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Ceremonial first tap ushers in sap season

TRAFFIC HELD UP FOLLOWING BUGGY CRASH

Region to get fifth riding Kitchener-Conestoga survives rejigging of federal electoral boundaries; Albrecht happy with commission's new plan

Producers looking for a better year as rain and snow help overcome last year’s drought

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ELENA MAYSTRUK The sugar maples might still be bare, but their sap is almost ready to flow. The official first tap ceremony last week heralded the season that will commence as soon as the weather conditions become ideal.

The Waterloo-Wellington Ontario Maple Syrup Producers Association (WWOMSPA) held the ceremony February 22 at Winding Road Maple Products in Elmira. With local politicians and community members on hand, the first sugar maple was tapped on the property of syrup producers Dale and Paul Martin.

The ceremony complete, local producers hope to have plenty of the golden stuff on hand for the Elmira Maple Syrup Festival in April.

In the week leading up to the tap, producers were already busily at work, preparing their trees for the start of the maple syrup season, said Paul Martin at the ceremony.

“It’s an exciting day for us. It’s an exciting day for the maple syrup produc-

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EMS crews were on the scene to treat a 10-year-old boy who suffered facial injuries. Traffic on the road was held up for a short time as the buggy was towed away.

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Facing a major restructuring of his riding, Kitchener-Conestoga MP Harold Albrecht will now see only some tweaking when the boundaries are redrawn for the 2015 election.

The name KitchenerConestoga will remain when a fifth riding is added to Waterloo Region under plans released this week by the Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission. The townships of Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich stay together, though the southwest portion of Kitchener currently in the riding will become part of the new riding, to be called Kitchener-South Hespeler.

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“I’m pleased that the commission listened to the people of the region,” he said from Ottawa on Wednesday afternoon.

Albrecht, joined by local mayors and regional Chair Ken Seiling, had objected to the commission’s previous redistribution plan. Under that proposal, Kitchener-Conestoga would have been scrapped in favour of having Wellesley and Wilmot townships joined to Perth County to form the Perth-WellesleyWilmot federal riding, while Woolwich would have joined a new Woolwich-Wellington electoral district.

The previous proposal wasn’t workable given the way people and groups associate in the area, he said.

“There are some really strong regional ties that have existed for a long time.”

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ers. There’s a certain adrenaline that only the syrup producers understand. We had it this week: we had a record day for tapping. The next generation they tapped 3,400 trees in one day. I think we all slept well that night,” Dale Martin added of the family’s efforts.

This year producers are hoping for a good season, noting that groundwater in the region is nearing normal levels again after beginning to recover from last summer’s drought conditions.

WWOMSPA president Fred Martin said last year’s drought is causing some concern among producers.

“Our trees went into the dormancy season very dry,” he explained.

Fred Martin is hopeful that the heavier precipitation this year will make up for last year’s arid conditions.

Some producers are already starting to tap their trees, he said, but many more are waiting for balmi-

Wellington-Halton Hills MP Michael Chong and Kitchener-Waterloo MPP Catherine Fife performed the first tap at a ceremony Feb. 22.

[ELENA MAYSTRUK / THE OBSERVER] er weather.

“Most producers are probably in their woodlots walking their main lines and just making sure ev-

erything is in shape. It’s looking like we are going to get a bit of a cold snap here so I’m thinking the bulk of the producers are probably

holding off until we get through this.”

Local producer Murray Reist of West Montrose Maple Products said each producer will have his own experience this year, but there is reason to be optimistic provided that future weather brings the fluctuation of temperatures – ideally plus-five degrees in the day time and freezing at night – needed for the sap to flow.

“It’s shaping up. We’ve got moisture in the ground and it’s been raining and we’ve got a lot of snow. It’ll still depend on what kind of weather we get during the season. … We’re pretty optimistic it could be a good year,” he said.

Kitchener-Conestoga MP Harold Albrecht, this year’s EMSF chair Ken Jessop, Woolwich Mayor Todd Cowan and Albert Martin of WWOMSPA were among those witnessing the first tap. Kitchener-Waterloo MPP Catherine Fife and Wellington-Halton Hills MP Michael Chong performed the ceremonial first tap.

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The boundaries commission has been looking at ways to add more ridings to reflect population growth, while attempting to reach a target of 106,000 residents for every Member of Parliament.

The new KitchenerConestoga riding would be home to some 94,000 people, encompassing the three townships and that part of the City of Kitchener lying westerly of Fischer-Hallman Road.

While disappointed to lose the southwest part of Kitchener – “I’ve built up a good relationship with people there over the last seven years” – Albrecht said the riding will gain many of the same kind of neighbourhoods in the reworking of the neighbouring Kitchener-Centre and Kitchener-Waterloo ridings.

Such changes were to be expected with the addition of a fifth riding in the region, he added, noting

previous proposals to join area ridings to parts of surrounding counties just didn’t make sense.

“Keeping it all within these boundaries ... that’s the key win for the region,” he said, adding that local officials were vocal about that in presentations to the boundaries commission. “I think most people got that.

“I think a lot of us were in shock when that draft proposal was floated last fall. It didn’t make sense for voters in the townships to be separated from the rest of the region’s interests in terms of health care, business development, crime prevention, or their sources of drinking water.”

The commission’s changes aren’t final, as the report has been sent to the House for review by committees, but Albrecht isn’t expecting any changes.

Once finalized, the boundary changes would come into effect for the next federal election, expected in 2015.

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Extracurriculars may start returning to area schools ELENA MAYSTRUK As a gesture of goodwill, some teachers might be returning to extracurricular activities this spring.

The Ontario Secondary School Teachers Federation (OSSTF) held a vote on February 22 to suspend union action against the provincial government and the implementation of Bill

115, encouraging teachers to come back to volunteer commitments at their respective schools.

“We have been talking with the new government for some time … our feeling is that the government is open to having a real collective bargaining system,” said OSSTF Waterloo District president Rob Gascho on Tuesday.

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with teachers that want to come back: we have to see how it plays out,” said Elmira District Secondary School principal Paul Morgan.

The timing of the recent announcement is making it difficult to make hasty decisions, especially in regards to school sports. With the winter season coming to an end, Morgan said the

He added that while the union feels new Premier Kathleen Wynne’s government is ready to work with teachers, staff will make the final choice of whether or not to go back to volunteering their time; while many members were excited about the prospect, others are still guarded and undecided.

“I’ve had conversations

most likely scenario is to look ahead to next season.

“It’s really bad timing.

Now we are looking at spring sports.”

As for staff, Morgan said the revival of extracurriculars will be up to the teachers who will need some time to make up their minds.

Staff has to “get their heads wrapped around what it means to them,”

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he said. “They are going to determine what to do on their own.”

Some sports are still in play, however, and others are getting back on track.

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Private facility remains township’s sole off-leash dog park WILL SLOAN

Packing snow like the kind that fell on Wednesday morning can really turn an adult’s day upside down but for kids it’s an opportunity have fun away from school. Top, Sara Forwell, 5, Zack Forwell, 3 and Makena Janeczko, 5, turned a snowman on his head. Above, Rod Bauman and daughter Molly, age 1, have a fireman on duty for even the wettest days of the year.

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For area canines who want to run free without being caught by a bylaw officer, the options in Woolwich are pretty doggone slim. At Creature Comfort Pet Emporium in St. Jacobs, the “Pawzone K9 Park” is, at the moment, the only leash-free dog park in Woolwich Township. And for owner Chris Schaefer, the dogs of the area are having a ruff time of it.

“We’ve been trying to get more in for years,” said Schaefer, a strong supporter of leash-free dog park initiatives. “We’re hoping they’ll approve a larger one.”

Creature Comfort opened Pawzone in August 2012, and the yard serves as a year-round venue for Woolwich’s pups to frolic.

“It’s great for people who don’t have fenced-in yards, or any yard, for apartment dwellers,” said Schaefer.

“We have people saying, ‘Thank you so much for giving us this, we would pay for this service.’”

The park is fenced off, with a double-gate entrance so the dogs cannot escape. Schaefer said that its modest size offers dog owners certain advantages.

“In K-W there are bigger parks, but they’re sometimes full, and sometimes there are dogs that are

The Pawzone yard, being enjoyed here by Chris Schaefer and her pooch, is the only off-leash dog park in Woolwich, but fundraising efforts for a larger one are ongoing.

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not appropriate to be with other dogs,” she said.

And, with dogs needing to walk in every month of the year, Schaefer said her park has seen little dip in its activities. “People don’t like to go out and walk all that often in the winter,” said Schaefer. “Having a leash-free park gives people a venue to drive to in the warmth of their car.

They get out, let their dog play for 20 minutes, back in the car, they’ve had an outlet.”

While this private property remains the only leash-free dog park in the area, efforts have been ongoing to introduce an official township park. In

2009, Woolwich council tabled a plan to introduce a park in St. Jacobs, in a site that would have been insulated by bush, woods and a creek. Council determined that the plan would overextend the township’s bylaw enforcement staff.

“They’ve been approached many times, and it’s just a matter of getting locations approved,” said Schaefer of council.

“Sometimes residents are objectionable to having one nearby – they’re concerned about noises and mess and things like that.”

In June 2012, another dog park was pitched to council by Lyric Pauley, owner of ShamPoochies

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Compared to the more informal setting suggested in the earlier proposal, this park would require built-in fencing. Council liked the idea, which it has not yet vetoed, but expressed some concerns over cost. Fundraising efforts for the park are underway, with Bolender Park in Elmira suggested as a possible area (locations have also been considered in St. Jacobs).

Whether the money can be raised – and whether council will throw the dogs a bone – remains to be seen. Until then, Pawzone can be found at Creature Comfort Pet Emporium at 1553 King St. N.

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Bell Mobility Inc., in accordance with its obligations under the Radiocommunications Act and Industry Canada procedure CPC-2-0-03 (2008), hereby notifies the residents in the vicinity of 68 Ebycrest Road, Breslau, Ontario of its intentions to develop a Telecommunication Tower at the location shown here consisting of :

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On the lands municipally known as 68 Ebycrest Road, Breslau, Ontario (approximately 750m north-west of Victoria Street North/Highway 7). The facility would initially provide wireless services to Bell Mobility customers in the immediate area.

Families and supporters involved with the Make-A-Wish Foundation in southwestern Ontario were at the Region of Waterloo International Airport last Saturday for the Go Blue! Go Bald! fundraiser, which collects money for the organization’s initiatives. From the left: Bryan Konig went blue and bald for the event, while Tobias Bellavance, 7, had his hair dyed and Hayleigh Wesley, 6, got a blue streak in her hair.

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The OSSTF met with local in-school representatives on February 25 to discuss the situation and give representatives more information that they could pass on to school staff the next day.

As it stands, Gascho said, individual decisions by teachers will likely be made in the next few weeks.

Both elementary and high school teachers commenced political action and eventually withdrew extracurricular activities

after talks failed to resolve issues surrounding the implementation of Bill 115, which imposed a wage freeze, unpaid days off and stopped the practice of banking of sick days.

The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) expressed optimism as well regarding further negotiations with the government, seeing the recent Speech from the Throne as having an “inclusive tone,” but has not come to a deciding vote regarding their extracurriculars.

Local union representatives took part in a con-

ference call Thursday to discuss the future of their political actions.

Further talks “have been positive but there haven’t been any details,” said Waterloo local president Greg Weiler Tuesday.

The future face of organized school sports teams is yet to be determined, Morgan said. Waterloo County Secondary School Athletics Association (WCSSAA) sports will have to go through their regular routine by polling schools to determine if there is enough interest from staff and to form teams this spring.

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northbound vehicle was travelling on Arthur Street North in Woolwich Township when the vehicle slid on the icy roadway and into the southbound lane. A vehicle in the southbound lane had to swerve to avoid a collision, slid off of the road and struck a guardrail. No injuries were sustained and there were no charges.

were deployed, but the driver did not sustain any injuries.

vehicle travelling westbound on Church Street. The driver pulling out was charged with failing to yield from a private drive.

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6:55 AM | A collision involving two vehicles occurred on Listowel Road near Steffler Road in Woolwich Township. The collision was due to poor road conditions.

There were no injuries and no charges.

8:24 AM | The driver of a vehicle eastbound on Deborah Glaister Line near Manser Road in Wellesley Township lost control and ended up in the ditch. The driver did not sustain any injuries and no charges were laid.

11:55 AM | A vehicle slid off the roadway and into a ditch on New Jerusalem Road near Sawmill Road in Woolwich Township. There were no injuries and no charges.

11:58 AM | Two vehicles crashed on Church Street near Maple Street in Elmira. One of the vehicles pulled out of a private driveway and was struck by a

The organizations have met with Kitchener-Conestoga MPP Michael Harris, Kitchener Centre MPP John Milloy and will be meeting with other provincial representatives.

The issue was brought front and centre when the Carpenters union launched a bid to organize two employees of the Region of Waterloo. If the Carpenters are successful, the collective agreement imposed would restrict who the municipality could get to work on large public projects.

A report that was issued by the think tank Cardus last week estimated that a labour monopoly in the Region of Waterloo would cost up to $78 million

per year. There are 23 contractors in the province that are capable of doing large water and wastewater work. If a Carpenter’s labour monopoly was in place there would only be approximately two eligible bidders. The lack of eligible competition in the bid process is largely credited for the cost increases forecasted

by Cardus.

“We are meeting with elected officials from all parties to get support for a change to the existing legislation that would prevent construction monopolies within public employers that are costing taxpayers millions,” said Sean Reid, Ontario and federal director of PCA. “The change we are asking for simply

clarifies the existing Labour Relations Act and shuts the door on a loophole that is unfair, uncompetitive and wastes taxpayer dollars.”

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8:30 AM | An Elmira man driving a grey Toyota slid off the roadway and landed in a ditch in the 1300 block of Floradale Road in Woolwich Township. There were no injuries and no charges were laid.

8:46 AM | A westbound tractor trailer was passing another tractor trailer, causing the driver of a car to brake and swerve on Lavery Road near Line 86 in Wellesley Township. The truck clipped the car, forcing it into the ditch. Neither truck stopped. No plate information was obtained.

There were no injuries.

and collided with another vehicle within the intersection. The driver of the van was charged with failing to yield the right of way. There were no injuries.

A union’s attempt to organize two regional employees, thus throwing a wrench into the region’s ability to benefit from an open bidding process on construction projects, has sparked a push to close loopholes in labour legislation.

The Progressive Contractors Association of Canada (PCA) and the Christian Labour Association of Canada (CLAC) are calling on all political parties to work together to pass legislation that would end construction labour monopolies.

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11:23 AM | A woman was travelling westbound on Sawmill Road when she crashed her vehicle due to poor road conditions. The driver suffered minor injuries. No charges were laid.

5:24 PM | A single-vehicle collision occurred on Herrggott Road near Ament Line in Wellesley Township due to icy roads. There were no injuries and no charges were laid.

8:07 PM | The driver of a pickup truck with a trailer lost control of the vehicle while travelling westbound on Williams Hasting Line in Wellesley Township.

The incident occurred due to high winds and poor road conditions.

No one was injured. There were no charges.

8:46 AM | Two vehicles collided on Snyder Avenue near Second Street in Elmira. Road conditions were a factor. There were no injuries and no charges.

10:40 AM | The drivers of a Volkswagen Golf and a Volvo truck were involved in a collision on Arthur Street South and Listowel Road in Elmira. There were no injuries, but one driver was charged with careless driving.

12:00 PM | The driver of a Chevrolet van caused a collision at the intersection of Snyder Avenue and South Street in Elmira. The driver of the van pulled out onto Snyder Avenue from South Street

12:10 PM | Two vehicles collided in the intersection of Arthur Street South and Listowel Road in Elmira. Road conditions were a factor. There were no injuries and no charges.

4:19 PM | The driver of a vehicle slid off the roadway on Northfield Drive East, north of Conestogo. The vehicle flipped and landed on its side in the ditch. The accident was as a result of icy roads, so no charges were laid. There were minor injuries to the lone occupant of the vehicle.

5:27 PM | A man drove off the road on Northfield Drive East near Jigs Hollow Road in Woolwich Township. He hit a patch of ice on Northfield Drive and skidded off the road, hitting a guardrail. No charges were laid.

12:22 PM | A man lost control of his vehicle and rolled into the ditch on New Jerusalem Road near Sawmill Road in Woolwich Township. The airbags in the car

4:46 PM | A two-vehicle collision on Northfield Drive East and Elgin Street West in Conestogo was caused when one vehicle rear-ended another. There were no injuries and one driver was charged with following to close.

3:38 PM | A woman driving a Ford Focus lost control of the vehicle while southbound on Ebycrest Road near Breslau due to icy road conditions. There were no injuries or charges.

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Why are the feds being so cagey about EI system?

HOW SERIOUSLY CAN WE take assurances from the federal government it isn’t systematically trying to force people off of the Employment Insurance rolls?

The Conservatives have made it increasingly more difficult to qualify for EI, with opposition parties this week accusing the government of trying to shift the burden of unemployment onto provincial welfare systems. The government has also been under fire for its quota system – well, target system – whereby inspectors will go to people’s homes, with bonuses from a $485,000 fund in play.

Whether you agree or not with the need for EI reform – and nobody likes to see the system cheated – the fact that the bulk of the changes have been secretive should set off alarm bells, as should be the case with a number of Harper government initiatives done in the dark of night with no public consultation.

As a result of the Conservative government’s 2012 omnibus budget (Bill C-38), it has become even harder to qualify for Employment Insurance. Further, the process of appealing the decision has been changed to eliminate worker and employer seats on the appeals panels.

Today, fewer than 40 per cent of unemployed workers qualify for EI even though they are unemployed through no fault of their own.

Changes to EI forcing unemployed workers to accept jobs at a lower pay came into effect on January 1, and have the most effect on regions that are dependent on seasonal employment.

As for the quota system – at first vigorously denied, then referred to as a target by Human Resources Minister Diane Finley – it was only made public through the work of the media. Another feather in the cap of transparency.

Putting the squeeze on Canadians still recovering from the recession – a jobless recovery in many cases – is something the government would rather not face, thus the secrecy.

Are the changes having an impact? The latest Statistics Canada figures could bolster that argument.

In December, the number of people receiving regular EI benefits fell for the third time in four months, down 8,300, or 1.6 per cent, to 517,000. The recent decreases brought the number of beneficiaries down to a level similar to that of the spring of 2012. All provinces had fewer beneficiaries in December, with the largest percentage decreases occurring in Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador as well as Manitoba.

To receive EI benefits, individuals must first submit a claim. The number of claims provides an indication of the number of people who could become beneficiaries.

Nationally, the number of initial and renewal claims totalled 226,700 in December, virtually unchanged from the previous month. The number of people receiving regular benefits fell in all provinces in December.

Those numbers probably don’t tell the whole story. Critics of official unemployment statistics have long contended the figures underreport the problem, omitting those who have become discouraged and are no longer seeking jobs and those juggling menial and part-time jobs (in the plural) because they can’t find decent employment. The Conservative strategy, then, would involve more discouraged job seekers dropping out of the EI stream, while claiming job-creation success with those people who’ve lost good-paying jobs only to move to more marginal employment, often in the service industry.

Not, of course, that they frame it that way. Which is why they’re being so secretive.

Adopting a "When at ROMA, do as the ROMAns do" strategy, politicians and bureaucrats deal with important conference-type issues.

WORLD VIEW / GWYNNE DYER

West will continue to ignore crackdown in Bahrain WORLD AFFAIRS “Floggings will continue until morale improves.” As a way of dealing with a discontented crew it was much favoured by 18th-century sea-captains, but the Bahrain government has been an apt pupil. Alas, Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah al-Khalifa doesn’t quite grasp that this sort of policy statement must be clear and concise.

Announcing that the Bahraini authorities would intensify the repression that has prevailed since the crushing of pro-democracy demonstrations two years ago, the sheikh declared last October: “It has been decided to stop all gatherings and marches and not to allow any activity before being reassured about security and achieving the required stability in order to preserve national unity.”

He’s got the spirit of the thing right, but he falls short in the clarity and brevity departments. (He’s obviously been listening

to spin doctors, and they always hate clarity.) At any rate, the demonstrations, gatherings and marches have not stopped, although they have got even more dangerous for the participants.

Bahrain’s brief role in the “Arab Spring” began on Feb. 14, 2011, when demonstrators demanding a constitutional monarchy, a freely elected government and equality for all citizens took over Pearl Square in Manama, the capital of the tiny Gulf state. But one month later the protesters were driven from the square by force, and after that the repression became general.

By no coincidence, that was also when Saudi Arabian troops arrived “to help the government of Bahrain restore order.” (Bahrain is an island connected to Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province by a long causeway.)

Officially the Saudi soldiers were invited in by Bahrain’s ruler, King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa. Unofficially, he probably had no choice in the matter.

Bahrain’s ruling family is Sunni Muslim, like Saudi Arabia’s and those of all the other members of the

Gulf Cooperation Council (Kuwait, Qatar, United Arab Emirates and Oman).

However, 70 per cent of Bahrain’s population is Shia, whereas the rest of the GCC countries are overwhelmingly Sunni. And the relationship between Sunnis and Shias throughout the region is coming to resemble that between Catholics and Protestants in 16th-century Europe.

The ensuing century of religious wars in Europe was not really about doctrinal differences. The wars were driven by the rulers’ conviction that people who did not share their particular brand of Christianity could not be loyal to them politically.

It was nonsense, but millions of Europeans were killed in the 1500s and 1600s in wars triggered by this belief. The same disease now seems to be taking root in the Arab Gulf states.

Shias, it is argued, cannot be loyal to a Sunni ruling family. And if they object to being oppressed, it can only be because Shia-majority Iran has deliberately stirred them up.

There is a real political and military rivalry be-

tween Iran, the major power on the north side of the Gulf, and the smaller Arab states to the southwest. It has got even worse since the U.S. invasion of Iraq ended centuries of Sunni rule and put a Shia regime in power there. The competition is actually geopolitical and strategic, not sectarian, but people get confused.

So Saudi Arabia worries a lot about the loyalty of the large Shia population (maybe even a majority) in its Eastern Province, where all the oil is. It was certainly not going to tolerate a democracy – which it thinks would be a “Shia” democracy, and therefore a hostile regime – in Bahrain, right next door.

And, of course, it believed that the downtrodden Shia majority in Bahrain (who cannot even serve in their own country’s army and police) had been stirred up

by Shia-majority Iran across the Gulf. So when Bahrain’s king had still not got the pro-democracy protesters under control after an entire month, it sent its troops in.

This may not be what the DYER | 8

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THEIR VIEW / QUESTION OF THE WEEK

How could the Canadian senate be more useful?

»»Vince Sowa

»»Bev Slimmon

»»Robert Scholl

»»Alan Ross

»»Joyce Hagen

I think it should be gone.

[Focus on] education, the seniors, the roads, and poverty. Poverty in Kitchener.

Do their jobs!

Just be honest.

Get rid of it!

"... take a drive through some of the southern states and see what casinos have done for them." Rob Martin | page 8 HIS VIEW / STEVE KANNON

Scandals and waste will continue as long as politicians make the rules EDITOR'S NOTES Amid the fanfare the accompanied the “retirement” this week of Pope Benedict XVI, there linger allegations his decision was tied to investigations into long-standing sexual and financial issues within the Church.

The concept of a pope’s infallibility aside, there are those who will assume Benedict’s decision, along with his body of work since assuming the papacy in 2005, was based on a desire to do good, recognizing the incompatibility of his health and his duties. That may be so, but too many of us seem much too eager to think well of those in authority, despite repeated examples of malfeasance and incompetence.

Take, for instance, the audit of Canadian senators, a process that has already ferreted out instances of wrongful expense claims – and promises of repayment. It’s just the lat-

est indicator of what happens when there are not enough checks on power.

Not surprisingly, there are no calls for greater accountability and new rules to prevent abuse, rather we have the federal government denying any wrongdoing and attempting to take the issue behind closed doors.

That, of course, is nothing new for the current bunch governing in Ottawa. From inappropriate Senate appointments to the in-and-out scandal, from robo-calls, shadow MPs, F-35 prevarications to OAS tampering, acting against the public interest is what we’ve come to expect. The same applies to governments of all political stripes. And, much more damagingly if not evident, from the business community, from the financial services-led economic swindle and recession to the investigation against former SNC Lavalin officials, which has implications for Waterloo Region’s light rail transit scheme, another fiasco in the making without any accountability mecha-

HOW TO REACH US

to keep politicians from lying, on the hustings or otherwise.

Politicians write the rules for themselves. They prefer no rules, but failing that they draft vague rules with no enforcement.

If there must be enforcement, then there are no penalties for breaking the rules.

Just look at the federal Conservatives’ much vaunted Accountability Act for a measure that falls into the realm of smokescreen. Having broken their promise to enact more than four dozen new accountability measures, the Conservatives introduced legislation to plug 30 of some 100 loopholes in current rules for open and accountable government. Of those 30, only 15 have been enacted, leaving the door wide open for business as usual.

We’ve become used to politicians saying one thing while on the campaign trail, and then doing just the opposite or nothing at all when they’re elected. That practice will continue as long as we allow it, as long as there are

no penalties for lying.

For example, while politicians have passed laws making it illegal for corporations to bait consumers with false advertisements, it is still legal for politicians and public servants to lie to citizens. As long as lying remains legal, politicians will continue to conduct bait-and-switch election campaigns in which they bait voters with promises and then switch directions once they have won power, and politicians and public servants will continue to lie to cover-up wrongdoing or to mislead Canadians.

The first step in the cure is an honesty-in-politics law, as watchdog organizations have argued for years.

A simple step, but it seems like a pipedream.

Getting politicians to do things for Canadian citizens – as opposed to their friends and donors – appears impossible. Getting them to behave honestly and ethically is just beyond the pale.

The key is to generate enough public outrage, and then to funnel that

into action. Politicians, being out for number-one, want to be re-elected. To that end, they’re willing to listen to the public only if that means votes. Phone calls and letters can help sway politicians to do the right thing – that you and I think they should be doing that by default is another story.

Politicians want to stay in office – if enough people speak, they’ll listen.

If enough people phone and write their elected officials, maybe, just maybe, we’ll see some changes.

Forcing politicians and bureaucrats to stop lying and serving themselves – no more lobbying, gifts, false promises and a host of other unethical behaviour that is commonplace today – will help put us on the road to real accountability.

Politicians, bureaucrats and corporate officials – far removed from even the pretense of papal infallibility – have to be held in check to prevent their greed, malfeasance and incompetence from diminishing our lives and our wallets.

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Partisans turn a blind eye to all of the negatives, whether that’s in support of a particular party or a pet project. The rest of us look on apathetically, often resigned to the fact graft and corruption abound. A few note that incompetence is commonplace, from municipal bureaucracies through to the boardrooms of multinationals.

The only way that’s going to change is through the political will to push for true accountability.

The politicians won’t do it, however, unless we force them to: they’re happy with a self-serving system that allows unfettered access to the cookie jar for themselves and their financial backers.

Quite simply, politicians have no interest in tightening up the rules to eliminate self-interest as a motivation for decision making among elected officials and bureaucrats.

They’ll talk a good game, especially in opposition, but really want to keep their options open – they won’t even entertain rules

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THE MONITOR

VERBATIM

THIS WEEK IN HISTORY

The federal government’s $2.6-billion plan to replace a pair of naval supply ships could be off by more than 50%, or $1.43 billion.

A new report from the Parliamentary Budget Officer Kevin Page puts the cost at between $3.28 and $4.13 billion, highlighting the latest of the government’s procurement woes.

Harper’s initial defence left the impression “there was nothing to see, move along, I’ve looked at this and it’s fine. I think they circled the wagons around Pamela Wallin two weeks ago and decided to dig in. Now the wheels are falling off … so they seem to be trying to distance the prime minister.”

Plans for a "twin villa" housing development on Golf Course Road in Conestogo found the developer in the rough yet again at a public meeting Mar. 2, 1999, four years after Hazad Construction first proposed the next phase of development. It would take a few more years to finally clear all the hurdles.

»»Parliamentary Budget Office

»»NDP ethics critic Charlie Angus on the prime minister's retreat from his initial

»»From the Mar. 6, 1999 edition of the Observer

staunch denials of wrongdoing on the part of Conservative senators

DYER: West will do nothing

NATIONAL VIEW

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king had in mind. It certainly wasn’t what Crown Prince Sheikh Salman bin Hamad al-Khalifa intended: he was trying to negotiate with opposition parties about giving Shias a bigger role in the kingdom’s affairs. But Saudi Arabia didn’t want that kind of example right next-door, and it found hard-line allies in the Bahraini royal family.

It may have played out somewhat like the Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia in 1968, when Moscow, determined to crush the reform movement there, got some second-rank Czech Communists to request military intervention. At any rate, hard-liners in the royal family have called the tune since then, while the king and the crown prince have effectively been sidelined.

The triumvirate who are now running Bahrain

YOUR VIEW / LETTERS

Council needs to think of the people in casino debate To the Editor, In his Gettysburg Address – President Lincoln stated this memorable phrase: “Government of the people by the people shall not perish from the earth.” Where is the voice of the people in Woolwich Township?

In Woolwich Township we will have the mayor plus four council members making a momentous decision on whether to have a casino in the township. I would encourage everyone to read the editorial in the Waterloo Region Record, “Should a Casino go in Woolwich?" dated February 21.

In the survey taken in Woolwich Township, 62 per cent said no and 38 per cent were in favour – does this not say anything?

There are hundreds of

are Khalifa bin Salman alKhalifa, prime minister for the past 40 years, and the brothers Khalid bin Ahmed bin Salman al-Khalifa, the royal court ,inister, and Khalifa bin Ahmad alKhalifa, who commands the Bahrain Defence Forces.

(Do pay attention at the back; there will be a test on these names later.)

The brothers belong to the Khawalid branch of the royal family, descended from another royal who led a brutal crackdown against a Shia uprising in the 1920s.

With them in charge, there will be no compromise, even though more than 80 Shia protesters have already been killed.

And even if it gets a great deal worse in Bahrain, no Western government is going to condemn the country’s rulers. That would seriously annoy Saudi Arabia, and they will never do that. people in the township that do not vote because of religious views yet are very much opposed to casinos, and these views were not included in the survey.

We have four members on council and the mayor who have a huge responsibility in regards to the casino issue: they will have to live with whatever they decide. They need to respect the wishes of the majority.

In the rest of Waterloo Region, three cities and three townships rejected or showed no interest in having a casino. Does this not say something to us in Woolwich Township?

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Think of the problems in making casino decision To the Editor, As I have followed this debate about the potential

of a casino being built in opinion. What will he say Woolwich, I have been very to the child that is forced displeased with our mayor out of their home due to and township staff’s abilproblem gambling? Is this ity to understand what the what you would put on a people have said. More billboard? Loss is very real than 60 per cent of responwhen addiction takes hold. dents said no to a casino.

It happens with alcohol As an elected official, the and narcotics, and it affects mayor should have the deall of us through increased cency to accept the results. policing, medical costs, I can understand the fact depressed property values, that he sees a positive cash etc. flow with the numbers he I think the people who is being shown, and with are making this decision what he is looking at for in- should take a drive through frastructureBook improvements some of the southern states an appointment with Kirstie and receive this looks very attractive. and see what casinos have But with any business you done for them. This might also have the potential for be a revelation for all of us. loss and this is not being MARTIN | ELMIRA presented aesthetics very well inwhen my you bring in yourROB student card.

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General safety practices on the farm Farms are fun places — with all that fresh air, sunshine, and room to run around. But they’re also places where real work gets done. And some of that work involves equipment that can be dangerous if someone doesn’t know how to be safe.

Here are some general safety tips.

1. Never get complacent around machinery or livestock, as complacency is also a killer of many farmers and members of farm families. Complacency occurs when a person is working from routine, not staying alert to the possible dangers. Building up a false sense of security and trust around activities, animals and tools is dangerous because the unknown can always happen in a moment and your reaction time depends on your staying alert. When an accident happens out of complacency, it is because a person has not been proactive about watching for certain signs that things aren’t going as they should be.

2. Always let someone know where you are, where you are going to be, and what time you expect to be back.

This can be a bit hard to do when you are one to work by yourself, but not so if you have someone you are living with to rely on to communicate this to. If you are alone, try texting or emailing a neighbouring farmer and doing the same in return––create a buddy system of looking out for each other.

3. Do not overestimate your strength and speed when handling both

machinery and livestock. You don’t know how fast you are nor what your reaction time is until you’ve had something happen to you that tests it, sometimes with bad consequences.

Always assume that you’re underestimating the dangers, so as to overcompensate with care.

when handling chemicals like pesticides, insecticides and fungicides. For the sake of respiratory health, cover your mouth and nose whenever dust or fine particles are likely to occur, such as when shoveling grain in a near-empty grain bin, raking over old crop stubble or cleaning out stalls of dried manure, etc.

4. Always have an escape route. This is especially important when handling potentially dangerous animals such as bulls or freshening cows.

6. Be aware of your state of mind. If you are feeling tired, stop what you’re doing and go have a coffee break or a short nap. Fatigue tends to be the number one cause in farm accidents, farm accident fatalities and serious injuries. A nap is a good way to refresh and still get plenty of hours out of the day.

5. Wear eye/ear/foot/respiratory protection when and where possible.

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7. Use your common sense! Often it’s better to listen to your gut instinct instead of your intellect. If you are second guessing yourself, chances are it’s not worth the risk.

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-Never make a pet out of a bull.

Bottle-fed bulls tend to be the most dangerous, or any bull calf that has been made into a pet or “humanized,” like dogs and cats often get treated.

In making a pet out of a bull calf, you are unknowingly teaching it to connect more readily with humans than with other cattle. Thus “bull people” or “bull humans” are confused bulls, quite often feeling that they have to assert their dominance over humans and interact with humans, not others of their kind. This is what makes them dangerous.

Equipment Safety 1. Maintain all equipment in good working condition. Failure of brakes, steering linkages, or Power Take-Off (PTO) connections can cause injury or death in seconds. If you are not able to maintain your own equipment, have it inspected periodically by a mechanic. It might save a life, but at the very least, it will likely prevent costly breakdowns.

- “Pet” bulls that are made into pets but treated with respect and like they are bovines, not humans, can still pose a threat just like any other bovine, but less-so than a bull that thinks it is a human.

2. Train all equipment operators in general operating procedures for each machine, and specific safety items for individual pieces of equipment. Make sure all individuals operating a machine know how to engage and disengage moving parts, and that they keep all guards and safety features in place both during and after use.

- Cows shouldn’t be trusted either, especially around calving time. A cow can get aggressive around her new calf if you are not careful nor respectful of what she’s trying to communicate to you.

2. Take care when handling horses.

Horses are actually the most dangerous livestock animal, with more accidents and deaths occurring around these magnificent, dramatic animals than the horror stories involved with charging bulls or angry, over-protective cows.

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SPORTS HOCKEY / JUNIOR B

Series even as Hawks win game two Elmira posts 4-2 win on the road in opening game of GOJHL playoffs only to have Cambridge return the favour WILL SLOAN After a long and sometimes grueling season, the Elmira Sugar Kings have finally hit the playoffs, and in the first two games of their series against the Cambridge Winter Hawks, the boys in green found themselves in a dead heat with their rivals.

On Tuesday, the Kings beat the Winter Hawks in Cambridge 4-2, but found themselves outplayed at home the following night, where the score was reversed.

The Elmira team’s Tuesday night victory was an encouraging start, especially considering that Cambridge laid a beat-down on the Kings just three days earlier.

Elmira head coach Dean DeSilva speculated, “After they beat us 9-0 Saturday night just before the playoffs, there’s a tendency for teams to let up a little bit, so they might have taken us a little bit for granted, thinking it would be another 9-0 game.

So we went in and played strong and played hard on battles, and we scored on our chances.”

Cambridge scored the

Elmira Sugar King Brody Whitehead looks for a chance to score against the Cambridge Winter Hawks during Wednesday night’s playoff game. The Hawks won to tie the first-round series at 1-1.

[WILL SLOAN / THE OBSERVER] cession in the third period: first goal of the series at one player.” ice after a lengthy recovery one by Craig Johnson (Jake 4:45 in period one, but the The Kings were less sucwas the big story of TuesWeidner, Brandon Stewart) rest of the game was mostly cessful in their Wednesday day’s game. at 8:22, and one by the longdominated by Elmira. Zac night home game. Coulter “Every game he’s getting Coulter scored at 15:34 in the departed scoring champion scored at 9:58 in the first better,” said DeSilva. “He’s Brady Campbell at 9:26. The first period (assist by Adam period, assisted by McKelvie getting his conditioning Winter Hawks managed one Brubacher), and Patrick and Cash Seraphim, and back and his wind back and last goal in the third period, McKelvie (assists: Coulter, Campbell scored at 3:29 in getting used to the pace of but not enough to salvage Mitch Wright) landed a goal the third, but otherwise, the the game again after being the game, and the Kings won at 13:40 in period two. game was Cambridge’s – one off.

4-2.

The Kings enjoyed two “But,” he added, “it’s going goal in the first, one in the more goals in rapid sucsecond, two in the third. to take 20 guys – Brady’s just Campbell’s return to the

“Tonight we had chances, and [Cambridge goalie] Luke Machalski made the big save when he needed it – it could have been 2-2 or 3-2 for us going into the third, rather than being down 2-1,” said DeSilva.

Going forward, DeSilva is pleased with his team’s effort, but sees some room for improvement. “We’ve got to focus on just relaxing a little bit – some of our guys might be gripping their sticks a little too tight,” he said.

DeSilva also praised the opposing team for being a strong rival.

“They’ve got seven or eight 20-year-olds, so they’ve got a lot of experience there, so that’s going to benefit them going forward.

We’re a young team and we’re learning what it takes to win; they’ve got a lot of guys that understand what it takes to win.

“We missed a couple of chances in the second – but it’ll be a long series.”

The Kings are facing the Winter Hawks in Galt tonight (Saturday), and their next home game will be Sunday at the Dan Snyder Arena.

The game begins at 7 p.m.

Kings split a pair to end the regular season ELENA MAYSTRUK The final weekend of the regular season did not get off to an auspicious start for the Elmira Sugar Kings, especially as the 9-0 loss was to the team they’re now facing in the first round of the playoffs.

After dropping that game

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have felt the ice was tilted in favour of the host squad, which scored just a minute in and then proceeded to pot eight more over the next 59 minutes.

The team took some consolation, however, in outshooting the Hawks 4948 overall, despite not being able to bury any of their

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THE SCORE | MINOR SPORT RESULTS WOOLWICH WILDCATS

Novice: MAJOR A Feb. 17 vs. Brampton Woolwich: 1 Brampton: 2 Goals: Reid Burkholder Assists: AJ Shaw-McMahon, Sam Goebel Feb. 23 vs. Brampton Woolwich: 1 Brampton: 2 Goals: Tyler Brezynskie

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Atom: LL #2 Feb. 22 vs. Plattsville Woolwich: 3 Plattsville: 4 Goals: Tyson Kraemer x2, Simon Shantz Assists: Jonathon Dingelstad, Simon Shantz

Bantam: BB Feb. 24 vs. Sarnia Woolwich: 1 Sarnia: 0 Goals: Megan Chapman Assists: Rachel Weber

Atom: LL #3 Feb. 24 vs. Embro Woolwich: 1 Embro: 0 Goals: Cameron Martin Shutout: Ryan Martin

Midget: B

PeeWee: AE

Feb. 26 vs. Erin Woolwich: 13 Erin: 0 Atom: AE Goals: Cade Schaus x3, Feb. 24 vs. Hespeler Austin Whittom x4, Matthew The Twin Centre PeeWee LL#2 team won the bronze medal at the Arthur tournament on Feb 24. Back row: Adam Hehn, Josh Runstedler, Ben Woolwich: 3 MacDonald x2, Devin Williams, Hayden, Tyris Patrick, Quinn Mrowka, Hunter Heibein, Zachary Strauss, Jacob Hergott. Front row: Quinn Harnack, Cade Homanchuk, Jaiden Hespeler: 2 Justin Uhrig, Kyle Deyell x2 Deneka, Jeremy Erb, Matt Charlton.

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Oakville Assists: Eric Martin x2, Hunter Matthew MacDonald x2, Justin Goals: Joey Martin Read Woolwich: 2 Weigel, Andrew Kieswetter Bantam: MAJOR A Uhrig, Devin Williams, Cade Assists: Drew Birmingham Oakville: 3 Feb. 22 vs. Caledon Midget: MINOR A Schaus, Noah Scurry, John Goals: Luke Charter, Danyan Game 4 vs. Georgetown Woolwich: 0 Feb. 20 vs. Burlington Wang, Kyle Deyell, Kyle Bruder, Rennie Atom: MINOR AA Woolwich: 2 Caledon: 1 Woolwich: 5 Bruce Martin, Tim Mayberry, Feb. 21 vs. Georgetown Assists: Blake Doerbecker, Georgetown: 3 Feb. 23 vs. Hespeler Burlington: 4 Austin Whittom Woolwich: 4 Connor Runstedler, Gareth Goals: Eric Hutton, Dustin Good Woolwich: 5

Goals: Ryley Cribbin x2, Shutout: Cal Schell Georgetown: 3 Rowland Assists: Ethan Bickerton, Jordan Hespeler: 1 Nicholas Pavanel, Cole Conlin Goals: Gavin Roemer, Alex Chang Feb. 22 vs. Oakville Goals: Matheiu Fife x2, Jake and Josh Kueneman PeeWee: LL# 2 Hutton, Owen Lee, Evan Roth Woolwich: 0 Lewis x2, Ryley Cribbin WOOLWICH Feb. 23 vs. Plattsville Assists: Alex Uttley x3, Cole Assists: Kyler Austin, Cameron Oakville: 5 Assists: Brant WILD Woolwich: 2 Lenaers x2, Cole Conlin and Leonard x2, Owen Lee, Alex McLaughlin,Daniel Kauth,Kelby Plattsville: 5 Matthew Leger Hutton x2, Tyler Martin Bantam: LL# 1 Novice: LL #2 Martin,aaron Weigel,Tyler Goals: Owen Hill-Ring, Cole Feb. 21 vs. Burlington Feb. 23 vs. Plattsville Feb. 16 vs. Kitchener Townsend,Tyler Moser Bauman Woolwich: 3 Woolwich: 2 Woolwich: 1 Atom: MAJOR AA Assists: Tim Brunkard, Cole Burlington: 1 Plattsville: 2 Kitchener: 0 Feb. 23 vs. Stoney Creek Campbell, Brendan Knipfel, Goals: Nicholas Pavanel, Bantam: MINOR A Goals: Luke Decorte x2 Goals: Makenna McLaughlin Woolwich: 5 Ryan Belanger Matthew Leger and Josh Feb. 15 vs. Guelph Assists: Nick Campagnolo, Feb. 3 vs. Grand River Stoney Creek: 0 Kueneman Woolwich: 3 Adam Elliott Woolwich: 2 Goals: Ryan Elliott x2, Conner Assists: Jason Dunbar, Alex Guelph: 2 Grand River: 2 Feb. 24 vs. Embro PeeWee: MAJOR A Bradley, Keaton McLaughlin, Uttley and Troy Nechanicky Goals: Jacob Uridil x3 Goals: Makenna, Braelyn Woolwich: 4 Feb. 24 vs. Owen Sound Blake Roemer Assists: Connor Martin Embro: 1 Feb. 23 vs. LL#1 Woolwich: 7

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New Hamburg Assists: Jacob Uridil, Owen Woolwich: 1 Goals: Joey Martin x2 Kitchener: 4 Goals: Ryan Elliott x2 Woolwich: 1 Read x3 Oakville: 4 Assists: Drew Birmingham, Goals: Alana x 3, Delaney Assists: Jake Clemmer, Nathan New Hamburg: 2 Feb. 24 vs. Brampton Goals: Danyal Rennie Eric Hutton Assists: Mya, Ali Taylor, Lucas Huber, Blake Goals: Connor Atkinson Woolwich: 1 Game 3 vs. Belle River Feb. 24 vs. Kitchener Roemer Assists: Liam Catton, Dylan Brampton: 1

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Atom: LL# 1 Feb. 21 vs. Paris Twin Centre: 1 Paris: 1 Goals: Stirling Grubb Assists: Ben Bauer Feb. 23 vs. Embro Twin Centre: 4 Embro: 1 Goals: Jack Wolf x2, Ben Bauer, Dawson Stevenson Assists: Colby VanBargain x2, Josh Carere x2, Jaden Palermo, Isaiah Siewert

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Midget: B

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NOT SO GREAT OUTDOORSMAN / STEVE GALEA

An outdoorsman’s guide to preparing for spring: getting your priorities right OPEN COUNTRY With the official onslaught of spring just three weeks away, it’s time for every serious outdoors enthusiast to take some time to prepare for the season ahead.

After all, very soon fishing and turkey hunting opportunities will abound and, if you are not fully prepared, you just might not get out as much as you’d like.

Though it has probably been written about hun-

dreds of times in outdoors publications and columns just like this, I believe it bears repeating – that’s right, first, you need to disable your rake.

Raking up all those leaves you left sitting on your lawn last autumn because of hunting season will take away far too much valuable fishing and hunting time. So go to the shed with a coarse rasp and do what needs to be done to the handle. If you don’t have a rasp, hand it to your best hunting dog or, failing that, gnaw on it yourself.

The next issue that needs to be addressed is the lawn-

mower. This is a tricky one.

You don’t want to disable it so much that buying a new one becomes a serious consideration by your spouse – this will cut into the new fishing rod fund. At the same time, you don’t want it actually doing more than sputtering for 10 seconds before dying out.

Here’s where it helps to know a good mechanic, one you trust enough to rent you a really bad spark plug that you can install when the bite is on.

Needless to say, all these malfunctions can be blamed on local wildlife. I typically blame porcupines

for any damage inflicted on the rake and red squirrels for the lawn mowers.

Also, if you are caught by surprise, it never hurts to walk over to the shed and then, as soon as your spouse is watching, sprint back yelling “skunk!” This old ploy, combined with a liberal squirting of skunk cover scent, left over from deer season, will keep you and everyone else out of the garden shed for at least a day.

Of course, disabling the implements of leisure time destruction is just part of the equation. You also need a plausible excuse to take

prolonged periods of time off of work.

Here’s where we’re lucky this year.

There has been so much talk of the flu going around that all you need do is mention a couple of symptoms in a phone call to work and you’ll be encouraged to take a few days off until you feel better. Usually, I feel better just after the first big trout or turkey.

Naturally, if the bite is really on you might have to suggest that what you thought was the flu is now suspected of being the bubonic plague, leprosy or some equally debilitating

disease that will ensure no visitors from work and a few days off. Head lice is a classic but don’t rule out measles or any of the STDs. It sounds extreme I know, but trust me, if you go with saying that you lost digits in a pencil sharpening accident, as I once did, people ask questions on your return. “How did your fingers grow back?” immediately comes to mind.

These tips are the basic tools in any sportsman’s spring preparation. Use them wisely and you’ll be ready. Now does anyone know a good lawnmower mechanic?

St. Clements ringette squads getting ready for provincial championships which eventually helped the Local ringette players came girls to win gold at nationout of last year’s championFor two local ringette als. ships in Ottawa with high teams it’s time to pull out The St. Clements open AA praise, said Terry Nosal, their gear and show their team is new this year. They coach of the U19 AA team. metal against other teams in are first in their division for Her husband Scott Nosal the province. the 2012-2013 year ranked coaches the St. Clements The St. Clements Ringette against teams from across Open AA Team.

Open AA Team and the Ontario after great success Both teams have enjoyed St. Clements U19 AA team in this year’s tournaments. a measure of success. will participate in the 2013 Now both teams will be Last year’s St. Clements provinical “AA” championcompeting in the 2013 reringette team walked away ships to be heldWoolichObserver5.0375x6.8:Challenger this year in gional competition, “which with third place at the 2012 Woolich FEB13 Chall Observer 5.0375x6.8 Waterloo starting March 7. definitely puts on the presregional championships

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edged sword, one that has sure,” Nosal said of the upbeen discussed among coming games. teammates and coaches.

Despite their success, On the one hand, the girls both teams are relatively get to enjoy all the comforts small, each with a lineup of of home. But travelling and 10 skaters and a goalie. the team bonds created But with the successes of while on the road have their last year behind them and advantages, too. the pressure to perform in On the road, the girls have 2013, is there an advantage only each other to depend to playing on home turf? on, Nosal said, and the team Nosal said that having the championships so close 1/25/13 11:37 AM Page 1 meetings and off-the-cuff practices that are possible to home can be a double-

when all of the players are living together can make for a strong team. This time, the girls will be travelling to the games from their homes.

“It’s a little more difficult because they are more scattered,” Nosal said.

The 2013 provincial “AA” championships commence with opening ceremonies at the gymnasium at RIM Park Manulife Sportsplex at 7:30 p.m on March 7.

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At home on Sunday, prospects seemed much brighter as the Kings came out of the gate strong with Matt Schieck (assisted by Zac Coulter and Patrick McKelvie) potting the first and only goal of the period at 2:42.

Elmira would bury two more before the end of the second frame, as Brady Campbell, assisted by Connor McIvor and Jake Weidner, got on the board at 3:06, followed

by Craig Johnson (Cass Frey, Matt Harding) at 16:55.

With key players back on the ice, the Kings had the upper hand, with the Dutchmen missing six of their own players.

A relatively clean game saw the teams split 32 penalty minutes, 14 for the Kings and 18 for the Dutchmen.

Elmira cemented the win in the third period with two more goals courtesy of Campbell (Mitch Wright,

Weidner) at 3:56 and Brody Whitehead at 4:20. Kitchener would find the back of the net for their first and only goal at 10:10 before surrendering the evening’s win to the Kings.

There was no time to reflect on the regular season, however, as the Kings were back on the ice Tuesday night for the first game of their best-of-seven playoff series against the Winter Hawks.

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VENTURE FOOD FOR THOUGHT/ OWEN ROBERTS

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The math was right for this merger Home-based bookkeeping businesses in Elmira and New Hamburg come together in new venture WILL SLOAN It was 76,000 years ago that early humans attempted the first organization of information – with a series of orderly engravings on a wall of the Blombos Cave in South Africa. Archaeologists trace the first accounting records to 7,000 years ago, when ancient Mesopotamians kept track of the growth of their crops.

In the years since then, it’s safe to say that bookkeeping has evolved from a novelty practiced by only the smarter cavemen to a worldwide industry, catering to businesses both large and small. Now, two Waterloo Region bookkeeping services have merged in Elmira to continue an age-old tradition decidedly closer to home.

At the start of the year, Elmira’s Tim and Cynthia Taylor (formerly the head honchos of Advantage Bookkeeping) officially merged with New Hamburg’s Mike Gerber (who ran MG Accounting) to form Taylor, Gerber & Associates Ltd. For the Taylors – already bookkeeping veterans in Elmira – Advantage Bookkeeping had been something of a family affair.

“Cynthia started the business six years ago, and I joined her two or three years ago,” said Tim Taylor of his wife and business partner. They had already been married several years before the business began, and Tim came onboard two years after the start of the business. “She was looking

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Cynthia Taylor, Tim Taylor and Mike Gerber have merged their companies into a new Elmira-based bookkeeping business, Taylor, Gerber & Associates. [WILL SLOAN / THE OBSERVER] & Associated Ltd. serve “a to be a comfortable locato hire, and I was looking Taylor. “We do work in peowhole range” of businesses tion, even during the finanfor a new job.” ple’s homes when they’re – manufacturing, retail, real not there; we do work in cial collapse of 2008, which He continued, “Cynthia estate, industrial, furniture, had little significant impact is the reason we decided to people’s businesses when farm, and in particular, con- they’re not there. It’s being on them. “We service moststart the business. Cynthia struction businesses. ly smaller or medium-sized was working as a bookpersonable, and being apbusinesses,” said Taylor. “It keeper, and she was getting proachable.”

“A lot of people, espedidn’t affect us in the way to the point where she was “We want to provide good cially over the last couple it would have a financial pretty much looking after service,” added Gerber. “We of years, are getting skittish advisor.” everything relating to her make sure stuff is done on with putting their money in For all these years, Tim business anyway. So we time.” the markets, and are investand Cynthia Taylor opersaid, ‘You know what? It And, with their new office ing in their own homes,” ated Advantage Bookkeepmakes sense for you to go storefront on Arthur Street said Taylor of the construcing out of their Woolwich out on your own.’” (the first for either Gerber tion mini-boom. home. In September, they Prior to bookkeeping, or the Taylors), they plan And their reach extends were approached by Mike Tim Taylor worked as a to be getting stuff done on beyond Woolwich and Gerber, who was also home- Wellesley – they have clipart-time mechanic, and if time for quite some time to based in New Hamburg. “I you think the career path come. Or at least until the ents as far as Stratford, Ferhave a lot of clients in the of mechanic to accountantnext stone age rolls around. gus, Cambridge, and other township area, and I was ing is unlikely, you might southern Ontario towns. up to Elmira every second be surprised. “It actually So: let’s say that, like the day,” said Mike Gerber, who does tie together,” said Tim Mesopotamians, you are in VENTURE PROFILE felt the merger would make Taylor. “Mechanics have the crop-growing business, his presence “more central.” and are looking for someto figure things out and BUSINESS: Taylor, Gerber & Assoc.

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operating income for Canadian farms is expected to reach a new record of $74,190 in 2012, 50 per cent above the 2007-11 average.

And in one year, the net worth of an average farm is forecasted to grow by eight per cent, to reach $1.8 million.

Like it or not, this is big business. David Hollinrake, Bayer CropScience vice-president for agricultural commercial operations, told those gathered for the annual Commodity Classic in Florida this week that farmers have developed what he calls a CEO mentality.

“They will make decisions based on return on investment, where in the past, they might have made them based on lifestyle and relationship choice,” he says. This kind of business activity requires leadership skills to succeed.

Provinces have leadership programs in place for farmers and agri-business professionals, such as Ontario’s Advanced Agricultural Leadership program, administered in Guelph by the Rural Ontario Institute.

As I write this, participants

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are in India, trying to understand how the 700 million or so farmers there feed a population of nearly 1.25 billion people.

But Canada does not have a government-sponsored national leadership program. Instead, we have the Canadian arm of what’s called the Nuffield Scholar program. Named after British industrialist Lord Nuffield, often referred to as the Henry Ford of Britain, this global initiative gives early- to mid-career participants $15,000 and a two-year opportunity to pursue a topic of their choice, write about it in a scholarly way and become leaders in their field.

For example, interests from this year’s cohort range from sustainable milk production to stubble management in rice production to optimal beef production with high-sugar forages.

The international organization gets together somewhere around the world for its annual meeting, and this year for the first time it chose Ontario. The gathering starts next week in Guelph, and Nuffield Canada program coordinator Karen Daynard, who stud-

ied the cause of stagnant enrolment in agricultural colleges in Canada, expects 100 participants from eight countries.

When they’re here, they’ll see the most diversified agricultural economy of any country with a fourseason climate. They’ll see a food and farming sector that continues to find ways to survive and prosper, despite being in the most heavily populated province in Canada. And they’ll taste the best Ontario has to offer, with a trip to the Niagara wine region and dinner with notables such as Guelph’s Bob Desautels, one of the first-ever local food restaurateurs in Canada.

The agri-food sector does a great job of stepping up to the plate for visitors. And for good reason.

Although it counts on domestic consumption to pay some bills, exports account for a huge part of farm income.

As business etiquette trainer Jodie Beach preaches, people like to do business with people they like. Nuffield opens doors for that business friendship to develop. Welcome scholars.

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When it comes to new electrical installations, repairs, insurance work, or upgrading electrical systems in homes, businesses and industry, finding a qualified electrical contractor is an important decision.

With a family owned history dating back to 1989, Erb Electric Inc. has built a reputation for courteous and fully insured electricians working within established industry guidelines, Ontario Electrical Safety Authority codes and safety standards (ESA License#7000438) for workmanship you can trust. Erb Electric has a certified Master Electrician designate.

Erb Electric Inc. can perform almost any power-related service that a home, workplace or industrial project may require, from installing new electrical service and upgrades to wiring for custom lighting designs, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. They also provide surge protection to deal with destructive power spikes, infloor heating, hot tub/spa wiring, power backup and standby generator systems, basement wiring, security and landscape wiring, motor replacement and repair, GFI circuits, and more. They can provide many industrial and commercial specialties: motor controls; motion sensors; energy efficient lighting; maintenance programs; project design build; power back-up; pole line construction, and more—all of which can be viewed online at www.erbelectric.ca.

President Gary Erb along with his wife Karri Deckert and the team at Erb Electric Inc. invite you to call for your free estimate.

They are proud supporters of local sports teams, school fundraisers and service clubs in the area.

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Founded in 2005, Southfield Windows & Doors Inc. specializes in windows locally manufactured on-premises from premium quality REHAU vinyl extrusions and profiles. Rehau’s European designs give home owners the benefit of a strong maintenance-free vinyl construction with fusion-welded corners, and colour-stable components that will look good for years. Southfield Windows & Doors also helps you save money on lower heating and cooling costs by using energy efficient Triple Seal insulated glass to meet the Energy Star standard. They also add the best in hardware such as hinges and multi-point locks for security and longevity. Choose from casement, awning, picture, double tilt slider, single lift-out slider, and single or double hung window styles. You get low maintenance, easy to clean designs that allow you to decorate your rooms with natural light.

New entrance systems from Southfield Windows & Doors feature an insulated core to save energy. Doors are available with various raised or embossed panels, plus beautiful decorative glass lites and optional sidelites to create a dramatic appearance. Patio doors and garden doors are also available, plus Wayne Dalton garage doors.

Let owners Cornel Ciot & Gabriel Barbu and the staff at Southfield Windows & Doors help you, your renovator or your builder choose the proper doors and windows that will meet all your planning specifications for style, operation, size, construction and energy integrity. Professional installation is available from qualified, experienced crews and winter installation is no problem.

For high quality, competitively priced, customized windows direct from the manufacturer, call Southfield Windows & Doors for a free at-home estimate and consultation.

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A well-maintained vehicle or fleet that lasts longer with fewer breakdowns, lower emissions and uses less fuel begins with a wellequipped automotive repair facility. When you deal with Elmira Auto Care Centre for factory scheduled maintenance and repairs that require immediate expert attention, you are assured of licensed technicians who remain current with automotive technology. With over 25 years experience, owner Phill Cloutier and the staff will explain technical data into terms that everyone can understand.

They will recommend only the repairs that are necessary or suggest the next anticipated service interval. Every effort will be made to service your vehicle properly the first time.

As an auto dealership alternative and NAPA AutoCare Centre, this local business is staffed by licensed technicians providing diagnostic services and corrective repairs with NAPA Auto Parts that meet O.E.M. specifications to fulfill new vehicle warranty requirements.

The manufacturer is still obligated to honour valid warranty issues. NAPA Auto Parts are backed by a nationwide warranty.

Their many services include electronic tune-ups, fuel injection work, lube-oil-filter service, climate control, brake work, exhausts, shocks & struts, front end work, M.T.O. safety inspections, as well as No Drip rustproofing, batteries, tires and towing.

The people at Elmira Auto Care Centre fully realize the inconvenience of motorists being without a vehicle. Their goal is to provide prompt, efficient service at a fair price to keep your vehicle on the road.

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Whether it’s power equipment for lawn and garden care, landscaping and snow removal, or repairs to keep you up and running, E&F Sauder Sales & Service Ltd. is the logical choice for landscaping contractors, farmers and home-owners who want the most from their power equipment investment.

A three generation family business since 1975, E&F Sauder Sales & Service Ltd. specializes in the sale, maintenance and service of walk behind or rider mowers, garden tractors, chainsaws, snow throwers, rototillers, trimmers, quick cut saws, and more. They also repair small engines, snowmobiles and ATVs. Whether it’s factory scheduled maintenance or a machine that is hard starting, sputters and quits, E&F Sauder Sales & Service Ltd. offers the parts and expert service to keep your downtime to a minimum. Pick up and delivery are available.

If you’re looking for a new machine, the Sauder Family and the staff at E&F Sauder Sales & Service Ltd. can provide a premium quality product that is set-up, lubed, adjusted and ready for action.

Their 4,500 square foot facility allows you to choose from such respected brands as Husqvarna, Stihl, BCS, Toro, and Lawn-Boy. They sell and service small engines by Briggs & Stratton, Kohler, Honda, and Subaru. They are dealers for Motovan and Gamma snowmobile and ATV accessories. Other equipment lines include Bercomac, Ariens, and Wallenstein. Parts and accessories are available for most major brands with online parts catalogue for many lines at www.efsaudersales.ca.

Don’t buy your equipment from discount stores who won’t or can’t provide the same level of service and support you can expect from E&F Sauder Sales & Service Ltd.

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With a mission statement of “financial security for Canadians and their communities”, The Co-operators philosophy of helping people dates back to 1945 when a group of Canadian farmers decided to go into the insurance business.

They wanted to protect their families and everything they had worked so hard to achieve, so they pooled their resources and started an insurance co-operative. They believed by working together they could build a more secure future for all and offer insurance based on fairness, integrity and value.

It was a different kind of insurance company back then and it’s been that way ever since. These founding principals continue today at The Co-operators. Owned by a group of co-operatives, credit unions and like-minded organizations, The Co-operators has grown to become the leading 100% Canadian-owned multi-product insurance company. The Co-operators has over 630 locations, most of which are independently owned by people from the communities they serve.

Qualified, experienced agents, like Allen Morrison, of Allen Morrison Insurance Inc. in Elmira, invite you to arrange for a noobligation quote on your home, auto and business insurance. They can also handle your farm, group, mortgage, and travel insurance.

The Co-operators assures their customers of competitive premiums, backed by prompt, fair claims settlement. They are proud to offer an in-house claims service with 24-hour toll free number.

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Launched in December 2000, Woolwich Total Health Pharmacy is an independently owned pharmacy dedicated to serving Woolwich and its surrounding communities. Owner/Pharmacist Samer Mikhail and his team have never wavered from their commitment to being an integral part of your family’s health and well-being.

Whether it’s integrating traditional pharmacy with vitamins, herbals and nutrition supplements, or providing ostomy supplies or home health care products, Woolwich Total Health Pharmacy endeavors to cover your every need. They are pleased to offer free blood glucose monitor training or free blood pressure checks.

For your convenience, Woolwich Total Health Pharmacy offers blister packaging and dosette filling to help take the right medication at the right time—ideal for those with multiple medications. Free prescription delivery is available with flexible hours to meet your needs.

Ask your pharmacist at Woolwich Total Health Pharmacy about an annual MedsCheck medication review to discuss how your prescription, over-the-counter and alternative medications may be affecting each other. When you consider all the different instructions and potential side effects when administering multiple medications or managing diabetes, you want to be sure the medications you take on a daily basis are working as well as they should.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the friendly and helpful staff at Woolwich Total Health Pharmacy.

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The tires on your vehicle wear and degrade over time and distance traveled in such a gradual manner, that you often don’t realize the loss in performance until you replace them with new tires.

Worn tires compromise your handling, braking, ride comfort, and traction in hazardous weather. Look at the wear-out indicator strip running across your tire tread to see if it is exposed, or check to see if the sidewalls are checked and cracked. You may simply choose to change your tires after only a few years just to feel the improved performance and get the peace of mind that comes from driving a well-maintained vehicle.

Whether it’s winter, all-season or performance tires, the specialists at Thoman Tire Service (1989) Ltd. will listen to your needs, guide your choice and help you understand why a certain tire best meets your needs.

Thoman Tire Service is one of more than 160 independent tire dealers across Canada who are Alliance Tire Professionals. This nationwide group assures great value from dealers that are Michelintrained, certified and supported. They offer complete lines of high quality products such as Michelin, BFGoodrich, and Uniroyal to fulfill your tire requirements.

All tires are expertly installed with new valve stems and balanced with computerized accuracy, with special attention given to custom wheels. Tire rotations and flat repairs are no problem.

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Since 1903, St. Jacobs Printery has built a reputation for identifying the needs of today’s business communicators and providing an array of services to meet their demand for minimal costs without compromising the quality of the prints. They are also known as the region’s favourite Green Printer, using FSC Certified papers along with recycled papers and vegetable based inks for a less impact on the environment.

The Heidelberg presses and skilled operators at St. Jacobs Printery can provide the printing of manuals, booklets, price catalogues, brochures, training or promotional materials, office stationary, labels, computer and other forms, posters, large format printing, and much more. Variable data printing allows clients to provide one-to-one personalized marketing done a single print run.

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Custom finishing at St. Jacobs Printery can include numbering, cutting, folding, collating, scoring, and book bindery services with a fit and finish that are second to none.

Your printing work is a reflection of your business and people, so make the right choice and contact owners Mark Brubacher & Keith Kuepfer and the team at St. Jacobs Printery for a quote on your next order.

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The 10,000 square foot showroom at Zimmerman Custom Flooring offers a personally selected range of hardwood, carpet, vinyl, laminate, ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tile. Take the relaxed in store experience with you when you leave with available take home samples.

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The experts at Zimmerman Custom Flooring will come to your home and provide custom in-home measuring and free estimates, plus a professional installation with unsurpassed fit and finish.

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THE ARTS ON STAGE / LOCAL THEATRE

Vampire play takes the story back Group of young performers takes on Dracula in act OUT production this weekend at the Registry Theatre WILL SLOAN “I never drink … wine” … garlic and crosses … “Listen to them, cheeeeldren of the night” … Professor Van Helsing … “I vant to suck your blood!” … In the 116 years since Bram Stoker published his vampire novel to widespread indifference, the tropes of Dracula have become so deeply ingrained in popular culture that they seem to belong more to folklore than to Stoker (or, for that matter, Bela Lugosi, Max Schreck, Christopher Lee, and the innumerable other public faces of the count).

When was the last time you read the book? For Karam Yousif, the director of act OUT’s new production of Dracula at the Registry Theatre, the answer was never. Returning to the source material proved a revelation.

“Reading the original novel, you kind of understand why Dracula has been so popular,” said Yousif. “There’s an allure

The teenage cast of act OUT’s production of Dracula returns to the original vampire literary phenomenon. to him as a character – he is an evil character, but he also has a good in him, and I think a lot of people identify with his point of view.

He is what he is.”

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adaptations the cast was familiar with the character himself – but not a single one had read the book.”

Even if they weren’t experts on its history, the young cast found Stoker’s story to be resonant. “I think they really understand the terror of it – they understand the seriousness of the story,” said Yousif. “They understand his plight – he does what he does because he has to, and not because he chooses to. I think that’s something that they understand well, which I’m really happy about, because that is Dracula. He is his own animal.

“It can be looked at as a tragedy,” Yousif added.

“Because even though Dracula is an evil character, he’s not necessarily all that we assume he is. We don’t know how he became who he is, but we know that deep down inside, he has a human side.”

It’s this human side that Yousif believes will connect with audiences in any season – not simply

the autumn months with which all things gothic and spooky are normally associated. “We felt that Dracula is above and beyond the Halloween season,” said Yousif. “He stands alone.

The book itself was written over a century ago, and it’s definitely survived for a reason. We feel Dracula doesn’t need Halloween to be successful.”

Oh, and by the way: even though vampires have been in vogue of late, Yousif would prefer it if you not think too much about that other vampire literature phenomenon. “This is one thing I told my cast before the show: this is not Twilight. This isn’t your gimmicky, glamour, glittery kind of vampire. There is a lot of substance to Dracula, and it’s not as simple.”

Dracula will be performed at the Registry Theatre in Kitchener today (Saturday) at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $10-18, available at through the venue at www.registrytheatre. com.

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Note: This is a very large offering and There will be 2 auctioneers selling.

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Asking $350. 18 4X4X1 wooden boxes $75 each. Air tight wood stove 26X24 glass door, CSA approved $300.

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THE PAMPERED CHEF Specialty Kitchen Products. Exciting new products coming for Spring! Call Denise Martin 519-669-2312 or email dfmartin2009@live.com SNOWBLOWER CUB CADET Like new. 10.5 Hp 28”, El. Start. Originally $1350, now $750. Call Peter 519-5749705 or leave message at 519-669-0755 now.

519-648-2111

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TRADES & SERVICES COMPUTER: TUNE-UPS, UPGRADES, Repairs. Pick-up or In-Home, Elmira & Area.

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Peter at Waterloo Regional Electronics.

AUCTIONS AUCTION SALE OF Charolais & Limo cross steers, feed, machinery, and miscellaneous items, to be held at 6516 Sideroad 17, Mapleton Twp. bordering Glen Allan (Highway 86, north on Sideroad 17), for Amsey & Erla Brubacher, on Friday, March 8st @ 9:30 a.m. Gerber Auctions Ltd. 519-699-4451.

AUCTIONS FARM TOY AUCTION Of Tractors & implements (including custom & scratch built pieces), farm memorabilia & literature, plus many other interesting items, to be held at the K.W. Khaki Club, 2939 Nafziger Rd. 2 miles south of Wellesley or 2 miles north of Philipsburg, for Gerry and Mary Maier, on Saturday, March 2nd @ 10:00 a.m. Gerber Auctions Ltd. 519-699-4451.

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REAL ESTATE LISTINGS

Our Team will meet your Needs and fulfill your Dreams NEW LISTING

$500.00 DONATION will be made with every home bought or sold by Paul, Alli or Bill in Woolwich.

$349,950

$389,000

SPACIOUS FINISHED ATTIC

POOL AND HOT TUB!

Elmira - Welcoming home with pool and hot tub. This

Fantastic home is complete with 3 +1 bedrooms, living room and family room there is room for your family to grow. Many updates including kitchen and Brazilian cherry hardwood on main floor. Convenient double gate access to fenced backyard with 10ftx10ft shed, and pool house with hydro. The single garage is a great Man cave! MLS 1315013 Call Alli or Paul direct.

D L O S

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CALL CALL DIRECT DIRECT

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$409,000

OPEN CONCEPT

Elmira - Bright 2045 sqft Open Concept Home built in

Alli Bauman SALES REPRESENTATIVE

CALL CALL DIRECT DIRECT

519-577-6248

2007. Lg bright foyer, 3 bdrms, 3 baths, lg living rm, upper floor family room with gas fireplace and vaulted ceiling.

Convenient mudroom just off garage and main floor laundry. Ceramic tile throughout foyer, hall, Eat-in kitchen and all bathrooms. Master bedroom, walk-in closet & elegant ensuite. Large 20x21ft double garage. Fenced yard.

Appliances included. MLS 1311866 Call Alli or Paul direct.

Elmira - Century home boasting original woodwork and hardwood throughout, 9ft ceilings, and pocket doors. spacious main bath and bedrooms with bonus room off master. Fully finished attic with skylights and gas fireplace. Within walking distance to all amenities. Detached workshop. MLS 1241191 Call Alli or Paul direct.

VERDONE MODEL HOME!

throughout this 4-bedroom home. Convenience at its best with main floor laundry/mudroom, walk-in pantry and completely finished basement with gas fireplace. 9ft ceilings throughout main floor. Bright eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, cupboards to the ceiling and island. Large livingroom with wood floors, gas fireplace and French door walk-out to yard. MLS 1312001 Call Alli or Paul direct.

OUTSTANDING AGENTS. OUTSTANDING RESULTS. Solid Gold Realty (II) Ltd., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated

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neutral décor throughout and rich ceramic tile. Bright living room, open to dinette with slider to spacious fenced yard. Finished basement could be used for rec room or very large bedroom just off the fabulous 4 piece bathroom complete with corner tub. Appliances included. MLS 1312112 Call Alli or Paul direct

Elmira - Attractive upgrades and finishing touches

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3 Arthur St. S., Elmira | 519-669-5426

Bert Martin BROKER

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45 Arthur St. S., Elmira Office:

519-669-2772

DIRECT: 519-572-2669 OFFICE: 519-669-5426 BRAD MARTIN Broker of Record, MVA Residential

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519.669.8629

TRACEY WILLIAMS Sales Rep.

Cell : 519.505.0627

NEW LISTINGS

EMAIL: bert@remaxsolidgold.biz

FREE Market Evaluation ELMIRA BACKSPLIT!

Great family home on quiet street features large kitchen with loads of cabinets, family room with gas fireplace, living room with new hardwood, dining room w/walkout to deck, patio and in-ground pool. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, double garage and concrete double driveway.

MLS. 359,900. Call Bert to view.

LOCATION! quiet street close to all

$309,900

schools & amenities. 3 bdrm. bungalow on a large, fenced lot. Newer fridge and stove included. Rec. room with gas fireplace, games room & 2 pc. washroom in lower level. Lots of storage space. Furnace and central air installed in 2006. Shingles in 2012. Softener (2007). Concrete patio. NEW MLS. LINED STREET close to downtown. Over 2200 sq.ft. Lovely older home w/family room addition w/gas stove. Woodburning fireplace in L.R./D.R. FOUR bedrms & 4 bathrooms.

Numerous updates – furnace, windows, shingles, & electrical. Two storey BARN/GARAGE 30’ x 20’. NEW MLS TREE

$379,900

TASTEFULLY DECORATED 3 bdrm.

$267,900

townhouse (only attached at the oversized garage). Oak kitchen with built-in dishwasher. Ceramic on the main flr. (except L.R.) Main floor washroom.

Spacious master bdrm. w/dble. closet.

Walkout from D.A. to deck and fenced yard with shed. Central air. Shows well!

MLS.

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15 Flamingo Dr. Elmira |$425,000

Backing onto school playground and beside huge and quiet parking lot. Great for a family with growing kids or older couple. Close to Catholic church and walking distance to all local schools. 3 big bdrms, 3 bthrms. Open concept design, updated with modern touches.

New kitchen with island bar, Cathedral ceilings. Finished basement., new flooring throughout. Stone touches inside including aquarium surround. Mn flr laundry, a/c, natural gas heat and 2 fire places. Enclosed yard includes sauna, hot tub, playhouse, shed, fire pit, side deck and stamped concrete patio. First open house showing Feb 23, buyer agents welcome on negotiable terms. 519-669-2896

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Sat. Mar. 2 | 1-4 28 Bristow Creek Elmira

ATTRACTIVE STARTER HOME

$248,900 Bright well maintained 3bdrm semi-detached house on corner lot,backing onto park. Sliders to patio and fenced yard with shed. Generous dining area off kit. Hardwood in LR. Finished basement with 3pc. bath. Two car newly paved (2009) driveway.

New roof (2012). grandmag669@hotmail.com 519-669-2068

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OBSERVER FAMILY ALBUM STAG & DOE

STAG & DOE

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

Stag & Doe For

Stag & Doe For

Clayton Wideman

In loving memory of

Ryan Good and Kristin Voisin

Sherry Shantz & Daniel Bowman

John Douglas (Scotty)

In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who passed ways ten years ago February 27, 2003.

Who passed away ten years ago March 6, 2003

We think of you in silence We often speak your name All we have are memories and your picture in a frame.

Our hearts still ache with sadness Out silent tears still flow For what it meant to lose you No one will ever know.

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DEATH NOTICES

TINDALL, NORMA NORMA | went peacefully to be with her Lord on Sunday, February 24, 2013, in her 95th year.

KEANE, ELIZABETH MARIE “BETTY” (NEE SHORTELL | Peacefully passed away, on Monday, February 25, 2013, at Chateau Gardens L.T.C., Elmira, at the age of 88 years.

REMEMBER LOVED ONES HERE

TEASDALE-PEDDER, JOYCE | Graduating peacefully into

OBITUARY

Heaven, on Saturday, February 16, 2013, at the age of 77 years, at the Freeport Hospital after a brief battle with cancer, formerly of St. Jacobs, then later Elmira.

“Helping you is what we do”

SINCE 1913

Elmira@royallepage.ca | www.royallepage.ca/elmira

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90 Earl Martin Dr., Unit 1, Elmira N3B 3L4

519-669-3192

Bonnie Brubacher *Shanna Rozema Jason Shantz Broker of Record

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Your motto was: Scotty’s the name and cookies the game

DEATH NOTICES

REAL ESTATE LISTINGS

YEARS

May you always march to your own drummer

We wish you could see your great grandchildren Kaitlyn, MaKena, Joshua, Jackson (Is in Jesus’ Hands 2011) and Jarek. You would be so proud! In Our Hearts Forever John & Brenda, John & Pam, Joseph & Theresa

Lion’s Hall, March 9th, 8:00p.m. Please join us for Raffles, Games, Midnight Buffet and FUN!! Tickets available from the bridal party or at the door.

Saturday March 2, 2013 Lion’s Hall, 40 South St. W., Elmira. Doors open at 8pm.

Prize table & midnight buffet. $10 a ticket

May you always walk the beach at Port Elgin and listen to your song “Crystal Chandelier”

Aiken, Earl Passed away peacefully at the North Bay Regional Health Centre on Saturday, February 23, 2013, in his 82nd year. Earl Aiken of RR 1, Elmira was the beloved husband of the late Jean (Miller) Aiken (October 2012). Dear father of Randy of Chatham, Steve and his wife Natalie of North Bay. Loved grandfather of Isabelle, Mackenzie, and Taylor. Brother of Brian (Joan) of Elora. He was predeceased by his parents Violet and Stanley Aiken, a sister Shirley in infancy, and a sister Doris (Bill) Brown.

Earl was a Canadian Armed Forces Veteran and a long-time member of the Royal Canadian Legion Elmira Branch 469. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation or funeral service. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to the Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira.

Sales Representative

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ELMIRA WOW! $649,900

Contemporary home on 1/2 acre steps from Elmira Golf Course! 3000+sq.ft. home offers a grand entrance with natural hardwood and ceramic floors throughout. 2-sided gas fireplace between living room and dining room, walk-out to a private deck, patio and mature backyard. MLS

CONESTOGO BUNGALOW $387,000

Beautiful park-like setting, almost 1/2 acre with pond, bridge, gardens and large patio.

This 1+ bedroom home offers a unique layout, bonus room/bedroom above the garage, sliders to 3 season sunroom off the dining room, lower level boasts an in-law set-up with walkout and rec room and extra bedroom.. MLS

EAST OF ELMIRA $859,000

2.94 acre property with shop. This lovely and spacious 4 bedroom family home is finished top to bottom, walkouts to the wrap around porch! On maturing property bordered by farmland and the “Kissing Bridge Trail”. Ideal for a hobby farm with a 3 bay shed. MLS

ELMIRA INDUSTRIAL 2.07 ACRES $2,400,000

FRAME-ABLE FEATURES GRACED THE PAGES OF THE OBSERVER?

21,250 sq ft 2003 building with energy efficient features. Spacious 7500 sq ft 2 storey offices plus 3500 sq ft finished basement. All floors are infloor heat.

Warehouse offers 13,750 sq ft, 18’ ceiling height, loading docks and drive-in docks.

Lease option available. MLS

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GLEN ALLAN TO BE BUILT! $679,000

IMPRESSIVE BUNGALOW LOFT $569,900 | ELMIRA

Proposed is a 2400 sq.ft. Bungalow with walkout basement or bring your own plan!

Scenic country property overlooking rolling farmland, almost 1 acres of land. Call today for details. EXCL

Custom-built 2100 sq.ft. bungalow, 3+ bdrms, 4 baths, Brazillian cherry hardwood flors, lovely maple kitchen with stainless appliances open to the large dining area and living rm with gas fireplace, walkout to tiered deck, shed backing onto greenbelt, finished loft with a full bath! MLS

WOW! GREAT HOME $324,900 | ELMIRA

Wonderfully maintained 6 yr old two storey, well designed, 1625 sq.ft. layout, ceramic floors, huge kitchen and dining area, walkout off the living room to deck, large master offers a cheater ensuite and walk-in closet. MLS

LARGE UPDATED CENTURY HOME $349,900 | ST. CLEMENTS A

must see home! Beautiful original wood trim and pocket doors, spacious eat-in kitchen addition w/appliances included, walkout to patio & 220’ deep private yard! Large principle rooms include a separate dining rm, front living rm plus a den, 4 bdrms, 3 baths, main floor laundry + more. MLS

Thinking of Selling? Please call us for your free market evaluation.

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FREE! S E M I N A R

S E R I E S

(Attendees must pre-register for all seminars) Tuesday, March 19 - 99 Regina St. S., Waterloo (Room 508) 7 p.m.

“Barefoot and grassless” Soft groundcovers are the perfect alternative to grass and are not only low maintenance but also easy on the eyes... and toes. With Lisa Hunter.

Tuesday, March 26 - RIM Park (Room 207/208), Waterloo 7 p.m.

“Happy, healthy grass” Dr. Michael Brownbridge, one of the leading turf experts in Ontario looks at the troublesome insects that damage your grass, and how you can win the battle.

Saturday, April 6 - Meadow Acres Garden Centre, Petersburg 10 a.m.

“Prescription landscaping” A look at unsuspecting ways your landscape can improve the health of you, your family and the planet, while being the envy of your neighbours. With Aileen Barclay.

Saturday, April 13 - St. Jacobs Country Gardens, St. Jacobs 10 a.m.

“Create flair in your landscape with form and function” A look at ways you can design your landscape with such features as sunken gardens and dry river beds that add beauty and have purpose. With Sabrina Selvaggi.

Sunday, April 14 - Sheridan Nurseries, Kitchener 1 p.m.

“Food and water” Using your backyard to grow your own food can be a very rewarding experience. Phillip Collins explains the wonderful synergies between land and water that can be applied to home-scale agriculture with a few easy steps and with many benefits.

Sunday, April 21 - Cambridge Centre for the Arts, (Toyota Room) 1 p.m.

“The good, the bad and the ugly” Toronto Star gardening columnist and bestselling author Sonia Day reveals some truly easy plants that grow in her country garden, and some of the ones that don’t.

And for those who want to learn at home!

Webinar: Wednesday, April 24 7 pm “Last minute tips to prepare your garden for the summer” with Aileen Barclay

Please call 519-575-4021 to register or email watercycle@regionofwaterloo.ca.

Reserve early as space is limited.

COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE OF HEARING On March 18, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. the Committee will meet to consider the following applications.

All persons interested in the applications may attend and may contact Nancy Thompson regarding meeting details or visit the Township Webpage – News and Events – Current Public Notices.

The Committee will also consider submissions for or against the applications if submitted to the Township of Woolwich no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 12, 2013. Submissions can be forwarded to Jeremy Vink at the address noted at the top of this page, by email jvink@woolwich. ca or by fax 519-669-4669.

Minor Variance Application A5/2013 - Edward and Teresa Wikkerink, 79 Arthur St. N., Elmira The applicant is requesting permission to: • increase the maximum height for an accessory building from 4.5 metres to approximately 5.8 metres; and • increase the total maximum building size for all accessory buildings from 112 square metres to approximately 116 square metres, in order to permit the construction of a new 104 square metre accessory building. The applicant proposes to demolish an existing 15 square metre shed and will retain the 12 square metre garden shed. The 0.16 hectare property is zoned Agricultural (A) and contains a single family dwelling and two accessory buildings.

Minor Variance Application A6/2013 – Paradigm (Elmira) Homes Limited, 10 Knapp Rd., Elmira The applicant is requesting permission to: • reduce the side yard setback along the north property line from 1.2 metres to approximately 0.6 metres; • reduce the flankage yard setback for the dwelling adjacent to Brookmead Street from 4.5 metres to approximately 3.2 metres; and • reduce the front porch setback adjacent to Brookmead Street from 3.5 metres to approximately 2.2 metres, in order to permit the construction of a new single detached dwelling. The 336 square metre vacant property is zoned Residential Mixed High Density (R-5) with site specific provisions.

Minor Variance Application A7/2013 – 793335 Ontario Limited (Conestoga Meat Packers), 313 Menno St. Conestoga Meat Packers is an abattoir and meat packing facility which consists of a 7,011 sq. m. ground floor plant area and a 933 sq. m. ground floor office area. The Zoning By-law restricts the operation to a maximum ground floor area of 7,100 sq. m. of plant operation area and 1,200 sq m of office area. In October 2012 the applicant received Minor Variance approval to increase the maximum ground floor area of the plant to 8,387 sq. m.. The applicant has since completed a detail design of the proposed plant expansion and has determined an additional 424 sq. m. of plant floor area is required to accommodate maintenance equipment.

Therefore, the applicant is requesting permission to further increase the permitted total maximum ground floor area in the plant from 8,387 sq. m. to 8,811 sq. m.. The 41 ha property is zoned Agricultural with site specific provisions permitting an abattoir and meat packing facility. The property contains the existing Conestoga Meat Packers operation and accessory shed.

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OBSERVER SERVICE DIRECTORY AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES

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AFTER HOURS

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Providing the latest technology to repair your vehicle with accuracy and confidence.

Quality Collision Service

RUDOW’S CARSTAR COLLISION CENTRE

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24 Hour Accident Assistance Accredited Test & Repair Facility

519-669-4400 30 ORIOLE PKWY. E., ELMIRA www.thompsonsauto.ca

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STORE HOURS: M-F: 8-8, SAT 8-6, SUN 12-5

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GENERAL SERVICES

CUSTOM MACHINING CNC LATHES • CNC MILLS CNC BRAKE • PLASMA & LASER CUTTING

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Now both of them know a little something about getting older

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Don Harron and his alter-ego Charlie Farquharson will be speaking at a local CARP event Mar. 19 ELENA MAYSTRUK Don Harron was just a young fella when we first got to know his alter-ego, an aging farmer by the name of Charlie Farquharson. After more than 60 years of entertaining the masses together – from stage to television – today they both know a thing or two about being a senior in this country.

After an illustrious career in and outside of Canadian show business, Harron recently released a memoir of his life’s work, dubbed “My Double Life: Sexty Yeers of Farquharson Around with Don Harron,” an account of his time with Charlie as well as his experience with Shakespearean plays, Broadway musicals and shows in London’s West End. He will be discussing his life’s work with Waterloo Region’s chapter of the Canadian Association of Retired Persons (CARP) on March 19.

He’s had a varied career, but through it all Charlie has been an influence on and an integral part of Harron’s work. A “second self and, in a way, more truly myself than I am.”

“I was involved in the Spring Thaw revue (in 1952) and I would try to get laughs from people by making fun of the government in my own voice and it didn’t work. So a very wise lady who was the real star of Spring Thaw, Jane Mallett, said, ‘you need a disguise, you’re too young; people

think you’re just a smart ass making fun of the government, so become an older man.’ So, I became the farmer that I once worked for.”

“I met Charlie, several of them, working on a farm in 1942, but I didn’t have the nerve to do him for 10 years,” he explained.

Charlie is an aging farmer, with a distinct political slant who speaks what Harron calls broken Canadian.

He is worried about his future.

“Charlie is stuck alone because farmers don’t get a retirement, there’s no pension for a farmer, there’s no freedom 55. Charlie is hoping for freedom 85,” he explained.

With such a long history of looking at the world through a senior’s eyes, Harron brings insight to his appearance at the CARP event.

“What a man like Don Harron brings when he speaks to our members: number one, he is a really big piece of Canadian nostalgia,” said chair of local CARP chapter Debby Fox. The fast-growing local chapter created nearly three years ago, encompasses members from the tri-cities area as well as Woolwich, Wellesley and Wilmot and North Dumfries townships.

As a national organization, CARP is run out of a head office in Toronto with a mission to create better quality of life for aging Canadians through the exploration of health issues and political

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Don Harron came up with the character of Charlie Farquharson 60 years ago, when he was much younger and Charlie wasn’t. [SUBMITTED] advocacy for seniors.

“When I heard him speak at Kitchener City Hall, at the end of his presentation he goes into this bag and he pulls out the old sweater and the old hat that he wore when he was Charlie Farquharson on television: I was like a little girl sitting on the floor when my parents used to watch him on television,” Fox added.

While local chapters of the organization vary in activity and liveliness, she said, the ABCs of the organization – advocacy, benefits to the members, and community – are a common thread.

The local chapter focuses on helping to keep its members active through preventative heath routines, and a positive outlook, Fox said of the 4,600 CARP member households.

Meeting individuals like Don Harron is part of that process, she added.

“Going to see him speak so vibrantly about his life when he’s at this age which is in his late eighties, it tells us and reinforces that life is ours for the living should we choose to take care of ourselves and engage and remain active, and that we don’t give up when we are 65 anymore.”

Harron is no stranger to the area, having spoken at various CARP meetings before, including a previous presentation at the local chapter. Years ago, he even conducted the KitchenerWaterloo Symphony as Charlie Farquharson.

“I’ve already spoken in Kitchener-Waterloo before Christmas: it was wonderful, the audience was great so I guess I’ll have to get some new stuff,” he laughed.

Bringing Charlie along and talking about his book, Harron will be speaking at St. George Hall in Waterloo at 6:30 p.m. on March 19.

We are having a great time baking new items in our shop now that we have settled in. The fun of coming up with new ideas keeps things fresh and creates a learning environment.

Our little guy Aiden is a discerning “snacker” who loves chocolate chip cookies and, of course, marshmallows. This combination has become our modernized “wagon wheel.”

The chocolate chip cookie can be a personal taste.

We prefer the chewy moist variety with just a hint of cinnamon to bring out the beautiful tones of the chocolate. Homemade marshmallows are fun for kids to see and have a totally different texture than the commercial variety – so much fun in a cookie sandwich.

I brought this simple creation home for a treat and Aiden was in heaven. Then came the s’mores: handmade marshmallows dipped in chocolate and graham cracker crumbs. Of course, everything in moderation. I haven’t introduced the kids to that yet but it is another way to use this great recipe for marshmallows.

Sometimes the simplest things rekindle the memories of the past and, more importantly, create memories for the future.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR MARCH 2 COMMUNITY SPRING FLING DANCE 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. at Alma Community Centre. Music by AJ the DJ. Tickets $10 each at the door. Hosted by the Alma Optimist Club.

WOOLWICH COMMUNITY SERVICES HAS trained volunteers available to complete your income tax return. This service is offered free of charge to people with limited income. To find out if you qualify drop by or call Woolwich Community Services at 73 Arthur St. S. Elmira. 519-669-5139.

“I’VE OUTGROWN IT SALE” 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Local moms selling used kids items, clothes, toys, books etc. Calvary United Church, gymnasium, 48 Hawkesville Rd., St. Jacobs; $2 entrance fee donated to Calvary United Church capital fund and to the St. Jacobs Christmas stocking drive (exact change appreciated).Cash only. For more information, Julie Phillips 519-206-1000.

MARCH 5 MOVIE AFTERNOON FOR ADULTS – 1 p.m. at Elmira Branch Library. Tickets are $1 each and every person attending must have a ticket. Admission includes light refreshments, please no outside snacks. Visit rwlibrary.ca for current movie listings. Event takes place at the library, 65 Arthur St. S. Elmira. For more information 519-669-5477.

MARCH 7 ELMIRA LIONS CLUB WEEKLY Bingo 7 p.m. at Elmira Lions Hall, 40 South St., Elmira. All proceeds go to

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MARCH 8 PARTY ROCKERS PRE-TEEN VIDEO Dance, fundraiser for the major peewee A hockey team. Lions Hall, 40 South St. W. Elmira. 7-10 p.m. Pre-buy tickets at 6:30 p.m., Doors open at 7 p.m. Admission $10. Fun, safe, adult-supervised event. Two video screens, all request music, games, pictures, glow-in-the-dark, snack bar, prizes. Wear glow in the dark clothes. www.partyrockers.ca.

MARCH 9 BOARD GAMES IN BRESLAU! Enjoy or interested in playing board games? Come out and meet others in your community with similar interest. There will be a wide variety of games to play including “euro” games, war games, strategy games and party games.

Bring your favourite games to play and lean some new ones as well; 1-9 p.m. at Breslau Community Centre, 100 Andover Dr., Breslau. Admission $2.

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MARCH 10 ELMIRA LEGION HUNGRYMAN’S BREAKFAST. Serving 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. All you can eat. Adults $6; 6-10 $3; 5 & under free; 11 First St. E., Elmira.

WOOLWICH COMMUNITY SERVICES HAS trained volunteers available to complete your income tax return. This service is offered free of charge to people with limited income. To find out if you qualify drop by or call Woolwich Community Services at 73 Arthur St.

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MARCH 12 LOOKING FOR SOMETHING INTERESTING to do during March Break? Boatloads of Fun Magic Show with Captain Corbin the Magical Pirate. Fun for all ages, 2 p.m. at Wellesley Branch Library. Tickets are $3 per person or two for $5; everyone attending the show must have a ticket. For more information call 519656-200.

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING INTERESTING to do during March Break? Join us for: Sing & Spell Show with Cindy Cook from Polka Dot Door - Fun for all ages!

2:30 p.m. at Bloomingdale Branch Library. Tickets are $3 per person or two for $5; everyone attending the show must have a ticket. For more information call 519-745-3151.

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MARCH 13 SENIORS COMMUNITY DINING AT noon (doors open at 11:30). Calvary United Church 48 Hawkesville Rd. St. Jacobs. Cost: $11.00 Community Care Concepts invites you to join us for a hot noon day meal, fellowship and entertainment. Call 519-664-1900 for more information.

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING INTERESTING to do during March Break? Reptile Show from Hamilton Reptiles – For ages 5 and up. 2:30 p.m. at Elmira Branch Library.

Tickets are $3 per person or two for $5; everyone attending the show must have a ticket. For more information 519-669-5477.

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Even if weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re just guesstimating, we do use a whole lot of toilet paper

Q. Try to estimate (guess-

timate) how much toilet paper the U.S. uses in the course of a year. Is it a) enough to roll from coast to coast? b) enough to circle the globe? c) enough to reach the moon? d) enough to reach to the nearest star?

A. An odd question, to be sure, but just the type a job interviewer might pose to test how well you think outside the box. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Guesstimating is fun,â&#x20AC;? says Old Dominion physicist Lawrence Weinstein in his book â&#x20AC;&#x153;Guesstimation 2.0,â&#x20AC;?

year.

So you should choose answer d) above, concludes Weinstein, distance enough to reach the nearest star, or the Sun, â&#x20AC;&#x153;although if we unroll it that far, the toilet paper will get very charred.â&#x20AC;?

Q. How is the story of

pole-vaulting â&#x20AC;&#x153;as much about the pole as it is about the vaulterâ&#x20AC;??

A. Sports material experts are well aware that the job of the pole is to absorb, store and transfer energy from and to the vaulter to help him or her jump as high as possible, reports Scientific American magazine.

Historically, the first poles date back to 829 B.C., made of ash or hickory and so stiff that when the athletes planted their poles, most

of their kinetic energy was lost. In effect, they had to â&#x20AC;&#x153;climb the polesâ&#x20AC;? and thus didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get very high. Not until the 1920s did vaulters adopt more bendable bamboo poles, permitting some energy transfer and a push upwards: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The days of pole-climbing were over.

Pole-vaulting had begun.â&#x20AC;?

Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s poles are made of fiberglass or carbon fiber and are light and bendable to facilitate faster runs and a better transfer of kinetic energy, propelling the athletes ever higher. Since the beginning of the 20th century, Olympic vaulters have gone from about 3 metres (10 feet) in 1900, up to 4.5 metres (15 feet) by 1950 and around 6 meters (20 feet) today -- all of it paralleling the â&#x20AC;&#x153;material evolution in pole-vaulting.â&#x20AC;?

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Inevitably, having kids in the kitchen lights the love for food and enjoyment of family. Healthy relationships with food begin in our kitchen. Have fun with this retro blast from the past.

Chocolate Chip Cookies 1/2 lb butter 1 cup granulated sugar 1-1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar 2 tsp vanilla extract 3 large eggs 3 cups all purpose flour 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp baking soda 3 cups semi sweet chocolate, chopped

Preheat oven at 350 F.; Cream together butter and both sugars, until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and finish with vanilla; Sift together flour, baking soda and cinnamon. Stir in the dry ingredients until the mixture is combined, add chocolate, do not over mix;

A. Strap on a body monitor or two and let empirical data inform your most critical lifestyle choices, suggests Nathan Hurst in Wired magazine. Accelerometers can record footsteps and sleep-time restlessness, GPS will track your location, altimeters will follow any changes in elevation -- all with built-in digitizing showing snapshots of data at a glance.

Though no two devices report exactly the same nuggets of data, they target exercise and health metrics, nudging you to become more active and to set goals.

You can even search out a

Use an ice cream scoop to measure the dough on a cookie sheet about 3â&#x20AC;? apart.

Press the cookies down to a1/4â&#x20AC;? height. Place in fridge for an hour to rest; Place in oven and bake until golden, about 15 minutes. Allow to cool completely. Cut marshmallow in half-inch slices. Sandwich the cookies over the marshmallow and dip in melted chocolate through half the cookie.

Homemade Marshmallows 3 packages of gelatin 1/2 cup cold water 2 cups sugar 2/3 cup light corn syrup 1/4 tsp coarse salt 1 tsp vanilla extract Confectionersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sugar for coating

Spray 9â&#x20AC;? square pan with cooking spray. Place plastic wrap over the pan and leave 4â&#x20AC;? over the sides; In electric mixer place cold water and sprinkle gelatin over the top. Let stand for

10 minutes; In sauce pan combine sugar, corn syrup, and 1/4 cup of water. Place on medium heat bring to a boil and hold boiling for 1 minute. Remove the syrup mixture from heat.

Whisk on high the gelatin mixture and slowly pour in the syrup mix, add salt and continue to mix for 12 minutes. Add vanilla extract; Place the mallow mix in prepared pan and spray the back of a metal spoon with cooking spray and spread the fluffy marshmallow over the pan. Spray the plastic wrap and place over the marshmallow to cover the whole pan. Let stand for 2 hours; Cut marshmallow into cubes and toss in confectionersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sugar. If you are dipping in chocolate, avoid this step as it makes the chocolate unstable and it will bloom.

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who begins by noting that he sits on the commode about once a day and uses roughly 10 sheets of paper each time.

But with possible differences in disposal plumbing and with differences between the sexes, to be on the safe side he doubles his daily estimate to 20 sheets.

Now this would tally to about 7 (days) times 20 (sheets) times 50 (weeks), or about 7,000 sheets per person per year. Next multiplying this by 300,000,000 Americans, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about 2 trillion 2,000,000,000,000) sheets annually. Taking each sheet at about 10 centimeters (4 inches), the total length of toilet paper used by all Americans is about 200,000,000,000 metres (660,000,000,000 feet), or about 200,000,000 kilometres (120,000,000 miles) per

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NEW CROP FRESH PICKED DAILY BEEFSTEAK, GRAPE & CHERRY TOMATOES

FARM MARKET FRESH PRODUCE PRESERVES HOME BAKING FRESH FREE RANGE OMEGA 3 EGGS GUERNSEY MILK

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FLORALANE PRODUCE

OPEN Monday to Friday - 8:30 am to 7 pm | Saturday - 8 am to 5 pm | SUNDAY - CLOSED 2191 Arthur St. N., Elmira, just before Florapine Road | 519-669-3154 | Owned & Operated By The Stuart & Esther Horst Family