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Kingston’s next transportation consultant needs to be jack-of-all-trades News – City councillors say the latest consultant-driven version of Kingston’s transportation blueprint was so flawed and uninspired that they must radically overhaul the process for the next time. The Transportation Master Plan (TMP), which is updated every five years, lays out the priorities, goals and costs for a myriad of projects such as new roads, sidewalks, bridges and public transit. But the TMP’s latest update left some questioning why the results didn’t reflect their own priorities around sustainability, transit and active transportation. “We were so disappointed with the lack of cutting-edge thinking with the current TMP we need to spell out what we’re looking for in the next TMP,” said Coun. Peter Stroud. To that end, councillors directed staff to set clear goals the next time the TMP is updated in three years. They want to; -ensure the city’s own planning, transportation and other departments coordinate their approach to transportation, -hold a public conference involving city staff, citizens and noted experts in transportation and active transportation to help draft terms of reference for the next TMP consultant, following a model of sustainability similar to what’s been used in Colorado, -host a public visioning exercise. All of this is expected to be done before council actually hires a consultant to update the TMP in 18 months. Coun. Rob Hutchison introduced the detailed to-do list to better reflect the direction

this council wants to take when it comes to deciding how much emphasis and money should be spent on walking, cycling and transit in the future. His stated goal: “Engage experts right from the start to get the best ideas.” “This is a new council. This is what we’re doing. We’re doing better community consultation than happened in the past,” added Coun. Jeff McLaren. Coun. Richard Allen says he supports the push for more consultation over how to improve the city’s transportation goals, but wondered if this process is going too far. “If we are talking about how to consult with the public on how to hire a consultant to consult with the public we might be overreaching ourselves.” Mayor Bryan Paterson also voiced concerns about the extra cost, timeframe and trying to do too much advance work before the TMP consultants are hired. “We’re going to do a whole extra round of consultation even before the request for proposals starts.” Others were left scratching their heads as to what Colorado’s experience has to do with Kingston. Coun. Hutchison did not explain why he singled out Colorado as an example this city should follow. However, the American state has been lauded for its investments in public transit, cycling and pedestrian friendly improvements to promote smart growth. “I don’t even know what was done in Colorado? I haven’t been educated as to what we’re trying to do (to follow Colorado),” said Coun. Allen.

“I lived in Colorado and I don’t understand what you’re talking about with the buses there,” added Coun. Laura Turner.

cent share of all commuter trips on Kingston Transit, up from the nine percent target recommended by the consultant. The target would boost annual bus ridership from 4.2 million passenger trips to 5.6 million trips by 2021. Coun. Neill says those changes, coupled with advance consultation to guide the next consultant that’s chosen, should go a long

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City to revitalize lands along Montreal Street corridor News – Councillors are setting the bar very high when it comes to selecting a consulting team to map out a future vision for inner city lands along the Montreal Street corridor. They are seeking widespread professional expertise to help draft the so-called North King’s Town Secondary Plan - a detailed land use study that aims to rejuvenate the Old Industrial Park and Inner Harbour lands. Councillors are going to extraordinary lengths to ensure the right consultant is hired for the project’s first phase of conducting a public visioning exercise and

preliminary market analysis. A Dec. 1 staff report that sought approval for the terms of reference and Request for Proposals (RFP) was amended by Coun. Jeff McLaren so that the consulting team will also be evaluated based on experience in community engagement; revitalizing old industrial zones; active transportation; great public spaces; environmental sustainability; and international city vision expertise. The long and diversified list of criteria raised some concerns. “It’s very difficult to find a wide range of firms that have all these types of qualifications,” remarked chief planner Paige Agnew. Mayor Bryan Paterson also wondered if the list of criteria

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Staff plan to issue the RFP early next year and choose a consulting team to oversee the visioning exercise and market analysis by next spring. This phase of the study will take about six months to complete. The aim of the North King’s Town Secondary Plan is to come up with a long-term vision for an area of Kingston that’s considered under-developed. “It comprises approximately the northern twothirds of the King’s Town electoral district, as well as a small portion of the Kingscourt-Rideau electoral district,” according to planners. The study will explore future uses for abandoned or under-used properties such as the Davis Tannery Lands, address traffic issues in local neighbourhoods, explore potential uses for Belle Park and, perhaps the most important element, review the need for the proposed Wellington Street extension in a manner that promotes a “sustainable, healthy, vibrant and livable community.” Councillors are eager to revitalize the inner city area located just north of the downtown core. Coun. Rob Hutchison, whose King’s Town district forms most of the study area and strongly opposes the Wellington St. extension, says there is great potential to link the downtown to the north end with future improvements and

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Editorial - Some years ago, I heard a statistic claiming that the 401is the deadliest highway in the world. I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t remember where I heard it or from whom â&#x20AC;&#x201C; maybe it was just some acquaintanceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s way of using hyperbole to express his or her extreme dislike of driving on the highway. Either way, at the time I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe it. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d driven on highways in Italy, after all, and feared for my life at least 100x more than I ever have on the 401. In recent months, however, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve begun to wonder if there might be some truth to that claim. Following our move in early July, my daily commute has involved driving the 401 to and from work. Around the same time, I began working with Cris Vilela of @YGKTraffic to provide the latest traffic news and information on KingstonRegion.com. As such, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been paying pretty close attention to these things lately, and I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an exaggeration to say that if local traffic news were Star Wars, the 401 would be Darth Vader â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the evil, larger-than-life villain that everyone loves to hate. At least once a week, some sort of drama goes down on the high-

way in the Kingston-BrockvilleBelleville area, and of course thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not even including what goes on in the GTA and beyond. When you think about it, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not hard to see why. Most of the time it feels like a good half of the vehicles on the road are tractor trailers. I know, I know. These transports serve a purpose, delivering goods between cities and such. I also know that the drivers are given training and that the vast majority of them are skilled at their job. Still, they sort of terrify me. If my car and a transport collide, the transport wins, end of story. The worst is when Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m accelerating on the onramp, trying to merge into the lane and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a whole line of transports blocking my way. This seems to happen a lot at the Highway 15 entrance. So far, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always worked out â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one will somehow find a way to squeeze into the left hand lane to let me in; I hold my breath and merge in. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s either that or fly into the bushes. Last week in particular was been awful as far as 401 transport collisions go. First, there was the Canada Post mail truck, which collided with another transport near Mallorytown on Saturday, spewing hundreds of thousands of letters over 300 feet of highway. The poor folks from Canada Post had to come and pick them all up by hand, and at least one of the drivers was taken to hospital with what were reportedly serious injuries. Then there was the collision be-

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In Our Opinion tween the Perrier delivery truck and one other transport on Wednesday. Apparently, this was caused by one of the drivers missing his exit and, instead of simply turning around at the next exit, deciding to back up on the 401 to get back to his destination. Another transport came along and wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t able to change lanes in time. This time, instead of letters, it was bottles of Perrier that were dumped all over the highway. And these are just transport-ontransport encounters. Transporton-car is far worse. In the Durham area in early October, for example, 401 traffic came to a stop due to construction; a transport driver apparently didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t realize this, and slammed into the back of a car at full speed, killing a family of four. Even if the 401 isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the deadliest highway in the world, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s got to at least make the top 10. We may have a higher percentage of â&#x20AC;&#x153;safeâ&#x20AC;? drivers here in Canada than other areas of the world like Europe, but we also have WAY more giant trucks that can be dangerous weapons in the wrong hands. In fact, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rare to hear of a 401 accident that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t involve at least one transport. Maybe someday Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be like my grandma and refuse to go anywhere near the highway, even if someone else is driving. Until then, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll just try not to think about how much my daily likelihood of dying has increased since I started driving the 401 every day.

Celebrate and drive responsibly this holiday season Editorial - With the holidays fast approaching, it is important to remember to be safe this holiday season, especially when alcohol is involved. As many of us attend Christmas parties and other festive functions it is important to plan ahead and make sure that getting home safely is a top priority. According to MADD, there are approximately 1,100 impairment related crash deaths a year in Canada, which equates to just over three deaths a day. Sadly, these numbers increase each year and so do the number of violations seen by the police. Police services across Canada report over 90,000 impaired driving incidents each year according to Statistics Canada. Luckily not all of these incidents involve fatalities, but this number is shocking, especially when you consider the amount of education that now exists regarding impaired driving. The OPP say that from January to October, the number of alcohol involved occurrences are up three per cent over the same period last year. As of Nov. 15, of the 258 persons killed during that time period, 35 fatalities were attributed to alcohol consumption. Â To combat these statistics Kingston Police and the OPP will, as always, be running festive ride programs throughout the region. Community members need to decide if they want to be part of these statistics or not. It really is simple â&#x20AC;&#x201C; if you plan on drinking plan not to drive. Arrange for a designated driver, call a friend to pick you up, stay over somewhere until you can drive safely, call a taxi or take public transportation or call Operation Red Nose (613-544-7447). With so many safe options it is hard to believe that there are still so many incidents and issues each year. Ultimately it is a personal decision, but this holiday season think about those around you before you get into the car and drive home after a few drinks. Think of the families you may be affecting if you cause an accident. Their Christmas is just as important as yours and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to be able to get on the roads and not worry about the actions of others. Happy Holidays everyone and enjoy the festivities - safely!

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One year in power: Mayor’s bold agenda faces minority government scenario

Editorial – Bryan Paterson has settled into his role as Kingston’s 96th mayor – elected by a healthy majority of voters to essentially run a minority government at City Hall.

It’s been just over one year since Paterson laid out a bold four-year agenda in his inaugural Throne Speech-like address that pledged to create an open, inclusive and smart government. To his credit, and with council’s support, he is well underway to following those key points of his pledge. Many of Paterson’s goals are shared by other councillors; visions of open government, smart economy, infrastructure investment and green waterfront dance in their heads regularly because they were enshrined in the city’s strategic plan earlier this year.

But how to achieve and afford those goals is where vision meets reality. The mayor must balance competing political ideologies from the left and right wing elements of council. As a recent example, the mayor had to referee an awkward debate over active transportation vs. the needs of motorists. It seemed like council was ready to declare war on the car while outright trashing a transportation consultant – one who was hired by the former council - for being out of touch with the new council’s vision. It seems one council’s vi-

sion is another’s nightmare. The mayor managed to find a compromise in the form of a wordy motion that commits council to boosting transit ridership provided provincial and federal governments pony up some funding to help pay for even costlier service improvements. At the same meeting, they agreed to spend $3.4 million to fast track completion of the urban section of the K&P into the downtown using existing sidewalks Continued on page 10

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and new pathways, and to embark on a study of the North King’s Town area that will, among other things, consider alternatives to the contentious Wellington Street extension. They want the consultant to be an expert on everything from transportation to procreation to get the job.

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News –Adam Sadinsky is a huge CFL fan; the Ottawa native and third year Queen’s law student is a big supporter of the Ottawa RedBlacks and when the team made it to this year’s Grey Cup he was pretty excited. To support his team he thought a friendly bet might be in order. “My colleague, Ian Moore, is from Edmonton and when we found out that Ottawa was playing Edmonton I purposed that we make a bet on the game,” he explained. “I proposed that whoever lost had to donate to a charity helping Syrian refugees here in Kingston and he agreed.” Sadinsky is the editor of the Queen’s Law newspaper Juris Diction and Moore is the publisher so the duo decided to expand their wager to the broader law community. They put a call out on Facebook for more people who wanted in on the action and they were surprised by the response. “A large number of people responded and it was bigger than we thought it would be so we set up a crowd funding page on Tilt,” said Sadinsky. “The money started coming in from people who wanted to bet and then it started coming in from people who just

wanted to support the cause.” After just a few days the group had raised almost $700 and although the RedBlacks lost the big game, Sadinsky was happy to see the impact the idea was making on the student community. “Sadly, I lost the bet, but this has really turned into something great,” he said. “I expected that some people would be interested and it originally started off with people from Ottawa and people from Edmonton taking part and then it just grew from there.” Sadinsky was surprised that students, who generally don’t have a lot of money, were so willing to donate to a cause that gave them nothing in return. Many donated $5 or $10, but some gave as much as $50 or $75. “People really believe in this cause and they want to support it,” he said. “People are looking for a way to help, they have heard a lot about this and they know that these people are coming and we want to be the welcoming Canadians we pride ourselves on being, but for an individual person it is hard.” The money donated will go to the Refugee Relief Fund set up by the United Way and the City of Kingston and after the group announced the local cause they saw

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Faculty, students, friends and Alumni gathered at Richardson Stadium at Queen’s University’s West Campus on Saturday for the ceremonial ground breaking to mark the start of the stadium revitalization project.Speakers included Vice Provost and Dean Ann Tierney, Provost Alan Harrison, campaign co-chairs Paul and Vicki Hand, lead donors Kim and Stu Lang, Mayor Bryan Paterson and athletes Curtis Carmichael and Micha Vermeer. Photo/John Harman Faculty, students, friends and alumni gathered at Richardson Stadium at Queen’s University’s West Campus on Saturday for the ceremonial ground breaking to mark the start of the stadium revitalization project. “We are incredibly grateful to our generous benefactors for making the dream of a

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towards the project, with total donations exceeding $17 million. The university will invest an additional $3 million for infrastructure support of the stadium, bringing the total funding to $20.27 million. “My wife and I met and spent four wonderful years at Queen’s. I personally experienced lifechanging opportunities both on and off the field,” says Stu Lang. “The revitalization is about far more

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Heritage news- Before the province took over full responsibility for the ferry service in 1964, the ferry service for Wolfe Island ceased operations when winter ice conditions made it impossible to continue . ce travel was the only link to the mainland for anyone living on Wolfe Island. The stories that surround that era continue, fascinating for young and old alike. Since it inception the WI Historical Society

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merged and sinking into the waters off Wolfe Island, and of islanders of those days. Kaye Fawcett held a copy of what he wanted to say. And with every paragraph there were questions and “I remember’s” from a very engaged audience. Kaye said that it was generally in late December “when the ice would start to ‘take’, and the boat would have trouble, that people started walking, the 3 miles across the ice to Kingston. Then when the ice got to 6” thick they would start driving.” With one horse and sleigh, Tricky McDermott and Bob White they would check it. “If there was a crack Tricky would build a bridge of wood-

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beam of light becomes larger until much of the chamber is illuminated. As the sun continues its path, the beam leaves the burial chamber and retreats, moving back along the passageway. The entire process takes less than 20 minutes. Newgrange was built more than 5000 years ago. On the opposite coast of Ireland sits Drombeg Stone Circle, whose stones are arranged with a solar alignment like that of Newgrange—though less dramatic. Similar sacred sites, built by ancient cultures, are found throughout the world. What astronomical knowledge did the builders of these ancient sites possess? In our modern world, one of the most beloved of Christmas traditions is the display of the crèche, also known as the nativity scene, the crib, the manger scene and, in Italy, where the tradition began, the presepio or presepe. I have to admit that I have two nativity scenes, one a traditional one that belonged to my grandmother. The other, blush, is a Charlie Brown nativity scene. Seriously. Each of the characters has a role in the traditional scene. Fortunately, the baby Jesus is played by the baby Jesus. Some things are still sacred. The first nativity scene is thought to have been created as a pantomime by Francis of Assisi in Greccio, Italy in 1223. His “living nativity” included live animals and humans playing Biblical roles. The nativity scenes spread and within a century were found in every church in Italy. Catholic countries around the world followed this tradition until all Catholic churches and most Catholic homes had their own crèches. By the 1900s, nativity scenes became popular in most Christian traditions, not just Catholicism. Crèches were created from wood, marble, ivory, paper, and anything else that could be artistically formed into the manger scene. Quite often the scene was set in a stable, not because of the location of Christ’s birth, but because this was how the first one had been created by Francis of Assisi. Some of the most beautiful nativity scenes ever created are owned by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Every year, a Neapolitan Baroque Crèche is displayed in the Medieval Sculpture Hall of the museum. A 20-foot blue spruce is placed in front of a 1763 choir screen from the Cathedral of Valladolid. The Christmas tree itself is decorated with 18th century

angels , and the nativity scene is displayed beneath the tree. Many churches host live nativity pageants. We can thank German immigrants for bringing the living nativity plays to North America. In the Kingston region, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormons) hosts a living nativity play in the days leading up to Christmas. Over the centuries, strange laws have dictated

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CHRISTMAS EVE MASSES: 5 PM-With Children’s Nativity Pageant 7:30 PM and 12 AM Midnight Mass with the Cathedral Choir

CHRISTMAS DAY MASSES: 8AM and 10:30 AM with the Cathedral Choir. Following the 10:30 am Mass there will be a free turkey dinner at the Parish Centre, 260 Brock St., for anyone who is alone this Christmas.

Join us during the Advent season Sun, Dec 13 - Christmas Musical (10:30am) Sun, Dec 20 - Christmas Sunday (10:30am) Thurs, Dec 24 - Christmas Eve (6pm) Location: 183 Weller Ave.

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Sunday services at 8am and 10:30 throughout December and January Visit our website! www.StGeorgesCathedral.ca • 613-548-4617

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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian A Family Service Sunday December 20, 10:30 a.m.

Candles, Carols and Readings Christmas Eve, 7:30 p.m. with nursery care www.standrewskingston.org

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Invites you to celebrate with us! Christmas Eve Masses: 5 p.m. with Children’s Nativity Pageant – at St. Martha School, 7:30 p.m. – at the church Midnight – combined English and Polish – at the church Christmas Day Mass: 10:00 a.m. – at the church

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EDITH RANKIN MEMORIAL UNITED CHURCH 4080 BATH ROAD, just west of Collins Bay Christmas Eve in the Neighbourhood 6:30 p.m. Family-oriented music, lessons and drama. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 9:00 p.m. Sacrament of Communion

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Christmas Bird Count For Kids - Visit Elbow Lake Environmental Education Centre (ELEEC) to learn about local winter birds and contribute to scientific bird count data. Young birders and their families are invited to head out on a hike, armed with binoculars & field guides! Two free events will be held Saturday, December 19, from 9:30 to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. ELEEC is located at 1500 Hewlett-Packard Lane, Perth Road. To register, call 613-3537968 or e-mail outreach.eleec@ gmail.com. Kitchen Volunteers Needed - Join a fun group of volunteers in Hatter’s Cove, the dining room at the Seniors Association. We need volunteers for food prep, making sandwiches, and washing dishes for our lunch hour service as well as bakers in the mornings and volunteers for our evening and weekend special events. If you can help, please call Jean at 613.548.7810 x 225. Seniors Association Board Member Search - The Seniors Association is seeking nominations for the 2016 – 2018 term. The governing Board helps guide the organization and represents members (must be a member of the Association prior to nomination). Packages available at The Seniors Centre or DonA@ seniorskingston.ca (accepted until January 29, 2016). Boomers 50+yrs. Rock ‘n Roll Fitness Walk to the Beat plus Stretch and Strength Tuesdays, Thursdays mornings and Monday evenings. Join us any time for free demos and information . A fundraiser for Boys & Girls Club. Call Dee 613389-6540 for west end location. Holiday Lunch Friday, Dec. 18, 12 noon. Enjoy a wonderful roast turkey lunch with all the trimmings and live entertainment and singalong with Linda Chapman on piano. Advance tickets only. $15/person. 56 Francis St: 613.548.7810.

Sno-Birds 50+ safety golf clinics for women and men 50+ yrs. who would like to improve distance/ accuracy of the ball, and be smart about avoiding injuries specific to golf Wednesdays and Saturdays. A fundraiser for Boys & Girls Club. For location in Kingston’s west end and additional info. please call Dee at 613-389-6540. Christmas Eve Service Dec. 24th at 10 p.m. with Lessons & Carols and Communion. In the old Wilmur Church at the corner of Wilmer & McFadden Roads, in S.Frontenac. This service led jointly congregations by Perth Road United and Inverary United churches. No electricity in the Methodist Episcopal Church built in 1877, but wood stoves throw lots of heat and oil lamps flicker dimly. There is a ‘Porta-Potty’ in the old stable. A small flashlight is good to find your car. Princess Street United Church, 484 Albert Street at Princess Sunday, Dec. 20 at 10 a.m. Advent 4, is a time to prepare your heart and mind for the coming of the Christ Child with music and a message to calm the frazzled nerves, and help you center yourself for the week ahead. Christmas Eve, Dec. 24 at 7 p.m. gather with family and friends for an all ages service of carols, candles and the Christ Child. Sunday, Dec. 27, 10 a.m. worship with Revs. Susan and Stephen (with his guitar) McAllister as we gather around the ‘fireplace’ for carols, stories, Christmas cake, cookies and cider. St Mary’s Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Christmas Day dinners Dec. 25. St Mary’s Cathedral is holding two Christmas day dinners for those who are alone this Christmas or for those who are unable to provide a Christmas dinner for themselves. This year, in order to better reach those in need within our community, we will be providing Christmas Day dinners at two separate venues. One dinner will be held in the downtown core at: St. Mary’s Cathedral Par-

ish Centre-260 Brock St. The other dinner will be held in Rideau Heights: Holy Family School-114 Wiley St. Complete turkey dinners will be served at both locations from 12:00 until 2:00pm at No Charge!!!!! For further information, you may contact: Ann Lyng, Pastoral Caring Programs, St. Mary’s Cathedral 613-546-5521 ext 5 Trinity Presbyterian Church, 9 Manitou Cres, Amherstview is hosting a Christmas Carol sing-a-long Dec. 20, 7 p.m. Please come and enjoy singing your favourite Christmas carols. December 20th at 7pm. Please contact 613-634-5536 for more info. The church is also having a Christmas Eve service. Dec. 24 at 7 p.m. All are welcome. The last Live Wire concert of 2015 is going to be a doozy! We are moving into the spectacular Isabel Bader Centre (330 King Street West) for this one on Dec. 18 at 7:30 p.m. We are featuring one of Live Wire’s favourite all-time performers, the enormously talented Lynn Miles. Lynn is an outstanding songwriter, and if you have seen her in performance, you know that she puts on a wonderfully entertaining and moving live show. Lynn is joined onstage by Keith Glass (of Prairie Oyster), Rebecca Campbell (of Fat Man Waving) and a string quartet comprised of some of Ottawa’s finest players. It will definitely be a very special occasion in the beautiful and acoustically perfect Isabel! Tickets are just $25, including all taxes and fees, and are available at Brian’s Record Option, and the Isabel box office (613 533-2424) and online at theisabeltickets.ca. Christmas Turkey Shoot Saturday, Dec. 19 2– 4.30 p.m. RCHA Club 193 Ontario Street. Come out for a fun afternoon and win yourself a Turkey for Christmas. Cost 5 darts for $4.00. No skill necessary. All welcome. You have the chance on 10 Turkeys plus one as a draw. 613-542-8152.

Who’s Birthday Is It Anyway?” Sunday, Dec. 20 at 6:30 p.m. at Kingston West Free Methodist Church, 1575 Woodbine Road, Kingston Ontario. Fun for the whole family, refreshments to follow. For further information call 613-384-8878. Legion 560 - Friday, Dec. 18 Showman’s Karaoke will entertain from 8 to 12 with small cover for non members and guest. Everyone welcome. Saturday, Dec. 19 Jeff Code and Silver Wings Band will entertain for 8 to 12 in the Big Hall...$7 for everyone. All welcome. New Year’s Eve Dec. 31. Bring in the New Year with Jeff Code and the Silver Wings band from 8 to 1 a.m. with Late Light Lunch. $15 per person. 39th Annual Live Outdoor Nativity Pageant, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- Day Saints, 2245 Battersea Rd. Glenburnie, Ontario Dec. 21 - 6:30,7:00,7:30,8:00; Dec. 22 - 6:30,7:00,7:30,8:00; Dec. 23 - 6:30,7:00,7:30,8:00; Dec. 24 - 6:30,7:00 ,7:30. Food Bank Donations are appreciated. Friday Night Baha’i Fireside – Dec. 18 Discussion: “Gentleness” Friday, Dec 18 at 7 pm at 99 York St. All are welcome. Further info:bahais@kingston.net 613634-0767. Northern Frontenac Community Services/The Child Centre offers free playgroup for parents/caregivers with children birth to six, most days from 9:30am-11:30am. Monday- Sharbot Lake, The Child Centre, Healthy Beginnings birth-18 months. Harrowsmith Playgroup, Free Methodist Church birth-six. Tuesday - Verona, Trinity United Church birth to six. Sydenham, Legion birth to six. Wednesday- Sharbot Lake, The Child Centre birth to six. Thursday – Storrington, fire hall/library birth to six. “Happy New Year” Dec. 31 Golden Links Hall Harrowsmith tickets $25.00 dancing from 8 till 1 music provided by our favorite DJ’s

Mark & Shirley midnight buffet and a bus ride home if needed for tickets call 372-2410 Sponsored by the Odd fellows & Rebekahs. Kingston Scottish Country Dancers are again planning to celebrate Hogmanay from 4 to 8 p.m. on Dec. 31 at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church (corner Princess and Clergy Streets). There will be dancing from 4 to 6 p.m., with a light supper to follow. At 7 p.m. we will raise a toast with our friends in Scotland. Further dancing will follow for the energetic. Traditional Scottish finger foods are requested. Price: $10. Come and join the fun. Those wishing to attend, please RSVP to Audrie Cossar (546-6790 - bcossar@kos. net) or Kathleen Satchell (5473294 -ksatchell@sympatico.ca). Gospel Opry presents Dec. 31st at 6:30 p.m. at Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church, 3876 Harrowsmith Rd., Harrowsmith an allyou-can eat buffet and music $35 per person. It will be a night of country gospel music . Reserve dinner tickets by Dec. 21. Please contact Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church 613-372-1238 or Mark & Sharon Alton 613-329-7371 for tickets. New Year’s Lunch & Dance Wednesday, Dec. 30, 12 noon. Ring in the New Year early with friends. Enjoy a Roast Beef au Jus and Yorkshire Pudding lunch with dessert and wine. After lunch kick up your heels and or tap your toes to live music by Tim Hallman. $20/member; $25/non-member. 56 Francis St: 613.548.7810 Kingston Archery Club - Winter Lessons - Eight one hour lessons for beginners and advanced beginners, starting Jan. 16, 2016 to March 12. At the indoor range at 236 Nelson St. at Princess (St. Luke’s Hall). All equipment is supplied. For more information and to register contact us at info@kingstonarcheryclub.org and check us out on the web at kingstonarcheryclub.org.

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New homes are getting smaller From the early 1990s to the beginning of this century, “bigger is better” certainly was the mantra of the home-building industry. All across North America buyers could browse among home developments boasting homes of 3,000 square feet or larger and multiple bedrooms and bathrooms. But according to new data, home buyers are seeking less space today but more in green amenities. Research by the Canadian Home Builders’ Association has found that many people now desire smaller homes with multipurpose rooms and energy saving features. They’re not ready to trade in their two- and three-car garages just yet, though. Plus, a survey of International Furnishings and Design Association members forecasts that McMansions will become a thing of the past and more emphasis will be placed on smaller, more ecofriendly homes. Family rooms will grow larger, as will kitchens. Other rooms in the home will disappear, including the living room. Many homeowners and potential home buyers realize that with girth comes a cost. In today’s fragile economy, the ability to cash in on the dream of homeownership may come at the compromise of a smaller, better-planned home. According to Tim Bailey, the manager of Avid Canada, a research and consulting firm for the building industry, “While many consumers are willing to forgo space, they are not equating this with having to forfeit functionality. Design cre-

ativity is requisite to adapt to this changing preference.” Here are some things that you will and will not find in newer homes moving forward. * The dining room is becoming extinct, with larger, eat-in-kitchen/ entertaining spaces the norm. The kitchen will be the main room of the home and be renamed the “kitchen lounge.” * Separate rooms are evolving into spaces that serve many different purposes. * Although the sizes of bathrooms may be scaled back, the amenities will not. Spa-style bathrooms with luxurious products, high-tech features and televisions will be on the rise. * The master bedroom suite may not shrink in size, but it could be combined to form a home office and exercise space. * Expect to see more high-tech offerings, such as voice- or motionactivation devices in the home. Lighting, entertainment gear, heating/cooling systems, and even blinds could be hooked up to a master control system. * Thanks to an increasing number of people working from home, the presence of a dedicated home office is a given in newer homes. Nearly 40 percent of industry forecasters say that they expect one in every home. * Home storage solutions will also be a vital component of new homes. Builders will create clever solutions for mixing storage into more compact spaces.

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Factors to consider when choosing a neighborhood When shopping for a home, it’s easy for buyers to fall in love with a property. A well-maintained home with updated features can be hard to resist, but buyers must consider more than just a home’s appearance before submitting an offer. One variable prospective home buyers tend to value more highly than others is the neighborhood where they will ultimately choose to live. Many buyers even value neighborhoods more than homes, feeling they can always fix a home but cannot necessarily fix an undesirable neighborhood. When considering which neighborhood to begin a home search, buyers should research a host of factors. Crime

Crime statistics are public domain, meaning buyers can examine crime figures for any neighborhood where they are considering buying a home. Some real estate websites list neighborhood crime ratings among the information they offer about a given property. In addition, buyers interested in learning about crime in a given neighborhood can visit a site such as CrimeReports.com to access data on crimes committed near a particular address.

Home values

Home values are another factor to consider when choosing a neighborhood in which to buy a home. Buyers can work with a local realtor to find a neighborhood or area where real estate prices are trending upwards. While buyers might be able to find a great deal on a home in a neighborhood where home prices are

dropping, it’s important to remember those home prices are dropping for a reason. Work with your realtor to find a neighborhood where you can afford a home and where property values are not in decline. Realtors will have access to recent sales figures so you can get an idea of whether a neighborhood is trending upward or in decline. Amenities

The proximity of amenities such as shopping, restaurants and parks is

attractive to many buyers, and that’s something all buyers should consider before buying a home. Even if you prefer a home in a remote location, that could limit your market of buyers when you want to sell the home down the road. While your own comfort and preferences should ultimately prevail over potential resale value, it’s important that you at least consider access to amenities before making a decision. You might be able to find a compromise in a home that is a

short drive away from a town center, but still remote enough that you are not in the middle of the hustle and bustle. Commute

Quality of life is heavily influenced by commute time. Many men and women feel their quality of life improves dramatically the shorter their daily commute is. When considering a particular neighborhood, do a test run before making an offer

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on a home. Wake up early and drive to the area where you are thinking of buying, and then commute from there during rush hour. Also, do the reverse commute come quitting time. You might be able to get an estimated commute time online, but a test run can give you a more accurate idea of what your daily trips to and from the office will be like. Choosing a neighborhood where you will enjoy living requires some forethought and research.

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Very well maintained 4 bedroom home centrally located close to public transit, many amenities and the site of the new public school which is too be built. This home features a large living room, dining room, with new laminate flooring installed, large open kitchen with loads of counter space and cabinetry, 3 bedrooms on the main floor. Upper floor includes 2 large rooms suitable for a bedroom and office. Updated thermal windows, forced air oil furnace, central air conditioning, and a large detached garage with door opener and electricity. Shingles replaced 2015. Great home at a great value.

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Build your dream home on this beautiful 9 acre parcel of land located 25 minutes north of Kingston on quiet Shales Road. This lot has been severed and surveyed, and has hydro at the lot line, and many mature hardwood and softwood trees. Many year round homes located on Shales Road, on a school bus route this parcel offers privacy, serenity, & wildlife without being isolated. MLS® 15607119

Available immediately, this thoroughly updated 3+1 bedroom back split will make a wonderful home for your family. Features include: eat in kitchen, hardwood floors, large rec-room, covered walk up from basement, private patio and fenced back yard, freshly recapped double paved drive to the attached garage, central air and more. Call today for your private viewing.

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Modernized, gorgeous multi-unit in the heart of the city. Each unit is elegantly finished with an upscale décor and includes stainless steel appliances, wood floors and fireplaces. Zoned as a legal non conforming duplex, this property is currently set up with 3 units, main floor is 3 bdrms with two 1 bdrm units on the lower level. Ample parking, passed fire inspection 2011, 200 amp electrical, thermal windows, newer roof. Ideal for the first time investor, ask about our property management offering.

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Tips for first-time home buyers Buying a home for the first time is an exciting period in a person’s life. Deciding to buy a home often indicates buyers are ready to establish firm roots in a community where they can see themselves living for years to come. The process of buying a home is rarely easy, and first-time buyers may feel overwhelmed at times. Such feelings are perfectly normal and felt by first-time buyers regardless of their budgets or home preferences. But there are a few ways to make buying a home more enjoyable than it is nerve-wracking. • Examine your finances. The first step toward buying a home has nothing to do with deciding if you prefer a craftsman- or Tudor-style home. Before you even begin your search for a home, carefully examine your finances to determine how much is coming in and how much is going out of your household each month. Figure out how much debt you are currently carrying, be it student loan, automotive, consumer or any other types of debt. Order a credit report so you can see how prospective lenders are likely to see you, and address any errors you find on the report before meeting with any lenders. Peruse past bank statements to track your spending habits, looking for areas where you might be able to scale back if need be. • Be prepared when visiting lenders. Prospective borrowers can make the home-buying process go smoothly by having all of the necessary documentation ready when visiting potential lenders. Many mortgage lenders will want to see some recent pay stubs (from both borrowers if buying with a spouse or partner), a couple years’ worth of W-2s and tax returns,

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as well as your recent bank statements. You can always call ahead and ask lenders what they need to see when applying for a loan. Having these materials ready in advance means you will spend less time at the bank and more time finding the right home for you. • Secure financing before you begin house hunting. Many first-time home buyers might not realize the benefits of securing financing before they begin looking for a home. Mortgage preapproval lets buyers know how much a bank will loan them, meaning they won’t spend time looking at homes they can’t afford. In addition, preapproval means buyers won’t lose out on their dream homes as they scramble to secure financing after making an offer. • Work with a local real estate agent. Real estate agents are an invaluable resource to home buyers and are especially valuable to those buyers who have never before purchased a home. Agents can help first-time buyers navigate the often confusing and, at times, disappointing process of buying a home. Choose an agent who is established in the area where you want to buy a home. He or she can provide information about local property taxes and schools as well as a multitude of additional issues that first-time buyers may not think of. Agents also know the lay of the land regarding home prices, which can ease first-time buyers’ fears about overpaying for their first homes. A home is the biggest purchase many people will ever make. First-time buyers may be intimidated as they begin searching for their homes, but there are several ways to make the process go smoothly.

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When homeowners think about renovating their properties, many first need to secure some funding to finance such projects. Some may tap into the equity of their homes by refinancing an existing mortgage, while others may apply for home equity loans. Taking the latter approach may require certain steps, including an assessment of how much the home and property is worth. Home appraisals compare your home to neighboring properties to determine your home’s current market value. Homeowners can facilitate the process by having certain information readily available for the appraiser. When preparing for appraisers, homeowners should consider and collect the following information: • If your home was built on the largest lot in the community. • If you have made significant upgrades since it was last appraised, such as installing a new roof or siding. Don’t overlook smaller renovations, like extra insulation added or sealing drafty windows, which can increase a home’s value. • Proof that you have used sustainable resources or if you participated in any energy-savings programs. Naturally, any expansion projects, such as adding another bedroom or extending the footprint of the home, should be mentioned. A real estate appraiser is a certified, licensed professional who will do his or her best to determine the value of your home. The appraisal provides banks with information that can tell loan officers if the house is worth the loan amount. Expect to pay a fee for the appraisal, which is generally included in your closing costs. The appraiser gathers information for the appraisal report from a number of sources, but the process often begins with a physical inspection

of the property, both inside and out. He or she also will compare your home against a few others in the neighborhood, which are known as comparables, or comps. Appraisals will be based on recent prices of comparable properties as well as other factors. Apart from the improvements done to the home, there are other ways to get a higher appraisal amount. The appraiser may consider the overall maintenance of the home and property. It is wise to consider curb appeal and ensure the home is clean and maintained when the appraiser arrives. Minor repairs or common maintenance can impress the appraiser. Removing clutter and cleaning up the home’s interior can make the home appear larger, possibly increasing its value as a result. It may be worth it to invest some more money into the property before having an appraisal done. A study sponsored by the National Association of Realtors says wood floors, landscaping and an enclosed garage can lead to a more favorable appraisal. An appraiser will spend roughly 30 minutes in a home. Try to give that person space to do his or her job. Following the appraiser around during an inspection can raise a red flag that something is wrong with the house that you don’t want to be seen. Turn lights on throughout the house, make sure the heating or cooling system is functioning at full capacity and keep pets locked away. Move items that can impede access to basements or attics. An accurate assessment of the value of your home will give banks the information they need to determine loan amounts for future renovation projects. Providing background information on the home and having a well-maintained property can improve the chances of a favorable appraisal.

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Buying a new home is the most expensive purchase a person is likely to make in his or her lifetime. It also can be one of the more stressful. The Employee Relocation Council states that moving is the third most stressful event in life, following death and divorce. But a well-timed move can reduce stress and save money. Moving during certain times of the year can result in considerable savings. Moving during the summer, when children are out of school and the weather is nice, can make a move more manageable. Keep in mind that because late spring and summer are the peak moving seasons, they also tend to be more expensive. Many moving companies and truck rental agencies will charge a premium if you use their services during the summer. Furthermore, crews may change in the summer when students on vacation could fill in for regular, more experienced movers. High prices are not only reserved for those who buy a new house during the spring and summer. Renters may find spring and summer is also the peak season for rentals. Many apartment managers can attest that the dates between June 2 and August 30 are quite busy in terms of apartment turnover. College students are more likely to move as soon as the academic year ends, and many landlords plan leases to expire in the summer months to ensure that re-renting places will be easier thanks to a flooded apartment market. According to Apartment Wiz, a Houston-based apartment locating service, although there might be greater apartment availability during the warmweather months, it also means greater competition between prospective tenants. That greater competition can drive up prices. But apartments are harder to fill in the fall or at the onset of winter. That’s because many people

do not want the hassle of moving once school has started or the weather has chilled. Landlords who are stuck paying utilities and advertising fees for vacant apartments are far more likely to negotiate rent prices, lease terms and even security deposits during the winter in an effort to fill the apartment quickly. People sitting with homes on the market are also more likely to negotiate during cooler months when foot traffic has fizzled out. That can make shopping for a home in the fall advantageous to home buyers. Here are some other tips to reduce stress and save money when moving into a new home or apartment. * Move mid-week. Weekends are a prime time for truck rentals and moving companies. Pick a Tuesday or a Wednesday to move, and you’re much more likely to find an available moving service (even during peak moving months); you may even be able to negotiate a lower rate. * Pick a mid-month moving date. Many people move at the beginning of the month when leases are up or after mortgage payments are made. Fewer people move in the middle of the month, so you might find more affordable moving deals if you can wait a few extra weeks. * Schedule a fall or winter move. The American Moving and Storage Association says half of all moves occur during one-third of the year -- between the beginning of May and Labor Day. Beat the rush by moving outside of these dates. * Get an early start. Many people underestimate the amount of time it takes to actually move their belongings. Try to schedule a moving company to come very early in the morning to give you ample time to pack up the truck and unpack at your new home.

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Who is responsible for repairs during a home sale? Many questions arise during the homebuying process. Buyers looking at homes that require a good deal of TLC may wonder who is responsible for the home’s repairs, particularly if such repairs are needed to secure a certificate of occupancy. Depending on the situation, there is no clear-cut answer. There is no perfect home, and things that are acceptable to the current owner may not be acceptable to the buyer who is looking to become the next owner. The home-buying process is typically a careful cooperation between buyer and seller to find a middle ground. The buyer may have to make some concessions, as will the seller. Ultimately, it is this cooperation that often determines if the sale goes through or is terminated. Before any negotiations can begin regarding repairs, it is adviseable for a buyer to have an independent inspector come out and look over the home and property. Most real estate agents will suggest this be done as a first priority -- even before a contract is entered on the home. An inspection will unveil any potential problems in a home and indicate things that the buyer may not be aware of, including items that do not meet with code or could be unsafe. An inspector also may point out problems that could cause a mortgage lender to give pause. This may mean the lender will deem problems

unsafe and refuse to fund the mortgage until repairs are made. A copy of this inspection report should be sent to the home seller to review with his or her attorney and real estate agent. The buyer working with his own real estate attorney and agent can petition for certain repairs to be made. Many sellers will make such repairs to ensure the purchase goes through, or they will accept a lower purchase price to compensate for the needed repairs, which the buyer will then make. Buyers might want to hire a good real estate attorney to write clauses into the contract to protect their interests. This allows the buyer to forfeit the sale and walk away from the contract should an issue arise. The rules often change when buying a home that is a short sale or in foreclosure. A home that is in distress is typically in this situation because the current owners cannot afford to pay their mortgage, and thusly, are not able to afford repairs. According to Think Glink, a money-management Web site, buyers may try to negotiate repairs with the seller, but they shouldn’t assume that sellers (or lenders in the event of a bank-owned home) are responsible for the repairs. Generally speaking, most short sales and foreclosures are sold “as is” and may even specify that repairs and requirements for the certificate of occupancy are the buyer’s

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responsibility. A buyer also can ask to have the home price reduced to cover the repairs. But foreclosures are often already deeply discounted. Buyers should know that, for a home that is not in foreclosure, there are some repairs that should ultimately be the responsibility of the seller. If these repairs are not made, a buyer should think strongly about walking away from the deal, according to Why6Percent. com, a real estate marketing site. Such repairs include: * lender-required repairs that could impact home safety * leaky pipes

* water penetration issues, including a bad roof * unsafe decking or handrails * wet basements or crawl spaces * insecure foundations or obvious structural damage * poorly functioning sewer lines or septic system It is always adviseable for buyers to speak with a reliable real estate attorney and a trusted real estate agent to guide them through the process of buying a home. These people can help buyers navigate the important decisions that can affect the home they’ll be living in for the next several years.

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How to improve your home’s curb appeal * Take to the trees. Many homeowners grow accustomed to overgrown trees around their property and may not notice that low-hanging, unsightly branches are hiding the home from view. Buyers want to see the house, so take to the trees and trim any branches that hang too low or obscure your home. * Clean the gutters. Leaves and sticks hanging from the gutters are a red flag to buyers, who tend to associate clogged gutters with roof damage. Clean the gutters thoroughly before putting your home up for sale and keep them clean throughout the selling process. If your property includes lots of trees, install guards to keep twigs and leaves out of the gutters. * Make the home accessible through the front door. Many homeowners enter their home through a side door or through their garage. If you fall into this category, keep in mind that prospective buyers will be entering through the front door, so make this area accessible. Clear any clutter, such as overgrown hedges, away from the front door, and consider upgrading the door handle to a more modern feature. In addition, make sure the lock on the front door doesn’t stick, forcing the realtor and buyers to immediately struggle before entering the home. You want buyers and their real estate agents to get in and out of the home as smoothly as possible. * Make sure all plants, including flowers, are living. Dehydrated or dead plants and flowers are eyesores, and they will give buyers the impression that you didn’t pay much attention to your property. Make sure all plants are alive and thriving and replace those that aren’t. You can replant new flowers or plants or just use potted plants instead. When purchasing new plants, choose low-maintenance varieties that appeal to buyers who want good vibrant plants but might not want to put in much work into the garden. When selling a home, homeowners can employ a number of tactics to improve their home’s curb appeal.

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Men and women who have tried to sell a home are likely familiar with the phrase “curb appeal.” Curb appeal is similar to getting ready for a big date, only you’re not dressing yourself up to make a strong first impression. Instead, improving curb appeal involves dressing your home up in the hopes it makes a strong first impression on prospective buyers, many of whom will have a strong opinion about the property before they even get out of their cars to have a look around. A home with strong curb appeal can entice buyers who are likely to believe that a home with a well-maintained exterior is likely to have an equally impressive interior. Homeowners who want the process of selling their home to go smoothly can improve the property’s curb appeal in a number of ways, many of which don’t necessitate a substantial home improvement budget. * Clean up. The most effective way to improve curb appeal is to clean up the property. Many homeowners are savvy enough to remove toys and other items from the yard before showing a home, but cleaning up goes beyond removing clutter from the property. Make sure all hedges are trimmed and remove weeds, sticks and other debris from any flower beds. Lay mulch in the flower beds and garden, as mulch prevents weed growth while helping the soil retain moisture, resulting in more attractive gardens to catch a buyer’s eye. * Get an “edge” on other sellers. Edging is another easy and effective way to improve curb appeal. Edge driveways, sidewalks and other walkways around the property, removing or trimming anything that is hanging over the driveway or walkways. If the boundary between your driveway and lawn is not distinct, consider installing edging materials such as stone or bricks. The edging can be level with the driveway or elevated, but keep in mind that elevated driveway edging can protect the lawn, preventing kids from riding their bicycles onto the lawn or cars from driving onto it. Adding edging is not a very difficult do-it-yourself project.

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