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CHATHAM-KENT — As of Monday, March 1, Chatham-Kent Public Health was moved into the Orange-Protect status under the province’s COVID-19 framework. This will allow residents of Chatham-Kent a few freedoms that their neighbours in Windsor Essex won’t have. Social gatherings will now have a limit of 10 people indoors and 25 outdoors. For organized public gatherings, in staffed businesses, where social distance can be maintained, the new limits are 50 people indoors and 100 people outdoors. Religious services, including weddings and funeral services, will get a boost up to 30 per cent of capacity of the room indoors and up to 100 people outdoors. Restaurants will see the biggest difference as patrons indoors can now number up to 50, provided social distancing measures can be maintained. Sports and recreational facilities can go back to levels from before the Christmas holidays and arenas may now open, with a maximum of 50 people indoors at these facilities. Strict screening of participants is required. Meanwhile, Windsor-Essex remains in Red: Control status and is expected to stay there until local numbers improve. For more information on Chatham-Kent’s new status, visit ckphu.com. For updates on the Windsor-Essex status, visit wechu.org.

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LEAMINGTON — Talking Over Pizza was the latest fundraising event held this past Saturday at Dominos Leamington. Here, organizer Mike Diab tries his hand at flipping a pizza crust into the air. The fundraiser was a resounding success, easily surpassing their $5000 goal for The Bridge Youth Resource Centre. See our story on page 2. Sun photo

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Talking Over Pizza raises funds for The Bridge By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — Although the final tallies aren’t quite ready, all signs point to a very successful Talking Over Pizza event at Dominos Leamington on Saturday, February 27. With the November postponement of Talking Over Turkey still fresh in their minds, Deanna and Mike Diab turned their attention to other ways of helping their community and have been busy pitching in with different organizations over the past months. Saturday’s Talking Over Pizza benefited The Bridge Youth Resource Centre and the Diabs were present, nice and early, at a busy Leamington Dominos location.

Mike tried his hand at flipping pizza dough in the air and helping to get pizzas ready with the Dominos staff, led by manager Brandy Van Every. Dominos Leamington owner, Zubaer Parvez, pledged to donate a portion from each $15 pizza sold, to The Bridge. As of press time, Talking Over Pizza was expected to surpass their $5000 goal, but the results were still being tabulated. Hundreds of pizzas went out the door over the course of the day, creating a nice windfall for The Bridge. The Diabs were there every step of the way, making sure that everyone was acknowledged

as they picked up their ‘pizza for a cause’. “It’s all about talking to each other,” he said. “Whether you’re talking to someone over a turkey or a pizza, you’re still talking and that’s the key.” Dominos employee Alyssa Quick, donated all of her tips from the day, and then tripled them as a donation to the cause. Diab said they chose The Bridge because they’ve seen the work being done there. “The Bridge is a great cause,” he said. “They do great work for our community.” The Bridge provides resources, shelter, education and programs to help youth ages 14-24 who may need a leg-up from time-to-time, and the funds will be put to good use. Mike’s dozens of attempts at flipping pizza dough in the air were met with many smiles by staff and customers alike. “I put holes in the pizzas,” he laughed. Thanks to Dominos. We couldn’t do this without them.”

“The phone has been ringing all day,” he said at 4 pm. “Come see how hard these people are working.” At the end of the day, with flour, cornmeal and sauce remnants on his blue Dominos shirt, Mike Diab stepped away with his wife to begin the task of tabulating the generous donations that came in. “The generosity of this community is amazing,” he said. “Leamington’s amazing response is always appreciated.”

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tre as Windsor-Essex rolls out their vaccination plans this week. Starting Monday, March 8, Leamington area residents — anyone from the county for that matter — 80 years and over, will begin receiving the first doses of COVID-19 vaccine at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre (formerly the Sherk Complex). Municipal crews have been busy readying the complex for the influx of county residents wanting the vaccine. All regional vaccination plans are following the provincial master plan,

developed by Ontario’s Vaccine Task Force. It’s expected that, once the 80-plus crowd is inoculated, the vaccines will be available to those between the ages of 75 and 79 next. In the midst of all of that, are remaining health care workers, front-line people such as police, fire and EMS, as well as administrative folks in congregate settings. If all goes well and vaccine supply remains steady, anyone in Ontario wanting a vaccine, should have one by Labour Day. The steadily increasing vaccinations are said to be the ‘light at the end of the

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Local teen chosen as Tourette Association Youth Ambassador By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — Leamington’s Lily Steinhoff was diagnosed two years ago with Tourette Syndrome, and was recently named a Youth Ambassador for the Tourette Association of America. The 14-year-old Grade 9 student at Leamington District Secondary School applied for the Ambassador’s program in January, and found out last week that

she had been chosen. Today (March 3) is Tourette Advocacy Day and Lily is participating in a Zoom meeting with the Michigan House of Representatives, where she will talk to them about Tourette and the challenges that come with it. “A lot of people don’t know about it,” she said. “I’m hoping to raise more awareness.” With Lily’s selection, she has become the first ever Canadian Youth Advocate for the Association. “I saw it online in January, so I applied,” she said. “I’m happy to be chosen.” Her mom, Julie Hartwick and dad, Harvey Steinhoff, are equally as excited. “We’re really proud of her,” said Julie. “She came across it online, applied and got chosen. We couldn’t be more excited.” Normally, Ambassadors are invited to the U.S. Capitol, where they would speak in front of U.S. representatives about the need for increased awareness. Leamington’s Lily Steinhoff has been chosen as a Youth But the COVID panAmbassador for the Tourette Association of America. demic has put a damper She’s the first Canadian Ambassador to be chosen. on that trip for this year.

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Cedar Beach Drug Store, Wednesday, March 3, 2021 owned by Red Morris, Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives offered drugs, toiletries, china and souvenirs for sale as well as providing a luncheon menu. Speed boat rides were available from the Cedar Beach Drug Store for 50 cents a ride for summer visitors renting a cabin or for cottagers not owning a boat. The boats could be taken through the placid canal or out into the rougher waters of Lake Erie. This photograph of an unidentiﬁed family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in breviations than acronyms, so we won’t the late 1940s or early 1950s.

Talking about acroynms I got to thinking about acronyms recently and how we’ve abbreviated pretty much every word in the English language as time has marched on. We’re living with one of our newer acronyms now — COVID — an acronym we’d soon like to forget. We often don’t realize that acronyms play a big part in our everyday life. Oh, you didn’t know COVID was an acronym? It stands for Corona Virus Disease. You’ve got your usual, run-of-the-mill acronyms out there, like NHL, NAACP and CRA — all of which need no explanation. You have to wonder where they came from. Who was the lazy person who didn’t want to write them out fully? Or, was this person very frugal with their ink? Back in the day, you had to dip your quill pen into the ink and then write until it went dry. Maybe that’s when acronyms were born. A quick check of Google tells us that among the first English language acronyms were SCOTUS and POTUS — two that we’ve become more familiar with in recent years. It’s said that Walter A. Philips of the United Press Association, in 1879, coined the terms when sending telegraphs. Of course, SCOTUS stands for Supreme Court of the United States, while POTUS is President of the United States. I guess FLOTUS (First Lady) came along later. So, we’ll blame Mr. Philips of the good old USA. When I think of more modern ones, I think of LOL, LMAO and BRB, which are probably more short forms or ab-

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count those. But words likes SCUBA (self-contained underwater breathing apparatus) and RADAR (radio detection and ranging) are both products of an earlier era. The word SNAFU probably can’t be discussed in this column because it’s NSFW (not safe for work) but we can say AWOL (absent without leave), another term from days gone by. If you drive a SMART car, you’ll be happy to know that’s a bit of an acronym. Seems it was first called the Swatchmobile, because it was developed by the same company that made the Swatch. Once it became popular, they changed it to Swatch Mercedes Art, which shortens to SMART. Here we have boring old postal codes but in the USA, they have ZIP codes, which stands for zone improvement plan. Of course, we’ve got words like ASAP and R.I.P. that are used frequently in our everyday world. If you’ve got a high IQ, that’s an elevated intelligence quotient. Or if you spent time at the YMCA, you stayed at the Young Men’s Christian Association. Finally, at the end of this week, we’ll be saying TGIF, after we’ve spent the past few days TCB (taking care of business), working toward that weekend, because after all, YOLO (you only live once).

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This week marks 183 years since Battle of Pelee Island PELEE ISLAND — Leamington resident Margaret Quick Ardiel was recently looking through a book that belonged to her grandfather, Claude Quick, who was born on Pelee Island in 1885. The book was called ‘Sketches and Stories of The Lake Erie Islands — 1813-1913’ and she noticed that an ‘anniversary’ of sorts was occurring this week. After the War of 1812 had long been settled, a little-known battle occurred across a frozen Lake Erie, when a group of American and Canadian men calling themselves ‘Patriots’, invaded the Great Lakes region, then known as Upper Canada. When William McCormick moved his family of eleven to ‘Pt. Au Pelee’ Island in 1834, he settled along the north shore bluffs with a small frame building nestled between two log cabins. It was here that he would later build a dock and get to know the island’s tenants — the Allan, Butler and Fox families.

McCormick had purchased the island in 1823, and by the time he settled there, the only place to put a road was along the shoreline. At the time, he described visible signs of elk and deer populations and an island teeming with muskrats, which were trapped and speared by both white men and natives. The McCormicks farmed the land and erected a sawmill in 1836, which proved lucrative for the Pelee Islanders. According to the book, the peaceful existence of Pelee Island changed suddenly in early March of 1838, when organized rebels, known as ‘Patriots’, invaded the small island. Some 450 of them had gathered on Fighting Island, in the Detroit River and then descended upon Pelee, where they plundered residents and belongings there. It was their intent to capture William McCormick, a former member of the Canadian Parliament. The McCormicks had somehow received word of the impending in-

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This latest endeavour with Canadian Blood Services is just one more ‘step’ in the family’s acknowledgement of those who helped them in their journey. They are paying it forward in the most generous way. The blood clinic will be held on Wednesday, March 17 at the Grovedale Arts & Culture Centre at 103 Park Street, Kingsville. The clinic runs from 1pm to 7 pm, but you will need to schedule an appointment due to COVID restrictions. You can do so by calling 1-888-236-6283 or booking online at blood.ca.

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KINGSVILLE — The Super Ethan’s Steps fundraising group has adopted the upcoming blood donor clinic in Kingsville on March 17. Nicole Abdul-Massih, who is Ethan’s mom, is happy to be giving back. “Our family was introduced to Canadian Blood Services over seven years ago, when our son, Ethan, was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia , six days before his second birthday,” she said. Over the next three-and-a-half years, Ethan was the recipient of countless blood and platelet transfusions in his fight against the disease. “All transfusions were needed right away, with little to no time for hesitation,” said Nicole. “Because of CBS and the generosity of those who donate blood products, Ethan was able to receive the transfusions exactly when he needed them.” Ethan completed his treatment in April of 2017 and the family is forever grateful to those who donate blood products, which helped save their little boy’s life. The first annual Super Ethan’s Steps event — an outdoor walking event to bring people together and raise awareness of childhood cancer — was held in the fall of 2016. They also have partnered with the Fight Like Mason Foundation in recent years to raise funds during the holiday season and help fulfill Christmas wishes for children on active cancer treatment.

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Hydro One has reached a milestone in the Chatham to Lakeshore Line project, a new transmission line that will help accommodate future electricity growth, improve reliability for homes and businesses and support local industries in the region at a time when it is needed most. Over the past year, we have been conducting a Class Environmental Assessment (EA) to build a new double-circuit 230-kilovolt transmission line from our Chatham Switching Station to the future Lakeshore Switching Station. Through the Class EA process, we have assessed three route alternatives and associated variations by collecting environmental and technical information, as well as input from agencies, First Nations and Haudenosaunee communities, community members, elected officials, interest groups and businesses. Based on this information gathered and feedback received, Route Alternative 2A has been selected as the preferred route for the new transmission line, as shown on the map below or in more detail on our website HydroOne.com/Chatham-to-Lakeshore. As we reach this milestone in the electricity transmission planning process, we are committed to sharing information and continuing the conversation.

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NEXT STEPS: • Visit our interactive online open house, starting February 25, 2021 where you will find a series of information boards. • Join us on March 11, 2021 for a live presentation and discussion with members of our project team. • As part of our next stage in the development of the new line, Hydro One will also reach out to owners whose properties will be traversed by the preferred route alternative shortly following the March 11th live discussion. At that time, a dedicated real estate representative will directly connect with you to provide further information on next steps.

VISIT OUR VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE: STARTING FEBRUARY 25, 2021 TO VIEW: Visit chatham-to-lakeshore-openhouse.com

JOIN OUR VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION: MARCH 11, 2021 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. EST TO PARTICIPATE: 1. Dial 1-800-785-1615 to join the call and listen to the presentation 2. Visit www.hydroonemeeting.ca to register and view our live stream materials 3. To submit a question in advance, please email your inquiry to Community.Relations@HydroOne.com. We look forward to having you visit our upcoming events. If you have any questions, please contact Community Relations at: 1-877-345-6799 Community.Relations@HydroOne.com www.HydroOne.com/Chatham-to-Lakeshore Interactive map arcg.is/1PKL1n C U N IC I AT

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Letter to the Editor

In support of outdoor Leamington pickleball courts

IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory of our Dear Mom and Baba

In Loving Memory of our Mom

Christina (tena) Myronyk

Who passed away March 5, 2009

Thinking of you today Mom But that is nothing new For no day dawns and no day ends Without the thought of you. You left us beautiful memories Your love is still our guide Although we cannot see you You’re always at our side. Forever in our Hearts. Mary Ann and Larry, Rose and Herman, Theresa and Wayne, Jon and Families

Verna Wilson

Who peacefully left us March 6, 2013

I cannot halt the hand of time Or live again in the past Within my heart are memories That will forever last Love Your Family

Thanku! yo Thank you to the Good Samaritans who helped me on February 1st when I fell in the parking lot at FreshCo, Kingsville. The gentleman who helped me up and the two ladies who called the ambulance and stayed with me until it arrived. I am now at home recovering from a broken pelvis. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Dear Editor: COVID-19 restrictions this past year have shuttered the Recreation Centre for normal activities. This has been a major hardship on a significant proportion of the population of Leamington. Now the Centre is being used for vaccinations into the foreseeable future. One of the most popular activities was pickleball in the main gymnasium. This closure of popular indoor pickleball has highlighted a major issue for the city. Leamington has no outdoor pickleball courts for fair-weather use. I believe that Kingsville already has outdoor courts. Since Leamington is becoming a major retirement community, and pickleball is the fastest growing sport among seniors, it would be in the best interest of everyone, if the city had outdoor pickleball courts for seasonal use. Back in July of 2020, I proposed to the

mayor the need for outdoor courts. There was enthusiasm at City Hall for this, but unfortunately the wheels of government move slower than a Mars rover. The City of Leamington needs to expedite this so that pickleball can soon be an outdoor activity played this year. Maybe if other pickleball fans contact the mayor to show their enthusiasm, it might help. Regardless of the future status of the Recreational Centre, outdoor pickleball courts can either compliment or substitute for indoor play. In the long term, having several outdoor courts to compliment indoor play would be a benefit in marketing Leamington as a retirement destination. Sincerely, Craig Marley, Leamington

Elaine Krespel

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of

William a. “Bill” Williams September 9, 1920 - February 29, 2016

In Loving Memory of

Gilbert eleanor & Martin Martin

September 8, 1927 - March 2, 1997

January 19, 1930 - March 4, 2019

Many a day your names are spoken, and many an hour you’re in our thoughts. Links in our family chain are broken, you’re gone from our home but not our hearts.. Love always, Your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory of

Linda WhittaL February 27, 1956 – March 2, 2020

Could you come back and stay a while We want to hear your voice and see you smile We want to hold you tight and never let go To tell you how much we love you so.

Though your face we cannot see In our hearts you will always be.

We miss you every day. Love Jim, Kelly, Shawn, Vicky and families.

Missing you, with love from your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren

IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory of

Leigh Davis April 11, 1967 - March 2, 2016

In Loving Memory of Loving Husband, Father & Papa

Gary allen laporte October 21, 1944 - March 4, 2020

One year has passed since you went away Still love you, miss you, every day. Love always. Nancy, Jen, Mark, Michael and Families

In Loving Memory of

GreG Gare July 22, 1947 - March 6, 2020

It has been one year since you were tragically taken from us. It has been a long lonely year without you. You were such a joyful loving person who saw the best in every waking moment of every single day. You are always in our hearts. Sheila, Brian, Michael, Gillian, Willow, Poppy, Molly and Bruce.

Always Loved Never Forgotten Forever Missed With Love from your Family

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Community Calendar

FRIDAYS UNTIL MARCH 26 ST. MICHAEL’S KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS LENTEN FISH FRY. Curbside pick up only. Pre-order before Thursday evening by calling: 519-326-0994 Pick up at St. Michael’s Church, 29 Elliott Street, John Street entrance to the Banquet Hall. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3 DONATE BLOOD - Leamington Blood Donor Clinic - at the Leamingotn Lebanese Club, 447 Hwy. 77 Leamington. 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. Book ahead. Book now. Visit: blood.ca or call 1-888-236-6283. TUESDAY, MARCH 9 Essex County Branch, Ontario Ancestors online presentation “Ancestry in Amherstburg & McGregor” Tuesday, March 9 at 7:00 p.m. Visit https://essex.ogs.on.ca/meetings/ for Zoom link to register. Everyone Welcome!

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17 Leamington Half Century Centre is holding a CURB-SIDE ST. PATRICK’S DAY CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE DINNER on March 17 from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Tickets $20 each and must be purchased by March 2. Tickets available at the Leamington Half Century Centre or call 519-326-2521 for more info. ONGOING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - DO YOU LOVE POINT PELEE NATIONAL PARK? The Friends of Point Pelee are searching for Volunteer Board Members. If you are interested, please contact us by email: friendsofpointpelee@gmail.com MIRACLE MOBILE MARKET - Free fresh produce boxes available in Wheatley every Tuesday from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. at Wheatley Baptist Church, 47 Talbot Road E. You can pick up a box and have option of paying it forward by donating and helping someone else. ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS Meeting online at 6:00 p.m. every other Wednesday. Next meetings are March 3, 17 and 31. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive,

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friendly environment. Visit a meeting and see how you like it! For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores. toastmastersclubs.org and click on Contact Us.

COMMUNITY TAKEOUT IS AVAILABLE at Leamington United Church, 4:00 - 5:00 pm every Monday. St. John’s Anglican Church also has takeout meals available every Wednesday from 4-5pm. Food and clothing are available from St. Vincent De Paul at St. Michael’s Parish, Salvation Army Food Bank, The warming Cross at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Food Cupboard at St. John’s Anglican church, The Bridge (ages 14-24), Food Pantry at Parkdale Variety, neighbourhood pantry at Erie South and Marlborough and the Angel Pantry at St. John’s Anglican Church. All are free. All are welcome. ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www.alanonwindsoressex.com IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-999-1234. RANDY ATKINSON FUND provides money for extras that OHIP doesn’t pay for or to help with unexpected expenses for cancer patients (e.g. hospital parking etc). If you, your group or organization would like to have a speaker explain the fund and its availability in this area, call 519-682-2580. PLAY ROTARY TV BINGO GAMES - Tuesday nights, live on TVCOGECO from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Can only be viewed in Chatham-Kent viewing areas. Support the community and purchase your cards from Adamson Guardian Drugs, Wheatley. Pick up your cards early! Play 5 different games on 3 faces in 1 hour. $3 for 15 ways to win and $2000 in prizes. PREGNANCY & RESOURCE CENTRE, 33 Princess St. (Central 33) Suite 212, Leamington, offers free and confidential services provided by registered nurses and trained volunteers. Free pregnancy tests. Call 24/7 for free and confidential support - 519-326-0612. Business calls: 519326-3821.

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Human trafficking fight gets boost from province By Mark Ribble REGIONAL — The provincial government tabbed $307 million last March to help in the fight against human trafficking, and a local panel got together last week with Ontario Minister of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries, Lisa McLeod. The provincial conservatives, led by Premier Doug Ford, have pro-

posed tough new legislation and amendments to existing laws to give local law enforcement the help they need in the fight. “The proximity to the 401 corridor lends itself to the rise of human trafficking,” said McLeod. “This is Ontario’s dirty little secret.” Human traffickers use the 401 as a means to transport their victims back and forth between

Enns, Gladys Grace (Brown) Passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 in her 90th year. Wife of the late Roy (2001). Survived by her children Alan (Kim), Paul (Kathy), and daughter-in-law Sue (Tim). Predeceased by son Mark in 2004. Grandmother to Greg, Andrew and Chris, Shannon and Michael, Grace and Lacey as well as a great grandmother of three. Also survived by sister-in-law Louise Cornies and husband Bob along with several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her siblings Harry and Delphine Brown, Shirley and Donald Reid, Tom and Joyce Brown and brother-in-law Kurt Enns (Betty). Gladys was born in Riverside to Elton and Grace Brown. She spent her life in Windsor, Wallaceburg, and Leamington. She enjoyed time with many great friends in these communities. Visiting was held at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) Monday from 2-5 pm. Funeral Service to celebrate Gladys’ life was held at the Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at 11 am. Livestream of service will be available at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Interment at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Heart and Stoke Foundation or Erie Shores Health Foundation or your charity of choice. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Khaoworn, Mee (Tommy) Born January 2, 1968 in Sayaboury, Laos, passed away on February 21, 2021 in Leamington, Ontario. Loving father of Marisa Lamb (Chris), Cassandra Brown (Shane) and Brandon Khaoworn (Ashley). Cherished Papa of Jaxon, Noah, Avery and Alaya. He will missed by Angela Lamb. Dear son of Paeng and the late Paeng Khaoworn. Dear brother of late Nual, Tee, Kim, Kham, Jandee, Bai, and Am. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Mee enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting and fishing. He loved spending quality time with his family. Mee will be missed by all who knew him. Visiting was held at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-3262631) on Sunday, February 28, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Service to celebrate Mee’s life from the Funeral Home was held on Monday, March 1, 2021 at 11 a.m. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations made by cheque to Brentwood would be appreciated. Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

cities and McLeod says that almost every hotel in Ontario has unknowingly hosted these criminals. “We want to provide law enforcement with more tools,” she added. “Ontario accounted for 55 per cent of all human trafficking cases in Canada in 2019.” Chatham-Kent Police Services Constable Meredith Rota, echoed McLeod’s stance.

“Trafficking victims are being moved up and down the 401 every single day, and most of them pass through Chatham-Kent,” she said. “Our ultimate goal is turning these victims into survivors.” The new legislation will give police opportunities to look at hotel registers if they believe a trafficking situation is involved. They want to get the

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Proof obituary 76 years, passedof away peacefully to run with his wife and family by his side on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at Windsor 3, 2021 Regional Hospital March Met Campus. Beloved Sun husband of Marie (Southpoint Jabbour). Dearest father of Julie Sleiman Lenehan, Louise Joseph Sleiman. Loving Jiddou $100,Sleiman, plus $13 hst = $113 of Crystal Sleiman, Liam and Aidan Lenehan. Loving son of the late Youssef and Wadiha Sleiman. Dearest brother of Any changes please late email the late Zidan Sleiman (late Theresa), Michel Sleiman sun@southpointsun.ca (Marie), Tony Sleiman (Anna), Fred Sleiman (Narida), Harold Sleiman, Susan Thanks. Litster (late Eric), Lori-Jean Blois. Sleiman will be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Dad will lovingly be remembered for his generosity, hospitality and strong faith in God Almighty. He put everyone before himself. Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Tuesday 2-5 & 7-9 p.m. Private Mass of the Resurrection at St. Anthony’s Parish, 280 Talbot Street East, Leamington on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 10 a.m. Due to COVID restrictions, visitation and funeral is limited to a specific number of visitors. Only those with an appointment will be allowed in. Please book an appointment at www. reidfuneralhome.ca Everyone must wear a mask. Livestream available at www.reidfuneralhome.ca. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

word out to the public that they also need their help. “If you have a concern, please call us,” said Chatham-Kent Victims Services representative, Kate De Forno. “We need everybody in the community looking at this and looking out for our vulnerable women.” Chatham-Kent-Leamington MPP Rick Nicholls agreed that it’s a community responsibility. “This is modern day slavery,” he said. “I appreciate the support of Chatham-Kent Victim Services, Chatham-Kent Police and OPP, who are so willing to get the word out.” Most often, girls as young as 13-years-old, are pulled into trafficking

situations. Sometimes, it’s someone they know, but often, it’s someone who goes around looking for a prime victim. They are sometimes supplied with drugs and alcohol, which develops a dependence on their captors. Rota wants you to err on the side of caution and contact authorities if you see something untoward. “If you feel something isn’t right, it’s not right,” she said. “Make the call.” You can reach Chatham-Kent Police at 519436-6600, local OPP at 519-326-2544 or dial 9-11- if it’s an emergency or unsafe situation. You can also call Chatham-Kent Victims Services at 519436-6630 to report a situation you believe is suspicious.

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Southpoint CHATHAM-KENT — Due toSun the ongoing pandemic and vaccination scheduling uncertainty, $100, plus $13 hst = $113 the Senior Expo committee has decided to cancel the 2021 Senior Expo and postpone the Senior of the Year award nomAnyuntil changes pleaseis email inations launch June, which Seniors’ Month in Ontario. sun@southpointsun.ca The awards began inThanks. Blenheim 34 years ago and well over 1,000 citizens have been honoured, traditionally during the Senior Expo held annually at the Blenheim Arena in June. The launch of the nominations will be announced June 14. The awards are open to older adults age 55+ that have made outstanding contributions as volunteers within Chatham-Kent. “The past year has been extremely challenging and older adults have endured a disproportionate amount of the burden,” said Chatham-Kent Mayor Darrin Canniff. “Despite this, seniors have found ways to step up and contribute. It is a tribute to their tenacity and commitment to community. “ For more information, contact Senior Expo committee Chairperson, Councillor Clare Latimer at 519-4363207 or the Mayor’s Office at 519-360-1998 Ext. 3001.

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MLS #21001506 | 6,000 sq. ft. of prime C1 commercial space available for lease. Fantastic exposure on one of Leamington’s main arteries and tons of parking on-site makes this a great opportunity for an expanding business. Features include back-up generator, ability to be sub-divided to accommodate multiple businesses, and an additional 6,000 sq. ft. of usable space in the basement.

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ATTENTION READERS Wondering how you can view the houses listed in this real estate section? Be sure to contact each of the realtors who are advertising on these pages. They will be able to guide you through safely and with great care and compassion for your needs. We thank them for continuing to stick with us through these trying times. Please be sure to stick with them when this is all over.

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SUNDAY, march 7th, 2021 @ 2:00 PM PRIVATE showings ARE AVAILABLE by appointment only...

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480,516

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501,788

Impressive home with 3 beds & 1 bath, updated kitchen, lower -level fireplace & increible shop/ garage.

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859,900

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2 beds & 2 baths condo with in unit laundry, new appliances, balcony, storage & underground parking.

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E-mail or call in your classified ad by Friday at 12:00 noon. 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 2, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@southpointsun.ca We accept CHEQUE, DEBIT, VISA & MASTERCARD

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AUTHIER FARMS LTD. - 3429 Concession 2, RR#1 Wheatley ON. Need Sprayer Parts or Spray Tips for 2021? Contact us for a complete line of spray and fitting accessories, pressure washers, and ATV sprayers (mounted or pulltype). Free form tanks also available in all sizes. Call for quote and availability. Wide variety of spray tips, flanged and threaded fittings (1/4 inch up to 3 inch), hose spray pumps, transfer pumps, adaptors to retrofit Hardi to spray system tips, and 28 percent applicator teeth and blades. Brands include Banjo, Norwesco, Hypro, T Jet, John Blue CCS, Delevan, Shurflo, Texas Industrial and many more. Open Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Satuday 8:00 a.m. - noon. Office 519-825-4220, Brian 519-818-7832, Fred 519818-7837, Kyle 519-999fe24-mr31 4571.

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INCOME TAX – Confidential preparation of Personal, Farm and Senior Returns. Pick-up, delivery and contact free filing available. E-file or regular filing. Over 35 years experience. Call Tim Mousseau 519-975-2414 or toll free 1-855-975-2414.

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IRWIN PLUMBING - New homes, renovations, repairs. Same or next day service. Since 1999. Call Tim 519ja6-tf 825-7245. _____________________________

ELECTROLUX SALES & SERVICE: Complete line of vacuums and shampooers/ floor polishers. Will provide free estimate on Central Vac installations. Contact Dan tf Bailey. 519-825-7698. ____________________________

SOUTHPOINT PRINT: Envelopes, invoices, flyers, postcards, brochures, booklets, drivers logs, tickets, and many other custom print jobs. Call Mallory 519-984-1188 or mallory@southpointsun.ca.

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ONLINE ONLY with Assistance from Jacob Auctions For the estate of Paul A. Trepanier & Colleen Trepanier, Items located at 1962 Cty. Rd. 31 (French Line), Ruscom, ON.

Friday, March 12 beginning to close at 6:00 pm

Selling JD 4240, JD 4230, Case 830, Fordson Dextra, McCormick Farmall H tractors, JD 750 Notill drill, JD 6620 Titan 11 combine, gravity wagons, tillage, Hardi sprayer, ’95 Ford F150 pickup, ’05 Ford Focus car, woodworking shop items, tools, etc. Details & photos at www.jackmorrisauctions.com. Preview Sat. Mar. 6 from 9 to 4 or by appointment, contact Tim Trepanier, 519-728-9929. To view catalogue or to register to bid please visit jacobauctions.hibid.com For further assistance please call Jacob’s office at 519-348-9896 Terms: e-transfer, approved cheque, Visa, MC, cash. 10% Buyer Premium (capped at $1,000.00 per item if paid by cheque) & HST in effect. Pickup of Items at 1962 Cty Rd 31, Ruscom: Sat. Mar. 13 from 10 to 4 Auctioneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 or 1-800-462-3561 Assistant Auctioneer: Dave Jacob, 519-348-9896

FOR SALE MULCH FOR SALE by the Truckload. Call 519-6821657 For pricing & delivery.

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LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Part of Lot 3, Concession 15, Geographic Township of Tilbury East, Municipality of Chatham-Kent.

****SATURDAY MARCH 13TH – 10:30AM****

OWNER: Murray Ford Dawson ACREAGE: 99 acres more or less LOCATION: The premises, known municipally as 20641 Tasker Road, are situate on the east side of the Tasker Road, along the north limit of the Kidd Line, and will be identified by signage on the property. PROPERTY/BUILDINGS: The existing structures on the premises consist of a sixty foot (60’) by eighty foot (80’) implement shed and small barn. The premises obtains water from a drilled well, located on the property, with access to natural gas. The property is being sold in all respects in an “as is” condition. OIL AND GAS LEASE: The property is subject to an existing lease in favour of ONCO Petroleum Inc., which will be assumed by the purchaser on closing. TERMS OF TENDER: Sealed tenders, which need only contain the tendered price and contact information, will be received by the undersigned until 4:30 p.m. on March 19, 2021, with the highest, or any, tender, not necessarily accepted. No deposit is required with the tender, but the successful tenderer will be required to enter into an agreement of purchase and sale without conditions, except as to title, by March 26, 2021, and submit a deposit of $10,000.00 at that time. Transaction to close on or before April 23, 2021, with vacant possession on that date. Interested parties may contact the undersigned to obtain any further information. MURRAY FORD DAWSON C/O JAY A. JOHNSON, SOLICITOR TAYLOR DELRUE 40 QUEEN STREET SOUTH, P.O. BOX 459 TILBURY ON N0P 2L0 TELEPHONE NO. 519-682-0164

Selling for GARDIN FARMS (Bruce & Brian Garden) on location #6010 Smith Road, McGregor (Amherstburg) Ontario N9V 2Y7 (Between Amherstburg & Harrow) COMBINE & HEAD: 1998 John Deere 9510 combine – 1595/2424 hours c/w 30.5L32 & 14.9x24 tires, bin extension, chaff spreader – excellent; John Deere 920 20’ flex head with poly. TRACTORS: 2001 John Deere 7810 MFWD – only 1747hrs c/w Power Quad trans with E range, 18.4R42 rears with axle duals, 14.9x30 fronts, 3 SCV’s, 12 front weights, two doors - excellent; 1984 John Deere 4450 – only 4516 hours c/w quad range transmission, 20.8R38 rears, 2 remotes and front weights- excellent; International 706 gas tractor – 5529 hours; White 2-70 open station – 2928hrs; International 300 Utility. TILLAGE EQUIPMENT: Salford 500 28’ S tine cultivator c/w double rolling harrows, rear hitch and hydraulics, new hydraulic hoses, new shovels & new tires; International 490 24’ hydraulic fold wing disc – new blades, bearings, tires & hoses - repainted; International 13’ chisel plow; KFS KS-1400 24’ land leveler; KFS 25’ hydraulic fold sprocket packer; Unverferth 21’ harrowgater; International 181 18’ rotary hoe; PLANTING EQUIPMENT: Kearney/Great Plains 13 row planter c/w liquid fertilizer, not till coulters, & markers; International 510 21 run d.d. grain drill. GRAIN HANDLING: Westfield WR100-41 grain auger – as new; 2 – RJ 600 grain wagons with Horst 18T running gears, c/w roll tarp, light kit, 425/65R22.5 tires & adjustable rear hitch; Bruns 400 gravity box with Horst 12T gear; 2 – J&M 275 gravity boxes and wagons; gravity box, wagon & auger; Westeel 1650 & 1950 bushel grain bins – no floors; FARM EQUIPMENT ETC: Hardi TR500 t/a sprayer – 56’ hydraulic boom & foam markers; Horst 12T wagon and flat rack with 1800 gallon water tank & pump; Wire Tie 7’x14’ tandem axle scissor lift dump box; Ford 943 3PTH stalk chopper; 3PTH furrow cleaner; 2 – 330 gallon poly water tanks; 3HP electric motor; Case IH EZ-Guide 250 light bar; Case IH & John Deere moisture tester; TERMS: Payment by cash, proper cheque with ID, Interac day of auction. Internet bidding fee of 1.25% FOR VIEWING OR INFO CALL: Brian at 519-990-3997 or Bruce at 226-344-0943

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Plan to participate in this auction of extremely well maintained, low hour equipment. Bruce and Brian are retiring and selling everything unreserved to the highest bidder. Equipment has always been kept inside and well looked after. This auction is planned to be an online only auction. Should Covid restrictions lift it will be a live auction with internet bidding.

MIKE, JOHN, LES & CAM SHACKELTON – AUCTIONEERS

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E-mail or call in your classified ad by Friday at 12:00 noon. 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 2, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@southpointsun.ca We accept CHEQUE, DEBIT, VISA & MASTERCARD

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Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority For the Supply of One (1) Used Rubber Tracked Skid Steer Details: http://www.ewswa.org/about/business-opportunities-bids Closing Date and Time: 12:00 Noon Local Time, Wednesday, March 24, 2021

CANNABIS FACILITY IN LEAMINGTON

· Grower Support Staff required for a full-time steady day shift · $16/hr to start with opportunity for direct hire · Recent agriculture graduates encouraged to apply · Learn while you work, entry level position Replies should be directed to Elaine at Personnel by Elsie at 519-944-0669 ext. 102 or elaine@personnelbyelsie.com

GREENHOUSE WORKERS NEEDED Employees will be required to carry out all job tasks as specified by the operation manager. Specific duties include: Pruning, clipping, harvesting and cleaning work area. Repetitive task, standing for extended periods, hot humid conditions, comfortable working on scissor lifts, handling weights of up to 23 kg or 50 lbs, report signs of insect or disease damage. Permanent full time weekdays including weekends. $14.39 per hour. Will train the right candidate. Must be able to work within a group or on their own. Reliable and dependable. Must have own transportation. No educational requirements needed. Apply: Southshore Greenhouses Inc. 1746 Seacliff Drive Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2M6 PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $14.39/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. Please apply via email: pinnaclejobs@hotmail.ca No experience or education required. de4-tf

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS IN THE ESTATE OF JERRY JAMES FOSTER We are seeking

GREENHOUSE SEASONAL WORKERS

• Rate is $14.39/hour - 40 hours per week - 5 days per week. • No experience required. • Duties include transplanting, cuttings and seedlings. Please apply at: info@capognaflowers.com or call: 519-326-8840 between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm

PRINTING PRESS FACILITY IN LEAMINGTON

· Production Associates required to work continental shifts (three shift rotation) · $15 per hour to start · Direct hire after 5 weeks Replies should be directed to Elaine at Personnel by Elsie at 519-944-0669 ext. 102 or elaine@personnelbyelsie.com

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• Compensation is $14.39/hour • Monday through Friday (Occasional Saturdays) • No education or experience required. • Duties include hand-trimming, taking cuttings, hand harvesting, watering and cleaning of greenhouse. Please apply at: careers@aphria.com or mail a resume to: P.O. Box 20009 269 Erie St. S., Leamington, ON N8H 3C4 GREENHOUSE WORKER - Responsibilities include crop work, winding, pruning, harvesting, checking quality of harvested produce, other duties as assigned. Work conditions are fast-paced environment, repetitive tasks, standing for extended periods, bend, crouching, kneeling, hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, working at heights, hot environment. 40 plus hours a week including Saturdays. $14.39 per hour, seasonal, full time. No education required. No experience required. Please forward your resume by email to: hr@orangelinefarms.com (627 County Rd. 14, R.R. # 5, Leamington, ON N8H 3V8).

Deadline for classified advertising in the Southpoint Sun is Friday at 12 Noon

All persons having claims against the Estate of JERRY JAMES FOSTER, late of the Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex, who died on or about the 20th day of November, 2020, are required to file proof of same with the undersigned on or before the 31st day of March, 2021, after which date the Estate will be distributed with regard only to the claims of which the undersigned shall then have notice and the undersigned will not be liable to any person whose claim he shall not then have notice. DATED at Leamington, Ontario this 10th day of February, 2021. SCADDAN & JAKOB Barristers and Solicitors 16 Wellington Street - Box 477 Leamington, Ontario N8H 3W5 Solicitors for the Estate

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS LEAMINGTON In the matter of the estate of LAKEFRONT ALEX BOUTROS, LATE OF SUDOKU ANSWERS The City of Windsor, Ontario. Upscale and Affordable in All persons having claims Leamington’s ONLY waterfront against the deceased, who rental apartment building died on December 8/2020, overlooking Leamington Marina must file a full statement and Park and minutes of their claims with the from the beach. undersigned Estate Trustee Amenities include: by MARCH 31, 2021. • library and social rooms After that date, the estate • new Smart Card “no coin” laundry trustee/s will distribute • beautiful lobby assets, with consideration • underground parking only to those who have • outdoor balconies submitted notice. DATED AT • FREE utilities and window coverings Kingsville, Ontario, March • Fully secured and 24-7 onsite 3, 2021. Tom D. Boutros, management. Trustee for the deceased, Ask us about our limited time 200 James Ave., Kingsville, “New Tenant” incentives. On N9Y 4B4. Phone 519www.ska-apartmentrentals.com 819-1434. Call Mike or Kevin kctombout@gmail.com. mr3 519-326-8819

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· Production Staff required for a full-time steady day shift · $15/hr to start with opportunity for direct hire · Benefits and employee perks upon direct hire Replies should be directed to Elaine at Personnel by Elsie at 519-944-0669 ext. 102 or elaine@personnelbyelsie.com

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Province invests $3 million

REGIONAL - The On- at-home supports. waiting for a long-term tario government is in“This pandemic has care space,” said Dr. vesting $3,196,000 to had a devastating im- Merrilee Fullerton, Minexpand the community pact not just on seniors ister of Long-Term Care. paramedicine for Long- in long-term care and re- “Expanding the proACCOUNTANT ACCOUNTANT Term Care program in tirement homes but on gram across the province Windsor and Essex Coun- those who live at home, means that more of our ty. isolated from family and loved ones can access This initiative will help friends and the support services from their own more seniors on long- networks on which they homes, potentially even Jeff Kelly - Ron VanderVecht term care waitlists stay usually rely. This vital delaying the need for K. Tyler Chadwick - Jason J. Melo safe while living in the investment in communi- long-term care, while still comfort of their own ty paramedicine will en- providing quality care 203 the Talbot Street West Leamington, N8Hand 1N8 homes for longer. able Essex-Windsor EMS and service they ON need “Our government un- paramedics to continue deserve.” derstands the struggle se- providing compassionThe program will be Fax 519-326-7008 niors are going through, ate and quality care to delivered through local E-mail: general@cbleamington.com living at home while on the people who need it communities, providing: the wait list for long term most.” said Warden Gary • Access to health sercare homes,” said Rick McNamara. vices 24-7, through inBARRISTERS BARRISTERS Nicholls, MPP for Cha“Paramedics with Es- home and remote methGEORGE DELRUE tham-Kent-Leamington. sex-Windsor EMS have ods, such as online or “We are investing money BARRISTER• considerableSOLICITOR experience virtual supports; JAY A. JOHNSON to ensure those at home, providing • Non-emergency NOTARYin-home PUBLIC care to LOUIS ELTERS our vulnerable citizens, 26patients through our Vulhome visits and in-home Erie Street South Taylor, Delrue stay safe during the pan- nerable Patient Navigator testing procedures; Wheatley & Solicitors demic until their needs program and this vital in- Barristers • Ongoing monitoring Hours: 8:30 am - 5 pm are met.” vestment will ensure they ofUNIFOR changing or Legalescalating Plan Accepted Evenings by appointment The long-term care can continue to provide conditions or Eveningstobyprevent Appointment focused Community that exceptional level of reduce emergency inciParamedicine program care to email: our community’s dents;519-682-0164 leverages the skills ofjoyce.eaton@gmail.com most vulnerable residents •40 Additional Queen St.education S., Tilbury community paramed- 24 hours per day, seven about healthy living and ic providers to help end days a week.” said Es- managing chronic diseasRENOVATIONS hallway health care and HOME sex-Windsor EMS Chief es; andHOME SERVICES provide additional care BruceoKrauter. • Connections for parD n’t Move for seniors. This expan“The community para- ticipants and their famsion will help keep seniors medicine program pro- ilies to home care and safe, while delaying the vides our seniors, their community supports. need for long-term care families and caregivers Plumbing • Heating * Siding * Soffit * Facia by providing enhanced peace* Eavestrough of mind while • HVAC Services • PUBLIC NOTICE * Tear off Roof & Roof Repairs Proposed 45.0m Communica ons ÊSERVING YOU SINCE 1974 * Windows &Tower Doors Site ON0776 WHEATLEY * Also Interior Located at 779 County RdWork 1, Wheatley, ON238 Talbot St. W., Leamington PUBLIC NOTICE grossi@grossiplumbing.ca PUBLIC NOTICE www.grossiplumbing.ca Proposed 45.0mCommunica ons Communica ons Tower Site Site ON0776 WHEATLEY Proposed 45.0m Tower ON0776 WHEATLEY FREECounty ESTIMATES Located at 779 RdRd 1, Wheatley, ON communication Xplornet Communications has proposed a 45.0m tall lite duty steel lattice style tower and related radio Located at 779 County 1, Wheatley, ON 519-326-9018 Ben 226-348-0701 • 226-348-0557

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Video translation implemented

Local organizations addressing language barriers through We Speak

Leamington’s Corey Robertson, left, Manager of Community Partnerships, Security ONE, meets with Alexander Reid, Executive Director for WE Trans Support Alliance.

Security ONE reaches out to provide video surveillance system for WE Trans Support

REGIONAL - In the last week, WE Trans Support has been vandalized on at least three separate occasions, in what has been described as hate crimes. Local security provider Security ONE Alarms, has stepped up with the donation of a Smart Video surveillance system. WE Trans Support Executive Director, Alexander Reid, says the attacks started as graffiti but have escalated. “A rusted wheel rotor from a vehicle was thrown through the front window, shattering the glass, damaging our new floors,” he said. The organization has launched a Go Fund Me page to help with the repair costs. Responding to this plea to the community, Security ONE Alarms has stepped up with the donation of a Smart Video surveillance system to help deter future crimes. “Security ONE stands with our partners at WE Trans Support in calling for solidarity against hatred,” said Corey Robertson, Manager of Community Partnerships at Security ONE. “Help-

ing to protect people and organization’s property is what we do.” Robertson went on to say that WE Trans would be receiving the latest in Video Surveillance technology. “We’re installing Smart Video surveillance cameras with a streaming video recorder that will allow for very powerful analytics of the footage that can be accessed from anywhere,” he said. “And with our 5 Diamond Award winning Central Monitoring Station, they’ll have an extra set of eyes on the property 24 hours a day.” For Derek Roberts, President of WE Trans Support, this type of support came as a surprise. “Words cannot express our gratitude to Security ONE for helping out in our time of need,” he said. “When I got the call from Corey asking how they could help, I was just blown away.” Robertson says giving back to the community is part of Security ONE’s DNA. “We’re grateful to Windsor and Essex County for 43 years of business,” he said. “We owe our success to our customers and our community partners.”

REGIONAL — Health equity is a core value in Ontario’s health care system, as it is recognized that people belonging to certain groups may experience disparities in their health status, access to services and the quality of care they receive. Contributing to this issue are language barriers that can have a major impact on health care provision, with research indicating that patients with limited English proficiency may be excluded from or experience delays or denials in receiving health care services. In response to this, local organizational partners have come together to develop We Speak, giving providers the ability to gain access to scheduled or on demand professional interpreting services in-person, by phone or video. As part of developing this initiative, partners formed a temporary task group focused on effectively addressing language barriers for clients. Task group members include: The University of Windsor Faculty of Nursing; The Multicultural Council of Windsor

and Essex County; Windsor-Essex County Health Unit; Windsor Family Health Team; Windsor Essex Community Health Centre; the Erie St. Clair and South West LHINs and the Windsor Essex Local Immigration Partnership (WE LIP). “As a healthcare service, it is critical that individuals have information that is easy to understand and accessible. The ability to provide our services in the language most comfortable for our clients is critical to this goal,” said Nicole Dupuis, Director, Health Promotion, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit. “The We Speak video and on-demand interpretation options have allowed us to meet our clients’ needs when, and how they need them, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.” Provision of direct services in the language of the patient remains the preferred option. However, when this is not possible, using professional interpretation services is the next best, most effective solution to ensure quality communication and patient safety. While in-person options are

available, the service also leverages other technologies, tools and best practice approaches to reduce language barriers. “During complex times, We Speak has provided our service the ability to effectively communicate with clients where English was not their first language,” adds Stacey Shepley, Captain, Professional Standards, Essex-Windsor EMS. “In the past, language barriers created a large challenge during health assessments and hindered our ability to appropriately meet clients’ needs in a timely manner. The translators are professional, easy to understand, patient and very supportive.” Providers can register and access the service by dialing 1-866-4-WESPEAK (1-866-493-7732) or visiting wespeak.ca. Services for health service providers are part of a group purchase plan, allowing them to be accessed at a highly discounted rate based on group usage. Registrants also only pay for the services used.

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Sports flashbacks 1954 This week’s flashbacks go back almost 70 years, to March of 1954. Over 1200 pack Bleneim Arena as Flyers beat RCAF An estimated 1200 Leamington area fans packed the Blenheim Arena to the rafters last Friday as the arena held ‘Leamington Night’, sponsored by T.W. Baird, local businessman. The highlight of the evening was an 8-6 victory by the fledgling Leamington Flyers over the Aylmer Station RCAF team. Between the first and second periods, fans were entertained by some local figure skating. Tony Minkewich scored a hat trick to lead Leamington. Bill MacKenzie scored twice, with singles to Leo Rochon, Bill Sanford, Jim Mackenzie and Gordie Drouillard. Falcons open playoffs at High School The Leamington Falcons will open their 1953 Ontario Amateur Basketball Association playoffs at the new Leamington District High School gym on Saturday, March 13. The defending O.A.B.A. Class ‘C’ champs will move up to the Intermediate ‘B’ level this year. Neil Paterson’s local cagers, runners-up in the tough Essex County Basketball League this season, are regarded as a definite threat for the ‘B’ title. Their first opponent will be the winners of the Chatham-Sarnia series. In a tune-up exhibition contest last week, the Falcons narrowly defeated Windsor AKO 62-61. Doug Robinson led the Leamington attack with 22 points. Lions ousted from WOSSA playdowns The Leamington District High School Senior Lions boys basketball team bowed out of the 1954 playdowns after a defeat at the hands of the Sarnia Collegiate and Technical Blues. The final score was 35-25 and marks the first time in four years that the Lions have not taken part in the final WOSSA tournament in London. The Junior Lions are still alive in their playoff, despite a 25-24 loss to Sarnia last week. The Lions had beaten Sarnia the previous week. The Junior Girls have already won their WOSSA group championship, as have the Senior Girls. Young Pontiacs name officials for 1954 The Leamington Young Pontiacs, 1953 Ontario Baseball Association Junior B champions, named their officials who will guide the club through the 1954 baseball season. Ron Ward, well known in sports circles locally, and an active member of Leamington Kinsmen Club, has been named manager. In accepting the position, Ward pointed out that he would be out to win at all times and every game will be an important one. Ward managed the Kinsmen Juveniles to the 1952 OBA title two years ago. Ray Young remains as president of the club, while Fred Reynolds is treasurer. Business manager will be Clair Gunn. Many of the boys’ parents attended, including Richard Phibbs, Herbert Brooks, Ernest Jones and Jack Cascadden. Kinsmen post 48-43 win over Kingsville The Leamington Kinsmen held on for a 48-43 win over the Kingsville Jets last week. Ralph Gulliver paced Leamington with 16 points, while Ken Myers added 14. Hutton led Kingsville with 13. PICK UP YOUR

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University of Windsor head football coach Gino Fracas (right), spoke to the 1978 LDSS Lions football team and gave these players their awards — Mike Dibbley (left), the Best Lineman award and John Subity (centre), Rookie of the Year award. Photo courtesy of the Scott Holland Collection.

1978 football banquet was LDSS first by C. Scott Holland At the end of Leamington District Secondary School’s football season in 1978, Lions’ head coach Charlie Wright decided to hold a team banquet . At the time it was a first for the football team and it was seen as a way of drawing interest to build for the future, as well as rewarding the players who had participated. The guest speaker at that very first banquet was legendary University of Windsor head coach, Gino Fracas. Fracas did not disappoint the crowd gathered at the Roma Club either. He spoke and showed highlights of his 1978 Lancers’ team. The Lions also honoured John Lucina who had joined the coaching staff that year. As for the individual awards, Larry Balkwill was named the team’s MVP and Best Backfielder. Mike Dibbley received the Top Lineman honours, while John Subity was hailed as the Rookie of the Year.

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Playoff collapse lingers some 20 years later by C. Scott Holland It has become a classic in the annals of Western Jr. B playoff history and is one many Flyers’ fans and team members would like to turn back time and perhaps have another crack. In looking back, it was a series that was close in all seven contests and any game could have been won by either team. Fortunately, some of the lingering pain of that playoff year has lessened, thanks to back-to-back championships posted by the club in recent years. In the spring of 1999, the Leamington Jr. B Flyers had just completed a season with an astonishing 44-4-0-4 record. They finished atop the standings and many pundits figured the west finals would be between the Flyers and the St. Thomas Stars. The Flyers had disposed of the Tecumseh Chiefs in the opening round and Chatham had beaten the pesky Petrolia Jets to set the second round match-up. In games one and two, the Flyers went to overtime to defeat the Maroons. The Flyers won the opener 4-3 in double OT

then took a 3-2 decision in game two vs the veteran-laden Maroons. Game three played in Leamington, saw the Flyers emerge with another slim victory — a 3-2 nail-biter. Up three games to none and on the cusp of advancing to the finals, the Flyers headed back to Memorial Arena, where a large crowd gathered, only to watch the Flyers grab a 2-0 lead in the early stages. However, the Maroons did not throw the towel in easily and battled back to win the contest 4-2. Suddenly the Maroons were back in the series.

Chatham vet Dan Murrell recalled, “Going into game four, the mentality of us older guys was, that we did not want to lose the series on home ice We didn’t get flustered.” Games four and five had a quick turn-around — Saturday night in Chatham then Sunday afternoon in Leamington. In game five, the Flyers came out firing away hoping to win the series on home ice. They blasted 51 shots but only netted one tally. . The Flyers lost a heartbreaker 2-1 and the series was tied when Chatham won again on home ice

3-2, setting up a huge game seven back at Leamington. It was another dogfight between the two teams. In the end though, Chatham prevailed 4-2 to complete a miraculous comeback and move on to the West finals vs St. Thomas. As history was made, it was the beginning of a dynasty of powerhouse Chatham teams. The Maroons went to the Sutherland Cup and won it against Stratford. Yet, despite Chatham making it to the SC round numerous other tiems, that was the only time they won the cup.

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Wheatley hockey group emerges to run ice program for C-K youth

WHEATLEY — The possibility of Wheatley having its own youth hockey program again has the village buzzing with excitement. This would be the first time since 1993 that Wheatley had its own hockey group. The private program is scheduled to launch over the next couple of weeks, with Chatham-Kent being elevated to Orange status on Monday. The new hockey group is the brainchild of the Wheatley Recreation Committee and will be headed by Darryl Glasier and Mark Epplett — both of whom have several years of hockey experience under their belts. The program will be open to taxpayers of Chatham-Kent only, as Chatham-Kent has currently excluded other neighbouring residents from participation in recreational activities in the municipality. Parents will need proof that they pay taxes to the municipality of Chatham-Kent to qualify. “We just want to help keep kids in the community active,” said Glasier, who is also on the board of directors for Southpoint Minor Hockey. They also aim to help the Wheatley Arena stay active, as they’ve lost two of the largest ice-users in recent months. The plan is for the hockey program to run for fourto-six weeks and then re-evaluate where hockey stands in the province. Jerseys with the classic W of Wheatley’s old minor hockey days have been printed. Anyone who registered in December is still registered, with any new skaters needing to sign up by today, March 3. Age groups range from five years of age to 17 years of age. Chatham-Kent protocols for COVID screening will be heavily enforced. Registration links are on the Wheatley News and Events Facebook page.

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Caldwells launch online consultation site REGIONAL — As a measure to strengthen and streamline its consultation process, Caldwell First Nation (CFN) has launched the online CFN Consultation Tool at consultwithcaldwell.ca. This ground-breaking tool will help CFN to address the upwards of 25+ consultation requests they receive on a weekly basis and ensure that high priority requests are flagged and escalated more efficiently. Critically, the tool allows CFN to implement its consultation protocol, which reflects their concerns and priorities, such as protecting sacred sites, harvesting practices, and waterways. The Duty to Consult and Accommodate (DTCA) is a legal and statutory obligation that must be fulfilled by the Crown, and Provincial and Territorial governments, as well as private entities prior to taking actions or making decisions that could impact Indigenous or Treaty rights. It is considered by many to be an important step toward reconciliation. The DTCA has been affirmed and clarified by various Supreme Court of Canada rulings (the 2004 Haida Nation v. British Columbia and Taku River, Tlingit First Nation v. British Columbia cases and the 2005 Mikisew Cree First Nation v. Canada case, as well as the more recent Beckman v. Little Salmon/Carmacks case in 2010). However, consultation with First Nations is often mired with issues that can prevent positive outcomes for First

Nations communities or even cause them harm. In 2019, CFN hired Sisco & Associates Consulting Services Inc. (SISCO) to develop the customized tool for CFN. Owner & Principal Consultant, Dr. Ashley Sisco, explained that the concept of the tool emerged from her PhD research and work with First Nations across Canada over the last 15 years. ”I found that there is a lack of meaningful consultation with First Nations in Canada. The Crown routinely delegates the consultation to proponents who have vested interests in projects, and have often already decided to move them forward,”she said. “ Proponents often impose a consultation process that supports their goals instead of following community protocols. “ Throughout 2019 and 2020, SISCO did a wide breadth of engagement with different organizations, as well as Caldwell citizens, staff, and administration to inform the development of the tool. The tool is a step-by-step, comprehensive process that allows the proponent to input pertinent information related to their consultation request and remediate or progress the request as necessary. It also records progress so that project statuses can be monitored, reviewed regularly by Band Council, and high-level updates shared with citizens. The consultation tool can be accessed at: consultwithcaldwell.ca

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Fond memories of a 1947 Hudson THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE Bill Sherk

sustained only minor injuries but mine were major.” The Hudson Motor Car Company of Detroit built its first car in 1909 and named it after J. L. Hudson, a department store tycoon who put up most of the money to get the company started. His large Hudson store was a famous landmark in downtown Detroit for several decades. Northland Shopping Center opened in suburban Detroit in 1954 as people moved out of the city, forcing Hudson’s downtown store to close one floor at a time starting at the top until it closed

Cameron Lindsay was born in 1940 and lives today in British Columbia. In 1947, the family moved from Chatham to Wheatley, Ontario, where Cam’s dad operated a grocery store. Cam thinks their 2-tone green 1947 Hudson sedan was bought new in Chatham and he referred to it as the grocery wagon because it hauled 1000’s of orders when they were too large for the delivery boy on his bike (that was Cam). The car had (or was given) a creeper gear that allowed it to move forward at about 3 mph without a driver. Cam loaded many 6 and 11 qt. baskets of peaches and tomatoes in this fashion. “My younger brother and I got into a fight in that car and I pushed him out the door when we were going about 30-40 miles an hour. He A two-tone 1947 Hudson.

for good. The Hudson Company opened an assembly plant in Tilbury, Ontario, in 1932 to build Hudson, Essex, and Terraplane cars for the Canadian and Commonwealth markets and the Lindsay family’s Hudson was probably built here. This plant continued in operation until 1954, when Hudson merged with Nash to form American Motors. The Hudson-Essex-Terraplane Club I am happy to say is still going strong after all these years. I love their motto: “Join for the cars! Stay for the people!” I’m always looking for stories. Email biltsherk@ sympatico.ca.

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1978 football banquet was LDSS first

Local organizations addressing language barriers through We Speak

Security ONE reaches out to provide video surveillance system for WE Trans Support

Province invests $3 million

Human trafficking fight gets boost from province

Super Ethan’s Steps adopts upcoming blood clinic

This week marks 183 years since Battle of Pelee Island

Local teen chosen as Tourette Association Youth Ambassador

Arts at Marina cancelled

Mayors pen letter to province, feds - again

County vaccine clinic at Rec Complex March 8

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