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Debbie Fetterly in 2019 [photo provided by Amy Watkins] Cross Church Parish. She is Local Journalism Initiative Reporter the mother of Amy Watkins and Michael Fetterly, and grandmother of four. Debbie Fetterly, a long Debbie and her family time resident of Kemptville, have made the difficult is seeking a living donor decision to make a public plea liver transplant. Debbie for a donor. Several family worked for 24 years at members have been tested as Patterson Hadden Brown donors, but none were found Insurance, now known as to be a match. The family is McDougall Brown Insurance hoping that someone, even a & Financial. She only retired generous stranger, may step two years ago. Daughter forward to help as a living of the late Joe and Shirley donor. Arcand, Debbie has long Debbie’s daughter, Amy, standing ties with Holy explained: “In January, 2020, by Rachel Everett-Fry
my Mom was placed on the liver transplant list after her Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease caused irreparable damage to her liver. As you may be aware, at any given time there are several hundred people waiting for a liver transplant, and the odds are Debbie won’t receive a liver transplant in time, as her health continues to deteriorate. Simply put, we need a donor soon, who is a match and is willing to donate a piece of their liver in order to save my Mom’s life.” The liver is an organ that can regenerate itself. This means that a livingliver donation is not only possible, but a lifesaving alternative to waiting on the list. A living donor gives 70% of their healthy liver to the recipient, and the donor's organ is expected to regenerate over several weeks. Various criteria are used to determine a suitable match, including, but not limited to, being older than 16 years of age, in good health, willing to freely donate and be screened for a matching blood type. Amy explained that Debbie did not want to make a public plea such as this,
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our communities,” Ontario’s Five Leeds Grenville Associate Minister of Small Digital Service Squads Business and Red Tape (DSS) have received Reduction Nina Tangri said a $145,000 grant from during the program’s official Digital Main Street’s launch at Westport’s Cove Ontario Grants Program Country Inn. (OGP) to continue helping The Minister was area businesses improve introduced by Leedstheir online presence. Grenville-Thousand Islands North Grenville will and Rideau Lakes MPP Steve receive $35,000, while the Clark. They were joined by Leeds Grenville Economic Leeds Grenville Warden Development Office is Roger Haley and Ontario receiving $35,000 and will Business Improvement coordinate a squad on behalf Area Association (OBIAA) of Athens, ElizabethtownExecutive Director Kay Kitley, Front of Yonge, Matthews, as well as area Merrickville-Wolford, Mayors, staff and members Rideau Lakes and Westport; Owner operator Tim Simpson of the business community. in partnership with Leeds “Leeds Grenville is and the Thousands Islands tlscleanup@yahoo.com 613.402.5763 excited to receive further and Gananoque (receiving funding to continue assisting $8,500); Prescott, Augusta (613) 402-5763 perator small businesses,” said and Edwardsburgh Cardinal Warden Haley, adding the (receiving $30,000); and tlscleanup@yahoo.com mpson Owner Operator (613) 402-5763 new funding announced will Brockville (receiving tlscleanup@yahoo.com Tim Simpson keep the program in place $36,000). In Brockville, until February 2022. It has there is a partnership with been extremely successful the City, the Brockville since its first launch last fall and District Chamber and it’s helping our small of Commerce and the Spring Clean-up · Hedge Trimming · Minor Interior Work businesses recover from Downtown Brockville BIA. Fall/Garden Clean-up · Odd Jobs · Dump Runs the pandemic and to stay “ O n t a r i o s m a l l Grass Cutting · Snow-Blowing · Eaves Clean-up competitive in today’s digital businesses are the heart of world.” our neighbourhoods and Free Quotes Squads meet with brickthe economic foundation of 2 August 25, 2021
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and-mortar small businesses at no cost to help them complete an online assessment and introduce them to online training modules to build their knowledge and skills. These experts can also assist businesses with developing their Digital Transformation Plan and applying for a one-time $2,500 grant to implement it. “In the past 14 months, as small businesses across the province fought to stay open and keep customers engaged online, Digital Service Squads were there to help,” said OBIAA’s Kay Matthews. "Squads jumped online themselves during lockdowns to help virtually, and businesses have consistently told us how important the DSS were to their success through the pandemic. We are thrilled to support Leeds Grenville and help them provide assistance to even more small businesses than ever.” Renewed government funding of the OGP, including investment from the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation
“because she has never been one to ask anything from others.” But Debbie’s health is rapidly deteriorating. Through conversations with her family, Debbie has realized how important it is for her to be there for her children and grandchildren. She said, "My family has been a wonderful support, and I couldn't manage without their support. I could never repay them, or a donor, for all that they have given, or would give me. It is so much to ask someone to save your life, but I would like to get better to be able to keep thanking them for the rest of my life." Each and every day, anonymous donors step forward to donate to virtual strangers. Amy’s hope is “that my Mom is that lucky as well.” Her blood type is O+. If you are interested in learning more about how to be a living donor, please visit the University Health Network Living Donor webpage at www.uhn.ca/Transplant/ Living_Donor_Program/ Pages/living_liver_donor. aspx, or get in contact with Amy at amyjwatkins78@ gmail.com
and Trade, will provide 3,000 Digital Transformation Grants to qualified brick-andmortar small businesses as well as Digital Service Squad grants for organizations to provide hands-on assistance to local small businesses. The OGP is administrated by the OBIAA, in partnership with the Toronto Association of BIAs (TABIA). This one-on-one DSS assistance also includes support for basic website set-up, Google My Business profiles, 360º photos, social media presence, and much more. The DSS can also provide information on the ShopHERE program, if applicable, to assist with digital storefront set-up and e-commerce. Where COVID-19 restrictions are in place, DSS experts can provide support through phone and video tools such as Zoom. Squads will be visiting small businesses in hamlets, villages and towns across the region. For details on the Leeds Grenville program, visit www.investleedsgrenville. com/digitalmainstreet. www.ngtimes.ca
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It takes a community to raise a Library: The Norenberg Building’s 10th Anniversary building, and were willing to work toward making it a reality. The success could, and can, be seen in terms of the number of people who make use of the facility each year. In addition to borrowing books and other items, there is programming for young and old alike, computers, free wi-fi, meeting spaces, and space simply to relax and enjoy the library. The Norenberg Building was officially opened on May 28, 2011, and was the highlight of that year ’s Dandelion Festival. Crowds gathered to hear speeches, watch the official ribbon-cutting, and to enjoy a piece of an immense cake that had been made to mark the auspicious occasion. Library board members, library staff, politicians, and municipal employees can conceptualize and plan for a new library building. It takes a community, however, to build and sustain it. And this is exactly what happened in North Grenville. The Norenberg Building represents the collective efforts of a caring community, and it belongs to all of us – it is yet another reason why North Grenville is such a wonderful place to live. As Room to Read Chair, Bill McElrea, said at the opening ceremonies, "Enjoy our new library. And it is all of ours, so enjoy it." The Norenberg Building continues to be our place.
The Room to Read Fundraising Committee awarded a Civic Award for their work. Submitted by the North Grenville Library Board This year, the North Grenville Public Library marks the 10th anniversary of the Norenberg Building, that jewel of a facility located in the heart of Old Town Kemptville. Owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, the celebrations will be subdued, but there will be a panel display commemorating some of the major milestones that led to its completion. Residents will have the opportunity to view the display at the library beginning this Labour Day Weekend, as part of the downtown celebrations. For those who may have forgotten about how Norenberg Building came to be, or for those relatively new to the community, here is a brief history. Planning for the new building commenced years before 2011, and the momentum began in earnest with the creation in 2008 of the “Room to Read” Campaign, a fundraising effort coordinated by a dedicated and tireless committee. The campaign’s objective was to raise $750,000 from t h e c o m m u n i t y. T h a t amount, plus the $1.3 million secured from both the federal and provincial August 25 2021
governments under the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund, was deemed to be sufficient to build the new library. In the end, the Room to Read campaign secured some $930,000 in pledges from residents, local businesses, and local service organizations. Such an outpouring of support! Space does not allow for a full account of all the steps that were taken to erect the Norenberg Building. Even so, it bears mentioning that an immense amount of study and work went into determining the site, acquiring the property, agreeing on a design, hiring an architect, etc. All those who participated in these considerable efforts are owed an equally considerable amount of gratitude. It is also impossible to name all the people who then took it upon themselves to donate money, goods and services, or time to reach the fundraising goal. Worth noting is the Norenberg Family, for whom the building is named, who donated $150,000 for the Library. The Norenbergs have been involved in several local businesses, and they have always made sure to give back to the community. For
those who wish to view the names of those who made monetary contributions, they can consult the donor book on display at the library, or they may view it on the NGPL’s website: https://ngpl.ca. The campaign owed much to the energy and enthusiasm of the many volunteers who gave their time: The Room to Read Campaign Committee and its Chair, Bill McElrea; the Friends of the North Grenville Public Library and its committed Board, including the late Dr. Patrick Babin; and, the Library Board and its leadership, who went above and beyond the call of duty. Municipal council and staff, library staff, local businesses and service clubs, and provincial representatives were wonderfully supportive every step of the way. And, of course, the person who served as an anchor and bridge for the project was then-Library CEO, Sue Higgins. Her dedication, tireless efforts, and unwavering enthusiasm for the project ensured its success. All of these, and many more, embody what is good about this community. They saw the benefits of having a new library 3
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On August 15, JL Woodworking announced that they would be closing their doors because of a Compliance Order served by the Municipality. After overwhelming community response, that is no longer the case. Custom woodworkers, particularly known for their beautiful children’s toys, JL Woodworking has been in business for five years. They moved to their current location at 304 Prescott Street, a unit in the former North Grenville High School building, just under a year ago. Prior to this, owners Melissa McCarthy and Jordan Loshinsky had been operating the business from their garage. Preparing this new rental unit to accommodate their business was a massive financial and time investment: accessing adequate electricity and setting up the massive woodworking equipment was no small feat. Like any other small business, JL Woodworking has struggled over the past
year. They stated, “We gave every piece of blood, sweat, and tears (and frankly any of our savings) we have into this business, and we are finally holding up the white flag.” It seems that the unit from which JL Woodworking has been operating is in need of some major work in order to meet municipal codes. For the landlord, however, these costs will outweigh any income in the form of rent. JL Woodworking stated that they feel, “The municipality of North Grenville is correct in wanting to enforce these codes. They do keep us safe from fires and other injuries.” Nonetheless, they were heartbroken. In typical North Grenville fashion, the community stepped up to the plate. Residents emailed the Municipality to draw more attention to how this small business was crumbling due to no fault of their own. Deputy Mayor Jim McManaman, Director of Planning and Development Amy Martin, and Chief Administrative Officer Gary Dyke acted quickly in order to allow JL Woodworking to continue its operations. Mayor
Nancy Peckford explained that, “Council is not informed when Compliance Orders are issued, so we often find out only if the businesses affected, or property owner, directly reaches out, or we see it in the media, or from another member of the public.” Owner and woodworker Jordan said, “I was shocked by the community response. Originally, we were just posting about our demise. We did not expect anything to change, or for anyone to do anything. But it seems that so many people appreciate the mom and pop small businesses.” As things stand, the landlord is still under an order to comply with the building code, but there is no order to evict JL Woodworking, the tenant. Mayor Peckford stated, “No one wants the business in question to suffer because of a property owner that has some challenges.” There is no guarantee about what the future will hold for JL Woodworking, but at least they have some time. Jordan said, “Hopefully we can find middle ground between all three of us parties that will allow me to continue
operating.” At the very least, the community outpouring has proven, once more, that North Grenville residents care about small businesses, support one another, and that we are lucky to have such a responsive council.
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OPP investigating mischief to Kemptville school structure On August 15, at approximately 7:26 pm, the Grenville County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a mischief at South Branch Elementary School in Kemptville, in the Municipality of North Grenville. A witness notified police
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that an unknown suspect had caused damage to a wooden structure in the yard of the school. The suspect fled the scene in an unknown direction prior to police arrival. There is no description of the suspect at this time. The OPP is asking anyone with information or surveillance footage of the
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The 166th Spencerville Fair is on
The Spencerville Agricultural Society has been working tirelessly, around the clock, to organize this year’s fair. For those of you who don’t know, our annual fair takes a year of planning and organizing to put together. But with the strict restrictions put in place by our Health Unit, this year’s fair will look and feel different, and that’s because it is. We are presenting to you the 166th Spencerville Fair – Hybrid Edition. This means that we will be bringing you a virtual and in-person event. Like last year, you will be able to tune in and enjoy the fair from the comfort of your home. There, you will be able to experience fair favourites, including
our Baby Show, Pet Show, Livestock Show, Talent Show, as well as all of our exhibit building competitions, virtually. Check out our 2021 Fair Book online for more details and make sure you enter before August 29, 2021. We have waived the exhibitor fee, so it is FREE to enter and you will still win PRIZE MONEY. This year, we will also be bringing back a ‘Paint with Christine’ session for those who would like to paint from home, a video provided by the Grenville Milk Producers, which will take you on a tour of the local Dairy Farms, Storytime with the Edwardsburg/Cardinal Library, as well as countless educational videos based on all thing’s agriculture. For the first time ever, we are also excited to announce that this year’s Spencerville Fair will be hosting a Virtual Brewery Tour! We have partnered with a number of carefully selected, local breweries for this one-night
event. During this virtual tour, we will be taking you behind closed doors of some of the up-and-coming breweries in the area. You will hear from the brew master themselves as they take you on a tour of their brew site, share their brewery’s history, and guide you through each sip of their original products. You will be able to experience the excitement of different beers and ciders, surrounded by members of your community, all without leaving your home. Tickets for this event will go on sale soon. You will not want to miss this! On the Saturday of the fair weekend, we will be opening our grounds at 12 o’clock noon for a day of FREE events! That’s right, as a thank you to our faithful and loving community, admission to this year’s in-person fair will be completely free of charge. On this day, we are excited to bring to you a Stationary Parade, Vendor Show, Touch a Truck, Food Vendors, The
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The KYC Book Fair was well organized and well attended KYC board, Bruce Wehlau, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter said that there were less donations than usual this year, but this has allowed From August 20 to volunteers the time to 22, the Kemptville Youth beautifully organize the Centre (KYC) hosted their books. He explained, “last annual Book Fair. With year, because of the sheer books being sold at $2 per volume of books, we just book, this beloved event split them up into Fiction, provides many North Reference, Gardening, Grenville residents with a Cooking, and so on. But, year’s supply of reading. this year, we had the time The Fair is also the single to further subcategorize largest fundraising event each section.” In 2020, public for the KYC. attendance at the KYC Volunteers have been Book Fair was estimated collecting and sorting books since the beginning at around 2,500 visitors, of July. President of the raising over $15,000. This August 25 2021 by Rachel Everett-Fry
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UPCOMING MEETINGS COUNCIL MEETINGS While members of the public are invited to attend the meeting, seating has been arranged to facilitate physical distancing and accordingly is limited. Pre-registration at clerk@ northgrenville.on.ca is required. Persons arriving without pre-registering will be accommodated where there is sufficient seating capacity to permit attendance while complying with safety protocols. All attendees will be required to self-screen and masks must be worn when physical distancing cannot be maintained. If you require accommodation, please advise the Clerk when pre-registering so that we may best assist you. This meeting will be live streamed on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/user/NorthGrenville/featured and on the Municipality’s website at: www.northgrenville.ca/govern/governance/ agendas-and-minutes. 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 (including for closed sessions) may be found here: https://www.northgrenville.ca/govern/governance/agendas-and-minutes •
Council Meeting – September 7, 2021 at 6:30 pm
ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETINGS Committee meetings will be conducted virtually via Zoom. For any members of the public wanting to attend the meeting virtually, pre-registration is required by e-mailing Jessica Workman at jworkman@northgrenville.on.ca. •
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Heritage Advisory Committee – Thursday, September 2, 2021 at 7 pm
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Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee – Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at 3 pm
NORTH GRENVILLE’S COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLANNING PROCESS
The Municipality of North Grenville is currently undertaking a strategic planning process that will illustrate the community’s vision for North Grenville and create a roadmap for how to get there. As part of the next stage of consultation, two town halls will be held at Heritage Hall (820 Heritage Drive) at the Kemptville Campus Education and Community Centre: • •
Tuesday, September 14, 2021 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm Tuesday, September 14, 2021 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Pre-registration is required as space is limited. For more information and to register please visit www.northgrenville.ca/vision or contact Hillary Geneau, Strategic Initiatives Coordinator at 613-258-9569 x162 or vision@northgrenville.on.ca. The Strategic Plan Community Survey is open until end of day September 6. Residents, businesses, community groups, and youth can provide input through an online survey available in both English and French at www.northgrenville.ca/vision as well as at upcoming public consultations. Hardcopies of the survey are also available at the North Grenville Municipal Centre (285 County Road 44) and the North Grenville Public Library (1 Water Street).
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: 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.
TAX BILLS
All 2021 final tax bills have been mailed. If you have not received your bill, please contact the Administration Office. The due date is September 30. Payments can be made by credit card when paying online through our website.
VOLUNTEER & EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking applications from individuals aged 15 to 23 years of age to join the Mayor’s new Youth Advisory Committee for the term of the 2021-2022 school year. Join Madame Mayor and have a say in your community! Please submit applications to the Deputy Clerk by email at jworkman@northgrenville.on.ca or by using the online application tool. Should you require a paper application, please contact the Deputy Clerk. Board Members – Kemptville Campus The Municipality is seeking to fill 4 permanent positions of Board Members of the Kemptville Campus. Interested applicants may submit a cover letter and resume outlining qualification in confidence to Human Resources at hr@northgrenville.on.ca or by mail to Tim Osborne, Manager of Human Resources by 4:00 pm on Friday, September 10, 2021. For more information visit: northgrenville.ca/careers. Should you require a paper application, please contact Human Resources. Engineering Technologist The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking to fill a 6 month contract (with the possibility of extension) position for an Engineering Technologist in its Public Works Department. Interested applicants may submit a cover letter and resume in confidence to Human Resources at hr@northgrenville.on.ca or by mail to Tim Osborne, Manager of Human Resources by 4:00 pm on Friday, August 27, 2021. For more information visit northgrenville.ca/careers. Should you require a paper application, please contact Human Resources. Municipal Client Services Representative (Temporary Pool) The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking to fill a Municipal Client Services Representative (Temporary Pool). Interested applicants may submit a cover letter and resume outlining qualification in confidence to Human Resources by 4:00 pm on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. For more information visit northgrenville.ca/careers. Should you require a paper application, please contact Human Resources.
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The fool on the hill by David Shanahan I understand we’re in a federal election campaign, yes? I may seem a little confused, but, to be honest, the whole election thing seems unreal and irrelevant for some reason. I suppose that, after a year and a half of pandemics, climate crises, wars and rumours of wars, etc., having to suddenly switch attention to some politicians making promises (yet again) and trying to take them seriously is a bit of a stretch. Of course, this election is important: every election is important, at whatever level of government it takes place. Don’t get me wrong: I am all for democratic involvement and giving people a chance to vote and make a change. Maybe it’s just that the world we’ve lived in over the last eighteen months seems to have made your average, day-to-day style of politics a bit unreal. The issues and the challenges we’ve been facing give a new perspective to things.
Many have been asking why we’re having this election at this particular point in time. Well, it’s the same reason as always: the ruling party believe this is their best time to seek reelection. There is really never any other consideration in picking these times. You believe your opponents are weaker than you, and you try and exploit that to your advantage. That’s party politics. Justin Trudeau looks at the Conservatives and sees a relatively new leader, not really known to Canadians yet, and therefore running to catch up with more familiar faces. The NDP have a leader who is better known, and perhaps has a higher profile and reputation, but Trudeau doesn’t believe that the NDP have any chance of overtaking the Liberals in terms of seats in Parliament. He looks at the Greens and sees a party in disarray because of the actions of its putative leader, someone deeply divisive within the Green ranks. The Bloc Québécois will never have anything close
to majority in the House of Commons; but then, that’s not their goal. Whether he’s accurate in his analysis of the political prospects of the various parties or not, Trudeau has chosen this time to try for a new term, possibly even a majority. To some extent, at least, that is up to us, the voters of Canada, in spite of the serious obstacles in our way. Obstacles such as the current electoral system. First Past the Post favours the established parties, and makes it almost impossible for others to break through. This has resulted, consistently, in parties forming government even though they just about never gained a majority of votes cast. Some form of proportional Representation [PR] would be more democratic in practice, but it seems highly unlikely that either of the parties now benefitting so greatly from the current system would ever willingly give up that advantage. Trudeau promised to, and reneged. Some believe that PR
would only lead to unstable coalitions, and often point to Italy as the worst case scenario. But there are varieties of PR systems, and other countries have enjoyed better outcomes from the system they chose. Of the 43 countries within Europe, 40 use some form of proportional representation to elect their MPs. These include Germany, Austria, Ireland, Belgium, Portugal, Norway, and the Netherlands. Another obstacle to a really democratic system are our rather homogenous p o l i t i c a l p a r t i e s . Tr y looking up definitions of our main parties online: it is illuminating. They are described as being centre to centre-left, centre-right to right-wing; centre-left, and centre-left to left-wing. Try and guess which party is which. This is not necessarily a bad position for Canada to be in. It means that, whichever party is in power, there will not be a radical shift in any direction, depending, that is, on the individual leader and the team he picks to govern
with. But back to our present campaign. It is a very short one this time. Too short to really allow voters to get acquainted with candidates and policies, without a good deal of individual research, something for which voters are not at all inclined. Canadians don’t vote in overwhelming numbers, and there will be no time for all-candidate meetings this time around. Between the short campaign season and the restrictions still in place because of covid, the Times will not be holding our usual candidate meetings during this election. Not many people, not to mention the candidates themselves, would be willing to gather in a crowd to hear promises and accusations, even if it were permitted by pandemic regulations. I’ve no doubt that there will be those claiming that this is all part of the Great Covid Conspiracy to strip us of our democratic rights and freedoms. Who knows? This time, that may be at least partially the case. Lack of opportunity to hear
from, and question, our local candidates is a genuine democratic deficit, no matter which direction you come from politically. All of which is why I find it hard to grasp the reality of this election. As of August 20, there are no confirmed candidates in this riding, though the Liberals, Conservatives, Greens and Peoples Party have nominated representatives to run. This will probably change in the coming days. Perception or not, this election is happening and it is another opportunity for each of us to have a say, no matter what we think of the system, the candidates, the timing, or the results in the past. That is how it works. We keep trying, thinking, reading, deciding, perhaps even taking a radical step and voting for a party we never did before, or one our family were not committed to in the past. Strange thought: make an independent decision based on the merits of the candidate, and not the colour of their signs.
slaughter from central Asia, and then in the Americas from European diseases and genocide. The lesson of this history is that global cooling has already been due to human activities, and that we now have the opportunity to repeat this by global cooperation, rather than the unpleasantness and death which caused the previous cooling. Back in 1989, when climatologists first agreed that warming had resumed, we wrote “So let us, wimps and dreamers, undo Earth’s disrepair, Bind up your wounds with peat and flowers, Sequester carbon as the forest thrives, Living wood and leaf scour the skies, And orchids bloom where seething Sphagnum purifies the air.” - https:// carbonsequestrationwork. blogspot.com/ - but current talk about action against climate change is almost entirely about reducing emissions, not about matching
this with sequestered carbon. We really need a total carbon budget model for Canada, that includes forests and permafrost and wetlands and agricultural soils and the processing of fossil fuels. Because of this lack of attention, Fragile Inheritance is going to resume work on the above blog/workbook, and look forward to North Grenville being as much of a leader in climate action as it was in ParticipACTION. Sincerely, Fred Schueler, PhD. Reserch Curator Fragile Inheritance Natural History Bishops Mills.
she said by simply looking out of her window. I guess that if it is not happening to her, then it’s not happening. It is always interesting to know how other sides think. In my mind, to deny that climate change is happening is to ignore all of the scientific proof that we have, and have had for more than 30 years. If looking out of our own windows is the yardstick that climate change is measured by, then you may be forgiven for thinking that it isn’t happening; but the way in which the world is connected, you would have to be living in a cave not to see what is going on elsewhere. That you still won’t believe it after all the evidence that is being presented is unfathomable, but some people are more comfortable in their own world, and refuse to contemplate the changes needed to meet this crisis head on. So, according to Ms. Dorothy, we supposedly
have fewer fires, flooding, hurricanes and tornadoes, which ignore the unprecedented temperatures of 140F coupled with unprecedented forest fires and flooding in Europe, not to mention flooding and forest fires here in our own country and in the US. As for polar bears flourishing, it is well documented that polar bears are starving to death because the sea ice, on which they hunt, is disappearing. Then we have the statement that carbon dioxide is our friend. Sure, if you happen to be a plant. Not so much if you happen to be human, or any other terrestrial being. We breathe in oxygen, and exhale carbon dioxide. Trees and plants do the opposite, which is why it is helpful to have them around. However, we are cutting down forests at an alarming
Letters to the Editor Dear Editor, Christine Dorothy’s c u r i o u s l y e r r o r- r i d d e n “Climate change” letter of 11 August is adequately debunked by Graeme Waymark’s comment on the online posting of the letter. As someone who was paying attention to global climate change before the “looming Ice Age” alarm of the 1970s, I’d like to point out some aspects of the history of ideas about climate change. The first thing is that, ever since Louis Agassiz noticed the retreat of Alpine glaciers in the mid-19th Century, it was taken for granted by everyone that the planet was warming. After the Swedish physical chemist, Svante August Arrhenius, worked out the greenhouse parameters for carbon dioxide in 1905, it was understood that this warming was in proportion to increased carbon dioxide. This consensus came to an end in the 1970s, when there was a slight reduction in
global temperatures, which is now understood to have been due to reflection of sunlight by post-WWII particulate air pollution, which was amplified in some publicity to a “looming Ice Age.” The conflicting trends of growing use of fossil carbon and reduced air pollution, spurred by the 1960s environmental movement, resumed and accelerated the global warming, and we now have last month as the warmest ever recorded by meteorology, and carbon dioxide at levels last known from 14 million years ago, at the end of the Miocene Climatic Optimum, before there were ice sheets in Antarctica or Greenland. The glacial retreats that began in the 1850s came at the end of the “Little Ice Age,” which is plausibly attributed to carbon uptake by reforestation after widespread human depopulation, first in Europe due to the Black Death, invasive Mongol
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Dear Editor, I must assume that your climate change denialist, Christine Dorothy, is getting her “facts” from the 1% of scientists, many in the pay of the oil and gas industry, who refute that climate change is happening, or, as it seems, as
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Letters cont'd rate, so that isn’t going to be helpful for future generations when all that carbon that they have been storing is released back into our atmosphere. As for the part about governments blithely taking our money to fix this problem, the last time I looked, it wasn’t happening. Sure, we have a carbon tax, but the rebate that we get on our taxes mostly covers this. You can bet that Conservative governments won’t fix this, as they don’t believe in climate change, and Liberal governments say they believe in it, but then go and buy $10 billion pipelines. As that is pretty much all that we have elected over the last millennia, that concern seems somewhat unfounded. She is right on one thing, that climate doesn’t change in a decade or two. What she forgot to add was “unless we help it along”. What is happening now was predicted over 30 years ago, and nothing substantive has ever been done, so we have created this crisis ourselves. Now it is going to take an effort similar to what Canada did in World War 2, but the difference is that there the enemy was obvious to everyone. L a s t l y, t h e r e i s a n accusation that us climate change believers want to redistribute the wealth, and therein lays the crux of the problem with those who deny the existence of climate change. They are seeing fixing the problem as a threat to their way of life. Of course wealth should be redistributed, because the current system is making a very few people fabulously wealthy, and able to afford to build spaceships simply to give them a thrill to be able to see Earth from space, while many of the rest of us struggle to make ends meet. I have responded on several occasions to people who think that people like me want to increase the tax on anyone earning over six figures. Not so. The number is considerably higher than that. When even a 1% wealth tax will generate billions in revenue, you get a sense of the magnitude of the problem. We need a government that is willing to step up to the plate, and do what is necessary to secure the future of this planet and of future generations. Business as usual is what has got us to this point, and, pretty soon, you may well be able to see the consequences from your very own window. By that time, it will be far too late. We are about to be thrust into another Federal election August 25, 2021
that many of us do not want or need, so how about trying something different than the same governments whose policies have got us into this mess. Governments are supposed to be for all of the people, not just the wealthy, many of whom have also profited handsomely from this pandemic, to the detriment of many of the rest of us. It is time for a change. Colin Creasey, Kemptville Dear Editor, Thank you very much for printing the letter from Carl Hustins regarding my misidentification of a Sparrow (Times, 14 July, 2021). I had included a picture of a bird that I stated was a Tree Sparrow. He, so rightly, has put me right and it should have been a Chipping Sparrow. I include pictures of both birds to illustrate the differences in the breast coloring and to confirm his correct observation. The Tree Sparrow has the spot, the Chipping Sparrow has not. I only provide these snippets of bird life for the enjoyment of those of a similar ilk and to take people's attention away from their everyday, workaday, life and provide them with a mental break! Thank you to those who continue to encourage me to do it, especially the Times, who are, in no way responsible for my mistakes! I make them all by myself! Cheers, John Baldwin. Dear Editor, After reading Christine Dorothy’s letter, printed in last week’s paper (August 11, 2021), I have to say – Alarms save lives. And not just the human kind, either. To deny that anything is the matter may be a fatal position to take; we have a responsibility to respond to this environmental crisis or at least step aside and let those who understand what it is that is at stake take the lead. Growing up in this rural and agricultural community I have witnessed first hand the climate change that has/is taking place – socially, politically AND environmentally. And it is not all bad. There is a lot of good gowing on across SD&G. My fear is that enough won't realize what it is we have until it's gone. I can see direct links between current agricultural practices and the changing local weather patterns. We’ve created deserts. Perhaps not
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intentionally, but those huge fields you see are devoid of life when the corn and beans come off - that is not a natural way of producing food – nor is it sustainable. Have you, Christine, ever wondered why you never see people out in the middle of thousand acre soybean fields in July and August? Do you see those fields from your window? It’s because it is hot as hell and the crops being grown have been bred to withstand extreme heat. Without throwing blame – because I actually believe we can turn things around – it is safe to say that the current practices as employed by large industrial agriculture operations are desertifying our local ecosystems. It isn’t the first time humankind has recognized that practices need to change. We h a v e a c c e s s t o knowledge, seeds and seasoned farmers who are incredibly competent at producing high quality crops and food products. We also have a new generation of farmers who are taking a different approach, and succeeding. Jaymie Thurler of Rutabaga Ranch is one of a new generation of producers stepping up to the plate. Other families like the Biemond’s of Upper Canada Creamery and Brian McIntosh of BriMac Farms are already doing the work, among many others, and it’s high-time they get the credit they are due. I love this community – I’ve tried to live here my whole life. The reality I am facing is that I can’t afford to live here. I also can’t afford to let my experiences within this community fall to waste because I know I am not the only one who sees that some things need to change. We are supposed to change – that’s called evolution. That’s called survival. And it starts from the ground up. Respectfully, Mannie Giles Dear Editor, It was with interest I read in last week’s article about Eco-Gen’s fuel-efficient house. However, nowhere was there an indication of what the cost of this was. So, here’s an idea: perhaps municipal property taxes could be lowered to encourage ‘efficient building’: lowered to such an extent that it then becomes the norm to build in such a way. It has to be demonstrated that the tax savings (over a suitable period of time) would be more than the increase in building costs, 8
Back to school has long signalled the return to extracurricular activities for Canadian families. As provincial restrictions ease, many parents are seeking programs that offer youth social connection, a sense of normalcy, and fun in an environment that puts safety first. S c o u t s C a n a d a ’s programming has safely continued throughout the pandemic through a mix of virtual, outdoor, and indoor programming, with no reported transmissions of COVID-19 cases through Scouting activities. To ensure the health of the Scouting community, Scouts Canada quickly adapted to implement a successful five-stage Return to Scouting Plan that scales activity levels in accordance with the current direction of governments and health agencies, regionally and provincially. It provides members and families with clear, easy to follow guidelines on group sizes and steps to follow for safe in-person adventures. "Providing a safe environment for young people in Canada to connect with their peers and get outdoors is our number one priority," said Andrew Price, Executive Commissioner and CEO. "Since the onset of the pandemic, our safety standards have provided a space for thousands of youth to enjoy a fun and adventurous program at a time when they need it most." Many Scout Groups across Canada are currently in modified Stage Four of the plan that includes indoor gatherings up to 25 people and outdoor gatherings up to 50 people, cohorts (Patrols) of a maximum 8 youth, and overnight camping allowed in cohorts only, with tents or shelters preferred. Face coverings and physical distancing are required. Some provinces are in Stage Five, which lifts internal restrictions for Scouting
activities, while deferring to all municipal and provincial public health restrictions. All Scout Groups will abide by enhanced health and safety measures put in place by local public health units. For details of each stage, and to determine the current stage for a local Group, and to view Scouts Canada's Return to Scouting plan, go to www. Scouts.ca/Covid19. Outdoor play is a fundamental need for children. Research shows outdoor play offers a multitude of physical, mental, and social benefits, contributing to building resilience, cognitive functioning, creativity, problem solving, social skills, and more. “I just love being with my friends that I have made from Scouts,” said Anne Flockton, an Ottawa-based Scout. “I feel so much more energized than I normally would at home on my device. I just feel happier and more free.” Scouts Canada introduced new programing and initiatives throughout 2020-21 in response to the pandemic. This included a free Guide to Resilient Children, developed with resiliency expert, Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, to help families navigate uncertainty and change. Additional new programming included: an eight-week outdoor survival challenge, hosted by TV’s Survivorman, Les Stroud; a fun-packed Scouting at Home program for youth to enjoy safe activities individually or with their family during the first week of the pandemic lockdown, and throughout summer of 2020; virtual summer camp in 2020; and resources to support interactive and engaging virtual meetings, so that Groups could continue Scouting and easily adapt to the changing landscape of local pandemic restrictions. Scouts Canada continues to roll out exciting new programming this fall. “Our spring outdoor
survival challenge with Survivorman, Les Stroud, received overwhelmingly positive feedback from our members, and we’re excited to be rolling out a new challenge this fall,” said Siobhan Ward, Youth Program Specialist. “By designing fun and engaging activities rooted in the global Sustainable Development Goals, our fall challenge empowers youth to express creativity, put their problem solving skills to the test, drive social impact, and have fun with their peers as they travel virtually to learn about some of our world’s most important issues.” Registration for January to December, 2022 Scouting opens on September 1 for existing members, with registration for new members starting September 15 at Scouts.ca/Join. New members who join before 2022 will benefit from free participation in Scouting for the remainder of 2021. Scouts Canada is looking for volunteers to help fill a number of rewarding roles, including running Section meetings, as well as positions focusing on finance, administration, teaching first aid, and outdoor skills, leadership, communications, fundraising, or property management. Vo l u n t e e r s r e c e i v e training, personal and professional development opportunities, and support from a dynamic team; make a meaningful contribution to Canadian youth; and have as much fun on adventures as the youth they support. Registration to volunteer is open now at Scouts.ca/ Volunteer. For youth from families facing economic barriers, Scouts Canada has a program called No One Left Behind (NOLB) that subsidizes membership fees and related costs. For more information, visit Scouts.ca; applications for NOLB must be submitted through the registration process, Scouts.ca/Join.
if there is such. The current property taxation system, as laid out by MPAC, is based on the market value of one’s property and really does not encourage efficient housing. Most of this value is beyond the control of the owner: determined by worldwide interest rates, banks, commodity prices, market supply, and government
policy (and realtors?). (It is not determined by an ability to pay either.) What if Municipalities were allowed to make innovative taxation structures, determined at the local level, to encourage a greener lifestyle? All Municipalities will soon be obliged to find ways to lessen their carbon footprint, so they need to open a discussion
with the Province on ways to do this. North Grenville wants to be “Green & Growing”, so perhaps it could ask our MPP if he could push for a ‘greener approach’ to property taxation. I live in hope! Andrew M. Thriscutt
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by Mayor Nancy Peckford This past year has been filled with ups and downs, to say the least. From multiple lockdowns, isolation, COVID scares, school disruptions, work from home challenges, poor rural broadband, and an unbelievably difficult environment for many local businesses which were forced to repeatedly close their doors (and who, once opened, have faced acute labour shortages), it’s a small miracle we are all still standing. The announcement of a provincial Correctional
Facility last August was also, clearly, unexpected. At the same time, North Grenville has reached new heights in 2021 with the incredible accomplishment of being crowned Canada’s Most Active Community, a truly grassroots efforts led by the Advisory Committee on Health, Wellness and Fitness. Michael Bublé surprised us with a cameo appearance on Zoom, construction began for the widely anticipated expansion of Bayfield Manor, and we have nearly finalized all plans for the crucial improvements to County Road 43, which will start next year with the building of a new bridge. The renowned International Ploughing Match remains on track for September, 2022 – which will be hosted on Kemptville Campus and the provincially owned farmside lands. We are grateful for the leadership of the Grenville Ploughman’s Association, Harvex’s Harry Bennett, Hugh O'Neill, and a local volunteer recruitment committee led by Councillor Doreen O’Sullivan and Cathy
community - by virtue of our quality of life, connectedness, and urban rural blend - is increasingly attractive to many. Its strategic location, housing mix, small town feel, forests and waterways are unbeatable. Managing the surge in demand for housing, and local amenities, is among Council’s and North Grenville’s greatest challenge, and our greatest opportunity. However, as always, the devil is in the details, and the way we grow as a community will define who we are, not just in five years, but twenty-five. Amid the hustle and bustle of every day life, it can be easy to tune out municipal government, especially in the midst of a federal election, long overdue holidays, nice weather, and back to school preparations. Here are three ways you can have your voice, and we want AS MANY VOICES as possible at the table for the development of this plan. 1. Complete the 10 minute survey (online or on paper) - Help us under-
Sheppard. Council was also very pleased to announce that Habitat for Humanity will build fifteen 3-bedroom affordable homes next spring. They can’t come too soon. And we are on our way to seeing once-in-a-century upgrades to Riverside Park, including the establishment of an ice pad, splash pad, walking track, and four-season changerooms/ washrooms, not to mention improvements to parks in rural hamlets. So where do we go from here? This past July, Council was excited to launch consultations for North G r e n v i l l e ’s f i v e y e a r Strategic Plan. It’s a critical opportunity for residents and businesses to tell us what your priorities are, where you want to see your tax dollars go, and how we manage a high rate of growth, multiple traffic concerns, affordability, recreational demands, etc. There is no doubt that North Grenville is a dynamic place that is changing, and has been for 25 years. Our
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The Municipality of North Grenville, along with the Old Town Kemptville BIA and the Kemptville District Community Association, will be hosting a promenade in Downtown Kemptville to support local businesses, feature local vendors and offer an open street experience. On Saturday, September 4, part of Prescott Street, from Reuben Crescent South to Reuben Crescent North, will be open to pedestrian traffic only. The public is invited to visit the area from 10 am to 2 pm to visit local vendors and shops, enjoy local music, and check out the fun in the family zone. Local businesses and organizations will have a variety of demos on offer. The North Grenville Public Library [NGPL] is excited to join in with the following activities: 10th Anniversary Commemorative Display: "It Takes a Community to Raise a Library": This display looks back at how North Grenville came together to build its beautiful main branch, the Norenberg Building. It will be in the Tallman Room of the Library, which overlooks Kemptville Creek. Fishing Derby: Library Sue and friends will be leading the NGPL Fishing Derby starting at 10 am at the dock off Rotary Park. Fishing will happen in one-hour blocks, and registering for a block is recommended. To register, send an email to kids@ ngpl.ca. Participants are encouraged to bring their own rods, but some rods will be available. We'll provide the bait. There will also be a fun "fishy" craft! Love Our Local Authors! We will have a table on the Library's street front, proudly displaying the works of our local authors, which may be checked out in the library. If you don't already have a library card, come on in with proof of your North Grenville residential address and we will be happy to give you one. It's free! (membership available to non-residence for an annual fee) Art in the Library: NGPL invites you to view the gorgeous work of some of the North Grenville Arts Guild artists, currently on display along the west wall in the Library. August 25 2021
stand what will make you proud to call North Grenville home five or ten years from now. Go to www.northgrenville. ca/vision to find the link to North Grenville’s survey in English and French– or get a copy at the library or Municipality. We have set a goal of 2,000 survey respondents, and we are already at 1,500! Help us go the distance. Spread the word! This survey is easy to complete and will provide us with crucial guidance in developing this plan. 2. Register for one of two Public Forms on Tuesday, September 14 at 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Two town halls will be held at Heritage Hall (820 Heritage Drive) on the Kemptville Campus. Due to COVID public health protocols, preregistration is required at www.northgrenville.ca/ vision. We also expect to have a virtual participation option via Zoom for
the evening meeting. Stay tuned! 3. Stream our Tuesday Council meetings from home– or Come in Person! - Providing all goes well, Council will receive a copy of the draft plan in November, and we will be looking to you to tell us if we got it right. Council meeting are now streamed on YouTube, and we hope to keep it this way. Find meetings at www.northgrenville.ca and click the Governance tab. We understand your time is very precious, but so is our community, as we all know. My council colleagues and I are grateful for your engagement on this five-year Strategic Plan. We recognize, as a growing community, that there are a myriad of demands and many voices, but we are optimistic that, with strong engagement and good debate, we can land somewhere remarkable together.
MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH GRENVILLE NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING CONCERNING A PROPOSED OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT TAKE NOTICE that the Corporation of the Municipality of North Grenville will hold a public meeting on WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15th, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. at the North Grenville Municipal Centre (285 County Road 44) to consider the following item: A proposed Official Plan Amendment, File # OPA-02-21, under Section 21 of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, as amended will be considered at that time. The purpose of this application is to modify policies for secondary dwelling units in the Official Plan to align with updated provincial policy changes. This includes redefining secondary dwelling units as additional residential units and permitting an additional residential unit within a principal dwelling and in an accessory structure. TAKE NOTE that this is a Municipally initiated Official Plan Amendment. ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or oral submissions either in support of or in opposition to the above item. In the event that you are unable to attend the meeting but wish to submit written comments, please ensure that your comments are provided to the Planning and Development Department's office (285 County Road #44) prior to the day of the meeting. IF YOU WISH TO BE NOTIFIED of the decision of The Corporation of the Municipality of North Grenville on the proposed official plan amendment, you must make a written request to The Corporation of the Municipality of North Grenville. IF A PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY would otherwise have an ability to appeal the decision of The Corporation of the Municipality of North Grenville to the Ontario Lands Tribunal but the person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to The Corporation of the Municipality of North Grenville before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision. IF A PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submission to The Corporation of the Municipality of North Grenville before the by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Lands Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to do so. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the application will be made available to members of the public when requested. For more information about this matter, contact the Director in one of the following manners during regular business hours from Monday to Friday: By mail Municipality of North Grenville 285 County Road 44 PO Box 130 Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0
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ARIO to manage Kemptville Campus Farm facilities: The Municipality of North Grenville has entered into an agreement with the Agricultural Research Institute of Ontario (ARIO) for Facilities Management Services at the Kemptville Campus. Earlier this year, the Parks, Recreation & Culture department assumed groundskeeping duties on the farm side of the Kemptville Campus site. Prior to this arrangement, ARIO had a contract with the privately owned Larmex Inc. for groundskeeping and maintenance. Though all buildings in this area are currently vacant, ongoing snow clearing, grass cutting, and minor maintenance is to be expected. With this agreement, ARIO will pay the municipality $84,750 to manage these services.
Facilities Superintendent, Joe Petschenig, stated that this contract is an “opportunity for growth within the facilities division.” The report on this agreement specified that, “by adding the farm side lands to our current service portfolio, this will provide a new opportunity for one of our operational staff. This will be beneficial for the Facilities division's staffing complement as it will further their skills relating to grounds and building maintenance.” The contract will be in effect through March, 2022. Responsibility for maintaining the lands will be revisited closer to that time, as preparations for the International Plowing Match ramp up. Oxford Heights Phase II approved by Council: The Municipality has authorized Oxford Heights Phase II subdivision a g r e e m e n t . Te n s i n g l e detached dwellings are to be built behind Phase I, near the intersection of Johnston Road and Abbott Road. This will be
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the final phase of the Oxford Heights subdivision. All requirements and conditions set out by the Health Unit and the Rideau Va l l e y C o n s e r v a t i o n Authorities have been met. Councillor Doreen O’Sullivan has expressed concern about greenery in subdivisions in the past. She noted to council, however, that these seem to be “large lots” in a rural area. Councillor John Barclay, perhaps cautious of repeating the recent controversy in the Forest Creek Subdivision, felt that, perhaps, sidewalks should be considered in the plan for Oxford Heights. Director of Planning and Development, Amy Martin, reminded Council that “this is the formalization of a subdivision that has had draft plan approval for quite a few years now.” Like many of the subdivisions across North Grenville, draft plan approval for Oxford Heights had been granted by the former council.
Op-Ed: Vaccine mandates prove the death of free choice by Brandon Mayer Since when does the government have the right to make my medical decisions for me? That is the question nagging at me as I ponder the state of things with COVID-19. There are reports of people being fired from their jobs for coming to work unvaccinated. Students at public universities are being told that they cannot set foot on campus without first getting their two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. And now, most recently, a mandate dictates that all federal government employees must be vaccinated, even if they work from home. This last mandate will soon extend to all federally regulated industries. Additionally, the province’s health care and education workers will now face similar mandates. Before expressing my strong opinion that vaccine mandates are wrong, let me point out that I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19. I am not an anti-vaxxer and, despite the short interval between the development of the various COVID-19 vaccines and their approval for use, I got my COVID-19 vaccines willingly, because I trust vaccine science. Why then, would I not want other people to be forced to get their vaccine and potentially end August 25, 2021
the pandemic more quickly? The answer is choice, especially choice when it comes to my own medical procedures, and who I tell about those medical procedures. Our legal “freedoms”, of course, only refer to freedom from prosecution. My charter rights might be violated if I was imprisoned for refusing to get vaccinated, but not if my employment is terminated for the same. Getting the vaccine is, therefore, a choice, in the sense that no one is being dragged out of their homes in handcuffs to be driven to the nearest vaccination clinic. However, the “choice” being given to those who are governed by the mandates is the choice between getting a free, virtually painless needle in a process that takes about 20 minutes, or losing a career, no matter one’s experience, devotion, or tenure, potentially without prospects to get a new one without first getting the aforementioned needle. This is not much of a choice at all. Such a choice would be a joke of a question in the children’s game “Would You Rather?” It is like asking someone if they would rather be homeless, or get a light flick on the forehead. But downplay it as we might, that flick in the forehead – or
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rather, that needle in the arm – is a medical decision. Something odd to me is that I never had to sign a consent form for either of my COVID-19 shots. A consent form is something I remember being part of the process for regular flu shots in the past. Perhaps even worse is that no one at either clinic went over potential side effects with me. It is like all commonsense protocols have suddenly vanished. Some readers may be wondering what the big deal is in the first place. Why not just shut up and get the needle? Why make a fuss on principle? My answer is that it is not just on principle. It is the fact that the COVID-19 vaccines – while wellresearched and backed by science – are still so new that some of their side effects and potential complications are being discovered, not in clinical trials, but in members of the general public after receiving the shot. There are many reports of young men experiencing serious heart problems after getting the needle. At the time I got my first shot, this was not well-known, and there was, therefore, an unknown risk to my health. What other potential side effects may develop over time? So far, everyone who got the 10
by the LGL Health Unit Let’s work together to reach a goal of 90% fully vaccinated by September 7, when school starts for most kids. Statistics: Of the region’s population 12 years of age and over, 90.2% have first doses and 82.8% have second doses (as of August 15, 2021). In youth 12–17, 78.3% have first doses and 63.7% have second doses. 815 first doses were administered last week. Ages 18–29 have the lowest rate of 71.5% first doses and 58.9% with second doses. We encourage those 18–29 to check out the options for getting vaccinated below. Provincial Chief Medical Officer of Health Vaccine Directive #6 for Health Care Settings: • By September 7, hospitals, EMS, home care and community care organizations must have a vaccine policy in place for employees, contractors, students, and volunteers. The vaccination policy must include proof of one of three things: Full vaccination against COVID-19; a medical reason for not being vaccinated against COVID-19; or completion of a COVID-19 vaccination educational session. • Individuals who are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19 will be required to undertake regular antigen testing. • These settings will be required to track and report on the implementation of their policies to the provincial government. This is similar to the vaccination policy requirements currently in place for long-term care homes. Vaccine policies for other sectors: Dr. Kieran Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health has stated on August 17, 2021 that COVID-19 vaccine policies will also be required in the licensed childcare, education sector, colleges and universities, residential and congregate living settings. More detail to come. Provincial Third Booster Doses for Selected Populations: The following individuals will be eligible for a third dose of COVID-19 vaccine to boost their immune response: • Residents in a long-term care home (LTC) or a high risk retirement home (with a memory unit or attached to a LTC home) at least 5 months after their second vaccine dose; • Very immunosuppressed individuals, through their health care provider only, at least 2 months after their second dose; • Transplants – Hematopoetic and solid; • Active Tx for hematopoetic malignancy only; • On anti CD 20 agents. Questions about getting vaccinated: Physicians have been offering their time to answer questions at some of our clinics for those who have questions about the vaccine. If you have questions, check our website to see when a physician is available for a consultation, or contact your health care provider, or a pharmacist. Nurses are available to answer questions about the vaccine at 1-800-660-5853 extension 2222. How to Get Vaccinated: All 12+ are eligible for a first dose anytime and can get a second dose: (*NEW* all students born in 2009 will now be eligible to have vaccine now rather than having to wait for their 12th birthday) 21 days after first dose of Pfizer 28 days after first dose of Moderna (18+) 8 weeks after first dose of AstraZeneca (18+) Appointments are also available at some clinics, book through the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark online booking portal or call 1-844-369-1234 – If you don’t see a clinic online it may be for walk ins only - call to check the walk in schedule. Transportation is available if needed. Check our link online. Some workplaces are holding clinics on site, as well as clinics for residents of Social Housing – check with your employer or case worker to see if you have that option at your workplace or building. Pharmacies still have vaccine. Check a participating pharmacy. Students can enter our new Instagram Selfie Contest (@lglhealthunit.z) – take a selfie after getting your first dose, post it, and tag the health unit account and post who your “influencer” is that helped you make the decision to get your vaccine, and you could both win a $50 gift card. Remember, it is important to continue to follow precautions if you have one or even two vaccine doses. We need to keep protecting each other until we are all fully vaccinated. For more information on COVID-19 vaccines, visit the COVID-19 Protection and Vaccines section of our website: https://healthunit.org. COVID-19 vaccine did so willingly. What happens when a new side effect is discovered in someone who was compelled to get vaccinated? Privacy is a whole other issue. Not only will everyone be required to share their vaccination status, but those who cannot take vaccines due to allergies or preexisting health conditions may be required to share other medical information with their employers to be exempted. The longer the
pandemic soldiers on, the thinner the line becomes between “choice” and “requirement”, and between “confidential” and “public”. With highly polarizing vaccine debates in full swing, some people are asking if the willfully unvaccinated should be held accountable if they infect someone with COVID-19. Barring the obvious legal nightmare of proving that one person’s choice is directly linked to another person’s infection, one must turn this around and
ask a simple question: Should the unwillingly vaccinated be able to sue when they become the unwilling test subject who discovers a new side effect? We h a v e n o w b e e n through 17 months of the government being in our social lives and in our homes. It is time to tell them to stay the heck out of our bodies.
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critical to protecting schools and keeping our communities safe,” said Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education. “As part of the last mile campaign to reach as many students and staff as possible and to keep schools as safe as possible, we are requiring school boards and public health units to roll out clinics in or close to schools. By making vaccines more accessible, and with a cautious reopening in September following the expert advice of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, we will further bolster our fight against COVID-19 and variants.” As of August 15, more than 69% of youth aged 12 to17 have received a first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and 56 per cent have received a second dose. School-focused vaccination clinics will support increased uptake for eligible students, as well as education staff, and a safer return to school in the fall. “It is great news that our students are returning to school this fall, and that kids and youth will finally be together with their classmates to learn and get back to the activities they love,” said Dr. Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health. “This is crucially important for their mental,
physical and social wellbeing. Having vaccination clinics at our schools will make it more convenient for students to receive their vaccine in a familiar and comfortable environment and will help to ensure a safer and sustained reopening of our schools.” With respect to consent at school-focused clinics, COVID-19 vaccines will only be provided if informed consent is received from the individual, including eligible students, and as long as they have the capability to make this decision. Health care providers, the school, and families must respect a young person’s decision regarding vaccination. Parents and guardians are encouraged to discuss vaccination with their children prior to attending a school vaccination clinic. All vaccines delivered as part of Ontario’s vaccine rollout provide high levels of effectiveness against hospitalization and death from COVID-19 and its variants, including the Delta variant. During July 2021, unvaccinated individuals were approximately eight times more likely to get infected with COVID-19 compared to those who were fully vaccinated.
Health Minister responds to Optometrists’ strike threat
Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, issued the following statement regarding the upcoming job action by the Ontario Association of Optometrists (OAO) on August 17: “Since day one, our government has been hard at work ensuring that all patients have access to the care they need, when they need it. To that end, the Ministry of Health has held meaningful discussions with the OAO to support optometrists in delivering high-quality care, both now and into the future. While we had hoped that these discussions would lead to a positive outcome, we are disappointed in the OAO’s approach to this process, particularly their continued threat to withdraw services that many vulnerable Ontarians rely on. Both parties agree that optometrists have been long neglected by previous governments. That is why our government intends to provide an immediate one-time payment of $39 million to the approximately 2,500 optometrists practicing in Ontario for retroactive increases over the past decade. At the same time, we have asked for bilateral discussions, with the continued support of a mediator, to review optometry operating costs and future fee increases. The $39 million payment represents similar increases applied to other health care professionals, including physicians, since the OAO’s last agreement expired in 2011. It is our sincere hope that this one-time payment will preserve access to care that patients, in particular seniors, rely on as these discussions continue. Our government has always made clear that it is willing to sit down and talk to the OAO. We are ready to continue talking. We urge the OAO to commit to working with us to reach an agreement to ensure Ontarians can continue to access the care they need and deserve.” 11 August 25 2021
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In response to evolving data around the transmissibility of the Delta variant and based on the recent experiences of other jurisdictions, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, is taking action to mandate vaccination for high-risk sections of the population. This includes making COVID-19 vaccination policies mandatory in highrisk settings, pausing the province’s exit from the Roadmap to Reopen, and providing third doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to vulnerable populations. The government is also expanding eligibility for the Pfizer vaccine to children born in 2009 or earlier. The Chief Medical Officer of Health has issued a directive mandating hospitals and home and community care service providers to have a COVID-19 vaccination policy for employees, staff, contractors, students and volunteers, and for ambulance services to have a COVID-19 vaccination policy for paramedics. The vaccination policy must be effective no later than September 7, 2021, and, at a minimum, will require these individuals to provide proof of one of three things: full vaccination against COVID-19; a medical reason for not being vaccinated against COVID-19; or completion of a COVID-19 vaccination educational session. Individuals who do not provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 will be required to undertake regular antigen testing. These settings will be required to track and report on the implementation of their policies to the provincial government. This is similar to the vaccination policy requirements currently in place for longterm care homes. As part of the return to school plan, the Ministry
of Education intends to introduce a vaccination disclosure policy for all publicly-funded school board employees and staff in private schools, as well as for all staff in licensed child care settings for the 2021-22 school year, with rapid antigen testing requirements for staff who are not immunized against COVID-19. The government is also working with public health units and publicly funded school boards to run voluntary vaccination clinics in, or nearby, schools to make vaccines more convenient and accessible for eligible students, their families, educators and school staff returning to school this fall. Vaccination policies will also be implemented in other higher-risk settings such as post-secondary institutions; licensed retirement homes; w o m e n ’s s h e l t e r s ; a n d congregate group homes and day programs for adults with developmental disabilities, children’s treatment centres, and other services for children with special needs, and licensed children’s residential settings. As an additional measure, based on the recommendation of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, the province will begin offering third doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to those at highest-risk, providing them with an extra layer of protection against the Delta variant. This includes transplant recipients (including solid organ transplant and hematopoietic stem cell transplants); patients with hematological cancers (examples include lymphoma, myeloma, leukemia) on active treatment (chemotherapy, targeted therapies, immunotherapy); recipients of an anti-CD20 agent (e.g. rituximab, ocrelizumab, ofatumumab); and residents of high-risk congregate settings, including long-term care homes, higherrisk licensed retirement homes and First Nations elder care lodges. Locations and timing for
third doses will vary by public health unit and high-risk population, based on local planning and considerations, with some beginning as early as this week where opportunities exist. Since August 18, all children turning 12 years old before the end of 2021 have been eligible to receive their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine and can book their appointment through the provincial booking system, through their public health unit, or pharmacies, or can walk-in to vaccination clinics across the province. “Keeping a low rate of infection in our communities and protecting our most vulnerable is how we can keep our schools, our businesses and our social settings as safe as possible while minimizing disruption”, said Dr. Kieran Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health. “To provide the best protection to each individual while learning to live with the virus, we are taking action by requiring individuals who work in higher-risk settings to be fully vaccinated, by providing a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine to certain groups who have a decreased immune response, and by expanding the eligibility to the children born in 2009 or earlier.” The province has reached more than 81% of Ontarians aged 12 and over with a first dose, and is expected to reach its target of 75% vaccinated with a second dose later this month. The government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, is pausing the exit from the Roadmap to Reopen. The Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts will continue to monitor the data to determine when it is safe to exit the Roadmap and lift the majority of public health and workplace safety measures currently in place.
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FASD had a fun day outing
by Rob More On Saturday, August 14, 33 children and young adults with FASD and their families ages 3-25 from the counties of Leeds-Grenville and Lanark gathered together at Morehaven Farm in Montague Township for a day of fun and relaxation. https://youtu. be/Qga3shqakjE. Everyone enjoyed activities such as swimming, four-wheeling, playing on a trampoline and bocce ball and petting the chickens, cows and horses. The day was also full of special events such as a Bemer demonstration on a horse, a cattle showing, face painting, nature hike, eating Mark’s Carnival Treats, road hockey, and a swimming
contest. All the special events were delivered by the Rural FASD Youth who have been practicing for almost a year in preparation for this day. Have Tents, Will Travel also graciously donated the usage of party tents for the demonstrations. We were also honoured to be joined by Councillors Brian Dowdall of Beckwith Township and Reeve Bill Dopson of Montague Township who spent the day with us and Scott Reid, our local MP who sent the following greetings to the families. “Hello everybody, I am sorry that a scheduling conflict makes it impossible for me to be at this dinner---no sane person
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being legally blind. Dealing with such disabilities means that life is always a little bit harder (or in some cases, dramatically harder) than it is for the rest of us, and that means that we all need to lend a helping hand---both to the affected individuals themselves, and to their families. This is the work that you do, and for this you deserve everybody's thanks. Thanks as well to Montague Township Council for helping with this event. Scott Reid, MP LanarkFrontenac-Kingston.” The day was made complete by a full demonstration and dinner by TV Celebrity Chef Steph the Grilling Gourmet w w w. y o u t u b e . c o m / watch?v=81bdAAArs64, of which everyone thoroughly agreed was the best smoked brisket and chicken they had ever eaten. Thank you also to John Jordan, who is currently running for the LFK PC nomination, for stopping by and introducing himself. The Rural FASD Support Network is currently the largest non-profit peer support Ontario organization
would pass up an opportunity to sample the cooking of Steph the Grilling Gourmet. But more importantly, this is a chance to say a few words in honour of the work that you are doing to help rural families that are affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. This is such important work. The effects of FASD last a lifetime, and they impact both the individual, and the family of which he or she is a member. I know this from personal experience. Two members of my extended family suffer from Fetal Alcohol Effect, and in one of the two cases damage caused to the optical nerves by in-utero exposure to alcohol has led to a lifetime of
made up exclusively of people with lived experience o f FA S D . Wi t h FA S D being the most prevalent lifetime neurodevelopmental disability, with 4% of the population living with this disability, our mandate is to provide positive, nonjudgmental peer support, both physically and virtually, provide education and awareness through our lived experience lens, and work with service providers to help achieve positive life outcomes. We thank Montague Township, the Municipality of North Grenville and Beckwith Township for continuing to be willing partners in helping us reach
our mandate and enabling wonderful new connections to be made between families, friends, and service providers. We identified that 382 new social connections were made within the six hour event, and seven youth with FASD got to serve in leadership and mentoring roles. If you, or someone you know, is living with FASD, please feel free to reach out to us at ruralfasd@gmail.com, or join our Facebook group @ RuralFASDSupportNetwork. All services are free, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors. We also meet the third Saturday of every month, starting at 10:30am in a physical and virtual format.
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Jails and Drugs – more questions
by Jim Bertram Since the surprise announcement of the big new jail in August,2020, numerous serious questions have been brought forward by many local residents: questions that would best have been aired in preliminary discussions with the local residents of North Grenville and municipal Council as a means of allowing local citizens to assess the proposed new addition to our community. The Province did not, however, wish to take the democratic, consultative community-building route, preferring brute power to calm, fair reason, and persuasion. So, finally, over these many months, it has been left to those who are willing to raise important questions for the sake of our community to do so. Last week’s letter by Nadia Gray and the article titled “The Proposed Prison” are laudable recent examples. Heartfelt thanks and admiration to all who venture out of their circle of comfort to raise their voices as leaders and defenders of their community. Starting with my article in August, 2020, I myself have, in numerous articles, raised many important questions relative to the casually undemocratic manner of inflicting this prison on North Grenville. Many questions relating to harms to our community in fiscal terms, additional policing costs, water and sewage infrastructure costs, and others have been raised by me and other writers in letters and articles. This was certainly not done to cause division, as some have suggested, but rather to inform and warn residents of the threat the evolving prison project represents. It has been done, and is still done, out of a sense of duty to our neighbours and fellow residents. One question among the many others I have alluded to in the past is: “What will be the social impact of the jail on the small population of the town of Kemptville, which is immediately contiguous to this large, new and potentially growing presence?
(Kemptville population 4,000 in 2016, according to census figures. Total population, including Kemptville, of North Grenville approximately 18,000 in 2016). Well, consider, as a small example, the subject of drug use and the potential growth of the illicit drug industry in Kemptville which will accompany the more than 200 new arrivals in the first phase of Kemptville’s new role as the southern hub of Ottawa’s Correctional system. Here’s something to reflect on in that regard. Consider the following quote from an article written by a prisoner himself: “Everyone’s always shocked to learn that so many drugs are available in prison. But, why, I always wonder.” And the following quote from an organisation dedicated to helping prisoners to abandon the drug habit: “Prisoners that enter the system are, in most cases, able to immediately access drugs via extensive trafficking operations that exist in most prisons.” The problem of drugs in prison is a serious one. And it is very widespread in North American penal institutions. “To the average person, many assume that drugs would be difficult to get inside. However, drugs are often easier to get inside prison or jail than they are to get on the streets.” Ah, but not in Canada, you say? To give the subject an immediate presence, consider the following recent excerpt from CBC news: “Hamilton police charged two correctional officers at the Hamilton-Wentworth Detention Centre for distributing drugs to inmates.” One incident among a variety of criminal actions - mostly not involving correctional officials, thank goodness. Actions which contribute to the widespread presence of drugs in jails, prisons, or “correctional institutes”, and whatever other camouflage term the Solicitor General’s minions might devise. Well, so what, you might say. Those drugs are IN the jail. Right? And yes, unfortunately, that IS true. But think. Where did the drugs come from? Outside the jail, correct? And
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what will lie in immediate proximity outside the walls of this unwanted addition to our community? Well, that would be Kemptville. You, in other words. And your family and friends and other town residents. So, what do you think the addition of a few hundred (to begin with) regular drug users will do for the local drug trade? Well folks, let’s just say it’s good news for those “in the trade”. The jump in drug sales and the other criminal activities which attach thereto will be phenomenal, as it has been in similar circumstances elsewhere. Is that the economic growth the Province and municipal government were referring to last year? Of course not. But it’s the only significant economic growth that will occur because of the new prison. And Kemptville will be far the worse for it. As for negotiating with the Province for a much enhanced OPP presence to be paid for by the Province? No. Nyet. Non. Nein. Not a bit of it. The Province is not willing to budge on this point at this time. Not without significant pressure. They are currently trying to cut policing costs, and you can see by their behaviour how much importance the Province attaches to poor little Kemptville and North Grenville. They’ll GIVE us the prison alright, but not the financial means to deal with it. Please be aware of this for your own future good! Of course, our Municipal and Provincial government officials will quite probably deny the many points above at this time and leading up to next year’s provincial and municipal elections. Nevertheless, those of us who will remember the Province’s harsh imposition of the jail, and the lack of municipal leadership in protection of the interests of North Grenville, will still have a stack of pointed questions. Let’s be sure to remember what they are. And let’s not stop bringing them forward in a clear, civilized, and direct manner.
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Loyalists drawing lots for their land 1784 by CW Jeffreys Credit: Library and Archives Canada by David Shanahan These days, people often think of the United Empire Loyalists as a rather elitist organisation, a throwback to a more Imperial and aristocratic time. And this concept of the Loyalists is one which they have largely forged for themselves over time. But the original Loyalists were far from being influential and aristocratic: they were, in fact, homeless political refugees, dependant on government for the basic necessities of life, having lost their property, professions, land, and wealth by choosing the wrong side in what was, essentially, a civil war. When the Thirteen Colonies in British North America declared their independence from Great Britain, it is calculated that almost a quarter of the combined population of around two million sided with the British Crown. The majority of these people kept their heads down and went through the Revolution to the end, without loss or trauma. But almost 60,000 either openly took sides against the rebels, or else were suspected of having loyalist sympathies, and more than a few of these were imprisoned, or forced to flee their homes and families. In various districts, particularly Connecticut and New York, men formed militia companies to fight against the revolution, although many of these were relative newcomers of the Colonies, having been born in Britain and Ireland. These militia men were separated from their wives and children, sometimes for years at a stretch, as they were gradually forced back into posts in Montreal, Sorel, Niagara and other places. As August 25 2021
the tide of war turned against their cause, around 30,000 were evacuated from New York in 1783, as the peace treaty, which would end their hopes of ever returning to their previous lives, was being negotiated in Rome. The enlisted men spent many weary months housed in barracks, facing an uncertain future, but depending on the British Crown to care for them. Their wives and children faced far harsher times, as they initially faced the fury and disdain of their republican neighbours, and then were forced to trek through wild and dangerous territory over many weeks to reach their husbands and fathers in their place of exile. They were promised free grants of land to replace, if possible, all they had lost, as well as tools and supplies to rely on for three years after settling on new land. The overwhelming majority of Loyalists chose to move to Nova Scotia, which was separated, as a result, into two provinces, with New Brunswick carved out of the older colony. Others stayed in the new province of Lower Canada, as it became after 1791, and only around 3,000 men, women and children chose to find new lives along the north shore of the St. Lawrence and the Bay of Quinté. So it was that, in June, 1784, the St. Lawrence saw a sight that was new even to that great river, as thousands of refugees, men, women, and children, slowly worked their way upriver in boats to New Johnstown, now Cornwall, where they drew lots to see where they would find their new property. Sight unseen, whether it be swamp, or dense timbercovered wilderness, their only consolation was that they were settled together according to the militia
companies in which they had served during the war. One other slight advantage they had was that most of them had been farmers, well used to clearing and ploughing land. But this land was uncleared, with trees as tall as 120 feet, and wider than a man. Although separated by some miles at times, neighbours came together to build log cabins as homes. These are described in one old account: “The walls were formed of logs, roughly notched at the ends, and piled one above another to the height of seven or eight feet, while the spaces between the logs were chinked and carefully plastered within and without with clay mortar. Openings for a door and window were provided. Smooth, straight poles were laid lengthwise on the walls to serve as supports for the roof, which, at first, was thatched, but later was composed of strips of elm bark four or five feet in length by two or three feet in width. These were placed in rows over-lapping one another and fastened to the poles by withs.” Doors and windows were usually comprised of blankets, and conditions remained rough for some years. In 1788, known afterwards as “The Hungry Year”, severe shortage of crops led to malnutrition and death among the young and elderly. This was no comfortable and gentrified life for men and women who had once known something better. The term “United Empire Loyalist” was granted to them by the Governor of the day, Lord Dorchester, a man who knew them and their history well, being the officer who had evacuated so many from New York. He, and his superiors, wished to bestow an honorific on these loyal people, all as part of a plan to raise up an aristocracy, a ruling class for the new province. Things did not turn out as planned. But these political refugees became the foundation of the new province of Upper Canada, the ones who built Dundas and Grenville Counties, and whose children and grandchildren settled the lands in the new townships laid out to the north in later decades. They helped make a new province.
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by Peter S. Milsom, President, Kemptville Branch, Navy League of Canada This has been a curious year, a challenging year, and not a very fun time. Being sequestered in our homes, moving at cautious six-foot intervals through stores, never without our faces covered like lurking bandits, and wishing we could hit our favourite restaurant with the kids or family - all just constantly and firmly underscored the family COVID reality. But times they are a-changing
for the better…. at least we all truly hope this is the case and our Sea Cadets and Navy League Cadets are hoping just as hard as the rest of us in North Grenville and region. This is the first of many articles to come under the banner displayed here. The articles will cover a wide range of topics that will illustrate what your daughters, sons, granddaughters, grandsons, nephews, and nieces, or maybe just the kids down the block who are actively involved in the Naval Cadet Program in Kemptville achieve in the Program. These girls and boys – 9-12 years for Navy League Cadet Corps Assiniboine, or from 12 to 18 in Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps Defiant, have spent the winter evenings learning and advancing, as best they could in a virtual environment, their skills in naval knowledge, drill, communications, team
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Our Oxford Mills Waste Transfer Station a half. by Rachel Everett-Fry “I just think we have a Local Journalism Initiative Reporter great council, with a great sense of focus. If we can M i t c h B l o o m h a s all do something to help conducted an independent out, it just makes North s u r v e y o f t h e Wa s t e Grenville a better place. And Management in North my impression is that, in Grenville. The survey North Grenville, everybody was conducted between wants to do something. You August 12-19, circulated via know, we’re just a wonderful, Facebook groups focused on wonderful community.” Of course, this is a survey North Grenville. 316 people completed the survey, with with a small sample size, and 186 leaving suggestions voluntary surveys typically and comments. Over half attract people who feel of the respondents live in strongly about any particular Kemptville, with the rest issue. With these limitations being scattered across North in mind, however, the survey results do provide valuable Grenville. Mitch spent 30 years insight as to how many North working for the government, Grenville residents feel about and did PhD work involving our waste management econometrics. He has systems. Mitch will be also been involved in the turning these preliminary municipality, sitting on findings into a more fulsome committees such as the report to bring to council in Mayor’s Task Force on the coming months. Preliminary results show Affordable Housing. He explained, “I got to know the that over 70% of respondents Mayor and the Councillors, rated the overall waste and I thought, you know management system 7/10 or what? Everyone is trying to higher on a satisfaction scale. There is also evidence help out here. So I started doing this.” Mitch has been of concern regarding the running independent online bi-weekly garbage pickup, surveys for about a year and particularly during the hot August 25 2021
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What would make your skin turn yellow?
A report from the Massachusetts General Hospital and published in the New England Journal of Medicine tells an interesting story. A 62-year-old man, over a two-month period, developed numbness, a “pins and needles” sensation in his hands, shortness of breath, trouble walking due to severe joint pain, and he began to turn yellow. Anyone faced with all these problems would think the end is near and start planning to say goodbye to
loved ones. In retrospect, his symptoms could have been even worse. He could also have faced paranoia, delusions, memory loss, incontinence, loss of taste, and more. But this man had a pinch of good luck. Tests revealed he had a deficiency of vitamin B-12. He wasn’t going to die. But how did he develop such acute deficiency, and how can you be sure you’re getting enough of this vitamin? B-12 is an important
pry it loose so it can be absorbed, it needs sufficient amounts of hydrochloric acid. It’s also possible to be low in B-12 if you’re taking medication, such as, Prevacid, Losec, and Nexium, used to treat acid reflux or a stomach ulcer. Even less powerful drugs, like Pepcid, Tagamet, or Zantac, reduce the production of hydrochloric acid. Intestinal problems, such as celiac disease, Crohn’s disease, and excessive alcohol consumption, reduce B-12. And, with more people using gastric bypass surgery to lose weight, B-12 intake can become be affected. You can be young and develop a lack of B-12. Plants do not make B-12. So, among the growing numbers of young people striving for a strict vegetarian or vegan diet, there is a high risk of B-12 deficiency. Fortified grains can be a source of B-12. Blood work will show if additional B-12 supplementation is needed. There are many reports lauding the use of B-12 to prevent heart disease, infertility, fatigue, eczema, and a long list of other chronic health problems. But, according to Harvard researchers, these reports are all based on faulty evidence. Alzheimer ’s disease is a good example. A deficiency of B-12 can lead to symptoms of Alzheimer’s. But even high doses of 1000 micrograms have had no effect on this disease. One case of supposed Alzheimer ’s disease was cured by B-12 supplementation, but it proved to be the wrong diagnosis. For this patient, memory deficiency problems were quickly cured by B-12. As noted earlier, it’s good to be lucky. Good sources of dietary B-12 intake include steak, fish, poultry products, and eggs. Are you wondering why the patient had yellow skin? Red blood cells become fragile with decreased amounts of B-12. Then they release bilirubin, produced by the liver, into circulation, resulting in jaundice. If your skin is getting yellow, see your doctor for blood work. Vi s i t w w w. d o c g i ff . com for past articles. For comments, contact-us@ docgiff.com. Follow us on Instagram @docgiff and @ diana_gifford_jones.
vitamin. The adult human body needs 2.5 micrograms daily so red blood cells can carry oxygenated blood to the brain, nerves, and DNA. Since B-12 cannot be made by the body, it must be obtained from diet or supplements. What causes a lack of vitamin B-12? Some people simply don’t get enough in their diet. Others, even if they consume sufficient B-12, fail to absorb it. This is why deficiency is especially common among the elderly. One person in five over age 60, and two in five over 80, fail to absorb B-12 from food and they require a supplement. Another reason can be autoimmune disorders that make it difficult to absorb B-12. As we age, the lining of the stomach gets thinner, which decreases the production of hydrochloric acid. Vitamin B-12 is firmly attached to a protein. To
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Render, Marjorie (nee Beckett)
Our dear mother, Marjorie (Beckett) Render passed away on August 10th, 2021, 6 days shy of her 101st birthday. She was predeceased by her husband of 59 years, Arthur Render, her parents Cecil and Luella Beckett of Beckett’s Landing and her sister Lorena ( Thurlodeceased) Babcock. Marjorie was a loving sister to her brother Earl Beckett (Pat) of Montreal and devoted mother to her six children, Bonnie Bedford (Jim), Pat Mosher (Keith), Anne Babala (Dale), David Render (Susan), Hugh Render (Brenda) and Marcia Wilson (Allan). She adored and was a very proud grandmother of Lara (Bedford) Davis, Melanie Bedford, Christopher, Timothy and Tobin Hewett, Alissa (Hewett) Mitchell, Jane LaSha Pool, Paul LaSha, Emily (Render) Jones, Kayt Render, Jennifer, Wesley, and Melissa Render, Nicholas and Jeremy Wilson. A great grandmother to 19, great great grandmother of two as well as survived by several nieces and nephews. This very strong independent woman remained on the family farm for three years alone, and then purchased her own home in Kemptville. At the grand old age of 98 she moved to the Royal Brock Retirement Residence where she spent her last two years very comfortably. Mom was a great cook and our very active family always looked forward to desserts every evening after dinner, never disappointed. Mom loved music and we never missed the Lawrence Welk Show. She was a woman who never deviated in her beliefs about living, managing home and family by doing it her way with orderliness in all things. Our thanks to Royal Brock and Brockville General Hospital for mom’s care in her final days. A Memorial Service will be held at the Kemptville Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry , 805 Prescott Street, Kemptville on Saturday October 9, 2021 at 1 p.m. Following Covid protocol, attendance will be strictly limited to registered guests. To RSVP, please visit Marjorie’s webpage on the Funeral Home’s website. In lieu of flowers donations to the Kemptville District Hospital would be most appreciated.
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Hopefully you are all keeping safe and well and have taken the appropriate inoculation-taking precautions to remain that way. Congratulations to those of you who have done so and, hopefully, the rest will follow suit, as soon as possible, to end the worldwide suffering it has caused. Nature, fortunately, doesn't seem to have the same problem as us, and still continues on with its everyday life. The birds are still doing their "thing", and so, on a drizzly miserable day earlier this week, I returned to see if the Ospreys and other birds were still visible. Well, just to prove my statement from last week about them having left their nest, the Osprey chicks were back in residence, side by side, what a lovely sight to see! I sat for quite a while watching through my car window, ignoring the wetness and keeping my lens dry in my efforts to capture the occasion. Soon August 25, 2021
after my arrival, one of them vacated the nest and left its sibling alone in the wet. This one I waited for to take-off, so that I could get a picture. It didn't disappoint me, and I got one as it dropped from its lofty position and flew a very short distance to perch on a bare branch. I was able to see it more clearly when I left my car and found refuge under a tree, which gave me some sort of shelter from the rain, without soaking my camera. I was able to get some nice shots of it and, again, some of it flying when it made a return flight back to its nest. Prior to watching the Ospreys, on my way into the park, I spotted a number of birds flitting to and fro above me, taking off and landing on a cable. I stopped and grabbed my camera and watched the flock, which I later could identify, from my pictures, as Barn Swallows. Because of the wet conditions, the light wasn't too good to
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