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Two lawyers to lead sweeping review of council conduct rules

BY BILL HUTCHINS

News - Stung by an integrity commissioner's ruling against one of their own, city councillors vow to clarify their Code of Conduct and to get speed dial advice to avoid potential conflicts of interest in the future.

"This is a mess that we're in right now," said Coun. Liz Schell.

Most agree that the current municipal Code of Conduct which governs the behaviour of elected officials does not make them rest easy in political life.

"We need this cleared up, and we need it cleared up fast. This has put a chill on this council like no other," said Coun. Schell.

Councillors approved a motion, introduced by Mayor Bryan Paterson Nov. 15, designed to improve political transparency and accountability at City Hall. A full review will be launched of the "policies and procedures related to conflict of interest and the Code of Conduct for members of council."

Despite the rainy weather, hundreds of Kingstonains came out and celebrated the holidays at the The motion's goal is to "clearly 13th annual Nighttime Santa Parade on Nov. 19 Tori Stafford/Metroland identify the actions that should be

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undertaken by members of council to avoid conflicts of interest."

Councillors also doubled down on the outside legal expertise that will be brought in to conduct the review. The mayor's motion initially called for Toronto lawyer and adjudicator Janet Leiper to lead the review, but that was amended to add a second lawyer.

"The more brains at the table the better, we'll get a much more holistic review," said Coun. Ryan Boehme, who led the push for another lawyer.

The cost to hire two lawyers to review council's Code and provide councillors with a clear path forward, and the public with clear options to file complaints, isn't known at this point.

"There's definitely going to be a cost to it," said CAO Gerard Hunt.

The review and recommendations will be presented to council early next year, including an education plan for councillors and the public.

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Two lawyers to lead sweeping review of council conduct rules Continued from page 1

matters pending the outcome of making process, but his remarks missioner on an ongoing basis to were quickly curtailed by the mayor provide fast advice to any council the current review.

"I felt like a bit of a pinball get- who warned him not to imply mo- member who needs it. A similar hire ting bumped around," he said of tive against the CAO or other man- was shelved by council early in their term. agers. the ordeal.

In hindsight, Coun. Candon says Coun. Stroud continued: "If He says updating the Code with clear rules will benefit future poli- this is a mess ... blame needs to be he could've benefited from such adticians. "It's not just about me. It's shared across the organization and vice had council already put an integrity advisor on speed dial. about people thinking about run- not just councillors."

He added: "I never thought I'd Councillors also adopted anning for council in the future."

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The sweeping review stems from an integrity report, authored by Leiper, that found Coun. Adam Candon "inadvertently" broke the city's Code of Conduct by participating in the debate and vote over the 15 storey Capitol condo hi-rise development, based on his prior business dealings as a real estate agent.

Coun. Candon did seek independent legal advice that spurred his participation in the debate and vote, but it wasn't good enough to avoid breaching the Code.

The mayor added: "That tells me the system did not work. It's thrown all that into flux."

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City extends affordable housing support strategy for five more years BILL HUTCHINS

tax support to purchase land that's suitable for affordable housing, and then to subsidize a portion of the rents.

Since the housing creation strategy was first launched in 2012, city officials say they've been successful in creating dozens of units with subsidized monthly rents. Tenants of those units typically pay 75 to 80 per cent of full market rents which are guaranteed for 15 to 20 years.

"To date, a total of 91 non-market housing units have been allocated funding under the capital program," said a report by community services commissioner Lanie Hurdle.

The list of affordable rent subOFFICE/SHOWROOM sidies includes 19 new units at 720 McCONNELL RD., HARROWSMITH Princess Street, 18 units at 500 and 510 Canatara Court, 16 units at

News - The City of Kingston is extending its affordable housing program by another five years for a total investment of up to $10 million.

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Staff recommended the funding be extended due to ongoing concerns about low vacancy rates in the city.

The current apartment vacancy rate is around 2.8 percent, which is better than previous years but still considered too low to give renters affordable options.

"Despite the recent number of rental apartment completions and economic trends supporting homeownership within the market, Kingston continues to have relatively high rental rates in comparison to other communities of a similar size," Hurdle explained.

Under the updated policy, the Affordable Housing Land Acquisition and Disposition Program will receive three million dollars over the next five years, plus two million dollars that was unspent from the previous term, to purchase land that may be suitable for subsidized housing.

There are currently three projects that have commenced under this program in the past five years; 7 Wright Crescent, 1316-1318 Princess Street and a portion of a former school at 671 Brock Street.

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of re-selling it to the private sector or non-profit housing agencies on the condition some of the new-built units are allocated for affordable housing.

The city will also invest another one million dollars a year for the next five years in the Affordable Housing Program to help encourage builders to allocate a portion of their new rental units for affordable housing.

The city accomplishes this goal by selling land to developers at 75 percent of its acquisition cost.

In some cases the city was able to leverage matching government grants to spur more housing development.

Officials acknowledge that 91 units may not seem like a sizeable payback from the multi-million dollar municipal investment, but they insist it provides a "substantial" benefit to the community and remains an acceptable price to persuade private landlords to incorporate affordable housing into their developments.

By extending the funding cycle for a second five year term, officials say they intend to look at additional land purchases and the possible acquisition of existing rental properties for conversion to mixed-income housing projects.

Affordable housing creation and ending homelessness are among council's strategic priorities.

Fort Henry to launch annual winter attraction with municipal support BILL HUTCHINS

News - Fort Henry becomes Fort Frost.

The limestone fortress is about to open a new winter-time attraction in Kingston, one that it hopes will become an annual event.

It's called Lumina Borealis, and organizers say it will be a winter spectacle to behold, described as 'Frozen' meets 'It's a Wonderful Life.'

"This is not a Christmas event. It's a winter event," said Darren Dalgleish, general manager and CEO of the St. Lawrence Parks Commission (SLPC) which manages Fort Henry.

He appeared before council Nov. 15 to unveil details of the $3 million attraction that will run on selected nights from early December to early February "It's arguably the largest winter event of its kind in Canada," he told councillors.

Lumina Borealis invites visitors to take a walk through magical winter scenes, with names like Iceberg Alley, Sleeping Woods, Fireteller, Singing Aurora and Frozzinator.

He says Lumina is a multimedia interactive experience that takes the natural beauty of the location and enhances it with mythology, mysteries and technology to create an experience for all ages that will create lasting memories.

Montreal-based Moment Factory is creating the production, called the ultimate winter experience, featuring interactive displays and a digital light and sound show with 40 different projectors placed in and around the fort's lower section; the public tour takes a similar walking path as the annual Halloweenthemed Fort Fright.

Dalgleish estimated between 60,000 and 120,000 visitors will take in Lumina's inaugural year. The shows can accommodate 3,000 visitors each night.

Tours are by timed entry with individual time slots placed 15 minutes apart for up to 150 people at a time. The entire walking tour will take 60 to 90 minutes.

And, to let people know it's on, he says the Fort will shine a bright 'Batman Symbol-style' light into the night sky to draw visitors to the attraction.

Councillor praised the Fort's efforts to boost tourism during the traditionally slow shoulder season with this new signature event, and they're chipping in some tax money to help it succeed.

The city will invest $40,000 for promotion and financial support.

The money will come from a capital budget in the cultural services department.

"City staff also recognize that there are a number of expenses in es-

tablishing a major event in the first year and want to work with SLPC to keep the ticket price lower and ensure that more people have access to the event," according to a city staff report.

In addition, 15-minute shuttle buses are scheduled to run between the downtown and the fort during show nights.

Officials say this will better accommodate visitors because parking by the fort will be limited during Lumina's run.

"The estimated economic impact of this event within the City of Kingston is $5.4 million," said staff.

Dalgleish says staging an outdoor show in the winter months will come with challenges, whether there's snow or not. "If it doesn't snow we're going to make it snow," he added.

Ticket prices were still being finalized at press time, but they're expect to cost about $12 each.

Lumina Borealis will open 5 to 10 p.m. on select nights; Thursday through Sunday evenings from Dec. 1 to Dec. 23 (closed for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day), nightly from Dec. 26 to Jan. 8, then from Thursday through Sunday from Jan. 12 to Feb. 4.

Dalgleish told council that Lumina is expected to become an annual attraction, and at least 50-percent of the show will be new each year.

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During a joint presentation on the recent Rural Summit on Poverty and Housing Security with Northern Frontenac Community Services executive director Louise Moody, Townsend started off by showing slides of two unacceptable 'residences' people had been living in, making the point that the further north one goes, the more residential instability increases.

"And we're projecting a huge increase in demand for services," he said. "Plus there is a ton of travel involved to access services, whereas in Kingston, people can walk to find the services they need."

He said active client files in Frontenac County are expected to rise to 340 in 2016, an increase of 68 clients from the 272 in 2015 and 73 from the 267 in 2014.

Moody said that one of the outcomes of the Rural Summit (held in Sharbot Lake last May) was the need to expand housing options for rural areas.

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"I wasn't aware someone renting was 'homeless,'" Inglis said. "There seems to be a gradation of meaning with the term."

"No heat, no hydro, not fixable," Townsend responded. "When that happens, they become homeless and we got them relocated.

"That's what homelessness looks like in rural areas."

"I think it's poverty, not homelessness," said Higgins, the Mayor of North Frontenac. "In North Frontenac, there are other houses they could move into.'

"I feel a little picked on," said Inglis. "And I object to the 'deprivation' label (which was used in one of the slides showing the available services by area in which all of North Frontenac was 'most deprived.')"

"Ignore the label as long as we get the services," said Warden Frances Smith, "Maybe that's the point - we don't need the services," said Higgins.

Moody acknowledged that things are different in the more rural settings and often statistics are presented through an "urban lens.

"They don't take into account things like growing your own food, cutting your own firewood, hunting and fishing," she said. "What I'm trying to figure out is what would work well in rural settings.

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But voting against the hi-rise may News - City councillors, as ex- not be enough to stop it.

Council heard the zoning bylaw pected, voted down the Capitol condominium project when it was put to amendment that allows IN8 Developments to build a 15 storey re-vote Nov. 15. building atop the former CapiIt was defeated on a 6-6 tie.

With Coun. Adam Candon, who tol movie theatre at 223 Princess initially supported the controversial Street remains in force. Repealing condo, absent from the room, the it will require a separate, lengthy vote was split. A tie vote is consid- process. The Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) is also in the ered a defeated vote.

Councillors voted on the same midst of hearing four appeals of sides as they did two months ago. the project, which are expected to Mayor Bryan Paterson and council- proceed regardless of council's aclors Richard Allen, Ryan Boehme, tions.

City solicitor Susan Nicholson Kevin George, Laura Turner and Liz Schell were in favour of the laid out three scenarios before the project. Councillors Mary Rita re-vote to clarify council's options; Holland, Rob Hutchison, Jeff another vote in favour of the buildMcLaren, Jim Neill, Lisa Osanic ing would essentially keep the status quo, but a tie or majority defeat would not be enough to undo the original zoning bylaw that was In the Michaels ad starting on November 18, enacted.

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The news appeared to deflate the hopes of many condo opponents.

"The vote we're about to have makes no difference to the outcome," remarked Coun. Stroud at one point in the lengthy debate.

It remains unclear whether there's enough support on council to start proceedings to undo the zoning bylaw amendment that allows IN8 to build at twice the height.

However, steadfast opponents who claim the building is too tall for the heritage area were buoyed by news that council's re-vote will still be forwarded to the OMB for consideration.

The original condo vote, which passed by a slim 7-6 margin Sept.

20, was not considered valid anymore after an integrity ruling against Coun. Adam Candon's involvement. Integrity Commissioner Janet Leiper found that Coun.

Candon "inadvertently" breached council's Code of Conduct by vot-

ing on the development while he was involved with a business website that had links to the hi-rise project.

Coun. Candon insisted he had never pre-sold any units in the condo and had no financial interest, but was still found in breach of the city's conduct rules, described by many as too vague.

Despite obtaining independent legal advice that said Coun. Candon could participate in the original vote, the integrity ruling said that he was wrong to do so. The ruling did not recommend any punishments against Candon.

With Coun. Candon sidelined, Mayor Paterson introduced a motion to reconsider the contentious condo vote.

"I believe this is the right project for the downtown and the city's future. But, frankly, the integrity of council is more important," he said.

The motion received the required two-thirds vote needed to reopen the matter, which triggered further debate on the merits of the residential hi-rise.

"To me, it threatens our tourism industry because it's too high," said Coun. Hutchison.

Coun. Stroud also took advantage of the renewed debate to speak against the project, arguing the city should attempt to persuade the developer to come up with a lowerscale development that council and the community can support. "The application is flawed. We can do better. We can find that sweet spot."

The development was first unveiled at 21 floors along the Queen Street side of the vacant theatre, but was reduced to 15 residential stories (16 floors when rooftop mechanical fixtures and a lounge area are factored in) following negotiations between the city and developer. The revised project was endorsed by planning staff.

Nicholson says the current case before the OMB may ultimately determine whether IN8 can proceed with construction.

IN8 developer Darryl Firsten has indicated he doesn't need to file his own appeal with the OMB as long as the zoning bylaw remains in effect, but he will attend the current hearing to defend his position.

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EDITORIAL Irresponsible pet owners really‌ stink Tori Stafford tstafford@metroland.com

Column – Some people like dogs, some people like cats; some people like all animals, others really aren’t bothered. But I can say with a fair level of certainty that no one likes poop in public spaces.

It’s an issue I have put pen to paper over many times, and one that continues to grind my gears, get my goat or any other clichÊ you can think of for utterly ticking me off: why can’t all dog owners pick up after their pets?

There is nothing worse than literally stepping in it, apart from those instances of hitting the grass while playing Frisbee in a park only to find yourself‌ deep in the doo-doo, so to speak.

And what’s worse is the fact that people will let their four-legged friends do their business in parks or along sidewalks where children walk and play. Furthermore, for anyone who’s ever had a dog that likes the, ahem, stronger scents in the world, fighting to keep a dirty dog in the tub while you hose them down is even more challenging when that dirt is that of another dog.

And with fall now in full swing, it happens more and more, if my experience is indicative of what’s happening on a larger scale here in Kingston. For some reason, when the leaves fall, dog owners have a tendency to leave the poop where it lands, or, worse, kick

some leaves over it to camouflage the mess from unsuspecting passers by – and their dogs, too.

Hey, I’ll be the first to whine about the difficulties the leafy lawns and darker weather bring for adequately cleaning up after our K-9 companions, but the difference is I do. In fact, I’ve found myself bagless blocks from home and made the trek through the snow and back, uncooperative puppy by my side, to ensure my job is complete.

Beyond the nasty encounters we’ve all had with a stinky shoe or two, leaving your dog’s mess on the ground is more problematic than lazy dog owners might think: Some dogs believe these smelly morsels are snacks and are prone to seeking out the left behind doo=doo – it’s disgusting, but it’s true, and it can be hazardous to the health of those inclined to do so. Furthermore, when it rains or snows, the excrement left on the ground is swept into our water systems where medications, germs and toxins pollute the water that is eventually filtered into what we drink – unfortunately, however, there are no filters for the ground water running into lakes and streams, which means those pet owners who ‘leave it where it lays’ are ensuring your next dip in Lake Ontario is a ‘fresh’ as ever.

Speaking of snow, I’d like to point out to those who clearly don’t know it: frozen poop is no better. The ground being covered in snow is no excuse not to ‘stoop and scoop,’ and, like the leaves, snow is not there to mask the grossness you leave behind. With the spring comes melting snow, and‌ well, I think you can fill in the blanks there.

And while I’m at it, I’d like to point out two other dog-owner related pet peeves I have: off-leashing dogs in places that aren’t designated off-leash areas, and those who bag the poop only to leave the bagged poop on the ground. I know the latter sounds outrageous, but I can’t count the number of times I’ve seen a filled bag sitting on a sidewalk or, worse yet, atop a garbage can. If you’re going to take the time to pick up after your dog (which you should each and every time it goes), then you’ve already done most of the job! It is the epitome of laziness to not seek out a garbage can to dispose of these bags, and it’s downright rude.

The off-leash thing is more widely debated, but there are reasons it’s not allowed. At the top of that list is your dog or another dog being injured in a fight you never saw coming, right after the fact a dog can unexpectedly turn on a human – adult or child – no matter what their track record proves.

And, although it might not be as important as protecting people, other dogs and your beloved pet, a dog off leash is more likely to do its business without you noticing, bringing us back to the initial issue.

So, dog owners of Kingston, I’ll ask you to think of my words when you’re out for a walk with your furry friend, and always bag and dispose of what our lovely little buddies leave behind. If the fact it’s your responsibility can’t make you do it, just remember: absolutely anyone can slip and fall on the ice our winters bring to this city, and the more poop there is laying around, the bigger your chances you’ll land in it.

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Black Friday: Is it really worth it?

We are officially one month away from Christmas and that means that our neighbours to the south are celebrating Thanksgiving. While this holiday is celebrated by some Canadians, the day after American Thanksgiving, also known as Black Friday, is quickly becoming a holiday of sorts in Canada too.

Since 1932, Black Friday has been regarded as the beginning of the Christmas shopping season in the United States. It is a day that many Americans get off work where retailers open early, some as early as 4 a.m., offer deals on merchandise and welcome droves of shoppers into their stores.

For years Black Friday was quite tame, but in recent years many Black Friday sales, especially at big box retailers, have resulted in mass hysteria, long line-ups, tramplings and in some cases death in the United States.

This seems a bit unreasonable to us. Is a good deal really worth risking your health?

In an effort to compete with the American market, Canadians retailers have been introducing Black Friday sales in recent years. Luckily, there has been no mass hysteria, but who knows what will happen this year.

While we agree that getting a good deal on items is always enjoyable, we have to ask, is it really worth all the trouble? Yes, you are saving money, but unless the items that you are buying are ones that you were going to pick up already, are you really saving money?

We all get caught up with the thrill of the deal, especially when it comes to shopping and we tend to forget about more important things.

Christmas and gift giving aren’t always necessarily about the latest gadget or the sweater you got an amazing deal on. The holidays are about family and spending time together and you can’t do that if you get trampled in a line-up on Black Friday.

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I would suggest that the vast majority of us know the difference, and that it’s time we hold our officials to the standards to which currently they only appear to pay lip service. Where is the “transparency”? Why are some City Committees being disbanded, while the boards of others are being asked to approve decisions after the fact, after they have been passed by council, with the justification that time was too short to go through the proper process?

A full time Integrity Commissioner may be a remedial solution, if he or she is truly at “arms-length” and he or she does not owe their contract to the council they will be observing.

However, wouldn’t it be far preferable to elect public officials who actually know the difference between right and wrong and are unquestionably committed to doing the right thing?

- Karen Pagratis, Kingston

Misdirected Question of Ethics

Regarding Karen Pagratis’s “A Question of Ethics” Nov. 15 online, there is not a lot to like or agree with.

The overall tone, the innuendo, the over the top use of the word scandal, the inference that some elected officials are unscrupulous or city staff are some how working nefariously for the greater bad speaks to a lack of balance, understanding and empathy. First off at least get the facts right. Councillor Candon was found “not” to be in conflict of interest under the “Provincial Municipal Conflict of Interest Act” by the Integrity Commissioner (IC), the same written opinion Candon’s lawyer gave him, hence he voted on The Capitol Condo planning application in good faith. In the Integrity Commissioner’s words, the councillor was found to have “inadvertently” breached clause 2.4 (c) of the city’s “Code of Conduct” which simply reads, “Councillors must avoid conflict of interest”. There is no definition of conflict of interest in the city code, you must go to the Provincial Act to find a definition, the Act under which the Integrity Commissioner and Candon’s lawyer found he did not have a conflict. The IC further stated that given the fact the councillor sought legal advice before voting speaks to his desire to do the right thing.

Yes, Councillor George six months ago was found to be in clear conflict

of interest, and although I in no way condone his actions and believe given his many years on council he knew better and therefore has no excuses, he did stand up in council and publicly apologize (in my read, from the heart and sincerely). He must live with the consequences of being somewhat humiliated and the accompanying hit to his reputation.

To his credit he also in the debate on hiring an integrity commissioner at the November 15th council meeting referred to his own guilty actions and apologized again. We need a little more of “let he/she who is without sin cast the first stone” in this city.

One councillor found to be in conflict, a second found not in conflict but having breached a clause in the code of conduct inadvertently while appropri-

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News - Using a consultant for all five Frontenac municipalities to assist in securing insurance seems to have been a good idea.

Frontenac County Council heard at its regular meeting last week in Glenburnie that the County's base insurance program will result in an overall reduction of $48,797 from the 2016 quote of $221,707. The townships are also reporting substantial savings from the process.

In a report to Council, Treasurer Marian VanBruinessen said: "The County treasurers identified the opportunity to jointly market their insurance requirements.

"The consulting firm of Cameron and Associates was contracted, through a competitive process, to facilitate the process and tenders closed on Nov. 4," she said.

Proponents did provide some incentive should the same provider be

selected for all five municipalities, however those benefits did not outweigh the value that each municipality derived from the best option for their own municipality, she said.

"Although one proponent was not selected for all five municipalities, the treasurers identified that the joint process was very beneficial," VanBruinessen said. "The consultant provided insight and guidance throughout the process and the treasurers were able to benefit from that understanding and the collaboration.

"Each of the five municipalities will experience savings on their insurance costs as a result of the marketing."

In a report to South Frontenac Council presented at its meeting last week in Sydenham, Treasurer Louise Fragnito echoed VanBruinessen's opinion that the exercise had value, pegging South Frontenac's savings at $102,014 on a two-year contract.

"The joint RFP was structured to try to obtain cost savings by jointly selecting one proponent across all municipalities but also provided for the submission of individual quotes per municipality for from each provider," Fragnito said. "It was quickly established that each municipality would be selecting its own provider as the savings by municipality were not consistently from the same provider."

Warden Frances Smith said Central Frontenac also realized substantial savings.

Central Frontenac Treasurer Michael McGovern said the municipality stood to save "about $170,000"

to apologize for supporting what he believes in.

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Let’s not make out that one side of the argument has all the answers. It’s a mistake for those that oppose 15 storey buildings built off Princess Street in

been experiencing double digit increases in the cost of providing benefits to employees (long-term disability, life insurance and extended health benefits) will be modified by contracting with Industrial Alliance.

"It is estimated that the total cost of pooled and extended health benefits will be reduced by 3.23 per cent," she said.

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on its insurance contract and praised the process.

"From a personal standpoint, I think it was a very beneficial exercise," he said. "Even without the savings, the consultation was useful." *** VanBruinessen also reported to Council that while the County has

the downtown to assume they are right and that everyone agrees with them. There are many in the community that hold opposite views and are of the opinion their reasons are stronger than those on the other side of the issue. We don’t need to stoop so low as to demonize those who have opposing views, whether a mayor, city councillors or fellow citizens. In the words of Michelle Obama or was it Melania Trump, lets as a community go high!

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News – There is never an excuse for drinking and driving, but even more so now that Operation Red Nose is in full swing after launch-

ing their 2016 Kingston campaign on Wednesday, Nov. 16.

One of the largest and most successful Operation Red Nose campaigns in Ontario, Operation Red Nose Kingston aims to keep impaired drivers off the road by of-

fering free rides and a car pick-up service to those in the area.

In a season full of holiday work parties and festive gatherings, Operation Red Nose will pick up clients and drive them and their vehicles home safely on weekends

throughout November and December. This is especially important, not only due to the nature of the celebratory season, but also because impaired driving instances have grown in the last year.

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“Last year, for 2015, we had 78 impaired drivers charged under the criminal code of Canada and this year, up to date, we’re up to 94 [charged].”

This year, Operation Red Nose has officially partnered with Frontenac Paramedic Services and Kingston Fire and Rescue on top of their longstanding partnership with Kingston Police. While their services are free of charge, Operation Red Nose has always accepted donations, which the organization puts directly back into the community by investing in local youth literacy programs.

Last year, the campaign raised $16,915, thanks to the 232 volunteers that provided 637 rides to area residents. To date, Operation Red Nose Kingston has collected over $193,000 for local youth literacy programs and credits the more than 4,800 volunteers for that and the 9,930 motorists they’ve safely got home since the program began in 1997.

This year, the campaign hopes to raise even more in donations than they did last year, explained Chantal Hudon, director of the 2016 Operation Red Nose Kingston Organizing Committee.

“As always, our service is free, but we hope to raise $20,000 for local youth and literacy organizations in Kingston. We hope to recruit 270 volunteers in Kingston from among about 50,000 who are expected to donate their time to Red Nose campaigns across Canada,” she said.

“In Kingston, we have set a goal of providing 700 rides this year, and with your help, the help of our volunteers, our clients and the overall community, we hope to reach our ambitious but doable goal.”

To that end, Operation Red Nose Kingston has expanded their campaign to include two new ways for clients to both con-

tribute and help keep impaired drivers off the road.

“Hosts of home or corporate parties are invited to participate in our new Ride Voucher Program by donating to Operation Red Nose on their guests’ behalf in exchange for ride vouchers. These vouchers can then be given to a volunteer drive team at the time of service,” said Karen Smith, spokeswomen of the Operation Red Nose Kingston.

“And if your party will have more than 30 people, our mascot, Rudy, would be happy to stop by and actually distribute the ride vouchers.”

Additionally, Operation Red Nose Kingston is hosting a bingo

on Tuesday, Dec. 6 at Treasure Chest Bingo where, for $10, guests will receive a bingo card worth $21. The funds raised through this event will help subsidize fuel costs for those volunteer drivers with the campaign.

Also new this year, for the first time in 10 years, Operation Red Nose Kingston will be operating for 11 nights, between 9 p.m. and 3 a.m. The service will be available on November 25 and 26, as well as December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 22, 23 and 31.

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The McGuinty government brought even more chaos into the electricity generation world with the Green Energy Act. In order to spur on the development of green energy, the province offered to pay up to 80 cents per Kwh for electricity generated by wind and solar projects. They did not consider the fact that residents might not want wind turbines in their back yard, that turbines would be built in migratory bird flight paths, and that residents might not want to have their property surrounded by solar panels. This lack of forethought caused no ends of distress in rural Kingston and the surrounding districts.

Realising that Ontario could not actually afford to pay for this expensive green energy, The Wynne Government decided to cancel all future green energy programs, leaving 1,000 Megawatts worth of projects in the lurch. Just wait for the lawsuits.

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News best of players leading

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Junior Hockey Championships when three pre-competition games take the ice at the Roger’s K-Rock Centre in December.

On Friday, Nov. 18, Hockey Canada and the Royal Bank of

Canada (RBC) announced the three games that will take place here in the Limestone City, with Team Canada World Juniors legend Wendel Clark on hand to unveil the sched-

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The RBC Road to the World Juniors pre-competition tour will see the Kingston Frontenacs host the games – one during the day

and two in the evening – and bring world-class hockey to Kingston once again.

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On Tuesday, Dec. 20, Denmark will take on Russia at 12 p.m., a game that will see a huge number of local students fill the seats at the K-Rock Centre, said Justin Chenier, executive director of business operations for the Kingston Frontenacs.

“Since 2008, over 15,000 fans have witnessed the best Junior Hockey players in the world through the Road to the World Juniors at Rogers K-Rock Centre,” Chenier said.

“We’re doing something a little bit different this year with one of these games, and I think it’s going to be the first time school kids will come and see a World Junior Division game… Rog-

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Kingston woman organizing races to benefit the neurosurgery department that ‘saved her life’ TORI STAFFORD toristafford@metroland.com

News - How do you ever repay someone who saved your life?

2009.

"After my surgery, I brought [my doctor] in a card and a cheese basket because I was thinking 'what do you do for somebody who saves your life?'" Tozer recalled with a laugh.

"On the card, I remember writing 'I don't know how I'm ever going to be able to repay you, but thank you for saving my life.'"

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This is something Kyla Tozer asked herself countless times following the successful removal of a meningioma brain tumour she was diagnosed with in the summer of

ple, either. What was supposed to be a four-hour surgery turned into an eight-hour surgery when it was discovered that her tumour was wrapped around both the major artery supplying blood to the right side of her brain, and one of her optic nerves.

In the middle of her operation, Tozer's surgeon, Dr. Ronald Pokrupa, came into the waiting room to reassure her parents the surgery was going well despite the complications. His calm, humble and straightforward demeanour gave Tozer's family the same sense of confidence Tozer had felt since the moment she met Pokrupa, she

explained.

After seeing countless doctors and specialists since she was 16 years old for the intense headaches she often experienced, Tozer was filled with a newfound confidence when she finally found herself with a doctor who offered her answers.

"He just walked into the room, and I remember this clear as day, he just dropped the disc down on the desk and was like 'Well, this has got to come out,'" Tozer explained, smiling as she recalled the moment.

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Students in Patricia Ryan’s Grade 6 class at St. Martha Catholic School spent each day from Nov. 14 to 18 at the Military Communications and Electronics Museum at CFB Kingston. Taking the learning experience outside the classroom, the students heard from members of the Communications and Electronics Branch of the Canadian Army, as well as researchers from the Centre for In-

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Because of its location, St. Martha Catholic School has a large population of military families, which is precisely why Ryan felt the museum would be a great experience for her students, she explained.

“I thought it would be great to make that connection for the kids, and just to recognize the contributions that the military has Students from Patricia Ryan’s grade six class made to what makes at St. Martha Catholic School spend time dis- Kingston unique,” cussing a monument and the medals they just Ryan said, explaining learned about at the Military Communications that throughout the and Electronics Museum on Wednesday, Nov. week, the students’ 16. The students spent the entire week at the homework consisted museum as part of Beyond Classrooms pro- of discussing what gramming that takes students and teachers they learned each day with their families. out into the community for focused week-long “I’ve had lots of learning. good feedback from Tori Stafford/Metroland parents that the students go well beyond the 15-20 minutes I’ve told them to talk. They’re definiteContinued from page 18 ly loving it.”

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"And I was like 'Yes! Finally!

Somebody who knows!' He just knew what it was. He said 'This is exactly what you have. Don't make any life decisions for the next five years, and we'll get you in before I go on vacation.'"

Pokrupa was leaving for vacation the following weekend, and within the week, Tozer was on the operating table.

Tozer credits the neurosurgery program at KGH for both the life-saving surgery and the exemplary care she received before and after. There is no basic plan for recovery following an acquired brain injury, as each patient responds differently, but being in the care of the staff and doctors she trusted was a tremendous help for her, Tozer explained.

"Any part in the clinic that I went to, it was such a comforting feeling after the surgery," she said, noting that she experienced memory loss and a complete change in her life direction following her operation.

"His nurse practitioner called me on the phone once a week to make sure I was fine after the surgery. They were so great."

By January of 2011, Tozer found what many brain injury patients find when she discovered the therapeutic effects of running. Her cousin convinced

her to try running as a means of getting in shape and focusing energy, and Tozer threw herself into the sport fully - she signed up for a half-marathon without having ever run before, and, despite the monumental challenge it posed, she experienced a feeling she'd been searching for for a very long time.

"When I am running, I am in control. I can turn left, I can turn right, I can go straight. I can stop. I can go faster and I can slow down. I'm the one who's in control," she said, noting that a lot of brain injury patients benefit from running because they have no control over what's happening for so long, it's refreshing to feel that sense of control over something so positive.

"And there is nothing like the feeling after finishing a race. There's this overwhelming adrenaline and excitement and you're so fulfilled when you've finished. You see people crying at the finish line, and it's such a great feeling."

Since she started running, Tozer's life has changed in more ways than one. She weighed just over 200 lbs when she started running, and has lost about 80 lbs. She met her now boyfriend, Kevin, at a clinic hosted by The Running Room, where she now works.

Tozer has a great addiction to running, and it's something she aims to share with others.

That's why, when she and her moth-

er were discussing the idea of hosting a race here in Kingston, Tozer immediately knew where she wanted the proceeds to go.

"I said to my mom 'The only way I would ever put together a race is if we gave the money to Dr. Pokrupa,'" she said, laughing as she recalled her mother's response to her instant decision.

"The moment that we decided to do the race, I knew neurosurgery was the first and only department I would want to do that for. Plus, they don't get enough recognition!"

Tozer is now in the midst of planning the inaugural Neuro Half Marathon and 5 km race, set for May 7, 2017 in the west end of Kingston.

She is working with both the University Hospitals Kingston Foundation and Kingston General Hospital to organize the event, and has received massive support, both from major national sponsors like The Running Room and Best Buy, and from the community and local businesses, such as Tony Deodato & Sons, who have donated everything for a full pasta dinner following the run.

Beyond that, fellow brain injury patients are reaching out to Tozer and sharing their stories and support for her initiative to raise funds and awareness for the importance of neurosurgery and mental health services.

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"It's been so amazing," she said.

"I never thought that people would respond to my story, I just wanted to build a race and knew exactly where I wanted the funds to go!"

For Dr. Pokrupa and Dr. Chris Wallace, the current head of neurosurgery at KGH, Tozer's efforts have not gone unnoticed.

"I was excited to learn of this event to raise the profile of Neurosurgery in Kingston. Kyla approached us and impressed Dr. Wallace and I with her tremendous enthusiasm and energy," Pokrupa said.

"Kyla's good outcome is particularly gratifying to me, as her tumour was in a critical area where it endangered her life and vision. It is one of the real rewards of my specialty to have patients who come through such challenging diseases and return to a full and vital life."

Neurosurgery hasn't traditionally received a lot of attention from the public, Pokrupa expressed, making fundraising events like the Neuro Half Marathon and 5 km race important to continuing the excellent care the program provides.

"There is always a need for new equipment and programs to aid surgical care and facilitate treatment of brain tumors and other neurosurgical conditions. Some of these conditions are rare but have life changing

implications," he said.

"Kyla's story is a happier one, but it still illustrates the lifelong impact that even a benign brain tumour can have."

Dr. Wallace underlined the importance of the support, noting that the neurosurgery program at KGH sees about 2800 ambulatory patients annually and performs 700 surgical procedures per year, serving patients from all over Southeastern Ontario.

What's more, he expressed, is the feeling he and his team experience when a patient displays their gratitude as Tozer has in saying publically the KGH neurosurgery team "saved her life."

"I think it makes everyone feel good when a patient says that," Wallace said.

"Things like that help us emotionally cope when some patients cannot be saved."

Registration for the Neuro Half Marathon and 5km race is currently open, and Tozer is encouraging everyone to come out regardless of running experience. To register, visit www.runningroom.com/hm/ and search for Kingston in the 'Races' section. To find out more about the race and Kyla's story, check out the Facebook page at www.facebook. com/Neurohalf/.

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the coroner? Apparently, misery loves company, it's a long slug till spring kids, see you on the other side. I've mentioned this before Brian, my favourite slick trick is to find a piece of vinyl, punch holes in the corners, bungee-cord it to your rims and door latch, cover your windshield and keep a bucket in the back seat for snowy/ icy days. Roll it up and stuff it in the bucket. It ain't pretty, it ain't "cool" but it beats scraping your windshield."

Bruce Williamson "Hi Brian, If you're driving down an icy hill, don't touch the brakes. Instead, put the car in low gear and take your foot off the gas. It's amazing how much that simple trick will slow down the vehicle.

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Early Years Centre: Important for growth of Wolfe Island community

BY MARGARET KNOTT

The Township of Frontenac Islands was called upon to commit to permanent baseline funding for the Early Years program on Wolfe Island as a locally run, locally funded, and locally responsive amenity for for young children and their families which it is now. Or, alternatively to seek full provincial funding (with pending dates) and recognition for a permanent rebranded Early Years Centre (EYC) to an “Early Years and Family Centre” in the community. at their November council meeting.

The EYC program has been available on the island for over 14 years providing structured activities and support for infant and preschool children, and playing an essential role in bringing together parents / grand parents and caregivers.

Presently averaging 50 persons, children & caregivers per week.

The township now supports the program with an annual grant of $10,000 from the Amenities Fund, with the EYC fundraising to meet their present $14,000 budget “most of which supports the salary of a part time co-ordinator who provides support and the essential mandated pro-

grams of an EYC ,” said Sarah Greenwood, present on behalf of the EYC. “We will raise the other $4000.” Sarah noted that they had cut the co-ordinator’s hours to half days Monday to Friday reducing costs “In option one you were asking for $11,000, I was happy to consider that,” Mayor Doyle said. Not missing a beat Greenwood said, ”we will take it.”

Following was a reminder that all requests for funding must be submitted to council in advance of 2017 budget discussions. Based on the information regarding the provincial review of EYC’s , as Family Centres and funding options, municipal staff will work with the “Wolfe Island Early Years Centre” to submit a funding application to the province, at the same time the budget request for $11,000 from the Amenities Fund will be considered for the coming year.

2. Division Street Costs: Costs for Marysville’s Division Street construction were higher than the budgeted $364, 000.

Public Works Manager Rob Dillabough told council the job was tendered and came 50% higher than for neighbouring municipalities, particularly for asphalt.

($160 a tonne here as compared to $90 on the mainland). Division Street paving was included as part of the overall plan for a seniors apartment complex on Wolfe Island.

The township added extra items to the project; a sidewalk at $9,300, a culvert pipe into a rock change order at $21,000, and a final change order at $4,700 for a drainage culvert at the Community Centre grounds. This brought the total cost, including $35,000 engineering/survey costs, to an overall total of $424,700, which is $60,686 over the revised budget.

Council authorized the transfer of $ 60,686 from the Wolfe Island Equipment Reserve to balance the Division Street budget.

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Frontenac Islands has endorsed the Zorra Township resolution, that the current Ontario Accommodation and Review process of Rural Public Schools is not reflective of the reality of rural school and community life. School closures impact single-school, small rural communities in all educational, social and economic aspects to a far greater degree than impacts in multi-school urban communities, and for those reasons, the Township of Frontenac Islands

requests the Minister of Education initiate an immediate moratorium on the Accommodation Review Process, until such time as a review of the above mentioned impacts on small rural communities, such as Wolfe Island (Frontenac Islands), are considered.

4. Frontenac Islands will submit an application $18,6520 to the Frontenac County Eco Tourism initiative on behalf of the Howe Island Trail, a community asset used by runners, walkers, bikers etc., to upgrade the trail and make it more accessible to seniors by refining its surface, providing resting benches, gates at each of the 3 roadway entrances and a small 6 car parking lot off the road.

In other business: Councillor Grant extended thanks to all involved and in attendance at the Remembrance Day Service at the WI Fire Hall. Councillor Springgay wants consideration during the budget to organizing a 150th Celebration and involving all of the township’s community groups.

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Brigadier General David Paterson brought to the WI remembrance Service the name of another veteran, Frederick Leonard Davis, born on WI in 1895, who farmed in Joyceville, enlisted in 1916, with the PPCLI in 1918, in the thick of action at Amiens, Arras and the Hindenburg Line and Canal de Nord near Cambrai, and was struck down Oct. 10 1918, and buried one month before the war ended. He is commemorated on the Gananoque War Memorial.

“We take this time to recall the hundreds of Wolfe Islanders who answered the call in the 1st, 2nd, & Korean wars, the Cold War , and in Afghanistan… We will remember them,” David said.

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Regi goes under the sea Regi’s enchanting stage craft is back, and this year it’s another first as they produce The Little Mermaid. Last year they became the first theatrical company in the region to stage Mary Poppins.

The Disney movie The Little Mermaid, released in 1989, was a huge success. It was ripe for a stage version, which launched previews on Broadway in November 2007, officially opening on January 19, 2008. The production also propelled the career of Sierra Boggess in the role of Ariel. Boggess has gone on to further fame in such roles as Christine Daaé in The Phantom of the Opera.

Each year, when November rolls around, I start to look forward to the Regiopolis-Notre Dame theatrical production, hands down one of the best you’ll see in the region. The combined efforts of drama teacher Stephen Powell and music director Hugh Johnston consistently work magic.

The choice of this year’s show was a good fit for a high school, explained Johnston.

“Teens growing up and finding their place in the world even when it may mean a drastic or radical change and potentially disappointing your parents and family along the way,” he

said. “Howard Ashman’s line in Part of Your World, ‘ready to stand,’ as a metaphor embodies that time. As I get to know the play better, I appreciate the genius of Ashman’s lyrics.”

Again this year, Regi has brought in choreographer extraordinaire Sue Del-Mei. In a recent rehearsal she danced dozens of actors through steps far more complicated than necessary. But it’s these extra touches that put Regi’s shows a notch above the norm.

Del-Mei said the show is based on the Disney movie.

“The focus is on mermaid Ariel who falls in love with a human from another world,” she said. “There are two worlds throughout the show: the land and under the sea. I work mostly with the underwater characters on movement, using spicy Caribbean-style music. Right now we’re experimenting with how fish move and we’re playing with having to swim on stage. It’s fun experimenting with seeing how different someone’s movement is under water versus how a creature walks on land. I love seeing how this thinking sinks into students.”

Del-Mei has even choreographed a tap dance number for seagulls in the cast.

“It’s always a challenge with a high school show with a giant cast and how to place them on stage,” she said. “This show has added space needs because costumes have giant tails and fins. Once we figure out how we’re fitting them on stage, it is going to be beautiful to watch.” Choreographer Sue Del-Mei, right, leads the cast of The Little Mermaid in rehearsal at Continued on page 4

Regiopolic-Notre Dame Catholic High School. At left is Emma Battel, who plays the role of Ariel. The show runs in the first week of December. Tickets are available through the school’s main office. Mark Bergin/Metroland

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Regi goes under the sea sand Islands Playhouse) and some rather amazing community theatre groups producing multiple shows per theatre season.

The usual reason I go to a high school play or musical is because I have an offspring or a friend’s child in the show. Not so for Regi. I’ve been attending the school’s annual productions for more than a decade simply because of the consistent quality. From Fiddler on the Roof or A Christmas Carol to Guys and Dolls or Mary Poppins, there has never been a letdown performance at Regi.

I’ve said this many times, but each year when Regi loses some top notch actors to graduation, I wonder how She said the audience can expect they will pull off another stunner of an amazing show, from the vocals to a show. the staging.

Sure enough, year after year, “It’s pretty much Broadway Powell and Johnston bring out the standard,” she said. “By the time it best in their cast, crew and orchesopens, we will have been working on tra. it for almost three months. They’ve This year’s casting was not an accomplished so much in such a easy call. Powell and musical dishort time.” rector Johnston found they had In Kingston, we are fortunate to two ideal candidates for the role of have such a high level of professional Flounder. Even after call-backs it theatre (Theatre Kingston, Perth’s was too close to decide, so they did Classic Theatre Festival, and Thousomething they’ve never done before: double cast the role. Michaela van der Hoeven and Madeline Budd play the role of Flounder or perform in the ensemble in alternate shows.

The other roles that provided a difficult decision were those of Ariel and Ursula. Holly Crowson and Emma Battel were toss-ups for the leads.

“It was a hard choice,” said Powell. “Both Holly and Emma are fantastic singers. Holly is an amazing dancer. When she was singing in the call back for Ariel, you could see her moving and flowing like a mermaid.

Either of them could have played Ariel. But either couldn’t play Ursula. After seeing the dark edge Holly could add to a role last year in Mary Poppins, we knew she could handle Ursula.”

It’s an interesting role for the young actor. She’s a bright and lovely young woman who I can’t imagine having a mean cell in her entire beEmma Battel (Ariel), left, Zach Betts (Sebastian), and choreographer ing, yet here she is playing the nasty Sue Del-Mei in rehearsals for Regi’s The Little Mermaid. The show runs Ursula in The Little Mermaid. That in the first week of December. Tickets are available through the Regiop- speaks highly to her acting, as well olis-Notre Dame Catholic High School main office. Mark Bergin/Metroland as singing skills. It’s no coincidence Continued from page 3

that this young woman is also a principal dancer in The Street Ballerinas Performance Art Project and is often cast in the role of Odile (The Black Swan) in Swan Lake-themed performances.

So, as Ursula, Holly Crowson gets to don her mean girl cloak again.

“Playing Ursula is a lot of fun,” she said. “It’s challenging to take on this character, and to try to see things from her perspective. It’s really neat to be able to act with the other cast members in a different way than I’d normally act. The script is really hilarious. It’s a blast working in this show.”

Emma Battel confirms Holly Crowson’s positive influence, despite her dark role.

“It’s nice working with Holly,” said Emma. “She knows how to do that dark side and we work well together. She’s fun to be around.”

Emma is not new to the stage.

She had a vastly different role in last year’s Mary Poppins, playing Miss Euphemia Andrew, a sinister and tyrannical nanny and major antagonist in the show, and a polar opposite role from this year’s Ariel.

She said she grew up playing piano and started taking singing lessons while in Grade 8.

“Mainly singing is my thing,” she said. “I was in Cantabile for years. There are so many videos of me around

the house singing. With piano, I experienced a lot of stage fright. With singing I don’t get that as much. It’s so personal, but singing in front of a lot of people makes me more confident.”

The role of Prince Eric provides Mitchell Bruce an opportunity to play a different kind of male lead.

“It’s often looked at that a man has to ‘man up’ and not feel pain or emotion,” he said. “But in this role, I’m able to play it with emotion. There’s a point where he’s got this very distraught feeling wondering how to go about finding this person he’s so enthralled with. The role lets go of many of the norms you’re brought up with as a man.”

And if you need one last reason to see this show, Mitchell Bruce has the clincher: “Have you ever seen a real live mermaid? This is a once in a lifetime opportunity.”

The Little Mermaid will be playing at Regi in the first week of December. For tickets, contact the Regi office at 613-545-1902.

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News – The success of the 2016 North American Police Equestrian Championships held here in Kingston will directly benefit countless charities and agencies throughout the area.

On Wednesday, Nov. 16, Kingston Police

announced the United Way of Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington (KFL&A) as the charity of choice to receive all proceeds from the North American Police Equestrian Championships (NAPEC), which Kingston Police hosted at the former Kingston Penitentiary over four days in September of this year.

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Representatives from the local United Way received a cheque from Kingston Police for $20,000 on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016. The funds were all raised through the North American Police Equestrian Championships, hosted by Kingston Police Earlier this year.

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What now? Post-election moving forward the man who was doing anything to become President. There’s no figuring out some of the negative things that poured from his mouth. If he hadn’t lost people yet, I don’t know why making fun of a disabled man (long before some of the other outrageous things he said and did) didn’t instantly put him out of the race.

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This all takes me back to a blog I wrote a few years ago after seeing the band Playing for Change.

From my blog: I gave up on politics long ago and have maintained that it is the musician, the actor, the artist, not politicians, who will change the world.

Truth – an unknown in politics – is spoken on the streets (not on the computer or TV) by the troubadours moving from neighborhood street to street, town to town, across countries, borders. The Playing For Change Band, with members from several countries, performed at the John Lennon Tribute Concert in New York City. Awe. Passion. My skepticism disappeared.

We really are back in Medieval days, and the travelling bards bring us news and stories the government “royalty” do not wish us to know.

Corporate media (radio, TV, print), corporate recording acts with expensive contracts, corporate politicians only bring us what their corrupt world wants us to hear. For the truth we must listen to music. Watch the stage. Read the poems. Imagine.

CBC, CNN, Fox News: none of

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these bring us unbiased truth. Each gives us slanted stories to fit their narrative while getting our adrenaline flowing to get more clicks on their websites.

Politicians only vote for change when they feel the heat at their feet.

It is time for visual and performing artists, educators and health-care professionals, and moms and dads to catalyze change for the better.

Politicians only think in four-year segments. Let’s make them worry about getting re-elected. Let’s make our views known through our words and actions.

So what’s next? I simply do not know. I do know that watching the news and ranting will solve nothing.

Caring and action will.

Always care. Let our actions be kind and caring, but assertive and clear.

I’ll end on another Margaret Mead quote (this one non-disputed) : “Never depend upon institutions or government to solve any problem.

All social movements are founded by, guided by, motivated and seen through by the passion of individuals.”

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At the family and community level, what do you tell children who have heard some of the vulgar things emanating from Trumpdom? And for a start, why was the TV on where the kids could hear these things in the first place, but that’s another rant?

But what to say? “Well, kids, you see this is how rape culture functions.”

As we move into the weeks and Hardly. It continues the negative. For months following the election of that matter, what do you tell kids Donald Trump, concerns linger. I’m about some of the ugly things not going to touch on his outrageous hailing from Clinton land, comcomments here. I believe many of ments that generalize an entire them simply spewed from the gob of section of the population as deplorable?

As for Clinton, who cares, she’s toast. But regarding Trump, how about: “I don’t agree with things this man has said and done. Many of these things are very bad. Let’s not focus on those things. Instead, let’s try to build a better world.”

How am I contributing to that world? How are you contributing to the world? Are you offering your time and effort in volunteer hours to any of the many organizations in our community that could use your help? How about financial donations to worthy causes? Letter writing campaigns in support of social causes?

Not into letter writing or working with groups? There are lots of other options I loved hearing about Emma Watson’s project, wandering around the New York subway system, leaving copies of Maya Angelou’s books in random places. That’s guerrilla activism in action in a positive way. Insulting no one, at minimal cost, and working for positive social change.

I keep coming back to what to tell the children about the man who says bad things and in the manner of a common bully makes fun of people who are different from him.

When it all seems overwhelming and hopeless and perhaps you are feeling, “What difference can I, one person, make?”

Margaret Mead’s quote (the oriThe writer argues that as we move beyond the American election. indigin is disputed, and to the best of vidual acts of caring as well as social action are required.

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Teddy Bears continue to benefit KGH Pediatric Unit and the families it serves TORI STAFFORD toristafford@metroland.com

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The impact is immeasurable, really. When you hear the examples provided by Tara McCallan, a mom who has spent more than her

fair share of time in the unit, the impact is obvious, but, as McCallan pointed out: "I'm just one person, we're just one family, this is just one little girl."

That little girl is Pip, 3, the inspiration behind McCallan's Happy Soul Project, and this year's poster child for the KGH Auxiliary's 2016 Teddy Bear Campaign.

When Pip was born almost four years ago, McCallan was in KGH

"Then, all of a sudden, someone came and delivered one of these bears, and my little girl lit up... I remember feeling like it was such a boost of strength that strangers, other people, thought to do this."

That moment inspired an initiative that would later become part of McCallan's Happy Soul Project: Kick-it Capes. These personalized superhero capes are delivered to children battling cancer through

We’ve had some really scary moments, and one time... you know, things were really sketchy and we weren’t sure how things would turn out, and I remember feeling just so scared.Then, all of a sudden, someone came and delivered one of these bears, and my little girl lit up... I remember feeling like it was such a boost of strength that strangers, other people, thought to do this TARA MCCALLAN

Tara McCallan at the launch of the 2016 ‘Show Children You Care’ Teddy Bear Campaign, held on Monday, Nov. 14, 2016 in the lobby of the Watkins Wing of Kingston General Hospital Tori Stafford/Metroland

when the family received the news of multiple diagnoses within Pip's first week of life: Down syndrome, congenital cataracts, and congenital heart defects. Just a week ago, Pip underwent her tenth surgery since then, and, as McCallan said, "we walk these hospital halls all the time, and I know these hallways inside and out."

For that reason, there is perhaps no one better than McCallan to speak to the importance of the Teddy Bear Campaign. "[A] significant moment for me in KGH was during one of Pip's many surgeries. We've had some really scary moments, and one time... you know, things were really sketchy and we weren't sure how things would turn out, and I remember feeling just so scared," McCallan said at the launch of the 2016 Teddy Bear Campaign.

Happy Soul Project, and have now been given to about 4,000 children worldwide, McCallan said.

"They were inspired because of these," she said, patting one of the 2016 Teddy Bear Campaign teddy bears. "The reason we do that is because of that boost that you guys provided for us."

McCallan was speaking at the launch of the 2016 'Show Children You Care' Teddy Bear Campaign, held on Monday, Nov. 14, 2016 in the lobby of the Watkins Wing of the hospital. Founded by the KGH Auxiliary, the campaign has long been supported by the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 560 and the Branch 560 Ladies Auxiliary, but this year, both organizations signed on as financial partners and their support will cover the cost of the campaign, including the purchase of the bears.

"Their generous contribution makes it possible for all of the proceeds from the campaign to buy much needed equipment," said Alberta Saunders, KGH Auxiliary Teddy Bear Committee member.

"That's really significant. Every dollar that comes into the campaign will go towards purchasing equipment for the pediatric unit."

The 2016 campaign is raising funds for two new larger-sized crib beds and one Ritter 230 Hi-Lo exam table for the unit, Saunders explained, and, as always, with the sponsorship of a teddy bear, the donor has the option to donate that teddy bear back to the campaign to be distributed to those children receiving care in the pediatric unit.

"By sponsoring a bear for $100, you will help enhance the care to the children through the purchase of new pediatric equipment," Saunders expressed, noting that this year's bear is named Huggles "As an added bonus, you can provide comfort and companionship to children who are receiving treatment in the pediatric program in the form of a cuddly teddy bear."

The 2016 Teddy Bear Campaign runs until Wednesday, Dec. 21 with the goal of raising the $20,000 necessary to purchase the equipment, through the sponsorship of 200 teddy bears. To find out more, visit www.kgh.on.ca/kghconnect.

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Coins had a ‘Come easy, go easy’ fate for this special treat The winter Eaton's catalogue had arrived. The mailman left it in our mailbox. It was fat and shiny with a woman wearing a bright red coat on the cover. It

was sitting on the kitchen table when I got home from school.

I couldn't wait until supper was over, the kitchen redded up, and the red and white checked oilcloth wiped clean. My sister Audrey knew what was ahead, and though she wasn't nearly excited as I was, she too, would be pouring over each page, from the fashions in the front, to the corsets, the Christmas decorations and candy, and the tools and farm items at the back. The old catalogue, dog-eared, with pages torn out where neces-

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"Enough of that page," Audrey said. She was ready to move on. I shoved the book over to Mother sitting at the end of the table working on her diaries. "If I took all the pennies out of the corner of my hanky, do you think we could take some out of the egg-money to add to them, and maybe buy one of those little pails of candy?" I figured it was worth a try. Mother looked at the page, ran the tips of her fingers over the candy pictures, and in the lowest of voices said, "I don't see why not." Well!! Father shook his head, my three brothers, let war hoops out of them that could be heard in Arnprior, Audrey was pouring over the page to see what pail to pick, and I thought I was going to cry!

It seemed like only a few days before the candy arrived on a Saturday, C.O.D., Mother paying the mailman with a handful of coins, and the fight was on to see who would open the parcel. Mother settled that by opening it herself.

And there is was, a shiny pail of Christmas candy and the holiday weeks away! The excitement wasn't to end there. Just before we were to head upstairs to bed, Mother said she could see nothing wrong with opening the pail and giving each of us just one to taste! I picked a green and white striped one, and Audrey looked

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for and found a cinnamon one, with the brothers, so anxious to get a taste, just grabbing one off the top and popping it into their mouths.

Well, having a piece of the Christmas candy every night before we went to bed became a ritual, and it wasn't long until we could see the bottom of the pail.

We knew there wasn't a hope of getting another order of candy from Eaton's catalogue.

And then the pail was empty.

All that remained was a dusting of sugar in the bottom, which Emerson scooped up by licking the end of his finger and running it around the inside bottom of the pail. Audrey said the pail would be good for picking raspberries the next summer.

We were all sitting around the kitchen table as usual when the last candy was eaten, with Christmas more than a month away.

Mother was at her diaries, and was no doubt thinking about the coins taken out of the egg money in the blue sugar bowl to pay for the candy. The pail sat empty in the middle of the table. Father never took his eyes off the Ottawa Farm Journal, but we all heard him say, "Come easy, go easy."

We knew he wasn't talking about the candy, but the coins taken out of the egg money to pay for it.

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Kingston Police donate NAPEC proceeds to local United Way Continued from page 5

The event was one of four Kingston Police has hosted this year to mark their 175th anniversary, and was an incredible success, thanks to the countless volunteers and organizers who helped make the event happen, said Kingston Police Chief Gilles Larochelle, calling NAPEC a “very, very special event.”

“Our charity of choice that we identified as a committee was the United Way, certainly a group within this community that supports a lot of other local charities,” Rochelle said as he announced the fundraising total.

“I am certainly pleased to announce on behalf of the group that we’ve raised $20,000.”

On hand from the United Way of KFL&A, Heather Hayhow, campaign director, and Desiree Kennedy, government sector chair on the campaign cabinet, both expressed gratitude and congratulations to Kingston Police for their successful event and their 175th anniversary.

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“What an incredible event, and the fact that it raised $20,000, that is unbelievable, and I want you to know the difference that is going to make right here in Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington.”

Hayhow expressed that the funds would go towards a variety of local organizations that help the community, from ensuring “students won’t have to go to school and try to learn while hungry”, to helping “the most vulnerable in our community to have somewhere to turn if they need a warm meal or some additional support.”

“Not only do you give back through your financial support, but Kingston Police have also been involved with the United Way through so many different volunteer opportunities, as well,” she said.

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Local author launches new book examining an unlikely friendship and the beauty of storytelling

BY TORI STAFFORD tstafford@metroland.com

News – Everyone has a story to tell, but sometimes it is how that story is told that allows the true beauty of it to shine through – This is the philosophy that led local author, Jan Miller, to completing her second book.

“One of the things I believe is that you can either tell a terrible story of your life, in which case you’ll want to jump off a bridge, or you can make that story a better story,” the Verona-based author said.

“It still can be true, it can just have a better presentation to it… maybe you got wisdom out of your difficulties in some way.”

Miller’s second book, Wilfred and Me, takes a real and honest look at the story of Michael Wilfred Turcotte, a man who grew up in one of Ontario’s hospital schools without the necessary education or therapy to help him cope with being deaf. The book is based on the true story of how Miller and Turcotte met, and how they continued to meet, as both of their lives evolved. It brings to light the resilience Turcotte is forced to summon after being deprived

of communication and education, and his eventual move into the workforce, thanks to a friendship unlike any other.

Miller met Turcotte in the 1970s when she moved to Picton to work at the brand new Prince Edward Heights facility for those with developmental delays. The facility had small houses to allow residents a sense of independent living, and was indicative of a shift in thinking about best practices in dealing with those patients normally homed in large institutions such as the Rideau Regional Centre in Smiths Falls, originally called Ontario Hospital School, and the Huronia Regional Centre in Orillia for developmentally disabled children.

Turcotte was one of the many patients brought to Picton from these larger institutions to receive care at a new unit at Prince Edward Heights reserved for the deaf. Before this point, Turcotte had no experience with sign language and was unable to communicate. Miller, on the other hand, had just received a “crash course” in the language and dealing with the deaf after deaf graduates from Gallaudet University for the deaf in Washington, DC, were brought in to train those in Ontario for the first time.

“Months later, we were all experts,” and then, I didn’t fit, I have my own Miller said with a laugh, noting that it issues that made me a little odd, so I Continued on page 21 is always when one thinks they’re an think, you know, he kind of caught my expert that they realize how much they attention early on,” she said. have to learn.

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FUNERAL SERVICES

FUNERAL SERVICES

FUNERAL SERVICES

HELP WANTED

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THE CATARAQUI CEMETERY COMPANY ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF INTERMENT RIGHTS HOLDERS and NOMINATIONS Cruickshank Construction, a leading road builder and aggregate supplier located in Ontario has openings for On-Call and Spare combination snow plow/salter drivers with an AZ/DZ license in the following locations: t t t t

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Brockville Carleton Place Johnstown Kemptville

Pursuant to the Act of Incorporation and the bylaws of The Cataraqui Cemetery Company, Interment Rights Holders are hereby given notice of the Annual General Meeting and that a slate of 5 candidates has been prepared by the Board of Trustees for the election of trustees at that meeting. Additional nominations from the membership are welcome. Nomination forms are available at the Cemetery office and must be returned to the Cemetery office on or before 5pm, December 1st 2016. Nominations shall not be taken from the floor of the A.G.M.

Camden East Crosby Kingston Lansdowne

In addition to the routine business to be conducted at the A.G.M., members will be asked to:

We offer a competitive hourly rate of pay and weekly on-call bonus.

Candidates must live within 30 minutes of one of the cities listed above.

t Confirm By-Law #2 and By-Law #3; revised as required by the Bereavement Authority of Ontario. t Approve an amendment made to By-Law #1, Section 3.2 t Approve an application for continuance of the corporation under Section 312.(1) of the Ontario Corporations Act.

To apply please send your resume to chr11@cruickshankgroup.com or Fax to # 613-542-3034 no later than December 9, 2016.

Kingston’s Original Cost Effective Cremation

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LIMESTONE CREMATION SERVICES

Copies of the by-laws and the application are available for review at the Cemetery office.

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Including arranging cremation, documentation and administration, facilities to shelter your loved one, transfer from place of death within 50 km’s and then to crematorium, basic cremation container, Coroner’s fee, cremation fee, basic urn and applicable taxes.

HELP WANTED

The meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, January 2nd, 2017, at the Seniors Centre, 56 Francis St., Kingston. Registration begins at 5:30pm. Please contact the Cemetery at 613-546-6545 if you plan to attend and require confirmation of your status as an Interment Rights Holder or wish for more information .

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Call 613.546.8885 to place your Business Directory ad Deadline is Wed. at 4pm.

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Collette ~ Ireland, Italy & more • Wednesday, Nov. 2nd Join us for our Travel Evening • 6:30pm - 8.00pm Isabel Turner Branch of the KFP Library 935 Gardiners Road - Just behind the Cat Centre

Collette tours and vacations are one‐of‐a‐kind.

Choose from a wide variety of amazing travel destinations.

Please RSVP! 613-389-8170 • clocktower@maritimetravel.ca Or drop by our office at 835 Norwest Road - Clocktower Plaza

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High Road Maintenance is a complete highway maintenance and project management services company. We are currently seeking the following permanent full-time position based out of our Kingston, Ontario location.

Contract Manager – Highway Maintenance Qualifications and Attributes t Candidates with a post-secondary degree or diploma in Engineering or Construction Management with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a project management or a supervisory role preferred t Experience with Ministry of Transportation (MTO) contract administration and previous experience working within MTO Area Maintenance contracts is preferred t Proficiency in planning and scheduling, resource management, budgeting and cost control, communications and adherence to quality, safety and environmental management programs t The ability and willingness to move between a hands-on, roll up the sleeves style and a managerial approach to getting the job done both in the field and office setting t Must possess sound knowledge of OHSA and Book 7 requirements Key Responsibilities t Ensure safe, profitable and successful delivery of all operational commitments of the contract to meet or exceed customers’ expectations t Responsible for all aspects of project administration including budget, cost tracking, scheduling, resource utilization, invoicing, documentation and sub-contractor agreements t Continuously monitor operations against desired contract outcomes and troubleshoot as required. t Effectively lead and manage a team to meet defined performance targets t Establish and maintain positive relationships with staff, customers and key project stakeholders t Uphold the company’s commitment to Health and Safety To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to: chr11@cruickshankgroup.com no later than December 11, 2016 www.cruickshankgroup.com Follow @KingstonRegion for local news stories, photos and exclusive web content.

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Historic Castleton Town Hall Just 7 Minutes Straight North of Hwy 401 Exit 497 (Big Apple, Colborne) Featuring the Estate of Marion Hagen of Cobourg Plus Selected Quality Items From other Local Estates Preview from 8:30 Sale Day and Sat 12-3 Art, Antiques, Estate Jewelry to incl.10kt-14kt Gold,Gold Coins, Art Glass,First Nations & Inuit, Early Porcelain and Pottery, Primitives, Vintage Clothing and Textiles, Rare Books, Vintage Advertising, Collectibles, Furniture.

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Saving our planet, one item at a time! ~ Prime Location w/ a Successful History ~ Evenson Heating has been Arnprior’s choice for Heating & Air conditioning service for over 40 years. This 2nd generation family business is now retiring. They have valued your loyal patronage & have appreciated your confidence over the years. They take this opportunity to Thank Everyone.

Featuring a 75’x75’ lot (+/-) w/ a frame bldg w/ steel roof.

Showroom, office, workshop & storage. Services include 100 amps on fuses, Heil central air conditioner, natural gas F/A furnace (’05). On town water/sewer. Detached steel sided/roofed 20’x30’ (+/-) garage. Circular drive. Zoned MUC (Mixed Use Commercial). There is a ton of potential w/ this property. With a small amount of remodelling you can own/operate your own lucrative business. Taxes $ 5364.00 (+/-). Plan 7E Pt Lot 1. The seller has agreed to accept the highest bid without reserve, regardless of price.

For private viewing, terms & conditions please call our office at 613-267-6027 or 613-326-0461.

Whether you are a professional or hobbyist, this auction sale offers good tinsmithing & sheet metal tools to outfit your shop. Note: Cash or Cheque Only.

Terms on Chattels: Cash or Cheque Only – No Catering “Large Listing Ran Last Week�

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

ALL THE NEWS THAT’S FIT TO POST...ONLINE!

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REGIONAL ROUNDUP

A regional roundup of the events going on within the Greater Kingston Area

39 Club of Kingston - Friday, Nov. 25. Music by Shylo at Matt’s Place, Legion 631, Main Hall at 4034 Bath Rd. at Collins Bay. 7:30 to 11:00 p.m.

Singles and couples welcome. $10 ($8 for members) ,Q *RRG 7DVWH LV D ÀQH GLQLQJ H[perience for single seniors and will meet at Bella Bistro, 4050 Bath Rd at 5:30PM on Nov. 25. If interested to attend, please contact Norma at 613542-3622 or Nicole at 613-634-1966.

Odessa Nifty Quilters are holding an auction at the Odessa Fair Grounds on County Road # 6 on Monday, Nov. 28.

Viewing is at 7 p.m. with the auction starting at 7:30 p.m. All proceeds are being donated to the Odessa Lions Club Christmas Hampers. The auction will include table runners, wall hangings, Christmas stockings, an assortment of small handmade items and quilts.

Trinity United Church in Elginburg will be holding their annual Christmas Craft and Bake Sale on Saturday, Nov. 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. We will have many crafters offering their wares and our wonderful home baked goodies. If you wish to rent a table, please contact Bev Stanley at 613-546-6998.

Christmas Bazaar, Christ Church Cataraqui. 990 Sydenham Road. Saturday, Nov. 26, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Crafts, home baking, Christmas White Elephant and Book tables Early bird - $2 Lunch $6.50 For information call 613-5455858 Christmas Bazaar at Princess Street United Church Nov. 26, 10 a.m. 2 p.m. Lunch: soup, sandwiches and dessert 613 546 7151 or 613 544 3259 National Day of Remembrance & Action on Violence Against Women.

Dec. 6. Vigil starting at 4:30 p.m. at HARS, 844a Princess St, Kingston.

Come show your support for local women and other women who have lost their lives through gender-based violence. Participate and show others you do not condone violence against women.

Creative Brushes annual art show and sale, Nov. 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The theme this year is Journeys Through WKH 3DLQWER[ &RPH DQG VHH KRZ RXU artists have interpreted this journey at St Paul the Apostle Catholic 1111 Taylor Kidd Blvd just west of Bayridge. There will be a free draw of original art and admission is free. For more information please call Susan at 613 386 3589 Legion 560: Friday, Nov. 25, Veterans’ dinner, for more information call the Branch at (613)548-4570 Showman’s Karaoke will entertain from 8 to 12 with $2.50 cover for non members and guests. Saturday, Nov. 26. Seniors Yard Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. All welcome.

Nov. 26 - Christmas fundraising bake craft yard and collectible sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Kingston Shriner’s Christmas Cakes are now available for purchase from any Shrine Member or at the Shrine Club.

Hours at the Club - Thursday and Friday 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. until the end of November The Frontenac Women’s Chorus led by Patty Smith and accompanied by Kate Van Allen invite you to ring in the season with special guests Toute Ensemble and Val Hamilton at the Bellrock Community Centre (6034 Leveque Road), Nov. 26 at 7:30 p.m. Admission is by donation, please also bring an item for the food bank. A Sunday Afernoon with Elvis and Johnny: Sunday, Nov. 27, 2 p.m. at Bell Rock Hall. Tickets $15 Rideau Trail Club of Kingston-Saturday Nov. 26 Gould Lake East Side Level 2, moderate pace, 10 km. Enjoy the interesting and hilly intersecting trails of the East Side. RT Map #04 Gas $3 Depart Canadian Tire Parking Lot along Bath Road at 9 am. Leader: Peter 613 634 1877. Sunday, Nov. 27 Morning Hike on K&P Rail Trail in Kingston Level 1, easy pace, about NP ([SORUH ODWHVW UDLO WUDLO GHYHOopments around Belle Park area and check out riverside and city views from Belle Mountain. Depart CanadianTire Parking Lot along Bath Road at 9.30 a.m. Gas $2. Leader: Bob 613-544-9222

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St. Andrew’s by the Lake is holding a Jingle Bell Tea and Sale on Saturday, Nov. 26, from 1 to 4 p.m., Featuring handmade crafts and a bake table.

Free admission, refreshment ticket $5 Fundraiser at/for St. Andrew’s by the Lake United Church, 1 Redden Street (Front and Days Rd). )DOO ED]DDU DQG UDIĂ H DW :HVWEURRN United Church, 3526 Princess St., Saturday, Nov. 26, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. baked goods, crafts, and “new-toyouâ€? items. Soup, biscuits and tea or coffee available for $6. Clothing depot will be open too!

O Holy Night - Join us for an evening of remembrance and meditation to honour the memory of those we love.

With music performed by the Kingston Capital Men’s Chorus. Wednesday, Nov. 30, at 7 p.m. at the Seniors Centre, 56 Francis St. Please RSVP

by Monday Nov. 28, to Maura Doyle Doylem1@kgh.kari.net or 613-542 H[W The Classic Country Music Festival and Annual Potluck will be held on Nov. 27, 1 to 4:30 p.m. at the Newburgh Hall in Newburgh. Bring your favourite dish to share following the Festival. Come out and enjoy an afternoon of dancing and great country music with the Country Sky Band and local entertainers. Open ‘Mic’. Admission is $8, entertainers are free, and a canteen will be available. All proceeds go to local community projects. Sponsored by the NewburghCamden Lions Club. Please call 613354-6528 or 613-379-9972 for more information.

St. Mark’s Anglican Church in BarULHĂ€HOG ZLOO EH KROGLQJ WKHLU DQQXDO Christmas Bazaar – “A Touch of Christmasâ€? on Saturday, Nov. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 268 Main Street, %DUULHĂ€HOG )LQG &KULVWPDV JLIWV IRU those special people in your life at our boutique table, hand-made items, or in the treasurer chest. Do drop by our home baking, preserve and candy tables to help with meals and socials.

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St. Paul’s Anglican Church Sydenham will be holding its annual soup and sandwich lunch following the Christmas Parade on Saturday, Nov. 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Adults $6 Children $3 Kingston Orchid Society event Sunday, Nov. 27, 1:30 to 4 p.m. at Seniors Centre, 56 Frances Street, Kingston in the Frontenac Room. Learn about growing H[RWLF RUFKLGV LW¡V IXQ HDV\ IDVFLQDWing. Monthly meetings, discussion and speakers. Please join us and enjoy our GLVSOD\ WDEOH RI à RZHULQJ RUFKLGV 7KLV month: Jean Ikeson on Australian Dendrobiums.

A Christmas Concert featuring popular Seasonal melodies performed by renowned local artists Jon McLurg & Chris Murphy, Nov. 27 7 to 9 p.m.

Perth Road Sunday School Hall, Perth Road Village. Free Will Offering & Refreshments to follow Info: Dave at 613-353-1690 Turkey Supper - Parham United Church Christian Educational Building, Nov. 26, 5 to 7 p.m. Adults - $13 Children 6 - 12 - $5 Under 6 - Free Family Rate - $27 “Come and Bring a Friend�

Queen’s University Lifelong Learning (QUILL) Series - Sunday, Nov 27, 2 p.m. The Topic is :The Middle Word in Life: Dennis Hopper and Rudyard Kipling’s “If�. The Speaker is Stephen Lee Naish, Author, Create or Die: Essays on the Artistry of Dennis Hopper.

It takes place at Goodes Hall, Rm 101, Queen’s University 143 Union St. For more info call 613 549 1910 Friday Night Baha’i Fireside Discussion: Discussion: “Abdul-Baha – a life of service to othersâ€? Friday, Nov 25 at 7 p.m. at 99 York St. Further info:bahais@ kingston.net 613-634-0767 The Hotel Dieu Hospital/St. Maryšs Cathedral Coat Drive is looking for GRQDWLRQV RI FOHDQ GRZQ Ă€OOHG VW\OH coats and ski jackets. Men’s large DQG H[WUD ODUJH FRDWV DUH SDUWLFXODUO\ needed. Items can be dropped off at the Sydenham St. entrance of Hotel Dieu Hospital during regular business hours, weekdays. For more informaWLRQ FDOO H[W

Advent Carols, Nov. 27, An Advent Candlelight Procession with Carols will take place at St. George’s Cathedral at 5 p.m. As well as leading the congregational singing, the Cathedral Adult, Teen, and Children’s Choirs will sing a selection of Advent anthems. The Cathedral is at 270 King St. E. (at Johnson) Call 613-548-4617 or visit www.stgeorgescathedral.ca.

The 27th Annual Trenton Woodlot Conference. The Hastings Stewardship Council again hosts this popular conference on Friday, Nov. 25 at the Batawa Community Centre, north of Trenton Doors open at 7:30 a.m. for viewing of H[KLELWV DQG DUWLVDQ SURGXFWV 7KH SURJUDP EHJLQV DW D P DQG ÀQLVKHV DW p.m. Admission is $35, including lunch.

The Kingston Potters’ Guild is holding their annual Christmas Sale. Join us to see the works of local artists at The Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning, Malting Tower, 370 King St. West, Kingston. Nov. 24 to Nov. 27. Thursday 5 to 9 p.m., Friday 10 a.m to 9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. For more information visit our website www.kingstonpottersguild.com.

Crossroads United Church, 690 Sir John A. Macdonald Blvd (across from Loblaws) is hosting a Melodia Monday concert Saturday, Nov. 26. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 and are available by calling the church 613-542-9305 or at the door.

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After about four years in Picton, Miller moved to Kingston.

She began working with the Canadian Hearing Society, became a

board member there, and eventually became their first official interpreter. It was then her path and Turcotte’s crossed again.

“He was someone who needed interpreting, so there he was in my

Michael Wilfred Turcotte and Jan Miller have known each other since the 1970s when they met at a unit for the deaf in Picton. Miller’s second book, Wilfred and Me, tells the story of how Miller and Turcotte became friends and how Turcotte’s courage and resilience led him to find employment, live independently and make friends, despite his inability to communicate freely. Photo by Wayne Turcotte

life again,” said Miller, who spent the next 20 years working as a sign language interpreter in legal, educational, medical and business capacities.

“I left interpreting, and I started my own business where I create and provide programs for people who don’t fit in,” she said.

“It’s what you do with life, right? The things you learn, you just turn them into something else useful!”

Miller’s programs help people with disabilities seek out employment, and one of her first referrals was none other than Turcotte.

Miller worked with Turcotte to get him a job at Shoppers Drug Mart, and, thanks to a government support program that allows Miller to serve as an interpreter for her clients, the two worked together often as she would go into Shoppers to interpret for meetings and training sessions. Sixteen years later, he is still an employee at Shoppers and has no plans for retiring any time soon.

And while gaining successful employment was no small triumph for Turcotte, it didn’t solve all of his problems by any means, Miller expressed. Having experienced so many tragic moments in his life,

Turcotte found himself often focused on those memories. That’s when Miller suggested she chronicle his story on paper, with her philosophy of finding the lessons and wisdom gained through life allowing that story a new perspective.

At first, she thought it would be a private project for her to share with Turcotte therapeutically, Miller said. Then, however, she saw the effect it was having.

“I suddenly realized he was telling people ‘Oh! Jan’s writing a book about me,’ and his life immediately got better, because I think for most people… he doesn’t exist for them, they don’t really know him… And they suddenly went ‘Oh, there’s a story here!’” she explained, noting that the story also offers a lot of information about the deaf community that many people are unaware of.

“Wilfred definitely felt better himself, and, for whatever reason, things improved for him, so I thought ‘Well, then we should complete this process.’”

And that she did.

Wilfred and Me, published by Woodpecker Lane Press here in Kingston, will become available on Thursday, Nov. 24 when Miller

will host a book signing at Chapters on Princess Street from 1 to 4 p.m. The book officially comes out on Saturday, Nov. 26 with a book launch at Physio Therapy Kingston, 1469 Princess St., from 1 to 4 p.m. Turcotte will be there to take in the launch, and readings will take place at 2 and 3 p.m.

“I like to think all of my writing is a bit of a catalyst – it starts people talking,” Miller said.

“I think Wilfred and Me will give people some insight into this community that is not well known.

I hope it’s read by people who work in disability services, in colleges or universities and the interpreter training programs; teachers who end up with deaf kids or hard of hearing kids in the classroom…

I think it would really help them to understand in a different way about what this disability is like,” she said, noting just how much the programs and systems for the deaf and those with disabilities have changed since she and Turcotte met in the 70s.

“We can hope. We’re learning.

And I do say that in the book: Let’s hope we’re getting this right, now!”

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$274,900 2912 PINE GROVE RD.

Enjoy eastern water views of lake Ontario from this 3+1 bedroom elevated bungalow.This home features a gorgeous updated cooks kitchen with access to a multi tier deck and above ground pool in the fenced yard. Main floor bathroom has been recently updated, main floor includes 3 large bedrooms. Lower level features large family room with gas fireplace, 4pc bathroom, 4th bedroom and an office/den. This home also includes a separate entrance to the lower level making potential for a secondary income suite, or an in-law suite. Other improvements in recent years include; roof, and windows. Call today for a personal viewing.

$339,000

One of a kind 2200 sq. ft. home on a mature 3.5 acre lot within easy reach of downtown. Gracious main level with custom wood finishings, stone fireplace, 9 ft ceilings, wood and tile floors. Open kitchen features an island as well as a walk in pantry. Large master with walk in closet, ensuite and balcony. Clarke Griswald ladder up to the 3rd floor loft where you will find a great play room for the kids. In floor heating throughout, HRV, main floor office space. Character, location, space, this has it all.

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$970,000 42 Penny Lane

Stunning home on four acres on the south shore of Upper Rideau Lake! This custom-built 3 bedroom, 2 bath craftsman-style home has been impeccably maintained. Beautiful bright kitchen, open-concept living area with soaring cathedral ceilings and a flawless main floor master suite. Relax on the huge covered front porch overlooking well landscaped grounds and the lake. Exercise in the indoor Aqua-Fit pool or enjoy the deep, clean waterfront from the dock. Large 3 car garage with fully developed loft, storage buildings and a large workshop make this property a well planned place to call home. Truly breathtaking! MLS® 441040081

New Listing 2907 BReweRy St • $228,000 Tucked away in the heart of Sydenham is this cozy 2 storey country home sitting on an over sized lot surrounded by mature trees. Featuring generously sized principal rooms with hardwood and ceramic throughout. Eat in kitchen has an island and tons of pantry space! Upstairs offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with a uniquely shaped Master and fantastic whirlpool tub!! Exterior offers a huge detached garage perfectly suited for a handyman or those with a lot of toys! Close to all Village amenities! Call today for your personal viewing! MLS® 362790509

$174,900

$312,000

16 Robina Avenue Exceptionally maintained home in a great Smiths Falls neighbourhood. This home is full of character and charm and features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, spacious kitchen and lots of living space. The fenced backyard is well landscaped with an above ground pool, fish pond and patio area! MLS® 052660066

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2742 Highway 15

Commercially zoned (CG) 4 acre property just minutes to Portland/Big Rideau and an easy commute to Brockville and Kingston. Buildings include a large heated workshop with office, a 2-car detached garage and a professionally finished 3 bedroom bungalow. Amazing business potential! MLS® 442790118D

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Amazing opportunity to own a turn key investment property in arguably the very best location for this type of property in historical downtown Kingston. This property has the best of both worlds, 224 wellington st is a bright highly visible commercial space with great street access. 226 Wellington is an executive 2 bedroom residence with its own completely separate entrance off of Wellington St. Absolutely maintenance free property, thousands of dollars have been spent over the past 8 years by the current owners. Extensive information sheet available upon request. MLS® 16609506

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2741 Unity Road • $374,900 Welcome home to 2741 Unity Road a charming country bungalow sitting back from the road on 24.6 acres with frontage on Cordukes. Featuring 3 bedrooms, a 4 piece bath & an eat-in kitchen on the main level. Lower level offers a spacious rec room complete with bar & woodstove! Separate entrance off the rear walks out to a enclosed back sunroom area perfect for entertaining! Lots of space for tools & toys with a doube car attached garage & additional 17’7 x 36 detached garage with power! Fantastic location with severance possible! Call today for your personal viewing! MLS# 361290063

Nestled in the heart of the 1000 Islands with spectacular views of the St. Lawrence, this stunning bungalow offers luxury features throughout. Over 7500 sq ft of available living space. Gourmet Chef’s dream custom Corel kitchen with granite counters and built-in appliances. 12 ft ceilings with triple tray ceilings rising to 16 ft in the great room. Formal dining room features triple tray ceilings as well. High quality flooring including travertine & hardwood. Exquisite Master Suite with separate sitting area with water views, huge walk-in closet & 5 piece ensuite boasting soaker tub and separate shower. Expansive porch with unobstructed views as well as a patio below from the walkout basement. Large 3 car garage (could be 4). Impressive interlocking driveway and courtyard. Beautiful landscaped level lot.

Basement has been partially developed but awaits your finishing touches. The list goes on... don’t miss the opportunity to view this amazing property!! Call today. MLS#442540084

5052 LoweR RoUnd Lake Road • $459,900 Beautiful skirt stone bungalow boasting seasonal lake views and within steps of the Loughborough Boat launch. Hardwood floors grace the open concept main level with vaulted ceilings, Birtch kitchen, surround sound, and cozy gas fireplace. Elegant double door entrance to Master which boasts walk-in closets, access to your deck and stunning 4 piece ensuite. Lower level if fully finished with a 4th bedroom, full bath, walk-out and Pellet Stove! Paved driveway with curbs, double car garage, and above ground pool round out this excellent country package! Call today for your personal viewing. MLS® 362900126 2

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What an adorable country gem this brand new 1005 sq. ft. bungalow is! Located on a beautiful country road between Camden East and Newburgh, this bright peaceful retreat is an easy commute to Kingston or Napanee. With beautiful views of the valley, this super insulated, highly energy efficient doll house is perfect for the 1st time home buyer or retirees looking for a virtually maintenance free new home. It`s simple in design with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom but with the home facing south, the sun-filled living room and kitchen are beyond cozy. A terrace door in the kitchen allows you to look out over the Cataraqui Trail which backs onto the 1.42 acre property. The heated crawl space allows for full storage use as well. Call today for your personal viewing. MLS®1610563 Asking $207,500

Backing onto Collins Creek conservation, this 4 bed 2500 sq. ft. family home is sure to delight! spacious rooms & gorgeous views all year round. Hdwd & ceramic floors, lg liv/dining rms, mn flr family rm w/gas fireplace, patio doors to deck. Main floor laundry, 3 piece wheelchair accessible bath, 4 bedrooms up, master has full walk in closet. Finished lower level w/walkout to patio + workshop. Updates such as high eff gas furnace & c/air ‘11, 30yr shingles ‘11 & most windows in ‘12. MLS®16606911, Asking $489,900 Dir: Collins Bay Rd to Safari Dr.

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West end executive entertainer w/6.7 acres of peaceful privacy only 10 mins from the Cat Centre. 2400 sq. ft., only 10 yrs old, in floor heating up & down, vaulted ceilings, beautiful crown moulding & trim throughout, carpet free, plenty of pot lighting. Open concept, modern kitchen w/tons of working space, great rm w/gas fireplace, door to unbelievable composite deck w/glass railings for picture views, den w/2pc ensuite, 3 bedrms up, master has luxurious ensuite & walk in closet, spacious main bathrm, main flr laundry rm, lg mudrm w/entrance to oversized double car garage w/heated floor. The LL is fully finished w/in-law potential, flr to ceiling windows, walkout to covered patio, nature at your door, 4th bedrm, another den, 3pc bathrm, huge recrm w/projector screen tv. Another garage/workshop underneath the garage MLS®16602028, Asking $849,900

5 bedrooms, walkout basement, above ground pool & hot tub! Featuring newer hardwood & ceramic flooring on the main level, updated open concept kitchenw/patio door to deck, sep dining room, living room w/gas fireplace, extra 2pc bath on main level. Upstairs has newer hardwood flooring throughout, 4 bedrooms, main bath has jacuzzi tub, master has 3pc ensuite. Downstairs is mostly finished w/5th bedroom, full bath, patio door walk-out to great backyard for kids & entertaining!” MLS®1610563 Asking $359,900

Factors that might hurt a home’s value Nowadays, homeowners looking to sell their homes know it’s not as easy to do so as it might have been a few years ago. A struggling economy has made it difficult for many homeowners to sell their homes for a price they’re comfortable with.

But the sagging economy is not the only thing can make it difficult to sell a home. In fact, a host of other things, some obvious but some not so obvious, can hurt a home’s value as well.

• Location: A home’s location is arguably its best or worst selling point. A home in a great location won’t be as difficult to sell as a home in a bad neighborhood. But location goes beyond a neighborhood’s reputation, especially in recent years. Homeowners who live in a neighborhood or development with many foreclosures might find those foreclosed properties are hurting their own home’s value.

Lots of foreclosures could negatively affect a neighborhood’s reputation, which might make a home within that neighborhood less attractive to prospective buyers.

• Appearance: A home’s appearance is another obvious variable that might affect its resale value. Homeowners might want their home to reflect their own individuality, but that’s not going to help when the time comes to sell the home. If the exterior paint is out of the ordinary, then it might be wise to choose a more traditional or conservative color before erecting the “For Sale” sign out front. The same goes for a home’s interior. If the interior design is especially unique, a more traditional interior decor might help the home sell faster.

• Size and style: Another thing to consider when selling a home is its size and style. A home that stands out on the block might be an attention-grabber, but that’s not always at-

tractive to prospective buyers. For instance, a colonial sitting in the middle of a street filled with contemporary homes will stand out, but likely for all the wrong reasons. It will likely appear dated and out of place, which is something buyers might not want. In addition, if the home is considerably larger or smaller than the surrounding homes, then this could hurt its value.

• Non-conformity: In many ways, conformity is not considered an admirable trait. But when selling a home, conformity could make the difference between a home selling quickly or remaining on the market for months if not years. When shopping for a home, buyers often shop in certain neighborhoods and towns and might see many different homes within a given ZIP code. Homeowners with homes that don’t conform to others in the area might find it difficult to sell their homes.

For instance, homeowners trying to sell a two bedroom home in a neighborhood filled with three bedroom homes might notice their home’s value is not as high as that of surrounding homes, regardless of the neighborhood or how similar the home’s exterior is to surrounding homes.

• Age: Older homes might have character and a sense of nostalgia, but appraisers take age into consideration when determining a home’s value. And buyers tend to lean toward newer homes for a number of reasons, not the least of which is the feeling that newer homes have far more modern amenities than older homes.

When it comes to a home’s value, there are a host of things that could ultimately increase or decrease that value in the eyes of prospective buyers.

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One owner, all-brick carpet-free bungalow built solid! 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath on scenic rural 2 acres w/bonus 36 acre softwood & hardwood bush! New oil tank, 6 appliances, dble-car garage w/ bonus sub-garage, full partially basement w/drywalled & painted rec-room, den, 2-pce bath w/shower R/I, 3 walkouts, parking for 6! MLS®450710174.

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699 MUIRFIELD CRES 3 Bed, 3 Bath open concept MLS# 362660397 • $392,900

85 FORD ST 3 Bed, 1 Bath, 20’ x 30’ workshop MLS# 360570240 • $219,900

778 CEDARWOOD DR 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath & Updated MLS# 360880119 • $245,000

101 AARON PL 3 Bed, 4 Bath finished 3 levels MLS# 451310374 • $379,900

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1320 HOWES LAKE LN 3 bed, 1 Bath on 7.2 Acres & 1000’ shoreline MLS# 361490189 • $399,900

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2914 RAILTON RD 3 Bed, 2 Bath under 1 year old MLS# 362760546 • $399,900

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245 FREEMAN RD 3 bed, 2 Bath with double garage MLS# 450720258 • $224,900

128 PEARL ST 3 Bed, 2 Bath, Finished Basement MLS# 405840076 • $164,900 Quality Build

197 MACDOUGALL DR 4 Bed, 4 Bath loaded with upgrades MLS# 451312583 • $479,900

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Attention first time home buyers and investors! Look at all the features in this super semi!, 4 bdrms, 3 full and 1 half wshrms, quality laminate flooring on main and upper level. Walkout to back yard from kitchen, 979 CHANCERYseparate side entrance to lower Sought after Westwoods/Lancaster School district! 2113 sq. ft.,4leading bedroom, 3.5 bathbachelor home. in-law suite, single car BackingontoBridlepathPark,gleaminghardwood&ceramic,hugemasterretreatincensuite A/C,basement on a bus route & walk-in closet, formal living rm, dining rm and separate familygarage, rm, finished with androofclose to amenities. woodstove, double car garage updated windows and doors (2012), (2013),fence & deck Appliances included .

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4949 BATH RD. Itisn’teverydayaproperty comes along such as this.

Known as the Old Beulah United Church, the present owner would love to see it restored and turned into a residence however it could be leveled and new home built.

4949 BATH RDaMunicipal by, It isn’t every day a property comes along such as this. Known as water the Oldclose Beulah United Church, the present owner would love to see it backing restoredonto and Parrots turned Bay into conservation, view of Lake a residence however it could be leveled and a new home built. Municipal water Ontario. Awaiting your close by, backing onto Parrots Bay conservation, view of Lake Ontario. Awaiting your creative touch! creative touch! $134,900.

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This 4 bedroom, 2sty semi-detached home is loaded with features. 3 full 156 DIVISION ST. and 1 half wshrms, quality Profitable and trendy, this Sushi & Izakaya Japanese restaurant laminate flooring isonwell the mainsuperior and upper level, walk known by students and locals alike for fabulous food, service and out to back yard, in-law amazing atmosphere. Located in the Hub, walking Queens suitedistance in lowertolevel with separate entrance, University and planned new housing around the cornerside(University single A/Conly and Suites).This turn key business is ready to go starting daycar1,garage, Business onabusroute.8appliances sale, building can be leased back from the presentincluded.$219,000. owner.

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• Open concept on a beautiful country lot • Granite counters, finished basement with a walkout • Propane fireplaces in living and family rooms • Unique layout, private deck off the dining room • Spacious master bdrm w/ walk in closet and ensuite • MLS# 362910897 $489,000

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In reality, smoke and fire spread rapidly and can overcome occupants in less than three minutes.

When a fire occurs, there’s no question that time is critical. The good news is there are several important steps you can take to maximize your escape time. With the following measures in place, you’ll create critical protection for what matters most –– your home and family.

1. Install smoke alarms. You should have one in every bedroom, outside each separate sleeping area, and on every level of the home, including the basement. For the best protection, make sure all smoke alarms are interconnected. When one sounds, they all sound.

2. Inspect and clean smoke alarms monthly. Replace batteries in spring and fall. To clean the alarm, open the cover and gently vacuum the interior.

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• 3 bedroom, 3 bath updated 2 storey • Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac • Basement with second kitchen and walk-out • Beautifully landscaped pie shaped lot • MLS# 360620075 38 METCALFE AVE - $329,000

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plan. Draw a floor plan of your home, marking two ways out of every room — especially sleeping areas. Discuss the escape routes with every member of your household, and agree on a meeting place outside your home in case of emergency. Practice your escape plan at least twice a year.

4. Select building materials that provide passive fire protection. Passive fire protection is part of the core of the building and helps control fire by limiting its spread. One very effective form of passive fire protection is the installation of insulation. When adding or upgrading insulation, look for products made from naturally fire-resistant, inorganic materials. A favorite among builders, contractors and homeowners is a stone wool insulation called Roxul Safe ‘n’ Sound, which offers fire resistance up to 2,150°F. Its melting point is higher than the temperature of a typical house fire, which means it will stay in place longer to provide passive fire protection when every second counts, allowing more time for safe evacuation and for first responders to arrive.

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• Gorgeous country home, on almost 2 acres of level land.

• Wrap around porch, big barn, lots of room to play.

• 3 bdrm, main level laundry. beautiful hardwood floors, • Wood stove and country kitchen.

• Call today for your personal tour.

• MLS# 362860076 3406 SILVERWOOD DR. - $664,500 TE IA N ED SIO M S IM SSE PO

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• New Bungalow with 3 Bed 2 bath *walk in closet • Gas fireplace and open concept • Attached double garage and 2 detached garage / workshop • On almost 3 acres of level, waterfront land • MLS# 450640188

• Executive all brick two storey, 4 large bdrm, 2 full bath • Granite countertops inc ensuite with jacuzzi tub • 2 piece bath on main level, Second level Laundry • Updated kitchen with quartz countertops, fully finished bsmt • New forced air furnace, central AC, attached double garage • MLS# 362780474

4391 COUNTY RD 41 - $244,000

1719 BORNDENWOOD RD. - $159,900

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• 2.99 Acre lot, 2 storey 3bdrm, 2 full bath • In-law potential • Well maintained home • Single attached garage with inside entry • Heated double detached garage • MLS# 450560279

• Beautiful bungalow situated on a private country lot • Enveloped with trees and overlooking conservation.

• This 3 bed 1 bath home tastefully refinished from top to bottom.

• Bathroom boasts updated flooring, vanity, and deep soaker tub • New kitchen features ample countertop and cupboard space • Brand new stainless steel appliances, including a propane gas stove MLS# 361720043

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