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Perth requests a seat at Highway 7 discussions

IN BRIEF Back to school Elementary pupils and highschool students will be hitting the books after the long weekend. Classes start on Tuesday, Sept. 7 for students at public schools in the Upper Canada District School Board, as well as Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario schools. Keep in mind that driving safety is paramount as children begin to make their way to and from school this fall.

Gas leak at St. John Elementary Construction at St. John Elementary School damaged a gas line and forced residents to evacuate a two-block radius around the school last Tuesday. A back hoe digging along a fence at the school damaged a two-inch natural gas line, causing it to leak, said Perth police Chief Pat Capello. The incident happened at around 10:45 a.m. on Aug. 24. Enbridge gas workers were on the scene and stopped the leak shortly after, but residents in the area were asked to leave their homes for about an hour as a precaution, Capello said. The latest gas leak wasn’t as serious as a gas main rupture on Wilson Street on May 17, Capello said. Construction on Wilson Street damaged a four-inch gas main and businesses in the area had to shut down for most of the day.

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Designing history A Perth woman is combining historical research and craftsmanship in her new clothier business. A3

Singing for Pakistan Local youth showcased their talents to raise money for flood relief efforts in Pakistan last week. A4

BY LAURA MUELLER laura.mueller@perthcourier.com The Perth area is set to be represented during provincial discussions about expanding Highway 7. Mayor John Fenik said he met with transportation Minister Kathleen Wynne during the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference in Windsor, Ont. from Aug. 15 to 18. “I told her that the Highway 7 study is so important to us, and so is the bypass,” Fenik said. Wynne announced that Highway 7 corridor study in July during a visit to a construction site along the highway in Carleton Place. The study will look at the corridor as a whole, from Ottawa to Peterborough. During her visit to Carleton Place on July 20, Wynne said she understands that Highway 7 is “extremely important” to eastern Lindsey Tulloch, a participant in the Canada World Youth program based in Perth, and Asha Richens (back) rock out during Saturday’s Art Ontario and the province has of Being Green Projects festivities at the Middleville Fairgrounds. For to look at other sections of the Laura Mueller photo road. That the ministry is even more on the events, turn to page 2.

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starting a transportation plan acknowledges the highway has to be looked at, she said. Local involvement in the study would ensure that the concept of a bypass road would remain on the radar. The town has tried for decades to gain traction on building a road that would reroute transport trucks away from Perth’s downtown streets. “I volunteered and asked if we could have a seat on that committee. She was very appreciative,” Fenik said. “I’m afraid that the bypass will fall off the radar if there is no local involvement.” Fenik said he would like to see some discussion on the possibility of routing an expanded, four-lane Highway 7 behind Mississippi Lake, where it could connect to County Road 43. That’s an idea he has heard coming from the provincial level, as it would save the government millions of dollars by removing the need to rebuild bridges that exist along See ‘Perth requests’, Pg. A3

Solar farm outcry stuns developer BY LAURA MUELLER laura.mueller@perthcourier.com

the 10-megawatt solar project, which is in its beginning stages. Tom Hockin, director of solar business development for Northland, said that while residents have raised similar concerns about the nine other solar projects it is developing, “There is a general feeling of support elsewhere. “Not one of them has been remotely like this,” Hockin said. “This one is very unique.” Support was in short order at the meeting in Tay Valley, with only one man in attendance raising his hand in approval of

the development.

Environmental, land value concerns expressed

Louis Sirios and Chandra MarThe meeting was a chance for tens spent two years looking for Northland representatives to the perfect rural retreat for their gather concerns and information disabled daughter. that will be used to fine-tune plans Now the Ottawa couple is for a solar farm. One of the main devastated that the old stone concerns presented at the meeting farmhouse they found on Narrows was potential devastation to the Lock Road will be surrounded on habitat. Forest covers about a three sides by thousands of solar third of the 85-hectare (210-acre) panels and 2.5-metre high fence. privately-owned property, and Martens and Sirois told their there are two wetlands within its story to a meeting of about 80 boundaries. people who are interested in the Hockin said Northland has solar farm development proposed for the Stanleyville area. The meeting took place at the Tay Valley Township municipal office on Thursday, Aug. 26. While the meeting started off as an informal meet-and-greet with visitors reading posters and chatting with developers, Martens brought in a ladder to stand on after about an hour and took control of the meeting, saying that people deserved to have their questions heard and answered in an open format. “Some medium-security prisons have better views than we will,” she said. “We’ll see them in court.” What followed caught developers off guard. Angry residents peppered a trio of representatives Chandra Martens commands attention during a meeting about a from Northland Power with proposed solar farm surrounding Martens’ property on Narrows Lock Laura Mueller photo questions and accusations about Road in Tay Valley Township.

not asked the county to exempt it from a tree-cutting bylaw that prevents clear-cutting, and said the company is still determining where the panels will be placed on the site. Hockin said solar farms are traditionally fenced with 2.5-m fencing and security cameras to protect the valuable panels. Mike Lord, general manager of solar development for Northland, said the company would prefer to leave some trees as a buffer between the solar panels and neighbouring homes. About 10 homes are directly beside or facing the site of the proposed solar farm, and those homeowners expressed anger that their property values have fallen dramatically. Paul Brethour said he moved because of the development and has suffered a financial loss on the home he purchased across the street from the site last July, before planning for the solar farm began. When asked if neighbours would be reimbursed for that loss, Lord said, “Compensation is not part of the project.” Lord said the panels will generate a constant 40-decibel sound, which could be compared to the hum of a refrigerator. One man pointed out that there are likely many historic See ‘Solar farm outcry’, Pg. A3

Perth campus fundraising underway andrew.snook@perthcourier.com Algonquin College’s fundraising effort for the construction of the new Perth campus is underway. The college hopes to raise $1 million through the community of Perth and the A Tay Valley Township found surrounding area. gold in the Yukon as a top finish“It’s a substantial amount, but er in a grueling canoe race. B1 I think now that the project has

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started it seems real to people,” said Lana March, chair of the fundraising campaign. “I just think its very exciting that we’re getting a brand new campus and that they didn’t close the doors.” The total cost of the project is approximately $10.7 million, with $4.2 million coming from the federal government and $4.8 million from the provincial government.

Brenda Rothwell, executive director of the Algonquin College Foundation, said that the college is still in the early stages of reaching out to the community, but has received a positive response so far. She said that the college has already received assistance from the Downtown Heritage Perth Business Improvement Area (BIA), the Rotary Club of Perth

and the Civitan Club of Perth, all of whom have offered substantial donations over the next five years. The BIA has organized a golf tournament fundraiser for the college that will take place on Sept. 12 at the Mapleview Golf and Country Club, with the proceeds going towards helping fund the new campus. The BIA plans to run the tournament annually to See ‘Perth campus’, Pg. A3 410007

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Left: Mary Hass of Renfrew tries on a shawl at the Victory Farm Alpacas with the help of Alanna Riff. Above: A sign in front of a Silent Valley alpaca encouraged visitors to live sustainably. Right: Neil Kudrinko prepares one of his locally sourced dishes – a Greek salad – at the Fresh Air Festival.

Left: Betty Avery and her mom, Jeanette Avery, tried out the hula hoops at the Canada World Youth tent at the Fresh Air Festival on Saturday. Laura Mueller photos

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and produce all raised and grown within 100 miles . Despite having to cut a few items from the buffet due to lagging ticket sales, caterer Neil Kudrinko of Kudrinko’s Country Grocer in Westport provided a colourful array of dishes that were more than 80 per cent local, 95 per cent sourced in Ontario and 80 per cent organic. Those figures helped the festivals gain EcoLogo events certification. James Matsell of International Enviro Auditing was on site to assess the sustainability of the event, from the signs used to point out recycling stations to the use of biodegradable cornbased lids for coffee cups. EcoLogo is North America’s largest and most well-known environmental standard and certification mark. AOBGP’s summer festival is the second event in the world to receive the certification.

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Crafting history through clothes

Perth requests seat at discussions

BY LAURA MUELLER laura.mueller@perthcourier.com A Perth woman is combining her passion for history with her talent for crafting unique garments. While she is too shy to wear her creations to the grocery store, Rhella Loos has garnered attention for her Renaissancethemed outfits during appearances at the Perth World Record Kilt Run and the Smiths Falls Canal, Railway and Chocolate Festival’s new Renaissance fair. But dressing up isn’t just a hobby for Loos. She has recently started a business providing high-quality period garments. Her business, called Invariance, evolved from Loos crafting outfits for herself and her family. “I started making my own costumes when I was 14,” she said. “I wanted to dress up as stuff they weren’t selling in stores.” When she became a mother, Loos’ love of dressing up was passed down to her daughters, who adopted their mother’s love of period costumes. Loos then began fielding requests from friends (and eventually strangers) who wanted her to make clothes and costumes for them. “That’s what it grew out of,” she said. Loos also began making a lot of the everyday clothing she wears because it is difficult to find garments to fit her petite frame. “That was one of the main reasons for me to become a clothier,” she said. The “lost art” of clothiers is something that isn’t taught in schools, Loos said. The term refers to Medieval tailors who presided over a team of about a dozen specialized workers who each worked painstakingly to craft each aspect of a garment by

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the current Highway 7. That plan would be good for Perth and Lanark County, too, hand. Fenik said, because the local While her pieces aren’t cheap – governments wouldn’t incur the prices range from approximately cost of building or maintaining $50 for a simple men’s shirt to the bypass as a municipal road. $1,200 for a custom Florentine gown – Loos says the quality is Solar farm unbeatable. Fenik also met with Brad “The things you buy online Duguid, minister of energy and are cheap and tend to fall apart infrastructure, to discuss the quickly,” she said. proposed 10 megawatt solar proConversely, some of her gar- ject on the Darou Farm property ments such as cloaks are used in Perth. in sparring matches for months The project stalled when Cawithout showing signs of wear, nadian Solar Solutions Inc. she said. (CSSI), the company proposing it, And if you’re looking to gain did not receive the Ontario Power respect in the Renaissance-fair Authority’s (OPA) approval for world, you need accurate and the solar farm. Town officials had professional garments like the hoped there was still a chance it ones she makes, Loos says. “It’s a costume and you wear it one time,” Loos said of “knockoff ” garments available online. “When you go to a fair, they won’t take you seriously.” unmarked graves on thesite, She has taken fashion history which environ-mental consultants courses and revels in the challenge have not identified even of researching details of how though a draft environmental/ garments were constructed in archeological reporthas been different time periods. completed and sent to the She takes that research and Ministry of Natural Resources. combines it with her customers’ requests (whether they want Playing politics traditional outfits made using Since many of the residents’ traditional materials and methods, or more breathable, modern concerns dealt with the process constructions) and drafts her for setting up a solar farm, own patterns. There is no charge Hockin said their concerns might be better directed to MPPs and the for the consultation. She also creates accessories provincial government, which such as bracelets and pouches, created the Green Energy Act. Martens accused Northland of and can construct custom-sized “jumping on the solar bandwagon” canvas Renaissance tents. Loos hails from the Cornwall to cash in on the government’s area, but moved to Perth a year push for green energy. “You’re pushing nine (solar ago when her husband, Robert Loos, enrolled in Algonquin farms) forward because of the College’s heritage carpentry inflated rate,” she said. “It’s for program. She works out of her profit and it’s not thought out.” Some residents expressed conPerth home. Check out Invariance online cern that Northland would not at www.invariance.co.nr, email original_invariance@hotmail. com or call 613-267-5251.

could move forward. Duguid “didn’t commit to anything,” Fenik said. The mayor said he wanted the minister to have an understanding of the financial commitments CSSI had made to preserving the heritage of the Darou farm house, as well the company’s promise of financial contributions to local groups. CSSI pledged to give a total of $420,000 to the town to stabilize and rehabilitate the Darou Farm house, which has been identified as having heritage value as one of the oldest homesteads in town. The company would also give $3,000 each to the Perth and District Food Bank, the Friends of the Stewart Park Festival and

the Youth Action Kommittee annually for 20 years. In addition, CSSI said it would provide $20,000 per year for the next five years to EcoPerth to help facilitate the uptake of renewable energy technologies by local residents and businesses. The town was set to receive $40,000 annually from CSSI leasing the land at Rideau Ferry and Wildlife roads. Fenik said he asked Duguid to look at the Perth solar project as a test case when it considers other similar projects. The minister indicated that there may be another round of OPA solar project approvals in November, Fenik said. With ﬁles from Patricia Lonergan.

Solar farm outcry stuns developer be paying a fair share of taxes on the property. Under the Green Energy Act, solar farms do not need to be rezoned; the Narrows Lock Road site is currently zoned as rural, which has a low tax rate. Lanark County planning assistant Mary Kirkham said the township would likely be able to look to the Assessment Act to set tax rates that are tied to the business’s profits, not the zoning. Hockin said the solar farm stands to generate $3- to $4-million annually for Northland.

A positive light Since so many residents viewed the development in a negative light, Hockin was asked to explain how the solar farm would benefit the local community. “I think Ontario is made up of communities,” he said. “The province wants to create jobs

in the green-energy sector, and I hope that as much of that as possible benefits this community, as part of the province.” Hockin said Northland has been a longstanding member of the communities where its other developments are located, such as a 20-year history with natural gas and co-generation in Cochrane, Ont. “We’re long-term, stable players in the market,” Hockin said.

Next steps Planning for the solar farm is at stage four of a 19-step Renewable Energy Application (REA) process. While the project did receive approval to operate a contract under the renewable energy Feed-In Tariff (FIT) pro-gram run by the Ontario Power Authority, Northland must go through the REA process before plans are finalized.

Perth campus fundraising underway

assist with fundraising for the new campus. The Algonquin Student’s Association (SA) will also be assisting with funding for the new campus. Linda Cooke, dean for the Perth campus, said that the SA will contribute $700,000 to pay for a new fitness centre and a lounge for students. “The Students’ Association is always eager to invest in the success of students,” Jacob San-

cartier, president of the SA wrote in an email. “Expanding the common area, and the creation of a fitness room, will give students space to unwind, relieve stress and renew their energy, and develop friendships outside the classroom. The SA will now have an office on campus to better provide the students with our services. I think the students will be delighted with what they see.” Despite the construction at the

campus, Cooke said that enrolment has remained stable. “We anticipate that the new campus might affect enrolment, but enrolment (this year) is about the same as last year.” The groundbreaking ceremony for the new campus will take place on Sept. 9 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Cooke said that Perth Mayor John Fenik and Minister of Infrastructure Bob Chiarelli will be in attendance.

Construction crews prepare the grounds for the new Algonquin College Perth campus on Tuesday, Aug. 31. A sod-turning ceremony will take place to celebrate the new building on Sept. 9 from noon to 2 p.m. Andrew Snook photo

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NOTICE OF REGULATORY PUBLIC MEETING OFFICIAL PLAN FIVE YEAR REVIEW/UPDATE TAKE NOTICE, that the Township of Lanark Highlands will hold a Regulatory Public Meeting with respect to the five year review of its Official Plan: Date: Thursday, September 9th, 2010 Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: Municipal Office, 75 George St., Lanark, ON K0G 1K0 Section 26(1) of the Planning Act requires that Municipal Official Plan documents be updated no less frequently than every five (5) years. The new Official Plan will update and refine the policies of the current plan to ensure conformity with provincial plans, have regard to matters of Provincial Interest and provide consistency with Provincial Policy Statements, as well as to set a course for the development of the Township over the next 20 years. The proposed revised Official Plan applies to the entire municipality and as such no key map is provided with this Notice. The revised Official Plan will be adopted by the Council of the Township of Lanark Highlands and submitted to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing for final approval. Council will have regard to any written submissions about what revisions may be required and will give any person who attends an opportunity to be heard. Interested parties may also make written submissions directly to the Township at any time during the review process. ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of, or in opposition to the proposed amendments. If a person or public body that files an appeal of a decision of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lanark Highlands in respect of the proposed Official Plan amendment does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Township before the proposed revised Official Plan is adopted, the Ontario Municipal Board may dismiss all or part of the appeal. TAKE NOTICE THAT if a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Township of Lanark Highlands before the proposed revised Official Plan is adopted, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision to the Ontario Municipal Board. Further, if a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Township of Lanark Highlands before the proposed revised Official Plan is adopted, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party. IF YOU WISH TO BE NOTIFIED of the adoption of the proposed revised Official Plan you must make a written request to the Township of Lanark Highlands, at the address below. COPIES OF THE DRAFT OFFICIAL PLAN will be available for viewing at the Township of Lanark Highlands Municipal Office, at the address below during regular office hours. 75 George St., Lanark, ON, K0G 1K0 T: 613-259-2398 ext. 231 • F: 613-259-2291 • E: clerk@lanarkhighlands.ca • www.lanarkhighlands.ca

NOTICE OF ADOPTION OFFICIAL PLAN FIVE YEAR REVIEW/UPDATE TAKE NOTICE, that the Council of the Township of Lanark Highlands will hold a “Special” Council Meeting to adopt the Official Plan: Date: Thursday, Sept. 9, 2010 Time: 7 p.m. Location: Municipal Office, 75 George St., Lanark, ON K0G 1K0 Dated at the Township of Lanark Highlands this 9th day of August, 2010. For further information relating to the Official Plan review process contact: Township of Lanark Highlands Amanda Mabo, Clerk/Deputy CAO 75 George Street, Lanark, ON K0G 1K0 T: 613-259-2398 ext. 231 F: 613-259-2291 E: clerk@lanarkhighlands.ca www.lanarkhighlands.ca

MUNICIPAL OFFICE CLOSED SEPTEMBER 24, 2010 The 8th Annual Staff Golf Day will be held on Friday September 24th, the Municipal Ofﬁce will be closed at 1:30 p.m.

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Council Meeting Schedule: Tuesday, Sept. 7 at 2:30 – Committee of the Whole Tuesday, Sept. 7 at 7:00 – Council Thursday, Sept. 9 at 6:30 – OP Public Meeting Thursday, Sept. 9 at 7:00 – Special Council (Adoption of Ofﬁcial Plan)

PUBLIC NOTICE ADOPTION OF NEW PROCEDURAL BY-LAW TAKE NOTICE THAT, the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lanark Highlands, pursuant to the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, intends to adopt a new Procedure By-Law on Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2010 at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Ofﬁce. Dated at the Township of Lanark Highlands this 11th day of August, 2010. For further information contact: Township of Lanark Highlands Amanda Mabo, Clerk/Deputy CAO 75 George St., Lanark, ON K0G 1K0 T: 613-259-2398 ext. 231 F: 613-259-2291 E: clerk@lanarkhighlands.ca www.lanarkhighlands.ca

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Young musicians performing for Pakistan BY ANDREW SNOOK andrew.snook@perthcourier.com Perth’s young, budding musicians put on a fundraiser to help with relief efforts in Pakistan on Wednesday, Aug. 25 at the Myriad Centre for the Arts. The concert, called A Youth Concert for Pakistan, showcased local talent, with many of the artists playing original works. The proceeds went to Doctors Without Borders’ relief efforts in Pakistan. The event was organized by 19-year-old musician Tim Jackson. “I had been talking about putting together a jazz program for a while,” Jackson said. “All

of these people here are taking music at a post-secondary level. It’s a neat experience and a really good concert.” Jackson entertained the nearly sold-out crowd performing with a variety of artists. The lineup showcased a variety of young artists including: Conlan Flynn, Sydney Jacklin, Sean Jacklin, Graham McVeety, Greg Jackson, Bob Andrews, Campbell Woods, Adam Reid, Greg UphamMills, Chris Jackson, Kenny Dodd, Jake Bornheimer, Aidan Shenkman, Willow Weber, John Andrews and bands Jazz Quartet, Mostly Harmless and Freshly Squeezed. Jackson said that he grew up in

a very musical family. “I’ve grown up with a love for music,” he said. “We all use to listen to Collective Soul going up to the cottage and sing to the top of our lungs.” Jackson said his family have

been involved in a variety of social causes. His father, the late Dr. Gordon Jackson, volunteered many hours of his time with Doctors Without Borders. “They do really good work,”

Jackson said. “They do a lot to help with the refugees.” Jackson will be moving to the Toronto area to pursue a postsecondary certificate in jazz performance at Humber College this fall.

OPP ready for long-weekend blitz BY PERTH COURIER STAFF As people prepare to celebrate the final long weekend of the season, the OPP is preparing for a Labour-Day-weekend safety blitz. OPP officers will be out in full force patrolling Ontario’s highways, waterways and trails targeting aggressive drivers and marine operators. “We are asking everyone to join our efforts by acting responsibly while out enjoying the roads and waterways this upcoming holiday long-weekend,” said OPP Commissioner Chris Lewis. “The OPP will continue to demonstrate our commitment to safe communities by being out in full force and targeting those who put others safety at risk.” So far this year, 205 people have died in traffic-related fatalities in Ontario on OPP-patrolled roadways as compared to 199 in 2009. Marine fatalities are down in

2010 to 17 to date as compared to 27 in 2009. Despite this trend, the OPP continues to respond almost daily to calls from people in distress on waterways. “The increase in the number of fatalities from last year causes the OPP great concern,” said Deputy Commissioner Larry Beechey, provincial commander responsible for OPP traffic safety programs. “This is not acceptable and our stepped-up patrols across the province will be addressing this issue by targeting the aggressive driving and boating behaviours that put the lives and safety of innocent people at risk.” The OPP is calling on all motorists and boaters to keep safety as a priority this long weekend. Slow down and be respectful of others and leave some extra time to get to your destination and keep extra space between you and other vehicles or vessels.

Terry Fox Run turns 30 this year BY ANDREW SNOOK andrew.snook@perthcourier.com The 30th annual Terry Fox Run for cancer research will take place on Sunday, Sept. 19. The fundraising run will take place in both Perth and the Village of Lanark. Perth’s 5-kilometre run will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Conlon Farm Recreation Complex. Lanark’s 5-km run will start at 1 p.m. at the North Lanark Community Health Centre. Both sites are wheelchair, rollerblade and bicycle accessible. In 1977, Terry Fox was diagnosed with bone cancer and had to have his right leg amputated six inches above his knee, he was only 18 years old. After witnessing the suffering of other cancer patients, he decided create the Marathon of

Hope, a fundraising event where Fox would run across Canada to raise money for cancer research. His journey began in St. John’s, Nfld. on April 12, 1980 and sadly ended 143 days on Sept. 1, 1980 in Thunder Bay, Ont. Fox ran 42 km every day for a total of 5,373-km over his incredible journey before being forced to stop due to cancer in his lungs. Fox passed away on June 28, 1981 at the age of 22. Since that time the Terry Fox Run has raised close to $500 million for cancer research. For pledge forms or to volunteer at the Perth site, contact Allison Schmidtke at 613-267-6652, or by email at: aschmidtke@bentall. com. For pledge forms or to volunteer at the Lanark site, contact Kara Symbolic at 613-259-2182, or by email at: ksymbolic@ northlanarkchc.on.ca. For more information on the Terry Fox Run go online to: www.terryfox.org.

Above: Sydney Jacklin performs during A Youth Concert for Pakistan held on Aug. 25 at the Myriad Centre for the Arts. The proceeds went to Doctors Without Borders relief efforts in Pakistan. Right: Emma Bornheimer performs. Andrew Snook photos

COUNCIL BRIEFS Perth council briefs The following matters were discussed by Perth town councillors at the Aug. 24 committee-of-thewhole meeting. Recommendations made at the meeting were to be voted on at the council meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 31 (after the Courier’s press deadline).

Raise in the works for councillors “No bones about it – we simply aren’t paid enough.” That was the message from Perth Mayor John Fenik, who said councillors should consider compensating themselves more for the work they do. “I put in full-time hours as mayor,” Fenik said. He mentioned that Jeff Keays, a mayoral candidate in Smiths Falls, wants to make the mayor’s job full time in that town. “I agree with that,” Fenik said, but he confirmed that he will not introduce a motion to make his position into a full-time job. “The taxpayers of Perth couldn’t afford it. I don’t think we’re big enough,” Fenik said. “We’re not there yet, but maybe somewhere down the line.” “But I do not apologize for a second,” for wanting a raise, Fenik said. “The job is 24 hours – it does not stop when you leave council chambers.” “It’s close to being a full-time job even for individual councillors,” added Coun. Judy Brown. Town clerk Lauren Walton surveyed council members about their work habits and remuneration and will put forward a revised policy for council compensation in

September. The mayor currently receives $18,000 annually from the town, while the deputy mayor receives $12,000 and the five remaining councillors each get $10,650 (a total of $83,250). In Beckwith, which has a population of approximately 700 more people than Perth, the mayor receives $20,856, the deputy mayor receives $15,140 and three remaining councillors receive $12,822 each (a total of $74,462). Fenik currently serves as Lanark County warden and receives an additional $42,900 from the county for that role, while Deputy Mayor Jon Gemmell receives $17,700 from the county. Council also asked that details about council compensation be included in a public information night on Sept. 21 to let residents know how the town operates and inform them about the role of council.

Town ads to appear in the Courier A regular town advertising feature is set to appear in The Perth Courier. Councillors recommended the town sign an advertising contract with the newspaper that will see a “Municipal Matters”-type bulletin appear in these pages on a regular basis. The Township of Lanark Highlands currently runs a similar advertising feature in the Courier, which includes council notices and general municipal information. The move was part of a countywide strategy prompted by Mississippi Mills to consolidate municipal advertising.

Brown said the town advertisements will increase the transparency of the town’s communications with its residents. “Only people who get a water bill get the town newsletter right now,” she said, which excludes people who rent their homes. Town chief administrative officer Tim Simpson confirmed that the advertisements are not connected to the newspaper’s ability to report on council matters.

No fee for re-shingling Councillors recommended cancelling a fee for re-shingling roofs. Fenik originally decried the fee earlier this summer. He became aware that there was a cost for a building permit required to apply shingles to a roof when the mayor undertook his own re-shingling project. Fenik said the fee puts Perth at a disadvantage because neighbouring municipalities don’t charge a fee. “It’s another stake in the heart of small contractors,” Fenik said. In fact, Smiths Falls does charge a fee for re-shingling building permits, but the fee is waived if the value of the repair work is less than $5,000. Fenik said contractors had expressed concern to him about the fee, because they say town inspectors don’t examine the work anyway. Jim Connell, director of protective services, said contractors have a legal obligation to call the town to inspect the work, and if they don’t, town staff just conduct a “drive-by” visual inspection.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Finding the best bang for your buck with local retailers BY PERTH COURIER STAFF The web will be bringing readers the best deals locally now that Flyerland has moved ads from the region’s Metroland papers online. Debbie Frye, general manager at Flyerland.ca, said that since Flyerland rolled out its system to put ads from weeklies in Ottawa last month, residents have gone to more than 550,000 pages. “We are keeping an eye out for August, but we are expecting those numbers to grow exponentially,” she said. “What it means for the reader is that they will have elec-

tronic access to all the ads they are seeing in their local Metroland newspaper, and can now compare prices at more than one retailer locally.” Readers can search for ads by geographic location and get the same deals with coupons that they print out at their home desktop — rather than clipping out the coupons from the paper. Frye said 15 minutes of surfing can save readers $50, by allowing them to do a little comparison shopping. “You can end up spending more money even going to the discount stores if you don’t come prepared

and end up overwhelmed,” Frye said. “Everyone should go shopping with a list.” “We are extremely proud to be providing this value added service to all of our advertisers and readers. Flyerland has seen rapid growth since its launch primarily because users truly enjoy the convenience and terrific savings. Publishing all of the ads from our newspapers will only enrich the local shopping experience for our audience,” said Chris McWebb, publisher of Metroland Media – Ottawa Region, including The Perth Courier. “Flyerland is not only a tre-

COUNCIL BRIEFS Lanark County council briefs Lanark County council voted on the following matters at its April 25 meeting

Money for legal fees Lanark County council approved a $5,000 contribution to the Ontario Good Roads Association (OGRA) to support its efforts to defend municipalities in a legal case involving minimum maintenance standards. Municipalities across the province have been asked to contribute to the legal fund in order to support the municipality’s defence that it complied with maintenance standards. “OGRA maintains the standards are critical for municipalities when mounting a defence against spurious lawsuits stemming from accidents on municipal roads,” stated a press release sent out by the county.

County supports rural postal service Council passed a motion confirming its support for rural post offices and mail

delivery in small communities across the country. Although the county said it supports electronic communication, it recognizes the need for rural mail service. The county asked Rob Merrifield, the minister responsible for Canada Post, to protect interests of rural taxpayers by consulting with stakeholders when considering job cuts, the elimination of services and modernizing/privatizing Canada Post.

mendous shopping tool – but also a friend to the environment, which is a very positive combination,” he said. Flyerland was rolled out about two-and-a-half years ago and is one of the most popular Canadian websites, with more than a million unique users monthly. If a reader logs on in Nepean, Ont. they have access to 61 flyers and countless coupons to take to their local merchants. There are about 400,000 products available on the site from 100 Canadian retailers. “We have about 80 per cent of national advertisers on the site,”

Frye said. “So you can print out a coupon from Payless today and put it with your list and go to the store.” Frye said research from the National Retail Federation shows the average Canadian spends $620 on back-to-school supplies, that’s why they timed Ottawa newspaper ads for the fall. “It was really about simplifying the process of getting the local ads online,” she said. “And now that people have access to those ads and can comparison shop, we are hoping to help them save of those expenses.”

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Reduced speed at County Road 511 S-curve The county is moving forward with plans to improve a curve in County Road 511 near Tatlock Road (County Road 9). A petition with 300 signatures was presented to council in May, asking for the road to be improved and the speed limit increased from 40 kilometres per hour to 80 km/h. Council opted to aim for a 60 km/h speed limit. The county will spend about $300,000 next year to change the alignment of the one-kilometre curve to improve sightlines and safety, said Steve Allan, director of public works for the county.

Groundbreaking Ceremony for the new Algonquin College Heritage Institute (Perth Campus)

Thursday, September 9th

As a member of our community, please join us as we celebrate the renewal of The Algonquin College Heritage Institute. Algonquin College has been a cornerstone of Lanark County for many decades. With your support, the Campus will continue to play a vital role in our community. Agenda: 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m.

BBQ and Student-Spirit Activities Groundbreaking Ceremony

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Mississippi Mills Mayor Al Lunney accepted the silver chain on behalf of town residents that put the town on top during the silver chain cycling challenge. The challenge was issued by Lunney in May as part of Mississippi Mills Bicycle Month as a quest to determine which community in Lanark County has superior cycling spirit. In June, the challenge registered 72 riders throughout the county, with 24,037 cycling kilometres logged. Mississippi Mills received 47.7 per cent of the points in the challenge based on 50 riders from the town logging a total of 12,328 km. On hand for the presentation were Mississippi Mills Coun. Brenda Hurrle, Lanark County Warden John Fenik, Laura Mueller photo and cycling challenge co-ordinators, Jeff Mills and Terri Clarke.

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EDITORIAL OUR OPINION

LETTERS

Election apathy?

Bylaw needed for clean air

olitical enthusiasts don’t have much to get excited about in Perth and area this municipal election season. It’s hard to believe that the deadline for council nominations is in just over a week – on Sept. 10. Aside from slightly more chatty banter around council horseshoes, the sound that characterizes this election season is the chirp of crickets. As of press time, there are no challengers for the top seat in any of the local municipalities: Perth, Drummond/North Elmsley, Lanark Highlands and Tay Valley. While a couple new faces have come forward – most notably in Lanark Highlands – we’ve heard very little from candidates. No promises are being made, no pledges are being declared. For the most part, it’s business as usual in the municipalities. Perhaps it’s because most of the candidates are incumbents who either assume or hope that their reputations and name recognition will be enough to bring them back to council chambers. Apart from Lanark Highlands, the empty echo of council chambers is a sometimes-stark reminder of local apathy towards municipal politics. Even new candidates are frequently missing from council chambers, leaving us to wonder how long it will take them to get up to speed on how the town or township works if they are elected. Heated issues generally get people onto the ballot and out to the polls, as we’re seeing in Lanark Highlands, where a vocal debate over a proposed water and sewer system for Lanark village, an obvious 3-4 voting split on council and a newly formed and very active ratepayers’ association have spurred four new candidates to come forward. Tay Valley could see its share of new blood, too, with three new faces putting their names forward. Conversely, Perth and Drummond/North Elmsley each only have one brave new soul who has decided to test the waters so far. It’s possible that everyone feels the town and townships are running smoothly as it is, and there is no need for change. Even if that is the case, a healthy dose of competition and debate never hurt the public interest. And perhaps candidates are waiting until nominations close before they hit the hastings. We know we’ll hear more from candidates during a debate being planned by the Perth and District Chamber of Commerce. But we only hope election fever sets in before then. The taxpayers of Perth and area deserve a thorough debate on the issues. And it’s municipal issues that affect people most directly. If you are still considering running for municipal office, now is the time to make your decision. Contact your municipality’s elections returning officer for information on the role of a councillor (much of this is available on municipal websites) and get involved with the business of running your hometown. Keep watching the Courier for profiles of municipal election candidates and election coverage. Tell us what you think. Send letters to editor@perthcourier.com.

Local Landmark In this space each week, we will feature a photo of local interest. Be the first to correctly identify the location or item in the picture by emailing editor@perthcourier.com with the subject line, “Local Landmark,” and your name will be printed in next week’s paper! Marilyn Emery was the first to correctly identify the Conlon Farm skate park in last week’s Local Landmark photo. This week’s landmark marks a place of faith through learning.

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Environmental action is a choice Dear Editor: Re: “Idling fines set to start next year,” The Perth Courier, Aug. 19. An open letter to the town council of Perth: It seems to me that the little bit you do is never enough. I bought a bicycle last week. Not for environmental reasons, but health reasons. Nonetheless I have used that bike so far for five trips back and forth to work a couple of trips to the grocery store and one trip to Subway for a craving. Assuming that my resolve stays the same and as long as the weather is reasonable for riding, this should result in a lot of trips back and forth to work and various other places in and around town that I will no longer be taking in my car. I use reuseable bags at the grocery store, I buy the greener alternatives when I can at the grocery store, I recycle as diligently as I can and I have an electric mower. I’m not perfect at it, but I do try to do my best. Asking people to try and do their best should be enough. Forcing people to do things by fining them will make them resent you and the issue. Signs in the parking lot at Foodsmiths ask you nicely not to idle your car. When I go there, I turn my car off. They asked nicely and it doesn’t need to be running. I agree that your car shouldn’t be idling at most times in the year, but that would be my choice to do so and I don’t believe it is fair to put my choice on everyone. In the middle of January at six in the morning when my car is warming up in the driveway for my ride to work, I should now expect a bylaw officer to drop by to give me a ticket? How about

after a 12-hour night shift, when all that is on most minds is getting home in regular comfort? Is the officer going to patrol the parking lots of local factories placing little presents on windshields? Are you going to ticket people using gas-powered lawn mowers? One lawn mower produces pollutants equivalent to driving 43 new cars 12,000 miles every year! How about people sitting in a drive through? A drive through serving 150 vehicles in an hour is roughly equivalent to the emissions from: • One motorcycle operating at 50 kilometres for an hour. • Two conventional home woodstoves operating for an hour. • Three six-horsepower lawnmowers operating for an hour. I think the proposal is cleverly set up so that it will probably get by most everyone until they are actually handed one of these tickets. Approved on Aug. 10, final stamp on Aug. 31, into effect on June 30, 2011: all in the summertime, so most likely not noticed by the majority until the winter of 2011. Dropping the proposed fine from $75 to $8 just indicates to me that the plan is to hand out more of these tickets. I hope there is no apathy towards this and people make their opinions known, whichever way they lean. But I fear that people that are opposed will do nothing. Most will probably figure it’s only eight bucks and just hope they don’t get caught. Being environmentally conscious should be a personal choice and not forced upon you, otherwise you won’t respect the cause. Mark Creighton, Perth

Dear Editor: Re: “Idling fines set to start next year,” The Perth Courier, Aug. 19. In the past three years I have seen the idling- free signs both in the mountains of the Kooteneys and in downtown Vancouver: “B.C. is Idle-Free: Turn Engine Off.” A community, a government, and a province making choices for a better environment. Choices such as these are not easily reached. We begin with the knowledge that vehicle emissions are unhealthy for people and the environment. We recognize the need to respond to the problem. We look at our small community and hope that we can be proactive for positive change. I believe most people in Perth and District would agree with the why but some of us get bogged down in the how. Education and willingness to try are good starting points. It was under the leadership of Canadian Federation of University Women past president Helen Rutledge that I took a second look at train crossings and began to turn off my car as I waited. Now I look to see how many others take that simple step. Our club members prepared excellent presentations and took them into classrooms. They visited stores, hospitals and schools and signs began to appear: “Anti-idling zone.” Co-operation and caring are powerful tools for progress. Working with EcoPerth and the town council, our present environment committee hopes to see a bylaw passed. It is a fact of life that most people will do what is right and good because it is so. It is also a fact of life that a law is sometimes required to convince others to co-operate in an action they do not support. Being one of the many who complained about the parking rules here in Perth, I recognize that opposition to another bylaw with a fine is understandable. Some creative thinking on the part of council and staff should be able to ease those concerns. We are called upon to adapt to many changes to protect the future of our children. An antiidling bylaw, like the smoke-free decision, will also give each one of us cleaner air to breath today. (I should identify myself as a past president of CFUW Perth and District, and I am proud to be part of a club that works along with so many other excellent clubs and organizations to make our community a better place to live.) Pat Bertrim, Perth

The fine art of vacationing S ince having kids (and sometimes even before then), I have approached vacations with a certain amount of dread. There is all the work-related preparation required to actually be able to go, then the fearsome amount of work awaiting one’s return, not to mention the planning and packing required to actually leave the building. This is especially true when camping or cottaging, I find, as provisions are required that one wouldn’t necessarily need if going on, say, a cruise. Once you arrive there is a fine art to vacationing properly and I seldom achieve it. I’ve heard it said that the ideal length for a holiday is three weeks: one week to unwind, one to enjoy and one to feel bored enough to return. Because my holidays tend to be crammed into seven- to 10-day stretches, it tends to go more like this: During the first two or three days I stress about not being able to relax. For the next couple of days I might actually be able to forget about work, but the last few days are usually punctuated by little pesky stabs of worry about what lies in wait for me in my inbox. Good times. All that aside, though, having a week to reconnect with nature at a cottage really is a blessing, even if I can’t get my addled brain to rest in the moment for more than a couple of days. I am always reminded how much I truly need a few days in the outdoors to feel “right” again. I think we all need this more than we realize. For the better part of a year

the outdoors, I often forget that I, too, need to unplug and enjoy the fresh air, catch frogs with the kids, take pictures of critters and even read a book while sitting on a dock. It’s basic but essential, and so many of us are missing it. A friend of mine who used to live in the country invited me and the kids over one time to see her new home. It featured woods and water and I breathed it all in. She looked at me and said, “I can see you relaxing even as you stand here.” And it’s true. Why is it so hard for us to unplug? And what has happened that has made kids Past Deadline favour screen time over outside time? Sometimes I practically I have been involved with a need a crowbar to wedge my children’s program at Murphys short people out the door and Point called Super Kids In into the backyard, where they Parks, which was designed as claim there is “nothing to do.” a way to get kids like mine off Why don’t they build forts and the computer once a week and ride bikes and make “soup” out teach them a thing or two about of pulled-up grass in a mud nature. puddle like we used to? A kazillion or so studies show Of course these are mostly a huge disconnect between kids rhetorical questions. Things are and nature, which is leading different now. Parents have been to all sorts of nasty things conditioned to be alarmingly like sleep deprivation, low selfprotective and in doing so we run esteem and behavioural the risk of nurturing a bunch of problems. zombies who shun the outdoors Getting kids outside helps and don’t understand their own them to understand how the environment. planet works and to identify with So when I see the way my own the environment. It helps them kids respond and bloom when solve problems. It’s relaxing. It we go camping or cottaging, and can be an elixir to some modern how they remind me of myself woes. It also gets them moving at that age when they’re busy and combating childhood obesity. frolicking, it is good. As much time as I have spent Now I just need to find a way to understanding this and helping make this type of “vacationing” to create this program for part of our everyday, and maybe children so that good people can we’d all feel more “right.” show them a few things about Wish me luck.

Stephanie

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OPINIONS

Carnival for Adam Solar farm turns rural dream A into a nightmare LETTERS

Dear Editor: Re: “Planned TVT solar farm worries neighbours,” The Perth Courier, Aug. 19. An open letter to John Brace, CEO of Northland Power: After two years of searching for a perfect country farm in a rural agricultural setting, two years of viewing properties and visiting towns in the Perth and Westport countryside, we had finally found it: a beautiful six-acre property with a lovely 160-year-old stone farmhouse, surrounded by idyllic views of unspoiled farmland, only one hour from home and 10 minutes to the family cottage – this was the perfect place. With fields to look out at from every window, with a pool and many outbuildings and a barn to explore, and space to walk the fields and view the countryside, it is a perfect place for the children and our dog to escape the hectic pace of the city and my wife’s stressful job as a cancer specialist. It is also the perfect place for our disabled daughter to spend her time with us now and then to live and grow old with a caregiver. After years of hospitalizations for atypical seizures and multiple health problems, we had now found the much sought-after farm: a quiet lovely piece of heaven. Imagine our horror and complete shock, disbelief, and astounding surprise to find out from a new neighbour in casual conversation, just weeks after our purchase, and well into our renovation project, that your company had purchased the rights to the agriculturally zoned land abutting our land to develop a huge industrial project of solar panels! Without notification prior to our purchase, without signage indicating the proposed use of the neighboring land for this new industrial purpose, without any attempt to inform us, the future buyers of the property, of the intended development and use of this beautiful agricultural land surrounding the farm, we innocently invested hundreds of thousands of dollars into this property, with expectations that this was rural farmland for use as such. Due to this lack of notification our farm is now useless for all of the intended purposes. Fifty thousand solar panels are to be erected surrounding our house and land, 10-foot chain link fence with barb wire atop surrounding our property. Floodlights, security systems, roads, wires,

an industrial park, with our land and house in the centre, surrounded, like a maximum security prison. We have lost our investment, financial and emotional, in our property. We have lost our intended, expected use of this idyllic country farm. We have lost our dreams, our children’s dreams, and our disabled daughter’s future home. We cannot believe that our dream has turned into this nightmare, only weeks and months after we had realized it. This is a disaster for us, financially and emotionally. Who would ever have imagined or suspected that a beautiful 160year-old farmhouse surrounded by acres of lovely rural agricultural land could be turned into an industrial project, forever ruined for its intended purpose, destroyed for the profit of your company. With the installation of your industrial project surrounding our home, the following will occur: • The value of our property will be greatly diminished. • The resale potential of this property will be greatly diminished. • Approximately 2,000 running feet of 10 foot tall barb wire topped, chain-link fence, motion activated flood lights and security cameras on three sides of our property will turn our farm into a virtual prison. • Wild life crossing our property will be reduced to virtually nil. • The quality of our water, air, and even the natural sounds we hear will be diminished • The reflections from your 50,000 PV panels may cause seizures for our daughter. I recently received the notice of a public consultation meeting, and have carefully read the online version of the proposal. There are several significant errors in it and I will be asking for clarification at the public meeting. (The meeting took place last week; see page 1. - Ed.) During my meeting with Mr. Hockin, I was very clear with our requests. Your proposal has not clarified any of my concerns. It doesn’t show where the PV panels, 20-plus inverters, new roads or power lines will be situated. It doesn’t address current stands of forest or existing wetlands. It seems as if you haven’t made any concrete plans for this site. The proposal is actually a copyand-paste job you have used for other proposals you have in your development pipeline, errors and

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all. It can only make one wonder if your company actually has the experience to complete this magnitude of rural devastation. As such, we are extremely concerned that your rush to develop this site will not only ruin the value of our farm, and that it will greatly diminish our right to enjoy the rural setting of our farm, but that your development plan is inadequate for public review. We have retained legal counsel who will be looking at your proposal very closely. It is our goal to slow and delay the development of this project until it is thoroughly analyzed with regards to our rights, our property and its value. We plan to involve all levels of government in this process and to bring as much media attention to our plight as possible. Ultimately, we want to stop your project and/or recoup our investment. We plan to attend the public meeting with your company principles in Perth this week and we will expect complete disclosure of your plans. Your options are to develop this industrial project in some other more isolated location, or to purchase our property and compensate us for our losses. Chandra Martens and Louis Sirois, Ottawa

county building (99 n oldChristie Lake Rd.) fashioned or online at www. carnival county.lanark.on.ca. will raise funds in Nominations are memory of a very due Sept. 30. For active 4-H volunteer. more information, Adam Taylor was 22 call Leslie Drynan, years old when he clerk, at 1-888-9-LAwas killed in an ATV NARK, ext. 1502. accident two years ago. At the time, he Reggae rocks was a well-loved McDonalds volunteer with the Corners local 4-H club, and a popular employee at The Mighty Popo Wal-Mart in Smiths and Rudeboy will Falls. be playing open-air Now, the store Private “I” concerts near Mcplans a summer Donalds Corners on event to raise money Labor Day weekend. in Taylor’s memory. Rudeboy, from Ottawa, will play The second-annual fundraiser ska and reggae on Saturday will take over Wal-Mart’s parknight, Sept. 4. ing lot on Saturday, Sept. 11 from Fun fact: ska and reggae are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will feature my favourite types of music, and horse and pony rides, old-fashRudeboy has always gotten my ioned carnival games (such as vote of approval! bean-bag toss), a car wash, a The Mighty Popo, well-known barbecue and face painting. for his African music, will be playAll the money raised will suping on Sunday afternoon, Sept. port local 4-H activities. 5. For more about Popo, go: www.

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Breaking sunshine rules D o you remember when we were kids being told to shoot with the light at our backs? It was what most people did and the poor subjects were left squinting into the sun. That’s one “rule” that should definitely be broken much of the time. The basic cameras many of us grew up with didn’t handle difficult lighting very well, so that was probably the reason it was safer to keep old Sol behind us. Today’s cameras are a totally different breed. By making a few simple adjustments to exposure, we can shoot with the sun in virtually any position – back, front, side, low, high. When we shoot towards the sun and our subject is in between, that’s called “backlighting.” Often, one gets a silhouette effect, which may or may not be what is desired. If the goal is to have an almost-black subject against a bright background, just fire away and you’ll probably get it. Maybe. Possibly. Let’s look at ways to get the effect you want other than trusting to chance. When we point the camera at a bright light source (such as the sun), the light meter in the camera will underexpose to compensate for the brightness. That’s why the subject comes out dark. A common example is people standing in front of a window. To you, the photographer, the room seems plenty bright, but the

(to the plus side). Again, the background will be overly bright, but the faces will be properly exposed, if that’s the result you want. Sometimes it’s fun to dial the exposure the other way – underexpose dramatically to create a very dark background. This means changing the compensation to the minus side. (By the way, don’t forget to set this back to normal afterwards. I’ve forgotten, and wondered why my pictures were all too dark the next time I used the camera). This strong underexposure would be used when the sun is Camera Corner slightly to one side of you and your subject is fairly close. By daylight outside is much stronger, experimenting with your camera so the resulting photo has people settings, you can get a very drawhose features are hard to make matic subject against an almost out against a very bright backblack background. It’s a lot of ground. Sound familiar? fun to experiment with this. There are a couple of ways It’s a good idea to shield your around this. One simple method lens from what is called flare. is to fire the flash. This fills in If the sun reflects into the lens, the lighting on the subject and there will be streaks of light of still allows the background to washed-out areas in the photo. appear normal. Many lenses come with a sun Another method is to spot shade that attaches to the front meter on the faces of the people of the lens with a quarter turn. (if your camera allows this). Lots of point-and-shoot cameras This will give correctly exposed have these sun shades as well faces and the background will be as almost all DSLR lenses. Use overexposed. them! I recommend having them A third method is to use the on your lenses most of the time. exposure compensation feature They do make a difference. on your camera (the +/- button) If you haven’t tried this, give it and dial up the exposure a shot. Pun intended. Click!

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Local theatres heating up for fall BY IAN DOIG Not surprisingly, there isn’t a lot of action on area boards in September. As always, this is the month of preparation, rehearsals, set design…of getting preparations in line for the coming fall season. Fresh from their production of their intense production of Dark of the Moon at the Smiths Falls Station Theatre, BarnDoor Productions is working hard constructing its own new venue, the Full Circle Theatre on Craig Street (County Road 43) in Perth. While the company doesn’t have a target opening date yet, I am assured it will be sooner rather than later. The first production in the new, barrier-free space will be A Gala Night Is Enough, a musical, comedy, drama and original whirlwind of “stuff ” – a

celebration of a dream that has taken the company more than a quarter century to achieve. We’ll keep you posted as to their progress as it occurs. In Perth, the Classic Theatre Festival is winding up and catching its collective breath after the team’s excellent initial season. While taking nothing away from the fine work our area community troupes do, it is truly an interesting eye-opener to see what these professional casts bring to the stage. The Studio Theatre in Perth tells me that they are in preparation for another evening of one-act plays, which is planned for mid-October. On the audition front, how could any actor pass up a chance to be cast in the classic comedy about the invisible six-foot rabbit, Harvey? Audition dates are Sept. 4 and 6 at 7:30 p.m. in the Studio

Theatre in Perth, so come on out. The Mississippi Mudds, over in Carleton Place, have a busy few days ahead. On Sept.7 at 7:30 p.m. and Sept. 12 at 7 p.m., they are holding auditions for eight people for a new comedy/murder mystery, Prints Of Darkness, to be performed on Oct. 30 and 31. The next evening, Sept. 8, rehearsals for the Mudds’ December performance of Nunsense-Mega-Musical begin at the Waterside in Carleton Place. The next evening, Sept. 9, an information night for the groups’ youth theatre production of Into the Woods, Jr. will be held in the town hall at 7 p.m. The play is scheduled for production in February. Auditions for the show will be held on Sept. 11 from 10 a.m. to noon in the town hall and rehearsals are called for Monday evenings beginning on Sept. 13.

As if that isn’t enough, the Mudds Youth Theatre Choir will be performing at St. Andrew’s Church from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sept. 11 as part of Sounds of Downtown. For information, email Ina Jackson at i.jackson@sympatico.ca. The Kemptville Players are putting on a dinner theatre murder mystery to cap off Kemptville’s slate of activities for Legion Week, held, of course, at the Kemptville Legion on Saturday Sept. 25. Join the troupe on an Eternal Cruise on which the captain gets murdered. Will everyone make it safely back to port? Will we drift aimlessly among the islands off B.C. forever with a killer on board? Come find out! Cocktails will start at 6 p.m. sharp, and that is the start of the theatre, so plan to be there by then! Tickets are mostly available at the Kemptville Legion, but some

can also be obtained through members of the Kemptville Players. I hear that the KP are also in rehearsal with The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society’s production of A Christmas Carol, which should be an absolute hoot when it comes out sometime in November. Meanwhile, up in Almonte, the Valley Players are putting the finishing touches on their original comic musical production, Quilts From Hell, to be performed at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum as part of Fibrefest 2010. The show opens with a wine and cheese gala on Friday, Sept. 10 at 7:30 p.m., and tickets are $20. The run then continues with four more presentations, at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 11 and 12. Tickets for these presentations are $15.

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Classic Theatre Fest cast has a brush with history BY MATTHEW BEHRENS The cast and crew of The Voice of the Turtle, the Classic Theatre Festival romantic comedy that just wrapped up in Perth, had a pair of unique meetings with history when a number of audience members shared memories of the Second World War, during which the play is set. Following the matinee on Aug, 18, Dorothy Schuthe of Ottawa, originally a WREN with the Canadian Navy, recalled how she received a 72-hour pass to go to New York City in 1943. It was her first and only trip there, during which she saw a musical, Song of Norway, as well as the original production of The Voice of the Turtle (which would go on to become the ninth-longest running play in Broadway history). Schuthe found the 2010 Perth production “thoroughly enjoyable,” and said seeing the play “brought back a lot of memories of the war years. Although I didn’t think the play

was racy at the time. Maybe some of the older audience members did, but I thought it was lovely.” Schuthe recalls that the war years were a time when women began to be “liberated” from the house by working in factories and for the military. She herself took up a post at a secret radio signals outlet in Ottawa where, with a group of other women, she listened for German submarine transmissions. Following the evening show, the cast invited a group of Brockvillearea war brides onto the stage. One of them was Dorothy Scott, who also enjoyed the show and meeting the actors afterward, whom she found “delightful people.” Scott said that the play’s story of romance during the war – a time when attachments were often fleeting, or avoided because there was no guarantee of a long-term relationship – rang especially true for her. “In the play, the young couple fall in love over a very short

period of time, and that happened a lot during the war,” she recalled. “It happened to me. My husband Burt and I had met while I was working as a nurse in the hospital in England, and after five or six brief meetings, he asked me on a Tuesday if I would marry him, and I replied, ‘OK, how about Thursday?’” Burt was a wireless air gunner and had three brothers in the military, two of whom also married British women. Dorothy was joined at The Voice of the Turtle by a number of her fellow war brides, with whom she shares a special bond. One of them is 91-year-old Margaret Eaton, who married one of the first Canadians sent to Britain at the outbreak of the war. They met in a Northamptonshire park band concert, “and I never saw him in anything but a uniform until he was liberated from a prisoner-of-war camp,” she said. Married in November of 1940, Eaton said her husband played

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Residents oppose street plans which said older homes on the street can’t take the brutal punishment of existing truck traffic. “It’s almost a speedway now,” commented Cross. “You put in another lane and you’ll have an Indianapolis 500.” Wilson Street resident Bob Parks told the crowd he saw what happened to Wilson Street and suggested “Drummond Street might become the second speedway of Perth.” Should the widening go ahead, there should be “the biggest sitdown in front of the bulldozers on Drummond Street that the town has ever seen.” Coun. Phil Aston attended the meeting and read a report on Drummond Street which said less than one per cent of through traffic consists of trucks. “That’s a joke,” shouted one spectator, while others jeered and laughed. Describing it as a “terrible report,” James Walsh said, “People

are not going to tolerate the trucks on Drummond and North streets.” The solution, he said, is simply to put up a sign saying, “No trucks.” “Someone is going to get killed,” he added. “I’m mad as hell and I’m not going to take it anymore.”

Murder hearing ends Following a week-long preliminary hearing on Friday, provincial court Judge David Dempsey ordered a 17-year-old Smiths Falls youth bound over for trial on a charge of murder. James Harold Giff is charged in connection with the Jan. 28 sexual assault and stabbing of 16year-old Smiths Falls high-school student Heather Fraser. More than 30 witnesses testified during the preliminary hearing held in Perth. A publication ban was ordered on evidence heard during the hearing. A preliminary hearing is held

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School year begins Sept. 6 W hen the Perth and District Collegiate Institute opens at 9 a.m. on Tuesday morning, Sept. 6, it is expected that there will be an enrolment of at least 710 students, and 240 of these will be divided into the seven Grade 9s.

Annual Perth Fair opens Thursday Gates for Perth’s 114th annual fair will open on Thursday. This year’s event promises to excel any previous fair in the South Lanark Agricultural Society’s history. There has been a bountiful harvest this year despite the lack of rain in some areas, and the exhibits of roots and vegetables, hay, grain and seeds should provide keen competition throughout the district. With March’s midway all set up and ready to go, the fair will be in full swing on Thursday evening. Grandstand entertainment will be provided by the Gananoque Minstrel Show, and these artists will provide top-notch entertainment. The bleachers will be free on Thursday night.

New county probation officer named George McEachern of Brockville has been named new probation officer for Lanark County by the county council, but county officials have not received confirmation of the appointment from the Ontario Attorney General’s Department. Mr. McEachern, who is probation officer for Leeds County, will be available for a part-time office for Lanark with an office in the county buildings. He is well qualified for the position, and has had two years with the “Big Brothers” in Toronto.

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Wiseman overreacted, says official A Ministry of Health official said this week that Lanark MPP Doug Wiseman overreacted after being ejected from a closed meeting of the Lanark-Leeds-Grenville District Health Council in Smiths Falls two weeks ago. The communications advisor to the minister of health, Robert Sevens, said Wiseman “decided to throw a temper tantrum” after he was asked to leave a closed meeting between the district health council and Minister of Health Murray Elston. Stevens explained that Wiseman was invited to the reception following the meeting, but he was not invited to the meeting itself. “I called Mr. Wiseman’s office myself and made it clear that Mr. Wiseman was invited to attend the reception after the meeting,” stated Stevens. Stevens said the minister had been travelling to all the regional health councils to familiarize himself with health care in the area and he also stated meetings of an advisory nature were always closed. “The meetings are always closed when the councils are advising the minister. If they weren’t, the discussion would be less than frank,” said Stevens. “The communication breakdown definitely took place at his end. Mr. Wiseman was the only MPP to attend the closed meeting rather than the reception. If it would have happened a couple of times I would have said, ‘Hey, I’m not making myself very clear,’ but Mr. Wiseman was the only one to show up at a closed meeting,” said Stevens. “In all fairness to Mr. Wiseman, we were running around 15 minutes late and he probably thought the reception was in progress. The minister had his back to him and didn’t know he was in the room. I think once he had realized the meeting was in progress, at that point, he should have left,” commented Stevens. Wiseman was escorted out of the meeting room by a member of the health council and was informed he couldn’t return to the meeting.

A new section in the highway BORN traffic act makes it an offence unEmery - At Carleton and Disder the subsection “unnecessary trict Hospital, on Aug. 6, 1960, to noises,” which is followed by a Mr. and Mrs. John (nee Theresa penalty for offenders. Haughian) Emery, a daughter, Mary Darlene. CBOT features last fatal duel McConnell - At the Grace Hospital, Ottawa, on Aug. 29, 1960, to Thousands of people saw the Mr. and Mrs. Murray McConnell, TV program at 6:40 p.m. Tuesday a son. night over CBOT, Ottawa, when Palmateer - At the GWM HosMr. Harry Walker told a story of pital, on Aug. 24, 1960, to Mr. and the last fatal duel fought in CanaMrs. Edward C. Palmateer of Kada, which occurred on the banks ladar, Ont., a son. of the Tay Canal at Perth. Paul - At the GWM Hospital, on Aug. 25, 1960, to Mr. and Mrs. ArContest reels in chie Paul of Perth, a son. big fish Thompson - At the GWM HosSome of the largest fish of the pital, on Aug. 25, 1960, to Mr. and entire season have been caught Mrs. Bruce Thompson of RR 2, during the past two or three Perth, a daughter. Wright - At the GWM Hospital, weeks. In the Speckled Trout Division, on Aug. 25, 1960, to Mr. and Mrs. Russ Wells, proprietor of Mosque Carter Wright of Perth, a son. Lake Lodge, caught a six-pound, DIED four-ounce beauty on Aug. 20, to Devlin - At the GWM Hospital, take over first place. on Friday, Aug. 26, 1960, Jean W. In the Small Mouth Bass class, MacPherson, in her 83rd year, second place was taken over by wife of the late Fred Devlin. Don Myers of Long Bottom, Ohio, Horan - At the GWM Hospital, on with a fine entry of five pounds, Saturday, Aug. 27, 1960, Francis J. 14.5 ounces, caught in Crow Lake Horan, beloved husband of Lavion Aug. 21. na Russell, aged 64 years. The largest pickerel entered in Hoyle - In Surbiton, Surrey, Engrecent years weighed 12 pounds, land, on Saturday, Aug. 27, 1960, four ounces, and was caught by Matilda Hoyle (nee Redfern), in Leland E. Cooper of Phillipsburg, her 74th year, beloved mother N.J. in Little Rideau on Aug. 10. It of Edith (Mrs. Lloyd Wilson) of Parade kicks measured 32.5 inches in length Perth and Joan (Mrs. W. Cheseand 18 inches in girth. off 140th brough) of Oshawa. Second place in the Lake Trout Perth Fair was captured by Harvey W. Oakes The preceding was originally The 140th of Malton, Ont., with a 14-pound, published in The Perth Courier of Perth Fair, one-ounce entry caught in Devil Aug. 28, 1985 as the “25 years ago” which begins Lake on Aug. 2. news.

this Friday, promises to be one of the best ever, running from Aug. 30 to Sept. 2. The opening parade leaves Sunset Boulevard at 6:30 p.m., with local Olympic equestrian Ian Millar as parade grand marshal. Millar will officially open the fair at 7:30 p.m., followed by fireworks at the fairgrounds. Saturday starts with the light horse show at 9 a.m., with clown acts in the Lions Hall at 10:30 a.m. There’s a stallion parade in front of the grandstand at noon, with the beef cattle show at 12:30 p.m. The Lions Hall will be a hive of activity throughout the fair, with regular microwave demonstrations featuring Jean Riddell and an Agricultural Trivial Pursuit game, with the winner receiving a grocery basket. On Saturday afternoon there will be the steer class show at 4 p.m., light horse stake classes at 5 p.m. and the champion steer auction at 7 p.m. At 8 p.m. on Saturday the Bobby Lalonde Band and Dennis Whitty and Wheatstone Bridge entertain at the grandstand. There’s a rock video dance at 9:30 p.m.

BORN

Coutts - On Aug. 15, 1985, to Doug and Jo-Anne (nee Kerrigan) Coutts, a son, Brock Douglas. Ebbs - At Edson, Alta., on July 22, 1985, to Keith and Daylene Ebbs, a daughter, Ellen Leah. Graham - In London, Ont., on July 26, 1985, to Tom and Heather Graham, a daughter, Karen Leighann Blair. Hendry - On Aug. 4, 1985, to Don and Leslie Hendry, a son, Jared William Alexander. Newberry - At the GWM Hospital, on July 28, 1985, to Glen and Nancy Newberry of RR 3, Lanark, a daughter, Nicole Elizabeth.

DIED

Brown - In hospital, Perth, on Wednesday, Aug. 21, 1985, Elizabeth Edna Jackson, wife of the late John Ellis Brown and, by first marriage, the late Milford Hurlbert. Lowe - In hospital, Ottawa, on Sunday, Aug. 25, 1985, Helen Schratz, beloved wife of Donald Lowe. McGarry - In hospital, Perth, on Saturday, Aug. 24, 1985, Andrew McGarry, in his 81st year, beloved husband of Carmel McKian. Molyneaux - At Henderson Hospital, Hamilton, Ont., on Tuesday, Aug. 20, 1985, Marjorie Fern Smith, formerly of RR 6, Simcoe, Ont., in her 69th year, wife of the late Lawrence V. Molyneaux. The preceding was excerpted from the front page of the Aug. 28, 1985 issue of The Perth Courier.

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Legion Week coming up The ladies’ auxiliary meeting is on Thursday, Sept. 2 at 7 p.m. All are asked to attend. Join us for another Friday barbecue from 4 to 7 p.m. The Branch will be closed on Monday, Sept. 6 for the Labour Day holiday. Friday, Sept. 10 is the Old Tyme Fiddlers and on Saturday, Sept. 11, come and enjoy

Blending the essences of the dance arts, healing arts, and martial arts.

the monthly birthday jamborees starting for another season. All musicians are welcome. Watch for more events coming up during Legion Week from Sept. 19 to 25. Lest we forget.

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A14 - THE PERTH COURIER - Thursday, September 02, 2010

Westport Writers Reading lineup announced BY NORM PETERSON Ed Broadbent, Trevor Cole, Helen Humphreys and Roy MacSkimming will be in Westport for Writers Reading on Sunday, Sept. 19. The third-annual event will take place at the Westport United Church from 1 to 5:30 p.m. Ed Broadbent is a social democrat and political scientist. He is a former leader of the New Democratic Party of Canada. Following graduate studies at the London School of Economics, he obtained a PhD in political science from the University of Toronto in 1965, after which he joined York University’s political science department. He entered politics as an NDP Member of Parliament in 1968, and was elected leader of his party in 1975, a position he held

until his retirement in 1989. He made a brief return to Parliament as MP for Ottawa Centre from 2004 to 2006. In 1990, Broadbent became the founding president of the International Center for Human Rights and Democratic Development (now Rights and Democracy). He was made an officer of the Order of Canada in 1993 and a companion in 2001. He has lectured at and been a fellow of many universities including, McGill, Harvard and Oxford, and is currently a Queen’s University Skelton-Clark fellow. Professor Broadbent is the author of The Threat to Democratic Citizenship, among other publications. He lives in Ottawa. Roy MacSkimming is the author of four novels and three works of non-fiction. His latest

novel, Laurier in Love, due for release on Sept. 18, follows on the heels of his notable success with Macdonald, in which he recounts the final days of Laurier’s predecessor, Sir John A. Macdonald. The Globe and Mail described Macdonald as “an engaging novel handled with imagination, sympathy and verve.” MacSkimming’s non-fiction work The Perilous Trade was a National Business Book Award finalist and a Globe and Mail book of the year. He has written two other critically praised novels, Out of Love (1993) and Formentera (1972), both translated into French. MacSkimming has been a book publisher, books editor at the Toronto Star and policy director of the Association of Canadian Publishers. He lives

in the country near Perth. Trevor Cole is the author of three novels: Norman Bray In the Performance of His Life, The Fearsome Particles, and his soon-to-be-released third novel, Practical Jean. Both Norman Bray (2004) and The Fearsome Particles (2006) were short-listed for the Governor General’s Award for Literature, and long-listed for the IMPAC Dublin Literary Award, a rare double achievement. Norman Bray was also short-listed for the Commonwealth Writer’s Prize for Best First Book (Canada and Caribbean), and, along with The Fearsome Particles, has been adapted for radio and optioned for film. In addition to his novels, Cole is a veteran magazine journalist and editor. He worked for 12 years in senior editing positions with

TRUCK FOR TOTS Rotary club members and campers gathered to celebrate a new maintenance truck that was donated to Easter Seals Camp Merrywood in Drummond/North Elmsley last Wednesday. Rotary clubs from eastern Ontario, including Perth, Smiths Falls and Carleton Place, worked Laura Mueller photo together to raise money to purchase the truck from A&B Ford in Perth. Additional support came from Prodecal in Perth

the Globe and Mail, following which he spent three years as a senior writer for Report on Business Magazine. He has received numerous awards for his journalism, including his features in Toronto Life, and his satirical columns in Canadian Business. Cole lives and writes in Hamilton. Helen Humphreys is the acclaimed author of five novels, four books of poetry and one work of creative non-fiction. Her first novel, Leaving Earth (1997), won the 1998 City of Toronto Book Award and was a New York Times Notable Book of the Year. Her second novel, Afterimage (2000), won the 2000 Rogers Writers’ Trust Fiction Prize, was nominated for the Commonwealth Writers’ Prize, and was a New York Times Notable Book of the Year. Wild Dogs (2004) won the 2005 Lambda Prize for fiction, has been optioned for film, and was produced as a stage play at CanStage in Toronto in the fall of 2008. Coventry (2008) was a number-one national bestseller, was chosen as one of the top 100 books of the year by the Globe and Mail, and was chosen one of the top 10 books of the year by both the Ottawa Citizen. Humphreys’s non-fiction work, The Frozen Thames (2007), was a number-one national bestseller. Her collections of poetry include Gods and Other Mortals (1986); Nuns Looking Anxious, Listening to Radios (1990); and, The Perils of Geography (1995). Her latest collection, Anthem (1999), won the 2000 Canadian Authors Association Award for Poetry. Her work has been published in many languages. Humphreys was born in Kingston-on-Thames, England, and now lives in Kingston, Ont. Tickets to Writers Reading are $20, including refreshments, available from Murphy’s Barber Shop (5 Church St., Westport, 613273-2145), at The Cove (2 Bedford St., 273-3636 or 1-888-COVE-INN). Submitted by the Westport Arts Council.

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Paddling to gold in the Yukon BY ANDREW SNOOK andrew.snook@perthcourier.com In the late 1800s, prospectors made the long, arduous journey to the Yukon in search of gold. More than 100 years later, Canadians are still finding their way to gold in the territory; just ask Gaetan Plourde. Of course, Plourde needed no mine or pickaxe to earn his golden prize – just a canoe, a paddle and a will to win. The 36-year-old BurgessWood resident paddled 740 kilometres from Whitehorse to Dawson Cityto earn first place in the solo canoe category at the Yukon River Quest that took place from June 29 to July 3. Plourde, a solution architect with MXI Solutions, finished the race in 52 hours and 35 minutes. “I didn’t expect to finish so well,” he said. “There were lots of competitors out there.” Plourde has been competing in canoe races in the Yukon since 2005, when he and a friend paddled in a tandem canoe. Plourde raced in a tandem again in 2006, but stopped for a couple of years when his first daughter was born. In 2009, he jumped back into the tandem canoe and competed, but this year but his friend was unavailable, so he decided to compete solo, and it paid off. Plourde said that he prepared for the race throughout the en-

else is around how do you keep pushing at that time?” he said. Thanks to his wife, Tracy, he had some extra support during the race. She travelled up to the Yukon with Gaetan and brought along their six-month-old daughter, Chantal, to help cheer him on. “We basically have to clean out their yucky boats and get their tents are ready for sleeping,” Tracy said. “I was worried. That

was a big reason I came up there – to make sure he was okay at the halfway mark.” Gaetan said that the competitors are given one mandatory stop during the race, a sevenhour period to rest approximately two-fifths into the race. He said that he remembered his wife’s excitement when she saw him approaching the finish line. “We were both ecstatic,” he said. “I arrived in Dawson at 2:30 a.m. She expected me at 5 or 6 a.m.” With his victory still fresh in his mind, Gaetan is already looking ahead to future challenges. “Next year I want to go solo canoe and try and beat my record,” he said. Now that he has conquered the cold, Plourde plans to compete in the Texas Water Safari, a 419-km race in which the biggest challenge is surviving the blistering Texas sun. “It’s considered a little tougher (than the Yukon River Quest),” he said. “There’s no mandatory break. Instead of battling the cold, you’re battling the heat, that can be tougher.” Tracy said that juggling her husband’s competitions is a little trickier these days with their two daughters, but that it would not prevent her from supporting Gaetan Plourde, 36, paddled his canoe 740 kilometres from Whitehorse to Dawson City at the Yukon River him. “If he goes, I will go with him,” Quest that took place from June 29 to July 3. Plourde won first place in the solo canoe category, crossing the finish line in 52 hours and 35 minutes. Submitted photo she said.

tire year. During the winter months, he does a variety of muscle-building and cardio exercises. When the water opens up around April 1, he does most of his training in Otty Lake. Plourde said that a lot of preparation is needed in order to finish such a long race. “You have to have a strategy,” he said. “You need to know when to change clothes, what to bring

and how to warm up.” He said that the temperatures during this year’s race ranged from a high of 8 C during the day, to a low of 2 C at night. “About a third didn’t finish,” he said. “Many got hypothermia or weren’t prepared.” Plourde said that although a great deal of preparation is required, 80 per cent of the race is mental. “When it’s 3 a.m. and no one

Perth’s Riverbank Rally team leader of the pack BY ANDREW SNOOK andrew.snook@perthcourier.com Perth’s Riverbank Rally Team is in the driver’s seat. The team drove its 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer DE to victory over 45 other competitors at the 2010 Rallye Baie des Chaleurs in New Richmond, Que. from July 2 to 3. The Perth team now sits on the top of the leader board in the production sport class for the Canadian Rally Championship. The team’s base of operations is Whiticar Auto Body near Perth, owned and operated by the rally team’s manager, Jerry Dowell. “Hopefully we’ll have a good chance to bring the Canadian Rally Championship (title) to Perth,” he said. The 53-year-old Perth resident is one of seven children. He said that his all of his family members are motorsport enthusiasts. His brother, Jeffrey Dowell, 56, is one of the team’s drivers: his sister, Emily Dowell, 27, is a co-driver and his brother, Jason Dowell, 51, is the team’s crew chief. Co-driver Yavor Klostranec is the only team member not from the Dowell family. “It’s very much a family affair,” Dowell said. Dowell said that he and his brothers used to compete in the open class, but that competing in the production sport made more sense financially. “When we were young we competed in the open class series, but

it is much more expensive to run if you want to stay competive,” he said. “In this class it’s not about going really, really fast, it’s more about knowing when to push your car.” Several employees from Whiticar Auto Body helped transform their rally car into the fine-tuned racing machine it is today. Sarah Pearman, Terry Meeks, Jim Stuffles, Richard Perry and Jim Watt all helped Dowell convert the automobile. Dowell said that biggest challenge he faces as the team’s manager is organizing all the people and materials. “Orchestrating all the equipment and manpower to be at the rally at the time required,” he said. “I’ve got people from Perth, Windsor, Toronto and Ottawa.” With three rallies completed and three to go, Dowell’s team currently sits in first place, six points ahead of the second place team, led by Alex Rochon-Ouellette. But he said that a victory is far from guaranteed. If his team can secure a win at their next rally they will put themselves in a good position to win the championship. He said that one of the biggest challenges of the year will be at the Rally of the Tall Pines held from Nov. 18 to 20 in Bancroft, Ont. “It’s traditionally one of the tougher rallies,” he said. “You never know what kind of weather you’re going to get.” Their next race will take place from Sept. 10 to 11 at the Rallye

Whiticar Auto Body owner Jerry Dowell (left) poses with employees Terry Meeks and Sarah Pearman beside the Riverbank Rally Team’s 2009 Mitsubisihi Lancer DE. Dowell is managing the rally team and maintaining the race car out of his Drummond/North Elmsley shop. His team is currently on top of the Canadian Rally Championship leader board, Production Sport division. Andrew Snook photo

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Glen Tay Block Race results BY ANDREW SNOOK andrew.snook@perthcourier.com The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 244 in Perth, sponsored the 103rd year of the Glen Tay Block Race on Thursday, Aug. 26 with 140 runners taking part in event. The 14.7-kilometre race was won by Kingston resident Tim Blackwell with a time of 51:37. Kingston’s Dave Ruggles came in second place with a time of 51:58 and Ottawa’s Peter Konecny took third, running the race in a time of 53:34. Perth’s fastest runner was Vincent Scattolon. He ran a time of 55:44 and finished first in the under-20 category. Kayla Leeflang was the fastest Perth woman with a time of 68:04. The fastest woman was Ottawa’s Sherry Carson with a time of 60:51, with Jen Bon of Smiths Falls running her way to second place in the women’s category with a time of 61:36. Ottawa’s Natalie Gauthier took third with a time of 62:22. The following male and female competitors won the following age categories: Under 20 (Vincent Scattolon and Laura Goodfellow), 20 to 29 (Ryan Campbell and Liz Kuhn), 30 to 39 (Dougal Bale and Jen Bon), 40 to 49 (Dave Ruggles and Nathalie Gauthier), 50 to 59 (Emile Bax and Diana King) and 60-plus (Chris Jermyn and Louise Wood).

Vincent Scattolon makes his way across the finish line to earn the title of fastest Perth runner during the annual Glen Tay Block Race held on Thursday, Aug. 26. Scattolon finished sixth overall. Andrew Snook photo

BEARS TRY OUT FOR TEAM CANADA EAST Perth’s Mike McNamee and Carleton Place’s Matt Jenkins both tried out for Team Canada East on Saturday, Aug. 28. Both players played together on the Smiths Falls Bears during the 2009-10 season. Submitted photo

Sports Shorts Sand Lake Tri results The Sand Lake Tri took place at Lions Club Beach on Saturday, Aug. 28 in Westport. Nepean’s Olivier Mouyau won the triathlon, finishing the race in a time of 1.19:37. Ottawa’s Yves Fortin took second place with a time of 1.21:39, while fellow Ottawa resident Stephen Chapman earned third place with his time of 1.22:07. Ottawa’s Leslie Sanderson was the fastest woman, finishing with a time of 1.23:28. She finished fifth overall in the event. The fastest Westport resident was Paul Herlehy, who completed the triathlon in a time of 1.46:55. The event was a fundraiser for

the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario (HSFO). Two hundred and fifty competitiors took part to raise $15,000 for the HSFO.

Sultana Frizell qualifies for Commonwealth Games Perth is going to have a representative at the 2010 Commonwealth Games being held in New Delhi, India from Oct. 3 to 14. Sultana Frizell was selected to represent Canada in the hammerthrow competition. Frizell is the current Canadian record holder for the hammerthrow event with a toss of 72.24metres.

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TAKE NOTICE that Tay Valley Township has received a zoning by-law amendment application which was deemed to be a complete application on August 30, 2010. TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of Tay Valley Township will hold a public meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 28, 2010, in the Council Chambers of the Township Municipal Building at 217 Harper Road to consider proposed site-speciﬁc amendments to Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 02-121, as amended, under the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, Chapter P13, Section 34, for:

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Arthur A. leacock Passed away peacefully at home on the farm, with his family by his side, on Thursday, Aug. 26, 2010 at the age of 88. Beloved husband and best friend for over 66 years of Mary Lou (Avery) Leacock. Loved father of Connie Jean (Don) Bielby of Ashton, Joy (Marc) Pelletier of Kanata, Mary Lou (Dennis) Leeder of Brockville, Kathy Leacock of Toronto, Karen (the late Paul) Brown (Jim Bothwell) Deseronto, Eleanor Renaud (Mark Wales) Jasper, and Jacky Leacock (Martin Sommerma) of Toronto. Sadly missed by his grandchildren Michael, Marc and Scott, Danielle, Stephen, Kristina and Rob, Tabitha, Ashley and Erica and his great-grandchildren, Dory and Jonas, Spencer and Iggy. Fondly remembered by his extended family, many good friends and neighbours. Friends paid their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls. Funeral service was held in the chapel on Monday, Aug. 30, at 1 p.m. Interment, Hillcrest Cemetery. In remembrance, contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Parish of Kitley would be appreciated.

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Peacefully, at her home, surrounded by her family on Friday, Aug, 27, 2010 Marie L. (Foye) Howie at the age of 70 years. Marie will be sadly missed by her husband of 51 years, William ‘Bill’ Howie, her sons Shawn and his wife Stephanie (DeVries) of Loughborough Lake and Michael of Kingston. Dear sister of John (Faye) Janis of Toronto and sister-in-law of Eleanor Baker (Keith Greigson) of Otter Lake, John (Lorraine) Howie of Smiths Falls and the late Patsy (Rob) Wilkinson. She will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and her many friends in the Perth, Smiths Falls and Otty Lake areas. Friends paid their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth. Funeral service was held in the chapel on Wednesday, Sept. 1 at 10:30 a.m. Private interment will be held at a later date. In remembrance, contributions to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation, Perth would be appreciated.

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In hospital, in Perth, on Friday, Aug. 27, 2010 at the age of 74 years. Ellard was predeceased by his parents Marie and Fred Traynor and brother Jim (Anita) Traynor. Beloved husband for 38 years of Muriel (Blackburn) Traynor. Cherished father of Adele Martens (Jim), Debbie Thomas (Carter), Dianne Smith (Pete), Cathy Sugrue (Barry) and Donna Siemens; loved grandfather of Sheri Robinson (Terry), Angela Parker (Scott), Kevin Thomas, Tanya Stoebis (Sven), Myles and Jeff Falconer, Laura Smith (Nate), Jason and Andrea Sugrue, Erika Proctor (Stuart), Cassandra Siemens and great grandfather of 6. Dear brother of Margaret Besseau (late Jerry), Eileen MacKinnon (late Ernie), Martha Traynor and Jack Traynor (Evelyn). He was the brother-in-law of Neil Blackburn (Tanja), Lewis Blackburn (Jeananne), Ethel Sweeney, Mabel McNaughton (Bill) and the late Gladys Blackburn, Frances Taylor and Marion Cameron. Ellard will be fondly remembered by all his family and friends. Family and friends are invited to join for the funeral service to be held in the Blair & Son Chapel, 15 Gore St. W. Perth on Thursday, Sept. 2 at 2 p.m. followed by a reception in the Blair & Son Family Centre. In remembrance, contributions to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

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Retired Major Salvation Army Peacefully, at his daughter Shirley’s home in Newboro on Monday, Aug. 23, 2010 at the age of 87 years. Karl will be sadly missed by his beloved wife of 59 years, Major (R) Myrtle Abrahamse. Loved father of Rosemary (late Allan) Wright of Johannesburg, South Africa, Rev. Shirley (Gary) Bradley of Newboro, predeceased by Sharon and Captain Brian Abrahamse. Father-in-law of Major Lorraine (Clay) Davis of St. John’s Newfoundland, grandfather of Bryan Samuel Abrahamse of St. John’s Newfoundland, Captain Robert (Juanita) Wright, Christopher (Lie-zel) Wright and great grandfather of Samuel Wright; brother of Benjamin (Jean) Abrahamse all of Johannesburg. Karl was a dedicated ofﬁcer of the Salvation Army, he will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, friends and colleagues and well remembered for his “hallelujah”. Friends paid their respects at the Salvation Army Family Centre, on Sunday, Aug. 29, followed by the funeral service at 3 p.m. Interment, Scotch Line Cemetery. In remembrance, contributions to the Salvation Army would be appreciated. Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son Funeral Directors, Perth 613267-3765.

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KATIE KIRKHAM Nov. 21, 1986-Sept. 6, 2003. In loving memory of our sweet, lovable daughter, Katie. Memories do not fade, they just grow deep For the one we loved and could not keep We hold our tears, when we speak her name But the ache in our hearts remains the same. No one knows the sorrow we share When our family meets and you’re not there. We laugh, we smile, we play our parts But behind it all, lies broken hearts Unseen, unheard, you are always near So loved, so missed, so very dear. Just as you were, you will always be. You are always a heartbeat away, Love you forever, Mom and Dad

KIRKHAM: In loving memory of my cousin Katie, who was taken from us on Sept. 6, 2003. Not a day goes by that we don’t think of you And wish you were still here with us today So we could just hear you laugh, see that smile of yours just one more time Have just one more day to say that we love you. It has been 7 years, but it still seems like yesterday that we had to say that painful goodbye. The pain never goes away We miss you every single day Till we meet again, Katie Always remembered and never forgotten. Ashley, Shawn and Nicholas

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Nick Tritton goes undefeated to earn gold at Miami World Cup Perth’s Nick Tritton fought his way to a first-place finish at the Miami World Cup from Aug. 26 to 28. Tritton went undefeated at the tournament going 5-0 with only one point being scored on him over the entire competition. He

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BRIGGS-JUDE Outdoors Was it a squirrel, tight-roping across the balcony, that pawed the little fake flowers out in our absence? If so, it had to be a nocturnal flying squirrel, because no blacks, greys, or reds had been seen near the house lately. Maybe it was a prowling raccoon that tip-toed along the balcony under cover of darkness and fingered out the plastic petals? Raccoons do like the sweet hummingbird feeder mix as one of our friends on Crosby Lake found out last year. During repeated visits to their hummingbird feeder, this black-masked bandit would reach out from a nearby tree limb and tip the container to drink the sweet juice. Despite the increase in the syrup

consumption and the continued removal of the small yellow flowers, the cause for these happenings remained a riddle. We were nearing a full week of not solving the puzzle when we caught the culprit bellying up to the sweet bar. Can you imagine our surprise when a yellowbellied sapsucker alighted on the pedestal below the hummingbird feeder and proceeded to gobble up the ants that were moving along there? Those ants must have left a bitter taste in this woodpecker’s mouth because, in the next instant, it had climbed to the feeder itself and was busy sucking up the sweet liquid. The little floret, however, was designed for the small tongue of the hummingbird and the sapsucker was experiencing some difficulty in getting enough volume. Being a driller and a woodpecker by profession, it didn’t take it long to thrust the tip of its sharp bill into the tiny hole and extract the plastic flower. With this restrainer out of the way, the larger bird could then get a kingsized drink. Next thing we knew, it was bringing its offspring to the feeder. While operating hummingbird feeders over the years, we’ve had, on occasion, an oriole and a hairy woodpecker sample our offerings. But this sapsucker has more than a sweet tooth and by its antics seems to like living up to its name.

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town Perth and just across the rd from Conlon Farm Recreational Area. Well maintained 3+1 br bungalow w/ﬁnished basement w/bedroom, rec rm w/kitchenette and laundry. Large back yard and carport. 91 Cockburn St., $219,000 5 appliances included. - Walking distance to down- MLS# 762844. Al Hearty

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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Drummond & North Sts. Minister: Rev. Marilyn Savage; Organist: Ann Savage

Sunday, Sept. 5 11:00 a.m. - Worship service and Sunday school multi-age program. Nursery available. Coﬀee hour Friday mornings 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Please check the website for info on youth group, Bible studies and other ministries, www.standrewsperth.com. Audio loop system • 613-267-2481 A warm welcome to all!

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BOBS LAKE: Reduced by $30,000. This cottage has been renovated like most you do not see. New shingles, New kitchen, hardwood ﬂoors, plenty of patio doors, 4pc and 2 pc bath; two large bedrooms in cottage PLUS 2 separate sleeping cabins, one with 2 pc bath. Plenty of room here to accommodate larger groups. Elevated lot with all new stairs, good decking at shore and dockage. $289,500. MLS

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ISLAND COTTAGE: BOBS LAKE....Price right $169,500. Just a few hundred feet from mainland dockage. Nice three bedroom with shoreline cabin; excellent dockage and deeper water. MLS

$79,900. Private, treed vacant lot on peaceful Robb’s Lake, close to Carleton Place and Perth. 135 ft frontage. Wonderful place to build your summer retreat and enjoy nature. Great for swimming, canoeing & fishing. Call today! Janice Hastie-Waugh 613-283-5435.

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$124,900. Enjoy Mississippi Lake without the price! Fully equipped 3 bedroom, 3 season cottage in good condition, on quiet dead-end lane. Lake view & 20’ x 150’ deeded rightof-way to the waterfront. Most furniture, all appliances, shed, lawn mower, wind surfer included. A great getaway is ready for you! Janice Hastie-Waugh 613-283-5435.

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BOBS LAKE: Reduced by over $20,000 to $269,000. Large cottage with sunken livingroom, den, sun room and 4 pc. Bath. A naturally terraced lot on lake side; good dockage and swimming on main west basin of lake. Lots of potential here. MLS

$235,000. Cute & cozy 7 yr-old winterized 2 bdr W/F log cabin: 2.19 acres, 150’ on Pike River, leads into Pike Lake. Open plan: pine cathedral ceiling, radiant floor heat, propane FP, big scr porch. Dock. Bell ExpressVu. Swim, fish. A great getaway, not far from services, shopping. Good rental potential. Janice Hastie-Waugh 613-283-5435.

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NEW - BOBS LAKE PANABODE: Cottage is on one of the best deep water locations on the lake; excellent dockage & swimming; lovely pine screened porch; newer kitchen cupboards/counters; room airconditioners. This is a full package with everything included. $309,000. MLS

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WATERFRONT PROPERTIES

$345,000. 212 Flintoff Bay Rd, Mississippi Lake. Rare find on the Lake: 110ft westerly waterfront. 2+2 bdr yr-rnd bungalow on level, treed lot. Big pantry, roomy eat-in kitchen w/door to large deck overlooking Lake. Forced air oil, woodstove, basement walkout, 1+garage. Easy commute to Ottawa. Call Grant Scharf today! 613-323-4862.

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$469,900. Beautiful privacy: 3.66 acres, tall pines, excellent 190’ waterfront. Quality 3bdr+1,2bthr home, Bennett Lake Estates, nr Perth. Immaculate, bright & roomy open-plan: cathedral ceiling, FP, very well-insulated. Large glass-sided deck, sunroom, kids’ bunk room, boat, 70HP, paddleboat, canoe, large dock. Beautiful lake views. Move in & enjoy. Janice Hastie-Waugh 613-283-5435. Vicki Behn-Belland 613-257-8856.

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$999,900. Completely private 8.48 acre estate on prestigious North Shore of Big Rideau. Includes severed lot w/sauna building & easy access to water. Breathtaking views. Light & airy 3level, 5bdr post & beam home: cathedral ceiling, 2 storey Swedish stone FP, 3bthrs. Central vac & A/C, beautiful screen porch overlooking views. Garage. Large dock. Deep, clear water. Great swimming! Janice Hastie-Waugh 613-283-5435.

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The fourth finger is our ring finger. Surprising to many is the fact that this is our weakest finger, as any piano teacher will testify. It should remind us to pray for those who are weak, in trouble or in pain. They need your prayers day and night. You cannot pray too much for them. Lastly comes our little finger; the smallest finger of all, which is where we should place ourselves in relation to God and others. As the Bible says, “The least shall be the greatest among you.” Your pinkie should remind you to pray for yourself. By the time you have prayed for the other four groups, your own needs will be put into proper perspective and you will be able to pray for yourself more effectively. However, prayer does not always need to be done with our hands together. God taught us that we can talk to Him any time, anywhere. Many times my quiet time is in my car and I can talk to Him then without interruption. Maybe we could memorize what each finger represents so that our prayers can be done anywhere. It is my hope and wish, that each of our families will come together in prayer this year.

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rayer has been an integral part of my life. I can be sitting quietly and pray or I could be driving in my car. It doesn’t matter to God when or where we pray, just as long as we do pray and talk to Him, asking for forgiveness for our wrong doings, or for asking for guidance to do what is right, or just giving praise. Whatever it is, God wants to hear it. He knows our every thought and sees our every fault, but we need to gain strength through Him. Thinking about prayer and actually praying brought me to trying to find an article I read a little while ago. It is called “The Five Finger Prayer.” There is a reason why, when we pray, we put our hands together. It gives us a way to pray, to include everyone and in the order of importance as God has taught us. Your thumb is nearest to you. So begin your prayers by praying for those closest to you. They are the easiest to remember. To pray for our loved ones is, as C. S. Lewis once said, a “sweet duty.” The next finger is the pointing finger. Pray for those who teach, instruct, and heal. This includes teachers, doctors, and ministers.

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B10 - THE PERTH COURIER - September 2, 2010

Winners in the Perth Lions Club “300 Club” draw for the week of Aug. 28, 2010, were: Don Robertson, Don Pennett, Mike Nagle, Abby Dixon and Norma Bellamy.

General Inquiries: 613-257-1539 or 1-800-535-4532 (613 area code)

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SCHEDULED MEETING DATES 2010 The Meeting Dates are as follows: Tues, Sept 7th Tues, Sept 21st Tues, Sept 21st Mon, Sept 27th

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Councillor Ross Trimble Councillor Faye Campbell Councillor Brian Dowdall

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Friday, September 10th, 2010, 7:00 PM – 12:30 AM at Beckwith Park – 1319 9th Line Beckwith Featuring the Stool Pigeons! Everyone Welcome! Tickets may be purchased for $5.00 at the Township Office or from any of the Beckwith Volunteer Fire Fighters. All funds raised will be used towards the purchase of equipment for YOUR Fire Department.

NEXT LARGE ITEM PICK-UP DAYS WIL BE MONDAY SEPTEMBER 13TH AND TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 14TH SIGN-UP NIGHT

Tuesday, September 14th, 2010 @ 6:00-8:00 pm Beckwith Public School— 1523 9th Line Beckwith Drama Club, Minor Basketball, Adult Volleyball, Youth Committee, Learn 2 Skate, Adult Indoor Soccer, Judo, Scouts... And much more!! For more information regarding this event please contact the Beckwith Township Office at 613-257-1539 or e-mail cmcgregor@twp. beckwith.on.ca

LEARN 2 SKATE

Learn basic skating skills such as forward and backward skating, stopping, turning, spinning and jumping. Beckwith Recreation Complex ~1319 9th Line – Beckwith Park. Monday nights from October 18th – December 20th, 2010 . 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Cost per child $120.00 *Skaters under 4 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. For the safety of your child, helmets are mandatory in this program.

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Are you ready to sing? So are we! Every Saturday morning, members of Oddities, a Perth-based community choir, sing together from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church (17 D’Arcy St.) The fall session begins on Saturday, Sept, 18. Oddities perform four-part harmonies and a wide variety of music from all genres. The practices are entertaining, lively and lots of fun. Choir directors Jack Hurd and Nicola Oddy are returning for another song-filled season. If you’re interested in singing in a non-judgmental environment, and you like a challenge, this group is for you. Anyone is welcome to join this nonauditioned choir. Although no experience is required, there is plenty to challenge the experienced singer. The cost is $50 for the session. For more information call Jim at 613-264-5028. Submitted by the Oddities.

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“Building Success One Student at a Time!” Upper Canada District School Board programs lead to success in life for all. • We welcome your diversity, uniqueness and individuality. • We offer you exciting opportunities in academics, arts and technology, sports and clubs. • Be part of our caring school community and learn in a safe, respectful environment. • Reach your destination. Explore work, apprenticeships, college and university.

The Upper Canada District School Board World-Class Education creating WORLD-CLASS GRADUATES

Student Registration begins TODAY! Contact your school principal or call 1-800-267-7131 For further information please visit our Web site at: www.ucdsb.on.ca Perth and District Collegiate Institute 13 Victoria St., Perth 613-267-3051 Principal: Jackie Lord

T.R. Leger School of Adult, Alternative and Continuing Education Perth Campus 10 Sunset Blvd., Perth 613-267-4825 Principal: Frank Hummell

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For information on adult and alternative Secondary School programs, Adult Basic Literacy and Adult English Second Language Programs, please call one of the following numbers in your area: 1-877-875-3437 toll free 613-937-0120 Cornwall and area 613-342-1127 Brockville and area 613-283-5418 Smiths Falls and area

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David K. Thomas Director of Education

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Upcoming events happening in the community To a dv e r t i s e a n o n - p ro f i t community event, e-mail events@ perthcourier.com and we would be happy to include it in the Community Bulletin Board as space allows.

in Franktown will hold a yard sale starting at 9 a.m. Included among the many items donated are restaurant supplies. • Community dinner at St. James Anglican church (12 harvey St.) from 4:30 to 6 p.m., featuring lasagna, salads and dessert.

son, including prizes and refreshments. For infor mation, call Doris at 613-264-5446 or Lorraine at 613-326-0622. • Sign-up and recruiting drive for the 585 squadron Air Cadets at 6:30 p.m. in the 443 Wing Saturday, Sept. 4 Facility (44 Abbott St., Smiths • C o m m u n i t y d i n n e r a t Falls). For information, call 613St. James Anglican church (12 284-1257. harvey St.) from 4:30 to 6 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 9 sponsored by St. John’s Catholic • T he Active Seniors Church. The dinner will feature ham with vegetables, salad and Koalition (ASK) hosts shuffleboard at Watson’s Corners Hall dessert. at 11 a.m. Bring a brown-bag Wednesday, Sept. 8 lunch. Call 613-259-5447 for infor• Euchre at the Maberly Hall mation. resumes at 7:30 p.m. and conSaturday. Sept. 11 tinues every second and fourth • St. Paul’s United Church Wednesday. The cost is $3 per per-

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available at Temptations (117 Bridge St. in Carleton Place), by calling 613-257-7406 or at the door. • F i d d l e r s ’ S u n d ay at Knox Presbyterian Church in McDonald’s Corners at 11 a.m.

welcomes Glenn Tunnock with a presentation on Perth Scotland’s 800th anniversary and the participation of the Town of Perth’s official delegation. The event takes place at the Perth Museum (11 Gore St. E.) Wednesday, Sept. 15 at 7:30 p.m. T here is a $2 • The Perth Historical Society entrance fee.

• Lyle Dillabough and the Ottawa Valley Review at 7 p.m. at St. John’s Anglican Church (110 Ferguson Falls Rd. at the corner of Highway 7 Ferguson F a l l s Ro a d ) . T h e r e w i l l b e light refreshments and a pie auction at intermission. Proceeds from the 50/50 draw will go to outreach and St. John’s. Admission is $10 and tickets are

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KEY INFORMATION REGARDING THE 2010 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS Interested in Running for Municipal Office?

Nominations for the 2010 municipal election can be made on the prescribed forms, available from the Clerk of the applicable municipality, during normal business hours until Friday, September 10 at 2:00 p.m.

Who Can Vote?

A person is entitled to vote in a municipal election if he or she on voting day, • resides in the local municipality, or is the owner or tenant of land in the municipality, or the spouse of such owner or tenant; and • is a Canadian citizen, and • is at least 18 years old, and • is not prohibited from voting by law.

Voting at Your Convenience – Paperless Ballot

Electors in the Township of Montague, the Town of Perth and Tay Valley Township will be voting electronically, by internet or telephone, in the 2010 municipal election. There will be no paper ballot. A Voter Information Letter will be mailed to you directly, in the month of October, providing you with a Personal Identification Number (PIN) which will allow you to vote 24 hours a day for 7 days (October 18-25), from any telephone or any device connected to the internet. If access to a telephone or internet connection is unavailable to you, a Voter Help Centre will be established at the municipal office with telephone and internet access from Monday, October 18 to Friday, October 22 during regular business hours and on Monday, October 25 from the start of business until 8 p.m.

NEW! Identiﬁcation Requirements Proof of identity and residence is required in the following instances. • When adding or deleting one’s name from the Voters’ List. • When ﬁling nomination papers as a candidate. • When deactivating and re-issuing a PIN. • When a scrutineer is present at the Help Centre. • When issuing an oath.

Are You on the Voters’ List?

The List of eligible voters for the upcoming municipal election has been prepared by the Clerk of your municipality. As of September 7, 2010 all Voters should ensure that their names and relevant information are correct on the Voters’ List. To be added, deleted or to make any other corrections, visit the municipal office where you are entitled to vote, with proper identification during normal office hours beginning September 7 up to and including the close of voting on October 25 at 8 p.m..

Public Information Sessions

Three public information sessions will be held for electors interested in learning more about electronic voting. The sessions will take place: September 8 – 12-3 p.m. at the County of Lanark Administration Building (99 Christie Lake Road) September 8 – 6-9 p.m. at the Township of Montague’s Rosedale Hall (657 Rosedale Road) September 9 – 6-9 p.m. at the County of Lanark Administration Building (99 Christie Lake Road.) * Representatives from the municipality as well as from the company providing the electronic voting software will be available to answer questions. If you cannot attend any of the sessions, we suggest you visit the following website to learn more about the process: www.intelivote.com.

TAY VALLEY TOWNSHIP Robert Tremblay Municipal Clerk Tay Valley Township RR 4, 217 Harper Road Perth ON K7H 3C6 (613-267-5353) (1-800-810-0161) www.tayvalleytwp.ca

TOWNSHIP OF MONTAGUE Katie Valentin Deputy Returning Officer Township of Montague 6547 Roger Stevens Drive, P.O. Box 755 Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 4W6 (613-283-7478) www.township.montague.on.ca

TOWN OF PERTH Lauren Walton Town Clerk Town of Perth 80 Gore Street E. Perth, Ontario K7H 1H9 (613-267-3311) www.perth.ca

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FOR THE TOWN OF PERTH, TOWNSHIP OF MONTAGUE, AND TAY VALLEY TOWNSHIP