finance@merrickville-wolford.ca

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I loved this time at the nursery. All of the old timers ( listen to me calling folks old timers) would show up and and spend the longest time sorting through the bins of bulk seed potatoes and onion sets. They knew exactly what they were looking for. When they’re sold by the pound, frugal means finicky. Big but not too big, firm and not mushy. Here is a short list of what you can put in the ground right now. The aforementioned

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potatoes and onions and any other root crop. Beets, carrots, parsnips and radish. You can even plant your garlic if you didn’t do it last fall. Our fall planting of garlic is already up to about 10 inches. Welcome shafts of green poking through the leaf mulch. There are also above the ground crops that thrive in the cooler weather. Lettuce, kale, Swiss chard and peas all do well with an early start. Keep the tender stuff and heat lovers like peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers and squash somewhere you can harden them off but give them protection in under twenty minutes. Yeah, around here the weather changes that fast. Once you’ve got your early stuff in the ground, it’s time to get to your local garden centre and take advantage of the incredible variety before the crush time of Mother’s Day and the long weekend in May. You’ll pay a little bit more in peak season but the diversity is worth it. Nurseries and garden centres work really hard to give you healthy vibrant plants. Reward them for their efforts. Avail yourself of their expertise. Come back later in the season for the bargains. Big box stores will save you a few dollars. Your choice. Talk to someone that grows for a living. They will charge you what they need to continue. They will get you off and strolling. If you have any gardening questions, email me at gordknights3@gmail.com


Guildcrest Homes celebrates 25 Years and 5,000 Homes with open house

In 2016 Guildcrest Homes is celebrating their 25th anniversary and the production of their 5,000th home. To celebrate these important milestones, the company is having an Open House at their factory located in Morewood, Ontario (30 minutes south-east of Ottawa). The event will be a day-long concert featuring several well-known and popular acts offering different genres of music for all to enjoy. The family-friendly (no alcohol) Jennifer Westendorp/METROLAND event will run all day with muThe students in the musical theatre program at North Grenville District High School re- sic starting at 1:00 p.m. and continuing until 9:00 p.m. hearse the prologue of Dorothy in Wonderland on April 27.

The line-up of musicians is confirmed as follows; - SÊan McCann – Of Great Big Sea - Trent Severn – Folk - Eddie and the Stingrays – 50’s rock - HappyCrap – Celtic/folk/ comedy - The Johnny Canuck Show – Canadian 80’s rock tribute Admission is free of charge with donations in support of The CHEO Foundation. Food concessions and facilities will be on-site. The event will take place rain-or-shine. Weather permit-

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Prepare to be amazed. The students in the musical theatre program at North Grenville District High School are gearing up for their Dorothy in Wonderland production. The musical, featuring nearly 50 students who have been working hard on the production since Oct., will be held at the school on May 12 at 6:30 p.m. and May 14 at 1 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the front office of NGDHS, at a cost of $10 for adults and $5 for children. All funds go directly back into the musical theatre program at the school. “This is the third year of running the program,� explained Heather Lance, one of the directors. “We did Peter Pan the first year and High School Musical the second.� When asked the reason behind Dorothy in Wonderland – a combination of the Wiz-

ard of Oz and Alice in Wonderland – she said “we wanted something with lots of colour, interesting backgrounds and appeals to all ages.� The students also have a say in the musical selected each year. “We looked at a number of different musicals, but there were so many students involved, we needed something with a large cast,� said Lance. “This one fit the bill.� The production involves students from grades seven to 12 at NGDHS. “There is nothing traditional about this (production),� said Lance. “This is a live, full musical.� “This musical has much more dancing than we’ve done in the past,� said Meredith Mott, one of the directors. When asked what the students learn from musical theatre, Lance replied “a lot of it is teamwork. They also learn confidence and organization. There

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Michael & Donna McEwen of Perth are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter. Eileen was engaged to Christian Kristalyn, son of John and Christine of Prince Edward County on Christmas Eve, 2014. The couple will be married in Picton ON on Thanksgiving Weekend, 2016. WEDDING

HAPPY 50th BIRTHDAY Amanda Jane Webster May 10, 2016 Love Mom, Dad, Michael, Daniel, Kevin and Friends

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I wish to thank Jane for presenting the slide show at my 80th birthday party; also the Reeve and Councillors of the Township of Beckwith for the plaque I received. Edith

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HAPPY MOTHERS DAY To a great Mother and beautiful Wife. We are so proud of you on your recent 5K victory. Love always, Chris, Chloe, Merri Max, Toby xo

Kristy Hall and Chris Branje along with their parents Barb and Jim McPhail, Steve and Shannon Hall and John and Shelley Branje are thrilled to announce their engagement. Wedding to take place September 10, 2016 .

Bryan and Toni McVeigh of Perth are happy to announce the marriage on February 27th, 2016 of their son Alan McVeigh to Krista Donovan delightful daughter of Mike and Caroline Donovan of Madoc

With a heartfelt and sincere Thank-You to the BBD&E and South Sherbrooke Fire Departments for all your hard work. Special thanks to Jamie and Angel for being there, many wonderful family, friends and fantastic neighbours. For all the visits, phone calls, effortless hard work at getting the remains cleaned up. To the neighbours who brought food for the workers lunches every day. Words cannot express what each and every one of you have done for our family. Love, Prayers and Thank-You To All Sincerely Alvin, William George Kelford and families

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The family of the late Carl Wright wish to thank people for the cards, flowers, donations, and food, and those that sent expressions of condolences on-line and on Facebook. Thank you to the Thunder Bay Regional Hospital Science Centre, Renal Unit, for the great care given to Carl over many years, and also the Bethammi Nursing Home where Carl spent the last couple of years being well cared for. Thank you to the pallbearers, Peter Delarge, David Delarge, Nathan Townley, Andy McLaughlin, Bob Lavergne, and Kevin Gillmore for their service at the gravesite. A special thank you to Andre, Gina, and staff of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., for all their care given to the family at this time of loss. Also we would like to give special thanks to Andre for his music and words of comfort spoken at the family visitation and at the burial, it was very much appreciated. Thank you from Evans & Jeannine Wright, Shirley Delarge, Brian & Rona Wright, Judy & John Townley & all their families.


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Thank you so much to my family for all their planning and organization of the party held for me on the occasion of my 90th birthday. A huge thank you to the ladies of the St Andrews Church UCW for providing the fabulous luncheon. Thank you to everyone for the lovely cards, flowers, gifts and for making my day special by sharing it with me and offering your kind wishes. Special thanks to those of you who travelled a distance to help me celebrate. What a wonderful gathering of family and friends. Dorothy Horricks

(From the Pickup Family) On behalf of our father (Mickey) we would like to thank each and everyone whom have taken the time for your sharing of warm and thoughtful Hello’s, phone calls and the many cards and flowers plus the wonderful food gestures in the appreciation of our father (Mickey). We are thankful for the many people in his life that were able to enjoy his uncanny sense of humour and who have had the chance to hear one of the many tales that he would have shared with each and everyone that he knew in his life. He could always make you smile. He will be greatly missed by the many people that he has touched with his “Heart Of Kindness”. He will be remembered as a wonderful man, loving father and compassionate friend. Thank you to everyone who knew him and for sharing in his life. We also wish to thank Dr. Shew and all the staff of the Smiths Falls Hospital for the comfort they have brought to our family in this time of need. The Pickup Family

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Weir, Doug Left his home, with his family by his side, on Sunday May 1, 2016 at the age of 73. Loving husband and best friend of Chris Miller. Cherished father of Jacqueline (Ben Brandino) and Dave (Laurie). Adoring grandfather of Pyper, Contessa, Sawyer, Findlay and Jack. Dear brother of Anne (Ervin Sweeney), John and Gordon (Marjorie). Friends supported the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Wednesday May 4, 2016 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service Thursday at St. John’s Anglican Church, Innisville at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at St. John’s Cemetery. For those who wish, a donation to St. John’s Anglican Church or CHEO would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com

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McQUAY, Barry In remembrance of Barry McQuay, Foley Mountain’s first supervisor and beloved teacher, all are invited to a memorial gathering with music and words Saturday May 14 2-4pm at Foley Mountain Conservation Area’s Interpretive Centre.

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Mulville Bernice “Niecie” Helen (Miller) Mulville

Niecie passed away peacefully at home in Perth on Wednesday, April 27th, 2016 at the age of 91 years. She was the much loved wife of the late Barry Mulville and dearly loved mother of Beth (Rick Johnston), Bonnie (late Pat Kolynchuk) and Berna (Dave Saul). Niecie was the cherished grandmother of Amber Johnston (Rob Partridge), Aaron Johnston, Michael Saul (Shifra Gadamsetti) and Andrew Saul. She will be greatly missed by her sisters Doreen (Tarle) Woods and Nora Haveron-Malott and her many nieces, nephews, family and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Hugh and Martha (Hutchings) Miller, her sister Lottie Rubino, brothersin-law Mark Rubino, Frank Tarle, Al Woods, John Haveron and Jack Malott, sister-in-law Anne (Egan) Miller, her sonin-law Pat Kolynchuk and her granddaughter Stephanie Saul. Niecie was a much respected employee of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital for 21 years and a valued member of the Perth Legion Branch 244 Ladies Auxilliary for over 25 years. Her sweet nature belied the fact that she was a formidable cribbage, bid euchre and Scrabble player, beating both friends and foes when they least expected it. Her love of family and friends, her generosity, her kindness and her wicked sense of humour were also much appreciated by all who were lucky enough to have known her. The family would like to express their sincere thanks and gratitude to all the CCAC and Bayshore staff (especially Sue, Carol, Connie, Heather, Janet, Karen, Keitha, Kelly, Leslie, Maureen, Patti, Pauline, Susan and Tracy) and Dr. Bob VanOppen and clinic staff for their kindness and care of Mom over the past several years. She valued and appreciated each and every one of you. Friends paid their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Friday, April 29th, 2016 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service was held in the Chapel on Saturday at 10:30 A.M. followed by a reception in the Blair & Son Family Centre. Interment Scotch Line Cemetery. In remembrance of Niecie, contributions to the Canadian Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Canadian Cancer Research Foundation or the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund would be appreciated. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Margaret Alma (nee Holmes)

Peacefully at the Smiths Falls Hospital with her family by her side on Tuesday, April 26, 2016 in her 87th year. Beloved wife of 66 years of the late Joseph Conlin. Loving mother of Barbara Connor (Mike), Brian Conlin (Bonnie), Barry Conlin (Linda), Corinne Perkins (Arthur) and Glenn Conlin (Judy). Cherished grandmother of 14 and great-grandmother of 19. Dear sister of Mary Botham (Roy) and sister-in-law of John Pander. Predeceased by her parents Edwin and Mary Holmes and her sister Aileen Pander. Fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends were invited to visit with the family at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls, on Saturday, April 30, 2016 from 12 noon until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 2:30 pm. Interment followed at St. Bede’s Anglican Cemetery, Nolans Corners. As expressions of sympathy donations to St. Bede’s Cemetery would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca.

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Isabell H., nee Lee, Tetlock

Isabell passed away in the Smiths Falls hospital on Saturday, April 23rd, 2016 in her 90th year. She was born on December 30th, 1926 in Davidson, Saskatchewan. Isabell was predeceased by her parents George and Katherine (MacFayden) Lee, her husband Roy Gilbert Tetlock and her 2 brothers and 3 sisters who lived in Saskatchewan. She will be sadly missed by daughters Nancy and Linda Tetlock, son Neil (Liz) Tetlock, grandchildren Wesley and Leighanna and friends and relatives on the Scotch Line near Perth and in Saskatchewan. A service to honour her life was held on Thursday, April 28th, 2016 at 12:30 P.M. at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W., Perth. Interment will follow in Elmwood Cemetery. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in her memory are asked to consider your local humane society, something important to Isabell.

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BURROWS James “Jimmy Cricket”

Peacefully at home on Friday, April 29, 2016 in his 65th year. Father of Jason, grandfather of Jayden. Dear brother of Darlene Evoy (Susie), Edna McRae and Donna Burrows. Dear brother-in-law of Sheila Burrows. Predeceased by his parents Desmond and Hazel Burrows, by his brothers Ronnie and LeRoy, and sister Patricia. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews, extended family and friends. Jimmy will be sadly missed by his furry friend Sierra. Friends were invited to visit with the family at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls, on Monday, May 2, 2016 from 2-4 and 6-8PM. A Funeral Service was held in the Chapel on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 at 11 o’clock. Interment followed at Hillcrest Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations to L.A.W.S or any Charity of Your Choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

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Lalonde, Carman Archibald Peacefully in hospital, Carleton Place, surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday, May 1, 2016, in his 90th year. Dearly loved and devoted husband and best friend of the late Irene Isobel Lalonde (nee Blackburn). Much loved and loving dad of Heather (Carlos Grimm) and Ian (Jody Drew). Adored “Grampy” of Stephanie (Perry) Seccaspina and Hannah Southwell. Cherished “Great-Grampy” of Sophia. Predeceased by sisters Kaye McLLravey and Ruby Magahey and brothers Boyd, Harvey, Clarence, Ernie and Stewart. Survived by his brother-inlaw and sister-in-law Raymond and Ruby Blackburn. Loved by many nieces and nephews. Carman will be sadly missed by Joyce Tennant. Carman loved life, his family, the great outdoors and having good times with family and friends. He had a warm and compassionate disposition, always respectful of others’ feelings and opinions and was a totally devoted husband, dad, grandpa, brother and friend. Friends may visit the family at the Alan R Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place on Thursday, May 5, 2016 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the Chapel on Friday at 11 a.m. Interment at Greenwood Cemetery, Middleville. Donations to the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. A heartfelt thank you to the Staff, Doctors and wonderful Nurses for their outstanding care and compassion given to Carman. www.barkerfh.com

Thompson Ivan William

Longtime Member Carleton Place Lions Club Peacefully in hospital, Carleton Place, with loved ones by his side, on Saturday, February 20, 2016 in his 77th year. Predeceased by his loved wife Betty. Cherished companion of Barb McFarlane. Much loved dad of Steve (Jill Miller), Jason,the late David and the late Susan. “Poppa Ivan” of Kyus, Soren, Seamus, Michael, Jake and Sam. Dear great-grandfather of Dominik. Dear brother of Marion, late Allan, late Carman, late Fern and the late Howie. Friends and family are invited to attend a graveside service which will be held at United Cemeteries, Cemetery Side Road , Carleton Place on Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 11 a.m. followed by a celebration at the Army, Navy, Air Force Club in the afternoon. For those desiring donations to the Carleton Place Lions Club would by appreciated by the family. A heartfelt thank you to Barb McFarlane, Kate McFarlane-Brennan, Jason Watson, Dean & Kelly McDonald, Jeff Keill, Russell Harris, Helene Anderson, Robert Anderson, Dr. Scott Higham and the staff of the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital and to Jill for all her love and support.b www.barkerfh.com

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Passed away peacefully at the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital, surrounded by his family on Monday, April 25, 2016 at the age of 68. Loving and devoted father of Derek, David, Christopher (Heather), and Jeffrey. Cherished grandfather of Ella, Kayla, Eliana, Emily, Chase and Isabella. Don will be sadly missed by his sister Lorraine (Tim) Carter, Susan Gauthier, daughter-in-law Ana Carolina Gauthier, his close friend Carmel and his nieces Lindsay and Danielle. He is predeceased by his parents Lionel and Fleurette Gauthier, his brother Harvey and his sister Denise (Dwight) Cudmore. Don was a long time employee of Kidd Creek/Falconbridge while living in South Porcupine. He had a passion for the outdoors which included hunting and fishing. He had a love of music and was an accomplished guitar player along with being an avid sports fan. He never missed cheering for his beloved Montreal Canadiens. The family would like to extend special gratitude to Dr. Siyih, his nurse Kristen and the staff at the Willowdale Retirement Home along with the doctors, nurses and staff at the Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital. The family will be holding a private memorial service. If desired, memorial contributions in memory of Don may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Juvenile Diabetes Association (JDRF). Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com


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Baker Eleanor Doris Baker

December 22, 1944 ~ May 3, 2016 Peacefully at her home surrounded by all who most deeply loved her. Eleanor was the companion and best friend of Keith Greigson. Loving and devoted mother of Lynn (Michael Mackie) and Sharon (Kevin Burns). Cherished grandmother of Meagan (Chad McLeod) and April Burns. Loving sister of Bill Howie (late Marie) and the late Patricia (Robert) Wilkinson. She is also predeceased by her first husband John Baker. Eleanor is survived by her brother John (Lorraine) Howie and will be fondly remembered by Keith’s children Tracy Greer (Troy) and Cindy Young (Paul), along with her many nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. Eleanor passed away in her 73rd year, bringing to an end a very full life, but leaving behind so many lasting memories and impressions. Please join with the family and friends to honour and celebrate Eleanor’s life at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Thursday, May 5, 2016 from 4 to 6 p.m. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to LAWS. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Herbert, 81

Herb died peacefully and unexpectedly in his own bed, on April 21, 2016. He had just proudly finished up the maple syrup season, with a little help from his friends. Born in Toronto on Sept. 30, 1934, Herb was the son of Herb and Phillis Cook. He is survived by four children (Sheila, Heather, James and Kathryn), eight grandchildren and one great-grandson. He was predeceased by his wife Kay (McKenzie) of Port Elgin. Herb spent his working career as retail manager with the Woolworth Company in Toronto and London, Ontario but his true passion was the outdoors. His children, grandchildren and many friends have happy memories of camping, fishing, hunting and boating with Herb. He was fortunate to be able to retire early and enjoy the church near North Augusta, which he and Kay renovated into a beautiful residence. Herb felt very much at home in Eastern Ontario and made himself part of the community. His family and friends are heartbroken at his death, but comforted by the knowledge that Herb lived on his own terms, right up until his last day. His wisdom and humour will live on through those who love him. A memorial service will be held on May 15 for close friends and family. DEATH NOTICE

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Coupland Ruth M. Coupland passed away at Lanark Lodge on April 26, 2016 at the age of 97. Born Ruth Margaret M a g o w a n January 21, 1919 at Ballycarry, Northern Ireland. Ruth married (Major) John David Coupland in 1942 and came to Canada as a war bride. Predeceased by her husband in 1995 and her daughter Billie in 2011. She will be lovingly remembered by her children John (Deretta) Coupland, Rex (Debbie) Coupland, Freddie (Pete) McCulloch, Jo Coupland, Bobbie (Brian) Lee, James (Trish) Coupland and son-in-law Allen Lee and her sister’s children in Ireland, Catherine Esler, Joe (Doreen) Doherty and Nancy (Mike) Weller and their families. Ruth was grandmother to twenty, great grandmother to sixteen and great great grandmother to two. The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff at Lanark Lodge for many years of care and support. Funeral arrangements will remain private. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

DEATH NOTICE NEILL Ronald Cyril (Devoted Dad & Husband) (Avid Golfer & Gentleman Farmer) Passed away peacefully with his loving wife by his side on April 28, 2016 in the Fairview Manor.

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Ron Formerly of Cedar Hill and currently from Almonte, at the age of 86. Beloved husband for over 58 years to Betty. Fabulous father to four children Robert (Karen), Paul, Michael (Judy), and Joanne. Proud “Grampa” to Eric, Ashley, Melissa, Tiffany, Scott, Matthias, Lucas and Madeline, also great-grampa to Cameron. Remembered by his relatives and friends. Family and Friends Visited C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON 613-256-3313 On Saturday, April 30, 2016 from 11am to 1pm. Funeral Service followed viewing in the Gamble Chapel at 1pm. Interment Union Cemetery. (Pakenham, ON.) Donations in memory of Ron may be made to the Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation. A special thanks to the nurses and staff at the Almonte Hospital and Fairview Manor for their loving care Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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C.R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc.

1927 - 2016 A memorial service for family and friends to honour Bud’s life will be held on Saturday, May 7th, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. in the Snow Road Presbyterian Church. Interment will take place following the service in Crawford’s Cemetery.

ROSENTHAL, Audrey Louise (Stanley)

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

FRASER

James (Jim)

October 15, 1937 – April 30, 2016 Peacefully in the house he built and home he made in Franktown, surrounded by his family, after a 2 year battle with lung cancer. Born in Elgin, Scotland 78 years ago, Jim immigrated to Canada in 1963. Survived by his beloved wife of 44 years Jean (née McNeill), loving and supportive father of Jessica (Mark) Hetherington of Ottawa, Elizabeth (Ross) Barlow of Prince George BC, and Hamish (Victoria) Fraser of Carleton Place, and the proud grandpa of Justin, Hugh, Grey, Ella, Christopher, the late Elgin-Alexander, Alysston, Bromley, Breton, and the step-grandpa to Taylor and Charles. Cherished brother of Bella Moore of Suffolk, England, and many in-laws, nieces, nephews, and friends. Predeceased by his parents and many siblings. Jim will be forever remembered for his sociable nature and commitment to his family. Join us Wednesday, May 11, 2016 for a service to begin at 5:00 pm, followed by a celebration of Jim’s life, at the Carleton Place Canadian Legion, 177 George St., Carleton Place, Ontario. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Legion (Branch 192) or to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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McIntyre, Edward Thomas Michele Helene Tapp

Michele passed away peacefully in the Perth hospital on Sunday, May 1st, 2016 at the age of 60 years. She was predeceased by her parents John and Jeanette (Lafleur) Tapp and brother Bob Tapp. Michele will be sadly missed by her husband Clifford “Clem” Browne, sisters Lynn and Karen (Pierre), brother John Paul (Melodie), her niece and nephews. She was the former owner of Reina’s Antiques, Balderson. Family and friends are invited to gather at Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Thursday, May 5th, 2016 from 2:00 to 3:00 P.M. There will be a sharing of memories at 3:00 P.M. Interment will be private. Those wishing are asked to consider memorial donations to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Lung Association. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

Peacefully at his home in Ferguson’s Falls, April 26, 2016 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of Janet Elizabeth (Hollinger). Loving father of John McIntyre (Dena Comley) and Katie McIntyre. Cherished grandfather of Jakob Hallam, Finn Hallam, Abigale McIntyre and Leia McIntyre. He will be sadly missed by his surviving family, many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Survived by his brothers Dalton, Kenneth, Lorne, David, William and Robert. Predeceased by his brother Greg. We feel your warmth around us; your presence is so near. We close our eyes and see your face, when you were with us here. We think of times we spent together, they are locked inside our heart. As long as we have those memories, we will never be apart. Missing you always. Friends visited the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Saturday April 30, 2016, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Project North. www.projectnorth.ca. www.barkerfh.com

Peacefully at Bridlewood Trails Retirement Residence on Sunday April 24, at age 102, surrounded by family. Beloved wife of the late Malcolm (Mac). Dearest Mother of Betty (Norm Tomback) and Douglas (Carole). Grandmother of Susan (Stacey Smith), Douglas (Rebecca), Mark (Jennifer), Neil (Tara), and Lynne (Jonathan). “GG” was much loved by great-grandchildren Aaron, Maya, Abigail, Madeleine, Ben, Lauren, Isabel and Simon. Audrey was predeceased by her sisters Erica, Betty, Ada (Babe) and Evelyn. As a centenarian, Audrey experienced many of life’s wonderful events. She lived most of her life in Ottawa with brief sojourns in Calgary, Toronto and England when she and her 2 children travelled with Mac, an RCAF officer. Upon Mac’s retirement from the RCAF, they spent 11 years in Montreal. 1974 brought retirement to Perth, ON where they enjoyed 34 years on Otty Lake, interspersed with 25 winters as Snowbirds in Florida. Curling, golf, distant travels, and many friendships were a vibrant part of their lives. After Mac’s passing, Audrey continued to live “at the lake” until she moved to Kanata in 2013. The family would like to extend its gratitude to the staff at ‘the Trails’ for the care, compassion and support it showed Mom in the three years she lived there. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements for a service celebrating her life will be announced later. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society or the Arthritis Society.

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Laframboise Richard Joseph Magloire Laframboise

Veteran of World War II Richard passed away peacefully in Perth hospital on Thursday April 28th, 2016 at the age of 94 years. He was the beloved husband of Margaret (Tadgell) Laframboise and loving father of Raymond and Annette. Richard was the very proud and cherished grandfather of Gerard, Denise, Lori, Ron and Shannon and brother to Rita. He was predeceased by his children Diane, Denise, Michael and Anne-Marie and his brothers and sisters Gerard, Claude, Therese, Yvette and Gratia. Richard will be sadly missed by several cherished nieces and nephews. He was a former employee of the Montreal Star and Montreal Gazette. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Tuesday, May 3rd, 2016 from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. A sharing of memories and a Legion Veteran’s Service was held between 4:00 and 5:00 P.M. Interment will be scheduled at a later date, at the family plot in Chateauguay, Quebec. In remembrance of Richard, contributions to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Edmonds Grant James Edmonds

It is with great sadness that we have to announce the passing of Grant James Edmonds, at Perth Community Care Centre, on Wednesday, April 27, 2016, at the age of 82. Grant was predeceased by his parents Cliff and Sadie Edmonds, and his sister Carmel. He will be greatly missed by Rita, his loving wife of over 55 years, his 3 sons, Patrick, Larry, and Brian, his daughter, Lyne and their families. Grant was a loving brother to brother Gary, of Germany, and sisters Vera and Beth, both of Ottawa. Much Loved grandfather to Alyssa, Jamie-Lee, Jessica, Ian and Steve, as well as his cherished greatgrandchildren. With respect to Grant’s wishes, there will be no visitation or formal funeral service. Instead, a celebration of Grant’s life will be held on Friday, May 13th, at 7:00 pm at Branch #244 of the Royal Canadian Legion, 26 Beckwith Street, East, Perth. For those wishing, donations to the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation, would be greatly appreciated. Mr. Edmonds’ arrangements are in the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth. 613-267-3082


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BRYDEN

Eldon L. (Eldie)

A celebration of life for Joyce de Fayer, mother of Andrea Struthers (Doug) will take place on Thursday May 19th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Basil’s Catholic Church, Ottawa. Reception to follow.

Peacefully at the Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital-Smiths Falls Site on Monday May 2, 2016. Eldie Bryden of Portland, in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Shirley Bond. Dear father of Kim (Paul) Gomes of Athens. Predeceased by son, Kirk Bryden as well as brother, Jack Bryden and sister, Eleanor Wills. Fondly remembered by grandsons, Stuart (Justine) and Ryan Gomes. Predeceased by grandson, Dillon. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Reception will be held in Portland United Church on Saturday May 7, 2016 from 12 Noon until 2 o’clock. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations made to Portland United Church or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. (Memorial donations by cheque only). Funeral arrangements entrusted to the SCOTLAND FUNERAL HOME, 27 MAIN STREET, ELGIN 1-613-359-5555 or at www.scotlandfuneralhome.com. Burial, Cremation and Pre-Arrangement Centre

Daniell Geoffrey Edward Daniell

Geoffrey passed away peacefully in hospital in Perth on Wednesday April 27th, 2016 in his 77th year and went to be with the Lord. He was a devoted husband of Audrey (Dupuis) Daniell, beloved brother of Margaret (Wayne) Dupuis and best friend of Ron (Manon) Powers. Geoff will be missed by many family and friends. Thanks to the Perth Hospital staff and grateful thanks to Lanark Lodge staff, especially those in the Maples area. Arrangements are private for the family. In remembrance of Geoffrey, contributions to the Lanark Lodge Memorial Fund or the Alzheimers Society of Lanark County would be appreciated. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

HAWKINS, Ken – In loving memory of a special Dad and Grandpa who passed away May 3, 2001. The moment that you died, Our hearts split in two, One side filled with memories, The other died with you. We often lay awake at night, When the world is fast asleep, And take a walk down memory lane, With tears upon our cheeks. Remembering you is easy, We do it every day, But missing you is a heartache, That never goes away. We love and miss you so much. Love, Sue , Heather, Rob, Lisa, Michele and families

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

Gordon Robert Manarey February 27, 1958 - April 17, 2006 Ten years gone but not forgotten and still missed. From an old friend

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IN MEMORIAM

BEAUPRE, Glen May 6, 2012 Remembering you is easy, We do it every day. Miss you Sanferd Love Ruby

HAMILTON, Debra

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 23, 2016 in her 60th year, following a valiant struggle with cancer. Beloved wife of the late David. Loving mother of Blake. Cherished sister and sister-in-law of Deanne (late Douglas), Alana, John, Bobbi (Klaus), Neil (Marnie), Keith (Mary), and Brian. She will be greatly missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and co-workers. Special thanks to the wonderful nurses, doctors, and staff at the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital palliative care unit. A celebration of life will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church Hall, 28 Hawthorne Avenue, Carleton Place on Monday, May 9 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, and if you so desire, a donation to the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation, the Canadian Cancer Society, or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

DOWDALL, Aug. 8, 1939-May 7, 2015 In remembrance of a dear husband, father and grandfather, Kenneth Dowdall. Though absent you are very near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. You are always in our thoughts, Forever in our hearts. Love, Sharon, Steven, Todd, Brad and families

HAUGHIAN – In loving memory of a dear Aunt Nora (Lally) who passed away May 8, 2008. In loving memory of a dear Uncle Vincent, who passed away September 24, 2004. Every day in some small way Memories of you come our way Though absent, you are ever near Still missed, still loved and ever dear. Always remembered Brian, Jane and family

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IN MEMORIAM

GIBSON

Earl Francis

June 2, 1940 to April 26, 2016 Earl Francis Gibson (retired member of OPP for 33 years)... Left to mourn are his partner and best friend, Donna Wilson and his daughters Catherine Gibson (Matthew Ferguson), Jane (Steven) Craske, and granddaughter Madison Craske. Also left to mourn are Donna’s family; Lorrie (Henry) Catala, Kim (John) Stockton, Sandy (John) Fusco and Stew (Trish) Wilson. Sadly missed by sisters Verna (Blair) Poole, Beatrice Gibson, Norma (Dave) Ennis, and Carol (Jerry) Brownlee, as well as many nieces, nephews, friends, and long-time friends Bob and Heather Foley. In keeping with Earl’s wishes, there will be no visitation or service; cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to the Weaver Family Funeral Home - Life Centre. If desired, memorial donations to the Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated.

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

Sister Janet Marie Hendry SJCC January 21, 1952 – May 11, 2010 Always loved and remembered Your Mom and 8 siblings

CRAWFORD, Orval – In fond and loving memory of the best husband and father in the world, Orval Crawford who passed away May 3, 2003. It’s sad but true and we wonder why, The best are always first to die. There is always a face before us, A voice we would love to hear, A smile we will always remember, Of a husband and father we loved so dear. To his grave in thought we wander, And wished that he could speak. But we stand there in silence, And picture him asleep. We cannot bring the good days back, When we were all together, But beautiful memories silently kept, Of a wonderful husband and father, We will never forget. Too dearly loved to ever be forgotten By his loving wife Dolly Four sons and their families

McLAREN – In loving memory of my Mum, Norma McLaren who passed away suddenly on Mother’s Day, May 10, 2015. Gone but never forgotten If roses grow in heaven Lord pick a bunch for me, Place them in my Mum’s arms And tell her they are from me. Tell her I love and miss her And when she turns to smile, Place a kiss upon her cheek And hold her for awhile. Because remembering her is easy, I do it every day But there’s an ache within my heart That will never go away. Love always Linda, Dan and family

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WATSON, Ken – In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who passed away April 29, 2000. What would I give to clasp his hand, His happy face to see. To hear his voice And see his smile, That meant so much to me. Forever missed by Wife Corrie Daughters Cathy (Joey) and Jennifer Grandchildren Michael and Jessica


HULL, Daisy In loving memory of a dear mother and motherin-law, who passed away May 10, 1984. You come to us in memories Of times out of the past, You will never be forgotten As long as life and memory last While missing you is endless Each day we wish for more But comfort is found in knowing You are watching from Heaven’s door. Love always Donna and Lynn

HALLIWELL, Kevin Kevin, it’s hard to believe that a year on May 7th you passed away. We are thinking of you today and every day and know that you are at peace. Love and miss you. Maryann Duberville (sister) Gary Halliwell (brother) Bill Halliwell (Dad) and their families

DIXON, Duane – In loving memory of a dear husband, Duane, who passed away on May 7, 1995. As time goes by without you, The days have turned to years,. They hold a million memories, And a thousand silent tears. To me you were so special, What more is there to say, Except I wish with all my heart, That you were here today. Forever loved and missed dearly, Joan

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IN MEMORIAM

DIXON, Duane – In loving memory of a dear father, father-in-law and grandfather who passed away on May 7, 1995. Things we feel most deeply, Are the hardest things to say. But Dad you’re missed and loved, In a very special way. If we could have one life time wish, One dream we know would come true, We would pray to God with all our hearts, For yesterday and you. Sadly missed and forever loved, Dawn, Brian and Michaela and Dale, Sue and Helena

HARPER, Raymond When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather, who was taken from us three years on May 4th, 2013. There will always be a heartache And often a silent tear. But always a precious memory Of the days when you were here. We hold you close within our hearts and there you will remain. To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again. Will always be remembered Your loving wife Bonnie and family xo

COMING EVENTS

IN MEMORIAM Mother’s Day In loving memory of a Sweet Mom, Violet; a Sweet Mom-In-Law, Dorothy; Sweet Baby Sisters; Beautiful Grandmothers; Beautiful Great Grandmothers; Loving Sisters-In-Law; Wonderful Aunts and Wonderful Great Aunts. God’s Garden must be beautiful. He only takes the best. Love Lynda xoxo

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McLAREN, Norma 1928–2015 In loving memory of a dear mom, grandmother and great-grandmother who passed away May 10th, 2015. Remember our mom with a smile today, She wasn’t one for tears. Reflect instead on memories, Of all the happy years. Recall her laugh, the way she spoke, The funny things she did, Her strength, her love, the way she joked, Her eyes that shone with fun. So much of her that never died, She left for everyone. Thanks for the memories. Love Bob, Judy Stephanie, Blade and Norm

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Perth, 30 Mather, 2 bedroom apartment, available June 1. Parking included, $750/month plus hydro, 613-326-0903. Perth, bachelor apt. Clean adult building. Laundry facilities. Parking. $550/mth. Hydro extra. Available immediately. 613-283-5996. Perth, large 2 bedroom heated apartment, very clean, hardwood floors, 2nd floor quiet secured downtown building, fridge,stove & water included. $900/montth references required 613-264-4565

House for Sale, 45 Halton St. In town Perth, 3 bedroom, has been renovated. Quiet area. By appointment only. Asking $179,500. 613-283-8278 613-285-0213. Smiths Falls. 2 bedroom basement apartment, heat, central air and parking included. In quiet neigh- 2 two acre treed building bourhood. $850/month. lots for sale, $45,000 Please call 613-267-9502 each. Deeded water access available for +$ at 767 Iron ask for Jackie or Jimmy. Mine Road, Sheridan’s Info: Gerry Smiths Falls, ground Rapids. floor, 2 bedroom apart- 613-278-0088 ment. Newly renovated. Stove, fridge, parking, wa- Duplex wanted for purter, washer and dryer in- chase. Almonte/Carlecluded. Central location. ton Place Area. If you Pet friendly. $700 monthly are thinking of selling, I plus utilities (gas and hy- am interested in buying Call dro). First and last re- privately. 613-256-5401 Smiths Falls. 10-20 Pearl quired. 613-283-0746. St and 15-1/2 Russell St. 1- Bachelor apartment Smiths Falls Large, bright, Perth, Tweedsmuir Wel$600 everything included. 2 bedroom upper duplex land St. Secure seniors 2- Two bedroom $950 apartment. New kitch- building 2 bedroom Conupgraded do, June 1, all appliances, everything included. 3- en/appliances, water included. Coffee Culture Building bathroom, recently painted heat, apartment, must see, throughout, new laundry $1100/mnth, plus hydro, room, parking. closed-in no smoking, Gerry huge. Please contact Darlene at 613-283-9799 or balcony off 2nd bedroom. 613-278-0088 Unfurnished. Heat includ613-207-1255 for appointment or Steve at ed, Tenants pay Hydro. required. REAL ESTATE 613-205-1403. On Russell References SERVICES St., retail stores for rent, $1,200 a month. Call John contact Darlene at 613-325-7781 to book a 613-283-9799 or showing. 9th floor penthouse condo 613-207-1255 for appointSmiths Falls, Toulon in Perth, 2000 sq. ft. plus ment. Place Apartments, 3rd large outdoor patio and 3 1 bedroom balconies. 2-1/2 bathSmiths Falls, 1st floor floor, rooms, 4 bedrooms. All condo, 2 bedrooms plus 1 $740/mth; ground floor 2 modernized and upgraded, $915/month. large loft for rent. Includes bedroom, including all new windows fridge, stove, microwave, Both available immediate- and patio doors. Asking freezer, washer and dryer. ly. Clean, quiet, secure price $350,000. Call Non-smoking. No pets. building, live-in superin- 613-267-7062. $950 plus hydro. tendent, ground floor laundry. 613-283-9650. 613-342-0829.

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Perth- New senior luxury rental apt. unit. Available immediately. Unit is 800 sq. ft. 1 bedroom, 1 media room. Brick building. Central air. Propane heat. In floor heating in bathroom. Front and back porches. Emergency backup power. Crown moulding. Porcelain floors, modern kitchen. $1,100/mth. plus utilities includes dishwasher and washer and dryer. One 8x10 exterior shed included for each rental unit. References required. Rentals for 1 year lease preferred. No pets. No smoking. Inquiries: Lyne 613-812-5790 or fisher@ripnet.com

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FULL-TIME (37.5 HRS WEEKLY) CPHC is a not for profit charitable organization that provides a broad range of Community Support Services throughout Lanark, Leeds & Grenville. CPHC has an immediate opening for a Full Time Finance Manager. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Finance Manager will plan, develop and manage the financial services of Community & Primary Health Care (CPHC), including Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Financial Planning/Analysis, and Reporting. Duties: • Manage the accumulation and compilation of all financial data necessary for accurate accounting of consolidated program results; • Support Program Directors, Executive and Senior Management in defining strategies through interpretation of program results and developing pro-active strategy around insight gained from data collection, including financial planning and forecasting, monitoring of revenues and expenses, reviewing operating statements and general ledger accounts, and preparing various internal and external reports; • Prepare, implement and monitor budgets and forecasts for CPHC; • Ensure compliance and timely reporting of all regulatory requirements including Ontario Healthcare Reporting Standards; • Work in collaboration with the Executive Director and Finance team ensuring that effective accounting and financial controls are followed; • Provide direction, training and supervision to Finance staff. Education/Specific Training Requirements: • Business Administration College Diploma with Accounting major or University Degree in Commerce; • Highly competent with strong knowledge of accounting software systems. GP Dynamics an asset; • Advanced computer skills particularly in Excel, and solid communication, analytical and management skills; • Ability to gather, analyze and interpret financial data in order to make strategic business recommendations; • Management experience in a unionized environment preferred; • Knowledge of all aspects of accounting standards for not-for-profits an asset; • Ability to interact effectively with internal and external contacts at all levels; • Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.. A full job description is available on the CPHC website at www.cphcare.ca Interested applicants may submit their application and resume in confidence by MAY 12TH, 2016 to the attention of: Chacity Einfeldt, Administrative / Human Resources Assistant 2235 Parkedale Ave, Brockville, ON K6V 6B2 Fax: 613-342-7582; Email: careers@cphcare.ca We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Guildline Instruments Limited, a local manufacturer of high precision instrumentation for the fields of metrology and oceanography with world-wide distribution has an immediate requirement for an Electronic Technician/Technologist. • Qualified candidates must have a Community College Diploma as an Electronic Technician/Technologist. • Three years experience in the calibration, test and repair of precision electronic measurement instruments according to written procedures. • Demonstrated analysis and troubleshooting skills. • Must be able to maintain test equipment and working plant standards to specified functionality and accuracy. • Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel. • Must be highly motivated, and have a strong work ethic • Must have excellent communication skills and work effectively as a team member Qualified candidates please forward resume to: Guildline Instruments Limited Human Resources Dept. P.O. Box 99 Smiths Falls, ON. K7A 4S9 Fax: 613 283-6082 E-mail: hr@guildline.ca We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. HELP WANTED

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CASUAL RPN’S • Current OR experience (within the last two years) Part Time RN • Post graduate Operating Room Course Nurses must possess excellent interpersonal skills including distinguished verbal communication abililties and exercises behaviours consistent with PSFDH Mission, Vision and Values Qualified applicants are invited to send a résume and letter of application by May 13, 2016 in confidence to: The Human Resources Department Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital 60 Cornelia Street West Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 2H9 Email – tgray@psfdh.on.ca Fax - (613) 283-0520 Telephone - (613) 283-2330 Ext. 1132 Website - www.psfdh.on.ca Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-283-2330 ext. 1132 for assistance. We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario Box 2222, 2755 Highway 43 Kemptville, Ontario K0G 1J0

The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital, is a progressive two site facility serving a catchment area of 44,000 residents of Perth, Smiths Falls and surrounding area. We are a fully accredited Hospital delivering a broad range of primary and secondary services. REGISTERED NURSE/REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSES

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Equipment Operator The Township of Montague is seeking an individual to fill the position of Equipment Operator. Knowledge & Skills: • Experience in operating and maintaining construction machinery • Ability to drive heavy trucks with a minimum of Class ‘DZ’ driver’s licence • Physically capable of doing manual labour • Tandem/axle snowplow experience required • Grader and excavator experience considered an asset • Flexible work hours (able to work outside of normal hours) • Minimum three years relevant experience • Ability to work with minimum supervision A detailed job description is available upon request. Qualified individuals are invited to forward their resume along with a covering letter by fax, mail, email or in person to the address below by noon on May 13, 2016: The Township of Montague ATTN: Shirley Szulhan, Admin. Asst. 6547 Rogers Stevens Drive PO Box 755 Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4W6 Fax: 613‐283‐3112 Email: sszulhan@township.montague.on.ca The Municipality thanks all applicants for their interest, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment. The Township is an equal opportunity employer and that accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon request.

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Central Board Office, Kemptville, Ontario $62,482 - $74,384 The Executive Assistant reports to and works closely with the Director of Education. This position provides administrative support and assistance to Executive Council, acts as the Board’s Protocol Officer, and contact for Freedom of Information and Ombudsman. The Executive Assistant is responsible for establishing and maintaining the School Board’s Records Management System, Student Information System (SIS) and Ministry of Education’s Ontario School Information System (OnSIS). Please refer to our website www.cdsbeo.on.ca for specific details related to the job description and other requirements. Interested applicants are requested to forward a cover letter and resume, verification of educational qualifications, and professional/ personal references by May 13, 2016 to the attention of:

Barb Renaud Coordinator of Employee Services Fax: (613) 258-3610 E-mail: hr@cdsbeo.on.ca Only those candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest.

Learning and Growing Together in Christ CDSBEO is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible and barrier-free workplace. If you will require an accommodation during the job selection process, please let us know and we will work to meet your needs. Brent Laton Chair of the Board

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HELP WANTED Interior Heavy Equipment Operator School. HandsOn tasks. Start Weekly. GPS Training. Funding & housing available. Job Aid. Already a HEO? Get certification proof! Call 1-866-399-3853 or iheschool.com. Rabb Construction looking for driver/equipment operator/float/labourer (jack of all trades). DZ-AZ operator for shovel dozer backhoe. Fax resume and driver’s abstract to 613-838-3364.

SUMMER JOBS -- We’re looking for bright, energetic people who enjoy the outdoors for employment at our berry farms and kiosks in Nepean, Barrhaven, Manotick, Kanata, Stittsville, Kemptville, Almonte and Carleton Place. Apply online at www.shouldicefarm.com

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1-888-967-3237 1-888-WORD ADS

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

HELP WANTED

seeking

Food Service Coordinator

To ensure the production of high quality food for an Assisted Living/Memory Care location. Responsible for but not limited to budget control, ordering, developing menus, scheduling and management of dietary department. Red Seal with 3-5 years experience in fine dining cuisine an asset. Please forward CV to Tracy Latreille at boccarleton@symphonyseniorliving.com

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WE WANT YOU! NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR ALL POSITIONS Fill out and submit online application: www.foodsmiths.com or pick up an application in store: 106 Wilson St. West, Perth 613.267.5409 Ext. 103 Email or fax application to: humanresources@foodsmiths.com

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CARLETON PLACE TERRACE

Access Taxi requires Full and Part-Time drivers for Perth and Smiths Falls

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Small engine mechanic with ability to do construction work. Full time hours. Perth area. 613-264-8143.

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ASL Agrodrain is adding to the equipment support team and invites applications for the position of Heavy Equipment Mechanic. The successful applicant must be a licensed heavy equipment mechanic with preferably a minimum of 5 years’ experience diagnosing and repairing earthmoving equipment. The position will primarily entail field service work related to the repair and maintenance of late model, major brand equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, and off-road trucks. A well-equipped service truck based at a new shop near Osgoode (Ontario) is supplied for work purposes. ASL Agrodrain offers a competitive salary together with medical and dental benefits. Please apply by submitting a resume with cover letter to admin@aslcontractors.com.

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WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES LICENSED SMALL ENGINE TECHNICIAN REQUIRED Reis Equipment is in search of a licensed technician for small engines for their Ottawa dealership location. This technician must be certified in small engine mechanic. The candidate must be independent with a positive initiative. Excellent communication skills, is a must and enjoy customer interaction. He/she must be proficient with computer systems and programs as they apply to diagnostic and testing. You must also have your own tools. Salary will be based on knowledge and experience. Please send all resume to the attention of Denis Caron, Operating Manager via e-mail denisc@reisequipment.ca or by fax: 613-836-5904 We would like to take this opportunity to thank all applicants. Only the most suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview. CLR672225_0324

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1st..........................Paper 2nd........................Cotton 3rd ......................Leather 4th ........................ Books 5th .........................Wood 6th ................Candy, Iron 7th .............Copper, Wool 8th ......... Bronze, Pottery 9th ..........Pottery, Willow 10th .........Tin, Aluminum 11th ........................Steel 12th ............... Linen, Silk 13th ...................... Lace

14th ...................... Ivory 15th ...................Crystal 20th .....................China 25th .....................Silver 30th ......................Pearl 35th ......................Coral 40th ......................Ruby 45th ................Sapphire 50th .......................Gold 55th .................Emerald 60th ................Diamond 70th ................Platinum

Call the classified department 1-800-267-7936 or 283-3182 65 Lorne St., Smiths Falls

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DICA Electronics Ltd, located in Carleton Place, is seeking a motivated Electronic Technician. This position works closely with Technical Support to build and test mechanical assemblies and PCBs. Qualifications include: • Excellent ability for understanding schematics, circuit diagrams, PCB drawings and BOMs • Experience in troubleshooting electronic board faults using multimeters, oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzer • Technical degree in Electronics or equivalent • Min 5 years of relevant work experience Please visit www.dica.ca for a full job description. Resumes should be e-mailed to careers@dica.ca. Deadline for submission is Friday, May 20th. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

WELBURN SERVICE LTD. Brockville, Ontario is hiring an

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Full time Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Hourly wages to be determined by qualifications and experience Class A Certification, required, along with the following skills: • Maintaining efficiency and accuracy in diagnosing as well as repairing vehicles. • Ability to identify the problem quickly. • Good knowledge of automobiles. • Effective analytical and communication skills. • Good reading, computer, and mathematics skills. • Ability to learn new technology and repair and service procedures and specifications. • Should be able to operate electronic diagnostic equipment. • Will be willing to be certified for Drive Clean emissions repair technician. To apply email résume to: welburnservice1@cogeco.net or stop by in person at 545 King St. W., Brockville

AS/R CANADA INC.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

BE YOUR OWN BOSS FOR SALE

Eavestroughing Business of 40 yrs Owner Retiring

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Looking for an online business? I can Help! You will receive free training and after support. Go to www.123freedom4life.com and check it out. Requires a computer and telephone and 5-15 hours weekly.

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AUCTIONS GALETTA LIVESTOCK HORSE CONSIGNMENT SALE Saturday May 14, 2016. Tack 10 am. Equipment Noon. Horses Sell at 2 pm. 3340 Galetta Side Road, 1/2 hr West of Kanata. 10 min East of Arnprior. To consign call 613-622-1295

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National Online Boat & RV Auction May 11th, 2016. Boats, RVs’ Atv’s, S n o w m o b i l e s , side/side’s and more!! Pre-bidding begins May 9th, 2016. For more information visit AeroAuctions.ca Consignments Welcome. **Don’t miss our Heavy Equipment and Transportation Auction on May 10th, 2016 as well. Call Toll Free 1-866-375-6109 or 705-730-2411

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LIQUIDATION AUCTION SALE on Sat., May 7/16 @ 9 am for Gananoque Rent-All Ltd. & Country Depot @ 825 Stone Street North, Gananoque, ON K7G 1Z7 from Hwy 401 take Hwy 32 south to site A 5th day is required to auction off the remaining balance of the $700,000.00 worth of inventory. This final & last day will yet offer a treasure trove, to coin a phrase “the nuts and bolts of the business”. New, brand name products & many other items too numerous to mention… The Schur’s, proprietors for 33 years, are retiring. They will now pause from their usual routine to thank everyone for their friendship, business & opportunity to serve the community. Terms: Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa, M/C – Catering

Auctioneers & Qualified Appraisers JIM & TREVOR HANDS: THE VOICES OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613) 267-6027 or (613) 326-0461 www.jimhandsauction.com

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Saturday, May 7, 2016

Auction 10 a.m. * Viewing 9 a.m.

200+ diecast and specialty car collection, stamps, coins, 1000’s of sports and non-sports cards. Signs, Inuit carvings, JD pedal tractor and much more!

Charity items auction for CHEO at 12 pm Terms: Cash or Good Cheque Canteen by Civitan

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AUCTION SALE Saturday May 14, 2016 10:00 AM sharp For the estate of the late Wilfred Carroll to be held at his former farm located at 2015 Marchhurst Rd., Kanata, Ontario. JD 2550 2 wd drive tractor in excellent condition; IH 624 2 wd tractor; Geo White 7’ snow blower; 8 HP hydraulic wood splitter; 6’ scraper blade; IH 435 square baler; IH 175 Manure Spreader; Westeel Rosco 5 ring 14’ steel grain bin; Patz Barn Cleaner; air compressor; Pressure Washer; Columbia Heritage C76GF 13.5 HP ride on lawn tractor; roto tiller; weed eater; limb trimmers; hand tools; electric fencing supplies; shovels; forks; fire extinguisher; kerosene can – Davis Welding Co ‘28; Creamery cans; 8 gal milk cans; 4 gal milk cans; Cast iron implement seat NOHONS ; 12 unit Bird House–vacant; Seed Easy Broadcast seeder; refrigerator; freezer; Maytag washer and dryer; Antique blanket box – dove tail ends; Antique wooden table; Antique kitchen cupboard; 2 large cast iron pots; 2 small cast iron pots; wash stand; small drop leaf pedestal table; metal bed; 2 coal oil lamps; Trunk; Buck saw; Storm lantern; 5 pc bedroom set; Cedar chest; Antique hall table; etc. etc. This is not a large sale so please be on time. Everything is in good condition – machinery has been stored inside. Please visit our website www.oneillsauctions.ca for full listing and pictures Contact: Theresa Davidson 613-291-8771 Terms: Cash or Cheque with ID Refreshments Auctioneer: John J. O’Neill 613-832-2503 email: oneillsauctions@gmail.com Estate or Auctioneer not responsible for loss or accident day of sale

No phone calls please – only those called for an interview will be contacted.

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TENDER NOTICE Visit our Bids and Tender website http://bids.leedsgrenville.com to register and download available tender documents.

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CONTRACT 16-19 – Supply and Installation of Snow Plow Equipment and U-Body Sanders

Lowest or any tender is not necessarily accepted.

Lanark Civitan Hall Lanark, ON

Auctioneer: Jim Beere

TENDERS

AS/R Canada is currently recruiting for an accountant/bookkeeper for our company in Smiths Falls. Responsibilities • Administer accounts payable / receivable processes • Administer company payroll and employee benefits • Administer Government reporting and remittances • Administer all banking functions • Administer quarterly in house Financial Statements Candidates will possess: • Proficiency with accounting software (Simply is an asset) • Proficiency in online banking, e-mail and internet use • Have completed accounting/ education courses Interested candidates are invited to submit resumes by May 9, 2016 to: AS/R Canada Inc. 205 Beckwith Street N. Smiths Falls, ON K7A 2C9 Fax 613-283-1340 Email: gturnbullasr@bellnet.ca

Closing: May 16, 2016, 1:30 p.m.

Auction Sale Specialty Toy and Collectors Auction

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Garage Sale, household items and more. 3087 Tennyson Rd., Perth. Minutes from Perth, just off Hwy 7, May 7, 8 a.m.

Grampa’s Garage Sale, Saturday May 14, 9-12:30pm, 5 Stewart St. Perth. Rain or Shine.

Saturday, May 7, 8 a.m. at 8 Evelyn St., Almonte. Antiques, art, household items and much more.

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REAL ESTATE AUCTION

AUCTION SALE Saturday May 7, 2016 10:00 AM Sharp We have been instructed to sell by Public Auction the complete contents of the retail store and furniture making/repair shop known as After Harvest Custom Furniture located at 6054 Perth St., Richmond, Ontario. After 30+ years in the furniture business the owners have sold their building and are closing out their business. New furniture, wood working equipment, hand tools, miscellaneous shop items, 2007 GMC Savanna ¾ Ton cargo van – V8 automatic – good condition – selling as is. This is a very good sale of new rustic furniture as well as good wood working equipment and accessories. Please visit our website www.oneillsauctions.ca for complete listing and pictures. Owners: Jackson and Miranda Chung 613-816-0033 Terms: Cash, Cheque, Debit or Credit Card Auctioneer: John J. O’Neill 613-832-2503 Email: oneillsauctions@gmail.com Refreshments Owners or Auctioneer not responsible in case of loss or accident the day of the sale

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@ 225 Brockville St.,Smiths Falls, ON K7A 3Z5 on Wed., May 11/16 @ 6 pm

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~ Charming. Updated. Clean. Modern. Centrally Located ~ Newly tiled entry w/ closet. New laminate flooring. Remodelled kitchen boasts new, white, Shaker-style cabinetry & includes 3 stainless steel appliances. The formal living room, adjacent to the dining area, has a working wood fireplace. The central hall leads to 3 bedrooms all w/ closets. 4 pce bath. A $15,000.00 (+/-) waterproofing reno has given this home a dry finished basement to include a large family room w/ new beber-style carpet, a 2 pce powder room, a laundry room, a cold room, a bed room & a service room which houses a natural gas furnace, a new n/g hot water tank & central air. 200 amp service. Oversized, insulated, double car garage has 2 man doors, 2 remote garage doors, floor drain, hot & cold water. There is an attached private porch conveniently located off the kitchen and there is a ground level patio. Featuring a good fencedin rear yard. Garden shed w/ power. Double paved drive. Corner lot size 95’ w x 120’ d/ (+/-). Taxes $3400 (+/-).

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Huge Multi-house garage sale, Carleton Place, Hawkins Drive, off Lake Park Road East. May 7, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Many household items: furniture, crystal, crib, doll house, Christmas, craft/quilt patterns, old Bernina sewing machine, Triumph TR6 car parts, boating/fishing items, books, children’s items, etc.

Multi-family sale, PerthInverness Avenue and Argyle Drive neighbourhood (just off Sunset Blvd), over 10 families involved. 8 a.m.-noon. Saturday, May 14. Something for everyone!

Sat. May 7, 3765 County Road 16 Merrickville. 5500 watt Coleman generator, 8 place setting of China with extra pieces, car top ski box carrier, folding wooden beach chairs and more. 613-269-4254

Community yard sale, Mallens Rd, 2 miles south of Elgin on Hwy 15. Saturday, May 7 at 7 a.m. Something for everyone.

Drummers! Sale of name brand used components for drum kits. Snare, cymbal, stands, bass pedals and more. May 16, noon. 71 North St. Perth. 613-267-9613

Almonte Antique Market, 26 Mill St. in historic Carleton Place- Multi family downtown Almonte. yard sale, 466 Moffatt Street Multiple Families, May 7 613-256-1511. 50 ven- & 384 Dufferin St. Saturday, & 8, 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Saturday May 7, 460 dors. Open daily 10-5. Jodi Lane, Port Elmsley. May 7th, 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m Ramsay Concession 4A, Tools, electronics, bird (off Hwy 7), Carleton GARAGE SALE/ GARAGE SALE/ cages, Norman Rockwell Place. Rain or Shine. FLEA MARKET FLEA MARKET Large garage sale, Sat plates, kitchen, camping & May 14. Rain day 21. fishing stuff, etc. Starts at 8am, 2370 Our final sale! 276 Kitley County Rd 18, Kemptville Saturday May 7, 8:30- Line 3, Toledo. May 14 noon, 245 Station Road, and 15, 8 a.m. ColMay 14, 9-3pm, 1785 Port Elmsley, baby furni- lectibles, antiques, books, 150 booths Quarry Road, Mississippi ture, electronics, sports household items, sofabed, Open Every Sunday All Year some automotive manuals Mills (Carleton Place). items. etc. and tools. No clothing or Rain date May 15. Oak 8am-4pm toys. Everything clean and Classifieds bench, desk, queen bed good condition. Rain or etc. Hwy. #31 – 2 kms north of 401 Get Results! shine. May 14. Large multi-family garage sale. Something for everyone, come to 5 and 10 Vista Cres., Kemptville for the real deals. Starts at 8.

AUCTIONS

Carrie Hands, CAI, CPPA, Auctioneer & Appraiser Jason Hands, Auctioneer

Online Only Jewellery Auction

Just in time for Mother’s Day wonderful jewellery .... Diamonds, Rubies, Pearls, Aquamarine, Emeralds, Topaz, Amethyst, Sapphire and more set in rings, necklaces, pendants/brooches, bracelets. Buy for that special someone or simply treat yourself.

REAL ESTATE AUCTION

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Auctioneers & Qualified Appraisers JIM & TREVOR HANDS: THE VOICES OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613) 267-6027 or (613) 326-0461 www.jimhandsauction.com

@ handsauction.com Bidding Opens Friday, April 29 @ 9 a.m. Closing Friday, May 6 @ 12 noon Preview Thursday, April 28 from 5-7 p.m. or by appointment.

5501 County Road 15, RR #2, Brockville, ON K6V 5T2 Phone: (613) 926-2919 E-mail: auction@handsauction.com www.handsauction.com

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AUCTION SALE for The Estate of R. Frohlick Travel north of Spencerville on County Road 44 to Ventnor Road, then east or travel one mile west of Ventnor. SATURDAY, MAY 7 - 10:00 A.M. Stair Lift: ThyssenKrupp Select stair lift with remote. Outdoor and Shop Items: Poulan 14.5 hp 34” cut riding lawnmower; Turf Pro 16.5 hp riding lawnmower - as is; Straight shaft gas trimmer; Air compressor; Pressure washer; Chicken feeders; Bricks; Ceramic tile; Wire farm gates; Post hole auger; Ladders; Bench grinder; Blacksmiths vise; Large quantity of hand and power tools; Mechanics creeper; Shop manuals for Case and John Deere; Shot gun shell maker; Coal oil lanterns; Household Effects and Antiques: French style armchair; Small wooden tables; Oval dinette table with leaves; Wooden chairs; Plant stands; Piano bench; Large spoon collection with display racks; Nice assortment of good china and glass; Doll collection; Cook books; Microwave; Sewing machine; GE dryer; “World’s Best” clothes drying rack; Portable dishwasher; Vacuum cleaner; Air conditioners; Records; For full listing, visit www. theauctionfever.com. TERMS: CASH or APPROVED CHEQUE Auctioneer: James Cooper 613-652-4145

to be held at Hands Auction Hall 3 miles east of Perth on Cty Rd., #10 (#3560 Franktown Rd.) on Sat., May 14/16 @ 10 am Guns sell @ 11 am. Retiring or Downsizing? We are welcoming new & good used construction, farm machinery & related items. Light, Heavy & Shop Equip’t. Vehicles. Guns & Fishing Equip’t. Lawn & Garden Equip’t. Tools of the Trade. ATV’s. Boats. Recreational equip’t & accessories. Keep in mind that Canadian Farm & Vehicle Equip’t is High on American Demand. For complimentary web advertising & photos, please call, fax or email your list now to have your items included in this successful annual event. We are also booking for Spring & Summer Auctions including Real Estate, Estate, Liquidation, Farm & Complete Household Dispersal Auction Sales. Call for a complimentary consultation and to secure a date give us a call at 613-267-6027 or 613-326-0461. Terms: Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa, M/C ~ Catering

Auctioneers & Qualified Appraisers JIM & TREVOR HANDS: THE VOICES OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613) 267-6027 or (613) 326-0461 Fax: (613) 267-6931 www.jimhandsauction.com

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AUCTION SALE TO SETTLE THE ESTATE OF MRS. VERA MOSHER OF PRESCOTT SUN, MAY 15, 2016 @ 10 AM SHARP! PREVIEW @ 9 AM TO BE HELD @ MARSHALL’S AUCTION HOUSE SPENCERVILLE This sale features a nice coin collection, CNR memorabilia, antiques, collectibles, retro furniture, new furniture, Bateman prints & much much more! Auctioneers Note: Large sale something for everyone. See you there! For a detailed list w/photos go to www.lmauctions.ca Auctioneer or Owner not responsible for lost, stolen, Damaged articles, Accidents day of sale. Canteen. Terms: Cash, Debit , Visa, Mastercard Photo I.D. as is. No Buyers Premium All announcements day of sale takes precedence over all printed matter. To book your sale call

UPCOMING AUCTIONS

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Saturday May 7 2016 - JOY JAM 2016 FUNDRAISER Registration Starts at 10 am - Events will run 11 AM - 5 PM --to take place at the Smiths Falls Freestyle Park (behind arena) @ 71 Cornelia Street West, Smiths Falls $5 Registration Fee to take part in event - Cash only - All Money Raised will go to new Equipment for Freestyle Park

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PLUS CONTENTS For Mr. & Mrs. Irwin Stevens Saturday , May 14 @ 10 a.m. 22 Grieg St., Smiths Falls Selling a brick bungalow in a quiet neighbourhood just off Union St. This home features a new gas furnace, new central air and a large fenced lot of approximately 54 ft by 164 ft backing on to a playground. It has a detached garage and reasonable taxes of approximately $2200 per year. Mr. and Mrs. Stevens are moving to a retirement residence and are offering their home to the highest bidder on May 14th. This is an ideal renovation project or starter home. Deposit will be required by the buyer on auction day. Also selling household items, ceran top stove, refrigerator like new, model toy collection, antique press back chairs, furniture, antiques & collectibles, antique saw sharpening tools, hand tools, gardening tools, Craftsman 16.5 hp riding mower, self propelled push mower, Noma snow blower plus more. For the terms and conditions or to view the home please contact our office. See website for pictures and more info. joyntauction.ca 613-285-7494

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Sunday May 15 2016 - MASSIVE OUTDOOR COIN< CURRENCY & COLLECTIBLE AUCTION - Auction starts at NOON (Preview from 11 AM) 182 Glenview Road, Drummond North Elmsley Township Coins & Currency, Gold & Silver Bank notes Collection, Collection of Orange Lodge Parade items, King Billy uniform, lodge caps, aprons, trunks, assorted mason items, ceremonial coffin & so much more - Outdoor Auction - Indoors only if rain. Holiday Monday May 23 2016 - MASSIVE FULL DAY ON SITE AUCTION - for Bill North - 150 Township Boundary Rd RR1, Balderson, ON K0G 1A0 Auction Starts at 10 am (Preview from 9am) *Vehicles, 1922 Star, Dump truck, Machinery & Large Items sell at 11 AM - Quantities of brand new Amish made furniture & new collectibles - Massive Auction - See our Website for 100’s of pictures for each auction. CLS470898_0505

DAN PETERS AUCTION Home Office (613) 284-8281 New Mattress Sales (613) 284-1234 email: info@danpetersauction.com Website: www.danpetersauction.com

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Things seem to be in high gear this week, Aries. Others around you are just as boisterous, and it may even seem manic. Exercise a little extra patience to get through. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you have been hiding something and it’s time you let your feelings out in the open this week. Pay attention to how others react to the news. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 If you crave adventure, Gemini, then it could be time to host a party or see if friends want to go out on the town. Staying home mulling over all of the options will get you nowhere. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 This week’s contradictory cosmic energy will not help you when making decisions, Cancer. It is entirely up to you and your gut instincts to make the right decisions. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, do not ignore the inner voice that is trying to tell you to take life more seriously. It can’t be all fun and games. Buckle down at work and set a Here’s How It Works: plan into action. Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each Circumstances beyond your control will make work a little more stressful row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric than you had anticipated, Virgo. Bide your time and soon the week will clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! be over. Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 52 - Thursday, May 5, 2016

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, no matter how hard you try to get yourself heard, others just aren’t ready to listen. Perhaps you have to try a new approach to making your voice heard? SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you may find yourself in trouble this week because you keep on starting new things without finishing others. Pretty soon you will have a list of unfinished business. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Restlessness can get the better of you this week, Sagittarius. Just don’t jet off on some spur-of-the-moment trip to try to channel your energy. You have things to handle first. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Finding yourself in the middle of a sticky situation has you trying to discover a solution to a complicated problem, Capricorn. You might need to distance yourself for a little while. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 A disagreement with a friend or family member could turn your schedule upside down for a little bit, Aquarius. You’ll get back on track soon enough and resolve your issues. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, getting your finances in order will take more than balancing your checkbook. It might be time to make some cuts and follow a budget. 0505


North Grenville Council has interesting week The following is a list of wells, which supply the serbriefs from the council meet- viced area (Kemptville) with ing held on April 25. drinking water. Blue-green algae blooms affect drinking Closed session pertaining to water system, which receive potential litigation their water from lakes, rivers and in-land water bodies. The “I’d like to advise publi- municipality’s well water supcally that the council met in ply and treated water supply closed session this evening at are tested weekly by a third 5:30 p.m., in the green room party laboratory and include at the municipal centre, to all required testing for bacteconsider potential litigation riological and all other comaffecting the municipality,” ponents. said CAO Brian Carre. “More particularly, matters relating “I have another two points to Stanley Fields Cooperative of interest,” she continued. Development Corporation, or “The first is we are already reKemptville Meadows. At that ceiving dust complaints with meeting, Mayor (David) Gor- the weather we have been exdon declared a conflict of in- periencing and are going to terest, as members of his fam- receive our first load of calciily have a financial interest in um this Thursday (April 28). this particular development. And street sweeping, which Members of council were in- again follows those dust comformed of potential litigation plaints, will be completed beas it relates to its partnership fore May 13.” in the development. And I can confirm, as well this eveFire Chief hopes to fundning, that the committee rose raise for 72-hour survival kits without report.” “Just a couple points of inThree points of interest terest,” said Fire Chief Paul from public works Hutt. “First point, not to be confused with Fire Preven“I have three points of in- tion Week, but the week of terest,” said Karen Dunlop, May 1 to 7 is Emergency Predirector of public works. paredness and the provincial “The first in regards to an theme this year is personal item of correspondence this preparedness.” evening received by the MinHe explained being preistry of the Environment and pared means being able to Climate Change (Blue-Green survive for 72-hours without Algae Blooms). Just as a assistance in the event of an point of interest, the munici- emergency. pality has four groundwater “What staff has recently

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done is we’ve prepared a North Grenville emergency preparedness kit,” said Hutt. “It’s personalized for our municipality, but in the kit we have water, food, lights, survival candles, shelter supplies, communication device, first-aid, survival gear – all the items you would need in a 72-hour survival kit is right here. So staff has started to offer these kits on a cost recovery basis. We’re reaching out right now with a number of partners, from a cost sharing perspective. One initiative we have coming up on May 7 is a joint barbecue at Jonsson’s Independent grocer and he’s agreed to provide all the burgers and hotdogs for free, with all funds going towards our emergency preparedness kits.” North Grenville Fire Service staff will be on location with the kits, to explain to residents the importance of personal preparedness. “We’re going to be focusing on the less fortunate, as well as the most vulnerable members of our community,” said Hutt. At present, the cost of the kits, which provide all necessities for two people in an emergency, are in the range of $170. “We’re trying to reduce those costs and we’re going to be doing partnerships with our community to move this initiative forward, to make sure in the event of an emergency in our community, our

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residents are prepared.” Resolution of support passes with 3-2 vote A resolution of support for a resolution passed by the Township of North Frontenac was brought before council for consideration. “Be it resolved that whereas the Independent Electric System Operator has requested input on the RFP (request for proposal) process used to award renewable energy contracts and whereas the government indicated the new contracts will be directed to host communities, with the Minister of Energy indicating on March 7 that it will be almost impossible for a contract to be granted under the current process without municipal agreement, and whereas three of the five contracts announced on March 10, 2016, did not have municipal support for the project and whereas the current process does not meet the government’s standards for openness and transparency because municipal councillors are asked to submit power projects based on little or no detail and municipalities were unable to determine the basis on which individual contracts were awarded…” read Mayor David Gordon. “First of all, some of the key points here, which I don’t want to belay the subject, but I think bear repetition,” said

Councillor Jim Bertram. “Be it resolved that the municipal support resolution be to a mandatory requirement in the IEOS process, but the rules be amended to require that the resolution related to this support must be considered at an open council meeting, held after the community engagement meeting organized by the proponent. I won’t read the whole list, but I would like to make a few points about the general tenor of this resolution. It’s my understanding, my belief, having looked at this that this is an attempt to restore the right of citizens through their local municipal representatives to determine whether a potentially contentious industrial level energy developments will be permitted within their municipalities.” He explained local municipal autonomy relative to local developments is important. “I am particularly concerned, and have been for some time, about the erosion of the autonomy of decision making in municipal governments,” said Bertram. “I believe this resolution is an attempt to take back some of that territory.” Gordon, Bertram and Councillor Donovan Arnaud voted in favour of supporting the resolution. Deputy Mayor Barb Tobin and Councillor Frank Onasanya voted against. The resolution passed.

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On Monday April 25 the Merrickville Girl Guides held their annual Pitch-In Canada road-side clean up along county road 23 near highway 43. The Guides do this same stretch of road every year, and this year the girls collected 15 bags of litter and garbage. Awesome work, girls! The Merrickville Girl Guides would like to remind everyone - please don’t litter! Keep your garbage in the car and dispose of it properly later.

Join the Friends of the Ferguson Forest Centre and experts from the Ottawa Field-Naturalists’ Club for a birding walk through the Ferguson Forest Centre in celebration of International Migratory Bird Day. Saturday, May 14, 9:00 a.m. at the Ferguson Forest Centre, 275 County Road 44. Search out resident and migratory birds while you hike and tune your ears to bird song. The guided bird walk will follow Turtle Trail, a 1.5 km forest pathway along the south branch of the Rideau River. Meet at Anniversary Park at 9 AM. Estimated walk time: three hours. This event is free and open to the public. Call 613-258-6544, or email Bill Wallace, wwallace5@ cogeco.ca, to reserve a space. Participation is limited. The Friends of the Ferguson Forest Centre are also accepting reservations through Facebook @ http:// qr.net/bGAJA. Directions to Anniversary Park: Enter Ferguson Forest Centre at the main entrance (275 County Road 44) and drive along Veterans Way to where it intersects in a T-junction with Honour Way, turn right, and then turn left into the parking lot beside Anni- Woodpecker. versary Park.

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Something for everyone with Phantom and Les Mis! How can you not be carried away with this collection of fantastic music presented by the North Grenville Concert Choir? Along with Hairspray, Mamma Mia and Wicked, medleys from Phantom of the Opera and Les Misérables will also be part of the show! Phantom of the Opera is Broadway’s longest-running and financially successful musical, based on the French novel Le Fantôme de l’Opéra by Gaston Leroux, an out-of-print book that Andrew Lloyd Webber (thankfully) discovered whilst browsing through a used bookstore one day. Webber wrote the magnificent music, with lyrics by Charles Hart and Richard Stilgoe; because of its score and vocal demands, it is often staged as an opera. It has run in 28 countries and numerous languages, and won seven Tony awards. The score has snippets or themes from such diverse composers as Mozart to Gilbert & Sullivan appearing. A single performance has 230 costumes requiring 14 dressers; it

uses 281 candles, 10 fog machines and more than 500 pounds of dry ice. The Phantom’s facial prosthetics are manufactured in London and shipped globally, and several Phantoms have actually gotten their lip prosthetics stuck on Christine during performances. Les Misérables is based on Victor Hugo’s veritable monster of a book (well over 1,000 pages), and was originally a French-language production that opened in Paris to poor reviews. It opened to even poorer ones on the West End. The music is by Claude-Michel Schönberg and lyrics by Alain Boublil & Jean-Marc Natel (French), and Herbert Kretzmer (English). It is the second-longest-running musical globally, has played in 42 countries and 22 languages. It is currently playing its third Broadway run, having previewed in Toronto (go Canada!). The production requires 392 costumes, which is over 5,000 individual pieces of clothing and 85 wigs. It takes place during a time period that encompasses both the

American Revolution (which was helped to victory by the French) and the French Revolution. The 2014 film version sparked the film industry’s renewed interest in movie-musicals and it was so huge that the Oscars’ theme was ‘Movie Musicals.’ In 2004, Queen Elizabeth II invited the French President and British Prime Minister to Windsor Castle for a 40-minute highlight reel. Presidents Obama and Clinton used the anthem ‘One Day More’ as campaign songs; not hard to understand why. The choir is full of new talent this season and several young members will be featured as soloists. There is something for all to enjoy so pick a show date and come one, come all. Friday, May 13, 7:30 at Winchester United Church, and two shows on Sunday, May 15, 2:00PM at St. John’s United Church, Kemptville and 7:30PM at Holy Trinity Church, Merrickville. Tickets $15 at the door or call 613-784-0043. www. Submitted photo ngcc.net. Left to right; Pyper Johnston, Kemp McKeekin, Kate Wolf, Zach van Noppen, KathSubmitted by the North Grenleen Konopka ville Concert Choir. Connected to Your Community - K13 - Thursday, May 5, 2016


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Running for fun in Merrickville The inaugural Merrickville Heritage Classic Run attracted 232 runners of all ages on April 30. Participants competed in one of three categories; a 10-kilometer run, fivekilometer run and two-kilometer run/walk. The medals, which were made at the Alloy Foundry in Merrickville, were handed out to all participants, with special medals for the men and women who placed first, second and third in each category. Above, members of the Vitality Fitness team; Alex Sharko, Becky Langstaff (second place), Debbie Hughes (third place) and Phil Burger (fourth place). Above, left, 10-year-old Raine Maidment was presented a medal after placing third in the five-kilometer run. From left, Submitted by John Chambers Steve Templeton, Maidment and Lori UrquAbove left, the runners take off from the starting line beside the Merrickville Community Centre. Above right, 10-year-old Kieran hart. Above, far left, Maya Forbes and Elise Loebel was the first to cross the finish line, after completing the two-kilometer run. Needham show off their medals.

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Merrickville-Wolford tables 2016 draft budget on April 25 Jennifer Westendorp

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Merrickville-Wolford tabled their 2016 draft budget, containing no tax increase, at the regular MerrickvilleWolford council meeting on April 25. The budget calls for a slight decrease in the local tax levy. A residential home assessed at $100,000 would pay $808 in local taxes. This combined with a reduction in the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville levy and the school board levy will net an approximate 1 per cent reduction in total taxes for properties that have not changed in assessment. “This is a good news budget,” said

Merrickville-Wolford Mayor David Nash. “This is a direct result of the public meetings we held, to find out how satisfied residents were with services delivered. I would like to thank the residents who took the time to attend the meetings and let us know how we’re doing and how we can do better.” He explained Merrickville-Wolford couldn’t continue increasing taxes, at a rate of approximately 3.5 per cent annually over the past few years. “We had to make cuts,” said Nash. “We had to trim in the capital budget. That’s where most of the cuts were done.” The municipality will begin to see

cost savings on projects such as the LED lighting in the village over the coming years. “The residents told us how they felt about taxes and we listened,” said Nash. The municipality is moving towards full cost recovery on a user basis for water and sewer services in the village. “It’s a process of collecting data,” said Nash. “One year down the road, we will know how close we are to full cost recovery on a user basis for water and sewer services.” The next step for council, with the appointment of Sheila Kehoe as the new Manager of Finance/Treasurer, is to review the asset management plan

for the municipality. “I’m hoping she’ll (Kehoe) be able to bring her expertise to the asset management plan and tie it to the budget in the future.” The budget includes overall expenditures of approximately $3.8 million. Highlights include no cuts to services and new services such as road line painting and weed spraying. A capital budget of $1,132,616 is highlighted by road work totalling $410,000 for Putnam Road, Ireland Road and Snowdons Corners Road. A replacement grader has been purchased and a new fire pumper/tanker at a cost of $350,000 is planned, as well as scales for the landfill at $65,000. The budget

Merrickville-Wolford appoints new Manager of Finance At its regular council meeting on April 25, Merrickville-Wolford Council appointed Sheila Kehoe as their new Manager of Finance/Treasurer commencing May 3. “With the recent resignation of treasurer Shawn Mason, we are pleased to have Sheila Kehoe join our staff and bring her experience to serve the ratepayers of MerrickvilleWolford,” noted Mayor David Nash. Kehoe, the former treasurer of North Grenville, has over 20 years of experience with several regional municipalities. She has a BA in economics and has completed the AMCTO (Association of Municipal Managers,

will utilize accumulated gas tax grants of $325,000 and some borrowing to take advantage of current low interest rates. Taxation in Merrickville-Wolford generates 69 per cent of the total revenue for the municipality, with the balance coming from grants, user fees and reserves. The municipality has also budgeted to undertake a development charges study in order to ensure that new development contributes to future service needs. Third reading of the budget bylaw is set for May 9. The draft budget can be found online at www.merrickvillewolford.ca.

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North Grenville District High School held an OSKARS Event on April 8. Students nominated grade level peers and awards were presented at an assembly. Pictured, Genevieve Bowlby snaps a picture of grade 12 students Nolan Johnson and Zach Towns, after winning an OSKAR for the category Best Bromance. Submitted photo

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RVCA outlines services provided to North Grenville during deputation Jennifer Westendorp

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Services provided to North Grenville by the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority were outlined during a deputation to council on April 25. “I’m here tonight to give a quick presentation on our 2016 budget,” said Sommer Casgrain-Robertson, of the RVCA. “And more importantly what we’ve done for you in the past year.” The RVCA budget for 2016 is just over $10 million, she explained. “And that’s actually down a little bit from last year,” said Casgrain-Robertson. “We have fewer capital projects going on this year.” About half of the RVCA’s revenue comes from municipal levy, she explained. “And we’re very cognizant of municipalities taking efforts to minimize pressure on the taxpayers and we’re certainly following suit. So we try very hard to bring in other sources of revenue, from different funding streams.” The RVCA works at generating its own revenue, as well. “So just over $3 million comes in,” she said. The RVCA is fortunate to have an active foundation, which brings in other partnerships and streams of revenue, she explained. “In terms of North Grenville municipal levy, yours has increased $3,700 over last year,” said Casgrain-Robertson. “So your levy for 2016 is sitting at just over $83,000. So I think we owe it to you to tell you what you get for that money.” One of the key things the RVCA does is watershed monitoring, she explained. “So we really strive to understand our watershed.” Each year, the RVCA puts together a report card pertaining to a specific area of the watershed, which speaks to the

condition of the watershed. “Forest cover, wetland cover, water quality and other indicators,” she said. “So, in order to be able to put reports like that together, we have a robust monitoring program. In North Grenville itself, we have 16 sites where we monitor the water quality. We have one of our groundwater monitoring wells within your municipality. We do fish sampling at 47 different sites within your municipality. We’ve assessed the full length of Kemptville North Branch Mud and Barnes Creek, and that was looking at water quality and the types of bugs and vertebrae that live in that stream, and that really gives us an indicator, in terms of the health of your watershed.” She explained the watershed report cards are used to guide RVCA policy and project development. “So if you look at protecting people and property and sustainable development, they kind of go hand in hand,” said Casgrain-Robertson. “So the conservation authority works very closely with our member municipalities. And in particular North Grenville. We work closely with your development review team. We know you’re big about being open for business and by us participating, it really enables a streamline of information.” The RVCA has 40 kilometers of hazard mapping in North Grenville, she continued. “So those are areas that are flood prone, maybe areas that are wetland, unstable soil, steep slope – and those are areas we want to be cognizant of and aware when development is being planned.” Last year, the RVCA processed 40 planning applications from North Grenville. “And we reviewed and issued 22 permits for work that was either in flood prone areas or adjacent to wetland,” she said. “We also responded to 104 property inquiries, which I

think speaks to the real estate market in North Grenville.” The RVCA has a real focus on watershed restoration and enhancement within Rideau Valley, she said. “Within North Grenville, we’ve planting over 100,000 trees, just in your municipality alone. Last year, we actually planted our five millionth tree watershed wide. We’ve naturalized 25 shorelines within your municipality. We’ve had over 200 projects funded for clean water in North Grenville.” The RVCA is also working Submitted photo on bringing back butternut trees, which are suffering from the canker disease. “We’ve planted almost 500 butternut trees just in your mu- The Merrickville scouting community helped clean up the village during the Pitch-In Cannicipality alone,” she said. ada weeks, which ran from April 17 to 30. The beaver management program works with residents in problem areas, she explained. “Over the last few years we’ve trapped almost 200 beavers within North Grenville.” The RVCA owns 25 hectares of protected land in North Grenville. “To wrap up, it is our 50th anniversary this year, so we’re very proud of that fact and we’re looking forward to celebrating it throughout the year with our member municipalities,” she said. “And one thing we’re also very excited about is the leadership role that you’re taking on Kemptville College. We’ve been watching it with great interest. Your staff has been good about keeping us updated. I was at the BDO presentation a few weeks ago and it’s really interesting to see the proposal and if things unfold the way I think we’re all hoping they will, I think there will be great future partnerships possible between the conservation authority and your municipality, under the whole umbrella of climate change mitigation, which is an issue Terms Cash; Interac; Mastercard; Visa we are looking at how we can www.rideauauctions.com 613-774-2735 play a role in. That’s one of the things we have top of mind, in terms of future partnerships.”

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Mayor David Gordon presents Jacqueline Taylor, owner of Jac’s women’s fashions, with a certificate to mark the store’s grand opening on Saturday, April 16. He is joined by Leeds-Grenville MPP Steve Clark, who brought a similar certificate to mark the occasion from Queen’s Park. The trio were joined, on the left, by North Grenville Chamber of Commerce members Lou Judge and Pamela Miller, and to the right of Jacqueline, her daughters, Emily and Lyndsey, with father BradTaylor in the background, and North Grenville Coun. Frank Onasanya on the right.

Jac’s Boutique and Gifts opens in Kemptville Joseph Morin

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A career in the retail world is rewarding. For Jacqueline Taylor the owner and manager of Jac’s Boutique and Gifts in Kemptville, the retail business and the community it serves is a way of life made richer by her retail experience. Jac’s Boutique and Gifts is located at the Kemptville Community Square 2727 County Rd 43 Unit 5. The store held their grand opening on Saturday, April 16. In 2009 the Taylor family of Jacqueline, husband Brad and daughters Lyndsay and Emily arrived in Kemptville. “When I came out of high school I went to Georgian College taking a two-year program in Fashion Merchandising” Jacqueline remembers. I have worked in retail ever since. As the manager of Tanda Shoes for five years she gained a great deal of experience, “I also met a lot of wonderful people,” she said. “As time went by I realized that I wanted to have my own store,” she said. “I love working with people.” The family moved to New Brunswick and she had to give up her job with Tanda. But she missed her retail job and the community she had gotten to know over her five years living and working in Kemptville. While in New Brunswick the family made a life changing decision. They decided to focus all of their energy and resources in helping Jacqueline start up her

own women’s clothing store in Kemptville. Brad and Jacqueline made the decision to come back to Kemptville on January 2016. From that moment on everything the family did was focused on their dream. Jacqueline drove from New Brunswick to Toronto, with the help of her mom and her girls to select the clothing for her new store from various sellers. Next was finding a spot to open her store and at the same time find a place for her family to live. Everything was accomplished in a week or so and Jacqueline, Lyndsay and Emily settled in organizing the boutique. Brad stayed behind in New Brunswick and began working on transferring his job up to Kemptville. By Easter weekend the store was ready to open. Jacqueline had wanted to open up Jac;s Boutique and Gifts in April once the decision was made to go ahead with idea. The store is only a few weeks old and already their decision has proven to be the right one. “When I worked at Tanda I met incredible people. People genuinely cared about us,” she said. “I really felt I was making special memories in my life.” Now those elationships are helping to make her store a success. “All of the people I met through the shoe store have been coming in,” she said, adding “Those connections mean so much to us.” She understands what people are looking for in terms of women’s clothing and their shopping experience. “I go

shopping with my girls and my mom. I want this store to be able to cater to all generations of a family. We have a lot of styles to offer.” She tries to ensure that many of the items in her store are made in Canada. Stocking the boutique was not an issue. “I have always paid attention to what people liked and what they wanted,” she said. “People can stay in their own community but be able to enjoy great shopping opportunities.” Jacqueline is not alone at the boutique. Her two daughters Emily and Lyndsay are there supporting her. They share in the satisfaction of finding the perfect item for their customers. Both are artists and have created artwork to help decorate the store. “It feels like we are sharing things we love with people we love,” said Emily. Jac’s Boutique and Gifts also has popular facebook page where they invite their customers to model whatever they may have purchased at Jac’s Boutique and Gifts. Jacqueline believes shopping should be all about the experience. She wants to help her customers have a good one. “This is a real family business It’s like inviting someone into my home,” said Jacqueline. You can call Jac’s Boutique and Gifts at 613-215-0894 or connect by email at jacsboutique@gmail. com. They are on facebook at Jac’s Boutique and Gifts. The store hours are: MondayWednesday 9:30-5:30 p.m., Thursday and Friday 9:30-7:00 p.m., Saturday 9:30-5:30 p.m., Sunday closed.

As many as 80 ladies queuedup to get information about Rideau Glen ladies league and register for the season of 2016. At the door to welcome the ladies were the president of the league and vice president: Mary Garrett & Pam Miller. They directed the ladies to the different stations to collect their information. The stations were: 1) the monthly dinners and menus; 2) the tournaments and ringer board; 3) the weekly games on

Tuesday and Thursday, and the sign-up sheet for next week’s play starting on May 3rd; 4) registration; 5) at the end of the line with the pay station. The great number of ladies present showed how avid the ladies are about golf. The new owner of Rideau Glen, John Goss, presented himself and welcomed the ladies. He assured all that the course will be in good shape to open the season. He also said that many changes will come along only to make the course better

for all to play. He was greatly applauded. The ladies stayed to chitchat & catch-up on news & greet each other. Mary presented the executive, who most are on the last year of their duties. The ladies slowly dispersed to meet again soon on the course. At the end of the day, the tally for the ladies league was so far 71 members signed-up with about 25 to 30 new members. The “Meet & Greet” was a huge success and the league is healthy and sound and raring to start the new season.

Merrickville -Wolford nixes rural garbage pick-up At its regular council meeting on April 25, MerrickvilleWolford Council decided not to extend rural curbside waste and recycling pick-up to its Wolford Ward residents. “From feedback last fall and our public information sessions, it was clear that the majority of Wolford residents are satisfied with the status quo,” said Mayor David Nash. Currently Wolford residents have the option of taking their waste and recycling it to the landfill on County Road 16,

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which is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Alternatively, there is Martins Sanitation, who provides pickup service on a fee for service basis. The municipality did increase bag tags effective June 1 in both the Merrickville and Wolford Wards from $1.50 and $0.75 to $2.50 and $1 respectively. Residents will be able to use up any existing bag tags. “This brings us closer to cost recovery for landfill costs and waste and recycling pick-

up and disposal,” noted Interim CAO Arie Hoogenboom. “This is seen as fairer than increasing taxes.” As well as the disposal rates, the waste bylaw and landfill arrangement will need to be updated as the municipality moves to install a set of weight scales at their landfill. The cost of the scales, totaling $65,000, was included in the 2016 capital budget. Submitted by the Municipality of Merrickville-Wolford


CALENDAR COMMUNITY

May 6 Kemptville Cruise Night is back for another summer season. It will be happening every Friday at Kemptville Food Basics from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more information contact Rod Rafter at 613 258-7567 or visit our website. www.Hwy43CarClub.com. or. www.KemptvilleCruiseNight.com

a chance to buy potted perennials and sweets. Thanks to Cruickshank’s there will be bagged top soil mix available for sale as well. Please donate some of your starting plants and baked goods. All proceeds will go towards beautifying the hamlet - keeping flowers in the bridge planters for all to enjoy. Hosted by the Oxford Mills Community Association. Contact Marc Meyer at 613-258-0731

May 7 Emergency Preparedness Week May 1-7th 2016, is a Canadawide initiative to increase awareness of individual and family preparedness with the emphasis on 72 hour emergency kits. All Ontarians are asked to be self-sustaining for 3 days in the event of an emergency. Your emergency survival kit should have everything you and your family would need to be safe and take care of yourselves for at least 72 hours immediately following an emergency. The North Grenville Fire Service wants to encourage residents of North Grenville to build a 72 hour kit for their home and have also started with the sale of 2-person kits.

Annual Albert Dyks Memorial Chicken BBQ 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Kemptville Christian Reformed Church, 2455 County Road 18 in Kemptville. Chicken provided by Albert’s Meat Shop will be prepared in Albert’s long-time “secret sauce” and cooked they way he used to do over open charcoal. Served along with beans, slaw, buns and dessert, this mouth-watering meal has become a “must do.” Tickets $15 at the door. Aall proceeds will go towards North Grenville’s efforts to bring a Syrian refugee family to Kemptville.

On May 7th, as part of Emergency Preparedness week, the NGFS has been invited to partner with Jonsson’s Independent Grocer to host a B-B-Q fundraiser where all proceeds will go directly to providing 72 hour kits to our most vulnerable in North Grenville. Bring the kids between 11-1 to sit in a fire truck and and have your lunch served by our local firefighters to help raise money for this worthy cause. Also on site entertainment will feature face painting, a clown for the kiddie and music.

Spaghetti Supper hosted by Oxford Mills Girl Guides. 4-7 p.m. - Come enjoy spaghetti, salad, dessert, drinks for a goodwill donation. Bishops Mills United Church Hall, Main Street. May 15 The North Grenville Concert Choir performs at 2 p.m. at St. John United Church. The choir will be performing “Pop Broadway Hits”. Tickets are $15 and are available at Brewed Awakenings, also from Helen MacGregor and Ian Carley (613-269-4256) plus the church office Wednesday to Friday.

May 18 May 8 Wed. May 18 at 7:30 pm at the Pentecostal Church, 1964 County Mother’s Day at the Branch, - 1 p.m. Adults $20, kids 12 and un- Road #43 Kemptville Guest Speaker: Susan from White House Peder pay their age. Reservations highly recommended! 613-258-3737 rennials PLUS our Spring Flower Show. The Branch Restaurant, 15 Clothier Street East,Kemptville. 2nd Monday Evening of Every Month – North Grenville SustainMay 13 able North Grenville usually meets on the 2nd Monday of every The Rideau and District Old Tyme Fiddlers Assoc invites you to month at 6:45 for a 7:00 p.m. start at The Branch Restaurant and its traditional old tyme fiddle and country music at the Alfred Taylor Texas Grill., Clothier St., Kemptville. Events vary by the month Centre, 2300 Community Way, North Gower, Friday, 13 May 2016, from speakers to documentary showings; workshops to outings. 7:30-11:30 pm. We welcome all members, non-members and singers Please check the SNG website for details as dates, times and loca& musicians. For additional information call 613 489-2697. tions can vary: www.SustainableNorthGrenville.ca Open to everyone, no membership required. May 14 Annual Plant Sale on Saturday, May 14 from 0830 - 1200 at the 3rd Monday of every month – Kemptville Are you a local, proFerguson Forest Centre. fessional woman?KemptvilleWomenin Business (KWIB) typically meets for networking and business building every third Monday at Gorgeous Grannies and Friends, Spring Plant and Bake Sale, 9 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room at Grenville Mutual Insurance, a.m. to 12 p.m. Cornerstone Wesleyan Church, 6556 Prince of Wales 380 Colonnade Dr, Kemptville. For more informationonbecomin Drive, North Gower. All proceeds go to the Grandmother to Grand- gamemberofthisexclusivegroup,ortoattendameeting as our guest, mother campaign of the Stephen Lewis Foundation supporting Af- please email membership@kemptvillewomeninbusiness.com. www. rican grandmothers raising their AIDS-orphaned grandchildren. kemptvillewomeninbusiness.com Plant and Bake Sale in Oxford Mills. Looking for a Saturday 3rd Monday of every month – Kemptville North Grenville Cancer morning diversion or that perfect addition to your garden, winSupport Group meet third Monday of every month except July, dowsill, or lunch dessert offering?. Join your neighbours outside at August and December. St. John’s United Church, Kemptville 2:00 Oxford-on-Rideau School in Oxford Mills from 9 a.m. to noon for p.m. Welcome to anyone requiring support and encouragement.

To submit an event on this calendar please contact joe.morin@metroland.com within 2 weeks of your event.

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FEATURE | What Will Your Legacy Be? We all reach a stage in life when we think about what it’s all meant. Why were we here? What was the purpose of this life? What have we left behind? Most of us want to be remembered for our best qualities. We want to be remembered for our generosity, our integrity and for giving back. We also want to be remembered for our loving relationships – with our family, friends and neighbours. Some of us also want to be remembered for extending our love of neighbour to people we’ve never met.

This is why people in our community choose to leave a gift in their will to the Kemptville District Hospital Foundation. Legacy gifts are one of the reasons we have such a great Hospital in Kemptville. A single bequest can make a tremendous impact and over the years, the Hospital has been able to purchase state-of-the-art equipment, refurbish operating rooms and provide much needed specialized equipment thanks to Legacy gifts.

Every gift makes a difference Your donation helps provide our doctors and nurses with the tools they need to care for you, your family and friends, when it matters most, close to home

Just recently the Foundation received notice of a $121,000 bequest from a long-time supporter. This funding will go directly to build new clinical space so we can bring specialists from Ottawa to serve us here in Kemptville. “I have included the Kemptville District Hospital Foundation in my will. Not only have I been a patient there but my entire family has, at some point in time, required care there. I want the Hospital to be there for my grandchildren and their children.” Joan, patient “We are very fortunate to have access to care in our own backyard. I need mammograms on an annual basis and the Hospital‘s mammography suite is top notch. They provide spa robes instead of hospital gowns, kind and caring technologists, new state of the art digital mammography technology, and extended hours that fit my schedule”, Nora, grateful patient. I am a donor now and intend to leave a gift in my will to benefit the next generation of technology for the women and their families in my community.” “When you leave a bequest, you can create a “named fund” after your loved ones,” said Ms. Mavis. “Most importantly, it’s a way for families to leave a legacy in support of an institution that’s important to them,” said Ms. Mavis, Executive Director, Kemptville District Hospital Foundation. “We can’t thank people enough for their support of the Hospital through a Legacy gift.” If you would like more information on leaving a Legacy gift in your will, please call Joanne at 613-258-6133, ext. 185.

Thank You!

Thank you for supporting the Kemptville District Hospital Foundation

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