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Ralph Raina has had a singular impact on the life and times of our community. Take a look at most photographs of Kemptville Municipal Council in the decades before amalgamation, and Ralph is likely to be there, either standing with fellow councillors, or taking the seat of honour as Mayor. But retirement from politics has certainly not meant that Ralph has taken it easy, content to sit on his deck overlooking the South Branch. He has addressed the North Grenville Council to suggest that they actively seek to have a federal government building, and the staff and
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money that go along with it, within the municipality. He has addressed service clubs and individuals, still campaigning on behalf of his community. Not at all bad for a gentleman who will be 95 years old next month. Ralph has faced many challenges in his long life, struggles that might have made a lesser man bitter or withdrawn. His story is a long one, well worth the telling, and I hope that he will sit down soon and relive his experiences as a record of a life worth living. To add to his long list of achievements, Ralph has now been granted a patent on an invention which he believes could be important in our
energy-demanding society. He has invented a waterpowered generator to provide electricity using what could be seen as a very old, and yet very revolutionary device. And, yes, revolutionary is an appropriate word, as the rotations of the device generates the power. The patent explains that the invention “provides a simple and effective passive turbine unit that uses the flow of water or air to rotate a main runner and produce a continuous and intermittent electricity from streams, rivers, tidal water and high wind areas”. Ralph believes that the various configurations that can be adopted by his device could provide power in many differ-
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ent settings. A small version of the unit could be set up in a stream so campers and hikers could recharge their cell phones, or light their tents. A combination of the units could even be used in the Bay of Fundy, with its huge tidal range, as the device can use water flowing in any direction. As Ralph points out, the device would be especially useful in undeveloped areas that have no electrical service, but do have rivers or high wind available to them. I think that most if not all of us, of us would be happy to think that we could be as productive, mentally alive, and community-engaged in our 90s as Ralph Raina continues to be.
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gee Sponsorship Initiative (GRSI), and, together with partners from the University of Ottawa Refugee Hub, they are organizing a site visit for the delegates. Delegates are a mix of government and civil society reps working on refugee resettlement. They are interested in how refugee sponsorship can work outside of urban centres. Open Arms, a recently formed refugee sponsorship group based in Kemptville, will be hosting the delegates for a relaxed, informal discus-
by Katie Nolan, Co-chair Open Arms An exciting international discussion about refugee sponsorship will be taking place in Kemptville on February 13. Canada is chairing the Annual Tripartite Consultations on Resettlement this year, and a group of delegates from around the world will be visiting Ottawa for a working group meeting in mid-February. The Canadian government is involved in capacity building work with the Global Refu-
sion of the Canadian experience with the refugee sponsorship process including sponsor training, managing expectations, and integration in a rural community. Also present will be newcomer settlement support agencies TR Leger and CSE Consulting, as well as nearby refugee sponsorship groups: Refugees in Brockville, Open Arms Brockville, and Agape Brockville. In showcasing an example of refugee sponsorship in these communities, organiz-
ers hope to demonstrate how government and civil society work side by side to resettle refugees. Until recently, the Canadian system was unique in the world. However, Canada has inspired other nations to adopt this system, and they are looking for ways to make their programs as successful as possible. The meeting will take place on February 13, 1:303:30pm, Room 112 in Parish Hall, 40 Campus Drive, Kemptville Campus.
Archaeology: a Community venture revealing the past
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Historian Art Smith with Global News videographer Mike Postovit documenting the final Lyndhurst dig September 2019; globalnews.ca/news/5879479/search-upper-canadafirst-smelter/ Photo Michael Whittaker works, the subject of historian Art Shaw’s and archaeologist Jeff Earl’s presentation to the Rideau Valley Archaeological Society (RVAS). This event has been rescheduled to 2:30 PM, Sunday, February 9 at the Goose and Gridiron in Merrickville. Everyone is
by Michael Whittaker Buried history can be brought to the public eye by one person inspiring a community to take an interest in the archaeology necessary to reveal the past. Popular backing has made it possible to present the Lansdowne Iron-
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by Sandy Armstrong Did you know that there are nine locations in Kemptville where you can view, enjoy and even purchase original artwork for your home or office? Yep, right here in Kemptville. The North Grenville Arts Guild (NGAG) would like to take this opportunity to thank the following businesses for allowing our artists to use their wall space to show some unique treasures: South Branch Bistro, The Crusty Baker, Rekmans Automotive, North Grenville Public Library, Salamanders Restaurant, The Cooperators/Carmichael Insurance, Yazdani Family Dentistry, Country Ways Custom Picture Framing, and Pixel Eye Care Centre. When artists show their work and a piece is sold, the same artists will fill that space with a new piece of original art. At the end of two months, the visiting artists will take down their creations and another artist will take their place. This means that you get a steady flow of original art every two months in each location. So, if you are in the market to update the walls in your living or office space, please consider dropping into any of the above locations. No need to travel to Ottawa to find beautiful original artwork; you only have to drop into these local businesses to shop locally. 2
welcome. Community support and fund raising exceeding $30,000 have made possible the three-season excavation at the Lansdowne Ironworks site in Lyndhurst. Ontario’s first blast furnace operated from approximately 1801 to 1811. The riverbank dig by professional archaeologists and community volunteers recovered artifacts and structural remains. In 2016, the opportunity for the widely supported dig was initiated with the purchase by the Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands of a small property at the upper falls on the Gananoque River in Lyndhurst. In summer 2017, testing began on the east bank, the location of the blast furnace and casting house. The investigation was completed in September 2019. Art Shaw, born and schooled near Lyndhurst, learned about the Lansdowne Ironworks in Grade 8 history. He has been leading or active
in local heritage initiatives since 1984. Investigation of the site was his near life-long ambition. Archaeologist Jeff Earl, MA, co-principal of Perthbased Past Recovery Archaeological Services Inc., studied industrial archaeology at the Ironbridge Institute, Birmingham University. The exploration of the ironworks merged his interests in industrial archaeology and public participation. The RVAS speaker for March 9, Jennifer DeBruin UE, researcher, historian, and author, will discuss research avenues and techniques to plumb the depths of historical investigation. Now in its third year, RVAS reminds members of the $20 annual fee, and invites new members to join. In the past, members have taken advantage of opportunities to join digs in Newfoundland, Ontario, Quebec, and New York.
Fish for Free on Family Day Weekend The Ontario Government invites families to fish for free on Family Day weekend. From February 15 to 17, Canadian residents of all ages can enjoy fishing in Ontario without having to purchase a licence or carry an Outdoors Card. "Our government is making it easier for families to spend quality time together while enjoying Ontario's world-class lakes, rivers and streams," said John Yakabuski, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry. "We have
made life more affordable by doubling the number of free fishing events to also include the Mother's Day and Father's Day weekends." Family Day weekend is the first of four licencefree fishing opportunities in 2020. With only a week to go before the Family Day weekend, you can start planning your fishing trip or find a local event at www.ontariofamilyfishing.com. continued on page 3 www.ngtimes.ca
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by Hilary Thomson A local vet has won a province-wide award from the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA). Dr. Tracy Godfrey was presented with the Associate of the Year Award at the OVMA Conference at the end of January. According to the
OVMA website, the award is presented to an associate veterinarian who has demonstrated superior customer service and has proven to be an asset to his/her practice and community. Tracy was nominated by Dr. Pia Gamberg, owner of Kemptville Animal Hospital where she has worked for the past six years. One of
Dr. Godfrey’s clients and another staff member at the Kemptville Animal Hospital also wrote letters supporting the nomination. “Dr. Godfrey is extremely thorough in the care of our beloved pets, and she makes us feel that we are a key part of this care,” one of her clients wrote. According to the OVMA website, Dr. Godfrey is also described by her colleagues as having superior medical and clinical knowledge, and a compassionate and supportive demeanor. “As an advocate for the pets in her care, Dr. Godfrey often researches alternative solutions for complex cases to provide her clients with detailed analyses and equip them with the information needed to make the best decisions for their pet,” it says. Dr. Godfrey knew she had been nominated, but was definitely not expecting to win. “When they phoned me, I was in a bit of shock,” she
says. “There are a lot of associates in Ontario.” Dr. Godfrey grew up in Kemptville and graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2009. She says she enjoys working with animals, and the challenge and diversity that comes with the job. “It keeps you on your toes,” she says. Everybody at the Kemptville Animal Hospital is very proud and happy for Dr. Godfrey. She says she is not used to the attention and it was a challenge getting up in front of an entire room of people to accept the award at the Conference. That being said, she is very appreciative that her colleagues and clients took the time to nominate her and that she ultimately took home the award. “It’s welcome for sure,” she says.
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keting as well as business development within North Grenville, Ottawa and surrounding areas. She is an active member of the community including the Kemptville Players Inc, our local theatre group. She is President of this group, has done some acting and backstage work, and is currently producing the spring play. Shannon has been a part of the Theatre Night in Merrickville group as well, and with her passion for theatre continues to be involved with both. She is very family oriented and the proud mother of two teenage kids. Her goal is to continue to assist with the growth of the North Grenville and Merrickville -Wolford area by helping you with her creative advertising.
Local Hockey team makes it to Ontario Winter Games by Hilary Thomson The Upper Canada Major Peewee AAA Cyclones have qualified to represent the area at the Ontario Winter Games later this month. The team is based in Kemptville, but also draws kids from surrounding municipalities who want to play high level hockey. Head coach Terry Kehoe and three of the players, are North Grenville natives. Brandon Taylor (12), Owen Traynor (13) and Kayden Buller (12) are all thrilled that they are part of the team that made it to
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this year’s Ontario Winter Games. “It is really exciting,” Brandon said when I talked to the boys after practice last week. “We worked really hard,” Owen added. Terry says he is very proud of what the team has accomplished this year. In order to qualify for the Games, they had to beat five other skilled teams. “You can’t get to a higher level,” he said. “I’m happy for them.” The Cyclones will be heading to Orillia for the Games from February 27 to March 1. There they will compete against eight of the top teams across Ontario. Kayden said he is really looking forward to seeing all the great players who will be present at the Games, and having fun with his teammates. Brandon said that playing the game is what he is looking forward to the most. “It’s going to be tough, but it’s going to be a lot of fun,”
he said. The team is now on a strict training schedule and is practicing six days a week. Not only are team members preparing for the Games they are also practicing for their own playoffs, which are happening at roughly the same time. This on top of schoolwork and making sure they are eating well and getting enough sleep. “They have worked hard and come together since September,” Terry says about his team. “They are a special group with lots of talent.”
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Not there yet by Howaida SorourRoberts In response to the incident at St. Mike’s regarding the racist prom proposal, the one thing that strikes me with all the responses I’ve read on the subject, is that they tend to skirt around the main point. Before I get into that, I’d like to commend Mayor Pickford on her response to the incident. As a woman of colour who has lived in the area for more than 30 years and whose children both went to school in Kemptville, I’m glad that you recognise that there is ‘progress to be made’. Perhaps with that mindset, something will finally change. I would, however point out that North Grenville has a long way to go before it can call itself an “inclusive” and welcoming community. Both my children
are graduates of St. Mike’s. My daughter ‘passes’ for white, but my son is definitely ‘brown’. I cannot tell you the number of racist incidents and comments he endured during his tenure at the school which only ended a few years ago. One that will always stand out for me occurred at a business next door to the school. My son and his friends (all white boys) were at a store during a lunch break. As the boys left, the store manager ran out and stopped my son – and only my son. She asked him to empty out his pockets. He complied. He had done nothing wrong, other than be ‘brown’. This was not an isolated incident. There were many more at various businesses, with local police, and on school grounds and friends' homes. The real issue isn’t what
people say…though that’s important, it’s really what people think that has to change. A very small percentage of the racism in Canada is overt; far more common and insidious is the unconscious bias that is rampant, not only in Kemptville, but across most of this region. If you truly wish to address this problem, it has to start in kindergarden. Children are not naturally racist. They have to be taught those beliefs. Educating children early and well is how we change society. The young lady who created the offensive prom invitation was only reflecting back what she was taught …that her skin colour makes her superior. It is not an uncommon belief, and it’s not entirely without merit. Certainly her skin colour bestows upon her a certain privi-
lege. She was only reflecting that awareness back. The point is that no apology will ever make that incident right. Apologising for words is not the same as changing the thought process. As to the students who photographed and posted the image, I would like to say thank you for making that incident public. No, it was not funny or fun. It was/is hurtful, offensive and just plain disgusting in 2020, but I’d rather know about it than not. What is far more offensive and alarming than the message is the belief that engendered it in the first place. Suggesting that people need to be more careful about what they say is censorship….it doesn’t deal with the underlying problem – belief. And please, welcoming a handful of refugees into
a community does not in anyway prove inclusivity. Harsh as this may sound, it only proves privilege, and while it is commendable on many, many levels, it does not in any way address the bigger issue in this and many other communities. That Ms. Thompson of the NG Times interviewed a newly-sponsored Iranian man who said he felt nothing but welcome in North Grenville is just another example of blindness. What do you expect him to say? Nor does a pride parade prove inclusivity; it only proves that some people are more willing to accept different sexual orientations than different skin colours. Ask any nonwhite LGBTQIA community member how safe that person feels… Here’s a thought. Brown eggs or white eggs, still the
same on the inside. Now let's apply that to people. Seriously, that people still SEE skin colour at all, is frankly mind boggling.
and balances. Everything, most everything, the U.S. does affects us somehow whether we like it or not. Kath Piché
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cording to the Bell website, when I used Montague as my location (physical location), service was available. When I used Merrickville (mailing address), it said no service was available, so I called Bell. After some confirmation by the Bell customer service that the above address availability conflict did exist, I was still advised that any new service was not available to me, as there really isn't anything new in hardware or technology. Customer service advised me that marketing constantly put out these bulletins that simply aren't true, and they leave it to customer service to dole out the painful truth. I do like their blunt and truthful customer service,
plus I applaud the honesty. It is refreshing. After some further investigation, I discovered that there is no new coverage of hardware (new cells) or technology (strengthening of the signal) so I am baffled that they can make such blatantly false claims. There is talk of the new 5G generation of cellular technology. This is a poorer technology for rural areas as its coverage area actually has a smaller physical footprint than 4G or LTE, although it is considerably faster and can handle more traffic. This is great for urban areas, but the rural coverage may even get worse, while Bell's revenue potential will grow. When I said this, the response was
that 4G and LTE would still be available, except neither work well for me. That leaves me back where I have always been. I write simply that the truth be known about Bell's marketing ploy. It is sad, but I get used to these companies saying whatever they need to get media coverage and business. I am tired of it! I am copying a neighbour and local politicians. I expect my neighbour to respond and then crickets. Regards Ross McMurchy
Letters to the Editor Dear Editor, There are a number of residents opposed to the CR43 expansion. Do these people get equal time and space as well as a free decal to advertise their point of view? Doug Shirley Dear Editor, Referring to our article, “It’s all too much”, one frightening statement is about populism becoming so popular and “the rise of fascist and communist dictators created an anti-democratic crisis in Europe”. It is very difficult to understand the reasoning of the Trump followers in the U.S. and also in this country. Why I am so concerned is the fact that the U.S. is the biggest power on earth, with the biggest military industrialcomplex, the most nuclear weapons, and the person in charge is a blatant liar. He brags that he can get away with anything. He says he could “shoot someone on the street and get away with it”. Who can possibly find any humour in this? Democracy is on trial. There seem to be no checks
Dear Editor, Re: New Legislation to Protect Farmers, Farm Animals and Food Supply. Where are the advocates for the animals? I think I have heard that the inspectors in these cases have been cut back significantly. I feel that during their “happy” ride to their demise, the animals are not exactly handled with love, care, or patience. Where are the penalties if an animal is abused in this process? Because the industry contributed $47.7 billion in GDP to the provincial economy and employed more than 837,000 people, we should not concern ourselves with the plight of the animals? This would be the reason I prefer to be vegetarian, almost vegan. I believe it is better for my health, the environment and of course the animals. In factory farms, they are born to live a miserable life and then
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Dear Editor, I am writing in response to your article in the February 5 edition of the North Grenville Times entitled; "Clarification on expanded broadband services". I live in Montague Township just 4 km east of the village of Merrickville on Heritage Dr., 1.5 km west from the Ottawa City limits. Despite my location being so close to Ottawa and other communities, I live in one of those rural blind spots for hi-speed internet. My choices are cellular (Bell, TELUS etc., not any of the lower cost suppliers) or LOS; that means an expensive tower and hefty monthly fees, both services are still far from hi-speed and sometimes a signal just doesn't exist. Bell has advised me that DSL is not available and there is no cable. When I read the January announcement of Bell supplying more rural coverage, I was very interested. Ac-
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Working together on Aggregate issues is a two-way street by Jim Bertram, Former Councillor /NG With reference to Mr. Cheesman’s letter of last week re “Aggregate Wars...” et cetera, I would make a few points. A closer and more comprehensive reading of my article by Mr Cheesman would have allowed him to understand that my concern was not that “aggregate extraction” is “harmful to water”. My concern is that it may be harmful to the availability of water. That potential problem is why Lafarge has developed a water supply monitoring process in the neighbourhood around the McGill pit on Bennett Road in North Grenville. Why would it do that, Mr. Cheesman, if there was no problem? Please read my article completely and accurately sir! Not a matter of contamination, as indicated in my article, but rather of potential interruption of supply! As well, Mr. Cheesman tries to create the image that I and others who criticize the aggregate industry are op-
posed to the industry per se. That is simply false. I, and others who share my views in toto or in part, understand the great value of aggregate materials in our overall economic processes. We simply ask why a small portion of the Ontario population, all rural, must bear a potential, and in too many cases actual, burden of economic loss through the imposition of aggregate pits in their near vicinity? Mr. Cheesman may also have overlooked the following points in his apparently less than complete survey of potential water issues posed by pits and quarries: The water quality of residential wells close by could be harmed. The water level of on-site lakes could be reduced, detrimentally affecting provincially specific wetlands. Heightened summer water temperature in an on-site lake could have a detrimental impact on the viability of cold water fish in an adjacent stream, pose potential harm to on-site and off-site wetlands., and result in loss of habitat for
price” of aggregate to users, as well as sharing the costs related to production with the whole population? 2. Your industry could stop lobbying the provincial government for limits to be maintained, and even increased, on the rights of local municipalities to control aggregate applications and related issues in their jurisdictions. You could also get serious about paying a share of your locally made profits far greater than is actually the case. You know that it would help maintain the roads which you wear down with your heavy vehicles. 3. Your industry could stop lobbying against changes to the Aggregate Act that might give more powers to citizens who stand in harm’s way relative to imposition of a new pit in their vicinity. And don’t even try to say the current so-called citizen consultation process is adequate. The current “consultation” process consists of a series of information meetings dominated by the
the wetland species at risk. There is the potential for loss and fragmentation of continuous natural environment, et cetera. Finally, in his letter, Mr. Cheesman expansively says: ”We must work together.” Nice idea, sir. The only problem is that you work harder at muddying the waters of discussion relative to this issue than in clarifying them straightforwardly. However, if you and your industry ever do get serious about “working together”, here’s a partial list of things we could work on: 1. Your industry could consider the potential, and in many cases actual, damage done to Ontario residents in terms of water resources and reduction in home equity. Why should a small fraction of citizens pay to boost corporate profits and ensure the availability of what you yourself rightly demonstrate to be an important social and economic resource. Wouldn’t it be more equitable to compensate for damages to these people and charge the “real
Letters Continued Dear Editor, I attended the budget meeting in Oxford Mills that took place on the evening of Tuesday, January 28. There are some things that I learned which should be of concern to property taxpayers. It appears that about $5.5 million will be spent from capital reserves in the next three years on parks and recreation. I did not get a clear and detailed answer as to where all this money is to be spent. For comparison, $14 million will be spent in the same period on public works. So it looks like this council, over the next three years (before the next election), intends to spend on parks and recreation an amount of capital from reserves equivalent to 40% of the capital expenditures that will be spent on public works. I assume the public works capital expenditures include the sewer and water system in Kemptville, so taking this into account, it looks like parks and recreation capital expenditures will be almost as much as that spent on roads. Given that the Municipality has a horrendous infrastructure deficit in roads (130 kilometers of dirt roads), culverts and ditches needing repair and upgrading, it seems this council has its priorities in the wrong place. I read a perceptive article by Bonnie Robinson in the North Grenville Times (Dec. February 12, 2020
company involved, in which the company presents what it is going to do – which is then rubber-stamped by the Ontario government agencies involved. No consultation whatsoever. Almost all applications are accepted. 4. To be fair, the government of Ontario could do its part to modernize and democratize its laws in this area of the economy. IT is the 21st century Mr. Ford. And, on another subject, have a look at the pressures on the property tax payer partially caused by provincial downloading. So let’s work together. Thanks for the offer. But a promise: we won’t be going very far together if you come to the game with the same offhanded attitude shown in the letter to which I am replying. I may not have the monetary resources to sway government that your organization and its many members
have, but I can still say what I think and fight for fairness for our citizens! And I have. And I will. Finally – you know where I stand. I and others, have many proposals for improvement. I believe that it would behove your industry to engage with those who are not opposed to what you do, but rather with how you do it. At one time – 25 years ago – the major oil producers of this country were in your current position vis-à-vis industry practice. They did not react positively. They are now in a different world and have earned the enmity of many, partly because of a shortsighted approach to well-intended critique. Where will the aggregate industry be in the future? The industry has a lot to say about where that discussion ends up. So Mr. Cheesman , let it be positive. The ball is in your court!
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4, 2019 issue), where she addresses the issue of too much money being spent on parks and recreation (i.e.“wants”), while not enough attention is being paid to upgrading dirt roads to tar and chip (i.e.”needs”). She says she waited 21 years for her dirt road to be “chip and tarred”. She also mentions that “There is currently $60,000 in the recreation reserve, a far cry from the $1.3 million.” So, if there is only $60,000 in the recreation reserve, how is it that council will be spending $5.5 million from the reserves for parks and rec.? Taxpayers should be very alarmed by the budget projections regarding increases in their property taxes. If you add the MPAC phase-in increase of 2.2% to Council’s rate increase of 1.9%, the average property tax increase due to the Municipality will be 4.1%. Now this number does not reflect the new MPAC assessments which are coming soon to a mailbox near you. I expect that 2.2% MPAC phase-in from your 2016 assessment will look like chump change compared to your new assessment. I hope I’m wrong, but new assessments could increase by as much as 30-40%. Even if the average assessment increase is only, say, 20%, that means your property taxes could be going up an average phase-in amount
continue---they must, there is no viable alternative. c) Increasing spending and the provincial debt while telling the electorate that you are doing just the opposite... how gullible we must be. d) Taking a page from the Mike Harris Guidebook on how to treat teachers and health care staff...try to convince the membership that their leadership is ineffective and corrupt ...corrupt? You do understand the concept of irony, don't you? If not, a teacher will be happy to explain it for you. Of course every day that the teachers go out, you have more money in the provincial coffers that you can waste on more of your brilliantly thought-out ideas. e) Going off to Washington and endorsing the right wing politics of the Republicans....you are supposed to be representing Ontario, not your personal philosophies--remember? But two things you and #45 have in common...you are both an embarrassment to your Office and you both demonstrate the results of underfunded education systems that had to cut programs for special needs students. e) And of course, lest we forget: cancelling universal basic income, slashing funding for Autism Support, cancelling electric vehicle rebates, rumors of partial health care privatization, reduced
of 5%, plus the 1.9% Council approved rate increase, for a total of 6.9%. Almost a 7% per year increase in your property taxes! Even 4.1% is too high, considering that GDP growth hovers around 2%, and the official inflation rate is less than 2%. How sustainable is this? Also, the Municipality is already getting $432,607 in assessment growth (a 3% increase in collected taxes) from new residential and commercial construction. Where is the concern for the impoverishment of property taxpayers? When are property taxpayers going to wake up and realize they are getting the shaft from their elected representatives? Stephen Hammond Dear Editor An Open Letter to the Premier of Ontario: Mr. Ford, you have been a busy boy. This is by no means a complete list, but it's a start: a) Making a grandstand move and firing all the board members of Ontario Hydro... how much did that cost tax payers in severance packages? Pretty cost effective was it? b) Cancelling the contracts for renewable energy projects...again...a wonderful grandstand project, but once the narrow-minded, uninformed are removed from office, these programs will 5
COUNCIL Tuesday, February 18 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre SPECIAL COUNCIL (Budget Meeting) Wednesday, February 19 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre. **NOTE: Council and 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 & Video in the Govern tab. COMMITTEE & PUBLIC MEETINGS Heritage Advisory Committee – Tuesday, February 18 at 4:00 pm at the Municipal Centre Special Committee of the Whole – Wednesday, February 19 at 2:30 pm at the Municipal Centre EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
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OSAP funding, and reduced post secondary support. But your actions have been predictable. You showed yourself (along with your brother) as being unable to grasp the limitations and rules of your position when in municipal politics in Toronto. It is little wonder that your polling numbers are so low.
The electorate is smarter than you think...although electing you Premier would seem to contradict that point. I was hoping for a strong leader to come out of the Conservative Convention, but instead of selecting any of the three women who were in the running, the Party, in its very
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‘Celebrate Our Community Working Together’ was the theme of the 22nd Annual North Grenville Community Sweetheart Brunch on Sunday. This is a wonderful event put on by the Knights of Columbus Holy Cross Council 5333 as an opportunity for people to get together, as well as raising funds for local organizations. Knights Jim McManaman and Todd Fortin present Susan Smith, Executive Director of Kemptville & District Home Support, a $2,500 cheque for local seniors’ services. For more information on the services provided by KDHSI please call 613-258-3203, or stop by the Centre at 215 Sanders St., Suite 101 in Kemptville. Letters continued questionable wisdom, chose you. Does your Party truly believe that a male of demonstrated limited intellect and/or abilities is preferable to any and all women? Surely either of Christine Elliot, Caroline Mulroney or Tanya Granic Allen would not have made many, or any, of the decisions that you have come up with. They surely had more common sense than that before they were into their teenage years. I am no fan of Kathleen Wynne and what she did to this province. Yet, in a very short time, you have proven yourself to be an embarrassment to the people of Ontario, the Provincial Conservative Party, and the country as a whole. Since you always do the opposite of what you promise, please promise to stay on for as long as possible. And meanwhile, I hope that the three aforementioned women have the patience to await your departure so the Ontario Conservative Party can have a strong, intelligent leader. In the meantime, please heed the advice of the Canadian Conservative Party during the last Federal Election....Keep Your Mouth Shut! Peter Johnson, ( Upper) Oxford Mills, ON
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The Road Safety theme for February is “Keep your Distance.”
Be sure to leave enough space between you and the vehicle ahead of you. Following too close, or tailgating, puts you at risk of a collision. In winter weather conditions, it takes vehicles longer to stop, so be sure to give yourself extra time, leave extra space between you and vehicle ahead of you, and slow down. Leave room for plows Give snowplows plenty of space! When approaching a plow from behind, slow down, stay back and be patient. And NEVER pass a snow plow! It is extremely dangerous and could result in a severe or even fatal collision. The Road Safety Public Awareness Campaign aims to promote safe driving behaviours and make roads in North Grenville safer for all users. The North Grenville Road Safety Campaign Committee is comprised of the Municipality of North Grenville, the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, the Grenville County Ontario Provincial Police, and the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville. For more details on the campaign visit the webpage at www.northgrenville.ca/ roadsafety.
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gathering spot. A huge thank you to all of the volunteers as well as Ann, Carol and Jennifer for your enthusiasm and caring which makes this such a welcoming place to come to. Please stop by in March to see how the new carpet looks, and check out the activities. The ‘Arts & Aging’ activities are continuing with the Bus trip to the National Gallery of Canada coming up on Friday February 21st. We will stop for lunch first at the continental buffet and then travel over to the Gallery for a one-hour guided tour. There will be time after to look around before heading back home. There are still a few tickets left for this trip. ‘Art in the Afternoon’ will be taking place on Thursday March 12th and will be held at St. John’s United Church in Kemptville with the Social Committee providing a delicious lunch. Fiddlehead Soup will be providing music throughout the afternoon and there will also be special guests. Tickets are now available and this is a free event thanks to the Ontario Seniors Community Grant we received. Mark your calendars for our 4th Annual Big Band
It’s a frosty weekend morning, I’m sitting with my laptop and listening to an Ella Fitzgerald cd. There is so much to share with you, it is hard to know where to start… The Singing Singers were back this past Thursday after a well-deserved break. Louise has put together another set of new arrangements for the group to have fun with. Etta and Jean were busy in the days leading up to Thursday getting packages of the new music ready. We certainly enjoy the joyful voices wafting up from the Activity Room! It was so exciting to receive the notification that we were successful in our application for one-time funding to replace the carpet in Centre. This is such a busy place, and has seen continued growth since the move to this location. Thanks to the previous Executive Director, Cheryl Brown, and the Board of Directors for the work in getting this space renovated and ready to into in 2009! It is such a great
Dance fundraiser on April 25th, 2020. The fun starts with a social hour from 5:30 – 6:60 with dinner served. ‘The Jivewires’ will be providing music for us to dance to, or to just relax and enjoy. A silent auction will be taking place and the ‘bidding’ is sure to be a lot of fun. There will be an Early Bird Draw, courtesy of Kemptville Retirement Living, for tickets that are purchased before March 20th, 2020. Tickets for the Big Band Dance can be purchased at the Workshop Dance Studio and at the Centre, both located at 215 Sanders Street. On-line tickets are available through Eventbrite, and the link can be followed though our website. For more in-
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Ambush Show February 29, 2020
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North Grenville native wins big at international blues competition
at the beginning of February, drawing huge attention from the international blues scene, as well as local media. “Winning has catapulted us to the top of the blues radar,” Jamie says. As a result, Horojo will be playing many high-profile blues festivals, as well as working on a full-length album. “To be recognized alongside some of the biggest names in the business is a dream come true,” Jamie says. Jamie always knew he wanted to be a musician, ever since he was a child attending Oxford-on-Rideau Public School. He is proud of his roots and is very happy to be able to bring this honour home to share with his family and friends. “There is no place that I love more than coming home,” he says. “Coming from a small little country town, it makes me even more appreciative of where I come from.” Jamie is excited to see what is to come as Horojo continues to make a name for itself on the world stage. “The sky is the limit as far as what is going to happen with us,” he says. “I can’t wait to see what is next.”
photo credit Brit Wynne by Hilary Thomson A North Grenville native is part of an Ottawabased blues trio who won the top award at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis at the end of January. In its 36th year, the International Blues Challenge is the largest of its kind, attracting over 260 acts from all over the world. It is also a huge talent-scouting and networking opportunity for the blues industry, attracting labels, agents, festival directors, and promoters from several continents. Jamie Holmes, originally from Burritt’s Rapids, is the drummer in the blues
trio Horojo. The other band members are guitarist J.W. Jones and singer-keyboardist Jeffrey Rogers. J.W. also won an award at the festival for this year’s best guitarist. Although the trio is relatively new (2018), J.W. Jeffrey and Jamie have already had their own successful music careers in Ottawa. Horojo was formed after the three of them jammed together after a gig in Ottawa and felt how organic playing as a group was for them. “We all knew each other and respected each other a lot,” Jamie says. “It was the perfect storm.” In order to get the chance to compete in Memphis, they had to win their spot
Oxford Mills AGM The Oxford Mills Community Association held its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 5 in Maplewood Hall. There was a record number of attendees that reflects the growing presence of the community association in the hamlet. Gerry and Debbie van Gurrp were in attendance and were honoured for their years of support. Their house and business are for sale and a warm Thank You was extended to them for their giving spirit. Ashley Sloan, our Events Coordinator, gave a thorough review of the events that were hosted in the past year. These included the February 12, 2020
inaugural Equinox Supper and the other annual activities, such as the Easter Egg Hunt, Community Plant and Garage Sale, Canada Day celebrations, Theatre in the Park, Halloween haunted hall and Christmas celebrations at the beginning of December. It was explained that some of these events were sponsored by local businesses and earned money for the community association. These funds helped to cover the cost of other events that bring social and cultural activities to the hamlet. The plans for 2020 were also presented: in addition to the above events, the OMCA
against several other Ottawa blues bands in a competition run by the Ottawa Blues Society. When they won, the Society helped them fundraise to pay for their trip to Memphis. Jamie says they spent several months preparing to compete in the international competition by taking into consideration the criteria set out by the Blues Challenge. They ended up bringing four original songs and one cover to the competition, hoping that they would measure up against all the incredible talent that was going to be in Memphis in January. And they did. Horojo brought the top prize home
cludes beautification projects at Maplewood Park and establishing and maintaining planters on the two bridges. It was mentioned that the group had been invited to make a submission to the Municipality’s Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan. A committee was formed that toured the hamlet’s two historic buildings and two parks that identified concerns that were presented during the consulting process. The report prepared by the consultants made direct reference to the concerns listed. Mayor Peckford was in attendance and extended warm regards from the rest
is working with the community associations of Bishops Mill, Burritts Rapids and Kemptville to bring a Meet Me on Main Street Block Party in August. The plan is for each community to host a neighbourhood party through the month of August. This is an exciting prospect for the Oxford Mills group as they are now quite seasoned at organizing successful community events. Another new event that is being planned is an Apple Harvest in September. President Marc Nadeau discussed the expanding role that OMCA plays within North Grenville. This in7
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of Council. She brought news that the closure of Oxford on Rideau Public School has been deferred to 2022 which led to a discussion of the merits of the planned closure at a time when young families are moving into the Village and two new subdivisions are being developed close to the school. The OMCA was acknowledged for its contribution to the Parks, Recreation and Culture consultation and it was noted that money has been earmarked for the three historic building in the municipality. The Mayor spoke enthusiastically of the prospect of North Grenville hosting the Meet Me on Main Street and was appreciative of OMCA’s willingness to participate. Mayor Peckford was informed of the community association's endorsement of establishing canoe launches along the South Branch and the need for the Municipality to work with the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority to make this a reality.
In conclusion, the meeting was a success in bringing interested individuals together who have a passion for public spaces and making Oxford Mills and exceptional place to call home. Please join us at our next meeting on March 4, 7:00 PM at Maplewood Hall or at the Equinox Supper on March 19, 6:30 same location. the north grenville
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Laidlaw Foundation protects the environment The Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation (RVCF) is thrilled to have received a $25,000 donation to the Conservation 2020 campaign from the Laidlaw Foundation’s Family Discretionary Grant. The RVCF is a steward of more than 1,259 hectares of healthy, protected ecosystems throughout the Rideau River watershed. These are crucial habitats — forests, wetlands and shorelines — that work hard to reduce our risk of floods, clean our water, stop erosion and store vast amounts of carbon to keep our communities healthy and resilient in the face of climate change. “We are grateful for this investment in the long-term protection of local conservation lands,” said Foundation Chair Jason Kelly. Donations
to the Conservation 2020 campaign will be invested in the Steve Simmering Conservation Land Endowment Fund which helps pay for property taxes, insurance and maintenance. “It is a gift that will keep on giving,” explains Mr. Kelly. “Only the annual interest from the fund is taken for conservation work while the principal remains invested year after year producing a steady annual source of money.” The fund was established in 2010 in memory of Steve Simmering, an active outdoorsman and Vice Chairman of the Foundation. The endowment has slowly been growing since then to provide a small stream of income to support our vibrant and vital outdoor spaces. “We are so glad we can support this very important
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initiative,” declared the family members who contributed towards the donation. The Laidlaw Foundation is a Canadian charitable foundation based in Toronto, Ontario. Founded in 1949 by Robert A. Laidlaw, the institution was established with the purpose of providing financial support for charitable, conservation, educational, and cultural organizations in the Ontario region. Last year, the Foundation released its five-year plan which focuses the organization’s efforts on youth who are adversely impacted by, underserved and overrepresented in the justice, education and care systems. For more information about the Conservation 2020 Campaign and how you or your business can get involved: go to www.rvcf.ca.
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FASD Network heading for Queen’s Park
MPP Steve Clark with representatives from the Rural FASD Support Network The Rural Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Support Network is thrilled to serve as a voice for those with FASD at the Legislative Assembly at Queen’s Park on February 24. With MPP Steve Clark’s sponsorship, 14 of our youth with FASD are being given the opportunity to share their stories with the Legislative Assembly, with a confirmed audience of over 30 MPP’s. We are being joined by representatives from Children’s Mental Health February 12, 2020
of Leeds-Grenville, Smith Falls Police, Lanark County Mental Health, Redwood Homes of Athens, Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario, Citizen Advocacy Ottawa, University of Guelph, Kids Brain Health Network and individuals with FASD from across the Province. We also thank Kids Brain Health Network and the Smiths Falls Knights of Columbus for their sponsorship of this endeavour, Lake 88, The North Gren-
ville Times, The Hometown News, The South Grenville News and The Millstone for being wonderful media partners and connecting so many local people with us. We are particularly excited for Aidan Moore, one of our youth who recently had his first photography show in Almonte. He has been hired by the Kids Brain Health Network to be the official photographer/ videographer for the day and will be featured in an upcoming article about his experience. Some of the other local people attending the event include Skylar, an adult currently living at home in Smiths Falls and taking online courses from the University of Guelph to become a groom in the equine industry. It is her dream to have her own place and a steady job but has found the transition from youth to adult to be highly challenging particularly with social interactions. Cassie is an adult cur-
rently living at home in Smiths Falls who just graduated from high school. She has worked full-time at a bakery for three years in a co-op situation and has passed two courses at Algonquin College. However, she doesn’t have a local apprenticeship program and she is unable to pass the English requirement for college. Mackenzie is a youth from Winchester who is currently finishing high school and is ready to graduate. She has an ear for music, and her creativity extends to her talent for drawing and painting. She finds social relationships difficult to navigate and manage, both person to person and via social media. Alex is a youth from Winchester who is a good athlete and particularly enjoys football and street hockey. He is known to have a big heart for animals and works well with younger kids. He finds school to be very challenging especially in core
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reading and math, as well as navigating the unwritten social dynamics. While there are twelve other youth within our youth group and three other adults, they unfortunately are unable to attend with us due to current situations. The Rural FASD Support Network of Eastern Ontario is the only non-profit corporation in Ontario dedicated to advocating for people with FASD and their caregivers and giving them a voice.
If you are an individual with FASD or a family member of that individual, we invite you to contact us at ruralfasd@gmail. com. We meet on the third Saturday of the month at Calvary Bible Church in Smiths Falls from 10:30 to noon. Child care and refreshments provided with live streaming of our meetings through our Facebook page @Rural FASD Support Network. You can also follow us on Twitter at @ FasdRural.
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Oxford’s First Family
by David Shanahan It takes a huge stretch of the imagination to visualise Oxford-on-Rideau Township in 1800. There were no roads, no houses, no residents. Think about the trees in Limerick Forest: they have been growing for about 60 years. The trees in Oxford in 1800 had been growing for thousands of years: pine trees 150 feet high and eight feet around; hemlock, tamarack, and large areas of swamp land. The rivers were the only means of getting around, and even they were not considered navigable at all times. Try and imagine: no Kemptville, no buildings of any kind. No Rideau Canal, the Burritt farm was on the far side of the Rideau, and the nearest settle-
ment was at Merrickville, known as Mirick’s Mills. Into this untouched wilderness, in 1801, came three brothers and their families, the very first settlers in the new Township of Oxfordon-Rideau. Jeremiah Harris was 33 years old, his wife, Priscilla, was just 21. They had a son and a daughter, aged 2 and 1, and another son, Barnabas, would be born the year after they arrived. William Harris was 28, married to Huldah, 30, and with three sons aged 9, 6 and 3. Two more would be born before 1803, but William died later that same year. The youngest brother, Caleb Harris, was 24, his wife, Lucy, 22. Their son had been born in 1800, their daughter, Nancy, born the year they took up
The Lease to bear date at the time of the signing thereof and the Rent to commence 29th September 1802.” The Harris families probably chose Lot 2 in that concession because it was on the river, and two old Indian trails met at that point. The first linked the St. Lawrence and Rideau, and the part crossing North Grenville today is the line of Bolton and Davis Roads, and the other, now River Road, followed the line of the Rideau River. The Harris land was closest to Mirick’s Mills and Stephen Burritt and his family were across the river. Jeremiah and Caleb became involved in the local government, which was centred in Mirick’s Mills and covered four Townships: Oxford, Wolford, Montague and Marlborough. The entire population of the four townships was just 264 in 1802. Two years later, it had grown to 408. In 1802, Jeremiah was appointed one of the Overseers of the Highways, Caleb was elected Town Clerk, and Jeremiah was elected one of two Assessors in 1804. That year, a second family also arrived to settle in Oxford Township. The Bullis family had settled in Marlborough Township, and Daniel and Elizabeth moved with their family onto the Clergy Reserve on lot 1, concession 1, next door to the Harris property.
their land by the Rideau River. Another daughter, Mary, was born the following year. The families came from Ireland, and leased a Crown Reserve, Lot 2 in the first concession. This implies that they were not entitled to the free land grants available to Loyalists or discharged soldiers, nor were they ready to buy land. Oddly enough, the lease they held was in Caleb’s name, the youngest brother, and was dated August 27, 1801. It read: “Leased to Caleb Harris of the Township of Oxford in the County of Grenville in the District of Johnstown Yeoman Lot number Two on the Rideau in the said Township of Oxford, a Crown Reserve, - Under the Administration of Lieutenant Governor Hunter
Winchester District Memorial Hospital and Dundas Manor together The WDMH Foundation is expanding our family - and completing the circle of care! Today we are officially announcing a new name and mandate for the Winchester District Memorial Hospital Foundation. The provincial government will soon be announcing that a new home will be built for our neighbours at Dundas Manor Long-Term Care Home. While some of the cost of the new building will be funded by the government, the remaining costs need to be raised through community support. The Foundation will lead these fundraising efforts. “For us - as a health care, fundraising organizaFebruary 12, 2020
tion - it just makes sense,” says Managing Director, Kristen Casselman. “The Foundation already works alongside donors in support of compassionate care in our community from babies to seniors - and now we want to build upon that commitment. We are excited to welcome Dundas Manor to our family!” To recognize this expanded mandate, the Foundation has a new name and new look. “We are now ‘The WDMH Foundation’ - reflecting our support for both Winchester District Memorial Hospital and Dundas Manor (DM),” adds Kristen. Over the next few months, watch for more details about the Founda-
William Harris died in 1803, but his sons, Hebron, Daniel, and Sylvanus, and their children, can be traced down through the history of Oxford-on-Rideau. Daniel bought lot 22 in the Third Concession in March, 1818 at age 23. The property remained in the extended family until 1944. Daniel Harris, died January 25, 1869, aged 70. Sylvanus bought Lot 19 in the First Concession and it later passed to Robert. After his death, his ten children
leased the land to Robert’s widow, Clarissa. It then went to a younger Hebron Harris and was subdivided and sold over the years. Interestingly, in 2004, Rhonda Lee Harris, married to Arthur Keith Sharland, transferred part of this lot to Keith and Rhonda in 2004. Is Rhonda Lee a descendant of the original Harris family who became Oxford’s first family back in 1801?
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tion’s expanded fundraising efforts and the new Dundas Manor. It is important to note that, as always, donors have a choice as to how their generous gifts are used. And funds that have already been raised for Winchester District Memorial Hospital will remain with Winchester District Memorial Hospital. If you have questions or comments, please contact Kristen Casselman, Managing Director, WDMH Foundation at 613-7742422 ext. 6169, or kcasselman@wdmh.on.ca.
TAKE NOTICE that an Annual General Meeting of the Members of the Grenville Mutual Insurance Company will be held at the office of Grenville Mutual Insurance, 380 Colonnade Drive, Kemptville, Ontario on the 9th day of March 2020 at 1:30pm, for the following purposes: 1.
To receive and consider the annual statement for the year ending December 31, 2019. The annual statement is available on the Corporation's website as of February 14, 2020. A copy of the annual statement may be obtained by sending a written request to the Corporation's Head Office at least 14 days before the meeting.
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To elect three directors for a three-year term. INCUMBENT DIRECTORS: Mrs. Ruth Lockett, Messrs. George Robinson and Steve Wilson, whose terms expire at the meeting. Ruth Lockett and Steve Wilson will be seeking re-election. Dawn Rodger will be nominated by the Grenville Nominating Committee for election to the Board. Any person wishing to seek election or re-election as a Director must personally file his/her intention to stand for election in writing with the Secretary of the Corporation at least one hundred and twenty calendar days in advance of an Annual Meeting or Special General Meeting called for the purpose of electing Directors.
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Appointment of Auditors for the coming year.
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To transact such other business as may properly be brought before the meeting. Ross Lincoln President/CEO
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Mainstreet celebrity chef dinner Open letter to Merrickvillebenefits Merrickville Public Library Wolford Mayor and Council A question of “Ensuring Efficient, Effective Services and Civic Engagement” The identification by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) of additional wetlands, in Merrickville-Wolford’s new Official Plan, has led to debate and discussion amongst residents, landowners and elected officials. Hilary Thomson’s article entitled “Property owners fight back against new wetland designation”, in the February 5 edition of the North Grenville Times, is helpful in highlighting some of the current concerns. It also describes Council’s reaction to two landowners’ issues with the increased wetland designation on their properties. I am concerned that Council, in its support for these landowners, may have opened the door to ongoing demands by developers to make representations to provincial ministries on their behalf. Our Municipality’s new Official Plan and the Strategic Plan attempt to reflect the need for balance between development and environmental preservation. No such balance was evident in the resolution of Council to have
L-R: Kirsten Finstad, chair of the Merrickville Friends of the Library; Terri Graham, manager of the Mainstreet Restaurant; Mike Neelin, owner of the Mainstreet Restaurant, and Merrickville-Wolford Mayor Doug Struthers, celebrity chef for the evening by Hilary Thomson On Saturday, February 1, the Mainstreet Restaurant in Merrickville held another one of their celebrity chef dinners, this time in support of the Merrickville Friends of the Library. The celebrity chef of the evening was none other than Merrickville-Wolford Mayor Doug Struthers, who prepared a Dickens-theme dinner for 72 guests. “[There were] many costumes ranging from Oliver Twist to parlour maids to fine Victorian ladies and officers,” Chair of the Merrickville Friends of the Library, Kirsten Finstad ,wrote in an email. The event was co-sponsored by Justin Rice Insurance and also garnered support from more than 30 other business and individuals who donated money and prizes for the event. “The Merrickville Friends of the Library are delighted with the tremendous show of community support,” Kirsten wrote. The dinner was a roaring success, raising $3,300 for the Library. Kirsten says the money will go towards funding children’s programs, e-resources, and many other special library services.
The future operation of the Blockhouse was the subject of correspondence between the Merrickville and District Historical Society [MDHS] and the Village of Merrickville-Wolford recently and was on the agenda for this week’s Council meeting. The Society is seeking a “recognized legal framework” in which both parties could be sure of their respective rights and responsibilities regarding the Blockhouse. Having a definite lease or memorandum of understanding in place would make finding insurance coverage easier and give more strength February 12, 2020
to funding applications the MDHS would make in relation to the Blockhouse operations. The failure by the Village to hold timely meetings with the MDHS may mean that there will be no opportunity to apply for Summer students under the Youth Canada Work program, which has previously provided the MDHS with two students to work at the Blockhouse. This, and other concerns of the MDHS, require further meetings with the Village, and it is hoped that the establishment of a Heritage Advisory Committee will facilitate such conversations in future. In the meantime, however, the question of munici-
there is a need to refer issues and concerns to all stakeholders and related committees. Council and committees, supported by staff, need to constantly recognize the seriousness and sensitivity of topics such as wetlands, private property, development and the natural environment. Supporting one side of a debate without due consideration of the other side does no good. I would like to encourage the Municipality to adopt an approach where the viewpoints of all relevant committees are taken into account prior to Council taking a position on any given issue. Support for committee chairs and committee members in their efforts to contribute to the municipality and its residents and to inform Council decision making is required. Respectfully submitted, Robbie Giles Merrickville - Wolford
Habitat for Humanity build moving ahead
Historical Society seek clarity by David Shanahan
MNRF “back-up their decision for deeming this area in the Village as a Provincially Significant Wetland, and to re-evaluate their decision without delay.” The 2017 – 2025 Merrickville-Wolford Strategic Plan identified priorities and strategies to help guide Council’s decisions. The priority of ensuring efficient, effective services and civic engagement appeared, when developed and adopted, to be directly tied to ensuring that other priorities within the plan including “protecting heritage, rural, and natural environments” would be considered and supported. The plan saw the Municipality valuing both thoughtful development and envisioning “a community that preserves local natural beauty and ecosystems”. It appears that Council, as is its right, chose not to invite its own Planning Advisory Chair or its own Environment Committee to comment or provide input prior to passing the motion. The relationship of this Council to its committees is not clear to me. When topics like wetlands that affect both development and the environment, arise,
by Hilary Thomson North Grenville Council is moving forward with the process of transferring a 0.52-acre piece of land on the Kemptville Campus to Habitat for Humanity for a new build. The proposed building will see an 18-unit apartment style condominium built at 2680 Concession Road, right across from the Kemptville District Hospital. Director of Planning and Development, Phil Gerrard, says the Council has already approved the zoning by-law amendment needed to transfer the property, and that it is expecting to hear back shortly from the County about the amending of the Official Plan. The next step is for Council to declare the land surplus to requirements. “Staff has concluded that there is no need for
pal funding support for the Society is one which becomes urgent, as budget negotiations proceed. The Society expressed a hope that the usual funding for the Blockhouse program will be available for this coming season. The President of the MDHS, Ann Martin, expressed the Society’s concern, stating that: “It would indeed be a shame if the Blockhouse Museum situated in the UNESCO World Heritage Site, which, according to the Strategic Plan, provides this community with a major competitive advantage, could not be operated in the summer of 2020".
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the property by any municipal department,” Director Gerrard said at the meeting. Since the land is being donated to Habitat for Humanity, and not sold, Director Gerrard told council that a formal appraisal of the property is not needed. That being said, Councillor John Barclay said at the meeting that he would like to see some sort of evaluation done on the property in order to be transparent about the value of the donation. “I don’t want to slow things down, but I think that some community members would like to know the value of this donation to Habitat for Humanity,” he said. After a short discussion, it was decided that the Municipality would get the property evaluated, but will steer clear of a formal appraisal to mitigate
costs and to avoid delaying the build. Director Gerrard says Habitat for Humanity has presented a second round of conceptual drawings for the project to the Municipality and he expects one more round of comments before they are ready to apply for site plan approval. Habitat for Humanity helps people break into home ownership by providing affordable financing and assistance with the down-payment on a new home. All properties are appraised at fair market value by MPAC, and the Municipality will see the full value in property taxes for all these units. “While we are facilitating the acquisition of the land, property taxes will be paid in perpetuity at fair market value,” Mayor Nancy Peckford said. www.ngtimes.ca
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HELP WANTED EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SERVICE COORDINATOR / SERVICE MANAGER - HVAC Job Description We are a growing residential Heating, Cooling & Fireplace company and looking to better serve our customers with new products and services. We have strived to provide quality products and services to our customers since 1972. We are looking to fill a Service Coordinator role in our service department. Responsibilities (including but not limited to): • Receive incoming calls and schedule/dispatch service technicians accordingly • Daily correspondence with customers & clients via telephone and email • Maintain consistent communication with the technicians and customers • Review completed work orders, service histories, ensuring all information is provided • Updating customer information and contact information • Prepare and follow up with service billing, statements and quotations as required • Source and track replacement parts required on service jobs • Completing warranty registrations and administration • Support administration and resolution of warranty claims Assisting customers with questions, booking sales appointments or in the showroom as required • Can work proficiently alone, or as part of a group • Punctuality and reliability is a must Experience: • Service Coordinator - 1-year (preferred) Working Hours: Monday to Fridays 7:30 - 4:30pm To apply please email your resume to Info@thestovestore.net. The successful candidates will complete a phone interview, an in-person interview and an evaluation shift with an experienced technician. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $38,000 to $42,000 per year (Pay will be based on experience)
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M onthly supper, Holy Cross Church, 505 Clothier St W . Full supper with salad, desert, coffee and tea. Adults $8, Child $4. All are welcomed. Serving 5:30 to 7 photo pm. Take out resident, available.Jane Kinnear The South from Branch River, by local Feb 9 North Grenville Public Library local author Showcase, 1-4 pm. 19 local authors with diverse backgrounds including mystery, poetry, blogging, historical fiction, fantasy, non-fiction, romance, sci fi, children’s books and horror. Feb 19 Kemptville Horticultural Society February M eeting, Kemptville Pentacostal Church. Speaker: Shawn Yakimovich Kemptville Naturopathic Clinic "Backyard Pharmacy". Also a "Seed Exchange" will take place. Feb 25 St James' Anglican Church Pancake Supper at the Masonic Hall, 311 Van Buren. 5pm-7pm. Adults: $8.00, children 12 & under: $5.00. Pancakes, sausages, beans, desert, tea & coffee Feb 26 Kemptville District Community Association AGM 6-9pm at Grenville Mutual Insurance Company in Kemptville Mar 8
Heckston United Church St Patrick's Day Supper. 4:30pm-6:30pm. Free will offering.
M ar 14 Bonfire/skating party/4 wheeler day to honour Dale Armstrong Jr. He had wanted to do this for years & and everyone is invited to attend. W e will start the day at 10am at Camp on Land O' Nod Rd.
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M on Kemptville Quilters Guild, 2 nd Mon./mth at the Kemptville Pentecostal Church, 1964 County Road 43, 7 pm. New members welcome. Kemptville Cancer Support Group, 3 rd Mon/mth, St. John’s United Church, 2 pm. For info call Ellen Vibert-M iller at 613-258-7778. Arts Guild, 2nd Mon/mth, 7pm at the Masonic Hall on Van Buren St. Newcomer Bridge-St John's United Church 12:15pm. Cost $5.00. All levels welcome. Info 613-806-4495 or 613-795-7155. Gremlins Square Dance Club, NG Municipal Centre, 7:30-9:30 pm. Sept-April. Details at: www.grenvillegremlins09 or email : kemptvillesquaredance@gmail.com Tues Rotary Club meeting, Kemptville Legion, 6:30 pm. BNI Netw orking Group Breakfast, Grenville M utual 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 Photography Club - 1 st W ed./mth, 7-9 pm, at the Grenville M utual Insurance, 3 8 0 Colonnade Drive. See ngphotoclub.ca for info. Klub 67 Euchre every 2 nd &4 th W ed/mth, 1 pm, Kemptville Retirement Living, 2950 Cty Rd 43. Everyone welcome. $5.00. (No euchre July & August) Bingo- 1 st & 3 rd W ed/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. NGPL Science and Technology Group meetings, 1st/W ed/mth, 7-9 pm in the program room at the Library. Euchre, Rideau Glen Golf Course, 6:30 sharp, $5, share the wealth tickets sold, all proceeds go back to the players. May 1-Oct 9. 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 1 st & 3 rd Thurs/mth., 7 pm at O’Farrell’s Financial Services, Cty Rd 44. Info, call 790 7665. Fri Friendship Lunch, 11:30-1 pm, St. John’s United Church. Free, everyone welcome. Sat Kemptville Legion breakfast, 8 - 10 am 3 rd Sat/mth, 100 Reuben Crescent. Adults $6, Children 6 and under $3. All welcome. Euchre, Kemptville Legion, third Sat/mth. Noon-5 pm. Sun Bingo, Kemptville Legion – 1 st Sun/mth, Doors open 6 pm, guaranteed $400 jackpot. Refreshments available. M ,W ,F Kemptville and Area W alking Group meet at M unicipal Centre at 8 am.
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Kemptville 73's have to split wins
for DIFD game Friday night excursion that was a total failure, as they were handed a 5-3 loss. The daughter of Luke and Stephanie Richardson, who committed suicide at age 14, would have been 25 years old this evening has turned her tragedy into a community awareness program for youth mental health. As her favourite colour was purple, the 73's honoured her with their special sweater combination of Purple and White. Opening ceremonial puck drop for the event was handled by Karen Bedard representing DIFD and 73's, with Grad's Will Murray and 73's Nicholas Domitrovic. Kemptville came out flat, as Navan drew first blood with two softies by William Anderson, as Zane Dalpe from Lovisek and Gunlock put one top shelf at 2:03. Devyn Orpana, left alone in the slot to lift it glove side for the second marker at 3:20 for a two goal lead. Kemptville would spoil Alex Wisco’s SO when Moretti set up Cotnam, over to Nathan Merritt to launch a rocket top glove side at
Karen Bedard drops the puck for the DIFD game by the sportsguy Kemptville, with another road game, to Ottawa meet with the high flying Ottawa Junior Senators on Wednesday night was a good showing for boys as they left the city with 4-3 victory. Opening period was exciting end-to-end action,
with Kemptville coming out hot to mark the board first. At 1:53, with Kemptville man advantage, Moretti squeezed the puck to Taylor up the boards to Mikado Suzuki to beat Bryan Landsburger top shelf for PPG. Thomas Freel answered with helpers from Recine and
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Easton RYAN Nickname: "PANDA" Born: 2003-05-29 Home Town: Ottawa, ON Position: Centre Previous Hockey Club: Kemptville 73's U18 Inspiration: Parents Favourite TV Show: Live PD Favourite Actor: Adam Sandler Favourite Musician: Florida Georgia Line Favourite Food: Chicken and Rice Favourite Hockey Memory: Signing with 73’s Life as a JR “A” player: Exciting, busy, hard working
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ROBINSON Caleton Place Candians Brockville Braves Smiths Falls Bears Pembroke Lumber Kings Kanata Lasers Kemptville 73's YZERMAN Rockland Nationals Hawkesbury Hawks Ottawa Junior Senators Navan Grads Cornwall Colts Nepean Raiders February 12, 2020
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Berube at 2:11 to put one by William Anderson for a tie. Holroyd, with Mulhearn, to find Mark McPhee for Junior Senators to break tie at 4:23. 73's on PP as Pawlikowski back to Patterson, across to Gavin Wood to launch a missile from the point to even the score at 10:32 to close out first. Second session, Kemptville counted again as Ryan came off the half boards to Hunter Brazier to hammer it home at 4:23 for the tie breaker. Final twenty was an exciting back and forth effort by both clubs. Ottawa pulled Landsburger at 17:51 for extra man, and Dennison’s long stretch pass for Hunter Brazier second of the evening for EN. Junior Senators, behind by two goals, pulled their stopper and captilized as Mark McPhee picked up his second with helpers from Shimizu and Smart at 18:45. Ottawa's goal tender left again at 18:53 to try to tie, but Kemptville staved off the attack to give them a much needed win of 4-3. Kemptville SOG: 10-6-6 to Ottawa: 13-12-7, for a total of 22 to 32 for the Junior Senators. Kemptville PP: 4 attempts with 2 results, and with Ottawa having 6 unsuccessful attempts. It was great to see our PP come together as well as our PK has. As per the words from Coach Peters, "the players were able to put the adversity of the last two weeks behind them and focus on the task at hand, executing the game plan period by period. Each of them embraced their roles and were on the job. We enjoyed having our power-play be extremely effective. Our puck management was a key and the guys did a great job, with solid goal tending. Ultimately, we played our way, for each other, and as a result had success." Navan Grads were on Kemptville 73's home ice
13:08. Kemptville seemed to gain momentum through the period, but couldn't put it home. Second stanza belonged to Grads, as they shored up their lead when Dalpe with Paquette cycled low to feed Seva Lovisek in top of the circle at 3:23. Robert with Pavey won the non-call to take down defender hard and scoop it to Jackson Arcan at 7:51 to make 4-1 Ottawa. 73's with all kind of opportunities without results and getting thrown around like rag dolls, not allowing them to initiate their game. Last twenty, with another top shelf, when Dennison from behind the net to Patterson to set up Hunter Brazier to claw back at :23. Finally, 73's received redemption when Junior Senators were given 4 min slab time at 15:15, but to no avail. Kemptville pulled their stopper at 18:42 to give them two extra attackers and still couldn't buy one. After a heavy barrage in the Ottawa's end, one too many passes and the rubber bounced loose to Robert for stretch pass to Wil Murray EN at 18:57.
Kemptville SOG: 1913-13, with Navan 11-9-9, with a total of 45 to 29 for 73's. Both clubs with 3 unsuccessful PP attempts, and 73's with 4 minutes at end of third. Coach Peters commented, "We continue to learn. Started the game with a flat first period that lacked compete and attention to detail. From there, we were chasing the game the whole night. Two poor goals in the second and we found ourselves in a hole too large to get out of. The team refocused on our objective during the intermission and had a pretty good third period, with lots of shots and a few missed opportunities. I'm extremely proud of the boys in their support of DIFD and mental health as a whole." Diggers Award goes to Dante Moretti for his continuous effort and attitude. Hawkesbury Hawks fly into Kemptville to battle the 73's on Wednesday, February 19 at 7:00 pm, not usual time of 7:30. Hockey with edge...a cut above the rest......show you care....see you there.
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by Nick Brooks I was interested to read an article about 'our' turkey and that it has been given a name and has reached celebrity status on Facebook which I don't subscribe to. We have watched the hen turkey on our property for over a year; she was originally from a family of seven turkeys who visited our property two years ago. Then last spring she was on her own but later showed up with six chicks in June. By September there only three which grew to be as large as her before leaving in October. She continued coming here almost daily but now has expanded her territory to all around Kemptville while still making the occasional visits to underneath our bird feeders looking for food. It's amazing she hasn't been hit by a vehicle as she spends a lot of time on the road shoulders and occasionally holding up traffic in the middle of the road. Must be one tough old bird but a lonely one. 14
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The Memorial Family Classic NonCurlers Bonspiel: Giving Back to the Community
The winning team: Michelle MacGillivery, Jenna Brenno, Shane Cliff and Trevor Hill by Jim Dolan For the past 29 years, the “Memorial Family Classic” has raised money every year for residents of our community, providing financial support to those who have been diagnosed with a debilitating disease. The Classic is an annual fundraising ball tournament that is held at the South Gower Ball Park on the second Saturday in June. It will be played June 13 this year. It has consistently attracted 20-plus teams. To help achieve its ambitious annual fundraising goals, the Memorial Family Classic Committee began holding a Non-Curlers Bonspiel at the North Grenville Curling Club a few years back. The event has become so popular that it took only two days to attract 40 teams to the 2020 event held on February 1. The team names are not household names like Koe, Jacobs, Gushue, Howard, Homan or Jones, and the four members on each team are not the elite players that we watch almost every week on TV during the curling season. Instead, they go by more unique names like Mr. Potato Head & the Spuds, Stone Cold Curlers, Vintage Vibes and Little Giants. Names that sound like the characters on each team should be on a reality TV show, or members of a 4-person tag-team in the WWE. The incredible thing about this event is that most of the teams have only one “actual” curler on each team. To help level the playing field, the organizers have teams play only two February 12, 2020
four-end games during the day. The first and third ends of each game are scored like a regular curling game. The second and fourth ends are where the fun begins. Teams don’t know until the final rock is thrown and a dice is rolled, how the score will be determined for that end. There are six different scenarios. For example, sometimes it is how many rocks your team has closer to the hog line than your opposition. The next roll might result in the score being determined by how many more rocks your team has behind the backline relative to your opposition. It makes for a lot of fun and keeps everyone in the game until the final stone is delivered. You can be sure that the winning team members on Team J.A. #1, Michelle MacGillivery, Jenna Brenno, Shane Cliff and Trevor Hill, will never appear on the Cover of Curling News. However, the families who benefit from the funds raised by this great event and the summer lob ball tournament will always remember the generosity of the normal everyday people who play in these events. This year’s event was, once again, a huge success. The 160 participants and guests enjoyed a day of curling, a pizza lunch, a chili supper, and a couple of well deserved “soda pops” between games. After the supper, there were numerous draws for door prizes, a live auction, and a few presentations. Rob Leatham won $465 in the 50-50 draw and
promptly donated it back to the Memorial Family Classic Fund. Owen Henry won the Toonie Toss. For his effort, he won a rather large bottle of something that should be shared with friends, rather than consumed alone. A live auction was also held which raised a considerable sum of money, with many of the items being claimed for much higher than their face values, including a 1-night stay at the Calabogie Lodge, two General Admission Kemptville Live Event Passes, a cooler that included several bottles of high-test refreshments donated by the Memorial Classic committee members, a cooler with a single large bottle of Appleton Rum and a Molson Cooler with 36 cans of ice-cold refreshments. Other auction items included a Canada Olympic Hockey jersey coupled with a basket of chocolates, a Paint Kit, and Sens Tickets. Chad Valcour and the rest of the organizing committee want to thank the fartoo-many-to-name sponsors, businesses and individuals plus the North Grenville Curling Club for their generous cash donations to the Classic Fund. The committee also sends a Big THANK YOU to all the curlers for their continued support of this event. The organizing committee held a moment’s silence in memory of Amy Pitchers. Amy was a friend to so many of the participants and a strong supporter the Memorial Classic fundraising events. Amy passed away in early January. The final tally will not be known for a few days, but the organizers expect the event to raise roughly $7,000 for the Memorial Family Classic Fund. Thank you Chad and the organizing committee. Your dedication to this fundraising event and the proceeds it generates assists members of our community in a most positive and heartfelt way. Check out the Facebook page @memorialfamilyclassic for updates on upcoming events and the Mission Statement.
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Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan complete your community,” Steve said. Based on the public consultation, Steve says the draft plan generally hit the mark when it came to various areas, including playgrounds, sports fields, splash pads, and the desire for a theatre allocation policy. He also said the feedback from the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit was very complimentary. “The Health Unit expressed interest in helping the Municipality implement the plan,” Steve said. “It has resources that align very strongly on the health and wellness side.” Nearly 50 per cent of the recommendations relate directly or indirectly to arts and culture. The plan recommends that Council pay some attention into creating an arts and culture policy for the Municipality. Steve says that the community consultation also caused the consultants to focus on the management of the tennis courts at Riverside Park, the expansion of local trails, increasing demand on the soccer fields, and the ap-
by Hilary Thomson North Grenville Council received the final version of the Municipality’s first ever Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan last week. Consultant Steve Langlois of Monteith Brown Planning presented the final plan, which was revised taking into consideration the community feedback received on the draft plan in December. The very thorough plan contains 84 recommendations meant to guide Council’s decision-making about the future recreational and cultural needs of the Municipality. “It provides a foundation for decision making over the next ten years around parks, facilities, programs and services,” Steve told Council. About 1100 people provided input into the plan, representing thousands of North Grenville residents through their own household or community organization. “If you take anything away from this, it should be that we listened to
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ties, were two of the main barriers identified to becoming more active,” she said. “I’m interested in looking at how we can expand availability of our existing recreational facilities.” Councillor Kristin Strackerjan also made the comment about ensuring that existing facilities are available for the ever-increasing commuter population in North Grenville. “If there is nothing in the evenings or on the weekends, that entire commuter base doesn’t have access to a whole range of facilities,” she said. “It’s something we will have to consider overall in the over-arching implementation of things.” Mayor Peckford says that although there was some concern around the Council table last year about the resources needed to carry out this study, she believes it was a very worthwhile exercise. Recreation Coordinator Tammy Hurlbert, said staff agree that it has been an incredible process and a great opportunity to consult with residents. “Trends change, people’s lifestyles change, interests and usage patterns change, and this is going to be a great starting point for us in re-evaluating what we have, as well as moving forward to new things,” she said. Councillor John Barclay agrees that the creation of the plan was a very valuable exercise. “Now it’s up to us when we go through the budget process to take this off the shelf and implement it,” he said. The entire plan, with all 84 recommendations, is available to the public on the municipal website.
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Dr. Nathalie Boudreau is eager to put on a pair of scrubs and learn more about how WDMH cares for our patients. As the new Vice President, Clinical Services and Chief Nursing Executive, she says she wants to get to know the entire WDMH team. “Everyone I’ve met so far is so enthusiastic and proud of the work they do,” she says. “I’m excited to learn more.” Nathalie comes to WDMH from Montfort Hospital where she was a Clinical Director. She is a Registered Nurse with more than 20 years of experience in health care. Nathalie has a Doctorate in Business Administration and has published research on management strategies in a rural Ontario hospital. She also has a master’s degree in business. Nathalie says that another great thing about coming to WDMH is the commute. “It’s a 22-minute drive from where I live in Metcalfe,” she says. “It’s nice to be so close to home.” Welcome Nathalie! We Are Ready The team at Winchester District Memorial Hospital has a message for our local communities. We are ready. As always, we are following stringent screening processes to help limit the spread of infectious diseases. This includes the emerging novel coronavirus. Precautions include encouraging any patients with a cough or shortness of breath and fever to wash their hands and wear a surgical mask. Patients coming into the Emergency Department will be screened for travel history. Hospital signage is reinforcing these procedures. In addition, family and friends who are sick or have symptoms of a respiratory virus should not visit patients in the hospital. “Everything remains the same for our patients,” adds Cholly Boland. “If you are sick, we want you to come to the hospital and take the necessary precautions. Notify your doctor or a staff member if you have any questions.” WDMH is receiving regular updates from the Eastern Ontario Health Unit and the Ministry of Health. Updated information will be provided to our communities through the WDMH website and Facebook page (www.wdmh. on.ca and https://www.facebook.com/WinchesterDistrictMemorialHospital/). If you would like to provide comments or suggestions about hospital services, please contact Cholly Boland, President and CEO, Winchester District Memorial Hospital at 613.774.1049 or by email at cboland@wdmh.on.ca. www.ngtimes.ca