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School project aids those in need

By Ron Giofu

A trio of local Grade 8 students not only worked on their school assignment, but they will be helping people in need at the same time.

Kohen Sieben, Micah Moore and Kaven Garner teamed up on the project but it grew bigger than they anticipated. They ended up raising $444, with half being donated to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Amherstburg and the other half to be devoted to purchasing goods that will be distributed to the homeless.

Each Stella Maris Catholic Elementary School student will receive $70 to purchase items like blankets, food, drinks, sleeping bags and other supplies a homeless person would need.

“We had a school project for religion class,” explained Moore. “It was about what to do to make the world a better place.”

The three young men decided to split the proceeds between the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and distributing straight to the homeless. They started a Go Fund Me fundraising website and it quickly took off. They also had the support of their parents and other family members, as word got out about their fundraising efforts through the social media accounts of their loved ones.

“We shared it a lot on social media,” said Moore.

The extra boost that came from their families and friends paid off, they added.

“We really surpassed our goal, by a

lot,” said Garner.

“Our goal was $150,” Sieben added. “I remember on the first day we passed it and we were so happy.”

Sieben added that a lot of people lost their jobs – about 1.4 million in Ontario according to his research – and they wanted to help them in their own way.

“It was an inspiration to try and help people in need,” said Sieben.

“We’re overwhelmed by how much money we got,” added Moore.

Moore’s mother Tammy explained that many of the items will be brought to Water World in Windsor as part of an initiative through the family’s church, St. Mark’s Evangelical Church in Colchester. The families from the church go to Windsor, pop the trunks or hatchbacks of their vehicles and those in need come and pick out the supplies they require.

“They only take what they need,” Tammy explained.

“The smallest thing can help the homeless people,” Moore added.

Sharron Bombardier, president of the local chapter of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, was impressed by the work and the generosity the three students put in.

“I think it’s amazing they had the foresight to do this,” said Bombardier.

“Everything is what a person on the street can use.”

While the Amherstburg chapter of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul doesn’t work a lot with homeless people, their Windsor chapter Divine Mercy does more of that and Bombardier knows the work of the local students will be appre-

A trio of local students raised $444 to be split towards helping the homeless in the region as well as the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Amherstburg. Sharron Bombardier, president of the local chapter of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, accepts the cheque from students Kohen Sieben, Kaven Garner and Micah Moore. RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

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“In town, we’ll buy food with it and keep our cupboards stocked,” said Bombardier.

Bombardier added they also try to help local residents in need in other

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As for the $220 donation from Sieben, Moore and Garner, Bombardier added “it’ll all be used for a good cause and it will all be used in Amherstburg.”

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By Ron Giofu A local medicine and virtual walk-in clinic is on the move.

MD Connected has now set up shop within Rexall at 71 Sandwich St. S. in Amherstburg. MD Connected CEO Venky Waylagro said they have a new, state-ofthe-art clinic at Rexall.

“In addition to the walk-in clinic, we'll be offering addiction services as well,” he said. “The addiction services are a big piece of what we're adding.”

Waylagro said specialists can assess a patient virtually, then offer treatment with the aid of a registered nurse who is at the site. While they can't do in-person assessments at this point, there is a possibility the service could expand to offer that in the future.

“We can cut down from months and sometimes a year to a week,” he said, of their ability to offer virtual specialist visits.

The RPN on site is well known to patients, Waylagro indicated, and she does “a full triage” of a patient and works with the patient and the doctor, the latter being online.

“The nurse acts as the eyes and ears of the doctor at that point,” she said.

MD Connected is able to expand their service to seven days per week, Waylagro pointed out. The expanded hours include 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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The MD Connected service launched at Rexall in mid to late-March, Waylagro said. He said Rexall is also patient centric and Waylagro said they are

MD Connected has opened at the rear of the Rexall pharmacy in Amherstburg. The ribbon cutting for the new location was held recently with store staff and officials from MD Connected.

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expanding their virtual medical services into other Rexall locations, the next being in Lindsay, Ontario.

“We have over 40 doctors on our team,” Waylagro said.

Waylagro added patients have become familiar with their team of doctors and they are going to be part of the service even though it has moved down the street.

Prescriptions and similar services are also offered, he noted.

According to their website www.mdconnected. ca: “Our mission, is to increase the accessibility to healthcare for Canadians, through technology, so no matter where you are, you can be heard and cared for. Our innovative telemedicine clinics and virtual care services allow you to speak with a healthcare professional no matter where you are.”

Other municipalities nearby with MD Connected clinics include Windsor, Lakeshore and Leamington.

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Diaper and wipe drive yields better than expected results

By Ron Giofu A pair of local childcare centres teamed up for a diaper and wipe drive with the results being better than anticipated.

The Creative Child Learning Centre and Bright Child Montessori School combined on the charitable event and each reported high volumes of diapers and wipes being donated. Each childcare centre dropped off their donations to the food bank at Amherstburg Community Services (ACS) early last week with staff and volunteers with ACS helping to unload the jam-packed pickup trucks the diapers and wipes were transported in.

Michelle DiCarlo, executive director with The Creative Child Learning Centre (CCLC), said she was thrilled with the amount of donations they received at her location.

“I was ecstatic,” she said. “I can’t believe how generous CCLC families and staff were. We also received several calls from members of the community just to do a drop-off.”

DiCarlo said she is grateful to the town for its support, noting they had a goal of 10,000 diapers or wipes and they hit 15,000 total pieces.

“We have a very generous community,” she said.

“We wanted to meet that goal and we exceeded our own expectations.”

DiCarlo added she wanted to do something for the community and says that was a trait that was instilled in her growing up.

“I was brought up that way,” she said. “What can we do to help?”

The goal was to help families in need and they found a unique way to do it, she pointed out.

John Tregaskiss from Bright Child Montessori School also noted they had a strong showing of generosity at their childcare facility as well. He said a total of 19,304 diapers and wipes were donated, including 6,604 diapers and 12,700 wipes.

A large donation of diapers and wipes were donated to the Amherstburg Community Services food bank last Monday morning. ACS executive director Kathy DiBartolomeo (left) accepted the donations from Creative Child Learning Centre executive director Michelle DiCarlo (centre) and John Tregaskiss from Bright Child Montessori (right). RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

“I love when the community comes together to help people in need,” said Tregaskiss.

Many families are going through a tough time right now, he added, and said that diapers and wipes can be expensive for young families.

“It’s nice to take one of those worries off of their shoulders,” said Tregaskiss.

Tregaskiss added he knows Amherstburg is a generous community that always responds to requests for help, “but they exceeded our expectations by far.”

“I’m grateful for everyone who donated,” he added.

Kathy DiBartolomeo, executive director with ACS, added the organization is very happy to receive the large donations. She said they were down to two packages of wipes and no diapers and now they can assist local families even more thanks to the donation

from the two childcare facilities.

“Obviously, we are very grateful,” said DiBartolomeo. “We know diapers, wipes and baby food are a big expense for families. There was a need and the community stepped up.”

DiBartolomeo said young families that need a helping hand can call ACS at 519-736-5471 and the non-profit agency can do what it can to help out.

“It’s heartwarming,” added DiBartolomeo, after she helped unload the vehicles with the donations. “It’s nice to see local businesses step up and help reach out to assist the community.”

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Waiting for a vaccine brings back memories

Memories of Yesterday...

As of this writing, I am still on the waiting list to get a COVID-19 vaccine.

The list I am on is for an AstraZeneca vaccine but I am enthused that the age limit is starting to lower and perhaps I will soon be eligible for a Pfizer or Moderna vaccine at the mass vaccination centre at the Libro Centre (or one of the five others in Windsor-Essex County).

That said, there have been some frustrating moments. I want to get a jab but I see others posting their “vaccine selfies” to social media and wonder when my turn is.

I know people are doing their best, I am also aware there are a lot of people in the same boat as I am.

However, there are days when my spirits get lowered thinking about it and I can’t help but think of the days on the playground getting ready to play a sport.

What am I talking about? Here goes.

Ron Giofu Sometimes I see these “vaccine selfies” and think I am still awaiting being chosen for a team. There were always two captains, both of whom were the “jocks” or better players. The rest of us would be sitting on the grass waiting to be chosen.

The obvious players would go first. Those would be the ones that would dominate every gym class, hit the big home run in the baseball game and score five goals in the soccer game.

Then, the next level of students would be chosen. Those kids were the ones that are pretty good, sometimes get a big hit or score a nice goal and could actually contribute on occasion.

Then there were the people like me. The ones that were never overly blessed with athletic gifts but still like the sport but can’t play them well. It would be me, the kid on crutches and the kid four years younger than the rest of us with their arm in a sling.

After one of them would be chosen ahead of me, I can just hear the team captain say in a pained, apprehensive voice utter “umm... uhhhh.... I guess I’ll take Ron.” (On the plus side, how many of them could use the word “apprehensive” in a sentence.)

Now I know that’s not happening now. I am realistic enough to know nobody is picking other people to get the vaccine over me simply based on who I am. No one is playing favourites and no one is deliberately passing me over even though I currently meet the age criteria for an AstraZeneca vaccine. I know the pharmacies can only administer the vaccines they get, so I don’t blame them or anyone else.

I know I will be vaccinated when my turn comes. Whether it be at a pharmacy in the next few days or weeks or at the mass vaccination centre when the age limit lowers to include people my age, I know I will get my turn.

However, after over a year of this pandemic, I too go through bouts of COVID-19 fatigue. That sometimes leads my mind to weird places out of frustration, which you just read. I guess I’m just getting a little impatient but that will all go away when my turn comes to get a vaccine, regardless of what that vaccine is.

I also want to try and look on the bright side and inject a bit of humour into things, so I hope that’s come across as well.

I know everyone is doing their best to get vaccines to everyone who wants one.

Sometimes, though, I just need to vent a little bit – no matter how irrational I sound – like I did in this space, for the benefit of my own mental health and wellbeing.

My frustration, whining and attempts at humour aside, I will get my turn soon enough and so will everyone else.

I do want to give kudos to the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit, local pharmacies and clinics, hospitals, health care professionals and all other frontline workers during this pandemic. This is not an easy time for anybody, particularly those dealing with the virus and its impacts on a regular basis.

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Vaccine age limit dropped, more vaccination opportunities on the horizon

By Ron Giofu The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) announced last week the age limit to get a COVID-19 vaccination appointment has been dropped with the province indicating further opportunities are on the horizon.

As of last Thursday, adults 55 years and older - born in 1966 or earlier - will be able to register to book a COVID-19 vaccination appointment at a mass vaccination centre. Those include the Libro Centre in Amherstburg, the Windsor Family Credit Union (WFCU) Centre in Windsor, the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre (NFFRC) in Leamington, the St. Clair College SportsPlex in Windsor, the 1407 Moy Clinic, or Windsor Hall (former Windsor Star building).

The age limit was lowered again as the WindsorEssex County Health Unit started allowing bookings Monday for people in the 50-and-over age bracket.

Also able to book appointments starting Thursday will be those with high risk health conditions, people who cannot work from home including remaining elementary and secondary school workers, and First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals.

The WECHU stated vaccinations at all clinics are by appointment only and walk-ins are not permitted. All COVID-19 vaccination appointments at targeted vaccination clinics are currently for first doses only and must be scheduled through a single dedicated online booking system and can also be accessed from wevax.ca or by calling the vaccination booking call centre at 226-7732200.

The vaccine used at such clinics are predominantly Pfizer and Moderna.

The WECHU advises that everyone that schedules an appointment will be asked to attest that they are eligible to book an appointment. They will also be asked to bring a health card or any government-issued photo ID (if they do not have a health card) to confirm their appointment. Examples of acceptable government-issued photo ID include a driver’s license, a passport, a Status Card, or other provincial health card.

Providing false information may result in cancellation of a person’s appointment.

The province states that in response to an expected increase in vaccine supply from the federal government, it is preparing to ramp up its rollout of COVID-19 vaccines to further support at-risk communities.

This includes a targeted commitment to allocate 50 per cent of upcoming vaccine shipments to hot spot communities as identified by postal code, to help decrease

“The best vaccine remains the first one you’re offered"

The Ontario government has issued a new schedule for Phase Two of the vaccine rollout, with some of the changes already taking effect and others expected to take place in the coming days. The aim is to have everyone 18-and-over have the ability to book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment by the end of the month. Screenshot

COVID-19 transmission and hospitalizations.

As of last Monday, individuals who are 18 and over in 2021 and live in one of the 114 hot spot communities became eligible to book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment at a mass immunization clinic through the provincial online booking system or directly through public health units that use their own booking system.

The province states that, as of last Thursday, five million doses of vaccine had been administered, with over 4.6 million adults having received at least one dose.

According to the provincial government, approximately 800,000 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine are expected to arrive in Ontario per week at the start of May, ramping up to 940,000 doses per week by the end of May. This reliable increase in vaccine supply allows the province to further accelerate its vaccine rollout and get more shots into arms, the Ontario government states.

“Ontario’s vaccine rollout is continuing to focus on getting vaccines to those most at risk,” said Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health. “With a stable and reliable supply of vaccines on the way, we will continue expanding access to the vaccine in communities across the province, especially those areas that continue to be hit hardest by COVID-19. The best vaccine remains the first one you’re offered, and I strongly encourage everyone to sign up as soon as it’s their turn.”

Based on the increased vaccine allocations Ontario is expecting in May, the province states it will increase the supply of COVID-19 vaccines to hot spot communities by over one million doses through “a targeted, time-limited response designed to reduce COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths in these areas.”

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Due to “a predictable and increased vaccine supply from the federal government,” the province states it will be able to further expand delivery channels in the coming weeks to vaccinate more Ontarians faster. To support this, the government has developed an anticipated schedule to expand eligibility to receive the COVID-19 vaccine throughout May, with individuals aged 18 and older eligible to book through the provincial booking system as early as the week of May 24.

“With the increase in vaccine supplies, workplace vaccination clinics have begun this week and we are focusing our immunization efforts in areas where COVID-19 is spreading rapidly,” added Solicitor General Sylvia Jones. “As we move closer to accessing a more stable supply of vaccines from the federal government, we must do all we can to save lives and reduce hospitalizations by staying home and following public health measures.”

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Park House Museum hosting scavenger hunt centring on historic buildings

By Ron Giofu

A local museum is doing what it can to educate people on the town’s history, despite the fact it is unable to open to the public at the present time.

The Park House Museum has organized a scavenger hunt involving local buildings, monuments and attractions with it turning into a friendly competition among participants. Curator Stephanie Pouget-Papak said it was an idea she came up with while out for a stroll in the downtown core of Amherstburg.

“With COVID-19, our in-person programming has been effected like everyone else,” said Pouget-Papak.

While there still is a provincial stay-at-home order still in place, Pouget-Papak said people have still been encouraged to get out and exercise, noting the scavenger hunt can be done with immediate family or by a person going it alone.

“I’m always walking around the downtown looking at buildings and I thought it would be fun to create a scavenger hunt based on historic buildings,” said Pouget-Papak.

Registration forms and further information can be found through the Park House Museum’s official website at www.parkhousemuseum.com and through the event page on their Facebook site, www.facebook.com/ParkHouseAmherstburg. Pouget-Papak encourages people to be respectful of private property and notes that little to no research is required beforehand. Photos can be sent in to the Park House via parkhousemuseum@ bellnet.ca and the winner of a tin mug will be announced via a live draw May 21.

The competition closes May 20 at 9 p.m.

Pouget-Papak pointed out that there are various ways people can participate as there are three different routes the public can choose. The short walk is approximately 3,500 steps, she said, while the long walk is about 5,000 steps.

“As long as people are having fun with it, I’m happy"

The Park House Museum has organized a scavenger hunt for the public to enjoy with the museum itself being one of the stops. Ben, Grace and Ed Papak took the tour recently. Submitted photo

People can also “go the distance,” which is about six kilometres.

There are over 20 stops on the scavenger hunt, she added, if people can go the distance.

“First and foremost, we want people to stay safe and follow all of the protocols,” said Pouget-Papak.

Pouget-Papak said she took her three children on the scavenger hunt one evening and noticed they weren’t the only ones participating. She said the Park House is obviously one of the stops, but noted people will have to participate to see what else is included.

“I had them do the walk and it was nice because I could see other people doing it as well,” said Pouget-Papak. “As long as people are having fun with it, I’m happy.”

Participants are also invited to take photos of themselves on the scavenger hunt and tag the Park House on Twitter (@parkhousemuseum) or Instagram (@ parkhouse_historyrocks).

Grace Papak stands at the sign at Toddy Jones Park. She and her brothers joined their mom, Park House curator Stephanie Pouget-Papak, in trying out the scavenger hunt. The public can participate until May 20 for a chance to win a tin mug. Submitted photo

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Rotarians pay tribute to long-time member after his passing

By Ron Giofu

The Rotary Club of Amherstburg paid tribute to a long-time member and former president after he passed away recently.

Rotarians past and present honoured Dan Hunt last Wednesday night, after Hunt passed away the previous weekend. Hunt had been a long serving Rotarian with the Amherstburg club and those he served with shared their memories during the virtual meeting.

Former Rotarian June McManemy shared her thoughts about Hunt, noting he will be “sadly missed.”

“Dan and I joined Rotary around the same time,” recalled McManemy. “We had so much fun together.”

McManemy recalled working at Ribfest with Hunt as well as making rain barrels and taking part in walkathons and the other Rotary Club events and activities.

“Dan was always such a quiet giant,” said McManemy.

Dan Hunt stands with Hazen Price after the latter was presented a pin. Hunt passed away recently and the Rotary Club of Amherstburg held a special meeting in his memory, which included a tribute video that featured photos like this one. Screenshot

Joan Donaldson, the current secretary of the Rotary Club, described Hunt as “a quiet hero” and that his words were important and helpful when he spoke.

“He had a very quiet wisdom about him,” said Donaldson. “We will miss him.”

Peggy Little from the Harrow Rotary Club also reflected on Hunt’s “calm demeanor” in a letter she submitted.

“Dan lived the motto ‘Service Above Self’,” Little wrote.

Susanne Bergeron, president-elect of the Rotary Club of Amherstburg, said Hunt never got “caught up” in any issues or drama that may have occurred at the time and was just a quiet leader.

“Dan just made you feel good,” she said. “You could look to him. He was a really easy-going, wonderful man.”

Rotarian Corey Rainhard said he wished he would have known Hunt longer.

“He was a good role model,” said Rainhard. “He just always seemed to find the bright side and brought you into it. He was like a father figure of the group. It was fun to sit around talking to him or joking around with him.”

Fellow Rotarian Tony Ross added when he joined the club, he bonded with Hunt as both had served in the Air Force at roughly the same time period.

“He was a perfect gentleman,” added Ross. “I was deeply shocked and saddened to hear of his passing. I just couldn’t comprehend it. He was always very kind to me and kind to everybody. I don’t think anyone could say a bad word about Dan.” Marg Prince said her Rotary colleague was a “kind, gentle man” who was very inclusive and welcoming to her when she joined the Rotary Club of Amherstburg.

“No matter what was going on, Dan was a common sense leader,” she said.

Karen Davidson said she was honoured to be sponsored into the Rotary Club by Hunt.

Dan Hunt stands with wife Jean after she was inducted into the Rotary Club of Amherstburg. This photo was taken from a tribute video played in Dan’s honour as the long-time Rotarian passed away recently. Screenshot

“What a great man,” said Davidson. “I’m very honoured to have met him and to have worked with him.”

Former Rotary Club of Amherstburg president Laura George said “to know Dan is to love Dan” and recalled a few humourous stories about Hunt. She said Hunt “just kind of rolled” with whatever happened and was able to joke about it afterward.

“He had this way of taking everything in stride,” she said.

Sandie Older, another current Rotarian, said Hunt was “always so kind and so open. He was always so pleasant.” Leamington Rotarian Wendy Parsons agreed that Hunt exemplified Rotary’s “Service Above Self” motto and that he was “a nice, easy-going gentleman.”

Also, as part of the virtual celebration of Hunt’s life was a tribute video in his honour as well as the playing of “Taps” near the conclusion of the meeting.

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Amherstburg woman charged after alleged threatening incident The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment has charged a local woman after an alleged threatening incident recently.

Officers were called to the 300 block of Victoria St. just before midnight, police say, where the accused was allegedly yelling at the complainant. It is further alleged the yelling led to the threats. Police add the accused and the complainants are neighbours.

A 19-year-old female faces a charge of uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm, according to police.

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Amherstburg Fort Malden Horticultural Society holding annual plant sale this Saturday Special to the RTT The Amherstburg Fort Malden Horticultural Society is having its annual plant sale this Saturday, May 8, Mother’s Day weekend.

According to Linda Jackson, president of the horticultural society: “We are totally excited to join the Amherstburg Farmers Market, which is located at GL Heritage Brewing Co, 8728 Howard Avenue just meters from the “Little White Church” at the end of Howard Avenue.

Jackson is happy to report that there will be a large variety of quality perennials, herbs, veggies, and some annuals. She remarked, “All plants etc. are so expensive this year and our plants will be well priced.”

The Amherstburg Fort Malden Horticultural Society is also thrilled to announce our free “Pots for Tots” and children’s “Seeds of Hope.”

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Jackson stressed that they will be following all health unit mandates including wearing masks with hand sanitizers available to all.

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Please come out and support our non-profit society and the other great local vendors on Saturday, May 8.

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A 43-year-old Windsor man was charged following a vehicle stop in McGregor last week.

Police state that the man was riding a Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle and was stopped in the early morning hours of last Wednesday. The motorcycle operator was charged with driving under suspension contrary to the Highway Traffic Act, speeding in a community safety zone and being a Class M1 license holder driving at an unlawful hour.

The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment states the traffic stop occurred in the 9600 block of County Road 11 (Walker Road).

Motor vehicle theft

The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment is investigating the theft of a pickup truck that was reported stolen last week.

Officers were called to the 8000 block of North Side Road last Wednesday for a call of a 2004 Chevy pickup truck being stolen. The vehicle was described as being light brown in colour with aluminum two-door diamond plate doors.

There was also an animal cage in the truck bed, police add.

The theft is believed to have occurred sometime over the previous night.

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Warden Gary McNamara once again led off a county council meeting by updating the public on the virus and encouraged people to stay home as much as possible. He encouraged people to be vaccinated as soon as they are eligible and to get whichever vaccine is available.

“We are certainly at another critical point in the battle against COVID-19 in the Windsor-Essex region,” said McNamara. “There’s no doubt we need to stop the third wave by staying home and certainly prevent a fourth wave by getting our vaccinations.”

McNamara said during the meeting, held in late-April, many people are tired and frustrated at this point in the pandemic, but he thanked those “who are stepping up” and working and helping during the pandemic.

“Your efforts and sacrifices are making a difference,” he said, “as, so far, the third wave of the pandemic has not hit this region as hard as other parts of the province.”

There are fast spreading variants of the virus that have been detected “and on the rise” in Windsor-Essex County, the warden added, so he asked that people be vigilant.

“The only way to stop them is by staying home as much as possible, practice social distancing outside of your home and wear a mask where you can’t,” he said.

“The other positive action you can take is take is getting the COVID-19 vaccine when it is your turn. When I was eligible, I didn’t hesitate to get a shot of the AstraZeneca vaccine. I was grateful to get it. If you are still waiting for your turn, thank you for your patience.”

McNamara, who is also mayor of Tecumesh and chair of the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit board, reminded the public that people ages 40-and-over are now eligible to try for an appointment for an AstraZeneca vaccine at an area pharmacy that they choose.

“I’m heartened to hear people are signing up,” he said.

People can also get a COVID-19 vaccine at a mass vaccination clinic, McNamara added, with time slots added daily. People can check www.wevax.ca to check appointment information and vaccine eligibility.

People who are eligible for a shot, likely Pfizer or Moderna, at one of the mass vaccination sites such as the Libro Centre, include adults 60-and-over (born in 1961 or earlier); adults 50-and-over (born in 1971 or earlier living in “hot spot” postal codes; prioritized health care workers; individuals with high risk health conditions and one primary essential caregiver; individuals with high risk health conditions; individuals working in licensed childcare settings in Windsor-Essex County; adults in First Nations, Métis and Inuit populations and adult recipients of chronic home health care.

“Health experts have been clear that the benefits of being vaccinated far outweigh the risks,” he said. “If you have questions, go to a credible source. The wevax.ca website has all the information including a step-by-step guide about vaccine appointments available in 11 languages and is certainly a great resource.”

As of the April 21 county council meeting, McNamara said roughly one-third of residents in Windsor-Essex County had received at least one COVID-19 vaccine.

McNamara, who also chairs the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit board and is also the mayor of Tecumseh, believed it is important for those who received a vaccine to spread the word and encourage others in the community.

“You hear so many theories out there about one vaccine versus another and so forth, but the harsh reality is all the vaccines that are coming out are a real benefit and protection against COVID-19,” he said. “It’s important for us to try and put to rest those theories about vaccines and one being better than another.”

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By Ron Giofu The County of Essex is undertaking a regional insurance study to try and shave costs not only for the county, but its seven municipalities as well.

Essex County council unanimously approved going forward with the study as part of its April 21 virtual meeting. According to a report from director of financial services/treasurer Sandra Zwiers, the goal is to achieve “improved economies of scale and overall cost savings for the Corporation (of the County of Essex) and its seven local municipalities.

“General liability insurance has and continues to be a significant expense for municipalities. Similarly, health benefit insurance programs for municipal staff form a considerable component of annual salary and wage costs. To date, the County and its local municipalities procure general liability insurance on an individual basis,” Zwiers said in her report. “Health benefit insurance is procured on a hybrid basis with some municipalities participating in a buying group (Essex County Municipal Buying Group (ECMBG)) with the remainder procuring independently.”

Zwiers noted the ECMBG members include the County of Essex, Leamington, Amherstburg, Essex, Lakeshore and Pelee.

“The municipal general liability market is small with few players competing for programs. The health benefit market is more robust but is also dominated by a few larger national/international providers. In theory, going to market on a regional basis should result in economies of scale/savings, provide some financial relief and improve administrative procurement efficiencies for all participating municipalities.”

Zwiers added there is “a general trend of tightening in the sector” and that it has gotten worse since she last spoke to county council last June.

“Similar to last year, some of the reasons we’re hearing from the industry as to why we’re seeing continued pressures relate to a series of natural disasters globally, the joint and several liability circumstance we have in this province and as well as just an increase in litigation against municipalities,” said Zwiers. “All of those things combined as well as general market pressures and the COVID pandemic are also looking to drive up costs of insurance programs and premiums, increase our deducible limits and put downward pressure on the coverage limits we’re able to get in these various programs.”

Zwiers added the county wants to expand its focus regarding insurance “beyond the County of Essex” and incorporate a review that would include its member municipalities, which include Amherstburg, Essex, LaSalle, Leamington, Lakeshore, Tecumseh, and Kingsville.

“The experience at the county is not unlike what each of you in your local municipalities are also experiencing in terms of renewals and premium escalations,” she told county council members.

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county CAO Mike Galloway presented information to the CAOs of the local municipalities and everyone was in support of a regional study. A consultant will be retained by the County of Essex “to perform a comprehensive study that would analyze coverage and retention limits.” Data would be gathered by the consultant and the county will be able to look at its options going forward, she indicated.

The cost of the study would be “championed” at the county level and Essex County council met virtually April 21 and, as part of the meeting, agreed to undertake a regional insurance study. County council is hoping to work with lower tier municipalities to lower its insurance paid for by the county’s costs. Image courtesy of the County of Essex Twitter page

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“The approximate cost of the review for only the County would be $37,500. The estimated cost to including participation of all seven local municipalities and the County would be in the range of $100,000 to $125,000 and take approximately 10 to 13 weeks to complete,” Zwiers’ report stated.

LaSalle Mayor Marc Bondy said this is a national issue as well as a provincial one.

“We all know joint and several (liability) is a big part of that problem,” said Bondy. “If you look at the composition of your insurance premium, more than half is probably the liability portion.”

Bondy noted “it’s tough” in the marketplace right now.

“I don’t know what the consultant is going to do because it’s just a matter of getting these insurance companies to come to the party and charge what I’ll say is a fair rate but they think they are charging a fair rate even though it’s increasing,” said Bondy, adding more pressure has to be applied including from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO).

Amherstburg Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche agreed with Bondy and said AMO has been involved with trying to get results but this far to no avail. Meloche said he supports looking at the issue from a regional perspective and wants to see decision making done by a group rather than just at the county level.

“I think we all have our best interest in getting a good insurance program but I think it has to be a joint one rather than a single decision making process,” said Meloche.

Zwiers said it would be “a collaborative decision making process” and not just at the county level.

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Lakeshore Mayor Tom Bain stated he is “totally in favour” of the plan, noting his home and car insurance has gone way up as well.

“I really believe that (during) this pandemic, companies are taking advantage of it and prices are going up. I just second that by saying look at the price of lumber,” said Bain. “I think we have to fight it and this is one way we can fight it.”

Kingsville Deputy Mayor Gord Queen said “this is a needed task” and “hopefully this can save us all a buck” with Essex Mayor Larry Snively also supporting the idea.

“These companies are taking advantage of us,” said Snively. “This is way, way overdue.”

Warden Gary McNamara said this issue has been front and centre with AMO for a number of years, calling it “a common cause.”

“The biggest thing is convincing the attorney general there is a connection between rates and joint and several,” said McNamara.

McNamara said the plan could create an opportunity to get a handle on rates, calling the plan “timely.”

“It’s going to take some work in a short time from all of us, especially administration, to bring back a report but I would be shocked if we don’t see the real benefits from it. I’m really looking forward to seeing some action from it. It’s an excellent move, it’s a good investment from our rate stabilization fund and we will pay it back in dividends,” the warden stated.

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LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 It is time to get on the same page as others close to you, Leo. This could involve making some minor adjustments to your way of thinking, but it will be well worth it.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Important lessons on balance are learned this week, Virgo. They involve how much of yourself you are sharing with others.

You may need to slightly scale back the helping hand.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, if you feel like you’re not getting the attention you deserve at work, you may need to plead your case to a new audience. See if you can move up the chain of command.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Your mind and energy levels are on an even keel this week, Scorpio. You have the perfect combination to get big projects done. Tackle as much as you can.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, it is alright to be a bit more selfish than usual for the next few days.

You probably have tasks that have been put off for some time. Now is the time to get them done.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Your desire to get things done is only hindered by the free time you have. This might be an opportunity to take a personal day and catch up on your home life, Capricorn.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Give yourself some self-healing time, Aquarius. You have been juggling a lot of different things lately, which may have crowded your mind. Sort it all out.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Leave worries at your doorstep, Pisces.

This is a week when the sun is always shining and everything seems to fall in place.

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Amherstburg Community Services executive director Kathy DiBartolomeo (foreground) stands with volunteers who helped serve last week’s chili fundraiser. Royal Canadian Legion Br. 157 and the AMA Sportsmen’s Association joined the Meals on Wheels kitchen in making the chili, with the event raising $2,748 for ACS. RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

Local non-profit agency “far exceeds” estimates during chili fundraiser

By Ron Giofu A recent fundraiser for a local non-profit organization took off better than anticipated.

A take-out chili fundraising event presented by Amherstburg Community Services (ACS) resulted in ACS netting $2,748 in proceeds when all was said and done.

The event was held last Thursday with take-out and delivery being based out of Amherstburg Community Services’ office within the Amherstburg Community Hub. “We have far exceeded expectations,” said ACS executive director Kathy DiBartolomeo.

Proceeds stemming from the sold-out lunchtime event will go back into the general operations of Amherstburg Community Services.

“It’s a fundraiser. We’re happy the AMA Sportsmen Club and the (Royal Canadian) Legion (Br. 157) have donated chili as well as one from our Meals on Wheels kitchen,” said DiBartolomeo.

People had the opportunity to purchase a traditional beef chili, wild game chili or a vegetarian chili, she added.

“They could sample a little of each or one specific kind of chili,” said DiBartolomeo.

People were asked to enter through the side entrance off of Victoria St. S. and drive up to a rear window of the ACS office, where a take-out location was established.

DiBartolomeo added it ACS executive director Kathy DiBartolomeo (back row, left) was a good way for ACS thanked the primary sponsors of last Thursday’s chili fundraiser. to team with other orga- The Remax real estate team of Jayci Wigle, Kim Wheeler and John nizations in the commuD’Alimonte helped out the event through their sponsorship.

Submitted photo nity and allow all of them to show their volunteer spirit. She said the support from the community at large was strong as well.

Many businesses used the chili fundraiser not only as a way to support Amherstburg Community Services, but also as a way to show a small token of their appreciation to their respective staff members for working during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“We need to support each other,” said DiBartolomeo. “We have to support each other. Once again, Amherstburg businesses and residents have come through.”

The title sponsors for the take-out chili fundraiser were local Remax real estate agents John D’Alimonte, Kim Wheeler and Jayci Wigle.

For more information about Amherstburg Community Services and the list of services they offer and agencies they partner with, call 519-736-5471 or visit www. amherstburg-cs.com.

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Elementary school in Amherstburg part of local active transportation project

By Ron Giofu A local active transportation pilot project headed by the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) involves an Amherstburg school.

The WECHU announced last week that schools from across Windsor-Essex County “can look forward to more support for active transportation when students return to in-person classes.” Among the six schools selected for the pilot project include Stella Maris Catholic Elementary School.

Other schools include King Edward Public School, Margaret D. Bennie Public School, Talbot Trail Public School, Holy Name Catholic Elementary School and École élémentaire catholique Monseigneur-Jean-Noël.

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) stated it is supported by the Greater Essex County District School Board, Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board, Conseil scolaire catholique Providence, Windsor Police, City of Windsor, Windsor-Essex Student Transportation Services, the County of Essex, and Bike Windsor Essex.

They are leading a project to increase the number of students walking and wheeling to and from school. The WECHU states funding for the work is provided through a $60,000 grant from Ontario Active School Travel, a program of Green Communities Canada.

“We are very excited to receive this important funding that will allow us to leverage the strengths of our partners to make active and safe transportation more accessible for our students”, says Eric Nadalin, manager of chronic disease and injury prevention at the WECHU. “The schools directly involved in this project are spread throughout our region and the systems built by this funding will have impacts across all schools and boards in Windsor-Essex.”

Stella Maris Catholic Elementary School principal Brian Marenchin said the project is a way to encourage staff and students to be more active and walk, bike, blade or find another way to be active. He said it is a six-phase initiative with the first phase being to develop a planning committee. The second phase is to assess conditions including doing surveys with stakeholders.

“There will be a survey for kids and one for families,” said Marenchin.

The third phase will be the development of an action plan with the fourth phase being the implementation of the plan. Follow up actions, including another survey, will be the fifth phase with keeping everything going being the sixth phase, Marenchin added.

“It’s a tight timeline,” he said, noting they have a deadline of March 2022.

Marenchin was pleased Stella Maris is included as part of the pilot project.

“We’re just fortunate. I think it’s important for all schools,” he said, adding he hopes it expands in the future.

Marenchin added in the warmer weather months, he’ll cycle about 50km to get to school.

“This is one of my biking routes,” he said. “It’s a great ride for me. It’s a great form of exercise. This is a project that’s near and dear to my heart.”

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Stella Maris Catholic Elementary School is one of six schools that is part of a pilot project to try and encourage more students to walk and cycle to school. The active transportation project is through the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU). RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

Believing that people walking or cycling to school is a bit of a “lost art,” Marenchin said he is willing to do his part to bring such activities back to the forefront.

Active school travel includes walking, cycling, skateboarding and scootering as an alternative to the use of motorized vehicles for the journey to and from school, the WECHU states. The grant monies received through Green Communities Canada will support a variety of active school travel initiatives across the region including, walkability checks, transportation toolkits and infrastructure supports for bikes and scooters. The health unit adds that for the students and family members who join them, active school travel is one of the simplest ways to get active within the day.

The grant from Ontario Active School Travel has helped unite key partners across Windsor-Essex to promote this important contributor to health and safety for students and the community, the WECHU continued, adding “the committee has started moving this work forward, and the grant will carry through to early 2022.”

This project is made possible through financial support from Green Communities Canada and the Government of Ontario.

Community Calendar

SATURDAY, MAY 8 PLANT SALE - Presented by the Amherstburg Fort Malden Horticultural Society. Held as part of the Amherstburg Farmers Market at G.L. Heritage Brewing Co., located at 8728 Howard Ave. (County Road 9). Runs from 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Don’t miss out!

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23 BLOOD DONATION EVENT - Canadian Blood Services is hosting a blood donation event at the Columbus Community Hall, 190 Richmond St., in Amherstburg. It runs from 1-7 p.m. Appointments necessary. To book an appointment, call 1-888-2-DONATE (1-888-236-6236), visit www.blood.ca or use the GiveBlood app.

SATURDAY, JUNE 26 VIRTUAL 5K RUN/WALK - The Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club is holding a virtual 5K walk/run. The cost is $20 to register and people can e-mail Marie.Wilder@icloud.com to receive a registration form and waiver. The fee can be e-transferred to finance@bryerswood. com. Each participant receives a medallion. Proceeds go towards club’s efforts to purchase the former Camp Bryerswood from Girl Guides of Canada.

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THE HOUSE YOUTH PROGRAMS - Youth programs at The House Youth Centre have resumed virtually. Grade 9 & 11 students meet Tuesdays, Grades 10 & 12 meet Wednesdays. For more information, visit https://linktr.ee/thehouseyouthcentre, view the The House’s Facebook page or e-mail program director Natalyn Brouillard at natalyn@houseyouthcentre.com.

BOTTLE DONATIONS - The Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club is accepting empties of bottles. To donate bottles, contact Kim at yldkim@yahoo.ca or 519-564-9699 or Tracy at tcooper@gmail.com.

People can also drop them off at 889 Bouffard Road in LaSalle.

COVID-19 MASS VACCINATION CLINIC - The Libro Centre in Amherstburg continues to be a mass vaccination centre for COVID-19.

To book your appointment, visit www.wevax.ca or, if you need extra assistance or do not have Internet access, call 226-773-2200.

FISH FRY - Held Fridays at the AMA Sportsmen Club, 468 Lowes Side Road. Everyone welcome. Pickerel $18, chicken $15. Call in advance starting at 11 a.m. Fridays to place order. 519-736-5706. Runs from 3-6 p.m.

SENIOR ENGAGEMENT PACKAGES - Amherstburg Communities Services (ACS) offers free senior engagement packages. Delivered to your doorstep (contactless) each month. Call (519) 736-5471 for details.

COMMUNITY LIVING ESSEX COUNTY MEMBERSHIP DRIVE - Community Living Essex County has officially kicked off their 2021 annual membership drive campaign with the goal of securing 200 members. Members can be anyone from individuals, businesses or families who believe in Community Living Essex County’s mission to support people with an intellectual disability to achieve their goals and dreams and to realize their value as full citizens in our community.

Please know that as a member, your support may be expressed in a variety of ways including your time, your voice and/or your financial support through a Membership donation. It’s easy to join! Find out more by visiting www.communitylivingessex.org and complete the easy online membership application; or if you have questions, call 519-7766483, ext. 246.

VOICES OF TOMORROW - With the support of a partnership between Community Living Ontario, Community Living Windsor and Community Living Essex County, youth from Windsor and Essex County are leading a social impact project promoting inclusive employment for youth. The project, called “Voices of Tomorrow”, is part of a series of Community Change Projects designed to empower youth with and without a disability to realize their role as active citizens and inform conversations on topics that impact their lives. They will be conducting a survey to capture youth experiences around employment as well as feedback from employers and educators. Any youth (aged 14-29), educators or employers from Windsor-Essex County who wish to provide their input are encouraged to fill out the survey, which can be found at bit.ly/voices-of-tomorrow-survey. which can be found here: bit.ly/voices-of-tomorrow-survey

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The Town of Amherstburg will be performing a Mass Notification Test through Amherstburg Alerts on: May 6th, 2021

2:00 PM

For more information about Amherstburg Alert visit our website www.amherstburgfire.com or call the Amherstburg Fire Department (519) 736‐6500

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