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Municipal drug strategy meeting A meeting about substance abuse is scheduled to take place on Feb. 11 at Beckwith Township Hall. The municipal drug strategy committee will be hosting its sixth networking day called, “Getting to the Core,” an educational event focused on drug prevention. Registration and refreshments will begin at 8:30 a.m., and the program will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a light lunch included. Beckwith Township Hall is located at 1702 9th Line in Beckwith Township, the corner of 9th Line and Highway 15 at Blacks Corners. There is no charge to attend. For more information, contact Lianne Arndt at lianne.arndt@ healthunit.org or 613-345-5685, ext. 2316.

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Getting animated The Youth Action Kommittee is showing off its latest project this Thursday. 2

Fighting addiction Painkiller addiction has become a problem in Lanark County, and area residents are looking for help. 4

Going national St. John Catholic High School students are trying out for the National Ball Hockey Team. 19

BY KASSINA RYDER kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com Perth’s Gavin Marshall is one member of a group that has put in a conditional offer to purchase Code’s Mill on the Park Inn and Spa. Marshall is the chairman and chief executive officer of Magenta Mortgage Corporation, which helped finance the hotel when it was built. Marshall said the group has been working with BDO Canada, the company that has been operating the hotel since taking it into receivership last March. The hotel had opened for business in May of 2008. Last spring, one of the hotel’s former owners, John Stewart, told The Perth Courier that the hotel’s creditors had refused to extend the mortgage due to cost overruns and because they said the business wasn’t viable. The Full Monty is now playing at the Myriad Centre for the Arts- Orion Marshall said his group has Theatre until Feb. 20. Andrew Snook photo been working with BDO Canada

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In Lanark County, nearly two-thirds considered overweight: Foundation BY GEOFF DAVIES geoff.davies@perthcourier.com The Heart and Stroke Foundation released its annual Report on Canadians’ Health on Feb. 1, and the results may make your ticker skip a beat. The study found that, while 90 per cent of Canadians rate themselves as healthy, the same proportion have at least one risk factor for heart disease or stroke. “We are overestimating our healthy behaviours and underestimating our tendency to be couch potatoes,” Dr. Beth Abramson, spokesperson for the

Foundation, said in the report, the release of which marked the beginning of “Heart Month” in Canada. For example, about one-third of Canadians report they aren’t physically active in their leisure time. In reality, this is true for nearly half the population. The same is true for the daily intake of fruits and vegetables, with nearly 40 per cent saying they don’t eat the recommended five servings. In reality, 54 per cent neglect this healthy lifestyle requirement. “The fact is that we’re not managing some of the most common and deadly cardio-

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vascular risk factors as well as we think we are,” Abramson said. “We Canadians are living with a false sense of security that could be fatal.” For many, unhealthy lifestyle choices do prove fatal. Every seven minutes someone dies from heart disease or stroke, according to the Foundation. The latest statistics blame cardiovascular disease for nearly one-third of all deaths in Canada each year. In Lanark County alone, nearly two-thirds of people are considered to be overweight or obese, according to the Foundation. Nearly 2,500 people in the county are hospitalized each

year for heart or stroke related reasons. In the report, the Foundation also announced the latest tool it’s offering to help Canadians keep tabs on their health. The Foundation has released a free Smartphone app – called the “My Heart&Stroke Health App” – that allows users to assess their health risks on-the-go, and offers tailored action plans for healthier living. Often, improving one’s lifestyle is as simple as eating more fruits and vegetables, less canned or frozen foods – which are often high in sodium – and ditching the car in favour of a walk.

Bill McDonald ready to represent local Liberals BY ANDREW SNOOK andrew.snook@perthcourier.com Bill McDonald said that he’s ready to represent the Liberals at the next provincial election. The lifelong resident of the Lanark Frontenac Lennox and Addington riding was chosen as the newest Liberal candidate in December, and said he hopes to bring his years of experience as a politician and entrepreneur to Queen’s Park. “I feel strongly I can represent the area,” he said. “I’ve raised my family here and I’ve been self-employed here for 35 to 40 years. I have a self-proclaimed interest in this area, and I know how most people here earn their livings. I would bring a view to Queen’s Park of what the people are dealing with here.” McDonald moved to Sharbot Lake in 1967, and still lives there with his wife Sharon and son David. He brings 18 years of municipal government experience to the table, including nine years as mayor of Central Frontenac and two years as warden of Frontenac County. He has also sat on the library board for 15 years, as well as various other committees. McDonald also brings decades of ex-

perience as an entrepreneur. Apart from working as an elementary school teacher and principal for a short time, he has worked in the forestry industry his entire adult life. McDonald currently owns and operates a logging/forest management company, and for 12 years, owned and operated MacDonald Educational Supply Ltd., a company that sold educational material to schools. He sold it shortly after becoming elected to office in municipal politics. McDonald said that his work experience can bring a unique perspective to the tables of policy makers, particularly regarding forestry regulations, since he sees how it affects residents first-hand. He also said the most important issues that need to be addressed in his riding are cooperation between different levels of government, lowering residential taxes, addressing the area’s aging population’s need for additional recreational opportunities, and economic development. “Smiths Falls, for example, has been hit pretty hard over the last couple years,” he said. “But I see there may be opportunities over the next couple years in the way of the green energy act for the creation of a few well-paying jobs in the area.”

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since it took the hotel into receivership, and an agreement has been reached. While Marshall said Magenta Mortgage Corp. provided financing when the hotel was originally purchased, he said the new agreement is personal and is not being conducted through his corporation. “This project has absolutely nothing to do with Magenta,” he said. “My investment in the project is completely from my own account. “This is completely outside of our core business, but I want to use my resources and talents to foster economic development in this community.” While he would not specify any future plans for the hotel, Marshall said the hotel purchase is scheduled to be completed next month. “At this juncture I would have to say we’re still in the due diligence phase,” he said.

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The OPP arrested a 25-year-old Lanark County man on Jan. 28 and charged him with possession of marijuana and cocaine for the purpose of trafficking. A police taskforce, including canine officers and members of the Emergency Response Team, made the arrest after executing a search warrant at the man’s residence in Drummond/North Elmsley Township. The seizures made include 43 grams of cocaine, 199 grams of marijuana bud, 72 unknown tablets, 22 sticks of blasting dynamite, and one tube of Powerfrac explosive. The potential street value of the seized drugs is estimated at about $7,280. The suspect was later released on a Promise to Appear and is scheduled to appear at the Perth Provincial Courthouse on March 7. Further charges are pending.

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Animation project brings comic book to life BY KASSINA RYDER kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com A comic book written by two Perth brothers was brought to life last month thanks to an afterschool animation program at the Youth Action Kommittee Youth

Centre. Fourteen-year-old Aidan Williamson and his younger brother Connor, 10, wrote and illustrated the comic, which was based on another comic they both loved by Calvin and Hobbes creator Bill Watterson. Aidan said the idea

to make their own version of the story belonged to Connor, who wrote the dialogue for the comic while Aidan did the illustrations. When an animation workshop was offered at YAK, Aidan suggested their book would make a good short movie, and

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Marvelous Man vs. Queen Aryn was born. “I thought, ‘maybe we could turn one of our little comics into a movie,’” said Aidan. Approximately a dozen youth between 12 and 18 years, participated in the project, which took place twice a week from October until January. They created the characters from wire, Fimo and modeling clay, and built props and backgrounds, in addition to making story boards and scripts, said workshop creator Steev Morgan. “It was a pretty ambitious project,” he said. The team then recorded the characters’ voices and paced out the timing of the movie before filming it using stop-motion. Morgan has been hosting youth animation workshops since the early 1980s. He said participating in the workshops teaches kids about the amount of work that goes into creating a movie, even a short one. “They get the idea that all aspects of that little cinematic world have to be created,” he said. Connor was too young to participate in the animation workshop, but he was able to spend one evening at YAK watching the team film the story he had written.

“I thought it was pretty cool to watch them use animation,” he said. Connor said while writing the story, he enjoyed determining what the characters’ next step would be. “I always had to think, ‘who gets hurt, what happened, who’s on top of a cliff,’ it was just really interesting,” he said. Morgan said animation uses skillsets that are also used by many other industries, including science and business. “In the world of movie-making, all jobs are found in the real world,” he said. The workshops were funded by a grant from the Ontario Arts Council, which also provided enough money for the team to share a meal after a hard night’s work. The premiere of the first half of Marvelous Man vs. Queen Aryn will be shown at YAK on Feb. 10 at 6 p.m. The second half is yet to come. “If we finish making this film, we might be able to work on a sequel or something,” Aidan said. Aidan also said he hopes to show the film at his school, North Elmsley Public School, when it is finished. The Williamsons have now finished eight comic books and are currently working on the ninth.

Lanark Highlands council hears concerns Allowing ATVs on municipal roads would endanger lives and could raise insurance rates and taxes for everyone in the county, say two Lanark Highlands Township residents. Beryl Stott and John Baranyi both made presentations during the Lanark Highlands Township committee-of-the-whole meeting on Jan. 25. Some residents have been concerned about the subject after Tay Valley Township formed a task force last month to investigate whether ATVs should be permitted to operate on municipal roads. In her presentation, Stott told councillors that statistics show how dangerous operating ATVs on roadways can be. Almost 45 per cent of ATV deaths in 2007 took place on municipal or township roads, according to an OPP report Stott used in her presentation. Manufacturers also warn riders not to operate ATVs on any roads, including dirt or gravel roads, Stott said. The Ontario government, not the township, should make the decision, she also said. “That’s where it belongs, at the provincial level,” she said. Baranyi said his research showed that insurance rates would go up if ATVs were allowed to operate on municipal roads. Sharing the road with ATVs would increase the risk of accidents with vehicles, which would drive up insurance costs, he said. He also said enforcing a bylaw would require more resources

paid for by increased taxes. “Do we increase taxes to have increased enforcement?” he asked. Stott said allowing ATVs access to Tay Valley Township roads sets a dangerous precedent that could affect other townships in the area. The township would be liable should accidents occur, which is why Stott said she was disappointed there was no representative from the insurance sector in the non-voting membership of Tay Valley’s ATV task force. The task force is made up of council members and ATV owners, along with representatives from the OPP and the township’s public works department who are not eligible to vote. Stott said she was also disappointed there were no nonvoting representatives from the environmental sector or people in favour of other forms of transportation, such as bicycling. “I also feel that active transportation is getting left out of the picture,” she said. Both Baranyi and Stott said they were also concerned about the effect ATVs would have on the environment. Coun. Bob Sutcliffe asked Stott about the difference between snowmobiles and ATVs, in terms of damage caused to the land. Snowmobiles “are on snow, they don’t have the same environmental impact,” Stott responded. Baranyi and Stott said they would request to bring their concerns directly to council if a bylaw was passed in Tay Valley Township.

Const. Ojo Tewogbade, a 32-year veteran of the Toronto Police Service, hands the Torch of Life to Perth Mayor John Fenik outside the Town Hall on Thursday, Feb. 3. Tewogbade is accompanying the Torch on its 500-kilometre journey from Ottawa to Toronto, a trek aimed at raising awareness of Sickle Cell disease and support for a recent federal bill to improve its treatment. Geoff Davies photo

Torch of Life stops in Perth BY GEOFF DAVIES geoff.davies@perthcourier.com The Torch of Life made a stop in Perth last week as it continued its 500-kilometre journey from Ottawa to Toronto, raising awareness for Sickle Cell Disease in light of a recent federal bill aimed at improving treatment for the affliction. Const. Ojo Tewogbade, a 32year veteran of the Toronto Police Service, who is helping to carry the symbolic flame, passed the Torch to Perth Mayor John Fenik outside the Town Hall on Thursday, Feb. 3, after running

from Carleton Place earlier that day. The timing of the Torch’s journey, which will end at Queen’s Park in Toronto on Feb. 17, aligns with Black History Month as well as the recent tabling of Bill C-605, a private member’s bill aimed at improving treatment of the disease. Sickle Cell Disease is a hereditary blood disorder that results in anemia and intermittent blood vessel blockages. It can result in episodes of extreme pain, organ failure and premature death. “The myth in the past has always been that Sickle Cell

is something that only affects black people, but it’s not so,” Tewogbade said after arriving in Perth, adding that it currently affects at least 100,000 people in Canada. A comprehensive treatment plan, such as the one proposed by Liberal MP Kirsty Duncan’s private member’s bill, is needed because at present, Toronto General Hospital is the only one in Canada offering treatment to adults. Tewogbade and other run organizers stayed in rooms donated by the Code’s Mill Inn in Perth before continuing on to Smiths Falls the next day.

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Restoring justice BY KASSINA RYDER kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com A program that aims to help heal the damage caused by crime within the community, rather than through the court system, needs more volunteers, organizers say. The Lanark County Community Justice Program is a community-based organization that brings those accused of crime together with the victims and supporters for a face-to-face meeting that focuses on ways to “repair the harm,” said executive director Joellen McHard. The meetings give both the accused and the victims a chance to talk openly about what happened, said McHard. “The accused gets the chance to give an apology,” she said. “I think there is so much power in an apology. In court, you don’t get that.” Victims also get the opportunity to explain how the crime affected their lives. For example, McHard said if a youth had been accused of breaking into an elderly person’s home, the person would get a chance to tell the youth of the fear they have had to live with since the incident. The youth would then have a better understanding of the far-reaching consequences of criminal activity. “They don’t get what an impact that would have,” McHard said. “In our program, they find out.” The group then determines ways the accused can compensate the victim. For example, if someone stole a wallet, that person might agree to do all the paperwork to replace identification and other items the wallet had contained, McHard said. The agreement must be unanimously approved by everyone involved and is legally binding. Once an agreement is reached and the terms are completed, officers and lawyers are informed that it is no longer necessary to pursue charges. If the accused does not comply with the agreement, their case is sent back to the court system, McHard said.

Individuals accused of a crime can be referred to the program if his or her lawyer speaks to the Crown lawyer involved in the case and gets approval. If the case gets referred, forum co-ordinator Sheri Halladay then contacts the victims of the crime and asks if they want to participate in a meeting, said Christine Peringer, board treasurer and a facilitator of 10 years. If they agree, Halladay then assigns the case to a team of facilitators. Two facilitators and an observer co-ordinate and conduct a meeting between all parties, including their supporters and other community members who were affected by the crime, Peringer said. “It’s about healing the harm done to the community,” she said. People interested in becoming a volunteer facilitator have their applications reviewed by a Crown lawyer and must pass a police records check prior to being trained, McHard said. If the application is approved, they receive two days of training before becoming an observer. They then spend time observing sessions and attending monthly facilitator meetings before tackling their own cases, McHard said. The program currently handles between 50 and 60 cases per year throughout the county and more facilitators are needed, she said. “It’s a bit of a challenge covering all of our cases right now,” McHard said. “We have an exceptional group of volunteers, but we need more people to keep it going.”

More about the program The program is funded through the Ministry of the Attorney General. The agreement requires the organization and the steering committee which is made up of local justice partners and chaired by the Crown, to train volunteers to become facilitators. Volunteers must pass a criminal records check, be approved by the ministry, take an oath of confidentiality and sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the ministry.

WRESTLING WESTPORT WALLY Breanna Kelly (left), 8, and Lily Bedore, 9, battle Westport Wally, the groundhog, on Saturday, Feb. 5, in Westport. In addition to tussling with Wally for king of the mountain, children enjoyed hot chocolate, popcorn, horse rides and stories. The Groundhog Day event was hosted by The Cove. Andrew Snook photo

GWM Foundation to host Black Tie Bingo Have you ever hollered “Bingo!” while wearing a tuxedo or an evening gown? Well, your chance to do so is coming up – and it’s all for a good cause. The Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation is hosting the area’s first Black Tie Bingo on April 9 at Code’s Mill as a fundraiser to purchase state-ofthe-art equipment for the Great War Memorial (Perth) site of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. “We were looking for a fundraiser that would be a little different and a lot of fun,” said Bob Chaplin, foundation chair. “We have some very generous sponsors who will help to make this event a big success and ultimately contribute to a better quality of life in our community.” This first annual event kicks off at 5:30 p.m. with a reception followed by an auction, dinner and seven games of bingo. There is a prize for each game, and the value of those prizes increases as the night goes on. The foundation is also planning to have about

half a dozen auction items. The tickets, which include the reception, auction, dinner and bingo games, cost $100 each. Only 200 tickets will be sold, so be sure to get yours early in order to be part of the fun. “Our committee has put together a fantastic evening of fun, fabulous dining and great prize packages to be won by playing official games of bingo,” explained Margot Hallam, foundation executive director and event co-chair. “We’re continuing to seek sponsors for funds and prizes to make this one of the most unique, exciting fundraising events in Perth,” added Gord Cowie, foundation director and event co-chair. Proceeds from the event will support the campaign to fund Computers on Wheels for the GWM site of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. Organizers are hoping the event will raise more than $22,000 required for the machines. These are more than just computers. They can be at the

patient bedside and improve care by allowing nurses and other healthcare providers the opportunity to stay with the patient for longer periods to perform charting normally done at the central desk. The computers can record the vital signs and update medical records of patients right at the bedside. Staff can also look up test results and initiate progress notes, and the real-time component increases efficiency while decreasing the possibility of transcription errors. “The ongoing and incredible work being done by the foundation is very much appreciated,” said Todd Stepanuik, president and CEO of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. “We are indebted to the Foundation for their unstinting financial support.” Sponsorship packages and tickets for the Black Tie Bingo event are now available on the foundation website at www. gwmfoundation.com, by calling the office at 613-264-0638 or by e-mailing mhallam@gwm foundation.com.

Town wants to split rental fee loss with Chamber, BIA BY CATHY JAMES Perth Courier Perth councillors remain conflicted about the town’s proposed rental fee exemption, which would exempt groups that provide an economic benefit to the Perth community. To ease the financial implications, the Town of Perth plans to approach the Perth and District Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Perth Heritage Business Improvement Area, asking these groups to equally split the revenue lost from the exemption. Discussions to exempt rental fees came following a request from the Quebec-based company, Vélo Québec, as they plan to bring 2,000 cyclists to town for one night in August. Vélo Québec asked the town to waive its rental fees to use the town’s equipment

and facilities. Last month, director of community services Shellee Evans outlined three options for council’s consideration for Vélo Québec’s request. The town could stick to its rental policy fee or give a one-time deal and waive the fees altogether for this group. The third option would amend the rental bylaw, exempting rental fees for groups that bring an economic impact to the community. Based on 2010 numbers, the town would lose an estimated annual $15,000. Councillors approved the third option, asking Evans to develop criteria on what meets economic benefit to the town and report back to council. Evans handed council a report at its Feb. 1 committee-of-thewhole meeting, outlining criteria for a group’s eligibility for rental fee exemption.

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She provided two options for council’s consideration. The first would limit the number of class exemptions to the current bylaw to groups who provide evidence of creating significant impact, while option two would limit the exemption to groups that provide evidence of creating good economic impact. In other words, option one provides support to large events while option two supports both large and small events, making it easier for groups to meet the second option’s criteria. Option one limits the number of class exemptions, which would maintain some rental income for the town. Evans estimated the town would lose about $5,000 per year. Evans noted that events such as the Festival of the Maples and the Festival of Good Cheer may not qualify under the first option, as they have to meet seven of the

10 criteria listed. On the other hand, option two would increase the number of exemptions, but reduce potential rental income for the town. Coun. Beth Peterkin put her support behind option one. “It’s asking people to be accountable, and I certainly support this proposal,” she said. But Mayor John Fenik brought it back to the taxpayers. “This is good for business, but it’s not good for our tax base and we, as a corporation, are losing money,” he said. “We can’t keep on cutting stuff in the name of economic development and pass it along to our taxpayers.” Fenik added he doesn’t want to force residents to spend money in order to help businesses benefit from the fee exemption. Since businesses will benefit from this policy, council contemplated whether the Chamber of

Commerce and BIA would equally split the revenue loss with the town. Should the town annually lose $5,000 in rental fees, the Chamber and BIA would each pay the town $1,666 to make up for the loss. Coun. Judy Brown asked staff to explore this possibility with the two groups. “We would like to review funding options with the Chamber of Commerce and the BIA for this type of initiative,” she said. Deputy Mayor John Gemmell agreed. “I would like to see them buy into it,” he said. “At our visioning session everyone was talking about economic development, including the chamber.” Council didn’t approve either option and won’t do so until staff contacts the Chamber and BIA, asking to partner with the town, and split the lost revenue equally.

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The Corporation of the Township of Lanark Highlands is seeking proposals from qualified firms/individuals to provide contracted maintenance services for the 2011, 2012 and 2013 summer seasons for the Vincent Hall Memorial Ball Park in McDonald’s Corners. Copies of the Request for Quotation (RFQ) may be picked up at the Municipal Office and can also be found on the Township website under Important Notices.

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NOTICE – Interim Tax Bills The interim tax bills have been mailed. The ﬁrst installment date will be February 28th, 2011. If you have not received your interim bill or there has been changes to your billing information such as an address change, please contact the Tax Department at the Township ofﬁce.

Blue Boxes & Composters can be purchased at the Municipal Ofﬁce.

Deadline for submission of the proposals is 4:00 pm on March 11 , 2011. Submission instructions are included in the RFQ. The Township of Lanark Highlands reserves the right to reject any or all Quotations at its sole discretion. For further information contact: Township of Lanark Highlands Scott Norton, Acting Community Services 75 George Street, Lanark, ON K0G 1K0 T: 613-259-2398 ext. 227 F: 613-259-2291 E: snorton@lanarkhighlands.ca www.lanarkhighlands.ca

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Blue boxes: $7.90 each Composters: $50.85 each These items are offered for sale on a ‘cost recovery’ basis: the retail prices are the municipality’s actual cost plus HST. Please note: ‘old bag tags’ are no longer accepted in trade for blue boxes, composters, or tipping fees as of the deadline of Dec. 31, 2010.

Commissioner of Oaths A number of staff members, by virtue of their office, are “Commissioners of Oaths”. If you require the service of a Commissioner of Oaths, you must make an appointment. Once an appointment is made you must come to the Municipal Office in person and provide personal identification that includes your photo and signature. There is a fee of $5.00 for this service. Please note that a “Commissioners of Oaths” is not the same as a “Notary Public”. If you require a notarized signature, please contact your legal counsel.

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The anatomy of addiction BY KASSINA RYDER

three drugs of choice for students. The study reported that almost 18 per cent of students had tried opioid painkillers recreationally in 2009, while 12 per cent reported smoking. “For the first time ever, this other drug has taken over as a drug that is being used improperly,” Barr said.

kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com When Philip (whose name has been changed to protect his identity) visited an Ottawa emergency room for an infected tooth, he didn’t realize he would spend the next eight months wondering if he was now addicted to the Percocet he had been prescribed. While Philip had already been prescribed Tylenol 3s for pain associated with a surgery from a few years before, Percocet seemed to deliver better pain relief and made him feel less sick. He now receives a regular prescription of Percocet from his own doctor in Smiths Falls, who Philip said warned him about the risk of addiction and has been actively monitoring his use. Even so, Philip said he now fears what will happen if he tries to quit. “I worry that I’m going to have to keep being on them to function,” he said. “Do I stop taking them and deal with pain, or do I become an addict, or am I already one?” Philip said he often fears he is now addicted. “Sometimes when I feel a craving I ask myself, ‘am I really in pain, or is it the addiction?’” Addictions to oxycodone-based painkillers like OxyContin and Percocet are increasing in Lanark County, prompting an advocacy group to hold a public meeting in Perth last month. More than 130 individuals attended the meeting, which was organized by the Canadian Federation of University Women, said advocacy chair Elisabeth Kuiper. “There are a lot of people who can relate to this issue,” Kuiper said. “Right now, it’s an epidemic.” Kuiper is right, according to Health Canada. Opioid addiction rates have become so high in Canada, the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care has developed a tracking system to monitor prescriptions, which is scheduled to be launched this summer. A study published last month in the medical jour nal Open Medicine found patients covered by the Ontario Drug Benefit

Keeping perspective

Non-prescription painkiller use had surpassed tobacco smoking in a 2009 survey of Ontario students. Kassina Ryder photo Program were frequently being over prescribed opioids such as oxycodone and codeine. The study looked at prescription use between 2003 and 2008. ODB coverage includes people more than 65 years of age and people on social assistance. “Our study found that patients covered by Ontario’s public drug plan were very often being prescribed opioids on a long-term basis, frequently at doses that far exceed the amounts set out by Canadian clinical guidelines,” said lead author Tara Gomes in the study. Gomes is an epidemiologist at the Institute for Evaluative Sciences. Use of painkillers, such as OxyContin, doubled between 2003 and 2008, the study also stated. Another study, published in the Canadian Medical Association Jour nal in 2009, found that deaths from oxycodone increased fivefold after it was added to the list of narcotics covered by ODB.

Explaining an addiction There are theories about why addiction to painkillers has increased, said David North, executive director of TriCounty Addictions Services. They include pharmaceutical companies marketing OxyContin as a safer alternative to codeine and morphine, and doctors pre-

scribing the drug more often, he said. As a result, OxyContin can be found in more and more households, giving recreational drug users easy access to a highly addictive drug. Christine Bois, opioid project manager for CAMH, said a lack of guidelines for doctors lead to over prescribing opioids. While national guidelines now exist, Bios said for some people, the damage has already been done. People who received pills for pain may find they can’t quit the drug after their pain is gone. “If you take OxyContin for three weeks every day, at the end of those three weeks you will experience withdrawal,” she said. “You may not want to continue taking the drug at all, you may not have any pain left. You’ve become physically dependent on the drug.” Drug dealers noticed oxycodone and began distributing it illegally, North said. Students also began taking notice, said Jennifer Barr, a program consultant with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Almonte. A survey of Ontario students in grades 7 to 12 found that nonprescription opioid use had surpassed tobacco use in 2009. Alcohol, cannabis and tobacco had traditionally been the top

While North said he has seen an increase in the number of people seeking help for painkiller addiction in Lanark County over the last five years, alcohol addiction is still the most prevalent. North estimated approximately 14 per cent of clients at Tri-County Addictions Services are addicted to painkillers, compared to the 70 per cent addicted to alcohol. “Alcohol remains the most damaging of drugs we see,” he said. “Alcohol remains the drug of choice and the drug of greatest expense for individuals and the community.”

Getting help A methadone clinic will soon be available in Westport, said Westpor t Villa g e Phar macy owner Paul Hellier. The clinic is a partnership between the pharmacy and Dr. Elaine Riddick, who plans on holding the program on Thursday evenings. Hellier said up until the clinic was established, patients had to travel to Ottawa, Kingston or Brockville to get a prescription for methadone, which they could then use at pharmacies such as the Perth Downtown Pharmasave. The pharmacy is able to dispense methadone to 30 individuals every day, and there is a waiting list, said phar macist Rebecca Bellamy. Bellamy said Perth needs its own methadone clinic to keep up with demand. “What they need is a methadone clinic,” she said. “The pharmacy isn’t open on Sundays, we close at 5:30, so that’s why we aren’t really able to service a lot more people.”

Hellier said the new clinic in Westport will give local residents the help they need to quit. “Most clients on methadone are decent people who have got jobs and want to function as part of regular society and they should be given that chance,” he said. “I think the methadone program allows that.” Clients on a methadone program must follow a set of strict rules, including travelling to their prescribing doctor’s office for random drug tests. Having a clinic in Westport will allow clients to visit a prescribing doc-tor closer to home, instead of having to travel to the city, Hellier said. Methadone pro g rams can be the answer for many people addicted to painkillers, he added. “You can see a change in an individual who comes onto the program, often within weeks they flourish with a normal personality,” he said.

Other options Not everyone will require methadone to quit taking painkillers, North said. He said some clients described withdrawal as the most horrible case of the flu they have ever had, but said the worst is often over after three days. “You feel like you’re going to die, and then you don’t,” North said. Kui p e r s a i d c o m m u n i t i e s need to work toward reducing the social stigma associated with addiction. Addiction needs to be seen as a medical problem, rather than a moral one, she said. Philip agreed. “That’s the thing, addiction has such a negative connotation,” he said. “What about the people that have to do this?” Hellier said focusing on help, rather than blame, is the key. “When people say it’s their own fault, I have a lot of empathy for people that become addicted,” he said. “I’ve never met a client who want to be addicted.” Kuiper said people need to be aware there is help available. “If you find yourself addicted, there are answers,” she said.

Still time to sign up for healthy competition BY NEVIL HUNT

next three months in a friendly battle of the bulge. The Slim till You Win com-petiIf everyone loses, everyone tion was launched on Feb. 3 in Lanark County, with a Renfrew wins. Lanark and Renfrew counties event scheduled for Feb. 10. are going head-to-head for the Almonte and District High

School (ADHS) played host to Lanark County residents who plan to lose more weight than their Renfrew County cousins before the final weigh-in on April 28. “I challenged the warden of Renfrew County,” said Lanark Warden Sharon Mousseau as she filled out a registration form. Mousseau isn’t sure what the wager with Renfrew’s Bob Sweet might be. “I haven’t got that far yet,” she said, adding she’s very confident Lanark will come out ahead. “We’re gonna beat the pants off them.” Pe r t h M ayo r Jo h n Fe n i k already knows what’s on the line. “I have issued a challenge to all the reeves and mayors,” he said. “Lose the most and I’ll buy you dinner at the Stone Cellar (in Perth).” Beyond local politicians, Slim till You Win has drawn plenty of Lanark County Warden Sharon Mousseau has challenged her Renfrew interest from the public. County counterpart to a healthy competition. Slim till You Win is a “We hoped for 100 people in friendly weight-loss event open to the public and there’s still time to each county and looks like we’ll register. Nevil Hunt photo get well over that number,” said nevil.hunt@metroland.com

Lanark County Emergency Medical Service deputy Chief Ed McPherson. If you missed the launch, there are four locations offering signups on Feb. 10 and 17, between 6 and 8 p.m., except as noted: • Almonte and District High S ch o o l , 1 2 6 M a r t i n S t . N. , Almonte, • The Heritage Community Fitness Centre, 2 Maple Ln., Carleton Place, • Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute, 299 Percy St., Smiths Falls, (5:30 to 7:30 p.m.), • Tay River Reflections, 279 Canal Bank Rd., Perth. Michele de Margerie, an MD with FrancoForme, at the Ottawa Heart Institute, pumped up the audience at ADHS, congratulating them for taking part in the competition. She said people who suffer heart attacks are usually very motivated to make changes in their life, while those who haven’t been close to death may take heart health less seriously.

“You don’t have that scare with you,” she said of people who take their heart for granted. De Margerie said adding even small doses of activity to your day can make a difference to your heart. She said even the time-challenged can fit in 15 minutes at lunch and 15 minutes before dinner. “That 30 minutes a day can cut heart disease risk by 40 per cent,” she said. She suggested everyone remember the “talk test,” which dictates that someone be able to hold a comfortable conversation while being active. And if you feel tired after a short period of activity – even five minutes – she said you can take a rest and then go on. “You will improve with time and do the whole 30 minutes,” she said. “You’ ll be amazed. Everyone’s going to win.” For more information, attend a registration session, or call Melissa McInnes at 613-735-7288, ext. 501.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Perth’s deteriorating dams need new life: RVCA

BY CATHY JAMES Perth Courier

The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority continues its quest to fix Perth’s deteriorating Haggart Island dams, urging council to commit a budget line for the reconstruction. RVCA’s Bruce Reid attended the Town of Perth’s committeeof-the-whole meeting Feb. 1 to outline to council why the town should upgrade the two weirs, how much it could cost and who would foot the bill. The Haggart Island Dams are located on the Tay River and were constructed in approximately 1971. These dams are comprised of two separate and independent dams – the Haggart Island Dam and the Tay Road Dam. The Haggart Island Dam is located on the south arm of the Tay River just off Mill Street, while the Tay Road Dam is located on the north arm, beneath the Rainbow Street Bridge. Last year the RVCA conducted an aquatic habitat and hydraulic study on the dams, and Reid presented this report to council last October. At last week’s meeting, Reid reiterated why council should consider a dam restoration, as opposed to a removal. “If we removed the dams, it would have undesirable ecological impacts and would still require significant investment in river engineering work,” Reid warned. He added the benefits to a dam reconstruction range from aquatic habitat support to hydrometric monitoring to maintaining cultural heritage value. This project doesn’t come without numbers. Reid suggested the town complete the job in two phases, the first of which would fix the smaller dam beneath the

Streetlights and parties: Wilson Street reconstruction nears end BY CATHY JAMES Perth Courier

The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority is urging Perth council to commit funding for the reconstruction of the town’s deteriorating Haggart Island dams. Kassina Ryder photo Rainbow Street Bridge. Estimated at $279,000, the bill would be split three ways. The province would cover half the cost, while the town would contribute $93,000 and the RVCA would pay the remaining $46,500, which comes from a reserve. Following the phase one completion, Reid suggested they tackle the larger dam within the next three to five years. He estimated this project would have a $600,000 price tag. COUNCIL RESPONSE With promised provincial dollars, Mayor John Fenik said the town should jump at the chance to fix the dams. “This makes perfect sense,” he said. “We should seize this opportunity with the province promising money before the election.” Coun. Judy Brown asked if

there would be funding committed from the province and RVCA for the project’s second phase. Reid outlined how the RVCA has $136,000 in reserves specifically for this project, which means they would commit the remaining $90,000 in the reserves for the second phase. But he didn’t make any promises on the province’s behalf. “With the (Ministry of Natural Resources), there is no guarantee,” he said. Deputy Mayor John Gemmell asked Reid if the RVCA would be willing to contribute its entire reserve to the first phase. Reid said he would bring it forward for the RVCA’s considerations. “But we don’t want to be heavy on the front end,” he said. Council passed a motion to consider the dam reconstruction project in this year’s budget deliberations, set for Feb. 26.

New light fixtures now line the Wilson Street corridor, bringing the construction project that much closer to completion. According to director of environmental services, Grant Machan, 95 per cent of the new light fixtures have been installed and will be operating by the end of March. Machan presented a report to council at its Feb. 1 committee-of-the-whole meeting, outlining the Wilson Street reconstruction status. Following the streetlight installation, further projects planned for this year include the parkette at Sunset Boulevard and Wilson Street, as well as landscaping and driveway matching and traffic control lighting at the Canadian Pacific crossing. Machan notified councillors that the Downtown Revitalization Committee formed a subcommittee, the Wilson Street Greening Group, which will work to beautify the passageway to downtown. “Their premise is to take the landscape and put the polish on the project,” he explained. “This group is partnering with groups and residents along the corridor to make this happen.” Under financial matters, Machan reported the town’s contingency fund sits nearly six per cent lower than the allotted budget. “Following an evaluation by municipal staff and support

staff from Novatech, the contingency costs to date are at 2.13 per cent, well under the eight per cent set by council,” Machan’s report stated. “As discussed at the outset of the project, a normal construction contingency of 10-15 per cent was recommended. Due to staff support, we are very pleased that the project will be completed on time and within budget.” Councillors commended Machan for the project’s success. “This is an incredible job, my congratulations,” said Coun. Judy Brown. PETERKIN PIPES UP ABOUT STREET PARTY There are fewer better ways to celebrate the Wilson Street reconstruction than to host a party. That’s the message Coun. Beth Peterkin sent to fellow councillors following Machan’s report. She reminded them how last summer, in the heat of the construction, council said they would host a street party once Wilson Street was back to full operation. “We could have a street party before the busy summer season,” she said. “We could have people out to enjoy the street.” She said the Downtown Heritage Perth Business Improvement Area as well as the Perth and District Chamber of Commerce initially expressed support for this party. Town staff members were asked to approach the two organizations to determine if they would be interested in hosting a partnership party.

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35th Annual Festival of the Maples Saturday, April 30th, 2011 This year marks the 35th annual, and the committee is hoping to make it the best Festival of the Maples yet!

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Sweet and Sticky Weekend in Perth We are so excited to announce that Nevis Estate and Drummond House in Perth, and The Rothwell Stone Cottage and The Roberts House in Westport, along with the Stone Cellar Restaurant are coming together to provide a fabulous weekend package for those coming in from out of town! Thousands of people come to Perth for this one day event. We would love to see them stay a little longer, and experience the delicious food and the warm hospitality that Perth and district has to offer, as well as getting a chance to check out some of our local merchants in a more relaxed atmosphere the next day. We are going to be providing welcome packages to all who book at one of the B&Bs … if you think that you have something that would be perfect in the welcome package, let us know, we’d love to include it!

Festival Dinner at the Stone Cellar The dinner at the Stone Cellar is being offered as part of our Sweet and Sticky package, but is also open to anyone in Perth and District who wants to savour the deliciousness of Lanark’s finest Maple Syrup … keep your eyes open for more information on this yummy way to cap off maple syrup season! Information on tickets and menu will be coming soon.

Sponsorship Packages: This year, we are looking at finding new ways to provide our generous sponsors with even more value for their sponsorship dollars. Our new sponsorship categories are: Grade AA -- $800.00 + hst • Grade A -- $500 + hst • Grade B -- $300 + hst • Grade C -- $100 + hst

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We thank all of those who have already so generously become sponsors of this year’s Festival Perth Courier/Metroland Media • EMC Performance Printing • Scotiabank • A & B Ford Sales Limited Mike Fair Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac Ltd. • Rivington Rally Honda • Town and Country Chrysler Crain’s Construction Limited • 3M Canada Inc • Perth Portable Toilet Rental Crain & Schooley Insurance Brokers Ltd. & Financial Corporation • Lake 88.1 Jade Transportation Services • Ryan Communications • Lanark Leeds Homebuilder’s Association

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Volunteers Needed for Festival of the Maples on April 30th With the Perth Festival of the Maples quickly approaching, the organization of the event is well underway and details are starting to fall into place. In its 35th year, The Festival of the Maples would not be as successful as it is without the assistance of VOLUNTEERS. Each year, the Festival committee is appreciative of anyone who is interested in helping on the day of the event. You don’t need to give up your entire day; only a couple of hours to help make this year’s Festival as fantastic as years past. This year the Festival is on Saturday, April 30th. Greg Hallam is organizing the volunteers for the Festival this year and would be grateful to anyone offering a couple of hours of his/her day. Please give Greg a call at 613-267-7029 or email Greg at greg@summitsecurity.ca

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“AFTER 5” Gives Back To The Community The Chamber hosts several events throughout the year, providing its members with various opportunities to network. As we enter into 2011, we are thrilled to announce our newest event; “AFTER 5”! We will be offering these networking opportunities 3 times/year; February, spring and fall. Members have an opportunity to showcase his/her business while hosting the “AFTER 5”. Please contact the Chamber to reserve your spot: 613-267-3200 When: February 24, 2011 • Time: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Where: Perth Physiotherapy, Catherine Ball, 3 Beckwith Street East, Perth • Cost: $5.00 Catherine will graciously be providing wine and cheese and beer at the event. The Chamber and Catherine will be donating all proceeds from the event to Catherine’s choice of charity; Queen Elizabeth School Council

Chamber Commissions Report on Economic Development to Town of Perth The Chamber commissioned a report on Economic Development that was written and presented to Town Council by Chamber member Laurel Smith on January11, 2011. The report was then discussed at the town’s visioning session on January 22nd. The issue of Economic Development will be further discussed at the Town’s budget meeting on Sat. Feb. 26th. You can find the report at: http://perthchamber.com/meet-our-board/meet-our-committees/economic-development/ To show your support of this important initiative, please contact your Town Councillor (contacts can be found at: www.perthcanada.com) and submit letters to the editor to the Perth Courier (jason.marshall@metroland.com) and EMC (cmust@perfprint.ca).

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EDITORIAL OUR OPINION

It’s time to end this pain in the gas W

hen the rubber hits the road, rural residents always pay. In this provincial election year, the reigning Liberals would be well advised to take a serious look at the glaring inequities in its gas tax policy. Waiting for an election campaign to right a wrong is a tact employed by parties of all stripes, so residents of this riding can only hope there will be a gas-tax epiphany over the coming months. So has the Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (EOWC) which identifies access to provincial gas tax for municipal roads as one of its fiscal priorities for 2011. At present, the federal gas tax goes to municipalities, but the province only gives money to municipalities with transit systems. The EOWC is advocating for a fair share of these provincial gas tax revenues for local roads and bridges. “These are essentially our ‘transit system’ and warrant sustained, ongoing financial support from gas tax revenues,” says the EOWC priority report. When you live in rural Ontario, driving a vehicle is generally your only option. You are hostage to your environment. And the more you drive, the more provincial gas tax you pay, only to see that money siphoned off to transit services in larger centres. It is, in so many ways, the very definition of inequity. The provincial government was once a major player in local roads projects, often offering 80 to 100 per cent funding. Those days are gone. The EOWC meanwhile notes that eastern Ontario was forced to take over financial responsibility for nearly 40 per cent of former provincial highways downloaded in 1995 and 1997. As it properly notes, “This burden remains a major stress on municipal roads budgets.” In a fair world, the gas tax paid by rural residents would be invested back in the municipalities where that revenue was generated. Action, or inaction, on this issue will demonstrate the provincial government’s true commitment to our riding and rural ridings everywhere.

Local Landmark

In this space each week, we will feature a photo of local interest. Be the first to correctly identify the location or item in the picture by emailing editor@perthcourier.com with the subject line, “Local Landmark,” and your name will be printed in next week’s paper! Stephen Crain correctly identified last week’s local landmark as the Crain and Schooley building on Gore St. This week’s local landmark is found on the property containing one of Perth’s oldest houses.

Long, long ago

ong, long ago, in the days when tennis players didn’t make those weird, grunting noises whenever they hit the ball, I grew up along a leafy avenue in Surrey, a short bus ride from Wimbledon. Later, long after I left, this corner of what was known as the stockbroker belt was snatched up by London in a tax grab. In more recent years Ottawa caught on to this and took over a variety of little communities way out of town. It always makes me smile when we drive past a sign saying “Ottawa” in the midst of trees and fields. Not a glimpse of a building, let alone a skyscraper, government building, museum, etc., in sight. Not even a house. But maybe they have an earnest little group of civil servants huddled somewhere, trying to find a way to make trees pay taxes. I’m glad I grew up in more innocent times when we used to say “Golly,” or “Crumbs!” instead of “ohmygod” when something surprised us. Governments worked quietly behind the scenes and hadn’t taken on the breathtaking “American Idol” style decision-making rigmarole leading up to voting day. Who to vote for? Oh the agony of it. They all seem so faulty, if their opponents are to be believed. True, you’ve always had a choice. My mother was true blue, pinning up a poster of Winston Churchill in our front window as voting day approached. Then my left-wing dad would

Betty

BENDELL Settled In come home from his job in the city and rip it down. It didn’t turn into a shouting match, just a gentle reminder to my brother and me that there are two sides to decision making. Nowadays, I lean to the right while my brother back in England can’t seem to find anyone left-wing enough for his taste. My childhood may have taken place during war-torn World War II, but we still enjoyed nature walks and simple pleasures such as word games, all managed without high technology. Few folk even had telephones until my mother took the lead in our neighbourhood. She was also the first to own a television but, by then, I was away serving in the Women’s Royal Naval Service, where, among other things, I ran the Southern Command library.

Thank goodness, in view of my total lack of knowledge about what makes computers work, we had to mostly rely on the mail to make contact with the outside world. Mail, which arrived next morning, or three days later if it went overseas, was reliable. As I write this, well over a month after Christmas, we are still getting cards from overseas relatives. So our kitchen has a few slightly out-of-place Christmas reminders on top of the refrigerator. Meanwhile, both my computer and dear husb’s are currently are having hissy fits, leaving unfinished work in limbo. He very kindly spent all day yesterday twiddling with the one I’m using to write this column, so let’s just hope that when I press the “Send” button it doesn’t fly off into space. Well, I guess it does that anyway, but usually manages to zoom back to the recipient. And it is easier to use than a typewriter, so I must reluctantly recognize it as a modern-day improvement. But if we question the reasons for the way the world is heading these days, I wonder what answers we’ll get. After all, since we have apparently progressed through many stages from amoeba, what will be the next stage in our development? Maybe global warming and high tech will drive us all underground, only communicating via computers. Hey, maybe it’s already happened on Mars! Now there’s a thought!

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wear a bright red winter coat and a black hat. I used to think it was a good thing – I show up in the snow if I get lost in the woods and my kids can spot me in a crowd. Up until recently I believed my coat was a bit of a safety feature – especially when crossing busy intersections. Now I’m wondering if it’s more like a red flag in a bull ring and the drivers are the angry bulls. This is all loosely tied to a recent struggle I’ve been having with boundaries. As our kids get older they naturally want and need more freedoms and responsibilities. My generation is prone to that phenomenon known as “helicopter parenting,” which is when we tend to hover around our kids a little more than they need. I believe other generations would have called it “over protective” or maybe even “super crazy ridiculously over protective.” Honestly, though, it seems that every time I decide to lighten up, something freaky happens. I believe, for example, Boychild is old enough to walk home by himself, but I usually travel with him and his buddies because I still pick up his little sister. She’s in Kindergarten and gets out first, so we wait around for the boys. Lately I had been thinking Girlchild and I could probably start ahead home and let him walk on his own or with his friends. There are some pretty busy streets to navigate on our route, which has always been a bit of a worry. Still, Boychild’s no dummy. He knows the rules and our trusty

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GRAY Past Deadline crossing guard Lloyd is there to get him across the first hurdle, Wilson Street, so I was seriously contemplating this freedom. One day last week I was walking ahead with Girlchild and some other kids and Boychild was lagging behind with his buddies. As we approached the intersection of Isabella/Leslie and Wilson Street, I decided Girlchild and I would go ahead across and the guys could catch the next light. As we were crossing, though, I turned to see Boychild and his friends running at top speed to join us. “Lloyd,” I said, beckoning back, “there are four more coming.” So there’s Lloyd, standing in the middle of the road with his bright orange safety vest and stop sign. We still had the walk signal, although it started to flash as the boys hit the street. I, wearing my bright red coat, was not quite to the other side.

That’s when some moron in a dark-coloured car apparently decided he’d had enough with the waiting and with obeying these silly laws and proceeded to turn left from Leslie and head north onto Wilson, driving between Lloyd and me just as the boys got to the middle of the street. If I had not turned and yelled “Whoa!” they just might have connected. Lloyd leapt towards the car and tried to stop him, but the driver kept going. At least one person in the line-up of vehicles waiting for the green light in order to continue south on Wilson hollered a few choice words at the driver. My crew and I got to the other side of the street and stood for a moment. “Well, gang,” I said, as my heart knocked around in my chest like a trapped bird, “I guess from now on we cross as a group.” I didn’t add: “...so then the idiot drivers can just kill all of us at once and get it over with.” We were all a little shaken up, including Lloyd. You have to be a special kind of person to do the job he does. I bet there are times when he’d like to jump through car windows and grab some drivers by the neck. The fact that he doesn’t is admirable – although I worry about his blood pressure. Sadly, this isn’t the first time something like this has happened. I can’t decide whether I should change the colour of my coat or simply be a helicopter parent forever. I know one thing for sure: it does no good for my pedestrian kid to know the rules of the road if someone in a car is going to come along and break them.

If you have an opinion, we’d love to hear it. Email your letters to the editor to editor@perthcourier.com. Share your thoughts. Don’t be shy.

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COMMUNITY LETTER

Over-wintering bluebirds

he voice on the telephone sounded similar to many of the other callers that we talk to during the course of a normal week, people reporting the sighting of some unfamiliar or different bird. Of course, one of the problems we encounter during such conversations is the caller’s level of bird experience. As an illustration, I’m thinking of the time I drove six miles over rainfrozen country roads to rescue an injured tropical parrot that had been blown north by an early winter storm. Luckily, I didn’t wreck my station wagon that day and I did rescue the bird. Yet looking at that small colourful falcon with its stout bill, it was not too difficult to understand why this concerned caller had mistakenly thought that it was a member of the parrot family. Can you imagine my reaction then when the woman’s voice on the other end of the line said pleasantly, “We have four bluebirds feeding at our place.” “Blue Jays,” I answered,

invitation, we went to Delta and saw the birds. Why some bluebirds occasionally winter in our northern climate is not known. What we do know, however, from our own experience, is that several factors influence this hardy behaviour. Because they are berry eaters at this season, an abundance of small, winter-persistent fruit is a prerequisite. Trees like mountain ash, juniper (red cedar) and flowering crab apples, along with shrubs such as cotoneaster, sumac and wild grape vines are the main sources. Unfortunately, hordes of unwelcome starlings sometimes gobble up the bluebirds’ winter fare. The other essentials for bluebird winter survival are nearby cavities (nestboxes) for night shelters and an open water source. In the case of sheltering nest-boxes, we advocate leaving the old nests in place all winter, then cleaning them out in early March. You see, other wintering birds such as chickadees and nuthatches also appreciate the insulating

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qualities that these old nests provide. And having studied the habits and habitat of bluebirds since 1959, I believe a nearby fresh water source in the winter is very important. In fact, our first experience with a wintering bluebird in 1965 in St. Catharines proved that one of the easiest ways of providing water was in a garbage can lid with a light bulb placed under it and supported on an insulted tire. In recent years, much effort has been made to feed wintering bluebirds with special suet/peanut butter/cornmeal mixtures, but so far our results in this regard have proven negative. The lady who called about the bluebirds has tied sumac and mountain ash twigs to the juniper tree, hung out strings of raisins and cranberries, and provided chopped suet and apples on the ground along with an ice-free water source. Let’s hope these efforts help bring these hard-pressed birds through the winter because bluebirds still need all the help that they can get at all seasons.

Kudos for clearing sidewalks of snow Dear Editor, As a walker-about-town, I would like to express appreciation for the prompt and thorough clearing of sidewalks after a major snow storm. It may seem routine in Perth. But other places where I lived were either too small to have a plough, too big to cover the area or too warm or dry to have much snow. Only Peterborough, where I grew up, ploughed all the sidewalks. I miss the horse of course. Otherwise I am very grateful. Frank Morgan, Perth

Corrections A cutline for the photo “Putting on the Full Monty” on page 14 of last week’s issue of The Perth Courier contained an incorrect end date for the Full Monty. The show runs from Feb. 4 until Feb. 20. In Bob Mayhew’s letter to the editor in last week’s issue of The Perth Courier, words were acciden-

tally left out of the second sentence in the second last paragraph of the letter. It should have read “Perth could also soon use even another street connection to Highway 7, especially if we continue to attract more businesses and homeowners north of 7 and expand tourism to its fullest.” The Courier regrets any inconvenience these errors may have caused.

If you have a news tip, let us know. Call us today at 613-267-1100.

Municipal Connection www.perth.ca Important Snow Removal Information

The municipality (Environmental Services Department) endeavours to perform winter maintenance of streets based on the Province of Ontario’s Minimum Maintenance Standards. Streets are plowed in priority, based on traffic counts commencing with main arterial roadways and ending with local streets. Public safety and vehicle conveyance is the main priority of the winter control department. Private snowplow contractors are urged not to place snow onto or across municipal roadways when cleaning driveways. The Ontario Highway Traffic Act states: “No person shall deposit snow or ice on a roadway without permission in writing to do so from the Ministry or the road authority responsible for the maintenance of the road. R.S.O. 1990, c. H.8, s. 181.” Contact the Environmental Services Department if you have additional questions regarding winter maintenance at 613-267-3311. Similarly the Perth Fire Department reminds all residents not to shovel or pile snow around municipal fire hydrants. It is imperative that the hydrants are in plain view at all times so fire fighters can access them for water supply in case of a fire. Commercial building owners as well as snow plow contractors are also reminded to keep a large area around the hydrants free and clear of snow and ice. Municipal crews clear the area around each fire hydrant after snow storms, however with over 250 hydrants in Town, the municipality depends on property owners to keep the hydrants close to their homes and businesses free and clear. Make sure you shovel around the gas meter on your home so it doesn’t freeze and there is adequate room for the meter to ventilate. Contact the Fire Department at 613-267-5574 for more information on this or any fire prevention question you may have.

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.”

Notice to all Building Owners, Managers and Tennants This notice serves as a reminder to all building owners, building managers and obligated tenants of their responsibility under the Town of Perth Property Maintenance and Occupancy Bylaw #3322. Build-up of ice and snow on roofs of buildings must be removed in a timely, controlled fashion. When this hazard cannot be immediately removed, there are barricades available to alert pedestrians of the potential overhead danger. A limited number of these barricades are available at the Crystal Palace next to the municipal parking lot in the Basin area. These are only to be used as a temporary solution until such time as the ice and snow is safely brought down. Once this has been done, these barricades must be returned back to the Crystal Palace. If you are still in possession of any of these barricades from past years, please return them. Also, ice and snow on ﬁre escapes and ﬁre access routes to buildings must be kept clear. This needs to be done as often as necessary to ensure that safe access and egress from a building is provided for all building users and emergency services personnel. Thank you for your continued efforts in keeping Perth a safe community in which people can work, live and play.

and throwing on a fun, quirky sweater to show your support for the planet. Readers are encouraged to visit the World Wildlife Fund’s website at www.wwf. ca to read more on how to participate, celebrate and raise awareness of global climate change. In February Council will ratify their support of the Annual WWF Earth Hour initiative, encouraging residents to turn off their lights on Saturday, March 26th, 2011 from 8:30pm to 9:30pm. Earth Hour has become a massive global movement - a demand for world leaders to take action on climate change. Lights at Town facilities will be turned off during the event, where feasible. Again, visit the www.wwf.ca website for ideas on how to participate and celebrate Earth Hour.

BUDGET DELIBERATION MEETINGS – RE-SCHEDULED Please be advised that the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Perth has cancelled two Special Committee of the Whole Budget Deliberation meetings scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 15 and Thursday, Feb. 24, 2011. These meetings have been re-scheduled for: Saturday, February 26th, 2011 9:00 a.m. 80 Gore Street East, 2nd Floor, Council Chambers All residents and property owners are welcome to attend. For more information, please contact Lauren Walton, Clerk, 80 Gore St. E., 613-267-3311.

TOWN OF PERTH COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATION NUMBER D13-AC-01/11

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Perth Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing in accordance with Section 45 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, (as amended), on Thursday, the 24th day of February, 2011, at 11:00 a.m., in the Town Hall, 80 Gore Street East, Perth, Ontario. THE PURPOSE of the application is to consider a proposed relief from the landscape buffer requirement for a parking area in the Institutional (I) Zone through a minor variance in accordance with the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, as amended. The application also requests an authorization for an outdoor bake oven in accordance with section 42(2) (b) of the Planning Act. THE EFFECT of this application would be to permit a reduction in the landscape buffer requirement for a parking area from 4.5m to 2.25m to facilitate construction of an enlarged loading area that requires the relocating of parking spaces. The application would also permit an outdoor bake oven as an accessory use. THE SUBJECT LANDS are located on the west side of Gore Street, are described as PT Lot 2 N Halton Plan 8828, Parts 1-4 RP 27R 7640 and are municipally known as 190 Gore Street in the Town of Perth. THE KEY MAP below indicates the location of the lands subject to the variance application. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the application is available for inspection between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., weekdays in the Planning Department at the Town Hall. Please call in advance to ensure that staff will be available to assist you. ALSO TAKE NOTICE that signed, written submissions shall be accepted by the Secretary-Treasurer prior to, or during the hearing and such submissions shall be available for inspection by any interested party. In addition, if a party, who is notiﬁed, does not attend the hearing, the Committee can proceed and the party is not entitled to any further notice of hearings. Key Map 191

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A COPY OF THE DECISION will be mailed to those persons who attend or are represented at the hearing and those who have ﬁled a written request with the Secretary for Notice of the Committee’s Decision. Dated at the Town of Perth This 2nd, day of February, 2011. Eric P. Cosens RPP, M. Sc., Director of Planning Town of Perth, 80 Gore St. E. Perth, Ont. K7H 1H9 Tel: 613-267-3770 • Fax: 613-267-5635 E-mail: ecosens@perth.ca

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Aquatics Manager – Perth and District Pool (3-Year Contract Position) Bring your demonstrated management skills and experience to the Town of Perth, a community of approximately 6,000 in Lanark County renowned for its heritage architecture and quality of life. Reporting to the Director of Community Services, the Aquatics Manager will be responsible for the dayto-day management and operation of the Perth and District Indoor Swimming Pool. Key responsibilities include: • Acts as the designated “Operator” in accordance with O. Reg. 565 made to the Health Promotion and Protection Act, as amended from time to time. • Coordinates and implements aquatic programming in accordance with the approved policies of the Town. • Develops new programs to meet the needs of the community, including developing specialized therapeutic programming for persons with disabilities. • Prepares, monitors, and ensures compliance with the approved annual operating budget. Controls and supervises all expenditures and revenues. • Initiates appropriate fundraising programs. • Develops short, medium, and long-term capital plans for the facility in concert with the Sr. Superintendent of Parks and Facilities. • Provides on-going guidance and support to pool staff regarding all aspects of program delivery and customer service. • Ensures that all aquatics staff maintain appropriate qualifications. Acts as a technical resource person. • Plans, coordinates, oversees and ensures that proper equipment and safety protocols are adhered to by all staff and pool users. • Oversees and coordinates the recruitment, training, scheduling, certification, re-certification and performance of employees of the facility. • Oversees and coordinates the administration of the facility, including, but not limited to, scheduling facility operations, contract management, etc. • Responsible for the maintenance of the pool, including chemistry, climate control, cleanliness, and related maintenance, in compliance with all federal, provincial, and local regulations, policies, and guidelines for the operation of a public swimming pool. • Develops and maintains records of operational facility usage; monitors and maintains inventories of pool equipment and supplies. • Prepares statistical reports on a quarterly basis or as otherwise directed. • Represents the Perth and District Indoor Swimming Pool at various community and/or business meetings; promotes existing and new programs and/or policies. Preference will be given to those candidates with a Degree/Diploma in Recreology, Marketing, Business Administration or related field who possess at least 3 years management experience, preferably in a municipal setting or equivalent. The ideal candidate will also have advanced knowledge of First Aid and CPR. Having an Aquatics background is not a requirement of the position. This is a 3-year contract position offering a competitive salary (2011 rates $25.13 to $29.53 per hour) and benefits. At the end of the term, there is a possibility that the position will be made permanent. A full description of this position is available on the Town’s website at www.perth.ca. Individuals interested in this position should submit their resume and covering letter, no later than 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 22nd, outlining how their skills and experience match the position requirements, to: Jan McFadden Town of Perth, 80 Gore St. E., Perth, ON K7H 1H9 Phone: 267-3311 x 2242 jmcfadden@perth.ca • www.perth.ca We thank all applicants who apply for the position; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be

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Help Wanted

Superintendent of Utilities The Corporation of the Town of Perth is seeking the services of a Superintendent of Utilities to be responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance and records management for the water treatment plant, water distribution system, and wastewater collection/ treatment operations. The successful applicant will supervise a dedicated staff of operators and perform the statutory duties associated with the provision of safe drinking water and wastewater treatment to ratepayers. The successful candidate will be a strong advocate for the community and key member of the management team of the municipality. Reporting to the Director of Environmental Services, the successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: • A minimum of 5 years of directly related experience, with at least a minimum of 3 years recent supervisory experience, including responsibility for quality assurance, testing, recording keeping, liaison with suppliers, budget responsibility and supervision. • Graduation from a 3 or 4 year post secondary program of study in a related field. • Considerable computer experience is required for this position, including MS Word and Excel. • Provincial certification to the level of the Water Treatment Plant (Level III) and/or Wastewater System (Level II) is preferred. • Valid Ontario Driver’s License is required. The Corporation of the Town of Perth offers a competitive salary and a benefits package. The position is placed on the “G-1” Panel (2011 hourly rate $31.37 to $38.51). This is a forty (40) hour per week position, requiring flexibility for some evening and weekend work as well as participating in the “on-call’ rotation.

Administrative Assistant – Environmental Services The Corporation of the Town of Perth is seeking the services of an Administrative Assistant-Environmental Services to provide clerical support to all staff within the Environmental Services department. This position is a permanent full-time unionized position reporting directly to the Director of Environmental Services while supporting the staff within the department. The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: • Graduation from a post-secondary institution with training in Office Administration or equivalent with three (3) years experience in a professional environment. • Versatile and strong interpersonal skills necessary to react to the varied range of duties within the mandate of the Environmental Services department. • Strong research and clerical skills necessary to assists in the preparation of standardized templates, documents, spreadsheets, and databases necessary for the tracking of operations in the Environmental Services Department. The Corporation of the Town of Perth offers a competitive salary and a benefits package. The position is placed on the “C” Panel (2011 hourly rate $19.81 to $23.60). This is a 36.25 hour per week position. Perth is an award winning Heritage and Tourism Community, with a significant emphasis on the quality of life of our citizens and visitors. For further information regarding our community, please visit our website at www.perth.ca. Applicants are invited to submit clearly marked covering letters and resumes by Tuesday February 22, 2011 at 1:00pm to the attention of: Janice McFadden, Payroll Clerk Corporation of the Town of Perth 80 Gore St. E., Perth, ON K7H 1H9 Phone: 267-3311 Fax: 267-5635 jmcfadden@perth.ca We thank all applicants who apply for the position; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection and Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipals Act 2001 and will be used only for the purposes of candidate selection.

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a wonderful blend of words that joyfully take us on a journey of discovery,â&#x20AC;? says local author Mary Cook. Come and chat with this charming author over coffee and cake as she shares stories from her book on Sunday, Feb. 13, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Nature Loverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bookshop (62 George St.) in Lanark Village. Eastman will also happily autograph copies of her Rural Ramblings, Growing up Rural or Rural Reflections. Nature Loverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bookshop has invited other interesting speakers and local authors to Lanark this winter until April. Check our website www. natureloversbookshop.ca or call 613-2595654 for details.

For centuries, the music of Ireland has captured the hearts and imaginations of not only the Irish people, but countless people around the globe, with its mystical sound and enchanting melodies. The Magic of Ireland captures the romance and mysticism of the Emerald Isle through an evening of traditional music, song and dance. The sounds heard through the years at harvest celebrations, and family get-togethers, in kitchen parties and at local taverns, are as much a part of Irelandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s culture as are the legends of leprechauns and other magical faerie folk. This show brings to the stage traditional Irish and Celtic music, in an evening filled with fast and graceful dance steps, authentic music and enchanting songs, enhanced with traditional Irish and Celtic instruments. The most exciting thing about the show is the spontaneity the performers bring to the stage. This production is comprised of a young, talented group of dancers and musicians, dedicated to recreating the ambiance, moods and emotions associated with this Irish and Celtic music. The troupeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s energy, enthusiasm and precision have drawn praise from audiences across North America and in Europe. The Magic of Ireland is coming to the Mason Theatre at Perth and District Collegiate Institute on Wednesday, March 9, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $33, and are available from Tickets Please in Joâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Clothes at 39 Foster St., Perth. Discounts are available for children and groups. For more information, call 613485-6434, or book online at www. ticketsplease.ca.

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Contact us at: 1702 9th Line Beckwith RR#2, Carleton Place, ON • K7C 3P2 General Inquiries: 613-257-1539 or 1-800-535-4532 (613 area code) Public Works: 613-257-1810 or 1-800-535-4534 (613 area code) cmoyle@twp.beckwith.on.ca

SCHEDULED MEETING DATES 2011 The Meeting Dates are as follows:

Audiences are feeling the chill at the Perth Studio Theatre these days courtesy of I’ll Be Back Before Midnight, the must-see suspense/comedy/ thriller by Peter Colley. The show features witty dialogue and some genuinely creepy scenes, thanks to creative use of lighting, music, props and sound effects. The final three performances are this weekend, Feb. 11 and 12 at 8 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee on Feb. 13. The show is directed by veteran director David Parry and stars Lucas Tennant, Daniel MacDonald, Paul Roach and Meredith Millman. Tickets can be purchased at the Bookworm, The Book Nook, and Tickets Please. For details, visit studiotheatreperth. com. Submitted by the Perth Studio Theatre.

Local draw winners Perth Lions Club“300 Club” draw Winners in the Perth Lions Club “300 Club” draw for the week of Feb. 5, 2011, were: Glenden Richardson, Bertha Tovey, Ada Thompson, Brent Coutts and Nancy Browman.

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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

Cynthia Moyle Chief Administrative Officer 613-257-1539 1-800-535-4532 613-257-8996 (fax)

SALE OF LAND FOR TAX ARREARS Sale of Land for Tax Arrears by Public Tender, Municipal Act, 2001. For more information see “News” on the Township website.

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Perth Civitan to show Abba The Perth Civitan Club would like to inform the public that phone calls regarding an upcoming show are legitimate. The Perth Civitan Club is host-

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work on the bridge and to support programs offered by the three organizations. The evening starts off with a cocktail and networking hour, including opportunities to visit the displays of the programs of these three active groups and check out the vast array of silent-auction items. A homecooked turkey dinner with all the trimmings will be catered by the Civitan members. After dinner, there will be lots of time to kick up your heels on the dance floor and continue your bidding on the silent auction. There may even be a few surprise activities to enjoy. Some items for the auction so far include a VIA Rail ticket package valued at more than $1,000 and a load of manure for your spring gardening needs. Watch for updates about more unique items for this excellent auction. Tickets are $30 per person and can be ordered by e-mailing bethp@ripnet.com, by calling Peterkin at 613-267-5340, or through local club members. Information is also posted on the Friends website at www. friendsofmurphyspoint.ca. Sponsorship packages are also available and silent-auction donations are welcome. Doors open at 6 p.m. on April 15, with dinner served at 7 p.m. Come and join the hikers, skiers and outdoor enthusiasts of these three clubs and help to build a bridge. The assistance of Ontario Parks and the Perth Civitan Club in this worthwhile project is gratefully acknowledged.

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Three community groups are uniting to raise $10,000 to help rebuild a bridge and to support associated programs they each offer. Bring your appetites and dancing shoes to the Perth Civitan Hall on April 15 and be pre-pared for a great evening of food, fun and frivolity. The Build a Bridge fundraising dinner/ dance is hosted by the Friends of Murphys Point, Tay Valley Ski Club and Rideau Trail Association Central Club. Members of these three groups have used the bridge over Black Creek on the McParlan House Trail at Murphys Point extensively over the years, but when it was washed out in spring flooding, alternatives to specific components of their programming had to be sought. The bridge links the trail to the excavation site for the Friends’ public archaeology program, Archaeo Apprentice, and it is used by the Tay Valley Ski Club and the Rideau Trail Association as part of their trails network and recreation programming. “The bridge was used extensively by hikers, skiers and day program participants,” explained Beth Peterkin, event co-ordinator. “Not only is the physical structure important, it is symbolic of the links we share with other groups that love Murphys Point.” Work on replacing the bridge is underway. To date, Ontario Parks has completed a geotechnical survey for the bridge, and engineering drawings are in progress. Funds raised at the dinner/dance will go towards

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BUCHANAN-BARR FRANCES MAY Tragically at her home on Saturday, Jan. 29, 2011 Frances Tysick of Almonte, age 71 years. Beloved wife of the late Gordon C. Barr and by ﬁrst marriage of the late Bert. A. Buchanan. Dearly loved mother of Norman (Roberta) Buchanan of Perth and Heather Buchanan (Greg Bothwell) of California. Dear sister of Brent (Betti) and Wayne (Hazel) Tysick and Mrs. Joyce Bradley (Gary). Predeceased by her sister Mrs. Fern Rogers and a brother, Charles. Sister-in-law of Raymond (Bunny) Barr of Almonte.

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Roy E. Stuart At Perth Community Care Centre, Perth, following a battle with M.S.A. (the most severe form of Parkinson’s disease) on Friday, Feb. 4, 2011 – one day before his 68th birthday. Roy was a long-time member and past-president of the Perth Lions Club and committee member of the Perth Garlic Festival. Dearly loved husband of Wilma (Scott) Stuart of Perth and loving father of David Scott of Toronto. Dear brother of Eleanor (Sandy) Lipen, Donna (Mike) Richardson and the late Glenn Stuart. He will be fondly remembered by his sister-in-law Inger Stuart, all his family, friends and many colleagues in the Lions organization. Friends paid their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth. Funeral service was held in the chapel on Wednesday, Feb. 9 at 10:30 a.m. In remembrance, contributions to the Lions International Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

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Peacefully, in her sleep, on Saturday, Feb. 5, 2011, at Lanark Lodge, Perth, after a lengthy illness, at the age of 89 years. She leaves behind her beloved husband of 68 wonderful years, Fred Walker, of Perth. Cherished mother of Keith (Lisa) Walker, of Perth, Natalie (Alan) Millman, and Allan (Deb) Irwin, all of Toronto, and treasured grandmother to Bradley (Meghan) Horton, of Kitchener, Heather (J.J.) Millman and Ian (Meghan) Millman, all of Guelph, Sarah (Linsay) Workman and Alana Horton, all of Ottawa, Eric, Owen (Anya) and Joanna Craig and Katie Millman, all of Toronto. Proud great-grandmother to Scarlet Eve. Marjorie will be sadly missed by her dear friends, Les and Joan Homans, of Summerside, Prince Edward Island. Marjorie will be fondly remembered as a respected and dedicated teacher, and Women’s Federation representative in Scarborough for many years. Both she and Fred were world travelers and visited 38 countries in her lifetime. In addition, she was an avid photographer and nature lover who enjoyed woodworking and truly cherished her years with Fred and her family at their cottage on Tasso Lake in Muskoka. To honour Mrs. Walker’s wishes, there will be no visitation hours at the funeral home, however all are welcome to share memories with the family, at Lanark Lodge, 115 Christie Lake Rd., RR 4, Perth, on Saturday, Feb. 12 from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. A Celebration of Life service will follow in the Lanark Lodge chapel, at 2 p.m., followed by a reception in the Ferrier Family Room. Cremation will take place with a private interment at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made in Marjorie’s memory to the Guatemala Stove Project or if preferred, the Guatemala Stove Project Escuela de Sam Nutrition Program. Mrs. Walker’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth, 613-267-3082.

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At 10:45 p.m. on Feb. 4, Mo “…slipped the surly bonds of the earth” on his last posting in London, Ont. Born at Deloraine, Manitoba in 1924, he is survived by second wife Stella; son Don (Catherine Hritzuk) of Yellowknife; daughters Jan (Ron Budgel) of Prospect Bay, N.S. and Jude of Perth, Ont.; stepdaughter Frances (Brian Richert); nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by first wife Bea (McDonald); parents Charlie and Vera; three brothers, Ian (Mary), Jim (Olga) and Norman; and by sisters Ruth (Frank Bawtenheimer), Marge Austin of Deloraine, Manitoba, Grace Levenick of Brandon, Manitoba and Pat Olsen of Kelowna, B.C. Mo joined the RCAF on his 18th birthday, trained as a pilot and flew Lancaster Bombers with 100 Squadron, RAF, out of Lincolnshire, England until the end of the Second World War. Transferring to the RCAF reserve in 1945, he joined the Regular Force in 1948 and served for another 31 years as a pilot and information officer. His last position was Director General Information at National Defence Headquarters. After retirement he began writing and illustrating a newspaper column titled From the Back Pew on visits to churches of all denominations in the Ottawa Valley. A book followed, titled A Month of Sundays, which included Mo’s pen-and-ink sketches of the 70 churches in it. A newsletter editor for more than 50 years, his last was the St. James Times from the parish of St. James Anglican Church in Perth, Ont. He was managing director of, and frequent contributor to, Airforce magazine for several years. Mo was a truly happy and optimistic man. In self-introductions he invariably described himself as a “lucky guy” who had been born into the best of circumstances - a large, happy family, in a small prairie town during the Great Depression in one of the hardest-hit areas of Canada. His “luck” continued when he was “allowed” to fly all sorts of airplanes for the first 16 years of his air force career, then to work in the fascinating world of defence and government information. He worked with the most interesting people, in both government and the news media. He counted his first marriage, his three children and his late-life second marriage as bonuses, and his modest success as a writer and painter more of the same. He recently summed it all up as a great journey.

MICHAEL BYRNE HALAREN Mr. Halaren was born in Perth, summered at Christie Lake, passed away Sept. 15, 2010 in Ottawa after a bravely fought battle with cancer. He was the son of the late Tina Byrne Halaren and Earl Halaren of Peter Street. He is survived by sister Anne. Michael was truly a universal man, possessing a great knowledge of math, science, engineering, music and the arts. He was a brilliant and creative craftsman, as in days gone by. He loved his gadgets, his jokes, his energetic and soulful piano playing, his daring sporting adventures, delighting in the enjoyment and surprise these pursuits brought to his friends. Michael will be missed by his many friends, including Susan Dixon, Elmer Dodds of Perth; Goody of Vancouver; Jeanette Mather and family; Tony, Tara and David; Rose Clarke and son Bernie; John McCool; Tim, Shirley Gilchrist and son Daniel of Ottawa. A get-together to honour Michael will be held at the Gilchrist home in Ottawa. God bless you, Michael. Special thanks to Tania Dorley of the Somerset West Community Health Centre.

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LOOKING BACK 25 years ago

Squeaker vote on downtown core

bylaw which would have paved the way for National Grocers to develop the first phase of the downtown-core project was dramatically defeated on third reading at the regular meeting of town council last week. The bylaw would have amended a site plan control agreement to allow an exit and entrance from Drummond Street to the core property. National Grocers has told the town a one-way thoroughfare is not acceptable, and Mayor Lowell Yorke said this week he believes the project involving National Grocers is dead for 1986, following last week’s vote. The meeting began with about 40 interested citizens in the council chamber and a number addressing council on the core issue. “You meet former Perthites on Princess or Bank Street who say, ‘What are you guys doing giving away that property for a single food store?’” said Dr. Grover Lightford. He urged council to “stand by your guns” and stick with one entrance or exit on

Drummond Street. Fred Bannon and John Willson, representing the chamber of commerce and Perth Business Improvement Association respectively, said their groups voted in favour of giving local businessman Joe Perkins time to develop an alternative plan for the core area. A grocery store of the proposed size would require daily truck shipments and create a great deal of garbage, said Peter Code. “You have done your very best to try to put the proposed grocery store on this site,” Code told members of council, “and it is no shame to admit that the very best efforts have not been able to produce a plan that is good enough for Perth.” On the first reading of the bylaw, the vote was three opposed — councillors James Walsh, Lana March and Wayne James — and the rest in favour. “If we pass this bylaw tonight, we have handcuffed ourselves,” stated Walsh. “Let’s see the Perkins proposal and see how it matches up.”

On the second reading, Coun. Richard Schooley joined the opposition. The second reading passed by a vote of 5-4.

government pays about 80 per cent of fees of students who attend the campus for training and upgrading.

Government to investigate Algonquin student gripes

Shot drinking buddy — gets nine months

The federal minister of manpower and immigration, Flora MacDonald, has indicated to the student body at the Lanark campus of Algonquin College that her department will look into allegations that teacher cutbacks at the facility have resulted in inadequate educational standards. Lanark-Renfrew-Carleton MP Paul Dick contacted the minister of manpower and immigration after a student representative at the college informed Dick that because of teacher cutbacks, education standards at the campus have been deteriorating. “I’ve been in contact with Carolyn Lay (student representative) two or three times regarding this issue,” stated Dick, “and to date I have not received a reply from the minister’s office.” According to Dick, the federal

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emptville biologist Blair Dawson this week advised Westport town council that the Department of Lands and Forests will plant three million pickerel eggs in the Upper Rideau Lake this spring. This information was contained in a report published in Monday’s edition of the Brockville Recorder and Times. Characteristically, Kemptville did not advise the Courier of its sudden resumption of a restocking program. “Oh, this has nothing to do with recent complaints,” Mr. Dawson assured the Courier when queried on the matter. “We’ve been planning to do this all along.”

Agricultural society, town to partner on centre Members of the South Lanark Agricultural Society unanimously decided to co-operate with the town council in an endeavour to build a new community centre, at their annual meeting last Friday night. Mr. E.S. Burchell, retiring president, said that the directors would be pleased to meet officials of the town during the next two weeks to get full details of the cost and size of the building that would be required to meet the recreation needs of Perth and also be of use to the society. If a building was erected, he continued, it would be an asset during fair time if weather conditions were not favourable for outdoor entertainment.

Rural and town fire brigades battle restaurant blaze Unstated damages which will run into thousands of dollars were caused after fire broke out in Michael’s Restaurant, at the junction of Hwy. 7 and the Lanark Road, about 8:45 Sunday night. The rural fire brigade, with fire chief Harry Smythe in command, answered the call, but on their arrival it was found that extra help

would be required. A general alarm was sounded and the Perth Fire Brigade responded, with the pumper headed by acting chief Eric Nixon. The blaze was found to have started in the basement and the firemen confined their efforts to this area and prevented the blaze from spreading to the restaurant. The brigade worked in sub-zero weather for an hour and a half before the blaze was brought under control.

Marching Mothers hold successful blitz

to improve fishing in Lanark County and surrounding district.” Only two readers said, “I am completely satisfied with all that Ontario’s Department of Lands and Forests has done and is doing. Local fishing is as good as ever.” Of the 141 ballots received, 137 showed a check mark favouring the statement: “I would like to see restocking resumed.” There were 129 ballots marked: “I would like to see our conservation officers freed from biological duties so that they can spend more time on law enforcement and other matters.” A total of 127 declared: “I have seen local fishing results drop off from very good to only fair during the past five years or so.” A smaller majority, 98 ballots, declared: “I am NOT in favour of the recent extension of the pickerel fishing season from Dec. 31 to March 31.”

Mrs. John Flett, convener of Perth’s Marching Mothers, told the Courier today that a total of $1,207.16 was collected during Monday night’s “blitz” on behalf of the Ontario Rehabilitation Foundation for the Handicapped. Special thanks were due, Mrs. Flett said, to every one of the 100 mothers who “did their best for a worthy cause,” as well as to Perth BORN citizens who gave so unstintingly Buffam - At the GWM Hospital, to the fund. on Jan. 28, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. William S. Buffam of Fallbrook, Perth coping a son. Hannah - At the GWM Hospital, with long cold snap The extremely cold weather on Jan. 18, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. which commenced three weeks Kenneth Hannah of Lanark, a ago has overshadowed last win- son. ter’s cold weather by quite a mar- Timmins - At the GWM Hospital, gin. In the 1959/60 winter, the on Jan. 23, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. thermometer registered below Edgar Timmins of Perth, a son. zero on only 14 days, while the DIED 1960/61 winter has registered beAcheson - At her home, Perth, on low zero on 25 days. Sunday, Jan. 29, 1961, Mary (MinTelevisions now the norm nie) Foster, wife of the late George More than 80 per cent of Cana- Acheson. da’s households now have a tele- Hogan - At the GWM Hospital, on vision set, the Dominion Bureau Monday, Jan. 30, 1961, Annie Hoof Statistics reported today. gan, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Michael Hogan. Readers weigh in on fishing Palmer - At the GWM Hospital, Ballots sent in by readers, in on Monday, Jan. 23, 1961, William response to the Courier’ request John Palmer, husband of the late for opinions on several vital ques- Jean Allan, in his 94th year. The preceding was originally tions concerning local fishing, published in The Perth Courier of were counted this week. A total of 139 readers said, “I Feb. 5, 1986 as the “25 years ago” would like to see something done news.

A 27-year-old Perth-area man who pleaded guilty to aggravated assault was sentenced in Perth district court on Wednesday, to nine months in jail, by Judge James Newton. James Charles Peters, of RR 4, Perth, was arrested May 10, 1985, following the shotgun shooting of his friend and neighbour, Randy Crowells, 30, also of RR 4, Perth. According to police, the incident took place at the residence of Peters following an argument over a case of beer which had allegedly fallen from the back of a pickup driven by Crowells, in which the accused and two other people were passengers. After several heated discussions, Crowells returned to his truck and drove over the lawn. Peters entered the house and returned with a loaded 12-gauge shotgun. Peters fired one blast through the window of the truck, hitting Crowells in the left arm and left side of the head. After being hit, the victim put the truck in reverse and slammed into the house. Shortly after the incident occurred, Perth OPP officers arrived at the scene and found the victim slumped behind the wheel of his truck. Crowells was taken to GWM Hospital and later transferred to the Ottawa Civic, where he remained for one month. Upon his release, the victim still had 40 shotgun pellets embedded in his arm and four pellets in his head. Police also indicated that Crowells was on medication for the prevention of seizures resulting from the shooting and would probably never have the full use of his arm.

Six million dollars for Lanark Lodge improvements? Recommendations on a feasibility study, which could mean more than $6 million in improvements to Lanark Lodge in Perth, could be introduced to Lanark County council within two months. The study is now being discussed by the homes for senior citizens committee of county council, and the chairman of the committee, Norman Ferrier, hopes to have a recommendation in front of council by February or March. The study was requested by the committee and was commissioned by county council from the fall of 1984 to September of 1985. Ottawa-based Derek-Crain Architects and Planners submitted its findings to the committee last week. The study calls for “a totally redesigned building,” according to Ferrier. If the study is approved by the committee and county council, Ferrier estimates that it would cost “in excess of $6 million to implement everything in the study.” Ferrier said changes will have to be made to the 19-year-old retirement facility on Sunset Boulevard in the future, regardless of whether or not the study is approved. “The roof of the building needs

work and so does the laundry and the kitchen. The kitchen equipment is getting old and so is the laundry equipment. It’s going to cost a lot anyway ... one way or another,” he stated. The focus of the study is to convert the four-bed wards to semiprivate and private rooms, and Ferrier said one of the problems with the study is that $6 million will be spent, but there will be no increase in the number of beds at the facility.

Miss Perth pageant an overwhelming success Organizers of the 1986 version of the Miss Perth pageant are saying that it is one of the best contests ever held. The secretary-manager of the Perth Chamber of Commerce, Jane Kilpatrick, estimated that about 300 people were on hand at the Chamber Winter Ball at Farrell Hall on Saturday to watch 18year-old Julie Paruboczy become Miss Perth 1986. The first runner-up in the contest was Tina Bennett, while Deanne Haughian was chosen as the second runner-up. The Miss Congeniality title was presented to Laurie Adrain by the 14 other contestants. Mayor Lowell Yorke announced the new Miss Perth and presented her with roses, while the retiring Miss Perth, Shauna Goltz, decorated Paruboczy with the crown and sash. The new Miss Perth will spend the year of her reign attending various functions and will be eligible to enter the Miss Eastern Ontario pageant in 1987.

BORN Blair - On Jan. 17, 1986, to Rick and Karen Blair, a daughter, McKenzie Dawn. Deidun - On Dec. 21, 1985, to Joe and Debbie (nee Publow) Deidun, a son, Christopher Joseph. Hannah - On Jan. 17, 1986, to Mark and Millie (nee Thompson) Hannah, a son, Andrew John. Lewis - On Jan. 23, 1986, to Garry and Maureen Lewis of RR 5, Perth, a son, Adam Garry. McDonald - On Jan. 29, 1986, to John and Darlene (nee Skaug) McDonald, a son, Andrew Kyle. Wallace - On Jan. 28, 1986, to Rob and Shirley Wallace, a son, Joshua Robert Elmer.

DIED Fyfe - Suddenly, at Perth, on Friday, Jan. 31, 1986, Evelyn Norris, wife of the late Clifford Fyfe. Horan - In hospital, Perth, on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 1986, Margaret Horan, in her 92nd year, loving aunt of Connie and Shirley Horan, both of Toronto and Frances (Mrs. Herman Carroll) of Montcerf, Que. Marks - Suddenly, in Kingston, on Jan. 29, 1986, James (Jim) F. Marks, in his 38th year, dear husband of Debby Udall of Kingston. McNicol - In hospital, Perth, on Friday, Jan. 31, 1986, Allegra Labelle, in her 75th year, wife of the late John McNicol. Mullin - At the Sudbury General Hospital, on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 1986, Raymond (Ray) Richard Mullin, in his 53rd year, beloved husband of Marline Dixon of Copper Cliff. The preceding was excerpted from the front page of the Feb. 5, 1986 issue of The Perth Courier.

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A gossipy look in the past Author Roy MacSkimming makes a return visit to the Perth Historical Society at its meeting on Feb. 16. MacSkimming has described this visit as a gossipy look at the rather racier side of an earlier, well-respected politician. During MacSkimming’s previous visit in February of 2008, he talked about his novel Macdonald, which was about the last days of Sir John A. Macdonald’s life. Sir Wilfrid Laurier, Macdonald’s principal political opponent, plays a role in that novel. For this presentation, MacSkimming continues with Laurier’s story. MacSkimming’s latest book, Laurier in Love, tells the story of Laurier’s personal life through the eyes of the two women who loved and were loved by him. There was Zoë, steadfast, thoughtful and dutiful, and then there was Émilie, charming, cosmopolitan and intriguing. One was married to Laurier himself, while the other was married to Laurier’s law partner. No details have been found about the actual nature of Laurier’s relationship with “the other woman,” though a series of letters between the two have been published, giving some insight into what could have been a passionate affair.

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HISTORICAL SOCIETY Times Past While this book is told from the perspective of the two women, it is against the backdrop of events, both national and international, of the years covered by the novel – 1896 to 1901. We also wish to mention the Perth Museum’s annual heritage week dinner to be held at Code’s Mill on Feb. 19. The theme for this year, “Home Children,” will tell some of the stories of the children relocated from Great Britain to Canada. Tickets are available from the Perth Museum or a member of the Museum’s

Advisory Panel. The society reminds everyone about our website at www. perthhs.org. Visit it whether you attend our meetings or not. The site describes the society and its purpose. It also contains a variety of facts about Perth and area history, geographic information and photos of the area. You can find out about various events, a walking tour of Perth, and links to other websites leading to research facilities, other local historical societies and museums and genealogical sources. The Perth Historical Society is dedicated to learning about and popularizing our history. It is a forum for discussion and celebration of our rich area culture and heritage. The meetings are open to the public, on the third Wednesday of each month, at 7:30 p.m. in the gallery of Matheson House, home of the Perth Museum at 11 Gore St. E. in Perth. A “Toonie Fee” applies for each meeting. For information, call Ellen Dean at 613-264-8362 or David Taylor at 613-264-0094. Also, visit our web site at www.perthhs.org for additional information about us and other items of interest related to Perth. Article submitted by the Perth Historical Society.

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GOT SNOW? Tina Crawford shovels snow outside O’Reilly’s Pub and Restaurant Wednesday, Feb. 2, in Perth. About 20 cm of snow fell in Perth and the surrounding area. Geoff Davies photo

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Community events bulletin board for the area Thursday, Feb. 10 • Snowshoeing clinics will be held at the Foley Mountain Conservation Area at 10 a.m. Call Rebecca Whitman at 613-273-3255 for more information. Space is limited, so please call ahead. • Film Night International presents My Afternoons with Margueritte (French, PG-rating) at 7 p.m. at Premier Cinema 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 • The Rideau Mellowdears and Edge will perform at the PDCI auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and children under 12 are free. Tickets can be purchased at Shadowfax, The Wordsmith in Westport or by contacting ABC tickets at 613-273-5475, or feb11tickets@gmail.com. • A games night will be held at Tatlock Hall from 7:30 to 10 p.m. It will feature Wii bowling, crokinole, table tennis and cards. Call 613-256-1071 for information. • A bookmaking workshop with Nik Mulder will be held at the MERA schoolhouse in McDonalds Corners from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The workshop focuses on beginner-level bookmaking and students will make a three-hole pamphlet and a soft-cover journal. The cost is $35 for MERA members and $50 for non-members. There is also a small material fee. Call 613-278-0388 or email meraschoolhouse@bell.net to pre-register.

be held at the Perth-Upon-Tay Royal Canadian Legion Branch 244. The featured band will be The Priorities, with other bands performing as well. Doors open at 7 p.m. Admission is $20 and proceeds will be given to the Perth and District Community Food Bank. Call 613-267-3386 or 613-3260504 for tickets. Tickets can also be purchased at the door, depending on availability. • The Rideau Trail Association is hosting a Winter Weekend End-To-End, which departs from Conlon Farm at 8:30 a.m. Call Bill Murdoch at 613-389-3023 for more information. • St. James Anglican Church will host a community dinner from 4:30 until 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

Sunday, Feb. 13 • The Rideau Trail Association is hosting a Winter Weekend End To End, which departs from Conlon Farm at 8:30 a.m. Call Bill Murdoch at 613-389-3023 for more information. • Join us for a roast beef dinner and gospel music concert featuring Sheri Lee Walters (seen in Perth’s Got Talent III), The Asbury Worship Band, and local groups the Clyne Brothers and Lower Lights. All proceeds will go to the Asbury Free Methodist Church Building Fund. This event begins at 6 p.m. at the Perth Civitan Hall. Tickets are available at the church office. Call 613267-2345 for details. • A soapstone carving workshop with David Turner will be held at the MERA schoolhouse in McDonalds Corners from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The cost is $35 for MERA members and $50 for nonmembers. Soapstone is available for purchase. Call 613-278-0388 or email meraschoolhouse@bell.net to pre-register.

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• A wildlife symposium will be held at the PDCI auditorium from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. The event will feature wildlife calling and hunting techniques from experts, including Alex Gouhtro, also known as “Moose Man,” Cam Brownson, host of The Angler and Hunter Television and the Beasley Brothers, hosts of Canada in the Rough. Tickets need to be purchased in advance. Visit www.wildlifesymposium.com for ticket locations. • A single parenting support group meeting will be held at 30 Bennett St. in Carleton Place from 1 to 4 p.m. Free childcare available during meeting. Call 613-2592182 or 1-866-762-0496 to register. • A Valentine’s Day dance will

• The regular meeting of the Prostate Cancer Support Group will be held at 2 p.m. at the Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Cancer Society at Dufferin Square in Perth. • The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 542 in Westport is holding a Valentine’s Day bingo. Prize is $150 and the bonanza is $100. Special prizes are also available. • Get W.I.T.H. It! (indoor walking program) at Maple Grove Public School, Lanark from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 16 • Author Roy MacSkimming will share his insight behind his newest book, Laurier in Love, dur-

ing the Perth Historical Society’s meeting at the Perth Museum at 7:30 p.m. • Get W.I.T.H. It! (indoor walking program) at Maple Grove Public School, Lanark from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 17 • “The Butterfly Fan Club,” also known as the Perth and District Breast Cancer Support Group, will hold a meeting at the Perth Family Health Centre from 7 to 9 p.m. Call Carleen at 613-812-4474. • The Active Seniors Koalition (ASK) will host shuffleboard at 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) will host Line Dancing at Middleville Community Centre at 11 a.m. Call 613-259-5447 for information. • Yoga at Tatlock Hall from 7 to 8 p.m. with certified instructor. Call 256-3453 for information. • The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 395 in Lanark is holding its monthly euchre party at 7:30 p.m. There will be prizes and a light supper will be served.

Saturday, Feb. 19 • A Winter Blues Country Music Dinner/Dance fundraiser will be held at the Perth-Upon-Tay Legion Branch 244 at 4 p.m. Musical guests include Smith and Company featuring Steve Piticco, Wade Foster, Terry Kittmer, Dan Washburn, Ray Donaldson and guest musicians. Tickets are available at Shadowfax, Salvation Army, 40 North St., or call 613-267-7843. $25 each, or dance only $10 at the door. Partial proceeds to go to the Salvation Army Family Centre in Perth. • The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 244 in Perth will be serving pan fried fish and home made fries from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. The meal also includes coleslaw, rolls, dessert and tea and coffee. Tickets are $9 in advance and can be purchased at the Legion Lounge, Brankin’s Pumbing and Classy Cuts. Entertainment will be provided by “Helmets in Spades.” Proceeds will be given to the Accessibility Fundraising Committee. • St. Paul’s United Church on Gore St. will host a community dinner from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome. • A ham and bean dinner and euchre will be held at the Maberly Community Hall. Cards will begin at 2 p.m. and supper will be served at 4:30 p.m. The event

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Sunday, Feb. 20 • St. Paul’s United Church in Perth will host The Capital City Chorus at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 per child or $25 for a family; available at Tickets Please at Jo’s Clothes, at www. ticketsplease.ca, or at the door.

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WINTER ROAD MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS The County Public Works Department is responsible for the sanding, salting and plowing of approximately 565 kilometers of County roads during the winter. These operations are completed by county forces, as well as several private contractors. The County also has Agreements with municipalities to provide winter maintenance on some sections of County road within their geographic boundaries. To report road conditions and concerns that require an immediate response, please contact the Public Works Department as follows: (a) 613-267-1353 or, (b) Toll Free 1-888-952-6275, then press 4, then press 2 Then proceed based on the day and time as outlined below: 1. Weekdays (4:30 p.m. to 8:30 a.m.), Weekends and Holidays Follow the voice mail instructions (press 6) and report the location of the problem, your name and telephone number. The on-call Supervisor will be paged immediately and he will return your call as soon as possible. 2. Weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A Customer Service Representative is available to assist you during office hours. The public is reminded that under the Highway Traffic Act it is an offence to: Park or stand a vehicle in such a manner as to interfere with movement of traffic or the clearing of snow from a highway (Section 170); Deposit snow or ice on a roadway without permission in writing to do so from the road authority responsible for the maintenance of the road (Section 181). Please remember to adjust your driving speed to suit the prevailing weather and road conditions. Thank you for your co-operation. Steve Allan, P.Eng, Director of Public Works The Corporation of the County of Lanark Public Works Department 99 Christie Lake Rd., P.O. Box 37, Perth, ON, K7H 3E2 Phone: (613) 267-1353 ext 3101, Fax: (613) 267-2793 E-Mail: roads@lanarkcounty.ca

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Local players eye spot on national ball hockey squad BY GEOFF DAVIES geoff.davies@perthcourier.com

Hal Cook, a pastor and 25-year golf pro, practises his swing at Golf and the Kingdom, the outreach centre he and his wife Cheri recently opened at 9 Wilson St. Geoff Davies photo

Man of golf and God wants to lend a helping hand BY GEOFF DAVIES

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Hal Cook has been a professional golfer for 25 years, but nowadays he plays blind. That’s because he sees three of everything. A six-year struggle with Graves’ thyroid disease took him to hell and back. Though the damage to his eyesight is lasting, it wasn’t the worst of his suffering, and, as he demonstrates, it’s nothing a little humour – and a lot of faith – can’t overcome. Hal still takes to the green regularly, teaching and playing with the same ability that brought him success on both sides of the border. But now “3-D” – one of several self-ascribed nicknames – lines up his shots and closes his eyes, playing by feel instead of trying to decide which ball he sees is real. Instead of sight, he relies on vision. Once his golf skills funded an oceanfront villa in California. Now they support a one-room suite on Wilson Street, a cozy spot at the intersection with Foster Street in downtown Perth. Recently opened, it’s got a big screen TV, an array of recliners, video games and a golf simulator with wall-sized screen. Everything your average Christian ministry might need. This is the home of “Golf and the Kingdom,” where Cook uses his skills and past struggles to reach out to anyone who could use a hand, whether they’re feeling downcast, defeated, or simply want a friend to chat with. “I’m a pastor, but I’m not here to dump religion on you,” said Cook. “I want to make a friend first. Healing is done through relationships.” Modeled after the drop-in centre they

ran in Hal’s hometown of Picton, Ont., for more than three years, Hal and his wife Cheri recently opened Golf and the Kingdom to take a simple yet multi-faceted approach to personal health. Their approach is threefold, focusing on a person’s physical, emotional and spiritual health. Their programs range from fitness walks and Bible study to support groups for those suffering from depression, with special sessions for youth and teens. Often, though, the Cooks turn to simpler medicines: comedy nights, lessons on healthy eating – Hal says he’s writing a book on the topic – and simply providing a safe space. “My focus in life is to get at the cause of things, not treat symptoms,” Cook said. “Even if it’s teaching a golf lesson to a person who’s got problems with their swing, I’m not just going to put a band-aid on it.” Cook’s says his battle with thyroid disease showed him first-hand how one’s health can slip away in all three ways. He saw his bodyweight drop drastically then balloon again. He went six years with only minutes of sleep each night. He encountered depression and suicidal thoughts, both in himself and those around him. “I understand that pit, I understand that devastation, I understand that pain,” he said. “I’m a living, walking miracle.” “I told the Lord, I said, ‘if I had a choice to live my life over, I’d go through these six years of living hell again, because now I can comfort people like you comforted me.’” Anyone interested in learning more about Golf and the Kingdom, in hitting the green with a 25-year golf pro, or simply in making the Cooks’ acquaintance should drop by 9 Wilson St., or call 613264-8076.

By the end of the month, St. John Catholic High School may be able to boast of three students playing hockey for Team Canada. Ryley Saumure, Josh Timmins and Jeff Laflamme recently received invitations to attend the Under-20 National Team Tryouts in St. Catharine’s, Ont., beginning Feb. 18. If successful, the 18-year-olds could be representing the country in ball hockey tournaments across Canada, the United States and Europe. That’s right, ball hockey. Far from a simple pastime played in driveways nationwide, ball hockey is a competitive sport complete with professional leagues and international tournaments. And with several gold medal wins in recent years, Team Canada is “definitely a dominant force” in the sport, Saumure said. His foray into the game began in 2009, when he helped start the Rideau Lakes Wolf Pack, along with Timmins and Laflamme. Since then, the boys, all Lanark County locals, have played in nine tournaments, and have won four. Last December they were scooped up by the Ottawa 69s in the Canadian Ball Hockey Association draft. “Originally, we went to

St. John Catholic High School students Josh Timmins (on left), Ryley Saumure, and Jeff Laflamme (not pictured) will be trying for the Canadian National ball hockey team later this month. If successful, they could be representing the country in tournaments across Canada, the United States and Europe. Geoff Davies photo these events just for fun, but from there it evolved into this,” said Saumure. They knew they were having a string of successes, but until now they didn’t know they had caught the association’s attention. “I was pretty amazed”

to get the try-out invitation, said Timmins. “I didn’t know there would be scouts or anything. I got this message and was like, ‘oh crap.’” Try-outs end on Feb. 20, and Saumure said the boys should learn the results by the end of March.

SOARING TO A WIN Stittsville Royals players look on helplessly as Perth Jr. B Blue Wings forward Haiden Goltz prepares to shoot into an open net during third period action on Friday, Feb. 4, at the Perth and District Community Centre. Perth defeated Stittsville by a score of 5-1. Andrew Snook photo

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Anne Frank had it right when she wrote, “How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world!” That inspiring sentiment is no more true than in the world of volunteerism. Volunteering is the one place that we all have tremendous power to make real change in the world. It’s also one place where the payoff works both ways. Not only do volunteers get the fulfillment of improving their own community and the lives of others, they also get to put their expertise and skills to good use, develop new skills and experiences, meet all kinds of new people and have the opportunity to develop meaningful friendships. It seems that Ontarians already know all about the perks of being a volunteer. The 2007 National Survey of Giving, Volunteering and Participating (NSGVP) reports over five million Ontarians (47 per cent of all residents aged 15 and above) volunteer their time. This rate is higher than for Canada as a whole. Organizations like Lanark County Interval House simply could not function without these

amazing volunteers. They are the foundation that supports all of the programs and services the women and children of Lanark County need. Volunteer roles at the shelter offer a variety of benefits for anyone interested. No matter your age or availability, there is an opportunity for you to improve lives – including your own. Urgent needs at the shelter include volunteer drivers (fuel expenses are covered by the agency), people to work at the As Good As New Store on Bridge Street in Carleton Place, and the fundraising committee. Whether you’re driving clients to appointments and/or support groups on a weekly basis, or participating once at a special event, your contribution is essential in helping the women and children of our community live free from abuse and violence. And statistics show us that you already know a woman who needs these services. The NSGVP identifies one of the main motivating factors for volunteering is “being personally affected by the cause.” Whether we are aware of it or not, every one of us knows someone whose life is being, or has been touched, by abuse; it could be your regular

grocery store clerk, your kids’ bus driver, or even one of your relatives. Woman abuse is a societal problem that affects all of us. Helping Interval House means helping someone you know. The same report also identifies the number one reason why some people don’t volunteer, “because no one asked me to!” As you read this article, please consider yourself officially asked to volunteer with Lanark County Interval House. Call our volunteer coordinator at 613-257-1115, ext. 2 to get more information on how you can share in the enduring spirit of hopefulness and connection that the gift of volunteering gives. Lanark County Interval House provides extensive support for children, youth and women who experience abuse and can refer men to the appropriate resources. All the services are free and confidential and you do not need to be a resident of the shelter to access the services. LCIH also provides shelter and support for women and their children who have experienced physical, sexual, emotional, or financial abuse. Call 613-257-5960 or 1-800-2677946, 24 hours a day for any of our services.

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Every dog in Newboro will try to have its day on Feb. 19 and 20 at the third Rideau Lakes Cup. The 81-kilometre race will take place over two days in the Village of Newboro and Chaffrey Locks, along the Rideau Canal Heritage Site. The total purse for the race will be $6,000. The first Rideau Lake Cup race took place in 2008, and occurred again in 2009, but in 2010 was cancelled due to warm weather and a lack of snow. Race committee chair Brain Patterson said this year’s event will offer plenty of activities for people to enjoy. “It’s in conjunction this year with the Newboro Winter Carnival,” he said. “So there’s

quite a bit of activity going on Saturday.” Registration will begin on Friday, Feb. 18, at Newboro Community Hall, located at 15 Drummond St. On Saturday, Feb. 19, the Newboro Winter Carnival will kick off with a hockey shootout, ice pool, bed race, bean bag toss, egg race, tug-of-war, snow sculpting and bowling on ice. The first half of the 16-kilometre skijoring race, breakfast, roast beef dinner, night skating, and fireworks will also take place on Saturday. On Sunday, Feb. 19, there will be breakfast, an eight-kilometre recreational skijoring race, the Kid’n’Mutt race, button draws and the award presentation for all the races. There will also be a canteen

and souvenirs available at the starting points of the races. There will be no parking available along Lock Road. Parking will be available at the Newboro Baseball Diamond. Patterson said they are still looking for volunteers to help with this year’s festivities, and there will be a volunteer night on Feb. 16, at 7 p.m., at Newboro Hall. For more information on the registering for races and activity times, visit www.twprideau lakes.on.ca/dogsledraces/index. html, or contact Patterson at 613272-3059 or Lori.Patterson@live. ca, or Martin Rennick at 613-2677272. The Rideau Lakes Cup sled dog races and the skijoring races are accredited through the Federation of Sled Dog Sports.

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Sunday, Feb. 13 11:00 a.m. - Worship service and Sunday school multi-age program. Nursery available. Coﬀee hour Friday mornings 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Please check the website for info on youth group, Bible studies and other ministries, www.standrewsperth.com. Audio loop system • 613-267-2481 A warm welcome to all!

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Sunday, Feb. 13 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship. Rev. Frank Morgan. Sermon: “Christ the Ressurrection and the Life” (John 11: 25 - 27). Nursery provided. All welcome. Wednesday, Feb. 16 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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THE POWER OF PINK Staff at The Stewart School wore pink to show their support for those fighting cancer, including some of the school’s staff. From left, Dean Saumur, Heather Snider, Elsie Day, Lisa Walker, Wendy Younge, Peter Mitchell and Wilson Parks. Kneeling: Janis Herlehy and Brenda Charlebois. Kassina Ryder photo

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The essential natural elements The Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists’ (MVFN) public lecture series, Biodiversity and Vital Connections for Fauna, Flora, and People, continues Feb. 17 with the fifth presentation, “The essential element: What makes Charleston Lake, Bon Echo and Sandbanks parks special.” You do not need to be an expert to enjoy these lectures—just bring your curiosity, or appreciation for wild nature. David Bree, senior natural heritage education leader (chief park naturalist) at Presqu’ile Provincial Park, and a native of Almonte, will be MVFN’s guest speaker. Bree has travelled to six continents, and worked as a naturalist in as many different provincial parks. His accumulated knowledge of birds, plants, insects and geology will greatly enrich our appreciation of three Ontario parks, and place them in context as outstanding natural areas, designated to conserve the integrity and diversity of eastern Ontario’s nature. Our guided investigation of these parks, all within 100 kilometres of Lanark County, will explain the elements that make each one special. Using clues from park geology to help identify the essential elements for each park, Bree will show us how it affects the plants and animals (and human behaviour) we observe at these protected natural areas. Do you know which park is closest to where you live? Which park has drawn artists (includ-

ing The Group of Seven) for hundreds of years, has over 260 native pictographs (the largest visible collection in Canada), is home to five-lined skinks, and is renowned for a sheer rock face 1.5 kilometres long and rising 100 metres above an adjacent lake—one of the deepest lakes in Ontario? Exposed to the waves when the glaciers retreated, another park contains two spectacular stretches of sand dunes up to 25 metres high, including one considered the largest freshwater baymouth sand dune system in the world—which park is this? The third park, once on the boundary between two ancient bodies of water, now sits on the strip of Canadian Shield stretching between Algonquin and the Adirondacks. Twisted, folded and deformed, its rocks tell of intense heat and pressure in the distant past. Don’t know these parks? Then attend Bree’s presentation on Feb. 17, get up to speed, and add one of these natural spaces to your special summer places. His lecture takes place at 7:30 p.m., at Almonte United Church, 106 Elgin St., in Almonte. All are welcome to attend. Admission is $5 for non-members. For more information, contact MVFN program chair Cathy Keddy at 613-2573089. Submitted by Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists.

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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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In 2003, Omya Canada Inc. completed construction of a modern water pumping facility that meets or exceeds the environmental and other standards and conditions established by the various levels of government. Government inspections completed, the project received the green light to commence operation. In September 2003, Omya’s Perth plant began to use Tay River water in accordance with conditions in the various permits that were obtained.

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In accordance with the permit condition to provide regular reports to several public authorities and to the community at large, Omya will hold its ninth public meeting on February 16, 2011. In accordance with the permit conditions, Dr. Watt will present an annual report regarding river ﬂows and water taking for the year ending December 31, 2011. He and Omya ofﬁcials will be available following the presentation to take questions from the public.

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Dana McNeil takes a trip down the Conlon Farm hill with three-year-old Skyler McLaren on Jan. 16. Kassina Ryder photo

Local dart throwers hit bull’s-eye at Zones Congratulations to Gord Thomas and Bill McKenzie for receiving their Life Membership award at Branch 244, a very well-deserved achievement. It was a grand slam in zone darts on Jan. 29 in Almonte. All of our Perth players qualified to go to District darts in Kingston on Feb. 19. The team of Lisa Carroll, Bill Don, Blair Seed and Norm Dowdall went undefeated to take first place. Norm Dowdall and Blair Seed took second in doubles, Wes Reid and Jodi Cook took fourth in doubles and Andy Brown, Wes Reid, Jodi Cook and Will Boytel took fourth in teams. Congratulations to all and good luck in Kingston. This Friday is the Old Tyme Fiddlers in the auditorium and Saturday is our Valentine’s birthday jamboree. Bring your sweetheart and wear something red.

Don’t forget the pan fry fish and chips luncheon on Saturday, Feb. 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Advance tickets are on sale for only $9 in the lounge, at Classy Cuts, and at Brankin’s Plumbing. Donations of items for this event, such as Crisco oil, potatoes, bread rolls, butter, etc., would be appreciated for this fundraiser. Contact Ted Moss at 613-267-6994 for further details or to make donations. Our executive meeting is on Monday, Feb. 14 and take note that on Feb. 21 the Legion will be closed due to the Family Day holiday. On Sunday, Feb. 27, if you wish to witness our youth in action, there is public speaking in the auditorium. The public is invited to attend. For times and information contact Bev Churchill at 613267-6514. Lest we forget.

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Saturday Feb. 10 • 1 - 3 p.m. 282 McVeety Road – Elmgrove to Hughes to McVeety. Private Nature Retreat – traditional, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, red brick farmhouse built in 1895 – many updates and wonderful convenient extras added. The current owners love the privacy, sights and sounds of nature, ski and walking trails, and the relaxing warmth and character - you will, too! Come see it – 13+ acres, 10 min. to Perth - $354,900. MLS #777616 Call Joanne Bennell, 613 812-0505 or Barbara Shepherd, 613 326-1361

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WATERFRONT

$379,000 - Location: 15 km. east of Perth, 30 mins. to Kanata. Room to grown in both house & property with this 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom bungalow. Hardwood & tile ﬂoors, fully-equiped custom oak kitchen with island opens into dining area and spacious living room with patio doors to the back of property. Large family room above double attached garage. Full drive-in / walk-out basement for those large recreational toys or create additional living space. Front porch overlooks pond. MLS# 774774.

$225,000 - Otty Lake. Under 10 minutes to Perth with great road access & spectacular sunsets. Well maintained 2 bedroom cottage with 4-pc. Bath and maple ﬂooring in living and dining area. Large glassed-in sunporch overlooks the lake. Windowed attic could convert to third bedroom / sleeping loft. Septic system & lake water. Building raised and re-supported (solid & level)! Get a jump on this beautiful summer. Call to view. MLS# 742574 Bob Ferguson (c) 613-812-8871 • www.bobsperthhomes.ca

CROSBY LAKE - Charming 2 bedroom cedar cottage plus sleeping cabin. Great swimming – sandy wade-in or dive-in at the end of the dock! Clean spring-fed lake close to Perth and Westport. MLS 769020. $269,000 Call Barbara Shepherd, Cell 613-326-1361

BLACK LAKE - $189,000 - Great 2 bedroom, open concept, cottage with 115 feet on beautiful Black Lake, almost 250 feet deep. Large master bedroom, screened-in porch. Great access on township maintained road. MLS#760447. Call Barbara Shepherd, Cell 613-326-1361

Bob Ferguson (c) 613-812-8871 • www.bobsperthhomes.ca

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