Barrie Advance_June 2022

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RACIALIZED STUDENTS REPORTED FEELING INSECURE

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A report from a group of concerned parents indicates some Black and Indigenous students just don't feel safe going to school in Simcoe County.

Parents Against Racism Simcoe County (PARSC) published a report titled Facts 4 Impact on June 16, after surveying hundreds of students and parents across the region. The report highlights 20 incidences of racism and discrimination, with some information omitted for privacy's sake.

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Natasha Shakespeare, founder of Parents Against Racism Simcoe County, said she was overwhelmed by the results of a recent survey surrounding racism and discrimination in schools.

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REPORT INDICATES BLACK, INDIGENOUS STUDENTS FEEL LESS SAFE AT SCHOOL

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Natasha Shakespeare, founder of PARSC, told Simcoe.com she was shocked by the number of responses, adding she feels they are just the tip of the iceberg.

"It is overwhelming. I don't have the words," she said. "When I'm looking at all this information, and knowing that this is a fraction of it, and knowing what I've experienced firsthand — this is really what pushes us to do this work, because it has to change."

The report indicates racialized students at the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) and Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) felt less safe and faced a higher percentage of suspensions or expulsions than non-racialized students, and even reported more interaction with police. Of those, Indigenous students reported a higher degree of persecution than their Black classmates.

Additionally, Shakespeare said there were a dozen education staff who came forward to say they witnessed instances of racism or discrimination.

"For fear of retaliation, losing their jobs, being demoted or losing out of being

promoted, they, all 12 of them, would not agree to support those families or have any information shared," she continued.

"This is something that's going on in our schools. So, I think that's pretty concerning, and it speaks to the culture of the school boards."

There were 20 demands made in the report, including the removal of police from schools and a topdown review of all committees and councils for inclusivity. Shakespeare said she's already heard from some law enforcement organizations that are willing to have a conversation. She also plans to continue meeting with local school boards in the near future to further discuss the outcome of the report.

Representatives from both the SCDSB and SMCDB were present dur-

ing the presentation of this report.

"The survey results provide us with important information and context to continue the very important work of addressing systemic racism and oppression," said Frances Bagley, director of education at the SMCDB. "We know education plays a critical role, and we are committed to listening and working closely with community advocacy groups such as PARSC to respond to the discrimination and barriers facing students."

"We acknowledge that there remains much work to be done as we strive to meet the needs of our students and staff," the SCDSB said in a statement provided via email. "These meetings, combined with the data collected through our student and staff cen-

sus, equity audit, and school and workplace climate surveys, provide valuable information that informs our work."

The Facts 4 Impact report can be downloaded through the Parents Against Racism Simcoe County website.

STORY BEHIND THE STORY: After seeing that Parents Against Racism Simcoe County had released the results of the Facts 4 Impact survey, Simcoe.com decided to dig deeper.

Responding to the Parents Against Racism Simcoe County report, the Simcoe County District School Board acknowledged that "there remains much work to be done as we strive to meet the needs of our students and staff."

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IC HAS HANDLED 16 FORMAL COMPLAINTS SINCE START OF 2021

10 informal complaints since the start of last year.

CHRIS SIMON chris.simon@simcoe.com

Suzanne Craig kept pretty busy for nearly a year-and-a-half.

Barrie's integrity commissioner presented her annual report to city council June 20, which includes data from 2021 and the first five months of 2022. Craig's office received nine formal complaints in 2021 and seven from Jan. 1 to May 31, 2022. The numbers for 2020 were six formal and four informal, while 2019 saw 20 formal and six informal.

Overall, there have been

"This has been a difficult time of closures and loss due to the COVID-19 global pandemic," Craig said. "City staff and members of council have responded promptly to requests for the information regarding complaints. Without a doubt, there have been very serious issues before council and the city in 2021. I can confidently report the rules of the code (of conduct) are being followed. The process for holding members accountable is in place and is effective."

Also during this period, Craig's office worked with city officials to update and address policies relevant to the code — including inquiries around use of social media, respect in the workplace, limitations on the time frame for filing a complaint, conflicts of interest

and acceptable language.

Craig stressed that, given this is a municipal election year, no inquiry can begin after nomination day (May 2). Nor can a report on an alleged code violation be submitted for council's consideration.

"The electors will give their report card on Oct. 24," Craig said, referencing election day. "The integrity commissioner has a pre-

scribed and limited (area) of authority. It's often frustrating for members of the public when matters come forward with significant or complex circumstances not within the jurisdiction (of the integrity commissioner), or there are insufficient grounds to investigate."

Coun. Ann-Marie Kungl asked for some clarity around what the Ontario

government should do to strengthen the role of municipal integrity commissioners. A private member's bill, the Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act, was introduced earlier this year, but that proposed legislation died once the writ dropped on this spring's provincial election.

"We saw provincial engagement occur," she said. "We were hoping for some implementations. That didn't happen."

There is a need to add to the roles and responsibilities of the integrity commissioner, Craig said.

"Regrettably, recommendations were supposed to come forward before the provincial and municipal (elections)," she said. "The matter is very significant. We continue to look for ways to better serve municipalities by ensuring when we receive an egregious

complaint that we're able to make recommendations that are proportional to the severity of the contravention."

Mayor Jeff Lehman agreed. "There was all-party support for changes to address egregious cases of harassment by councillors, specifically in Ottawa, Brampton and elsewhere," he said. "This is a common concern I hear from the public."

Craig's office received 112 total inquiries in 2021, compared to 90 in 2020 and 123 in 2019.

The city spent $35,045 on the integrity commissioner in 2021.

Of the 54 formal and informal complaints made between 2019 and 2021, 33 were dismissed. Thirteen resulted in a settlement between parties, and seven led to full investigations. One complaint was withdrawn.

OFFICE RECEIVED 112 TOTAL INQUIRIES LAST YEAR, COMPARED TO 90 IN 2020 AND 123 IN 2019

City of Barrie integrity commissioner Suzanne Craig.

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And we recognize the best people to tell these stories are Indigenous people.

This year, we are looking for freelance Indigenous journalists, Storytellers, Truth Keepers and Teachers to tell the local stories that matter, that educate, inform and celebrate.

These stories will be shared across Metroland on websites that see millions of page views a month, so their words would reach a large audience we know is keen to be informed by writers with authentic knowledge.

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It's about trust. Our relationship with our readers is built on transparency, honesty and integrity. As such, we have launched a trust initiative to tell you who we are and how and why we do what we do. This column is part of that project.

Readers will no doubt have noticed we've been talking quite a lot these days about the introspection that has been happening at Metroland, which has seen our newsrooms re-examining their processes, staffing and the role they play in society's pursuit of social justice.

We've shared with you before that, back in 2020, Metroland created a diversity and inclusion committee to assist in guiding editorial content and focus.

And that as part of this initiative, we formed a subcommittee tasked with shaping how we cover Indigenous communities and issues.

Now we're taking the next step. We're committed to covering our neighbours, their news and cul-

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We also asked our readers, who told us they have a keen interest in learning more and becoming better educated about the history, culture and concerns of their neighbours.

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DEPUTY MAYOR BARRY WARD TAKING MAYORAL RUN

WARD HAS SERVED ON COUNCIL FOR 22 YEARS

CHRIS SIMON chris.simon@simcoe.com

Barry Ward is looking to take the next step up in municipal politics.

The longtime Ward 4 councillor, who also currently serves as the city's deputy mayor, will run for mayor in the Oct. 24 municipal election. In a social media post June 22, Ward said he filed the paperwork to run. He then made an inperson announcement atBohemia restaurant in the downtown core.

"I want to be the next mayor of Barrie, a mayor for all residents: Young and old, rich and poor, business owners and workers, drivers, cyclists, pedestrians, homeowners, renters and, yes, even the homeless," he said on the restaurant patio, with sons Oliver and Julian nearby. "I am a firm believer that a city becomes great when all residents have the ability to live a full life, one in which they can pursue their dreams. The city's job is to help make that possible, or at least not get in their way."

Ward also stepped into the role of acting mayor during Mayor Jeff Lehman's unsuccessful bid to unseat Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte

me think maybe I should step in. I probably should have done it three terms ago, then he became mayor."

cyclists and pedestrians, the ability for businesses to grow and prosper, affordability and minimizing the effect of growth.

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MPP Doug Downey this spring.

Had Lehman chosen to run another term, Ward would not have sought higher office.

"He's done a good job as mayor," Ward said. "He started a lot of projects that I'd like to see continue.

When he said he wasn't going to run again, that made

He has lived in the city for nearly four decades and has served on council for 22 years.

Ward has worked as an editor and used to own a business. While on council, he has chaired the city's finance committee and sat on numerous other boards and committees.

Among the most pressing issues facing the city are the housing crisis, the need to improve safety for

"I've been on council since 2000 so I'm not going to say I'm running to make big changes," Ward said. "I'm running to preserve and enhance the things we love. I don't like fireworks. Calm and steady is my preferred way to go."

Ward will be challenged by former BSOM MP Alex Nuttall, ex-County of Simcoe Warden Gerry Marshall and businessperson Rob Haverson.

While resources exist to help people integrate back into the community, there appears to be a communication gap, Coun. Barry Ward said.

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PAUL SADLON SR. ACQUITTED OF SEXUAL ASSAULT CHARGE

THE AUTOMOTIVE GIANT FOUND NOT GUILTY IN COURT

WARNING: This story contains graphic content and may be upsetting to some readers.

Paul Sadlon Sr. was able to walk out of court a free man today (June 20) after being found not guilty of sexual assault.

The 89-year-old was charged with sexual assault in 2019 following a Dec. 4 business meeting in the lunchroom at Paul Sadlon Motors.

Sadlon was acquitted of the charges by Justice Joseph Wilson June 20 at the Barrie courthouse.

Wilson said the Crown didn't prove beyond a reasonable doubt that Sadlon sexually assaulted the female complainant.

"This matter is a classic or textbook 'he-said, shesaid' issue," Wilson said in his ruling. "I find, however, that this evidence does leave me with reasonable doubt concerning the sexual assault allegation."

During the trial, the complainant, who cannot be named under a publication ban, alleged Sadlon made lewd jokes during the Dec. 4 meeting. She also alleged that he engaged in unwanted touching and that he kissed, hugged and French kissed her when they were left alone in the lunchroom, after the meeting concluded.

Sadlon pleaded not guilty to the charges, taking the stand to defend himself during the trial.

Wilson said he had concerns about the evidence

and recollection of events presented by both parties during the trial.

"The reality is the Crown must prove beyond areasonable doubt that he committed the acts with respect to the complainant, that amounted to sexual assault," Wilson said. "I am not sure or convinced that he did."

Sadlon's lawyer, Karen Jokinen, spoke to the media outside the courthouse following the acquittal.

"I am very happy with

the verdict, obviously, and so is my client," Jokinen said. "He's always maintained his innocence and he is just happy he can put this behind him."

If you are a survivor of sexual assault, there is help. The Toronto Rape Crisis Centre can be reached at 416-597-8808 for support or online at www.trccmwar.ca. For a localized list of rape crisis centres Ontario wide, visit: www.sexualassaultsupport.ca.

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Barrie businessman Paul Sadlon Sr. is escorted into court by defence attorney Karen Jokinen to hear the ruling in his case June 20.

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GEORGIAN CUTS RIBBON ON NEW MECHATRONICS LAB

LAB EXPECTED TO

There are some new high-tech toys at Georgian College, and they should help prepare students for jobs of the future.

On June 23, the college officially opened a mechatronics lab at its Barrie campus, with support from Ontario-based manufacturer Magna International. The lab is filled with the equipment needed to teach students all the ins and outs of mechatronics.

Kyle Lepinski told Simcoe.com he's looking forward to learning everything he can about mechatronics, a combination of computer science and electrical and mechanical engineering.

"It's a jack-of-all-trades kind of system here," he said. "It's an amalgamation of everything, as well as the internet incorporation of it. So, having the ability to

create a system at the push of a button, but having all the knowledge to build the system from scratch yourself."

Lepinski said a recent

school project made him focus on developing prosthetic limbs.

"It really made me, I'd have to say, an avid supporter, and wanting to help

RVH SIGNS LETTER WITH INDIGENOUS HEALTH CIRCLE

cle, an initiative of the Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle.

CHRIS SIMON chris.simon@simcoe.com

The Simcoe-Muskoka region's largest hospital is renewing its commitment to Indigenous peoples.

Royal Victoria Regional Heath Centre (RVH) honoured National Indigenous Peoples Day June 21 with the official signing of a letter of relationship with the Indigenous Health Cir-

"The signing of this letter formalizes and renews our shared commitment to continue to improve and advance care, chronic disease prevention, health initiatives and systems-level change with and for First Nations, Inuit, Métis and urban Indigenous peoples in the region," RVH president and chief executive officer Janice Skot said.

The significance of the event was marked through Indigenous ceremony, the lighting of a sacred pipe, and traditional Indigenous song and dance.

Following this, the hos-

pital grounds were smudged, which is one of many Indigenous practices to achieve harmony and balance.

"It is significant that we have done this signing on National Indigenous Peoples Day — a day dedicated to honouring the contributions and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and urban Indigenous peoples in Canada," advisory circle president and board chair Lynn MonagueSauve said.

"RVH's leadership is committed to learning about the importance of Indigenous histories, celebrating the richness of our cultures and achieve-

ments, and reflecting on how best to meaningfully advance efforts in reconciliation."

The hospital has already implemented a sitewide smudging policy and launched the Indigenous navigator as part of the RVH cancer care program.

And through a partnership with Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin Indigenous Primary Care Team, RVH piloted a project to increase culturally safe, trauma-informed mentalhealth pathways for Indigenous patients.

RVH also became the first health centre in Canada to unveil the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack

other limb, that's a great benefit to everybody.

"I'm very, very excited to see what the future holds."

The new lab's unveiling came on Georgian College president Kevin Weaver's fourth day on the job. He said it was a great way to begin his tenure.

"This is really starting out strong. This is awesome," he said. "To be at an event like this and to announce and open our Magna mechatronics lab is definitely the icing on the cake for week one."

He added the contributions made by Magna International got things off the ground.

"It's huge. All our industry partnerships are really important. A college like Georgian would not exist without our partnerships with industry and with community," Weaver said.

in the best ability that I can," he said. "If I'm learning to contribute to creating prosthetics to help people that move and act like a functioning arm, or any

In November 2020, Magna and Georgian announced a $1-million partnership that would not only go toward the creation of the new mechatronics lab, but also fund a new scholarship and awards program for students.

On June 21, Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Indigenous Health Circle and Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle representatives renewed their commitment to improving health care for First Nations, Inuit, Métis and urban Indigenous peoples in the region.

Fund Legacy Space, an installation that offers everyone an opportunity to

pause and reflect on Indigenous history and reconciliation in Canada.

EVENT INCLUDED LIGHTING OF SACRED PIPE, TRADITIONAL INDIGENOUS SONG AND DANCE

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PREPARE STUDENTS FOR WORLD OF ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING

Kyle Lepinski, a Georgian College mechatronics student, standing beside one of his favourite pieces of hardware, an additive manufacturing machine.

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COUNCIL PASSES SPEED-CAMERA PROGRAM

CHRIS SIMON chris.simon@simcoe.com

Speed demons beware: Going over the posted limit in Barrie school and community safety zones could soon put you on camera and make your wallet a bit lighter.

City council approved a plan June 20 to implement an automated speed enforcement (ASE) program in elementary school and community safety zones this year.

The program — which uses camera technology to catch speeders — is expected to cost about $300,000 annually. The goal, says the city, is to break even through fine revenue.

Program expenses include the leasing of two mobile cameras, the hiring of a senior transportation technologist position, Min-

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istry of Transportation fees for looking up licence plates, and traffic signage. It also includes the city's portion of shared costs for either a joint processing centre or sworn provincial offence officers to review images and issue tickets.

The plan is to rotate the cameras every two months among the city's roughly 80 school and safety zones.

Barrie staff anticipate 880 violations per month.

"(ASE) is a system that uses a camera and a speedmeasurement device to detect and capture images of vehicles travelling faster than the posted speed limit," development services director Michelle Banfield said in a recent report to councillors. "ASE is designed to work in tandem with other speed-control and safety strategies, including engineering mea-

POLICE ISSUE WARNING AFTER MAN SHOWS FAKE BADGE AT CRASH

CHRIS SIMON chris.simon@simcoe.com

You can't trust every badge you see, apparently.

Barrie police issued a warning following a strange incident at the scene of a collision in the south end of the city June 22. Officers say a two-car crash happened on Yonge Street, near Little Avenue, just after 4 p.m.

One of the involved drivers was being assisted by a witness at the scene when an unknown man approached in "street clothes," quickly showed a badge, and identified himself as a "provincial investigator."

The man spoke to the driver and suggested she could get into his air-conditioned car. The witness

sures, education initiatives and police enforcement. ASE is focused on altering driver behaviour to decrease speeding and increase safety."

City council policy mandates a posted speed limit of 40 kilometres per hour in front of elementary schools, she said.

As part of the recommendation, staff will also be tasked with investigating the cost of adding two more cameras to the program, and the feasibility of converting areas adjacent to some secondary schools into safety zones.

Any additional revenue generated through the program will be used for other traffic-safety initiatives.

Council first showed interest in developing the program in December 2020, Banfield said.

asked to see the badge and noticed it did not have a number or rank on it. They realized the apparent investigator had never properly identified himself; at that point, the man got into his grey-coloured sedan and drove away.

This altercation appears to be an isolated incident, police spokesperson Peter Leon said. However, he noted, residents can ask a plainclothes officer at a scene for two specific pieces of identification — a badge and a warrant card — or they could call 911 for confirmation.

"A police officer can conduct their duties in a full police uniform or in a plainclothes capacity," he said, noting all indications suggest the badge was fake.

"Uniform officers are

readily identifiable by the issued police uniform they wear. Plainclothes officers do not wear issued clothing and often dress in the same manner that members of the community do.

“However, a plainclothes officer, when acting in an official capacity, is required to properly identify themselves with a badge issued by the police service that employs them, and this is always accompanied by a warrant card."

The warrant card will have the officer's name, badge number, rank, official identifiers of the service — usually an image that depicts the official crest — and the signature of the chief or, in the case of the Ontario Provincial Police, the name of the commissioner.

No one was injured in the crash, and the vehicles were eventually towed to a collision reporting centre.

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FOUR WAYS CITY IS WORKING TO HIRE MORE INDIGENOUS STAFF

tion process," human resources (HR) director Christine Gianino said in a June 20 memorandum to council. "Data collection is a critical component of a talent attraction strategy because it allows HR to track and measure our recruitment efforts and evaluate how effectively we are reaching candidates from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.

derway. Here's what Gianino says the municipality is currently doing:

• COMMUNITY OUTREACH: The city's HR department has begun to share job postings with the Barrie Native Friendship Centre and the Métis Nation of Ontario's Barrie branch. Staff are also exploring ways to broaden the reach of postings.

Barrie is trying to get better.

Of the 5,877 job applications received through the city's VidCruiter hiring platform between Jan. 2 and June 8, 2.8 per cent of people identified as Indigenous. A total of 4.7 per cent of households in Simcoe County identify as "Aboriginal," according to 2016 Census data.

"Historically, the city has not collected demographic data on job applicants during the applica-

"Ongoing data collection will now enable HR to establish a baseline, continuously monitor our progress, and adjust our recruitment activities in support of our overarching commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion."

The city will undertake a workforce diversity study to get a demographic breakdown of its staff complement. However, some steps to encourage broader and more equitable hiring practices are already un-

• EMPLOYER BRANDING: Barrie Fire and Emergency Service recently hired a firefighter of Métis heritage, and during the graduation ceremony the new recruit shared the land acknowledgment in three languages. Recruitment efforts at the city will continue to identify ways to showcase the diversity of current employees through promotional materials, videos and staff testimonials.

• LOWERING BARRIERS TO EMPLOYMENT: Educational

qualifications and pre-employment costs can be a roadblock. So HR is regularly reviewing job requirements with hiring managers to determine whether any educational requirements can be adjusted or obtained posthire. Where applicable, non-essential requirements, like a driver's licence or vehicle access, are also being assessed. The city is reviewing upfront costs incurred by new hires for items like criminal background checks, work boots and uniforms, and considering alternatives to offset or defer some pre-employment expenses.

Staff are also exploring the feasibility of connecting local candidates with active job offers to organizations like the Barrie Area Native Advisory Council to access financial resources. As well, Barrie Fire may start a scholar-

ship and education support program for applicants experiencing socio-economic issues.

• EDUCATION: Ongoing opportunities to deepen staff's cultural awareness and competence include courses such as Diversity Equity Inclusion Foundations, Introduction to Cultural Competency, Inuit Culture, Land Acknowledgments, Leading with Inclusion: Fostering Innova-

tion and Equitable Futures, Respectful Workplace Training for Leaders, Safer Spaces, The History of Orange Shirt Day, and The Secret Path. The city has also partnered with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and actively promotes free monthly webinars and resources to employees. For more on the city's broader diversity and inclusion efforts, visit barrie.ca.

OF 5,877 JOB APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA VIDCRUITER, 2.8% OF PEOPLE IDENTIFIED AS INDIGENOUS

The City of Barrie is implementing a series of initiatives aimed at recruiting more Indigenous employees to its workforce.

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LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS ARE NOT ENOUGH

and comfy one, and that you were so kind to invite me in. Despite this, I make no effort to leave or even slightly clean up after myself.

If you've been to a public event over the past several years, you have probably heard a "land acknowledgment" read aloud, going over what traditional Indigenous lands the event is taking place on and the treaties involved in modern land usage.

While these statements have become customary as part of reconciliation efforts, there is a growing disenchantment with them within the Indigenous community itself,

with the acknowledgment being compared to a declaration of squatters' rights.

An analogy: You invite me into your living room and I decide to make myself at home on your couch. Soon, I'm rearranging the pillows, settling in and refusing to leave, despite your protestations.

After weeks of getting crumbs everywhere and forever losing the remote in the depths of the cushions, I then declare that I acknowledge this is your couch, that it is a very nice

So, despite my acknowledgement, what benefit are you truly getting from your couch? This imperfect metaphor sums up the core frustration with land acknowledgements. Yes, they say an event is on traditional Indigenous lands, but so what? There's no plan to return the land, and there's nothing in the works to give the Indigenous community any real benefit from the event's proceedings, such as a part of any ongoing revenue.

Some of you may point out that some acknowledgements mention treaties that allowed for non-

Indigenous use of the land, and you'd be partially correct. This is where things get problematically fuzzy. While many treaties between Indigenous peoples and British and Canadian governments have been entered into, there is increased legal scrutiny on whether disputed lands were properly surrendered and if all terms have been properly upheld since.

For example, the 1492 Land Back Lane protests that have been occurring in Caledonia cite the Haldimand Proclamation of 1874, declaring that 10 kilometres on either side of the Grand River, from its

source to Lake Erie, be given to the Haudenosaunee people for allying with the British during the American Revolution. Today, this would include almost all of Caledonia, Brantford, Cambridge and Kitchener. This is only one of dozens of land and treaty claims currently before Canadian courts.

When I'm asked how I would change the use of land acknowledgements, my answer is simple: for any event that proclaims one, have some of the proceeds or opportunities created by that event go to alocal Indigenous centre or program. Without some sort of reconciliatory act

toward the First Nations mentioned by a specific acknowledgement, that proclamation is nothing more than empty, performative noise.

Ibelieve that land acknowledgements, followed up by outreaches to the Indigenous communities they seek to honour, could be a powerful tool toward reconciliation and an integral part of the long conversation toward healing the mistreatment inflicted upon Canada's First Nations.

Shane Pennells is an Indigenous filmmaker and writer who works with at-risk youths.

WITHOUT ADDITIONAL ACTION, THEY'RE JUST A DECLARATION OF SQUATTERS' RIGHTS, SAYS SHANE PENNELLS

Celebrating 2O22 Canada

July 1: Everyone’s invited to Canada’s birthday party

After two summers of COVID-19 lockdowns, Canada is pulling out all the stops to celebrate Canada’s 155th birthday — and the party’s on in Ottawa and cities, towns, and villages across the country.

Canada Day is the anniversary of Confederation when the British North America Act was approved on July 1, 1867.

But today there’s so much more to applaud.

“Canada Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate what it means to be Canadians — our diversity, shared values, languages and cultures that make our country strong and free,” said Pablo Rodriguez, minister of Canadian heritage, in a statement about festivities. “It is also an opportunity for us to reflect on our past and continue to walk along the pathway to reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.”

National Indigenous Peoples Day, which is held on June 21, started heritage celebrations this summer. The annual event celebrates and recognizes First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultures.

Next up is Canada Day … and here are eight fun ways to make it a great party.

Wave the flag! No Canada Day celebration is complete without the iconic red and white Canadian flag! Hang one from a window or the front porch, wave it from your baby’s carriage or knapsack, or paint a Canadian flag or a red maple leaf on your face or body!

Visit the Nation’s Capital. LeBreton Flats Park and Place des Festivals Zibi are the hubs for Canada Day celebrations in Ottawa-Gatineau — and everyone’s invited. The daytime ceremony begins at 11:30 a.m. (ET) and the evening show hosted by Isabelle Racicot and Ali Hassan starts at 8 p.m. (ET). Both bring together artists from across Canada.

In between the shows, there’s so much going on, including BMX demonstrations, an urban artwork show, a giant games area and an interactive ground painting of a giant mandala. Listen for the beat of the merry troupe Kumpa’Nia at LeBreton Flats Park. Here’s a guide to all the activities.

Attend the party virtually: The shows in Ottawa-Gatineau will be on national news networks. Daytime from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (ET), tune into Canadian Heritage’s YouTube channel, CBC News Network, ICI RDI and other national news networks. The evening show will be broadcast on Radio-Canada (in French only) and CBC platforms.

Watch a Canada Day parade with friends and family: Local Canada Day parades will feature marching bands, Canada Day themed floats, antique cars, local businesses, clowns and more. Check the start time with your municipality. While in most cases, parades follow the main street, in Port Dover, there’s a Canada Day Boat Parade and Celebration at the Premier Yacht Club.

Stay local: There’s lots going on at the local level. For example, in Grand Bend, Canada Day celebrations take place on the Main Beach with live bands all day. In Port Credit, visitors are invited to “Paint the Town Red” festivities at Memorial Park with a daylong Kids Zone as well as a Singer Spotlight Karaoke in the afternoon. In Bath, there’s a Bean Bag Toss, Giant Jenga and Inflatable Hockey rink in the Kid Zone; also, check out participating homes in the Canada Day-themed Decorate Your Doorway/Property Contest. In Parry Sound, Canada Day features a delicious Ribfest along with live performances and other fun activities. Here is a list of Canada Day events across the country.

Enjoy Canada Day food: Anyone hosting

a backyard barbecue or venturing out to a local event should put traditional Canadian foods on the menu; examples include poutine, butter tarts, Nanaimo bars, maple taffy and beaver tails. Choose a red and white theme for dessert … such as strawberry shortcake with whipped cream, rhubarbraspberry cheesecake, and cupcakes with red and white frosting.

Do a Canada Day activity: Whether your family is celebrating at home, at a cottage or in a tent at a campground, check out the Canada Day activity kit and do a craft together. Make an Origami Canada Day lantern. Play a game to spot

classic Canadian symbols like maples leaves, beavers and the RCMP. Make a 3D paper model of the Parliament Buildings in Ottawa. Colour your own Canadian flag.

Take in Fireworks: The fireworks in the Nation’s Capital start at 10 p.m. (ET) … but fireworks are planned for most local events too. Watch Canada Day fireworks at Canada’s Wonderland (for the price of park admission). Enjoy the City of Burlington’s fireworks show over Burlington Bay with a rooftop view from Joseph Brant Museum! Or give everyone a sparkler and have a blast in your own backyard. Check with your municipality.

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Twenty ways for families to celebrate Canada Day

By Michelle Williams

Canada Day is about observing of the birth of our country, but it’s also a day for families to have fun together. Ready to get out and enjoy the day? Here are some great ways for families to make the most of our country’s 155th birthday.

1. Birthday breakfast: Kick off the day with yummy pancakes and Canada’s golden treasure, maple syrup! Top your flapjacks with whipped cream and sliced strawberries (and maybe add a side of Canadian bacon).

2. Take a day trip: Pack up the family and visit some nearby places you haven’t seen before or in a while. From Niagara Falls to Wasaga Beach to the Sandbanks, create a road map to travel some of the local sites that make our country great. And be sure to capture it all in pictures and videos!

3. Handprint flag: Start with a piece of white fingerpaint paper. Add red fingerpaint to the sides and a red fingerprint handprint for the maple leaf. Presto! In just a few minutes, you have a cool and creative DIY Canadian flag!

4. Chalk it up! Say Happy Canada Day to the neighbourhood by covering your sidewalk in chalk

Canadian symbols — everything from loonies to lacrosse sticks and maple leaves to Mounties.

5. Canada’s game: Get all the kids on the block together for an old-fashioned game of street hockey. (Don’t forget to start the game with a rousing rendition of “O Canada”!)

6. Make a day of it: From Canada’s Wonderland and Black Creek Pioneer Village, to Harbourfront and Dundas Square, there are dozens of great events planned to celebrate the day — and many are free! Look online for local events in your neighbourhood.

7. Rock painters: Go on a rock hunt, then get some red and white paint and some small paint brushes, and paint the rocks to commemorate Canada Day 2022. They’ll be keepers!

8. Puzzling time: There are many jigsaw puzzles out there that feature Canadiana (a map of our great country is also an excellent learning tool) and puzzling is a perfect way to relax and unwind.

9. Cupcakes please! Make a batch of red velvet cupcakes and ice them in white and red. A great dessert for lunch or dinner.

10. Beaver craft: Wrap a toilet paper roll in

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brown construction paper; glue a circle of the paper to one end for the face and another to the end for the tail. Add a couple of black craft pompoms for ears, two googly eyes and two white teeth.

11. Plant a maple: If you have a space in a sunny area, commemorate the day by planting a maple tree. Visit a nursery together and choose the tree, then plant it and watch it grow in the years to come.

12. Weave jewelry: Indigenous-inspired bracelets, necklaces or rings are simple to braid with some colourful embroidery thread and beads.

13. Canada by the book: Learn about our country’s beginnings by checking out the wide selection of informative and entertaining books for every age at the local bookstore or library.

14. Maple cookies: A simple activity to do with kids — add maple flavouring to a sugar cookie recipe, or substitute some of the sugar with a bit of maple syrup. Use a maple leaf-shaped cookie cutter.

15. Water balloon fight! Fill up red and white balloons with water, split everyone up into red and

white teams and start tossing!

16. Create a Canadian cocktail: Cranberry juice, a splash of orange juice and some lemonlime soda. Throw in a few frozen cranberries for garnish (and for the adults, a shot of vodka)!

17. Catch a Canuck film: Act out your favourite movie featuring top Canadian talent in a fun game of charades, and then have a lucky draw from the titles to select one you can all watch together.

18. Have a singalong: Pull out your musical instruments and belt out some great tunes made famous by Canadians — from Bieber and Lightfoot, to Bublé and Barenaked Ladies, to Twain and the Guess Who.

19. Roast s’mores: Graham crackers, chocolate and marshmallows — they’re a Canadian classic! Even if you don’t have a campfire or fire pit, you can roast them on a stove or in the microwave or oven.

20. Enjoy a night out: You may be in the heart of the city, but it doesn’t mean you can’t end Canada Day with a camp out under the stars in your own backyard. Happy Canada Day!

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LINEUP INCLUDES LIVE MUSIC, WILDLIFE SHOW AND FIREWORKS JULY 1

A more traditional Canada Day appears poised for a comeback.

For the first time since 2019, the City of Barrie will host a full slate of in-person activities on July 1 in the downtown core. The event will kick off at Meridian Place at 2 p.m., with programming from Speaking of Wildlife, local multicultural community groups, buskers, Baytowne Big Band and OMCI. A fireworks show will be held over Kempenfelt Bay at 10 p.m.

"Representatives of the Indigenous community were consulted by city staff regarding Canada Day activities, and they indicated their preference was not to be involved as their focus was delivering and supporting activities for the

JUST WINGING IT: NEW WING SURFING SPORT HITS THE BEACHES

(National Indigenous History Month) and (National) Indigenous Peoples Day," recreation and culture programs manager Steve LeeYoung said.

The Downtown Barrie BIA's Open Air Dunlop will run the following day (July 2), along Dunlop Street from Maple Avenue to Mulcaster Street. There will also be a midway in the Chase McEachern Way parking lot.

Last year's Canada Day plan was altered in an ef-

fort to focus on Truth and Reconciliation; the year before, COVID-19 stopped inperson activities altogether.

If there is inclement weather, the fireworks will be rescheduled to July 2, Lee-Young said.

More details can be found at barrie.ca.

JANIS RAMSAY jramsay@simcoe.com

If the wind's in the bay, it's time to play for a group of new wing surfers.

"We've been kitesurfing and windsurfing for many years now," Javier Hernandez Aleman said.

But two years ago, he saw someone wing surfing, or wing foiling at Toronto's Cherry Beach.

Wing foiling has a separate board with a hydrofoil and a hand-held kite with an inflatable edge.

The user positions the wing to capture the wind, and propels through the water to the point the board rises above the surface.

"Just last year, a friend of ours bought all the equipment — wing, board and foil — and started doing it in Kempenfelt Bay," Hernandez Aleman said.

"Since then, many people got hooked. In just a year, we've seen over 13 different people winging, and we expect more this summer."

He said it's a sport that's growing fast, since it's cheap and easy to afford.

Following the shores of

Kempenfelt Bay, foilers are able to park at one beach — either Johnson's, Minet's Point or Centennial — and ride the wind to the other side, he said.

"Not even our fellow riders in downtown Toronto get the opportunity."

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Javier Hernandez Aleman tries his hand at wing surfing on a windy day along Kempenfelt Bay in April.

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Fireworks over Kempenfelt Bay during a recent Canada Day celebration.

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SCAN THIS CODE to see what other events are happening in Barrie and across the region.

3golden rules for painting your house before selling it

Repainting your home can increase its selling price. However, before you get out the rollers and brushes, here are three rules to keep in mind to optimize your investment.

1. Consider the entire property. Don’t forget to redo the outside of your home if the paint is peeling or faded. After all, this is what potential buyers will see first. You may also want to touch up the paint on your patio, fence and shed.

2. Use neutral shades. Although you may love your yellow kitchen because it gives your home a Tuscan feel, remember that everyone has different tastes. Play it safe and stick to neutral shades that appeal to most people.

3. Be prepared. Don’t rush your paint job. Make

sure you have enough time to complete the work before your house goes on the market. A sloppy paint job could deter potential buyers instead of drawing them in.

If you’re considering hiring painting profession-

Decor trend: white faucets

For years, black has occupied a prominent place in interior decor. However, white is now carving out a choice spot. Particularly in the bathroom. Therefore, you may want to consider installing matte white faucets to update your bathroom.

Why matte white?

White is a timeless colour that’s elegant yet contemporary. It adds charm and character to the bathroom. The soft matte finish also complements minimalist decor.

How to arrange it?

als, do some research to gauge the quality of their work and consider how the additional cost could affect the return on your investment.

You can integrate white faucets with simple lines and unique, delicate ceramic tiles into a vanity unit. Additionally, opt for a glazed or open shower stall to make the best use of light.

Moreover, you can coordinate white faucets with a pop of colour. For example, play with contrast by combining white taps with black accents to create a chic,

retro atmosphere. Gold accents create a refined lustre appearance, while all-white finishes create a harmonious look. If you think all-white finishes will make your bathroom feel cold, warm up the space with

wood or rattan accessories and furniture. Visit your local home improvement stores to pick up a new white faucet with all the trimmings.

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Do you want to repaint one or more rooms in your home? When choosing paint, the finish is just as important as the colour. Here are some things to consider when choosing a matte, satin, velvet or semi-gloss finish.

What are paint finishes?

The term finish indicates how the paint will look on the painted surface and how much light it’ll reflect. Finish designations like velvet, platinum, satin and pearl vary from one paint manufacturer to another. It’s therefore essential to ask about the sheen of the product before

making your choice.

Here are the most suitable finishes for the different rooms and surfaces in your home:

• Ceilings. Matte finish is most suitable for ceilings. If applied evenly, it can hide imperfections.

• Living room and bedrooms. Consider matte and satin finishes for consistent and elegant results. Keep in mind that matte finishes aren’t as easy to clean. For easy cleaning, pearl and semi-gloss finishes are more suitable options.

• Bathrooms and kitchens.

Shiny and glossy finishes are best for high-maintenance rooms that require moisture resistance. For areas that need occasional polishing, choose a semi-gloss finish.

• Woodwork. Velvet, satin, semi-gloss and gloss finishes are suitable for woodwork and mouldings. The same goes for doors. However, it’s best to choose a finish that’s easy to clean.

Visit a paint retailer in your area to stock up for your next project.

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CHICK-FIL-A RESTAURANT LANDING ON GEORGIAN MALL SITE

chain revealed just prior to the COVID-19 pandemic that it had plans to open 15 locations in the Greater Toronto Area.

CHRIS SIMON chris.simon@simcoe.com

Here's a nugget of information for you: Chick-fil-A is coming to the north end of Barrie.

The southwest corner of the Georgian Mall property will soon be the home of the popular chain's latest standalone restaurant. The site, officially 447 Bayfield St., received permit approval from the city May 13.

It's unclear exactly when the fast-food location is expected to open. The

"We're excited by the idea of serving the Barrie community our delicious food prepared with highquality ingredients and delivering the remarkable service that makes a Chickfil-A different from any other restaurant, but we have nothing additional to share at this time," Bryan Malenius, a spokesperson for the chain, told Simcoe.com via email June 21.

A public meeting wasn't necessary for this proposal because the correct zoning was already in place, city spokesperson Scott LaMantia said.

"No public meetings or decisions of council are made with respect to site

WHAT'S GOING ON HERE?

plan control applications," he said. "Only if a form of zoning relief (such as a bylaw amendment or minor variance) was required would the application have gone to the public for consultation."

Atlanta-based Chickfil-A is a family-owned and

privately held company founded in 1967. It operates 2,400 restaurants across the United States and Canada.

The chain's entrees are predominantly chickenbased, featuring sandwiches, strips and nuggets. It's also known for its waffle

fries and milkshakes.

However, Chick-fil-A faced criticism and protests in recent years after then-president, now-board of directors chair Dan Cathy said in 2012 he believes in the "the biblical definition of the family unit" and that those who

"have the audacity to define what marriage is about" were "inviting God's judgment."

When the U.S. Supreme Court chose to support same-sex marriages a year later, Cathy posted on Twitter that the "founding fathers would be ashamed of our generation" and pronounced it a "sad day for our nation."

The company's charitable foundation has also donated millions to antiLGBTQ organizations, The Toronto Star reported in 2019.

The proposal is listed on the city's website as 509 Bayfield, the location of the Georgian Mall. Further details can be found under that address at barrie.ca. For more on the restaurant chain, visit chick-fila.ca.

Another apartment building is proposed for Barrie's south end.

The city's planning committee recently held a public meeting for 667, 669, 673 and 675 Yonge St., near the Montgomery Drive intersection.

JUST THE FACTS:

• If approved as planned, the project would include an eight-storey, mixed-use residential building with ground-floor commercial space.

• The 0.05-hectare site has about 90 metres of frontage on Yonge, and another 50 metres on Montgomery. It is located in the

Painswick South planning area, within walking distance of the Barrie South GO Transit station and St. Peter's Catholic Secondary School, and is surrounded by a mix of residential properties and commercial plazas.

• The developer says this project would contribute to the planning objectives of the intensification corridor and will "appropriately facilitate high-density residential development ... that supports the creation of a

complete community ... and efficient use of the surrounding facilities."

• Residents have expressed several concerns with the proposal, though, mostly related to its effect on traffic and the overall height of the building. Planning officials also want to ensure it is compatible with surrounding land uses, and that the project can be supported by city infrastructure.

• A staff report on the project is expected to be presented to the committee in the fourth quarter of 2022.

For more details, visit barrie.ca or contact planning file manager Madeline Kowalchuk (Snow) at 705-739-4220, ext. 4378, or madeline.snow@barrie.ca.

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TWENTY-TWO AREA SCHOOLS RECOGNIZED BY ECOSCHOOLS CANADA

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BRETT GLOVER bglover@metroland.com

Nearly two dozen public schools throughout Simcoe County have gotten the nod for being eco-friendly.

The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) says 22 of its schools, as well as the board itself, have received certification for sustainability and environmental responsibility by the environmental leadership or-

ganization EcoSchools

Canada. These efforts include waste-diversion and energy-conservation programs.

The schools recognized this year are:

Admiral Collingwood ES

Angus Morrison ES

Barrie North CI

Boyne River PS

Codrington PS

Collingwood CI

Connaught PS

Hillsdale ES

Innisdale SS

Lake Simcoe PS

Maple Ridge SS

Simcoe Shores SSNorth Barrie Campus

Simcoe Shores SS - Orillia Campus

Sunnybrae PS

Warnica PS

School boards can apply for certification from EcoSchools Canada, which is said to be both a framework and a toolbox for taking action and engaging in environmental education.

The SCDSB was also recently listed 11th by the Climate Challenge Network in its ranking of energy-efficient school boards in Ontario in 2022.

SITE IS LOCATED IN CITY'S SOUTH END, NEAR ST. PETER'S CATHOLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL

A rendering of a mixed-use building proposed for Yonge Street in Barrie's south end.

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NEARLY TWO DOZEN SCHOOLS CERTIFIED BY ORGANIZATION THAT ENCOURAGES ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND ACTION

The Simcoe County District School Board office.

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'WE'RE EXCITED BY THE IDEA OF SERVING THE BARRIE COMMUNITY OUR DELICIOUS FOOD'

This site in the Georgian Mall parking lot will host a Chick-fil-A restaurant.

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5 ONTARIO PARKS TO EXPLORE

SOUTHERN ONTARIO'S ULTIMATE PROVINCIAL PARK GUIDE FOR EXPLORING NATURE

For many, the arrival of summer means it’s time to start planning that longawaited road trip.

If you want to explore the wonders of wildlife in Ontario, make sure you are prepared and know what’s expected when visiting.

Here are some epic destinations to cross off your bucket-list.

ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL PARK

The provincial park offers dozens of wildlife viewing experiences, like world-

class trout fishing and spotting migrant birds. Located between Georgian Bay and the Ottawa River, the scenery is perfect for hiking and biking. Outdoor activities such as camping, skiing, snowshoeing and skating are also available. The site counts with barrier-free services, like toilets, campgrounds with barrier-free showers and flush toilets.

BON ECHO PROVINCIAL PARK

In the north of Kaladar, Bon Echo’s is the perfect spot to unplug from the city and immerse oneself in nature. Its landmark, Mazi-

naw Rock, is a 100-metre high cliff overlooking Mazinaw Lake featuring over 260 Indigenous pictographs. For the bird lovers, the peregrine falcon, a species of concern in Ontario, is often seen nesting on Mazinaw Rock. Hiking trails range from 1 km to 17 kms. According to Ontario Parks website, all comfort stations, including showers and flush toilets, are barrier-free.

DARLINGTON PROVINCIAL PARK

Located near the town of Courtice, between Bowmanville and Oshawa, Darlington Provincial Park is ready to welcome families in the summer. Its Discovery program teaches about the natural ecology and cultural history of Darlington. Evening films, campfires and singalongs, as well as guided hikes are on-

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ly some of the activities. On the weekends, special events also take place throughout the season. Darlington offers barrierfree campsites as well as barrier-free access to comfort stations, a park store and visitor centre.

KILLBEAR PROVINCIAL PARK

Located near the town of Nobel on Georgian Bay in the Parry Sound District of Ontario, Killbear’s rocky shoreline mixed with numerous sand beaches make it a great spot for hiking and biking. Some of the activities include swimming, canoeing/kayaking, boating/sailing and fishing. One of the main attractions is the 100-year-old windswept tree at Sunset Rocks, making it a popular destination for photo enthusiasts. If you are camping, make sure to bear-proof

your campsites, since the area is a natural habit for black bears. All comfort stations are barrier-free. There are nine designated wheelchair accessible campsites.

PRESQU’ILE PROVINCIAL PARK

Situated in the southeastern Northumberland County on the north shore of Lake Ontario near the town of Brighton, Presqu’ile Provincial Park is open all year, when you can

enjoy a walk, see ice cliffs and ice volcanoes. A discovery program is available in the summer with guided walks, conducted bird walks and other nature activities. Presqu’ile is home to the second-oldest operating lighthouse in Ontario. All comfort stations and two campsites are barrier-free access. In summer an access mat allows a solid base for unrestricted access from the Beach 1 parking lot to the beach.

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WHAT'S ON THIS WEEKEND IN SIMCOE COUNTY

CANADA DAY IN BARRIE —

Family-friendly activities

at Meridian Place (30 Simcoe St.), starting at 2 p.m. on Friday, July 1. There will be live entertainment, games and a Canadian wildlife display from Speaking of Wildlife. Enjoy fireworks over Kempenfelt Bay starting at 10 p.m.

ORO-MEDONTE FARMERS' MARKET — Hosts its grand opening on Canada Day, July 1, from noon to 8 p.m. Come shop local and support local. Location: OroMedonte Fairgrounds (80 Sideroad 15 and 16 E., Oro

Station). Details: oromedontecc.com

TOTTENHAM COMMUNITY

WEEK — A multi-day celebration of family and community spirit, held annually in the week surrounding Canada Day. With a variety of activities and events, this event offers something for everyone, both local and visiting. tottenhamcommunityweek.ca

ART IN THE PARK — Wasaga Beach Artists will be in Oakview Woods Park on Saturday, July 2, for the Annual Art in the Park event. Featuring live mu-

sic from Jenny Howes Duo. Location: Oakview Woods (1724 Mosley St., Wasaga Beach). Details: wasagaartists.ca

ELMVALE SCI-FI FANTASY

STREET PARTY — Dedicated to celebrating and promoting science fiction, fantasy and horror genres with diverse perspectives and rich, emotional journeys from around Ontario. In support of the Elmvale Food Bank. Costume contest, vendors and more. Held Saturday, July 2. Elmvale Community Hall (33 Queen St. W., Springwater). scififestival.ca

Hosting an event in Barrie, Orillia or Simcoe County and need to get the word out? Simcoe.com can help.

Oro-Medonte Farmers’ Market hosts its grand opening July 1 at the fairgrounds.

Metroland file photo

FIREWORKS DISPLAYS ON CANADA DAY IN SIMCOE COUNTY

SARA CARSON scarson@simcoe.com

Fireworks will light up the night sky throughout Simcoe County on Friday, July 1, to celebrate Canada's birthday. Visit the event websites for information on other activities you can join.

Find a fireworks display near you:

BARRIE — Over Kempenfelt Bay starting at 10 p.m. It can be seen from multiple vantage points along the waterfront. In case of inclement weather, fireworks will be held on Sat-

urday, July 2. barrie.ca/ Culture/Festivals/Pages/ CanadaDay.aspx.

BLUE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE

Mountaintop fireworks beginning at dusk. The village is located at 156 Jozo Weider Blvd., The Blue Mountains. bluemountainvillage.ca/events.

BRADFORD WEST GWILLIMBURY — Bradford and Dis-

PRO PHOTOGRAPHER HELPS YOU GET PERFECT FIREWORKS SHOT

trict Memorial Community Centre (125 Simcoe Rd., Bradford) beginning at 10 p.m. townofbwg.com/CanadaDay.

CREEMORE — Creemore and District Recreation Centre (218 Collingwood St., Creemore) at 9:45 p.m. clearview.ca/newsevents-meetings/eventscalendar/canada-day-celebrations.

MIDLAND — Fireworks at Little Lake Park (606 Little Lake Park Rd, Midland) at dusk. midland.ca.

ORILLIA — Couchiching Beach Park (140 Canice St., Orillia) at dusk. orilliacanadaday.ca.

TOTTENHAM — Tottenham Conservation Area (6787 4th Line, Tottenham) starting at dusk. Newtecumseth.ca/events.

STEVE SOMERVILLE ssomerville@yrmg.com

With so many fireworks shows coming up, here are some suggestions for better photos.

•Use a tripod and remote shutter or cable release. Fireworks require long exposures, so your camera needs to be perfectly steady.

• In manual mode, start with these settings: 100-ISO (for highest quality), f5.6 or f8, two seconds shutter speed, then five seconds, then 10 seconds. Do a test prior to the show. See what settings work best. You may need to try different settings, depending on how close and bright the fireworks are. At five seconds, you usually can capture the long trail of lights from the explosion. Try to in-

clude a foreground — cityscapes, motionless people or trees, for instance.

• If there is no wind, predicting where the fireworks will burst and trail down is somewhat easy and should provide more opportunities for successful images. Aim for "rule of

thirds" compositions, despite the unpredictability of fireworks burst locations. Be patient and try again.

There are numerous spots to watch fireworks on Canada Day in Simcoe County.

Metroland file photo

Steve Somerville is a staff photographer with Metroland Media in York Region and also teaches photography classes.

The five-second exposure time used to shoot this image allowed the fireworks' trails to be captured in all their colourful glory.

Steve Somerville/Metroland

TAKE A BOOZE CRUISE THROUGH SIMCOE COUNTY - AND SLIGHTLY BEYOND

ka in 2013. The farm-crafted potato vodka, Poitín, sweet potato vodka, and potato gin is grown, peeled, mashed and distilled right on site. For more information, call705-435-2444 or visitbeattiesdistillers.com.

SARA CARSON scarson@simcoe.com

BARNSTORMER BREWING AND DISTILLING CO.

This award-winning brewery, distillery and restaurant prides itself on natural, sustainable and 'true to the craft' beer and spirits. Try the 400 Blonde Ale, Czechlist Pilsner, Wind-Shear Watermelon Ale or Flight Delay IPA. For more information, call705-481-1701 or check out barnstormerbrewing.com.

LOCATION: 384 Yonge St., Unit No. 3, Barrie or 265 King St. N., Alliston.

BEATTIE'S DISTILLERS

The family has been farming potatoes in Alliston for five generations and started making vod-

LOCATION: 6673 Line 13, Alliston.

THE COLLINGWOOD BREWERY

Come for the beer and stick around for the company at this brewery, taproom, beer garden and retail store. Try the Kingpost ESB, White's Bay IPA, Hazy Session Ale, Gettin' Juicy Wit It wheat beer/session IPA mashup, or the 1854 Anniversary Blanche. For hours, or to book an event, call 705-444-2337 or check out thecollingwoodbrewery.com.

LOCATION: 10 Sandford Fleming Dr., Collingwood.

CREEMORE SPRINGS BREWERY

Made with water from Creemore springs, the beer is firebrewed in small batches in an authentic copper kettle. The brewery does virtual tasting events and can help you set up your

home bar with custom bars, fridges and taps for sale. Try the Lot 9 Pilsner, Boundless IPA, Helles Light Lager or Lavender Sour. Call 705-466-2240 or visit creemoresprings.com.

LOCATION: 139 Mill St., Creemore.

FLYING MONKEYS CRAFT BREWERY

These craft brewers began as home brewers for cheapness, utility and curiosity. Flying Monkeys has 16 craft beers right now, with everything from the Antigravity Lager to the Chocolate Manifesto

Imperial Triple Chocolate Milk Stout, as well as four seltzers. For more information, call 705-8067089 or go to flyingmonkeys.ca.

LOCATION: 107 Dunlop St. E., Barrie.

GEORGIAN HILLS VINEYARDS

Enjoy locally grown and made wines in the tasting room, by the fire, on the patio or under an apple tree. Try the Chardonnay 2017 or Pinot Noir Cuvee Wismer Vineyards 2016. Call 519-599-2255or check out georgianhillsvineyards.ca for more information.

LOCATION: 496350 Grey County Rd. 2, Blue Mountains.

THORNBURY VILLAGE CIDER HOUSE

Thornbury is the largest apple-growing region in Ontario. Try the Thornbury Premium Apple Cider, Cranberry Apple Cider and Blood Orange Apple Cider. They also make craft beer and seltzer. Call 519-599-2616or visit thornburycraft.com.

LOCATION: 90 King St. E., Thornbury.

In this file photo, Barnstormer Brewing and Distilling manager Shauna Stacey holds a pint of beer at the brewery's restaurant in Barrie.

Metroland file photo

DRINK LOCAL: CHECK OUT LOCAL BREWERIES, WINERIES, CIDERIES AND A DISTILLERY

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INTHEMATTEROF anapplicationbyTheCorporationoftheCityofBarrieforapprovalto expropriatelandinfeesimpleforthepurposeofadaylightingtriangle.

NOTICEISHEREBYGIVEN thatapplicationhasbeenmadeforapprovaltoexpropriateland infeesimpleoverthelanddescribedasfollows:

PartofBlocks17&18,Plan51M185beingPart2onPlan51R43381,CityofBarrie, CountyofSimcoe;beingPARTofPIN58766-0367(LT)

Anyowneroflandsinrespectofwhichnoticeisgivenwhodesiresaninquiryintowhether thetakingofsuchlandisfair,soundandreasonablynecessaryintheachievementofthe objectivesoftheexpropriatingauthorityshallsonotifytheapprovingauthorityinwriting:

(a)inthecaseofaregisteredowner,servedpersonallyorbyregisteredmailwithinthirtydays aftershe/heisservedwiththenotice,or,whenshe/heisservedbypublication,within thirtydaysafterthefirstpublicationofthenotice;

(b)inthecaseofanownerwhoisnotaregisteredowner,withinthirtydaysafterthefirst publicationofthenotice.

TheapprovingauthorityisCouncilforTheCorporationoftheCityofBarrie,70CollierStreet, P.O.Box400,Barrie,Ontario,L4M4T5.

THECORPORATIONOFTHECITYOFBARRIE

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ThisNoticewasfirstpublishedonthe30thdayofJune,2022

MAKE US SMILE SIMCOE COUNTY

Joanne Washburn of Midhurst sent us this photo taken while she was working at the Simcoe County Administration Centre in Midhurst in August 2021.

At the time, the building was deserted and the snail appeared on the window behind her desk. She wrote, "It was like the snail was looking in asking, 'Where is everyone?'"

Do you have a photo for Make Us Smile? Please send it to newsroom@simcoe.com with the subject "Make Us Smile."

Joanne Washburn, of Midhurst, sent us this photo from taken while she was working at the Simcoe County Administration Centre in Midhurst in August 2021. At the time, the building was basically deserted and tje snail appeared on the window behind her desk. She wrote, "It was like the snail was looking in asking, 'Where is everyone?'"

When submitting your high-resolution photo, please make sure it is saved in JPEG format and include the following information in your email:

• First and last names of

the people pictured.

• Date and location the photo was taken.

• Your full name, or the full name of the photographer, and the community you live in.

Joanne Washburn photo

GIFT REGISTRY OPENS FOR ADDICTION RECOVERY SITE

the facility. This is housewarming that makes a difference."

NOTICEOFAPPLICATIONFORAPPROVAL TOEXPROPRIATELAND

INTHEMATTEROF anapplicationbyTheCorporationoftheCityofBarrieforapprovalto expropriatelandinfeesimpleforthepurposeofadaylightingtriangle.

Cornerstone to Recovery's women's in-patient recovery facility needs a helping hand to lift itself off the ground.

So the not-for-profit organization has opened a housewarming gift registry to help fill the new facility with items that will assist guests in the addiction recovery process, once the site opens in Barrie in September.

"The gift registry provides an immediate opportunity for the community to play an integral role in the development of the new facility while helping Cornerstone to acquire these urgently needed resourc-

es," facility director LoriAnn Seward said. "The gift registry has been set up with items ranging from small kitchen items to linens, and gives anyone the opportunity to purchase and donate needed items to

Guests will be provided with a 90-day stay that includes a holistic program, family counselling, re-employment training and a lifetime of aftercare.

There is a critical shortage of treatment centres for women in Ontario; only one-third of the available beds in the province are designated for them, Seward said.

Barrie's facility will be the first such recovery site for women in the Simcoe County area. It will provide 10 residential and three transitional program rooms, she said.

To donate to the registry, visit myregistry.com.

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PartofBlock19,Plan51M185beingPart1onPlan51R43381,CityofBarrie,Countyof Simcoe;beingPARTofPIN58766-0424(LT)

Anyowneroflandsinrespectofwhichnoticeisgivenwhodesiresaninquiryintowhether thetakingofsuchlandisfair,soundandreasonablynecessaryintheachievementofthe objectivesoftheexpropriatingauthorityshallsonotifytheapprovingauthorityinwriting:

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TheapprovingauthorityisCouncilforTheCorporationoftheCityofBarrie,70CollierStreet, P.O.Box400,Barrie,Ontario,L4M4T5.

THECORPORATIONOFTHECITYOFBARRIE

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Cornerstone to Recovery is aiming to open its women's in-patient addiction recovery facility in Barrie in September.

Chris Simon/Metroland

UMPIRE SHORTAGE BEING

FELT ON THE BALL

FIELDS

Deliver smarter.

YOURFIRSTWEEKOFDELIVERIES, UPTO1,000PARCELSFREE*

It might be America's most-loved sport, but it's getting tougher to find baseball umpires.

Barrie Minor Baseball Association coaches received a note earlier this summer warning about a lack of umpires for games.

"There is an extreme umpire shortage in Barrie, in Ontario and across Canada for that matter," the Barrie Minor Baseball Association told coaches recently. "Inexperienced umpires are being placed into high level rep/elite games, just so those games can happen. At the house league level, games are forced to go on with one umpire or sometimes games are cancelled or self-umpired because of no availability."

"Kids need sport and if we drive officials away, it won't happen," said Don Michel, Umpire-InCharge of the Midland-Penetang Baseball Association.

He knows the area is struggling, because he's heard of other Simcoe County leagues asking for assistance.

"If it wasn't for umpires, there wouldn't be any organized sport. We have to give more respect to our officials."

The very reason he got into umping baseball five years ago was because he

didn't like some of the calls he was seeing at his kid's games, and he wanted to put his money where his mouth was.

Now, he's doing what he can to mentor new recruits.

Two reasons he thinks the province is struggling to find umpires is because several seasoned ones retired during the pandemic.

"The other issue is I've had to entice young ones. They've gone to some of the older kids' games and see how umpires are treated. There's some belittling of umpires and arguing, when it's really not necessary."

In Midland, Michel is training three new umpires this season, two 13

year olds and a 17 year old.

"They are youth and don't know what to do when an adult is screaming at them. We've all been taught to respect our elders," he said. "I explain that people have emotions and we have to learn to deal with them in a professional manner."

He said overall, the ballpark atmosphere is more supportive than a hockey rink.

Umpires are paid positions and have to be recertified annually.

It's too late to sign up for the job for this season, but males and females are welcome to learn more for 2023. Visit your local minor baseball league's website to learn more.

JANIS RAMSAY jramsay@simcoe.com

"IF IT WASN'T FOR UMPIRES, THERE WOULDN'T BE ANY ORGANIZED SPORT. WE HAVE TO GIVE MORE RESPECT TO OUR OFFICIALS"

Midland-area umpire Don Michel at home plate earlier in his umpiring career.

Don Michel photo

OBITUARIES ANNOUNCEMENTS

ELLIOTSON,Stanley

GRADUATIONS

DOIRON,YvetteMarte (néeGilbert)

September28,1926 -June20,2022

Passedpeacefullywithfamily byhersideonMonday,June 20th,2022afteradifficult battlewithdementia.Beloved wifeofthelateGerardDoiron (2010).DearmotherofGary, Shirley(Dave),Patricia (James),Joanne,andNancy (Mark).CherishedgrandmotherofStepheny,Jennifer, Benjamin,Anna,Matthew, Jeffery,Michael,Johnathon, Donnie,Laura,andgreatgrandmotherofLora,John, Noah,Hope,Cali,Edan,Maya, andLevi.Survivedbyher sisterMadeleine.

Predeceasedbyherparents

GeorgesandClara(néeRoy)

Gilbert,andhersiblings

Jeannine,Anita,Claire, Carmelle,Ghislaine,Raymond, Nazaire,andGerard.

Yvettewasalifetimemember oftheArmyNavyAirForce (ANAF)andLadiesAuxiliary, aswellasamemberofthe CatholicWomen'sLeague (CWL).Shewasawonderful babysitterandaffectionately knownas"Nanny"tomany children.

Thefamilywouldliketothank thestaffoftheI.O.O.F.Long TermCareHomefortheir compassionateandloving care.

Ifdesired,donationsin

Yvette'smemorymaybe madetotheAlzheimerSociety ofCanadaoracharityof choiceandaregreatly appreciatedbythefamily.

Onlinememoriesand condolencesmaybe forwardedvia www.steckleygooderham.com

VANBOXMEER,Paul AnthonyMartin

ThefamilyofPaulAnthony MartinVanBoxmeerannounceswithgreatsorrowhis passingonJune11,2022in his59thyear,athishomein Barriefollowingabriefillness. BelovedsonofTedandAnne VanBoxmeerofCollingwood. MuchlovedbrotherofMary Steer(Duncan),Annette Manson(Bill),Shirley Houghton(Ed),MichaelVan Boxmeer(Trish),PeterVan Boxmeer(Shelley),Patricia VanBoxmeer(JohnBlanchet) andLisaBelanger.Deeply missedandcherishedby girlfriendMaryMarch,and manyniecesandnephews. Paulwasanaccomplished CharteredProfessionalAccountant(GlobalTaxSpecialist) forthepast33years.Hewas anavidoutdoorenthusiast whoenjoyedskiing,cycling andcurling.Helovedspendingtimewithfamilyand friendsonthewatersof KempenfeltBayandonthe golfcourse.AtPaul'srequest, therewillbenofuneral service.Inlieuofflowers,a donationinmemoryofPaulto acharityofyourchoicewould begratefullyappreciated.

HARRIS,GeorgeRussell

78,passedawayatRoyal VictoriaHospitalonJune5th, 2022.Hewasbornon September19,1943toViolet andRussellHarrisinBarrie

ON.OnSeptember6,1968he marriedWillyNoordegraaff andtheywentontohave4 children.Charles(Teresa) Harris,Melissa(Kevin) Everton,Geoff(Heather) HarrisandTeressa(Erich) Aldebert.Hewillbegreatly missedbyhiswifeWilly,his4 children,11grandchildrenand 4great-grandchildren.Heis predeceasedbyhissisters RuthHarris,Pearl(Len) Cumming,Edna(Franklin) Higginsonandheissurvived byhissisterMarie(Hoyle) Campbell.Georgewasalong -timememberofthe community,aproudfarmer andalwayslovedtostopand talkwithpeople.AFuneral Serviceandburialhasalready takenplace.

Peacefullywenttobewiththe LordatDufferinOakson Saturday,June18,2022atthe ageof75.Stanissurvivedby hiswifeDarlene;hischildren: Joseph(Jenny),Jason(Kellie), Diana(Rett)McGibbon,Jeffrey (Shannon)andJonathan (Jessica);hisgrandchildren: Elias,Kyden,Alayna,Jace, Asher,Calia,Adelaide,Oakley, Charlotte,Wilder,Laken, Shepard,Dawson,Elora, Wesley,DallasandMackenzie; hisolderbrotherEdward (Susan).Stanwillalsobe greatlymissedbyother relativesandmanyfriends. FuneralServicewillbeheldat theDods&McNairFuneral Home,Chapel&Reception Centre,21FirstSt., OrangevilleonMonday,June 27,2022at11:00a.m. Visitationwillbeginat10:00 a.m.(Onthedayofthe service,towatchthewebcast oftheservice,pleasescroll downtothebottomofthe pagewhereyouwillfindthe playbutton)Intermentto followReceptionatBarrie UnionCemetery.Atreewillbe plantedinmemoryofStanin theDods&McNairMemorial ForestattheIslandLake ConservationArea,Orangeville.20thAnnualDedication Servicewillbeheldon Sunday,September11,2022 at2:00p.m. Condolencesmaybeoffered tothefamilyat www.dodsandmcnair.com

GladysPecholcs

StillQueenofherHiveat85

HappyBirthday!

PleasejoinGladysandher familyforthiscelebrationat anOpenHouse onSundayJuly10,2022

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WellDone

June7,2022

RichardRoyWelch PhD,inCultural Studies/English YorkUniversity, Convocation2022

withPridehisparentsMary andMurray.

We are sad within our memory, lonely are our hearts today; for the one we loved so dearly has forever been called away. We think of you in silence, no eye may see us weep; but many silent tears are shed when others are asleep.

sweet little flower, nipped in the bud, no grief or sorrow knew; just came to earth to win our love and then to Heaven withdrew.

stain was on your little heart, sin had not entered there; and innocence slept sweetly on that pale white brow so fair.

The rolling stream of life rolls on. But still the vacant chair recalls the love, the voice, the smile of the one who once sat there.

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