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Sports – The Smiths Falls Bears ousted the Nepean Raiders from the CCHL playoffs Sunday night with a 5-2 win on the road. The Bears swept the quarter-final series, 4-0. Above, Bears’ Michael Buonincontri watches the puck fly wide of the net during Game 3 action. For more coverage, please see pages SF 17 and SF 18.

News – It looks like Smiths Falls could regain its lost beach at Murphy Park. Together Smiths Falls has been busy behind the scenes meeting with the town’s parks and recreation department to find out what is needed to revive the children’s beach. “We had a meeting with Gary (Bisonette) and Margo (Loughren) from the parks and recreation department. We discussed the beach area, child side, not deep end, and what it would take to fix it up to the standards that it used to be 15 years ago,” said Tracey Pankow, president of Together Smiths Falls. The beach, off Park Street, has been almost unused for a number of years because of poor water flow, but a new spillway has produced better water flow making the area suitable once again for a beach. According to Pankow, the discussion revealed that the department doesn’t have the budget to make the necessary capital investment it would take. On the other hand, they estimated it would only need about $5,000 in capital for sand, sod and picnic tables and the equipment to do the job. “We have the manpower and in the spring and it’s part of our park maintenance cost anyway,

so it’s great that Tracey has taken on the commitment to raise the capital funds we don’t have in our budget,” explained Gary Bisonette, acting director of parks and recreation. According to Bisonette, the spring would be the best time to take advantage of the manpower available. In the week since Pankow posted her proposal on Facebook, she’s already managed to raise $1,300. “If we can raise the $5,000 by the end of April – snow will be gone by the end of April I hope – we could have a beach this summer,” said Pankow. The plan is to sand the entire area, put in picnic tables, garbage cans, rope/buoys in the water and re-sod where needed. One critical area in need of sod is Turtle Island but getting equipment over to it presents a challenge, although Bisonette thinks that if the water in the spring is low enough, staff could ride a truck over there with sod in it and make the area a beach again. “There’s a lot of support for the beach because everyone remembers it from growing up and we need to invest in our parks and beaches – it’s even in our water revitalization plan,” said Pankow. Donations can be made out to Town of Smiths Falls with ‘beach project’ in the memo line.

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News – A year after 12 beds at the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospitals were shut down, three of the beds made a return appearance in the hospital halls this month. Linda Bisonette, the hospital’s president and chief executive officer, said this week that, in the run up to the hiatus of elective surgeries at the Smiths Falls site during March Break, three beds were pulled out of retirement for a total of two days. “That was the extent of it,” said Bisonette. “I don’t expect

it will happen again. We haven’t done it before and I don’t expect we will do it again.” The beds were also brought out of storage because “we had a significant increase in the number of admissions,” and so the beds were pressed back into services to “make it a little more human.” The beds have been kept in the hospital since they were taken out of service in March of 2013, with six beds each taken out of circulation at both the Photo by DESMOND DEVOY Smiths Falls and Perth sites. The Smiths Falls site of the Perth and Smiths Falls District “You can’t always predict,” said Bisonette, though she Hospital saw the return of three previously closed beds to added that, when the beds were service for two days earlier this month.

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Lodge undergoes successful inspection Council congratulated Lanark Lodge staff for a successful quality inspection with the provincial Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. The unannounced inspection began Jan. 7 and involved three to four inspectors each day over nine days. It included structured interviews with residents, family members and staff, direct observations of care delivery and service delivery. Six minor items were identified and corrective follow-up has been completed to address them. This was the first complete annual inspection for the lodge since the introduction of the new LongTerm Care Homes Act and supporting regulations in July 2010. “Lanark Lodge staff are to be congratulated on a highly successful annual review,” said Deborah Pidgeon, Lanark Lodge director.

Seeking support for longterm care funding Council is supporting the Ontario Association of Non-Profit Homes and Services for Seniors (OANHSS) in its campaign for more provincial funding to address issues related to increasing aggressive behaviour in the long-term care system. OANHSS is a provincial association representing not-for-profit providers of long-term care, services and housing for seniors. It is calling for funding to support its recommendations that include three critical components: increased staffing, particularly for in-house behaviour care expertise in every home; more designated behaviour units to care for residents with severe aggressive behaviours; and regular and recurring behaviour-related training for all care staff. “Aggressive behaviours have become a critical issue directly affecting the safety and well-being of residents and staff within the long-term care system,” says Deborah Pidgeon, Lanark Lodge direc-

tor. Council is also writing to Deb Mathews, Minister of Health and Long-Term Care, outlining its concerns about the ministry’s decision to maintain the limit on the special rehabilitation funding, as well as the methodological approach to calculate funding for nursing and personal care in long-term care homes. The current process uses data that is up to two years old to fund long-term care operations. Although Lanark Lodge’s funding for nursing and personal care has increased for 2014, up-to-date data would have resulted in a greater increase that better reflects current resident needs. The cap on special rehabilitation funding also affects the calculation in a detrimental way. Pidgeon indicates the process and the limited funding affects the home’s ability to provide greater care and services to its vulnerable population. Deployment model and boundary changes for ambulance Council has endorsed recommendations from the Lanark County Paramedic Service regarding the 2014 deployment plan, as well as the realignment of dispatch boundaries between Lanark and Renfrew counties. The deployment plan provides direction to the

Kingston Central Ambulance Communication Centre for the deployment of the fleet resources of the service. It is reviewed and approved by council each year and covers emergency and nonemergency usage of the fleet, including standby coverage, heavy patient calls, transfers and more. Notable changes in the 2014 plan relate to procedures around lift assists, dispatch information regarding taking stroke patients to the Ottawa Civic Hospital, new direction designed to reduce the number of calls assigned in the Ottawa and Kingston areas, and procedures around clearing patient drop-offs to indicate availability for calls. Council is also petitioning the provincial health ministry to realign the dispatch jurisdiction between Lanark and Renfrew counties to bring the dispatch boundaries into alignment with actual geographic borders. The boundaries pre-date the period when ambulance service was downloaded to

nicipal legislative or regulatory provisions with respect to the mandatory licensing of auctioneers. Chief administrative officer Kurt Greaves indicated the county does not issue a substantial number of auctioneer licenses annually. There are no set fines established, nor is there a by-law officer to enforce them. In eastern Ontario, only Lanark and Renfrew counties and a handful of local County rescinds auctioneer municipalities have a by-law regulating auctioneers. bylaw Council has opted to rescind its by-law that licenses, regu- Upcoming meetings Economic development, lates and governs auctioneers after research showed it is not March 26, 5 p.m.; public works, March 26 (following mandatory. A report to the corporate economic development); speservices committee indicated cial county council, March the Municipal Act gives mu- 26 (following public works). nicipalities the ability to reg- Regular county council, ulate and govern businesses Wednesday, April 9, 5 p.m.; within the municipality “to community services, April 9 safeguard residents from nui- (following county council); sances and protect consumers, and corporate services, April if they feel it is necessary.” 9 (following community serThe Provincial Auctioneers vices). Act was repealed in 1994 and Submitted by the County of there are no provincial or mu- Lanark. the county (2000). As such, telephone calls for ambulance services in the northern Lanark County-Pakenham area are directed to the Renfrew Ambulance Dispatch Centre instead of Kingston. Renfrew has to contact Kingston to initiate the ambulance response. A memorandum of understanding will be signed by both counties asking the ministry to realign the borders.

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Community – A lady can never have too many purses, just ask Tammy Edwards of Tammy’s Nail Salon. For the past three years, Edwards and her business have spearheaded the Purse Event, which collects gentlyused handbags, clutches and wallets of all kinds while raising funds for local community programs and charities. The fourth annual event is set to go Sunday, April 6 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute cafetorium. Last year, more than 800 purses were up for grabs at the fundraiser and more than $8,800 was raised for Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Lanark County and the Smiths Falls Public Library’s children’s programs. BBBS will benefit once again this year, as well as the Smiths Falls library’s tutoring program. Over the past three years, the event raised more than $20,000, something of which Edwards is immensely proud. A selfdescribed purse junkie, she enjoys being able to do her part for the community. “I love doing it (fundraiser). It’s very addictive and pretty fun and I love that it’s helping the community,” Edwards remarked. “It’s nice to do something positive.” During the afternoon, visitors will have the chance to browse tables upon tables of purses of every size and colour that will be up for grabs, many through a silent auction. The best of the best, including designer bags, will be featured in

The fourth annual Purse Event, organized by Tammy’s Nail Salon in Smiths Falls, is set for Sunday, April 6 at a new location, the Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute. This year, the community charities who will benefit are Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County and the Smiths Falls Public Library’s tutoring programs. Above and left, tables of purses of all shapes and sizes were up for grabs at last year’s event at the Smiths Falls Legion. Donations are still welcome.

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Heritage Mica Days named a Top 100 event Hillier: Deep freeze needed at Queen’s Park News – For the second consecutive year, Lanark County can boast it is home to one of the Top 100 Festivals & Events in Ontario. At the 2014 Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO) annual conference held in Richmond Hill earlier this month, the Heritage Mica Days event at Murphys Point Provincial Park in Tay Valley Township was recognized by the provincial organization for service excellence. “This award represents all the hard work of our many volunteers and the support of all our partners,” said Beth Peterkin, festival co-ordinator for the Friends of Murphys Point Park. “The recognition by FEO of the quality of our event will aid us in our marketing for 2014 as the Top 100 designation is well recognized in the tourism industry. We thank everyone for their support.” The awards, presented by VIA Rail Canada, are given to festivals and events “that excel within the industry.” Submissions from across Ontario are considered by FEO members each autumn and judged by an independent panel. Heritage Mica Days is in its fifth year and features events from late June through to Thanksgiving weekend at Murphys Point, including un-

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“This award represents all the hard work of our many volunteers and the support of all our partners.” BETH PETERKIN, FESTIVAL CO-ORDINATOR FOR FRENDS OF MURPHYS POINT PARK

“The festival began as a way to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the start of mica mining in the area,” explained Stephanie Gray, Friends of Murphys Point president. “Small-scale mining was prevalent here in the late 1800s and early 1900s and the park interprets the lives of those early miners and the families who settled here.” Over the years, many visitors have praised Heritage Mica Days and its volunteers and interpreters, as well as the oppor-

tunities it presents to volunteers in the community. “It means so much to us that (our daughter) learned about her own community and ancestors,” said local residents Regan and Sheila Lee, whose family has lived in the area for seven generations. Last year Perth’s Stewart Park Festival received a Top 100 honour from FEO. For more than 20 years it has been bringing three free days of music to beautiful Stewart Park in downtown heritage Perth, drawing thousands of visitors each year. “We are extremely proud of both of these signature events, which attract so many visitors to Lanark County,” said Marie White, Lanark County Tourism manager. “They also take place at two of our Seven Wonders of Lanark County: the Silver Queen Mine at Murphys Point and Stewart Park in Perth.” Learn about these and other great events in the 2014 Lanark County Festivals and Events Guide at http://lanarkcountytourism.com/products-page/ brochures-2/2014-lanark-county-festivals-events-guide/. Information about Heritage Mica Days can be found at www.heritagemicadays.ca and Stewart Park Festival at www. stewartparkfestival.com. Submitted by Lanark County Tourism.

News – Lanark-FrontenacLennox and Addington MPP Randy Hillier expressed concerns that the extension of the freeze on MPPs salaries tabled in Queen’s Park, while a good step, misses the greater picture – the poor spending decisions and policies coming out of Queen’s Park. “With the decisions we see being made by this government, there is little doubt no one should be getting raises, however the Wynne government has been silent on freezing their wasteful spending,” remarked Hillier. Citing the recent $1 billion gas plant scandal, eHealth

exceeding a billion dollars, ORNGE, the OLG, Ecotaxes, the Green Energy Act and countless other expensive government boondoggles, Hillier question the sincerity of the wage freeze announcement. “They’re trying to deceive the taxpayer by making it appear they’re biting the bullet, but the reality is, they continue to wastefully spend more than their revenues,” added Hillier. “If this government was sincere about a spending freeze, there are sincere and effective ways to go about it. This MPP salary freeze, while welcomed, is a chip off a giant iceberg, and still leaves taxpayers

out in the cold.” “Last year I introduced a bill to the Legislature that would give voters a mechanism to recall poorly performing MPPs,” said Hillier. “Freezing the salaries of people who are not performing, rather than threatening their jobs, does not provide any incentive for improvement. If this government wants to be sincere in addressing Ontario’s fiscal realities, they need to make better decisions like cutting the ridiculous and abusive waste, and controlling spending,” Hillier concluded. Submitted by the office of Lanark-Frontenac-Lennox and Addington MPP Randy Hillier.

Re-scheduled REAL pipeline discussion April 2 News – The Rideau Environmental Action League’s (REAL) Energy East Pipeline discussion postponed last week has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 2. TransCanada is seeking approval to convert its existing natural gas pipeline, built in the 1970s, to transport bitumen and other forms of crude oil from the Alberta tar sands to the east coast. The proposed pipeline crosses the municipalities of Mississippi Mills, Ottawa and North Grenville.

REAL is hosting an information session featuring speakers who are raising concerns about the proposal. “Why Should We Care About Energy East?” will be held on Wednesday, April 2 at the Station Theatre (53 Victoria Avenue, Smiths Falls) with speakers Andrea Harden, from the Council of Canadians; Ian Angus, of Sustainable North Grenville; and Ben Powless, of Ecology Ottawa. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., videos will be shown starting at 6:30 p.m., and presentations will start at 7 p.m., followed by

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Kathy Echlin shares why she takes part in Relay For Life in Smiths Falls Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s note: Leading up to the June 13 Relay for Life in Smiths Falls, we will be highlighting the stories of some of the team members, activities and events scheduled to take place in a series of articles. Community â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cancer is a word Kathy Echlin knows all too well. Her father is a colon and lung cancer survivor, her mother battled breast cancer, her brother prostate cancer and she herself has had skin cancer. In addition, two of her closest friends, Joy and Jane, are cancer survivors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just my family and friends,â&#x20AC;? Echlin says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you multiply this by everyone we know, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an astounding number of people who have had or have cancer.â&#x20AC;? It is for this reason that the Beckwith Township resident participates in the Canadian Cancer Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (CCS) Relay For Life (RFL) and will be at the track of Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute on Friday, June 13 for the Relay For Life in Smiths Falls. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I relay because cancer has been a part of my family and friendsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lives for a very long time,â&#x20AC;? she states. RFL is an inspirational, non-competitive, 12-hour overnight fundraising event that brings the community together to celebrate life and fight cancer. All proceeds raised from the event go to the CCS to assist with cancer research and support the many programs that the societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Leeds, Grenville and Lanark Community Office offers to those who have cancer, cancer survivors and caregivers. Echlinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team is among five already registered for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event with a

goal of 30 teams having been set by organizers of the Smiths Falls RFL. In 2013, teams from Perth Carleton Place, Merrickville and as far away as Prescott and Seeleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bay were in attendance in Smiths Falls. Echlin typically registers her team for the following yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event the morning she returns from the Relay. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Unfortunately this year, I had problems registering online and it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the same day,â&#x20AC;? she notes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But we did get registered and are team number one again this year.â&#x20AC;? The captain of the team, â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Time For Hopeâ&#x20AC;?, the name was chosen, she says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;because of all the cancer around us at the time. We knew it was a time to have hope that cancer would be beaten.â&#x20AC;? The team can range in size from eight to 15 people depending on whether the adult children and friends of team members are in the area at the time of the RFL. Their outfits are not yet finalized for June 13 but with the slogan of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event being â&#x20AC;&#x153;Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Scare Away Cancerâ&#x20AC;?, Echlin says they are considering being zombies. The personal highlight from last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s RFL in Smiths Falls for the cancer survivor was the amount of money she was able to raise. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was the most money I had ever raised for the Relay in the 11 years Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been doing it,â&#x20AC;? she states. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every year, the team and I try to raise more than the previous year, also trying to find different ways to raise money.â&#x20AC;? For example, this year, as a fundraising initiative, Echlin has been selling 2014 calendars she made using her own photographs with five dollars from

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The second annual Smiths Falls Relay for Life event to benefit the Canadian Cancer Society, is set to take place at Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute June 13. Above, the team of Hagan & The Funky Bunch march during the opening of last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Relay for Life. each calendar sold going towards the RFL. Other fundraising efforts for the team have included bake sales in which all proceeds went to the Relay, going door-to-door and setting up â&#x20AC;&#x153;Coins for a Cureâ&#x20AC;? donation cans at a few locations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have to stress that although I am the team captain, it is our team as whole that helps us be successful each year, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m very proud of them for their dedication year after

year,â&#x20AC;? she remarks. As an illustration of that dedication, she makes mention of Griff, one of the young adult members of the team, who had his hair cut and donated to A Childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Voice Foundation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Angel Hair for Kids program. Echlin encourages others to relay â&#x20AC;&#x153;because cancer is a disease that involves so many and has no boundaries.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;It may not have involved them yet

but sadly, it likely will at some point,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To participate in the Relay and raise money will hopefully help those in the future who may get or have cancer. The Relay is also a great way to meet new and old teams who are all there together fighting for a cause that is close to our hearts. If we all do a little bit, in whatever way we can, hopefully we can help find a cure.â&#x20AC;? Bill McNicol, event chair for the RFL in Smiths Falls, agrees. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We relay for those who are fighting cancer right now,â&#x20AC;? he says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We walk with the people surviving cancer to support them and we have fun doing it with the different activities offered during the night.â&#x20AC;? As McNicol adds, â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are thousands of Canadians, some you know, fighting cancer right now. Their journey is long and hard. From the shock of initial diagnosis, through days and long nights that follow, for them cancer never sleeps, so neither do we. Please come out and join us and letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s relay.â&#x20AC;? Anyone interested in learning more about the RFL in Smiths Falls or to register a team can visit relayforlife.ca/ smithsfalls or is encouraged to contact the Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Community Office of the Canadian Cancer Society at 613-267-1058 (toll-free 1-800-367-2913) or email lanarklg@ ontario.ca. As an added incentive for those taking part in the June 13 event, all registered 2014 RFL participants in Ontario who raise $100 online by Wednesday, April 30 will be automatically entered into a draw to win one of three Apple iPads.

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News – Community and Primary Health Care (CPHC) has been astonished at the number of people willing to give of their time and volunteer. Approximately six weeks ago, CPHC brought in a volunteer manager, “It’s amazing the number of people signed

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MVCA rolling out barrels just in time for spring Community – Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) is selling rain barrels to raise funds to support rural and urban city stream watch programs. MVCA is all about water and we all need to protect it, conserve it, and respect it. Purchasing a rain barrel can help us meet our water monitoring goals in the Carp and Mississippi River watersheds and help you do your part at home. Rain barrels capture and store rain water collected from roofs through downspouts. They provide chlorine-free and fluoride-free water which is ideal for flowers, vegetables, lawns, shrubs and trees. Use it to wash cars, clean floors, and do laundry. It will save you money and help you conserve this precious resource. How it works: • Pre-order your rain barrel online at rainbarrel.ca/mvca or call Alyssa at 613-2530006 ext. 267. • Pick up your rain barrel on Saturday, April 26 between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the pickup location you selected with your order – Carleton Place or

ing with the clients and other activities. An advisory committee of volunteers exists, whereby “Volunteers meet with CPHC staff about current or proposed programs. Committee members encompass community partners (health organizations) and CPHC volunteers,” noted material provided by Renwick. Help is also being sought for Diners’ Clubs – monthly luncheons – duties might include set up, food preparation and more. With foot care clinics, volunteers aid with reception duties.

Friendly Visiting – volunteers are needed to “On a regular basis you make a commitment to spend an hour visiting a client,” the materials read. Each visit can be different and involve activities such as sharing stories, taking a drive and more. For the Duet: Enhanced Friendly Visiting program volunteers are teamed with both a caregiver and a client, but the premise of the program is the same. Fund development volunteers should have an interest in “Meeting people, planning events, or just

providing valuable insight into developing fundraising opportunities.” Lifeline, as mentioned previously, is in high need for volunteers. Those giving their time to the program both install and service the equipment for Lifeline. It is also noted that there is teaching and ongoing training and support. A popular program Meals on Wheels volunteers aid in the delivery of meals. General tasks such as office support as well as help at special events, transportation, are all jobs which

CPHC needs volunteers to help with. Volunteer instructors are also needed for a seniors’ fitness class, as well as telephone reassurance. CPHC telephone reassurance volunteers, “Make a commitment to call a client on a regular basis just to see how they are.” For information on any of the above volunteer opportunities or to express interest please contact Renwick at 613-342-3693 ext. 2030, or 1-800-465-7646 ext. 2030 (if long distance to Brockville) or email lrenwick@cphcare.ca.

Kinburn. Each base model rain barrel costs $55. MVCA receives $10 from each barrel sold. Each one comes equipped with the parts needed to set up your barrel at home: a filter basket, overflow adaptor, 1.2 m overflow pipe, and a spigot. Other accessories and styles are also available online. The funds raised will support comprehensive monitoring programs for both our rural and urban streams. This monitoring is essential for identifying trends and tracking changes to the water and shoreline environment of Mississippi and Carp Rivers and their tributaries. “Taking a closer look at what is happening in the water and along the shoreline helps us target areas for rehabilitation and maintain areas that are in good health,” says MVCA biologist Kelly Stiles. For more information about MVCA stream monitoring programs, call Kelly at 613-253-0006 ext. 234 or email kstiles@mvc.on.ca. Submitted by the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority.

UCDSB considers French Immersion program expansion News – Trustees with the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) accepted a comprehensive report Feb. 26 on the progress made to meet French programming recommendations outlined in the 2008 Boundary 2020 report. The report concluded that all recommendations have been implemented and the board is ready to build on that success. The board will examine ways to potentially expand the Early French Immersion (EFI) program to other schools and ensure that more Upper Canada students continue the program in high school and successfully complete a French Immersion certificate. During the board meeting, trustees asked director David Thomas to present a report

is working on is creating a fundraising volunteer committee, “To brainstorm different fundraising activities,” she said. For those interested, there are many programs and opportunities to volunteer with CPHC. “We do have a lot of programs that are in high need,” for volunteers, she noted. Including the foot care program, transportation in all areas, Lifeline, and others. Volunteer opportunities also exist with the Adult Day Service – including light kitchen duties, visit-

outlining key benchmarks for the improvement of participation and support for French Immersion within UCDSB schools. Thomas was also asked to develop a process for expanding the EFI program to other schools if demand warrants. “We have reached all our goals regarding Early French Immersion programming, the most important of which is that students have access to the program throughout all of our communities,” said chair Greg Pietersma. “Due to this successful implementation, we are in a position now to look at building and expanding on our success.” The report is entitled the “2014 French as a Second Language Review.” Submitted by the UCDSB.

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Snowy snack Community – This blue jay enjoyed a snack at a birdfeeder in Toledo over the weekend. Considered highly intelligent, blue jays are known to be as aggressive as they are pretty. While spring is just a few short days away, many winter birds remain in the tri-county area.

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Preparing your income tax return – stress-free DEAR EDITOR: Income tax season is fast approaching, and you don’t know where to start? Many people find tax time stressful, but with a little preparation, it can be a cinch. Read on for some tips to make preparing your income tax return quicker and easier. Start early. This way, you’ll not only avoid penalties for late filing, but you’ll also be able to organize your finances to take advantage of potential tax benefits. Prepare the returns of everyone in the family at the same time. Often, expenses that won’t benefit one member of the family can be transferred to another. Get organized. It’s much easier to prepare your tax return if you file the documents you’ll need in one place. Taxes in Canada

are due on April 30 every year. If you’re preparing your own return, you can use the Canada Revenue Agency’s Netfile program to submit it. You’ll save time, make fewer mistakes and, if applicable, get your refund faster. For more tips on preparing your income tax return, see Your Financial Toolkit on the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada’s website: itpaystoknow.gc.ca. Lucie Tedesco Commissioner Financial Consumer Agency of Canada

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The silent killer Editorial – The death of three members of a Brampton family earlier this week sadly underscores the dangers of carbon monoxide and the need for working alarms. When their furnace quit working, the family opted to use propane heaters to heat the home during the recent chilly conditions. While five members suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning, three were pronounced dead and the other two were treated. Poisoning by the gas was also blamed for deaths in the pre-holiday ice storm across the province. In this case, the family had working carbon monoxide detectors, which had activated when another family member came home, but Brampton Fire and Emergency Services warned that propane heaters should never be used indoors. The gas is invisible, odourless and colourless which makes it all the more important to have detectors. According to Statistics Canada, there were a total of 380 accidental deaths due to carbon monoxide poisoning in the country between 2000 and 2009. To cut down on the risks of carbon monoxide, the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs recommends that people place detectors in their home, located outside every sleeping area and ensure that fuel-burning appliances (furnaces, water heaters, fireplaces, etc.) are regularly maintained and the ventilation is checked. Often obstruction by snow and leaves can occur. Never bring an outdoor heater, generator or barbecue indoors when the power is off or your heat source quits as most are designed to stay outside and aren’t properly ventilated. Symptoms to look for include: headaches, feeling tired or short of breath, impairment of motor functions, and at prolonged exposure, chest pain, dizziness and having trouble thinking. Following a few simple tips can give you and your family peace of mind and the tools to know what to do should you encounter such a situation.

Onions were a cure all for sickness according to Mrs. Beam Lifestyle – No matter what ailed you, there was a treatment for it, right there on the farm. Only when you were seriously afflicted, did you call old doctor Murphy, who made house calls, to come out from Renfrew, a twelve and a half mile trip each way. But you had to be in dire straights indeed, because his fee was $2, or a couple of trussed up freshly plucked chickens and a batch of hot out-of-the oven sticky buns. Of course, if you broke a leg, or suffered some other serious malady, you were taken in to his office, where the fee was only a dollar. Chicken pox, measles, whooping cough, or a very bad cold were not considered serious enough to warrant a call to Dr. Murphy! If Mother couldn’t handle it, Mrs. Beam was called in. She had a cure for everything, and most of them centered around the use of onions...a good dose of onions. Mrs. Beam believed in the healing power of onions. It was a good thing we had a big supply, piled in the cellar

in bags. And no one questioned Mrs. Beam. Emerson, who hated her onion cures as much as the rest of us did, was sure she would put a hex on you if you didn’t adhere to her advice, which would ultimately lead to your untimely death! And so we endured what became known as Mrs. Beam’s cure all: “the onion treatment”. She also thought it best to ward off future diseases before they started, and of course that meant lots of onions...not cooked. Oh no, raw, right out of the bag. Early in the winter, Mother was advised to cut them into quarters, put them in a soup bowl, and put them inches from every bed in the house! Father was the only one who believed this would keep the house free of germs. Mother tried it one day in early winter, and I took a sneezing fit in bed the first night and had to get up, Emerson said he was going to throw up, and Audrey took her nextmorning clothes and hung them behind the kitchen door downstairs! That night’s chopped up onions were added to the pig Vice President & Regional Publisher Mike Mount mmount@perfprint.ca 613-283-3182, ext. 104

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feed the next day! But we weren’t to get off that easy. While most people had their chests slathered with Vicks VapoRub when they got a cold, we wore a little flannelette packet tied around our necks with string, and filled with chopped onions! The first day we had to wear the packets to the Northcote School, we smelled like a pot of Irish stew, and everyone knew Mrs. Beam had been called in for a ‘treatment’. It could have been a social disaster, but Mrs. Beam had gotten to a few other households which were threatened with some dastardly disease, only onions could keep at bay! And we weren’t the only News Editors: Laurie Weir, Joe Morin, Ashley Kulp REPORTERS: Howaida Sorour, Tara Gesner, Desmond Devoy, Kelly Kent, Laura Armstrong DISTRIBUTION: Lori Sommerdyk, 613-283-3182 ,ext. 138 Classified/Regional Roundup 613-283-3182 Judy Michaelis x122 email: jmichaelis@theemc.ca Cheryl Code x133 email: cheryl.code@metroland.com Fax: 613-283-5909

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ones reeking at the Northcote School. However, Miss Crosby finally had her fill of the one-room schoolhouse smelling to high heaven, and she sent a note home with every pupil asking that the children stick to Vicks VapoRub and leave the onions for the stew pot. Using Mrs. Beam’s treatment at home was one thing, but bringing it into the Northcote School was quite another! There was no thought of staying home from school if you were under the weather. You had to be bed-ridden before you were considered sick enough to miss. Passing on your germs never seemed to be a concern. It was assumed, sooner or later, everyone at the Northcote School would eventually get whatever was going around, and you just hung in there and waited for it to happen. The common cold or what was called the “grippe” was never considered a serious ailment. However, measles, and whooping cough were a different matter. Those two meant missing school until either the rash left you, or you ADVERTISING SALES: ADVERTISING SALES CO-ORDINATOR Andrea McMurtry SALES: Cheryl Johnston, Sharon Sinfield, Kathy Perreault, Kevin Hoover, Jamie Rae-Gomes Email: emcsales@perfprint.ca Fax: 613-283-9988 THE DEADLINE FOR DISPLAY ADVERTISING IS MONDAY 4:30 PM

stopped coughing. In either case, Mrs. Beam was called in. And once again, the onion treatment came into play. She would check to make sure a soup bowl of chopped onions was beside your bed if it was the measles that kept you home. But her treatment for the whooping cough bordered on ‘child abuse’. She would cut an onion in half, scoop it out, making it into two little boats, fill them with honey, and then pour on a few drops of coal oil. These were put on a pie plate and chucked into the oven of the Findlay Oval, and when they started to bubble, you took a spoon and ate them! Father thought anything Mrs. Beam said, or what she handed out as treatment, was right up there with Scripture. Just like the time she said she had a cure for lumbago, but that’s another story waiting to be told. Go to https://www.smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for e-book purchase details or for a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca. • Advertising rates and terms and conditions are according to the rate card in effect at time advertising published. • The advertiser agrees that the publisher shall not be liable for damages arising out of errors in advertisements beyond the amount charged for the space actually occupied by that portion of the advertisement in which the error occurred, whether such error is due to negligence of its servants or otherwise... and there shall be no liability for non-insertion of any advertisement beyond the amount charged for such advertisement. • The advertiser agrees that the copyright of all advertisements prepared by the Publisher be vested in the Publisher and that those advertisements cannot be reproduced without the permission of the Publisher. • The Publisher reserves the right to edit, revise or reject any advertisement.

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Local author notes that civilization changes everything, above all else DEAR EDITOR: From ancient times, right up to living memory, humans have been a small, insignificant presence on the Earth. Not so any more. Today, civilizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s impacts are felt practically everywhere. This change affects everything â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in our human experience the Earth has gone from offering endless new frontiers to where our activity is able to overwhelm it. It is critical that we acknowledge this change. Many of our customs and institutions, developed when the Earth seemed limitless, aggravate the serious problems arising as we bump into planetary limits. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The growth ideology is extremely attractive politically because it offers a solution to poverty without requiring the moral disciplines of sharing and population control,â&#x20AC;? says Herman Daly, Former economist with the World Bank and coauthor of: For the Common Good; Redirecting the Economy Toward Community, the Environment, and a Sustainable Future. As recently as the 1950s, humans consumed less than a third of what the Earth offers. Since then, economic activity has doubled and doubled again. Some say our present level of activity is only possible due to diminishing reserves of fossil fuels.* Others argue that we are doing fine; we just need to find ways to keep growing. How impressive would human impacts be if we continue with what is tra-

ditionally considered â&#x20AC;&#x153;healthyâ&#x20AC;? economic growth? A growth rate of around three per cent is considered healthy, though not great by pre-2008 standards. At three per cent growth, activity doubles in 24 years. Think of any children you know. Within their anticipated lifetimes, conventional economics would require human activity to double, quadruple and grow on to nearly eight times its present size. Would those children thank us for leading them down such a path? If an adult grew like a four-year-old, they would be in grave danger. It made some sense for civilization to grow, as long as there seemed to be vast frontiers to grow into. Now that we are exploiting practically every frontier, do we not owe it to the children to usher in a mature stage for civilization? When we admit that humankindâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s relationship to the Earth has changed and plan our actions accordingly, we can have a well-fed, comfortably-housed, educated and healthy population, all while reducing pollution and our consumption of natural resources. Even so, most of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leaders continue to promote child-like economic growth. What we need is to cut back on projects that consume energy and other natural resources and to spend into areas where knowledge and creativity are the primary inputs. The cutbacks would minimize confrontation with planetary limits while the spending would move society

into realms that are truly limitless. If only todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economists could see this, instead of arguing about whether consumption would best be encouraged by cutting or increase government spending, as if the only possible goal is growth everlasting. Food provides a good example. When produced by human effort, rather than by machines and chemicals, more food can be grown per acre and the nutritional quality is better. Such production also provides employment and can improve the soil. Compared to industrial agriculture which requires ever more energy, mined fertilizer and manufactured chemicals, localized community-scale agriculture increases well-being while reducing resource consumption and pollution. Other examples can be found in education and health care. Education is practically free in terms of natural resources and waste. Teachers can share everything they know and will be no poorer. Indeed, they often learn more themselves as they teach. Similarly health care, when aiming to increase well-being and reduce disease, is mostly knowledge and good will. Add to this buildings designed and renovated with lots of insulation and south-facing windows, and we can have increased comfort with reduced energy consumption. Food, education, health care and housing can all be provided with greatly reduced environmental impacts, and that is

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before actually acting like grown-ups and doing our best to make things last, rather than to become garbage, or shifting from materialism to the appreciation of living. Having grown to fill our planet does not mean that humanity has run out of options. It means that, as a species, we have grown up. As in our individual lives, when we reach mature size, adult development is in the realms of knowledge, skills, relationships and the enjoyment of life. By shifting from resource-intense activities to ones based on knowledge and skills, we can secure long-term well-being. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to grow until we drop! Longterm well-being requires broad recognition of our changed relationship with the Earth. Tell someone about it; the children will thank you. * A sign to watch for The fundamental change in our relationship with the Earth is clearly evident when one watches the role of fossil fuels. Up until the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oil Shockâ&#x20AC;? of early 1970s, whenever we needed more energy all we had to do was pump faster. The price increase from that initial shock increased the flow of money out of communities, and over the next decade deficits and debt became big problems. While ignoring accumulating debt, the path of growth was followed with some success until 2008, when it became difficult to pump oil out of the ground as fast as the expanding global economy wanted to burn it.

The price was bid up from under $30 a barrel at the beginning of the century to $147 in 2008, causing everything involving energy to become more expensive. Interest rates were increased to fight the resulting inflation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; increased interest charges made many loans, subprime mortgages in particular, unpayable â&#x20AC;&#x201C; widespread defaulting on mortgages flooded the housing market with foreclosed homes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; housing prices dropped â&#x20AC;&#x201C; vast amounts of the credit money that had been used to purchase those homes disappeared and down went the global economy. This basic lesson is repeated again and again. When economic activity slumps, the price of energy goes down and conventional activity is stimulated. As the economy improves, the underlying problem, of diminishing fossil energy supplies and the greater price of substitutes drives the price back up. Communities everywhere, except those producing energy, are drained of cash causing the system to falter again. Watch for this cycle and you will see society bouncing against one of our planetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s limits. When you see it, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t keep it to yourself. Mike Nickerson Lanark Author of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Life, Money and Illusion; Living on Earth as if we want to stayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

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Ontario moving toward two-tier health care Reflections BY JEFF MAGUIRE

and CT scans is staggering. Lack of equipment is one issue. Modern radiology doesn’t come cheap. In the so-called Champlain LHIN (LHIN stand for ‘Local Health Integration Network’), which includes Carleton Place where we live, there are just 11 MRI machines in five hospitals. Little wonder the waits are so lengthy! But the way scans are being administered province wide has proven to be a major stumbling block. Machines weren’t being manned long enough. Recently individual hospitals have taken the matter in hand. In the Champlain LHIN at least wait times for MRIs is down sharply. By operating equipment around the clock and on weekends backlogs are being reduced and wait times are decreasing. For someone in dire need of an important x-ray I’m sure there is no complaint if they are scheduled at 2 a.m. Regardless a wait of nearly two months can still be expected for an MRI. This is only one area of endeavor of course. Consider the plight of hospitals that on a regular basis are completely full and have patients stacked up in corridors. In many communities, especially our largest centres, hospital beds are never empty. When one patient leaves another takes his/her place. I have seen the situation firsthand, day-in and day-out while my family members were in hospital for extended stays. Now consider hospital emergency departments. Most are overloaded with patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our excellent small hospital in Carleton Place, which badly needs to be replaced (if the government ever gets around to approving the proposal in front of them), is among those feeling the pinch. People from nearby Ottawa are flocking to the emergency department at Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital. Far better to wait three or four hours to see a doctor in Carleton Place than waiting seven or eight hours or longer at an Ottawa hospital. I’m brushing the surface here because there isn’t space to cover every aspect. And please don’t think I consider myself an expert! I am just another person on the same health care merry-go-round we are all on. All things considered though, I believe private clinics make sense. Certainly clinics must be well-regulated, properly administered and monitored by those who are experts in the health care field. Because it’s true there are examples of clinics in this province that were found to be failing and that is worrying. Unions such as the Ontario Council of Hospital Unions/ CUPE (OCHU) are speaking out strongly against the government proposal to increase the number

of private clinics. Some of what they are saying makes sense of course. But on the other hand they are charged with protecting union jobs and therefore some of their claims can’t be considered objective. I heard an OCHU representative complaining about the government approach on the radio recently. I thought some of what he said was pure nonsense, predicated only on maintaining the status quo. I understand concerns about clinics being “self-policing.” That can’t be allowed and the government has a clear role to play in making sure any and every medical clinic operating in the province follows a clear set of guidelines and employs professionals using the best equipment available. If people are going to pay for such services they must be safe, not just speedy. Two-tier argument But why can’t we have a twotier system? This kind of medical care exists elsewhere in the world. Consider the United Kingdom. They have the same issues we do, so why can’t we learn from them and the other countries where twotier health care is available? I understand the “one system for the rich, one for the poor” argument. But there is a school of thought that says if those individuals with more financial resources are able to access private care, there will be more room for everyone else in the public system. Queues at emergency rooms and waiting times for scans and procedures such as colonoscopies, endoscopies and dialysis could be reduced. That has already happened in England where public hospitals and private hospitals/ clinics have co-existed for many years. I have two examples related to our friends in West Yorkshire. Thirteen years ago their daughter was suffering from a severe recurrence of her colitis (a serious digestive disease) and needed surgery. The wait times were akin to the current situation here. It cost her parents of course, but they decided to spend the money and go private. Today they credit that surgery with not only giving their daughter a better quality of life, but with saving her life. Her surgeon told them a lengthy wait for the operation might have been too much for her seriously compromised system. More recently her father (my good friend) was diagnosed with bladder cancer. Rather than join the lengthy public queue he again went private. Four and a half years later he remains cancer free and considers it money well spent. I believe we should look at the British situation and other similar examples around the world and attempt to take the best parts and apply them here. Personally I am tired of hearing people say “our system is better than the American system.” If that is the best point of comparison we can muster then we really are in trouble! If you have a comment or question for Jeff Maguire he can be reached by email at: jeffrey.maguire@rogers.com.

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62 Lila Street – $259,500 ***CONNIE McNAMEE 613-223-8168 ***LEE HITCHINS 613-284-7000

74 Pearl St. – $279,000 *PAULINE AUNGER 613-285-9158

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106 Beckwith St. E., Perth – $239,500 ***JEFFREY WEIR 613-285-4467

40 Decaria Blvd., Perthmore Glen – $279,900 ***JEFFREY WEIR 613-285-4467

Royal LePage Advantage is pleased to welcome Rebecca Molyneaux to its professional, award winning sales team at their Perth ofﬁce. Rebecca has lived in the Perth area all her life and loves her Heritage community. She chose a career in Real Estate because she has a strong desire to help family, friends and new acquaintances make their dreams come true, believing that a home is what keeps family connected. Rebecca knows how to listen to your needs and has the Rebecca knowledge, passion and commitment to Molyneaux help you through the process of buying or selling. She looks forward to meeting Sales Representative with you to assist you with all your real estate needs. For friendly, competent and success oriented service please call Rebecca direct at 613-267-8585 or at her ofﬁce 613-267-7766.

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123 Jodi Lane, Tay River

27 Ross St., Smiths Falls

$384,900 Great neighbourhood Chaplin Heights just 2 minutes from downtown Heritage Perth. Spacious 3+2 bedroom, 3 bath home located on a 2.9 Acre parklike lot with 165 feet of lovely Tay River frontage. This home sits very close to the water’s edge with full walkout basement leading to riverside decks & gazebo. Nice open plan design, spacious foyer with powder room & mudroom/storage area. Updated ﬂooring highlights the formal living rm with hardwood in dining room & lots of cupboards in the oak kitchen. 3 Good sized bedrooms on main level & 2 bright bedrooms on lower level. Lower family room is divided into 2 areas with sitting area with woodstove on one side & full kitchen/dining area with patio door on the other. Would make an ideal in-law suite. Newer heat pump & shingles, all brick exterior, invisible fencing. MLS# 091191601509826 Directions: from Perth west on Christie Lake Rd., Left on Sommerville Dr., Left on Jodi Lane court. Sheri Mahon-Fournier 613-812-1215 Sherisells.ca

$229,000 This hi-ranch is bright and sunny with new garden doors leading to a spacious back yard, new decking, new roof, many new windows, new counters, 3 bedrooms 2 baths and single attached car garage… this is a great family home. It is situated just down the street from both the High School and Chimo School. The entrance off the back yard leads to the basement with 1/2 bath and coat area to leave the clutter away from the main ﬂoor living space. Large family room in basement with bright windows and gleaming hardwood ﬂoors in the living area and hallway. A short walk to the park, this home is in a nice neighbourhood. Drop in and have a peek! MLS#899878 Cathie McCabe 613-284-6263 cathie-mccabe@coldwellbanker.ca

OPEN HOUSE – SUNDAY MARCH 23, 1-2 PM

NEW LISTING 1478 Drummond Conc. 6B (off Code Rd.)

2367 Bathurst Conc. 5, Perth $310,000 This home is so well maintained, it’s like new. Situated on a quiet road 10 min out of Perth, on 1.22 acres. It offers a peaceful setting to get away from it all. The bright and sunny family kitchen is updated and great for large gatherings, the lovely foyer enters to bright living space, and the fully ﬁnished basement sports the most amazing stone corner wood burning ﬁreplace, used to heat the entire home. 3 plus 1 bedrooms, den, 2 bathrooms including ensuite. Don’t miss this one. MLS # 898695 Cathie McCabe 613-284-6263 cathie-mccabe@coldwellbanker.ca

$234,900 Tremendous location only 11 kilometres East of Perth on a quiet dead-end road with very nice homes in the neighbourhood. Many features make this an ideal family home including maintenance free exterior, nice sized yard, some newer windows & bright rooms with southern exposure. Hardwood ﬂoors in the spacious living room & good sized eat-in kitchen with terrace door to 2 level decking. 3 Good sized bedrooms & updated 4 piece bath on the main level. Large family room with dry bar & woodstove, walkout terrace door to decking & pool area, 4th bedroom, good storage plus another room that would make an ideal bathroom. Carport could be framed in for a garage. Central air, water softener, oil hot water tank & oil tank replaced 2013. Play structure & storage shed included. Garbage & recycle pickup MLS# 091991903005103 Sheri Mahon-Fournier 613-812-1215 Sherisells.ca

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

PERTH CLASSIC

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If art is your passion this business is ready to step into and turn that passion into proﬁt. The owner is retiring and has developed a strong client base since 1996. The lease-hold operation” The Perth Picture Framing Gallery” is situated in the popular Codes Mill Stone Building in a perfect setting with complementary businesses and a wonderful shopping ambience! MLS#201460158 Call Cathie directly for details 613-284-6263

$369,500 Loaded with character and charm, this 3492 square foot red brick is located in the core of historic Perth. The building would make an elegant home, a classic ofﬁce space or a combination of the two. Detached 2 car garage and parking to 10–12 cars at the back of the building. Many upgrades and renovations recently completed. MLS# 092102004509800 Paul Martin 613-264-0123

$189,000 2 Minutes to the public boat launch! 10 Minutes to either Perth or Smiths Falls. Solid 4 bedroom home on lovely treed lot. Huge country kitchen with new cabinets, counter top & ﬂooring. Local wood highlights the walls & ﬂoor of the spacious living room & the new propane stove does a bang up job of keeping this room cozy. Upper level bedrooms all have closets & there is a 4 piece bathroom. Nice mudroom coming in from the driveway that leads to a good sized laundry/storage room. New vinyl siding on back addition, insulated detached workshop plus newly constructed 2 car garage with 2 doors on front & 3rd door at back. Vinyl thermopane windows, steel roof, paved driveway, breaker panel. MLS# 091990801520800

NEW LISTING

2788 Balfour Lane $189,000 This one owner bungalow was built in 1994 and has been extremely well maintained and looked after. Approx. 1200 sq.ft. in area with a full block basement with walkout. There is a single car attached garage. The home is situated on a private 9.66 Acres just outside the Hamlet of Elphin northwest of Perth. MLS®# 094000404013404 Paul Martin, Broker of Record 613-264-0123

4225 Scotch Line $324,000.00 Located just minutes from the town of Perth, this 1900 sq.ft. bungalow has an additional 520 square feet of finishing in the walkout lower level. Beautiful open feel to the main floor, spacious foyer with slate floors and a unique winding staircase to the lower level. Situated on a 3.8 Acre lot which includes a deeded 50 foot strip to Pike Lake. MLS® #: 091191101556201 Paul Martin, Broker of Record 613-264-0123

1266 Rideau Ferry Rd.

Sheri Mahon-Fournier 613-812-1215 Sherisells.ca

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42 Drummond Street E, Perth Across from the Courthouse $297,700 In the heart of Heritage Perth – spacious victorian - 4 + bedrooms, 4 baths, grand curved staircase from spacious foyer. So many renovations – new main ﬂoor family room, reﬁnished hardwood, walls, ensuite, mechanicals, etc. Income potential - duplex or single family. MLS#900014 Barbara Shepherd Cell – 613 326-1361

$369,000 3 pretty wooded acres at the end of the culde-sac only 5 min. To Perth. Custom built 3 bedroom, 3 bath, double garage. Perfect for entertaining – main ﬂoor family room with cozy woodstove plus more formal living room and dining rooms. Filled with light! Updated and immaculate. MLS#899696 Barbara Shepherd Cell – 613 326-1361

PERTH AND AREA’S NUMBER ONE SALES TEAM!

Sheri Mahon-Fournier* Andrew Rivington* 613-812-1215 613-812-3280

Bob Ferguson* 613-812-8871

Joanne Bennell* 613-812-0505

Barbara Shepherd* 613-326-1361

Christian Allan* 613-207-0834

Oral Pretty* 613-264-0123

Julia Scotland** 613-390-0401

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Norene Allan* 613-812-0407

Cathie McCabe* 613-284-6263

Michael Cardiff* 613-285-0655

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$139,900 • 8 JAMES ST, FRANKVILLE • MLS#899045

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Affordable starter home in Frankville. Mid-way between Smiths Falls & Brockville. Set on beautiful big parklike corner lot. Side verandah leads to foyer w/laundry area. Open concept living/ dining. Bright newer kitchen w/ceramic backsplash. Main ﬂoor master bedroom & renovated 4pc bath. 2 other good size bedrooms upstairs. Many updates over time include siding & windows. Detached 24’x24’ garage w/ workshop area. Quick move-in possible.

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3191 HWY. 43 – $279,900

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NEW LISTING

406 FLORA ST. Calling First Time Home Buyer or Retiree. Luminous West Facing, 2Bdrm, 1.5Bth, End Unit in Sought After Location. Elegant, Maintenance Free Laminate Flooring Throughout. Modern Open Concept Liv/Din Rm. Timeless White Kitchen w/Separate Dinette. Finished Lower Level FamRm. $274,900

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16 TREELAWN BLVD, PERTH - $291,000 HOSTS: LAURIE WEBSTER* & BUTCH WEBSTER*

INNISVILLE Absolutely Magical! Pristine 3+1Bdrm Sidesplit Nestled on Sprawling 8+Acres Awaits the Outdoor Enthusiast. Luminous, Open Concept Design w/Modern Vaults & Gleaming Hardwood Floors. Beautiful Birch Kitchen. Private Master Suite w/4pce Bath. Finished Lower Level. $379,900

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116 MAIN ST. E. – $139,900

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6818 ROGER STEVENS DR - $139,900 HOSTESS: JENNIFER McCLEERY

1592 OLD BROOKE RD., PERTH – $209,900 HOSTS: LAURIE WEBSTER* & BUTCH WEBSTER* OPEN HOUSE

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26 DUFFERIN ST – $119,900 HOSTESS: JENNIFER McCLEERY*

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1399 MATHESON DRIVE – $269,000 JENNIFER MCCLEERY*

95 OGILVIE LANE – $112,000 JENNIFER MCCLEERY*

8 ACRES

20-22 RUNNING AVE. – $139,000 JENNIFER MCCLEERY*

502 FRENCH SETTLEMENT RD, KEMPT. – $449,900

34 CATTERICK CRESCENT, KANATA – $469,900

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3327 MORNINGMIST WAY, OSGOODE – $369,900

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34 FLEURETTE ST., EMBRUN – $359,000

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105 ASA STREET, KEMPTVILLE – $149,900

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4005 TAYLOR ROAD, BRINSTON – $289,900

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929A TAMARACK RD., BARRY’S BAY/COMBERMERE – $749,000

176 ROMINA ST., STITTSVILLE – $339,000

3 CONDIE STREET – $189,900 KEVIN GRIMES*** SINGLE FAMILY HOMES STARTING AT ONLY $247,000

Large serviced lots, walking distance to all amenities, including large department stores, grocery and hardware stores, and restaurants.

OPEN HOUSE EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM Kevin Grimes*** Rob Garvin* Andrea Geauvreau*

Kevin Grimes Broker of Record 613-283-2121

Jacalyn Feenstra Broker 613-283-2121

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Andrea Geauvreau Sales Representative 613-296-3309

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Wendy Hillier Broker 613-285-4476

Jessyka Auclair Sales Representative 613-283-2121

Jennifer McCleery Sales Representative 613-285-5007

Laurie Webster Sales Representative 613-285-7553

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NEW LISTINGS

REAL ESTATE Kerri Keeney Broker of Record/ Owner Ofﬁce: 613-259-3033

www.lanarkliving.ca

654 Herron Mills Rd., Herron Mills Newly severed building lot consisting of 3.7 treed acres. Fairly level lot provides ideal terrain to build upon. Entrance permit, new survey. Well and septic installation approvals by the Health Unit and Mississippi Valley Conservation. Located just down the road from the Mississippi River and the Baird Walking Trail. Minutes into Lanark Village.20 minutes to Almonte and 35 minutes to Kanata.

$59,900

$44,900

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652 Herron Mills Rd, Herron Mills Newly severed building lot consisting of 6+ acres with a small stream cutting through the trees. Fairly level lot provides ideal terrain to build upon. Entrance permit, new survey. Well and septic installation approvals by the Health Unit and Mississippi Valley Conservation. Located just down the road from the Mississippi River and the Baird Walking Trail. Minutes into Lanark Village. 20 minutes to Almonte and 35 minutes to Kanata.

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13 Cassell Lane $94,500 3 bdrm bdr d m dbl wide with garage. Well worth a look! In move-in condition. See www.rcrhomes.ca/898767

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651 Hwy w 29. $119,900 4 bdrm bdr d m 2 bath, steel roofi roofing, f ng, new windows & fu ffurnace. rnace. Possibilities! See www.rcrhomes.ca/899802

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7 Roosevelt Dr $119,900 6 Roosevelt Dr $124,900 2+1 bdr bdrm d m well maintained home with 2 bdrm with dining rm and full a hedged yard. Parking for f r2 fo unfin.basement. Many updates. See www.rcrhomes.ca/ rcrhomes.ca/885526 a 885526 See www.rcrhomes.ca/896732

Open House Sun 2:30 -3:30 62 Henry r St $182,900

10600 French Settlement Rd $129,900 Older mobile home c/w well and septic on a 4.9 acre lot. See www.rcrhomes.ca/ rcrhomes.ca/897689 a 897689

Eastons Corners 3 bdrm bdr d m home An open concept. Many n updates done. See www.rcrhomes.ca/ rcrhomes.ca/895223 a 895223

910 Pioneer Rd. $299,900 Renovated 3 bdrm home on 51 acres. Barns, shed and garage too. See www.rcrhomes.ca/900203

1613 Crowder Rd. $359,900 Fully loaded Spencerville family home . Wow. You get a lot here! See www.rcrhomes.ca/892088

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38 Kemnsington Ave. A e. $154,900 Av This spacious 3 bdr bdrm d m home boasts many updates and a hot tub t b too! tu See www.rcrhomes.ca/ rcrhomes.ca/901442 a 901442

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26 Kelly’s Rd. $169,900 Spacious 4 bdrm, bdr d m, 2 bath home. Open concept. A well maintained home. See www.rcrhomes.ca/ rcrhomes.ca/861361 a 861361

Open House

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179 Beckwith St $187,900 Well maintained 4 bedroom home. Currently with tenant. 24 hr notice See www.rcrhomes.ca/893674

Open House

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83 Sherbrooke St. $188,900 Renovated 3 bdrm, 2 bath home in Perth backing onto Last Duel Park See www.rcrhomes.ca/892550

Open House

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823 Kitley Line 1 $199,900 Modern 3 bdrm fully finished home Corner soaker, deck, fireplace & more See www.rcrhomes.ca/895623

Open House

449 Cty Rd 29

Sun 1:00-2:30 $205,000

3 bdrm home with renovated main level. 1 car garage, space to grow.

See www.rcrhomes.ca/879907

Open House

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142 Weedmark Rd. $214,900 Lovely 4 bdrm home c/w garage. Hardwood & laminate flooring. See www.rcrhomes.ca/897623

Open House

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109 Colonel By Cres. $249,900 Large 5 bdrm, 4 bath home in desirable family neighborhood. See www.rcrhomes.ca/892886

12 Colonel Dr. $369,900 4 bdrm 2 bath fully finished home Many quality updates since 2008 See www.rcrhomes.ca/900191

72 Meadow Lane. $425,000 Merrickville 4 season waterfront waterfr f ont home, detached garage & guest suite. See www.rcrhomes.ca/881437

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44 Crampton Dr. $249,900 3 bdrm, 3 bath end unit townhome. Hardwood, fireplace, larger unit.. See www.rcrhomes.ca/893548

Open House

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204 Hunter Rd. $259,900 3 bdrm home, 2 car attached garage on 244 acres close to town. See www.rcrhomes.ca/884646

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6712 Roger Stevens $319,900 266 Muldoon Rd. $429,000 1362 Drum Con 1 $267,900 Immaculate 3 bdr bdrm, d m, 2 bath home just What a deal! Newer home on +3 acres Large 5 bdrm, 2 bath fully finished c/w 24 x 40x14heated shop. home 2 car garage 4.59 acres. Wow! outside of Perth. Worth a look rcrhomes.ca/ a 893694 See www.rcrhomes.ca/893694 See www.rcrhomes.ca/900922 See www.rcrhomes.ca/ rcrhomes.ca/890741 a 890741

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7 Smith Rd. $434,900 Large 3 bdrm, 3 bath fully fin. family home Granite counter tops & more. See www.rcrhomes.ca/902055

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243 Lera St. $329,900 Spacious newer construction fully finished with awesome back yard See www.rcrhomes.a/897483

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89 Leacock Rd. $349,900 A Retirement “Oasis”. Modern 2 bdr d m bung on picturesque pictu t resqu q e 13 acres bdrm See www.rcrhomes.ca/ rcrhomes.ca/898569 a 898569

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126 North Rd. $419,900 Outstanding 4 bdrm, 3.5 bath executive home in The Pines. See www.rcrhomes.ca/895701

5 Bacchus Island Rd. $499,900

4 bdrm home, 2 car garage, 35x50 det. shop, tennis court, 6.3 acre lot

See www.rcrhomes.ca/900640

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#3, 2868 Cty Rd 43 $18/sqft 754 Cty Rd 43 $599,900 4bdrm, 3bath home on 83 acres. Incl. 1000ft Retail bay for lease. Busy high traffic plaza in Kemptville . 3 stall horse barn. Kemptville See www.rcrhomes.ca/894508 See www.rcrhomes.ca/895979

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SATURDAY MARCH 22, 1:00 PM-2:30 PM 21 Ontario St., Jasper – $129,900 MLS® 899477

217 William St., Merrickville – $149,900 MLS® 901708 35 Condie St., Smiths Falls – $169,900 3 bdrm. brick home with a view of the Rideau in the Village. Eat-in MLS® 896734

4 bedroom home in village of Jasper with lots of room for a growing family and a bit of frontage on the creek to enjoy.

Hostess: Jenn O’Brien*** 613-227-4126

Slab Island, Bacchus Island area – $45,000 MLS® 883755

kitchen, main floor laundry, high ceilings, lovely staircase, steel roof. Large 4+1 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow, attached garage with Great opportunity for someone who can do some needed renovations. breezeway. Potential income suite in lower level. Call for more details.

Judy Charles*** 613-285-4464

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Partially treed, private parcel, 3.4 acres of land on Slab Island in Lower Rideau Lake system. Right across from Bacchus Island. Water access only.

Hostess: Jenn O’Brien*** 613-227-4126

134 B1 Avenue Toledo/Bellamy Lake – $395,000 MLS® 898100 Spacious, custom home on Bellamy Lake. Huge family room with woodstove. Cosy solarium, large deck accessed by solarium and kitchen. Large living room, cathedral ceiling, family size kitchen. Quality materials throughout.

Diane Hatfield** 613-762-0122

Marcella Best*** 613-285-4781

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444 County Rd. 29, Smiths Falls – $174,900 MLS® 879964 Cosy home with good-size rooms. Lots of upgrades, oversize double garage and extra storage/workshop, building 20x24. Minutes to town.

Diane Hatfield** 613-762-0122

Marcella Best

690 Code Drive, Smiths Falls – $299,900 MLS® 886441

155 Golf Club Road, Smiths Falls – $299,900 MLS® 897312

559 McGuire Street – $229,900 MLS® 900065

Ranch bungalow on premium lot backing on to golf Spacious split level home on 13.6 acres. Great condition. course. Bright, spacious open concept rooms. Park- So many extras, 30x40 detached garage/workshop (heated and cooled), 3 other outbuildings. Flower gardens, well like back yard includes 2 tier deck, summer room, treed with variety of trees. Minutes from town. pool, established gardens. Oversize double garage. Diane Hatfield** 613-762-0122 Diane Hatfield** 613-762-0122 Tracy Smith** 613-283-7788

Extensively renovated bungalow. New septic, new well. Maple hardwood floors, granite counters, 9 foot basement clearance. Move-in immediately.

Regan Lee** 613-812-0155

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Modern updated 3 bdrm semi. 1500 sq ft. plus full unfin. bsmt! Upgraded Open concept bungalow, finished lower level, great for starting out or downsizing. Flexible possession. c/air, flooring, interior lights, paint etc. smoke & pet free. Come see!

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99 Patterson Crescent Immaculate upscale adult lifestyle townhome with walk-out lower level. Open concept layout, granite counter tops, hardwood ﬂooring & more.

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Well maintained 3+2 bdrm, 2 full bath, split level close to town. Hardwood, radiant heated bath ﬂoors, large country kitchen, huge deck & much more!

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43 Terry Fox Avenue Impeccably maintained & updated 3 bdrm, 3 bathrm home. Beautiful landscaping, hdwd ﬂrs., freshly painted, updated kitchen, lower level family room, double garage. Will not disappoint!

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65 Munro Street Very spacious main rooms, ﬁnished lower level, unique layout, huge 210 ft. deep lot in town. A must see!

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Approx. 2,000 sq. ft. open concept bungalow. Hardwood, tile, double garage. Get in early to pick kit, ﬂooring, paint etc.

Not your ordinary bungalow, loaded with every upgrade imaginable, etched oak ﬂoors, heated slab, heated garage, granite, hot tub & more.

Gorgeous 3 bdrm semi, brand new, hrdwd, kitchen island, stone/ brick front, inside entry from garage, full Tarion warranty.

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Marly Burke Broker

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Karen Duncan Sales Representative

Vicki Behn-Belland Sales Representative

Carolyn Renwick Sales Representative

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Private location minutes to Almonte on a treed 7.57 acres. Uniquely built 2007 Nudura wall system (ICF). Relax on front veranda and watch the wild life. Small outbuilding and pasture.

Ideal family location, lovely open concept, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, handy main level laundry. Attractive lot with extensive landscaping. Quick closing is possible. Mona Irwin has all the details. MLS 898070 $352,000

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MLS 892105 $335,000 Leo Carlucci 613-761-0711 www.leocarlucci.com

887 CLAYTON ROAD

LARGER THAN IT FIRST APPEARS!! This 1950 Circa Brick, 5 Bdr, 3 Full Bth home is ideal for a growing family. Featuring original character, stylish renos, a LL ideal for an In-Law Suite & a 2nd storey Loft, this home is full of surprises. Step out to an amazing Rear Yard completely fenced & ideal for the kids & Fido!! MLS:891811 A TR T! EX E LO RG A L

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LOCATION! LOCATION! This stylish, 4 Bdr home is nestled on an expansive lot, in sought after Mississippi Quays. Boasting a sunlit Eat-In Kit, open con Dnr/Lvg. it is the ideal design for entertaining. A steps to the Heritage Fitness Ctr, Mississippi River, schools, Beckwith walking trails, local shops/restaurants, it is perfect for today’s active family. An easy commute to Ottawa!! MLS:899538 L CU ! IET AC! U Q ES D

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Well maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow features newer kitchen cabinets & counter. Single attached carport. Lower level family room. Not much to do here except move in & enjoy.

Exceptional HW floors and quality crown mouldings. Sunny open concept. Luxury master bedroom offers oversize ensuite plus private screened sun room. Oversize great room above garage. A must see home. Call Mona Irwin. MLS 899706 $429,900 139 LION HEAD DRIVE

$336,900

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SIMPLY STUNNING!! A soothing color palette, gleaming Hrdwd Flrs & a sunlit ML will impress any buyer. Featuring a handy ML Powder Rm, Kit/w quartz Counter/Island & LL Fam Rm. Step outside to a Rear Yard oasis/w a uniquely designed Deck & interlocking stone Patio/Walkway. A friendly neighborhood & a stone’s throw to all Amenities.!! MLS: #901321

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966 LESLIE CRAIN DRIVE New 1,660 sq. . home in Fellingers Mills Estates, 3 bds, 3 bth, 2car a . gar. on 1.58 acres. Par ally finished basement w/walkout. Natural Gas & A/C. Possible occupancy end of May. $429,900. Call Paul Gordon 613-390-2281 or Randy Cavanagh 613-464-1000

164 MAPLE STREET, MCDONALDS CORNERS 2+1 bd bungalow on gorgeous landscaped lot, deeded access to Dalhousie Lk, private backyard, finished lower level. Det. Insul/heated gar/workshop. $199,900.

NEAR CALABOGIE 3/4 bed Log home, all season co age, bunkie & garage, four buildings, plus dock, endless possibili es, ren ng, severance, large private lot. $675,000.

CARDINAL Great starter or re rement 2 bed 1 bath bungalow on private dbl lot. Close to St Lawrence River. $152,900.

OPEN HOUSES SAT MAR 22, 12:00-1:00 PM 10 SCOTT CRES, PERTH Quality built home on low traﬃc street. Side split home, 2 bdrm upper level, lower level family rm & bdrm. Upgraded kitchen plus a 3-season sun room. $269,900. Host: Paul Gordon 613-390-2281

OPEN HOUSES SAT MAR 22, 12:30-2:00 PM 1077 PORT ELMLSEY ROAD Close to Perth/Smiths Falls near Rideau Ferry! Just 7 yrs old, lovely 2-sty colonial, move-in ready! Economical radiant-flr hea ng & storage galore! 30x38 garage! $319,900. Host: Jennifer Glazier 613-812-8114

SAT MAR 22, 2:30-4:00 PM 265 ROBERT RUN ROAD CHALOA ACRES SOUTH Pre y Cape Cod on private 1.65 acres-much larger than it looks (approx 2,380 sq ) w/mn flr master & ensuite. 4 bds/3bths, full unfinished walkout basement, db detached garage/lo . $379,500. Host: Jennifer Glazier 613-812-8114

SUNDAY OPEN HOUSE MAR 23, 1:00 –2:30 PM 256 ORCHARD CRES, PERTH Custom built, 3+1 bed bungalow on lrg country lot, in-ground pool, hot tub. L/L rec room w/3 pc bath. $399,900. Host: Randy Cavanagh 613-464-1000

NEAR WESTPORT Execu ve 4/5 bd 3,600 sq. . custom built home. Excellent level W/F, great road access. Fireplace & si ng area with water view. Balcony/ entertaining space. Lots of natural light, Spa baths, Hobby & study rooms. $1,200,000.

CHALOA ACRES SOUTH Lovely split level in sought a er subdivision 2 min to Perth! 2 fully finished levels. New shingles 2010,windows 2012, baths updated/ laminate upstairs 2013& more! $267,500.

BALDERSON 3bd, 2 bth 2 storey home in Balderson, lots of space for family and/or poten al home business. Fenced yard. $220,000.

FALLBROOK Lovely, private 3+1 bd bungalow. Lrg addi on with rec rm & private entrance. Heated workshop plus single car garage. Mins. to Perth. $215,000.

SAT MAR 22, 2:00-3:00 PM 505 SUGARBUSH WAY LANARK HIGHLANDS 2+1 bdrm, 2 bath bungalow with detached 2car garage on 1+acre. Lower level 3rd bdrm, family rm, oﬃce, laundry & ample storage. $186,900. Host: Paul Gordon 613-390-2281

WATSON’S CORNERS Gorgeous 9.98 acre building lot, easy highway access. 4 large spring fed ponds on the property. Start building today! $89,900.

PORTLAND 3+ bed, 1.5 bath bungalow on extra large, well treed lot in Village of Portland. 2 blocks to the Rideau. $219,000.

SILVER LAKE Let this solar business help pay your mortgage – 17 year OPA contract. Business, Home and Equestrian Paradise with views of Silver Lake. $459,900.

WESTPORT 3/4 Bed quality ICF constructed home, dream kitchen, expansive covered deck, large workshop, integral gar. Finished basement. This home will meet all your expecta ons, totally turnkey. $450,000.

PIKE LAKE 4 bed, 4 bath custom built home & 2,000sq. . workshop/studio…you decide. Panoramic view on 7.3 acres with 281 of shoreline on Pike Lake. $1,370,000.

DREAMS FOR SALE - CHOOSE WISELY… CHOOSE THE EMC - 18 - Thursday, March 20, 2014

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Thank you for the referrals of your family, friends and business associates. I appreciate your trust. OPEN HOUSE

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Saturday, March 22, 11 am-12 pm 235 Bristow Drive, Montague Twp. $259,900 MLS: 877112

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Saturday, March 22, 1 pm-2 pm 544 Ford Road $264,000 MLS: 891329 NEW PRICE

868 Kitley Line 1 Rd., Jasper $319,000 MLS: 849392

182 Kitley Line 3, Toledo $229,500 MLS: 887136

35 Wills Rd., Rideau Lakes $410,000 MLS: 899885

104 FALLBROOK RD – BUSINESS ONLY Approx. 4,000 sq. ft. of Retail business – Quality women’s & men’s Clothing Store, 40 mins. to Ottawa, close to Perth & 20 mins. to Carleton Place. Well known for specializing in a vast range of clothing sizes. $170,000

33 Bayview Cres. $229,900 MLS: 891782

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245 GAMBLES SIDE RD NEAR PERTH Prestigious stone farmhouse w/approx 90 acres. Horse barn, cattle barn, shed. 20x40ft in-ground pool. Remodeled charming home. $775,000

139 RATHWELL SHORE RD NEAR CARLETON PLACE 2 bd home on Mississippi Lk w/detached gar, approx. 40 mins. to Ottawa. Tidy & well maintained, newly reno’d kitchen & bath. Wheelchair access, great deck, eastern sunrise. $239,000

70 BROCK ST SOUTH PERTH 4 bed, 2 bath bungalow close to schools, churches & downtown shopping. Extra deep lot 202 ft. Updated windows, shingles & paved driveway.

404 ENNIS ROAD NEAR LANARK Older Log Home 4 bedroom 65 acres with 2700 ft of Frontage on Ennis Rd. Approx. 2,300 ft on The Fall River. Possibility of severing 3 lots. $319,000

324 DALHOUSIE CON 1 A Custom built board & batten style, well maintained 7 yr old country bungalow on approx. 6 private acres. 2 beds up & 1 down w/walkout from lower level fam rm. Hardwood ﬂrs. $349,900

113 HARPER RD & 18318 HWY 7 Quality built 1,150 sq.ft. 3 bd bungalowcompletely renovated from top to bottom. Basement ready for finishing touches. Detached gar/workshed. Adjoining commercial property to be sold as package with this property. $255,000

966 LESLIE CRAIN DRIVE New 1,660 sq.ft. home in Fellinger’s Mills Estates, 3 bd, 3 bth, 2 car att. gar. Basement w/walkout. Nat Gas & AC. Open concept, 3 sided gas f/p. Excellent quality &value on 1.58 acres. Potentially ready to move in by May. $429,900

256 ORCHARD CRESCENT NEAR PERTH Custom built, 3+1 bed bungalow on lrg country lot, in-ground pool, hot tub. L/L rec room w/3 pc bath. $399,900

$234,900

SATURDAY MARCH 22

9:30am-10:30am 116 Main St E 10:30am-12:30pm 26 Kelly’s Rd 11:00am-12:00pm 142 Weedmark Rd 706 St Lawrence St 3191 Hwy 43 39 Cty Rd 1 20 Cedar Lane 11:00am-12:00pm 126 North Rd 235 Bristow Dr 11:00am-12:30pm 109 Colonel By Cres 38 Kensington Ave 11:30am-12:30pm 1592 Old Brooke Rd 51 Main St 12:00pm-1:00pm 10 Scott Cres 12:00pm-1:30pm 123 Jodi Lane 26 Dufferin St 12:00pm-2:00pm 298 Christie Lake Rd 12:00pm-3:00pm Avonlee Condos 12:30pm-2:00pm 1077 Port Elmsley Rd 1:00pm-2:00pm 74 Pearl St 62 Lila St 147 Hawley Rd 27 Ross St 110 Elmsley St N 16 Treelawn Blvd 544 Ford Rd 1:00pm-2:30pm 266 Muldoon Rd 21 Ontario St 179 Beckwith St 7 Roosevelt Dr 6 Roosevelt Dr 243 Lera St 18 Robert Rd 1:00pm-3:00pm 6712 Rogers Stevens Dr 2:00pm-3:00pm 505 Sugarbush Way 6818 Roger Stevens Dr 2:00pm-4:00pm 1613 Crowder Rd 2:30pm-3:30pm 107 Lorne St 6 Strathcona St 2:30pm-4:00pm 265 Robert Run 3:00pm-4:00pm 13 Cassell Lane 651 Cty Rd 29

Smiths Falls

Lisa Ritskes 613-285-6611

Lombardy Rural

Gerry Seguin 613-852-4313

Merrickville Rural Merrickville Smiths Falls Toledo Smiths Falls

Linda Hewson 613-812-8037 Francine Rever 613-285-7274 Lisa Ritskes 613-285-6611 Stan Suffel 613-284-6756 Linda McKenna 613-485-0576

North Elmsley Montague Twp

John Gray 613-868-6068 Evelyn Lee 613-284-7277

Smiths Falls Smiths Falls

Kim Mays 613-812-1444 Garry Dalgleish 613-880-4434

Perth Eastons Corners

Laurie Webster/Butch Webster Connie McNamee/Lee Hitchins

Perth

Paul Gordon 613-390-2281

Tay River Perth

Sheri Mahon-Fournier 613-812-1215 Jennifer McCleery 613-285-5007

Perth

Jeffrey Weir 613-285-4467

Perth

Mark Lee 613-812-1017

Near Perth

Jennifer Glazier 613-812-8114

Smiths Falls Smiths Falls Kilmarnock Smiths Falls Smiths Falls Perth Smiths Falls

Pauline Aunger 613-285-9158 Lee Hitchins/Connie McNamee Linda McKenna 613-485-0576 Cathie McCabe 613-284-6263 Francine Rever 613-285-7274 Butch Webster/Laurie Webster Evelyn Lee 613-284-7277

Smiths Falls Smiths Falls Smiths Falls Smiths Falls Smiths Falls Perth

John Gray 613-868-6068 Jenn O’Brien 613-227-4126 Barbara Reade 613-812-0542 Linda Hewson 613-812-8037 Kim Mays 613-812-1444 Garry Dalgleish 613-880-4434 Doug Forde 613-285-5732

Smiths Falls Rural

Gerry Seguin 613-852-4313

Lanark Highlands Smiths Falls Rural

Paul Gordon 613-390-2281 Jennifer McCleery 613-285-5007

Spencerville

Jim Fisher 613-202-7653

Smiths Falls Smiths Falls

Francine Rever 613-285-5007 Connie McNamee/Lee Hitchins

Chaloa Acres South

Jennifer Glazier 613-812-8114

Otterdale Estates Newbliss

Garry Dalgleish 613-880-4434 Linda Hewson 613-812-8037

SUNDAY MARCH 23

11:30am-12:30pm 3627 Hwy 43 12:00pm-1:00pm 20 Basswood Cres 12:00pm-1:30pm 44 Crampton Dr 12:00pm-2:00pm 7 Smith Rd 1:00pm-2:00pm 2367 Bathurst Conc 5 1:00pm-2:30pm 256 Orchard Cres 449 Cty Rd 29 823 Kitley Line 1 83 Sherbrooke St 89 Leacock Rd 112 Hillier St 1:00pm-3:00pm 258 Stonewood Dr 110 McLellan Rd 59 Victoria St 2:00pm-3:00pm 1399 Matheson Dr 2:00pm-4:00pm 8 James St 406 Flora St 2:30pm-3:30pm 62 Henry St 3:00pm-4:30pm 204 Hunter Rd 6 Roosevelt Dr 3:15pm-5:00pm 134 Church St 7 Crampton Dr

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Smiths Falls

Lee Hitchins/Connie McNamee

Smiths Falls Rural

Jennifer McCleery 613-285-5007

Carleton Place

Garry Dalgleish 613-880-4434

Kemptville Rural

Jim Fisher 613-402-7653

Perth

Cathie McCabe 613-284-6263

Perth Smiths Falls Rural Smiths Falls Rural Perth Frankville Rural Lanark

Randy Cavanagh 613-464-1000 Barbara Reade 613-812-0542 Kim Mays 613-812-1444 Cole Walker 613-812-0536 John Gray 613-868-6068 Doug Forde 613-285-5732

Beckwith Twp Carleton Place Carleton Place

Barbara Couch 613-596-5353 Alicia kerer 613-253-3175 Rhonda Brunke 613-253-3175

Smiths Falls Rural

Jennifer McCleery 613-285-5007

Frankville Carleton Place

Dara Mara Ellis 613-799-0379 Sam Kerr 613-229-7565

Eastons Corners

Garry Dalgleish 613-880-4434

Smiths Falls Rural Smiths Falls

Kim Mays 613-812-1444 John Gray 613-868-6068

Franktown Carleton Place

Barbara Couch 613-596-5353 Rhonda Brunke 613-253-3175

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An exciting exec Bung nestled in prestigious “Sunset Woods Estates”, offers a majestic Open Con design with soaring vaulted ceilings, a OPEN HOUSE stunning 20k stone SUNDAY MARCH 23 1–3PM ffp, accentuated by a dramatic palladian window. The warm color palette, chic granite kit/island & formal Dining space create the ideal atmosphere for entertaining. A dreamy Master offers dbl dr entry & gorgeous 5pc ens/ walk-in. A sunlit Fam Rm great for kids to play & grow! MLS #: 870564 S OD WO ET TES! S N SU ESTA

National Volunteer Week 2014 April 6th–12th

$669,500

134 CHURCH STREET, FRANKTOWN Realize your dream of country living in Lilac Capital of Ont! Unique A-frame with an attitude! Sun streams thruout this charming open concept. Laminate flring/13, pict windows in lvg & OPEN HOUSE dnr areas. Sparkling SUNDAY MARCH 23 3:15–5PM white kit, appliances incl. Mn fl/laundry/storage rm, lg romantic 2nd fl Mbr boasts 2pc ens & patio drs/2014 to 16x4’ balcony & laminate flrs, soak up the sun on 24’ front or rear deck. Private rear woodland boasts log outbd.Shingles repl/11. MLS #: 902036 ET HAL ! C C HOME I H C LE STY

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$189,900

175 INNISVILLE ROAD, INNISVILLE , NED Y ZO N L L A RCI OW ME TO T COM MINS

Charming yesteryear home invites an entrepreneur seaching for an ideal location, “Commercially Zoned” to relocate or open new business & requires extensive outblds; ﬂea market/antique store, mechanic, bodyshop (spray booth ava), det gar, deep lot allows excellent signage on Hwy #7. Charming veranda, sunlit vintage 1.5 Storey, fresh decor, amazing vaulted master suite with adj sitting room, septic inst/11. Shingles/12. Don’t miss this opport. MLS #: 898337

$199,900

798 HIGHWAY #15, LOMBARDY, RIDEAU LAKES TOWNSHIP Breathtakingly beautiful stone circa 1860 rural estate, nestled on 6.58 Manicured acs, invites you to step back in time w/ stunning original appts & the most authentic country kit I’ve ever seen! This amazing “Currier & Ives” setting boasts brand new $18k septic, 2 ponds, ornate, original wrap around Veranda, iron/stone fencing + stunning reno’s make this a “one of a kind” retreat. Endless opportunity for commercial venue, B&B/antiques. MLS #: 883666 0 186 E CA HOM R I C NE STO

$459,900

A Special Advertising Feature is planned for the Valley EMC (Carleton Place, Kemptville, Perth, Smiths Falls)

and the St. Lawrence News April 3rd, 2014 Don’t miss this opportunity to acknowledge your volunteers! Advertising Deadline - March 28th, 2014

Call Cheryl at 283-3182 ext. 184 or 1-800-267-7936 e-mail: cjohnston@perfprint.ca

www.barbaracouch.com THE EMC - 20 - Thursday, March 20, 2014

REGIONAL NEWS

Connected to your community

Is it tee off time yet for Mississippi Mudds’ Fox on the Fairway? By PAT JAMIESON-BLACK

Arts – Are you tired of this long cold snowy winter? We all are! But I think I may have the remedy. Get your tickets for the Mississippi Mudds upcoming production of Fox on the Fairway. I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with two of the actors from this show, who not only are avid golfers themselves, but a married couple. Christopher Jones and Sylvia Giles-Jones have been members of the theatre group for many years. Sylvia joined in 1976, Chris in 1992. From being on stage, to writing shows, to directing shows, to playing in the band, they have done it all. Chris wrote and directed a show many years ago called Moonlight over Manhattan. I’m sure many of our loyal followers will remember that one. Together they directed, A Mudds Midsummer’s Ice Cream and the very popular Murder Mystery, Wake the Dead. Both productions performed to sell out crowds. Chris and Sylvia have also each held positions on the Mudds board of directors. I asked them what was easier, acting together or directing together. Let’s just say acting together on stage gets the thumbs up from both of them. Directing together …well that’s another story for another article! Because they both are avid golfers and members of a local golf club, I asked them if there were any similarities between the Fox play and the actual goings-on at a golf club. They

both grinned and chuckled, and suggested that I should take up golfing, and definitely see the show! Sylvia is playing the role of Muriel Bingham. She describes her as confident, loud, overbearing but with a soft gentle loving heart. Now Sylvia did mention that perhaps she had been typecast, but I quickly dismissed that notion, except perhaps the soft gentle loving heart. Chris is playing the role of Dickie Bell. Chris described him in two short words: obnoxious and stupid! He did, however, tell me that Dickie has some of the funniest lines in the script. Both Chris and Sylvia tell me that the play is very, very, funny and definitely a show you don’t want to miss. My thanks to Chris and Sylvia for spending time with me and allowing me to share the many contributions they both have made towards making the Mudds such a successful theatre group. Get your tickets folks, and see this couple on stage, along with the other talented actors in this funny show. The Mississippi Mudds will present Fox on the Fairway at the Carleton Place Town Hall (175 Bridge St.), March 28, 29 and April 4 and 5 at 8 p.m. and March 30 at 2 p.m. Tickets, $20, will be available at the Carleton Place Chamber of Commerce (132 Coleman St. 613-257-1976). For more information, visit misPhoto courtesy of BRIAN McMANUS sissippimudds.ca. Long-time Mudds members Sylvia Giles-Jones (Muri- scenes in Fox on the Fairway, opening this month at Pat Jamieson-Black is a member of the Mudds publicity team. el) and Chris Jones (Dickie) join up for some hilarious the Carleton Place Town Hall.

Perth’s World Record Kilt Run 2014 Saturday, 21 June 2014 - 6:00 pm • 8 km Main Kilt race (3000 pers max, ages 7 and up)

• 8 km Warrior Division (Sold Out)

• 1 km Lad & Lassie Warrior (75 pers max, ages 10-14)

• 1 km Lad & Lassie (75 kids max, ages 6-9)

• 200 m Wee Lad & Lassie (75 kids, ages 3-5)

Plus many events for the whole family:

• Music, Pipe Bands • Canadian Haggis toss competition • Cheering station competition ($1000 prize) • Food Vendors • Beer Garden • and much, much more… Key Registration Dates:

17 Mar 2014 - Last online Kilt 25 May 2014 - Last Registration

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skills. compassion. knowledge. experience. VOLUNTEER FAIR April 7, 2014 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Sponsored by

Guinness world Record of 1,764 runners set on 23 June 2012

A portion of the proceeds going towards Presented by: Perth Running Goats Club

t Connect with community organizations in your area that are looking for volunteers. t Learn about the benefits of volunteerism. t Enjoy complimentary refreshments and enter to win great prizes.

For details, contact Patty at 613.253.2010

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Lanark Laughs helps support LAWS with March 22 comedy night Lifestyle â&#x20AC;&#x201C; What an overwhelmingly happy week it has been at Lanark Animal Welfare Society (LAWS). The shelter has seen the permanent placement of some the animals that qualify as our longest term residents. LAWS would like to thank the dedicated support of the community, volunteers, staff and placement committee for their tireless efforts in securing safe and happy homes for our animals that are so near and dear to our hearts. If you would like to adopt please contact the shelter at 613-283-9308. Upcoming events Lanark Laughs is hosting a comedy night on behalf of LAWS. Hilarious comedian Adrian Cronk is headlining and, as always, Ballygiblinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Carleton Place will be hosting the event, which takes place Saturday, March 22 beginning at 8:30 p.m. Space is limited, so please reserve a seat at 613-253-7400. For more information about the

event, please visit www.facebook. com/lanarklaughs. Featured animals Tom Tom is a very sweet two-year-old male harlequin tabby who enjoys a warm lap to curl up on. Tom is very affectionate and loves to play. Tom has been known to be quite the little chatter box and will actively participate in a â&#x20AC;&#x153;conversationâ&#x20AC;? with you. Recently, Tom was diagnosed with Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and unfortunately needs to be segregated from other cats because of this virus. Because of this virus he needs to be the only cat in the house to prevent infection to another cat. Because this virus depletes the immune system, it is imperative that Tom locate a forever home out of the shelter before he becomes ill. The link provided explains FIV further: http://www.vet.cornell.edu/ FHC/health_resources/brochure_fiv. cfm. Please contact the shelter if you are interested in providing Tom with his forever home. Eddie The look in those big Beagle eyes is impossible to ignore. Eddie was born happy, and remains true to his easygoing, adorable and sweet-natured self. Highly social, affectionate and playful with people, he also loves running and exploring. And as a curious and determined little guy, he will happily follow his Beagle nose wherever

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it leads. He knows some of his basic commands, but still needs some work on his toilet training. He is good with some dogs, but has been reactive to others, and does not get along with cats. Although moderately vocal, he is highly energetic, requiring plenty of exercise and stimulating activities. And if his forever home comes without a fenced-in yard, Eddie the explorer will have to be kept on a leash. Lanark Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) is located on Glenview Road, just off Highway 43, about 2 kilometres west of Smiths Falls. The shelter is open Monday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Write to us at P.O. Box 156, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4T1 or contact us at 613-283-9308, or email

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check our website or phone or visit the shelter. If you have found a dog or cat please visit our website to find the number of your local animal control officer.

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Arts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Valley Rovers headlined the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Warm Up to St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;? on Sunday, March 16 at the Almonte Civitan Club hall. The band is comprised of Wayne Steel, Rick Legree, Dave Brown, Clarence Fralic, and Bernie Costello.

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Car Counsellor tackles fueling, leasing issues in this weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s column

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Can you advise me on the best way to proceed? I am 75-years-old and live on a fixed pension. I leased a 2011 Honda Civic and made a substantial down payment to reduce my monthly leasing charges. The lease expires this month. I have just over 34,000 km on it and the car has been regularly serviced. I have a few options when the lease is up and I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know which is right for me. A) Return the vehicle to Honda and pay any damage charges (scratches etc.) and walk away. B) Lease a new Honda Fit for another four years (requiring another substantial down payment for low monthly costs). C) Purchase the Civic for around $9,000 plus tax (it will probably need four new tires and maybe a new battery). Some of my friends say to turn the car in and sign a new lease and keep my $9,000 in the bank. Johnâ&#x20AC;? I usually can find several pros and cons to most solutions, but this one was pretty one-sided. The current value on a 2011 Honda Civic with 34,000 km is anywhere from $14,000 to $15,000 retail. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s substantial down payment not only kept his monthly charges low, but drastically reduced the buyout figure ($9,000) on his lease. Walking away from the car means leaving a lot of money on someone elseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s table. While John didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mention anything about his health, statistically his age brings a higher risk of losing his driving privileges than the aver-

age driver. If he signed a new lease and then lost his license, he would still be legally responsible for all monthly payments and fees. If the worst happened, his estate would be

responsible for these costs. Now the same could be said for a consumer loan used to pay out the lease, but on this side of the coin, the vehicle is worth more than the loan so its disposal wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be much of a burden. A loan for this purchase can be easily amortized to keep the monthly payments within Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget. Another issue to consider is the differences in vehicles. While both the Civic and Fit are great cars they are completely different and most would agree that the Civic is more comfortable to drive and has more cabin space and is easier to get in and out of. And at the Civicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current age and mileage, it still has a lot of

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Play music for the love of it Lifestyle – So, your kid, whose interest in playing music you’ve always encouraged with lessons, equipment upgrades, transport to scour music stores or jam with friends, endured years of amplified ‘loudness’ blasting up the stairs or vibrating through the shared garage wall, tells you they want to make a career in the music industry. What comes to mind first? Those musician jokes you’ve heard for years like: What’s the difference between a folk guitar player and a large pizza? A large pizza will feed a family of four. What do you call a guitarist without a girlfriend? Homeless. How do you get a trombonist off your porch? Pay him for the pizza. Yeah, you know the ones... Seriously, I doubt your first thought is of your offspring traveling on exclusive tour buses, fan clubs or jet setting around the world. The world of being a musician has evolved and become more diverse. There are more styles of music every day, each with varying degrees of popularity and the ability to support someone. The key though, no matter the success level achieved, even briefly, must be driven by the love of it. That love is what pushes through long practice sessions, constantly keeping and improving your chops, days, weeks, months away on the road, missing friends and family, accepting living on very little at times. Though I’m not a musician, I spend lots of time around them, know many personally who are part and full time and I observe their lives. Each has a unique path unto themselves, affected by varying degrees of skill, personality, confidence, creativity, desire and, oh, did I mention a big dollop of luck? Another secret ingredient I’ve observed is probably a result of that love and drive but most, I know, have extremely high energy levels. They need it, often working a day job to enable their creativity to shine at night, traveling long distances each way for a chance to play and be recognized. The whole idea of earning your keep as a musician kept popping up, via several locales. It was initiated recently, as I enjoyed listening to local veteran musician Peter Brown sing and play keyboard, part-

nering up that evening with another veteran, Kingston singer/ saxophonist Tim Roberts, at the Golden Arrow in Perth. Their renditions of old standards and self-written tunes were always stylish and each made their own. Small communities only have so many people to go around and when there are several other events going on throughout the town at the same time, everyone’s numbers suffer. Where it has been tough to get a seat most jazz nights, the first Saturday of the month previously, the audience was sparse this night. The quality of show these two guys gave though certainly didn’t show it. It was admiration I felt as I watched the self satisfying smiles break out on each of their faces when each piece completed, proving it wasn’t the numbers but their satisfaction of playing that made it all worthwhile for them. The carrying and setting up of gear through a frigid, snowy night, long solo drives through questionably safe weather...the show must go on. Admirable and proof of what true musicians are made of. We found ourselves at the CKCU studio to promote a recent house concert and who was there but another veteran musician, Sneezy Waters who was celebrating his 69th birthday co-hosting, along with Chris White, the Canadian Spaces Saturday morning show host. Guitarist extraordinaire Vince Halfhide was there too, accompanying Sneezy and playing a song of his own. I’d seen them both playing at a fundraiser recently and they, too, ooze the love of playing. It got even better when Newfoundland’s Sherman Downey and Perth’s Henry Norwood, both youthful musicians, played their winning entries to last year’s CBC Searchlight Competition and received much adulation from those veterans in attendance. Music brings the generations together and I was lucky to be there to hear them all join in on several tunes, joined by another veteran, Russell Kelley. Quality

playing transcends generations. Sherman Downey and the Ambiguous Case stayed at our home following their show here and so I had a chance to quiz these 25 to 30-year-olds about being on the road for weeks on end. They’re young, full of energy but even from the last time they stayed with us, I can tell the professional necessities of needing more sleep and being better bastions of their bodies (i.e.: eating and imbibing more healthily) has become part of their norm. You can feel the zestful energy they crank out when playing together. Its what they want to do and are slowly, developing a good following across the country that helps fill the rooms they travel to play in, and get booked there next time. But reality takes its toll. They’d been playing almost nightly since they left Corner Brook, a few weeks ago and are traveling in a 15-passenger van. After a long drive from Toronto to Kemptville, they pulled up and unloaded at The Branch Restaurant and when trying to restart the van, found it was broken and required a $200 repair the next day. They were heading to Sharbot Lake Inn the next night and Bruce Enroe, owner of The Branch, kindly offered his van to them if need be but they were able to get the necessary repairs locally and carried on. (You’re a good lad, Bruce!) From Sharbot Lake Inn’s full house they played here in Perth and then were to drive the next day to Sarnia, an eight-hour trek for a house concert, then back to Toronto for a couple of days before shows in Hamilton and then The Black Sheep in Wakefield, QC. Different beds every night, mostly restaurant meals, long hours in the van driving from place to place... it’s all part of the life of being on the road. They collectively look forward to the days they can hopefully afford the luxury of more sensible scheduling, travel and hotels. It takes time. Most of the lads work in a music store in Corner Brook, when not on the road and state how lucky they are to have an understanding owner. They also play in other groups, utilizing their creative energies wherever they can. See MUSINGS page 29

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Almonte & District Horticultural Society meeting, Monday, March 24, 7:30 p.m. Cornerstone Community Church. Speakers: Heather & Emerson Kinkaid on their winning 2013 Yard of the Week. Info: 613-256-1441. Almonte Hospital Bridge, Wednesday, March 26, 12:30 Coffee/tea, 1:00 Bridge. Info: Barb 613-256-2463. Annual General Meeting of the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum Thursday, March 27, 7 p.m. Info: 613-256-3754. Bridge Euchre Scrabble Fundraiser, Sunday, March 30, lunch at noon, 1:30 p.m. games begin, in Almonte United Church. Many door & game prizes, Spring gift sale. Info: Laurie 613256-0394. Euchre- 4 hand, March 20, 7:30 pm. Sponsored by the Town & Country Tenants Assoc., 375 Country St. Light lunch. Contact Norma 613-256-4179. Legion Branch 240, Saturday, March 22, The Debenham Brothers, 3-7 p.m. Mills Seniors Services, Almonte, Golden Oldies Lunch, March 27. Mills Office, 67 Industrial Drive. Transportation and Entertainment. Call Seniors Services to reserve 613-256-4700. Mills’ Seniors Services, Almonte, Supper Social (New Day), Tuesday, March 25. 6 p.m. at the Almonte Legion. Monthly supper social will be held the 4th Tuesday of each month. 613-2564700. Mills Seniors Services, Almonte, Wheeler’s Pancake House. March 26. Please call Seniors Services to reserve your seat on the bus. 613-2564700. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Holy Name of Mary School, Tuesday March 25. 6-7:30 p.m. Info: 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Holy Name of Mary School, Wednesday March 26. 9:30-2:30. Info: 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Holy Name of Mary School, Mondays March 24 and 31. 9:30-noon. Info: 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Holy Name of Mary School, Thursdays March 20, 27. 9:30-2:30. Info: 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Naismith School, Tuesday March 25. 9:30-noon. Info: 613-283-0095. Pancake Breakfast, Union Hall, 1984 Wolf Grove Rd., Sunday, March 30, 8 a.m. till noon. Gluten-free option available. Regal Catalogue Fundraiser, now till April 30, Raise funds for Likulezi Project, Malawi while shopping online www.lccp.shopregal.ca or pick up catalogue at Almonte United Church lobby. Info: Laurie 613-256-0394. Soup for Thought Fundraiser, Saturday, March 22, Mississippi Valley Textile Museum. Two sittings 11:30 to 1 and 1:30 to 3. Tickets: at the Museum and at Bob the Baker. Info: 613256-3754 ext 7.

Adult Bereavement Group, Wednesday, March 26, 1:30-3:30 p.m Waterside Retirement Residence, 105 McNeely Rd., Carleton Place. Contact Rebecca Bowie 613-267-6400. Bible Study Group topic “Discipleship” Saturday, March 22 9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m. SeventhDay Adventist Church, 117 Victoria Street. Bibles/Study Guides provided. Active discussions. Prayer requests welcomed. Carleton Place Library invites you to write a novel during the month of April! “Camp NaNoWriMo Kick-Off”, Tuesday, March 25, 6-7 p.m. Info: 613-257-2702. Exertime! Exercise Class at Beckwith Baptist every Thursday at 7 p.m. 277 Tennyson Rd (Tennyson & 7th Line Beckwith). Golden Jubilee Chapter Order of the Eastern Star Supper and Euchre Sat. March 22 at 6:00 p.m. St. James hall Edmond St. For tickets call 613-253-0356 or 613-257-1660. Meeting at St Andrews Presbyterian

Church Hall, 39 Bridge St, April 2, 7 p.m. entrance at rear on Beckwith Street. Speaker: Laurie Bachand from Stoneridge Gardens & Nursery. www.cphorticulture.ca Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Arena, Tuesday March 25. 10-11:30 a.m. Info: 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Arena, Thursdays March 20, 27. 10-11:30. Info: 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Carambeck Community Centre, Wednesday March 26. 10-11:30 a.m. Info: 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Carambeck Community Centre, Mondays March 24 and 31. 10-11:30 a.m.. Info: 613-283-0095. The Carleton Place Sunset Club meets Wednesday’s at 1 p.m., in the Legion for cards, games and socializing. A nice way to spend an afternoon. Info: (613)258-7483. The Mississippi Mudds present Fox on the Fairway at the Carleton Place Town Hall, 175 Bridge St., March 28, 29 and April 4 and 5 at 8 p.m. and March 30 at 2 p.m. Tickets available at Carleton Place Chamber of Commerce, 613257-1976.

KEMPTVILLE Baby Talk, Wednesday, March 26, 1:30-3 p.m. Ontario Early Years Centre. Breastfeeding support available. Benefit Dance, Kemptville Legion, March 22, 7-12. Music by This Old Heart and the Country Comrades. Tickets: Ken Finnerty Auction. Ham & Scalloped Potatoes Dinner, homemade pies & cakes, mixed vegetables, baked beans & salads etc., served by the Odd Fellow & Rebekah Lodges at the Odd Fellows Hall, 119 Clothier St., East. March 30, 4:30-6:30p.m. Info: 613-258-2258. Kemptville and Area Walking Group, Mon. March 24, Wednesday, March 26 and Friday, March 28, 9:00 a.m. Meet at the North Grenville Municipal Centre. Contact Eva Francoeur 258-4487. Sponsor: Health Unit. Kemptville and Area Walking Group, Mon. March 17, Wednesday, March 19 and Friday, March 21, 9:00 a.m. Meet at the North Grenville Municipal Centre. Contact Eva Francoeur 258-4487. Sponsor: Health Unit. Lasagna Dinner, Saturday, March 29, 6 pm at St Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Prescott St. “Pyjama Jam” Tuesdays 5-7:30 p.m. 207-215 Sanders St. Info: (613)258-2225 or 1(866)4338933 ext 2374.

LANARK Lanark Civitan Club talent night. Last Friday each month. Dinner 6 p.m., dance 7:30 p.m. Old Time Country Music. 613-259-5610. Lanark Legion #395 4th Annual Womenless Fashion Show, music starts at 3 p.m. followed by a light lunch. Fashion Show begins at 7:30 p.m. Info: 613-259-3449. Lanark Legion #395 Annual Wild Game Dinner, March 29 at 6 p.m. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Maple Grove School, Thursdays March 20, 27. 9:30-11:30. Info: 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Maple Grove School, Wednesday March 26. 9:3011:30 a.m. Info: 613-283-0095. St Declan’s Annual Church Supper, Sunday, March 30, Watson’s Corners Hall, 4-6 p.m. Roast beef and all the trimmings.

MERRICKVILLE Dancing on the Rideau Ballroom dance instruction. Wednesday evenings 7-8 p.m., beginners; 8-9 p.m., advanced; 9-10 p.m., practice. Merrickville. Info: Ron or Sharon (613)2697905. Dinner & Dance, March 21, Chicken 6 p.m. music by Elise & Co. Merrickville Legion.

Dinner & Dance, March 28, Ham 6 p.m. music by Smokey Rose. Merrickville Legion. iPhone Workshop, Saturday, March 22, drop-in 10:30 a.m. Merrickville Library. Register at 613-269-3326. Lego Club, Saturday, March 22, drop-in 1012. Merrickville Library. Ages 4-12. Merrickville and District Historical Society presents “Mother Barnes: The Witch of Plum Hollow” with guest speaker Amy Mackie, Museum Educator (Brockville Museum), March 25, 7:39 p.m. Ste. Marguerite Bourgeoys School. All welcome. Merrickville Legion Club Room open Tuesday nights from 7-10:30 p.m. Mixed Darts, every Monday night, 7 p.m.; Men’s Darts, every Wednesday, 7 p.m. Legion. StoryTime for ages 5 & under, Fridays 10 a.m. Theme: March 21 - Outer Space. Merrickville Library.

nadian Legion, 26 Beckwith St E, 7:30 p.m. Info: 613-264-0094. Perth Tay Seniors. Card game. Lions Hall. March 26, lunch noon, cards 1 p.m. 613-2671422. Rideau Trail Association, Saturday, March 22, Trans Canada Trail, Level 1, 10 km. From Wemyss to Maberly Station. Bring snowshoes or icers depending on conditions. Meet 9:30 a.m. Conlon Farm. Car shuttle. Leader Robert Groves 613-259-5872. Rideau Trail Association, Saturday, March 29, Cataraqui Trail, Level 1, 16 km. From Hwy 15 to Chaffeys Locks. Meet 9 a.m. Conlon Farm. Doug Hayes 613-925-5872. Stroke survivor and caregiver support group, meets the 4th Wednesday of every month between 1:30-3:30 p.m. Legion, 26 Beckwith St E. Info: (613)549-6666 x6867. The Butterfly Fan Club- Perth & District Breast Cancer Support Group. Perth Family Health Centre, 33 Lewis St. Monthly Meetings, 7-9 p.m. 3rd Thursday (March 20). Info: Carleen PAKENHAM 613-812-4474. This Old Heart and the Country Comrades, Maple Run Studio Tour, Saturday 29 and Sat., March 29, 7:30 - 11:30. Perth Lions Hall Sunday 30, 10-5. Destinations, details and map at www.mapleruntour.ca or call 613-624-2062. Pakenham Community Home Support RURAL sponsors: Foot care, transportation, meals on wheels, Tuesday luncheons. Info/appointment (613)624-5647. 1st Oxford Mills Pathfinders are selling Girl Pakenham Senior Citizens, Stewart Com- Guide Cookies and Quilt Raffle tickets at Indemunity Centre, Thursday, March 27. 11 am. pendent Grocer, 9-2, March 29. meeting, potluck noon, 1 p.m. program Everyone 4 Hand Euchre Friday, March 21, 7:30 PM, welcome. Info: 613-623-7740. Pierces Corners Hall. Light lunch. All welcome. Info: 613-489-1684 4 hand euchre, Tuesday evenings 7 p.m. (starting May 1) ABC Hall, Bolingbroke. SponPERTH sor: ABC Seniors. Lunch and prizes. 4 hand euchre, Wednesday, March 26 7:00 Adult Bereavement group, Wednesday, p.m. Montague Seniors Hall, Rosedale. Good March 26, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Lanark Lodge, 115 prizes, good food. (613)284-1074. Christie Lake Rd. Contact: Rebecca Bowie 613All you can eat spaghetti supper and silent 267-6400. auction at Bishops Mills Church Hall, March 29, Blood Donor Clinic, Monday, March 24, 1-7 5-7 p.m. Help Oxford Mills Girl Guides. p.m. Civitan Club of Perth, Hwy 43 (Craig St). Ashton United Church Women Annual Bridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets Spring Tea and Bazaar on March 22nd from 11 7:00 p.m., Thursdays, March 27, April 3, 10, 17, am to 1 pm at the Ashton United Church. A 24 at Perth Civitan Club. For partnership con- salad plate, dinner rolls, dessert tea and coffee tact Bert Picard 613-267-5305. will be served. Everyone is welcome. Film Night International Perth is showing Beckwith and District Friendship Club will the Robert Redford film “All is Lost”, Wednes- meet April 2, Centennial Hall, Franktown. Potday, March 26, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Full Cir- luck Supper at 6 p.m. Musical entertainment. cle Theatre, Craig St. Info: 613-267-1224. Inquires 613-257-2756. Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every MonBest Possible Start Drop-In. Parenting day, 10:30-12:30 a.m. at The Table, 190 Gore St information and support. 1st and 3rd Monday’s E. Info: 613-257-2779 ext 104 (or ext 100). each month, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Country Roads Lanark County Camera Club meets Tues- CHC, 4319 Cove Road, Portland. Info: Early day, March 25, 7 p.m., Algonquin College. Visi- Years Team, 272-2799 or 1(888)998-9927. tors welcome. Info: 613-264-2767, www.lccamBid euchre every Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. Moneraclub .com tague & District Seniors Club, 658 Rosedale Rd Lanark County Quilters Guild, meeting S. (613)283-6240, (613)283-8482. Tuesday, March 25, at 7 p.m. at Lions’ Hall, Perth Bingo, Elgin Lions Club Hall, every ThursFairgrounds. Guests are from Limestone Quilters day night, 7 p.m. Smoke free. Guild with a trunk show. Refreshments. Guests Community lunch, Portland United Church, welcome. Tuesday, March 25, 12-1 p.m. Irish stew, dessert. Lions Club Jamboree, Sunday, March 23, Fully accessible. All welcome. Lions Club Hall, Halton and Arthur Streets. C.P.H.C. formerly V.O.N. mobile clinic Hall open at 1, music starts at 2. Info: Lion Bob at the Town Hall, Westport. Open to anyone Turnbull 613-267-6906. Home cooked buffet needing medical assistance. First Friday of every meal around 5:30. month, 9:30-2. Appointment (613)803-1710 or Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, walk-in. Perth Library, Wednesday March 26. 10-11:30 Dinner and Music, Ham and Bean Supper, a.m. Info: 613-283-0095. 5-6:30 p.m. A cappella concert by Perpetual EOntario Early Years Centre playgroup, Motion 7 p.m. Portland Community Hall, FriPerth Library, Thursdays March 20, 27. 10-11:30. day, March 28. Sponsor: All Saints Rideau Lakes Info: 613-283-0095. Anglican Church Congregation (Emmanuel Ontario Early Years Centre Workshop, Church). Good Discipline, Good Kids, Tuesdays, March Euchre Tournament, Sunday, March 30, 25, April 1, 6-8:30 p.m. St John elementary 1:30 p.m. Lasagne lunch at noon. Info: 613-283School. Pre-registration necessary: 613-283-0095 8482, 613-283-6240. Montague Seniors Hall, ext 300. 658 Rosedale Rd S. Ontario Early Years Centre Workshop, Fundraising Meeting, First Monday of each Toddler Music, Wednesday, March 26, 10-11 month at 9:30 a.m. Montague Forget-Me-Not a.m. Perth Library. Pre-registration necessary: Seniors. Info: 613-283-7210. 613-283-0095 ext 300. Horseshoes, Toledo Legion, every Tuesday, 7 Passover Seder A Feast of the Lord, April p.m. sharp. 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Thursday night, doors open at 6 p.m. March 28, 2014: Ham & Bean Supper with scalloped potatoes, dessert and beverage sponsored by Elgin United Church. 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm at the Elgin Lions Hall. Membership Meeting, every 4th Tuesday at 10 a.m. followed by a potluck lunch. Montague Forget-Me-Not Seniors. Info: 613-283-7210. Newboro United Church, Turkey Dinner, March 21, 6 p.m. Newboro Community Hall, corner of Drummond and Carleton Streets, Newboro. Tickets: 613-273-5344, 613-273-5219, 613-272-2002 or 613-359-5619. Take-outs available from 4:30-5:30. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Rosedale Hall, Tuesday March 25. 9:30-11 a.m. Info: 613-283-0095. Pancake Breakfast, Saturday, March 29, 8-11 a.m. St John’s Church, just east of Innisville, corner of Hwy 7 and Ferguson Falls Rd. Info: 613257-4941. Pancake Breakfasts, St Thomas Anglican Church Hall, 2 Church St, Frankville. Saturdays, March 22, 29, April 5 and 12. 8-noon. Info: Sarah Gibbons 613-275-2893. Snow Road Snowmobile Club Annual Fundraiser Breakfast for Alheimers, April 5, 8-11 a.m. at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Rd. Everyone welcome. You could win a Free Breakfast. Snow Road Snowmobile Club Breakfast, March 22, 8-11 a.m. at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Rd. Everyone welcome. Snow Road Snowmobile Club, Meeting April 4, 7:30 p.m. At Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road. St. Stephen’s Church Dinner and Euchre, Thursday, April 3 at noon. Maberly Community Hall. Watsons Corners Community Hall. St. Declan’s Church Annual Roast Beef Supper. Sunday, March 30, 4 p.m.-6 p.m. For more information call Tom Crosbie 613-259-0227. World Day of Prayer, Saturday, March 22, 2 p.m. Service at Elgin United Church, Elgin. “Streams in the Desert” prepared by the women in Egypt. Sponsor: Local Churches. Info: 613359-5275.

SMITHS FALLS At Bethel Pentecostal Church, Family Night, March 22, 5 p.m. Meal, fellowship and worship. Bake Sale, located at the Hub Pool, Gallipeau Centre. March 22, starts at 9:30 a.m. Beginner Line Dancing. Fun and exercise for seniors, 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays. RCAF Hall Rideau Wing 443. Info: Ellie 613-205-1591. Darts, Friday 8 p.m. Mixed. Legion. Darts, Jasper, Thursday 7:30 p.m. Legion Br 95 Darts, Tuesday, 7 p.m. Singles. Royal Canadian Legion, 7 Main St E. Diabetes Basics Education Program at Rideau Valley Diabetes Services, March 18, 25, & April 1, 5:30-8 p.m. Doctor’s referral not required. Info: 613-284-2558. Duplicate Bridge, Tuesday, March 25, Legion, starting at 1 p.m. Partnership Janet Sparks 613-283-1957. EA- Emotions Anonymous- 12-step organization working toward recovery from emotional difficulties (marriage, children, grief, etc). Meetings (every Tuesday)- March 25, 7 p.m. Salvation Army Church (side door). (613)283-0960. Eastern Star, Swing into Spring Pancake Breakfast, at the Masonic Hall, Russell St West, Sunday, March 23, 9 until 1. Tickets available at the door. Giant clothing sale, Saturday, March 21, County Fair Mall, 10-2. All proceeds to benefit the rescued animals of Mel’s Farm. Harmony Club 162, 61 Cornelia St. Darts every Thursday. 1:30 p.m. Info: 613-283-4684. Historical Society hosts Sarah Bennett with a special video oral history presentation at Heritage House Museum on Thursday, March 27 at 7:00 p.m. Everyone welcome. See Smiths Falls page 27

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Indoor Yard Sale, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 95, March 29, 8 a.m.- 3 p.m. Come one come all find your treasures. Canteen available. Jamboree, Open Stage, March 30, music 1-6:30 p.m. Dinner at 5, ham & bean supper, Smiths Falls Royal Canadian Legion Br 95. Knights of Columbus, Baked Chicken, Wednesday, March 26, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Knights of Columbus Hall, 18 William St W. Info: 613-283-1550, 613-283-1328. Knights of Columbus Sunday Brunch- March 30, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Hanley Hall (upper floor). Sausages or bacon with Egg Dish, home fries, baked beans, toast, juice, tea/coffee. 613-283-1550, 613-283-7584. Everyone Welcome. Lanark County Brain Injury Survivors Group, meeting. Every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-noon. Tricas, 88 Cornelia St. W. Legion Br 231, 2314 Harlem Rd., Portland. Sunday Brunch, 9-1. Every Sunday in March and April. Pancakes, sausages, coffee, tea. All snowmobilers welcome. Mom to Mom Sale, Saturday March 29, 8:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Church Hall, Trinity United Church. Shop for baby and

Breakfast for dinner “If you didn’t have eggs this morning, why not eggs for supper?” indicated Traynor. “The possibilities are endless. Here are some ideas to get started.” • A Greek omelet filled with diced tomatoes, red onion, olives and feta cheese • Soft poached eggs, sautéed spinach and mushrooms, on top of toast or a baked potato • Burrito with scrambled egg or soft tofu, sautéed red pepper slices, avocado and salsa wrapped in a warm tortilla • French toast topped with a spoonful of yogurt, fruit or dollop of apple sauce. When is a salad just a salad? “Let the imagination work,” stated Traynor. “Use baby spinach, mixed greens or arugula as the basis. After washing your hands, take what you want to use for that meal and

wash these prewashed vegetables again at home so you know they have been washed to your own standards; as it is security for the eater.” • Leafy plants can hold bacteria and viruses that naturally occur in the soil or fertilizer. • Prewashed vegetables may become contaminated in the preparation process before bagged. • Wash vegetables under cold running water. • Remove any soil found. • Discard discoloured, wilted or slimy leaves. • Put washed vegetables in a colander to let drip dry or dry by wrapping in a freshly cleaned tea towel. Put used tea towel in laundry. Top with a little olive oil, half as much lemon juice, a little black pepper and add ingredients such as: • Sliced fresh or drained canned pears packed in 100 per cent juice or water, dried cranberries, toasted

almonds and crumbled blue cheese, served with a side of crusty whole grain bread. • Grilled salmon, green onion, grapefruit or orange pieces and celery tossed with some cooked rice. • Go to www.eatrightontario.ca and for salad recipes. “Give a whole new meaning to the idea of a kitchen party,” said Traynor. “Instead of preparing food on your own, invite some friends or neighbours over for a cooking party. Keep it small to start off. Ask two guests to bring the ingredients for their favourite, trusted recipe, especially those that freeze well. You do the same. Cook together, tidy up together, eat together and end up with some different meals to freeze for another day.” Another time, experiment with a new ingredient. Invite those who may benefit from learning food skills or socializing with

children. Clothes, toys and equipment. New to You Sale. Saturday March 29, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 noon. Church Gymnasium, Trinity United Church. Gently used adult clothing, jewellery, accessories and small household items. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Duncan J. Schoular School, Mondays March 24 and 31. 10-11:30 a.m. Info: 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, OEYC, Fridays March 21, 28. 9-11. Info: 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, OEYC, Tuesday March 25. 9-noon. Info: 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Trinity United Church, Wednesday March 26. 9:30-noon. Info: 613-2830095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Trinity United Church, Thursdays March 20, 27. 9:30-noon. Info: 613-2830095. Vendors Spring Fling Event, Royal Canadian Legion, March 23, 10-3 p.m. info/table rental Karen 613-283-2277. Watsons Corners Community Hall, Pancake Brunch Sunday, Mar 23, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. proceeds to Smiths Falls Dialysis Unit.

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News – Chuck Rifici ain’t no drug dealer, but he’s got a warehouse full of marijuana. In fact, for a guy who has millions of dollars worth of weed at his business, it was a testament to just how far medical marijuana has come towards wider societal acceptance that a member of the Smiths Falls Police Service introduced Rifici at a recent conference in Blacks Corners. “How does one become a licensed commercial marijuana grower in the former Hershey plant?” Rifici asked rhetorically, during his presentation at the Lanark County and Town of Smiths Falls municipal drug strategy committee networking day on Friday, Feb. 28 at the Beckwith Township council chambers. “I view it as a pharmaceutical company coming to town.” Rifici is the president and chief executive officer of Tweed Inc., in Smiths Falls, which was just licensed about a month ago and is now producing pot on site. Medical marijuana has been legal, with a permit, since 2001. In 2002, according to Rifici, there were between 400 and 500 patients growing their own product at home. “It made sense to allow home growing,” with such a small number, said Rifici. In time, however, that number grew to 40,000. “What made sense for 500 does not make sense for 40,000. People had concerns with the old situation.” One reason was security while another was that it was “very difficult to obtain consistent quality product.” Under the old system, a grower would have to fill out between 20 and 30 pages of forms, “and it was very much a last resort… to make sure that (medically) everything else had been tried.” While society’s outlook on medical marijuana has changed, so has Rifici’s outlook on some of the terminology associated with it. “I used to bristle at using the term medicine,” he said, but he can certainly attest to his product’s benefits. While there are any number of jokes about medical marijuana, he has heard anec-

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clubs like to deal with. They will dry up.” With Colorado experimenting with the legalization of marijuana, Rifici hastened to add that “the Canadian market is very different from (what) we see in the United States. (There) people just go into retail outlets,” to make their purchases, much like Dutch patrons do at coffee shops in The Netherlands. In Canada, there are “no retail storefronts. We grow from seed to sale. We are an online storefront.” In fact, there are 25 varieties on site, though they can only sell dry cannabis, and “it’s growing up in a bank-like environment.” In fact, the old Hershey plant may now be more secure than your neighbourhood bank, with a secure perimeter, 24/7 video monitoring – which must be kept on record for up to two years – a restricted zone, swipe cards and even a thumb scanner. Employees have to be security cleared if they are ever going to be alone with any of the product, even momentarily. “No one who hasn’t gone through the security check has been left alone with the product,” said Rifici. The marijuana is then stored in a vault, which can store up to 15,000 kg. “It is on lock-down when it is on site,” said Rifici. It is then “shipped directly to the customer,” to a specific address. There have been concerns raised in the Smiths Falls community about the plant, including if any odour would emanate from the facility, but Rifici stated that no odour would leave the plant, “on pain of losing a license.” Some doctors are also still hesitant to prescribe medical marijuana because “most physicians don’t want to tell people to smoke something,” though he finds that practitioners in British Columbia are more open to such a prescription than in other provinces. Nurse practitioners are also allowed to dispense the drug, but, so far, nursing groups do not allow it yet. “They physicians are the gatekeepers to this,” said Rifici, with only an estimated seven per cent of physicians having prescribed it, though that number is estimated to go up to 20 per cent. As for patients, they often purchase more than just one strain of marijuana, as different ailments require different

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News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Smiths Falls town planner Niki McKernan has prepared a new street naming policy for councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s adoption. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There was no street naming policy in town that I could find â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I did some research and couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find any reference to a record of one,â&#x20AC;? said McKernan. By consulting other municipal street naming policies as well as Canada Post, McKernan came up with a comprehensive policy that will guide the naming and numbering of streets, avenues and terraces. The reason for pushing forward a naming policy it that the town is seeing so much development and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happening faster than itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ever happened before according to McKernan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As part of the draft condition of approval a developer has to register a plan of subdivision which must have street names already assigned,â&#x20AC;? explained McKernan. Since Bellamy Farms already has a draft approval itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s likely the developer will want to register at least the first phase of their plan of subdivision pretty soon. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would expect to see them registering before the end of the year,â&#x20AC;? said McKernan. The idea of this policy was to keep it simple and open to have a ready list of potential street names at all times, eliminating names that might cause confusion with other similar sounding names, for example. Under the policy there is now a logic behind which arteries can be given the suffix of street, boulevard or height. The street numbers will also now follow a single pattern of even numbers on the north and west side of a street and odd numbers assigned to the south and east sides of streets. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The policy purpose was to provide council with a formalized process to assigning street names and municipal addressing for new developments and changes to existing

properties,â&#x20AC;? wrote McKernan in her report. The first item in the policy states that as a general rule a street name, once assigned, should not be changed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Renaming should only be considered in the event there is a duplication of a name within the town limits or if renaming the street would be in the public interest,â&#x20AC;? said McKernan in her report. An example of that would be a business wanting to rename a road after itself, Hershey, for example. In fact the new policy discourages re-naming streets althogether and particularly after corporations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not recommended to name streets after corporations because of the ebb and flow of economic fortunes,â&#x20AC;? said McKernan. Under the new policy, the naming of public and private streets would be the responsibility of town council, while the planning department would be responsible for processing street name requests for councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s consideration. Only approved street names could be used in town and that list would be maintained by the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s planning department. Right now, McKernan has compiled a list of names of war veterans. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had an ad in the paper asking for submissions but we only got one call suggesting Jack Rabb, and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s already on the list,â&#x20AC;? said McKernan. The next road to most likely require a name in the near future will be the main collector road into the Bellamy Farms subdivision and at the March 10 Committee of the Whole Coun. Chris Cummings suggested it should be named in honour of current mayor Dennis Staples, who has had such an impact on the community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I second that suggestion,â&#x20AC;? said Coun. Ken Graham. The mayor though graciously declining the honor for now, was clearly uncomfortable with having the suggestion sprung on him. Meanwhile on Monday March 17 council passed a by law to adopt the street naming policy.

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News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Council met for their regular meeting of council on Monday, March 17 in council chambers at the Town Hall. As usual the meeting started with announcements by mayor Dennis Staples. Earth Hour 2014 During earth hour residents and businesses are encouraged to turn off their lights between 8:30 and 9:30 p.m. on Saturday March 29 in a show of commitment to the planet. Mayor Staples encourages all Smiths Falls residents to observe the gesture and take a moment for introspection. Brittany Henderson It runs in the family it seems as Brittany Henderson came to the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attention recently for her professional Golf debut success this past summer. It seems big sister Brittany Henderson, won her first professional bout of golf with Brooke acting as her caddy. Town deficit falls The townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2013 budget deficit which had been estimated at about $120,000 has dropped to $89,895 following the town audit. Hospital Strategic plan The Smith Falls and Perth District hospital has just completed a strategic plan for 2014-2017 period to replace the 2010-2013 plan. The plan will be posted on the hospital website under the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aboutâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; menu and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Corporate Information.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Also of note the hospital has gone smoke free as of March 1 and that applies to all hospital property including parking lots. At the end of the mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s announce-

ment the meeting continued with each councillor reporting on the highlights of their past two weeks activity. Shawn Pankow Coun. Pankow reported on the DBAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new slate of officers and office move. The new president of the DBA is Tracey Pankow. The Healthy Living Festival is coming along very nicely with plans to expand the offerings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Plans are underway to deliver a bigger and better event this year so check the website at healthysmithsfalls.ca.,â&#x20AC;? said Pankow. Pankow also attended the Smiths Falls Centre for Youth AGM on March 11. The youth centre is applying for grants to hire youth over the summer and there was some discussion of a boy and girls club. One issue that is not becoming more urgent is the question of a home for the centre. The building they are currently occupying has experienced three floods, the latest of which was just last week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They have now passed a motion to pursue opportunities to move and to sell the current location,â&#x20AC;? said Pankow. Ken Graham Coun. Graham gave an unusually brief report on Monday, largely revolving around the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s board meeting. According to Graham the health unit is throwing itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s support behind bill 131 the youth smoking prevention act. He also announced that March is nutrition month and the health unit is offering help with getting nutritious meals onto the table on their website. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Throughout March visit the Nutri-

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Jay Brennan Coun. Brennan also had a light report this week from the Chamber of Commerce meeting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We brought the chamber up to date with achievements here at council and introduced Kevin Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dair to the Chamber,â&#x20AC;? said Brennan. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dair, community development co-ordinator will be working closely with the Chamber on the tourism file. He also reported the good news that the police budget at final count is showing a $230,000 surplus from 2013. Dennis Staples Mayor Staples, gave the final report, adding a few details to previous reports and sharing some new items. The mayor attended an emergency plan meeting to review the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current plan and to arrange critical training for council and staff which will take place in May according to Staples. The Chamber had been asking the town for an update on itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tourism initiatives and Staples filled them in on the latest developments. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The issue of tourism and tourism development is of critical importance to the town, and Mr. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dair has already started working aggressively on that file,â&#x20AC;? said Staples. Staples told council that the town was approached by the Ottawa 67s looking to host another exhibition game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking at prospective dates this September,â&#x20AC;? said Staples. Earlier on Monday Staples reported that he had taken part in the Community Support Program delivering meals on wheels to seniors in the region. The highlight of Staplesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; report was his meeting with Premier Kathleen Wynne. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had a 30 minute meeting with the premier,â&#x20AC;? Staples told council, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The purpose of the meeting was to bring the lottery licensing rules that prevent proceeds from bingos, etc., from being donated to projects on municipal lands. I also used the opportunity to try to expedite the release of funds for the hospital

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A surprisingly large turnout made it to the Save the College Meeting that was hastily called by the Lanarck Federation of Africulture for Saturday March 15. On hand were a number of regional mayors including Ron Holman, mayor of Rideau Lakes, Doug Struthers Mayor of Merrickville-Wolford, Richard Kidd, Reeve of Beckwith Township, among others. Shown here, MPP Steve Clark addresses the crowd at the opening of the meeting. Seated from left: Bill Smirle chairman of South Nation Conservation, and moderator, Mayor of North Grenville David Gordon, Mac Johnson, president Kemptville College Foundation and Mark Wales, president of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture.

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Region’s farmers, students, politician get together to save Kemptville College from closure in 2015 By HOWAIDA SOROUR hsorour@perfprint.ca

News – In the turbulent wake of an announcement that Kemptville College is slated to close by 2015, the Lanark Federation of Agriculture called an urgent ‘save the college meeting’ at the W.B. George centre on campus on Saturday March 15. “The purpose of this meeting is to update and share information, to ask questions and to talk about how we can move forward, plan for the future and see if we can have this decision reversed,” Bill Smirle, chairman of South Nation Conservation, acting as moderator told the some 350 attendees. Among those in the audience were numerous area mayors, reeves, and MPPs including Dave Gordon, mayor of North Grenville, Ron Holman, mayor of Rideau Lakes, Richard Kidd Reeve of Beckwith, among others along with MPP Steve Clark. “The number of mayors, wardens and MPPs that have come out today warms my heart,” said Gordon, “we’re here to look at opportunities, we want a solution, we don’t want to be just blown off as has happened so many times before,” he continued. The meeting proceeded with a few words from the organizers including Mark Wales, president

of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture. “The college has had a long history here, I’d like to see it have a long history into the future,” said Wales, a graduate of Kemptville College. “Agriculture is getting more and more technical, more complicated, farmers need lifelong learning opportunities. I want to make sure this college is still going long after I’m gone.” The number of attendees was a testament to how hard the closure has hit farm families in the region, in part because it closes the door to area students who cannot afford to move across the province when they are still needed to work weekends on family farms – largely though the College is a symbol of farming in the region. Although it had been hoped there would be a University of Guelph presence at the meeting it was Mac Johnson, president of the Kemptville College Foundation, who stepped into that role. “Guelph has had charge of this campus for 17 years, but never developed a vision for this and other regional campuses,” said Johnson. “The future will depend on what we do, and how we come up with a vision for this campus. There are obvious ends to pursue, and we need to start exploring them quickly but we need a coali-

tion to work together.” At that point the meeting was opened to the floor and members of the audience were invited to say a few words, share ideas and indicate their interested in volunteering for a work committee to look at options, opportunities and means of keeping the campus open and ensuring enrollment for September 2014. Although a few of the MPPs chose to make partisan remarks attaching the current government, one former educator pointed out that partisan rhetoric was not going to help bring about a solution. “It was the Mike Harris conservatives who sold this campus to the mercies of the University of Guelph,” pointed out Drew Harrison a former educator at the college. “So any discussion about the future has to be positive and apolitical. Lets look at Kemptville College as a community irrespective of our political stripe.” Several area farmers, educators and local agri-business owners got up and spoke about opportunities for the campus each volunteering to serve on any board that worked towards a solution. Some suggestions included, developing the campus as a hub for training the next generation and offering upgrading to current generations of farmers; of devel-

oping the campus as a centre for green technologies and organic farming; of expandin the trades offered; generating revenue by introducing value added services or products. By the end of the meeting, a number of names had been collected and Gordon indicated there would be a closed meeting to decide who would serve on the board later in the day. In the meantime Clarke said he would continue to work with the government to find an immediate if temporary solution. “We can’t wait even another week to have a moratorium on the closure of this campus, but I remain very optimistic that the premier is going to intervene,” said Clark after the meeting. The idea according to Clarke is to secure a two-year moratorium to give the committee of volunteers breathing room to explore ways to save the college and come up with a viable plan to keep the college operational and within the community. “Handing this college to the University of Guelph was a bad experiment so the opportunity now is how to make it better, clearly it’s going to take a serious business plan and getting the equine program back – goodbye Guelph!” said Wales.

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2014 BUDGET PUBLIC MEETING The Council of the Corporation of the Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley will be hosting two public meetings regarding the 2014 Budget. The purpose of the meeting is to provide financial information to the residents and ratepayers of the Township and to hear comments and suggestions to assist in future financial planning. Everyone is welcome to attend one or both of the following planned meetings:

March 20, 2014 Toledo Legion, 320 County Road 28 March 27, 2014 Elizabethtown-Kitley Public Library, 4103 County Road 29 Both meetings are scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m. If you are unable to attend the meeting, we would be pleased to forward the Township presentation to you and to receive your comments and suggestions following the meetings. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the undersigned. Melanie Kirkby, Director of Finance 613-275-2277 Yvonne L. Robert, CMO Administrator-Clerk 613-345-7480 mail@elizabethtown-kitley.on.ca 6544 New Dublin Road R.R.#2 Addison, Ontario K0E 1A0

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Once the introductions were completed, attendees were invited to take the microphone and share their ideas for saving the college and sign up for a committee that will work on a business plan to save the college from closure. In the meantime, Leeds-Grenville MPP Steve Clark promised to keep talking to the current government in an effort to secure a two year moratorium on the closure to give the comittee some breathing room.

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Looking Back 100 YEARS AGO – MARCH 19, 1914 A Century of Peace – to be commemorated in 1915, Smiths Falls Selected as one of the Canadian Centres for a Celebration, Preliminary Meeting last night An event of universal interest – a century of unbroken peace between Great Britain and the United States – is to be commemorated next year in a manner that will attract the attention of the world. The countries chiefly interested are Canada and the United States, and in each there are to be fitting celebrations under the direction of the Peace Centenary Association. Smiths Falls has been selected as one of the places in Canada for a celebration and last night a meeting was held to begin the work of preparing for it. Mr. Scammell, the organizing secretary of the association was here to address the meeting and to suggest the mode of procedure. Mayor Marsh spoke briefly of the object of the meeting and introduced Mr. Scammell. 50 YEARS AGO – MARCH 19, 1964 One of Great War Air Aces is now buried at Almonte – Enjoyed Adventurous Life One of the most travelled of Canada’s First World War fighter pilots was Daniel Murry Bayne Galbraith. It was a long way from the Ottawa Valley to the Adriatic, but Murry Galbraith made the trip and back again. In between; he crowded into his short life adventures, enough to satisfy a dozen men. He was born at Carlton Place on 27 April, 1895, the only son of Mr. and Mrs. R.A. Galbraith. He was educated there, and then decided that he wanted to be a civil engineer. The college he chose was St. Andrew’s in Toronto, and he was studying there when the Old World exploded into war. 25 YEARS AGO – MARCH 22, 1989 Town water not hazardous Don’t drink the water. That’s the message Smiths Falls residents were giving each other Monday as the town water supply took a turn for the worse. Mayor Lawrence Lee, concillors and the water commission received hundreds of calls Monday after residents noticed a bitter taste and a yellow tinge to their water over the past three days. Town water was tested in Kingston on Monday. Mayor Lawrence told council Monday night in his opening announcements “and no it won’t harm your health,” he said. The mayor said the level of the Rideau is down so area swamps and creeks are being drained to provide water to the town. 10 YEARS AGO – MARCH 24, 2004 While there remain some outstanding issues to be resolved, Smiths Falls has given the Upper Canada District School Board the green light to pour the foundation for the long-awaited new high school. With school board officials and local trustees looking on at Monday’s committee of the whole meeting, council debated whether to hold off on the approval until staff members could iron out a resolution to a number of concerns raised by the town’s police, fire, corporate services and community services departments. In the end, however, councillors sided with a recommendation from utility/ environmental services director Dave Hartwell. His suggestion, to give the UCDSB a partial building permit, would allow for the foundation to be laid. Compiled by LEANNE JARRETT

Remember When Pictured here, the tower construction of Saint John Anglican Church, located on George Street in the winter of 1962. The original building was constructed in 1849 with additions and other structural changes taking place in the ensuing years to accommodate the church’s growing congregation. Photo

courtesy of the Heritage House Museum’s image collection. For details or to attain a copy please call 613-283-6311. If you have an old photograph to share, please email it to ljweir@ metroland.com or by mail it to PO Box 158, 65 Lorne St., Smiths Falls, K7A 4T1.

What our heroes and inspiration say about us Opinion – The Olympics are over, and I mean both the Olympics and the Paralympics. And that’s where my beef starts. Why are there two separate Olympics? Why do we divide our athletes into two camps? More to the point why do we celebrate one more than the other? The answer that comes to me as I struggle for understanding is not a pretty one. Aside from the money trail, I think we celebrate our able bodied athletes more loudly because they represent the majority of us, while Paralympians and the disabled in our midst are a minority, and in our society we ignore our minorities. (We had to legislate accessibility!) Or is it even more insidious – a leftover from our less than attractive ancient selves who looked upon the disabled as embarrassing or worse still as a burden – I hope not. But the ugly truth is that a separate event for disabled athletes does smack of segregation. Surely we should be looking to Paralympians as our heroes, our inspiration. Take Josh Dueck – a former freestyle skiing coach, he broke his back when he overshot a demonstration jump – most people would have given up. Yet, last week Dueck won a gold and a silver medal in alpine sit skiing. Think about that for a minute – sit skiing. Our strongest muscles are in our legs, but Dueck has developed his core

HOWAIDA SOROUR Heddy’s Ramble strength to compensate for the dead weight of his legs and enable himself to slalom expertly, seemingly effortlessly, down a ski hill. Wow. How many doubts did he have to overcome, how hard did he work to teach his body to find another way to get down that ski hill. How many minds were engaged on his behalf to design the equipment he would need to achieve his dream? How many times did he fall and struggle back up again? You get my drift. I’m not saying that able-bodied athletes don’t work hard, sacrifice a lot and push the limits of achievement. What I am questioning is why do we have two separate Olympics. I propose we do away with the Paralympics and welcome all athletes into one Olympics. Then and only then will we actually be fulfilling the words of the Olympic Creed: “The most important thing is not to win but to take part, just as the most important thing in life is not the triumph but

the struggle. The essential thing is not to have conquered, but to have fought well.” To my mind, it is the disabled athlete who embodies the struggle and the conquest. Isn’t that’s what we want our children to learn that it’s not the medal, it’s reaching for it. That success is not in never failing but in failing and never giving up, that whatever life throws at us, we can overcome – those are the qualities that every athlete able or disabled has in common – except that the disabled athlete has also had to overcome an additional hurdle. So why do we treat them as second best? If we truly believe that the practice of sport is a human right, and that every individual must have the opportunity to practice sports, without discrimination of any kind and in the Olympic spirit. Then wouldn’t we celebrate all athletes the same way? Or is it just about money – advertisers won’t get the exposure from the Paralymics that they get from the Olympics consequently the media doesn’t devote as much ink to the event. Which brings us back full circle to ask why we don’t celebrate Paralympians anywhere near as loudly as Olympians? Is it time to meld the two events into one? What might we learn if we did have just one all encompassing Olympics?

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Community – Public libraries are full of information from a variety of resources just waiting to be discovered – from books and DVDs to newspapers and… people? On Saturday, May 3 and Sunday, May 4 area libraries will be hosting their Human Library Project event in partnership with United Way Lanark County, where participating locals with an interesting story to tell will be available for rent, just like a regular library book. “The idea is to connect with and learn from someone you wouldn’t normally come into contact with,” said Elizabeth Goldman, the chief executive officer of the Perth and District Union Public library and organizer of the event. “This is an opportunity for people to have a conversation with someone who really has something interesting to share.” Though the concept for the Human Library Project was started in Europe a number of years ago and has also been held in Ottawa three times, this is the first time that the event will be held locally. Each of the five public libraries within Lanark County – Perth and District Union Public Library, Smith Falls Public Library, Carleton Place Library, Lanark Highlands Public Library and both branches of the Mississippi Mills Public Library (Almonte

and Pakenham) – will be participating over the weekend, during their regularly scheduled hours. “It’s great that we could get every local library on board,” Goldman said. “I think it will be great that everyone in the area will be able to participate if they wish.” Each library will be hosting a group of noteworthy locals who have some sort of story or interesting life experience to share. These “books,” as they are being referred to, might be politicians, new immigrants, former spies, master gardeners or anywhere in between. “We have some interesting people in mind,” said Goldman. “Maybe some that you would expect and some that you wouldn’t.” Each “book” will be available during the day at one of the area libraries during the project. Interested participants can then drop by their local library and check out which ever subject they would be interested in chatting with, just like they would check out a book on a regular day. There is no cost for the event. Once you’ve checked out a “book,” you have a 20 to 30-minute slot in which you can ask your subject any questions you can think of. The idea is to hear their unique story and to learn something new. While the event is geared around drop-in traffic mostly, Goldman says that some libraries may be open to making reservations if they are wanted.

“This is a really interesting concept for an event,” Goldman said. “We hope that it will be popular enough this year for us to make it an annual thing.” Since each library is responsible for co-ordinating its own subjects and hours, Goldman says it is best to contact them individually for information. A final list of “books” attending the Human Library Project will be released ahead of the event. Alternatively, anyone interested can check out the website co-ordinated by the United Way at www.humanlibrary.webs.com. “Our goal in helping to present the Human Library Project in Lanark County is in part to say thank you to the community for their support of our 2013 campaign,” noted Fraser Scantlebury, executive director of United Way Lanark County, in a press release. “The other reason is to provide a venue for community members to interact and hear the stories of people in Lanark County who are an important part of the fabric of our rural community. In essence, to start a dialogue that will hopefully lead to improved understanding of the lives of those who live amongst us – and it is all free – there is no cost associated with taking out a ‘book.’” Submittted photo “This is something we can see becoming an annual event if we Community – Hannah Thomlinson (6) enthusiastically displays her newly painted nails get enough interest from the pub- thanks to Heritage House Museum ‘Nail Art Salon’ workshop with Tammy’s Nails on Frilic,” Goldman said. “After all, ev- day, March 14 during March break programming eryone has a story to tell.” R0022531578

2014 Elections for Algonquin Negotiation Representatives

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Resident left town 1953 with fond memories of growing up in Smiths Falls By HOWAIDA SOROUR hsorour@perfprint.ca

Community – He grew up here in Smiths Falls and the experience and values he picked up in his formative years would serve him well in the world beyond the town’s borders. Maurice Egan was born in 1924, and grew up on Gladstone Avenue, although he’s been away for decades, he still has memories and nostalgic ties to the community. “My father was a conductor on the railway in Smiths Falls,” said Egan. He would go on to experience the Great Depression through the filter of childhood but remembers that by 1935 the Depression had started to ease its grip on the town. By the time he was 15-years-old, Egan had his first job at the local dance hall. “In those days people went to the dance hall every week, and I would clean up after them on the weekends,” said Egan. From dance hall custodian, Egan would go on to become the first Youth Services board director, an Ottawa city councillor and the first director of social planning for the City of Vancouver – and first such in Canada. “It was a remarkable journey, Maurice became my mentor,” said Gary Hiscox, architect and manager of the Granville Island project in British Columbia who worked closely with Egan. “He taught me how to build community – he’s a very good listener and very patient, lucid and articulate – but he’s a tough guy, he’s not naive by any means but he really know how to build community.” Perhaps growing up in a strong community as a team athlete cemented that ability. Not a particularly inspired student, Egan at 6’3” was more interested in athletics than academics while attending first St. Francis LaSalle and then SFDCI. “I was known as the top high school athlete in Lanark County,” remembers Egan who would go on to play for the Toronto Argonauts. The former football player cut a memorable and imposing figure as an adult, an attribute that would also serve him well. “He’s a great lumbering guy, but the minute I saw him I just kind of liked him. He just commanded attention and respect,” said Jimmy Prevost, retired entertainment promoter and producer about his first meeting with Egan in his role as director of Youth Services in Ottawa. At that time Prevost was a youth delinquent who had been referred to Youth Services. “I didn’t want to go, I was 17 and by the time I landed in the penal system I was all done with agencies,” said Prevost who had been through orphanages, foster care and jail, “but Maurice has this way about him, he looks you in the eye and there’s no way your going to get away with anything,” said Prevost. The upshot was that Egan got through to Prevost at some level, saw him back to school and even took him into his home for a year. “He’s a unique individual, I had been living with them for six months and they had five boys, the youngest was barely five, and he asked me to take care of his kids while they went away for a weekend – it was an incredible show of trust,” said Prevost, who has remained in contact with Egan in the intervening years. But Egan had seen more of life than most bythe time he met Prevost; whether on the railway, in the navy, on sports fields, and as a child welfare worker – he knew people. “By 1941 most of the young men who had been idling around town (Smiths Falls) had joined the military as had the older men,” recalls Egan. “There was a shortage of men, so a friend of mine John Deegan and I got hired at 17 as trainmen for CPR – we only worked part time because we were still in high school,” remembers Egan. The railway would continue to play a role in Egan’s life for the next 12 years and he

moved up from trainman to brakeman. “It was the best job, CPR paid good money and I kept my CPR card and maintained my seniority in spite of several leaves of absence,” he said. In 1944 Egan joined the Canadian Navy, but his football skills worked against him or so he thought. “Because I could play football, I couldn’t get out of Toronto because they wouldn’t post me anywhere – well I decided I hadn’t joined the navy to play football, so I joined the British Navy and was a trainee oversees as the war started to wind down,” he recalls. At the end of the war Egan went back to school earning both a Bachelors and a Masters in Social Work. “When I was doing my Masters at McGill University I would work the train from Smiths Falls to Montreal. I’d leave at 4 a.m. would arrive in time for classes and then worked the return shift from Montreal to Smiths Falls and would arrive back at 3 a.m.” said Egan. He did that trip four times a week for a little over a year, but finally had to resign from the railroad to pursue his practicum in Cornwall with Children’s Aid. “Before I resigned from the railway they offered me the position of assistant superintendent,” he recalled. Quitting the railway more or less marked the point at which Egan left Smiths Falls for good – for no other reason than his work took him away. His practicum in Cornwall became a job, and he met his wife and lifelong partner Therese Parenteau. They were married in 1954 and have six children together, five boys and a girl. In 1959 Egan became an honorary citizen of the City of Cornwall in recognition of his pioneering work in Child Welfare and Juvenile and Family Court and his work with children while a member of Cornwall’s Recreation Commission. In the same year, Egan became a whistle blower when he reported allegation of sexual abuse at St. Joseph’s Training School for Boys – the allegations were found to be true. The following year Egan was hired as the first director of the newly minted Youth Services Board (YSB). “I started working for the Youth Services Bureau in May 1960. Immediately I was mindful that the YSB was an experiment. Juvenile delinquency and youth crime had to be scaled down in Ottawa if YSB’s life was to extend beyond its first three years,” he said. In the first three years of the seven that he headed up the YSB, Egan managed to do just that and Ottawa became the first city to report a decline in youth delinquency. During those years in Ottawa he also served as city councillor for two terms. Then, in 1967, Egan saw a job opening for a director of social planning and community development in the City of Vancouver. “I thought it was right up my alley, and had often wondered why social planning wasn’t being done as part of any city planning – Vancouver was really a pioneer at that time,” said Egan, who became the first director of social planning in Vancouver. His personality and management style would make him stand out enough to be studied by would-be planners at the University of British Columbia years after he had retired. “Maurice Egan, it is argued here, also exhibited some of the qualities identified in the literature as attributes of transformational leadership. The attributes include a management style that was both ‘hands on’, allowing the director to stay in touch with important department business and decentralized, encouraging autonomy and confidence that social planners could manage the day to day operations of the department,” wrote Bernard La Rochelle in his Master’s thesis in 1996 after extensive interviews with Egan and his successors. Today, Egan is enjoying retirement in Sechelt BC with his wife of 60 years. Their

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Above: Maurice Egan and Therese with their six children - five boys and a girl in the late 50s early 60s. Inset Maurice Egan, on his 90th birthday this past February. six children are still closely in touch and were mostly on hand to celebrate Egan’s 90th birthday on Feb. 3. Over the years Egan says he thinks about Smiths Falls and whenever he travelled to Ottawa he would always take an extra day to stop in the town and look at

how it was changing. “It was a wonderful town to grow up, we had the canal for swimming or the river towards Poonamalie for playing hockey,” said Egan. “You could go everywhere by bike or walking – we used to use the library a lot –

we’d go and read the outside papers in there, it was a great resource that library. There was very little crime – there were a couple of guys that went to jail regularly but we played pool with them when they were out!”

INSPECTION Inspection of Approved 2014 – 2015 Annual Work Schedule Mazinaw-Lanark Forest The Bancroft District Office of the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has reviewed and approved the Mazinaw-Lanark Forest Inc. (MLFI) April 1, 2014 – March 31, 2015 Annual Work Schedule (AWS) for the Mazinaw-Lanark Forest. Availability The AWS will be available for public inspection at the MLFI and the MNR public website at ontario.ca/forestplans beginning March 24, 2014 and throughout the oneyear duration. ServiceOntario locations in Bancroft and Kemptville provide self-serve computers with free Internet access to government websites. Scheduled Forest Management Operations The AWS describes forest management activities such as road construction, maintenance and decommissioning, forestry aggregate pits, harvest, site preparation, tree planting and tending that are scheduled to occur during the year. Tree Planting and Fuelwood MLFI is responsible for tree planting on the Mazinaw-Lanark Forest. Please contact Matthew Mertins, Planning and Operations Forester, for information regarding tree planting job opportunities. For information on the locations and licence requirements for obtaining fuelwood for personal use, please contact the MNR Bancroft District Office. For commercial fuelwood opportunities, please contact MLFI. More Information For more information on the AWS or to arrange an appointment with MNR staff to discuss the AWS or to request an AWS operations summary map, please contact: Steve Williams, R.P.F. Ministry of Natural Resources Bancroft District Office 106 Monck Street Bancroft, ON K0L 1C0 tel: 613-332-3940 ext. 256 fax: 613-332-0608 office hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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IN MEMORIAM BASS – In loving memory of Ruth Mae Bass, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, who left us March 26, 2013. Sunshine passes, shadows fall Love’s remembrance outlasts all; And though the years be many or few, They are filled with remembrance of you. Greatly loved and missed by “Your Family”

SCOTT DOWDALL TURNS “40” I dug through the family alBUM and what did I find? Remember Canada’s Wonderland, the one-of-a-kind! Being spiteful by times, it could have turned sporty because on March 18th, you will finally be forty! But I tossed that aside and drummed up a verse. I figured the picture would only make you curse. You joined our family when I was just six, Mom and Dad thought we’d be a good mix. Little did they know I’d look dimly upon, sharing MY parents – the good life was gone. Yet the days passed by and we were destined, as sending you back was out of the question. So I labelled you Scooter and friends we became, you the little brother and big sister, my fame. We spent most of our childhood on Rogers Road, the White boys and Greenley, the stories to be told. The black eye from a golf ball and who cried more, the time you needed stitches after hitting the floor. We’ve had our differences but who doesn’t I’m told, I cherish you little brother as though you were gold. So on the 18th of March love and best wishes we send, Son, Brother, Uncle, but most of all… Best Friend. HAPPY BEERDAY, Another day, another decade Love and Laughs Always Lisa COMING MARRIAGE

COMING MARRIAGE

Mildred Adams 94TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION The family of Mildred Adams invite you to join them at an Open House to celebrate her 94th birthday on Sunday, April 6, 2014 from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. at the Bishops Mills United Church Hall. Please come and help her celebrate. Best Wishes Only please.

IN MEMORIAM BARNETT & ST. JEAN Eunice Viola Barnett, March 30, 1981. Leonard St Jean, March 2, 1987. In loving memory of a dear mother and fatherin-law. No one knows how much I miss you. No one knows the bitter pain. Life has never been the same. In my heart your memory lingers. They say the pain will slowly go away. There is hardly a day that goes by. That I do not think of both of you. Sadly and dearly missed Jim

The families of Shawna Elizabeth Joy Thomson and Jonathon Terrance Lee would like to announce their engagement. Shawna is the daughter of Lori and Allen Thomson of Orillia. Jonathon is the son of Wanita and Dan Andress and Colette and Terry Lee of Rideau Ferry. Shawna and Jonathon met at Queen’s University and have since been teaching children in Taloyoak, Nunavut for the past three years. A June wedding is planned. We wish them much love and happiness as they continue their lives together.

The Family of MAY PORUBOVIC invites you to celebrate her 85th! ❤ Saturday March 29 ❤ 1:00-4:00 pm ❤ Farrell Hall 186 Gore St. E., Perth Please Bring ❤ 1 cup of Friendship ❤ 1 pinch of laughter Mix it all together and we’ll have a sweet time!

CUBBAGE - In loving memory of a special brother, Ted, who passed away March 21, 2008. I thought of you today brother But that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday And each day before that too. I think of you in silence But often speak your name. Yet all I have are memories And a picture in a frame. Pat “Memories are golden”

IT’S A SECRET Family and friends of Carmel Watt (nee Desjardine) will be celebrating her 90th birthday on April 2, 2014 There will be an open house for all well wishers on Saturday, March 29, 2014 from 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 4901 Charlieville Road (between Cty. Rds. 26 & 21) Best Wishes Only for directions or more information please call James at 613-925-3658

HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY March 21, 2014 Lyall Grant Love from Sheila, Doug, Lisa, Matthew, Amber

March 20, 2014 Isn’t it Nifty You made it to 50 HAPPY BIRTHDAY Pat Malloy Love and Best Wishes Mom and Dad Jane and all your family BIRTH

ENGAGEMENT

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THANK YOU The family of the late Vera Trimble wish to express our thanks for the love and support during our recent loss, we were truly touched by the many acts of kindness, messages of sympathy, phone calls, food offerings and memorial donations. Thanks to Paramedics, Beckwith Firefighters, OPP, Dr. Lenny and Barker’s Funeral Home. Gerald Trimble and Family

BENNETT, Harwood (Benny) - In loving memory of a dear husband, best friend, father, grandfather and great grandfather who passed away March 20, 1997. May the winds of love blow softly and whisper for you to hear. That we still love you dearly and wish that you were here. Always loved and remembered by wife Audrey, children Arlene, Hugh and spouses, grandchildren and great grandchildren. MacPherson, Donald In memory of a precious Dad who passed away March 20, 2012. We do not need a special day to bring you to our mind. For the days we do not think of you are very hard to find. If all this world where ours to give, we would give it, yes, and more to see the face of Dad come smiling through our door. Marion & Family

Jean Saunders HAPPY 39th BIRTHDAY! (For the 41st time) March 25, 2014 Love and Best Wishes! From your family CARD OF THANKS

BIRTH

CRAIG – In loving memory of our dear Mom and Nanny, Brenda Craig (Pittman), July 27, 1956- March 18, 2012. Those special memories of you, Will always bring a smile, If only we could have you back, For just a little while. Then we could sit and talk again, Just like we used to do. You always meant so very much and always will too. The fact that you’re no longer here will always cause us pain. But you’re forever in our hearts, Until we meet again. Sarah & Tim, Chris, Bobbi-Jo, Coral and Connor

Don and Karen McNicol are pleased to announce the engagement of their son Kelly to Sarah Salvestro, daughter of Peter and Val Salvestro of Griffith, NSW, Australia. They are happily planning the wedding which will take place July 16, 2014 in Kapalua, Hawaii. Congratulations and Best Wishes

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DENOVAN – Grandparents Janet and Jack Denovan of Carleton Place and Julie and Stuart Wilson of Drayton Beauchamp, United Kingdom are proud to announce the birth of their grandson Rowan Jack Milne Denovan, born February 26 in San Francisco, USA to proud parents Kirsty and GAYDA, Nick (GFATHR) Robb Denovan. - August 15, 1936-March 19, 2008. Gone from our home but always in our hearts. Chris, Wendy, Sherry & Randy, Grandchildren & Great-Grandchildren

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THANK YOU The family of the late John Ashley would like to send out a special thanks to the doctors and nurses at the Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital and to Nancy Unsworth, Mike Bingley and staff at the Smiths Falls Nurse Practitioners – Led Clinic. Your care and compassion will not be forgotten. Many thanks to Scott Blair and staff at Blair & Son Funeral Directors for their help during this very difficult time. Thanks to Rev. Christine Lowson for her touching funeral service and the pall-bearers. To the many people who gave donations, sent flowers, cards and shared their kind memories of dad, we thank you. When we hear a good thunderstorm, it will be dad bowling, saying “Don’t forget about me”. Erin, Shawna and their families THANK YOU The family of the late Sylvia James would like to sincerely thank our many friends, relatives, neighbours and co-workers. We appreciate all the love and support that everyone has shown us through this difficult time. We are extremely grateful for all the memorial donations towards brain cancer research, the food, flowers, phone calls and cards. Special thanks to Reverend Kerr and the staff at Blair and Son Funeral Home as well as the St. Paul’s United Church for the luncheon provided after the beautiful service. Thanks to Sylvia’s brother, Jim Bell for sharing his special memories of her as well as David Harry for relating stories provided by friends and family at the funeral. Our appreciation also extends to all the medical professionals who cared for Sylvia, especially to homecare and Dr. Drummond during her final months. Finally, we would like to express our personal gratitude to all of Sylvia’s close girlfriends, especially Shirley, Ila and Barb, that always loved her and made her smile. You have shown us all what true friendship is. Our wife, mother, grandmother was an amazing woman and will be loved and missed forever and always. Love, Wayne, Cindy, Kathy, Kurtis and Justin

OUR SINCERE THANKS CARROLL The family of the late Tom Carroll would like to express sincere and heartfelt thanks to our friends, relatives, neighbours and extended families for their condolences, cards, flowers, mass offerings, visits, e-mails, on-line condolences, phone calls, charitable donations and food received during this difficult time. Special thanks to Father Virgil Amirthakumar, Father Frank Scott and Father Gerard Monaghan for presiding over the funeral mass. Our grateful thanks and deep appreciation is extended to family friend Deacon Des Adam for his kind words of Tom’s life. Many thanks to grandsons Blair, Corey, Dwight, Cody, Matthew, Brett, Trent and Tyler for being Pallbearers; granddaughters Lisa and Sarah for their words of remembrance; Kelsie, Emma and Rachel for the video tribute. The readings were read by Helen Artelle and Joseph Pinch – our special thanks to them. Thanks to John Tollman for ringing the church bell. Special thanks to Joan Yeldon for reading the closing poem, “Close the Gate”. Our very special thanks to a wonderful group of musicians and friends - Terry Kelly, Allan Stewart, Glenn Silverson, Bill McQuitty, Bruce Wilson, Ray Lowe, Leo Scissons, Clarence Bowes and Irene McCloskey who paid tribute to Tom with their lovely music before and during the funeral service. My most sincere thanks to all the kind people whom I don’t know by name that helped Tom in any way at the Clayton dance before the ambulance arrived, and to John and Muriel Henry for taking our car to Almonte. We are truly grateful to Reg and Josh Gamble of the Gamble Funeral Home and their compassionate staff for their professional services. Many thanks to the nurses and doctors at the Almonte General Hospital, for their special care given to Tom during his final days. Sincere thanks to the Irish Hills Golf and Country Club for preparing and serving the lunch at the reception. Our sincere thanks to all and God Bless. Betty Carroll and Family

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THANK YOU The family of Evon “Bus” Craig would like to express a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Penny McGregor, staff of 2nd floor and emergency at Perth and Smiths Falls Hospital, Red Cross PSW’s, nurses, Rod from Medi Gas for all their caring and kindness during his illness. Thank you to Lannin Funeral Home staff for their compassionate assistance, to the Ladies Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 95 for the lovely luncheon and to all who sent flowers and made donations. Thank you to relatives, friends and neighbors for visitation and kind words of sympathy for our loss. Sincerely the Craig Family

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Thatcher Kathleen Margaret (“Paddy”) Thatcher March 31, 1912 to March 12, 2014

On Wednesday, March 12th, 2014 Paddy passed away peacefully just before her 102nd birthday. She was being cared for at the McGarrell Long Term Care Residence in London, Ontario. Paddy was born in Montreal and lived in Ste. Anne de Bellevue on Montreal Island until 1950 when the family moved to Ottawa. She later lived and made many friends in Burritt’s Rapids, Almonte and Perth. Paddy spent many happy summers (and well into the autumn) at her log cabin cottage on Noble Bay of the Rideau River. Friends were always welcome there, and provided Paddy with some of her happiest memories. Her last residence in Perth was at Carolina Court and she kept happy memories of the friends she made there, both among the residents and the kind and caring staff. Paddy was married for 61 years to her husband, Fred, who predeceased her in 1996. She was later blessed with a second loving relationship with Colin Harris. Colin passed away in June, 2010. Paddy is survived by and will be greatly missed by her daughters Carol Miller (Peter Cray) of Willowbank Farm, Plantagenet, and Anne Robinson (Irvine) of London, Ontario. Paddy was cherished by her grandchildren Donald Robinson (Julie) of San Diego, California, and Catherine Robinson (Murray Hodgins) of Perth. Loved also by her great grandchildren Amanda Robinson, Hilary Hodgins, Matthew Robinson, and Timothy Hodgins, who all counted themselves very lucky to have a great grandmother who hiked, canoed and swam with them. Music of all kinds was an important part of Paddy’s life. From the age of two she could play a tune on the piano by ear. She continued to play the piano all her life. Family and friends loved to listen. Friends are invited to attend a memorial service and celebration of Paddy’s life on Saturday, March 22nd, 2014 at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W. in Perth. Visitation 1:00 to 3:00 P.M.; service at 3:00 P.M. followed by an informal reception. Those who wish to make a charitable donation in honour of Paddy’s memory are invited to consider the CNIB or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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VANDUSEN Gladys (Hughes) (nee Cunningham) Peacefully at Broadview Nursing Centre on Saturday, March 15, 2014 in her 87th year. Beloved wife of Claud Vandusen. Loving stepmother to Paul (Gail), David, Donald (Sandra), and Pauline (Ron). Dear Aunt to Chuck, Edwin and Milburn Burrows. Fondly remembered by many stepgrandchildren, relatives and friends. Gladys was a devoted member of Trinity United Church for many years. She loved playing piano, listening to music and travelling. Predeceased by her beloved cat Sasha. Friends may call at the Lannin Funeral Home Smiths Falls on Saturday, March 22, 2014 from 1 o’clock until time of Memorial Service in the Chapel at 2 PM. Interment will take place at Hillcrest Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations to any charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Online Condolences available at www.lannin.ca

Barr Daniel Elmer Barr Dan passed away, suddenly, while at home, on Thursday, March 13, 2014. Daniel Elmer Barr, of Lanark, at the age of 75. Dan was the cherished husband and best friend of Margaret “Peggy” Barr, for over 53 wonderful years. Much loved and respected father to: Dave (Jan), of Almonte, and Tom (Kim), of Lanark. Treasured grandfather to Laura, Alyssa, Devin, Morgan, Madison, and Brett. He was predeceased by his parents; Maxwell and Jean Barr (nee` Craig), as well as his precious son, Laurie, in 1974. Dan was also predeceased by his siblings: Craig, Harris, Leonard, Graydon, Ronald, Dewey, Peter, Jack, Donnie, Dorothy, Lulu, and Ruth. Dan will be sadly missed by Glen, his only remaining sibling. A well-known craftsman and carpenter in Lanark County, for over 55 years, Dan will be sadly and deeply missed by the scores of people that knew him, especially his hunting buddies. Dan loved to hunt and cut firewood in his spare time, but he was always felt that his family came first, and reserved precious time to be with his wife, children and grandchildren. Sadie, Dan’s beautiful black Labrador Retriever, will surely miss her master. Friends and relatives were invited to share their many memories of Dan, on Monday, March 17, from 2-4 p.m. and again from 6-8 p.m., at the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, 15 Victoria Street, Perth. A service to celebrate Dan’s life was held at St. Andrews United Church, Lanark, on Tuesday, March 18, at 11:00 a.m., with the Rev. Shelley Roberts, officiating. Thence to interment at Hopetown Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Ottawa Heart Institute. Mr. Barr’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth 613-267-3082

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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HOLMES EDWARD “Eddie” THOMAS Surrounded by love, peacefully at Almonte Country Haven on Wednesday evening, March 12, 2014. Edward “Eddie” Holmes age 91 years. Dearly beloved husband of the late Marion Carroll (Charlebois). Dearly loved stepfather of the Charlebois family — Jack (Nancy), Robert, Brian, Lawrence and Naomi Redner. Dear brother of Ambrose (Judy) Holmes. Predeceased by his stepsons, Leo, Bill and Terry and his brothers, Erin, Bernard, Emmanuel, Lawrence, Arnold, Fred, Sylvanus and Dillon. Also survived by several grandchildren and his sister-in-law, Dona Holmes. Friends were received at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON. 613-256-3313 for visiting on Saturday, March 15 from 10 am to 11:30 am, thence to St. Michael’s Church, Corkery to Celebrate Mass of Christian Burial at 12 noon. Spring interment, St. Michael’s Parish Cemetery. Sincere thank-you to all the staff at Almonte Country Haven for their loving care. For those who may want to honour Eddie with a memorial gift, please consider The Resident’s Memorial Fund of Almonte Country Haven or St. Michael’s Parish Cemetery Fund. Condolences & tributes: www.crgamble.com

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DEATH NOTICE

BODIAM Donald Howard February 9th 1925- March 14th 2014 It is with a sense of sadness that the family of Don Bodiam announce his passing, on March 14, 2014 at Raglan Village, Collingwood in his 90th year. Don of Toronto, Smiths Falls and Stayner, beloved husband of Helen (nee Campbell) for 67 years. Dear father of Bruce, Brian (Lorene) and Kevin (Melinda). He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Taeya (Robert), Blake, Ryan (Melissa), Justin, Shawn and great grandchild Daniel. Predeceased by his parents Albert and Edna. Don was very active with the West Toronto Optomist Club, where he made many close friends. Formerly, with CP Rail for 42 wonderful years. Served in the Royal Canadian Navy aboard the HMS Rosthern during WWII. The Family would like to extend their sincere thanks to the staff of the Raglan Village for their exceptional care, loving support and warm compassion. Friends were received at the Carruthers & Davidson Funeral Home - Stayner Chapel (7313 Highway 26, Stayner) on Monday March 17, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service was held at the Brethren in Christ Church, 1152 Sixth Line North, Clearview Township (North of County Road 91) on Tuesday March 18, 2014 at 11 a.m. Spring interment in Stayner Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, remembrances to the Salvation Army would be appreciated by Don’s family. For more information and to sign the Book of Memories, log on to www. carruthersdavidson.com

Moss Irene Lillian (Greenwall) Moss

NEILSON JEANETTE M. M. “Jean” Peacefully in Fairview Manor, Almonte on Saturday morning, March 15, 2014. Jean Neilson (Nee: Struthers) of Almonte, age 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Wilfred Neilson (1995). Daughter of the late Robert Struthers and his wife the late Eliza Millar. Predeceased by her brothers; Alden & Millar. Dear sister-in-law to Edith (Neilson), Alice (Melanson), Marion and Bert Timmins. Predeceased by brothersin-law Lorne Neilson & Wilmer Melanson. Much loved aunt to Rick Neilson (Sue), David Neilson, Mike Neilson, and Lauren Detheridge (Mike), Linda Linklater (Duane) and Barry Melanson (Beth), Tim Timmins (Gina), Shelley McPhail (Harold) and Darby Timmins (Angie). Also remembered by many great nieces and nephews. Friends were received at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL Inc. 127 Church Street, Almonte, Ont. 613-256-3313 for visiting on Monday, March 17 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm and where a complete Service including committal was held in the Gamble Chapel on Tuesday at 1 pm. Spring interment, Auld Kirk Cemetery, Almonte. For those who may want to honour Jean with a memorial gift, please consider the Retired Teachers of Ontario Charitable Foundation or District 7A Senior Games Association or a Charity of choice. Condolences & tributes: www.crgamble.com

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DEATH NOTICE

In hospital, Perth, on Tuesday, February 4th, 2014 surrounded by the love of her family. She was predeceased by her parents Lillian (Johnson) and Edward Greenwall. Irene was the beloved wife of John Moss. She was the dearly loved mother to Steve (Connie) of LaCombe, Alberta, Greg of Stettlar, Alberta, Len of Powell River B.C. and Tamie of Brockville. She will be missed by her brothers Don (Karen) Greenwall of New Norway, Alberta and Dennis (Carole) Greenwall of Wetaskiwin, Alberta and sister Brenda (Darcy) Kirschenman of Coronation, Alberta and sisters-in-law Cheryl Moss and Darlene (Doug Webber) Moss both of Perth. Irene was the special grandma to Sheiera and cherished best friend to Linda Grenier and Dave Card. She will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and her two great-grandchildren and all her many friends. Friends are asked to gather in the Blair & Son Family Centre, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Friday March 21st, 2014 from 2:00 to 6:00 P.M. to share memories and honour Irene. Those wishing, in remembrance contributions to the Clarendon Blue Skies Music, c/o Cindy Glover, 100 Milton’s Rd, McDonald’s Corners, ON, K0G 1M0 would be appreciated. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

DEATH NOTICE

DONOVAN ESTHER M. “Buddie” (OWNER OF KING KOIN LAUNDROMAT) In hospital at Almonte on Wednesday, March 12, 2014. “Buddie” Donovan (née: Shepherd) of Almonte, age 94 years. Cherished mother of Carrol Hamilton (George) and Wayne Donovan (Carol). Loving Nan of Scott Hamilton (Reneé) and Jodi Wetzel (Todd), Warren Donovan (Nina), and Laura Auglay (Vik). Cherished great Nan to Tye, Taylor, Jonas, Jakob, Jordan, Shaila, Jayanika, Arya, Rily and Kally as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by 2 sisters; Winnifred Stille and Muriel Allen and by 2 brothers; Gordon and Jackie Shepherd. Friends may call at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON. 613-256-3313 for visiting on Saturday, March 22 from 1 pm until time of Service in the Gamble Chapel at 3 pm. Private family spring interment. “Buddie’s” family want to say a very special “thank-you” to all the nurses and doctors at Almonte General Hospital for their kindness and professional care of mother during her ﬁnal days. For those who may want to honour “Buddie” with a memorial gift, please consider the Almonte General Hospital. Condolences & tributes: www.crgamble.com

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DEATH NOTICE

McGOEY Fred (October 12, 1945 – March 14, 2014) (Retired from the Municipality of North Grenville) Died at Winchester Hospital, at the age of 68, with his wife of 41 years, Margaret, by his side. Survived by brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, aunts, cousins and many friends. Started with South Gower Township as a grader operator general works crew. He was acting road superintendent at the time of amalgamation. Became lead hand with the Municipality of North Grenville at the time of the Ice Storm 1998. A willing worker with a smile and helping hand for anyone and everyone. A graveside service will be held in the spring. A Celebration of Fred’s Life will be held in our backyard at a later time. By family request, donations may be made in memory of Fred to the Winchester District Memorial Hospital or the Charity of your Choice. Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613) 989-3836.

Edwards D. Freda Edwards

Passed away peacefully at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Saturday, March 15, 2014 at the age of 78. Freda is predeceased by her parents Homer and Dorothy (née Male) Bass as well as her sister Jean Bradley. Freda is survived and will be sadly missed by her Aunts Joyce Simpson, Ella Sheil, her numerous cousins, extended family and friends. Cremation has taken place, with a graveside memorial service taking place at the Newboyne Cemetery on Saturday, May 10, 2014 at 2 p.m. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to LAWS or the charity of your choice.

GARDINER Wesley Douglas

(May 24, 1925 - March 15, 2014) Peacefully at the Almonte General Hospital, on Saturday March 15, 2014, with her family by her side at the age of 88. Loving wife of Arnold for 68 years. Dear mother of Nancy (Keith Giffin), John (Karen) and Dianne (Eldon MacCuspic). Proud grandmother of Kevin (Carolyn), Nadine (Tom), Rae Ann (Brent), Gregory (Carroll), Charmaine and Logan. Great-grandmother of Nash, Suzanna and Reid. Friends were received by the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place on Tuesday March 18, 2014 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service was held in the Chapel Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Interment later in the spring at United Cemetery. For those who wish, a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Arthritis Society would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com

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MASON JAMES ALLEN Suddenly at his home, Almonte on his 85th birthday, Saturday morning, March 15, 2014. Allen Mason of Almonte. Beloved son of the late Fred & Mabel Mason. Close personal friends to Alex and Marilyn Pasche and Ed andd Diane Bertrand. Friends were received at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL Inc. 127 Church Street, Almonte, Ont. 613-256-3313 for visiting on Wednesday, March 19 from 10 am until time of a complete Service in the Gamble Chapel at 11:30 am. Spring interment, United Cemeteries, Carleton Place, Ont. Condolences & tributes: www.crgamble.com

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NAUER Walter Hans Peacefully on March 15, 2014 Walter Hans Nauer passed away at the Kingston General Hospital at the age of 69, after a 13 year battle with CIPD and a 6 month battle with Leukemia. Walter is predeceased by his parents Fritz and Adelheid Nauer (Gnils). He is survived by his brother Peter Nauer, sister-inlaw Jutta Nauer, his daughters Taranee Nauer-Statham (Chris) and Kristina Nauer-Statham (Andrew Kempson), and his life long friend Sue Graczol. Walter was a proud grandpa to Elle, Maximallan and Keri Orchard and Savannah Kempson and proud papa to Joseph and Lydia Kendrick and Madison and Hannah Graczol. We would like to give special thanks to the nurses, doctors and staff at the KGH and St. Mary’s on the Lake for the wonderful care Walter received, and to Bayshore nurses and PSW’s who cared for Walter over the past 13 years. A Celebration of Life will take place at the RCAF Hall on Abbott Street on March 23, 2014, 1:00-4:00 pm. Everyone welcome that knew Walter.

IN MEMORIAM

MOORE, Earl March 17, 2010 In loving memory of a husband, father and #1 “Pa”. Nothing can ever take away The love a heart holds dear. Fond memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps him near. Lovingly remembered by Lois and Family

JORDAN, Andrew – In loving memory of a dear Grandson who passed away March 20, 2001 As time goes by without you And the days turn into years They hold a million memories And a thousand silent tears. To us you were so special What more is there to say Except to wish with all our hearts That you were here today. Lovingly remembered Grandpa and Grandma Jordan

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Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

Brunton, Eunice Pauline (nee Shail)

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Peacefully at home on Monday, March 17, 2014 in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Jane. Loving father to Tammy, Tracy, Rebecca (Crawford Beatson), Douglas (Mindy Craig). Dear grandfather to Reid Douglas. Fondly remembered by his siblings Carrie Good, Doreen Embury, and Delbert Gardiner. Predeceased by his parents Edwin and Jenny Gardiner, his sisters Ethel Young, Phyllis Gardiner, Lorraine Mudd, and infant Hazel Gardiner. Also predeceased by his brother Reid Gardiner. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Friends may call at the Lannin Funeral Home Smiths Falls on Thursday, March 20, 2014 from 6-8 PM then again on Friday, March 21, 2014 from 1 PM until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 2 o’clock. Spring interment to follow at Merrickville Union Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Ottawa Heart Institute would be greatly appreciated by the family. Online Condolences available at www.lannin.ca

Ward Heather Norma Ward

1919 - 2014 The friends of Heather Ward are saddened to announce her passing on Sunday, March 16, 2014 at the age of 94 years. She went quietly in her sleep at Perth Community Care Centre. Heather is survived by an extended family in England and Scotland and will be sadly missed by her friends. She was predeceased by her husband Francis G. “Frank” Ward. Heather was a veteran of WWII serving in the Royal British Navy. A private celebration of Heather’s life will be held at a later date. She will be interred in St. Columbkill Cemetery, McDonald’s Corners beside her husband Frank. Those wishing are asked to consider a memorial donation to the Lanark Animal Welfare Society. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

MOORE Arvilla Formerly of Bridge Street, Carleton Place Peacefully passed away at her home, Fairview Manor, Almonte, Ontario on Friday, March 14, 2014 in her 89th year with a dear friend at her side. Beloved daughter of the late Calvin and Arvilla (Keays) Moore. Special thanks to all the staff at Fairview Manor for the friendship, care and support given to Arvilla. Friends may call at the Carleton Place Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 61 Lake Avenue West, Carleton Place on Thursday, March 20, 2014 from 1 pm until time of service in the Chapel at 2 p.m. Spring interment United Cemeteries, Carleton Place. For those who wish, please consider a donation to Fairview Manor in Arvilla’s memory. Condolences, tributes or donations may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com

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FITCHELL John Benson Peacefully at Kingston General Hospital on Thursday March 13, 2014 in his 88th year. Loving father of Dianne (Bill) Park and Darlene (Bill) Linton. Dear grandfather of Chris (Courtney), Kelly, Shannon (Chad), Patty (Chris), Kirk (Sarah), Natasha (Adam), Danielle (Jason) and Katlyn (Andrew). Cherished great-grandfather of Jessica, Jeremy, Kincaid, Kierstyn, Alicia, Austin and Felix. Also survived by his brother Wendell (Sheila) Fitchell. Predeceased by his wife Velma Fitchell, his parents John and Victoria Fitchell, and his siblings June, Loretta, Louise, Mary, Jimmy and Peter. Lovingly remembered by the late Peggy Jewel. Sadly missed and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Friends were invited to visit with the family at Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Sunday March 16, 2014 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. A Funeral Service was held in the Chapel on Monday March 17, 2014 at 11 o’clock. Interment followed at Hillcrest Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

DILLABOUGH, Doug In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who passed away March 23, 2010. There will always be a heartache And many silent tears But always the precious memories Of the days when you were here. We hold you close within our hearts, And there you will remain To walk with us through our lives Until we meet again. Greatly loved and missed Wife Jean and family.

BURDEN David November 16, 1964 to March 13, 2014 Peacefully, at home, after a long battle with cancer. Dearly beloved husband of Madelaine for 23 years. Predeceased by father Les and mother Jean. Loving brother of Elizabeth. Dear nephew of Bea Sedgwick and Robert Simpson of Hamilton. Will be sadly missed by cousins Anthea, Adam, Rachael and Jamie, as well as many sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Dr. S. El-Sayed, Dr. S. Verma and Tawney of the Regional Cancer Centre. Celebration of life at the Civitan Club, Hwy. 15, Smiths Falls, Saturday, March 22, 2–4 p.m. Luncheon. Casual wear — jeans. Please donate to charity of your choice.

BARR, Graydon March 19, 1994 Hair of silver. Eyes of blue, 20 years ago we didn’t know what to do. Throughout these many years we are always thinking of you. They say there is a reason They say that time will heal, But neither time nor reason will change the way we feel. We miss you, We love you, Bruce, Dianne, Kevin, Gail, Roger, Tatiana, Kye, Christine, Travis, Mikaela, Teagan, Danya, Annie, Nora, Niamh

GUTHRIE, Grace – In loving memory of a dear Wife, Mother and Grandma who passed away March 26, 2008. Just think, our dear Grace was not here by chance, but by God’s choosing. His hand formed her and made her the person she was. He compared her to no one else she was one of a kind. She lacked nothing that His grace could not give her, He allowed her to be here at her time in history to fulfill the special place He prepared just for her. To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven. ECCLESIATSTES 3:1 We love you and miss you “Grandma Grace”, until we meet again. Your loving family, Murray, Peter & Marsha, Jane & David, Cheri & Kevin, Crystal & Trevor, Michael & Jill, Ryan and Laura, Murray & Meaghan and your beloved 13 Great Grandchildren.

ARCAND, Joe – In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who passed away March 20, 2012. They say there is a reason, They say that time will heal, But neither time nor reason, Will chance the way we feel. For no one knows the heartache, That lies behind our smiles, No one knows how many times, We have broken down and cried. We want to tell you something, So there won’t be any doubt, You’re so wonderful to think about, But so hard to be without. Love always Shirley and family JACKSON, Wayne (Stoney) - In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who was taken from us March 20, 1993. We once had something special, That money couldn’t buy, We had a very special man, Who had to say good-bye. You suffered much in silence, Your spirits did not bend, You faced your pain with courage, Until the very end. Our memories and photos, Are all we have to touch, Of a very special husband and father Whom we love and miss so much. And when we feel so lonely, And tears will fill our eyes, We think of you at peace, And know we shouldn’t cry, So we try to hide our heartaches, As you would want us to, And when we cry our tears alone, Nobody hears buy you. Forever loved and Sadly missed Wife Eva and Your Loving Family

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Just inside the main entrance of the C.R. Gamble Funeral Home is a book of remembrance. Each day we turn a page in the book. The names of those we have served are inscribed on that date along with the year in which they passed away. It is our way of honouring and remembering a life that was lived. It is also our way of saying “thank you” to the many families who have shown conﬁdence in us since we came to Almonte in 1973. As of July 1, 2014, our “We Remember” publication will only run in

The Millstone on-line newspaper. The Millstone covers Mississippi Mills and aligns well with the community our funeral home serves. Both my Dad and I have some ideas as to how we would like to move forward in honouring your loved ones. We hope to have these ideas come to fruition within the next couple of years. Should you have any questions, concerns or thoughts about our decision, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly by telephone, e-mail, or in person. “We Remember”

MARCH 20th 1970 – Tosh, Pearl E. 1985 – McNaughton, Yvonne Marie 1987 – Fraser, Samuel David Roy 1995 – Naismith, Bruce Carswell 2003 – Peard, Violet Isabelle MARCH 21st 1972 – Kenny, Edith 1972 – Bhe, Rev. Robert D. 2001 – Anderson, Mabel Jean 2001 – Harris, Alfred Neale 2006 – Cole, Brent Frank 2009 – Lalonde, Stewart Wilson MARCH 22nd 1980 – Waddell, Lillian Isabel 1990 – Jones, Doris Margaret 1999 – Scott, Robert Armstrong (Bob) 2002 – Rath, John Elmer

MARCH 23rd 1980 – Kelly, Mary Ann MARCH 24th 1984 – James, Candace Elizabeth Marie 1986 – MacFarlane, David George 1989 – Guay, Lawrence James (Larry) 1995 – Drummond, David Stewart 2004 – Houston, Jean Elizabeth (Betty) 2008 – Risch, Theodore Werner “Ted” 2012 – Ladouceur, Alma Mae MARCH 25th 1975 – Goudie, Janet Dunlop 1983 – Kennedy, Dorothy Marion MARCH 26th 2006 – Langtot, Sheryl Therese 2011 – Duncan, Helen Forsythe

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Smiths Falls. 1 bedroom apartment, ground floor, large living room with gas fireplace, kitchen, fridge, stove, microwave, lots of cupboards, 3 pc bath with shower in tub. Heat and hydro all inclusive. Parking for one car. Available May 1. Centrally located. No pets. No smoking. Call Graham for appointment 613-283-0865. Smiths Falls- 1+ bedroom, appliances, cable included. Close to downtown/hospital, $705 plus electric. Parking (one car), freshly painted. Can furnish. 613-812-2400. Smiths Falls, 2 Bedroom apt available, parking, heat & central air included. Quiet neighborhood, no pets, $800/mnth + first & last months rent. call 613-267-9502 or 613-283-7978.

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Smiths Falls, 3 bedroom apartment, 2nd floor, nice- Overeaters Anonymous ly decorated. Stove, fridge, 613-264-5158 washer, dryer, parking, water, heat included. $785 LEGAL monthly plus hydro. First and last required. Available CRIMINAL RECORD? Perth, available May 1. 2 May 1. 613-283-0746. Don’t let your past limit bedroom apartment, with balcony. Heat and water Smiths Falls. Available your career plans! included. No dogs. Seniors immediately. Room for Since 1989 Confidential, welcome. 5 Rogers Rd. rent, downtown, includes Fast Affordable - A+ BBB heat and hydro. Rating EMPLOYMENT & 613-267-4189. $400/month. Call TRAVEL FREEDOM Call for FREE INFO BOOKPerth- Gore St (above 613-283-7000. LET 1-8-NOW-PARDON Home Furniture). Huge 2 (1-866-972-7366) bedroom apartment. 10’ ceilings. $775/month plus Smiths Falls- Carss- w w w . R e m o v e Yo u r R e hydro. Available April 1. ridge Apartment, 1 bed- cord.com room, $935/month, 613-894-5210. available immediately. LOST & FOUND Perth- large 1 bedroom Heat, hydro, cable inapt. Quiet location. Park- cluded. Please call 613-283-9650. FoundTrying to get in my ing included. No smoking. window in Carleton Place, No pets. Perfect for senbeautifully coloured bird. iors. $660 plus hydro. 613-257-5108. Available May 1. REAL ESTATE 613-882-8584. Lost, male tabby cat, Perth area. 613-267-6826. Perth, large, bright 2 bed2 acre building lot, 13 room apartments. Close to stores and other acres building lot, hydro, Lost: Men’s wedding band amenities. Laundry, stor- geological tested, ap- in the Perth Area. If found age locker and parking proved. East of Brockville. please call 613-284-8228. available. Ample kitchen call 613-803-2070. cabinets and closet space. HELP WANTED Private balcony. Fridge REAL ESTATE and stove provided. Please HELP WANTED!!! call 613-264-0002. SERVICES $28.00/HOUR. Undercover Shoppers Needed To Perth- New senior luxury Modular Judge rental apt. unit “55 years Butterworth and over”. Available May 1. Homes. Your plan or ours Retail And Dining EstabUnit is 800 sq. ft. 1 bed- on your lot & foundation lishments. Genuine Opporroom, 1 media room. Brick ready to finish. Const fi- tunity. PT/FT . No available. Experience Required. If building. Central air. Pro- nancing You Can Shop - You Are pane heat. In floor heating 613-217-1862. Qualified! in bathroom. Front and Pakenham: Streamside www.MyShopperback porches. Emergency backup power. Crown 1.01 acre partly treed level Jobs.com moulding. Porcelain lot, like new, 1,300 sq ft floors, modern kitchen. spotless bungalow, separ- Paid In Advance! Make $1,100/mth. plus utilities ate 3 car garage, 2 garden $1000 a week mailing broincludes dishwasher and sheds, $166,900 MLS. chures from Home! washer and dryer. One Gerry Hudson, Kingston Helping Home workers 8x10 exterior shed includ- (613)449-1668 Sales Rep- since 2001! Genuine Oped for each rental unit. resentative Rideau Town portunity! No Experience References required. Ren- and Country Realty Ltd, Required. Start Immediwww.mailingparttals for 1 year lease pre- Brokerage (613)273-5000. ately! ners.net ferred. No pets. No smoking. Inquiries: Lyne Smiths Falls. 4 bedroom 613-267-5790 or semi-detached, 2 years HELP WANTED fisher@ripnet.com old. $209,900. Mortgage available Perth- Nice 2 bedroom financing apartment in town, 613-217-1862. $800/month plus utilities, seniors preferred. PERSONAL 613-267-5746.

Room for rent in Smiths Falls with access to the rest of the home. Quiet, clean apartment. $475/month. Looking for responsible, mature individual. Must like animals. Call 613-285-1283 Smiths Falls- Nice 2 bedroom apt. Downtown. Heat included. $650/mth. 613-283-7000.

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Indoor storage of all sizes Outdoor storage also available 613-285-5507 Smiths Falls 613-264-0213 Perth

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Dalhousie Lake Home for Youth Requires A Full Time Worker (Manager)

Part-time Creative Support Worker required for young man with autism. Evenings, alternate weekend days. Own transportation necessary. Email resume: janice_g_martin@hotmail. com

For our Smiths Falls Therapeutic Residence (males aged 12-18 years) The candidate must have knowledge and experience in the Child & Youth Worker ﬁeld, possess positive leadership qualities and strong communication skills.

Please email a resume to: tmcnaughton@telus.blackberry.net or Fax: (613) 284-8011 HELP WANTED

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FIRE CHIEF MISSISSIPPI MILLS FIRE DEPARTMENT TOWN OF MISSISSIPPI MILLS. $79,219.86 - $97,381.44 (2013 rate) The Town of Mississippi Mills is an urban and rural municipality with a population of 12,385 located in the County of Lanark. The Mississippi Mills Fire Department with a part-time Fire Prevention Officer and 56 volunteer firefighters working out of two stations and an annual budget of $918,000 is seeking a full-time Fire Chief. POSITION SUMMARY The Fire Chief is responsible for the overall management and operation of a volunteer Fire Department including fire prevention, fire suppression, emergency response, training, Fire Code enforcement, and public education/community relations. The Fire Chief provides leadership and technical expertise regarding the development and implementation of service levels, policies and long-range strategies, operating and capital budgets, and participates as a member of the senior management team. MAIN QUALIFICATIONS • Post Secondary degree/diploma in a related program, preferably in fire service administration or a closely related field and/or a combination of relevant education and experience • Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in a municipal Fire Department or other relevant experience with five (5) years experience at a supervisory or management level, or equivalent • Certification in Community Emergency Management • Thorough knowledge of fire fighting and emergency response, first aid and first response medical procedures, applicable legislative/regulatory standards, budget formulation, local government functions / responsibilities, health and safety and employee relations principles and practices • Excellent research, analysis and policy development skills • Highly developed collaborative skills, a strong sense of public service and an ability to direct, manage and control a fire services operation • Strong communication (written, oral and interpersonal), analytical, report-writing, problem solving, presentation, public relations, strategic planning, organizational, project / time management, training, leadership and supervisory skills For a detailed job descriptions the position, please check out our web site at mississippimills.ca Interested candidates are invited to submit in confidence, a resume outlining their qualifications to the undersigned no later than 12 o’clock noon on Monday, March 31, 2014. We would like to thank all who apply, but only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged. Diane Smithson, CAO Town of Mississippi Mills Phone: (613) 256-2064 ext. 225 Fax: (613) 256-4887 E-mail: dsmithson@mississippimills.ca

If you require this document or any additional documents in an alternative format, please contact our office at 613 256-2064. Should you require any special accommodations in order to apply or interview for a position with the Town of Mississippi Mills we will endeavour to make such accommodations. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection.

VILLAGE OF MERRICKVILLE-WOLFORD Treasurer (Six Month Contract)

The Village is seeking a self-starter with a positive attitude to ﬁll this six month contract position. The full ad is available on the Village website www.merrickville-wolford.ca, under “Apply/Register for” Copies of the full ad are also available at the Municipal ofﬁce at the address below Applications will be received until 4:00 p.m. Friday, March 28, 2014 and should be addressed to:

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Perth. Available immediately. 2 bedroom apartment in security building. Recently renovated. $700/month plus utilities. 613-283-7000.

Perth, small bachelor unit, centrally located, includes Alcoholics Anonymous heat, water, fridge and (613)284-2696. stove, no pets, non-smoking, $500. Call Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? 613-257-2338. There is help available for RETIREMENT APART- you in AL-ANON/Alateen. Call 613-284-6100, MENTS, ALL INCLUSIVE 272-3105, Meals, transportation, ac- 257-3138, 203-3713, 826-2566, tivities daily. Short Leases. Monthly 283-5038. Specials! Call 877-210-4130

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2 bedroom apartment in Available April 1st. 1 bed-House for rent. 3 bedPerth, $850 plus heat and room ground floor apt.rooms 2 bathrooms Counhydro, includes parking, Fridge & Stove included,try style 2 storey house, washer, dryer, fridge and parking & small yard. $400approx 1600 sq feet, locatplus electric heat and hydro.ed 30 min south of Ottastove. Call 613-302-9008. wa, large private yard, 613-267-6666. available mid May, $1,100. 2 bedroom apartment in Available immediately, plus heat and hydro, referSmiths Falls, centrally lo- very large 1 bedroom ences, 613-774-2000(daycated, heat, hydro and wa- apartment in central loca- time) 613-774-0919 ter, parking and laundry tion, Smiths Falls. New (evenings) included. $850/month. Call bathroom and appliances. Perry 613-284-4191, Wea- Very clean and bright. Kemptville- 2 bedroom gle Realty Ltd Brokerage. Parking, heat, water and upstairs apt. Available at A/C included. Non-smok- Sandy Mountain. No pets. 2 bedroom, quiet adult ing. No pets please. First, last, references reCall quired. $850/mth. includes building, Smiths Falls. $750/month. heat, hydro, fridge, stove, Hardwood, few stairs, 613-285-5593. parking. 613-989-2100. laundry, parking, storage, no dogs, non-smoking. Available older duplex, central Carleton Place, 3 Kemptville- brand new, 2 May 1. 4795 heated. bedrooms, 1 bath, family bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms 613-283-7967. room, air conditioner, contemporary condo teryard, parking, race home in desirable 2 level 3 bedroom home. $1,200/month plus 1138 6 years new in sought af- utilities. Must have refer- neighbourhood. ter neighbourhood min- ences. No pets. Non- sq.ft. many upgrades. Close to hospital, schools, utes to Perth. Great room smoking. 613-257-3759. hiking tails and shopping. with gas fireplace. Great working kitchen. Main Bachelor suite- between Condo fees, water and floor master with ensuite Perth/Carleton Place, extra parking spot are included. and walk-in closet. Main large furnished, washer, Gas and hydro extra. floor laundry/powder dryer, Feb. 1. No pets. No $1,300/mth. Call Mike 613-325-0754. room. Upper level 2 large smoking. $600/month. bedrooms and 4 piece R e f e r e n c e s . Large 3 bedroom apartbath. Partially finished 6 1 3 - 3 2 6 - 0 3 6 6 , ment on second floor in basement and cozy family 613-618-2662. Smiths Falls, parking, room. 2 car garage. heat, hydro and laundry in$1,500/mth plus utilities. Brockville St. Smiths cluded. $1,275/month. Call To view 613-264-0002. Falls, 2nd floor, 1 bed- Perry 613-284-4191 Wearoom apartment, heat in- gle Realty Ltd Brokerage. (2)2 bedroom apartments cluded, hydro extra. Very in Perth, fridge and stove clean, well maintained. Merrickville, bachelor immediately apt. Completely renovated included, 670 and $795 Available plus hydro. Call $650/mnth 613-283-1697. kitchen, bathroom. All in613-302-9008. clusive. $450/mth. InCarleton Place, 2 bed- cludes parking, water, room apartment, newly heat, hydro, stove, fridge. Almonte- 1 bedroom, 3rd last required. floor, centrally located, renovated, private en- First, now. plug-in parking, washer & trance, porch and parking. Available dryer on site, fridge, stove, Large yard. No pets. $850 613-283-0746. plus hydro. Jeff dishwasher, microwave, Perth, 1 bedroom duplex, secure building, good ref- 613-858-8092. erences a must. Carleton Place, apartment Craig St., $725/month, gas $590/month + utilities. downtown, stairs, first/last heat and water included, Available April 30. month rent, references, no large yard and screened 613-880-6937. smoking, no pets. porch. 613-267-7464. 613-867-1905. Perth, 10 Craig St. 2 bedAlmonte 1 bedroom apartment in 8 unit heritage Carleton Place. New 2 room apartment in quiet, adult building. building, available May bed bungalow townhome clean, 1st, $695 plus. Secure for rent. Close to down- Fridge, stove, parking and included. building, no pets, superin- town, 6 appliances laundry tendent position with rent $1100/mo + utilities $820/month + utilities. Available immediately. reduction available. Neat, 613-257-6207. Phone 613-283-5996. clean, diligent, reliable. 151 Reserve, Carleton Country Kinburn/Woodlawn Area bungalow, 2+1 bed-Perth- 2 bedroom apartPlace. 613-257-5711. room. 5 appliances finishedments, $700/mth, in modern, well maintained, Almonte, house for rent, basement, main floor laundry,centrally located building. 3 bedrooms, gas heat, single garage. Available MaySecurity/intercom system, $1,085/month plus garage, large lot. 1st. professionally maintained, $1,200/month plus utilities. 613-832-1557. laundry facilities. Parking utilities, no pets. Available Plus hydro. For rent Almonte/Carleton included. March 1. 613-256-3202. Place. 2-1 bedroom apt 613-298-2983. $670 plus util. rooms Almonte- Large room with$480 and $580 with pri- Perth- 2 bedroom, 1 bath house privileges. Respon-vate bathrm inc util, cable, house, inground pool, sible working male pre-commercial/retail space large yard. Available April ferred. Large yard. Small$650 plus indoor and out- 1. $1,250/month plus town. 10 minutes to Carle-door storage. utilities. Non-smoker. No pets. 613-882-8584. ton Place, 8 minutes to the613-253-7777. 417. Leave message 613-316-2113.

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Applications may also be e-mailed to cao@merrickville-wolford.ca or faxed to: (613) 269-3095 We thank all of those who apply but only the parties invited for an interview will be contacted. Information is collected in conﬁdence under the Freedom of Information Act. The Village of Merrickville-Wolford is an equal opportunity employer.

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The Department of Public Works is accepting resumes from interested and qualiďŹ ed candidates for the position of Equipment Operator (full time, permanent). A complete job description and information regarding salary are available at www.northgrenville.ca/employment.cfm. Grader experience considered an asset. Your resume and references must be submitted no later than 4:00 p.m. (local time) on Friday March 28th, 2014 to: Christa Stewart, Public Works Clerk Municipality of North Grenville 285 County Road 44, Box 130, Kemptville ON K0G 1J0 Telephone: 613-258-9569 x133 Fax: 613-258-9620 e-mail: cstewart@northgrenville.on.ca

Work consists of weekly pickup and delivery of papers from our Smiths Falls warehouse and delivered to mailboxes and specified addresses as well as multiple group boxes. Route maps and addresses will be provided within the geographic boundary of the specified route. Bids accepted until Friday, March 21, 2014 (5 p.m.) Contracts Commence Wednesday, March 26, 2014 Required documentation includes bid price, proof of insurance, proof of valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence and driving abstract. When submitting a bid remember to include reference # of route. Bid information packages available for pick up at the front desk located at 65 Lorne Street, Smiths Falls, ON. Bids addressed to: Lori Sommerdyk, Distribution Manager 80 Lorne Street, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 5J7 Email: lsommerdyk@stlemc.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 and in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act will only be used for candidate selection.

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Perth Medical Clinic is a busy primary care clinic. 7 physicians, and their nursing colleagues and staff look after a substantial patient population. Currently this clinic is recruiting a permanent Medical Office Manager/ Administrative Assistant.

Smiths Falls Distribution Centre Inserter, Casual Part Time ALL SHIFTS Functions - Lifting flyers from pallets, and placing them on a feeder to insert flyers into newspapers. - Jog and strap bundles once insertion of required flyers is completed - Load completed bundles onto pallets - Other duties may include, but are not limited to, cleaning of general work area and warehouse. - Up to 19 hours per week Requirements - Physically able to lift 5-25 lbs - Standing for extended periods of time - Continual rotation of wrist, back and shoulders - Motivated self starter - Reliable team worker - Ability to work either day or night shifts. - Fluent in English both written and verbal

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SCP/POOLCORP requires a TEMPORARY/FULL TIME experienced OFFICE ASSISTANT from mid-April through September (approximately). If you have a positive customer service attitude, outstanding telephone etiquette and enjoy working with others, this position may be ideal for you. RESPONSIBILITIES include but not limited to - Input sales orders, check stock status - Answer telephones and route to appropriate personnel - Greet clients and visitors - Perform general clerical and banking duties REQUIREMENTS -the successful candidate must have: - 1-3 yrs of clerical experience or equivalent education - Strong customer service, communication (both written and verbal), and computer skills including use of MS office programs - Ability to answer phones a large portion of the day - Ability to multi-task an asset Please submit resume to SCP Distributors Attn: Sandra Barr Sandra.barr@scppool.com 2021 Rogers Rd., Perth ON K7H 3P4

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SENIOR/INTERMEDIATE MECHANICAL ENGINEERS/TECHNOLGISTS 3D DESIGN SPECIALISTS James Ross Limited serves the North American market with the custom design and fabrication of paper machine cleaning equipment. Their recent growth has created the following openings at their Brockville location. â&#x2014;&#x2020; Mechanical Engineering Degree or Mechanical Technologist Diploma â&#x2014;&#x2020; Minimum 3 years 3D design experience â&#x2014;&#x2020; Knowledge of Pulp & Paper equipment an asset â&#x2014;&#x2020; Strong Problem Solving/Trouble Shooting/Organizational Skills â&#x2014;&#x2020; Willingness and ability to travel occasionally within North America

Looking for something new? How about a retail store in the heart of town? Buyer is free to sell any product or service. Currently selling gifts, stationery, computer accessories, faxing, copying and laminating SERVICES. Well established clientele and repeat walk-in customers. Dedicated staff in place. Stock, Displays, Cash Register, Fax Machine 1 Black and 1 Colour Photocopier Shelving, Pricing Guns and Furniture, etc. Everything included for $35,000.00. Terms can be arranged. Email only to donna23@cogeco.ca CAREER DEVELOPMENT

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Window Wipes Inc. Now hiring for various local positions. All shifts, FT/PT. Experience is an asset. Email applications to jmanley@windowwipes.net

Certified Mason. 12 years experience. Chimney repair, restoration, parging, repointing. Brick, block and stone. Small/big job specialist. Free estimates. 613-250-0290.

Clean As A Whistle, Spring House Cleaning. Looking for new clients. 613-283-9823, 613-206-0770, 613-430-0162.

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AUCTION SALE of Quality Antiques, Buggy, Beautiful Glassware, Interesting Collectibles, Royal Doulton Figurines, Contemporary Furniture and Miscellaneous Articles. In the Vernon Recreational Centre, Vernon Ont. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; turn East on Lawrence St. Â˝ mile-just off Bank St.(formerly Hwy 31) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; approx 20 miles South of Ottawa. Watch for Auction Signs. Saturday, March 29 at 10:00 AM (viewing starting at 8:30 am) We are offering an excellent selection of antiques, glassware, collectibles and household furniture from estates from the Eastern Townships to the Lanark Highlands as well as qualified and helpful staff and homemade refreshments- the total auction experience! Come and enjoy! See www.theauctionfever.com for more detailed listing. Terms of Sale- Cash or Cheque with Proper ID Auctioneers James and Hill Auction Service Ltd. Stewart James Carson Hill 613-445-3269 613-821-2946 Thinking of having an auction? Call us to book your Real Estate, Farm or Household Sale. Refreshments Available. Auctioneers not responsible for loss or accidents.

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AUCTION SALE FOR MR. MRS UWE LATOCHA OF RR 2 BROCKVILLE SAT MARCH 29, 2014 @10 AM SHARP! PREVIEW @ 9 AM TO BE HELD @ MARSHALLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AUCTION HOUSE Mr. Mrs. Latoucha are selling the property & will be offering at auction the following. Ford 2010 F150 XTR Platinum Package 4 Wheel Drive 5.4L, as new Supercrew, 5.5 ft box, 18â&#x20AC;&#x2122; chrome- clad Lariat chrome package, blue flame metallic, tonneau cover , heated mirrors, air, cruise, tow package, cd, sync, mud guards and more w/only 33,527 Km. Safetied & ready for on the road. 2009, Kawasaki Tyrex 750LE, 4X4, 1873 km â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 202 hours run time, original owner. Both selling w/ reasonable reserve. Canada trailers Mfg. trailer 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, tires 15â&#x20AC;?, used 5 times as new. Firearms: Remington 870 fully rifled Deer Slayer Express Magnum w/ separate open cylinder barrel, 12 gauge, pump action, 2 Âžâ&#x20AC;? & 3â&#x20AC;? shell. Lakefield .22 semi-automatic w/ scope. Remington 12 gauge improved cylinder 2 Âžâ&#x20AC;? & 3â&#x20AC;? shell. (P.A.L. required for non-restricted guns, conditions of sale to be announced at sale time). Collectibles, modern furniture, fine china, & much more! Auctioneers Note: Everything has been meticulously cared for, top of the line as new items, a pleasure to be able to call this sale! Truck, ATV, trailer to be sold at 12:00 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock sharp! House being sold due to health reasons. For a detailed list w/ photos go to www.lmauctions.ca Auctioneer or Owner not responsible for lost, stolen, Damaged articles, Accidents day of sale. Canteen. Terms: Cash, Debit , Visa, Mastercard Photo I.D. as is. No Buyers Premium All announcements day of sale takes precedence over all printed matter. To book your sale call:

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AUCTION SALE Rooney Feeds Limited, Iroquois Saturday, March 29 - 12:00 Noon We are offering our extra inventory of new and used items for sale by public auction. 2000 Dodge Dakota pickup - sells as is; TroyBilt 4 hp rear tine tiller; Wheelbarrow; Two steel picnic table frames; Maizex soybean seed â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 20 bags; Smale cattle chute with automatic headgate; Quantity salt blocks; Electric drills; Heated water bowls; Snow shovels; Bird feeders; Gardening supplies; Fencing supplies; Many other items. Half the sale proceeds of all winter clothing and footwear will be donated by Rooney Feeds to 4-H clubs in Dundas, Grenville and Stormont. Tough Duck parkas, lined overalls and vests; Work King overalls; Jackets; Reflective safety wear; Rainwear; Winter gloves, socks and boots. For further details, visit www.theauctionfever.com. TERMS: CASH, INTERAC, VISA and MASTERCARD Auctioneer: James Cooper 613-652-4145 Celebrating 35 Years of Auctioneering â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1979-2014 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; THE EMC - 44 - Thursday, March 20, 2014

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AUCTION SALE WWW.STREETFLEAMARKET.NET Sunday, March 23rd, 2014 Starts: Noon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Preview 10am-noon A Clean Auction including a large Assortment of Collectables and unique items from a Gananoque Estate Stainless steel auger used by Gananoque Fire Dept., Griswell dutch oven, old lamp parts, vintage fencing swords, shoe last, oil lamps, corkscrews, pump organ part, collection of cups and saucers, Royal Doulton figures â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to include Pretty Ladies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Linda, Coralie, Laurianne, Southern Belle and The Bride, orange crackle glass jug, collection of milk glass vases, vintage egg beaters by Holts, spoke shaves, brass stilliards, cast hooks and hardware, C.N.R. lock, collection of insulators, Stanley levels, sythe, 10 ft. long wooden fish pole, wooden pulleys, large two section Beach tool chest, army helmets, ice tongs, wooden washer ringer, wooden coo-coo clock, anniversary clocks, early wrought iron patio set, fumed oak washstand, Treadle sewing machine, cedar chest, kneeling bench, tea wagon, highway sign, pine washstand, sad irons, milk can with cast seat, two chests of cutlery, tin drinking cups, enamel soap dish, pine table with four captains chairs and two leaves, horse collar with mirror, Shop-Rite peanut butter pail, paper winder, brass end irons, washboards, cookbooks, Leeds & Grenville map, Gananoque milk bottle & others, Black & Vabarsdale Cornwall Crock (as is), Aladdin lamp, variety of sealers including Atlas and Ball, insulators, hay forks, scales, bottle cappers, old cast apple peeler, cast match holder, cast hinges, brass school bell, brass propeller, ships wheels, broad axe. Owner and Auctioneers not responsible for loss or accident. Terms: Cash, Authorized cheque with ID, Debit, Visa or Mastercard. Rob Street Auction Services Ltd. Auctioneers Bev and Rob Street 24 Family Lane, Lombardy, ON (corner of HWY 15 & Bay Rd.) 613-284-2000 streetfleamarket@hotmail.ca WWW.STREETFLEAMARKET.NET

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News - The regular committee-of-the-whole meeting held in council chambers on Monday, March 10 consisted of a lot of housekeeping and some new proposals from the various councilors. Delegation The executive director of the Lanark Transportation Association (LTA) Marylin Bird updated council on the organizations activities, funding and services. “We’ve been providing transportation for Lanark County and Smiths Falls since 2001,” said Bird. The organization runs several wheelchair accessible vans, and provides transportation for medical appointments, agency sponsored day programs, special senior services and some social services. The association’s ridership has grown from 6,840 in 2006, to 14,174 in 2012 with access to several funding sources. “About 67 per cent of LTA’s revenue was received through fare recovery, 11 per cent from a grant from County of Lanark, two per cent from the Town of Smiths Falls and that’s really important because without the funding from the county and the town of Smiths Falls LTA would not be able to access Gas Tax money which makes up the remainder of our funding and is earmarked for growth related, capital expenses, not operating expenses,” said Bird. The LTA travelled 500,000 km in 2012. “In 2014 we will be looking at the possibility of a fixed route transportation service within Lanark County,” Bird said. “It won’t be for work because it will only run once or twice a week.” Heritage House Museum Coun. Jay Brennan made an impassioned plea to council to seriously consider granting Heritage House Museum the $20,000 extra in funding they had asked for prior to budget deliberations. The funding was requested to allow the museum to add a second full time staff member. “The Heritage House Museum is the town’s museum and no museum anywhere operates with less than two people,” said Brennan, “This is a reasonable request.” Not all the councillors agreed with that assessment. “I have to disagree,” said Coun. Dawn Quinn. “The Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario operates with only one full time staff member.” In the end, council indicated they would consider the request and directed Kevin O’Dair, the new community development coordinator to look into the matter, and report back to council. Arts and Culture Council Space Coun. Lorraine Allen brought forward the question of

unused spaces in the Town Hall and proposed that they be opened up to board rooms that the community can use and turn them over to the Arts and Culture Council to animate the spaces with original artwork, providing new meeting spaces for community use and improving the look of the Town Hall at no extra expense. It was decided that the proposal should remain on the table until an inventory of spaces and their potential uses can be completed. Service Review The town has been working towards a service review but it’s been a while and nothing has surfaced yet. “It’s not fair to have staff do the service review, I’m looking for guidance as to what can we do so we can get the service review done. Do we need to hire an outside consultant to get us moving ahead on this,” said Quinn. As Coun. Chris Cummings pointed out the service review has not been put off but there have been a few other issues that have occupied staff time, although the review should be underway again now. “I’ve been singing the tune but we haven’t started dancing,” said Steve Fournier, acting CAO. “But it is looking positive that we can kick start this review, but it’s a big project - make no mistake,” he said. Fournier said the service review is underway and that bringing an outsider into the process now would not be advantageous. Heritage Properties of Interest Report McKernan brought forward a recommendation that council pass a resolution to establish a properties of interest registry and adopt three properties onto that list immediately. “The registry ensures that a property of interest cannot be demolished without some forethought,” explained McKernan. That’s pretty much all the registry can do for historical buildings. The three properties that are currently identified for inclusion on such a list are 16 Maple Av., 30 Chambers St. and 78 Brockvile St., and in all three cases the owner not only don’t mind, but are eager to be on the list. The registry does not affect an owner ability to make alterations or improvements to their property, nor does it give owners access to heritage funding, all it can do is delay a demolition permit. “It extends the demolition permit wait period from 10 to 60 days,” said McKernan. Under normal circumstances the town is required to issue a demolition permit within 10 days, but the registry ensures that the town can delay issuing a permit for a maimum of 60 days or until Council has had time to conider and reflect on the property in question and the application.

Digitally preserving the past, presentation Community – Join the Smiths Falls & District Historical Society and the Heritage House Museum Thursday, March 27 at 7 p.m. for a special video oral history presentation by Sarah Bennett of the North Lanark Historical Society. Local history is the essence of our communities and our country. In 2012 the North Lanark Historical Society initiated an oral history project to capture the fading memories of Mississippi Mills. Two years later, the historical society has completed more than 25 videos and has several more lined up for 2014. They have recorded information on local schools, farms, mills, military experiences, and on the Almonte Train Accident of 1942. The presentation will discuss project successes, lessons learned, tips and techniques along with a question and answer period. Please RSVP to 613-283-6311 or heritagehouse@

smithsfalls.ca by March 26. Admission to the event is $5 per person or free to members of the Smiths Falls & District Historical Society or museum members. Heritage House Museum is located at 11 Old Slys Road in Smiths Falls. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and all are welcome. The Smiths Falls & District Historical Society is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Smiths Falls and surrounding area. Have you considered becoming a member of the Smiths Falls & District Historical Society? Annual membership is only $10 per person and gives you free access to most historical society meetings, special presentations and excursions. For information on Heritage House Museum’s upcoming programming visit www.smithsfalls.ca/heritagehouse or contact the museum at 613-283-6311, heritagehouse@smithsfallls.ca or follow us on Facebook.

MPP Hillier among speakers at hydro protest News – Lanark-Frontenac-Lennox and Addington MPP Randy Hillier has announced he will be among the speakers at the local protests against ever-rising electricity rates. Grassroots protests against unaffordable electricity rates are being held at cities and towns across the province on April 4. “Years of poor energy policies like the Green Energy Act have cost this province jobs, and forced people into the difficult situation of deciding whether to pay the mortgage or heat the house,” remarked Hillier.

The Lanark County event, organized by local businessman Doug Leitch, is being held at the Carleton Place Farmers’ Market at noon on April 4. “This is an opportunity for electricity customers to pull together and demonstrate their objection to this government’s bad energy policies,” added Hillier. “We’ve got to let the Premier know that we’ve had enough.” People seeking more information on the Carleton Place protest should contact Doug Leitch at 613-913-2863 or power_up@hotmail.ca. THE EMC - SF13 - Thursday, March 20, 2014

FORM 6 CERTIFICATE OF SUBSTANTIAL PERFORMANCE OF THE CONTRACT UNDER SECTION 32 OF THE CONSTRUCTION LIEN ACT 113021 Highway #7 at Highway #41, Kaladar, Ontario Addington Highlands - Kaladar Hereby certifies that the contract for the construction of a new showroom/repair shop at 113021 Hwy #7 was substantially performed on March 10, 2014. Name of Owner: Bence Motor Sales Address for service: 113021 Hwy #7, Kaladar Name of Contractor: A.F.M. General and Mechanical Contractors Address for service: R.R.#3 Elgin, Ontario K0G 1E0 Name of payment certifier: Edward Trought for Hambly Group Address: 1104 Cedarwoods Drive, Verona, Ontario K0H 2W0 A.

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The older kids participating in March Break activities at the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario, were treated to a talk about restoring a caboose with Bill Ottney on the afternoon of March 11 after touring one of the three cabooses on the premises. Shown here from left: Liam DuSubmitted Photo berville (7), Hope Buchanan (7), Will Buchanan (7) and Among the activities on offer during March Break at the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario was bridge building with Sereniti Bertrim with Bill Ottney standing behind them straws. From left senior engineers (age 7 - 11) Ben Schacker, Sereniti Bertrim, William Buchanan are focused on their operating a slide show as he talked. task on Tuesday March 11.

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Bears earn 3-2 win over Nepean to take semi-final series in four-game sweep By LAURIE WEIR ljweir@metroland.com

Sports – It was a fairly easy sweep for the Smiths Falls Bears over the Nepean Raiders in the CCHL quarter-final series that wrapped up Sunday with a 5-2 win on the road. “We would hope to get out as soon as we can, but we were not expecting a sweep at the start of the series,” admitted Walt Dubas, Bears assistant coach. Game 4 Brett Costello got things rolling in Nepean but not until the second period as both teams held their own through a scoreless first period draw. Costello, shorthanded on the goal, was assisted by Ryan Duhaime and Cory Simic at 12:47 to break open the goose egg. That was short-lived however, as Jesse Ferras replied for Nepean with his goal from Max Robitaille just two minutesDoef, and Brandon McMartin. Zarhary Senyshyn scored the visiting Bears winning shot, when he was assisted by McMartin and Daniel Lombardi with 5:13 gone in the third period. Nepean gave it one last ditch effort with Keenan Hodgson’s final goal of the season/game, as Michael Vered and Tanner Williams tallied with assists at 13:46. Simic was the winning netminder, as he has been between the pipes on all four Bears wins. During this game, the team’s coMVP (shared with fellow goalie

period, assisted by Williams and shoulder of Ryan Mulder. Felix Page. Stars of the game were Henry That was the only goal of the and McMartin for Smiths Falls first period. and Willams for Nepean. In the second, the lead rocked back and forth within a few min- Game 2 utes of the second period, with In Nepean for Game 2 of the Taylor Henry scoring unassisted series, the Raiders hosted the at 5:12, then it was back to Ne- Bears in a 3-1 battle that ended in pean at 6:44 with a Jesse Ferras the Bears favour. goal from Christopher Smith Smiths Falls scored twice in and Williams at 6:44. Ten sec- the first period with Lesway and onds later Victor Beaulac tied the Beaulac doing the damage. Asgame again with his goal from sists were credited to Ben BeasHenry and Doef. ley, Daniel Lombardi and Simic, Michael Buonincontri gave who got his second win of the the home team the go-ahead goal series. with 7:58 gone, assisted by BranIn the second period, Chris don McMartin as the period end- MacMillan scored on a power ed with a 3-2 home town lead. play, assisted by Beaulac and It was all Smiths Falls in the Stefano Momesso for the only final period as two more goals goal of that stanza. were scored. Mitchell Herlihey was able to Lesway found the net from get past a solid Simic as Nepean Buonincontri and McMartin with had its only goal of the game at 5:30 gone. the 14:50 mark. Brandon Watt With just under a minute left and Keenan Hodgson assisted. Just 203 fans were in attenPhoto by LAURIE WEIR in the game, Doef showed the The Smiths Falls Bears earned a four-game sweep over the Nepean Raiders Sunday after- fans why he was the top rookie dance for this game. Stars of the noon in Nepean. Pictured here, the team celebrates their Game 3 win at home on Friday, prospect as he hightailed it on a game were Beaulac and Simic breakaway and fired one from March 14, by a 5-2 score. See BEARS SF18 the hash mark over the stick-side Michael Pinios), turned away 33 came from behind to post a draContact us at: of 35 shots. matic 5-2 win over he Raiders in Referees handed out only four Game 3 of the series. £ÇäÓÊ Ì Ê iÊ iV Ü Ì Ê,, Ó]Ê >À iÌ Ê* >Vi]Ê" ÊUÊ Ç ÊÎ*Ó minutes of penalties to the Bears “This was the most pivotal i iÀ> Ê µÕ À iÃ\ÊÈ£Î ÓxÇ £xÎ Ê ÀÊ£ nää xÎx {xÎÓ on two infractions, while Nepean game for us – we were up 2-0 *ÕL VÊ7 À Ã\ÊÈ£Î ÓxÇ £n£äÊ ÀÊ£ nää xÎx {xÎ{ was hit with 10 minutes on five and there’s a saying in hockey: minors in front of 413 fans in ‘You’re never in trouble until you cmoyle@twp.beckwith.on.ca attendance. Stars were Lesway lose a home game in the playoffs’ and Senyshyn for Smiths Falls, – so winning the second game and Mulder for Nepean. and going into the rink up 3-0 (in The Meeting Dates are as follows: the series) was a huge advantage Game 3 for us,” said Dubas. Monday March 24th, 2014 7:00 PM Planning Councillor Faye Campbell It was a 5-2 win in front of 854 Nepean held a 1-0 lead with Detailed agendas for meetings are available for review on the Township website at fans Friday night as the Bears Jody Sullivan’s goal in the first www.twp.beckwith.on.ca or at the Township Office 24 hours prior to the meeting

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Tasers have arrived for Lanark County OPP officers By DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@metroland.com

News – Tasers have arrived for Lanark County’s OPP detachment, and officers are in the midst of training. Staff Sgt. Tim Spence, representing Insp. Derek Needham, detachment commander for the Lanark County OPP, said that the devices “have come through. There was a quantity that was available provincially,” and was distributed throughout the province. “We have them in stock now,” he told the Lanark County association of police services boards meeting in Tay Valley Township on Wednesday, March 5. While they are awaiting holsters for the Tasers, “the officers are attending their annual training block,” which includes Taser handling and use. “Once they complete their block training,

they will be able to carry them.” The Tasers will have to be signed in and out from the station. New body armor has arrived as well for each vehicle, with trauma plates added for protection for each officer. As for training closer to home, just as students and staff at Perth and District Collegiate Institute staged a mock shooting training exercise last year, this year’s event will be held at Almonte District High School. Spence is somewhat new to the county, having arrived on Jan. 6, to replace Needham after his promotion. Something else new at the detachment that is becoming part of the flow of the station is civilian data entry, which all officers are now up to speed on. “It took some time to get people transferred over, and comfortable with it,”

said Spence, adding that, in his estimation, it “will reduce the amount of time the officers are in the office, in front of a screen and are instead out on the road and doing what they are supposed to do.” Spence was pressed on why there was a move away from shotguns, towards socalled long guns. Spence admitted that, over the past decade, there had been a “transition away from the shot gun and towards the .223 rifle. There is now movement away from the shotgun.” Part of the reason for this stemmed from a case in western Ontario, where an officer stopped a car, only to be fatally fired upon by the driver, whose gun was of a higher caliber than his shotgun. “There is a benefit to having a highpowered long-gun in the vehicle,” he said.

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Roy Orbison tribute at Gallipeau Arts - It can be truly said that one of the finest voices ever in the history of rock ‘n roll belonged to the late great Roy Orbison. No one could disagree with that statement. To see and listen to him in concert is said to have left one breathless. This is why anyone who would attempt to re-create the man and the experience would have to be tremendously gifted as well. Burlington’s Vili V is said to be one such a man. For the past 15 years, he along with his group, The Blue Angels have been amazing audiences in the U.S., Canada and Europe with his stunning tribute to Roy Orbison in a production entitled, ‘Only the Lonely.’ On Saturday, March 22 this production will be staged for one night only at the Gallipeau Centre Theatre in Smiths Falls. Showtime is 7 p.m. To re-create the sound, the look and the entire Roy Orbison experience is a very challenging proposition. It takes many things including an opera singer’s range and a four-octave voice. Tickets can obtained by calling: 613-205-1493 or you can check out the website at: www.gallipeautheatre. com or order through www.ticketpro.ca. Submitted by Lyle Dillabough

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Mary Cook, executive director of the Ontario Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists, holds a copy of a joint report entitled “Pushed Out of Hospital, Abandoned at Home,” at the Perth Civitan Club hall on Wednesday, Feb. 26, for the report’s eastern Ontario launch. (OCHU). “We asked the community to share their stories, what had happened to them, or their families, or their friends,” as a result of provincewide health cuts, said Cook. More than 600 calls were received across Ontario, of which 150 came from the Ottawa Valley (from Lanark County up to Pembroke, including Arnprior and Renfrew.) “I think that (the Ottawa Valley numbers) is rather high in terms of demographics,” she said. “We did re-

ing assessment. She was told that it would be a six-month wait. Her family decided to hire a private speech language pathologist, but the paperwork required to get a private care provider to work in a public hospital took four months to process. “Had we had services in the hospital, we would have saved money,” said Cook. Cook quoted another lady who told the survey that, “I worked in a factory all my life. I paid my taxes… (but) I am not going to have those services there for me.” She found that this was a frustrating position for stroke patients especially, who did not want to be a drain on the system but, rather, wanted to get back to health. “They are saying, ‘I may have had a stroke but I want to get back to being part of society,” said Cook. With a looming possible provincial election, Cook said she was frustrated that all three parties seemed to “have the same platform, cut more beds, cut more services… All we are talking about is cuts and saving money. I think that there can be savings within the system. There could be a different model to deliver services.” In a recent discussion about the Town of Perth’s budget, Coun. Ed McPherson, a paramedic, told council that the prevailing message from health care administrators is that any financial requests will be met with an emphatic “no,” down the line, since health care funding is so stretched. But Cook remained adamant that more money can be found for health care. “I think it is about will and priorities,” said Cook. “If you do not have health, you have nothing. We are saying just stop the cuts until we can reassess. Because the case loads are not going down, they are going up.”

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News – The leader of Ontario’s speech-language pathologists and audiologists wants to remove the private sector from home-care services. Mary Cook, executive director of the Ontario Association of SpeechLanguage Pathologists and Audiologists, based in Toronto, was at the Perth Civitan Club hall on Wednesday, Feb. 26, for the eastern Ontario launch of a joint study, “Pushed Out of Hospital, Abandoned at Home: After Twenty Years of Budget Cuts, Ontario’s Health System is Failing Patients.” During her press conference, she urged Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) to hire personal support workers (PSW), so the quality of their work could be better monitored, and to prevent instances where, according to one story contained in the report, one patient had 41 different PSWs in a short time. “We do support home care workers,” said Cook. “Sometimes people do convalesce better at home… just do not shove them out the door.” Her own 89-year-old cousin, who broke a hip, relies on a PSW for more than just medical help. “The only social interaction I may get is from my PSW,” Cook’s cousin told her. Cook also heard that, even locally, there are not enough PSWs to go around, that some of them are poorly trained, and that there is a dearth of consistent training and regulation. “There are health care workers out there and they are doing the best they can,” said Cook. The stories contained in the report were collected through a 1-800 number set up by the association and the Ontario Council of Hospital Unions

search them (the stories). We had researchers follow up. They followed up with each and every one of them. We verified all of the information.” While the 1-800 number was set up in league OCHU, it should not be confused with a separate 1-800 number set up by the OCHU in conjunction with the local branches of CUPE (Canadian Union of Public Employees) and OPSEU (Ontario Public Sector Employees Union), to take in stories and concerns raised over bed cuts at the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. The union locals were due to be combing through the received phone messages on Feb. 28. Sifting through the information, “we started to see a pattern. There seemed to be an inherent bias against the frail and elderly.” According to her numbers, this is concerning since, in eastern Ontario, “you will see a 30 per cent increase in the aging population,” higher than the provincial average. “We need to be reinvesting back into health care services,” said Cook. “Now, hearing from the public, I think that this validates it (our concerns).” The report recommends: Reopening chronic and alternative level of care beds. Funds must be reinvested in hospitals. Put funding into care, not profit. No rationing of care. Even more specifically, Cook called for better in-patient care in hospitals, adequate home care, restoring beds cut at hospitals, and better pay for PSWs. There were several stories of patients and the loved ones who care for them fighting for proper care. One elderly lady who had recently suffered a stroke needed a swallow-

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