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Two men arrested in connection with Mark Seymour homicide By Cris Vilela Reporter
News - The manhunt for the alleged killers in Kingston’s second homicide of the year has come to an end. At a press conference on Monday, Dec. 14, Kingston Police confirmed that two suspects have been arrested in the September murder of Mark (Bramley) Seymour. The arrests come 77 days after both police and paramedics were called to the area of York St at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 28, where the victim was found outside with no vital signs. He was transported to hospital and later pronounced deceased. Shawn Brown, 26, and Derrick Blackett, 30, were arrested in a vehicle stop near the Memorial Centre on Friday , Dec. 11 by members of the Kingston Police Emergency Response Unit. Blackett, originally from the Greater Toronto Area, has lived in Kingston for a number of years and Brown is believed to have recently moved from Western Canada. On Dec. 16, the Loblaws on Princess Street became one of the first grocery stores in Ontario to sell beer on its Both men are charged with first degree shelves. From left, Michael Gencarelli, store manager of Loblaws Princess Street location, MPP Sophie Kiwala murder, forcible confinement, weapons danand Steve Beauchesne, CEO of Beau’s All-Natural Brewing Co. See full story on page 14. Photo/Mandy Marciniak gerous, break and enter, and wearing a dis-
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News – A threatened budget showdown over the future of Kingston’s Norman Rogers Airport has fizzled. “We are doing a leap of faith that this will be positive for economic development in Kingston,” said Coun. Lisa Osanic, who counts herself as one of the skeptics to the argument that ‘build it and more will come.’ But she and others appeared to have a sudden change of heart at the final council meeting of the year. Critics of the $16.1 million terminal and runway expansion say they were ready to delay the entire project, or divide the work into two phases over several years. “I agree with the argument that we need the terminal expansion to get a second carrier to Kingston to create competition and lower the air fares. What I wanted to do originally was to delay the runway expansion,” explained Coun. Osanic, whose west end district stands to be impacted by more airplane activity. She was also concerned about the environmental impact of cutting down more trees on the airport’s northern boundary to lengthen the main north-south runway closer to Collins Bay. However, political opposition to the cost-
ly project, which was first raised during the budget talks last month, never got off the ground when the 2016 capital budget came up for final approval. The budget was easily carried at the Dec. 15 meeting. Opponents now indicate they’re satisfied the entire expansion work should be completed at the same time. The city plans to spend $9 million to lengthen the runway feet to accommodate larger commercial and private planes, plus another $7 million to expand the passenger terminal to add more security, passenger comforts and more room for a possible second commercial carrier. Coun. Osanic says concerns raised by herself and a handful of colleagues were addressed by staff in the days leading up to the budget vote. “There’s been a lot of emails flying.” She added: “What we found out when talking to staff is that there’s economies of scale by doing both the terminal and runway expansion at the same time. It’s more economical to hire one contractor for the design-build phase and it should attract more bidders.” City staff pointed out that adding an extra 1,000 feet to the existing 5,000 foot runway will allow larger jets to land in Kingston and will ultimately benefit travellers and busi-
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ing for approvals to build a twenty storey rental apartment building with up to 180 suites, and associated building parking,” said Trousdale. The stand-alone municipal parking garage with 280 parking stalls would be located on the east portion of the site. The city ultimately stands to lose 270 surface parking spaces if the Homestead buildings proceed, land the city currently leases for permit and metered parking. Council recently decided to partner with Homestead to build a multi-level garage to replace the lost surface parking spaces. Under the agreement, Homestead will build the structure and the city will purchase it for up to $18 million. However, officials insisted the conditional partnership does not bind the city to rubberstamping Homestead’s new hi-rise proposals. “The city is under no obligation in terms of granting those planning approvals. In the event that Homestead decides not proceed with its development, for whatever reason, then the city’s public parking garage won’t proceed,” said properties commissioner Denis Leger. The other big development is planned across the street on another Homestead-owned, but municipally operated parking lot. “At our 18 Queen Street/282 Ontario Street site, on the east portion of the site we are also looking for approvals to build a twenty storey rental apartment building, however this building GARDINERS RD.
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will help to spur revitalization in this area and bring permanent residents to the downtown core,” Trousdale explained. It will be up to city planners to consider the impact of the two high-rises on surrounding heritage buildings, and to make a recommendation to councillors. The joint application is expected to be the focus of at least one public meeting in early 2016. Homestead has said its intent is to construct one high-rise at a time in order to minimize downtown parking lot disruptions. It’s not the only big residential high-rise that’s planned for the downtown core. IN8 Developments is also seeking council ap-
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Editorial – With another festive season upon us, it’s time to reflect on some of the naughty or nice behaviour at Kingston city council in 2015, the first full year of the new council under mayor Bryan Paterson. Here’s a local spin on the classic Christmas poem, Twas the Night Before Christmas. Twas the Night Before Council Twas the night before Council, when all through City Hall, Bryan Paterson faced an agenda that could be amended by all. He continued to look for a compromise
Council priorities were all decided and displayed on the web, While visions of more buses and bicycles danced in some heads. And McLaren is getting flustered, George’s voice is getting stronger, Only countryside’s Allen wants the meeting to go on longer. When during the debate there arose such a clatter, I looked up from Tommy’s Tweets to see what was the matter? Not choosing the lowest bidder sounds insane, Spending an extra million bucks on a contractor, again? Intense lobbying for a school at the Memorial Centre is great, But there’s not enough support to reopen the debate.
When what to our wandering minds should appear, A transportation plan that lacks vision and gears. With transit and cycling not getting enough mention, There’s a push to make them the centre of attention. Now airport, now Third Crossing, now Wellington roads, Will these future expansions get enough votes? The first-year council approved another low tax rate, But future budgets may not face a similar fate. Public attacks over KEDCO’s mandate got rough, Will a long overdue review make it transparent enough? Downtown parking will soon be short supply, New Queen Street high-rises promise to intensify. Princess Street will be cut open for the Big Dig 3, Making it tough for motorists and shoppers to get from point A to B.
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Embracing ‘the force’ in my life
In case you’ve been living under a rock and don’t know, the newest Star Wars movie was released last week. Star Wars The Force Awakens, also known as episode seven in the epic series, is easily the movie event of the year for fans and movie buffs, and in my life it is a very big deal. Korey is a huge Star Wars fan and has been ever since he was a kid. I recently asked him how many times he has watched the original trilogy and he had no idea, but noted that he can recite most of the movies along with the actors – so, many, many times. When we started dating, nearly 10 years ago, he asked me if I like Star Wars and when he found out that I had never actually seen the movies I was worried that would be the end of our relationship. But instead he was patient and we watched ‘A New Hope’ together –
on our second date. Initially, I wasn’t sure how I felt about the movie and I was a bit confused, but I was willing to give the rest of the movies a chance because he loved them so much. We watched the original trilogy first and then the dreaded prequels and after seeing the entire story arc I had to admit it’s pretty great. As a literature lover, there was a lot in the story of Star Wars for me to love, at least in the original trilogy. The characters are well written, the relationships are emotional and the fantastical elements work to make a great story. I especially loved and still love the character of Yoda and the little Ewoks. Over the years I’ve embraced Korey’s love for Star Wars and so has my family. A couple years into our relationship, my mother actually made Korey a Star Wars themed Christmas tree complete with little ships from his childhood and newer ornaments from Hallmark. He loves the tree and it is really exciting to put it up each year and inevitably watch the films together while doing so. The tree has become one of our little Christmas traditions and I love it too.
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The magic of Christmas
No matter how one chooses to celebrate Christmas or why, there always seems to be a certain magic and excitement in the air at this time of year. Many centuries of evolving traditions have shaped the way we celebrate the holiday today and we’d like to take a look at a few of those.  It’s safe to say that Christmas hasn’t always occupied such a hallowed place in the Pantheon of Christian holidays. Early Christians didn’t celebrate it. Ultimately, the day is meant to celebrate the birth of Christ, but only two of the Gospels mention the circumstances of Jesus’s birth and unfortunately neither mentions a date - although it is telling to note that shepherds – quite prominent in the original Christmas story - almost never herd in winter; this is almost always done in the spring. Most scholars think that the holiday was instituted as a way of co-opting all the longstanding pagan traditions celebrating the Winter’s solstice - that magical point in the calendar where the days finally begin to get longer. Also helping the party? Late December was typically the time when the fermentation process neared completion, and the year’s harvest was at last becoming coiffable. So, yes, the answer is (as always) beer and/or wine. Many scholars also credit the work of Charles Dickens with having invented the modern idea of Christmas through his famous novel A Christmas Carol - that is to say, as a time to pause in reflection of our life’s purpose while daring us refocus our energies outward to charity and our fellow men and women in need. When A Christmas Carol was written in 1842, the holiday’s observance had almost completely died out. The book re-stoked the fires in both Europe and America by striking a chord with a Western world weary with the horrors of famine, poverty, and pervasive social injustice. Christmas’ presence was also keenly felt on First World War battlefields in 1914, when weary British and German troops ceased their artillery bombardments and night raids to exchange gifts, sing carols and play soccer on Christmas day. This practice was completely stamped out by 1916, however, with the crime of fraternizing with the enemy under any circumstances punishable by firing squad. Nevertheless, the memory of those early days of compassion and benevolence stand out in historical memory, especially when juxtaposed with the unimaginable hellscape of trench warfare.  Whatever you believe, this is truly a season to be grateful for the lives we lead, and for each other’s company. At the end of the day, what more can be wished for? Extending you warmest holiday wishes from your friends at the Kingston Heritage and Frontenac Gazette.
The Secondary Plan for the Old Industrial and recreation. and Inner Harbour areas now referred to as Smart development can do this. Some memKing’s Town North offers a truly exciting, bers of the community, however, prefer to Kingston City Councillors are in favour of bet- a year, not to allow the Memorial Centre site to be forward-looking opportunity for Kingston to take a divisive stance and promote the view Kanata Kourier-Standard stand on the world stage and demonstrate the that community groups such as the Friends of ter public consultation - when it suits them. In the analyzed as a possible location for the new central superb vision for sustainable development that Kingston Inner Harbour are anti-development. Dec. 17th edition of The Kingston Heritage, in two city high school without a single public consultaalready exists in Kingston’s Official Plan.  Such a position is untrue and unfair. We all articles, “Kingston’s next transportation consultant tion piece leading up to either vote. In some circles Kanata Kourier-Standard In the 19th century, people worked, played need to be working together: Community As- needs to be jack-of-all-trades� and “City to revi- they call this hypocrisy. A $36 million dollar school will be built and Arnprior and shopped nearChronicle-Guide home. Industries and shops sociations, Developers, City Staff and Council. talize lands along Montreal Street corridor�, one Let’s put Kingston on the world map with a councilor in particular was strongly proclaiming funded by you and me; it would have been absowere integrated with housing. Roads were designed using a sustainable and efficient grid visionary 21st century plan for the Old Indus- for himself and his colleagues, their desire for bet- lutely appropriate if this city council, which talks Arnprior Chronicle-Guide system. The suburban model of the sixties and trial and Inner Harbour areas. Let’s have great ter public consultation. “This is a new council. This about working with others and specifically passed seventies zones forReview living, working development!  To include the old-fashioned is what we’re doing. We’re doing better commu- a motion and a process to do so with the Limestone Westseparated Carleton and shopping with curvy crescents in subdivi- Wellington Street Extension as part of this nity consultation than happened in the past�, said District School Board, had allowed for information sions and designated areas for shopping and plan would be to step back into the sixties and Councillor McLaren. “This will give the public a to have been gathered and presented to the public, West Carleton industry in malls and businessReview parks. This sub- seventies.  In all honesty Kingston deserves better opportunity to explain and confirm their vi- so the citizens of Kingston could have provided insion�, said Councillor McLaren, who cited coun- formed feedback and council could have made a urban model is both wasteful of space and un- better. cils push for open government as a reason behind fact-based decision. sustainable. Given current recognition of the the need for extra consultation. In three years ask yourself, “do you want $36 dangers of climate change, Kingston’s has a Mary Farrar One has to wonder where this “better� pub- million dollar decisions made on your behalf withreal need to reduce CO2 emissions. The best President, Friends of Kingston Inner lic consultation was hiding only a few weeks ago out proper due diligence?� I know I don’t. way forward is to increase population densificouncil voted for the second time in less than Ed Smith s !DVERTISING RATES AND TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARE ACCORDING TO CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING SALES: Harbour when cation and integrate living, working, shopping DISTRIBUTION INQUIRIES Vice President & Regional Publisher Mike Mount the rate card in effect at time advertising published.
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Some residents disappointed by Loyalist Council’s decision to pass turbine related by-law mmarciniak@thehertiageemc.ca
News – It may have been the last meeting of the year, but that didn’t mean it was going to be an easy one for Loyalist Township. On Dec. 14, council voted on a by-law to approve the much contested Roads Use and Community Benefit Agreements that relate to the pending Windlectric project. Many residents voiced their concerns during delegations, but despite their concerns, the by-law to approve both agreements passed. “This is our one shot at getting some authority before they present these plans to us with no way to give feedback,” said Deputy Mayor Ric Bresee who presented the motion to approve. “I firmly believe that getting the authority to negotiate directly with Windlectric and having a tool to force their hand through arbitration is a better option.” The Community Benefits Agreement details how funds used throughout the project and following the project will be handled. It also details how surplus funds will be used throughout the township. The proposed Roads Use Agreement dictates where construction trucks, cement trucks and other heavy material trucks can travel throughout the island.
Council originally presented both agreements on Oct. 26, and while they asked for feedback at that meeting, some members of the community feel that they didn’t listen to their concerns. “We really feel the time is wrong and many residents made excellent points but it went through anyway,” said Michele Le Lay, a member of the Association to Protect Amherst Island (APAI). “Once you sign an agreement your negotiation powers diminish. The township thinks it is putting them further ahead because of the arbitration clause, but that is not the easiest way to deal with a company like this.” From council and township staff’s perspective, the opposite is true; Deputy Mayor Bresee asked staff about the consequences of not signing and staff explained that further recommendations about things like noise restrictions would not be easily obtained without this initial agreement. “By signing, we can keep power in the Township’s hands instead of leaving it at the will of the ministry or IESO,” said Bresee. “This council has always been there for you and we will continue to be here for you and we will fight and these agreements give us the power to do that.” While the majority of council voted to approve the by-law, Dun-
can Ashley, councillor for Amherst Island, made his objections and frustrations known before voting against the motion. “I believe signing is premature,” said Ashley who pointed out that the project will likely go ahead with or without their approval of this agreement. “Part of the argument has been that if we don’t do this we won’t like the consequences, but I am not afraid of what the consequences are. If you just want it over with then I understand, it has been a long road. But I can’t support this.” The by-law passed by a vote of 6-1 (councillor Porter was absent). Le Lay and the rest of APAI were especially disappointed in the passing of the by-law because they are in the midst of fighting the project at an environmental tribunal. The tribunal began on Dec. 7 and according to Le Lay, it is going well. “The proponent has a lot
of resources and they have deep pockets and they are certainly using that to their advantage,” she said. “The challenge is really big, but fortunately we have an extraordinary team and a lot of people have stepped up to help us. We are fighting as hard as we can.” The tribunal was scheduled to wrap up on Dec. 22, but Le Lay is not sure that will be the case. The group has asked that future hearings be held on the island and that the tribunal come out to Amherst Island for a site visit. “The tribunal was very interested
in our presentations and I think it would be really beneficial for them to see the actual proximity of the cement plant to the school or the location of the turbines to the owl habitat for themselves.” Le Lay is happy with the response from the tribunal so far and she hopes things with the township will also work out going forward. “The expectations from the citizens will be higher going forward,” she said “There are many more plans and agreements to go through and we hope that this is a positive step.”
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Beer is here: Loblaws in Kingston among first grocery stores to sell beer in Ontario
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News – On your next trip to Loblaws on Princess Street you’ll be able to pick up more than just groceries; on Dec. 15, the store became one of the first 58 grocery stores in the province to sell beer, making consumers, retailers and brewers across the province very happy. “Loblaws is making history and when good things like this happen we are always wonder-
ing why we didn’t do it long before,” said MPP for Kingston and the Islands Sophie Kiwala at the official in store launch on Dec. 16. “It is really exciting and it will be great for everyone involved.” The launch really is part of history; beer in grocery stores is part of the biggest shakeup to beverage alcohol retailing in the province since prohibition was ended in 1927. Eventually, beer will be available at up to 450 grocery stores province-wide – roughly the same number of
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locations The Beer Store currently operates and like The Beer Store, these locations will offer a variety of domestic, imported and craft beers. “We have created something special here and we hope to be a destination for beer enthusiasts,” said Michael Gencarelli, store manager of Loblaws Princess Street location. “Loblaws has also increased their commitment to selling craft beers and upping the amount of shelf space those beers will be given. The assortment you see is just the beginning.” Currently, The Beer Store and other retailers are required to devote a minimum of 20 per cent shelf space to craft beer, but Loblaws will devote a minimum of 50 per cent. This development is very exciting for Steve Beauchesne, CEO of Beau’s All-Natural Brewing Co. “Less than a year ago if you asked any craft brewer if this was ever going to happen the answer would have been no way, but the impossible has happened,” said Beauchesne. “All of Ontario gets to benefit from this especially consumers and craft breweries and every community will benefit.” Beauchesne went on to explain that in the past decade the craft beer industry in Ontario has increased from 30 members to 130, employing approximately 1,400 people. His hope is that with this expansion those numbers will increase even more.
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“Initiatives like this and the beer store reforms and the continuing support of the LCBO will easily help us get to 200 brick and mortar breweries,” he said. “We could potentially double or triple our employees and that is great for the province.” Response from consumers has already been great and after only a day on the shelves, Loblaws in Kingston sold $2,400 worth of product, putting them second in sales in Ontario. Gencarelli was very pleased with the launch and happy to see so many enthusiastic customers. “It has all been so positive,” he said. “The staff were a bit nervous yesterday, but it has been so easy and they are so happy to have the feedback from the customers.” For staff, some extra training was needed for the sale of the products and designated sales areas, hours of sale and identification checks are all in place. All of the beer products are the same price as at other retailers and while products are available in store, they will not be available through the Click and Collect program. Overall, everyone is excited to see the products on the shelf, especially Beauchesne. “This is so meaningful for us,” he said. “Our biggest hurdle is getting people to try our products and know about them and if they see them they are more likely to buy them. This is another way to get our products out there.”
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Third crossing delay: Councillors will cross that bridge when they get to it By Bill Hutchins
News – City councillors have delayed awarding a lucrative contract to do the third bridge crossing design while they seek more answers over the bidding process. The preliminary design work is a critical component to move the much-touted bridge project to the ‘shovel ready’ stage before this council term is up. However, some councillors expressed concern that the staff recommended design firm of J.L. Richards is $1 million more expensive than the lowest bidder. Coun. Peter Stroud’s motion to defer the contract award was supported by a 9-4 vote at the Dec. 15 meeting. The issue is expected to resurface for a decision on Jan. 12. “I feel if you’re going to be double the price you need a heck of a sales pitch and I don’t think that sales pitch was there,” said Coun. Adam Candon. Councillors say the one month delay will give them more time to review the criteria by which the various proposals were ranked. J.L. Richards says it can complete the preliminary bridge design work for $2.3 million. Four other firms submitted competing bids; MMM Group was $1.3 million, Buckland & Taylor was $1.3 million, GHD Limited was $1.7 million, and Brown Company/BT Engineering bid was $2.2 million. All bids fall within the city’s $2.9 million budget envelope. Senior municipal staff described them as “reputable” companies that have designed bridge projects in other communities. “There’s a difference between reputable and those that are the best qualified,” explained Mark Van Buren, the city’s director of engineering. City officials say even though J.L. Richards has the most expensive of the five bids, it’s also the most qualified firm to design
the 1.1 kilometre long, two-lane bridge that would span the Cataraqui River between John Counter Blvd. and Gore Road. Some councillors struggled to understand the scoring criteria that gave J.L. Richards’ more expensive bid the edge over the rival firms. They had earlier approved a request for proposals (RFP) that outlined the ranking process for qualified firms. Only 25 per cent of the scoring process was based on the project’s overall cost. The other 75 per cent of each bid’s ranking focused on non-financial details such as experience, qualification, work plan, creativity, innovation, vision and accessibility. J.L. Richards ranked high in most of the non-financial categories, but councillors pressed staff for more details about the evaluation process. “For an extra $1 million what exactly are we getting that is better?” asked Coun. Candon. Van Buren explained that J.L. Richards has a strong track record and demonstrated that it has the best plan to navigate the city through the “very complex” bridge design work, likely the most expensive project ever undertaken by the city. “They have a very involved work plan. And the level of resources that they were bringing to this design, the review team felt it matched all the areas we thought were going to be significant issues from a design perspective.” Factors in the bridge design include; cultural and environmental issues, geo-technical expertise to anchor the bridge pillars to bedrock that’s 30 feet below the riverbed, handling possible riverbed contaminants, negotiating with the provincial government and Parks Canada, which manages and maintain the historic waterway, plus consensus-building with First Nations and other stakeholders, and designing a bridge that won’t jeopardize the Rideau Canal’s UNESCO world heritage
designation. “The J.L. Richards team was simply the best team,” he said, adding the same firm designed the Vimy Memorial Bridge in Ottawa that also crosses the Rideau Canal system. J.L. Richards was the lead firm on the environmental assessment that recommended the Kingston bridge location and a preferred conceptual design a few years ago, he added. Pittsburgh district councillor Ryan Boehme, who strongly supports the need for a bridge, says concerns over the selection process should’ve been addressed with staff prior to the council meeting. He voted against the deferral. “The information is available and the questions should’ve been asked beforehand.” He says the RFP process gives the city flexibility to consider factors other than cost.
“You’re looking for different creative ways to tackle a problem. So financial is one quarter of it but it’s not the entire picture. Different companies bring different methodologies.” The city is planning to construct a bridge to relieve traffic congestion on the LaSalle Causeway and Highway 401, and to provide a municipally-owned east-west transportation link. The estimated construction cost is $120 million (in 2011 dollars), an amount that will almost certainly be higher once inflation and other costs are factored in. If approved, the preliminary bridge design will take about 18 months to complete, along with a detailed financial plan to finalize bridge cost estimates and help determine whether it should be constructed through a traditional design-build contract or a publicprivate partnership.
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Kingston expected to be ‘primary hub’ for incoming refugees starting as early as the end of the month mmarciniak@theheritageemc.ca
News –CFB Kingston will be used as an interimlodging site for incoming refugees as early as the end of the December or early in the New Year. “Based on the plan we have been working with for the past few weeks, Kingston will be the interim logistics or lodging site for the refugees,” Colonel Stephen Kelsey told The Heritage on Dec. 16. “The
first group of refugees coming in already had sponsors or family here in Canada. The next group, when they start coming in, may not have sponsors and they need a place where immigration Canada can continue their processing and set conditions for their transition to another community. That is the role Kingston will play.” Col. Kelsey went on to explain that depending on the volume, Kingston will be the primary hub in Ontario just because of its proximity to Toronto. If there
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Ruth Nooredegraaf is the coordinator for the Kingston Immigration Partnership at the Kingston Community Health Centre. Photo/Mandy Marciniak don’t know how long people will be here either. If people can be patient for another few weeks we do expect to see refugees here soon and we will know what we need then.” Noordegraaf has been very heartened by the community response and she looks forward to reaching out to the community more in the New Year. “It is really heartwarming, but we need to be mindful of the fact that we don’t know what our needs are yet, “ she said. “It is really nice to see that we have a great group of people both community partners and community members that are ready to help.” If you would like to donate monetarily to the Refugee Relief Fund visit http://www.unitedwaykfla.ca/refugeerelief/
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It’s a most wonderful time of year around the Mooy home. For as long as I can remember, Christmas time was family time around our house. It would start early in December when I would travel to the nearest Christmas tree lot to pick out the best tree with my mom and dad - tree which was shaped just right, tall enough to just reach the ceiling of our living room, but still have enough room for our tree topper. Invariably, we misjudged the height and dad and I would bring out the saw and cut a few inches off the bottom. Once in the best spot in the living room, out came the lights and decorations. It was a mishmash of decorations. Some came with us from Holland, others we purchased from our local store. My favourites were the ones with memories attached - places we visited, moments in our lives and the extra special glass ones that came from the old country. Glass birds, a pinecone, a guitar and Santa are the ones I still have in our collection.
Today, the Mooy household usually has more than one tree. Four or five on any given year. Our main memory tree is in the living room. My ‘nerd’ tree is adorned with Star Wars, Star Trek, sci-fi and movie memorabilia, as well as dozens of trains. Yup, I’m a geek and proud of it. Then there is the cat tree. You guessed it, decorated with cat ornaments for the felines in our lives. And finally, a tree full of lights by our front door to greet all our guests. Except for this year. A couple of years back we welcomed a new addition to our family. A beautiful white and tan cuddly kitten, aptly named Cuddles, an appropriate name thought great-gramma during the drive home from the feed store as she cuddled in her arms. Yup, appropriate enough for a devil kitten. Don’t get me wrong: we all love her dearly, but kittens will be kittens, and she has taken up exploring and playing with everything in the house, even items we thought were way out of her reach. Cuddles always finds a way to get up into these hard-toreach spots so she can play with all these cleverly hidden treasures. We thought this would be the
Christmas to bring back our traditional trees. Wrong again! This year our sweet Cuddles has been joined by seven more brothers and sisters, Smudge, Angel, Beau, Gabby, Midnight, Blackie and Pat, bringing our total feline family to ten. Yup, we are officially the crazy cat family. So this year, our Christmas decorations consist of one giant nine-foot tree in the living room, decorated with hundreds of colourful lights, and many, many plastic, unbreakable ornaments. A large wooden train, replacing my usual electric model, has a place of honour around the base of the tree. For now, our Christmas treasures remain safely packed away until next year. I’ve always loved Christmas. Who doesn’t? Celebrating Dutch traditions I was born in Holland. My family immigrated to Canada in 1963. While growing up, and still today, many of my friends believe the Dutch celebrate Christmas on Dec. 6. I was always more than happy to set them straight, providing a quick lesson on Dutch holidays, and how this is actually Sinterklaas Day. This Dutch tradition is the feast of Sinterklaas, or Saint Nicholas, a bishop who
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200th anniversary. Early documents show that the village was established in 1814. The first recorded tavern opened in 1820. Barb Carr, co-editor of the book, said that the book is primarily a collection of items that have previously been published about Barriefield. Carr and her husband, David Craig, who took some of the photographs in the book, chatted with me on the eve of the book’s release this past week. Barriefield Village was named after Rear-Admiral Sir Robert Barrie, who actively served during the War of 1812, including a role as Commodore during the blockade of Chesapeake Bay along the American east coast. He later lived in Kingston, where, today, Barrie Street and the village of Barriefield bear his name. Among other accomplishments and duties, Barrie served as Commissioner of the Royal Navy Dockyards of Kingston. He held the responsibility for many major Royal Navy decisions affecting Canada. One of his projects was the ex-
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History comes to life in new book about Barriefield fort as a tourist site, but not about Barriefield, which is an important part of that history. It was a real British hub here, with lots of inns. People had to wait in Barriefield to catch the ferry to Kingston.” “Barriefield was a true outpost of the British Empire,” said Carr. “It’s older than the current Fort Henry. Barriefield is a gem.” Chapters cover important personalities in Barriefield’s development. Some famed Canadians have their roots in Barriefield. In the books pages, you’ll learn about Sir Robert Barrie, Richard Cartwright, John Marks, and other names that have become part of Kingston’s fibre. There are sections on village life, industries (sawmill, boat building and seaplane port), and houses, many of which are still standing. Carr explained that Don Cherry’s father was born in Barriefield. Charles Aykroyd ran the general store in Barrifield in the 1820s. Dan Aykroyd is a descendant of Charles’ older brother. Sir John A. Macdonald served as the lawyer for at least one of the home purchases in Barriefield. And we can’t forget famed rum runner William Allen (1882-1945), better known as Dollar Bill. In the 1930s, he ran a bootleg booze bar in a Barriefield seaplane hangar. His supplies of illegal booze were kept underwater. “[Dollar Bill] was around in the 1920s and 1930s, when prohibition was on,” said Craig. “He was quite a character in town. He rode his bicycle around town, and he wouldn’t allow women into his establishment.” Sports have played a big role in Barriefield’s past. Inside the book, you’ll find photos of the 1926 and 1927 Barriefield Hockey Club and the 1888 baseball club. A particularly fascinating section of the book contains material about the methods of crossing the Cataraqui River. “In the earliest days, the only way across was the scow ferry,” said Carr. “One went right across the Cataraqui River.” A section from Chapter 2 about Barriefield and the Cataraqui River typifies the kind of detail contained in the book.
“The War of 1812 resulted in population growth on both sides of the river. The Dockyard and fortifications at Points Henry and Frederick on the eastern side of the Cataraqui River were too important to be separated from the commercial centre and military headquarters on the western side. As early as the War of 1812, there was a scow ferry across the river, operated by the government. It was about 35 feet long, built of oak, the sides about three feet high, each end sloped and furnished with a hinged door. The crossing was effected by means of a cable that extended across the river and was let into grooves at each end of the scow. The motive power was furnished by five men supplied by the Quarter Master General’s Department. Advertisements over the years show the ferry as being under government control but leased to civilians for operation.” Eventually, the military offered to pay an annual fee for the use of a bridge if a private company would build one. Carr said that a company was formed to take on the task of building the bridge between Kingston and Barriefield Village. “It was called the Penny Bridge, because it was a toll bridge,” she said. “When it was constructed it had to be at least 25 feet in width and of sufficient strength for artillery carriages and cattle of every description. At least 18 feet of the length had to be moveable to allow boats to pass through.” The building of the bridge commenced in 1827 and at least one of the pedestrian walkways was opened by August of 1829. Historical facts turn into living history when put into a context like that found in this new text. Carr said that in Barriefield’s first 100 years, there were at least 11 inns operating, many at the same time. In 1840 there were nine taverns open at once in the village. The creation of the book was supported by a Kingston Community Foundation grant as well as some funds from Heritage Canada. “Visually, it’s really lovely,” said Carr. “There are old maps, paintings, photos, as well as some recent art.”
You’ll find several old images alongside photographs by David Craig showing modern views of historical sites. Within this delightful book, you’ll find a thorough overview of Barriefield’s transition from a military settlement to heritage village. One of the appendices offers a guide for a walking tour of Barriefield.
Edited by Robert Cardwell, Barb Carr, & Christine Sypnowich, Barriefield: Two Centuries of Village Life is available at Novel Idea and other locations in the region as well as online. Whether you’re a history nerd or just fascinated by Kingston’s own past, this is a book well worth owning. Mark Bergin on Twitter @markaidanbergin.
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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 613-3896540 for west end location. 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 ‘Port-a-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 Parish 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 613546-5521 ext 5 39th Annual Live Outdoor Nativity Pageant, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- Day Saints, 2245 Battersea Rd. Glenburnie, Ontario Dec. 24 - 6:30,7:00 ,7:30. Food Bank Donations are appreciated. 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 all-youcan 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,
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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.
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On Saturday, Jan. 16 there will be a free demo of the Golden acrylic products from 10-12 at the Kingston School of Art Princess @Victoria. From 12:30 -3 p.m. that same day there will be a Hands-On Golden Workshop with working artist Andrea Warren. All materials supplied. Cost $35. Register at www. ksoa.info.
Trinity Presbyterian Church 9 Manitou Cres, Amherstview is having a Christmas eve service. Dec. 24 at 7 p.m. All welcome. Kingston Grandmother Connection is holding their annual potluck evening Jan. 11 @ 5:30 p.m., at St. John’s Anglican Church, 41 Church St., Portsmouth Village. New, returning and lapsed members are welcome at this social and informative evening. Bring a potluck dish for 4, and a friend if you wish. A local Grandmother who visited Uganda with the Stephen Lewis Foundation during 2015 will talk about her experiences. We are a group of women raising funds for The Stephen Lewis Foundation Grandmother to Grandmother Campaign and Help Lesotho. Both groups provide support to grandmothers in Africa raising their orphaned grandchildren. Deb @ 613-5426993. www.g2gkingston.ca kingstongrandmotherconnection@ gmail.com. “Happy New Year” - Dec. 31 The Odessa Agricultural Society presents Teagan McLaren Band. Advanced tickets can be purchased at Foodland Amherstview or in Odessa at the Pop-in or Savage’s Home Hardware for $30 each. Doors open at 8:00 pm, Dance 9:00 to 1:00, Dinner 10:00. Ride home if needed. Info 613-386-3619 New Year’s Lunch & Dance Wednesday December 30, 12 noon.
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 6pm, with a light supper to follow. At 7pm we will raise a toast with our friends in Scotland. Further dancing will follow for the energetic. Traditional Scottish finger foods are requested. Price: $10.00. 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).
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SALES REPRESENTATIVE ABOUT US A subsidiary of Torstar Corporation, Metroland is one of Canada’s premier media companies. Metroland delivers up-to-the-minute vital business and community information to millions of people across Ontario. We have grown significantly in recent years in terms of audience and advertisers and we’re continuing to invest heavily in developing best-in-class talent, products and technology to accelerate our growth in the media landscape and strengthen our connection to the community. For further information, please visit www.metroland.com. THE OPPORTUNITY We are looking for an individual interested in a Sales Representative position, in our Kingston Market, Selling specialty publications and newspaper advertising. Applicants must be self-starters and exceptionally goal oriented as the focus of this position is on developing new revenue opportunities for both the print and digital media products.
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Creative ways to ring in the new year Counting down the hours until the new year can be exciting, as the world anxiously anticipates the adventures in store for the months ahead. Celebrating the new year dates back thousands of years to the ancient Babylonians, who celebrated a new year come the first full moon after the spring equinox. The new year is now commemorated in various ways across the globe. According to History.com, one million people gather in New York City’s Time Square to watch
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