Essex County and its seven member municipalities will be receiving some extra cash thanks to the redistribution of legacy gas tax funds.
Essex County Council approved a report from director of corporate services/ treasurer Rob Maisonville as well as the associated bylaws which sees the funding distributed to the seven municipalities. Maisonville said while the split between counties and member municipalities is generally 50/50, the agreed split between Essex County and its seven municipalities is 80/20 with 80 per cent split between the seven municipalities.
Health and Information Fair a resounding success
A new location, an earlier date, a team of 20 volunteers, a variety of health care providers, relevant information providers and great weather resulted in the largest and best annual health and information fair to date which was recently held at the Leamington Roma Club.
In all, the County received $95,656 and retains $38,262.40 after the redistribution to the seven municipalities. Lakeshore is the lower tier municipality that receives the most at $29,750.40 with LaSalle receiving $24,667.20 and Leamington $24,460.80. Tecumseh will receive $20,332.80. Amherstburg’s share will be $18,563.20, while Kingsville will get $18,396. Essex is slated to receive $16,878.40.
Maisonville said gas tax allocations have gone up slightly in recent years and the County has to use its share for a specific department.
“For county purposes, it’s always roads,” he said.
The federal government allocated about $30.2 million nationally with $10.9 million coming to Ontario and distributed through the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO).
According to the feedback from the various participants which included attendees from three consulates, two from Ottawa and one from Leamington, as well as Caribbean, Filipino, Guatamalan, Honduran and Mexican migrant workers, the event was a “resounding success”.
The Windsor Essex Community Health Centre Leamington staff conducted in excess of a hundred blood pressure tests, blood glucose tests and provided information on diabetes and nutrition.
Oral health information was provided by six students who had just completed their third year in St. Clair College’s Dental Hygiene Program with the help of volunteers who provided interpretation services.
Over 30 hearing tests were provided by Listen Up! Canada, as well as information about mental wellness provided by the Windsor Women Working With Immigrant Women’s graduate social work interns. A nurse practi-
tioner provided essential preventive health foot care.
Information providers included Frontier College, Migrant Worker Community Program, Spanglish Legal Services, two tax preparation services, a representative from the University of Guelph’s Ontario Pesticide Education Program,
Windsor-Essex Bilingual Legal Clinic, Windsor Essex Prostate Cancer Support Group and Working Link.
Volunteer Tim Sarkis, assisted by OPP officer Constable Durocher, provided reflective tape and bike safety information for the workers who arrived by bicycle.
This event was sponsored by the Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers, the Municipal Councils of Leamington and Kingsville, Babkirk Tax Preparation and the Roma Club of Leamington.
Volunteer Tim Sarkis and OPP Constable Durocher provided reflective tape and bike safety information for the migrant workers who arrived by bicycle at the Health and Information Fair
(Photo by Magdalene Shin)
Heart of Essex Chorus Local Air Cadet Squadron to hold annual inspection
this Thursday, May 25
Royal Canadian Air Cadets from Leamington will be undergoing their Annual Ceremonial Review on Thursday, May 25 at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex. The event is slated to begin at 6:00 p.m.
“Cadet units from all over Canada undergo this process every year and it serves a culmination of a year of very hard work and training by the cadets,” says Captain Steve Stephenson, the Squadron’s Commanding Officer. “We’re particularly grateful for all the support we’ve received from the community and a very enthusiastic parent group.”
Cadets will have displays showing off uniforms, marksmanship, UAV technology, SCUBA and even rocketry.
“Work hard, play hard could be the motto,” according to Mr. Kevin Reid, Chairperson of the Squadron Support Committee.
The following groups have been involved directly in supporting the Leamington Air Cadets this year: Leamington Kinsmen, Royal Canadian Legion Br. 324 Wheatley, The Dive Shop, Henry Youth Camp, Windsor Regiment. Also supporting this year’s progress are Naples Pizza, Fabric Illustrations and Willtech Services.
The Reviewing Officer will be His Worship, John Paterson, Mayor of Leamington. The Honourable Rick Nicolls, MPP for Chatham-Kent-Essex, will bring greetings from the Province. Weekend Weather As reported from Environment Canada www.weatheroffice.gc.ca Harrow AAFC
Sweet Adelines Place Second At Regional Competition
The Essex-Windsor Chapter of Sweet Adelines International, Heart of Essex chorus recently competed at regional competition in Dearborn, Michigan, and achieved second place small chorus with 26 members. This region covers most of Michigan and southern Ontario. The members are proud to have maintained their standing in the region. The first place chorus had 100 members on stage. The local chorus achieved sixth place overall out of 18 choruses. The group welcomes all women who would like to sing a cappella harmony. They meet most Wednesdays at St Mary’s Hall in Maidstone.
(Submitted photo)
Science class involved in national climate Call For Action
By Bryan Jessop
Students from opposite ends of a classroom often collaborate on school projects, but they rarely join forces with cohorts from opposite ends of the country.
A Grade 10 Leamington District Secondary School science class recently did exactly that, conducting a three-and-a-half-month research project before linking up to a live stream with Minister of the Environment and Climate Change Catherine McKenna and high school students from coast-to-coast communities. The live feed was broadcast from Green Learning Canada’s Facebook page with 25 Canadian high schools — including LDSS — taking part.
Twitter messages and feedback were sent from participating schools during the one-hour live stream, hosted Thursday, May 18. While other schools brought hot button climate change topics such as transportation-related emissions to the minister’s attention, the Leamington Grade 10 class focused its efforts on a lesser-known yet equaling pressing issue contributing to climate change. The local science students embarked upon a community-wide study on food waste, revealing some surprising information on the topic.
“Nobody really knows about how big of an issue it is,” said Grade 10 LDSS science student and Eco Team member Brett Jacobs.
“It really is a problem that needs a lot more public education.”
Jacobs, who lives on a local farm, explained that his family composts food waste into its fields — an average of about 1.5 litres per day of items such as apple cores, coffee grounds and field waste. Leamington District Secondary School has implemented an on-site
program where unwanted lunch items are dropped off at a table on the main-floor hallway for other students to take free of charge. The school has also partnered with the Leamingtonbased Southwestern Ontario Gleaners, from where a photo appeared during Green Learning Canada’s live stream with McKenna.
The local science class study — sent to Green Learning Canada — noted that food waste emits methane, a greenhouse gas with short-term effects that are 86 times more detrimental than carbon dioxide. Science teacher Lisa Jeffery and Jacobs both noted that food waste emissions are to a large extent responsible for Canada being the world’s third-worst greenhouse gas emitter, behind only China and the United States. Each year, Canada wastes $31 billion in spoiled food.
Solutions brought up by the LDSS class include taking the lead from France, where it is illegal for grocery stores to dispose of unsold food. The local class would also like to see a food waste pick up service introduced to Leamington, where such material could be sent to Seacliff Energy and transformed into electricity or thermal energy.
The Leamington school also set up a donation project where unwanted food is sent to a secluded First Nation community in Northern Ontario. In a climate change-related setback, the shipment of food couldn’t be sent because of a driver message reporting one of the ice roads used to access the reserve had melted to the point where the delivery truck’s axles were buried in slush. Leamington District Secondary School also sends gently-used hockey equipment to the Northern Ontario community of Pi-
kangikum.
Based on its findings, LDSS has sent a series of recommendations to McKenna, including the federally-funded public education of food waste’s impact in Canada.
“We have a lot of advice for the federal government,” Jeffery said with a laugh. “Fortunately, they always seem to take it freely.”
In the LDSS recommendations, public education would teach consumers better shopping habits and how to properly compost food waste for the pick up service it would like to see the municipality adapt. The class also suggested the practice of elementary schools starting lunch hours after recess, when children have worked up an appetite that would leave them less likely to dispose of food items in their
lunch bags.
“In Canada, we know climate change is real,” McKenna explained during the national live stream on May 18. “We know we have to act. We have to get down to business. We have lots of awesome young people who care about the planet. What I love about technology is that we can now contact so many people.”
In response to a request for evidence of climate change in the participating schools’ own communities, Jeffery tweeted temperature recordings that averaged between 15 and 16 degrees Celsius from February 18 to 25, photos of daffodils blooming on February 25, lake flooding information, aerial photographs of Lake Erie algae blooms and reports of tick activity in local wetlands.
Leamington District Secondary Schools Grade 10 science class listens in on a live stream hosted by greenlearning.ca Thursday, May 18. The Canada-wide feed was established through Facebook and included Twitter feedback from schools across the country, including LDSS. The local school conducted a study and report on the effects of food waste on climate change — one of the issues that was addressed by Minister of Environment and Climate Change Catherine McKenna during the video-audio stream.
Traffic issues continue in Leamington
Last week’s tragic accident at the crosswalk on Erie Street South only serves to remind us that life is really fleeting.
Crossing Erie Street in Leamington is a risky thing, even on a good day.
A couple of weeks ago, I watched a woman trying to cross Erie Street South with her dogs and she got to the middle and turned around, quickly retreating to where she came from, only to try again a few minutes later.
going to stop in the other lane. That’s likely what happened last week. No fault of anyone. It was an accident that was the culmination of a lot of things coming together at exactly the same time.
I was pumping gas at 7-11 when the police and ambulances arrived at that scene and could tell it was very serious by the urgency being shown there.
The traffic on Erie always seems to travel above the speed limit. I’m guilty of it too. I find myself accelerating up that hill between Georgia Ave. and the cemetery, only glancing at my speedometer as I reach Tim Hortons and slow down for the light there.
I tend to park across from CIBC when I go in there, and crossing there is always dicey, so it’s not exclusive to the Hortons-Walmart corridor.
The accident at the Highbury crossing claimed the life of a young man who was just trying to get to work.
Maybe it’s time that we do away with the courtesy crossings and either force people to cross at the nearest traffic light or erect a light there that can be pressed by the pedestrians to stop the traffic completely (similar to the one near the hospital). I’m no engineer, but surely this is far safer than counting on people’s good intentions to stop.
That ‘courtesy crossing’ and the others in town are really not designed with safety in mind, in my opinion.
Just last week, I stopped at the one on Robson Road near the marina to let a young woman with a baby stroller cross and came very close to being rear-ended by a car that came up like a bat out of hell behind me. There’s a slight curve in the road there and he barely got stopped near my rear bumper.
Tragedies will happen from time to time, and I’m sure that the driver of that car at the crosswalk is quite devastated by what happened there. Of course, the family of that young man will never be the same either.
On a related point, you can tell that the nice weather is here. The roaring motors up and down the most southern parts of Erie Street can be heard all hours of the night. There seems to be a defined circuit, from the Tim Hortons parking lot down Erie, through the dock loop and onto Robson to the marina parking lot, over and over again.
I’ve also watched cars stop in one lane to let another car out of a driveway or intersection with no thought about the cars coming in the other lane. Please stop doing that. Sure, you’re being courteous, but you’re also putting someone in danger of getting t-boned by someone else who’s not aware that you’re letting someone out into traffic.
I seldom stop at the crossing at Highbury because I think it gives those waiting to cross, a false sense of security. Just because I stopped, it doesn’t mean that the other people are
I think that dock loop has been the go-to cruising destination for teenagers since cars first took to the streets. In the seventies, we would do that loop and out onto the dock and back up the street. I’ve never had a muscle car, so I had no need to rev my engine or squeal my tires. My 4-cylinder 1980 Mustang couldn’t get enough RPMs to squeal anyway. I guess times haven’t changed that much after all.
Canadians paying $1.4 billion each year in gasoline tax-on-tax
Thinking of hosting a grad party? Be prepared, says OPP
The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) is calling on the federal government to end the practice of applying the HST/GST after provincial and federal excise taxes have already been charged. This practice of “taxon-tax” was highlighted as part of the CTF’s 19th annual Gas Tax Honesty Day on May 18.
“A few cents a litre may not sound like much, but it quickly adds up,” said CTF Federal Director Aaron Wudrick. “Eliminating this tax-on-tax would save Canadians a total of $1.4 billion each year.”
Summer is just around the corner and the school year is coming to a close. Undoubtedly Essex County teens will be attending graduation and end of the year prom parties in the coming weeks. Will it be an alcohol and drug free party? If alcohol and/or drugs are involved it is quite possible the party may get out of control, leading to situations where teens and young adults expose themselves to unnecessary risks, both legal and health related. Youth who drink alcohol are at a higher risk of harm compared to adults due to their inexperience and lower tolerance. Quite often decisions made under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs lead to dangerous situations that can cause serious injury and death.
The CTF’s 2017 Gas Tax Honesty Day report shows that taxes make up most of the price difference from province to province, and even city to city. Manitoba and Saskatchewan have the lowest gas prices because they have the lowest gas taxes, while Vancouver and Newfoundland have the highest prices because they have amongst the highest gas taxes.
“On average, Canadians are paying 36% of the price at the pump in gas taxes,” said Wudrick. “It’s 44% in Newfoundland. And with new carbon taxes in Alberta and Ontario, it is only getting worse in most provinces.”
“Compounding high gas taxes with a sneaky taxon-tax is not transparent nor fair,” said Wudrick, “The government must put an end to this rip-off and provide some long overdue relief at the pump.”
The 19th annual Gas Tax Honesty Day reportm including detailed calculations and breakdowns of gas taxes across the country, can be found at www.taxpayer. com/media/2017-GTHD-EN.pdf
The CTF is Canada’s leading non-partisan citizens’ advocacy group fighting for lower taxes, less waste and accountable government. Founded in 1990, the CTF has more than 117,000 supporters and 7 offices across Canada.
The Ontario Provincial Police is warning all parents and caregivers of the inherent dangers of attending and/or hosting after-prom parties. Property owners can and have been held civilly responsible for injuries sustained to persons on their property. Police want to make it very clear that unsupervised after-prom parties and/or “field parties” are unsafe environments for anyone. Police are often called to investigate criminal reports of assault, drug and alcohol offences, sexual assaults, thefts, mischief and other related crimes stemming from these types of parties.
Police are encouraging parents and caregivers to speak with young people about the associated dangers of attending such events and find alternative activities for them to partake in.
And for those who choose to attend or host one of these parties to be prepared for an increase in police presence as at this time of year OPP members are out aggressively enforcing the law to ensure youth enjoy these gatherings in a safe and responsible manner.
Everyone has a part to play in community safety and it is our hope that anyone with information on suspected field parties or unsupervised after-prom parties will contact the Essex County OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
Further information and tips on how to host a safe grad party can be found at www.safegrad.com and www.madd.ca
Annual Cancer System Quality Index results available
The Canadian System Quality Index released its latest provincial quality improvement index May 17. The data shows patients receiving cancer treatment in Windsor remain among the most satisfied in the province when it comes to the patient experience, but there is room for improvement at both a system and individual level.
The Cancer System Quality Index (CSQI) measures 35 indicators from prevention and screening to end-of-life care and survivorship. The results are reported by region and allow Cancer Care Ontario and the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care to track and assess the quality and consistency of the cancer system in Ontario and identify areas that need improvement.
Findings from the CSQI 2017 show the Erie St. Clair LHIN region has:
• Above average scores for most areas related to patient satisfaction with their experience.
• Above average risk factors for cancer. Individuals are more likely to smoke and consume more than the recommended amount of alcohol, they are also more likely to be obese and less likely to eat vegetables or exercise.
• Above average incident rates of lung, prostate and female breast cancer and below average incidents of colorectal cancer.
• Below average screening rates for many cancers including women who are known to be at high risk for breast cancer.
• One of the quickest wait times for patient pathology results after surgery. This allows a quicker start to care plans and treatments.
Over the past 13 years since it was created, the CSQI has raised the bar for cancer care across Ontario and has led to significant improvements for patients in the Erie St. Clair region.
Pedestrian suffers fatal injuries
An 18-year-old pedestrian struck by a vehicle in Leamington on May 15, 2017 has passed away.
Morgan Harder of Leamington was struck by a grey Pontiac on the courtesy crosswalk at the Highbury Canco Corporation on Erie Street South at approximately 1:30 p.m.
The driver of the vehicle was not injured.
The investigation is continuing but no charges are anticipated at this time.
Resident fed up with “stunt driving” in Robson Rd. area
Every evening — 7 days per week, constantly from mid-evening to midnight — cars and motorcycles are speeding along Robson Road, turning into the marina and spinning their tires, then speeding back onto Robson only to repeat again and again. We have witnessed many close calls. At the same time, young adults are at the marina screaming out cheers to the drivers of these vehicles.
In my opinion this is “stunt” driving. Our beautiful marina is a dangerous place to take young children. The boat owners do not want to hear such a racket. Music and events such as Art at the Marina are spoiled. Many seniors live in our building and cross the road to go to the park.
Please do not brush this aside. Sooner or later some one will get hurt.
– Steve Slatter, Leamington
PARC review of Leamington schools has reached concluding phases
Public meeting June 8
The PARC review of five schools in the Leamington area has reached the concluding phases.
The GECDSB Board of Trustees receive the recommendations of administration at a special public meeting tonight (Wednesday, May 24 at 7:00 p.m.) at the Board auditorium, 451 Park St. in Windsor. Public input is welcome.
Trustees will then make a final determination at a public meeting on Thursday, June 8 at Leamington District Secondary School. The meeting will begin at 8:30 p.m.
For more information contact Public Relations Officer Scott Scantlebury at 519-2553200 ext. 10224 or 519-995-5797.
24 Years and Counting for The Jean Academy
The Jean Academy is located at 46 Erie St. South, downtown Leamington and has been serving the downtown core and surrounding area for the past 24 years.
Owners Nat and Krista Milana strive to cover all their customers’ needs while providing the best customer service and shopping experience for the customer.
We cater to their needs while never being high pressure salespeople. “We want our customers to always feel free to browse and smell the air.”
us on Instagram to see the latest fashions arriving weekly.
Don’t forget: “It’s not the age, it’s the attitude.”
Whether you’re shopping our ladies or men’s department, looking for dressy or casual attire, we want you to know service is our number one priority.
We have a wide selection for ladies of not only jeans but also dresses, capris, shorts, bell sleeves and one shoulder tops.
For men, we carry jeans, blazers, suits, sport shirts, t-shirts, ties, dress shirts and swim shorts.
Lines like Silver, Guess, Au Noir, Mavi, Buffalo, 7 Downie, California Moon Rise from all corners of the globe: Italy, New York, Chicago, Turkey, California, Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver.
Nat & Krista invite you to stop by and see what everyone is talking about and become part of Leamington’s ‘best kept secret’.
Open 7 days a week. Feel free to join The Jean Academy’s Facebook page and follow
Nat Milana, owner of the Jean Academy
St. Louis Catholic Elementary School celebrated the 100th anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima — May 13, 1917 — with a Living Rosary prayer event in the school’s gymnasium Friday, May 12. The entire school community including staff and students gathered for the centennial occasion. (Submitted photo)
in the
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
Aries, as long as you keep trying your best, you will come out on top. Now you just have to have a little more confidence in yourself. Choose a motivational song as your anthem.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Try something new, Taurus. What is the worst that can happen? If you find you do not like the activity, then check it off your list and embrace a new opportunity.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
Gemini, think about reconnecting with an old flame. Even if the connection is purely platonic, the stroll down Memory Lane might be good for you.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, this week may be a turning point for you in your life. Although you feel ready for the changes that are in store, you may have to adapt a bit more once they’re here.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, someone is trying to tell you something but you may not be receiving the message just yet. Settle in and the message may dawn on you at a later time.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
Talk about big plans with someone close to you, Sagittarius. This person might have some wise words to share, or may just be the sounding board you need right now.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
Mistakes are a key to learning, Capricorn. Don’t let minor hiccups derail you from the larger plan. Otherwise, your momentum may get seriously stalled.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Confidence is the key to just about anything, Aquarius. This week you have it in abundance. At this point, you can probably sell ice to eskimos, so put your luck to good use.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, even if you stumble, you will have an opportunity to regain your footing. Do not shy away from taking a few chances here and there. You can handle what’s in store.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
This may be one of those weeks when nothing seems to bother you, Virgo. The bad stuff just rolls off your back, and everything seems to keep you smiling.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, weigh all of your options before making a major commitment. Once you move forward, you may not have much room to turn things around.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
A career move may be imminent and it could be worrying you, Pisces. After the first few days, things will be smooth sailing.
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS
MAY 21
Gotye, Singer (37)
MAY 22
Ginnifer Goodwin, Actress (39)
MAY 23
Melissa McBride, Actress (52)
MAY 24
Mark Ballas, Dancer (31)
MAY 25
Aly Raisman, Gymnast (23)
MAY 26
Stevie Nicks, Singer (69)
MAY 27
Paul Bettany, Actor (46)
Dress Like the Staff Day
On Friday, May 12, Gore Hill’s Principal Council challenged Gators to choose a member of staff and dress as they normally do. In some cases, it was almost like seeing double (or triple)! All participants did a great job.
By Eugene Ryzer
Tai Chi takes a holistic approach to good health and is practiced by people from early teens to late 90s. It incorporates many movements into a set that brings a wide range of health benefits to the muscular, skeletal and circulatory systems, with a soothing effect on the mind.
People of many different health conditions can practice this gentle art of health. The health benefits of Tai Chi are many. Some include: improved focus and concentration, improved circulation, improved balance and posture, increased strength and flexibility, and reduced stress. With regular practice, Tai Chi can reach deep inside the body to benefit the entire physiology including the tendons, joints, spine, connective tissue and internal organs. It restores the calmness and peace of mind that is often lost through the stress and anxieties of daily life.
A Tai Chi beginner class format is quite simple. The
instructor demonstrates a Tai Chi move several times, then performs it with the class and finally watches the students as they repeat it. You don’t have to be in great shape when you start to learn Tai Chi. That will come with time. It only takes four months to be introduced to the basic movements. Learning is a developmental process and after the four months the more you practice, the more you benefit and learn.
While all Tai Chi styles are about gentle turning and stretching, the Taoist Tai
Chi™ style is specifically designed to improve health. The significant degree of turning and stretching in each of the movements contributes to better balance and posture, increased strength and flexibility, and calmness and peace of mind. Visit a class or attend an open house and you’ll see people of all ages benefiting from the healing movements of this ancient art.
For more information on the beginner Tai Chi Classes and open houses in the region visit www.taoist.org or call 519-255-9744.
Roma Club raises $1,800 for autism
Recently, the Roma Club of Leamington held the second of two fundraiser dinners for Autism Ontario during their regular Thursday Pasta Dinners. A portion of each meal sold on those evenings was donated by the Roma Club to Autism Ontario.
In addition to meal sales, raffles were held, cotton candy was sold and T-shirts were available for purchase by dinner guests.
The total raised during these two events was $1,800, which was donated to the local chapter of Autism Ontario. Funds raised by these events are kept locally in the area in which they are raised so all of the money will be given back to the Leamington-Kingsville area communities to service their local needs.
The mission statement of Autism Ontario is “To ensure that each individual with ASD is provided the means to achieve quality of life as a respected member of society.”
Several fundraisers are held throughout the year, including their Annual Walk Run For Autism Awareness held in Leamington.
(Roma Club President), Julie Bondy (Autism Ontario
Tony DiMenna (Roma Club Vice-President). (Submitted photo)
Above - Gore Hill principal Bill Cervini with his stand-ins Andrew Marchand (left) and Serena Anscombe on Dress Like the Staff Day.
Right - School secretary Mrs. Clark and her double Kendyll Kines.
Festival of Birds draws large crowds
By Bryan Jessop
Many birding enthusiasts found 100 — or even 150 — good reasons to visit Point Pelee National Park during the first three weeks of May.
The yearly Festival of Birds at Canada’s most southerly national park again attracted tens of thousands of birders from across the county, the province, the nation and the world. This year’s occasion kicked off Monday, May 1 and wrapped up on Victoria Day — Monday, May 22. Again, several hundred guests embarked upon guiding birding hikes, the almost daily Shorebird Celebration, Twilight Hikes, Wildflower Walks, species identification clinics and Lunch and Learn sessions hosted by the park’s Visitors’ Centre.
Prior to the final weekend — Saturday, May 20 to the holiday Monday, May 22 — approximately 44,000 visitors made their way through Point Pelee’s entry gates to take advantage of optimal bird watching and photography conditions. Over the past few years, the event’s attendance averaged about 40,000 enthusiasts hoping to catch a glimpse or photo of rarely seen species completing their migration back to northern climates for the calendar year’s warmer months. This year’s spike in the overall turnout was partially attributed to Canada 150 celebrations, granting free access to the country’s national parks for outdoors enthusiasts who had previously ordered passes.
“We’ve been really happy with it this year,” explained Point Pelee National Park promotions officer and lifelong birder Sarah Rupert. “We’re seeing young people, families and a lot of new faces too, which is really exciting for us.”
Birders arriving at Point Pelee and nearby sites like Hillman Marsh have made the trip from across Canada and the United States as well as Japan, Britain and mainland European nations. The 100 Species Challenge made its return this year, accompanied by the 150 Species Challenge in honour of Canada’s 150th birthday. Each consecutive year since 2013, the former has featured a pin adorned by a different species of bird. The 700 copies made this year ran out on the final day of the Festival. The 150 made for the 150 Species Challenge ran out earlier in the month.
Rupert explained that the park’s recent Sand Spit Restoration Project has paid off with the sightings of species that had previously been unseen locally over the past years and decades. American Avocets, Kirtland’s Warblers, White Wing Doves, Yellow Breasted Chats and Prothonotary Warblers have been among the rare and nationally endangered species that had once disappeared from Point Pelee making local comebacks. For many visitors, the park itself was all the incentive needed to make the trip to the Leamington area.
“It’s been a couple years since we’ve been here,” said Andrew Ameida, who made the trip from Toronto along with Maria Melo-Almeida. “We love this park. It’s one of our favourites.”
Weather in the early stages of the festival challenged guests with heavy wind and rain and for one day, flooding at the main entrance/exit. Otherwise, Rupert noted, weather conditions were favourable.
Receiving the Cobean award from the OAO was a testament to my ongoing vision for this field of practi c e.
Thank you for the honor to provide op tometric care to all my patients.
A special thank you to my family, staff and colleagues. Without you I would not have been able to achieve this.
-Dr. Richard Kniaziew
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The H. James Cobean, O.D. Memorial Award is the highest accolade awarded by the Ontario Association of Optometrists (OAO).
Maria Melo-Almeida and Andrew Almeida of Toronto take photos and get a closer view of songbird arrivals at Point Pelee National Park during the annual Festival of Birds Thursday, May 18.
This year’s worldwide attraction took place May 1 to May 22 and again drew birding enthusiasts from across Ontario, Canada and the globe.
Visitors walk along the Marsh Boardwalk at Point Pelee National Park during the annual Festival of Birds Thursday, May 18.
A female Yellow Warbler looks down from a branch along a trial near the Visitors’ Centre at Point Pelee National Park.
A Rose-breasted Grosbeak rests on a fallen log located a short distance from a walking trail at Point Pelee National Park .
A male Brown-headed Cowbird rests in the branches of a tree near the Visitors’ Centre at Point Pelee National Park.
A Baltimore Oriole rests on a branch near one of the walking trails at Point Pelee National Park .
Horticultural Society has a busy start to spring
By Catherine Riediger
April turned out to be a very busy month for the Leamington Horticultural Society and its members. The month kicked off with 8 members heading to St. Thomas on April 7 for the Society’s annual field trip. They attended the 3-day Canadale Nursery Spring Garden Show which is held to celebrate spring and raise funds for the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital. It was a most enjoyable day once the weatherman cooperated, and the rain and wind died down. It was a gardener’s and shopper’s delight to behold the variety of annual and perennial plants, Easter decorations, garden ornaments, decorative flowerpots, and flower arrangements.
After the Canadale tour, everyone had worked up an appetite so they stopped at the Wayside Restaurant at Talbotville. Fortified and refreshed after a delicious luncheon, the group headed off to Berry Hill Limited for more shopping and sightseeing pleasures.
On the way home the group stopped at the Crazy Eight Barn in Palmyra. This rare octagon barn constructed in the late 1890s was moved to the current site and turned into a four-season building with a small café, many home and garden curiosities for sale, furniture made from reclaimed wood, local preserves, honey, cider and fabulous Crazy Eight Barn baking. I highly recommend the peach pie.
The guest speaker for the April 19 monthly general meeting was Marlene Mastronardi from Anna’s Flowers who gave a very informative slide presentation on “Up and Coming Flowers”. Every year there are many new varieties being introduced into the plant world which are unique, colourful and improved, and which challenges the avid gardener to introduce them into their garden designs.
The Social Committee arranged another field trip on April 25 to tour Orangeline Farms located on Highway 77. Orangeline is one of the first greenhouses in this area to grow strawberries as well as being an award-winning boutique grower of specialty greenhouse products. From all reports, everyone who took part in the tour found it very interesting and the Communities in Bloom committee think it should be included in the judges tour in July.
This was also the year for the Leamington Horticultural Society to host the Spring District 11 Annual General Meeting. The meeting was held April 29 at St. John’s Anglican Church. The attendees from the surrounding horticultural societies were greeted with red and white decorations to celebrate Canada’s 150 Anniversary. The guest speaker was Paul Giroux from the City of Windsor who spoke on tree management. A tasty and plentiful luncheon was provided by the ladies of St. John’s Anglican Church. There was also a flower arrangement competition with some unusual and imaginative ideas for containers and arrangements.
Along with all this, there was the organizing for the annual plant sale on May 13, the planning for the town planting of the flowerpots and flowerbeds, and the start-up of the 2017 Communities in Bloom campaign. Looking ahead to the month of May, it looks like it will be just as busy as April. From all signs it also looks like we will have a lovely spring this year and it will be a gardening pleasure.
Eight members of the Leamington Horticultural Society enjoyed a field trip to St. Thomas. Front row, left to right: Kathryn Brooker, Marion Liebsch, Catherine Riediger. Back row: Moyra Habing, Ken Habing, Joan McDonald, Erna Wright, Kathleen Krueger. (Submitted photo)
100-year anniversary of Commonwealth War Graves Commission
This year marks the Commonwealth War Graves Commission’s centennial anniversary.
On May 21, 1917, a Royal Charter established the Imperial War Graves Commission, later to become known as the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. Its values and aims, laid out in 1917, remain as relevant today as they were 100 years ago and guide this special organization in marking and maintaining Commonwealth graves from both the First and Second World Wars.
They ensure that 1.7 million war dead in more than 150 countries have a final place of rest. There are more than 935,000 known graves in the Commission’s 2,500 war cemeteries and plots, or within some 20,000 other burial grounds worldwide. The remaining 760,000 who have no known grave, are listed on one of the many memorials to the missing, which are placed in locations appropriate to the relevant theatres of war in which the deaths occurred.
The work of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission over the last century has helped ensure that the 1.7 million Commonwealth service members who died during the First and Second World Wars will never be forgotten.
SOURCE: Veterans Affairs Canada
Cohen Chisholm plays a selection on the piano at Gore Hill’s Spring Social and Concert.
Spring Social and Concert supports music program
Gore Hill Public School recently hosted a Spring Social and Concert. A variety of entertainment was organized in three different areas of the school, including drumming, recorders, dancers, and singers. Parent Council also organized a social gathering in the gymnasium that featured refreshments and a Bake Sale to support the school’s music program. The event was well attended by the school community.
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Thank you to our 2017 Chamber Cup Golf Tournament, sponsor Cogeco! Our Eagle Shirt Sponsors this year were Cogeco - The Blue Team, Jose’s Bar & Grill - The Red Team, Paul Davis - The Black Team (also the winning team), and Speedprint - The White Team.
Congratulations to Luke Sargis for being the lucky winner of the 55 inch TV, sponsored by Gabriele's Floor & Home Furnishings.
Thank you to our Food Sponsor - Jose’s Bar & Gr ill, another phenomenal Prime Rib & Chicken dinner that was enjoyed by all!
Thank you to our golf cart sponsor this yearSwitzer-Carty Transportation, our turn sponsor Insight Advantage and our Media Sponsor - Southpoint Sun. Although nobody was lucky enough to get the hole in one on Hole 16, we want to say thank you to Ives Insurance for their sponsorship.
This year Erie Shores had a few extra events at the golf tournament and here are the results - closet to the pin on # 3 - Kevin Reneaud (Men) & Christie Reid (Women), # 13 Tim Seech (Men), Brenda Moody (Women), Longest Drive #17 Pat Ouellette, and Longest Putt #9 Staey Gori.
Thank you Erie Shores for all your hard work and also your sponsorship.
We also have to thank our Exclusive Hole Sponsors Chartwell - Leamington & Kingsville, McDonalds Restaurant and Parker DKI. Our hole sponsors this year were – Armando’s, Canadian Tire, Century 21, Collins Barrow Leamington LLP, Counter Effects, Dr. Andrew A. Hager Optometry, Edward Jones, Evergreen Memorial, Ghanam Consulting, HUB International, Johnson Inc., RBC Royal Bank, Scotiabank and Sweet Retreat.
Many golfers received a door prize as well this year and that was thanks to: Aleksander Estate Winery,
Armando’s, Birdies Perch, Bradt’s Butcher Block, CAA, Canadian Tire, Century 21, CIBC, Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens, Evergreen Memorial, Collins Barrow Leamington LLP, Counter Effects, Cogeco, Erie Glen Manor, Freddy’s Restaurant, Friends of Point Pelee, Gabriele's, Gilligan's, Grapevine Tours, Greg Price Enterprises, Highbury Canco, Home Building Centre, Home Instead, HUB International, Joey’s Only, Jose’s Bar & Grill, Lally Southpoint Ford, Lee & Maria’s, Pelee Island Winery, Speedprint, Staples, Switzer-Carty, The Jean Academy and Will Insurance.
I would also like to say a big thank you to Brian Cornies, for his help with all the preparation of this style tournament. Thank you Dave Campbell for being our awards announcer.
Thank you to Jenna for her hard work before, during and after the golf tournament.
Finally a big thank you to all the participants. A survey will be going out to see if you enjoy the Ryder Cup format or wish to go a different direction.
Stay tuned for next year’s tournament details and date!
OBITUARY
Deborah Marie Ross (nee Soppers)
March 26, 1958 - May 13, 2017
It is with broken hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Debbie on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at the age of 59, after a courageous 3 year battle with cancer.
OBITUARY
Anna Mitton
A resident of Leamington, Anna Mitton (nee Tiesler) passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at Leamington District Memorial Hospital at the age of 84.
OBITUARY
Henry Dueckman
After 95 years, Henry Dueckman went peacefully to be with his Lord on Sunday, May 21, 2017 at the Leamington Mennonite Home Residence.
Debbie leaves behind her best friend and partner, Roger Tofflemire. Cherished and devoted mom to Brian Ross and Leigha and Lucas Helferty, and their father Jim Ross. Proud grandmother to the light of her life, Liam. Survived by her dear parents Mary and Michael Sopper. Will be remembered by her loving sisters Linda and Jim Tiborcz, Monica and Gerry Vermeiren, and Cindy and Dwayne Quick. Debbie will be missed by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Her furry companion Buddy will miss the many walks and adventures they experienced together, and Hilly will miss the love and cuddles Debbie would provide.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of Windsor Regional Cancer Centre, Hospice of Windsor, and the St. Elizabeth nurses, especially Nurse Mary Anne, for all of their care and compassion shown to Debbie throughout the years.
At Debbie’s request, cremation has taken place as well as a celebration of her life. Arrangements entrusted to Simple Choice Cremation Centre Inc. (519-2542585).
In kindness, donations in memory of Deborah may be made to the Windsor Regional Cancer Centre or Hospice of Windsor Essex.
Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.simplechoicecremation.ca
OBITUARY
Elisabetta DelCiancio
Elisabetta “Liz” DelCiancio, 59 years, passed away peacefully and surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at Erie Shores Hospice. Beloved wife of Gino for 36 years. Dear mother of Sarah (Kevin Edwards), Cory (Taunia) and Christopher. Predeceased by her parents Bernardo and Gina Puglia. Dear daughterin-law of Angolina DelCiancio and the late Corradino. Loving sister of Teresa McGinlay, Susan (Gary Sykes), and dear sisterin-law of Mario DelCiancio, Fr. Antonio DelCiancio and Flora (Joe Bergs). Beloved aunt of Carly McGinlay, Nathan and Ava Bergs, Connor and Aili Sykes. She was a cherished friend to many.
Liz founded Miss Lizzy’s Foundation, a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide support to families affected by cancer. Proceeds raised from her annual tea party sponsored “Miss Lizzy’s Garden Tea Room” at Erie Shores Hospice as well as programs at the Windsor Cancer Centre. Liz was a volunteer at Leamington Hospital Gift Shop and at Erie Shores Hospice as well as a member of the Leamington Roma Club.
Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington, on Friday, April 28 from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m., and on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at St. Michael’s Church, 21 Elliott Street, Leamington, from 10 a.m. until Mass of the Resurrection at 11 a.m.
Memorial donations may be made by cheque to Miss Lizzy’s Foundation.
Friends may send condolences or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
The Roma Club of Leamington is hosting a fundraising banquet for the people affected by the devastating earthquake that shook central Italy in January.
The Roma Club is joining many other organizations that are generously trying to help all the people affected by this natural disaster. The participation of many people is encouraged and appreciated. An earthquake fundraising committee based in To-
Anna was born in Yugoslavia, and was the daughter of the late Anton and Anna Tiesler. Wife of the late Jesse Mitton. Dear mother of the late Harley, Linden Couture, James, Debbie Galbraith and late Dale Galbraith. Proud grandmother to Dustin (Ashley), and great-grandmother of Hailey, Chelsea and one on the way. Dear sister to Eva Rung, Martin Tiesler, Christine Deunk and the late Theresa.
Family and friends will be received at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519 326-2631) on Friday, May 26, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. until the Memorial Service to celebrate Anna’s life at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery, Leamington.
Memorial donations to the Lung Association would be appreciated by the family.
Friends may send condolences or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
OBITUARY
Jacob G. Epp, 89 years, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at Leamington District Memorial Hospital.
Loving husband of Elisabeth (nee Kraus) for 62 years. Dear father of Gerhard (Elizabeth) and Werner. Loving Opa of Renée Potvin (Troy Whittle), Derrick Epp, Ingrid Lombardo (Edward), Christine Cha (Steve), Erika Epp; and great-Opa of Amber Potvin. Dearest brother of Martha Vogt (Michael), the late Nesi Wichmann (Friedrich), the late Gerhard, the late Dietrich; and brother-in-law to Christa Weber (Walter). Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington, on Monday from 2-5 p.m.
Funeral service to celebrate Jacob’s life was held on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. from the Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak Street East, Leamington. Victor Winter officiated. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Leamington Mennonite Home or to the MCC (Mennonite Central Committee).
Family and friends may share their memories or make an online condolence at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
ronto under the name Italian Earthquake Fund 2016 is accepting donations (Acct. #27891). The money raised will be matched by the Canadian government and will be used to build a new school in Amatrice.
The fundraising banquet is on Friday, May 26 at the Leamington Roma Club, 19 Seacliff Dr. E. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and dinner will be served at 7:30 p.m.
The menu features Pasta all’Amatriciana, a specialty of the city of Amatrice that was destroyed by the earthquake.
For ticket information or to make a donation, contact the Roma Club at 519-3269539.
Beloved husband of the late Anne (2015) (nee Schmidt) for 68 years. Dear father of Bruce and Linda, Linda and Roger Epp, James and Shirley, Janet and Gerald Petker. Loving grandfather of Jen and Jeff Foster, Mieka Dueckman, Melody and Randy Pedersen, Mary and Ed DaPonte, Greg and Angela Epp, Ryan and Jaclyn Epp, Rach and Joel Krause, Renita and Dan Wiebe, Rob and Julia Dueckman, Jordan and Shandell Petker, Lindsay Petker, Meaghan Petker, and 18 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of the late Rudy (late Frieda), the late Helmut (Elsie), Walter (Erika), and brother-in-law of the late Henry Schmidt (late Helen), the late John Schmidt (late Elizabeth), the late Hilda Dueck (late Peter), the late Peter Schmidt (Helma).
Sincere thanks to the staff and volunteers at the Leamington Mennonite Home Residence for taking such good care of our Dad.
Visitation is at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Thursday from 6-9 p.m.
Memorial Service to celebrate Henry’s life will be held at Meadow Brook Church, 219 Talbot St. E., Leamington, on Friday, May 26, 2017 at 2 p.m. Pastor Chris Walker officiating. Private interment was held. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Leamington Mennonite Home.
Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Jacob G. Epp
New executive at Legion
By Jan Watson
Bonnie Evoy and Jim McClellan made a clean sweep at Fun Darts on May 12 winning all 7 games. Debbie Ouellette and Garry Hope, with 4 wins, tied with Arnold Seili and Larry Evoy. There was a threeway tie of 2 wins among Julie Reid, Nikole Clements and Gord Crook – Mary Robinson, Rosemary Duquette and Steve Clements – Erika Simpson, Patricia Suy and Dylan Krahn. Lady doublers were Bonnie, Debbie, Nikole, Mary and Patricia.
Join the Fun Darts players on Friday evenings at Wheatley Legion. Play starts at 7:30 p.m.
Bank TheaTre noTes
10 ERIE STREET SOUTH P.O. BOX 434
LEAMINGTON, ON N8H 3W5 519-326-8805
DALE’S FRIDAY COFFEE HOUSE - MAY 26
An evening of music and community. No charge but a freewill offering is appreciated. Doors open at 6:30 pm and music starts at 7:00 pm.
FUNDRAISER FOR SOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO GLEANERS AND SUN PARLOUR COFFEE HOUSE SESSIONS
SUNDAY, MAY 28 @ 2:00 PM
Featuring Dale Butler and from British Columbia Ken Dunn and Ann Green. This is a free-will event with donations graciously accepted.
AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH SEAN MCCANN, FOUNDING MEMBER OF GREAT BIG SEA FRIDAY, JUNE 2
DOORS OPEN @ 7:00 PM SHOW @ 7:30 PM
Tickets are $30 and available online at brownpapertickets. com and at Wharram’s Jewellery, Counter Effects, our ticket hotline 519-326-8805 or at the door if not sold out.
COME OUT AND MEET THE BIG BAD WOLF AT WOLFHEAD DISTILLERY.
THURSDAY, JUNE 15,
We are having a fundraiser to benefit The Bank Theatre’s building fund. Enjoy dinner and a whisky/craft beer tasting. It’s a night of good food, drink and fun. Seating is limited to 100 so get your tickets soon as they are selling quickly. These would make a wonderful early Father’s Day gift. Tickets are $40, advance sale only available at Counter Effects and on-line at banktheatre.com. Wolfhead Distillery is located at 7781 Howard, Amherstburg. Doors for this event open at 6pm. See you there!
THE BANK THEATRE HAS AN OPENING FOR A SUMMER STUDENT. If you are interested in working with this dynamic organization please go to our website for application and qualification details.
Jane Pursel and Kay Sutherland were two-time winners at the Meat Draws held on May 13. Other meat winners were Mary Robinson, Bill Derbyshire, Donna Corlett, Murray Loop, June Epplett, Rick McNeely and Jerry Summerfield. Heather Church won a hummingbird feeder and feed and Dick Whittle won a wreath that was donated by Connie Ives. Dwaine Simpson won the 50/50 draw and Linda Niehus was the lucky winner of the Mother’s Day basket of goodies raffled by the Ladies Auxiliary.
Meat Draws are held every Saturday from 3:30-5:00 p.m.
There was a large turnout at last week’s General Meeting, many of them willing and eager to join the Executive. As a result there are 7 new people who are full of great ideas and lots of enthusiasm. The 2017-19 Executive members are President – Bill Robertson, 1st Vice – Jan Watson, 2nd Vice – Judy Pickle, returning executive – Beth Clements, Lori Gouin and Claudette Sykes, and new executive members – Laura Simpson, Roger Lamb, Bill Sutherland, Al “Sly” Meredith, George Imeson, Tommy Brown and Jen Dawson. Look forward to great things happening!
Concert to benefit SWO Gleaners, coffee house
A fundraising concert will be held at The Bank Theatre in support of Southwestern Ontario Gleaners and Sun Parlour Coffee House Sessions. This is a free will event; however, donations will be graciously accepted for these organizations.
The concert is on Sunday, May 28. Doors open at 1:30 p.m., and the concert takes place from 2-4 p.m. The performers are Leamington’s Dale Butler & Friends, co-billing with British Columbia’s Ken Dunn and Anna Green. The emcee for the afternoon is Jan Hall of ‘Folk Roots Radio with Jan Hall’.
Ken Dunn is originally from Windsor. He combines an adept finger style acoustic guitar technique with strong, distinctive vocals. When performing with partner Anna Green, their beautiful vocal harmonies enhance the emotional depth and character of live performances.
Affectionately known locally as “The Dale”, Dale Butler calls Leamington home. Whether he is performing as a solo artist, as a duet or with his band, Dale Butler’s versatility as an entertainer is borne from his many years of experience.
The Southwestern Ontario Gleaners mandate is to “Feed the hungry”. It is an interdenominational non-profit organization that provides free dehydrated soup mix and dehydrated fruit for distribution to local community partners and reputable relief agencies around the world. Volunteers and generous donations are needed to fulfill their goal worldwide.
THE SALVATION ARMY LEAMINGTON CC YOUTH DROP-IN CENTRE open every Tuesdsay, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the church, 88 Setterington St. The centre provides a safe supervised location and use of our computer lab, movies, videogames or table tennis etc. For more info contact us at 519-326-4901.
“NOT MY KID” - A FREE EVENT for anyone who wants to know more about the risks to our youth in the South Shore communities. The “Opioid Crisis: What is it? Why is it here? What can I do to protect my family? Wednesday, May 24 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Kingsville Community Centre, Division Rd.
SUN PARLOR HOME AUXILIARY SPRING CRAFT & BAKE SALE, Friday, May 26 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Raffle and refreshments, 175 Talbot St. E., Leamington.
RUMMAGE SALE at First Baptist Church, 3 Fox St., Leamington, on Friday & Saturday, May 26 & 27 from 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon. Spring and summer clothing for all ages, small household goods, books, toys & puzzles. Something for everyone.
BAKE SALE AND LUNCH BBQ - Saturday, May 27. Bake sale 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. BBQ 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Church of Olinda, 2953 olinda Sideroad, Ruthven. All are welcome.
FREE COMMUNITY APPRECIATION SPLASH BASH! Saturday, May 27 at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex pool, 249 Sherk St. from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Bring a friend! Free pizza! Hosted by Abraham Orthodontics.
ONT. PURPLE MARTIN ASSOC. MEETS Saturday, May 27 at 9:30 a.m. at Holiday Beach Conservation Authority, 6952 County Rd. 50, Amherstburg. Bring a lawn chair. Info: Paul 519-738-3476.
FUNG LOY KOK TAOIST TAI CHI OPEN HOUSE EVENTS, St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Thursday, June 1 from 9:00 - 9:45 a.m.; Tuesday, June 6 from 9:3010:15 a.m.; Wednesday, June 7 from 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. Demonstration on how to improve circulation, balance, increase strength and reduce stress. Learn to focus on the well-being of body and mind through Taoist Tai Chi. More info: www.taoist.org, 519-255-9744 or email windsor@taoist.org
DEMONSTRATIONS OF SOCK KNITTING, RUG HOOKING AND PENNY RUGS, June 1, 2, 3 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
at the Kingsville Historical Park Museum, 145 Division St. S. All welcome.
Sun Parlour Coffee House Sessions says: “Our goal at the SPCHS is simple – to produce high-quality video sessions for professional and semiprofessional musicians, from the local, national and international scene. Participating artists are provided with a promotional product that highlights their talent and thereby serves to further the development of their music careers.”
HERITAGE CHOIR SPRING PROGRAM, Sunday, June 4 at 7:00 p.m., Heritage Centre, 31 Pickwick Dr., Leamington. German and English Songs of Spring and Hymns of Praise. Freewill offering for Leamington Mennonite Home Music Therapy Program and MCC Meat Canner. All are welcome to praise God’s name in song.
MUSIC MONDAYS AT LEAMINGTON MARINA from June 5 to August 28, 6:15 - 7:45 p.m., weather permitting, with Musical Mates Brad and Lynn Bailey, Jim Chorba and Brian Bailey. Come, sit, relax and sing along to a variety of secular and gospel music. Bring your lawn chairs. Info: 519-326-4825.
LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, Wednesday, June 7, 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. New Donors and Walk Ins Welcome! To book an appointment, please contact us at 1-888-236-6283 / www.blood.ca / GiveBlood App
ÉCOLE ST-MICHEL CARNIVAL, Thursday, June 8 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m., 33 Sherman St., Leamington. Carnival, games, art exhibit, school greenhouse opening, GM Drive for a Cause for St-Michel. Everyone welcome.
ACCESSIBILITY WORKSHOP: “MOVING FROM ACCOMMODATION TO INCLUSION”, Thursday, June 15 from 2:003:30 p.m. at the Sun Parlor Home, 175 Talbot St. E., Leamington. Speaker: Jeffrey Preston, Ph.D. Topics: 1) Reading the Signs on the Road to Accessibility, and 2) What We Need to Stop and Start Doing. Hosted by Leamington Accessibility Advisory Committee. No charge to attend. RSVP required by contacting dbellamy@leamington.ca
MOODS DISORDER GROUP MEETS the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Leamington District Memorial Hospital, 1st Floor. Info: Nancy at 519-971-4050 or nrkolah@sympatico.ca
SOUTH SHORE HEALTH CENTRE OFFERS WEEKLY FREE RECOVERY PROGRAMS, 15 John St. (upstairs), Leamington: Yoga for Recovery on Monday at 5:00 p.m. with Melodie Queenen; Westover Recovery Support Group on Monday at 6:30 p.m.; SMART Recovery on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.; Family & Friends on Thurs-
The Bank Theatre is located at 10 Erie St. S. in uptown Leamington. The theatre is accessible and has ample parking. For more information visit www.banktheatre.com
•ENTRY RULES AND CATEGORIES•
E N T R I E S
Any false representation, influence, or ungentlemanly like conduct on the part of an exhibitor will be dealt with by the President. All articles must not have been previously exhibited.
Exhibits intended for competition arriving on the grounds after the judges have made awards will be barred from competition for any prizes, but may be shown for exhibition purposes only.
Exhibitors upon arriving with the exhibits, etc., will inquire for the Director of the Department where the articles are to be shown by whom they will be informed where the exhibits are to be placed
Though the Board of Directors will take every reasonable precaution to insure the safety of the articles for exhibition, it is distinctly understood that the owners themselves must take the risk of exhibiting them and that should any exhibits be accidentally damaged, lost or stolen, the directors will give all assistance in their power toward recovery of same, but will not make payment for the value thereof. Exhibits must remain until after the Fair
At the close of the exhibition and at the hour appointed for the withdrawal of exhibits; but not before, exhibitors are required to promptly take charge of same and remove them together with all casings, packing material, and leave the premises occupied by them in the same condition as when taken, and anyone taking an exhibition away from the grounds before the allotted time will forfeit all claim to prizes won.
H O M E C R A F T S
Martha Teskey-Homecraft Director/Convenor
Amanda Dunn-Convenor
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Entry with membership fee of $3.00.
2. Entries are to be submitted by Friday June 9, 2017. A committee will be prepared to receive entries between 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Please no exhibits before or after these times.
3. Only one entry to be submitted for each numbered section. Exhibitors bringing in late exhibits will still be allowed to display their work but it will not be judged.
4. Any article in the opinion of the judge and the committee that has been exhibited more than two years may be disqualified. Judges of this department are authorized by the director of this Society to disregard all soiled, defaced or old work, and award prizes to new and modern work.
5. All exhibits must have tags filled out with the correct exhibitor’s number.
6. NO TIES FOR PRIZES
7. In case of no competition, unless the exhibit is worthy, the prize may be withheld.
8. Junior is 18 and under.
9. Pick-up: Exhibitor
Quilt
crib size, pieced, professionally machine quilted
Quilt- crib size, machine appliquéd, machine quilted by maker
bed size, pieced, machine quilted by maker
Quilt
bed size, pieced, professionally machine quilted 27. Quilt
bed size, hand appliquéd, professionally machine quilted
Quilt – bed size, hand appliquéd, machine quilted
Quilt – bed size, any combination of techniques, no cheater, professionally machine quilted.
*Special - #33- Joy Quilts
32. Quilt – red work, professionally machin
quilted, any size 33. Any quilt, any technique-tied 34. 1st time new quilters Quilt, Any size-quilted by maker Special #34 Quilting Confections
35. A new quilters 1st Quilt-any size-quilted by maker
36. Quilt – top only – pieced 37. Quilt -top only – any combination of techniques 38. Quilt blocks – 4, mounted, minimum 4” x 4”, pieced 39. Quilt blocks – 4, mounted minimum 4” x 4”, hand appliquéd
Quilt blocks – 4, mounted minimum, 4” x 4” any combination
Money 1st-$6.00, 2nd- $4.00, 3rd- $3.00
Decorated guest towel 42. Decorated grapevine
70. Any other sewn holiday article in a calendar year-e.g. Easter, Halloween, etc.
From Bygone Days
71. A collection of old keys, 8 or more on a tray
72. 4 items from Grandma’s trunk
73. 6 different items from Grandma’s cupboard
74. A collection of old postcards
75. 4 items from Grandpa’s trunk
Senior Section – 65 & over
76. Potholders – 2, any style
77. Apron – any technique
78. Any article of knitting
79. Any article of crochet
80. One quilt block – mounted, any technique
81. Pillow – any style
82. Any stuffed toy
83. Any other craft from bygone days done by a senior (over 65)
Junior Homecraft – age 18 and under
** Sewing Machine to be awarded to Junior Home Craft
Best Entry!
Judged by Mary Beth Sharpe- A Stitch in Time, Leamington
*Special : #84-A Stitch in Time
84. Any article of sewn clothing
85. Any small article of sewing ex pillow, pillow case
86. Stuffed toy
87. Decorated t-shirt or sweatshirt
88. Recycle old clothes into a useable item
89. Any quilt
90. Article of knitting or crocheting
91. Wall hanging-any theme, any technique
92. Article of embroidery
93. Jewellery – hand made
94. Any other creative article
95. Design a case for your electronic device-any technique
96. Design a Bookmark from any Material
97. Any article with a Canadian theme in Celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday C U L I NA RY A RT S - C L A S S 2 6
Martha Teskey: and Amanda Dunn: Culinary Arts Director/Convenor Rules and regulations
1. Only one entry to be submitted for each numbered section.
2. Baking to be shown on unbreakable plates in clear plastic bags. NO TAPE PLEASE!
3. Society will not be responsible for the return of personal baking containers
4. All baking or preserves are to be homemade by the exhibitor.
5. All jars will be opened by the judges.
6. Remove all papers from baking All entries to be submitted on Wednesday June 14, 2017 from
where otherwise stated will be as follows: 1st -
Medical cannabis facility coming to Wheatley
A new regulated medical cannabis facility is coming to Chatham-Kent. J.P Mari-
well has moved into stage five of seven of the Access to Cannabis for Medical
Purposes Regulations (ACMPR) licensing process with Health Canada, and expects to begin construction of their state of the art facility in the fall of 2017.
This facility includes the greenhouse, customer contact centre and processing facility, and is capable of producing 6,000 kilograms of premium medical cannabis per year.
The facility will be located on a 5-acre site near Wheatley and has been zoned to produce cannabis. Mariwell has received site plan approval by the municipality of Chatham-Kent.
Mariwell’s team possesses the technical, financial, operating and marketing skills required to manage the business and production of cannabis. The team has decades of experience in the design, implementation and operation of greenhouse facilities.
Church Directory
In June 1967, Wes Ball and his wife, of Amherstburg, purchased a new 1967 Plymouth Satellite convertible from Central Chrysler in Windsor for $4,281. The options included a 318 cubic inch V8 engine, power steering, power brakes, and automatic transmission. They still own it. Wes tells us their story:
“This Plymouth was enjoyed by our growing family. I do remember that if we put the top down when the weather was a bit cool, my wife and I didn’t mind
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but the kids in the back seat had to sit on the floor to stay out of the chilly breeze. Being our family car, it did receive a few bumps and scratches.
“In 1973, I was given a Company Car (a Vega!) so the ’67 sat garaged until 1980, when it was put up for sale. It didn’t sell so I put it back into storage. In ’85, my daughter convinced me that she needed transportation to her summer job at Jellystone Park, so I had the car gone over thoroughly: drive train, new brakes and brake lines, and repainted and back on the road.
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“We did have one minor scrape. My daughter was backing out of the driveway when the rear bumper of the ’67 snagged the front fender of her sister’s K-car. It really did a job on the K-car but the Plymouth came out unscathed.
“The car is 90% original, even including the door and trunk weather-stripping. The interior is original as well. I did find the ‘build sheet’ but it was misplaced. I still have the original bill of sale. We now use the car on summer nights for cruisin’ and car shows. Once in a while, our daughters take it out just for old time’s sake (if they get the chance).
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“I do get asked occasionally, why I don’t drive the ’67 more often. My answer to them: I’ve been driving it for 50 years so do get a little tired of it at times. But summer is just around the corner and the cruise nights aren’t far off.”
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The Plymouth Satellite for 1967 rode on a wheelbase of 116 inches and was available in two body styles: hardtop and convertible. A total of 30,328 hardtops were built but only 2,050 convertibles, making Wes Ball’s ragtop rare even when it was new. By 1971, a total of 13 models of Satellite were available, including the Road Runner hardtop coupe. The Satellite name lasted from 1965 to 1974 and was probably inspired by the growing number of artificial satellites being fired into orbit around the Earth.
Wes Ball’s 1967 Plymouth Satellite convertible still looking new.
Community Living fundraiser begins
By Bryan Jessop
When it comes to raising both funds and awareness, the local branch of a provincial organization is making sure it has its ducks in a “row.”
In support of a Community Living Ontario event being led by the father of an individual with physical and intellectual challenges, Community Living Essex County has set out to chip in with a fundraising and awareness campaign of its own. After it was announced that Pickering, Ont. resident Colin Sanders would be rowing 4,000 km across the Atlantic Ocean in support of his son Jeff, Community Living Essex County stepped forward and held what has simply been dubbed the Stationary Rowing Event.
The local occasion will take place Saturday, June 10 from 9 a.m. to noon, hosted by Beach Walk Family Fitness in Essex. Participants are collecting pledges in order to compete as individuals or part of a team in a series of challenges, trying to complete the most ‘strokes’ — in similar fashion to paddlers on a rowboat — on the facility’s rowing machines. Community Living Essex County community relations and resource development manager Tony DeSantis hopes the three-hour event will attract 100 or more entries. Top pledge collectors will earn prizes including FitBits. For further information on the June 10 fundraiser, call 519-776-6483 ext. 282 or visit the website www.communitylivingessex.org/millionpossibilities. A printable pledge form can be accessed from the website.
The occasion was preceded by a kickoff to support Sanders’ event — dubbed A Million Possibilities: Solo Ocean Row — set to take place in December of this year. Guests gathered at Beach Walk Family Fitness, which is backing the local rowing event as a sponsor along with Libro Credit Union, AM 800, Festival Tent and Party Rentals and the University of Windsor’s Faculty of Human Kinetics. During the Tuesday, May 9 kickoff, Community Living Essex Count client and Team Canada Special Olympian Jordon Miner performed a demonstration on one of Beach Walk’s
rowing machines.
“It’s awesome,” Miner said of being involved with the local kickoff in support of Sanders’ upcoming solo journey from the Canary Islands to Antigua. “I’m happy to be able to do this.”
Miner, an Essex resident, represented Team Canada during the 2015 Special Olympics World Summer Games in Los Angeles. During the nine-day event, Miner participated in 10-pin bowling, basketball and slopitch softball. The young athlete is currently an employee at Little Caesars Pizza in Essex.
During the kickoff, Community Living Essex County community relations and resource development manager Tony DeSantis thanked the local event’s sponsors, who he described as pivotal components of fundraising efforts.
“We set the bar high with everything we do, but we can’t
do it by ourselves,” he explained. “It’s extremely important to have partnerships like this.”
The local fundraiser is being set up at Beach Walk Family Fitness through a connection made between DeSantis — who first became a member of the gym about a year-and-ahalf ago — and facility owner Renee Brouchu.
Between the Stationary Rowing Event and Sanders’ journey for Community Living Ontario, DeSantis is encouraging residents across the county to make donations through the local branch’s Facebook page and website www.communitylivingessex.org. To make a contribution in support of the ongoing campaign, scroll down to “Make a Donation” under the “Get Involved” menu and follow the on-screen series of prompts. For updates on Sanders’ journey, visit the site www.onemillionpossibilities.com.
From left to right, Special Olympian Jordon Miner, Community Living Essex County executive director Nancy Wallace-Gero, University of Windsor Kinesiology Department’s Suzanna Ali, Community Living Essex County administrative officer Natalie Crawford, Beach Walk Family Fitness corporate wellness director Wanda Rodrigues and owner Renee Brouchu, Libro Credit Union branch manager Wassim Sarweh and Community Living Essex County community relations and resource development manager Tony DeSantis were among those attending a kickoff event in support of Community Living Ontario. In December of this year,
Colin Sanders will row across the Atlantic Ocean in support of CLO. In support of the event, CL Essex County held a stationary rowing event at Beach Walk Family Fitness Saturday, May 13.
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Ten Thousand Villages closing its Leamington store
Submitted by Carolyn Reid
This news story about Ten Thousand Villages store is bittersweet. Bitter because there is now a “For Sale” sign on the building and the store will be closing June 30. It is sweet because of the friendship of the volunteers, a business for 20 years with sales of over $1.5-million. Sweet because we know we have helped thousands of artisans improve their lifestyles, educate their children, improve their living quarters, and be free from the poverty line, happy and at peace with themselves. Sweet because of all the precious memo-
ries made in our 20 years together.
On June 15 all the volunteers will be dining together and celebrating the burning of the mortgage on the building. There will be a 50% sale on all gifts in the store. On June 6 the public is invited to shop.
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Local veteran denied Memorial Cup presentation honours
By Bryan Jessop
Three days before the Canadian Hockey League’s Memorial Cup tournament was scheduled to begin, a local decorated military veteran was denied an honour that had been committed to him only days earlier.
Bob Kelly, who served with the First Batallion of the Royal Canadian Regiment Special Forces in the 1950s, was told early last week that plans to have him attend the pre-tournament parade with the Cup and later present it to the championship team was scheduled to proceed as planned. At 11 p.m. on the evening of Monday, May 15, his home received a phone call from the same organizing committee member that said the plan was still “a go” about a week earlier, asking him and his wife Shirley Affleck to attend a meeting at the Tim Hortons restaurant at Devonshire Mall on Tuesday morning. There, with only the committee member, Kelly and Affleck in attendance, the Staples-area couple was told that Kelly would no longer be involved with the presentation of the Memorial Cup.
“Hopefully after it’s all over, there’ll be time to discuss this,” said Kelly’s wife. “I think we’re owed an explanation and some answers. None of this makes any sense to us.”
Initial requests for information as to why Kelly was being denied an honour that he was told he would carry out only days earlier were met only with an explanation that there had been changes made to the tournament’s administration. Affleck described the committee member who broke the news to them as a credible source who was not happy to deliver the message.
“Bob’s very disappointed, and so is the fellow who had to tell us,” she explained while requesting the committee member’s anonymity.
As of the afternoon of Tuesday, May 16, Bob and Shirley had no other information on the sudden change of plans, aside from being told that the Memorial Cup committee gathered for an ‘emergency meeting’ that took place only hours before the phone call they received that night. When the couple asked if an answer would be provided to them at a later date, they were told ‘yes’, but don’t expect to be offered any information until after the tournament had ended.
The local couple was not told why an administration change had been made or who was placed in charge of the May 18 parade and presentation arrangements for the championship game on Sunday, May 28 at Windsor’s WFCU Centre. The only part of the Memorial Cup tournament that will proceed as scheduled for Bob and Shirley is an afternoon luncheon with the Windsor Spitfires, also on May 18. The couple was also denied information regarding who was replacing Kelly to accompany the Cup during the parade and present it to the winning team. The Memorial Cup tournament was planned with a military theme and was originally created in honour of Canada’s armed forces.
“That’s what we’re confused about,” said Affleck. “The Memorial Cup was designed with veterans in mind.”
Luca Coppola fight
Leamington’s Luca Coppola was back in fighting form last weekend in Brantford, Ont. The long-awaited rematch of Toronto’s Shaun Dean versus Coppola was the fight of the night and an absolute war of two of the best featherweights — 124 pounds — in the province. Ontario’s silver medalist Dean came to win — described as “a warrior who is tough as nails” — but Coppola’s skill and body shots made the difference. Luca’s coach Doug Patterson has him boxing in more of a professional style, which is proving to be making a difference in the amateurs. Coppola trains at Seng’s Martial Arts and Fitness in Kingsville, and is a member of Fighting Island Boxing Club of Amherstburg. He will be boxing in the Bronze Gloves Tournament in Toronto at the end of May. Here, Coppola is congratulated by Patterson after winning the fight. Coppola is sponsored by Anna’s Flowers, Causarano Fishery, Presteve Foods and Amco.
LDSS baseball final vs. Riverside
Anthony Fehr of the Lions slides into home plate for the first run of the game in the WECSSAA 2A baseball championship game against the Riverside Rebels Wednesday, May 17 at Mic Mac Park in Windsor. The fourth-ranked Lions led the third-ranked Rebels 2-0 after two innings, but lost by a final score of 8-6. Leamington’s playoff run started with preliminary wins of 6-5 over St. Anne, 9-5 over Riverside, a 6-5 loss to Villanova and a 10-3 victory against Villanova.
Some explaining to do
There are dozens — perhaps hundreds — of old proverbs out there that are truly valuable words to live by… or at least keep in mind for one of those moments where they apply. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. Two wrongs don’t make a right. When in Rome, do as the Romans. People who live in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones. The early bird catches the worm. The list goes on and on.
Some proverbs, depending on the scenario I suppose, are actually better left ignored. One that I’ll never understand is “never look a gift horse in the mouth.” Basically, it means don’t question good fortune, just accept it and consider yourself lucky. I’ve heard two different explanations to the origin of that particular piece of advice. One explains that it was (maybe it still is) common practice to determine a horse’s health by looking in its mouth. If this is the version that can actually be traced back to the coining of the phrase, then forget everything I just wrote. It makes perfect sense to tell someone not to worry about the health of a free horse, because, well, it was free. Then again, a “free” horse could end up being more costly than the price of a healthy horse, depending on veterinary bills, medications, rehabilitation, etcetera. Ask a gear ahead about the costs involved in rebuilding a “free” engine that needs every nut and bolt replaced versus paying a fair price for one that’s recently been rebuilt.
The other explanation behind that proverb stems from the tale of the Trojan Horse. In it, the Greeks leave a massive wooden horse outside the protective walls to the city of Troy after spending fruitless years trying to penetrate the barrier that denied them access to their enemies. The Greeks build the massive “peace offering” and sail away. The Trojans bring the enormous token inside, unaware that Greek soldiers are hidden inside. At night, those soldiers sneak out of the horse, open the gates to allow their fellow Greeks (who sailed back under the cover of nightfall) inside and then proceed to destroy the city. Perhaps it would have been a good idea for the Trojans to have a peek inside their new treasure before calling it a night. Pulling something that large into their city, they should have known whether or not it was hollow. If this tale is what inspired the proverb, perhaps it should read “ALWAYS look a gift horse in the mouth.”
Regardless, there is one age-old fragment of advice that is even worse — MUCH worse. “Shoot first, ask questions later.” It seems to represent the very essence of careless, unjustified foolishness. The far more level-headed line of thinking reads “guilty until proven innocent” — four crucial words that serve as the foundation of every legal system employed by democratic nations around the world.
Sometimes, however, questions do not garner answers… or at least none that seem the least bit legitimate. About a week after local military veteran Bob Kelly was told that plans were still on for him to present this year’s Memorial Cup (the annual CHL championship tournament) to the winning team, that honour was suddenly revoked. Mr. Kelly and his wife, quite naturally, asked why. “Administrative changes” was essentially the extent of the explanation they were given.
Like Bob Kelly and Shirley Affleck, I’m not exactly sure why changes in administration automatically translate to taking away an honour that a decorated veteran of the Canadian armed forces most certainly deserves… especially when it pertains to a tradition based on honouring our veterans in the first place.
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Perhaps there is a logical explanation. Perhaps this new administrative body that is organizing this year’s Memorial Cup in Windsor has suddenly caught wind of another individual who’d love nothing more than to parade through the city with the trophy and present it to the winning team. Perhaps, for one reason or another, this person might never get another chance to fulfill such an honour. If this were the case, I’d understand — although Bob Kelly would/should still be entitled to an explanation.
I certainly hope that there isn’t some Fat Cat corporate CEO behind the whole thing who, with a penchant for being the centre of attention, simply had to appease his own massive ego at the expense of a man who spent the prime of his youth serving his country. That would make me sick to my stomach. That, in this 150th anniversary of Confederation and 100th anniversary of our military’s capture of Vimy Ridge, would be an embarrassment to Canada.
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So no, I’m not going to shoot first and ask questions later. I’m not going to automatically assume the worst and then rave about it like a lunatic (apparently, that’s why we have Facebook and Twitter). I do, however, hope that the answer — whatever it is and whenever it finally comes — is a reasonable one. The CHL has dealt with a few tough and sensitive issues in the past (like most high-profile, organized sports organizations have). It doesn’t need a reputation for pushing modest, respectable people aside in favour of some overprivileged stiff engaged in the shameless, opportunistic pursuit of more publicity. If there’s an answer that makes perfect sense, I welcome it with open arms. No, I can’t think of one right now, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t one out there. I saw a promotional video a few weeks ago of the All Blacks (New Zealand’s national rugby team) seemingly pushing, grabbing and tackling unsuspecting citizens in the streets of Tokyo for no good reason. Those same scenes are played a second time from different perspectives, showing viewers that the targeted “victims” were simply being saved from harm’s way (i.e. large falling or out-ofcontrol objects that would have otherwise crushed or injured the unwary individuals). Maybe this Memorial Cup thing will turn out to be something similar. That’s what I’m hoping, anyway. Either way, what goes around comes around.
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Progs golf
May 16th was a day for revenge for 57 Erie Shores Proggers. After the previous week’s “Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day”, 27 Proggers posted positive scores, as opposed to 3 the previous week. The sunny day with warm temperatures got most of the golfers in a groove. Wayne Gillett did not relish in this game, posting a nasty -10. Better days ahead, Wayne. Maybe next week it will be another Wayne.
It was a fairly close match with Team C winning by 5 points, +12 to +7. Winners include Pete Andary, Henry Hildebrandt, Dan Musuronchan, Dan Adams, Greg Dunmore, Geoff Dunmore, Norm Beattie, Wayne Quinn, Bill Slater, Neil Sawatzky, Brett Madden, Ed Schachowskoy, Mel Pace, Tim Towle and Ollie Mastronardi. Each player received $10.
The 3 best scores were impressive to say the least. Ken Cobby had bragging rights with an awesome +11. Pete Andary notched an impressive +9. In third place was Joe Verhoeven with a tidy +8. Money won was $20, $15 and $10 respectively.
In the skins game, each skin was worth $22. Bob Dick, Fred Klassen, Harry Badz and Tom Miehl were the worthy recipients of the cash prize.
Each year there is always a player who does not complete the hole by picking up too soon. On this day, Bill Gherasim and Vic Penner lost enough focus where they scooped up their ball. Some people never learn. Bill has been playing Progs since Noah left the ark and he still forgot.
The league’s travelling 3 putt snake nestled up nice and close to Leamington Chrysler’s Mike Herbert. Those of you that visit the showroom should ask for Mike to showcase his prize. Fellow members are hoping it will be displayed in a prominent place.
I played with Norm Beattie, Dave Wilkinson and Roger Cote. Norm rejoined the group after a 2 year hiatus. The game was a bit of a struggle but he started gelling as the round progressed.
Dave Wilkinson was a bit frustrated since he hit only one fairway. That fairway was on his last hole. The previous day, Dave shot 79. On this day, he shot 85.
Golf can be a cruel game and it can make your confidence disappear quicker than a toilet flush. Roger had a putt that couldn’t have been longer than a centipede. Not wanting to touch Dave’s marker, Roger nudged the ball ever so slightly. The ball barely moved, which ended, as it turns out, a nice round. Roger had neatly posted consecutive pars. After that miss, the putting stroke, the game, went downhill. We have all experienced devastation like this. All one can do is come back tomorrow and try again. As the song from “Annie” proclaims, “Tomorrow, tomorrow, I love ya tomorrow –it’s only a day away.”
Athletes Break Previous Records At Track Meet
On Thursday, May 11, Gore Hill Public School held its annual Track Meet at LDSS. Six students were recognized as breaking previous records in several of the events. From
E.S. Thursday night men’s league results
A great turnout of 83 players came out this past Thursday, May 18, in the second week of officially tabulated scores for the Leamington Canadian Tire Men’s Thursday Night League at Erie Shores Golf Club.
In team play, the Bush Wackers, led by captain Raoul Morin, topped the Weapons of Grass Destruction by 2 points, while the Killer Tomatoes, captained by Geoff Dunmore, beat the team of Primo by 3 points. In the other match-up, Duffers and Bluffers, led by captain Ward Hutchins, defeated the Sons of Pitches by 2 points.
For the two-week team totals, the Sons of Pitches remain on top with 50 points and hold a 6-point lead over Primo who are in second place with 44. The Weapons of Grass Destruction are another 7 points back in third place with 37, while the Bush Wackers are right behind in fourth spot with 36 points. The remaining two teams of the Duffers and Bluffers and the Killer Tomatoes are tied for fifth place with 28 points.
Individual honours for low gross play went to Kyle Humphreys who shot an impressive one under par of 35 on the back nine, while Matt Iacobelli was right behind with an even par round of 36. Tim Towle was next at one over par 37 and Greg Zimney, Ward Hutchins and Scott Wilkinson all finished another stroke back with two over par scores of 38.
Overall low net honours went to Connor MacKinnon who had a 6 under par net 30. Ron Koop and Pete Lyons were next with 5 under par net 31s, while Scott Wilkinson, Kevin Sawatzky and John Balkwill all finished another two strokes back with net totals of 3 under par 33. Sitting just one stroke behind at 34 was the threesome of Ross Clark, Geoff Dunmore and Mike Herbert.
There was a record number of skin winners including Matt Iacobelli and Scott Wilkinson with two apiece and Ward Hutchins, Kyle Humphreys, Joe Moavro, Brian Higgins, John Balkwill, Neil Debacker, Ross Clarke and Jerry Meloche all picking up single skins.
To follow the league’s results and find out more about upcoming Matches and Fun Nights, go to www.erieshoresgolf.com and click on the “Canadian Tire Men’s League Official Page” site.
LDSS slopitch vs. Kingsville
Leamington’s Devon Gow crossed the plate for a run before the Kingsville catcher receives a throw from the infield during a WECSSAA slopitch game at Kinsmen Sports Field Tuesday, May 16. Leamington defeated the Cavaliers 9-8 to bring their record to seven wins and one loss. On Thursday, the LDSS team’s regular season was completed with a 14-2 win against the Essex Red Raiders.
Lakers Bantam Majors drop close game
The Leamington Lakers Bantam Majors were handed their first loss of the season May 15 in Windsor. The Lakers lost 5-4 to the Windsor Stars despite outhitting the Stars 5-3. Eric Dominguez, Brandon Friesen and Tyler Wiebe each drove in a run.
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Eric Wright started for the Lakers, giving them 3 strong innings after a shaky first inning where the Lakers allowed 3 runs (2 earned). Andrew Verhaeghe threw two innings, allowing 2 runs (1 earned). Tyler Wiebe threw a scoreless 6th inning in hopes the Lakers could tie or take the lead in the seventh. Lefaber drew a 2 out walk in the seventh but the Lakers could not bring him home to extend the game.
Eric Tavares and Zach Penner both threw strong innings against the Lakers for the win. Both players are former Lakers that are getting some valuable experience with the Windsor Stars.
County Bridge Results
Leamington Half Century Centre, May 15: 1st Jim Perkes and Roger Cote, 2nd Marilyn Robbins and Joyce Moran, 3rd Al Morrison and Derek Parry, 4th Dave Derbyshire and Mame Nicholson. Bridge games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members are welcome.
Kingsville Bridge Club, May 17: North/ South - 1st George Hildebrandt and Jack Warmenhoven, 2nd Joyce and Sandy Gammie, 3rd Shirley Plant and Nancy Murphy. East/West - 1st Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, 2nd Al Morrison and Sue Duransky, 3rd Chris Brennan and Frank Duransky. Bridge is every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m.
Cougars capture soccer title
By Bryan Jessop
The Ste. Cecile senior boys soccer team entered their local soccer championship match undefeated, but Cardinal Carter’s squad entered it undaunted.
The Cougars captured the WECSSAA 1A championship with a 2-0 victory against their Windsor-based hosts Wednesday, May 17, their first local title since defeating the L’Essor Aigles by the same score in 2012 to earn a 2A banner. Ste. Cecile finished the regular season with a perfect 6-0-0 record in the Tier III division with 34 goals for and 12 against. The Cougars were 2-2-1with five goals for and six against in the regular season’s Tier I. Their regular seasonending May 4 match against Villanova was cancelled and not rescheduled.
“Playing in Tier 1 against bigger schools gave us the experience we needed,” said Cougars’ rookie goalkeeper Mark Jraiche, who earned the shutout in the WECSSAA final. “We all knew what we had to, so we played hard and got the win. We’re all looking forward to SWOSSAA now. It should go the same as this game. OFSAA has been our goal since December.”
By playing in Tier I, the Cougars earned triple points toward the 1A playoff rankings while 1A teams who played in Tier II received double points and 1A squads in Tier III received the standard three points per win and one point per draw. Cardinal Carter’s 28 points were 10 better than second-place Ste Cecile with 18. Westview Freedom Academy led the Cougars 1-0 in the semifinal at the halftime break, but the hosts replied with a a couple markers in the second for the 2-1 win. Meanwhile, Ste. Cecile punched its ticket into the championship tilt with a 1-0 victory over Lajeunesse in the other semifinal. The final was hosted by Ste. Cecile despite its lower playoff ranking, as the Cousineau Road school had previously been selected to host 1A, 2A and 3A championship matches regardless of which schools advanced.
In the WECSSAA 1A title match, the Cougars wasted little time driving home the game-winning goal. Roughly
two minutes into the game, Thomas Saba launched a corner kick into the goal box, from where Rickelmy Lima headed the ball into the mesh for an early 1-0 lead. Cardinal Carter dominated most of the game despite working against a heavy wind for most of the second half. In the final few minutes of the match, Nico Gualtieri blasted a kick from just outside the penalty area that found the right side of the Ste. Cecile goal.
The hosting team’s goalkeeper ventured out of his net to join his forwards shortly after the Cougars took the 2-0 advantage, but was thwarted by Jraiche when trying to head a corner kick into the mesh as Lima had done early in the first.
“I’m really proud of how we played today,” said Cardinal Carter head coach Chris Mazar after the WECSSAA victory. “We had possession for most of the game. We just had trouble finishing what we started.”
Mazar admitted that his team wasn’t sure what to expect going into the final against an undefeated team that was far more familiar with the conditions of its pitch’s artificial turf.
The Cougars also lacked experience compared to recent seasons, with seven high school soccer rookies on its roster.
“It’s been about 10 years since we’ve played them,” Mazar said of Ste. Cecile. “We were confident, but we didn’t take them for granted. We played hard and it showed.”
The Cougars will take on the LKSSAA champions in a road game in the SWOSSAA final Wednesday, May 24 at 3:30 p.m. On May 18, the Lambton-Kent (Dresden) Cardinals breezed by the Tilbury Titans in a 7-1 decision for the chance to host Cardinal Carter. The Dresden-based team is currently undefeated at 5-0-0 with 22 goals for and two goals against.
The Lightning’s outfielder Iseonna Silliker (left) comes up with a pop fly catch for an out while teammate Amy Unger approaches during a WECSSAA girls’ slopitch game against Cardinal Carter Thursday, May 18. The visiting Cougars held on for a 14-10 win to complete the regular season.
Players with the Cardinal Carter senior boys soccer team gather for team photos after defeating the hosting Ste. Cecile team in the 1A WECSSAA final in Windsor Wednesday, May 17. Rickelmy Lima and Nico Gualtieri scored for Cardinal Carter in a 2-0 decision, earning the Cougars their first boys soccer WECSSAA championship since 2012.
Mahlia Rosati, Jordyn Clark, Stephen Wiebe, Ming Hao Chen, Coach Mrs. Hansen (Submitted photos)
Members of the LDSS badminton team attended the OFSAA Badminton Banquet held May 4 at the Chatham Armouries. From left to right are Jordyn Clark and Madisyn Clark who were SWOSSAA Ladies Doubles Champions and finished 7th in the province; Coach Mrs. Hansen who was presented with the OFSAA Leadership in Sport Award at this year’s banquet; Dany Meng and Zeel Patel, 2nd at SWOSSAA in Ladies Doubles and finished in B Flight at OFSAA.
E.S. 18-hole ladies golf
After a brief rainstorm on Tuesday morning, May 16, twenty ladies in the Erie Shores 18 hole
LDSS County Junior Mixed Doubles Champions and also qualifying for WECSAA and SWOSSAA were Nay Too Eh and Briar Tiborcz.
LDSS Junior Ladies Doubles Triple Crown Champions winning County, WECSAA and SWOSSAA were Abbey Wigle (left) and Chloe Jakob.
Cardinal Carter slopitch vs. Villanova
With first base coach Chris Lapain offering guidance K. Laliberte of the Cougars approaches first base for a single after a hit against Villanova Tuesday, May 16 in WECSSAA slopitch action at Kinsmen Sports Field. Cardinal Carter lost 7-1 and completed the regular season two days later at UMEI against the Lightning. The Cougars won the game 14-10.
Midgets win opener 7-1
Billy Friesen’s twoout double in the bottom of the second inning knocked in a pair of runs to kick start the Leamington Midget Lakers to a 7-1 victory over the Chatham Diamonds on Friday, May 19.
Brett Enns, Dawson Iles and Kyle Wall all had impressive 3 for 3 performances in the season opener.
Ryan Wall chipped in with two hits, while Aidan Massad, James Hiebert and Anthony Fehr had single tallies to round out the Lakers 15hit attack.
Kameron Wall, Mike Doyne and Lucas Lamotte handled the pitching duties combining to hold Chatham to only 3 hits. The trio struck out 7 with Doyne posting 5 Ks in his three innings.
The next Midget Laker home game is Friday, May 26 when they host the Woodslee Orioles at 7 p.m. at the Kinsmen Baseball Complex.
Talbot Trail senior golf
By Bob McLean
At the Talbot Trail Golf Course on May 16, Mother Nature decided to play tricks with the weather. At 8 a.m. it was raining and the threat of thunderstorms loomed over the clubhouse. However, when the starting tee time of 9 a.m. came around, the storm clouds had moved on. Only 45 league players decided to test their skills, as many had stayed home because of the poor weather conditions.
The course was in excellent condition despite all the poor weather we’ve endured. The greens were slick to putt on, as I found out very early in my game.
No one was able to break the 40 barrier, but there were two outstanding 41s fired by Mike Wright and Dave Alexander. Bill Ward and Jim Pearson achieved terrific 42s to earn second place. Superb 43s were produced by Dave Omstead, Rick Thompson and Bob McLean. Jamie Arquette, Paul Brown, and Bummy merited very commendable 44s. Four golfers who came in with fine 46s were Rick Epplett, Bob Scott, Patch and Bob Freure.
The long putt winner was Bummy, whose approximate 20-footer nipped out Mike Getty’s amazing putt by a few inches. Dave Dent earned the closest to the pin victory by hitting his white sphere to within 12 feet of the pin.
Write-ups by age groupings will start in June. I will be arranging for a golfing excursion for early June. The league looks forward to more past and new players joining in the near future.
I’m not sure if the league players saw our golfing buddy from Newfoundland on Tuesday. However, you could easily spot him on the course as he wore a bright yellow fisherman’s hat. This gentleman found the going rather tough as he fired a generous 60 on the challenging TT layout. The word is that he enjoyed himself so much that he’ll be back wearing a less conspicuous hat.
By-law adopted to rezone property for youth engagement centre
On April 24, Leamington Municipal Council adopted By-law Number 24-17 in order to rezone the property on the east side of Sherk Street, north of Coronation Avenue, known municipally as 302 Sherk Street.
The subject lands, previously occupied by St Joseph’s Church, are planned to be used as a not-for-profit Youth Engagement Centre consisting of social services for youth (i.e. counselling, education, life skills training, etc.) as well as transitional and long-term residential accommodations for youth who do not have a safe place to call home.
The non-residential services will operate out of the former church building; however, a new building will be constructed east of and behind the former church to accommodate the residential uses. Bylaw 24-17 adds a Youth Engagement Centre and uses accessory thereto as additional permitted uses for the subject property, and specifies that a minimum of 28 on-site parking spaces are required for this use.
This new use will be added to the Institutional I-8 zoning.
Erie Shores opening kick-off
Under cool and gusty weather conditions, only a record low number of 8 golfers managed to shoot scores in the 70s at the annual Erie Shores Opening Kick-Off Golf Tournament this year. Defending champion Brian Humphreys posted the best number, firing a one over par round of 72 to win the event now for the third straight year in a row. This is also Humphrey’s seventh Kick-Off title in the past 11 years. Finishing in second place, one stroke back at two over par 73, was Mike Ferreira.
Ken Steingart had the third best round of the day shooting a four over par 75, while former winner Bill Ruiter was alone in fourth spot with a five over par 76. The only other golfers managing to break 80 were Richard Lowes and Tim Tiessen at 78 and Tim Towle and Kyle Humphreys at 79.
In the men’s handicap division, Bill Gherasim won top low net honours with a one over par net 72, while Gord Anderson was next with a net 73. Finishing tied for third with net 74s were Tim Towle, Ken Cobby, Claudio Sabelli and Wayne Quinn.
On the ladies side, Debbie Dunmore finished first with a 13 over par score of 85, with Carol Quinn finishing next with a 93, followed by Sandra Marinacci at 94 and Lisa Sawatzky at 95.
In the low net category, Muriel Davey and Carol Quinn tied for low with their net score rounds of 78, while Anne Badz and Betty Bouliane were next at 80.
In the Four-Ball Net Best-Ball category, the team of Kevin Sawatzky, Abe Bergen, Rick Bergen and Will Peters were the overall winners shooting a 10 under par net 59 to finish just one shot ahead of the team of Kevin George, Lucas George, Darryl DiMilo and Mark Ferreira who finished second with a 9 under par net 62. Tying for third low spot with 8 under par net rounds of 63 were the teams of Vic Tiessen, John Penner, Wray Pollock, Vic Penner and Bill Conn, Ken Segedin, Wayne Quinn, Garth Dennerley.
This year’s Kick-Off, as well as many major club events, are sponsored by the Friends of Erie Shores, a generous and dedicated group of members who help make it all possible.
The next major club event coming up is the Annual Senior Men’s Invitational on Wednesday, August 2 with a shotgun start at 11:00 a.m. This is open to all male golfers, members and non-members, who are 50 years of age or older.
Debbie Dunmore and Brian Humphreys posted the best numbers at Erie Shores opening kick-off.
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LEAMINGTON LAKEFRONT
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• library and social rooms
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YARD SALE - MAY 26 & 27
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SPRING RUMMAGE SALE.
Friday, May 26 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Anglican Church of the Epiphany, 96 Main Street West, Kingsville. my24
etc. Also serving BBQ lunch. All proceeds to our Junior Curling Fund.
NOTICES
Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee Application
The Municipality of Leamington is looking for committed, young individuals who want to get involved and give back to the community of Leamington by showcasing their voice as a youth.
The Municipality of Leamington Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC) allows a structured opportunity for youth to voice their opinions and provides a two-way channel for communication with Council on important recreational and social issues concerning the Municipality’s youth population. In order to encourage community involvement, the MYAC will organize community events for the youth of Leamington throughout the year, as well as volunteering within the community and encouraging other youth to do the same.
The Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee meets monthly, on the second Tuesday of each month, throughout the school year.
Application forms are available at the Municipal Office, 111 Erie Street North or on our website www.leamington.ca/MYAC. All submissions shall be addressed to the undersigned and will be accepted by mail, hand delivery or email by Friday June 30, 2017.
Brenda M. Percy, CMO Manager, Legislative Services/Clerk 111 Erie Street North Leamington, ON N8H 2Z9 Tel: 519-326-5761 www.leamington.ca
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF STEVE STEIN
late of the Municipality of Leamington, In the County of Essex and Province of Ontario, who died on August 29, 2016
Creditors and others having claims against the above estate are required to send full particulars of the same to the undersigned solicitors for the Estate Trustee on or before the 12th day of June, 2017 after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed having regard only to claims that have been received.
Dated at Leamington, Ontario this 16th day of May, 2017.
SAWATZKY BALZER
Barristers and Solicitors 5 Russell Street Leamington, Ontario N8H 1T7 519-322-2341
Solicitors for the Estate Trustee
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PERSONALS
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HOUSE FOR SALE
519-326-8413 Eye examinations by appointment
HI. MY NAME IS RICHARD. I’m 38 and I’m looking for a nice wonderful lady to go out with. I’m looking for someone who is honest, nice, kind, has a good heart and is understanding. For more information about me please contact me at 519329-0455 or text me. ap19-my31
KINGSVILLE LEGION BRANCH 188 - Friday Night Dinners 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Weekly Specials $16 (Ribs or Perch). Other weekly menu items $14. Karaoke every 3rd Saturday of the month 8:00 p.m. 519-7335162 (office) or 519-7339081 (bar). ja6-tf
HOUSE FOR SALE - Private - 3 bedrooms, washer, dryer, fridge, stove, microwave, deck, fire pit, large backyard, garage - all included. 3 Maynard St., Leamington. Open House Sunday June 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For private showing call 226345-2628. Priced to sell at $125,000. my17-31
OLD JEWELLERY AND COINS - Buying all jewellery gold, sterling, some costume, windup watches. All coins, Canada, USA, World. Saturday, May 27 - Lions Hall 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Booth 1, 23 Pearl St. W., Kingsville; and Wednesday, June 14, Senior Expo, Kingsville Arena, Jasperson Ave. 48 years experience. House calls available. Dan W. Jones, 519-733-6296. 19-TFC. my10-jn7
call or drop off your classified ad by Friday at 4:30
Ph: 519-398-9098 Email:
GROSSI PLUMBING, HEATING & HVAC Services accepting resumes in all areas: Plumbing, Sheet Metal, HVAC, Administration. Submit by - Drop in: 238 Talbot Street West, Leamington, ON. Email: grossi@grossiplumbing.ca Fax: 519-326-3632. mr15-my31
GENERAL GREENHOUSE
LABOUR - Full time and full time part time positions available. 40-48 hours per week, weekends/holidays. Physically demanding work, load lifting required, hot humid environment. Minimum wage to start. Apply by fax: 519-326-6702 or email: hriprfms@gmail.com. my10-jn28
Job opening at a busy RV Dealership for an RV TECHNICIAN/ AUTO MECHANIC
• Will consider apprentice.
• Competitive wages and benefits.
Fax resume to: 519-326-6567
Or drop off in person at: Sturgeon Woods RV & Marine, 1129 Mersea Road C, Point Pelee Drive, Leamington
DINIRO FARMS NEEDS full time greenhouse general labourers. $11.40/hour, 45+ hours, 7 days/week. Must be available Saturday and Sunday. Duties include plant, crop maintenance, harvest and pack. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds on a repetitive basis. Please apply via email to: dinirofarms@wavedirect.net. eow-my24
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JC FRESH FARMS & greenhouses
JOB OPPORTUNITY
General Labour Warehouse, Vegetable Packer
Hours vary on production. Minimum Wage. Please fax resume to: 519-733-8059 or apply online at: www.jcfreshfarms.com
Full Time Packing/Grading Staff
JOB DETAILS:
• Full-time permanent • Monday to Saturday
• Wage based on experience. • Healthcare Benefits
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Packing and grading of produce as directed by Line Leads
• Maintain product quality standards that meet product specifications
• Maintain a sanitized and organized department that meets all food safety requirements
• Respect all other employees and work in a professional manner at all times projecting a good company image
• Work in various positions at the required speed of service and with the desired sense of urgency
• Other duties as assigned
• Ability to work in the greenhouse as required
• Excellent multi-tasking skills under pressure and manual dexterity
• Ability to lift up 20 lb boxes
• Flexibility to work extended hours, including Saturdays
• Follow all policies and procedures as it relates to Human Resources, Health and Safety and Food Safety
If you possess these attributes, please forward your resume to: hr@orangelinefarms.com
Only a 10 Minute Drive from Staples, Comber, Wheatley and Essex
“There is a sign you will see when you walk into Orangeline Farms that says: “Our people make a difference” I love the camaraderie that is formed with co-workers. I love that teamwork is encouraged. Staff here is friendly and approachable. For me, this is what makes Orangeline Farms an AmaZing place to work”. Susanne Thiessen
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Leamington GM is looking for SALES ASSOCIATES Please apply in person to 108 Erie Street North. You will need to bring your resume with references. Please allow a half hour to sit and have a quick introduction. Please ask for Cindy Garant when you come in.
We are seeking GREENHOUSE
PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES
• Compensation is $12.00/hr
• Monday through Friday (Occasional Saturdays) Please apply at: careers@aphria.com or mail a resume to: P.O. Box 20009 269 Erie St. S., Leamington, ON N8H 3C4
Via Verde Hydroponics Ltd. is looking for:
GREENHOUSE WORKERS
• Job duties include plant crop, harvest crop, crop maintenance, greenhouse cleanup, other farm duties as assigned, clean work area, check product for quality assurance, transplant crops, vegetable propagation, sort, pack and stack produce.
• Job requires standing, bending, kneeling for long periods of time, repetitive tasks, working under hot, humid conditions in greenhouse.
• Salary: $11.43 per hour, minimum 45 hours/week including weekends and holidays. Permanent full time job. Email resume to: hr@sunritegreenhouses.com Fax: 519-733-5290
We are currently seeking an PART-TIME
FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST
Knowledge of Sage 50/Simply Accounting an asset. Wages negotiable based upon experience.
Please forward resume in person to: 229 Talbot St. W. Leamington between the hours of 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday. Or by email to: leamingtonglass@bellnet.ca
MUCCI FARMS LTD.
Greenhouse Workers
General Labourers
• Steady day shift 50-60+ hours per week
• Monday - Saturday
• Working in warm temperatures
• Harvesting, pruning, packing and picking the vegetables
• Current wage is $11.43/hr careers@muccifarms.com
ONSIBILITIES:
• Crop work, winding, pruning, harvesting
• Checking quality of harvested produce
• Other duties as assigned
WORK CONDITIONS:
• Fast-paced environment, repetitive tasks, standing for extended periods
• Bend, crouching, kneeling, hand-eye coordination, attention to detail
• Working at heights, hot environment
WAGE AND HOURS:
• 40 plus hours a week including Saturdays
• Wage: 11.43/hour, seasonal, full time Please forward your resume by email to:
AGRIVILLE FARMS LTD.
Greenhouse Workers
General Labourers
• Steady day shift 50-60+ hours per week
• Monday - Saturday
• Working in greenhouse and/or the warehouse
• Harvesting, pruning, packing and picking the vegetables
• Current wage is $11.43/hr careers@muccifarms.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 $11.43 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. Apply: Southshore Greenhouses Inc. 1746 Seacliff Drive Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2M6
CONSTRUCTION LABOURERS
- footings, walls & GENERAL LABOURERS
Must have a valid
NOW HIRING AZ/DZ TRUCK DRIVERS
Full or part time
to: info@eriesand.com
PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR & LASER OPERATOR REQUIRED
Experience an asset. Apply in person to:
Custom Fab. Inc.
5140 Ure Street, Oldcastle • Fax: 519-737-1833
MUCCI PAC LTD.
General Labourers
Produce Packers
• All three shifts, 44-48+ hours per week
• Monday - Saturday
• Working in cool temperatures
• Packing, grading, weighing
• Current wage is $11.43/hr careers@muccifarms.com
DZ DRIVERS
Must have tri-axle experience and a clean drivers adstract.
Please email resume to: dmurphy@leomailloux.ca or call Darrin 519-990-1124
LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
• Assist with the scheduling of delivery appointments
• Coordinate in planning, building and scheduling loads
• Assist with the monitoring of daily carrier updates; communicate these updates to the freight and sales team
• Working closely with the logistics, sales and shipping teams; answer phone and email inquires, deal with logistic issues, etc., as they arise
• Submit customs documentation to our customs broker
• Communicate priority updates on shipments internally to staff
• Help shipping department provide drivers with B.O.L., permits, origin sheets, seals, bio terrorism (where applicable), and customs paper work; all pertaining to what they are carrying.
• Work in conjunction with our customs broker as required, review invoices; prepare Certificates of Origin, etc.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and Outlook is required.
• A flexible work schedule including extended hours and weekends. careers@muccifarms.com
• Steady day shift 50-60+ hours per week • Monday - Saturday
• Working in greenhouse and/or the warehouse • Harvesting, pruning and picking the strawberries
