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Enthusiastic Bay of Quinte crowd meets Trudeau Prime minister answers broad series of questions before capacity audience at the Empire Theatre ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

An opportunity for an unscripted engagement with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in Belleville last Thursday drew an overwhelming reaction from Bay of Quinte residents.

It was beyond standing room only at the Empire Theatre that night as lines formed several blocks south of the building on Front Street and many hopeful participants were turned away at the doors. Inside, Trudeau spoke for just over an hour, taking 12 questions on a range of issues including agriculture, immigration, U.S.-Canada relations, pharmacare, mental health, electoral reform, and the economy.

Trudeau appeared at ease with the dialogue, cracking jokes and easily jockeying backand-forth with his audience on the issues albeit the session was short on new revelations or moments like a single mother’s plea about hydro rates in a subsequent forum the next day in Peterborough.

The first minister said his current tour is important for him to stay connected with the public.

“I’m looking forward to the opportunity to answer as many questions as I can. It’s really fun for me, but not so much fun for my safe who are wondering what I’m going to say on any question,” he said. “This, to me, is what politics should be all about — people coming out and choosing to make their evening about political engagement — to share your

views and to hear from the person who is accountable to you.”

Early in the discussion, a veteran took Trudeau to task about a promise he made on a campaign stop in Belleville last year to bring in life-long pensions for Canadian veterans. He said the government remains committed to getting that done during this mandate.

Another audience member, a stone mason who employs seven people grasped at a quote Trudeau offered earlier in the day in Kingston in which he said he had a solid relationship with Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne. Met by cheers from the audience, he posed his question by suggesting that Wynne is out of touch with small business owners across the province and wondered aloud if Trudeau was also out of touch with them.

The prime minister launched into a political attack as part of his response.

“In terms of supporting small businesses and helping grow the economy in ways that help you and your employees, that’s at the heart of what we got elected for,” he said. “We recognized for all the previous government’s supposed emphasis on economic growth, they have the worst record on growth of any government since R.B. Bennett’s that gave us the Great Depression.”

Trudeau said right off the bat, his government cut taxes on the middle class and raised taxes for the wealthiest one per cent.

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Committee agrees to drop farm tax ratio CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

Following a lengthy discussion at last week's committee-of-thewhole meeting, councillors voted in favour of a motion which — if approved by council — would mitigate the impact of assessment value increases on local farm properties.

Committee voted in favour of a motion to reduce the farm tax ratio to 20 per cent in 2017 and to 20 per cent in 2018 from the current 25 per cent.

Back in December members of the agricultural community asked council to consider a reduction in the farm tax ratio as a means to offset rising farm land values. Agricultural advisory committee chair and Prince Edward Federation of Agriculture president John Thompson told councillors in December the recent tax notices included an increase of about 70 per cent in the taxable assessment of Ontario farmland.

The Prince Edward County Current Value Assessment (CVA) for farmland increased by an average of 112 per cent, while residential values here increased by about seven per cent.

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Emmanuel Baptist Church committee investigating affordable housing options for seniors Councillors ask staff to study church’s proposal, prepare report on possibilities for municipal support CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

It appears affordable housing is on the radar for at least one local community group.

At last week's committee-ofthe-whole meeting, Ken Howe addressed councillors on behalf of the Emmanuel affordable seniors co-housing committee regarding a preliminary plan for affordable housing for seniors.

On Thursday, the group sought a letter of support from council, which would strengthen their case for seed funding

from the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) to commence the project. Councillors voted to have staff come back with a report to the next committee-of-thewhole meeting on Jan. 26 so that staff and council can get a better understanding of the project and what the letter of support should contain.

The project, initiated by members of the congregation of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Bloomfield, has an initial goal of investigating and identifying affordable housing options for

seniors in Prince Edward County.

Howe said the committee has already met with Bay of Quinte MP Neil Ellis and Prince Edward-Hastings MPP Todd Smith. He said both expressed support for the project. “Our committee is seeking support and approval, in principle, from County council to allow us to move forward in an application process with CMHC to obtain seed funding to develop the concept and undertake the option analysis and feasibility study,� Howe said.

Howe said there's no doubting the need. Citing the Prince Edward County Strategic Plan for Affordable Housing, the committee's preliminary plan says in recent years many have shared concern over the impact of economic growth on afford-

able housing in the community.

It says increasing tourism and a growing creative rural business sector have place upward pressure on land values and the price of housing in Prince Edward County.

The plan says since 2005 the county has seen a loss of rental units while just 1.5 per cent of housing completions have been apartment units.

At the same time the population is aging. The plan cites 2011 census numbers which indicated about 11,070 or 44 per cent of the county's population is over the age of 55. “We believe that everyone, regardless of their ability to pay, should have access to affordable housing,� said Howe. “Our philosophy is it takes a village to raise a child and it also requires

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HOUSING STUDY Ken Howe addressed councillors last week regarding the Emmanuel Affordable Seniors Co-housing initiative which plans to look into local low-cost housing options. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

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Howe said while the Emmanuel committee is strongly faith-based, that will not have an impact on who will be eligible to take advantage of any affordable housing project the committee initiates. “Whoever is needing affordable housing is more than welcome, my dream is to build it sufficiently large that it's not half a dozen or a dozen, but close to 50 to 100 rooms,� Howe said.

Councillor Treat Hull said affordable housing is a critical

issue. “Thank you for your deputation on what is probably the most important social challenge facing the community, certainly one of the most important,� he told Howe.

Hull said co-housing of the type the Emmanuel group is investigating has been established in British Columbia and is ideally suited to seniors.

However, he said it's a new idea that many government officials and banks don't have experience with and, as a result, securing funding can be an issue.

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Loch-Sloy Business Park, formerly Camp Picton, listed for sale for just under $15 million Site of Canada’s last remaining Second World War Royal Air Force base now houses more than 50 commercial operations and a bustling storage business JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

A major piece of Prince Edward County history and Commonwealth heritage is up for sale.

Loch-Sloy Business Park, formerly known as Camp Picton, was found listed for sale on a commercial real estate and business web site called businessexchange.ca at an asking price of $14,995,000.

The public real estate listing explains the site is approximately 688 acres in size and has over 400,000 square feet worth of buildings with three runways and six hangers.

It further explains the package contains four separate parcels of land that could be possible sites for a hotels, luxury homes and single family residences.

The former military installation was opened as The Royal Air Force's No. 31 Bombing and Gunnery School in April of 1941 as part of the British Commonwealth Air Training Program (BCTAP) to train Allied servicemen and women in preparation

for the Second World War. Thousands came from all over the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth, the United States and other corners of the globe to be trained here and the impact of these activities left an undeniable imprint on Prince Edward County and vice versa.

After the school was disbanded in 1944, the site underwent several militaristic incarnations under the Canadian Army including an anti-aircraft gunnery school in the 1950s.

The site was renamed Camp Picton in 1960 and training on surface-to-surface missile batteries was offered until all military operations ceased in 1969.

Loch-Sloy Business Park properties manager Jacqui Burley confirmed to the Gazette Friday the site was listed for sale about three weeks ago and has been shown to a couple of perspective buyers in that time.

Loch-Sloy Holdings Limited,which is headed by the Scott Family, purchased the site from the McFarland Family in 1999.

While it has been gradual, the transformation of the aging

AWALKTHROUGH HISTORY Loch-Sloy Business Park properties manager Jacqui Burley leads a walking tour at the former Camp Picton this summer. The park is now up for sale. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

installation has been drastic.

The site is now a bustling centre of manufacturing, art, commerce and activity and no one could deny the positive changes that have occurred in recent times and the momentum gained in the better part of

the last two decades at LochSloy.

Burley laughs at the recollection of the 'pigeon palaces' and 'squirrel salons' that were common place in some of the more decrepit structures when LochSloy Holdings started operating

in the late 1990s.

But in the past 17 years, the company has greatly rehabilitated the grounds and buildings, salvaging and saving structures that were certainly never designed to stand for over half a century.

In the face of deterioration, Loch-Sloy has created and maintained space for manufacturing concerns, carpenters, window and glass companies, art and yoga studios.

All told, there are over 50 commercial tenants operating at the park with several more waiting in the wings.

“The Gemini Awards are made here,” Burley said as she ran down the firms that have space at Loch Sloy. “You can get your wedding dress designed here. We have the Prince Edward Flying Club. There's over 200 clients that use our seasonal storage and the Central Region Gliding School is here every summer.”

In total, about 170 people work at Loch-Sloy on a day-today basis and Burley calculates over 15,000 site visits were

made in 2016 whether it was for walking tours, the Arm Drop races, tractor pulls, movie and television filming or dozens of other reasons.

Burley said Loch-Sloy Holdings has dedicated 17 years to stabilizing a fairly significant and historical site and quite likely the last standing and functional aerodromes from the BCATP era.

“From a historical perspective, this site is very important not only to our community but to the nation of Canada. Canada was called the aerodrome of democracy because of that program,” Burley explained.

According to Burley, the Scott family, whose father trained at a similar BCATP installation in Manitoba during the Second World War, have remained very interested in helping entrepreneurs and the performing arts community and have followed that mandate to generate enough cash revenue to “get us to where we are today.”

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Forrester concerned County will not have chance to purchase Lions Park in Cherry Valley Memorial Park could soon be sold.

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confirmed on Monday the club has disbanded and a deal to sell the property is in the works.

The source provided no other details on the sale and declined to comment further on the club's decision to fold.

Additional attempts to contact representatives with the club for official comment were unsuccessful as of press time.

Athol councillor Jamie Forrester shared his concern during Thursday's committee-of-the-whole meeting, saying he'd only heard of the decision to fold and sell the land about a week-and-a-half prior to the meeting.

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Cherry Valley Lions have maintained the memorial park for the community and tourists alike for close to 30 years. Forrester said the park has always been a part of the community.

“Now I'm coming to understand we might lose one (water access) without ever having the opportunity to purchase this property for all members of Prince Edward County,” he said.

Forrester said he isn't privy to any details of the sale, but said he confirmed with a regional representative of Lions International that the organization's practice is to disburse the proceeds of any sale to other

morning, Forrester said a third party informed him of the sale, which he later confirmed with a few phone calls.

“I found out the park was up for sale and I just had some concerns that it was never brought forward to the County, it wasn't brought forward to the CAO or the mayor or any of the councillors,” Forrester said.

Forrester said he's concerned the community could lose an asset.

“Lions Park is a big part of Athol, it's one of only two public waterfront accesses to the lake,” he said.

While the park is technically privately owned by the club, the

charitable organizations within the community.

“The money would be spread out to other charitable organizations in Prince Edward County and that's about all the information I've been able to get,” he said. “Just from my discussion there doesn't seem to be a whole lot of rules other than the money would have to be divvied up to charitable groups out there.”

Forrester said an impending sale could mean an opportunity lost for the municipality to secure a stable public access to the lake and a community park for all to enjoy.

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Neighbours air issues with Picton Terminals at Shire Hall Save Picton Bay group maintains harbour isn’t the right site for port CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

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all-season access, it does not have anything relating to air freight or air transportation.”

The 2009 Protection Zone Delineation and Vulnerability Assessment, completed through the Quinte Source Water Protection Program, identified two intakes at the Picton water treatment plant are vulnerable to certain risks, contaminants and water quality fluctuations. The municipality initiated an environmental assessment in 2012 to investigate and improve the Picton drinking water intakes.

Resident Victor Lind said that process ultimately led to the identification of a possible new water intake that would extend further and deeper into Picton Bay and directly across from Picton Terminals.

“The Picton Terminals deep water shipping port could pose

a serious threat to the drinking water intake,” Lind argued.

He said contaminated sediment on the bottom of the bay could be stirred up by large prop wash. He said such an occurrence has already been witnessed by members of the Prince Edward County Yacht Club. More ships could also mean greater potential for spills, he said.

Lind said many residents fear port expansion will turn Picton Bay, “into something akin to an industrial Hamilton Harbour.”

Lind said the Save Picton Bay committee had planned to participate in the rezoning application process initiated by Picton Terminals last year. That rezoning application was withdrawn in December while the port addresses environmental issues past and

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Several residents voiced their concern with port development on Picton Bay at last week's committee-of-the-whole meeting.

While councillors listened to the concerns, committee took no action other than to receive the comments.

Resident David MacKinnon said the Save Picton Bay committee's main concerns have been with regard to zoning and environmental issues, however, he said the group still has some broader issues associated with Picton Terminals' proposal to create a regional port along Picton Bay. Firstly, he said the economic development strategy prepared by the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus did not recommend new or expanded deep water facilities in eastern Ontario.

MacKinnon said the strategy only recommended feasibility studies to investigate whether there was need for new port facilities.

MacKinnon maintained that Picton is not a good location for a regional port.

“Picton is a very poor location for expanded port facilities of any serious scale,” he said. “It does not have rail access, it does not have immediate access to a 400 series highway, it does not have an easy or proximate access to border crossings to the United States, it does not have

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present at the site.

Lind said withdrawing the application doesn't mean issues with land use go away. He said in the committee's opinion, the existing zoning at the site allows for a quarry operation, not a shipping port. He suggested the municipality should enforce its land use zoning bylaws.

Mayor Robert Quaiff said he felt members of the committee were premature in their address to councillors. He said he met with members of the committee prior to last week's meeting and indicated the municipality is in the midst of reviewing options and is securing a legal opinion with relation to the issues at the port.

Quaiff said he expects the legal opinion to be delivered to council in a closed session meeting at the end of the month.

In correspondence to councillors in December, Picton Terminals suggested there is only a small, 0.25-acre area of the property that is considered legal, non-conforming.

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The Prince Edward County Youth Centre is a testament to the on-going support of many organizations and individuals who continue to make a difference in the lives of PEC Youth.

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Offering a safe environment that encourages youth success and contributes to a healthier community in Prince Edward County.

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Canada needs its leader to show ability to adapt when necessary

ONE of the closest things to an actual policy statement Prime Minister Justin Trudeau delivered during his unscripted tour visit to Belleville last week was his commitment that Canada would have some sort of national carbon pricing scheme in the near future. The move follows in step with moves made by provinces like Ontario to counter the ills of climate change.

During his question-and-answer session, Trudeau defended the move by stating that although Canada’s own emissions represent a miniscule blip on the global scale, he felt the country should “demonstrate leadership” to encourage the rest of the world that it should follow suit accordingly. While one could debate the aims of the Paris climate conventions — not to mention the amount of money spent and fossil fuels burned bringing people together — it is noble that Trudeau is so committed to following through with Canada’s commitment on reducing its emissions. The problem is that other countries who are more frequent polluters aren’t necessarily apt to following that leadership. What, then, does Canada gain by moving headstrong into a system that drives prices higher for its own businesses and consumers in a global market? It would appear Canada is cutting off its own nose to spite its face if the world keeps on polluting and it keeps on working to bring goods to market more efficiently. The same argument applies to the idea of phasing out the oil sands if the technology to

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replace fossil fuels hasn’t yet been formulized and if Canada has not cornered the market on that technology in advance of competing nations.

One only has to look to Ontario itself to know the dangers of pressing ahead with an ideology without taking the time to fully assess its impacts. While Trudeau may have stated this province’s energy poverty is not of his making, his failure to learn a lesson from the provincial Liberals may bring about greater problems down the line. The government here invested large subsidies in renewable technologies — most provided by companies not from Ontario — and gave their power priority on the grid despite the province not needing new production and already producing minimal emission levels. As a result, taxpayers are paying premiums they can’t afford while the province is giving power away at a loss to the American states it is competing with for business. If that wasn’t detrimental enough, the cap-and-trade system promises to place additional hardships on taxpayers. It’s tough to operate a household and it’s tough to operate a business — all to contribute to a so-called green ideology.

We hope that in his travels Trudeau actually listens to what Canadians are saying about these difficult economic times and that he does display the real leadership Canadians have asked for. That’s not forging ahead with an ideology no matter what, it’s showing the wisdom and ability to adapt his position.

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FRUITS OF THE FESTIVAL The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospiatl Auxiliary recently presented the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation $34,000 to help purchase a

new colonoscope for the hospital.The money was raised at the 2016 Festival of Trees at Isaiah Tubbs Resort in late November.Pictured,from left are Cathy Starkey ,Don Wakefield,Carolynn Whiteley, Sandra Foreman, auxiliary president Liz Jones, foundation president Monica Alyea, Festival of Trees committee chair, Jack Starkey, Fran Donaldson, Pat Evans, Bev Thompson, Liz A., and Sue Law.The colonscope, used to screen for colorectal cancer, was purchased as part of the foundation’s Live Saver II equipment campaign. (Submitted photo)

Stories From Our Past 1937

n The Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment placed first in an efficiency competition among non-centrally located infantry units. The local regiment had placed second in the competition for two years running before securing a win. n Local agricultural representative F.J. Webster said farmers were hoping for snow as ongoing mild temperatures could cause the ground to heave. The heaving could prove detrimental to fall grains. One farmer said the crops could withstand temperatures as low as zero. n Premier Mitchell Hepburn was to miss the first seating of the Ontario legislature. It was expected he’d miss much of the session due to bronchitis.

1957

n Ontario’s Department of Public Works was busy buying property in the Outlet Beach area for the development of a provincial park. It was reported about 200 acres had been acquired, stretching to East Lake’s westerly shore. n Ameliasburgh reeve Melvin Pulver was acclaimed as County warden after the other nominees pulled their names from the running. Pulver envisioned a year of growth, but noted that would mean an increased demand for service. n It was estimated that more than half of Canada’s 3,974,000 homes were equipped with television sets, while some 96 per cent of households had radios and 74 per cent had telephones.

1977

n County roads superintendent Donald F. Clark felt a comparison of standards of winter maintenance between Hwy 14 (now Hwy 62) and County roads was unfair. He noted his crew of 20 maintained 205 miles at a cost of $400 per mile. The province maintained its roads at a cost of $2,000 per mile, he said. n Staff at the Children’s Aid Society were working through construction as the society added a second floor to its Ross Street offices. It included a library, board room, play room, observation and office areas. n Prince Edward-Hastings MPP James Taylor said Ontario was winning its war against inflation by bringing provincial government expenditures under control.

1997

n A provincial committee studying the funding of ferry services in the province decided the link between Glenora and Adolphustown would continue to be funded fully by the province. MPP Gary Fox said no service cuts were planned.

The crossing cost provincial taxpayers $1.3 million to operate in 1995. n Prince Edward County Board of Education chair Sharon Campbell vowed to protect the interests of the board’s students and staff in forced amalgamation talks with the Hastings County board. n Wellington reeve Bill Greer said the municipality was looking to find ways to proceed with new projects despite a 33-per-cent cut in provincial transfers.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

County’s development plans too costly over the long term WEEKEND WEATHER TODAY High

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Regarding “Mayor hopes to build on positives from past year,” Picton Gazette, Jan 12, 2017..

Today there is virtually complete scientific consensus on the basic facts about global warming, climate change, and the grave threat these pose to the ecosystem and human civilization.

There is no debate about where continuing in the carbonemissions path we are on will lead us: carrying on business as usual will bring about an unsurvivable climate future, and increasing our emissions will hasten this future's arrival.

It should go without saying that the survival of our species and all life on earth hinges on the course of economic development we pursue.

Our mayor and council are working hard make sure the County does its part to bring

about the worst possible climate scenario as quickly as possible by maintaining our dependence on, and pushing for growth in, tourism and construction.

The manufacturing process for the key component of every bit of construction going on in the county right now, and every project planned for the future is cement. The cement industry alone is responsible for five per cent of all global carbon emissions. Producing a ton of cement requires 4.7 million BTU of energy, equivalent to about 400 pounds of coal, and generates nearly a ton of CO2.

The County has no requirement or incentive to use alternate building materials, and no strategy for minimizing the use of cement, such as limiting the size of new homes, or any requirement to show an actual need for new construction. In our municipal leader-

ship's view, it's the more, the bigger, the better.

The tourism industry rolls unnecessary automotive fossil fuel consumption, unnecessary housing construction, unnecessary infrastructure construction all into one. The more of this the better too, in our municipal government's view.

Our mayor and council believe this course of development will create "fiscal sustainability".

Since it entails expanding the carbon we are adding to an already lethally overburdened atmosphere, I wonder what they think "fiscal sustainability" means.

In the hope of clearing it up for them, "sustainable", despite its rampant misuse these days in greenwashing, has a very simple meaning. An activity is sustainable if and only if we can carry on doing it indefinitely without undermining the basis of our ex-

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Our philosophy is it takes a village to raise a child and it also requires a community to look after elders and I think we do a pretty pathetic job of it.

-Ken Howe

LETTERS POLICY

The Picton Gazette welcomes letters to the editor of 500 words or less. The letters may be edited for clarity, legal ramifications, length or general taste at the editor’s discretion. We also reserve the right to refuse to publish submitted letters for the same reasons. Letters published do not necessarily reflect the views of the Gazette, its publisher, staff, or advertisers.

Submitted items become property of the Gazette.

cept of the cost. But it will have to be done. And the longer we leave it, the more costly, the more intractable, and the more devastating the consequences to every aspect of life, the problem becomes.

The extremely short-term fiscal benefits of our municipal government's development plan derive from being able to foist these inestimable costs onto our children and grandchildren, and all future generations of all species. If there are any.

This isn’t sound planning, It is ecocide and crime against humanity. And more proof of the urgent need for people to stop counting on politicians at all levels, and start our own coalitions and actions; more proof that our lives depend on it.

Rosalind Adams South Marysburgh

County, contractor praised for work to fix water main

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istence. We are way past the point of being able to add any carbon to the atmosphere without undermining the basis of our existence: the climate and the ecosystem.

Fiscal refers to how our activities play out in money terms in the economy, but we don't have to be economists to evaluate our municipal government's plans.

We need only note that without ecosystem services, there is no economy. So to assess the fiscal sustainability of any activity, we must factor in the cost of ecosystem restoration necessitated by that activity. For construction and tourism, that means factoring in, for one thing, the cost of extracting from the atmosphere all the carbon emissions they generate.

We don't even have the technology to do this on the scale it would require, let alone any con-

The Wellington Elks recently announced the winners of their annual Win The World fundraising draw, held on New Year’s Eve. From left are $2,000 winner Jim Williams, Elk Randy Vincent, $1,000 winner Sharon Hopkins, and $500 winner Terry Murphy. Five other entrants won $20 prizes. (Submitted photo)

On Monday, Jan. 16 I had the opportunity to observe and appreciate the fine services offered by the County and its partners in maintaining our aging infrastructure.

First thing on Monday morning a work crew from the BuildAll group arrived at the foot of my driveway on Barker Street and commenced to repair a broken water main that had been reported earlier.

The team was very well organized and worked very diligently for the next six hours to repair the problem. In addition to these fine workmen, two County workers from the Water Department also attended the works to oversee the job and

provide the necessary repair pipe and collars.

I was asked by both the County people and the Build-All people if the blockage of my driveway would pose any problems for me that day and they promised that by three at the latest the job would be done.

They were very correct. The work was done on time, and I was very impressed with the extensive cleanup the crews performed.

I was delighted to see a very good use of my County tax dollars at work. Thank you.

R. John Garside Picton

Get cozy with online reading options from the County Library this winter It’s definitely winter in the county and that means snow, ice and likely a number of days that you may prefer to stay indoors.

Did you know that you can access great reads from the County Library while wearing flannel PJs and fuzzy bunny slippers? It all starts at peclibrary.org. Just fire up your home internet connection, personal computer, tablet or mobile device.

All you need is your library card number and PIN to access our online services. And, if you don’t yet have a card, it’s easy to register online at peclibrary.org.

Just click “Get a Card” at the top of the page and we’ll send the card by mail.

ACCESS POPULAR MAGAZINES Find all the latest magazines on our web site. When you land on peclibrary.org you’ll see Flipster, which is home to a variety of magazines including Popular

your library card allows you to view an entire issue.

HOOPLA FOR MOVIES, MUSIC, AND MORE

INSIDE THE LIBRARY Liz Zylstra

Science, The New Yorker, Dwell, The Atlantic and many more.

You can flip through pageby-page, which is as close to reading the actual print magazine as possible. While these magazines include a few articles on their web site, logging in through peclibrary.org with

If you’re interested in watching movies, listening to new music, reading e-books or comics, try Hoopla. Visit peclibrary.org and use your library card and PIN to access Hoopla. You can stream or download content to a mobile device of your choice. There are no wait lists – everything is available immediately. You can borrow up to five items a month per library card.

RESOLVED TO READ MORE? GET OVERDRIVE. Another option for e-books is Overdrive – a diverse collection of e-books you can borrow using the app or your e-reader. You can bor-

row up to 10 items at a time. Just like print library books, each person can borrow one Overdrive digital copy at a time.

We participate in a shared Overdrive collection with libraries across Ontario. This gives everyone in the County access to a broad collection of titles. Sometimes there can be a long waiting list for popular titles. The good news is that we can purchase titles for exclusive use by Prince Edward County patrons. If you find yourself waiting a long time for an Overdrive book, please email me at liz@peclibrary.org.

All of our digital offerings are fairly simple to use once you get going. If you have any difficulty with accessing digital content, please contact Julie Lane at jlane@peclibrary.org or 613-4765962 for help over the phone or to book a one-on-one session.

RENEW YOUR CARD

You can continue to use these

digital resources from anywhere you have internet access. Every winter we get e-mails from our patrons who need a little help while they are travelling around the globe. All library cards automatically expire every two years (whether they are used or not) to ensure our patron information is current. Before you travel, be sure to drop in and renew your card.

On a related note, we’re always interested in hosting talks about the places you’ve been and the things you’ve seen. If you’re traveling this winter and would like to talk about your adventures, please let us know!

If you’ve caught a bit of cabin fever and want a reason to get out, why not visit your local library branch? All winterlong we offer friendly programs including bridge, chess, Scrabble and more. Check out the event calendar at peclibrary.org! Everyone is welcome to drop in for our winter events.

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The County Community Foundation Recognizes Canada’s National Celebration with a Special Grants Program in 2017

APPLICATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED WITH THESE EXCITING GRANT PROGRAMS, THE FOUNDATION CONTINUES TO SUPPORT PEC ORGANIZATIONS DOING AMAZING WORK IN OUR COMMUNITY. Community Fund for Canada’s 150th – 2nd Round Purpose: To celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday Focus: Grants are available to registered charities offering projects and programs for County Youth. Preference is for projects supporting the CCF’s 2013 Vital Signs Report three priorities: Food Security, Learning and Transportation. General projects that support the Canada 150 Fund priorities will also be considered.

Special conditions: Applicants must match the grant in cash or in-kind (volunteer time for example) Project Size: Up to $10,000 grant projects (plus matching) for up to $20,000 total projects.

Number available: Up to 5 or 6 More information and application: http://www.countycommunityfoundation.ca/community-fund-for-canadas150th-2.php

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Focus: Projects MUST focus on the CCF’s 2013 Vital Signs Report three priorities: Food Security, Learning, and Transportation.

Project Size: Generally between $1,000 and $5,000 Number available: Typically between 3 and 5 More information and application: http://www.countycommunityfoundation.ca/pec-fund.php Community Justice Fund Purpose: The Community Justice Fund provides grants to registered charities in the County offering recreational or educational programs for young people, including programs and initiatives which educate on risky and/or offending behaviour, positively influence both adult and young offenders, and promote community safety.

Focus: Grants will be given to organizations which deliver these programs to PEC residents.

COMMUNITY JUSTICE FUND

Project Size: Generally between $1,000 and $5,000 Number available: Typically up to 4 projects More information and application: http://www.countycommunityfoundation.ca/photos/custom/CJF2017application.pdf

The CCF strongly encourages all interested groups to undertake a consultation before submission.

An Open House to provide information regarding applications to all these grant programs will be held on Monday, February 6, 2017 at the Edward Building from 4:00 pm until 5:30 pm. Applicants can inquire about project eligibility, available funds, and the focus areas for each grant program. Consultations can also be arranged by contacting info@countycommunityfoundation.ca

All Applications are due on March 3, 2017 at 12:00 noon.

No exceptions.

A registered charity dedicated to building and managing endowment funds; making grants that build community strengths; providing collaborative leadership to assess and address community needs and supporting initiatives that benefit Prince Edward County.

Applications to be sent in writing to our address or by email to: info@countycommunityfoundation.ca Phone: 613-476-7901 x.218 Suite 103, 280 Main St., Picton, ON

www.countycommunityfoundation.ca

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Teacher shares stories from residential school Rotarians hear inside story about wrongs from Canada’s past

WHATTAM’S COMMUNITY CALENDAR

ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

Rev. Ann Smith has shouldered a heavy burden in recent years due to a choice she made in her teens.

Starting her teaching career at age 17 in 1963, Smith decided she’d make it her mission to work with impoverished native communities in the north. Her first placement came in the town then known as Fort George, Que. on the east coast of James Bay. Today, it is known by its Cree name Chisasibi. There, she’d work at St. Philip’s Residential School, an institution built by the Anglican Church to assimilate the local Cree population.

On Tuesday, Smith visited the Rotary Club of Picton to share her story of working in the community and coming to be ashamed of the well-meaning work she did there as stories of abuse within Canada’s residential school system emerged later. As a Truth and Reconciliation ambassador for the church now, the Port Hope minister travels around Canada sharing her story as a way of honouring the memory of students who suffered hardships in those schools and working to change the way Canada views Indigenous people.

“Reconciliation is what we need to aim for — first, accepting our responsibility for what happened,” Smith said. “People always tell me, ‘It wasn’t my fault, I had nothing to do with it.

Besides, the government is paying all this money out.’ I tell them each one of us Canadians has a huge responsibility for this truth and reconciliation process and that racism has been part of our experience as Canadians. Hopefully, we will all listen to the truth of the stories of our First Nations people and hear with our hearts.”

Smith said she went north with a bit of an idealized view of native children, like the pigtailed children she saw depicted on mission boxes when collections were taken for them each year at Lent.

One of her first ideas that life might be harsh the remote community came as a veteran teacher asked her if she was a reject or a misfit because she chose to teach at that school.

At the time, St. Philip’s had seven classes. Smith said not all of the students stayed at the school — about one-third were in the island village, which was later moved when the James Bay hydro-electric project took root in the 1970s. Many students from outlying communities, however, did stay there. As one of the younger teachers, Smith said she stayed in a room at the school’s residence, just underneath the girls’ dormitory. She can still remember the hardship many of those students suffered.

“It’s heartbreaking for me to remember the sobs that I often heard at night as the children settled down to sleep,” Smith said. “I know that I felt lonely away from family for the first time and I had chosen to be there. How much

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TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION Rev. Ann Smith serves as a Truth and

Reconciliation ambassador for the Anglican Church of Canada. She speaks about starting her teaching career in a residential school in Fort George, Que, on the shore of James Bay. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

more those little ones must have felt in that strange environment without the comfort of parents or siblings.”

Smith continued, stating she learned that many brothers and sisters had been split up and sent to different schools. A lot didn’t see a single family member for years, and some died in the school, including a Grade 5 student at St. Philip’s as a hepatitis outbreak struck while she was teaching there. She added teachers were given a clear mandate.

“It was made very clear to us that we were there to teach English to these children. In fact, to turn them into white children.

That was a quote from one of the superiors,” she said.

Students were to be corrected if they spoke their own language and some chose not to speak at all.

Smith spoke of one girl, Dora, who was the lone Inuit student at the school. She barely said a word until she knew all the English she needed to speak.

Despite that harsh reality, Smith said she had some memorable times in the school. She said most of the students showed incredible creativity and aptitude in the arts. While supplies were often hard to come by — a barge that would bring art supplies to the school caught fire and never arrived — friends and church communities sent rolls of wallpaper that could be used as canvas and bars of Ivory soap to be carved. According to Smith, the students’ works were amazing.

She also said the students took great joy in being part of a choir that sang together at chapel each week. They children were also well disciplined and respectful, she said.

Smith said she didn’t have knowledge of any abuse taking place at the school, aside from the suppression of the children’s cultures and languages. She said the principal she worked under at the school did later serve jail time following sexual abuse charges at a school in Lytton, B.C. but nothing surfaced in her time in Fort George.

“There may have been things that happened at Fort George, I don’t know,” she said.

While Smith said she wouldn’t trade her two years in the north for anything, slowly she lost the joy her early teaching

posting brought her.

“When information began to emerge about the abuse in the schools, I was horrified. Especially when teachers were blamed for the children’s loss of language and culture and were often blamed for the abuse, I avoided telling anyone about my experience… I lost the sense of being able to share what it meant to me.”

Years later, Smith, who taught for 24 years before being an ordained minister for the last 25, spent time at a conference in a healing circle with First Nations women. She recalled how an elder explained shed pass a father around the circle and allow the women present to speak. Initially, Smith thought she’d just respectfully hold the feather and pass it on. Instead, she found herself opening up about her experiences at the school. In a cathartic moment, she spoke of how she cared for the children and their families, the pain they felt, and the shame and sadness that filled her heart. After she passed the feather on, the elder and the others started whooping and the elder said she was their sister.

“That, to me, was reconciliation,” Smith said with a smile.

County councillor Bill Roberts thanked Smith for her recollections, adding that he made his first documentary on the shores of James Bay. Roberts said he believes it’s time Canadians move beyond just storytelling to take reconciliatory actions. He noted that while Prince Edward County has connections with a number of communities in Ontario, he found it could improve ties with the neighbouring Tyendinaga Mohawks and asked Smith if she had any recommendations on how faith groups, service clubs like Rotary, or the municipality itself could reach out. Smith replied she thinks it’s important to continue to reach out to foster that relationship and take advantage of invitations to cultural events like PowWows that build understanding and networking.

Ultimately, she said, reconciliation must come back to awareness of Canada’s past history.

“As a whole, Canada needs to do so much more,” she said.

“It starts with educating people.

We don’t always get our responsibility.”

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WHATTAM’S is proud to present…”Family Movie Day” at the Regent Theatre the last Sunday of each month at 2pm.

PICTON UNITED CHURCH COUNTY FOOD BANK: Food items that are needed are peanut butter & jam, cheese whiz, canned stew/chili, canned fruit, hot cereal, rice. All donations are gratefully accepted. Please drop off donations at the Food Bank, 12 Chapel St Picton on Friday mornings 911:30. Or at the Picton United Church office Tues-Fri 9-11:30.

Contact Leda 476-2109.

LOYALIST HUMANE SOCIETY: Always in need of food, litter, cleaning supplies, paper products as well as kitten food canned & dry.

ROTARY CASH CALENDAR WINNERS: January 1 New Year’s Day Gary Taylor, 2nd Cindy Lee, 3rd Tracy Dickson, 4th Allison Dickson White, 5th Shawn Johnston, 6th Angela Linley.

COMMUNITY CARE’S THRIFT SHOP: Donations accepted. Drop off your good used items at the front or side door. Clothing, shoes, household items, linens, furniture, sports equipment, toys etc. Call 476-1555 for pick up. Shop Hours Monday 1-4pm. Tuesday to Saturday 10am-4pm. 153 Main St. Picton. More volunteers always welcome too! 100% of proceeds stay in The County to help seniors live at home. www.communitycareforseniors.org.

WELLINGTON ST. ANDREW’S ANGLICAN CHURCH BASEMENT “THE WHAT NOT SHOP”: Donations welcome. Drop off bin outside back door.

CONSECON & CARRYING PLACE UNITED CHURCHES: Host Sunday Services at 10am in January & February at Carrying Place.

ARTS ON MAIN GALLERY: Presents “Winter Magic” featuring ONE X ONE a show within a show of original 12’ x 12” artwork for $100. This eclectic exhibition of 25 County artists continues until January 21st, 2017 at 223 Main St. Picton, opposite the Regent Theatre. Open daily 11am-4pm. www.artsonmaingallery.ca 476-5665.

ARTS ON MAIN GALLERY: Will be closed January 23 until March 1, 2017.

EMPLOYMENT WAGE SUBSIDY: Career Focus Wage Subsidy for youth under 30. If you are a business or non-profit looking to hire, or you are a youth under 30 looking to start your new career, call PELC for more information 476-1811 or e-mail : info@pelc.ca.

NIA FITNESS CLASSES IN WELLINGTON: Mondays 10am & Wednesdays 6:15pm from Jan 11-Feb 20th. NIA Fitness is Fun & Energizing! NIA Fitness is set to empowering music that feeds your body, mind & spirit. For info or to register for one or more classes, call Gina (Certified Nia Instructor) 399-2588. www.birthrightexpressivearts.ca/nia-classes/.

YANG STYLE TAI CHI: Tuesdays at 9:30am at the Bloomfield Town Hall. The cost is $5/lesson. If you have any questions please call 476-6557.

YOGA CLASSES AMELIASBURGH TOWN HALL: Fridays 1-2pm. Drop in cost $5. Generously supported by the Ameliasburgh Rec Committee. Please bring a mat if possible.

Contact 393-3798.

YOGA CLASSES BLOOMFIELD TOWN HALL: Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm & Sundays 10-11am. Drop in cost $5. Generously supported by the Bloomfield Rec Committee.

Please bring a mat if possible. Contact 393-3798.

CHERRY VALLEY YOGA: Every Thursday evening with Carrie Taylor. Drop in class $5. Mats provided or BYO 5:306:45pm at Athol Town Hall, 1685 Cty Rd 10, Cherry Valley.

Presented by Athol Recreation Committee. www.atholreccentre.com.

YOGA CLASSES WELLINGTON TOWN HALL: Tuesdays 1-2:15pm. Drop in cost $10. Generously supported by the Wellington Rec Committee. Please bring a mat if possible. Contact 393-3798.

PICTON CHESS CLUB: Meets every Tuesday 1-4pm at the Picton Library. Beginners welcome.

ELKS LODGE PICTON #326: Bingo Tuesdays 6:15pm.

RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON: Is now operating out of the Elks Lodge Hall in Picton. Remember the Elks are very welcoming of Legion patrons everyday downstairs lounge form 11am-4pm except Sunday closed.

RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON: Darts Wednesday nights at the Elks Lodge Hall in Picton beginning at 7pm, downstairs.

Everyone welcome.

AA: Meets every Wednesday 8pm Picton Hospital Boardroom.

AL-ANON MEETINGS: (adults) Meets 8pm every Tuesday at Gilead Fellowship Church Picton. For persons affected by someone’s drinking. Info 1-866-951-3711.

TOPS #4918: Take off Pounds Sensibly meets every

Wednesday at the Anglican Church Hall in Picton. Weigh in 6:00-6:45pm & meeting starts at 6:45pm. Info Sheila 4762786.

JANUARY 19: BINGO IN THE COUNTY – Hosted by the Wellington & District Lions Club. 6:45pm start, doors open at 6pm in the Highline Hall, Wellington Community Centre. Join us for this weekly event for some fun, friendship & an entertaining evening. Call Betty Wight at 399-3105 for further info. Proceeds to local organizations.

JANUARY 20: WELLINGTON ELKS STEAK BBQ DINNER – Allisonville Hall. Serving 5-7pm. $16/person.

Everyone welcome!

JANUARY 21: ROBLIN LAKE JAMBOREE & OPEN MIC – Classic Country & Rock with Special Guests, from 25pm at the Ameliasburgh Town Hall. No Charge. Donations gratefully accepted. Come out & perform or just enjoy the music. All levels & skills welcome! Sponsored by the Recreation Committee.

JANUARY 22: HERBAL HOME HEALTH CARE – Free presentation. Registered Herbalist Tamara Segal of Hawthorn Herbals will speak about various uses of kitchen herbs & foods as first aid treatments & home remedies. Learn simple ways of using what you have on hand to care for yourself & your loved ones. 2:30-4pm, Bloomfield Town Hall, 289 Main St. Bloomfield.

JANUARY 22: RC LEGION BR 78 SUNDAY DINNER – Sitting 5:30. Tickets on sale at the Elks Bar $25/couple.

JANUARY 22/23: AUDITIONS FOR “NUNSENSE” MAYSBURGH MUMMERS MUSICAL – At Mount Tabor Playhouse, Milford. Jan 22 Sunday 2pm. Jan 23 Monday 7pm.

Contact Monica Alyea, Director 476-8045.

JANUARY 23: RC LEGION BR 78 – General Meeting in the upstairs Hall of the Elks.

JANUARY 24: WEEKLY TUESDAY DROP IN KNIT & CHAT – Milford Br Library 10am-12 noon.

JANUARY 24: AL-ANON - Meets 8 pm at Gilead Fellowship Church, for persons affected by someone’s drinking. (1-866-951-3711).

JANUARY 25: ALTERNATIVES FOR WOMEN – Dropin information spot for Alternatives for Women services. Each Wednesday 11am to noon, Wellington Library front side entrance.

JANUARY 25: LOAVES & FISHES LUNCH – Noon at the Salvation Army. Come & join us for good food & fellowship.

All are welcome. No charge for this event.

JANUARY 25: SENIORS LUNCHEON SOCIAL WELLINGTON – Come out & enjoy lunch with old & new friends. Serving a roast loin of pork dinner, 12 noon at the Wellington United Church Hall. Cost is $10/person. As this is a special event only those seniors who have reserved can be served. Reserve your place by calling early. Reservations will be taken up to 12 noon on the Tuesday prior. Call 476-7493.

Take-out meals are available. This meal can also be delivered to housebound seniors who live near Wellington. www.communitycareforseniors.org.

JANUARY 26: WEEKLY THURSDAY THE HUB PLAYGROUP – Drop in 9:30-11am Picton Br Library.

JANUARY 26: BINGO IN THE COUNTY – Hosted by the Wellington & District Lions Club. 6:45pm start, doors open at 6pm in the Highline Hall, Wellington Community Centre. Join us for this weekly event for some fun, friendship & an entertaining evening. Call Betty Wight at 399-3105 for further info. Proceeds to local organizations.

JANUARY 27: MILFORD WINTER CARNIVAL – Bingo at the Milford Town Hall from 7-9pm. Canteen.

JANUARY 28: MILFORD WINTER CARNIVAL – Pancake Breakfast at the Milford Town Hall 8-10:30am.

Children’s Crafts & “Let’s Get Cozy” at Mount Tabor in Bredin Hall 10am-1pm. Food Booth at Fairgrounds opens at 11am. Veg chili, hot dogs & hot chocolate. Wagon Rides starting at Mount Tabor & going through the town from 11am2pm. Games in Milford Town Hall 1-4pm. Free Family Movie in Mount Tabor starting at 2pm. Drinks & popcorn provided.

If the weather is good there will be a skating rink outside Mount Tabor & children’s games will be on the Fairgrounds.

JANUARY 28: 4H SKATING & REGISTRATION – 7 to 8pm. 4H members, volunteers & their families & friends are invited to an hour of free skating at the Picton Arena. Youth ages 9 to 21 (by Jan 1, 2017) may also register for 2017 Clubs.

See the PEC 4H website for club information www.pec4-H.ca.

JANUARY 29: RC LEGION BR 78 – Triple Games Day 11am. Open to all!

JANUARY 29: ST. ANDREW’S ANGLICAN CHURCH ROAST BEEF SUPPER – Serving 4-6pm at Ameliasburgh Town Hall. At the door, Adults $14, Children 6-11yrs $5. Info 968-3320.

JANUARY 30: SNUGGLES STITCH A THON – Picton Library downstairs 1-3:30pm. Last Monday of every month.

Knitting or crocheting 6”x6” squares to be made into blankets for children in South Africa. Light refreshments. Yarn donations needed, just not 100% wool or baby yarn. Donations are much appreciated! Thank you!

JANUARY 31: PEC FIELD NATURALISTS MEMBERS NIGHT – Five short presentations! Lichens; The Night Sky; Bobolinks; Edible Weeds; and a film about Sandbanks.

Refreshments. 7pm at the Bloomfield Town Hall. Admission free, everyone welcome!

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Picton Dental Centre offering free services for adults tomorrow JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

FROM THE HEART Dr. Kuldeep Sandhu, left, and hygienist Tina Mitchell explain a procedure to patient Kimberly Fagan during the 2014 edition of Dentistry From the Heart. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

A vital donation of professional health services to the local community will be taking place tomorrow.

Picton Dental Centre is hosting it's annual Dentistry From The Heart event tomorrow at 7 McFarland Drive.

At no cost, Drs. Kuldeep and Reenu Sandhu and their team along with over 20 volunteers are offing walk-in patients their choice of a filling, extraction or cleaning to those 18 years of age

and older who are unable to receive dental care elsewhere.

The free session will run from 7:30 a.m to 5 p.m.

Tomorrow’s event will be the fifth annual Dentistry From The Heart day that Picton Dental Centre has hosted and in that time, over 400 patients have been able to get oral health services.

Dr. Reenu Sandhu said the team was shocked at the program's initial and sustained popularity.

“I was pretty surprised the first time we organized this event, we really didn't know what to

expect but then we saw someone lining up at midnight to be seen the next day,” she said.

Unfortunately, regular oral healthcare is one of the items to be eliminated when a person or a family is coping with bills and day-to-day struggles.

“Unless it's really bothersome, it's certainly something some people will neglect,” she said.

In total, the ten regular Picton Dental Centre staffers will be joined by over 20 other oral health professionals that will be donating their time and energy

to ensure those that are seeking care will receive it.

“We are asking anyone that is coming to bring blankets, to dress warm because they could be waiting in line for some time,” Dr. Reenu Sandhu said.

“We also ask they bring a list of any medications.”

The dentist added the FoodNot Bombs group would be on location from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to provide food for participants.

For more information on the program or Picton Dental Centre please visit www.pictondental.com.

Church Services this week

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA

Sunday Services 10:30am

Parish of Marysburgh Rev. Canon David Smith Archdeacon Bob Hales (Honorary Associate) 613-389-5643

Thursday

Gilead Fellowship

2 Downes Ave. Picton 613-476-2622

www.parishofmarysburgh.ca

Curious, creative, courageous, eclectic, diverse, thoughtful, inclusive, contemporary, fun.

If this is how you envision life in the Spirit, join us.

Music by Celtic Musicians, Tom Leighton & Conrad Kipping.

Minister: Lynne Donovan 31 King St., Picton 613.476.6024 www.standrewspicton.com

7 Church St., Picton, Ont. K0K 2T0 613-476-6276 Fax: 613-476-7293 stgregory@sympatico.ca www.stgregoryparish.ca

Saturday Mass 5pm Sunday Mass 10am

Sunday

Breaking of Bread 9:30am Sunday School/ Adult Bible Class 11:15am Gospel 7:00pm

Pastor Larry Snider

Holy Communion, 11:00am at St. Philip’s 44 St. Philip’s St., Milford

THE GREAT ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH

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St. John’s 3207 County Road 8, Waupoos St. Philip’s 44 St. Philip’s St., Milford

ST. GREGORY

PICTON GOSPEL HALL

Sunday at 10:30

Ven. Charles Morris

Please join us in prayer, love and friendship.

We’re looking forward to seeing you here.

Sunday 9:00am, 10:30am Tuesday 3:00pm Silent Prayer Wednesday 10:00am Right around the corner in your neighbourhood.

335 Main St., Picton

(across from Shire Hall) stmmpicton.ca

Prayer and Bible Study 7:30pm

All are Welcome - No Collection 613-476-3026

COUNTY UNITED CHURCHES

BLOOMFIELD UNITED CHURCH “Where Faith is Fun” 272 Main St., Bloomfield Minister: Maureen Ellison

Third after Epiphany Service 10:30am bloomfielduc@gmail.com

613-393-2160

PICTON UNITED CHURCH 12 Chapel St. 613-476-6050 pictonunitedchurch@bellnet.ca Minister: Rev. Richard Hamilton

Sunday, January 22 Third after Epiphany Worship Service 10:30am Serving the Community for 223 years

VISITORS ALWAYS WELCOME

Minister: Janelle Shaw Morning Worship 9:30am, South Bay 11:00am, Cherry Valley PRINCE EDWARD NORTH

UNITED CHURCH

Sunday Jan. 22nd Wesley - Mountainview @ 9:30am Friendship - Demorestville @ 11:00 am All children welcome at Sunday School Genesis 22:17

“...the Lord will indeed bless you, and will make your offspring as numerous as the stars of heaven and as the sand that is on the seashore”

MESSAGE: “The Sands of Time”

Rev. Kirby Breithaupt C-613-403-4742 or H-613-476-2020 princeedward.north@kos.net

EVERYONE WELCOME COME VISIT WITH US!

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Friendly visiting pairings offer benefits for seniors and visitors through forging of new friendships

Watch for the information flyer in today’s Gazette. It outlines all of Community Care’s services and provides contact information, too.

One of the services that Community Care offers is a“friendly visiting program�.

This is a support service for isolated seniors. The program provides clients with visits in their own homes and this helps them maintain social contact.

I simply cannot stress enough the importance of friendly connections as people age.

We carefully recruit committed, caring and responsible volunteers who will offer friendship by making regular visits.

Personal interviews with volunteers and clients are conducted to ensure mutually satisfying relationships. Given the geography of Prince Edward County and the myriad of interests that seniors have, we usually recruit volunteers once we have seniors who need a visitor.

That’s the position we’re in right now and people are waiting because you haven’t called us yet. We especially need a female visitor who likes dogs or cats. Someone located south of Picton who likes to talk would also be most welcome! Two hours per week is all that’s needed.

There are great benefits to the senior because they make a new friend; help maintain their independence in the community; receive support and companionship; have a new a link to the community; share some interesting conversations; sometimes also have opportunities to do things outside the home; and it gives the client something to look forward to; along with a chance to laugh, cry and care.

The volunteer benefits because of the special friendship that is forged; they have a chance to learn new skills and gain new insights; new challenges and personal growth

would benefit from Tai Chi and would like to give it a try, call the Community Care office at 613-476-7493 to register. Space is limited.

HOME HELP

Seniors who need help with laundry, meal preparation, light

cleaning and running errands can arrange for carefully screened workers to come to the home for a reasonable fee. Contact the Prince Edward Community Care office at 74A King Street, Picton, or call 613-4767493 for more information. www.communitycareforseniors.org.

INFO FOR SENIORS

Debbie MacDonald Moynes

opportunities often come with the match; the volunteer has a sense of satisfaction; and this is an opportunity to share life experiences.

Community Care offers a careful matching to suit both people; ongoing support from the staff Co-ordinator; no client expense; personal volunteer visits or telephone visits.

If you’re interested in being a volunteer visitor, or if you would like to refer yourself or someone else to receive a visitor, please call us at the office. The number is 613-476-7493 and we really want to hear from you.

We currently have clients in many areas of Prince Edward County who are waiting for visitors. If you are a good listener and a willing volunteer, call today.

WELLINGTON SENIORS LUNCHEON SOCIAL

Come on out and enjoy lunch with old and new friends on Wednesday, Jan. 25 at noon.

The menu features homemade soup, roast loin of pork, vegetables, coleslaw, cherry cheesecake, bread and butter, coffee & tea, all catered by Bill Grieve,

SUPPORTING SENIORS Rotary Club of Picton president Marion Hughes, left, and community services director Barb Proctor show off the new flyer the club produced for Community Care. The document can be found in today’s edition of the Gazette. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

the chef with Wheel House and Occasions Catering. The cost is $10 per person. Reserve your place by the Tuesday prior at noon by calling 613-476-7493.

Take out meals are available.

NEW TAI CHI SESSIONS STARTING

Beginner and continuation Tai Chi classes are held regularly at Community Care. Tai Chi is a way to help seniors stay fit and flexible. Tai Chi is a low-impact form of exercise, but it is also a weight bearing exercise, which is an important component of managing osteoporosis.

Some of the benefits of Tai Chi are: better balance, which lowers the risk for falls, less

pain and stiffness, stress relief and increased calmness and sense of well-being. And to top it off, it also helps to improve memory. No experience is necessary and all fitness levels are welcome. If you’re a senior who

ROC is NOW HIRING PROJECT COORDINATOR to undertake the following: Youth Entrepreneur Success (YES) Program The YES Program (Youth Entrepreneur Success) will engage and empower youth ages 12 - 18 in Prince Edward County through 10 months of after-school and summer entrepreneurship programming. Youth will have an opportunity to develop job skills, connect with mentors from the local business community and become inspired by entrepreneurship in Prince Edward County. With youth-selected skill-based activities, workshops led by successful entrepreneurs and visits to local businesses where youth can speak directly with leaders from different sectors, the YES Program assists youth in developing self confidence and entrepreneur skills.

Reporting directly to the Youth Centre Director, the Project Coordinator will: s ,EAD THE PLANNING DEVELOPMENT IMPLEMENTATION AND EVALUATION OF THE 9%3 Program. The successful candidate will be dynamic with the ability to initiate and implement plans and reach targets, follow work plans, and achieve, track and evaluate outcomes. s "E A HIGHLY ORGANIZED INDIVIDUAL WHO DEMONSTRATES ENTHUSIASM AND PASSION IN supporting youth through the project. s (AVE YEARS EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH TEENS AND YOUTH IN A LEADERSHIP ROLE s #OLLABORATE WITH COMMUNITY ENTREPRENEURS AND BUSINESS PARTNERS TO PRESENT workshops and hands on activities for teens in Prince Edward County. s %NABLE YOUNG PEOPLE TO EXPERIENCE ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN A WAY THAT IS SOCIAL AND educational including team building and personal development activities.

This is a full time contract position ending December 2017. More information available on our website.

Deadline for applications: February 3, 2017.

Applications to be sent by email to:

darlene@theroc.ca Phone: 613-476-1462 299 Main Street, Picton, ON

12 JANUARY 19, 2017

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Trudeau vows to speak up in Canada differs from United States on issues affecting environment, economy ENGAGING, from page 1

He said they also brought in a more generous Canada Child Benefit that increases money for nine in 10 Canadian families.

Transitioning to job creation, he said the Liberal party was the only one with a commitment to invest in infrastructure, to the tune of $180 billion over 12 years.

The delicate balance between economic growth and the environment was on display through several exchanges that night.

Trudeau stressed the importance of harmony in making those decisions wherever possible. “Canadians understand we need to create jobs and growth as we move forward in a way that is green and protecting the environment. They are two things that do need to go together,� he said. “We’re going to take decision that people are going to disagree with.

Every time a government makes a big decision, people are in agreement and against. We’ll make the best decision for Canadians while listening to the concerns raised.�

Trudeau stood by his plans for a national carbon pricing system and for building new pipelines.

On carbon, he said that Canada ultimately produces a small percentage of the world’s emissions, but he believes the country has a duty to take leadership in helping the world find solutions. “We offer meaningful leadership that demonstrates we under-

TUNED IN Many audience members listening to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on a tour stop in Belleville last Thursday recorded video or audio of the special event to save for posterity,. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

stand that growing the economy and creating the jobs of tomorrow,

creating the technological solutions to reduce pollution and

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increase efficiencies, and to get off fossil fuels and look to renewables is something Canada absolutely needs to look at,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m proud Canada has put forward a national carbon pricing solution the provinces will have to take on that will allow us to move toward those Paris commission commitments we have made.â&#x20AC;?

Trudeau acknowledged that commitment to reducing emissions doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t appear to dovetail well with building pipelines. He said pipelines are less expensive and less detrimental to the environment than moving oil exports by rail and while he credited the Alberta NDP government for agreeing to an absolute cap on oil sands emissions, he said Canada has to continue to support the oil industry and people who depend on it as the country reduces its dependence on fossil fuels. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need to focus on getting resources to the markets safely and supporting our families while we go through this transition, but keep our minds focused on the transition we have to make off of fossil fuels,â&#x20AC;? he said, adding Canada can reduce its dependance despite being an energy producer and a four-season climate. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the example we can show the world. Regardless of what our neighbours to the south will be trying to do in the coming years, we know that we are not going to be able to stop climate change. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a reality. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a fact. The

question is how are we going to deal with it.â&#x20AC;?

A subsequent question addressed how Canada- U.S. relations might be with a Trump administration that appears to view the world in a different way than Trudeau. He replied that Canadians expect government to have a constructive working relationship and it will. Trudeau noted Canada has already emphasized to the incoming American administration that the countries economies are interwoven and interdependent â&#x20AC;&#x201D; in fact, 35 states list Canada as their No. 1 export destination.

He said, however, he wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be afraid to stand up to the U.S. if necessary. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to make sure we are fighting for Canadian jobs, Canadian economic growth, and for opportunities for Canadians in regard to our relationship with the United States and indeed the world,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At the same time, Canada is a separate country from the United States and we have things we hold dear. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never been one to shy away from standing up for what I believe in.â&#x20AC;?

Among those, he said, is the notion that immigration is a source of strength for Canada and that Muslim Canadians are an essential part of the country today and into the future.

Earlier in the night, Trudeau boasted of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s success in bringing almost 35,000 Syrian refugees into the country with

Prince Edward County Construction Association

Your connection to construction professionals This series of profiles will introduce the members of the Association. For more information please visit the website:

www.pecca.ca.

Picton Home Hardware Building Centre Mark Busscher 13544 Loyalist Pkwy, Picton 70 Cleminson, Wellington

613-476-7497

markb@pictonhomehardware.com

This is a family run business in Prince Edward County supplying everything you need from building or renovating to decorating and household maintenance. Picton Home Hardware, owned and managed by Adam and Mark Busscher, can supply you with virtually everything on your shopping list, from lumber and building materials to plumbing and electrical, automotive, seasonal, pet supplies, house ware and cleaning materials and products, to HVAC and RV supplies.

Their on-site kitchen and flooring showrooms feature both designer and installers on staff, while the lumber yard is stocked with the best in building supplies and their friendly, helpful staff is always available to offer superior customer service. Originally established in the 1800s by the Hadden family, the original hardware store was located at 182 Main Street. In 1990, the store was moved to a 10,000-square-foot location at 117 Main Street. The Busscher family purchased the store in 1976 and continued to grow the business. In 2006, they purchased Wellington building Supplies and, in 2009, they opened their new 30,000-square-foot Picton Home Hardware Building Centre on the outskirts of Picton at the roundabout. Contractors or home owners can find all of their building, maintenance or decorating supply needs by visiting the store or calling Mark Busscher.

support from many, including people right in the Bay of Quinte.

He vowed to continue to welcome immigration and to reform and strengthen the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s immigration system, while dismissing fear. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are pressures around the world right now that because of the worries that people feel about their own future and their kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; future, it becomes easy to close off from the world and to point fingers and lay blame for the challenges weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re facing instead of understanding drawing in people from around the world is an essential part of our success,â&#x20AC;? he said.

On security, Trudeau spoke a bit about his vision for altering Bill C-51, stating that â&#x20AC;&#x153;there shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be incompatibility between two things Canadians expect. Canadians expect their governments to keep them safe and respect their rights. You shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to keep one or the other.â&#x20AC;?

He said he was looking to appoint a committee of parliamentarians that would provide oversight for law enforcement and intelligence agencies to ensure theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re respecting the Charter of Rights and Freedoms while doing everything possible to keep the country safe.

On agriculture, the prime minster vowed the federal government must support farm producers through good times and bad times. He said the government is becoming more mindful of the impacts its decisions have on agriculture and working to avoid unintended consequences.

Trudeau also outlined his belief the sector will benefit from expanded free trade with Europe and China where there is demand for Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high-quality products.

He also indicated the Liberal party knows it cannot take rural areas for granted. He said it is essential that family farms continue to succeed and that more young people look at agriculture as a positive career choice.

Following the questions, Trudeau thanked his audience and encouraged them to remain involved. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The only way we get to continue to have the courage to stand up for our convictions and to do the things that need to happen is by continuing to engage respectfully and responsibly in the kind of difficult conversations weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re having,â&#x20AC;? he said.

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This high visibility highway location in the heart of Prince Edward County offers an unparalleled opportunity to an investor! Solid building has been fully updated to accommodate the needs of today's restaurateur, including accessibility, fire suppression and water supply/potability. Featuring two entrances for patron flow, outdoor seating on a deck through patio doors and plenty of paved parking. There are two updated washrooms on the main floor. The second story is a perfect office space. An additional gazebo/lean to would make an excellent outdoor seating area or spot for retail or large groups. Lighting in the parking lot has hydro on the pole.

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Great, level and treed 84 acre property with waterfront on Lake Ontario - level, pebble beach with easy access for swimming. There is a contract signed for the installation of one wind turbine - approximate revenue over 25 years to be $700,000. The zoning is RU3, allowing many varied uses as well as residential - hobby farm, equestrian centre, vineyard...many more. List of land uses available from realtor.

Close to Picton and Sandbanks Park - wonderful opportunity to live in this increasingly popular wine region and even run your own business from home. $475,000 MLS 550800093

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PICTON – Built in 1910, this spacious home features much of it’s original character, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen and family room. Includes a carriage house/garage with a loft & a large fenced back yard. Needs some TLC. Call us for details. $299,900 MLS 550630026

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Get everything you ever wanted in a home! Build your custom three bedroom, two bath home raised bungalow with view’s of Weller’s Bay, with the finishes and colours you want. In the Village of Consecon, just minutes to North Beach, County wineries and the 401, this home is on a fabulous half acre lot with municipal water and gas, and to be built by a reputable builder ( County Homes ), with Tarion Warranty. Full unfinished basement for storage or future finished living space. Please see attached Builder Specifications Sheet for more detailed information on building materials and finishes. $359,900.

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Custom Built 10 year old home in a great location outside of Picton and minutes to 401. Sunny kitchen with plenty of cabinets and a spacious living room with beautiful gas fireplace and walkout to a potential deck. Main level offers a laundry/mud room, open dining area, den/bedroom and 3 piece bathroom all with wheelchair accessibility. Two bedrooms upstairs plus a 5 piece bathroom with soaker tub, shower and double sinks! Water system is above normal standards, including UV, RO, and water softener system. Lower level is partially finished for additional living space. Property backs onto The Millennium Trail, great place to walk, cycle & enjoy the outdoors! $274,900. MLS 550450143

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Pirates clinch playoff berth with pair of wins

Offensive woes show in two close losses

Young stifles Napanee in gritty road effort

Dukes win one game in last three

CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

The Picton Pirates have clinched a playoff spot.

The local Junior C club secured a post-season berth, picking up a pair of wins this week. With an Amherstview loss to Port Hope on Sunday the Jets are officially out of playoff contention, leaving just Picton, the Panthers, Napanee and Gananoque in the playoff picture.

The Pirates are seeking a favourable match-up in the postseason and helped themselves with a 5–2 win over Campbellford and a 3–2 victory in a gritty effort versus Napanee on Friday.

Picton coach Chris Masterson said their are a couple of contributing factors as the Pirates have continued to add to the win column.

One is the team's confidence level.

The other is a commitment to work hard.

“They believe in themselves and they work hard,” he said.

“That's the key — we might not necessarily have the talent of some of the other teams, but we outwork the other teams and that's what has got us to this point.”

Masterson said the Pirates have several young players with a winning pedigree and it's beginning to show.

It didn't take long for the Pirates to get out in front on Thursday. Just 1:24 into the first, Trey Maracle picked up a loose puck in the slot and beat Rebels goalie Adam McCormack with a quick, high shot past the blocker.

Dawson Ellis and Tye Eaton had the assists.

Exactly two minutes later the Pirates struck again on a similar play. The Rebels defence lost the puck in the slot and Jacob Murphy fired a quick shot past McCormack. Maracle and Riley Reynolds picked up assists on the play.

Maracle added another goal at 14:40 as his shot from the left circle deflected off a leg and past the Campbellford goaltender.

Mitchell Thompson and Ellis collected assists.

The Pirates took a 3–0 lead

JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

MAKING A LANE Picton Pirates forward Dawson Ellis cuts a path to the Campbellford Rebels net as goaltender Adam McCormack stretches to stop the puck. Ellis picked up a pair of assists in the Pirates’ 5–3 victory over the Rebels last Thursday. Picton has a busy week, facing the Amherstview Jets at home tonight at 7:30, visiting the Gananoque Islanders Friday and taking on the Rebels again on Saturday evening. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

into the middle frame, but Campbellford was able to cut the deficit with a quick strike.

Austin Vallier scored a powerplay goal two minutes into the frame to make it 3–1.

The Rebels looked to get back in the game with a power play opportunity midway through the period, but Nick Hoey stole the puck and fired a shorthanded marker past McCormack to make it 4–1.

The teams traded goals — Ryan Fraser for Picton and Jeremiah Doherty for Campbellford — in the third, but the Rebels struggled to gain any traction with limited zone time through-

out the contest.

After facing the last-place Rebels, the Pirates faced a challenge in a tough Napanee team in a back-to-back situation. Masterson said the Pirates had beaten Napanee a couple of times already this season and it was huge to take another victory.

“Napanee has a lot of talent,” he said. “They're definitely one of the strongest teams and the guys just worked hard and we got good goaltending.”

The teams traded chances throughout the first period on Friday, but the score remained tied at zeros with time winding down in the frame. With less

than three minutes to go the Pirates were sent to the power play and made no mistake with Hoey connecting on a play from Thompson and Ellis to make it 1–0 going into the second.

Ellis added a goal of his own from Will Harrison 3:53 into the second. The two-goal lead didn't last. At 11:41 Riley Steeves brought the score to 2–1, but the Raiders weren't able to pot the tying goal.

The Pirates held the one goal lead until midway through the third when they got another opportunity with the man advantage as the Raiders ran into some penalty trouble.

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Once again the Picton power play connected with Devin Morrison scoring from Harrison and Thompson to make it 3–1.

“That was huge,” Masterson said. “Our power play has been struggling a little bit lately — we had two power-play goals against Napanee — so it was nice to get the power play going a little bit again.”

Napanee pressed in the closing minutes and Tyler Ignazzitto scored to put the Raiders within reach. However, Picton goalie Aaron Young closed the door on a Napanee comeback.

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Sadly for the Wellington Dukes, moral victories, outplaying and out-chancing the opposition and deserving a better fate add up to the same total of points if the local Junior Hockey club simply defaulted in a scheduled OJHL contest.

Wellington likely deserved at least a couple of more points than the two they were able to secure in the last week as a pair of tight Dukes losses sandwiched a 5-2 win in Lindsay on Friday evening.

On Wednesday afternoon, the club lost to the host Whitby Fury 2-1 in a contest where they held the offensively minded squad to just a pair of goals.

After scoring three unanswered in the third period of Friday's win over the Muskies, Wellington again went dry around the opposition's net in Cobourg in a 4-1 loss.

Noted Duke killer Stefano Durante was spot on in the second stanza of Monday's contest, making 15 stops as Wellington poured the shots at the Cougar cage only to come away shaking their heads time and again.

Wellington's record fell to 2115-3 and it's clear the club's impotent offence is its major stumbling block as the club battles in the North-East Conference.

After Monday's contest, Wellington had surrendered 102 goals on the season, just one more than their most recent opponents and well below secondplace Whitby (119) and fourthplace Kingston (147) However, Wellington's 128 goals for is a division least by a wide margin and only good enough for the 14th best offence in the 22-team loop.

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Senior Panthers put in work to create opportunities to win Three games in three days PECI puts itself in position to secure home playoff game ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

The PECI Senior Basketball Panthers had an opportunity this week to clinch a home playoff berth.

After Monday’s action the Panthers posted a 4-2 record in Bay of Quinte competition, buoyed by a big road win, 6244, over the Centennial Chargers Monday night. Coach Caleb Hugh said veterans Ryan Kelly and Jordan Stacey made a big difference in Monday’s game, scoring at a high-rate in addition to their consistently reliable defensive effort. He was also impressed with first-year senior Braeden Kelly, who had his beset contest of the year.

“He is a difficult match up for defenders due to his height, his ability to shoot the ball from the perimeter,and his skill handling the basketball,” Hugh said. “He will be the X factor for the team as we are at our best when he is playing with confidence.”

With three games left in the season, Hugh said his team has struggled to find its rhythm because of weather cancellations, the Christmas break, and the upcoming exam break. Still, he credits his players with their work ethic and desire to compete.

“I admire the group’s willingness to improve and adapt on the fly,” he said. “It’s a really challenge to maintain continuity, but despite that, the guys have done an excellent job trying to get more court time. They are showing up an hour early for practice, staying late after-

SHARPSHOOTER John McHugh has emerged as a go-to offensive threat for the PECI Senior Basketball Panthers this year after putting in extensive amounts of work in the off-season.(Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

ward, getting shots up at lunch time, or coming to games more than an hour in advance to prepare and review the game plan.”

As in past years, the Panthers again rely on a tough, persistent defence driven by the elder Kelly and Stacey, who offer relentless energy on the court.

Offensively, however, the team has struggled to produce much offence. Hugh said the team needs to create easier scoring opportunities and said he needs to do a better job of putting players in a position to be successful. One shooter the team has come to rely on is John McHugh.

mary scoring threat thanks to his ability to shoot the ball,” Hugh said. “His success is a tribute to the extra work he has put in between the end of last year’s season and now.”

Beyond McHugh, scoring by committee has really carried the Panthers through. Hugh noted that for the team to win, each player has to make contributions. Also, he said, there’s not really one player whose effort will make or break them any given night.

Hugh was really looking forward to going into the exam break on a high with a win over Moira yesterday, but a second straight day of inclement weather left the Panthers sidelined. Hugh called the game a real test for his team.

“We split games with them last year 1-1 and they always compete hard,” he said. “With the win, we should secure one home playoff game in the quarterfinals. It is the biggest game of the season thus far and it’s also senior night, which should only make it more exciting.”

After the break, the Panthers will wrap up the regular season by facing St. Paul and St. Theresa.

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Masterson praised the work of the goaltender, who made 41 saves in the win.

“We knew they were going to fight right to the end and they did, they pulled the goalie and did everything they could to try to tie it,” he said. “Aaron Young was unbelievable in the net and made some spectacular saves.”

Moving forward, Masterson said the standings are tight and anything can happen with the sec-

Kings set OMHA playoff schedules

It’s crunch time for Prince Edward County Kings rep hockey teams as OMHA playdowns begin.

The Beatty Seeds Novice BB Kings are in a five-team round robin, opening Sunday in Gananoque at 3:30 p.m.

The Terra Vista Atom BB Kings play Lindsay and Napanee in a three-team round robin, which starts Saturday at 1:30 at the Essroc Arena.

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“We're not prepared to rest yet and we still have lots of work to do,” he said.

The Pirates will face a challenge this week with three games in three nights. They'll take on Amherstview tonight at 7:30, Gananoque Friday night at 8:15, and Campbellford again Saturday night at 7:30.

“We'd like to come out of that with three victories and get a secure spot in the top three,” said Masterson.

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Unbeaten team struggling to find consistency in lopsided league victories

Junior Panthers beat Centennial ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

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The PECI Junior Basketball Panthers confidently dismissed another test Monday.

Visiting the third-place Centennial Chargers, the Panthers set the tempo with their defence and won every quarter of play in a 49-22 decision. Coach Rob Garden said the success was the result of executing on both sides of the ball throughout.

"We used our full-court pressure to give the Chargers' guards fits and offensively, we shot th ball well from beyond the arc, hitting six three pointers in the game," he said.

Offensively, eight Panthers found the net and it wasn't just one player hitting shots from long range. Thomas Davies and Jack MacCool each sank two three-point shots, while Ben Wells and Ian Forsyth also hit from outside. The Panthers still got steady scoring from inside as well, however, as big men Brodie Byford and Alex Arsenault were among the team leaders with nine and eight points respectively. MacCool also contributed eight, while Wells and Devon Wilton had seven.

With the victory and a rescheduled game against St. Paul postponed again Tuesday, the Panthers go into the exam break with a perfect league record. Their one blemish on the season came at a tournament in Kingston before Christmas at the hands of the Frontenac Falcons.

"We hadn't played a competitive game all season, so when they pressed us and made us uncomfortable on offence, we didn't know how to respond," Garden said of that game.

The one loss underlines a challenge for the team. Garden

SURE-HANDED GUARD Jack MacCool scored twice from behind the three-point arc in his eight-point performance Monday at Centennial as the PECI Junior Basketball Panthers remained unbeaten in league play.

The team is in Cobourg this weekend.Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

said with all of their league wins being of 20 points or more, it's been hard for the Panthers to find consistency and to improve without letting some bad habits settle in. After the break, that could prove costly as the Panthers look to complete their goal of advancing to COSSA contention.

Eventually, the second-place St. Theresa Titans will be a tough challenge as the defending Bay of Quinte Conference champions will look to show they're capable of a repeat. To prepare for that, the Panthers will be in Cobourg this Saturday for a three-game tourna-

ment. The way the Panthers use those games and their break will determine how they compete.

"We need to use our practice time over the exam break to get our game back to the level where it needs to be in order to compete in the playoffs," Garden said.

Closer to playoff time, the Panthers will also see some of that potential COSSA field as they will play at the Kawartha Classic in Peterborough Feb. 1011. The 64-team tournament features a bracket system and the Panthers have seeded among the top 32 teams in Ontario.

Panthers easily defeat Nicholson 14-0

The PECI Girls Hockey Panthers scored early and often last Thursday in a 14-0 romp over the Nicholson Catholic Crusaders.

Brooke Jackson led the Panthers attack with three goals.

Kendra Marion, Maddy Young, and Sydney Davies each had a pair. Single markers came from Celina Fox, Chloe Marshall, , Abby Terpstra, Tynika Williams, and Kim Pothier.

Bella Cole and Sarah Juby the assist parade with three. Jackson, Marshall, and Young had two assists each. Marion, Davies, and Williams also assisted, At the other end of the ice, Maddy Rowbotham had a relatively easy time in net, turning aside all the shots the Crusaders fired in her direction.

The Panthers were to face the East Northumberland Blue Dragons in their final game before the exam break Tuesday afternoon in Brighton, but the game was cancelled due to weather conditions.

-Staff

ON THE ATTACK PECI Panthers defender Chloe Marshall rushes the puck through the neutral zone against the Nicholson Catholic Crusaders Thursday afternoon at Huff Estates Arena.(Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

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Abrams says team must work for goals DUKES, from page 18

ON THE BUTTON Brenda Berthiaume, left, and Nicole Merriman of the Ottawa Curling Club mind a stone during the 2017 Best Western Women’s Provincial Championships hosted at the Prince Edward Curling Club.

Over 30 teams from across the province competed. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

Curling club hosts Ontario championship Angie Melaney’s Lindsay rink beats Kingsville 8-6 to win final on Picton ice JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

Thirty-two of the best women's curling teams in Ontario were in Prince Edward County this weekend to take part in the 2017 Best Western Challenge Ontario Women's Championships.

The Prince Edward Curling Club linked up with the Stirling Curling Club to host the threeday event which saw all of the championship draws take place on local ice on Sunday afternoon.

In the final end, it was the Lindsay Curling Club repre-

sented by skip Angie Melaney and her team that took the crown, defeating Kingsville in the A championships 8-6.

Melaney was joined vice Krissy Mitchell, second Chrystal Leavens and lead Julie Schely.

Other top finishing rinks included B champion Oshawa Curling Club (skip Stacey Hogan), C champion Scarboro Golf & Country Club (skip Wendy Conn) and D champion Brant Curling Club (skip Elizabeth Armstrong).

Local curling club president Ron Stakes said it was special

feeling to roll out the red carpet and offer some Prince Edward County hospitality to some of the best curlers in Ontario.

“All the teams rotated through the club last weekend as we co-hosted this provincial championship and everything ran smoothly thanks to our volunteers,” Stakes told the Gazette.

“Hosting events like this continue to provide us with opportunities to showcase the Prince Edward Curling Club facilities and Prince Edward County to curlers from all across the province.”

“It's certainly frustrating because we aren't doing the little things to generate offence,” Dukes coach and generalmanager Marty Abrams said Tuesday. “Our power play is dismal and I really don't understand it because we have the parts to have a productive power play. The players need to execute and right now, the overall commitment to score goals just isn't there. It's hard to score goals in this league and it's even harder to score goals in the North-East Conference. If we are going to have any success, there needs to be a commitment made by the players to go to those dirty areas of the ice and score those second and third chance goals.”

Case-in-point was Wellington's most recent action.

The club was a frustrating 0for-7 with the man advantage and gave up a shorthanded goal that turned out to be the game winner.

After surrendering the game's first marker, Brayden Stortz scored an unassisted goal at 10:07 of the opening stanza to make it 1-1.

Albeit shortened, Wellington had a brief power-play opportunity to close out the frame but it was Theo Lewis of the Cougars who had time and space to get the puck through Dukes starter Connor Ryckman with just 50 seconds left before the first intermission.

Wellington held the balance of play in the second and had a lengthy five-on-three advantage in the middle part of the period only to be stymied time and again

by Durante who earned the contests first star of the game laurels. “(Durante) was outstanding, we had so many chances to score in the second and we came away with nothing,” Abrams lamented.

“It was a really good game overall, we just didn't execute on the power play as we should have and you simply have to capitalize against a team like Cobourg to have any shot of winning.”

Wellington played most of the 20 minutes in Cobourg's end and outshot the opposition greatly.

“And that never happens in Cobourg, I don't think that's ever happened in the years I've been here,” Abrams offered. “The pace was fast, we were doing all kinds of things right but at the end of the game, we scored just one goal.”

An unsportsmanlike conduct penalty to captain Justin Bean in the early part of the third period offered the Cougars a key powerplay chance to gain some insurance and Napanee native Ryan Casselman didn't miss out, bag-

‘V’ AS IN VICTORY Wellington Dukes netminder Victor Olivier-Courchesne secured the club’s lone win this weekend, making 36 stops in the team’s 6-3 win in Lindsay Friday evening.(Ed McPherson/OJHL Images)

ging his 27th of the season at 5:47 to make it 3-1.

Josh Maguire would add a goal very late in the game to make it a 4-1 score in favour of Cobourg.

Wellington's lone bright spot on the weekend came Friday night.

In Lindsay to tangle with the Muskies, the Dukes scored three in the third to break a 2-2 deadlock and come away with a much needed victory.

Abrams said the bounces around the net the club didn't get on Wednesday in Whitby materialized and manifested themselves in Lindsay.

Wellington's Brent House, Colin Doyle and Mitchell Martan all counted for Wellington in the final stanza while Victor OlivierCourchesne picked up his second win of the season.

The Quebec City native had 16 saves in the first for Wellington who survived the period down only 1-0 and were able to battle back in the next two frames.

“He was very steady for us and he's been that way since he's arrived,” Abrams added.

Stortz and Mitchell Mendonca also found the range for Wellington.

The Dukes’ weird visit to Whitby on Wednesday afternoon turned into a very entertaining hockey game watched by not many fans but a plethora of major junior and U.S. college scouts.

Wellington ended up being shutout for most of the game by Logan Gautier who stopped 40 of 41 Duke volleys.

Abrams said the bizarre start time didn't affect either club.

“It was a great game and we felt we out chanced them but Gautier was great of them. We were really pleased with the effort, the team played hard but we just didn't capitalize on our chances. When we did, Gautier was there.”

Down 2-0 late, Wellington would lift Connor Ryckman for the extra attacker and Mendonca would score to close the gap to 2-1.

But that was as close as Wellington would get and Abrams comments, while speaking specifically about the loss in Whitby, could be applied for the Dukes season on the whole.

“Whitby has a great offence and we held them to just two goals. It should have been enough to win a game like that but it's been our problem all year,” he said.

After a three-game stretch on the road, Wellington hosts Trenton at 7:30 p.m. on Friday night and welcomes Lindsay on Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m.

Next week, the club will be taking part in an OJHL showcase event in Trenton, playing the Aurora Tigers on Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. The next day, Wellington plays Kingston at 4:30 p.m.

Under-16 County Clippers handily defeat Ottawa teams in tri-meet on home court

The Prestsell Davies Thompson Benton Law Under-16 County Clippers had an opportunity to showcase their high-octane brand of rep basketball on their home court at PECI Saturday. They took full advantage.

With a last-minute schedule change keeping them off the road to the nation’s capital, the Clippers were prepared to face the PBA Titans and Goulbourn Hornets in Picton.

In the first game of the day,

the Clippers outpaced the PBA Titans 89-30. Brodie Byford was dominant in the paint, collecting 20 points. Guard Devon Wilton followed with 16.

Coach Caleb Hugh said the contest was a good display of what happens when all the players on the bench contribute.

“The Clippers played with excellent intensity and energy from start to finish” Hugh said.

“All 12 players on the roster made solid contirbutions on the

court as well as displaying excellent teamwork and unselfishness.”

Game 2 that afternoon was also little challenge for the home side as the Clippers put up a 65-29 decision over Goulbourn. Once again, Byford led all scorers by finding the hoop for 16. Teammates Alex Arsenault and Jack MacCool each contributed 10.

Hugh said for the second game in a row, MacCool did a

great job leading the offence and creating scoring opportunities for his teammates through his playmaking abilities.

While Hugh and co-coaches Claire Davies and Bryan Davies were impressed with their team’s performance in the two games, he said they were even more pleased to hear from a parent travelling with the visiting Hornets who approached the coaching staff following the final buzzer.

According to

Hugh, the fan complimented the class the team displayed on the court and its sportsmanship in a one-sided basketball game.

“As coaches, this was what we were most proud of,” Hugh said. “Having good games and developing skill is important, but coaching a group of such fine individuals is a blessing.”

The Clippers’ next action is slated for Feb. 4 in Ottawa.

-Staff

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branscombe, George. In loving memory of a dear Grandpa who passed away 1 year ago.

He left us quietly His thoughts unknown But left us a memory We are proud to own So treasure him Lord In your garden of rest For when on earth He was one of the best.

Always remembered, never forgotten Love, Gord & Barb & Brittany, Aamanda, Davin, Caden, Chase & Quinn frost, Gordon. December 23, 1928 - January 15, 2007 Ten years have passed since that awful day In our hearts we know God took you away To be in a place filled with joy all day.

Always loved, never forgotten David. guernsey, Lois Carolyn Two years ago January 17, 2015 our youngest sister Lois Carolyn Guernsey was taken from us and family, much too young.

We miss you dearly, Irish and Barb. laWrence, Deborah. In loving memory of a dear wife and mother who passed away January 13, 2016.

We who love you, sadly miss you As it dawns the first year In our lonely hours of thinking Thoughts of you are ever near.

Always remembered by John, James and Raymond.

Ken Haennel

In memory of a dear brother who passed away January 14, 2013.

His smiling way and pleasant face are a pleasure to recall, He had a kindly word for each and died beloved by all.

Some day we hope to meet him Some day we know not when, To clasp his hand in the better land Never to part again.

Lovingly remembered by Gary, Shelley, Tyler, Troy, Alyssa, Payton and Greer.

maddern/leWis, In loving memory of husband Frederick and daughter Carol Lewis, passed away January 2010.

Remembering you both is easy, we do it everyday, But missing you is that heartache that never goes away, We hold you close within our hearts, and there you will remain, For all our lives until we meet again.

Your loving wife/mother Joyce and son/brother Elliott (Sue), grandchildren Jennifer (Penny), Sarah (Ryan) and great grandchildren Oliver and Hailey. orsborne, Dorothy. In loving memory of a mother and grandmother who passed away 25 years ago, January 21, 1991.

In memory’s age, we will never blot Three little words - forget me not.

Never forget you, Nan. Forever loved and always remembered by Les, Jane, Brian, Pam, Ginny, Phil, Patti and all the grandchildren.

rosenblatH, James Edward Albert, November 23, 1978-January 16, 2010.

Always loved, Always missed.

Mom, Dad, Wil, Lisa, Brandon, Daulton, family and friends van meer, Thelma Jean. In loving memory of a dear mother, grandmother and great grandmother, who passed away January 22, 2015.

Remembered always and loved by Larry and Connie and family; Barb and Gaye and family; Rosemary and Rob and family; Lisa and family.

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daughters Chandel (Jordan) and Sherry Farley, his brothers Mich Farley (Brenda), Yves Farley (Nancy) and Real Savoie. Fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews and extended family, his companion Bev Elliott and his many friends. Serge was a proud father.

He had a kind heart and was a loyal friend to many in the community who will be sadly missed. Friends may call at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288 Noxon Avenue, Wellington on Sunday, January 22nd from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m.

Memorial Service will be held on Monday, January 23rd at 11:00 a.m. at the Wellington United Church.

FARLEY, Serge Reverend Steve Spicer officiating.

Passed away suddenly on Saturday, Memorial Donations to the Trillium January 14th, 2017 at the Kingston Gift of Life Network would be General Hospital Serge Farley at appreciated by the family. the age of 50. Serge will be forever remembered by his mother Laura Online donations and condolences at Farley (the late Jacques), his www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com

his 65th year. Predeceased by his parents, Ruth (Goff) and Floyd Johnston and his step-mother, Betty (Duff) Johnston.

Dear brother of Louise Johnston of Kingston, Carolyn Wallace of Kingston, Wendy (Guy) Neelin of Harrowsmith, Douglas of Kingston, Jeffrey of Napanee and Nancy Johnston of Kingston. Dear uncle of Katharine, Sarah and Nicole. Klon will be fondly remembered by numerous friends in Picton and area. Cremation has taken place at Gananoque Cremation Services.

Spring Inurnment at Olivet Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations made to Pathway to Independence, Belleville or the Seeley's Bay United Church would be appreciated by the family.

"SLEEP TIGHT--BIG GUY".

A Celebration of Life will be held JOHNSTON, Klon at the Elks Lodge Hall, Unexpectedly at Prince Edward Memorial Hospital, Picton on Friday 21 Elk Street, Picton on Friday January 6, 2017. Klon Johnston in January 20th from 1:00-3:00 p.m.

STIRLING, Elaine

Elaine Stirling (nee Morris) passed away on Sunday January 8, 2017 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.

Beloved wife of the late Carman Walter Stirling. Mother of Carman (Kim), Laurie Heigh (Tom), Mary Lou Stirling Knight (David), Lisa Roche (Marty) and Ritchie.

Grandma to Stephanie, Eric, Rachael, Tommy, Drew, Madison, Austin, Zachary and Grandma Elaine to Jeff and Greg. Sister to

Paul Morris (Martha). Mom loved to garden, knit, read, and tell jokes.

She enjoyed playing bridge, doing crossword puzzles, watching Jeopardy and the Blue Jays games. Mom volunteered for school and church events all while running a busy household of five kids, planning camping trips, picnics and family visits to Picton and Colborne. She gave us the world. Mrs. Stirling rested at the Hicks Funeral Home, 2 Centre Street, Picton.

FUNERAL SERVICE was held in the Chapel on Saturday January 14 at 2 pm.

The Reverend Fran Langlois officiated. Spring Interment at Glenwood Cemetery. Memorial donations to St. Elizabeth Health Care would be appreciated. The family received friends on Saturday afternoon from 1 pm. until service time.

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age of 89. He leaves behind his beloved wife Phillis (nee Dawdy), his children Murvin and Brenda McCormack, Geraldine McCormack, Brenda and Dale Shannick and George and Kathy McCormack, 7 grandchildren and 2 greatgrandchildren. He will be missed but not forgotten. Rest in peace.

As desired by Mr. McCormack, there will be no service and cremation has taken place.

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McCORMACK, Howard George

In loving memory of Howard George McCormack of Consecon, ON born on March 21, 1927 who passed away at home in his sleep on Monday January 9, 2017, at the

RICHARDS, Katherine

Suddenly as a result of an accident on Sunday January 8th, 2017.

Kathy Richards of Demorestville at the age of 61. Beloved wife of Dennis. Dear mother of Jessica of

SMITH, June Rose

Peacefully at Kentwood Park on Wednesday January 11th, 2017.

Rose Smith, formerly Mayne, of Picton, formerly of Ridge Road, at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late Jesse Smith and Keith Mayne.

Loved mother of Kevin Mayne and his wife Mary of Stoney Creek, Kyle Mayne and his wife Kathleen of Picton and Rosanne and her husband Steve Aulthouse of

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Demorestville and Leslie (Jeff) of Belleville. Dear sister of Margaret (Gerry) of Kempville and Jean of R.R.#4, Picton. Sadly missed by her mother-in-law Margaret Richards and her niece Krista Murphy. A memorial service was held in the chapel of the Whattam Funeral Home on Friday January 13th, 2017 at 10:30 am. Reverend Kirby Breithaupt officiated. Cremation has taken place. Donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated in Kathy’s memory. Friends were invited to call at the funeral home on Thursday from 1 until 3 pm and 6 until 8 pm.

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his many nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews. Bill will be fondly remembered by his three step-sons. A celebration of Bill’s life will be held in the Prince Edward Community Centre on Monday January 16th, at 2 pm.

Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation prior to the service. A reception/visitation will be held immediately following the service in the Community Centre Hall. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Prince SCOTT, William “Bill” Byron Edward County Memorial Hospital He fought the good fight and passed Foundation would be appreciated by away at the Belleville General the family.

Arrangements entrusted to the Hospital on Monday January 9th, 2017. Bill Scott, Proprietor of Scotts’ Store in Picton, at the age of 69.

Best friend and loving partner to Funeral Home Pauline Demers. Dear brother of 33 Main Street, Picton Betty Lee (Rick) of Picton and the late Babbs Welsh. Sadly missed by www.whattamfuneralhome.com

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Hamilton and step-mother of Evelyn, Ralph, Roy, Sharon and Lorraine. Grandma of Tammy, Salena, Kylie, Keith, Shelise, Devin, Landon, Tayli, Kieran, Daniel, Jodie, Clinton and the late Alex. Dear sister of the late Margaret Bowers and George Hart. Past President of the Picton Fair Board and retired from Proctor Silex. Mrs. Smith rested at the Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street, Picton. Funeral Service was held in the Chapel on Saturday January 14th at 10 a.m. Rev. Audrey Whitney officiated. Interment at Riverview Cemetery, Napanee. If desired, donations to the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital would be appreciated by the family.

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When William Lyon MacKenzie King was hammering out a deal with his Commonwealth counterparts to erect hastily-built training installations on these shores with the ultimate goal of defeating Adolf Hitler, it's a safe assumption that then-prime minster of Canada wouldn't be able to fathom what would become of the buildings, classrooms, training facilities, hangers and runways in 70 years time.

While very few (if any) of British Commonwealth Air Training Program (BCATP) schools or their ancillary units exist or there structures are even recognizable, No. 31 Bombing and Gunnery School in Prince Edward County stands as the final visible reminder of Canada's part in the rapid ramp up to the greatest military victory in the 20th century.

With news that Loch Sloy Business Park is up for sale, the Gazette contacted the pre-eminent historical authority on the site from concept to creation of the BCATP to the Canadian Army's involvement in the 1950s to the activities that take place today.

Journalist, author and historian Ian Robertson's popular Camp Picton: Wartime to Peacetime is the most comprehensive compilations on the base and is bursting with both facts about genealogy of the former military basedturned commercial entity as well as personal tales and memories of servicemen of all stripe and nationality.

Robertson explained that like all of the 107 BCTAP schools and the 180 ancillary units, the bombing and gunnery school was built in a rush in late 1940.

“There were literally train loads of material coming in to the Picton depot at the old CN station on the Main Street,” Robertson said. “The buildings were built of wood and there's no basements because of the high rock table in that location.”

These bases were staffed by about 104,00 men and women and almost 11,000 aircraft were utilized as training vehicles.

The total cost of the BCATP was $1.6 billion ($25 billion in 2017), three quarters of which was borne by Canada.

“No. 31 was one of 11 bomb-

SCHOOL’S IN SESSION Upon completion in the early 1940s, No. 31 Bombing and Gunnery school was the largest of its kind in Ontario and just one of 11 such schools in Canada. Allied serviceman from all over the world trained here until 1944.(Ian Robertson collection/Prince Edward County Archives)

ing and gunnery schools in Canada and one of six and the largest in Ontario and certainly the only one that survived this long in any form,” Robertson said. “These buildings were not intended to last as long as they have and the fact that any of these buildings have survived at Camp Picton for all this time is quite amazing.”

The intended usage of the base came to a close in 1944 as the Allies were close of winning the war. In one form or another in the 1950s and 1960s, the Canadian Army found use for the base, primarily as an anti-aircraft gunnery school.

The forces pulled out for good in 1969 and former Picton mayor and construction magnate Harvey J. McFarland jumped on the property, branding it Loch-Sloy in honour of the area of McFarland family origin in Scotland.

McFarland's dream of turning the base into a full fledged industrial park never quite materialized and the man everyone called 'Harvey' passed away in 1974.

“There were some problems.

It was isolated from the mainstream and various businesses came and went,” Robertson recalled. “The industrial pallet making firm has been a mainstay.

At one time a company made fibreglass yachts and there were also mobile homes made there.”

With limited service and being off the beaten path in 1970s Ontario, the park never really took off and while there was activity to varying degrees through the 1980s and 1990s, much of the space fell victim to time.

The unused buildings were sealed off as best as they could be but weather and inactivity were

MANNING THE GATE An airman stands guard at the Royal Air Force’s No. 31 Bombing and Gunnery School in this photo from the early 1940s. The building behind the soldier now serves as the main offices of Loch-Sloy Business Park (Ian Robertson collection/ Prince Edward County Archives)

cruel.

In 1999, the Scott family purchased the base under the brand Loch Sloy Holdings and have slowly stemmed the tide of deterioration.

“It's an amazing thing that they've been able to keep things going as well as they have,” Robertson said.

“I think Picton and Prince Edward County can be incredibly proud of a transitional history project. You have the original base and what it stood for during the war. You have the post-war military that contributed to such a great extent to the county and remember (McFarland) pulled all sorts of political pins to keep the base open in a time where Canada didn't need as much personal or sites as they did in the 1940s. So, the fact it was continuing all that time was something. And that it's survived since then and the fact there's that many businesses (over 50) carrying on at a former military site that's really out-of-date

but has been kept up to the best extent it can be is very remarkable.”

With the site now for sale, it's extremely hard to imagine what the next decade at Loch Sloy will look like and Robertson shares in that inability to predict what will come of the former Camp Picton.

“I think the combination of small businesses are essential to its survival but predicting what will happen is difficult. There's a theatre company from Toronto that uses hanger space to story material. Who would think a company that's three and a half hours away would rent that space but there it is,” Robertson said.

“The future of the base is a big question and I can only hope it can survive and continue representing the history and heritage Keeping it alive with the modern business side of it without losing the atmosphere is a real balancing act and Loch-Sloy needs to be greatly credited for doing just that these past 17 years.”

Owners look for buyer who will commit to preservation PROPERTY, from page 3

“In our minds, we believe we have accomplished Phase One but there's still a lot to do and there's a lot of potential with this property that will benefit this community as well as as the historical aspect. To take it to the next phase it is time to pass it on to a fresh company with a fresh outlook,” Burley added.

It's widely acknowledged

that municipal services will be required in order to see the complete fulfilment of development potential at the site.

In the meantime, as to which direction the next owner takes the former base will remain unclear however Burley said it remains the Scotts’ hope that a perspective buyer has the means and wherewithal to preserve the history and heritage that seems to live and breathe around every corner, in every

hangar and classroom.

“They hope so, that's what they are trying to do and trying to keep those considerations in mind as they work through offers,” she said.

Burley said the Scotts have been very philanthropic towards the community by “allowing us to invest every dollar we have made back into the site and back into the community.

“Camp Picton is very close

to their hearts and they are hoping what they have achieved is just the first step and whoever comes in will be able to carry on in the same direction.”

The manager added that while the sale process was ongoing, it would be status quo for the commercial tenants currently at Loch-Sloy.

“We've made that commitment to the tenants and they will continue to be taken care of,” Burley stated.

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Proposal would shift 0.4 per cent of tax burden annually to residential ratepayers TAXES, from page 1

Thompson said if no action were taken to address the assessments, the percentage of County taxes collected from farm properties would rise from the current 1.8 per cent to 3.4 per cent by 2020 — an increase of close to 100 per cent.

The farm tax ratio is generally set at 25 per cent of the residential rate as farm properties typically don't require the same level of municipal services. Thompson said that number has been fair in the past. However, he suggested an adjustment to the ratio would offset the rising assessments, which would put pressure on farm families.

Thompson had asked council to consider a reduction of the ratio over a four-year period with ratios of 20 per cent in 2017, 17 per cent in 2018, 14 per cent in 2019, and 13 per cent in 2020.

He said the adjustments would avoid shifting property tax onto farmland owners.

Thompson suggested the reduc-

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tion in the ratio shouldn't be seen as a tax break for farm property owners as they would still pay more tax each year, they would just pay the same 1.8 per cent share of County taxes.

The measure would shift an additional 0.4 per cent annually to residential properties.

Several farm property owners and young farmers spoke to the issue at last week's committee meeting.

Among them was local farmer Elizabeth Johnston. She

said agriculture isn't only a big part of the county's past, but she hopes it will be her family's future. Johnston said farmers often don't retire at 65, instead opting to rent their land. She said that's often how young farmers get their foot in the door.

She said that cycle has worked great in the past, but any large increase like what farmers are facing now presents a couple of options for older farmers on fixed incomes: Sell the land, or raise the rent. Johnston said both options have a big impact on young farmers.

“When we actually calculate these numbers and look at the higher rents, look at the higher land prices, a job in the city becomes much more attractive,” she said.

Eventually councillors came to a compromise in a reduction to 20 per cent for the next two years.

Councillor Janice Maynard said it wasn't a difficult decision for her.

“When we consider what we

put into other sectors and other economic drivers … this is a drop in bucket in the overall scheme of things,” she said.

“I'm not afraid to set a precedent because I think it's the right thing to do.”

Councillor Lenny Epstein took a different stance. He said rather than reduce the farm tax ratio across the board, council should look into setting up a program to assist young farmers. A separate motion to have staff come back with a report on such a program was approved by the committee and will come to council's next meeting.

When the discussion began last week, Mayor Robert Quaiff said he still hadn't made up his mind on the issue. Asked Monday how he felt about the decision, he said it was the plea from younger farmers that made the biggest impact.

“They're the ones that really need the assistance — it's not the large farm operations,” he said.

Adjusting the ratio was an issue that many councillors

Picton Terminals reports it has Project could inspire others to act further projects of the same ilk.

HOUSING, from page 2 taken garbage deals off the table “There are other people in PORT, from page 5

That correspondence says the port has received a number of legal opinions and professional planning opinions and could operate as legal, non-conforming in perpetuity.

Quaiff said the zoning at the site is still being investigated.

“That's what their understanding is. We're waiting so that we can review our options on that,” he said. “What we need to get is a description of what legal, non-conforming is, are they allowed to do the operations the way they have said they are going to do them and all of that has to come from our legal (counsel).”

While the Save Picton Bay representatives expressed concern over environmental issues at the site, the owners of Picton Terminals have pledged to focus on orders issued by the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change (MOECC).

A January 2017 update on the Picton Terminals web site suggests all compliance dates were met. The update says the terminal is taking everything related to shipping garbage of the table and suggests it was never really on the table.

The update says Picton Terminals are getting very close to completing all salt pond engineering and are hoping for a construction start date in spring 2017.

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“Governments and banks don't really have their heads around it,” he said.

He said even the fact the group is raising the issue is positive. He said if the Emmanuel group can get a foot in the door with the institutions that have to support the project and demonstrate to them that it can work, it could open the door for

the community who would have liked to have proceeded with a project, but it was just trying to boil the ocean — it was too much for them,” Hull said.

Howe said the next steps for the project will be to secure the letter of support from county council, finalize the funding application to the CMHC, and finally to host a town hall meeting with the public.

struggled with and one they'll have to face again at council's Jan. 24 meeting, said Quaiff. He said the meeting will give council another opportunity to weigh the pros and cons.

Quaiff said the two-year deal would result in an addi-

tional $117,000 being spread across the residential tax base in each year. He said there are a lot of things to consider moving forward. Among them is the precedent that could be set.

“It's definitely a huge concern,” he said.

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A Wellington couple continues to have concerns with the permitted uses of the Millennium Trail.

Bruce and Barbie Cordick addressed councillors at last Thursday's committee-of-thewhole meeting where they again suggested there are safety issues in allowing both motorized and pedestrian use of the trail.

The committee received a staff report which suggests many of the issues identified in the couple's 2014 deputation have been addressed, or are in the process of being addressed, as part of the municipality's commitment to upgrade the Millennium Trail over the next few years.

The municipality committed $150,000 toward trail upgrades in 2017. The spending is part of a three-year $450,000 plan to upgrade its entire length. The project is expected to be funded in the amount $370,000 through the municipality's capital sustainability reserve and $80,000 through donations.

The committee also suggested the Cordicks consult with the Prince Edward County Trail Committee who are fundraising for the trail upgrades.

Bruce Cordick argued the couple's concerns haven't been fully addressed since they first brought them to council two years ago.

“This report does not actual-

ly detail our main concerns, but rather glosses over them with if we do this or if we do that,” he said. “There are no firm recommendations, means of implementation or measurement of the results.”

The couple had requested a review of the trail bylaw with clarification of the off-road vehicle definition. The report concluded that no changes appeared to be necessary.

The couple called for better enforcement with regard to speed, noise, and permits. The report indicates that will take a joint approach on the part of users, police, and residents. The report says the local detachment of the OPP has committed to increase patrols on the trail and to respond to calls from the public.

“While it would be nice to have the trail for use by nonmotorized users only, this is not going to happen,” Cordick said.

“But more areas of the trail need to be designated for slower speeds, especially if the entire trail is improved.”

The Cordicks called for more signage outlining which types of vehicles are allowed to use the trail and said the County should be more aware of the trail's condition.

The report says since the couple's 2014 deputation, the municipality has developed a regular inspection system for the trail. From April through October the inspections are conducted monthly to help the

municipality keep track of any issues and correct them as soon as possible.

Engineering, development and works commissioner Robert McAuley said there is emphasis on upgrading the trail in this year's budget. He suggested the couple work with the trail committee.

“There's a whole momentum building up and I would suggest the Cordicks access the trail group,” he said. “They have been identified in our internal discussions as the single point of contact for all miscellaneous trail users to keep in touch with how the trail is being fixed, upgraded, or altered as part of our ongoing three-year capital program.”

Councillor Jamie Forrester, who is also president of the Prince Edward Trail Riders Snowmobile Club, reiterated that he would not support any move to limit the permitted uses of the Millennium Trail.

“I just want to make clear now to everybody, it's my goal now — and always has been — to make this a multi-purpose trail and make this useable by everybody in the county for everybody's enjoyment in a safe manner,” he said.

He said the snowmobile club has invested close to $20,000 over the last 15 years on maintaining bridges and signage along the trail. He noted the club recently donated $4,000 toward the Millennium Trail for signage upgrades.

Municipal insurance premium up three per cent

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Council has voted to renew the municipal insurance program for one year and to have staff issue a request for proposal in 2017 for the 2018 municipal insurance program.

Tuesday evening's council meeting was postponed due to inclement weather. Instead, council met Thursday at noon where they approved a one-year extension of the municipality's coverage with BFL Canada.

The renewal premium is $560,796 — an increase of three

per cent or about $16,000 over 2016 costs. The increase in insurance expenses was included in the 2017 budget.

BFL Canada has been the County's municipal insurance program provider since January 2014. Based on the company's initial request for proposal, the municipality has the option to renew the insurance annually.

County chief administrative officer James Hepburn said much of the three per cent increase is due to rising liability

insurance rates.

“Most of the pressure on the three per cent increase is coming from the liability side,” he told councillors Thursday.

“That's the issue with municipal insurance is the liability — slips and falls, car accidents, that sort of thing. I would say approximately 60 to 70 per cent of our premium is based on our liability coverage.”

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Musical Panama receives enthusiastic online response County residents start Kickstarter campaign to raise $20,000

A musical production with ties to Prince Edward County is inching closer to the stage due to an enthusiastic response to a recent Kickstarter campaign.

Longtime county residents T. Rob Brown and Yolanda Van Der Kolk have received $7,390 of the $20,000 they are seeking to polish their production Panama: The Musical in just over 10 days since the formal start of their online campaign.

Along with co-creater Tara Van Der Kolk, the couple has penned a full-length piece they hope to see debut in Panama by the end of this year, followed by an appearance at Torontoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wintergarden Theatre in 2018.

Brown said the story features a young American songwriter in the U.S.-controlled Panama Canal zone in the prohibition era in the 1920s. The

IN PRODUCTION The creators of Panama: The Musical have started a Kickstarter campaign to help bring their show to the stage Set in Panama in 1927, the show is billed as a love story featuring sexy Latin and prohibition-era dancing as the main character struggles to achieve her dreams. (Submitted photo)

woman wishes to hear her songs on the radio, but she and her family must overcome a number of obstacles on the other side of the fence in Panama City if she hopes to make it.

The 29-song score draws on a wide range of musical influences, including the spicy Latin songs one might expect from Central America.

With the $20,000 the creative team hopes to hire a musical director, complete lead sheets for the music, book studio recording time, hire musicians and complete demo recordings of the music.

Brown said the Kickstarter venue is an all-or-nothing funding source, so he is encouraging those interested in seeing the

musical get off the ground to visit the site and to give generously in the coming weeks. The direct link to the campaign,which features samples of music from the show, is at www.kickstarter.com/projects/227494667/panama-themusical.

-Staff

Top Montreal, Toronto chefs to clash on Wellington ice Feb. 4

A collection of notable chefs from Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two biggest cities will take their talents to the hockey rink Feb. 4.

The Drake, owners of the Devonshire Inn, have gathered the Toronto Grinders and Montreal Mashers to pay the Barn Burner, a charity game to raise money for Community Food Centres Canada. The teams will be joined

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