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by Marguerite Boyer On September 8, John Spero, our local champion for Parkinson’s, took part in the Annual Parkinson’s Superwalk, held at Brittania Beach in Ottawa. John began his first walk in 2005, and at that time raised $140 dollars. Over the past 13 years, the numbers kept growing. In total, he has raised over $68,000 on behalf of Parkinson’s. Over 100,000 Canadians are affected by this disease and many are not even aware that they have Parkinson’s. Some are reluctant to discuss their concerns with their doctors. Doctors may not be aware of some of the less obvious symptoms like loss of smell or unexplained
weight change or services, programs and strategies that can help. Other symptoms of this chronic and progressive disease can include muscle rigidity, tremor and depression. John came into my office and asked me if I would attend the Superwalk: I said no, right off the bat, and offered to donate. He refused my donation, saying he would prefer I came and covered the event. John’s aim is to promote the cause and bring attention to it in North Grenville. So, somehow, he managed to talk me into going to Ottawa. John, as many people know, can be very persuasive and did not take no for an answer. And I am glad I went. The place was packed, and
only person I have ever come across with such passion for his cause. Last year, he raised $14,600, coming in fourth in Ontario and sixth in all of Canada, as a single individual to raise it on their own. This year, he wanted to beat that goal. Is he competitive? I think so. And so, he did beat the goal: he raised over $18,200, and the count continues. He won the “Larry Hoffman Award” for coming in first for an individual fundraiser in Ottawa. John was at the event with his wife, Barb, and friends. He says this is his last year
there was a long line up for lunch, which was donated by the Head Office of Subway, in conjunction with a few local area Subways. The treats and drinks were all donated by a company called ‘Retire at Home’, based in Ottawa. Over three hundred meals were served just while I was there. We have covered John’s amazing determination over the last three years, when he first came onto our radar. He has been on our front cover before, and he deserves as much publicity as we can give him. John was diagnosed with the disease 20 years ago, and, since then, he has refused to let this disease stop him. He is so determined; probably the
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up curling this winter. He and Barb are avid duplicate bridge players. Both have reached the level of Bronze Life Masters. Nothing stops John Spero. John would like to thank all the people who have sponsored him and helped with the annual Parkinson Gold Tournament over the past 13 years. Special thanks to his wife, Barb, and his friend Ron Tracey for support.
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Off Depot over the past six months, many community members delivered items to House of Lazarus specifically for the auction, including several boxes of collectibles, as well as a specially-made stained glass window. House of Lazarus is a food bank and outreach mission located in Mountain, serving hundreds of clients from surrounding communities, including all of Dundas County, Grenville County and South Ottawa. Last year, 600 people were fed through HOL’s food bank, while 2,630 people were provided with RBC Kemptville donated $1,000 to House of Lazarus’ annual Live Twilight Auction fundraiser Friday, food, clothing, furniture, and September 7. Pictured: RBC employees Amanda Riley (left) and Samantha Rivet-Stevenson with HOL household goods through its executive director Cathy Ashby and her granddaughter, Katie Ashby. outreach programming. A community-supported venThe sun was shining, the Kemptville for $1,000, while Ltd. donated their time and ture, House of Lazarus does barbecue was lit, and the the remainder came from auc- expertise, while members not rely on government fundauctioneer was at the podium tion sales and the Barbecue of RBC Kemptville dropped ing. It’s through HOL thrift as House of Lazarus (HOL) Chicken Dinner. by the mission, days ahead stores, grants, donations, and broke its annual fundraiser’s “Once again, it’s the gen- of the event, to volunteer fundraisers that its projects record. erous contributions from our their time in preparation. As and programs happen. The 2018 Live Twilight community and the many well, several members of the For more information on Auction was held at the volunteers who donated their Mountain and District Lions House of Lazarus projects, Mountain-based organiza- time and energy that made Club were on hand to man the programs, and events, please tion on Friday, September 7, this event such a success,” barbecue during the Friday visit www.houseoflazarus. raising $7,413 for the local HOL executive director Cathy night fundraiser. com or follow the mission on food bank and outreach mis- Ashby said. In addition to the items Facebook. sion. Included in that total Staff Members from Pe- HOL sorters had been storis a contribution from RBC ter Ross Auction Services ing from the mission’s Drop
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Neon Night Fun Run for childhood cancer is set for Saturday, September 22nd. Hundreds of people will flood the streets of Kemptville, lit in neon colours, to participate in a 2K or 5K fun run/walk tom.tombyrne@jcis.ca starting at Riverside Park, 200 613.258.1277 Reuben Cres. 222 Prescott St., Kemptville The event will raise funds and awareness for childhood cancer while also celebrating children currently battling cancer, our warriors. At last year’s Neon Night, over 850 participants took part helping push the 4-year total to over $250,000! This year’s goal is to have over 1000 participants Business card 2col. wide 3.375" 2" and =more thanx$85,000 in 613-601-9386 • INFO@FORT-TOWN.CA funds raised. The municipality has once HOME INSPECTIONS again granted this event a THOROUGH • STRAIGHT-FORWARD Business Since 2002 SAME-DAY DIGITAL REPORTS In • FULLY INSURED local road closure, meaning there will be barricades at every intersection along the route and vehicles will be stopped. Prescott Street will
have ‘rolling closures’ meaning runners may be stopped to allow a backup of delayed vehicles to make it through. There will be OPP officers along the perimeter ensuring everyone's safety. There will be limited parking available at 200 Reuben Crescent. Pre-run activities, new registration and check-in begin at 5:30 p.m. The prerun activities include: BBQ (food available by donation), Glow-in-the-dark face painting, Meet & Greet our Superheroes and Star Wars friends, real live puppet visits, cheerleader & dance group performances, a magician & you can try your luck with Sumo Wrestling ($5) at the Kemptville Physiotherapy Centre tent. Olympic athletes and hopefuls along with the Kemptville 73’s will be there to support the cause, and to support the childhood cancer
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Toe-tapping and hand-clapping could be seen and heard throughout last year's performance by the Barrhaven Fiddleheads at St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, Prescott Street, Kemptville. This year, we joyfully look forward to their return on Friday, October 12, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. JOIN US for a fun-filled evening of fiddle music, including reels and jigs, step-dancing and waltz tunes, as well as beautiful vocals! Many familiar tunes will be sure to bring a smile. Freewill offering with proceeds towards the Presbyterian Syrian Refugee Fund. - Refreshments provided - Come early! Limited Seating. 319 Prescott Street, Friday, October 12: 7 - 8:30 p.m.
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Ken Seymour was a long-time supporter of the Kemptville District Hospital Foundation, as well as other charities in the community. The family, in honour of Ken, recently gave a very generous gift of $165,000 from the estate of Ken’s aunt,Patricia Webster. This donation will support the Kemptville District Hospital Foundation’s Clinic Modernization Campaign. Ken’s close friend, Gerald Tallman, said: “Ken would consider this a fitting tribute of his commitment to the Hospital and the community.” Gerry and Ken’s cousin, Jeff Earle, presented the donation to the KDH Foundation. The total sum of $165,427.46 is allocated to Clinic Modernization project: $100,000 for the Endoscopy clinic modernization and equipment refresh, and the other $60,000 for the Opthamology Clinic.
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Hospice opens new outdoor space Beth Donovan Hospice is inviting our community to come celebrate with us and see the programs and wonderful new outdoor space that is now completed. Our doors will be open on Thursday, October 11, from 4:30 - 6:30 and refreshments will be provided. Our board, staff, volunteers and clients are excited to share our programs and outdoor space. Please RSVP in advance so we can prepare our September 19, 2018
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Let’s Connect… by Susan Smith, Executive Director, Kemptville & District Home Support Be open… to the gifts each day brings. I was reading an article recently, and one of the sections was about the special gifts nature gives to us each and every day. These can be very simple and fleeting moments, we just have to be aware of them. I was driving home late on Thursday night and was struck by the sudden beauty of the sunset. What a gift to have that intense colour in the sky – ending just as I arrived home. It can also be the soft sound of the breeze going through the leaves. Or, just this past weekend, the loud sound of the chipmunks in the walnut trees, followed by the loud thumps of the nuts falling on the ground – that was definitely a laughing out loud moment for Lorne and I! The best gifts that each of us has are the people in our lives. At Kemptville & District Home Support, there are so many amazing people that are involved in making this such a great organization. We wouldn’t be able to continue to provide the services and
activities if it weren’t for each and every one of you. It takes ideas and interest; people passing on information to others; people volunteering to help out (there is always a need for volunteers here as we continue to grow); and, those that donate and help raise funds. Val Morris, a KDHSI volunteer, came up with the idea for a bus trip to Montebello; and then took on the organization of it. It quickly sold out and a wait list has started. This definitely shows us that there is an interest in more bus trips. There are various other possibilities being looked at. If you have any ideas for a day trip, please let us know, that is how we keep growing! Paint & T’ookies is another fun activity starting at KDHSI. This is a monthly art afternoon with Gayle Holmes, with T’ookies (tea or coffee and cookies). Gayle leads the group through the process and everyone goes home with a painting at the end of the day. Gayle is volunteering her time, and any proceeds after costs will go back into supporting the services at Kemptville & District Home Support. The cost of each
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session is only $20, including supplies and T’ookies, and will be held on the third Tuesday of each month. The September painting was of ‘sunflowers’, and the October ‘fall colours’ painting is sure to be just as popular. There is limited space and the sign-up for the October 16 session has started. If you are interested, please call to get your name on the list. Cribbage is a new activity that started in the Summer on Thursday afternoons starting at 1pm. If anyone is interested, please come ahead. This includes anyone who hasn’t played before. Everyone is willing to help teach new players. It is not competitive playing – but a wonderful opportunity to get together and keep the brain engaged. For a full calendar of events, please stop by the Centre, or visit the website at www.kdhsi.com and click on the calendar tab. Remember to be open to daily gifts. It is all of these experiences that make our lives truly amazing. Until next time, Susan
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system is that it doesn't rely on hospital staff to provide help when people encounter difficulties, which often happens after hours. The new parking system is managed by Impark, one of the largest parking management companies in North America, and includes access to a call centre that is staffed 24/7. Hospital visitors will be able to press a button for instant help at each of the gates as well as at the parking pay machines. Strategically placed security cameras will enable Impark call centre staff to assist KDH visitors with payment issues in real time. "We would be remiss if we didn't thank the members of the communities we serve for their patience during the transition to the new system," said Andy Pinhey, KDH's Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Operations, who oversaw the acquisition of the new system. "We are grateful for the public's acceptance of the temporary 'pay and display’ system that has been in place during the transition period," he elaborated, "and we especially appreciate your pa-
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KDH’s new automated parking gate system set to launch Kemptville District Hospital (KDH) is pleased to announce that its new automated parking gate system will be fully operational the week of September 17, 2018. The state of the art new system will be both highly efficient and easy to use, according to KDH's Manager of Building Services, Tammy Buehlow. "The new system will provide an enhanced experience for our patients, visitors, and our staff compared to the previous outdated and often unreliable parking gate system," she said. Tammy emphasized that the maximum daily rate has not changed: it remains at $6 and, as before, there is no charge for stays of less than 20 minutes. In the case of a lost ticket, the fee of $6 can be paid at any of the parking pay stations. Weekly passes cost $25, and monthly passes $50. As always, revenue from parking at KDH is reinvested into patient care. KDH anticipates that parking equipment downtimes and delays will be all but eliminated with the efficient new system. One of the enhanced features of the new
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tience with the unforeseen delays that arose during the installation of the new system." He was referring to several unanticipated issues that slowed the installation, including a blocked conduit feeding cables to the parking gates, and some complex network and cabling issues. After thorough investigation and consultation with experts, these issues have been successfully resolved. KDH’s new system is similar to the previous parking gate system, in that visitors will take a ticket on entering through the gates, and keep the ticket with them to pay at one of the parking pay stations when they are ready to leave. As before, the parking pay stations are located in the hospital's main lobby and at the new entrance to the Clinics at KDH (accessible from the upper parking lot), as well as in the KDH Health Centre on the hospital campus. These machines accept cash, credit and debit cards. Alternatively, visitors can pay for their parking at the gates on exiting, but only by credit card. 4
by David Herman September is World Alzheimer’s month, or, as I will call it, World Dementia Month. This is the third in a series of articles that I hope are of use to people living with Dementia or caring for someone with Dementia. This week, I will explain a little about the relationship between Caffeine and Memory, as well as some thoughts on Marijuana and Dementia. I recently read an article on a study being done by Johns Hopkins researchers on whether caffeine enhances memory. There are not too many people who do not drink coffee in our culture. I count myself as one of the abstainers, as I worked from home and, no matter how hard I tried, I could not keep my consumption down to one, or even two cups a day; and so I would wake in the morning with a headache until I had a coffee. A few years ago, I quit altogether, and I do not miss it, nor do I have that Neanderthal feeling in the morning until I have my caffeine fix. Enough about me. The research at John Hopkins was to determine if caffeine affected memory. In the study group, they were shown pictures of various objects and then given a caffeinated drink, or not. When they returned the following day, the people who had received caffeinated coffee had better retention of the objects they had been shown the previous day than those who did not receive caffeine. They were able to spot small differences in the pictures from
the picture they had been shown before. This study was the first to administer the caffeine after the test, rather than before. This ruled out the possibility that the caffeine was enhancing their focus, their attention, their vigilance, or enhancing their memory of the material they had studied. It also proved that caffeine boosted memory consolidation, which is the process of taking memories and strengthening them and making them more permanent. One suggestion that came out of the study was that there is an optimal dose to receive this enhancement in memory, and that is one cup, or about 200 milligrams of caffeine. After that amount, you start to see some of the bad side effects, such as headaches and nausea, and below that amount you do not see the enhanced memory function. They are very interested in pursuing the “how does it happen, how does it work”, so that they can enhance this benefit even more. This was not a huge study group, but it seems to show a link between moderate use of caffeine and memory consolidation. Marijuana and Dementia: As you know, Canada, and to a lesser extent the U.S. of A., are marching toward legalization of Medical Marijuana. Although it does appear to be beneficial in some circumstances, medical professionals are sounding warnings about its use to treat Dementia. The following was published in the “Journal of Alzheimer’s
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Disease”: Researchers using single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT), a sophisticated imaging study that evaluates blood flow and activity patterns, demonstrated abnormally low blood flow in virtually every area of the brain, in nearly 1,000 marijuana users, compared to healthy controls. The marijuana users' low blood flow patterns included areas known to be affected by Alzheimer’s pathology, such as the hippocampus. All data were obtained for analysis from a large multi-site database, involving 26,268 patients who came for evaluation of complex, treatment resistant issues to one of nine outpatient neuropsychiatric clinics across the United States between 1995-2015. Of these, 982 current or former marijuana users had brain SPECT at rest and, during a mental concentration task, compared to almost 100 healthy controls. Predictive analytics with discriminant analysis was done to determine if brain SPECT regions can distinguish marijuana user brains from controls brain. Dr. George Perry, Editor in Chief of the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease said, “Open use of marijuana, through legalization, will reveal the wide range of marijuana’s benefits and threats to human health. This study indicates troubling effects on the hippocampus that may be the harbingers of brain damage.”
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October is Child Abuse Prevention Month Every Child and Youth has a Right to Safety and Well-Being October is Child Abuse Prevention Month. On Wednesday, October 24, 2018, communities across Ontario will DRESS PURPLE to break the silence about child abuse and show their commitment to children’s rights to safety and well-being. On Dress Purple Day we acknowledge that it takes a village to keep kids safe. Everybody in the community plays a role in supporting children’s rights. Children’s Aid Societies will be working collaboratively during October
for Child Abuse Prevention Month and Dress Purple Day, with Boards of Education, a key partner in supporting the safety and wellbeing of children and youth. Schools play an important role in keeping children safe and in helping families that may need support to help keep their children safe. Family and Children’s Services of Lanark, Leeds, and Grenville have invited all elementary and secondary schools in Lanark, Leeds and Grenville to participate in DRESS PURPLE DAY on October 24, 2018. We have asked school staff and students to dress in purple,
Online training coming soon for Ontario snowmobilers In response to long-standing requests from the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC), the Minister of Transportation John Yakabuski announced that, for the first time ever, safety training will be made available online. "We recognize that safety is critical and it starts with proper rider training and licensing," says John Yakabuski, Minister of Transportation. "We also recognize that the delivery of this online service will be an effective way to reach - and teach new generations of snowmobile riders." Administered through a long-standing partnership between the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs and the Ministry of Transportation, the safety and licensing courses have historically been taught in-class. "On behalf of snowmobilers across the Province of Ontario, the OFSC welcomes this announcement and applauds Minister Yakabuski and the Government of Ontario for their support of our sector. Expanded training options are not only a convenience, they will ultimately contribute towards a safer snowmobiling environment." said Ryan J. Eickmeier, Executive Director Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Club. With the development of the online option, it's anticipated that safety and licensing training will serve a great number of people in many more areas throughout the province. "My ministry staff stands ready to assist the OFSC in the development of the online program - one that meets the needs of our young riders, who are the future of snowmobiling in our great province," said Minister Yakabuski. Along with its many volunteers and members, the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs and the Ministry of Transportation's programs and partnerships make Ontario's 32,000 kilometres of snowmobile trails a premier destination for tourists and locals alike.
talk about children’s rights to safety and well-being and tweet a photo of the school/ classes dressed in purple with the hashtag #iBREAKtheSilence. About Family and Children’s Services of Lanark, Leeds, and Grenville: Child safety is our top priority. FCSLLG protects children so they can grow up safe from abuse, including physical, emotional and sexual abuse, as well as neglect. FCSLLG is a non-profit organization that serves children and families in the counties of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville and their surrounding areas. We are commonly referred to as a child welfare services agency or a children’s aid society. We have a role under the law. We support families when they need it and, when required, take the necessary steps to make sure children are protected. We carry out our work under the Ontario Child and Family Services Act, which requires us to investigate possible abuse or neglect of children and ensure the safety of those who need protection.
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CDSBEO and UCDSB have partnered with local public health units to promote community awareness in response to legislation on non-medical cannabis. The Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario, the Upper Canada District School Board, and area health units will host public information sessions for communities and parents of school-aged children to learn about how community health and schools are approaching cannabis legislation in a safe and responsible way. An information session will be held in Kemptville at St. Michael CHS, on Thursday, October 4, from 6:30-8:00 pm. September 19, 2018
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Some thoughts on “We are the ones we’re waiting for”- Part 2 by Stephen Hammond A recent article in the Times by the Kemptville Business Improvement Area [BIA] talks about some of the ideas that the BIA would like to implement in the downtown of Kemptville. The BIA (Business Improvement Area) is a provincial government regulated organization and comprises a specific geographic area of the downtown of Kemptville. If more than two thirds of the businesses in the geographic area of the BIA want to participate, all the remaining businesses have to participate. So it’s a ⅔ voluntary organization. Why is participation in the BIA not 100% voluntary? Participants in the BIA are required to pay a yearly fee to the BIA that is collected by the municipality. It seems strange to me that business people would agree to be members of a government regulated business organization that forces other business owners to pay what is essentially another tax. The yearly cost of the BIA is approximately $25,000. There are some positive things that the BIA has done including the additional parking spaces and the pop-up shop program. However, these same things could be achieved on a voluntary basis without all the complexity, cost and regulation of the government. The CIP (Community Improvement Program) is another government program
to basically fix up properties in downtown Kemptville. The geographic area of the CIP overlaps the BIA area. The BIA wanted to boost funding for the CIP for the 2018 budget year to $70,000. per year, which is currently funded by the municipality at a cost of $50,000. per year. The total cost of the five year program so far works out to $160,000. Why is it that property taxes that include those from the rural areas fund renovation gifts to property owners in Kemptville? I don’t get it. Many rural residents pay high city level taxes and yet are essentially second class citizens living on minimally maintained and in some cases unsafe dirt roads. I would argue that safe, properly surfaced roads are a more important priority for the township. Many of us would love to have some more money to improve our properties. If the CIP was applicable to the whole municipality, we could all get some “free” money from the government of North Grenville. Oh, um..., isn’t that equivalent to a property tax rebate? If we want to build a vibrant community, here’s what we could do; 1) cut complexity and over regulation and bring back a common sense approach to issues. 2) reduce the bureaucratic overhead. Each new office employee adds at least $80-
from building and land leases and can be used to reduce taxes and ensure our transport and communication infrastructures (i.e. roads) are in good repair. Let’s see if we can attract private business to lease some of the buildings. 10) let’s move away from the idea that property taxes are the way to pay the funding shortfalls of the bankrupt Provincial and Federal governments. Our provincial and federal income taxes and the HST should be enough to fund all the major services we need. Taxing someone’s home after they’ve already paid taxes to get the money to buy it is immoral. We don’t have property taxes on other forms of property, and it’s equivalent to taxing the air you breathe. Try to survive without a home - oh, that’s homelessness. Gee, if the government is so concerned about homelessness, why are they making it so expensive to have and keep a home? 11) let’s celebrate what we already have, which includes an abundance of parks and public property facilities that would be the envy of many crowded urban areas. Yes, there are things that big cities have that we don’t, including toxic air and traffic jams. But until we’ve dealt with getting our existing costs and taxes to a more sustainable and affordable level, let’s hold off creating more white elephant projects.
100,000. per year to the budget if you include pension and benefits. You need the taxes from about 50 new homes to pay for this. 3) no more big budget urban boondoggle projects. 4) re- focus on efficient delivery of needed government services such as safe roads, sewer and water infrastructure, waste management, emergency services, and library services. Reward municipal employees for performance and efficiency. 5) keep tax rates at a low and affordable level to attract and retain residents and businesses. 6) tell the province to pay for all the extra services it wants municipalities to pay for. 7) tell the province to pay for police services - it’s called the Ontario Provincial Police, not the North Grenville Municipal police. Why pay for it when we have no control over it? 8) tell the province to pay the entire cost of the school system. They are the ones who negotiate with the teachers’ union and determine the compensation of school board employees. The municipality has no control over the costs of the school system, so why do we pay for it with property taxes? 9) make sure the Kemptville college purchase becomes a for-profit asset for North Grenville. Profits from the former college can come
UPDATE UPDATE UPCOMING MEETINGS COUNCIL Monday, September 24 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Monday, October 1 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre. **NOTE: Council & Committee of the Whole meetings are live streamed and archived on the Municipal website. Agendas for upcoming meetings are published on the Friday prior to the meeting and minutes are posted after they are approved. Visit www.northgrenville.ca and click on Agendas & Minutes in the Govern tab.
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The Municipality of North Grenville is accepting resumes from interested and qualified candidates for a Water Wastewater Operator/SCADA Technologist. The closing date to receive applications is 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 3, 2018. A job description and salary information is available at www.northgrenville.ca/careers.
COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM 2nd INTAKE
The Community Grants Program provides financial support to not-for-profit community groups for services, projects or events that contribute toward the quality of life of local residents. More information on the program and the application package can be found on the Municipal website and at the Municipal Centre. The deadline for applications is Friday, September 28, 2018.
COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
A second intake of applications for the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Façade, Landscape and Signage Grant Program is now underway. Under the Program, matching funds of up to $5,000 may be offered to eligible commercial and residential property owners for façade, signage and street front improvements. Full program guidelines, a map of the CIP district and the application form can be found on investnorthgrenville.ca. Application deadline is Friday, September 28, 2018.
2018 BURN PERMITS
In accordance with By-Law 33-12, a Burn Permit is required to conduct open burning on property located outside of the urban area. The entire application and renewal process is available online at www.northgrenville.ca. The online process also allows you to receive direct notification of special conditions such as fire bans and fire risk level. Burn permits are also still available at the Municipal Office or at the Fire Hall at 259 County Rd. 44 and the fee is $15. Please check conditions prior to burning by calling 613-706-1770.
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OPP investigates cat deaths by David Shanahan Following last week’s article in the Times about dismembered cats turning up in Kemptville over the past months, the Grenville County Ontario Provincial Police responded to six calls for service, in relation to missing or deceased cats. Further reports of dead cats, as well as a large number of missing cats, have been posted on our Facebook page over the past week. However, the OPP have now stated that the deaths appear to be the work of coyotes: “Police, with the assistance of a Conservation Officer have investigated the reported incidents. Currently, there is no reason to suspect foul play. The deceased cats appear to have been killed by an animal and the Conservation Authorities suspect coyotes.” Some residents remain convinced that the state in which the cats’ remains were found seem to indicate something more forensic than animal attacks. However, whether caused by animal or human, the steps that need to be taken by cat owners remains the same. As the OPP recommend: “The OPP will not investigate a missing cat, unless criminal activity is suspected. To ensure the safety of your cat, pet owners are encouraged to keep their pets indoors”.
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New Kid in Town by David Shanahan How many times over the last months have we watched and read the news from around the world and felt deeply grateful that we live where we do? With what often seems to be a neverending series of disasters, natural and man-made, happening around the globe, the problems we face in Canada, Ontario, and our own communities, seem far less serious than they otherwise would. It may be impossible for us to imagine that regular families, parents, children, doctors, plumbers, teachers, all strata of a society, can find themselves going from their regular routine lives to living as exiles, refugees, homeless and at war. It can happen suddenly and completely outside of your control: whether your home is destroyed by floods and fires, or bombs and terrorism. The families drifting around the Mediterranean, crammed onto leaking and sinking boats, were once living in their own homes, going to school and work, and chatting with their neighbours. A million people are ordered to evacuate their homes before the threat of hurricanes and tornadoes.
Letters to the Editor Dear Editor, In his letter to the North Grenville Times (Some thoughts on "We are the ones we're waiting for" - Part 1, Sept. 12, 2018), Stephen Hammond warns readers to be "wary of people who claim to want to improve the community with voluntary community participation, but then clamour for government funding." Since Mr. Hammond references an article I wrote on behalf of the Old Town Kemptville BIA, he must be referring to me. I'm afraid he missed the point of my article entirely. Rather than suggesting that the wishlist of ideas contained in the article be funded by tax revenue, my suggestion was that imaginative, positive thinking community members could effect
Wildfires sweep down and destroy the homes and businesses that took sacrifice and years to build. Citizens, whose families had lived in a country for generations, are now labelled as “ immigrants” and “foreigners” because of the colour of their skin, or the place where they worship. No-one is saying that North Grenville is perfect and without problems (well, perhaps some are; but that’s an issue for another day, and a highly-skilled therapist). But we are free to speak, to share ideas, and to choose our own representatives. That is something we should never take for granted. Yes, we can criticise and point out problems we face; but, as I like to say: we chose to live here. And many others are choosing to do so too. As our population grows, it is vital that the new kids in town are included and made an integral part of our community. This includes getting informed and involved in this coming election. Four years ago, something like 40% of the electorate actually cast a vote. And yet, municipal government has a greater impact on our daily lives than even the provincial and federal ones do. What council and staff decide in their regular meetings affects
everyone, whether you own, rent, work in or outside the area, or whether you’ve just arrived or lived here all your life. Twelve people are running to represent residents of North Grenville on council, for the magnificent benefit of less than $20,000 a year. They are not super heroes, just regular people like you and me, with strengths and weaknesses, qualities and downsides like everyone else. We’re asked to make a choice between them: one that we only have to make once every four years. Not too onerous. This is not preaching, this is also a matter of selfinterest. We have a wonderful community, one that excels in taking care of each other, volunteering and supporting those who volunteer. We have schools, a wonderful hospital, doctors, local businesses who get involved in keeping things happening. We work hard and pay our taxes, and we want to be sure that those responsible for spending our taxes do it efficiently and effectively. To make that choice, we have to try and get to know the candidates as much as we can, given the time and limited opportunities we have to do so. So, the upcoming series of candidates meetings are
a chance to do that. Some of those running are wellknown to us, while others are comparative strangers. Whatever happens, we’ll have a new council after October 22. One current member isn’t running. Two others are going for the job of Mayor, and one or both may lose. Two others are running for re-election, one or both may succeed. But the new council will have new faces, whatever else happens. If you settled here since the last election, get out and see what’s on offer. If you’ve been around a while, what questions or issues do you have to raise? This is our chance and our opportunity. We don’t want the life we have, the community we enjoy and which has been inherited by us from previous generations, to suffer decay or stagnation. And we don’t want it to be lost in a wilderness of undirected growth that destroys what we value about our neighbourhoods. North Grenville deserves better.
change by relying primarily on themselves, rather than government-driven programs or philanthropy. A perfect example of this kind of community empowerment is the construction of the gazebo in Maplewood Park, Oxford Mills. Tired of waiting for the Municipality to replace the previous gazebo, the community took the "bull by the horns", plowed through the red tape involved, and built a new gazebo, without using a single taxpayer dollar to do it. I agree with Mr. Hammond that money is important and we should use public funds wisely. Council and municipal staff are obligated to take care of our needs first and foremost, but, when citizens dream of improving their community and are willing
to volunteer their time and treasure, shouldn't their first response be "why not, how can we help?". John Barclay
ity, should have their basic plan worked out. All those aspiring to be on council better come forward with their grand vision. Bill Gooch
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Dear Editor, October 17 we will see Trudeau's grand plan to make marijuana legal come to be. Council has known of this for a long time. What has been their thinking to date? Every candidate for municipal election needs to say where they stand before October 17. Silence on this should ensure you don't get any votes. Do you want POT shops up and down Prescott St? In Bishops Mills, Burritts Rapids, or perhaps in Maplewood school? How many POT shops does North Grenville need? By this late stage the current council, if they have any planning abil-
Dear Editor, We live in a residential Kemptville neighbourhood in which all owners maintain their properties but one, the municipality. In stark contrast the privately owned vacant lots in the same area are regularly mowed. Yet the municipality is adamant that it will not mow its vacant land. The municipality's property has become filled with weeds and it seems quite happy to propagate its weeds throughout the neighbourhood. The contempt that this Council has for taxpayers appears to have no limit. Victor Jarjour
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by Rob More On Saturday, September 15, the Rural FASD Support Network [Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder] launched their first public meeting at Calvary Bible Church in Smith Falls. The day started with Shelley More, co-founder, sharing the milestones achieved in the past two years, introducing the members of the executive committee, and sharing their mandate, vision and mission. Shelley also pointed out the Network has two functions. The Executive Committee focuses on advocacy while the Caregiver Support Group focuses on supporting families. Tanya Eichler, Psychotherapist, spoke next on “What Does FASD Look Like?” Wendy Reed and Malcolm McIntosh shared what life is like for them and their children living with FASD with very limited supports and understanding. Minister Steve Clark sent his regrets, having been called away to an emergency session at Queen’s Park. Over 45 caregivers, service providers including most of the Open Doors staff, general public primarily from the Calvary Bible Church and children living with FASD attended the launch, which was described as very successful and highly organized. The full presentation can be viewed on the Rural FASD Support Network Facebook page, and the next meeting is scheduled for October 20, at 10:30am, at Calvary Bible Church in Smith Falls. Free child care and refreshments will be served as well.
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The Rural Ontario Institute (ROI) is pleased to announce its latest project for 2018-19, Municipal Internship: Youth Engagement Strategies. This project will see 12 rural communities receive support and funding for a youth intern to work on dedicated youth engagement strategies in the summer of 2019. Community partners will be chosen by ROI and the project advisory committee following submissions of Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from interested municipalities and youth-serving organizations. The Municipal Internship: Youth Engagement Strategies project will support rural municipalities across Ontario to: hire a municipal intern; develop and implement youth engagement strategies; and provide a voice for local youth in the ongoing development of their communities. Through this initiative, ROI is working to foster long-term outcomes that extend to municipalities across rural Ontario. These include: building (youth) civic leadership; increasing capacity for youth engagement; facilitating municipal sector workforce succession; and youth attraction and retention. To read more, or to submit an Expression of Interest, please visit: www.ruralontarioinstitute.ca/programs/youthengagementstrategies.
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Council directs staff to look into baseball diamond expansion Calvin Medynski. The Seaway Surge Baseball Club was founded in 2016 by Calvin and his friend, Tim Hamilton. Both were on the executive of Kemptville’s Little League and saw the need for higher-calibre baseball in the area. Seaway Surge is a member of Baseball Ontario, and plays in the National Capital Ontario Baseball Association (NCOBA) and the Eastern Ontario Baseball Association (EOBA). They offer the opportunity for boys and girls, ages eight to eighteen, from all over Eastern Ontario to play baseball at a higher level than what is offered by Little League. Within their boundary, they draw from around 150,000 people, which is just below the Ontario Baseball Association average for an association. The club has only grown in numbers since its inception, going from just three teams in 2016, to seven in 2018. They are hoping to
This year's Seaway Surge Mosquito team winning the NCOBA Cup by Hilary Thomson Merrickville-Wolford council has agreed to consider paying for an upgrade to their baseball diamond to allow more kids to use it next season. The request came from the Seaway Surge Baseball Club, which offers elite “AA”and “A” Rep level
baseball to young men and women throughout Eastern Ontario. This year is the first year they had their youngest players use the baseball diamond in Merrickville, after they raised funds and renovated the field for it to be big enough for their Rookie (8/9) and Mosquito (10/11) teams to play. “The teams love playing in Merrickville,” says Seaway Surge parent and
Merrickville resident, Mike Seeley. Seaway Surge would like to see Merrickville-Wolford invest in their field and expand it another ten feet, so that it would be big enough for their Minor Peewee (12) and Major Peewee (13) teams to play their games. “Right now, we have to have some bases on the grass,” says Vice President of Seaway Surge,
add another Rep team and four house league teams next year. “There is a growing need for higher level baseball in the area,” says Seaway Surge Secretary, Dan Piche. Calvin says Seaway Surge is not only beneficial for the kids who play on their teams, it also promotes the municipalities where they play. They estimate that they bring about 800 families a year to dine and shop in Kemptville, Merrickville and surrounding municipalities. Merrickville-Wolford council agreed that having the Seaway Surge use their ball diamond is excellent for the community. “I was delighted this summer to see baseball in the field,” said Deputy Mayor Anne Barr at the council meeting last Monday. They also agreed that supporting the Seaway Surge aligns with their strategic plan to promote a healthy and active community. If the field is going to be
ready for the 2019 season, the work should be done this Fall to avoid the soggy ground that comes with the Spring thaw. This was a cause for concern for Merrickville council, as work on the baseball field is not a line item in the municipality’s 2018 budget. In the end, it was decided that they would consult with the municipality’s Treasurer to see if there was any money left over in their recreation budget for the year. If they do have the funds, it would allow them to do the work sooner, rather than later, ensuring they have an appropriate size of field for the older kids to play on during the 2019 season. To learn more about Seaway Surge Baseball Club or to get involved send them an email at info@seawaysurge. com.
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by Charles R. Merredew, Rogue Poet The Rogue Poets of Merrickville would like to congratulate our member Mr. Chuck MacInnis on his recent win in the Friends of the Windmill Poetry Contest held to commemorate the Battle of the Windmill in 1838. Chuck won in the Senior category with his poem “Battle of the Windmill”. The Rogue Poets of Merrickville meets every Wednesday afternoon at the Goose and Gridiron in Merrickville from 1pm to 3pm to discuss and challenge our-
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Local mayors visit Merrickville-Wolford asking for hospital funding by Hilary Thomson The mayors of Smiths Falls and Perth paid a visit to Merrickville-Wolford council last Monday to request funding for the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. The two campuses of the Hospital serve 60,000 people in Smiths Falls, Perth and surrounding areas. With a budget of $62.5 million, they employ 535 staff and have a volunteer base of 300. Ninety-two per cent of hospital staff live in the counties of Lanark or Leeds-Grenville. Although the hospital does receive some funding from the province, this does not cover the cost of essential equipment needed to provide a high level of care and to maintain its exemplary standing. Having the most up to date equipment also helps
in the attraction and retention of high-quality physicians to the hospital. “All the things that touch you are not covered by the province,” says Mayor of Perth, John Fenik. “It is critical to have the most up-to-date systems to attract doctors.” Equipment costs are typically covered by hospitalbased income (parking etc.) and fundraising by the hopital auxiliary. Unfortunately, even with the projected funding from those two sources sitting at $1.5 million, it still leaves a shortfall of $1.6 million that the hospital needs to keep up to date with things like Electronic Hospital Records, MRI, and ongoing annual capital equipment. To help close the gap, the hospital is looking for funding from the municipalities that it serves. Mayor John Fenik and Mayor Shawn Pankow
for the hospital instead. “The County Council agreed that, rather than individual municipalities dealing with hospital funding requests, they would direct those requests to the County for consideration,” he says. “A resolution was passed setting aside 0.5 per cent of the levy for that purpose.” According to David, the County has already approved funding for hospitals in Kemptville, Brockville and Kingston. Mayor Pankow and Mayor Fenik will be making a presentations to County Council later this month, and it is possible that the total amount of their request could be approved, over a period of time. “I cannot speak for the County Council as to what will be approved, but I will certainly support their request,” Mayor Nash said.
have been traveling around to the various municipalities, asking them to include funding for the hospital in their 2019 budget deliberations. Based on the formula they used, which takes into consideration the population of the municipality and how many residents use the hospital per year, they have asked Merrickville-Wolford to set aside $36,733 for the hospital in next year’s budget. This equates to about $11.98 per person, or 0.86 per cent of the tax rate. “Healthcare is the most important thing that we can deliver to our constituents,” Mayor Pankow said at the meeting. Council agreed to include the request in their 2019 budget deliberations; however Mayor David Nash said it may not be necessary, as there is a chance that the County will be providing funding
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Resident questions second workplace investigation by Hilary Thomson Merrickville-Wolford resident, Dawn Dawson, approached council last Monday night to ask about the second workplace investigation of the year in the municipality. At a special meeting on Tuesday, September 4, council decided to hire a workplace investigator to look into potential harassment at the municipal centre. Considering the length and cost of the previous investigation into former CAO John Regan, Dawn asked council to explain
why this situation merited the employment of another workplace investigator. She also wondered whether the investigation being conducted by the OPP is at all related to the harassment allegations. Interim CAO, Doug Robertson, answered her questions as best he could, without breaking the confidentiality of the closed session, or jeopardizing the integrity of the investigation. “Whenever an employer is aware of a [harassment] complaint, they must hire a workplace investigator,” he says. “Council is acting on
legal advice.” He also clarified that this investigation is separate from the investigation being conducted by the OPP surrounding the recordings of municipal staff which were circulated in the municipality over the summer. Doug assured Dawn and the gallery that the workplace investigator they have hired is working quickly and efficiently, keeping costs low. “We are being as transparent as the law would allow us to be,” he said.
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Choosing your divorce process wisely can save you time and money by Daren Givoque, CDFA There are many decisions that need to be made once a couple has decided to end their relationship. Contrary to popular belief, there are several options to choose from for couples that want to stay out of court and resolve things as smoothly and costeffectively as possible. Here are a few of the available options for divorce processes and some tips about how to decide which one would work best for you. Uncontested Divorce: An uncontested divorce works best when both parties are getting along and generally want the best for each other. This process relies on both spouses working together to agree on the terms of the divorce. In an uncontested divorce, both parties file separate paperwork with the court before amicably parting ways. Because things like division of assets and child support are decided on at the outset, there is no need for hearings, settlement negotiations, or other court procedures. If things are amicable, an uncontested divorce is a great option, because it allows the couple to end things congenially and with dignity.
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The very productive partnership of St. James Anglican Church, Kemptville and the Rotary Club of Kemptville continued recently at the Book Fair sponsored by the Kemptville Youth Centre. Formerly St. James parishioners Tira Porter, Kate McLean, Ted Stiles, Carol Matheson, Susan Hunt, Kristen Wood, Peter Bunn and Robert Porter, all helped with book sorting prior to the Fair. During the Fair, Kate McLean, Carol Matheson and Helen and Peter Bunn, along with Rotarian Anna Adrichem-Rochon, selected books destined for the Salvation Army's Christmas Hampers. TRUSTED PARTNER OF The hard work paid off, with approximately 500 good quality books, primarily for children, but also including a number for youth and adults, selected for distribution. Salvationist Erin NIHB, VAC and Worker’s Compensation Provider Wong, who heads the Christmas Hampers project, stated that the books continue to be a popular This limited-time offer applies to private and ADP sales of select hearing aids and is subject to change without notice. item with the recipients of the Salvation Army Christmas hampers. It is also a great way to For ADP sales, the 50% discount is after the grant is applied. This offer cannot be combined with other promotions or encourage literacy in the community and to reinforce the work that is being done in area schools. discounts for hearing aids. Hearing tests are provided free of charge for adults ages 18 and older. Some Promo Code conditions may apply. Please see clinic for details. Offer not valid in Quebec. Offer expires 09/28/18. NSP-BOGO-NGTM The Salvation Army hamper distribution will be held in mid- December. 12 September 19, 2018 www.ngtimes.ca TM
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COMMUNITY EVENTS Sept 20 Spencerville Mill & Museum, Music at the Mill, 7:30 pm, Canadian singersongwriter Jim Bryson and guitarist and singer Meaghan Blanchard. Tickets $30 at: festivalofsmallhalls.com or call 613 402-1425. Pre-concert Sliders & Slaw from Joe’s $17. Order in advance online at: 1000islands.snapd.com. Cash bar. Sept 23 Bridal Gowns and High Tea, fundraiser for The Kemptville District Hospital Auxiliary, 1:30 to 4 pm, St. John’s, United Church, 400 Prescott Street. Tickets, $20 may be purchased from the gift shop at KDH or call 258-4581. Sept 26 New Horizon Club, 2 pm, Burritt’s Rapids Community Hall. “Remembering Special Times” Sept 29 Harvest Dinner, North Grenville Historical Society's chef prepared autumn feast. Social hour 5 pm., dinner at 6 pm in the North Grenville Curling Club. Tickets are $25.00 and are available at Geronimo Coffee House or NGHS (613) 258-4401. Sept 29 an Affair with Food + Drink, Spencerville Mill & Museum, 1-5 pm: Local tastings of food and drink specialties. Live music. Special Silent Auction. Advance ticket $30 online at 1000islands.snapd.com or Joe Computer, Spencerville Home Hardware or $35 at the door, includes 10 tasting tickets. Sept 30 A special service of Joy & Celebration as Shanly United Church shares its Last Service before closing its doors, 1:30 pm, 709 County Road 21, Shanly. Refreshments and reminiscing to follow the service.
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Weekly and recurring events Mon Kemptville Quilters Guild, 2nd Mon./mth at the Kemptville Pentecostal Church, 1964 County Road 43, 7 pm. New members welcome. Kemptville Cancer Support Group, 3rd Mon/mth, St. John’s United Church, Prescott St., 2 pm. All welcome. For info call Ellen Vibert-Miller at 613-258-7778. Modern square dance club, Grenville Gremlins, 7:30-10 pm, NG Municipal Centre.
Newcomer Bridge-St John's United Church 12:15pm. Cost $5.00. All levels welcome. No partner needed. Info . 613-806-4495 to 613-795-7155.
Men’s Darts League at the Legion, 7 pm. Starting 10 Sept through to April. All are welcome. $5. per night. Tues 18+ Mixed basketball at Holy Cross School Gym from 7-9 pm. $5/night or $60/season. Call Jeff at (613) 816-8345 for more info. Euchre, Kemptville Snowmobile Klub, 3rd/Tues/mth. Doors open at 6:30 pm, start time of 7 pm. Ladies Darts League, Kemptville Legion, 7 pm through to April. All are
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BNI Networking Group Breakfast, Grenville Mutual Insurance Building, 380 Colonnade Dr, 7- 8:30 am. Info: 613-918-0430. Bridge St. John’s United Church, 12:15 pm. Cost $5. All levels of bridge players welcome. Info, call. 613-806-4495 to 613-795-7155. The Branch Artisans Guild, North Grenville Community Church, 2659 Concession St. every 3rd Tue/mth, 7pm. New members welcomed Wed NG Photography Club - 1st Wed./mth, 7-9 pm, at the Grenville Mutual Insurance, 380 Colonnade Drive. See ngphotoclub.ca for info. Klub 67 Euchre every 2nd & 4th Wed/mth, 1:15 pm, St. John's United Church. Everyone welcome $5.00. Bingo- 1st & 3rd Wed/mth., Kemptville Legion, 1 pm. All welcome. New Horizon Club, Burritt`s Rapids Community Hall. Adults 55 plus welcome. For info re programs and membership, call Golida Tym 258-3894. Probus Club of North Grenville, 3rd Wed./mth. Everyone is welcome to join us at 9:30 am at St Paul's Presbyterian Church Hall for fellowship. Holy Cross Church monthly suppers, 1st Wed/mth. Adults $8, Children $5. All are welcomed. NGPL Science and Technology Group meetings are held the 1st/Wed/mth, 7-9 pm in the program room at the Library. Thu Bridge - St. John’s United Church, 6:15- pm. Cost $5. All levels of bridge players welcome. For more info, call 613-806-4495 or 613-795-7155. North Grenville Toastmasters - Meeting 1st & 3rd Thurs/mth., 7 pm at O’Farrell’s Financial Services, Cty Rd 44. Info, call 258-7665. Mixed Darts League at the Legion 7:30 pm. Starting 6 Sept, through to April. All are welcome. $5. per night. Fri Twice The Fun Games (200 Sanders St. Unit 103) Game Night, 2nd and 4th Fri/mth, 6-10 pm. Bring your favourite game or borrow one from their library. Sat Kemptville Legion breakfast, 8 - 10 am 3rd Sat/mth, 100 Reuben Crescent. Adults $. 6, Children under 12 $3. All welcome. Euchre, Kemptville Legion, last Sat/mth. Noon-5 pm. Sun Twice The Fun Games (200 Sanders St. Unit 103) “Organized Play” and "Learn to Play" events, 1-4 pm . No experience needed. Bingo, Kemptville Legion – Last Sun/mth, Doors open 6 pm, guaranteed $400 jackpot. Refreshments available. M,W,F Kemptville and Area Walking Group meet at Municipal Centre at 8 am. All welcome.
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SERVICES TOES IN NEED Professional, Sterile Advanced Mobile Foot Care Nurse 613 858 4383 toesinneed@bell.net www.toesinneed.ca Hunter Education Courses on August 25 and 26 in Winchester and September 15 and 16 in Spencer ville. Contact Kerr y Coleman at 613-258-7515 or kerrycoleman@xplornet.com TOASTMASTERS 613.698.6131
tions, kitchens, bathrooms, additions, decks, home repair. Call George at 613-462-7637
FOR SALE a DELTA table saw & router $ 150.00 extra blades.call 613 258 3637
SEWING: Weddings to alterations, stonehousesewing. com. Call Sharon at 613-2243182, Kemptville.
Tent-trailer. Mechanics good. Older Coleman. Canvas/netting needs replacing/ repair. $500. 613-258-6170
Property clean-up, trees, brush, scrap metal anything removed. Wayne Scott 613286-9072.
potatoes dug fresh 40 cents lb 613 2584217 or 7975507
Hay for sale, $5.00/bale, Anne Marie 613-213-0970
Villas Maple Dining Table w/extension, Beat Offer call 613- 258-5547
For Sale- Four sets of 120cm grow lights. $100 or best offer. 613 269-3567
Air Conditioner, MayTag 8500 BTU/h - for doublehung windows. $150.00 CALL 613-258-2119
Mixed seasoned firewood for sale, all hardwood, $100/ cord delivered, Jon 613-2273650
Backyard Grill 20”x 14” cooking area, 2 shelves, on wheels.$30, 613 215 0651
Dry and wrapped round bales of hay suitable for cattle. Jon 613-227-3650
GPS Garmin DriveLuxe 50. Portable car GPS, $300.00. 613-258-1518.
1 new Nordic & rim 225/75/15 . $75.00. 613 258 6254
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Rotor tilling, bush hog, small backhoe, lane grading. Call 613.229.4520.
Complete Home Property Clean up: house cleaning, dump runs, etc. Call Al’s Clean up services 613.258.3847 613.295.0300
Looking for Avon products, please call Joan at 613-762-6600
HANDY MAN specializing in renovations & house staging. We do it all CALL 613.294.2416
House cleaning. Every mother/father needs a housewife. Call Sandy 613 219 7277
Goodnight Bed Company Supporting your well-being with genuine sleep solutions. 613 258 2902.
House cleaning and/or home security checks for snowbirds. Diana 613 294 0385 GARDENING - Artistic Flower Gardening, Create or Establish - construct maintain. Small Lawn Services. 613-258-3847 French, Spanish, Inuktitut and Sign Language courses www.LearningNG.ca 613-853-8308 anne@alkeventmanagement.ca Nutrition & Gut Health Eat to live! Practical support for your body & spirit. support@wholesumapproach.com 613258-7133 Horse mini-camps for children/youth all summer 258-7488 Handyman /c ontractor, with years of experience. No job is too big or too small. Local references and free estimates. Call 613-791-8597
Rock My House music lessons in fiddle, piano, drums and more. 613 258 5656.
FOR RENT Furnished room in a shared house for rent, $700/mth in Oxford Mills. Call 613 294 7420 Old Town Kemptville, Sept 1, $750 plus utilities. 613 220 5014 3 bedroom house available. Rent Supplement Program for families with income under $43,500.. Call 613-342-3840 x2450. COMMERCIAL FOR LEASE 513 Prescott St. Kemptville Suggested Use: Salon (nail, hair, Barber, Esthetiian, Massage) Service Shop, Professional Office Car Rentals/Detailing Office with 2-Bay garages and parking @ back Available September 1.613794-3551 FOR SALE
J.R Tunings Affordable and Reliable Piano Tuning $100/Tuning JRTuningsinfo@gmail.com
Vintage HO electric train engines/cars/track '60s reasonable best offer: pandgpostma@gmail.com
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"Record collection for sale. Please call Paul at #613215-0835
John’s Home Renovations call and leave name and number. 613-269-3113
CRAFTSMAN 1/2 HP GARAGE DOOR OPENER BRAND NEW STILL IN CARTON $100.00 MODEL 139.18453D CALL 613269-3301
Retired carpenter. I am an honest trustworthy and very good at what I do. RenovaSeptember 19, 2018
Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker used twice asking $75.00. Call 613-258-2753 Back-to-wall cabinet for sale, original glass doors. $350.00. 613-269-4415 KITCHEN DINING ROOM AND LIVING ROOM SET COME FROM HOME WITH NON SMOKERS. NO PETS JACKIE 613-821-6161 DORM PACKAGE MINI-FRIDGE, BED TOPPER, SHEETS AND RISERS $200.00 258-9470 15” tv ac/dc built-in dvd/ cd, usb and card reader perfect for camper / dorm $75 613-258-3596 HEINTZMAN UPRIGHT PIANO IN OAK, WITH MATCHING STOOL. WELL TAKEN CARE OF. REASON FOR SALE - MOVING. $3000. APPLY 613 258 291 Adjustable Bath Safety Seat with Back Rest $50. 613215-0681 Table + 4 chairs, solid maple, 102 cm round, drop leaf, $140. 613 258 2119
10 gal S.Steel dispensing tank with gate. Unused, suitable Honey/Maple syrup.$195 .613 269-3567 Solid Pine Door 1,3/4 x 30 x 76" , hardware. $100 V-$400+ Tel 613 258 8000
2014 Yamaha ATV excellent condition $9,000 613.258.4867 2005 Uplander as is, asking $1000.00, call 613-2582753.
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WANTED: BOOKKEEPER/ACCOUNTANT The Position We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, enthusiastic, organized, details-oriented accountant to join our team. As part of the team, you will be responsible for providing full-cycle accounting and bookkeeping and payroll and tax services to our clients throughout the year. The Candidate You possess a post-secondary diploma or degree from a recognized business program. You are detail oriented, organized and can work independently. You have excellent communication skills, verbal and written, in English. You have 10+ years of experience in public accounting/ bookkeeping and you are a master of QuickBooks Online and MS Excel. You think ahead, love problem solving and see the big picture. You have no problem managing people and taking charge when necessary. The Employer We are a well-established bookkeeping and accounting firm located in Kemptville, 30 minutes south of Ottawa, with clients across Canada. Our clients are small to mid-size private corporations, not for profit and charitable entities, and individuals. Our services include bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, controllership, business management services, financial statement preparation, taxation and more. We are a paperless office that uses and values technology. We put our employees and clients first with comfortable, attractive facilities. Our people remain the driving force behind our continued success. Please email your resume and salary expectations to info@lunanaccounting.com to apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank you for your time and interest in Lunan Accounting Services and we look forward to hearing from you.
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Kemptville 73's hold Bears at bay and get stomped by Colts and Pawlikowski attacked the stopper, as Gavin Wood stayed on Bears stopper to award him with his second goal and a 5-4 win. Kemptville out gunned Smiths Falls 10 - 7 for a final count of 73's SOG 28 to 23. 73's seem to be still struggling with their PP and lapse in quick transition response from defence to offence. An extremely tight game as the boys faced the Cornwall Colts in their corral on Thursday, with all lines contributing, but falling shot by one. Both teams ran an end-to-end attack until 73's mounted a charge at 15:14, when Ashton Fry, with helpers from Beaton and Thousand, drew first blood. Konnor MacCormick assisted from Poirier to tie it at 17:16 and end first. Colts hammered 73's 18 to 9 SOG.
Driving hard......Charlie Kiefer in position for tip as the Bears hug out his attempt during Sunday afternoon home battle. by the sportsguy Kemptville hosted the hungry Bears for their Sunday afternoon contest to squeeze out a 5-4 victory, as Gavin Wood posted two markers and recorded the winner. 73's opened the first when Beaton back to Patterson over to Jacob Thousand in the slot to rifle it by Jack Ryan at :42. Alex DiCarlo with helpers from Todd and Warywoda gave Smiths Falls the tie at 11:49. Kemptville Williams with Jefferies tic-tac-toe to Jesse Dicks top of the circle to launch a missile through the posts to break the tie at 12:28. Go ahead goal combination from Domitrovic with Titus across the middle to Gavin Wood for his first goal and
chase Bears stopper to the showers at 13:11. Kemptville, with man advantage, pinching in without backup plan, gave Adam Church a opportunity to capitalize with SHG when a loose rubber was left unattended just inside circle at 16:08. Kemptville out-shot Smiths Falls 13 to 7 to close out with 73's on the board 3-2. Smiths Falls owned the second with man advantage Larabie to Leeson so Jacob Cuffley to beat Nick Bond at 3:26 for PPG. At 5:11 Brian Bygrave on a mission to give Smiths Falls the go-ahead to wrap the session up with 4-3. Smiths Falls posted 9 to Kemptville 5 SOG. Kemptville came on strong in the last twenty at
Bringing the Food Charter to Life with a Toolkit for Municipalities foodcoreLGL is thrilled to announce the completion of their second Food Charter implementation toolkit, this one for municipalities. The tool uses the five main principles of the Food Charter for the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville and Lanark County and offers concrete and credible ideas on how municipalities can apply those principles in policy and by-law development and in collaborative work with communities. Created over the course of one year through a broad, multi-stakeholder process the Food Charter, a shared vision statement, was launched in 2014. The local Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Paula Stewart, sees the implementation of the Food Charter as “an ongoing opportunity for citizens, governments, community organizations and groups to work together for the creation and maintenance of a safe, healthy and sustainable food environment accessible to all. The goal is to do this within a local economy that supports local food.” Find the toolkit at foodcoreLGL.ca and share it with others. Like the first toolkit, designed jointly with the school community, this toolkit for municipalities was developed with broad input from experts and community members. The work was led by foodcoreLGL’s Stewardship Group whose task is to promote local food and food-related initiatives, monitor the implementation of the Food Charter and maintain the Food Inventory. The group’s work is supported by The Table Community Food Centre, the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, both the North Lanark and the Country Roads Community Health Centres and the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit. September 19, 2018
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Second was more excitement, as Williams with Dick to Garrett Meyer from the slot to beat Michael Carr for the tie breaker at 4:35. Colts bounce back when Mulhearn to Dylan Massie beating Jarrett Fiske for SHG at 7:06. Kemptville with man advantage answered as Samson and Beaton back to Cameron McLean on point for PPG at 8:03. At 9:23 the insurance from Titus on the stick of Nicholas Domitrovic to make it 4-2 for Kemptville. Cornwall came within one when Henry Bishop with helpers from Shankar and Massie into the mesh at 17:14. The Colts shut down the period with a tie as David A. Poirier assisted by MacCormick at 18:33. Cornwall only outshot Kemptville by one, 13 to 12 SOG.
Kemptville opens final twenty with man advantage: combination Beaton back to Fry on point and Jacob Thousand buried behind the line for PPG at 1:46 and lead. Konnor MacCormick, assisted by Tanner and McRae at 10:17, to even it and force OT. Cornwall managed 15 SOG with 11 for Kemptville. Going into OT was shortlived as Colts capitalized when Tristan Poissant found the open net at 4:57 for 6-5 squeaky win. Cornwall counted an extra SOG 4 to 3. Kemptville had 5 PP opportunities with 2 results, and Cornwall 4 PP opportunities without results. Watch for the Kemptville 73's season ticket launch. Hockey with EDGE... excellent, economical, entertainment....support your 73's. See you at the game.
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by marguerite Boyer Last week I took part in the Hunger Awareness event, through the House of Lazarus [HOL]. The goal was to spend five days sharing the experience of those who use the food Bank at HOL, with only$10 to spend and a box of groceries, supplied by HOL, valued around $40. Half a dozen eggs, a loaf of white bread, a bag of skim milk, three pork chops, soups, two cups of pudding, a can of fruit, pasta, some potatoes and carrots and of course some coffee, which was the worst coffee I have had in a
long time. How hard could it be for five days? I could only use some basic things from my kitchen, salt and pepper, some butter etc.. Otherwise, I was to use only the food supplied. My first day was a trial. I kept misjudging how much coffee to use. There were pouches of coffee, like the ones you find in hotel rooms. So I used some of my funds to purchase a coffee, two days in a row, which left me with $6. Then a friend suggested I buy a small bag of coffee, which I did, for less than six dollars, and that’s when my coffee machine broke down. By then, I had no money left to get me through until Saturday. As far as the food was concerned, I believed I could get by with what I had being given. However, I did go to bed hungry. No snacking food. My first post on Facebook was early Monday morning, lamenting the coffee issue. Such a daily part of my life,
until I hit that wall. However, my post did raise the awareness of a local coffee roaster, who has now decided to donate freshly roasted coffee to HOL on a weekly basis. Big thanks to Malina Dockendorff of Rideau Roastery in Kemptville. The same day that I was whining about coffee, she dropped off 5lbs to them. So, in fact, I did manage to bring an awareness to someone. Up until now, she has always donated to the food bank, but never considered that good coffee could make a difference in people’s lives. I never realised just how much I take that daily cup of coffee for granted. By Wednesday, I was getting all kind of cravings. Pizza, chocolate, chips etc... but I knew this was temporary, so, hey, I can do it. I also realised things about myself, that I did not like. Such as how lucky I am, and spoiled, that at any time I can eat out, have friends in for supper, enjoy a lavish meal with them,
and just how much I take all this for granted. But what if? I have not had to humble myself and go to the food bank over the years. Think about it, think if you had to go there and ask for help. And that’s exactly what happens. You have to fill out a form, stating your income, how many people depend on you, etc etc... a lot of this is to avoid people taking advantage of the system. By Thursday, my mood changed. We had posted on Facebook and in the Times about the disappearance of cats in the community. By Thursday afternoon, the views for that one article were over 4,000, compared to my 400 views on the updates about the Hunger Awareness. I began to be discouraged: did people care more for cats than for people in need? But I also realised something important: what I was taking part in was not really sharing the experience of the Food Bank users. It was only a chance to bring
awareness, to myself and as many others as possible, that the Food Banks exist, that they are needed by so many of our neighbours, and that we just don’t understand that. I admit: I failed the challenge, I couldn’t give up my little luxuries, even for five days. I was ashamed, of course, but I also knew that the biggest luxury I had was the choice to stick with the challenge, or walk away. The people I was representing don’t have that luxury. The Hunger Awareness challenge was not a game, and it was not a big thing to take it on, whether I had succeeded or not. What it is meant to do, and did in my case, was to help me appreciate what I have, and the responsibility we all have to help where we can. The one who really came through was Malina and her coffee.
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Competition for Canada 150 Rink by David Shanahan The hope that the Canada 150 Rink could be coming to Kemptville seems to be fading. Southgate Church has been eager to spend the money to have a full-sized ice surface at their property for some time now, encouraged by Mayor Gordon and other members of the congregation there. However, the emotional advantage seems to lie with Gananoque these days. The home town of the late Gord Brown, member of Parliament for this riding, has also applied to get the rink, and Michael Barrett, who has received the nomination of the Conservative Party to replace Gord, has been campaigning vigorously. “Mr. Brown had actually started inquiring about bringing this rink to Gananoque prior to his untimely passing,” Mr. Barrett says in a letter to the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism, Pablo Rodriguez, who noted that Gord Brown had already established an organisation to raise money for the rink. This group, the Thousand Islands Accommodation Partners, has also received the backing of Bob Runciman, retired Senator and one-time M.P. for the riding, as well as another ex-M.P., Joe Jordon. The fact that Joe Jordon was a Liberal and Bob Runciman was a Conservative, gives the Gananoque application bipartisan support, a significant advantage for their claim. Community support in the Gananoque area has been another important factor. A Go Fund Me account was established to raise money for the project which has now become a memorial for the late Member of Parliament. The Thousand Islands CFDC has also donated over $100,000 to the cause. Michael Barrett is not slow to emphasise the trump card he believes he holds in the matter: “I know there are many communities wishing to receive this rink but Gananoque is the perfect place to put it. It is a perfect way to honour Gord’s legacy.” www.ngtimes.ca
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Nominees sought for Ben TeKamp Memorial Award at EEC For scores of entrepreneurs in the Leeds and Grenville area, Ben TeKamp was the guiding force who helped turn their ideas into successful businesses. Ben TeKamp championed and advocated for local community economic development from both a public and private perspective. As well as being a threeterm Brockville Mayor, Ben TeKamp was a noted business owner and for many years helped co-ordinate the Self-Employment Benefit Program which gave many local entrepreneurs the opportunity they needed to start a successful business. He was also a tireless community volunteer and was a board member of the Employment + Education Centre for many years. This was a passion of Ben’s and a career that made a difference in the community. Mark TeKamp, son of Ben, who is on the award committee, commented on the significance of this award: “It’s a meaningful
way for all of us to recognize and honour great ideas and hard work within the local business community, which is something my father would have been very supportive of. My father believed strongly in the role which entrepreneurs and innovators play in our local economy.” Now it’s the turn of a successful local entrepreneurs to be recognized for their contributions, with the 4th annual Ben TeKamp Memorial Award, which will be awarded during a special ceremony on October 24. The successful recipients will be awarded a monetary prize to be used for further development of their business. Successful applicants for the Ben TeKamp Memorial Award must be located in the Leeds-Grenville area. The award will be presented to an outstanding business that is new, or has reinvented itself, to meet the changing needs of Leeds and Grenville. These nominated businesses will have displayed a strong sense of innovation and creativity.
Applicants will provide a brief account, describing how they can make a contribution to the community of Leeds and Grenville. The full award criteria is available at www. eecentre.com. In 2017, the award was received by Elgin Street Convenience and Gas, 1000 Islands Hearing, and LeMar LUXE Spa Studio. Applicants can nominate themselves, or be nominated by someone else. In the case of being nominated by a third party, a nominee will be notified before their name is made public. Award winners will be required to inform the TeKamp family how they used the bursary for their business. Applicants can apply online at www.eecentre.com. Please email the completed nomination package, with references, by October 8, 2018 to bentekampaward@ eecentre.com.
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submitted by Pam Owen All of the animals from Big Sky Ranch hope that everyone has enjoyed their Summer. In the Spring we welcomed many new arrivals and, as we quickly blossomed into summer, we welcomed children’s summer camps, bus loads of visitors, new volunteers and the wonderful feel of sunshine on our backs! Now that routines are back into being regular again, readers may look forward to Big Sky Ranch animal reporters telling their stories. I managed to interview Annabelle, the Flemish Giant September 19, 2018
Rabbit, between her carrot breaks. Annabelle is one of nearly twenty types of domestic animals that call the Sanctuary home. She is a favourite of young and old, and folks in between! Typical of her breed, Annabelle is friendly, calm, outgoing and loves to travel. These are the traits that ensure she is usually chosen to visit when Big Sky Ranch is invited to any event. She is also one of the stars of the Educational Outreach Team for the Sanctuary. Annabelle would like to explain, in her own words,
that she loves being one of three rabbits at the Sanctuary. Being only half Flemish Giant, she is a petite 12 pounds, instead of the normal whopping 20 pounds typical of her breed. (It appears that even rabbits are weight conscious). Flemish Giants are an ancient breed, first recorded in Belgium during the 16th Century. Her fur is light grey and extremely soft. If one looks closely, we can notice that she has a large dewlap under her chin (this is a snuggly flap that females have to tuck their babies into for protection and warmth). Annabelle loves to be held and likes teaching youth how to hold and care for her properly. She would like to invite visitors to drop by Big Sky Ranch for a chat and a nice visit next time they are in the area. She would also like to thank all of the compassionate volunteers for helping to take care of her, and also the many caring people who take the time to help out financially. Gentle hearts and souls surely attract.
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Travel to the Taste at Spencerville Mill Venue: Spencerville Mill & Museum, 11 Water St., Saturday, September 29, 1:00 to 5:00 pm. This third annual food tasting event, “an Affair with Food & Drink”, features vendors who talk passionately about their lovingly prepared, handcrafted food and drink. The impressive flavour and quality of the food and drink offered by farms, restaurants and craft beverage specialists within a 100-miles of the small village of Spencerville is why travelling to the taste is both an adventure and an opportunity. The travel motif rings true for vendors as well, who are bringing their big tastes from small places such as Johnstown, Merrickville, Winchester, St-Albert, Iroquois, Kemptville and Mallorytown as well as Ottawa, Kanata and the local farms and eateries of Spencerville. An added bonus for visitors is the venue within the historic and atmospheric Spencerville Mill on the banks of the scenic South Nation River. Live music throughout the day adds to the experience.
The farm to table premise is strong this year, with produce from market garden farms, as well as farm-made cheeses and yogurts, honey and even saffron grown from organically certified Iranian bulbs. Other vendors have transformed organic produce into luscious preserves including sauces, pickles, jams, apple cider and more. The all-natural trend continues with teas free of artificial flavour, colour or added sugar, and the five brewery, winery and distillery vendors attending are all committed to local organic grains or carefully sourced quality ingredients in their well-crafted beers, wines and spirits. Bakers and chocolate makers are equally committed, promising “the best scones ever,” artisan chocolate, and a variety of delicious breads and pastries both sweet and savoury. Revving things up are tastings of traditional Italian cuisine with a twist, and some inventive pub food, both from popular Spencerville restaurants, where residents count
their culinary blessings to have them on the main street. The event also includes food related attractions, including a demonstration on restoration of old cast iron pans, practical and pretty pottery wine glasses, cups and plates, a give-away of gently used cook books, and a special offering of cinnamon buns. A unique Silent Auction, which starts online and continues at the event, is all about items of ‘taste and experience’ – everything from zip lining to whiskey tasting, a cocktail party, Fort Wellington cannon firing and dinner at the Mill. This community fundraising event is co-hosted by the Spencerville Mill Foundation and the Friends of the Library, Spencerville Branch, with all proceeds benefitting Mill and Library programs and activities for residents and visitors. Tickets are $30, and include 10 tasting tickets; Advance tickets in Spencerville at: JoeComputer, 14 Centre Street, and Home Hardware, 3018 County Rd. 21. Online tickets at: www.1000islands.snapd.com/ ticketed-events. More details at: www.spencervillemill.ca.
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1) What is your background living and working in North Grenville? I have lived in North Grenville (South Gower area) for 35 years and was active in community projects before becoming elected .In 2014, I was elected Councillor and have served now for four years. I now propose to take my successful work as Councillor to the Mayor's position.
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2) What do you see as your top 3 (or more) priorities for NG, should you be elected? First , to limit sharply the growth in tax bills. I have started two projects to do that at this time. Second, I will ensure that the property rights and democratic rights of EACH citizen are respected. Third, I will continue and enhance my program of communication,already begun as a Councillor, to ensure two-way communication between the municipality and residents.
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3) In your view, what are the 3 (or more) most significant issues NG needs to grapple with/overcome? First, we are potentially on the cusp of major pressure on the tax front. This must be controlled. Second, I believe the municipality must become more successful in communicating with residents. Third, more attention must be given to providing a positive business environment for the attraction AND retention of business enterprises.
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4) If there was one potential infrastructure or community project in NG you could choose and it would be fully funded, what would it be? If full funding off the tax base were assured by a private enterprise, I would be very interested in an indoor pool. 5) What relationships do you currently have that you believe will help you succeed as Mayor, and which relationships would you seek to build at the start of your mandate? First, I have developed a successful and productive relationship with a great number of residents, a number that grows every day. Second, I have a productive relationship with most of my Council colleagues. I also have strong contacts in the current provincial government with whom I shall be working. And finally, I have developed strong contacts with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario through project work during my term, notably the reform of the OMB. 6) Why should voters choose you for Mayor, versus your fellow candidates? I have stood strongly at Council for several matters of principle in line with my basic statement of service: Values + Integrity + Action = Service and Leadership. In addition, I have published a great number of articles in local media on local issues and maintain broad-based contact on a daily basis with citizens. Jim Bertram Paid for by the Jim Bertram Campaign
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Tips for packing a healthy school lunch submitted by: Danielle Labonté RD, Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit Children spend about 40% of their waking hours at school, so the meals and snacks they eat there are a major source of the energy and nutrients they need to grow, learn, play and develop. Most schools have a meal or snack program that is available for all students; talk to your child’s teacher or principal to learn more about what is offered at your school. When packing a school lunch, try to pack at least 3 of the 4 food groups. A homemade pizza using a mini whole grain pita, pasta sauce, cooked chicken breast, peppers and cheese includes a choice from each food group: Vegetables and Fruit, Meat & Alternatives, Grains, and Milk & Alternatives. Try to avoid packing processed and pre-packaged foods like dry noodle or soup mixes, canned pastas, processed meats and pre-packaged sandwiches or lunch “kits”. These foods are often lower in important vitamins, minerals and nutrients like fibre and higher in added
sugar, salt and fat. For drinks, white milk, unsweetened, fortified soy beverage and plain water are the best choices for everyone. Juices, flavoured milks and fortified soy beverages (e.g., chocolate), energy drinks and sports drinks are high in sugar that kids do not need. Even 100% fruit juice or “no sugar added” fruit juices have a lot of natural sugar. Energy drinks should not be offered as they are high in caffeine and other ingredients that are not safe for children. For more ideas on packing a school lunch, check out our “What’s For Lunch?” resources by typing in the search bar at healthunit.org, follow us on Twitter and Facebook or call 1-800-6605853.
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