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Lanark County welcomes its new warden. Beckwith Township Reeve Richard Kidd is voted in.

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ANGELS AMONG US Community - The Lanark County Child and Family Services and OPP Angel Whiting, angel tree coordinator; OPP Const. Dave Blair, community serTree program was a success again. Shown here Rita Purcell, president of vice officer and Emily Brady, volunteer elf, collect gifts donated by Rideau Club 55 and angel tree coordinator at South Elmsley; OPP Const. Paige Lakes and surrounding area residents on Thursday, Dec. 12.

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News - You may have passed them if you were driving along Abbott Street in front of the Community Care Access Centre (CCAC) office in Smiths Falls, bundled up against the cold and marching up and down the sidewalk with signs that read ‘Standing Up for Justice’ or ‘On Strike - Red Cross Stop Exploiting Us’.

They are all Personal Support Workers (PSWs) who could not agree to Red Cross Care Partners’ latest contract offer.

“Our contract negotiations started in April and broke down

over the summer, finally Red Cross came back with an offer in November and it was voted down,” said Bryanna Stoddard, PSW worker and strike captain for Smiths Falls and Perth.

Red Cross Care Partners is a provincially funded agency contracted by the province to provide home care free of charge to clients. The company is a private for-profit agency.

“I’m keeping an eye on this issue for sure,” said MPP Randy Hillier. “This is a private company funded by taxpayers’ money and the people who work for them are also taxpayers.”

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Community – The local community came together to support Clayton woman, Dew Rotor, who recently underwent a double lung transplant, during a fundraising concert and dance Dec. 14 at the Carleton Place Arena. Above, singer-songwriter Brea Lawrenson was one of the evening’s performers. The event raised $2,000.

Community – The Build a Mountain of Food campaign has gone from the size of Foley Mountain to Mount Everest, thanks to the generosity of the community.

Hugh Colton, organizer of the food blitz that now incorporates 11 communities, said he was floored by the donations on the final blitz weekend, but on Monday, he was still going strong picking up even more donations of food and cash for local food banks. “The community is coming through, full bore at 5,000 miles per hour on eight cylinders,� he said Monday afternoon. “I’m going to keep going until Dec. 23.�

Last weekend, the Town and Country Chrysler Caravan of food was on site in Athens and then in Delta.

At their morning site, the troops collected some $4,014.95 in cash donations and 675 pounds of food.

They received a $1,000 donation from the Lions Club, another $500 from the Athens Royal Canadian Legion, $480 from the United Church Women, $600 from the Addison United Church Women and $425 from the Toledo Legion, Colton said.

Add to that, another $1,200 in donations and the remainder

was dropped into the donation bin for the big numbers from Athens.

In Delta Saturday afternoon, Colton and company received another 630 pounds of food and $2,036 in cash donations, including a $500 donation from the Old Bastards Motorcycle Club, $70 from the Leeds and Grenville Stewardship Council (together with 100 pounds of food), and donations from the Red Knights and the Delta United Church, to name a few.

The campaign totals reached 91,582 pounds in donations by the end weekend, with cash donations hitting $35,782.18. “Then we hit the ground running this morning and all hell broke loose,� Colton said.

In a friendly competition between two retirement homes in Smiths Falls, Van Horne Manor topped the donations to the campaign with a total of 225 pounds of food collected with $1,026.96 in cash. Willowdale collected 185 pounds of food and added $964.10 in cash to that total.

Colton made his way to the Gallipeau Centre after that pickup where he obtained another 200 pounds of food and $75 in cash from their children’s Christmas event on the weekend. “Then we went out to Lombardy school where they collected 1,247 pounds of food,� Colton added. “It’s

been unbelievable.�

He still has some stops this week as the caravan will be back in Perth on Thursday for Brownlee’s Metro hamper campaign and the Royal LePage pickup. “I haven’t added what we’re doing here at the dealership,� he said. “There is another 500 pounds that has not been added into that total.�

He has also not yet heard from Advanced Alarm Systems in Smiths Falls, or from his buddies at Century 21. “I think they’re just sitting back and waiting to see what we’ve got,� he said. “Then they may help bring it over the top (100,000 pounds).�

When asked what the biggest surprise has been in this year’s food blitz, Colton says it’s the people. “I can’t believe the generosity of the people,� he said. “It’s been so overwhelming. It’s not Foley Mountain anymore, it’s Everest. Every year, they all just blow me away. I’m so proud of us as a group and I really like that we’re doing a good thing.�

Colton added that if we can take away the stigma of needing to use a food bank, the better off we will be as a society. “When a senior who can’t afford to eat, or a child who hasn’t had breakfast gets the food they need, in a non-judgmental way, then we have broken down that wall‌ that’s a good thing.â€?

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‘Beck to the Future’ as county council chooses former warden Kidd to lead Public works chairman battle as voting goes to second ballot after first ballot tie

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News – Beckwith Township Reeve Richard Kidd, who led Lanark County as warden back in 2003, is the new warden for 2014.

Kidd was elected to replace outgoing warden Bill Dobson of Montague Township, beating off challenges from Lanark Highlands Deputy Mayor Brian Stewart and Mississippi Mills Mayor John Levi.

“The fourth year of this council will be our best because we are coming together as a team,” said Kidd, after he was sworn in at the county council chambers in Perth on Tuesday, Dec. 17.

He took great pride that his grandson Duncan, an infant in his mother’s arms at the back of the room, was on hand to witness his grandfather being elected to lead the county.

In his election speech, with his nominators already having listed his previous and current titles, Kidd said he wanted to tell council something that they did not know about him: that he used to be the treasurer of the Ontario Agriculture Museum in Milton, Ont., and that used to teach beekeeping at Kemptville College.

He admitted that a lot had changed since he was first elected warden about a decade ago, with the county’s debt rising from “nearly zero,” to more than $14 Photo by DESMOND DEVOY million, though it is going back down.

Administrative staff has also doubled Beckwith Township Reeve Richard Kidd is sworn in Leslie Drynan at the council chambers on Tuesday, since then. as the new warden of Lanark County by deputy clerk Dec. 17.

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“There have been changes since 2003.

I have changed since 2003,” he said. “I wouldn’t have worn a purple shirt (in 2003),” he joked, before adding that “it is an honour to come here,” since he is amazed “how much we learn from each other. It is an ongoing education sitting here.”

His own family had long been involved in politics, with his father and grandfather having held elected office.

Kidd’s challenger, Levi, also trumpeted his family’s political connections – his father was the township clerk, and the clerk’s office was set up in the Levi family home in Pakenham, so young John got to see politics up close and first hand. Back in 1965, his own uncle Harvey was elected county warden.

Levi stressed that he wanted to continue “seeking efficiencies while maintaining service levels that we have today.”

Stewart said that his decision to run was “not taken lightly,” and he too echoed Levi’s call for fiscal sobriety.

“In the current economic climate, I believe it is essential to build on the efficiencies we have achieved in the last two years,” Stewart said. “(We) must have a good quality of life, but it must be sustainable.”

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as both men vied for the chairmanship of the public works department.

The first ballot resulted in a tie decision, and McLaren was elected on the second ballot.

The remaining chairmanship roles at county council were quickly divided up, mostly be acclamation. • Corporate Services Committee: Bill Dobson (Montague Township) • Community Services Committee: Sharon Mousseau (Beckwith Township)

Left, Newly-elected Lanark County Warden Richard Kidd, left, bestows a pin on the willing lapel of outgoing warden Bill Dobson of Montague, during the inaugural meeting of Lanark County Council Dec. 17 in Perth. Right, Kidd is dragged to the front of the county council chambers by his nominators, Beckwith Township Deputy Reeve Sharon Mous• Community Development into the provincial government’s seau, and Drummond/North Elmsley Township Deputy Reeve Gail Code, to be sworn in.

Committee: Keith Kerr (Tay Ontario Food Act, and that a lot Valley Township) of work had been done on rural broadband internet service, and Dobson’s swan song the eastern Ontario rural ecoMontague Township Reeve nomic plan.

Bill Dobson dutifully gave up At the county offices in Perth, his chains of office as his term half a million dollars in operatcame to an end but not before ing costs had been done away his final act of delivering his with, with the dividend directed farewell address, in which he back into infrastructure like heralded the creation of the La- roads. Dobson also said he was nark County Harvest Festival, proud of the county’s homelesswhich he called a “highlight,� ness and housing plan, and that of his term. they were the first county in OnHe also noted that the county tario to boast both and official had been able to provide input plan and a sustainability plan.

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Thank You to all who supported our “Tree of Lights” Campaign We would also like to thank the following for their contribution The Garden Market, Tim Horton’s (Beckwith St), Lombardy Glee Club, Carolyne Thompson and parents, Sam Empey, Irvin Davis & Rose Wilson, Eileen Crosbie, Linda Bisonette, Gary Lackey, Irv & Char Mazurkiewicz, Mayor Staples, SFCH Auxiliary and Laura Hunter LOVE IS COMPOSED OF A SINGLE SOUL INHABITING TWO BODIES. – Aristotle ABRAMS, Jean ANDERSON, Irene ARCAND, Judy & Peter ARMSTRONG, Lyle & Maureen BAKER , Charles BAKER , Joanne F. BARRIE, Phyllis BEDFORD, Jean BEHM, Marcella BENSON, Mary C BEVERIDGE, Fern BISONETTE, Gary & Linda

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Herb Abrams Thomas Ballantyne & R. Lloyd Anderson Wilfred & Edith Cole and Ernest & Agnes Arcand Sarah, Ryan, Olivia & Roy McDonnell Our Parents Itma Baker

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Nieces BettyAnn Orr, Sharon Coleman & Rose Menzie Joyce Pilkington Mom & Dad Harvey Benson, Irene & Jim White & Anne & Jim Cox Jack Beveridge Lambert Donovan, Barbara Bates, Debbie Bisonette & Mary Derrig Tara-Lynn, Jamie Braden & Emma White, Kelly-Anne, Rob & Ava Jennings, Kerri-Lee & Joe Huddleston, Scott Bisonette, John, Kim & Ellie Hampton, Norma Donovan, & Don Bisonette All the staff, physicians & volunteers associated with the Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital Marilynne Ann Blair John Bonneau Loved ones Nephew Cohen Rogers & Nieces Ayla, Marley & Callie Griffith Therese & Henri Dupuis Tom Braham & Lynn Stoliker Harry & Margaret Callan Elizabeth Campbell Doris, William & Eva Campbell and Harold & Idella Clark Dominic William Spencer, First Great Grandchild Mr. & Mrs. D Salter & Ray Cass Mrs. Margaret Attwell Marye, Arthur & Isabel Code Eric R Cole & Mark R Cole

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Special recognition of BLAIR, Reg BONNEAU, Pat BOWICK,, Danika A. BOJARSKI, Doris BRAHAM, Geneva CALLAN, Elinor & Doug CAMPBELL, Allan F CAMPBELL, Lloyd CASS, Mary CASSELL, Doreen CODE, Marcia COLE, Barbara COMEAU, Claudette CONLEY, Geoffrey COPP, Donna COUGHLIN, Margaret CUMBER, Leotha CZAHARYNSKI, Veryl DALTON-WARREN, Marilyn DIXON, Dawn DIXON, Joan DENISON, Linda & Brian DESFOSSES, Mireille DONOVAN, Bev DRUMMOND, Ceili, Riley & Colton DRUMMOND, Ken & Judy DURANT, Gail EGAN, Donna EMMS, Bette & Hap FAIRFIELD, Mary FATH-YORK, Alison FERGUSON, Erma FILION, Mr. & Mrs. Andre FINLAYSON, Hugh FLEMING, Ruth FONTYN, Bill FORBES, John & Mary FRANKLIN, William FRASER, Ian & Carolyn FOURNIER, Greg & Judy GARVIN, Sylvia GRAVES, George & Katherine GRIGGITH, Roberta GUILBAULT, Maurice & Helene HARPER, Bonnie HARRIS-DONVAN, Keitha HART, Ellwod & Margaret HARVEY, Francis & Alice HEALEY, Audrey & Family HEALEY, Lois HEFFERNAN, G.J. HEINTZMAN, Rhonda HELLYER, Douglas HENDRIKS, Lynda HICKS, Dave HOLBROOK, Marjorie HUGHES, Wilbur & Joan HYLAND, Mary IRVINE, S JACKSON FAMILY JOHNSTON, Doris JONES, Joan JOYNT, Ted & Janet JOYNT, Todd & Kerry KILPATRICK, Ann & Douglas KINCH, Rachel KING, Brenda J

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Beatrice Conley James Copp Linton & Wilkes Family and Stephen Coughlin Husband Harry Cumber Grandchildren Meaghan, Michael, ILija & Liam Audrey, Ken, Marvyn Begley, Ross Dalton & Al Warren N. Duane Dixon, Q.C. My husband Duane Dixon Audrey & Rolland Gravelle & Gladys & Howard Denison Gerry, Joyce, Michel, Raymond, Christiane Desfossés and a little Angel, Norma Donovan, Evelyn Masterson, Leo & Mary Larocque Judy & Brian Kerr Leslie Lewis, Leo Donovan & David Hall Husband & daddy Joe Drummond Our son Joe Drummond Harry & Charlotte Hunter John Pringle, Art Egan, Sandra & Roy Phillips, Family

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Donnie & Steven Fairfield Colleen Fath My husband Arthur Ferguson Our Parents Don & Esther Finlayson Leonard Fleming Brenda Arnold Kathy Forbes Evoy Austin & Evelyn Forbes & John & Margaret Doherty

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Heather Fraser Jack Fournier & Arnie & Rena Jackson John Garvin & Nancy Polk Harry O Graham, Eric K Cavanaugh, Frederick G Graves, Bertha Graves-Cavanaugh, Kenneth Hughes and Margaret E Graham Arnold & Gail Beverly Lumsden Miller Raymond Harper Gerald, Mark, Alexandra, Ryan, Andrea, Kaylea & Norma Donovan, Nancy & Keith Harris Lambert Donovan Our departed loved ones Our nine grandchildren and great grandchildren Christine Harvey Cecil & Tim Healey Murray Cameron Ray & Mary Heffernan Ronald Heintzman Wife Nancy Hellyer

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Benefits planned for Elphin family who lost home in July fire Community – On July 29, the Davidson family suffered from a terrible blaze that destroyed their home, business, and vehicle in Elphin. The family is currently living in a cabin that is not equipped for winter with no running water, electricity, and an outdoor bathroom 75 feet away.

A trust fund was set up through Scotiabank by asking to donate to the Lanark branch, for donations from the community to be submitted.

Cheques can be made payable to Jesse Claassen, in trust for the Davidson family. Citizens can show their support by joining the Davidson Family Trust Facebook page.

This fire has majorly impacted the Davidson family and completely turned their lives upside down. They have been forced to move from a 3,600 square foot home to a 600 square foot cabin. They lost their two cats in the fire and all of their belongings including wedding rings, baby photos, clothes.

Three of their four sons have autism and it has been especially hard for them to cope with all of the changes.

In 2014 there will be some fundraisers to help the Davidson family earn the $200,000 needed to rebuild their home.

In February, Jenny Whitely is organizing a dance and or concert. In the spring, they are having a garage sale fundraiser at Paulscreek.ca where household items in good condition can be donated. Call 613-278-2618 before dropping off items to let the family know the day and time. Smaller donations can go to Kerri Keeney at LanarkLiving.ca Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Jacinta.ca is also donating 50 per cent of all orders of specialty cards to the Davidson family. Call 613-889-2785 to submit your orders.

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“Feeling like a stranger in your own life since you don’t recognize anything,” was how Rita Davidson described her feelings after the fire. “We have a long way to go, but with God nothing is impossible.”

To see more details about the fundraisers, visit www.davidsonfamilytrust. com.

A series of fundraisers are being planned in the new year to benefit the Davidson family, members of which are shown bottom left, who lost their Elphin home in a blaze in July, left. Bottom, the effects of the fire on the family vehicle.

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Classic Theatre Festival’s charitable program gets new name Arts – Ever since Perth’s Classic Theatre Festival began performing hits from the golden age of Broadway in 2010, it has maintained a program that opens up blocks of free seats, making professional theatre accessible to all members of the community, regardless of income.

Begun with a grant from the Perth & District Community Foundation, the Classic Theatre Festival’s Save-a-Seat program has offered more than 600 free theatre tickets to individuals who can access them at the Salvation Army, through Lanark County Social Services, The Table, YAK, and various other agencies that serve residents surviving on limited incomes. Other groups have included First Nations Deer Lake evacuees who were then being housed in Smiths Falls, and residents of women’s shelters.

“The program was originally inspired by a 2009 letter to the editor we saw in the Perth Courier,” explains artistic director Laurel Smith. “Sue Cavanagh of Lanark County Child and Youth Poverty Action Network discussed in poignant detail the opportunities missed by at least 12 per cent of children in Lanark County who cannot go to birthday parties, attend after school activities, have a pet, enjoy the arts, and, on a more direct level, miss out on one or more meals in a day.”

“It was a reminder that behind the gorgeous facades of Heritage Perth and the other communities in Lanark, we have a hidden poverty that is not just economically marginalizing, it is also socially isolating. Save-a-Seat breaks that social isolation and can serve as a step into re-integrating into the community. Some of those who first met us through Save-a-Seat have become

made by writing a cheque to Burning Passions Theatre, PO Box 2121, 57 Foster Street, Perth, ON K7H 1R0. Online donations can also be made by hitting the Canada Helps button at the home page of the festival at www.classictheatre.ca.

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The Classic Theatre Festival’s charitable Save-a-Seat program has been renamed for Canadian performers Bunny Behrens (seen as Caliban), above, and Deborah Cass (as Ariel), below, in the Canadian Players’ 1959 production of The Tempest. volunteers,” added Smith.

Smith also points out that the Classic Theatre Festival serves as a significant economic driver in the summer, bringing thousands of tourists to town whose spending in stores, restaurants, and accommodations has a positive economic impact that results in increased employment and related social benefits.

Following a partnership with the Perth Museum last summer that featured a Canadian Theatre History exhibit, Save-a-Seat was renamed in honour of the parents of the festival’s associate producer, Matthew Behrens.

“The Deborah Cass/Bunny Behrens Save-a-Seat program was named for my parents because they toured this country with Canadian Players in the early years of the Stratford Festival, bringing theatre to the people and making this magi-

cal experience accessible to all,” said Matthew Behrens. “They were also very committed to the idea of social justice and equality, so we figured that combination of community commitment and artistic excellence should be remembered in an active, living program like Save-a-Seat.”

Bunny Behrens lived at Lanark Lodge until he passed away in September 2012, but during his time in Perth was memorable as a raconteur whose stories of the golden age of Canadian and British theatre included his own early days at the Bristol Old Vic, where he acted with (and was also a drinking buddy of) the late Peter O’Toole, who passed away last week.

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featuring Neil Simon’s Broadway debut comedy, Come Blow Your Horn, and the classic mystery thriller, Dial M for Murder. The festival’s annual holiday sale means individuals who purchase their tickets before Dec. 31 will receive a 20 per cent discount, and can choose their dates next summer. To order, call 1-877-283-1283.

Remember: Ice hut registration is required on area lakes News – To protect the environment and ensure safety, anglers must register new or previously unregistered ice-fishing huts on area lakes.

Registration is free and helps discourage anglers from abandoning their huts, which can end up in waterways and washed up on shorelines when the ice thaws.

Huts must be registered Zones 12, 18 and 20 in Kemptville District. To register your ice hut in Zones 12, 18 and 20, call the local ministry office at 613-258-8204. Generally, this may be done over the telephone. Once registered, an ice fishing hut can be used anywhere in Ontario.

Registration numbers on ice huts must be at least 6.3 centimetres (2.5 inches) in height and clearly displayed on the outside of the hut.

Tent-style ice huts made of cloth or synthetic fabric that have a base area of seven square metres (75.4 square feet) or less when erected do not need to be registered.

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Lovely lights Co m m u n i t y – This home on Lake Avenue in Carleton Place, is an example of the many throughout the area decorated with holiday cheer this season.

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LE T TER TO THE EDITOR

Cut the chains and spend locally this holiday season DEAR EDITOR: With the holidays fast approaching, this means one thing, the biggest retail expenditure of the year is also coming. People will start to get really excited, and then get really stressed. But, what if, this year, we don’t let the holidays stress us out? What if we get back to what really matters this year, and spend our time with those we love, instead of spending our money on material items that may be thrown to the back of a closet by boxing day?

This year, I propose that we cut the chains on the expectations that the holidays are all about buy, buy, buy, and we get back to tradition of experiencing great moments with loved ones. Friends of the Earth is challenging us to “Cut the Chains” which means we leave behind the chain stores, the expectations that we need to buy something for everyone and get creative!

Leave the plastic behind, and make each other gifts.

I recommend ‘experience’ gift cards, promising your time and services. For those who aren’t very art oriented, how about checking out a craft market and buying local? The most important thing, I believe, is to cut the expectation that the holidays are about the quantity of money you spend, not the quality of time you spend with those who matter.

I invite you and your readers to sign the “Cut the Chains” challenge on Friends of the Earth’s website (foecanada.org) and post your photos about how you cut the chains this year on their Facebook (facebook. com/foe.canada).

Happy holidays!

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Give the gift of life Editorial – Everyone could use a holiday miracle and Canadian Blood Services (CBS) is asking the public to give the gift of life this Christmas season.

The organization is in the midst of its annual Holiday Miracle campaign, which runs from Dec. 2 to Jan. 4, where they seek blood donations from across the country. There is no greater need than over the holidays and winter months for blood. In fact, more than 75,000 blood donations are required for hospital patients from one end of the country to the other over the campaign.

It’s one of the easiest things we can do: give blood.

It costs nothing and can save multiple lives. A few minutes of minor discomfort could give another person back the quality of life they once had and reunite them with their family. What greater reason is there?

People don’t know who their donations go to, but there’s satisfaction in knowing that one good deed could help another. We don’t know when or if we’ll need the favour returned, but chances are a blood donor has helped someone in your family at one time.

Canadian Blood Services is asking residents to consider making a special donation this holiday, by calling 1 888 2 DONATE to book an appointment at a clinic or www.blood.ca. They also love hearing success stories, so share yours on their Facebook page or on Twitter (#giveamiracle). Companies can also consider “adopting a recipient” and make the number of donations one anonymous person would need, as a group. It can take up to eight donations a week to treat a person with leukemia, so why not rally your friends or co-workers and make a group donation?

Mother’s memories made her sombre during holidays Lifestyle – My sister Audrey, I thought, was the smartest girl at the Northcote School. And I knew for a fact, she was the smartest of us five children. Couldn’t she braid grass, knit dishcloths, do crossstitch on tea towels, and recite the Lord’s Prayer and the 23rd Psalm without forgetting a word?

And so that day in December, it was my very clever sister Audrey who told me a secret about our mother, that I believed with all my heart to be the gospel truth. And it also explained much as well, why Mother did the things she did on occasion.

Audrey said there was a perfectly good reason why Mother’s mind sometimes seemed to be a million miles away that time of year. I certainly was aware that her thoughts often seemed to be somewhere else, especially when I asked her a question about our own Christmas which was coming up, and which filled me with great anticipation.

And the day I asked her if she thought, if I wrote a special letter to Santa Claus, and asked him for a pair of white galoshes with real fur down the fronts, just like bad Marguirite had, would I get them,

and I saw a sadness come over her face.

She didn’t answer right away, and when she did, I noticed a catch in her throat, as if she was going to cough, and she said I had to remember that Santa had a long list of children who wanted some things he just couldn’t supply. And I knew then, I wouldn’t be seeing the white rubber galoshes with the fur down their fronts.

I wasn’t too sure what Mother had to do with Santa’s decision. But I soon understood what my sister meant when she said sometimes our mother’s mind was a million miles away.

It was mid-December. Time to put up the few decorations we had. There was the braided rope made of thin cardboard loops glued together and strung across the kitchen, corner to corner. There were the two handmade wreaths for the frosted kitchen windows, and the big picture of Santa thumbtacked to the stairwell door.

Mother sat and looked at what had been done to try to make the kitchen (the only room in the house warm enough to sit in during the winter), presentable for the holiday season, and she let out a long sigh. Audrey said Mother was rememVice President & Regional Publisher Mike Mount mmount@perfprint.ca 613-283-3182, ext. 104

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Audrey said this time of year, Mother tried, but couldn’t get her Christmases in New York out of her mind. She remembered shopping in Macy’s department store, money to buy just about anything she wanted, glass decorations for the big tree in the parlour, and wrapping paper and ribbon in every colour in the rainbow to wrap the many presents she would buy.

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The way Audrey explained it, I knew then that Mother secretly pined for all that she had left behind in her beloved New York City, to come to the backwoods of Renfrew County...where every penny was hard earned. And instead of going to the city bank for money, Mother went to the blue sugar bowl in the backto-the-wall cupboard to take out a few pennies from her “egg money.”

And my sister said it was sometimes a sad time for Mother, even though the rest of the family was all caught up in the Christmas spirit out there in Renfrew County.

Audrey said I wasn’t to think it was anything I had done to make mother sad.

And that made me feel better. Not a lot better. But a little better, just the same.

And my very wise sister said to me that I was to try to make our mother forget about her life in that far away city. And it had nothing to do about being good she said. It had everything to do with trying to keep Mother’s mind busy in our home out there in Northcote. And I asked Audrey how I could do that. And being clever like she was, my sister had the perfect answer.

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I was to say often how pretty the kitchen was with its handmade paper streamers stretched across the room...how I loved the smell of her mincemeat pies... and how I loved going into Renfrew with her when she delivered her wares door to door. That seemed simple enough to me.

And I like to think it worked.

That year was not unlike any other Christmas on the farm during those lean Depression days. As the day grew closer, Mother’s mood changed. Baking consumed many hours. We five children could hardly contain our excitement. The Christmas concert was ahead of us, the smell of the big pine tree already in the corner of the kitchen filled the room, and there were whispers of secrets not to be shared. There was joy in the house. We would be celebrating the true meaning of Christmas in the Lutheran Church.

Neighbours would come and go, and we would return their visits. And Mother, for a time, put behind her the memories of another time and another place.

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CDSBEO fostering mathematics development within schools News – The following are highlights from the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario’s (CDSBE) regular board meeting Nov. 19 at the board office in Kemptville.

In our daily lives we rely immeasurably on mathematical skills, whether it is understanding election results, developing a business plan, or managing a household budget.

The CDSBEO is engaging in collaborative work focused on student learning and achievement through reflection, dialogue, and inquiry in the area of mathematics.

Specific teaching strategies are also helping prepare all graduates to use mathematics in their everyday world.

Support staff and school teams continue to analyze EQAO results, carefully looking for patterns and trends, examining cohort data, gender gap and special education needs, to help identify intervention plans and research based strategies that will support individual and small group student learning.

Superintendent of School Effectiveness, Charlotte Rouleau, presented an overview of one specific strategy that the board is currently using to address mathematics.

The senior team, along with

program update In September of this school year, the board launched two new Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) programs in hospitality and tourism at St. Luke Catholic High School (CHS), and St. Matthew Catholic Secondary School. By participating in the SHSM program, students are able to customize their secondary school education to suit their interests and talents, while developing specialized knowledge, skills, and sector specific certifications.

Pathways consultant, Leo Haughian, presented to the board an update on the two new programs, as well as additional information on student data from the other SHSM programs.

The board currently offers 19 SHSM programs, in seven economic sector specializations (arts & culture, business, construction, environment, health & wellness, hospitality & tourism, and transportation). In addition to allowing students to customize their education, the SHSM program also helps learners to develop essential skills and work habits, and to identify, explore and refine their career goals so that informed decisions can be made regarding future career Specialist High Skills Major choices. school administrators, are engaging in collaborative work through instructional rounds.

The instructional rounds involve observing, analyzing and discussing classroom activity.

Principals and superintendents focus on documenting student thinking; capturing what is happening at the student desk. Research indicates that having principals and superintendents collaborate in professional learning networks allows teachers to experience powerful professional development.

Principals must understand and know details of impactful job-embedded learning through inquiry.

These collaborative networks engage administrators and guide instructional practice through a deeper understanding of the challenges that exist.

Each superintendent received a math resource kit to help maximize network learning through careful planning and targeted professional development.

Administrators and educators will continue to spark dialogue and debate on how to develop a mathematical habit of mind, for both students and educators alike.

The programs are meant for all four pathway choices: workplace, apprentice, college and university.

“Programs rely on community partnerships,” explained Haughian.

“Students gain exposure to partners, and have the opportunity to attend job site tours, skills competitions, and job placements.”

For some students, the new programs at St. Luke CHS and St. Matthew CSS have made a significant impact. At St. Luke CHS, many students are workplace and college bound, and the new Hospitality & Tourism program has allowed for learners to become more engaged.

Attendance rates for the course are at nearly 100 per cent, and the specialization offers many opportunities for cooperative education in the industry.

At St. Matthew CSS, the students have become equally as engaged, and the program even maintains their own garden, growing much of the food which is prepared in class.

Schools are currently in dialogue as to whether or not to apply for new program offerings, with the possibility of

an eighth sector being added “The result was the very in the area of non-profit. successful model around our Board’s three foundational Strategic plan update stones: Achieving Literacy A strategic plan is the for- for All, Living Our Catholic malized path that describes Faith, and Making Resources how an organization will im- Matter,” explained Jordan. plement a chosen direction; it “These stones serve as an anspells out where an organiza- chor in all we do as a Catholic tion is going over a specified school board.” period of time and how it’s For the current revision of going to get there. the plan, administrators will Effectively communicating be asked to facilitate a consulpriorities, the strategic plan tation process at their Catholic aids in organizing financial school council meetings, and needs, as well as the time, to advertise and encourage energy and resources of ev- all interested parents, stakeeryone in the organization to holders and staff to attend this achieve collective goals. meeting. A survey monkey Tom Jordan, Superinten- link will also be provided for dent of School Effectiveness, those who prefer to submit presented to the board an up- feedback online. date on the revised process The initiative will be shared for the board’s strategic plan via school newsletters and (2014-2020), with a focus on parish bulletins throughout the collection, consideration the CDSBEO Catholic school and inclusion of input from a community. wide variety of stakeholders.

All input will be reviewed, Four years ago senior ad- organized and considered for ministration, in consultation inclusion in the final version with leading experts and edu- of the CDSBEO strategic plan cational researchers Michael 2014-2020.

Fullan and Lynn Sharratt, reThis final version will be vised the strategic plan to be brought to the board for apsimpler in design, yet more proval in early April 2014.

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Kraft Hockeyville competition kicks off for another year

Health unit alerts public to be cautious during cold weather Lifestyle – The Leeds Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit alerts the public to take appropriate precautions during the cold weather.

Some conditions during cold weather can cause very serious health conditions and even death. When the daily predicted high temperature is lower than -15 degrees C, unprotected skin can freeze in under 30 minutes, and the risk of developing hypothermia is very high. During very cold weather, everyone is at risk; however the elderly, infants and children, people taking certain prescription medications, and people with preexisting health conditions are in greater danger. There is also an increased risk of hypothermia for outdoor workers and people living without adequate heat or shelter.

During these cold temperatures, the health unit strongly encourages the public to check on a neighbour or friend who may be isolated, disabled, or living alone and have a greater risk of suffering cold weather related injuries.

The health unit also encourages homeless people to get in from the cold.

During cold weather everyone should take the following precautions: • Wear layers of warm dry clothing including a hat, mitts, and a layer to block the wind

• Drink warm non-alcoholic beverages, non-caffeinated beverages such as herbal teas, apple cider or soup.

• Cover exposed skin surfaces when outdoors • Maintain a heated environment of around 20 degrees C/68 degrees F • Be aware of how your medications or health conditions may increase your risk • Be aware of the early signs of frostbite: white or gray spots on skin or areas having lost feeling. Tingling and pain can also be a warning sign of frostbite usually in the hands, feet, nose and ears.

• Beware of the early signs of hypothermia: unable to think clearly, shivering, loss of memory, lethargy slurred speech or loss of consciousness. Immediate medical attention is required.

• Be aware of the dangers of using an oven or space heater as a heating device.

For more information on how to protect yourself during extreme cold visit the health unit website at: www. healthunit.org.

For specific cold weather questions call the Health Action Line at 1-800-660-5853 or 613-345-5685. You can also Like LGLHealthUnit on Facebook for weather related updates.

Submitted by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit.

of repairs or upgrades. More than 90 per cent (91 per cent) of those surveyed say their overall community would be negatively impacted if their rink were to close due to disrepair.

“Local rinks are at the heart of Canadian communities but we may run the risk of losing many of these precious centres if they are not repaired or restored for future generations,” said Jack Hewitt, vice-president of marketing insight and services with Kraft Canada. “Kraft Hockeyville engages Canadians to preserve the spirit and passion

for hockey across the nation, and that passion starts at the home rink.”

A hockey legend agrees. “I wouldn’t be who I am today without my local rink. Even now, it remains a huge part of my life,” said Wendel Clark, Canadian hockey legend and Kraft Hockeyville 2014 spokesperson.

“Kraft Hockeyville helps people keep things afloat. It helps towns keep rinks, fix them up and keep them community oriented.”

This year, there is an even bigger opportunity for Canada’s communities to breathe new life

into their local rinks through Kraft Hockeyville 2014, in partnership with the NHL and NHL Player’s Association (NHLPA).

The program is back and bigger than ever, awarding a total of $1 million in prizes to 16 different communities, including: • One grand prize of $100,000 in arena upgrades and a broadcast of a NHL pre-season game played in the local community; • One prize of $100,000 in arena upgrades; • Two prizes of $50,000 each in arena upgrades for third and fourth place; and

• Twelve prizes of $25,000 each in arena upgrades.

Canadian communities are invited to start preparing their submissions to vie for the title of Kraft Hockeyville 2014 with the nomination period opening Jan. 1. Submissions will be accepted until Feb. 9.

For contest rules and complete program details, please visit www.krafthockeyville.ca. Kraft Hockeyville can also be found on Facebook (www.facebook. com/krafthockeyville) and Twitter (@hockeyville).

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A recent survey commissioned by Kraft Canada reveals the majority (91 per cent) of Canadian hockey parents agree their local rink is the social hub of their community, yet two-thirds say these arenas are in need

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Community – The annual competition which illustrates the importance of funding and maintaining local rinks in Canada, Kraft Hockeyville, is back.

The initiative was launched for another year Nov. 27 at Victoria Skating Rink in downtown Montreal with a free day of skating

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Janice Hastie-Waugh 613-283-5435 $125,000. Lovely village of Newboro: walk to public beach, shopping, and locks on the Rideau System. 1.5 storey 4 bdrm home on large lot. 2 storey garage with loft. Eat in kitchen and formal dining rm. Main floor master bdrm and laundry. Huge living room off of back entrance. Home needs some TLC. Janice Hastie-Waugh 613-283-5435

REGIONAL ROUND-UP Any community organization based in our circulation area wishing to list an event of community interest is invited to submit a description of 25 words or less in writing. Admissions or event costs, will not be included. Deadline is Monday at 4:30 p.m. prior to publication date. This service is provided free of charge. Events will be listed no more than two weeks in advance. Write, EMC, P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, Ont. K7A 4T1, or fax at 613-283-5909 or e-mail: jmichaelis@theemc.ca OR lgilligan@perfprint.ca. Items will be edited as necessary. Please include name, address and phone number.

Christmas Breakfast of Champions, Saturday, December 21, 8-11 a.m. Almonte Legion.

Legion Branch 240, Saturday, Dec. 31, Johnny Spinks, 8 p.m.-1 a.m.

New Year’s Dance, Tuesday, December 31, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Almonte Legion. Tickets 613-2562142.

New Year’s Levee, Wednesday, January 1, 2-5 p.m. Almonte Legion.

Candlelight Christmas Eve Service at Lighthouse Free Methodist Church. December 24, 6:30 p.m. 355 Moffatt St. Info: 613-257-4255.

Carleton Place Baptist Church Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, 7 p.m.

Carleton Place/Beckwith Home Support lunch brunch for Beckwith residents at the township office, 2nd Wednesday of month. Bingo afterwards. Info: 613-253-0733.

Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Thursday, 1-3 p.m. 30 Bennett Street. Info: 613-2572779 ext 104 (or ext 100).

Parents and Children’s Group every Monday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 30 Bennett Street. Info: 613-257-2779 ext 107 (or ext 100).

KEMPTVILLE North Grenville Toastmasters meet 1st, 3rd Thursday of every month at O’Farrell Financial Services, Boardroom (292 County Rd 44) start

time 7 p.m. Learn communication and leader- District Civitan Club, are available at businesses Friday, December 27, Portland United Church, 12-1 p.m. Toutiere (meat pie), potatoes, dessert. ship skills. in Pakenham until Christmas.

Handicapped accessible.

Rideau and District Old Tyme Fiddlers Assoc.

New Year’s Eve Dinner Dance, Monday, LANARK PERTH December 31, Alfred Taylor Community Centre, North Gower. Reserved tickets only. Info 613Euchre, every Thursday, 1:30 p.m. Legion Candles & Carols- Christmas Eve 6 p.m. 489-3746 or 613-692-4122.

Hall. Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary. Lunch. Prizes. Asbury Free Methodist Church, 144 Gore St. E. Snow Road Snowmobile Club Christmas Lanark Civitan Club talent night. Last FriEuchre, every Tuesday, 1 p.m. at McMartin Dinner and Entertainment, Saturday, December day each month. Dinner 6 p.m., dance 7:30 p.m. House, open to all adults, info: (613)267-5531. 21, 6 p.m. at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road.

Old Time Country Music. 613-259-5610.

Lions Country Music Jamboree. 4th Sun. Open to everyone. Info: Ruth 613-278-0477 or Lanark Legion #395, monthly music jambo- every month. 2-6 p.m. Supper served 5 p.m. Alice 613-278-1020. ree. Every 3rd Sat. of the month. All welcome. Perth Lions Hall.

Snow Road Snowmobile Club Christmas Music 2 p.m. Light lunch served.

New Year’s Eve Dance, Royal Canadian Dinner and Social, December 21, 6 PM at ClubLanark Legion, #395, New Years Eve Legion, Branch 244, 26 Beckwith St East, De- house, 1106 Gemmills Rd. Everyone welcome.

Dance. Music: Old Country Friends. Dancing 8 cember 31. Dance featuring “ The Respectables”.

Snow Road Snowmobile Club Family p.m.-1 a.m. Late light lunch.

Doors open at 8, dancing from 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Movie Night, January 3, 7 p.m. Snack and Drink Lanark Legion, #395, New Years Eve Draw.

Parents and Children’s Group, every Tues- provided. At Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road.

Prize drawn Dec. 31, 11 p.m. Proceeds: Building day, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at St James Church (Beck- Info: Morgan Wark 613-278-0344.

Fund. Tickets: Legion, George St. with and Harvey). Info: 613-257-2779 ext 110 Snow Road Snowmobile Club Social Bingo, (or ext 100).

January 2, 6:45 p.m. Refreshments. At Clubhouse, Stroke survivor and caregiver support 1106 Gemmills Road. Everyone welcome. group, meets the 4th Wednesday of every month St Bede’s Church, Nolan’s Corners, ChristMERRICKVILLE between 1:30-3:30 p.m. Legion, 26 Beckwith St mas Eve Service, Tuesday, December 24, 4 p.m.

E. Info: (613)549-6666 x6867.

St. James Anglican Church, Franktown, Merrickville Legion Club room open, DeChristmas Eve Church Service on Tuesday December 21 and 28, noon-4. Info: 613-258-9325. cember 24 at 6:30 p.m. All Are Welcome.

Merrickville Legion Levee, 1-6 p.m., JanuRURAL ary 1. Live music by Elise, Wally and Ray. Info: 613-258-9325.

SMITHS FALLS Darling Seniors- New Years Eve Party. Dec. Music by Smokey Rose, Merrickville Legion, December 20, 7-11 p.m. Christmas roast 31. Tatlock Community Hall. 6 p.m. Cold plate supper. Euchre to follow 7:30 p.m. Joan 613-259turkey dinner at 6. Info: 613-258-9325.

Christmas BOGO!! December 24th to 31st, 2606 or 613-256-2786.

The Salvation Army Thrift Store, 49 Chambers January 1st Annual New Years Day Cel- St. ebration, Cheryl Adrain & Tailgate, 2-6 p.m.

Civitan Bingo every Tuesday, Smiths Falls PAKENHAM Luncheon: Chili & bun. Royal Canadian Legion Civitan Hall. Start 7 p.m. Doors open 5:30 p.m.

Upper Rideau Branch #542, Westport. 613-273- Canteen available. Proceeds to help fund charity Claxton Fruit Cakes and Civitan playing 3615. and community projects. cards, fundraising projects of the Pakenham & Portland Monthly Community Lunch, EA- Emotions Anonymous- 12-step organi-

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zation working toward recovery from emotional difficulties (marriage, children, grief, etc). Meetings (every Tuesday)- December 24, 7 p.m. Salvation Army Church (side door). (613)283-0960.

Festive Season at Trinity United Church, “The Nine Lessons and Carols” with the Senior Choir, Saturday, December 21, 7 p.m. Coffee and refreshments to follow.

Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Tuesday, 1-3 p.m. at the CHC, 2 Gould Street. Info: 613-257-2779 ext 104 (or ext 100).

Monday Night Euchre, Legion, 7 p.m.

Parents and Children’s Group, every Thursday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the first Baptist Church (73 Beckwith St N) Info: 613-283-9307 (or 613257-2779 ext 100).

The 8 Days of Christmas Sell-abration, December 16th - 24th, The Salvation Army Thrift Store, 49 Chambers St. Everyday a different celebration!

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LAWS enters finals of Aviva Community Challenge contest After surgical recovery, antibiotics and pain medication, CJ Sparrow is on the mend and purrs his appreciation on a daily basis. Please feel free to contact the shelter to enquire about CJ Sparrow.

learn what toxicities and hazards to avoid in order to keep your pets safe over the holiday season: • http://www.petpoisonhelpline. com/pet-owners/seasons/winterholiday-pet-poison-tips/ • http://vetmedicine.about.com/ Keep pets safe over holiday sea- od/toxicology/qt/toxicplants.htm son • http://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/ The holidays can be a very happy cliented/holiday.aspx and fun-filled time of year. Having an animal fall victim to the toxici- Holiday hours ties of the holiday season is not hapIn preparation for the holiday py nor is it fun-filled. season, LAWS hours of operations Many toxicities that occur over will vary slightly over the holidays. the holidays are from unknown cul- Our holiday hours are: prits.

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• Tuesday, Dec. 31: closed at 3 p.m.

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From all of the staff, volunteers and animals at LAWS, we wish everyone a very happy holiday season!

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 at shelter@lanarkanimals. ca.

Visit our website at www.lanarkanimals.ca. Please also check out www.AdoptADog.TV featuring some of our canines up for adoption.

If you have lost a dog or cat please 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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Lifestyle – Lanark Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) would like to extend our gratitude for all of the support from the community during the Aviva Community Challenge over the past few months. Because of the community votes, LAWS has succeeded in entering the finals for this amazing challenge which means an automatic $5,000 from Aviva Canada Inc. and the opportunity to win up to $150,000. The winners will be announced on Jan. 28 so stay tuned.

LAWS takes in the abandoned animals in the community and provides shelter, food/water and care to those animals. Quite often costly emergency veterinary care is required for these animals as well.

This emergency veterinary care was recently required for one of LAWS’ newest resident cats, CJ Sparrow.

CJ was brought to the shelter by a concerned citizen who had noticed this young guy wandering in the cold on his property.

When the gentleman got a closer look of this guy it was noticed that CJ’s right eye was badly damaged and he was quite thin. The concerned citizen brought CJ to the shelter and CJ was immediately taken to the veterinarian for immediate attention.

After examination, the veterinarian assumed that CJ had been kicked in the head by a horse or cow as his right eye needed to be removed. In addition to his damaged eye, his upper jaw had been fractured to the point where the hard pallet in his mouth needed to be sutured closed.

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given was without equal. Jesus, God’s only begotten Son, was given so that all those who believe in Him will have everlasting life (John 3:16). Wow! The presents that we may get at Christmas lose their appeal or often get broken within a short amount of time. But Yet when Christ the Savior was the result of God’s gift will last born, there was no prior hype for eternity. It says in the Bible that He was coming. Mary knew. “He came to his own, and his own Joseph knew. As did Mary’s people did not receive him. But to all who did receive him, who cousin Elizabeth. That was it! believed in his name, he gave the When Jesus was born the message right to become children of God” from God to man came through John 1:11,12. one angel to a few shepherds caring for their sheep at night. Following How about you? Is the Child, given the announcement a “multitude to be the Savior, a permanent part of the heavenly host” joined the of your life? messenger and praised God for His I rejoiced with those who said to me,”Let us go to the gift to man. house of the Lord.”

We get bombarded with “Christmas” a long time before it happens. Ads, music, decorations in stores. Retailers desperately pushing their products as they depend on the Christmas season to boost their sales to yet another record level.

That’s what Christmas means to me. The day my Savior came to die on Calvary. That’s what No one made any money that year. No one gave anyone else a Christmas means to me. present. But the gift that God had - P.J.Pascoe

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Saying thank you to our hardworking community volunteers spending days painting and upgrading the theatre itself for no other remuneration than their own satisfaction of making their community theatre better. Add the incredible amount of time the actors put in with learning their parts, rehearsals, giving up their own personal family, recreational and social time to put together quality productions for the public’s entertainment, the hours are staggering and truly remarkable. I share this as only one example because there are several other community theatres throughout our areas doing the same type things. I don’t think as we attend performances we realize just how much volunteer time goes into what we have the privilege to enjoy.

My involvement with Stewart Park Festival in Perth every summer helps me realize the need for more than 100 volunteers to keep it happening for the three days during the weekend. A small committee meet year round to keep everything moving forward from one year to the next. There are also many summer festivals throughout our area who host similar type entertainment events that rely on their own core groups to continue for us each year.

We, as communities are enriched by the artistic affluence and variety of experiences available, mostly thanks to the support of volunteers. Service club members like Legions, Civitan and the Lions Club raise funds to help sup-

port their communities and keep their halls viable and available for use, enabling affordable space for groups to host fundraising dances, bingos and family wedding receptions. None of these spaces would be there if it weren’t for the dedication of those volunteers.

Besides the creative arts there are, of course, volunteers everywhere. Coaches, various group leaders, committee members, hospital volunteers, the list is extensive when you really think about it. To those who do volunteer, please know you all make a big difference in each of our communities.

Statistics Canada has conducted the Canada Survey of Giving, Volunteering and Participating every three years since 1997.

From the 2010 highlights it indicates “13.3 million Canadians over the age of 15 participated in volunteering, an increase of more than 800,000 since 2007.” These Canadians contributed 2.1 billion total volunteer hours, static since 2007.

However, average annual volunteer hours decreased to 156 in 2010 from 166 in 2007. According to Statistics Canada, “the num-

ber of hours volunteered varied from one hour to a few thousand hours.” For many years, it has shown that the majority of volunteer hours are contributed by a small group of “über volunteers”.

The 2010 data, however, suggests this trend is changing and the volunteer base is broadening”.

It also shows, if you want something done, ask a busy person as our communities have many of those “über volunteers” who get amazing things completed and coordinated so we as the public can enjoy the incredible variety of productions throughout our communities.

So, to those who volunteer to make all those wonderful events happen, I salute you and give

thanks, on behalf of all who benefit from your charitable volunteerism. It is so important we keep attending and supporting these events throughout our areas to ensure the continuance of the vast variety of entertainment that’s available to us. Variety is the spice of life and we are so blessed to have those who share so much of their energy, creativity and free time. We should all be doing our part.

Season’s greetings to one and all. Don’t forget to support those industrious, independent musicians who live in our neighbourhoods by giving gifts of their CDs to family and friends. You’ll be helping to expose your loved ones to talent you appreciate and help

keep food on the table for those creative souls offering their best.

Upcoming events Dave Bidini (previously of the long-running Reostatics) will be reading from some of his 12 books (interesting perspectives from sports to heroes) and performing with his BidiniBand for the next installment of ‘The Voices’ series at Perth’s Studio Theatre Jan. 12 at 3 p.m.

Tickets are $20 and are available at Tickets Please, 39 Foster Street in Perth, by visiting www. ticketsplease.ca or calling 613485-6434, or by calling Sue Tennant at 613-267-7902 (cash or cheque only).

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Lifestyle – As we go about our communities, taking in all the festive cheer available, often very inexpensively, watching community Christmas parades, attending church and community choirs with their concerts and carol sings, community theatres’ special seasonal productions, museums, as well as fun seasonal entertainment provided at local retirement and nursing homes, we often forget or take for granted all the tremendous volunteer hours that go into making all these wonderful offerings happen. Without all those dedicated volunteers who give so tirelessly to keep affordable, local programming and facilities available to us, our worlds would be a lot less interesting.

My family have become quite involved with the Studio Theatre in Perth, a non-profit, totally volunteer driven organization and so, I too, have stepped up and helped out. In doing so, I have become much more aware of the many little and not so little things that go on behind the scenes, necessary in putting each and every production on or in keeping the theatre looking inviting, welcoming and accessible. They require seven volunteers including ticket sellers, snack bar, ushers, house manager for every show, not counting technical and support staff or actors. There’s also the carpenter volunteers who build sets, others who gather props and costumes.

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I still clearly remember how much my little brother enjoyed playing with the little, plastic six-shooter I gave him on that long ago Christmas.

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favourite, 30 years after it was first released. The movie, which is set in the 1940s, was filmed partly in Canada, in Toronto and St. Catharines.

It is true that children in the 1950s and 1960s were very much in to toy guns and we were no exception. But you have to remember this was the era of the western on both the big and small screen. TV shows like Gunsmoke, Bonanza, Have Gun Will Travel, Rawhide and the Lone Ranger were extremely popular.

Today it isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t politically correct to let your child â&#x20AC;&#x153;shoot it outâ&#x20AC;? with the neighbourhood kids with plastic â&#x20AC;&#x153;weapons.â&#x20AC;?

That despite the fact the old shows I refer to featured nary a drop of blood.

Compare those programs to the violent content of movies and television today and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see what I mean!

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Stittsville Main Street, as it is now called, has changed dramatically. When I was a youngster there were very few businesses along the artery. A bank, three gas/service stations, Bradleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s General Store, Switzerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hardware and Bellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s store which was actually a convenience store behind gas pumps.

At Christmas there wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a lot of choice for local shoppers. When I was old enough my first seasonal shopping sortie was at Switzerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. The family business was largely hardware related. But they carried some gift lines to satisfy the small market in the growing village.

It was a different era. For one thing children could be turned out of the house and left unsupervised most of the day with no fear they would not return for lunch or dinner. Stittsville was a safe place where everybody knew each other and we all looked out for one another.

I was probably only eight or nine at the time. But on a Saturday morning in December I announced to my mother that it was time to clean out the piggy bank and head up Main Street on my first solo Christmas shopping expedition.

I even asked to take my little brother Randy. He is three and a half years younger. She had no problem with the idea. So, bundled in our winter clothing we set off through the snow.

In reality the hardware store was only a few blocks from our house but at that age it seemed like a major journey. So many years later that expedition is a magical memory for me.

Wandering through the store we picked out a small gift for our mother, something for the kitchen although I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t remember what? Not terribly personal but hey, we were little kids!

There was a small toy section and I spotted a little toy gun I thought would be perfect for Randy. While he was distracted, checking out something else, I went to the counter and â&#x20AC;&#x153;clandestinelyâ&#x20AC;? paid for it. Obviously I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want him to see it before Christmas morning.

Mum had advised me not to take too long. After a short time, armed with our purchases we trudged home.

I was so excited about the idea of giving my brother a gift that as we were walking along I inadvertently told him I had a present for him. Unfortunately I went one step farther! â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got something really special for you,â&#x20AC;? I told my brother. A few seconds later I added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Yup â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I think youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re really going to like the gun-nnnnâ&#x20AC;Ś..No, not GUN, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not what I meant. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just something you will really like.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whew â&#x20AC;&#x201C; almost spilled the beans,â&#x20AC;? I thought to myself.

Spilled the beans! I had just emptied the whole can for goodness sakes. Unbelievable!

But when I looked at Randy he was skipping along and I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even think he

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Lifestyle â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Just a week left until the big day and like many men I had to scramble to get my Christmas gift buying done.

I only have one person to buy for, my wife Kathleen. She does the rest. And yet I still have to motivate myself. I am never among the Christmas Eve brigade of male shoppers, however! I refuse to join the last second buyers who brave the line-ups at the cash registers in order to buy the leftovers or lay out a lot of cash for something they would never normally buy. Last minute shopping can be very expensive!

I know the commercial side of Christmas spoils the true meaning of the day and I am among the writers who have lamented that fact in the past. Still, the reality is that gift buying is extremely important to the economy and that is a positive up side to this busy season.

For a writer Christmas provides a good opportunity to reminisce and rather than look at the down side I would much rather serve up some memories I am sure many of you will relate to.

First though it is time for me to do a little penance. In a column a few years ago I jabbed those who have exchanged the tradition of a real Christmas tree for the easier to manage artificial variety. Among those who felt the sting of that â&#x20AC;&#x153;criticismâ&#x20AC;? was my sister Linda in Stittsville. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s used a â&#x20AC;&#x153;fake treeâ&#x20AC;? for many years and is vocal in her defence of the practice. Admittedly, from a distance you would never know their tree is artificial.

Linda recalls me writing that I â&#x20AC;&#x153;would never allow such a tree in our house.â&#x20AC;?

With my propensity for being outspoken, she is no doubt correct.

Well, this year I succumbed to Kathyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pleadings and a phoney evergreen now stands in our downstairs family room.

My wife grew tired of the annual â&#x20AC;&#x153;fightâ&#x20AC;? to get a real tree up and looking straight.

She detested the mess left behind when the much drier version went out to the curb in January.

Hearing the news my sister is expecting to see the truth come out in my column. So there, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve admitted it. The good news is that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pretty realistic and doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t look half bad. I did insist on something that looks real!

Still, I miss the look and the smell of a real Scotch pine. And to all the tree growers out there, a humble apology!

I began this missive by referring to Christmas gift buying. I grew up in Stittsville, long before it became part of the urban sprawl of greater Ottawa.

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Nicole McKenna, at age 16 is one of those rare inspirations.

Last January, when she was just 15, Nicole’s dad, Chris, died unexpectedly from a heart attack.

“Nicole, being an only child, was very close to her dad,” says her aunt, Linda McKenna.

In spite of the abruptness of that loss, Nicole chose to speak at her dad’s funeral.

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In November, Red Cross Care came back with an offer that would have given workers an 11-cent increase per hour and one cent increase for mileage. It was rejected by the union members.

As Stoddard explains, she’s been with the company now for four years but she’s making exactly the same wage as people who have been there for 10 and 11 years.

“They haven’t had a wage increase in five years, not even cost of living – nothing,” said Stewart.

Even Red Cross is inconsistent in how it compensates its workers in various parts of the country.

“In northern communities they pay fuel and $15 per hour for travel time, because they have a hard time finding and keeping PSWs in those areas,” said Stewart.

The biggest part of the dispute is over travel compensation, according to Stoddard, who stresses that a walk-out was the last thing anyone wanted to do.

“Our biggest concern is our clients; we’ve built relationships of trust with them,” said Stoddard.

In rural areas there can be a lot of unpaid travel time and with the rising cost of gas, 32 cents a kilometer doesn’t cut it anymore, she pointed out.

“A Smiths Falls worker may have clients in Smiths Falls, Toledo, Franktown, Mallorytown, Athens, Perth, Jasper, Easton’s Corners and Merrickville,” she explained.

Although the agency can’t ask a worker to put in more than 12 hours a day, when scheduling gets tight, they do ask their existing workers for more time, which the PSW often picks up at his or her own discretion, simply to make ends meet.

“The longest day I’ve worked is 16 hours,” said Stoddard. “The thing is that our job is feast or famine - either you have the hours or you don’t, so you’ll take whatever you can get.”

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“We absolutely respect the PSWs’ right to strike, but our priority is to our home-care clients,” said Gary Buffett, manager of community care SouthEast with CCAC. In the meantime CCAC is doing everything in its power to ensure that Red Cross Care Partner clients are not impacted by the walk-out.

“Each client is assigned a priority code, so high priority patients are those who are dependent on us, and those patients have been transferred to other care providers,” said Buffett.

According to Buffett, Red Cross Care Partners had 900 clients before the walk-out, of those, 240 were high priority which leaves 650 less critical clients who are still with Red Cross Care Partners until it becomes clear how the agency is going to manage with existing staff.

“Our focus right now is on the safety and wellbeing of our clients and we’re working very closely with CCAC in every community to minimize the impact of this strike on our clients,” said Tanya Elliott, director of communications with Red Cross Care Partners.

In the meantime new patients are being referred to other care providers.

“The system flow-out from the hospitals to Red Cross Care Partners stopped last week,” said Buffett last Thursday.

It isn’t clear right now how long the strike will last.

“At this point there is no schedule, but the lines of communication with the union representing the PSWs remain open,” said Elliott.

It’s not clear exactly what that means with workers walking the picket line and the union still waiting to hear from Red Cross.

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Community - The two Chartwell senior residences in town challenged each other to collect food and donations for the local food bank. Van Horne’s Tammy Parent, and Marie O’Neill flank Carolyn Barr of the food bank as they present her a cheque for $1,026.96, as the challenge winner.

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SMITHS FALLS NISSAN 211 Lombard Street, Smiths Falls, ON Tel: (613) 283-4000 THE EMC - SF4 - Thursday, December 19, 2013

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HUB expands its offerings and welcomes new groups and activities hsorour@perfprint.ca

Lifestyle - Exciting things are happening at the HUB. The new pool at the Gallipeau Centre, which opened its doors on Sept. 7, has been expanding its programs furiously to accommodate public demand. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re developing and adding new programs - for example weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve added three more aquatic programs, and welcoming two new groups to the pool, starting some groups of our own, and offering special programs over the holidays,â&#x20AC;? said Barbara Richmire, aquatic coordinator.

Starting with the aquatic fitness, the HUB offers two separate levels. The first are gentle classes on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons for people who are just getting active again. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All of our other classes are challenging and modified to meet individual needs,â&#x20AC;? said Richmire.

Aquatic fitness participants can choose either the deep or shallow end of the pool, and all the classes offer up to 45 minutes of aerobic activities in a non-competitive environment where everyone is encouraged to go at their own pace.

According to Richmire, aqua fit classes are a fantastic exercise for all ages and both genders, because water offers resistance to all movements, which strengthens muscles and encourages a full range of motion and flexibility. At the same time the cushioning effect of the water supports joints to prevent injury. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As well, working out in the water is beneficial to the lymphatic system and internal organs,â&#x20AC;? said Richmire.

All aquatic classes at the HUB finish with gentle stretching and relaxation exercises so that participants leave refreshed and relaxed according to Richmire.

Among the new groups Richmire mentioned are the Special Olympics and Smiths Falls Collegiate Institute. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The HUB was very welcoming to having the Special Olympics here to train because we had to drive to Perth before,â&#x20AC;? said Bonnie Bulmer, Special Olympics coach.

There are three different levels of Smiths Falls Special Olympics athletes now training once a week at the HUB. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have four swimmers who are competitive, three that are working towards that, and one who

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Back row left to right: Jenna Laidlaw, assistant coach; Aaron Pegg, athlete; Bonnie Bulmer, coach; Turner Sutton, assistant coach; Kendell Murphy, athlete; Heather Haveron, athlete; and Robbie Hull, athlete. Front row (left to right) Matthew Morgan, athlete; Kristy Jones, athlete; and Jessi Neal, athlete.

Absent from the photo is Jeff Hallinan, athlete. is an adapted swimmer, meaning a swimmer who needs assistance.â&#x20AC;? said Bulmer.

The Smiths Falls Special Olympics program is pretty strong and includes eight athletes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They went to their first swim meet in Arnprior on the Dec. 1, and every one of them came home with a medal. They were competing against 120 athletes,â&#x20AC;? said Judy

â&#x20AC;&#x153;They donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have starting blocks and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nice to do timed trials in a 25 meter pool rather than the 20 meters at the HUB,â&#x20AC;? said Bill Wheeler, SFDCI coach.

Over the holidays the HUB is also offering three special holiday swims between Dec. 23 and Jan. 3.

They also have regular weekly public swims on Tuesday and Thursday 6 to 7 pm, Friday 7 to 8 pm and Saturday afternoon from 2 to 4 pm. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These swims allow children and their parents time to play in the water and increase the number of minutes that parents and their children are

physically active,â&#x20AC;? said Richmire.

Then in the new year, the HUB will be adding adult swim lessons and a junior lifeguard club along with a junior per-competitive club for youth to improve their skills and work on their strokes for competition. There are also Masters swimming programs for adults who want to keep up their fitness on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. and on Fridays at 6 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Masters program accommodates all different levels and the only requirement is that they must be able to swim one length of the pool,â&#x20AC;? said Richmire.

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Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute is also going to move some of their training to the HUB. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll still have to train in Perth or Carleton Place as well because there are a few things that make the HUB a challenge for competitive training.

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The Salvation Army Mississippi-Rideau Lakes Corps Ontario Central Division Smiths Falls, Perth and Carleton Place Salvation Army are in Need of Food and Financial Donations for Christmas to provide Family Hampers, Emergency Food and Housing support.

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Briefs from the last Smiths Falls council meeting of the 2013 year News - At the last council meetings of 2013, a special committee-of-the-whole (COW) was called prior to the regular council meeting scheduled for 5 p.m.

There were two delegations at COW, the first was by Mike Porubovic, acting on behalf of Keith and Joan Cassell who own the building at 35 Elmsley (the former South Unit Hospital) addressing a couple of work orders that had been issued by the town in mid-November for completion by Dec. 5.

According to Porubovic, they are asking for an extension on the deadline for completion of remedial work as the Cassells have applied for a demolition permit.

The second delegation by Jim Guest of Greer Galloway Group,

was an informative presentation on the progress of the town’s asset management plan.

The provincially mandated plan collected data on the town’s assets and prioritized the repair, rehabilitation and life extension of the town’s infrastructure and other assets.

“I look forward to reading the report,” said Coun. Dawn Quinn.

“Now we have a document that shows us what we have and makes it easier for us to go forward.”

The report does, according to Guest, highlight areas that need urgent work, but it also highlights the town’s strengths.

“You have a lot of pluses here, like the new water treatment plant and new arena. It’s a normal mix that you would see in any municipality,” said Guest.

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Candlelight Christmas Eve Service Community – Candlelight Christmas Eve Service – Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Lombardy.

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Christmas hymns, the warmth of family and friends, and Holy Communion make this service a true celebration.

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Budget Monitoring ment his company has prepared The town’s deficit dropped with the help of town staff, while it sets certain priorities is again by the end of November to $125,000 from $170,000 not set in stone. in October according to Janet Koziel.

“You have a lot of “Land sales have been higher than expected at about pluses here, like the $300,000,” said Koziel. new water treatment That money can according Koziel go into reserves as is plant and new arena.” to the usual practice or a portion JIM GUEST of it can be used to pay off the deficit. “The good news is that GREER GALLOWAY GROUP the land sale revenue exceeded “It’s a living document, it’s our expectation so we need to going to vary from time to time. have a discussion about how to It is an ever-evolving document use that excess during our budthat you work with and change get deliberations on Jan. 4,” said as your needs change,” he said. Mayor Dennis Staples.

The important thing is that Student council the document is complete and The town has passed a bylaw that means that the town is in a position to apply for infrastruc- appointing two Smiths Falls ture funding which would not be and District Collegiate institute possible without an asset man- Grade 10 students to council as student councillors for the balagement plant in place.

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lamy Farms development of 350 units over the next several years. Councillors Lorraine Allen and Shawn Pankow voted against passing the bylaws citing the lack of planned green space as their objection.

Garbage tag increase A bylaw has been passed to increase garbage tag costs from $2 to $3 as of February 2014.

Residents will still be able to put out up to two garbage bags for pick-up without a tag. Any bags beyond those two will have to be tagged. Large items, which are defined as anything too large to fit in garbage bag, will need two tags on each item. A notice of the changes will be sent out to residents shortly.

“We will need to be a bit patient with people at first - and I know Bellamy Farms Two bylaws were passed at staff are very good about that - as the last council session of 2013 they get used to the change,” said clearing the way for the Bel- Coun. Ken Graham.

Montague pound A petition has been circulating regarding the proposed Montague animal pound, however council is in agreement that Town of Smiths Falls will not be supporting the initiative.

“We have had the discussion and we are not interested in pursuing the development of a pound and will continue our arrangement with Lanark Animal Welfare Society,” said Staples.

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News – On Monday, Dec. 16, Leeds-Grenville MPP Steve Clark joined the Elgin Lions Club at their annual Christmas dinner to celebrate some good news.

This past October, the club was awarded a $139,200 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation to make improvements to their community facility. Also joining the group was Elgin Lions Club president Jim Summers, Lions Club members and Rideau Lakes Township Deputy Mayor Bob Lavoie and Coun. Linda Carr.

“I’m thrilled to announce the Elgin Lions Club has received $139,200 from the Ontario Trillium Foundation to make renovations to the community hall,” stated Clark. “This facility is such an important asset for community groups in the Rideau Lakes Township area as a place to meet and celebrate special occasions. I’m so pleased this grant will be used to ensure the hall is accessible to everyone.”

Starting next year, the club will use the funding, along with community donations and contributions from ongoing Elgin Lions Club fundraisers, to make their community hall washrooms and entrance accessible to all members of the community. As their facility is the largest in the Township of Rideau Lakes, the renovations will impact a large number of residents, community groups and those who rent the space for private functions.

“Thanks to the funding, we can ensure our hall meets accessibility standards and can accommodate all members of our community, especially seniors. We hope this will make sure everyone in Elgin can attend the many community events we hold, such as public flu clinics, federal or provincial election polls, and other township or non-profit organizations’ meetings,” said Carol Haapala, treasurer of the club.

The Elgin Lions Hall is home to this group of volunteers who are very involved with many fundraising events that help to support many local programs, individuals and activities.

Their commitment to the community is strong, and new members are always welcome.

A leading grant-maker in Canada, the Ontario Trillium Foundation strengthens the capacity of the voluntary sector through investments in community-based initiatives. An agency of the Government of Ontario, OTF builds healthy and vibrant communities.

For more information about the Elgin Lions Club, please call 613-3591166 or find out more about the Ontario Trillium Foundation by visiting www.otf.ca.

Leeds-Grenville MPP Steve Clark joined members of the Elgin Lions Club for their annual Christmas dinner on Dec. 16 to announce the club has received a $139,200 Ontario Trillium Foundation grant. The funds will be used for accessibility improvements to the Lions Community Hall. Above, from left: Township of Rideau Lakes Coun. Linda Carr, deputy mayor Bob Lavoie, LeedsGrenville MPP Steve Clark, Lions Club president Jim Summers and Lions Club treasurer Carol Haapala.

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Community - Members of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital management team support the Lanark County sexual assault and domestic violence program, sponsored by the hospital. Pictured, Bill Rowe, manager, Pharmacy; Nancy Shaw, VP, Clinical Services; Brian Allen, VP, Finance & Support Services; Michele Bellows, VP, Patient Care Services/ CNE; front row, Linda Bisonette, President & CEO; Mary Pat Bingley, Manager, LCSA & DV Program, Pat Warren, Patient Care Manager, Diagnostic Imaging.

PSFDH supports purple scarves Community - Members of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital management team proudly wore their purple scarves in support of the Lanark County Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Program (LCSA & DV). This program is sponsored by the hospital.

The group marked Dec. 6, being Canada’s National Day of Action and Remembrance on Violence Against Women. The date coincides with the massacre of 14 women in 1989 at the L’Ecole Polytechnique in Montreal.

Mary Pat Bingley, Manager, LCSA & DV, commented that, “ongoing recognition and remembrance of this fateful event enhances awareness that the issue of violence against women and children continues to be a significant safety concern.”

President & CEO, Linda Bisonette added that

she appreciates the work done by many local partners in focusing resources and services on keeping our friends, families and neighbours safe.

Town of Smiths Falls Police Service as well local OPP participated in the hospital recognition event.

The Emergency Departments of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospitals, Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital and the Almonte General Hospital provide specialized medical and nursing care to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault through the LCSA & DV Program.

This includes immediate crisis intervention, crisis counseling, safety planning, follow-up, referrals, advocacy and forensic evidence collection. You can access more information online at www. endabuseinlanark.ca.

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Hospital staff actively encouraging public to get their flu shot now News - The Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital is committed to minimizing the risk of transmission of all types of infection to all those who are cared for, or who carry on activities in the hospital.

Influenza is an acute respiratory illness with a sudden onset of fever and cough. Other symptoms can include general aches and pains along with headache and fatigue. “We continue to deal with the similar strains of influenza that contributed to the 2009 H1N1 pandemic,” noted Kim Kehoe, Manager, Laboratory Services.

As the influenza season is upon us, here are few important tips to help keep you and your family healthy: • get your flu shot; • wash your hands with soap and water thoroughly and often; • keep hand sanitizer handy (home, office, car, etc.); • cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze; • avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth; • avoid large crowds where viruses can spread quickly; • keep common surfaces clean

VILLAGE OF MERRICKVILLE-WOLFORD NOTICE OF THE PASSING OF A ZONING BY-LAW (Conway) TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Village of Merrickville-Wolford passed By-law No. 22-10 on the 9th day of December, 2013 under Section 34 of the Planning Act, RSO 1990, as amended.

TAKE NOTICE that any appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board in respect of the Zoning By-law Amendment must be filed with the Clerk of the Village of Merrickville-Wolford not later than the 8th day of January, 2014.

A notice of appeal must set out the reasons for the appeal, and the specific part of the proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment to which the appeal applies. A notice of appeal must be accompanied by a fee of $125.00 as prescribed by the Ontario Municipal Board.

TAKE NOTICE that only individuals, corporations and public bodies may appeal the Zoning By-law Amendment to the Ontario Municipal Board. A notice of appeal may not be filed by an unincorporated association or group. However, a notice of appeal may be filed in the name of an individual who is a member of the association or the group on its behalf.

TAKE NOTICE that no person or public body shall be added as a party to the hearing of the appeal unless, before the Zoning By-law Amendment was passed, the person or public body made oral submissions at a public meeting or written submissions to the Council or, in the opinion of the Ontario Municipal Board, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party.

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Linda Bisonette, president & CEO, offered “flu” shots to the members of the hospital Board of Directors at the recent board meeting in November. Pictured here Bisonette, and Wayne Johnson, board member. and disinfected; and • stay well by getting proper rest and eating properly.

The single best way to stay healthy is to get vaccinated every year. This year’s vaccination offers protection against the influenza strains such as A (H1N1); A (H3N2)-like virus; and B/2012like virus.

Michele Bellows, vice presi-

dent, patient care services and CNE, noted that, “a number of influenza vaccination clinics are held in the hospital for staff, physicians and volunteers, however the vaccine is also widely available from physician’s offices, local pharmacies, community health centres and public health.”

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NOTIFICATION Habitat Regulations for Protecting Species at Risk

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the complete Zoning By-law Amendment is available for inspection during normal office hours at the Clerk’s Office at 317 Brock Street West.

DATED AT THE VILLAGE OF MERRICKVILLE-WOLFORD, THIS 11th DAY OF DECEMBER, 2013 Jill Eagle, CAO/Clerk Village of Merrickville-Wolford Telephone: 613-269-4791

EXPLANATORY NOTE

The Zoning By-law Amendment affects an area of approximately 5,200 m2 (1.3 acres) located at the northeast corner of Read Street and Lewis Street West. The area includes the unopened Drummond Street road allowance between Read Street and St. Patrick Street.

The Zoning By-law Amendment re-zones the area from the “Development” (D) Zone to the “Residential Type 2-Exception” (R2-1) and “Residential Type 3-Exception” (R3-1) Zones.

The subject area is currently vacant, but is designated for residential development in the Official Plan.

The Zoning By-law Amendment: 1. re-zones the Lewis Street West road frontage to the “Residential Type 2-Exception” (R2-1) Zone to permit a total of 14 street townhouse dwellings; and, 2. re-zones the balance of the area, including the unopened Drummond Street road allowance, to the “Residential Type 3-Exception” (R3-1) Zone to permit a 3-storey, 43 unit apartment building. As part of the proposed apartment project, the Village intends to convey the unopened Drummond Street road allowance to the developer to include in the apartment building property.

The “exception” provisions in both the R2-1 and R3-1 Zones establish site specific regulations for setbacks and density in order to permit the proposed development.

Ontario is fortunate to have a wide variety of plants and animals. Over 200 of these species, however, are currently ‘at risk’. One of the key threats to their survival is habitat loss.

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Under the Endangered Species Act, 2007, the Government of Ontario has passed habitat regulations for Bogbean Buckmoth, Four-leaved Milkweed, Fowler’s Toad, Laura’s Clubtail, Queensnake and Rusty-patched Bumble Bee and an amendment to the existing habitat provision for Pale-bellied Frost Lichen. These provisions will help protect and recover these plants and animals. The regulations come into force on January 1, 2014.

Want to know more about habitat regulations or the Endangered Species Act? Information on the regulations is available on the Environmental Registry of the Environmental Bill of Rights website at ontario.ca/ebr (Registry #011-9021) and on the Species at Risk website at ontario.ca/speciesatrisk.

For alternative formats of this information, please e-mail: sar.habitat@ontario.ca or call toll-free at 1-800-667-1940.

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Community - A fun afternoon was had at the Van Horne cookie bake-off contest on Tuesday, Dec. 3. There were 14 bakers including Van Horne residents, staff and community residents who baked shortbread, ginger, oatmeal date and even bacon cookies.

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By JOHN NGUYEN Edited by Josh Vincent and Blake Cameron

News – The following is part of a series of research papers completed by Grade 10 History students at Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute as part of the Lest We Forget program. The features focus on residents of Smiths Falls who made the supreme sacrifice for their country during World War II. Robert Gregory Drew was born November 12, 1922 in Smiths Falls, Ontario. Robert was the son of John and Matilda Drew. He had four sisters and three brothers. Robert was the youngest in the family. Before he joined the army he had attended agricultural school. He was standing at five foot nine weighing at 160 pounds at enlistment. He had blue eyes and spoke fluent English and German.

During his times in the military he wrote letters to his family every few days to keep in touch with them. Some of the letters were to his siblings, some to his father, but most of them were to his mother.

Robert was a member of the Presbyterian Church. He lived at 14 George Street when he enlisted on December 4, 1939. He had just turned eighteen.

When he was writing to his siblings or father he would usually start off with Dear Geo (sister) or dear dad. But when he was talking to his mom he would start off with dearest mother/mom. In most Photo from Veteran Affairs Canada of his letters to his siblings and father he would talk about what was going on Robert Gregory Drew around him and what the country he was in looked like. In one of his letters he to his family. He even sent a mother’s was writing to his father explaining the day letter to his mother during his scenery of the place he was in and how military time. his father should visit some day. In total His reasons on why he left home to he would have written over 150+ letters

join the military were to support his family. In an interview with the nephew of Robert it was suggested that his father said one of the family members should go into the military to serve their country. Robert was the one that decided to go. Robert had said in his military file that the job he would like to do after his discharge was to stay in the army.

Robert enlisted in the military on December 4, 1939 in Pembroke, Ontario. He was first part of the Lanark & Renfrew Scottish Regiment but later was transferred to the Governor General Foot Guards, 21st Canadian Armored Regiment. His rank was at the time Guardsman and he was a tank gun loader and mechanic. The responsibilities of a tank gun loader and mechanic is to load the gun and fire the gun in the tank.

In his military file it was noted he would have been awarded various medals but the medals are only given when the war is over. In Robert Drew’s circumstances after his death his mother would receive his medals.

On September 23, 1942 Robert left Halifax aboard a transport troop ship heading for England arriving on October 7, 1942. Robert would continue his training until July 22, 1944 when he would leave the port town of South Hampton in southern England and land in France to take part in the Normandy campaign south of the city of Caen.

be okay.” Later that afternoon he got called out into the field and was put in a tank and was asked to continue the fight in the Falaise Gap area which was part of Operation Totalize which was known as one of the fiercest and deadly battles in World War Two. As they were driving down a one-lane road a German tank On the morning of his final day had spotted them and fired upon Drew’s (August 22) Robert wrote a letter to tank. The shot was accurate and deadly his mother saying that he would be as the tank took a direct hit. home soon and everything “is going to See LEST page SF18

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On the morning of 22nd August the pursuit to the Somme began. Number 1 and 2 Squadron began a quick cross-country advance through dense woods and orchards overrunning German machine gun posts and disorganized infantry as the tanks made their way toward Point 210. Along with the GGFG was the British Columbia Regiment which had suffered heavy casualties from anti-tank fire when crossing the fields and dense woods. The British Columbia Regiment held their position while the GGFG advanced.

Major Froats led his squadron in the advance, but when the tanks, advancing in line ahead down the road, had gone less than a thousand yards, a Tiger tank and several anti-tanks guns opened fire from concealed positions at the sides of the road. His tank was the first hit, but Major Froats continued to direct his squadron… In quick succession, the squadron second-in-command’s tank, which had immediately engaged, was holed, and Captain W.W.K. MacPhail and two of his crew, Gdsm.

Drew and Hooks, were killed instantly.”

The German fire which had come from the dense woods on both sides of the road meant that the rest of the tanks in 1st and 2nd Squadron had to abandon the road and withdraw from action returning to the area of Point 210.

Robert Gregory is now in the memories of his family. The medals that were awarded to him were; 1939-45 Star, France – Germany Star, Defence Medal, War Medal, and Canadian Volunteer Service Medal with clasp. This is all now put in a glass box where his brothers and sisters have saved it. His brother and sisters have collected all his letters that he had written while overseas and have kept them in a small brown suitcase where it is locked so his memories will be kept with them for a long time. He is buried in Bretteville-surLaize Canadian War Cemetery and now can Robert Gregory Drew is buried in Bretteville-sur-Laize Canadian War Cemetery. finally rest in peace.

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Lanark County Vigil Community – Dec. 6 marked the National Day of Remembrance in Smiths Falls as Lanark County Interval House (LCIH) encouraged the public to join in solidarity at the Kinsmen Park to remember women and children who have died as a result of violence against them. Left, Erin Lee Todd, executive director at LCIH, and Smiths Falls Mayor Dennis Staples hold the first poster of local residents and community leaders sporting their purple scarves in support of stopping violence against women.

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Community - Kindergarten to Grade 3 students enrolled in the Before and After School program organized by the Child Development Centre at St. James the Greater, collected $160 in Canadian Tire money and then as a group went shopping, and picked up nine gifts for the Salvation Army Angel Tree. Shown here, the proud students with Canadian Tire owner Ken Doucette, along with Tammy MacPherson one of the program supervisors.

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Community - At their monthly meeting Nov. 26, Lanark District Labour Council made a donation of $1,500 to the four area food banks. Top, shown here Carolyn Barr, manager of the Smiths Falls and District Community Food Bank; Tara Langford, OPSEU Local 435; Elsie Day, Hugh Colton, community events and promotion at Smiths Falls Town and Country Chrysler; Susan Hansen; Ike Doornekamp OSSTF District 26; Herve Cavanagh, OPSEU Local 466; Danny Whitmore, PSAC local 61; and John Jackson, CUPE Local 2119. Bottom, Carolyn Barr, manager of the Smiths Falls and District Community Food Bank receives a cheque from John Jackson, CUPE Local 2119.

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You once told me you were “getting rusty” with your sketching skills as you sat beside me in the backseat of my Dad’s truck, on a long car ride across South-Eastern Ontario. I had just asked you, in my typically-characteristicheadstrong fashion, if you would spend the drive’s duration sketching my portrait. So, like you always do, you sweetly and gingerly entertained my request -- quickly diving into that familiar entrancing space I can only ever seem to understand when lost in the realm of creation myself.

Seldom was anyone fortunate enough to steal a peek at your gentle hands as they grazed the paper; your pencils and brushes so careful and meticulous. At my childhood art lessons with you at your easel in Waterloo, you told me the best acronym to remember when sketching something that another artist had once taught you, was K.I.S.S. (keep it simple, stupid). You also told me to squint if I was having trouble seeing where to shade the shadows on each apple you instructed me to sketch for you.

Something I will never fully understand (which you once told me yourself you felt that you lacked) was the depth of your patience and grace. Gradually unveiled hundreds upon hundreds of sketches and watercolors throughout your 78 years with us in such steady, calculated phases. So fascinatingly slowly and carefully; so humbly and so unsurely. Once you sketched me playing in the sand in Elliot Lake as a toddler (it’s still hanging in my bathroom). One year, you painted each favourite Disney character and had Grampa frame them for every grandchild.

One memory I think I will carry with me forever, was just last summer in 2012, when I joined you in Burritts Rapids for what would

be your last art show on the Merrickville Artists Guild studio house tour. I was captivated by every brush stroke as was every guest to your home that day; even moreso by your coy modesty and quietness around all of your work. You never had any idea just how incredibly gifted you were.

Regrettably, the impatient youth I was and continue to be into adulthood (I come by it honestly) protested your traditional creative method.

One evening in Kitchener, I called to tell you that I could no longer attend your art lessons after only a few weeks learning from you. This might explain why my art has turned out the way that it has (what some may call acrylic abstract expressionism -- others most likely: an audacity).

If my relationship with art were metaphorical in some way, I feel this would mirror my relationship with Jacqueline Jane Jefferys (nee Booth) as my paternal grandmother.

While entrenched in adolescent self-absorption, trying so desperately to find ourselves and our place in the world, I find that we become distracted – sadly and all too often – from our vitality.

Those rituals, relationships and bonds whose presence and influence are what give our life it’s very meaning, can become shelved or put on hiatus. As I have grown into my twenties, I noticed an aching need to create again. And curiously, in tandem, I found that once again I needed her as well.

My Gramma touched more lives in her life than anyone I have ever known. Her wake this past summer at Blair and Sons in Smiths Falls saw an overwhelming seven hundred and fifty+ visitations – some who traveled great distances just to be there for a few moments to say thank

you for whatever one of her innumerable acts of generosity or thoughtfulness had touched them in some way.

Though very frightened inside and often too proud to show emotion in such a public arena (another charming trait I come by honestly), I couldn’t help but find myself profoundly moved. I completely lost track of the stories upon stories, the hands clutched so tightly, and the warm tears shed with literally every conceivable walk of life. What a powerful reminder of the beauty, and capacity of just one human spirit. I miss her every day, but have found solace in one thing in particular that I know would have made my Gramma happy.

Her words and art. My apartment is full of her paintings, drawings, countless photographs, and so many poems, prayers and inspirational letters written to me over the years. Though she may not be with me physically for subsequent milestones throughout my life, she lives on in so many ways.

I want to thank her for shaping me into who I am today – and somehow, by some twist of fate that I am grateful for, relaying a couple of her gifts onto me even if I did throw in the towel on those generous art lessons a little prematurely.

Thanks, Gramma. I love you.

To view some of Jackie Jefferys’ artwork, visit the Merrickville Artists Guild website: http://www.merrickvilleartists.com/portfolios/ jackie/html/jackie-port.htm Jenn is a communications and marketing strategist, freelance journalist, and occasional artist living in Ottawa, ON. This piece is dedicated in loving memory to the source of her creative and feminist inspiration: Jacqueline Jane Jefferys (nee Booth) -- 1935-2013. You can follow Jenn on Twitter @JsquaredCOMM

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The Smiths Falls Jr. A Bears entertained the Kanata Stallions on Friday night and pulled out a big shootout victory. Pictured above, Alek Deblois (right) goes up against Kanata’s Kris Myllari in second period action. To the right, Smiths Falls Stefano Momesso tries to keep the puck from Jason Brochu.

Bears earn one the hard way nearing end of 2013

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Sports - The Smiths Falls Jr. A Bears parlayed an early 2-1 deficit to a 3-2 shootout win on Friday night in Central Canada Hockey League play against the Kanata Stallions. The win allows them to hold steady in the Robinson Division, in second place behind the Carleton Place Canadians.

Assistant coach Walt Dubas said the bench bosses were not thrilled with the team’s performance, despite the win.

“I didn’t think we played as well as we can,” Dubas said. ‘We skated, but not particularly well. To come out of the weekend with two points, especially up against Kanata and Ottawa, it was good.”

The Bears used some support from Michael Buonincontri, who’s back from the United States Hockey League (USHL). He was offered a scholarship last fall and took the opportunity.

The Bears acquired him back, Dubas said, for the remainder of the season. He will head to St. Cloud, MN, next fall as he will be attending university there.

In a brief interview with a local cable company after the game, Buonincontri said it was great to be back in the Bears den.

“It’s been a good thing for me, I’m excited to be back,” he said.

Buonincontri said he was working on getting bigger and stronger when playing with the Sioux Falls Stampede, where he played 17

games, scoring five goals and picking up one assist. He is happy to be back in Smiths Falls with a little more experience to his credit.

Buonincontri is headed to St. Cloud State University, and added that he’s hoping for a big finish with the Bears before heading to Minnesota.

Dubas said it’s good to have Buonincontri back in the lineup.

“He’s a good player, strong and can score goals,” Dubas said.

Smiths Falls 3 Kanata 2 (SO) After a scoreless first period Friday night, the Stallions jumped to a 2-1 lead with goals from Alex Robinson and Alex Stothart.

Karson McCartney had the lone goal for the Bears, which came on the power play at 11:06, assisted by Stefano Momesso and Victor Beaulac.

Smiths Falls forced the overtime with 3:41 left to play in the third period, when Beaulac set up Zachary Senyshyn with the tying marker.

Brett Costello also had a hand with the assist.

A scoreless overtime period played out for the 492 people in the stands, before a shootout determined the game winner.

Momesso and Senyshyn each scored in the one-on-one tango.

Michael Pinios recorded the win with 25 saves to his credit. Cole Skinner was hit with the loss.

Stars of the game included Pinios, Senyshyn

for the Bears and Jason Brochu for Kanata.

Ottawa Jr. Senators 4 Smiths Falls 2 On Saturday night, the Bears fell to the Ottawa Jr. Sens after holding steady at two apiece following two periods of play.

Ottawa shot back to score two unanswered goals in the final period for the win.

Scoring for the Bears were Buonincontri on the power play in the first period, assisted by Daniel Lombardi and Taylor Henry; and Senyshyn in the second, also on the power play, with assists from Beaulac and Chris MacMillan.

Goal scorers for Ottawa were Geoffrey Lawson, Deric Boudreau, Joey Champigny and Ryan Collins.

The winning netminder was Alexandre Savard-Belanger, while Cory Simic was hit with the loss.

Stars of the game included Champigny and Michael Evelyn for Ottawa and Senyshyn for Smiths Falls.

Just 156 fans were in the stands to watch this game in Ottawa.

The Bears hosted Cumberland Tuesday, but results were not available at press time.

Friday, the boys host Pembroke at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, they are in Pembroke for a 7 p.m. start in their last game of 2013.

“If someone had told me that after losing 14 players last year, that we were going to be third overall at the Christmas break, I would have questioned their sanity,” Dubas added. “We are pleasantly surprised.”

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CCHL standings Through Monday, Dec. 16, 2013

ROBINSON DIVISION TEAM GP W L OTL SOL Carleton Place 40 34 5 0 1 Smiths Falls 38 23 12 3 0 Cornwall 36 18 14 1 3 Brockville 36 18 17 1 0 Kemptville 36 14 17 2 3 Hawkesbury 38 11 23 3 1 YZERMAN DIVISION TEAM GP W L OTL SOL Pembroke 37 23 9 2 3 Ottawa 36 23 12 0 1 Nepean 38 19 12 4 3 Kanata 38 16 17 1 4 Cumberland 37 14 19 4 0 Gloucester 38 11 22 2 3

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RESULTS Monday, Dec. 9 Gloucester 2 Cornwall 1 Tuesday, Dec. 10 Kanata 4 Ottawa 3 Wednesday, Dec. 11 Carleton Place 7 Ottawa 3 Thursday, Dec. 12 Cornwall 5 Hawkesbury 2 Friday, Dec. 13 Brockville 3 Cumberland 1 Gloucester 5 Hawkesbury 1 Cornwall 6 Kemptville 5 Smiths Falls 3 Kanata 2 (SO) Carleton Place 4 Pembroke 1 Saturday, Dec. 14 Ottawa 4 Smiths Falls 2 Sunday, Dec. 15 Kemptville 6 Brockville 4 Nepean 5 Kanata 2 Cumberland 5 Gloucester 2 Carleton Place 2 Pembroke 1 (SO) Tuesday, Dec. 17 Gloucester at Kanata, 7:30 p.m.

Cumberland at Smiths Falls, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 18 Pembroke at Nepean, 7 p.m.

Cumberland at Ottawa, 7:30 p.m.

UPCOMING GAMES Thursday, Dec. 19 Brockville at Cornwall, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 20 Cornwall at Brockville 7:30 p.m.

Nepean at Hawkesbury 7:30 p.m.

Cumberland at Kemptville 7:30 p.m.

Pembroke at Smiths Falls, 7:30 p.m.

Gloucester at Carleton Place, 7:45 p.m.

The Bears have Michael Buonincontri (15) back in the lineup as he was playing a stint in the USHL. He’s pictured here looking for a pass out front on Friday night during the shootout win over Kanata.

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Sports - A new exhibit to be launched at Heritage House Museum in Smiths Falls early in the new year is on the button when it comes to sharing the rich curling history of Smiths Falls and the Ottawa Valley overall.

“In partnership with the Smiths Falls Curling and Squash Club, Heritage House Museum is extremely proud to celebrate this great sport of curling, which will include fascinating curling facts, stories and artifacts from Smiths Falls and the Ottawa Valley,” museum curator Carol Miller says of the exhibit, which is being created in conjunction with the upcoming Smiths Falls Travelers Tankard 2014 Ontario Men’s Curling Championship.

“Curling and curling clubs are much more than just an athletic sport; they are an integral social centre of the community. This exhibit will sweep curlers and non-curlers off their sheets!”

Entitled “It’s in the House! A Look at Curling in the Ottawa Valley”, the exhibit is a collaborative effort of Heritage House Museum staff and a group of third year students in the Applied Museum Studies program at the Woodroffe Campus of Algonquin College in Ottawa. With the main project for this semester in the exhibit class being the creation of an exhibit, student Jill Metcalfe says “we definitely jumped at the chance when we heard about this opportunity.”

“We are lucky enough to make an actual exhibit rather than theoretical so we get to see it through,” adds Sara Gray who, along with Kyle Huth as coordinator, Joe Crupi and Natalie Bertrand, comprise the remainder of the project team from Algonquin College.

The exhibit is multi-faceted, focusing not only on the history of curling itself and the curling clubs in the Ottawa Valley but also the Olympics, the equipment used and media coverage. Research has included interviewing Shirley Adams, a curling historian from Ottawa, and some members of the local curling community who have a long-time involvement in the sport.\“We have spoken to Jill Fournier who has been curling since 1958 and is still curling and Amy Murphy who started curling in 1956,” Gray relates. “They are both very excited about the Tankard coming to Smiths Falls and plan to attend.”

The exhibit opens at Heritage House Museum on Jan. 20, 2014 and continues until March 28.

During the Travelers Tankard, which takes place Jan. 27 to Feb. 2 at the Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre, there will be satellite displays set up at the community centre and the curling club to encourage people to come and see the full exhibit at the museum.

As those involved in the project have discovered, curling has a long history in Smiths Falls dating back 140 years to 1873 when the first curling match was played on the Rideau River near the Frost and Wood plant. Likewise, iron curling stones were used almost exclusively in the Ottawa Valley.

“The use of irons instead of granites harkens back to the Seven Years War when the 78th Fraser Highlanders melted cannon balls to use as curling stones,” Huth explains.

Along with these and many other interesting pieces of trivia, visitors to the exhibit can expect to see numerous curling artifacts. These range from old curling photos and trophies to the original lease for the Smiths Falls Curling Club in 1879 to curl-

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This photo from the past showing curling on the Rideau Canal in Smiths Falls is one of many that will be on display as part of the curling exhibit that opens on Jan. 20 at Heritage House Museum as a complement to the Smiths Falls Travelers Tankard 2014 Ontario Men’s Curling Championship. ing stones that are over a hundred years old to some old brooms, one of which dates to the 1930s.

“It looks like an actual broom,” Gray says.

Likewise, pins have been collected from 48 curling clubs in the Ottawa Valley to be placed on a map showing the location of each of the clubs past and present.

To connect with the younger generation and hopefully spark an interest in curling so that they decide to try the sport, the exhibit will be interactive. For instance, younger visitors will have an opportunity to pick up a curling stone to feel how heavy it is, as well as design their own curling pin.

Agnes McVeety who is co-chairing with Paul Howard the host committee for the 2014 Travelers Tankard is excited about the curling exhibit.

“The roaring game of curling is an important part of our local heritage,” McVeety notes. “When Carol Miller introduced the idea of a history of curling display at the Heritage Museum, I saw this as an opportunity to promote curling and our Rideau Canal heritage. What a wonderful opportunity for the Tankard fans to explore our community.”

Huth is appreciative of the support the students have received in preparing the exhibit, both locally from McVeety and the Smiths Falls Curling and Squash Club and the Ottawa Valley Curling Association, as well as at the national level from the Canadian Curling Association (CCA). The CCA has made available to the exhibit a complete set of Brier pins from 1927 to the present day.

“One of the best things we have learned is how supportive the curling community has been to us,” he says.

The Algonquin College student hopes that those viewing the exhibit will come away with “an appreciation of how important curling has been in building these small communities and how important curling is to communities in general.”

Additional information on the curling exhibit can be obtained by contacting Heritage House Museum at 613-283-6311 or by email at cmiller@ smithsfalls.ca. For further information on the 2014 Travelers Tankard and special exhibit, visit www.smithsfalls.ca and click on the Tankard 2014 header or call 613-812-3372.

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Bear toss The Smiths Falls Bears in cooperation with the Salvation Army hold a Teddy Bear Toss game annually to provide a holiday feast for less fortunate families. During the Friday, Dec. 6 game, the Teddy Bear Toss took place, when Nic Marchand scored at 5:09 of the third period.

That’s when a record amount of teddy bears were tossed onto the ice by the fans of the local team.

The Bears work with the Salvation Army will continue on Saturday as the players man the kettle bells in various locations around town.

Photo by LAURIE WEIR

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Happy Holidays from the Township of Montague

Community - Salvation Army Major Faith Cameron plays during the Dec. 6 game at the Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre. It was part of the Salvation Army’s collaboration with the team who supports the kettle campaign during the holiday season.

Holiday Hours: The Township Municipal Offices will close at noon on December 24 and will re-open on January 2 at 9:00 a.m.

Payments can be made by telephone / internet banking at most financial institutions, by mail or at the municipal drop box (NO CASH).

Photo by LAURIE WEIR

Garbage Tags for 2014 can be picked up at the Municipal Office during regular office hours beginning Thursday, January 2, 2014.

Tags WILL NOT be mailed out to residents.

Tags may be carried over from year to year.

Holiday Waste & Recycling Collection Schedule: Recycling collection dates will change from Wednesday, December 25 to Thursday, December 26 and from Friday, December 27 to Saturday, December 28.

The following week will also change from Wednesday, January 1 to Thursday, January 2 and from Friday, January 3 to Saturday, January 4.

Waste collection will not occur on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day; it will be picked up on the following Thursday.

Friday collection remains the same.

Submitted photo by Dianne Pinder-Moss

Tankard exhibit Showing some of the many artifacts that will be on display at Heritage House Museum as part of the exhibit, “It’s in the House! A Look at Curling in the Ottawa Valley” are four of the students from the Applied Museum Studies program at Algonquin College who are working on the exhibit. Left to right: Sara Gray, Kyle Huth, Jill Metcalfe and Joe Crupi. Absent from the photo is Natalie Bertrand. The exhibit is being created in conjunction with the upcoming Smiths Falls Travelers Tankard 2014 Ontario Men’s Curling Championship.

Best Wishes to all our residents and their families for a safe, happy holiday and a healthy, prosperous New Year.

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Excludes other GM brands. ∆2014 Silverado 1500 with the available 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission has a fuel consumption rating of 13.0L/100 km city, 8.7L/100 km highway and 11.0L/100 km combined 2WD and 13.3L/100 km city, 9.0L/100 km highway and 11.4L/100/km combined 4WD. Ford F-150 with the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine has a fuel consumption rating of 12.9L/100 km city, 9.0L/100 km highway and 11.1L/100 km combined 2WD and 14.1L/100 km city, 9.6L/100 km highway and 12.1L/100 km combined 4WD. Fuel consumption based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Comparison based on wardsauto.com 2013 Large Pickup segment and latest competitive data available. Excludes other GM vehicles. ♣When equipped with available 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine (available to order fall 2013). 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Additional conditions and limitations apply. See your GM dealer for details. ¥¥Offer only valid from December 10, 2013 – January 2, 2013 (the “Program Period”) to retail customers resident in Canada who own or are currently leasing (during the Program Period) a GM or competitor pickup truck to receive a $1,000 credit towards the purchase, finance or lease of an eligible new 2014 Model Year Chevrolet Silverado Light Duty, Silverado Heavy Duty, Sierra Light Duty, Sierra Heavy Duty, or Avalanche. Only one (1) credit may be applied per eligible vehicle sale. Offer is transferable to a family member living in the same household (proof of address required). This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles.

The $1,000 credit includes HST/GST/QST/PST as applicable by province. As part of the transaction, dealer will request current vehicle registration and/or insurance to prove ownership. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Void where prohibited by law. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See your GM dealer for details.

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Join 114th Audubon Christmas Bird Count tradition in Carleton Place, Lanark Highlands Community – Birders and nature enthusiasts in the Carleton Place and Lanark Highlands areas will soon join citizen scientists throughout the Americas and participate in the Audubon Society’s longestrunning wintertime tradition, the annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count (CBC).

The Carleton Place CBC will be held this year on Friday, Dec. 27. The Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists (MVFN) will once again sponsor this bird count. The count area is a 24-kilometre circle centered on the bridge over the Mississippi River in Carleton Place, and includes Almonte, Appleton and Ashton.

The Lanark Highlands count, also sponsored by MVFN, will take place a few days later on Monday, Dec. 30.

Details for both counts will be posted on the MVFN website (www.mvfn. ca).

This year, more than 2,000 individual counts are scheduled to take place throughout the Americas and beyond between Dec. 14 and Jan. 5.

“Each CBC volunteer observer is an important contributor, helping to shape the overall direction of bird conservation,” says Dick Cannings, Bird Studies Canada’s Christmas Bird Count co-ordinator. “Bird Studies Canada and our partners at the National Audubon Society in the United States rely on data from the CBC database to monitor bird populations.”

Last year, during the 2012 Carleton Place Christmas Bird Count more than 50 volunteers spent the day observing birds resulting in the recording of nearly 5,000 birds and 56 different species. The first Audubon bird count in Carleton Place took place in 1944.

The CBC tradition began more than a century ago when 27 conservationists in 25 localities, led by scientist and writer Frank Chapman, changed the course of ornithological

This sharp-shinned hawk was spotted in Carleton Place last winter. The public are invited to join in the Christmas Bird Count Dec. 27 and 30.

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history. On Christmas Day in 1900, the small group posed an alternative to the ‘side hunt,’ a Christmas day activity in which teams competed to see who could shoot the most birds and small mammals.

Instead, Chapman proposed that they identify, count, and record all the birds they saw, founding what is now considered to be the world’s most significant citizen-based conservation effort.

Volunteers are essential to the success of the CBC. You don’t need to be an expert but it helps to be familiar with local bird species. In any case, participants in the field counts will be placed in a team led by an experienced birder and everyone is welcome. You will need a pair of bin-

oculars. As well, residents with bird feeders within a count area can also help by listing all birds at your feeder or in your yard on the count day.

For more information or to register for the Carleton Place CBC on Dec. 27, please contact Iain Wilkes at 613-257-1126 or iain.wilkes@hotmail.com.

If you are interested in helping out by counting birds at your feeder for the Carleton Place count, please register with Georgina Doe at 613257-2103. At the end of the Carleton Place count day, field participants will return to the community room upstairs at Steve’s Independent Grocer in Carleton Place on McNeely Avenue for the count-in as well as refreshments.

For more information or to register for the Lanark Highlands CBC, please contact Marilyn Barnett at 613-259-2269 or email mvabarn@ superaje.com.

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Lifeline service credited with saving life of local woman

By MARLA DOWDALL mdowdall@perfprint.ca

News – “I owe my life to Lifeline,” says Doris Kierstead of Brockville.

The 93-year-old, or as she says, “39 backwards,” had an unfortunate incident two years ago in January. Tripping over her winter boots, as she fell she struck her right arm on the corner of a table. Cutting deeply down to muscle, she landed face down on the floor. Bleeding profusely, she managed to get turned back over and set up beside the table. With the phone only six inches away she was still unable to reach it as she had also dislocated her left shoulder and broken her arm.

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a button away, she reached for the Lifeline pendant around her neck. Help was soon on its way. Kierstead was telling her story from the Donner Room at the Community and Primary Health Care (CPHC) Health and Wellness Centre of Excellence, Dec. 4.

“Thank God I had my Lifeline,” she described. She had just had it installed only a few short months before in September. “If it wasn’t for Lifeline I wouldn’t be here today.”

Now, Kierstead advocates for those living alone to make the investment.

“It saved mine (life) and it could save yours.”

She stressed that accidents and emergencies are never planned and that is why she keeps her Lifeline button

around her neck.

Kierstead was born and spent her early years on the east coast. She had a dream as a child of playing the piano and made that dream a reality. After her husband had passed away and caring for her sick parents, who had also passed away, she decided to move to Brockville. She continues to be active and plays the piano regularly at locations such as St. Lawrence Lodge, St. Vincent, at local churches and other locations.

lives.” The company has subscribers across the United States and Canada.

Ruth Kitson, executive director for CPHC, noted when they originally began offering the Lifeline service, monitoring and call taking was done locally. The decision was made later on to move call taking to Toronto.

Having been to Toronto to see how the system works, she remembered a call she witnessed being taken. When the calls come in the name of the subscriber and their pertinent information Lifeline appears on a screen in front of the call David Doyle, vice president, mar- taker. They generally answer by sayketing and business development for ing, “Hello (then the name of the subPhilips Lifeline, noted, “Doris’ story is scriber) how are you doing?” One of a great one and there are many like it.

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Service provider must ensure client is in the know when making decisions crankshaft with the transmission’s input shaft).

Most failures have been traced to internal transmission clutch degradation. If this is indeed the case with this 2006 CRV, the repairs can range from a thorough flush and replacement of the fluid up to a complete transmission overhaul.

Routine oil changes and tire rotations are great maintenance items to keep up on but are only part of a complete automotive protection program. Automatic transmissions require fluid and filter replacement on a regular basis. Honda Canada recommends replacement of the fluid for the first time on this CRV at 96,000 km and then every 48,000 km after that.

This 2006 model with its 174,000 km on it should have had at least two fluid changes. This is a good opportunity to point out there are two main types of automatic transmission fluid services; one where the drain pan is removed and

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the filter and fluid replaced and one where the fluid is replaced by means of specialized equipment which flushes it out (done with or without a filter change).

With most automatic transmissions a simple drain and replace service will only involve replacing less than half the total volume of fluid (the rest stays trapped in various internal passages and inside the torque convertor). As one of the points of doing this service in the first place is to remove suspended fluid debris and particles from inside the transmission, leaving over half of the fluid unchanged isn’t the best way to do things. To complicate things, often shops that can complete the flush method don’t always recommend a filter

change at the same time.

So, if you’re going to get this service done (and it’s critical to the long life of a very expensive-to-repair component) get a flush type done with a filter change.

The other comment in DJ’s letter that caught my attention was the advice he received from his dealership service department to simply shift the transmission into D3 to eliminate the shudder (by pressing the button at the end of the gear shift lever).

This bypassed a major feature of the vehicle (the lock-up torque convertor) designed to improve fuel mileage and our reader did note that this CRV’s fuel economy took a dive after the vehicle was used predominantly in the D3 gear.

All the ramifications of putting off a needed repair must be explained by the service provider to ensure the customer is making as an informed decision as possible.

Doris Kierstead, 93, of Brockville, credits Lifeline with saving her life. With the push of this button she was able to summon help after a fall in her home that left her unable to reach the telephone.

The Lifeline service is offered locally throughout Lanark, Leeds and Grenville by the CPHC and is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

If you have any questions, opinions, or stories on anything automotive please drop me a line, [By email to emc@perfprint.ca or directly to bjoeturner@hotmail. com listing ‘Question for the Car Counsellor’ on the subject line or by post to Record News Communications, 5

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warranty period and I was told I was looking at a $500 to $1,000 fix-up (for the shudder noise). The vehicle still does this shudder now and I put the gear shift in ‘D3’ mode (there is a push-button depression on the gear shift).

What causes this? Are there any TSB’s? What’s the fix-up? I keep my oil changed regularly and rotate the tires every three to six months. I remember I had to change my differential fluid (prematurely) because of noises in the rear end. Is the transmission in the same boat?”

Thank you, DJ While a number of driveline and chassis components can cause a ‘shudder’ type vibration, one that disappears with the transmission shifted into D3 usually is caused by an internal transmission fault related to the torque convertor (that large heavy dome-shaped component that connects the engine’s

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Lifestyle – “Dear Brian, We have a 2006 Honda CRV with 174,000 km on it now. Our last service, we were told the vehicle has ‘torque converter shudder’. This condition, as explained, involves the transmission. Back around the 80,000 km mark, the ‘shudder’ began. I went to the Honda dealer then and tried to explain what was happening. They took the vehicle for a test drive, etc.

Do you think the vehicle would do it (shudder)? No! This is what happened… many miles later; it started the ‘shudder’ again. I went back to the Honda dealer and told them I went on the Internet and may have found what was going on. The service manager said, “Hondas, especially CRVs, make this noise and it’s a common occurrence.

Put your gear shift in ‘D3’ mode and it will stop the shudder.” I did as I was told.

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the calls Kitson witnessed was that of someone saying they weren’t feeling the best and were lonely.

When subscribing to Lifeline, the names of three trusted friends, family members or neighbours are taken.

In this one instance, Lifeline called a friend to come check in on the caller.

When the button is pressed it opens a phone line to the Lifeline call centre. Then the caller and Lifeline can talk through a speaker. When

help is needed the appropriate emergency service is called. Lifeline also has an AutoAlert option, whereby if a fall is detected by the pendant and the subscriber can’t push the button themselves, a call is placed for help. There is a charge for set up and a subscription fee for the service. The service is offered locally to Lanark, Leeds and Grenville, through the CPHC. Service is provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

For further information about Lifeline, please visit www.lifeline.ca.

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Yours in service Brian Turner

ANNIVERSARY

ANNIVERSARY

SOCIAL NOTES BIRTHDAY

BIRTHDAY

BIRTHDAY

Logan William Watkins “December 19th, 1977 and what a joyous Christmas that was.” Just because it’s your 16th birthday and now you can drive – don’t think you’re “SPECIAL”, because YOU ARE, (my 2nd HAPPY 70TH ANNIVERSARY Golden Boy) and only grandson. He loves to an Amazing Couple sports and works well toward the goal (are Dec. 29, 1943 –Dec. 29, 2013 you with me!) and has the ability to take Carl and Doris Ferguson leadership. Natural and Open. Is very loyal Love and devoted to family, loves to mix and Carolyn and Bob meet people and could be a politician (Ha Donna and Ken Ha). A charmer, he is genuinely affectionate, Vivian and Frank personal, very honest. You love your Sis, Lynn and Keith and families Emily and friends – “impressive they are”. An example of growth and maturity. Logan is the son of Dr. W. Watkins and Janet (who put HAPPY BIRTH their two children first no matter what and it 45TH WEDDING has paid off). So proud of you – Lo – Seize ANNIVERSARY each day with gratitude and may God richly December 14th bless you now and forever more.

Dennis and Love Nana (M. Marks) Margaret Marks K. Hermer Sis (Minola) Deb, Don, Amanda and Ash Brash, we are proud of you as well.

HAMILTON, Brylin “Relationships are #1”

IN MEMORIAM ARDLEY, Brian - In loving memory of a dear husband, father and poppa who passed away Dec. 11, 2008.

If tears could build a stairway And memories a lane, I would walk right up to heaven And bring you home again.

Your loving wife Nancy and family

BIRTH

BIRTH

HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY To help us celebrate this special occasion The family of Mabel Noonan would like to invite all her friends, neighbours and relatives At the B.V.M. Hall in Stanleyville From 1 to 4 p.m.

January 1, 2014 Best wishes only please TRACY BULLIS Congratulations Tracy on your graduation from the Law Clerk Program at St. Lawrence College in Kingston. Tracy completed the program on August 23rd, 2013 and graduated with Distinction with a perfect 4.0 GPA. She was also the 2013 recipient of the Lou Tepper Memorial Bursary. Tracy has accepted a position working for a Crown Attorney. We are very proud of your accomplishments and wish you continued success. You made the right decision at the right time! Love Mom & Bill

Happy 50th Birthday Darwin!

December 20, 2013 Wishing you 50 more years of health and happiness!!

With love from your family, Sharon, Brit & Dan, Ash & Rob, Danny & Alex, Bo & Scout xox

ANNOUNCEMENT

IN MEMORIAM GIFF- Clarence (December 24, 1911October 26, 1990) and Fern (April 27, 1915December 4, 1997).

Treasured still, with love sincere.

The memories of ones we love so dear, Fondest thoughts are ever entwined, In beautiful memories left behind.

Forever loved and always in our hearts Your Family

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IN MEMORIAM KIRKHAM- In memory of our dear parents, Thomas E Kirkham, who passed away December 27, 1984 and his wife, Victoria M, who passed away December 20, 1986.

We hold you close within our hearts And there you will remain To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again.

Lovingly remembered by the Family

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ANNOUNCEMENT

IN MEMORIAM BURKE - In loving memory of a dear son, brother and uncle, Sterling, who passed away December 20, 1992.

This day is remembered and quietly kept, No words are needed we shall never forget.

For those we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day, Unseen and unheard, but always near, So loved, so missed and always dear.

Always remembered, Always loved Dad and Family

GRADUATION

CARD OF THANKS

CARD OF THANKS

THANK YOU On behalf of the family of Shannon Amy Guy (nee Murray), I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our friends and family for their love and support throughout this time. Also to our community for coming forward and helping us all out. Losing Shannon has been very difficult to say the least but with all the kind acts it has made it a bit easier, each day is a struggle for us all, but her wonderful husband Paul and their babies make it worth waking up to. A very special thank you to all the staff at Barker’s Funeral Home, Rev. Brian Barr, Dr. Jennifer Laskey, Dr. Janice Gray, Dr. Robert Courchene, all of my co-workers in all departments at the Carleton Place Hospital, the Brick, everyone who has donated towards Kaydence’s and Harmony’s trust fund, the organizers for the fundraisers in Perth, Ottawa, and Tweed, as well as the fill the freezer.

Walmart in Carleton Place, especially the lady working in the photo dept who donated the canvas for Shannon’s casket. I know I have forgotten to mention someone or an organization but please accept my appologies as this is all overwhelming. We are all eternally grateful, Sincerely, Catherine Harker (Dombroskie) - Shannon’s mom Ted Murray - Shannon’s dad Paul Guy, Kaydence and Harmony Shannon’s husband and children Darlene & Terry Guy - Shannon’s in-laws Chris & Carolyn Murray - Shannon’s siblings Cindy, Kelly, Shannon, Tara - Shannon’s sisters-in-law Rita & Larry Steenburg, Barbara & Charlie Murray - Shannon’s grandparents and many nieces and nephews, numerous friends We all love you and miss you Shannon!

50TH ANNIVERSARY THANK YOU We would like to express our thanks and appreciation to family and friends for joining us November 30th, at Bolingbrooke Hall, to celebrate our 50th Anniversary. Also for the gifts, cards and help received. Our thanks to all who helped make our special day such a great event and memory.

Wayne and Marcie Sully THANK YOU I would like to thank everyone who came to my surprise 65th birthday party. Special thank you to Buck 50 and all the other musicians who helped out with the music, which was great. A great big thank you to all who worked so hard to put on the party. Thank you to Elaine and Susan for the two beautiful cakes. Thank you for all the food, gifts, cards, and phone calls.

Phyllis Buchanan

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ANNOUNCEMENT

HOLIDAY DEADLINE CHANGE

POIRIER, Harper May – born August 1, 2013 weighing 7 lbs. 3 ozs. Harper is the daughter of Amy (MacGregor) and Jay Poirier of Carleton Place. Proud first time grandparents are Charlie and Sandra MacGregor of Perth and Karen and the late Raymond Poirier of Alexandria.

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January 2 Issue Friday December 27, 4pm COX 4 Generations Jean (Cox) Visser Donna (Cox) Ferguson Sarah (Ferguson) James Braelei Jean Marie James THE EMC - 27 - Thursday, December 19, 2013

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BAKER, Irma - In loving memory of a dear mother , grandmother, great grandmother who passed away December 20, 2011.

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

In our hearts your memory lingers, Sweetly tender, fond and true, There is not a day, dear mother, That we do not think of you.

Loving remembered by Barb & Bill & family

Ann – Brent and Jen Hamilton are pleased to announce the birth of their beautiful daughter who arrived safely on Thanksgiving Sunday, October 13th, weighing 6 pounds 7 ounces.

Very proud grandparents are Paul and Penny Maynard and Jim and Sharon Hamilton. Great Grandparents, Clint and Elizabeth Drader along with Larry and Doris Maynard, couldn’t be happier! She is welcomed by numerous uncles, aunts and cousins.

GRADUATION

BIRTHDAY

Wishing all of you a Merry Christmas!

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DEATH NOTICE

DEATH NOTICE

Bond Ellen Bond

On December 14th, 2013 at the age of 66 years, Ellen passed away.

She was predeceased by her mother Margaret Bond. Ellen will be sadly missed by her father and step mother Jack and Pearl Bond, her sister Nan Bond (David Mitchell), her brothers Mike (Cathy) Bond, John (Donna Mitchell) Bond and her seven nieces, nephews and their families and her many friends. She worked in the medical field for many years and had recently retired from the Beckwith Golf Club. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Tuesday, December 17th, 2013 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service was held in the Chapel Wednesday at 10:30 A.M. followed by a reception in the Blair & Son Family Centre. In remembrance contributions to Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Lung Association would be appreciated.

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

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DEATH NOTICE

DEATH NOTICE

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

Radford

Nancy Jane Kinzie

Helen Katherine Ferne Radford WW II Veteran, Women’s Royal Navy Service (WRNS) Helen Radford, of Perth formerly of Ottawa, passed away suddenly and peacefully, in hospital, in Perth, on Friday, December 13, 2013 at the age of 89 years. Dearly loved mother to Stephen (Brenda) Radford of Lanark and Frances Radford of Toronto. Helen will also be sadly missed by her siblings; Claude (June) Heywood and Dawn (late Michael) Hough of England.

Tennis was a passion of Helen’s for most of her life, and she enjoyed the sport and the friendships she made with people on the courts and at the Ottawa Athletic Club. For many years Helen was an avid weaver. She was Past President of the Ottawa Valley Weavers & Spinners Guild (OVWSG), as well as, past co-owner of The Weavers’ House in Manotick. Helen also loved to get away to the cottage on Devil Lake, near Westport and also received much enjoyment from listening to opera and classical music. She was predeceased by her faithful companion, her dog Tia, in 2012. Many thanks to the nurses and staff of Carolina Suites for all their assistance and kindness. Special acknowledgements go out to Dr. Van Noppen and Dr. Anderson for their consideration and care over the last few years and to Dr Tyrrell, Jason, Martha and the ER staff of the Perth Hospital for their compassion and support. To honour Helen’s wishes, no service is being held. Cremation has taken place with interment of her ashes to be held in Devon, England at a later date.

In remembrance, donations may be made to the Perth Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation. Helen’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth 613-267-3082

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Gordon Bowes

Marion A. Wedenmaier

Suddenly and unexpectedly at her home, R.R. 6 Perth, Ontario on Friday, December 13th, 2013 Marion Amelia (Hawley) Wedenmaier at the age of 81. Predeceased by her parents Florence (Stinchcombe) and Delbert Hawley and brothers Gerald and Fred Hawley. Dearly loved wife for 59 years of R. Alan Wedenmaier; cherished mother of Judy (Doug) Palmer of Perth, Nancy (Bruce) Rivington of Hamilton, New York and Sharon (Bill) Roberts of Perth. Special grandmother of Jessica (Darryn), Brian, Scott, Jamie and Alexandra. Marion will be sadly missed by all her family, friends and neighbours. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W. Perth on Sunday, December 15th, 2013 from 1:00 until 5:00 P.M. Funeral service was held in the Chapel on Monday at 11:00 A.M. Private interment will take place in Campbell Cemetery. In remembrance, contributions to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Perth Figure Skating Club would be appreciated.

DEATH NOTICE

Bowes

Wedenmaier

Kinzie It is with a deep sense of loss that family and friends announce the sudden death of Nancy Jane Kinzie (nee Macdiarmid) on December 11, 2013.

She was predeceased by her husband David Kinzie, leaving to mourn her sister, Marjory Macdiarmid (John), nephew, Spencer Campbell (Erin), great nephew, Ronan, sister-in-law, Diane Jones, nieces Wendy Sim (John), Susan Jones-Hughson, Vicki MillerSchenk (Bruce), Leslie Jones, nephews Mark Jones (Lori) and Ian Jones (Rosemary), and other great nieces and great nephews with whom she was close. Nancy had a large circle of friends in Perth, Blenheim and Chatham who also grieve her loss including dear friends Marny Bimm and Susan and Brian McNeill. She was active in various groups in Perth and made many friends throughout the community. A nurse by profession, Nancy worked in a variety of roles including Public Health (Kirkland Lake and Chatham-Kent), and as a professor in the Early Childhood Education and Personal Support Worker programs at St. Clair College. She and David retired to Perth to spend many glorious days at their cottage on Little Silver Lake.

All will miss her keen mind, gracious spirit, sense of humour, compassion for others, down to earth nature and love of travel. A Memorial Service will take place in the Chapel at the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, 15 Victoria Street, in Perth on Saturday, January 18, 2014. Family and friends are welcome for a fellowship time at 1:00 p.m. followed by the service at 2:00 p.m.

There will be another memorial service and interment in the Blenheim area at the family plot in the spring. Details to be announced later. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Nancy’s name to your local food bank, the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. Mrs. Kinzie’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth. 613-267-3082

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Fraser, Morley “Sandy” (Oct. 8, 1940 - Dec. 12, 2013) Peacefully at the Carleton Place Hospital, on Thursday, December 12, 2013, at the age of 73. Loving husband of Bonnie.

Dear father of Lisa (Kevin Jones), Paula and Jamie. Proud grandfather of Adam (Christine), Erin, Alec and Jed. Greatgrandfather of James. Predeceased by his grandson Matthew. Dear brother of Durrell Stubinsky, Roberta (Dave Thompson) and Wally (Marsha). Survived by several nieces and nephews. Sandy will be missed by his beloved dog Homer. The family received friends at their home, 396 Drummond Concession 11A, on Saturday December 14, 2013 from 1-4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Carleton Place Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. The family would like to thank Dr. Lenny and the nursing staff for their care. www.barkerfh.com

Founder of M-G Crane Service Gordon passed away Saturday, December 14th, 2013 at the age of 83 years. He was the son of the late Anson and Mary (Wilson) Bowes.

Gordon will be sadly missed by his wife Margaret (Easton) Bowes. He was the dear father to Linda Bowes of Toronto, Don Bowes of Burlington, Barbara Bowes of Perth, Anita Johns of Petawawa, Ann Bowes of Kitchener and Paul Bowes of New York, and loving grandfather to eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Gordon will be remembered by his sisters Joyce North and Shirley Stemp and brother Arthur Bowes, he was predeceased by his brother John Bowes.

Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Wednesday, December 18th, 2013 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. and Thursday from 9:30 to 10:15 followed by the service in the Chapel at 10:30 A.M. Those wishing are asked to make donations to the Alzheimers Society of Lanark County.

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

Fleming Gordon Joseph Fleming

MacDonald, Maxwell “Tubamax” Forbes (Feb. 7, 1932 - Dec. 6, 2013) Max passed away peacefully in the arms of his family after a courageous battle with cancer. Max is survived by Anne, his loving wife of 58 years, his brother Jim (Marikha), his children Dan (Natalie), Alan (Cathy), Doug (Sarah), Ross (Louise-Anne) and Sherry (Rod). Proud Grandfather to Barret, Brady, Carissa, Josh, Zach, Natasha, Amy, Genevieve, Alexandre, Diamond, Andrew, Alexandra, and Scott. Great Grandfather to Mikayla.

Tubamax was a passionate member of the Ottawa Community Band, Nepean Concert Band, Carleton Place Community Band, Maple Leaf Brass Band, and the Manotick Brass. Max was president of the Perth Band and mentor to many young local musicians.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Jen, Sarah and Sara; the three caring angels from CCAC. A celebration of Max’s life will be held on Thursday, December 19, 2013 at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until time of service in the Chapel at 3 p.m. followed by a reception.

Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Carleton Place Christmas Basket fund. www.barkerfh.com

Gordon Joseph Fleming, peacefully at Perth Community Care Centre, Perth, on Wednesday, December 11, 2013, in his 80th year. Gordon was the beloved husband of the late Margaret Eileen Fleming, who predeceased him in 2009, and cherished father to Darlene (Jim) Muldoon, of Perth, and Donna (Bill) Gemmill, of McDonalds Corners. Much loved Papa to Adam, Sara, and Larissa, Gordon was also predeceased by his siblings and their spouses: Harold (Mary) Fleming, Arthur (Margaret) Fleming, Dorothy (Cress) Dowdall and Laura (Cliff) Dalton. Friends were received on Friday, December 13th, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, 15 Victoria Street, Perth.

Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Saturday, December 14, at 1:00 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Church, Perth. Thence to interment at St. John Catholic Cemetery. In remembrance, contributions to the Alzheimer’s Society of Lanark County, or to the Perth Community Care Centre, would be appreciated. Online condolences will be accepted at odacrefamily.com.

Mr. Fleming’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth.

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Rancier Gilbert M. “Gib” Rancier

Gib passed away in hospital in Perth on Saturday, December 14th, 2013. He was the son of the late Bessie (Madill) and Gilbert Rancier. Gib was the cherished husband of Barbara E. (Powell) Rancier and loved father of Beth (Derek) Guthrie, Traci Rancier (Chris Weatherdon), Chris (Amy) Rancier and grandfather of Zach, Noah, Tobey, Simon and Sebastian. He will be sadly missed by sisters Jean (Dave) Carson, Gail (Grant) McFarlane sisters-inlaw Jean (Ray) Herbison and Ann (Al) Smith, numerous nieces, nephews family and friends. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Thursday, December 19th, 2013 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service will be held in St. James Anglican Church, Perth on Friday at 11:00 A.M. In remembrance, contributions to the Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 47 Squire Bakers Lane, Markham, Ontario, L3P 3G8 or the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.

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

Perry Carol E. (nee Prest) Perry

Passed away peacefully in hospital, Smiths Falls on Tuesday, December 10, 2013 Carol Eva Perry (nee Prest) at the age of 70. Carol is survived by her mother Lovat Prest. She will be fondly remembered by Roland Bastien, her son and daughter, her two brothers and two sisters as well as her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. As per Carol’s wishes there will be no visitation or service. If desired, you are welcome to make a memorial donation in a private trust in place for her grandson Kurt Gregory-Harts.

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

Kieley Kieley, John Harrison

Passed away in Perth on Tuesday, December 10th, 2013 at the age of 47 years. Loving husband of Lori (Fowler) Kieley.

Cherished father of Dannielle and Jackie Fowler and Papa to Grady, Carson and Madalynn.

John will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W. Perth on Saturday, December 14th, 2013 from 1:30 until 2:15 P.M. followed by the service in the Chapel at 2:30 P.M. Interment, St. John’s Cemetery, Perth.

In remembrance, contributions to the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) would be appreciated.

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

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WYLIE Alyse Peacefully at the Trillium Health Centre, Mississauga, on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at the age of 86. Dear wife of Robert for 67 years. Loving mother of Roberta Hickey (Jim), Terri Clarke (Art) and Veronica Wylie. Forever remembered in the hearts of her grandchildren Robert, Amanda, Tara, Nicki (Derek), Robin, Ben (Keirsten) and her great-grandson Martin.

Loving sister of Mary McCann (late Rodger), Victor Cowie (Lynn) and John Cowie (Vivianne)

BLAIR Virginia Louise

Peacefully at St. Lawrence Lodge Brockville on Sunday, December 15th, Virginia Blair, of R.R. #2 Westport.

Loving mother of Janet (Jack) McLaren, Carolyn (Chris) Murphy and Jeff (Denise) Blair. Sadly missed by sisters Roma Wing and Wilma Genge and brother Wayne (Janice) Dier, seven grandchildren Wade, Jessica, Shannon, Rachel, Alexis, Rachelle, Elisabeth and great grandson Jack. Predeceased by her husband Harold Blair and her parents Fred and Stella Dier. Visitation will be held on Friday January 24 at 7-9 PM and Saturday January 25 from 1-2 PM at Lyons Funeral Home, Westport where funeral will be held at 2 PM. Internment at Knox Presbyterian Cemetery.

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

“WE REMEMBER” 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

December 19th 1984 - Thurston, Henry Alexander “Alex” 1985 - Morgan-Browne, Eric Vickers 1995 - Vaughan, Maurice Ansylum 2000 - Kolar, Frances 2000 - Glason, Martha June 2003 - Edmonds, Daniel Obediah 2005 - Beckett, James Allen 2006 - Johnson, Ethel Elizabeth 2008 - Chapeskie, Clemance “Clem” 2011 - Thomson, John Clarke December 20th 1981 - Wright, William Alexander 1987 - McKirdy, Catherine 1988 - Giles, William Clarence Ivan 1989 - Moyer, Russell Thompson 1991 - Ring, Allan Alexandria 1993 - Fulton, James Robert 1998 - Liddle, Lorne Ernest 1999 - Montgomery, James Gardiner 2003 - Bandy Roy Milton 2009 - Adamson, Rose Connery December 21st 1979 - Wendzich, Gustav 1981 - Houston, Donald Robert 1982 - Stewart, Alexander “Allie” 1985 - Fleming, Georgia Frances 1985 - Smithson, Betty Lou

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1987 - Miller, Mary Isabel 1991 - Lorimer, Vera Margaret 1992 - Smith, Dr. Michael Saward 1998 - Desarmia, Beatrice Grace 2004 - Manarey, Mary Ethel December 22nd 2002 - Badour, Howard N. 2005 - MacGregor, Ian Alexander 2011 - Mason, Vivienne Eliza December 23rd 1988 - Barr, Catherine McGuire 1988 - Thurston, Iris (Peggy) 2004 - Noiseux, Irene Mary 2009 - Watt, Donald George December 24th 1976 - Smith, Fannie Bowen 1983 - Price, John Henry “Harry” 2000 - Simpson, Charles Orr “Chic” 2001 - LaRocque, Clark Robert 2001 - McCarthy, Kathryn Irene 2006 - Gascon, Anthony Rodger “Tony” 2008 - Andrews, John Edwin Wilbert December 25th 1977 - Houston, Catherine Melvina 1997 - More, Laurier Bryan “Laurie” 2000 - Lawson, Mary Nora Bernadette 2011 - Major, Nancy Jane

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Rebecca Lynn

Peacefully on Saturday December 14, 2013. Cherished partner of Jim Brennan Jr. Beloved daughter of Karen Dukes, and much loved sister of Peter Dukes.

Also lovingly remembered by Donna & Grant Fletcher and family, aunts & uncles Janis Davey, Jim & Mary Dukes, Henry & Nancy Jean Dukes, Linda & Jim Euale and cousins. Predeceased by her father the Reverend Dr. Thomas W. Dukes. A Celebration of Rebecca’s life will be held at a later date. Donations in memory of Rebecca to the Canadian Cancer Society Drivers Program or the North Grenville Public Library System would be appreciated.

Condolences/Donations/Tributes at:

mcgarryfamily.ca 613-258-2435 BARBER June Marie (nee Hartwick)

Roy Bullis Feb. 12, 1935 Dec. 21, 2012

IN MEMORIAM

saying “thank you” to the many families who have shown confidence in us since we came to Almonte in 1973. Some families are unable to visit this book on the anniversary of the death of those they love. For this reason we are proud to publish these names weekly as our way of saying…“We Remember”.

DUKES

Peacefully at the Kingston General Hospital surrounded by the love of her family on Friday, December 13, 2013 in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Garnet F. Barber. Loving mother of Grant (Nancy) of Kingston, Anne Marie Hahn (Ron) of Glenburnie. Cherished grandmother of David (Cheryl) Kingston, Joshua (Sarah) Ottawa, Brent Hahn (April) Rossland, B.C. and Kyle Hahn, Ottawa. Adoring great grandmother of Noah, Amelia, Oliver and Felix. Fondly remembered by her many friends in the Smiths Falls area and UCW. The family received friends at the Wartman Funeral Home “Kingston Chapel” (980 Collins Bay Rd., Kingston, ON, K7M 5H2 613-634-3722) on Monday December 16, 2013 from 6–9 p.m. and again from 10–11 a.m. on Tuesday. Funeral service followed at Edith Rankin Memorial United Church at 11:30 a.m. Interment Hillcrest Cemetery, Smiths Falls. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations made to the Edith Rankin Memorial United Church or the charity of choice would be appreciated by the family.

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Dan Bullis Feb. 18, 1958 Feb. 12, 2009

Merry Christmas Dad and Dan I Am Always With You When I am gone, release me, let me go, I have so many things to see and do.

You mustn’t tie yourself to me with too many tears, But be thankful we had so many good years.

How much you’ve given me in happiness, I thank you for the love that you have shown, But now it’s time that I travel on alone.

So grieve for me a while, if grieve you must, Then let your grief be comforted by trust That it is only for a while that we must part.

So treasure the memories with your heart, I won’t be far away, for life goes on.

And if you need me, call and I will come, Though you can’t see or touch me, I will be near.

And if you listen with your heart, you’ll hear All my love around you soft and clear.

And then, when you come this way alone, I’ll greet you with a smile and a Welcome Home.

Forever in our hearts Marion Rick, Terry, David, Cindy and families

JOHN FRANCIS SCISSONS July 21, 1923 - December 25, 2012 He was a good and kind man.

A loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.

He will be sadly missed this holiday season, and for years to come.

We will always love him and will never forget him.

Donna, Colleen and John

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McLENAGHAN, Helen – In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother who left us on December 25, 1994.

I would give the world if I could say Merry Christmas to you today, To hear your voice, to see you smile, Would be my dearest wish this Christmas time.

Lovingly remembered at Christmas, and always, by your children and grandchildren

TIMOTHY JOHN SCOTT August 19, 1949 - December 29, 1988 A husband, a son, and a father. He was a great man, taken away from us before his time.

It has been 25 years since his passing.

He is deeply missed but never forgotten.

We will always love you Tim. Donna, Colleen and John

McNAMEE, Peter – In loving memory of a dear husband and father who passed away February 4, 2013.

Christmas in Heaven I see the countless Christmas trees around the world below With tiny lights, like Heaven’s Stars, reflecting on the snow.

The sight is so spectacular, please wipe away that tear, For I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.

I hear the many Christmas songs that people hold so dear But the sounds of music can’t compare with the Christmas choir up here.

I have no words to tell you, the joy their voices bring, But it is beyond description to hear the angels sing.

I know how much you miss me.

I see the pain inside your heart, But I am not so far away we really aren’t apart.

So be happy for me dear ones.

You know I hold you dear And be glad I’m spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.

I send you each a special gift from my Heavenly home above.

I send you each a memory of my undying love.

After all “Love” is the gift, more precious than pure gold.

It was always most important in the story Jesus told.

Please love and keep each other, as my Father said to you, For I can’t count the blessings for love he has for you.

So, have a Merry Christmas and wipe away that tear.

Remember, I’m spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.

From Mary and our family

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LACKEY, Gertrude Ann – In loving memory of a dear mother who left us on December 18, 1983.

The years wipe out many things But this they’ll wipe out never.

The memory of those happy days When we were all together.

We think of you in silence Your name we often recall We have our own special memories And your picture upon the wall.

Just when life was the brightest Just when your hopes were best God called you from among us To a home of eternal rest.

Some day we hope to meet you Some day we know not when To clasp your hand and hug you Never to part again.

Till then, Lord tell our mom we love her And when she turns to smile Place a kiss upon her cheek And hold her for awhile.

Remembered always and sadly missed by her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren

IN MEMORIAM CLEMENT, Dennis In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather, who passed away December 18, 2011.

Those whom we love go out of sight, But never out of mind.

They are cherished in the hearts, Of those they left behind.

Loving and kind in all his ways, Upright right and just in all his days.

Sincere and true in heart and mind, Beautiful memories he left behind.

A constant wish that he was here, Others were taken, yes I know, But he was ours And we loved him so.

Always remembered and loved Margaret, Sherri, Jason, Jesse and Brandy MAJORE, Kathleen In memory of our loving mother who passed away December 22, 2010.

Three years have passed since that sad day, When one we loved was called away.

God took her home, it was His will, But in our hearts she liveth still.

Never forgotten by your family McDIARMID - In loving memory of our parents, grandparents and great grandparents, Earl who passed away December 19, 1975 and Mary, who passed away December 18, 2002.

Lovingly Remembered Marjorie & Family Catherine, Neil & Family STEELE, Ernest 1914 - Dec. 23, 1996 In memory of a loving husband, father, grandfather, greatgrandfather, it has been 17 years since you were called away.

We still think of you and miss you greatly. Love is forever and we shall be together again.

Your loving family

IN MEMORIAM

Our Angel in Heaven at Christmas Time Mikey Duberville 1980 - 2002 Our sadness never goes away Our silent tears will flow’ You’re thought of and sadly missed More than you will ever know.

But now you’re with the Angels Safe and sound in Heaven above We hold on to your memories And treasure them with love Yet special times like Christmas Often makes us wonder why God took you from our world It was too soon to say goodbye And every moment we think of you All the special times we shared, Because no one enjoyed Christmas as much as you So Mikey on this Special Day, leave a sign for mommy and daddy so we will know you’re here, like you always do at Christmas and other times throughout the year.

Lots of Love To our special boy Mommy and Daddy

FYKE, Alan Aug. 20, 1944 Dec. 19, 2009.

Those we love remain with us For love itself lives on Cherished memories never fade Because one loved is gone Those we love can never be More than a thought apart For as long as there are memories They live on in our hearts.

Love always Kathy, Josh, Natalie, Derek and Dwayne

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IN MEMORIAM

BERNICKY, Frank, January 10, 1984 A loving husband and dad METCALFE – To our loving dad, Vernon and my baby brother Thomas.

My Star in Heaven I am sending a dove to heaven With a parcel on its wings Be careful when you open it It’s full of beautiful things.

Inside are a million kisses Wrapped up in a million hugs To say how much I miss you And to send you all my love.

I hold you close within my heart And there you will remain To walk with me Throughout my life Until we meet again.

From your loving daughter Valerie, sons Dana and James Metcalfe, wives, grandchildren and great granchildren and best friend Jean Holder

SCALE, Dale Marie, December 20, 2008 A loving daughter and sister We often think of days done by, When we were all together, A shadow o’er our lives has cast, Our loved ones gone forever.

But in our memories and in our hearts, Love lasts forever.

Sending all our love Marina (Mom) and Brian

BAKER - In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother, Irma, who passed away two years ago December 20, 2011.

Softly within the shadows God gave a gentle call With farewells left unspoken Mom, you silently left us all.

Our hearts still ache with sadness and Silent tears still flow For what it means to love and miss you, Mom No one will ever know.

Sadly missed, forever loved and remembered by Beverley, Ron, Kyle, Rachael and Jason

SMITH – “Together Again” Noreen Beatrice (Leclair), November 29, 2001 Ronald Basil, December 26, 2012 Forever in our hearts Love your family

MALLETT, Leonard – In loving memory of our dear husband and father who passed away December 13th, 2008 There is a bridge of memory, From here to heaven above, That keeps you very close to us, It’s called the bridge of love.

As time goes on without you, and the days turn into years, They hold a million memories, and a thousand silent tears.

Your memory is our keepsake, With which we will never part, God has you in His keeping, We have you in our hearts.

Thinking of you now and always…

Sadly missed ~ Forever loved Bonnie, Brittany and Nathan

COMING EVENTS

FOR SALE

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NEW YEAR’S EVE and NEW YEAR’S DAY at Pinto Valley Ranch (half hour from Kanata) Horse drawn sleigh ride, hot chocolate, marshmallows on the bonfire, Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Details at w w w . p i n t o v a l l e y. c o m $10+HST per person, children 2 and under are free.

All brands of used appliances sold (or repaired at your place or ours) with warranty and free delivery.

We also sell new parts for most appliances. George Peters Appliances, #3756 Hwy. 43, Smiths Falls (between Perth and Smiths Falls). (613)283-8634.

Butcher Supplies, Leather + Craft Supplies and Animal Control Products. Get your Halfords 136 page FREE CATALOG .

1-800-353-7864 or email: order@halfordhide.com.

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IN MEMORIAM

MacDONALD – In loving memory of our parents, grandparents and great-grandparents - Dad - Clifford (Feb. 5, 1934 - May 13, 2011) and Mom - Pearl (Aug. 31, 1937 - June 17, 2011).

There is a gift in life we cannot buy That is very rare and true It is the gift of wonderful parents, Like the ones we had in you.

The many things you did for us In your kind and loving way You gave us years of happiness No one can ever take away Nothing could be more beautiful Than the memories we have of you.

To us you were very special God must have thought so too As you were then, you’ll always be Treasured forever in our memory.

We miss you and love you forever and always Ron, Marg and family Lornie, Nancy and family Floyd and family

FOR SALE 2004 Honda TRX 400 FGA Rancher ATV with GPS. 2 up-seat, snowplow, front storage, heated grips, 2100 kms. Loaded with extras. One owner. Comes with galvanized trailer with fold down ramp. Asking $5,500 for package. Bill 613-272-3314.

7 PIECE Maple Living room set, $400. King size headboard bedframe and box spring, $100. 1997 GMC Safari 8 passenger van, $1000. 613-623-9141

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McNEELY – In loving memory of Lonny McNeely, April 9th, 1965-December 20th, 2007.

No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts he is always there.

We miss your laughter and smiles.

Love Family and Friends

In Memory of Stirling B. Weedmark - December 22, 2007 Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great-grandfather, Brother.

Six years have passed since that sad day when one we loved was called away.

God took him home - it was his will within our hearts he liveth still.

Forever loved and never forgotten Arlene, Stephen and family, Catherine and family, Richard and family, Lois, Bill and family

COATES, Lawrence A. - In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who passed away on December 24, 2012.

Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear.

Forever loved and remembered, Dianne Ray, Ioana and Maria Randy, Lynda, Nicolas and Victoria

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Snowblower, 30” Yardworks, 13 h.p., electric start, twice used. Selling for health reasons. $800.

613-257-8329 Carleton Place.

YOU DON’T LIVE IN TORONTO. Why are you paying Toronto rates? Shop and Compare. Eady Insurance: Fairness is our business. 613-432-8543, 1-888-275-3239 www.eadyinsurance.ca

CEDAR SPLIT RAILS

Apartment size Lesage piano for sale, $400.

613-284-9951.

Apples, cider and apple products. Smyths Apple Orchard, 613-652-2477.

Updates, specials and coupons at www.smythsapples.com.

Open daily 9-5. Also check us out on Facebook!

FOR SALE

Large Quantity (613)285-7363

FIREWOOD

Cedar (white), quality lumber, most sizes, decking, T&G, channel rustic.

Also huge bundles of cedar slabs ($45) and large bags of shavings ($35).

Brand New Mattress Sale- www.scoutenwhitecedar.ca 200+ Beds in Stock. More (613)283-3629.

Quality Less Money.

Quality Used Appliances Clam 1 man fishing shelSold with Warranty. Best ter. Model- Kewai. $150.

Price in Town! Dan Peters 613-283-0113.

Sales- 3768 Hwy 43 West, Smiths Falls. Open Tues- Disability Products. Buy day-Sunday 10 a.m.-5 and Sell stair lifts, scootp.m. Delivery Available. Af- ers, bath lifts, patient lifts, ter Hours Appointments hospital beds, etc. Call SilAvailable 613-284-1234. ver Cross Ottawa (613)231-3549.

IN MEMORIAM

FRIZELL, Frederick James – In loving memory of a dear father, grandfather and great grandfather, who passed away thirteen years ago, December 15, 2000.

Dear dad, we never shall forget you, Sweet memories cling round your name, True hearts that in life always loved you Will love you in death just the same.

Sadly missed The Frizell Family WHITEN, William (Bill) – Who passed away December 22, 1988.

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.

Forever Loved, Elaine, Terry, Neil, Linda, Bruce, Penny, Brian, Diane, Brent, Cara, Kim, and grandchildren

DICKINSON – In loving memory of our parents, grandparents and great-grandparents - Dad - Lloyd (June 15, 1921 - Sept. 18, 1982) and Mom - Evelyn (June 1, 1923 - May 5, 2008).

They say it’s a beautiful journey From the old world to the new Some day we’ll make that journey Which will lead us straight to you And when we reach that garden In which there is no pain, We’ll put our arms around you And never part again.

Deeply missed and forever loved Len Ron and Marg Jennifer, Lee and Courtney Lori, Yan, Emily and Valery Karen, Kevin, Allison and Katelyn

McNEELY – In loving memory of Lonny McNeely who passed away December 20, 2007.

We can’t forget that fateful day, You had to leave, you went away.

A sadness filled us up inside, Emotions that we could not hide.

Tears they came, sadness too, All our emotions just for you.

Time will heal so we were told, But time could never fill this hole.

Here in our hearts there is a place, You’re always there, keeping us safe.

It’s filled with love and happy times, It’s never dark, your light it shines.

In Heaven now you do reside, To watch over us with love and pride.

We love you and we miss you.

Until we meet again…..

Love: Kevin, Shelley, Jenna and Connor McNeely

FIREWOOD All hardwood $85/face cord

Softwood mixed

$65/face cord Also outdoor furnace wood available & Campfire Wood Delivery available Details(613)285-1547

Firewood- Cut, split and delivered or picked up. Dry seasoned hardwood or softwood from $50/face cord. Phone Greg Knops (613)658-3358, cell (613)340-1045.

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best Price, Best Quality.

All Shapes & Colors Available.

Call 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper

Firewood for sale, all hardwood, cut, split and piled since 2012. $330/full cord delivered .613-264-9695.

I Connect AV. Need help MUSIC with your electronics, are they hooked up right? Audio video in-home tutor- Certified piano techniing. Mike 613-285-0655, cian, with Piano Techni613-264-5515. cian’s Guild, extensive experience with tuning, reJuke Box, for records pairing and rebuilding.

(45’s) roll top glass cover, Contact Grant Pattingale at lights down both sides at 6 1 3 - 2 8 4 - 8 3 3 3 , front. Call 613-267-4463.

1-877-742-6648 or www.piano4u.ca Large KitchenAid bottom freezer refrigerator, good working condition, $150. HUNTING SUPPLIES 613-258-4155.

Canadian Firearm/Hunter Pair of snow tires. Safety Courses. Call Dave 265/60R18.

Used 2 Arbour 613-257-7489 or months. 613-267-4000. visit www. valleysportsmanshow.com Rebuilt red sloop sleigh, for dates and details of big truck dual ice chains, courses near you.

5 h.p. snowblower, Stihl chainsaw, firewood, MF tractor, hay wagon.

Hunter Safety/Canadian 613-283-8231.

Fire-arms Courses and exams throughout the year.

Snow tires, P235/75R15 Held once a month at snow tires on rims, used Carp. Call Wenda Cochran one winter, $500. 613-256-2409.

613-264-8181.

FIREWOOD

FIREWOOD

Willows Firewood Dry Hardwood

cut, split and delivered $330/cord Outdoor furnace wood available We deliver year ‘round. Prompt delivery

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YORKE-SLADER In loving memory of Cathy Lynn who passed away December 17, 2006.

A precious daughter, wife, mother, sister and aunt who is dearly missed every day.

Remembering you can make us smile, Bring laughter or a tear.

How precious are those memories That keep you ever near.

Although we cannot touch your hand, Or sit and laugh with you, We miss you in so many ways, And the things we used to do.

With all our love, Neil, Drew and Dean Ray and Carole Rae Ann, Roger, Matthew and Victoria Greg, Julie, Melissa and Jordan

CECI, Geraldine Marion – December 23, 2012.

In loving memory of our beautiful mother, grandmother, great grandmother.

It is one year since you left us.

The pain is still there every day.

You are our little angel.

We know you are happy and where you want to be.

We miss you and love you so much, Mom. Till we meet again.

Love you, Phyllis and Dennis, your grandchildren and great grandchildren

IN MEMORIAM

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Lanark Street, off Townline Road East, Hwy. 29 – OPEN DAILY – December 1 to 24 Weekdays 11:30-4:30 Weekends 9:30-4:30

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15855 Hwy 7 East Perth Mon–Fri 12-5 Sat & Sun 9-4

QUALITY GROWING SINCE 1952 Balsam fir • Fraser fir Supply of large trees

SPRUCE, PINE AND FIR

up to 9’ $40 10’+ available

613-264-8143 www.charliebrownschristmastrees.ca

Sleigh Rides Dec. 7, 8 & 14, 15 South of Kemptville East of 416 & County Rd. 44 2853 Porter Road

Cut your own/pre-cut

FREE BOUGHS

Brewer Christmas Tree Farm Open Daily November 30 - December 22 Pre-cut or cut your own!

Located on Bay Road Approximately 4km off Hwy 15 (from Smiths Falls) or off Rideau Ferry Rd (from Perth)

613-285-9241

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LUXURY APARTMENTS ASHLEY CHASE now has a 1 bedroom unit available, as well as a couple of 2 bedroom, one bathroom units.

ASHLEY CHASE is a luxury apartment building with an exercise room, library, and entertainment room. All units have central air.

Located near downtown Perth, overlooking the Tay River.

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FITNESS & HEALTH

Maple Grove School Lanark: Boot-camp Mondays 6 pm & Thursdays 7:45 pm. Starts January 6th.

Tuesday 6 pm Cardio & Core class Starts Tuesday January 7th. GetFit StayFit Facebook Page getfitstayfitwithjackie@ gmail.com 613-897-4477

WANTED Contractor pays top cash for property in need of renovation or repair, any area. Gerry Hudson, Kingston (613)449-1668 Sales Representative Rideau Town and Country Realty Ltd, Brokerage (613)273-5000.

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Wanted - furnace oil, will remove tank if possible.

Call 613-479-2870.

Staples SMITHS FALLS 613-283-3200 ext 236

Staples 302 Colonnade Dr. KEMPTVILLE 613-258-5900

Assortment of used tires, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16.5.

Summers, all-season and snows. Also used car parts. Gord 613-257-2498.

FARM 4x5 round bales of hay for sale. Stored under cover.

Carleton Place area.

613-253-8006.

TOM’S CUSTOM AIRLESS PAINTING Specializing in roof barn & aluminum/ vinyl siding painting *30 years experience. *Screw nailing and roof repairs.

Insured and Bonded Free Estimates (613)283-8475

VEHICLES 2004 Pontiac Grand Am, automatic, $1600 OBO. 4 brand new all season tires put on vehicle late Nov. 2013. New battery put in March 2013. Has been driven roughly 50 km since March. Numerous parts repaired or replaced.

Car drives well, but has issue with starting on a regular basis. Great for parts. Contact by email tyler_guerin@hotmail.com or call 613-207-0317.

BARNS

We repair, modify or demolish any size of structure.

Salvaged buildings, timber and logs for sale.

Various size buildings.

Fully insured.

John Denton Contracting Cell (613)285-7363

VEHICLES

R. Thomson Auto

No upcharges, no hidden fees.

Staples CARLETON PLACE 613-253-2400 ext 236

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Buy with confidence Reliable and affordable used vehicles Financing O.A.C.

613-267-7484 www.rthomsonauto.com

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LAIDLAW CARRIERS VAN DIVISION requires experienced AZ licensed drivers to run the U.S. Premium mileage rate. Home weekly. New equipment. Also hiring Owner Operators.

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PERSONALS AT K I D S TA B L E A G A I N T H I S CHRISTMAS? Fifth wheel at holiday parties? Make a change.

Call MISTY RIVER INTRODUCTIONS & let us help you find someone wonderful to spend your life with. CALL (613)257-3531, www.mistyriverintros.com.

DATING SERVICE. Long-term/shortterm relationships, free to try!

1-877-297-9883. Talk with single ladies. Call #7878 or 1-888-534-6984.

Talk now! 1-866-311-9640 or #5015.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPS. JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages from $32/hour, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Full-time permanent with benefits. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at: hannachrysler.ca Fax 403-854-2845; Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.

COMMERCIAL RENT

Hay, small square bales, Carleton Place, downhorse hay, $3.50. town, 2 stores, 761 sq. ft.

613-267-5819. $650. 1000 ft. $875. Also Gibson Center, good comoffice space, 900, LIVESTOCK mercial 1200, 3000 sq. ft.

Poultry- Standard Brown 613-257-5711.

Leghorns, Blue-Laced Gold Wyandottes, White Store front retail space.

Chantecers. Bantam- Black Excellent location, downWyandottes, Barred town Carleton Place, near Rocks. Call 613-285-9383. town hall. 613-867-1905.

St. Jean’s Farrier Service. 613-283-1198.

Wanted to buy, horses, colts and ponies, all types.

Contact Bob Perkins at (613)342-6030.

PETS Christmas Puppies, Mamma’s Little Treasures has Shih-Tzus and Bichzus up for adoption, $500 each.

613-479-0252.

Doberman pups. Reg.’d. 2 males, 1 female. Ears cropped. Ready now.

613-284-8000.

Doggie Bed & Breakfast.

In-home kennels, grooming, fenced activity park, nature walks.

Lorna (613)200-1952 or (613)264-2203.

Miniature Poodle cross pups for sale. 7/8 Poodle 1/8 Shih Tzu. 2 black males. Born Nov. 2 1st shots and dewormed.

Elaine 613-267-2590 lostcreekfarm@ sympatico.ca Set your dog free with a Dogwatch Hidden Fence System. Service and installation of any system.

1(800)647-3307. www.dogwatchontario.ca

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3 bedroom, 2 storey home, close to downtown Perth, 5 appliances, $1,200/month plus utilities. No smoking. No pets. References required.

613-267-2977.

Carleton Place Arearoom $480.00, 2 bedroom apt. $960.00 inc util, bachelor apt. $590.00, 1 bedroom $675.00 pay util, retail or commercial space $650.00 plus util & Hst, Indoor Storage space 1200 sq ft $750.00, Indoor vehicle storage space $80.00, out door $50.00.

Call 613-253-7777.

For rent in Merrickville, 1 bedroom bachelor apartment. References required. Quiet, private, furnished or unfurnished.

Fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, laundry, queen bed, A/C, patio, parking, 4 minute walk to downtown.

Pet and smoke free.

613-269-2964.

Merrickville, waterfront in the village, renovated, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, open concept living, dining, kitchen, cathedral ceilings, panoramic river views, 5 appliances. Rent includes water, tenant pays heat (high efficiency electric), non-smoking, available December 15.

613-269-3025.

Newly renovated, 2 bedroom house, Carleton Place. Fridge, stove, heat, hydro, parking, washer and dryer included $1,200/month. No pets, no smoking, first, last references. 613-621-3823 or 613-621-2299, leave message.

Perth- 1 bedroom apartment, $620/month, in modern, well maintained, centrally located building.

Security/intercom system, modern, professionally maintained, laundry facilities. Parking included.

Plus hydro.

(613)298-2983.

Perth: 1 Bedroom apartment, very private, large balcony, electric radiant in-floor heating (new energy efficient system) free parking, coin laundry facility, TV, internet, phone jacks, no water/sewage costs. $690.00/month plus hydro. 613-479-2164.

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3 bedroom apartment, Carleton Place, 1-1/2 baths, fireplace, January 15 or February 1. $1,000 plus heat and hydro. Call FOR RENT after 7 p.m. Carleton Place. Freshly painted one bedroom 1 Bedroom apartment, 2 613-257-5198. apartment for rent, storey home located in the country, 7 min from 416 3 bedroom ensuite, large $700/month plus utilities, first and last month re(hwy 43), 8 min Winches- yard, two car garage, ister, 10 min Kemptville. land kitchen, gas fireplace. quired. 613-250-0032.

Newly renovated, high end Jan 1. $1,100. appliances, fridge, stove, 613-264-8904 Perth.

Code Apartments. Smiths dishwasher, washer Falls. Spacious, bright, 2 (steam) & dryer 3 bedroom house, Carle- bedroom in clean, quiet, $750/month all inclusive, ton Place, 1-1/2 baths, 2 adult building. Fridge, available now. car garage, semi-finished stove, parking, laundry fa613-794-3551 rec room. February 1. cilities. (613)283-7779.

1 bedroom, second floor $1,300 plus heat and hyapartment, Balderson. dro. Call after 7 p.m. Country Living Apartment, 1 bedroom, $550/plus Fridge, stove, heat and hy- 613-257-5198. utilities. Quiet. No pets, dro included. $900/month.

No pets. First and last re- 3 bedroom, newer execu- non-smoking. Minutes to quired.

Gerry tive home with view of Perth. Available Jan. 1st.

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Dalhousie Lake. Access to Monday-Friday, 613-278-0088. public beach, 5 appliances 613-267-4714.

1 bedroom upstairs apt. included, main floor masCentral location, Carleton ter with ensuite, rent Downtown Perth. Small Place. Fridge and stove in- $1,100 per month. Pro- ground floor bachelor cluded. First and last pane heat and utilities ex- apartment, including months rent and good ref- tra.

Respectfully, no fridge, stove, heat, hot waerences required. $650 smoking, no pets. ter, parking. $475/month. plus heat and hydro. No 613-264-0002.

Available January 1. pets. 613-257-4627.

613-267-6617.

3/4 of a mile west of 2 bedroom 3rd floor Kempvtille mall- 3 bed- Elmsley St North, Smiths apartment. Perth. Heat, room apartment, available Falls, 2nd floor, 3 bedwater, fridge, stove, park- February 1, 2014. Includes room apartment, convening, yard. Coin laundry in washer, dryer, fridge and ient location, laundry in basement. $700/month stove, garbage removal, unit, hardwood, impresplus hydro.

Available grass cutting, parking, sive gas fireplace, lovely January 1. 613-267-6617. plowed driveway, heat, hy- big building. Deck at back.

2 bedroom apartment in dro and air conditioning, Parking available. Drapes Perth, $850 plus heat and deck, back and front included. Utilities extra. hydro. Includes parking, yards. Perfect for mobile Available January 1, 2014. $1,500/month. $ 9 0 0 / m o n t h . fridge, stove and laundry. seniors.

613-258-5711.

613-283-1697.

Call 613-267-6115.

Absolutely Beautiful

2 bedroom apt. Smiths $900/month + utilities, 2 Falls. Clean, quiet building. bedroom apt. near Perth hospital, fridge, stove, 613-229-1653. laundry room, references, 2 bedroom bright apart- 1st & last, view at ment, downtown Perth, www.mls.ca MLS# with balcony. $800 plus 8 8 9 8 4 2 hydro. Available February 613-200-1000.

1. 613-200-7467.

2 bedroom in Smiths Almonte 2 bedroom duFalls. Non-smoker, no plex, side-by-side, renoclean, bright. pets, newly renovated. vated, $700 per month + utilities. Hardwood floors throughout.

Large kitchen/living Call 613-206-0443. room, laundry room, 4 ap2 Bedroom Mobile home, pliances, garage. Available 1 km from Perth, 4 appli- Jan. 1. $1,050 plus ances included, heat & hy- utilities. 613-257-9121. dro extra. $700/month.

Available Dec. 1. 1 bedAvailable immediately. room upper apt., central 613-278-0620. location, Smiths Falls.

2 bedroom on lake, $580/mth. including heat. $900/month, half heat plus 613-283-7000. hydro. Available January 1.

10 minutes to Carleton Bachelor Waterfront Place. Call 613-259-5731.

Apartment. Includes appliances & utilities in Clay2 bedroom, upstairs pri- ton. $650/month. No vate house. Share some smokers or pets please. accommodations. Smiths Available Feb. 1, 2014.

Falls. $450 inclusive. 613-290-9072.

613-283-9897.

Secure 50’s Plus Building Carleton Place No Smoking No Pets $700.00 and up

2 level 3 bedroom home.

6 years new in sought after neighbourhood minutes to Perth. Great room with gas fireplace. Great working kitchen. Main floor master with ensuite and walk-in closet. Main floor laundry/powder room. Upper level 2 large bedrooms and 4 piece bath. Partially finished basement and cozy family room. 2 car garage. $1,500/mth plus utilities.

To view 613-264-0002.

Mortgage Solutions Purchases, Consolidations, Construction.

Lower than bank posted rates (OAC) On-Site Private Funds for credit issues, discharged bankrupts and BFS without proven income.

Chase Financial 1-613-384-1301 Chase Financial o/b 835289 Ontario Inc. Brokerage License #10876

FOR RENT

1&2 bedroom apartments

Seniors’ Discounts

Call 613-720-9860 or 613-823-1694

STORAGE

STORAGE Smiths Falls

STOR-N-LOCK

(2)2 bedroom apartments in Perth, fridge and stove included, 670 and $795 plus hydro.

Call 613-267-6115.

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

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Carleton Place, apartment downtown, stairs, first/last month rent, references, no smoking, no pets.

613-867-1905.

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CONSOLIDATE Debts Mortgages to 90% No income, Bad credit OK! Better Option Mortgage #10969 1-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com

LUXURY APARTMENTS COLONEL BY now has a couple of two bedroom units available, with one or two bathrooms.

COLONEL BY is a luxury apartment building with a library, entertainment room, exercise room.

All units have central air. Located in a residential area close to the County Fair Mall in Smiths Falls.

For information call Andrew Mitton 613-283-9650

LEGAL

Kemptville area. Semidetached house. Spacious.

1 bedroom. No dogs.

First/last required. References. $600/mth. plus utilities. Available immediately.

613-258-4219, 613-258-2607.

Kemptville- brand new, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms contemporary condo terrace home in desirable neighbourhood.

1138 sq.ft. many upgrades.

Close to hospital, schools, hiking tails and shopping.

Condo fees, water and parking spot are included.

Gas and hydro extra. $1,300/mth. Call Mike 613-325-0754.

Maple Ave North, Smiths Falls, very large 2nd floor, 2 bedroom apartment, loaded with features. Impressive building. Convenient location. Laundry in unit. Extra private parking.

Storage. Drapes. Hardwood.

Gas fireplace.

Utilities extra. Available January 1, 2014. $ 9 7 5 / m o n t h .

613-283-1697.

Merrickville. 1 bedroom apartment available immediately, in town across from canal and park. $700 plus hydro. Apply at Main Street Restaurant, 112 Main Street West, Merrckville.

LEGAL

CANADA PROVINCE DE QUÉBEC DISTRICT DE HULL COUR DU QUÉBEC (Chambre civile) N° : 550-22- MUNICIPALITÉ DE 014905-135 WALTHAM, personne morale de droit public ayant son bureau au 69, rue de l’Hôtel-de-Ville à Waltham, district de Pontiac, province de Québec, J0X 3H0 Demanderesse c.

HÉRITIERS ET LÉGATAIRES PARTICULIERS DE FEU FRANKLIN R. CRAIG, assignés collectivement et dont la dernière résidence connue du défunt est le 7, rue Elizabeth, case postale 953 à Kemptville, Ontario, K0G 1J0 Défendeurs ASSIGNATION (139 C.p.c.)

PAR ORDRE DU TRIBUNAL: Avis est donné aux défendeurs que la partie demanderesse a déposé au greffe de la Cour du Québec du district judiciaire de Hull une requête en délaissement forcé et prise en paiement ainsi que copie d’un inventaire de pièces. Une copie de cette requête, de l’inventaire de pièces et de l’avis aux défendeurs a été laissée à l’intention des défendeurs, au greffe du tribunal, au palais de justice de Gatineau, situé au 17, rue Laurier, Gatineau, province de Québec. Il est ordonné aux défendeurs de comparaître dans un délai de trente (30) jours de la publication de la présente ordonnance. À défaut de comparaître dans ce délai, un jugement par défaut pourra être rendu contre vous, sans autre avis, dès l’expiration de ce délai.

Soyez aussi avisé que la requête en délaissement forcé et prise en paiement sera présentée pour décision devant le tribunal le 25 février 2014 à 9:00 heures en la salle 10 du palais de justice de Gatineau.

Gatineau (Qc), le 9 décembre 2013 (s) Pascale-Laurence Bolduc ______________________ Greffier adjoint Me Vincent Vaillancourt RPGL, s.e.n.c.r.l., avocats Procureurs de la demanderesse 260-85, rue Bellehumeur Gatineau (Québec) J8T 8B7 Tél.: (819) 561-1042 / Téléc.: (819) 561-5984 n/d : 8928-029

FOR RENT Perth, 2 bedroom apartment in quiet security building. Well looked after.

Fridge, stove, parking, balcony. Laundry in building. $795/month plus hydro.

No dogs. (613)349-9377.

Perth. Available immediately. 2 bedroom apartment in security building. $650/month plus utilities.

613-283-7000.

HELP WANTED

Trillium Health Care Products 2337 Parkedale Avenue, Brockville, Ontario K6V 5W5 Fax: (613) 342-5330 Trillium Health Care Products is a manufacturer of high quality health and beauty products.

Our product lines include a number of recognized health care products to notable multi-national and domestic businesses in the North American marketplace. Located in the beautiful, 1000 Islands tourist region in Eastern Ontario, our dynamic business has immediate openings for the following position:

Calibration Technician The Primary Responsibilities for this position are: Set up and maintain the in-house calibration program to ensure compliance with all relevant GMP, safety, and environmental regulations and practices.

1. Maintain an inventory of Measurement and Test Equipment (M&TE) in the plant for which calibration is required. Maintain M&TE identification labels.

2. In consultation with M&TE users and regulatory colleagues (Safety, GMP, Environmental), establish tolerances & calibration frequencies for all M&TE in the program. Modify tolerances and frequencies as necessary with appropriate approvals.

3. Input and / or maintain calibration records of all M&TE equipment and calibrations performed in-house or by calibration contractors.

4. In consultation with Supervisor, select, use, and maintain, all precision M&TE, used to calibrate plant M&TE. 5. Write or compile instructions for the calibration of new and existing M&TE. Obtain necessary approvals to instructions and maintain current revisions.

6. Conduct calibrations for M&TE within the established calibration dates or as requested by customers.

7. Act as a resource to Project Leaders for the calibration of M&TE being installed or validated.

8. Coordinate the calibration of M&TE performed by calibration contractors.

9. Train calibration contractors in facility SOP’s for work done on-site.

10. Follow all SOP’s governing the calibration of M&TE in the plant.

11. Notify Supervision, M&TE users and appropriate regulatory colleagues (Safety, GMP, Environmental), of all calibrations that are found to be out of tolerance or past due. Label the M&TE according to SOP. 12. Abide by all applicable safety requirements for the use of equipment in hazardous locations.

13. Overtime work may be required 14. Shift work may be required.

15. Other duties and functions may be required depending on workload, projects, etc.

Prerequisites Education 1. Certification in a registered trade (mechanical or electrical) or holder of a diploma as a mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation technician.

2. Training in instrumentation functions, configuration, and programming.

3. Experience in computer systems in a windows environment.

Experience / Training 1. Five years experience as a service provider in an industrial environment.

2. Proven ability to independently learn and apply concepts and new equipment applications.

3. Ability to write clear instructions for the calibration of electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic M&TE. 4. Demonstrated ability to work independently with production colleagues to efficiently schedule work within regulated time frames.

5. Ability to interact effectively with production and maintenance colleagues, contractors, and auditors.

6. Ability to troubleshoot and tune process control loops.

Additional specific training must be completed before all functions of this position may be fulfilled.

1. Completion of a recognized training program for instrument calibration.

2. Specific training programs for M&TE and software used in the calibration program.

3. In-house training for work in elevated locations, contractor safety, electrical safety, confined space entry, and GMP documentation

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FARM

Working shifts 8 or 12 hour, weekend and overtime & stand by may be required based on business needs.

If you are a qualified for this position please forward your resume in confidence to: Human Resources Trillium Health Care Products 2337 Parkedale Ave. Brockville, Ontario K6V 5W5 Fax: (613) 342-5330 E-mail in Word format: careers@trilliumhcp.com Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

THE EMC - 32 - Thursday, December 19, 2013

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

Perth, bachelor apartment, centrally located, close to Algonquin College. Includes, heat, water, fridge, and stove. Non-smoking.

No pets. $500/month.

Available immediately.

First and last months rent.

Call 613-257-2338.

Perth- Stunning new 1 bedroom, country home, 2,600 sq.ft., 7 private acres. 5 km from Perth. Recently featured in Ottawa Citizen. Built from a reclaimed barn. $1,600/month plus utilities. kandace@ripnet.com

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

FAX YOUR AD 283-5909

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Looking for Work?

WE WANT TO HELP!

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

Room- Located in the heart of Perth near the Perth Pool. Walking distance to Algonquin College and all essential services.

Room and house privileges available in a 4 bedroom house shared with other tenants. House has full basement with newly renovated bathroom.

Washer and dryer available in basement. House is completed with yard, deck, and shed. Available January 1st, 2014. $550/month Utilities Included (Water, Heat, Air Conditioner, Hydro). No Pets. No smoking in house. Contact: 613-264-8565 After 7 p.m.

Shamrock Apartments, Perth, 2 bedroom apartment, $860/month includes heat and hydro.

Available January 1.

613-264-8380.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Smiths Falls, 3 Bdrm.

Ground floor. 66 Queen St. $915/m. First $ Last month rent. Gas & Hydro extra.

Della Realty 613-790-8556.

FOR RENT

PERSONAL

REAL ESTATE

Spacious newly renovated 3 bedroom apt downtown Perth $800 + heat 613-264-8904 avail Feb. 1.

Port Elmsley- Private Sale. Three bedroom bungalow, exceptionally maintained, updates, family kitchen, fireplaces, gas, new bathroom. Low heatTwo bedroom in duplex, ing costs. Reduced to sell. $750 plus hydro. First/last. $236,000.00. Call Charlie 613-285-6989.

Smiths Falls- quiet loca- Frankville. 613-213-1772. tion.

Bachelor unit.

Available immediately.

Newly renovated. $600/mth. Utilities included. 613-285-7363 evenings.

Are you concerned about someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drinking?

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

Call 613-284-6100, 257-3138, 272-3105, 203-3713, 826-2566, 283-5038.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Smiths Falls. Bachelor apartment, available May 1, no pets, no smoking, single female preferred.

Call Graham 613-283-0865.

Smiths Falls- Carssridge Apartment, 1 bedroom, $920/month, available immediately.

Heat, hydro, cable included. Please call 613-283-9650.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Alcoholics Anonymous (613)284-2696.

Overeaters Anonymous 613-264-5158

Lanark Community Programs A Part of Lanark Renfrew Health & Community Services

Monday to Friday: 8:30 am to / ednesdays: 10 am to 4 pm

Community Employment Services

Funded by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, and in part by the Government of Canada.

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2337 Parkedale Avenue, Brockville, Ontario K6V 5W5

Trillium Health Care Products is a manufacturer of high quality health and beauty products. Our product lines include a number of recognized health care products to notable multi-national and domestic businesses in the North American marketplace.

Our business has an opportunity for a:

Licensed Plumber

RCHS is funded by the South East LHIN and the Ministry of Community & Social Services

Heart of the Rideau Canal

LOCATION: Economic Development Department

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Contract Full Time (January 2014 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; December 2014) REPORTING TO: Chief Administrative OfďŹ cer POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Chief Administrative OfďŹ cer, will coordinate Marketing & Promotion, Tourism Development, Implementation of the Cultural Plan, Community Events and Building Community Capacity for the Town.

Primary Responsibilities include: s /PERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF FACILITY STEAM AND WATER PIPING SYSTEMS STEAM BOILERS WATER SOFTENERS WATER AND GLYCOL HEATER SYSTEMS CHILLED WATER PIPING SYSTEMS AND 2EVERSE /SMOSIS PURIlED WATER EQUIPMENT s /PERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF AIR COMPRESSORS AND THE FACILITY COMPRESSED AIR PIPing system s !BILITY TO DETERMINE PIPING SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS AND PIPE SIZING s )NSTALL REPAIR SERVICE AND MAINTAIN PLUMBING lXTURES PUMPS CHILLED WATER COILS

STEAM COILS AND HEAT EXCHANGERS

On an interim basis the successful incumbent will be responsible for the core elements of Investment and Residential Attraction, Sector Teams (Ontario East), Leveraging Government Funds, Job Creation along with Administration of the Economic Development Department and managing the current programs and staff.

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Prerequisites of this position: s -INIMUM GRADE (IGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA s 4RADE #ERTIlCATION AS A LICENSED PLUMBER AND EXPERIENCE IN FACILITY MAINTENANCE WITH MINIMUM YEARS EXPERIENCE s +NOWLEDGE OF /3(! REGULATIONS 7(-)3 s #ONlNED SPACE ENTRY FALL ARREST s !VAILABILITY FOR SHIFT WORK STANDBY AND CALL INS AS REQUIRED s $EMONSTRATED ABILITY TO WORK IN A TEAM ENVIRONMENT AND INDEPENDENTLY THROUGHOUT the organization utilizing good communication skills.

Interested persons may submit their resumes quoting job reference Community Development Coordinator 2014 in the subject line to kmiskelly@smithsfalls.ca in a word document on or before: Wednesday January 8, 2014 at 12:00 noon.

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)F YOU ARE A QUALIlED FOR THIS POSITION PLEASE FORWARD YOUR RESUME IN CONlDENCE TO

/NLY CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED

RCHS is an equal opportunity employer, respecting and embracing the needs and diversity of our employees. If you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process, please call 613-269-3400 ext. 228.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

Fax: (613) 342-5330

Fax: (613) 342-5330 E-mail in Word format: Careers@TrilliumHCP.com

For more information, please visit our website at www.rideauchs.ca.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Trillium Health Care Products

Human Resources Trillium Health Care Products 2337 Parkedale Ave. Brockville, Ontario K6V 5W5

CertiďŹ ed Dental Assistant 3 days per week until March 31, 2014 Rate: $27 per hour Closing Date: December 27, 2013

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40 Sunset Boulevard Suite 102 Perth, Ontario, K7H 2Y4 Phone: 613-267-1381 Fax: 613-267-1806

Rideau Community Health Services (RCHS) is a non-proďŹ t, fully accredited organization that offers primary health care and social services throughout Lanark, Leeds & Grenville. RCHS invites applications for the following position offered through our Smiths Falls Community Health Centre.

Willows Agriservices located in Delta ON, is seeking a full time Feed Mill Production Assistant The responsibilities consist of assisting in all manufacturing operations including feed production and bagging, general maintenance, tractor duties and accepting deliveries.

Must be physically ďŹ t.

Please send resumes to

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on the web: cesperth.ca

Lanark Early IntegraĆ&#x;on Program (LEIP) requires ENHANCE SUPPORT WORKERS with experience and knowledge of working with children idenĆ&#x;fied with special needs in a childcare seĆŤng. We are currently looking for workers in the Almonte/ Carleton Place area.

Closing date December 27, 2013.

Only those selected for an interview will contacted.

Send resumes: Bev Toderian 30 BenneĆŠ Street Carleton Place K7C4J9 or email btoderian@lcp-home.com

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Free Services Include:

jenn@willowsagriservices.ca

PERSONAL TRUE PSYCHICS For Answers, CALL NOW 24/7 Toll FREE 1-877-342-3032 Mobile: #4486 www.truepsychics.ca

LEGAL CRIMINAL RECORD? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let your past limit your career plans!

Since 1989 Confidential, Fast Affordable - A+ BBB Rating EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM Call for FREE INFO BOOKLET 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) w w w . R e m o v e Yo u r R e cord.com

LOST & FOUND Found- Ladies ring found in October in Wal-Mart (Smiths Falls).

Call 613-283-6081.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Town of Smiths Falls is an equal opportunity employer. The Town will attempt to provide reasonable accommodation for known disability for an applicant or employee if requestedâ&#x20AC;?.

HELP WANTED

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, resumes are only accepted in response to advertised vacancies and will be used for the purposes of determining eligibility for employment only. We appreciate all resumes, but on those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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THE EMC - 33 - Thursday, December 19, 2013

HELP WANTED

Job PosĆ&#x;ng Reporter (5-month term) Metroland East

The Hospital: Kemptville District Hospital is a fully accredited healthcare facility committed to building healthy communities. We are distinct within the provincial health system as a model of hospital-led integrated health services. We provide primary care management services, acute care hospital services, advanced orthopaedic care and pride ourselves on being a good partner within the system. Kemptville Hospital consistently ranks among the top hospitals in Ontario for both patient and employee satisfaction.

THE COMPANY A subsidiary of Torstar CorporaĆ&#x;on, Metroland is one of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier media companies. Metroland delivers up-to-the-minute vital business and community informaĆ&#x;on to millions of people across Ontario. We have grown significantly in recent years in terms of audience and adverĆ&#x;sers and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re conĆ&#x;nuing to invest heavily in developing best-in-class talent, products and technology to accelerate our growth in the media landscape and strengthen our connecĆ&#x;on to the community. For further informaĆ&#x;on, please visit www.metroland.com.

MANAGER, NURSING SERVICES

THE OPPORTUNITY Metroland East is seeking a reporter, for a community paper for a temp posĆ&#x;ng January 1- June 1, 2014. The posiĆ&#x;on is based out of OĆŠawa.

The Workplace: We are a growing, progressive, team-focused environment.

We are small enough to know that we need each other to succeed. We are large enough to challenge the most talented people to excel. Our shared commitment is to Building Healthy Communities.

The Right Candidate: A CNO registered member, Masters degree preferred, you bring demonstrated leadership, superior mentoring, and project management skills. Minimum of 5 years recent related experience, of which at least 2 years are at a managerial level preferred in Emergency or Critical Care programming. Geriatrics experience preferred. You strive to make a difference, fostering an environment that emphasizes clinical and fiscal accountability, patient satisfaction, professional practice, and collaboration. You are enthusiastic about integrated systems change, evolving roles of hospitals, community health, and team based quality care.

To Be Considered: If you want to help shape the future of clinical services and community health and wellness with KDH and our network partners, please send your resume and cover letter by January 6th, 2014 to: Human Resources Kemptville District Hospital PO Box 2007, 2675 Concession Rd., Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0 Fax: (613)258-7853 E-mail: hr@kdh.on.ca or apply on line at: www.kdh.on.ca

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES This posiĆ&#x;on requires strong wriĆ&#x;ng and an ability to come up with fresh story ideas. The candidate will be expected to produce clean, quick, and interesĆ&#x;ng stories on a variety of topics â&#x20AC;&#x201C; news, features and sports. As well as reporĆ&#x;ng for our newspaper, the successful candidate should have mulĆ&#x;media skills, as they will also be required to provide online content.

WHAT WEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;RE LOOKING FOR The successful candidate must be able to work well with others, be organized, mulĆ&#x;-task under Ć&#x;ght deadlines, and have solid news judgment. Evening and weekend work will be required.

Applicants must possess: â&#x20AC;˘ a journalism degree or diploma; â&#x20AC;˘ experience in photography; â&#x20AC;˘ experience in online journalism; â&#x20AC;˘ experience with page layout using InDesign; â&#x20AC;˘ strong knowledge of social media; â&#x20AC;˘ valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence and access to a vehicle.

If working for a highly energized, compeĆ&#x;Ć&#x;ve team is your ideal environment, please email your resume to Ryland Coyne Regional Managing Editor rcoyne@perfprint.ca Deadline for applicaĆ&#x;ons is Dec. 21st, 2013 Job category: media

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Full/Part Time Cleaners/Team Leaders for growing residential cleaning company based in North Gower. Mon-Fri. No evenings. No weekends.

All travel paid. $ 1 1 . 0 0 - $ 1 4 . 0 0 / h r.

(613)489-3993 or elitecleaning@storm.ca

Help Wanted! Make $1000 weekly mailing brochures from HOME! NO experience required.

Start immediately! www.TheMailingHub.com

CLASSIFIEDS

HELP WANTED

Commission position with Guaranteed Earnings. Company vehicle and benefits available. Start date Jan 6th â&#x20AC;&#x201C; letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kick off the New Year!

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CLEANING / JANITORIAL Market. Open 6 Days a

Rideau Carleton Raceway We are looking for an experienced Groundskeeper & Maintenance helper to join our team. This is a full-time, permanent position, with varied shifts.

Pay range is $12.00 to $15.00 per hour based on qualifications. See rcr.net for a full description.

Please submit resume to hr@rcr.net.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;A1â&#x20AC;? Handyman with halfton truck. Dump hauling, wood splitting, driveway sealing, moving, tree removal, eaves trough cleaning, carpentry, siding, painting, roofing, general maintenance. Call Kevin 613-253-4764.

Laidlaw Carriers (Cardinal)- looking for licenced mechanic or experienced apprentice. Work boot allowance, benefit package, competitive wages. Fax resume: Brian Lodge Certified Mason. 12 years 613-657-4834 or email: experience. Chimney repair, restoration, parging, blodge@laidlaw.ca repointing. Brick, block and stone. Small/big job HELP WANTED specialist. Free estimates.

613-250-0290.

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Riverside Ford is looking for a full time Auto Parts Consultant.

The ideal candidate will be an energetic, organized, team-oriented individual who can multi-task in a fast paced environment. Responsibilities include answering phones, assisting customers and helping maintain a proper workďŹ&#x201A;ow within our shop.

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Call Dan 613-283-2264 Free pick-up of old appliances, furnaces, A/Cs, car batteries, electronics, other scrap metal. Scott in Carleton Place 613-240-0374.

Handyman Maintenance.

Roof to paint or yard. Call Dave, 30 years experience.

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Mature, experienced server needed. Flexible WORK WANTED schedule. Part-time/Fulltime. Apply by resume at: 73 Bridge St., Carleton Professional & Reliable Place or call Movers- 2 Men & 17â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Cube $95/hr, 2 Men & 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 613-257-1500.

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Must have Retail Sales Experience and a genuine love for the automobile. We ask that our reps can make a deal on their own so computer skills and knowledge of financing would be an asset.

First and Foremost you will need an easy way with people and ties to the Kemptville area. Most of your business here will be from people you network or have referred.

Part-time (20 hours/week); 1 year contract The Hub Hospice Palliative Care offers an exciting challenge for a Registered Nurse to expand a community based volunteer palliative care service for Mississippi Mills. The Coordinator will be responsible for the management of the Hub Hospice palliative care program. For more information about the position and qualiďŹ cations required, visit www.hubhospice.com by January 10, 2014.

AUTO PARTS CONSULTANT

M&K Renovations looking for jobs: Siding, decking, fencing, drywall, painting, laminated floors, windows, doors.

Call Mike for quote, 613-259-2446, 613-464-2622.

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CDSBEO schools raise more than $19,000 in support of Typhoon Haiyan relief News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The school communities of the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario (CDSBEO) have responded to the devastating typhoon tragedy in the Philippines by raising more than $19,000 through special fundraisers and school events, since early November. Students, staff members, parents and local communities have expressed their concern for vic-

tims and survivors of the recent disaster by enthusiastically participating in an overwhelming number of fundraising events held at schools across the board.

The collective total of $19,221.75 (raised as of Dec. 5) will double to $38,443.50 under the Government of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plan to match donations dollar for dollar. In many of the boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s schools, ongoing projects will continue

to push that amount higher during the coming weeks and months. The money will be distributed through the Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace.

Staff and students engaged in a variety of activities in order to raise the money, including coin challenges, hat days, pajama days, and dress-down/ casual days. School staff also provided

students with details about the Philippines and the scope of the disaster in terms of the number of people affected.

Director of Education, William J. Gartland, praised the work of students and staff. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This response is a true reflection of the commitment to justice that our students and staff demonstrate day in and day out,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They have seen that others in our world are

suffering and they have responded in a positive way. They truly exemplify our board theme as they are witnesses to hope.â&#x20AC;?

The Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario operates 40 elementary and 10 secondary schools across eight counties.

Submitted by the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario.

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Mushroom and goat cheese quesadilla wedges an easy appetizer Lifestyle â&#x20AC;&#x201C; This is a delicious appetizer or snack. For a party, the filling can be made ahead of time, then rewarm and fill the tortillas just before baking.

Preparation time: 25 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Baking time: 12 to 15 minutes Makes: 32 wedges Ingredients â&#x20AC;˘ 2 tbsp (25 mL) olive oil â&#x20AC;˘ 1/2 cup (125 mL) diced red onion

â&#x20AC;˘ 1 lb (500 g) thinly sliced Cremini mushrooms (about four cups/1 L) â&#x20AC;˘ 4 cloves Ontario Garlic, minced â&#x20AC;˘ 1 tbsp (15 mL) dried tarragon leaves â&#x20AC;˘ 1/4 tsp (1 mL) each salt and pepper â&#x20AC;˘ 180 g Chèvre cheese (soft goat), crumbled â&#x20AC;˘ 8 7-inch (18 cm) whole grain flour tortillas â&#x20AC;˘ Vegetable oil cooking spray

Garnishes (optional) â&#x20AC;˘ Low-fat sour cream or yogurt â&#x20AC;˘ Minced fresh Ontario chives Preparation instructions In large non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium heat; cook onion until softened, two to three minutes. Add mushrooms; cook for five to seven minutes or until starting to brown and liquid is released.

Add garlic, tarragon, salt and pepper; cook for one minute. Remove from

heat. Stir in cheese until melted and well mixed.

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Bake in 375°F (190°C) oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown

and crisp, pressing with spatula during cooking if necessary. Transfer to cutting board and let cool about five minutes.

Cut each quesadilla into eight wedges.

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Nutritional information (one wedge): â&#x20AC;˘ Protein: 2 grams â&#x20AC;˘ Fat: 3 grams â&#x20AC;˘ Carbohydrate: 6 grams â&#x20AC;˘ Calories: 58 â&#x20AC;˘ Fibre: 0.5 grams

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Regina-built 1940 Pontiac with same owner 35 years Other Pontiacs for 1940 were equipped with inline flathead six or straight eight engines. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Soon after buying it, I had it repainted (a mistake) because of a few minor fender scrapes and some peeling on the hood.

I cleaned and painted the underside and detailed the engine compartment, but the car remains unrestored. A few years ago, I replaced the 4:11 gears with 3:55 gears from a â&#x20AC;&#x2122;52 Powerglide car to give the Pontiac longer legs on the highway. I also had the hubcaps and bumpers replated (the grille and other trim items are original and near perfect), and I added bumper guards, beauty rings, and wide whitewall tires. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lovely tour car, now with about 75,000 miles, and always attracts a lot of attention.â&#x20AC;?

Soon after buying the Pontiac, George joined the Manitoba Classic and Antique Automobile Club

(http:/mcaac.mb.ca) and has been active with this organization ever since.

The club was founded in 1960 and now has about

200 members.

As George mentions, his 1940 Pontiac was built at the GM plant in Regina. According to Cars

of Canada by Durnford and Baechler, that plant opened in December 1928 as a five-building complex that included a body-building plant and a one-third mile test track. The first car built there was a 1929 Chevrolet.

Other cars, including McLaughlinBuick, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile, were also built

there. Regina was selected for its central location as a distribution point and also because labour was available during the farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; offseason.

The Oshawa factory list price was $1,002 for a 1940 Pontiac Arrow 2-door sedan and $1,059 for the Arrow Deluxe. Regina prices may have been slightly higher.

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Lifestyle â&#x20AC;&#x201C; George Rogers of Winnipeg, Manitoba, became active in the old car hobby in 1978 when he purchased his first old car as an adult. The car was an original 1940 Pontiac 2-door sedan being sold by sealed tender for the estate of the original owner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I saw it, I just had to own it,â&#x20AC;? recalls George. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I stewed over my bid, submitted it, then replaced it with a higher bid.

To my delight, my second bid won and I later learned that my first bid would not have won. The car was meticulously maintained with 60,000 miles. It was built in Regina, and as a Canadian-built Pontiac, it is more Chevrolet than Pontiac. It has the 216 cubic inch overhead-valve 90 horsepower six cylinder engine, vacuum-powered gearshift (80 per cent automatic, only 20 per cent driver effort according to GM ads), and a 4:11 rear end.â&#x20AC;?

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Director puts own spin on classic story with latest Hobbit installment rest of the dwarves continue on their quest to reclaim the dwarven kingdom.

Over hill and through forest they must go â&#x20AC;&#x201C; facing giant spiders and wood elves till they reach Lake Town in the shadow of the Lonely Mountain, and finally to the mountain itself.

Bilbo continues to use the ring to evade danger and help his friends.

They are pursued by orcs, but find help in the skin changer Beorn (Mikael Persbrandt). Dark stirrings in Dol Guldor call Gandalf away to investigate. They are captured by the Elf king Thranduil (Lee Pace), but are unexpectedly helped by Tauriel (Evangeline Lily) and the prince Legolas (Orlando Bloom) himself. Bard (Luke Evans) helps them get into Lake Town, but the orcs are relentless. Still the

My Take MARK HASKINS

company pushes on for the mountain.

Inside the Lonely Mountain there is still the beast to contend with. Smaug (Benedict Cumberbatch) is a creature of terrible fury and tremendous evil. He is fire. He is death. He is dragon.

To say the film is a departure from the book is an understatement. There are those fans out there who are wondering what makes Peter Jackson think he can tell the story better than Tolkien. To them I would say

that in our long tradition of storytelling, when stories were passed down from storyteller to listener, with each new telling the story would change. Each storyteller leaves their mark on the story. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what we do, and whether you agree with how Jackson is telling the story or not, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s undeniable that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s telling one heck of a story.

The Desolation of Smaug is another gift of movie magic that continues to be a work of such surreal beauty. It steals your breath

as it brings a tear to your eye. Its story is a gripping adventure thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s as much about the characters as it is about their feats.

Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage and all the rest of the company of dwarves are perfect. They are joined by the likes of Orlando Bloom, Evangeline Lily, Luke Evans, Sylvester McCoy, and Stephen Fry who are no less perfect. Then there is Benedict Cumberbatch who, with each syllable uttered, gives voice to all of Smaugâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cruel glory.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s difficult to judge a film when you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seen it all, but I can say that after seeing two thirds of The Hobbit I long to see its conclusion.

Mark Haskinsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; column is a regular feature of the EMC.

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MOVIE: The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug STARRING: Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage, Evangeline Lily, Orlando Bloom, Luke Evans and Benedict Cumberbatch DIRECTOR: Peter Jackson RATING: PG Arts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I was skeptical about The Hobbit being made as a trilogy. Mind you this isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a true trilogy. This is a single film broken into three parts that takes three years to watch. Still, now that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen two thirds of The Hobbit Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m beginning to come around to Peter Jacksonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s way of thinking.

The Desolation of Smaug continues the story of The Hobbit as Gandalf (Ian McKellen), Bilbo (Martin Freeman), Thorin (Richard Armitage) and the

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