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by Lee Brien If, to a group of 9 and 10 year olds, competing in an international hockey tournament is like eating an ice cream sundae, the Kemptville Panthers Atom B1 Team were able to put a sterling silver cherry on top. For only the fourth time since 1976, a Kemptville minor hockey team walked away from the International Silver Stick Tournament as champions. The Kemptville Atom B1 Panthers team qualiﬁed their way into this tournament by outscoring their opponents with an impressive 49 to 5 margin, and ﬁnishing with a 5-0 record at the qualifying tournament that was held in early December in Haliburton, Ontario. Kemptville was tested

in their ﬁrst game against a strong Boulder (Colorado) Bisons team. Though Boulder played a heavy game, Kemptville dominated the play, possessing the puck for most of the match. The Panthers were unable to convert on scoring chances until Blake O’Brien buried a cross crease pass from Brady Nichol late in the second period. Boulder, unfazed, came right back to tie the game on a rare rebound from Kole Wollenschlager, who was rock solid for the Panthers in the 1-1 draw. The Panthers were matched against the Lambton Shores Predators (Southwestern Ontario) in their second contest. Kemptville got oﬀ to a quick start, and Will Traynor was perfect in net as they beat the Predators 3-0. After

the game, Panthers Assistant Coach Kurt Repple said, ‘We played a complete game and I don’t think we lost a race to the puck all game. It was a great eﬀort from the whole team’. Kemptville wrapped up round robin play against the Barrie Blue Thunder. Barrie was undefeated in league and tournament play coming into the Silver Stick tournament, and it didn’t take long for the Panthers to ﬁnd out why. Barrie took advantage of a slow Kemptville start and set the tone for a fast paced game. Kole Wollenschlager was called on early and often to defend the Kemptville cage. Barrie opened the scoring early in the second frame before Karson Amaro woke the Panthers bench up with

a well-placed point shot that found the back of the net. Barrie and Kemptville traded chances and goals and in the dying moments of what looked to be a 2-2 tie in the making, Lucas Booth got his stick on a loose puck in front and buried the game winner. The Panthers held on to hand the Barrie Blue Thunder their first loss of the season, 3-2. Kemptville would finish 2nd in Pool A, and that drew the Dresden Jr Kings (Southwestern Ontario) in a Quarterfinal match up. Assistant Coach Brad Compton offered ‘We have played some good hockey so far. Our defence has been tested but have been solid and our forwards are moving the puck and seeing the ice well, so, we think the continued on page 2

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Silver is the new gold continued from front page scoring will come.’ The Panthers scored early and scored often in a 9-2 quarterfinal dismantling of the Jr Kings. The Blue Thunder had not forgotten their meeting with Kemptville from the day before, and they came out ﬂying. Both teams held each other in check until Josh Repple broke in on a partial breakaway and made no mistake, giving Kemptville a 1-0 lead half way through the 2nd period. Kemptville added another goal to open a 2-0 lead, but Barrie ﬁnally managed to squeak one into the Kemptville net on a 6-on4 power play in the dying seconds. It would be too little too late, as the Panthers secured a 2-1 victory to hand Barrie its second loss in 36 hours and secure a spot in the January 30, 2019

Championship game versus the San Jose Jr Sharks (San Jose, California). In the championship final, the Sharks and Panthers faced off and, although Kemptville carried most of the play, the San Jose net minder was up to the task and kept the score tied 0-0 after the first period of play. The Panthers were unrelenting, and this effort finally paid off when Brady Nichol broke in past the defence and backhanded a puck over the sprawling San Jose goaltender. Once Kemptville opened the scoring, they didn’t stop, routing the Jr Sharks 11-2. After the final buzzer sounded, Jr Sharks Head Coach Greg Angus, made a point of coming over to shake the hands of the Kemptville

Bench Staff. When asked about it he said ‘I simply can’t believe how disciplined our opponents were today. Here we are, on day four of a tough four day tournament, this (Kemptville) team was far and away the most aggressive and focused team we have faced all year.’ Head Coach Rob Kennedy beamed as he summed up the tournament. ‘We made some decisions to get us here and we brought our best team to this tournament. The International Silver Stick is one of the toughest minor hockey tournaments to win and I can’t express how proud I am of this group. They played hard, learned and grew as a team to earn this title.’ 2

Since 2012, the Eastern Ontario Prostate Cancer Awareness Committee has hosted Dare to Flash A ‘Stache (DTFAS) and other events to raise awareness and funds. And they did it again this year! On January 21, the committed team wrapped up their November event and presented a cheque for $5,864.50 to the Winchester District Memorial Hospital Foundation, representing half of the funds raised. The other half was donated to The Ottawa Hospital. At WDMH, funds raised help to support the role of the Cancer Care Navigator at WDMH. She provides support and education to cancer patients and their families – helping them navigate their care and connect with local community resources. The service is available to all can-

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Clark and Ford bow to pressure over Bill 66 by David Shanahan A controversial part of the Ontario Government’s Bill 66, which was part of the “Open for Business” policy of the Ford government, has been abandoned and will not be part of the ﬁnal Act. Following the introduction of the Bill, opposition to Schedule 10 of the proposed legislation caused deep concern among opposition parties, environmentalists and many citizens. The Schedule would have potentially opened up development in Greenbelt areas in the province, and eased restrictions on regulations governing public water supplies. Under the portion of the proposed law, municipalities would have been able to pass a by-law to request provincial approval to override certain regulations governing both the Planning Act and the Clean Water Act. In letters to the Editor in the NG Times recently, these concerns were expressed by Phil Mosher, a former Planning Department employee with the Municipality of North Grenville, and local resident, Colin Creasey. Phil pointed out that the proposed legislation “would allow a local council to approve a development without the required public consultation process. In addition, a council could also bypass the

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Provincial Policy Statements for which all development in Ontario is required to adhere. Regarding the Clean Water Act, it appears these by-laws would potentially allow for a municipal council to not have regard for source water protection”. Colin warned of the potential dangers that relaxing regulations under the Clean Water Act could have. “The last time that a Conservative government relaxed the regulations on water quality just to save money, it resulted in costing seven people in Walkerton their lives. Based on the foregoing, I have absolutely no confidence in that this government will be nothing more than a rubber stamp for those municipal politicians who can be “persuaded” by, or are friends of, the development industry.” These concerns have now been allayed by the announcement by Steve Clark, the Minister of Municipal Aﬀairs and Housing, and our local M.P.P., that this section of Bill 66 is being abandoned by the government. In a Tweet, and using the oﬃcial self-description of the Ford government, he stated that “our Government for the People has listened to the concerns raised by MPPs, municipalities and stakeholders with regards to Schedule 10 of Bill 66 and when the legislature returns in

an Federation of Independent Business (CFIB), which gave Ontario an A- in its 2019 Red Tape Report Card. The high grade was to acknowledge the Ontario government’s push to reduce the amount of red tape and bureaucracy encountered by businesses in the province. Steve Clark had a much more positive comment on this announcement than he had on the Bill 66 turnaround: “Receiving this grade shows that our government is on the right track to bring prosperity back to every region of Ontario by making this a place where businesses want to invest and grow. That’s great news for job creators in Leeds and Grenville and people who are looking for a good-paying job.”

February, we will not proceed with Schedule 10 of the Bill.” The decision was welcomed by the leader of the Green Party, Mike Schreiner, who said that the government was forced to back down because of public opposition to its plan. "People were clear during the election," he said. "And they have been clear since Bill 66 was introduced: the people of Ontario want to protect the Greenbelt and clean water." A spokesperson for the NDP, climate change critic Peter Tabuns, credited concerned people and groups, including municipalities, environmental advocates, agricultural organizations”, as well as his own Party, for bringing about this change of direction by the Ford government. The reversal on Bill 66 may take the shine off the recognition received by the government from the Canadi-

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by Tricia Habberjam Part 1 The year is 1874. Alexander Mackenzie is Prime Minister of Canada, and a new crushed limestone building is completed at 15 Water Street in Kemptville, beginning its life as a Fire Station, Municipal Oﬃces and Town Hall. As time moved on, this

building was to house a hydro oﬃce, shelter school children when their school was destroyed by ﬁre, and help the police keep law and order by the use of its, still in place, prison cell. Today, although 15 Water Street no longer looks as grand as it once did, it is in use as a satellite Provincial Court House (lease in

here are some other reasons for the designation: original windows; the two front doors, and each corner has cut stone quoins or blocks, used for ornamental or strengthening reasons. In addition, it is a two story high building with a rectangular plan and a hip roof. It is true that not all these attributes are visible today. The stonework has been parged over, probably because the two large doors (seen in first photograph) were removed after it ceased

place until 2021), as well as housing the North Grenville Historical Society Archives, and hosting their monthly meetings. It would seem, then, that 15 Water St. has more than earned its designation under part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. But, just in case you aren’t convinced,

to be a firestation, and were replaced by windows and a different type of brick or stone work. Thus, the parging makes it look the same, but detracts from its esthetic and historical value and is not covered by the heritage designation. The hip roof has the original eaves, hidden by modern material not covered by the heritage designation. Inside, it has in place original wainscotting on the second floor. All of these reasons make it significant to the community, as well as its central location in the heart of Downtown Kemptvile. It is heartbreaking, therefore, to realise that this building is in such a bad state of repair. At the present time, the heating system is not working and the upstairs, where the Historical Society Archives are housed, is kept just above freezing, making it very uncomfortable to work there. The estimate for heating repair costs will be presented to council during the budget process in February. However, the future of this building needs to be addressed and determined before it falls into worse disrepair. In 2016, a Community Consultation Report was commissioned by the Director of Parks Recreation and Culture. It was carried out by Letourneau Heritage Consulting and is available for

viewing at www.northgrenville.ca, under Planning and Development Heritage. This report covered both 15 Water Street and the former Oxfordon-Rideau Township Hall, located at 100 Maplewood Avenue in Oxford Mills (this building will be looked at in a future article). The report was requested so that the Municipality could receive input from the public about the future options for these properties. It makes distressing reading, especially when we remember that it was presented in September 2016, two and a half years ago, and it appears to have been buried in the detritus that was the last council’s Heritage legacy. Public input, at the time of the Report, was in favour of retaining these buildings, but even if this is no longer the case, you are still urged to come forward and help in any way you are able to preserve these properties. Both are in urgent need of upgrades, are owned by the Municipality, and are listed buildings. It seems the way forward, at least for 15 Water St., is for the present Council to organise a group of interested locals who can pursue these options in the hope that the future of 15 Water Street will continue on to 2074. Next: Part 2, The Township Hall in Oxford Mills.

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to increase physical activity for all ages, remove financial barriers to participation and, with the availability of helmets in all sizes, to reinforce the importance of safety and preventing head injuries while on the ice. “I am delighted by the ongoing generosity of the North Grenville community and our local business leaders”, remarked Mayor Nancy Peckford. “Canadian Tire Kemptville demonstrates a strong commitment to making a healthy and active lifestyle affordable for all ages. On behalf of North Grenville Council and residents, I extend sincere appreciation to Mr. Hoffman for this support.” Available during public skating hours and school visits, the lending program functions like a library, with all equipment being signed in and out and cleaned by Municipal staff, with regular inspections and sharpening. Valid photo identification is the only thing required to borrow the equipment. The Municipal Centre also lends skate aids during family skating and school visits, for those who are learning to stand on two skates.

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Hello Goodbye by David Shanahan Well, that must be a record. After campaigning all summer, getting elected in October, sworn in as a Councillor on December 2, attending just two regular Council meetings and two of the Committee of the Whole, Craig McCormick has resigned his seat on Council. There is, of course, speculation about why he resigned, and the oﬃcial notiﬁcation simply states that it was for “personal reasons”. There has not, as yet, been any response to requests for further details from the exCouncillor, but it is known that his relationship with his fellow members of Council have been strained, to say the least, almost from the time they were sworn in. His very public, and unprecedented, complaints about not being appointed to the Police Services Board indicated a

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very angry attitude to his colleagues, in spite of the fact that there were legal reasons why he could not have that position. His supporters must be quite disappointed that their votes have been wasted so early in the mandate of this Council, and they no doubt hope that there is no other crisis or issue behind his resignation than what seems to be the case. It is unfortunate that this new Council is dealing with a situation where transparency is lacking. Deputy Mayor McManaman added comments to the official press release announcing the resignation, expressing Council’s appreciation for the “considerable efforts that Mr. McCormick made to fulfill his responsibilities”. Quite what those efforts might be, given that most of his time in office was spent during the Christmas and New Year break, is hard to know, and it is unlikely that

the remarks were more than the usual polite words used in such circumstances. The new Council’s honeymoon is now definitely over, and we wish the new Councillor, Kristin Strackerjan, every good wish in taking over the position left vacant so suddenly. Given the desire of her new fellows to work as a team, etc., she may have a great deal of support in ﬁnding her feet. The rest of Council may be, themselves, just now getting used to their responsibilities and are getting ready to establish the new Committees of Council for the next four years. Mayor Peckford has already met with Ontario Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport “to discuss strategic investments & policy changes in regards to promoting tourism in rural & eastern Ontario”, and will be busy stickhandling her way around the expectations that were raised during the election about an

indoor swimming pool in the municipality. Council have to deal with many more pressing issues than that, however, including the provision of adequate water supplies in a growing population in Kemptville, the future use of the Court House on Water Street, and what to do with that and other heritage buildings owned by the Municipality (see Tricia Habberjam’s article in this issue). By the time you read this, Council will have returned from the ROMA Conference in Toronto. ROMA, the Rural Ontario Municipal Association, where they will have heard speeches from Doug Ford and Steve Clark. No doubt this will inspire and motivate them on their return to work. But there are other presentations at ROMA that may prove more productive even than those. These are dealt with in an article elsewhere in this issue.

But Craig McCormick’s sudden resignation will have come as a wake-up call to Council: the next four years will require careful handling. Even a brief glance at social media sites will show that there are people in our community who are not at all enamoured by the new team, and others who expect this neophyte group to go on a spending spree, or to follow policies that will be disastrous for North Grenville. A typical gloomy comment on Craig McCormick’s resignation stated bluntly: “What a shame we lose an honest member of council”. What does that say about the poster’s view of the remaining members? The atmosphere which seems to exist in this social media age really demands far more transparency than ever before when it comes to governments at all levels, and how they communicate with the public. This Council has

committed itself to a greater transparency, more extensive consultation and involvement with the residents, and a greater role in the development of policy options by the public, so that Council may make informed decisions on our shared future based on a more complete understanding of the wishes and vision of the people of North Grenville. I know I can be somewhat sceptical of political promises and approaches, but I believe we need to put aside cynicism (but not a watchful eye) and give Council and the people of North Grenville a chance to make things work as we would want them to. Change is diﬃcult, and it demands that everyone commits to it and be willing to spend time and effort to be involved, actively or passively, to bring about that change. The decks have been cleared, and the way ahead is open.

seat-belts-mandatory-onhighway-buses.html. …all highway buses built on September 1, 2020 or later will require seat belts. Small buses (under 4,536 kg), with the exception of school buses, already have lap and shoulder belts. Overall, buses are a safe means of transportation; however, seat belts can improve safety even further by helping prevent passengers from being ejected during a collision or rollover. Some operators have already begun introducing new highway buses equipped with seat belts. www.gazette.gc.ca/rp-pr/ p2/2018/2018-07-11/html/ sor-dors143-2-eng.html. The NHTSA Final Rule excludes non over-theroad buses under 11 793 kg GVWR, as 88% of the U.S. bus fatalities resulted from

collisions involving large intercity buses above this weight threshold. Therefore, in the United States, many medium-sized buses between 4 536 kg and 11 793 kg will not be required to have seat belts. (This is in contrast to Transport Canada who will soon make them mandatory on newly built medium and large highway buses.) School bus travel continues to be the safest means for transporting children to and from school. From 1999 to 2008, only an estimated 1% of all school-age child fatalities that occurred during normal school transportation were in school buses. The majority of child fatalities, 67%, occurred in light duty personal vehicle accidents. Statistics also show that children are over 16 times more likely to be killed walking to school when compared to taking a school bus.

In the summer of 2011, the United States published a report on the implications of mandating the installation of seat belts on large school buses. School bus procurement budgets are limited and it was found that the increased cost of the mandatory installation of seat belts would result in fewer school bus purchases. This would lead to fewer children being transported in school buses, placing school children at greater risk of injury and fatality from the use of other modes of transportation. ipolitics.ca/2018/10/15/ transport-canada-to-reviewschool-bus-seatbelts. Transport Minister Marc Garneau is ordering his department to take a fresh look at the data on school-bus safety and seatbelts. Garneau says if seatbelts are properly used and installed on buses, they can provide an additional layer of safety for riders, but he also notes that current seat designs provide good safety in the event of an accident. The government did introduce new guidelines in late June to regulate their use by bus operators who choose to install them. Those new technical requirements say restraints

must not compromise existing safety features of the compartmentalized seats speciﬁcally designed to protect schoolchildren in the event of a crash. A 2010 Transport Canada study found seatbelts could help prevent injuries

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Kristin Strackerjan, a candidate in the 2018 North Grenville Municipal election, has accepted an appointment to the role of Councillor following the resignation of Councillor Craig McCormick. Mr. McCormick submitted his resignation to the Clerk effective January 22, 2019 citing personal reasons for leaving the position. “We look forward, as a Council, to working with Ms. Strackerjan in her new capacity. Ms. Strackerjan ran a vigorous campaign and came a close fifth in the election for Municipal Councillor”, stated Mayor Nancy Peckford. Deputy Mayor Jim McManaman added, “We appreciate the considerable efforts that Mr. McCormick made to fulfill his responsibilities and wish him all the best in future endeavours”. The appointment is in accordance with By-Law 51-16: if a vacancy on Council for the position of Councillor occurs within six months of a Municipal election, Council shall fill the vacancy by appointing the person who would have been elected next, based on the number of votes, as long as they received at least 40% of the votes cast and have consented to accept the office. “I am pleased to accept the position of Councillor and am enthusiastic about serving all the residents of North Grenville in this new capacity”, said Kirsten Strackerjan. Council will officially swear in Ms. Strackerjan at the February 5 Special Council meeting. Mailing Address P.O. Box 1854 Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0

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by Deron Johnston The Committee of the Whole meeting that took place on Monday January 21, had robust discussions, an extensive public meeting, and a presentation from the Rideau Valley Conservation Association (RVCA) on drinking water source protection, as well as a number of other agenda items. Mayor Peckford noted that Councillor Craig McCormick was absent due to urgent family matters (more on that matter elsewhere in this edition). The public meeting dealt with a zoning by-law amendment application, ZBA 18-18 (Beach Road). The owners of an unaddressed vacant property had requested that the zoning of the property be changed to allow new commercial uses to be added to the existing activities on the property. Currently, according to North Grenville’s Official Plan, any new structures must be built 300 metres from a licenced pit. This is to allow for the possible expansion or continued use of this type of resource extraction. The application asked to have this distance shortened. Yann Bossel, the owner of the licenced pit, and a dairy farmer, spoke against the application because of his concerns about how these activities could affect the future use of his property. It was a thorough discussion, which involved several municipal staff, including North Grenville Planner Jordan Jackson, who presented the Planning Department’s recommendation to approve the application. The meeting lasted a

full hour before the vote took place, which resulted in three votes for and one against. The recommendation to approve the application will need to be voted on again at the next Council Meeting. One item that emerged at the meeting came from an impromptu discussion during the section of the meeting assigned to Parks Recreation and Culture, about the potential for a sledding hill in North Grenville, brought forward by Mayor Peckford. She noted that a sledding hill was discussed during the campaign and it remains a matter of signiﬁcant interest in the community. She added that it is an item that Municipal Council is interested in pursuing. There was one site considered by the previous Council, which was the former Kemptville landfill site. At the time, it appeared that the primary reason for the site not to be considered was municipal liability. Based on the level of discussion at the meeting and the number of questions from the Mayor, this looks to be an item sure to be discussed again in the near future. Another important part of the meeting revolved around the municipal budget consultation process. The ﬁrst public consultation on the budget was proposed for Monday, February 4, which would include presentations from the Treasurer and CAO about the fundamentals of a municipal budget and how residents and organizations can go about making budget requests to Council. It was decided that this meeting be held at 2 pm

cil that the ﬁrst installment of the cannabis funding from the provincial government had been received ahead of the January 22 deadline, and amounted to $8,832. This was based on the number of households (6,927) in North Grenville according to the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation. The CAO added that, because North Grenville opted in to allow retail cannabis stores, we can expect that the second installment will be the same amount. This is more than the minimum of $5,000 that was promised to all municipalities by the provincial government. Mayor Peckford outlined a special meeting that she was able to arrange with the cooperation of Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister and local MPP Steve Clark, involving a policy advisor in the Provincial Infrastructure Minister, Monte McNaughton’s, office. The meeting was in preparation for the upcoming Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) Conference where municipalities get to sit down with ministers to discuss their funding priorities and where members of Council will have opportunities for learning and networking. The meeting focused on exploring the landscape for potential funding for the expansion of County Road 43, which is a clear priority of the mayor. Mayor Peckford, County Warden Sayeau, and key municipal staﬀ will have an exclusive meeting with Minister McNaughton specifically to discuss County Road 43 funding at the conference.

at the North Grenville Municipal Centre. On Thursday, February 7, there will be another public budget consultation, with Maplewood Hall in Oxford Mills being a possible location. It was suggested that this meeting be held at 7 pm to allow those who work outside North Grenville enough time to return home, have dinner, and then go to the meeting. Wednesday, February 13, will be the opportunity for residents and organizations to make requests to Council to have items considered for the budget. On Wednesday, February 20, there will be a meeting where Council can provide direction to municipal staff about the budget. The operating budget will be presented at a meeting on Wednesday, February 27, and the capital budget will be presented a week later on Wednesday, March 6. These budgets will be based on both public input and Council direction. The final review of the budget will take place at the Committee of the Whole Meeting on Tuesday, March 12, with the final vote on budget approval potentially taking place at the Council Meeting of Tuesday, March 19. The public is encouraged to speak with the Council member who is the liaison for the department to which they’ll be making their budget request. The idea, which was implemented for last year’s budget, is to have the relevant Council liaison be a champion for these budget requests, and be able to speak in support of them. The CAO advised Coun-

New meditation group in Kemptville by Hilary Thomson A new group in Kemptville is focused on helping guide people through the practice of meditation. The Kemptville Mindfulness Club is the brainchild of Justin Ralph, a local performer who has been practicing meditation on and off for about 12 years. “It’s become a bit of a hobby,” Justin says, explaining that his practice has evolved to meditating for two twenty-minute sessions a day and working with a meditation coach from Hawaii. Justin has been traveling in and out of Ottawa to mindfulness groups and has found something very powerful about meditating alongside other people. After doing a bit of research, he realized there weren’t any mindfulness groups in Kemptville January 30, 2019

or the surrounding area, and thought it would be beneﬁcial to start one. The idea behind meditation is not to completely clear the mind, but to nonjudgementally notice what is coming up for you and to bring yourself back to the present moment throughout the practice. “It’s all about noticing the thoughts and sensations that come up,” Justin says. “The human mind isn’t built not to think.” Justin acknowledges that meditation has a bit of a PR problem. There is something very intimidating and foreign for many people about sitting silently in a room with your own thoughts. However, studies have shown that meditation can have some great beneﬁts for your overall well-being. “It’s like doing push ups for your brain,”

followed by some time to debrief and talk about anything that is on participants’ minds. Justin will lead it at ﬁrst, but his goal is for it to become a community-led group. “I want to democratize meditation,” he says. “You don’t need to be an expert.” He hopes that the Kemptville Mindfulness Club will be a safe space for people to come to centre themselves and talk about what is going on in their lives. “We don’t tend to connect a lot to people in person,” he says. “[It’s about] having that sense of community.” The ﬁrst meeting of the Club will be on Sunday, February 24, at 7:30pm. For more information, you can find them on Facebook, or visit the website www.kemptvillemindfulnessclub.com.

Justin says. According to Psychology Today, the benefits of meditation are numerous. It has been proven to boost physical health, happiness, social life, self control, brain function, productivity and emotional stability. Justin says he has definitely felt the benefit of meditation in his anxiety levels, social interactions, and his reactivity towards life’s stressors. “Nothing goes away, but I don’t react as much to emotions, thoughts or difficulties,” he says. “It’s a great tool to have in your toolbox.” The group will be hosted by Compassionate Support of Stressful Times founder, Shulamit Ber Levtov, in her new space on County Road 43. During the group, participants will be led through a 20-minute guided meditation,

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UPDATE UPDATE UPCOMING MEETINGS **NOTE: The schedule for meetings has been changed. Beginning in February, meetings will be held on Tuesdays with Committee of the Whole being held the first and second Tuesday of the month and Council being held on the third Tuesday of the month. SPECIAL COUNCIL Tuesday, February 5 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Tuesday, February 5 immediately following adjournment of the Special Council meeting in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre. **NOTE: Council & Committee of the Whole meetings are live streamed and archived on the Municipal website. Agendas for upcoming meetings are published on the Friday prior to the meeting and minutes are posted after they are approved. Visit www.northgrenville.ca and click on Agendas & Minutes in the Govern tab.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Senior Planner

The Municipality of North Grenville is accepting resumes from interested and qualified candidates for the position of Senior Planner. The closing date to receive applications is 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 13, 2019. Details are available at www. northgrenville.ca/careers.

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Mayor’s Task Force on Affordable Housing

The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking applications from individuals interested in being appointed to the Mayor’s Task Force on Affordable Housing. Applications are being accepted until 5:00 p.m. on February 5, 2019 via housing@northgrenville. on.ca. Application forms and more information on the Task Force’s mandate are available from www.northgrenville.ca/careers.

WINTER PARKING RESTRICTIONS

Winter parking restrictions come into effect on November 15 and last through April 15. While restrictions are in effect, parking on Municipal roads is not allowed between 11:00 pm and 8:00 am. A vehicle which is parked in a manner interfering with snow clearing or removal operations may be issued a ticket and/or removed at the owner’s expense.

2019 BURN PERMITS AVAILABLE ONLINE

In accordance with By-Law 33-12, a Burn Permit is required to conduct open burning on property located outside of the urban area. The entire application and renewal process is available online at www.northgrenville.ca. The online process also allows you to receive direct notification of special conditions such as fire bans and fire risk level. Burn permits are also still available at the Municipal Office or at the Fire Hall at 259 County Rd. 44 and the fee is $15. Please check conditions prior to burning by calling 613-706-1770.

2019 DOG TAGS AVAILABLE ONLINE

All dogs in North Grenville require an annual dog license. If purchased before March 31st, the license is $15 and if purchased after March 31st, the cost is $30. The license can now be purchased or renewed and paid for online by visiting the Municipal website at www.northgrenville.ca and clicking on Online Services. Dog tags are also still available at the Municipal Office. For more information on dog or kennel licenses, please contact By-Law Services.

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Steve Clark, M.P.P. gets real -- virtually! ticeship jobs and bringing quality jobs back to Ontario by cutting red tape. The province is taking the ﬁrst steps to modernize and transform Ontario's skilled trades and apprenticeship system.”(news.ontario.ca/ maesd/en/2018/10/openfor-business-modernizingontarios-apprenticeshipsystem.html) Mr. Clark added, “I want to thank Sue and her team for the tour and the update on the great work the Employment and Education Centre is doing to support local employers and job seekers in our community. I’m proud that we have leading-edge tools like the virtual reality simulator available locally to help connect people with an exciting and rewarding career in the skilled trades.” According to Susan Watts, Executive Director of EEC: “as the demand for skilled workers increases, so does the need to provide practical, comprehensive skills-based training for job seekers. CareerLabsVR – provides a unique solution towards connecting the right worker with the right job, thus reducing recruitment, training and certiﬁcation time and expense while enabling the prospective candidate to gain an enhanced and realistic understanding to the career and what it entails.” CareerLabsVR will be showcased at the upcoming Cannexus Conference on January 28-30 in Ottawa. (www.cannexus.ca) For more information about the CareerLabsVR experience please visit www.oneboxvr. com/careerlabsvr.

Sue Watts, Executive Director of EEC, MPP Steve Clark and Harrison Olajos CEO of UP360, celebrate the innovation and launch of the Employment + Education Centre’s CareerLabs. [Photo by Employment + Education Centre] The Employment + Education Centre (www.eecentre.com) was thrilled to host Steve Clark, M.P.P. for Leeds- GrenvilleThousand Islands and Rideau Lakes, for a personal demonstration of the CareerLabsVR software program, an inter-

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Employment + Education Centre (EEC), a charitable organization founded in 1986, is to empower our clients with the employment and life skills to enhance their quality of life through the delivery of excellent services. The EEC supports the direction of the Ontario government to ensure that Ontario is Open for Business by ensuring that Ontarians are well prepared for the challenges and opportunities of employment both now and in the future. “Ontario's Government for the People is helping employers and workers to better ﬁll the demand for skilled trades and appren-

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Ontario enters new agreements with Health Canada Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Long-Term Care, announced the signing of two bilateral agreements with Health Canada that will provide Ontario with funding to support a comprehensive and connected mental health care system. The funding will also help address critical gaps and create a more integrated home and community care sector so patients are supported throughout their care. "The signing of these two bilateral agreements is an important milestone in ensuring Ontario's health care system has long-term stable funding," said the Minister. "Our government is going to invest responsibly and work with front line staff and organizations to ensure that patients don't need to be in crisis to get the mental health and addictions treatments they need, when they need it. Our government is committed to putting the patient at the centre of a sustainable health care system built for the future." Over the next 10 years, Health Canada will provide the province with $4.3 billion for mental health and addictions and home and community care. In addition, this year Ontario will receive $51.1 million to improve access to addictions and treatment services. The Ontario government is committed to investing $3.8 billion over the next 10 years to develop and implement a comprehensive and connected mental health and addictions strategy. "Our government will ensure each dollar goes directly to services that will make a significant difference to patients," said Minister Elliott. "We will continue to make mental health and addictions a priority and work toward creating an Ontario where everyone is fully supported in their health care journey." The Shared Health Priorities Agreement will provide Ontario with $2.3 billion for home and community care and $1.9 billion for mental health and addictions over the next 10 years. The Opioids Agreement will provide Ontario with $51.1 million this year. the north grenville

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Winter Car Care

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We’re smack dab in the middle of winter now, and your car has already weathered some foul conditions with more to come. Ensure your car continues to be dependable throughout the rest of the long winter season by performing some of these maintenance tasks to make sure you stay safe on the roads. • Alignment. When your car is out of alignment, it’s harder to control. It also won’t use fuel as efficiently as it could. The first of the year is a great time to get your alignment checked. • Battery. Being stuck out in the cold with a dead battery is no joke. Have your battery tested by your trusted mechanic to make sure that it’s holding a charge so you don’t face any nasty surprises. • Brakes. Like other vehicle systems, the conditions of winter can be tough on your brakes, especially when you’re frequently trying to stop on snow and ice. Have them inspected to keep yourself as safe as possible. • Coolant levels. All your fluid levels are important no matter the season but especially the coolant in the winter. Have your entire coolant system checked, including radiator, hoses, and belts. • Tires. Your tires are unsafe for winter’s driving conditions if the pressure isn’t right. Make sure your car is easier to handle and more fuel efficient by regularly checking the pressure.

• Wiper blades. Your windshield wiper blades are crucial for keeping snow and other moisture clear so that you can see well enough at all times. • Lighting. The days are shorter, so you’ll be driving after dark more often. Have all your exterior lights inspected and replaced, if necessary. Throughout the winter, it’s also important that you keep snow cleared off your vehicle to make sure your lights aren’t covered. Winter driving can be tough on your car, but the most important thing is that you and your passengers stay safe. Keeping your vehicle maintained throughout the winter will ensure it’s running at its optimum levels and you can be confident you’re taking the most important precautions.

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Long commute? Your car needs extra care (NC) With more drivers on the road driving older vehicles, your engine may need extra care. According to an annual survey from DesRosiers Automotive consultants, the average age for Canadian vehicles is almost 13 years old, yet many of us don't realize that as our vehicle gets older, it might require different products to protect the engine properly. If you've noticed that your odometer shows a lot of kilometres, use the tips below to help make sure your car is still driving in tip-top shape: • When your car has surpassed 120,000 km, consider making the switch to Quaker State High Mileage motor oil. It helps reduce wear and helps keeps seals pliable with active seal conditioning agents that prevent leaks and oil loss. • Is your car making some unfamiliar noises? Dashboard flashing colorful lights? Not performing like it used to? It might be time to check under the hood. Oil lubricates your engine, and without it the engine parts will begin to rub and grind, creating unpleasant noises and reducing vehicle performance. To help maintain a well-lubricated car engine, make sure you are up to date on your vehicle's recommended oil changes and pay attention to the signs your car gives you. • Old cars just need a little more love. If 120,000 km was a number on your odometer a while ago, you are no stranger to the phrase “high-mileage.” Older cars tend to use up more oil than their newer counterparts, and the engine could need more of it to ensure your car is running smoothly. A simple way to check if you need to top up on motor oil is by inspecting the oil fluid level of your engine by using the engine oil dipstick. Before checking your dipstick, make sure your vehicle is off and cooled down for safety and to get a proper reading. Make sure you keep up with your oil maintenance, and you will continue driving into the sunset. Find more information at www.quakerstate.ca.

Choosing the right tire for winter city-driving (NC) Every winter we are reminded of the challenges of driving through what often seems like the longest season of the year. That's why it's important that your winter tires match the many challenges you are likely to face on city streets. “The technology of winter tires is its own distinct area of science,” explains Matti Morri, technical customer service manager at Nokian Tyres. “The right investment will ensure a high-level rubber compound, better traction and many years of durability.” Here are a few specific considerations when it comes to winter city driving: Black ice. Ice is no stranger to city streets, particularly when temperatures are near the freezing mark and especially near bridges. Winter tires are composed of a rubber compound that stays soft in cold weather, meaning optimal traction when ice is a risk. Studded tires in particular are especially effective on slippery, icy roads. Snowbanks. Cities often quickly become dotted with snowbanks, and the best winter tires offer maximum grip to reduce the risk of getting stuck. An effective tread design should feature “blocks” that are far enough apart to have deeper grooves capable of gripping snow. Ensure your winter tires feature a minimum 4 mm-deep tread. In terms of optimal performance, some tires, like the Nokian Hakkapeliitta products, come with the Driving Safety Indicator, a patented technology that lets you know when the tire tread is worn and needs to be changed. Control. Proper handling is key when driving in city traffic in the winter, and a quality winter tire can brake on snow and ice up to 30 to 40 per cent faster than all-season tires. When choosing the right one, look for a tire that is narrower than your regular tires. This concentrates each tire's pressure on the road surface, cutting through snow more easily. If you face a lot of slushy conditions, find a winter tire that has maximum sipes — small grooves across the tread blocks that suck the water in. Gas mileage. Not all winter tires are created equal — some are built for lowest rolling resistance, saving money at the pump. An easy way to save on gas costs year-round is to ensure your tires are properly inflated, as low pressure reduce the life of your tires and your gas mileage.

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Drivers beware — follow this key tip to keep your family safe (NC) Between daily shuttling to school and work, family road trips, and our harsh Canadian weather, your vehicle works hard to power your lifestyle. That’s why it’s so important to make sure it’s running smoothly and safely by protecting it from rust. Keeping a car rust-free not only keeps it looking good, but also makes it safer to operate, especially if you keep rust away from the rarely seen under-surfaces of the car. “Corrosion on your vehicle’s underbody may not matter cosmetically, but it can represent a safety issue,” explains Craig Shuttleworth, marketing director at Krown. “Specifically, the vehicle frame which when compromised by corrosion can cause lifethreatening failure in the event of a vehicle accident is a real concern.” The underbody of your car is subjected to a greater exposure of dirt, gravel, water and harsh road chemicals than its upper body panels, so it’s where corrosion is greatest. A recent study by engineering researchers at the University of Windsor found that unprotected cars had 3.6 times more corrosion on their underbodies than those that were protected with Krown Rust Protection. The findings back up other research that found that rust starts on the inside of body panels and at spot welds and joints where moisture collects and doesn’t drain. Corrosion does its damage invisibly over many years before making its way to the surface, where it makes its presence known as blisters or perforations. The likelihood of spotting corrosion on underbody surfaces is lower because most car owners never see them. That’s why automotive experts say that when anyone works on the underside of your car, whether it be to change the tires or the oil, you should ask them to inspect for signs of corrosion. For additional peace of mind, they add that you should apply regular rust protection to those areas to delay any corrosion.

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Winter Car Care How to survive a winter emergency 3 ways winter is harming your car

(NC) It’s always important to be prepared before hitting the road. Driving in the winter comes with a few more risks than other seasons — the main ones being snow, ice and extremely cold temperatures. Having a properly maintained vehicle and being equipped to deal with a potential problem are the best ways to ensure you arrive at your destination safely. Darryl Croft, automotive expert at OK Tire, suggests a few things to have in your vehicle that can be helpful in a winter emergency: 1. Blankets, hats, gloves and socks. When waiting for a tow-truck or emergency vehicle in freezing temperatures, it’s important to stay warm. The best ways to do so are by keeping your head, hands and feet covered. 2. It’s always a good idea to keep a small amount of money stored in your glove box in case of emergency, even if it’s just $20. Sometimes places won’t accept credit cards or debit. 3. Granola bars. What’s worse than having your car break down? Dealing with it on an empty stomach. You never know how long it is going to take before help arrives. It will make the wait much easier if you have some snacks handy. 4. Booster cables. Always keep these in your trunk year-round, not just in the winter. They will be extremely helpful if your battery dies and you need a boost. OK Tire offers a complete battery check and electrical system inspection to help prevent this from happening. 5. The last thing you want is to be stranded when it’s dark. Sure, cellphones have flashlights, but they are not the brightest and tend to kill your phone battery, which you’ll want to conserve. 6. Fluorescent flag. Should you end up stranded in darkness, a fluorescent flag will ensure your vehicle is visible to other drivers. If you need to walk anywhere, the flag wrapped around your arm will make sure you can be seen. 7. First aid kit. If someone gets hurt while on the road, having a first aid kit handy can help deal with minor injuries. Always make sure your gas tank is at least half full at all times. This gives some leeway if you get lost and end up driving around aimlessly. Also, making the switch from allseason to winter tires is highly recommended.

(NC) Driving in Canada during the colder months means you need to be prepared to drive in all kinds of weather conditions. Winter driving can without a doubt pose a threat to your vehicle, so it’s important to be cautious of the effects of cold weather. Road salt. Snowstorms and cold, damp winter days combine to make driving conditions perilous. This is why tons of rock salt is used on our roads to create safer driving conditions. The problem with road salt or brine — which is a mix of magnesium chloride, salt and water — is the toll it takes on the exterior of your vehicle. When left on your car for an extended period of time, the chemicals will eat away and weaken the chassis. You will soon see rust appearing, which can lead to costly body repairs. The key to preventing this from happening is washing the offending substance off as quickly as possible. Tire pressure. Cold air naturally lowers your tires’ PSI. Be sure to check your tire pressure once a month and ensure current inflation matches the specifications of your vehicle. Improperly maintained tires could result in some detrimental effects on your vehicle’s performance and overall safety, such as irregular tire wear, tire failure, reduced fuel economy and decreased handling. Freezing cold. Exposure to below freezing weather every day can do a number on rubber and plastic. While you’re enjoying the warm confines of your home on a -20°C night, your vehicle is exposed to the raw elements. Rubber components such as windshield wipers, belts, and hoses bear the brunt of the damage. Frigid temperatures mean they become less pliable, increasing the chances of a rip, tear or break. These issues can create hazardous conditions as malfunctioning wipers can mean reduced visibility, while broken belts and hoses can lead to engine damage. “To make sure your car is ready to handle this winter, we encourage a full auto service preventive inspection, along with changing or topping up all fluids,” says Darryl Croft, automotive expert at OK Tire. This includes everything from engine coolant and oil to windshield washer fluid. This should also include a verification of your, battery, brakes and belts. “Don’t ignore the warning signs. The last thing you want is to be stranded on the side of the road on a cold day.” Find more information at www.oktire.com.

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the close of your home sale or, worse, turn prospective buyers away altogether. In most cases, you can make a reasonable pre-inspection yourself if you know what you're looking for, and knowing what you're looking for can help you prevent little problems from growing into costly and unmanageable ones. To help homesellers deal with this issue before their homes are listed, a free report entitled "11Things You Need to Know to Pass Your Home Inspection" has been compiled which explains the issues involved. To order a FREE Special Report, visit www. PassYourInspections.com Get your free special report NOW to learn how to ensure a home inspection doesn't cost you the sale of your home.

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Weekly and recurring events Mon North Grenville Arts Guild, 2nd Mon/mth, 7 pm, Masonic Hall, 311 Van Buren St. All welcome. More info at www.ngartsguild.ca Kemptville Quilters Guild, 2nd Mon./mth at the Kemptville Pentecostal Church, 1964 County Road 43, 7 pm. New members welcome. Kemptville Cancer Support Group, 3rd Mon/mth, St. John’s United Church, 2 pm. For info call Ellen Vibert-Miller at 613-258-7778. Modern square dance club, Grenville Gremlins, 7:30-10 pm, NG Municipal Centre. Newcomer Bridge-St John's United Church 12:15pm. Cost $5.00. All levels welcome. No partner needed. Info 613-806-4495 or 613-795-7155. Men’s Darts League at the Legion, 7 pm. Starting 10 Sept through to April. All are welcome. $5. per night. Tues Rotary Club meeting, Kemptville Legion, 6:30 pm. 18+ Mixed basketball at Holy Cross School Gym from 7-9 pm. $5/night or $60/season. Call Jeff at (613) 816-8345 for more info. Euchre, Kemptville Snowmobile Klub, 3rd/Tues/mth. 7 pm start. Ladies Darts League, Kemptville Legion, 7 pm through to April. All are welcome, $5 per player.

BNI Networking Group Breakfast, Grenville Mutual Insurance Building, 380 Colonnade Dr, 7- 8:30 am. Info: 613-918-0430. Bridge St. John’s United Church, 12:15 pm. Cost $5. All levels of bridge players welcome. Info, call. 613-806-4495 to 613-795-7155. The Branch Artisans Guild, NG Community Church, 2659 Concession St. every 3 rd Tue/mth, 7pm. New members welcomed Wed NG Photography Club - 1st Wed./mth, 7-9 pm, at the Grenville Mutual Insurance, 380 Colonnade Drive. See ngphotoclub.ca for info. Klub 67 Euchre every 2nd &4th Wed/mth, 1pm, St. John's United Church. Everyone welcome. $5.00. (No euchre July & August) Bingo- 1st & 3rd Wed/mth., Kemptville Legion, 1 pm. All welcome. New Horizon Club, Burritt`s Rapids Community Hall. Adults 55 plus welcome. For info re programs and membership, call Golida Tym 258-3894. Probus Club of North Grenville, 3rd Wed./mth. Everyone is welcome to join us at 9:30 am at St Paul's Presbyterian Church Hall for fellowship. Holy Cross Church monthly suppers, 1st Wed/mth. Adults $8, Children $5. All are welcomed. NGPL Science and Technology Group meetings, 1st/Wed/mth, 7- 9 pm in the program room at the Library. Thu Bridge - St. John’s United Church, 6:15- pm. Cost $5. All levels of bridge players welcome. For more info, call 613-806-4495 or 613-795-7155. North Grenville Toastmasters - Meeting 1st & 3rd Thurs/mth., 7 pm at O’Farrell’s Financial Services, Cty Rd 44. Info, call 790 7665. Mixed Darts League at the Legion 7:30 pm. Starting 6 Sept, through to April. All are welcome. $5. per night. Fri Friendship Lunch, 11:30-1 pm, St. John’s United Church. Free, everyone welcome. Sat Kemptville Legion breakfast, 8 - 10 am 3rd Sat/mth, 100 Reuben Crescent. Adults $6, Children 6 and under $3. All welcome. Euchre, Kemptville Legion, last Sat/mth. Noon-5 pm. Sun Bingo, Kemptville Legion – Last Sun/mth, Doors open 6 pm, guaranteed $400 jackpot. Refreshments available. M,W,F Kemptville and Area Walking Group meet at Municipal Centre at 8 am.

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by Deron Johnston According to a recent article published on the CBC website, 58% of all of the food produced in Canada (roughly 35.5 million tonnes) is wasted or lost. A report titled “The Avoidable Crisis of Food Waste” was published by a Toronto agency called Second Harvest, which re-distributes food to a variety of agencies, such as shelters and drop-in centres. The report claims that one third of this waste could be re-claimed and sent to communities in need across Canada. The report claims that 4.82 million tonnes of food (worth $21 billion) is lost or wasted during processing and manufacturing. The total value of all food wasted or lost in Canada is $49 billion. That’s enough food to feed every Canadian for ﬁve months. The report goes on to say that food waste in Canada produces the equivalent of 56.6 million tonnes of carbon dioxide-like emissions. Food waste results in methane gas in landﬁlls, which, the report

claims, is 25 times more damaging than carbon dioxide. These are astounding numbers to some people. However, for those who work in the food industry, every day they see a frustrating amount of food going uneaten or wasted. Everything from food thrown out for being past the “best before” date, to imperfect produce that goes unsold, to prepared meals at restaurants that customers didn’t eat. Food waste is a major problem for grocery retailers as it severely impacts their proﬁtability. The average Canadian family loses $1,766 per year, courtesy of food waste, and throws away about 180 kilograms of food per year. In France, they recently passed laws preventing grocery stores from throwing away or destroying unsold food. Instead, these stores must donate this food to food banks and charities. In fact, stores with square footage over 4,300 must sign food donation agreements with these not-for-proﬁt organiza-

tions. This makes it easier and faster to give the surplus food to these organizations. Failure to do this could result in ﬁnes of up to 75,000 Euros, and up to two years in jail. Currently, France wastes approximately 7.1 million tonnes of food annually (about one ﬁfth of what Canada does). The message is clear: in Canada, we need to start looking at food as a limited resource (like other natural resources), and not something that we can “just grow more of”. Overall, food waste is a complex issue that requires a thoughtful solution. A great place to start would be to change our attitude towards food. Shop for food more frequently and buy less, stop stockpiling food, stop buying larger sizes of food items than necessary, cook more frequently at home, plan your meals and buy accordingly, and freeze leftovers for future meals. There are just some of the things that we can do to reduce our family’s or our personal food waste and save money!

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Additional lots planned for Merrickville Estates by Hilary Thomson The developer of Merrickville Estates made a presentation to council with an announcement and a few requests. Chuck Fournier gave council an overview of the status of the first three phases of the Merrickville Estates subdivision. All the lots in phase one and two are sold, with lots in phase three expected to be sold out by 2020. Chuck announced that there will be an additional two phases added to the subdivision, estimated to roll out in 2021. Phases four and ﬁve is 180 acres connected to phase two containing an estimated 60 lots. He also asked council for a couple things to help make the subdivision more

attractive to potential buyers. The ﬁrst was to include the paving of HF McLean Road between County Road 15 and Collar Hill Road (which leads into Merrickville Estates) in the 2019 budget. It is estimated that the cost of paving the 950m section of road would be around $75,000. Chuck thinks it would be a good investment for the village, considering it is the main access point to Merrickville Estates from County Road 15, and having the road paved should increase property values in the subdivision. The second request was to have the municipality look after plowing the streets in phase three. Right now, the municipality plows the roads in phases one and two. This would add an additional 700m

Recycling in Merrickville-Wolford of plowing for municipal workers in the subdivision. Council received the presentation, and Mayor Doug Struthers instructed staﬀ to come back with a report to council about both requests. The subject of Merrickville Estates also came up in the public question period at the end of the meeting. Merrickville resident, Ivan Wood, is concerned about the lack of parking spaces available for those that use Scotch Line Road for leisure activities, because of the new development. “Is there a plan for a parking lot, so residents can park and use the trail?” he asked. Council told him they would relay the message to Chuck Fournier, since he left the council meeting after his presentation.

Run Merrickville 2019 Trivia Night By Chuck MacInnis If you are a trivia fan with some spare time, then grab your thinkingcap and come out for an evening of fun and laughs while competing with those around you attempting to drag obscure bits of information from the dark recesses of their brains! The Organizers of Run Merrickville are once again hosting a trivia night at the Merrickville Community Centre, 106 Read St. This year’s event is on Saturday, February 23, and the purpose is to raise funds for the annual Merrickville Heritage Classic. Last year, approximately 150 people came out and provided keen competition. It was so tight a race that La Travialta only managed to edge out Fosters Follies by one point. Although table décor was not a prize category, the Village Beanies came prepared just in case, with tablecloth, place settings, table decorations and a poster sized name card. Race Director, Lori January 30, 2019

Urquhart, said the money raised will be used to help oﬀset the cost of this year’s medals, and help with the purchase of more traffic pylons to enhance runner safety. According to event organizer, Sally MacInnis, the format for the evening is simple. Participants form teams of up to 10 people and create a distinctive team name. It is an evening of tens. The cost is $10.00 per person, there are ten rounds of ten questions in a variety of categories throughout the evening and the event will close at 10 pm. Since Google is not a permitted team member, buckets will be provided at each table to hold cell phones for the duration of the event. No evening is truly fun without snack food!

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Although snacks such as chips or popcorn will be provided to the tables, team members are encouraged to bring (and share) their favourite snack foods. Sally says there is a cash bar; but coﬀee, tea and cookies will be provided free of charge. Registration will take place at the door between 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm; but, preferably, individuals and teams will pre-register via email at runmerrickville@ gmail.com. To save time at the door, participants may also pay via e-transfer to the above email address.

by Hilary Thomson The issue of recycling in Merrickville-Wolford was brought up at the last council meeting as an issue for the new council to look into. The topic was raised in a letter to council from resident Eleanor Beelich, stating her displeasure in finding out the Merrickville-Wolford landfill no longer took items like milk cartons and tetrapaks. “This is most unfortunate,” she wrote in the letter. “I know it is expensive, but I think our planet, country, town, municipality, is worth it.” Resident, Ivan Wood, stepped up to the podium during the meeting’s public question period to second Eleanor’s concern. “We are getting buried in rubbish,” he said. “We should be pressuring [companies] not to use non-recyclable packaging.” Mayor Doug Struthers said that council will direct staff to prepare a report outlining what can and cannot be recycled currently in Merrickville-Wolford, so they could share this information with the public. Councillor Timothy Molloy also asked staff to look into the timeline for renewing their current recycling contract.

WHAT’S IN THE SONG Submitted by Nick Previsich - MOCA and Susan Piercey – Merrickville’s Jazz Fest The Merrickville Organization for Culture and the Arts (MOCA) and Merrickville’s Jazz Fest are delighted to announce an exciting new opportunity for youth in our community. MerrickvilleWolford has been invited by Ottawa CityFolk Festival to be one of five communities to participate in the songwriting training initiative “What’s In The Song”. This program invites up to 10 aspiring young musicians, songwriters and poets between the ages of 12 and 18 to participate in 10 weekly sessions, with a performing artist starting April 3 until June 5, 2019. Starting at 6:30 PM, each 90 minute session will be held in the basement of Holy Trinity Anglican Church located at the corner of Church Street and Main Street in Merrickville. Following the 10 week training session, a “Coffee House” will be held on-site offering participants an opportunity to perform their work for family, friends and members of the community. Additional information on What’s in the Song can be

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Written applications (by e-mail) are being accepted until noon, March 20. Please send your application to Nick Previsich at nprevisich@bell. net and to Susan Piercey at director@merrickvillesjazzfest. com. Submissions should include your name, address and age, as well as an explanation of why you wish to be considered for this songwriting initiative. You may wish to include some examples of your writing, poetry or music, but this is not required. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

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that industry-led research was excluded from inﬂuencing the guide this time. Instead of nutrient-focused food groups, the Guide is using groupings of foods, such as protein foods, instead of “Meat and Alternatives”. This appears to reﬂect a desire to shift the emphasis away from red meat and include more plant-based proteins. Lean meat is still part of the protein foods, but it appears to no longer be the focus. Fish, eggs, dairy, beans, lentils and nuts are also included in protein foods. The Guide also stresses eating whole foods, and advises Canadians to avoid prepared foods and beverages, as they contain high amounts of chemical additives, preservatives, sodium, unhealthy fats and sugars. These foods are often habit-forming, because they are formulated to make you want to eat them. Readyto-eat, highly processed foods have been linked to a number of heath problems, including increased obesity and high blood cholesterol levels.

Even the photo on the cover of the Guide itself depicts a half plate of fruits and vegetables, with a quarter of the plate being given over to whole grain foods, and the final quarter of the plate being a diverse mix of protein foods. There’s even a glass beside the plate in the photo, and the text says to “Make water your drink of choice”. Again, this is a departure from the past, where previous guides used hand-drawn graphics of the different types of food groups. The Guide contains some interesting advice on healthy eating and healthy food choices. It tells Canadians to “Be mindful of your eating habits”, “Cook more often”, “Eat meals with others” and “Be aware of food marketing”. That last piece of advice is a wise one, as it advises parents to “Limit kids’ exposure to food marketing”. Children have been a successful target of the food industry in the past, with the industry creating fun, colourful cartoon characters promoting questionable food products as if they were “an important part of a healthy breakfast”, etc. What does this new program mean for the local food sector? It means very good things! The advice of eating more fruits and vegetables is perfect for increasing the sales of locally grown produce. Increasing your consumption of plant-based protein? That’s a win for local plant-based protein growers. Limit highly processed foods? Locally produced foods tend to contain much less preservatives, additives, artificial flavours and colours than found in those highly processed foods. So this is definitely a positive for local food producers, farmers’ markets and local food retailers. There’s no doubt that certain food industry groups are not happy with this version of the Guide. Though it doesn’t say to stop eating certain foods, it does say that there are other options that may be healthier, or that you should eat more of. Regardless, after speaking with a number of people about the fact that a new Food Guide had been released, most people sounded as if they intended to keep on eating exactly the way they currently were, and that the Guide would have little effect on their choices. Will the dairy and red meat industries take a hit because of this? Probably. Do I still enjoy a serving of medium rare Prime Rib, or a grilled cheese sandwich made with real cheddar cheese? Without a doubt.

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Falling – it’s not just snowﬂakes!

by Carrie Smith, Kemptville Physiotherapy Centre Falls are a common problem year-round, but freezing rain and uneven snow pack can make walking treacherous this time of year. According to the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, the average cost of a fall requiring hospitalization is approximately $30,000. It is estimated that falls and fall-related injuries cost the Canadian health care system $2.8 billion per year, and that’s not even taking into account the economic burden on the patient and the work force. Common injuries with falls are low back and pelvic pain from landing directly on the buttocks, fractured hips and fractured wrists from awkward landings, contusions to the elbows and knees, and of course, concussions and head injuries. This year has been particularly bad for falls, and it’s not just the elderly who are at risk. 90% of falls are predictable and preventable, so a little prevention is worth a pound of cure! In our physiotherapy clinic, we often have times where several clients with wrist fractures come in to

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Hot hand in Hawkesbury......Kemptville 73's engaged the Hawkesbury Hawks on Friday night with both stoppers on their game, unfortunately the snipers on the 73's couldn't break Matthew Petizian SO. Nicholas Domitrovic with Ryan Pawlikowski came on strong, but just couldn't penetrate to even the odds. by the sportsguy Well sports fans, due to foul weather, our Kemptville 73’s had to postpone their Sunday matinee with the Rockland Nationals. Thursday night’s game in Kanata against the Lasers was gruesome, as the wheels fell off the 73’s machine as the Lasers zapped them 6-2. Kanata came out on fire with four unanswered markers to open the first at 6:40, Maggio with Michel to give Jack Ludwig to beat Jarrett Fiske. Poeze and Sleeth to Luca Nocita for his 24th of the season at 9:03. Third goal, Austin Holmes, with helpers from Austin and Matthews at 12:08. Final one to close out the first from Maggio with F. Tourigny for Jack Ludwig second of contest at 18:15.

Kemptville outshot Kanta by 19-17. Kemptville spoiled Gabriel Carriere’s SO attempt at 16:16, as Beaton combined with Patterson to ﬁnd Nicholas Domitrovic in the lane for the lone goal of the period. 73’s hammered Lasers 22 SOG to 14. Third twenty belonged to Kanata, as Nocita with Markhauser to Graham Denomme to make it a 5-1 runaway at 8:31. Nocita paired with Anderson to ﬁnd Peyton Hughes to count another at 11:51 to give the Lasers a 5 point spread. With Kemptville down a man, Suzuki stole the rubber to spring John Beaton through the line for SHG at 13:42 for a comeback attempt. Kemptville pelted 17 SOG to Kanata 9.

Kemptville hammered 58 shots on Kanata stopper, Gabriel Carriere, but only two got past him. He saved the battle for the Lasers and they capitalized on 73’s errors to brandish a win. Both teams had 3 PP opportunities without results. Friday night’s road trip to Hawkesbury to meet the second place Hawks was positive for Kemptville, as they held them at bay for 1-0 defeat. Hawks squeezed one by Jarrett Fiske for their only goal at 8:41, when Gasuik with Yovetich sprang Samuel Hatto free. Hawks outshot 73’s by 16-11. Second stanza was scoreless, with both squads trying to gain advantage through opposition mistakes, and both Jarrett Fiske and Matthew

Petizian put on a goalie’s clinic. Hawkesbury outgunned Kemptville 14 SOG to 4. Final twenty remained stale, with the Hawks ahead by one and 73’s controlling the puck with 15 SOG to 7. Kemptville had 6 PP opportunities without results and Hawkesbury with 3 without results. This was obvious a barn burner with the inertia on Kemptville moving forward. Kemptville 73’s will host Smiths Falls Bears for a Wednesday evening contest on January, 30 at 7:20 pm. Hockey with EDGE... excellent, economical, exciting, entertainment....support your 73's. See you at the game and please feel free to express some of your thoughts about your concerns and experiences after attending games.

ROMA looking to the future by David Shanahan The Rural Ontario Municipal Association [ROMA] held its annual conference last weekend in Toronto. It is an opportunity for mayors and councillors in rural areas to get together to discuss issues of common interest, and to be hear presentations on the latest thinking on rural municipal governance. There is, naturally, time for high-proﬁle guests to make speeches to the assembled councillors, and this conference heard from Premier Doug Ford, Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs, and Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Aﬀairs and Housing and our local M.P.P. But it was in the range of January 30, 2019

presentations provided to the conference delegates that the real work of the weekend took place. These included topics such as Transit for Rural Regions: Connecting People and Places Over Large Distances; Addressing Poverty and Employment in Rural and Northern Communities; and Understanding MPAC and Our Role in the Property Assessment and Taxation System. These are all issues relevant to this area, and the presentations will, hopefully, ensure that they remain at the forefront of municipal thinking and planning here. The organisers of the conference emphasised the fact that “there are lots of changes afoot, including new municipal councils in every part of Ontario and a new govern-

ment in Queens Park that is moving swiftly to implement its commitments”. And that means that some new topics were on the agenda at ROMA 2019. A presentation on Food Tourism – Beyond the Bits and Bites and into the Economics of Why and How?, echoed ideas and concerns that have been raised in this newspaper over the last couple of years. As the Conference heard: “From beer festivals to butter tart trails - food experiences are spreading across the province. Yet, for all of the eﬀorts, food tourism seems to not be able to make strong headway into the traditional “tourism” marketplace”. The presentation, by Jamie Reaume, CEO of Country Heritage Park in Milton, sought to educate the 19

audience on how “municipalities can partner to garner more dollars from their visitors’ pockets”. Like Heritage Tourism, Food Tourism represents a potential economic development opportunity for North Grenville, particularly with the acquisition of the Kemptville Campus. More newsworthy, perhaps, was the presentation providing an “Update on Cannabis Legalization and the Licensing Framework”, by representatives from the Ministry of the Attorney General and the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario. Opting in or out of the retail area is only the ﬁrst in a series of decisions municipalities will have to make in the coming years on the entire cannabis issue.

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Speaking of newsworthy, a topic the Times was very interested in was “The Loss of Local News”, a presentation which discussed the decline of local news coverage in rural areas of Ontario. The idea behind the presentation was that “All news is local, unless you live in rural Ontario”, indicating the importance of newspapers like the Times in an era when corporate papers are being closed or amalgamated, with the loss of truly local coverage of news and

information. Conferences like ROMA or AMO are an important opportunity for members of councils in rural areas to meet and share problems, solutions and ideas. Which of these presentations did our local Council attend? Knowing that would be an interesting insight into their thinking and priorities.

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