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EMC News - Thanks to the enormous effort of community volunteers, the area at the end of Sussex Street is a clean slate in preparation for the design phase of a natural playground to begin this season. Approximately 40 local volunteers donated their day last Saturday, Sept. 15 to clean out the overgrowth and debris in the treed area at the end of Sussex Street. “It looks really nice,” remarked Christine Culham, director of Lanark County Housing Corporation of the overall effort. “I was amazed. I didn’t think we’d get that much done.” Countless truck loads of material was taken from the site from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. last Saturday in hopes of establishing a natural playground for children of Empress Avenue, Sussex Street and the greater community. The concept of a natural playground is to use nature’s assets to create a safe play area for children to jump, climb and use their imagination. The idea to construct such a recreational asset in Smiths Falls came about when a group of residents and service providers came together earlier this year to form the Sussex Empress Steering Committee. Cheryl Whalen, a committee member and parent of teenaged children in the neighbourhood, said she is glad to see recreation facilities coming to their side of town. In a previous in-

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The Sussex/Empress Steering Committee held a clean up day on Saturday, Sept. 15. Their goal is to clean up an area behind the existing playground and ball diamond to expand the play area. Many people from the neighbourhood along with community builders came out. Some from Big Brothers Big Sisters, the town terview she spoke of the need to have recreational structures closer to home than Lower Reach Park. “I’m happy that it’s happening,” Whalen said. “It encourages them (kids) to get out.” Now that the clean up is complete on the town-owned

lands, steering committee members and staff can begin the work of designing the playground itself. “That’s one of our priorities throughout the winter,” Culham added. “Hopefully we’ll be implementing stuff in the spring.”

and Lanark County Housing Corporation joined to see the progression and expansion of the park. Above, team leader of the clean up and steering committee member, Cheryl Whalen (left) gets some help from her daughter Jessica Ruttan.

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EMC News - The Smiths Falls WALK for ALS is taking place on Saturday, Sept. 22 at the Royal Canadian Legion beginning at 10 a.m. (registration 9 a.m.) to help those living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, a paralyzing neuromuscular disease that is also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Last year, the Smiths Falls Walk for ALS raised almost $40,000, which goes towards providing equipment and support programs for those living with ALS now, as well as towards researching a cure. The organizing team hopes the same level of support will be shown again for this year’s

walk. The community is coming together to walk for those who can’t. “Since we receive no government funding, we organize these events to help raise funds and awareness for ALS, a truly devastating disease,” said Christine Kirby, Walk for ALS Event Manager for ALS Ontario. To participate or donate to the Smiths Falls Walk for ALS, visit www.walkforals.ca for more information. WALK for ALS is the largest annual fundraiser and the signature event for ALS Ontario, an organization that receives no funding from the government and relies

entirely on the generosity of its donors. In total, ALS Ontario raised $1.4 million last year through the Walk for ALS. ALS is a progressively paralyzing and fatal neuromuscular disease. Within two-to-five years after diagnosis, those living with ALS lose the ability to move, speak and eventually breathe. Eighty per cent of people die within this period after diagnosis. Every day two to three Canadians are diagnosed and every day two to three people die from ALS. For more information, please visit www.als.ca. Submitted by ALS Ontario.

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EMC Events – Handling sales for the People First of Lanark County (PFoLC) garage sale on Saturday (Sept. 15) were Chris Purdy (Fundraising Committee vice chair) and Joan Morin. For PFoLC the event was also an opportunity to engage members of the community and create awareness about the organization, which is the voice of the people who have been labelled with an intellectual disability. The event took place at CDL Truck and Car Centre, located at 80 Townline Rd. W. in Carleton Place (next to Freight Burger). Photo by MIKE GAUTHIER

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A little dedication makes a big difference EMC News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Two and a half years ago, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County (BBBS) welcomed mentor, Stacey Shrout. Stacey started with the agency as an In-School Mentor, where she spent one hour a week mentoring her little sister, Destiny. She began to feel as if she could give more of her time to volunteering and decided to make the transition to be-

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Shrout had set a personal goal for herself - to be a mentor. A friend got her involved and her mother was a BBBS mentor as well. When she realized the increasing need for mentors at BBBS, she knew it would be a good fit. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a bigger commitment than I had originally anticipated but when I saw the need; it made my decision to continue very easy,â&#x20AC;? Shrout said. The process to become a mentor was very â&#x20AC;&#x153;easy and thorough,â&#x20AC;? she said, but she was â&#x20AC;&#x153;guided every step of the wayâ&#x20AC;? by BBBS caseworkers.

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EMC News – Elementary school teachers in Perth and elsewhere in Lanark County are taking steps to remove themselves from supervising extra-curricular activities. The EMC has learned that, following a Sept. 17 meeting of Perth teachers, the cross country team at the Stewart School will be allowed to continue on with its season, since training had already begun, but that other sports teams and clubs will not be opened, as teachers give voice to their displeasure over the passage of Bill 115, the Putting Students First Act of 2012. Teachers at Glen Tay Public School and The Stewart School will also be taking a hard line on withdrawing from extra-curricular activities. However, local secondary school teachers won’t be withdrawing from supervising after-class activities just yet, according to a local union boss. “I don’t know for sure,” said Danny Thomas, teacher president for the local branch of the Ontario Secondary School Teachers Federation (OSSTF), during a telephone interview from his Kemptville office on Sept. 17. While he has not heard any directives from the union’s head office in Toronto, “we don’t have any immediate plans for that (work-to-rule) in the immediate future for here,” though he did note that his teachers temporarily withdrew their afterhours services for 24 hours

feel picked on.” Thomas noted that teachers are “fully aware” of the dire financial straits that the province finds itself in at the moment, with a $15-billion deficit, but added that “we proposed a wage freeze” to the McGuinty government, which did not appear to appease them. “All of this stuff is way too deep,” said Thomas. Thomas said he considered it a shame that local solutions could not be found to the problem, and surmised that school boards feel dismayed at the outcome of the vote as well. “They (school boards) are as upset as we were when the government came along and said, ‘You are not going to negotiate,’” said Thomas. Terry Simzer, director of communications for the Upper Canada District School Board, noted that the ball is in the union’s court as to what, if any, extra-curricular sports, drama and clubs get cancelled. “It’s their issue so we won’t get caught up in all that,” said Simzer on Monday. “It’s very early on. It’s very sporadic. (But) they will decide how long this goes on for.” Simzer noted that the extra-curricular activities are indeed “voluntary.”

According to the OSSTF web site, Lanark-FrontenacLennox and Addington MPP Randy Hillier (Progressive Conservative) was absent for the Bill 115 vote, while Carleton-Mississippi Mills P.C. MPP Jack MacLaren voted in favour of the bill. Leeds-Grenville Tory MPP Steve Clark also voted yes to the bill. The OECTA Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association (OECTA) hammered out a deal with the provincial government on July 5. Amber Laberge, communications officer with Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario (CDSBEO), said that because of this deal, no English Catholic schools in the region are affected by any threat of work-to-

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EMC News – Ontario is dead last among provinces when it comes to funding social programs, a new report revealed. An Ontario-wide coalition of almost 100 groups and organizations, called Ontario Common Front, examines growing inequity. On Aug. 29 it released Falling Behind: Ontario’s backslide into widening inequity, growing poverty and cuts to social programs. Despite having among the world’s most highly educated workers, an abundance of natural resources, and an industrial base, the report shows that Ontario is falling behind the rest of Canada in terms of growing poverty, increasing inequity and flagging financial support for public services. It blames choices made by governments, not international economic trends, for the downward spiral. “Today,” the report reads, “600,000 Ontario families find their incomes stalled or falling behind, while the richest 10 per cent gallop away with the bounty from the sustained period of economic growth stretching from the mid-1900s to 2008.” The report found that: • 40 per cent of Ontarians, 600,000 families, are struggling with incomes that are stagnant or declining; • Ontario funds all of its social programs, including health care to education, at the lowest rate in Canada; • While poverty rates fell in five provinces, Ontario had the second highest increase in poverty rates and intensity, leaving 393,000 children in poverty (one in seven); • Ontarians pay the highest school fees, out-of-pocket health care fees and tuition fees in the country while leading the nation in cuts to corporate and income taxes. It blames both the Liberal and Progressive Conservative governments for prioritizing tax cuts for the wealthy over equality-creating public programs. The report tracks the decline with examples such as: the average CEO takes home 250 times the income of the average Canadian, while a generation ago that ratio was 25 times the average. Morgan Goddard is the NDP riding association presi-

dent for Carleton-Mississippi Mills. He said there is little difference between the Liberals and PCs when it comes to spending priorities. Both believe in the myth of “austerity” meant to convince the middle and working classes to give up more just as the wealthiest take even more. “Austerity measures are not working; it’s causing greater poverty, and that’s just not right,” Goddard said. “It’s always easy to blame the poor.” He noted that Kanata is one of the wealthiest areas of the country. But even there personal debt is piling up and two-income families are no further ahead than the one income families of the 1960s and 1970s. Goddard said the reality of trickledown economics – introduced by Margaret Thatcher and Ronald Reagan during the early 1980s - is that kids get neglected because parents are working longer hours, communities suffer because fewer people can volunteer their time, and ecological and

financial debt is loaded onto future generations. In West Carleton, where Goddard lives, poverty can be masked somewhat. But the reality is many people are couch surfing and using the emergency food cupboard like never before. He said the solution is to shift the burden away from the working and middle class to restoring a balance with the wealthiest. Increasing the income tax rate by one per cent of those making over $500,000 per year – about 30,000 people in Ontario – would “cover everything missing on social spending,” he added. However, Goddard admits there are plenty of catchy slogans and false arguments that convince poor people they deserve to be poor. There is the “rich people have earned their wealth” argument which often isn’t true because of inheritance laws. There is the “rich people create jobs” argument which isn’t borne out by statistics showing most jobs are created by small and medium

sized businesses. There is the “government can’t do anything right” argument which blames civil servants rather than politicians who serve power elites instead of the majority of voters. “Mostly it’s that people are willing to believe what is convenient. If they don’t want to give money to the poor, it can be as simple as greed,” he said. “I think that’s a false self-interest.” Ontario Health Coalition director Natalie Mehra, primary author of the report, said the province is on a five-year plan to cut public sector jobs and services that will worsen the situation for everyone. She said Ontario residents are paying for the current shortfall in “hundreds of ways,” from the highest tuition and school fees, the highest proportion of out-of-pocket health care costs, a burgeoning array of user fees, and thousands of families wait years for support for children with disabilities. The full report can be found at weareontario.ca.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR Government’s actions leaves teachers in tough spot DEAR EDITOR: With summer almost over and the beginning of another school year already here, teachers are being targeted by the provincial government as part of the cure for the deficit. Pending legislation to freeze contracts has bred suspicion and even more distrust of the real intentions of Premier Dalton McGuinty. In recent years, this premier has made a point of promoting the value of early childhood education, has instituted full-day schooling for junior and senior kindergarten age children and has courted the support of teachers’ unions. This time, with Education Minister Lauren Broten as the spokesperson, he has raised the ire of teachers’ unions and teachers, too. Contracts are negotiated with the school boards but, this time, the school boards were ignored. Fighting words, such as strike, lockout, and back-to-work legislation are not conducive to a good working atmosphere. If this issue ends up in the Supreme Court, the government could be found in breach of its own Labour Relations Act. Teachers are a favourite focus of criticism by many facets of

the population. Haven’t you heard? The reason we are teachers is because of the big salary, the two months summer holiday, the Christmas and Easter holidays as well as PA days. Lack of information often results in misconceptions. That is the case as it relates to those of us who have given many years teaching and learning with children. From an early age I knew I wanted to be a teacher. I didn’t know there was pay involved; I wanted to go to school seven days a week, all year. Maybe I was ahead of my time! My experience has been that those who choose to teach, do so because they enjoy working with children. The few, who take up the profession mainly for the pay, do not stay. Teachers must be able to deal with crises quickly and professionally, exhibit good judgment in a wide range of situations, respond with empathy to concerns expressed by children and adults, all while delivering the prescribed programs of learning laid out by the province and testing the results for publication in the media. See LETTER page 10

EMC Editorial – So here we go again. Very rich professional hockey players locked in a staredown with even richer professional hockey team owners in an ‘effort’ to reach a collective bargaining agreement. The result – a familiar one for National Hockey League fans – a lockout of the players that kicked in at midnight last Saturday. Seven years ago, an entire season and playoffs was wiped out before a deal – which included the introduction a new salary cap that was to resolve what was supposedly ailing the NHL at the time – was reached. Since that time, the NHL brand has grown steadily across Canada and the United States. The league has a ‘real’ television deal with NBC that actually pays big money, Canada has a seventh franchise back in Winnipeg and overall league revenues continue to grow year after year. So how can there be a problem? The challenge is how to divvy up that embarrassment of riches. The players’ union and ownership differ greatly over which side should get how much of the pie. While some negotiation has taken place, resulting in slightly altered initial offers, the two sides still seem wide apart (although why they can’t stop posturing and simply meet in the middle is beyond most rational minds). Most of the experts don’t expect a year-long lockout this time around. But it’s clear months will pass before any ‘i’s’ are dotted or ‘t’s’ crossed with many players already jumping ship to sign with other leagues in Europe in order to stay sharp. Of course the news isn’t all bad for Canadian hockey fans. Those of us who live in communities where junior hockey resides could care less, really. In Smiths Falls and Carleton Place, both of their Jr. A franchises are off to strong starts to their respective CCHL seasons. And the Kemptville 73’s are looking to build off an eyepopping pre-season. There’s also no shortage of entertaining Jr. B action with perennial championship contenders Westport along with Valley Division rivals Perth and Almonte all set to do battle. And if that’s still not enough, there are the myriad of minor hockey teams to enjoy. Both the minor hockey and girls hockey associations are just about in full swing already. The local rinks will be jammed with action throughout the week and all weekend long. And unlike the jacked-up costs of tickets one faces at NHL rinks, this price is definitely right.

Prayers get family through Dirty Thirties EMC Lifestyle - We learned to pray at a very early age. Mother was a firm believer in prayer. Father, not so much. Oh, he was a believer in God, but he often wondered why, when we were doing all the right things we were still poor as church mice. Why we lost several cows when lightning hit the big maple tree on the West hill under which the cows were seeking refuge in a storm, was another question he asked. So other than Grace at the table at meal time, Father pretty well left the praying up to Mother. Although Mother was raised a Catholic, she became a Lutheran when she married Father. Nevertheless, when she felt she needed a special prayer answered, she wasn’t above resorting to her Rosary beads. But she always made it clear to us five children, it wasn’t a case of what you used when praying, it was

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how often, and how fervently you did so. So every night before we went to bed, we were marched upstairs to what Emerson irreverently called “the scrunch corner”. That was because we all had to scrunch down around Mother’s knee when she settled into the old rocking chair that sat under the window in the corner of the room. It was in my sister Audrey’s and my bedroom, which was really the upstairs hall, and the corner we prayed in, was hardly big enough to hold all of us. I always tried to get in the middle, because then I could rest my head on Mother’s knee, but Emerson

usually beat me to it. Mother would wait until we had all settled down around her knee, our eyes were closed and our hands were in steeples, then she would begin. Her first prayers were ones we said every night. Exactly the same, word for word. And I wondered back then, if God got bored listening to the same prayers over and over again. When those prayers were finished, we then said special prayers for everything from rain, to good crops, to a bountiful vegetable garden and a good day of selling door to door in Renfrew. Mother never forgot the old woman who lived alone in Renfrew, Granny Hines on the next farm, and the minister’s wife, who Mother thought was a saint! They were all part of our nightly prayers. Of course, we were expected to come up with our own prayers when all the group praying was over. That idea

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came to a great and glorious end when Emerson prayed that something evil would befall his very worse enemy at the Northcote School. Mother said, what we would do instead was pray silently to ourselves. I asked her how God would hear us if we didn’t say the prayers out loud. Mother assured me, He would be well aware of my silent prayers. And so began a lifetime of silent praying. Our Lutheran minister certainly didn’t believe in silent prayers I thought back then. In fact, his prayers were so loud, at the time I figured they could hear them in the United Church a stone’s throw away. And I wondered if your prayers had an advantage if you took on the pained look that came across our minister’s face whenever he opened his mouth. I asked my older and much wise sister Audrey if she thought he had sore feet, because not only did he have

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a pained look on his face, he had the habit of rocking from one foot to the other. To be honest, I was so intrigued with the minister when he was praying that I couldn’t take my eyes off him, when, in fact, I was supposed to be sitting in the pew ram-rod straight, in deep concentration. Audrey said it had nothing to do with sore feet. It had to do with the sincerity of the message. I had no idea what my sister was getting at, so I just had to sit there, Sunday after Sunday, with my own thoughts. Then it occurred to me that maybe there was something to this silent prayer business. After all, if a whole lot of people were doing it at the same time, that alone should have an impact and greatly impress God. And so praying silently became part of my life. I’m afraid I wasn’t very good at it to start. I was praying for things that I had seen in the

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Five and Dime Store window in Renfrew, and even prayed one time that bad Marguirite would move to another country. When none of these things came about, I decided I had to change what I was praying for. We also prayed every morning at the Northcote School. Right after Miss Crosby read a verse from the bible, she said the Lord’s Prayer, and we repeated it after her. One day I realized we did a lot of praying out there in Northcote... there were the Graces at every meal, morning prayers at the Northcote School, our nightly prayers around Mother’s knee at night, and the silent prayers each of us were encouraged to offer. I thought back then, with the Depression closed in around us like a tight vice, and every day a struggle for survival, the prayers, in whatever form they were given, were what really got us through the Dirty Thirties.

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A LOSING MOVE Feeling lucky? If you said no, you’re probably following the Ontario government’s plan to move slot machines out of racetracks by March 31, 2013. Taxpayers in Ontario benefit from nearly $1 billion a year sent to essential services from the slots. Since they’ve been in place, the OLG Slots at Rideau Carleton Raceway alone have generated $643 million for the provincial government that is specifically earmarked for health care in the province. The government is hoping this good fortune gets even better by taking the show downtown. This is more than a bad break for the people of Ottawa— it’s bad business.

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The slots at Rideau Carleton Raceway produce $70 million annually for Ontario taxpayers. By contrast, despite being only 2.5 km from downtown Ottawa, the slots and gaming tables at Casino Lac-Leamy earned a net profit of $5 million less than that in 2011. The costs of doing business downtown are significantly higher and make profit return harder to manage. The large Casino Lac-Leamy has 400 more slot machines. Everyone in Ontario has an interest in seeing these earnings from the Rideau Carleton Raceway slots upheld.

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Since slot machines were introduced to the Rideau Carleton Raceway in 2000, they have generated $52 million for the City of Ottawa. Council has said this revenue helps keep property taxes lower for all residents. The venue is also an ideal location for the fairs,

These numbers are possible because the Rideau Carleton Raceway site is easily accessible at the south end of Ottawa, and it has low operating costs and 2500 free parking spaces. In return, more money flows back to the city and Ontario taxpayers.

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The school day hours are determined by The Education Act, as are the number of teaching days and holiday times in each calendar year. Teachers have no input into any of these, yet are unfairly criticized for them. The teaching profession is open to all who wish to work hard, study for long hours, endure criticism and be in the public eye. The teaching profession is also open to those who love children and who delight in fostering young people’s creativity and curiosity. There is great satisfaction in seeing children discover and gain understanding of a new concept. If these characteristics match your own, then I encourage you to pursue the career. Please don’t resent my choice. After almost 35 years in a classroom, it was time to retire from the profession I loved, teaching. For the past 16 years I have been a spectator of what goes on in education, and I still find myself defending both the perceived hours of work as well as the legally negotiated pay. My summer holidays were spent at university courses; evenings and

weekends were used for planning, preparing and correcting assignments. Parent interviews, writing report cards, meetings with school psychologists and health officials were accommodated on their terms, not mine. At the end of June I was ready for a change; as September rolled around, I was anxious to get back. The students I had are still ‘my kids’ and I am proud to be able to call many of them by name, even after long years of absence. Many of them have chosen the teaching profession and are working in farflung parts of the world. I believe that some small part of myself is there with them. The recent actions of Premier Dalton McGuinty and his Education Minister will taint the atmosphere for the new school year but I believe that teachers will continue to be professional, will continue to show compassion and empathy to their students and, at the end of the day, will know they did their best, in spite of the Ontario government’s efforts to show otherwise. Mary Ellen Moulton Lyndhurst

OHL exhibition game brings many to town DEAR EDITOR: Sincere congratulations to Rick St. Dennis, Gary Bisonette, Margo Loughren, the rink staff and volunteers for their exceptional organization of the Friday night exhibition game between the Ottawa 67s and the Gatineau Olympiques. This game was an excellent opportunity to profile our Memorial Community Centre and to bring to Smiths Falls a high level of competitive hockey for the fans, and a boost for our fundraising. One of the highlights of this night was the game between the Smiths Falls Cubs and Ottawa. Another highlight was the Smiths Falls House League girls competing against one another. Most entertaining! The fan turnout was exceptional, showing again that we are “Sensational Smiths Falls”. Yours in hockey, Glen “Redman” Blair

EMC Lifestyle - “Where can I take this?” That’s one of the most common questions posed at the REAL Deal Reuse Store. Conscientious people, who want to ensure that their waste item is reused, recycled or properly disposed of, regularly bring in items REAL can’t take, but they want to provide them with answers. There has been a rather quiet revolution in Ontario in how we handle much of our waste. Rather than all waste going to a municipality, some waste is now going directly back to retailers, manufacturers and to

other organizations. This is called producer responsibility and means the producer bears the cost of reusing, recycling or disposing of the waste, instead of the taxpayer. Ideally, it will mean that the producer uses their creativity to figure out how to manufacture products that are easy to reuse or recycle, closing the loop on waste. REAL has been working to bring together all the available information on local retailers and other organizations that take back such waste, and to provide an easy to access

online directory for people to use. REAL has had the support of the municipalities of North Grenville, Smiths Falls, Perth, and Mississippi Mills to do this. And, the long-term partnership and support of iWasteNot in providing their online Recyclopedia system. REAL is close to formally launching the system, and invite people to start to use it, and to provide feedback. The site can be accessed two ways: go to www.REALaction.ca, under the WASTE tab, click on Take it Back Recyclopedia or go directly to

Recyclopedia www.recyclopedia.net. Choose your community, then choose the item you want to dispose. You will find listings of retailers and non-profit organizations that take those items in the communities in which you shop, making it easy for you to take the item back. The number and variety of items that you can now take back is impressive. Because of the support from the four particular municipalities, the focus is on those communities. Encourage your municipality to get involved.

Keeping one’s cool key when raising complaint EMC News - It’s not surprising that people are emotional about their cars, trucks, SUVs and minivans. After all, automakers spend millions every year on advertising to show their products off as if they were catwalk models or exotic beasts or birds rather than mundane examples of personal transportation. We’re led to believe that if we buy or lease the right auto, we’ll be magically whisked to Edenesque locales, our children will love and respect us, and we’ll get the perfect mate: all in the first drive around the block. If you think these emotions subside after a few years of ownership of a set of wheels, you’d be dead wrong. Just imagine a new and much more powerful set of emotions which can erupt when a driver is suddenly faced with an unexpected bill to repair something he or she believed should have lasted longer, or been much cheaper to fix. I’ve had the opportunity to see the best and worst of both consumers and retailers. I’m happy and proud to say that the overwhelming majority of daily automotive interactions

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have been positive examples of what’s right with the auto industry but there have been a few examples of things gone terribly wrong. I recently received a letter from a consumer with a major case of ‘buyer’s regret’ over a used vehicle with various mechanical and electrical concerns purchased from an area retailer. In this missive, our used car owner referred to the store owner as almost everything but the kitchen sink and most of those terms can’t be used in polite society or on these pages. I’ve always been a fan of the idea that before you put anything in writing in anger; wait a day before mailing it. The speed and ease of email dispatching makes this very crucial. Once it’s in writing and out there, there’s precious little you can do to retract it and in some cases it can lead

to legal claims of libel. I’m very understanding about verbal comments delivered in anger at a service counter. Today’s vehicles can be very complex and difficult to understand, even by automotive professionals. It’s no wonder consumers get frustrated and sometimes take their frustrations out on service consultants or managers. Fortunately when most good service people take their jobs, they grow a very thick skin. But in an attempt to provide some guidance, here are a few words to the wise. When you’re faced with a concern regarding any issue at any retailer, try to keep your cool. Raising your voice and blood pressure does nothing for the situation, not to mention your health. It’s helpful in times like these to either deal with another person (preferably the dept. manager) or relax for a few minutes in a quiet area away from the traffic of a busy shop’s counter. Good service consultants are very adept at diffusing anger and helping a customer understand the situation and by offering various options to

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EMC News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Community leaders from across Lanark County are lending their faces and voices in support of LGBT Lanark Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest anti-bullying initiative. A total of 14 full-colour posters have been produced, each of them portraying one or two of the well-known individuals, along with a quote from them supporting a more inclusive and accepting community. The campaign kicked off last Tuesday, Sept. 11 with a public unveiling hosted by the Gay Straight Alliance in the foyer of Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute (SFDCI). Elizabeth Snyder of LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender) Lanark County explained to the crowd how the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Enough Is Enough!â&#x20AC;&#x2122; movement was sparked following the death by suicide of Jamie Hubley, a Kanata teen who had been bullied for being gay. Since its launch last year, more than 1,200 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Enough Is Enough!â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Rainbow bracelets have been distributed across the region, a positive sign of a supportive community that opposes all forms of bullying. The posters will be â&#x20AC;&#x153;giftedâ&#x20AC;? to all schools in the county, powerful messages from people of influence, Snyder said. A press release from the LGBT group explains how itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hoped the â&#x20AC;&#x153;positive messages of support from recognizable pillars of the community will give our youth a moment of reassurance â&#x20AC;Ś perhaps an incentive to be part of this positive shift or maybe just enough encouragement to hold their

heads up a little higher.â&#x20AC;? Smiths Falls mayor Dennis Staples, one of the poster subjects, came forward to pledge to do all he can to eliminate bullying from schools and the community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to say how pleased I was to be invited by Elizabeth to be part of this,â&#x20AC;? he said. Gord Cooke, principal at SFDCI, who posed alongside vice-principal Nancy Keech in another poster, said he had a â&#x20AC;&#x153;selfishâ&#x20AC;? reason for wanting to participate: to help ensure a safe and welcoming environment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m the principal of a school and my job here is to help people learn. They canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t learn if they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel safe,â&#x20AC;? he said. Others who have come forward as poster subjects are: â&#x20AC;˘ John Fenik, Mayor, Perth, â&#x20AC;˘ Peter McLaren, Mayor, Lanark, â&#x20AC;˘ Wendy LeBlanc Mayor, Carleton Place, â&#x20AC;˘ David Murphy, Constable, Smiths Falls Police Service, â&#x20AC;˘ Brent McLaren, Town Crier, Perth, â&#x20AC;˘ Laurie McCabe, Principal, Almonte & District High School, â&#x20AC;˘ Peter McKenna/Maureen McIntyre, Exec. Director, Rideau Community Health Service and Director, Diabetes Regional Centre, â&#x20AC;˘ Larry McDermott, member of Obaadjiwan First Nation & Director of Plenty Canada, â&#x20AC;˘ Drake Jensen, North Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first openly gay male country singer, â&#x20AC;˘ Calvin Neufeld, inspirational speaker, with wife Sharon,

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Grade 12 students Rhiannon Champagne (right) and Dustin Hawkins of the Gay Straight Alliance at SFDCI, address the crowd in the school foyer last Tuesday, Sept. 11.

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â&#x20AC;˘ Lois McLenaghan & Deb Snow, long-time community activists and life partners, â&#x20AC;˘ Julie Willbond, TYPS Youth Centre, Almonte. Rhiannon Champagne and Dustin Hawkins of the high schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gay Straight Alliance, introduced a video entitled â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;SFDCI Love Is Louderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Now posted on You Tube, it starts with photos of single students and staff holding signs with derogatory â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;words that hurtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; such as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Stupidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Retardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Trashyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; written on them. It ends with those people holding a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Love Is Louderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sign between them with a message of support for those who feel persecuted. Champagne says she couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be more pleased with the level of support being shown throughout the community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am so emotional,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t express how happy I am to see these people coming out and supportingâ&#x20AC;? the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Enough Is Enough!â&#x20AC;&#x2122; campaign. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It means the world to meâ&#x20AC;Śmy gratitude is never ending.â&#x20AC;? With the momentum in such a positive direction, she says the movement will keep spreading. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I strongly believe itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just going to keep getting better.â&#x20AC;? As noted in the press release, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The time has come to stand strong together with all of our allies at our sides and to stare back into the face of bullying with both assertiveness and compassion â&#x20AC;Ś the time has come for LGBTQ youth in Lanark County to be able to live their lives, in their community without fear.â&#x20AC;?

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Calvin Neufeld, a transgender man who is well known for his inspirational speeches across the region, has lent his support to the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Enough Is Enough!â&#x20AC;&#x2122; inschool campaign. He and his wife Sharon posed in Stewart Park in Perth for their photo.

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Rita Wakelin, with some of her Canada World Youth colleagues in the background, relaxes before class on the lawn of St. Paul’s United Church in Perth. Wakelin will be hosting a workshop on Crohn’s and Colitis disease at the church on Sept. 22. who also has the disease. “It was incredible to be able to talk freely about it,” she said, hoping to replicate that feeling here in the Ottawa Valley. Even as recently as six-months ago, she was unwilling to talk openly about it. “I was giving the disease (a) stigma myself. I didn’t like

it; I didn’t like what it was doing to my body,” she said. She credits her newlyfound CWY friends with helping her deal with her disease. Living and working in such close contact with them has made them like family to her, and out of necessity, she had to tell them.

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“You have to find out what works for you,” she said. “(But) you want to try magical foods. I just try to use common sense.” Even a traveler not having to contend with Crohn’s and Colitis would have difficulty adjusting to food in a new country like Nicaragua where even under good conditions food sources and types of food can make for upset stomachs at the best of times. “My dietician will be working with me,” Wakelin said of her upcoming Latin American trip, adding she will be as cautious as she can be without starving. “I will be bringing my army of medications,” she said with a laugh, holding out a fistful of pills. Her disease also means that her chances of getting colon cancer are much higher than

for non-sufferers, and she already has ulcers in her large intestine. “All of the lovely symptoms you love to share with your friends,” she said, looking around at her friends sitting with her on the lawn under a shady tree in front of the church. Her friends have been extremely supportive, but she still has to contend with other issues on a daily, even hourly basis, like constantly asking the question – where is the nearest bathroom? When she was first diagnosed she had to go to the washroom up to 30 times a day, though she said it is not that bad now. “I do have to remember how lucky I am,” she said. “I’m functioning so I am happy with that.” Some sufferers would not even be able to travel abroad like she soon will. Another coping mechanism Wakelin uses is employing a sense of humour. The event is free to attend but Wakelin asks that if you are interested in attending that you register beforehand by emailing her at rjwakelin@ hotmail.com or by phone at 613-278-1226.

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EMC News – Crohn’s and Colitis sufferers can share their story and their pain with fellow sufferers and their supporters on Sept. 22 in Perth. Rita Wakelin, 20, a Canada World Youth (CWY) student from Victoria, B.C., who will live in McDonalds Corners until she ships out on a humanitarian mission to Nicaragua later this month, along with her friends from the CWY group, will host a workshop on the disease at St. Paul’s United Church in Perth on Saturday, Sept. 22 from 1 to 4 p.m. While speakers are still being lined up for the event, Wakelin hopes that, if nothing else, it will be “a place where patients will be able to interact with each other to discuss their own experiences with the disease.” While her fellow CWY students have been conducting educational exercises and organizing guest speakers to talk to their group, mostly about issues like safe food preparation and food justice, Wakelin herself speaks from experience with the disease. “I’ve had it for three years and I just remember when I was sick, I never really… met anyone else who had Crohn’s and Colitis until this year. I never really had someone else to talk to,” she said. Back in Victoria, she met a young man, a musician,

“I told them right away because I love them,” she said. “I will let you know right now that I may lose control of my bowels,” she told them point blank when she revealed her condition to the group. “I didn’t think it was a big moment, but it was,” she said of standing up in front of her CWY peers and sharing something so personal. “I cried a bit afterwards. They care about me. It took a weight off of my chest.” Wakelin was diagnosed with the disease at age 17 while on a school trip to France. As a teenage girl, “I was already as self-conscious as you could be,” Wakelin said. “That was not a good time for me to have it… You feel like crap all the time. There is nothing you can do to cure it (but) you can control it.” One option is to remove a sufferer’s intestine, but that operation is done only if someone’s life is in danger. “What scares me is that I know that my (type of condition) is considered incredibly treatable,” Wakelin said. “I still don’t feel great. I have times of the day when I am in pain.” One of the many barriers

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EMC Lifestyle - On Jan. 28, 1988 the Supreme Court of Canada struck down all legal restrictions on abortion, making it a completely legal medical procedure in this country. Now, a Conservative MP from Kitchener Centre, Stephen Woodworth, would like to overturn the Supreme Court of Canada with Motion M-312. M-312 seeks to “establish a parliamentary committee to review the declaration in subsection 223(1) of the Criminal Code of Canada which states that a child becomes a human being only at the moment of complete birth.” As the recent referendum letter sent out to local residents by Conservative MP, Scott Reid indicates, “this motion will effectively reopen the abortion debate in Canada if it passes.” Many myths surrounding the abortion issue persist in clouding the facts. Myth: Legalized abortion leads to an increase in the number of abortions performed. Extensive research and data collection by the internationally respected World Health Organization (WHO) prove that regions with access to legal abortion in fact have a lower rate of abortions than regions where it is restricted or illegal. This is likely due to the increased education and support in those regions on birth control and reproductive education. Myth: Making abortions illegal or restricting access to abortion will lower the number of abortions performed. As the WHO global report, “Unsafe Abortion: Global and Regional Incidence, Trends, Consequences and Challenges” concludes, “Legal restrictions on safe abortion do not reduce the incidence of abortion.” Legal restrictions on abortion does not mean less abortions are performed, it only means more unsafe ones are. According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine National Institute of Health, “Unsafe abortions account for

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more than 70,000 maternal deaths per year and a further 5 million women to suffer temporary or permanent disability.” If Stephen Woodward has his way, Canada would add to those appalling numbers.

Myth: Motion 312 will only impact when abortions can be performed. Given the sensitive nature of this particular section of the Criminal Code of Canada, the impact of changing it is substantial. If passed, this motion would allow for the possibility that any and all miscarriages be subject to criminal investigations as manslaughter, any pregnant woman could be refused certain medical treatments and prescription medications, in addition, some fertility treatments, including in-vitro fertilization could become il-

legal. Myth: Legalized abortion creates a moral climate in which terminating a pregnancy is an easy decision. The complexities and potential turmoil involved in making the decision to end a pregnancy remain with the individual woman making the decision, regardless of the wording of the law. A woman is no more or less likely to need an abortion, she is only more or less likely to be injured or killed depending on the law. Ultimately legal abortion equates to more safety while restricted and/or illegal abortion equates to more risk. Myth: At issue is the question of when human life be-

gins. Motion 312 is a political strategy deliberately designed to deflect attention away from the real crux of the abortion issue; women’s rights. As Joyce Arthur, Executive Director of the Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada states in a recent press release, “Granting personhood to the fetus means removing personhood from the woman.” After a long, hard-fought battle begun by the “Famous Five”, Canadian women have been “Persons” under the law since Oct. 18 1929. Passing M-312 would diminish the rights of Canadian women to a degree not experienced since before WWII. Violating women’s rights is not only

harmful to girls and women, it also negatively impacts all aspects of society from economic outcomes to health outcomes. MP Scot Reid has called upon his constituents to direct him how to vote on this issue and it is critical that he hears a resounding “NO” to M-312. If you haven’t already done so, it is vitally important that you fill in your referendum ballot and mail it back as soon as possible. If you did not receive your referendum ballot please contact Phil Joannou, Communications Assistant to Scott Reid at 613-947-2277. The vote will take place in the House of Commons on Sept. 26 and Reid needs your input before then. Women across Canada need your support before then. Lanark County Interval

House provides extensive support for children, youth and women who experience abuse and can refer men to the appropriate resources. All the services are free and confidential and you do not need to be a resident of the shelter to access the services. LCIH also provides shelter for women and their children who have experienced physical, sexual, emotional, or financial abuse. Call 613-257-5960 or 1-800267-7946 24hrs a day for any of our services. Shelter Needs The shelter is currently in need of grocery store gift cards, new towels and kids lunch items. For a complete Shelter Wish List please visit www.lcih.org

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Health Wellness Centre of Excellence breaks ground By DOREEN BARNES

EMC News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Construction is expected to start immediately,â&#x20AC;? said executive director of Community and Primary Health Care (CPHC) Ruth Kitson on Thursday, Aug. 23 for the new Community and Primary Health and Wellness Centre of Excellence. Located east of the Brockville Police Services, near the railway tracks and south of Parkedale Avenue, this stateof-the-art facility will house all current services offered at the CPHCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s other locations. The price tag for the building is $9,597,010 with the federal government contributing $3 million and the provincial government giving $3,697,010, leaving $2.9 million to be raised by the community. Along with about 100 individuals who gathered for this monumental occasion were several dignitaries, including Leeds Grenville MP Gord Brown, MPP Steve Clark, Brockville Mayor David Henderson, along with other area political figures. Senator Bob Runciman was unable to attend due to other commitments. He has supported this venture from

the very beginning. As the speeches flowed, chair of the CPHC and the Community Family Health Team Jim Garrah read a letter from the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care, Health Minister Deb Matthews. An excerpt reads: â&#x20AC;&#x153;This new, accessible facility will mean patients and clients can conveniently access a range of health care and social service providers and programs when and where they need them. This is a wonderful example of providing the right care, at the right time, in the right place â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a key goal of Ontarioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Action Plan for Health Care.â&#x20AC;? Garrah also added his own comments in recognizing the dream that Kitson had several years ago. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I should say â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;thank you very muchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to somebody who had a vision a number of years ago, Ruth Kitson,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A lot of people have a vision, a lot of times it does not come to fruition. This is a person who had a vision, worked like the energizer bunny and here we are starting the Centre of Excellence. So thank you Ruth.â&#x20AC;? As CPHC chair John Conley indicated that although

the planning was arduous, he believes that this project will continue to gain momentum. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a milestone in our CPHC history and it has been a long time to come to this stage,â&#x20AC;? said Conley. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I remember back to a number of years when we would take one step ahead, then go back a couple, but I think we are on solid footing now to start this new facility to serve the whole community of Leeds, Grenville and Lanark.â&#x20AC;? Conley continued to thank honoured guests who helped with some financing through the government levels. Phases There are three phases to this project with phase one and two starting right way with hopes of opening the Community and Primary Health and Wellness Centre of Excellence in the summer 2013. Phase one includes all the services currently at three sites in Brockville with access to primary health through doctors, nurses practitioners, registered nurses, social workers, dietitians, as well as clinics such as arthritic (physiotherapists), congestive heart failure

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and the wellness inclusive of the chronic disease self management services. Phase two takes in CPHC Community Support Services like Dinersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Clubs, Meals on Wheels, Adult Day, etc., plus Caregiver Support Centre, Lifeline (including Kingston), Outdoor Wellness Park, Heart Wise Seniors Exercise Program, Diabetes Centre and the conference/meeting rooms and other complimentary agencies/services. As for phase three, the Guest Centre and Senior Housing, this effort will depend on funding as to when the beginning and finish will be. Development Manager â&#x20AC;&#x153;For someone who has been involved with lots of health care efforts itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inspiring to see the emotion that is behind this group and where this is at,â&#x20AC;? said Graham Bird, President Graham Bird Associates. â&#x20AC;&#x153; Bird went on to point out that the public would soon see the contractor setting up camp

with trailer, hydro and generators to start digging. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Permits are being finalized with the city,â&#x20AC;? said Bird. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The funding is in place, designs completed, engineers are smiling, architects are smiling, so by Christmas our goal is to have the top on the building, windows in and the foundation poured so everyone will be warm to work on the interior.â&#x20AC;? During the winter months the interior will be constructed which will include the doctorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; offices, examination room, reception areas and other rooms. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We will be working with the facility teams to make sure the telephones and emails are ready to go somewhere in May,â&#x20AC;? added Bird. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By June we will start pulling people out of their places, one by one. By this time next summer it will be ready.â&#x20AC;? According to Bird, the facility will be environmentally friendly with a high efficiency energy system, recycled materials where appropriate and advanced roof products.

Fundraising The campaign volunteer fundraiser team will be hitting the floor running with Bruce Wylie at the helm and a team of influential individuals. The team is comprised of Sandra Lawn, Ben TeKamp, Judith Caldwell, Deanna Clark and Susan Marjerrison, (absent from event). â&#x20AC;&#x153;When you talk about raising $2.9 million, we obviously have to talk to some friends, we are certainly going to do that,â&#x20AC;? said Wylie, â&#x20AC;&#x153;but the first thing that was important to the fundraising committee is that we create the need. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ruth talked about the needs and that all sites are coming into one site which is so very important and the community needs to know what the Community and Primary Health Care is. We have a job to do which starts on Monday.â&#x20AC;? Wylie wants to ensure that the public knows what the Community and Primary Health Care is and does, before any team members start knocking on doors.

CHEO Dream of a Lifetime Lottery 09/17/12 - OTTAWA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A television in the shower, elegant barn board walls, a putting green in the back yardâ&#x20AC;Śall elements of the spectacular Minto Dream Home that is part of the grand prize in CHEOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dream of a Lifetime Lottery. Complete details were revealed earlier today at the launch event held in the magniďŹ cent 4,592 square foot Minto Dream Home located in Manotick. Only 63,000 tickets will be sold and because the lottery has sold out in previous years, organizers are encouraging everyone to purchase early to make sure you have a chance at winning. Single tickets are $100 each or three for $250. The $1.6 million grand prize package includes a fully furnished and decorated Minto Dream Home with all furnishings by La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries, $100,000 in cash, a 2013 Lincoln AKS AWD from Jim Keay Ford Lincoln, house cleaning for a year from The Maids Home Services, and $5,000 in groceries from Farm Boy. Second prize is worth $160,183 and includes $100,000 cash, a 2013 Ford Mustang V6 Convertible from Jim Keay Ford Lincoln, an Alaskan cruise for two from Destination Anywhere, and a $10,000 Gift CertiďŹ cate from Jubilee Fine Jewelers. To be eligible for the amazing Early Bird Package valued at over $87,000, tickets must be purchased by midnight, November 16th. The package includes $50,000 cash, a 2013 Ford Focus Titanium Hatchback from Jim Keay Ford Lincoln, an Ottawa Senators Flex 40 package in the 100 level and a trip for two to the Barcelo Beach Prestige Golf Collection and Spa in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic from Marlin Travel and

Transat Vacations. You could also win one of 2,500 early bird bonus tickets that give you another shot at all of the incredible prizes in the ďŹ nal draws. Details for the 2012 CHEO Dream of a Lifetime Lottery, including a complete rundown of all prizes can be found on line at www.dreamofalifetime.ca. Your ticket purchase not only gets you in all of the amazing prize draws, it also makes a difference in the lives of CHEOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kids. Order your tickets by calling (613) 722-KIDS (5437) or 1-877-5625437, online at www.dreamofalifetime.ca, or at participating banks: BMO, TD Canada Trust, CIBC, RBC, Scotiabank & Banque Nationale. Key dates are as follows: UĂ&#x160; Â?Â&#x153;Ă&#x192;Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;}Ă&#x160;`>Ă&#x152;iĂ&#x160;vÂ&#x153;Ă&#x20AC;Ă&#x160;>Â?Â?Ă&#x160;Ă&#x152;Â&#x2C6;VÂ&#x17D;iĂ&#x152;Ă&#x160;Ă&#x192;>Â?iĂ&#x192;Ă&#x160;Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x192;Ă&#x160;Â&#x201C;Â&#x2C6;`Â&#x2DC;Â&#x2C6;}Â&#x2026;Ă&#x152;Ă&#x160; Friday, December 14, 2012. UĂ&#x160; >Ă&#x20AC;Â?Ă&#x17E;Ă&#x160; Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x20AC;`Ă&#x160;`i>`Â?Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;iĂ&#x160;Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x192;Ă&#x160;Â&#x201C;Â&#x2C6;`Â&#x2DC;Â&#x2C6;}Â&#x2026;Ă&#x152;]Ă&#x160; Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x2C6;`>Ă&#x17E;]Ă&#x160; November 16, 2012. UĂ&#x160; Ă&#x201C;]xĂ¤Ă¤Ă&#x160; >Ă&#x20AC;Â?Ă&#x17E;Ă&#x160; Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x20AC;`Ă&#x160;Ă&#x152;Â&#x2C6;VÂ&#x17D;iĂ&#x152;Ă&#x160;Ă&#x153;Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;Â&#x2DC;iĂ&#x20AC;Ă&#x192;Ă&#x160;Ă&#x153;Â&#x2C6;Â?Â?Ă&#x160;LiĂ&#x160;`Ă&#x20AC;>Ă&#x153;Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x160; on Tuesday, December 18, 2012. UĂ&#x160; /Â&#x2026;iĂ&#x160; >Ă&#x20AC;Â?Ă&#x17E;Ă&#x160; Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x20AC;`Ă&#x160;ÂŤ>VÂ&#x17D;>}iĂ&#x160;Ă&#x153;Â&#x2C6;Â?Â?Ă&#x160;LiĂ&#x160;`Ă&#x20AC;>Ă&#x153;Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x160;Â&#x153;Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x160; Wednesday, December 19, 2012. UĂ&#x160; Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;>Â?Ă&#x160;`Ă&#x20AC;>Ă&#x153;Ă&#x192;\Ă&#x160;/Ă&#x2022;iĂ&#x192;`>Ă&#x17E;]Ă&#x160; >Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x2022;>Ă&#x20AC;Ă&#x17E;Ă&#x160;n]Ă&#x160;Ă&#x201C;Ă¤ÂŁĂ&#x17D;Ă&#x160;>Â&#x2DC;`Ă&#x160; Wednesday, January 9, 2013. Proceeds from this lottery will help provide new equipment, train staff, and create a child and youth friendly environment at CHEO. Money raised through the lottery also supports the CHEO Research Institute where research into making a difference in the lives of our children and youth and their families is the main focus. Research into molecular medicine, mental health, injury prevention, infectious diseases, virology and much more takes place daily. R0011631673-0920

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Tickets for CHEOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dream Home Lottery now on sale EMC News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; It is all about helping children and their families. The launch of the 2012 CHEOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dream of a Lifetime Lottery marked the 22nd time community of builders and Ottawa residents came together to support their favourite hospital the Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. On Monday morning, Sept. 17, the 4,563 square foot Minto Dream Home at 110 Gray Willow Place near Manotick welcomed the public and showcased why it is such a wonderful lottery prize. The grand prize is worth $1.6 million and includes a furnished and decorated Minto Dream Home with all furnishings by La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries, $100,000 in cash, along with a 2013 Lincoln AKS AWD from Jim Keay Ford Lincoln. Topping that off is house cleaning for a year from The Maids Home Services, and $5,000 in groceries from Farm Boy. Other prizes include $100,000 cash, a 2013 mustang convertible from Jim Keay Ford Lincoln, a $10,000 gift certificate from Jubilee Fine Jewelers, an Alaskan Cruise for 2 from Destination anywhere and that is only the second prize list. Third prizes feature a 2013 Ford F150 4x4 SuperCrew, a trip for 2 to Barcelo Maya Colonial Prestige, a $5,000 shopping spree and an Ottawa Senators Flex 40 Package in the 100-level. The early bird prize is $50,000 cash along with a 2013 Ford focus Titanium Hatchback, a trip for two to the Barcelo Beach Prestige Golf Collection and Spa in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic from Marlin Travel and Transat Vacations and an Ottawa Senators Flex 40 Package in the 100-Level. The prizes in the Dream House Lottery seem neverending. Each room of the dream home is overflowing with creative ideas, vibrant colours and modern furnishings. There is even a television in the spacious shower, barn board walls, and a putting green in the back yard and a clever and stylish entertainment centre in the basement. Launching this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dream House Lottery was CJOHâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s news co - anchor Graham Richardson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I appreciate the television in the shower,â&#x20AC;? he joked to a packed room at the dream house. Richardson said that there were so many touching stories at CHEO and that we are so lucky. He reminded the people at the launch that the as nice as the lottery prizes were, supporting CHEO was what the event was all about. Alex Munter, president and CEO of CHEO, said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The CHEO Foundation really is the embodiment of the support and passion that this community has for its childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hospital.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have been the CEO for almost a year now and one of the most impactful experienc-

es for me and it happens all the time is to be out in the community and be approached by people who talk to me about the impact that CHEO has had on them and their families,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I hear those stories from parents and their kids. I also hear those stories from adults about themselves 10-20 and 35 years ago. It is a reminder of what CHEO is all about. The premise and promise of CHEO is the future,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Over the last 30-40 years our survival rate for cancer has gone to over 80 per cent,â&#x20AC;? explained Munter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When Terry Fox started his marathon, most kids struck by cancer would sadly die. Today over 80 per cent will survive. We are working towards 100 per cent. That high survival rate of 80 per cent is because of research that has happened at CHEO and other hospitals like CHEO,â&#x20AC;? he said. He explained that without the support of communities and donors much of the exciting steps against cancer may not have taken place. Also at the lottery launching was the Trinh-Derry family representing all those families and children who have benefited from their experiences at CHEO. Emma Trinh when born was found to have low levels of hemoglobin. The hemoglobin carries oxygen. Emmaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s levels were going down and not improving. Twelve days after being born, CHEO staff was giving Emma blood transfusions. Emma condition is extremely rare. Her father Sang said that if the doctors had not discovered the problem as quickly as they did they would have lost her. Having a child with a condition such has Emmaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is a nightmare. The prognosis for Emma is good these days but

doctors are careful not to take her condition lightly. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The whole family got a ton of support,â&#x20AC;? remembers Sang. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We found the doctors and nurses took the time to explain everything,â&#x20AC;? he said. Only 63,000 tickets will be sold and because the lottery has sold out in previous years, organizers are encouraging everyone to purchase early to make sure they have a chance at winning. Single tickets are $100 each or three for $250. Dates to remember â&#x20AC;˘ Closing date for all ticket sales is midnight Friday, December 14, 2012. â&#x20AC;˘ Early Bird deadline is midnight, Friday, November 16, 2012. â&#x20AC;˘ 2,500 Early Bird ticket winners will be drawn on Tuesday, December 18, 2012. â&#x20AC;˘ The Early Bird package will be drawn on Wednesday, December 19, 2012. â&#x20AC;˘ Final draws: Tuesday, January 8, 2013 and Wednesday, January 9, 2013. To be eligible for the amazing Early Bird Package valued at over $87,000, tickets must be purchased by midnight, November 16. You could also win one of 2,500 early bird bonus tickets that give you another shot at all of the incredible prizes in the final draws. Details for the 2012 CHEO Dream of a Lifetime Lottery, including a complete rundown of all prizes can be found on line at www.dreamofalifetime.ca. Your ticket purchase not only gets you in all of the amazing prize draws, it also makes a difference in the lives of CHEOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kids. Order your tickets by calling (613) 722-KIDS (5437) or 1-877-562-5437, online at www. dreamofalifetime.ca, or at participating banks: BMO, TD Canada Trust, CIBC, RBC, Scotiabank & Banque Nationale.

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My Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Got Talent kicks off Oct. 1 15 semi-finalists for the show. At the finale, the judges, with help of fans in the county through an on-line poll, will select the five finalists, and the event will once again feature the audience selecting the overall winner from those five finalists. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It will be hard to top last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event,â&#x20AC;? said Christy Bindhardt, executive director. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had drummers, a spoken word slam poet, and a contortionist, in addition to an outstanding group of sing-

Dancing with the Stars returns EMC News - On Oct. 12 Ottawa will host the second annual Dancing with the Stars for Easter Seals Kids presented by Tamarack Homes. Taking place at the Delta Ottawa City Centre, attendees will enjoy an evening of excitement and entertainment in support of Ontarioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children and youth with physical disabilities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dancing with the Stars for Easter Seals Kids is a fun and fabulous evening for a great cause,â&#x20AC;? said Rebecca Leikin, development officer, Easter Seals Ontario. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a fantastic lineup of local celebrity dancers who are working hard to put together routines with their professional partners. It will be an event you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to miss.â&#x20AC;? Celebrity dancers will include Lynsey Bennett, Leanne Cusack, Councillor Mathieu Fleury, Lawrence Greenspon, Don Martin, Trisha Owens and co-hosts Kurt Stoodley and Mary Taggart. Celebrities will be paired with a professional dancer from the Fred Astaire Dance studio to create two electrifying routines. The winner will walk away with bragging rights, however all participants receive the satisfaction of helping out kids who really need it. Last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event champion,

Elizabeth Manley, will return as one of the celebrity judges who will assist in determining the winning Stars of the event, however, the audience is also encouraged to have their say by purchasing â&#x20AC;&#x153;voting cardsâ&#x20AC;?. The evening will begin with a cocktail hour, hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres and wine tasting provided by Jackson-Triggs, followed by a delicious dinner, live entertainment, dance competition and a final dance for all guests. Tickets are $100 per person and $800 for a corporate table of eight. Corporate tables include additional benefits and recognition. To reserve your tickets, please call 613.226.3051, e-mail rleikin@easterseals.org or visit our web site at www.easterseals.org. Easter Seals Ontario is now in its 90th year of helping children and youth with physical disabilities. Since 1922, Easter Seals Ontario has provided families of children with physical disabilities with financial assistance for expensive mobility equipment and communication devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, braces, as well as fully accessible Easter Seals camps, and funding for alternative recreational programs. For more information or to donate, visit www. easterseals.org

Grief recovery program begins this week EMC Lifestyle - A Grief Recovery Program, for those moving beyond death, divorce and other losses is taking place Sept. 17 to Nov. 5. Seven weekly sessions are scheduled for Monday evenings at 7 p.m. The cost is $35 and sessions take place upstairs at Tay River Reflections. The group is limited to

10 people. The course uses the Grief Recovery Handbook and for more information please visit www.griefrecoverymethod. com/. For further information contact the certified facilitator Shelly Graham at 613-2676620 or sgraham@superaje. com.

ers. This year, we are going all out, looking for all types of talent. Our new logo says it all â&#x20AC;&#x201C; if you can dance, do poetry, drum, do comedy, or are the best entertainer in whatever you do, then we want you out at the auditions!â&#x20AC;? This year, auditions will once again take place throughout the county, with the judges holding sessions at local high schools. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All of the details for auditioning are on this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new website,â&#x20AC;? said Bindhardt. Vis-

it www.mtgt.org, where you can see photos of last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s show, won by Almonteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Impact Drumming Group. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A big change this year will be the location of the finale,â&#x20AC;? says Fraser Scantlebury of the United Way, who is the showâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s producer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It will be at the Mason Theatre, Perth and District Collegiate Institute on Friday, Oct. 26. For the past two years when we were in Almonte; we had fantastic support from the community â&#x20AC;&#x201C; great audiences

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Future of Ontario’s horse-racing industry on rocky ground By LORRAINE PAYETTE

EMC News - The Steacy Stables in Lansdowne provided a fitting backdrop last week as Leeds-Grenville MPP Steve Clark and Ontario PC Economic Development and Innovation Critic MPP Monte McNaughton addressed the McGuinty government’s decision to end the successful slots-at-racetracks agreement. Mark Steacy, owner of the establishment, is not pleased with the decision, and was more than ready to share his thoughts with the public. “The slots wouldn’t have been put in in the first place if it wasn’t for the agreement we came to in about 1998 (concerning slots at the racetracks),” said Steacy. “We made some mistakes in the racing world. In the contract back then we should have said that track owners should do more, they should put more back in, they should have renovated their facilities more and created much more advertising than we did.” When asked about money going to American drivers and leaving Canada, he said it isn’t necessarily true. Although

prize money does go to Americans who win, it has to be remembered that Canadians can also go south to race and bring back American purses. Foreign drivers and owners are not really much different from tourists – they use hotels and restaurants, shop in local stores, attend theatre and other local events. He strongly believes that they bring much more money into the area than they take away, and that they spread the wealth along to everyone in the community through use of services. “They come up and buy our horses,” he said. “In order to win things like the Ontario Sires Stakes, they have to have horses bred in Ontario. And they’re going there, they’re following the rules, and we all benefit. We go south, they come north, a lot of money goes both ways.” The biggest fear is the loss of jobs which can come from the removal of the slots. More than 1,100 jobs are threatened at Ontario stables, and upwards on 60,000 jobs province-wide in all aspects of the racing industry.

Beginning of the end “Today we heard from Mark Steacy that the decision by the McGuinty government to end the successful slots-at-racetracks agreement has marked the beginning of the end for Ontario ’s horse-racing industry and with it over 60,000 jobs directly and indirectly,” said MPP Monte McNaughton, Ontario PC Economic Development and Innovation Critic. “Previously, under the slots-at-racetracks program, Ontario’s horse racing industry thrived and has moved to the front of the pack. This success has resulted in over $1.1 billion in slots revenues being returned to the province last year alone. The Liberals are killing a vibrant industry and are putting 60,000 men and women across Ontario out of work.” “This unilateral decision by the McGuinty government is devastating to the Steacys and the hundreds of jobs their operation supports directly and indirectly,” said Clark. “Had McGuinty bothered to talk to rural Ontario about this issue, he’d know how many jobs are at stake. Instead, this

is another example of this arrogant and out-of-touch government simply turning its back on rural Ontarians.” Documents released recently by the Ontario PCs revealed that the government had made up its mind to put the horse-racing industry on the chopping block before it had even received an economic analysis. The MPPs also referred several times to a report handed to the Liberals by the Horse Racing Industry Transitional Panel concerning the issue, but which has been kept hidden and secret without the other parties being allowed to see it or know what’s in it. They want to know what is in the report, is it really so damning that an entire industry needs to be threatened? “The transitional panel’s interim report regarding the future of horse racing in Ontario was presented to the Minister of Agriculture last Friday,” said McNaughton. “To date, we have heard nothing about the report or its contents. Thousands of jobs are at risk. The report must be made available to the public immediately.

As they hear from their constituents who will lose their livelihoods, the MPPs stressed that even the Liberal government’s own members are starting to break ranks on ending the slots-at-racetracks agreement as they hear from their many constituents who will lose their livelihoods should this occur. Jeff Leal, the Liberal MPP for Peterborough, has proposed that the province “keep slot facilities at eight to 10 horseracing tracks … or allow gambling facilities to relocate but still give the tracks a share of the slot machine revenue as a way of maintaining the horse racing industry.” “There is growing dissension in the Liberal caucus on this issue,” said McNaughton. “Seven Liberal MPPs have publicly opposed the McGuinty government’s decision to end the slots-at-racetracks agreement. Leal’s recommendations are a public acknowledgement of how damaging this decision will be to the horseracing industry and Ontario’s economy.” “Monte has been our caucus lead on this issue and has

toured racetracks and stables across Ontario to hear directly from the 60,000 people the horse racing industry employs directly and indirectly,” said Clark. “I’d estimate more than 1,000 of those people work here in Leeds-Grenville because of operations like those run by the Steacy family here in Lansdowne. “I held a pre-budget consultation in Gananoque just a day or two after the government first indicated it was ending the slots-at-racetracks agreement. And Mark was there, probably one of the first horsemen in the province to start sounding the alarm bells about how devastating this decision would be to rural Ontario. He followed up his presentation that day with a letter that detailed how this one operation and its 12 employees generate upwards of $1 million in economic activity every year. “In a province where 600,000 people are looking for work, it’s unconscionable that the McGuinty government would unilaterally drive a stake into such a successful part of the rural economy.”

MPP praises motion calling for review cancellation of racetrack slots bring in the Auditor to finally get the answers the government has refused to provide.” During the debate Thursday, Clark pointed out a refer-

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EMC News - Leeds-Grenville MPP Steve Clark welcomed the passage of a motion in the Ontario Legislature on Thursday, Aug. 30 asking the Auditor General to review the gaming and casino plans of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp. (OLG). According to a press release, the review will include the government’s decision to scrap the Slots at Racetracks program and the 60,000 jobs the industry supports across the province, including 1,000 or more in Leeds-Grenville. The private member’s motion, introduced by NepeanCarleton MPP Lisa MacLeod, also asked the Legislature to reconfirm that a referendum must take place before any new casino is built in a municipality. “I’m pleased MPPs from all parties supported this resolution,” said Clark, who spoke during the debate about the potentially negative impact of OLG’s plans on the economy in Leeds-Grenville. “We have 1,000 jobs or more at stake in the horse-racing industry and 400 full-time jobs at Casino 1000 Islands,” Clark noted in the release. “This review by the Auditor will ensure the government’s plan gives the people of Ontario value for money and that all the facts are known before OLG and the government head down this path.” “The McGuinty government announced its plans to cancel the Slots at Racetracks agreement without consulting an industry that generates $2 billion of economic activity and supports some 60,000 jobs in Ontario – most of it in rural parts of this province,” explained Clark. “Now, we’ll

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Blues on the Rideau returns to Westport EMC Entertainment - The popular Acoustic Blues Sunday Summer Series just ended at The Cove Inn in Westport with a fabulous performance by Juno Award nominee Treasa Levasseur. Now it’s time to look forward to another great season of Blues on the Rideau at The Cove. Celebrating its eighth year BOTR has become one of the premiere Blues Series in the country. The combination of a delicious buffet dinner and dancing to some of Canada’s best blues bands in the friendly, intimate setting of The Cove has proven to be a real winner. Proceeds from every show go to support different local charities. A total of $38,000 has been raised since the series started and another $7,000 is expected this year. It’s another great line-up for 2012/13 – a combination of the most popular acts who’ve played the series previously and some exciting new talent. The 2012/13 season starts Oct. 26 and will continue once a month until May (excluding December). There will be a total of 11 shows this year – 2 two-night stands (Friday & Saturday) and three singles (Friday only). Most occur on the third weekend of the month. Times are the same for all shows – 7 to 11 p.m. Despite increased costs the ticket price will remain the same as last year - $60 which includes a full course buffet dinner, dancing and a donation to the charity. October 26 – Terry Gillespie Band From Vankleek Hill, Ont., a very talented singer/songwriter/guitarist Terry learned the Blues growing up in Detroit watching greats like Howlin’ Wolf, Buddy Guy and John Lee Hooker per-

form. He moved to Ottawa in 1968 and helped establish the blues scene there with his great band “Heaven’s Radio”. His hot trio now consists of him on guitar and vocals with Wayne Stoute on drums and Lyndell Montgomery on bass - they were semi-finalists at the 2012 Memphis International Blues Challenge. Keyboardist Peter Measroch will join them for this show. Proceeds will go to the Lucy Drysdale Memorial Scholarship Fund. November 16 & 17 - Fathead From Toronto, Fathead has been one of Canada’s best loved blues bands for over 20 years led by harmonica/sax player/singer Al Lerman and the great John Mays on lead vocals with Teddy Leonard on guitar, Omar Tunnoch on bass, and Bucky Berger on drums. This band has won two Juno Awards & multiple Maple Blues Awards over its career and every player has won, or been nominated for, a Maple Blues Award in their instrument category at least once. Great blues R&B, funk and soul. Proceeds from these shows will go to the Friends of Foley Mountain and the Westport Food Bank. January 18 – Conor Gains Band From Cambridge, Ont., an incredible young guitarist/ singer/songwriter (only 19 years old!) with a very tight band who has already played prestigious events like the Montreal International Festival de Jazz and the International Blues Challenge in Memphis to standing ovations. He has a great new album out full of original songs. A rising young star on the Canadian Blues scene. It’s his first visit

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TOPS looks at functional fitness EMC Lifestyle - Many people deal with back or joint pain, balance problems, and other issues that can make day-to-day activities seem difficult and even agonizing. Tailoring your workout to include functional fitness exercises can increase your body’s ability to handle daily tasks and complete them with ease. Rather than lifting weights with a machine, complete your workout using real-life positions to prepare for real-life situations. TOPS Club, Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), the non-profit weight-loss support organization, explains functional fitness and its benefits. “Functional fitness exercises are designed to train and develop your muscles to make it easier and safer to perform everyday tasks, such as carrying groceries or throwing a Frisbee with the kids,” explains Amy Goldwater, M.S., fitness educator, former body building champion, and physical fitness expert for TOPS. Functional fitness exercises can be done at home or at the gym. In fact, some gyms offer functional fitness courses or incorporate concepts into boot camps and other classes. “Exercise equipment such as fitness balls, kettle bells, and

weights are often used in functional fitness workouts,” says Goldwater. “These exercises tend to be multi-joint, multi-muscle exercises.” In the beginning, individuals should consider only using their own body weight for resistance, slowly adding weight and increasing the intensity level as their fitness ability improves. An example of a functional fitness exercise is the squat-to-bicep curl. Start with your feet shoulderwidth apart, spine straight, and core stable. Holding dumbbells at your sides, slowly bend through the hips, knees, and ankles until your knees reach a 90-degree angle. As you slowly return to the starting position, turn your palms toward the ceiling, flex your arms, and curl the dumbbells toward your shoulders. “The squat-to-bicep curl is a form of functional fitness, because it trains the muscles that are used to pick up an object – a laundry basket, bag, or young child – from the floor or a table,” explains Goldwater. “It is an exercise that combines upper- and lowerbody movements.” What are the benefits? • Reduces the risk of injury – Functional fitness prevents injuries that can be

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There are also six sides in the St. Lawrence Division. Among them is defending division and league champion Casselman Vikings along with Akwesasne Wolves, Morrisburg Lions, Winchester Hawks, Char-Lan Rebels from Williamstown and Alexandria Glens. The Valley and Metro Division make up one conference while the Rideau and St. Lawrence is also combined. Teams in the respective conferences play most of their regular season contests within their own division. But they also crossover for some interlocking games. In the playoffs the Valley and Metro winners meet in one league semi-final while the Rideau and St. Lawrence champions face-off in the other. The survivors meet for the right to hoist the D. Arnold Carson Memorial Trophy emblematic of EOJHL supremacy. Last season Casselman skated past Gatineau in the overall league final. Perth wins big Valley Division action began Friday night with all six Valley entries doing battle against each other. In Perth Friday the host Blue Wings lathered visiting Almonte 11-2 with Shawn McGillivary leading the offence with two goals and two assists. Veterans Brett Madigan and Riley Kane had a goal and three helpers each while Blair Barr and Mike Smyth chipped in with two markers apiece. Kyle Killeen had a goal and an assist for Thunder in the penalty-marred season opener! In other inaugural action Friday host Renfrew downed county rival Arnprior 7-4 while Stittsville doubled Shawville 4-2 in a contest played in Aylmer, Quebec. Sunday afternoon Perth was beaten 7-3 at home by Ottawa West in their first interlocking game of the campaign. Golden Knights jumped out to a 5-0 lead before Blue Wings responded in period two. It was 7-1 when the hosts rallied with two late markers in the third period to make it a little more respectable. Veteran Ryan Sterling led Ottawa West with two goals. McGillivary, Smyth and Tyler Coyles were the Perth goalgetters. In other games Sunday it was visiting Arnprior edging Stittsville 4-3. Renfrew was blanked 2-0 by Gatineau in Buckingham while Shawville fell 6-1 to Clarence Creek, also on the road. Almonte visits Arnprior Friday while Perth will travel to Shawville. Sunday afternoon Blue Wings host Packers at 1:45 while at 2:30 Almonte will be in Stittsville.

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Four hundred year-old comedy to hit Carleton Place stage sion of one of his plays is reimagined for yet another cinematic treatment. Part of his secret, of course, is that not only do audiences like seeing the plays, but actors love performing in them. The tradition of acting Shakespeare continues this year in Carleton Place, as well, as the Mississippi Mudds Youth Theatre brings the wellloved Much Ado About Nothing to the Town Hall Stage. Among the young actors cutting their teeth on the Bard are newcomer Molly Cooney,

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There will be three performances. Friday, Oct. 19 at 7 pm and Saturday, Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets, $10, are on sale now at the Carleton Place Chamber of Commerce, 132 Coleman Street. 613-257-1976.

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Special cats at LAWS need special homes EMC Lifestyle – The following is regular column from the Lanark Animal Welfare Society.

Reggie is an orange and white tabby “Tom Cat” of approximately 4 years of age. He craves attention and he loves his buddies at the shelter but what he would love most is a home where he can perch himself and look outside his own very private window.

life at the shelter… He has not enjoyed much freedom in his life yet. Lately, Mitch and Casa Nova have found each other and have found comfort in each other. It’s heartwarming and amusing to watch the two of them groom each other and play together and yes, they are a lot of fun to play with!

ball came from a loving home but circumstances changed and the owner had to surrender him. He is just longing for that one person to take him to a forever home again. Furball is friendly, clean and loves other cats as he has lived with other feline friends before.

Kramer is a black and white Tuxedo Domestic Short Hair male with striking eyes and long white whiskers. Come and visit Kramer in the cat condo, sit on a chair and see who will be the first to jump in your lap… Like most of our cats, he just wants a place to call home! Can you see this handsome boy in your home? Furball is a 10 year old long haired brown Tabby who needs regular grooming. Fur-

Frenchie is a very shy but very lovable white with tan Domestic Shorthair male cat with beautiful blue eyes. Unfortunately, we don’t know what has happened to Frenchie in his previous life… He’s terribly fearful but definitely not aggressive when you pick him up. He seeks the confine of his cage for security and is showing evident signs of depression. We feel that he needs a loving home where someone

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calm, gentle and patient will take the time to help him build up his confidence. We believe that he can learn to trust people again. He wants to be loved and cuddled, but in a very gentle soothing manner. Although Frenchie is showing some progress with people, we know that he desperately needs a foster home or better, a forever home that would allow him to show his true colours. Please come and visit this spe-

cial, beautiful boy. He needs your help and compassion… Foster home needed Tigger is a wonderful 12 year old grey and white Domestic Shorthair Tabby who is currently looking for a foster home. Tigger has been through a lot in the past months... He lost his home due to unforeseen circumstances and then he was diagnosed with diabetes. However, despite the odds, Tigger continues to be optimistic about life... He waits for the day when he

• Bleach – reserves are low • Bar fridge • Mops • CD/Radio player • Mop buckets with wringers • Freeze dried liver treats (used for dog training) • 6 Foot Leashes • Strong /Large Deck Brushes • Gently used, Industrial, Gas Powered Pressure Washer (for cleaning of outdoor kennels) • Picnic tables in good condition (new or used) The animals and the shelter staff thank you so much for your continued support and generosity! Fundraising walk Walk your Paws for LAWS is set to take place Sept. 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Carleton Place arena. Registration is at 9 a.m. with the walk beginning at 10 a.m. Please watch the column for more details closer to the date. Thank you Thank you to Diane Thomas and RBC Royal Bank for their generous monetary donation. Carleton Place Pet Valu who collected $83 in pennies as well as $13.75 in Canadian Tire Money during their Penny and Canadian Tire Money Drive. Thank you so much! See LAWS page 38

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can be matched with that special person who is willing to overlook the fact that he requires Insulin twice daily and a special diet. LAWS would provide the foster parent(s) with Tigger’s special kibble as well as the required insulin. Are you the kind soul that will open your heart and home to our boy Tigger? Give a pet a vacation Would you love the company of a four-legged friend but are unable to commit? Fostering a friendly dog or cat could be a wonderful opportunity for you. Lanark Animal Welfare Society has reached capacity and needs your help. We are looking for safe, loving environments for friendly cats and dogs until they can be adopted into forever homes. Fostering can last anywhere from a few days to several months and all animal care costs are covered. This program offers animals a healthy alternative to shelter life and increases their opportunities for adoption. An animal in need is waiting for you! Wishlist • Canned Cat Food: (“Friskies Pate” is the cats’ favourite!) Reserves are low! • Canned Dog Food: (Pedigree is the dogs’ favourite) Reserves are low! • Paper Towels • HE Cold Water Laundry Detergent • Dishwashing Soap

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Stockwood performs in Perth EMC Events - While Kim Stockwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world spills out well beyond the shores of Newfoundland and Labrador, she is anchored heart and soul to this place. She seeks out what is special here and searches for a voice that will reflect her longing and love for the province. One way she has found to capture that voice is to go Back To The Water. When she left her beloved native spot 18 years ago she could not have known the paths she would travel or the heights she would scale. Stockwood is an accomplished artist on many fronts, from singer to songwriter to television host and radio personality. These things she does with humor, grace, and class. Her hit songs, her awards and accolades, her solo work and her work with Shaye, have seen her mature as an artist. Her wealth of experience and her longing for home have laid the foundation for Back To The Water. This album is filled with the sound and fury of a place that surges upward with a fist of rock and grabs life from the skyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s air. The album is enriched and enlivened by Newfoundland musical luminaries and session players who would shame the Nashville Scene. It is a great source of pride for Stockwood to have her wonderful dad play with her.

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Was bread’s namesake Anna really lazy? EMC Lifestyle - If you’ve ever come across a recipe for Anadama bread, you’re probably familiar with the story of how it got its name. One of the early pioneers in New England supposedly had a lazy wife named Anna. She never had supper ready for him, but every night she would serve him cornmeal mush or pudding. Finally getting tired of this, the fellow stirred some flour and molasses into the mush and put it on the fire to bake. All the time, he kept muttering, “Anna, damn her!”

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Last direct link to famous First World War pilot is gone EMC Lifestyle - It was with great sadness that I learned last week of the death of Margaret Harmon, the last surviving child of Captain Arthur ‘Roy’ Brown, the Carleton Place pilot credited with shooting down arguably the most famous wartime airman of all time, Baron Manfred von Richthofen. I got to know Margaret late in her life. She made several visits to her father’s hometown to attend activities related to her Dad and one of the most incredible incidents of the First World War involving a Canadian. Brown’s fateful clash with Richthofen in 1918 is the stuff of legend. It was the young Canadian pilot who lived to tell the tale, although his part in the death of the most prolific ace of the First World War haunted him for the rest of his short life. His oldest child Margaret was a delightful person. A vivacious lady with an incredible sense of recall and a great appreciation for history, especially her father’s part in it. She adored her dad and was pleased to see that steps are finally being taken in Carleton Place to immortalize his part in the very interesting story of flight. A museum, a statue and perhaps even a permanent model of Brown’s Sopwith Camel aircraft are all in the works. I am privileged to be a founding member of the Roy Brown Society, the group who are working to give him and others the recognition they deserve. Outside of an historic plaque in a Carleton Place park and a few photos in places such as the local museum, there are no permanent tributes to Brown in his hometown. The current process should have taken place years ago. No one is at fault. The failure to celebrate Brown’s life and achievements is typically Canadian to be honest. Controversy Some will say that is because of “the controversy” which continues to dog (no, I don’t mean Snoopy) Brown’s aerial victory over Richthofen, the man an American pulp fiction writer later dubbed “The Red Baron.” As a result of that nickname, as much as anything else, it is the Baron and not Brown who remains world famous. The Australians say one of their machine gunners on the ground fired the machine gun bullet that ended the life of the WW I flyer with the most victories. Richthofen was credited with 80 “kills” during his brief, but illustrious, career as a fighter pilot. Margaret Harmon was an American. Well, she held dual citizenship but spent most of her life living in the U.S. She died in Sun City, Arizona on Sept. 2, less than a year after suffering a serious stroke. Her death breaks the last direct family connection to Roy Brown and one of the most famous occurrences in the history of aerial combat. In October 2009, during her last visit to Carleton Place, I had the pleasure of conducting a comprehensive interview with Margaret. She came here to discuss details about how artifacts of her father’s, which she kindly donated to the Roy Brown Society, will be used when the displays in his memory are established. That will happen within a few months.

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“It was his actions which led to the Baron’s death,” his daughter said defiantly. She fairly bristled at the mere mention of Australian ground gunners. Margaret never doubted the influence of her father in terms of the events which occurred on Sunday, April 21, 1918 in the skies above war-torn France. “If Dad hadn’t flown to the aid of Wop May (his squadron mate) none of it would have happened,” she stated. Wilfred ‘Wop’ May was being pursued by the bright red tri-plane with Richthofen at the controls. His squadron leader Brown dove to his assistance. The rest is history! In Carleton Place there is no question Capt. Brown was the victor that day. He was officially credited with bringing down the Baron. That’s more than good enough for those of us who live here. Case closed! Oddly it also became part of one of the most famous comic strips in history, Snoopy by the late Charles Schulz. A Florida band, the Royal Guardsmen, followed Schulz’s lead, recording two extremely fictional songs about Snoopy and the Red Baron. The real life occurrence is part of the incredible story of early manned flight. After all the Wright Brothers winged their way into history less than 15 years before Brown’s encounter with Richthofen! Margaret Harmon marveled more at her father’s part in the history of flight than she did about his brief duel with Richthofen. Her Dad spent the rest of his life trying to avoid the subject of the Baron. Roy Brown was saddened to have played the prominent role in Richthofen’s death. He certainly never bragged about it! In the First World War, the first pilots acted as observers for ground troops. One day someone took a pistol aloft and suddenly the scene shifted to aerial combat. It quickly evolved to the point where flyers were chasing and shooting at each other with machine guns. Short life-span Obviously flying itself was a very dangerous undertaking considering the quality (or lack of same) of early aircraft. Add the dangers inherent for wartime pilots and their life span was very limited. “A pilot’s average time in the air (before being shot down) was two weeks,” Margaret told me. Roy Brown was nearly killed in a crash in England in July 1918. As a result his general health was so badly affected he never flew following the war. “Dad didn’t talk a lot about his war-time experiences,” she says. Not even his fateful meeting with Richthofen in April 1918. “But there is one story he told me that I will never forget,” she stated. “He fell out of an airplane. Well – not completely of course.” Harmon told me her Dad lost control of his aircraft during an

aerial duel with an enemy pilot. The aircraft turned turtle, rolling over but continuing to fly straight ahead. “He was held in by his straps and finally managed to fight his way back into the (pilot’s) seat.” Brown regained control of the Sopwith Camel and resumed his battle with the Ger-

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Almonte & District Horticultural Society is hosting a joint meeting with the Pakenham and Kanata-March societies, Monday, September 24 at Cornerstone Community Church at 7:30 p.m. Almonte General Hospital Dessert and Bridge, Almonte Civitan Hall, Wednesday, September 26, Dessert served 12:30-1, bridge begins 1. Info: Barb (613)2562463. Legion Branch 240, Saturday, September 29, Arlene Quinn, 3-7 p.m. Mills Home Support, Golden Oldies Lunch. Thursday, September 27, at the Mills office, 67 Industrial Dr. Entertainment Larry Lunney. Transportation provided. Call Home Support to reserve 613256-4700. Mills Home Support, Parkinsons Support Group meeting, returns Monday, September 24, 7-9 p.m. at the Mills Office, 67 Industrial Dr. Meetings take place the last Monday of the month. Call 613-256-4700 to register. Mills Seniors Services Home Support, Hike of the Bell Bush Lot. Wednesday, Septemer 25. Hike and picnic lunch, Call Home Support to reserve 613-256-4700.

Mills Seniors Services Home Support, Parkinsons Support Group Monday, September 24, 7-9 p.m. at the Mills Office, 67 Industrial Dr. Meetings take place the last Monday of the month. Call 613-256-4700 to register. New exhibit at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum, September 29 until October 27. “Sjana” is Hindi for to adorn or decorate, work by artist Neera Saibel. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup. Holy Name of Mary , 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 6-7 p.m. Sept. 18, 25. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup. Holy Name of Mary, 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-3 p.m. Sept. 19, 26. Ontario Early Years Centre- playgroup. Sept. 17, 24. Holy Name of Mary School. 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-3 p.m. Ontario Early Years Centre- playgroup. Sept. 20, 27. Holy Name of Mary School. 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-3 p.m. Ontario Early Years Centre- Workshops. Pre-registration necessary. “Mother Goose on the Loose”. Sept. 20, 27, 10-10:45 a.m. 613-283-0095 (Ext.300).

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munity Church. Monday September 24, 7:30 PM. 613-624-5104 for info. Music from the Ottawa Valley and Beyond Sunday September 30th at 7:30 p.m. St. James Church. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup. Arena, 10-11:30 a.m. Sept. 20, 27. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup. Arena, 10-11:30 a.m. Sept. 18, 25. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup. Carambeck School, 1011:30 a.m. Sept. 17, 24. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup. Carambeck School, 1011:30 a.m. Sept. 19, 26. Ontario Early Years CentreWorkshops. Pre-registration necessary. “Positive Parenting”. Sept. 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Childcare Services. 613-283-0095 (Ext.300). Ontario Early Years CentreWorkshops. Pre-registration necessary. “Infant Massage”. Sept. 26, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Childcare Services. 613-283-0095 (Ext.300). Seniors 50 & over, join the Sunset Club for fun and games, trips, etc. Meeting at Legion, 1 p.m. every Wednesday. Info: 2578102. St James Annual Turkey Supper- Sun . Sept. 23rd, St. James Hall Edmund St. Take outs 4:006;00 pm. Sit down dinner at 6:00 pm. Advance tickets only. Tickets at Church office and Graham shoes. Walk for Wellness, Saturday, September 29, 10-noon, Carleton Place Community Labyrinth, behind the Carleton Place & Beckwith Heritage Museum, corner of George & Baines St. Info: Debby (613)257-1014. West Carleton Monthly Coupon exchange/swap group. Sept. 26, 7 p.m. Buster’s. RSVP: jasperandchar@yahoo.ca

Baby Rhyme Time, Ontario Early Years, for parents and their babies birth to 12 months. 33 Clothier St. Thursdays, Sept 27Nov 15, 1-2:30 p.m. To register call 1-866-433-8933 ext 2374. Baby Talk- Wednesday, September 26, 1:30-3 p.m. Ontario Early Years Centre. Book donations accepted at Ferguson Forestry Centre, Saturday, September 22, from 10-2. Sponsor: Friends of the North Grenville Library and Community Living North Grenville. Delicious Ham Dinner & Scallop Potatoes, Odd Fellow & Rebekah Lodges, at the Odd Fellow Hall, 119 Clothier St E. September 30. Info: 613-258-2258. Kemptville and Area Walking Group- Mon., Sept. 24, Wed., Sept. 26, Fri., Sept. 28, 9 a.m. Meet at North Grenville Municipal Centre. (613)258-4487. Sponsor: Health Unit. Kemptville and Area Walking Group- Mon., Sept. 17, Wed., Sept. 19, Fri., Sept. 21, 9 a.m. Meet at North Grenville Municipal Centre. (613)258-4487. Sponsor: Health Unit. Kemptville Play and Learn, Ontario Early Years, for dads, moms, grandparents, caregivers and their children birth to 6 years. 33 Clothier St. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. and Tuesdays 1:30-3 p.m. Info: 1-866-433-8933 ext 2374. Kemptville Youth Musical

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Theatre Company holding private auditions for The Wizard Of Oz, September 27 & 28 6-10 PM. and September 29 9 AM - 6 PM. 613829-2168 mconroy06@gmail.com North Grenville Photography Club meets the 1st Wednesday of every month from 7-9 pm. New location North Grenville Municipal Centre, board room 1, 2nd floor. Oct 3 topic: Wildlife photography with Tracy Kerr. Info: ngpjoto. club.ca

Civitan Old Tyme Country Talent Night Dinner & Dance. Last Friday of every month, dinner 6 p.m., music 7:30-11:30 p.m. Contact Vic (613)259-5610. Fun and Fitness Wednesdays 9:30-10:30 am. St Andrew’s United Church. Info: Kara (613)2592182. Lanark Civitan Club talent night. Last Friday each month. Dinner 6 p.m., dance 7:30 p.m. Old Time Country Music. 613259-5610. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup. Maple Grove School, 9:30-11 a.m. Sept. 18, 25. Ontario Early Years Centreplaygroup. Sept. 19, 26. Maple Grove School 9:30-11:30 a.m. St Andrew’s United Church, 115 Clarence St., presents “The Valley Men” male choir from Ottawa, Sunday, September 23, 7:30 p.m.

Dinner and Dance, entertainment by Elise & Company, beef dinner 6 pm first come basis for tickets, September 28. Legion. Dinner and Dance, entertainment by Harry Adrain, ham dinner 6 pm first come basis for tickets, September 21. Legion. Healthy You, A non-diet approach to weight management, a program offered at the Merrickville District Community Health Centre Info/to register call 613269-3400 ext 233. Juice Jam- music program for kids. Sat. Sept. 22, 1 p.m. Library. 613-269-3326 to register. Merrickville & District Historical Society presentation, September 25, William Knight, The Introduction to Environmental History. St Marguerite Bourgeoys School, 7:30 p.m. Light refreshments. Seniors Diners Club, Tues Sept. 21 (3rd Tuesday each month), 12 noon. Merrickville Community Health Centre. Sponsored by: Community Home Support Lanark County & MCHC. Nancy Andison 613-283-6745 for further information and to RSVP. Story Time for ages 6 & under. Fridays 10 a.m. Theme: Sept. 21, Fire Trucks! Merrickville Library. Info: 613-269-3326.

Balderson United Church, Anniversary Service Sept 23 9:30 a.m.; All-You-Can-Eat Turkey Dinner, September 26, 4:30, doors open at 4. Brain Injury- Moving on Group, meet at 1 Sherbrooke St., the second and last Wednesday of

each month, 10 a.m.-noon. Info: Kathy (613)283-7795. Bridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7:00 p.m. every Thursday evening at McMartin House, 125 Gore St. E. Day Away Club, social program for individuals with Alzheimer Disease or Related Dementia. Every Monday and Wednesday 9:30-3:30. Alzheimer Society of Lanark County, 115 Christie Lake Rd. (613)267-0307. Day Away Club, social program for individuals with Alzheimer Disease or Related Dementia. Every Monday and Wednesday 9:30-3:30. Alzheimer Society of Lanark County, 115 Christie Lake Rd. (613)267-0307. Day Away Club, social program for individuals with memory loss. Every Tuesday and Friday, 9:30-3:30. Smiths Falls, 4 George St. Includes activities, lunch and in town transportation. Info: 1(800)511-1911. First Baptist Church, 17 D’Arcy St, Community Dinner on Saturday, September 29, 4:30-6 pm. Everyone welcome. Friends of the Tay Watershed invites everyone to our 12th annual Watershed Discovery Day, Sunday, September 23, 1-5 p.m. at the Crystal Palace in Perth. Good Food for a Healthy Baby. Every 2nd and 4th Thursday, 10 a.m.-noon. 10 Herriott St., Perth. Sponsor: Connections. Free prenatal vitamins, milk, fruit, vegetables. Info: Maureen 257-2779. 1-888-284-2204. Kidney Foundations Give the Gift of Life Walk, Sept 30, Crystal palace, registration 10, walk at 11 Register on line at www.kidneywalk.ca for more info: Brenda Dube 613-264-1175. Lanark County Camera Club meets Tuesday, Sept. 25, 7 p.m., Algonquin College. Visitors welcome. Info: (613)264-2767, www. lccameraclub .com Lanark County Quilters Guild first meeting, September 25 at 7, Lion’s Hall, Perth Fairgrounds. Guest Dyane Dezainde, talk and trunk show. Lions Country Music Jamboree. 4th Sun. every month. 2-6 p.m. Supper served 5 p.m. Perth Lions Hall. Mom to Mom Sale, Saturday, September 22nd, 8:30 am to 12 noon at St. Paul’s United Church, 25 Gore St. W. Perth. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup. Perth Dance Studio, 9:30-11 a.m. Sept. 17, 24. Ontario Early Years Centreplaygroup. Sept. 19, 26. Perth Library 10-11:30 a.m. Ontario Early Years Centreplaygroup. Sept. 20, 27. Library. 10-11:30 a.m. Perth Citizens’ Band 160th Anniversary- benefit concert for Multiple Myeloma Awareness. Sept. 23, 2 p.m. Band shell, Stewart Park. Rain or shine. Perth Lyons Hall- Sat. Sept. 22, 8-12. This Old Heart and the Country Comrades. Perth Tay Seniors. Card game. Lions Hall. Sept. 26, lunch noon, cards 1 p.m. 613-264-8252. Rideau Trail Association, Saturday, September 22, Maintenance Day. Just 2 hours of your time and bring a friend(s). You will need good work gloves. Meet at Conlon Farm at 9:30 am on Sept 22. Rummage Sale, Thursday September 27th, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm and Friday September 28th, 9:00 See PERTH page 65

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am to 12 noon, St. Paul’s United Church, 25 Gore St. W. Shred-it Destroy old personal documents, confidently, druing Perth Rotary event, Saturday, September 22, 10-1 Library parking lot. Smorgasbord: St James Anglican Church, Perth, Thursday, September 27, 4:30-7 p.m. New handicapped entrance off Beckwith Street. Stephen’s Church Brooke, Church Dinner & Euchre, Maberly Hall, Thursday, October 3, 12 noon dinner. Stroke survivor and caregiver support group, meets the 4th Wednesday of every month between 1:30-3:30 p.m. Legion, 26 Beckwith St E. Info: (613)549-6666 x6867. The Butterfly Fan Club, Thursday Sept. 20, Perth & District Breast Cancer Support Group, 7-9 p.m. Perth Family Health Centre, 33 Lewis St. Info: Carleen (613)812-4474. Monthly meetings 3rd Thursday. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Tuesdays 5 p.m. at Community Care. Info: Barbara 613-267-2040.

4 hand euchre, Wednesday, September 26, 7:30 p.m. Montague Seniors Hall, Rosedale. Good prizes, good food. (613)284-1074. Annual Fish Dinner, Mountain-South Mountain United Church. Sept. 28, 4-7 p.m. Takeout available. Annual Turkey Supper, St John’s Anglican Church, corner of Hwy 7 and Ferguson Falls Road, just East of Innisville. Saturday, September 29, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Take-out available. Info: 613-257-

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4941. Bid Euchre Tournament, 1 p.m & lasagne lunch 11:30 a.m. September 30. Montague & District Seniors, Forget-Me-Not Club, 658 Rosedale Rd S. Call 613-2836240 or call 613-283-8482 to leave a message. C.A.R.E. Program for frail adults. (Mondays, Lanark, North Lanark Community Health Center) and (Fridays, CPHC Building, 15 Bates Dr.). (613)264-0307. Fall Mom to Mom Sale- Sept. 29, 8 a.m.-12 noon. Rideau Vista Public School, Hwy. 42, Westport. nicole.scott@ucdsb.on.ca Family Movie Night, Clayton Community Hall, September 28, 5 p.m. Fun and Fitness exercise classes for seniors and older adults, Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30 MERA Schoolhouse in McDonalds Corners. Fun and Fitness Mondays 9:3010:30, Middleville Community Hall. Info: Kara (613)259-2182. Fun and Fitness Thursdays 9:30-10:30, Ferguson Falls Hall. Info: Kara (613)259-2182. Fun and Fitness Thursdays 9:30-10:30, Middleville Hall. Info: Kara (613)259-2182. Fun and Fitness Wednesdays Lower Mobility Class, 1:30-2:30 p.m., North Lanark Community Health Centre. Info: Kara (613)259-2182. Giant Fall Craft Sale- Sat. Oct. 6, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Lombardy Agricultural Hall, Lombardy Fair Grounds, Hwy. 15. Lunch available. Tables available (reserve by Oct. 3), 613-283-3631. Healthy Cooking classes held at the ABC Community Hall, 9:30 a.m.-12 (Oct 20, Nov 3 and Dec 1). Info: Judy 613-273-7646.

Please register with Freda Russell 613-273-2571 by Oct 1. Kitley Elders potluck lunch. September 20, 12 noon. St. Andrew’s United Church Hall, Toledo. All welcome. (613)284-0307. McDonald’s Corners Fall Fair, Saturday, September 29, 194 Cameron Rd, gates open at 9 a.m. Displays, vendors, horse show, children’s games. Turkey dinner at 4 p.m. Info: Sally 613-259-3480. New Horizon Club- Sept. 26, 2 p.m. Burritt’s Rapids Community Hall. “The Titanic Story”- speaker Coral Lindsay. Refreshments. 613269-2737. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup. Rosedale Hall, 9:30-11 a.m. Sept. 18, 25. Oxford Mills United Church is hosting The Ottawa Valley Men’s Choir on September 30 at 7 p.m. Quilting & Sewing Club meets every Thursday, 10 a.m. Montague & District Seniors Forget-Me-Not Club, 658 Rosedale Rd S. Call (613)283-8482, (613)283-6240. Retired Teachers & FriendsLuncheon. Wednesday, October 3, 11:30 a.m. at North of 7 Restaurant in Plevna. To reserve call 613-2792098 by October 1 at noon. Rideau Lakes Horticultural Society- Wednesday Oct 3rd, 7:15 pm at the Portland Community Hall Michael Runtz “The Natural World”. Roast Beef Supper, St. Bede’s Anglican Church, 1641 Rosedale Rd North, Montague. September 30. Ruby Tuesdays- information and support group for women. North Lanark Community Health Centre, every other Tuesday, 1:003:00. Info: Sherry (613)259-2182.

Saturday Seekers, Saturday, September 22, 2-4 p.m. Children aged 5-11 years. Meeting area children, stories from the Bible, playing cooperative games. Saturdays till November 24. Rev Micheline Montreuil. Freda Russell 613-2732571 to register your children. Scotch Line Cemetery Annual Meeting. Saturday, September 22, 1 p.m. in the Cemetery Hall. All plot holders welcome. Sit-down turkey dinner. St. Andrew’s United Church, Toledo. Wed. Sept. 26, 4-6:30 p.m. Turkey and trimmings with dessert. Takeouts available (side door). Stephen’s Anglican Church Brooke, 100th Anniversary Celebration Sept 23, 7 p.m. All welcome. Toledo Legion Dart League is hosting Open Doubles Dart Tourney. Sept. 29. Registration 10-10:45. Play starts 11 a.m. Enter team or individuals. Pre-register by Sept. 23- 613-275-7228.

Art Show by Silver Brushes, Saturday, September 22, 1-4, 92 Broadview Ave E. Bariatric Support Group, first Thursday of month, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at ‘The Link’, at 88 Cornelia St. W., #4A. Support and information regarding gastric by-pass surgery before and after. Info: (613)2844608 or 1(877)383-2070. Bariatric Support Group, first Thursday of month, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at ‘The Link’, at 88 Cornelia St. W., #4A. Support and information regarding gastric by-pass surgery before and after. Info: (613)284-

4608 or 1-877-383-2070. Bingo, every Thursday evening, 7 p.m. Royal Canadian Legion Br 95. Info: 283-2690. Bridge Club every Monday night, Legion Br. 95, 7 Main St. E., 7 p.m. Partnership Terry Fagan, (613)283-6393. Calvary Bible Church, ShareA-Blessing (gently used clothing, linen, etc) September 29th, 8-noon, corner Isabella and Beech. Info: 613-283-5197. Come and try lawn bowling at Smiths Falls Lawn Bowling Club, 6:15 p.m. on Mondays. Duplicate Bridge, Royal Canadian Legion Br. 95 every Monday 6:50 p.m. Need a partner call Bill Shannan 264-1083. EA- Emotions Anonymous12-step organization working toward recovery from emotional difficulties (marriage, children, grief, etc). Meetings (every Tuesday)- Sept 25, 7 p.m. Location: (613)283-0960. For People in the Pews: Bioethics from a Roman Catholic Perspective, Fri., Sept 28, 7-9 p.m. and Sat., Sept 29, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Hanley Hall, 30 McGill St N. Info: 613-283-0220. Golf Tournament- Sponsor: Legion, Br. 95. Sept. 23. Juniper Fairways. Registration 12, tee off 1. After golf, back to Legion for wings. Mom-to-Mom Sale. Sat. Sept. 22, 8 a.m.-noon. Trinity United Church, 41 Market St. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup. Duncan J. Schoular School, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Sept. 17, 24. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup. OEYC, 9-11 a.m. Sept. 18, 25.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup. OEYC, 9-11 a.m. Sept. 21, 28. Ontario Early Years Centreplaygroup. Sept. 19, 26. Trinity United Church 9:30-11:30 a.m. Ontario Early Years Centreplaygroup. Sept. 20, 27. Trinity United Church 9:30-11:30 a.m. Roast Beef Dinner- Knights of Columbus. September 26, 5:306:30 p.m. Door prize. Knights of Columbus Hall, 18 William St. W. Info. 613-283-2098, 613-205-1255 or 613-283-1550. Rummage Sale- Sat. September 29. 9 a.m.-noon. St. John’s Anglican Church, Parish Hall. Sponsor: ACW Group B. Smiths Falls Knitting & Crochet Club, meetings every Tuesday 1-3 p.m. Smiths Falls Seniors Activity Building (across from Hospital). Info: Bonita (613)283-1174. Smiths Falls Lawn Bowling Club clean up day, Tuesday, September 25 at 9 a.m. Smiths Falls Lawn Bowling Club fall meeting and potluck supper, Monday, September 24 at 3:30 p.m. in their club house. The Smiths Falls Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic Official Grand Opening Thursday September 27th 4-6 pm, open to the public and to all ages. Vine Rhymes, Smiths Falls songwriters and poets meet monthly for encouragement and support. Come share your gift. Info: Helen (613)284-2243. W.I.P (Work in progress) ladies night out. Smiths Falls Free Methodist Church, Hwy 295. Friday September 21st, 7-8:30 PM. All ages welcome. Free babysitting. 613-283-5383 for info.

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EMC Sports – A slam dunk is in store for fans on Sept. 28 as two Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) teams will go head to head in a fundraiser for the athletics department at Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute. McGill University – featuring former RedHawks’ talent, Vince Dufort – will meet Queen’s University in a charity match that will have fans cramming the bleachers for the 4 p.m. tip-off. “The game is to help promote our community and our school,” said teacher Todd Spencer, who helped organize the game and is one of the basketball coaches at SFDCI. “What’s really exciting is that Vince Dufort will be here.” Vince is enrolled in McGill’s Concurrent Physical Education program, where basketball takes a leading roll, but is still able to enjoy his friends, family and video games. He says he’s looking forward to coming home for a basketball game. “I am very excited to have the opportunity to play another game in my old home gym,” he said. “There were a lot of great memories made there, and hopefully we will be able to create some more on the 28th.” Spencer was Vince’s coach for three of five years that the young man played at SFDCI. Dufort led the RedHawks to OFSSA gold two years ago. “He is a unique player… he was a point guard. A lot of folks know him and this will be a homecoming for him,” said Spencer, who helped shape Dufort as a basketball player. “Mr. Spencer played a major role in helping me become the best basketball player I could be, but he also created a special relationship with all of his players which allowed us to really come together as a team and communicate about anything,” Vince said. “I really believe this is what ultimately led to not only my success as a player, but our success as a team. I have also essentially had the

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same teammates since Grade 10 and they were all always in the gym with me pushing myself and each other at all times. There is no way I would be anywhere near the player I am today without them, and we would not have had most of our accomplishments if even one of our players was missing.” Vince’s father, Dan Dufort, is also a teacher at SFDCI. He too, was one of his son’s coaches during his high school career. “I am very proud of him; he had a great career here as a RedHawk and after his first year at McGill he finished tied for third as their leading scorer,” said Dan. When asked if it was tough to play for his father, Vince said he enjoyed the time on the court. “I am very happy to have had the opportunity to play for my dad for most of high school. He taught me most of what I know about basketball and it was great to be able to share some of our accomplishments throughout high school with him,” he said. “Although expectations were always high, he never put pressure on me or pushed me more towards basketball. My mom and dad both simply supported me and encouraged me to do what I enjoy doing most.” Vince earned a scholarship to McGill and his father said, he “chose well” as other schools were looking at him too. “McGill had the perfect program for what I wanted to do,” Vince said. “It’s also one See DUFORT page SF2

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EMC News - The Smiths Falls Thursday Night Cruise-In club closed out their season with a donation of $200 to the Smiths Falls and District Crime Stoppers. Pictured are Donald Bates of the car club, presenting a cheque to Rick Kirkwood of Crime Stoppers along with club volunteers Marian Utman, Ann Bates, Jim Barnett, Tracy McKay and Betty Hawley.

Steve Fournier named interim CAO for town By STACEY ROY sroy@perfprint.ca

EMC News - Following council’s approval, Steve Fournier began work this week as the town’s interim Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Fournier assumed the CAO’s chair on a temporary basis this Tuesday, Sept. 18 following formal approval from council the day before. Council members took turns extending their personal welcome to the new municipal staff member despite his physical absence from council chambers this Monday. “Mr. Fournier is a very ca-

pable individual. I know he’s going to do a great job,” remarked Coun. Jay Brennan. Fournier has had a 31-year career in municipal government serving as CAO in Perth before moving on to the same position at the United Counties of Leeds Grenville. Since retiring, Fournier has been taking on contract municipal positions, including filling in as interim CAO in a number of communities. Mayor Dennis Staples said he felt Fournier’s experience will be a great asset while the town undertakes the process of hiring a permanent CAO. “I think this is something

that would be of great assistance to the Town of Smiths Falls,” the mayor said. The sudden retirement of Wayne Brown, Smiths Falls’ CAO/treasurer on Friday, Sept. 7 left a vacancy in the position Brown had held for a dozen years. Now that the town has Fournier in the position for the time being, it can begin the formal hiring process. In an interview last week the mayor noted advertisements for the position will be posted shortly followed by the interview process and ultimately a recommendation to Council to hire the desired candidate.

Downtown vision takes shape By STACEY ROY sroy@perfprint.ca

EMC News - Addressing the traffic and parking issues, enhancing the pedestrian atmosphere and defining the downtown core are some of the highlights that came out of a public consultation session aimed at creating two definitive plans for Smiths Falls commercial core. “There is a parking prob-

lem that does need to be resolved,” reported Jon Hack, one of two consultants who led the Sept. 11 feedback session at the Comfort Inn. Over 20 residents attended the consultation last week. They came forward with a variety of ideas to deal with the current parking condition downtown from removing parking meters and creating a two-hour parking allowance to

altering the design of parking away from the today’s angled option. Another suggestion asks for downtown staff parking lot areas to be established. Their focus would be to encourage all-day parking away from the on street spots. More than one discussion group highlighted a need to establish a pedestrian crosswalk near See VISION page SF3

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EMC Sports -Vince Dufort of McGill University is pictured during CIS action last year. He and his McGill teammates will be playing in Smiths Falls on Sept. 28 in a varsity game against Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s University as a fundraiser for SFDCIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s athletics program. Tip-off is 4 p.m.

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Pride Day events feature scavenger hunt, park picnic By LAURIE WEIR ljweir@metroland.com

EMC News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; From a scavenger hunt to an evening concert at PDCI, this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pride Day will take place Sept. 22 and everyone is welcome to attend. Organizers are the people of LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Transgender) Lanark County, who say they are looking forward to the event. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is lots to see and do and we wanted to hold the event in Perth because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a very welcoming community,â&#x20AC;? said Tracy Smith, one of the organizers of Pride Day activities in Perth. There will be a scavenger hunt, involving local businesses, a picnic in Stewart Park and an evening of entertainment by Drake Jansen, country music singer, at Perth and District Collegiate Institute. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. visit Crystal Palace for instructions on the scavenger hunt that will encourage people to drop into local stores that

have sponsored the event. Calvin Neufeld will be presenting a talk at St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church from 1 to 2 p.m. entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Perth Pride: Journey through the LGBTTIQQ2SAA Labyrinth.â&#x20AC;? The doors will open at 12:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;with Calvin plinking away on the piano.â&#x20AC;? The fun, informal and informative presentation takes a broad look at the big picture of sexual and gender diversity. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I figured that Pride Day should not only be a day of celebration but also an opportunity to learn,â&#x20AC;? Neufeld said, who is a trans man and no stranger to diversity. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are so many colours to this rainbow, when you see them all together you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t help but see something beautiful.â&#x20AC;? Using stick person drawings to evoke meaning from simplicity, this presentation will explore the multitude of identities, definitions, phobias, and forms of discrimination, statistics and strategies for change.

The event is free and accessible to young, old and queer folk, straight and all folk in between, he said. The picnic in the park will feature â&#x20AC;&#x153;nibbliesâ&#x20AC;? and everyone is encouraged to attend this event which starts at 2 p.m. and continues to 4 p.m. The evening concert at PDCI will start with Shelley Montreuil of Yo Mamma, who will open for Jansen. The country music singer played at Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Reillyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recently to a packed house. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was filled right to the back door for Drake,â&#x20AC;? said Cathy Blaine, who is also helping to coordinate Pride Day activities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are hoping to fill that auditorium as a fundraiser for LGBT.â&#x20AC;?

of the best schools in Canada academically. Of course, what really sold me was the basketball program. Coach (David) DeAveiro did a great job of recruiting me throughout my entire last year of high school. He explained to me what my role on the team would be and what his future plans for me were and I liked everything he told me. I also liked the team and wanted to play for Coach DeAveiro who is regarded as one of the best coaches in the CIS.â&#x20AC;? Vince says that the step up to university ball was (and still is) a big challenge. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It took me a few months last year to adjust to the different speed, skill level, and basketball IQ that the CIS brings. I had to completely change my style of play,â&#x20AC;? he

says, but adds that he is able to stay calm and focused. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have played so much basketball in my life and have been in so many different situations that I have learned to stay as calm and as focused as possible at all times.â&#x20AC;? So far, Vince says his university highlight was travelling to Cincinnati to play the Bearcats: â&#x20AC;&#x153;They ended up making the elite eight in the NCAA March Madness tournament, and (we were only) down five points at half time.â&#x20AC;? If he wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t playing basketball, this Smiths Falls athlete says heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be on the gridiron. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I played football throughout high school as well, and have always loved it,â&#x20AC;? he says. But fans of basketball will be in for a treat on Sept. 28

when this former RedHawk comes home to the nest. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are hoping to pack the gym,â&#x20AC;? Dan said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want kids to come watchâ&#x20AC;Ś fall in love with the game. Over the past 10 years Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had a lot of kids embrace the sport. Commitment to something like this is contagiousâ&#x20AC;Ś they see this level of ball and they think, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I want to play too.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? This is the first time in about 20 years, that Dan has watched a former RedHawk continue the sport of basketball at a university level. Fans will have a chance to watch the teams warm up prior to the game. Doors open at 3 p.m. Cost of admission is $10 for adults, and $5 for students. Tickets will not be reserved and are on a firstcome, first-serve basis.

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the Beckwith Street Tim Hortons in recognition of the volume of traffic it receives and the number of walkers who will then cross to Kinsmen Park to enjoy their purchases. “It should be an area of focus for this,” Hack said. The green space beside Town Hall is a natural draw for pedestrians and was unanimously supported as the location for a town square. One group took the traffic flow to a new level by recommending roundabouts be installed at the intersection of Beckwith Street and Elmsley; Beckwith Street and Lombard, and Lombard Street and Hwy. 15 going toward Kingston. Consultant Bruce Cudmore explained roundabouts allow for a safe way to bring people into town while providing a space for a definitive gateway sculpture or design in the centre. “Let’s get them to think about where they’re going,” Cudmore said. Another suggestion for gateway development was on the Bascule Bridge, which could serve as a welcome to boaters coming into town. Waterfront The potential of what can be done along the waterfront was front of mind for many at the session, including the lead consultants who spoke of the historic waterway as “the green heart of this community.” Irv Mazurkiewicz, former Parks Canada employee, urged the town and federal department to work together and develop a walking trail

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John Rivington, owner of the building that houses Rob Roy’s Pub, points to a sketch created a couple of years ago to develop a walking path from the waterfront to the road of his Beckwith Street building. This was one of many suggestions put forward at the Sept. 11 public consultation for a downtown waterfront master plan. along the waterfront where the old Canadian Tire store once stood. “It would be a great way to open it up,” he said. Others suggested closing Confederation bridge to vehicle traffic but connect Strathcona Street with Old Mill Road and create a greater green space in Centennial Park for community events. Councilor Dawn Quinn urged those in attendance to support the development of washrooms in this area as part of this idea. “We need to take advantage

of what has been given to us,” Quinn added. “We can create an artificial skating area down there.” The popularity of Victoria Park for campers was noted by one group who felt this space was best suited for temporary visitors. Season long camp residents would then be located in a new park yet to be determined. The waterfront isn’t just a place where community gathering can take place. Some felt directional signage should be installed for visiting boaters as a means to link the historic

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EMC Events - The message behind Ontario’s Legion Week will come to life this Saturday, Sept. 22 when soldiers from Petawawa travel into town for a unique day of demonstration. “They’re bringing every kind of gun and weapon including a machine gun that they use,” explained Carol Le-

vere, Legion president. The public will be welcome to stop by between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to view the weapons display, see a radio demonstration and get up close with some military vehicles. This special presentation is a hands-on way for the Smiths Falls Legion to celebrate the sacrifices veterans have made for Canada. “They’re still out there

fighting,” Levere said. Legion Week was first established in Ontario in 1953 by a group of veterans in Kent, Ontario. By 1980 Legion Week Ontario was declared by Ontario Provincial Command to be on the third week in September each year. “Come and visit these guys to celebrate Legion Week,” Levere said.

waterway with the downtown core. A desire to design some type of graphic signage along Beckwith Street that highlights the incline of the core was also noted. This discussion encouraged one group to suggest a potential themed route that would take people from the Station Theatre on Victoria Avenue to the proposed town square beside the Town Hall and down Church

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path from the waterfront side of the Rob Roy’s Pub going up to the road. “What I’m looking at here is absolutely unbelievable,” added resident Ron Stronski. “This is the best kept secret.” Cudmore shared in this excitement, remarking the design points directly at one of the project’s main objectives of linking the waterfront and downtown core. “I think this should really be one of the major fixes,” Cudmore remarked. All the information collected last week will be considered for the draft downtown and waterfront plan, that is due to Council by the end of November this year. Also to be presented at this time is a proposal to create a Community Improvement Plan (CIP) in the downtown. This work will unlock grants and incentive options for property owners in the area to improve their facade. Before that time residents will have another opportunity to review the draft recommendations and make their comments. Links to the information presented last week should now be available on the town’s website (www.smithsfalls.ca) for review where comments will also be welcome.

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Street to the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario. This could include themed banners hung along the route to highlight the rich rail history the community has. In their introduction to the discussion, Cudmore identified that Beckwith Street currently allocates 25 per cent of its overall road infrastructure to pedestrians. “What can we do to bring that ratio from 75-25 to a 50-50?” Cudmore asked the group. The overall response seemed to reflect a desire to see the pedestrian area enlarged for walking as well as the addition of on-street cafés. Opportunities A number of raw opportunities were highlighted by many in the room last week including the development of the lands near the Comfort Inn and the exciting prospects surrounding the development of the former water treatment plant. John Rivington, downtown property owner presented another exciting opportunity alongside the Rob Roy’s Pub, a building Rivington owns. Quietly, he pulled out a pencil sketch he had done a couple years ago detailing a walking

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Rivington named 2012 Kidney Foundation walk ambassador By LAURIE WEIR ljweir@metroland.com EMC News – John Rivington is this year’s ambassador for Perth’s annual Give the Gift of Life walk for the Kidney Foundation of Canada. Rivington is living proof that organ donation is an important part of life and he encourages people to register online (www.ontario.ca) and become a donor. “My wife gave me a kidney,” he said. He started peritoneal dialysis in 2008 after his kidneys deteriorated over an eight-year period of time due to a “freak blockage.” In August the following year, he was able to receive a new kidney from his wife, Cindy. “There was no hesitation whatsoever,” Cindy said. “I had my blood tested immediately and then went through a series of tests just prior to the surgery.” It only took her two weeks before she was back to work, but immediately following surgery, Cindy said she felt like she’d been hit by a truck. “I had a few (narcotics for pain) right after, but once I got home, I was taking regular pain killers and was out (at a pub) drinking pop with my girlfriend the following weekend. So re-

ally, it was not a big deal.” She heads to Ottawa annually for her post surgery check-up. Cindy signed her organ donor card back in 2001 when her brother was killed. “At that time, his organs were used to save others, and I felt I needed to sign my card. I just thought I’d be dead before I’d have to donate an organ,” she said with a laugh. Cindy added that she was thrilled to be able to help her husband while she was “still alive.” John says people need to be aware of their own kidney health. “You can contribute to kidney disease by being an uncontrolled diabetic. There are other causes of kidney disease. But the kidneys are as important as the heart and if they fail, your survival rate options are not long,” he said. The most important part of this whole story, he says, is being a donor.

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Area businessman, John Rivington is shown tying up his shoelaces for a walk. His health is proof of the success of organ donation, which is why he’s been named this year’s Kidney Foundation walk ambassador.

“You realize time is very short and once you’re on dialysis, your time is limited. Your body constantly builds up toxins and although dialysis takes those toxins out of your system, eventually they will kill other organs.”

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During Saturday’s barbecue, pledge sheets will be available and donations will be accepted – either by the general public or by the participants. Dube is encouraging people to “bring their wallets and be generous for the Kidney Foundation.” For those who give donations on Saturday and on walk day, they will have the opportunity to be entered into a draw for prizes the day of the walk. “The draw will be a way for us to say thanks for the donations,” said Dube. “The barbecue is to bring awareness to the area that the walk is happening Sept. 30,” she said. “There will be literature on site, as well as information about organ donation and about the Kidney Foundation of Canada,” she said. There will be water available along the route and prizes are offered for the top team and top individual along with a couple of prizes just for fun, Dube added. “The event is hoping to raise $8000.” Pledge sheets will be available for those wanting to take part in the event, or visit www.kidney.ca or call Dube at 613-264-1175.

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Perth’s events The importance of organ donation will be reiterated at the Give the Gift of Life Walk on Sept. 30 in Perth, 11 a.m. from Crystal Palace. But before that event, there will be a barbecue at Barnabe’s Your Independent Grocer on Saturday, Sept. 11 starting at 11 a.m. Brenda Dube is the Perth event coordinator for the Kidney Foundation. “I think people in general need to become more aware of the importance of kidney health and realize anybody, young or old can be seriously affected by it,” she says. “It needs to be made known, it is a very serious disease and can mean a matter of life or death. I encourage anyone to go on line and read information on it and get educated to have a better understanding.” Participants can walk the 5km course on the day of the walk, or can take in a few kilometers. “It’s not set in stone that you have to walk the full length of the course,” she said. There will be a silent auction as well as refreshments that will be served following the walk as well as a draw for prizes.

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Fall session invites future leaders to training opportunity By STACEY ROY sroy@perfprint.ca

EMC Events - Not many of us think of ourselves as leaders, but this fall the Town of Smiths Falls is offering residents an opportunity to change that perception in a meaningful way. The municipality is hosting two leadership-building sessions in Smiths Falls that aim to build the number of local leaders within town. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is another way to go about equipping people to do various things in town that are important,â&#x20AC;? explained Jamie Schoular, who is contracted to coordinate this first-time local opportunity. The course hopes to attract residents who want to get out and be part of the positive change they see in their community, but feel a lack of confidence in their own abilities that may be holding them back. The first step towards getting out of this shell is to participate in an ongoing survey on the Town of Smiths Falls website (http://smithsfalls. ca/stepstoleadership.cfm and following the links to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Steps to Leadership Community Survey â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Smiths Fallsâ&#x20AC;?). This information will be used to build some of the leadership course material that will be presented.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The more feedback we get the more representative it will be about what the community feels about leadership,â&#x20AC;? Schoular added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whatever it is we do it has to meet the needs of our community.â&#x20AC;? The first session will be held Sept. 27 and 28 inside the Smiths Falls Station Theatre and is called Leading Edge: First Steps. This course is geared towards those 18 years of age and over and is an eight-hour session each day. The focus is on building personal leadership skills and knowledge to help participants in becoming more effective in their involvement with local projects and initiatives. Some of the topics to be covered include: discovering your natural approach to interacting with others and conflict; decision making and speaking with confidence. The second session is called Leading Edge: Next Steps and will be held Oct. 25 and 26 in Smiths Falls (location to be confirmed). This program takes the skills learned in the first event and builds on them. Sample topics that may be part of the session include community development and strategic planning, how to gain community support, building community partners and engaging youth. Both programs require par-

ticipants to complete a series of workshops that deal with a wide range of topics that are as broad as leadership and as specific as working with volunteers. Local community leaders with hands-on experience in specific areas have been invited to lead each section to ensure participants are getting the most effective information possible for creating change in Smiths Falls. A list of presenters is being finalized now and should be available shortly. Once the program is complete the leadership steering committee will be looking at how they will keep the momentum going. The cost to participate in this phase is $120 for First Steps and $150 for Next Steps. Participants may apply for financial assistance to offset their personal costs. Assistance may be provided up to 50 per cent of their total costs to a maximum of $500. There are 25 spaces in each session and those interested in taking part are urged to register by contacting the economic development department and Jamie Schoular at jschoular@smithsfalls.ca as soon as possible. Funding for this project is provided in part by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Adaptation Council.

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Brian Paquette, owner of Zendragon Martial Arts & Fitness Studio in Smiths Falls, welcomes the many women who took part in the recent self-defence session. sooner,” Paquette said. It turns out the fitness owner’s instinct was correct. Within two hours of posting the self-defence session on

Facebook the class had 30 people sign up. Paquette explained this initial uptake is about the average attendance at his self-defence classes in

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EMC Events - The Canadian Catholic Bioethics Institute’s (CCBI) lecture series, “For People in the Pews: Bioethics from a Roman Catholic Perspective” is coming to the Smiths Falls area this month and everyone is welcome to attend. The special event is sponsored by St. Francis de SalesBlessed Sacrament and St. John the Baptist Parishes of Smiths Falls and Perth and

will take place Friday, Sept. 28 (7-9 p.m. - with registration, refreshments and fellowship at 6:30 p.m.) and Saturday, Sept. 29 (9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. - refreshments at 9 a.m.) in Hanley Hall, 30 McGill St. N., Smiths Falls. Please bring a bag lunch on Saturday. “For People in the Pews” is an “everyday bioethics”

lecture series designed for parishes. Understanding bioethical principles has become increasingly important as science and medicine develop new techniques, some of which raise moral questions that seem to challenge Catholic teaching on the dignity of life. Speaker is bioethicist Dr. Bridget Campion. Preregis-

tration not required. Topics to be covered: • A Catholic Perspective on Ethics (Friday evening); • Reproductive Issues (Saturday morning); • End-of-Life Issues (Saturday afternoon). For more information please call 613-283-0220. All are welcome.

“Anything that helps protect one’s self is a good idea any time,” Dowdall said. Last week’s session was broken into two segments. A one-hour class for children aged five to 10 years of age and an hour-and-a-half session for women (ages 11 and older). Attendees learned pressure points, how to take down a larger opponent and the importance of confidence on the street. “It empowers them,” Paquette said. “A lot of it is about confidence.” Predators look for easy targets, so individuals who have their head up and are confidently looking about give the impression they would be harder to take down. When speaking to parents Paquette encourages them to make their safety a priority because their being safe will mean their children are safe as well. The local self-defence instructor was first introduced to martial arts when he was 13 years old. As the youngest of nine children living in a rough part of Montreal the need to hold your own was a necessary skill. “It really saved my life, I think,” Paquette added. “I do my best to really help children in communities because it helped me so much when I was a child.” Athens Ladies Auxiliary

Paquette has traditionally offered free self-defence sessions four times a year, but said he plans to offer another community session Wednesday, Oct. 17 with the children’s class starting at 6 p.m. and the women’s class at 7 p.m. This event will be capped at 70 people so please reserve early at the number at the end of this article. For over 15 years Paquette has been instructing people in martial arts and self defence. He recently moved his business to Smiths Falls from Montreal earlier this year to find a better quality of life for his family. “I love it here,” he said. Since opening, the Beckwith Street facility has grown to more than 60 members to date. Paquette plans to expand his business model into Kemptville, Perth and Carleton Place and is currently training instructors for these locations. “The more we grow the more people we can help,” he said. In addition to self-defence classes, the local business offers a variety of work out options from kick boxing to kettlebells to boot camps and children’s classes. For more information please call the Zendragon at 613-720-FIT3 (3483) or go online to www. zendragon.ca to learn more.

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EMC News - Smiths Falls citizens are taking back control by focusing on improving their response to unsafe situations following a recent incident. Brian Paquette, owner of Zendragon Martial Arts & Fitness Studio on Beckwith Street, has always offered free self-defence classes in every location he’s operated, but his decision to host the most recent session Sept. 12 is the result of public concern following an incident Sept. 2. An investigation into the incident where a local teenage girl was allegedly grabbed by an unknown man is still ongoing by the Smiths Falls Police Service, but its occurrence hit the social networks ahead of the police report published in last week’s Record News. “As I heard that happened I thought it prudent that we do one (self-defence session)

other communities. “We’re expecting between 60 and 75 people,” he said. At this point the Sept. 2 incident is isolated and Smiths Falls Police Chief Bob Dowdall said he has no reason to believe the safety of the community has changed over the last few months. “I’m quite confident the streets of Smiths Falls are safe,” the chief said. “There’s nothing for the community to be alarmed about.” The police still welcome any information from the public regarding what took place Sept. 2. Individuals are welcome to call the service at 613-283-0357 or share information anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477). Dowdall encourages selfdefence classes to be undertaken at any time as a means of improving one’s awareness of their surroundings day or night.

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EMC News - Smiths Falls schools in both public and Catholic school boards are now digesting the findings of the EQAO testing results with some mixed results. The EQAO testing is used by educators as a benchmark to measure the success of their current programming and identify areas where improvement might be needed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Data provides evidence that helps teachers and parents engage in meaningful conversations about individual studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; achievement,â&#x20AC;? said Charlotte Rouleau, superintendent of school effectiveness, Catholic District School Board Eastern Ontario (CDSBEO) in an email interview. The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) released a broad statement in regards to this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s EQAO, but declined to respond to further questions from the Record News EMC. â&#x20AC;&#x153;EQAO results represent one of the data sets that we use as educators to inform student learning and to guide improvement efforts at the classroom, school, and district level. This year we continue to see a steady and consistent improvement in Grade 9 mathematics for both applied and academic measures,â&#x20AC;? the Sept. 12 press release states. In reference to some of the shortcomings identified the

UCDSB had this to say: â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the measures of reading, writing and math at the primary and junior levels, writing continues to be a comparative area of strength, junior math is identified as an area for improvement focus, and reading results have remained relatively consistent over time in primary, and continue to show gains in the junior assessment.â&#x20AC;? A school-by-school report is available online at http:// www.eqao.com/categories/ home.aspx?Lang=E Smiths Falls results for students at or above the provincial average are as follows: Chimo Elementary School: Results for Grade 3 - Reading: 60 per cent (up four per cent from 2008-2010); Writing: 71 per cent (no change); Math: 53 per cent (down 13 per cent from 20008-2010); Results for Grade 6 - Reading: 60 per cent (down two from 2008-2010); Writing: 69 per cent (up one per cent from 2008-2010); Math: 44 per cent (down 17 per cent from 20082010) Duncan J Schoular Public School: Results for Grade 3 - Reading: 56 per cent (up five per cent from 2008-2010); Writing: 71 per cent (up 18 per cent from 2008-2010); Math: 66 per cent (up 18 per cent from 2008-2010)

Results for Grade 6 - Reading: 59 per cent (up nine per cent from 2008-2010); Writing: 48 per cent (down nine per cent from 2008-2010); Math: 24 per cent (down 12 per cent from 2008-2010) Lombardy Public School: Results for Grade 3- Reading: 89 per cent (up nine per cent from 2008-2010); Writing: 92 per cent (up two per cent from 2008-2010); Math: 92 per cent (down four per cent from 2008-2010); Results for Grade 6 - Reading: 86 per cent (up 21 per cent from 2008-2010); Writing: 92 per cent ( up 21 per cent from 2008-2010); Math: 75 per cent (up 14 per cent from 2008-2010) Montague Public School: Results for Grade 3 - Reading: 67 per cent (down six per cent from 2008-2010); Writing: 71 per cent (down three per cent from 2008-2010); Math: 67 per cent (down 11 per cent from 2008-2010); Results for Grade 6 - Reading: 74 per cent (up nine per cent from 20082010); Writing: 75 per cent (up 18 per cent from 2008-2010); Math: 51 per cent (down six per cent from 2008-2010) St. Francis de Sales: Results for Grade 6 - Reading: 71 per cent ( up nine per cent from 2008-2010); Writing: 76 per cent (up 14 per cent from 2008-2010); Math:

63 per cent (up six per cent from 2008-2010) St. James the Greater Public School; Results for Grade 3 - Reading: 61 per cent (down eight per cent from 2008-2010); Writing: 75 per cent (up four per cent from 2008-2010); Math: 61 per cent (down 10 per cent from 20082010) SFDCI: Literacy test success rate: 2012: 70 vs 81 in 2008; Overall, 65 per cent of those who took the test were successful, which seems to be in line with provincial and board results. A total of 39 per cent of

Grade 9 applied math students were at or above the provincial average in their testing results. This is up from the 2008-2010 results of 29 per cent. Academic math students held steady at 71 per cent this year.

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Looking Back 100 YEARS AGO – SEPTEMBER 24, 1912 The Tay river from the basin at Perth to the Rideau is to be thoroughly cleaned and dredged and the government dredge is now at work on the undertaking. It is estimated it will take two years to complete the work. The canal will be deepened to permit larger boats going through. Mr. Trench, the gentleman who is contemplating erecting a skating and curling rink at Smiths Falls was here on Friday and met a number of men to talk the matter over. He was shown about the town and was most favourably impressed with the evidences of growth and prosperity that he saw everywhere. He will likely build the new rink. The house that was built in Carleton Place by the late Edmond Morphy, the first settler in that town was torn down last week. It was built ninety years ago. It had a large fireplace and an immense stone chimney which was a feature of the place. 50 YEARS AGO – SEPTEMBER 20, 1962 Schoolchildren in Smiths Falls will probably never receive the Sabin Oral polio vaccine. This is due to what Medical Officer of Health, Dr. R. M. Fergusson terms as “an unwarranted scare” due to reports of four Canadians having contracted polio after receiving the vaccine. At 12:01 a.m. Sunday, telephone dials started spinning in Merrickville. Official opening of dial service took place Wednesday, September 13 at 3:00 p.m. with telephone calls between Mrs. Jean Casselman M.P., and Merrickville Reeve, Harold Jakes. Several sweeping changes in traffic regulations in Smiths Falls were approved by Town Council on Monday evening. Among the most outstanding of the by-law amendments, as submitted by Councillor J. W. Coombs, will be seen on Russell street east. A 107-foot restricted area will be established on the south side of Russell Street, approximately in front of Adams’ store, which will be limited to truck parking only from 8 to 11 a.m. daily. 25 YEARS AGO – SEPTEMBER 23, 1987 Fearing a loss of seniority and lower hourly wages, workers at Planters Peanuts in Toronto are reluctant to move to the new plant being built in Smiths Falls. Former Merrickville clerk-treasurer, Eric Stille was welcomed aboard by town council Monday night as the new director of economic development. The 41-year-old North Augusta area resident has close to nine years municipal experience with Merrickville and 13 years of banking skills from the Bank of Montreal. 10 YEARS AGO – SEPTEMBER 18, 2002 The possible closure of New Aberdeen Public School and the construction of a replacement for Montague Central that incorporates busing of some students from within town limits were front and centre during a meeting of principals and school councils in Smiths Falls Monday night. They pealed and appealed for peace in the world. Hundreds of area residents — including more than 200 students from St. James the Greater Catholic School — took in last Wednesday’s ‘Peal for Peace’ ceremony at Kinsmen Park in Smiths Falls, marking the first anniversary of the tragic terrorist attacks that killed thousands of people in New York City, Washington D.C. and Pennsylvania on Sept. 11, 2001. Running a marathon is no easy feat, nor is it easy on the feet. For Smiths Falls runner Hal Hughes, the pounding his feet will be taking as a blindfolded marathoner will be much more than for a sighted athlete as the rest of his body compensates for one lost sense. And while he does run a lot, the marathon booked for Cumberland (east of Ottawa) on the Thanksgiving weekend will be only the second 42-km race Hughes has competed in. Compiled by: STACEY ROY

Remember When Thanks to Graham Wilson of Jasper who lent the paper this early 1960s image. It was taken at Rideau Motors (Lombard Street) around a new model car. The Record News welcomes any submissions. Please

e-mail them to sroy@perfprint.ca or by mail to PO Box 158, 65 Lorne Street, Smiths Falls, ON, K7A 4T1. Please include your name and return address so they may be returned to you.

Accident waiting to happen EMC Lifestyle - I can’t say that I have never been in a car accident. Mom won’t let me forget the time I was driving her 1979 T-bird to work at Lower Beverley Lake Township Park. I wrapped it around a tree on an S-turn... showing off for the boys who were shooting golf balls in the field. I haven’t driven any of her vehicles since. But I have driven - and smacked up - a few of my own. There was the 1980 Chevette. I hit a cow. So did two other drivers before me. It was laying in the middle of the road when I veered to

Weir View LAURIE WEIR avoid it. I hit the cow and the car careened off the highway, rolled a few times and ended up in the ditch on two wheels. The cow had escaped from the butcher shop. There were some minor fender benders between that Chevette and my brand spanking new 1994 Mustang - we have the same birthday. I was celebrating 30 years on the

earth. I almost didn’t make it to 31. There were boys involved - again - as well as a wet road and another S-turn. I hit the gravel, over corrected and slammed into a house. Wrote off the Mustang. A few years later I had a hood replaced after smoking a deer in my Grand Am. Then there was the most recent incident with my Equinox. Just last week, I was driving down Herriott Street in Perth when a young female driver pulled out from a parallel parking space and side swiped me. No injuries, but I did feel nauseated.

GUITAR NOTES After week three, my coach/mentor/psychologist (that’s what he is now) says I’m rocking it. “Don’t give up on this,” he says. “You have natural talent... I’m a little jealous.” Bryan Briggs, I bet you say that to all the girls. “When some people ask me how they’re doing, and it’s not so hot, I change the subject,” he says with a grin. “I’d talk about the weather... or birds or something. “OK, so how am I doing,” I asked him, as I contorted my way through a few chords. “Oh look! A cardinal.”

Letters to the Editor

Rideau Canal plans ‘short-sighted’: REAL EDITOR’S NOTE: This is an open letter addressed to the Hon. Peter Kent, Minister of the Environment and sent to the Record News EMC for printing. Dear MINISTER KENT: Re: Planned Parks Canada and Rideau Canal Budget Cuts The Rideau Environmental Action League is a grass-roots, non-profit, volunteer-run environmental organization serving Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Counties, through which the Rideau Waterway flows. REAL is based in Smiths Falls, “The Heart of the Rideau Canal”. Our organization’s headquarters backs onto a provincially significant wetland that is part of the Rideau Waterway. Our mission, in part, is to protect, preserve and enhance our environment for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. As such we feel we must weigh in on the ill-conceived and short-sighted plans to severely cut the Rideau Canal budget. Parks Canada’s mandate is to protect and promote public understanding of these examples of Canada’s natural and cultural heritage. These sites are not intended to be revenue generators.

But yes, we can all work harder to find ways for these parks to better offset expenses. Many revenue generating suggestions have been made in other letters you have received, such as reorganization, introducing conference, hiking, and canoeing packages, or renting out the lock residences. These budget cuts are alarming as it will be difficult if not impossible to maintain the heritage, social, cultural and economic values of the Rideau waterway, especially when the locks and their heritage values are being inadequately maintained even now. Given the World Heritage Status recently granted the Rideau Canal by UNESCO, the timing of these cutbacks couldn’t be worse. How are we to prove to the international body that we are maintaining the heritage values when we have just reduced its funding? REAL is concerned about the potential long-term implications of these cutbacks on natural systems. The construction of the Rideau Canal forever altered the flows of water and ecosystems of this region. People have built whole communities around the canal See CANAL page SF10

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and cities and towns are wholly dependent on the ongoing maintenance of this system. The canal system maintains water level controls, which are particularly important in times of flooding or drought. Both problems will be more frequent with climate change, as we are all experiencing first hand this summer. Municipalities and property owners along the waterway could be severely affected from a combination of high water level fluctuations and an unmaintained canal. Water quality could also be affected by water levels, particularly in communities that take their water directly from the Rideau. Parks Canada is legally responsible for responding to spills and contamination issues along the waterway. Further, a handful of revenue generating hydroelectric generation points along the system depend on maintained water levels. And what might be the im-

pact on vegetation and wildlife? The Rideau is home to 60 Species at Risk, including, for example, the Least Bittern that nests in The Swale behind our Environment Centre. Will Parks still be able to play a role in their protection? With fewer dollars and staff on the ground monitoring all of these conditions, serious situations could develop, and potentially, ones from which recovery would be slow, impossible, or extremely costly due the damage done. The Rideau is not just a facility for wealthy recreational boaters. Most users are average Canadians, and the majority of visitors are land-based. The Rideau is the lifeblood of our region and our natural systems. The sweeping changes

recently made in omnibus Bill C-38 reduced the effectiveness of environmental assessments, weakened environmental legislation, and slashed research centres that were in place to maintain Canada’s ability to monitor and respond to environmental threats. Canada can’t keep making giant steps backwards if we are to protect our natural resources. Please rethink plans to reduce the Rideau Canal budget. It is a unique example of both a natural and a cultural resource that needs to be properly maintained and preserved for now and the future. The government of Canada has an obligation of its citizens to do so. Respectfully, The REAL Board of Directors R0011628659-0920

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RED & WHITE things that was mentioned was the amazing accomplishments of Brooke Henderson, a Grade 10 student, who last year not only won the gold medal for all of Ontario youth but also went on to win at a women’s pro golf event. She is going to Turkey Sept. 27 to 30 to represent Canada as part of our country’s amateur golf team! On Sept. 11 Lanark County representatives and many other special guests held a press conference centred around a new poster campaign for Enough is Enough. It was hosted by the school GSA club, which promotes inclusion in all aspects of life. On Thursday, the last day

of school last week, we experienced what for some of us will be our last ever school picture day. You could feel the nervousness in the air when students were waiting to have their photos taken. The relief felt by them once they had finished with their pictures was quite evident as well. The general feeling of students towards picture day was summed up by Grade 12 student Raven Salter: For me it is a love-hate kind of relationship. I am really excited and really scared at the same time over whether my pictures will turn out good or bad. This could be my last year so I hope these ones turn out really well!”

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Registered Disability Savings Plans now more flexible Under a variety of proposals in the 2012 federal budget, Canadians with Registered Disability Savings Plans (RDSPs) will have greater flexibility to make plan withdrawals; the list of those eligible to be plan holders has also been temporarily expanded. Here is a brief list of the RDSP changes. Plan holders Before those changes, when an RDSP was first established for an adult disabled beneficiary, the holder of the plan had to be the disabled beneficiary, unless that person was contractually incompetent, in which case the holder had to be their guardian or legal representative. Under the new measures, between now and December 31, 2016, certain family members (a spouse, common-law partner, or parent of the disabled individual) may become RDSP plan holders for an adult whose capacity to enter into a contract is in doubt. Reduction in the clawback amount to make it proportional Under the previous rules, when an amount was withdrawn from an RDSP, all the Canada Disability Savings Grants (CDSGs) and Canada Disability Savings Bonds (CDSBs) paid into an RDSP in the preceding 10 years had to be repaid to the government. A proportional repayment rule is now in place that applies when a withdrawal is made from an RDSP in 2014 or later. For every $1 withdrawn from an RDSP, $3 of any CDSGs or CDSBs paid into the plan in the 10 years preceding the withdrawal must be repaid, up to the maximum of the assistance holdback amount – which is generally defined as the total amount of bonds and grants paid into an RDSP within a particular 10-year period.

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EMC News - Last week was an exciting one in the nest. On Wednesday we had our first ever RedHawk roundup! Now, for those who don’t know what that is, it is basically a pep rally, but with more emphasis on school clubs. Some of the school clubs highlighted were: students’ council (a student-run and lead group that organizes many events in the school and helps with several events in the community as well), formal (run by Ms. Dowdall, it organizes and raises funds for the grad dinner in June), art club, Link crew (a group of senior students who make it their job to see that Grade 9 students transition smoothly into high school life), environmental club, and GSA (gay straight alliance). Also shown in the presentation was the SFDCI lipdub, which can be found on www.youtube.com. One of the sports-related

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Legion Branch 95 prepares for busy fall schedule LEGION NEWS Monday night bridge is another activity that is well attended at the Legion in the main Lancaster hall at 7 p.m. This event is organized by the bridge club that is very supportive of the Legion. They are always looking for new members. For additional information contact Don and Ivy Grant at donandivy@cogeco.ca Bid Euchre is run each Monday evening in our Canadian Room 7 to 9 p.m. Contact the Legion at 613-283-2690 for more information. Our Ladies Auxiliary runs a Bowling League on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. at Gratton Lanes. This league is a “FUN” league and open to non-Legion members. Contact Donna McRae @ 613-283-7528. The local Horticulture Society has monthly meetings the third Tuesday of each month in the Lancaster Hall at 7 p.m. Contact Lorna Stewart at ls2rt@yahoo.ca for more information. I couldn’t finish off the year without thanking the Horticulture Society for their hard work keeping our flower beds well groomed and as well as decorating the large barrels for the holiday season. Tuesday night darts will start up again in September as well as the Friday night blind draw. These functions are open to non-Legion members; Contact Wayne Foster at 613-2830591 for more information. Ladies Sunday darts will start up again September with the first one Sept. 23. This is a

fun league and open to non-Legion members. Contact Donna McRae @ 613-283-7528. The 60 Club holds their meetings twice a month on Tuesday afternoons in the Canadian Room. This group is open to non-Legion members. Contact Dawn Dunlop at 613283-4492 for more information. Bingo is available every Thursday night in our main hall. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and bingo starts at 7 p.m. A full canteen is available from 4:30 to 7 p.m. This event is open to the public and our bingo chairman encourages all Legion members to offer their services to work at this event. Contact Wayne Foster at 613283-0591. We are still able to provide assistance to all veterans. Please contact the office at 613-283-2690. Coming events • Legion Church Service, Nov. 4 • Nov. 11 Services, Dinner • Santa Parade, Nov. 25 •New Years Dance, Dec. 31 • New Years Levee, Jan. 1 More information on these and other events will be advertised. We have a variety of air conditioned, licensed halls to be rented out for that special occasion or just a get together of family or friends, or meetings. Contact the office at 613-2832690 to book your event early. Submitted by Carol Levere, Legion Branch 95 president.

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EMC News - Summer is over and while we were busy with hall bookings and functions, it is now time to start thinking about the busy schedules ahead of us. Our house chairman and his many versatile volunteers were very busy over the summer doing some minor and major renovations to our Lounge area. Our 585 Air Force Cadet Liaison Keith Anderson presented the prestigious Legion medal at their review in June. “Legion Week” starting Sept. 16 and is a very important time to think about and honour our veterans. We had our veterans’ appreciation luncheon on Wednesday. This was our way of saying “thank you” for what they gave for all Canadians. We are in the process of partnering with Blake Seward from the local high school and Heritage House Museum on a special project researching Second World War and its Veterans. Heritage House and the High School will be showcasing many of our artifacts from the First World War and Second World War. TGIF’s started Sept. 14 and run every two weeks. Full course dinners will be served from 6 until 7 p.m. with entertainment following. For hockey fans attending the Bears games, stop in for dinner and then head to the arena. Jamborees is held the third and fifth Sunday of each month from 1 to 6:30 p.m. Many talented musicians volunteer their time to entertain for your listening or dancing pleasure. A full course dinner is served at 5 p.m.

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First CASE blitz results in no charges By STAFF

EMC News - The following information comes from the regular Council session held Monday, Sept. 17, 2012.

Smiths Falls app approved

Council formally approved receipt of a $1,500 Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corporation grant to purchase the key to an iPhone application that will provide a welcome screen and links to anyone driving in the general area of town. Council approved a 17-month service fee of $2,000 with the town picking up $500 provided a full report including usage is provided at the end.

DBA update

Councillor Shawn Pankow announced the Downtown Business Association (DBA) plans to host a Strawberry Festival in June 2013. Further details to follow. In other DBA updates, the councillor noted free 20-minute long access to WiFi will soon be available in the downtown core. The downtown benches and garbage cans have also been delivered and will be installed shortly.

Dog park update

Councillor Jay Brennan delivered a presentation to council this week noting a total of $4,125 has been raised by the Off Leash Dog Park Committee. The town has also set aside a maximum of $10,000 in matching funds for the project, which is estimated to cost a total of $54,000. An artist’s concept of the park was presented this week with a third of an acre proposed for the small dog park and 1.2 acres for a larger dog park. “We envision pathways through it,” Brennan said. The committee is now launching a corporate and service club appeal with a variety of naming rights up for grabs. For more information log on to www.smithsfalls.ca or call the town at 613-283-4124.

Regional conference update

Councillor Chris Cummings provided a brief update regarding his attendance at the recent Ontario East Municipal Conference held Sept. 12 to 14 in Kingston. There he took part in a session that looked at how to measure the performance of economic development departments. Cummings said he looks forward to speaking with director Bob Cheetham on this item in the future. “I think there’s some really good information for our community to take advantage of,” Cummings said.

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In his second proclamation of the night, mayor Staples proclaimed Sept. 28-30 as Culture Days in Smiths Falls and encouraged everyone to come out and celebrate what makes Smiths Falls unique. A complete list of activities is available at www.culturedays.ca. - S.R.

can track how the community is reacting to various enforcement approaches. “We can track how it goes from year-to-year,” Labelle said. The Community Alcohol Safety and Enforcement program (CASE) blitz is a new preventative effort by Ontario police services to protect the citizens they serve. The provincial program will focus on the patio/boating season and the lead-up to back-to-school in the hopes of shining a light on responsible drinking habits and increase the public’s understanding of this important regulation as similar blitzes for seatbelts and drinking and driving have done.

Red light leads to impaired driver POLICE NEWS

EMC News - On Sept. 15, 2012 an officer was on patrol at the intersection of Beckwith and Elmsley streets when it is alleged they observed a vehicle run a red light. A 56-year old Kingston man was charged with Impaired Operation of a motor vehicle and Over 8 mgs. He was later released from custody. The allegations have not been proven in court.

Impaired driver On Sept. 15, 2012 police received a report from a witness who observed a driver enter into a local restaurant. It is alleged that the passenger, who was under the influence of alcohol, took the vehicle, almost running over the driver as he tried to stop him. The vehicle was stopped by police and a 28 year-old Smiths Falls man was arrested for Impaired Operation of a motor vehicle and Over 80mgs. He was later released on a promise to appear for a later court date. The allegations have not been proven in court. Incident results in several charges On Sept.16, 2012 police commenced an investiga-

tion that occurred during the early morning hours of the 15th-16th of September. A 20 year-old Smiths Falls male entered into the home of an ex girlfriend and threatened her, her friends and her family. The male had also damaged a residence and a vehicle belonging to the female’s friend. The male was charged with three counts of mischief, two counts of uttering death threats, uttering threats to damage property and unlawfully in a dwelling. He was held in custody pending a bail hearing. His name has been withheld to protect the identity of the victim. Smiths Falls Police Service urges anyone with further information regarding these incidents, or similar incidents to contact our service at 613283-0357. Information may be provided anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

During these one-week campaigns, local police will be looking for such infractions as serving minors and permitting disorderly behaviour – things that put public safety at risk in licensed establishments. Key components of CASE include: • Promoting public safety and enjoyable licenced establishments for the entire community, • Heightened inspections and enforcement activities by uniform officers, • Focusing inspections and enforcement on five key areas: (1) serving a minor, (2) intoxication, (3) permitting of disorderly behaviour on premise, (4) overcrowding, and (5) after hours

service, • Ensuring reporting by police of any and all enforcement and relevant information in a timely manner to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), • Promoting accountability by all license holders to operate in a legal and safe manner. The Smiths Falls Police Service already works closely with the AGCO year round, but is pleased to see this formalized partnership take place. This new province-wide liquor licences program was developed by the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) and the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO).

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EMC News - Police report that Smiths Falls’ first bi-annual liquor licence blitz resulted in no charges laid. “We’re pleased with the results of the program and the fact that there was 100 per cent compliance with the liquor licence laws,” said Staff Sgt. Rick Labelle. From Aug. 27 to Sept. 3 police officers regularly checked the town establishments who carry a liquor licence and stepped up this unscheduled review to a nightly visit throughout the weekend with no charges laid. Blitzes like this are invaluable for law enforcement as it provides measurable data that

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EMC News - The Terry Fox Run was held at the Lions Club in Elgin on Sunday with a number of devoted participants taking part, including: (bottom right) Lioness Carol Haapala. Above, Lion Keith Haskins collects donations along the route along with Lion president Marcel Lamirant. Photos by KATHY BOTHAM

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EMC News - The historical Rideau Hotel sold some of its memorabilia on Saturday, Sept. 15 at an auction at the Comfort Inn. Past patrons and antique collectors had a room full of items from doors, signs and even old liquor licences to bid on. Auctioneer, Frank Burns (top left) kept items moving along to those who wished to take home a part of the old structure while Garry Rodford holds a key board. Photos by KATHY BOTHAM THE EMC - SF14 - Thursday, September 20, 2012

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Bridge naming honours former area resident something like this. It’s been so nice for us to have this,” Rivoire said. The Lackey family spent six-and-a-half years on Manitoulin Island where Const. Lackey was eager to begin his career as a police officer. In that time the local officer operated with an air of fairness and compassion that left a lasting impression on the small community, including its aboriginal residents. He served on the Horse Club, taught Sunday school and delivered Christmas hampers during the holidays. “He was really well thought of and I think that’s the way he’s remembered,” said his wife, Jean Mulville. Selecting the Graham Creek Bridge is very significant for the family as it is close to the site where Const. Lackey was hit and was a common landmark for his children while living on the island. “We went over that bridge

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EMC News - Forty years after a tragic accident took Const. Lloyd Lackey from his wife and four children, plans are under way to honour his service with a bridge dedication on Manitoulin Island. Friends and family from the Kemptville and Smiths Falls area are now making travel arrangements for the 2013 summer dedication an hourand-a-half past Sudbury. “I know there’ll be a lot of people from here go,” said Cathy Rivoire, oldest daughter of the late OPP officer. “It’s an honour.” Plans to rename the Graham Creek Bridge in Honora, Ontario in honour of the late Const. Lackey have been worked on for at least a year-and-a-half by former coworkers and retired OPP officer Robert Smith and retired Manitoulin Staff Sgt. Ron Roy. They successful received Northeast Town Council support for their efforts this summer cementing the renaming to go forward sometime next July or August. Specific details are still being hammered out, but the family has been told the ceremony and recep-

every day on the bus to school,” Rivoire said. On Sunday, July 16, 1972 Const. Lackey was on duty and returning to the Little Current detachment office from a call in M’Chigeeng First Nation when his car was hit head-on by a drunk driver. Const. Lackey died at the age of 41 in uniform. “It’s what he wanted to do all his life,” Rivoire said of her father’s career. She was 15 years old at the time of the accident and the only one of the family on the island. Her mom and three younger siblings (ages 12, eight and 21.5 months at the time) were in Franktown, Ont., visiting family when a Perth police officer knocked on the door with the news. Since then Rivoire has felt her father and best friend’s presence with her in a variety of little ways. “I swear to God he’s my guardian angel,” Rivoire add-

ed. “It seems like he’s still on duty.” Since his untimely death, Const. Lackey has received a number of honours including having his name on plaques listing fallen officers in Ottawa, Toronto and Sudbury. It was during the Sudbury fallen officer presentation that Rivoire was asked to make a speech. She saw her father’s badge and realized the number is the same as her civic address in the Smiths Falls area. Lackey’s daughters recently made a trip back to his first police posting this summer to visit the bridge that will bear their father’s name and reconnect with friends. “It’s like a family,” Rivoire said of the community. “It’s like you’ve never been gone.” Please see future issues of the Record News EMC for details on the dedication plans as they are made available.

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Bears complete first weekend sweep of rival Canadians I thought we played very well in the tournament (opening showcase Sept. 7 to 9) and yet we only had an overtime win to show for it.” Bears got past Cumberland 6-5 in OT on Sept. 8 in Kanata. “We scored 12 goals in the tournament and had 12 scored against us. We did better last week (three wins in as many games). But obviously we still have a lot of work to do.” Smiths Falls has sparkled on offence ringing up a CCHL leading 25 goals in five outings to date. They have also surrendered 18, the highest total in the league. “It’s a much better start than last year though,” Grady says, tongue-in-cheek. His Bears hibernated through the beginning of the last campaign going winless in seven games. “Consistency is what we are looking for this year. There are going to be peaks and valleys. Over half the team is 17 and 18 (years of age). “Starting strong is good. But this is September. It’s really early,” the veteran junior hockey coach states, adding that a lot will happen over the course of a 62-game campaign. “We’ve played some decent hockey. But we’ve got to get a lot better.” Bears win in Carleton Place Saturday was thanks mainly to the work of veteran goalie Patrick Martin. He kicked out 32 shots to give Smiths Falls their first home and home sweep against their division rivals. The visitors improvised a win despite being out chanced 34-21 and out played territorially. Smiths Falls led 2-1 and 3-2 at the intervals. Chris Maniccia, Michael Buonincontri and rookie defenceman Peter Soligo each contributed a goal and one assist.

Centre Alex Globke triggered a pair of goals in a losing cause for Carleton Place. An early evening crowd of nearly 400 took in the action. The first game of the set was Bears’ season opener. It was played Friday night in front of 422 at the new Memorial Community Centre and the score was identical to Saturday. And just like Saturday the hosts dominated, but on this occasion they were rewarded for their efforts! The Bears held a slim 3534 edge in shots and they led 3-1 and 3-2 at the breaks. Nic Marchand netted a pair of powerplay goals, just over three minutes apart, late in the first period. The game’s first star Connor McLaren, who connected for the first goal of the night, set up both of Marchand’s strikes. Buonincontri also scored on the powerplay as Smiths Falls took advantage of 17 Carleton Place penalties. Globke, a 19-year-old native of Waterford, Michigan scored his first goal in a Canadians’ shirt. He also set up Brandon Seatter’s first period tally. Home sweet home The Bears will be looking to build off their 2-0 home record with four straight matchups at the Memorial Community Centre over the next week. It starts this Friday, Sept. 21 when they host the Yzerman Division-leading Kanata Stallions. Opening face-off is at 7:30 p.m. Sunday afternoon at 2:30 p.m., the Gloucester Rangers (the only team to beat the Bears so far this season), will be in town. Next Tuesday at 7:30 p.m., the Brockville Braves will be here. And the homestand wraps up next Friday, Sept. 28 against the Cornwall Colts.

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Smiths Falls Bears goalie Patrick Martin goes down low to block a shot during Friday’s home opener against the Carleton Place Canadians. Martin made more than 90 saves in three games last week, helping the Bears to an overall 4-1 record so far this season. For his efforts, he’s earned CCHL player of the week honours.

Bears goalie named CCHL player of the week EMC Sports – After a bit of a shaky start to his season, Bears goalie Patrick Martin has come into his own. And after backstopping Smiths Falls to three big wins in four days, the Ottawa native was named the Central Canada Tier 1 Junior A Hockey League Corporate Hype Player of the Week.

The 20 year-old goaltender led the Bears to a perfect 3-0 week with a win against the Ottawa Junior Senators and two victories over the Carleton Place Canadians. Martin boasted some outstanding numbers with a 2.00 goals against and an impressive .939 save percentage.

His overall 4-1 record is one of the major reasons that Smiths Falls sits atop the Robinson Division for the season thus far. Honorable Mentions were forwards Luc Deschamps (Ottawa Jr. Senators) and Stephen Hrehoriak (Pembroke Lumber Kings).

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PATRICK MARTIN Patrick Martin, goalie with the Smiths Falls Jr. A Bears, was a major reason the club was a perfect 3-0 last week. The Ottawa native was outstanding in posting the three victories including back-toback wins over arch rival Carleton Place Canadians Friday and Saturday.

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EMC Sports – The Smiths Falls Bears spoiled the party for Carleton Place Canadians Saturday. In fact they ruined the entire weekend for them. The Bears dumped the Canadians in their home opener 4-2 after having done the same thing to their arch rival the night before in Smiths Falls by the same score. The “twin killing” boosted the Bears’ record to 4-1, good for first place not only in the Robinson Division standings but the entire Central Canada Hockey League (CCHL). The Canadians, who’d entered the weekend undefeated through three games, saw their record drop to 3-2. Smiths Falls has started the new schedule strong and the weekend sweep of the Canadians is also significant for another reason. Since the Canadians became the CCHL’s newest entry in the fall of 2009 they have dominated the Bears. The teams have played several back-to-back games in an effort to build interest and fan support for their “Highway 15” rivalry. The weekend sweep represents a first for the Bears. In fact in three full seasons Carleton Place compiled an impressive 13-5 record against Smiths Falls including a 4-2 mark last season. Respects opponent Smiths Falls head coach Mark Grady has nothing but respect for Carleton Place, a team that has excelled since joining the Tier 1 Junior A league four years ago. “Clarkey (Canadians’ head coach Jason Clarke) runs an excellent program in Carleton Place. “We were lucky on the weekend. We caught them when they were missing some guys (due to injury). It could be very different the next time.

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Karate school marks 25th anniversary in town a single decision to take action. That happened about 30 years ago when McNamara was a new father and in need of a release of stress from the day-to-day life. He was introduced to martial arts while wrestling at the national level. Many times he would get to know other wrestlers only to find out that one type of martial art was at the base of their wrestling. McNamara would train in Ottawa three times-aweek for five years before his instructor, Master Saeki Sensei conferred upon him the appointment of his own dojo as a certified instructor with the Japan Karate Association (JKA). “I’ve met such wonderful people,” McNamara said of his years of instruction. In that time he has watched his own children develop and mature through karate, including his son, Nathaniel who will compete in this fall’s youth championship. “We’ll be third generation Karate,” McNamara said. His grand son has begun the Karate Kubs classes at his Cornelia Street school. The Smiths Falls Japan Karate Association offers a variety of children and adult

By STACEY ROY sroy@perfprint.ca EMC Business - Since 1987 Sensei Dave McNamara of the Smiths Falls Japan Karate Association has been teaching self-discipline and fitness to area youth. This month the local instructor and his students celebrated their silver anniversary with a barbecue, but McNamara feels the real celebration will be had at the first national youth karate championships to be hosted in town this November. “That will be the pinnacle of this school,” he said. The all-day event Nov. 17 at Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute will welcome belts from across the nation and the world, including representatives from area schools. “I would love to see all the local Shotokan Karate schools and students to please participate in this (inaugural) event. I hope this gets bigger and bigger,” McNamara said. The Smiths Falls instructor sees the use of karate as a means of learning self-discipline and other essential skills that are transferable throughout life. “This gives them an idea about life skills that’s invaluable,” he said. The journey to his own dojo began much like his student’s journey to a black belt - with

programs, including a new class launched just this month - Combat Cardio. McNamara decided to offer a cardio offshoot of his school after hearing from his students they wanted more cardio challenge. The classes run Monday and Wednesday nights from 6 to 7 p.m. and include three 20-minute cardio sessions with three stretching breaks. “It is kicking and punching,” McNamara added. “There’s always enough left to kick something.” The local instructor is using his 41-years of Karate training to form the basis of this cardio program. Ultimately, McNamara would like to see the program grow to 30 to 40 members with specialized programming for athletes. He does plan to introduce a special guest instructor this year, though full details were not available by deadline this week. McNamara’s dream is to open a full-service martial arts and fitness centre that he could one day hand down to his son, Nathaniel who is currently a purple belt. “I’d like to be a sensei,” Nathaniel said. Submitted photo

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Kingston duo takes home doubles lawn bowling trophy By STAFF

EMC Sports - Mike Rehner and Eleanor Henderson of Kingston earned the 2012 Jim Findlay Doubles Tournament trophy following a successful day of lawn bowling at the Smiths Falls site. The Friday, Sept. 7 event

welcomed a number of teams from the region, including the Kingston pair who scored 54+4 that day for the three game score. Three game high score went to Rico Sylvestro and Flo Barclay from Galetta (47+4). Two Game high score

was Ray Wanstall and Terry Hammond of Brockville, while the one game high was taken home by Wayne Daley and Suzanne Erikson of Deep River (38+3). Congratulations to all participants on a good day.

EMC Sports - At right, Patricia Garvin and Bill Sheffield of the Goulbourn Club talk strategy Sept. 7 during the championship round against Kingston at the annual pairs tournament at the Smiths Falls Lawn Bowling Club. The game was intense with both sides bringing their ‘A’ game in an effort to capture the trophy. Above, Garvin lines up her bowl. Photos by STACEY ROY

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Good soaking a refreshing change at local course By THE GLENNER

EMC Sports - First thing – two inches of rain on Saturday. What a welcome refreshment to the course and everyone looking for rain! Even after a few short hours,

the grass was recovering and all the puddles were nowhere to be seen. Thank you Mother Nature. Second – Ray’s Day on Sunday. What a special day with family and friends

honouring a local icon Ray Gariepy in a day with Ray’s Rules, a putting toss and Steve and Brent shooting for a million dollars. Combine these with a perfect day for golf, the low score of 48 by Rick, Barry, Keven and Tim, two $5,000 holes-in-one up for grabs, barbecue lunch, dinner, prize table and the delightful touch added by Hugh Colton as master of ceremonies. A permanent reminder will be the crimson maple planted behind eight green by members of Ray’s family. Thank you for a venue that will make a sizable contribution to Make A Wish Eastern Ontario.

Tuesday Industrial Rain cancelled Tuesday night golf. Our long drive for the night went to the Intersectional Team as they drove all the way from Metcalfe. With only two weeks left on the schedule the race for the Hal Rocky Rockburn Trophy is looking like a three-team race as the first place teams are playing head to head this Tuesday and un-

less they tie one team will pull two wins ahead of the log jam in fourth place and basically eliminate everyone but Donnie’s Boys, Players and Brew By You. Wednesday Twilight Men Wednesday was another awesome night for golf, with many taking advantage of the great weather. Once again we had a very nice prize table courtesy of Andress’ Independent. The format this week was play your own ball. Team standings are close and time is running out so encourage your teammates to play as many times as possible to increase your odds of winning the coveted trophy. The Roosteraunt Closest to the Pin winners: Kevin Kinch on eight. He will be going for breakfast courtesy of The Roosteraunt. Chris Wheeler had the longest drive on No.1 winning him a gift certificate to The Roosteraunt. Big Winners: 50/50 Dave Rice; Chase the Ace, Barry Thompson. The hidden hole for the skins Wednesday was

hole No. 2. Gord Hicks and Clare Sanderson both made very tough putts for birdie and took home $35 each. Pro shop prize - Sefton Osbourne won a very nice Mizuno long sleeve golf shirt. Putting Contest - It seemed as though no one was going to sink the putt, but finally Glen MacPhail hammered it in to win $20.

Thursday Twilight Ladies There were 92 Golfers, 81 for dinner. Tormac Tree Service had a prize table piled high with wonderful prizes for a large number of our gals. Mystery Lady draw and the lucky winner was Lynne Asselin. The burgs should taste good after cooked on that nice barbecue Lynne! Another great sponsor, Get Junk Away, Scott and Trish McConnell, had many hole prizes available plus a beautiful Mystery Lade package that was won by Kay Hover. Barry Thompson from Pankow Financial was our other Mystery Lady sponsor and offered a great bucket full of, well, a surprise. Only

Eileen McNeely can shine some light on what the bucket contained as she was the lucky winner. Burns Jewellers’ Closest to the Pin $50 gift certificate winner was Leona Herns and runner-up recipient of Breakfast for Two, compliments of The Roosteraunt was Lorraine Hann. Get Junk Away holes prizes: Longest Drive – Judy Meraw and Leslie Moore; Closest to Pin – Tammy Costello and Robyn Cyr; Best Overall Score – Jackie Hewitt; Lowest Score – Linda Kirkham. Other winners were Norma Wright and Cheryl Johnston and Lois LeBlanc. Another huge thank you needs to go out to Travis Smith, CPGA for golfing a hole with the gals and giving tips to everyone on the back 9 this week and for being out on the front 9 the previous week. Travis also mentioned to me that he has a special rate for anyone that belongs to our Thursday Night Ladies who sign up for a lesson or two. Robyn Cyr was the weekly draw winner.

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TOWNSHIP OF DRUMMOND/NORTH ELMSLEY NOTICE OF NOMINATION FOR OFFICE

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MUNICIPAL BY- ELECTION TAKE NOTICE THAT pursuant to Section 65 of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, a By-election shall be conducted in the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley in the County of Lanark on November 19, 2012 for the office of COUNCILLOR - NORTH ELMSLEY WARD.

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ARE YOU INTERESTED IN RUNNING FOR MUNICIPAL OFFICE??? Nominations for the position of COUNCILLOR – NORTH ELMSLEY WARD must be made on the prescribed form available at the Municipal Office or on the Township’s website. Nomination forms must be filed, either in person or by an agent, with the Returning Officer of Drummond/North Elmsley Township during regular business hours up to and included October 4, 2012 and between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Friday, October 5, 2012 (Nomination Day).

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Golf trivia question: Which Open champion said the following: “Is winning the Open worth a million pounds? Well, it’s worthwhile winning it – I would recommend it to anybody.” Answer: B. Sandy Lyle This week’s question: Who was the last player to win the U.S. Open on his first try? A. Francis Ouimet B. Jack Nicklaus C. Ernie Els D. Arnold Palmer See next week’s article for the answer.

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EMC Sports - Ron Hughes of the Smiths Falls Lawn Bowling Club lines up his shot before letting the bowl go Sept. 7 at the Doubles tournament.

EMC Sports - Our friends at Molson’s sponsored the Sept. 13 edition of the Thursday Night Men’s Twilight, offering up a great prize table on what was a beautiful evening for golf. The format was scramble, with the team of Garth Hannah, Dan Hedderson, Shawn Stansel, Jeff Hinton, and Nate O’Neill posting the low A Division score on the front side. Peter Cahill, Paul Cadeau, Ron Brus, Claire Minielly, Warren Garton, and Byron

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