FRIENDS of

The Kemptville Horticultural Society will hold its annual spring plant sale on Saturday, May 13, from 9 to 12 at 75 Campus Drive on the Kemptville Campus. There will be, as always, a good selection of perennials that will be looking to find that special place in your garden. So, if you are eager to get an early jump on gardening, join us for some excellent deals. Anyone wishing to donate potted-up perennials (bagged tubers and bulbs), may drop them off at the sale location on Friday, May 12 from 9 to 12.

To get there, come in off of County Road 44 onto Curtis Ave at the former rail tracks. Parking is available at the greenhouses and access to the plant sale will be at the back entrance of the greenhouses.

If you have any questions, call Linda at 613258-2115.

Thanks to a good turn out, and an engaging presentation by author, journalist and musician, Phil Jenkins, the Friends of North Grenville Public Library had a very successful annual general meeting on April 2, 2023. Phil shared entertaining stories of his interviews with established Canadian authors. He not only reminded us of the value of storytelling, but had us recalling stories that we have enjoyed over the years. He concluded his presentation with two of his own lovely ballads.

Thanks to Jane Rocchio, Barbara Rousseau, and Jude Fader Levere, there were a variety of delicious refreshments to enjoy during intermission before the business meeting.

After the annual re- ports, which can be read on the website, were accepted, the Friends executive for the up-coming year was elected. Until a new secretary volunteers, Jude Fader Levere and Joan Simpson will act as both Co-Chairs and Secretary. Barbara Rousseau will continue as Treasurer and Barb McDerby, Jeffrey Murray, and Jane Rocchio will continue as membersat-large.

Another highlight of the afternoon was the presentation of the Star of the Library

Award to Mary Carlson. Mary has been involved with Kemptville/ North Grenville Public Library since she started going to the library with her mother as a youngster. She began giving back during her high school years by volunteering at the Oxford Mills Branch. Many years later she became a member of both the Friends and the Library Board of North Grenville Public Library. She remains an active participant in both groups.

LAND TITLES ACT NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ABSOLUTE TITLE (Subsection 46(2) of the Act) RE: PIN 68117-0102

To: Anyone with an interest in the lands known as PIN 68117-0102 on County Road No. 18, Oxford Mills

Re: PIN 68117-0102, being Part of Lot 17, Concession 4 Oxford, in the Municipality of North Grenville, Geographic Township of Oxford, being designated as Parts 1 and 2 on the draft Reference Plan attached signed by Emmett Ketchum, O.L.S and dated 7th day of March, 2023. Subject to an easement over Part 2 on the draft Reference Plan, as in OF10069

The said plan is available for inspection at the office of the Solicitor for the Applicant:

SPITERI & URSULAK LLP

Attn: Christopher Spiteri

1010 – 141 Laurier Avenue W., Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 5J3

TAKE NOTICE THAT ARCHSTONE CONSTRUCTION INC., herein called the applicant(s), intends to apply to be registered as the owner(s) with an absolute title to the above described land. And take notice that any person claiming to have any title to or interest in the said land or any part of it is required on or before the 1st day of May, 2023 to file a statement of objection, which sets out the nature and extent of the interest claimed in the objection, together with all evidence, documents or legal provisions and precedents relied upon in support of the objection, directed to the land registrar at the address of the solicitor for the Applicant set out above.

If no such statement of objection is filed by May 1, 2023, I will proceed with the application and any interest you may claim in the subject property will be thereby extinguished and you will not be entitled to receive any further notice with respect to the proceedings.

DATED at Ottawa this 30th day of March, 2023

Christopher Spiteri Solicitor for the Applicant

30 for 30 Campaign reaches its goal

Beth Donovan Hospice is happy to announce that they have raised $30,000 through their 30 for 30 campaign. In honour of the hospice’s 30th Anniversary, donations were collected through the sale of paper butterflies, craft and bake sales, third-party fundraising events, as well as through private donations.

We must thank the many businesses, community partners, and private donors who helped us reached our goal. Many thanks to B&H Grocer who was our top retail fundraiser.

All funds raised will go directly to the continued operation of our many services including In-Home visiting, Equipment Lending, Day Hospice, and the Grief and Bereavement programs.

Beth Donovan Hospice serves individuals and their families as they navigate the challenges of life-limiting illnesses and end-oflife transitions. Founded through the compassion and vision of generous volunteers, Beth Donovan Hospice has been providing services for over 30 years.

We serve the communities of North Grenville, Merrickville-Wolford, Spencerville, North Gower, and beyond. All members of the community who have any life-limiting illness or are recently bereaved can access our services free of charge.

Ongoing fundraising is necessary for Beth Donovan Hospice to continue providing compassionate support and professional care to those in our community at end-of-life, their caregivers, and the bereaved. For more information on how you can help, please visit our website at www.bethdonovanhospice. ca, or email us at bdh@ bethdonovanhospice.ca.

NG Poetry Guild winds up for the Summer

by Ashley Sloan

The North Grenville Poetry Guild hosted their final meeting last Thursday, April 20, before taking a break for the summer months. As April is National Poetry month, the group is looking forward to celebrating and recognizing the event. The National League of Poets has chosen ‘Joy' as this year's theme.

Another important date to remember is April 28. It will be recognized as ‘Poem in Your Pocket Day', where you carry a poem with you and are encouraged to share with others.

Here are some ways that you can celebrate: share a poem that you loved as a child with your family and friends; bring back the fun memories of writing poems when you were in grade school; challenge your friends to an improv Haiku, and share on social media using the tag #NPM23.

For more information you can send an email to ngpoetry@yahoo.com.

Municipal Office Hours

The Municipal office is open to the public Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Visit our events calendar to find out what’s happening in the community: www.northgrenville.ca/events

Sign-up to receive Mayor Peckford’s e-newsletter at: northgrenville.ca/connect.

UPCOMING MEETINGS

COUNCIL MEETINGS

Please see the Council agenda for further details on how to participate in Council meetings. All Council meetings will be live streamed on YouTube at: youtube.com/user/NorthGrenville/featured and on the Municipality’s website at: www.northgrenville.ca/meetings.

To make a deputation in relation to an item on the agenda, please provide your comments no later than two hours prior to the start of the meeting to clerk@northgrenville.on.ca. Council agendas are available at: www.northgrenville.ca/meetings.

• Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. (Open Session) – Council Chambers

• Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. (Open Session) – Council Chambers

COMMITTEE MEETINGS

Committees may be meeting in-person or virtually. Please see the Committee agenda for details on how to attend. Agendas can be found on the Municipal website at www.northgrenville.ca/meetings.

• Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee – Monday, May 1 at 3:00 p.m.

• Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee – Wednesday, May 3 at 4:15 p.m.

• Health, Wellness and Fitness Advisory Committee – Monday, May 8, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.

Volunteer And Employment Opportunities

Advisory Committees

The Municipality continues to accept applications for members to various advisory committees. Join the conversation regarding the community!

Visit northgrenville.ca/committees for more information on how to apply. For questions, please contact the Clerk by email at clerk@northgrenville.on.ca or by telephone at 613-258-9569 ext 171.

The Municipality of North Grenville

285 County Rd. 44, PO Box 130 , Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0 Tel: 613-258-9569 Fax: 613-258-9620 general@northgrenville.on.ca www.NorthGrenville.ca

Building: 613-258-9569 x130 Fax: 613-258-1441

Fire Services Info: 613-258-9569 x201

Fax: 613-258-1031

By-Law Services: email: bylawinquiries@northgrenville.on.ca

613-258-9569 x211

Police Administration: 613-258-3441

Animal Control: 613-862-9002

OPP News

On April 18, at around 4:00 p.m., officers from Grenville County OPP responded to a call of shoplifting in progress at a nearby store located on Colonnade Drive, Kemptville. Officers located and arrested the male and seized the unpaid items in his possession.

A man, aged 41, from Brossard QC, was charged under the Criminal Code (CC) with:

Theft over $5,000- shoplifting

Possession property obtained by crime over $5,000

The accused was held for a bail hearing the following day at the Brockville Ontario Court of Justice.

If you have any information on the above investigations or any other please contact Grenville OPP on 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-(TIPS) 8477 or submit your tip on-line at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca. Crime Stoppers does not want your name, you don't go to court, and you could earn cash reward.

OPP charge male with sexual assault

(MERRICKVILLE-WOLFORD, ON) - The Grenville County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a male following a sexual assault complaint. On March 3, 2023, the OPP received a complaint from a female regarding a sexual assault that occurred during the daytime in the village of Merrickville-Wolford. As a result of the investigation, a 59 year old, from North Grenville, Ontario, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

· Sexual assault - two counts

· Harassing communications

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville at a later date.

It is never too late to report a sexual assault to police. If you have any information about this incident or any other sexual assault, please call the Grenville County OPP at 1-888310-1122.