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The psychiatric assessment for the accused in a Lanark murder case has been extended for a further 30 days. The Crown and a lawyer speaking on behalf of Lucie Paquette requested the extension, which was granted by Ontario Superior Court Justice Michael Quigley on Jan. 24 in Perth. Paquette was not present. Paquette, 47, was sent to the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre last month to determine if she is mentally fit to stand trial. She is accused of first degree murder in the Nov. 15, 2010, death of her common-law husband, Gerry Madaire. Madaire was found dead in the couple’s home on Montgomery Road, just outside the village of Lanark. Evidence related to the case is subject to a publication ban and cannot be reported at this time. Paquette is next scheduled to be in the Perth courtroom on Feb. 22 at 10 a.m. for a previously scheduled bail hearing. The results of the psychiatric assessment are expected to be discussed at that time.
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After 30 years of work with local municipalities, Tay Valley Township chief administrative officer Kathy Coulthart-Dewey says she will retire at the end of the month. Coulthart-Dewey has been Tay Valley Township’s CAO since 2001. But her journey into municipal work began in 1981, when she began her career as a secretary in the engineering department for the Town of Smiths Falls. “I think I had seven different positions with the town of Smiths Falls, the last being their clerk,” she said. “Then I moved to Tay Valley Township in 2001.” Born in Smiths Falls, CoulthartDewey said she has watched municipal governments change and improve over the years. “Because I’ve stayed in the area for my full 30-year career, I’ve seen so many things occur,” she said. “I’ve been able to observe the growth in not only the expertise in the peers that I work with, but in the service and professionalism that has been brought to municipal government here.” Some of the most challenging issues she faced as CAO occurred after the townships of Bathurst, North Burgess and South Tom Derreck, chief admini- At the Lanark Highlands Frosty Fling, held Jan. 27 to 30, the manmade Sherbrooke amalgamated in 1998 strative officer for Lanark High- toboggan hill was a hit with kids both young and old. Geoff Davies photo and were re-named Tay Valley lands, has been replaced by interim CAO Carl Cannon, Mayor Peter McLaren said in a press release. Derreck’s employment concluded on Dec. 16, “in accordance with the terms of his employment BY CATHY JAMES for 2011. frastructure projects including agreement,” the release said. Councillors learned about this the Wilson Street reconstruction Perth Courier Cannon has 25 years of experyear’s staff wage increase along as well as the pool and communience working with municiwith proposed human resources, ity centre upgrades, Britchford The Town of Perth’s budget treasury and administrative budpalities, 20 of which have been says councillors should discuss season is in full gear. spent in senior management. gets. how to put money back into the Town directors have been preHe was a CAO in eastern OnStaff wages sit at a 3.9 per cent town’s reserves. tario for 10 years and has worked senting their department’s pro- increase, and Simpson said the “Our reserves are a little light, as a municipal clerk and a director posed 2011 budgets, showcasing hike is beyond the town’s control, and now is a good time to develop of planning and development. this year’s highs, lows and as they relate to increased health a reserve policy, so we don’t leave Cannon also has a bachelor of proposed new initiatives. benefits rates and higher pension ourselves exposed,” he says. “It’s The budget session launched contributions. Without the exapplied arts degree in urban and good prudence and stewardship.” regional planning and a certifi- on Tuesday, Jan. 25, where chief ternal factors, Simpson said staff administrative officer Tim Simp- wages rise by two per cent. cate in public administration. Environmental services Council will be looking into son and treasurer Lang BritchAnother budget item up for and planning hiring a CAO on a long-term ford outlined the town’s treasury discussion is the town’s reserves. basis over the coming months, and corporate services outlook Using reserves for recent inTwo days later, director of the release also stated.
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Township in 2002. Merging three townships into one was sometimes arduous, said Coulthart-Dewey. “That’s an awful lot of work and some difficult challenges to merge three small municipalities and get them back on path,” she said. “They had some challenges in the first few years and that was evident when I started.” Coulthart-Dewey said she will miss the relationships she has formed with staff and community members over the years. “It’s the people you miss, it’s those relationships,” she said. “They’re so important to everything that we do.” She said forming a working relationship with local residents is key to a successful municipal government. “You can’t deliver a service, no matter how well intentioned, unless you understand the people your provide that service to,” she said. Coulthart-Dewey said her official end date is Feb. 28, but she has some vacation time banked and so will finish up on Feb. 18. She said she will not take another full-time position, though she might be interested in doing contract work in the municipal field in the future. “What I’m looking for is some flexibility to spend more time with family,” she said.
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Husband. Father. Mayor. Warden. John Fenik can add another title to his name: author. For the past year and a half, Fenik has been crafting a 100page book, chronicling the people he has met and the lessons he has learned in his 13 years of municipal politics. While not a biographical piece, Fenik’s book shares real-life stories about his time spent in office and with political affiliates. “The book isn’t about me, it’s about being in situations and on landmines and the stories and lessons politicians encounter along the way,” he says. Meeting long-time Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion, sharing a boathouse brunch with thenOttawa mayor Larry O’Brien, and saying his final good-bye
with Deputy Mayor Wendy Laut are a handful of the anecdotes told by Fenik. These stories have purpose as Fenik relates them to the advice he gives about good leadership, building strong communities, leaving a legacy and knowing when it’s time to retire the gavel. He attributes his political flubs for his inspiration. “I thought to myself, ‘I’ve made so many mistakes, I could write a book about it,’” he said. So he did. His book, Seducing the Vote, hit local book store shelves this week. Fenik explains the title’s meaning, derives from a politician’s desire to get into office. “In a political election, those who thirst for office will do whatever they can to get the vote,” he explains. “This is a book about the good, the bad and the
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environmental services Grant Machan and director of planning Eric Cosens presented their budget. Councillors heard how the Wilson Street construction completion has left Machan with a smaller financial statement. The majority of his budget lines have dropped, including roads, streetlights and waste reduction. “There are significant reductions overall, however there are larger strategic new initiatives proposed,” said Machan. These
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Woman’s home destroyed by fuel leak BY KASSINA RYDER kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com It all began nearly 200 years ago, when Lanark County’s first settlers built a log cabin in what would one day become Ferguson’s Falls. It was all gone in an instant, when Nancy Command’s oil tank leaked nearly 900 litres of fuel under the house, which she now fears might have to be torn down. “I’m the fourth generation,” she said, sitting at her kitchen table surrounded by the paperwork she’s had to file over the last month. “I never knew my oil tank could take away my home.” Command’s ancestor, Michael Cummane, moved to the Ferguson’s Falls area from Ireland in the 1850s. While it is unclear exactly when the house was built, Command, who inherited the house from her grandmother in 1979, is the fourth generation of family members to live in the house. Her father was born and raised in the house. Command noticed there was something wrong with her oil tank when her furnace went out in November. When she called someone to come out and fix it, she was told the problem was simple. She had run out of fuel. “I said, ‘it can’t be empty,’” she said. “It was just filled.”
Command’s tank, which had been filled earlier in the week, had leaked its entire contents onto the ground beneath the new addition she had just built. The addition was meant to be a one-bedroom apartment for a female renter, which had already been arranged. The rent money would help supplement Command’s income, while Command would still live in the remainder of the house. Now, Command will move to a condo at McCreary’s Beach at the beginning of February, and a house containing four generations of memories could face demolition. Command said she has already lost the cost of the new addition because it wasn’t yet covered by her insurance policy and will have to be torn down. The fate of the rest of the house is still unknown. Even if it could be lifted so any oil underneath could be cleaned up, Command said she simply can’t afford it. Crews have created a large, lined hole beside the house to prevent any oil from travelling outside Command’s property. Only a small amount leaked onto the road nearby, and none has reached the Mississippi River. Command said she wished she had educated herself more about the risks involved in heating a
house with fuel. She also said “Certain provinces educate the too late to save her home, she more public awareness is needed general public,” she said. “You hopes others will learn from her to prevent situations like hers have to understand.” experience. from happening in the future. She said while it might be “It was horrendous,” she said.
Nancy Command’s oil tank leaked 900 litres of fuel beneath her home in November. Command now fears Submitted photo it may be demolished.
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Fab Four fundraiser helps new hospice BY GEOFF DAVIES geoff.davies@perthcourier.com About 120 people came together for the Dignity House Hospice dinner last Saturday night, raising roughly $5,000 for the centre and reminding us, once again, that all you need is love. Local band Beatlejuice brought the entertainment, playing the Fab Four’s best-loved hits, while the Civitan Club of Perth hosted the dinner, dance and silent auction. “As a new not-for-profit, we really didn’t know what kind of response we would have from the community,” said Alanna Scan-
lon, one of the centre’s founding members. “But it was fantastic.” Dignity House first opened its doors on Jan. 10 with a Day Hospice program for end-of-life care. Scanlon says they hope to open a residential program in the future, but first they need raise about $200,000 from community, just to ensure the centre’s survival. “Perth is considered a retirement mecca,” said Scanlon, adding that Lanark County, which the centre serves, has more seniors on average than almost any other in the province. “But who is going to take responsibility for their care?
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At present we do not have the resources.” So far the hospice has raised enough to continue its daytime program for the rest of 2011, but is still seeking sustainable funding from local government and corporate sponsors. In the meantime, the centre relies largely on volunteers to fill an urgent gap in local healthcare. “Right now we have a crisis in that we have hospital beds that are being taken up by people who are in the wrong setting, and a residential hospice is ideal,” she said. “We don’t need all the bells and whistles that you have at the hospital.”
Perth town council new initiatives include the completion of a landfill capacity study and fixing up the Haggart Dam. Projected costs for just these two projects are nearly $300,000. Cosens then presented his budget, forecasting his 2011 goals, such as the completion of the Wilson Street gateway design plan as well as the town’s official plan.
Seducing the Vote ugly of politics.” Seducing the Vote uncovers a side of politics that isn’t often told, especially by someone currently in office. Fenik says he didn’t want to let his political rank stop him from sharing his stories. “At this point in my political career, I don’t care what the perception is of me from my political peers,” he says. “I know there will be politicians not happy with my work, but I’m getting too old not to take a stand on this stuff.”
Creative process Starting the book more than a year ago, Fenik says he has full respect for anyone producing a creative product. “I appreciate the creative process so much,” he says. “You go through so many highs and so many lows, it is unreal.” When he initially submitted his book to publishers, he says he Calvin Henderson (left) and Jeff Woods of Beatlejuice helped get the crowd twisting and shouting during had to check his ego at the door. “I had my fair share of the Dignity House Hospice fundraiser, held Saturday, Jan. 29 at the Perth Civitan Hall. Geoff Davies photo
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Council will sit down for daylong budget deliberations on Saturday, Feb. 26. Director of community services Shellee Evans will present her budget, and councillors and town staff will then discuss the proposed departments’ budgets and initiatives, and how it relates to the town’s global budget. This meeting is open to the public, and begins at 9 a.m. at town hall.
critical reviews, and it can be devastating,” he says. “When you put your heart and soul into something, and someone in the business says it’s not something special, it’s immobilizing.” Self-publishing the book, he quickly realized that writing a book is just the first step. “You go from writing to editing to printing to marketing,” he explains. “It’s been a long journey.” Now that his book has gone retail, he says he is happy with his work. “When you shoot after a dream like this, you must persevere and you have to jump off the ledge,” he says. “It’s something to be proud of, and I’m very happy with the end result.” Fenik will officially launch his book in Perth at The Book Worm on Saturday, Feb. 5, from 1 to 3 p.m. His book is also for sale at Mill Street Books in Almonte, Nature Lover’s Bookshop in Lanark and Read’s Book Shop in Carleton Place.
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Getting back to their roots
Visits from baby teaches empathy to Westport students BY KASSINA RYDER kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com
Baby Austin Raminsh sits with mom Anne Marie while Jehqwoum Beauchamp (left) offers him a toy and Lily Bedore and Abigail Shillington watch. Kassina Ryder photo. Adrain said hopefully, children will employ empathy in other relationships throughout their lives. “The purpose of the program is to teach empathy,” she said. “They’ll hopefully apply that to their own relationships with friends and family.” Austin also loves visiting the kids, Adrain said. “He loves the music when the kids sing to him,” said Adrain. “He lights right up.” Raminsh said the program
helps Austin learn to socialize with other children. “It’s definitely a chance for him to see other faces other than just mine and his immediate family,” she said. “I think it’s awesome.” The Catholic school board is looking to start Roots of Empathy programs in all of its schools, Goodfellow said.
onto in 1996 by Mary Gordon, a former teacher and member of the Order of Canada. The program is recognized by the Dali Lama, who has met with Gordon several times to discuss the importance of teaching children to care for others. “His Holiness is a very big supporter,” Gordon said. Gordon said many instances of abuse can be attributed to a lack of empathy in families. About the program “It’s the common denominator Roots of Empathy began in Tor- in childhood neglect and domes-
tic violence,” she said. Bringing a mother and a baby into a classroom helps show kids the special relationship between them. “We bring a parent and the baby into the classroom as the lever for children to develop empathy, or foster the further development of empathy,” Gordon said. More than 1,400 students have participated in Roots of Empathy programs across Lanark County, which have taken place in 49 schools over the last five years.
Skate the Lake dashes back after break BY GEOFF DAVIES
geoff.davies@perthcourier.com After a year-long hiatus, Portland’s trademark Skate the Lake event returned on Saturday, Jan. 29, with over 100 speed skaters hitting the track on the frozen waters of Big Rideau Lake. Event organizer Marco Smits said over 1,000 people came to cheer on the racers throughout the day, or to enjoy other events like the 5-kilometre kids’ race, the homemade curling rink, and the
grand finale fireworks show. Smits said last year’s hiatus gave organizers a chance to rethink the race’s sustainability, while giving the hard-working volunteers a break. “We want to make sure it stays around forever,” Smits said. “One of the things was we had to look at was our budget, and cash prizes was a really big part of that.” This year marked the 7th Skate the Lake event and the first race without cash prizes.
Another part of improving the event’s longevity was to make it more accessible to the average skater. That’s why this year they added a non-competitive kids’ race, and replaced the 50kilometre marathon with a less daunting 25 km race. “We might do it (50 km) again next year, but we wanted to give the people who have always wanted to do (the marathon) an opportunity,” Smits said, before adding with a grin, “Now you don’t have any excuse.”
The Skate the Lake event is part of Marathon Skating International’s competitive circuit, and often draws racers from all over Ontario, Quebec, and the Northeastern United States, as well as the occasional international competitor. This year’s 25-kilometre men’s race was won by Constant Montpelllier of Saint-Lazare, Que., with a time of 53:16. For the women, Suzanne Dionne of Chelsea, Que. took first place with a time of 58:34.
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The first time baby Austin Raminsh rolled over, he did it in front of an audience of over 20 enthralled third-graders. “Baby Austin,” as Bridget Adrain’s Grade 3 class at St. Edward Catholic Elementary School in Westport knows him, has been visiting the classroom with his mother since he was about three months old. He is now seven months. The visits are part of the Roots of Empathy program, which aims to teach children to recognize and understand the feelings of others. The program is delivered through both the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario and the Upper Canada District School Board and has been taking place in Lanark County schools for about five years. During his visits, Austin is placed on a blanket on the floor of the room while his mom, Anne Marie Raminsh, fields questions — such as, “Does he have any teeth yet?” — from the curious kids gathered in a circle around the blanket. They also sing songs to him, learn what toys he is interested in now compared to when he was smaller and watch him as he demonstrates the new skills he’s learned since his last visit, such as sitting up by himself. Raminsh was the class’ substitute teacher during her pregnancy, so the kids have witnessed Austin’s progression from the beginning. Austin fascinates both boys and girls, Raminsh said. “It’s hard to keep children’s attention at that age, but they are so into him,” Raminsh said. Math and other skills are also employed during his visits. “They learn math by figuring out his weight, so it’s not just looking at the baby for an hour, they’re learning other skills,” she said. Geoff Goodfellow is the Catholic school board’s program facilitator at St. Edward. He said by learning to understand the feelings of other people, kids are less likely to feel hostility toward others. “The biggest goal is to try to encourage the development of empathy in children and to lessen bullying and aggression,” he said. The kids also learn about child development, Goodfellow said. Each time Austin visits the classroom he is weighed and measured, and children use their math skills to compare the numbers to previous visits.
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Furniture-making studio attracts international attention BY KASSINA RYDER kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com Perth’s newest furniture-making studio is attracting students from all over Canada and the world, says its owner and program director. Rosewood Studio School of Fine Woodworking moved to Perth from Almonte last fall, said Ron Barter. Since the move, approximately 60 students have participated in the various programs offered, including hand tool-making and furniture design. The school, which is located in the Perkins Building, features eight workbenches. Including its time in Almonte, the school has attracted participants from as far away as Israel, Chile and Ireland, Barter said. Students stay at various hotels in Perth while attending programs. “We are offering very goodquality training,” he said. “And Canada is a nice place to visit.” Student Robert Tello Sato is from Toronto. He is a house framer and does carvings as a hobby. He said he plans to incorporate his own carving techniques into the furniture he is learning to create. “I am learning a lot,” he said. Programs range from the fiveday excellence with hand tools course to the nine-month studio furniture-making program. Six and 12-week programs, and additional workshops, are also
available, including learning veneering and designing skills from experts. Typical students are people who have other careers, but want to improve their furniture-making skills, Barter said. Students include people approaching retirement age who want to learn about furniture making, as well as current and hopeful furnituremakers who want to advance their handiwork, Barter said. Approximately 10 to 15 per cent of participants are women, he said. Programs are also popular among people in the technology industry, who seem to enjoy the tactile quality of building furniture, he said. “They spend a week working with their hands,” Barter said. “I think they like that.” Participants come back for more programs again and again, he added. “The bulk of our business is repeat customers,” he said. “People come back for more.” It isn’t an accredited school, so no certification is given when courses are completed, but Barter said programs are taught by skilled and experienced furniture-makers. While the school is attracting clients from around the world, few Perth residents have registered for programs yet, Barter said. “Most of the people come from out of town,” he said. Rosewood Studio of Fine Woodworking student Robert Tello Sato practises his skills at the school in Perth Call 1-866-704-7778, or visit www. on Jan. 14. Tello Sato came from Toronto to participate in courses offered at the school. Kassina Ryder photo rosewoodstudio.com, to register.
Learning about species at risk in Lanark County BY KASSINA RYDER kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com American ginseng, a variety of turtles, and the butternut tree, are just some of the species at risk in Lanark County, a biologist from the Ministry of Natural Resources told area residents at the Lanark Legion Branch 395 on Jan. 23. James Page, a natural heritage biologist, presented You and the Species at Risk Around You: A Perspective on North Lanark and Frontenac. Page spent last summer in the countryside of Lanark and Frontenac counties, identifying and counting different species of animals, insects and plants. Page said about 40 per cent of atrisk species in Canada are found in Ontario, and 88 per cent of those are found on privately-owned land. This is why the ministry is presenting information about Ontario’s Endangered Species Act, which came into force in June, 2008. Violating the act can carry a maximum fine of $250,000 for individuals and up to $1 million for corporations. A oneyear prison sentence can also be implemented for first offenses. Page said humans are responsible for loss of habitat and other factors that are threatening local wildlife, especially ginseng. The single biggest threat to ginseng is
harvesting. “It’s devastating and it’s the major, sole reason why it’s at risk,” Page said. Harvesters often take the entire root of the plant, which prevents it from growing back. Ginseng is often sold on the black market to Asia. “Unfortunately, it’s a big business,” Page said. Ministry staff have been discussing the possibility of installing cameras along trails, which would help deter people from harvesting ginseng. “That might be a route we’re going to take in the near future,” he said. Page said all turtles in the area are either endangered or threatened species, with the exception of the painted turtle. The biggest threat to turtles is being run over by vehicles while they attempt to cross roads. The butternut tree is endangered due to a disease called the butternut canker, Page said. This fungus can become airborne and spread to other trees if it is cut down, so Page said individuals with a butternut tree on their property need to contact the ministry before removing it. Permits can be obtained through the ministry’s website for any activities that might affect species at risk, he added. Canada’s only lizard, the five-
lined skink, also lives in Lanark County. Urbanization is its biggest threat. Page said reporting sightings of these species is important because it can help researchers
adjust their classification. A species listed as endangered could be reclassified as threatened or at risk if sightings are reported. Page said one of his goals is to increase public awareness
about what property owners and individuals can do to help wildlife. Funding is available through the ministry for landowners to improve wildlife habitats.
Natural heritage biologist James Page speaks to interested Lanark County residents during a presentation Kassina Ryder photo about species at risk at the Lanark Legion Branch 395 on Jan. 23.
Glen Tay students plan sustainable chicken farm BY KASSINA RYDER kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com Two Glen Tay Public School students have designed a sustainable business plan that they hope will win this year’s Venture Education Innovation Challenge. The competition, which is offered through the Upper Canada District School Board, is based on the
CBC television show Dragons’ Den. Students must come up with a business plan and pitch it to judges, who will then decide if it is good enough to win the $1,000 start-up money. Businesses can be either nonprofit or for-profit, but must be environmentally sustainable, well planned, and students must demonstrate how they will
solve problems and overcome challenges. Emily Richardson and Sarah Noonan said their business plan meets all of the criteria. After helping to raise money for the Guatemala Stove Project, the girls decided to plan a sustainable chicken farm in the village of Panimaquim, the location of the Sam Clarke School, the Los Ninos
de la Escuela de Sam. The school was established in 2009 in memory of the son of Guatemala Stove Project founders Tom Clarke and Rita Redner. Twenty-year-old Sam died after the bicycle he was riding was struck by a vehicle in London, Ont. in 2008. The school also has a nutrition program where villagers can go to learn how to grow and prepare
Glen Tay Public School students Emily Richardson and Sarah Noonan stand in front of their planning board on Jan. 27.
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nutritious food. After researching ideas, the head of the village told the girls a chicken farm, which would be run by local residents, would provide much-needed eggs and meat for the school’s nutrition program and the villagers. Richardson and Noonan then began raising the $4,500 needed to build the chicken coop and start the project. The girls have until April to raise enough funds to begin building. Through correspondence with villagers, the girls said they have been learning about the history and current situation of the aboriginal residents of Guatemala, which can be compared to situations faced by First Nations in Canada, Richardson said. “I think we’ve learned a lot about Maya and First Nations,” she said. Noonan said she learned the balance of power is not equally balanced in Guatemala. “They (Maya) make up about 60 per cent of the population, but only have about ten per cent of the land,” she said. Both Richardson and Noonan said learning about how hard life can be has made them realize how fortunate they are. “It shows how lucky we are compared to other places,” Noonan said. The girls said the project will continue even if they don’t win the Innovation Challenge, but Richardson said she believes in the project. “I think we really have a chance,” she said. With files from Laura Mueller
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EDITORIAL OUR OPINION
Is it cold enough for ya?
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old weather can kill. Just ask the families of the 80 people who die due to cold weather in Canada each year. After the week we’ve had, weather-wise, it’s easy to see why. We were all feeling it this week. The furnace at Calvary Christian Academy in Franktown was on the blink recently, causing the cancellation of numerous events at the school. Furnace repair people have been frantically answering calls all over the area. It was one thing this past summer when air conditioning units were on the fritz in the area. That was a minor inconvenience for most, save for people with asthma or other breathing problems. But cold that cuts like a knife, like we have been experiencing this week, affects everyone who has to walk outside. However, things could always be worse, as they were recently for our fellow Ontarians. A state of emergency was declared in the remote northern Ontario town of Moosonee on Monday, after temperatures dropped to around -40 C, and the area dealt with an extended power outage. The power went out early Saturday morning and, on top of that, there is now a boil water advisory for James Bay residents. Many of the town’s 3,500 people have been congregating at the Northern College of Applied Arts and Technology campus for food and to keep warm. The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit is reminding people of what can happen to exposed skin during a week like this. Turns out that frostbite can occur below even -4 C, and it is hard to feel. The health unit warns us to check for white or grey spots on areas of our skin that have lost feeling, usually in our hands, feet, nose and ears. Your mother was right – dress warmly, in layers. Nobody looks cool in the winter, yes, but then blue and black skin is also pretty unsightly too. Also, if you are outside, always keep moving. Drink up that hot chocolate but, no, despite what the cartoons we saw as kids with the rescue St. Bernard dogs and their casks n my books, nothing is of whiskey, non-alcoholic beverages will truly keep you warm. tougher than writing And, if all else fails, think warm thoughts back to those days of about myself. It’s a topic summer, when we were all complaining about the humidity. I know inside and out, yet as soon as I get going, I get stuck. I thought I had found a way to avoid this problem: take up journalism. In journalism, you’re supposed to write other people’s In this space each week, we will feature a photo of local interest. stories – their ups, their downs, Be the first to correctly identify the location or item in the picture what makes them tick and what by emailing editor@perthcourier.com with the subject line, “Local ticks them off. And, best of all, Landmark,” and your name will be printed in next week’s paper! you’re supposed to leave yourUnfortunately, no one identified last week’s local landmark, a self out of it entirely. window of the Perth Town Hall builidng. This week’s local landmark I suppose I could introduce used to be Perth’s post office. myself the simple way, but my biographical basics alone aren’t all that exciting. I was born and raised in Toronto, but moved out east for university, studying journalism at the University of King’s College. I loved my years in Halifax, but once they were through, it was time to pursue a passion I had held even longer. So I headed back west to find work as a reporter. That’s the simple version. To spice things up, allow me to propose a game. It’s called “Two Truths and a Lie.” The name is pretty self-explanatory. One of these tales is completely fabricated. Can you guess which? I was working for a camp, as one of two trippers leading a canoe trip in Northern Quebec. After a long series of mishaps, we broke camp between the lake and a random gas station. At sundown, we were picking black flies from our teeth, convinced things could only get better. Then my co-tripper approached. “Geoff,” he said, “I can’t see or breathe.” It turns out he was allergic to black flies and was finding out the hard way. His throat was swelling shut. He popped the necessary pills, but there was little else to do. So we
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DAVIES The Drift called 911 from the gas station’s phone booth, and the two of us crammed inside to shelter from the airborne menace. You could taste the tension in the air; unfortunately, that wasn’t all you could taste. We were quickly learning that the pills had saved him, but were likely responsible for his crazy case of the farts. The two hours we spent waiting for the ambulance in that phone booth damn near killed us both. My next story goes back to my high school days. It still haunts me. One wintery Saturday, I had tickets to see the Tragically Hip. But first the shinny rink was beckoning. And who would just happen to be there, decked out in his iconic Bobby Orr jersey, but Gord Downie, the Hip’s lead singer and my personal idol. When the sticks were sorted we were on opposing teams. I felt so hard done by. I was having the worst game of my life, until, in the dying minutes of the game, I nabbed the puck at the lonely
end of the rink. Suddenly, I was on a breakaway with just Gord Downie between me and glory. I deked left and right, and before I knew it, I had an open shot. I took it. But just then I hit a rough patch of ice, sending my body flying into the boards and my stick into Gord’s face. When I looked up, the front of his Bruin’s jersey was fully completely covered in blood. He skated off before I could say a word. My heart, like New Orleans, swiftly sank. My final tale happened one summer afternoon in Halifax, at an apartment building surrounded by police. I was one of many journalists watching a 10th-storey apartment for any sign of life. That’s where the bad guy was, supposedly, and there were cops watching all the exits. He was said to be armed and dangerous, wanted for assault, and he had been holed up alone in there since the morning. Nothing had happened for hours so, out of boredom, I opted to see how close to the action I could get. Turns out, I could get pretty close. I got into the elevator and went up to the 10th floor. There, I was greeted by three cops with flak jackets and submachine guns. Luckily, they too were bored and happy to chat a bit before giving me the boot. A few hours later, they moved in. But the suspect wasn’t even there: he had escaped out the window seven hours earlier. Hidden amongst these anecdotal gems is my first non-truth in newsprint. Please be my guest to take a guess and shoot it to me in an email. I’d always love to hear a story or two of yours. You can reach me at geoff. davies@perthcourier.com.
Sleep when the baby sleeps
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uess what? I’m an auntie! My “little” brother and sister-in-law had a baby girl last week, so I am officially an aunt for the first time. He’s my only sibling, and there are none on Groom-boy’s side, so this is exciting stuff – a first nephew for Groom-boy and a first cousin for Boychild and Girlchild, too! Being an aunt is going to be pretty cool. I suspect it’s a little like training for grandmotherhood – you get to play with the baby for periods of time and can hand her back at the end. Being in the midst of a brand-new baby has conjured up a lot of memories and I have been finding it tricky to keep my volumes of information in check. If there’s one thing a new baby is guaranteed to produce (aside from full diapers, spit-up and sleep deprivation), it’s baby stories. In my own little world, I figure carrying a child for nine months (twice) and then helping it into the world (twice) still rank as the most important things I have ever done. Nothing has ever come close to that overwhelming feeling of seeing my baby for the first time after a heck of a lot of hard work. Naturally, since this is such a big job it stands to reason mamas are going to retain all sorts of memories about the occasion and about child rearing in general. I should note that an equal amount of information gets sucked away thanks to things like sleep deprivation and rampant hormones. To this day I believe my brain is too full of odds and ends and that a piece of
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GRAY Past Deadline old information has to fall out of one ear to make room for details coming in the other. Anyway, it seems everyone has an opinion about how to raise children, whether they have children or not. There’s nothing wrong with that, except that actually having a newborn is a bit of a shock to the system the first time and it’s really easy for new moms and dads to be overwhelmed by information. I hear myself doing it to my brother and sister-in-law. I throw random tidbits of information at them about ways to help a fussy baby (even though theirs isn’t fussy) or products I used and liked or foods I found disagreed with my kids or how to put suchand-such together and on and on. And yet if I thought about it for a moment, I’d realize two things: 1. In all likelihood my brother and sister-in-law are too tired to remember what day it is let alone the intricacies of
assembling a bouncy seat; 2. Usually it’s better to be asked for advice than to offer it every time one opens one’s mouth. It took me a while to realize it when Boychild was a baby, but one of the most important parts about raising a kid is following your instincts. Many times I wandered down a path that didn’t feel quite right because an experienced mama told me it was a good idea. We’re all born with instincts, but sometimes we forget to use them. Besides, sometimes we just have to figure things out by trial and error. We tend to know our own children best, and since every kid is different what worked for one might not work for another. That said it sure is nice to have experienced moms and dads to ask. Sharing information is a huge part of parenting – it’s the whole “it takes a village to raise a child” thing. And I’m fairly certain any mom or dad would be delighted to share tips if asked. (I’m ready!) After all this preaching, though, I can’t resist offering one more piece of advice, especially since nine years after my first child was born I am STILL griping about sleep deprivation. So here it is – the oft-repeated but seldom-followed mantra: Sleep when the baby sleeps. Seriously. Do it. Your house might be dirty, your dishes won’t get done and your laundry will be wrinkled, but life looks so much better if you can get some rest. Do it now – newborns are the perfect excuse for napping! Congrats, Doug and Krista, and welcome to beautiful little Ainsley!
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COMMUNITY
Snug as a bug during the frosty winter months
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ne of the most surprising observations that we sometimes make in the middle of this cold weather season is the sighting of an insect. If it’s a soot-like smudge in a snow depression that proves to be an animated mass of snow fleas, you may be familiar with them. If you’re not, it’s reassuring to know that these tiny little springtails, as they are called, are not out and about on the snow looking for a domestic pet or wild animal to hitch a ride on. Rather, they may actually be migrating to a new leaf-litter food source. This herculean effort often takes them a distance of 80 feet in the space of a couple of days. We saw many of them last Wednesday on top of the snow, probably because Wednesday was a great deal warmer than the previous three days. Later, in February, snow fleas will again be visible because they will be actively involved in the mating
ritual. Yet there are many other insect sightings in the wintertime that are of equal interest. While the landscape is patchy brown, and the snowman can’t make up its mind whether or not it had a return ticket, we have made several such observations. One was a fragile lacewing, an insect more commonly seen on a summer screen than on a pile of snow. Yet this frail insect was out braving the elements, although I must admit at that time it did feel more like late March than late January. Another unusual find was that of a hairy caterpillar. And while it’s not uncommon to see a woolly bear caterpillar during a warm spell in winter, this one was different. For starters it was smaller, and the longer hairs on each end of its body were mixed black and white. Checking later, I figured it was the caterpillar of the hickory tiger moth. So what are such crea-
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BRIGGS-JUDE Outdoors tures as caterpillars doing running around on the snow at this season anyhow? Actually some species of moth and butterfly larvae hibernate under logs, so that this individual could have been ejected from a nearby wind-broken tree.
When you look at the total package, Photoshop Elements 9 is a winner
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while back I wrote that I would do a review of Photoshop Elements 9, then got diverted onto other topics, so here goes today. From what I have read, this baby brother (sister?) of Photoshop CS5 is the number one photo editing program in the world. So, what’s the difference? About $800. I have both programs and use CS5 almost exclusively, but that’s only because I need the expanded RAW editing capabilities and RGB 16-bit colour space. For the casual user, though, this $100 program is great and does a ton of things quite well. When you first fire up Elements 9, you get the welcome screen, offering you a choice of organizing or editing. There are two other boxes – one with tips for beginners and another explaining what’s new in this version. The Organizer is the place where you can import your photos from camera or card reader, tag photos with identifying labels, create all sorts of things like photo books and greeting cards, and easily send pictures to Facebook or a friend’s email. The Organizer does a lot of things and it’s worth spending some time exploring. The Editor is where it’s at when it comes to doing cool stuff to your photos. This is where you go to crop, clone, fix blemishes, adjust colours, tweak levels, etc. Down the left-hand side of the screen are all the tools you can work with. These are familiar to
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CRABB Camera Corner those who worked in previous versions of either Elements or Photoshop. One of the best new features is the Content-Aware Healing Brush. This works its magic by getting rid of spots and blemishes, even if they are near or on the edges of other things in the picture. The Masks feature has been improved, which allows quite sophisticated retouching, similar to that in CS5. One of the best features for newbies is the Guided Edit feature. This gives you a bunch of tasks to choose from, then guides you through them, step by step. Let’s look at an example – Adjust Skin Tones. Click on a person’s green face and that might be all you have to do. If not, adjust the three sliders until the skin
looks natural. Very slick! You can spend hours in this section learning how to do all sorts of cool things you never thought you could. The section called Quick Edit has a few sliders which adjust the most common stuff – lighting, colour, balance and sharpness. There’s even an Auto button which will attempt to do everything for you with one click. Sometimes it even works. One of the things I have found with Elements, is that it’s more fun to fool around with than the full version. There are all sorts of neat things to explore and play with. Let me give you an example. At a family gathering I was trying to get a group shot of everyone, but was getting frustrated as, in each shot, someone had their eyes closed or face contorted. After a half dozen attempts I gave up, but back home, I opened those photos in Elements 9. There is a very clever feature in the program which allows you to take the faces with the best expressions and paste them over the yucky ones. This works and you can’t tell that it wasn’t taken that way in the first place. Those kinds of things make the program enjoyable as well as useful. Serious shooters will find the RAW converter lacking compared to CS5 or Lightroom, but for the casual photographer looking for an easy-to-use editing program, Elements 9 is a winner. Click!
CORRECTION In our Jan. 27, 2011 story, “Highway 7 to Perth could be in 10-year plan,” we provided some incorrect financial information. The provincial government has provided $322 million to local roads, not the $222 million reported. The provincial government also created 750,000 jobs in the greater Ottawa area as a result of infrastructure spending, not the 75,000 that was reported. Finally, the former provincial government lost 1,800 megawatts of power, not the 18,000 that was reported. We apologize for these errors.
However, just when we think we have all of these various caterpillars pegged as to their wintering habits, we find out that there are some species that overwinter as adults. Mourning cloak and, on occasion, the red admiral are two common butterflies that hibernate as adults in a sheltered nook or bark crevice. Little wonder they are the first butterflies to put in an appearance in early spring. On the other hand, many large moths like the green Luna, the familiar cecropia, and the polyphemus spend the winter inside a spun cocoon in the pupa stage. Often when we see one species of insect in the winter time, it makes us think of how some of the other kinds of so-called bugs survive the cold. Anyone with even an elementary insight into bee keeping will understand that they stay in a hive warmed by the muscular activity of the mass. And we all know that house flies hibernate as adults
in cellars and attics. Some of the larger common insects also vary greatly in their wintering habits. Dragonflies, for example, do not appear in great numbers on certain warm days, after being released from a Natural Resources truck. They arrive simply by emerging in hordes from a nearby pond when the water temperature is right, having spent the winter as a nymph in the muddy bottom. The praying mantis, an introduced species, offsets the severity of our Canadian winter by spending the cold weather months as an egg in a well insulated case formed by the female. Of course, one of the real bonuses of seeing insect life in the winter is the fact that the pesky members in this family can’t come out and nip. At such times though, with the bitter wind howling in your face and your hands hanging stiff in icy gloves, it makes you wonder which has the worst bite, the bugs or the frost.
LETTERS
‘Perth needs a bypass well before Drummond Street needs redoing’ Dear Editor, It was with interest that I read the articles in The Courier last week listing the top-five priorities of each of our elected officials. I just wanted to relay a couple of personal facts regarding traffic problems in our fair town. I’m sure all of our drivers have similar stories. Before the Wilson Street construction, I fell behind a 53-foot trailer and transport at corner of Craig Street and Gore Street. We were both turning right so I stayed well behind, knowing he would have problems getting around the corner if there was any traffic heading south on Gore Street. As it turns out, there was traffic and it took him about five minutes of maneuvering to make it around the corner. Traffic held up in all directions. I made my right turn on the third light and it took another five minutes to reach North Street, where the transport turned left. Ten minutes to go six blocks and there was no construction problems on Wilson Street. During the Wilson Street closure, I took my mother to Brown’s Shoes on Rogers Road. At about 11:30 a.m., we tried to return home. It took us 40 minutes to go from Brown’s Shoes over to Drummond Street and left on Harris, to across the street from the swimming pool. Hundreds of cars and trucks idling an extra half an hour each. Think of the extra pollution, sure didn’t do much for the “green initiatives.” The point being Perth not only needs a bypass well before Drummond Street needs redoing, Perth could also soon continue to build and attract more businesses and homeowners north of Highway 7 and expand tourism to its fullest. Imagine the mess if the 2,000 cyclists where coming through town and we only had Drummond Street access to Highway 7. Please think about it, you two who did not list a bypass as a priority, and most of the residents in Perth thank you for changing your mind. Bob Mayhew
If you have an opinion about something you read on the pages of The Courier, or about something going on in your neighbourhood, why not write a letter to the editor? It’s as easy as putting your thoughts together and emailing them to editor@perthcourier.com
Municipal Connection Conlon Farm Outdoor Rink Opens
www.perth.ca Council Minutes and Reports The agendas, minutes and reports associated with all meetings of Council and Committees/Advisory Panels of Council are posted to the Town’s website in advance of the meeting. Please visit our website at www.perth.ca and look under “Council/ Administrative Services.”
Updates on Course Dates: Perth & District Indoor Pool
The outdoor skating rink at Conlon Farm is now open for the season, thanks to the efforts of the Perth Volunteer Fire Fighters’ Association. The weather has finally cooperated and allowed the volunteers to flood several times. There is now a good base of ice and snow ploughing will take place as required, but please feel free to use the snow shovels provided if the plough hasn’t arrived. Hockey nets and benches are available as well, but please allow pleasure skaters some space too. With the fresh snow, the toboggan hill is in full swing. Conlon Farm is lit until 10pm each evening, however, washroom facilities are not available. There’s no charge during the winter, and families are asked to check the signage when entering the rink or hill for safety rules and regulations.
The date has changed for the upcoming Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid & CPR C Course at the Indoor Pool. The Course will now run February 19th and 20th, with additional courses running April 30thMay 1st, and June 11th and 12th. Each course runs 8:30am to 4:30pm both days. Participants must be 12 years or older. The Red Cross Babysitting Course will run February 4th, as well as March 16th, May 27th and June 18th. The course runs one day from 8:30am to 4:30pm and participants must be 11 years or older. Registration date for spring swimming lessons is scheduled for Friday, March 25th from 6pm to 9pm. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Children under the age of 6 years will be in the preschool program. The Parent & Tot program is for children aged 6 months to 4 years. Please contact a Pool staff person for a free evaluation of your child, if you are unsure of which level to enter. For more information on these and other programs, please contact the Perth & District Indoor Pool directly at 613-267-5302.
Town. Bylaw #3961 (as amended) states that no person shall park a vehicles between 0001 hours (12:01am) and 0600 hours (6:00am) during the period from November 20 to March 31 inclusive upon any highway or boulevard under the jurisdiction of the Town of Perth….” and further states that “no person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 0001 hours (12:01am) and 0600 hours (6:00am) in any public parking lot except for vehicles parked in designated areas displaying valid parking permits as described in Part IV(3).” Parking lot permits may be purchased at Town Hall. Vehicles parked in contravention may be ticketed and towed.
TOWN OF PERTH SEMI-ANNUAL CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR SEASONAL/PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Town of Perth is currently accepting applications from students and responsible adults for seasonal and/or part-time positions that may arise within the Corporation from time to time. Applicants with civic pride, a positive attitude and an appreciation of customer service are invited to forward their resume to the undersigned no later than February 25 at 4:00 p.m.
Overnight Winter Parking Restrictions The Town of Perth enforces overnight parking restrictions to ensure the most efficient snow removal by Environmental Services staff. Winter parking restriction signs are erected at all entrances to the
Potential areas of employment include: • Community Services Department o Stewart Park/BIA Attendant(s) – To assist with daily flower watering, weeding, litter control, and other ongoing maintenance initiatives required in Stewart Park and the downtown core. o Conlon Farm Attendant(s) – To assist with the grounds maintenance and operation of Conlon Farm Recreation Complex. o Last Duel Park Attendant(s) – To provide on site administrative support of the campground and its facilities. Duties include taking telephone and in-person reservations, invoicing, mapping and
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collections, placing campers and boaters on their sites, grounds keeping and maintenance support. Mowing Crew Operator(s) – To operate grass mowing/trimming equipment at the Town’s many parks, boulevards and easements. Museum Special Events Coordinator (May to August 2011) – To assist with the coordination of special events and celebrations. Museum Archival Assistant (July to August 2011) Collections management – documenting archival materials for historic research. Perth Pool Staff – Qualified Lifeguards, Instructors (Aquafit, Life Saving/Red Cross) and Locker Room Attendants.
• Environmental Services Department o Seasonal Fleet Support - To assist Fleet Mechanic Experience is an asset however training will be provided. Interested applicants are invited to submit a confidential resume outlining their experience and qualifications to the undersigned. Please indicate in a covering letter which areas you may be interested in working. Applicants must have the ability to work a variety of shifts. Some positions will require the applicant to submit to a background check. Applications received as a result of this advertisement will be kept on file for a period of twelve months. Janice McFadden, Human Resources Town of Perth 80 Gore Street East, Perth, ON Phone: 613-267-3311 Fax: 613-267-5635 The Corporation of the Town of Perth is an Equal Opportunity Employer We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
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LOOKING BACK 25 years ago
Hike in municipal insurance rates
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hile many municipalities face skyrocketing liability insurance payments and others cannot obtain insurance, the Town of Perth has received coverage for the next year — but at a cost. Town clerk Tom Kent estimated that the premiums paid by the town for $10 million liability coverage increased by 73 per cent over last year. In 1985, $9,037 was paid in premiums to protect the town against claims by injured parties, but this year the cost of the same amount of coverage climbed to $16,413. Kent said the town was informed, last year, that because of “big claims” against other municipalities, the cost of liability insurance would increase. “There have been no big claims against the town that I’m aware of, and we could probably cover ourselves with about $16,000 worth of coverage. That would be more than enough to cover the town, but then it would be just our luck to have a large claim against us that would bankrupt the town,” he commented. Kent explained the payment of
$16,413 provides liability coverage for all town-owned property, including recreational facilities, and covers the Perth Public Utilities Commission. Town buildings, vehicles, heavy equipment and boilers are not included in the payment. The manager of PPUC, Bruce Guthrie, said the insurance carried by the PPUC is “under investigation” at the present time. “As of yet we haven’t made any decisions regarding our present insurance, but I’m certain there will probably be changes to our present policy. Our main concern is liability insurance, and we have a joint policy with the town,” he explained. The PPUC is presented with a bill from the town for partial payment of the liability premiums. The Lanark County Board of Education also received coverage for 1986, but like the town, was not exempt from paying higher premiums. Superintendent of business at the board, Ed Klymko, said the board had no problems in renewing its liability insurance this year. “We’re all fixed up for 1986.
We are with one of the few companies that’s continuing to write liability insurance, but the renewal was expensive,” he commented. It cost the board $36,315 for $10 million coverage, compared to $19,306 last year. Klymko estimated the cost of insuring the board against bodily injury claims escalated by 88.1 per cent over 1985. He said the reason for the increase was due to “high judgements” awarded by claims courts and a “panic” within the insurance industry. “As I understand, a few high awards, not only in Ontario but across the continent, have led to increases in liability insurance premiums,” he stated.
Moth strategy announced Sharbot Lake town hall was filled to near capacity on Friday, when media representatives from all over eastern Ontario attended a press conference to hear Vincent Kerrio, minister of natural resources, outline plans to combat the gypsy moth infestation. Also present at the news conference were a number of officials representing the Canadian
50 years ago
Mechanic burned at garage
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ames Devaney, a motor mechanic, was burned about the legs and arms after gasoline which was spilled on the floor of Perkins Garage caught fire. Mr. Devaney rushed outside the building to extinguish his burning clothing, and a fellow employee followed him with a fire extinguisher and put out the flames. Other employees went into action with extinguishers in the building and brought the blaze under control before any damage was caused to the vehicles parked on the floor. Mr. Devaney was rushed to the office of Dr. C.B. Church, where he was given medical attention. The fire siren was sounded, but the blaze was extinguished before the firemen arrived.
Firemen respond to Perth chimney fire Firemen were called out to a chimney fire at the home of James Gordon, 118 Sherbrooke St., last Wednesday morning. Assistant fire chief Eric Nixon took the pumper to the scene, but no water was used on the blaze.
Talented Perthites urged to enter competition R.M. Schooley, chairman of Perth’s snow queen and talent contests, today urged talent contestants to complete their entry forms and mail them to the Perth Chamber of Commerce as soon as possible. “This is necessary,” the chairman said, “so that we can get an idea of how many people we will have in our show. First indications are that we’re going to have a good, full evening’s entertainment — but if we receive too many entries, I suppose we’ll have to extend the show somehow or other.” Prizes for the Perth Talent Contest will be awarded in two divi-
sions, contestants over age 16 and under 16. First prize will be $20 in cash; second prize, $10; third prize, $5. Winners will be eligible to compete in the Eastern Ontario Talent Contest on Feb. 23, 24 and 25, at which prizes of $75, $50 and $25 will be awarded in each of the two divisions.
Fishing contest continues to reel in entries Frank Byrne, well-known Perth fisherman, brought in a fine pickerel caught in Black Lake on Friday, Jan. 20. It weighed nine pounds, five ounces, and takes over second place in the local Winter Fishing Contest. The first entry in the Whitefish class of the Perth Winter Fishing Contest was a five-pound, five and a half-ounce specimen caught by Ernie Moore of Perth in Rideau Lake on Jan. 21.
Elliott to chair school board Mr. B.F. Elliott was chosen chairman of the Public School Board at its initial meeting held on Tuesday night. G.R. Cochrane was elected vice-chairman. Chairmen of committees elected were: R.N. Robertson, property committee; Doug Wiseman, internal management; Dr. H.G. Lightford, finance. Attendance at the Stewart and Queen Elizabeth schools during December was: Stewart School enrolment, 346; Queen Elizabeth enrolment, 304.
Douglas continues as Comets’ coach Les Douglas, former Perth Blue Wing and National Hockey League player, will again coach the Napanee Comets, winners of the Intermediate ‘A’ hockey championship for three consecutive seasons.
BORN Brady - At the GWM Hospital, on Jan. 18, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. Ar-
nold Brady of Perth, a son. Clow - At the GWM Hospital, on Jan. 18, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Clow of Lanark, a daughter. Cooper - At the GWM Hospital, on Jan. 17, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. Gerald E. Cooper of Perth, a son. Desjardine - At the GWM Hospital, on Jan. 16, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Desjardine of Lanark, a son. Ferrier - At the GWM Hospital, on Jan. 20, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. John Ferrier of RR 3, Perth, a son. Leonard - At the GWM Hospital, on Jan. 18, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Leonard of Perth, a son. McLaren - At the GWM Hospital, on Jan. 2, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. James McLaren of RR 1, Lanark, a daughter. Roberts - At Murphy Memorial Hospital, Whittier, Calif., on Jan. 6, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Roberts, a son, George Stewart. Taylor - At the GWM Hospital, on Jan. 18, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. Carl Taylor of Perth, a daughter. Truelove - At the GWM Hospital, on Jan. 16, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. John Truelove of Perth, a son.
DIED Byrne - At Ottawa Civic Hospital, on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 1961, Mabel McParland, in her 74th year, wife of the late Edward I. Byrne. Croskery - At the GWM Hospital, on Thursday, Jan. 19, 1961, Alfred J. Croskery, in his 87th year, beloved husband of Christine Wilson. Ireton - At the GWM Hospital, on Saturday, Jan. 21, 1961, William H. Ireton, in his 86th year, husband of the late Maude Lightbody. Palmer - At the GWM Hospital, on Monday, Jan. 23, 1961, William John Palmer, in his 94th year, husband of the late Jean Allan.
forestry service and ministry of natural resources (MNR). Statistics supplied by MNR indicate the area of severe defoliation caused by the gypsy moth increased to 246,000 hectares in 1985, and recent egg mass surveys indicate the defoliated Crown land area will triple in 1986 to an estimated 750,000 hectares. “We are in the midst of a serious gypsy moth infestation which has multiplied 246 times in the past four years,” stated Kerrio. He also noted that federal and provincial experts expect outbreaks of the gypsy moth to occur in the vicinity of the Rideau Lakes area this summer. As part of the ongoing battle to retard the gypsy moth infestation, MNR has indicated it wants to step up the forest protection program, which includes aerial spraying of Crown land in eastern Ontario. “The spraying program will run from the end of May to the second week in June, depending on weather conditions,” said Kerrio. The MNR strategy for controlling the gypsy moth on Crown land calls for aerial application of insecticides on selected highvalue Crown forests. These high-value areas consist of provincial parks, park reserves and recreation areas. The ministry has proposed the use of a biological spray, bacillus thuringiensis, or “BT,” as the preferred spray for the majority of aerial spray applications. This particular spray was chosen by MNR because it can be safely used near lakes and rivers, in buffer zones between private and Crown land, in provincial parks and in areas of low or diminishing gypsy moth populations.
tions” as the reason for the increased premiums. Richard Schooley, of Crain and Schooley, says the situation was “fuelled by an over-supply of insurance companies in Canada.” The over-supply of companies was generated by lenient government regulations which allowed small, foreign insurance companies to enter the market and force premiums down, according to Schooley and the Insurance Bureau of Canada. “It was irresponsible pricing. The small insurance companies who wanted to grow were cutting 25 per cent off the going rate and ultimately the prices were 30 to 40 per cent lower than they should have been. That’s why there’s been an increase in premiums by 40 per cent over the past year; it’s a return to reality,” stated Schooley. He also cited the recent large court settlements in Ontario as being a contributing factor to the increased liability premiums. “When the court judgements began to get larger, the small companies became nervous and the judgements helped them decide to get out of the business,” he commented. When some insurance companies pulled out, some institutions were left with policies no domestic companies could cover. Schooley explained that because many of the people seeking renewed insurance had a large amount of coverage, many domestic companies didn’t have the reserves to cover the policies. Both men agreed that part of the blame could also be laid at the feet of the public. “If people were reasonable, we could exist, but they’re seeing all of these large judgements and are asking for a lot,” commented McLean.
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BORN Dumoulin - On Jan. 14, 1986, to Dave and Jackie (nee Clark) Dumoulin of Ottawa, a daughter, Holli-Lyn Jacqueline. Gordon - At the GWM Hospital, on Jan. 19, 1986, to Stephen and Brenda Gordon, a son, Joshua Edward William. Norwood - On Jan. 21, 1986, to Gordon and Susan Norwood, a son, Adam Daniel. Riopelle - At the GWM Hospital, on Jan. 21, 1986, to Francis and Marie Riopelle of RR 3, Lanark, a son, Randy Francis.
Thieves stole a visual-aid machine used by a sight-impaired man in the McDonalds Corners area during a house break-in. The house has been unoccupied since Jan. 15, and police believe the break-in occurred sometime between Jan. 15 and early this week. Stolen was a Visualtek Voyageur model machine used to magnify printed words into a 12-inch screen. It’s valued at $3,000 and has only one use. “It’s of no use to anyone else other than the victim,” said OPP Const. Neil Fennell. “He’s lost without this.” The victim is 75 years old. Thieves gained entry to his home through a rear door. Also taken was a television set.
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DIED Byrne - At the St. Catharines Hotel Dieu Hospital, on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 1986, Joseph (Joe) Anthony Byrne, loving husband of Bernice. Hartwell - In hospital in Oliver, B.C., on Sunday, Dec. 29, 1985, Albert Edward Hartwell, in his 71st year, husband of Grace. Hughes - In hospital, Perth, on Saturday, Jan. 25, 1986, Leilla McMillan, wife of the late Ronald Hughes. Irving - Suddenly, following an automobile accident in Moncton, on Monday, Jan. 27, 1986, Kimberly Dawn Irving, in her 29th year, wife of Wayne Irving. Livingstone - Suddenly, at Perth, on Thursday, Jan. 23, 1986, Allan J. Livingstone, in his 84th year, beloved husband of Bertha J. Haley.
The concerns of municipalities and school boards about the increasing cost of maintaining liability insurance is being mirrored by one local broker, while another says the increase is “a return to reality” by the insurance institution in Canada. Frank McLean, of McLean Insurance in Perth, said that while the actual liability insurance premiums have not increased that much, premiums for insurance against bodily harm and personal injury have risen substantialThe preceding was originally ly. published in The Perth Courier of The preceding was excerpted McLean points to “the courts Jan. 29, 1986 as the “25 years ago” and a slight overreaction on the from the front page of the Jan. 29, news. part of the insurance institu- 1986 issue of The Perth Courier.
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TENNANT Musical Musings This understated patriotic anthem touched everyone’s heart with its message of heroism, the beautiful vocal harmonies and musicianship underlined the effect on everyone. This song was apparently picked up by Newfoundland’s own 2007 top-10 Canadian Idol singer Tara Oram, and recorded on her album Chasing the Sun. If this evening was any indication, the rest of the Songs from the Valley Series ought to be tremendous. Coming up next is multi-year winner of the Canadian Country Guitar Picker of the Year, Steve Piticco on March 25 at the Studio Theatre. Oh how he can make a Telecaster sing. I enjoyed last year’s Roots and Traditional Album of the Year (Group) – Juno award winners, The Good Lovelies at the recent Music On McLean House Concert that was hosted at the Rideau Christian Fellowship Church. Made up of Caroline Brooks, Kerri Ough and Sue Passmore, three delightful gals originally from communities east of Toronto, their vocal harmonies never stopped entertaining with their variety of song styles and instrumentation, but mostly their never the same harmonies. Constantly swapping banjo, guitar, acoustic
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bass and mandolin, they skillfully backed themselves, and shared heartwarming and humorous comments between songs. They impressed the crowd, some who had driven from Renfrew, Niagara Falls, Hamilton and Ottawa. The Good Lovelies world seems to be getting bigger, as they were off to sing in Prince George, BC, the next night, and are putting final touches on tours of Australia and Europe. They’re definitely starting to be recognized in broader circles, yet their demeanor remains ego free and appreciative of whatever comes their way. Over $200 was raised for a house building project for Haiti, a very successful evening for all. Everyone loves dancing to The Priorities so here’s your chance. On Saturday, Feb. 12, Charlotte Arthur is hosting a fundraiser for the Perth and District Food Bank at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 244, from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. The opening bands will be the Murray Kinsley Band and What Were We Thinking, with The Priorities coming on at 9 p.m. Tickets are available by calling 613-326-0504 or 613-267-3386. Admission is $20. Before I sign off this week’s article I’d like to recognize the passing of Patrick Doyle, a co-owner of O’Reilly’s Pub in Perth, and a true supporter of live music, to name but a few of his gifts to this crazy world. Always one to work behind the scenes, connecting people and co-ordinating, one doesn’t realize to what extent until an email was read from John Ralston Saul and Adrienne Clarkson sharing their sadness at his demise, and offering stories of how he’d been so helpful to them. To all the musicians you supported via your venue, and the local appreciative audiences you offered music to, we remember you Pat and give thanks for your time with us. Run free, my friend. Support live music everywhere.
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o much talent, so little time. Considering the relatively small population of our local ‘burg, it’s amazing the number of events locally to entertain us. From musical concerts to stage presentations, there always seems to be some artistic adventure to enjoy. We are so lucky to live where talented people make attending local events worthwhile. Though I was unable to attend, I’ve heard lots of positive comments from those who attended the Perth’s Got Talent show, held at the Studio Theatre. It’s gratifying to see it was a sold out affair, so those who donated their talent saw their efforts rewarded by the Studio Theatre enjoying a successful fundraiser. It’s great to see our community supporting the arts. I did attend the first of the three shows offered in the Songs from the Valley series, where local fiddler Wade Foster showed why he’s held in such high regard throughout the valley. Joined onstage by three of his friends, Jeff Callery, John Wilberforce and Shawn McCullough, the nearly sold out audience enjoyed the first set of primarily Foster’s material, supported by the others. A nice touch was the acoustic format they chose, where Wilberforce played some piano and electric bass while Callery and McCullough provided support on acoustic guitars. This enabled Foster’s fiddle to take centre stage without having to fight to be heard. Most of his tunes were instrumental from his CD, Sounds Like Home, he put out last year, with support from these same musicians. My favourites were Sunset Waltz and Stewart Park. You could tell these players have played together for a long time, as the outcome was so supportive, the sum adding to a sweet, whole sound. The second set allowed all the other artists to strut their own songwriting skills as they worked back and forth across the stage, backing one another’s tunes. Some had never been played live before, but were impressive nevertheless. Foster’s playing is strong, yet sensitive, never trying to overplay or impress by trying to squeeze in too many notes, just being there to add the right nuances to the mix, truly a professional. I was also impressed with McCullough’s guitar work for the same reasons. He added his part skillfully, letting the song sell itself. Wilberforce produced Foster’s CD and showed his subtleties on bass and piano, adding nice touches to the mix. The most memorable song of the evening was one Callery had written, in memory of a soldier friend who had been killed in Afghanistan. It was called The Call.
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Open House: An opera of family, friends and ties that bind
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THE TOWNSHIP OF BECKWITH WILL BE ACCEPTING TENDERS FOR THE FOLLOWING: Granular Materials - Tender # 2011-01 Winter Sand - Tender # 2011-02 Roadside Mowing - Tender # 2011-03 Tender forms may be obtained from the Township Municipal Office, 1702 9th line, Beckwith Township, Monday, January 24th, 2011 at 9 a.m. THE LOWEST OR ANY TENDER NOT NECESSARILY ACCEPTED. Further information can be obtained by contacting: Darwin Nolan Public Works Superintendent 613-257-1810 1-800-535-4534
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will work with the professional orchestra in the two-act, two-hour production. Open House tells of a recently widowed mother forced to sell her rustic home, and of her children and their friends who try to find a way to prevent it. Along the way, they meet a resourceful real estate salesman and a greedy developer as the show unfolds. The plot is a simple one, but the libretto contains a wealth of simple, but truly lyrical, lyrics. “Why can’t life last as long as love?” sings the central character. An adult watches children in a tree house and sings, “something in my soul rejoices when children climb trees”, and the children themselves sum up their world as, “the world should be an open house, with a room for every one.” The production runs for one weekend only, March 10, 11 and 12, at 8 p.m., and March 13, at 2 p.m., at the Studio Theatre (63 Gore St. E.) in Perth. Matinee audience members should bear in mind that Daylight Savings Time starts on March 13, so don’t sleep in. Tickets are $25, and are available at Tickets Please (www.ticketsplease.ca) or 39 Foster St. in Perth (at Jo’s Clothes). Call 613-485-6434. Open House will definitely be the musical must-see of the winter. A world premiere, some of the area’s best community performers, a first-class professional orchestra and an exciting and unique piece of musical theatre. Put it on the calendar, now.
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The family of the late Clifford Pilgrim would like to express their deep gratitude to the many friends who helped during this most difficult time. To our friends and neighbours, especially Nancy and Courtney, for all your support when Clifford was so ill, we give our sincere thanks. Audrey Pilgrim and family
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Peacefully at her retirement residence in Ottawa on Saturday January 29th, 2011 at the age of 93 years. Bessie was born at Lanark Ont., the third daughter of Matthew and Eulalie (Park) Tullis. She was the dear sister of Evelyn Miller, Kay Mackintosh and Helen (Douglas) MacKechnie, greatly loved aunt to 12 nieces and nephews and 11 great nieces and nephews; she will be fondly remembered by her cousins and friends who share in her loss. Bessie was predeceased by her sisters Mary Moore and Margaret Tullis and brothers-in-law Cyril Moore, Douglas Mackintosh and Robert Miller. Retired following almost 40 years with the federal public service, she was an active volunteer for over 25 years and Past President of the Lanark & District Museum and dedicated member of St. Andrew’s United Church, Lanark. Friends may pay their respects at the Young Funeral Home, Lanark on Wednesday, Feb. 2, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral service will be held in St. Andrews United Church, Lanark on Thursday, Feb. 3 at 12 noon. Interment, Lanark Village Cemetery. In remembrance, contributions to St. Andrews United would be appreciated.
FIELDING: In loving memory of my husband, Donald (Dick), who passed away on Feb. 4, 2002. To me you were very special Who can never be replaced Your memories in my life, can never be erased. Although our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same One by one that chain will link And we will be together again. The special years will young not return funeral home When we were all toCondolences to: www.blairandson.com gether But with the love within our hearts You will walk with us forever. IN MEMORIAM Lovingly remembered and sadly missed, Fielding: In loving Your wife, Gladys memory of a special Uncle Dick, who passed away Feb. 4, 2002. Within our store of memories He holds a place apart For no one else can ever be More cherished in our hearts. Always loved and remembered, DUNFIELD Love, In loving memory of my Brian, Gloria, Trisha and dear husband, Allan, Michelle who passed away Feb. 3, 2008. There is a certain feeling That I keep for you alone A place that is within my heart That only you can own Nothing could be more beautiful Than the memories I keep of you To me you were someone special And God must have thought so too. There is not a day goes by, Hon, That I do not think of you Call now for more And wish with all my heart information That you were with me. 1.877.298.8288 Love you forever, Alice
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The family of Clifford Pilgrim are deeply saddened to announce his peaceful passing, on Saturday morning, January 22nd, 2011, at home, after a lengthy illness, in his 78th year. Mr. Pilgrim was the dearly loved husband of Audrey (nee Lynch), of RR#3 Perth, for 58 years. Cherished father of Terry, Wendy (Fred) Anderson, Cheryl Whalen, and Jeff, all of Ottawa, and treasured grandfather of 11 and great-grandfather of 6. Cliff was predeceased by his parents Edward and Claudine Pilgrim. Cliff will be fondly remembered by his sister Judith Latour, of Ottawa, and many friends throughout the years. At Mr. Pilgrim’s request, there will be no visitation hours or funeral service to take place at the funeral home. A small private family gathering will take place in near future. However, those wishing may place their donations in Clifford’s memory to Dignity House Hospice, Perth. Mr. Pilgrim’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth, 613-267-3082.
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noons with Margueritte (French, PG-rating) at 7 p.m. at Premier Cinemas in Smiths Falls. Tickets are $10 at the door, five films for $40, or nine films for $60. For more information, call 613-267-1224, or visit www.filmnightinternational.blogspot.com.
Friday, Feb. 11 • Freddy Dixon and Steve Piticco will perform their country-rockabilly show at O’Reilly’s at 8 • The Rideau Mellowdears and Edge will perform p.m. at the PDCI auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and children under 12 are free. Tickets Saturday Feb. 5 can be purchased at Shadowfax, The Wordsmith in • The Westport Wally will be held at the pond beWestport or by contacting ABC tickets at 613-273hind The Cove in Wesport at noon. Activities will 5475, or feb11tickets@gmail.com. include music, face painting, games and horse • A games night will be held at Tatlock Hall from drawn sleigh rides through Westport. 7:30 to 10 p.m. It will feature Wii Bowling, crokinole, • A Lanark County Genealogical Society meettable tennis and cards. Call 613-256-1071 for inforing will take place at 1:30 p.m. at Archives Lanark, mation. Drummond Centre Hall. Archives open at 10 a.m. Speakers will be Nancy Jibb, Preserving Tatlock Saturday, Feb. 12 early settlers’ family histories and Penny • A Valentine’s Day dance will be held at the Samek,The Fairbrother Story. Perth-Upon-Tay Royal Canadian Legion Branch • The Cove in Wesport will host French Canadian 244. The featured band will be The Priorities, with Night with a traditional tourtière dinner with ap- other bands performing as well. Doors open at 7 petizer, dinner and a maple dessert. Dinner costs p.m. Admission is $20 and proceeds will be given to $19 and will be accompanied by live music with the Perth and District Community Food Bank. Call songwriter/storyteller Kevin Head from 6 to 9 p.m. 613-267-3386 or 613-326-0504 for tickets. Tickets can • The Perth Farmers’ Market’s annual general also be purchased at the door, depending on availmeeting will be held at McMartin House at 10 a.m. ability. New vendors are invited to attend at 11 a.m. to re• Rideau Trail Association is hosting a Winter ceive information about the market’s 2011 season. Weekend End To End, which departs from Conlon • The Rideau Trail Association is hosting a hike/ Farm at 8:30 a.m. Call Bill Murdoch at 613-389-3023 snowshoe from Poonamalie Road to Port Elmsley. for more information. The total distance is 4.8 kilometres with the option of 7.5 km for more experienced hikers. Snowshoes Sunday, Feb. 13 are highly recommended. A potluck will be held af• The Rideau Trail Association is hosting a Winter the hike. Participants are asked to meet at Con- ter Weekend End To End, which departs from Conlon Farm at 10 a.m. Anyone planning to attend the lon Farm at 8:30 a.m. Call Bill Murdoch at 613-389potluck is asked to call Gunhild at 613-283-8985. 3023 for more information. • A workshop on how to make warm, cosy felted • Join us for a roast beef dinner and gospel mumitts will be given by Rosie Kotze at the MERA sic concert featuring Sheri Lee Walters (seen in Schoolhouse in McDonalds Corners from 10 a.m. to Perth’s Got Talent III), The Asbury Worship Band, 4 p.m. Make a pair of wet-felted mittens decorated and local groups the Clyne Brothers and Lower with coloured fleece. Cost is $35 for MERA members Lights. All proceeds will go to the Asbury Free and $50 for non-members. Material fee $10. Pre-regMethodist Church Building Fund. This event beister at meraschoolhouse@bell.net or 613-278-0388. gins at 6:00 pm at the Perth Civitan Hall. Tickets are available at the church office. Call 613-267-2345 Sunday, Feb. 6 for details. • The Toledo Legion Branch 475 is holding a country and western music dance featuring Sage Brush, formerly the Malboureens. Doors open at 1 p.m. and dancing will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. It will be followed by a pork supper. Admission is $12. A dance will be held on the first Sunday of every month. Tuesday, Feb. 8 • The Riverview Seniors want to learn to play Forty-Fives, the traditional Nova Scotian card game, and are seeking displaced Maritimers or others to teach them. Any potential teachers and players are invited to the Perth-Upon-Tay Royal Canadian Legion Branch 244 at 1 p.m., where a brief meeting and lesson will be followed by a light lunch.
Wednesday, Feb. 9 • A veteran’s appreciation day will be held at the Perth-Upon-Tay Royal Canadian Legion Branch 244 at 1 p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 10 • The Active Seniors Koalition (ASK) is hosting shuffleboard at the Watson’s Corners Hall at 10:30 a.m. Bring a brown bag lunch. Call 613-259-5447 for more information. • The Active Seniors Koalition (ASK) is hosting line dancing at the Middleville Community Centre at 11 a.m. For more information, call 613-259-5447. • The Tatlock Hall Association is offering drop-in yoga classes with a certified instructor at Tatlock Hall at 7 p.m. Call 613-256-3453 for more information. • Film Night International presents My After-
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Lanark, Renfrew counties mull buying Ottawa Valley Rail bed BY DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@metroland.com Lanark and Renfrew counties are considering buying up the rail bed underneath the Ottawa Valley Railway line. “Whether they are interested in buying the rail bed, that’s up to council,” in Lanark and Renfrew Counties, said former Mississippi Mills mayor Al Lunney, who is representing Lanark County, fol-
lowing a meeting with representatives from Canadian Pacific Rail last week. “We have to accept (that), from my perspective, neither Lanark County or Renfrew County is in any position to be owning and operating the rail line.” The line is valued at $50 million. Lanark County council held a special meeting on the issue yesterday (Feb. 2).
“We will probably explain to council exactly what information we have and then it will be up to the councils themselves where they go with it,” said Lunney. Lunney stated that the “big movers and shakers” at Canadian Pacific Rail, from their Vancouver and Calgary offices, met with him and representatives from Renfrew County in Perth on Jan. 28. “They were very open and hon-
est with us,” said Lunney. “I don’t think they are going to “It was a great meeting… start tearing lines up in this kind There was a lot of information of weather,” said Lunney. exchanged. We now know more about how the process works.” The final deadline for submissions for interested parties to buy the rail line is this Saturday, Feb. 5. CP told Lunney that they would still be open to meeting with a SMOKERS’ HELPLINE buyer for the line after that date, www.smokershelpline.ca provided the rails are still intact.
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PUTTING ON THE FULL MONTY The cast of the Full Monty practises during rehearsal at the Myriad Centre for the Arts on Jan. 23. The show is scheduled to begin on Feb. 4 and run until Feb. 13. Kassina Ryder photo
Ottawa, January 24, 2011 My first ski instructor was Fernand Bonnevie. I saw him at Christmas. He is 96. He doesn’t ski anymore. Even walking is too difficult. He gets 24-7 care from a live-in caregiver (his wife died years ago), children and grandchildren. Not in a hospital or long-term care setting, but from his old house in the alpine village of Val d’Isère. Does it complicate things? To an extent, yes. He doesn’t benefit from doctors conducting complex procedures to make it easier for him to walk. Would he prefer a long-term care space? Not a chance. From his house, he uses binoculars to spy on an Alpine Ibex who is also struggling with old age. He worries about the Ibex, but cherishes his ability to relate to the world outside. Between advanced but invasive care and quality of life, Fernand chooses quality of life, surrounded by the nature and people he loves.
The choice raises important questions for all health providers who care for the elderly. Are acute care hospitals a good setting for people like Fernand? Is there a better way? A consensus is emerging between hospitals, community healthcare providers, caregivers and care coordinators such as the Community Care Access Network: once they have treated seniors, acute care hospitals are not well suited to providing them the comfort, dignity and quality of life they should expect. Home, where patients can enjoy the independence from which so much of their dignity derives, along with the company of loved ones, is better. That is why our social workers – along with our leadership and a host of other health professionals – are working with the Community Care Access Network, the Local Health Integration network and other partners in health to implement Home First. Home First is a new approach to care that immediately starts the discussion, upon admission to hospital, about the best place and options available to patients and families after discharge. The approach puts every stakeholder in the system on the same page, seeking ways to reintegrate elderly patients into the community as promptly, compassionately and safely as possible. To find out more, visit http://champlainlihin.on.ca 446012
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JAYCEES GIVE SUPPORT Dr. Robert Chaplin accepts a cheque for $3,500 on behalf of the GWM Hospital Foundation from Perth Jaycee representative Barry Armstrong. Photo by Margot Hallam
That changed with the launch of a new www. ottawahospital.on.ca
Nicolas Ruszkowski Nicolas Ruszkowski VP, Communications Ottawa Hospital Professor Pierre Bélanger taught New Media at the University of Ottawa, in 1994. The internet, web-sites and instant messaging was still considered novel. Perhaps even a little obscure. We actually devoted hours of class time to learn about search engines, web-sites and messaging. Today, four-year olds can do this with no instruction. But we were still asking: what is the art of the possible? What will communications look like thanks to the internet? They would be instant. They would force real-time dialogue. They would become brief, bite-sized, “user-friendly”. They would change people’s expectations of good communications.
The site is built on 5 principles. It is inclusive, not only of different professions, departments or programs, but of our patients, visitors and community. It is bilingual, so that everything is available in English and French. It is accessible, whether you are visually impaired or not. It is dynamic; inviting visitors to share feedback and patient stories so we can always improve. Finally, it is patient and user-centered. For instance, visitors can use the Directions and Maps section of the site to plan their itinerary from home, to hospital, back home. They can search our physician directory alphabetically, by name or specialty. And they can search information about programs, departments or clinics by keyword. For the first time, users can also follow us on Twitter, at OttawaHospital, and Facebook, on The Ottawa Hospital Facebook Group. We will use these tools to inform the community of important news, as well as maintain an ongoing dialogue about how best to serve our patients. Don’t just take our word for it. Visit www.ottawahospital.on.ca and tell us what you think.
All of that, and more, has come true. People of all generations and service providers from all sectors have embraced the internet, social media, and social networking. Until recently, however, The Ottawa Hospital had been slow to embrace these changes. Our web-site looked like it had been built not long after 1994. It was hard to update, and didn’t allow instant communications. It didn’t seek out patient and visitor advice, nor promote dialogue. It was not “user-friendly”. In short, it did not live up to expectations of good communications.
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Perth splits weekend games, holds on to first place in Metro-Valley Conference
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The Perth Jr. B Blue Wings split their weekend games, losing 5-2 to Renfrew Timberwolves, and then rebounding with an 8-2 win over the Almonte Thunder. Perth (29-8-1-1) remains in top spot in the Metro-Valley Conference, three points ahead of the Clarence Beavers (27-8-2-1). Blue Wings head coach Steve Sundin said he was not happy with his team’s performance in last Friday’s loss.
“We didn’t pay all that well in Renfrew,” he said. “We had 18 shots in the first period, we couldn’t score. We had five-onthree for a minute and 25 seconds and couldn’t score. Then they get one opportunity and score.” Sundin said the loss did not come at a bad time, since the Blue Wings have already secured first place in the Valley Division. “Nothing wrong with a loss now and then,” Sundin said. “It was two points in the standings we don’t need, and sometimes a
good loss like that will bring you back to earth. The swollen heads will shrink a little.” Sundin said the one bright spot from Friday night was the play of goaltender Jeremy Wright who stopped 33 of 38 shots in the loss. He said he was happy with the play of goaltender Troy Anderson against Almonte on Sunday, who stopped 33 of 35 shots in an 8-2 victory for Perth.. “I’m very pleased with the effort on Sunday,” Sundin said. “We had 60 shots on net, it was
like we woke up. We got a lot of production out of a lot of different players, I was pleased about that.” Perth lit up Almonte for six goals in the second period and outshot its opponent 60-35, to pick up the win. Blair Barr and Ben Minkus led the offence for the Blue Wings. Barr picked scored five points (two goals and three assists) and Minkus scored four points (two goals and two assists). Almonte’s Chad Hetherington picked up the loss allowing
seven goals on 39 shots. He was pulled just after the 38 minute mark of the game, and replaced by Morgan Barr. NEXT HOME GAME The Blue Wings’ next home game will take place against the Stittsville Royals on Feb. 4, at 7:45 p.m., at the Perth and District Community Centre. ALL-STAR GAME REMINDER The Metro-Valley All-Star game will take place on Saturday, Feb. 12, at the Nick Smith Centre in Arnprior.
Minor Midgets undefeated in 2011 BY JANICE LEPAGE The Perth Lanark Minor Midget Rep team kicked off the New Year with a hard-fought 3-3 tie against the Smiths Falls squad on Jan. 2. The lone offensive line that penetrated the opposition’s defence was the trio of Brock Liko, Aaron Moore and Evan Noonan. Liko chalked up a goal and two assists for the Wings, while Noonan netted two goals with help from Moore and defenceman Tom Coyne. On Jan. 3, the boys traveled to Morrisburg to meet the South Dundas Lions for the first time this season. The game was tied at one by the end of the first pe-
riod with Jakob Erwin scoring with aid from Travis Henderson and Dakota Henry. South Dundas scored early in the second to take the lead, but with Colin Leeflang’s goal at 3:23 to tie the game, the local boys took command of the game. Henderson, assisted by Erwin, scored less than a minute later and defenceman Bryce Oakes capped off the second frame with a goal in the last seconds of the period. Three unanswered goals in the third period left the score 72 for the Wings. Leeflang, Cody King, and Henderson tallied a goal each, assisted by Coyne, Leeflang, Moore, Noonan and Liko. Perth Lanark hosted South
Dundas a week later in Perth and this game was all Wings from start to finish. Moore, assisted by Noonan, opened the scoring 30 seconds into the game catching the Lions’ goalie completely off guard. The boys racked up four more goals before the period was over. Leeflang, Noonan, Henry and Liko doing the honours with helpers from King, Mat Cordick, Liko, Coyne (2), Noonan, Erwin and Hunter Rombough. Two goals in the second period by Henderson and Henry, and another in the third by Noonan topped off the 8-0 win. Erwin, Henry, Henderson, Noonan and Leeflang earned assists and goaltender Jarrid Farr the shutout.
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‘Exciting career’ had humble start for Sens’ Kovalev By Rob Brodie OttawaSenators.com Let it never be said that Alex Kovalev doesn’t have a flair for the dramatic. Take, for example, the scene from a late-November game at Scotiabank Place against the Los Angeles Kings, when the Ottawa Senators forward became the 76th player in National Hockey League history to reach the 1,000-point plateau. But it was anything but an ordinary point. Kovalev’s stick shattered into two pieces on a slap shot that would elude Kings goaltender Jonathan Quick. Adding to the drama, the clock read 10:00 on the dot when the historic point was scored
— an almost unfathomable coincidence delivered by the hockey gods, no doubt. “It’s kind of unique,” the 37year-old native of Togliatti, Russia, said in trying to sum up the entire scene. “You get the 1,000th point, you break your stick and hit the 10minute mark so it (looks like) 1,000 points. I thought it was a joke, that they put it on the board (to represent) the 1,000-point mark.” For Kovalev, who grew up the game while the Soviet regime still held an iron grip on his homeland, it is another remarkable number and one he admits is difficult to put into perspective. “I just don’t know how to de-
scribe it,” said Kovalev, a veteran of more than 1,250 NHL games. “When I was 19 years old, I got to the league, got my first goal and I was excited. Then to get to my first 100 games, that was the most exciting. To get over 1,000 games and then 1,000 points … that’s going to be something that I definitely remember. It’s an amazing achievement.” The hockey gods didn’t allow this latest milestone to come easily. Back in April, Kovalev suffered a torn ACL in his left knee that required season-ending surgery. A hard summer of rehabilitation followed, testing the will of a 37-yearold now playing in his 18th season. “It’s not always easy coming back from a serious injury. It takes some time,” said Kovalev, who missed half a dozen games in January when pain in the knee flared up. “The previous surgery I had on the other knee in ’96 (happened) in the middle of the season. I didn’t play the rest of the season and had the whole summer to recover. I didn’t have a problem. “This time, I came back in 4-1/2 months and wanted to play. In the beginning (after returning to the ice), you always feel uncomfortable and you’re not sure how the knee is going to react and you’re not sure
about certain turns and cuts. But slowly, you get there and you feel comfortable and you get it out of your mind. You stop thinking, just play the game and stop worrying that something is wrong with your body.” While he’s acknowledged more than once a desire to play until he’s 50 years old, the 1,000-point milestone has given Kovalev cause to reflect upon a “long journey” that began when the New York Rangers made him their first-round pick (15th overall) in the 1991 NHL Entry Draft. “The way I found out I was chosen by the Rangers was from my friend,” he said. “I didn’t know what that meant. A couple months later, (then-Rangers general manager) Neil Smith came and presented me with a jersey and I was able to go over to their training camp. Then I realized what it meant. “I got here and went on to a pretty exciting career. I’m happy with what I’ve achieved. There’s been some ups and downs, but I’ve always been able to survive and just keep pushing through it with all the injuries. The most important thing is all the support you get from your family, your friends and the fans. That’s how you survive in this league.”
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As the NHL schedule passed its halfway mark, the Islanders again found themselves doomed to a finish near the bottom of the Eastern Conference. One of the few bright spots on the Island is former No. 1 overall pick John Tavares, who’s already well on his way to surpassing his rookie scoring totals. Also headed to a career year is Blake Comeau, with Matt Moulson and former Rangers forward PA Parenteau also chipping in offensively. Andrew MacDonald and Milan Jurcina head up a mostly no-name defence corps. With Dwayne Roloson traded to the Tampa Bay Lighting, the Islanders continue to put much of their goaltending hopes in the hands of the oft-injured Rick DiPietro.
Senators on TV Feb. 5: at N.Y. Islanders, 7 p.m. (CBC) Feb. 7: at Vancouver, 10 p.m. (Sportsnet East) Feb. 9: at Calgary, 9:30 p.m. (Sportsnet East) Feb. 12: at Edmonton, 2 p.m. (CBC) Feb. 15: vs. N.Y. Islanders, 7:30 p.m. (Sportsnet East)
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Busy start to 2011 for Atom C Cougars BY SANDY PARKS After a long Christmas break, the Atom C Cougars hit the ice in Carleton Place on Jan. 8 for the first of three consecutive games. The lull in action over the holidays certainly did not affect their game as the team executed some excellent passing and teamwork in a convincing 6-1 win. The Cougars scoring began midway through the first when Aiden Reesor picked up the puck and unselfishly sent a pass to Malcolm MacDonald for a picture-perfect goal. Ryan Jordan scored unassisted to give the Cougars a two-goal lead. Three fast goals, courtesy of one line, were the highlight of the second period. Callum Anderson’s perpetual hard work paid off when he scored to make it 3-0. Ethan Hofstatter assisted. Seconds later, Anderson set up Will Umpherson for his first. Then, on the same shift, Austin Topping fed the puck to Umpherson for his second goal. Carleton Place managed a goal late in the period to spoil Connor Greaves run at another shutout. Jordan, from Hoffstatter, scored the lone goal of the third period. Hofstatter earned the hardhat for his efforts. Back on the ice the next day in Richmond, the Cougars got off to a sluggish start, allowing a quick goal. The Cougars came to life after that for
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a convincing 6-1 win. Emily Mulville sent a superb pass from behind the net to Umpherson for the first Cougars goal. Less than a minute later, Sawyer Jones scored his first goal of the year. Jakob Noonan assisted. Matthew Cardinal was on fire and he notched the next two goals, both set up by defenceman Josh Armstrong. Reesor, from Jordan and Kalil Bailey, finished off the Cougars scoring. Armstrong’s efforts were acknowledged with the hardhat. Back on the ice in Perth, the Cougars had a rematch with the Carleton Place Kings and the Cougars posted a 4-1 win. The Kings put on the pressure in the first period, but Greaves was strong between the pipes. It only took 28 seconds for Reesor, from Jordan and Bailey, to light the scoreboard. Midway through the second, Umpherson had a dandy chance with the puck hitting the post. This created a rebound that Anderson nabbed. His high shot clipped the crossbar and bounced into the net. In the third, Cardinal’s hard work in the corner paid off and he carried the puck to a good scoring position and buried his shot. Jones and Armstrong assisted. Finally, with less than a minute left, Mullville, converted passes from linemates Anderson and Umpherson for the final goal. Mulville received the hardhat.
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(Above) Two skiers compete in the 20-kilometre cross-country ski race during the 38th annual Tay Valley Loppet, held at Murphys Point Provincial Park on Jan. 30. (Below) A competitor glides downhill during the race. About 60 racers took part in the Loppet, which held four races catering to all ages and ability levels. Geoff Davies photos
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Fundraising fish fry this Saturday The Legion/Knights of Columbus fun day curling is on Feb. 27 and the sign-up sheet is on the sports board, as well as in the curling rink and the Knights’ club room. Donations of food are required to assist in our fundraising fish The Riverview Seniors meet on fry on Saturday, Feb. 19. If you can Feb. 8, from noon to 4 p.m., and donate some bread rolls, relish, Feb. 9 is Veteran’s appreciation butter, Crisco oil, or dessert squares, please contact Ted Moss For results, at 613-267-6994. check the Another euchre day is planned Courier for this Saturday, Feb. 5, at 1 p.m. classifi eds All are welcome to join in.
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of the coin. Among those of us who are called Christians, there are some undeniable divisions. Some of the divisions are rooted in history, with distinctive rituals and traditions that die hard. Some of us are divided by different interpretations, others by church ordinances, and still another segment by the charismatic leaders they follow. There is one major fault line, one exclusive division that cuts across all religious institutions, all denominational groupings, and all ethnic and socio-economic demographics. There is no neutral ground. We are on either one side or the other. This division is between those of us who are trusting in our performance to gain divine favour, and those who are depending on Christ and his work alone to make them acceptable to God. Yes, we’re united, but I think each of us needs to clarify on which side of the big division we find ourselves.
Sunday, Feb. 6 celebrating the 5th Sunday a er Epiphany 8 a.m.: said Eucharist; 10 a.m.: Choral Eucharist with Children’s Time and Sunday School (following the SPARK storytelling curriculum) In the St. James lower hall (accessible from Beckwith St.) 2nd Saturday of the month: Community Dinner 3rd Thursday of the month: 5:30 p.m. with supper: Messy Church for young families Fridays starting 5:30 p.m.: Skater Church
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I have a friend. A very dynamic church minister, who on more than one occasion, has teased me openly that I may be a Free Methodist now, but when we get to heaven we will all be “united.” You wouldn’t have guessed that he is a member of the United Church of Canada, would you? But he’s right. The divisions that seem to plague the Christian world, those denominational boundaries that separate us now, will evaporate in the blazing glory of Christ’s celestial presence. Glorified Christians will be united forever. What I can add is that Christians, people who profess devotion to Jesus Christ around the globe, are united now. Our union is seen in the name we assume, the name of Christ. Yes, we are all “Christ”ians. United in our common dependence on the Judeo-Christian Scriptures, The Bible, united in our acknowledgement of the Apostle’s Creed, united in ex-
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Sunday, Feb. 6 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship, Holy Communion. Rev. Frank Morgan. Sermon: “Christ the Bread of Life” (John 6: 47-51). Nursery provided. All welcome. Wednesday, Feb. 9 7:00 p.m. Bible Study and Prayer. Next Community Dinner Feb. 26 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Donations accepted. Need a ride? 613-267-2023
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Historian Mike Jaques presents his findings on Col. Christopher Myers to the crowd at the Perth Historical Society meeting on Jan. 19. Kassina Ryder photo
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The man credited with ensuring Perth’s first settlers had enough food to make it through their first winter also had the highest point in town named after him, according to researchers. “We’re starting this journey back at the very beginnings of Perth,” Mike Jaques told the crowd at the Perth Historical Society meeting on Jan. 19. Jaques, a member of the Lanark County Genealogical Society, and an Archives Lanark Board member, said Col. Christopher Myers is the man that recommended rations be given to the settlers of Perth in order to help them survive the winter of 1816, also known as the “year without a summer.” A volcanic eruption in Indonesia in 1816 created unusually cold weather throughout Canada, Europe and the United States, destroying crops. After an archaeological dig took place beside Perth’s lawn bowling club in 2008, Jaques said he and other researchers began finding documents referring to the area as Mount Myers. Letters and deeds going back to the 1830s refer to the 2,500-square-foot block cornered by Craig,
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Harvey, Beckwith and Drummond streets as Mount Myers, though none of the researchers had ever heard the name before, Jaques said. That’s when the search for information about Myers began. Myers was born in County Down, Ireland, in the 1770s, though his family was from Cumberland, England. He sustained a strong military career, stationed in Barbados until being promoted to Deputy Quartermaster General of “both Canadas” (Upper and Lower Canada) in 1811. Over the course of his career, including during the Battle of Queenston Heights in the War of 1812, Myers encountered many men that would later settle in Perth. After being wounded at Fort George, Myers was treated by Dr. Alexander Thom, who would settle in Perth in 1816 to become the town’s first physician. He also encountered Capt. Alexander McMillan, a member of the Glengarry Fencible Corps, and, later, a deeds registrar in Perth. Myers also met Capt. George Fowler, who would later become the superintendent of Perth. Jaques said as Deputy Quartermaster General, Myers likely visited the new settlement of Perth in the winter of 1816. He then wrote a report and recommended rations be given to the settlers until the following June. Jaques said he believes these men, and others, prompted the decision to name the highest point in Perth after Myers. “After this research, I’m convinced it was named after Col. Myers,” he said.
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Lanark County’s poets perform at Factory Grind BY KASSINA RYDER kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com Some of Lanark County’s most talented poets gathered at the Factory Grind on Jan. 21 to perform their best spoken word poetry. Ten poets participated in the slam, organized by the Lanark County Live Poets Society, or LiPS. Two of the youngest participants were only 12 years old, including Perth’s Nikki Stiller. Stiller won second place in her first slam two months ago, and placed second again during the slam at the Factory Grind. “I used to lie up on my roof and write poetry,” she said. “I just started sticking with it.” Stiller came to the slam equipped with her own fan base, made up of her father, Ralph, and grandmother, Shirley Kargakos. Ralph said he is amazed at how quickly his daughter’s writing has developed. “She just started writing and then, boom,” he said. “I’ve seen her write up a poem in less than 15 minutes.” Kargakos agreed.
“To say she just started, I’m very impressed,” she said. Purchasing Nikki a new laptop for Christmas this year was well worth it, she added. “She just gets on that laptop and produces something,” Kargakos said. “It was a good Christmas gift.” Every poet must perform twice during the slam, according to the rules. Poems must be less than three minutes and are scored by judges from the audience. LiPS was created by Danielle K.L. Gregoire, who held a series of slams in 2008 to form a team to compete at the national Canadian Festival of Spoken Word and Poetry Slam competition in Calgary. Lanark County was the only rural team at the competition. “We’re the only rural slam scene that competes at the national level,” said organizer Tammy MacKenzie. “It is the voices of people who live on the fringes,” Gregoire said. Since then, another rural Ontario team has started up. “It’s spreading,” Gregoire said. “We’re growing the scene.” The event at the Factory Grind also featured a guest poet from Ottawa. Originally from
British Columbia, 21-year-old Christopher Tse was named the best poet on the team that won the Capital Slam poetry competition last year. Tse said MacKenzie invited him to the slam at the Factory Grind, so he loaded up a borrowed car with a couple of friends, who also performed, and headed to Perth. Tse said Lanark County poets are some of the best he’s seen. “I just really love the vibe that’s coming out of this area,” he said. “A lot of good poets come out of here.” Anyone who wants to perform poetry should just get up and do it, Tse said. “In Ottawa, we have a saying,” Tse said. “We poets do what we do to show you that you can do it, too.” MacKenzie encouraged any budding poets in the area to come out and perform. “We want to see you out here, young or older, closet or published, if you have a poetic soul, come on out,” she said. Stiller said though she was nervous, she believes everyone should give performing a try. “I’m still kind of shaking,” she said after her performance. “If
the Factory Grind beginning in you try it, it’s amazing.” MacKenzie said the group is March, including a monthly slam, planning to host other events at or other spoken word, event.
Ottawa’s Christopher Tse performs as a guest feature during the LiPS poetry slam at the Factory Grind in Perth on Jan. 21. Kassina Ryder photo
Big Brothers Big Sisters welcomes new case worker BY ANDREW SNOOK andrew.snook@perthcourier.com Rhonda Low knows the importance of social programs. The 38-year-old, single-mother of two teenaged boys has had to rely on these services to make ends meet from time to time, so as a new case worker for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County, she brings a unique perspective to the position. “I’m very excited,” Low said. “I had no idea how excited I would be, certainly the momentum is growing by the day.” Low is no stranger to Lanark
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County. She grew up in Smiths Falls, lived in Fallbrook for six years, worked at Herbal Magic in Perth for seven years, and until recently, worked at the Carleton Place and District Youth Centre (CPDYC). “I’d say I’m pretty well connected to the surrounding communities in Smiths Falls,” Low said. “I’ve definitely made a lot of connections within Lanark County, both professionally and personally. It’s a great place to live. It also gives me insight to the types of services our communities need.” Low graduated from Algonquin
College’s social service worker program, taught at the Perth campus, in 2008. “I got hired (at the CPDYC) right after I graduated and held a few positions there,” she said. “I finished up as the program director, I was extremely fortunate to have such a good position right out of college.” Jennifer Miller, executive director of BBBS, said Low spends every Wednesday working out of the BBBS Perth office at Jewel’s Gently Used Clothes, overseeing the in-school mentoring program and the recruitment of new big brothers and sisters.
“She’s a great lady,” Miller said. Low said she always saw herself in a career where she would be helping people in need. “I’ve always been the sort of person that everyone goes to for help,” she said. “I kind of always knew I would send up in this field, it just seemed like a natural. It’s always a little scary to go into a new job, but I’m certainly glad I made the change. I want to do the best job I can at representing the organization. I know they have a great name in the community and I’ll do what I can to help the organization and the children.”
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