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Angels among us, all year round The Renfrew and District Christian School held its annual Christmas concert Dec. 19, celebrating the reason for the season. Reminding us that there are angels among us are, from left, Adrianna Van Lindenberg, Violet Gauthier and Emma Brydges. St. Joseph’s Catholic High School receives the Dr. Bette Stephenson Recognition of Achievement Award from the Ontario Ministry of Education. – Page 10 –

Sad 70th anniversary Greater Madawaska council to Tragic Almonte train wreck 70 years ago today modify garbage pitch-in program By Tiffany Lepack tlepack@perfprint.ca

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It was 70 years ago that unsuspecting Valley residents boarded an eastbound train two days after Christmas for a trip that would end in disaster down the track in Almonte. The North Lanark Historical Society marked the sad anniversary with a memoiral tribute last Thursday. The crash on Dec. 27, 1942 was at that time considered the second worst railway disaster in the history of Canadian railroading. The collision killed 36 people and injured more than 200. A memorial in Almonte has the names of 39 deceased, as three more died after the crash. “The condition of many of the victims was horrible in the extreme, some of them being mutilated beyond description,” says a report on the crash in The Almonte Gazette. “The injured suffered all sorts of dreadful wounds including fractures where the bone had burst through the flesh; body wounds and head wounds that cannot be described.” The scene was the result of a crash between the Upper Ottawa Valley train, which was crowded with local Christmas holiday travellers, and a troop train loaded with soldiers from across the country headed to Halifax for overseas duty. See CRASH, page 7

Greater Madawaskaʼs most recent garbage-pickup programs havenʼt been subscribed to as well as council would like. But after a two-year hiatus, council is looking to continue the once annual tradition. There were more than 18,000 Pitch-in Canada projects across the country in 2012, according to Pitch-In Ontario chair Alice Johnson. Greater Madawaska wasnʼt among them, but the township may enter literally pitch in with an annual pitch-in campaign, starting in the early summer of 2013. Former campaigns came with complaints about how

wet, messy and bug-infested the May event was. At the time, Greater Madawaska was spending about $200 to purchase the annual Pitch-In Canada kit that included bags, posters, promotional material and t-shirts. In fact, Emon says the township may again purchase the package, but modify its own program and run it at a later date. Some safe-guards may have to be put in place as part of any new program. At the Dec. 13 council meeting, Mayor Peter Emon said incidents suggested people were misusing the program, by collecting their own household garbage. A report is expected back to council in January or Feb-

ruary, from the environmental sub-committee chaired by Mayor Emon, on recommendations for a new, modified program. Peopleʼs first impressions when visiting the township is critical, so itʼs important to have a clean-looking township, says Coun. Glenda McKay. “It promotes pride in the community,” said Emon, “and it also speaks to a level of cleanliness that is important for a premier tourist destination.” Whatever form the program takes, the mayor says it will up to the township to assign some resources from the public works department, including a project co-ordinator.

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Greater Madawaska honours years of service Greater Madawaska Township honoured its firefighters for years of service Nov. 27. Mayor Peter Emon presented plaques on behalf of the township. From left are Macky Sayers (5 years), Derek Fougere (6 yrs), Betsy Sayers (5 yrs), Gary Peters (12 yrs), Gilles Aucoin (25 yrs), Chris Peters (8 yrs), Leon Mulvihill (16 yrs), Leonard Emon (14 yrs), Terry Holtzhauer (12 yrs) and Dave Van Iderstine (12 yrs). Missing from the photo are Todd MacDonald (18 yrs), Frank Brohart (16 yrs), Mark Brown (6 yrs), Sean Tohivsky (7 yrs), Adam Copeland (7 yrs), David Ripmester (9 yrs), Mike Allen (9 yrs) and Charles Gay (11 yrs). Fire chief Betsy Sayers also thanked “the unknown heros of all volunteer fire departments, the wives and families.”

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Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal recipients in Horton Ten Horton residents were recognized Dec. 15 at the Horton Community Centre with Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medals. Standing, from left, are Valerie Miller, Doris Humphries, Renfrew County Warden Peter Emon who presented all of the medals, Barb Dickson, Robert Johnston, Natalie Meek, Dave Bennett, Darryl Mooney, Arnold Dickson and Jim Ferguson. Seated is Norm Eady. Mayor Don Eady said the medal recipients were all being recognized for long-time commitments as community volunteers. “We are very proud to have all of these civic-minded people in Horton Township and appreciate your dedication and commitment to our community.” Eight received their medals at this annual Horton volunteer appreciation dinner, while Meek and Mooney received theirs earlier in the year.

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Greater Madawaska Township CAO Allison Holtzhauer, left, congratulates Cathy Appleyard on five years with the township in administration. Also saluted were staff members Dennis Fridgen, 10 years, and Dan Cameron for five.

Ontario is once again supporting individual and community projects that protect and recover species at risk and their habitats. Applications are now being accepted for the 2013/2014 Species at Risk Stewardship Fund. The deadline to apply is Jan. 8, 2013. Now in its seventh year, the fund has helped restore nearly 24,000 hectares of important habitat, with more than 100 projects from the last two years still underway.

Completed projects have supported about 1,800 jobs and an estimated 214,700 hours of volunteer work for 17,300 Ontarians. Supporting communitybased species at risk projects is part of the McGuinty governmentʼs plan to help Ontarians take an active role in protecting and restoring the provinceʼs biodiversity. “Each one of us has a responsibility towards the provinceʼs wild species,” says

Minster of Natural Resources Michael Gravelle. “I commend every person and group that has come together to protect our species at risk and safeguard Ontarioʼs biodiversity for future generations.” Ontario has supported over 600 projects through the fund. Guidelines and applications are available online. Ontario is home to more than 30,000 species, with more than 200 currently considered at risk.

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The Renfrew and District Christian School musical For the Glory of the King last Wednesday, Dec. 19 at the Hebron Christian Reformed Church featured, from left, Mischa Huyer, Holly Gauthier, Megan Kenopic as Mary, Lake Gauthier, Adrianna Van Lindenburg, Tristan Forrest as Joseph, Violet Gauthier, Emma Brydges and Gabriel Huyer. The narrators were Summer Phillips, Meagan Vandersleen, Benjamin Reid and Josh Phillips. Christmas concerts were held at schools across the region last week.

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Celebrating Admaston-Bromley years of service Admaston-Bromley Mayor Raye-Anne Briscoe presented service awards to three employees at the township’s annual Christmas dinner Dec. 12. From left are Chris Kunopaski, road superintendent for 25 years, Mayor Briscoe, presenting a watch to retiring clerk-treasurer Bev Briscoe for 37 and a half years, and Robert Welsh, landfill attendant for 10 years. PETER CLARK/METROLAND

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Cecilia Buelow of Municipal Property Assessment Corporation in Pembroke spoke to Admaston-Bromley council Dec. 6 about changing property assessment values. The property value of Admaston-Bromley residences increased 26.41 per cent over the four-year period of Jan. 1 2008 to Jan. 1, 2012, Buelow said. The provincial average is 17 per cent. Property valued at $200,000 in 2008 will now be $220,000, or an increase of $5,000 for each of the four years. The value of a single family detached dwelling not on the waterfront was $159,770 in 2008 and increased to $202,056 in 2012, Buelow noted. Waterfront property increased from $187,846 to $235,077 while season waterfront (cottages) jumped from $131,848 to $133,113. The townshipʼs 665 farm properties increased by 37.51 per cent on average over that four-year timeframe. There are six classes of farms, Buelow added. She said everyone should

have their assessment notices by now. “If you donʼt agree with your assessment value from MPAC, ask the assessor to review it,” Buelow said. “Make your request for consideration by April 1 (March 31 is a Sunday). The onus is on the assessor to prove the value correct.” “Exactly,” stressed Mayor Briscoe. “You do not have to defend.” “It doesnʼt cost anything,” Buelow added. Visit www.mpac.ca or call 1-866-296-6722 for assessment information. • Policing costs for Admaston-Bromley in 2013 are estimated at $240,734, which is a decrease for a third consecutive year, dating back to $283,848 in 2010. • Council asked for assistance under the Ontario Disaster Relief Assistance Program (ODRAP) in the aftermath of the July 23 storm. However, the township was not declared a disaster area by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH), and no funds are forthcoming. • The township applied for an Agri-sprint grant of $11,000 for fencing and a

Zamboni shed at the Admaston Recreation Complex, and were successful in receiving $6,250. “We got it after six tries,” Pender said. “Never give up,” Mayor Briscoe observed. Council didnʼt receive any returns on a similar Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF) grant. • The township had five building permits in November worth a total of $495,000, Coun. Michael Donohue said. There were also two sewage permits. • The Township of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan is recommending to other area municipalities that the Province of Ontario upload Highway 62 to the provincial road system. Admaston-Bromley supported the motion. “It was downloaded in 1998,” Mayor Briscoe said. • Council made a $1,000 investment in support of the MRI campaign at the Pembroke Regional Hospital. This service is not available in Renfrew, council noted. • This yearʼs Douglas Santa Claus Parade goes at 1 p.m. Dec. 23. The theme is Winter Wonderland.

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IMPORTANT HOLIDAY NOTICE GARBAGE AND RECYCLING SERVICE • For Renfrew residents who would normally have garbage/recycling pick-up on Tuesday, January 1st, 2013 the garbage pick-up day has been shifted by one day to Wednesday, January 2, 2013

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• For Renfrew residents who would normally have garbage/recycling pick-up on Wednesday, January 2nd, 2013 the garbage pick-up day has been shifted by one day to Thursday, January 3rd, 2013. • For Renfrew residents who would normally have garbage/recycling pick-up on Thursday, January 3rd, 2013 the garbage pick-up day has been shifted by one day to Friday, January 4th, 2013.

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CHRISTMAS TREE DISPOSAL Residents are requested to bring their Christmas Trees to the LANDFILL SITE (Town Dump) between January 2, 2013 and February 5, 2013 where trees must be deposited in a designated area.

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East Region OPP conducting satisfaction survey in January vestigates crime and enforces the law. he information provided by those surveyed is being collected by a research consultant, R.A. Malatest & Associates Ltd. that has been retained by the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services. The information is treated confidentially and the names, telephone numbers, and addresses of those surveyed will not be included in the survey results provided to the OPP. Once the survey is complete, the results will be used in the OPP Business Plan and Annual Report. The information will be useful in helping the OPP set out goals and objectives to improve on the services it delivers to communities throughout Ontario.

These surveys are done throughout the province on a rolling three-year schedule. The East Region detachment surveys will start in early or mid-January and are expected to be completed by March 15, 2013. The Ontario Provincial Police would like to thank those who participate in the Community Satisfaction Survey and who take the time to help the OPP in its vision of Safe Communities … A Secure Ontario.

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The revised hours at the landfill site for the 2012 Christmas season are: Saturday, December 29, 2012 Tuesday, January 01, 2013 Saturday, January 05, 2013

8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Dates for garbage and recycling collection during the Christmas Season are as follows: Monday collections days remain the same. Collection will take place Monday, December 31, 2012. Tuesday collection days have been changed. Collection & Recycle will be on Thursday, December 27, 2012 Collection will take place on Wednesday, January 02, 2013.

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Above, the Canadian Pacific Railway Ottawa Valley local train locomotive had extra cars the night of the crash to take Christmas travellers back to Ottawa. At right, the map shows the route of the Canadian Pacific Railway Ottawa Valley local train No. 550 and a train carrying troops from out west headed to Halifax travelled on Dec. 27, 1942 before crashing in Almonte.

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left Petawawa at 5:35 p.m. on time and he also maintained he did not know the troop train was behind them. The troop transport, considered an extra train, was held at Arnprior to make up the 20-minute block time that was required in between trains. The miscommunication between the stations and the trains caused the ultimate demise of three train cars and 39 people. “Witnesses of the accident hastened to do what they could for the unfortunates trapped under the debris of the coaches,â€? reported The Gazette. “The ďŹ re siren was sounded and members of the brigade and those spectators, who always attended ďŹ res, rushed to the scene ‌ Outside of a bad shaking up, there were no casualties in the coaches forward of the three that had been crushed by the gigantic locomotive.â€? Victims were rushed to the nearby OĘźBrien Theatre, town hall, private homes and Rosa-

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The Gazette followed the inquest closely and reported the ďŹ rst witness was Joseph Sauve, an engineer on the local train that fatal night. He admitted that he was running late, as it had taken 42 minutes to come from Arnprior to Almonte, when it should have taken 28 minutes. “But the weather was bad and the trafďŹ c heavy. There was a little trouble with the engine as a result of a leaking ue. “This developed after the train left Cobden on the down journey and it did not get any worse from that time on,â€? quoted the Gazette. Sauve stated that he did not know the troop train was coming behind him. It was also uncovered there was no way to notify the troop train at Pakenham because there was no operator on duty at night. Interest in the inquest “quickenedâ€? when it became known that John C. Howard, the 64-year-old conductor who had been in charge of the troop train that fatal night committed suicide. Press reports noting he drowned himself in the Rideau River at Smiths Falls, called the case “particularly pathetic as he leaves an invalid wife.â€? The Gazette published his suicide note and interviewed his son Delamar, concluding: “He was afraid an attempt was being made to pin it on him.â€? The conductor on the local train, M.P. McConnell of Ottawa, testiďŹ ed that they had

the work of the rescue.â€? One local lady gave a very practical gift to the injured as she brought several bottles of liquor to the town hall. The Gazette later received a letter of appreciation from a young lady in Ottawa who had stayed at Dr. Joseph TeichĘźs home. She sent back the coats that she had used and thanked him for all he did. “I hope your nerves didnĘźt suffer too much after that episode and also hope you didnĘźt have too much work cleaning up the house afterwards ‌ I suppose AlmonteĘźs atmosphere is still pretty morbid. Those things are hard to forget, but I do hope that before long you will all be quite happy and carefree once more.â€? She also enclosed coffee and sugar and she thought their rations must be Ęťnigh exhausted.Ęź The Gazette also reported the mispronunciation of Almonte as Almonty on CBC radio. “Residents of this town were either too tired or too upset on the morning of Dec. 28 to be irked by the radio announcerĘźs mispronunciation of Almonte ‌ We must admit that the mistake of the pronouncing Almonte, Almonty is an easy one for the unitiated (sic) to make.â€? The paper then went on to give a brief history of the townĘźs connection to the Mexican general after whom the town is named. Doreen Wilson, volunteer manager of the North Lanark Regional Museum, says it is important to remember the signiďŹ cant event in the areaĘźs history.

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OPINION

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Wishing our readers peace and happiness in the year ahead A new year is just around the corner, ďŹ lled with promise. With all the violence, rancour and loss affecting us at all levels, itĘźs time to take a breather and collect ourselves before taking on the many challenges of a new year. ItĘźs difďŹ cult not to feel sadness after the events of the past few weeks. Most disturbing is the senseless rampage that snuffed out so many innocent lives in Newtown, Connecticut last week. What a waste. The 28 deaths have re-awakened

the debate about gun control in the U.S. The massacre has also fostered a new appreciation for teachers, as it was their courageous protection of students that prevented the death toll from being much higher. We could do with a revival of that mutual admiration here in Ontario. While Canada doesnĘźt have gun violence to the extent they do in the U.S., we shouldnĘźt get too complacent. WeĘźve just marked the 23rd anniversary of the Ecole Polytechique shooting of 14 female students and

shootings in Toronto regularly take innocent lives. And itĘźs not just guns we should be worrying about. In this area, the courts have been dealing with two high-proďŹ le impaired driving charges. In one, young twins lost a mother; in the other three young children lost a father. ItĘźs something to keep in mind when imbibing this holiday season. Better to ďŹ nd a safe way to get home than to risk being next yearĘźs court news.

While weĘźll never rid the world completely of deranged people bent on destruction or drunken idiots who get behind the wheel, we can take steps to better treat their mental disorders; or failing that, limiting their access to guns and cars. And it shouldnĘźt have to take a tragedy for the public and the government to appreciate teachers and vice versa. We have plenty of healing to do as we approach the new year. Strong leadership and mutual understanding needs to rise to the fore for meaning-

ful progress to be made. As we move toward 2013, take a short break if you can from the onerous duties and dilemmas and disasters that face us far too often. Focus, instead, on faith, family and friends. By concentrating on whatĘźs really important, weĘźll be much better mentally prepared to wipe away the sadness and face the future with a renewed optimism. The Renfrew Mercury EMC wishes all of our readers a happy, safe and peaceful 2013.

COLUMN

Message from Queen’s Park John Yakabuski Renfrew-N ipissing-Pembroke MPP

To hear what the seven candidates for the Liberal leadership are saying about rural Ontario, leaves one debating whether they should laugh or cry. Coming from members of a party that has all but ignored the views of those actually living in rural communities, this begs the question, who do they think we are. Since coming to power their record speaks for itself. From the Endangered Species Act – which in its present form, will continue to decimate the forestry business – to development regulations written for big cities, to their refusal to recognize that our roads are “public transit,â€? they have consistently demonstrated that we are not important in their vision of Ontario. Their electoral victories were built on satisfying urban voters at the expense of rural ones. Now that theyĘźre out looking to secure rural delegates for themselves the tune is quite different. For now anyhow. They must believe that the good people of rural and small town Ontario have all forgotten what the Liberals have been up to for the past nine years. Sandra Pupatello is saying that we must stop being Toronto-centric. Kathleen Wynne has promised to act as agriculture minister as well as Premier. Charles Sousa assures us that local people will get to decide whether or not projects such as a wind farm get built. How about Eric Hoskins, stating that he would extend a share of the gas tax to all municipalities. As you know IĘźve been ďŹ ghting for this since I got elected. By the way, just this past April Mr. Hoskins stood in the house and voted against my bill which would have done precisely what he is now promising. Once someone is chosen as the new Liberal leader, with support from rural delegates, I think itĘźs a safe bet that they will all get back to remembering where theyĘźre from. Six from Toronto. One from Windsor. If youĘźre confused with whatĘźs happening in schools these days, youĘźre not alone. On the one hand, we have some teachers unions saying that their human rights are being taken away. At the same time, other unions have signed agreements containing essentially the same terms. I hardly think that one union would willingly bargain away something so fundamental. Unfortunately, what happens in so many labour disputes, is that the rhetoric can go way over the top and leave the public shaking their heads. What we get are competing

Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MPP John Yakabuski. public relations battles that are focused on winning hearts and minds with little regard for, as they say, the truth the whole truth and nothing but the truth. One thing that is for certain, is that when teachers unions compel their members to withdraw their services students lose. Students should not be caught in the middle of this or any issue. If unions feel strongly enough that something is wrong they can take it to court and let the judges decide. In the meantime, putting students ďŹ rst should be the guiding principle, not a cute phrase. Here at home we like so many are getting excited about Christmas. Our family keeps growing but with school for some of our children and families of their own for others, we canĘźt get everyone together as often as we would like. We are so much looking forward to the family time that Christmas brings. Time for sharing, laughing, enjoying good food and celebrating whatĘźs most important. That miracle in a stable in Bethlehem some 2,000 years ago. From our home to yours, best wishes for a Blessed and Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy New Year.

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NATURE

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First grey jay reported to us this winter Gary Haskins had a gray jay (whiskey jack or camp robber) at his feeder again this year. This jay, considered common in Algonquin Park, is rare this far south and east. There has been some concern regarding a major food source of grey jays. They will store food by rolling it in a ball and sticking it to a tree limb with saliva. With winters that are much warmer now the food does not freeze and therefore it rots before the birds can use it as winter food. As a result we may see more of this friendly “camp robber� at our seed and suet feeders in the years ahead. You can see in the report from Cochrane that four is a common number of grey jays at feeders there. Please give us a call if a grey jay arrives at your feeder. COMMON GRACKLE

Ron and Brenda Golden had a common grackle and

JIM FERGUSON SCENE FROM THE HAWK’S EYE pine grosbeaks at their feeders last week. These species do not stay very long at feeders. They prefer open country and natural food. Weed seeds, sumac clusters, spruce and balsam seeds are their favourites. Both species will eat cracked corn and sunower if available though. Common grackles have been counted on the Christmas Bird Count every year since 1987, the ďŹ rst year of the count. A ock of 12 were seen in 2006. Pine grosbeaks have been seen every year since 1975 but not in the numbers we have seen them this year. Warm weather and less snow have been major factors in a redistribution of these species. This situation could change because there are so many factors to inuence where and when birds will appear, global warming being only one.

CORRECTION

Thank God Last weekĘźs edition of The Renfrew Mercury ran a letter from Renfrew resident Cal Scott regarding the pool, second ice pad debate. It was titled ĘťThank you for small mercies.Ęź

MORE REDPOLLS

Jack and Jane Clarke had common redpolls at their feeders this week and Sybil Ferguson saw a very large ock in a cranberry bush near the Ferguson Home. The common redpoll is just as it is called, common, but its close cousin the hoary redpoll is rare. Hoary redpolls do travel with the common variety but it is difďŹ cult to tell the two apart. Look for a frosty white bird with very little barring on the breast. The amount of pink varies so much from bird to bird that using it as a ďŹ eld mark is of little help identifying males and females. REPORT FROM COCHRANE

Mae and Allan Craig are in Cochrane for Christmas and sent us this report of birds at feeders there. Today in Cochrane, Ontario we saw 25 evening grosbeaks, nine pine grosbeaks, four whiskey jacks (grey jays), 22 blue

It was actually meant to read ĘťThank God for small mercies.Ęź There was also a typographical error as the word “itâ€? was accidentally typed in front of the line that reads, “Let it be known, back then as a lifeguard, my salary was $10 per hour, today almost double.â€? The Renfrew Mercury apologizes for any misunderstanding caused by these typing errors.

jays and 30 house sparrows. Hope you saw lots of birds too. Merry Christmas, Allan and Mae Craig NIGER FEEDERS

Niger seed feeders attract the small ďŹ nches, pine siskins, common and hoary redpolls (very rare), American goldďŹ nches and purple ďŹ nches. Numbers may uxuate from year to year but goldďŹ nches have been feeding at Niger seed feeders all year. UNCOMMON BIRDS

Birds uncommon at our feeders include tree sparrows, pine grosbeaks, dark-eyed juncos, evening grosbeaks, house sparrows and snow

hatches have appeared twice and only for one day. We can walk down the road a few hundred metres and see the birds feeding in the shrubs close to the creek every time we go. Every feeder will have a sharp-shinned hawk, CooperĘźs hawk or a northern shrike attack the birds but they are rare and do little damage to the over-all population of the prey species. They do create havoc when they do arrive. Thankfully they arrive only once or twice a year.

buntings. These birds will visit feeders every few days but not regularly and sometimes a year will go by before they come to our feeders. They feed on staghorn sumac clusters, conifer cones and weed seeds in wooded areas and open country. Tree sparrows and dark-eyed juncos may be regulars at some feeders during the winter. RARE BIRDS

Rare birds at our feeders are the ruffed grouse, hoary redpoll, northern cardinal, house ďŹ nch, grey jay, northern shrike, red-breasted nuthatch, sharp-shinned and CopperĘźs hawks. In the 35 years we have been feeding birds here at the farm red-breasted nut-

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EDUCATION

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St. Josephʼs Catholic High School in Renfrew is one of 27 Ontario schools to be recognized by the Ministry of Education for its work to advance student achievement. The Ministry of Educationʼs Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) presented the Dr. Bette M. Stephenson Recognition of Achievement Award to the Renfrew schoolʼs principal, Brennan Trainor, at a Nov. 15 ceremony in Toronto. The award recognizes those elementary and secondary schools that make effective use of EQAO assessment data and evidence from other sources to enhance and support student achievement. The award, which was established by the EQAO board of directors in 2009, also pays tribute to Dr. Stephenson, a founding member of the EQAO board and the Ontario minister for both education and colleges and universities from 197885. St. Josephʼs was recognized specifically for its success in Grade 9 mathematics and was profiled in the EQAOʼs 2011–2012 Provincial School Reports. A case study posted on the EQAO website describes how St. Josephʼs successfully uses data from the EQAO assessment tests to improve student achievement in mathematics. EQAO results are used at St. Josephʼs to direct teaching practices and respond to specific student needs. Grade 8 and 9 teachers also collaborate to smooth the transition between grades for students, and gear course work to EQAO test questions, by using similar language and curriculum. “At St. Josephʼs, we work hard to help our students succeed and to learn to the best of their abilities,” says principal Trainor, who attended

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Renfrew County Catholic District School Board. He and board chair Bob Schreader also attended the Nov. 15 ceremony. “Schools throughout our board have been working hard to increase our studentsʼ EQAO results with very encouraging results. Last year, our students surpassed provincial averages in both literacy and numeracy. “This award for St. Josephʼs is further recognition of our

Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church 291 Plaunt St. S. Rev. Russell Wardell Rev. Susan Tough Sunday Worship 10am For all Ages Wheelchair Accessible Website: http://www.tsarenfrew.ca _____________________________

efforts to help our students achieve their personal best.” Other eastern Ontario schools receiving the 2012 Bette Stephenson Recognition of Achievement were Centennial Secondary School (Hastings and Prince Edwards District School Board), Hawkesburyʼs École catholique Paul VI (Conseil scholaire catholique de lʼEst ontarien), and St. Emily Catholic School (Ottawa Catholic District School Board).

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Hayden sweeps pro class at Calabogie Peaks Snowcross Calabogie Peaks

After eight months off, the word ʻeagerʼ would be an understatement for the racers that converged on Calabogie Peak Ski Resort for the Rockstar Capital Cup, Round 1 in the 2012 Canadian National Snowcross Series. Racers arrived Friday, ready for a day of fine tuning before it was show time Saturday afternoon. Although snow may have been non-existent for most of their drive to the track, snow guns had been running 24/7 to stockpile enough snow to create a race track which included the entire main hill. With the snow falling, the Pro Open class took to the track Saturday afternoon for the official start. It was last yearʼs reigning champion, Iain Hayden, out front. Jeremy VanDolder of Flying Dutchman Racing was in second place, with Rockstar Energy Drink rider Lee Butler hot on his heels. In the third lap, Butler took over second-place setting his sights on his teammate Hayden. VanDolder fell out of podium position in lap four when Dave Allard made the pass for third. In the end, it was Rockstar Energy Drink rider Iain Hayden on his

OTSFF Polaris with the win, followed by teammate Butler in second, and Allard who put his Ski-Doo in third place. On Sunday afternoon, the pro racers took to the track again and Hayden put his Rockstar/OTSFF Polaris out front from the drop of the flag. Allard looked comfortable in second place trying to close the gap between himself and Hayden as the race went on. In third place sat Maxime Taillefer who had just arrived at the event after an overnight drive. Taillefer said he wasnʼt even sure if he was going to make it to the track in time, so he dressed in his gear en route to the track! As the top three separated themselves, the battle appeared to be further back in the pack among riders who put on a great show for the crowd. When the checkers flew, it was Hayden taking the win, followed by Allard in second and Taillefer in third. New this year in the Pro-Lite division was the removal of the Pro-Lite open class. Pro-Lite racers will now compete in a stock final on both Saturday and Sunday afternoon. Due to a significant delay on

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the track on Saturday, safety was a concern as the sun went down. This prompted the decision to move the Pro Lite final to Sunday at noon. Riders were able to rest up for a big day on Sunday with two finals. At noon, the top 15 qualified racers lined up for the first Pro-Lite Final of the season. Out front off the start, was Jakob Rosko-Fong of Rockstar/Polaris/ OTSFF. A battle ensued between Rosko-Fong and Devin Wilson, with Wilson eventually taking over the lead. TOP RACERS PULL AWAY

At the half-way mark, Wilson, Rosko-Fong, and Chris Robertson began to distant themselves from the rest of the pack. At the checkered flag it was Wilson on Skidoo with the win, followed closely by RockstarEnergy Drink rider Rosko-Fong, in second place with Chris Robertson of Flying Dutchman Racing in third. After their final, the Pro-Lite racers went back to qualifying for their second final of the weekend. In the end, the line-up looked similar but with a few different faces. Wilson once again put his Skidoo out front and was dominating the race.

Tom Bachly got off to a great start holding onto second place until Chris Robertson found a chance to make a pass. It was a full sweep for Ski-Doo on the podium with Wilson in first, Robertson in second place and Bachly rounding out the top three. The Junior F1 Challenge is back again this year, thanks to Polaris & Arctic Cat. Each weekend, three local teens will get the lucky chance to participate in a Snowcross race absolutely free. Each participant is provided the use of either an Arctic Cat SP500 or Polaris Shift 550, all of the necessary safety equipment, and one-onone instruction with a Pro-Lite/Pro Instructor. This weekend, Kenyon Payne represented the local Polaris dealer Blackʼs Corners Motorsports and Trevor Scott was riding for Arctic Cat dealer, Nowell Motors. Both Payne and Scott received instruction and practice time with Pro-Lite racer Jaymie McPhail, before they lined up for their first-ever Snowcross race Sunday morning. Payne made his presence known by leading his first ever Snowcross race all the way up until five feet before the finish line when he passed at the last second, putting him in a very

respectable second place. Scott rode an incredible race looking comfortable on the sled and finishing in fourth place. In the second moto, Payne was in second place off the start and his competitive attitude just wouldnʼt let him wait until the last section to go for the pass. Payne went for the pass on the downhill and let his machine get away from him taking his first crash, but proudly getting up and walking away from it. Scott was able to keep his machine upright and rode to a third place finish. Hats off to great participants for an excellent first weekend of Snowcross racing. As Payne says, “I had such a blast! Now I just need Santa to bring me a snowcross sled!” Racing will take a break over the holidays and resume in Cochrane on Jan. 12 and 13 for the Cochrane Pro Snowcross. For full results in all classes and a complete list of event sponsors visit www.snowcross.com Keep updated on CSRA news with Race Time Radio, every Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET www.racetimeradio.com Stay up to date with CSRA news on Facebook and Twitter.

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Rink Rats claim B title in Deep River tournament Peter Clark peter.clark@metroland.com

The Rink Rat Pro Shop brought home B title hardware from the Deep River novice house hockey tournament Dec. 15. Things didnʼt look too promising for the Renfrew team at the beginning. They lost 8-0 to Pembroke. However, the Rink Rats blanked Arnprior behind the goaltending of Rylie Moore and a Peyton Gray marker 1-0 in the semifinal. Gavin Halk fired home a hat trick to land the Rink Rats to a 3-2 win over Petawawa in the B final. Moore also banked the shutout as the Rink Rats tied Petawawa 0-0 in league play. The goalless game was Mooreʼs third of the 2012-13 season. B.R. Fulton Construction tied Barryʼs Bay 2-2 in the peewee loop. Hunter Gilchrist and Carter Haaima scored in support of netminder Mason Lynch. The Peewee Timberwolves dropped a 3-0 decision on to the Muskrat Voyageurs, but bounced back with a 4-1 win over the Arnprior Packers in Upper Ottawa Valley Hockey League play. Reid Barber scored his clubleading 21st and 22nd goals of the season. Jared Burnette and Thomas Barber collected singles. Burnette also chalked up two assists. Luke Moran blocked 19 shots in the win. Jacob Miller tended goal in

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Braden Troutman had a big afternoon with 28 points to lead the St. Josephʼs Jaguars past the Bishop Smith Crusaders 69-39 in senior boys hoops action at the St. Josephʼs gymnasium last Wednesday. Evan Naismith also made a notable dent to the Jaguars attack with 16 points. The Junior Jaguars made it a sweep on the day with a close 53-48 win over their Pembroke rivals. Nathan Dyck had 17 points and Nych Paquette 16 for St. Josephʼs. Austin Taylor chipped in with seven points. On Tuesday (Dec. 11), the Junior Jaguars dropped a 5129 decision to LʼEquinoxe Patriotes at the St. Josephʼs gymnasium. Taylor had a fine 15-point performance for St. Josephʼs. Dyck added eight. The Jaguars were scheduled to have a rematch with Bishop Smith Monday in Pembroke. Those games were postponed due to the weather.

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Finnigan’s in dogfight as Eganville Tim Hortons Masters provincial curling coming to Renfrew league approaches homestretch Peter Clark peter.clark@metroland.com

Winning a league championship five years in a row guarantees one thing. Every team in the loop has its sites set on you every single night. For Finniganʼs Roadhouse, that challenge arrives every Friday night at the Eganville Arena. With a 4-2-and-3 record, the Renfrew club finds itself tied for third place in the six-team Eganville Hockey League. “We have a big game coming up (in January) against (league leading) Golden Lake (Thunderbirds),” coach Dave Gallagher said. “They are in first place with 13 points, so win and we are tied for first, lose, and we are four points back.” When your teamʼs name gets etched on the hardware five consecutive years, the coach knows you are a marked target in the eyes of the other teams. That just adds to the challenge. “As league champs, everybodyʼs gunning for you

every night. “The rest of the league is getting better every year,” Gallagher added. CHANGES IN LINEUP

“We are definitely missing some players (from last yearʼs team). But we have some new players that we can count on, Kip Mulvihill, Mike Newberry, Jordan Wall, Randy Smith, Tony Iob.” “We are starting to come together,” Gallagher added. Steve Bowes supplies the Renfrew squad with solid goalkeeping. Jeff Rathbone, Ryan Arbuthnot, Paul Simard, Tom Cobus, Matt Box and the Mullen brothers are among other returnees. “We are sound defensively,” the Finniganʼs coach said. “Because we lost a lot of snipers from last year, getting the puck in the net was going to be a challenge this year. “Brad Gould has come through. He is our leading point getter,” Gallagher noted. A lot of the names in the

EHL are familiar to Renfrew hockey fans, ex-Timberwolves both with Finniganʼs and the other clubs. They include Ben Harris, Clint Risto, Jason Bailey, Cheyenne Two-Axe and Chris Gienow, to name a few. The other teams are Golden Lake Thunderbirds, Killaloe Kings, Bonnechere Beavers, Pembroke Auto Sales and Eganvilleʼs M.W. Miller Loggers. FRIDAY NIGHT ACTION

“Itʼs great hockey if anybody wants to make their way up to Eganville,” Gallagher adds. “Games are at 8, 9 and 10 oʼclock every Friday night.” Finniganʼs takes on Pembroke at 8 p.m. Jan. 4. Coach Gallagher is looking forward to the remaining six games of the regular-season schedule, and more so, the start of the 2012-13 playoffs in February. He enters the home stretch with his usual quiet confidence in his team. “I think weʼre definitely in the mix for six.”

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The Renfrew Curling Rink is once again hosting the Tim Hortons Masters menʼs and womenʼs provincial curling championships. This yearʼs event, to be held Jan. 9 to 12, promises to be a fun and entertaining for players and spectators. This championship is for curlers 60 years and over. It will feature exciting curling as these folks have had time

to perfect their game. Eight menʼs and eight womenʼs teams from all over Ontario will compete in a round-robin format. The theme is Homecoming, as we welcome back competitors from across the province. The 16 teams will be representing 14 communities. The Brant Curling Club and Rideau Curling Club are each represented by both womenʼs and menʼs teams. We are pleased to welcome all of you who wish

to come to watch and support the teams as they put their skills to the test. There is no entry fee to watch the games. Come out and cheer them on. If you canʼt make it in person, you can follow all the action, and see the upto-date scores by going to www.ovca2013masters.com or www.renfrewcurlingrink. ovca.com. Follow the link to CogecoTV to see game highlights. Or you can watch complete games on Cogeco.

Dust off your skates at Ma-Te-Way Peter Clark peter.clark@metroland.com

The Christmas holiday season has arrived, and with it the Renfrew Recreation Department invites you to get the blades out and attend any or all of seven free public skating sessions at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre.

The free 60 or 90-minute sessions are offered as a part of Frewfit-Renfrew Gets Active. They are: • Thursday, Dec. 27 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.; • Friday, Dec. 28 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., and; • Saturday, Dec. 29 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

There are also four free public skates in the first week of January 2013. • Wednesday, Jan. 2 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.; • Thursday, Jan. 3 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. • Friday, Jan. 4 from 1 to 2:30 p.m., and; • Saturday, Jan. 5 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Five players battle for men’s hockey scoring lead Five players have reached or eclipsed the 20-point plateau 11 games into the Renfrew Menʼs Hockey League. Perhaps not so surprisingly, four of the five are members of league-leading

McGrimmonʼs Holdings. Chad Mullen has taken over top spot with six goals and 20 assists. Two points behind is Justin Riopelle of Milowen (1113-24).

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Kids wearing team sweaters admitted free at Wolves minor hockey night Dec. 30 Peter Clark peter.clark@metroland.com

The Renfrew Timberwolves are playing three games over the Christmas season in the Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League. The first was on Dec. 23 when they travelled to Arnprior to take on the Packers. A win was needed for the Wolves to maintain second place in the Valley Division standings. Because of early holiday press times, no result was available. The Wolves travel to Perth Friday to take on the divisionleading Blue Wings at 7:45

p.m. The final home game is 2012 is against the Clarence Creek Beavers of the Metro Division Sunday evening. Game time at the Ma-TeWay Activity Centre is 7:30 p.m. Itʼs also Minor Hockey Night. All kids in minor hock-

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Community Living for Christmas Community Living Renfrew County South held a Christmas craft and bake sale at their Renfrew office on Raglan Street Friday afternoon Dec. 7. There was no shortage of goodies. From left in front are Mark Humphries, Sylvia Cote, Geraldine Prince and Jerry Maloney; and behind, Gloria Tunn and Isabel Wilson.

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MUNICIPAL NOMINATIONS AT TEMPERANCE HALL TONIGHT: Ratepayers of Renfrew are to assemble at the Temperance Hall tonight for the annual civic school and hospital nominations. Candidates nominated will have 24 hours in which to decide to stand or withdraw. Unlike as in Parliamentary campaigns, it is never known definitely until the eleventh hour who are to see election. The date finds Mayor Wade in a sick bed, but with his son Frederick A., a councillor for three years willing to stand up for the mayoralty, this at the

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TWO NAMES OMITTED FROM LIST OF SUCCESSFUL TEACHERS: In the list of these teachers-in-training at the Renfrew Model School who had been successful in getting their five-year certificates, given in The Mercury last week, two names were omitted, those of Miss Maggie McLeese of Oshawa and Miss Pearl Smith of Snake River. The omission had almost serious result for one of the two. She had been engaged as teacher in a school and when the trustees did not find her name in The Mercury, they thought they might have to see elsewhere. The Mercury took its list from the Ottawa papers, where the same omission was made, but Toronto papers had the correct list. WHITE LAKE GREAT LOSS: On Thursday night last the little village of White Lake suffered a calamity, in the destruction by fire of the grist mill belonging to James Paris. There is no idea what caused the conflagration. Mr. Paris shut it up at 6, went back at 7, and everything was alright when he left. At 11 oʼclock the mill was in flames, and was burned to the foundations. Mr. Paris carried no insurance and his loss will be heavy. Heavy also will be the loss to the community, for the mill drew trade to the little village from a large area of county, from as far as Galetta and Pakenham. Our informant did not know what Mr. Paris would do as to rebuilding.

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SNOW REMOVAL available in Renfrew and surrounding area. Call 613-432-1610

BUSINESS SERVICES !!A-1!! DUMP RUNS, Appliance repair, parts for sale, appliance removal (small-fee), Moving available with trailer. Support Your Locals. Fast Service. Marc 613-889-9768, 613-623-9768, Arnprior ACCOUNTING CHRONICLE DIAMOND AWARD WINNER 2009, 2010 & 2011 Saturn Accounting Services 613-832-4699

THANK YOU

COMMERCIAL RENT

Commercial office space available. Prime location on main street Renfrew. Please call McGrimmon Holdings, 613-433-5879

FOR RENT 1 BEDROOM apartment Arnprior, gorgeous, renovated, hardwood, appliances, window treatments, heat, water, and parking included. Many extras, quiet, secure, non-smoking, pet-free building. $800 Call 613-296-4521 1 BEDROOM includes utilities, clean quiet tenant wanted, newly renovated, no pets, $700 plus last months rent. 613-623-9651

THANK YOU

Merry Christmas

Season’s Greetings to all. A.E. Buff Laventure HELP WANTED

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HELP WANTED

2 bedroom 1st floor apt in quiet smoke free seniors building. Appliances & parking with plug in included. Laundry facilities in building. Call 613-432-4909 2 BEDROOM Apt, 71 Sullivan Cres, Arnprior Available now, includes heat, water, fridge, stove and parking. Laundry on site. $725 Info 819-661-0638 2 Bedroom apt Oak St. fridge, stove, parking, $625/month plus hydro. One year lease. First/last & references required. 613-433-3053 252 John St N, 2 blocks south of hospital, 2-bedroom, renovated, clean, quiet, safe, petfriendly, includes parking, locker, fridge, stove, hood fan, 613-299-7501 ARNPRIOR - spacious splitlevel home - very clean and well maintained - all appliances included - $1350.00/mo plus utilities - non smokers no pets - available Dec 10th references required - 1st and last months rent required 613-860-8200 ARNPRIOR 2 Bdrm Apt. available Immediately. $800 + utilities. First & last months rent required. Seniors Preferred. References required. PH: 613-297-1784.

ARNPRIOR ALWAYS CLEAN, MODERN Secure 1&2 Bedroom apts. on First Avenue. Fridge, stove, parking incl. Discounts for mature tenants. 623-8537 after 6pm ARNPRIOR, Beautiful waterfront home, 2 bedroom plus den, 2.5 bath. Swimming, fishing, boating, Available Immediately, $1800/month plus utilities. 613-623-1872 www.arnpriorwaterfront.com BRIGHT & SPACIOUS 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom Available immediately at 41 Russell, Arnprior. Quiet and mature building features laundry facilities on each floor and private parking. $675+utilities and $775+utilities. Call Eddy 613-623-6330 Cobden Immediate $575/month, 1 bedroom apt first floor, free parking, pay own utilities, smoke free building, prefer no pets, 613-851-4630 Country living 3 bdrm apt in duplex house. $575/ month plus heat & hydro. References first & last, small pets. Available Feb. 1st, 2013. 5 kms to town. 613-433-8975 Large 3 bedroom town house in Fairbrooke Ct. Finished family room with fireplace, 3 bathrooms. Available immediately. Call Cheryl 613-327-9992

GARAGE SALE BUSINESS SERVICES

GEORGE’S BARBER SHOP 47 McGarry Ave Renfrew Phone 333893

613-432-9335

PROFESSIONAL HANDYMAN The “Honey Do This� Company

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To my husband Bill, my family, my sons-in-law, grandchildren and great grandchildren for the love and attention given to me this year. I have been most unfortunate as my diabetes has progressed into renal failure, I now had to leave my home and move into a living establishment where I now live so I can have dialysis in Renfrew twice a week. I wish to thank a special thanks to Anita Schubrink who cooks meals for Bill. She has certainly been a God-send for Bill and I. May God bless each and everyone of you.

2 Bedrm apartment, downtown Arnprior, $725/mo, heat included. Call Greg Townley Broker of Record, Mather Insurance & Real Estate 613-623-3939.

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

FOR SALE

IN MEMORIAM

Newer 2-story 1500 Sq Ft Semi Detached, available January 1, in a very desirable neighborhood. 3 Bedrooms, 1 1/2 Bathrooms, Rear deck, attached single car garage, paved driveway, A/C, 5 appliances. $1300/ month plus utilities, 613-623-6589

HEADING SOUTH This winter? Let us arrange your travel insurance. Call Eady Insurance 613-432-8543 or 1-888-275-3239

BOWES, May In loving memory of a dear Aunt who passed away January 1st

*HOT TUB (SPA) Covers-Best Price. Best quality. All shapes and colours. Call 1-866-652-6837. www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper

Deep in the heart lies a picture, of a loved one laid to rest, In memory’s frame we shall keep it, because she was one of the best.

PAKENHAM, 1 bedroom apartment, fridge, stove, laundry facility. Available Immediately, $675/month +hydro. 613-297-4888

HELP WANTED Looking for persons willing to speak to small groups, 1 on 1 presentations. A car and internet necessary. Diana (866)306-5858.

Private room and bath for rent in home on Bonnechere River, within easy walk of downtown Renfrew. Use of family room and laundry room. Clean, quiet. Tenant must like dogs and be non smoking. Available Jan 1, 2013, $450 per month, utilities and WIFI included. References please. 613-432-4500

EVENINGS, Weekends, and overnight childcare available in Arnprior. Please call Carrie @ 613-623-0486

FOR SALE

HUNTING SUPPLIES

!!20+APPLIANCES!! Nearlynew washers, dryers, fridges, stoves freezers. Warrantied, delivered. Appliance repair, parts for sale, disposal, dishwasher installation. Support your locals! For viewing, Marc 613-889-9768. Arnprior

Hunter Safety/ Canadian Firearms Courses and exams throughout the year. Organize a course and yours is free. Call Wenda Cochran 613-256-2409.

Barley and Wheat Straw For Sale. Delivery Available. Barclay Dick & Son Farm Supply. 613-649-2620 or 613-649-2440 For Sale Queen Size box spring & mattress. Phone 613-432-8799

Wanted- 6 hunters for hunt camp. Great camp, hydro, water, oil heat. Camp sleeps 16 persons. Non-smoking camp, casual drinking allowed Homecooked meals. Camp 100 ft off County Rd 511. Please call Glen Sweeney at 613-259-5293 for details.

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GARAGE SALE

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COUNTY OF RENFREW Employment Opportunity BONNECHERE MANOR Long Term Care Home

KANATA Available Immediately 3 bedroom townhouse, 1.5 baths, 2 appliances, unďŹ nished basement, one parking spot. $1038 per month plus utilities.

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Applications being Applications being accepted from accepted from Mature Tenants Mature Tenants

Offering affordable one & two bedroom apartments.

2nd floor unit (with 2nd floor unit (with elevator access) elevator access) available. 2 bedrooms, available. 2 bedrooms, covered balcony, car covered car plug in, 5balcony, appliances plugair in,conditioning. 5 appliances and and conditioning. Noair pets allowed. No pets allowed.

For a viewing and more information call Derek McGrimmon

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Carpentry, Repairs, Rec Rooms, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates, 25 years experience. 613-832-2540

COURSES Welding Lessons. Learn ARC, M.I.G, Safety and Theory, Learn Cutting Techniques with the Torches, Small Classes, Beginners Welcomed, Certificate Course, Hands On, Tax Deductible, Bob’s Welding, 432-7932

FOR RENT

BUSINESS SERVICES

APARTMENTS IN SECURE BUILDING s "RIGHT /NE 4WO BEDROOM UNITS WITH FRIDGE STOVE CARPETING THROUGHOUT ELEVATOR GROUND mOOR LAUNDRY ROOM BALCONIES ON ND RD mOORS WALK OUT PATIO ON GROUND mOOR FREE PARKING WITH OUTDOOR OUTLET s #ENTRAL LOCATION 0LEASE RESPECTFULLY NO PETS NO SMOKERS Campbell View & Campbell Place, Robert Street, Arnprior

613-623-7207 for viewing appointment

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HUNTER SAFETY Canadian Firearms Course. Courses and exams held throughout the year. Will do Private groups as well. Call Kevin 613-432-5192 kevin.white@bell.net

adrienne.barr@metroland.com

BABY BRAG

HUNTER SAFETY

Email

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613.623.6571

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DEADLINE: TUESDAY AT NOON.

Bonnechere Manor, a safe and caring community to live, work and enjoy life.

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BABY BRAG 2013 Introducing the Community’s Newest Members Published Thursday January 31st, 2013 In the Arnprior Chronicle-Guide EMC, and Renfrew Mercury EMC

Deadline Friday January 11th, 2013 at 3 pm. Submissions can be made to:

Arnprior OfďŹ ce – 613-623-6571 8 McGonigal Street W, Arnprior Baby submissions: adrienne.barr@metroland.com

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Renfrew OfďŹ ce – 613-432-3655 35 Opeongo Road, Renfrew Baby submissions: christy.barker@metroland.com

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COE, Sherri Lynn December 28 2002

HIGHWAY COACH DRIVERS REQUIRED CL420324_1220

If you have: AZ,BZ, or CZ Operators licence. Clean abstract Several years experience Good driving record and references Please deliver or send your C.V. and related documents to: 100 INDUSTRIAL AVENUE, CARLETON PLACE, ON K7C 3T2 NO APPLICATIONS BY TELEPHONE PLEASE

To us you were so special, What more is there to say, Except to wish with all our hearts, That you were here today. They say that time heals everything, But we know it isn’t so, We miss you just as much today, As we did 10 years ago. Love Ron, Tammy, Mallory, Jamie Emmett and Charlie

HELP WANTED

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

HYLAND, Shirley Margaret (nee Hogan) September 18, 1933 December 28, 2010

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In loving memory of our beloved mother who passed away two years ago. Every day, in some small way, Memories of you come my way, Though absent, you are always near. Still missed, still loved, Forever dear. Lovingly remembered, Jill and Jean Breton and Family

HELP WANTED

CLR402620

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Finance and Administration Fundraising / Philanthropy Proposal Writing in the Not for Profit Sector Community collaboration / liaison Human Resources Public Relations Social Enterprise Good interpersonal/communication skills working with volunteers, community partners, board members, etc.

Please describe the attributes you could offer our organization in a letter, marked “Private and Confidential, to the Board Chair, Renfrew County United Way, 1330 Pembroke Street West, Unit B, Pembroke, ON K8A 7A3 by Monday, January 14, 2013. We thank everyone for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Anyone seeking information about our organization is encouraged to visit our website at www.renfrewcountyunitedway.ca

We thank everyone for applying, however only those candidates who are qualified will be contacted for an interview.

Full-Time Employment Opportunity OPIOID COMMUNITY TREATMENT CASE MANAGER

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Due to the unexpected resignation of its Executive Director, the Renfrew County United Way is looking at its future options for staffing. We are seeking “Expressions of Interest� from persons who have expertise in one or more of the following areas:

Experienced Commercial Shop Foreman & Cabinet Makers Premier quality commercial cabinetry & millwork facility is looking to add to our exceptional team. We are recruiting experienced, positive & energetic applicants for the immediate position/s of: r 1SPEVDUJPO .BOBHFS 4IPQ 'PSFNBO r $BCJOFU .BLFS +PVSOFZNBO The ideal candidates will have 4 or more years of experience, preferably in a commercial shop. Successful candidates should have demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, highly diversified environment where multiple projects are running simultaneously or overlapping. Superior multitasking, attention to detail and the utmost quality and safety attributes are a must. We offer competitive compensation packages, flexible, friendly working environment with many unique projects and learning opportunities. To apply, please submit your resume to: info@bodescabinets.com or fax to 613-622-1219.

Warehouse Supervisor Metroland East Distribution Centre is seeking an experienced warehouse supervisor to join our team.

The Renfrew Victoria Hospital Addictions Treatment Service has received new funding to establish and operate a Community Opioid Treatment Program.

Reporting directly to the Production Manager, you will take full accountability for the management of day-to-day operations of the automated production of yer inserting into newspapers, as well as ongoing development of a diverse team. This is a hands-on position, with an emphasis on attention to detail. You will be required to work a shift rotation. Key responsibilities will include: UĂŠĂŠĂŠĂŠ ÂˆĂ€iVĂŒÂˆÂ˜}ĂŠ>ĂŠĂœ>Ă€iÂ…ÂœĂ•ĂƒiĂŠĂŒi>Â“ĂŠÂˆÂ˜ĂŠ`>ˆÂ?ÞÊ work ow UĂŠĂŠ ÂœÂ˜ĂŒĂ€ÂœÂ?Â?ˆ˜}ĂŠ>˜`ĂŠÂ“ÂœÂ˜ÂˆĂŒÂœĂ€ÂˆÂ˜}ĂŠĂŒÂ…>ĂŒĂŠ>Â?Â?ĂŠ deliveries are in line with productivity and scheduling requirements UĂŠĂŠ"Ă€}>˜ˆâˆ˜}ĂŠvĂ€iˆ}Â…ĂŒĂŠĂƒVÂ…i`Ă•Â?iĂƒĂŠĂŒÂ…Ă€ÂœĂ•}Â…ĂŠ effective and ďŹ scally responsible scheduling with freight companies This is an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant, dynamic and expanding company. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, possess sound time management abilities, superior communication skills, and the capacity to relate to people on all levels of the production process. Essential requirements: UĂŠĂŠĂŠ*Ă€ÂœĂ›iÂ˜ĂŠÂ?i>`iĂ€ĂƒÂ…ÂˆÂŤĂŠĂƒÂŽÂˆÂ?Â?Ăƒ]ĂŠĂœÂˆĂŒÂ…ĂŠ>ĂŠ proactive attitude UĂŠĂŠ ÂˆÂ˜ÂˆÂ“Ă•Â“ĂŠĂŽĂŠĂži>Ă€Ăƒ½ĂŠĂœ>Ă€iÂ…ÂœĂ•ĂƒiÉ logistics experience UĂŠ iVÂ…>˜ˆV>Â?Â?ĂžĂŠÂˆÂ˜VÂ?ˆ˜i` UĂŠ ĂŠÂŽiiÂ˜ĂŠiĂžiĂŠvÂœĂ€ĂŠ`iĂŒ>ˆÂ?ĂŠ>˜`ĂŠĂƒ>viĂŒĂž To express your interest in this position please email your application to rconium@perfprint.ca by Jan 4, 2013. We thank everyone for your submissions but only those suitable candidates will be contacted.

Individuals with a B.A., B.S.W., or S.S.W. and a minimum of two years related clinical experience are invited to apply. Demonstrated skills in addiction interventions with an emphasis on opioid speciďŹ c treatment and methadone case management, knowledge of community health and social service resources, previous experience in program development, and an understanding of motivational interviewing techniques are required. CertiďŹ cation as an Addiction Counsellor, bilingualism, and work experience partnering with aboriginal, youth and other underserved populations are employment assets. The successful candidate needs to be a exible/creative team member who is able to work independently using a clientcentered, solution-focused approach. This position requires access to personal transportation and possession of a valid driver’s license. QualiďŹ ed candidates are invited to submit their resumes in writing by 12:00 hours on January 2, 2013 to:

Julia Boudreau Vice President, Corporate Services Renfrew Victoria Hospital 499 Raglan Street North Renfrew, Ontario K7V 1P6

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Although we appreciate all responses, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Renfrew Victoria Hospital is an equal opportunity employer; a recent criminal record check is a requirement for employment. Visit our webpage at www.renfrewhosp.com to learn more.

Celebrate a life just begun! Call now for more information 1.877.298.8288 22 The Renfrew Mercury EMC - Thursday, December 27, 2012

DEATH NOTICE

LEGAL

HYLAND, Shirley In loving memory of our mom and Nanny Shirley Hyland who passed away Dec. 28, 2010. There is a precious flower, Still blooming in our hearts, That holds so many memories, We know not where to start. The memories of our mother, Of days both good and bad, Of things that made us happy, And things that made us sad. There was always a special someone, To brighten up our day, And make our life worth living, In a sweet and special way, We wish that we had told her, Just what she meant to us, We did not know without her, How lonely life would be. She smiled through every heartache, And laughed away our tears, Oh how we’ve grown to love her, Throughout those many years. And though we live without her, There will never be another, To replace our precious flower, Our one and only mother.

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HYLAND, Shirley September 18, 1933 December 28, 2010

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Two years have already passed, Yet it still feels like yesterday, My life is lonely without you, But somehow I’m finding my way, You were sweet, honest and true. The world’s greatest Mom, That was you.

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Sadly missed, Never Forgotten, Love Jeff MCNULTY, At this special time of year we remember, Murray Dec. 5, 1983 Mark July 23, 1987 Randy Nov. 9, 1992 Dad Nov. 3, 2007 Mom Dec. 8, 2011 Life is but a stopping place, A pause in what’s to be, A resting place along the road, to sweet eternity. We all have different journeys, Different paths along, the way, We all were meant to learn some things, but never meant to stay... Our destination is a place, Far greater than we know. For some the journey’s quicker, For some the journey’s slow. And when the journey finally ends, We’ll claim a great reward, And find an everlasting peace, Together with the Lord. Forever in our hearts Donna & Terry Lori & Lee & families

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PRAYERS Prayer to the Blessed Virgin, never to fail! Oh, most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in necessity, Oh Star of the Sea. Help me and show me, here you are my mother. Oh Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to secure me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have a recourse to thee (3 times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then you must publish it and it will be granted to you. D.S. CLR402312

McVEAN, Bernadette

August 13, 1913 – December 19, 2012 Peacefully at the Almonte Country Haven in the early morning hours of Wednesday, December 19th, 2012. Mary Bernadette McVean; formerly of Arnprior at the age of 99 years. Dear daughter of the late John Joseph Nugent and the late Elizabeth Levi. Beloved wife of the late Howard McVean ((January 7th, 1981). Dearly loved mother of Kathryn McVean of Ottawa and Don McVean (Joyce) of White Lake. Dear sister of Loretto Syme (late Orville) of Almonte and Teresa Johnston (late Hank) of Ottawa and sisterin-law of Alice McVean (late Clifford) of Arnprior. Predeceased by 2 sisters: Kathleen O’Donnell (late Wilfrid) and Rose Coady (late Raymond) as well as 2 brothers: Gerald Nugent (late Marie) and Tom Nugent (late Myrtle). Cherished “Granny� of Paul McVean and Ryan McVean (Jennifer Leblanc). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends were invited to pay their respects at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Friday, December 21st from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Saturday morning, December 22nd from 9:15 until 10:15 a.m. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in St. John Chrysostom Church, Arnprior on Saturday morning, December 22nd at 11 o’clock. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery. In memory of Bernadette, a donation to the Almonte Country Haven “Resident Programming� or St. John Chrysostom Parish Memorial Fund would be appreciated by her family. Members of the CWL assembled at the funeral home for prayers on Friday afternoon at 3 o’clock. Condolences/Tributes/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca CLR402444

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IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

JOHN VANDERWAL

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

December 28th, 2011

Aug 3, 1950 – Dec 24, 2011

We remember:

How much you loved your family. Your warm hugs and kisses. Arms that held us close to protect us. Words of wisdom and nurturing. Your sparkling blue eyes. Your smile and laugh. Your quick wit and sense of humour. How you could charm and tease. Always quick to give a helping hand. Your generosity to those in need.

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You were “The wind beneath our wings” And you taught us how to fly.

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Darlene and family

It’s hard to believe a year has passed and you won’t be walking through our doors. Saddened by days we can no longer share with you; our hearts are heavy and tears still fall. We cherish the love and memories you gave us and hold them close in our hearts. Your spirit will be forever with us. We shall celebrate your life. The circle of love is not broken.

The night you left Snow was falling, soft and beautiful; And the wind was blowing, gentle yet strong. Just like you, soft and beautiful. Just like you, gentle yet strong. The night you left Jesus was waiting, loving and tender; And He welcomed you home, peaceful and at rest. Just like you, loving and tender. Just like you, peaceful and at rest. -CJR

We thank God for the time we had together short as it was. Our Blessings were many. Some day we hope to meet again

Elizabeth Linton

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Forever in our hearts, Diane, Angela, Jennifer, Joe, Alica, Kristin, Ethan , Jacob, and all our families

In loving memory of a dear wife

Harold Leitch

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We carry your love and memory in our hearts every day. We miss you so much. Love you forever. - Carrie, Laurie, Karen, Kristen, Connie, Luis, Randy and Tammy

1954 – 2011 2 years ago January 2nd, 2011

You are never more than a thought away, Quietly remembered, every day, No need for words, Except to say, Still loved, still missed, In every way. Love Mom Charlotte and Families

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Oscar, Lana, Jimmy

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GLEN BRESSON

To those I love and those who loved me When I am gone, release me, let me go I have so many things to see and do You must not tie yourself to me with tears Be happy that we had so many beautiful years I gave to you my love, you can only guess How much you gave to me in happiness I thank you for the love you’ve shown me But now it’s time I travel on, alone So grieve a while for me if you must Then let your grief be comforted by trust It’s only for a while that we must part So bless the memories within your hearts I won’t be far away, for life goes on So, if you need me, call and I will come Though you can’t see or touch me I’ll be near and if you listen with your hearts You’ll hear all my love around you Soft and clear; and then when you must Come this way alone, I’ll greet you with a Smile and say, “Welcome Home”

and mother who left us suddenly Dec. 30, 2004 To the dearest Mom this world could hold With a wonderful smile & a heart of gold To those who knew her all will know How much we lost 8 years ago What we would give if we could say “Hello Mom” in the same old way To hear you laugh & see you smile To sit with you & talk awhile So you who have a Mom Cherish her with loving care For you never know the heartache Until you see the empty chair So until we meet again someday Always loved & never forgotten

IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory

Mylne Barr Aug 20, 1939 – Dec 24, 2009

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January 1, 2012 You never said I’m leaving, You never said good bye, You were gone before we knew it, And only God knows why. A million times we needed you, A million times we cried, If love alone could have saved you, You never would have died. In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still.... In our hearts you hold a special place, That no one could ever fill. It broke our hearts to loose you, But you didn’t go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home. Love you & Miss you every single day! Your daughters, Ange & Steph

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Student representatives in St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School’s angels program, in front row from left, are Bianca Smith, Liam Anstey, Maebel Visinski, James Russett, Sarah Palmer and Duncan Lennox; second row, Jake MacLeod, Alyssa Droppo, Alexandra Lennox, Angus Duchene, Natasha Bulger, Ethan Kenopic, Emily Saumure, Savannah Brown, Delaney Grey, Hannah Curry; and back row, Danielle Cliche, Raya Droppo, Nathan Plunkett and Griffin Campbell.

like to acknowledge other ʻgifts from the heartʼ that were donated to share with families in our own school who could benefit from assistance at Christmas.

Connie Dick St. Thomas the Apostle School

As a Catholic school within the Renfrew County Catholic District School Board, we as a school advocate and respond to the call of the poor, both locally and globally. This year the staff and students of St. Thomas the Apostle chose to support Angels in our own community. The families of STA were extremely generous and each class provided several gifts for a child. The outpouring of kindness and very generous donations during the Advent season was remarkable. The St. Thomas the Apostle School community would also

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Kim and Mike Sterling from No Frills donated $200, which is greatly appreciated. And Harvey and Janet McLaughlin and their euchreplaying friends, The Card Sharks, donated $200 each to a number of schools in our area. As well, thank you to Sport Renfrew for their generous donation of $500. Many thanks to all. We appreciate your generosity and support!

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DRIVERS NEEDED Renfrew and Area Seniors’ Home Support is in need of volunteer drivers to assist seniors and adults with disabilities to get to their medical appointments out of town. While this is not a paid position, drivers receive mileage to help offset the cost of the drives. Call 613-432-7691.

HOMES WANTED Do you love to decorate? Would you be willing to showcase your home for a good cause? The Renfrew Victoria Hospital Auxiliary has started

planning for its 2013 Christmas House Tour. Interested? Call Marilyn 432-5237.

There will be two $500 jackpots. Trivia Night in supporting of Miss Teen Ontario East. All proceeds used to heighten Childhood Cancer Awareness. 8 p.m. at Douglas Tavern. $10 per person. Teams of six preferred.

FREE SKATING Dec. 27 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Dec. 28 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Dec. 29 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre. No cost skating is offered as part of Frewfit – Renfrew Gets Active.

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DEC. 27 AND 28 The Renfrew Recreation Centre gymnasium is open for free play from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Volleyball, basketball, badminton and floor hockey equipment is available for use. Get out and get active this holiday season. No charge.

DEC. 28 Bingo at the Royal Canadian Legion in Renfrew. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Denbigh-Griffith Lions Club New Year’s Eve party at Griffith Hall, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Cost $20 per person. Disc jockey, Hats and party favours, snacks, champagne toast, midnight buffet and prizes to be won. New Year’s Eve at the Wing. Live entertainment by Fifth Street. Country and Classic Rock. Doors open at 8 p.m. Music from 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Light Lunch. Tickets at the Wing Office 613-432-4485 or lounge 613432-9155. Tickets $10.

The United Way Campaign has been extended to Dec. 31 to allow workplaces that sponsor internal payroll deduction campaigns to complete their activities, and for other potential donors to forward their contributions prior to year-end. The Campaign Touchdown has been postponed from Dec. 6 to Friday, Jan. 11 at 7 p.m. at the Pembroke Legion. Dance to the music of Gypsy Routes.

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Jan. 2 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Jan. 3 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Jan. 4 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.; Jan. 5 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre. No-cost skating is part of Frewfit – Renfrew Gets Active.

Freemasons lunch 12 noon at the Rocky Mountain House Restaurant, Renfrew. Learn about Freemasonry. Barry Sansom 613-433-9038. Wives and girlfriends are welcome.

The January Valley Singles Lunch will be held at Buster’s Bar & Grill in Carleton Place at 12:30 p.m. For more information, please call Fay at 613-256-8117 or Johanna at 613-4327622. Renfrew Legion Ladies Auxiliary euchre at 1 p.m. $8.00 per person. Light lunch served.

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JAN. 3, 2013 Renfrew Silver Seniors noon luncheon at the Renfrew Legion. Membership $5 per year.

Renfrew Legion Branch 148 Ladies’ Auxiliary soup and sandwich. Cost $4, plus $1 for dessert. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Shulist accepts Stolem Medal from the University of Gdunsk Ray (The Kashub Man) Chapeskie. Shulist, who was born in Renfrew, also created the Kashub Day Festival – a celebration of Kashubian heritage and paying honour to the Blessed Mother of Sianowo, Queen of Kaszebe and the Kashub people. He also initiated Kashubian Embroidery classes in schools with help from Theresa Chapeskie the Kashubian embroidery queen, and connecting with Zukowo, Kaszebe the birthplace of Kashubian embroidery. Shulist also created the Kashubian Griffins hockey, golf and curling sport teams and has been building a friendship bridge between Kashubs in the Nation of Kaszebe and Kashubs in Canada He is also bridging Kashubs around the world through www.kashub.com, where his goal is to bridge all Kashubs around the world. The website shows what Kashubs are doing in their community to promote and preserve the Kashubian culture. Shulist quotes Noble Peace Prize winner (1885) Gunter Grass, a writer and author

Dave Shulist with the Stolem Medal. of many books promoting Kashubian identity. “For the folks who do not know. The small Nation of Kaszebe has been governed by many different Nation such as Sweden, Danish, French, but mostly by the German, Prussian and Polish,” Shulist wrote in a news release about the award. “The German were always saying that the Kashubs are German and Polish would

say that the Kashubs are Polish and Mr. Grass wrote, ʻNot German enough for the Germans Not Polish enough for the Polish. Kashubs are Kashubs.ʼ” Shulist said he was humbled to be in the same group as other past recipients of the honour. “I still cannot believe that a peasant like myself from the Madawaska Valley has been selected among scholars like Donald Tusk, Gunter Grass, Josef Chelmowski, Eugeniusz Pryczkowski, Arch Bishop Tadeusz Goclowski. “It feels great to make a difference. I donʼt know if I am giant, but on the 24th of November in Gdunsk, I felt like a giant among my ancestors people,” he wrote. “At the ceremonies, I made sure that this win was not just mine, but for all the people who helped me in promoting and preserving the Kashubian identity.” “It is never about one person. It is always about a team. A vision without action is a nightmare. I was blessed by the good Lord with a vision, and my teammates put it into action. Thank you for being

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part of the journey. “Being a Kashubian Stolem sounds like a lot of work, but for this Kashub, it is a lot of fun. Heritage is my favourite hobby. I have never felt more proud to be Kashubian from the greatest country in the

world, CANADA, where you can express your cultural roots with pride. To be connected to the homeland of my ancestors is very special, so this win is dedicated to their hard work in building our communities here in the Valley.” R0011836051

The Pomorania Student Organization of the University of Gdunsk) has awarded Dave Shulist (aka Johnny Kashub) the Stolem Medal The distinction is awarded to a person whose contribution to the promotion, cultivation and development of the Kashubian heritage, language, literature and culture is outstanding and admirable.” The word ʻstolemʼ is a Kashubian word that translates to ʻgiant.ʼ The honour was betowed at the Old Town Hall in Gdunsk, the capital city of Kaszebe – The Nation of the Kashub people. This award has been handed out since 1967 and the organization started in 1962, marking its 50th anniversary this part year. Shulist was recognized for promoting and preserving the Kashubian identity, the Nation of Kashubia/ Kaszebe, and the Kashub people, culture, language and nationality. He was also honoured for starting the Valley Heritage Radio show Radio Kaszebe, giving the Kashub people a voice on the air waves, with help from good friend

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