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Community Wellness Fair Exhibitors at the second annual fair focused on several aspects of community wellness on October 10th, including housing, food/nutrition, mental wellness, adult education, employment, accessibility and senior safety. Organizers addressed all age levels at this fair that showcased local not-for-profit resources the public and those in need may not know exists or would like more information about. Photos/Story: Enrique Miranda
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Quality crafts and community support The Apple Harvest Craft Show was held on October 3rd and 4th in Meaford. This show has become one of the largest in southern Ontario, attracting close to 200 artisans and crafters. Attendees got a head-start on Christmas shopping for unique and special gifts. Each year many new crafters are introduced so the show has something for everyone. You’ll find hand thrown pottery, wooden games and toys, photography, candles, quilting, stained glass, wood working, high end fashions, leather work, stuffed animals, painting, spinning and weaving and handmade jewellery, to mention just a few. Over the years, the Apple Harvest Craft Show has put back hundreds of thousands of dollars into Meaford projects, including the breakwall look-out and pavers, other harbour improvements, and a recent $50,000 contribution to the Meaford Hospital Foundation and the Hospital Campaign. Photos: Selena Blais | Info: appleharvestcraftshow.com
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FINE JAPANESE CUISINE
The Hungry Sumo serves up delicious, quality, authentic Japanese cuisine with a smile. The food is fabulous and beautifully presented. They offer over 100 items, so you’re bound to find something you’ll love even if you aren’t a “sushi lover”. They have veggie, seafood and meat dishes, and a wide variety of sushi, sashimi and hand rolls. The lunch specials offer popular Bento Box combinations. There is an additional private room upstairs that can be reserved. And if you are looking to break out of the ordinary for dinner at home, just give them a call for take-out. Whether you dine in or take out you will certainly not leave a Hungry Sumo!
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On October 18th, the Georgian Bay Club Foundation (GBCF) completed a $500,000 pledge to the G&M Hospital‘s New Age of Care Campaign but their support didn’t stop there. The GBC Foundation donated an additional $50,000 towards replacing beds at the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital, this was beyond their $21,000 final pledge payment. Their generous donation totalled $72,750. The New Age of Care campaign brought a fleet of state of the art diagnostic imaging equipment to the Collingwood Hospital and most recently covered the renovations and replacement of equipment in the Hospital’s Mammography Suite. Investments like the Georgian Bay Club Foundation’s have allowed advanced diagnostic technology to become common tools at our local hospital. In addition to support of the G&M Hospital Foundation, the Georgian Bay Club Foundation provided funding to the Meaford Hospital Foundation and Breaking Down Barriers. The GBC Foundation raises funds through its Annual Charity Golf Tournament held on August 14, 2015. Thank you to the Georgian Bay Club Foundation for their ongoing support. Submitted by: Kelly O’Neil Annual Giving & Communications Coordinator, Collingwood General and Marine Hospital Foundation 705-444-8645 | www.cgmhf.com
Fabulous frocks, food, fun and of course... Firefighters! Back for a 6th year! Thanks to the efforts of organizer Yvonne Irvine, volunteers, perennial favourite emcee Dean Hollin, musical entertainment by two thirds of the Jim Kinnear Trio, the hunky boys from the Clearview Fire Department and good looking guys and gals who strutted their stuff on the fashion runway. The Autumn Leaves Fashion Show at the GNE was once again a delightful, entertaining and successful fundraiser! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
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Christmas is Coming! Christmas is right around the corner and brothers Jake and Brendan Quinlan have opened a small business in Collingwood to help with everyone's most procrastinated holiday chore; putting up the Christmas lights and decorations. As new members of the community, Jake and Brendan are excited to bring their years of experience in the home-services industry back home to Canada, gained while operating GoGreen in the southwestern United States since 2009. GoGreen offers LED holiday lighting, pre-lighted garlands and wreaths, rope light wire frame designs including santa, candy canes and more, as well as hanging LED snowflakes and icicle lights. All timers, extension cords, and clips and accessories are included in your up-front written quote. GoGreen rents you the lights and decorations over the holidays, installs them, maintains them, takes them down after the season, and even stores them for you! The lights are all LED and use 90% less energy than the old fashioned incandescent bulbs. The catch with the LED's is that these lights can be expensive to buy which makes the GoGreen program not only convenient, but energy and cost effective as well! GoGreen is also proud to announce that 5% of all proceeds from the business will go towards the local food bank to help those in need over the holiday season. Call Brendan for a free quote at 705-532-1144 GoGreen Home Solutions Holiday Lighting Division gogreenhomesolutions.ca
Harbour Street Fish Bar celebrates expansion Jay and Joanne of the Harbour Street Fish Bar (in the Cranberry Mews) sure know how to throw a party! A sold out event on Saturday October 3rd in celebration of their newly expanded restaurant saw a packed house party all night to the music of George Olliver and Gangbuster’s along with opening act Wayne Buttery and The Groove Project. Congratulations Jay and Joanne and wishing you continued success! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
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Stroll for your soul The Collingwood Labyrinth Committee along with Mayor Sandra Cooper, members of Council and the community joined in celebration on October 3rd for the ribbon cutting of the newly completed Labyrinth. It was a great event with about 150 in attendance. Congratulations and thank you to all those who worked tirelessly to bring this beautiful new addition to Harbourview Park to fruition. Now that it is open to the public please follow the suggestions of the Collingwood Labyrinth team and “Come to walk, meditate, relax, dream and explore the path to inner peace.” Enjoy! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
Upcoming Events at the Midland Cultural Centre November 8 ............................ The Irish Rovers November 10 ............................ A Day In The Life - Dr. Abdul Hai Patel November 13 ............................ Hells Bells - AC/DC Tribute November 17 ............................ Yesterdays - Local History with Jamie Hunter November 21 ............................ Mystic Drumz - Live Kid’s Show November 26 ............................ Reel Classics - Breakfast at Tiffany’s November 27 ............................ Valdy December 10 ............................ A Day In The Life - Roy MacGregor December 12 ............................ Blue Christmas December 13 ............................ Bobby Curtola - Canada’s Rock and Roll Legend December 18 ............................ The Good Lovelies
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The Wasaga Beach Kinette Club is inviting you to their “Christmas at the Beach Home Tour”. This self-guided tour of homes takes place on November 14-15, 2015. There are six festive decorated homes featured on this year’s tour. In addition to these six homes, they have a special “house” awaiting your visit. This impressive 64 year old stone structure features beautiful stained glass windows and is the oldest of its kind here in Wasaga Beach. Ticket holders are also invited to a special “Stop ’n’ Go” visit at the popular summer Beach Treat location in Wasaga Beach. Items on display in the homes are available at the stores listed in the brochures that accompany your purchased ticket. The creative decorators and florists are eager to help you recreate their Christmas magic in your own home. A special thanks to the residents for keeping this worthwhile project alive for 13 years. Purchasing a ticket for the “Kinette Christmas at the Beach Home Tour” provides funding to support numerous local community interests. Corporate sponsor this year is Parkbridge Lifestyle Communities along with secondary sponsors - Royal LePage Realty, ReMax Wasaga Beach, Manuel Antunes and Locations North Royal LePage. A $20 ticket includes a visit to the Tea Room at the Rec Plex for some delicious treats. The Christmas Market is open without charge to the public. While there, be sure to visit the many artists, crafters and merchants. Enjoy their fine hand-made wares and gift suggestions. Open from 10:00am to 4:00pm both days. Tickets on sale at the following locations: The Wasaga Beach Chamber Of Commerce, IDA Pharmacy, Majors Guardian Pharmacy, Wasaga Flowers,Wasaga Home Hardware, Cathy’s Flowers & Gift Boutique, Blue Shores Flowers & Gifts. Submitted by: Patricia Dexter
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Fall is the time to prepare your roof for winter Now is the time to consider what has to be done to prepare your roof system for the cold weather. A roof inspection every fall can help address issues that could pose problems once the snow flies. The weather is perfect at the beginning of fall to have an expert get up and walk across your roof looking for issues. Here’s what the inspector will look at: THE GUTTERS: When leaves and debris collect in your gutter system, eventually it will create a clog in the downspouts. Rain water will overflow the gutters, damaging your roof, trim and siding. The added weight of the wet leaves and water could also cause your gutters to pull loose from the anchor point or collapse. PROPER INSULATION: The insulation in your home is there to offer a barrier between the heated and/or cooled areas of your home and the outside temperatures. Without proper insulation you can run into a number of issues including a loss of heat in the winter, condensation issues, and even water damage. ANY LEAKS: During the winter months roofs can leak in a number of areas. The most common include those around flashing. A roof inspection will check flashing to make sure you will not be at risk for water seepage throughout the winter. This will prove to be an easy and inexpensive fix compared to the damage caused during a major winter storm. MISSING SHINGLES: During the summer and fall season you can experience winds that are high enough to blow shingles right off your roof. If these missing shingles are not replaced before the snow starts to fall you can be faced with both leaks and insulation issues that can lead to some serious damage throughout the winter. Having missing shingles replaced will maintain the integrity of your roof all winter long. AM Roofing provides free no-obligation estimates for roof replacement/repairs and insulation. Contact them at: 9485 Beachwood Rd. Collingwood 705-445-3540 | www.amroofing.ca
Research Vessel Sturgeon conducts binational survey of Lake Huron Each year the U.S. Geological Survey’s research vessel Sturgeon samples the waters of Lake Huron to estimate the numbers of pelagic prey fish, the food that lake trout, salmon and other predator fish rely on. This includes fish like rainbow smelt and bloater chub. The information collected on prey fish abundance is crucial to the management of important sport fisheries by both state and provincial resource agencies on Lake Huron. This research survey lasts up to one month, and includes work throughout the main basin of Lake Huron, Georgian Bay, and North Channel. This survey is collaborative and work occurring in Canadian waters is supported by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. During late September, the ship visited the ports of Owen Sound and Collingwood before heading north to continue sampling in Georgian Bay and the North Channel.
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The Rotary Club of Wasaga Beach had another very successful year for their annual Corvette Lottery. Local charities were invited to a lunch meeting to accept the proceeds. President James Koehle declared “this year was a particularly exciting as the lottery raised a record of $65,700 for 12 local charities”. The Corvette Lottery has raised over $500,000 over 16 years. Proceeds from the Lottery has raised over $150,000 for the RVH cancer centre and $91,500 for Collingwood General Marine Hospital. Recipients from this year’s lottery include: Wasaga Beach Foodbank $10,000, Collingwood G&M Hospital $10,000, Royal Victoria Hospital $10,000, YMCA Strong Kids $5,000, Hospice Georgian Triangle $5,000, Breaking Down Barriers $5,000, Big Brothers Big Sisters $5,000, Friends of Nancy Island $4,500, My Friends House $3,000, Canadian Tire Jump Start $2,000, and Junior Achievement $1,200. Photos/Story: Bryan Davies Photography
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Still Pretty In Pink and Still Running For A Cure! Once again the dedicated and determined individuals, teams, and survivors showed up to run, roll and walk in support of the CIBC Run for the Cure ... and they are not about to stop running until the necessary funds are raised, the research is successful and a cure for breast cancer is found! This year’s Blue Mountains/Collingwood run raised in excess of $60,000! Absolutely awesome and congratulations to all those who participated! Breast Cancer Can Be Beaten! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
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Sugar Plum Fair
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The Sugar Plum Fair is coming up on November 14th from 10am-4pm. This Beaver Valley Community School’s largest single fundraising event is back, and they’re excited to make it bigger and better than ever! In past years, funds raised have been used to purchase playground equipment, musical instruments, and contribute to Fitness in the Arts. This year, the money raised at Sugar Plum Fair will be used to revamp and modernize the school’s library. It’s a great time to visit with Santa, get a kick start on your holiday shopping, enjoy tasty treats, strike a pose at the Georgian Life PHOTO•BOOTH with festive props, bid at the silent auction, win a class basket raffle, enjoy children’s games, crafts and so much more. Plan to attend our school’s biggest event of the year all while raising funds for your school!
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Eager fans of all ages enjoyed an action packed free family movie Avengers, Age of Ultron at Dinner & A Movie at the Wasaga RecPlex. Local catering company Taste of Paradise cooked up Butter Chicken, Jerk Chicken, Pulled Pork, and Mac & Cheese while the Nancy Island Lions Club popped some kernels to feed the hungry crowd. Kids were able to get their faces painted and a special guest princess from Your Royal Treatment was also on site for photo opportunities. It was a great night at the RecPlex! Photos/Story: Selena Blais
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A ‘hole in one’ for Theatre Collingwood While a couple of duffers no doubt hit holes-in-one, Theatre Collingwood was the big winner as it held it’s third annual Putting for the Arts tournament on the beautiful Cascades Putting Course at Blue Mountain. Eighteen foursomes had fun challenging the course, enjoyed a tremendous after party at Copper Blues and raised much needed dollars in support of Theatre Collingwood’s mission to continue presenting “quality productions, events and educational activities which enrich the cultural life of our community.” Thanks to all who organized, participated and sponsored this great event and always remember to “Put some play in your life!” Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
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My name is Pamela Quirk My mom worked in the RNA program at Collingwood General and Marine Hospital for 10 years so it was a part of my life from childhood. When my father was admitted to the hospital 4 years ago with a heart attack; it was a life and death situation for him. Collingwood General and Marine Hospital provided excellent care and he was given his life back. It was my catalyst to support an organization that meant so much to me. Giving was so easy – I consulted with an insurance specialist, took out a policy that cost me less than my annual typical donation. Over ten years, I will have this policy paid off and it hasn’t impacted my life at all. However, the financial implications to the Hospital are tremendous and will result in a significantly higher gift. Since my parents as well as brother and his family still live in Collingwood and I enjoy coming up here, I wanted to keep the support in this community. I am also very confident in the Foundation’s use of my money. They are excellent stewards and custodians of my support. Please join me in supporting the great work at the Hospital – giving is easy – just call 705-444-8645 or email kerrj@cgmh.on.ca to get started. It affects us all, and your donation could make a difference in life or death.
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by Brian McMillan CFP, CLU, CH.F.C, EPC
Retirement income...how much is enough? While attending a retirement income strategies conference recently, I realized there is still much to learn about helping people in retirement. Some of the “rules of thumb” about retirement have come under fire about being overstated. For example, “70% Rule:” as retirees, we should expect to live on 70% of our preretirement income. When the pre-retirement gross income is broken down it often includes things such as CPP payments, RRSP contributions, child rearing costs, mortgage payments, employment expenses, and income taxes. Post retirement often sees many of these reduced or eliminated altogether. The end result is often a much lower net income ratio than the 70% rule of thumb would suggest. Every case needs to be reviewed to see what works for the retiree. Presenter and facilitator of the conference, Peter Wouters, Director, Tax Retirement and Estate Planning, Wealth at Empire Life Investments Inc, shared how to layer income. By establishing future income sources in layers, we can create an income you need from the sources available to you in a most efficient way. He suggests we spend the least flexible income sources as they become available, we should use the least tax-efficient sources in lower tax brackets and work efficiently within the tax brackets. Wouters suggests we are always striving to put the least amount of strain on the next dollar to spend. Establishing income strategies that are tax efficient makes sense. For every dollar you don’t pay in tax is a dollar saved for the future, a strategy to help your savings last longer. I left the conference with a better understanding and a process for helping our clients develop tax efficient income strategies in retirement. Most Canadians are living longer. The challenging part of this of course, is the need for additional dollars to give people more choice in retirement. After all, choice is some of what money can buy…choice of where you live, what you eat and who you eat with. So? How much is enough? If you don’t have a plan, or want to get your plan stress tested then you should sit down with a qualified financial planner and your accountant to better understand your opportunities. At the very least, they can help you to better understand “how much is enough?”
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The magic of measuring your marketing Dan Plouffe and Julie Card of the infamous mycollingwood.ca held a free seminar on October 16th at the Collingwood Public Library. It guided business owners step-bystep through the data generated by all the key online marketing tools and offered tips on how to use it. Keynote Speaker & Best Selling Author Heather Korols challenged participants to find personal perspective and figure out the single most important thing you can do to manage the chaos in your day and add focus to your life. Julie and Dan are offering another workshop on November 23rd at the L.E. Shore Library in Thornbury. Photos/Story: Selena Blais
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The Collingwood Chamber of Commerce After 5 on October 1st was co-hosted by Cranberry Village’s Bear Estate & Classical 102.9. Classical 102.9 celebrated their first year on the air while Cranberry served a wonderful variety of mouth-watering appetizers. Members and guests enjoyed an evening of wonderful food, fun and socializing. Photos: Dave West Photography
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Everything you need to pamper yourself The Kinette Club of Collingwood hosted an All About Me Day just for the ladies at the Collingwood Legion on October 25th. The vendors at this show focused on women’s needs and included fitness and well-being, investment guidance, fashion, food, innovative ideas and more. DJ Lenny provided the great tunes and donations for Cystic Fibrosis were collected. Photos: mycollingwood.ca | Story: Selena Blais
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I don’t know why but my owners forgot me & left me behind when they moved out. The kind folks here at the GTHS had me professionally groomed and set me up to be a “nanny cat” in the quiet kitten room to make me comfortable. I like people but have a bit of a scared feeling around noisy rough companions. Deep in my heart I know I could be a loving pet to anyone quiet & peaceful who would just give me a little chance to warm up & get to know them. Please come visit soon & ask for me... I’ll be waiting for you. Sincerely, Princess!
Pepper
Are you looking to spice up your life? Well hello there, my name is Pepper! I am a BIG, gorgeous, 2 year old, Cane Corso X with a giant heart filled to the seams with gold smile emoticon. I found my way to The Georgian Triangle Humane Society after being rescued by the amazing people of Animal Rescue Foundation. I am quite the majestic sight to see weighing in at a massive 115 lbs! WOWZA! I am a very sweet girl that loves to be around people and craves affection. I enjoy walks, playing with toys and romping around in the yard. I would do well in a home without children or any other animals as I am a big girl who craves lots of love and needs lots of attention. Please note: these animals were available for adoption at the time we went to print. If you think that we might be the perfect forever friends, please call 705-445-5204 ext 229 or send an email to dogadoptions@gths.ca and set up a time for us to meet and get to know one another.
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Are you afraid of the dark? The Wasaga Beach Youth Center created their 5th annual haunted house for the weekend of October 17-18. It takes a lot of planning and hard work to execute such a scary haunted house! Many people showed up to support the local youth center with activities for all ages, refreshments and youth presentations. The drop in centre is for all youth, grades 7-12. Membership is free. Photos/Story: Enrique Miranda
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We carry the latest educational, fun and inspiring toys available. Stop by soon and check out all the latest arrivals! Unique school items including: - Bixbee and Stephen Joseph backpacks and lunch bags, - Smencils (scented pencils in case you couldn’t guess)
We have moved to 57 Hurontario St. Downtown Collingwood 705-445-6222 www.mindsalive.ca Mon-Wed 9:30-5:30 | Thurs & Fri 9:30-6 | Sat 9:30-5 | Sun 11-4
L. PATTEN & SONS LTD. Quality Custom Homes Since 1958
L. Patten & Sons specializes in custombuilt homes and chalets in and around the Georgian Bay area. Let over 50 years of experience building custom homes work to build you the home of your dreams.
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Collingwood’s Food & Entertainment Destination Watch for upcoming events at
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The Federal Building celebrates 100 years On October 3rd the Collingwood and District Historical Society hosted the Collingwood Federal Building 100th Anniversary Celebration, and Commemoration of the departure of the North West Mounted Police from the Port of Collingwood to the Canadian West in 1873. On hand as well for the celebration was the Royal Canadian Mounted Police/Canadian Coast Guard ship The Constable Carriere, which was open for public tours in Collingwood Harbour throughout the day. A most fitting tribute to our beautiful Federal Building, the “Jewel of Collingwood” on her 100th and to our RCMP heritage! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
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Wobble a mile in her shoes Well at least that’s what it looks like when a group of men (well intentioned and certainly with their hearts in the right place) slip into red high heels and strut their stuff around Downtown Collingwood in an effort to raise money, awareness and send an important message that domestic violence exists in our community and is not to be tolerated! The Walk a Mile in Her Shoes Georgian Triangle now in its 4th year was another successful outing raising over $23,000 in support of My Friend’s House. Walk on guys! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
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Celebrating
Rob and his staff believe in patient focused care. We are also big supporters of our community.
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We strive to provide excellent, friendly customer service.
Come on in and have a look.
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7477 Highway 26 Stayner
2376 Hwy 92, Wasaga Beach Ont L0L 1P0
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5th Annual Collingwood Arts & Culture Awards Members of the community gathered at the Studio Theatre on September 25th to honour the recipients of the 2015 Town of Collingwood Arts and Culture Awards. Honoured for their contribution to the arts and culture in the community were: Kevin Hamlin in the Adult Category, Brooke Girdwood in the Youth Category and Theatre Collingwood in the Group Category. Congratulations to all as you are most deserving of this prestigious award! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
705-428-4722
Mon-Thurs 9am-6pm | Fri 9am-5pm
BEER BATTER FISH TACOS WITH HABANERO AIOLI Crisp and tender tacos reach restaurant quality caliber with warm tortilla shells wrapped around crisp and tender golden fried fish, crunchy cabbage slaw, and with PC Black Label Habanero Aioli Whipped Dressing providing creamy, smooth, fiery and fruity appeal. INGREDIENTS Beer Batter: • 1egg • 1cup ice cold lager-style beer • 1cup cake-and-pastry flour • 1/2 tsp salt Cabbage Slaw: • 2 cups finely shredded red cabbage • 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander • 2 tbsp chopped green onions • 1/2 tsp salt • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice • 4 tsp canola oil Tacos: • Canola oil • 1 pkg (280 g) PC Blue Menu Wild Mahi Mahi, thawed and drained • Cake-and-pastry flour • 8 PC Medium Flour Tortillas • 5 tbsp PC BLACK LABEL HABANERO AIOLI WHIPPED Dressing: • Half ripe avocado, cut in 8 slices Instructions: 1. Make Beer Batter: In bowl, whisk together egg and beer. In another bowl, stir together flour and salt; whisk into beer mixture until smooth. Set aside. 2. Make Cabbage Slaw: In bowl, stir together cabbage, coriander, green onions, salt, lime juice and oil. Set aside. 3. Make Tacos: Pour oil into heavy bottomed saucepan or wok to depth of 3 inches (8 cm); heat oil over medium heat to 375°F (190°C) on deep fry thermometer. Cut each fish fillet into four equal strips. Dredge four strips into cake-and-pastry flour, then dip into Beer Batter. Fry in hot oil for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining fish. Discard remaining batter. 4. Place tortillas in a stack on microwave-safe plate. Cover with plastic wrap; heat on HIGH for 1 minute. Spoon whipped dressing in a line down centre of each tortilla. Top with one piece each of fish and avocado and some Cabbage Slaw. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh coriander leaves and lime wedges if desired. More recipes can be found at: www.loblaws.ca
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A day on the links is better than a day at the office And it’s even better when the net proceeds from a great day and fun round of golf go to charity! Thanks to the ongoing efforts of the great team at the Blue Mountain Village Foundation, their sponsors, supporters and volunteers another successful charity tournament was held at the beautiful Monterra Golf Course. Photos/Story: Dave West Photography
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Cocktails for all! The Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society hosted a cocktail party for art patrons and members of the society to meet and talk with artists with their exhibited work from the Ingram Gallery in Toronto and local artists who were showing at venues around Creemore. Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society is a not-for profit organization committed to supporting the arts and conserving the heritage of Creemore and surrounding area. Photos/Story: Bryan Davies Photography
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At Mantra, we love yoga and we believe it is for everyone! The schedule reflects our intention to offer classes for all types of students.
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Hospice Georgian Triangle rolled out the red carpet It felt very much like Oscar night at the Westin Trillium as Hospice Georgian Triangle held their 22nd annual Red Carpet Gala. Like a scene straight out of Hollywood, ‘Joan Rivers’ and a horde of paparazzi were on hand to greet the finely attired guests upon arrival. The Georgian Life PHOTO•BOOTH also captured many candid moments as guests stopped to grab a prop and pose for the camera to have their pictures printed right away as a souvenir. The evening was a soiree beyond compare and a smashing success, raising over $40,000 for the cause! HGT would like to extend a “Thank you to all of the dinner guests, sponsors and donors for their overwhelming support, and huge congratulations and thanks to the Gala Committee led by Patrice McCammon and Danielle York.” Story: Dave West Photography | Photos: Dave West Photography and Georgian Life PHOTO•BOOTH
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Who doesn’t like pie? Participants of all ages gorged on ooey, gooey pies on the last day of the first season of the Thornbury Farmers Market. The organizers would like to thank all of the amazing vendors, and of course, all of the dedicated customers who shopped local this season. Photos: mycollingwood.ca | Story: Selena Blais is a unique wine tasting club that meets regularly to taste all the major wine varietals from every great wine region worldwide. At each tasting we sample, discuss & rate assorted wines, all served with select cheeses from The Cheese Gallery. The primary emphasis is always on having fun, meeting interesting people, while learning. New members are always welcome and we cater to both Experts & Novices! We specialize in private tastings of all sorts for 6 or more in your home or venue of your choice. Call today for a quote. Our next tasting is: November 17th, 2015 at Sisi on Main, Thornbury
Contact us to register. Everyone is welcome!
David or Nina Margesson 705-445-4474 | nina@margesson.com www.winetastersofcollingwood.com by Margot Nicolson
The Past Makes a Great Present Unique, custom framed, exclusive holiday gifts are yours! The Georgian Frame Gallery is the perfect place to pick up one of our exclusive Georgian Frame Collection limited edition and open edition prints of historical images from the South Georgian Bay area. ‘Memories of Collingwood Harbour’ by Ray Davidson is a historically accurate image of the Collingwood Harbour in 1915. Featuring the Chicora steam vessel and several Watt’s Skiff in the foreground, with the old wharf and original terminal building this is the perfect gift for anyone with a love of our waterfront! The Craigleith Train Station holds many memories for anyone who remembers coming up on the ski train, or having dinner there when it was simply called ‘the Depot’. “Craigleith in Autumn’ by William Biddle depicts the station in the late autumn in the 1950’s as the train departs the station after bringing up tourists to see the fall colours of the area. Jozo Weider had a vision for the Blue Mountains that is today … more than 70 years after his arrival the developing into the village that he envisioned. However, in the beginning there was Jozo’s Ski Barn. The barn was the center of all activity; dining hall, cafeteria, lodging and home to Blue Mountain pottery in the basement. ‘In The Beginning – Jozo’s Ski Barn’ by local artist Nick Hodson is the perfect piece for the skiers in your family , especially if they can remember the great hot chocolate, pie and of course Jozo’s famous Chili! All images in the Georgian Frame Collection are available framed or unframed. All framing is done on site, we have exclusive designed frame packages available, or you can work with one of our designers and create your own unique frame package. This holiday season give a unique custom gift that depicts the area’s past. The Georgian Frame Gallery is your one stop custom Santa Shop! Georgian Frame Gallery “Ontario Barn” by Trisha Romance
Georgian Frame Gallery, 172 Hurontario St., Collingwood (705) 445-4477
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Creemore Festival of The Arts
Business Profile: Lillex Boutique
The fourth annual Creemore Festival of the Arts featured sixty-seven local artists in 31 venues all within walking distance. Also featured was a unique pop-up exhibition from Toronto’s Ingram Gallery titled: “The View From Here” with six accomplished Canadian artists. The Artists on Location group show displayed one piece from each artist exhibiting around the village. Visitors and art patrons enjoyed various dining and shopping experiences throughout the friendly village of Creemore. Photos/Story: Bryan Davies Photography
Leah Ruttan has always had a passion for being creative, whether it was painting, working with wood or creating decorations. She decided that if you can work at something you love doing every day, why not pursue it as a career? Leah has worked at a number of jobs in which the necessary skills were acquired to be successful. Lillex is an independent retail store from which Leah sells gifts and home accents to discerning buyers. The concept of the store is unique in that Leah creates most of the items herself. “I make things out of recycled material such as barn board, old window frames, antique furniture etc. I also make custom signs for your home, which makes for great personalized gifts for that hard to buy for person on your list.” explains Leah. Finding the location of 1232 Mosley Street in Wasaga Beach was the easy part. Leah Ruttan’s parents encouraged her to pursue her business plans by recommending that she rent a property that they own. Soon the empty space was leased and it became her dream store. Leah was able to enroll in a provincial program for young entrepreneurs called ‘Starter Company’. This program helps young entrepreneurs establish a business plan and pairs you with a business mentor and provides you with a government grant to help in the startup phase of business. Currently, in addition to Leah there is one other employee, Natalie Gatschene. Natalie started with Lillex in August and her help has become invaluable. During a typical day, Leah checks her emails, facebook, makes sure bookkeeping is updated, checks inventory, checks displays for sold items, checks the order book and works on any custom orders, as well as assisting customers to select a unique item. She says that best part of her time in the boutique is that she gets to redecorate/ rearrange the store almost every day! When asked to find one word that best describes her, Leah mentioned “resourceful”. Leah is proud that she is now pursuing her dream of owning her own business. As an example for her two children, Leah believes that if you put hard work and dedication into something then anything is possible. Every challenge brings her joy, especially when she brings a customer’s creative vision to life. Leah’s mentors are her parents. Her father was an independent flooring contractor for 20 years, before he decided to open his own business. And in all of Leah’s goals and dreams her mother has always encouraged her to do what makes her happy. Leah’s parents have always been very adaptable at facing adversity and the challenges of life with wisdom and humility. Leah said “This has shaped me into the woman and business owner I have become today. I would not have been able to follow through with my dreams without the encouragement and support of my parents.” What began as her own basement workshop creating artistic décor for her home and for friends, Leah Ruttan put her hobby to the test and opened Lillex Boutique. The business is named after her two children, Lily and Lenix. Drop by to find a unique gift for that special person.
Lillex Boutique - Home Accents & Gifts 3-1232 Mosley St., Wasaga Beach | 705-352-0660 | lillex.ca Written and photographed by: Bryan Davies
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WASAGA BEACH Creating beautiful smiles at Dentistry on 45th Personalized, comprehensive dental health care New patients and emergencies welcome Dr. John Robinson & Dr. Michaela Taskov
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Dressed for the Cause Norma Panzine of Affairs Catering arranged for twelve men in the Creemore community to dawn dainty apparel and pose for a calendar titled “Creemore Village People 2016”. The colourful calendars are being sold at her shop in Creemore to raise funds for the Breast Cancer Society of Canada. Call Norma at Affairs Catering at 705-466-5621 to order your calendar. Photos/Story: Bryan Davies Photography
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COLLINGOWWD Selling fees saved $5,635.87
HISTORIC SNOWBRIDGE Selling fees saved $6,554.00
WASAGA BEACH Selling fees saved $2,576.40
LIGHTHOUSE POINT Selling fees saved $6,147.20
LIGHTHOUSE POINT Selling fees saved $3,474.75
STAYNER Selling fees saved $3,796.80
COLLINGWOOD Selling fees saved $4,915.50
CRANBERRY VILLAGE Selling fees saved $2339.10
BLUE MOUNTAIN GRAND GEORGIAN REVENUE GENERATOR. Two bdrm two bath second floor investment condo on the slopes of Blue Mountain, overlooking the pool, hot tubs and inner courtyard. Enjoy a vibrant environment and amenities the Village provides along with the pooled revenue production from the day you own it. Owners have used this unit to accommodate surplus guests several times last year and still generated $25,000+ in revenue. Located on the quiet side with slopeside views, it’s tastefully decorated and comes fully furnished. Own it and enjoy the benefits that Intrawest offers internationally. Asking $299,000 Better call Ed*
LIGHTHOUSE POINT Selling fees saved $4,873.12
( S av in gs a re ca lc u la ted usi n g th e curre n t i n dustr y sta n da rd o f f i ve p e rce n t plus taxe s)
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Pick up Georgian Life at these hot spots … Blue Mountain/Village at Blue • Activity Centre • Columbia • Plunge Aquatic Centre • Red Devil • Sunset Grill • The Village Market Collingwood • Active Life Conditioning • Ashanti Coffee • Blue Mountain Vacuum • Boston Pizza • Capelli Hair Studio • Chamber of Commerce • Collingwood Public Library • Cranberry Inn • Days Inn • East End Variety • Fresh Co. • Georgian Frame Gallery • Good Health Mart • Harvey’s • LCBO • Little Ed’s Ski & Bike Shop • Loblaws • Metro • Pie Wood Fired Pizza • Shoppers Drug Mart • Sidelaunch Brewery • Sobeys • Staples • Starbucks • Swiss Chalet • The Hungry Sumo • The Huron Club • The Water Store Creemore • Affairs Catering Bakery & Cafe • Creemore Library • Creemore Medical Centre • Creemore Springs Brewery • Creemore Village Pharmacy • Curiosity House Bookstore • Foodland • Jug City • Life’s A Slice • Mad & Noisy Gallery • Old Millhouse Pub • Pizza Perfect • Remax- Creemore Hills Realty • Strandz Hair Salon • The Bank Café Meaford • Bill’s Valu-Mart • Meaford Chamber of Commerce • Meaford Factory Outlet • Meaford Hall • Meaford Library Owen Sound • Frog Ponds Stayner • Bistro 26 at the Aerodrome • Foodland • Lemon Lily/JACS • Rexall Pharmacy • Stayner Town & Country • The Coffee Shop Thornbury/Clarksburg • L.E. Shore Library • Steve’s Restaurant • Thornbury Foodland • Thornbury Bakery Café Wasaga Beach • Blue Ridge Meats • Boston Pizza • Harvey’s • IDA Wasaga Beach Pharmacy • Mosley Mart • Real Canadian Superstore • Shoppers Drug Mart • Sunset Grill • Swiss Chalet • Wasaga Chamber of Commerce • Wasaga Foodland Ski & Golf Clubs seasonally & many office locations not listed here
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Roll out the barrel Collingwood had a barrel of fun at the inaugural Oktoberfest celebrations! The festivities kicked off Friday evening October 23rd with an eager crowd awaiting the arrival of the barrel on a horse drawn wagon for the ceremonial “tapping of the keg” in downtown Collingwood with Brew Master Michael Hancock from Sidelaunch Brewing. Then the Oktoberfest party on Saturday night at SideLaunch Brewery with fellow breweries Collingwood Brewery and Northwinds. John Gabriel and The Beer Barrel Band kept the crowd entertained. Photos: Dave West Photography, mycollingwood.ca and Georgian Life PHOTO•BOOTH
was there to capture the fun!
Big changes on the block The first block of downtown Collingwood is seeing a significant shuffle of businesses. OneLove is excited about the opening of their beautiful new storefront at 64 Hurontario St. “It was the perfect scenario”, says owner Carolina D’Andrea. “Loose Goose wanted to downsize and we were looking for more space, so we decided to move next door. It’s very convenient and we know our new customers will easily find us.” Loose Goose moved above the Collingwood Sweet Shoppe and in December the Blue Mountain Tea Company will be open at number 66. Minds Alive and Pamperme Day Spa have also moved to new locations - all within the first block! If you haven’t been downtown in awhile be sure to take a stroll along this dynamic part of the street and see what’s new in time for the holiday shopping season. Submitted by: Carolina D’Andrea Georgian Life • November 2015
Real Estate Brokerage
EMAIL: info@mcintee.ca WEBSITE: www.mcintee.ca
Unit 2 - 334 SYKES ST. SOUTH MEAFORD, ONTARIO PHONE: (519) 538-3240 TOLL FREE: 1-877-434-SALE FAX: (519) 538-5087
*Broker **Sales Representative Ivan Alderdice*
Spectacular custom built executive home near Cobble Beach Golf Course. Beautifully finished. #1534370 $599,000
Calling all Snowbirds! Cottage in Sauble Beach, winter in Florida. Over 1900 sq ft. #1550160 $179,900
One of Meaford’s finest stone homes. Across from waterfront park. 6 bedrooms, 4 baths on a large lot. #1554317 $589,000
Steps to Georgian Bay in a very private location. 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, separate guest house & heated workshop. #1552129 $449,000
Krista Clancy**
Sofia Rowe**
Impeccably maintained 2 + 1 bedroom ranch bungalow on a beautiful lot near the Golf Course. Many upgrades. #1554971 $449,000
4 bedroom, 2 bath home on 6 acres on outskirts of town with municipal water. Could be a beautiful retreat. #1553628 $239,000
Neat & tidy 3 + 1 bedroom bungalow in Markdale. On a large lot with perennial gardens. #1552035 $249,000
Centrally located 2.5 storey brick home. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, single car detached garage. Fenced yard. #1544772 $229,000
Duplex/semi that is currently a single family home. 2 kitchens, 2 living rooms, 2 gas furnaces, 2 water systems. #1555294 $225,000
2 storey red brick 2 family home. Both apartments have 3 bedrooms. Would make a good investment property. #1554149 $235,000
Perfect for first time home buyers or retirees. Close to all amenities. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths on extra deep lot. #1549364 $189,000
Dale Keaveney**
Bob Mackey* 2 bedroom apartment for rent with spectacular views over Georgian Bay. 2nd floor unit with private entrance, its own driveway. #1556721 $800/month
Doug Slaine**
30 years young for the Prime Time Club The Prime Time Club of Wasaga Beach celebrated their 30th Anniversary on September 26th with a get together for lunch and cake. The Club is a non-profit social club for the over 50 generation with over 800 members, 105 of them honourary. Club President Cathy Neylan has managed to obtain government grants every year to update the interior of the club, the latest was the new flooring with a shuffleboard that looks great. Story/Photos: Enrique Miranda
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