On The Bay Spring 2023

Bay Street experience. Small town values.

Portfolio Management

Retirement & Financial Planning

Will & Estate Planning

Business Owner Planning

Insurance-Based Solutions

Tax Mitigation Strategies

Corporate Investment & Planning

Cash Management

Alternative Investments

Having spent 20 years on Bay Street working closely with many of the world’s leading institutional fund managers, we knew that the next 20 years wouldn’t look like the last 20 – which has certainly proven to be the case so far. Your portfolio should adapt accordingly.

I was born and raised in the Collingwood area, and I have put my decades of expertise to work in the community that I love, serving clients locally, throughout the GTA and across the country. With vast resources, a wideranging network of specialists and knowledge of alternative investments, I can help you secure the financial future you’ve envisioned.

Paul Chapman, CIM, MBA, B.Sc. (Eng)

Investment

& Wealth Advisor

Office: (705) 444-1800 | Mobile: (416) 918-5099

paul.chapman@rbc.com

1 First St., Suite 230, Collingwood, ON L9Y 1A1 www.paul-chapman.ca

MILLENNIUM PARK IN COLLINGWOOD

Your Local Realtors with

On The Bay

ACROSS:

1. Expend money with the expectation of achieving a profit or material result by putting it into property

6. Home to the World’s Longest Freshwater Beach.

8. A grain elevator for shipping operations at the Collingwood harbour

12. The Tom __________ trail travels from Meaford to the City of Owen Sound.

14. A property that has direct access to a natural or man-made waterway such as a lake or river

15. The ________ Trail runs some 34 kms along the magnificent southern shore of Georgian Bay between Collingwood and Meaford

17. Southern Georgian Bay is a ___________ destination with year round appeal

18. Something your Forest Hill Real Estate Agent says when we successfully make a deal for you.

19. Start your day with a _______ along one of Blue Mountain’s trails

20. What sort of ladder is permanently in place in the heart of Thornbury?

22. Which town in Simcoe County is situated on Nottawasaga Bay at the southern point of Georgian Bay?

23. What is the name of Collingwoods Junior A Hockey Club?

26. Forest Hill Real Estate Collingwood is located at 114 ________ Street.

27. Larger areas of Land across the region continue to be in high demand as Buyers look for ________?

DOWN: Thermal Baths experience in Blue Mountain

A style of home common inThe Blue Mountains typically found in the Swiss Alps What is the most renovated room in the house?

5. Located in historic downtown, Meaford _____ is a beautifully restored and renovated theatre

7. The art or practice of designing and building structures?

9. When property inventory is low, we at Forest Hill Real Estate often find off-market opportunities for our ________s?

10. Named for the rock outcrops of the escarpment having a blue/grey hue due to the shale and limestone composition in the area.

11. What cave is situated within a UNESCO biosphere reserves?

13. The past few years have been a _______s Real Estate Market in Southern Georgian Bay.

16. Forest Hill Real Estate Collingwood is composed of a team of local real estate _______?

19. Main drag in Collingwood is ________ Street?

21. _______ is the northeastern arm of Lake Huron

24. One of the most popular winter activities in the Southern Georgian Bay region.

25. Collingwood’s Japanese Sister city?

27. Meaford’s seal and motto reflect its heritage as a place of ______ orchards.

The answer key can be found by visiting WWW.FORESTHILLCOLLINGWOOD.COM/BLOG

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Edward Burtynsky is regarded as one of the world’s most accomplished contemporary photographers and documentary producers. His remarkable visual depictions of global industrial landscapes represent over 40 years of his dedication to bearing witness to the impact of human industry on the planet. Burtynsky’s photographs are included in the collections of over 80 major museums around the world.

GATHER OUTSIDE.

Your home on the Georgian Bay is your refuge — a place to relax, unwind and escape the chaos of city life. The Landmark Group’s award-winning designs will transform your landscape into an inspiring and enriching space that celebrates your lifestyle and values... making it a place to gather with family and friends.

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Why does Ontario need a pumped storage project?

Ontario's electricity demand is increasing!

As we transition away from fossil-fuel generation we must prepare now to ensure our electricity supply and infrastructure can meet future demand.

Emission-free power generation, such as nuclear, wind and hydro, often generates electricity when it’s not needed and not available when consumers want it.

Using water and gravity, this project is effectively a natural battery that will store electricity for when it is needed most. It is a made-in-Meaford solution that will provide clean, reliable, secure and cost-effective electricity for all of Ontario.

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providing YOU with the LOCAL intel you’ll need to make an informed decision to BUY or SELL and for how much money.

$1,950,000 TRUE BUNGALOW BETWEEN BLUE & COLLINGWOOD

4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, few entry stairs, full finished basement, 2-car garage, renovated to like-new condition with gorgeous golf course views and back yard oasis of decks, gazebo & sparkling hot tub.

$995,000 DOWNTOWN COLLINGWOOD BUNGALOW

Immaculately maintained 5 bdrm, 3 bath raised bungalow, lower level has sep entrance into 1 bdrm in-law suite, attached 1-car garage w loft storage, sunny fully fenced back yard. Walk to parks, shopping, dining!

$4,500 / MONTH SUMMER SEASONAL RENTAL

Beautiful custom built raised bungalow, 4 bdrms, 3 baths, backing onto stream & Monterra golf course. Avail now through Nov., $1,000 premium July or August. Utilities in addition to rent. 2-car garage, hot tub if desired. No pets, no smokers.

WE COLLABORATE WITH A TEAM

of stagers, photographers & tradespeople and offer a network of connections from over 25 years of local community involvement to help you before, during and after your sale or purchase.

LISTINGS POSTED LOCALLY, ON TRREB & ON REALTOR.CA Ensuring Broadest Exposure for your Property.

WHAT THEY’RE SAYING …

“Sheila is the consummate professional, keenly focused on her client’s needs. If her clients are happy, she is happy. Ultimately Sheila made it easy for us to make a decision.” Clare and Mike

“Dave and I really appreciate how hard you worked on the purchase for us. You went above and beyond. Thank you so much. It certainly was an education!!”

TOP PERFORMERS ROYAL LEPAGE CANADA

“We also want to thank you for all you do for Mark and me. You’re an excellent professional and a very kind person and we’re happy to have you in our lives.”

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Artfully

Ambur Braid

Welcome to the next phase of mountain homes nestled between Blue Mountain Resort and the award winning Scandinave Spa. A community set proudly apart yet connected by nature. Distinctive architecture inspired by Georgian Bay cabins and mountain chalets. This is everything you want Blue Mountain living to be. This is your Windfall.

An 18-year-old local adventurer who last Fall completed a walk from Vancouver to San Francisco, Fisher is headed to Lakehead University in September.

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Skiing for PETS

A Winter’s BLAST

GREAT VENUES

Meaford Hall Arts & Cultural Centre

Simcoe Street Theatre

Symphony in the Barn

The Collingwood Brewery

Blue Mountain Village

Living

Whether you’re out exploring or just enjoying the views, you can rely on Darryn, Andrew, and the team at Stroud & Scott Wealth Management to keep your wealth plan on track so you can make the most of the outdoors all year long.

Stroud & Scott Wealth Management is a proud member of the Collingwood, Thornbury, and Blue Mountain communities. We provide custom wealth solutions for families and business owners to help you build your net worth, be tax efficient, protect what matters, and build your legacy.

Spring Corporate Stay & Play

It’s time to shake off the chill of winter and welcome a new season.

The resort attractions are starting to come out from their winter hibernation and escarpment trails will soon be ready for exploration. What better way to reward your team, than with an adventure filled day outdoors followed by an overnight stay. Take some time to slow down and reconnect through the freedom of open spaces and natural surroundings. Corporate Stay & Play From $239* per person Includes: Overnight Accommodation Play All Day or Explore All Day Pass Group Lunch Voucher

There’s nothing like a trip to your local waste facility to restore faith in the public sector.

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Handling every detail, so you can enjoy every minute

Selling or Buying real estate doesn’t mean you have to put your life on hold.

Our extensive reach with Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited, Brokerage and Christie’s International Real Estate effectively promotes your property on a local, national and international level required to meet your goals.

Let us provide you with world-class care, clientfocused personalized attention and exceptional marketing plans, focusing on achieving your goals quickly, effectively and efficiently.

Delivering dedicated customized service with a relentless commitment to helping Buyers and Sellers with one of the largest investments in your life in Southern Georgian Bay.

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Breaking the Menopause Taboo

The major life stage is long overdue for a rebrand.

Going in Blind

The Right to Relief

“Menopause is when the ovaries say, ‘I think I’m going to retire now. We’ve made hormones all our life, we’ve ovulated. I think we’re good.’”

Dr. Kara Dionisio, naturopathic doctor

THE ONE WORD EVERY WOMAN MUST KNOW

3. Bladder Prolapse is called Cystocele – it means the bladder creates a bulge in the vagina with the vaginal wall covering the bladder as it bulges. Some women call this a “dropped bladder.”

Will prolapse get worse?

This has to be the scariest question for women with prolapse. The last thing we want to hear is that we have a prolapse, let alone that it’s getting worse. Here are 4 steps you can take to prevent prolapse or stabilize an existing prolapse:

We’ve been let down. Women have not received enough education about pelvic health as we age. For most women, the first time they hear this word is AFTER it happens to them. This must change. The word I am talking about is prolapse.

What is Pelvic Organ Prolapse?

It means one (or more) of your pelvic organs (bladder, uterus and rectum) have fallen out of place inside your body. When the organ falls out of place, it takes up space inside your vagina. Most women describe it as a “bulge.” Are your eyes bulging right now?

How common is this?

This is a silent epidemic. Prolapse affects 30% of the women between 20-59 years of age and more than half of the women over 50 years of age. Read that again. More than half. Over 50% of us. When something affects more than half of the female population, we deserve to be more educated about what it is, how to treat it and how to prevent it?

How does this happen?

The pelvic organs are supported by a critical “shelf” or “hammock” of muscles called the pelvic floor. If these muscles are not able to do their job efficiently, prolapse can be the result. Prolapse can be mild or severe. When it’s mild (stage 1-2), the bulge is higher up inside the vagina. When it’s severe (stage 3), the bulge can go all the way down to the vagina opening. At stage 4, the bulge is external to our body. I know…. shocking right?

What symptoms would I feel if I have a prolapse?

Most women report a heaviness or pressure inside their pelvis. Usually, after a long day on your feet, that pressure is worse. It can feel like something is going to fall out of you. It can happen gradually, or it can happen out of nowhere, like in the middle of a high-impact workout or while you are doing the dishes. Those are true stories from clients UROSPOT has helped.

There are 3 types of prolapse

1. Uterine Prolapse – The uterus actually descends into the vagina or the cervix ends up sitting lower in the vagina than normal.

2. Rectal Prolapse is called Rectocele – The rectum creates the bulge in the vagina but the vaginal wall still covers the organ.

1. Strengthening your pelvic floor is a must. At UROSPOT (a private urological focused clinic in your neighbourhood), we accomplish this rapidly with the Kegel Throne. While you sit fully clothed, this dignified medical device that looks like a futuristic chair does 11,000 kegels for you in just 28 minutes. We combine this with education and health coaching to empower you to understand your body and prevent/manage prolapse. The best part is that you can use your physio benefits to cover a portion of the cost.

2. Stay regular! Constipation can cause pelvic organ prolapse, and it’s also a symptom that happens because of prolapse. It’s key to avoid straining.

3. Take a load off! Lifting, pulling and straining can make things worse. When you work out, try low-impact versus high-impact exercises.

4. Stop smoking and watch your weight. Smoking makes you cough, which makes prolapse symptoms worse, and it weakens the tissues around your pelvic muscles. Extra weight also puts more pressure on your pelvic floor.

The key is to take action. Women typically put everyone else’s health before our own. You deserve to have a strong pelvic floor so you can maintain your independence and live with freedom and confidence. If you want to rapidly strengthen your pelvic floor while remaining fully clothed, come in for a complimentary consultation at UROSPOT. Our intradisciplinary team of pelvic health experts can’t wait to meet you.

My life changed after my first visit. It was as if I’d just gone back to a time in my life when sneezing, outbursts of laughter, sudden movement was not “a thing to worry about”. Give yourself this gift.

Nothing to Hide

Cultural Shift

Changing the Narrative

“It takes so much time to deal with such a complex and nuanced issue.”

Dr. Gillian Yeates, obstetrician-gynecologist

We are a team of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupunturists trained in China with many years of university teaching & clinical practising experiences for natural herbal formulas and acupunture treatments. We treat chronic rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, fibromyogia, infertility, irritable bowel syndrome, sciatic pain, bell’s palsy and other chronic health problems... for pain reduction, symptoms release and control.

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• Helps increase energy production (ATP) at the cellular level

• Helps maintain cardiovascular health, cognitive health, and brain function

• Assists in reducing symptoms of fatigue

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Orangeville: 44 First St.

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• Supports positive effects on perceived stress, such as pain, fatigue, sleeplessness, and irritability

• Supports the body’s antioxidant defence systems by providing L-glutathione and the antioxidant enzyme superoxide dismutase

NMNSURGE

Uses and benefits

• Provides a cutting-edge, metabolically active form of vitamin B3

• Activates NAD+ for anti-aging support

• Supports energy production in cells

• Replenishes age-related declines in NAD+

• A factor in the maintenance of good health

• Suitable for vegetarians and vegans

Longevity Kit

Uses and benefits

• Provides comprehensive anti-aging support for the brain, heart, and blood vessels

• Helps increase energy production (ATP) in cells

• Supports cardiovascular, cognitive, and brain function

• Assists in reducing symptoms of fatigue

• Replenishes age-related declines in NAD+

• Optimizes mitochondrial function

• Supports immune function

• Contains antioxidants for the maintenance of good health

Richard Zhang R.TCMP, R.Ac, DO(MP)

BRITS THE ON THE BAY

Devotees of MGBs, Triumphs and Jaguars gather for the camaraderie of country cruises and greasy fingernails.

“Drove the car home, my dad was livid,” Hord laughs. “I had it for two years. Every extra penny I had went into that car to keep it alive.”

“The club is dedicated to the preservation and enjoyment of British cars,” Wallace explains with a lively Scottish burr.

EDIBLE ARCHITECTURE

YF Patissier-Chocolatier crafts world-class pastries and chocolates in Creemore.

BY ANYA SHOR // PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANYA SHOR

ONE BITE INTO the delicate fig tart at YF Patissier-Chocolatier in Creemore and you know you’re tasting something extraordinary. Light-as-air puff pastry—buttery, crispy with a subtly savoury finish—delicately caramelized amber-coloured fruit exploding softly into tartly sweet syrupy pools, with a fairy dusting of confectioner’s sugar. Well, you simply can’t leave with just one. Before you can exclaim mon dieu! without sputtering flakes of pastry

down your chemise, you’re surveying the vitrine and wondering where that generous pair of trousers might be.

Suddenly, you’re speaking French, uttering words you never knew you could. “ One tarte Tropeziénne , one mille-feuille , one tortillon , one lemon bichon, and two pain au chocolat, of course, see-voo-play.” YF is certainly a destination in and of itself.

When Yoonhee Chang’s business partner,

François Rahier—of the famed Rahier Patisserie on Bayview Avenue in Toronto—suggested opening a patisserie in Creemore, Ontario, the young baker had never heard of the place. When she looked up the small Simcoe County village and learned it only had a population of about 1,200 people, she was dubious.

“When I saw this tiny town, I thought, who are we going to be selling all these pastries to?” laughs Chang. “But when I came up here and saw this beautiful place and spoke to the other businesses and learned about the weekenders and tourists, it started to make sense.”

The YF Patissier-Chocolatier opened on Mill Street in February 2022, and Chang, who was born in Korea and immigrated with her family to Toronto 20 years ago, now calls Creemore home. And you can bet your frangipane; the business gamble paid off. Customers from all over the region and beyond make the trip to the picturesque village just to take home a box of the

The 19th century’s Marie-Antoine Carême remarked, “The fine arts are five in number, namely: painting, sculpture, poetry, music and architecture, the principal branch of the latter being pastry.”

“One tarte Tropeziénne, one mille-feuille, one tortillon, one lemon bichon, and two pain au chocolat, of course, see-voo-play.” YF is certainly a destination in and of itself.

Photo: Sol Pad Thai Stir Fry, Sol Kitchen

Chang says her favourite things to create are seasonal desserts for special holidays. “That’s when I get to make something different, out of the ordinary.”

*Renderings are artist’s concept. E&OE.

A private collection of four-season modern towns, bungalows and singles.

After-hours pet crises expose the cracks in emergency veterinary care.

What ensued was a nine-hour ordeal from the time Daisy was quilled to the time she was released into my arms after an operation.

Early detection and prevention are always better than trying to put out fires.

WHAT BETH DUTTON WOULD DO.

Fans of ‘Yellowstone’ will know the length to which the Dutton family will go to preserve and protect their land. Especially Beth. It is that passion for the Georgian Bay area’s farms and rural acreages that make us the clear choice when buying or selling precious rural properties. As local landowners, we understand the intricacies of country properties, and we also understand the emotional attachment – especially when it’s time to let go. Selling the world’s finest properties since 1977., our local knowledge combined with our international network is your advantage. Plus, we like any excuse to wear chaps. Let’s find your land a proud new owner, or find you a chunk of paradise worth fighting for. Giddy up! Learn more at: mcgregorhahnegroup.evrealestate.com

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McGREGOR HAHNE GROUP

James McGregor Sales Representative, CIPS*

Max Hahne Broker, IRES**, RSPS†

Artfully Yours

The Classic

A Curator’s Eye

Art advisor Manny Neubacher explains the finer points of filling your home with artwork—an art in and of itself.

The Salon

“There is room for all kinds of art in one’s home. It can be thoughtful, funny, serious, pretty. Like music, we should feel free to make room for things that move us, cause us to reflect, excite us and make us happy.”

The Bohemian

HOW TO MAKE BIG FEEL SUPER COZY

Perfect proportioning makes this almost 8,000-square-foot home seem anything but big.

Shane, a vice-president of real estate with E INC, explains that the house was positioned so that the living area overlooks the fifth hole of The Georgian Bay Club, of which he is a member, and Georgian Bay itself, while the rooms facing the front of the home look up at the forested escarpment.

The house seems to glow, in fact, from all the outside light pouring in.

Nicole chose a light colour palette for the home to enhance the natural light and brass accents that reflect it.

Sculptural chandeliers and pendants adorn every room and draw the eye towards the breathtaking ceiling heights. The secondfloor den acts as a multi-purpose room with a view.

The walls are painted White Dove from Benjamin Moore and the white oak floors are from Moncer Brass Waterstone faucets and brass Ashley Norton hardware on the light-coloured kitchen cupboards and white/grey stone kitchen island glow.

White linen-look blinds throughout the house and cream and light neutral upholstered furniture complete the theme, warmed up with the faded colours of the second-life Persian carpets from Elte that adorn the hardwood floors.

And the large picture-perfect windows, front and back of the house, make the sun appear to “circulate” through the home, says Nicole. At night, the house is lit with large, gorgeouslydesigned pendant lights created from natural materials—including huge 60-pound cement ones over the kitchen island. They are so beautiful they could be sculptures. And instead of pot lights in the upstairs hall, the couple chose brassy farmhousestyle ceiling fixtures.

The home, too, makes plenty of use of the outdoors. One deck off the kitchen and dining area overlooks a fire pit and hot tub. And there are plans to add a pool.

Another large deck off the living room has heated flooring (as does the entire house) so its surface stays cozy and warm for three-season dining alfresco.

A grand, soaring entrance hall leads into a cathedral-ceilinged living room of soft tones and natural wood. Perfect proportions make the spacious living area feel cozy.

The house seems to glow, in fact, from all the outside light pouring in.

And the large picture-perfect windows, front and back of the house, make the sun appear to “circulate” through the home.

One of a kind property in a sought after location with easy access to Bruce Trail, Metcalfe Rock and Kolapore uplands. Custom built, 3500 sq.ft, 4 bedroom home. Incredible location for outdoor adventurers and trail enthusiasts.

COMING SOON

Incredible 50 acre property nestled in the Pretty River Valley. Breathtaking, westerly views of the Niagara Escarpment. Stately 4 bedroom brick home & bank barn. Short drive to ski & golf clubs, Georgian Bay, Collingwood & more!

Steps to skiing, Village at Blue, park & more from this fantastic 5 bed|3 bath chalet in the heart of Blue Mountain! Large windows, cathedral ceilings, gorgeous wood beams & wood accents. Finished basement. Short drive to Georgian Bay!

MLS #40382036 | $1,279,000

Fantastic 4 Bed|2 Bath bungalow situated on a mature, treed 0.88 acre property. Easy access to the Georgian Trail. Christine Beach nearby. 20 Minutes to Blue Mountain. 3-Season screened-in porch, finished basement. A Perfect family home!

| $699,000

330 First Street, Collingwood ON L9Y 1B4

(705) 445-5520 info@HawkinsRyerse.com

Views of Georgian Bay & the Niagara Escarpment from this beautiful rural acreage. Short drive to Devil’s Glen Ski Club, Mad River Golf & Country Club, Osler Brook Golf Club & Batteaux Creek Golf Club. 64 Acres of mostly cleared land with a forested area & rolling hills.

MLS# 40354849 | $1,495,000

HIKE & BIKE FOR HOSPICE 2023 IS MAY 28TH THIS YEAR.

Supporting Hospice Georgian Triangle is a cause very near and dear to our hearts. We, along with Royal LePage Locations North will be registering a team & hope to see you there!

Registration opens April 1st. Visit hospicegeorgiantriangle.com or contact us at info@HawkinsRyerse.com for more details.

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Yes, it’s probably time to let AI take over your lawn.

The black walnut’s endangered relative deserves special attention.

From your front gate to the back forty, we are here to assist you in creating your dream estate property. Uncovering, discovering, creating and maintaining areas so that your property thrives in the manner you see best. Your land is valuable. Your time is valuable. Let us help you create spaces that are simply yours to

It was opening night and the anticipation in the theatre was palpable.

International opera star Ambur Braid reflects on coming home to her role as Salome and the sanctuary of a rustic Blue Mountains cabin.

Braid says of her director, “Atom and I had met a few times at events and dinners, including a big dinner that was hosted in my own apartment, where we got to know each other in a very natural way. He’s an incredibly intelligent, gracious and generous man to work with.”

The home stage also offered unique advantages. “Coming home can certainly be a mixture of feelings. In the case of this role, at this time in my career, it was an incredible gift,” says Braid. “It’s an important role to me and I know her very well, so I could carry the show in a calm and supportive way... and was given the support to make it even better. This makes a difference. The cast was also a dream cast. Chemically, we knew each other very well,

so we could just get right into it and start peeling through the emotional layers. The conductor, Johannes Debus, is the person I’ve worked the most with, so there’s an understanding there as well.”

Being home also meant being back at the secluded log cabin in the Blue Mountains where Braid, her husband, and the couple’s toy poodle, Walter, reside when not in Frankfurt.

“We moved up to the Blue Mountains in February 2017 and, because this is how life happens, I was then offered a full-time contract at Oper Frankfurt.” Braid joined the Oper Frankfurt ensemble in 2018. Since then, she has divided her time between the two places, but considers “the cabin,” as the couple affectionately calls it, home.

Born and raised in British Columbia, Braid moved to Toronto in 2002 to complete her

undergrad at The Glenn Gould School at The Royal Conservatory of Music, followed by her master’s studies at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. She returned to Toronto in 2008 to perform with Opera Atelier before being accepted into the COC Ensemble Studio, an incubator program for emerging artists.

But growing up in the small town of Terrace, in the Coast Mountains of B.C., meant the international opera star was no stranger to snow, mountains and the charms of rural life.

“The fantasy of having a place out in the countryside, but still being near an airport, started a couple of years before the purchase. We, like many, kept our eyes on realtor.ca, but it was more of an escape fantasy than reality. We spent a few summer weekends driving up north, and even east of the city, exploring the different towns to see where we felt the most comfortable. We asked ourselves the following: Where would we be able to drive a short distance to sit in town and have a coffee, where would we feel safe alone, where could we buy local produce, and where would we be in proximity to at least someone that we already knew? Thornbury!” And so the couple’s search began.

When they stumbled upon the rustic cabin a short distance from town, down a long, heavily treed private drive, it was love at first sight.

“We found our place and I was hooked immediately. I knew it was the one when we were midway down the driveway. I leapt out of the car and exclaimed, ‘This is it!’ By chance, it was a short drive from close friends, who are basically family. Then the connective tissue grew, and older relationships strengthened. More friends and acquaintances have since moved up, and it’s become quite the support system and friend group. A big bunch of troublemakers, really,” laughs Braid.

There began a whirlwind schedule of alternating European and Canadian engagements, vocal training in Greece, and endless flights between continents. Until the world came to a halt. The cabin proved a welcome refuge during those first uncertain months of COVID lockdowns.

“It was absolute heaven during those first weeks,” Braid recalls. “Yes, we were confused and worried for friends, but felt so fortunate to have all of that space, fresh air and our own water source. I focused on cooking, gardening and cleaning, and loved it.”

The property also offered the space to create and perform in an unexpected and inspiring way. With the help of a handful of trusted colleagues, Braid organized an intimate concert experience for her friends and neighbours.

“When all was shut down in the performance sector, we produced a few outdoor concerts on our lawn, called Opera in the Wild. World-class singers and pianists were brought to the Blue Mountains and our friends and incredible neighbours were immediately supportive of the venture. It was a crazy time!” says Braid.

And it was magical. The audience eagerly arranged themselves in folding chairs and blankets

ABOVE: Braid, relaxing at her home in The Blue Mountains.

Photo: Anya Shor

For Braid, the cabin is a cherished sanctuary. A place where she can embrace the simplicity and routine of rural life, off the stage.

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Photo: Anya Shor

MODERN TRAVEL STARTS AT YOUR FRONT DOOR

Sure, it’s fun to romanticize about

The Golden Age of Flying – the unrestrained glamour, the over-the-top excitement, gourmet meals, neverending cocktails, feather pillows, and of course ample leg room for all.

But what about the most difficult part of the journey, that of getting to the airport safely and on time. We face the same struggles today –confusion, inadequate parking, uncertainty, apprehension, and expense.

We invite you to relax and enjoy door-to-door passenger service between Simcoe County and Pearson International Airport. We’ll get you there safely, on time, and without the anxiety of navigating highway traffic or the hassle of parking.

across the yard, the gleaming grand piano was wheeled to the edge of the open doorway of the workshop-cum-studio, and Braid, resplendent in silk caftans and jewels, sang signature arias and duets, in the sunlight. It was healing for all.

For those who may be unfamiliar with Oscar Wilde’s grisly reimagining of the biblical Salome (the scandalous play written in 1896, the radical German poet Hedwig Lachmann’s translation of which is the basis of Strauss’s libretto), it’s a story that fascinates, shocks and repulses in equal measure. It’s replete with all the thematic underpinnings of a good old cautionary tale about the spoiling of a young girl too beautiful, too desired, too reckless and misguided, the author of her own demise, and her ill-fated quest to seduce and possess a man—and not just a random bearded handsome in flowing robes, but in this case John the Baptist. But that’s not really what it’s about.

“Like any woman, she’s misunderstood,” offers

Braid. “Oscar Wilde had an Old Testament view of women and believed that all women set out to ruin men. Salome is the object of everyone’s affection, but also the root of all their blame. She’s blamed for her actions, despite the world around her leading her to act in that very way because there is just no other escape.”

“ Wie schön ist die Prinzessin Salome heute Nacht (How beautiful the princess Salome is tonight),” is the opening line of the text, and even today, or perhaps especially today, it emerges from Strauss’s cacophonous overture not as a compliment, but a forewarning. To stare at Salome is like staring into a solar eclipse, yet no one seems able to resist the urge. “Why do you look at her like that?” This question, repeated throughout, makes every player squirm.

“I think that any woman can relate to Salome,” says Braid. “Especially teenage girls who are still, if not more than ever, hypersexualized under the male gaze. They make men so uncomfortable and it’s the men who can’t control themselves, not the girls. They’re girls Salome, the opera, can be an intensely gratifying mirror on society as a woman.”

Salome is a psychologically and emotionally demanding one-act, 100-minute opera, for most of which the princess is on stage. In Egoyan’s starkly contemporary production, this also means she is barefoot in the aforementioned swimsuit, save for a single costume change into a thin white nightgown for the gruesome, necrophilic finale

in which the deviant Salome lustily cradles the blood-dripping severed head of Jochanaan (John the Baptist) moments before her imminent death at the hands of her stepfather. Braid delivers this performance with fiery aplomb. Her rich, buttery soprano undulates effortlessly through Strauss’s complex score, animalistic and primal one minute to gloriously sonorous the next. It’s like taking a boat ride on treacherous waters; terrifying and thrilling, a rush of nausea and relief when it’s over but somehow you know you’d do it again. In other words, like watching a calamity unfold, it’s impossible not to stare.

Which is why, for Braid, the cabin is a cherished sanctuary. A place where she can embrace the simplicity and routine of rural life, off the stage.

“It is truly a place of rest and rejuvenation. It’s just unabashedly us, with dirty hair and rubber boots on all the time,” Braid says.

“I spend the mornings learning roles—right now I have three on the go.” And the rest of the time, it’s, “Sleep, sauna, eat, repeat!”

ABOVE CLOCKWISE: Ambur Braid as Salome: from infatuated teenager to deranged executioner. On stage with Michael KupferRadecky, and Karita Matilla.

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Her rich, buttery soprano undulates effortlessly through Strauss’s complex score, animalistic and primal one minute to gloriously sonorous the next.

Photos: Canadian Opera Company

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ART BY LORNE MCDERMOTT

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANYA SHOR

HOOKED ON A FEELING

If you happen to see an old steel painter’s easel perched in the waves off the shores of Wasaga Beach, chances are it belongs to local artist Lorne McDermott.

When the Wasaga oil painter wants to get a feel for the water and sky that he’s painting, he’ll walk out into Georgian Bay, set up the easel, sit on a stool and start sketching.

“I’ll feel the wind, I’ll feel the water on my feet and on my legs, and it gives me that sense of feeling, which is so important to me,” says McDermott.

Years ago, one of his neighbours informed him that he had left behind his treasured easel in the Bay. But there was no cause for panic. It is made of tube steel, has a wide base and is very durable.

“It just sits down in the rock and in the water, and it doesn’t go anywhere. So, I was very confident it would still be there the next day.”

The easel is McDermott’s constant companion as he searches out new landscapes, wildlife or other subject matter to paint. A motorcycle enthusiast— he estimates he’s ridden between 200,000 and 300,000 kilometres across North America in search of inspiration—he’s now designing a stand that will be mounted to the back of his HarleyDavidson. “I’ll pop it up and be able to sketch right from the bike without having to go anywhere.”

When not sitting in the water or astride his Harley, McDermott can be found painting in Loft Gallery in Thornbury as one of their exclusive artists in residence. A self-taught painter who moved to Wasaga Beach 11 years ago from Maple, Ontario, his work features a wide variety of styles and subjects on large canvases.

Many of his landscapes reveal a love of water he developed at an early age when his mother brought him to this area when he was a child. These pieces are quintessential Georgian Bay scenes, featuring the deep, textured hues of blue and grey of the Bay, sweeping clouds, and the occasional rock outcropping with sparse pines that trace the wind.

With moody surrealism and deep, textured hues, McDermott’s art reveals a love of water he developed at an early age.

Lorne McDermott is a self-taught master who paints by immersion— often literally.

“Oils on a canvas are like playing with food,” he says. “You have fun with it, you have to become a part of it.”

Other pieces delve into moody surrealism and explore the relationship between light and dark in shades of brown, gold, tan and grey. Still others depict realistic images of wildlife in their natural habitat.

Before he puts brush to canvas for a landscape, his creative process usually begins with a sketch at

the scene he wants to capture. He uses items he can easily carry on the bike: artist’s sketching paper, a simple pencil, water-soluble paint, watercolours or water-soluble graphite.

He seldom uses photographs as a base for his creation. If he must take a photo, he will sketch it for its lines and then discard it.

“Photographs lie; they give you colours that aren’t accurate. They give you a split second of what you would be feeling if you sat there for 20 minutes. I’m more about trying to put what I felt, translate that into the image, and if I can make people feel what I feel, that’s more important to me than every little line.”

While he’s proficient in watercolours and acrylic, he much prefers using oil paints, comparing the process to icing a cake or spreading peanut butter and jam on a sandwich.

“Oils on a canvas are like playing with food,” he says. “You have fun with it, you have to become a part of it.

“If I could rebuild the sky, water and land with the palette in my mind, then you would see what I see and feel what I feel.”

The tools for McDermott’s creative process consist of items he can carry on a motorcycle: a sketchbook and a simple pencil. BELOW: Often, McDermott wades directly into the water to paint.

McDermott’s art results from “a conversation” between the canvas, the paint and the artist, he says, noting that he’s never taken a formal art class and instead prefers to learn his own way.

“I always tell people that there’s a conversation that happens between the canvas, the paint and the artist. And if you’re in there playing, then that’s perfect.”

McDermott has long had a creative streak. He recalls sketching on serviettes at restaurants when he was 10. Since then, he has dabbled in art most of his life while earning a living in a variety of professions: banking and other corporate positions, graphic design (he was a graphic artist for Hallmark Cards for nine years) and art gallery owner.

He also taught painting at the prestigious McMichael Gallery in Kleinberg, Ontario, even though he himself has never taken a formal

art class. He says he’s not a fan of lessons for his own development as an artist because he’s more interested in learning his own way than someone else’s.

His paintings depict a wide range of emotion, and he acknowledges that they reflect how he was feeling at the time of creation. If his mood is positive and uplifting, then the painting might reflect more of that. As he puts it, “If I could rebuild the sky, water and land with the palette in my mind, then you would see what I see and feel what I feel.”

He has stuck two quotes that reflect his creative process to his workstation at Loft Gallery. The first is, Study what you see, but paint what you feel. The second is, The only problem with painting what you feel is how you feel.

He admits he sometimes “gets stuck” on how he’s feeling and how the mood comes forward in his work. But when someone else connects with his painting, that makes it worthwhile. At the gallery that happens frequently, he says.

“When someone comes in and says, ‘Wow, that painting makes me feel this way,’ that’s fantastic.”

McDermott’s works are now being collected both nationally and internationally. His motto, “Live your best life,” motivates him to continue to push his boundaries as an artist, to appreciate the success he has had and to continue to produce masterful creations.

“When someone comes in and says, ‘Wow, that painting makes me feel this way,’ that’s fantastic.”

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Barb Picot* 705.444.3452 Ron Picot* 705.446.8580

GROUND FLOOR-RUPERTS LANDING

Rarely available upgraded 2 bdrm, 2 bath ground floor unit in one of Collingwood’s most sought after waterfront communities. Marina, tennis & picklball, clubhouse with indoor pool, sauna, games room & gym. Close to ski hills & restaurants.

MLS® 40323959

Gail Crawford* 705.445.3751

Read Hilton* 705.351.8100

MEAFORD-“THE PLACE TO BE!”

Pristine 2 acre country/ residential building lot across the road from Georgian Bay & accessed from a peaceful cul-de-sac. Endless possibilities to create your private oasis near fantastic amenities of the bustling waterfront community of Meaford.

MLS® 40356246

Cynthia Razum** 519.377.9134

April hath put a spirit of youth in everything.

William Shakespeare

Ruffled edges, tulle and lace signal a soft transition from a dreary winter into a spring worthy of a sonnet.

Photography and s tyling by ANYA SHOR

Makeup and h air by TAYLOR SAVAGE

Model EVELYN WIGLE

Shot on location at DOGWOOD FLOWER

All clothing by ELAINE DICKINSON’S FASHIONS

DRIVING RESULTS FOR OUR CLIENTS

Whether you are looking for a waterfront cottage, a ski chalet or country escape, the McGregor Hahne Group is ready to collaborate with you to realize your real estate investment potential. We offer a full range of real estate services including residential, commercial, investment, second and third home acquisition, leasing, development services, international properties and advisory services.

Every transaction starts with the client. Our services are customized to the clientele and their unique and discerning tastes. We take time to understand the details that matter to you. When you choose to work with us you become our top priority, receiving our ongoing service and support.

We are a high-touch, boutique real estate agency driven to consistently achieve the highest levels of client satisfaction; building long-term relationships through trust and proven success. We understand our clients. We analyze each transaction through a unique set of conditions and personally have our hands on every aspect of your purchase or sale. Our group has over 40 years combined experience and are market experts in Collingwood, Blue Mountain, Owen Sound and the Bruce Peninsula. Our international network at Engel & Völkers means that your property is highly visible and marketed locally, nationally and internationally. We leverage the most current and innovative technologies to simplify the process for our clients and drive results.

Max is a broker and has been in the business for three decades. He has a reputation as one of the most trusted and admired agents in the Georgian Bay real estate market. James held leadership positions in the NHL and OHL before transitioning to real estate. His diplomacy and negotiation skills are unparalleled. Letitia brings a background in international business development and luxury marketing. When working with the McGregor Hahne Group you can count on nothing less than seasoned professionals dedicated to making your real estate dream a reality.

MCGREGOR HAHNE GROUP, ENGEL & VÖLKERS REAL ESTATE

321 Hurontario St., Collingwood

*NEW* – 981 2nd Ave. E., Owen Sound Direct 226-974-2144 or 705-441-5800

mcgregorhahnegroup.evrealestate.com

With over 35 offices nationwide, Sotheby’s International Realty Canada represents the country’s most significant architectural masterpieces and extends toptier service and marketing to homes across every price range. Our real estate listings include houses, condos and townhomes, as well as the country’s most extraordinary luxury estates and vacation homes for sale. Over 75% of the homes we represent are under $1 million.

Sotheby’s International Realty’s exceptional investment in reaching qualified buyers locally, nationally and internationally ensures the maximum return on the homes we represent. Our global network strength encompasses more than 1,000 sales offices across 81-plus countries and territories, digital media delivering over 1 billion annual online impressions, and partnerships with premier global media.

“Sotheby’s International Realty® is a groundbreaker in digital marketing innovation. We give clients privileged access to technology that showcases their home to influential, next-generation homebuyers”, says David Reid Regional Manager, Central Northern Ontario. “We are the first real estate brand to market properties on Apple TV, and the only real estate brand to receive a Silver Creator Award from YouTube. The Sotheby’s International Realty mobile app seamlessly showcases your property to international buyers on the go and allows them to directly connect with your agent”, he adds.

Our real estate advisors offer in-depth knowledge, exemplify professionalism and deliver attentive service tailored to your needs. In an information-rich world, there is no shortage of real estate data and news; the challenge is in knowing how this information can be used to your advantage when buying a home. At Sotheby’s International Realty Canada, understanding your personal and financial goals is our first priority. From there, we empower you with market insight and strategic advice so that you can make decisions with confidence.

Sotheby’s International Realty has earned the distinction of being ranked as the #1 most trusted brand in residential real estate. * More importantly, we are honoured to have earned the trust and repeat business of Canada’s most discerning real estate sellers.

Sotheby’s International Realty Canada has been continuously expanding in Central Northern Ontario. In addition to the Collingwood local office servicing Southern Georgian Bay, the company also operates offices in Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Huntsville, Port Carling, and Barrie — reflecting the company’s continued commitment to being where its clients are and where they want to be.

*Lifestory Research, 2021 America’s Most Trusted® Study

MLS® #403435086, Sunset Court, Tay, ON

SOURCES

Dogwood Flower

174 Marsh St. Clarksburg 519-379-7623

dogwoodflower.ca

Elaine Dickinson’s Fashions

163 Hurontario St. Collingwood 705-445-4093

elainedickinsonsfashions.com

Atelier522 522 Mill St. Neustadt 519-799-2434

atelier522.ca

Midwest Co-op 774794 Hwy. 10 S Markdale 519-986-2031

midwestcoop.ca

5 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF BEFORE BUYING A RECREATIONAL PROPERTY

Do you dream of escaping the daily grind in the city to spend time with your loved ones in a recreational property? It’s a huge investment and major life decision to be considered. Ask yourself these questions first before you say “yes” to the vacation home of your dreams.

1. WHAT IS MY GOAL WITH THIS PROPERTY?

The most important thing is “What is your intention and what will you do with this property?”. Do you intend to keep it for personal use? Rent it out for part of the year? What about being close to recreational activities? Knowing your objective will dictate what factors you should weigh in on for your purchase.

2. WHERE DO I WANT IT TO BE?

It is very crucial to think of the location. Do you want privacy and seclusion, a beach house, country property, right at the ski hills or close to downtown, hospitals, supermarkets and restaurants? Will you be commuting, driving, taking your bike or walking to your recreational activities and interests?

3. AM I PREPARED TO TAKE ON MORE RESPONSIBILITIES?

Double the home, double the responsibilities. While this will not be your main residence, maintaining it will take the same time and effort. Think about yearround maintenance - a caretaker, lawn services and snow removal services for when you are not there? Now, think about the money – mortgage payments, taxes, utility bills, maintenance costs and emergency expenses for repairs.

4. CAN I GET INSURANCE FOR THE PROPERTY?

There are all kinds of recreational properties out there - cottages with docks on the water, homes with wood burning fireplaces, septic systems, wells and oil tanks. It my not be easy or straightforward to get them insured. Call your local insurance broker who specializes in your property type for advice on your coverage.

5. WHEN IS A GOOD TIME TO BUY?

There is no single answer to this one. The only good time to buy is when you are ready. Don’t make hasty decisions - you need to make sure that you are financially and mentally prepared for this endeavour. In all cases, it is best to connect with a local Real Estate professional to guide you in your search. More questions? We would be happy to discuss them with you!

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