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From the Economic Development eNews Did you know this area is home to a 6,000-hectare community forest filled with multi-use trails and boardwalks open to you for your next outdoor adventure? Check out this Limerick Forest Video introducing you to one of Leeds Grenville's hidden treasures that is so special you might only tell your closest friends about it: https://youtu.be/fGFNMM_ Kibg. "It offers so many different things to so many people," says Forest Manager Geoff McVey. This community forest is sustainably managed and owned by the United
Counties of Leeds and Grenville. "It truly is a gem and we want people to know it's there for everyone to enjoy," says Geoff, adding it is a combination of natural forest, plantation and wetlands with lots of wildlife. Limerick is made up of four major forest areas with various access points. There is the Limerick South block near Oxford Station in North Grenville where the Interpretive Centre is located, the Limerick North block off Bolton Road on the edge of Merrickville, the North Augusta Block east of that community, and the Cranberry Lake portion southwest of Merrickville. There are also
some smaller sections scattered around the Counties. Recreational activities within Limerick Forest are associated with its 180 kilometres of trails and access roads. In winter, there are 30 kilometres of groomed snowmobile trails maintained by the Leeds & Grenville Snowmobile Association. Two cross- country ski trails and a newly-built "Children's Trail" are located at the Interpretive Centre. The Counties EarlyON children's program operates three days a week at the centre. The forest trails are multiuse, including cycling, horseback riding and hiking. ATV and dirt bike riders must belong to an association,
including the Ontario Federation of All Terrain Vehicles (OFATV), the Johnstown ATV Club and the Ontario Federation of Trail Riders (OFTR). Trails and boardwalks are built and maintained by the Friends of Limerick volunteer group made up of forest users, including the Bytown Motorcycle Association and the Johnstown ATV Club. Learn how you can access the sections of Limerick Forest with downloadable trail maps. Visit our Limerick Forest webpage for more details and contact information: www.leedsgrenville.com/ en/limerick-forest/limerickforest.aspx.
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Kemptville Salvation Army Thrift Shop celebrates reopening “generating the funds that we need to keep going.” She also noted that the volunteers and community support in meeting increased demand has been outstanding. In attendance at the grand opening included a number of Salvation Army representatives: our own Erin and Calvin Wong, spokesperson Glenn Van Gulik, and members of the Salvation Army provincial headquarters, Major Tina Rideout and Major Chris Rideout. Also in attendance were Judy and Jim Beveridge of B&H Your Community Grocer. Jim and Volunteers who devoted their time and resources to renovating and setting up the new store Judy are the landlords of the were recognized before the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. new facility, and generously offered a year of free rent prizes. the community. by Rachel Everett-Fry Though the store has been Erin Wong, pastors of the to the Salvation Army as Local Journalism Initiative Reporter open for shopping for some Kemptville Salvation Army they renovated the building. The Kemptville Salva- time, an official opening was Church, noted that 130 indi- Dozens of the volunteers tion Army Thrift Shop held delayed due to Covid-19 viduals and families are cur- and members of staff who a grand opening celebration lockdowns. The new location rently being supported by the have made the new store so on July 16. The celebra- is worthy of celebration: is it Salvation Army food bank. exceptional were also present, tion, held on location at 200 much larger than the previ- Regretfully, she says, this and were recognized for their Sanders Street, included a ous location on Asa Street, number is triple what it was contributions to the project. ribbon cutting ceremony, a beautifully appointed, and before the pandemic struck. Mayor Peckford said that, food truck, promotions, and centrally located to best serve The new store, however, is, “unequivocally, this Salvation Army is an absolute gem in this community. I can't tell you how many calls we take from residents in distress. And our first piece of advice is, you need to call the Salvation Army. We're not as well In Kamloops, B.C., the bodies of 215 children were discovered at the end of May. Following serviced in North Granville this, two more announcements have been made about the discovery of hundreds of unmarked as we need to be when it graves and remains of Indigenous children at two more former residential school grounds in comes to mental health, when Saskatchewan and British Columbia. These tragic deaths were never acknowledged, parents it comes to housing, when it never got to know what happened to them and never had the opportunity to properly bury or comes to food security, when mourn their deaths. Family and Children’s Services of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville welcomes it comes to supporting resithe Ontario government’s announcement of $10 million dollars to help support the investigation dents who are struggling: no matter their age, their stage of Indian Residential School burial sites across the province. Our nation’s catastrophic failures which led to the establishment of Residential Schools must in life, their professional be rectified, and we at FCSLLG are determined to be part of the solution. We are committed background. It can happen to being part of a social system that promotes equitable outcomes for all children and families, to any one of us. And I really challenging the colonial practices which have led to the over-representation of Indigenous chil- appreciate that the Salvation dren and youth in our care and across the province. Through education of staff, board members Army is a place that we can and community partners, we will all learn how best to deliver services to Indigenous children send people, and know they and families in culturally appropriate ways, always cognizant of the terrible errors of the past. will be treated with dignity We cannot undo that which has been done, but as an agency we can commit to action and great care. It's a wonderful day for North Granville.” towards truth and reconciliation.
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Robert Grandmaison and his prize bag of local goodies by David Shanahan Robert Grandmaison was the winner of the latest giveaway draw by the North Grenville Times. For the past month, all of those who took out a voluntary subscription to the Times were entered into a draw for a goody bag packed full of locally made products. The draw was held on July 1, and Robert’s was the name drawn. The following items were purchased from MY LOCAL MARKETS: Mug from Mordy Handmade Variety 5 Pot Coffee Pack from Rideau Roastery Dryer Balls from Alpaca Tracks Jam Grammies Jammies Vichos Honey A plant from Kemptville Campus Greenhouse Van Turken Pin Maple Butter from On the Bend (Syrup from Campus) Shortbread Cookies from Maggies Shortbread (Kemptville) Lip Balm from Little Green Toad (Oxford Mills) The bag that holds all the items is a handmade North Grenville Times newspaper delivery bag The package also included a set of small bowls made by Pat Jessop of Jesrae Ceramics, and a copy of Pictures of the Past, by Dr. David Shanahan.
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I’m not sure if people were always this simplistic, or is it the result of too much Facebook and Twitter and other “platforms” that have encouraged this approach to life in all its aspects? What I mean is this increasing policy of zero sum issues. That means having the attitude that if I win, you lose, and if you win, I lose. It shows itself in the stand people take that says, everything is either good or evil, people are either great or devils, politics is all about good guys and bad guys. There seems little room for discussion, for sharing differing views and considering other points of view. Perhaps I am being a bit jaded with things these days. Last week, I wrote an article that gently criticised the municipal council, and was then attacked for denying all the good they’ve done. This in spite of the fact that the article
did say they were the best council we’ve ever had since amalgamation, and myriad articles in praise of their efforts over the past almost three years. No, that was not good enough: I dared to point out something where I think they could have done better, and that was the same, in some peoples’ eyes as condemning them completely. Which is, in fact, what other readers did: comments on Facebook took my article and categorically announced that this council is “useless”. Talk about zero sum politics! The entire situation arose out of some remarks made at a council meeting, and in (yet again) Facebook posts, which basically said: “I voted for this mayor before, but after this prison issue, I won’t vote for her again”. Really? You would prefer to forget the energy, integrity, and positive initiatives of this council, and the incredible way in which they responded to
Letters to the Editor Dear Editor, I wish to respond to the letter you published from James Balkwill. I write as a Non-Indigenous mother and grandmother of an Inuit family, with three First Nations sons in law. I have spent a life-time learning the gifts and the wisdom held out to us by the First Peoples of this land, and still know so little, compared to the richness of knowledge and experience that the First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples possess and have offered to each of us whose families have immigrated here over the last two hundred years. Unfortunately, I also know first hand what it is like to live through (some of) the intergenerational trauma waves – no, Tsunami Waves – that First Nations, Inuit and Metis individuals, families and communities are dealing with, as a result of the Government of Canada not living up to their side of the Treaties. Believe me, there are still so many other stories of atrocities experienced at the hand of agents of government policies to ‘beat the native out of the natives’ over the last 150 years, that are not yet spoken. As a country we still
have much truth to uncover, to accommodate and to ‘make right’. As a Treaty Canadian himself, (by virtue of the fact that our Government representatives sign on behalf of all “Canadian” citizens), Mr. Balkwill needs to know that, no matter how much he may like to minimize the ‘inconvenient’ truths that are presently coming to light in our country regarding the mistreatment of our Indigenous peoples, they will not go away. He and all Canadians would do well to get beyond the ‘not knowing that he doesn’t know’ and diligently research the truths of our Canadian history. Unfortunately, our educational systems, and even “libraries” (whether hard copy or digital), particularly in the past, have not adequately made these truths available to us, due to a backlog of decades of not hearing – or is that silencing?- First Nations, Inuit and Metis voices. So it is now up to each of us, as individuals, families, communities, and places of work, not to mention government ‘agencies’, to actively seek to understand these truths – and gifts – now, each in the context of our own lives.
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the pandemic crisis, because they haven’t done what you wanted on this one issue? Democracy should mean that we can openly and critically debate issues without resorting to winner-loser behaviour. Agree to disagree, and feel free to state your position either way. Drawing lines in the sand generally means everyone loses in the long run. Of course, no-one likes to be criticised - even more, no-one likes to be condemned for what they believe or think. What makes criticism particularly hard to take is when those doing the criticising clearly don’t know the full story. I have been roundly condemned by a few people over an article I wrote about an Indian Residential School at Spanish, on Lake Huron. The mistake I made, apparently, was to say it was “one of the best” of its type. The very suggestion that it was not a pit of depravity, rape, torture and
genocide was enough to make me a racist in the eyes of my critics. Zero sum, again. If it is not great, its awful; if it’s not the worst, then someone is lying. It was beside the fact that I happened to have researched and written a book on that school’s history, or that I have spent my entire professional career working for and with indigenous people. No, these people who had done none of the research, none of the reading of the Truth and Reconciliation report on IRS institutions, felt quite qualified to make accusations of racism, lying, distorting facts, etc., with apparent ease and self righteousness. This has to stop. People need to think between the lines, to realise that not everything is one thing or another: that there are good and bad, right and wrong, in almost every aspect of life. None of us is perfectly right all the time. Nor are we perfectly wrong all the time either. It
is perfectly fine to disagree with another person’s opinion, as long as it is done on an informed basis. Informed: that is surely the key here. Too much of our political debate is not as informed as it perhaps should be, Likewise, much of our media coverage of issues like the IRS scandal is uninformed, knee-jerk reaction designed to make headlines, not informed discussion of issues that deserve better that they get. As for our local issue of the day: both sides need to get some perspective. The last council was dismissed because, in part, they actually told residents that they, the council, were above criticism. That was both arrogant and fatal to their political careers. At the same time, those who threaten to throw this current lot out, in spite of the enormous good they have done in the face of unprecedented times, need to be careful what they wish for. You may
not like how this council has handled this one issue: but there are far worse ideas out there that could take their place. This is not a matter of the devil you know being better than the one you don’t. It is a matter of appreciating what we have now, and being willing to enter into open dialogue (on both sides) instead of simply condemning. The sad fact I am facing, even as I write this, is that haters will hate, there will always be those who will jump at the chance to criticise, judge, condemn. To quote Kristofferson once again: “'Cause everybody's gotta have somebody to look down on, who they can feel better than at any time they please”. Or, perhaps more importantly, the words of George Harrison: “Watch out now. Take care, beware the thoughts that linger, winding up inside your head. Beware of darkness”.
For starters, I would like to point James and other people who do not yet know what are the realities of our history, to some of the speeches of Chief Cadmus Delorme from Cowessess First Nation, who acknowledges that as NonIndigenous Canadians we, too, need healing through these times. I think if they honestly listen to some of Chief Delorme’s speeches, they may find a new ‘friend’, and perhaps find many new friends amongst the First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples who are the ones who really know this land we call ‘our’ country. Qujannamik. Beverly Illauq
and then a member of the Canadian Senate) but there are countless other factual sources to draw from. Every good parent wants the best of opportunities for their children, but for generations this was decidedly not the view of the Government of Canada for Indigenous peoples. One hundred and fifty years of federal policies and practices are now understood as a cultural and social genocide through the eradication of Indigenous cultures, languages, and a callous lack of concern for the lives and welfare of the thousands of Indigenous school children we now read about in weekly headlines. First Nations weren’t slow to understand the advantages for their children of a western education, and the numbered treaties signed with the Crown that mention education do so through the single line “At such time as the Indians shall desire, a school shall be provided for them”. Mr. Balkwill’s statement that “Much of the Native Leadership agreed to the residential school process” and that 75% of all chiefs wanted the residential school process and signed
agreements to that effect is ludicrous. Common sense tells us that 150 years of residential and day schools with all their physical/emotional/ sexual abuse, sickness and death were most definitely not what chiefs, parent or communities had in mind when the treaties were signed. Mr. Balkwill comments that for about 140 years, generations of Native leadership were able to speak with and protest to government officials to have their concerns addressed and states: “they basically did nothing to protect these children” and concludes that the Natives’ own leadership failed them. In his 1997 presentation, Justice Sinclair explains that laws were enacted to allow children as young as five to be forcibly taken from their families by police or government agents (this is well documented) and relocated hundreds of kilometres in residential schools; to make it an offense for First Nations to protest against the schools; that the 1880 Indian conspiracy laws allowed any group of three or more Indians to be jailed for seeking a grievance against the government or for seeking to engage a lawyer on
their behalf (rescinded only in 1980); and that First Nations on reserves were legally prevented from entering into contracts. Of course caring and protective First Nations parents protested and tried to get their children out of these schools (this is documented). In response, the government passed a law making it an offence for any Indian parent to interfere with the education of their child in the schools. In the 1880s the government implemented the Indian Pass System (which many believe was later adopted by South Africa’s apartheid regime) which allowed the arrest of any Indian person found off the reserve without a written pass from the local Indian Agent...which effectively prevented parents from leaving their communities to recover or even visit their children. Legal recourse? Canada has no shortage of lawyers now, and didn’t then either… and you might wonder why Indigenous people didn’t challenge the government’s laws in court. But as Justice Sinclair points out, the government also decreed that
Dear Editor, She:kon tanon skennen (greetings and peace). I must respond to James Balkwill’s letter to the editor published last week as I cannot let stand the information and opinions he presents as fact. Much of what I present here is taken from a presentation to members of the Aboriginal Justice Learning Network given in 1997 by then-Associate Chief Judge Murray Sinclair (later Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission,
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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL TO EXPROPRIATE LAND
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In the Matter of an Application by the Corporation of the Municipality of North Grenville for approval to expropriate a permanent easement for the purpose of drainage.
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Notice is hereby given that application has been made for approval to expropriate a permanent easement in land over the land described as follows: Part of Lot 29, Concession 2, Geographic Township of Oxford Municipality of North Grenville, United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, more particularly described as Pts 3, 4 and 5 Plan 15R-12075.
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Any owner of lands in respect of which notice is given who desires an inquiry into whether the taking of such land is fair, sound and reasonably necessary in the achievement of the objectives of the expropriating authority shall so notify the approving authority in writing: 1. In the case of a registered owner, served personally or by registered mail within thirty days after she/he is served with notice, or, when she/he is served by publication, within thirty days after the first publication, within thirty days after the first publication of the notice; 2. If the case of an owner who is not a registered owner, within thirty days after the first publication of the notice. The approving authority is the Council for the Corporation of the Municipality of North Grenville, 285 County Road 44, Box 130, Kemptville, Ontario K0G 1J0. Corporation of the Municipality of North Grenville _____________________________________________ Karen Dunlop, Director of Public Works I have authority to bind the Corporation This Notice was first published on the 22nd day of July, 2021.
Letters continued no Indian could go to court and sue the Government of Canada unless they first got the permission of the government. And when Friendship Societies were formed by non-Indigenous people who supported the Indian cause and who themselves were willing to go to court on behalf of Indians, the government passed a law preventing anyone from representing an Indian in court unless they, too, got the permission of the Government of Canada. However, Mr. Balkwill seems unaware of any of these many legal restrictions placed on Indigenous peoples and parents, insisting instead that chiefs and parents could have done something but seemingly did nothing. Mr. Balkwill offers his opinion that “However imperfect the residential school program was, it ultimately was the foundation for all Native education”. Frankly, this is no different from asserting that residential and day schools were all done for the Indigenous peoples’ own good and that no matter what atrocities were endured, the end justifies the means. Or perhaps as former Aboriginal Affairs Minister John Duncan (Conservative) stated just July21, 2021
ten years ago: “…the Indian residential school system was not an act of genocide, but a case of education policy gone wrong.” Glenn Karonhiio Morrison, band member of the Mohawks of Kahnawá:ke located near Montreal Dear Editor, I want to thank David Shanahan and Marguerite Boyer for making the North Grenville Heritage Booklet. I enjoyed reading all of it and it will go on my bookshelf as a "keeper" after I have put a plastic cover on it. Thank you and all your team so much for doing all the work researching, writing, photographing and printing it. Not to mention distributing it for free! I found it in the free "take a book--leave a book" library box on Bolton Rd and I was thrilled! North Grenville is a great community for many reasons, and this is one of them. Janet Stark more on page 7
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ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETINGS
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To register for additional curbside pick-up of diapers, menstrual and incontinence products, email name, address, phone number and Garbage Week to: publicworks@northgrenville.on.ca. Collection will be on the household’s alternate Garbage Week and will require 2 garbage bag tags ($5.50 total) per container. *Deadline to register for August pick-up is Friday, July 23. For more details visit: www.NGrecycles.ca
ACCESSIBILITY SURVEY
The Accessibility Advisory Committee of North Grenville invites you to complete a short survey to determine your accessibility needs and concerns. The survey can be completed at: http://www.northgrenville.ca/surveys. A print version of the survey is now available at the North Grenville Public Library and the Municipal Centre. if you require any assistance with this survey, including receiving it in an alternative format, please email the Clerk’s Office at hbabcock-cormier@northgrenville.on.ca or call 613-258-9569 extension 178. Le Comité consultatif sur l’accessibilité de North Grenville vous invite à répondre à un court sondage pour déterminer vos besoins et vos préoccupations en matière d’accessibilité. Le sondage peut être rempli à: http://www.northgrenville.ca/surveys. Une version imprimée du sondage est maintenant disponible à la Bibliothèque publique de North Grenville et au Centre municipal. Si vous avez besoin d’aide pour le remplir, y compris pour le recevoir en média substitut, veuillez envoyer un courriel au Bureau du greffier à hbabcock-cormier@northgrenville.on.ca ou composer le 6132589569, poste 178.
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NORTH GRENVILLE’S COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLANNING PROCESS
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by Councillor John Barclay It’s always good to go right to the source to get your information. The following are transcripts of two comments I made during the Council Meeting held on June 22, 2021. They are part of the video public record. [Starts - 01:19:47] Obviously, there are a couple of things I’d like to comment on, and I’ll try and be brief. Issues of the Justice system and Indigenous rights are really beyond the purview of this Council. We all have our own personal feelings about the Justice system. Mine were formed during a 30-year career of producing educational resources, many of which dealt with social issues like the Justice system. So, I’m very well aware of the deficiencies of how we
deal with offenders and how we treat victims of offences in the Province. And Indigenous rights. Again, I think there's very little that the Municipality can do other than symbolic gestures. We should really be putting pressure on the Federal government to make good on the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. So, as far as Victor … Victor, I’m surprised. You know, we had a fairly lengthy discussion after the March 23 Council meeting in which CAPP presented. I note that there are other people that I had one on one conversations with attending tonight. MarieTherese, hello. I think in both of those conversations with Marie-Therese and Victor, I was quite clear that when I’m talking about jobs, I’m not talking about jobs that would be filled by residents. I'm talking about employees of the correctional facility. From what I understand, the ratio is 2 to 3 employees per inmate. So, if we’re talking 235 beds, I think it's rather conservative to say 500 employees will be coming into this community. In speaking, a study might
to me. If you want to quantify some of my anecdotal information, you know, it remains to be seen. But I think I’m quite confident that business will be supported, that local businesses will be supported through the building of this facility. [Starts – 00:38:27] My support for the correctional facility is really conditional on the continued dialogue with the Solicitor General aided by MPP Clark and having constructive positive conversations with them. So that our investment in tourism, in the revitalization of downtown Kemptville, in our economic support for small business isn’t undermined. And so, it remains to be seen how whole-heartedly I would support the correctional facility. It’s really conditional on going forward and how we resolve some of these concerns as they are expressed by the community. Thank you. The entire streamed video recording of Council Meeting #29 (and others) can be found on the Municipality of North Grenville’s YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/
be warranted about the economic impact. I know it’s anecdotal and Victor you might discount it, but similarly, I would discount some of studies that have been touted out about facilities in upstate New York. The American Justice system is very different from the Canadian Justice system. They have their problems; we have our problems, but they’re both distinct and unique. So as Councillor O’Sullivan said, I welcome new programming and resources in terms of staff to help the residents of this facility to really turn their lives around. But again, Victor, 500 or more people coming into this community during daylight hours when our local businesses are ready and willing to serve them - whether it’s food or gas or repairs or counselling, for example. I think it's a boon for small local businesses that have certainly struggled through Covid to remain open. In terms of retention and expansion of those local businesses - that creates a lot of employment – 80% of jobs are created by small business in this community – I think it is obvious
Municipality launches "Capture North Grenville Photo Contest"
The Municipality of North Grenville is inviting residents to “Capture North Grenville” and submit photographs to its 2021 photo contest. “This initiative is a fun and creative way to showcase what North Grenville has to offer, from its natural and urban landscapes to its unique shops, and the incredible people that make up the fabric of our amazing community,” said Mayor Peckford. “We want to see what ‘Your North Grenville’ looks like.” The Capture North Grenville Photo Contest will feature five categories: Nature, Active Living, Urban landscapes, Pets, and Love NG.
Prizes will be awarded to the winning photo and runner up for each category, and have been selected from a variety of local businesses. There will also be a $25 NG Green Gift Card awarded to the “People’s Choice” winner for each category chosen through online voting on the Municipal Facebook page. Winners of the top prize and the runner up for each category will be chosen by a panel of five judges: Mayor Peckford, Councillor John Barclay, Karen Quigley, Chair of the North Grenville Chamber of Commerce, Meagan Cumming, Chair of the Old Town Kemptville BIA, and Arthur McGregor, Vice-
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The North Grenville Arts Guild reminds all interested patrons that the Art Auction bidding time is running out. Paintings from the Co-Operative Canvas Project went on display at the North Grenville Public Library on Canada Day. You can still see them inside the Library. This is your last week to take a peek, pick your favourite and place a bid! There are three ways to place your bids: In person at the Library (see the Librarian at the desk), or submitting a bid through e-mail (www.northgrenvilleartsguild.com), or by visiting NGAG’s Facebook page and placing a bid in the remarks section of your favorite piece. In all cases, be sure to indicate the number of the canvas you are interested in. Bids are tallied daily from all sources. Bidding ends July 31, 2021. All proceeds from the Auction go to the North Grenville Public Library in support of their many outstanding community programs.
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No moderation needed when bathing in the woods
Mae West, the American movie star who rarely lacked for lifestyle advice, once conceded, “When in doubt, take a bath.” She didn’t have a forest setting in mind. But did you know that forest bathing might be just as therapeutic as a soak in the suds? Some people gravitate, even in unfavourable weather, to the outdoors. Others are most comfortable in front of the hearth. But a walk in the woods may be just the remedy you could use after months of confinement at home. A glimpse into the research surrounding this little-known “forest bathing” therapy offers insights on benefits including improved cardiovascular function, brain activity, immune
systems, self-esteem, and reduced anxiety and depression. According to Ann Martin, a certified Forest Therapy Guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy, the practice of forest therapy originated in Japan, where it is called shinrin-yoku. The term was coined in 1982 by the Director of the Japanese forest agency as a way to link forest visits with health. During the 1980s, as Japan industrialized becoming a technological society, chronic stress symptoms emerged in the population. Researchers documented the physiological effects of people taking walks in wooded areas. Ann says, “The forest therapy we know in North America is inspired by shinrin-yoku and
also weaves together several other wellness practices.” A forest therapy walk is a process of spending a couple of hours in the forest or out in nature and slowing down to focus on a connection with nature. “The idea is not only to experience the psychological benefits of being in the forest, but also to be open psychological effects as well – like improved mood and feelings of wellness,” Ann notes. “Sometimes we’re not even aware of the subtle changes that happen when we allow ourselves to really experience a connection with the natural world.” When stressed, the human body produces adrenaline and cortisol, hormones linked to heart disease, metabolic diseases, dementia and depression. Evergreen trees emit piney-smelling volatile organic compounds, also known as phytoncides. These
chemical compounds have properties that decrease the production of adrenaline and cortisol and result in benefits such as lower blood pressure. One systematic review of the research on forest bathing involved more than 200 studies conducted over a five-year period. The research showed that “forest bathing activities might have the following merits: remarkably improving cardiovascular function, hemodynamic indexes, neuroendocrine indexes, metabolic indexes, immunity and inflammatory indexes, antioxidant indexes, and electrophysiological indexes; significantly enhancing people’s emotional state, attitude, and feelings towards things, physical and psychological recovery, and adaptive behaviors; and obvious alleviation of anxiety and depression.” That is quite a list. Take note, there were no
The Voice of North Grenville negative side effects. (One would be well advised, however, to avoid walking in tick invested areas or sitting down on a bee’s nest!) Dr. Susan Abookire, an assistant professor at Harvard Medical School, who is also a forest therapy guide, explains, “Even people confined to a hospital bed may benefit from viewing nature.” She references a study comparing gallbladder surgery patients recovering in a hospital room with a window to those with only a view of a brick wall. “People who could see nature
recovered more quickly and needed less powerful pain medication than people who could not see nature.” So the next time you feel the urge to take a bath, think about another famous Mae West quote, “Too much of a good thing can be wonderful,” and go have a bath in the forest. For a detailed interview with Ann Martin, visit www. docgiff.com. For comments, contact-us@docgiff.com. Follow us on Instagram @ docgiff and @diana_gifford_ jones.
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Letters to the Editor continued Dear Editor, Imagine that you learn that your neighbour is planning to build a storage shed on her property. She intends to put the building in a spot that blocks your view of her pond. You sit and watch the sunset over the pond on many summer evenings. You do some investigation and find that your neighbour has all the permits needed to proceed with her project. How do you stop her? You meet her across the fence and talk about her plans. You talk with her calmly as you explain how much you enjoy the view of her pond. You have a polite conversation with her to explore alternatives. She offers to move the storage shed to another corner of her property. Furthermore, she invites you to enter her property and sit on the bench at the shore of the pond if you want to enjoy the sunset closer to the water. You return home satisfied that you managed to influence your neighbour’s plans and have an offer to enjoy the pond even closer than from your home. This analogy reflects precisely what I expect my elected officials to do for me with the Ontario Government’s decision to build a correctional facility in North Grenville, and reflects what our Council has done. I want our Council to respond logically and rationally, and to negotiate any concessions July21, 2021
possible in a situation that is outside of their control. Our Council has succeeded in getting an agreement to move the facility further back on the property, and an offer to the municipality for the use of existing buildings. Protesting is only productive if you truly believe that you can affect a decision. The Ontario government made the decision to build on their provincial land and how the government made that decision is irrelevant. I agree with our Council that the Ontario government is going to proceed with building the correctional facility whether residents of North Grenville support the facility or not. Our Council – and particularly Mayor Peckford – have done a great job representing North Grenville. They established a number of progressive committees to improve life in North Grenville. Our Council actively supported the ParticipAction challenge to draw us together. We have come through a pandemic stronger and closer as a community than many others. I am grateful for the leadership of our Council. I have read too many disparaging letters and opinion pieces in The North Grenville Times about our Council. This letter is to support the great work that these women and men have done and continue to do for our community. Wayne Reed 7
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New zoning rules for cannabis facilities by Rachel Everett-Fry
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The Municipal Council has approved new bylaws to regulate the establishment or expansion of cannabis production and processing facilities in North Grenville. Following the public meeting of June 9, at which council directed staff to further research a number of areas of concern, the proposed bylaws have been passed with no changes. Director of Planning and Development Amy Martin says that, in light of these concerns, planning staff “reviewed other Municipal Zoning By-laws to determine what the best practices were for distances from schools and fencing requirements.” At the meeting on June 9, Luc Poulin, a member of the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario (CDSBEO) requested that a 1.5 km setback from schools be considered in the development of bylaws for North Grenville. At last week’s meeting, Director Martin said, “Of the Municipalities reviewed as part of the study, there were no additional setback requirements as great as 1.5 kms from a school.” Effectively, schools will count as sensitive lands, and require
Khiana with some of her handmade watercolour cards, available through Khiana’s Creations card to send this message. One of the motivating Local Journalism Initiative Reporter forces for #KemptvilleKindness is the loneliness Khiana Klatt, of Khiand isolation brought about ana’s Creations, was inthrough the Covid-19 panspired by the kindness demic. Khiana said, “evof one of her clients to eryone has been having a start a campaign to spread really hard time with the kindness and gratitude pandemic. So, I thought, in Kemptville. Khiana, if you can give someone a who started her business reason to smile, why not?” in 2019, wants to chalFurthermore, Khiana, a lenge the community to registered early childhood “give a card to a complete educator, recognized her stranger,” and share the client’s initiative as an card on social media under educational opportunity: “I the hashtag #Kemptvillethought it was so great she Kindness. was teaching her kids to say “Maybe you want to thank you, even to someone thank your favourite baristhey don’t know.” ta for always being so The goal of the movechipper, a neighbour for ment is to “get people to their beautiful garden, mail buy or make cards and a card to nursing home hand them out to strangers, residents, a thank you to just to make them smile.” If you send a message of gratitude to a stranger in our community, be sure services to share the card on social media with the hashtag Joe Gauthier Master Electrician #KemptvilleKindness and tag Khiana's Creations so 613.802.4608 that Khiana can see how far joe@oldschool-electric.ca Grenville CFDC: Advertising - (3.5 x 5) & (2 x 3) - Final Graham + the TD movement goes. by Rachel Everett-Fry
hospital staff, etc. Whoever you want to thank, or say hi to, do it!” Khiana was inspired by a client who ordered a custom watercolour card for a stranger. The client, who wishes to remain anonymous, frequently drove with her children past a home with a beautiful garden. “They loved the gardens and the flowers that they see, and there’s often an older couple outside working away in the gardens. Every time she and her kids drive by, it makes her smile. She wanted to be able to thank them for their work, so that they know someone is appreciating the effort they put in.” The client delivered Khiana’s
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sion will be subject to new provisions. Particularly concerned about odours, Mayor Peckford still felt this could leave room for unwanted expansion, and proposed a 200 metre setback from sensitive land uses for any future facility, or expansion of an existing facility. Though Health Canada has adopted strident national guidelines for odour control at cannabis facilities, Mayor Peckford wondered how often these guidelines will be adhered to. To this point, Deputy Mayor Jim McManaman questioned the difference between 150 and 200 meters: “It may make a difference for development, but for odour, I don’t think it’s going to help.” The bylaw has been passed with the original 150 metre setback.
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a 150 meter setback. However, this setback is unlikely to come into effect, since the new bylaws allow cannabis facilities only within the Economic Enterprise lands, in which there are no schools. In the future, should someone wish to build cannabis facility outside of lands built as Economic Enterprise lands, they would, “be required to undergo a development application to permit the use.” At which point, the presence of schools would be considered. Luc, and members of council, had also voiced concerns about minimum fence heights. Upon review, Director Martin stated that “a higher fence height would be permitted, and the proposed provisions would not restrict fencing height to 1.2 metres.” On July 14, Mayor Nancy Peckford voiced concern about the possibility of North Grenville’s existing facility eventually wishing to expand under the new guidelines. “We’re setting the standard for existing expansions, not just new facilities. I would be more comfortable with a slightly larger buffer.” Director Martin explained that while “non-conforming uses” allow existing facilities to remain in use in spite of bylaw changes, any future expan-
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Former Municipal employee unable to access housing
After renting the same home for 25 years, Jim was given 3 months to find a new place for him, and his two beloved pets, to call home. Given the state of the rental market, Jim has had to leave his former property before being able to find a new home. by Rachel Everett-Fry
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As I began to dig my teeth into the various facets of the housing crisis in North Grenville over the past couple of weeks, I was told time and time again, “You have to talk to Jim.” I met with Jim at Curry Park, and found that his story not only illuminates the severity of the crisis, but raises some unique questions. Jim Gibson is 67 years old, and has recently been evicted from his rental home of 25 years. When the owner of his rental property died, Jim was initially told he would have two years to get ready for a move. Quickly, however, this timeline was changed to just three months. Since then, Jim has scoured the area for a place. “I put 2300 kilometres on the car look-
ing for a place.” Like many other residents in search of housing, Jim has found every potential property already snatched off of the market or a non-existent scam. Jim’s situation is further compounded by two factors: he needs something affordable, and he needs to be able to bring his pets. Jim worked for the township for “20 some years.” He worked at the landfills of Burritts Rapids, Kemptville, and Oxford Mills. He typically worked alongside Gary Boal, who was struck and killed on the bridge over the South Branch River in 2017. When Jim retired, he recalls it was “just another heartbreak. I didn’t get a thank you, handshake out the door, or nothing.” Municipal employees are typically recognized for their service upon retirement.
As Jim explained his situation to me, I wondered about why the western world at large seems to view the people that handle garbage as somehow contaminated by their profession. As a society, the term “garbage man” has somewhat fallen out of fashion; now, we prefer a more politically correct “waste collector.” Nonetheless, stigma lingers. But should waste collectors quit, we would quickly become overwhelmed by our own refuse. We owe our waste workers, past and present, our sincerest thanks for dealing with our garbage so that we don’t have to. Jim isn’t holding out on hope for such a social change. He does, however, have the, “best buddies a guy could ask for”, as well as two pets that are like family to him. His cat, a 21-year-old calico, came into his life shortly after the death of his first wife. Jim says, “I called her Angel, just because of the way it fell into place.” Angel was only a kitten then, looking for a home. Jim’s dog, Dalton, is a rescue from Big Sky Ranch. Jim’s second wife, Natalie, suffered from seizures. He remembers, “if she went into one of them trances, Dalton would snap her right out of it.” Natalie’s specialists were amazed by Dalton, and told the couple, “don't get rid of the dog. He's protecting his mom. He loves her to death.” Jim lost Natalie two years ago. She was only 45 years old. He laughed that his friends keep telling him, “I have no idea how your
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system is even handling it.” I laughed too, because it’s true. “With all of this bullcrap I’ve been through, to all of a sudden get a kick in the teeth, after 25 years of rent in the house, for somebody to treat another human being like that.” For now, Jim is housed thanks to the generosity of a friend. “At least it's a roof over my head, and for my dog and cat. I have access to hydro. But, I mean, it's not like a home home.” Though it is not legal for a landlord to prohibit pets entirely, the few possibilities that Jim has found for more permanent housing have strongly requested that no pets be brought on to the premises. “I just totally refuse to go somewhere where I am not allowed to take them. They're the only family that I have left, you know. I only got one brother left, and he’s in Brockville.” Jim has hope in the fact that the community is pulling hard for him. Of the Salvation Army, he says, “I love every one of them that work there. They all treat me good.” Jim has also explained his situation to Mayor Peckford. He says she has spent hours listening to him, and he’s confident she knows “something's got to be done, and done fast. This can't go on for another six months or a year. What's going to happen, not only to me, but other people going through this like me?” Of Mayor Peckford, Jim says, “she’s a really, really good person to have pulling for you.”
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Housing: more opportunities for home ownership on the horizon Hello North Grenville by Wendy Embleton, President, and all Board Members, The Kemptville District Community Association As they say, "that's a wrap" as we applaud another successful, fun filled Canada Day 2021 in our wonderful North Grenville Community! Proud to be Canadian had so many different meanings this year, North Grenville came together as a community this Canada Day from decorating your Home or Business to sharpening your pencils in our colouring contests; while paddling in a Poker Run on the Kemptville Creek, many families were getting there GooseChase on with their creative ideas! Did you participate in a Kahoots of Trivia Fun? Our glasses were full "eh" and plates flowing with flavour with our first time Restaurant Challenge. A round of applause from our "local musical talent "while we sang along with some live streaming music. Wonderful local artists offering craft events and story time, while we all supported local businesses. What sets us apart as a Community is our dedication and volunteers that were able to make this day happen. The Kemptville District Community Association is a local association that stands true to our missions' statement, "Promoting Community cohesion and self-reliance through positive change." while supporting local businesses and events. Our partnerships with the North Grenville Times and North Grenville Municipality aloud this Canada Day 2021 event to be even more successful. A special shout out and thank you to Maggie and the NG Times for all your support. As always, Maggie went above and beyond to showcase and creatively display this Canada Day event. This also comes from passion as a dedicated business owner and "friend" to many of us, her love and loyalty to this community stands out! We want to say, "Thank You" for everything you have done to support the Kemptville District Community Association and Canada Day 2021, as well as just by being "YOU". A special thank you to all the volunteers that made this day happen as well as friends and family who participated in this years' Canada Day! We are in this together North Grenville, be proud! Thank you, Follow us on our Facebook Page at Kemptville District Community Association.
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Amid the ongoing housing crisis in North Grenville, a public meeting on June 14 provided details on two new housing developments in North Grenville. The Municipality of North Grenville and Habitat for Humanity are planning a 15-unit townhouse development. Three of these units will be accessible. In 2019, the municipality severed and gifted 2,094 square metres of land along Concession Road to Habitat for Humanity. The land, severed from Kemptville Campus land, is being rezoned from institutional to residential to allow for the construction of an affordable townhouse development. The site plan is currently underway, and developers anticipate breaking ground in the spring. The units are designed to provide low and moderate income families a path to home ownership. Kristen Holinsky was in attendance of the meeting on behalf of Habitat for Humanity. She stated that Habitat for Humanity’s “model really does bridge a gap for families who face barriers to accessing traditional market ownership.” The homes are sold at market value, but without a downpayment and with a mortgage that is no greater than 30% of the family’s
income. Mayor Peckford noted that home ownership is something that has the capacity to “change a generational trajectory.” This is not an investment with temporary results; home ownership can change the lives of several generations. Council also received some updates on the Oxford Village development. 398 units are approved for construction at this phase. The approval for the subdivision was inherited by our current council, and the meeting on June 14 was simply to change the location of single detached dwellings and townhouse dwellings. No substantial changes were made. Council approves of the diverse housing types to be constructed at Oxford Village, which has is a mix of detached home, town house, and apartment-type units. However, none of these units are designated as affordable housing. Further, the development is intended for privately
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owned dwellings rather than rentals. Though affordable housing imperatives cannot be retroactively applied to the plans already approved for Oxford Village, Mayor Peckford stated, “It is my hope that a discussion can be had with the developer about how to be inclusive of the affordable housing objectives that council has clearly communicated and is imposing on other developments.” Though the sheer number of units being constructed in Oxford Village will perhaps alleviate some pressure on the local housing market, it’s only a solution for those who can afford it.
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by Paul Cormier, Salamanders of Kemptville The Po’Boy is a huge favourite in deep South cooking and today’s recipe is a (slightly) Cajun version of this tasty sandwich. This one is with blackened shrimp but you can assemble a Po’Boy with just about anything: Pulled Pork, Chicken, Beef Strips and the like. This recipe of mine has a bit of a tilt to it with the use of something entirely Greek, Tzatziki Sauce. Who cares, as long as it works and it does, fabulously!
Blackened Shrimp Po’Boy Ingredients: The amount of each ingredient depends on how many Po’Boys you are making. You want the sandwich well filled with lots of good stuff. - Medium shrimp, shelled, deveined and with tails removed - Blackening spice - Tzatziki sauce - Butter - A head of Iceberg lettuce - Tomatoes - Jalapeno Cheese - Large Grahame Bakery rolls (ask for the Salamanders Po’Boy rolls, they look like a small French loaf)
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Preparation: Melt the butter on medium heat and add the blackening spice to the extent you wish (the more, the spicier) Slice the shrimp on their length and sauté in the butter sauce briefly (do not overcook) Meanwhile, slice the bread on its length, baste with butter and place on the grille or in a pan to toast lightly Then, slather the bun with Tzatziki, and place lettuce the length of the bun; place the shrimp on the lettuce; slice and place some tomato on the shrimp Grate some Jalapeno cheese onto the tomato and add a dab or two more of Tzatziki Slice the sandwich in two on a diagonal Place in micro-wave for 20 seconds Serve with a side of coleslaw or salad left over from your lettuce Eat immediately (wear a bib, cause it’s messy) and when you bite into this, let your tastebuds smile! Kindly report on results at pcormier@ranaprocess.com.
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Run Sean Run!
Carlson, Margaret Anne February 12, 1933 - July 8, 2021
Sean Burnett with his donation cheque by Jane Adams Many may know Sean Burnett as a Registered Nurse and Team Leader at WDMH, but he’s also a Lumberjack! Throughout the month of May, Sean participated in the Ottawa Race Weekend virtual event, raising funds for the WDMH Foundation and awareness about the impact of cancer. He completed 2K, 5K, 10K and 50K runs. Recently, Sean presented a cheque for $4,120 to the WDMH Foundation. He says he was grateful to everyone for their support: “I realize running a few kilometres and raising a few bucks is not going to cure cancer. Maybe though it will buy a comfortable chair for someone to sit in while they receive their chemotherapy, maybe it will go towards a new x-ray machine that will help make faster more reliable diagnoses, or maybe it will go towards providing education for nurses in palliative care so that they may provide comfort when it is needed most.” “We knew Sean was up for the challenge and the results speak for themselves,” notes Cindy Ault Peters, Manager of Direct Mail and Events at the WDMH Foundation. “WDMH has an amazing team and Sean is one of the best. Thanks so much Sean - for all those runs on behalf of health care close to home!”
COVID-19 Business Update from the Economic Development eNews On Friday, July 16 at 12:01 am, Ontario moved into Step Three of the provincial Roadmap to Reopen. Step Three regulations are available on the provincial webpage Rules for Areas in Stage 3. Face coverings in indoor public settings and physical distancing requirements remain in place, aligning with public health advice. The province is indicating it will remain in Step Three for at least 21 days and until 80 per cent of the eligible population aged 12 and over has received one dose of COVID-19 vaccine and 75 per cent have received their second. July 21, 2021
The federal budget received Royal Assent on June 30, which means the extension of the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS), the Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy and Lockdown Support is confirmed until September 25, 2021. The new Canada Recovery Hiring Program (CRHP) will also help businesses hire workers and increase workers’ hours or wages – retroactive to June 6, 2021. Businesses can compare CEWS and CRHP to see which program is best for them by visiting the government webpage. Rapid Screen Test Kits for Businesses The Brockville and District Chamber of Commerce
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother Margaret Anne Carlson (nee Roy). Mom died peacefully on Thursday, July 8 at Kemptville District Hospital. She was predeceased by her husband John Macdonald Carlson. She is survived by her loving daughter Mary, sons Peter (Johanne Aubin) and Jamie (Terri Truscello) and grandchildren Bailey and Acadia Carlson. Margaret was born in Montreal. Her high school and early adult years were spent in Val d’Or where she made many of her life-long friends. It was there too that she caught the eye of John Carlson. With a little help from some match making friends, a romance blossomed and they married in 1959. Over the next four years, they started a family and began the adventure of life on the farm in Oxford Mills. Margaret’s heels and pearls were replaced with more practical attire as she developed her skills at wrangling sheep and raising three young children. She also learned how to card, spin, dye and knit wool gathered from the flock; none of us was ever short of colourful sweaters, wool toques or warm socks. In addition to those talents, she also worked in the community in a variety of roles that led to her becoming the Clerk/ Treasurer of the former Oxford on Rideau Township, then the same role in the village of Iroquois until she took an early retirement in 1981. With the nest empty, she was free to expand on her creative talents as she learned machine knitting, rug hooking and quilting, making new friendships with fellow artisans. Eventually farm life drew to a close, bringing more frequent opportunities to travel both near and far; the time spent in the south of France remained her favourite. A move to Kemptville provided a blank canvas backyard that she, John and Mary turned into a beautiful, waterfront garden. Margaret also had a great love of music kindled by her experience working weekends at CKVD in Val d’Or as a teenager. Although not a musician herself, she encouraged a love of music in her children as we were growing up. For her, Saturday afternoons meant listening to live broadcasts from the Met Opera, especially if Roberto Alagna was the tenor that day. Margaret also became an enthusiastic student of the game of bridge and enjoyed many afternoons spent with her bridge club, as well as the companionship of her monthly book club meetings. She remained a keen observer of current events and a devoted Blue Jays fan. Margaret will be remembered for her lovely, cheerful presence. In spite of the many medical challenges she faced over the past year, she remained determined to persevere and looked forward to opportunities to reconnect in person with family and friends, all of whom she loved dearly. At Margaret’s request, there will be no funeral. A celebration of her life complete with family, friends and music will be held later this year. If desired, donations can be made to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute, Seniors' Community Services (Kemptville) or a local charity of your choice . Condolences / Donations Hulse, Playfair & McGarry www.hpmcgarry.ca
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considered as a replacement for mandatory health screening that your employees complete daily. For more details, visit the Brockville Chamber webpage or the 1000 Islands Gananoque Chamber webpage. The North Grenville Chamber of Commerce will be announcing more details of their launch soon. This program is open to non-chamber members no matter your location in the region. 14
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Richard (Dick) Loewen April 16, 1940-July 22, 2020 "A Man To Know"
"He was a man to know", They said; But what there was That drew them to him None could clearly tell. Some said it was his common sense, While others praised his wit. Still others claimed his personality was great, But when I talked with him I knew it was because He liked me very much. Dearest Dick, Your bright light continues to shine within and upon us all. Your loving family & friends
Baldwin’s Birds
by John Baldwin Hopefully this finds you all feeling a little bit more relieved, as the communal battle against Covid 19 is slowly being won. Despite this, Nature still goes on, as each species struggles to propagate to survive, as shown in the picture of the House Wren with food in its beak for its new brood. Unfortunately, the rival nesting Bluebird had something go drastically wrong in its life, as proven by the sight of a dead chick lying inert at the foot of its lofty nesting box. What happened is a mystery, since there are no perches on any of my four nesting boxes, so marauding birds cannot readily get access into the nest to take the young or eggs. They seem to have deserted the nest and are not in the garden! The House Wrens are still busy in theirs, without any interference, so we are thankful for that. Whilst taking a break from a very hot lawn mowing job, I sat on one of my garden benches, with camera in hand, and watched the Wrens flying to and fro to their nest, and also watched a pair of Eastern Kingbirds from afar. I say that, because they tend to land at the highest point of the highest trees in the neighbourhood, despite the seeming fragility of the perch, swaying in the breeze and using their fan shaped white banded tail tip to stabilize themselves. These trees are 60-70 feet high, so you can see that they are very inconspicuous, as they sit and wait for bugs and insects to fly by. Look hard and you will get to see them too. Stay safe and well, Cheers www.ngtimes.ca
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KDH names Dr. Colin Sentongo as its new Chief of Staff
by Jenny Read The Board of Directors of Kemptville District Hospital (KDH) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Colin Sentongo as the Hospital’s new Chief of Staff, effective July 2, 2021. A highly regarded anesthetist and ER physician, Dr. Sentongo brings to his new role six years of leadership experience as Chief of KDH’s Anesthesia Department. During his tenure as Anesthesia Chief, Dr. Sentongo oversaw the introduction of a number
of new surgical programs, including both a neurosurgical and spine decompression surgical program, and a virtual anesthesia preoperative clinic. He was also responsible for developing several new processes, protocols and procedures to ensure the highest quality and safety of care for surgical patients. His dedication to patient centred care was the driving force behind his development of a pre-operative surgical video, a preparatory guide for patients having surgery at KDH.
Dr. Sentongo is committed to helping to train the next generation of physicians; ongoing teaching responsibilities include providing exposure to rural anesthesia to Queen’s University and University of Ottawa medical students through the Eastern Regional Medical Education Program, and teaching anesthesia electives to University of Ottawa Family Practice residents. Dr. Sentongo’s main areas of interest are both Emergency Medicine and Anesthesia. He completed his Family Medicine Residencies at both the Northeastern Ohio School of Medicine and the University of Calgary, followed by further Anesthesia training at the University of Ottawa. He has worked extensively in Emergency Rooms across Southern Alberta, and currently holds anesthetic privileges across multiple hospitals in Eastern Ontario. As KDH’s new Chief of Staff, Dr. Sentongo will also serve as Chair of the KDH Medical Advisory Committee, and play a key role as a member of the Board of Directors. In addition to his duties as Chief of Staff, Dr. Sentongo will continue to provide expert anesthetic care to patients in KDH’s growing list of surgical programs. Dr. Sentongo succeeds Dr. Penny McGregor, who
served as Chief of Staff from 2017 to 2021. Dr. McGregor’s first two years in the role were noteworthy for a number of important and significant changes she led in restructuring KDH’s physician leadership and professional staff bylaws. Her second two years were dominated, of course, by COVID-19. Dr. McGregor proved to be an inspiring and tireless leader in navigating the enormous challenges posed by the global pandemic. Her calm and capable approach motivated and gave confidence to KDH staff to rise to the occasion day after day to do what needed to be done. Dr. McGregor, who has provided services at KDH since 2003, will remain involved, caring for inpatients as Hospitalist on a rotational basis. At the June 24, 2021 meeting of the KDH Board of Directors, Board Chair Robert Morais offered sincere thanks and appreciation to Dr. McGregor for her selfless service to KDH, and welcomed Dr. Sentongo to his new role. “We are delighted with Dr. Sentongo’s appointment,” Morais stated. “He has earned the respect of his colleagues at KDH over the years, through transparency in his decision making and inclusion of their opinions. His leadership experience, combined with the relation-
ships he has built at KDH in all areas of the hospital, will ensure his effectiveness as KDH’s new Chief of Staff.” Along with Dr. Sentongo’s appointment as Chief of Staff, there have been several other significant changes to KDH’s physician leadership: Long-serving Chief of the Emergency Department Dr. Jonathan Rathwell stepped down earlier this year after almost five years in the role, amid accolades for his dedication to excellence in patient care and his unwavering leadership during the pandemic. In Dr. Rathwell’s stead, Dr. Tahereh Hosseini, an ER
physician at KDH since 2017, has assumed the role of Interim Chief of the Emergency Department. A recent arrival to KDH, Dr. Chris Kirby has been appointed Chief of the Anesthesia Department, filling the vacancy left by Dr. Sentongo’s appointment. The hospital’s CEO, Frank Vassallo, expressed his heartfelt appreciation to each of these doctors, commenting, “At KDH we are truly blessed with the caliber of the physicians who care for our patients in all departments; they have truly dedicated their lives to serving others.”
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Forest Creek residents voice concern about access to future Kevlar apartments
The vacant block in Forest Creek will be left as it is, making access between Forest Creek and future Kevlar apartments possible by Rachel Everett-Fry
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Residents of the Forest Creek subdivision have petitioned Council to close access between Forest Creek and the upcoming Kevlar development on County Road 19. Kevlar Developments is in the site planning phase in the construction of four 3-story apartment buildings near the Giant Tiger. The muJuly21, 2021
nicipality needs this development, especially because 18% of the units are designated as affordable housing. The Kevlar property backs on to the Forest Creek Subdivision, and there is a small drainage easement that some residents have been using as a path between the properties. The easement is located on Westerra Way, between civic addresses #11 and #15. Kevlar has offered
to construct a gravel or paved path along this easement, or to construct a fence to close off access between the properties. The area, which is owned by the municipality, is currently being maintained by the owners of the neighbouring houses. 92% of the residents of Forest Creek voted against the construction of a path, and in favour of having the area blocked with a fence. The petition was made part of the public record at the Municipal meeting on July 14. Residents cited their concern for their privacy and security, as well as an aversion to increased foot traffic, as the main reasons for their vote. Looking at the easement, it is unclear what a path would actually connect: there are no sidewalks in Forest Creek to be used by pedestrians. Robert Gauthier stated that many residents of Forest Creek “paid a premium” for properties backing on to
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the storm water management pond. The pond is located slightly uphill from the easement. He noted that residents maintain a path around the pond. When looking at the Kevlar’s plans, there is very little green-space available to future residents. Robert asked, “Where are these people going to go? This is a storm water management area, and not a park.” Though Municipal staff wanted to take up Kevlar’s “generous offer” to build a path, stating that the path is important for future connectivity, Council decided to leave the easement in its current state. This decision was understood as a compromise in light of the petition. There will be no path to facilitate foot traffic between the developments, but there will be no fence to prevent it either.
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South Nation Conservation combats the Emerald Ash Borer A partnership between South Nation Conservation (SNC) and the City of Ottawa is helping to curb the spread of the invasive Emerald Ash Borer across Canada’s capital through an Ash Tree Replacement Program. City of Ottawa property owners could be eligible to receive up to $500/tree in cost-share funding towards the removal and replacement of an infected ash tree on their property this year, up to a maximum of $5,000. The City of Ottawa funding is limited to a first-come, firstserve basis.
First launched in 2018, the Ash Tree Replacement Program has since approved over $575,227 in cost-share grants to City of Ottawa property owners to help remove and replace 1,846 infected ash trees with locally sourced native species. “We are excited to continue our partnership with the City to provide advice and support to property owners to help them replace dead Ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer in Ottawa,” said Ronda Boutz, SNC’s Special Projects Lead. The Emerald Ash Borer
in residential or public spaces. “They could fall down onto structures and homes, which can be hazardous to people and property,” she added. To qualify for funding, a licensed forestry professional or certified arborist must confirm the tree’s infection and perform any work related to its removal. Residents may choose their replacement trees so long as they are native species of either potted stock or caliper-sized, and they must be planted on the applicant’s private property. For more information on the Ash Tree Replacement
is a beetle native to Asia that feeds on ash trees. According to Natural Resources Canada, it was first detected in North America in 2002, and has since killed millions of ash trees in Canada as it continues to spread. “Forests and trees offer many social, economic and environmental benefits to communities,” added Boutz. “We’re doing our part to support communities replace infected trees and lost tree canopy.” Boutz also warns of the dangers that dead ash trees can pose when still standing
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