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Vol. 3, No. 44
The Voice of North Grenville
November 4, 2015
Remembering: 1915 - 2015
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Image courtesy of Donna Hummel-Small by David Shanahan One hundred years ago, Canadians were facing the second Christmas of World War I. The initial euphoria and outpouring of patriotism that had marked those first months had largely dissipated, as news began filtering home of Canadian casualties at Ypres, of poison gas being used by both sides, of trenches and mud and machine guns and barbed
wire. But this was a new kind of warfare for those on the Home Front too. In our issue this week, we remember those days, the events and reports that reached the homes in Oxford, South Gower, Kemptville, Merrickville and Wolford. So far away from the battles, yet intimately connected through Red Cross collections, letters and postcards, and newspaper reports, the people left at home were part
of the conflict in a way Canadians had seldom known before. By the end of the year, more than 200,000 Canadians had enlisted, a far higher number than ever imagined in the late summer of 1914. 50,000 of them were already in the trenches, and another 60,000 were finishing their training in England before shipping over to France. Prime Minister Robert Borden announced in Parlia-
ment that he had committed Canada to supply 500,000 in total in support of the British Empire. He, and the Canadian people, realised that a long war lay ahead of them. Even so, with the long agony of Gallipoli as a warning, they could not have known that the following year was to bring new placenames into their minds and hearts, names that would be forever part of their lives: Verdun, the Somme.
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Proportional representation means minority rule by Brian Lonergan Everyone seems to be clamoring for Proportional Representation these days, without examining the consequences of such an election policy. Many countries in Europe have this proportional voting system with the result that many have unstable governments with constant election calls. Italy, for example, has had over 100 different governments and coalitions since World War 2. Let us examine some of the specifics of PR. PR means that the Political Party executive decides on who goes to parliament, usually based on a pecking order that is approved by the party leader and the executive. The MPs selected from their lists may come from regional areas of the country or even from only one Province as do those from the Bloc Quebecois Party. PR means that members sent to parliament are not accountable to any specific riding of the country. If you live in Lanark county, for example, whom do you address when there is a local
problem? You must select a political party to voice your concern who may not even have a party member or MP from your area. It may be that the particular issue in question holds no interest to that party's main focus. So your concern may go unheeded, even though it may be a critical issue for those who live in your community. The connection between voter and member of parliament is lost. Thus, PR often means single party focus on a particular issue or set of issues. The Bloc Quebecois couldn't care less what is happening in Lanark, or even in Victoria B.C. Their main focus is on separation. Similarly, the Green Party's interest in government financing of cultural events in Quebec is nil, as they may not even have an MP from Quebec, and really don't care about such events. Their focus and interest is elsewhere. The bottom line is that small parties have a more narrow national perspective than the major national parties on most issues, with little interest in the larger national picture as it may not apply to their main issue concern.
PR increases the participatory role of small parties and fringe candidates in the national parliament, giving them a disproportional influence than what they merit from total votes received. For example, the political party that received the most votes in the election may wish to purchase new ships for the Navy. However, the BQ may decide that it will not go along unless some of the parts are manufactured in Quebec. Ontario MPs may desire a similar goal, insisting the ships be built in Ontario. The Green party may decide that we don't really need these types of ships at all and should instead spend those funds on financing ship patrols to stop whale hunting off the Western Coast of BC. In sum, the overall good of the country is diluted and is irrelevant to smaller parties in their consideration of national legislation. Using Proportional percentage guides from the last election, the Liberals would have won 135 seats rather than 185, the Conservatives 108 instead of 99, the NDP 68 rather than 44, the Bloc
17 instead of 10, and the Green Party 10 seats instead of 1. That means that the three Minority Parties would hold 95 seats in the 338 member parliament under PR. If they got together with the Conservatives on many issues, the Liberals would have little chance of governing, even though the Liberals captured 39.5 % of the national vote. So if the Conservatives united with the NDP, that alliance could rule by the strength of their disproportionate power in an agreed-to coalition to prevent the Liberals from doing anything. PR shifts the level of power to small parties, a fact that is not reflected by the number of votes received, and encourages regional differences. Finally, PR does away with an official opposition party and leader in parliament. So before we start waving the flag in favor of Proportional Representation, remember that we are considering a change in our system from Majority Rule to Minority Rule. We are buying Rule of the Political Party with an impersonal outlook in parliament, rather than experienc-
Jonssons Independent promotes Kelloggs Nominate a Kid with Talent competition by Hilary Thomson If you know a kid with talent, Jonssons Independent Grocer and Kelloggs want to hear from you. On October 14, a month-long search began for talented kids across Canada sponsored by Kelloggs and promoted by Loblaws Inc. and its franchisees. The top five nominees who display the most overall ability, creativity, originality and potential will win $20,000 to go towards developing their talent. Jonssons Independent store manager, Lee Eckfort, says Kelloggs used to have a scholarship
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program where one kid would get the entire $100,000 to further their education. This is a fun new way to spread the wealth a little more. The display at the front of the store showcasing Kelloggs products and promoting the contest will be there until closing time on November 18. Cashiers will also be handing out information cards at the checkout counters. Lee says the store itself could win $1,000 for a school in the area for their display and sale of Kelloggs products. In order to nominate a kid (13 and up), you must go to www.kelloggsnominatetalent.ca and submit a
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ing a closer relationship with a local member of parliament that represents our area. We are settling upon a system of MP non-accountability to real people in real places. The governing focus becomes a rule of issue interests rather than a rule of the people, by the people, and for the people. The voice of individual citizens become diluted as local interests are surrendered to suit narrow party agendas. We become ruled by compromise and deal-making as the majority aspirations are not honoured. Greece first began the democratic tradition of sending a member to parliament to represent their area and local interests. That procedure has resulted in the parliamentary style representative government that we have today. Let's not throw away this centuriesold tradition by succumbing to the rule of focused interests represented by delegated representatives whose primary loyalty is to a party leader
and executive, rather than to the people. We are fooling ourselves if we believe that Proportional Representation is more "democratic". It is not. First past the post gives us a local parliamentary representative who is responsible to us and answers to us, rather than answer to an elite political party group. Proportional representation gives rise to coalition governments and a fragmented parliamentary system, rendering it incapable of carrying out coherent national policies. PR discourages national unity by allowing tiny regional and minority parties to hold larger parties to ransom in coalition negotiations. In sum, PR would sentence the country to a perennial coalition of minority governments, a price that most Canadians would consider too high. Let us put Proportional Representation to rest once and for all.
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250-word essay describing the nominee’s talent, as well as a photo of the nominee themselves. A video showcasing the nominee’s talent can also be submitted, but is not mandatory. Only one kid can be nominated per person. Lee hopes that people participate in the competition and that someone from the Kemptville area wins one of the grants. He believes it is important for Jonsson’s Independent Grocer to take part in these kind of national competitions. “Anytime you get a chance to do something for the kids, it’s a great opportunity.”
Income from Campaign, Poppy and Wreath Donations $31,554.41 Costs of the Poppy Campaign -2058.57 Donations to Veteran Services -10,000.00 Stair lift Maintenance in Legion -781.48 LOCAL DONATIONS -15,500
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Neon Night Fun Run Kemptville seeks volunteers Neon Night for Childhood Cancer in its second year raised over $50,000, thanks to dedication and support from the community. The Neon Night organizing committee is excited to build on the success in 2016 and is looking for new volunteers to join the planning committee, special community events as well as event day team. The Society is looking for individuals to help with all areas of this amazing event which include planning and event day roles for entertainment & activities, plan-
ning special events like golf tournaments, logistics, social media, promotions, sponsorship, participant recruitment, fundraising, volunteer recruitment, accounting and general support. Individuals who would like to learn more are invited to attend an information night on Wednesday, November 18 at Kemptville Public School Library (215 Reuben Cres, Kemptville) between 7 pm and 9 pm to speak with one of the committee members. “Volunteers help to make this event such a success,”
says Brenda Burich, Event Chair -Neon Night Kemptville. “We are working on some ideas to grow in 2016 and could use the help of some additional volunteers.” Volunteering with the Society is a great opportunity for you to make a positive impact in your community, be part of a team, share your experience, learn new skills and develop lasting friendships. For more information please contact Brenda Burich, Event Chair at 613-258-9852 or the Lanark, Leeds & Grenville community office at 613-
267-1058 / 1-800-367-2913 About the Canadian Cancer Society The Canadian Cancer Society is a national communitybased organization dedicated to preventing cancer, saving lives and supporting people living with cancer through research funding, services and advocacy. We are Canada’s largest charity fighting all types of cancer and leading authority on cancer statistics and information. To learn more, call 1 888 939-3333 or visit cancer.ca.
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Le 22 octobre, un groupe d’étudiants au programme BonjourNG de l’école de langues de North Grenville (http://www. alkeventmanagement.ca/bonjourng---french.html ) et le groupe “The French Connexion” se sont rencontré pour parler en français. Les étudiants ont vu leur cours annulé au profit du dîner rencontre mensuel du groupe social francophile “The French Connexion.” La conversation animée a été appréciée de tous et nous a laissé avec un désir de répéter cet évènement. Le groupe French Connexion se compose surtout de francophones mais est ouvert à tous ceux et celles qui veulent converser en français dans un contexte social. The French Connexion organise un souper chaque quatrième jeudi du mois dans un restaurant des environs de Kemptville. BonjourNG offre des cours aux niveaux de compétence linguistique intermédiaire et débutante en français et aussi en espagnol pour les débutants. Ces cours se donnent habituellement au centre de conférence Somerville, situé au 33 chemin Somerville. Si vous désirez participer à ces rencontres, contactez Jean-Pierre Leduc à thefrenchconnexion@Yahoo.ca ou si les cours vous intéressent, avisez Anne Kotlarchuk à anne@alkeventmanagement.ca. Jean-Pierre Leduc
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The Oxford Mills Community Association welcomes everyone who has an interest in the community of Oxford Mills to attend the November meeting of the Board of Directors. Thanks to the generousity of Cheryl Mackie at Brigadoon Restaurant, we have a public venue for our meeting this month. Come hear about the OMCA’s plans and events over the next few months. Coffee and tea will be provided. Donations always gratefully accepted.
After months of work, the last of the bridge was about to be paved when a rollover occurred. Operator needed to be cut out of the cab but was not seriously hurt.
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One hundred years ago, as World War I settled into the stalemate of trench warfare in France and Belgium, the 33,000 men of the Canadian contingent were experiencing the reality of modern warfare for the first time. Their first large scale involvement in the fighting since completing their training in England came at what is called the Second Battle of Ypres in April and May of 1915, where the German command used poison gas for the first time. By the end of May, 1915, the British announced that they, too, would start using poison gas. It was, indeed, a particularly horrific introduction to modern war for the young men from Kemptville, South Gower and Oxford-on-Rideau.
Their families at home had been largely unaffected by the war thus far. Daily life continued during the first nine months after war was declared, with campaigns by the Red Cross groups and the newly-formed Women’s Institute branches in the area to knit scarves and socks for the boys “over there�. Concerts and patriotic evenings were held to raise funds for these campaigns, and to promote patriotic support for the war at home.
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If you could read my mind, love by Peter Johnson Luckily, I found quite a few interesting things to read this past week. Reading is great, isn't it? It allows a writer, someone you don't know, to take his or her thoughts and put them into your head - my thoughts are in yours now scary, isn't it? But, whether you agree with me or not, it expands your mind, which is a good thing. I got a call from one of my favourite institutions last week: the library. I had put a book on hold. I didn't expect to get my hands on it until sometime around Christmas. But, with the election results, the previous 'holds' had been canceled. The book, 'PARTY OF ONE: Stephen Harper and Canada's Radical Makeover', by Michael Harris, was no longer deemed interesting, now that Dear Leader/Mr. Harper had been vanquished. Puzzling. He's still around, he hasn't changed, he'll be back, just as, some fear, Mr. Sutton will return to take back the seat that is being reserved for him on council. But, I digress and I'm only in the second paragraph. Focus. I am still in the early stages of this tome. It is hard going. Why? If you love this country, it is painful to read how someone systematically and determinedly tried to dismantle our democracy and reshape it to suit their purposes.
Mr. Harris: “At lunch on Saturday, October 31, Harper and his friends sat at a table with David Somerville, president of the National Citizens Coalition.”(Hallowe'en: 1987...Harper is 28 years, 7 months + 1 day old) David Somerville and the NCC are 'anti-public health insurance, anti-union, anti-Wheat Board, and pro-corporate governance and control. The NCC's favourite weapon was advertising, and its advertisement of choice, the attack ad. Stephen Harper would soon meet the man who perfected the attack ad and helped send Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan, and both Bushes to the White House.' (now there's a rogue's gallery for you). I told you this was hard going. It isn't nice to know that the man who singlehandedly reshaped the power of the PMO in our Westminster model of Parliamentary democracy was being deeply influenced by people who were the precursors of the American Tea Party. In last week's edition of this informative, mindexpanding publication, NG constituent, Darlene Overton was not pleased: 'the media has dishonoured Mr. Harper.' She felt appreciative of '...Mr. Harper and his family for doing the best job possible over the past decade while facing global economic hardships and many other world wide challenges.'
Really? Where did Ms. Overton get that information? Not from this mind-expanding publication. More likely from the Harper Government. They spent millions upon millions of our tax dollars endlessly planting the idea of how they were the only government in the G8 doing such a fine job steering the good ship through such difficult waters. Again, really? This like your mind telling you that the brain is the most important organ in your body - then you realize where this message is coming from! Soon after, the Ottawa Citizen landed on my doorstep. Oh good! More opportunities for other people's thoughts to enter and expand my mind. I was stopped in my tracks by the title: ”Putting the PMO in its Place: How Central Control Spun Out of Control, by Andrew MacDougal. My mind switched to, 'Whoa...wait a minute!' Mr. MacDougal traces the changes that started back in the PMO of Trudeau Sr. and continued on into Mr. Harper's cabal. “Conservatives of all stripes are now offering their two cents as to why the government's buck stopped on Oct. 19. And it's under the bus you go, PMO.' My mother always said that when things went bad for the Conservatives, they tended to eat their own. Right on, mother. It's snack time in the CPC. Mr. MacDougal, who served in the PMO, advises
the new MP's to, 'tell the PMO to get lost, early and often.' Three cheers for that and the same number of cheers for a change in how things are done. Belated greetings, muchappreciated readers. How was All Hallow's Eve? Scary? Here is some more 'haunting' information. There is a Committee of the Whole meeting coming and it will be holding interviews for replacing the dearly-departed Tim Sutton. Would the 2,000 people who voted for Mr. Johnston, please show up to the meeting and ask why their vote just vanished? Mrs. Tobin? Mr. Gordon? Quite apart from the obvious fact that you don't want Mr. Johnston on council...if you did, he would have been appointed by now... this is a lesson from Stephen Harper's, 'How To Be A Good Tory', handbook. Take control of everything so that everything will be controlled by you. A good plan. Not necessarily democratic, but effective, none-the-less. So here we sit, in lovely North Grenville, wondering what the newly-minted Prime Minister will do. And our Municipal Council carries on the legacy of Mr. Harper as they attempt a 'radical makeover' of their own. Be every-vigilant, gentle readers, the scary stuff does not end on November 1. Oh, if we could only read their minds.
UPDATE COUNCIL Monday, November 9 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre. For agenda information, please contact the Clerk’s Office or visit the Municipal website. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Monday, November 16 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre. COMMITTEE MEETINGS Heritage Advisory Committee – Thursday, November 12 at 3:00 pm at the Municipal Centre. Library Board – Thursday, November 12 at 7:00 pm at the Library – 1 Water St., Kemptville. REMEMBRANCE DAY The Municipal Office, Public Libraries and Waste Transfer Site will be CLOSED on Wednesday, November 11. The waste and recycling collection schedule will not be affected. WASTE TRANSFER STATIONS – CHANGE OF HOURS As of November 3rd, the hours of the Waste Transfer Station at 699 Crozier Road in Oxford Mills have changed and are now 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. WINTER PARKING RESTRICTIONS Winter parking restrictions come into effect on November 15th and last through 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. COUNCIL VACANCY – REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS Applications are being invited from eligible individuals who are willing to accept the position of Councillor left vacant by the resignation of Tim Sutton. Applications must include a resume highlighting relevant experience and a detailed letter outlining why the applicant wishes to be appointed to Council and must be submitted to the Clerk’s Office by 2:00 pm on Friday, November 6, 2015. Additional details are available on the Municipal website at www.northgrenville.ca.
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Symbolism of the Poppy Remembrance Day is symbolized by the artificial poppies that people wear and place at war memorials. The poppies may be worn or placed singly or as wreaths. The use of the poppy as a symbol of remembrance comes from a poem written by John McCrae, a Canadian doctor serving in the military. The poem is called In Flanders Fields and describes the poppies growing in the Flemish graveyards where soldiers were buried. Poppies grow well in soil that has been disturbed. They also grew in large numbers on battle fields. The red color of their petals reminded people of the blood lost by victims of and casualties in the conflict. Some people choose to wear white poppies to campaign for non-military interventions in conflict situations. November 4, 2015
Other symbols of Remembrance Day are the war memorials, which are often near the geographical center of communities. These
commemorate members of the community, who have died in military action. A particularly well-known memorial is the Tomb of
the Unknown Soldier in Ottawa, Ontario. The military parades held on November 11 are also symbolic of Remembrance Day.
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Kemptville Youth Musical Theatre Company presents A Christmas Carol
Music by Alan Menken - Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens - Book by Mike Ockrent and Lynn Ahrens Based on the story by Charles Dickens Launching KYMTC’s as Tiny Tim, Tatum McGill- personal childhood experi12th season and 20th full Tataraciuc as Emily, Me- ences along with various length musical production lissa Nickerson as Scrooge’s Christmas stories. The book is the inspiring holiday mas- mother, Maddi Lenox as Sally is generally considered one of terpiece, A Christmas Carol. Anderson, Aby Robbens as the greatest influences for the This beautiful song-filled Mrs Mops, Joshua Nickerson restoration of the Christmas adaptation of Dickens' clas- as Jonathan, Regan Blair as holiday and it has never been sic tale reawakens the true Grace Smythe, Isaiah Vep- out of print. KYMTC’s production is spirit of Christmas in a heart- salainen as Young Scrooge warming story of redemption. and Alex Forrester as Old Joe. directed by Barbara Lacelle With a heart locked up and the producer is Marilyn It plays at the Urbandale Arts Centre December 11 – 20, tighter than a cash box, Conroy. It features scenic Scrooge encounters visits by design by Bonnie Selleck, 2015. The cast includes Ja- three spirits for the chance to master builder Neil Conroy, cob Nickerson as the pen- open up his heart and relish costume design by Carolyn ny-pinching and miserly in the joys and aspirations of Bruce, properties design by Scrooge, Zach van Noppen his fellow man. A Christmas Susan Barkley, special efas Bob Cratchit, Lucas Col- Carol is primarily a ghost fects by Clayton Barkley, and well as Jacob Marley, Chris story set in a cold dark world sound design by Peter Miller. O’Neill as Fred Anderson, filled with despair, misery, The Musical Director is PhilAzaria Shams as Ghost of and death. In Dickens' time, lip Konopka. The ChoreograChristmas Past, Maddie and it's estimated that nearly half pher is Laura Anderson, and Sarah Bolland as the Ghost of all funerals in London were the Stage Managers are Leigh of Christmas Present, Pyper for children under the age of McGrath, and Catherine RobJohnston as the Ghost of ten and the average mortality bens. The story's numerous Christmas Future and Mrs. age was 25. A Christmas CarFezziwig, Sam Horner as Mr. ol was first published in 1843, adaptations include opera, Fezziwig, Maya Mohammed Dickens culled the story from ballet, radio plays, audio re-
cordings, films and stage. In less than a year after the book was published as many as 12 theatrical productions were playing in London. Wikipedia lists 30 theatrical productions between 1974 and 2010, 22 films since 1901 and just as many TV adaptations, not counting the numerous pastiches performed on The Jetsons, The Odd Couple, WKRP in Cincinnati, Family Ties, Doctor Who, Barbie in a Christmas Carol, and more. Single Tickets go on sale November 1 and can be purchased at Scotiabank, 300 Colonnade Drive, Kemptville, ON. For more information or for group sales of 10 or more call (613) 829-2168 or through a cast member. For more information visit www. kymtc.org.
Kemptville Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade submitted by Paul Race Join us in celebrating the annual Kemptville Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade on November 21 . The Kinsmen are very proud to be able to organize this annual community event as it heralds the beginning of the holiday season. Every year, the Santa Claus Parade gets bigger and better with hundreds of spectators, dozens of floats, marching bands and the jolly old elf himself. Kinsmen, Kinette and Kin clubs across the country work to better their communities, enhance the well-being of Canadians and improve the environment. The Association boasts a proud 95 year history dedicated to fostering lifelong
friendships while “Serving the Community’s Greatest Needs”. Following the Parade, Santa will be at the OLD FIRE Hall on Reuben Cres. If you would like to participate in the parade: -There is no fee to participate but donations and sponsors are always welcome to help grow the parade. Business donations will receive a receipt. Make donation cheques payable to the Kinsmen Club of Kemptville .
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A new program, sponsored by Friends of the North Grenville Public Library, will commence next Tuesday at Bayfield Manor Retirement Home. Offered on alternate Tuesdays by Pat Babin, the funfest will consist of two teams. Vivian Howe will continue with her reading club every other Tuesday.
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During the past few weeks, the subject of objectivity in journalism has raised its head once again. There is a belief among some out there that newspapers should not give opinions, just the facts, ma’am. It is an oddly naive kind of belief, given that everything you read in every newspaper, and every item on every news program in every media, is chosen by someone because they think it’s important for you to know about. That choice, in itself, eliminates objectivity: choosing to write or report on a story is a subjective act. Furthermore, no-one can report on anything of interest or importance without in some way being influenced by their personal beliefs, whether they be social, religious, political, or moral. At some point in time, someone, somewhere, decided that we all need desperately to know how the stock market is do-
ing in London, New York, or some other place. Did you decide that? Given that reality, isn’t it better that you know what the writer, reporter, journalist, blogger, or whoever, thinks about the subject ? Do you want to trust that they are giving you a view of the issue that is not influenced in some way? We demand transparency from our politicians. We don’t often get it, perhaps, but we feel we have a right to know. That is how we feel about a newspaper. Our aim in this newspaper is to give a voice to the people of this community. It is that simple. As a community, we are growing and it is important that we have a forum in which we can talk to each other, keep one another informed about what is happening in North Grenville in every aspect of this thriving municipality. In this issue, we expand our circulation to Merrickville Wolford, and we hope to bring the same honesty and transparency to
have to agree with everything you read in these pages: it has to reflect so many aspects of life that it will be impossible to keep everyone happy all the time. But that is the great potential of a local and independent voice: you can join in. If you don’t like something: write about it. If you love something, if you want to publicise something, write about it. You will be published because you are part of this community and deserve to be heard. We have no party political bias. We want to see all shades of opinion free to speak through these pages, and leave it to the people of this community to make up their own minds. The motto on our banner says: “The Voice of North Grenville”: this is not a claim that we are that voice. It is a statement that these pages contain the voice of the people. It is their voice that matters. You can, and some of you have, disagree with what you sometimes read here. I am
our reporting there too. The Times is owned and operated entirely and exclusively by residents of this locality. As we develop, we intend to continue providing space for individuals and groups to introduce themselves to the wider public. They will be bringing us all up to date with what they are about, what they are planning, and what they have done. Service groups, sports and voluntary organisations, churches, politicians and anyone else who wants a forum will find it here at the Times. During the last three years, we learned that the people of North Grenville want to know what’s happening in and to their community. They want a newspaper that will tell them the facts, straight and plain. We think that is something true of Merrickville Wolford too. There is room in the Times for reporting, for opinion, for analysis, for information, for news and for fun. You don’t
slowly getting used to the fact that some people disagree with everything I write, and are very blunt about giving me their opinion on my opinions! They get it, to that extent, at least. What they write gets printed (unless it is simply libellous!), regardless of which side it takes. You know where you stand with the Times: is that not a good thing? To everything there is a season and a time for every purpose under heaven. We believe this is the time for the Times. It will be available throughout the municipality by mail, as well as in restaurants and stores. At least 9,000 copies will reach all the people of North Grenville and Merrickville Wolford every week. This is very much an act of faith on our part. Moving to that number of copies, and distributing it through Canada Post, is not cheap. But it is worth it.
FILLING THE COUNCIL VACANCY
Another three candidates have added their names to the list of those who wish to apply for the vacant council seat. In addition to Elwood Armour and Heather Westendorp, Council will be interviewing Deron Johnston, Graham Pincott and Tanya Ursual. The applications of all five applicants can be viewed on-line at the Municipality’s website: www. northgrenville.on.ca. Eligible individuals are invited to submit an application for the position prior to the deadline at 2 pm on Friday, November 6, 2015. Interviews will be conducted at Special Committee of the Whole meeting(s), which will be open to the public, beginning the week of November 9. The appointment will take place at a subsequent Council meeting.
Business groups meet to discuss the future A meeting was held at the Municipal Centre last week at which various business groups discussed the need for a Business Attraction Strategy for North Grenville. The meeting was organised by the Municipality’s Economic Development Department as part of the Business Retention and Expansion Alliance program [BR+E].
Participants included the NG Chamber of Commerce, the Kemptville BIA, business and property owners representing Colonnade and Creekside Malls, Rob Thompson, Tom Graham & Associates, and Eric McSweeney of Eric McSweeney and Associates. The stated purpose of the meeting was to work towards the de-
Letter to the Editor Dear Editor: Having just read Gord Brown's item in your Oct. 28 edition, I am compelled to comment, and note just how blest we are to have such an active MP representing us here in North Grenville. Now some MPs might wait until their Gov't. was at least out of power before questioning the new one (which will not be sworn in until Nov. 4), but not our Gord; he is taking them to task right away. And here all these past eight years all I thought he was doing was getting his picture taken at ribbon cutting ceremonies. I may have even been under the illusion that the PMO had shut him up, the same as
members of his cabinet. How foolish of me! Now I learn of all the plans the Conservative gov't. had to subsidize the farmers (with my money, and yours) to offset the demise of the supply management system. Further, they were going to set up a spy system to stop any cheating across the border. Anti circumvention actions, I think they called it. Now he wants answers from the new gov't., not yet sworn in, nor have they seen the TPP which I understand may take up to two years to be signed by all parties (if ever) . No siree, Gord is not waiting, and is actively on your side. How grateful we should all be!
velopment of a North Grenville Business Recruitment Strategy, and Katie Nolan of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs acted as Facilitator for the session. The participants covered a wide range of issues, and attempted to identify weaknesses and strengths within the North Grenville business environment. Most of those present seemed to agree that we in North Grenville have much of what we need to develop economically, and that there have been numerous tools put at our disposal over the past decade with which to build the stable future we are aiming for. Eric McSweeney had provided consulting services for two Municipal Strategic Plans, as well as reports on the future of the Kemptville College campus, and the Kemptville BIA. Tom Graham has worked closely with municipal staff to create web sites, municipal signage templates, and other marketing tools. Suggestions coming out of the discussion included investigating possible tax relief for owners of business
properties. The problem of landlords who allow their properties to fall into disrepair through long term vacancy was seen as something that needs to be addressed. There was a general agreement that better communication was needed on a number of levels: with local landlords in the downtown area, with potential business investors to familiarise them with the tools and consulting facilities available to them, and between the different business groups and the municipality. Other meetings have been held between the Chamber of Commerce and the BIA, as both organisations work towards a renewal and re-evaluation of their mandates and strategies. By the end of the meet-
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ing, some progress had been made in listing goals and priorities, and the BR+E have committed to drawing up a summary of the discussion that can be used as a foundation for further meetings and strategy sessions. The feeling of the meeting was that, while growth can be positive and a boon to the community, it must not be undirected and unfettered. There is a need for clearer planning and co-ordination, so that the success of projects like Colonnade and Creekside Mall will not be at the expense of the older downtown areas. It was both helpful and instructive to hear the participants, representing such a wide swath of local business, share ideas and questions
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about future strategies. What should be the future direction of downtown Kemptville? Can it support traditional retail developments, or is there some new “branding” required to rejuvenate it? What would increased downtown residential development do in that regard? How will the delay in four-laning County Road 43 affect business growth between the 416 and Somerville Road? Meetings such as the one held last week can only improve the prospects of business in North Grenville. The more communication there is between stakeholders, the more co-ordination there is between different areas of the municipality, the better the allocation of resources will be.
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Parking bylaw affecting local residents by Hilary Thomson A simple noise complaint has turned into a bylaw issue in Kemptville that could affect people’s livelihoods. Chantal Marinoff, as well as three other people on Maley Street and Bowen Crescent in Kemptville, have been served with papers by North Grenville bylaw officers stating that they are no longer allowed to park their commercial vehicles in their driveways. Chantal, a single mother of two, is a bus driver and secretary at the Catholic French school Saint-Marguerite-Bourgeoys in Merrickville, and has been parking her bus in her driveway for nine years. She also looks after some of the children on her bus before and after school. “I don’t understand why
all of a sudden this has become an issue,” she says. “We’re all paying taxes and contributing to North Grenville.” It all began when Chantal’s neighbours, Danny Fitzgerald and his wife Jaye Dhaliwal, received a warning about a noise complaint regarding the asphalt truck that Jaye drives for work and which she sometimes parks outside her house. When Danny called to follow up about the issue, he was informed that they were also in violation of two other bylaws that prohibits them from parking the truck both on their street and in their driveway overnight, because it weighs over 2,000 kg and measures over 6.5 meters in length. The intention of these regulations is to ensure that
them just like I am dealing with the Fitzgeralds,” says Paul. “We are treating everybody equally and fairly.” This is something that Danny does not agree with. “How is it possible for you to have a law that you are only going to enforce if someone says anything about it. That makes no sense to me.” North Grenville Bylaw Services have offered to help Jaye find a commercial lot where she will be able to park her truck. Danny says this isn’t a viable option for his wife. He believes that they should be able to park the truck on their property the four or five times a year that she needs to bring it home for a job or for servicing. According to Chantal, parking her bus in a depot is not a good option for her either. Not being able to
commercial operations are not being carried out in designated residential zones, explains Director of Emergency and Protective Services Paul Hutt. “People should be able to enjoy their property in a residential zone without being disturbed by commercial activities and industry,” he says. The weight restrictions only apply when it comes to commercial vehicles. An RV, trailer or personal vehicle that is in excess of 2,000kg is allowed, as long as it is parked in a privately owned driveway or laneway. These bylaws are only enforced on a complaint basis. All the letters that were served on Maley Street and Bowen Crescent were the direct result of a complaint. “Because there has been a complaint, I have to deal with
park her bus in her driveway would affect her immensely, impinging on her livelihood. So much so, that she says she would have to consider moving. Danny has created a group on Facebook in an effort to garner people’s support in getting some clarification on the bylaws, and possibly to get them amended. The group has grown to over 1,000 members in just over a week. Chantal says she will be attending the North Grenville Council meeting on Wednesday, November 4, and is encouraging others to do the same. She says it’s not just her that could be affected by the bylaw. There are many companies who contribute a lot of money to North Grenville and whose employees bring their commercial vehicles home at night.
Deepak Beaudoin-Reichmann remembered by friends
by David Shanahan When an unidentified body was discovered by local residents by the bridge over the South Branch at CR 18 and 20 on October 14, it lead to a great deal of speculation about both the person found in a gym bag in such an isolated area, and how he had come to be there. Over the past few weeks, more details have emerged about Deepak
Beaudoin-Reichmann, the 27 year-old who, from what has been learned since that day, most likely died of a drug overdose in an Ottawa building. But to leave the story there would be a sad disservice to a young man who was clearly well-liked by many of those who knew him, or worked with him in the restaurant industry in the Market area of Ottawa. The man who comes across in their stories and loss was an engaging, active person who loved the outdoors, cooking and people. He had been living in the Ottawa area for almost ten years, and was known to that group of men and women who cook and serve and operate the many restaurants of the Byward Market. It is also striking how
as a druggie, with an addiction problem. As one family member said, he was not doing drugs for fun, he was self-medicating. The irony seems to be that Deepak was in rehab recently, but left the program when he came into a family inheritance. With $5,000 in his pocket, it seems he may have met up with friends and/ or suppliers and overdosed. Sources among his circle in Ottawa believe that the people with him when he died may have panicked and decided to move his body to deflect police attention. Two young men have been arrested and charged, not with causing his death, but in connection with disposing of his body. A third man is still being sought by the police. Those who are acquainted with the men arrested are
many people who knew him only peripherally wanted to send their condolences to his family and friends via Facebook and by attending his memorial at Irene’s Pub on Bank Street on October 26. He clearly made an impression on people, they remembered him as interesting, charming. People from as far away as Owen Sound and Philadelphia posted condolences, remembering him as “a handsome, warm and friendly man”. The sad truth seems to be that this was a deeply troubled young man, suffering from depression for a number of years, who turned to drugs to ease the pain when he could find no help in our health system. Rather than treating the underlying depression and its causes, Deepak found himself cast
Council launches a pre-budget survey to gain public input North Grenville Municipal Council is pleased to announce the launch of the first ever pre-budget survey. Historically, the budget process has been that every fall, Municipal staff in each department prepare draft budgets based on estimated operational costs and anticipated capital projects in keeping with the goals of various municipal plans including the Community Strategic Plan and the priorities of Council. These draft budgets are presented to Council and the public in a series of special meetings where the various expenses and revenues are discussed and the public is November 4, 2015
invited to offer comment. “This year, Council wanted to take a different approach to the budget process by focusing on gaining public input from the very beginning and part of that public input is the 2016 pre-budget survey”, said CAO Brian Carre. “The idea behind this survey is to engage residents and get public feedback through a different format”, said Deputy Mayor Barb Tobin. “This survey is another tool to hear from the public who are interested in the process, but perhaps not able to attend budget meetings.” The survey focuses on Municipal service areas
and asks citizens to indicate whether they feel the service levels for each area should be reduced, maintained or enhanced or whether they have no comment or are indifferent, keeping in mind that maintaining or enhancing service levels may result in tax increases. The survey will be available on the Municipal website (www.northgrenville.ca) beginning November 1 and the public will be able to respond up to and including November 30. A hard copy of the survey will be delivered to every address in the Municipality by Canada Post in the first week of November and may
be completed and dropped off at one of the following locations by November 30: North Grenville Municipal Centre, 2nd floor – 285 County Road 44, Kemptville North Grenville Public Library – 1 Water Street, Kemptville Burritts Rapids Public Library Branch
in shock too. These are not hardened criminals, they say, but found themselves unable to deal with the reality of what faced them. How they decided on the location for disposing of Deepak’s body is a question that raises as yet unanswered questions. It is not an obvious site, and must have been known to the people involved. That, at least, seems to be the logical conclusion. In the end, this is an unmitigated tragedy for everyone involved. Not only did a young man lose his life, but the lives of at least three others have been permanently changed by that event. One of those arrested is the father of a young child. Police have issued photographs of an identified white male they are keen to interview, as well
“I would like to see them re-interpret that bylaw. There are certain interpretations that are coming into play here that are just not logical for the economy of North Grenville.” Paul Hutt says that anyone who wishes to contest the bylaw is also welcome to send a written submission to phutt@northgrenville.on.ca.
as a detailed description of clothing, height, etc. These can be seen on the NG Times Facebook page. The failures of our provincial health system are too well-known to be ignored. This one man seems to have turned to drugs when he could find no help from the medical profession. This is not by any means an isolated example. Nor should we delude ourselves that it is a big city issue: this rural region is not without its own drug scene, as we have been reminded recently. We may be fortunate to have a hospital in Kemptville, and the services it provides are incredibly valuable to our community. But more young men will die accidentally as they are failed by an overburdened healthcare system.
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The Cenotaph in its original location, photographed by Walter Tuck, Kemptville-based war photographer
Nov 7 Remembrance Day Memorial service held at Memorial Park, 416 and River Road, 11 am. Nov 8 Remembrance Day Church service, South Gate Community Church, 11:40 am Nov 11 Remembrance Day Ceremonies, Cenotaph on Prescott St., 11 am. Lunch and fellowship to follow at the Legion.
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Home comforts for the boys in Europe The folks back home remained closely involved with the day to day life of the soldiers training in England. In 1915, Captain T. A. Kidd, Commander of the local Militia in Kemptville and now working on Salisbury Plain with the raw recruits, wrote to the women of Kemptville and Millar’s Corners to thank them for the gifts of socks, scarves, gloves and even pillows that they had sent over to comfort the men far away. But once the troops embarked for France, this comforting communication would be sharply limited. Meanwhile, soldiers were supplied with postcards to send home to reassure their loved ones they had not forgotten why they were so far away
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Welcome to the Merrickville-Wolford Times We welcome all submissions of news, events, photographs and suggestions. This is a newspaper that allows the community to talk to each other and share ideas, opinions, hopes and complaints, so feel free to write letters, articles, reviews, or whatever it is that’s on your mind. We hope to make this a regular section in the NG Times, one that brings communities together. It is not generally known, but Wolford and Oxford Townships were once administered as a single unit, along with Marlborough and Montague. The region was known as “The Township of Wolford and the Townships Incorporated
therewith”. From 1802, these communities planned their futures together and counted every single birth as an addition to their number. In that first year, Wolford Township had a population of just 165, which still outstripped that of Marlborough, at 85, and Oxford-on-Rideau’s grand total of 14 (the Harris family). Times have certainly changed since then, but Merrickville-Wolford and North Grenville still maintain a close-knit, rural feel, communities where people get involved, and like to know what’s happening. It has been said that the NG Times is not a normal newspaper, that we tend to have opinions and to
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express them. We take that as a compliment, a sign that there is room for all shades of opinion, that no-one will be denied a forum for their ideas, beliefs and even their occasional rants. That, we believe, is how it should be. We are not a people who like bland. That is also why people like to read the Times cover to cover: because they are reading what their neighbours have to say, not a corporate line. This is an independent paper for independent people who want to play a part, want to be informed. But that takes all of us: so we welcome your input. This is your newspaper, if you make it so.
by Beth Nicol Sam Jakes has operated as a hotel or inn over many years, opening its doors to travellers looking for safe lodging and a warm dinner. Today it continues to play a role in Merrickville life as the home of an up and coming private boarding school, Fulford Preparatory College. Fulford Preparatory College has carved a niche in the educational market that is proving to be successful at the international level. Founded in 2012 by Louis and Francois Barnard, and operating in partnership with Fulford Academy in Brockville, it caters to students seeking to complete grades 11 and 12 to acquire their Ontario Secondary School diploma. The low student/teacher ratio of 5 -10 to a class, the rigorous entry requirements, the 100% success rate at university placement and the focus on English as a Second Language instruction have contributed to its ever increasing enrolment. It is expected that it will reach its capacity of 60 in September 2016. Its role as a boarding school allows Fulford Preparatory to integrate international students into all aspects
Merrickville & District Historical Society The Merrickville & District Historical Society met at the Legion building on Main Street West on October 27 to hear Dr. David Shanahan speak on the history of this region from Pre-Contact times until 1800. David is the Historian with the North Grenville Historical Society, and has worked in the area of First Nations History for almost thirty years. The full house heard about the peoples who once lived in this territory “long before the white man and long before the wheel”, and of the long periods of conflict between nations that led to our locality being a “no-man’s land” for decades, a place too dangerous in which to settle for indigenous peoples at war with each other. The talk itself, and the many interesting questions and comments which followed it, ranged through history, including the current status of First Nations in Canada. It was an evening that went by too quickly, another fascinating and informative night with the M&D Historical Society. Visit the Society’s web page at: www. merrickvillehistory.org and keep up to date with events and news at our Facebook page.
of Canadian life. As well as providing the students with the academic and linguistic skills necessary to be successful at the university level, North American cultural values, social standards and expectations are actively taught. The staff is committed to individual and academic success, and developing citizenship and leadership skills. The 44 students presently residing at FPC this year represent eight countries. Canadian students who are looking for a more intense educational experience and who meet the requirements are able to apply for entry as well. The Ontario Ministry of Education Secondary School curriculum is taught by qualified teachers and is supervised (but not funded) by the OME. The OSS Literacy Test and the mandatory Volunteer requirement apply as well. There have been some modifications: the provincial instructional requirement of 110 hours per academic year has been expanded to 140 hours at FPC; the requisite Volunteer hours of 10 annually has been doubled to 20. All staff members including headmaster, Kevin Farrell, hold ESL qualifications in addition to College of Teach-
ers and Ministry of Education specifications. Mr. Farrell brings a wealth of experience to his position which allows him to view education from a variety of perspectives. He has held a leadership position at Ashbury College in Ottawa, was integral to the operation of the “street” school, Trails Youth Initiative in Toronto, worked with Round Square International in England and was a leader in Outward Bound. He sees every action and interaction as a learning opportunity. Mr. Farrell lives in residence. The school’s Residential Life program encourages students to contribute to local initiatives. They acquire familiarity with Canadian culture and customs by active participation in various events. This also affords them the opportunity to apply language skills to real life situations. The students from FPC have been welcomed into the community and they feel at home there. You can spot them lending a hand at Legion dinners, at the Cenotaph on Remembrance Day or skating at the outdoor rink. If you do, share a smile, a nod or start up a conversation. It’s the Merrickville thing to do.
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Submitted by Myrla Cavanagh A lively, new event not to be missed is coming to the Merrickville area!! Mark your calendars for our POP-UP HANDMADE MARKETPLACE Saturday, November 14 from 5-8 pm for a lovely, lantern lit evening event or Sunday, November 15 from 10-4 pm at the Burritts Rapids Hall. The Dusty Magpie, a family home-based business that sells vintage treasures as well as one of a kind re-purposed creations for your home, is heading up something a little different. A group of a dozen
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artisans and vendors will be combining their talents all under one roof to offer a brand new and exciting shopping experience to this area: A variety of diverse products with one thing in common - all local, small based businesses who pride themselves in handmade creations as well as yummy food products. We are a group that is celebrating our creative passions as well as our love of people! The Dusty Magpie will also be heading up their fundraiser for this holiday season called "Warm Feet, Warm Hearts" at this event . One of the most needed items in Ottawa shelters is also one of the least donated...warm socks. Our goal is to collect 100 pairs by Christmas! Please help us out. There will be free gift wrapping provided by youth. They ask in exchange that you donate a small monetary amount or bring a pair
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Artists, homeowners and avid collectors are among the clientele served by Merrickville's Canal Gallery, in business since 1999. In addition to custom picture framing, it sells an eclectic range of original and print art, gifts from the Bradford Exchange, funky note cards and books by local authors, including Randall Denley, Mark Sutcliffe, and Lowell Green. Early in its life, a decision was made to bring state-of-the-art equipment to the framing operation. A modern dry-mount press, joining machine, and computerized mat cutter made the business as competitive as the best in the country, but naturally at a smaller scale. The gallery has framed pieces as small as a piece of WW II-ERA confetti and as large as a Sens jersey. Artwork framed by the gallery has been hung across Canada, and in several countries. Regular customers hail from all over
eastern Ontario, Toronto and Montreal. The gallery has programs wherein local artists and photographers get preferred pricing, to enable fair pricing for resale. To do this, the gallery negotiates volume deals on molding purchases with Ontario and Quebec manufacturers and distributors, and stocks 30,000 feet of competitively - priced molding. This also helps to provide faster turnaround on jobs. Small towns rely on volunteers and volunteer organizations, and the gallery works with historical societies, churches, conservation and other groups on
fund-raising projects. The business has stiff competition from the Orient, big boxes, and the Internet, but has survived by providing superior service and quality. It has several guarantees: full, no-questions-asked refunds on art purchases, and re-dos on framing when the framed artwork "just doesn't look right". In many cases, it delivers at no charge to Ottawa locations, and always delivers oversized art when the buyer's vehicle is too small. The owner is Ted Hitsman, who is joined by long time staff members Pam Hansen, Leyna Sanger, and Donna Seguin.
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Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week, November 1-7, 2015 Beat the Silent Killer: Prevent CO in Your Home Ontario’s second annual Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week runs from November 1-7, 2015, and the North Grenville Fire Service reminds you to install carbon monoxide (CO) alarms in your home if you have a fuelburning appliance, a fireplace or an attached garage. “The law requires that you have a working CO alarm adjacent to each sleeping area of the home if your home has a fuel-burning appliance, a fireplace or an attached garage,” said North Grenville Fire Service Chief Paul Hutt “For added protection, install a carbon monoxide alarm on every storey of the home according to manufacturer’s instructions.” Fuel-burning appliances can include furnaces, hot water heaters, gas or wood fire-
places, portable fuel-burning heaters and generators, barbeques, stoves and vehicles. If you live in a condo or apartment building with a service room, CO alarms must be installed in the service room and adjacent to each sleeping area of all homes above, below and beside the service room. In condo or apartment buildings that have a garage, CO alarms must be installed adjacent to each sleeping area of all homes above, below and beside the garage. “In Ontario, more than 80% of injuries and deaths from CO occur in the home,” said Chief Hutt. “We want to make sure everyone is safe from CO. Install CO alarms, and do everything you can to prevent CO in your home in the first place.”
What is CO? CO is known as the silent killer because it is an invisible, tasteless and odourless gas that can be deadly. CO is produced when fuels such as propane, gasoline, natural gas, heating oil or wood do not burn completely in fuel-burning appliances and devices such as furnaces, gas or wood fireplaces, hot water heaters, stoves, barbeques, portable fuel-burning heaters and generators and vehicles. Prevent CO in your home: Ensure all fuel-burning appliances in your home are inspected annually. Visit COSafety.ca to find a registered contractor near you. Check that all outside appliance vents are not blocked. Never use a portable fuelburning appliance inside (i.e.
barbeques, portable heaters and generators). Know the symptoms of CO: Exposure to CO can cause flu-like symptoms such as headaches, nausea, dizziness, as well as confusion, drowsiness, loss of consciousness and death. If your CO alarm sounds, and you or other occupants suffer from symptoms of CO poisoning, get everyone out of the home immediately. Then call 9-1-1 or your local emergency services number from outside the building. If your CO alarm sounds, and no one is suffering from symptoms of CO poisoning, check to see if the battery needs replacing, or the alarm has reached its "end-of-life" before calling 9-1-1.
Know the sound of your CO alarm: Your CO alarm sounds different than your smoke alarm. Test both alarms monthly and make sure everyone in your home knows the difference between the two alarm sounds. Don’t be confused by the sound of your CO alarm’s low-battery warning. Follow your CO alarm manufacturer’s instructions so you know the difference between the low-battery warning, the “end-of-life” warning, and the alarm alerting you to the presence of CO in your home. For more CO safety tips, visit ontario.ca/firemarshal and COsafety.ca or contact the North Grenville Fire Service (613) 258-2438.
Fun activities for Big The North Grenville Photography Club Brothers Big Sisters Littles
Always take your camera with you! You never know what you will find when you wander. ‘Forgotten’ by club member On October 28th, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds and Jancy Watkins. Grenville enjoyed a fun activity night with the Littles and Bigs doing pumpkin carving! The kids made some very creative jack-o-lanterns to put on their porches for Halloween with the help of their Bigs! The next activity night will be held TAKING PART IN OUR COMMUNITY Wednesday, November 25, where the Bigs and Littles will be doing a fun winter craft and enjoy some wintery treats! If you would like to be a part of these fun activity nights, come in the BBBS office located in the Municipal Centre in Kemptville, or call 613-258-4440 or visit www.mentoringmatters.ca to LIVING/VOLUNTEERING/SHOPPING/REPORTING/SPONSORING volunteer or be a supporter. November 4, 2015
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The price being paid Through 1915, the Canadians began to experience the cost of the reality of war. At the Battle of Ypres, they experienced their first major combat and casualties began to mount.
Many businesses raised their own companies for the Canadian Expeditionary Force. This photograph shows the burial of Major Knight, Officer Commanding the Eaton’s Machine Gun Battery.
These photographs were taken by Walter Tuck and come from the Kilfoyle Collection of the NG Historical Society Archives
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24 Women’s World Curling Tour Teams North Grenville Curling Club November 5-8
by Jim Dolan If you are a curling fan or just like watching curling and want to see 24 of the best women’s team from Nova Scotia (3), New Brunswick (1), Quebec (2), Ontario (5), Ottawa area (10), the United States (1) and Switzerland
(1) play 62 games over four days, then the place to be from November 5-8 is the North Grenville Curling Club in Kemptville. Our town and our curling club are proud to host for the tenth consecutive year the Royal LePage OVCA Women’s Fall Classic, a World
Curling Tour Event. Ten years ago, Janet McGhee from Uxbridge drew to the button on her final shot to defeat Quebec’s Brenda Nicholls 5-4 in an extra end. Skip forward ten years and Brenda Nicholls and teammate Annie Lemay are back to take another run at winning
the title, this time playing third and second on the team skipped by Quebec’s MarieFrance Larouche. Larouche’s first game is against Ottawa’s Cheryl McBain at 12 noon on Thursday. A former member of the NGCC, Barb Willemsen (Kelly), plays lead for McBain. This $17,500 event has attracted an impressive field, including three current Provincial Scotties Champions – Ontario’s Julie Hastings, Quebec’s Lauren Mann (former NGCC member) and local crowd favourite, certainly in the Smiths Falls North Grenville area, Nova Scotia’s Mary-Anne Arsenault, and two former Fall Classic champions Jenn Hanna, 2007, and current champion Cathy Auld. Auld plays Ottawa’s Celeste Butler-Rohland in her opening game at 6 pm Thursday. The Butler-Rohland team has two players, Kim Brown and Trish Scharf,
who live in North Grenville and are former members of the club. The United States is represented by Alex Carlson, Becca Funk, Jordan Moulton and Kendall Behm. Carlson, Funk and Behm were members of last year’s US Women’s National Championship team skipped by Erica Brown. Carlson is making her third appearance at the Classic and plays Hanna in her opening game at 12:00 noon. Adding a little international flavor to the event is the Swiss team skipped by Silvana Tirinzoni, who has done quite well on the Grand Slam Tour winning the season’s first event and making it to the quarter finals in last week’s second event. Silvana’s team has to be considered one of the favourites to hoist the Fall Classic trophy and receive the $5,500 winner’s cheque. The Tirinzoni team is the featured match in the opening draw
of the event at 9:15 am. Her opponent is Ottawa’s NicoleButler Rohland. Arsenault plays her first game against Ontario’s Mallory Kean at 6 pm. Playing third on the Kean team is Carly Howard, a member of Auld’s 2014 winning team and daughter of Glenn Howard. A day pass cost $5, a four-day event pass costs only $10. Persons 17 and under are admitted free. Games run all day on Thursday starting at 9:15 am, Friday starting at 8:45 am. On Saturday games are at 9 am, 11:30 am, 4 pm and 7 pm. The quarter-finals, semi-finals and Championship game are at 9 am, 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm on Sunday. Visit the North Grenville Curling Club website at ngcc. ovca.com or the Fall Classic website at classic.ovca.com for a complete list of teams and the draw times for all games.
other stripe, with assist from Watson and Alavi, to head to the dressing room with 2 zip lead. In the second session, Tackett was up to his old magic. After picking up a pass from Watson, he found Row streaming towards the goal to slide in for 3 - 0 score. The flood gates opened as Titus, with help from Wickers and Dow, caused more damage. Cole and Kiriacou made things happen for Kirkby to make it a 4-goal romp. The 73's Gaudet, with help from Russell, would lock up the final five minutes of the 2nd
period with a 6 point lead. In the final period, with the Canadians so far down, we knew some strange things might occur, but never have I seen a stopper pulled in one period as much as in this game. Hodgin's shut-out attempt, broken as Larson buried one with help from Carrier and Merkley, put a mark for the Canadians. Then after Carleton Place pulled their goalie yet again, O'Flynn would clear to Kirkby to catch Kiriacou flying up the wing and slide into an empty net. The Canadians received a
gift when yet another penalty was called on Kemptville and the Canadians launched a 6 on 4 attack, as Lombardozzi capitalized from St. Pierre to end the 60 minutes with a 7 - 2 win. Just a few observations about the night: every time the Canadians goalie was pulled, their bench door remained open. After reviewing penalties, it seemed to be a very lopsided event. Unfortunately we lost a very close contest 5 - 4 on Sunday in Carleton Place........ so with fan support, let's show what we are made of.
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Tried to move St. Pierre, but paid the price... This is what 73's Hodgin's had to put up with during Tuesday night’s affair with the #1 club Carleton Place Canadians as Kemptville posted a 7 - 2 victory on home ice by the Sports Guy After a terrible road outing for our boys, we needed to get back on the rails for Tuesday night's contest against the hungry Gloucester Rangers. Kemptville picked up another defenceman from a trade with Gloucester for the game. The 73's opened up at 12:32 of the first period with Olavi ringing it off the crossbar and in, with help from Row and Tackett. Second 20: Kemptville controlled their opposition and pumped in two more goals as Watson directed a pass to Guy to find Tracy speedy to the net at 7:07 to capitalize for another marker. Then at 5:54, Tugnutt and November 4, 2015
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4 to 3 battle. Rangers, with face-off at centre ice, pulled their goalie for odd man rush. Cole ran over his assignment to catch Tracy going through neutral and sent it to Tugnutt, with clear shot on empty net to close out game with 5 - 3 victory. Friday's game against the first place Carleton Place Canadians proved to be an extremely fast and exciting contest, with our boys launching an attack on their opponents. First period belonged to Kemptville, posting a twogoal lead with markers from Tackett, assisted by Russell and Row. Tackett counted for an-
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Nursing Sisters from Oxford Mills Looking at a plaque commemorating people from the Oxford Mills area who served during World War I, it takes a moment to realise that two of the names engraved there are women. Amelia and Florence Greer served as Nursing Sisters with the Canadian Army Medical Corps during the First World War. The Greers were a prominent family in the Oxford Mills area, farming on lot 19, concession 5. Amelia was 42 when she enlisted in 1914, Florence was four years younger. Just over 3,100 Canadian women served as Nursing Sisters between 1914 and 1918, more than 2,500 of them overseas. They nursed in France, Belgium, Gallipoli and Egypt, as well as in English hospitals. They earned the nickname “bluebirds” because of their blue uniforms and white veils, as well as “Sisters of Mercy”. Canada’s Nursing Sisters saved lives by assisting with medical operations and by caring for convalescing soldiers. Fifty-three of these women were killed during the war, from enemy fire, illness, or when a German U-Boat torpedoed and sank the Canadian hospital ship, the Llandovery Castle, in June of 1918. All 14 nurses on board were killed. Twice, also in 1918, Canadian hospitals were hit by aerial bombardment. In one of these attacks, on the 1st Canadian General Hospital in Étaples, three Nursing Sisters were killed. A special memorial to the CAMC nurses was unveiled in 1926, and it is located in the Centre Block on Parliament Hill. Both Amelia and Florence died the same year, in 1954, and they are commemorated in interesting ways. The family tombstone lists their parents and sister on one side, but the two Nursing Sisters have their names and dates engraved together on the reverse side of the stone. A second, small stone lies beside the family monument. On it is engraved the inscription: Amelia J. Seeley served as Amelia J. Greer Nursing Sister C.A.M.C. C.E.F. 29 June 1954 Age 82 That, it seems, is how Amelia wanted to be remembered. Two Nursing Sisters tend to a wounded Canadian soldier Credit: Canadian War MUseum
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Reid Beckett of Oxford Mills Reid Beckett came from a well-known family in North Grenville. He had worked as a carpenter in his home village of Oxford Mills, and had been a member of the 56th Lisgar Rifles from 1910. Reid joined up in September, 1914, aged 26, and served with the 11th Battalion from 1914 to 1917. His two years in the trenches were exciting and painful ones for Reid. Wounded in back, neck and hand during 1915, he was shot in the leg in 1916. When he was finally given fourteen days leave in London in 1917, he experienced something very familiar to soldiers who got away from the front lines. He began to have weak spells and severe headaches, and was diagnosed with shell shock. He then transferred to the 15th Canadian Reserve Battalion, but his health never really recovered. He had contracted pneumonia in 1910, and was one of the millions who was hit by influenza in October, 1918. He managed to survive that, as well as appendicitis in 1917 and in 1918. Discharged on July 10, 1919, with the rank of Acting Sergeant, he was reunited with his wife, Jessie, who had moved to Moose Jaw Saskatchewan in 1914, when Reid had been sent there for training. Like other soldier’s wives, Jessie received Separation Allowance of $20 per month, eventually rising to $30, while Reid was in France. Reid was one of the lucky ones who returned from the war relatively unscathed. He survived two years of trench warfare, being shot three or four times, appendicitis, influenza and tonsilitis. It was a very different world for the young carpenter from Oxford Mills.
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OMCA Meeting, 7 pm. Hosted at the Brigadoon. Kemptville Legion Craft Sale 9:30 am– 2:00 pm. Tables $15.00. Call Lorena for reservations 613-258-9065. Vendors welcome. The Branch Artisans Annual Christmas Show & Sale, Sat. 9:30 to 4 pm & Sun. 10-3:30 pm at the North Grenville Municipal, 285 County Road 44. Free Admission & Parking. Remembrance Day Memorial service held at Memorial park, 416 and River Road, 11 am. Remembrance Day Church service, South Gate Community Church, 11:40 am Remembrance Day Ceremonies, Cenotaph on Prescott St., 11 am. Lunch and felloship to follow at the Legion. NG Historical Society meeting, 15 Water Street, 7 pm. Guest speaker: Mr. Terry Meagher will discuss his book “Betrayal: Canadian Soldiers Hong Kong 1941". Coffee, tea and sweets will be available throughout the evening. New Horizon Club, 2 pm Burritt’s Rapids Community Hall. Will commemorate Remembrance Day with music by the Hummingbirds. Members will be invited to share stories of their family and life experiences during WWII and post-war years. All adults 55 plus invited. New members welcome. Flash A Stache Fundraiser in support of Prostate Cancer Awareness. Dinner/Scotch tasting evening 6 pm at Winchelsea, Winchester. $60 for 4 course meal, 4 scotch tastes or $35 with no scotch tastes. For reservations or details contact Winchelsea at 613-808-9558 or go to www.thewinchelsea.com. St. Paul's Presbyterian Church Christmas Bazaar, Bake sale 10:30am, Luncheon 11:30-1:00am
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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 Wed. 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. 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. 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 $5.00. Children under 12 $3. All welcome. Kemptville and Area Walking Group, Municipal Centre - Early birds: 8 am, others 8:30 am. Contact: Eva 258-4487.
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First 10 words are FREE for North Grenville Residents. Extra Words: 50 cents a word. Email production@ngtimes.ca SERVICES Frame Local! Country Ways Custom Picture framing 613.322.6484 dam5@bell. net NO TIME TO COOK? We’ll take care of it! Homemade frozen meals; lunch & family sizes, muffins, soups, dessets and more! For more information go to www.lamyriade.ca.
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HOUSECLEANING- Every working Mother and Father needs a House Wife. Sandi 613-2197277
Stucco & Parging Services, also specializing in repointing & chinking. Free estimates. cedarrockcontracting@gmail.com 613.818.5187
Fencing and Deck Specialist, Renovations 20 yrs experience Brian 613 215 0805
SNOW REMOVAL: stairs, walkways, small driveways, roofs. Call Al 613.258.3847 or 613.295.0300
Property clean-up, trees/brush/yard waste, scrap metal, dump runs, anything removed. Call Wayne Scott at 613 286 9072
REGAL GIFTS, call or email for Christmas Catalogue 613.258.5558 gilliantrojan@ gmail.com
Complete Home Property Clean up: house cleaning, dump runs, etc. Call Al’s Clean up services 613.258.3847 613.295.0300
Call Cinderella to look after your Alzhiemer or Parkinson loved one 613.859.4644
Rock My House music lessons in fiddle, piano, drums and more. 613 258 5656
Music Instruction, guitar, banjo, ukulele, group singing and more. Your place or mine. 613.720.3531
Handyman/Contractor with years of experience. No job too big or small. Unlimited references, call for free estimate 613.791.8597
Certified Packer can help you prepare for your move. Cinderella 613.859.4644
YOGA for everyone. Wed and Thurs., at YIG. Call 258-9902
Renovated Ground Floor Office 1,900 sqft, 200 Sanders St. Kempt. 613.795.2389
Fresh Garlic, 4101 Cty Rd 43, 3 kms East of Hwy 416
Quality Grass Horse Hay 4x5 rounds Jon 613.227.3650
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HONEY - raw wildflower .55kg sizes, cut comb Honeyfield Farm 613.269.4233
Commercial space for rent 513-b Prescott St. All Inclusive $750/month, Available Oct. 1 613.794.3551
2 bdrm, 218 Prescott, quiet bldg, no smoking, incl. parking, heat, hydro and water. Sept. 1, $1250. Call 258 0849
Reporting to the Treasurer, the bookkeeper will learn how to enter and pay invoices, do payroll and setup payments through online banking.
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Kemptville Youth Centre is seeking a volunteer apprentice bookkeeper wanting to learn the skills of basic accounting and using accounting software.
Senior needs old car batteries for making weights. Call 613 258 6254
One bedroom Apt. in town. NO stairs. $750. plus utilities 613.258.4741
Old Town Kempville 10 Prescott Street Commercial retail space 690 sq. ft. available Imm. 613.295.0552
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SEWING: Weddings to alterations at Stonehouse sewing. Call Sharon 613 224 3182 Rural Home Care servicesAffordable, personal, professional & experienced care for your loved one. 613.868.0356
Laborer needed, for construction company Driver’s licence not required, Residents of Kemptville Only Call 613-894-5210”Y
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Firewood-Mixed hardwood $100 per cord delivered. Call John at 613-227-3650
One Bdrm Apartment, No Pets, NON SMOKING, $700 + utilities 613 220 5014
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
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Peacefully, at the Bayfield Manor Nursing Home in Kemptville, on Wednesday, October 28, 2015, age 69 years. Beloved daughter of the late Reverend Phil and Alice Schissler. Much loved sister of Mary Simpson (Jim). Loving aunt of Brad Simpson (Patricia) and Heather Haupert (Ralph). Great-aunt of Nick, Will, Jacob Simpson and Amaya Haupert. A special thank you to the staff of the Bayfield Manor for their wonderful care of Maureen. Friends are invited to visit the Brown Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 805 Prescott Street, Kemptville on Monday, November 2, 2015 from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm. A Funeral Service will be held at St Paul’s Presbyterian Church, 239 Prescott Street, Kemptville on Tuesday at 11 am. Interment will take place in Toronto. Donations may be made to the St Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Kemptville or Community Living North Grenville.
Bake Sale and Bottle Drive in support of Michelle Brazeau Riley McShane is an 8 year old, grade 3 student at Oxford on Rideau Public School. Michelle Brazeau went there too. Now the 30 year old mother of three is fighting for her life. Diagnosed with Stage IV Pancreatic Cancer in August, Michelle is undergoing intense treatment which leaves her drained physically and her family drained financially. The Brazeau family is working hard to stay proactive and positive; Riley wanted to do something positive too. She came up with the ideas of collecting bottles or having a bake sale. She decided to do both. On Saturday, November 21, you can drop off your beer, wine, cooler and liquor bottles and cans at: Oxford on Rideau Public School at 50 Water Street in Oxford Mills from 10 am until 3 pm If all that lifting and toting tires you out, freshly baked treats will be available for purchase. If you are unable to get to the drop off location but still would like to participate, please email Lisa Le Moine at: Lisalemoine15@hotmail.com For additional information on Michelle and her efforts to beat cancer or to donate on her behalf, visit: https://www. gofundme.com/y533u8b8
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Firewood-Hardwood cut, split and delivered, $100/cord, Min. 3 chords. Call Peter at 258-5504 or 613-913-0810
ROCK MY HOUSE Music Lessons in Fiddle, Piano, Drums and more. 613-258-5656.
Firewood-Mixed hardwood $100 per cord delivered. Call Charlie at 613-989-2850.
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The Doctor from Merrickville Lt. Col. T. C. D. Bedell
A familiar name in North Grenville and Merrickville-Wolford: Lt. Col. Thomas Casey Dorland Bedell, of Merrickville (right) was with the first Canadian contingent sent to England in 1914, and was second in command of the 48th Highlanders. He was a doctor in peacetime, and had served with the 156th Battalion, Leeds & Grenville. In 1915 he was hospitalised for Trench Fever and then returned to Canada to take command of the 156th when it was mobilised for service. He was known for carrying a long stick with him in the trenches, which he used for “poking about in the trenches in the dark�, to look for mudholes. Thomas Bedell was married to Laura, with a son (14) and a daughter (10) when he left for France with the 156th in 1916. He transferred to the Canadian Army Medical Corp in 1917, at his own request, and worked in hospitals in London and Epsom. Demobbed in September, 1919, he returned safely to Laura and his family in Canada
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The War comes home The villages of the area became used to the sight of columns of soldiers marching off to war, decorating their streets and homes, and entertaining the men as they headed off to embarkation points. Later on, as the years passed, the home guard would be called upon to give what they could through the Red Cross and the Women’s Institutes.
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Building a national identity abroad The name of Vimy would become synonymous with Canada and Canadians, a renewed national identity was established there, and the cost in lives would be tragic.
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Kemptville BIA focus: Sunny side up by Deron Johnston The best ambassadors for local businesses are always the residents that live and shop there. Don't underestimate how much impact you have on the success of your community. You never know who's listening when you're talking, so when you order your eggs, order them 'sunny side up'. For example, there's a perception out there that there's not much positive going on in Old Town Kemptville [OTK]. You can help set the record straight and let people know there are actually several very positive things happening right now. After all, if you had a business, wouldn't you want people to
hear about the positive? Over the past several months, the OTK Business Improvement Area [BIA] board of management has been taking a long, hard look at itself to determine whether the BIA is sustainable in its current form. A recent report prepared by McSweeney & Associates for the BIA suggested that significant changes needed to be made in order to improve the BIA's ability to effectively support local businesses. The BIA has been very active on some of those recommendations and has also been working closely with the municipality to strengthen relationships with key stakeholders including working towards growing
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fans would be happy to hear about. The couple live in the area and are very excited about the future of their new shop. There is also the new The Dill Flowers Studios at 809 Prescott Street. They offer a wide variety of flowers and gifts which are available through an online ordering system, by email, over the phone or through one on one appointments. Owner Vanessa Gagner started the business out of her home and has now decided to take the next step and run it from an actual storefront that would be more convenient and allow people to drop in. As for the future, with the addition of two condominium towers being built by the LA Group in OTK and the possible foot traffic they would generate (adding as many as three hundred people to OTK), it appears there is plenty of reason to be optimistic. As well, with the possible revival of Kemptville College in the form of the Kemptville Centre For Rural Advancement, there could be a mixture of both private and public organizations moving into the OTK area. Once again, this could mean hundreds more students and employees coming daily to OTK. So, the next time someone says there's nothing positive going on in OTK, put on your 'Friends of OTK' hat and let that person know that there's actually plenty of positive things going on. And don't forget to recommend that they order their eggs 'sunny side up' too because you never know who's listening.
a mutually beneficial relationship with the North Grenville Chamber of Commerce. The chief obstacle for the BIA is the relatively small budget that they currently have to work with. The BIA is currently attempting to remedy that situation by applying for grant money through various provincial and federal government agencies. Though this would only be short term funding, it would still go a long way towards helping to both create interest for businesses to locate themselves in OTK and to promote and market the businesses that are already there. In addition, the BIA is currently exploring what it can do to leverage the historical aspect of OTK to promote their member businesses and help make North Grenville a destination for tourism. Activities, contests, tours and events related to the history of Kemptville and North Grenville are just some of the ideas that are being discussed. Some of these would allow not only local businesses, but also interested residents and community organizations to become involved and help create a stronger sense of community. There are also new businesses and new faces both in OTK and just outside the current footprint of OTK. The new owners of Geronimo Coffee House, Terri and Lee, are young, energetic and have lots of ideas on how they feel they can build on the hard work of former owner Heather Childs. They've already discussed expanding their menu, which their loyal
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Return to Citizenship
by Heather Sansom One of the things I am most excited about with the process of electing a new government is the huge percentage of Canadians that turned out to vote. Often, en famille. Parents were out there exampling citizen engagement instead of apathy to their kids. People were talking about politics everywhere you went. Yeah Canada, for waking up. I don't envy Trudeau. I wouldn't want his job. And, I'd be ultra intimidated if I already had a famous parent that had done the job before me. So, it's a good thing he seems to have selected a good team around himself. Maybe this will be the era of teamwork and collaboration in Canadian politics. Wouldn't it be cool too if a bigger percentage of the people that got mobilised to vote nationally, realised how much collective power and influence they have as engaged citizens locally. You can really have an impact just by volunteering on boards, or as a family, attend municipal council meetings, and get involved. In fact, it’s the work done day to day and week to week that creates the grassroots groundswell that national election platforms are eventually based on. There are so many ways to change the life around you on a daily basis. But you need to know who your neighbours are. Instead of sitting at home consuming or 'relaxing', it takes a little getting out there. I wish for example, that the agriculture and farm based community actually attended municipal economic development events or town council. They don't, because they're busy doing work instead of talking about it. Consequently, decisions get made in ignorance of the needs of the land and all the people. If decisions are dumb and ignore the obvious, that's because the decision makers didn't get the benefit of being in acquaintance with the people concerned. Make sure your community is in acquaintance with your perspectives and concerns. Your voice matters. I've noticed that even when they don't appear to be listening, they sometimes start adopting some of the ideas you've been lobbing at them, if you're consistent enough, and you're right. We can learn from First Nations: just don't give up or shut up or lie down and let yourself get walked over. So I hope, that Canadians might now be more engaged generally. Canadians engaged as citizens on a daily basis in communities would do more in a year to change things, or shore up good things that are crumbling, than a decade of any particular party regime.
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Unexpected Burden by Deron Johnston For those of you who have experienced dealing with a cherished loved one who has developed a terminal illness, it is quite possibly one of the most difficult things you will ever experience. Even just watching your parents age and see them slowly lose their independence, lose their physical health and lose their mental health can be exhausting on multiple levels. The prospective physical, emotional and sometimes financial burden of these situations can be overwhelming, especially if you have a full time job and a family of your own to look after. There are times in life when you just wish you could go to the library or search the internet to find a manual that would tell you exactly how to deal with these types of life changing events. Well there’s an event happening that’s being hosted by the Beth Donovan Hospice that is open to everyone that is either going through these challenges now or will be in the near future. Actually, this is a great event for anyone who is curious about how to cope with not only these types of things, but also the
impact of dealing with your own health and well-being concerns as you age. “I Don’t Have Time For This” is a reading, discussion and book signing conducted by author Katherine Arnup, PhD. It will take place at the North Grenville Community Church, 2659 Concession Road in Kemptville from 7 to 9 pm on Thursday, November 12. The event is free to all community members and light refreshments will be served. The Dr. Margaret Farncombe Palliative Care Education Fund is the sponsor for the event. Katherine is a social historian, professor, life coach and hospice volunteer who has written on sexuality, marriage, motherhood and the diversity and complexity of family life. In her book “I Don’t Have Time For This”, Katherine gives the reader a roadmap into aging, illness and dying that we will all travel. With moving stories from her family, clients and through her years as a hospice volunteer, Katherine writes about the challenges and stresses of caregiving as well as the regret and guilt caregivers might feel. She also speaks about the intimate, joyful and humorous moments and the
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30-Day Cycling Challenge New cycling challenge to raise money for a critical transportation service
emotional rewards that can come from caring for loved ones. If these sound like some of the challenges you’re currently facing or will be soon, drop by on Thursday November 12 at 7 pm. You don’t have to speak or take part in the discussion. If you simply just want to listen and would find comfort in hearing about the experiences of others, we encourage you to come and even bring a friend if you like.
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The Canadian Cancer Society in Lanark, Leeds & Grenville is excited to announce the launch of the 30-Day Cycling Challenge, a new fundraiser during November. The Challenge will raise funds and awareness for the Society’s Wheels of Hope, a critical transportation service that helps community members get to their cancerrelated appointments. In Ontario, 1 in 5 cancer patients cannot get to their cancer-related appointments. Last year, the Society's Lanark, Leeds & Grenville volunteer drivers drove 292,524 kilometres, with each trip costing an average of just more than $60 due to the long distances travelled in eastern Ontario. “We are very excited to launch this challenge as it provides another way to get involved and support the local Wheels of Hope,” says Anita Carley, Community Fundraising Specialist of the Lanark, Leeds & Grenville
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Community Office. “Participants set a cycling goal that is a personal fitness goal or the same distance that one of our community members travels to life-saving treatment.” The cycling can be done on the road or in a gym, in a group or on your own. The minimum fundraising goal is thirty dollars, which corresponds to the average cost of a one-way trip to a patient’s cancer treatment. Participants will be able to collect pledges through the online web page or using pledge forms. Motivate yourself to pedal with purpose for a cause this November. For more information or to register for the 30-Day Cycle Challenge, please visit cancer. ca/30daycyclingchallange or contact the Lanark, Leeds & Grenville community office
of the Canadian Cancer Society at 613-267-1058 / 1-800367-2913, or by emailing lanarklg@ontario.cancer.ca.
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The Kemptville Youth Centre is seeking candidates for its Board of Directors The KYC Board is looking for candidates for the position of Director with a commitment to community service and willingness to learn and work in a team atmosphere. A Board member can expect to spend a minimum of 10 hours per month attending meetings and performing committee work. The KYC strives to have a Board with a wide range of skills and experiences. For more information on the KYC, visit
kemptvilleyc.com How To Apply: The Nominations Committee of the Board of Directors, KYC, is currently accepting applications, and interested applicants can submit a letter of interest along with a current resume and/or biography to: Erin Lee Marcotte Chair of Nominating Committee Board of Directors Kemptville Youth Centre E-mail: elm@definit.ca
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