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Officers of the Rideau Lakes OPP detachment began searching for Scott McPherson, 33, on Nov. 24 when he was reported missing while snowmobiling in the area.

The OPP's emergency response team (ERT), the OPP snowmobile ATV vessel enforcement team (SAVE), Rideau Lakes Fire Service with ATV support, and OPP unmanned aerial support (UAS) participated in the search.

The OPP urges everyone to stay off the ice, whether snowmobiling or on foot.

No ice is "safe ice." Underlying water currents or air pockets can create thin ice, even in the coldest temperatures. Snowmobilers can't see this until it's too late. If it can't be avoided, check ice conditions beforehand, wear a floater suit, carry ice picks and make sure they are accessible. Always be prepared and travel with safety equipment in the event of an emergency.

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Municipal Connection NOTICE OF PUBLICATION OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS: Notice is hereby given that the 2017 Audited Financial Statements of the Corporation of the Town of Perth are available on the Town website at: http://www.perth.ca/en/town-hall/Audited-Financial-Statements.aspx Brian Burns Treasurer, Town of Perth

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION: MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT ES-2018-18

The Town of Perth is requesting quotations from qualified respondents for the following contract “Materials and Equipment” to be supplied during the winter and summer months starting January 1st, 2019 to December 31st, 2021.

Quotation packages can be picked up at the Town Hall or by calling the undersigned. If you are interested in any part or whole of the above noted, please have your quotes submitted by December 13th, 2018 at 2:00pm, by fax, mail or e-mail. Questions can be directed to the undersigned at 613-267-3311 Ext. 2243.

Robert MacDonald, Superintendent of Surface Operations Corporation of the Town of Perth 80 Gore St. East, Perth, ON K7H 1H9 613-267-3311 • Email: roads@perth.ca • Fax: 613-267-5635

ALL ABOUT SNOW:

It may be early, but now that snow is upon is, residents and drivers need to keep a few things in mind.

Overnight Parking Restrictions: The Town of Perth enforces overnight parking restrictions to ensure the most efficient snow removal by Environmental Services staff. Winter parking restriction signs are posted at all entrances to the Town.

Parking lot permits may be purchased at Town Hall. Cars left on roadways (or in municipal parking lots) without a permit, during overnight hours, will be ticketed and towed in accordance with the Bylaw.

The Law: Bylaw #3961 (as amended) states that “no person shall park a vehicle between 0001 hours (12:01am) and 0600 hours (6:00am) during the period from November 20 to March 31 inclusive upon any highway or boulevard under the jurisdiction of the Town of Perth” and further states that “no person shall park a vehicle between the hours of 0001 hours (12:01am) and 0600 hours (6:00am) in any public parking lot except for vehicles parked in designated areas displaying valid parking permits as described in Part IV(3).”

Snow Removal: Please be mindful of where you are depositing snow. Do not bury fire hydrants or push snow out onto the street. Immediate access is needed to the hydrants if a fire was to occur. Fire engines have about 5 minutes of water on-board. That’s 5 minutes to locate your hydrant in a snowdrift, dig it out and hook up supply hoses before the truck runs out of water. Imagine this all happening while your house is burning down. Help us to help you by keeping your fire hydrant clear, and making sure your snow removal contractor knows the rules as well.

The Law: Ontario Fire Code Section 6.6.4.2. says “Hydrants shall be kept free of snow and ice accumulations.”

Similarly, pushing your driveway snow out onto the road, the existing snow bank (from plowing the road) or onto your neighbour’s property isn’t acceptable either. That might mean having to push it all into your front or back yard, or only one direction off your driveway, if the configuration dictates.

Basically, what snow falls on your property has to stay on your property, unless you hire a contractor to take it away. If by chance you do have an issue with your neighbour’s snow removal practices, please speak to them directly first. Neighbour-to-neighbour communication is always best.

The Law: The Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O 1990, c.H.8, Section 181 says: “No person shall deposit snow or ice on a roadway without permission in writing to do so from the Ministry or the road authority responsible for the maintenance of the road.”

Sidewalks and Roofs: During this time of year, it is important to note that the Town of Perth has regulations regarding snow and ice removal from sidewalks and roofs. These bylaws are in place to ensure the safety of all pedestrians in our community.

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Town of Perth Property Maintenance and Occupancy Bylaw #3322 requires building owners and/or occupants to safely remove any ice and snow build-up from roofs. This is particularly important in the downtown area. When this hazard cannot be immediately removed, pedestrians must be alerted of the potential overhead danger. In addition, the Ontario Fire Code requires that fire escapes and fire access routes must be kept clear of ice and snow to allow for safe passage for building occupants and emergency personnel.

The Town of Perth owns a limited number of red barricades which are available at the Crystal Palace in the Tay Basin. These are to be used as a temporary solution only – until such time as the ice and snow is safely brought down. Once this has been done, these barricades are to be returned to the Crystal Palace.

Let’s all work together to enjoy the winter season!

For more information: Jon Wilson Fire Prevention Office/Building Inspector/Bylaw Enforcement 613-267-3311 Ext. 2267 • inspection@perth.ca

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL: TREE REMOVAL/ARBORIST SERVICES The Town of Perth is requesting proposals from qualified respondents to submit a proposal for the contract “Tree Removal/Arborist Services ES-2018-19”. This is a multi-year contract and will occur from January 1st, 2019 to December 31st, 2021 Deadline for questions is December 4th, 2018 which can be directed to Tony Mack, 613-267-3311 Ext. 2273; deadline for submissions is December 13th, 2018 by 2:00pm.

Copies of the RFP are available on www.biddingo.com, or can be picked up at Town Hall.

Submissions should be directed to: Tony Mack, Engineering Technologist Corporation of the Town of Perth 80 Gore St. East, Perth, ON K7H 1H9 613-267-3311 • Email: engtech@perth.ca • Fax: 613-267-5635

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The Town of Perth would like residents and businesses to complete our online survey about active transportation in town. Please visit the town’s website news section for more information and to access the link to the survey: www.perth.ca.

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A former Perth resident is hoping to set up a tiny homes commune.

Jordan Naomi Chambers, who now lives in Almonte, is working on a business plan to buy up some land where tiny homes and even old shipping containers, converted into residences, could be set up for people dealing with environmental sensitivities. The community would also be a place for residents to learn life skills, and even grown food, some of which could be donated to area food banks, a "people feeding people farm," she explained during an interview at the North Market Café in Almonte on Tuesday, Nov. 20. "You get the time to recoup in an (environmentally) clean home."

She is looking at land in either Lanark Highlands Township or Mississippi Mills to set up this community, and she sees it as a chance to compliment institutions like homeless shelters.

"We do need shelters, in the short term," she stressed. But for a lot of the people she is looking to help, getting them back to the land would help them heal from their environmental illnesses, which would most likely then lead to better mental and physical health outcomes. As an ex-contractor herself, "I can tell certain things about houses," such as what works, and what does not.

She would like to see the laws around where tiny homes can be placed, because she admittedly that she naively "thought I could put a bunch of tiny houses on a small plot of land." It's not that easy, and "laws absolutely need to be changed for this."

She already has about $4,000 on a GoFundMe page for this initiative.

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2018 COMMUNITY ANGEL TREE The Community Angel Tree is now in its 33rd year and this year has approximately 600 angels that need your support. The program has grown in leaps and bounds since its inception, and after three decades, this program continues to support families needing assistance at what should be a very joyous time of the year.

Tay Valley’s Municipal Office is one of several places where angels can now be picked up!

Once your “Angel Card” has been claimed you will have until 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 5th to return your gift unwrapped or in a gift bag.

Please ensure your Angel Card is affixed to the gift AND the gift contents are printed on the back of the Card. Donations of money and items of new clothing/toys are also gratefully accepted!

ANGEL TREE FOR SENIORS - LANARK COUNTY Brighten a Senior’s Christmas by giving an anonymous gift. Beginning in Mid-November, select a name from an Angel Tree located at: North Lanark Community Health Centre in Lanark Home Hardware in Perth Canadian Tire in Carleton Place Special Greetings in Smiths Falls Tay Valley Township Municipal Office, Tay Valley Or Online at https://tinyurl.com/ya8dhj2m Return the gift to the Angel Tree by Friday, December 7th & volunteers & North Lanark Community Health Centre Staff will ensure local seniors receive their gifts for Christmas.

For more info please visit the Facebook page “Angel Tree for Seniors - Lanark County” or call Meredith at the North Lanark Community Health Centre 613-259-2182

WINTER PARKING RESTRICTIONS will be in effect for: ALL TOWNSHIP ROADS & ALL MUNICIPAL PARKING LOTS December 1, 2018 through March 31, 2019 No parking between 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. FINE: $50.00 as per By-Law No. 2011-049

TAY VALLEY OUTDOOR ICE RINK VOLUNTEERS Tay Valley is looking for volunteers to help flood, shovel and maintain the Glen Tay Outdoor Ice Rink this winter. The help of dedicated volunteers will ensure another successful season at the rink.

Please contact the Corporate Assistant with if you would like to help out or if you have any questions 613-267-5353 ext. 110 or corporateassistant@tayvalleytwp.ca

2019 RECREATION REGISTRATION COMMUNITY CHOIR Registrations for the 2019 spring session of the Tay Valley Community Choir are being accepted at the Municipal Office. An early bird registration fee of $40.00 applies until January 2nd, 2019, after January 2nd the regular registration fee of $50.00 will apply. The spring session begins on January 7th, and runs until April 15th, 2019. The Choir is always eager to welcome new members so if you have an interest in music and love to sing consider joining this lively group of like-minded folks!

KARATE PROGRAM Registration for the 2019 spring session of the Karate program is now open. A registration fee of $60.00 per person, or $120.00 for a family of 2 or more applies until January 2nd. After January 2nd regular registration fees apply; $70.00 per person or $140.00 for a family of 2 or more. The spring session will begin on January 10th, and run until May 2nd, 2019.

Drop by the Municipal Office to register for this fit & fun program, or register online.

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COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE December 4th, 2018 – 7:00 p.m.

Inaugural Meeting December 4th, 2018 Immediately following the Inaugural Meeting Committee of the Whole December 11th, 2018 – 7:00 p.m.

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LOWERING DOWNTOWN PERTH SPEED LIMIT TO 40 KM/H DEFERRED UNTIL NEW YEAR DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@ metroland.com A proposal to reduce speed limits on downtown streets from 50 km/h to 40 km/h has been deferred

by Perth town council until next year.

While environmental services director Grant Machan is due to present a report to council next

month on the matter, Insp.

Derek Needham, detachment commander for the Lanark County OPP, has contacted Mayor John Fenik and said he would like to address Perth town council on Tuesday, Dec. 11, to speak on the speeding matter, and other police issues.

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on this," said Fenik during the Perth town council meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 20.

After the tabling of the report, and the delegation from Needham, the matter will then go to the committee of the whole meeting in January.

The idea has already been endorsed by the Perth police services board back in October.

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POLICE SEEK SUSPECTS IN DRUG STORE THEFTS Lanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is seeking assistance from the public to identify the person responsible for three separate break, enter and thefts at drug stores in Carleton Place. Between the hours of 10:25 p.m. and 2 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 14 and Thursday, Nov. 15 a

male, approximately 35 years of age, entered the three drug stores and stole a number of items. The businesses involved are the Pharmasave on Bridge Street at High Street and also two Shoppers Drug Mart locations, one on Lake Avenue East and the other on McNeely Avenue at Lake

Ave. E. If you have any information on this or any other crime, please call Lanark County Crime Stoppers (LCCS) anonymously at the toll-free number 1-800222-TIPS (1-800-222-8477).

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ROCKY RAMP PUBLIC MEETING NOT LIKELY UNTIL NEW YEAR, PERTH COUNCIL DECIDES DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@ metroland.com Rocky ramp advocates, and opponents, will have a chance to have their say but not until the new year.

Coun. Jim Graff said that he is receiving a lot of calls about the appearance of rocky ramps and "they are very upset with what has been going on," he said, during the Perth town council meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 20.

He said he wanted to arrange a meeting between the town, residents, the Matrix engineering firm which developed the project, the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority

(RVCA), and Parks Canada, to "deal with this situation all in one shot."

He also called on Matrix to prepare a report on the performance, thus far, of both rocky ramps, the Little Tay rocky ramp under the bridge, and the Haggart rocky ramps, at the end of Mill Street.

Deputy Mayor John Gemmell said that, based on what he had heard from the public, "I thought everyone was over the moon about the big (Haggart) ramp," he said.

Coun. Judy Brown, who sits on the RVCA board, wondered what authority Parks Canada would have at the meeting.

"It's all RVCA," she said

of that stretch of water.

Graff said that the rocky ramps have been in the works for years and that town hall and the public were always told to "give us a couple of years to see how things settle." Now, in 2018, "it's not exactly what we planned for," he said of the Little Tay ramp. And in talking with Parks Canada, Graff said that "they have some ideas," and that adding "one more person with experience would add to the meeting."

Coun. Jim Boldt agreed that "Phase 2 (Haggart) in my opinion, (is) looking good and is working beautifully," he said. However, the other ramp "looks like a lunar landscape in low water," and was not close to the artist's rendering of what was envisioned for that area.

During his re-election campaign, when knocking on doors along Harvey Street near the Haggart rocky ramp, he heard from people that that ramp was "perfect. Don't touch it."

But Fenik and his wife used to live down by the Little Tay ramp and "that river has changed," since he

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Desmond Devoy/Metroland Tay Canal water winds its way through the rocks at the first rocky ramp off of Thom Street, as seen from the Rainbow Bridge, on the evening of Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2017. lived there. "I feel like we've got the flow wrong," he said. "It's a big fix."

If left up to him, Fenik said he wanted to see a mechanical dam with logs that could be removed to adjust the water levels when needed.

"I totally understand the residents' concerns," said Fenik, though he felt that the funding request for a new report from Matrix and a public meeting should go through the 2019 budget process. "I think we can get it right."

If there was to be another report, and a public meeting, Gemmell said he hoped that "this is it. We're not going to revisit this."

Thereafter, "let nature take its course."

Coun. Riq Turner said that he agreed with Fenik's idea of a mechanical dam since "we do need an adjustability to account for different flows," said Turner. "We didn't look far enough ahead."

Boldt said that while he felt that the dams needed "some more tweaking, I don't think it needs a mechanized dam."

Council voted unanimously to defer the motion to the 2019 budget process.

"I believe public input is good," said Fenik. "I don't think we are expecting to reinvent the wheel."

Graff said that he thought it would be "good, professional business," for Matrix to come to the shores of the Tay and "take a look," and that doing so should not cost the town thousands.

"It shouldn't cost us anything," said Graff. "They should be no-cost items."

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www.twp.beckwith.on.ca THE MEETING DATES ARE AS fOLLOWS: Tuesday, December 4th, 2018

7:00 PM

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Reeve Richard Kidd

Tuesday, December 11th, 2018 7:00 PM

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Tuesday, December 18th, 2018 1:00 PM

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WINTER PARKING Parking is prohibited on all streets or roads within the municipality of the Township of Beckwith from November 1, 2018 to April 15, 2019.

It is an offence to plow, shovel or deposit snow from private entrances across or onto municipal roadways. The penalty for non-conformance will be a fine and/or the vehicle towed away at the owner’s expense.

Also, please note that the Township of Beckwith will not be responsible for damages to mail boxes, newspaper containers or other appurtenances that are privately owned and erected on Municipality right-of-ways and are damaged through winter snowplowing operations.

FARE THEE WELL, PERTH TOWN COUNCIL CLASS OF 2014

Thank you for your co-operation.

FOUR MEMBERS OF COUNCIL WILL NOT BE RETURNING FOR 2018-2022 TERM

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Please remember to adjust your driving speed to suit the prevailing weather and road conditions.

APPOINTMENTS TO COMMITTEES The Township of Beckwith is looking for residents to apply for our municipal advisory committees. To apply, you must submit a letter of interest to the municipality by 12:00 noon on Monday, December 24th, 2018.

The Township is seeking new members for the following:

BECKWITH HERITAGE COMMITTEE RECREATION COMMITTEE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE For more information about the committees, please visit the municipal website at www.twp.beckwith.on.ca Submit your letter via e-mail or regular mail (addressed to the undersigned) or you can drop if off at the Municipal Office.

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Desmond Devoy/Metroland Fare Thee Well: From left, Coun. Jim Boldt, Deputy Mayor John Gemmell, Coun. Jim Graff, and Coun. Riq Turner, hold their plaques, marking their years of service on council, after the last Perth town council meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 20 for the 2014-2018 term. All four men will not be returning to the council chambers as politicians come December.

Ross Trimble Acting Clerk Administrator Township of Beckwith 1702 9th Line Beckwith Carleton Place, On K7C 3P2 (T)613-257-1539 • (F)613-257-8996 rtrimble@twp.beckwith.on.ca

Four faces around the Perth town council table left the chambers as politicians for the last time on Nov. 20.

At the final meeting for the council elected back in October 2014, Mayor John Fenik gave all councillors, departing and otherwise, a chance to have their final say as the meeting drew to a close.

"I leave tonight with a tear in my eye," admitted Coun. Jim Boldt. "I take politics, and the running of this town, very seriously."

Over the past four years, "we've had one hell of a ride," he said. "We got a lot accomplished."

He said there was "a learning curve" when he arrived on council eight years ago. Although he did not always agree with his fellow councillors, he said, he was always "very passionate" about his role.

He thanked staff for keeping the wheels of gov-

ernment running smoothly at Perth town hall, adding that, "I wish the next council a lot of success."

He encouraged the new council to continue to respect the Perth taxpayer, and "I bid adieu to all my fellow councillors."

Boldt, along with Deputy Mayor John Gemmell, Coun. Riq Turner and Coun. Jim Graff, were all given plaques commending their years of service on town council. (Boldt and Gemmell ran for mayor against Fenik, who was reelected. Graff ran for deputy mayor against Coun. Ed McPherson, losing to him.

Turner chose not to run for re-election.)

"This is my 15th year," on council, said Gemmell.

"It's been happy and sad," with highs and lows, but, "above all, it's been enjoyable and rewarding," he said, before also thanking staff.

"It's been a great eight years," said Coun. Judy Brown, who was re-elected to her council seat. "I'm looking forward to serving with four new councillors."

Graff called his eight years on council "a terrific honour." He said he took great pride in being able to help fix problems for voters at town hall, joking

that, "I've just about driven Lauren (Walton, the town clerk) crazy," with his queries. "I wish the new council every success."

Looking back to the financial hole the town was in more than a decade ago, "we are miles away from where we were," McPherson said. He paid tribute to the outgoing deputy mayor, Gemmell, saying he has "big shoes to fill. I'll do my best."

Turner thanked the voters of Perth for electing him and also thanked "each and every one of you," around the council table. "(As) the newbie, I learned so much from each of you. He said the knowledge he picked up "made me a better councillor, a better person, a better citizen."

Turner said that, despite the differences of opinion, at the heart of every member of council, "we wanted tomorrow to be better than today." He added that he was "honoured to be part of that for four years."

Fenik rounded out the goodbyes, saying that, "It has been an honour and privilege to serve with each of you." He added that "This isn't goodbye," but merely until next time.

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LIGHT IT UP SAFELY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON During the holiday season, it's important to enjoy time spent with family and friends. It is also the time of year where most Canadians are using a lot of electricity with additional Christmas lights on, the furnace running, spacer heaters on, the stove cooking dinner, plugging in your vehicles so they start and all the new gadgets getting plugged in.

The Canadian Safety Council offers some safety tips for this winter and holiday season.

Whether it's because you were shovelling the snow or pulling too hard on the extension cord, sometimes the cord gets damaged.

If your extension cord is damaged at the plug or the sheathing, do not use the cord.

The damage may cause you to get an electric shock.

Repairing the cord with electrical tape is not recommended and will not ensure that it is safe to use the cord in the long run.

Using timers for your outdoor holiday lights is not only a great way to ensure that they are on before you're home, but is also a great way to be environmentally conscious.

A timer will also shut off the lights before you go to bed, saving you money on your power bill.

You won't even have to leave the comfort of your own home to plug or unplug the lights.

Turning off the lights before going to bed prevents the light bulbs from overheating in the night, and setting them on a timer ensures that it's not a task that might slip your mind.

Whether it's at home or in the office, outlets can only handle one portable space heater. As soon as you plug in that second one, you'll trip the breaker.

Most home outlets are rated for only a single 12-amp or 1,500-watt load. Check your space heater and any other electrical device that you're plugging to ensure it doesn't exceed this rating.

Most modern houses have GFCI outlets on the exterior of your home to plug in holiday lights and other electrical equipment. The benefit of a GFCI outlet is electric shock protection for you when using portable cord- and-plug connected electrical equipment in an indoor or outdoor environment.

While we're on the topic of GFCI outlets, think of hitting that test and reset button before you plug in your device. You want the GFCI to work to protect you from being electrocuted should there ever be an electrical fault.

Consider doing this in the bathrooms in your house and on outside outlets at least once a month or ask your family or guests to test the GFCI before they use the outlet.

It's better to ensure the protection is working long before you need it.

Enjoy these tips which can help you have a safe and happy holiday season.

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WHO WE ARE LETTERS & COMMENTARY DUBLIN TO DRUMMOND MAHON FAMILY 200TH REUNION DEAR EDITOR, Some of the descendants of the original Mahon settlers to the Perth area, are calling on family to an information and planning session in Perth on Dec. 1 at the Perth and District Union Library, upstairs from noon until 3 p.m.

The committee is looking for volunteers to help create the reunion which will take place Aug. 17/18, 2019.

In 1819, James Mahon and his wife Ellen Troy, along with their eight children left Dublin, Ireland and sailed to their new home in Canada.

They spent 44 days on the ship Ajax and landed in Canada July 07, 1819. From there James, Ellen and their family made their way to Drummond Township, Conc. 4, just outside of Perth near the Tennyson Road.

While James and Ellen lived out their lives in the Perth area and are buried in the Old Burying Ground on Craig Street, many of

their children forged new homes in Renfrew County, Bolingbroke, the Crow Lake areas, Ogdensburg, NY, Michigan, Wisconsin and areas further westward.

Listed are just a few of the Mahon relative names uncovered: Bowes, Crabbe, Dowsett, Hanlon, Hudder, Hudson, Kehoe, Kirkham, Korry, Lane, Larock, Loughney, Madden, Mahon, McDonald, McDougall, McGlade, Moran, Nolan, Norris, O'Mara/ O'Meara, O'Neill, Quinn, Ritchie, Robinson, Russell, Smith, Steep, Stiller, Stabb, Walsh, Watt, and Wimbles.

For more information, please check out our website at: https://dublintodrummond.wixsite.com/ dublintodrummond; Facebook, Dublin to Drummond, or email dublintodrummond@gmail.com.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

CHERYL MOSS, PERTH

LANARK LODGE STAFF WORTHY OF ACCOLAD DEAR EDITOR, I read some negative

comments about Lanark Lodge in The Perth Courier recently (social scene on the editorial page), and a couple of others in the summer.

While it's easy to complain in this imperfect world, there is so much to be said in favour of the lodge, starting with the front-line people, who are always short-staffed, yet they do their best where some would say, "Forget it."

They are under persistent time pressures, and yet they do an efficient job and maintain an attitude of kindness.

Long-term care takes a lot of humility, and most of us would be unable to do it.

Anyone who visits the lodge will see this.

My mother has been living there for several years now, and I haven't had a single instance that would be anywhere near worthy of a complaint; on the other hand, I could list many occasions worthy of accolades.

The people there should be appreciated.

DAVID SAUNDERS, PERTH

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KNITTERS GIVE TO LANARK COUNTY ANGEL TREE A group of neighbours who knit are warming hearts throughout our community this holiday season. The 12 neighbours from Tay Valley Township have knit many creations for the Lanark County Angel Tree for Seniors program.

The Angel Tree for Seniors program is organized by community volunteers and the Primary Care Outreach to Seniors (PCO) team of the North Lanark Community Health Centre - a part of Lanark Renfrew Health & Community Services. The angel tree allows members of our community the opportunity to give anonymous gifts (maximum $25 value) to seniors registered in supportive community programs or living in nursing homes throughout Lanark County. The first name and wish list of each senior is written on a tag, which is placed on a Christmas tree at one of several locations.

The neighbours, who

gather monthly to knit and enjoy each other's company, were inspired to knit items for the program by one of their own; the remarkable Wilma Winton, who celebrated her 91st birthday this November.

Winton, who has generously given countless hand-knitted items to multiple community causes over the years, donated several beautiful shawls to the angel tree in 2017 after learning about the program from a friend. "When Wilma suggested knitting for the seniors' angel tree at our June meeting, we thought it was a great idea," commented Joanne Tilston. The ladies knit throughout the summer and fall, creating a beautiful collection of hats, mittens, scarves, shawls, soft face clothes and a lap blanket. They also collected a generous monetary donation and some lovely purchased gifts for inclusion in the program.

The care and intention

with which these ladies crafted their creations can be sensed when holding the finished items. In giving their creations, they are sharing both the item and that spirit with the individual who will receive the gift. Speaking with the knitters it is clear that they feel they are getting as much joy in giving the items, as the seniors will in receiving their lovely creations.

Tilston noted, "Knitting for the program gave us a goal to work toward. It feels good to know that we are sharing with people in our community."

Many of the knitters are seniors themselves: "We are seniors helping seniors," commented Marguerite Bradley.

Sitting in the cosy living room of Winton's home on the night the ladies gathered to donate their creations to the angel tree (watching them laugh, swap knitting tips, show off new creations, and knit for others), it is clear that they

have quietly created something special at the end of their country road. Building a caring community, one stitch at a time.

Starting in 2014 with the enthusiasm and leadership of community volunteer Sherrie Seward-Humby and the PCO program, the Lanark County Angel Tree for Seniors program has grown every year to reach more seniors (with 700 gifts given to date), as individuals, community partners and businesses get on board.

This year trees are located at North Lanark Community Health Centre in Lanark Village, Home Hardware in Perth, Canadian Tire in Carleton Place, Special Greetings in Smiths Falls and the Tay Valley Municipal Office in Tay Valley Township.

There is also a "virtual tree" available online which individuals can use to sign up and give a gift, which they will return to a specified drop-off location.

The last day to return gifts

Submitted/Sarah Byrne A group of neighbours knit warm items for the Lanark County angel tree for seniors. Pictured are (front, left to right) Audrey Featherstone, Wilma Winton and Merrilyn Flynn; back: Diane Walsh, Susan Vermander, Marguerite Bradley, Maurine Hall, Joy Fleming and Joanne Tilston. Absent from photo: Dawn Best, Nancy Hollington and Anne Rounding. to any of the locations is Saturday, Dec. 8. The gifts are then delivered to seniors through a network of helping hands.

For more information about the program, or to sign up via the virtual angel tree, please visit the

Facebook page "Angel Tree for Seniors - Lanark County" or contact 613-259-2182.

Submitted by the North Lanark Community Health Centre on behalf of the Lanark County Angel Tree for Seniors program.

The Leeds–Grenville–Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes federal by-election is Monday.

Are you ready to vote?

If you’re a Canadian citizen, 18 or older, and have lived in this riding since October 31, 2018, you can vote in the federal by-election.

Your voter information card tells you when and where to vote.

If you didn’t receive your card, you can still register and vote at your polling place on December 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

To find out where to vote, and what ID to bring, visit elections.ca or call 1-800-463-6868 ( TTY 1-800-361-8935).

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FROM TROUBADOURS TO THE INTERWEBS - STILL TELLING OUR STORIES STEPHANIE GRAY REMEMBERS HER TIME AS A JOURNALIST HERE STEPHANIE GRAY Column

In the grand scheme of things, I did not spend a lot of time as a full-time journalist. If we look at the math, my years as a reporter only make up about a quarter of my entire adult working life.

That being said, those six years as a reporter gave me invaluable experience that I use every day.

In fact, hardly a day goes by that I don't say, "When I was a reporter" or "When I worked at The Perth Courier ...". It probably gets a little dull for people after a while.

I'm bringing this up be-

cause of the "Newspapers Matter" campaign underway by this family of newspapers and News Media Canada to help build trust in community newspapers and to recognize the importance of local journalism.

I was lucky enough to work at a community newspaper prior to the sweeping changes that came with the fantabulous interwebs.

When I left The Courier (other than this column) to pursue other adventures, we had just switched from DOS to Windows. We accessed painful dial-up internet on one computer in the hallway. We didn't have email. We still developed black-and-white film ourselves in a darkroom at the office. We were just starting to use digital cameras.

People paid subscriptions to receive this weekly newspaper or bought it at stores. They had to wait for "paper day" to get the local news. We didn't have to

worry about being scooped by the interwebs.

It really was quite a different time.

Now reporters must be a lot of different things (writers and videographers) and they have to publish to social media constantly. As mentioned last week in these pages, though, the main thrust remains the same: They are storytellers.

For me, journalism has always been about telling a story fairly and accurately. It is about building trust and relationships. It's about people knowing that if they look to something you have written, it will give the information you need in a balanced, thoughtful, accurate way.

I will never forget the last Lanark county council meeting I covered as a reporter in November 1999.

Carleton Place mayor Brian Costello was the warden, and at the end of the meeting he acknowledged the fact I was moving on to

new adventures, and he said I would be missed because I was always "fair."

He said that even when they didn't like what I wrote, they knew they had it coming. Then he presented me with a Lanark County history book signed by all the councillors and some staff.

I was a bit overwhelmed at the time. My first thought was, "Clearly, I should have been harder on these people." But mostly I was grateful. I always try hard to treat people fairly - no matter what hat I am wearing - and it was a good feeling to have that acknowledged as a journalist, where showing bias can destroy trust.

Since then, I have used the incredible knowledge one gets from covering a community to do myriad things - from teaching about communications to helping Lanark County share its stories, to building on relationships to try to make positive social

changes in the community.

Journalism taught me much more than writing.

It taught me how to actually communicate and ask questions and research and explain. It taught me about people and that there is always (always!) at least two sides to a story. It taught me to dig deeper to find out why things are the way they are.

I don't doubt for a second that local journalists are giving everything they have under challenging circumstances to bring the news to you in a fair way.

Newspapers matter. Local journalism matters. It helps to pump the blood of the community and democracy. Don't let it disappear. #NowMoreThanEver Stephanie Gray is a word girl, project manager and college teacher who makes up words, has petulant body parts and obsesses about her patio. sjgray@bell.net.

OPP INVESTIGATE THEFT FROM SUGAR CAMP Lanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is seeking assistance from the public to identify the person or persons responsible for a break, enter and theft at a sugar camp on Waddle Creek Road in Lanark Highlands Township.

Sometime between Monday, Oct. 1 and Tuesday, Oct. 9 an unknown person (s) entered the property in question and broke into the buildings on site. Stolen were a trailer, a Honda generator, a water pump and a Poulan chainsaw.

If you have any information on this or any other crime, please call Lanark County Crime Stoppers (LCCS) anonymously at the toll-free number 1-800222-TIPS (1-800-222-8477).

All calls to LCCS are confidential and phone calls are not taped.

Submitted by Lanark County Crime Stoppers

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ish Columbia to Newfoundland, many are still in the Perth-Ottawa Valley area. Help is needed to find some of the addresses.

The afternoon of Dec. 16 will finish with Roberts' sixth annual Christmas get together and cocktail party. Roberts looks forward to welcoming her former math students from the '50s and '60s.

Clearly, this teacher taught her students valuable life lessons about more than just math. The Beatles said it best: "Those were the days, my friends."

Donna Doelman, Kingston

MATH TEACHER, AGAIN INSPIRES THE PDCI CLASS OF '68 DEAR EDITOR, If one believes the media, good math teachers are rare. Back in the '60s when the "New Math" curriculum was being taught, Josie (Rubino) Roberts easily became a favourite of her Grade 9 students.

She taught some of them each year until the end of Grade 12.

That summer she and her husband Merv, moved away for other

career opportunities.

Her homeroom math class was especially disappointed they would not have her for their final fifth year. However, like the committed teacher she was, she promised that all they had to do was graduate Grade 13 and she would come back to see them.

True to her word, Roberts was back to congratulate them at

their October convocation.

Fast forward 50 years and Roberts has been encouraging graduates all year to organize a reunion. At the 11th month, Ron Jackson and I took the challenge and are busy compiling a database. The list includes many of our Grade 12 friends as well, since some students left early for Ryerson, nursing and other careers.

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A 50th Reunion Luncheon for the class of '68 is planned for Sunday, Dec. 16, 2018 at the Best Western, 82 Peter St., Perth. More details can be found on Facebook.

Any student from this era is asked to contact and register with Ron Jackson, ronaldgjackson@gmail.com or Josie Roberts 613-267-3769. Although classmates have relocated from Brit-

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The Perth fire department is looking for a few good teenagers for its junior firefighter program.

"They would not be coming to fire calls," said fire chief Trevor Choffe, during a presentation to Perth town council's committee of the whole meeting in October, but, for all intents and purposes, they would otherwise be a member of the team, "giving them the most realistic experience possible ... to give them a taste" of life at the fire hall.

"We do, from time to time, take co-operative education students, so, this is an extension of that," said Choffe, as this program is aimed at young people aged 16 to 20.

The youth will take part in training, and is seen as a way to get the next generation of firefighters into the fire hall earlier.

"It's getting harder and harder to get them to stay," said Choffe.

"You've invested money in them (training) and then they are gone."

At the age of 18, people can legally volunteer as firefighters, but if young people wish to go the co-op route, "we have a working relationship with both school boards," he said.

Deputy Mayor John Gemmell noted that even if a youngster cannot go along on a fire call, "you're still going to be exposed," to the environment, training, and equipment.

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REEVE AUBREY CHURCHILL CELEBRATES 30 YEARS IN DNE COUNCIL LIFE WITH SEND-OFF PARTY DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@ metroland.com Aubrey Churchill celebrated the end of his 30 year political career with a bang, with just weeks left in his latest, and last, term as Drummond/North Elmsley (DNE) Township's reeve.

The retirement party for Churchill was held at the Perth Civitan Club on Nov. 16 and saw Perth Mayor John Fenik act as the master of ceremonies.

"30 years, it's a long time," said Fenik. "I can't believe it."

A political history DNE's new political boss, reeve-elect Steve Fournier, gave an overview of Churchill's years in local political office, starting with three friends (Fred Healy, Laurie Duncan, and Don MacFarlane) encouraging him to run for the local elections in the Township of North Elmsley.

He won a seat and was sworn in on Dec. 6 of that

year. He was also appointed to the Perth and District Memorial Hospital board that year. Over the next 30 years he would serve on council, and then spend 18 years as reeve, getting first elected in 2000. In 2006, he served as Lanark County warden.

Back in 1988, councillors were paid $63 a meeting, averaging out to about $700 a year. Clerk Michael McEwen ran his duties from his house, as did treasurer Don MacFarlane. Council held their meetings at the Port Elmsley Hall until 1995, when an office addition was added onto the public works garage.

Churchill supported amalgamation between North Elmsley and Drummond Townships, which came into being on New Year's Day 1998 - just in time for the ice storm of '98, and that year's spring flooding.

Some highlights from his years in office include: • Establishing recreation cost-sharing agreements with Perth and Smiths Falls.

Desmond Devoy/Metroland Drummond/North Elmsley Township Treasurer Linda Van Alstine, right, dressed as a Christmas elf, congratulates her boss, outgoing DNE Reeve Aubrey Churchill, during his retirement party at the Perth Civitan Club on Friday, Nov. 16.

• Major grants for road construction for Drummond Concession 7 (2007) and Ebb's Bay Road, Churchill Road, Prestonvale Road, and Drummond Concession 1A, in 2009.

• Modernizing and updating fire equipment.

• Helping build the shed for the entrance to the 2003 International Plowing Match.

• Helping implement 9-1-1 service in the county. . Re-establishing the Rideau Ferry public docks in 2014.

• Reconstruction of Concession 7, Coutts Bay Road, and Wildlife Road in 2016.

Other highlights included meeting Queen Elizabeth II in 2003, laying a wreath at the Perth cenotaph every Remembrance Day, and opening the Real Deal store 10 years ago dur-

ing a snowstorm.

"I remain committed to carrying on your legacy," promised Fournier.

For he's a jolly good fellow Lanark-FrontenacKingston MPP Randy Hillier congratulated Churchill on his three decades in public life, and said that the area's MP, Scott Reid, was unable to attend - but sent his best regrets and best wishes - as Reid's father was being honoured at that same moment with a lifetime achievement award in Ottawa.

Hillier noted that in his time at Queen's Park, he had seen three premiers (Dalton McGuinty, Kathleen Wynne and Doug Ford), while Reid has seen four prime ministers (Jean Chrétien, Paul Martin, Stephen Harper, and Justin Trudeau).

"They come and go, but Aubrey Churchill doesn't," joked Hillier. "He's just here! Voters (here) know they've got a good thing."

Throughout his riding, there are dozens of mayors and reeves and councillors, but "none has struck us (Hillier and Reid) as being better at what they do ... than Aubrey Churchill," said Hillier. And in his retirement, "I'm sure we'll see you still rocking the docks!" down at Rideau Ferry.

"I've learned from Aubrey. I'll keep it short," said Lanark County chief administrative officer Kurt Greaves. Having seen him at county council in Perth, he knows to look for Churchill's foot to start tapping, to see him getting an idea.

"When he speaks, the room goes quiet," said Greaves, calling Churchill "a straight talker...who suffers no fools."

Dr. Paula Stewart, medical officer of health for the Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Health Unit, spoke about the eight years that Churchill spent on the health unit's board.

"I hope Lanark County

sends me someone as good as him," to replace him, she said.

Former Smiths Falls mayor Dennis Staples recalled meeting Churchill for the first time at the old Rideau Ferry Inn, with the Smiths Falls representatives on one side of the hall, and their rural counterpoarts on the other side.

And Aubrey? He was right in the middle of the room.

Staples called Churchill "very honest, a straight shooter, (and) reliable," he said. "If all of the municipal politicians we had to deal with were like Aubrey, it would be a breeze," said Staples.

The evening was not entirely filled with accolades.

Fenik noted that Churchill "can be a wee bit stubborn," but that he had a political partner for many years who complimented him: Deputy Reeve Gail Code, whom Fenik called "the sweet side of this equation."

"I'm really happy for you Aubrey," said Code, who added that her respect for him has "grown through

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NEW RAMP FOR BALDERSON CHURCH Balderson United Church invites visitors and guests to join newly elected Tay Valley Township newly-elected reeve Brian Campbell, as he performs one of his first official duties when he cuts the ribbon to officially open the new accessibility ramp at

the Balderson United Church, 131 Fallbrook Rd., on Sunday, Dec. 2 at 10:15 a.m.

Please join the congregation for the ribbon cutting followed by a light lunch in the church which will be beautifully decorated for the advent/Christ-

CANDLELIGHT SERVICE SUNDAY You are invited to an Advent Carol Service at St. James the Apostle Anglican Church in Perth on Sunday, Dec. 2 at 4 p.m., which starts with a candlelight procession.

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youth choir singing the Advent Litany. A procession with candles follows with the singing of The Matin Responsory by Palestrina.

The prayers and music reflect the scripture, and the twin themes of looking forward to Christ's birth and his coming again.

Hymns this year include Come, thou Redeemer of the Earth, When the King Shall Come Again and Tell

mas season.

Campbell will be joined

by Bathurst Ward Coun.

Fred Dobbie.

The ribbon cutting will follow the worship service which begins at 9:15 a.m.

Visitors and guests are also most welcome to join us then.

Out, My Soul. Anthems include O Come Emmanuel by the youth choir females, The Cherry Tree Carol by the senior choir, and If Ye Would Hear the Angels Sing with both choirs.

St. James' Church is located on the corner of Drummond and Harvey streets in Perth. For more information, contact the church office at 613-267-1163 or email stjamesperth@gmail.com.

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

Sponsored by Rideau Community Health Services/Telemedicine 613-284-2558. *Foot Care, Transportation, Meals on Wheels, Tuesday Luncheons Pakenham Community Home Support 613-624-5647. *Diabetes Education Programme, at Kemptville Hospital Diabetes Clinic 613-258-6133 ext 400 www.kdh.on.ca *Gambling Problem, Gamblers Anonymous, 88 Cornelia St. Smiths Falls 613-567-3271. *Emotions Anonymous (marriage, children, grief, etc) Salvation Army Church (side door) Smiths Falls 613-283-0960. *Archives Lanark, 1920 Con.7, Drummond (former Drummond Township Office near Drummond Center) Perth 613-267-3178 or 613-256-3130. *Ancestor Researching, contact Lisa Trodden to make an appointment 613-283-0711 or ltrodden@cogeco.ca *Job Search Resource Centre, job postings, computer and internet access, resume writing assistance, job search seminars and employment counselling. Guthrie House, 10 Perth St., Elgin 613-359-1140. *Community Home Support Bereavement Support Group, Smiths Falls District Community Health Centre enter at front entrance 2 Gould St. Info: 613-267-6400. *Butterfly Fan Club, Perth & District Breast Cancer Support Group, Perth Family Health Centre, 33 Lewis St Perth. Info: Carleen 613-812-4474. *Stroke survivor and caregiver support group, Perth Legion, 26 Beckwith St E. Info: 613-549-6666 x6867. *Support Group for people with Parkinson’s & their care partners, Community Home Support Lanark County, 40 Sunset Blvd, Ste D. Perth. 613-722-9238, 1-800-565-3000 Margaux.Wolfe@parkinson.ca *The Compassionate Friends, support group for bereaved parents. Tay Valley Community Hall, 4174 Narrows Locks Rd. Perth. 2nd Monday of every month, 7-9pm. Cindy Whyte 613-267-6335 or via our facebook page.

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In my last column, I reminisced about Mrs. Kolarik's cakes, as my mom and I discovered similar looking ones while visiting Montenegro last month.

Since that article published, I have learned so much about Mrs. Kolarik!

First off, I apologize for misspelling her name. With that, a few community members reached out and outlined their own memories of the Kolarik family and of her cakes. Brad Mills let me know that his current house once belonged to the Drysdale family who first hired Mr. Kolarik after he immigrated to Canada from Czechoslovakia.

Meanwhile, Karen Fox lived around the street from the Kolariks and she doesn't remember a special occasion without one of Mrs. Kolarik's cakes being present! She says: those cakes were my childhood.

Now, there is one more important element that comes from this

exercise: the Kolariks' story is fascinating.

David Bromley shares their story on his Perth Remembered website, and how they came to Canada is a story in of itself. Simply Google "Mrs. Kolarik's cakes," and you'll find the story. Grab a cup of tea and dive in. Thanks to you all for sharing.

Karen Fox also let me know that if you are hosting an event locally, you should visit the town website and upload your event.

That way, it gets promoted through the town's event calendar.

Or, if you don't feel comfortable submitting it through the website, you can send Karen the information and she'll do it for you at kfox@perth.ca. Please include the event date, time, location, description, cost, contact numbers. Anyone looking for things to do this season can check us out at www.perth.ca and follow the links to the calendar for more details.

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Team, Builder.

This would be the fourth year that the fame committee has acknowledged the contributions of athletes and teams to this area's sporting history.

The first three years of awards are on display at the Perth Museum. The 2018 Awards will be presented at the Perth Studio Theatre in May, 2019.

Honda generator, a water pump and a Poulan chainsaw.

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Public Notices

Meetings: Council/Committee of the Whole December 11 & 18 5:00 pm Council Inaugural Meeting December 3 5:00 pm Council Chambers

ANGEL TREE PROGRAM Please return your Angel Gift by Monday December 3 Thank you for creating a “Smile” this Christmas

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY HOURS Municipal Office will be closed Monday December 24 at noon and re-open Wednesday January 2 at 8:30 a.m.

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CHURCHILL CELEBRATES COUNCIL TIME Continued from page 13

out the years...You have taught me so much," she said, choking up. "I admire his 'Git 'er done,' attitude."

Even at times when they would disagree, "we still respected each other's opinion," she said, remembering his advice to her: "You win some and you lose some. But don't ever take it personally."

Code joked that because of his obvious integrity, "perhaps as a cost-saving measure, our communities could hire him as an integrity commissioner. It'd be a lot cheaper!"

A lighter note Accountant Howard Allen, who has known Churchill since he was a teenager, joked that Churchill's golf game can only get better in retirement: "He goes into so many bunkers, we think he's trying to be Saddam Hussein!" he joked. Allen added, on a more serious note, that Churchill could now look forward to spending "More time with Anne, the love of his life, and care for her and his family," he said. "You're going to be missed. I'm going to miss abusing you!"

Being in the public eye, "is not a glamorous thing.

It's something you do for your community," Allen added. "Love you very much."

Churchill's public works director, Scott Cameron, said that "to work with Aubrey, the bar gets raised." In other work places, when the bosses' voice is heard, workers scatter. But in Port Elmsley, "when you heard his voice, you'd say 'Oh good, Aubrey's here.'"

The working relationship was respectful, and forthright.

"I didn't candy coat anything with Aubrey," said Cameron. "I'm going to miss that."

A well-known member of the Rideau Ferry Yacht Club, Cameron said that "I like Aubrey (to a) captain," he said. "He looks after his

crew. In fashion, we look after him, and stay the course." He told Fournier that "you're grabbing the wheel of a ship that is on an even keel."

A more light-hearted send-off from a staffer came from treasurer Linda Van Alstine, who dressed up as a Christmas elf, and offered Churchill a rhyme he could use when someone called him about a municipal issue.

"Better call Steve, I'm no longer reeve!" she said.

DNE's clerk administrator, Cindy Halcrow, found herself overwhelmed with emotion.

"I'm choked up," she said. "I didn't think I would be. But I am."

She had thought that speaking at Churchill's retirement party would be "just another chore," but it really brought his departure into sharp focus.

She moved to the DNE offices in 2011 and "I thought I'd died and gone to Heaven," she said. "(I'm) so fortunate that I do not have a dysfunctional council."

Halcrow reiterated her admiration for Churchill's brevity and directness of speech: "He tells you what he thinks, whether you like it or not. That makes my life so easy. He does not have a big ego. I don't need to manage a big ego."

From the point of view of an administrator she respected him in that he let her "do my job without political interference," she said. But then, she noted, he's used to taking advice from strong women in his life.

"You've got to respect a man who listens to his wife's advice," she said.

"Aubrey is the man he is because of Anne's influence."

A wife's influence Not surprisingly, while it was Aubrey's retirement party, Anne got a lot of kudos too.

"Without our partners, wives, we really couldn't do our jobs," Fenik said. Those women, and men, are "keeping the home fires burning. (Anne) is the glue.

She's kind and caring," said Fenik introducing Anne, who came to the lectern with her own prop - a long, long "honey do" list with items needing attention, going back to 1988.

"That'll keep him busy," she joked as the long sheet unfurled in front of her. "I'm ready for this. Hope you are," she said, looking at her husband.

She said she still remembers the night he came home, 30 years ago, and said he was considering running for council.

"I was not too excited about this," she recalled.

She was working at a bank in Smiths Falls, was recovering from significant health issues, and they still had teenage children at home. "The thought actually frightened me a little."

The closest she had come to politics was serving in a mock parliament in high school, "which I hated. I did not like politics."

But despite her misgivings, her husband ran and won his seat. Over those 30 years, "I could not think of one time that you were not there for us as a family," because of his elected duties, she said. And while she joked that she hoped they could take up dancing lessons, and other things that had been "on hold for a while," when it came to his home duties, "you always got the things done that needed to be done," at home, she said.

In the end, she said she was going to throw the "honey do" list on the fire, and instead work on a "bucket list" with him instead for their retired years.

"I'm so proud of you and your accomplishments," she said. "It was always a great ride along the way, with a few bumps along the way." She said that he could be "tough when you had to be," but that he "always remained kind."

At the end of the evening, Churchill got up and thanked everyone for attending, and thanked his staff for arranging the soiree.

"I thought I would retire and just fade into the sunset," Churchill said. "The office staff said, 'No way, that's not going to happen.' " He joked that he was "not sure if all of those kind words are true, but I'll accept them," he said. He said he looked forward to getting "a little better" on his golf game, and told Fournier that "you've got a good council coming on board," in December. "Good luck."

JOYFUL FAMILY LAUGHTER WITH 'HANSEL & GRETEL' AT FULL CIRCLE THEATRE Last year's, BarnDoor Productions' original Christmas panto, Cinderella, was a riotous laughfilled hit with kids and adults alike. One reviewer called the show "high-energy panto in its most outrageous tradition," while another said "Without hesitation, the best panto I've ever seen."

This year, BarnDoor returns with Hansel & Gretel (or The Crumbs Don't Fall Far From The Loaf). Even bigger and more extravagant than last year, Hansel & Gretel features a cast of 14 performers, loads of music and a barrel-full of belly laughs. With the holiday

season's biggest cast, original music, original script, gorgeous costumes, a pantomime horse and even a bear, it's an hour-and-ahalf of fun that will get everyone in a great mood for the holiday season.

Panto is a British holiday tradition that goes back over 200 years. Think of a fairy tale told in the funniest, most outrageous possible way. It features characters like the Principle Dame (who's a man), the Principle Boy (who's a girl) and a lot of zany, crazy fun, with laughs for the whole family. There's a pair of lovers to cheer, a bunch of baddies to boo

and lots of opportunity to laugh, clap, sing and join in. It's great fun that keeps everyone entertained from first to last.

Things are tough in 1431 in the Bavarian town of Schplitzenpantz. The Evil Baron Vasteland has taken little Hansel & Gretel into the Dark Forest for his evil purposes, leaving poor Vidow Vinkle to search for them, with dubious help from hapless Prince Rupert and voluptuous Adalicia the barmaid. When Hansel & Gretel stumble upon a beautiful candy cottage, the lovely Lady Malevola may not be as nice as they thought, but her evil henchmen Potz and Panz are even worse! And what about poor Valiant the horse, trotting through the forest by himself - and where did Cuddles the bear come from?

While some amateur groups purchase a "readymade" panto for their holiday entertainments, BarnDoor has upped the ante with an all-original show, with original music and script that they think

might just become a classic panto in its own right.

Hansel & Gretel runs Nov. 30, Dec. 6, 7, 13, 14 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16 at 2 p.m. Note the early start times and the special matinee performances to accommodate youngsters (and oldsters). BDP is also offering very special ticket prices aimed at bringing out the entire family to this magic, fun and laughter-filled show.

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for reservations and more.

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STEWART SCHOOL BUS INVOLVED IN COLLISION on Concession Road 4D near Tennyson Road in Drummond/North Elmsley Township.

"Another vehicle was exiting a laneway and bumped the loading door of the bus," said Loshaw in a telephone interview. "It was a minor collision but not something that happens every day."

Principal Dean Fournier was on his way to the scene, but a Student Transporta-

DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@ metroland.com A bus transporting 15 Stewart School students was involved in a collision Tuesday morning, Nov. 27.

According to a post on the school's Facebook page this morning, bus 1256 (also known as the Pumpkin Bus among students) was involved in a collision, but there were no injuries.

Bill Loshaw, acting superintendent with the Upper Canada District School Board for the Lanark family of schools, said the collision occurred around 8:30 a.m.

Submitted/Sharon Bourque Over half the Grade 9 students at Perth and District Collegiate Institute participated in Take Your Kid to Work Day on Wednesday, Nov. 14. Six of the students (plus two students of town staff) joined town staff for a tour of the town facilities. They started out at town hall where they met with Mayor John Fenik and then had a tour of town hall, the fire hall, the water filtration plant, the town garage, the sewage lagoons out at Wild Life Road, the landfill site and then to O'Reilly's for lunch. After lunch they toured the arena, the library, the museum, the tourism office, and the pool.

Thanks to Shannon Baillon for coordinating the event and all the town staff who welcomed the students. Pictured here, students are at the fire department with Chief Trevor Choffe.

tion of Eastern Ontario (STEO) bus had already picked up the students from the first bus, as he was in transit. "He met with all of the students at the school," said Loshaw.

This morning's collision will not impact on the afternoon bus schedule for the school.

"It will be business as usual," said Loshaw.

All parents of children on the bus have been contacted, according to the statement.

According to the STEO website there was one delay reported for The Stewart School, route 1256, with a reported delay of 35 minutes.

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Perth & District Children’s

Santa Claus parade

Saturday, day, December 1st 5:00 p.m.

a Super Hero Christmas

parade will leave from ‘the Factory’ Business Complex on Sunset Blvd. at 5 p.m. sharp, prejudging of floats starts at 4:15 p.m. First place ribbon in each catagory.

Categories:

please:

• Commercial (businesses) • no duplication of Santa or Mrs. Claus; • Non-Commercial (church, • no open flames; youth groups, everyone else) • no throwing of candy/items • Industrial from floats or vehicles • Service Clubs • Free hot chocolate & hot dog • Animals (animal pulling, horses, etc) to all parade participants at Queen Elizabeth school • Schools (Elementary & all others) at the end of the parade • Individuals (walkers, rollerbladers) The SalvaTion army will be collecTing food along The parade rouTe for Their chriSTmaS food hamper program

Bright ideas

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Lighting & decorating christmas fLoats

• Remember to see colour you need light • Use lots of white lights • Reflect the light you have by using tinsel &

• Outline float structure & tow vehicles with

• Use a white flood light for a wash of light • String lights overhead • Rent or borrow a generator or inverter to

• Please do not use real

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power lights • muffle generator noise with music • Give float participants battery-operated candles to hold

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• Do a trial run in the dark

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• Make sure your

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She now has a new place in Almonte, "and I am doing much better ... It's a very nice place. No complaints," she said.

Throughout her experience, she got to see firsthand the challenges women living with housing insecurity face.

"This is a problem for women," she said. Some men would invite her to stay with them in their spare room, and then "they kept approaching me for sex," she said. At one point, she had to barricade the door to keep one persistent pervert out of her room. "I don't want anyone to go through what I've gone through."

While she may not have been heard in Ottawa, that changed once she moved to Lanark County.

"I've got more response from the rural areas," she said.

This past August, she contacted Perth Town Hall, and got in touch with Mayor John Fenik in August.

"I dropped to my knees in front of Fenik in his office," said Chambers. She had received a call back from his office an hour after she visited the town hall. Fenik heard her out, and even went to Gatineau, Que., to look at a tiny house with her.

"He stepped up and he listened," she said. "He took time

and I appreciate that."

Keeping a positive attitude has proved to be instrumental in her struggle to break free.

"I've stayed positive through all of this ... There is no point in anger," said Chambers. "I do have my off days. I am physically and emotionally exhausted from the summer."

But in the end, "it's not about me. It's about the end game now," of a tiny home commune.

Cornerstone Landing support Cornerstone Landing Youth Services is "definitely interested in the tiny homes community" idea, said executive director Terrilee Kelford during a telephone interview on Monday, Nov. 26.

In fact, her organization tried to get a similar idea off the ground in Smiths Falls off the ground earlier this year, asking the town council to "gift" them some land where they could put down about four tiny homes.

However, that would require a site specific zoning amendment, so, she returned to council and asked them to change their bylaws regarding tiny homes across town.

"We need the town to be proactive about this," said Kelford.

About 60 per cent of her youth housing cases come from Smiths Falls and while the town's economic prospects continue to grow, with increased prosperity

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whereas a young person without these issues would feel more comfortable in an apartment. Everyone, she feels, has "a right to live in a home of their choice."

Kelford did speak with Chambers last week, and "Jordan's case is a perfect case" of housing insecurity, she said. "We need towns to be proactive on this."

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"This is great. We all want development," said Kelford, of the town's sudden burst of good fortune, but this has a direct impact on the most vulnerable who can barely sustain housing in the private market as it is.

While the recent municipal elections have seen the issue slow down around council chambers, she is hoping that the matter will be revisited once new councils are sworn in in early December.

Even so, Tay Valley Township has taken the lead, allowing tiny homes to be placed there - in fact, they even sought out Kelford's input while they were drafting the bylaw.

Away from Lanark County however, Kelford said she is worried about the "systemic structures that keep people out of affordable houses." For example, "new, tiny homes, banks and CMHC (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation) will not finance them ... you can't get a mortgage."

Chambers' idea for a tiny homes commune might be one solution to help with the housing crisis, for people who might have mental health or environmental issues. For example, people suffering from paranoia and social anxiety might not like to live in an apartment building, where "you can hear every conversation your neighbours are having, you can smell every meal they are cooking," she said. As such, a tiny home might be right for them,

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Bond is considered a visionary who wants to shine a spotlight on the natural beauty of the Rideau Lakes and the Frontenac Arch Biosphere. He accomplishes this in many ways, including as a map-maker and the driving force behind the famous Heritage Map, according to Andy Brown, the CAO of the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, in his introduction of Bond.

A retired teacher and author, Bond is also the chair of the Rideau Lakes municipal heritage advisory committee. As he continues to direct his energy into educating and entertaining, Bond's work is recognized for bringing new

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Warden of the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville Robin Jones introduced the award at the summit and said a few words about the inspiration behind the award - Bill Thake.

"Bill was a recordbreaker, serving 52 consecutive years on Westport council to set a Canadawide record as the longestserving head of a municipality," said Jones. "Those who knew him well remember his warmth and his terrific sense of humour."

Thake was warden of the United Counties an unsurpassed four times, and was known for his strong leadership and mentoring skills.

The first recipient of the Bill Thake award, Glenn Allen, and Thake's widow, Marlene, joined Jones for the presentation of the award. Brown and economic development officer Deanna Clark made the in-

troductions.

Brown spoke about the many tourism assets that have been established throughout the greater Leeds and Grenville region as a result of Bond's work, such as walking and boating tours, as well as cycling and paddling tours which are now available as cellphone apps. A key initiative of Bond's has also been promoting the exploration of local natural trails.

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"Canadians and international travellers are looking at ways to see places off the beaten path and Doug's tours provide much-needed direction in this area."

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PERTH COUNCIL PASSES PAY INCREASE FOR DEPUTY MAYOR, NEW COMPENSATION PACKAGE FOR COUNCIL DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@ metroland.com The outgoing 2014-18 session of Perth town council has approved a plan to see incoming deputy mayor-elect Ed McPherson get a pay increase.

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Meanwhile, all other members of council will not only receive their annual cost-of-living adjustment made to their pay, but their pay will now also be corrected to make up for pay that will be lost after the federal govern-

ment closes off a "tax shelter," according to Mayor John Fenik.

"This is a recommendation from our treasurer," Fenik said during the Nov. 20 town council meeting. If council did not approve the increase in councillor pay to make up for the tax shelter shortfall, "the next

council will be subject to a pay cut," Fenik said. The pay rise for councillors was an effort "to keep parity," with their current pay level, he added.

Coun. Judy Brown later explained that the rise would "compensate for losing the one-third tax break from the federal

government."

However, Coun. Jim Boldt said he didn't feel the deputy mayor, no matter who it is, deserved a pay rise.

"I don't believe that the deputy mayor job is that much more critical than any other councillor," he said, save for when the mayor is absent. He turned to the current deputy mayor, John Gemmell, and jokingly said, "You can hit me if you want."

Coun. Jim Graff reiterated his frustration that

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"This all should have been done in the first three months of the fourth year of this council," Graff said.

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The deputy mayor's pay will rise to $19,089.09 from $15,215.57 in 2019 (with cost-of-living taking into account), while the mayor's salary goes to $29,289.54 from $26,083.84 (again, with cost-of-living and accounting for the CRA changes). As for councillors, their pay goes to $15,864.74 in 2019 from $14,128.75 in 2018 (with cost-of-living and accounting for the CRA changes.)

Tempest in a teapot "This council falls behind every year with the other municipalities," said Fenik in defending the changes to how council is paid. As for the deputy mayor position, he felt it was "drastically underpaid for the work that is being done," and said that that position should be even better compensated, "not just this one little bump."

In discussing the expense account open to councillors, Coun.

Riq Turner noted that "most of those dollars do not get used every year," he said. "I never get close to using all of that money.

It's not like if you don't use it all by the end of the year you get to keep it."

In fact, when averaged out, taking the amount of working hours into account compared to what they receive in pay, Turner said that amount is "less than what a lot of people in the town make on their own." Besides, "these are small numbers," said Turner. "It's a tempest in a teapot."

Boldt agreed that, like Turner, "I have rarely ever come close to spending" his allowable amount.

Brown agreed with Turner's assessment about averaging out councillor pay, saying that "it's probably less than minimum wage."

Gemmell said every time the matter of council pay comes up around the table, "we are almost embarrassed on this. We shouldn't (be)," he said. "We earn what we work for."

Graff commended Gemmell when he "very graciously refused to take the full amount," of a proposed pay increase several years ago.

While thanking Graff for his commendation, Gemmell pointed out that "that was my choice then," and that his current vote was for the future council, which he would not be a part of.

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a great job; our guest speakers really motivate the students," Peters said.

"The last few years, I felt like we needed to look at something bigger, and that's how this came about."

With the student population decreasing - the school was around 900 at its highest, and now is about 400 students - it's getting harder to raise funds like they have in the past.

Trevor Choffe, the fire chief in Perth, is going with Peters as his "support crew."

"Last year they had 141 people registered; there is a group that does the trek itself. It's a full on marathon, 42 kilometres."

Peters said he has run marathons before; it's the altitude that will be a challenge.

"I'm reading a book on breathing - trying to work on duplicating higher altitude breathing," he said, as he needs to reduce the amount of oxygen he needs to accomplish this marathon.

"There is 12 days of trekking and acclimatization.

It's a designed itinerary to get to base camp. There are

designated spots to get to, assuming weather and everything co-operates," Peters explained.

His leave of absence through the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario was contingent upon Peters' progress reports during his trek.

"We're going to promote Relay for Life," he said. "I'm not sure how often I'll be able to get online, but the idea is to have a daily blog."

The school's Relay event will be held May 10, 2019, and then he will leave soon after to hit the Mount Everest challenge.

"We are trying to attract more participation from Grade 7/8 students," he said.

He said he wants to appreciate being healthy, "and to be able to take on the challenge. That's the reminder I get every year at Relay, how fortunate I am, how we all are, to do something like this."

Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon is an international high altitude adventure sports event held from Mt. Everest Base Camp, criss-crossing the high Sherpa trails of Khumbu valley on May 29 every year.

This event celebrates the historical ascent on Mt. Everest by late Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Sir Edmund Hillary on May 29, 1953.

Runners from around the world can take part in such categories as the 60kilometre extreme ultra, 42-kilometre full marathon or the 21-kilometre half marathon.

To support Peters in his journey, you can make a donation to his GoFundMe page (until his Relay for Life page is set up, at which time he will transfer donations to the Cancer Society page). On the fundraising page, Peters has a goal of $10,000 - but that's not for his trip, it's an amount he wants to raise for the Cancer Society.

He's paying his own way to Nepal.

"The ultimate goal of this would be to get every student at St. John to participate in Relay for Life," he said. "Now that we do it as a day time event, it allows kids who want to participate throughout the day, that opportunity to do so."

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Peacefully after a lengthy illness at Lanark Lodge Perth with family by her side on Wednesday November 21, 2018.

Maureen Julianne Hagan of Westport. Dear wife of the late Harold Hagan.

Beloved mother of Karen (Larry) Phillips, Christopher Hagan and David Hagan. Sisterin-law of Arla Young and Eileen Studd-Young.

Predeceased by parents Victor Young and Evelyn (McLean) and by siblings Lorraine (Edward) Peaire, Eugene Young, Bert Young and David (Sue) Young. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends were received at Lyons Funeral Home, Westport on Sunday November 25, 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral Mass was celebrated Monday 11:00 AM at St. Edwards Church, Westport.

Interment: St. Edwards Cemetery, Westport.

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(Nana, Mum), died peacefully in Victoria General Hospital November 7th, 2018 at the age of 93. Joan was admitted the day before, after a fall in her beloved home at Jeskin Aerie Assisted Living. Left with a fractured pelvis the doctor felt would heal in time, her death was unexpected and likely from cardiac arrest.

Surrounded by family just hours before she passed on, Joan shared many stories from days gone by in her typical cheerful manner.

Joan often expressed gratitude for living a long and happy life with few regrets. In those last few hours she focused on family and reminded us to “never forget to cross your t’s and dot your i’s.” She had no unfinished business. Born October 14th, 1925 in Duncan BC, Joan grew up mostly in Victoria. One night in 1947, at the Roller Bowl in Victoria, she met a young sailor from Royal Roads.

Three months later, at age 22, she married Stanley Mitchell and soon afterwards Joan and her sailor moved to Halifax NS, to begin raising a family. Joan was the quintessential Navy Wife: ready, steady, resourceful, loving and strong willed. She had to be: raising 3 boys and a girl, much of the time alone while Stanley was at sea. The family lived in Halifax, Ottawa, Victoria and Burlington. In retirement Stan and Joan lived at their Otty Lake cottage, Mission Texas, Saudi Arabia and Victoria. The two of them were warmly social and made many friends everywhere they went.

Joan/Mum/Nana was predeceased by Stanley in 2005 and youngest son Bryan in 2011. She is survived by children: Rodney (Heidi), Bruce, Robyn (Gary), grandchildren: Victoria (Steven), Heather (David), Kathleen (Shayne), William (Allyce), great Grandchildren James and Chloe, sisters-in-law Evelyn and Audrey and nieces: Leslie, Joy, Debbie, Tracey, Nancy, Erica and Ingrid. The family offers heartfelt thanks to the staff and residents of Jesken Aerie for the warm friendship and nurturing care that enriched Joan’s last years.

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It’s with great sadness to announce the passing of Angela Teresa Buker. Born in Perth on April 06, 1962 and passed away with family by her side on November 13, 2018.

Mother of Amanda Buker (Steven), Justin Heney (Alex), and Alanna Heney. Dear daughter of Marg Jarvis (Keith), and Ron Buker. Sister of Rose Birch (Dan), and Alan Buker. Loving grandmother of ten beautiful grandchildren whom she loved so much. She will also be missed by her aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.

As per Angela’s wishes cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life was held at the Farrell Hall in Perth on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at 1:00pm. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home.

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McNamee Michael

McClinton, Joy

Peacefully at The Grove Nursing Home, Arnprior on Sunday evening, November 18th, 2018 at the age of 79 years. Beloved wife of the late Mel McClinton (2013). Joy is survived by her son, Jeff; 2 brothers: Garry Fitzpatrick (Pauline) and Bruce Fitzpatrick (late Gisele) as well as several nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by her parents: Henry and Hazel Fitzpatrick; a son, Stephen; brother, Lyle Fitzpatrick and sister, June Fitzpatrick.

Visitation took place at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Friday evening, November 23rd from 5 to 6:45 p.m. and where a Funeral Service was conducted in the Pilon Family Chapel at 7 o’clock. Cremation followed with interment at the Albert Street Cemetery in Arnprior in the Spring of 2019.

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It is with heartbreaking relief that we announce that Michael died at home, in Perth, Ontario, on Sunday, November 18th, after his nearly three year fight with cancer, at the age of 62 years. He was with his lovely wife and partner, Vance. Michael was the adored son of Mary and the late Pete McNamee and loving and proud stepfather of Trail, Maya (Rich), Ethan (Natalie), and Daniel (Kim). He was the older brother to sisters Mary Anne (Dean) Nicholson; Diane (Rob) Corbett; Patti Lyn (Paul) Cheesman, Lisa (Liz) Adams and the late Janis McNamee. He was a cool uncle, funny and loyal friend, caring nurse, and awesome self-taught musician who was loved and respected by all whose lives he touched. Vance wishes to especially thank Bayshore Home Health, Michael’s amazing mom and sisters, his wonderful cousins and the entire McNamee family, her spiritual family at St David’s Austin, Stewart Blair for his personal attention, her beautiful children and their partners, and everyone who has messaged them these past few months. As per Michael’s wishes, there will be no service.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Community Home Support Lanark County at www.chslc.ca. Thank you all for your thoughts and memories of Michael. Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. West, Perth.

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Stewart, Charles (Chuck) Russell

HEBERT, William Lawrence “Larry”

December 16, 1939 - November 21, 2018 (Retired Canada Post) Past Grand Knight of Third Degree Knights of Columbus, Council 2082, Arnprior and member of Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus, Canadian Martyrs Assembly 1597, Renfrew. Larry passed away at the Arnprior Hospital with loved ones by his side on Wednesday afternoon, November 21, 2018 at the age of 78 years. Larry became a 3rd degree member of the Knights of Columbus in 1964 and a 4th degree in 1973. He retired from Canada Post in 1999 after 28 years service. Born and raised in Renfrew. Son of the late William Lawrence “Billy” Hebert (1977) and the late Maggie Louise “Peggy” Ritchie (1995). Beloved husband of Joan Nancy (nee Laderoute) for over 51 years. Father of Pamela Zervos (Gerry) of Toronto and Daniel Hebert (Laurie) of Arnprior. Grandfather of Emma and Hannah Zervos and Matthew and Christopher Hebert. Brother of Sr. Barbara Hebert CSC of the Holy Cross Order of Ottawa. Brother in law of the late Linda Lee (2017). Brother in law of Edward Lee of Renfrew. Uncle of Brenda, John and Janice Lee. Friends called at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Monday morning from 9:15 to 10:15. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in St. John Chrysostom Church, 295 Albert Street, Arnprior on Monday morning, November 26th at 11 o’clock.

Cremation followed with interment at the Malloch Road Cemetery, Arnprior. Luncheon took place in the Parish Hall immediately following Mass. Members of the 3rd and 4th Degree Knights of Columbus assembled at the funeral home for prayers on Sunday afternoon at 4 o’clock.

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QUINN, Doreen Margaret Jessica

(nee Dashney/Fisher) 1929-2018 Peacefully at St. Patrick’s Home on Saturday morning, November 17, 2018. Beloved wife of Ronald Quinn for 49 years. Predeceased by her parents: Morley Dashney, Jessica Chisholm and Mina Burns; brothers, Gerry Dashney and Bob Fisher and her sister, Mabel DaPrato. Doreen is survived by cousins and nieces. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in Canadian Martyrs Church, 100 Main Street, Ottawa on Wednesday morning, November 21st at 11:30 a.m. Visitation took place at the Church from 10:30 to Mass time. Interment followed at Capital Memorial Gardens, Ottawa.

Special thanks to the staff at St. Patrick’s Home and Colonel By Retirement Home for the loving care shown to Doreen. In memory of Doreen, please consider a donation to the Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County or Canadian Martyrs Church, Ottawa.

Entrusted to the professional care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior.

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Charles (Chuck) Russell Stewart, passed away in Perth, Ontario at the age of 81 years on Thursday, November 22nd, 2018 at home in his bed with his family by his side. Chuck overcame heart disease, cancer, and pulmonary fibrosis. He leaves behind his wife of 47 years, Nina. He was an outstanding father to Chuck and Mark (Kari), Poppa to Priya and Lincoln, brother-in-law to John (Sharron) Celestini and Irv Reilly. Born in Galt, Ontario, March 25th, 1937 to Margaret Schumacher and Charles Stewart. Step son to Reg Coughlin and step brother to Bea Pagnan (Nat). Chuck attained a B.A. Arts, B.A. Philosophy and Masters Correctional Counselling; he retired following a career dedicated to Provincial Corrections (probation/parole), Provincial Corrections Staff training and development, and Superintendent of the Perth Jail. His hobbies were many including photography, golf, tennis, skiing, cottaging, travel, woodworking and poker. He will be sadly missed by all his family and many very good friends. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W., Perth on Sunday November 25th, 2018 from 12 Noon until 4:00 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated in St. Johns Church, Perth on Monday at 11:00 A.M. The interment was in St. Johns Parish Cemetery. A reception followed the funeral in Farrell Hall, Perth. In honour of Chuck’s life, those wishing are asked to consider memorial donations to the Lanark County Cancer Society (Wheels of Hope Program) or the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation.

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BOURNE JEAN Peacefully in Fairview Manor, Almonte surrounded by the love of her family on Sunday morning, Nov. 18, 2018.

Jean Bourne (nee: Daneliak) of Almonte, age 82 years.

Dearly loved wife of Calvin Bourne for 60 years.

Cherished mother of Michael (Christine Beauregard), Joyce Roche (Richard), Kimmberlyann Bernique (Donald) & Tammy Reid (Thomas).

Sister to Nicholas, Johnny, Peter & William Daneliak. Loved granny of 11 grandchildren & 8 great grandchildren. Predeceased by her great granddaughter, Hanna.

Friends are invited to join Jean’s family for a Service in the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL 127 Church Street, Almonte, Ont. (613)256-3313 on Thursday, Nov. 22 for Service at 11 AM. Entombment St. Paul’s Anglican Cemetery.

Reception to follow. For those who may choose to honour Jean with a memorial donation, please consider the Lanark County Alzheimer’s Society Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

Trelly, Cheryl (nee Conroy)

Cheryl passed away peacefully at the age of 51 years on Thursday, October 4th, 2018 at her home in Ortonville Michigan following a long courageous battle with cancer with her husband David and family friend Jan Hall by her side. She was the beloved wife of David Trelly, stepmom of Brittany Trelly, daughter-in-law of the late Millie Trelly of Rochester, New York, dearly loved daughter of Lyle (late June) Conroy of Perth and cherished sister of Tracey Conroy (Blake Inwood).

Cremation has taken place.

Sophie their Golden Retriever dog and their cats were the love of her life. Cheryl attended Public and High School in Perth.

Following this education, she attended Algonquin College in Ottawa and then accepted employment as a Hairdresser in Brockville where she was employed for 18 years. On October 13, 2001 she married David Trelly of Honeoye Falls, NY. In 2013 they moved to Michigan.

After moving to Michigan David & Cheryl spent many enjoyable weekends on the “Margaritiville” when the weather was good plying the waters of Lake St. Clair. Her love of Figure Skating started in Perth at the age of 8 and continued until she accepted employment in Brockville. While there she completed all Dances up to and including Gold Dances.

During this time, she also taught young skaters. She continued as Skating Pro in Honeoye Falls and in Michigan. When her cancer weakened her for teaching, she attended schooling and was appointed a U S Silver Dance Test Judge in November 2017.

She was highly respected wherever she went as one with a great smile and laughter and such a spirit for life. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

David, Lyle, Tracey and Blake wish to thank all of those who expressed condolences on both sides of the border of United States and Canada and contributed to the Cancer Society of Lanark County (Wheels of Hope).

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Millar, Marjorie

(1919 - 2018) Peacefully November 21, 2018 in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late Blake Millar.

Survived by her daughter Lynn (the late Ron).

Predeceased by her sons Jamie and Wayne. Survived by her brother Morris (Lois) and sister Eileen (Don).

Predeceased by brothers Willis (the late Shirley) and Jimmy (the late Brenda). She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren.

Will fondly be remembered by Richard and Marian Fitzgibbons and Heather and Emerson Kinkaid. Friends may pay respects at C.R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc., 127 Church St., Almonte, ON. (613-256-3313) on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 from 12 pm to 2pm for a visitation and reception.

A Celebration of life will follow in the chapel at 2pm. Interment in Cedar Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. A special thanks to Dr. Kiskis and all the people who worked and cared for Marjorie at the Arnprior Villa.

Funeral Arrangements Entrusted Into The Care Of C.R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc. (127 Church St., Almonte, ON. 613-256-3313) Condolences and tributes : www.crgamble.com

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BEVERLY LLOYD JOHN March 25, 1944 November 19, 2018 Died peacefully at Providence Care Hospital, Kingston, Ontario with family present. A proud graduate of Royal Military College (1967) and Dalhousie University (MBA 1971), Lloyd was a consummate professional, a wise and unassuming man of great integrity and a true gentleman. He had a successful career in economic development with federal, provincial, and municipal governments, private sector, and as an independent consultant. Lloyd served on many boards and committees, was past president of the RMC Foundation, and a former Canadian Handball Champion. He read voraciously, was a talented artist, an enthusiastic hockey player for sixty years, loved nature and was happiest when paddling his red canoe. Above all, he was the devoted, and dearly loved husband of Mary (Jordan) for fifty-one years, best ever dad to Tara (Steve Vanneste), Jennifer (Doug Podmore) and Mark (Kezia Williamson), adoring grandpa of Tyler, Madeline, Caitlin, Liam, Evan, Elliott, Wynn and Rose. Lloyd is also survived by his sisters Laura (Gordon Heimbecker) and Leslie (Gary Wain), and will be fondly remembered by Donna and Don Banham, Barbara Jordan and Allan Morrison, Valerie and Paul Gowsell, Trish and Jon Allen, Helen and Mike Lynch, and by many nieces, nephews, and friends.

He was predeceased by his parents Lloyd and Catherine Beverly, sister Lorraine and nephew Christopher.

Cremation has taken place, and there will be no visitation or funeral service. A celebration of Lloyd’s life will be held at a later date. Donations to the Alzheimer Society of KFL&A Unit #4 - 400 Elliot Avenue Kingston, Ontario K7M 6M9 would be appreciated by his family.

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Rathwell, Dorothy Mae

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MAGILL, Barbara Ann

Of Smiths Falls, passed away peacefully at Lanark Lodge in her 75th year. Loving daughter of the late Andie & Lily Magill. Cherished niece of Iris Hogan and cousin to Donna (the late Bill) Brown, Rick and Doris Magill, Keith and Ken Martinson, and Shirley Day. A funeral service for Barbara has been held.

Memorial donations in memory of Barbara can be made to Lanark Lodge. Online condolences can be made at www.lannin.ca

MacNilage, Lois Elizabeth (nee Hutchins)

Lois passed away at the Bayfield Manor, Kemptville on Friday November 23, 2018 at the age of 86 years.

Beloved wife of the late Ray MacNilage. Loving mother of Lynden Connor MacNilage (Anne Bates).

Cherished grandmother of Michael, Amanda and Catherine MacNilage. Predeceased by her parents Fred and Luella Hutchins (nee Davis); sisters, Reta Lackie (Lorne) and Ruby McNeilly and brother, William Hutchins (Elizabeth Hough). Survived by nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to visit the Kemptville Chapel of Hulse Playfair & McGarry, 805 Prescott Street, Kemptville on Thursday, November 29, 2018 from 1 pm to 2 pm. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel at 2 pm. Interment at South Gower Cemetery in Spring. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Bayfield Manor.

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Jack, Karen Lee (nee McGovern)

LEWIS, NEIL A.

Life long farmer in Ashton At the Carleton Place Hospital on Tuesday, November 20, 2018, at the age of 86. Loving husband of Betty for almost 60 years. Dear father of Steven (Brenda). Proud grandfather of Lyndsey, Kaitlyn (Mark Foster), Kendra (Chris Stoddard) and Krista. Great-grandfather of Avaleigh, Mason, Garrett, Jaelynn, Kallie and Kinsley. Friends visited the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Sunday, November 25, 2018 from 12 noon until time of the service in the chapel at 2:00 p.m. Inurnment at Dewar Cemetery. For those who wish, a donation to CHEO would be appreciated by the family.

HOLMES, Bruce Charles

Of Merrickville, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2018, at 67 years of age. Bruce, devoted husband of Claudette Hart. Loving son of the late Dale and Madeline Holmes.

Cherished father to Tyler (Jackie) Holmes of Brockville, and Ryan Holmes of Brockville.

Proud Grandpa of Aya Holmes. Brother to Randal (Gina) Holmes of Ottawa, and Holly (Mark) Brazeau of Curtis. Bruce will also be lovingly remembered by his many nephews, nieces, friends, and his loving lapdog Chloe.

Cremation has been entrusted to Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls. A Celebration of Bruce’s Life was held at the Smiths Falls Heritage Museum, 11 Old Slys Road, Smiths Falls on Saturday, November 24, 2018 from 2:00pm-4:00pm. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Mental Health Research Canada would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences can be made at www.lannin.ca.

Karen Lee, 65, passed away on November 23, 2018 in Kemptville, Ontario after a courageous battle with cancer.

Endlessly remembered by her children Amanda Jack, Michael Jack and Joshua Jack (Natasha Peer) and their father Lawrence Jack. Cherished Daughter of Odell (Jenkins) McGovern and the late Archibald Duncan McGovern. Beloved sister of David, Deborah and the late Paul McGovern. Mema will be forever missed by her grandkids Ethan, Logan, Jackson and Big D (Duncan). They will never doubt how much she loved them.

Friends and Family may pay their respects at a Memorial Reception held at the Kemptville Chapel Reception Centre of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 805 Prescott Street, Kemptville on Monday December 3, 2018 from 1 pm to 3 pm. Memorial donations may to the Big Sky Ranch, 810 Pelton Rd, Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0 would be appreciated.

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Skull, Benjamin (Ben)

Peacefully at his residence on Wednesday November 21st, 2018.

Benjamin Skull age 88 years of Jasper. Beloved husband of the late Iris Skull (nee Simey). Dear father of James Skull (Tammie) of Chantry, Barb Stevens (Arnold) of Jasper, David Skull (Rosetta) of Fort McMurray, Alberta, Don Morrison (Sharon) of Frankville and Gary Morrison (Monika) of Camrose, Alberta.

Predeceased by a son Randy Skull of Jasper.

Ben is also survived by several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-greatgrandchildren. Brother of Moe Skull of England.

Predeceased by 2 brothers and 2 sisters, Derek, Fred, Audrey and Eileen all of England. Ben is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, and one sister-in-law, Joan Skull of England. A Celebration of Life will be held at Easton’s Corners United Church, on Saturday December 1st, 2018 at 11 a.m. In memoriams to the Alzheimer’s Society or The Parkinson Society will be gratefully acknowledged by the family. Visit a Book of Memories at www.judsonfuneralhome.ca Judson Funeral Home 613-924-2626

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MYERS - In loving memory of Scott Joseph George, who passed away January 14, 1998 and Barbara Jean, who passed away December 4, 2012.

Softly the leaves of memory fall, Greatly we gather and treasure them all.

It broke our hearts to lose you, The day God called our oved ones home.

Our family chain is broken, And nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, Our chain will link again.

Lovingly remembered The Myers and McDougall families

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Pennett, John Louis

1941 - 2018 John passed away peacefully at the Perth hospital on Sunday November 18th, 2018 at the age of 77 years.

He was the loved husband of Reitha (Reynolds) Pennett.

John was predeceased by his parents James and Eleanor (McKittrick) Pennett and his precious daughter Colleen Marie. He will be sadly missed by his brother Jim (Carol) of Port Perry and his sister Mary of Ottawa, nephew Stephen and friends. The family wishes to thank Dr. Taylor, all the nurses and student nurse in emergency and all the kind and caring nurses of the ICU. Thanks to Father McNally and special thanks to Pat Carroll who was so very good to us and all our neighbours for being so helpful and kind. In remembrance of John, the family wishes everyone to pass forward an act of kindness as so many were passed to them over the past years. Service’s for John will be private and held at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son, 15 Gore St. W. Perth, Ontario.

Doris Mitchell 1942 - 2009 We your family miss you In the house where you used to be We wanted so much to keep you But God willed it not to be Now you are in God’s keeping You suffer no more pain So dear God take care of her Until we meet again Love Frank, Randy, Chantele, Morgan and Jake

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July 21st, 1930 November 19th, 2018 Peacefully at Lanark Lodge, Perth, on Monday, November 19th, 2018 Dorothy Mae Rathwell at the age of 88 years.

Beloved daughter of the late Austin and Bessie Conboy. Cherished wife of the late Robert Rathwell. Dearly loved mother to Donna (John) Brady, David (Megan) Rathwell, Judy (Bill) Brady and the late Ken Rathwell. Cherished grandmother of Amanda (Ian) Tyler, Jonathan Brady (Molly Grocock), Jacob (Crystal) Brady, Emily Brady (Lucas McVeigh), Melissa (Brock) VanAlstine, Patrick (Teyla) Brady, Stacey Rathwell (Ryan Hogan), Kelly Rathwell (Lucas Norwood), Scott Rathwell, Matthew Brady (Nicole Hasler) and Andrew Brady (Michelle Eves). Very special great-grandmother to eight great granddaughters and five great-grandsons.

Sister to Marion (Desmond) Taylor, David (Donna) Conboy and sister-in-law to Gloria (Gerry) Furlong and Betty Andrews. Aunt to Mark (Tracey) Furlong, Linda (Harry) Hester, Wendy Fortin and Jeff Conboy. Dorothy will be sadly missed by her family and many close friends. Friends are welcome to pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. West, Perth on Wednesday, November 21st, 2018 from 2:30 to 4:30 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service will be held in Asbury Free Methodist Church on Thursday at 10:30 A.M. Interment Elmwood Cemetery followed by a reception in the church hall. In memory of Dorothy, donations to the Alzheimer Society of Lanark, Leeds, Grenville or Wheels of Hope Program (Perth Chapter of Canadian Cancer Society) would be appreciated.

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COYLES - In loving memory of a dear son, Michael who passed away November 29, 2014.

One gift above all others, God gives to us to treasure, One that knows no time, or place, And one gold cannot measure.

The precious, poignant tender gift, Of memory, that will keep, Our dear ones ever in our hearts, Although God gives them sleep.

BARNETT, Janice - In loving memory of a dear sister who passed away November 22, 2007.

If roses grow in Heaven Lord, Please pick a bunch for us, Place them in my sister’s arms, And tell her they’re from us.

Tell her that we love and miss her, And when she turns to smile, Place a kiss upon her cheek, And hold her for awhile.

Because remembering her is easy, We do it every day, But there’s an ache within our hearts, Because we are missing her today.

Miss You Always Linda, Art Greg, Tara Sherry, Adam Gage

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It brings back long remembered things, A song, a word, a smile, And our world’s a better place because, We had them - for a while.

Forever loved and missed, Mom IN MEMORIAM

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DIRTUE, Marie - November 22, 1988 Sadly missed along life’s way, Quietly remembered every day.

No longer in our life to share, But in our hearts you’re always there.

Remembered by Betty, Emma, Esther, Maxine and families.

SPROULE, Thomas (Floyd) November 29, 2016 In loving memory of a dear father and pops. Missing you dad.

You never said I’m leaving, You never said goodbye, You were gone before we knew it, And only God knows why.

In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still, In my heart I hold a special place, That only you can fill.

Jackie, Garry, Tamara & Shawn

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KERR, Margaret (nee McKenna) - In loving memory of my dear partner who passed away November 27, 2017.

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

For those I love don’t go away.

They walk beside me every day.

Unseen and unheard, but always near, So loved, so missed and so very dear.

Forever in my heart Darlene

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IN MEMORIAM

Lee-Ann Taylor November 29, 2017 No one knows how much we miss you.

No one knows the bitter pain we have suffered since we lost you Life has never been the same.

In our hearts your memory lingers, sweetly tender, fond and true.

There is not a day, dear daughter, that we do not think of you.

Love always, Mom and Dad

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Lee-Ann Taylor November 29, 2017 Today recalls the memory of a loved one gone to rest.

Those who think of her today are those who loved her best.

The flowers we lay upon her grave may wither and decay, But the love for her who lies beneath will never fade away.

Forever in our hearts, love Patrick, Helena, Breanna and Abigail

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Heather Cavanagh August 31st 1946 - November 26th 1993 Mom, we still see your face before us Your voice we long to hear We miss and love you dearly God knows, we wish you were here.

25 years have come and gone already.

It seems like yesterday That the good Lord took you away from us and eased your pain.

Miss you Always and Forever.

Love: Michael, Delmer and Family

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CARLEY, Geraldine August 8, 1920 - November 20, 2013 The Glue - the Rock Our Sunshine The Carley’s

who passed away one year ago on November 26, 2017.

“Love you more” Our lives go on without you But nothing is the same We have to hide our heartache When someone speaks your name Sad are the hearts that love you Silent are the tears that fall Living without you is the hardest part of all You did so many things for us Your heart was so kind and true And when we needed someone We could always count on you The special years will not return When we are all together But with the love in our hearts You walk with us forever.

Loved and sadly missed by your loving husband Gilbert Johnston Family Hammond Family MacMillan Family oxoxox

Kyle Simpson February 5, 1990 – November 28, 2009 It doesn’t need a special day, To bring you to mind, For days without a thought of you, Are very hard to find.

Love Always Dad and Mom Trudi, Amy, Krista and Nathaniel (son)

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Coyles In loving memory of our dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle, Michael, who passed away on November 29, 2014.

You’re not forgotten brother dear, Nor ever shall you be.

As long as life and memory last We shall remember thee.

Loved and Always Remembered The Coyles Family JACQUES - Raymond Jr. In loving memory of our nephew and cousin who passed away November 26, 1988.

Thirty years ago today, You were taken away.

J and R Company could of been our plan, If Jacques can’t fix it nobody can.

Sadly missed Aunt Linda Jo, Jo

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PITTMAN, Ellwood - In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who passed away November 12, 2012.

A special smile, a special face, And in our hearts, a special place.

No words we speak can ever say, How much we miss you every day.

So loved and missed Your loving wife, Hilda Lisa, Angie and family

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TUIJTEL, Lynda – In loving memory of a dear wife and mother, who passed away on December 2, 2012.

Gone are the days we used to share But in our hearts you’re always there Never more than a thought away Loved and remembered every day.

Mising you always Loving you forever Peter Christopher, Catherine Andrew, Ani, Hendrick

Eric Gordon Shea February 14, 1985 – November 30, 2010 Now one hundred years have passed, or so it seems.

And in our thoughts, in our hearts, even in our dreams, Our unfailing love for you still grows.

Yet our hearts still ache, and our tears still flow.

And on this day, your Angel-versary, With family and friends, we celebrate your history.

Strength, courage, and humour, to name a few Are just some of the words that remind us of you.

And in our yard, a beautiful garden grows ablaze In memory of you, full of colour and sweet bouquets.

And to you we will stay true, strong and brave, For you have shown us the way.

Missing you Love, Mom, Dad and Ian

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Strong customer base and supply chain. Excellent return, turnkey. Reply with name and phone number damheshandy@gmail.com Stihl chain saw, Super 029, original owner in very good condition.

Asking $250.00. 4 snowtires on rims bought for Toyota Highlander, never used, tires Yokohama Ice Guard 22570R x 16, 85% tread, rims are new, $500.00. Call Bill Stilwell 613-272-3314.

FIREWOOD 14” & 16” hardwood cut last year, stored indoors.

Call 613-257-5095 for details.

Fresh boughs & wreaths

Charlie Brown Christmas Tree Farm

15839 Hwy 7 East Perth 9-4

Seven days a week

SPRUCE, PINE AND FIR

Cut your own/pre-cut

613-264-8143

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Watch signs Open for Dec. 1 Weekdays 1-5 Weekends 9-5 Weekdays 1-5 613-802-2314 Weekends 9-5 613-802-2314

Adding warmth to your life for over 25 years. Cut, split or log lengths. Delivered or picked up. Phone Greg Knops cell: 613-340-1045 613-658-3358 after 7pm For sale, dry firewood, hardwood, cut, split & piled to dry for 1 1/2-2yrs. and stored in shed. Phone Erwin Cavanagh, 613-267-5111.

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

613-267-5772

LOTS/LAND/ ACREAGE

FITNESS & HEALTH MOBILE NAIL Care Mani/Pedi/Foot-Hand Massages Professional Certified Esthetician Mobilenailcare@google.ca 613-227-0701

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

FOR RENT

COMMERCIAL RENT

1 Room for rent, 42 Church St West, Smiths Falls, full-time working quiet person, all inclusive, $120/wk. 613-812-2400.

HALL RENTAL HANLEY HALL

2 bedroom large apartment with fridge, stove, heat, hydro, water, laundry & parking included.

Smiths Falls, $1,000/mnth.

Call Perry 613-284-4191.

Corner of McGill & William Sts. Smiths Falls Air conditioned Handicap accessible

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3 bedroom home, HOUSES FOR SALE Smiths Falls, 3 bathrooms, garage, heat, hydro, water, parking JASPER BIG spacious included. $1650/mnth. 12 room fixer upper MUNRO’S ARCHERY, all Call Perry 613-284-4191. home on huge partly treed acre+ lot. Emple accessories are half price. Bows - 25% off, Carleton Place, available room to build garage, for Recurves, Compound Jan 1, 1 bedroom apt, gr amazing price of $111, 900 OBO. Call Gerry and cross bows - no tax. fl, $850/mnth plus H u d s o n : 103 Moore St. Carleton utilities (gas heat), 1-613-449-1668. Sales Place, 613-257-5173. includeds fridge/stove. Representative of Remax Almonte, Newly Riverview Realty Ltd. renovated, freshly Brokerage.

WANTED painted, private room, on fl, private Wanted - furnace oil, will ground small HOME/PROPERTIES remove tank if possible. bathroom, kitchenette, includes Call 613-479-2870.

WANTED fridge, microwave, basic cable/internet, utilities, Wanted for scrap: cars, free in-house laundry Looking For Waterfront trucks, vans and applianc- facility. Available Dec Lot: 1+ acre lot on Lake in es. Phone 613-551-6698.

1-7. $625/month. Inside/ Mississippi outside storage available. Carleton Place or Beckwith VEHICLES email Craig at to build home. Please Stephanie info@countycabs.com or contact 613-915-3949 or ‘08 Mazda 3, auto, call 613-253-7777. stephanie@stonefieldswed 250,000Km highway, dings.com. grey, new struts and Colonel By Luxury adult brakes, new snows on apartments. Close to County Fair Mall in rims, no rust, certified, BUYER WAITING for $2950 obo. Smiths Falls. Air condi- hobby farm any size soltioning, exercise room, 613-259-2959 id 3-4 bedroom home party room, library and for cash. Soon or spring elevator. 613-283-9650. time. Call Gerry Hudson: Wanted: Classic & Vintage 1-613-449-1668. Sales cars & trucks. Please call FOR RENT: Perth Representative of Remax Mark 613-360-2699.

Renovated 1 Bdrm Apt Riverview Realty Ltd. Avail Dec 1. Clean, se- Brokerage.

FARM cure building.

Nonsmoker. $900/Month + HAY, ROUND and hydro call 613-203-4559 CALL ME for best cash square bales. or email 30mather- price for land, small farm or country home, in 613-258-3566 perth@gmail.com Smith Falls or Perth Call Gerry Hudson: TOM’S CUSTOM Perth, Bachelor apart- area. ment. Centrally located. 1-613-449-1668. Sales AIRLESS PAINTING Representative of Remax Newly renovated.

Specializing in roof $600/mnth 613-267-2687. Riverview Realty Ltd. barn & aluminum/ Brokerage. vinyl siding painting Perth Area, short term, 1 *30 years experience. bedroom private, fully fur- MY CLIENT is looking *Screw nailing and nished suite, no smoking for a clean solid three roof repairs. or pets. Suitable for senior bedroom home in or or professional. Utilities, near Smith’s Falls or Insured and Bonded wifi, covered parking, sat- Perth area, for under Free Estimates ellite t.v. included. $400,000 cash. Call Ger(613)283-8475 $850/mnth 613-326-0366. ry Hudson: 1-613-449-1668. Sales William Street East, Representative of Remax LIVESTOCK Smiths Falls, 2 bedroom, Riverview Realty Ltd. 2nd fl apartment, very well Brokerage.

Wanted to buy, horses, maintained, clean, parking, colts and ponies, all types. utilities extra, available im$825/mnth CLEANING / JANITORIAL Contact Bob Perkins at mediately, 613-283-1697 613-342-6030.

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2 lots for sale BrItoN HoUGHtoN BaY roaD ONE LOT $24,000 ONE LOT $30,000 HYDRO AVAILABLE 613-284-6192

HOME/PROPERTIES WANTED SMITH FALLS; classy newly listed brick 4 bedroom spacious home, 2 baths hardwood, office or granny suite. Attached 2 car garage, above ground pool $323,900.00 MLS. Call Gerry Hudson: 1-613-449-1668. Sales Representative of Remax Riverview Realty Ltd. Brokerage.

PROPERTY WANTED. My client buys all types of property in need of repair and renovation for cash. Call Gerry Hudson: 1-613-449-1668.

Sales Representative of Remax Riverview Realty Ltd. Brokerage.

LEGAL NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the estate of Edmond Armond Chenard, late of the Town of Perth in the County of Lanark, who died on or about the 25th day of October, 2018, must be filed with the undersigned Estate Trustee on or before the 5th day of January, 2019; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed.

DATED at Perth this 15th day of November, 2018.

Muriel Chenard, Estate Trustee, by her Solicitors, BARKER WILLSON PROFFESIONAL CORPORATION, 31 Foster Street, Perth, ON K7H 1R8 Attn: Craig Halpenny 613-267-2800

PERSONAL Alcoholics Anonymous 613-284-2696.

Are you concerned about someone’s drinking?

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

Call 613-284-6100, 256-7291, 272-3105, 203-3713, 826-2566, 283-3920.

Looking for retired doctor or nurse who cares about older people.

Need s o m e o n e .

613-284-0686 Overeaters Anonymous 613-264-5158

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

613-899-7269.

A Small Job or More.

Renovations/Repairs.

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

613-858-1390, 613-257-7082.

Eavestrough installation, cleaning, decks, fences, painting, siding, soffits, dump runs, window cleaning, house cleaning, renovations, kitchen and bath. 613-257-8143, 613-264-8143

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

613-250-0290.

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Free estimates • Home Renovations • Plumbing Repairs • Painting/cleanup • Concrete work Doug Morley 257-7177

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General Cleaning and Maintenance To obtain a copy of the statement of work contact Charles Kempt at bettylou.chuck@gmail.com and request a copy.

We thank you for all applications but only those invited to an interview will be contacted.

No telephone inquiries please.

Forward your reply with estimated cost to Trinity United Church, 41 Market Street, Smiths Falls, ON. K7A 4S9. ATTN: Charles Kempt. The closing date for this opportunity is December 6, 2018.

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DECEMBER

Workshops Networking for Career Success

Dec 4 / 2:00-3:00 / Free live webinar / Learn ice breaker questions + more

Smart Serve® in-class certification

Dec 6 / 9:30–2:30 / $25 cash or cheque / Training session + test / Bring a lunch

Shandex Personal Care Mfg. Inc., produces a variety of bar and liquid soaps for the North American market.

Due to expanded production we are in need of: - Packaging Mechanics - Production Employees and Supervisors If you are interested in joining our family please forward your resume to: Email: Cheryl.Moss@shandex.com Shandex Personal Care Manufacturing Inc. 5 Herriott Street Perth, ON K7H 3E5

For over 60 years, Magellan Aerospace, Haley has been producing magnesium and aluminum castings for the aerospace industry.

Located in the heart of the Ottawa Valley west of Renfrew, there is an immediate opening for a:

Product Technician Description: The Product Technician provides oversight to cost control, rework plans, corrective actions, and dispositions on parts assigned to him/her.

Please deliver or send your CVOR and related documents to:

Festive Fridays

sales@classicalliancemotorcoach.com or drop off at 100 Industrial Avenue, Carleton Place, ON K7C 3T2

Dec 7, 14 & 21 / Enjoy complimentary coffee, hot cocoa + treats!

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This position would be ideally suited to individuals with a mechanical background and we encourage Technologists and Technicians to apply.

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Salary commensurate with experience. We provide a comprehensive flex benefit plan along with company paid pension.

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IBS Paper Performance Group operates thirteen facilities globally in the custom design and manufacture of paper machine equipment. Recent worldwide demand has created several exceptional openings at our James Ross Limited Canadian plant:

Reporting to the Director of Community Services, this position provides customer service and administrative support services for the Community Services office/department. Strong customer services skills are required to work with our online scheduling/booking of ice, halls fields, and other municipal facilities.

Here’S WHAT our MACHINISTS GeT You will work with an established solid company in a clean, climate-controlled environment and enjoy a competitive salary ($23 - $27/hour) plus outstanding fringe benefits, health insurance, pension, vacation and holidays. Relocation assistance available if required. In the first instance, e-mail your résumé to: C.W. ArMSTroNG e-mail: hr@jamesross.com 1 877 779-2362 or (613) 498-2290 See our products at www.jamesross.ca (Please pass this opening along to others)

The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary degree in Business Administration or related discipline (equivalent experience and education will be considered) along with excellent writing skills.

Related work experience includes a minimum of three (3) years preferably in a municipal or recreation/ community development.

The Town of Smiths Falls provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. To explore this challenging opportunity further, qualified applicants are invited to submit a confidential cover letter and resume before Friday December 14, 2018, at 12 noon to: Lynda McKimm Human Resources Advisor by email to lmckimm@smithsfalls.ca The Town of Smiths Falls is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Only those under consideration will be contacted. Information is collected for the purpose of job selection under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Should be familiar with streets and surrounding roads. Top of the industry remuneration paid. Excellent supplemental income for semi-retired and retired persons.

Please call Brett

at 613-283-5555.

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If you have a passion for working with various types of machinery and equipment, we want to hear from you. You will operate the industry’s most modern equipment, enjoy variety and release yourself from performing routine tasks.

QuALIfICATIoNS • Machinist Certificate with 2 – 5 Years’ experience and scheduling exposure • Enjoy machining custom and complex parts and equipment with high tolerances • Ability to read job packets and understand complex blueprints • CNC for lathes and milling machines

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The Town of Smiths Falls is a vibrant, progressive single tier municipality with a population of 9,000.

One of Eastern Ontario’s most scenic communities, we are centrally located within an hour of Ottawa, Kingston, Brockville and the US border.

(Brockville, Ontario Plant)

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Access Taxi requires Full and Part-Time drivers for Perth and Smiths Falls

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The Town provides a high quality and affordable life for its residents, with beautiful heritage buildings, a charming downtown, world-class museums and recreational facilities. Enjoy our thriving cultural scene with live music, foodie finds, a local brewery, and dozens of community events – all at the heart of the Rideau Canal, Ontario’s only UNESCO World Heritage site and a gateway to the region’s abundant lakes and waterways.

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Busy Handyman Service looking for Snow-plow Operators and shovelers.

Part-time or could lead to full-time. 613-267-5460.

Candidates must possess: • Post-secondary education in a technical discipline • Drawing interpretation including GD&T • Excellent communication skills • Ability to manage priorities • 4 years of industry experience • Certificated Quality Technician (ASQ) is an asset

Dec 13 / 10:00–11:00 Free workshop

Dec 20 / 10:00–11:30 Free workshop / Bring your old résumé

Group Home in Carleton Place, cook, clean supervised residence, qualifications: CPR, first aide, food handling course, criminal record check, hours are 11am-6pm, weekends only, provide own transportation. For more info call Lisa 613-250-2693.

Qualifications:

Career Exploration

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(WHOLESALER OF PLUMBING, HEATING & DRILLING SUPPLIES)

Requires the following FULL TIME WAREHOUSE WORKER Please remit resumes to: ATTENTION WAREHOUSE MANAGER P.O. BOX 354 PERTH, ONTARIO K7H 3E4 or drop off at: 38 Hwy. 511 (Lanark Road)

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• Permanent full-time employment • Days – Monday to Friday 8 till 5 • Great work environment • Must have Tools

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260 Lombard Street Hwy 15, Smiths Falls Open 9 to 5 7 days a week Mega Indoor Sale, 260 Lombard St. Smiths Falls, December 1st, 8-4pm, antiques, collectibles, household, tools, treasures of every kind.

The Queen’s Crafters and Antique Market, 142 Bridge Street, Carleton Place, 10am-5pm everyday. Vendor’s welcome. 613-253-5333.

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Carrie Hands, CAI, CPPA, Auctioneer & Appraiser Jason Hands, Auctioneer

Counsellor Assistant Qualifications: • DSW, CYW or PSW diploma and/or equivalent with related experience • First-Aid, CPR and CPI certification • Basic computer skills and a valid Ontario Driver’s License Working Conditions: • Availability for shift work, up to 12 hour shifts (days, evenings, nights and weekends) • Direct client care • Work is generally performed in the residence with some support in the community • Light housekeeping Orientation and training provided.

Mail, Fax or E-mail; ATTN: Program Manager Impact Residential Services 396 County Road #25 Oxford Mills, ON K0G 1S0 Fax: 613-258-5594 Email: impactresidentialservices@gmail.com Closing Date: December 1, 2018

PRE CHRISTMAS ONLINE JEWELLERY AUCTION @www.handsauction.com

BIDDING Opens Friday, November 30 @ 9 a.m.

BIDDING CLOSES Thursday, December 6 @ 7 p.m.

PREVIEW is Monday, December 3 from 4 - 6 p.m.

PICK UP Friday, December from 4 - 6 p.m. at Hands Auction Facility, 5501 County Rd 15, Brockville, ON Just in time for your Christmas shopping, bid on Tanzanite, Emeralds, Diamonds, Sapphire, Topaz, Amethyst, Pearls, Designer watches and more.

All applications will be held in strict confidence. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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Eastern Ontario’s Largest Indoor Flea Market 150 booths Open Every Sunday All Year 8am-4pm Hwy. #31 – 2 kms north of 401

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Almonte Civitan Hall Antiques, collectibles, new merchandise, and household goods.

Auctioneer: Frank Burns 613-267-4129 AUCTIONS

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Lombardy Agricultural Hall Wednesday December 12, 2018 * * Auction 12 p.m. * * Viewing 11 a.m.

SHORT NOTICE AUCTION For pictures and listing see www.theauctionhunt.com Payment Terms: Cash or Good Cheque

Owner and Auctioneer not responsible in case of loss or damage.

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To be held at our facility 15093 County Road 18, East of Osnabruck Centre From Hwy 401 take Ingleside Exit #770 Dickinson Drive, travel North approx. 1-1/2km’s to Osnabruck Centre, turn East onto County Road 18 travel 1/2km. Watch for signs!

This auction features a consignment of all new equipment and tarp structures, 2 older tractors, a large quantity of antiques and collectibles, some good modern household effects, and much more!

NOTE: This is our last indoor auction of 2018 and in conjunction to an excellent auction we will also be hosting our Annual Christmas Customer Appreciation day featuring refreshments, prizes and more. Plan to attend. We are also presently booking spring and site Farm and Estate Auctions as well as accepting Quality consignments of both items for our indoor auctions for the remaining winter months and machinery and equipment for our Annual Spring Consignment sale. The most successful spring auction is planned and prepared for in the winter, call now to be assured your desired date. Thanks in advance to our valued customers, looking forward to serving you more in 2019.

Owner & Auctioneer Not Responsible for Loss Or Accident Terms: Cash or Good Cheque with Proper I.D. Auction Conducted By Peter Ross Auction Services Ltd. Ingleside ON 613-537-8862 www.peterrossauction.ca

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SUN, DEC 2 2018 @ 10AM; PREVIEW @9AM FOR MR. MRS. BRUCE COMPTON TO BE HELD AT MARSHALL’S AUCTION HOUSE SPENCERVILLE This will be our last sale before the holidays & it includes a great assortment of highly collectible items just in time for Christmas.

Some of which include Beswick Figurines, pottery, fine china, die cast toys, collectibles, antique & modern furniture & much more!

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Lombardy Agricultural Hall Saturday December 1, 2018

Auction 10 am – Viewing 9 am Estate of the Late Audrey Buckingham Mrs. Buckingham was a local Historian, Artist, Traveler and Enthusiastic Member of the Ottawa Valley Hunt Club for 45 years!

Fine furniture, antiques, silver, art, fancy glass, carvings, books, collectibles, instruments, safe and much more!

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

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If you are a 4th Class Power Engineer seeking an opportunity to take on a leadership role in a dynamic manufacturing facility, we encourage you to learn more about a career as an as an Operating Engineer Supervisor at Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited.

The Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited is one of Canada’s leading security printers, and our facilities run with optimal efficiency because of the great team of people working behind the scenes to keep it all operating smoothly. The Operating Engineer Supervisor is a critical part of this team and will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair and operation of the boiler room and base building equipment of our Richmond Road facility.

In this role, you will: • Direct, supervise and train unionized shift engineers, shift operators, and operating assistants in their work duties and responsibilities to ensure the safe and effective operation and maintenance of the plant; • Authorize, approve and be responsible for all maintenance, repairs or work performed within the plant or in connection with associated equipment; • Document and implement all necessary maintenance plans and safety measures to manage, operate and maintain the plant in a safe condition; • Maintain accurate records on matters regarding the safe management, operation and maintenance of the plant; • Communicate plant maintenance requirements to management and coordinate the associated work action plans with the team, delegating responsibilities and ensuring the successful completion of action items; • Communicate the status of both routine and non-routine maintenance equipment schedules with production teams to ensure everyone is aware of any down-time in the equipment; and • Troubleshoot issues with equipment and repair where possible or communicate to management if/when new equipment is required for purchase.

• Be available to work 8hr shifts Monday-Friday starting at 6.30-7am.

Qualifications: • 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate • Knowledge of building mechanical systems, machinery, safety/security guidelines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English coupled with a strong orientation towards customer service • Strong interpersonal skills necessary for internal client satisfaction • Working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with the mechanical and building trades.

• Ability to estimate man-hours, materials, and equipment necessary for maintenance and repair jobs.

• Ability to inspect and evaluate all maintenance and repairs completed throughout the building.

• Ability to read and interpret plans, blueprints, sketches, and specifications.

• Ability to keep records and make reports, using standard computerized business applications (Microsoft Office) • Be available for after-hours calls.

Interested candidates, apply online at: https://www.cbnco.com/careers/opportunities/ As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited is committed to achieving a skilled and diversified workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population. We encourage applications from women, visible minorities, people with disabilities and Aboriginal people. Canadian Bank Note Company Limited is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of any accommodation measures you may require.

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Supporting People with Intellectual Deficits in the communities of North Grenville and Merrickville We are looking to fill the following positions:

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Wages are negotiable based on experience and skill set. We offer Uniforms and Benefits. We do Collision, Welding, Fabrication, Fiberglass on any type of Vehicle.

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CP, downtown, 2nd fl, 1 bedroom appt, available Dec 1, $1050/mnth, heat included, first/last, no smoking. 613-894-2884

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FEDERAL ELECTION

MEET YOUR CANDIDATES FOR THE LEEDS-GRENVILLE-THOUSAND ISLANDS AND RIDEAU LAKES BYELECTION A byelection will be held Monday, Dec. 3 for the vacant member of Parliament Leeds-GrenvilleThousand Islands and Rideau Lakes seat, formerly held by the late Gord Brown. Get to know your four candidates in profiles below.

Michael Barrett Conservative party I'm Michael Barrett and I live in Leeds-GrenvilleThousand Islands and Rideau Lakes with my wife Amanda and our four children. Following my service in the Canadian Armed Forces, Amanda and I chose to make our home and raise our children in the place where our family has deep agricultural and community roots, and a heritage we treasure.

Community life and

public service have always been important to me. In 2014 I was elected councillor for the village of Spencerville and surrounding agricultural area in the municipality of Edwardsburgh Cardinal. Along with representing my ward and bringing forward the concerns of my neighbours and constituents, I served as chair of the public works, environmental service and facilities committee of the whole.

For the past five years, I have been involved with the Conservative Electoral District Association, serving most recently as president. This afforded me the opportunity to work closely with my friend and mentor, the late MP Gord Brown, co-ordinating meetings with farmers, small business owners,

hunters, anglers, landowners, seniors and youth. I have been fortunate to meet so many people across our beautiful riding and have become familiar with their interests, concerns and aspirations for their communities.

Once elected, I will hold issues-based meetings open to the public throughout the riding. I will maintain a constituency office in Brockville, and satellite constituency offices in Kemptville, Gananoque and Westport. I will work with our 13 municipal councils to advance the needs of our communities in Ottawa.

I serve on municipal council because I care about our community. I served alongside the finest men and women in our Canadian Forces because I love our country. I served

as the Conservative association president, because I am a principled Conservative.

I stand for balanced budgets, for local infrastructure investments, for secure borders, for a strong Canadian identity and free trade. I support investment in clean energy technologies, but not a carbon tax. I support law abiding gun owners, and believe in stiff penalties for gang members.

With extensive experience and the energy to serve the people of our great riding, I would be honoured to receive your support on Dec. 3.

Mary Jean McFall Liberal party Mary Jean McFall is a devoted community leader with a proven record of public service, and the Liberal candidate for Leeds Grenville - Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes.

As a community advocate, lawyer, mother, grandmother, and former Brockville city councillor, Mary Jean has shown her deep passion and determi-

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nation to make a real difference for families in our region.

Born and raised here, Mary Jean has deep roots in our region's agriculture sector, serving as a Director of Egg Farmers of Ontario and working as General Counsel to Burnbrae Farms. Most recently, she served as the Chief of Staff to Canada's Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food.

She has a unique understanding of our evolving local economy, and she will be a hardworking member of Parliament for all of us in Leeds - Grenville - Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes.

"For me, it's all about service, it's all about ser-

vice to my community," she said in a promotional video. " ... If you want to have things in your community, you have to contribute to your community. The rules are made by those who show up. If you have a seat at the table, you get to stick your hand up to vote, and help make things happen."

Our community needs a trusted and experienced voice in government who will be a champion for a growing economy and stronger middle class, and Mary Jean McFall will never stop working hard to build a better future for families in Leeds - Grenville - Thousand Islands See next page

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December 1 & 2, 2018 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Eight unique homes beautifully decorated for the holidays by local designers and florists Tickets: $30 (cash or cheque only) available October 20 at: PerthHomeFurniture 18GoreSt.,E Perth (613)264-9876 Windsor’s Courtyard 211St.LawrenceSt. Merrickville (613)269-2999 Decorators

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Lorraine Rekmans Green party Lorraine Rekmans has been an advocate for environmental and social justice issues through her work with both media and non-governmental organizations. With a background in journalism, Lorraine has extensive experience in policy development, government, industry, public affairs and Indigenous communities. She is the former Executive Director of the National Aboriginal Forestry Association, and has spent the majority of her career in the not-forprofit sector.

Lorraine was instrumental in a number of natural resource development initiatives in Northern Ontario before settling in Eastern Ontario in 2001.

She was involved in setting up local forestry enterprises and in developing the first Aboriginal-owned forestry marketing co-operative in Canada. She has supported and advocated for sustainable use of natural resources through organizing, research, writing, advocacy and regional and national conferences.

As the former Executive Director of the National Aboriginal Forestry Association (NAFA), Lorraine worked on national and international forest policy.

She has co-chaired an international dialogue on forestry at the UN Forum on Forests, and helped organize the World Forestry Congress at Quebec City.

Lorraine assisted in writing a number of international declarations including the Indigenous Peoples Declaration on Forestry, which was submitted at the World Forestry Congress, in 2003.

Lorraine is the recipient of The Rosalie Bertell Award for outstanding service in the field of environ-

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She is currently the Indigenous Affairs Critic in the Green Party Shadow Cabinet, and was a two time federal candidate for the Green Party in Algoma - Manitoulin - Kapuskasing. She divides her time between her duties in Ottawa, her work at her family business in Kemptville, and her work serving as Chair for the Grenville Centre for Social Studies.

She is dedicated to balancing her roles as advocate, mother, wife and grandmother. Lorraine is of Algonquin descent.

et. From failed crops to increased natural disasters, the cost of continuing to kick the can down the road is too great to ignore. We need to invest in clean energy now and institute initiatives that keep the onus for pollution prevention on the worst offenders.

Under Harper, application processing wait times rose significantly for our veterans. They gutted that department, closing local access offices and laying off staff. Trudeau campaigned specifically on fixing the problem in the 2015 general election. Instead, he has done little to help over the past three years, even leaving money earmarked for our vets unspent. The men and women who have served our country deserve the very best service from our government. That's not what they've received from both the red and blue camps, and I'm determined to advocate loudly for that to change. Our vets and their families should get timely access to the benefits they've earned - anything less shows a lack of respect for their sacrifice.

In this election and those in the future, I ask you to really consider what's being offered by each party. Platforms, leaders and priorities change. Don't just vote for a colour by habit; make your candidate earn your support! Think of your values and your hopes for the future. I hope to represent those for you in the House of Commons on Dec. 3.

Michelle Taylor NDP I'm Michelle Taylor and I'm running to be your next MP. My husband Paul and I are raising our four children in the beautiful village of Athens. With experience in various sectors like natural resources and the first response medical field, I'm the best choice as I have a strong work ethic and I'm deeply committed to improving areas of our communities where help is needed most.

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REASON FOR MOTHER'S TEARS REMAINED A MYSTERY WORDS OF JOY AND SADNESS FILLED HER DIARIES, MARY COOK RECALLS MARY COOK Column

The two coal oil lamps sat on the table, one at either end, giving off a small circle of light, that barely lit that corner of the kitchen. Over the table, hanging from the ceiling, was the Coleman lamp that was only lit when we had company. The little fragile wicks were too expensive to waste on family evenings only.

I could sense that all was not well. Mother was hunched over her diary, and I could see the pencil moving quickly, as if she had to get something down

in a hurry. Everyone but Father was sitting around the big pine table, busy with our own amusements, as we did every night after everything had been redded up.

Audrey and I were thumbing through the Eaton's catalogue, but I wasn't paying attention. My eyes were on Mother. Often she would write, pause a bit, and look up at the ceiling as if searching for the next word to write in her diary.

But that night, there was no pausing. She was writing quickly, and once a page was filled, she flipped it over, and started anew.

She wasn't really writing in a diary. It wasn't like the one Santa had brought me for Christmas ... a little red satin cover book with a gold clasp and its very own key. No, Mother's diaries were scribblers bought at the one-cent sale at the drugstore. The covers looked like black oilcloth,

and as soon as one was filled, it was put into the kitchen cupboard, not to be touched by anyone but Mother.

I had no idea what she wrote, but scarcely a night went by that she wasn't bent over her diaries at the kitchen table. That night, she seemed a million miles away. Often, she would write a few words, and then chuckle to herself. This night was different. Then I saw a tear roll down her cheek. She brushed it away quickly and kept at her frantic writing. What could she be putting down on paper? If it was upsetting, why did she write it in the first place?

My sister noticed it, too, but said nothing.

I shifted on the bench, and Audrey seemed to know that I was about to ask Mother if there was something wrong. Audrey put her hand on my arm, and I knew she was telling

me to say nothing.

The frantic writing went on. My brothers were too busy at their own projects to take notice, and Father, sitting by the stove with the Ottawa Farm Journal, had fallen asleep.

It was just my sister and I who could see the gentle tears on Mother's face.

Audrey made a big production of turning the pages of the catalogue and in a voice that was more shrill than usual, began pointing out things we could buy if money was no object. I tried to be interested, but it was so unusual for Mother to ever shed a tear, that my heart was heavy, and it was all I could do to sit quietly and say nothing.

Then the old CPR clock over the icebox struck, and it was time for bed. My three brothers raced for the stairs, Father roused from his chair at the stove, and Audrey closed the catalogue and nudged me

away from the table.

Mother closed her diary and put her opened hands on its cover and just sat there looking around the kitchen, almost as if she was seeing it for the first time. When I went to bed, I couldn't put out of my mind what I had seen at the kitchen table. What had Mother written that had caused her to shed a tear?

Audrey wouldn't talk about it and told me not to worry about it. Mother would be fine, she said.

The next morning, when I came down for breakfast, there was Mother making porridge at the Findlay Oval. She was whistling, as she often did while working around the kitchen.

What had caused her sadness the night before?

Whatever it was, she had tucked it away and taken on another day on the farm which had become her home after many years of

living in a big city. Little did I know that it would be decades before I would know what Mother would write in her diaries ... words of joy, words of gratitude, but often words of sadness would fill the pages.

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There is something about the Danube River that makes it a favourite sightseeing stop for people touring Europe. Given the early onset of winter here I must admit that thinking about an afternoon stroll along the "Blue Danube" is particularly uplifting!

The river isn't hard to find. The Danube flows for 2,850 kilometres (1,770 miles) and meanders through 10 countries, more than any other river in the world. The source of

the Danube River is located in the small German city of Donaueschingen, just north of the border with Switzerland. Kathleen and I have visited Donaueschingen during our time in Germany. It is a picturesque place set in a valley among the low mountains of the southern Black Forest.

In the company of our good friends and longtime travel companions Frank and Wendy LeBlanc, we drove to Donaueschingen on a Saturday. The town's market is a bustling place which we thoroughly enjoyed touring.

The main reason for our visit was to see the source of the Danube. Unfortunately the actual viewing site, located on the grounds of the local palace, was undergoing renovations and was offlimits to visitors at the time. However it is a major tourist attraction and signage directed us to the

local museum where a "temporary source" had been set up.

This has become an "injoke" with the four of us.

We laugh every time we think about it. Because the "source of the Danube" was actually just a raised display case in the middle of the floor with a viewing port at the centre. Visitors could look through the port and into a rather deep passage resplendent with flashing lights. At the bottom was a blue "water flow" which, temporarily at least, purported to be the river source. With apologies to the good people of Donaueschingen, it was pretty hokey actually!

Our visit was in the fall of 2013. Frank and Wendy have been back more recently and they say the newly rebuilt official source of the Danube ("Donau" in German) is looking pretty spiffy these days.

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cent fall vacation in Germany, France and Switzerland Wendy asked if we would be interested in spending a day and a night in the city of Ulm which is located on the Danube.

The city of 125,000 is just over an hour northwest of Munich where we began our excursion in late September. We enthusiastically agreed!

Ulm is in the German state of Baden-Wurttemberg. The rivers Blau and Iller are tributaries of the larger Danube which also flow through the city.

Most of Ulm, including the picturesque old town, hugs the left bank of the

Danube. On the other side of the Danube is the twin city of Neu-Ulm (population 50,000) which is in the state of Bavaria.

The medieval city wall has been rebuilt and runs along the Danube, offering beautiful views along the river and across it to Bavaria. Behind the city wall, in the old town, are some wonderfully rebuilt half-timbered buildings which are a hallmark of Germany. Sadly an Allied bombing raid in December 1944 resulted in the destruction of 80 per cent of the medieval city centre.

Some buildings were painstakingly restored al-

though much of the area was rebuilt in 1950s and 1960s style.

If you are looking to stroll along the Danube there is no better place to do it than in picturesque Ulm. For more about our visit to the city please read the online version of this column at www.insideottawavalley.com.

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Try to avoid overindulgence, Aries.

Too much of a good thing can start to turn sour. Learning moderation in all things is a valuable lesson to remember.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Do not be surprised if many visitors pop in to say hello, Leo. Impromptu social events can be enjoyable and even perk you up when you could use a smile.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 A powerful burst of energy has the potential to turn you into a workaholic this week, Sagittarius.

You must keep yourself in check so you do not burn out quickly.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, honesty with the people you care about is important, but work to avoid being too blunt when getting your point across. Try tempering the information shared.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Spend time exercising at the gym or go on a hike this week to relieve some feelings of anxiety, Virgo. This will help calm you down and refocus.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, frustration can rear its ugly head when you don’t need it to visit. You’ll overcome this obstacle if you focus on positivity and the light at the end of the tunnel.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, your home can seem like a major travel hub at times, with people coming and going at all hours. Find your quiet zone and retreat there when you need to recharge.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you probably have a lot of running around to do this week and wonder how you are going to meet all of your obligations. Delegation can help with that.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, an exciting communication could come your way in the next few days, sparking all sorts of changes in your life. Just weigh through all the options first.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you may want to participate in group activities or make a few new friends but do not know where to start. It’s all in the way you present yourself.

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4th Anniversary Show at Sivarulrasa Gallery WHEN: 11:00 a.m 5:00 p.m WHERE: Sivarulrasa Gallery, 34 Mill Street, Almonte CONTACT: Catherine Kuhn, 613256-8033, info@sivarulrasa.com, http://sivarulrasa.com/exhibitions/4th-anniversary-show/ COST: From Nov. 16-Dec. 30 Sivarulrasa Gallery is pleased to present our 4th Anniversary Show, in celebration of the gallery's four years of operation.

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Christmas in Carleton Place House Tour 2018 WHEN: 3:00 p.m - 9:30 p.m WHERE: Carleton Place - various locations, Various locations in Carleton Place, Carleton Place CONTACT: Christmas in Carleton Place House Tour, https:// www.facebook.com/carletonplacehousetour/ COST: $25

Come and celebrate the magic of the holiday season in Carleton Place, for our seventh annual Christmas in Carleton Place House Tour. Proceeds go to the Carleton Place and District Hospital.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2

Breakfast in Carleton Place WHEN: 9:00 a.m WHERE: St. Mary's Catholic Church, Carleton Place, 28 Hawthorne, Carleton Place CONTACT: 613-2571284 Breakfast, first and third Sunday of the month.

After 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. masses at St. Sponsor: Knight of Columbus.

Home for Christmas Concert with The Bowes Bros WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Neelin Street Community Centre (Carleton Place Arena), 75 Neelin Street, Carleton Place CONTACT: Home for Christmas Concert COST: General admission tickets are $15 per person

An annual holiday tradition returns to Carleton Place on Dec. 2, with The Bowes Brothers singing in the season. Special musical guests will be Jim and Bonnie Hodgins and Cheryl Adrain.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4

50+ Fitness Classes WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m WHERE: Carleton Place Canoe Club, 179 John Street, Carleton Place CONTACT: 613-256-8339 COST: $8 50+ fitness classes take place every Tuesday and Thursday. First class free to try.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7

Light Up the Night Almonte WHEN: 7:00 p.m - 11:00 p.m WHERE: Mill Street, various locations, Almonte CONTACT: 613.256.1077 Help light up downtown Almonte during this festive event that draws thousands to Mississippi Mills each year! Head to Mill Street at 7pm and be delighted by a variety of performers providing entertainment for all ages.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29

Bridge WHEN: 6:15 p.m WHERE: St. John's United Church, 400 Prescott Street, Kemptville CONTACT: 613-806-4495 COST: $5 Organized every Thursday by the North Grenville Duplicate Bridge Club. All levels of bridge players welcome.

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Play & Learn WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 11:30 a.m WHERE: Parish Hall,, 40 Campus Dr, Kemptville CONTACT: 613258-2225, EarlyON@uclg.on.ca The EarlyON Child and Family Centre is a place for moms, dads, families, caregivers and their children from birth to age 6 years. Free.

Santa Shuffle WHEN: 10:00 a.m WHERE: Ferguson Forest Centre, 275 County Rd #44, Kemptville CON-

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Mahjongg WHEN: 1:00 p.m WHERE: ABC Hall, 3166 Bolingbroke Road, County Road 36, Tay Valley CONTACT: Rosetta Mcinnes, 1 (613) 2682548 COST: $5 American Mah Jongg (or Maajh as it is usually called) is a fascinating rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. The game originated in China, dating back to the time of Confucius. Everyone is welcome.

Ken Tizzard Album Release WHEN: 8:00 p.m WHERE: Full Circle Theatre, 26 Craig St., Perth CONTACT: perth@live.ca COST: $22

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30

Social Bridge WHEN: 12:30 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: McMartin House, 125 Gore St East, Perth, ON, Perth CONTACT: Joy Price, 613-267-3952 COST: Every Friday, enjoy bridge in Perth for the social fun of it.

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Get Ready for Christmas Sale WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m WHERE: Snow Road Snowmobile Club, 1106 Gemmills Road, Lanark Highlands CONTACT: 613-2672283 COST: Home made crafts and bottled goods. Light lunch available.

Santa Claus Parade WHEN: 5:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m

Juice Jam at the Library WHEN: 11:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m WHERE: North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville Norenberg Branch, Kemptville CONTACT: 613-258-4711 Kerry and Sue Badgley entertain children with an hour of music and movement.

Youngsters of Yore at the Library WHEN: 1:30 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street,

Kemptville Norenberg Branch, Kemptville CONTACT: 613-2584711, info@ngpl.ca A different guest speaker each week. For adults 55+. Refreshments served.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 3

Newcomer Bridge WHEN: 12:15 p.m WHERE: St. John's United Church, 400 Prescott Street, Kemptville CONTACT: 613-795-7155 COST: $5 Organized by the North Grenville Duplicate Bridge Club. All levels welcome. No partner needed.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5

Baby Talk WHEN: 1:30 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: EarlyON Child and Family Centre, 40 Campus Drive, Unit 2 (Parish Hall), Kemptville CONTACT: Sherry Craig, 613-2585941 COST: Sponsored by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit.

SMITHS FALLS WHERE: The Factory, Perth, 40 Sunset Blvd, Perth CONTACT: 613-812-1215 COST: Join in the fun for the annual parade that meanders through town. It's not too late to enter a float.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5

Pot Luck Westport Legion WHEN: 6:00 p.m WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion, Westport, 10099 10, Westport, ON, Westport CONTACT: 613-273-3615 Come for the Pot Luck and the Fun all members and their guests welcome to come the last Wednesday of the month. Bring your favourite dish!

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12

Pot Luck Westport Legion WHEN: 6:00 p.m WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion, Westport, 10099 10, Westport, ON, Westport CONTACT: 613-273-3615 Come for the Pot Luck and the Fun all members and their guests welcome to come the last Wednesday of the month..

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23

Bid Euchre WHEN: 1:30 p.m WHERE: Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-2830817 COST: Takes place every Wednesday and Friday. Sponsor: Harmony #162.

Feast of Stephen WHEN: 5:00 p.m WHERE: Elgin Lions Club Hall, 19 Pineview Dr, Elgin, Rideau Lakes CONTACT: C.E. Halladay, 613-359-6031, ceh@kingston.net COST: $25 Full course turkey dinner hosted

by Elgin United Church. Entertainment by the Rideau District High School Band and others after dinner.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24

Pet Pictures with Mrs. Claus WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m WHERE: Settlers Ridge Centre, 275 Brockville St, Smiths Falls CONTACT: Kat Durant COST: $20 per pet A fundraiser for Mel's Farm, Feathered Haven and Ottawa

Valley Wild Bird Sanctuary. Photos by Kat Durant Photography.

Barbecue Lunch WHEN: 11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m WHERE: RCAFA Hall - Smiths Falls, 44 Abbott St. North, Smiths Falls CONTACT: Carol, 613-284-0305 COST: Burgers and hot dogs $3.50, sausages $4 Lunch BBQ in support of 5858 Squadron Royal Canadian Air Cadets.

Euchre WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-283-0817 COST: Every Thursday and Saturday. Sponsor: Harmony #162.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25

Ladies Darts WHEN: 6:00 p.m - 9:30 p.m WHERE: RCAFA Hall - Smiths Falls, 44 Abbott St. North, Smiths Falls CONTACT: Linda, 613-283-

3668 COST: Every Sunday night from September to March at the RCAFA Hall.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 26

Duplicate Bridge WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Smiths Falls Legion, 7 Main St. E., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-2837164 COST: Enjoy bridge at the legion; doors open at 6:45 p.m.

Bid Euchre WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Smiths Falls Legion, 7 Main St. E., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-2833292 COST: Come play euchre.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27

Bingo Smiths Falls Civitan WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Smiths Falls Civitan Club, 12468 Highway 15 North, Smiths Falls, Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-284-0818 COST: Doors open 5:30 p.m. Canteen available. Proceeds to help fund charity and community projects.

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Euchre WHEN: 1:00 p.m WHERE: Lanark Legion, 69 George St., Lanark Highlands CONTACT: 613-2593249 COST: Lunch. Prizes.

Ken Tizzard will release his latest album, 'A Good Dog Is Lost,' an homage to Ron Hynes. Nonperishable food items to be collected for the local food bank.

TACT: Laura Valcour, LauraValcour@icloud.com COST: Registration is $30 for adults and $20 for youth You can dress up as Rudolph, an elf, or Santa himself for the inaugural Santa Shuffle fun run. The Santa Shuffle supports community outreach programs that are offered by the Salvation Army throughout the year.

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Fresh, Local, Healthy, Canadian

THE GOOD FOOD STORE LEEKS

RUSSETT POTATOES

Product of ONTARIO

Product of CANADA

SAVE 70¢

SAVE 30¢

EA

/LB

99

¢

REG 1.69

CANADA

1

VEGAN

99

JOYCE’S

NEW

GLUTEN FREE MIXES

CANADA

454g

EA

REG 8.99

DAIRY FREE

SAVE $3

99 REG 7.99

SKYR YOGURT

the sstock up for

holidays!

OATMEAL BREAD

/LB

3.28/KG REG 1.99

on sale in our bulk bins!

DARK CHOCOLATE ALMONDS

sstock up for

SAVE OVER 40%!!

1

CANADA

the

ROSEMARY MIXED NUTS

SAVE OVER 20%!!

329

REG 4.29

sstock up for

REG 4.59

4 x 100g ALL FLAVOURS

PIZZA

the

holidays!

EA

CAULIPOWER

GLUTEN FREE

330g

MAPLE NUT GRANOLA

SAVE OVER 30%!!

39

CAULIFLOWER CRUST!

3

8

REG 3.99

99

sstock up for

EA

REG 12.99

LAUNDRY WASH

CANADA

BROWN SUGAR

¢

/100g

REG 49¢

SAVE $3

SAVE!

OFF

SAVE OVER 40%!!

29

3 LITRES

398ml

%

the

holidays!

ECOMAX

PUMPKIN or PUMPKIN PIE MIX

30

REG 59¢

SAVE $4

EA

¢2

/100g

ALL FLAVOURS

49

REG 2.49

/100g

3 99 CANADA

9 4/100g

holidays!

SAVE 60¢

FARMERS MARKET CANADA

WHOLESOME HARVEST

49

EACH

SAVE 50¢

NORTHERN BAKEHOUSE 320g - 482g MILLET CHIA, SEEDS & GRAIN, CINNAMON RAISIN, AISIN, WHITE, MILLET CHIA BUNS

LOCALLEY MAD

SKOTIDAKIS

SAVE $4

99

MUSTARDS

CANADA

REG 6.99

CANADA

¢

REG 1.49

EA

OFF

VANILLA PANCAKE MIX

89

499

%

CASTLE KITCHEN

4

CANADA

/100g

SAVE $2

SAVE!

BREAD

2

59

250ml REGULAR, AR, SPIC SPICY or MAPLE

LOCALLEY MAD

ALL MIXES MADE IN PERTH

EA

4.39/KG REG 2.99

SAVE 60¢

2 SAVE 2

59

BOGO

REG 6.99

PUREST

BUY

2/$

EA

4

/LB

BRANDT

CANADA

Product of USA

1

99

EXTREME PRICE! BLACK FOREST HAM

SWEET POTATOES

SAVE 50¢

DELI SLICED PER 100g

SAVE $3

15

1

3.65/KG REG 2.49

250g - 390g

3

SAVE $1

/LB

SPRITZERS BUY ONE GET ONE! 355ml ALL FLAVOURS

ENTRÉES

Product of USA

79

GOOD DRINK

GARDEIN

NAVEL ORANGES

Product of USA

SAVE 70¢

1.94/KG REG 1.29

MEATLESS EXTREME PRICE!

FRESH FENNEL

CANADA

¢

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holidays!

8 99 EA

REG 11.99

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ALL PRICES IN EFFECT CT THURSDAY NOVEMBER 29 - THURSDAY DECEMBER 6 WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. NO RAIN CHECKS OR SUBSTITUTIONS. IMAGES ARE REPRESENTATIONAL ONLY. PRODUCTS MAY NOT BE EXACTLY AS SHOWN. E & OE.