Issue 43 2022 November 03 NG Times

Mountain Orchards maze honours Marty Brayman

A local apple orchard has made a grand gesture to help bring attention to a family’s memorial hockey fund set up in memory of a lost loved one. Phil and Shelly Lyall of Mountain Orchards were eager to implement the idea of dedicating their yearly corn maze to Marty Brayman, a North Grenville native and Master Corporal in the Canadian Armed Forces who was tragically killed in September of 2019. Marty was loved by many and made friends wherever he went.

The Marty Brayman Kids Hockey Fund was set up by his family and friends shortly after his passing. Hockey was very important to Marty, who played in Kemptville from a young age,

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eventually playing on the Kemptville 73’s team and even continuing to play after joining the military. The Hockey Fund raised so much money in its first year alone that it allowed three kids to be sponsored. The goal of the Fund is to stick with the kids who are sponsored, making them feel supported in their dream of playing hockey over the span of several years.

“For us, I think it’s psychologically really important for kids to know they have some support and that it’s not just going to end,” said Marty’s father, Joel, in a 2020 interview. “Marty played it for so long, and it was such a huge part of his life, we wanted to make sure we had that sort of longer-term view of how this would work.”

The Fund is still going strong, though much has

happened in the world since it was first created. “Since we began the Hockey Fund, the world has been in chaos living through COVID and our fundraising dwindled as hockey was on and off multiple times,” Joel said. “We continued to sponsor kids throughout the pandemic with the funds

that had been initially raised. We are now sponsoring boys and girls who play hockey in town and have once again looked to raise funds to support them. We give a tremendous amount of credit to Mountain Orchards for re-inspiring us through continued on page 2

Hospital fundraiser at B&H Your Community Grocer

The Kemptville Hospital Auxiliary is looking for your support during a fundraiser taking place at the B&H grocery store, 301 Rideau Street in Kemptville. When you go to the cash at B&H, you will be offered an opportunity to donate $2.00, which will go to the Kemptville Hospital for purchase of much-needed equipment. With each donation, a Thank You slip will be posted in the window and we're hoping to fill the window to overflowing. With your support we can achieve our goals and support an important part of our community. Thank you!

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This year’s corn maze at Mountain Orchards, dedicated to Marty Brayman.

by Brandon Mayer

Fundraising Fashion Show to Support KDH Foundation

The Brigadoon Restaurant in Oxford Mills and Jac’s Boutique in Kemptville have joined forces to raise funds for the Kemptville District Hospital Foundation.

The Enchanted Fashion Show will take place at The Brigadoon Restaurant, on Monday November 14th, 2022, from 12:30 – 2:30 PM and again from 6:00 – 8:00 PM.

Tickets are $50 and available at Jac’s Boutique and The Brigadoon.

Your ticket includes entry to the Fashion Show, a beverage, and appetizers. There will also be a silent auction with a wide variety of auction items donated by local businesses.

Come one, come all. Limited tickets left for both shows. A special thank you to The Brigadoon and Jac’s Boutique for hosting this event.

Kristy Carriere, Foundation Coordinator

Kemptville District Hospital Foundation Tel: 613.258-6133 x157 / Email: kcarriere@kdh.on.ca

“Spirit of Giving” toy and food drive to be held at Canadian Tire

By Brandon Mayer

On Saturday, November 12, a very special fundraising event will take place at the local Canadian Tire Location in Kemptville. In partnership with the Salvation Army, Canadian Tire will host a Toy and Food Drive from 10am-2pm in the parking lot.

Canadian Tire local franchise owner Frank Hoffman is very excited about the event. The OPP will supply a police cruiser so that generous donors can “Stuff a Cruiser” with toys for less fortunate children. Frank will use his own pickup truck for donors to be able to “Fill the Truck” with food donations. “The Fire Department agreed to send the ladder truck,” Frank added. “The Kemptville 73's will also be on site, Santa will make a visit, and we will have drinks and snacks.”

the creation of the corn maze. Nothing can beat tight knit communities that support each other through thick and thin.”

Phil Lyall is the one who designed and cut the corn maze. He described the initiative as a “group decision”, being already somewhat familiar with the Brayman family. Mountain Orchards raises money for a different cause each year through their unique corn mazes. A donation box is set up to collect funds from those exploring the maze, with the funds being donated to the specific cause that inspired that year’s maze design. The funds raised this year for the Marty Brayman Kids Hockey Fund are not yet counted, but Phil said that at first glance it looks like a “tidy sum”.

The quality of the corn maze is astounding to behold. Phil cuts the maze himself with his tractor when the corn is only 6 inches tall, first measuring out the design and using block lettering. A drone is then used to photograph the maze to help promote the cause.

To learn more about the Marty Brayman Kids Hockey Fund or to make a donation, visit https://martybraymanhockeyfund.com/.

For the “Stuff a Cruiser” portion of the event, donated toys can be new or gently used, so it is a great way to help out without necessarily needing to make a purchase. For “Fill the Truck”, donations should be of non-perishable food items. Three local grocery stores – B&H, Independent and Food Basics – will be offering prepackaged kits from November 1-12 for people to purchase and donate.

Other attractions at the event will include pictures with Santa from 10am-2pm, a “Shoot the Puck” event with the Kemptville 73’s, a bouncy castle, a chance to sit inside a local firetruck and learn how it works, and a chance to win prizes by making a donation or participating in the 50/50 draw. The Grinch, Elsa, and Spiderman will also be on site, and there will be an antique tractor available to climb on and take photos with. Moose FM will be broadcasting live on site starting at 8am, and refreshments and snacks will be available courtesy of Grahame’s Bakery.

Frank is no stranger to being charitable. He recently received recognition from a local school for providing needed team shirts and sports equipment. The scope of the upcoming “Spirit of Giving” Toy and Food Drive makes Frank’s dedication and generosity very clear. “I believe in giving back to the community in which I live and work,” said Frank. “I support a lot of charities throughout the year. We wanted to do something special and big for the local Salvation Army Toy & Food Drive at this time of year.” The community certainly takes notice of Frank’s charitable spirit. “We always receive a lot of positive feedback from the North Grenville residents on events we do or support,” Frank added.

This Toy and Food Drive is a free family event. Come out and enjoy the fun!

Dr. Eamon

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Holy Cross trail rumours prove to be false

by Brandon Meyer

Whisperings on social media about the potential loss of a private access trail that traverses the property of the Holy Cross Catholic Church have been confirmed as untrue. A local resident who uses the trail had contacted the Times with info from an unnamed source, stating that the Church had plans to build a fence on their property line which would effectively cut off access to the trail. The resident also noticed cut branches at the trail opening on Church property which they took as an initial warning to “keep out”.

An anonymous social media user also created a post about the issue in a Kemptville group which led to plenty of discussion amongst locals. While some expressed sadness at potentially not being able to use the trail in the near future, the consensus seemed to support the Church’s right to do what it wishes with private property.

No doubt many will be glad to hear that there are no plans for a fence after all. “I did look into the matter as I was not aware of any plans to build a fence,” said Father Raymond J. de Souza of the Holy Cross Catholic Church. “After

checking, there are no plans to build a fence. We have been doing a good amount of tree trimming behind the church of late, and some of the branches were piled up along the pathway entrance.

The pathway has been open to pedestrians since last week, and I am told that the remaining branches are being removed shortly as that work is completed.”

One of the issues that came up in relation to the false rumour of the trail being blocked off is the problem of safety in the streets surrounding the Church.

“The (well kept) private trail has been the only access to Pinehill Road and George Street,” writes the anonymous resident who first forwarded the concern.

“(It is) an easier path than going through the secret trail from Cranberry Cresc. to Galens Way and to Clothier. If the secret path gets blocked due to increasing demands, that would leave Somerville Road. Somerville Road has no sidewalks, narrow shoulders and danger from speeding vehicles. The corner between Cranberry and Clothier/Cty Rd 18 is a dangerous area because the drivers don't see you at the hill when the road curves.”

Many social media users agreed strongly with these safety concerns which of course have nothing to do

with the Church. “About the related issues of the provision of sidewalks and other paths, I simply do not know what the Municipality's plans might be,” Father de Souza added. “Your concerned resident likely worries that, lacking public provision, (they) must rely on traversing private property - the parish's property - which (they have) apparently done since 1996. We are good neighbours, but (they are) correct that other provisions should be made, as private property ought not be a public passageway.”

Asked for clarification on whether residents who use the trail should stop doing so, Father de Souza gave a clear answer. “At the moment, the Parish has no plans to change the status quo, but the concerned resident raises issues that should be addressed,” he said. “Perhaps in time the Municipality will address them.”

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Come and enjoy the mellow sounds and lively banter of local musicians W. J. Chris Morgan & Jean-Jacques Rousseau and Peter Johnson & Herb Cloutier while you enjoy complimentary a beverage and tasty treats. Tickets available at the library or from a member of the Friends of NGPL Executive. $20.00 includes entry and refreshments. Cash only please.

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The opening of the trail behind Holy Cross Catholic Church which leads to the Cranberry Hill subdivision. Photo by Jane Kinnear.

Tid Bit Musings

By Elva Patterson Rutters RSSW

Inheritances - somehow the pendulum has swung from "lucky to get something in an inheritance" to the "expectation you get a lot of cash or property!" Certainly, if you desire someone to receive something after you pass on into eternity, then it had better be written in ink, dated and have your signature. Talking about this beforehand reduces angst afterwards. The lust for possessions is crude and demoralizing if spoken as an insistence to receive. What is your game plan?

You are not obligated to leave anything for anyone, and to choose not to bequeath something does not make you an ineffective parent nor a stingy person. In fact, for you to do without so someone receives is ludicrous. You earned what you possess, so use the funds to acquire the needs you desire - i.e. stair lift, reno of bathroom, trips and so on. Reel in your expectations of an inheritance and see what is best for the owner, not yourself. Question your motives. Be sure to say "I would like' rather than "I want". Chomping at the bit for someone to pass on so that you can take possession of items, pensions, etc., is also very telling of your personality.

When leaving loved ones something, you can list it as a two part statement - first choice of who this goes to and if they don't want it then give to... Often pictures of the item, especially with heirlooms like jewelry, help clarify what you are referencing. Keep in mind that what is important to you may mean zilch to someone else.

What do you do with estranged children? It seems unfair to leave them out but if they aren't active in your life, why are you prioritizing them? Remember, an inheritance is your choice, not an obligation. You have the power and the directive is within your hand. Reach out in compassion and love.

November is a month of “specials”

by David Shanahan

It sometimes seems that every month of the year has one or more “days of...” kind of events. November this year is certainly going to be one to notice. There is, of course, Remembrance Day on November 11, but a few days before that is Indigenous Veterans Day, commemorating a much less well-known group of veterans. During WW1, more than 40,000 Indigenous men enlisted, following a warrior tradition going back centuries. In some parts of the country, one in three Indigenous men enlisted, and in the Head of the Lake Band in B.C., every man aged between 20 and 35 joined up - a remarkable record, considering the way in which Indigenous people in Canada have been treated historically.

Perhaps this year more than any other, Holdomore Memorial Day will be recognised in Canada as ever before. It remembers the millions of victims of the Holodomor, the famine genocide deliberately inflicted on Ukrainian people in 1932 and 1933 by Joseph Sta-

lin’s totalitarian regime.

The Holodomor, which means “death by hunger” in Ukrainian, was deliberately perpetrated by Joseph Stalin to systematically destroy the unique identity of the Ukrainian people, along with their aspirations for freedom and independence. In 1991, Ukraine eventually gained independence, after decades of Soviet rule.

The current war in Ukraine precipitated by Putin’s invasion in February, brings Holdomor Memorial Day sharply into focus, illustrating the long struggle of the Ukrainian people for freedom and national identity.

Two other special days of remembrance this month are National Child Day on November 20, and the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence from November 25 to December 10. These will be discussed in the Times during the coming weeks.

Over all of these days of remembering, is Canada History Week, from November 20 to 26. History is what gives us context, tells us where

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God, grant me the Serenity To accept the things I cannot change. Courage to change the things I can, And Wisdom to know the difference. Living one day at a time, Enjoying one moment at a time, Accepting hardship as the pathway to peace. Taking, as He did, this sinful world as it is, Not as I would have it.

Trusting that He will make all things right If I surrender to His will. That I may be reasonably happy in this life, And supremely happy with Him forever in the next.

Dianne, Shannon, and Eileen

MUNICIPAL OFFICE HOURS

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

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

REMEMBRANCE DAY

The Municipal Office will be CLOSED on Friday, November 11, 2022 to recognize Remembrance Day. The Public Library hours and the Waste and Recycling Collection Schedule will NOT be affected.

UPCOMING MEETINGS

COUNCIL MEETINGS

Council meetings will be held in Council Chambers and will be live streamed on YouTube at: youtube.com/user/NorthGrenville/featured and on the Municipality’s website at: 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 are available at: northgrenville.ca/govern/governance/agendas-andminutes.

• Council Meeting (Open) Inauguration – Council Chambers – Monday, November 7, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

VOLUNTEER AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking to fill the following positions. Please visit northgrenville.ca/careers for updates on volunteer and employment opportunities and to apply.

Seasonal (Winter) Contract and Casual Equipment

we came from, and remembers those who laid the foundations of our society and local community. Without history, we have no identity, no roots, nothing to give us a sense of self as a people. We can learn a lot from the people of Ukraine who are forced, once again, to maintain their identity.

This month of November is full of opportunities to remember, to learn, to celebrate and to honour those who passed on to us the heritage we enjoy in this complicated world. Learning about them makes it easier to build for future generations.

The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking to fill 4 (four) Seasonal (Winter) Contract Equipment Operators and 2 (two) Casual Equipment Operator positions in its Public Works Department. Interested applicants may submit a cover letter and resume outlining qualification in confidence to Human Resources by Friday, November 4th, 2022, no later than 4:00 p.m.

Executive Assistant to the Mayor

The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking to fill a full-time position of Executive Assistant to the Mayor. Interested applicants may submit a cover letter and resume outlining qualification in confidence to Human Resources by Thursday, November 10, 2022, no later than 4:00 p.m.

Engineering Technologist

The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking to fill the position of an Engineering Technologist in its Public Works Department (Development focused). Interested applicants may submit a cover letter and resume outlining qualification in confidence to Human Resources by Monday, November 14, 2022 no later than 4:00 p.m.

Public Library Board

The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking applications from individuals interested in being appointed to the Public Library Board. The Public Library Board shall be composed of at least five members appointed by the Municipal Council. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, Canadian Citizen, North Grenville resident and not employed by the Municipality or County. Visit www.northgrenville.ca for details and to apply.

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking applications from individuals interested in being appointed to the Accessibility Advisory Committee. Candidates must be 18 years or older, a Canadian citizen and a resident of North Grenville. Visit www.northgrenville.ca for details and to apply.

WINTER PARKING

Overnight parking restrictions begin November 15, 2022 through April 15, 2023 from 11:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Further winter parking restrictions can be found by reviewing By-Law 14-12 at www.northgrenville.ca

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Much to be proud of

by Brandon Meyer

At the end of this past summer, I had a realization that I have been waiting for an opportunity to share. We took a road trip and brought our dogs along. We researched a highly reviewed dog park in a town about an hour from here (I won’t say which town, in case anyone from there is reading), and we were excited to bring our two black labs. When we arrived, we couldn’t help but laugh. The dog park was a fenced-in area about the size of an average backyard. No real amenities, just fenced in grass and a bench for tired humans.

Aside from feeling snobby and smug, the experience also made us realize how lucky we are to have the Ferguson Forest Centre, and how proud we should be of all that North Grenville has to offer. The dog park at the Ferguson Forest Centre is quite frankly stunning. It covers a massive area, with an

Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor,

It is very unfortunate to see that less than 42% of eligible voters cast their ballot on voting day or before. It took me about five minutes to vote online and this was only one of many options. I did not see one candidate at my door or receive a piece of advertising, is this the problem? If you did not vote, then please do not complain if things do not meet your expectations.

G.D. Bungay Kemptville

Dear Editor,

Perhaps the new improved highway 43 will save us a few minutes travel time to Ottawa, Winchester or Brockville when the Kemptville Hospital Emergency Department is closed. Perhaps – but I doubt it.

Helen Phillips Kemptville

equal mix of forest area and open space, with a separate fenced area for small dogs, water on site, benches for humans, and obstacles for the dogs. It’s an amazing place, and dare I say we sometimes take these types of amenities for granted? The dog park in the neighbouring town seemed laughable, but the reality is that it is probably an “average” dog park. What we have in Kemptville just makes it look bad. Even our dogs seemed disappointed when we brought them to this other park. They know what “dog park” means and were very excited until we arrived. I can only imagine that they were shattered they couldn’t see their Kemptville puppy friends.

Of course, there is much more to be proud of in North Grenville than the dog park. I will shy away from making a list, so as not to offend any businesses or community groups by leaving someone out, but suffice it to say that North Grenville is great. I imagine almost all readers will agree. This

got me thinking of the old problem of “change for change’s sake” in politics. It does not take much for people to get fed up with politicians. One decision or idea that a person disagrees with is often enough to turn someone against a politician. We then hear calls for change, or phrases like “if you want change you have to vote for it!”

The problem with voting solely for change, is that you never know if the change will be a good one or a bad one. All politicians make mistakes, but some mistakes are worse than others.

North Grenville voted overwhelmingly against change in the election that just passed. In the 2018 election, an entirely new Council was elected. In this year’s election, every single incumbent kept their seat. Votes speak louder than complaints, because a complaint is the opinion of one, while an election communicates the will of the majority. Perhaps not the “majority” when one considers extremely low voter turn-

Thirty Days of Giving

by David Shanahan

The North Grenville Historical Society [NGHS] is launching a special food drive in the weeks leading up to Christmas. Called “30 Days of Giving”, the project is a creative way for the NGHS to support the community.

Starting November 15, residents can take part by adding a different item each day until December 15. Items can be dropped off in the red barrel at the History Hub, at 148 Prescott Street in Kemptville, either daily, weekly, or at the end of the drive period. The items to donate are listed on the poster published in this issue of the Times. If you make the requested donation on each day your name will be entered

into a draw for a gift certificate from a local coffee shop. Join us and help fight hunger in our community this holiday season. If you wish to take part, but can’t make it to the Hub in person, a drop-off can be aranged for you by contacting kerlyn@rogers.com to arrange a time.

The NGHS is dedicated to preserving and promoting our shared history, giving North Grenville a sense of its historic roots, the foundation on which our community is built. As part of that community, the Society is working hard to provide a variety of services and events, such as their monthly public talks, open to all.

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out, but we must assume that those who don’t vote simply don’t care enough about local politics, and would therefore not shift the winds of support for any candidate in one direction or the other anyway.

So despite the complaints of the few, why did the majority of voters vote against change? I like to think it is because North Grenville residents are practical and thankful for what is already here. Much more than just a dog park of course (though I do love the dog park!), but also the countless local shops and restaurants and recreational amenities that make North Grenville a great place to live. Did the current Council build all these things? Of course not, but maintaining what is already here is just as important. One prime example is Highway 43. I have spent 10-15 minutes attempting to get from one side of Kemptville to the other via Highway 43 at peak traffic times. Sustainable growth in Kemptville, built over

the course of generations, has finally led to a main thoroughfare that can’t keep up with the local traffic. This Council was tasked with coming up with a solution, and they did just that. The widening of Highway 43 will be a welcome upgrade in the years to come. Other things under consideration such as a transit system and maybe even an indoor aquatics centre show that the current Council is looking toward the future, and supporting sustainable growth.

Has the current, reelected Council made mistakes along the way? Of course. To err is human. But one important thing to remember is that other communities are truly undervalued by their elected officials. Merrickville-Wolford residents decided it was time for a change in leadership, and residents of North Dundas didn’t have a choice when it came to their Mayor and Deputy Mayor, as these positions were filled through acclamation. A recent situation has left many North

Dundas residents wishing that they would have had an alternative Mayor to vote for. Wanting our local situation in North Grenville to be perfect when it is already very good would be selfish. Voters had a choice, and they chose against change for change’s sake.

North Grenville has much to be proud of, and choosing to continue to be represented by the politicians who have done a great job these past few years is also worthy of pride. Congratulations to Nancy, John, Doreen, Deb, and Kristin on your election victory. Many thanks to all of the other candidates who put their names forward – running for office is an endeavor that is often thankless and exhausting. And finally, continue to hold your head high, North Grenville. This Council and this community are both things to be very proud of.

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Autumnal Quiet Times

With the local elections now over, Nature is making the final preparations for the upcoming Winter season. The Fall (Autumn) leaves are leaving their parent trees, which are very near to being completely bare, in their energy saving mode for winter. The birds are on the move and large flocks of geese are landing on the creek, at the end of our road, prior to their departure for the sunny south! These last few days of record breaking "highs" must be upsetting their biological clocks, but probably not too drastically, as most of those who usually go have already departed.

A brief look out of the window on this bright, but cool, day brought my attention to some Slate-colored Juncos ground feeding, to the rear of the house, in the sunny patches of the grass and pine needles. They are our faithful guests for the winter, who have those lovely dark and white distinctive markings that never seem to fade away. Being ground feeders and always a little bit "skittish", it is hard to get a really good sighting of them to get a good picture and the same goes for the Chipping Sparrow that joined the ones that I was watching! There didn't seem to be much action going on, besides these few birds, so I went back inside to commence my weekly writings to you all, feeling a little bit disappointed! However, whilst writing this article, I happened to go back upstairs and look out of the front window and, lo and behold, I got to see a White-breasted Nuthatch, two Rock Pigeons, a Blue Jay and a Crow, so all was not lost, and I came back to finish this article a bit happier than when I first started writing...Hopefully you too are getting similar such lucky breaks in your bird sightings and you are getting to enjoy them as well. Please remember that however you get to see the birds and the rest of Nature, stay safe and well.

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The second annual Twilux Lantern Parade is almost here! Join us on Saturday Nov. 12 where the fun starts at sunset. Parade with us down the quaint streets of Oxford Mills with musicians, light performers and jugglers, stilt walkers, giant glowing lanterns, flags, noisemakers, and dozens of homemade lanterns of all shapes and sizes.

Arriving at a twinkling, enchanted Maplewood Park, the ‘lanterneers’ of all ages will be treated to more live music, vibrant performances, and incredible light installations. The Oxford Mills Association will have hotdogs and hot chocolate on hand.

Parade and Festival Details:

We gather at Crozier Park at 5:45 where we’ll light our LED lanterns and enjoy a set by fire and light spinner Katie Gutz. Then we’ll follow the Left Turn Trio and Friends as they strike up the brass band and lead the parade to Maplewood Park, accompanied by Rock My House’s Kevin Eamon and dancers from South Mountain’s Academy of Expressive Dance.

Upon arrival at Maplewood, we’ll show off our costumes and lanterns and explore the magic, including projections by Ottawa filmmakers Cooper and Matthieu Hallé. Katie Gutz will dance again and Jean-Guy the Juggler will light up the night while we enjoy a warm drink and groove to more tunes by the Left Turn Trio.

Don’t have a lantern but wish you did? No problem! Come to the North Grenville Public Library in Kemptville on Sunday November 6th from 12:30 to 3:30 pm for a lantern making workshop, all ages and abilities welcome, $5 a lantern or PWYC.

As winter draws in across the Northern Hemisphere and nights grow longer, light festivals provide a glowing beacon to guide us through the darkening days ahead, bringing light to the lives of all who participate. The Twilux Lantern Parade is brought to you by community artist Susanne Larner with the help of Lisa Poushinsky/Voyageur Art & Music School, the Oxford Mills Community Association, the Municipality of North Grenville, and RTO 9. Questions? Want to volunteer? We’d love to hear from you; contact Twilux through our Facebook page, Instagram, or Susanne or Lisa directly for information at susannelarner@gmail.com or lisa.poushinsky@ gmail.com. Looking forward to seeing you there!

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BIA Chair Meagan Cumming wins entrepreneurial award

KSK fundraiser a finger-lickin’ success

On behalf of the Old Town Kemptville Business Improvement Area (BIA) Board of Management and all of its members, volunteers and partners, we are thrilled that the Chair of our board, Meagan Cumming, was announced as the 2022 winner of the Paul D. Boivin Memorial Award For Young Entrepreneur of the Year at the Leeds Grenville Small Business Centre’s – Bridges to Better Business event on Thursday October 27th at the Brockville Country Club.

Meagan has been the Chair of the BIA Board of Management for the past one and a half years, while also being CEO of the Kemptville Stress Relief Centre, pursuing a doctorate degree

and advocating for vulnerable groups in her community. She has organized local events such as the Take Back the Night walk to end violence against women and was a key contributor in getting provincial funding to set up a mobile sexual assault support service here in North Grenville.

Meagan personifies the type of leader, entrepreneur and community advocate that we all wish our young people would aspire to become. Her age belies a maturity, a wisdom and a strategic mind rarely seen in people many years her senior. Her inner strength drives her to achieve not for herself but for both her colleagues and her community. Perhaps her greatest strength may actu-

ally lie in her remarkable ability to authentically listen to people and use what she hears to create an environment where everyone feels they can contribute and are welcome.

"It has been an absolute pleasure working with Meagan as Chair of the Old Town Kemptville BIA. She brought a level of professionalism, thoughtfulness and integrity that will linger as part of our organization long into the future. From day one, I felt that Meagan instinctively knew what kind of support and guidance that our Board needed in order to be the best version of itself.” – Deron Johnston, Executive Director of the Old Town Kemptville BIA.

To learn more about the Leeds Grenville Small Business Centre and the type of programming and services that they provide to small businesses across Leeds and Grenville, go to www. lgsmallbusiness.com or call 613-342-0040 or email info@lgsmallbusiness.com.

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NeurOptimal® neurofeedback is a gentle, non-invasive brain training system that helps our brains regain their optimal functioning by developing flexibility and resilience. This innovative treatment is available locally in Kemptville and Merrickville.

The NeurOptimal ® system is designed to assist in increased learning skills, promote improved self-regulation, support healthy sleep habits and enhanced focus. It helps interrupt negative thought patterns that prevent us from living fully.*

Here is what some of our clients say: “When we suddenly lost our daughter I became severely depressed and anxious. I tried many antidepressants, anxiety medications and counseling. I also went through major back surgery. At my lowest point, I was told about neurofeedback! I feel that it saved my life.  It helped me through the pain and side e ects from anesthesia, and I became mentally strong again; allowing me to cope with the loss of our daughter. Neurofeedback has given me my life back, and helped me in so many other areas.” SK

“Our child started Grade 2 reading at a Kindergarten/ Early Grade 1 level. Reading had always been a struggle for him causing much frustration and avoidance behaviours. A er 2 months of Neurofeedback he was retested and was reading at the end of Grade 2 level. Reading comes more easily to him now. He shares he feels less frustrated and more con dent. As parents we have seen a drastic shi in his overall academic con dence, a reduction in aggression/frustration tendencies and an overall happier child.” AB-F

October 28 was a big night for two local business owners in North Grenville at the Bridges to Better Business Event.

Owner Karin Rabuka of No Go Coffee Co., won the Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

Local, certified, NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback Trainers: Sheri Kropf, Neurofeedback613, Kemptville, www.neurofeedback613.ca, (613)-725-7305.

The Lighthouse - Le Phare Counselling and Neurofeedback, Kemptville, www.thelighthouse-lephare.ca, (613) 371- 6778.

Carol Williams, Thrive Neurofeedback and Trauma-Informed Counselling, Merrickville, www.cwilliams.ca, (613) 269 – 4427.

* Concerns mentioned are intended as examples and not meant to suggest that NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback treats, mitigates, cures, or diagnoses any listed concern. Instead, identi ed concerns are one of the many ways to measure shi s in brain functioning and perception.

by Ashley Sloan

The Kemptville Snowmobile Klub hosted their first event of the 2022-2023 season at the Klub house located in Oxford Mills. Guests were able to enjoy wings, poutine and even a Caesar salad. Proceeds from this fundraiser are to purchase an Argo machine that will make grooming their trails even better. Klub member Liz Robinson says "The Klub is anticipating a great season with a good amount of snow!”

Photo caption: The McKenney family and Larente family enjoying a delicious dinner at the Kemptville Snowmobile Klub's Wing Night fundraiser held on October 28.

Ron started out tinkering on equipment in 1986, working for his father's rental business. He had a natural knack for mechanics and has made his living as a mechanic for the past 25 years. As life moved and changed, the opportunity to open his own repair shop in 2017 became a reality and he has not looked back. Ron treats all of his customers the way he would like to be treated; in a fair and respectful manner. He works hard to repair any equipment that is brought to him in a timely and cost-e ective manner.

Established in April 2017, repairing small engines of varying kinds. Servicing the immediate surrounding area. Ron's Small Engine Repair is an authorized service for Poulan, Briggs, and Stratton as well as MTD Power Equipment.

Servicing your lawn equipment as well as all engine repair.

November 12th & 13th 11am-4pm

60+ Vendors (Many Different Vendors Each Day)

Santa

& Friends

Outdoor Market Christmas on Campus

Art Show & Sale By The North Grenville Art Guild Brunch By Catered Affairs (Sunday Only) Free Parking, Free Entrance- Donation to the Food Bank Appreciated

Ontario by Bike UCDSB Board of Trustees meeting highlights

The Old Town Kemptville Business Improvement Area (BIA) is thrilled to share the news that the BIA (Downtown Kemptville) has been certified by Ontario By Bike as a bike-friendly destination.

“On behalf of the Board of Management and all members of the Old Town Kemptville BIA, we want to thank Hillary Geneau, Director of Corporate Services with the Municipality of North Grenville for her efforts on this project. We look forward to continuing to encourage the growth of cycling in the downtown area. The benefits of cycling-based tourism are significant and represent an opportunity for the small businesses of the BIA and all of North Grenville.” Meagan Cumming – Chair of the Old Town Kemptville BIA Board of Management.

For tourism industry partners, Ontario By Bike works to develop and promote cycle tourism in Ontario. The established business network is a program certifying and promoting bicycle-friendly businesses and cycle tourism in a growing number of regions across Ontario. The Network is open to accommodations, food services, attractions, cycling-related businesses and organizations interested in cycle tourism. There are currently over 1,500 businesses certified as bicycle friendly in regions spanning Ontario.

For cyclists, the Ontario By Bike™ Network offers a variety of information on cycling in Ontario, inspiring visitors and residents to explore more by bike. Find great places to cycle, links to useful cycling maps and plan your day trip or multi day cycling itineraries with stops at certified bicycle friendly businesses enroute. View our on-line map with the location of and links to accommodations, restaurants, cafes, wineries, attractions, bike stores, tours and rental locations that all offer cyclists extra services and amenities, creating a positive experience and fuelling your desire to get back on the saddle to explore more of Ontario by bike.

Trustees with the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) met on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022. Some of the items discussed in the public session are as follows.

Financial Forecast

Executive Superintendent of Business Services and Treasurer Jeremy Hobbs presented to the Board the first financial forecast for the 2022-2023 school year. The forecast is based on to-date funding and enrolment information.

This report projects revenues of $406.8M and expenses of $406M. For compliance purposes, the projected in-year surplus is $800,000. This forecast includes supports identified in the original budget at the same or enhanced level. Some of these are learning recovery, special education, indigenous education, and mental health supports.

On June 1, 2022, Trustees approved the Board’s 20222023 Budget, which projected revenues of $399M and expenses of $398.8M for compliance purposes, resulting in a projected year-end surplus of $200,000 for compliance purposes.

Hobbs noted that the largest driver of revenue and expense changes between the approved budget and the first financial forecast is an enrolment increase of approximately 500 students across the system. These updated figures also include additional in-year revenues of $200,000 from the Priorities and Partnerships Funds that were not yet known at the time the budget was approved.

Hobbs outlined that several uncertainties have the potential to impact the District’s 2022-2023 financials, including the current economic climate with inflationary pressures, rising interest rates, labour and supply chain shortages, and future COVID-19 waves and variants and associated funding.

The second financial forecast, with revised estimates, will be presented in January 2023.

Ontario Volunteer service Award nominations now open

Organizations and Committees can now nominate their volunteers for an Ontario Volunteer Service Award to recognize their continuous service ranging from five to 65 years of continuous service. Youth (24 years old and under) can be recognized for two or more years of continuous service.

The new annual deadline for nominations is November 15. For more information about the program or to submit a nomination, please visit the Ontario Volunteer Service Awards webpage.

The Ministry will provide more information about the ceremony to recognize 2022 volunteers in late Fall.

If you have questions about the Ontario Volunteer Service Awards or how to submit a nomination online, please contact the Ontario Honours and Awards Secretariat at: Ontario Honours and Awards Secretariat

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Email: OntarioVolunteerServiceAwards@ontario.ca Website: www.ontario.ca/honoursandawards

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Members from NG Pride from left to right Devon Warren, Sara Jane Manning, Kate Baker, Fiona McKenney and Elpis Law were on location at 3's Company Chip Wagon, as part of the Chip Wagon’s end of season fundraiser. Customers were able to purchase any combo for a donation going to NG Pride. This is an annual fundraiser that owner Luc Lacroix enjoys, to give back to the community that has been so welcoming during his first year in NG.

Photo by Ashley Sloan.

Members from the Rotary Club and Volunteers from the Restore were busy serving food to customers on Saturday for a Habitat for Humanity fundraiser. Proceeds from this event will go towards the 15 unit condo currently underway on Concession Street in Kemptville. A big thank-you to Your Independent Grocer, Ben's BS and Brewed Awakenings for the Donations of food, BBQ sauce and coffee.

Photo by Ashley Sloan.

Child amputee finds inspiration from Second World War Veteran

Eight-year-old Isla McCallum is an energetic young girl with a big smile, and Charlie Jefferson, 98, is a veteran of the Second World War. At first glance, these two appear to have little in common, yet they share something special: they are both amputees.

Mr. Jefferson served as a Lieutenant with the Queen’s Own Rifles Regiment. In 1945, in the Rhine Valley, Germany, he was injured by an anti-personnel mine explosion, resulting in the loss of his left leg below the knee.

When he returned home, Charlie joined The War Amps, which was started by First World War amputee veterans to help each other adapt to their new reality. Years later, these veterans established the Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, which provides young amputees, like Isla, who was born a left arm amputee, with financial assistance for artificial limbs and the peer support of fellow amputees.

It was through The War Amps that Isla and her family heard about Mr. Jefferson. With Remembrance

Wasn't that a party!

Day coming up, they visited him at his Ottawa residence.

Isla was interested to learn about Mr. Jefferson and the medals he earned for his service. She was also intrigued that he too was missing a limb. Isla described Mr. Jefferson as a role model who made her feel proud to be an amputee.

Isla’s mom, Jamie, says it is important that her daughter understands the sacrifices that many Canadians made for our freedom. “Mr. Jefferson and others risked their lives so that we could live in a better world.”

Through The War Amps “Operation Legacy,” Isla and young amputees across the country pay tribute to the veteran members of the Association who laid the foundation for programs that continue to make a difference in the lives of amputees today.

“Because of their work, child amputees have the tools and resources they need to be active, independent, and confident,” says Jamie.

But Charlie says he also takes comfort in knowing that Isla and other “champs” will continue spreading the message of remembrance, even when he no longer can.

Adds Jamie, “They (veterans) passed this legacy to younger amputees, and now it’s their turn to share these stories so that the sacrifices of veterans and all those who served are never forgotten. It’s a wonderful legacy!”

The right Omega-3 reduces risk of heart disease

How many readers still neglect to reduce their risk of heart attack?

Can’t cut the sugar and salt? Still addicted to tobacco? Must have those harmful fatty foods, and moderate exercise is just too tough?

This column has been like a broken record repeating the same song for years. “If you keep going to hell, you will eventually get there.”

Despite clear evidence that fish oil significantly lowers risk of coronary heart disease, why is this still a niche market, as compared to, say, ubiquitous potato chips?

Some readers, though, are listening.

In a previous column, we reported on the benefits of MaxSimil, a high-absorption form of omega-3 containing the two main nutrients in fish oil, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Our bodies can’t make these nutrients so we must get them from our diet. But you must eat enough and have the oil absorbed to get the benefit. How often do you have mackerel, salmon, herring, or oysters for dinner? And how do you know if your gut is absorbing the oil?

We thought we were eating enough and getting the benefits. To be sure, we measured the amount of EPA and DHA in our blood using an OmegaQuant test kit. We were shocked that the results were not good. On the Omega-3 Index, measuring the relative percentage of omega-3 nutrients in our blood, we were both in a high-risk position, testing below the recommended 8% level. Despite a healthy diet with plenty of fish, we were completely unaware that our risk profile for heart disease was elevated.

We started a routine of supplementing with Omega3X fish oil gelcaps containing MaxSimil, and after less than 12 weeks, a second blood test indicated we had significantly reduced our risk, exceeding the 8% level.

Now several readers have reported their own results.

Tanya B. from Port Colborne, Ontario tested her levels on the Omega-3 Index as she has a history of cardiovascular health issues in her family. She was scared when she saw her results bordering on high risk. After 2 months of supplementing with Omega3X, she retested and achieved a low-risk score.

Tyler P. from Red Deer, Alberta reported daily use of a fish oil supplement. His score on the Omega-3 Index was above average, but not enough to be in the low-risk category. He elevated his score to target levels after 2 months by getting the pre-digested MaxSimil form of fish oil found in Omega3X.

Jessy D. from London, Ontario is a competitive athlete who takes this supplement regularly. She tested with exceptional results. High-performance athletes tend to have low scores on the Omega-3 Index, so this was evidence her routine is working.

Stephen B. from Oakville, Ontario was the only reader who, despite making a significant improvement, did not achieve 8% after using Omega3X for two months. But he admitted inconsistent use. After more diligent effort and another test, he too scored in the low-risk range.

The message is this. People are totally unaware they can change their risk for heart disease by making small investments in good nutrition, especially omega-3 nutrients contained in fish oil. Eat more fish is what most dieticians say. But our oceans are not as bountiful as they once were. The price of eating fish several times a week is not cheap. And a safe and effective alternative is available on the shelves of natural health food stores.

Meanwhile, doctors are too frequently advising patients to take dangerous cholesterol-lowering drugs.

As Shakespeare wrote in Julius Caesar, “The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourselves.”

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Charlie Jefferson, a Second World War amputee veteran and Isla McCallum, a member of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program.

Submitted by Barbara Rousseau

A few friends gathered on October 26 to celebrate Joan Gummeson's upcoming 90th birthday. A "smoking" good time was had - so smoking, the fire department had to answer the building fire alarm! Lesson learned, use fewer candles right under the smoke detector.

Apologies to the Curry Park apartment residents for the interruption to your afternoon. Congrats Joan - a birthday you and your friends will never forget.

Education workers give 5 days’ strike notice

submitted by CUPE Union Ontario’s lowest-paid education workers have given five days’ notice of a potential province-wide strike as they remain united in their fight for student success and good jobs.

Education workers’ central bargaining committee will be back in mediation with the Council of Trustees’ Associations (CTA) and the Ford government on Tuesday, November 1 and will continue to pressure the government to accept workers’ reasonable, affordable, and necessary proposals for better pay and service guarantees.

“We served notice to bargain June 3, the day after the provincial election and the first day we could legally do so,” said Laura Walton, educational assistant and president of CUPE’s Ontario School Boards Council of Unions (OSBCU). “We have been urging the Ford government to reach a deal with us for 150 days, but so far they keep saying ‘no’ even though they could easily afford to say ‘yes’ given their $2.1 billion surplus.”

“With kids being sent home from school because there aren’t enough staff available and so many education workers relying

on foodbanks, it’s sad that we’re being told the pressure of a potential strike is needed to make the Ford government take our negotiations seriously,” Walton remarked.

“It’s been five months since we said we’re ready to get a deal done and two months of students facing badly under-resourced schools this year,” observed Walton. “When will the Ford government stop with the cuts, quit stalling, and end their threats of anti-democratic legislation? It’s time for Premier Ford and Minister Lecce to recognize what’s at stake for students trying to learn in

the schools they’ve starved of funding.”

On October 3, the results of education workers’ historic strike vote revealed that 45,433 out of 55,000 frontline CUPE education workers cast ballots, and 43,821 – an overwhelming 96.5% – voted “yes” to send a strong message to the Ford government: Education cuts are not acceptable.

More frontline staff are urgently needed in schools for students to succeed.

It’s time for a significant pay increase.

resources to accept our reasonable, affordable, and absolutely necessary proposals. It would be popular and the right thing for him to do that today.”

The School Boards Collective Bargaining Act requires that workers employed by school boards give five days’ notice before beginning a job action. Today’s notice from education workers means a strike is possible starting on Friday, November 4 if the Ford government doesn’t get a deal done.

after two years of pandemic isolation;

• enough library workers to make sure school libraries are open and reading opportunities are available to kids all the time;

• enough custodians to keep schools clean and enough maintenance workers and tradespeople to begin to tackle the $16 billion repair backlog; and

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SALE AND DISPOSITION OF MUNICIPAL LAND

WHEREAS, pursuant to the Corporation of the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville By-Law 13-48, which sets out the policies and procedures for the sale and disposition of municipal land.

AND WHEREAS, Section 6.5: Notice to the Public requires the intent to sell the property shall be given to the Public.

Please be advised that the surplus land in question to be sold is Roll #070804004020401, Concession 1, Part of Lot 37, and Part of Commons Lot 38, Township of Edwardsburgh/Cardinal, County of Grenville.

AND WHEREAS the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville considers it desirable and expedient that the land be sold through the Counties Bids and Tender Portal.

Further information can be found at https://leedsgrenville.bidsandtenders.ca/Module/Tenders/en

“We’re here to get a negotiated agreement that responds to the needs of students and frontline workers,” concluded Walton. “No one wants to strike, least of all the lowest-paid education workers who can barely pay our bills. Still, we need a significant wage increase and we deserve it. Students and parents deserve guarantees of service levels and improved staffing in schools. Doug Ford is premier of Canada’s richest province and he clearly has the power and

Education workers are bargaining for guarantees of:

• enough educational assistants so all students would get the supports they need and so schools could stop sending kids home because there isn’t an EA available;

• an early childhood educator in every kindergarten classroom so every four- and fiveyear-old would get the play-based learning support that’s especially necessary now

• adequate staffing of secretaries in school offices and enough lunchroom supervisors to keep students safe.

From 2012 to 2021, the lowest-paid education workers have already taken an 11% wage cut.

Workers’ wage proposal is an increase of $3.25 per hour each year in a three-year collective agreement. The Ford government’s offer was just $0.33 to $0.53 an hour –the equivalent of the cost of less than one tank of gas per month.

ANIMAL CARE SPECIALIST

12 Month Contract

12 Month Contract

Full Time - Day Shift (6:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. with rotating weekends)

Kemptville, Ontario

FULL TIME -DAY SHIFT (6:30 am - 3 pm w/rotating weekends) Kemptville, Ontario

Semex is a dynamic global organization that is committed to developing and delivering innovative genetic solutions. We believe that people truly are the cornerstone of our success, and that our employees are our most important asset.

Semex is a dynamic global organization that is committed to developing and delivering innovative genetic solutions. We believe that people truly are the cornerstone of our success, and that our employees are our most important asset.

We are currently seeking an individual for the role of Animal Care Specialist within the Kemptville production facility. The successful candidate must have a good knowledge of livestock care and be physically capable of handling large bulls. Hay, silage and manure handling are part of the regular job duties.

This position requires working a day shift from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and requires working rotating weekends and statutory holidays as scheduled.

Responsibilities include:

We are currently seeking an individual for the role of Animal Care Specialist within the Kemptville production facility. The successful candidate must have a good knowledge of livestock care and be physically capable of handling large bulls. Hay, silage and manure handling are part of the regular job duties. This position requires working a day shift from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and requires working rotating weekends and statutory holidays as scheduled.

• Semen Collection

• Feeding and caring for bulls

• Operating farm equipment

Responsibilities include:

• Seasonal crop work

• Semen Collection

• Mechanical and manual barn cleaning

• Feeding and caring for bulls

Qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• Operating farm equipment

• High School Diploma

• Seasonal crop work

• Strong agricultural experience, including livestock handling & care

• Mechanical and manual barn cleaning

• Ability and experience operating farm equipment; solid mechanical aptitude

Qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team

• High School Diploma

If you are looking for an organization that invests in its people, is engaging, flexible and striving for betterment, this is the opportunity for you! At Semex, we demand the best of ourselves, our company and what we do for our customers.

• Strong agricultural experience, including livestock handling & care

• Ability and experience operating farm equipment; solid mechanical aptitude

• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team

We thank all applicants for applying for this position, but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Please send your resumé to Sameer Javed at sjaved@semex.com

If you are looking for an organization that invests in its people, is engaging, flexible and striving for betterment, this is the opportunity for you! At Semex, we demand the best of ourselves, our company and what we do for our customers.

We thank all applicants for applying for this position, but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Please send your resumé to Sameer Javed at sjaved@semex.com

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KLUB 67 Euchre – Fun, social card playing every 2nd and 4th Wednesday monthly at 1PM, September to May. Location: Kemptville Legion, 100 Reuben Cres, Kemptville. Everyone welcome $5., cash prizes.

BREAKFAST, Kemptville Legion! Every 3rd Saturday from 8-10am - $8 for adults, $6 for children 10 and under. Euchre will be held following breakfast, registration starts at 11:30 am.

BINGO, Kemptville Legion, 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, doors open at noon

NEW – Artisan and Vendors’ Market

Admission Free .Monetary donation to Kemptville Salvation Army Food Bank is appreciated. eQuinelle Residents’ Club, 140 eQuinelle Dr. Kemptville, Ont. Saturday, November 26, 10am – 4 pm

Kemptville Horticultural Society November Meeting

Wednesday November 16, 2022 @ 7:00 pm

At the Kemptville Pentecostal Church, 1964 County Rd. #43, Kemptville On this evening, we will hold our Annual General Meeting with elections of officers.

The guest speaker is from The Flower Shop, Kemptville, on the subject of Christmas Decor.

Christmas Bake Sale at St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, 319 Prescott St., Kemptville

Saturday, November 12 from 10:30am - 1:00pm. There is an accessible entrance from the Mary St. parking lot.

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FOR SALE

WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE, LIKE NEW ONLY SIX MONTH OLD. PAID OVER 4000.00, ASKING 2,000.00 BUT WILLING TO NEGOTIATE. PLEASE CALL 613-296-8778

WALKER WITH SEAT; ELECTRIC ACTIVE CYCLE (PEDAL ONLY TYPE), MANUAL EXERCISE CYCLE. CALL 613-5678533

BLACK WALNUT PLANKS AND DISKS MERRICKVILLE JGHARRIS@SYMPATICO.CA

SETS OF WINTER TIRES 195-60R 15"; 1 SET ON GM 4 BOLT RIMS; $120 PER SET. CALL 613-282-1836, LEAVE A MESSAGE

DRY FIREWOOD FOR SALE $110 A CORD PLUS DELIVERY FEE. CALL OR TEXT JON 613-227-3650

SMALL SQUARE BALES OF HAY AND STRAW FOR SALE. CALL OR TEXT JON 613-227-3650

STEALTH 300 MOTORGUIDE ELECTRIC BOAT MOTOR, 30LBS, THRUST 2 POPS. $75. CONTACT NADFUDT@GMAIL.COM

HAY AND STRAW FOR SALE 4X4 ROUND BALES, STORED INSIDE. CALL JON 613-2273650

FLOATING POOL LOUNGE CHAIR, WEBBING GOOD CONDITION $20. CONTACT NADFUDT@GMAIL.COM

HANDMADE HOODED ROSE COLOURED SPRING & FALL WOMAN'S COAT, LARGE. CONTACT NADFUDT@GMAIL.COM

BLACK & DECKER RICE & VEG COOKER, LIKE NEW. $12. CONTACT NADFUDT@ GMAIL.COM

WINTER TIRES ON RIMS. SIZE 225/65/R17. 2 WINTERS ONLY, LITTLE USE (613)258-6631 $375 OBO

HELP WANTED

MISCELLANIOUS

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WANTED

Looking to rent winter parking near Asa St. Contact 613-545-5420.

KEMPTVILLE AREA ROOM. MATURE STUDENT, STUDYING AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR

IN KEMPTVILLE, NEEDS A QUIET ROOM WITH BATHROOM FACILITIES FROM SEPTEMBER TO NOVEMBER AND FROM FEBRUARY TO APRIL. WEEKDAYS ONLY. HAS SMALL FRIDGE, KITCHEN NOT REQUIRED. NEEDS RELIABLE INTERNET ACCESS. CALL CHRIS 613200-7016.

SERVICES

RETIRED CARPENTER

Renovations, kitchens, bathrooms, additions, decks, home repair. Call George at 613 462 7637

HANDYMAN SERVICES Painting, Demolition, Dry Wall Call Bill 613 774 2922

Hedge Trimming Small or Tall Call Rob 613-795-1845'

The Food Corner

By Paul Cormier, Salamanders of Kemptville

At Salamanders, we’ve been run off our feet with soup orders. It must be the beginning of the cooler weather that causes us to look towards warm dishes such as soups and chowders. This Creamy Chicken Chowder is a must after you have spent some time in the outdoors admiring what is left of the autumn leaves. We change our clocks shortly, so we will also switch our metabolism over to “winter food”. So, off we go with a tasty and tummy-warming Creamy Chicken Chowder.

Creamy Chicken Chowder

Ingredients

• 4 or 5 chicken legs (or the equivalent of any other chicken parts you can get on sale)

• 1 cup of chopped onions

• ¼ cup of chopped celery

• ¼ cup of chopped parsley

• 2 potatoes, peeled and diced

• 4 green onions

• 1 squirt of chicken bouillon like Knorr’s (or 1 cube)

• 4 cups of water

• 4 cups of milk

• 2 cups of shell (or your favourite shape of) noodles

• 1 bay leaf

• 2 squirts of Worcestershire sauce

• 2 teaspoons of crushed garlic

• Some rosemary, thyme and black pepper to taste Preparation

1. Place the water, chicken, onion, celery, parsley and bay leaf in a stock pot and bring to a boil

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2. Let simmer until the chicken is well cooked, then remove it and the bay leaf

3. Take the chicken apart, remove any bones and gristle, chop finely and set aside

4. Add the potatoes, green onions, chicken bouillon and seasonings to your broth and boil

5. Add the milk, noodles and the chicken that you have prepared and set aside

6. Reduce heat and simmer until the noodles and potatoes are cooked

7. If you wish or feel you need to, you can thicken with some corn starch or some 35% cream

To serve, just ladle into bowls and top with some parsley or perhaps a bit of grated old cheddar. Use fresh buns or biscuits from Grahame’s to dip and enjoy...

Thanks again for your mails and continue keeping me posted on your culinary progress at pcormier@ ranaprocess.com.

ONTARIO ENERGY BOARD NOTICE

Enbridge Gas Inc. has applied to renew its natural gas franchise agreement with the Village of Merrickville-Wolford.

Learn more. Have your say.

Enbridge Gas Inc. has applied to the Ontario Energy Board for:

1. An order approving the renewal of a natural gas franchise agreement with the Village of Merrickville-Wolford which would grant to Enbridge Gas Inc. the right to construct, operate and add to the natural gas distribution system and to distribute, store and transmit natural gas within the Village of Merrickville-Wolford for a period of 20 years.

2. An order directing and declaring that the assent of the municipal electors of the Village of Merrickville-Wolford is not required in relation to the by-law approving the natural gas franchise agreement.

THE ONTARIO ENERGY BOARD WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING

The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) will hold a public hearing to consider Enbridge Gas’s application. At the end of this hearing, the OEB will decide whether to grant Enbridge Gas’s requests.

The OEB is an independent and impartial public agency. We make decisions that serve the public interest. Our goal is to promote a financially viable and efficient energy sector that provides you with reliable energy services at a reasonable cost.

CERTIFICATES OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY

In order to construct any works to distribute natural gas in Ontario, a person must comply with the requirements of the Municipal Franchises Act (Act). This Act requires that a person that intends to construct any works to supply natural gas within a municipality must first receive approval from the OEB, in the form of a certificate of public convenience and necessity (certificate). Where the OEB has issued a certificate for an area within which there is currently no natural gas distribution service, another person can apply for a certificate to construct works to supply that area.

BE INFORMED AND HAVE YOUR SAY

You have the right to information regarding this application and to be involved in the process.

• You can review the application filed by Enbridge Gas on the OEB’s website now

• You can file a letter with your comments, which will be considered during the hearing

• You can become an active participant (called an intervenor). Apply by November 14, 2022 or the hearing will go ahead without you and you will not receive any further notice of the proceeding

• At the end of the process, you can review the OEB’s decision and its reasons on our website

The OEB does not intend to provide for an award of costs for this hearing.

LEARN MORE

Our file number for this application is EB-2022-0264. To learn more about this hearing, find instructions on how to file a letter with your comments or become an intervenor, or to access any document related to this case, please search the file number EB-2022-0264 on the OEB website: www.oeb.ca/participate. You can also phone our Public Information Centre at 1-877-632-2727 with any questions.

ORAL VS. WRITTEN HEARINGS

There are two types of OEB hearings– oral and written. The OEB intends to proceed with this application by way of a written hearing. If you think an oral hearing is needed, you can write to the OEB to explain why by November 14, 2022.

PRIVACY

If you write a letter of comment, your name and the content of your letter will be put on the public record and the OEB website. However, your personal telephone number, home address and e-mail address will be removed. If you are a business, all your information will remain public. If you apply to become an intervenor, all information will be public.

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Ty Whyte show on display with hat-trick

Hattie plus one…after

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Friday night with the Nepean Raiders on a redemption path ready to face the 73’s in their own barn proved to be too much kickback as Kemptville posted a 4 to 1 win with a hat-trick from Ty Whyte.

Both teams iced a very lethargic crew for the initial frame which played into the Raiders game plan of grind and pound, dump and chase style that remained scoreless. Kemptville spent more time in Nepean end peppering 15 SOG to 6 with three unsuccessful PP.

Nepean found results as Reinisch feed from behind the net to Joshua Reid in the slot to beat Jacob Biron at 5:15 to open

the second. Tic - tac - toe attack up the wall from Campeau dished back to Merrett, onto the tape of Ty Whyte and top shelf over the shoulder of Gage Stewart to knot it up at 7:08. Both squads with 12 SOG, with Nepean’s unsuccessful PS and the 73’s sustaining a 5 on 3 attack.

Last twenty belonged to Kemptville with pedal to the metal resulting in three unanswered markers. Matt Thomas holding the line wristed one through traffic to find left side open at 6:05. Ty Whyte caught top shelf to log in his second after he picked up Yakubowski garbage at 14:56. Nepean pulled their stopper at 17:22 with man advantage to give them 6 on 4, that turned against them as an aggressive Ty Whyte blew by his coverage to backhand in for ENG hat-trick goal at 17:34 for a 4 to 1 victory. Kudos to the 73’s coach for giving Whyte an opportunity to record a hat-trick which he capitalized on. Kemptville outgunned Nepean by 10 to 7 with the 73’s shutdowning a major PP.

Extremely frustrating for both clubs as they

had to battle each other under questionable circumstances with poor ice grooming, bouncing rubber, and unpredictable infraction perimeters in front of 287 appreciative fans.

Brockville Braves visiting the 73’s for the first of the season on a Sunday matinee was unsuccessful as they were shutdown with a SO for Jacob Biron and 3 to zip loss.

The initial period was a see-saw endeavour as the Braves tried to harness the speedy 73’s and control the bouncing rubber. Warner off the wall back to Thomas, across to Nathan Merrett to rifle it top shelf over Sami Molu to place Kemptville on the board at 6:23. Kemptville outshot Brockville 13 to 9 and Brockville having 1 failed PP.

Second twenty was scoreless with the 73’s having a 10 to 8 advantage and both teams riding the pine, with the Braves awarded 2 PP attempts and the 73’s 3 PP without results.

Kemptville found an extra gear as Brockville with man advantage tried a stretch pass up the wing and Ty Whyte SHG mag-

ic countered as he flew by his offender to pull the trigger at 7:29. Palmer combined with Brazier to Chase Lammi on the doorstep to make a 3 goal runaway for the 73’s at 9:46. Kemptville spend time in the sin-bin that Brockville couldn’t capitalize on and outgunned their foe by 18 to 7. A 3 zip win for Kemptville positions them for a run to the top as they are tied in fourth place.

Kemptville will face the Navan Grads on home ice on Friday, November 4th for a 7:30 start.

Hockey with EDGE… see you around the wall.

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Resident Brian Wilson attended the walk in clinic held at the Municipal Centre on October 29 ready to receive his Pfizer bivalent dose.

Photo by Ashley Sloan.

Ty Whyte’s performance on Friday evening he still is on a tear as he finds top shelf after destroying Brockville’s PP attack for his SHG during Kemptville’s runaway of 3 zip Sunday matinee.

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The Road to Amalgamation

1. A Common Sense Revolution

by David Shananhan

Municipal politics is definitely in the news these days, with an election just past and a Council ready to go for the next four years. It seems a good time to look back on how North Grenville came to be. Twentyfive years ago, it didn’t exist. Instead there were the three separate municipalities: Oxford-on Rideau, South Gower, and the Town of Kemptville, each with a municipal Council the same size as the one North Grenville has today, in spite of the huge increase in population and the complexity of the issues facing municipal government. Each of the three jurisdictions had a clear and historical identity, when, quite suddenly, it all changed.

When the Mike Harris Government took power in Ontario in 1995, it came as a shock to many. What was even more shocking was the new PC Government’s decision to implement what they called their Common Sense Revolution, a plan to cut the size of government across the province and to cut taxes. Among the many policies which made up the Revolution, many copied from the Thatcher government in the U.K., was a plan to cut the number of municipal councillors, mayors, and staff through the amalgamation of as many of the 815 municipalities in Ontario as pos-

sible. In January, 1996, the Harris Government passed the Savings and Restructuring Act to reduce the number of municipalities, and by 2001 these were reduced to 444. It should be noted that this was not a voluntary move by the province’s lower levels of government. Al Leach, the Ontario Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, told municipal politicians exactly what the situation was: "You really have two choices when it comes to restructuring. One is to do it yourself - develop your own restructuring with majority support of the municipalities affected...the other is to have it done for you by a local restructuring commission. If the commission is appointed, it will develop and implement its own proposal, and you will pay for it". The Minister also pointed out that there would be no appeal once restructuring plans were implemented. What was involved in this restructuring process was the biggest change in municipal organisation in Ontario since 1845. Many of the municipalities and villages which had existed independently for generations would now cease to exist. Historic identities and loyalties would be subsumed into new entities, all in order that lower tier expenses could be cut, taxes reduced, and the number of public service workers cut back. In fact, a Fraser Institute Report in 2015 found that the entire amalgamation project had

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failed in almost every aspect. While the number of mayors, reeves and councillors across Ontario was reduced by almost a quarter, the number of municipal employees rose by almost 40%. The rise in the number of municipal employees in amalgamated municipalities was twice that of those left unrestructured. Part of this was due to the need to hire more clerks and bureaucrats to administer much larger municipalities with larger populations. In addition, the Common Sense Revolution also involved downloading many services from the Province to the municipalities and Counties, and there was a resulting increase in municipal taxes to pay for these extra services. The Province, according to the Fraser Report, provided "no significant funding" to help ease the transition for municipalities. Minister Leach was convinced that the opposite would be the case after amalgamation. On January 17, 1997, he had stated: "When you add up the figures on both sides of the ledger, you see that municipalities will have tax room to manoeuver with. By the year 2000, municipalities should have enough room to reduce property taxes by up to 10 per cent". Reports and papers published since then have consistently shown that the Harris Government did not have sufficient research data to know what the actual costs of amalgamation would be. Nor did they make

any attempt to help the new municipalities to adapt to the new system. The position of the government in Queen’s Park was that the amalgamating bodies should figure things out for themselves, rather than have "big Government" dictate the new model for them. Al Leach claimed that it would take a generation before the benefits

fo amalgamation would become clear. All of this hit the people of Oxford-on-Rideau, South Gower and the Town of Kemptville as something of a shock in 1996. It was understood that some form of amalgamation process would need to be in place before the next municipal election, due in November, 1997. If the Harris government was

not going to get involved, it would be up to the mayors, reeves and councillors of the three areas, along with their staff, to put together the plans for a new municipality. The same problems faced the people of Merrickville and Wolford. This process was neither easy or without conflict.

Join the Merrickville and District Historical Society on Tuesday, November 29 at 7pm at the Merrickville Legion as they welcome Elysia DeLaurentis of Oakenwood Research Services. Her talk “Tarred and Feathered: Rough Justice in 19th-Century Ontario” will explain the traditional

ways by which communities sought to keep the moral behaviour of fellow members in check. When grievances were repeated or deemed particularly severe, such as for domestic abuse or adultery, neighbours at times resorted to the triedand-true methods of ritualized violence to drive home

their message. Though not a light topic, her presentation will offer a solid look at this important social aspect of 19th-century life.

Elysia DeLaurentis founded Oakenwood Research Services out of a passion for local history. Based in southwestern Ontario, she has worked in the heritage field for many years, combining skills and experience gained from working in archives, and with historical and heritage groups, to uncover the history behind the homes, families, and events that make the province unique. In addition, she welcomes the opportunity to research, write, and share local history through articles, books, and presentations. Elysia has a background in Art History and Folklore, and holds a Master’s degree in History from the University of Waterloo. Admission is free.

New CAO for South Nation Conservation

tively with our community partners, to conserve and improve our local environment.”

South Nation Conservation’s (SNC) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Carl Bickerdike as the new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective October 24, 2022.

“We’re very pleased to have Carl take on the role of CAO at SNC, following the departure of Angela Coleman who now leads Conservation Ontario,” said Pierre Leroux, Chair of SNC’s Board of Directors.

After first joining the Authority in 2002, Angela held several posts at SNC, from communications coordinator to property and approvals director before becoming SNC’s CAO in 2017. While Angela will be spending her time across Ontario working with 36 Conservation Authorities, she remains local in North Stormont, where she owns and operates Sand Road Maple Farm

in Moose Creek with her husband Scott Coleman.

Having worked for SNC since 2014, Mr. Bickerdike has been Acting General Manager since September, when Angela Coleman left to take the helm at Conservation Ontario.

“Carl has a deep knowledge of SNC's operations and brings a wide range of experience to the position of Chief Administrative Officer,” added Leroux.

“He is an effective leader and is committed to leading the diverse staff team at SNC as we work collabora-

Mr. Bickerdike graduated in 2012 with a Master of Arts in Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning from Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts. He held various roles with SNC ranging from Project Lead to Managing Director, Organizational Effectiveness. Prior to working with SNC he worked as a Program Director for the YMCA in Massachusetts and Quebec, leading outdoor and environmental education programs.

“It's an honour to be selected as the new Chief Administrative Officer,” said Bickerdike. “We have an extremely dedicated and professional staff, and I am excited to get to work with them, our Board, and our partners to continue the valuable work of SNC.”

Outside of work, Mr. Bickerdike enjoys spending quality time with his family, being in thewoods, and gardening.

OPP canines take a ‘paws’ fighting crime to strike a pose

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) canines put their best paws forward in the seventh annual OPP Canine Unit Calendar, with proceeds going to support charities.

The OPP Canine Unit has been supporting frontline and specialized policing functions to keep Ontarians safe for more than 50 years. Handlers and their canines provide assistance with search and rescue, tracking wanted persons, detecting narcotics, and searching for firearms, explosives and physical evidence.

The calendar features 24 photos, with canines from around the Province showcasing their specialty, location and role. July's canine, six-year-old Kilo from London, is seen being lifted onto his handler's shoulder using the carry method - a move that allows canines to be comfortably carried over dangerous grounds. In March you will meet five-year-old Mane from Orillia, an explosives detection canine who uses his keen sense of smell to identify an explosive device under a vehicle during a training exercise. Finally, prepare to get on the water with August's model, seven-year-old Dance from Sault Ste. Marie.

All proceeds from the 2023 OPP Canine Unit calendar go to the OPP Youth Foundation and the Friends of The OPP Museum. The charities thank everyone for their generosity as last year's calendar sales raised more than $42,900 for these worthy causes. Each calendar costs $15 and can be purchased at the OPP Off Duty Shop at oppshop.on.ca.

Learn more about the OPP Canine Unit by watching the recent live chat featuring a canine trainer and canine demonstration on Twitter or Facebook.

New SNC CAO Carl Bickerdike.