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An opportunity to make a global impact. A committee called Refugees In North Grenville (R.I.N.G.) has formed with an aim “to support at least, initially, two Syrian refugee families by uniting, in one non-partisan effort, various groups and organizations within North Grenville. “It is hoped that doing this will help bring the community together and give a sense of accomplishment at being one small part of a humanitarian response to a horrendous world-wide problem,” states the R.I.N.G. website (www. refugeesng.com). “I am encouraged to see North Grenville’s churches, service clubs and community groups unite to provide rural care and hospitality to victims of war and violence,” stated Mayor David Gordon. “Refugees need our help today. Please join R.I.N.G. in being a local hero on the world stage.” “It all kind of started with me,” explained R.I.N.G. Vice Chair Pastor Ken Gehrels,

of the Kemptville Christian Reformed Church. “My family has a very similar background as a lot of people around here; we’re Dutch immigrants. My dad came over in ’52. My own story is rooted in post (Second World War) immigration – in a time of loss and upheaval that war brings. I was raised from an early age that what we have is not ours to keep and any blessing is something you have to share.” His parents, through their church in Toronto, were always very active in refugee resettlement. “It fits in with our faith,” he said. Back in October, he began talking with some of his colleagues in North Grenville (Kemptville Ministerial Association) about the refugee crisis in Syria. “None of us are big enough to do this on our own,” he said. “I asked them can’t we do something? They said it’s your idea and you run with it. I talked to the mayor and service club and said we should all do this together – as a community. It brings everyone together and there are huge community

benefits.” As Canadians, we won the lottery by being born here, he said. “So it’s incumbent on us to share. I don’t care where they come from – we are called to share.” There are now up to 11 local churches involved in the initiative, including St. James Anglican Church, St. Peter’s Anglican Church in North Augusta, St. Anne’s Anglican Church in Oxford Station. Some of the local service groups involved include the Kemptville Lions Club, A.R.I.S.I.N.G. and World Hope Canada. “Everyone is pulling together,” said Gehrels. “This is a deliberately non-partisan group. If you want in, we’ll welcome you.” R.I.N.G. is hosting an information and training session on Jan. 20 at 7 p.m. at the Kemptville Christian Reformed Church, located at 2455 County Road 18. “If people wish to donate they can do so online by visiting our website,” he said. See Syrian page K2

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The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train numbers are in and during the tour, which spanned Canada and the northern United States, more than $1.4 million was raised for food banks. Locally, the train made a stop in Perth, Smiths Falls and Merrickville. Above, visitors scramble to take photos as the colourful train rolls into Perth Nov. 29.

CP Holiday Train raises more than $1.4 million for food banks across Canada, US The 17th year of the Canadian Pacific (CP) Holiday Train program saw tremendous crowds, generous donations and big smiles as it etched its way across Canada and the northern United States. With results continuing to roll in, the 2015 edition of the Holiday Train is on track to raise more than $1.4 million and more than 300,000 pounds of food for food banks and food shelves. Since its start in 1999, the CP Holiday Train has now helped to raise more than C$12 million and 3.9 million pounds of food for local food banks. The Holiday Train program shines a light on the important role food banks play in a healthy community. This year saw record crowds in many communities and estimated overall attendance of 450,000 people over the 23 days. “The Holiday Train is all about neighbours helping neighbours, and this year saw remarkable support for this important cause,” said E. Hunter Harrison, CP’s chief executive officer. “Each year, we are humbled by the good work local food banks do in helping those in need in their communities. We are proud that we can help them deliver on that mission.” Again this year, people attending Holiday Train events were encouraged to think about healthy options when donating food. Heart health education and awareness is a tenet of CP’s community investment program, CP Has Heart, which focuses on improving the heart health of men, women and children in communities across North America. “Every year, CP’s train of lights provides a platform to speak about

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OPP continue to investigate area mailbox thefts Officers of the Leeds Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police are continuing an investigation into numerous thefts from mailboxes within Leeds County. On Dec. 23, Ontario Provincial Police officers in Leeds County received numerous theft complaints from roadside mail boxes from Leeds residents. Thus far it has been deter-

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A former intern who completed a six-week placement at with our Metroland East newspapers in the Ottawa Valley has died. Multimedia journalist Zack Noureddine, 25, died from his injuries at Sunnybrook trauma centre Dec. 30 following a violent robbery outside a Toronto bar, near Yonge Street and Eglinton Avenue just after midnight. The cause of death has yet to be determined, but according to the Toronto Star, Toronto Police are seeking three male suspects who may have been involved. A University of Ottawa and Algonquin College student originally from Montreal but who grew up in Ottawa, Noureddine completed his internship with Metroland in the spring of 2014. He served as a reporter for our Carleton Place Almonte Canadian Gazette, Smiths Falls Record News, Perth Courier and Kemptville Advance newspapers. During his time in the newsroom, he covered a variety of stories, including a profile on Smiths Falls resident Ron Bernicky following a successful lung transplant. He is remembered fondly, noted Metroland East Editor-in-Chief, Ryland Coyne. “Everyone in our newsroom is stunned by the news. Zack had such a friendly nature and was so well liked by everyone during his brief time in Smiths Falls. He took on all assignments happily and was committed to his craft. This is such a sad loss. Our deepest condolences to his family,” he said. Noureddine was also a regular contributor to HipHopCanada.com. They released a statement regarding his death on their website: “We are deeply saddened by the sudden and senseless loss of our friend and colleague, Zack Noureddine.” “Zack was an incredibly talented, honest and hard-working individual with huge aspirations. His recent move to Toronto was the next step in fulfill-

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Sens players were challenged by Spartacat to score during a shootout using some unconventional items at the Sens Skills competition Dec. 31. Above, Chris Wideman managed to put this rubber chicken past Connor Shibley, a goalie with the peewee AAA Ottawa Senators. Left, Curtis Lazar stickhandles a mini-Spartacat doll during his turn at the shootout. He could get the mini- mascot past the goalie.

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Team Red came out on top in the annual Sens Skills on Dec. 31 at Canadian Tire Centre. Thursday’s attendance was 10,136. On behalf of Sport Chek, the National Hockey League and the National Hockey League Players’ Association, the Ottawa Senators will donate $50,000 to the Ottawa Senators Foundation and NHLPA Goals and Dreams Fund. Over the past eight years, more than 100,000 fans have attended Sens Skills presented by Sport Chek, while the Senators and the NHLPA have donated more than $700,000 to local charities on behalf of their partners. The following are the results from the event: • Gay Lea puck control relay – Race 1 (Team): Red • Gay Lea puck control relay – Race 2 (Individual): Mike Hoffman (Red) • Play OLG fastest skater (Individual): Mike Hoffman – 13.827 sec. • Play OLG fastest skater (Team average): 14.303 (Red) • Freedom 55 hardest shot (Individual): Jared Cowen – 109.5 MPH (Red) • Freedom 55 hardest shot (Team average): 101.26 MPH, incl. championship round (Red) • CAA accuracy shooting (Individual): Chris Neil/Mike Hoffman/ Bobby Ryan (Red)

Station Theatre’s 2016 opens with Robert Redford/ Nick Nolte flick and farce directed by Jamie Schoular A Walk in the Woods is a biographical film directed by Ken Kwapis, based on the 1998 memoir by Bill Bryson. Bryson is a best-selling author of humorous travel books. The film starring Robert Redford, Nick Nolte and Emma Thompson screens at the Smiths Falls Station Theatre on Friday, Jan. 15 and Saturday, Jan. 16. After living in Britain for nearly two decades, Bill Bryson (Redford), returns to New Hampshire. Now in his early sixties Bill decides to hike the Appalachian Trail – 2,200 miles of unspoiled, spectacular and rugged countryside running from Maine to Georgia. The peace and tranquillity he hopes to find turn out to be anything but, once he agrees to being accompanied by the only person he can find willing to join him on the trek: his long lost former friend Katz, played by Nick Nolte. Now a downon-his-luck serial philanderer who’s relied on his charm and wits to keep one step ahead of the law, Katz sees the trip as a way to sneak out of paying some debts and enjoy one last adventure before its too late. The trouble is he and Bill have a completely different definition of the word “adventure.” That’s when the fun begins. This is the quintessential buddy

movie, drawing on a series of misadventures our heroes have along the long hike. Critics have described it as a sentimental tale of age, friendship and newfound self-discovery as well. Redford and Nolte are said to invoke the chemistry of Walter Matthau and Jack Lemmon from the movie Grumpy Old Men. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students sold for cash only at the door. Rating 14A. The movie starts at 7:30 p.m. The Station Theatre is located at 53 Victoria Ave (the former CPR Railway Station) in Smiths Falls. Fox on the Fairway The Fox on the Fairway, the Smiths Falls Community Theatre’s lead-off play for the 2016 season is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. Written by Ken Ludwig and directed by our own Jamie Scholar, the play is a tribute to the great English farces of the 1930s and 1940s and takes audiences on a hilarious romp that pulls the rug out from under the stuffy denizens of a private country club. The comedy, written by the same playwright who crafted last year’s run-away hit, Leading Ladies, runs from Feb. 19 to 28. Patrons are advised to watch for

news of other plays in the 2016 season on our website – www.smithsfallstheatre.com. Over the rest of the year, audiences will be treated to a delightful mix of comedies and mysteries, capped off in December by another rib-tickling British pantomime. Six wonderful plays in all! Patrons can now purchase a season ticket in voucher form for the six plays to be presented in 2016. The theatre is offering a “Six-Pack Flex Pack” for just $99; playgoers can select how they want to use their six vouchers to redeem tickets for any of the 2016 plays. The deal – which is good up to the deadline of Feb. 28, the last day of The Fox on the Fairway – offers savings of almost 20 per cent compared to the regular adult ticket price. Go to www.smithsfallstheatre. com for detailed ordering instructions and information on the different ways the “Six-Pack ” can be used throughout the 2016 season. One way to get vouchers without paying the $5 convenience fee for purchase online or by phone is to buy vouchers at a performance of The Fox in the Fairway from Feb. 19 to 28 (cash or cheque only). Submitted by the Smiths Falls Community Theatre.

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hen tragedy strikes, the most amaz- touched by the situation. ing thing to witness is a community That giving nature was also felt throughout the coming together to rally around their holiday season in other ways. The ninth Build a neighbours. Mountain of Food campaign for Lanark County That’s exactly what happened (and continues to and Leeds and Grenville food banks wrapped up unfold) last week when on Dec. 30, Smiths Falls another banner campaign. It eclipsed last year’s mother of three, Elizabeth Harris, lost her life in cash total of $51,118.85, bringing in $60,003. A a Carleton Place collision at Highways 7 and 15. new food pound count was also set, with the comHarris was on her way to work as a personal sup- munity donating 136,566 pounds of food comport worker when a semi-commercial truck driver pared to last year’s 124,903. It’s important to note ran a red light at the intersection. that in each community where food blitzes were These types of tragedies are unimaginable and held, the food and cash donations will stay right hard to bear, especially during the holiday season, there, to aid local residents directly. Volunteers however, the goodwill that has come from it has and all those who donated deserve a big pat on the been nothing short of incredible. back. They’ve helped stock food bank shelves that The evening of the accident, a friend had al- will hopefully keep them going throughout the ready set up a Go Fund Me page to support Har- winter. ris’ funeral costs and to aid the family. With an Food banks received another boost courtesy of initial goal of $5,000, Lanark County residents the Canadian Pacific (CP) Holiday Train, which quickly topped that and the donations kept com- rolled through the area in late November. Acing. So much so that a new goal of $50,000 has cording to CP, more than $1.4 million was raised been established and as of Tuesday morning, through the Canadian and northern US fundraiser, $34,515 had been realized. with more than 300,000 pounds of food collected. This spirit truly reinforces how generous the It’s these types of community stories we love people of this area are, many not even knowing the sharing and we hope to see this generous spirit family, but donating because their lives have been continue into 2016.

Happiness helped warm the heart during a cold winter’s day While in the depth of winter, I expected the barns to be bitterly cold inside. But I was always amazed at how warm the cow byre was when the temperatures dipped well below zero. Certainly, there was no stove in there to take off the chill. It seems to me now, so many years later, that our fall days were numbered. It felt like we went from crisp days, certainly not freezing cold, and then right into seeing mounds of snow that soon covered the 20-acre field and all but closed in our long lane leading to the Northcote Side Road. When Father was sure the snow was here to stay, he piled mounds of it all around the base of our old log house in the hope it would help cut

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just like our log house across spray all over their faces, and the house, and Father held hand and walked me over to the yard. that would send me into fits back. “You wonder why the Bess, the most gentle of the And I would think that was of laughing. byre is warm in the winter, why the cow byre was always See MARY page 9 The boys were heading for now do ya?” And he took my so warm inside when it was so cold outside. But Father, one day explained to me what helped make the barn so cozy. It was after the milking was done, the separating finished, and everything washed and cleaned away. This was the time of day I liked being The following is an open letter to the Honour“What is man without the beasts? If all the in the cow byre. I never tired able Bill Mauro, Minister of Natural Resources beasts were gone, men would die from a great of watching the barn cats sit- and Forestry of Ontario. loneliness of spirit. For whatever happens to ting in the middle of the barn, Dear Minister Mauro: the beasts, soon happens to man. All things waiting for what they knew Re: Is OMNRF the best custodian of the are connected.” — Chief Seattle (1780-1866, was coming. Every few min- Endangered Species Act? Washington State, U.S.) utes or so, one of the brothThe very excellent 2007 Endangered Species “The current massive degradation of habiers would aim for a cat’s open tat and extinction of species is taking place on Act (ESA) was intended to enable the Province mouth, spraying a gush of a catastrophically short timescale, and their ef- of Ontario to do its part to protect biodiverwarm milk their way. They fects will fundamentally reset the future evolu- sity within our borders. Unfortunately, as of knew more would be coming, tion of the planet’s biota.” — National Acadand so they sat, sometimes emy of Sciences (U.S.) See LETTER page 9 taking the full brunt of the

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out some of the chill that seeped inside. There was no foundation and no cellar, and it didn’t matter how much snow Father stacked around the house, our feet in the winter, were always cold. He did the same thing around the barn. It would take him days. I often wondered if he would finish before spring came. But by the time the winter had really settled in, the outside of the barn would have snow piled and packed around its base,

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entire herd. He told me to put my hand on her flanks. I was reluctant, as I was always a bit frightened of the cows... so big…and never did they respond to any kind gesture I made towards them. Not like the sheep, or the horses. And so I held back. So Father took my hand and pulled it towards Bess. Her hide was warm to the touch. Almost like it had been heated with a hot water bottle, or the bricks we used in our beds at night to warm the sheets before we crawled between the feather tickings. “She is so warm,” I said, in amazement. And Father said all the animals in the barn were the same. The horses too, were warm to the touch, he told me. And together they gave off this wonderful heat that

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March of last year, we can now lay shameful claim to the fact that there are more than 200 species in Ontario listed as endangered, threatened, or of special concern. A recent report released by Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner stated that your ministry is just “going through the motions” with respect to honouring your responsibility to ensure species protection. This attitude of token acknowledgement of the ESA is borne out by your ministry’s decision to eviscerate it by adding the Exemption Regulation of 2012 via the Cabinet to exempt industrial activities from the many provisions in the ESA, thereby drastically reducing government oversight of these activities, which threaten fragile species. It appears that your ministry sees the 2007 ESA as an impediment to administering your other areas of responsibility, such as forestry, fisheries, mineral aggregates and petroleum resources. There is also the pressure of increasing Ontario’s GDP to satisfy investors and taxpayers that the government is helping Ontario to prosper. Developing Ontario’s economy at the expense of biodiversity (and the protection of habitats of en-

filled the cow byre and made it fit for the cold winter nights in Renfrew County. And I thought, they all had their own little “stoves” on their bodies. How else could the barn be so warm? All the way over to the house I thought of what I had just learned. And once again, even though I was much too young to fully understand or appreciate what happened to make our livestock give off enough heat to keep them warm when fall changed to winter, I thought it must be just another miracle. Just like all the others that happened every day around me. Like the miracle of milk changing to cream, and cream changing to butter, how there was always enough to eat even though the Depression raged around us, and how there was always a neighbour around to give us help when

dangered species on which biodiversity depends) is an extremely shortsighted approach, and sacrifices longterm environmental health, social well-being, and economic prosperity for shortterm profits. Species extinction also has important implications for economic and social development. At least 40 per cent of the world’s economy is derived from biological resources. In addition, the richer the diversity of life, the greater the opportunity for medical discoveries, economic development, and adaptive responses to such new challenges as climate change. If your ministry is unable to safeguard Ontario’s biodiversity by properly implementing the 2007 ESA, perhaps it is time to consider whether it would be more appropriate to transfer this responsibility to another government ministry; for example, the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change. Please explain to me how your ministry plans to ensure that the Endangered Species Act will be implemented as it was originally written, thereby giving endangered species the protection they need and deserve. Thank you for devoting your time to my letter. A reply is requested. Theresa Peluso Almonte

we needed it. Yes, I thought, a warm barn, in the dead of winter, with the wind howling around us, was surely just another miracle of the Ottawa Valley. I fell asleep thinking of what I had learned, my head filled with what Father had just shown me, and a deep feeling of ut-

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side the occupant of the delivery van appeared. It was a young lady in uniform and she was shifting another parcel from one hand to the other as she walked from the rear of the vehicle toward the driver’s door. I gave her a big wave and mouthed “Thank you.” She responded with a wide grin and a jaunty wave before hopping in and driving off. As I slowly closed the door and examined the package I mumbled, to no one in particular. “It’s the post office. They just delivered a parcel on Sunday. How about that!” How about that indeed. Canada Post deserves kudos for working so hard to serve their customers during the busy holiday season. But I honestly wasn’t expecting Sunday service. A very nice touch which undoubtedly made countless other parcel recipients happy during the just concluded Christmas/New Year period. By the way, the parcel involved had been sent by my sister Susan and her family in Edmonton, destined for our granddaughter. I rarely have any complaints with the postal service. Once in a while an envelope intended for us will be misdirected to a house on a nearby street in our subdivision that has the same number, or vice versa. People are good and we all end up with our mail in the end. My only real complaint is the

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ever-increasing cost of stamps and inflated parcel delivery fees which have made sending Christmas packages unaffordable for so many. Little wonder mail volume is down when you consider the cost factor. Dedicated staff That has nothing to do with letter carriers or parcel delivery staff. Our letter carriers are always polite, friendly and clearly dedicated to their job. However the volume of mail we receive is definitely declining as people and businesses switch from mailing letters and other materials to email and instant messaging in an effort to save money. I wrote a column last fall in which I criticized those who were trashing the then Conservative government’s plan to replace door-to-door mail delivery with group boxes. Considering the plummeting volume of surface mail and how many Canadians already receive their mail at central drop-off points in their

neighbourhoods it seems to me that cost cutting methods such as this are inevitable. Selfishly I would like to see door-to-door delivery continue. We’ll see what the newly installed Liberal government does in the long-term? While I’m on the subject of mail and Christmas postal delivery in particular I have to tell you what has happened relative to the holiday parcels we send to our friends in West Yorkshire, England and vice versa. For years my English friend Martin Ireton and I have traded small bottles (often referred to as “airline bottles”) of whisky at Christmas. He sent me Scotch whisky, my favourite libation. In turn I shipped Martin a small bottle or two of Canadian rye whisky, Tennessee sipping whisky or Kentucky bourbon. It became a holiday tradition of sorts. Three years ago that changed, at least for Martin it did. In the post 9/11 era, with more and more incidents of terrorism occurring in the western world, the postal authorities in Britain cracked down. Sending liquids through the post is out. Sure, it’s possible you might be able to sneak something through, I don’t know? But in the United Kingdom people mailing parcels are now required to make a legal declaration about what is inside the pack-

age they’re mailing. Martin found out the hard way. When he went to drop off our Christmas package three years ago he declared a small bottle of whisky and was promptly told that due to the new regulations it could not be forwarded. Much to his annoyance he had to open the parcel on the spot, remove the bottle and re-wrap it. He later apologized to me for the break in tradition which obviously couldn’t be helped. So, no more Scotch whisky for Jeff. I’m kidding of course. No more by way of West Yorks, that is! In early December 2014 we sent our package to the Iretons in England. They received a parcel notice and when Wendy went to claim it she found it had been damaged in transit. Either damaged or purposely opened that is. Because among the missing items (several individually wrapped gifts were gone) was the whisky I had sent to Martin. Perhaps the parcel was deliberately opened and the liquid removed? We don’t know. Miraculously the cards we sent their two grandchildren, which contained several British pound notes, were still there. At one time we sent those cards individually but skyrocketing postal costs saw us revert

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to packaging everything for their family in one bundle. Anyway, no more Christmas booze exchange which, as the Brits would say is “a bloody shame!” Errant parcel I will wrap things up this week with a really nice Christmas parcel story that happened to us in December. I received an email from my friend and colleague Marla Dowdall, the managing editor based in Smiths Falls. She had received a phone call from a regular reader of my column who lives outside Carleton Place. She said her mother-inlaw had just received a postal parcel from England addressed to us. I was puzzled. We had already received two packages from England. One from the Iretons and the other from their daughter Louise and her family intended for our Lily. We weren’t expecting anything else. I telephoned the very kind lady involved and discovered that indeed, the package was for us. Arrangements were made and I popped round to her mother-in-law’s home to

es of impaired driving in this province. Police also report that just over 350 people who had their licenses suspended following a roadside warning during the annual safety initiative that saw police officers checking vehicles at roadside stops, while checking for alcohol and drug im-

paired drivers. In 2015, the OPP laid more than 6,000 alcohol and drug impaired driving charges. The OPP is reminding the public that some officers now have specialized training to identify drug impaired drivers. Submitted by the Ontario Provincial Police.

pick it up. Obviously the post office makes some mistakes during the hectic Christmas period. In this case the parcel was addressed properly. But someone, presumably someone at the post office, had written an address in larger letters across one end of the envelope. I assume it was for the benefit of the driver who delivered it. The street number they transcribed was correct but it appears the person absentmindedly wrote another street name – the nice lady’s street – across the end of the packet. Both street names start with the same letter which makes it more understandable. Needless to say there was a big “thank you” involved when I picked up our parcel which, it turns out, was a second packet from Martin and Wendy. Wisely they sent their gifts in two separate parcels to cut costs. Only in a small town would something like this happen of course. The recipient of the package wishes to remain anonymous. But we owe her and her family a big thank you, not only for going to some lengths to get the Christmas parcel to us but also for their kind comments about my column. They are regular

readers. During the parcel pick-up I had a wonderful conversation with the delightful (accidental) recipient of our package. We exchanged Christmas parcel stories, including my aforementioned whisky experiences. She told me a classic story which I want to share with you. During the Korean War (1950-1953) her brother was serving with the Canadian Army in South Korea. At Christmas their mother prepared a parcel to send him. She wanted to include a bottle of rye whisky. Such deliveries were forbidden to military personnel. Therefore she hollowed out a loaf of bread, fitted the bottle inside and put it back together. On the postal declaration form Mom said she was sending her lad “rye bread.” Just a little white lie, right! In war-torn Korea he received his Christmas parcel from Carleton Place intact. He later told his family it was “the best bottle of whisky I ever had.” How’s that for ingenuity! 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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LAWS happy to report high number of recent adoptions We’re starting the year with some good news: We have seen some very high numbers of adoptions over the last few weeks. So many of you came to our shelter to adopt one or two cats to give them a new life. Tig and Tony, our two special needs kittens we wrote about in our Christmas message, went to a lovely home with three children just after Christmas. We’re sure they’re well-loved and well taken care of. Thank you all so very much. This week’s featured pets Zeus This week we like to make a plea for a cat very dear to some co-op students’ hearts. Although the students would be sad to see him go, they’ll be happy at the same time. Our cat Zeus is truly next in line to be chosen. He has some special (very minor) needs, but he’s worth it to be given that chance of a life in a welcoming home. Zeus has been at the shelter since

October as he needed eye surgery. His eyelashes were growing inwards which is a very uncomfortable feeling. Meanwhile he has fully recovered from the surgery and is seeing well. Zeus is a larger, stocky cat; a real guy, about three-years-old. Taking his picture was a challenge as when photographers came in he was ready to be cuddled instead of his photo being taken. He put his nose right to the camera. His picture doesn’t do him justice as, although he’s not the most striking cat, he’s absolutely one of the most adorable cuddly cats we’ve seen lately. Beauty comes from “within” and that’s truly the case of Zeus. He badly wants to be loved and badly wants to give it back. Zeus has a bit of a delicate tummy. As per recommendations of the vet, he’s on I/D food (Gastrointestinal health food). This could be permanent or temporarily. Time will tell. Zeus is very easygoing and we think it’s time for Zeus to be welcomed into a caring home. Please come and meet him at LAWS to find out whether he can charm you in your arms to never let go of him. You won’t regret it!

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shy of people. Maverick has come a long way since then. He craves affection and loves to play with the other cats at the shelter. We think he’s about eight-months-old. Like any young cat, he’s curious, naughty at times but ready to find his forever home. He’s white with a lovely raccoon like tail, recently neutered

Maverick Meet this nice guy who came to LAWS in October together with six other cats who were dropped off at the shelter at closing time. All cats were in very poor condition and very

and looking forward to meet his for- care at LAWS and a more regular life, ever family. Maverick currently resides her hair has started to grow back. This in Perth at the Pet Valu store. sweet girl’s beautiful long coat is going to be gorgeous once it’s fully grown Queenie again. Queenie has been adjusting to her Alyssa is your typical Tortoiseshell, new life in the shelter very well. She which comes with a mixture of boldsuits her name as she loves to be pam- ness, confidence and some attitude pered like a queen. Queenie is white known as “tortitude”. Tortoiseshells with some charcoal with lovely green- know what they want and how to go ish eyes. She’s pretty smart as she un- after it. It’s a sweet attitude though, derstands people come to visit, cats go and that makes all the difference. and she’s very busy grooming daily to look the very best when visitors come. Olivia Queenie is hopeful that’s she’s taken Olivia is a beautiful medium size into her forever home soon. boxer mix who is roughly one-yearold. She was walking alone confused, likely lost, and found by animal control. It’s hard to believe, but sadly no one claimed her as her owner. This sweet girl is full of energy but is going to need some work on her etiquettes and basic obedience. Due to her liveliness and lack of protocols, we think Olivia is best suited in a home with children who are a little older at this time. Olivia is eager to meet new people and is very willing to learn different things. She’s just ready for anything. Bring it on and Oliva is availAlyssa able to play. Olivia has the potential to Alyssa came to the shelter as a have dog friends or siblings. stray from Lanark County. Alyssa was If you’re interested in meeting this thought to have allergies or a sensitive young lady and if you have other skin as she had very little hair left on dog(s) in your household we require a her back end when she first arrived. See LAWS page 18 Meanwhile, fortunately, with the right

LEAVE YOUR LASTING MARK FOR CHEO’S CHILDREN & FAMILIES IT WAS THE EARLY DAYS OF CHEO AND AS A CHEO VOLUNTEER, FLEURETTE SAW A NEED FOR MORE FRENCH LANGUAGE BOOKS IN THE LIBRARY. SHE WORKED HARD TO BUILD UP THE FRENCH COLLECTION FOR THE KIDS AT CHEO. SHE WANTED TO LEAVE A MARK AND HELP TO PROVIDE FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS. THIS IS WHAT MOTIVATED HER TO MAKE A GIFT IN WILL TO CHEO. By making a planned gift to CHEO you not only help future generations of children, but you also provide some tax relief to your estate, while still providing for your family members. Here are some ways you can create your Forever CHEO legacy: make a bequest in your Will; create an endowment fund; name CHEO as the beneficiary of your RRSPs or RRIFs; or take out a life insurance policy with CHEO as the beneficiary.

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For more than 40 years our community has benefited from the care and medical expertise at CHEO. While some of us have thankfully never had to use CHEO, others have for minor or sometimes more serious issues. The one commonality we all share is a great respect and appreciation for CHEO. We want it to be here for our kids, our kids’ kids and beyond that. That is what Forever CHEO is all about!

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meet and greet with you and your dog(s) before firming up an adoption. We’re not sure if Olivia has ever been exposed to cats. At this time we think

because of her energy, a home with a cat who is used to living with dogs or a very confident cat would be best. Please contact the shelter and ask to speak to dog staff to book an appointment to meet and enjoy this wonderful dog. Wish list LAWS is currently really short on supplies such as canned cat food, mammelac supplement milk for kittens, bleach, HE laundry detergent, mop heads and Martingales (dog collars). They also require: small litter boxes, non-clumping cat litter, cat toys, canned Pedigree/ dog food for dogs with gravy, dog Milk Bones, soft dog treats,

Kongs, Chuck Its and other interactive toys (medium size and larger). The shelter is also in need of some cleaning and office products: Canadian Tire/Home Hardware gift cards, rolls of stamps, J towels, floor mops and buckets, rubber gloves, garbage bags, primer and white paint, winter shovels, winter salt, printing paper, yellow highlighters, paper towel, Windex and toilet paper. Thank you for your continued support. Follow us if you like on Facebook at www.facebook. com/lanarkanimals or if you have any questions or concerns, please contact the shelter at shelter@lanarkanimals.ca or by calling 613-283-9308.

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without paying the withholding tax. You can also transfer funds between investments held within RRSPs without incurring a tax penalty. In the year you turn 71 your RRSP will mature and you will be required to take the cash, purchase an annuity, or transfer the proceeds into a RRIF. Once the assets are in the RRIF, you will be required to withdraw annual amounts, based on your age. If you have a spouse or common-law partner who is younger than you, you can choose to have the withdrawals based on your spouse/partner’s age, meaning that the amount you will be required to withdraw each year will be lower than if the withdrawals were based on your age. If you are not earning much income, it might be more advantageous to start making withdrawals from your investments held within a RRSP/RRIF prior to age 71 to smooth out your taxable income in later years. Using the right RRSP/RRIF and overall financial planning strategies will help you realize all your retirement dreams. Talk to your professional advisor about the best strategies for your situation.

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Here’s what you probably already know about RRSPs: You regularly contribute to RRSPeligible investments, the contributions are tax-deductible and the RRSP is tax-sheltered until you make withdrawals in retirement and you enjoy the considerable benefits of compound growth over the longer term of your time in the plan. Here are a few RRSP facts you may not know – but knowing them will help you get the most from your RRSP-eligible investments: The Home Buyer’s Plan allows you to borrow from investments held in your RRSP for the purchase of your first home. You and your spouse can each borrow up to $25,000 if you are considered first-time home buyers and you must repay investments held in your RRSP over the next fifteen years or you’ll pay tax on any amounts not repaid. The Lifelong Learning Plan allows you to use funds held within your RRSP to pay for training or education. If you qualify, you can withdraw up to $10,000 in a calendar year with the total withdrawal amount capped at $20,000 over a maximum of four consecutive years. You must repay within ten years to avoid tax penalties. If you cease to be a resident of Canada you can still make contributions to your RRSP-eligible investments using only Canadian-source earned income to calculate your contribution limit. There is a 25% withholding tax for payments to non-residents from investments held within a RRSP or RRIF but you can transfer qualifying lump-sum pension benefits or retirement allowances directly into your RRSP-eligible investments

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Street. January 9, 8-10:30, juice, coffee/ tea,eggs, bacon, sausage,home-fries, pancakes, toast, baked beans. Everyone welcome come support your local Legion. Phone 613257-1727 Seniors 50 & over, join the Sunset Club for fun and games, trips, etc. Meeting at Legion, 1 p.m. every Wednesday. Info: 2578102. Tech Tutoring Thursdays, One-on-one hlep for anyone wishing to learn more about the techy that they use on a daily basis. Thursday 10am-5pm. Sign up at the library. 613257-2702. Twitter 101, Saturday January 16, 2-4, Introductory class to the world of Twitter as a tool of communication, networking and information sharing. Sign up at the library. 613257-2702.

Almonte Fair Board Annual Winter Dance, Featuring the Valley Rovers. Band 8pm. Saturday January 9, Almonte Civitan Hall, Light lunch and Silent Auction. Proceeds go towards the Agricultural Hall Fund. Info/purchase tickets, Debbie Brydges 613256-3879. Almonte Fairboard Annual Winter Dance, Featuring the Valley Rovers. Saturday, January 9, Almonte Civitan Hall. Proceeds: towards Agricultural Hall Fund. Tickets/information: Debbie 613-256-3879 or any Almonte Fairboard member. www.almontefair.ca Euchre- 4 hand, January 14 7:30 pm Sponsored by the Town & Country Tenants Association, 375 Country St. Light lunch, contact Norma 613-256-4179. KEMPTVILLE Hub Hospice Palliative Care, Introduces Good Grief, Led by: Barbara Carroll, PHD, Baby Talk, Wednesday, January 13, 1:303rd Monday each month, January 18, 10:30noon, Parish House, 70 Clyde St. 613-883- 3 p.m. Ontario Early Years Centre. BNI of Kemptville, meeting. Every Tues6646 barbaracarroll@rogers.com day 6:45-8:30 a.m. Alumni Hall, Kemptville College (613)863-4853. Kemptville Horticultural Society meeting, Wednesday, January 20, 7:30 pm. Kemptville Pentecostal Church, 1964 County Rd # Astronomy Talk with Frank Hitchens, 43. Guest Speaker: Beth Tilbury, Square Foot “Leaving Home: The Case for Human Space- Gardening. Everyone Welcome. Information: flight”, Monday January 18th at 6:30, tele- Arline 613-258-4645. Twice The Fun Games, 2nd and 4th scope time to look at the moon (weather permitting). Sign up at the library. 613-257-2702 Friday Every Month, 6:00 - 10:00pm, 206 Bridging the Generation Gap, A book Prescott Street, is your host for Game Night. club meant to bring together readers of all Bring your favourite game or borrow one ages. Jan. 12, 6-7:30pm. Sign up at the library. from their library. All ages welcome. Twice The Fun Games, every Sunday 613-257-2702. Carleton Place and District Pink Ladies 1:00 - 4:00pm, 206 Prescott Street. Do you Breast Cancer Support Group meet the third have a game you’d like to learn? Send us an Thursday in the month from 2.00-4.00 p.m. email (info@twicethefungames.ca) and we’ll schedule it for a future “Learn to Play” event. Further info contact Anne 613-253-0450. Carleton Place Orange Lodge meets 3rd Tuesday of the month at 195 Industrial Ave at 8 p.m. Info: Kevin 613-253-5547. LANARK Carleton Place Sunset Club meets every Wednesday, 1 p.m. Legion. Euchre, bid Lanark Learning Centre “Crafts & euchre, games, socializing. Third Wed. each month- short general meeting, noon. Potluck Chat” January 14, note change to Thursdays. Everyone welcome. Please drop in. lunch/games follows. 613-257-7483. Lanark Learning Centre Writing Group Community Home Support Friday Lunch Bunch, every Friday (January 8, 15, Tues., Jan. 12 with Susan Berlin 1-3 pm, 67 22 and 29) at Beckwith Township Hall, at 12 George Street. Information call Anne at 613noon. Transportation available. Info/reserva- 259-2207. Music Jamboree at the Lanark Legion, tion: 613-253-0733. Debtors Anonymous. If you are having Sat., January 16 at 2pm, 69 George St., Laproblems with money or debt then we can nark. Everyone welcome Open House, January 9, Lanark Learning help. 6:30 Tuesdays, St. James Hall, Bell and Centre 1-4 pm, see what’s happening in 2016 Edmund Street. 613-216-9008. Euchre, every 2nd, 3rd and 4th Monday and to share your ideas for classes, 67 George of the month. 7:30 p.m. Legion. Sponsor: Street. Contact Anne for more details 613Ladies Auxiliary. Bring your friends. Lunch/ 259-2207 grahamanne56@bell.net. Sacred Heart’s Dinner/Dance, Foy Hall prizes. 613-253-6375. French Playgroup “Plaisirs D’Enfants”. Princess St, Friday, January 15th, 6 pm DinEvery Tuesday 9:30-11:30 a.m. Beckwith ner, Music to follow Musicians Play for their Community Hall (Black’s Corners). 613-253- supper. Third Friday Every Month. Info: Alberta 613-259-2671. 0008. How Money Works. A Family Finances Seminar. Saturday January 20, 10am. Providing families with the tools they need to MERRICKVILLE de-stress their finances and plan for the future that they want. Sign up at the library. 613General Meeting, Jan. 12, 7p.m. Mer257-2702. Ladies Darts, every Tuesday starting rickville Legion. Merrickville Legion Open, Jan. 13, 12 7:30 p.m. Legion. Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary. Monthly breakfast at Royal Canadian noon-4pm. Merrickville Legion Open, Jan. 16, 12 Legion Br. 192 Carleton Place. 177 George

noon-4pm. Merrickville Legion Open, Jan. 20, noon-4pm. Merrickville Legion Open, Jan. 9, 12 noon-4pm. Music by Matt Hayes, January 8, 7-11 p.m. Chicken Dinner, 6 p.m. Merrickville Legion. Music by Neville Wells, January 15, 7-11 p.m. Roast Pork Dinner, 6 p.m. Merrickville Legion.

300-9532 Saturday Jamboree, Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 244, 26 Beckwith Street East, Saturday December 12, live music and an open mic session from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Members’ Lounge. Everyone welcome. Scottish Country Dancing classes resume Jan. 8 at 9:30 a.m. for the winter/spring session at McMartin House, 125 Gore St. E., All levels, including beginners, welcome. Contact 613-264-2767 for information. The RCL Branch 244 Perth Ladies Auxiliary will host a meeting, January 7 2016, 7 PM. We will have Margot CEO of GWM PAKENHAM Hospital Foundation attending. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly). 50+ Fitness Classes, held every Tuesday Meets Thursday evenings at Lanark Lodge. & Thursday @10am, Canoe Club. Call for Info. Janet 613-264-9139. Info: 613-256-8339.

PERTH 200th Anniversary of Perth settlement to be celebrated. January 8, Perth Civitan Hall, everyone is invited to kick-off a major milestone in 2016. For information and links related to the upcoming anniversary, visit http:// www.2016.lanarkcountytourism.ca Blood Donor Clinic, Civitan Club of Perth, Highway 43, Monday January 11, 1pm - 7pm Bridge, Social- McMartin House, 125 Gore St., East, every Friday afternoon. 613267-3952. Community Dinners, St. James Anglican Church, Saturday, Jan. 9, 12 Harvey St (corner of Harvey & Drummond St), Roast Beef, Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, gravy, vegetables, salad, dessert, tea & coffee. Community Dinners, St. Paul’s United Church, Saturday, Jan. 16, 25 Gore St. West (corner of Gore and D’Arcy St.), Roast Pork, baked beans, cole slaw, rolls, pickles, assorted cakes, tea & coffee. Euchre, Perth Legion, Beckwith St., every Tuesday from 1-4 p.m. Parking. No stairs. Everyone welcome. Info: 613-264-5568. Jamboree, Sat., January 9, Royal Canadian Legion, Br. 244. Open Mic with Harry Adrain hosting, 2-6. Everyone Welcome. Jewels Gently Used Clothing, 48 Wilson Street W. January 8, Bag Sale, all day. Specific Tags only. Perth & District Historical Society, Ken Watson presents “Finding the Settlers Trail”, visual presentation, Thursday, January 21, 7:30 pm, Royal Canadian Legion, 26 Beckwith St. Information: 613-264 0094. www.perthhs.org Perth Old Tyme Fiddler’s Dance, Classic Country Music, Perth Lions Hall, 7:30 p.m. January 8. Info: 613-259-2569 or 613283-8703. Perth Stamp Club: Meeting at 7:30 pm. on Wednesday January 13th. McMartin House, 125 Gore St. E.. For info. call Phil Warrington 613-264-0724. RTA Central Club, Sunday, January 17, Rideau Trail Hike, Level 1, 6-8 km snowshoe/hike through Marlborough Forest. Moderate pace. Depart at 9:30 a.m. from Conlon Farm, Perth. Leader: David Batchelor 613264-1559 RTA Central Club, Sunday, January 9, Murphy’s Point Park Hike, Level 2, 12 km ski or level 1, 6 km snowshoe. Moderate pace. Depart at 9:30 a.m. from Conlon Farm, Perth. Leader: Nancy Gaudreau 613-

RURAL 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. 4 Hand Euchre Friday, January 15, 7:30 p.m., Pierces Corners Hall. Light lunch. All welcome. Info: 613-489-1684 A Senior Move/House Preparation on Tuesday January 12, 9:15-11:00 a.m. Inspirational speaker and talented singer, fun, food & door prizes. 225 McClelland Rd, Nepean (Arlington Woods Hall). RSVP at 721-1257. Annual General Meeting, Middleville Agricultural Society, Wednesday January 20, Middleville United Church. For info call Audrey 613-257-5050. All members welcome. Annual General Meeting of the Middleville Agricultural Society will be held on Wednesday, January 20th, in the Middleville United Church. Info: Audrey 613-257-5050. All members welcome. Annual Meeting- Lanark County Cattlemen’s Assoc. Beckwith Township Hall, 1702 9th Line Beckwith. Saturday, January 9, 2016, 10 a.m. Guest speaker, and discussion of possible name change. Lunch provided Bid Euchre, Every second Monday night, Jan 11, Jan 25, 7:00 p.m. Tatlock Community Hall. Calling all musicians! A Musician’s circle (musicians only) is held weekly, Thursday evenings, 7:00 p.m., ABC Hall in Bolingbroke (3166 Bolingbroke Rd.). Come out to network with fellow entertainers. Contact Matthew Churchill (613-273-9005). Canadian Tai Chi Academy, every Mon, Fri., 9 a.m.-noon, Gallipeau Centre (small ballroom), All welcome. 613-269-3944, www.canadiantaichiacademy.org C.A.R.E. Program for frail adults. (Mondays, Lanark, North Lanark Community Health Center) and (Fridays, CPHC Building, 15 Bates Dr.). (613)264-0307. Community Clothing Co-operative, Portland Community Hall. Open every Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. every Wednesday 1-3 p.m. CPHC formally VON foot care clinic, every 1st Thursday of the month. Westport Chiropractic Centre, 39 Bedford St., Westport. Appointments required. 613-342-3693, 1-800-465-7646 ext. 243. Dance, January 16, 8 pm-midnight, lunch 10:30 pm, Band: Shylo, Lyndhurst Legion. Euchre- every Monday afternoon. 1:00 p.m. South Elmsley Municipal Complex.

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Sponsor: Club 55. Light refreshments. Exercise led by a Registered Kinesiologist, every Thursday, at Country Roads Community Health Centre, Portland. Intermediate 9:30-10:30; Beginner 10:45-11:45. Call 613284-2558 to arrange your personal assessment before starting this program. Fun and Fitness Fridays 9-10, Ferguson Falls Hall. Info: Wendy (613)259-2182. Fun and Fitness Mondays 9:30-10:30, Middleville & Watson’s Corners Community Hall. 9:00-10:00 Snow Road Community Hall. Info: Wendy 613-259-2182. Fun and Fitness Thursdays 9:3010:30, Middleville Community Hall, 9 - 10 Snow Road Community Hall. Info: Wendy (613)259-2182. Fun and Fitness Wednesdays Lower Mobility Class, Chair based, 2-3pm at North Lanark Community Health Centre, 9:30 - 10:30 St. Andrews United Church, 115 Clarence St. Lanark Info: Wendy (613)259-2182. Fundraising Meeting and General Meeting, January 14 at 7 p.m. Montague Forget-Me-Not Seniors. Info: 613-283-8482. January 13, noon: The New Horizon Club begins the new year with a potluck luncheon, Burritt’s Rapids Community Hall (bring your own dishes). Lunch followed by a “guess who” presentation. Info: Kim 613258-1780. Job Search Resource Centre, job postings, computer and internet access, resume writing assistance, job search seminars and employment counselling. Guthrie House, 10 Perth St., Elgin. Mon.-Fri. 9-4. 613-3591140. Join us for lunch, St. Andrew’s United Church in Toledo, Sunday January 10, noon. Homemade soups, sandwiches, dessert and beverage. proceeds going to Mission and Service. Everyone is welcome Maberly Agricultural Society, is hosting its Annual General Meeting, Monday, January 11, 7:30pm. Maberly Community Hall. Meeting is open to the public. McDonald’s Corners Agricultural Society Annual General Meeting, January 23, 2:00 p.m. 194 Cameron Road. For info Sally: 613-259-3480. Quilting Club, meets every Thursday, 9:30 a.m. Montague & District Seniors Forget-Me-Not Club, 658 Rosedale Rd S. Everyone welcome. Call 613-283-8482 or 613-2838325. Quilting- every Wednesday. 1 and 7 p.m. McDonalds Corners Rd. Hall. 613-278-2943. Rideau and District Old Tyme Fiddlers Assoc. old tyme fiddle and country music event starting on Friday, 9 January, 7:30 11:30 pm, Alfred Taylor Centre, 2300 Community Way, North Gower. Information call Irwin White 613-258-2258. Ruby Tuesdays- information and support group for women. North Lanark Community Health Centre, every other Tuesday, 1:003:00. Info: Sherry (613)259-2182. Shopping bus trip. Every 2nd Tuesday of the month (January 12). Leaving Portland Community Hall, 9 a.m. Info./location 613272-2676. Snow Road Snowmobile Club Breakfast, January 9, 8-11 a.m. at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road. Everyone welcome. You could win a breakfast. Snow Road Snowmobile Club Dinner, January 16, 5:30 p.m., followed by Chinese Auction 7 p.m., at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road. An enjoyable evening for everyone.

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The 14th annual Children’s Holiday FunFest was held at the North Grenville Public Library on Dec. 27. Despite the snowstorm, the program room at the library was overflowing. George Buys, Sue Bergeron and Kerry Badgley had the children dancing, singing, reciting and munching. Giant Tiger provided refreshments for the fourteenth consecutive year and the Victorian Pantry provided cookies. The event was sponsored by the Friends of the NGPL.

2015 year of good news for the area, says Leeds-Grenville MP Gord Brown This past year has been a good news year for Leeds-Grenville, says Member of Parliament Gord Brown. Citing infrastructure funding and economic growth, the recently re-elected MP says the counties are poised for continuing improvement. From the federal perspective there were many positive announcements over the course of the year. “Our government had reached a balanced budget as we promised, federal taxes were at their lowest in 50 years, and more money was available for larger infrastructure projects,” he explains. The biggest announcements for the counties in infrastructure were the dollars committed to rejuvenating national parks and heritage sites. “The Rideau Canal and Thousand Islands National Park represented a large amount of the new infrastructure money in the area, with $39.4 million and $7.7 million respectively committed,” says Brown. The Battle of the Windmill site, Fort Henry and Bellevue House are also receiving extensive facelifts under the federal program announced by former Prime Minister Stephen Harper. Beyond these major announcements there was money committed for projects under the Canada 150 plan including the armories in Brockville and Kemptville and the railway tunnel in Brockville to name a few. “This type of infrastructure investment helps organizations and municipalities prepare for the future,” explains Brown. Municipalities throughout the riding also benefitted from other federal development money and the Eastern Ontario Development Program, he notes. Internationally, Canada continued its commitment to democratic leadership in many ways but especially by joining with our allies in the fight against ISIL.

“Our bombing missions are having a positive effect in reducing the capabilities of ISIL to continue their advance,” he comments. There were many positives for Canada and the riding throughout the year, he says. He adds: “I am proud and honoured to be the first Member of Parliament to serve the new riding of Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes following the election.” He was also humbled to be chosen to serve as Official Opposition Whip. “It is an honour as well to be recognized by my peers as someone who can get the job done for the party on Parliament Hill,” he says. “I am pleased to help play this important role while our party plans for a leadership search.” He explains that the Opposition has a job to do in holding the government to account while it also conducts its leadership search. “Part of my job is helping to keep everyone focused on the immediate tasks while we are in this longer-term process,” he notes. He believes holding the government accountable will be a full-time job. “We have already seen them change and adjust their promises as the reality of governing presents itself and these are just the early days of their mandate. We are committed to protecting the taxpayers of Canada and holding the government accountable for their decisions.” Meanwhile, he says, he is working hard on the priorities of the counties. “We were able to get right to work after the election to follow-up on many issues of concern to the municipalities and residents,” he says. “My door continues to be open and I will continue to work hard for all residents of the riding.” Submitted by the office of Leeds-Grenville MP Gord Brown.

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Canada, back in the early 20th century. Muhammad’s extended family live on the outskirts of Wadi Musa, but he himself lives-in at the hotel. I gathered that he has no set working hours, but is generally available for all duties, from early morning to sundown. He cleans and performs maintenance around the hotel, acts as chauffeur when required, and even cooks an evening meal of chicken and rice, for any guests who are interested. I gathered that this last service is provided independently by Muhammad, as a way of boosting his meager wages. I had hardly settled into my car seat when Muhammad told me softly that, although alcohol is sometimes difficult to obtain in Jordan, he had be able to secure some for me, if I so desired. (Some years ago, I was given the same option in Morocco.) Our driver was puzzled when I politely declined, as the concept of a tee-totalling Westerner seemed to be alien to him. He laughed when I buckled on my seatbelt, an action which I performed automatically, out of habit. It seems that the opinions of Jordanians are a half-century behind the West in this respect, as they seem to regard seatbelt wearing as a bothersome irrita-

tion. With comparatively little traffic on their roads, the chances of collisions are less than in the West, but even so, I wanted to increase my chances of survival, should an accident happen. In contrast, seatbelt wearing laws are strictly enforced in Israel. When we took a taxi from Bethlehem to Hebron, our Muslim driver carefully buckled himself in, whenever we passed through Israeli-controlled territory. As we exited these areas, he instantly discarded his seatbelt. Exploring Petra Arriving at our hotel, we were instantly served the customary welcoming cups of hot mint tea, and were told that we still had time to spend a few hours at Petra that day. As a two-day entrance ticket costs just slightly more than a one-day pass, we decided to avail of the bargain. So, we strolled downhill through the town of Wadi Musa, which literally means Valley of Moses. (Thankfully, we were picked up some hours later by our ‘hoteltaxi’, as an uphill return journey by foot would have been strenuous.) Moses once reportedly passed through the valley, and struck water from the rock. In the third See PETRA page 40

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amount of speed differentials between vehicles on the road as drivers tend to react to unfavourable road conditions with wider levels of speeds. It’s not abnormal to be travelling in a convoy of commuters with someone at the lead driving at a clip slower than those behind find preferable for their own skill levels (real or imagined). Remember to give extra space between you and others sharing the road especially when weather conditions are less than perfect. Idle no more. This might seem like the wrong time of year to mention this, but unnecessary idling is hard on the environment. This is due to the fact that no internal combustion engine on the road today has an emission system that works at all when idle. A smooth, vibration-free engine at idle is a very unnatural state. Engineers and fuel system designers have to adjust fuel/ air mixes and ignition timing to extremes in order to get their products idling smoothly and quietly.

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Local birders take part in 65th annual Carleton Place Christmas Bird Count By Iain Wilkes

On Dec. 27, local birders took part in the Audubon Society’s 116th Christmas Bird Count (CBC) supported within Canada by Bird Studies Canada, and sponsored locally by the Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists (MVFN). Audubon’s CBC is composed of more than 2,300 defined areas across North America where thousands of citizen scientists each year volunteer their time to record every bird within an area on one specific day between Dec. 14 and Jan. 5. The centre of the bridge over the Mississippi River in Carleton Place defines the centre of a 12 km radius circle within which all species and individuals are recorded. The resultant data is provided to Audubon for research into changing species populations and locations and it is an essential element in conservation plans and habitat protection across our continent. Despite the freezing rain, sleet and snow 41 field volunteers and 22 feeder observers spent Sunday, Dec. 27 participating in the Carleton Place CBC. At first look the 6,700 individual birds and 47 species of birds recorded appear to indicate an average year for our CBC day, but it was anything but average. The mild weather that continued into late 2015 brought with it species that are usually long gone south as well as two new species for our area. Record flocks of Canada Geese continued in our area both in the cornfields and on the river with a total of 1,801 birds. Within one flock was a single Snow Goose, not unusual dur-

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Many thanks go to all of the volunteers who make this important conservation program successful and to the MVFN social committee, who organized the food and refreshments at the end of the day in the community room where the tired field volunteers arrived to have their data recorded and trade stories of their day. The Carleton Place CBC is organized by Iain Wilkes and supported by the Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists club, which also sponsors the Lanark Highlands and Rideau Ferry Christmas bird counts. A data table of birds for the Carleton Place Christmas bird count is posted at mvfn.ca. Happy New Year and best wishes for 2016! Iain Wilkes is a member of the Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists.

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Finn Swale, the industrious nine-year-old entrepreneur who started Finn’s Cat Grass this past summer, brought a donation of $230 and canned cat food to the Country Cat Sanctuary on Dec. 20. From every $2 sale of cat grass Swale has made, he has put 50 cents aside for the cat sanctuary, which is a no-kill shelter for abandoned cats. “We went on the day they were having Christmas dinner for the cats,” explained Liza Swale, Finn’s mom. She explained Finn, along with his sister Forrest, helped serve the cats their Christmas dinner. “There were tablecloths on the floor for the kitties to eat their Christmas dinner,” said Liza. “It was really adorable.” “(The sanctuary) is like a school for cats,” said Finn. “There are couches for them to sleep on, lots of toys to play with, hiding spots and lots of cats.” People can sponsor or adopt a cat from the sanctuary. For more information, see www. countrycatrescue.com. “It’s a good spot to adopt kitties,” said Finn. “They rescue cats, get them healthy and give them a nice place to live.” The owner of the sanctuary, Gwen Thompson, said the donation would help a lot. “To buy food and stuff,”

he said. “She said the kitties would appreciate it. It felt good. Scratch that - it felt great. It was very nice.” He made friends with a few of the cats at the sanctuary, including Liam, El Macho and Destiny. Finn’s Cat Grass is still going strong. It will continue being sold at B&H Grocer in Kemptville all winter long. “He’s still growing it in the greenhouse – it’s been so mild,” said Liza. “He’ll eventually move the plants into the apartment behind the garage.” He’s sold roughly 460 pots of cat grass since May, bringing in roughly $1,000. Finn used his share of his hard earned money to buy a laptop and a game. “He didn’t even bat an eye at handing over $230,” said Liza, who explained Finn would sometimes round up when separating out the donation funds for the sanctuary. He continues to purchase all his own pots, soil and seeds for the business. He plans on bringing a donation to the sanctuary once a year for as long as he is growing cat grass. “It’s nice to give, not to take,” said Finn. He plans on continuing to sell his cat grass at the Kemptville Kinsmen Farmers’ Market in the summer of 2016. Submitted photo “I just care about donating to the cat sanctuary and Finn Swale brought a donation of $230 from the sale of Finn’s Cat Grass to the Country Cat Sanctuary on Dec. 20. He also making sure the cats are safe,” donated canned cat food to the shelter. From left, Gwen Thompson, owner of the Country Cat Sanctuary, and Swale. he said.

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He said the number of Syrian families sponsored will depend entirely on the generosity of the community. “Our starting goal is $50,000, which would allow us to bring in two families. If we can raise more, we’ll bring more families here. It’s up to the heart of the community.” He encouraged everyone in North Grenville to contribute somehow. “If you have time, or money, organizational skills or furniture to donate – do something and know the little piece we do will play out on the world stage. We can do it together.” He explained eight working teams have been formed within R.I.N.G. accommodations, furniture and household items, education, medical, documentation, social, transportation and fundraising. “We need people to help out on these eight work teams,” said Gehrels. By mid-January, the committee should have a better idea of how the donations are tracking. “And give us an idea of how many families we should apply for. If you give a lot, we will do a lot. If you give limited amounts, then we are limited.” R.I.N.G. will be pursuing the BVOR (Blended Visa Office Referral) route of sponsorship; meaning the committee will be responsible for initial settling costs, plus 50 per cent of monthly living costs for the first year. The federal government will pick up the other 50 per cent of living costs. As a small community, it would be easy to say there is nothing we can do, but that’s not true. “I happen to think there’s an awful lot we can do and this is just one opportunity,” said Gehrels. “There are groups like ours all across the country. In my mind, this is the very least Canada could do – the least we as fellow human beings can do. Right now, there are roughly 60 million refugees and displaced persons in the world – that’s about

twice the population of Canada.” “Just speaking personally, there are a lot of people like me out there wanting to do something,” said R.I.N.G. Chair Sally Jorgensen. “It seems to be an issue that’s touched the hearts of an awful lot of people out there.” Every day people are contacting R.I.N.G. through the website to offer up help, she said. “I had a call from a lady out in Burritts Rapids who does a lot of knitting and she wanted to donate some items,” she said. “There is tremendous good will out there to do something.” The reason for the initial target of two families in North Grenville was to address isolation issues experienced by some refugees in rural settings. Although unsure of the exact timeline, she said, the process can move very quickly as the Canadian government has a list of pre-approved Syrian families seeking sponsorship. “Things can move pretty fast once we’ve put in the applications,” she said. It’s neat to see the community pulling together for a single purpose, she noted. “It’s a win-win; for the community and for the refugees,” said Jorgensen. The elephant in the room is that some people are afraid, she observed. “We’re looking at individuals here, not a broader group of people,” she said. Ideas are already flowing for housing options in North Grenville. “We need to know the configuration of the families,” she said. “We would like to get them into housing situations that would be sustainable – something they could take over on their own down the road.” The committee consisted of 25 volunteers as of Dec. 22. The publicity blitz for R.I.N.G. will begin after Jan. 6, in an effort to get the word out. “We are getting two or three more names every day since we put up the website,” she said.

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Merrickville-Wolford budget process begins, set to conclude end of February Jennifer Westendorp

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The 2016 budget process for Merrickville-Wolford has launched. “What happens initially is I meet with the other department heads and start to build a capital budget,” explained Merrickville-Wolford Treasurer Shawn Mason. “What roads need doing; what vehicles need to be bought. And the estimated costs attached to those needs.” He explained once the proposed capital budget is put together, he then meets with the department heads again regarding the operating budget, which includes labour costs and maintenance costs. “The things that keep the municipality running from dayto-day,” he said. Following the initial meetings, the proposed budgets are summarized in spreadsheets and presented to the three municipal study groups – one for protection of persons and property, one for public works and one for environmental (water, sewer and landfill). Each study group consists of two members of council. “They go through the proposed budgets line by line,” he said. “Then they determine if there are things they want to see or not see in the budget.” Following the study group meetings, the budgets will be put together in a summarized format to go before the administration and finance committee, which consists of three members of council. “We review with them what was discussed in the study groups and where the potential levy may fall,” said Mason. If recommendations are made by council for alterations, he will go back and make the

needed changes to the budgets. The proposed budgets will then go before council for final review prior to holding a public meeting. “It’s essentially an open house,” said Mason. “With the budget projected in the background for people to review and ask questions – very informal.” “Copies of the proposed budgets will be made available at the Merrickville-Wolford Municipal Office,” said Merrickville-Wolford Mayor David Nash. “That’s part of our transparency. The council meetings are all open to the public when we’re discussing the budget too.” The budget is now at the point of having been reviewed by the study groups and the meeting with the finance committee has been scheduled. “My plan is to have the proposed budget come to council in January,” said Mason. “It’s better to get it done sooner than later; especially with the water and sewer billings going out, we want to have the rates set.” “Last year, the budget wasn’t completed until May,” said Nash. “This year, the plan is to have the budget complete by the end of February.” He explained council knows what the water and sewer rates will be and will put forth a resolution to set the rates in Jan. The minimum bill for 2015 residential water and wastewater rates are $86.49 per month or $172.98 per bi monthly billing period. “It will be a 10 per cent increase again in 2016,” said Nash. “We tried to decrease that rate, but couldn’t. It was something we said we would look at and we found we couldn’t change it.”

He said two of the major complaints from taxpayers this year have been a lack of warning with regards to the water and sewer rate increase and back dating the charges following completion of the budget. “Those new rates will take effect the first billing in 2016,” said Mason, who explained the 10 per cent increase is owing to the capital costs of constructing the new waste water treatSubmitted photo ment plant in Merrickville. “There’s a 30-year debt for that facility,” said Mason. “One-third of the cost is being paid by the ratepayers on the The eQuinelle Community Association donated 50 Christmas baskets to the House of sewer system.” Lazarus on Dec. 13. “One thing that would help lower that cost is adding homes in the village,” said Nash. Mason explained one bit of good news for the 2016 budget is a lower than anticipated Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund grant cut, of 7.8 per cent. “Certainly, we are way ahead of where we were last year,” said Nash. Another positive aspect of the 2016 budget is the decreased Hydro costs from switching the streetlights to LED’s, which is a recently completed project. “We have a rough estimate of how much we’ll save, but we want have actual figures until the data begins to come in,” said Mason. Nash explained another big difference in the MerrickvilleWolford budget compared to other municipalities is a decreased cost for OPP following the implementation of the new billing model. “Other municipalities are looking at huge increases, but ours was reduced,” he said. “We’re just at the launchpad now,” said Mason. “When the proposed budgets hit the councillor’s desks, that’s when the rubber hits the road.”

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Salvation Army volunteers were busy organizing all the toys donated through the Angel Tree fundraiser into individual Christmas bags for parents to pick-up on Dec. 18. Hundreds of toys were piled on the floor of the Salvation Christmas Central, located in the Kemptville Mall, awaiting their new homes. Tables were lined with stocking stuffers, hand-knitted items, toiletries and books for people to choose from. Families in need were also provided bags of food to provide Christmas meals for their loved ones.

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The grade seven classes at North Grenville District High School gave back to the community a few weeks ago by assisting the Salvation Army with sorting food and creating Christmas hampers. This is the second year that NGDHS intermediate students have helped out with this event. Students and their WEB Leaders and teachers walked over to Kemptville Mall to assist. The school has a mentoring and leadership program called WEB (Where Everybody Belongs) that selects and trains grade eight students to assist grade seven students with their transition from elementary school to NGDHS. Each student is placed into a group with two student leaders and many events are planned for the grade seven students to help them meet new people, organize and manage their time and academic success as well as promoting character education. The Christmas Fill-a-Bag campaign was just one of those opportunities.

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A two-month shutdown of the two arenas at the North Grenville Municipal Centre was recommended to council on Dec. 21. “I do have one report this evening and the subject is the North Grenville Municipal Centre’s arena one and two shutdown,” said Mark Guy, Director of Parks, Recreation and Culture. “The background on this report is the NGMC has been in operation since 2005. Arena two operates basically 11 months of the year and arena two operates from September to mid-May annually. Since the opening of the NGMC, there has been some small and larger scale repairs; replacement of certain components of the arena refrigeration system and other components of the arena. But a complete shutdown of the two arenas has never taken place, for inspection and replacement of certain components, which can’t be done while the rink is operational.”

He said in consultation with the Facilities Superintendent, Kevin Henry, he would like to schedule the two-month shutdown for April and May 2016. “To repair specific components of the refrigeration system,” said Guy. “We’ve set aside a budget of roughly $270,700, to complete the inspection and replacement/repair of certain components. Some of the details on that are the replacement of the gasket in both plate and frame heat exchangers – the manufacturer recommends it be replaced at 10-year intervals and currently we’re in our 11th year in operation. Another major component of the system is the de-humidification unit– the manufacturer, again, recommends a complete overhaul at five year intervals and this can’t be completed unless the rink is shutdown.” He explained the rink boards are also in need of some major repair. “There’s a number of cracks, and door handles and latches, with respect to the rink boards,” said Guy.

He said the building automation system is 11-years-old. “It runs all our HVAC units on the rooftops,” said Guy. “Technologies have advanced considerably and a new system would provide improved performance, thus saving energy within the building.” Staff is seeking to fund the shutdown through the North Grenville Lease Reserve Fund. “Since 2011, it has accumulated over $969,000,” said Guy. “There’s another $260,837 budgeted in 2015 to go into that fund. Since 2011, we’ve spent approximately $125,000 out of that fund, for repairs and replacement.” He said if the lease reserve is used to fund the project there wouldn’t be an impact to taxpayers. “We will obviously lose some revenue by having the rink shutdown for two months,” said Guy. “Last year, we generated roughly $73,000 in ice rentals, but we also should see a drop in Hydro, gas, water and sewer, propane and part-time wages in the area of $25,000.”

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Sheila Kehoe, North Grenville Treasurer, has left the organization. Brian Carré CAO, would not divulge an explanation for the sudden departure, but stated the absence of a municipal treasurer would not prevent the budget process from moving forward as planned. The 2016 budget process, slated to begin Dec. 7 with the pre-budget presentation of the draft budget, has been repeatedly postponed. To date, two other budget meetings have been cancelled. The first was scheduled for Dec. 16 and the second for Jan. 6. The reason provided for postponing the presentation of the draft budget was staff had yet to receive the 2015 return roll for the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation Sheila Kehoe. (MPAC).

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Kemptville Wildcats continue to grow organization; make strong commitment to Little League Canada ? !

Although the season has ended and the fields have been prepared for next year, the executive members are meeting with the District to ensure that the interests of the baseball players are best served. In the same fashion, the Director of Softball is Meeting with ROSA officials to represent the interest of our

Girls’ teams. Our team of volunteers for Small Ball is committed to making the 2016 season the best one yet for our smallest players! These players are the future of baseball and softball in Kemptville. The executive recognizes this and have a plan to organize and strengthen the communications for Small Ball and make it a positive and memorable experience for each player. All of these plans are in motion. What KWBSC needs from its members now is volunteers. There is a need for good coaches and convenors, new members to sit on the executive, non-executive members willing to share tasks and group responsibilities. Many hands make light work. If you have a skill that would benefit KWBSC or

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would just like to help, we would love to hear from you. Please email KWBSCVolunteerCoordinator@ gmail.com or like us on Facebook and leave a message for the administrative team. As an executive we look forward to the coming season and seeing everyone back out on the diamonds when the weather is warm again! Please note that our Annual General Meeting is scheduled to be held Monday, January 18th at 7 p.m. at the Grenville Mutual boardroom, Colonnade Road, Kemptville. This meeting is open to all members of KWBSC.

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playoffs through talent, improved skills and hard work. Players at all levels will have scheduled practices and batting cage time that will build the skills necessary to compete and have fun. In investing in all of our levels in KWBSC, the players will have an opportunity to learn, gain confidence and obtain valuable experience to grow. As an executive, it is very clear that Rome was not built in a day. A strong commitment to Kemptville’s youth is at the core of the KWBSC executive. The KWBSC organization will be sending out an evaluation survey to all members. This form will give each member a chance to give feedback on what went well last season and what may need some tweaking. Suggestions and comments are always welcomed by the new executive. The executive wants to ensure that each member’s voice is heard.

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The Kemptville Wildcats (KWBSC) are growing again. With a brand new Executive in place until the Annual General Meeting on Monday January 18th, 2016, the Wildcats are working hard. KWBSC will be offering all of the same levels of baseball and softball it has in the past. This will include Small Ball, House League, All Star, Girls Softball and Ladies League. Currently there is discussion of an Ontario Baseball Association or OBA Baseball organization being formed from Ottawa through to the St. Lawrence. This organization is not affiliated with KWBSC or with Little League Canada. A general meeting of baseball associations was held on Monday November 23rd, 2015 and representatives from KWBSC were in attendance. Concerned baseball groups from the National Capital region were invited and KWBSC joined several groups from Ottawa and the St. Lawrence corridor to discuss the need or for the potential OBA affiliate. Currently this territory is open for OBA and is mostly populated by Little League Charters which are not part of OBA. At this stage the for-

mation of another baseball group is in its preliminary stages. After much open discussion, the Kemptville Wildcats confirmed to the groups in attendance a commitment to remaining with Little League. As a Little League organization, KWBSC will continue to focus on both the House League and All Star programs. It is believed that this will ensure all players that want to play the game will have an opportunity to do so at the level that is best suited to them and is in the best interest of the KWBSC players. At the meeting those associations not willing to become an OBA affiliate were thanked for their contribution and asked to leave the meeting. As news of any new affiliations for the OBA is made available, KWBSC will notify its members. The new concentrated focus of the Wildcats Baseball and Softball Club will be to build the base of Small Ball and House League with an emphasis on added practice time, skill development, and training aids. Our All Star program will also be enhanced with additional practice time, equipment and coaching clinics. Wildcats All-Star teams will prepare to compete at the Provincial level by winning a spot into the

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The New Horizon Club annual Christmas luncheon was held on Wednesday, Dec. 9 at the Burritts Rapids Community Hall where members were served a delicious turkey dinner with home-made pies for dessert, catered and served by the St. Ann’s Catholic Church Fund Raising Committee in Merrickville. Following lunch, Christmas Carols were sung, led by Glen McKnight with Dave Paton on keyboard. Harold Hellan entertained members with more Christmas music including songs composed by Harold himself. While members were enjoying seasonal music, the stars of this year’s annual pantomime were getting ready for the New Horizon version of ‘The Wizard of Oz.’ Although we all know the basic tale of Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Scarecrow and the Lion who, with the help of the Munchkins, seek the Wizard for help. Our Dorothy wants to return to Canada and be a star on the Canadian Idol, the Scarecrow wants to be a Senator, the Tin Man wishes to become jolly and happy, and the Lion aims to be a King. With advice from Glinda, the Good Witch of the North, and despite their fear of the Wicked Witch of the West who is determined to take away Dorothy’s magic red shoes, they find the Wizard and the answers they seek. The big surprise at the end was the Scarecrow boasting a Senator sweater, the Tin Man turning out to be a jolly Santa Claus, and the Lion becoming the King - Elvis Presley. Dorothy clicks her heels and finds her own way home and all is well. With the help of the Munchkins, the audience booed and cheered in the appropriate pantomime tradition. The first meeting of 2016 will be a pot luck (bring your own dishes) on Wednesday, Jan. 13 at noon followed by a social time with a ‘Guess Who?’ power point presentation of snapshots of members taken when they were children. New members are very welcome. Meetings are normally held each second and fourth Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Burritts Rapids Community Hall. Some special event luncheons are held at 12 noon. Please contact Kim at 613-2581780 for meeting programs, dates and times. Submitted by the New Horizon Club

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hristmas and New Year is a perfect time for some reflection. Humanity in general, its values and passions, seems to be front and centre on everyone’s minds these days. Refugees around the world and what they are suffering through are a topic difficult to be ignored. The disastrous weather in some parts of the United States, during this Christmas season, makes you glad you live where you do, and highlights just how lucky we are to be able to live as freely as we do. Clearly the average person is wearing their heart on their sleeve, helping the less fortunate, welcoming refugees to Canada and helping their neighbours out whenever and wherever possible. After months of politics, election coverage, senator courtroom drama and self serving political posturing at both the provincial and federal levels of government, the average Canadian is still able to voice what is truly important to them. Good governance is great when you can get it, plans to deal with climate change are crucial, but getting back to basics is even better. In the end, everything is about people and the lives they lead. We all breath the same air and hurt the same way. About the biggest difference is what our different cultures teach us to believe. The compassion that North Grenville residents show to one another and to strangers rises over their political aspirations, complaints or for that matter special interests. Caring about people in their own community and doing what they can to help others in theirs is

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the default position for many in North Grenville. One consistent philosophical position overriding all others is helping one another. It does not seem to be a religious position even though religions of just about every kind are the first to show up on the front line to help someone. The decision to help others seems to be an aspect of our culture that has been carefully cemented into place by our ancestors. The notion of caring about people first and infrastructure second is a value we have nourished and now can watch blossom. Somehow that feeling of accomplishment felt after helping someone out eclipses the meagre satisfaction from winning a debate over allocating funds during a budget meeting. A bridge or road, school or municipal building, while necessary to the well being of a community, exists for only a minute or so in time compared to the timeless desire to help another human being. We are all from the same tribe. Our empathy for one another is as real as the ground we walk on and from time to time it comes out and shows itself. When it does we must remember why it is there and the reason our compassion for one another should be nourished as a constant in our lives.

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hink of how dependent we are upon technology. And then think of where you would rather not be, when the power goes out. Most places have generator backup power but what if, for example, you were up on the highest point of a chair lift, suspended over a deep valley in the mountains? Yikes. I would not do well with that one. That was the first thing that popped into my head when the power went out at Walmart on Saturday. Our friendly cashier, Sue, had just rung through my $350 order and I had my card in the machine when the lights went down. We were stranded. Held hostage for a few minutes by the electricity fairies. But at least we were not on a chair lift, suspended over a deep valley. I’m not sure what we would have done if the power had not returned. As it was, we had to unbag and rescan each item all over again. The power went out for close to 100,000 hydro customers Christmas Eve. We weren’t among them, but we have had our power go out before while awaiting 20 people for a regular

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Sunday dinner. I wanted to cancel but the Farmer just considered it a challenge. We lit candles and he cooked our dinner on the bbq. Over the holidays we gathered the women and children together for a very special photo session. With the arrival of Leti, my granddaughter, we now have five generations. My grandmother, Victoria, is 100. Her daughter, my mother Maureen, is 71. I am 47, my daughter Anastasia is 24, the same age my mother was when she had me. Leti is just a month old. I look at the five faces in that photograph and I think about how different life is for each of us. My grandmother grew up on a farm in Quebec. She had five children: four boys and a girl, my mother. Grandma’s marriage ended in the

1950’s, when she was in her late 30’s. I can just imagine the stress she went through, working to make ends meet, raising five kids on her own. The struggles in her life only rounded out her character. She has a great sense of humour, a quick Irish temper, and a buoyant, optimistic spirit. I think I inherited that from her, at least, if not her tenacity. My mother has her mother’s boundless energy. She too sings from morning to night, and hurries to get things done effectively and efficiently. I have never seen her being lazy. She doesn’t even slow down enough to get sick. She is always doing at least two things at once. If she is watching television, she is also folding laundry. When we were young she always worked outside the home, returning after a full day in the office to whip something up in the kitchen and get dinner on the table by 6. I always have at least two things on the go: a project / course / book as well as my day job. I’ve been a single mom for a time as well so I understand the value of a dollar and I am constantly worried there won’t be enough. It’s a hard feeling to shake. I value the

things money can’t buy far more, however, and I thank the women in my life for that. I’m trying to remember not to let the distractions of technology get in the way of enjoying the people around me. I need to focus more, and to live in the moment. My husband has that gift mastered, and I do well to follow his lead. Anastasia is not your typical twenty-four-year-old. She has no Facebook profile; she prefers to spend her time out of doors with her four dogs, her husband and now, her baby daughter. It will be fun to watch as the new Anastasia emerges. The Annie that is raising a child.

I look at this tiny new baby, Leti, and wonder what life will be like by the time she is ready to be a mom. How important will technology be for us then, or will we have learned to put electronic devices in the background where they belong? Maybe by the time Leti is an adult, people will be growing their own food and finding alternative ways of travel that do not pollute the earth. Or maybe that will take another generation, or two. theaccidentalfarmwife.blogspot.com Request your copy of The Accidental Farmwife book at: dianafisher1@ gmail.com.

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Documentary highlights Glen Campbell and his struggle with Alzheimer’s My younger brother, Drew, was my original music “mentor” and continues to steer me to gems he knows I’ll enjoy. His most recent suggestion was a 2014 documentary entitled Glen Campbell: I’ll Be Me, directed by James Keach. Documenting the 2011-2012 final “Goodbye Tour” of music master, Glen Campbell, this film does far more than encapsulate his incredible musical journey, one that saw Campbell’s perfect pitch singing and stellar guitar work earning him standing as a session musician in Los Angeles in the early ‘60s, including becoming one of the legendary “Wrecking Crew” session players group. They backed musicians like Bobby Darin, Dean Martin, Ricky Nelson, Nat King Cole, Nancy Sinatra, Merle Haggard, Jan & Dean, The Monkees, Frank Sinatra and so many others. Glen played guitar on The Beach Boys’ Pet Sounds album and did a brief stint touring as a Beach Boy, filling in for Brian Wilson, playing bass and singing falsetto harmony. Those Wrecking Crew players were often the real players behind many of the hits of my youth. (I found this out when I watched their self-titled documentary, Wrecking Crew, also well worth a watch by any music lover.) As we all age, one of the first things that challenges us is our memory. Recurring events like, why did I come into this room, or, names escaping us, leave us frustrated, at times. This became

an increasingly problematic issue for Glen Campbell and, when examined, was found to have Alzheimer’s disease in January 2011. From the man who’d released 57 studio and six live albums, the film I’ll Be Me actually chronicles his last album release, Ghost On the Canvas, and the subsequent tour in an extremely personal and revealing way. Of his five sons and three daughters from four marriages, sons Cal and Shannon and daughter Ashley, play in his backing band and work hard to encourage and support Glen, who relied increasingly on teleprompters on stage to remember lyrics, keys and set list. What was to have been a five-week tour ended up being 151 sold-out performances across America, lasting a year and a half, his final show being Napa, California, Nov. 30, 2012 where, after increasingly appearing confused on stage, the family decided that was it. Anyone who has dealt with a family member or friend with Alzheimer’s knows how sad it is to watch the disease take away the person’s memories, the most personal thing of our lives, to lose connection with loved ones around them and, at times rage in their own worlds. The film gives a rare, intimate and touching education via family and friend interviews behind the scenes of this time in Campbell’s life. We watch him playing golf throughout, from relatively competent at the

beginning to requiring much guidance by the end. We watch him struggle to keep things together onstage and off, we watch him increasingly rely on those around him, especially his wife, Kim. I’ve written many times of the “magic of music” and, though the lyrics may be gone for him, just watch him pick up his guitar and you’ll see some of the magic still in him. Even doctors are baffled by this. In January 2013, we watch agonizingly as Glen records his last song, I’m Not Gonna Miss You, dedicated to his wife. As they go through take after take, it’s hard to believe we’re seeing the same man who won four Grammys in 1967 for Gentle On My Mind and By the Time I Get to Phoenix, the hitmaker of Rhinestone Cowboy and Wichita Lineman, and the host of his own Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour TV show from 1969 to 1972. Canada’s Anne Murray was a regular on this show, helping launch her career. Campbell also helped launch the careers of many others like Jerry Reed, Alan Jackson and Keith Urban. His work with the monster songwriter

Jimmy Webb (Galveston, By the Time I Get To Phoenix, Wichita Lineman, McArthur Park, Where’s the Playground, Susie) is well documented and can best be seen and heard on a DVD/ CD Glen Campbell & Jimmy Webb – In Session”, recorded in 1988 and finally released in 2012 where many of Webb’s hits are discussed. In closing I’ll say that, like many, I became “burned out” by Glen’s hits on radio too many times and didn’t really care to pursue his work but, in hindsight, I realize how I appreciate his unique voice, his guitar work, his musicianship. Thanks to this film from he and his family, through it’s humour, honesty and love, I also learned more about Alzheimer’s. Thanks again, brother Drew… Upcoming events • Mississippi Blues Society Blues Jam has moved to the first Friday of the month at the Waterfront Gastropub in Carleton Place. Great to hear Barry Buse is back hosting and playing with his stellar crew, keeping their long tradition alive in a new locale. • Friday, Jan. 8: “A Party For Pudd” at the Almonte Civitan Hall at 8 p.m. A wonderful line-up of talent is scheduled, including Brothers Chaffey, Kelly Prescott, Tracey Brown, Barry Brown, Anders Drerup, Randall Prescott, Matt Pepin and others to help fund expensive medication for

our musical friend Adam Puddington, who’s just been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. Tickets are available at Mill St. Books in Almonte or Gemmill’s General Store in Clayton. This will be wonderful music for a great cause. See you there... • Friday, Jan. 15: Brian Downey featuring Miss Representit at Golden Arrow Pub in Perth. Great to see wonderful jazz drummer, Brian, back in the Perth area. It’s been too long. • Saturday, Jan. 16: Luther Wright’s second annual Birthday Hootenanny at The Cove in Westport with Oh Susanna, Rueben deGroot, Lyre Bird, Megan Palmer (Nashville fiddler), Clem Chesterfield, The Wrongs and others. This is a CD release for Luther’s latest album, Hearts and Lonely Hunters. It’s always an off the wall performance with some great players. Tickets are $10. For reservations, call 613-273-3636. • Friday, Jan. 29: Matthew Hornell at Sharbot Lake Inn. This Newfoundland lad is a be enjoyed, with his excellent writing, spanning folk, blues, bluegrass that seems to continue to grow his popularity in the musical community. Call Sandra at 613-2792198 for reservations. Remember to get out and support your local music restaurants, pubs and other venues. They keep the culture alive in our neighbourhoods. Support live music everywhere.

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Babies Gracie Cowell December 26, 2014 Parents Ashley & Wayne Cowell

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Jace Rowan Anderson January 9, 2015 Parents Amber (née Kirby) & Steve Anderson

Charley Brooke Derouin February 17, 2015 Parents Courtney Kehoe & Sean Derouin

Farrah Anne Coutts February 17, 2015 Parents Brooke & Gary Coutts

Benton Robert Charles Jeffery February 19, 2015 Parents Sarah Abbass & Nick Jeffery

Curtis Andrew McKeen-Love March 15, 2015 Parents Sheena McKeen-Love & A. Peter Love

Chase Douglas McCormac May 4, 2015 Parents Ashley Porteous & Wayne McCormac

Violet Emily Elizabeth Kwan May 6, 2015 Parents Michelle (Johnstone) & Steven Kwan

Crosbie James Dragos May 2015 Parents Kristina Crosbie & Sebastian Dragos

Charlotte Riley June 9, 2015 Parents Rebbecca Parker & Nathan Riley

McIntyre William Douglas Allan June 19, 2015 Parents Teneisha & Brent Allan

Rylan Evan Yuill September 11, 2015 Parents Jenni & Sam Yuill

Wyliam Edward Daniel Moffatt September 18, 2015 Parents Elizabeth Jackman & Thomas Moffatt

Olivia Dale Kenny September 19, 2015 Parents Amanda & Jon Kenny

Emmett Charles Roach October 19, 2015 Parents Elizabeth (née Schnaufer) & Aaron Roach

Harrison Morris Guy Goulbourn October 29, 2015 Parents Dani McKeen & Ben Goulbourn

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Arrivals Emma Kathleen McNichols March 16, 2015 Parents Lyndsey & Joe McNichols

Hudson Glen Lackey March 20, 2015 Parents Kate & Ben Lackey

Dawson Timothy Hollington March 21, 2015 Parents Alicia Kerr & Carter Hollington

Octavia Normandin March 28, 2015 Parents Cynthia & Kyle Normandin

Elena Christina Lefebvre-Russett April 15, 2015 Parents Meagan Lefebvre & Jesse Russett

Avery William Dowdall July 6, 2015 Parents Chelsea & Brad Dowdall

Landon Kees Tiekstra July 16, 2015 Parents Melissa Merkley & Steve Tiekstra

Emma Susan MacFarlane July 29, 2015 Parents Jaime Crosbie & David MacFarlane

Charles David Bremner August 14, 2015 Parents Krista (Charland) & Adam Bremner

Brooklyn Alyssa Serson August 23, 2015 Parents Rebecca Duncalfe & Ryan Serson

Spencer Peter Neil Hyde November 5, 2015 Parents Melissa (nĂŠe Fennell) & Geoffrey Hyde

Ivy Elisabeth Howard November 7, 2015 Parents Shannon Howard & Roberto Cioffi

Margot Sophia Howard November 30, 2015 Parents Andrew & Jeanne Howard

Soren Isaac Ashley Somerville December 7, 2015 Parents Tiffany Murray & Ashley Somerville

Jacob Ryan Ronan December 13, 2015 Parents Courtney Whyte & Jeremy Ronan

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This week’s puzzle answers in next week’s issue

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, practicality is a big part of your personality, but sometimes thinking through the reasons to do something over and over can be tedious. Let loose a little bit this week. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, expect to feel pulled in two directions this week. It’s a pivotal time at work, but in the same measure, you have much going on at home. Think things over carefully. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you may find your energy levels unusually low this week, and your productivity may suffer as a result. Maybe someone else can energize you a bit and lend a helping hand. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you will get to your destination soon enough, but the trip may be a bit of a headache. Patience is essential this week; otherwise, you may give up prematurely. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Misinformation is spreading, so research everything to make informed Here’s How It Works: decisions this week, Leo. It may help you avoid an expensive mistake down the line. Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric Virgo, you may have a wonderful time with family or friends this week, clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! even if you are crunched for time. Savor the small moments as they come your way. Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 32 - Thursday, January 7, 2016

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, this is a good week to catch up on paperwork, filing or tedious tasks you have let fall by the wayside. Make use of the slow week to recharge. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you will be missed as much as you miss another person this week. Wait out this separation a little while longer, keeping in mind that your reunion is on its way. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Do whatever you need to do to rejuvenate your spirit, Sagittarius. Spend some more time with friends and avoid prolonged solo activities. Soon your motivation will return. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, this may turn out to be a strange week, as you can’t seem to fully focus on anything. You may get frustrated at your inability to concentrate, but that focus will return soon. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, if you become too wrapped up in business or personal obligations, take a step back and reevaluate your priorities. Some things need to be rearranged. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, you are on a quest this week to find the perfect gift for a friend. This person will appreciate your efforts, and your bond will only grow stronger. 0107

SOCIAL NOTES BIRTHDAY

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Born January 10, 1926 Bedford Mills, ON HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY Lloyd Lewis From his family ENGAGEMENT

28th Annual

Smiths Falls Bridal Show

Hanley Hall, McGill St. N.

(behind St. Francis de Sales Church)

Sunday, Jan. 17th, 2016 1-4 p.m. Fashion Show and Exhibitors Door Prizes & Refreshments Admission $5.00 Exhibitors Inquiries Welcome

To register call

613-284-0605 or 613-283-8119

CARD OF THANKS

Iva Gardiner 90TH BIRTHDAY TEA Friends and family of Iva Gardiner are invited to drop in to a 90th birthday tea at Christ Church Ashton, 8948 Flewellyn Road, on 9 January 2016 between 1 and 4 p.m. Best wishes only, please.

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HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY MOM Marie Bruce January 8, 2016 Love from your family

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Our little bundle of joy has arrived! Joshua and Leslie McCurdy are ecstatic to welcome little Lorelai Catherine Ruth into the world! Born on the 15th of November, 2015, 8 pounds and 5 ounces 18.5 inches. Proud grandparent David and Donna Imeson and Peter and Josephine McCurdy

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HAPPY 36TH BIRTHDAY Adrian Fournier “Iron Kettle Cafe Chef” January 8, 2016 Proud of you Love Mom and Grandma

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Elizabeth Nicole Arnold

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WEDDING Homestyle Ceremonies. Choose your location and have a meaningful relationship-based ceremony designed just for you. Judie Diamond, 613-375-6772. judiediamond@gmail.com www.judiediamond.ca

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Please join us to Celebrate Ruth Foster’s 80th Birthday Pierce’s Corners Hall 3048 Pierce Rd., North Gower January 10 1-4 pm Best Wishes Only

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The family of Bill Southwell express our thanks to all who provided prayers, thoughts, visits, food, family and assistance. The medical team at the Ottawa Civic Hospital and Almonte General Hospital, C.R. Gamble & Sons, Almonte Civitan Club and Dr. Deschenes. The Southwell Family

Jessica Stewart RN, BScN, BSc Congratulations Jessica on earning your Bachelor of Science in Nursing and your Bachelor of Science in Biology from Trent University during their June 2015 Convocation Ceremony. As you continue your nursing career at both the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital and The Ottawa Hospital we wish you all the best. We are so proud of you. Love Mom and Cary.

Tragically on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 in her 30th year. Beloved wife of Thomas Harris. Loving mother of Dakota, Leland and Harlow. Cherished daughter of Dave and Françoise Lucas. Dear sister of Samantha and Jennifer. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends were invited to visit with the family on Tuesday, January 5, 2016 from 12 noon until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 2 o’clock. As expressions of sympathy, donations to her children’s education fund would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca.

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Cremations from $1,295* To Learn more, call 613-384-3245

Kingston-Cataraqui Cremation Services by Arbor Memorial

*Includes cremation, the supervision and co-ordination of the services, documentation, local transfer of deceased and shelter, a vehicle used for administration and transferring, and MDF cremation container. Arbor Memorial Inc.

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Drover Glenn Gordon Drover

Glenn passed away peacefully, in hospital Perth, on Monday, December 28, 2015. My father, Glenn Drover, lived a full and beautiful life, with many adventures, projects and programs completed. His intellectual curiosity led him down many paths as he worked his way through an education in Toronto, New York and London, England, acquiring degrees in theology, urban planning, economics and social work. He taught and directed departments at a number of universities, including Dalhousie, McGill, Moncton, Carleton, UBC and The City University of Hong Kong. Much was accomplished as a teacher, researcher, author and administrator. However, throughout his life journey, his never ending driving force was to help others, to seek need and to give service as required. As a husband, father and grandfather, he was an energetic force, helping, counselling, driving, cooking, and lending a hand. He was our family ambassador, traveling to help in whatever capacity was necessary to his parents, siblings, cousins, nieces and nephews, whom he loved dearly. Locally, he developed and assisted in programs in his church, St James, and in his community, such as Skateboard Church for youth, Alpha programs, community dinners, environmental programs, Civitan, the Kilt run, Cornerstone and many others. Nationally, he was recently recognized for his lifetime contributions to Canadian social work when the annual national social worker award was renamed to the Glenn Drover Award for Outstanding Service which will be offered annually to a social work recipient. A bursary for a deserving university student of social work is also being established in his name. Internationally, my father worked with the Cree in the North, with youth in New York City, with people in various countries of Africa and Asia, in a variety of social welfare programs. As I write this, though, I am keenly aware that my father would not want us to dwell on accolades and accomplishments. He told me, before he died, that he wanted his obituary to be an offering of gratitude to all the people who made his life wonderful. He wished to thank his family, his beloved wife of 52 years, Eleanor, his children, Sarah (Oliver), Chris (Kara), Greg and grandchildren, Emma, Tim, Evan, Grace, Alice, Willow, Cooper, Daxter, Gregory and Lauren. He wanted to thank his two sisters, Isabel and Audrey and his beautiful extended family who loved him and supported him in his lifetime journeys. He wanted to thank his friends and colleagues around the world who accompanied him in his many writings, projects and programs. You all enriched his life immeasurably and that meant the world to him. Thank you! To honour Glenn’s wishes, cremation has taken place with a private family service to be held in Stratford, in Spring 2016. A public celebratory dinner will be held in Perth, in the Spring of 2016, with the place, date, and time to be announced later. Glenn’s arrangements are entrusted to the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth.

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Peters Raymond John Peters

September 11, 1963 – December 29, 2015 “On Tuesday December 29, 2015, I lost my Best Friend, my strength and the Love of my Life.” It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden death of Raymond Peters, beloved husband of Lorraine (nee Renaud) at his home in Smiths Falls, ON. Dearly loved father/ stepfather of Theresa Peters, Kimber Gault, Jonathan Peters (Trinity Rideout) and Kyle Gault (Amanda Cuddon) and his fur babies Shivers and Gruff. He will especially be missed by his forever friend Alan Elliott. Ray is survived by his mother Roberta (George) King, his brothers Jim, Roger, Bruce (Elana), Ernie, and Tom (Sue). Predeceased by his father Ernie Peters, and inlaws Joan and Phil Renaud. He will be sadly missed by his brothers-in-law Paul (Geri) Renaud, Peter (Cindy) Renaud, Maurice (Cindy) Renaud, Claude (Karen) Renaud, Raymond (Kathy) Renaud, Phillippe (Brenda) Renaud and Dan (Julie) Renaud as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Being a bus driver for Healey’s Transportation for the last 13 years Ray has met many wonderful people young and old. He will be missed by the staff and many drivers from Healey’s. He was also a volunteer for the Smiths Falls Junior ‘A’ Bears. He loved being able to drive the team to their out of town games and cheering them on. Special thank you to Mike Charlebois and Gordon Winegarden for doing everything they could til the ambulance got there. To Dale McCabe and his partner and the Kitley Elizabeth Fire Dept. for getting there as quick as they could considering road conditions, and also to the Smiths Falls Emergency staff for everything. Family and friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 112 Beckwith St. N. Smiths Falls on Friday, January 1, 2016 from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. A service in celebration of Ray’s life was held in the Chapel on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. In memory of Ray, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or L.A.W.S. would be appreciated. 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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HENNIGAR Hugh Jeffus Passed away suddenly at the Almonte General Hospital on Saturday, January 2, 2016. Hugh Formerly from Nova Scotia and a longtime resident of Ottawa, at the age of 85. Dear husband to Marilyn for over 56 years. Sadly missed by his children, Jeff (Michelle), Ellen, Judy (Rob), and Kim (Doug). Proud “Grandpa” of Caley, the late Jaymi, Katrina, Melissa, Andrew, Matthew, and Sawyer, also great-granddaughters Destiny and Maddison. Remembered by his relatives and friends. Family and Friends are invited to visit C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON (613) 256-3313 on Friday, January 8, 2016 from 6-8pm as well as Saturday, January 9, 2016 from 11am to 12noon. Complete Chapel Memorial Service to follow visiting on Saturday at 12pm. Reception at Almonte Civitan Hall to follow. Donations in memory of Hugh may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation or any wildlife charity of your choice. A special thanks to the staff at the Almonte General Hospital for their care and support. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

C.R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc. McNAUGHTON Douglas Lorne (January 8, 1934 – December 31, 2015) It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Doug McNaughton at the Élisabeth Bruyère Hospital in Ottawa after a short but courageous battle with cancer. He was a devoted husband of 54 years to the late Mary (nee Proctor), a loving father of four children and a very proud grandpa to Matthew, Meghan, Justin, Gaelen and Noah as well as a frequent volunteer, successful businessman, inventor, avid curler and gardener. Doug will be missed and fondly remembered for his devotion to family and friends. Survived by daughter Janet Fougere (Jim), Kingston; son Larry (Sonya Boersma), Ottawa; daughter Claire, Budapest, Hungary; son Tim, Ottawa; sister Jean, Dauphin, Manitoba; brother Keith, Niverville, Manitoba, and sister Diane, Winnipeg, Manitoba. Predeceased by parents Alvie and Olive McNaughton and brother Roy. Family and Friends were received at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON. (613)-256-3313 On Tuesday, January 5, 2016 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Funeral Mass was held on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 11am in Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church (134 Bridge St., Almonte, ON). Reception followed. Interment in the Spring at St. Mary’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church or the Bruyère Foundation. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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Carol Elizabeth Vail Gibson

Carol Gibson of Perth and Ardoch, formerly of Ottawa, passed away at her home in Perth surrounded by the love of her family on Sunday, January 3rd , 2016 at the age of 62 years. She was predeceased by her parents Jack and Thelma (Blair) Gibson. “Hon” to husband David Allan Johnston and “mom” to Ossie and Tobey. Carol was sister of Barbara Harrison (Steve Janota) and sister-in-law of Carol Jessup (Pat Sheehan) and Margaret McNabb (Andrew McNabb) of Ottawa and Bill Johnston (Barbara Atkinson) of Portland, Ontario. She will be sadly missed by several nieces, nephews and their families, countless friends and colleagues. Carol worked for many years at Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) from where she retired in 2008. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Wednesday, January 6th, 2016 from 1:00 to 1:45 P.M. The funeral service was held in the Chapel at 2:00 P.M. A reception and sharing of memories followed the service in the Blair & Son Family Centre. In remembrance of Carol, contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society or The Table (local food bank) would be appreciated. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

BARR, LAURA

C.R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc. Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 34 - Thursday, January 7, 2016

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Dorothy C. Hewson (nee Griffin)

Passed away peacefully at Perth Community Care Centre on Thursday, December 31, 2015 at the age of 87. Beloved wife and best friend of Ralph Hewson. Loving and devoted mother of Brian (Yvonne) and Christopher (Angela) Hewson. Cherished grandmother of Monica (Mark), Erin, Hunter and Chloe and great-grandmother of Camryn, Jessica, Chelsea, Madison and Carson. Dorothy is survived by her siblings Edward (Ruth) Griffin, Barbara (late Don) Box, Nena Griffin (Woody), Eileen Poole (Bill), and Heather (Charles) Tennant. Dorothy is predeceased by her parents William and Freda (nee Chevis) Griffin and her sister Margaret Griffin. She will be fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. A memorial gathering of family and friends will take place at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Tuesday, January 19, 2016 from 2 to 4 p.m. A private interment will take place at a later date. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Canadian Lung Association or charity of your choice. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

DiCola

(NEE CAVANAGH) Peacefully at the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital while surrounded by loved ones on Friday evening, January 1st, 2016; Laura Christina Barr of Fitzroy Harbour passed away at the age of 83 years. Beloved wife of the late Everton Barr (May 15, 2007). Dearly loved mother of Judy Borden (Allan); Clayton Barr (Debbie); Glenda O’Rourke (Willie) and Cathie Rouleau (Jeff). Cherished “Grandma” of Janda Tuplin (Luke), Laurie Clouthier (Dave), late Keven Borden, Kaytlin Barr, Amanda Carmichael (Tory), Morgan Barr, Shelley O’Rourke, Julie O’Rourke, late Jim O’Rourke, Keith Rouleau, Stacey Reid (David) and Leanne Hiller (Mark) and “GG” of 10 amazing great-grandchildren. Dear sister of John Cavanagh (late Marion) and Stanley Cavanagh (Lorna). Predeceased by her sister Frances Greene (late Neville) as well as 5 brothers: Ernest Cavanagh (late Lavern), Leonard Cavanagh (Sheila), Norman Cavanagh (late Eleanor Buck), Mervyn Cavanagh (Hilda) and Stuart Cavanagh (late Vivian). Daughter of the late Richard Cavanagh and the late Clara Munro. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and many good friends. She will be missed. The Barr family received friends during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Tuesday, January 5th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. only. A Funeral service was conducted in St. Andrew’s United Church, Fitzroy Harbour on Wednesday morning, January 6th at 11 o’clock. Private interment Whyte’s Cemetery, Fitzroy Harbour. In memory of Laura, please consider a donation to St. Andrew’s United Church (Fitzroy Harbour); Whyte’s Cemetery or the Partners in Caring Foundation of the Arnprior Hospital. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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Gibson

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Rosemary (Dumais) DiCola

August 15th, 1931 January 5th, 2016

Rosemary passed away peacefully in hospital in Perth surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, January 5th, 2016. Poodie (Rosemary) was born in Penetanguishine (the land of sunshine) daughter of the late Joseph and Jane Dumais. She was an avid reader, bridge player, curler, boater, golfer and bowler. Rosemary enjoyed all her coffee clubs. She loved a good party and often could be seen standing on a table singing Allouette and Penetang! She devoted many years of service to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Lionette Club and was a 60 year member of the CWL. Rosemary was a member of the Perth Legion Branch 244. Most important in her life was her late husband Frank, her seven children Susan (Kelvin) Wilson, Francine (Bronek) Korczynski, James, Angela (Allan) Derbyshire, Jennifer (Kevin) Stranberg and the late John and Peter DiCola. Rose was motherin-law of Brenda Petzold; cherished grandmother of 17: Mathew Wilson (Kelsey Vink), Stephanie (Maurice Mansfield), Kristen (Dan Knudsen), Aleksander (Amy Digout), Michael and Alana Korczynski, Rebecca (Justin Machan), Elly (James Seabrook), Cynzi (Tyler Gordanier) DiCola, Greg (Hayley Carkner) and Scott Derbyshire, Peter, Annie and Maddie Stranberg, Marissa DiCola-Crawford, Mitchell and Alison Crawford and loving great-grandmother of Aiden and Mara Knudsen, Emmett Derbyshire and Eamon Mansfield. Rosemary was the dear sister of Dave Dumais and half-sister of fourteen brothers and sisters. She will be sadly missed by Kathy Gibson, all her nieces, nephews, family and many friends. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Friday, January 8th, 2016 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. John’s Church, Perth on Saturday at 11:00 A.M. Interment St. John’s Cemetery. In remembrance of Rosemary, contributions to the Heart & Stroke 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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WILLIAMS Barbara

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Fournier

XUEREB Angiolina

Peacefully at Lanark Lodge on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 in her 94th year. Loving mother of Felix Xuereb, Enes (Jim Perkins), Doris (Jim Lockhart), Carmen (Art Wilson), Anne (David Ryan), and John Xuereb (Anne O’Brien). Dear Grandmother to David (Nicole), Michelle, Joanne, Christian (Nadia), Pam (Spiro), Aaron (Gillian), John (Ashley), Angela (Patrick), Laura (Mike), Jessica (Chris), Melanie (Marten), Emily (Jonathan), Jeremiah (Hannah), Monica (Stephane) and many great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband Carmel and her son Tony. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. The family wishes to send a heartfelt thank you to all the nurses and staff at Lanark Lodge for their compassionate and dedicated care. Friends were invited to visit with the family at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls, on Saturday, January 2, 2016 from 10am - 1pm. A Mass of Christian Burial took place at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at 2 o’clock. As expressions of sympathy donations to Crohn’s and Colitis Canada or the MS Society of Canada would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences can be made at www.lannin.ca.

Maizie passed away peacefully in hospital in Perth on Sunday January 3rd, 2016 at the age of 95 years. She was predeceased by her parents John and Elizabeth (Warwick) Blair, her first husband William Ritchie and her five brothers and sister. Maizie was the beloved wife of Gordon Edmund Fournier. She was the loving mother of June (late Walter) Warwick and Randy (Irene) Ritchie and the cherished grandmother of Tommy (Danielle) Warwick, Shelley (Clem) Hehir, Kim (Mike) Goebel, Stacey (Steve) Thompson and great grandmother of Oliver and Bryn, Audrey, Madison, Allina, MaKenna and Garrison. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Tuesday, January 5th, 2016 from 9:30 to 10:30 A.M. Funeral service was held in the Chapel Tuesday at 11:00 A.M. A reception followed in the Blair & Son Family Centre. In remembrance of Maizie, contributions to Lanark Animal Welfare Society would be appreciated.

CELEBRATION OF LIFE January 9, 2016 For

Robert (Bobby) John Parks June 20, 1941 to December 18, 2015 Bette and family invite all who knew Bob to share in the Celebration of his Life on Saturday, January 9, 2016, at South Elmsley Municipal Complex (next to the OPP building) on Hwy 15 South, approximately 2 miles southwest of Smiths Falls from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Please bring only your memories and stories of Bob to share with others there. Informal attire. Light refreshments will be served.

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RUSSETT, BILL (LIFELONG FARMER)

LA FOREST, LEO

MCLEOD, ALICE

Suddenly but peacefully at home on Christmas day, 2015; Leo Charles Joseph La Forest of Woodstock passed away at the age of 60 years. Beloved son of the late Gerard and Lillian (nee Levesque) La Forest and stepson of the late Percy Scheel. Dearly loved “Dad” of Amy Landry (Chris), Lindsay Dolson (Bob Rowley) and Michael La Forest, all of Woodstock. Former husband of Kim Smith. Cherished “Grampa” of Sydney, Noah, Emmit, Leila, Addison and Maya. Dear brother of Loretta Schlievert (Gordon), Dianne O’Connor (Todd) and Richard La Forest (Jean) and stepbrother of Margaret Ann Koss (Ken), Donna Fleury (Maurice), Paul Scheel (Wendy), Randy Scheel (Roseanne), Debbie Coe (Kevin) and Carol Kidd (Bob). Predeceased by 3 brothers: Jim, Gerry (late Ida) and Maurice (late Elaine) La Forest and a stepsister, Judy Fleury (late Elwood). Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends were invited to join Leo’s family during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m., and again on Wednesday morning from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in St. John Chrysostom Church, Arnprior on Wednesday morning at 10 o’clock. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery, Arnprior. In memory of Leo, please consider a donation to CHEO. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

Quite suddenly but peacefully at Granite Ridge Community Care in Stittsville in the early morning hours of Sunday, December 27th, 2015. Alice Sadie McLeod; formerly of Arnprior passed away at the age of 71. Beloved, devoted and adored mother of Rodney McLeod (Stephanie) of Stittsville and Julie McLeod (Robert LeFort) of Woodbine, Texas. Cherished and proud grandmother of Brandon (Katie), Ashley (Mark), Steve, Bridget, Mackenzie, Peyton, Joshua and Jordan. Survived by a brother, Raymond Benoit (Julie) and a sister, Jean Wright (Eric). Predeceased by her parents, Harry and Sadie Benoit as well as a brother, Herbie Benoit and sisters: June Belisle and Theresa Street. Former wife and long time friend of Charlie McLeod of Arnprior. Alice will be fondly remembered and lovingly missed by the many who were recipients of her love, kindness and generosity. Family and friends were invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Saturday, January 2nd, 2016 from 9:00 until 10:45 a.m. and where a Funeral Liturgy was celebrated in the Pilon Family Chapel at 11 o’clock. In memory of Alice, please consider a donation to the Arnprior Lions Club. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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Erin Elizabeth O’Brien Cooper

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

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O’Brien

Maizie Evelyn Fournier

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Born May 1, 1939, daughter of Jack and Elizabeth Ballard (Lawlis). Passed away on December 31, 2015 at home in Renfrew. Predeceased by her parents and her brother John Ballard. Those who knew her, knows she fought a good fight. Barbara leaves behind 6 children, Lorraine (Ray) Mulligan, Mona, John, Wendy (Jake Litva), Andy and Shannon. She also leaves 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren, as well as her sister Peggy Morris, brother David Vincent and many cousins. Mom loved life. She had a passion for music, ceramics, stained glass and native studies. Her professional work took her into the health care system by first volunteering at a hospital and in later years working with Paramed. She also ran her own business (The Mourning Dove) for many years. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to her friend Elma Shanks, for getting her out of the house, Bob McNair, who checked in on her and drove her to her appointments, her neighbor Linda who helped with chores and countless paramedics and service personnel who attended to her needs. A private family service was held at Tubman Funeral Homes, Carp. Donations to any local food bank in Barbara’s memory would be appreciated. Condolences, tributes and donations may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com

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Peacefully at The Grove Nursing Home, Arnprior on Friday evening, January 1st, 2016. William Malcolm “Bill” Russett of McNab/Braeside passed away just 2 days shy of his 86th birthday. Beloved husband and best friend for over 62 years of Dorothy (nee Scheel). Dearly loved father of Brent Russett (Lynda) of Ottawa and Jennifer Metcalfe (Russell) of Auckland, New Zealand. Cherished “Grampa” of Ethan, Amy, Hillary and Isaac. Loved brother of Blyth Russett (Lois) and Gloria Hamilton (late Bill). Predeceased by a brother, Rayburn Russett (1955). Dear son of the late McLean Russett and the late Edna Anderson. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends may pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Thursday, January 7th, 2016 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. only. A Service to celebrate Bill’s life will be conducted in the Arnprior Wesleyan Church, 128 Mary Street, Arnprior on Friday afternoon, January 8th, 2016 at 1 o’clock. Private interment Albert Street Cemetery, Arnprior, In memory of Bill, please consider a donation to World Hope Canada or The Grove Nursing Home, Arnprior. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Erin O’Brien Cooper on December 31, 2015 at the age of 37, surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer. Her loving nature and incredible inner strength will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Beloved wife of Tony Cooper. Cherished mother to her two boys, Cody and Jake. Erin was the daughter of Mary O’Brien (Marty Smith) and Bill (Irene) O’Brien. Daughter-In-Law to Alan and Connie Young and Bill and Glenna Patterson. Dear sister to Kristi (Bill) Plaschka and sister-in-law to Amy and Steve Schonauer, and Chris Young (Krislyn Seward). Fondly remembered by nieces and nephews Elise, Andrew, Tegan and Hazel. She will be dearly missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. The Family will receive relatives and friends at OíDacre Family Funeral Home at 15 Victoria Street, Perth, Ontario on Thursday, January 7, 2016. Visitation is from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Funeral Service at 1:00 p.m. Reception to follow. For those wishing to donate, a Trust Fund has been set up in honour of her two children.

IN MEMORIAM

TURCOTTE, KIM

(Electrician-Yemen Electric, Renfrew) December 31, 1958 – December 31, 2015 Peacefully at Hospice Renfrew while surrounded by his loving family on Thursday morning, December 31st, 2015; Kimberly John Turcotte of White Lake passed away on his 57th birthday following a brief but very courageous journey through cancer. Beloved husband and best friend of Patsy (nee Beach). Dearly loved and devoted Dad and mentor of Andrew Turcotte of Cloyne and Stephen Turcotte (Natasha Holly) of Woodlawn. Cherished and proud “Poppa” of Madyson and Cameron. Dear brother of Kevin Turcotte (Heather), Karen Turcotte and Kelly Mulvihill (Sean), all of Arnprior. Special nephew and loved godson of Gail Collins (late Bill). Lovingly remembered by his aunts and uncles: Charlene Mosley (late Calvin); Bert Tourangeau (late Alberna); Beverley Moote (Peter) and Allan James (Colleen). Dear brother-in-law of Cairine Bruce (Garnet); Ronald Clarke (late Dianne); Cheryl Saunders (Gordon); Dorothy Aubé (Daniel) and John Beach (Rosanna). Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and great friends. Relatives and friends were invited to join Kim’s family during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Wednesday, January 6th, 2016 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and again on Thursday morning from 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. A Service to honour and remember Kim’s life was conducted in the Pilon Family Chapel at 11 o’clock. In memory of Kim, please consider a donation to Hospice Renfrew. Condolences/Donations/Webcast www.pilonfamily.ca

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VIOLET MURPHY August 30, 1928 – January 10, 2014 Two years have passed since you were called away. Dian Congdon (Marty), Bonnie (Rick) Haggart, Jim (Rosalinde) Murphy, Helen Murphy, John (Sheila) Murphy want the world to know their mother is still missed and in their hearts forever more. Her 11 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren want it to be known she is fondly remembered. Helen is dedicating this poem she wrote at the loss of her mother. VOILET I knew a woman who never gave up, But, as time passed, she ran out of luck. A woman who could not survive as her door slammed shut. It proved way too much! That woman was my mother, And she was like no other. I will remember her with pride, And carry her love in every step of my stride. I will keep her spirit alive with all my thoughts and love. And wrap it around my soul, like a rubber glove. I will love her as much as ever, And won’t ever forget her, NEVER!!

IN MEMORIAM

LACELLE, Christine – In loving memory of my dear daughter who passed away January 12, 2008. Past her suffering, past her pain, Cease to weep for tears are vain, She who suffered is at rest, Gone to Heaven with the blest. Forever Remembered Dad

MacMILLAN, Phyllis 1930 - 2015 A year has passed dear Mother, Since the day you were called away. How well we do remember, That sad and weary day. Your faint last wish We should liked to have heard, And breathed in your ear, Our last parting words. We’ll love you forever, now rest in peace Mother Dear. For only those who have lost can tell, The sorrow of not being able to say farewell. In loving memory of our dear Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother, who passed away January 11, 2015. Sadly Missed, Forever Loved Kathy, Brendan, Amanda and D.J. Breige, Brock and Daylin

MacMILLAN, Keith 1950 - 2010 In loving memory of our dear Brother and Uncle who passed away January 13, 2010. However long our lives may last Whatever joy or grief be ours, We will always remember you. Sadly missed Kathy and Family

IN MEMORIAM

LACELLE (Giles), Christine – In loving memory of a special sister, sister-in-law and aunt, Chris, who passed away January 12, 2008. We are sending a dove to heaven With a parcel on it’s wings Be careful when you open it It’s full of beautiful things. Inside are a million kisses Wrapped in a million hugs To say how much we miss you And send you all our love. We hold you close within our hearts And there you will remain To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again. Always remembered Forever loved Tracy and Jamie Mike Donna and Bill And Families

WHITTEKER (nee Bygrove) - In loving memory of our dear sister Susan, November 4, 1956 - December 29, 2012. We were so blessed to have you as our sister, which is why we miss you every minute of every day. You live forever in our hearts. Heartfelt love from your sisters Wendy, Marnie, Lorie, Sandy, Bev brothers-in-laws, nieces and nephews

IN MEMORIAM

GRIFFITH – In loving memory of Soni, who passed away January 7, 2013. A precious wife, mother and daughter-in-law who is missed every day. Remembering you can make us smile Bring laughter or a tear How precious are those memories That keep you every near Although we cannot touch your hand Or sit and laugh with you We miss you in so many ways And the things we used to do With all our Love Ernie, Charles, Kyle David and Ruth BURNS – In loving memory of David Arthur Burns. November 23, 1949 - January 8, 2012. A heart of gold stopped beating, Hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. The leaves and flowers may wither, The golden sun may set, But the hearts that loved dearly, Are the ones who won’t forget. Memories keep you near us, Forever in our hearts. Love always Linda Mark, Karen and Kaylea Bill, Penny, Keisha, Jacob Billy, Melissa and Brady

VOLK, Raymond August 26, 1941 January 9, 2001 It’s hard to believe you have been gone for 15 years. You are forever in our hearts. Love, Todd, Brian, Joanne, Shane and Jonathon LABELLE – In loving memory of Anthony ‘Tony’ LaBelle March 4, 1964 – January 8, 2005 A wonderful son laid to rest, For each of us he did his best. What we would give if we could say, Hello Tony in the same old way. To hear your voice, to see your great smile, To sit with you and chat for a while. So if you have a son, Cherish him with care, For you’ll never know the heartache, When he is no longer there. Love forever, Dad and Mom Angel, Don and Tara Kim and Cliff

GIFF, Ruby – In loving memory of our dear wife, mother, grandmother and sister who passed away January 11, 2014. A special person a special face Someone we love and can’t replace Never selfish, always kind These are the memories she left behind. We love you and miss you Until we meet again Donald and family

IN MEMORIAM

HANNAFORD, Bev In loving memory of my dear wife who passed away January 6, 2007. In a quiet country graveyard, Where the gentle breezes blow, Lies the one I loved so dearly And lost nine years ago. Always remembered and forever loved Stu

HANNAFORD, Bev In loving memory our special Mom, Mother-inlaw, Nan and Great Nan, who passed away January 6, 2007. Nine years have passed since that sad day, When my world came to an end. For that’s the day I lost you, My mom, my best friend. My heart still aches with sorrow, And endless tears still flow. What it meant to lose you mom, No one can really know. Though you are not here with me, We truly are not apart, You will always be living in my heart. “The Wind Beneath My Wings” Sadly missed always remembered, Marg and Family

IN MEMORIAM MCCANN, Barbara “Barb” - In loving memory of my dear friend who passed away January 3, 2008. Remembrance is a golden chain Death tries to break but all in vain To have, to love and then to part Is the greatest sorrow of ones heart. The years may wipe out many things, But this they wipe out never The memory of those happy days, When we were all together. Miss you Love Fifi, Elaine and Earl

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LIVESTOCK Horseshoeing & trimming. Certified Farrier, call John 613-267-7478. Rabbits for sale, purebred New Zealand, $20 each. 613-267-4631. Wanted to buy, horses, colts and ponies, all types. Contact Bob Perkins at 613-342-6030.

Guitars, Amplifiers, any quality used instruments wanted at MILL MUSIC. We pay top dollar cash for instruments. 22 Raglan St. (main street) Renfrew. www.millmusic.ca 613.432.4381

Wanted - furnace oil, will PETS remove tank if possible. Call 613-479-2870. Set your dog free with a Dogwatch Hidden Fence System. Service and inVEHICLES stallation of any system. 2012 Ford F150 extended 1 ( 8 0 0 ) 6 4 7 - 3 3 0 7 . cab pick-up truck, 3.5L, www.dogwatchontario.ca ecco boast, maximum Piano Technician, Certified, trailer tow, many options, with Piano Technician’s $24,900. 613-391-9730. VEHICLES Guild, extensive experience with tuning, repairing and rebuilding. Contact Grant Pattingale at 613-284-8333, 4 Arctic Claw, snow tires, 1-877-742-6648 or 205-75-14, $275; 100 www.piano4u.ca * New Location 95 Dufferin Hwy 7 * sheets of roofing steel, $5 Across from Tim Hortons, Perth a sheet. 613-259-2067. 16’ stair lift. $1,500 o.b.o.; propane salamander; new large Magic Bullet; 2 Walmart vacuum sealers (large); Hamilton Beach double deep fryer (new); Brother fax machine; new roasters (stainless steel); 1953 Hallmaster shortwave radio; new outdoor fireplace; 4 upholstered wooden chairs. 613-889-2894.

Cedar rails, pickets & posts for sale, as well as rough sawn cedar & pine lumber. Call or text 613-913-7958.

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Carleton Place, available February 1, (2) 1 bedroom apartments, $675 and $685 plus utilities; Almonte, private rooms, shared bathrooms $525/mnth. Rooms with private bathrooms $600/mnth. Bachelor units with kitchen $725/mnth. 1 bedroom apartment with kitchen $850/mnth. 2 bedroom apartment $1100. All include utilities, basic internet & cable, laundry facilities. Available immediately; For rent in Appleton, indoor storage $85/mnth, outdoor storage $50/mnth. Call Craig 613-253-7777 or e m a i l info@countycabs.com

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Our vision is a community that embraces restorative practices to repair harm, build community and strengthen relationships. Lanark County Community Justice Program (LCCJP) is developing a new program and is recruiting for three position types. This initiative will see volunteers working with youth in the schools and youth centres of our service area to promote the use of restorative approaches. • Community Animator (1) - Program management position 21 hours/week for up to 3 years • Team Leaders (5) – Approximately 40 hours of work per month with a small stipend • Volunteers for the New Program – Working directly with youth Full position descriptions for these positions as well as supporting information about LCCJP is available on our website at www.commjustice.org. All successful candidates will be required to undergo specific training prior to commencing work. Requirements: • Be at least 18 years of age. • Have a clean driving record and access to a reliable vehicle. • Be willing to provide a Vulnerable Sector check within 30 days of the date of hire. • Sign an Oath of Confidentiality. Please forward your resume and a cover letter by email only to Beth Peterkin, Executive Director, at beth@commjustice.org with “Confidential and the Position Title” in the subject line. No phone calls will be accepted. Deadline for applications is Monday January 18, 2016 at 4:00 p.m. While we appreciate the interest of all who respond, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is funded with the assistance of the Ontario Trillium Foundation, an agency of the Government of Ontario, the United Way of Lanark County and the Law Foundation of Ontario.

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Christa Stewart, EA/HR Coordinator Municipality of North Grenville 285 County Road 44, Box 130, Kemptville ON K0G 1J0 Telephone: 613-258-9569 x 155 Fax: 613-258-9620 e-mail: cstewart@northgrenville.on.ca The Municipality of North Grenville is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 and in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act will only be used for candidate selection.

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Plumber – Experienced but not limited to: Industrial, Commercial or Residential Minimum Requirement – 1st Year Apprentice General Machinist - Candidate must be able to set up and operate a variety of machine tools to cut or grind metal, plastic or other materials to make or modify parts or products with precise dimensions. CNC experience an asset. Positions are permanent and full time. Excellent wages and benefits package available. Submit your resume to: P.O. Box 1534, Brockville, Ontario K6V 6E6 Fax: 613-342-8574 Email: dlee@fps.ca NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE. ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. THANK YOU, IN ADVANCE, TO ALL WHO SUBMITTED APPLICATIONS.

The Town of Smiths Falls is seeking to fill a full-time Coordinator of Business Development and Tourism Position Overview: The Coordinator provides assistance to the Economic Development Manager as the Town of Smiths Falls embarks on an aggressive economic development plan. The Coordinator’s main responsibilities are; outreach to prospective businesses or tourists, research, projects and administrative. Tact, diplomacy and discretion are essential to the role, as the Coordinator may have access to confidential information. The ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with both internal and external clients as well as strong organizational skills are required for success. Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience: • Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Economic Development or related discipline • Strong customer service orientation • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive relationships • Ability to maintain confidentiality and interact professionally with all levels of the organization • Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication with strong writing abilities • Highly effective skills in prioritization, multi-tasking, and time management • Proven organizational skills with the ability to deal with competing priorities and manage time appropriately • Ability to assimilate information from a variety of sources • Proactive, enthusiastic self-starter with advanced problem solving skills • Advanced software skills including Microsoft Office Suite and Indesign • A valid driver’s license A detailed job description is available on the Town’s website at www.smithsfalls.ca Please send resume quoting job reference: Coordinator of Business Development and Tourism in the subject line to lmckimm@smithsfalls.ca in a word document by Friday January 28, 2016 at 12 noon. The Town of Smiths Falls is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Only those under consideration will be contacted. Information is collected for the purpose of job selection under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. CLS467551_0107

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Prodecal Ltd in Perth is looking for a Production Assistant for Signage/Screen Printing Shop Candidate must be able to/or have knowledge in: Computer Programming Application of decals Use of hand tools/measuring tools Screenprinting/Press operating an assest Hours of work Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm Wages to be determined on experience Resumes will be accepted by fax 613-267-1491 or email heather@prodecal.ca

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century B.C., the Nabataean tribe built the city of Petra, forming buildings and architecture from the soft sandstone rock. They built conduit systems (many of which still survive), which carried water into the city. A massive earthquake in 363 A.D. destroyed all waterworks, and forced the inhabitants to abandon Petra. A World Heritage site since 1985, Petra was chosen as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007. At the entrance large signs asked visitors to avoid exploiting children and animals. Many young children provide much-needed income to their families, by selling postcards and trinkets to tourists, during school hours. Although it is definitely preferable for children to secure an education, one is still inclined to buy small items from the persistent, charismatic, impoverished youngsters. A winding path, cut into the rock, leads to the monastery at the top of Petra. Scraggy donkeys are offered for hire, to assist tourists in ascending the summit. In western countries, such an arrangement would be considered animal cruelty, but in Petra I saw overweight tourists sitting atop straining and struggling animals. Our approach to Petra was through a gradually sloping 1.2 kilometre long siq (an Arabic word meaning ‘the shaft’), a winding passageway which wound its way between towering, curving cliffs on either side. The multi-toned reddish rock changed colour constantly, as we moved from shaded to sunny areas. At first I thought we were strolling through a canyon, but later learned we were passing through a landmass which was once forced apart by tectonic forces. We literally gasped when we reached the entrance to the city, where the narrow passageway evolves into a large open area containing hawkers and donkeys and camels, all dwarfed beneath the towering treasury, a stunning façade carved out of the iron-laden sandstone. Built as a tomb, with pillars reaching almost to the top of the mountain into which it had been carved, the structure became mistakenly known as The Treasury. Locals came to believe that an Egyptian pharaoh had hidden his treasure in the top decorative urn. Still-visible bullet holes in this urn are a testimony to many fortune hunters attempting

A young Jordanian boy moves on from selling postcards to Canadian tourist Dympna Devoy, left, and New Zealand tourist Maureen McKay, right, and tries his luck with photographer Desmond Peter Devoy. Photo courtesy Desmond Peter Devoy

to dislodge this alleged treasure. We had had many ‘Kodak Moments’ on our walk through the siq, but our latest stop necessitated that we take many more snaps. We were grateful for our digital cameras, for previously we would have been forced to bring along or buy dozens of vulnerable (to heat, and X-Ray screening) rolls of film. We walked a bit further, until we were about two kilometres from the entrance gate. We were still only half way to the monastery, but we decided we would leave that climb until the following day. Returning the way we had come, we passed a pick-up truck, heading towards the treasury, in the back of which sat a couple of men. I saw what I thought was a small paper bag, falling off the back of the truck, onto the ground. I surmised that the bag must have some heavy object inside it, otherwise it would surely have floated away. I walked to retrieve the bag, in order to return it to one of the men, but they made some gestures, indicating I should leave the bag where it was. It was only then that I looked back along the trail, and noticed similar bags, every few metres, upon the ground. So, the bag I’d just picked up hadn’t fallen from the truck, but had been thrown from it. Looking inside the bag, I saw that it contained nothing but a small tea-light candle. The penny dropped: I’d read that a spectacular light show is displayed thrice-weekly at Petra, with more than 1,000 tea-lights lighting the way from the siq to the Treasury, to the delight of guests walking the route. The charge for this spectacular is 17 Jordanian Dollars (or J.D.’s), which is about $34

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CDN. That evening, most of the hotel guests, from six different countries, sat around the roof-top dining area, as Muhammad emptied his specialty dish of chicken and rice from a large metal pot, onto a huge plate. (Our meal had been cooked in the pot, over a fire in the ground, and this gave the food a unique, smoky flavour.) We had worked up an appetite during our extended walk, and we washed down our food with that internationally popular drink, Coca Cola. Next morning we ran the gauntlet of many trinketsellers, who could speak rudimentary words from a dozen different languages, which they used to tell us that they liked us very much, which was why they were rewarding us with such very special prices. Finally we came to the winding path, cut into the rock, which winds its way up to the mountain-top monastery. (Built around 86 B.C., the monastery is reputed to have been used as a church in Byzantine times, hence the name.) We chose to struggle to the top on foot, a journey which could be completed in 45 minutes, if one chose to walk non-stop. However, the day was hot, the mountain steep, so we took twice as long, and wisely drank plenty of water. We carried nothing but small backpacks, and I felt pity for the sorry donkeys, their bodies sagging under the excessive weight of corpulent bodies. At the top, the façade of the monastery was impressive, but after the magnificence of the treasury, all other sites paled badly in comparison. (Next week: Wadi Rum, beloved by both Lawrence of Arabia, and Matt Damon)

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nomic position of small and large business in the area. One such group is the Grenville Community Futures Development Corporation, (GCFDC). On June 19 the GCFDC held its annual general meeting in North Grenville at the North Grenville Municipal Centre. The mission of the GCFDC is to invest in jobs, businesses as well as community innovation in Grenville County. Financing business has always been a cornerstone of the GCFDC. In 20142015 it gave out $1.2 million in loans to 22 business. The economic boost the loans provided had an impact on 86 jobs. Since 1990, the GCFDC has loaned out $21.7 million to 510 businesses with a GCFDC moves forward resulting impact on 2,947 with positive economic jobs. plans The economic health of Randy Urslak appointed Grenville County is not North Grenville Deputy just the result of luck and Fire Chief opportunity. Randy Urslak is a humMany economic groups Royal Rideau Chair to serve as promotional tool for tourism The Royal Rideau Chair, a symbol of tourism along the Rideau Canal, was formally launched on June 22. “This chair was born out of the Visitors Experience Opportunities Concept,” explained Forbes Symon, Director of Planning and Development. “The purpose is to assist in branding and marketing.” He said Leeds-Grenville MP Gord Brown has been a champion of promoting the Rideau Canal as a tourist destination. “He was the one who said as a symbol of the Rideau Canal, we should have a chair,” said Symon.

you about the number of people he’s helped over the past 16 years as a volunteer fire fighter and the first to thank everyone else for making it possible. He was officially appointed Deputy Chief – the first full-time position of this kind in North Grenville - on June 22 and will begin his duties on July 2. He began volunteering with the Kemptville Fire Department in 1999, when it was still based in the old armoury on Reuben Crescent. “I was at the shop (Randy’s Performance Automotive) all the time,” said Urslak. “We were open five years at that point and a friend of mine came in and said they needed some day time guys for the department. So I joined – I work right in Kemptville anyways. I didn’t know much about it, but I learned.” He explained he needed something different in his life at that time and volunteering for the fire depart-

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“I am a lifelong resident and I know the area and the people really well,” said Urslak, “and because I’m a mechanic, I knew a lot of the technical stuff anyways – how the trucks worked and that sort of thing – it was a nice fit.” Over the years, Urslak has helped countless people (and animals) within the community.

Council asked to endorse Healthy Communities Partnership vision Health is a top priority in everyone’s minds. “The Healthy Communities Partnership is made up of people who believe you can do more together, than you can separately,” said Dr. Paula Stewart, of the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit. She explained the vision behind the Healthy Communities Partnership for Lanark, Leeds and Grenville is to create healthier lifestyles. See Year in Review page K10

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It’s all over but the shouting. Christmas and New Year are behind us but there is a new year stretched out before us, full of opportunity and promise. Not just for us but for thousands of refugees that will be landing on our soil. Our soil will become their soil to share. When I was in the grocery store shopping for our Christmas dinner, I couldn’t help notice the drastic increase in produce prices. Fruit and vegetables coming out of the United States have fallen victim to the wide gap in the currency exchange. Most of these have spent days on a truck and more in a warehouse. We have no idea what chemicals were used in growing or maintaining these products until they reach market. Many, many groups and individuals have stepped up to welcome the influx of those in need. Almost all of their needs are being anticipated. Housing, medical attention, job placement, language training, education and transportation. In the short term it is mostly charity and I’m sure it will be appreciated but new beginnings can mean so much more if the dignity of self reliance is included. So I have a plan. Many of the new arrivals will be housed in temporary accommodation or apartments. Many will have children deprived of proper nutrition for years. That’s where we gardeners can help. When we start our seeds, put in a few extra tomatoes, squash, cucumber and lettuce. They may not have the room to plant their

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news own garden. Again, that’sCOMMUNITY where we can help. Take the time to show them allotment gardens in your area or, if you have some extra space, offer them a plot in your garden. Give them access to your gardening tools and your compost pile and stand back. Let themINSIDE garden as a family. If you’re really keen, you can get some of the gardening tips translated into Arabic or their dialect. I’m convinced that if you welcomed a family into your garden, you would learn more about the human condition and grow more then REGION fruits and vegetables. You will grow lasting relationships. I had the good fortune to work with some of the original “Boat People” escaping Vietnam. I was amazed with their work ethic, resilience .COM and humour. They exposed me to a culture that was new to me and a gastronomy unimagined. All they needed was a start. I’m proud of Canada’s commitment to make things better. It will be a challenge. I’m sure gardening in Canada is way different than gardening in Syria ( by a few hardiness zones), but if we can offer the chance of self reliance, good nutrition and meet a few new friends, it’s a win win situation. How lucky are we to have such bounty and be able to share? All they need is opportunity and promise. They will take it from there. I would love to hear some stories at this time next year. If you have any gardening questions, email me at gordknights3@gmail.com .COM

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Above, the Dedication Plaque for the M109A4 Self-Propelled Howitzer Memorial Monument was unveiled during the dedication ceremony. From left, Veterans Way Memorial Committee member Roy Brown, VWMC Chairman Owen Fitz’Gerald, Mayor David Gordon, Ferguson Forest Centre Corporation Board of Directors President John Wilson, Councillor Tim Sutton, Leeds-Grenville MPP Steve Clark, Leeds-Grenville MP Gord Brown and VWMC member Douglas Brunton. To the right, Brown, accompanied by a local sea cadet, laid the Wreath of Remembrance during the ceremony.

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St. James Anglican Church 35 Clothier St. W. Worship Sunday 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. with Sunday school. MidCOMMUNITY news week service Wed. 10 am. For information about up coming events and Leslie Hall stjameskemptville.com, phone 613-258-2562. Fr. Robert Porter. Kemptville Pentecostal Church 1964 County Road 43 Kemptville. Sunday services: 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. INSIDE Sunday School during service. Reverend Steven Kohls. North Grenville Community Church (2659 Concession). Free Methodist 10:30 a.m. Sunday Service. 613-258-4815. Senior Pastor Reverend Daniel C. Massey. www.ngccfm.ca. Presbyterian Kemptville & Mountain Pastoral ChargeREGION Rev. Samer Kandalaft. St. Paul’s Kemptville 10:45 a.m. Sunday Service /Church School /Nursery. Knox Mountain Service 9:15 a.m. Holy Cross Church (505 Clothier St. W). Mass Times: Sat: 5 p.m., Sun: 9 and 11 a.m. Children’s Liturgy during .CA 11 a.m. Mass. Father Andrew Shim. St. John’s United Church 400 Prescott Street 10:00 a.m. Sunday Service with a nursery and Church school. Rev. Lynda Harrison officiating. Offices open Tues 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. & Wed-Fri 8:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Phone 613-258-3259 or e-mail stjohnsk@magma.ca. Calendar of events available at www.kemptvilleunitedchurch. org. Building is fully accessible. St. Andrews United 256 South Gower Dr., Heckston. Sunday Service 11 a.m. Reverend Blair Paterson 613-989-2825.

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Kemptville Christian Reformed Church 2455 County Rd. 18/Clothier St. W. 10:00 a.m and 6:30 p.m. (call for details) Sunday Services. Children’s Worship during morning service, Sunday School following a.m. service. Pastor Ken Gehrels 613-258-5008 Harmony Community Church 12010 Ormond Road, Winchester. Sunday Service 9:15 a.m. Adult Bible Class 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship 613-774-5170 Rev. D.B. North, Pastor. Mountain–South Mountain United Church, located in South Mountain. Minister: Rev. Blair Paterson. Service: 9:30 a.m. www.4unitedchurches.ca United Pentecostal Church 10 St. Lawrence St., Bishops Mills. Times of Services: Sunday Morning 10 a.m., Morning Worship; Sunday Evening 6 p.m., Evangelist Service–Old Fashion Preaching & Gospel Singing. Pastor-Rev. William Morehouse, 613-258-3665. Southgate Community Church 1303 French Settlement Rd., Kemptville. 3 services: 9:00 a.m., 10:20 a.m. and 11:40 a.m. Lead Pastor Ben Last. Youth and Worship Pastor Joel Van Dasselaar. Children’s Ministry coordinator Lindsay Shephard. www.southgatechurch.com The Anglican Parish of Oxford A big county welcome from our rural churches. We worship every Sunday at 9 a.m. St. Anne’s, Oxford Station – 1st and 3rd Sundays. St. Andrew’s, Garretton – 2nd and 4th Sundays. St. Peter’s, North Augusta – every 5th Sunday + Christmas and Easter. Fr. Robert Porter. 613-258-2562

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KDH Board and Foundation welcome new directors The Kemptville District Hospital Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Carolyn Chisholm to the board, effective June 25, 2015. The board also welcomes a new ex-officio member, Robert Noseworthy, who joins in his capacity as the new Chair of the KDH Foundation. Chisholm brings two decades of experience in government relations and public policy to the hospital board. Further delay for Fetherston waste water treatment system The residents of Fetherston Mobile Home Park continue to wait for their state-of-the-art waste water treatment system. “The residents are not happy and I don’t blame them. I’m getting scared,” said Maurice Dumoulin, president of the Fetherston Mobile Home Park Association. It all comes down to money. Construction of the system was scheduled to begin in the fall of 2014, then April 2015, then June, then July and now it’s slated to begin prior to Sept. 1.

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Tom Cochrane and Red Rider set to perform in Kemptville this Friday Tom Cochrane came to Kemptville to perform at the Kemptville Live Music Festival Friday, on July 24 at 9:30 p.m. Best known as the lead singer of Red Rider, this 1980s rock icon’s musical career has spanned decades and generations. He launched a solo career in 1991 with the release of his album, ‘Life is a Highway.’ Best known for his hit songs ‘Human Race,’ ‘Luna- tic Fringe,’ ‘I Wish You Well,’ ‘Life is a Highway,’ ‘White Hot,’ ‘Big League’ and ‘Boy In- side the Man,’ Tom Cochrane is a Canadian music legend.

from a full-time director position. Municipality seeks provincial trail funds An opportunity to expand upon active transportation in North Grenville has arisen. The municipality intends to submit an expression of interest for the Ontario Municipal Cycling Infrastructure Program. “This is a new program through the Ministry of Transportation,” said Forbes Symon, Director of Planning and Development. “It’s a $10 million program.” He explained the program is intended to promote active transportation. “Municipalities can apply for up to 50 per cent funding, to a maxiKDH Foundation members seek to mum of $325,000,” said Symon. He create new ‘pillars’ in community Get said the program fits in nicely with pic Robert and Margaret and Mavis the trails strategy in North Grenville. Hospitals are arguably the most important aspect of any community. Garnet Crawford passes Kemptville District Hospital is no Garnet Crawford, a long-time resiexception. It is there whenever resident and businessman in the North dents need it. Grenville community, has passed The KDH Foundation, which was away. formed in 1979, is the entity the hosThe Crawford family are the former pital relies on to fundraise for equip- owners of the Kemptville Advance. ment. Garnet and his family helped shape “As a foundation, our job is to the North Grenville community landraise money to support the hospi- scape with their paper. tal,” said Joanne Mavis, the new He passed at the age of 84 on July Executive Director of the KDH 18, 2015 at the Kemptville District Foundation. The members of the Hospital. foundation are all volunteers, aside See Year in Review page K11

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Community builder Garnet Crawford, former owner of the Kemptville Advance left a legacy of growth, posperity and opportunity iin North Grenville. The Kemptville Advance grew along with its community for over a hundred years. Garnet Crawford, a firefighter, and businessman was part of the journey shared by many of the North Grenville community builders. The Crawford family operated the community newspaper until until it became part of the Runge and then Metroland chain of newspapers.

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With the help of Bob Duncan and Bruce Scott the Merrickville Car show was born. Young entrepreneur donates partial proceeds to Country Cat Sanctuary Finn Swale is no ordinary nineyear-old. He got to work starting his own business; Finn’s Cat Grass. And the cats of North Grenville are eating it up. “I saw his cat grass at the (Kemptville Kinsmen) Farmers’ Market,” said Audrey Rooney, of Rooney Feeds Ltd. “I bought some for my own cat, who really enjoyed it. I told Finn to bring some in to the store for me to sell.”

Council strikes ‘everyone has the right to food’ from food charter get pic of tom Cochrane North Grenville council voted in favour of striking the sentence ‘everyone has the right to food,’ from the Food Charter for the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville and Lanark County on July 20. “This is a matter we have been involved in for a number of years,” said Director of Planning and Development Forbes Symon. “Local food is Municipality receives $100,000 for important for communities, economic repairs to Armoury development and local health.” He exThe Municipality of North Grenplained the Food Charter is a visionary ville received $100,000 of federal document. funding for repairs to the Armory building on Reuben Crescent in Long awaited for Howitzer gets roy- Kemptville on July 31. The money is al welcome in Kemptville part of the Canada 150 Community It has arrived. The long awaited Infrastructure program, for which the M109A4 Self-Propelled Howitzer was municipality submitted two applicagiven a warm welcome at its new home tions. The first priority was the Arin Veterans Way Memorial Park on July mory building and the second was the 20 by members of the Veterans Way Old Town Hall in Oxford Mills, next Memorial Commit- tee, municipal staff, to Maplewood Hall. members of council and the Ferguson Forest Centre Board of Directors. The Province rejects funding application Howitzer arrived in Kemptville on July for County Rd. 43 project again 16, by tractor trailer and was unloaded Too many municipalities, not by crane onto a concrete slab. The place- enough funds. Brian Carré, North ment of the Howitzer is a milestone for Grenville CAO, along with Andy the VWMC, which was formed in 2009 Brown, United Counties of Leeds and began working with the municipal- and Grenville CAO, were briefed by ity in 2011 to bring their visions for Vet- ministry representatives regarding the erans Way Memorial Park to life. rejection of applications for funding for the County Road 43 project. The Merrickville Car Show celebrates project is to make County Road 43, 15 years get pics from Somerville Road to the HighThe Merrickville Car Show founded way 416 overpass, a four-lane highby Bruce Stackhouse, along with Bill way. The joint application, from Kenny, roughly 15 years ago was an the municipality and counties, to the idea and a vision that the love of cars Ontario Community Infrastructure didn’t just mean you had to own a hot Fund (OCIF) has been rejected mulrod, classic or muscle car but sharing tiple times. their beauty, styling and craftsmanship with others was just as important. See Year in Review page K13

Happy New Year! Another year has come and gone, my fifth as your Councillor. Before we look ahead to 2016, I’d like to dedicate this column to 2015 and provide a bit of a year in review. Across the City of Ottawa, the major files in 2015 were LRT, the Central Library, Arts Court and, unfortunately, the ugly Uber vs. Taxi debate. The light rail project is progressing nicely with the rail yard being constructed on Belfast Road, the tunnel works nearing substantial completion and funding being committed for Stage 2 by the Provincial and Federal Governments. Stage 2 will see LRT extended to Orleans, Riverside South, Bayshore and Baseline Station by 2023. The Ottawa Public Library Board is moving forward with plans for a new central library, the Arts Court construction is well underway and the City is also working on updating our taxi by-laws in an effort to bridge the gap between the old and the new. The taxi discussion will likely see much more prominence in 2016. One major change in 2015 involves the Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee. As Chair, I was pleased to oversee the move of our regular meetings from City Hall to Ben Franklin Place. This move has resulted in an attendance increase with more rural residents coming out to our monthly meetings. ARAC may also choose to host evening meetings or meetings in rural communities as we did with the December 10th meeting in Manotick to deal with the Manotick Secondary Plan. Prominent agenda items that were dealt with last year at Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee included: the Land Evaluation & Area Review process, which is back underway; changes to how development charges were being applied in Richmond and Manotick with regard to future servicing connections; and the Wild Parsnip Management Plan. Other local items in 2015 included the new dock at the boat launch next to the Manotick Library, the sale of the Ayres Building to Rural Ottawa South Support Services, and the opening of the Peppermint Spa in the Weaver’s House, another prominent Dickinson Square property. Roads continue to be the number one issue throughout Rideau-Goulbourn. In 2015 Long Island Road and Century Road West were resurfaced and microsurfacing was completed on Pollock Road. I was also happy to support the Burritt’s Rapids Renewal Energy Association with a motion at Council in their efforts to bring hydroelectric power generation to the community. The 2015 and 2016 Budgets were both approved in the same calendar year. For Rideau-Goulbourn, much of the funding commitments involved infrastructure projects, such as the ones mentioned above and a number of road projects for 2016 as well. Also included in these budgets were upgrades to the Richmond and Manotick Arenas. The Richmond Arena, in what seemed to be the project that would never end, received a new roof while the Manotick Arena is slated for an expansion that will add new change rooms and more community space on the second level. The 2016 Budget includes upgrades to the Alfred Taylor Recreation Facility, in North Gower, in the form of a play structure replacement and a canteen replacement. Speaking of North Gower, there were two commemorative namings that came forward last year. The North Gower Bowling Alley was renamed in honour of former North Gower Recreation Association President, Gerry Lines. Mr. Lines was instrumental in the development of recreation facilities in the village. Toward the end of the year, a second commemorative naming was brought forward by the volunteer firefighters in North Gower. This application calls for the naming of the Fire Hall in honour of 50-year volunteer, Allen Sadler. This naming will move forward this year as it is still in the public consultation period. As usual, there were also many great events throughout RideauGoulbourn that wouldn’t be possible without the help of so many amazing community organizations and dedicated volunteers. Events such as Manotick Shiverfest, Canada Day in the Gower, Christmas in the Gower, the 50th Annual Kars Dog Show, Dickinson Days, Taste of Manotick, the Manotick Soap Box Derby, the Richmond Fair, the Hollerado/Manotick Arena expansion fundraising concerts as well as all of the winter carnivals and summer events make Rideau-Goulbourn a fantastic place to live. In addition to these many local events in the ward, Ottawa played host to the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup and was also named as host of the 2017 Roar of the Rings and the 2017 Juno Awards. Look for more exciting 2017 events to be announced this year.

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The sewage issues have finally been resolved at the Fetherston Mobile Home Park in North Grenville. Left to right are: North Grenville CAO Brian Carré, Karen Dunlop the director of public works, North Grenville mayor David Gordon, Maurice Dumoulin the president of the Fetherston Mobile Home Park Association, Kevin Loiselle the president and CRO of Clearford Water Systems, Michael Jiggins representing MPP Steve Clark, and long-time resident of the park, Paul Collins.

In closing, I just want to send everyone best wishes for 2016 and I look forward to another exciting year of representing our communities on Council. If you have any comments, questions or concerns, please feel free to email me at Scott.Moffatt@ottawa.ca or contact me by phone at 613-580-2491.

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Do Not Take Liberties with the Gods

What could solve many of the world’s problems this holiday season? There’s no more sage advice than the words, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” Yet time and again, the very opposite happens day after day in medicine, politics and unfortunately, even religion. I wonder what the Gods are thinking when they survey the world today? Confucius wrote in the Book of Rites in 500 B.C, “Do not take Dr. Gifford-Jones liberties with the Gods or weary them.” Today, we certainly must be pushing our limits of both. This year, people of all religions will celebrate their holy days at shrines around the world. TV will promote a message of love to millions. But the Gods must surely be tempted to interrupt and deliver a thunderous proclamation on a massive screen in the sky. They already show dead children washed up on Mediterranean shores and images of tens of thousands of people without food and shelter fleeing murderous conflicts in their home lands. And they could justifiably accuse world leaders of being totally inept and uncaring. Man’s inhumanity to man knows no bounds. Where is the “Do unto others?” I doubt that religion would escape the Gods’ thunder. Why wouldn’t they decry the so-called religious who have had 2,000 years to prevent the barbarities and human horror that are taking place today. After all, it is not creatures from another planet who are killing innocent people. Rather, it’s religious sects that have been killing each other in the name of religion for 2,000 years! They might declare that all would find a special place in hell. But what would the Gods say about the western medical establishment? They no doubt would applaud its huge advances in medical treatment. But their praise may be short-lived. They might charge that physicians had forgotten one of the most cherished parts of the Hippocratic Oath that stresses, “First, do no harm.” They might chastise doctors for their unholy alliance with pharmaceutical companies. Physicians, who have deviated so far from the Hippocratic edict, that it’s mind-boggling. They’ve also forgotten Voltaire, the French philosopher, who counselled, “The art of medicine is amusing the patient while nature cures the disease.” So what has happened? Rather than using good sense, treatment is now guided by multinational drug companies who have seduced doctors and the North American public into believing there is a convenient pill to ease every ache and pain. The primary motive of corporations is to program people into believing they’re ill and need a variety of questionable and often dangerous medications. Meantime, so many in the rest of the world suffer malnutrition, homelessness, with no resource for pills for their pain. I’m sure the Gods would agree that our world is doomed unless we stop polluting the land, sea and air. Yet, they would wonder why there is no hue and cry about how humans are polluting their own bodies. They would cite no better example than one in four North Americans taking cholesterol-lowering drugs. I believe the Gods would shake their heads in dismay and warn that something has gone horribly wrong with the judgement of the medical profession. My readers know that my opinion does not coincide with those of our medical establishment. It may also be that I’m not in harmony with the Gods either. If so, I will receive proper punishment when I finally arrive at their destination. But if I’m consigned to that fate, I believe I will face crowded accommodation. In this holiday season it is truly appalling to witness the utter human depravity inflicted on so many innocents and the cruelties suffered by uprooted families. So it would be wise for those in authority to be deeply concerned. Confucius could be right when he warned, that “it is dangerous to take liberties with Gods or weary them.” And where is the “Do unto others?” This is the 41st year I’ve had the privilege of wishing all of you good health and happiness in the year ahead.

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new free program. The Kemptville branch, 215 Assiniboine, is the first to From page K11 open in Canada. “Assiniboine was the name of a Canadian ship in the First World War and the Second World War,” said McIntosh. “A parent of a cadet made a generous donation in Sens Hometown Tour comes the name of his uncle who served on to Kemptville the Assiniboine in the Second World Last summer the Ottawa Senators War, so we decided to name the core hockey team shared both themselves after the ship.” and their philosophy of fun with their first Hometown Tour series through O’Farrell Financial Book Fair in eastern Ontario and western Quebec. support of KYC a resounding success This summer they did the tour North Grenville residents and again and succeeded in giving their sponsors helped The Kemptville fans a good time. Youth Centre (KYC) raise $21,000. On Thursday, Aug. 27, the event Collectively, hundreds of book lovers rolled into Kemptville and stopped at bought over 30,000 books to support the Canadian Tire Store parking lot youth services in the community. at the Kemptville Colonnade. More The total raised was so high due than 250 people came to the special to the number of great silent auction event to get autographs, play one-on- items donated from various busione hockey, have supper at Fatless nesses in the area, and thanks to The Fries, test their puck shooting skill Ferguson Forest Centre sharing their and have a game of hockey with their space for free. “Without the amazing friends. space that Ferguson Forest Centre (FFC) lends us, we wouldn’t be able New free youth program starts in to have this book fair,” explained Kemptville this fall Robin Heald from KYC. The Navy League is about adventure. “Youth should join because ‘Ride to Turn the Tide’ raises over there’s ‘oceans of opportunity,’” said $55,000 for Stephen Lewis Foundation Susie McIntosh, Navy League OffiThe Grassroot Grannies Ride to cer. Turn the Tide can’t be categorized The cadet corps, which caters to as a fundraiser – it is so much more youth aged nine to 12, is a brand

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than that. The Grannies raised over $55,000 for the Stephen Lewis Foundation (SLF) this year. Since the Ride to Turn the Tide’s inception six years ago, the Grannies have raised over $200,000 for the foundation. ‘Fill the Bus’ campaign collects $559 and $679 pounds of food The first ever ‘Fill the Bus’ campaign on Aug. 28, in support of the House of Lazarus, collected $559 and 679 pounds of food in four hours. The Lannin Bus used for the campaign travelled from Jonsson’s Independent in Kemptville, to the Kemptville Walmart and onto Andy’s Foodland in Winchester to collect donations for the House of Lazarus food bank.

visory Committee by local resident Don Munz in 2014. The idea was to beautify a prominent space in the downtown core through the reproduction and enlargement of historic postcards.

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CAO discusses progress of Kemptville College working group North Grenville’s Brian Carre, CAO, brought an update regarding the progress of the Kemptville College working group to the committee of the whole on Sept. 21. “First and foremost, I would like to report that with our first tier stakeholder consultations we have contact 18 organizations that had initially expressed some interest, either through the Lyle Vanclief report, or through some findings on the part of Eric McSweeney,” said Carre. “Of those 18 discussions and attempts to meet with organizations, I can report that eight of these organizations we have had follow-up discussions with – discussions to possible partner on a multi-tenant campus for Kemptville College.

Heritage murals installed in downtown Kemptville The Municipality of North Grenville announced the installation of murals along the retaining wall near the North Grenville Public Library, which took place during the week of Sept. 14 to 18, to coincide with Heritage Month in the Municipality. Municipal Coun. Jim Bertram believes Kemptville hospital announces apthat this project serves to highlight North Grenville’s “vital past, dynam- pointment of CEO: Frank J. Vassallo The Kemptville District Hospital ic present and promising future.” The idea for the murals project was (KDH) Board of Directors today aninitially presented to the Heritage Ad- nounced the appointment of Frank J.

Vassallo as the hospital’s new Chief Executive Officer. Vassallo comes to KDH from a Vice President role at OntarioMD, a Toronto-based subsidiary of the Ontario Medical Association that helps physicians implement Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) to improve the quality of patient care. Councillor Tim Sutton hands in resignation After nine years of serving his community as councillor, Tim Sutton resigned at the Sept. 28 council meeting. He had accepted a new job in Mississauga. After several months he realized he would not be able to keep his full-time job and be a North Grenville councillor and be able to do justice to both. Survey helps police plan for future services Residents of North Grenville are being presented with the opportunity to have a real say about where tax dollars are spent. The Community Policing Survey 2015 will be coming to a mailbox near you and all residents are encouraged to take the three minutes to fill it out. . See Year in Review page K14

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November Deceased male found near Bishop’s Mills on Oct. 14 identified The deceased male found at the junction of County Roads 18 and 20, near Bishop’s Mills, on Oct. 14 has been identiﬁed as 27-yearold Deepak Beaudoin-Reichmann, of Niagara Region who was reported missing by family members on Oct. 5. Brown holds seat in Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes It was a fairly close race and a bittersweet outcome for the two candidates who topped the polls in Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes on Monday. Gord Brown will be returning to the House of Commons for a ﬁfth term. With all 238 polls reporting early Tuesday morning, the Conservative candidate had a lead of more than 3,800 votes over Mary Jean McFall of the Liberals (26,734 for Brown, 22,888 for McFall). Margaret Andrade of the NDP had 4,722 votes, and Green party candidate had 2,090 votes. Big Sky Ranch in desperate need of

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Harry Pratt: pillar of the community and charitable leader remembered Harry Pratt passed away at the Kemptville District Hospital on Dec. 6, surrounded by family and friends, after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 68. The hospital was one of his favourite institutions. To many people in North Grenville he was a pillar of their community, as well as a business leader. This year marked the 41st year that Pratt worked as a real estate sales representative, broker, and branch No Dandelion Festival in 2016 There will be no Dandelion Festi- manager in the area with Royal LePval in 2016, according to organizers, age Gale Real Estate. who cited a lack of volunteers and File photo board members as the reason for the This photo was taken at the cancellation of the signature festival in downtown Kemptville for the past 2010 Chamber of Commerce Salute to Excellence Awards Gala. 15 years. Donovan Arnaud appointed coun- That night, Royal LePage Gale cillor Real Estate won the Mel Johnston Donovan Arnaud was appointed Established Business of the Year councillor on Nov. 16. Award. From left, Harry Pratt, Sue Following the regular Committee of Barnes, Judy Littau, Sheila Pratt the Whole meeting, a special Council and Ron Littau. The same evening, meeting was held to pass a resolution to Pratt was awarded the Hal appoint Arnaud as councillor. The resolution, tabled by Deputy Anthony Citizen of the Year Award. Mayor Barb Tobin and seconded by

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The second half of the current CCHL season kicked off on Sunday, January 3 with four games on the schedule. Kemptville welcomed the Hawkesbury Hawks to North Grenville for the first skirmish of the new year. The Hawks are currently tied in third place with the Smiths Falls Bears and are one point behind the Brockville Braves in the Robinson division. The 73’s needed to beat them in order to climb the standings. Victor Tracy and Jake Gaudet set up Liam Watson’s first goal of the season at 4:17 of the first period enabling Kemptville to jump out to an early 1-0 lead. Six and a half minutes later, Owen Guy’s nineteenth put the 73’s up 2-0. Matt Tugnutt picked up the lone assist. The Hawks managed to get one back before the end of the period on the power play. Going into the second period leading 2-1, it was all Kemptville. Tyler Beauparlant set up Tyson Kirkby to make it 3-1. That was followed quickly by Cameron Bisson’s first goal of the year. The assists went to Justin St.

Germain and Beauparlant. Rounding out the scoring for the period was Jake Gaudet’s goal at 15:33. It came off a great outlet pass by Brandon Cole. Kemptville out shot Hawkesbury 15-9 and scored three times to take a 5-1 lead into the break. The only goal of the third period came off the stick of Bobby Dow. It was his eighth of the year. Dean Kiriacou and St. Germain picked up the helpers. The 73’s kept up the pressure and were victorious by a 6-1 score. Jake Gaudet was named the game’s first star while Tyler Beauparlant picked up second star honours. In a rare Wednesday night game, the 73’s will host the Brockville Braves at 7:30 at the Municipal Centre on January 6. The team then takes to the road for two games. On Saturday, January 9, they will face the Ottawa Junior Senators at the Jim Durell Complex. That game is followed by a SunBrian Wilson day matinee at the Earl Armstrong arena against the Gloucester rang- Kemptville 73’s Jake Gaudet (18) goes to the net while Hawk’s Johnathon Kovacevic (9) tries to stop him. ers on January 10. Kemptville returns home on January 15 when Safety Kanata comes to town. Support your local team! ExciteTips ment on ice! See you at the rink! Smoke Happy New Year! Proudly serving North Grenville

Various administrative reports discussed at COW on Dec. 21 Municipal organizational structure update “Essentially, this administrative report compiles the number of changes that were made since the passing of the resolution in 2013, that at that time had recognized the changes that occurred to the organizational chart,” said CAO Brian Carré. “In the report, we identify approximately 13 changes that have been made since then. Those that I’d like to highlight are the position of Executive Assistant and Human Resources Coordinator to the CAO, new position we created Deputy Clerk and Communications Coordinator and more recently the Director of Finance and Treasurer, are the major positions I would highlight out of this report.” A resident questioned how these new positions impacted taxpayers. “As far as the new positions, the impact on the taxpayer – if you’ll notice, most of the positions we created were already in place,” said Carré. “What council directed staff to do is combine responsibilities. Thus, the

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titles - for example the three I mentioned this evening – were already in place. There have been some increases in salaries, because of that, but no new FTE’s (full-time equivalent) created.” Municipal insurance renewal “Essentially, what you have before you this evening is the annual insurance renewal,” said Carré. “You will recall, in 2015, council went to market for insurance and entered into a five-year agreement with our brokerage, Crain & Schooley. This evening I have before you the renewal for that agreement. It represents an increase of approximately $1,500. However, the brokers rebate that we negotiated in that agreement in 2015 reduces that further by $915, for a net increase of $556.” He said there are some enhancements in the agreement, offered at no cost, including the addition of spousal death benefits if accompanying a member of council on council business.

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Time, 10:00 a.m. Meeting. Come and enjoy great speakers and fellowship. New members welcome 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month – Kemptville The North Grenville Toastmasters Club meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays of the month at the O’Farrell Financial Services building at 292 County Road 44. All visitors welcome. 2nd and 4th Friday every month – Kemptville 6:00–10:00 p.m. Twice The Fun Games (206 Prescott Street) is your host for Game Night. Bring your favourite game or borrow one from their library. All ages welcome. 3rd Saturday of the month – Kemptville Legion Breakfast, 3rd Saturday on every month starting on Sept 19 from 8 to 10 a.m. Adults $5.00, Children under 12 $3.00. Serving Bacon, eggs, sausages, ham, pancakes, potatoes, homemade beans, muffins, toast and coffee. Best deal in town!! Every Sunday – Kemptville 1:00–4:00 p.m. Twice The Fun Games (206 Prescott Street) selects a game for their “Learn to Play” event. No experience needed. Like their Facebook page and see what game is on for Sunday. Do you have a game you’d like to learn? Email (info@twicethfungames.ca) and they’ll schedule it for a future “Learn to Play” event. All of January – North Gower At the Library: Artist of the Month is Karen Edwards of Barn Cat Antiques. 613-580-2940. January 9th – North Gower The Rideau and District Old Tyme Fiddlers Association wishes everyone a very Happy New Year and invites you throughout 2016 to each traditional Old Tyme Fiddle and Country music event starting on Friday, 9 January 2016, 7:30–11:30 p.m., at the Alfred Taylor Centre, 2300 Community Way, North Gower. We welcome all members, non-members and singers & musicians. For additional information call Irwin White 613-258-2258. January 13th – February 17th – North Gower Family Storytime at the Library beginning January 13, for 6 weeks to Feb. 17, 10:30 a.m. No registration required. 613-580-2940 January 16th – February 17th – North Gower 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Family Storytime at the North Gower Library, 6579 Fourth Line Road North Gower. Drop in, no registration needed. 613-580-2940 for information. January 20th at 7:30 pm (Wednesday) – Kemptville Horticultural Society January meeting at the Kemptville Pentecostal Church - 1964 County Rd # 43. Guest Speaker: Beth Tilbury - Square Foot Gardening. Everyone Welcome. Information: Arline @ 613-258-4645 January 26th – Kemptville The next Chamber Business-After-Hours Event will be held at the Branch Restaurant on Monday, January 26th from 6 p.m.–8 p.m. January 30th – Kemptville Kemptville Legion Euchre Tournament, Registration from 11 a.m. to noon. Tournament starts as 12:00 p.m. Registration fee $10.00. For more information contact Chico at 613-9787828.

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2nd Monday Evening of Every Month – North Grenville Sustainable North Grenville usually meets on the 2nd Monday of every month at 6:45 for a 7 p.m. start at The Branch Restaurant and Texas Grill., Clothier St., Kemptville. Events vary by the month from speakers to documentary showings; workshops to outings. Please check the SNG website for details as dates, times and locations can vary: www.SustainableNorthGrenville.ca Open to everyone, no membership required. 3rd Monday of every month – Kemptville Are you a local, professional woman? Kemptville Women in Business (KWIB) typically meets for networking and business building every third Monday at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room at Grenville Mutual Insurance, 380 Colonnade Dr, Kemptville. For more information on becoming a member of this exclusive group, or to attend a meeting as our guest, please email membership@ kemptvillewomeninbusiness.com. www.kemptvillewomeninbusiness.com 3rd Monday of every month – Kemptville North Grenville Cancer Support Group meet third Monday of every month except July, August and December. St. John’s United Church, Kemptville 2:00 p.m. Welcome to anyone requiring support and encouragement. Every Mon-Wed-Fri. – Kemptville Walking Group meet at North Grenville Municipal Centre Early Birds: 8 a.m. Others meet at 8:30 a.m. 613-258-4487. Every Tuesday – Kemptville Mixed Pickup 18+Basketball is back! All skill levels are welcome to join us Tuesday evenings throughout the school year at Holy Cross School from 7–9 p.m. $5 for the night or $60 for the season. For more information contact Jeff or Samantha at 613-258-1847 or samantha.rivet-stevenson@rbc.com. Please remember there is no basketball on snow days Every Wednesday – Kemptville North Grenville Duplicate Bridge Club offers free Bridge lessons for beginners at the Cheryl J. Brown Centre at 15 Sanders Street. For information call Bill Wheeler at 613-695-7777. 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month – Kemptville Kemptville Legion, 100 Rueben Cres. Afternoon Bingo. 1–3 p.m. Refreshments available. Everyone welcome. Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday – Kemptville Klub 67 Euchre every second and fourth Wednesday of the Month beginning September 9th, 1:15 p.m. St. John’s United Church Kemptville downstairs. Everyone welcome – $5.00 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month – Burritt’s Rapids New Horizon Club at the Burritt’s Rapids Community Hall. Come and join this active group of seniors. Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month. Watch for meeting times and programmes in your local paper. 3rd Wednesday of every month – Kemptville Probus Club of North Grenville meet third Wed. of every month except for July, August and December. St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Kemptville. 9:30 a.m. Gathering