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The annual Spring Fling Running Thing in support of the Smiths Falls Community Hospital Foundation was held on April 22 on the Cataraqui Trail. The volunteer-run event featured 2k, 5k, 10k and half marathon runs for participants of all ages who came to the event from Kemptville, Brockville, Renfrew, Embrun, Ottawa, Orleans, and Stittsville. Since 2012, the race has raised over $46,000 for the Smiths Falls Community Hospital Foundation. Pictured, the 5k runners take off with Perth's Andrew Machan leading, and winning the race with a time of 18:12.8. More photos on page SF15.

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Sweatergang Companions founder holds contest for caregivers LAURIE WEIR ljweir@metroland.com Christine Wilson, founder of Sweatergang Companions in Lanark County is hoping to give caregivers a little respite of their own.

"I have partnered with Parkside Inn and Spa in Perth and Smiths Falls Golf and Country Club to offer two respite giveaways for deserving caregivers in our community," she said. "I am interested in promoting this giveaway to try and reach as many people as possible.

The contest closes on 15 May 2018."

Wilson said she has met W people in the past six years who have told her they eiw ther wish they had known about a service like the Sweatergang Companions when they were caring for w their loves ones, as they could have used a break ffrom time to time.

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now but feel guilty about taking time for themselves," she said.

"They are burned out and need the break desperately. This giveaway is an attempt to try and reach caregivers in our community who may not know that rew spite services exist and to experience the benefits of taking time for themselves, before they are at the breaking point. Hopefully as well, it will get other caregivers to think about taking time for themselves. It is so important and they will be better caregivers as a result."

The contest is to provide respite to two separate caregivers.

The Sweatergang will provide the companion or personal support worker to care for the loved one of the caregivers while they are enjoying their respite.

The contest ends on May 15 and we will go through the nominations at that

time, Wilson noted.

"We will do a random draw on May 18, announcing it on social media and other outlets that day. The respite packages will need to be used by June 15, weather dependant for the golf package. There will be two winners, one for each package."

The spa treatment includes a choice of three services: pedicure, deluxe manicure, 45 minute massage, 45 minute facial, or a haircut and style. As well, participants have the use of the mineral therapy pool, steam room and hot tub, and can enjoy coffee, tea, sparkling water and cheese tray.

For more information on F what the Sweatergang Comw panions are all about visit www.sweatergangcompanions.ca.

To nominate a caregiver, T send an email to sweatergangcompanions@gmail.com or call 613283-1070.

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DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@metroland.com Ontario Progressive Conservative Party leader Doug Ford announced plans to call for an independent, third-party audit of the province's finances during a visit to Brockville.

Ford, who carried the F Leeds-Grenville riding during the party leadership race this past March, was in town during a pre-election tour of eastern Ontario for a rally at the Chateau Brock on Tuesday, April 17.

He promised a "complete outside audit," which he said would go "line-by-line" through the budgets of "each single ministry . We will dig into the backroom deals."

After the audit report is delivered, "every single word in this report will be publicized to the people," he said.

In an exclusive interview with this newspaper afterwards, Ford said that he was unsure if there would be a new budget presented in the fall if his party wins office at Queen's Park, in part because "we don't even know how big the deficit is," he said. He predicted that it would take a "minimum of two months" for an audit to take place, if his party wins on June 7, and that any action coming out of an audit report would require him to "sit down with caucus."

He said that the audit would be "100 per cent transparent" and that there would be a request for proposals for which firm would handle the audit, though he added that "you'd need a pretty sizable firm," to take on an audit of the entire provincial government.

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"You've seen this province get financially destroyed," he said, with Ontario having the largest subsovereign debt load. "The (economic) engine of Canada is now a have-not province."

He charged that Liberal Premier Kathleen Wynne "believes she's better than you" and that people are "sick and tired of putting their hands in their pocket" to find Wynne already there - and Justin Trudeau in the other pocket. "(I want to) empower the people rather than empower the government," he said.

Pointing to the billions of dollars lost in the ehealth scandal, the rolling out of smart meters and the gas plant scandal, he charged that there is "zero accountability."

He also raised the issue of hydro bills, raising the now familiar story of a woman who came up to him after a speech.

"I can't pay my hydro bill," she told him. "I can't pay my mortgage because my hydro bill is so high."

High hydro costs are an impediment to investment, he said, with other Canadian provinces, and American states, having hydro rates half or a third that of Ontario's.

On another energy issue, the carbon tax, he called it a "terrible tax that ffalls on the back of every single person in this room."

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Another energy cost is that of what Hydro One executives are paid. When the Sunshine List was released, "mysteriously, they were not on the list," he said.

Eventually, the numbers were released, and "to say it was a shock was an understatement." Further to this, the province did not divulge any bonuses.

The Liberals have been charging that if the Progressive Conservatives fform a government, there will be provincial job losses and cutbacks.

"I don't believe in the word cuts," Ford said, prefferring "efficiencies" like the ones he found at Toronto City Hall, when he worked there as a city councillor and as a member of his later brother Rob's mayoral administration. During the Ford years in Toronto, he said he and his brother were able to find efficiencies, with "not one single person (getting) laid off."

At the provincial level, he commended the auditor general for finding "with her eyes closed . $1 billion in efficiencies."

"We have to be competitive . Government does not create jobs. They create the environment to create jobs," he continued, with a promise to cut red tape and bureaucracy. "Ontario has the greatest, smartest people."

In closing, he said the election of a PC government would "blaze a new trail of prosperity" in the province.

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Howard Kelford & DuBois LLP (formally Howard Kelford & Dixon) is pleased to announce two new lawyers and our new, expanded Carleton Place office!

The firm was founded more than 40 years ago in Smiths Falls by Paul Howard. Over the years, the firm has grown to provide a broad range of services to individual, corporate and municipal clients throughout the Ottawa Valley, including Arnprior, Renfrew, Ottawa, Mississippi Mills, Carleton Place, Smiths Falls, Perth, Westport, Merrickville and Kemptville.

The current partners of the firm are: Shane Kelford, an Ottawa Valley native who has specialized knowledge in advanced corporate and commercial law, but also practices in real estate, wills and estates, and municipal law; Andrew Howard, a Smiths Falls native, whose practice focuses on real estate, wills and estates, land development and corporate and commercial law; and Teresa T DuBois, resident of Carleton Place, who practices in the areas of family law, real estate, wills and estates, and municipal law. Paul Howard continues to practice in the area of estates, while providing valuable counsel in all areas of law.

The firm is also pleased to have been joined by two new lawyers within the last year: Jonathan Collings, carries on a broad commercial and civil litigation practice, with an emphasis on employment law, construction, defamation, and tax appeals, and Jennifer Reid, who is developing a practice in the areas of real estate, wills and estates, litigation and commercial law.

The firm now has two full service offices, 2 Main Street East, Smiths Falls, and since the fall of 2017, our new office at 40E Bennett Street in Carleton Place. In order to meet the particular needs of its Carleton Place clients, the firm will have extended hours, until 8 p.m. on Thursdays, starting in May of 2018.

Our goal at Howard Kelford & DuBois LLP is to provide practical, cost-effective legal services to our clients with a strong focus on customer service. For more information on our firm and the services we offer, visit our website: www.valleylaw.ca.

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The Connections program for f families is a nonprofit agency which is part of Lanark Community Programs, (part of Lanark Renfrew Health & Community Services). It is proud to offer a continuum of prenatal and postnatal support services to families in our community.

We are currently looking for W volunteer birth companions to volunteer their time with young women in our community. Volunteers are especially needed in the Smiths Falls area.

The Birth Companion program began in 1995; it is unique and highly valued in Lanark County. Today we celebrate more than 300 matches made. Its purpose is to support young women, or young women and their partners, throughout their pregnancy, labour and delivery. Every step of the way a trained volunteer from our community supports the family and the arrival of the new baby.

Statistics show that when a woman has good support during labour and delivery, birth outcomes improve, resulting in fewer interventions and fewer labours resulting in caesarean sections.

All volunteers must apply and are asked to provide three solid references. A police vulnerability/criminal records check is done, and an interview takes place. Extensive training is offfered, over a three-day period or six evening sessions. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: confidentiality, teen pregnancy, effective communication, stages of labour, labour comfort techniques, infectious-disease control and breastfeeding. An explanation of what Connections does and its philosophy is reviewed, and current community resources are shared.

When a match becomes available, volunteers are chosen and

introduced to young women in their community. Participants have been matched as early as the ffourth week of pregnancy and as late as just prior to labour.

Birth companions and participants spend time throughout the pregnancy doing a variety of things together. Accompaniment to a doctor or ultrasound appointment, prenatal classes or teachings, shopping, cooking or just spending time together having a coffee. Mostly it's an ear to listen and knowing there is someone in the community they can count on. Birth companions are encouraged to do a birth plan (provided) with their match, reviewing what the woman/partner wants and hope for during delivery and after.

Most matches are part of the delivery, although not all. Our volunteers are excited when they can attend a birth; some have attended more than 30 deliveries. At times, participants have requested the same volunteer for all of their children. Deliveries are always different: natural births, assisted births, caesarean-sections, home births, and we even had a birth in an ambulance with the volunteer present.

The Connections volunteer coordinator facilitates the training, checks in on a biweekly schedule with each volunteer while matched, offering support and guidance. She is available by phone throughout the match at any time. The facilitator also checks in with the participant, making sure her needs are always being met.

Our birth companions haven given us some great feedback over the years based on their experiences: "It was beautiful," "I cried with the mom," "She did an amazing job," and "Dad did a great job supporting his partner." Our participants have stated: "She was so

supportive," "She helped so much with my appointments," "Amazing," "She was there for me when my partner wasn't," "She had me ffor dinner with my son and baby," "She gave me hope for my future," "I was so scared, she made me feel safe," and "She stuck up for me."

One father told us, "She helped me help my partner get through the labour and delivery." Birth companions can become a lifeline ffor these women and for the families. Although matches technically end at six weeks, often they continue indefinitely. We have stories of birth companions becoming godparents and/or becoming part of the extended family.

Our goal at Connections is to provide support to families during their pregnancies and in the healthy growth and development of their young children. This is a co-operative effort involving the ffamily, agency services and the community.

Connections is a unique agency. We offer not only a variety of support, but a progression of support. Participants can move from program to program as their child develops, or they can use more than one program at a time.

All participation is voluntary, ffree and is parent-directed. Our programs are run throughout Lanark County, and our Good

Food for a Healthy Baby program is also run in Leeds/Grenville.

Our slogan at Connections is Real Help ... Right Here ... Right Now. If you know of a young family who are pregnant or have young children, please do not hesitate to refer them to Connections.

We are here to help.

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3104, for more information about our programming or if you are interested in becoming a volunteer in our Birth Companion program or in our playgroups offered throughout Lanark County.

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United Way hosts governance capacity building workshops The issues facing volunteer board members of local non-profit organizations and charities are greater than ever, from strategic planning to community engagement. How do you achieve your mission? What does it mean to be a board member? Who does what at the board level?

Why is community outreach so important? Where do we go to find answers to these questions?

The answer to the last question is easy - attend the United Way Lanark County's Governance Capacity Building Workshops being held in May of this year.

"Part of our mission is to bring people and resources together to build a strong, healthy and safe community for all," says Helen McIntosh, chair of the United Way W Lanark County (UWLC). "Based on feedback from community partners who expressed a need ffor tools for effective board membership, we've created a series of workshops to help volunteer board members and staff understand their role in their local nonprofit or charity organization."

"As a volunteer myself, I know that joining a board is a big decision," continued McIntosh, "and you want to help your organization be effective and true to its mission. At United Way, we appreciate this opportunity to contribute to the capacity building of the non-profit sector in our communities."

This series of three workshops will help build the capacity of the nonprofit sector in Lanark County and Smiths Falls by exploring a range of issues

under three main headings: • Workshop 1 - Leading with Intent, May 5 (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.): This workshop will cover thinking about your mission, an overview of board roles and responsibilities, learning about practical tools and approaches to governance work, examining how to build and sustain a positive and productive board team, and connecting with colleagues and exploring opportunities for collaboration. This workshop takes place in the Almonte Curling Club lounge (160 Bridge St.).

• Workshop 2 - Leading ffor Impact, May 17 (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.): This workshop will provide an opportunity ffor lead staff (executive directors) and board chairs to explore approaches to leading their organizations. It will also provide a great opportunity for individuals who are or may be considering taking on board chair or executive director roles to prepare for those positions. The workshop will be held at Brunton Hall in Beckwith (1702 9th Line).

• Workshop 3 - Community Engagement and Community Building for NonProfit Boards, May 31 (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.): This workshop is intended to create opportunities for lead staff (executive directors) and board chairs to explore approaches to helping their organizations to be more "outward facing" and engaged in community building.

This workshop will also take place at Brunton Hall.

"The community, and ffunders at all levels - community based, private foundations, governments - lo-

cal, provincial or federal are looking for organizations to show they have their governance process in order," notes Fraser Scantlebury, regional director, UWLC. "These workshops will provide guidance and excellent ideas on ensuring your non-profit or charity is meeting the standards the community expects, and offers both current and prospective board members and staff a road map to work successfully on achieving their mission," continued Scantlebury.

These workshops will be ffacilitated by Mike Coxon ffrom Third Sector Consulting. Coxon, who recently retired as CEO of Mills Community Support Corporation, brings more than 30 years of experience in the non-profit and charitable sector to his work in the board building sector, and is a strong believer in encouraging generative governance. As one of the few Board Source Certified Governance Trainers (CGT) in Canada, he understands clearly the issue facing today's non-profit boards.

To find more information about the sessions, or to register for the workshops, please go to www.unitedwaylanarkcounty.ca and look for the link to the workshops. All three workshops are available for $100, while attendance at workshop 1 is $60 and $30 each for workshops 2 and 3.

To register or for any questions, please contact Scantlebury at fscantlebury@unitedwaylanarkcounty.ca or call 613-253-9074.

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*Diabetes and PreDiabetes Education Sessions led by Rideau Valley V Diabetes Services Registered Nurses and Registered Dietitians 613-284-2558. *Footcare Clinics Community Home Support 613-253-0733. *Hot nutritious meal or fellowship at Hungry Lunch Cafe Zion-Memorial United Church Hall. 37 Franklin St. Carleton Place. *Exercise lead by a Registered Kinesiologist at Country Roads Community Health Centre.

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613-257-2588 *Butterfly Fan Club, Perth & District Breast Cancer Support Group, Perth Family Health Centre, 33 Lewis St Perth. Info: Carlene 613-812-4474. *Stroke survivor and caregiver support group, Perth Legion, 26 Beckwith St E. Info: 613-549-6666 x6867. *Support Group for people with Parkinson’s & their care partners, Community Home Support Lanark County, County 40 Sunset Blvd, Ste D. Perth. 613-722-9238, 1-800-565-3000 Margaux.Wolfe@parkinson.ca gaux.W gaux.Wolfe@parkinson.ca *The Compassionate Friends, support group for bereaved parents. Tay T Valley V Community Hall, 4174 Narrows Locks Rd. Perth.

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Have a McHappy Day McDonald's restaurants across the country are hoping the community will pop into one of their locations across Lanark County - and beyond - on Wednesday, May 2 to help raise funds and awareness for the Ottawa Ronald McDonald House and two Ronald McDonald Family Rooms at the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO).

It is a tradition on McHappy Day for outstanding members of the community to join the staff at McDonald's to celebrate this special day with customers.

Over the years, local politicians, medical staff, fire fighters, police officer and others, have joined the fun and offered their service behind the counter, or in other places of need on the McDonald's premises, throughout the day.

It's nice to see the community come together for a common goal. Community members give up just an hour of their time to work alongside the restaurant team during McHappy Day. Their involvement has always been a tremendous boost to reaching or exceeding the restaurant goal of helping families and children from eastern Ontario as well as heightening public awareness of the Ottawa Ronald McDonald House.

On McHappy Day, $1 from the sale of every Big Mac, Happy Meal, or any hot McCafé beverage, along with money raised through ongoing fundraising efforts will be donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada, the Ronald McDonald Houses, and hundreds of other local children's charities.

With more than 70 per cent of Canadian families living outside of a city with a children's hospital these houses help to keep families together when they need it most.

The funds raised in local restaurants will be donated directly to the areas listed above. The Ottawa Ronald McDonald House is located only steps away from the CHEO. Since it opened its doors in June of 1984 it has provided a warm, safe, affordable and compassionate environment for families with seriously ill children receiving medical services at CHEO. The two Ronald McDonald Family Rooms offer a place of respite, relaxation and privacy within the wall of the hospital for family members of patients.

Features such as overnight sleep rooms, a kitchen/ dining area, washrooms and shower facilities, a large comfortable lounge and laundry services offer families a "home in the hospital" while allowing them to remain only steps away from their child.

Last year, this event raised $22,000 from restaurants in Perth, Smiths Falls, Carleton Place and Kemptville.

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• LETTERS & COMMENTARY • Writer benefits from College program that may be suspended Dear Editor, The following is an excerpt of my address to the Algonquin College Board of Governors at their meeting on April 16, 2018, at the Woodroffe Campus re: Program Intake Suspensions at the Perth Campus.

At the centre where I work, we usually have two to three placement students from the Perth Social Service Worker program a year. I supervise a student right now.

Other popular internships for the SSW Program in the community include Big Brothers Big Sisters, local youth centres and developmental services. All these social services are

going to feel the impacts of losing these students. Students help fill the gap between mandates and budgets that far too often can’t include the type of one-toone support an Algonquin College student will provide.

I spent five minutes hammering out a petition after the news broke of the program intake suspensions and I received feedback from nearly 1,000 people directly impacted. No one said they were consulted and no one supported the program suspensions. My unanswered, yet pre-approved question for the Board regarding the intake suspensions was; who was consulted and how?

I think I speak for the community when I say, Algonquin College, we want answers!

Sincerely,

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Medical officer has it backwards Dear Editor, Our Medical Officer of Health says her role is to educate municipalities on the health risk of spraying Dow's Clearview to manage parsnip. She has it backwards.

If there is risk in a vegetable she should start there. She should quantify the risk and give us options for protection, but Health Units and hospitals keep no records. She needs better record keeping so we can respond to reality, not anecdotes.

She tells councillors that parsnip burns can be avoided by washing off the sap, but how are residents

supposed to know that? We need instruction from her on best safety practices.

She says the risk in Clearview is minimal because there's no evidence that it's harmful. While Dow claims Clearview's two active ingredients are safe, the mixture has never been tested. What has been tested is the adjuvant Gateway which Dow warns is toxic and possibly carcinogenic. Gateway added to Clearview hasn't been tested either, not by Dow, the PMRA, Health Canada or Dr. Stewart. Lack of testing equals safety?

Dr. Stewart abdicates responsibility saying she's acting on what she's told.

She washes her hands while relying on Councillors to tell us to wash ours.

We demand better.

Tim Poupore, Balderson

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OPINION

DEAR EDITOR: On April 9 the Council of Rideau Lakes Township held a special meeting to consider a bylaw to adopt council compensation for the 2019-2022 term. Due to a health issue I was unable to attend. Council did pass a Future Compensation Bylaw with five amendments. Two other council members (Monk and Gunnewiek) were also absent.

In September of 2017 council established a Council Compensation Review Ad Hoc Committee consisting of five community volunteers, most of whom had previous municipal elected experience. They were retained specifically for their expertise and so that the current council would not be setting their own future wages and benefits. The Committee, with Administrative staff support, met five times and presented a comprehensive report in late February to council. This report is available on the township website.

The report included well researched recommendations on base wages for the mayor and councillors, stipends for extra committee work, compensation for training and conferences, indexing to inflation, mileage, technology support, health benefits and future review. They recognized that members of Council have a wide range of views on these issues and recommended council vote on the whole package as presented.

Despite the work of this committee, council opted to dissect the package and ignore much of this independent advice. Residents may recall that the majority of this council previously chose to ignore the clear advice of retained consultants when it came to the restructuring of the number of elected officials and ward representation.

While I too had some concerns

with the report on council compensation, I felt it would be perceived as self-serving to bring forward amendments. We should have adopted the report as presented and let the next council make any further changes.

The changes approved from those recommended by the independent compensation committee included: • A phase in of the proposed $26,000/year flat rate for the mayor; • An increase in the base rate for councillors from $12,000 to $14,000 plus committee stipends; • An increase in the training and conference allowance per Councillor to $2,000/year plus two registration fees covered; • A set mileage rate within 200 kilometre of the Township with a requirement to be compensated at the rate of the least expensive transportation mode beyond this limit; and, • Members of council to have access to the employee health benefits providing they pay the premiums.

While some of these changes limit costs, others significantly increase the burden on taxpayers. As a matter of principle I would not have supported them.

In closing I want to thank the committee members namely Chair Wendy Alford, members Dave Brown, Anna Greenhorn, Brian Preston and the late Paul Smith.

Coun. Arie Hoogenboom South Elmsley Ward Rideau Lakes Township

This week is organ donation awareness week DEAR EDITOR: This week (April 22-29) is National Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Week.

There are over 1,500 people in our province waiting for organ transplants and thousands more waiting for tissue transplants.

Every three days one of them dies because there is no organ available for transplant. Every donor has the potential to save up to eight lives and enhance the lives of up to 75 others through Organ and tissue donation.

Talk to your family. By discussing your desire to be an organ donor with your family, you will make it easier for your loved ones to consent to organ and tissue donation on your behalf.

Over 85 per cent of Ontarians agree that organ donation is a good thing yet only 32 per cent are registered as donors, which is below the national and world average.

Perth is increasing their percentage and is now up to 44 per cent. This is good but we can do much better. Everyone is a potential organ and tissue donor, regardless of age, sexual orientation or health status.

Visit www.beadonor.ca. More information on organ donation is available at www.giftoflife.on.ca.

Recycle yourself - Be a donor.

A.J. (Tony) Nichols Perth

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Letters to the Editor

Local diners touched by generosity DEAR EDITOR: Every Sunday seven of us go to The Eating Place in Carleton Place for breakfast. This past Sunday (April 15) however was

different in that the waitress informed us that a generous couple paid for everyone's breakfast. We have never seen this couple before and we all left there feeling great knowing that we will pay it forward as well.

Judy Brown Carleton Place

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Make a joyful noise: 'Sister Act, The Musical' premières May 24 ASHLEY KULP akulp@metroland.com It's springtime and that means that C. Lee Bates, the Ottawa Valley's celebrated director of stage musicals, is hard at work. As the driving fforce behind some of this area's best-loved shows among them 9 to 5, Bingo Ladies, The Wonderettes, and The Drowsy Chaperone - Bates has a lot to live up to.

After all, when you're batting 1,000, your next hit has to be something special.

Holy cow, is it ever ...

May 24, the Studio Theatre will proudly première Sister Act, The Musical, featuring original music by Tony and eight-time Oscar T winner Alan Menken (Newsies, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and The Beast, Aladdin, Little Shop of Horrors), with lyrics by Glenn Slater, book by Cheri and Bill Steinkellner, and additional material by Douglas Carter Beane. Nominated ffor five Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Sister Act, The Musical is the feel-

good smash hit (based on the hugely successful 1992 ffilm) that has had audiences literally dancing in the aisles since it opened in 1995.

The Studio Theatre's production will feature an astonishing cast of this area's ffavourite singing and dancing actors, plus a live sevenpiece band under the direction of the great Brad Mills.

You remember the story, Y don't you?

When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a V murder, she goes into protective custody in the one place no one would think to look for her - a convent! Disguised as a nun, Deloris ffinds herself at odds with the rigid lifestyle and the uptight Mother Superior.

But soon, using her unique dance moves and singing talent, she breathes new life into the convent and the community.

Naturally, when the bad guys finally discover her secret and catch up with her, they're no match for Deloris and her new-found sisterhood.

Overflowing with power-

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Sister Act, The Musical in rehearsal: Cait Porteous (Co-Deloris) is amused by choir-mistress, Sister Mary Lazarus (Kristy Tait-Angel) as they discuss convent life. Sister Act, The Musical opens at the Studio Theatre in Perth on May 24 for ten performances. Please visit studiotheatreperth.com for details. f multi-genre music, outful rageous dancing and a truly moving story, Sister Act, The Musical has wowed audiences (more than six million so far!) from Broadway to London, Brazil to Japan, Spain to Singapore. It's a musical story made in heaven.

Bates says Sister Act, The Musical far outdoes the 1992 movie for sheer exuberance and phenomenal mu-

sic.

"The Perth production of Sister Act is an overwhelmingly joyful experience!" she says. "Twenty-two exceptionally talented cast members have been working hard with Brad Mills to learn the challenging fourpart harmonies of the soaring disco and rock-gospel music, while getting 'whipped into shape' learning the exciting original

choreography by Mary Ann Majaury and Kristen Widenmaier. The voices are angelic, and the moves are devilish!"

With a demanding run of W ten shows - the longest ever ffor a Studio Theatre production - the lead role of Deloris will be shared by two consummate performers, Lindsay Rewi and Cait (Morton) Porteous. Each will take the lead in five of the ten performances, and be part of the ensemble cast for the other ffive. Both young women are Studio Theatre musical veterans, and a big part of why Bates loves her job as stage director.

"It won't matter which actor you see in the lead role," says Bates. "Lindsay and Cait are both sensational 'triple threats' who sing, dance and act with 100 per cent commitment to their role, and to the show as a whole."

As you can see, this is a major production, featuring 22 onstage performers, a seven-piece professional band, and more than 20 oth-

ers handling lights, sound, choreography, props, costumes and set changes behind the scenes - a small army of talented, energized volunteers who are passionate about Perth's community theatre.

Sister Act, The Musical opens at the Studio Theatre on Thursday, May 24 for ten shows: May 24, 25, 26, 31, June 1 and 2 at 7:30 p.m. and J May 26 and 27 and June 2 and 3 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $27 at Tickets Please, 11 Gore St. E. (613 485-6434 or ticketsplease.ca) and at the door on show nights. Save $5 opening night. Students with ID $10 at the door.

This is the spring musical the Ottawa Valley has been waiting for all year!

Don't miss Sister Act, The Musical when it premières Thursday, May 24 at the Studio Theatre in Perth. Tickets may sell out for some performances, so get yours early! Visit studiotheatreperth.com for complete details.

– Submitted by Paul Joyce for the Studio Theatre J

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Lanark County horticultural societies' spring plant sales bloom this May Plant sales are a primary source of funding for many hard-working garden related volunteer organizations. These groups help to make our local communities brighter and more beautiful and a better place to live. Across Lanark County, May is the month that your local horticultural societies host their plant sale. Lanark County Master Gardeners will be at all the horticul-

tural society plant sales and we will be selling plants at the Perth Plant Sale.

Why should I buy plants at a plant sale? Some of the best gardeners in the county are members of the horticultural societies. They divide and donate plants from their own gardens.

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Farm, Ottawa from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• May 26: Perth Horticultural Society plant sale at The Stewart School from 8:30 to 11 a.m.

• May 26: Carleton Place Horticultural Society plant sale at the Carleton Place & Beckwith Heritage Museum from 9 a.m. to noon.

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Weather stark reminder of long ago ice storm

Jeff Maguire compares recent blast of winter to Ice Storm '98 The middle of April and we get the worst winter storm of the entire 2017-2018 season in eastern Ontario.

Go figure!

The snow, ice pellets and ffreezing rain lashed down over the course of three days April 14 to 16. The ice accumulation and the fallout from it made this the worst such occurrence in our district since the great 'Ice Storm' of January 1998.

In fact people have been checking their calendars ffor weeks wondering if it is actually spring or whether

we are experiencing a 2018 version of the 1993 film "Groundhog Day?" As I considered the mess residents here faced in the wake of this late season ice storm my mind took me back to a week in March of 1976. Kathleen and I were living in St. Thomas, Ont., where I was a reporter/photographer and later city editor at the daily St. Thomas Times-Journal.

St. Thomas is in Ontario's "Banana Belt". In the lee of Lake Erie winters are relatively mild and snowffalls infrequent. Nearby London is located in a snow belt. Winds from Lake Huron spiral south carrying lake effect snow to the University City. But for whatever reasons, during our five

JEFF MAGUIRE Column years there the white stuff seldom reached as far as St. Thomas. In our newsroom, after seeing London buried in snow once again, we used to laugh and say, "Thank goodness for Highway 401!

The snow can't cross it!"

And so it seemed.

Ice was another matter however. If we were going to get anything in St. Thomas it was usually freezing pre-

cipitation. In March 1976 we had a really major ice storm. Our son Craig was barely five months old at the time. We were living in half a house on a quiet residential street.

For a day and a half the F ffreezing rain was relentless.

We still have film (old Super W 8 footage) of the aftermath.

Ice on the branches of two willow trees on the front lawn of the property meant they were five times their usual circumference.

St. Thomas is a city of trees and in this storm they were felled by the thousands. Trees, big and small, snapped like twigs under the weight of the ice.

Most of the city was without electricity for days.

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son we were spared. With an infant in the house we were extremely grateful.

The newspaper was without power for about ffour days as I recall. Like most businesses, publishers are a fraternity. A much larger rival newspaper, the London Free Press, came to our assistance. We were invited into their newsroom and their presses printed the "T-J" as our paper was nicknamed.

The pages of those newspapers (I still have copies in my personal archives) reveal the extent of the ice damage. Along Wellington Road, a 27-kilometre stretch of road that connects St. Thomas and London, electrical poles were felled like 10 pins. Little wonder the

power was out for so long.

It took weeks and months to clean up the mess and it seemed odd to tell visitors that the very visible after effects had been caused by a severe ice storm in March. Normally spring is well underway in March in that part of Ontario.

So, not a big surprise that in less temperate eastern Ontario we are still subject to winter's worst as late as mid-April. But surely, as you read this, the worst of winter is finally behind us?

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Back in the '30s, family's first 'car' cost only a few loads of gravel, Mary Cook writes Father was spending a lot of his spare time in the drive shed. The snow was gone, the days were warm, and now he had to think about getting the Model T out and running.

Since the first sign of winter months ago, the car had been sitting up on blocks, with a horse blanket thrown over the hood. Why any of this took place was beyond me, and why the old

car couldn't be just driven in the drive shed and left there until spring was a mystery.

Father put the wheels back on, and with the help of my three brothers, lifted the car, and then he kicked out the blocks of wood and the Model T settled down onto the dirt floor of the drive shed.

It was a warm Saturday, the yard was still damp, but had dried up enough that father thought the car could be pushed out and worked on outside. I sat on an old kitchen chair on the back stoop to watch, not wanting to get any closer, because I knew, as always there would be a lot of cursing in German, father throwing

MARY COOK Column things around, and general chaos as he tried to get the Model T going after its long winter-sit.

My favourite part of the Model T was the dinnerplate sized hole in the back ffloor, where I could, by sliding down off the seat, see the Northcote Road go whizzing by. If you could call it 'whizzing by' since at

top speed father couldn't get it up past 25 miles an hour!

Father was looking at the motor. He poked around a bit, took an old oily cloth and wiped here and there.

Then he opened the door by the steering wheel and took out the crank. I knew this was where the swearing in German would start, and I knew mother would stay well clear of the yard behind closed doors to the house.

Everett was behind the wheel waiting for orders ffrom father to start working the choke. I could hear the car make the odd groan, but nothing else as father churned the crank. Everett was ordered to do something with the choke. Fa-

ther threw his old straw hat to the ground, wiped his fforehead with the back of his hand, and went back to turning the crank.

Finally, there was a burst of smoke coming out of the back, father's arm went flying, the crank landed somewhere near the drive shed door, and I thought I could see the Model T rocking from side to side as if gasping for breath.

Everett asked father if he should shut it off, and father yelled "let 'er run."

He was spent. His face was beet red, his red plaid fflannelette shirt was sticking to his ribs, and I thought he looked 50 years older than when the ordeal started.

And I sat on the back stoop and wondered if it was all worth it. I thought just hitching up the buggy and old Nell was a lot easier, and certainly a lot safer.

Sitting on the back stoop, I marvelled at the wonder of it all.

Interested in an electronic version of Mary's books? Go to https:// www.smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for ebook purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca.

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PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 There is a good chance that you will start the week with vigor, and it will continue for the next several days, Pisces. Channel that energy.

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The final performance is at the Smiths Falls Community Centre April 27 at 4:30 p.m.

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l Friday, April 27 Pitch In Smiths Falls WHEN: 8:00 a.m - 8:00 p.m WHERE: REAL Deal Reuse Store, 85 William St. W., Smiths Falls CONTACT: Barb Hicks, (613) 283-9966, dhicks11@cogeco.ca, http://www.realaction.ca/waste/ pitch-in-smiths-falls/ COST: Free.

Annual community-wide litter cleanup. Groups, neighborhoods, individuals etc. are invited to participate. Get your free bags at the REAL Deal Reuse Store during store hours. Filled bags will be picked up for you.

UCW Rummage Sale WHEN: 9:00 a.m WHERE: St. Pauls United Church, 25 Gore St. West, Perth CONTACT: 613-2672973, http://calendar.perth.ca/ default/Detail/2018-04-260900-St-Pauls-United-ChurchANNUAL-UCW-RUMMAGE-SALE St. Paul's United Church UCW holds their annual Rummage Sale.

Dewar Kennedy Cemetery Spring Clean-Up Day WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m WHERE: Dewar Kennedy Cemetery, 8th Line Beckwith Township, Carleton Place CONTACT: Karen Jensen, 1 613 796 8671, karenjensen@rogers.com COST: Dewar Kennedy Cemetery Spring Clean-Up Day will be held April 27, starting at 9 a.m.We are looking for volunteers to bring their gloves, rake and clippers to help out for a few hours.

Living Tapestry WHEN: 9:00 a.m WHERE: Mississippi Valley Textile Museum, 3, Rosamond St. E, Almonte CONTACT: curator@mvtm.ca, http:// exploremississippimills.ca/ upcoming-events/ COST: Beginning April 7 and running to June 23, at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum. Emily Rose Michaud's installations, Waterways, is themed on the presence of water, incorporating the history of the Rosamond Mill.

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Fit as a Fiddle WHEN: 10:30 a.m WHERE: Country Street Centre, 375 Country Street, Almonte CONTACT: 613-256-4700 COST: $5 for exercise only, $10 with lunch Mills Community Support presents Fit as a Fiddle Fridays. Call to reserve.

Parkinson's Exercise Class WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 2:00 p.m WHERE: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 11 Church St. W., Smiths Falls CONTACT: Heather Miller, 1 (800) 465-7646, evans.patn@gmail.com COST: A new exercise program starting in Smiths Falls for people with Parkinson's Disease.

Bridge Lanark Highlands WHEN: 1:00 p.m WHERE: North Lanark Community Health Centre, 207 Robertson Drive, Lanark Highlands CONTACT: Pam, 613259-2182 COST: Come join others with an interest in bridge.

Chili Cook-off WHEN: 5:00 p.m WHERE: Kemptville Legion, 100 Reuben Crescent, Kemptville CONTACT: Lynda Sharpe, 613-258-7049 COST: $12 for adults This is a chili cook-off competition between local restaurants. Social hour at 5 p.m. with dinner at 6 p.m. l Saturday, April 28 Festival of Maples Fine Art Show WHEN: 8:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: McMartin House, 125 Gore St East, Perth, ON, Perth CONTACT: Barbara Jordan, 613272-3066, http://calendar.perth.ca/default/Detail/2018-04-28-0800-LocalColours-Art-Group-2nd-AnnualShow-at-McMarti COST: Local Colours Art Group's second annual Festival of Maples fine art show. Come by, view the work and meet the artists and tempt your palate with home made maple-inspired treats.

Pancake Breakfast WHEN: 8:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m

WHERE: Bethel United Church, 1500 Rideau Ferry Road, Rideau Lakes CONTACT: Ruth Anne Johnson, 613-283-7241 COST: All you can eat pancake breakfast with pancakes, sausages and local maple syrup, in partnership with Coutts Country Flavours.

Perth Legion Meat Draw WHEN: 2:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m WHERE: Perth Legion, 26 Beckwith Street East, Perth, 26 Beckwith Street East, Perth, Perth CONTACT: Eleanor Adrain, 613267-2772 COST: Three draws between 2 and 5 p.m. DJ Jeff Richmond.

Day of Mourning Smiths Falls WHEN: 3:00 p.m WHERE: Veterans Memorial Park, 41 Canal Street, Smiths Falls CONTACT: Ike Doornekamp, ike.doornekamp@ucdsb.on.ca COST: Join us for an afternoon ceremony honouring workers killed on the job.

Al Tambay Duo WHEN: 3:00 p.m WHERE: Waterfront Gastropub, 12 Bell St., Carleton Place CONTACT: 613257-5755, http://thehummcalendar.ca/index.php?eID=75832 COST: Enjoy an afternoon of Blues Rock and Classic Rock with the Al Tambay Duo every Saturday afternoon.

Gordie Barnes and Laredo WHEN: 4:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m WHERE: Army Navy Airforce Club, 315 Townline Road East, Carleton Place CONTACT: 613-253-5097 COST: Gordie Barnes and Laredo play the Army Navy Airforce Club.

Cover charge: $5 per person.

Light snacks available.

Folkus Concert Series WHEN: 8:00 p.m WHERE: Almonte Old Town Hall, 14 Bridge Street, Almonte CONTACT: info@folkusalmonte.com, http:// exploremississippimills.ca/ upcoming-events/ COST: Kevin Closs is an independent artist from Manitoulin Island, who has released 11 independent albums. Opening for Closs will be Flying Hórses, a nouveau-classi-

l Sunday, April 29 Kenya Help WHEN: 10:30 a.m - 11:30 a.m WHERE: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 11 Church St., Smiths Falls CONTACT: Lorna Stewart, ljs2rt@bell.net COST: free will offering Nancy Stevens speaks about her work in Africa on Sun. April 29 at 10:30 a.m. at Mission Awareness Service of Westminster Presbyterian Church. Please join us.

Perth Craft and Vendor Show WHEN: 11:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: Perth Civitan Hall, 6787 Lanark County Rd 43, Perth CONTACT: Veronda, vr560@hotmail.com COST: Partial proceeds to LAWS; 30+ vendors, door prizes.

Choral Evensong WHEN: 4:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m WHERE: St. Bede's Anglican Church, 1641 Rosedale Road North, Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-283-0740 COST: Featuring performance by The Cranmer Singers.

Welcome Spring Supper WHEN: 4:30 p.m - 5:30 p.m WHERE: Masonic Hall, 46 Russell St. W. Smiths Falls, 46 Russell St. W, Smiths Falls CONTACT: Beverley Labelle, 613-283-6987, ron.labelle2@sympatico.ca COST: $12.00 Menu includes ham, turkey, potato salad, pasta salad, coleslaw, dessert, coffee or tea.Sponsored by Eastern Star. Takeout available.

Mental Health Awareness Night WHEN: 6:00 p.m - 9:00 p.m WHERE: Chuckles Jack Restaurant, 23 Russell St E, Smiths Falls CONTACT: Jim MacPherson, 613-284-0023 COST: Awareness night event for mental health, free admission with musical performers from Nova Scotia and the Ottawa Valley.

The Listening Room Series Russell deCarle WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Perth Tea Room - Perth Restaurant, 23 Gore Street East, Perth CONTACT: The Tennants, 613-267-7902, http://calendar.perth.ca/default/ Detail/2018-04-29-1900-TheListening-Room-Series-presentsRUSSELL-deCARLE COST: 25

The Listening Room Series presents Russell deCarle at the Perth Tea Room. Steve Briggs will be backing Russell. Dinner reservations guarantee your tickets. l Monday, April 30 Fun and Fitness in Middleville WHEN: 9:30 a.m - 10:30 a.m WHERE: Middleville Community Centre, 4203 Wolf Grove Road, Lanark Highlands CONTACT: Pam, 613-259-2182 COST: Fun and fitness in Middleville once a week.

Fun and Fitness WHEN: 9:30 a.m - 10:30 a.m WHERE: Watson's Corners Hall, Lanark, Lanark Highlands CONTACT: Pam, 613-259-2182 COST: Come to the hall and have some fun and get fit at the same time.

Aerobic Classes WHEN: 10:00 a.m WHERE: Stewart Community Centre, 112 MacFarlane St., Mississippi Mills CONTACT: 613-256-8339 COST: Monday and Wednesday each week.

Euchre WHEN: 12:30 p.m - 3:30 p.m WHERE: ABC Hall, 3166 Bolingbroke Road, County Road 36, Tay Valley CONTACT: Joanne MilnerGreen, 1 (613) 279-1106, communications@abchall.ca, http:// www.abchall.ca COST: $6 4-hand euchre with lunch.

Seniors Euchre WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: Cheryl J. Brown Centre, 215 Sanders Street, Kemptville CONTACT: 613-258-3203 COST: Seniors Euchre every Monday from 1-4 p.m. at the Cheryl J. Brown Centre.

Writers Workshop Series WHEN: 5:30 p.m WHERE: North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville Norenberg Branch, Kemptville CONTACT: Liz Dwyer, info@ngpl.ca COST: Pam Welling leads this free workshop each Monday for the month of April from 7 to 8 p.m.

Explore topics such as genres, novel structure, plot development.

Visiting authors will add their insight.

Bid Euchre WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Smiths Falls Legion, 7 Main St. E., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-283-

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Duplicate Bridge WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Smiths Falls Legion, 7 Main St. E., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-6336205 COST: Duplicate Bridge Partnership l Tuesday, May 1 Fun and Fitness WHEN: 8:15 a.m - 10:30 a.m WHERE: Ferguson Falls Hall, 1362 Ferguson's Falls Road, Drummond-North Elmsley CONTACT: Pam, 613-259-2182 COST: Have some fun and get fit at the Ferguson Falls Hall. Two days a week.

Walking Group WHEN: 9:00 a.m WHERE: North Lanark Community Health Centre, 207 Robertson Drive, Lanark Highlands CONTACT: Pam, 613259-2182 COST: Get fit and have some fun walking with this group in Lanark Highlands.

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Line Dancing WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m WHERE: ABC Hall, 3166 Bolingbroke Road, County Road 36, Tay Valley CONTACT: Rhonda Aisbitt, 1 (613) 885-8543, info@abchall.ca, http://www.abchall.ca Rhonda Aisbitt is an experienced line dancer and instructor; her class is for beginners and seniors,

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LAURIE WEIR ljweir@metroland.com Flora Mesher Riley unwraps her sister's black and white photograph and places it on the table.

She positions is just so. The photo was taken in the 1960s. It's of a woman who sits beside a beautifful Christmas tree adorned with tinsel that beams with lights.

Next, Flora places smaller fframed ribbon emblazoned with the words "In Her Name" beside the woman's portrait.

The woman in the picture is Daphne J. Brown - Flora's older sister. The resemblance is striking. The plaque on the photo reads: Born May 8, 1946, Died April 25, 1970.

It's been 48 years since Daphne was killed by the hands of her now-dead husband, Andrew. She was just shy of her 24th birthday.

Flora tells the story that still ffresh in her mind about how her sister was tossed down a flight of cement steps by Andrew at the Building 360 on the American Base in Goose Bay, Labrador where she was a cleaning woman.

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She survived that ordeal. It was two days later, upon her release when Andrew walked into her hospital room and shot her in the chest. She died instantly.

The memories of that tragic day still haunt Flora. She was not able to rush home as she was in the third trimester of a pregnancy and it was unsafe for her to travel.

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Flora will hang a red dress in the big birch tree in her front yard at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, May 8 - her sister's birthday - to remember

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EVELYN HARFORD eharford@metroland.com Look around. There's litter all around us, in ditches on fields and even on our own front lawns.

Pitch-In Smiths Falls, a two-week litter pick up event, kicks off this weekend starting on April 21 running through May 6.

The Rideau Environmental Action League (REAL) has been participating in Pitch-In since the early 2000s. REAL's local initiative is part of a larger movement. Pitch-In Canada has been running since the 60s when the modern-day environmentalist movement began.

REAL board members Barb Hicks and Donna McKenna encourage everyone in town to participate during the annual litter cleanup.

Hicks said participation

is on a downward trend but isn't necessarily sure why.

"It's not because there's a lack of garbage," said McKenna.

Through their years participating in Pitch-In Smiths Falls, both women said the bulk of the trash groups pick up are from fast food locations, plastic bottles and aluminum cans.

"That problem didn't exist 40 years ago," said Hicks.

The group was recently at Andress' Your Independent Grocer to spread the word about Pitch-In Smiths Falls.

"It was a good reception," said McKenna.

"There were a lot of people who didn't know what it is."

McKenna said that recent good news spreading about Smiths Falls might be a good spark to get people involved in cleaning up

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Rideau Environmental Action League (REAL) board members Barb Hicks (left) and Donna McKenna (right) encourage everyone in town to participate in Pitch In Smiths Falls, the annual litter cleanup scheduled between Saturday, April 21, to Sunday, May 6. Bags will be available at the REAL Deal store during store hours beginning April 5. litter to better the community.

"Smiths Falls is becoming more proud of itself," said McKenna. "People are

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You can pick up your Pitch-In bags at the REAL Deal Store starting any time during store hours, Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

After you've completed your pickup REAL would appreciate you contacting them by May 13 to let them know how you did, especially by how many people participated and how many bags you collected.

You can do this by: dropping off a completed paper form at the store (or use black mailbox at front door), emailing info@realaction.ca or anyone on the committee, phoning the store at 613-283-7999 (leaving a message is fine) or using the online response form.

Names of those responding will be put in a draw for one of three REAL Deal gift certificates.

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taking more pride - lets clean up the town because there are neat things happening.

"It really is about taking

care of your community."

Hicks said it can be intimidating to try to tackle such a big problem alone.

By getting a group together, many hands make light work.

Hicks said it's been good to get larger groups who come out and focus on the larger public spaces and smaller groups who focus on smaller areas in their neighbourhoods.

"Anyone can do it," said McKenna. "You don't have to go and clean up the whole town, clean up your area."

Picking up garbage is an easy first step to get involved bettering the environment, said Hicks.

If you're a larger group that wants to participate, REAL asks that you get in touch with them since they keep track of larger areas that need to be cleaned so people don't double up on

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Spotlight On Elizabethtown-Kitley A Community Bulletin Provided To Keep You Informed

“May 2018” Meeting Schedule

Regular meetings of Council are held the second and fourth Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 6544 New Dublin Road.

Members of the public are invited to attend all meetings. For more information on meeting dates and locations, please visit the Public Portal (click the Civicweb icon or under Quicklinks click on Public Portal Meeting Information, both on the homepage) or consult the calendar page of the To T wnship’s website www.elizabethtown-kitley.on.ca or call 613-345-7480.

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Keeping chickens in your backyard is currently not allowed in Smiths Falls.

Town council considers backyard chickens Staff recommends council not amend animal control bylaw EVELYN HARFORD eharford@metroland.com

had a pilot project to allow residents keep up to six egg-laying backyard hens, which was successful.

Kingston residents are now allowed, provided they abide by town rules including proper licensing.

Town staff also provided two other options for council to consider: choose to amend the bylaw for this one request, or allow backyard hens in residential areas. If council did approve the amendment, staff recommended that they set in place regulations including a licensing fee for a hen coop, a limit on the number of hens permitted on a residential property, time restrictions that the hens must be kept in their coop, regulations respecting the enclosures, and set back regulations from the property lines.

Coun. Cummings was stuck in the middle, explaining that they'd need more information to make a decision on whether or not the town should allow backyard chickens, stating that if the town did make a change it wouldn't just be for this case, it should be town-wide. He said there are a lot of variables that could play into his decision.

More information will be brought before council before a decision is made.

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Elizabethtown-Kitley Farmers Market Pre-Season Meeting on May 17, 2018

The E-K Farmers’ Market is looking for 2018 vendors. Come out to the E-K Municipal Library, 4103 County Road 29 at Spring Valley on May 17th, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. 2018 will be bigger and better with your assistance and advice. Remember, all vendors are welcome! All the produce/vegetable, craft and hobbyists out there looking for a market to sell their harvest and wares come and join the fun and get answers to all your questions. Contact – Deb Taylor T , President-613-342-1781.

Pitch in for a Roadside Clean Up Campaign

For the month of May 2018, residents of Elizabethtown-Kitley will have the opportunity to take Roadside Clean Up Bags (recycling separate) to the Waste Disposal Site (8468 County Rd 7) or to a disposal bin located behind the Lyn L Fire Department (44 Main St E.) for free disposal. North End Residents will be able to place the pitch-in bags at the roadside with their regular household waste. Contact the To T wnship Office at 613-345-7480 for locations to obtain free bags. Thanks to all the volunteers within the To T wnship that have participated in the past 11 years to help make this program a success.

A Friendly Reminder that Permit Approval is Required For:

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Smiths Falls council was hesitant to allow an exemption the animal control bylaw to permit a resident to raise chickens in his backyard.

Andrew Howard had requested that the bylaw be reviewed, expressing interest to install chicken coops with a limited number of chickens in his backyard something currently not allowed in the Town of Smiths Falls, according to a report presented to council at their committee of the whole meeting on Monday, April 23.

Town staff recommended that council deny the request to allow for an exemption to the current animal control bylaw to allow chickens in a residential area because it may set a precedent and increase requests to allow other forms of livestock in residential areas.

Council was divided on the issue.

And while none of the

councillors had any concerns with how Howard would treat the animals, Jay Brennan, Joe Gallipeau and Dawn Quinn agreed with staff's recommendation citing concerns with the time-consuming monitoring for town staff required for potential licensing, public health, animal treatment, including abuse, if others, who may not be as capable, wanted to follow suit.

"I think it sets a precedent," said Brennan.

Coun. Lorraine Allen and Mayor Shawn Pankow disagreed with staff's recommendation.

"I would welcome them," said Allen, who, as an educator, raised chickens with her own students.

Allen cited the benefits of being able to teach children about the cycle of life.

She said allowing backyard chickens also fits in with the movement toward sourcing healthy food locally.

Allen said she would support the ban of roosters within town limits because they are noisy.

Pankow said he would agree to a pilot project to test it out, which would impose certain restrictions including a limit on the number of birds and the type of poultry allowed.

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• Manage animal waste on farms to prevent water contamination.

• Protect the vegetation along the banks of ponds, streams and lakes to help control erosion, provide food for aquatic life, and maintain cooler water temperatures necessary for some species of fish.

• Manage livestock grazing. Overgrazing exposes soil and increases erosion. Keep livestock out of ponds, rivers and streams and other sensitive areas such as wetlands. This not only protects the natural areas around the pasture, but keeps your herd productive and happy.

• Store chemicals in a dry, properly ventilated and secure area. Keep chemicals and pesticides away from surface water, wells and other vulnerable areas.

• Properly install and operate fuel storage tanks to prevent spills.

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Bring your end-of-life electronics to the REAL Deal Wondering how to disW pose of your old televisions and computers?

Bring them to Rideau Environmental Action League's (REAL) electronic waste depot on the site of its REAL Deal Store.

The environmental organization has been operating a registered Ontario Electronics Stewardship (OES) depot at 85 William St. for several years, but many people are still unaware of it. Used electronics from any resident, whether they be from Smiths Falls or a neigh-

bouring municipality, are welcome. This is the place to bring non-working or outdated computers (as well as printers, keyboards etc.), TVs, stereo components, photocopiers, cellphones and so on.

The e-waste goes into the large black bin visible at the front corner of the building. Staff pack the items into the bin, which gets filled and replaced every two weeks or so. Over 2017, the depot collected almost 40 tonnes of waste electronics from area residents! The materials are

batched with that of other OES depots and recycled responsibly in Ontario.

Funds earned through the e-waste collection are used in the operation of the REAL Deal Store.

REAL would prefer that the drop offs happen during store hours, Thursday to Saturday, 10 a.m.to 4 p.m. but realize that is not always possible. If you have sensitive information on a computer device however, best bring it to our attention. Please note that the depot is for electronics waste only, not for other

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Bringing your end-oflife electronics to a depot keeps them out of landfill, prevents them from being handled by irresponsible recyclers, and helps valuable resources to be recycled. The glass, plastic, and precious metals like gold and copper can be recovered to be used in new products, and potentially dangerous metals like mercury and lead can be handled with the health and safety of workers in mind.

If a donor has a working electronic item they would like to donate to the Rideau Environmental Action League Deal for resale, staff will have them sign a

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LAURIE WEIR ljweir@metroland.com The Settlers Ridge Centre will be filled with vendors, entertainment and good eats as the Smiths Falls Home and Living Expo is set for May 5-6 weekend.

Dave Pringle and Dawn Quinn have been busy gathering exhibitors for this year's event, which will fill the hallway of the mall, instead of the former Target store, as that is in use for storage at the present time.

"It will be a lot of fun," said Quinn. "There is no charge, and we're still looking for vendors."

The stores inside the mall will have the opportunity to showcase their businesses as well.

"We have lots of people interested in setting up outdoors this year," noted Pringle. "We're getting vendors from Brockville and other areas this year."

A new vendor this year is Valley Custom Meats, while chainsaw carver from Wolf Creek Carvings, who visited the Lombardy Fair last summer, will also be on site.

Dental hygienist Lori Lawrence, who owns and operates Smile Sensations, will be speaking about her new live cell analysis.

"That's very interesting," Quinn noted. "She'll have lots of info on that."

Back by popular demand is the model railroaders, the G-Men with their G-scale trains in action.

"Last year we had 3,500 people go through," Pringle said. "We will probably see more this year as there are lots of things to see

and do."

A barbecue will be on offer by John Maloney, who is promoting the Urban Jungle Obstacle Course Race, this year taking place on Sunday, Aug. 12.

Money raised from this event will go into a new fund for the purchase of a banner flagpole for across one of the town's streets, similar to a coming-event sign

displayed over Foster Street in Perth.

"They're $27,000 and money we raise from this event, which is about $2,500, will go into that pot," noted Quinn.

If you would like to become a vendor, or for more information, call Pringle at 613-284-5087. Visit www.smithsfallshomelivingexpo.com.

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A 15-year-old Smiths Falls youth has been charged after police received complaints of several tires being slashed in various parts of town.

The youth was arrested on Friday, April 13, and was charged with nine counts of mischief under $5,000 for allegedly slashing numerous tires on vehicles.

The youth will appear in court at a later date.

These charges have not been proven in court.

The Smiths Falls Police Service urges anyone with further information regarding this incident, or similar incidents, to contact our service at 613-283-0357.

Information may be provided anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Daphne, and others who have been murdered or are missing. She is hoping others will do the same as a show of solidarity.

"My sister's was the first murder in Happy Valley-Goose Bay," Flora said. "She was older than me, and she just loved to sing.

She was the most beautiful singer, and her three children were her whole life."

In fact, the entire family of 14 children loved music.

The red dresses have been exhibited across Canada in a show of remembrance, respect, tragedy and solidarity.

"People who see the project are shocked that it is an issue," =she said. "The image itself can speak to a lot of people . often surprised that this is an issue in Canada."

An empty red dress is a marker of those no longer with us, Flora noted, "and the red colour, because it resembles blood. A pow-

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St. Francis de Sales Catholic School Community members, past and present alumni, and friends are invited to drop in and tour the school.

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erful reminder . Police have no stand on missing Aboriginal woman. Nearly 1,200 in Canada have been murdered or gone missing in the last 30 years - 224 in 2014 along, according to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police."

The local woman said she believes the project is a way for the spirits of these missing and murdered women and girls to have their voices heard and their power back.

"It's a chance for these women to be heard," she said, "in the community, through their families, to ensure that they will never be forgotten."

Smiths Falls Mayor Shawn Pankow said he believed the day of remembrance is important, but too close at this point for town to take official action. He said in a phone interview that he hopes through this story, and through social media, it will catch on this year.

The RedDress Project was born in Manitoba by a Métis artist Jaime Black, a multidisciplinary artist based in Winnipeg.

She studied English Literature at the University of Manitoba and has an Education degree from The Ontario Institute of Studies in Education. She has taught in Opaskwayak Cree Nation in the Pas, Manitoba, has worked developing art curriculum for the Urban Shaman: Contemporary Aboriginal Art, and has long been involved in the Aboriginal writers and artists communities in Winnipeg. She is currently a mentee with Mentoring Artists for Womens Art (MAWA).

In her artwork, Black attempts to create a dialogue around social and political events and issues, through provocation or creating space for reflection. She is particularly interested in feminism and Aboriginal social justice, and the possibilities for articulating linkages between and around these movements.

On May 8, Flora is asking women to donate a red dress to the project, hang one outside their home, or wear one as you go about your day.

For more information, to donate a dress, or if you would like to drop by Flora's home on May 8, 2 p.m., call 613-283-4787, or emailfriley1999@gmail.com.

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Sue Cavanagh, Executive Director of Children's Resources on Wheels (CROW), was celebrated for her three decades of service with the organization at their annual general meeting and volunteer appreciation event on Friday, April 20, in Smiths Falls.

Children's Resources on Wheels celebrated 30 years of service at their annual general meeting and volunteer appreciation night in Smiths Falls on Friday, April 20.

CROW Lanark's executive director, Sue Cavanagh, said the major successes over the last three decades have been connecting with communities including ffamilies, children, partners and community services, as well as providing an alternate service ffor parents seeking licensed child care in a home environment.

"CROW is a place where people come together to form relationships in a community context," she said.

CROW has a long history of working with the community. In 1987, CROW began in Middleville, North Lanark County, offering ffamily resource programming in rural communities north of Perth with CROW's bus. In 1990, CROW expanded the resource services to the entire county and also moved to Lanark Village.

Four years later licensed home child care was added to the programs and services.

In 2002, the CROW resource program was selected as the new Ontario Early Years Centre in Lanark County. In the same year, two additional programs, Early Literacy Specialist and Data Analysis Coordinator, were added to the CROW umbrella, and the organization moved to Smiths Falls.

In 2007, licensed group childcare, KinderCare, was set up as a pilot project, under the Best Start Initiative, in Lanark Village.

Four years ago, the Ministry of Education became the funder for CROW. In 2014, Ministry of Education rolled out How Does Learning Happen Initiative for Early Years programs including kindergarten, child care and other early learning programs including Ontario Early Years Centres.

In January 2018, CROW was granted the EarlyON designation in Lanark County. EarlyON child and family centres provide opportunities for children from birth to six years of age to participate in play and inquiry-based

programs, and support parents and caregivers in their roles.

These centres will offer safe and welcoming environments open to all families across Ontario, with qualified professionals and quality programs. Families and caregivers will be able to find support, advice, make personal connections and access a network of resources.

Cavanagh said the major hurdles have included finding permanent space for program delivery in communities outside of Smiths Falls, adapting our services after the full roll out of fullday kindergarten, and understanding and adhering to the new Child Care and Early Years Act, which replaced the Day Nurseries Act. Moving forward, Cavanagh said the organization is working to find permanent space for program delivery in communities outside of Smiths Falls, increase the capacity for licensed home child care, including providers throughout Lanark County, and transitioning to EarlyON and to the new school location in Smiths Falls with the least disruption in service.

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Children's Resources on Wheels celebrates 30 years of service in Lanark County

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Learn how to create holistic garden The Rideau Lakes Horticultural Society welcomes Joanna Kowalczyk of the Table Community Food Centre in Perth to its May 2 F meeting for a discussion on "Designing a Holistic Garden".

Situated at 160 Gore St. in Perth, The Table works to increase access to good food, improve food skills and literacy, and create a more connected and engaged community. Its programming prioritizes low-income families and individuals but includes opportunities ffor everyone to be involved. Programs include: The Good Food Bank, community meals three times a week, an after-school program for kids aged eight to 12, various food skills programs, a community gardening program, individual and family advocacy sup-

Small business provides jobs, tax revenues and many other contributions to our region.

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The meeTing daTes a aTes are as follows: 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 6:30 PM 1:00 PM Immed. Following

Special Council Council Planning Finance Public Works

Reeve Richard Kidd Reeve Richard Kidd Councillor Faye Campbell Deputy-Reeve Sharon Mousseau Councillor Brian Dowdall

fire Ban is on as of aPril 1sT There is a CoUnTY wide fire Ban on UnTil fUrTher noTiCe. no BUrning is allowed.

noTiCe of a PUBliC meeTing – amendmenT To The deVeloPmenT Charges BY-law & BaCKgroUnd sTUdY NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING T TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the To T wnship of Beckwith will hold a public meeting on the 1st day of May 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Administration Building Council Chambers, 1702 9th Line Beckwith to consider amendments to Development Charges By-Law No. 2014-16 in accordance with Section 12 of the Development Charges Act, S.O. 1997 specific to the Public Works Department.

A copy of the proposed by-law and report on public works road system component of the Development Charges Study will be available on April 12th, 2018 at the municipal office and the To T wnship’s ’ website www.twp.beckwith.on.ca. ’s

PURPOSE OF AMENDMENT Public Works – Road System would be amended to reflect changes to Table T 15 of the Study, tudy by adding: tudy, • 6th Line Beckwith • Glenashton Road

REPRESENTATION REPRESENTA ATION ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and / or make written or verbal representation with respect to the proposed amended by-law.

Written submissions received prior to the public meeting and submissions made at the public meeting will be considered by Council prior to the enactment of the amended Development Charges By-Law. Ross Trimble, Acting Clerk Administrator rtrimble@twp.beckwith.on.ca, 613-257-1539

large iTem daTes for maY The large item dates for f May are Monday May 7th and Tuesday May 8th.

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port, and a social justice program.

As the Table's Community Garden Coordinator, Joanna works to empower community members through growing their own food in a 10,000 sq.ft. vegetable garden.

She can be reached at 613-267-6428, ext. 28 or at joanna@thetablecfc.org.

The Rideau Lakes Horticultural Society meets the first Wednesday of the month from April to November at the Portland Community Hall, 24 Water St. Free refreshments and social time begin at 6:45 p.m., with the meeting starting at 7:15 p.m. Admission is free for members and $5 for guests. The annual membership fee is $15 and guest admissions count toward the annual fee.

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COUNCIL

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NOTICE OF CERTIFICATION A ATION LEGAL NOTICE OF CERTIFICATION A ATION AS A CLASS PROCEEDING THIS NOTICE IS TO CERTAIN T TAIN INDIVIDUALS WHOSE PERSONAL, CONFIDENTIAL AND IDENTIFYING INFORMATION INFORMA (“PERSONAL INFORMATION”) INFORMA W IN THE POSSESSION OF FAMIL WAS FAMILY AMILY AND CHILDREN’S SERVICES OF LANARK, LEEDS AND GRENVILLE, ALSO KNOWN AS THE CHILDREN’S AID SOCIETY OF LANARK, LEEDS AND GRENVILLE (“FCSLLG”), WHICH PERSONAL INFORMATION INFORMA W IN THE POSSESSION OF THE FCSLLG, WHICH PERSONAL WAS INFORMA INFORMATION W ALLEGEDLY WAS ALLEGEDL NOT PROPERLY PROPERL SAFEGUARDED BY FCSLLG ALLOWING IT TO BE DISCLOSED OR RELEASED OR OBTAINED OBT AND PUBLISHED BY UNAUTHORIZED THIRD PAR P TIES ON OR BEFORE APRIL 18, 2016.

READ THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY AREFULL AS IT MAY AREFULLY MA AFFECT YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS 1. What is this lawsuit about?

A representative Plaintiff Plaintif (identified as M.M.) has commenced a Class Proceeding against FAMIL FAMILY AMILY AND CHILDREN’S SER SERVICES OF LANARK, LEEDS AND GRENVILLE, also known as the CHILDREN’S AID SOCIETY OF LANARK, LEEDS AND GRENVILLE (“FCSLLG”) and KELLEY DENHAM (“Denham”), seeking damages on behalf of individuals whose personal, confidential and identifying information (“personal information”) was in the possession of the FCSLLG, which personal information was allegedly not properly safeguarded by FCSLLG allowing it to be disclosed or released or obtained and published by unauthorized third parties on or before April 18, 2016.

The Class Proceeding was certified on December 21, 2017. Flaherty McCarthy LLP represents the class (“Class Counsel”).

The purpose of this document is to provide notice to Class Members that the Class Proceeding has been certified and your rights to remain in the action or to opt-out of the action.

Certification is a preliminary procedural matter. The merits of the claim in the action, or the allegations of fact on which the claims are based, have not been finally determined by the courts. The defendants deny the allegations made in the claim.

2. Am I a member of the Class?

Y are a member of the Class and entitled to participate in the proceeding if you are one of the following: You 1. The 284 persons (including through thr their estates or personal repr representatives, epresentatives, as may be permitted by applicable law) other than Kelley Denham, identified by name in a confidential Family and Children’ Children’s en’s Services of Lanark, Leeds and Gr Grenville (“FCSLLG”) document (“the Document”) (the “Identified Class”); or 2. For the period of April 1, 2015 to April 18, 2016, (a) the children, childr step-children, step-childr spouse or common law partner of the Identified Class Member and (b) all persons who otherwise stood in loco parentis par to the children childr or step-children step-childr of the Identified Class Member (“the Identifiable Class”) (including through thr their estates or personal repr representatives, epresentatives, as may be permitted by applicable law).

3. How does this Class Proceeding affect you?

If you are a Class member, and you wish to participate in the proceeding, then you do not need to do anything more at this stage. You Y are automatically included in the Class.

There is no cost to you to participate in the class action. You Y will have no responsibility to pay any legal fees. Class Counsel will only be paid in the event that the action succeeds at trial or there is a settlement. Class Counsel have entered into a contingency fee agreement with the representative plaintiff. plaintif The agreement provides for a contingency fee of 30% of the amount recovered in the Class Proceeding to be paid to Class Counsel, along with reimbursement of all disbursements and taxes. The court must first approve Class Counsel’s legal fees before they will be paid.

A Class member who does not opt out of the Class Proceeding will be bound by the terms of any judgment or any settlement approved by the Court. Each Class member may be entitled to share in the amount of any judgment awarded or settlement reached in the Class Proceeding.

A judgment (including an approved settlement), whether favourable or not, will bind all Class Members who do not opt out of the Class.

4. Class Members May Opt Out of the Proceeding IF YOU DO NOT WANT W TO PAR PARTICIP ARTICIPA TICIPATE ATE in this Class Proceeding, you must take steps to opt out of the Class. If you opt out of the Class, you will not be eligible to recover any benefits under a settlement or award in this Class Proceeding.

Members of the Class may exercise their right to opt out of the Class by submitting a letter by mail stating that you wish to opt out of the Settlement.

Y “Opt-Out Form” must include: Your 1. The name of this proceeding (M.M. v. v FCSLLG, or similar identifying words); 2. Your Y full name, email address, mailing address, and telephone number; 3. Your Y signature or the signature of your legal agent, acting with your instructions; and 4. A brief statement that you understand you will be excluded from any judgment (including an approved settlement), if any.

A person may provisionally opt-out a minor or mentally incapable Class Member, but this will be subject to Court approval.

An Opt-Out Form can be obtained by visiting the Class Proceeding website (www (www.CASPRIVACYBREACH.com). .CASPRIVACYBREACH.com). Your .CASPRIVACYBREACH.com).

Y Opt-Out Form must be postmarked for regular mail or submitted to courier for delivery to the address below, below by no later than June 2, 2018.

Litigation Administrator - CAS Privacy Breach Class Action Deloitte LLP Bay Adelaide East 8 Bay Adelaide Street West W Suite 200 T Toronto ON M5H 0A9 Y cannot exclude yourself by telephone or email. You You Y cannot exclude yourself by mailing a notification to any other location or if your Opt-Out Form is post-marked or submitted to courier after the deadline of June 2, 2018. No Class Member will be permitted to opt out after June 2, 2018.

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The RCMP will bring its Musical Ride to Smiths Falls on Sunday, May 27 at Lower Reach Park. Above, scenes from the Musical Ride show when it came to Perth in June 2016.

Royal Canadian Mounted Police to bring Musical Ride to Smiths Falls EVELYN HARFORD eharford@metroland.com The RCMP will bring its Musical Ride to Smiths Falls this spring.

The ride, which takes place in nearly 50 communities across Canada, will see a full troop of 32 riders and their horses performing drills choreographed to music.

The announcement was made during a regular meeting of Smiths Falls town council on Monday, April 16.

Coun. Jay Brennan re-

ported that he was excited about the long-anticipated event.

An application for the event went back to 2011. In fact, Brennan reported that his mother, Joyce Brennan, who used to be on council and on the town's heritage committee, initiated it.

"Finally, we've got it this year," he said. "It's another feather in the cap for Smiths Falls."

In 2016, the ride made a stop in Perth.

The ride will take place in Smiths Falls during the afternoon on Sun-

day, May 27.

The musical ride is a Canadian tradition since 1876, a troop of 32 scarlet coated Mounties on majestic black horses present a 30minute show of intricate figures and cavalry drills choreographed to music.

The performance will be held at Lower Reach Park on Sunday, May 27, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

For details call 613-2836311 or email heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca.

Admission will be by donation. More details to soon follow. Event runs rain or shine!

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Council/Committee of the Whole May 8 & 22 5:00 pm

EVELYN HARFORD eharford@metroland.com Amanda Harris' four-yearold son Easton, who has cerebral palsy, plays sledge hockey out of Ottawa. In anticipation of their move back to Smiths Falls next year, she's trying to bring sledge hockey with them after realizing there aren't many recreation options for people with disabilities in town.

"They didn't sound fun to me," said Harris, of the options she was presented with after inquiring with the town.

So, Harris began her mission.

With support from Sledge Hockey of Eastern Ontario (SHEO) and the Town of Smiths Falls, she's trying to bring sledge hockey to town.

Easton currently plays with SHEO out of Kanata. Though too young to play on the Junior Senators team, he still goes out with them to play and learn.

"He loves it, absolutely loves it," said Harris. "We're moving back to Smiths Falls next year; I really wanted to bring it with us.

How awesome would that be?"

Harris wants to see her son's enjoyment continue at the local level when the family moves back to town. The family moved to Kanata so that Easton could attend the Ottawa Children's Treatment Centre (OCTC) School to receive physiothera-

The Municipal Office and Landfill site are closed

Monday May 21 for

Code Road Waste Site—Summer Hours May 5—October 27 Monday, Tuesday & Friday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Smiths Falls Composite Site Opens May 12th Saturdays from 8 am – 4 pm (May 12 –Nov 24) 3514 Hwy 43– East of the Hillside Cemetery

Hazardous Waste Depot Opens May 19th

Saturdays from 8 am – 12 pm (May 19-Sep 1) 128 Patterson Cres, Carleton Place – bring proof of residency

Pitch In Week April 22– 29

Submitted/Amanda Harris

Tyrone Henry, Team Canada Olympic sledge hockey player (left), with his silver medal held by Easton Harris, 4, at a recent tournament in Ottawa hosted by Sledge Hockey of Eastern Ontario. Harris has a mild form of cerebral palsy and would like to continue playing sledge hockey when he moves back to Smiths Falls from Kanata. py.

"Instead of us taking days off ffrom work, we can sent him to the school," said Harris.

OCTC is attached to the Chil-

dren's Hospital of Eastern Ontario and provides specialized care primarily for children and l See SLEDGE, page 12

The Township provides garbage bags, tools, and free garbage disposal for Pitch In volunteers.

Tweed to invest $20M in social, responsible initiatives over the next 4 years home now stretches coast to coast and our contribution has to expand along with it."

"Cannabis legalization is an important social change and it is incumbent on us as leaders in the industry to renew our commitment to social, responsible community building all across Canada."

The Tweed Collective is looking for artists, creators, builders and partners with bold ideas for their community, to come share their vision at TweedCollective.com.

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Absolutely NO BURNING

Due to late snowfall, Pitch In Clean-ups will continue throughout May.

2018 Municipal Election – October 22, 2018 Candidates: Nomination Day is May 1 to 2:00 p.m. July 27, 2018 Voters: Make sure you are on the Voters List : visit https://www.voterlookup.ca

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Installment due Monday April 30, 2018 Avoid late charges applied on or about May 1, 2018   

Be sure we have your current mailing address; Reminder! Taxes 2-years in arrears are now subject to Tax Registration for collection; and We do not accept e-transfers, or payments via credit cards.

Building Department

CBO Appointment Hours are: Monday – Friday: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Please contact Peter Echlin to schedule an appointment if you have questions on a building permit application or if you require an inspection. 267-6500 ext. 240 or pechlin@dnetownship.ca

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have already made meaningful contributions to the health and development of the communities we call home.

"Through the Tweed Collective, we are honouring the legacy of advocacy, progress, and community building that this important day in the cannabis community represents," said Mark Zekulin, president of Canopy Growth Corporation, Tweed's umbrella company. "We started at home by supporting the local theatre and the community garden in Smiths Falls. With Tweed expanding across the country with new production sites and retail stores,

As of April 23 Burn Ban in Effect

Can we count on your support?

Stop into the Township office for Pitch In bags, or call for more information. 613-2676500 613-267-6500 3-267 3-267-6500

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Tweed Inc. announced the funding and creation of the Tweed Collective - an initiative founded on the principles of progress, growth and community development - on April 20.

Over the next four years, the Tweed Collective will invest $20 million in social, responsible initiatives across Canada that will transform where and how we live in meaningful ways - calling it their very own 4-20 commitment.

From the start, Tweed says they were founded on the belief that cannabis can be a force for good. Building on this belief, Tweed says they're are proud to

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youth in the region with multiple physical, developmental and associated behavioural needs.

It was there that Harris realized hockey, something the family is very passionate about, could be an option for Easton, whose teacher had suggested sledge hockey to them.

Team Canada Olympic sledge hockey player Tyrone Henry plays sledge hockey with Easton Harris, 4. - Submitted/Amanda Harris Harris herself grew up playing hockey for the Cubs, the Perth Wings and the St. Lawrence College team in Brockville.

As a parent to a child with a disability, finding sport programming can be difficult.

"I'm a little surprised there isn't much more out there," said Harris. "But that could also be because of my lack of knowledge.

We didn't know sledge hockey was a possibility ffor him. When we found out about it, it was a huge eye-opener that there's so much out there that kids can do - you just have to bring it to them.

"I want to make sure every kid has every opportunity."

Harris also points out that sledge hockey isn't just a sport for people with disabilities, it's a sport for everybody at any age, whether you have a disability or not.

"It's not just for kids like my son, it's for able bodies too," she said. "I played this weekend and oh my gosh it's so hard, it's so tough. Everyone just

Submitted/Amanda Harris

Easton Harris, 4, was coached by Paralympic gold medalist and this year's Canadian Paralympic Chef de Mission, Todd Nicholson (centre), alongside other players with Sledge Hockey Eastern Ontario at a recent tournament in Ottawa.

had a blast."

By bringing people with disabilities and people without disabilities together, it can help alleviate stigma and enrich the community through cooperation, understanding, exposure and teamwork.

"Growing up in Smiths Falls, there was a lot of hush, hush - you wouldn't really talk about kids with disabilities as much as you do now," said Harris.

The Town of Smiths Falls has been supportive of Harris' efforts to bring sledge hockey to town.

"Certainly, we have the assets and the physical space, and we'd love to see it happen," said Art Manhire, the town's director of community service. "It would be great."

Manhire acknowledged the limited sporting options for people with disabilities in Smiths Falls, though couldn't necessarily project the potential interest.

"It's really hard to measure what the demand would be," he said.

However, Manhire said that by having more sport options offered out of the Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre, including those which are more inclusive, will help more accurately reflect the community that the community centre serves.

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Tammy Peckham, Youth Education Officer for the Remembrance Day Contest for the Royal Canadian Legion, Smiths Falls, presents the branch top prizes to students from local Catholic schools with their awards. Top three finishers were: primary colour, Evie Tsarouhas, St. James, first; primary black and white, Mary Anne Babcock, third, St. James; junior colour, Brooklyn Johnston, first, and third, Aaron Stanistreet, both of St. Francis; junior black and white, Meghan Chevrie, second, Charlotte Leach Clement, third, both of St. Francis; intermediate colour, Emma Kroll, first, Zach Ellis, second and Maya Forbes, third, all of St. Francis; intermediate black and white, first, Lily Trudel, second, Charlyze Seeley, and third, Joshua Mousseau, all of St. Francis.

"The idea of a community centre is that you have the entire community is reflected in the activities happening there," he said. "It's (sledge hockey) one other option that would be effective in not only reflecting the need in the community, but also the idea that people have different abilities."

To make sledge hockey a reality, Harris said they

just need people to sign up ffrom Smiths Falls, and surrounding areas.

"I need bodies," she said. "We need people interested."

Harris reported that SHEO will be able to provide equipment rentals, as well as coaching resources.

If you're interested in seeing sledge hockey in Smiths Falls and want to

sign up, please contact Harris at amandaponto88@gmail.com.

Easton Harris, 4, was coached by Paralympic gold medalist and this year's Canadian Paralympic Chef de Mission, Todd Nicholson (centre), alongside other players with Sledge Hockey Eastern Ontario at a recent tournament in Ottawa. - Submitted/Amanda Harris

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A new map, part of an online tool, the Climate Atlas of Canada, allows users to check out how climate change may impact their hometown - including Smiths Falls - during this century.

The University of Winnipeg's Prairie Climate Centre launched its Climate Atlas of Canada earlier this month.

The map allows users to explore how climate change could impact hot weather, cold weather, as well as temperature in general, precipitation and growing season, between the recent past and 2080, based on data from 12 global climate models. Users g can also filter the data by the

severity of climate change.

HOT WEATHER Between 2051 and 2080, the average warmest maximum temperature in Smiths Falls could increase by 4.7 C to 37.8 C. from 33.1 C between 1976 and 2005.

The number of days exceeding 30 C could rise by 44.7 days, increasing from 10.3 days to 55 days between the same time periods.

COLD WEATHER Between 2051 and 2080, the average coolest minimum temperature in Smiths Falls could rise by 6.1 C to -24.1 C from -30.2 C between 1976 and 2005.

The number of -30 C days could decrease to 0 from 0.8 in the same time period.

TEMPERATURE

Between 2051 and 2080, the annual mean temperature in Smiths Falls could increase by 4.3 C to 10.7 C from 6.4 C between 1976 and 2005.

PRECIPITATION The number of heavy precipitation days (10 millimetres) could increase by 3.8 days, up from 24.4 between 1976-2005 to 28.2 between 2051 and 2080.

GROWING SEASON The date of first fall frost could shift by nearly a month, moving from Oct. 3 between 1976-2005 and Oct. 28 between 2051 and 2080.

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The annual Spring Fling Running Thing in support of the Smiths Falls Community Hospital Foundation was held on April 22. Pictured clockwise from the top left, the Running Thing gets its groove on; Clark Alexander from Lombardy is at the head of the pack for the 5k take-off; Ruby Stringel from Merrickville shows off her medal after her 5k run; the volunteer team at the registration table included: Braydon Brown, Kim Schryburt-Brown, Tammy Mulrooney, and Patty Garven; Thing gets participants ready with some pre-run stretches; and Seth Laming from Athens (left) and Caelan Flynn from Seeley's Bay collect their medals after completing the 2k race. Funds raised from the event are still being tabulated.

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Rever, Larry Dale

Suddenly at home with his loving family by his side on Monday, April 16, 2018 in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of Francine. Loving father of Marsha (Jason) and Joe (Kate).

Cherished grandfather of Matthew, Emma, Josh, Jenelle, Cassie and Brandt. Dear brother of Wayne (Cecile). Treasured and best cuz of Allen (Diane) Rever. Brother-in-law of Peter Cote (Marcelle), and Marie-Berthe (Robert Cote). Predeceased by his parents Lawrence and Mildred Rever, and by his siblings; Bud, Barbara, Florence and Mary-Lou. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

As per Larry’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or service.

As expressions of sympathy donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

Smith, Doris

(Co-Founder of the Smith Funeral Home now Pilon Family Funeral Home in Arnprior) With heavy hearts, we announce that our precious Doris passed away peacefully at The RuddyShenkman Hospice while holding her husband and best friend’s hand on Friday afternoon, April 20, 2018. Doris Alexandra Smith (nee Archer) of Kinburn at age 82. Doris is survived by her beloved husband Clem; her daughter, Colleen Ciphery (Mark) and son David (Stephanie). Loved and cherished by her grandchildren Kaitlin (Cameron); Brett and Emily (Marcus Low), Isabella and Anais and Great-Grandma of Wyatt. Doris will be lovingly remembered by the Smith family. A quiet, soft-spoken lady, Doris dedicated her life to supporting her funeral director husband while caring for Arnprior area families for over 3 decades. Her soft supportive manner will be remembered by the many whose lives have been touched by her. She will be missed.

Friends were invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd. (formerly Smith Funeral Home), 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm and again on Tuesday morning from 9 until 10 am. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in St. Michael’s Church, Fitzroy Harbour on Tuesday morning, April 24th at 11 o’clock. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery, Arnprior. In memory of Doris, please consider a donation to The RuddySchenkman Hospice in Kanata or St. Michael’s Parish, Fitzroy Harbour.

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Blair, Bonar Graham

Bonar passed away in the Kingston hospital on Wednesday, April 18th, 2018 at the age of 83 years. He was predeceased in 2015 by his beloved wife Donna (Spalding) Blair.

Bonar was the cherished father of Janet Blair and Suzanne Blair and grandfather of Connor. Friends and family were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Tuesday, April 24th, 2018 from 9:30 to 10:30 A.M. followed by funeral service at 10:30 A.M. in the Chapel. Interment Elmwood Cemetery.

A reception for family and friends to share memories will be held in the Blair and Son Family Centre following the interment. In remembrance of Bonar, contributions to the Perth Lions Club would be appreciated.

BONSELAAR, Charles Richard

Charlie passed suddenly but peacefully at his residence on April 19th, 2018 in his 55th year. He leaves his father Dick Bonselaar and was predeceased by his mother Emily Spierenburg. Loving father to Nathan and Richard Bonselaar and Napatsie and Tuja Lucassie. He will be missed by his two sisters Marie Bonselaar and Suzanne Ritchie (Ron) and niece Kodi Ritchie and nephews Ben Ritchie and Adam Tysick.

Charlie was a proud employee of First Air in Iqaluit for over 20 years as their utility vehicle mechanic and enjoyed his many years working at the Fallbrook garage. The service to honour Charlie’s life will be held in the Chapel of Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W. Perth on Friday, April 27th, 2018 at 10:30 A.M. followed by a reception in the Blair & Son Family Centre.

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JACKSON, Barrie

(Retired Nordion Canada) Peacefully at The Grove Nursing Home, Arnprior early Friday morning, April 20th, 2018; Barrie John Jackson of Arnprior passed away following a lengthy journey through Dementia. He was 83. Beloved husband of Sheila (nee Gibbons). Dearly loved father of Paul (Jillian Carson-Jackson) of Canberra, Australia; Ann Baird (Harold) of Kinburn and Sarah Jackson of Kanata. Proud grandfather of David (Erika), Robert, Thomas, Aria, Elizabeth and great-grandfather of Sawyer and Clayton. A service in celebration of Barrie’s life will be held at Emmanuel Anglican Church, 287 Harrington Street, Arnprior on Monday, April 30th at 11 a.m. A reception will follow. In memory of Barrie, please consider a donation to The Grove Nursing Home Redevelopment Fund. In the professional care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior.

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COURVILLE Andre

Passed away suddenly at his home in Smiths Falls, on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at the age of 50. Former husband of Carol-Ann Courville.

Much loved father of Ayla Rowe (Greg), Chance Courville (Ocean), and Aidan Courville.

Cherished grandfather of Alyssa Erskine.

Predeceased by his parents Carol and Jack Courville. Brother of James, Kevin and Jason Courville. Will be missed by his Uncle Mark Crooke. Andre lived for his children and his music! Fondly remembered by his extended family and friends. Family and friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 112 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls on Monday, April 23, 2018 from 10:00 to 12:00 p.m. Service will be held in the Blair & Son Chapel at 12:00 p.m. In memory of Andre, contributions to the Calvary Bible Church would be appreciated.

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DAGENAIS, Dolores (Dolly)

(nee Kean) Suddenly at Groves Park Lodge, Renfrew on Friday evening, April 20, 2018; Dolores Dagenais of Renfrew passed away at the age of 84. Beloved wife of the late Gordon Dagenais. The last surviving child of the late Orville and Margaret (nee Jackson) Kean, Dolores was predeceased by her siblings: Doreen, Don, Jack, Theo, Yvonne, Diane and Bob. Fondly remembered by Cheryl Lacasse and Donna Bissonnette as well as many other nieces and nephews. In spite of the physical challenges that Dolly faced in the later years of her life, she always managed to remain cheery and welcoming to all her friends at Groves Park Lodge. Her remarkable sprite will be missed. Private interment will take place at the Hillcrest Cemetery, Calabogie later. Entrusted to the professional care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior.

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ARNOTT, Mary Lou Evelyn -

Passed away peacefully at the Kingston General Hospital on Friday, April 6, 2018 in her 83rd year. Daughter of the late James and Margaret Arnott.

Dear Sister of Robert (Marion) Arnott and Marguerite Isobel Scharf (The Late Eric). Predeceased by her siblings Raymond (Florence) Arnott and Wilmer (Margaret) Arnott. Mary Lou will be fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews.

Family and Friends were received at MCGLADE FUNERAL HOME on Saturday, April 14, 2018 between the hours of 2:00 - 4:00 & 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Cremation followed. A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date in Rosetta Cemetery. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Charity of Your Choice in memory of Mary Lou. Online condolences may be made at www.mcgladefuneralhome.com IN THE CARE OF MCGLADE FUNERAL HOME 78 CENTRE STREET DESERONTO, ONTARIO 613-396-2310

“We have lost our rock and the love of our lives”.

Robert Gray Palmer passed away suddenly on Wednesday, April 18th, 2018.

Cherished husband for 45 years to Dawn Elizabeth Palmer (Oakes).

Worshiped and cherished father of Shaun (Christine), Cory (Nicole) and Derek (Laura).

Dear son of John Gray and the late Irene Frances (Poole) Palmer and brother to Doug (Judy) Palmer. Proud grandfather of Amelia, Olivia and Ellie. Bob will be sadly missed by his father-in-law Donald Oakes (the late Betty Oakes), sisters-in-law Vicky Findlay (Brian) (late Gerry) Findlay, Janie Kerr (Earl), and brother-in-Law Ricky Oakes (Dorothy). Bob’s favorite passions were his family, his Mini and helping others. He will be dearly missed by all of his family, cousins, neighbours and his many long time friends. Family and friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W. Perth on Sunday, April 22nd, 2018 between 1:00 and 5:00 P.M. Bob’s Celebration of Life was held in the Chapel on Monday at 10:30 A.M. “To know him was a privilege, to love him was a gift and to be loved by Bob was a treasure.” In remembrance, contributions to the Christie Lake Kids Camp or Lanark Animal Welfare Society (L.A.W.S.) would be appreciated.

Bob’s family and friends will gather for an outdoor Celebration of his Life to be held this summer (date to be announced) at his beloved Christie Lake.

Humphrey, Kenneth “Clare”

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Family and Friends May Visit C.R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc. (127 Church St., Almonte, ON. 613-256-3313) On Thursday, April 26, 2018 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm. Funeral Mass at Holy Name of Mary Church (134 Bridge St., Almonte, ON.) on Friday, April 27, 2018 at 1pm.

All are welcome to a reception at the Almonte Civitan Hall (500 Almonte St.) following the Mass.

Spring interment in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Almonte, ON . In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Clare can be made to your local food bank or another charity of your choice.

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Gladish Bea

Peacefully in Hamilton, Ontario on Thursday April 19, 2018 at the age of 90. Loving wife of the late George Max Gladish, loving mother to Krista, Grandmother of Andrea.

Bea came to Canada and made her home in Carleton Place where she resided until just recently. Bea was active with St. James Anglican Church and the Hospital Auxiliary for many years in Carleton Place.

Cremation has taken place and a service will be held at a future date at St. James Anglican Church and Interment at St. James Cemetery where she will be reunited with Max. For those who wish, a donation to the local SPCA or LAWS would be appreciated by the family.

CAVANAGH Eva Mae

May 2, 1919 - April 15, 2018 It is with Great sadness we announce the passing of Eva Mae Cavanagh on April 15, 2018 in Whitby Ontario, just shy of her 99th birthday. She was predeceased by her parents Edmond Stanley and Sarah Scott. Also predeceased by her husband James Keith Cavanagh (2003), son John Cavanagh (2008), daughter Katherine Cavanagh (1958) and daughter-in-law Candice Cavanagh (2014).

Eva is survived by daughter Myrna Cavanagh (Martin), granddaughters Jackie Ward and Jeannie Casey. Daughter Peggy (John) McDonnell and grandsons Shamus & Liam McDonnell. Son James Cavanagh and grandsons Edward and Trevor Cavanagh.

Daughter-in-law Debbie Cavanagh and grandson Rodney Cavanagh. She is survived by numerous grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Services were held at the Blair and Son Funeral Home, 112 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls on Monday, April 23 2018 from 5:00 p.m. until the chapel service at 7:00 p.m.

Officiating in the Chapel will be Minister Heather Kinkaid . Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to a charity of your choice.

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SMITH, IRWIN J.

(Veteran WWII) Passed away peacefully, on Sunday, April 15, 2018 in his 100th year.

Predeceased by his beloved wife Dorothy (nee Charbonneau).

Father of Donald.

Predeceased by sisters Jean Buckland and Mary Moran. He will be fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews and their families. The family wish to extend a heartfelt thank you to the nursing staff at Orchard View By The Mississippi for their kindness and care.

Private arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Capital Funeral Home and Cemetery

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NORRIS, Rodney “Rod” Delmer

1936-2018 Born May 11th in Maberly, ON In the early morning on April 16th Rod passed away peacefully in the loving arms of his devoted wife of 31 years, Linda Norris. Loved by his children Trudy Norris, Victoria Jane Parry (Keith Parry) and Cindy Lee Norris.

Grandchildren Laura Andress (Michael Clamp), Rachael Bell (Mark Bell), Tess Andress (Matt Bergeron) and Jessica Andress (Vincent Ross). Great-grandchildren Penny, Haley, Ayden, Austin, Brenna, Gracyn, Carter, Rory Taiva and Hudson. Loved by Linda’s children Liisa, Jantunen, John Jantunen and Jennifer Jarvis and their children Drake, Connor, Liam, Anik, Kai, Violet and Oliver.

Rod’s Celebration of Life will be held on April 30th, 2018 at Mapleview Community Centre, 300 Mapleview Ave., Barrie, ON at 1 p.m. with lunch following the service. Donations can be made to the Mapleview Church to go to his two favourite charities Onezoloriver project Carlos Mission in Ecuador and The First Nations Centre Lac Seoul ON.

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Larose, Rheal “Ray 1932-2018

Peacefully, on April 21, 2018, at his home in Carleton Place, with his beloved wife and children by his side at the age of 86. Ray is survived by his wife and best friend Sandra of 43 years, his loving children Linda Smith (Bill), Peter (Colleen), Pat Horton (Jack), Suzann Townend (Ray), John (Patti), Wendy Young (David) and Robert Beaupre.

Predeceased by his beloved daughter Shirley (Norm Brown - surviving). Cherished PaPa of sixteen grandchildren and twenty three greatgrandchildren. Brother of Lucille, Gaston, Claude and Ghislaine. He will be remembered by many nieces, nephews and good friends.

Predeceased by his parents, Rene and Paula, his first wife Shirley (nee Longchamps) and brothers Paul and Andre. His passing has left a void in our lives and in our hearts that can never be filled. A visitation was held at the Alan R Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Tuesday, April 24, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. a service followed in the Chapel at 1:00 p.m. For those who wish to make a donation in memory of Ray, please consider donations to the Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital Foundation.

Charlie passed away in Perth hospital on Tuesday, April 17th, 2018 at the age of 65 years. He was the loved husband of Barbara (Blair) Lance and cherished father of Neil (Laura) Blair.

Charlie was the adored grandfather of Brittan Blair, Laine Blair (Annie Stranberg), Lora Blair (Ryan Ohman) and Jake, Jared and Jaden Day. He was the son of the late Wallace and Elizabeth (Arnoldi) Lance of Lanark and brother of Joseph (Brenda) Lance of Red Rock and Gay (Jim) Wallace of Borden, Ontario. Charlie will be sadly missed by his father-in-law and motherin-law Ken and Dorothy Blair of Perth, brother-in-law Gerry (late Gladys Lowery) Blair of Hopetown and sisters-in-law Bonnie (late Jack) Nolan of Renfrew and Kelly (Ian) Murphy of Perth, many nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family and friends. Friends paid their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Saturday, April 21st, 2018 from 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. In remembrance of Charlie, contributions to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation or Lanark Animal Welfare Society would be appreciated.

SAWYER, Ida (Flens)

1922-2018 (Dutch War Bride) Passed away peacefully at her home, Almonte Country Haven on Sunday, April 15th, 2018 at the age of 95. Predeceased by her devoted husband, John; her loving brother and 2 sisters, all from the Netherlands. Dearly loved mother of James (Suzanne), Bruce, Pauline Birks (late Robert), William (Anita) and Brenda Munro (Wayne). Proud “Oma” of Christopher (Ellen) and Rhonda (Jesse), Troy and Micah (Sarah), Katherine (Jack), Matthew and Julie.

“Great Oma” of Emily and Nicholas, Nolan and Kendall, Keegan and Elandil. Special thanks to the caring staff at the Almonte Country Haven Long Term Care Home. Private family arrangements have been entrusted to the professional care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. In memory of Ida, please consider a donation to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation or your favorite charity. “We love you and are so thankful for all you did for us over the years. We miss you and will always hold you in our hearts” FOREVER YOUNG Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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GILLESPIE George Russell (Bud) Bud was born at home on December 11, 1917, Otter Lake Road, Ontario and passed away peacefully on April 16, 2018 in Smiths Falls, Ontario in his 101’st year. Bud was predeceased by his first wife Rose (nee Mogg), his daughter Carol Ann as well as his second wife Amy Farley.

Predeceased by sisters Versa (the late Harry) Timmins, Jeannette (the late Donald) Goodfellow and brothers John (the late Evelyn and late Hilda), Carman (the late Patricia), Thomas “Tommy” and Hebert. Brother-in-law of Ann Gillespie. Loved step-father of Joan Bayliss (the late Noble), Doreen Pepper (the late Silas), Sandra Rowsome (the late William), Garnet Nelson Farley (Patricia), Deborah Bolt (the late Randall), Donna Zukiwiski (Kenneth) and sadly missed by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loved uncle of the late Sharon, Marcia (Ken), Sue Anne (Dan), the late Brian (Linda), Ted (Irene), the late David, Judith, Joan (Jeff), the late Braden (Janet), Dawn (Frank), Kevin (Muriel) and fondly remembered by numerous great-nieces and nephews. Bud will be sadly missed and forever loved by all his family and many friends. Family and friends will gather to Celebrate Bud’s remarkable long life at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls in the later spring. Date and times to be announced in a future notice. In memory of Bud, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Special thanks to Dr. Bartleman and all the staff at Van Horne Manor for their care and support of Bud and our entire family.

May 26th, 1961 April 20th, 2018 Passed away peacefully at home after a lengthy illness, with his family by his side. Dearly loved husband is survived by his wife Sally (nee Pifer) of over 35 years. Cherished father of Shawn (Luisa), Scott (Kristen), and Erin Lalonde (Wilson).

Clare will be sadly missed by his parents, Kenneth and Joyce Humphrey, his father-inlaw Wayne Pifer, and mother-in-law Lou Pifer (pre-deceased). Dearly remembered by his brothers-in-law, Robin (Gwen), Scott (Diane), and Colin (Pina). Loving uncle to Nathan (Sarah), Natalie (Nate), Mary, Leah, Justin, Jaimee, Shayne (Meg), Tabitha, and Giardana.

Great uncle to Sam, Norah, Eden and Layla.

Many thanks to the doctors and nurses that provided his home health care. Clare was a dedicated employee at CH2MHill Consulting Engineers for over 31 years. His faith and church participation were center in his life.

When not traveling for work, he could be found spending time with his family, or working on his classic BMW’s.

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IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

Trodden, Gerald Edward

Past suddenly on Monday, April 16, 2018. Predeceased by his parents Edward Trodden and Greta Barr Trodden. Gerald will be forever missed by his family, friends, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Gerald’s wishes were to not have any services. A celebration of life will be held at a future date to be announced.

Donations to the Heart & Stroke are appreciated by the family.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

GEORGE RUSSELL GILLESPIE Passed away on April 16, 2018 There will be a Memorial Service on April 28, 2018 at 2:00 pm At the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 148 Poonamalie Rd., Lombardy

Affleck, Jim

(March 6, 1947 April 20, 2018) Passed away after a very short illness with his sons by his side. Deeply loved by his sons Angus, Will (Kelley), Tom (Sarah) and their two daughters Hannah and Isabella. Fondly remembered by his sister Sally and brothers Rob, Colin, Andy and Alec. Missed by his niece, nephews, friends and neighbours.

Donations in memory of Jim may be made to Valley Heritage Radio. A special thank-you to the staff at the Almonte General Hospital for their care and support. A Celebration of Jim’s Life will be on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at 1pm in the Cedar Hill Church with reception to follow at the Cedar Hill School.

Funeral Arrangements Entrusted Into The Care Of C.R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc. (127 Church St., Almonte, ON. 613-256-3313)

SWAYNE Joan Marye

Joan passed away peacefully at Orchard Walk Retirement Community in Greely on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at the age of 86.

Loving mother of Karen (Kevin) Kelly and Rob (Heather) Swayne. Dear sister of Don (Mary) Robb. Predeceased by her husband Jack Swayne, her parents George and Bessie Robb and her sisters Marilyn Appleby and Ruth Robb. Cherished grandmother of Shannon (Nato), Brad, Breanne (Derek) and Thomas and great-grandmother of Stella and Madison.

She will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and many great friends. Joan will also be fondly remembered for her active participation in and contribution to the Smiths Falls community.

Special thanks to the Orchard Walk Health Care Team, CCAC and Doctors Puxty, Migally and Reaume for the exceptional support and care of Joan. Family and friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 112 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls on Monday, April 30, 2018 from 11:00 to 1:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Smiths Falls at 1:30 p.m.

In memory of Joan, contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

IN MEMORIAM

In memory of Catherine “Cathy” Weedmark May 2, 2015 Three years have passed since that sad day, When one we loved was called away.

God took Her home – it was His will, Within our hearts She liveth still.

Forever loved and never forgotten, Mother and family

Notice of Date Change of the Celebration of Life for JUNE LOVESEY The “Junie Gathering” was originally scheduled for May 12th but it will now take place on Friday, April 27th at 1:00 pm at her home in Ompah followed by a celebration of her life at the Clar Mill Hall in Plevna at 2:00 pm. We welcome you all to join us as we pay tribute to this amazing woman and remember her wonderful life.

IN MEMORIAM

THOMAS, STANLEY In loving memory of a cherished husband, devoted stepdad and poppa, beloved son-in-law who left us April 25, 2004.

It’s hard to believe it’s been fourteen years now Stan.

There is alot of changes.

Now you have Jenny up there with you.

Take care of her for me Stan till I see both of you again.

Love you honey.

Always loved, Never forgotten Wife Millie and Family

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

A silent thought, a secret tear, Keeps his memory ever dear.

Time takes away the edge of grief, But memory turns back every leaf.

Lovingly remembered by Mom, Ed and Family

MORRIS, Gregory - In loving memory of a dear son and brother who left us on April 25, 2014.

He had a nature you could not help loving, And a heart that was purer than gold.

And to those who knew him and loved him, His memory will never grow old.

Sadly missed Love Mom, Dad and Mandy

IN MEMORIAM

Margaret Catherine (Cox) McDonald July 11, 1923 - April 22, 2017 Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure.

You are loved beyond words, And missed beyond measure.

Love Ron and Lynn Dowdall and family

IN MEMORIAM

Steven Burkhardt April 28, 2010

CARLIE Fenton – In loving memory of our dear Carlie who passed away 10 years ago today, April 28, 2007.

They say memories are so precious, Well maybe that is true, We never wanted memories, We only wanted you.

Carlie, so many times we’ve needed you, So many times we’ve cried.

If our love could have saved you, You never would have died.

In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still.

In our hearts she holds a place, No one can ever fill.

Sadly missed and loved by, Gran, Hailey-Dawn, Hayden Richard, Kyle and Nick

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MARTINA John Cornelis

October 11, 1927 – April 28, 2011

Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure.

You are loved beyond words, And missed beyond measure.

My thoughts are ever with you, Though you have passed away.

And those who loved you Dearly, Are thinking of you today.

Forever loved, Donna and Family

Naphan, Leo April 30th, 2017 In Loving Memory of My Husband whom passed away April 30th, 2017.

No one knows how much I miss you; No one knows the bitter pain I have suffered since I lost you; Life has never been the same.

In my heart your memory lingers, Sweetly tender, fond and true; There is not a day, dear Leo, That I do not think of you Always loved and sadly missed; Your Loving wife Barb ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In loving memory of a great man, loving father and cherished grandfather.

Fondly loved and deeply mourned Memories of Papa Always bring a smile Often our tears will flow If only you were back For just a little while We’d sit, talk, laugh and share some cheer Just like we used to do You always meant so much And today you still do The fact that you’re not here Will always cause us pain But you will always be in our hearts And our guiding flame Not just today but always Love Kelly and Skyla ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In loving memory of my father and grandfather.

Today recalls the memory Of a loved one gone to rest, And those who think of him today Are those who loved him best.

The flowers we lay upon his grave May wither and decay, But the love for him who lies beneath Will never fade away.

Love you forever, Frank, Marcia, Abygayle, Andrew and Samantha

IN MEMORIAM

THOMPSON - To my wife and best friend Mary who passed away April 28, 2017.

I will always miss you.

John and family STAFFORD, Frances Elizabeth - In loving memory of our dear mother, grandmother and great grandmother who passed away May 2, 1987.

Special thoughts of you today, Hold memories none can take away.

Tho from our lives you may have gone, Inside our hearts you still live on.

Missing you, Betty, Emma, Edith, Esther, Maxine and families

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IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

MAJORE, Ian - In loving memory of a wonderful husband, father and grandfather who passed away on April 24, 2015.

This day is remembered and quietly kept.

No words are needed we shall never forget.

For those we love don’t go away.

They walk beside us everyday.

Unseen and unheard but always near.

So loved, so missed and so very dear.

Forever in our hearts and never forgotten.

The Power of True Kindness: A Daylong Mindfulness Retreat, with Daryl Lynn Ross, Guiding Teacher, True North Insight Meditation.

Sunday, April 29, 9:45 to 4:00 at the Yoga Connection, Perth.

Information at truenorthinsight.org .

FOR SALE A COMPETITIVE PRICE ON STEEL ROOFING IN STOCK - 29ga, Various colours,soffit & fascia Windows: REBAR, skylight sheets, custom trim. barn/door track & trolleys.

Nails & Screws.

Storage Sheds. Come see us for a price. Levi Weber, 2126 Stone Rd., RR#2 Renfrew Cedar pickets, rails, post & mill logs for sale. Call or text 613-913-7958.

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KINCH, Cecil W., April 22, 2013 - In memory of a dear Dad, Father-in-law, Grandfather and Great-Grandfather.

We know how much you care for us, And how much we care for you.

And how each time we think of you, We know you miss us too.

An Angel came and took you by the hand, and said, Your place was ready in heaven, far above...

And you had to leave behind, all those that you dearly loved.

You had so much to live for; you had much to do...

And though your life on earth is past, in Heaven it’s started anew, You’ll live for all eternity, just as God has promised you.

And though you’ve walked through Heaven’s gate, We are never far part, For every time we think of you You’re right here, deep in our hearts.

Always loved and remembered Marilyn Terry and Sherry Brian, Marion and families

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Call today 613-539-9073 www.thefurnacebroker.com Coleman Powermate 5000 Generator, used once, $450. 613-267-6708

LALONDE, Carman - In loving memory of Carman Lalonde who passed away May 1, 2016.

Sweet memories will linger forever, Time cannot change them, it’s true, Years that may come cannot sever Our loving remembrance of you.

Love Heather and family Ian and family and all his nieces and nephews

NEW DEADLINE Fridays 4:00 p.m.

(exceptions apply due to statutory holidays) Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8am-4:30pm

Call: 613-283-3182 ext. 8464

HUNTING SUPPLIES Hunter Safety/Canadian Fire-arms Courses and exams held once a month at Carp. Call Wenda Cochran 613-256-2409.

LAWN & GARDEN Showroom jammed with Ariens & Gravely Zero-turns & Husqvarna tractors. Low pre-season pricing, free local delivery. Service after sales since 1999.

Pete’s Lawn & Marine 613-267-7053. **See you at the Maple Festival**

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Wanted: GMC Safari or Chevy Astro Van. 5 Generations of firewood 613-200-0678 sales, all hardwood, cut and split. Stored inside.

FARM 613-253-8006.

4x5 Round bales of hay, Adding warmth to your life stored inside, horse or for over 25 years. Cut, cow hay. 613-253-8006 split or log lengths. Delivered or picked up. Phone Greg Knops cell: For Sale, Horse: Hitch Wagon, newly built, fifth 613-340-1045 wheel, for trail rides.

613-658-3358 after 7pm 613-283-3099 Dry Hardwood cut split, & delivered. Prompt delivery Hay for sale. Approx. 80 $350/full cord. bales, stored inside, $20 a 613-267-5772 bale. Call 273-5560.

Lumber Pine, Hemlock, or Hardwood for barn, building, or repairs /horse shelters & garden sheds.

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Ottawa Military Heritage Show Sat. Apr. 28, 2018 8:30-3:00pm

Nepean Sportsplex, Ottawa. ON Peter 613-256-1105 (Free Appraisals)

HUNTING SUPPLIES Hunter Safety Course, ABC Hall, Bolingbrooke, April 28 & 29, May 26 & 27. Call Glenn to register 613-2732571 or email gmrussell635@gmail.com

New Bachelor furnished apt. $800/mnth. Parkinson St, Kemptville.

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Eat at Hall •Take Out • Delivery Doors open at 5:30 p.m. $15.00 per adult Under 12 years $6.00 Phone: Gib 613-283-2318 or John 613-283-7892 Civitan Club 613-283-0818

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NH round baler, 634 light package, spare wheel and tire, 4 bales, twine $5,500. All offers considered. All equipment stored inside, in good to excellent condition. 613-285-4844.

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Stove, fridge, parking and Smiths Falls. 2 bedbase heat included, hydro room upper level. Newly extra. Laundry in building renovated. Single garon first floor. $810. Call age. Available May 1, 613-913-3095 $1500 utilities included.

3 bedroom home fur- 613-223-3868. nished in Ashton. Short term lease. Available May Smiths Falls, upper 1 bedroom, $725 utilities in1- Nov 1. 613-838-0087. cluded. off-street parking.

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Gas heat, in-unit laundry. Townhouse for rent, Ap$1,050/month plus prox. 10 km from utilities.

No pets. Smiths Falls, no dogs, 2 big bedrooms, 1-1/2 613-913-4133.

Bathrooms, nice backyard. Available May 1st.

Carleton Place, Seniors $845.00/mth plus Hydro.

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Carleton Place,bachelor All inclusive & parking. apartment June 1 Very neat & tidy. No $665/mnth plus hydro. pets, non smoker. ReferInside & Outside storage ences available. available immediately. Call 613-284-6114 Craig 613-253-7777 info@countycabs.com Code Apartments. Smiths Falls. Spacious, bright, 2 bedroom in clean, quiet, adult building. Fridge, stove, parking, laundry facilities. 613-283-7779.

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ALMONTE NEW bachelors, accessible from $599. 2 bedroom walkups from $895. Occupancy October, 4 appliances, floor plans. 613-256-0931.

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NOTICES

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the estate of Herbert Reginald Steele, late of the Town of Perth in the County of Lanark, who died on or about the 5th day of March, 2018, must be filed with the undersigned Estate Trustees on or before the 21st day of May, 2018; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed.

DATED at Perth this 13th day of April, 2018.

Daniel Lawrence Killingbeck and John Edward Willson Estate Trustees, by their Solicitors, BARKER WILLSON PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION, 31 Foster Street, Perth ON K7H 1R8, Attn: S. Craig Halpenny.

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER FOR SALE BY OWNER Bungalow Townhouse in the

Town of Almonte 1200 sq ft Appliances and window coverings included

613-461-0229 PERSONAL Alcoholics Anonymous 613-284-2696.

WORK WANTED A Load to the dump Cheap! Clean up renovations, clutter, garage sale junk or dead trees brush.

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Kitchen & Bath, Tub-toshower conversions, grab bars, painting, plumbing, flooring, tile, countertops, decks.

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Certified Mason. 15 years experience. Chimney repair, restoration, parging, repointing. Brick, block and stone. Small/big job specialist. Free estimates.

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There is help available for you in AL-ANON/Alateen.

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Kerry’s Kartage 613-283-9271 lawn care, power sweeping, tractor Overeaters Anonymous and loader rental, cottage 613-264-5158 road grading, landscaping, topsoil, gravel.

Senior would love to cuddle old hens and live the quiet life. Call Barry Seamless Eaves trough, at 284-0686.

Spring cleanup, lawn mowing, decks, fences, dump runs, renovations, VACATION/COTTAGES window washing, lot sweeping, line painting.

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BUILDING AND REPAIRS Heritage Stone, Brick and Block Footings, Foundations, Concrete Finishing, Log Chinking, and Chimney Sweeping Will go anywhere!

LEGAL Public Notice Notification (Articles 136 and 137 of C.p.c.)

Notice is given to EDWARD VINCENT WHITWORTH IN HIS QUALITY OF LIQUIDAT LIQUIDA OR TO THE ESTATE TA TATE OF MICHELE ROSE ALMA WHITWORTH, to attend at the Office of the Registrar of the Superior Court, District of Laval located at 2800, St-Martin West boulevard, Laval, within 30 days, to receive a true copy of an Originating application in a declaratory judgment, bearing Court File Number 54017-013016-182 that was left there to your attention.

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HELP WANTED

Montréal, April 16th, 2018

As a continuously growing company Robert Pensa Roofing is always looking for skilled, reliable employees.

Applicable candidates need to have their own transportation: so they can get to different job sites in the area. You must be physically fit, have your own hand tools (hammer, knife, measuring tape, tool belt, etc.) and, safety shoes/boots.

Hourly wage starts at $18.00; however, wages will depend on experience. Also, we pay our employees their hourly rate for their drive to the jobsite. Heavy lifting and dangerous situations are a part of our daily routine: you will need to be quick and agile (all employees will be trained). Apply to: Robert Pensa Roofing kaitlyn@robertpensaroofing. ca 613-812-7633

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CLEANING / JANITORIAL

Y need to reply within the You time prescribed in the summons enclosed within the Originating application.

Failure to do so, a default judgment may be issued against you without further notice and you may be liable for judicial costs.

The present notice is published in terms of a permission granted on April 12th, 2018 the honorable Lukasz Granosik, j.s.c.

This notice will not be published again, unless required by circumstances.

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FERGUSON, Arthur April 29, 2011 There is a corner in our hearts we visit every day, It gives us this warm felling, that you are never far away.

Though your smile is gone forever and your hand we cannot touch, still we have so many memories of which we love so much.

Your memories are our keepsake with which we never part.

God has you in His keeping, but we have you in our hearts.

Sadly missed and never forgotten by wife Irma; daughter Pauline and sons Robert, Paul, Earl, Stephen, Leslie and families.

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Fridges, stoves, dish- Wanted - furnace oil, will washer’s, washers, driers remove tank if possible. and freezers sold with free Call 613-479-2870.

30 day warranty. Extended warranty is available. De- Wanted for scrap: cars, livery available. Dan Peters trucks, vans and appliancSales Centre - 3768 Hwy es. Phone 613-551-6698.

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We meet by appointment Wanted: Classic & Vintage 613-285-4224 Dan Peters. cars & trucks. Please call 40 years in the appliance Mark 613-360-2699. business. We Buy & Sell.

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Handyman Service looking for full time labourers to do handyman work, landscaping, cutting grass, yard cleanup. 613-267-5460.

Labourers required, ability to lift 50Ibs, work in outdoor conditions, safety boots, capable of following instructions.

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Local area convenience store is seeking a mature cashier for a permanent part-time to possible fulltime position. Applicants must be available to work days, evenings, weekends and some holidays.

Experience is an asset.

Interested applicants should forward resumes to: slhill@bellnet.ca

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Broadview Nursing Centre Broadview Nursing Centre is a 75 Bed Long Term Care Facility located in Smiths Falls Ontario that is looking for 3 full time PSW positions, 2 temporary and 1 permanent position.

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FARM AUCTION Saturday, May 5, 2018

Auction 10 a.m. – Viewing 9 a.m. for Mr. & Mrs. John & Beth Ferrier 368 Upper Scotch Line, RR3 Perth, ON

Good field ready equipment; Landini DT70 4x4 w/cab & 55 ST loader, 16 ft. stock trailer; new diamond cutting blades, lumber and much more!

For listing and pictures see www.theauctionhunt.com Terms: Cash or Good Cheque!

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SUNDAY APRIL 29, 2018 @ 10 AM PREVIEW @ 9 AM TO BE HELD @ MARSHALL’S AUCTION HOUSE SPENCERVILLE, ON The following items available at this auction to include 2013 Toyota Corolla, 112,394 kilometers, automatic, loaded, clean inside & out, sells certified with reasonable reserve, variety of musical instruments, amps, speakers, Elvis & Beatles memorabilia, pool table & much more! Auctioneers Note: Large sale. For a more detailed list w/ photos, terms of sale go to www.lmauctions.ca also like us on Facebook. Name of estate withheld at family’s request. See you at the Auction House!

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Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the lands described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on May 10, 2018, at the Tay Valley Township Municipal Office, 217 Harper Road, RR #4 Perth Ontario.

The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Tay Valley Township Municipal Office, 217 Harper Road, RR #4, Perth.

Description of Lands: Roll No. 09 11 916 030 41820 0000; PIN 05192-0089(R); Part of the South West Half of Lot Number 15, Concession 12, Geographic Township of Bathurst; Now Tay Valley Township, County of Lanark, being All of the PIN. A Reference Plan may be required for any future registrations subsequent to the Tax Deed.

File No. 16-01 Minimum Tender Amount: $11,899.87 Roll No. 09 11 916 030 41810 0000; PIN 05192-0063(LT); Part Lot 15 Concession 12 Bathurst as in BT9859 Except RS70656; Township of Bath Burg Sherb.

File No. 16-02 Minimum Tender Amount: $7,378.36 Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount.

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes, HST if applicable and the relevant land transfer tax.

The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.

For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender, visit: www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or if no internet access available, contact: Laurie Hall Deputy Treasurer/Tax Collector The Corporation of Tay Valley Township 217 Harper Road RR # 4 Perth ON K7H 3C6 (613) 267-5353 Ext. 125 www.tayvalleytwp.ca

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Note: This is shaping up to be a large and interesting auction with many consignments arriving daily. Accepting consignments until Friday, May 4th at 12:00 noon. Be sure to attend and see our newly expanded facility. We have expanded in hopes of serving both our buyers and sellers more efficiently. Again, we will be running 2 rings throughout the day.

Regardless of where we are, we will be selling machinery in one ring at 12:30 sharp with tractors no later than 2 p.m.

To consign call Peter or Helen Ross Auction Conducted By Peter Ross Auction Services Ltd. Ingleside, ON (613)-537-8862 Canteen and washroom on site!

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Zoned; Residential. Lot size; 230 ft frontage x irregular shape. Taxes; $1014.00 (+/-). Garbage, blue box, school bus pickup. Backing onto green space w/ available walking trails. For private viewing, terms & conditions please call our office at 613-267-6027.

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Machinery & Sporting goodS auction to be held at Hands Auction Hall 3 miles east of Perth on Cty Rd., #10 (#3560 Franktown Rd.) on Sat., May 5/18 @ 9 am Guns sell @ 11 am.

Retiring or Downsizing? We are welcoming new & good used construction, farm machinery & related items. Light, Heavy & Shop Equip’t. Vehicles. Guns & Fishing Equip’t.

Lawn & Garden Equip’t. Tools of the Trade. ATV’s.

Boats. Recreational equip’t & accessories. For complimentary web advertising & photos, please call or email your list now to have your items included in this successful annual event. Remember, you do not need to have a P.A.L. to sell guns, only to buy them. Listing & photos on-line www.jimhandsauction.com We are also booking for Spring & Summer Auctions including Real Estate, Estate, Liquidation, Farm & Complete Household Dispersals. Call 613-267-6027 for a complimentary consultation and to secure a date.

Terms: Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa, M/C ~ Catering

Auctioneer & Qualified Appraiser JIM HANDS: THE VOICE OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613) 267-6027 www.jimhandsauction.com

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May 5 Yard Sale & BBQ, 8-2, Rain or shine.

Huge selection, something for everyone. St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, 319 Prescott St. Kemptville.

Multi-family sale, PerthInverness Avenue and Argyle Drive neighbourhood (just off Sunset Blvd), over 10 families involved. 8 a.m.-noon. Saturday, May 5. Something for everyone!

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GARAGE SALE

27th & 28th April

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Estate Garage Sale May 5th 9-6 1520 Gully Rd Mississippi Station boat trailer, lawn feeder, patio furniture, welder, snow blower, lawn tractor, 5th wheel hitch, wood shop & garden tools, park benches & much more

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ESTATE AUCTION REAL ESTATE AUCTION & CHATTELS 2008 GMC Sierra Truck. Toro Wheel Horse 520-H Ride on Mower. Cub Cadet 106 Pulling Tractor. Trailers.

Woodworking & Sheet Metal Tools. Chainsaws. to be held on site @ 5554 William McEwen Drive, Kars, ON K0A 2E0 • from Hwy 416 (Carpool Lot Hwy 416 & Bankfield Rd) head southeast on William McEwen Dr. • from Richmond take Regional Rd 10 then turn right onto Eagleson Rd (RR 49) then turn left onto Brophy Dr. (RR 8) & right onto William McEwen (auction signs). for the late Friedhelm (Fred) Rose on Sat, Apr. 28/18 @ 10 am Property to be sold @ 11 am ~ Located in a Rural Hub w/ an Easy Commute ~

Auctioneer & Qualified Appraiser JIM HANDS: THE VOICE OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613)267-6027 www.jimhandsauction.com

Smiths Falls' fifth annual Paddlefest celebrates the Rideau Smiths Falls and area residents are invited to celebrate the world heritage site - an asset right in their own backyard.

The fifth annual Rideau Paddlefest takes place Saturday, June 2.

Paddling enthusiasts will once again have the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and indulge in a little ffriendly competition as voyageur canoe teams take to the water at Lower Reach Park from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

In addition to canoe races, the festival will offer live music, canoe tours of the Rideau, educational displays, food and door prizes.

Participants will have the opportunity to try out a variety of canoes, kayaks and paddleboards.

"You have an opportunity to get in a canoe and go out on the water if you haven't experienced that before," said event co-chair Pat Graveline.

Visitors will have a V chance to try stand-up paddleboards and kayaks as well as ride in the larger voyageur canoes.

Teams of 15 will compete

in the voyageur canoe races. Entering a team for the ffull-day event is a great opportunity for businesses and organizations to do some team-building, said Graveline. "It gives you an opportunity to be with your staff members for a ffew hours on a particular day."

Although it takes 15 members to make a team, event organizers will combine smaller groups who register, in order to assemble full teams. The event can accommodate a maximum of eight teams, participating in two races each.

Registration for a full 15member team costs $550.

Graveline said the volunteer committee also wants to promote physical activity and to increase awareness of Smiths Falls' a waterfront assets, and appreciation for everything the town has to offer.

The event offers a variety of educational exhibits.

Exhibitors confirmed to date include the Canadian Museum of Nature, the Canadian Canoe Museum, Parks Canada and Friends of the Rideau. Three scien-

tists from the Canadian Museum of Nature, with expertise in fish, parasites, amphibians and reptiles, will be presenting workshops.

"It's an opportunity for schools to pick up additional bonus materials for students," said co-chair Peter Au. Organizers are planning musical entertainment by local women's choir the Shout Sisters, the Rideau Voyageurs, and Ottawa Valley Country Music Hall of Fame member Freddy Dixon.

Paddlefest began in 2014, following the release of a report from a study known as the Rideau Canal Visitor Experience OpporV tunities Concept (VEOC).

Parks Canada worked on the initiative with a number of stakeholders including the Rideau Roundtable, economic development groups, the province, and local municipalities. The VEOC report identified some ways to promote tourism and economic development along the Rideau, including promotion of the river as a paddling destina-

tion.

The Rideau is Ontario's only world heritage site, and is also recognized as a world heritage river, said Au. One of the goals of Paddlefest, he said, is to "promote the appreciation of what we have," as well as promoting aquatic recreation and conservation.

These efforts will continue through the summer, as the Rideau Roundtable implements a pilot project to educate tourists about the river through guided canoe tours on the weekends. The roundtable is recruiting guides for these three-hour evening tours and plans to provide them with training on Sunday, June 2, the day after Paddlefest. The guides will receive training from Max Finkelstein, a long-distance paddler who has crossed Canada by canoe and written a number of books on the subject.

To register for Paddlefest, or for more information, contact the Paddlefest committee at rideaupaddlefest@rideauroundtable.ca.

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Affordable, vinyl sided, 3 storie floor plan. Main floor features an eat-in oak kitchen. Living room has corner propane fireplace & built-in media centre. 2nd storie has 2 bedrooms & an oversized 4 pce bathroom w/ tiled walls/ floor & jaccuzi tub. You will be pleasantly surprised by a 3rd storie loft. There is a newer propane furnace & water heater. 200 amp service. Central air. Central vac.

Water softener. Includes 6 appliances. On well & septic.

Detached 96 ft long (+/-) x 40 ft wide (+/-) steel sided, steel roofed building w/ 3 sliding doors having 100 amp service c/w wash station & a partitioned heated (propane) workshop. Detached pole barn. 18 ft x 40 ft (+/-) above ground salt water pool w/ new liner. Mature pear & apple trees. Surveyed 10.09 acres (+/-). Zone RT (Residential).

Taxes; $2800.00 (+/-). This property will be sold w/ a very reasonable reserve bid. For private viewing, terms & conditions please call our office @ 613-267-6027.

Mr. Rose was a well respected craftsman & a master tradesman in the sheet metal profession. His work can still be seen on many buildings throughout Ottawa. His property is a perfect blend of rural living with a hassle free commute to the city. Bring a lawn chair & participate in the bidding to settle the estate. Visit website for detailed listing.

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