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IN BRIEF Mike Brown launches website Fans of Mike Brown can now follow the swimmer’s progress on Twitter (www.twitter.com/ mikebrownswim), Facebook and read his blog. Brown also has a website (www.mike-brown.ca) so fans can stay up-to-date on his journey to London 2012.

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Local man charged with break and enter, mischief A 26-year-old Lanark Highlands man has been charged with two counts of break and enter and committing an indictable offence, one count of break and enter with intent to commit an indictable offense and mischief under $5,000 after being arrested on Dec. 19. A police patrol noticed an unattended vehicle near a local Santa paid a visit to the Perth Arena on Dec. 18 and posed with skaters Georgia Mahan, Danika Pellett, business, which police deemed Olivia Lee, Jessi Rodehutskors, Chloe Paisley and Jessica Dolinki. Kassina Ryder photo suspicious. They made a search and discovered the male, who was subsequently charged. He has been released on conditions and a Promise to Appear and is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 25.

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Man arrested for public intoxication

An estimated 450 litres of kerosene has leaked onto the railroad tracks near Dewitts Corners, according to an official with Ontario’s Ministry of the Environment. A passing train crew noticed the leak on Dec. 13 and reported it to Canadian Pacific Railway officials, said Mike Lovecchio, spokesperson for CP Rail. The leak was reported to the Ontario Ministry of the Environment on Dec. 14, said Paul Kehoe, the ministry’s Ottawa district supervisor. The fuel leaked from a 4,500 See ‘Fuel spill’, Pg. 3

Beckwith deputy reeve new Lanark County warden

A 21-year-old Perth man was BY KASSINA RYDER arrested on Gore Street at 3:40 kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com a.m. on Dec. 19. He was charged with public intoxication and was Beckwith Deputy Reeve Sharon held in cells at the Perth Police Mousseau is Lanark County’s new Station until officers deemed him warden after being acclaimed at a sober enough to be released. Lanark County Council meeting on Dec. 14. “This is something I’ve wanted to do for a couple of years, so I’m really honoured that I’m getting the opportunity,” Mousseau said in an interview. “I’m really looking forward to it.” Mousseau has been on the Beckwith council since 2000 and has served on various Lanark County Council committees, including the Awards of Excellence and the Seven Wonders of Lanark County committees. She also works part time at Lanark County Interval House, but said she plans on taking a leave of absence in January to focus on her new role as warden. “I’m not as young as I used to be, so I did decided to take the year leave of absence,” she said. “I think it’s going to make a huge difference.”

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Mousseau said her job could be challenging considering there are six new council members, and teambuilding will be a top priority. “I believe everyone really brings something of value to the table, and I think the warden’s job is to consolidate all of that and get everyone moving together as a team,” she said. Former warden and Perth mayor John Fenik said he is confident the county is in good hands. “Sharon’s going to be a wonderful warden, she’s taken a leave of absence from her job to give it all she has,” he said. “She is a bridgebuilder and I think we’re going to do well with her as warden. “She’s a fantastic lady.” Developing a county official plan and advocating rural issues to the provincial and federal governments are some of the projects Mousseau will concentrate on as warden. She was nominated by Aubrey Churchill, reeve for Drummond/ North Elmsley, and Susan Free- Former Lanark County warden John Fenik stands with the newly man, deputy reeve for Tay Valley. acclaimed warden Sharon Mousseau. Stephanie Gray photo

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Historian, former warden passes away at 67

Basketball captain a role model for youth PDCI’s Mitchell Pierman has gone from being the young guy on the team to looking out for younger players in his role as team captain. 18

After a battle with cancer, former Lanark County warden and Carleton Place mayor Brian Costello passed away on Dec. 15 in hospital. Costello, 67, held the mayor’s seat for three terms until handing the reigns over to Paul Dulmage. He was warden of Lanark County in 1987, then again in 1999. He passed away with his family by his side at the Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital. Well-known in the community as a historian, story teller and active member of the community, Costello was named Honourary Colonel of the 42nd Field Regiment (Lanark and Renfrew Scottish) RCA.

A Carleton Place street was named Costello Drive after the former mayor, sealed with an official dedication which took place on April 24, the wedding anniversary of Costello and his wife Heather. Costello Drive is home to the future site of the potential new hospital, which the historian said meant a lot to him at the time of the spring dedication. In October 2009, Costello hosted the 143rd anniversary reception for the 42nd Field Regiment (Lanark and Renfrew Scottish) RCA during one of the annual training sessions in Carleton Place. The festivities were initially to Carleton Place historian, former mayor and warden of Lanark County take place at his home, which salutes at the cenotaph during the 2009 Remembrance Day ceremony. he called Cossy Cove, but were Katie Mulligan file photo See ‘Historian’, Pg. 3

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County seeking new pound operator BY DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@metroland.com The Town of Mississippi Mills will spearhead a drive to secure animal pound services for Lanark County in the new year. In November, the animal control bylaw enforcement officer for the towns of Mississippi Mills and Carleton Place, Connie Murphy, announced she would resign her post effective Jan. 18. Murphy also provides pound services to Carleton Place, Perth, Mississippi Mills, Beckwith, Tay Valley, Lanark Highlands and Drummond/North Elmsley. During a Lanark County meeting on Dec. 3, Mississippi Mills’

chief administrative officer (CAO) Diane Smithson was chosen to accept expressions of interest from companies looking to provide pound facilities for the affected Lanark municipalities. “The pound is the problem because it has to meet all sorts of requirements and it’s too expensive for us to operate,” said Coun. Garry Dalgity. Murphy’s pound currently handles more than 600 cats and dogs annually. Requests for proposals are currently available for pick up from Smithson’s office. A meeting with a representative of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs will be held at

the Mississippi Mills town offices (3131 Old Perth Rd.) on Wednesday, Jan. 5 to discuss any questions applicants may have for the threeyear contract. Final applications are due by Jan. 19, at noon. “If the RFP (request for proposals) is unsuccessful, the CAOs will look at the possibility of a county operated pound,” wrote Mississippi Mills town clerk Cindy Halcrow in a report to Mississippi Mills town council. According to Halcrow’s report, the town paid $13,546 for animal control and expenses in 2009. “Staff is expecting that the animal control budget will in-crease significantly in 2011,” wrote HalAnnie, left, and George, right, enjoy a run in their cage at the crow. “No one can afford to run it Travelling Paws Kennel and Pound in Mississippi Mills. The facility will be closing its doors to new rescues on Jan. 18. Desmond Devoy photo themselves,” said Dalgity.

New communications system could save lives BY KASSINA RYDER kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com

CONCERT IN MIDDLEVILLE Jim Caldwell, Donovan Adolph, Bruce Barton and Janice Parton play for a packed house during the Christmas Celtic Jam celebration at the Middleville Community Centre on Saturday, Dec. 18. Andrew Snook photo

Firefighters in Lanark County will soon have a new and improved communications system that will increase both firefighter safety and fire response times, said Lanark County’s emergency services co-ordinator Rick Hannah. The new system enables firefighters to communicate with each other directly, rather than relaying messages through the dispatch centre, said Hannah. “It’s going to mean that a person can transmit on a portable radio to anybody within Lanark County, ask them a question and get the answer directly back, rather than having to go through the dispatch centre,” he said. “It saves time, and saving time can save lives in the event of an emergency.” Communications towers across Lanark County are now equipped

with a repeater simulcast service, which means radio signals can be transmitted to all nine towers in the county at the same time. A page used to have to be sent to each fire department individually. “In the past, if one person was trying to communicate to another, they would always have to radio to the dispatch centre, have them relay the message out to the person they were looking for, and then get that message back to them. It meant there were four transmissions to get an answer,” Hannah said. “Now the dispatcher can put the page out, it goes off of all the towers simultaneously, everybody hears it.” The department also upgraded its radios from 35-watt output to 100-watt output, and the communications towers have been made taller, which means radio signals are stronger and can go farther.

“It’s a better system, there is less chance of anybody getting hurt because they can’t get back to dispatch and that sort of thing,” Hannah said. The radios also have a second tactical channel, allowing a team of firefighters on a scene to communicate on a different frequency from the rest of the department. Hannah said the new system should last about 15 years. Upgrades are also available, such as being able to transmit data to fire trucks digitally, which will enable firefighters to receive information on computer screens inside the truck. “That’s a capability, it’s not there, but the equipment is capable of doing that,” he said. The project cost approximately $1 million for all nine municipalities in Lanark County, Hannah said. He said the system is expected to be launched before Christmas.

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Perth Food Bank, YAK approach town for funding BY CATHY JAMES

says the food bank has some projects up its sleeve. “We know that if we teach a man to fish, he’ll eat a lifetime,” she said. She explained how the Torontobased food centre, the Stop, selected to work with the Perth and District Food Bank in order to become a sustainable and efficient organization. “This will present us as a green and caring community,” she said. Council commended the food bank’s educational and green approach. “I’m impressed with the Stop Program, and you are leading the way to changing it from a food bank to a food centre,” said Mayor John Fenik, who then made a motion to consider the food bank’s $15,000 request for its 2011 budget considerations. “The bottom line is cash flow is required, and that needs to happen.” Council agreed to review this request when combing through its budget.

Slated to move into its new facility on Gore Street next March, the Perth and District Food Bank plans to host cooking, budgeting and gardening classes in an effort to meet its vision – working to eliminate hunger in the community. In order to make these programs happen, financial security is necessary, which is why the board members approached the Town of Perth, asking that council create a line for them in the 2011 budget. Food bank representative Nancy Wildgoose spoke to council at its committee-of-the-whole meeting Dec. 14, telling councillors that hunger isn’t disappearing. “We know that all over this country people are living paycheque to paycheque, and we have people in our community,” she said. “We have hunger in this community that’s not going away, and we are asking that you make us an ongoing expenditure.” Youth also need funding The food bank requested that the town provide the organizaCommitted funding goes a long tion with a $15,000 annual com- way. Council heard this message mitment. Working to eliminate hunger from Youth Action Kommittee throughout the area, Wildgoose executive director Darinka Mor-

elli who also spoke to council at its Dec. 14 meeting, asking that they commit to the youth program with a $12,000 grant for 2011, followed by annual payments in the future. “We want to request an annual contractual agreement,” she said. “We are asking for $12,000 for this year, and then sit down with staff to talk about how they can fit us into the budget.” YAK is a charitable organization working to provide opportunities, support, resources, information, training and encouragement to youth in Perth and the surrounding rural area. Nearly 70 per cent of the youth who use the Sherbrooke Street

YAK centre are Perth residents. “We want to thank council for its previous grants,” Morelli said. “It’s been a fundamental component of our success.” Morelli explained why an annual financial commitment from the town eases the organization’s stress to staying out of the red. “Everything is a juggling act,” she said. “It’s not easy.” Each year, YAK needs to access $60,000 to keep its doors open. Rent makes up a third of that budget, followed by salary costs. Lanark County has committed to providing two-thirds of the budget, leaving YAK having to come up with the remainder.

Provincial grants have funded projects both now and in the past, but as Morelli outlined, it’s not guaranteed income for YAK. “It’s not sustainable funding, and that’s the trouble,” Morelli explained. “We don’t know if, or when, projects will get funding.” Having committed funding from the town allows YAK to plan for the future. “If we committed $12,000 over four years, does that help you?” Coun. Judy Brown asked Morelli. “Absolutely,” she replied. Council agreed to also consider YAK’s request during budget deliberations taking place early in 2011.

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Fuel spill on rail line litre storage tank, which is used to fuel kerosene heaters that keep railroad switches from freezing, Lovecchio said. “The leak was actually on what we call a switch heater, which is a piece of equipment that keeps the track warm where two tracks come together,” he said. A company has been contracted to clean up the spill, which is isolated to the area around the tracks, Kehoe said. “They’re just cleaning up the

soil and they expect there’s really no off-rail impacts,” he said. Lovecchio said there are no public safety issues associated with the leak, and railroad trafﬁc James Ae Perkins and Luc Phillipe pose at the Smiths Falls location of their café, Two Guys For Lunch. The is operating as normal. two men will be opening up a new location in Perth at 40 Sunset Blvd. in January. Andrew Snook photo “Safety is our top priority, there is no risk to the public from this leak and, as I indicated, the leak has been repaired and remediation is underway,” Lovecchio said. The cause of the leak is under investigation and has not yet been determined, he added.

Two Guys for Lunch cooks up new location in Perth BY ANDREW SNOOK

Historian, former warden relocated to the town hall auditorium due to weather uncertainty. Costello was a frequent visitor of Carleton Place council meetings, often to speak about upcoming military events or to introduce Margaret Harmon, daughter of Roy Brown to the community during her visit. Costello’s book, A Nursery of the Air Force: The Story of the Carleton Place Great War Airmen and the Brown/Richthofen Saga, was published in 1979. During the Dec. 15 meeting of Lanark County council, Warden Sharon Mousseau focused on Costello’s commitment, integrity and the respect he has earned in his roles over many years with both Carleton Place and Lanark County councils, along with his many other community activities. “One of my best memories of Brian will be his wealth of stories,” said Mousseau. The warden and deputy reeve of Beckwith Township said

she learned so much about the community from Costello. “While I loved his historical accounts, Brian had an absolutely delightful way of describing incidents that had you laughing until tears came,” said Mousseau. Costello leaves behind his wife Heather, as well as their children Leslie, Michael and Matthew, and grandchildren Kaitlin, John, Meghan, Kendra, William and Drew. His is survived by his brother Bernie Costello, and sisters Claire and Christine. For those who wish, donations can be made to the Carleton Place Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society. Visitation for Costello was held at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home in Carleton Place on Friday, followed by a Masonic service and a legion service. The funeral, which ﬁlled St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church to capacity on Saturday afternoon, featured a eulogy by Rev. Robert Hill.

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andrew.snook@perthcourier.com Today’s special is expansion. It is what’s on the menu for a Smiths Falls café. Two Guys For Lunch will be opening up a second location in the Town of Perth in January at 40 Sunset Blvd. Owners, James Ae. Perkins, 41, and Luc Phillipe, 38, are excited about bringing their unique menu to a second town. “We try to make every (dining) experience different,” Perkins said. “We serve everything from wieners and beans to West African curry beef.” The first location was opened five years ago, at Cornelia Court, located at 91 Cornelia St. W in Smiths Falls. Perkins opened up the shop and asked Phillipe to join him in his venture. “I convinced Luc to quit his job and come here and work for nothing,” Perkins joked. Phillipe said he has worked in the food industry all his life. He said he began as a dishwasher before moving on to the other positions in restaurants, as well as in grocery stores, where he

worked as a baker. Perkins, who was born and raised in Smiths Falls, worked at a variety of restaurants and attended the fine arts program at St. Lawrence College. Afterwards, Perkins went on to manage at various stores including the framing department at a Michaels location. He said that when he opened up Two Guys For Lunch, he wanted to offer residents an alternative to burgers, fries and pizza. “Our quiche and our chilli are probably our biggest sellers,” Perkins said. “That and our generous portions.” Two Guys For Lunch offer a variety of homemade meals to its patrons including quiche, chilli, sandwiches, salads, desserts and soups. It also tries to accommodate the dietary restrictions of its patrons. “We make our daily specials as fresh as possible,” Perkins said. “We probably have 15 to 20 homemade soups that we rotate,” Phillipe added. The new location will seat approximately 30 people, the same as Cornelia Court, but there

will be additional kitchen space, something Phillipe and Perkins are happy to welcome for the catering side of their business. “We cater up to 75 people,” Perkins said. “We have done offsite catering for about 300 people. We’ll be able to do a few more each day (with the new location).” Perkins and Phillipe said they decided to open the second location in Perth for a variety of reasons including the proximity of the two restaurants. Phillipe said that he enjoys the atmosphere of the town. “A lot of our business comes from Perth,” Phillipe said. Anyone interested in dining at the new Perth location had better come with a big appetite. “I used to joke that we’re not in the business for making money,” Perkins said. “I get more satisfaction knowing people are full.” The new location will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., the same as the Cornelia Court café. For more information, call 613284-2202 (91 Cornelia St. W, Smiths Falls) or 613-264-2202 (40 Sunset Blvd., Perth).

MUNICIPAL MATTERS

613-259-2398 or 1-800-239-4695 www.lanarkhighlands.ca All Lanark Highlands waste disposal sites Some tips to COMMITTEE will be CLOSED on minimize waste APPOINTMENT Saturday Dec. 25 & Sunday, Dec. 26. (2010 to 2014) and keep the ARE YOU LOOKING FOR Waste Sites will be OPEN instead on the holidays affordable: A WAY TO BECOME • Reuse wrapping paper you’ve saved following Monday:

Waste Site Address Monday, Dec 27, 2010 Flower Station............ 770 Hills of Peace Road ......3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Lanark Village ............ 115 Forbes Road .................9 a.m. - 1 p.m. McDonald’s Corners .. 800 10th Con. Dalhousie .....8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Middleville .................. 4686 Wolf Grove ..................3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Robertson Lake ......... 3962 South Lavant Road .....1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Watson’s Corners ...... 2240 3rd Con. Dalhousie ....2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Snye Road ................. 171 Snye Road ...................12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Waste Sites will be CLOSED on New Year’s Day and open with regular Sunday hours on January 2, 2011. Curbside collection service for household waste and blue box recycling will take place as usual in Lanark Village on Friday Dec 24 and Dec 31.

Lanark & District Community Centre Public Skating Hours

Municipal Ofﬁce Closure

Wednesdays: ................. 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Sundays: ........................ 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.

The Municipal Ofﬁce will be closed for the holidays starting Monday, December 20, 2010 and will reopen on Monday, January 3, 2011.

FREE Holiday Skating: December 27: ................ 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. December 29: ................ 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. December 31: ................ 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. January 2: ...................... 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.

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during previous holidays, and don’t forget to fold up the best paper you get this year for future reuse. When shopping for gifts, choose options that come with less packaging or make sure the packaging is recyclable. (Blister plastic packaging is not recyclable.) Home-made and reused gifts can be a great choice! Consider the Reuse Centre, the Library book sale, and thrift stores as good shopping choices. You may be surprised by the ‘like new’ options you’ll ﬁnd! RECYCLE your packaging and wrapping material: in Lanark Highlands you can recycle wrapping and tissue paper, cardboard, greeting cards, plastic bags, & white styrofoam. If you’re replacing home ofﬁce and entertainment equipment this holiday season, remember you can donate working items to the McDonalds Corner Reuse Centre or recycle electronics at all Lanark Highlands’ waste sites.

Here’s wishing you a merry and sustainable holiday season! ROAD EMERGENCY PAGER 1-888-235-9711 Please call this number only in case of a road-related emergency or potential danger that requires immediate attention as responding to the pager requires the carrier to interrupt their normal activity (i.e. snowplowing, grading etc.) to ﬁnd a land telephone or location where a cell phone works. General requests for information will not be provided via this number.

INVOLVED IN YOUR COMMUNITY

The Township of Lanark Highlands Boards and Committees are a way to make a substantial contribution to your community. Council relies on the recommendations received from each Committee regarding various issues. The Township’s Committees are an important and integral part of the governance structure. Council is now accepting resumes to serve on the following Board:

Arnprior Public Library Board Deadline for submission of applications is 12:00 p.m. on January 5, 2011. (Please include your name, address, telephone number, a brief description of your interest and any prior experience) Township of Lanark Highlands Amanda Mabo, Clerk/Deputy CAO 75 George Street, Lanark, Ontario K0G 1K0 T: 613-259-2398 ext. 231 • F: 613-259-2291 E: clerk@lanarkhighlands.ca www.lanarkhighlands.ca Note: Personal information collected from applications is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used to determine qualiﬁcations. Questions about the collection of Information should be directed to the Clerk/Deputy CAO at the address indicated above.

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Skater Church a hit with youth BY KASSINA RYDER kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com

Seven-year-old Stuart Cockburn performs a jump at Skater Church on Dec. 17. The Good Shepherd Hall in St. James Anglican Church becomes a skateboard park for youth on Friday evenings. Kassina Ryder photo

When a group of kids decided the Anglican Church’s Good Shepherd Hall was the perfect place to do some skateboarding last fall, volunteer Peter McCracken didn’t agree at first. “My knee-jerk reaction was ‘get these kids out of here,’” he said. But after he and Rev. Christine Piper discussed the idea, his opinion changed. “Christine and I thought it was a great way to match the needs of the community with the resources of the church,” he said. After receiving approval to use the hall once a week and getting some removable, simple jumps and rails installed, Skater Church was born. People ranging in age from four to their early 20s come to the church every Friday night to skateboard and pray together. Younger kids skate from 5:30 until 7 p.m. and older skaters get the floor from 7 until 9 p.m. Despite the different age groups, McCracken said the older kids encourage younger ones, who are anxious to learn from the more

PERTH COUNCIL BRIEFS BY CATHY JAMES These are council briefs from the Town of Perth’s committeeof-the-whole meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010. All council members were present.

Churchill takes on firefighter captain title The Perth Fire Department welcomed Steve Churchill as its newest captain. Fire Chief Steve Fournier notified council of this selection at its Dec. 14 meeting, stating that Churchill’s experience made him the right candidate for the job. A recent termination of a cap-tain left a vacancy in the volunteer firefighting service. The department conducted an internal competition, with four volunteer firefighters applying for the position. Each applicant was interviewed by Fournier and Deputy Chief Pat Publow. Churchill joined the department in 2000 and was promoted to driver operator two years later. He often assumed the role of “acting captain,” and working in the carpentry business, he is well versed in building construction standards. Churchill also holds his level one certification in fireworks and has been chair of the Firefighters’ Association in past years. Churchill joins three other captains – Jim Hogan, Kevin Fielding and Derek Popplewell – who all work under the leaderships of Fournier and Publow. He faces a one-year probation period effective Dec. 17, 2010.

Recreation cost-sharing agreement with Tay Valley Tay Valley Township residents can continue to play hockey, soccer and swim for the next four years, after the township and town renewed its recreation costsharing agreement. An upcoming expiry date brought the Town of Perth

and Tay Valley Township staff together to negotiate and renew its cost-sharing agreement for use of Perth’s Community Centre, pool and Conlon Farm facilities. Perth’s chief administrative officer, Tim Simpson, outlined the four-year agreement to councillors. Calling it a fair partnership between the two parties, Simpson explained how the agreement is formulated based on the projected costs of operating the three facilities for the next four years. To ensure accuracy, the town staff reviewed the financial data and incorporated a 3.5 per cent inflation rate for each year of the term. The capital dollars, explained Simpson, will be placed in a reserve and will be used for any capital upgrades required in any of these facilities. Simpson recommended council approve the cost-sharing agreement, as many facility users are from outside of the town limits. This would give the town financial peace of mind. The town has not yet completed its negotiations with the Drummond/North Elmsley Township. Coun. Beth Peterkin asked whether the town has to first reach an agreed settlement with Drummond/ North Elmsley before signing the agreement with Tay Valley. Mayor John Fenik explained how the two agreements are isolated, and the town can therefore proceed to authorize the Tay Valley Township agreement. “The two sharing agreements are completely different,” he said. “I am happy we have come to an agreement with Tay Valley Township.”

Perth Ambassador program launches in 2011 Perth’s town crier will add another item to his job description. Brent McLaren recently offered to launch the Perth Ambassador program, which will begin next

summer in Perth. In his annual report to the Town of Perth, McLaren outlined an innovative program in Kingston, whereby volunteers provide information to tourists about city attractions and events. Perth’s community services director, Shellee Evans, then brought this idea forward to the Municipal Heritage Advisory Panel. Panel members agreed this would be a great thing to do in Perth, and McLaren offered to launch the project for 2011. He told The Perth Courier he looks forward to putting the program in place, and is even more excited about what these ambassadors will do for Perth. “This program will show that Perth is a wonderful place to spend some time,” he said. “We want to connect our highway to our downtown, so that you won’t be able to come to this area without thinking about coming into Perth as well.” McLaren said the Perth Ambassadors will dress in period clothing and will be situated throughout the downtown core, as well as along the highway corridor, providing maps and information to visitors. “We want to target areas where tourists will be located, such as the farmers’ market area on a Saturday,” he explained. “But we also want to be on the highway to let those passing through town (know) what we have to offer if they take a drive downtown.” McLaren said he has already talked informally to some people interested in taking part in the program. They also plan to launch an advertising campaign in the new year, requesting that interested residents come forward to volunteer for the program. “We are going to be looking for people interested in volunteering their time to literally be on the streets of Perth,” he said. McLaren added that volunteers can offer up as much or as little time as they have available.

experienced skaters. Helmets are worn at all times and parents often stick around to watch their kids skate. Usually about 15 to 20 people visit Skater Church each week. “We were and continue to be amazed by the success of the program,” McCracken said. Andy Cockburn’s two children, Ruth, 9, and Stuart, 7, have been skateboarding in the hall since McCracken began the program a year ago. “It’s a nice way to keep active,” he said. “Also, the kids are picking up tips and they’re getting better and better.” He said his son Stuart’s skateboarding skills have definitely improved over the last year. “He’s getting more in touch with his physical prowess,” he

said. Sixteen-year-old Will Hunealt said he participates almost every Friday. “It’s better than skating outside because it’s too cold,” he said. “Besides, there’s nowhere to skate.” At about 7 p.m. each evening, participants and volunteers gather to say a prayer and discuss the highlights of their week. They are also encouraged to talk about anything they would like to share with the group. McCracken said in addition to helping kids stay physically active, the program also helps kids feel like they belong. “We feel we’re creating a supportive and inclusive community,” he said.

Hamper challenge leaves Dobson wanting food gardens similar to Perth BY CATHY JAMES When a recipe called for a certain ingredient, Bill Dobson was left with no choice. He simply couldn’t make the dish he wanted, and had to find something else to eat for dinner. The Township of Montague reeve encountered this problem each day when taking part in the Do The Math-Eat the Math challenge issued by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, which is to live off a food bank hamper for one week. As a promotional means to raise awareness about food security, more than 20 local leaders took part in the campaign last month, only able to eat whatever food was placed inside their hampers. The hampers left participants without fresh fruit, vegetables and common ingredients used to put together a simple recipe. To top it off, they couldn’t purchase or use existing food in the house. Dobson says he quickly realized just how much he takes these common household groceries for granted. “Our initial thought was that we received quite a lot of food for three days, but on closer inspection, we quickly realize how difficult it could be to make healthy meals with these limited ingredients,” he said. “Eventually I started to crave fruits and vegetables. The quality of the food left a lot to be desired.” Shuffling through the food hamper each day allowed Dobson to understand the quality of food distributed to food bank clients. “While it’s great to have these emergency food services to area residents, you really do notice the difference even between low and high-quality foods,” he says. Dobson says the hamper challenge taught him a lesson. “It was very worthwhile and I’m glad we did it, because it has made us more aware about food security,” he says. Dobson shared his experience with the other food hamper participants at an executive summary meeting hosted by the health unit following the

challenge. Along with sharing their experiences using the food hamper, participants also discussed possible actions to advocate change, brainstorming how to promote and sustain food security within their own communities. One strategy includes establishing more community gardens throughout the region, along with community kitchens where residents can learn and share food-related skills and knowledge while providing a valuable social experience. There are already some established food skills programs offered throughout Lanark County, including the Connections Program for Families, a program hosted in Carleton Place, Perth and Smiths Falls, which allows parents to learn about nutritional needs for their families. But for Dobson, the answer lies with community gardens. “I think it’s important to have community gardens,” he says. “Just like how people have access to food banks, they should also have access to food gardens.” Smiths Falls Community Food Bank director Sylvia Davis says they offer clients fresh produce in season, which is donated by area gardeners. “We hope to increase the availability, but there are limited by refrigeration issues,” she says. “No garden, which is tied exclusively to the food bank, is currently in place.” The community garden concept has already been adopted by the Perth and District Food Bank. With a plot located behind the old Brown Shoe Factory on Sunset Boulevard, the food bank grows its own fruits and vegetables, providing clients with fresh food options. With plans to move to its new location on Gore Street in March, the organization will then have its own backyard, allowing for plans to expand its community garden. “These gardens will allow food bank clients to get that nutritional element that we noticed was missing from our food hampers,” says Dobson.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Recipients of Ontario Parks Bursaries stand for a photo at an awards ceremony in Toronto on Nov. 18.

Photo courtesy of Ontario Parks

Parks work pays off with bursary BY KASSINA RYDER kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com Two Perth area girls are demonstrating how hard work can pay off, after receiving Ontario Parks Partners Bursaries last month. Ashley Barrie and Jerrica Nadeau each received a $500 bursary toward their education. “My reaction, other than being super-excited and not being able to wipe the smile off of my face for a couple days, was relief,” Barrie said in an email. “As a student, I am working part time to make ends meet, and to have a little extra breathing room with this $500 was a great feeling.” Barrie has worked for Ontario

Parks for the past four summers. She started as gate attendant at Silver Lake Provincial Park before being promoted to head gate attendant the following year. Last summer, she was promoted again to assistant park clerk at both Silver Lake and Sharbot Lake Provincial Parks. Kathy Sauve, superintendent at Sharbot Lake Provincial Park, said the entire park staff was thrilled that Barrie received the bursary. “We were just really pleased with nominating Ashley because of what she brings to the program,” Sauve said. “We were really happy to see her get that bursary.” Sauve said Barrie’s work ethic

and leadership skills prompted the nomination. “She’s been with us for a while and she really does provide strong leadership and a really positive attitude,” she said. “She’s very dedicated.” Barrie is working toward her bachelor of recreation and leisure studies degree at Brock University in St. Catharines. She said receiving the bursary will allow her to pay off the rest of her tuition and afford new textbooks for next semester’s classes on her own. “Over the past few years I’ve needed a lot of support financially from my parents, and I love them for it,” Barrie said. “It feels good to be able to give their wallets a

bit of a break.” Nadeau is working toward her bachelor of applied business in e-business and supply chain management at Algonquin College in Ottawa. She has worked at Murphy’s Point Provincial Park for the past few summers and spent last summer as a clerk in the store at the park. Nadeau said her supervisor told her she had been nominated for the bursary, but she was still surprised that she won. “I was just surprised that I was even nominated for it, and to actually get it was that much better,” she said. Curtis Thompson, acting park superintendent at Murphys Point, said Nadeau was an excellent employee.

“Jerrica was just an exceptional student in our program,” he said. “She certainly has the communications skills for customer service.” He said Nadeau’s attitude with her co-workers prompted them to nominate her for the bursary. “She’s a very hard worker and she was very well liked by all staff at the park this year,” he said. “She was always willing to lend a helping hand and help other staff that were in the store.” Nadeau said she plans to put the bursary toward paying the money she has borrowed for school. “It’s going to help me pay off my student loan,” she said. “I’m just going to use it to help pay down my debt.”

Financial forecast outlined to Perth council After learning that next year’s projected budget could tack on a 1.2 per cent increase to ratepayers’ tax bills, Perth town councillors wasted no time stating their goals for the 2011 budget. Reporting to council at its Dec. 14 committee-of-the-whole meeting, director of corporate services Lang Britchford outlined the proposed 2011 budget expenditures. Combining town services costs, along with inflation, growth, debt reduction and capital investment growth, Britchford reported an estimated 1.2 per cent tax levy increase. That’s if council makes little, or no, changes from the 2010 budget lines. Britchford noted the report is intended to showcase the general budgeting approach so that council can provide direction to staff regarding council’s anticipated expectations for the release of the first draft. “In order to provide staff this base budget starting point, the strategic budget guideline’s projected tax increase for the budget year in question is subject to deliberation each and every year, starting from the tax levy increase projected at the end of the prior year’s budget process,” he stated.

Breaking down the numbers Section by section, Britchford outlined the financial forecast to council. The town’s service level costs will shrink by 3.2 per cent, based on increased provincial and federal funding hike of 3.5 per

cent mixed with a projected 0.3 per cent debt repayment increase. Should council wish to offer new services or cut current services, the projected 3.2 per cent decrease would then be altered. “Any change to the town’s service levels is a strategic council decision,” Britchford stated in his report. “With direction otherwise, there is no anticipated increase in cost for this component.” The 1.2 per cent estimate comes from calculating the town’s service costs and combining it with estimated inflation costs, an increased tax base, paying down debt, as well as the infrastructure gap of $1.5 million. At this point, there is no provision for increasing the tax levy to deal with infrastructure gap. Britchford also outlined opportunities and challenges that may arise next year, including a 10 per cent increase in employee benefits, uncertainty surrounding the landfill closure and insurance savings. “All the above factors will be quantified and incorporated into the multi-year model to allow for council to give informed direction on a starting point for staff to prepare a draft 2011 budget for deliberation by council,” Britchford stated. “Council may also consider giving general bottom-line direction to staff by way of one-time or permanent service level changes, which may help to reduce the projected tax increase.” Councillors stated a variety of ways to approaching the budget. Coun. Ed McPherson first spoke up, stating that limiting the tax levy increase for ratepayers is key.

“It’s a year to me when we say ‘I don’t need to do that this year,’” McPherson said. “The time may come to sit down with the directors and say, ‘in your professional opinion, what can you cut?”’ Coun. Jim Boldt agreed. “I think Coun. McPherson hit it right on the head,” Boldt said. “If we change our mindset, it’s an area where we have to be more creative.” The discussion then turned to economic development, a central municipal election topic. Hiring an economic development officer, or at least creating an economic development committee, remains on Coun. Jim

Graff ’s radar. “We have everything to offer here in Perth,” Graff said about attracting businesses to the town. “But they’re not going to come unless we go to them.” Coun. Beth Peterkin said economic development is a wideranging topic and involves providing essential services, which, in turn, brings business to Perth. “It’s a chicken or the egg situation,” she said. “So do they become because of the services we offer?” Coun. Judy Brown pointed out that to attract industry to Perth, the town has to maintain its basic service elements to taxpayers.

“People tend to think their taxes are high because we are wasting money,” she said. “That is certainly not the case here. If we make cuts, we will have to cut services.” Whichever way council approaches its budget, Mayor John Fenik has one wish for budget season. “I just hope that taxpayers, when they open their bill, they know that we only make up 40 per cent of the bill,” he said, adding how the remaining costs go directly to Lanark County. Council’s first budget meeting is scheduled for Jan. 20, 2011 in the council chambers.

Nominations still open in recognition of Education Excellence

BY SAM COOLEY

sam.cooley@metroland.com Is there a teacher that has been monumental to you in the past that you’d like to honour? If the teacher/educator fits the criteria, you will be able to nominate them for the Education Excellence Awards for 2010. Anyone can submit a nomination. The deadline is Jan. 31, 2011. There are several nomination categories to choose from, including Teacher of The Year, New Teacher of The Year, Excellent Support Staff, Excellence in Leadership, Team of The Year and Lifetime Achievement. Each award has different criteria. An example of the criteria in ‘Teacher of the year’ award: “demonstrates a

contagious enthusiasm for teaching and learning, makes an exceptional contribution to the school and the local community, inspires students to take on new challenges and reach their full potential.” The rest of the nomination process requires several letters to be written about why the teacher is a good candidate for the award. The final step is to download the nomination form and fill it out, along with the letters. “The staff in our schools work hard to give young people the best possible start in life. These awards are a great way to recognize their dedication and contributions to education in Ontario,” said Leona Dombrowsky, Ontario Minister of Education. An area teacher at Almonte and

District High School, Lynn Carss, won the Lifetime Achievement Award for 2010. Carss explained that she was the chosen nominee out of 800 other candidates from schools across Ontario. “This award isn’t just public schools, it’s for French, English, Catholic, and any other school that is in Ontario,” said Carss. Carss also mentioned that outstanding staff awards are also to be noted. She shared a story of how a custodian won the award after organizing several fundraisers for local charities. “There are so many people that are making a difference (in education),” she said, “And it’s such a pleasant surprise when it happens.” The website address is: www. edu.gov.on.ca/teachingawards/

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EDITORIAL OUR OPINION

Give the gift of blood this Christmas season M

any people give money to local charities over the holiday season, but often forget one of the greatest gifts — the gift of life. Canadian Blood Services (CBS) estimated that they will need 22,000 more donors across the country to book appointments to meet the need this holiday season. Collecting blood during the holiday season is traditionally a challenge as many donors are away or are busy with family activities. It only takes an hour of your time and can save up to three lives, so take some time out from decking the halls and donate. Part of the answer is dedication and debunking some of the myths associated with giving blood. CBS staff will tell you that the regular donors are some of the most dedicated in the world, but as their population ages, we need to get new people in the chairs willing to donate. Most people are comfortable taking out their cheque books at this time of year to donate the growing lists of Christmas hamper programs, but they won’t roll up their sleeves. It won’t cost you a penny. There are many types of donations, you can make from whole blood, to plasma or platelets. Platelets are one of the components required to make blood clot. They are approximately one quarter the size of red blood cells and are not, whole cells, but fragile cell fragments. Plasma is the protein-rich liquid of your blood that helps other blood components circulate through your body, supports your immune system, and promotes the control of excessive bleeding. Hospital staff can use plasma donations to help patients with: some bleeding disorders, liver diseases, some operations, cancer and bone marrow therapy. Since nearly two-thirds of the Canadian people who are eligible to donate don’t do it, there is room for improvement. For more on why to donate or where to go, visit www.blood.ca. Blood. It’s in you to give.

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‘Twas the Night ... 2010 style I wonder how many millions of awful renditions of Clement Clark Moore’s ’Twas the Night Before Christmas exist out in the world? Well, here is one more – my almost-annual offering – to add to the collection. With apologies, again. ’Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house People were yelling and starting to grouse. The stockings were hung from the imaginary chimney with care But under the Christmas tree it looked kinda bare. “Our presents!” wailed Girlchild. “Where could they be? “I’ve looked and I’ve looked but there’s nothing for me!” “It’s true,” moaned Boychild, with an enormous pout. “Presents are what Christmas is all about.” I rolled my eyes and started to scowl And threw in for good measure a bit of a growl As I shovelled my way through the untidy piles Of toys and belongings that stretched on for miles. When I tripped on the clutter I started to wonder If child-rearing is forever a long, constant blunder. “Why would you people think that is so? “Christmas is about giving, didn’t you know?” The kids were distracted, though, by the TV Which was blaring about some sort of house for Barbie. “I am so getting that!” Girlchild announced Before out of the room the kids decidedly flounced. (I spend a lot of time decidedly flouncing out of rooms myself.

I just knew she could help me with my conundrum. (Say – now there’s some interesting rhyming!) “Now, dearie,” she said, with a pat on my arm, “Take a deep breath and you’ll come to no harm. “Think back several decades to when you were a child “And remember how unwrapping presents was wild.” “You lost me at ‘decades’ I said with a frown, “You sure know how to bring a room down.” “Nonsense!” she said, “You just need rest “As well as a reminder of how Past Deadline much you are blessed.” She pulled out her wand and things started to fly. I mean, it makes for a perfect The clutter was moving from exit. The “decidedly” part is where it did lie. particularly compelling, don’t Four piles of belongings you think?”) formed on the floor (Ahem.) And the Fairy then beckoned When in the next room there towards the front door. arose such a clatter, “Now gather your family here I knew they’d be occupied with in this room incessant chatter. “And explain to them some I scooped up some clutter and people are facing a gloom. looked all around “With these unused belongings But a space to put it could not given away be found. “You might be able to brighten I sank in a chair to consider their day.” this plight With that I gathered the clan And talk myself out of a get’round the heaps away flight. And explained we were giving When what to my bloodshot these items to peeps. old eyes should appear So as we all worked to pack up But the Stress-Free Holiday the things, Fairy™ of course! Never fear! The Stress-Free Holiday I flew from the chair and threw Fairy™ spread her wings. open my arms. “Enjoy this giving,” she said “I am so glad to see you! I have into the night missed your charms! Before winking and grinning “My house is awash in a sea of and then taking flight. debris Boychild, Girlchild, Groom“And all my kids talk about is boy and I wish you all a very ‘Me me me me!’” Merry Christmas and all the best With a wink of her eye and a in 2010! grin big as London

Stephanie

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OPINIONS

A cherished Christmas season memory

hen Wendy and I went up past Millie’s Hill last week to cut our Christmas tree, I couldn’t help but think back to the time our two boys were to be a part of this exciting Yuletide tradition. After my wife had scanned the papers and settled on a Christmas tree farm, we ran the idea past the kids. Much to our dismay, they were not impressed. “Grandpa needs help watching the roast in the oven,” Bob informed us, then added, “Rick can go and help you.” But Rick had other ideas. “The Rams are playing the Giants and it’s a must game for both of them,” the younger lad exclaimed. We looked at one another like the air had suddenly gone out of our beach ball. “Never mind, we’ll go ourselves,” I said curtly. Undaunted, yet inwardly disappointed, I wheeled

the station wagon out of the driveway a little faster than usual. My wife, equally chagrined, mumbled something about not bothering with a tree at all, before settling back to take in the snowy landscape. The trip to the wood lot took only a short while, during which the winter sun broke through the overcast and did much to brighten the prospects of the outing. Twenty minutes later we were walking among the lightly powdered evergreens, trying to decide which one would feel the recently sharpened teeth of the little Swede saw I carried. The clean crisp air, coupled with the picturesque surroundings, somehow strengthened our belief that this year’s tree would add more of a personal touch than those of the past. Both of us wondered, too, if such an appreciation for the great outdoors was a slowmaturing process that only grew and developed on a parallel to a

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BRIGGS-JUDE Outdoors person’s life-span. That evening in the warmth of our household, the boys joined with us to dress the freshly cut tree as happily as if they had gone out and brought it in themselves. At the time, I wondered if Grandpa had been

doing a little public relations job in our absence. At any rate, during the singing of the carols and general gaiety associated with the occasion, young Rick made an unexpected discovery. Near the top of the tree, on a thick-needled branch close to the trunk he found a tiny nest. After we all had looked at the compact structure, Rick went to his room and retrieved an old bird book Gramps had given him a few years back. The two boys forgot the decorating for a moment, quickly becoming engrossed in trying to find out what kind of bird had built so neat a cradle. Finally, through the process of elimination, it was agreed that the nest was that of a Myrtle warbler. More importantly though, from our point of view, was the fact that Bob and Rick wanted to go back to that area next spring. The boys felt there was something in that particular neighbourhood that was very

appealing to Myrtle warblers and they wanted to catch a sighting of these flashing sprites in real life. Through all these proceedings, old Gramps sat quietly rubbing his stubbled chin. The Christmas season, he thought, was, among other things, a time of understanding and appreciation. But similar to the carolled words “peace on earth, goodwill towards men,” these cherished intangibles cannot be dictated; they only hold worth when spawned in the heart of each individual. Christmas thoughts from me to you: There is no greater joy than the joy of Christmas morning. There is no greater love than the love felt on that day. There is no greater faith than the faith that comes with the Christmas message, No stronger hope for the future, no happier memories of the past.

Departing librarian deserves to be recognized for efforts

WHO STOLE CHRISTMAS?

Someone found a Christmas tree they liked, but now no one else will be able to enjoy it, after the culprit cut the top off of this tree in Stewart Park last week. Kassina Ryder photo

Please do not increase the pain of taxes

Dear editor, This is an open letter to the new council. I read in the paper that one of the first tasks facing the new council is the development of a budget. As I understand it, the way most municipalities approach this is to work up from the bottom and compare their proposed expenditures against last year’s revenue. In doing so, inevitably more money is required than was accrued in taxes in the pervious year, so the difference becomes the new tax increase. Well, there is a different way of doing things and that is the old adage “zero-based

budgeting.” In this process you work from the assumption that you have no more to spend this year than last so you look at what you have to cut out to achieve this “zero” goal. I should remind you that this is a process that most households undertake every year. The households contribute the revenues that you, as councillors, decide to spend. Oh yes, it undoubtedly would hurt in certain areas, but it already hurts many beleaguered taxpayers. Please do not increase the pain. Carl A. Rubino Perth

Dear editor, Right from the time of the fire in December 1980 in the Carnegie Building, where the library was located, on Gore Street across from Town Hall and the subsequent move into the fine new library on Herriott Street on Dec. 12, 1981, Faye Cunningham has been at the helm and all that entailed. Hard to believe that all happened in two short years. Soon, as the library became busier, more was needed to answer the demands of the library patrons. Eventually the very active children’s section went through a period of expansion adding more space, more shelving and general improvement. This was no small job in the planning and organization by the children’s librarian Sue Snider and Faye. However, it entailed moving the fiction section to the second floor and more shelving and organization of the up to then the mostly unused space for the whole second floor. There were very good reasons for it being unused, mostly financial I believe. All these were major undertakings over the years as the use of the library increased dramatically and more services put into place such as a computerized system

for the checkout desk, addition of computers for the public’s use, the important literacy program for children who were recommended to take part during the summer months. As you go into the library you just know that it “hums” with activity. I am making this case as I was on the library board for nine years and I remember from my very first meeting how insurmountable the difficulties appeared to be (and I had extensive library experience in Ottawa), but apart from an excellent small staff and some outstanding board members (not me) - mainly in the computer area - Faye weathered various storms. She should be proud of what she accomplished. Head librarian Faye Cunningham has made a splendid contribution to library users and to the community, and now she has decided to leave after 32 years. She will be greatly missed. Now that a new head librarian has been appointed and an article has appeared in the Courier about her appointment, I feel the time has arrived to make note of Faye’s time at our library. She leaves at the end of the year, just a few more days. Peggy Moxon

For 2011, I resolve to do the following ...

know I said I would talk about Elements 9 today, but I changed my mind. Lots of time in the new year to get into Elements. You can be patient, can’t you? I have never been any good at making (or keeping) New Year’s resolutions. Some people can actually get somewhere with that concept, but it never worked for me. So, why am I writing about making resolutions to do with photography? Read on and find out. I’ve said this before, and I’ll say it again: back up your files! I’ll say it louder: BACK UP YOUR FILES! This is one resolution I do keep as I would be devastated if I lost the countless thousands of photos I have stored on my computer. Bad things happen with computers – we all know that. Back-up programs are not expensive and some are even free. Hard drives are also very reasonable nowadays and come

in huge sizes suitable for storing many thousands of photos. Get into the habit of backing up regularly. Many programs can be set to do this automatically so you don’t even have to think about it. This is ultra-important and my backups have saved my photo collection on more than one occasion. How well do you organize your photographs? By that, I mean are they sorted into files and folders which have names so you can find things quickly and easily? Several people (you know who you are) have told me they keep all their pictures in one giant folder. Yikes! When that grows to thousands of pics, how do you ever find anything? There are two common methods of organizing. One is to simply make lots of different folders under “My Pictures” on your computer. Folders can have sub-folders. For example, if the main folder is People, sub

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CRABB Camera Corner folders could be Family, Friends and Other. The Family sub-folder can be further broken down into more folders, each with a title identifying a particular branch of the family. The other common method

is to tag photos. Most editing programs (like Elements) have an organizer which lets you attach a keyword to a photo. For example, you take a few hundred photos at Christmas this year. If they are all tagged “Christmas 2010”, then down the road, one click will bring them all up, even if they have been moved to different folders. It takes time to go back and tag, but it can be done a bit at a time. Find an editing program you like and are comfortable with. Most let you download trial versions, so that over 30 days you can test it out to see if you like it. Once you find the perfect program, stick with it. That way, you learn it well (they all have learning curves) and you feel comfortable using it. I use Photoshop CS5, but that doesn’t mean it’s right for you, necessarily. Also, try the one that came free with your camera. Maybe that’s

all you need. Further to the above, each time you download a bunch of photos to the computer, tweak them and sort them. I chuck mine into a temporary folder on the desktop, so that if I’m short on time, I can come back later and do the above. Most pictures need a little work – levels, brightness, sharpening, etc. Please, please – get rid of redeye! It only takes two seconds to correct. Finally, in spite of the previous paragraph, try to take photos that need little or no improvement in an editing program. Pay attention to the rules of composition and delete, delete, delete – keeping only the good ones. You’ll feel better not having to apologize for crummy photos and, instead, can bask in the glow of praise for your wonderful shots. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all. Click!

Municipal Connection www.perth.ca Town approves Free Downtown Parking for Christmas 2010 From November 27th to December 31st, 2010 the Town of Perth is providing holiday shoppers with allday free parking in the following downtown Municipal Parking Lots: Wilson Street Lot; Code’s Mill Lot; Museum Lot; Chamber of Commerce Lot and the Basin Parking Lot. Parking at street meters beyond the Downtown Core is still free with a maximum of two hours permitted on the street. A vehicle may not be re-parked on a street in the Downtown Core within a ﬁve hour period of the ﬁrst parking. If visitors wish to shop for extended periods we encourage all shoppers to use the Municipal Parking Lots.

Holiday Hours for Municipal Services

Town Hall will be closed from 4:30pm on December 24th until 8:30am on December 29th and again from 4:30pm on December 31st until 8:30am on January 4th. For 24 hour emergency services please call 613-267-1072. The Perth Museum will be closed from 4:00pm on December 24th until 10:00am on December 28th. Hours of operation on December 28, 29 and 30 are 10:00am-4:00pm. The Museum will be closed from 2:00pm on December 31st until 10:00am on January 3rd. The Perth and District Indoor Pool will be closed from 4:00pm on December 24 until 12:00pm on December 27th and from 4:00pm on December 31st until 12:00pm on January 2nd. The pool will also be closed for a swim meet on January 7th, 8th and 9th. The Perth and District Community Centre will be closed on December 25th and January 1st. To book ice time over the holiday please call 613-267-3311.

Tim Hortons Free Skate Schedule Sunday, December 26 – 2:00-3:00pm Monday, December 27- 12:00-1:00pm Tuesday, December 28 – 5:30-6:30pm Wednesday, December 29 – 12:00-1:00pm Thursday, December 30 – 2:00-3:00pm Monday, January 3-12:00-1:00pm Tuesday, January 4 – 2:00-3:00pm Wednesday, January 5 - 12:00-1:00pm

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Thursday, January 6 - 2:00-3:00pm Friday, January 7 - 5:30-6:30pm Saturday, January 8 – 8:00-9:30pm Public Skating on Sunday, January 2 – 11:30am1:20pm is sponsored by the Perth Police Services. For a full list of activities at the Perth and District Indoor Pool and the Perth and District Community Centre please see the website at www.perth.ca.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

until 12:00 noon local time, Wednesday, January 19, 2011

FOR ANIMAL POUND SERVICES AND FACILITYTO SERVICE NUMEROUS LANARK COUNTY MUNICIPALITIES

RFP documents may be obtained from the Town of Perth website www.perth.ca.

Requests for proposals are being sought to provide animal pound services and a pound facility to numerous Lanark County Municipalities outlined in the RFP document. Submissions in response to this RFP are to be received in an envelope clearly marked “Pound Services” by Diane Smithson, CAO at the: Town of Mississippi Mills Municipal Ofﬁce 3131 Old Perth Road P.O. Box 400 Almonte, ON, K0A 1A0

An information meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 at 10:00 at the Mississippi Mills Municipal Ofﬁces located at the above address to learn more about this opportunity. For further information, please contact Diane Smithson, Mississippi Mills CAO at 256-2064 ext 225.

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ENTERTAINMENT Recent local draw winners Perth Lions Club“300 Club” draw Winners in the Perth Lions Club “300 Club” draw for the week of Dec. 11, 2010, were: Jackie Sheridan, Dale Bowes, Thelma Waldeck, Lil Mackler and Pat Hill. Winners for the week of Dec. 18 were: Lane Arnott, Ellard Frizell, Lana Anderson, Stephen Richmond and M. Eileen Publow.

26th Annual Community

Christmas Dinner On Christmas Day at Code’s Mill Banquet Hall Everyone is welcome to come and help celebrate this Christmas together. Open at 11 a.m. for appetizers Dinner is served at Noon

MAKING MUSIC FOR A GOOD CAUSE

If you require transportation to and from the dinner, would like a meal delivered, or just want to join us, please call 613-264-0123 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays or 613-812-5555 (this is a local number)

The Commuters helped celebrate the Night Before the Night Before Christmas fundraiser for the Perth and District Food Bank on Saturday night. Local band Tell Mama also helped draw the crowd to the Perth Legion for the night of dancing. Ryan Holland photo

Come and join us – There is no charge for the meal

Pike Falls Motorcycle Club came through for the kids again this Christmas. Thanks to their annual Toy Run, they were able to provide Christmas gifts for the children who take part in programs through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County. The Toy Run was held in September and participants brought in a record number of new toys for the children. Big Brothers Big Sisters held its annual Christmas party on Sunday, Dec. 5 at the Smiths Falls Civitan Hall. The club graciously donated its hall, and almost 100 children and their families attended. Crafts and games made the day more fun, and a special visit from Santa was a highlight. The United churches in Rideau Ferry and Lombardy prepared a full turkey dinner, which was enjoyed by everyone. The agency serves children

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throughout Lanark County, providing mentoring programs to kids who are in need of someone’s extra attention. Some children come from single-parent families, some from families struggling with disability, unemployment, poverty or other needs. An adult mentor spends time with the child each week, for as little as one hour, acting as a role model, a friend, and a confidant. The agency is in need of more mentors, particularly men, and asks that those interested contact the office as soon as possible. More than 200 children received service from this agency this year; another 35 children continue to be on the waiting list. For more information about how you can help, please call 613-283-0570 or visit www. bigbrothersbigsisterslanark.ca. Submitted by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County.

Canadian Cancer Society makes Christmas wish

office in Perth to dispatch drives for cancer patients throughout the area. Volunteers will dispatch for three to four hours each week. Orientation and training will be provided in mid-January. You can help by joining our new dispatch team today so that cancer patients can get to their treatment tomorrow. Give a special gift this Christmas and help make our wish come true. To register, or for more information, you may contact the Canadian Cancer Society office at 613-267-1058 or 1-800-367-2913 or email lanarklg@ ontario.cancer.ca. Submitted by the Canadian Cancer Society.

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Have you made a Christmas wish this year? The Canadian Cancer Society has one it would like to share with you. This year, the society is wishing to add volunteers to its Transportation Dispatch Team. Figuring out how to get to cancer treatment appointments isn’t a worry in Lanark, Leeds and Grenville. About 65 dedicated volunteer drivers give rides to and from the cancer centres in Ottawa and Kingston, offering friendly support along the way. Currently, drives are dispatched by staff and volunteers in various communities. Our wish for Christmas and the new year: to have a volunteer-led team at the local Canadian Cancer Society

Our heartfelt thanks go to Code’s Mill, other businesses, service clubs and the Perth community at large for your generous support.

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To advertise a non-profit Saturday, Jan. 15 community event, e-mail events@ • The Snow Road Snowmobile perthcourier.com and we would Club will host a fundraiser be happy to include it in the breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. at its Community Bulletin Board as clubhouse (1106 Gemmills Rd.). space allows. Everyone is welcome to attend. • The Snow Road Snowmobile Thursday, Dec. 23 Club will host a shepherd’s pie • The Perth Bible Hour will dinner, homemade dessert and take place from 7 to 8 p.m. at Chinese auction at 5 p.m. at its The Stewart School’s library. clubhouse (1106 Gemmills Rd.). Everyone is welcome to attend. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Murray McLeod at 613-267-3012. Sunday, Jan. 23

Saturday, Dec. 25 • Perth’s 26th annual Community Christmas Dinner at Code’s Mill banquet hall. Everyone is welcome to come out and celebrate Christmas together. The hall will open at 11 a.m. and appetizers will be served. Dinner will be served at noon. Anyone who requires transportation to and from the dinner, or would like a meal delivered, can call 613264-0123 from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., or 613-812-5555. There is no charge for the meal. Donations are welcome at the Royal Bank (44 Gore St. E.) in Perth or at the banquet hall.

Falls and District Crime Stoppers fundraising dance and silent auction will take place from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. at the Smiths Falls Royal Canadian Legion Branch 95. There will be a musical performance by the Doherty Brothers Band. Tickets are $10. Tickets are available at the Smiths Falls and District Chamber of Commerce (77 Beckwith more information St. N.), Impression Printing (55 For Visit: yourclassifieds.ca Abbott St. N.) or at the door. OR Call: • The Snow Road Snowmobile 1.877.298.8288 Club will host a fundraiser • In honour of Robbie Burns breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. at its Day, an afternoon of Scottish clubhouse (1106 Gemmills Rd.). celebration will take place at the Everyone is welcome to attend. Middleville Community Centre from 2 to 4:30 p.m. There will Saturday, Feb. 12 be bagpipes, highland dancing, • The Snow Road Snowmobile Celtic fiddle tunes and a Scottish Club will host its Sweetheart songfest, along with a taste of Snowmobile Poker Run and Roast haggis, cock-a-leekie soup, des- Beef Dinner from 4 to 6:30 p.m. sert, coffee, soft drinks and a at its clubhouse (1106 Gemmills wee dram of whiskey as well. Rd.). All are welcome to attend. Admission is $10 per adult and $5 • The Snow Road Snowmobile per child (children aged five and Club will host a fundraiser under are free). For information, breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. at its contact Margo at 613-256-5474 or clubhouse (1106 Gemmills Rd.). Heather at 613-259-2904. Everyone is welcome to attend.

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Friday, Feb. 25 • Snow Road Snowmobile Club • Duke Robillard and his awardwill host a meeting at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27 at its clubhouse (1106 Gemmills winning blues band come to • The Royal Canadian Legion Rd.). Perth Studio Theatre at 8 p.m. Branch 244 in Perth will host Tickets are $29.50 and are carpet bowling at 1 p.m. New Saturday, Jan. 29 available at Shadowfax or Tickets bowlers are welcome. • The fourth annual Smiths Please at Jo’s Clothes. Thursday, Dec. 30 • The Perth Bible Hour will take place from 7 to 8 p.m. at The Stewart School’s library. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Murray McLeod at 613-267-3012.

• The Snow Road Snowmobile Club will host its New Year’s Eve gathering at its clubhouse (1106 Gemmills Rd.). For more information, contact Morgan Wark at 613-278-0344.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County is hosting its annual Collectible Toy Show and Sale at the Almonte Civitan Hall on Jan. 29, 2011, and everyone is welcome. Currently, the agency is seeking vendors, collectors and exhibitors who might want to share their hobbies and passions with visitors at the show. The agency is striving to present a well-balanced selection of contemporary and vintage die-cast replicas ranging from farm toys and construction equipment to truck replicas. NASCAR, car replicas and other vehicle offer-ings will also be showcased. Model trains will also be

available to view and purchase, along with many other collectible toys. Typically, more than 20 vendors and exhibitors participate, and it draws a large crowd. This year, the agency is particularly seeking more vendors or collectors who have items of interest for the ladies who attend. Last year’s event drew in almost 300 people from all over eastern Ontario, and many of the same vendors and exhibitors are returning this year to showcase their collections and new items for sale. Mark the date in your books and show up early for the best deals. Doors open at 9 a.m.

Admission is only $5 at the door, and children under 12 are free. There will be door prizes to make this day even more entertaining. The Almonte Civitan Club will have its canteen open for the event. All net proceeds from the show will be used to help continue mentoring programs for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County, a local children’s charity. The agency provides one-on-one and group mentoring programs for more than 200 children throughout the county. More information about the agency can be found on its website at www. bigbrothersbigsisterslanark.ca or by calling the office at 613-283-0570.

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The facts and ﬁction of Emergency Room wait times

Nicolas Ruszkowski VP, Communications Ottawa Hospital Ottawa, December 14, 2010

HEAVENLY SOUNDS Visitors to St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church were treated to Christmas music on Sunday. Ryan Holland photo

OPP check more than 70,000 vehicles during RIDE initiative The Ontario Provincial Police Festive RIDE is in its third week. The OPP would like to thank everyone who has made alternative arrangements for transportation and those who helped their friends and family members safely home. It takes everyone working together to make our roads safer. During the first two weeks of the Festive RIDE in eastern Ontario, the OPP checked 71,910 vehicles between Nov. 26 and Dec. 12. Of those stopped: • 44 warnings (licence suspensions) were issued. • 21 people were charged with impaired, over “80” or refusal.

How do we ﬁrst learn about Emergency Rooms (ER)?

We’re getting better.

I was 12, visiting a farm in Cantley, Quebec. My brother Stan and I spent hours exploring the barn.

Yet the system is slowest for those waiting for admission to a hospital bed. The target wait time in this case is 8 hours. Here, we have not improved.

We found hay stacked from ceiling to ﬂoor. We jumped from bales perched several meters up, to those down below.

Why?

The fun lasted until Stan took aim at pile of hay from high above, and landed on a ﬂoor, hidden under only centimeters of hay. There was a loud “crack!” He got up holding his broken arm. He turned pale. We ran for help. My mother drove him to the closest ER. The wait took forever. I didn’t see him until next morning. How much has changed? Long ER wait times are still the norm.

• 638 tickets were issued for other offences: Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act. • There was one fatal motor vehicle collision in Russell County. It was not alcohol related. “It is shocking to see the number of people still choosing to drink and drive,” said Chief Superintendent Gary Couture. “Drinking and driving is not only socially unacceptable, it’s criminal. Don’t put others at risk.” The OPP will continue to be vigilant in keeping our highways safe. Submitted by the Ontario Provincial Police.

For sicker patients who need more care, but not admission to hospital, the wait-time target is 8 hours or less. This is the largest group of ER patients. Over the past year, visits from these patients grew by 16%. Despite the surge, we cared for 85% of within 8 hours. In fact, we treated 5,800 more patients (33 per day) within 8 hours than we did last year.

But there’s been signiﬁcant progress. Dedicated nurses, doctors and other health professionals ensure most emergency patients receive timely care. Take our hospital, for instance. Critically injured patients and those with life threatening conditions are seen within moments. Otherwise, an ER nurse aims to see a patient within 15 minutes, assigning them to one of three streams of care. For those with minor problems, “the walking wounded”, Ontario’s wait time target is less than 4 hours. Thanks to government’s work with

Hospitals operate most efficiently at occupancy levels of 88% to 92%. Unfortunately, for several years we’ve operated every day at more than 100% occupancy (with more patients than beds). As a result, we achieve an 8-hour wait less than 20% of the time. Delays happen not because of ER inefficiencies, but because acute care beds are increasingly occupied by patients who would ideally receive their care outside the hospital, but for whom there is a shortage of care in the community. It’s easy to point fingers at each other to “fix” the system. But no single government, hospital, community or health provider can do it alone. Improvements in ER happened when we all worked together. Let’s do the same to build a plan that ensures every patient receives care in the most appropriate setting. Nicolas Ruszkowski is VP Communications and Outreach at The Ottawa Hospital. Each week, he will share behind-the-scenes insight from the hospital. E-mail him at nruszkowski@toh.on.ca

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hospitals to divert cases to family doctors or walk-in clinics, and to improve our ability to “fast track” patients through ER when they do visit, the number of such visits declined by 15% since last year. And 75% of patients spend less than 4 hours in ER.

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Are you looking for a fast-paced, creative and challenging work environment? Is working with energetic, passionate people the right place for you? Do you have a flair for writing? Do you enjoy contributing to a team? Do you have a passion for news and features and capturing the essence of every story? Do you have an eye for design and a willingness to learn? Are you detail-oriented, with superior written and verbal communication skills? Are you web-savvy? Job Summary: We are currently seeking a Reporter/ Photographer for the Perth Courier. Primary duties will include interviewing, writing stories, shooting photos and videos and uploading content to the web. Copy editing, layout of pages and proofreading will also be required. The successful candidate will be a confident, motivated, flexible self starter with extensive news experience and strong news judgment. Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop will be considered assets.

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FLEMING: In loving memory of a dear Dad, Cecil A., who passed away December 22, 1990. Time may hide the sadness And smiles hide the tears But precious memories never fade Despite the passing years. Always remembered, Paul FLEMING: In loving memory of my dear husband, Cecil A., who God called Home on December 22, 1990. Wishing today, as I wished before That God could have spared you many years more. In my heart your memory is kept To love, to cherish and never forget. Lovingly remembered, Doris FLEMING: In memory of a special Dad and Grandfather, Cecil A., who passed away Dec. 22, 1990. Nothing can ever take away The love a heart holds dear Fond memories linger every day Remembrance keeps you near. Lovingly remembered, Nancy, Breck, Abbie and Jason

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STEELE: In memory of a loving husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather and greatgrandfather, Ernest, who passed away Dec. 23, 1996. Ernie, It has been 14 years since that cold December day When you were called away My teardrops still fall When I am sad and lonely and everything seems to go wrong I seem to hear you whisper, “Don’t cry, cheer up and carry on”. But when I see your photo, you seem to smile and say, “We will meet again someday”. Love is forever. Sadly missed and always remembered, Your loving wife, Muriel, and all your family

Crawford, Edna: Thank You Mother Thank you, Mother, for all that you have done You took great care of your daughters and son. You loved us all from the very start With your warm, kind and loving heart. Thank you, Mother, for being strong While trying to teach us right from wrong If anytime, we had a problem You were there to help us solve them. You’d lift us up, when we were feeling blue Thank you, Mother, for we could always count on you. You were such an awesome mother, The love you showed was like no other. Thank you, Mother, for your dear, sweet love Now you’ll watch over us from Heaven above. It’s been five years since you were taken from us and even though we know you are with Dad now, we still miss you both dearly. Love, Diane, Joan and Frank and families

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Duncan Marlene Ethel Duncan June 12, 1943 – December 15, 2010 At home, in the presence of family, on Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010 after a short but courageous battle with cancer. She will be sadly missed by her life-long love and husband Bob, daughters Cindy Duncan (Heather Mullin) and Sandy Stafford (Wayne Dugdale) and grandsons Matthew Stafford and Ryan Mullin. Marlene will be fondly remembered by the Duncan and Ritchie families and many friends. Friends paid their respects a t the Blair and Son Funeral Home, Perth. Funeral service was held in St. Andrew’s United Church, Watson’s Corners on Saturday, Dec. 18 at 11 a.m. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations to St. Andrew’s United Church, Watson’s Corners would be greatly appreciated.

Knight Frank C. Knight Frank Knight Consulting Inc. Project Manager, Cowater International Suddenly, on Monday, Dec. 13, 2010 at the age of 69. Frank was the cherished husband of Flora (Fairweather) Knight of RR 1, Perth, loved and respected father of Bruce of London England and Tahrita Knight of California; he will be sadly missed by his cousin Trisha Hopkins of Wales, many friends and colleagues around the world. Frank served the ofﬁces of the Auditor-General and Industry Canada for more than 25 years, he and Flora made many trips to developing countries. Frank devot-ed many years to working both on CIDA and World Bank projects as a consultant in many countries around the world, including Bangladesh, Pakistan, Ethiopia and Malawi, in recent years. Friends paid their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth. Funeral service was held in the chapel Friday, 17 at 10:30 a.m. In remembrance, contributions to the Milawi Orphan Appeal, c/o St. James Anglican Church, Perth would be appreciated.

Surrounded by his loving family, Jim passed away peacefully on November 24, 2010 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Pontiac, Michigan. He was born in Perth, Ont. on May 28, 1926, son of the late Thomas Williams and Carmel Grennon of Perth and Malton, Ont. Beloved husband of the late Lois. Loving father of Donna Hart (Robert), Thomas (Kathy), Deborah Budzaj (Robert), Cheryl Bireley, James and Carolyn Venditti (Ronald). Cherished grandfather of 10 and great-grandfather of seven. Dear brother of Edward (late Elva), late Francis (Barbara), late John (Linda), Donald (Evelyn), Marie Pacini (Basil), Gerald (Donna), Thomas (Diane), Carmel Primeau (Robert) Patrick (Gloria). Jim served in the Canadian Army, was a drummer with the 48th Highlanders and was a proud member of the Canadian Legion, Col. Streight Branch 210 Toronto. A funeral mass was held on November 29, 2010 at Christ The Redeemer Catholic Church, Lake Orion, Michigan.

Cox Jean M. Cox Peacefully, at Lanark Lodge, on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010 Jean M. (Fielding) Cox at the age of 86. Predeceased by her husband Clifford G. Cox. Dear mother of Irene (Bill) Fournier, Patricia Sullivan, Barbara (Dave) Fournier, Linda Cox, and the late Clifford and Douglas Cox and Aileen Cardiff. Cherished grandmother, greatgrandmother and great-greatgrandmother. Dear sister of Helen (late Roy) Theriault, George (Norma) Fielding, Shirley (Otto) Ollech, Kenneth (late Lois) Fielding, Kathleen (Preston) and Sandra (Stanley) Laming and the late Ethel (Len) Topping, Doris (Lorne) Sparks, Amy (George) Perrin, Ronald and Donald Fielding and Beverley Ramsbottom. Jean will be sadly missed by her sons and daughters-in-law Jean Cox, Walter Cardiff and her sisters and brothersin-law Doreen and Gladys Fielding and Cecil Ramsbottom, all her family and friends. Friends paid their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth. Funeral service was held in the chapel on Friday, Dec. 17 at 1:30 p.m. Interment, Elmwood Cemetery. In remembrance, contributions to Lanark Lodge Memorial Fund or Alzheimer Society of Lanark County would be appreciated.

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School board seeking ways to provide support Suicide is a community problem that communities can address. That’s why the Upper Canada District School Board, along with community partners, is hosting two public meetings as part of its Our Communities Care Project for Lanark County, says Susan Edwards, UCDSB superintendent of student engagement. The daytime and evening sessions will take place Jan. 12 at Farrell Hall in Perth. “We want to hear from the community about their questions and concerns, and their ideas for helping those who may at times

be feeling overwhelmed in their lives,” said Edwards. Each year, approximately 4,000 Canadians die by suicide. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among our youth. Similar to many communities across Canada, Lanark County has experienced high and low rates of suicide over the years. Recently, a number of youth within the county and surrounding area have died by suicide. These deaths had a significant impact on family, friends, the community and others. The fact that a significant num-

ber of suicides occurred within a short period raised additional concerns. While there are resources within Lanark County to help, questions arose as to what else can be done to lower the number of suicides and reduce their tragic impact. The board has launched the Our Communities Care project in Lanark County to help answer these questions. Along with community partners such as Open Doors and area police services, the board will host the meetings to discuss resources and supports that exist across the

county and determine what else can be done. “Suicide is a community problem that requires a community solution,” said Edwards. “Through this process we hope to engage as many people as we can, and we’re particularly interested in hearing from our youth.” Edwards says the meetings will offer people a chance to voice questions and concerns about suicide and help set the stage for a Lanark County suicide prevention strategy. It will also allow those in attendance to learn more about

prevention, intervention and bereavement support, as well as to increase awareness about existing resources within the county. The daytime session will take place from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Farrell Hall (186 Gore St. E. in Perth). The evening session will take place at the same location from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. People are asked to register by phoning 1-877-485-1211 or by logging on to the project website at www.lcoccp.com The above article was submitted by the Upper Canada District School Board.

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NOSTALGIC TOYS AT THE LEGION CRAFT SHOW

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Susan Lafosse-Thomson and a few small friends attend the Christmas Nostalgia Toys and Craft Show at the Perth Legion. Lafosse-Thomson and her husband own Brass and Glass Studios just outside of Perth, and scale-model soldiers are one of their wares. Nevil Hunt photo

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Eamer acclaimed as CDSBEO board chair the CDSBEO school system over the past year. “Our board continues to demonstrate excellence in our three strategic goals, achieving literacy for all, living our Catholic faith and making resources matter. The decisions we make daily as a community are reflected in these goals and ensure that we remain focused on our core purpose, serving the students and parents in our school system to the very best of our ability,” he stated. Gartland congratulated every staff member for making the past school year one of growth and

success. The report is now available for download on the board’s website (www.cdsbeo.on.ca), as is a link to the video version of the report. The Catholic District School Board of eastern Ontario operates 40 elementary and 10 secondary schools across eight counties. The CDSBEO offers excellence in Catholic education through provincial-leading programs to approximately 13,500 students. Submitted by the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario.

CDSBEO Director of Education, Wm. J. Gartland, with acclaimed Board Chair, Ron Eamer (City of Cornwall and Glengarry County) and acclaimed Vice-Chair, Brent Laton (Grenville County and Elizabethtown-Kitley Township).

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Ronald Eamer, trustee for the City of Cornwall and Glengarry County, will serve a 10th consecutive term as chair of the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario. Eamer, who is entering his 30th year as a Catholic school trustee, was acclaimed to the position at the CDSBEO’s inaugural meeting held Dec. 7 at the Kemptville Board Office. “It is a pleasure to have the opportunity to sit as your chair for another year,” said Eamer. “I am blessed to work with such a wonderful group of trustees and Catholic educators who remain steadfast in their dedication to their faith and to Catholic education. I thank you for your trust in my leadership.” Trustees also acclaimed Brent Laton (Grenville County and Elizabethtown-Kitley Township), to the position of vice-chair. Laton is entering his eighth year as a Catholic school trustee. The board welcomed Father Brian McNally of St. John the Baptist Parish (Perth), who presided at the mass to begin the evening. McNally offered his thanks to trustees and senior administration for the work they do to preserve and protect their Catholic faith and Catholic education. McNally also blessed all CDSBEO trustees. All trustees made declarations and took oaths of allegiance during the meeting to begin their new four-year term of service. The 2010-2014 CDSBEO Board of Trustees are: Ron Eamer, City of Cornwall and Glengarry County; Nancy Kirby, Lanark County; Todd Lalonde, City of Cornwall and Glengarry County; Brent Laton, Grenville County and Elizabethtown-Kitley Town-ship; Robin Reil, City of Brockville, Town of Smiths Falls and Leeds County; Karen McAllister, Dundas and Stormont Counties and Sue Wilson, Prescott and Russell Counties. Serving as Catholic student trustee for the 2010-11 school year is Hillary Geneau from St. Mary CHS in Brockville.

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LOOKING BACK 25 years ago

Fifty-one cases reported in rabies outbreak

young Perth-area girl who was bitten by the family cat last weekend has become the latest statistic in a rash of rabies incidents that have taken place in Lanark County. Dr. Michael Corriveau, of the Lanark-Leeds and Grenville Public Health Unit, said this week that there have been 51 reported cases so far this year of people coming into contact with animals suspected of having rabies in Lanark County. Dr. Jim Ferrier of the Perth Veterinary Clinic stated that the young girl had seen the family pet limping towards the house. When she bent down to pick up the cat, it bit her. According to Ferrier, the unusual biting from a family pet in conjunction with paralysis is a predominate trait of animals that might have contracted the disease. Nearly all warm-blooded animals, including humans, are susceptible to rabies, but as Ferrier pointed out, in this area skunks and foxes are the main carriers of the disease. “When the skunk and fox population is relatively high the rabies virus starts to spread amongst these animals,” said Ferrier. Rabies is the type of disease that occurs in a three- to five-year cycle. The last major outbreak of the disease in this area occurred in 1982. “Next summer there may be very few cases of rabies because most of the animals that contracted it during the winter have died,” noted Ferrier. According to Ferrier, once an animal has contracted the virus, death usually occurs within three to five days, with the exception of skunks, which have been known

to live up to one year. Once domesticated animals have been inoculated against the disease, it is rare that they contract the virus. In the Perth area, a rabies shot for a household pet or domesticated animal usually costs between $10 and $12. “I think rabies is going to be a real problem over the winter because in this area the reported positive cases are 10 times higher than they were in the fall,” commented Ferrier. Dr. Robert Georgeson of Agriculture Canada in Arnprior reported that incidents of rabies in Lanark County are fairly steady over the years and increases are expected every so often when the cycle reappears. Rabies is an infectious and often fatal viral disease of the central nervous system that is transmitted by the bite of an infected animal. Georgeson attributes the spread of rabies in Lanark County to the fox population. “In the fall, when the fox family breaks up, the diseased animals branch out into various areas and begin seeding these areas with the virus,” stated Georgeson. According to Agriculture Canada statistics, the areas surrounding Calabogie and Pembroke have also seen a rise in rabies over the last several months. These statistics also point out that in July there were two cases of rabies in Lanark County, six in August, five in September, 12 in October and 11 in November. Corriveau outlined the steps that should be taken if a person is bitten by a rabid animal, and they include contacting a veterinarian in order to determine if indeed the animal has contracted the disease. The victim should immedi-

ately contact his family physician, who will in turn contact the health unit and obtain the rabies vaccine if necessary. The patient will then undergo a series of six inoculations. The first shot will give immediate immunity and the five others will give active immunity.

Family tradition for warden The new warden of Lanark County follows a long family tradition of county politics. Doug Stewart, reeve of Ramsay Township, is the new county warden, and his father and grandfather also served terms as wardens of Lanark County. Drummond Township Reeve Willard Shaw and Carleton Place Reeve Brian Costello were both nominated for the position at the inaugural meeting of Lanark County council on Tuesday, but declined in favour of Stewart. First elected to Ramsay Township council in 1970, Stewart has served the township since that time as a councillor, deputy-reeve and reeve. His father, Duncan W. Stewart, was warden of the county in the early 1950s, and his grandfather, John Stewart, served as warden in 1910. The 62-year-old politician told the inaugural gathering one of the priorities of the next year will be fighting the gypsy moth. The gypsy moth is making inroads in Lanark County and could be a major threat to the forests of this region. The county owns about 8,000 acres of forest land.

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A public meeting is scheduled for the Perth Legion Hall at 8 p.m. on Dec. 19 to discuss the core proposal. “Yes, there is some opposition to the downtown-core plan,” Walsh told members of town council at a regular meeting last week The town has signed a longterm lease with National Grocers for a food store on the $1 million site. Last week members of council passed the first reading of a site plan agreement bylaw concerning the property, and the second and third readings are scheduled for Dec. 20. Walsh voted against the site plan bylaw agreement between the town and National Grocers. Mayor Lowell Yorke said this week that council needs input from the public on whether a grocery store should be built downtown or on Hwy. 7. “Do we want a grocery store downtown, or do we want it on Hwy. 7?” asks Yorke in a prepared press release. “Based on my talks with the tenant, both privately and around the table, they have made the decision to locate in Perth. Their studies have indicated the market is here, and they have very little preference between the two locations,” says Yorke. “They have also bluntly refused to consider the alternate solution of the east end of town because they either want the present downtown as an anchor or the large retailer (Canadian Tire) on the highway,” he added. Opposition to core plan Walsh, at last week’s meeting, Coun. James Walsh has asked said the town should “step back town council to re-evaluate its po- and analyze this situation.” sition on the downtown-core proposal if there is major opposition BORN to the plan at a public meeting on Baumann - At the GWM HospiThursday night. tal, on Nov. 29, 1985, to Mike and Lynda Baumann of Perth, a daughter, Sarah Marie. Girdwood - At Arnprior District Memorial Hospital, on Dec. 10, 1985, to Wayne and Sharon Girdwood, a son, Kurtis James. Patterson - At the GWM Hospital, on Dec. 2, 1985, to Dale and Mrs. J.M. Flett, to Mr. J.R. Bol- Monica Patterson of RR 4, Perth, lons, hospital administrator, and a son, Richard Clark. Mr. Jack Thomas, chairman of DIED the board. Crawley - In hospital, Ottawa, on Saturday, Dec. 14, 1985, Norman BORN C. Crawley, beloved husband of Cardinal - At the GWM Hospital, Joyce Crawley. on Dec. 15, 1960, to Mr. and Mrs. Docter - In hospital, Smiths Falls, Jerry Cardinal of Perth, a daughon Wednesday, Dec. 11, 1985, Joter. hanna Christina Drost, in her Hendry - At the GWM Hospital, 80th year, beloved wife of the late on Dec. 16, 1960, to Mr. and Mrs. Herman Docter. John Hendry of RR 3, Perth, a King - In hospital, Perth, on Sunson. day, Dec. 15, 1985, Helen Habib, DIED wife of the late Nelson C. King. Adams - At Kingston General Lapoint - In hospital, Brentwood Hospital, on Dec. 9, 1960, John Bay, B.C., on Wednesday, Dec. 11, Carroll Adams, son of the late 1985, Jessie Fisher Blair, beloved Mr. and Mrs. Franklin M. Ad- wife of John L. Lapoint. Mackler - At the Welland County ams. Glenesk - At Sudbury Memorial General Hospital, on Monday, Hospital, on Monday, Dec. 12, Dec. 9, 1985, John Brady Mackler 1960, Florence Duby, aged 70 of Dover Road, Welland, in his years, beloved wife of the late Al- 78th year, beloved husband of Margaret Anderson. exander Glenesk. McLaren - At Seattle, Wash., on Moore - At Edmonton, Alta., on Dec. 3, 1960, George Luther Dec. 6, 1985, M. Ivy Vaughan, lovMcLaren, beloved husband of ing mother of Jane (Anscombe) of Calgary, Janice at home and Anne. Samways - At the Brockville Lloydene (Eherer) of Athabasca. General Hospital, on Thursday, Praskey - At Sheridan Villa, MisDec. 15, 1960, George Henry Sam- sissauga, on Wednesday, Dec. 11, ways, beloved husband of the late 1985, Mildred Mary Publow, in her 92nd year, wife of the late WilMary Ethel Mott Sherman. liam Praskey. The preceding was originally The preceding was excerpted published in The Perth Courier of Dec. 18, 1985 as the “25 years from the front page of the Dec. 18, 1985 issue of The Perth Courier. ago” news. league after defeating the Carleton Place Kings 8-5 in Carleton Place on Sunday. It was the first win of the season for the Wings. Termed “the big win” by Wings general manager Jim Buchanan, the team amassed three powerplay goals and one empty-net goal on its way to the win over the Kings. “It’s just the first of many more to come. Actually, we peaked a week earlier than we thought we would. We thought that by Christmas the team would be competitive, but we’re ahead of schedule,” commented Buchanan. “The players have learned more in the past two months than they learned in the past two years, and that’s primarily because of Mike (coach Mike Brisebois). I’m 100 per cent pleased with the work of Mike and Dave,” he said. Brisebois joined the Blue Wings as head coach late in October after the club executive released the original coach. He introduced assistant coach David Miles to the club in early December. The Wings are currently in last place in the division. The team has been plagued with problems since the beginning of the 1985/86 season. Early in the season it was feared the club would fold because of a decline in player interest and because of coaching problems. Buchanan says the turnaround is due largely to Brisebois.

Perth men chosen as representatives figures released this week by the Kemptville office of the Ontario Department of Lands and Forests. “This is exceptional success,” commented biologist Blair Dawson, “by far the highest rate in the province.” The figures showed that 404 hunters from 44 parties killed 192 deer for a success rate of 50.4 per cent. Last year’s success rate was 49.2 per cent. It is interesting to note that results of a small-scale survey made earlier by James P. Rae, writer of the Courier’s “Rural Route” column, showed hunters killing half a deer apiece — that is, 50 per cent, or only four-10ths of one per cent removed from the department’s figure! Mr. Dawson has pointed out, however, that the department’s survey is not yet complete. Secretaries of 52 hunting camps still have not completed and returned questionnaires which the department sent to them. He urges that those concerned co-operate by mailing their returns as soon as possible.

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Losses estimated at $3,000 occurred in a fire about 9:30 Sunday morning, which destroyed a barn Lanark County deer hunters on South Street owned by Benny were successful this year in the Karakowsky. About 25 tons of ratio of 50.4 per cent, according to rags purchased from the I.O.D.E.,

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which had been collected by the town schoolchildren, were destroyed in the blaze. A large quantity of baled paper was also stored in the building. It required about four hours for the firemen to bring the blaze under control as the fire worked its way into the bags of rags. Early Sunday evening the fire pumper, with a crew, was called again to the scene when a blaze broke out in the paper and rags, and again on Monday when the blaze flared up. Watchmen were placed on the scene on Monday night, as Mr. Thomas Lackey’s home and garage were situated about 30 feet from the smouldering building. A strong west wind kept the fire from reaching the Lackey home on Sunday. There was no insurance carried on the building or contents.

Auxiliary makes $2,000 donation to hospital The Women’s Auxiliary of Perth GWM Hospital on Tuesday presented a cheque for $2,000 to the hospital’s board of directors. The money is part of $6,000 pledged by the auxiliary to completely furnish the nursery of the hospital’s new wing. The presentation was made by auxiliary president Mrs. H.C. Willson and first vice-president

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Hoop dreams: basketball and a better education BY ANDREW SNOOK andrew.snook@perthcourier.com Perth and District Collegiate Institute basketball player Mitchell Pierman has come full circle. He remembers just a few years ago, being a young player on PDCI’s basketball team looking up to the other players. Now at 18 years of age, Pierman is in his fifth year at PDCI, and he is mentoring and providing leadership to the younger players as the Blue Devils captain. “I don’t mind it,” he said. “I enjoy doing that role. I’ve always been the younger guy on most of the teams, so it has been a change.” He started playing competitively in Grade 8 and earned a spot on the PDCI junior basketball team in Grade 9. In Grade 10 he made the jump to playing for the senior

basketball team. “(Coach Kevin) Bellamy thought I was ready to step up,” Pierman said. He wasn’t always interested in playing basketball. Pierman said he became more interested in the sport during his teenage years. “I started off playing hockey until Grade 9,” he said. “I got busy and had to choose (between basketball and hockey).” Pierman said that he decided to continue playing basketball because there were better coaching opportunities. He said PDCI senior basketball coach Kevin Bellamy has had an important role in developing his abilities. “He realizes my goals and help me achieve them,” Pierman said. “He’s really passionate about it. It rubs off on to his teams.” Pierman said that his favourite basketball memories occurred in grades 10 and 11, when he helped

PDCI win back-to-back EOSSAA titles. “We won LCIAA championships both those years, then won EOSSAA. They were pretty special,” he said. Pierman said his biggest challenge in the sport has been to keep a balance between basketball and academics. He hopes to continue playing next year for a university. “I need to keep my grades up to go to university and play on one of the teams,” he said. He said his love for sports and the sciences has sparked an interest in kinesiology, and it is likely that he will pursue a degree in that field. He is unsure which school he will attend, but he hopes to continue enjoying a healthy balance. Perth and District Collegiate Institute’s Mitchell Pierman, 18, poses for “I just want to play university a photo at the PDCI gymnasium. Pierman is in his final year at PDCI basketball and get a good educaand hopes to continue playing basketball for a university next year. tion at the same time,” he said. Andrew Snook photo

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Perth’s new running club looking for members Perth has a newly formed running club and organizers are looking for new members. People of all levels of abilities and ages are welcome. There will be a registration form ready after the Christmas holidays. For more information, contact Mary Stewart at the Running Goat at 613-264-8904.

High school volleyball action PDCI’s senior girls’ volleyball team is undefeated so far this season with a record of 4-0. PDCI played host to Almonte and District High School (ADHS) on Dec. 16 and won three straight games (25-7, 26-24, 25-21). PDCI travelled to Smiths Falls on Dec. 14 and beat SFDCI in four games (24-26, 25-19, 25-22, 25-14). PDCI defeated SJCHS in three straight games (25-23, 25-18, 25-13) on Dec. 7 at PDCI. The top Blue Devils were Emily Gray (one ace, three kills and two stuffs), Emily Fergusson (four aces and one

kill) and Michelle Boyer (four aces). PDCI travelled to Carleton Place on Dec. 9, and defeated CPHS in four sets (25-11, 13-25, 25-19, 25-22). The top Blue Devils were Shannon Webster (two aces, five kills and three stuffs), Evelyn Scott (one ace, five kills and one stuff) and setter Alyssa Edmonds (Top left) Perth and District Collegiate Institute’s Evelyn Scott prepares to fire a ball in a game against (91 per cent accuracy, three aces St. John Catholic High School on Tuesday, Dec. 7 at PDCI. (Above) PDCI’s Allysa Edmonds sets up a shot and two stuffs). against SJCHS. PDCI beat SJCHS in three straight games. Andrew Snook photos The SJCHS senior girls played host to SFDCI on Thursday, Dec. 9, losing in four games (19-25, 2519, 25-23, 25-19). PDCI’s next game will be against SJCHS on Tuesday, Jan. 11 at 2 p.m. at SJCHS.

High school basketball action In senior boys’ basketball action, Smiths Falls District High School (SFDCI) defeated St. John Catholic High School (SJCHS) by a score of 79-12 on Thursday, Dec. 9 at SFDCI. In junior boys’ action, SFDCI defeated SJCHS 56-28 on Thursday, Dec. 9 at SFDCI. SJCHS’ next games will be against PDCI on Tuesday, Jan. 11 at 1 p.m. at PDCI.

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Minor Midget report BY JANICE LEPAGE The Perth Lanark Minor Midget rep team met the South Grenville Rangers on the rainy night of Nov. 22 in Prescott and skated away with a convincing victory. Jacob Lyon opened the scoring for the Wings at 11:11 in the first period, followed by a goal by Travis Henderson, assisted by Aaron Moore. Lyon capped off the period with a breakaway goal at the end of the frame. The second period found Perth Lanark totally dominating the play and netting five more goals. Doing the honours were Lyon (2), Colin Leeflang (2) and Brock Liko with Tom Coyne, Cody King, Mathew Cordick and Dakota Henry assisting. The Rangers’ tried to find some energy in the third period, but the Wings defence was a solid wall. Leeflang chalked up two more goals and Jakob Erwin had an assist and a goal. The final was 11-0 for the Wings, with goaltender Nickolas LePage earning the shutout. The boys were victorious a few nights later in Lanark against the North Dundas Demons with an 82 win.

Although the North Dundas bench was very short with only eight skaters, they worked hard and thwarted many of the chances that the Wings had in the first period. Henry put the local boys on the scoreboard, but the Demons answered back leaving the frame tied. Perth Lanark found their groove in the second period. With only one penalty allotted to the boys, they were able to focus on offence. Erwin scored early in the period, assisted by Leeflang followed a minute later by a goal by Evan Noonan, assisted by Liko. North Dundas, spurred on by the scoring of a second goal, gave netminder Jarrid Farr some action he smoothly deflected. The Wings poured on the pressure once again and scored two more goals before the end of the period. Coyne and Leeflang brought the tally to five. The third period became more physical and offence slowed a bit. By the middle of the third the Demons were spent and the Wings battered them with three goals in the span of 30 seconds. Noonan, Liko (assisted by Coyne) and Henry topped off the 8-2 win.

WINGS SOAR OVER CANADIANS The Perth Jr. B Blue Wings celebrate after a goal during their game against the Ottawa Jr. Canadians on Friday, Dec. 17, at the Perth and District Community Centre. The Blue Wings defeated the Jr. Canadians by a score of 7-3. Ryan Holland photo

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Atom C Cougars hockey action On Tuesday, Nov. 23, your Atom C Cougars welcomed Richmond to the Lanark arena. After a few low-scoring games, the Cougars rediscovered their scoring touch with a huge, confidence-building 9-0 win. The scoring started early when the powerful trio of Aiden Reesor, Kalil Bailey and Ryan Jordan stepped onto the ice. They executed some crisp passes, resulting in Jordan getting the goal. Jordan returned the favour late in the period when he saw Bailey neatly positioned in front of the net, sending him the perfect pass. Mathew Cardinal then delivered a goal to increase the Cougars’ lead. He was assisted by Kendra Parks and Austin Topping. Jordan dominated the second period, picking up two more goals for the hat trick. Reesor assisted. Callum Anderson thought he had a goal, but the officials said the whistle was blown before the puck crossed the line. In the third, Jordan proved he still had some goals left in him, picking up his fourth of the game. Sawyer Jones’s hard work paid off when he sent a pass to Cardinal, who scored his second. Topping put on a show, nabbing the puck in his end, carrying it end to end to score off a beautiful wrist shot. Defenceman Jakob Noonan delivered the team’s final goal, unassisted. Conner Greaves earned the shutout in goal. Cardinal’s spectacular game earned him the hardhat. The Cougars had to wait until Dec. 6 to meet their next opponent, but the lengthy break did not extinguish their goal-scoring capabilities as they trounced the Osgoode/ Rideau Senators 6-1. Scoring started less than a minute into the game. Ethan Hofstatter carried the puck into the Senators end, passed to Mullville, who sent the puck to

Will Umpherson. His initial shot was stopped, but he scored a nice wrap- around goal on the rebound. Less than a minute later, Reesor scored to make it 2-0. He was set up by Jordan and Bailey. The Senators cut the lead in half, scoring a high wrist shot that beat Greaves, but Jordan, from Reesor and Bailey, restored the two-goal lead in the final minute. Greaves was kept very busy in the second period, especially with the Cougars shorthanded. Back at even strength, Anderson sent the perfect pass to Mulville who fired the puck in the net. Armstrong collected the team’s second penalty, but the Cougars not only fought it, but Bailey scored, unassisted. Early in the third period, Umpherson passed to Cardinal who sped down the ice and fired a blistering shot past the goalie. Greaves’ active night between the pipes earned him the hard hat.

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The Purpose and Effect of By law No. 10-092 The proposed change in zoning will affect approximately approximately 2.84 ha of land situated in part of Lot 8, Concession 2 in the geographic Township of Sherbrooke and located at 187 Farren Lake Lane 32..

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AN EXPLANATORY NOTE of the purpose and effect of the by law, describing the lands to which the by law apply, and a Key Map showing the lands to which this by law applies is attached hereto. The complete by law is available for inspection in my ofﬁce during regular ofﬁce hours.

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The Purpose and Effect of By law No.10-094 The proposed change in zoning will affect approximately 0.13 ha of land situated in Lot 10 Concession 10 in the geographic Township of Bathurst and located at 2583 Brouse Rd. The purpose of this amendment is to change the zoning of the property from Seasonal Residential (RS) to Limited Services Residential (RLS-98). The effect of the amendment would be to recognize a lot frontage of approximately 34 m, area of approximately .13 ha, and allow for the construction of a garage at a proposed water set back of 24 m and reduced year yard setback of 4.9 m, with a maximum lot coverage of 14.2% Area Affected by this By-law Key Map TO: LIMITED SERVICES RESIDENTIAL (RLS-98) ZONE FROM: SEASONAL RESIDENTIAL (RS) ZONE

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The flood of 1926 It was Thursday, April 22, 1926 and spring had arrived in Perth. With the warmer weather, the Tay had overflowed its banks. The Courier reported that the dams and the banks of the Tay were “being put to a severe test.” That Thursday, the flood was high enough to submerge a number of boathouses half way to their roofs. And in the basin, the water was just mere inches to covering the wharf. It was considered to be the largest flood in Perth in more than 40 years. Beckwith Street and Sherbrooke Street were the streets which were affected the most by the flood. The water stretched from Beckwith Street, just shy of the boys’ playground at the Perth Public School (where the current Perth and District Community Members of the Rotary Club of Perth and Algonquin College got together at Code’s Mill Inn and Spa on Tuesday, Nov. 30, to celebrate the Rotary Club’s donation of $10,000 towards Algonquin College’s Building Centre stands) to across the CPR property beyond the main tracks Fund for the new Perth campus. From left: Lana March, Patrick Graham, Jim Peden, Jeff Dean, Doug James and Linda Cooke. Andrew Snook photo and into the fields beyond. The water covered fields gave the illusion of a large lake. The flood affected Perth’s industrial base located in the area as the James Brothers Foundry ceased operations for both Friday and Saturday. Another business which sent employees home was the Perth Shoe Company as the factory was unable to use steam. But not all employees from the Shoe Company were sent home as selected departments, such as the office workers, still reported to work. However, the workers were presented with an initial problem and that was how to get to work without getting completely wet. The problem was solved by boats ferrying the workers from Foster Street to the Shoe Company’s location on Sherbrooke Street. As the workers were ferried to the factory, they passed the homes on Sherbrooke Street which were described as islands. Many home cellars were flooded within the area. The cellar at the Perth Shoe Company was also flooded, but much of the stock was removed by workers, resulting in only minor losses. There were no significant losses as a result of the flood. However, during the Saturday of the flood, there had been a “deafening crash” followed

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ZANDER Progressing History by clouds of dust shortly after eight o’clock that evening. With the flood and the large crash, many people living in the area of the flood received a fright. Some believed that he world was coming to end. But that was not the case. The west wall of the old Spalding & Stewart distillery had been bulging for some time and on that evening it had collapsed and tumbled into the Tay Canal. The historic landmark had once been Locke’s Brewery before it became Spalding & Stewart. At the distillery, James Spalding produced Mountain Dew before he ceased operations because of Ontario’s temperance act. No longer a distillery in 1926, it was owned by Wampole Pharmaceutical and was used as storage for the company. The company claimed that not much of value had been lost when the wall collapsed and hoped to repair the wall when the water level lowered. No major damage had been done by the water or the collapse of the wall. Challenges were created by the flood, but they were overcome. On Sunday, the water began to recede and by Monday, people began to breathe a sigh of relief as the streets looked almost normal. With the high water level and the scare of Saturday night behind them, life for Perth’s citizens returned to normal.

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Come and celebrate the Birth of Christ with us at the Anglican Church! Saint James the Apostle Anglican Church (Drummond & Harvey) Christmas Eve, Dec. 24: 4:30 p.m.: Family Eucharist with Blessing of the Creche 9 p.m. (early ‘midnight’): Choral Eucharist Christmas Day, Dec. 25: 10 a.m.: Eucharist with Christmas Carols Sunday, Dec. 26: 9:30 a.m. Eucharist (Feast of St. Stephen) (Cty. Rd. 10 with Richardson) Christmas Eve, Dec. 24: 7 p.m.: Eucharist with Christmas Carols

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COME AND JOIN US AT:

Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church

Where we Believe, Belong, Become Rev. Lewis Massarelli 10:00 a.m. Morning worship 160 Wayside Dr., RR 6, Perth, ON Church: 613-267-3295 See Web page for details of programs - www.gtpcperth.com

First Baptist Church 17 D’Arcy Street, Perth • 613-267-2023 Seeking, Serving & Sharing Our Saviour Minister: Rev. Frank Morgan, B.A., B.D.

Friday, Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve 7:00 p.m. Morning Worship. Rev. Frank Morgan. Sermon: “Born For Us” (Isaiah 9: 1-7). Sunday, Dec. 26 - Christmas 1 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship. Rev. Frank Morgan. Sermon: “Have We Seen It?” (Luke 2: 15-40). ALL WELCOME. Nursery care provided.

Next Community Dinner Saturday, Jan. 29, 2011, 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Donations accepted. Need a ride? 613-267-2023

“...Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures...” 1 Corinthians 15:3 Sunday Meetings 9:30 a.m. Breaking of Bread 11:15 a.m. Sunday School 7:00 p.m. Gospel Meeting Wednesdays - 7:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting and Bible Study Thursdays, 7 p.m. Perth Bible Hour in the Stewart School library. For transportation, call 613-267-3012 or 268-2616

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Departure (P.M.) Place du Portage (Gatineau) ...... 15:55 Rideau St. & Dalhousie (at OC Bus stop) ........................ 16:00 Queen & Metcalfe (Northwest corner OC Transpo stop) ............ 16:07 Queen & Bank (Northwest corner) ................... 16:12 Lyon & Laurier/ Lyon & Somerset ....................... 16:15 Lyon & Catherine....................... 16:18 Booth & Carling ........................ 16:28 Carling at Civic Hospital ............ 16:30 Westgate Mall .......................... 16:35

Friday, Dec. 24 7:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Service Sunday, Dec. 26 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship Next Community Dinner Saturday, Jan. 15 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. 613-267-2973 www.stpauls-uc-perth.org

Saint Augustine’s Anglican Church

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Departure (A.M.) Drummond St. ............................. 5:35 Perth Mews Mall ......................... 5:55 Rick’s Marina .............................. 6:03 100 meters before bridge Innisville ..................................... 6:07 Gibb’s Road ................................ 6:10 Ferguson Falls at the Church ....... 6:12 Lake Park Rd./Hwy. 7 ................... 6:18 Transfer from CP bus Carleton Place Shell Station ........ 6:20 Cemetary Side Rd. ....................... 6:25

25 Gore Street West Rev. Alan P. Boyd, M.A,, Th.M. Director of Music: Brad Mills, B.Mus., A.R.C.C.O

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St. Paul’s United Church

Exciting Asbury Free Methodist Church 144 Gore St. E., Perth www.asburyfmperth.com Everyone is welcome!

Worship Services Sunday, Dec. 26 9:00 - 9:55 a.m., N.I.N.E Worship (Nursery & Children’s Church available.) “Family Celebration Service” 10:00 a.m. Coﬀee Fellowship 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship “God’s New Things” by Rev. Alan Adams

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As your commuter bus service for the past eight years (and all without grants!), we would like to thank you for your support and ridership in 2010. We welcome your transportation suggestions for the upcoming year.

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those lasagna noodles, potatoes and other good stuff. What’s happening in 2011? The new year will bring a whole lot of new energy into YAK. We will be offering pottery, drawing, wool felting, and jewelry making. Cooking and mixed media art nights will continue. Hope to see you here at YAK. From all the staff, and our board of directors, we wish everyone in this wonderful community a very happy holiday and an excellent New Year.

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ishing up our three-month artsbased program the “Expression Sessions.” This included an animation series by artist Steev Morgan, gratefully sponsored by the Ontario Arts Council. The youth participated in crocheting hats, felting, painting, and guitar-jam sessions. Also popular have been our weekly cooking school, which will continue in the upcoming year. Thank you to Carolle- Anne Armour, one of our community volunteers, for your lovely guidance with all

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YAK Youth Centre is a not-forprofit space for youth ages 12 to 18 located in the Old Brown Shoe Factory at 1 Sherbrooke St. E. The centre is open Monday to Friday from 3 to 9 p.m. YAK offers a safe space for our community youth to join in innovative programs, and to meet new people. For those who do not know about the Youth Centre, here are some basic facts: YAK promotes respect, inclusion, fun and engagement! YAK’s registration includes students from every elementary and secondary school in the area. Although we are known as a dropin centre, youth who come here do not have to feel obligated to take part in our programming. Sometimes it can be simply to hang out with friends, play some ping pong, do your high school community hours or borrow a book from our fantastic youth library. We do encourage each youth to realize that YAK is a centre for them. Each month we offer a calendar of events and post this on our website at www.yakyouth.ca In December we will be fin-

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PDCI students counting days until Christmas break The students at Perth and District Collegiate Institute are glad to be finishing up their last week at school before Christmas break. Santa hats are popping up more and more frequently on the heads of students as they walk the halls of the school, and decorations can be seen in the main office, the learning centre and several student lockers. Even the teachers are getting involved in the Christmas spirit. On Wednesday at lunch, the teachers got up and performed a choreographed song and dance to Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” The students were shocked, to say the least, but

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week, and the PDCI Talent Show is also taking place on Wednesday. Thursday is the last day of school before the Christmas break. Though the students are staying at school right up until the day before Christmas Eve, they will not return to school until Jan. 10, 2011.

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Wishing our friends and neighbour’s a season trimmed with health, harmony and joy.

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