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March 30, 2016
Canada Day Rotary parade returns
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Merrickville/ Wolford Times page 15 by Jo-Anne Bell, 2016 Kemptville Rotary Canada Day Parade Chair Spring has sprung and summer is just around the corner. The Rotary Club of Kemptville has joined forces with the North Grenville Canada Day Committee to make this year’s July 1st celebration the best one yet! Year after year, the Rotary parade has drawn larger crowds creating more excitement on Canada Day in our community, and after a short hiatus, the parade is back! The parade will depart from Campus Drive at the Kemptville Campus at 4:00 pm on July 1st and make its way to Riverside Park following a route along Concession
Road, left on Prescott Street then turning left on Rueben Street. Once past the festivities in the park, it will then proceed back onto Prescott Street across the bridge to turn left on Clothier Street W and disperse at Holy Cross Church parking lot. There will be awards recognizing honourees, prize winning floats, bands and dignitaries. Parade registration forms are available online at www. northgrenville.ca, or at the Municipal Office. In addition to the parade, there will be plenty for all ages at Riverside Park. Beginning with breakfast at the Kemptville Legion, the day will include face painting, organized games, live music,
swimming at the Kemptville Pool, soccer and basketball clinics, dance and fitness demonstrations, the annual Keller Williams Charity Volleyball Tournament, food and market vendors, the SaveWay Driving School Teen Zone, and the grand finale fireworks show at dusk. The Oxford Mills Community Association will also host an afternoon of family fun, games and live music at Maplewood Park in Oxford Mills. “We’re celebrating our country, our heritage, as well as our community”, says Frank Onasanya, Chair of Parks, Recreation and Culture. “We are looking forward to a celebration which will strengthen our bonds as fam-
ily and neighbours, a time to be reminded of what makes us proud to be Canadian and equally proud to live in North Grenville.” The Canada Day Committee is looking for energetic volunteers to help make this event a success. Opportunities to be a part of the festivities include helping with the kids’ games, entering a float or group in the parade, organizing new activities to add to the day, set up/tear down, traffic control, and more. For more information, to register a parade float, or to volunteer, please contact Tammy Hurlbert at thurlbert@northgrenville.on.ca or 613-258-9569 ext. 123.
Ladling up some love at the Kemptville Farmer’s Market Submitted by Lorraine Rekmans on behalf of the Kemptville Farmers’ Market Jim Dales, of Seaway Valley Soups, is excited to see the season opening of the Kemptville Farmer’s Market on May 15. Jim and his wife Jeannie are one of the dozens of vendors who frequent the market on Sanders Street each summer. “It is the only farmer’s market I have been to with such a diverse amount of product. The market is a real focal point in the town. I enjoy the layout, the ambience. I love that people shop and wander through and look at products. They can sit and eat, or drink and listen to music. It is the centre of town where all the people gather. It just vibrates”, he said. Jim has been packaging and marketing ready-to-cook homemade soups for the past three years, but he concedes that Jeannie is the real soup artist, designing the soups and adding her own personal touch. Each of the soups are kitchen tested with an aim to keep preparation simple. Jim has a lifetime of experience in retail. “I am 73 years old and I started in sales
when I was 27. I used to manufacture and sell coats at retail markets in the Toronto area. I started out with nuts, but began looking around for a better market product to sustain the business and I moved into soups. It worked well. This year we added 5 new products to our line.” Now based in Cornwall, Jim’s business,Seaway Valley ,Soups has seen its sales triple since opening three years ago. The business has no web presence so Jim relies on local markets and email to take orders and distribute the packaged soups. Throughout the summer months, the couple is busy at local markets, spending Fridays in Long Sault, Saturdays at Metcalfe and Sundays at the Kemptville Farmers’ Market. The soups in the line contain a Curry Lentil which is very popular. Jim and Jeannie have also added a Red Lentil soup for those who don’t have a palate for curry. The soups contain many pulses, including barley, peas, and lentils which are excellent and nutritious sources of protein. The variety of soups include Beef Barley, Canadian Pea, Curry Lentil, Chicken Rice
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he noted is MarketPlates, where vendors can showcase their food. Last year he teamed up with a local pulse producer in creating soups for the event. “The Kemptville Market is well laid out and there is always some sort of event being planned. The workers make the space very welcoming.” Patrons will be able to find Jim, Jeannie and their soups at the Kemptville Farmers’ Market located at the B&H Grocer parking lot at 200 Sanders Street in Kemptville. The market runs Sundays from noon until 4 pm and Wednesday evenings in July and August. The first market is scheduled for May 15. For more information about the Kemptville Farmers’ Market, or to become a vendor at the market, call 1-855-225-9001 or visit the website at www.KemtpvilleFarmersMarket.ca . The KFM Board of Directors is hosting an event for local business owners looking to sell at this year’s market. This vendor information night takes place on April 5 at 6:30 pm at 308 Colonnade Dr. in Kemptville.
and Old Fashioned Bean just to name a few. All of the packaged soups are easy to prepare, making it as easy as possible for people. “I had one gentleman come who was 92-years old. He had lost his wife and never had cooked before. He buys a bag of soup and cooks it up and says it is just like homemade. It is just like his wife would have made,” recalls Jim. He said many people are looking for convenient home cooking options but want healthy products with no added salt. “Our soups are healthy. We use pulses (beans, peas, lentils and chickpeas). We use quinoa. We also have gluten-free soups.” Predominantly Canadian products are used in the packages. The Red Lentils used are sourced from Saskatchewan. Jim noted his Montreal supplier has a warehouse where he stores barley, and all pulses which come mostly from Canadian suppliers. Jim believes that the local farmer’s markets are the heart of the community and is excited for this year’s season to begin. One of the highlights
New Horizon Club members enjoy an Easter Bonnet Tea A parade of hats topped off by a “high tea” was enjoyed by members of the New Horizon Club on Wednesday, March 23. Tea with delicious fancy sandwiches, petits fours and a variety of squares and cookies were served by volunteer members of the executive. Attending a “high tea” implies the wearing of bon-
nets and hats and members enthusiastically participated as they marched around the room to show their handiwork. Karen Wattie and Dennis Shryburt were awarded the prizes for the best hats in the parade. The tea was followed by a service auction of volunteer activities donated by mem-
scavenger hunt on Wednesday, April 13 at 12 noon in the Burritt’s Rapids Community Hall. New members are welcome. For information about membership please call Janet at 613-269-2737. Call Kim at 613-258-1780 for information about up-coming programs.
bers including a mystery tour for three, brunch for four, a beautifully decorated cake, picnic for four, one night at a Bed and Breakfast, an afternoon tea for four, and a hand-made birdhouse. All items were in demand and bidding was competitive. The New Horizon Club will hold a pizza party and
IMPORTANT NOTICE An ad appeared in last week’s Kemptville Advance for a “Breakthrough relief for back pain and sciatica”(p. 12 of the Kemptville section. The headline is “Special North Grenville News Reader Offer”, and in the body of the ad it says that “NG Times has teamed up with the spine therapy experts at Evolution Clinic”. The NG Times has not been, and is not now, in any arrangement with this individual and organisation and the claim that we are is completely false. The person behind the ad, Rick Penney, did approach us and asked that his ad be placed in the Times under the name of one of our reporters. This we declined to do, and after some further communications, decided against running his ad at any time. It would appear that he then approached the Metroland-Advance, who agreed to run the ad. But the content of the ad was not changed, and obviously not vetted by the Metroland-Advance, as it contains references to the NG Times, not to the Metroland-Advance. Whether this was because of a failure in the marketing department at Metroland, or a result of their outsourcing of ad design to India, what was published was the version of the ad that had been submitted to the NG Times, and which we declined to publish. The NG Times denies any endorsement of this individual, produce or procedure inferred by this ad. David Shanahan, Editor, NG Times Karen Wattie and Dennis Shryburt March 30, 2016
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submitted by Robin Heald The Kemptville Lions Club came to The Kemptville Youth Centre (KYC) March 23 to donate $1,000 once again this year. Pictured in the back row are Lion John Cowden, Lion Ruth Cowden, Lion Robert Lecuyar, Lion Mavis Lecuyar, Lion Jerry Osborne, KYC Program Coordinator Bridget Manahan and Lion Bill White. In the front row are KYC youth Skyler Robinson, Bre Luther, and Emily Dixon. The Lions play a big part in KYC's annual funding and continue to put youth first in our community.
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Oxford Mills Rangers Host Spring Fair 2016! By Justine Gardner, Oxford Mills Ranger As another Guiding year comes to an end, the 1st Oxford Mills Rangers would like to invite you to support one of their last guiding adventures. You may have heard the Oxford Mills Sisterhood of Guiding is holding yet another great event - this time it is primarily hosted by the oldest group, the Rangers. Please come out Saturday, April 9, 2016 to the Oxford-OnRideau Public School, from 8 am-1 pm, for the 2nd Annual Spring Fair - and another bonus...it's free admission! The proceeds from this
event will go toward the Rangers’ end of the year trip to Toronto, which will include a visit to Casa Loma, ROM and Ripley’s Believe It or Not Aquarium. Do you have old goods that you've been waiting to donate, or sell, but have had no success in the past? Well have no fear, Rangers are here. Please contact a Guider (details below) for pick up before April 5. We are also collecting aluminum cans! Preparations are still underway! While spots are filling up fast, the 2016 Spring Fair committee would like to encourage North Grenville’s
artisans, crafters and farmers to rent a table for anything – including garage sale items and baked goods. There are still a few tables available inside at $25/table and plenty of room outside for only $20/ table. At the Spring Fair, there will also be lots of fun for children, including a face painting station, crafts and games, and a colouring contest! Fire Trucks and firemen will be there too! The BBQ canteen will be open so don't be shy and stop by for a visit. You can also get your Girl Guide Cookies! There may be more in the
works, so stay tuned. If you have any questions or would like to rent a table, please contact a Ranger Guider: Cathy Kcat@live.com or Ann sledhead.ann@gmail.com. A Special thanks to 3rd year Ranger Renee Therrien for her efforts in preparing the 2nd Annual Spring Fair. With Renee’s leadership in her final year, she will soon be receiving her Gold Commissioner's Award. The Gold Commissioner's Award is the highest honour in Girl Guides, completed with 13 years of Guiding. Congratulations Renee!
"Antiques Roadshow" Super Saturday events in fundraiser for RING The RING fundraising team is excited to announce that they are holding an "Antiques Roadshow"-themed fundraiser South Mountain on Sunday, April 24, from 2-5 pm at the Burritt's Rapids Community Hall. You are invited to bring your favourite antiques and family heirloom treasures to be appraised by local antiques experts. There will be a suggested donation for each appraisal. After the appraisals, there will be a live auction of donated antiques. Refreshments will also be available during the afternoon to keep energy levels up for the serious task of bidding on the antiques auction. Thanks to the support for the cause and generosity of the community, donated antiques have already started to come in! So, please save the date, Sunday, April 24, and watch for more details in the next couple of weeks. If you are interested in volunteering for this fun event and/ or if you have any antiques you would like to donate, please contact: Polly Beach 613-269-9320, pbeach2020@gmail.com
The 20th Annual Duck Race will take place at the Nation River on Saturday, May 7, starting at 1 pm sharp. As well, the 6th Annual St. Daniel's Yard Sale will take place from 8 am to 2 pm at St. Daniel's church parking lot, 10606 Maple Street with a BBQ from 10:30 am to 2 pm. Silent auction, vendors, kid activities and so much more! All proceeds from the duck race go to local charitable organizations. For more information or to donate items to the yard sale, please email supersatevent@gmail.com. This event is sponsored by the Knights of Columbus St. Daniel's Council #11725 of South Mountain.
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Don’t follow leaders by David Shanahan Publishing a local newspaper has its ups and downs. On the up side, you get to meet some great people, people who make this community a better place every day. They usually work quietly, behind the scenes, and they don’t like getting their names in the NG Times because they are modest and like to keep a low profile. You also get to hear some great stories about what’s happening around the place: but, again, you can’t always write about them because, in some cases, no publicity is good publicity. It’s a shame, because there are some wonderfully positive and encouraging things going on all the time. Then there are the downs of the job. Again, there are stories and things happening that we can’t write about, because we don’t have that final footnote, that last piece of evidence and proof that would allow us to tell a story without being sued! The bullying of seniors, the turf wars
that retard the growth of business and community, and so many quiet deals behind the scenes that stink of cronyism. But, of all the aspects that most get me down, it is the hypocrisy that really gets to me sometimes. People who get their names and pictures in the paper (other papers) for “supporting their community” and helping the less fortunate among us, who, in other venues, state quite firmly that they would abolish all welfare and EI programs if they had the chance. People who get involved in groups to make the community stronger, but really do it “to make money”and promote their own business. Yes, you can do both: but those who put the community aspect first are the ones I respect and admire. They are, ultimately, the ones who achieve something worthy and honourable. We in Canada can get very smug about our neighbours to the south; especially in this astonishing election cycle they are enduring. It is hard
to understand sometimes why Donald Trump exists in politics, or why some media person doesn’t just say publicly: “The man is an idiot”. (On a side issue: people compare Trump to Hitler, but I think they’re wrong. They have the wrong Fascist Dictator. Donald Trump is not Hitler, he’s Mussolini; an arrogant bully, strutting around the public stage delighting his followers by his “honesty”, and “telling it like it is”. Like Mussolini, Trump lies with shame, throws unsupported allegations around like confetti, depends on fear and greed to inspire his followers, and is a general danger to civilised discourse). Yet, I am quite sure that we have people in North Grenville who admire the man and wish we had someone like him here, instead of a young pup who dares talk about human rights, inclusion and community! There is a lot of lip service to those things here among some people, but it is accompanied by spite, character assassination and
deceit. Being involved with this newspaper, I have come across too much of that. There are so many smiles to your face and knives in your back. Too much cynicism, believing that everyone has their own hidden agenda, that no-one is really out for the good of the community, just for their own personal or business interests. People have always used their position to best advantage, and the more unscrupulous get away with a great deal by depending on the good behaviour and good manners of others. It is considered bad manners to question people in leadership, that it lacks respect for the office or the person. But too many are very good at doing a Donald Trump: lying shamelessly and almost daring people to contradict them or confront the lies. In the past generation we have seen the growing acceptance, even approval, of greed and ambition in business and politics. It has been a slow slide downhill, and perhaps it is only the stagger-
ing popularity of Trump that has opened our eyes to where the slide is heading. North Grenville is still a healthy and positive place in that regard. We have some responsible and concerned builders and developers; we have some politicians with integrity and respect for the taxpayers they serve; we have some local businesses who give and give to North Grenville and without whom it would not be the place it is. We have service clubs and churches and other voluntary groups reflecting the generosity and humanity of our people. But those who are using their position for solely personal gain and advancement, who are in danger of undermining public confidence and faith in our community, should be aware that it is not just a duty to shine a light on their activities, sometimes it is essential to show that, as Shakespeare put it so well: “Meet it is I set it down, that one may smile, and smile, and be a villain.”
Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor: I am writing in response to the ‘Small House’ article in last week’s issue. The topics touched on matters that I give a fair bit of thought to. The increase in house size and the decrease in number of occupants, speaks to our individualized life styles. We create more space to fill with our things and our egos. I liked how the article showed both sides of this issue. I am concerned that we invest too much in real estate at the expense of perhaps more dynamic forms of wealth. Someone once described the demand and existence of large houses as ‘monumentalism’. This speaks to a drive for consumer fulfilment with
little sense of modesty or prudence – not to mention design and good taste. There are places in the world were big families crush into a little dwelling and are happy. In contrast: here, the more we have the more we are weighed down. It is a recipe to respond with fear to change and an unknown future. I digress. Big Houses. I think there are many challenges to scaling down. We need to change social values, making obsolete the consumptive expression of status. There are also many people connected to real estate who would resist this sort of change (my own house value has risen). What we need is the coming together
of demographics, municipal foresight and public interest to bring about a more efficient method of providing a home that creates security and empowerment. This is a great forum for community members to raise these issues and broaden awareness. Marc Nadeau Oxford Mills
We house the birds in our fully finished and enclosed basement which includes a dinette with cupboards, drawers, sink and dishwasher. The new dishwasher we had installed recently gave the little devils a new hiding place underneath and in their eyes a place to breed. We are seniors and somewhat physically disabled so retrieving birds is not always easy. Hubby attempted all kinds of closures at the base of the dishwasher with no real success. How does the Kemptville Fire Department come in to this, you ask? One evening as were caging the birds for the night, we realized one was missing, not a particu-
Dear Editor: Recently we had an occasion to contact the Kemptville Fire Department. Fortunately, not because of a fire but of a problem with a pet. My husband and I have a number of Lineolated Parakeets who are fully flighted during the day and caged at night.
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big gentlemen arrived and proceeded to pull everything apart. They didn’t find the bird but did find an egg LOL. After they left little Kiwi flew out and into her cage. Thank God. I would like to offer my gratitude and big hugs to the Kemptville Fire Department for coming to the rescue. Sincerely, Cecilia Campbell New resident in the town of Kemptville. The most friendly caring place I’ve ever lived.
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larly unusual situation. We could hear the bird calling from within cupboard side of the kitchenette but couldn’t find it. After attempting for an hour I decided we needed some help and the first thing that came to mind was the Fire Department. Why you ask? Well I’ve seen news broadcasts showing them rescuing animals, often cats so why not a bird. When I spoke to whomever took the call he said “this is the Fire Department, Ma’am.” “I know”, I answered in my whimpering voice, “but I don’t what else to do”. He responded “I’ll send someone over to see if they can help”. And they DID big time. Five good looking
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2016 Sunshine List and Budget by David Shanahan The public has been given their annual peek inside the finances of the municipality as the 2016 Municipal Budget comes around at the same time as the 2016 Sunshine List is revealed. The annual list of employees in the public service sector who earn $100,000 per year or more has been released by the Ontario Government, and the names of six employees of the Municipality of North Grenville appear this year. Since 1996, the Public Salary Disclosure Act requires any body which receives public funding from the Province of Ontario, including municipalities, to disclose the names, positions, salaries and total taxable benefits of employees paid $100,000 or more in a calendar year. A sizeable chunk of our tax dollars go to these worthies: Chief Administrative Officer, Brian Carré earned $135,805.19 in 2015, along with $874.90 in taxable benefits. Director of Emergency and Protective Services, Paul Hutt, received $124,483.64, with $4,125.64 in benefits. Karen Dunlop, Director of Public Works, was paid
$118,951.36, and $2,012.80 in benefits. Director of Planning and Development, Forbes Symon, was paid $105,576.41 and $874.90 in benefits. Director of Recreation and Culture, Mark Guy, was paid $100,144.92, with $874.90 in benefits. Roads Superintendent, Doug Scott, got $100,008.37 with $1,547.12 in benefits. The 2016 list has two new names: both Mark Guy and Doug Scott appear for the first time, although both just about make it in: Doug by just $8 and Mark Guy by $145. Brian Carré’s salary has barely changed from last year, while Forbes Symon is just $2,000 better off over the year. Paul Hutt got a rise of around $10,000 last year, though that reflects his increased responsibilities heading an expanded Department of Emergency and Protective Services. Karen Dunlop is almost $10,500 better off than last year. One area that has seen changes since 2015's list is in the area of taxable benefits. Last year, all four employees appearing on the Sunshine List were each paid the same amount in benefits: $838.93. Brian Carré, Forbes Symon and Mark Guy were each paid the same this time: $874.90. But
Paul Hutt’s benefits were at $4,125.64; Karen Dunlop got $2,012.80, and Doug Scott received $1,547.12. These are significant increases over last year’s figures. While officials such as the CAO certainly need to be adequately paid for the job they do, and the municipality believe such salaries are necessary to bring in the most qualified people to those positions, it is still a matter of concern that some of those earning such large salaries still live and pay taxes in other municipalities. These six employees earned a total of $684,969.89 in salaries and $10,310.26 in benefits last year, a grand total of $695,280.15. The Municipality has also released figures showing the amount paid to our municipal councillors and mayor, and they do make for an interesting contrast to the salaries of the top six bureaucrats. Each one of our four Councillors is paid an Honorarium of $18,337.93 per year, along with benefits, travel costs, accommodation and cell phone use costs. Mayor David Gordon costs taxpayers $30,563.76, and he was paid an additional $2,112.89 in benefits in 2015. As Warden of the United Counties, he is
paid travel, conferences and accommodation costs by the UCLG. In total, our Municipal Council cost taxpayers $117,751.25 in 2015, of which $100,859.16 was in honoraria. That is in stark contrast to the salaries and benefits paid to just one of the top six staffers last year. An analysis of the benefits paid to Council shows that Barb Tobin loves her cell phone. Whereas Jim Bertram and Frank Onasanya racked up about $620 each in cell phone usage last year, the Deputy Mayor’s phone bill was double that, at $1,239.79. Councillor Tobin also received $1,559.10 for her work with the Police Services Board. Accommodation was another interesting item for Council. Jim Bertram charged not a single cent under that heading in 2015, where as Frank Onasanya charged $695.70. Once again, Barb Tobin topped the list, running up a bill for accommodation of $926.49. Interestingly, exCouncillor Tim Sutton’s bill for accommodation for his shortened period in office was still a hefty $918. In total, the 2016 Municipal Budget shows that Total Operations for the Mu-
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MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH GRENVILLE PRESENTATION OF THE BUSINESS CASE STUDY FOR KEMPTVILLE COLLEGE AS A MULTI-TENANT CAMPUS
UPCOMING MEETINGS COUNCIL Monday, April 11 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Monday, April 4 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre. For agenda information, please visit the Municipal website at www.northgrenville.ca/document-library.
LIBRARY CLOSURE
The North Grenville Public Library will be closed on Friday, April 8 for a staff professional development day.
WINTER PARKING RESTRICTIONS
Reminder that winter parking restrictions are in effect until April 15th. 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.
2016 DOG LICENSES
Renewal notices have be mailed to all currently registered dog owners. If you are not a currently registered dog owner, please contact By-Law Services at 613-258-2438 ext. 6 for further information. For information on Kennel Licenses, please contact By-Law Services.
2016 BURN PERMITS
In accordance with By-Law 33-12, a Burn Permit is required to conduct open burning on property located outside of the urban area. Burn Permits for 2016 are available at the Municipal Office or at the Fire Hall at 259 County Rd. 44 for a fee of $15. Please contact the Fire Hall at 613-258-2438 ext. 5 for conditions prior to burning The Municipality of North Grenville 285 County Road 44 PO Box 130 Kemptville, ON, K0G 1J0 Tel: 613-258-9569 Fax: 613-258-9620 general@northgrenville.on.ca Building: 613-258-4424 Fax: 613-258-1441 Fire Services Info: 613-258-2438 Fax: 613-258-1031 By-Law Services: 613-258-2438 ext. 6 Police Administration: 613-258-3441 Animal Control: 613-862-9002 www.NorthGrenville.ca
TAKE NOTICE that the Corporation of the Municipality of North Grenville will hold a public meeting on MONDAY, APRIL 18, 2016 at 7:00 pm at the North Grenville Municipal Centre (285 County Road 44) to consider the following item:
THE PURPOSE of the Business Case Study is to assess the concept of creating a municipal not-forprofit corporation responsibile for the operation, maintenance and eventual ownership of Kemptville College as a mult-tenant campus. The Business Case Study will form the basis of the decision by Council whether to proceed with securing Kemptville College.
The Municipality of North Grenville intends to amend the existing Consolidated Fees and Charges for Municipal Departments, being By-Law No. 102-15, as amended, in accordance with Section 7.(1) of the Building Code Act in order to:
BACKGROUND: Following the announcement by the University of Guelph in March of 2014 that it no longer intended to offer educational programming at the Kemptville College, the Municipality assumed a leadership role in coordinating and managing the desire to see this historic institution renewed as a driving force in the region’s economy. The Municipality partnered with a number of regional stakeholders in the preparation of a report which outlined a vision for a renewed Kemptville College:
1. Change Appendix B – Planning Development by updating the fees to achieve cost recovery for the services provided by the Building Division 2. Change Appendix B – Planning Development by adding the service of a sign permit and its corresponding fee 3. Change Appendix B – Planning Development by adding fees for re-inspection after 2nd consecutive inspection of same works and for works commencing without a permit
Kemptville College will be transformed into a multi-tenant campus offering research, education, training and economic development opportunities to various strategic, collaborative partners, as well as opportunities to deliver regional and provincial health and wellness services.
These changes are being made in order to move toward cost recovery for the services provided by the Building Division and to account for future growth in the municipality, which will increase the demand for these services.
Since January 2015, the Municipality has been working with the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs through a due diligence process which, if successful, would see the Municipality assume the operation and maintenance responsibilities of the 343 hectares (847 acres) of land associated with Kemptville College through a wholly owned municipal not-for-profit corporation. In addition to the operation and maintenance responsibilities, this new corporation would also assume the management responsibilities of the strategic partnerships and multiple tenants that would reside at the College. Ultimately, the Municipality is interested in assuming ownership of the Kemptville College from the Province of Ontario.
The fee for a sign permit is being added to reflect the need for a permit when a sign is erected and to include the cost recovery for this service. The fees being added for 2nd consecutive inspection of same works, and for works commencing without a permit, are to recognize these services provided by the Building Division and to move toward cost recovery of said services. ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or oral submissions either in support of or in opposition to the above item. In the event that you are unable to attend the meeting but wish to submit written comments, please ensure that your comments are delivered to the Planning and Building Department Office (285 County Road #44) prior to the day of the meeting.
In the fall of 2015, the Municipality retained the services of BDO Canada to complete the necessary Business Case Study required under Section 203 of the Municipal Act 2001 and Regulation 599/06, to assess the concept of creating a municipal not-for-profit corporation responsible for the operation, maintenance and eventual ownership of Kemptville College.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the specific details of the amendments are available, free of charge, through the Planning and Building Department Office during regular business hours from Monday to Friday telephone (613) 258-9569.
The Business Case Study will focus on a description of the proposed multi-tenant campus and an assessment of the market, technical, financial and organization details associated with such a venture. The report will provide a conclusion on the appropriateness of the Municipality of North Grenville proceeding with its vision for the future of Kemptville College, based on sound business principles.
DATED AT THE MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH GRENVILLE THIS 17th DAY OF MARCH, 2016 Forbes Symon, Director of Planning & Development PO Box 130, Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0 Phone (613) 258-9569 Fax (613) 258-1441 fsymon@northgrenville.on.ca
DATED AT THE MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH GRENVILLE THIS 21ST DAY OF MARCH 2016.
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TAKE NOTICE that the Corporation of the Municipality of North Grenville will be receiving the Business Case Study for Kemptville College prepared by BDO Canada on MONDAY, APRIL 4, 2016 at 6:30 pm at the North Grenville Municipal Centre (285 County Road 44) in accordance with Section 203 of the Municipal Act 2001 and Regulation 599/06.
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by David Shanahan It may seem like just a little request, but it means a lot to the residents of Oxford Mills who have fond memories of the old gazebo that once stood at the centre of Maplewood park. That old wooden shelter, decorative and picturesque, had seen many and varied events in the
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photo by Peter Voth Gazebo at Maplewood Park was the backdrop for many weddings and special events
or two from the $2 million we pay them every year? The NG Times will certainly add to the pot, and, in no time at all, we could have a new focus for the park. This heritage-rich beauty spot, once the municipal centre of Oxford-on-Rideau, and where community fairs have been held since before Confederation, deserves more than a simple “no” from our municipal leaders.
Canada’s birthday. But, if Council has its way, there’ll be no such treasure in Maplewood Park for Canada’s 150th next year. First of all, the Oxford Mills Community Association [OMCA] asked for $10,000 in the budget to build a new and better gazebo: one with electric power. Council said no. So, a local developer offered to help with the project, and OMCA went back to Council with a lower amount - just $5,000, the rest to come from the community. The grinches said no again. Barb Tobin, that fervent supporter of the Community Association, the one who made sure OMCA lost control of Maplewood Hall, decided that more research needed to be done. “I think there needs to be more design build here and reflection of what type of gazebo is accessible and would serve the purposes”, she said, with her usual sharp and clear use of the language. Let’s have more design build, by all means, whatever that is, and let the well-paid people in the municipality contribute something too. Six staff members, each earning more than $100,000 a year of our taxes, could easily donate a couple of hundred each. Giving something back to the community. Maybe the OPP could throw in a hundred
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Happy Trails by Peter Johnson Interested reader and infrequent North Gremlin, Jane No-Good-All took time from her animated research the other day to drop me a line. Naturally I picked it up. The point of her query was to ascertain how one would go about finding topics to fill the occasionally allotted column space in the ever-informative NG Times. This sounded interesting to me. It was the kind of question that I had been thinking of checking into myself, for quite some time; so I decided to investigate. It appears that step 1 would be to check the news sites to see what was there in the form of inspiring topics. On this date, somewhere between Good Friday and Easter Monday, the hot topics dealt with the aftermath of the bombings in Belgium, the aftermath of the Ghomeshi Trial and the possible aftermath of the upcoming election in the U.S. Step 2: If none of the above are exciting enough to arouse even the slightest whisper of interest, then a search of non-news sites is called for. This step can be quite whimsical. What caught my eye this time was 'Strange Facts'. (A cautionary note: this can be either humourous or depressing, depending upon how you view the situation). Read on to see what I mean. On the topic of music and notes: 'Most toilets flush in E-flat.' Wow! And to go along with that note, most locomotive's horns are in F-sharp (but at the bottom of the mine shaft after the piano was dumped down there, one finds A-flat minor). Bad pun. That was only slightly depressing. How about, 'Two tonnes of space dust and debris falls on the Earth each day.' Or, back to the bathroom: '40,000 Americans are injured by toilets each year'. They're not talking bathroom injuries here, but rather trauma due to encounters with toilets. How does a stationary object end up being the cause of injury? Now we're starting to get to the puzzling part. Lest we start feeling too superior, up here in The Great White North, 'in each province, every month, a UFO sighting is reported.' Oh, oh. That's not good. On a similarly depressing note, 'the average Canadian drinks 600 soft drinks a year.' That's almost two a day. Good lord, that's not smart. On to language... The only word in English that contains all five vowels, March 30, 2016
arranged in alphabetical order is...wait for it....'facetiously' No, I'm not trying to be funny. (I think it's the only one; if you come up with another, follow Jane No-Good-All's example.) 'Cats sleep for 70% of their lives'. Now that's depressing. Why bother with a pet that can spend 70% of its time ignoring you, 10% of its time eating and ignoring you, another 10% of its time making a noxious mess in the pussy-poopem-inum box and ignoring you, 9% of its time grooming and 1% of its time polishing your ankle so you will scratch its ears or put more food in its bowl or change it gross kitty litter box? If you give a dog a warm bed, lots of food, love and affection, it will think you are a king (or queen). Do the same thing for a cat, and it thinks it is royalty. But, I digress... ‘No one knows who invented the fire hydrant'. Seriously. The patent office where the patents were being held, burned down. You can't make this stuff up! 'There are more plastic flamingos in Canada than there are real ones.' Well, duh, of course. But the same is true for our neighbours to the south, the ones afflicted with an infestation called 'Donald'. 'During its lifetime, an oyster changes its sex from male to female, and back, several times.' Is it just me, or do you also find that a bit peculiar. And back to washrooms again: 'Winston Churchill was born in the ladies room, during a dance.' From there, his life just kept getting more and more unique. 'Raindrops fall at about 7 miles per hour'. But how high do they start from, and why don't they go faster? '99% of the Earth's gold is (hidden away, far from grasping humans), at its core'. The total amount of gold ever mined by humans would be only enough to construct about half of the Peace Tower. Seriously? As I sit at my keyboard, the longest word I can type with only my left hand is 'stewardesses'. And while we are on about keyboards, that pound key, the one that looks like this: #, is called an 'ocotroph'. Similarly, that funny little formation you have under your nose, on your upper lip - yeah, the one that they claim is the only part on your body with no name? That one is called the 'filltrum'. And on and on it goes. So you see my point. This is how you can put together
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submitted by Lyn O'Callaghan Kemptville Wildcats Baseball and Softball Club will host their annual Umpire Clinic on April 9 from 9-2 pm at the North Grenville District High School. KWBSC invites prospective Umpires ages from 12 and up to register for the free clinic. Umpires can be anyone from our community. The Club invites anyone that is interested in starting a career in Umpiring to attend. We are especially looking for adults that are willing to be paid for their time. Games are local to Kemptville and Merrickville. It is not necessary to be a registered member of the Wildcats in order to umpire for the Club. To register for the Clinic please email Jeremy MacDonald at president@kemptvillewildcats.com Lunch will be provided for everyone. The clinic will teach the skills and tactics that are important to be able to be a base umpire and a plate umpire for all Baseball and Softball Divisions. Registrants will need to wear comfortable clothing so that they will be able to move easily. New this year to the Umpire section will be a mentor program for all junior umpires, as well as staff meetings every two weeks to help new umpires get acclimatised with their new career. This opportunity provides sound learning and support for all umpires in the Wildcats Club.
by the sports guy Although the boys experienced a disappointing fifth game on Ottawa ice due to a controversial call, they have nothing to be ashamed of, as they showed class with determination as Ron Tugnutt owner and coach expresses: “This year’s team surpassed all previous 73's teams in all categories. Also first ever playoff win. Jason Tackett first team all star and Matt Tugnutt 3rd team all star. It was the most enjoyable year to coach as we had 100% buy in from all players. We were also fortunate to have the best captain in the league, with a really strong supporting leadership group. We have improved four straight years, and with a strong returning group we look to continue our climb to become an elite team in our league for years to come.” The following awards were handed out at a special gathering: Volunteer: Bob Harlow Peterson Community Service: Cameron Russell Scholastic Player: Alex Rowe Ryan Forbes Heart and Desire: Tyler Beauparlant Forrest Christie Most Dedicated: Quinn Wichers Jack Nixon Sportsman & Athleticism: Adam Alavi Kirk Quail Top Postseason Performer: Matt Tugnutt Clara Thompson Rookie: Bobby Dow Hudson Memorial Most Improved: Jake Gaudet Three Stars Award: Nicholas Hodgins Ron Perkins Top Graduating: Jason Tackett Manfred Boal Top Defense: Quinn Wichers Owner's Award: Brandon Cole David Rigby MVP: Alex Rowe
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What is a Food Inventory? Submitted by Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit Dana Hawthorne, MScFN, RD foodcoreLGL has recently launched its Food Inventory. The Food Inventory is an online listing of all of the food assets in LGL. Food assets are programs, businesses and organizations that are related to food; and this includes: farmers’ markets, restaurants, community gardens and food banks, just to name a few. The community asked for a one stop shop for everything related to food and nutrition, so with a collaborative effort between foodcoreLGL and many community partners the Food Inventory was created. The inventory is separated into five sections. The first section includes programs and businesses related to the Growing and Gathering of Food, the second section is on Preparing and Eating Food, the third provides Help for Getting Food, the fourth has information on Buying Food and the fifth section deals with Sustaining our Environment. All of the sections in the inventory link back to the LGL Food Charter and show how communities are working towards the Food Charter visions across Leeds, Grenville and Lanark. Growing and Gathering Food: In the first section of the inventory, you are connected with local community gardens to join, as well as places to buy your own seeds and plants to start your own garden. This section provides resources to help with growing food, gardening and farming. It also links to local gleaning programs, where leftover harvest is picked and eaten or donated. Find the Food Inventory online at foodcoreLGL.ca, or call the Health Action Line at 1-800-660-5853 for more information on the Food Inventory. March 30, 2016
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Deepak’s story told in court
When the NG Times first broke the story of a body being discovered in a gym bag in the South Branch River last October, it seemed at first that this could be a local case of murder or manslaughter. Why would a body be dumped in the river close to Bishop’s Mills, if those involved were not from around North Grenville? The most disturbing aspect of the events at that time was the effect it had on the unsuspecting young person who found the bag in the river, and their family who fished it out and made the gruesome discovery. The subsequent investigation dragged them further into a nightmare not of their choosing. Three men were subse-
quently arrested in connection with the body, identified as that of Deepak BeaudoinReichmann, aged just 27, and the trail of one of the accused has ended at Brockville with another 27-year old, David Lojk of Ottawa, being sentenced to 5½ years in prison. The other two accused will go to trial soon. Sadly, the story of what happened to Deepak, and how he came to be dumped in the South Branch, is even more tragic than was originally thought. This was not a drug deal gone bad, or a violent death at the hands of criminals: it was a slow and unnecessary one while the people around him sat, watched, and did nothing
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On the 23rd of March 2016 just after 5 pm, Prescott OPP officers were dispatched to a store located at 109 Churchill Road in the Town of Prescott. It was learned that two female youths aged 8 and 12 were approached by an unknown adult male who offered to buy them balloons from the store if they got into the van. When the girls refused, the man indicated he would find them at another time. As the girls continued
to walk down the road, the van pulled up again and the male got out and held open the passenger door. The van was being driven by an unknown adult female. The youths then returned to the store and asked the clerk for assistance. Van was described as a burgundy Montana type van. Male description: Middle aged (50 – 70 yrs.) Approx. 5’10” - Medium build Moustache (Long and scraggly) Short White / Grey Hair
The North Grenville Times and the others sat there for hours, as Deepak’s condition slowly deteriorated and until he finally died. They then wrapped the body in a rug, put it into a duffel bag, and headed out to North Grenville, where they left it in the South Branch. All of those involved in this tragedy worked in the restaurant industry around the Byward Market in Ottawa, a circle that is notoriously swamped with cocaine and ecstasy, as well as other drugs, and in the days after Deepak’s death there were other drug fatalities within that community. Deepak’s death has raised the issue of unnecessary deaths taking
to help him. Afraid of being prosecuted themselves for drug possession if they called an ambulance or the police, the young men sitting in Lijk’s apartment on Lisgar Street in Ottawa had taken drugs, thought to have been MDMA (Ecstasy, or E) and cocaine that caused Deepak to decline into a state of disorientation and distress. Lojk texted friends, asking for advice about what to do. The texts were read out in court, and quoted Lojk saying that Deepak was "really messed up" and that "his head is sideways, eyes open in different directions, not responding to name, groaning.” But in spite of being urged to get him to the hospital, Lojk
The Voice of North Grenville place because those who could call for help fear arrest for possession, or use, themselves. David Lojk was facing drug charges at the time Deepak got into distress, which is why he was unwilling to call 911. Some experts in the field in Ottawa say that as many as half of all drug overdoses in Ottawa lead to a 911 call, always out of fear of prosecution. A Private Members Bill in Parliament may be an answer to this dilemma. The Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act has been tabled by British Columbia MP Ron McKinnon, and is scheduled for Second Reading in April. Mr. McKinnon told CBC in a recent
interview that the act would not protect someone from being charged for serious offenses such as trafficking or impaired driving, but it would mean that the accused would not be charged with simple possession of drugs if they called 911. He is hopeful that the bill could become law by the end of the year. Deepak’s sister, in a statement outside the court after the sentencing of Lojk, made a simple plea: “Even if it's just taking them to a hospital and dropping them off or throwing them in a cab, do something. Don't just sit around and watch them die.
Sentencing delayed in the death of Roy Chapman
Supreme Court Justice Brian Abrams has delayed sentencing in the case of North Grenville resident, Mark Gagne, who was found guilty last November of dangerous driving causing the death of another local resident Roy Chapman. On June 1, 2014, Gagne was driving erratically on Townline Road when he swerved and struck Roy Chapman, who was riding his bicycle. Mr. Chapman was hit from behind and thrown against the windscreen of Gagne’s car with such force that the air bag in the car deployed. In spite of the obvious seriousness of the collision, Gagne drove away, leaving Roy’s wife, Lori, to deal with the situation. Lori and Roy had been cycling down the quiet road and she was fortunate not to be hit by the car herself. In Brockville court Monday, Gagne expressed his remorse in a statement to the court, but the Crown noted that he has previous convictions for impaired driving and a five-year driving suspension. He has been in custody since November, 2014, when he was arrested for breaching the terms of his bail by drinking alcohol. His attorney argued before the court that his stay in custody should be counted against any prison time he will serve for the death of Roy Chapman, but there was disagreement between Crown and Defense as to how that time served should be calculated. Crown Attorney Alan Findlay is asking for a 5-7 year jail sentence and a lifetime ban on driving. Defense Attorney, Michael Johnston is asking for a lighter sentence, given that Gagne pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of the collision. He claims his client is suffering from post traumatic stress, following the death of his father in a traffic accident when he was a young boy. The judge decided to consider arguments and deliver his sentencing decision on May 13. Lori Chapman provided a Victim Impact Statement, ready by the Crown Attorney, in which she noted that, as a Christian, she had forgiven Gagne, and did not seek revenge, nor was she bitter. But it was important that Gagne be held responsible for his actions, considering the damage he had inflicted on so many people.
Wearing jeans and a Purple T-Shirt with ‘Bowling for Kids’ logo in white letters. Male was the passenger in the vehicle. Female description: Older Middle aged (50-70 yrs.) Heavy build. Hair in Pony tail. Investigation is ongoing at this time. Anyone with information on the above occurrence is asked to call Grenville County O.P.P. Communication Centre at 1-888-310-1122, the Prescott Detachment at 613925-4221 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-(TIPS) 8477 or submit your tip on-line at www.tipsubmit.com. Crime Stoppers does not want your name, you don't go to court, and you could earn cash reward.
DRUG WARRANT in NORTH GRENVILLE The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau - Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU), the OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau - Biker Enforcement Unit (BEU) and members of the OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) executed a Controlled Drug and Substance Search Warrant at a residence in North Grenville. Shortly after 5:30 am on March 23, police entered a residence on McGovern Road and seized a quantity of cocaine, a switch blade and currency. A male, aged 33, is charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and unauthorized possession of a weapon. Also, two counts of failing to comply with a recognizance and possession of a weapon contrary to a prohibition order. He was held in custody to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice. A female, aged 27, is charge with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and unauthorized possession of a weapon. She was released and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice, Kemptville on April 5, 2016. Anyone with information on the above occurrence is asked to call Grenville County O.P.P. Communication Centre at 1-888-310-1122, the Kemptville Detachment at 613-258-3441 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-(TIPS) 8477 or submit your tip on-line at www.tipsubmit.com. Crime Stoppers does not want your name, you don't go to court, and you could earn cash reward. March 30, 2016
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Bishop’s Mills Annual Fund-Raising Concert, 7:30 pm at the Community Hall. Featuring Kristine St.Pierre, Mally Krock and George Buys. Tickets are $12 and available from Catherine Johnson at 613-866-1961. Clothing Drive fundraiser for Merrickville Public School’s new playground, 9 am to 4:30 pm, Merrickville Public School Parking Lot (306 Drummond Street East). The Score has graciously paired with us and will pay us by the pound for all the clothes that we collect. Bishop’s Mills Annual Fund-Raising Concert, 7:30 pm at the Community Hall. Featuring Chris Angel, Kristine St.Pierre and George Buys. Tickets are $12 and available from Catherine Johnson at 613-866-1961. 2nd Annual Ukraine Dinner – Fellowship Hour 5-6 pm, Dinner 6 pm at The New Rideau Restaurant. Tickets are $35 each and can be purchased online at worldhope.ca, by calling Richinda at 613.482.1499 or at The New Rideau Restaurant. St. John’s United Church invites you to come celebrate our ‘Spring and New Growth’ Session. We will sing songs, hear a bible story, make crafts and share a meal together. All are welcome. For more information contact Cassi at (613) 258-3259 OR stjohnsk@magma.ca Spring Fair, hosted by Girl Guides, 50 Water St., Oxford Mills. Vendors, contests, BBQ lunch, carnival games and much more. Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction, St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, 319 Prescott Street. Doors open 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Featuring Salad Bar, dessert and beverage served by our youth. Great auction items available. Adults: $10, Children 6-12: $5, Children 5 and Under: Free For advance tickets call Corina Blondin @ 613-715-3049. Tickets also available at the door. Bridal Invitational, Kemptville Suites, 103 Clothier, 12 noon. Educational sessions with local professionals to discuss the do’s and don’ts for planning your wedding. Tickets are $25 for two people. Visit https://www.facebook.com/Bridalinvitationalkemptville for deals and FREE Tickets! Sunday Service and Soup Fest, Oxford Mills United Church, 11 am. 5 different kinds of soups from lovely ladies in the community, as well as soup from our Village restaurant. Coffee, Tea and Juice provided. Please bring your friends and family for a wonderful afternoon
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BNI Networking Group Breakfast, Grenville Mutual Insurance Building, 380 Colonnade Drive, 7- 8:30 am. Call 613-918-0430 for more information. Bridge- St. John’s United Church, 12:15 pm. Cost $4. "All levels of bridge players welcome. "Info, contact Sandra at 613-258-2691. The Branch Artisans Guild, North Grenville Community Church, 2659 Concession Street every 3rd Tuesday, 7 pm. New members welcomed! NG Photography Club - first Wednesday of every month from 7-9 pm at the Auditorium of the Municipal Centre. Check our website for more information on outings and upcoming events. ngphotoclub.ca Klub 67 Euchre every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, 1:15 pm. St. John's United Church downstairs. Everyone welcome, $5.00. 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 Wed. of the month, 1:15 pm, St. John's United Church downstairs. Everyone welcome, $5.00. Kemptville Legion cribbage night, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. Start time 7 pm. All welcome. Come and play for fun. Bridge - 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 1st & 3rd Thurs. of the month, 7 pm at O’Farrell’s Financial Services, Cty Rd 44. Info, call 258-7665. Kemptville Concert Band.7 pm at North Grenville D.H.S. Come join us for a great evening of music. Wind instruments and percussionists of all levels welcome! Contact: dennis843@gmail.com Twice The Fun Games (206 Prescott Street) is your host for Game Night, 6-10 pm, 2nd and 4th Friday every month. Bring your favourite game or borrow one from their library. All ages welcome The Kerith Debt Freedom Centre. Confidential coaches will help you get out of debt and stay out of debt. Free, open on the 2nd and 4th Sat. of the month from 9:30-11:30 at the NG Community Church. Appointments can be made at kdfc.ca or by calling 613-258-4815 x103. Kemptville Legion breakfast, 8 - 10 am third Saturday of every month. Adults $5. Children under 12 $3. All welcome. Twice The Fun Games (206 Prescott Street) selects a game for their "Learn to Play" event. 1-4 pm. No experience needed. Kemptville and Area Walking Group, Municipal Centre - Early birds: 8 am, others 8:30 am. Contact: Eva 258-4487. Senior’s Fitness Classes, free of charge, 10-11 am at the Pentecostal Church, Hwy 43 west. Male or female over age 50. Wear running shoes, bring water and light handweights (2-3 lbs) if you have them. www.ngtimes.ca
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SERVICES MATH TUTORING, qualified teacher. Grades 7-11, 8-9pm in old town 613.863.5639 CFSC $ CRFSC Courses and exams Steve Hoy 613.258.6162 2shoy@xplornet.com DOG PROBLEMS? Professional Assistance Dog Trainer. Positive methods. Get results 613.809.1076 DJ’S RENOVATONS. Were committed to your Renovation. We do it all. 613.698.5733 The Plumb”Mur” Plus Bathroom PLUS more. Murray 613.519.5274 nmmuir@gmail. com One pick up truck of hardwood firewood $150 delivered 513.314.9327 Mobile Foot Care - TOES IN NEED 613.858.4383 If you want to purchase AVON products, call Joan 613.258.7644 Frame Local! Country Ways Custom Picture framing 613.322.6484 dam5@bell.net Heartburn, bloated, frequent colds? Digestive issue solutions. Carol Pillar R.H.N. Nutrition Coach 613.258.7133 support@ wholesumapproach.com Heather’s Healthy Homemade dog Treats, made to order 613.699.7458 heatherflowers94@yahoo.ca Stucco & Parging Services, also specializing in repointing & chinking. Free estimates. cedarrockcontracting@gmail.com 613.818.5187 Call Cinderella to look after your Alzhiemer or Parkinson loved one 613.859.4644 Lessons piano, guitar, ukulele, group singing and more. Your place or mine. 613.720.3531 Certified Packer can help you prepare for your move. Cinderella 613.859.4644 PIANO LESSONS for everyone. All styles, all ages. 613 324.0382 www.kemptvillemusic.com SEWING: Weddings to alterations at Stonehouse sewing. Call Sharon 613 224 3182
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Rural Home Care servicesAffordable, personal, professional & experienced care for your loved one. 613.868.0356
free area, 14 ft overhead doors and mandoors, heat available. Kemptville Colonnade area. Call 613.258.1133 or 613.229.0566
Entertainment unit with fireplace insert 66” Lx20” Dx31” H $450 excellent condition 613.519.5281
FREE DRUM LESSON!!! Professional drummer offering FREE trial lessons...no obligation! 613 298 5913 www.drumhead.ca
1 bedroom apartment, Kemptville area, Country Setting, 2nd floor, 4 appliances, WIFI & Satellite TV $920 incl. First & last. No pets. 613.404.6701
CLOTHES DRYER, full size, 14 yrs old, in excellent working order. $100 613.258.5558
ONE ON ONE Computer Training: Sigma Computer Systems is now offering 1/2 hour classes on Saturdays. Please call 613.258.9716 for more information HANDY MAN specializing in renovations & house staging. We do it all CALL 613.294.2416 MESS “S.O.S.!” sarahlystiuk@gmail.com Free monthly articles straight to your inbox! You Name It, I Can Sew It. Call Rhonda at 258-5248 MR & MRS CLEAN residential/ commercial cleaning. Mrandmrsclean613@gmail.com, 613867-2184 HOUSECLEANING- Every working Mother and Father needs a House Wife. Sandi 613-2197277 Fencing and Deck Specialist, Renovations 20 yrs experience Brian 613 215 0805 Property clean-up, trees/brush/yard waste, scrap metal, dump runs, anything removed. Call Wayne Scott at 613 286 9072 Complete Home Property Clean up: house cleaning, dump runs, etc. Call Al’s Clean up services 613.258.3847 613.295.0300 Rock My House music lessons in fiddle, piano, drums and more. 613 258 5656 Handyman/Contractor with years of experience. No job too big or small. Unlimited references, call for free estimate 613.791.8597 FOR RENT Retail space available. May 1st. 500 ft2 613.806.3608. Furnished Room For Rent in Oxford Mills, $650 a month. Call 613.294.7420 Commercial warehouse (up to 6,000 Sq Ft, will divide) and office (500 Sq Ft) to rent/ lease. 18 ft ceilings, column
Nordic wood stove, used one season, good for small area. Asking $550. 258.1246
Modern 2 bedroom basement apartment with fridge and stove. $900 per month includes heat, hydro and TV. No dogs. Oxford Mills area, available April 1. Call 613.220.0426 or 613.258.3648
2011 John Deer Tractor JD 2720 Tractor, JD 46 Backhoe with 16 & 9 buckets, JD 200CX front end loader. Used only 123 hours for personal landscaping, no winters. Asking $27,500.00 or OBO. 613.215.0674
Room for rent in downtown Kemptville within walking distance of all amenities. Heat, hydro, internet incl. $500. Call 618 878 4738.
Quality Grass Horse Hay 4x5 rounds Jon 613.227.3650 5 PC. PEAVEY DRUM SET w/highhat $350.00 O.B.O 613.808.4725 613.258.6413
Commercial space for rent 513-b Prescott St. All Inclusive $750/month, Available NOW 613.794.3551
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Firewood-Hardwood cut, split and delivered, $100/cord, Min. 3 chords. Call Peter at 258-5504 or 613-913-0810
Renovated Ground Floor Office 1,900 sqft, 200 Sanders St. Kemptville 613.795.2389
Firewood-Mixed hardwood $100 per cord delivered. Call Charlie at 613-989-2768.
Kemptville, 512 Clothier, 2 bedroom apartment in a seniors building, $863 + utilities, no smoking, no pets. 613 294 6819
4 summer tires Goodrich P205/55R16 for sale $125. After 5:30 613.258.7426 Firewood-Mixed hardwood $100 per cord delivered. Call John at 613-227-3650
WANTED Looking for Sax & Keyboard players for versatile local band 613.283.9543
HELP WANTED Experienced Roofer needed, for spring, must have own equipment and truck Please Call or text 613-894-5210”
Cedar/Pine saw log wanted. Minimum 8inch small end 6 1/2 - 12 foot length Call Bill 613 269 7928.
PERSONAL ASSISTANT REQUIRED for quadriplegic new mother. Day, weekend, overnight and evening shifts to be filled. Successful candidate would assist with any and all daily tasks, including but not limited to; personal care & hygiene, meal prep, basic housekeeping, errands, limited basic infant care, etc. No experience necessary, will train right candidate. Must have valid drivers license. Please respond in confidence with Resume to simply. vogue@hotmail.com
Senior needs old car batteries for making weights. Call 613 258 6254
FOR SALE 1 pickup truck of hardwood firewood. $150 delivered. 613 314 9327 2015 Mercury 15HP short shaft manual start. 2015 Princecraft aluminum boat MODEL UNGAUA; both brand new, never seen water. $5000, very firm. 2 year warranty left on motor. Call Jim at 613 - 421-1385.
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Blockhouse Museum is accepting applications for summer 2016 Blockhouse Interpreters. Email Ann Martin, President, Merrickville and District Historical Society: acm.mapletale@gmail for more information or to submit your application or call 613-269-2042.
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Activity Aide Position Bayfield Manor Nursing Home Must be able to function independently and be creative in their approach to resident activities Part time/casual hours Qualifications: Diploma or enrolled in Recreation and Leisure Services Nursing Home experience High degree of computer competency If interested please submit a cover letter and resume to: Bayfield Manor Nursing Home Attn: Kelly Vander Velde 100 Elvira St., POBag 3000 Kemptville, Ont. K0G1J0 Ph: 258-7484. Fax: 258-3838 kvandervelde@extendicare.ca
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He is risen! by David Shanahan “If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised. And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith...For if the dead are not raised, then Christ has not been raised either. And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins. Then those also who have fallen asleep in Christ are lost.” [1 Cor. 15. 13-18] That quote from Paul sums up the fundamental importance of the Resurrection of Jesus, which is the reason why many Christians celebrate Easter. Like Christmas, the origins of Easter lie in pre-Christian times, ancient festivals that were appropriated after a form of Christianity became the State religion of the Roman Empire under Constantine. It seemed like a good idea at the time to link the rising of the Son with a pagan festival marking the vernal equinox, the coming of Spring and brighter days. The festival was originally associated with the followers of Eastre, a goddess of the Germanic peoples, or even with possibly older religions. Eggs and bunnies at Easter derive from those origins, as symbols of fertility and life. The result, of course, is that many people today have no idea why they celebrate Easter, or why they have chocolate eggs and bunnies as part of their enjoyment. Christians, instead, link the Resurrection with Passover and focus on the historical re-
ality of what happened around April, AD 33. As Paul says in the quote from Corinthians, the physical resurrection of Jesus is an essential fact for Christians. If he did not rise from the dead, then Christianity loses all its credibility. Why? Because his resurrection was the proof of who he was and what he claimed he achieved through his death on the cross. The early Christians went everywhere preaching the death and resurrection of Jesus as central to everything they believed. His death and resurrection went together in their minds: the death without the resurrection was a tragedy. The resurrection put the seal of truth on everything Jesus had said, preached and promised. It is still the pivotal event: if Jesus was not raised, Christianity is nothing. However, “...if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit who lives in you.” [Romans 8.11] “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord’, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” [Romans 10.9] “By his power God raised the Lord from the dead, and he will raise us also.” [1 Cor. 6.14] Belief in the physical resurrection of Jesus is fundamental to Christianity. In a previous series of articles, I discussed the evidence for the historical truth of the resurrection, but now I just want to emphasise that it was, in fact, a physical event. The resurrection was not symbolic: it was not the “spirit” of Jesus that rose again. It was
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not his teachings, inspiring his followers to press on in the face of his death, that was preached around the world. It was Christ, risen. Not like Lazarus, who was simply (!) brought back to life by Jesus. Resurrection meant something much more. Not resuscitated, but resurrected, changed and altogether different, yet the same person who could eat and drink and cook and talk as before. A new kind of life. A life that we do and will share: “...he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit who lives in you.” That new life has already begun in all those who have received the Holy Spirit: the seal put on a new creation. What does this change in a life? Absolutely everything. Paul, again, states the opposing positions: “If the dead are not raised, ‘Let us eat and drink, for tomorrow we die’.” [1 Corinthians 15.32] If Jesus did not rise, then he is not alive and is not who he said he was. If death is the end, then why not live to enjoy life as fully as selfishly possible? But, if the Resurrection is true, and Jesus is who he said he was, then: “...we know that since Christ was raised from the dead, he cannot die again; death no longer has mastery over him.” [Romans 6.9] The Resurrection, the reason Christians celebrate Easter, is fundamental to how we live now and forever. If Jesus is alive, then we can, indeed, know him and allow his Spirit to change us, in our minds, our spirits, in how we live every day. Because he rose from the dead, I know that he died to forgive me and
restore me to fellowship with God. I am what I could never be otherwise: a child of God and someone who shares in his very life. It’s a long way from chocolate bunnies and Easter eggs. There is the choice: either the Resurrection of Jesus is the most pivotal event in human history, nothing else coming close, or else it never happened and we have no hope, no eternity, no point or ultimate purpose and meaning. “And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins. Then those also who have fallen asleep in Christ are lost.”
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This photo, by Alan Fricker, was submitted to the latest photo club challenge 'Texture'.
Blockhouse Interpreters wanted for Summer 2016
If you want to deliver interpretive presentations, programs and activities to provide visitors to Merrickville and the historic Blockhouse Museum with opportunities to discover, appreciate, learn about and enjoy the place and its natural and cultural resources, then the Merrickville and District Historical Society would like to hear from you. Over 10,000 visitors stop at the Blockhouse annually and their appreciation of all that Merrickville has to offer is enhanced by meeting positive, cheerful and knowledgeable staff who are willing to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with the public. Bilingual candidates or those willing to work in their second official language are preferred. The Historical Society and the Village of Merrickville-Wolford are equal opportunity employers, committed to representing the diverse communities they serve. We encourage applications from minorities, aboriginal people, women and peoples with disabilities. The Historical Society can supply the historical training if you bring your enthusiasm, interpersonal skills and a willingness to work as part of a team. Applications are now being accepted from high school and post-secondary students for the summer 2016 season. Applicants must be available to work full time (40 hrs/week) from mid-June to Labour Day Weekend. For more information or to submit your application electronically, please contact Ann Martin, President, Merrickville and District Historical Society at acm.mapletale@gmail.com.
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The Settlement that passed us by: part 3 by David Shanahan The plan to bring in settlers to farm the lands around the Rideau, and so provide a barrier to any future American invasion, ran into trouble very quickly. A deep division had developed within Upper Canada which led to serious opposition to the settlement project. Lieutenant Governor Francis Gore has been in England since 1811, unable to get back to Upper Canada once war had erupted. He did not return to the province until September 1815. In the meantime, responsibility for implementing the settlement project had fallen to Sir Gordon Drummond, who had been appointed Commanderin-Chief in April, 1815. The land settlement was to be administered by the Military Settling Department, a military body, while the actual survey of lands and issuing of patents would fall to the Crown Lands Department of the Surveyor General, part of the administration headed by Gore. Drummond was completely committed to the military need for the project. He had been Commander in Upper Canada during the war, and understood the urgent need both for the new communication route, and the settlers needed to protect the route in case of future conflicts. For him, the settlement project was a priority and a compact settlement along the proposed Rideau route was the main aim of the entire enterprise. Gore, on the other hand, related far more to the “natural” people of Upper Canada: the United Loyalists. These original settlers had great pride in their identity, in the letters “U.E.” after their names, and they had always
looked with suspicion on the influx of American immigrants before 1812. The war itself had reinforced their idea that they alone were the real loyalists, the ones with a natural right to rule and to see their ideology and culture dominate in a British colony. Gore completely identified with this view and this led him to look with great distaste on the plans to import so many new settlers. He had two main objections. The first was that Drummond was demanding the use of the Crown Reserves in the eastern townships. These comprised one-seventh of the lots in each Township, set aside to be rented or sold for the benefit of the Crown. Gore and his Government wanted these to be granted instead to the numerous Loyalists who had yet to receive their full allocation of lands. He refused to hand them over to the Military Settling Department. His second objection to the new influx of settlers was based on the fact that giving them free land would somehow devalue the land grants of the Loyalists. The latter would no longer have the special status they so valued, that acknowledged their sacrifices and losses to the Americans because of the loyalty to the Crown. This disagreement between Gore and Drummond went on throughout much of 1815 and 1816 and led to serious delays in locating new arrivals. A report in 1815 had shown that there was not enough land in the older townships to allow for the compact settlement originally envisaged for the scheme. Ultimately, the Lieutenant Governor solved the problem by ordering a new range of townships to be surveyed on the north side of the Rideau in
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March, 1816. Later on, when it became clear that much of the land in these new townships was very poor indeed, Gore decided to name them after Drummond and some of Gore’s opponents in the British Governments: Bathurst, Beckwith and Goulbourn. Opposition to Drummond came from another unexpected source: the new arrivals themselves. A group of Scottish emigrants petitioned Gore not to send them to the Rideau, preferring instead the balmier climate of the Bay of Quinte. Their reasoning was: The crops on the Rideau are subject to hurt from early frosts - the lands are badly watered for cattle - at an immense distance from the St. Lawrence and no water conveyance for their wood and produce...the advantages of the Upper Country [include] a great superiority of soil and climate, a much longer season for carrying on farming operations, and many other similar advantages appear of incalculable advantage to them. They also raised an issue which went to the heart of the situation. It was hoped in Government circles that the success of these emigrants in Upper Canada would lead to others back home following them out, based on the good reports which would be sent home in letters. The Scottish petitioners basically blackmailed Gore that they would not send such glowing reports back if they were forced to settle on the Rideau: ....how galling then would it be for them not to attain their object, now when so near it and how much disappointed would their friends and acquaintances be at home, who only wait for a favourable report from the Petitioners before coming out
by Hilary Thomson The air was full of energy and enthusiasm at the Merrickville Community Centre last Wednesday evening for the public information session organized by Merrickville Bridge to Canada, the community group which has pledged to bring a family of Syrian refugees to the community. The meeting was led by both the Chair of the group, Audrey Bridge, and ViceChair Jacques Pelletier. Deputy Mayor Anne Barr was also there to show the council’s support for the initiative. “I want to express my admiration for these individuals who saw beyond the barriers and are stepping up and giving us, as a community, the opportunity to make a difference in the world.” Merrickville Bridge to Canada has partnered with many organizations in order to make the process of applying for and welcoming a refugee family as seamless as possible. Stephanie Gilmer of World Hope Canada is working closely with them to ensure they have the right organizational framework, as well as liaising with the sponsorship agreement holder, who will eventually be the one sending the fully-vetted family they select their way. The program that Merrickville Bridge to Canada is taking part in is a blended private/ governmental sponsorship,
where they are responsible for covering any start up costs (roughly $7,000) and half of the $20,000 that has been deemed necessary to support a family for one year. “Canada is the only country that has this type of private sponsorship program,” Stephanie says proudly. “Nothing can beat a community welcoming a family with open arms.” Audrey says that the group has been extremely happy with the amount of support they have received from the community thus far. Apart from the MerrickvilleWolford Council, they also have MPP Steve Clark, The Legion, The Lions Club, The Library, RBC and Fulford Academy on board. Rideau Community Health Services have also been a huge help and will be ready to offer medical and dental services to the family once they arrive. Audrey says they have even identified potential employment for an adult male, should he be able to perform manual labour. “We thought it was important, because it can be very disheartening for a man of a household not to have a job.” Audrey says. Temporary housing has also been secured, as Audrey and her husband Kevin have decided to open their home to the family until they can find appropriate permanent lodging.
Merrickville Bridge to Canada has also partnered with other groups like Refugees in North Grenville (RING) and Community Alliance for Refugee Resettlement (CARR) in Perth, both of which are much further along in the process. RING has just finished applying for their second family, while CARR has successfully welcomed their first family into their community. “We’ve really adopted them and feel quite protective,” says Doug Bert of CARR. Representatives from both groups were at the meeting to show their support and offer advice. Audrey says that Merrickville Bridge to Canada is hoping to use their knowledge to make the process as smooth as possible. The group has organized itself into working committees, who will look after the various needs of the family including, medical care, documentation (OHIP, SIN etc.), education, housing, transportation, employment and social orientation. They are looking for anyone who is willing to help out in any of these areas, as well as individuals or groups who want to contribute to the fundraising effort. Audrey says their goal is to raise $20,000. To donate or get involved visit www. merrickville-bridge.ca.
to bless them here with their friendship and Society. The overall result of the opposition of Gore, settlers and Loyalists generally to the scheme meant that the majority of the newcomers would settle north of the Rideau, and only a limited number in Leeds & Grenville.
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trained for combat roles. There were questions over the loyalty and commitment of the Chinese soldiers, and, although the officers commanding the Indian troops were dependable, many of the rank and file were bitter about the imperialist arrogance with which they were treated by the British leadership. Sikhs had been told to wear steel helmets instead of their turbans, and some were led in chains for refusing the order. It was not, in short, a strong and unified command that faced the Japanese when they attacked the colony on December 8, 1941. In spite of incredible bravery and stubborn resistance, the battle was over by Christmas Day, when the colony surrendered. Almost 300 Canadian soldiers were killed in the fighting, and about 500 wounded. The dying did not end with the surrender, however, and the treatment met with in the prison camps killed at least a further 264 Canadians. In all, more than 1,050 of the original 1,975 sent to Hong Kong were either killed or wounded, a casualty rate of more than 50%. A commission of inquiry
Terry Meagher and his wife, Marina, together with Nick Ward, spoke to the NATO group at the Kemptville Legion about the events covered in their book. The Defense of Hong man. Their book, “Betrayal: is himself a veteran of the Kong against the Japanese Canadian soldiers in Hong Korean War, and the founder forces in December, 1941 was Kong, 1941", is a shock- of the publishing company, the first time Canadians found ing and a sobering account Veterans Publications, based themselves in action in the of how British authorities in Kemptville. The talk at the Second World War, but many used and misused Canadian, Legion was moving, detailed feel they should never have Indian and Chinese soldiers and quite a revelation to those been there in the first place. in defending a colony they who had never heard about North Grenville veteran and thought could not be saved those awful weeks in 1941. publisher, Terry Meagher, has from Japanese capture. The Canadian contingent published a book on the story, Recently, Terry Meagher in Hong Kong was made up working with three retired and and his wife, Marina, together of the Royal Rifles of Canada experienced military men: with Nick Ward, spoke to the and the Winnipeg Grenadiers, Major-General Ivan Fen- NATO group at the Kempt- a total of 1,975 soldiers, sent ton, Lieutenant-Colonel Nick ville Legion about the events by the Canadian Government, Ward, and Major Bill Wise- covered in their book. Terry even though most were not
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set up by the Canadian Government at the time found no fault with the Government, the Cabinet or the Defense Department, in spite of clear evidence of what Terry Meagher simply calls “betrayal”. A later investigation did find that there were questions to answer, but no-one has ever answered for the misuse of Canadians in defending a colony the British Government considered expendable. Copies of the book, “Betrayal: Canadian soldiers in Hong Kong, 1941", are available by contacting Terry at Terry@veteranspublications. com, or by mail at Veterans Publications, Box 223, Kemptville, Ontario, K0G 1J0. 613-258-5539.
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