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Amazing Cross Country Season for St. Mike's Grade 7&8!!

Back row left: Philip Scott, Liam Glenn, Thomas Weissflog, Auzzy Jones, Kade Bloskie, Coach Angus MacDonald, Cory Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connell. Middle row: Manager Heather Kingsbury, Andrew Caicco, James Murray, Liam Lawless, Bryson Patterson. Front row : Lucas Mackay- Ronacher, Shawn Kingsbury, Cole Brookson, Alex Cornel

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The St. Michael Senior Boys volleyball team added more hardware to their collection as they captured the silver medal at the Dalhousie Invitational tournament in Halifax, Nova Scotia this thanksgiving weekend. The boys started the tournament with a solid win over the defending champions from Clarinville, NFLD. The following match was equally as challenging as the Mustangs took on last seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Provincial champions from Nova Scotia, Sommet High School. The Mustangs surprised Sommet High and took the match in two straight sets. After defeating Parkview High School in the third match of the day, the Mustangs finished 3-0 and advanced to the quarterfinals against a AAA school: Cobequid Educational Center from Truro, Nova Scotia. The Mustangs dispatched of CEC in two straight sets and met Colonel Grey High School from Charlottetown,

Prince Edward Island in the semi-finals. The St. Michael crew was firing on all cylinders and won decisively 25-14 and 25-15 to set up a rematch with the club team from Newfoundland. In the finals, Clarinville exacted a little revenge by defeating the Mustangs to repeat as tournament champions. Coach Angus MacDonald was very proud of how the Mustangs represented St. Michael and would like to congratulate James Murray and Shawn Kingsbury who were selected as tournament All Stars.

On Thursday October 10, St. Michael's hosted their annual Turkey Trot cross country meet and our grade seven and eight students surpassed all expectations as each runner accomplished their personal best run. The day started with an exceptional finish from Steven Vichos, followed by Ryan Bonfield, Luke Hiyazaki and Kyle Meisenheimer, leading the grade seven boys to a first place finish. The grade seven girls did not disappoint. A strong first place finish by Vesta Mourato (who brought home the turkey), followed by Madison Meisenheimer second, Kaitlyn Dawson and Emily Cochrane a few steps behind, resulted in another gold for St. Michael's. Tatiana Weissflog, stronger than ever, lead the grade eight girls, along with Danielle Charland, Rhys Brown and Dominique Charland to finish first in the grade eight girl category. As for the grade eight boys, they showed great improve-

ment, finishing third overall with Seth Pitre in the lead, followed by Dawson Maisonneuve, Liam Ford and Jed Brownrigg. Over 40 grade seven and eight students joined the St. Michael's Cross Country team this year and attended five meets in total. Our athletes demonstrated constant sportsmanship towards themselves and fellow runners from various schools. Our LGESAA championship was help on October 17, and St. Mike's did not disappoint. Our grade seven boys as well as our grade eight girls captured the gold medal. Our grade eight boys took home the silver medal. Our grade seven girls suffered a setback and had to settle for fourth. Each and every runner on the team had a huge role to play on our success this season. Congratulations goes out to TISS (Thousand Islands Secondary School) who came in first place overall in the grade 7 & 8 category.

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The Giving Garden winds down for winter

Volunteer gardeners collected the last of the Giving Gardens harvest on Saturday October 19 before doing a final clean up. Pictured above, left to right, are: Anthea Willows, Victor and Linda DesRoches, Catherine Johnson, Michelle MacEvoy, Don Muntz and Carmen Pincott. by Beth Nicol All’s well that ends well. After a rough start in the spring, the Giving Garden has had a busy summer and a most successful harvest. It was being prepared for winter on Saturday October 19 after the last of its bounty was gathered up by volunteers.

Located on County Road #43 adjacent to the Ferguson Forestry Centre, The Giving Garden is a testament to the generousity of spirit of the late Terry McEvoy. It is a community garden; preparation, planting, weeding and harvesting are all done by volunteers. Its park like quality is a draw for those looking for a bit of quiet to

sit, to read or to think. Its gifts are free for the taking. This summer’s abundant harvest has allowed the Salvation Army Food Bank to include fresh produce in its pantry. Bouquets of freshly picked flowers have cheered those recuperating in hospital. And broccoli, lots of broccoli, has kept one persistent groundhog very

well fed. Next spring, keep the Giving Garden in mind. Lots of hands make for good company, good food and good works. “Where you do not see the example, be the example; where you do not see hope, be the hope.” Terry McEvoy.

Book Fair: another year, another major success!

Ken Mews, Bill Patterson, Doug Thompson, Susan Hunt, George Buys, Doug MacDonald, Fran Thompson, Margaret MacDonald, Robert Porter, Margaret Zeibarth, Robin Heald, Sean Corbett, Peter Bunn and front row Pat Babin and Eva Francoeur and Margaret Carlson. Shoppers for the Literacy Project, a joint venture among the Rotary, St. James Anglican Church, Salvation Army and the Youth Centre were there to purchase books for children and teenagers. These will be put in the Christmas hampers prepared by the Salvation Army.

Over 1,000 attended over a two-day period. The final total for the Book Fair was $11,586 after expenses. This amount is shared by the North Grenville Public Library FRIENDS and the group from Community Living. A great response from the public and a terrific job well done by all the volunteers. Thanks to the following, Oct. 23, 2013

we couldn’t do it without you. Tracey Bennett, Alex Blockley, John Brauneisen, Patrick Brauneisen, Jordan Brennan, Erica Bruce, Brenda Bryan, Helen and Peter Bunn, George Buys, Margaret and Mary Carlson, Linda and Ryan Carriveau, Jane Collings, Sue Deschamps, Vic Desroches, Brenda Dillabough, Marie Gouthro, Jenna and Leah

Honsi, Mary Alice Hossie, Susan Hunt, Mickayla Jia, Kat Kight, Jean Kilfoyle, Kaylyn Kluver, Kathryn Kalinowski, Lauryn MacGillivray, Bill McElrea, Sandra McNamara, Leanne Meunier, Lou Munz, Don Munz, Ian Gossip, Matthew Misztal, Derek Morely, Jeffrey Murray, Pam Owen, Cathy and Bill Patterson, Laurel Peters,

Heather and Rose Ridell, Debbi, Taylor, and Matthew Sabourin, Doreen Simard, Cecil and Joyce Sturge, Fran and Doug Thompson, Sylvia Vezina, David Watson and team of North Grenville District High School students, Nancy Wehlau, John and Colleen Wilson, Mary Alice, Brian, and many others who did not register.

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photo courtesy of Angela Beking The merchants of Old Town Kemptville invite you to join them for some ghoulish games, freaky fun, and frightening food this coming Saturday, October 26 from 10 to 2 pm.! Look for the pumpkin picture in windows for kids’ games, activities and treats throughout Old Town, from Grahame's Bakery on Clothier to Candy for You on Prescott Streets. The Kreepy Krawl Parade assembles at the former Scotiabank (Asa at Prescott) at noon and ends up at the LA Group office (222 Prescott) for free chili at 1 pm. For teens and adults, Sherrie Englehart reads and signs copies of her new book “The Realm Mystiques”, a new vampire series, at North Grenville Library starting at 2 pm and don't miss a guided Ghost Walk of Old Town Kemptville departing from The Branch Restaurant and Texas Grill at 7 pm.

The North Grenville Municipality recently presented a $1000 cheque to the Kemptville College Alumni Garden

The Alumni Garden has been established to celebrate the Kemptville Campus Centennial which takes place in 2017. This garden will provide an area where students, alumni and community can commune. It will also provide the Horticultural students an ongoing real life demonstration project. The garden will also retain trees unique to the area - Katsura, False Cypress,

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Spindle tree and others. Presenting the cheque is Councillor Terry Butler, (on the right) to Past President Hans Vink. Mr. Butler is the Kemptville College Liaison and is always available to attend and support the Kemptville Campus. The Alumni appreciates the support of the North Grenville Municipality and looks forward to their continued support.

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Fire destroys local business

On Sunday, October 22 around 5:30 pm, the North Grenville Fire Service received a call for a structure fire at 853 Prescott Street Pebble Creek - Soap Works. When fire crews arrived on scene, they found the basement fully involved. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire. No one was on site at the time of the fire. There

were no civilian or firefighter injuries as a result from the fire. The fire remains under investigation. Owner, Shep Daniel, said his business was just taking off. He went for a walk with his dog and when he returned the place was on fire. The building was insured but personal effects and the business wasn’t.

Flu season is fast approaching Influenza is a preventable illness that can be very dangerous to some individuals. Because influenza is extremely contagious and is capable of spreading rapidly from person to person, it is important for individuals to follow these steps to protect themselves as well as others in the community: Get a flu shot, wash your hands, use hand sanitizer, keep frequently touched hard surfaces clean and disinfected, cover your cough, and stay home when you are sick. Flu vaccine provides adults and children with active immunity against the influenza virus. The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit recommends annual immunization against influenza for any persons over 6 months of age. There is a new flu vaccine produced each year to protect against the three strains of influenza most commonly circulating during the flu season. Pregnant women are recommended to receive the influenza vaccine. Children who are over the age of 6 months and under the age of nine and are getting the flu shot for the first time should get a second dose one month later. There are some people for whom the flu shot is not recommended, please check with the Health Unit for more information on this. Vulnerable populations in the community include very young children, pregnant women, people over 65, and adults and children with chronic health conditions such as diabetes, respiratory, cardiac, kidney disease or cancer. These individuals are at greater risks for serious complications from the flu. The flu shot is the safest way to protect yourself and your family and friends from the influenza virus. The vaccine protects about 70 percent of people who get a flu shot. However, the protection rate in seniors is less, as their immune systems are weaker. You may still get the flu even though you received your flu shot but being vaccinated will help to reduce the severity of your symptoms.

He is temporarily staying with Bonnie and Tom from the Knights Inn (old Stage Coach) who offered him accommodation. They also offered their unused banquet hall for him to store his salvageable business inventory. If you are able to assist with donations, please call the Knights Inn for further information on what is needed at 258-5939.

Leslie Hall – The Future by Beth Nicol On the History Page last week, David Shanahan shared the story of Leslie Hall; its purchase, construction, financial challenges, renovations and most importantly its role in the community. While it was originally intended for church use alone, time and circumstances dictated a change. It has become an integral part of St. James and its congregation, and of the North Grenville community. Over the years, a variety of upgrades and repairs have kept Leslie Hall safe and functional. Modernization of the heating, electrical and plumbing systems were undertaken; repairs were made to the outside walls as well. The exterior of the hall, at first glance, tricks the untrained eye into believing it is constructed

of stone. It is actually made of concrete blocks cleverly designed to imitate the walls of St. James. While aesthetically pleasing, the concrete blocks lack the strength and durability of rock. Time and weather have gradually taken their toll. Earlier this year, an inspection of Leslie Hall’s walls identified cracks in the eastern portion of the front wall and failure of the mortar joints at the capstones. An Engineering Condition Report by John G. Cooke and Associates confirms this and notes potential hazards. A protective fence and a sheltering cover over the entrance were installed to ensure the safety of those using the Hall. The building’s interior has also been upgraded this year after a Fire Inspector’s report identified areas of concern. While being proactive has allowed the hall to re-

main open, the financial cost to the church has been immense. That being said, the status quo is not acceptable. A Buildings Steering Committee has been formed to determine a way for the congregation to move forward. It will be considering all options. Six weeks into his tenure at St. James, Father Robert Porter is not short of challenges. Taking into consideration the role that Leslie Hall plays and has played in North Grenville, he is looking for input. By contributing ideas, suggestions and/or alternatives you can help St. James envision what the future will be for Leslie Hall. It is hoped that user groups, service clubs and interested individuals will be a part of this process.

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You cannot get the flu from receiving a flu shot. The flu vaccine does not contain live virus and thus is incapable of giving you the flu. Most people have no reaction to having a flu vaccine while some report having tenderness at the injection site for a few days. After receiving a flu shot some people may experience a mild fever, feeling tired, or having muscle aches and this is considered a normal reaction to having a vaccination. It is not the flu. HOW CAN YOU GET THE INFLUENZA VACCINE? Getting immunized against influenza is easy, convenient, and free. See your health care provider or attend one of the flu clinics in your area. There are 15 community clinics being held

this year from October 28th to December 17th . Most area communities will have one flu clinic with three communities having two clinics. For more information about the flu and for a listing of free flu shot community clinics, contact the Health Unit at 1-800-660-5853 or 613-3455685 or visit our web site at www.healthunit.org. If it is not convenient for you to get your flu shot from your health care provider or the health unit clinics, call your local pharmacy for times and date they are providing vaccinations. Please note that you will need to bring your health card for flu shots at pharmacies. Check out the list of participating pharmacies at www.healthunit.org. Pharmacies cannot give vaccinations to persons under 5 years of age.

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Canada Summer Jobs deadline January Gord Brown, Member of Parliament for Leeds-Grenville today notes that the deadline for the Canada Summer Jobs program is earlier for 2014. “Canada Summer Jobs is an initiative that helps students gain the skills and experience they need to be successful, now and in the future, while earning money for the upcoming school year,” explains Brown. It also helps employers create much needed summer job opportunities for students, while strengthening local economies and communities across Canada. The deadline for CSJ has changed and is earlier than in previous years. This year, applications will be available online beginning December 2 and must be submitted before January 10, 2014. “These new timelines mean that successful employers will be notified sooner and have more time to recruit students,” he explains. Brown notes that he expects to receive full program details in November and will communicate more information as soon as he receives it. More information about CSJ is also available here: www. servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/epb/yi/yep/programs/scpp.shtml.

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The public should be advised that soldiers from the Royal Canadian Dragoons (RCD) will be conducting road moves from Petawawa to Kemptville from October 26 to October 31, as part of Exercise WALKING DRAGOON. Soldiers mounted in Coyote Reconnaissance vehicles and Light Armoured Vehicles (LAV IIIs) will be conducting both dismounted and mounted training along routes, as well as setting up Observation

The Ontario Provincial Police is please to invite you to a Community Engagement Session facilitated by the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services (Ministry) Phase II – Community Engagement, which represents the second step towards the development of a provincial crime prevention strategy. The North Grenville engagement session has been scheduled for Wednesday, November 6th, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Municipality of North Grenville, 285 County Road 44, Kemptville. The Ministry is working with its inter-ministerial and policing partners to develop a provincial crime prevention strategy. The first step in this process was to raise awareness and to promote the benefits of crime prevention to Ontario communities through the development of the Crime Prevention in Ontario: A Framework for Action. The Ministry intends on facilitating the engagement session. Crime Prevention is a community responsibility. Your contribution is needed and we look forward to your input. Cathy Lindsey

Posts in approved areas. Elements of the RCD will be stationary in South Gower Park in Kemptville for the duration of the exercise. A total of 100 vehicles will be involved in this exercise with the vehicles moving in packets of 5-10 at a time. The vehicles will be travelling along secondary roads en route to Kemptville, Winchester and Merickville. When returning on October 31, the vehicles are expected

to take a detour to cross a series of bridges being built by 2 Combat Engineer Regiment located on secondary routes between Arnprior and Petawawa. The vehicles are expected back in Petawawa at approximately noon. The types of vehicles being used include armoured vehicles, heavy trucksand miscellaneous support vehicles. No pyrotechnics will be used during the exercise.

Large crowd, great discussion at MPP Clark’s Anti-Poverty Forum A crowd of more than 50 people provided LeedsGrenville MPP Steve Clark with incredible insight into the plight of those living with poverty and some great ideas about how to build a path toward a brighter future for them and their families. Clark hosted the forum at the Brockville Public Library to give Leeds-Grenville an opportunity to make its voice heard as part of the provincial government’s Poverty Reduction Strategy. The MPP worked with the United Way of Leeds and Grenville, the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville and the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit to organize the forum. “It was great to see so many people involved in this important discussion about how we can truly begin to break the cycle of poverty here in LeedsGrenville and right across Ontario,” said Clark. “There was a lot of energy in the room today and it was a very positive and

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productive discussion,” added Clark, noting they heard from people whose lives are affected by poverty as well as a wide variety of agencies working on the front lines helping families and individuals every day. The provincial government is holding consultations across the province as part of its five-year review of the Poverty Reduction Strategy released in 2008. “I was disappointed Leeds-Grenville wasn’t among the communities consulted because it’s essential that rural Ontario is part of the process,” said Clark. “But I was happy to step forward and work with the United Way, Health Unit and United Counties to make sure our riding wasn’t overlooked.” Participants spent Wednesday morning providing feedback based on five questions that form the basis of the five-year Poverty Reduction Strategy review: 1. What’s worked well in the first five years and what must be done differently moving forward?

2. The first strategy focused on children. Going forward, should there continue to be a specific focus and, if so, what should be the focus? 3. What is the most important thing the government of Ontario can do to help reduce poverty? 4. How can all levels of government, community groups, the private sector, and other stakeholders work together to better address the barriers that keep people from getting out of poverty. 5. When it comes to reducing poverty in Ontario, what would success look like 15 years from now? Clark will submit a full report from the forum to the provincial government later this month. “Beyond ensuring Leeds-Grenville is at the table for this discussion, today was incredibly valuable because what I heard will help me in continuing to advocate for my riding no matter what public policy issue we’re debating at Queen’s Park,” stressed Clark.

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gees in fact. The First Nations gave them the right to share the land and very soon the Loyalists were looking askance at immigrants who arrived after the War of 1812. They objected to the newcomers from Ireland and Scotland, because, in the eyes of Loyalists, these newcomers did not have the right background. The Loyalists objected to the newcomers getting free land grants. They thought this undermined their own value as loyal refugees who had given up everything and had earned free land. Worse still, the newcomers were of a different class, and had strange political ideas. Even back then, immigration was seen as a threat to the host population, and this led to years of conflict as the newcomers wrested political power from the Loyalist elite who believed that this Province was uniquely theirs. Of course these immigrants also brought with them novel and threaten-

by David Shanahan Last week we printed a letter to the Editor that seemed to link immigration to overdevelopment and the loss of ecosystems. I’m not sure what the link was supposed to be, but I did worry about the attitude to immigrants and immigration. It is an issue that has always been a problem in Canada. In fact, it is a problem issue wherever a host community feels the increasing presence of “foreigners”, and it has been so throughout history. Immigrants are from somewhere else, somewhere that is not known, somewhere that is not “here”. Canada, as the cliché goes, is a nation of immigrants, and that is very true. Even the First Nations (a name chosen with good reason) are immigrants. But, in this part of Ontario, it was the Loyalists who first claimed status as immigrants, refu-

from the US. There were certain elements that all immigrants had in common. They were leaving somewhere that was home. That is, they were emigrants as well as being immigrants. This often led to expressions of anger, loneliness, hurt and resentment on their side, as they fought even themselves to fit in to the new society. This was often misunderstood by the host community, who didn’t grasp the psychological devastation that often accompanies emigration, a move away from all that is familiar and often made against the will of the emigrants. So it has been in Canada for so long. But newcomers always become the subjects of rumours and gossip: they are taking our jobs, they are abusing our generosity and the welfare system. This may be true of some, but time changes things and soon these immigrants become the Canadians complaining about the latest

ing traditions and political ideas. They brought ideas of democracy, although they also brought the Orange Order to add to conflicts and bigotry already burdening the country. And, of course, underpinning all of this was the original conflict between French and English, the truly Canadian conflict which has yet to be resolved to everyone’s satisfaction. The arrival of immigrants with a different language only added a new dimension to the problem. Not only were these newcomers not British, they didn’t even speak the Queen’s English! Society was in danger from these foreigners with their strange ways and customs. This all sounds so familiar. Eventually, the different accent was not as foreign as the different colour of skin. The only black people to arrive in Canada for many years came as slaves with the Loyalists, or had escaped slavery via the Underground Railway

The Heart and Soul of North Grenville buy your tractor, lawnmower, your car, your groceries, almost anywhere else. You can hire a carpenter or electrician or whoever from outside North Grenville and maybe you will get a better deal on these things. But there’s one thing I want you to remember. Those places, people from outside our community, will not be the ones that will be there for you in time of need or for any fundraiser that some volunteer organisation puts on. A few months ago a single mother needed help after disastrous carpentry work was done on her home; this involved a a wheel chair ramp for her sixteen year old son. It was OUR local businesses that rallied together to come to her aid. It wasn’t someone from the U.S. or Ottawa. It was our own locals. A few years ago a musician suffered a severe set back in his health. Local volunteers rallied together to put on a benefit, and it was OUR local businesses that donated to the silent auction that was held. I could keep on with a list where local businesses came

by Marguerite Boyer I ask myself what is the heart and soul of North Grenville. With it’s growing population and our need to maintain our small town feeling, what is it that will make it hold it’s own and stop it from becoming just another concrete bedroom society. I have given this a lot of thought and my answer is: It’s the volunteers and the locally run businesses that give so much to this community and makes it what it is today and hopefully into the future. Volunteers are such an important part of this community. I know this as a fact. They make the wheels turn and raise the much needed money for all the various needs in our community. There’s a long list. Much of this can’t happen without support from our local businesses, owned mostly by people who live in North Grenville. There’s rarely an event that happens that hasn’t been supported silently by a local business. This is important to remember, for all of us to remember. Yes, you can go

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Dear editor Really?!! There will have been many customers such as myself who, on Thanksgiving Monday, dashed off to the local Shoppers Drug Mart on Hwy 43 to grab something they needed for the day – only to discover police tape all through the store. As I entered, I first noticed the tape blocking the cosmetic section. Since it had rained during the night, I naturally looked up for any roof leaks. But no – then I noticed the ‘closed for the holiday’ sign hanging from the tape. And the tape continued around all sections of the store save for the pharmacy and groceries! What? How mysterious! This store – as with all Shoppers, to my knowledge - is open 365 days of the year. This store has been in operation for 7 years under such conditions!! So why the sudden change, and dramatic use of police tape? Because, according to staff after I asked, one person complained to the local police about the store being open on a holiday. So the

together with local volunteers and made things happen, but it would be long. What I want you to remember is how important the heart and soul of this community is. So when you are out buying a tractor, or even just something as small as a cake, buy it locally, please. Support our locally owned businesses because they support us.

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newcomers in their turn. But the fact remains that each wave of immigration added something to Canada, provided a new colour, a new layer of culture and imagination that has made this country what it is for all of us. These immigrants built the canals, the railways, the roads. They introduced political ideas and concepts of tolerance and acceptance that now are seen as characteristics of the Canadian psyche. Immigration has always challenged the host society. But it has also added precious elements that go to make up our Canadian society. What’s more, immigrants, however they arrive, or how much they initially depend on Canada for support, have dedicated themselves to, as it were, retrospectively earning their place here. Of course there are users and abusers; but that is true of every society. Immigrants have generally worked hard to provide their children a better life

than they had: that, after all, is why they emigrated in the first place. In the process, they have played a role in making Canada the place that other immigrants want to come to. Although they often live as strangers both to their old and their new worlds, they have played their part. They personify Neil Diamond’s description of being “lost between two shores”. If Canada did not have immigrants, it would not be the country it has become, recognised around the world as a tolerant and open society, with values that are admired and respected everywhere. Without immigrants, we would not have the infrastructure and political system that we have. On a very simple level, without immigrants, this editorial would not have been written by an immigrant. For an upto-date immigration story, see “The Irish are Coming”, in this issue back page

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police came... Really?! Seriously?! Understand, I have no complaint with the police... they were doing their job. But to the one person who complained, and to the policy that somehow permits one person to dictate the operation of a business and my right to patronize that business...I say – nonsense. Where was this person when Sunday shopping began and our economic and family life came crashing unsoundly together? He/she must have had a breakdown! Would this person have seen the whole store shut down? I wonder. Thankfully, the pharmacy has to be kept open because it attends to prescriptions for the hospital and nursing home. To the person who caused this commotion on Mon. Oct. 14 – shame on you. I have one senior parent living with me, and one in the nursing home – and at the spur of a moment I must be able to access whatever either one might need, whether it is dietary, hygienic, pharmaceutical or personal in nature. Shoppers always gives me – or I should now say – gave me that availability.

So thanks very much (with heavy sarcasm!) to the one person who caused this commotion and took away my access! If this was somehow self-righteous on your part, I hope you can live with your decision – sometimes life is not about you, or your concern for ‘corporate’ responsibility. Sometimes life is about your neighbours... D Jones Dear editor: I would like to thank Mr C. Miller for educating me on the BIG evil oil companies and pipelines in general. Little did I realize that when I moved to Kemptville a couple of years ago, I could have moved to Oxford Mills instead, where they don't worry about jobs, taxes or charitable donations. I will have to take Mr Millers word for it that there are no roads or train tracks that might carry hazardous goods anywhere near the " highly Vulnerable" Oxford Aquifer. We don't need TransCanada's 73 million in Ontario property taxes, 16 million in Ontario sales taxes continued on page 7

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Club photographer Bernice Sheppard had fun capturing a “busy bee” pollinating a flower on a glorious Fall afternoon in Kemptville.

by Beth Nicol They stood and sang, “Oh Canada,” gradually building to four part harmony, experienced voices still strong, melodic, and full of passion. It was a rehearsal of the “Sing’n Swing’n Seniors,” preparing for their upcoming performances of, “We’ll Meet Again.” The choir, which meets on Thursday afternoons at the Cheryl J. Brown Centre, was formed seven years ago by Janet Corkery. It has been a going concern since that time, regularly entertaining local nursing homes and retirement residences with song. Commissioned by The Royal Canadian Legion to celebrate its 60th Anniversary in 1986, “We’ll Meet Again,” was written by Paul Gaffney, Frank Burke and Nancy Turner, (Salute to American Musicals – 1976.) It celebrates the music of World Wars 1 and 2 with the familiar songs woven together by skits, short narrations and bits of dance. The title may seem famil-

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T h i s i s t h e t h i rd collection of short stories by Jim Prebble, and once again he has brought us to that wonderful world of colourful and lively characters that inhabit a world which is an amalgam of Canadian and south eastern American small towns. These stories are full of humour, sadness and all the attributes of real life and real people: people with a unique dialect, approach to life and to each other that makes for an enjoyable read. This collection will be really appreciated by Jim’s dedicated readers and new admirers alike. David Shanahan Ph.D.

als. Never a scandal to be had, it was always cash in a suitcase. Mr C should lead by example and shut off his gas, propane or oil heat and stop driving anywhere because all the roads were paid for by taxes and don't forget to pay 10 times the monthly hydro bill to offset the extra cost ( 80cent/kilowatt) for solar or wind power, when available. What might be better, is to come up with a alternative fuel source, then get rid of the oil. Paul Louwe

iar to some; the Kemptville Players performed, “We’ll Meet Again,” a few years ago. Produced by Nancy Chajkowski, the memories of that show motivated choir members to suggest that it be repeated. At first, choir director Louise Atchison envisioned a simple evening of music in a sing-a-long format. As the preparations proceeded and enthusiasm grew, so too did the size of the production. Wendy Earl took on the challenge of accompanist; Terry Watkiss assisted with lights and sound production; Barb Stiles, a veteran member of the Kemptville Players, prompted actors and helped with staging. Representing the forces in the play are actors Brad Bergen, Doug Hendry, Richard Pickard, and choir members, Brian Reid and Steve Wendt. Assisting the choir in some of the vocals is the quartet of Jane Baird,

Paula Henke, Helen MacGregor and Nancy McIntyre. Taking on the additional roles of Master of Ceremonies and Bartender are choir members Don Gilchrist and John Baldwin. After months of practice and planning, they are finally ready to share. Be sure to take in one of the performances. There will be many songs to warm your heart. Be prepared to enjoy yourself. There will be two performances in the Theatre of the Municipal Centre on County Road #44 in Kemptville: Friday, November 1 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, November 3 at 2 pm. The cost for tickets purchased in advance is $15; at the door the price is $20. Advance tickets may be purchased from the Municipal Centre Office, Brewed Awakenings on County Road #43 or by calling Jane at 613-258-5039 or Louise at 613-258-3591.

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Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese Ingredients 12 ounces dried rigatoni 1 1/2 pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into chunks (3 1/2 cups) 2 3/4 cups milk 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 8 ounces smoked Gruyere cheese, shredded (2 cups) 8 slices bacon 2 small sweet onions, cut into chunks 3 ounces sourdough bread 2 tablespoons butter, melted fresh flat-leaf Italian parsley Directions 1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly butter a 3-quart au gratin or baking dish; set aside. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; transfer to a large bowl. 2. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan combine the squash and 2 1/2 cups of the milk over medium-high heat. Bring to boiling; reduce heat to medium, and simmer until the squash is tender when pierced with a fork, 18 to 20 minutes. Stir together remaining 1/4 cup milk and flour; stir into squash mixture. Bring to boiling; cook until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the Gruyere until melted; keep warm. 3. Meanwhile, in a very large skillet cook bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble; set aside. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons bacon drippings. Return skillet to the heat. 4. Add onions to skillet; cover and cook over low heat 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Uncover and increase heat to high. Cook 4 to 6 minutes more, stirring, until onions are golden. 5. Add squash-cheese mixture, onions, and bacon to the bowl with the pasta. Toss well to combine, then transfer to prepared baking dish. 6. Place bread in a food processor and pulse with two or three on/off turns to form large coarse crumbs (you should have about 2 cups). Transfer to a small bowl; mix with melted butter. Sprinkle remaining Gruyere and the bread crumbs over pasta mixture. over Bake until top is browned, about 14 to 15 minutes. Cool 5 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

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A Night of Music and FunSt. Michael’s hosts their annual Coffee House by Nathalie Morais Over the years, St. Michael’s Catholic High School has had the tradition of hosting a Coffee House. It is a night where everyone comes together to have fun with friends and family and enjoy good food. The show includes musical acts with genres ranging from country and pop to bagpipes and a little bit of rock and roll. But it doesn’t just stop at music; acts also include dance performances, standup comedy and witty comments made by the emcees. On top of all that, there is the opportunity to enjoy tasty treats prepared specifically for this event by the school’s Hospitality and Tourism High Skills Major students. The Coffee House will take place on Thursday, November 7; doors open at 6 o’clock, and it is held in the St. Michael’s cafeteria. Not only students, families and community members attend to encourage the performers but the teachers

are also present. “It gives the students a chance to free their talents and others to enjoy them as much as they do.” Mr. Michael Hurd, a teacher at St. Michael’s, explained while he noticed some pervious performers as they walked down the hallways in-between classes. “Definitely something I’m looking forward to seeing.” A highlight of attending this evening is that you can sit back and watch incredibly talented students showcase their various skills. Being witness to the show of sheer guts by the performers (it takes a lot to get up in front of a large crowd and sing your heart out) just gives you an amazing feeling. If only we all had that level of confidence. The Coffee House is a fundraiser that makes it possible for the grade 12 graduating students to celebrate the end of their high school career at prom: A night they have been looking forward to since their first year of high school. All proceeds from the Coffee House will be going towards the expenses of prom; mak-

ing it a little more affordable for everyone. “I hope it will be as successful as last year. It was completely packed, making it a very profitable night for prom fundraising”, Faith Baxter, a 2014 graduating student, remarked about the event while smiling at the thought of going to enjoy the talent again this year. This night is open to all to come and enjoy; tickets will be sold at the door for $8. They are also available before hand at the school, in the main office, for a reduced price of $5. This ticket will provide entrance as well as pay for the coffee (courtesy of Country Style) and the tasty treats that will be served at intermission. And be sure to bring some extra cash for the table set up by the Hospitality High Skills Major students; they will be selling bags of treats for you to take home. The proceeds of this will be in support of the High Skills Major Program at St. Michael’s. So please join us and take part in a fun filled evening that you will not soon forget!

New Prime Minister of North Grenville High School North Grenville District High School began the year with a running start under the influence of Paige Burnie, a grade 12 student and the new Prime Minister of North Grenville. She keeps herself busy both in and out of school. In school, she’s a very active member of SAC, planning events like leadership camp, and keeping things in check for Grade 9 Day. Although no longer chair of the dance committee, Paige has kept up on the doings of the committee by offering her advice to the new chairs, ensuring the best possible dances. In her final year at NG, Paige is hopeful to play varsity soccer in the spring. Last year, Paige participated in the high school figure skating competition in Smith Falls. The NG team placed third overall and hope to go for gold this coming year. Not only does skating occupy Paige’s life in school, but it’s one of her favourite things to do outside of school. Paige is a competitive figure skater who skates out of Nepean. She travels to the Nepean Sportsplex 3 nights a week to prepare for major competitions. In past years,

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teaches children to selfassess by fostering internal motivation, or what is called a “self-learning spirit.” Children learn the value of perseverance, the rewards of hard work and the satisfaction of achieving what they intend to do. Having a self-learning spirit means that a person understands the knowledge he or she already acquired, realizes what is necessary to learn next and is willing to take ownership of mistakes. These traits are all in alignment with fostering a self-learning spirit in children. Studying Kumon and learning to play a musical instrument can contribute to children’s academic success. The benefits of both contribute to children’s math skills, memorization ability and self-learning spirit. Nelson Groening is a Certified Kumon Instructor. To learn more about the Kumon Math and Reading Program in Kemptville, please call him at 613-258-4924.

she’s won the Eastern Ontario Skating Invitational Competition moving on to compete against all of Ontario, where she ranked as one of the top 10 in our province. This past month, she competed in the Spencerville Fair Ambassador Competition where she placed as second runner up. Although she is super busy outside of school with skating, she still has time for her family and their fun family vacations. They’ve been to Myrtle Beach, as well as Nashville, Tennessee; a spot Paige would love to live someday. As a senior, Paige has gained a lot of valuable experience leading her to the role that she’s in. She’s gotten to know many of the teachers and students, and quite a few things about the school as a whole, all of which have encouraged her to succeed. Paige knows that the teachers are always around to help her, as well as other students in their free time. “It’s because they’re so caring and they want to see us succeed,” Paige says. “One of my favourite things about being at NG is seeing all the fabulous students. There are so many

different types of people who I’ve become friends with, and have made memories with them that I’ll keep forever!” She’s also learned so much and grown as a student. As far as advice goes to new students, Paige gives helpful guidance, “To all new and returning students: High school seems super intimidating, but really it isn’t! It’s full of great people and great opportunities, and really is an amazing 4 years. Whatever you do in high school, make sure that when you leave, you have memories to always make you smile.” As this is Paige’s last year, she’s looking ahead to the future, which now doesn’t seem so far away. “Next year I really want to study kinesiology or bio-medicine in university. After that, I really want to audition for Disney on Ice. I love to skate, and Disney on Ice would be a lot of fun!” This will be a super fun year at NG with the ropes in Paige’s hands. We wish Paige the best of luck in being Prime Minister this year, and hope it’s everything she wants it to be. GOOD LUCK PAIGE!

Rising demand for service has prompted House of Lazarus to extend hours of operation Beginning November 4, the Thrift and Household Goods shops of the House of Lazarus will be open until 2 pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday and till 8 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays; Saturday will remain open till 3 pm. Our two shops are our main source of funding, so whether you are donating or shopping it is supporting our work in the community. The Food Bank hours will also increase from 9 to 1 pm from Monday through Friday and from 5 to 8 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. “The increasing demand on our food bank, particularly with the working poor, has led to our decision to extend our hours of operation” said Pauline Pratt, Executive Director of the House of Lazarus. The need for a broadened and informed provincial poverty reduction strategy is clear, particularly in rural communities. As an agency for advocacy and social justice, we are working with our partner agencies to provide information and education to the public and all levels of government to bring about some of the necessary changes for a more sustainable and equitable community. We are very grateful for the continued support of the communities that surround us, without your generosity we would not be able to do the work we do. At this time we would like to offer our gratitude and thanks to Jack and Mary Durant for donating a stretch of garden space to us to plant our fund raising garlic project and other vegetables for the food bank. We would also like to thank the local farmers who have donated beef to support our food bank families; without their support our families would have few protein choices. And to Mike Dean’s, Andy’s Food Land and Your Independent Grocer Kemptville for their support of our food bank and projects. We are always in need of volunteers here at the Mission to sort, stack and store our abundant donations from our community supporters so if you have 3-5 hours a week or month we have an opportunity for you where you can make a difference. The House of Lazarus is located at 2245 Simms St. in Mountain. To learn more about our mission and how you can contribute we can be reached at 613-989-3830; email house.lazarus@gmail.com; web site ‘houseoflazarus.com or on Facebook. www.ngtimes.ca

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• Organize your garage. • Clean and store summer garden tools. • Cover and store outdoor furniture and barbecues in a protected area. • Make sure all soil is emptied from pots and planters. • Dirt left in clay pots will freeze and cause the pots to crack if left outside. • Clean porch and deck furniture, and look for any needed repairs. Check the supports, stairs, and railings on porches and decks. Make sure the handrails can support someone slipping on snow or ice. • Clear leaves from lawn, reseed patchy areas, and plant spring flowering bulbs. Fertilize the lawn with a high phosphorous mix to ensure healthy grass in the spring. • Trim trees on your property. Ice, snow and wind could cause branches to break and dam age your home or car, as well as injure someone walking on your property. • Clear out your gutters and check for leaks there, too • Make sure the roof is in good shape. Have a professional inspect the condition of your roof. Ice, rain, snow and wind combined with rapidly changing temperatures and humidity wreak havoc on roofs. • Inspect exterior walls to see if any paint is peeling or blistering on the house or outbuildings. • Prepare your yard equipment for storage. This includes draining fuel from all gas-operated equipment such as lawn mowers, leaf blowers, and chain saws. You may want to have them serviced and ready to go for spring. • Drain garden hoses, shut off outdoor water valves in cold weather. Any water left in exterior pipes and faucets can freeze and expand, breaking the pipes. • Check to see that all of your snow equipment is up and running before the first flurry falls. Nothing is worse than not having working equipment when the time comes.

Interior Maintenace Tips Have your heating system checked by a licensed heating contractor. Heating systems will use fuel more efficiently, last longer and have fewer problems if properly serviced. Air leaks from windows and doors are easy to find by moving your hand around the frame. Applying weather stripping and caulk to these areas will help cut down on drafts. Examine your wood stove or fireplace insert’s door gasket for a tight seal. Also clean and inspect the glass door for cracks and have the chimney cleaned by a licensed chimney sweep. Change the direction of your ceiling fan to create an upward draft that redistributes warm air from the ceiling. Test and change the batteries in your smoke and carbon dioxide detectors and keep extra household batteries on hand.

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Exterior Security Don’t leave notes on your door. Have adequate exterior lighting. Keep tools, ladders and garbage pails locked away. Trim trees and shrubs that could easily hide intruders. Don’t leave spare keys hidden outside - they can be found. Keep bicycles, barbecues and lawn equipment securely stored. Don’t use a nameplate outside of your house with your full name. A criminal can use this information to look up your number in the phone book and call to see if you are home.

Vacation security tips • Inform trusted neighbours or relatives of your vacation plans and where you can be reached. • Leave a key with them so they can check your house. • Have a neighbour park a car in your driveway, and pick up your mail, newspapers and flyers. • Ask a neighbour to put one of their garbage bags in front of your house on collection day. • Don't order merchandise for delivery while you are away, and cancel regular deliveries. • Don't talk about your vacation plans with strangers or service people. • Use your work address on your luggage tags so a potential criminals won't know where your empty house is. • Secure or remove valuables and firearms from your home. • Leave your house with a lived-in look. Use automatic timers to turn on lights and radios. • Have your lawn cut or snow removed while you are away. • If you come home and see a door ajar or a window broken, call the police immediately. NEVER enter the dwelling. If it looks suspicious - don't hesitate - call police.

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Maintain your smoke alarm Dust can clog a smoke alarm, so gently vacuum alarms every six months using a soft brush. Never vacuum electrically connected alarms unless you shut off the power. Test your unit when finished cleaning. When installing, testing, and maintaining smoke alarms, make sure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions

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Youngsters of Yore, Kemptville Public Library, 1:30 pm. Guest speaker– Jim Prebble, Author M eeting of the Executive Committee of the Friends of the NG Public Library at noon in the Program Room, Norenberg Building. Spotlight will be on the Book Fair -- Past, Present, and Future. The Salvation Army Legacy Brass Band is performing in concert at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, 319 Prescott St., Kemptville at 7 pm. Also featuring St. Paul’s Choir and Friends. Free with offering. Refreshments and social time to follow K reepy K emptville merchants will be doing pumpkin decorating, candy apples, and other Halloween-related activities for the whole family. A guided Ghost W alk of local haunts begins just after sunset, at 7 pm Annual Beef Supper, St. Andrew's United Church, Bishop's M ills 4:30-6:30 pm Haunted Hall on Halloween, 6-8 pm, Maplewood Hall Oxford Mills. Free activities, crafts and treats. Presented by the OM CA M urder mystery and Roast Beef dinner, North Grenville Community Church. Tickets call 613-258-4815 Sing’n Swing’n Seniors perform “W e’ll M eet Again” perform at the Theatre of the Municipal Centre at 7:30 Nov. 1 and 2pm Nov. 3. The cost for tickets purchased in advance is $15; at the door the price is $20. Advance tickets may be purchased from the Municipal Centre Office, Brewed Awakenings on County Road #43 or by calling Jane at 613258-5039 or Louise at 613-258-3591. Anglican Parish of Merrickville 17th Annual Beef Dinner & Auction, Merrickville Community Centre, Social Hour & Viewing 5-6pm. Dinner 6 pm, Live Auction 7:30pm. Tickets $20 @ (613)-269-3452 & (613)-258-0940 The Branch Artisan's Annual Christmas Show & Sale, Saturday 9:30- 4 & Sunday 10-3:30 pm, Kemptville College across from the Hospital. Find that perfect gift! Free Admission. Craft & Bake Sale, Kemptville Legion 10-3 pm The 13th AGM of the Friends of the North Grenville Public Library is scheduled for 7 pm, Program Room of the Norenberg Building. Trivia competition, awards, refreshments, and music. Special guests: Youngsters of Yore. Public is invited. Co-sponsor of the event: North Grenville Public Library

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The North Grenville Photography Club - Meeting first Wednesday of every month at the Old Fire Hall, 25 Reuben Crescent. For more info see ngphotoclub.ca Bingo- First and third Wednesday of the month, Kemptville Legion. Games start at 1 pm. All welcome. Refreshments available Klub 67 Euchre every second and fourth Wednesday of the month starting at 1:15 pm, St. John's United Church downstairs. Everyone welcome - $5. First play date Wednesday, September 11. Vivian Howe 613-258-2540 Probus Club of North Grenville every 3rd Wednesday of the month with the exception of December, July and August. 9:30 am. Gathering Time, 10 am. Meeting Time, St. Paul's Presbyterian Church Hall. New Members Welcome The Branch Artisans Guild Members meet at North Grenville Community Church (downstairs) 2659 Concession Street every third Tuesday at 7 pm. New members welcomed! Bridge - Every Thursday, St. John’s United Church, 6:45 pm. Cost $5, partner preferred but not necessary. For more info, contact Sandra at 613-258-2691 North Grenville Toastmasters - Meeting first and third Thursday of the month, 7 pm at O’Farrell’s Financial Services, Cty Rd 44. For more info, call 613-258-7665 The French Connexion: Le quatrième jeudi du mois, venez nous joindre pour un souper et des conversations en français. Friendship Lunch - Until Dec. 13. Leslie Hall, hosted by four churches of Kemptville and the Salvation Army. Serving begins at 11:30 am. There is no charge for the lunch. Freewill offerings are gratefully accepted. Call 613-258-4804 for more information. Games night. Join us at 6:30 pm in the lower level of St. John's United Church. Fully accessible, we look forward to spending time together. Please call Barbara at 613-258-4526 for further details. North Grenville Cancer Support Group. Every 3rd Monday of the month with exception of month of December, July and August 2 p.m. St. John's United Church- Kemptville Anyone needing support is welcome to attend M odern Square Dancing in Kemptville, every M onday at North Grenville District High School - 7 to 7:45 is free to all beginners. Casual attire. Singles Welcome! Info Shelley (613) 258-0016 or email kemptvillesquaredance@gmail.com or BNI Netw orking Group Breakfast- Alumni Building, University of Guelph, 7-8:30am. Call 613-258-0553 for more information. Bridge- St. John’s United Church, 12:15 pm. Cost $3, partner preferred but not necessary. For more info, contact Sandra at 613-2582691 M others of Preschoolers Support Group-St.John’s United Church, 6:30-8 pm. W hether you’re a townie, rural, stay-at-home, working, teen, adoptive, special-needs, single or married, M OPS is for you! For more information, call Angie Brown at 613-223-3979 Kemptville and Area Walking Group, Municipal Centre - Early birds: 8 am Others 8:30 am Contact: Eva 258-4487

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ANNOUNCEMENT Louis Matura 1932 - 2013

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Louis Matura, a long-time resident of Oxford Mills, recently living in Waddington, NY, passed away on October 14. He was born in Schenectady, NY in 1932 and began his career in Northeastern Pennsylvania following graduation from Cornell University College of Agriculture. Lou has many friends throughout rural Eastern Ontario where he represented A.O.Smith Harvestore for many years. He was totally dedicated to helping farmers and remained friends with many families. Together with his family, he owned and operated Oxford Mills Farm which produced and sold vegetables, strawberries and beef. In later years, he also sold real estate. He had a family of hockey players which led to his serving as President of Kemptville Minor Hockey and also as coach of the Kemptville girls hockey team. In recent years, the highlight of summer was fishing with his grandsons on Kemptville Creek and surrounding waterways. Lou is survived by wife Peggy and his family which includes sons Louis (Kelly), Gary (Mikki), Brian, Ken (Laura) and daughter Lauren; grandsons Christopher, Dieken, Jack, Nolan; former wife Sieglinde; brother Larry (Yolanda) and sister Barbara Smith (Stuart). Friday, October 25 at Frary Funeral Home, 515 Caroline St., Ogdensburg, NY: visiting hours, 2-4 pm, memorial service 4 pm. Reception follows at Dobisky Visitor Centre, 100 Riverside Ave. A “Celebration of Lou’s Life” is planned for next summer in Kemptville with all his family and friends.

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Settling North Grenville by David Shanahan Two hundred years ago, the Imperial British Government made a decision that would completely change the future of this region. The War of 1812 was continuing, but the area that is now North Grenville was hardly touched by it. This was partly because the main theatre of war was in the western part of the province, on the Niagara Peninsula, with only some sporadic raids on Kingston, Brockville and Prescott to disturb the normal routines of life. In part, also, the relative quiet was due to the fact that North Grenville was almost empty of people. In Oxford-onRideau Township, almost all the lots other than the Crown and Clergy Reserves had been patented by 1802. Yet the actual population of the entire township in 1809 was 41. The problem in the interior townships was access: until

the Rideau Canal was built, access to the interior townships depended on the very few roads that existed, and whatever navigable waters went through the townships. The Loyalists had been granted almost all of Oxfordon-Rideau Township between 1891 and 1895, and South Gower was still waiting to be completely surveyed. But those Loyalists who had been given land in Oxford were living elsewhere: their Oxford lands were barely accessible, and had only been given to make up the amount of land owing to the Loyalists. They had long since settled in Elizabethtown, Edwardsburg and Augusta. But that was all to change. The British Government had been faced with a troubling fact of life during the war. Although the St. Lawrence had remained quiet, it was very clear that it was a very vulnerable area. Should the Americans choose to close the

river to traffic, or even occupy the Canadian side of the river, all supplies of men and materiel desperately needed in the war zone to the west would be cut off, and most of Upper Canada would be exposed to American invasion without hope of relief from the main military strongholds of Montreal and Quebec City. This threat needed to be dealt with. It was decided, therefore, that a three-pronged initiative would be set in motion. A canal would be constructed through the Rideau River system to allow troop and supply transportation on a route that would be safe from American interruption. The new Rideau Canal would need defending in case of invasion, so discharged soldiers would be given free land and support in settling on lots along the Rideau route, so as to have a ready-to-hand military defense force in the event of American intrusions in future. However, the authorities also realised that soldiers do not necessarily make good farm-

ers, so the third element of the project was to encourage people from Scotland in particular to also settle along the Rideau route. To pull the three strands together, a Military Depot would be established in Oxford-on-Rideau Township as a centre for supplying discharged soldiers and immigrants alike, and to be a military and administrative hub for the entire area. This was called the Military Settlement Program and, had it been carried through as originally planned, Oxfordon-Rideau would have become a very important centre in Upper Canadian political and military life. However, it was not to be. With the decision to establish the Depot in Oxford, it became important to locate soldiers there as quickly as possible. A survey of the Township was conducted to identify the lots required and sub-divide them into 100-acre lots. Burritt’s Rapids was the first location to be considered for the Military Depot, and

The Voice of North Grenville initial reports seemed to make it a very attractive location. However, further on-site inspections showed that there were many obstacles in the river between Burritt’s Rapids and Merrickville [then called Merrick’s Mills]. To make matters worse, there was not enough land available in Oxford on which to settle the soldiers and immigrants: it had all been patented to the Loyalists, even though no-one was living on it. Eventually, the Government had to survey a new line of townships north of the Rideau River in order to have enough land to grant to the newcomers. In the meantime, many of the immigrants had already arrived and were waiting in Cornwall and Kingston, at Government expense, while the lots were laid out in the new townships. It was also the case that not enough Scots seemed interested in the scheme, and the majority of the migrants who settled in Oxford under the project were from

Ireland. These were not the stereotypical poverty-stricken paupers that would arrive in the 1840’s. Rather, they were people who could afford the large deposit that had to be paid for each man and woman who joined the project. North Grenville was transformed by the Military Settlement Program. Although it would not be the location of the Military Depot, and did not received nearly as many settlers as originally planned, the Program did lead to the construction of the Rideau Canal and that, in turn, led to the opening of North Grenville to settlement, as the Loyalists sold their unwanted lands in Oxford to newcomers. It should also be noted that some of the Military Settlement soldiers and immigrants did locate in Oxford, and some of their descendants are still here today. Names like Eager, Bolton and Tompkins date from that time, and have played a part in the history of North Grenville ever since.

we had in Kemptville in those years; Bob Patterson, Village Clerk-Town Hall on Water Street; W.B. “Baldy” George, Teacher at the Kemptville Agricultural School (KAS) and long time President of the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association; Angus Parkinson, Grocery store owner at the corner of Prescott and Water Streets. That store had a unique phone number, one (1). “Hammy” Bustard, Jewelry store owner on Prescott Street; Lorne Reddick, Manager of the Kemptville Creameries on Asa Street; Irwin Anderson, Manager of the Kemptville Egg Grading Station beside the bridge on Prescott Street; Bill Kilfoyle, Manager of the Red-Front Grocery Store on Prescott Street; “Shorty” McEwen, Bell Telephone maintenance man; Mr. Runions, Teacher at the KAS; Oscar Nickel, Principal of the Kemptville High School and my father,

James Gaw, Telegraph Operator and Station Agent at Bell for 52 years. My sister, Madelene Gaw, also in the picture, played the piano for Rotary Club meetings. Six years after this picture was taken and while I was in the Canadian Army, I met a girl and showed her where I was stationed with the Kemptville Boy Scouts on the Driveway when the King and Queen went past us in 1939. She said she was a Girl Guide in Ottawa at the time and told me where she was stationed. It was almost across from where we were. Her name was Joyce Fisher and she became my life partner for sixty seven years until her passing in 2012. Special thanks to Gordon Bond of Osgoode for providing this picture from another time. If anyone who sees this picture can identify anyone else who is still alive or otherwise, please call me at 613-258-0243.

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by Sammy Gaw This memorable picture was taken in the Kemptville Armouries on July 21, 1939. It was a Rotary Club meeting where the Kemptville Boy Scouts were being honoured for performing as a guard of honour on the Driveway for King George VI and Queen Elizabeth when they visited Ottawa. We were located about three hundred yards west of the Bank Street bridge. Other Scouts and Girl Guides from the Ottawa rea were also along the parade route. It was the first visit of a reigning monarch to Canada, Oct. 23, 2013

and also the first time a British monarch had set foot in the United States. They visited every Canadian province as well as Newfoundland which wasn’t a Canadian province at that time. The tour was an enormous event, attracting huge crowds everywhere. We were all monarchists in those days and to be standing about ten or fifteen feet from our King and Queen when they went by us in an open car was a lifetime experience. In those days, the only time we saw or heard royalty was in movie theatres when the newsreel was shown or at Christmas time when the King made a speech on

the radio. It was May 20th and the royal party was en route to downtown Ottawa where the Queen laid the cornerstone of the Supreme Court Building and the King dedicated the National War Memorial in front of 10,000 first World War veterans. This visit was obviously to shore up sympathy for Britain in anticipation of the hostilities with Nazi Germany. The Second World War started less than four months later when German troops invaded Poland on September 3, 1939. With help from other older residents of Kemptville, the following Boy Scouts and Rotarians in the

picture have been identified: Milton Tayler was our Scout leader and lived on Asa Street next to Pelton and Reynolds garage. He had us marching up and down Asa Street a few times prior to the big event in Ottawa. Boy Scouts: Bill McElroy, Hubert Bond, Hugh Logsdail, Alan Mcintosh, Stewart Holmes, Harold Swedlove, Glen VanAllen, Lyle Anderson, Roel Dewar, Graham Donoghue, Bob Stevenson, Bill Graham, Harry Sayear, Leo Stevenson, Les Anderson, my brother Don Gaw and myself. Rotarians in the picture: Dr. Beamish and Dr. Gordon, two of the three doctors

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Meet the teams

Women’s Fall Curling Classic October 31 to November 3

L-R Suzanne Birt, Shelly Bradley, Michelle McQuaid, Susan McInnis

by Jim Dolan In this article I will introduce NG Times readers to two more teams that will be competing in this year’s Royal LePage OVCA Women’s Fall Classic – United States’ Courtney George and Prince Edward Island’s Suzanne Birt. Courtney George’s United States team of third Aileen Sormunen, second Amanda McLean and lead Monica Walker is like so many good curling teams from Canada, the players come from different parts of the country. Courtney, Aileen and Amanda all come from Minnesota, but Monica is an east coast girl from Brighton, Mas-

sachusetts. In 2011 and 2012, George played third for Sormunen finishing sixth and fourth respectively at the US Women’s Curling Championships. In 2013 George and Sormunen decided to switch position. The move paid off as the team placed second at the 2013 US Championships. This good finish resulted in her team being selected to play in the US Olympic Curling Trials that will take place November 10 to 17. So, if you visit the North Grenville Curling Club during the Classic, please wish them well at the trials. George, who began curling in 1998, has a degree in behavioural science and is

rent Prince Edward Island ladies champion. Her team of third, Shelly Bradley, second, Michelle McQuaid and lead, Susan McInnis is making its first appearance at the Fall Classic. Suzanne is a two-time Canadian Junior Women’s Champion, winning the World Junior Championship in 2001. Fans of curling may remember Suzanne’s incredible run at her first Scotts Tournament of Hearts in 2003, when her last name was Gaudet. Her team went 10-1 in the round robin before losing in the playoffs. When she is off the ice, Suzanne runs her own convenience store. Shelly Bradley was born in Dalhousie, New Brunswick. She has represented PEI at the Scotties 9 times.

currently finishing her master’s degree in occupational therapy. Sormunen was a US junior champion in 2004 and 2007. In 2010 she played third for Patti Lank at the US Women’s Curling Championships, where the team finished runner up to Erika Brown. Sormunen has a degree in organizational management. Amanda McLean began curling at the age of 9. She also played on the 2004 US junior championship team that finished fourth at the World Championships. She is currently employed as a civil engineer. Monica Walker is making her fifth appearance at the Fall Classic. She began curling in 1997 and is a director of the the Broomstone Curling Club in Wayland, Massachusetts. She is currently a quality control associate with Biogen Idec, an American biotechnology company. The George team plays one of the two opening games at 9:15 am on Thursday, October 31 against a local Ottawa team skipped by Rhonda Varnes. Suzanne Birt is the cur-

Missed! - Kanata's Doug Harvey (24) missed his opportunity as Kemptville's Matt Couvrette (1) covers the net

Tuesday night saw the team arrive in Kanata to play the Stallions. Kemptville's emergency call up goal tender, Matt Couvrette, got the start. Kanata took an early lead halfway through the first. With a face off just outside the 73's blue line, the puck came back to the Stallions defence, when Erik Brown stole it. He stepped around him and went in alone on the goalie and lifted a back hand shot into the top corner to register the equalizer. Just 36 seconds into the second period, with the game tied at one, Kemptville set the tone for the rest of the game. Quinn Carroll Oct. 23, 2013

set up a two man rush when he passed to Brandon Seatter. It looked like he had the wide open shot but he dumped it off to Jesse Blais who made no mistake putting the 73's ahead 2-1. Then Brown picked up the puck in his own end and went streaking down the left wing, cut to the net and again beat the goalie with a back hand shot to the top corner. His second goal of the game was also unassisted. Later in the second, Dylan Giberson picked up the loose puck and took off down the ice. At the Kanata blue line he fed Matt Tugnutt, who headed for the net. Before he could shoot, he saw Dean Galasso coming down the middle and fed him the puck. Galasso scored his tenth of

Her first appearance was in 1994 Scotties where she skipped her team to a 7-4 record in round robin play. She would lose a tiebreaker to Newfoundland’s Laura Philips. Shelly is a two-time inductee in the Dalhousie, New Brunswick Sports Hall Of Fame for curling. Shelly is a senior admissions officer at Holland College in Charlottetown. Michelle McQuaid is the youngest member of the team. Michelle has represented PEI at three Canadian Junior women’s championships. At the 2010 junior nationals, she was awarded the Joan Mead Scholastic Award. Michelle is a recent university graduate, who volunteers at a local high school when she is not curling or working.

L-R Monica Walker, Amanda McLean, Aileen Sormunen, Courtney George

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the year and put Kemptville up 4-1. The third period still saw the same intensity as the previous two but there was no scoring. Couvrette was named first star stopping 25 of the 26 shots he faced and Brown was given the nod for second star. On Friday, the Pembroke Lumber Kings came to North Grenville. The first period was fast as the teams combined for 29 shots with Kemptville holding the edge in the play. Eleven minutes into the second, Brandon Seatter intercepted a Pembroke clearing pass and sent it to Jesse Blais behind the net. As he came around the net, Blais found Quinn Carroll on the goalie's doorstep and he pounded it in for the 1-0 lead. As the teams entered the last minute of the second, Seatter broke up a Lumber King play in his own end. He quickly found Blais who was joined on the rush by Carroll. The play turned into a two on one and Carroll notched his second of the game. Just 17 seconds later, a clearing pass hit Olivier Chabot and bounced into the back of the net. And 23 seconds later, Matt Martin regained the puck in his own end after a turnover and got it to Erik Brown at his own blue line. Chabot joined the

rush and Brown got the shot away but the goalie couldn't get a handle on the rebound and Chabot buried it for his second of the night. The Kings broke Jacob Lucier's shutout bid early in the third with a power play marker and followed that one up with a second on a lucky bounce. Pembroke, now only down 4-2, started to really take the play to Kemptville. They were able to draw within one when Pembroke pulled their goalie for the extra man with less than a minute and a half left in the game. Kemptville was able to stand up to the onslaught and grab the 4-3 win. Quinn Carroll and Olivier Chabot were named the first and second stars of the game. On Sunday, Kemptville

traveled to Pembroke to try and sweep the Kings over the weekend. Two minutes in, Olivier Chabot, assisted by Erik Brown, scored to give the 73's a 1-0 lead. That score did not hold up as the Kings scored three before the intermission. Trailing 3-1, Kemptville came out flying and scored quickly as Dean Galasso got his eleventh of the year on some nifty passing from Jonathan Cyr and Dylan Giberson. They didn't stop there. Justin Haasbeek evened the score when Quinn Wichers fed Phil Smith for Hassbeek's set up. Then Quinn Carroll put Kemptville ahead when the hard hitting of Alex Row caused one of the Kings to cough up the puck and then

Susan McInnis is not on the Birt team just because she is one of the team’s sponsors. She has played in seven Scotties. Her team was a Bronze Medalist in 2003. She has also played on six provincial mixed championship teams, winning a Silver medal at the 2001 Canadian Mixed Championships. Susan is part owner of Peake & McInnis, an Independent Insurance broker in PEI. The Birt team plays its first game at 6 pm Halloween night against Lisa Farnell from Ontario. The Royal LePage OVCA Women’s Fall Classic begins on Thursday, October 31 with five draws starting at 9:15 am. Preliminary round action continues on Friday at 8:45 am and Saturday at 9 am. Playoff Sunday begins at 9 am with the quarterfinals. The semifinals are slated for 12:30 pm, followed by the championship game at 3:30 pm. A unique feature of the North Grenville Curling Club is it is a converted hockey rink, so fans can bring a warm blanket, bundle up and not only watch games but sit in the stands and cheer for their favourite teams.

Brandon Seatter got it to Carroll for the goal. However, the Kings drew even with the 73's before the end of the second. With a 4-4 tie into the third, both teams were determined to win. Pembroke finally scored with less than three minutes left. Pembroke battled hard and were able to hang on for the 5-4 win. Upcoming games this weekend will feature a home and home series with the first place Carleton Place Canadians. On Friday night, on a spooktacular evening, all children twelve and under in a costume will be admitted free. Puck drop is at 7:30. On Sunday, both teams clash again in Carleton Place with a 3:30 start. Catch the Junior A fever! Hockey with edge!

Got It Covered! - Kemptville's Matt Martin (3) keeps an eye on Pembroke's Lucas Gonu (18) in front of Jacob Lucier (30)

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Kemptville Little League enters the Aviva Community Fund Competition The Aviva Community Fund is a votes-based competition that encourages Canadians to share ideas and vote online at AvivaCommunityFund.org for causes that are meaningful to their communities. Kemptville Little League’s submission is asking Kemptville residents to support the upgrading of baseball diamonds to accommodate the rapid growth of its program and the introduction of girls’ softball. “KDLL is one of the fastest growing Little Leagues in Ontario”, noted KDLL President Jim Wiggins. “With the introduction of girls’ softball this year, and it’s huge growth potential, we expect our Little League to double it’s size in the next few years. We have to upgrade the diamonds to meet this growth and we don’t want to burden taxpayers in Kemptville with the cost. That’s why we’ve entered this competition.” KDLL’s Vice-President, Calvin Medynski, observed that “the 2014 Little League Ontario Junior Championship is coming to Kemptville in

2014 and we need to upgrade the Junior diamond to accommodate this prestigious tournament. We want to continue to bring baseball fans from across the province to Kemptville as it greatly benefits local business.” “We are asking not only that people go to vote for Kemptville Little League but that they pass the message on to family and friends and encourage them to vote.” It takes only a few minutes to register at the Aviva Community Fund website (www. avivacommunityfund.org) and registrants can vote up to 15 times from October 21 to November 4, 2013. Kemptville District Little League is a community-based, volunteer-driven, not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing both House and Competitive level baseball and softball for young players ages 4 to 18, as well as coaching, umpiring and other volunteer opportunities for community members of all ages. In 2013 over 250 young men and women played baseball and softball in Kemptville.

Grammar Minute by Pat Babin Fun with Words

These six words were derived from stories: Gargantuan Lilliputian quixotic protean utopian pyrrhic Do you recall the stories? The following may help you. Utopian – from Utopia (Greek for “nowhere”), title of a famous story by Sir Thomas More, of a visit to an imaginary country in the New World. In this imaginary country, the many faults of More’s own country, England, had long since been corrected, and the Utopians lived full and joyous lives. Another Utopian novel in English is Samuel Butler’s Erewhon (an anagram of Nowhere). quixotic -- from Don Quixote, hero of the novel thus named, written by the Spanish author, Cervantes, to satirize the romantic follies of the Age of Chivalry. Don Quixote, fired by the deeds of derring-do performed by the knights of old, set forth, poorly armed and badly mounted on an old nag named Rosinante, to rescue imaginary damsels-in-distress from nonexistent ogres. Recall the well-known picture of Don Quixote attacking a windmill? Gargantuan -- from Gargantua, the gigantic hero of Rabelais’ novel Gargantua et Pantagruel. Gargantua’s body, his strength, and his appetite were all enormous. protean -- From Proteus, the “Old Man of the Sea,” a maritime deity of the ancient Greeks. He had the power of assuming different shapes at will. Hence, protean means changeable, inconstant, not steadfast. Lilliputian -- The Lilliputians were the pygmy inhabitants of Lilliput, who captured and bound hand and foot the “manmountain,” Gulliver of Jonathan Swift fame. Pyrrhic -- from Pyrrhus, King of Epirus, who won the Romans victories which cost him so much more than they cost his enemies. Which of the aforementioned words fits here? After working all day in the wheat fields, the threshers returned to the house and ate a _____________ meal, most of them asking for three or four helpings of the main dish.

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Students from South Branch Elementary School showed their character lastThursday by raising $9,400 during the school’s annual walkathon. Hundreds of students collected pledges starting on the Thanksgiving weekend as part of the school’s main fundraiser of the year, said Principal Karen Bryan. The school’s fundraising goal was $8,000 and since students surpassed it, the top pledge-getters in the junior and primary levels were able to “pie” Bryan and Vice Principal Dave Balfour during a ceremony on Friday. Students also gained the chance to win prizes in a raffle organized by school staff. Each participant received a white raffle ticket for every $5 raised, and a pink raffle ticket for every $25 raised. White raffle prizes ranged from basketballs to theatre tickets. Pink raffle prizes included electronics. Students who raised $100 or more will be treated in the coming weeks to a Subway lunch with administration.

Also, each class that reached its communal goal will enjoy a pizza party. Bryan said she was overwhelmed by the success of the walkathon. “The generosity of people in our community is overwhelming,” said Bryan. “They really understand and support our goal of raising money so our students can enjoy the extras that make the school experience special.” Proceeds will be used to support extracurricular activities such as the school’s music and arts programs. In past, proceeds from the walk have helped to subsidize special activities such as the Luv2Groove dance program, and the Jungle Sport mobile climbing gym. The walkathon also served to help improve the physical fitness of South Branch students, many of whom used the event to help train for the cross country running team.

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The Irish are coming! by David Shanahan Canada has been very much in the news in Ireland over the past week. Each news item was interesting in itself, but, taken together, it is apparent that there is an important story developing which will have a significant impact on both countries. The Irish have always played an important role in Canadian society, and, historically, the Irish have done more than possibly any other ethnic group to forge and shape the Canada we know today. But the links are not only historical, as a glance at just one week of news items in Dublin shows. The week began with images of Prime Minister Stephen Harper suddenly appearing on Irish news programs. The story was that a free trade agreement had finally been completed between Canada and the European Union, something that Harper had been aiming at for some months. The agreement had a number of elements which have caused some qualms in Ireland. It was especially of concern to Irish family farmers, who worry about imports of Canadian beef and pork. One major issue is the relative lack of regulation on Canadian food producers, particularly the use of hormones, etc. by Canadian farmers. Fear of job losses in the farming sector were, however, more than compensated for in other sectors. The next news item reported that Canadian mega-company Bombardier had chosen Belfast as the site to build the wings for their new aircraft, bringing hundreds of jobs to Northern Ireland. Irish companies have also invaded the Ca-

nadian commercial sector with some success. An Irish aviation services company has secured a major contract to carry out installation and maintenance work for Canada’s second-largest airline, WestJet. Eirtech engineers will install and maintain cabin pressurisation systems on WestJet’s Boeing 737 fleet. The Irish have even infiltrated that most Canadian (and non-Irish) of activities: the ski industry. Imagine how incongruous and unexpected this would seem: Irish ski instructors in Jasper National Parks. Yet there it was in the Irish newspapers: Irish people becoming qualified as ski instructors in the Rockies. Perhaps they are expected to make Irish tourists feel more welcome, because there is a definite increase in the number of Irish people taking holidays in the Canadian Rockies. This is not a cheap vacation: the trip advertised in the Irish newspapers, including train, five nights hotel accommodation, and a helicopter trip to six glaciers, costs €2,192 per person. This does not include air fare between Dublin and Canada. Over the past couple of years, following the demise of the Celtic Tiger - the name given to the incredibly successful Irish economy before the 2008 crash - the Governments of Alberta and Saskatchewan held major job fairs in Dublin, bringing hundreds of tradespeople to the Canadian West to fill the need for skilled workers. But these official government initiatives to attract Irish workers to Canada are now being taken to a whole new level, and the Irish Government has begun to play a major role. The following story appeared

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in a major Irish Sunday newspaper last weekend. The previous week, the Irish Government presented a Budget that cut in half the amount paid to the unemployed who are aged under 26. This cut, to what is called the Jobseeker Allowance, was widely condemned as an encouragement to Irish emigration among the young. Hundreds of skilled Irish tradesmen and women will emigrate to Canada before Christmas as the budget cuts to the job-seekers’ allowance hit home. Building firms in Western Canada are looking for 700 plumbers, carpenters, pipe-fitters, welders and millwrights from Ireland to fill vacancies. The move comes after it was revealed in the Dail on Budget Day that the Department of Social Protection has taken the extraordinary step of sending out Canadian job adverts to those on the dole. It seems the Irish Government is now acting as a recruiting agent for Canadian companies looking for skilled workers. A letter sent out to a social welfare claimant refers to a vacancy for a skilled glazier in Canada. If the claimant was interested in emigration, he was advised to send in his CV to an official at the department who would then forward it on to the Canadian employer. The letter carried details of more than 100 jobs with various companies in British Columbia, including positions for cabinet makers, fence builders, carpenters and shutterers. Construction firms in British Columbia are crying out for 700 Irish tradespeople. All jobs come with Permanent Residency qualification, rather than just a Temporary Foreign Worker’s permits and the Canadian authorities are anxious to attract young families. It is couples, rather

than single people, who are turning their back on Ireland and moving to the other side of the Atlantic in the hundreds. In 2013, it is estimated that one Irish person emigrated every six minutes. Canada is a favoured destination. The move is being driven by Canada’s ageing population with 38,000 British Columbians due to retire in the next five years. An Irish-born entrepreneur has a company

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