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DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@metroland.com “All are welcome.”

That was the simple message from Rev. Gerry Kerr on Sunday, Feb. 24, as his church celebrated a vote that saw it become an affirming ministry.

The vote was taken at the annual church meeting on Sunday, Feb. 17, with 91.6 per cent of churchgoers committing to a “culture of inclusion,” for a wide range of people, from race and culture to sexual orientation to ability.

“This is a new day,” said Kerr. “I don’t think any of us expected the result we did.”

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WORLD DAY OF PRAYER TO BE HELD AT GLAD TIDINGS CHURCH ON MARCH 1 THIS YEAR'S EVENT FOCUSES ON WOMEN OF SLOVENIA DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@ metroland.com The World Day of Prayer for 2019 will see the faithful wishing everyone a joyous

"Zdravo," or hello, from Slovenia.

This year's edition of the day of prayer will be held locally at the Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church, 160 Wayside Dr., just east of Perth, at 2 p.m. on Friday, March 1, and will carry forth the theme, "Come Everything is Ready."

The organizing committee is made up of represen-

tatives from several Pertharea churches, including Bethel United Church in Rideau Ferry, Glad Tidings, St. Bridget Roman Catholic Church in Stanleyville, St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, St. James the Apostle Anglican Church, the Salvation Army, St. Paul United Church, St. Andrew Presbyterian,

First Baptist Church and His House.

Promotional material for the event says that it will "bring hope to women touched by injustice."

There will be a reception afterwards in the church gymnasium.

Mary Kilgour has helped organize the event for the past several years.

While she is not helping or-

ganize this year's event because of health issues, but she has attended the World Day of Prayer services for the past 20 years.

"I enjoy meeting women from other churches and organizing," wrote Kilgour, who attends St. Paul United, in an email exchange on Wednesday, Jan. 30. "Together, all denominations gather and wor-

ship the same God. We gain respect for other denominations. I enjoy the different themes each year and we learn about other women in other countries."

She hopes that for those who attend on March 1 that everyone "will leave the day with a feeling of gratitude for others near and far away. Our offering helps others to better their lives."

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The annual, national event, makes up about 20 per cent of the group's yearly funding. Money raised on Saturday will go toward the mentoring program.

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CHURCH OPENS DOORS TO LGBTQ COMMUNITY Continued from page 1

He repeated the 91.6 per cent again, which drew wide applause from the audience.

More than 100 people came out to vote that day, and he noted that the demographics of the vote were interesting since “we are an aging congregation.”

The new openness was very much in evidence, especially toward the LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bysexual, transgender, queer) community’s rainbow Pride flag, with neon wrist bands and rainbow lapel pins, rainbow streamers on the stage, and a big rainbow balloon drop halfway through the service.

The choir wore multicoloured leis, as they sang the song Joseph’s Coat, parts of which were a recitation of an array of colours, from the 1968 Andrew Lloyd Weber/ Tim Rice musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat.

Kerr recalled that the vote by the congregation

THE ISSUE: ALL INCLUSIVE CHURCHES LOCAL IMPACT: ST. PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH IN PERTH BECOMES AFFIRMING MINISTRY was a positive step within the United Church, which started in 1988. He called that year “a time of great confrontation in our church as we tried to come to grips with issues of sexuality.” He added that this topic of discussion “split our church wide open for years.”

Even now, “it touches us and challenges us in our faith stance.” But he cautioned that the work is just beginning. “It’s been a 30year journey of discovery.”

As for himself, he has learned to “stop listening to the dark voices ... who would

demonize people because of who they love.”

Christians in the United Methodist Church are having a similar conversations.

“We reach out to our brothers and sisters in Christ, at their time of reflection and debate,” said Kerr.

This was Kerr’s last service as St. Paul’s minister, and halfway through the service, someone in the congregation called out: “Gerry, thanks for getting us there!”

“There are others in the church watching us today,” said Kerr.

One of those watching was the Right Rev. Richard Bott, moderator of the United Church of Canada. In a letter dated Feb. 21, which was handed out to the congregation, Bott wrote that it was “a wonderful day for you, and for the whole United Church of Canada, as you proudly and publicly celebrate the full participation of people of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities in the life and work of your ministry.”

Desmond Devoy/Metroland Rev. Gerry Kerr holds a rainbow-coloured candle at the start of the affirming service at St. Paul's United Church on Sunday, Feb. 24.

AFFIRM UNITED Linda Hutchison, eastern Canada representative for Affirm United, an advocacy group separate from the church, but supportive of the church, told the church that she first began speaking about St. Paul’s becoming an affirming ministry back in 2016 at a theological conference at Queen’s

University in Kingston.

(Kerr later recalled that he, along with Rev. Shelley Roberts, were the only clergy who marched in the inaugural Pride Parade in Perth in 2014.)

She walked over the rainbow ribbons spread out from the stage, and joked that she enjoyed “tiptoeing through the rainbow, (which) is really neat.”

She commended the actions of the church, saying that “you people now, by becoming part of this movement, are an integral part of this apology” to LGBTQ community. “You are part of the action that will carry this forth.”

Church member Bob Black returned to the rainbow theme, when he noted that “God’s rainbow really shows when the sun is shining and the storm has passed.”

LGBTQ FRIENDS Some members of greater Perth’s LGBTQ community were on hand to celebrate the decision.

“It’s a huge step for this church and the community,” said Mary Wright. “It’s

removing barriers and changing hearts and minds.

We celebrate it today.”

Elizabeth Snyder agreed, saying, “it’s an indication of how the world is changing.

It’s like a watershed that occurs.”

Wright grew up in the United Church but admitted that she had “spent some time away from it.” But now, she said she was glad to see this change in her church.

“Hate is a stagnant pond,” Wright said. “Love is this wonderful raging river.”

Snyder said that the overwhelming vote was a fantastic sign: “How affirming for people who have been on the outside. I can have a spiritual home.”

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On Sunday, Feb. 24, Rev. Gerry Kerr ended his time as minister at St. Paul’s by leading a celebration of the new welcome being extended to gay Christians. Kerr has been hoping to make the church an affirming ministry since he arrived in 2013.

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KICK OFF MAPLE SYRUP SEASON AT TAPPING OUT PARTY Maple syrup season is right around the corner, and the Lanark & District Maple Syrup Producers' Association is getting ready to kick the season off right, with a tapping out party on Saturday, March 9, 2019. This annual event is hosted each year at a Lanark & District sugar bush, and this year's event will be held at Golden Moment Farm, just outside Athens near Plum Hollow.

Open to visitors and producers, the tapping out party has been taking place since 1991 and is a way of commemorating the ceremonial tapping of the first maple tree of the season.

The event typically includes family-friendly activities, and a maple-oriented theme.

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walking, wagon rides, samples, and more. The official tapping of the first tree of the season will take place at 11 a.m. by MPP Steve Clark.

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Sugar bush owners are John and Norma Banford.

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time at the event this year," John Banford said. "The tapping of the first tree of the season is always special, but after such a long winter it will have extra meaning this year."

Visitors are invited to be part of the event at Golden Moment Farm, 140 Mother Barnes Rd., Athens, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for a full day of activities and maple fun.

The Lanark & District Maple Syrup Producers' Association (LDMSPA) is a group of over 90 maple syrup producers located in the Lanark, Frontenac, Leeds and Grenville counties, as well as the Ottawa-Carleton areas of eastern Ontario.

LDMSPA is one of 11 local organizations that make up the Ontario Maple Syrup Producers' Association (OMSPA), a provincial organization that represents maple syrup producers across the province.

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LEEDS, GRENVILLE AND LANARK DISTRICT HEALTH UNIT REPORTS INCREASE IN VACCINE EXEMPTIONS EVELYN HARFORD ehar ford@metroland.com The number of students getting exemptions on either medical, religious or philosophical grounds from required immunizations is growing in Lanark, Leeds and Grenville.

Between 2016 and 2018, the number of students that have received either a medical or conscience/religious exemption has increased by 82, jumping from 371 in 2016 to 453 in 2018, according to data provided by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit.

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Between 2016 and 2017, an increase of 45 exemptions on both medical and conscience/religious grounds were recorded.

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THE ISSUE: IMMUNIZATION EXEMPTION CONTROVERSY LOCAL IMPACT: THOUGH VACCINE EXEMPTIONS HAVE INCREASED IN LANARK, LEEDS, AND GRENVILLE COUNTIES, THE NUMBER OF EXEMPTIONS ARE STILL LOW than in Leeds and Grenville. Though, she said, the difference isn't significant.

Kavanagh said the number of people with exemptions from the required immunization within the health unit's coverage area is relatively low when looking at provincial averages.

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2012, on the whole, remains relatively low, at only a few percent of the population.

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LANARK LIFE LEARNERS ART SHOW AT MERA MARCH 3 The March Art Exhibition at MERA will feature the Lanark Life Learners.

The Lanark Life Learners is a group of home learners from all over Lanark county who love learning through every day experiences.

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age range, and our art represents an eclectic collection of mediums and styles.

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FAMILIES DEALING WITH AUTISM DESERVE BETTER Rural folks in these parts know all too well that when senior levels of government impose a one-sizefits-all solution on them that all too often it means trouble.

So we sympathize with the many parents of autistic children who are decrying the provincial government's new approach to dealing with autism.

Under the guise of getting rid of the waiting list for services, the province is cutting back the amount of money allocated to autism treatment and mediation.

On first blush, the changes looked promising. Certainly the long wait lists are unfair to many families.

And supposedly reallocating the money so all those who need it get a share is also a worthy goal.

But when those shifts come with a significant drop in assistance available to those struggling the most to give their children an opportunity to overcome the disorder, the new-look program doesn't look so reassuring. Particularly worrisome is the government's move to plug supports into a formula that doesn't recognize autism's wide spectrum.

What works for a child with mild autism is likely to be entirely insufficient to help another with a severe form of the condition. Certainly the cost of helping an autistic child grow into a happy, productive adult can vary dramatically.

Unfortunately, provincial governments tend to gravitate to simplistic solutions that may work well in Toronto but don't allow for the special circumstances and needs in the outback. Too often new regulations governing such areas as environment, health and transportation don't take into account the realities of rural life.

The province's autism program changes don't seem to appreciate the full gamut of challenges faced by parents with autistic children, particularly those in the rural areas. Moving children off the waiting list doesn't help much if the assistance made available is woefully inadequate. Giving parents choice of treatment isn't helpful if there are not enough professionals available to provide meaningful options (and if the therapists reaction to the changes is any indication, there will be even less help available as experts move to other provinces with friendlier autism programs).

The disorder needs more scrutiny, not less, including finding out whether the apparent alarming growth of autism is real or more to do with better diagnosis and awareness and changing definitions. Whatever the case, its effects need to be countered.

While there is a limit to how much money can be allocated to the problem, cutting back seems counterproductive. It is unlikely to result in service efficiencies and will lead to higher costs in the long run if fewer autistic children receive the proper therapy to make them contributing members of society.

It's time for provincial government to rethink its one-size-fits-all policy and bring in flexible, reasonably funded changes that effectively tackle the diverse problems facing the entire spectrum of children with autism.

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LETTERS & COMMENTARY READER APPRECIATES COLUMN ON RAIL DECLINE IN CANADA DEAR EDITOR,

It was with great interest that I read Jeff Maguire's recent column on the decline of rail transport here in Canada. It is a good article that brought back many memories.

It was 60 years ago (1959) that my late father attended a federal government conference in Vancouver. As my mother did not want to fly across the country with her two youngest sons, my father paid to have her, my younger brother and myself go out to be with him in Vancouver, on the train.

I remember going to the train station here in Carleton Place - which seemed quite busy - and boarding a silver train (The Canadian) and travelling across Canada. As a young child (I was about six years old) I sat in the dome car and was fascinated by the changing scenery. I remember seeing the forests of northern Ontario, the flat land-

scape of the prairies and the Rocky Mountains. It was a wonderful way for a young Canadian to see the country.

I do remember the train stopping at Regina as I recall asking my mother what the word Regina meant. It seems we stayed there for a while, taking on passengers and supplies.

I remember the train going through the Rocky Mountains and as the front of the train came out of the tunnel you could look back and see the rear of the train entering the tunnel since the train was that long. I would imagine that there were twenty cars or more on the train.

I do not remember exactly, but I think we came back on the Dominion train, which was discontinued in the 1960s. It was a trip of a lifetime that I

have never forgotten, and hopefully one that all Canadians should be able to experience.

Years later, my late father served on a Town of Carleton Place rail committee with former mayor Ted LeMaistre. I remember my father and Ted expressing frustration with the lack of support from the federal government and the provincial government, regarding their efforts to save the rail lines through Carleton Place.

Even today, many of the communities in northern Canada still rely on the railroad for supplies, and in some cases it is the only means of access to other parts of the country.

Thank you for bringing back these memories.

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I enjoy the local news items that are presented each week, but I really enjoy and benefit from reading some of the more indepth articles that are produced by your journalists.

They know their respective communities and do an admirable job of presenting aspects of them - both good and not-so-good - to their readers.

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SEPARATING FACT FROM FICTION: HIGHWAY 7/ DRUMMOND STREET JUNCTION IN PERTH DEAR EDITOR: Congratulations to OPP Insp. Derek Needham and Perth Deputy Mayor Ed McPherson (Perth Courier, Feb. 14) who at least are keeping the spotlight on the need for advanced turn lighting for eastbound Highway 7 traffic wishing to make a left turn at the junction with Drummond in Perth.

With the ever-growing volume of high-sided vehicles in the centre lane obscuring oncoming westbound traffic using the in-

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Can anyone who regularly tries to access the busy Home Hardware area, or the Meadows housing development (which town or county council surely considered in granting planning approval) question the urgency of a solution.

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Enbridge Gas Inc. has applied to raise its natural gas rates effective April 1, 2019 to recover costs associated with the Federal Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act. Learn more. Have your say.

The Ontario Energy Board approved the amalgamation of Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. and Union Gas Limited in August 2018. The companies have amalgamated to form Enbridge Gas Inc. (Enbridge Gas).

Enbridge Gas has applied to the Ontario Energy Board for approval to increase rates to recover costs associated with meeting its obligations under the Federal Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act (Act). The Act establishes a carbon pricing program under which Enbridge Gas is required to pay a carbon charge to the federal government for volumes of natural gas that Enbridge Gas delivers to customers starting April 1, 2019.

The Act also imposes other obligations on Enbridge Gas related to emissions from the operation of its natural gas distribution system starting January 1, 2019.

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THE ONTARIO ENERGY BOARD IS HOLDING A PUBLIC HEARING The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) will hold a public hearing to consider Enbridge Gas’ request. We will also hear questions and arguments from individual customers and from groups that represent Enbridge Gas’ customers. At the end of this hearing, the OEB will decide what rate change will be allowed.

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PERTH'S FIRE AND ICE ADDS NEON TO FIRE PIT, COOL DRINKS AT CRYSTAL PALACE DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@metroland.com Perth has not seen this much neon since the late 1980s.

The 2019 edition of Heritage Perth Tourism's Fire and Ice event, held on Saturday, Feb. 16 at the Crystal Palace, boasted an ultraviolet glow circus performance by Sophie Latreille of the Ottawa Circus School. She had performed a fire dance routine outside in years past, but it was decided to keep the lightworks inside this year.

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nized by Perth's new tourism director, Kathryn Jamieson, while the Rotary Club returned on site to operate the fire pit outside.

Inside, The Lucky B's band kept the audience dancing, while the ice bar, operated by the Perth Brewery and Top Shelf Distillery, kept the liquids - and ice - flowing all night.

There were also other events that same day, such as free swimming at the Perth pool (sponsored by the Perth firefighters), and free skating at the Perth arena (sponsored by Norwood and Company).

IF WE HAVE A SPARE TRILLION DOLLARS OR SO THERE ARE PETITIONS BY AMERICANS WANTING TO JOIN CANADA, WRITES STEPHANIE GRAY A friend of mine posted a news piece on Facebook that made me laugh.

Did you know there is a petition out there calling for the U.S. to sell Montana to Canada? Yes, the whole state. For a trillion bucks or so.

True story.

In fact, there are a couple of petitions out there by Americans wanting to join Canada.

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At first, I thought the story must be one of those satire pieces by the Beaverton or some such site, but this appeared on CTV on Feb. 21: "Petition calls for U.S. to sell Montana to Canada."

Seems a fellow named Ian Hammond started the petition in an effort to help lower the U.S.'s national debt of more than $22 trillion.

It proposes: "We have too much debt and Montana is useless ... Just tell them it has beavers or

something."

Sure, it's a joke (and we don't have $1 trillion to spare ... I don't think we even count that high here), but apparently the petition had 12,000 signatures as of that morning.

Others expressed support because they would "have decent health care, better roads and more ice arenas." Still more cited benefits such as legal marijuana, better tea and, of course, Tim Hortons.

Saskatchewan residents who were interviewed seemed to think it was a lot of money, but noted it's a beautiful state and a lot of land.

Apparently, the issue of selling the state to Canada was even debated during a

Montana state house committee meeting and was defeated 15 to 5.

That's right. Five people were actually in favour.

Then there's the Northwest Angle, or Angle Township, Minn., which is 320square-kilometre piece of land that looks more like it belongs to Manitoba.

There's a petition about that, too.

That petition claims "negotiators of the initial Canada-U. S. border misunderstood the geography of the area" and made a "critical survey error." It asks that the Northwest Angle be given back to Canada.

This was also on CTV News - back in January.

The land is bordered by Manitoba to the west and Lake of the Woods to the east and is not connected to

the rest of Minnesota.

Seems a treaty between Britain and the U.S. in 1818 used an inaccurate map to set the boundary. It showed Lake of the Woods as being roughly an oval.

The boundary was set as a "line from the farthest northwest corner of Lake of the Woods and 'north or south, as the case may be' to the 49th parallel and then 'west along the parallel to the (Rocky) Mountains.'"

The lake wasn't oval, though, so the Northwest Angle ended up being severed from Manitoba. About 120 people live there and they must drive through Canada for about 100 kilometres to get to the rest of the U.S. Some, it seems, want to live here.

That petition had about 5,500 signatures as of last

week, which is a bit short of the 100,000 needed.

Seems there's a bunch of other geographical weird stuff that can be found between our two countries, including a couple of other orphaned parts of Minnesota (Elm Point and Buffalo Bay Point). Province Point and Province Island in Vermont, both uninhabited, can only be accessed through Quebec.

Point Roberts, Wash., is 12 square kilometres, has a population of about 1,300 and can only be accessed by land by going through Delta, B.C.

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TOWNSHIP OF DRUMMOND/NORTH ELMSLEY Public Notices TAY VALLEY TOWNSHIP HALF-LOAD RESTRICTIONS Tay Valley Township’s Public Works Department would like to advise all residents that reduced load restrictions (5 tonnes per axle) will be in force on all Township Roads effective Friday, March 8th, 2019 to approximately mid-May.

LANARK COUNTY HALF-LOAD RESTRICTIONS (http://www.county.lanark.on.ca/Page1887.aspx) Reduced load restrictions (5 tonnes per axle) are in force every spring on those County Roads that are posted with the appropriate signs. These restrictions will be in effect Friday, March 8th, 2019. When the likelihood of road damage has diminished, load restrictions are lifted and the signs removed.

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10:30 am Group Cross Country Ski for the whole family 10:30am – 2:00pm Free Activities at the Beckwith Park, 1319 9th Line Beckwith: Horse Drawn Sleigh/Wagon Rides, Bonfire & Music, Canteen, Tug of War, Scavenger Hunt, Snow Painting, Ice Building Blocks, Digging for Treasures, Obstacle Course, Bean Bag Toss, Tobogganing (Bring your Toboggan) & more!

1:00pm – 2:00pm Free Public Skating at the Beckwith Recreation Complex, 1319 9th Line Beckwith Chili Cook Off Register your pot of Chili in the Annual Chili Cook off. Forms can be found online www.twp.beckwith.on.ca under Beckwith Youth Committee or filled out on event day.

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DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@ metroland.com Local MPP Randy Hillier has been suspended from the PC caucus after allegedly uttering comments in the legislature that some believe were disrespectful towards families with autistic children.

The Lanark-FrontenacKingston member of provincial parliament was suspended by Premier Doug Ford on Wednesday, Feb. 20, indefinitely.

Dozens of parents were at the legislature Wednesday to voice concerns about a new autism program they say provides inadequate funding for their kids to get the treatment they need. Some of those parents are saying Hillier allegedly said, "yada, yada, yada," and felt those words were directed at them.

Hillier released a statement Wednesday afternoon saying that the banter during the question period escalated as the NDP caucus continued to politicize the emotional challenges and hardships of the many families of autistic children who were present.

"I found the exploitation of these families by members of the NDP caucus disheartening," he said. "I am

proud of the work my friend Minister Lisa MacLeod has done to clear the waiting list and provide funding for every child with autism."

Jessica Smith Cross, an editor at QP Briefing, said in a tweet she spoke with Hillier following the comment, who said it was not directed at the parents of autistic children, but at NDP MPP Monique Taylor.

"He characterized it as his objection to her, in his words, taking advantage of the emotional state of parents. She was heckling the government MPPs and he felt she was preying on the emotions of the parents in the galleries, he said," Smith Cross tweeted.

Kory Earle, president of People First of Canada said in a statement, "I am disgusted by MPP Randy Hillier's comments. The most vulnerable people in Ontario have not been treated well.

“Having a MPP who makes comments like this sends a clear message: the most vulnerable people do not deserve a voice. Mr. Hillier is the MPP for my riding - Lanark-FrontenacKingston. It is not something I am proud of, as we have done so much education on the needs of people.

Agree to disagree, but Mr. Hillier is supposed to serve our entire community, represent all Ontarians. It is

time we have a MPP who will fight for everyone, which includes people with disabilities. Mr. Hillier must resign now and apologize."

Hillier, in an interview with The Perth Courier Feb. 13, said the Ford government's proposed changes to the autism system were "a first step." He called the current wait list "absolutely atrocious."

Hillier last week said his office was hearing support for the government's proposals - but not from all quarters.

"The people who I'm hearing from in opposition to this ... are from outside my riding and (come) from service providers." These providers are the "preferred vendors," used by the government to provide autism services.

Hillier said he had been reading up on autism and wondered, "What is contributing to this significant increase in autism?"

While there are various hypotheses that go beyond children simply getting better diagnoses, "we have to devote significant resources into that area" of autism's causes.

"I apologize to the parents present who may have felt my comments were directed at them; they were not, and never would be."

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NUMBER OF EXEMPTIONS ARE STILL LOW, SAYS HEALTH UNIT Continued from page 6

in Ontario to be fully immunized against diphtheria, tetanus, polio, measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis (whooping cough), varicella (chickenpox) and meningococcal disease to attend school. If a child isn't vaccinated, they must have a documented exemption.

Those who are exempt from vaccines would be pulled out of school should there is an outbreak of any of the above diseases. Kavanagh said this was the case a few years ago, when students who were not vaccinated were pulled from school when the area experienced a whooping cough outbreak.

If a parent wants to get a conscious or religious belief exemption for their child, they have to go to an information session with one of the health unit's nurses. Kavanagh said this

is to ensure that they have been educated before making the decision.

The health unit has recorded a 98 per cent compliance with the act. To be compliant, you either need to be immunized or be exempt.

The health unit is currently in the midst of conducting this year's immunization audits. If there is no immunization record, or incomplete information, for a child attending school, they will be sent a letter looking for the records. f there is no response, a second letter will be sent requesting the information again with a date that their child will be suspended from school if the records or exemption is not received.

The health unit encourages parents when their child gets immunized to contact the health unit. Ka-

vanagh said there is a common misunderstanding that doctors and those at the health unit share information.

"I think families think that there is a link between health-care providers and the health unit," she said.

Without reporting to the health unit, there won't be a record of your child's vaccinations, which could lead to a letter being sent home at school looking to collect the up-to-date vaccine records.

There is an online portal to report. Visit the health unit's website (https:// healthunit.org/health-information/immunization/ immunization-notices/) to learn how you can send your child's immunization information.

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RAIL TRANSPORT DECLINE MAJOR BLOW NATIONWIDE JEFF MAGUIRE IS LAMENTING THE REDUCTION IN RAIL FREIGHT SERVICE JEFF MAGUIRE Column

Carleton Place, Ontario is a railway town without any rails. Fortunately there are some well-preserved landmarks and one particularly striking memorial to the railway history of the community my wife and I have called home for the past 43 years.

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The small southwestern Ontario city was shaped, in part, by the railway boom which linked Canada from coast-to-coast in the 19th Century.

The same is true of Carleton Place where I have spent 43 years in the newspaper business. It was a comfortable fit for us, moving to a place that, like St. Thomas, was crisscrossed by busy railway lines. Local natives recall that Carleton Place was once commonly referred to as "The Junction Town."

That's not only because the

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community sits at the junction of provincial Highways 7 and 15, but also because in the late 19th Century and throughout most of the 20th Century the town was also a major railway hub. In 1987 what I call "the series of disasters" which led to the end of the town's proud railway history began. First the passenger rail link to and from Ottawa was severed. Over strong objections voiced by officials in Carleton Place the 28.1 kilometre stretch of rail line, which was then known as the "Nepean Subdivision," was abandoned.

Once the rail company's application was approved you have never seen rail tracks torn up so quickly and efficiently. In the pro-

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With the town now growing to city size the need for commuter rail service has never been greater.

A few short years ago the former north-south rail freight line which linked Mattawa with Smiths Falls, also via Carleton Place, suffered a similar fate.

Now the only remaining reminders of the town's long railway history are the former town railway station, wisely purchased and preserved by the town, along with a former round house which is part of the Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers complex here.

Most recently a truly striking mural featuring "the last train to Carleton

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Place" was expertly painted on the side of the former Edwards Grocery Store at the corner of Franktown Road and Coleman Street. For railway aficionados such as me, the mural serves as a painful reminder of what might have been.

What has happened to the railway in Carleton Place is of course a microcosm of a sad situation which has developed across Canada. The tragic tale I have related here is in fact a form, or mould, which could be perfectly fitted over any number of Canadian communities.

Regina, the provincial capital and second largest city in Saskatchewan, doesn't have passenger rail service. The nearest VIA Rail station is located in Saskatoon, a two and a half-hour drive one-way.

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trains as the chief transporter of goods in this country? Why transport trucks (mainly tractortrailers) of course. Drive on any major roadway in Canada and you are sure to encounter them in huge numbers.

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As Canadians know these big rigs are vitally important to our business and commerce. Yet we wish there weren't so many of them adding to the increasingly heavy traffic volume on our most important highways.

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Sheldon Giff, owner of The Rideau Candy Shoppe at 20 Russell St. E., expects to be out of Smiths Falls by the end of February and hopes to open at his new location on Foster Street in Perth this March.

Giff said, while there were many factors leading to the decision, ultimately the move is best for his business - allowing him to expand and grow. He added that the looming construction on Beckwith Street, scheduled to start this spring, also helped make up his mind. Giff wanted to be clear that it has nothing to do with the parking issue.

At nearly 30 years old, the young business owner

had to look at where he wanted to take his business.

With more retail in downtown Perth, Giff expects that the move will be worth it.

"It's just the next chapter," he said. "At the end of the day, the business owner has the choice of where to go, whether it's for tourism or other factors. It's a chance for me to learn new things."

Giff said that he'll take with him the memories made as a business owner in Smiths Falls.

"People started as customers and became friends," he said. Giff said that the decision was made harder because of all the boards and committees he's sat on in Smiths Falls.

Originally, Giff said that he was trying to find a new location in Smiths Falls this past fall, but there were issues with each space he could find.

When Giff first opened in 2014, he felt that he'd do well because of his roots in Smiths Falls. Giff also thought that his main demographic would be families - but it turned out to be women of retirement age.

"They're coming in for their grandchildren, family," he said. By making the move to Perth, Giff hopes

he can target his main demographic and continue to grow his business that's been doing well since the beginning.

"It's definitely a change," he said. "The towns are completely different."

While some are sad about the move, Giff said the reaction to his relocation has been fairly positive.

"I've had so many customers offer to help with the move," he said.

Giff's customers aren't just drawn from Smiths Falls - they're coming from Perth, Merrickville, Westport and beyond.

Since opening his business in 2014, Giff has been constantly changing and adjusting his product offerings to cater to what customers want.

"Ice cream is the best decision we made," he said.

Giff also started making candy, which is a big hit too.

The candy shop also offers a space for kids' birthday parties, which are exceptionally popular in winter months. Many of those clients are coming from Westport and Perth.

For more information on The Rideau Candy Shoppe, visit: https:// www.facebook.com/TheRideauCandyShoppe/.

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While the core CrossFit community will miss the local offering, cheers to Brouillard and his coaching team for bringing this group together for so long. All the best.

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After six years of bringing a fitness community together, the local CrossFit Box has decided to call it a day. After six years, CrossFit Last Duel, which runs out of the PAC Gym, wrapped up classes this week. Current owner, Mark Brouillard, recently announced he will not be renewing his affiliation with CrossFit, and will be stepping away from coaching.

Best known for its intense WODs (Workout of the Day), CrossFit Last Duel first started out in the St. John Catholic High School gym with Dave Peters leading the classes.

"Dave Peters introduced me to something that changed my life and allowed me to meet so many amazing individuals who shared my passion for CrossFit," stated Brouillard. "The most difficult part of this is leaving and disrupting the community of friends that we know as CrossFit Last Duel."

Last week, a letter was sent home to families whose children attend St. Francis de Sales Elementary School in Smiths Falls.

The letter outlined that, due to increasing enrolment, the school board has decided that Grade 7 and 8 classes will no longer be offered at the newly constructed school for the 2019-2020 academic year. Instead, they'll join the Grade 7/8 division at St. John Catholic High School in Perth.

Understandably shocked, parents were blindsided by the announcement. This change has shifted their expectations of their school offering, especially with the news that their kids will be boarding a bus for Perth at a school with an anticipated new start times of 8 a.m. Huh. But, what do you do? With 25 per cent of St. Francis' enrolment in kindergarten, the enrolment tells a story: Their walls won't be able to hold all their classes.

While the St. Francis school community digests the shift, this

news may be good for St. John.

Over the past decade, the enrolment numbers have continuously decreased and long-serving teachers have been surplused from the school thanks to the low enrolment numbers. By bringing in the St. Francis students in Grade 7, in builds a larger school community at St. John with a better likelihood that the Smiths Falls students will remain at St. John for their high school years.

SOLID BOOK SALE FIND FOR ELI In my last column, I outlined my disappointment for missing the Friends of the Library book sale. To make me feel better, I received a photo from a friend outlining her son's book sale find. It was titled, The Ultimate Book of Monster Trucks. Solid find, Eli. Solid find.

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OVERWHELMING RESPONSE FOR COUNTY'S BR+E PROJECT Response to a call for businesses to participate in face-to-face business visits/surveys across Lanark County continues to impress.

Lanark County, in partnership with Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corporation (CFDC), is delivering the

Business Retention & Expansion (BR+E) Project, which aims to support and strengthen local business across the county.

Through the project, the volunteer and business communities are coming together to help Lanark County and local municipalities better understand business

needs and priorities.

"More than 80 trained volunteer visitors have stepped up to the plate to do the face-to-face, confidential surveys and we have over 100 businesses already agreeing to participate," stated Teri Devine, BR+E co-ordinator, Valley Heartland CFDC.

"Businesses will be able to share information by completing the survey, have any issues or opportunities heard and will be contributing to the development of future projects, programs and priorities that support business across Lanark County," explained Stacie Lloyd, regional economic develop-

ment officer, Valley Heartland CFDC. "Results of the survey will help Lanark County understand the needs of local businesses and help where possible, both now and into the future," added Lanark County chief administrative officer Kurt Greaves.

The Lanark County Business Retention & Expansion (BR+E) Project is a broad sector survey re-

presenting the many sectors and geographies across the county.

There are still spaces available for businesses in the construction, real estate, finance and insurance or agriculture sector, so if you would like to participate, contact Teri Devine, BR+E co-ordinator, at 613283-7002 ext. 111.

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PDCI STUDENTS FIND WAYS TO LESSEN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT Perth and District Collegiate Institute (PDCI) hosted the Community, Youth, Economy, and Environment Conference on Wednesday, Jan. 16.

The conference, organized by the school's leadership class, challenged Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) students to lessen their sector's impact on the environment.

Working in groups, 110 PDCI SHSM students participated in one of seven workshops that encouraged them to find environmental solutions within their specialization. Students enjoyed workshops in Arts, Business, Horticulture and Landscaping, Information and Communications Technology, nonprofit, Sports, and Transportation. The goal was to get students thinking about issues such as global warming, pollution and declining resources, and how changing their

industries can improve the environment.

"It provided an opportunity for our students to think about the connection between themselves, their community, and environmental sustainability and how that links to our economy through the challenges we face," said Elijah Funston, a teacher overseeing the event. "Our young people will have to come up with the solutions we need to be on this planet and have meaningful lives."

Students in each workshop used the Design Thinking process to find those solutions. Design Thinking is a creative process developed by Stanford University that intentionally seeks out people with different perspectives, knowledge, skills and experience and has them work together to create a practical solution for a real-world problem. Transportation students were asked to use the

process to explore what an ideal green vehicle would look like. Arts students were challenged to create a campaign that emphasized environmental sustainability.

Business students sought ways restaurants could

shrink their environmental footprint.

Grade 11 student Caleb Marshall said the conference was helpful because it made him realize the impact we are having on our environment.

"It really put into perspective how much waste our cars generate," he said after attending the transportation workshop. "We watched a video that said thousands of people die in the U.S. every year because of the pollution cars put out."

Do you enjoy helping people in your community in positive ways? We invite you to help facilitate the provision of essential services to people living with dementia and their caregivers. The Alzheimer Society Lanark Leeds Grenville is seeking governance board members.

Please call Don McDiarmid (613-264-8590), Chris Morrison (613-269-2601), or Louise Noble (613-345-7392) or email alz@alzllg.ca for further information.

ENERGY TIP! Check doors for proper insulation. Place your hand against a door from the inside. If it feels cooler than the inside walls, it might be time to install a door that’s better insulated.

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We’re immensely grateful for all of the exemplary medical care she received at the Civic, General and Queensway-Carleton Hospitals, and for the respectful assistance provided by the Pakenham Pharmacy. We are appreciative of the support we received at home from LHIN Home & Community Care as well as from the team at Bayshore Home Health. Special thanks to the amazing nurses, PSWs and staff of the Rosamond Wing of Almonte General Hospital for their superb care, and to Dr. Turcotte for the compassionate professionalism and gentle guidance she provided.

Thank you to Pastor Bill Checkley and everyone at St. Andrew’s United Church for all of the caring work that went into the service and reception that created an unforgettable celebration of Margie’s life. Thanks also to the members of the Pakenham and Almonte Civitan Clubs who shared in the responsibility for the success of the gathering at the community centre. We’ll treasure our memories of the day, and the warm support of everyone throughout the area who participated and contributed and attended. Andre Pilon and the staff of Pilon Family Funeral Home went above and beyond to ensure that our goodbye to Margie was as special as she was.

Words can’t express the depth of gratitude we feel to everyone who lightened our loads and brightened even our most challenging days over the past months. We’re overwhelmed by the love and kindness of the friends, neighbours and businesses that make this community such a special place.

Murray passed away peacefully at the Perth hospital on Friday, February 22nd, 2019 surrounded by the love of his family at the age of 91 years. He was the beloved husband of Muriel (Chamney) Code for almost 65 years, and loving father of Carla (Myron) Rogers, Jamie (Kelly) Code, John (Cheryl) Code and the late Sherry (Fred Collins).

He was the cherished grandfather of Jordan (Jenna), Mitchell, Justin, Kayla and Hayley and great grandfather of Rory Rogers. He will be sadly missed by his brother-in-law Doug Shaw all his family and friends. Murray was predeceased by his parents Howard and Ina (Coleman) Code, and siblings Earl (Marion) Code, Verna (Harry) Ryder, Carmel (Ray) Fergusson and Muriel Shaw. Friends paid their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. West, Perth on Monday, February 25th, 2019 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. Funeral service was held on Tuesday, February 26th, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. in St. Paul’s United Church. Interment Elmwood Cemetery at a later date. As a special request because his granddaughter has Multiple Hereditary Exostoses, contributions in remembrance of Murray, to the Multiple Hereditary Exostoses Research Foundation would be appreciated.

In loving memory of

Wayne Finner

Of Almonte, Ontario who passed away February 18, 2019 at the age of 75.

Beloved husband of Carolyn (nee Ziebarth) for 53 years and devoted father to Christopher (Karen) and Jason (Linda).

Loving grandfather of Wesley, Chloe, Poppy, and Fiona. Son of the late Gert and Charlie Finner of Almonte. Wayne passed away with his wife and sons by his side at the Almonte General Hospital. Predeceased by his siblings Earl (Ollie), Bernard (late Heather), Patsy Hamill (late Jack), John (Ruth), and Dean (Cathy). Wayne enjoyed a 37-year career with Ottawa Hydro working with many respected colleagues and successfully serving for numerous years as the president of the union.

During his retirement, as the unofficial ‘Mayor of Blakeney’, Wayne thoroughly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, socializing over a daily coffee with great friends, and loyally tending to his backyard bird sanctuary. Memorial donations to Hub Hospice Palliative Care are appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Family and Friends may visit on Monday, February 25, 2019 from 10am to 11am in the Holy Name of Mary Parish (134 Bridge St., Almonte, ON.).

Funeral Mass to follow at 11am same day.

Reception Almonte Civitan Hall.

Spring Inurnment St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL Inc. (127 Church Street, Almonte, ON. (613)256-3313) Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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JARVIS, Eva May

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Eva May (Hollister) Jarvis at the Maxville Manor on Thursday February 21, 2019 age 87 years.

Beloved wife of the late Frank ‘Nelson’ Jarvis.

Loved mother of Bill (Cheryl) of Ottawa and Mark (Julie) of Newington. Dear sister of Dorothy Cassel of Morrisburg. Sadly missed by her grandchildren Edward (Amanda) and Patricia (Greg) and her great grandchildren Cydney, Casper and Olivia. Predeceased by her parents William and Iva May (Presley) Hollister and her siblings Doris Donnelly, Roy Hollister (Pearl of Cornwall) and Herb Hollister (Marjorie of Bowmanville. A Service in celebration of Mrs. Jarvis’ life will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday March 2, 2019 at 11am. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.

The family would like to thank the staff at the Maxville Manor for their exceptional care and compassion.

Online condolences may be made at www.brownleefuneralhomes.com.

Morley Evan (Lee) Bartley,

September 28,1930 - February 17, 2019.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of our husband and father, Morley (Lee) Bartley at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, February 17th, 2019 at the Peter D. Clark Long Term Care Centre, in his 89th year. He is survived by his wife Thérèse (Terry); his children Anne and James, Ottawa; John and his wife Sarah, Monteith, Ontario; his grandson Nelson Daniel Bartley, Sakata, Japan; and his sisters Gladys Seabrook (Ernest, deceased) and Helen Trimble (Stirling, deceased), both at Bayfield in Kemptville. He was predeceased, by his parents, Anna Christina McCurdy and Nelson Henry Bartley. Lee grew up on his family’s farm near North Gower. After attending elementary school in Pierces Corners, high school in Kemptville, and Ottawa Normal School in 1949-50, he taught public school for three years, then went on to obtain degrees as a Chartered Accountant and a Cost and Management Accountant.

He taught accounting at Algonquin College for several years eventually becoming Chairman of the Accounting Department, then went to work for the Canada Revenue Agency until he retired in 1986. A man of many interests, Lee owned and, with the help of his family, ran Kanata Orchards, on the Richardson Side Road, as a market garden operation, where he planted an orchard, growing several different types of apples. He also kept bee hives, the honey from which was sold at the farm gate along with a large variety of vegetables.

He was a voracious reader of history, biography and politics. As an avid genealogist, he wrote a book about his maternal ancestors, the McCurdy family, tracing them back to their roots in Ireland as far as the early 1800’s.

Much of the genealogical research he did can be found on various genealogical internet sites. In accordance with his wishes he is being cremated and there will be no visitation and no service. His family extend heartfelt thanks for the excellent care Lee received: to the wonderful staff at the Queensway Carleton Hospital’s Emergency and Rehabilitation Units; to the wonderful staff of the Memory Care Unit at the Revera Barrhaven Retirement Home; and to the exceptionally dedicated, caring and compassionate staff of Bungalow 4 at the Peter D. Clark Long Term Care Centre.

We respectfully request that no cards or flowers be sent. Donations to The Kidney Foundation or the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.

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Perry, Flora Belle

Peacefully with her family by her side, at Port Hope Extendicare, on Sunday February 17, 2019 in her 98th year. Daughter of the late Ernest and Ida (Wood) Lemke. Wife of the late Victor Neil Perry. Mother of Dan (Lois), Smiths Falls; Yvonne (Alvin) Mills, Newcastle & Gayle (Jack) Larock, Yarker. Dearly loved by her grandchildren, great grandchildren & great great grandchildren. Sister of the late John (Gertie), Ralph (Olga), Bill (Marjorie), Oscar (Fern), Archie and Florence (Charlie) Mouck. Cremation has taken place. A grave side service will be held in the spring.

Donations: Alzheimer Society. www.mcconnellfuneralhome.ca

Banford, Marie Louise

Peacefully at Maple View Lodge on Wednesday, February 20, 2019.

Marie Banford, age 93 years. Beloved wife of the late John Alexander “Alex” Banford. Loving mother of Jean (Dale) Fawthrop, John (Norma) Banford and the late Wendy (late Herbert) Headrick.

Cherished grandmother of Katherine, Kurt, Lara, Melissa, Cory, Kimberley and Collin. Great grandmother of Daphne, Adrian, Liam, Emma, Conner, Isaac, Ewan, Abigail, Andi and Alexis. Dear sister of Alice, June, and Joan.

Predeceased her parents Rose Mary and Charles Sellence and her siblings; Wendy, Robert, Stan, Bruce and Bill. Marie will be missed my many close nieces, nephews and extended family. Friends called at Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls for visitation on Saturday, February 23, 2019 from 1:00pm till the time of the service in the Chapel at 2:00pm. Interment will be at a later date. As expressions of sympathy donations to a charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

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O’NEIL, Roger H.

(Retired from Bell Canada) Peacefully at Perth Community Care Centre surrounded by the love of his family on Thursday, February 14, 2019 at the age of 79. Beloved husband of Jacqueline (Gagné) for 55 years. Much loved father of Betty, Peggy (Dan Seward) and Debby (Scott Whittle). Adored grandfather of Alexander, Nicholas, Carolyne, Danice (Travis), Madeline, Kyle and Cameron.

Predeceased by his parents Honoré and Antoinette (Bonnier). Loving brother of Charlotte, Luc (Lucie Dumouchel) and the late Yves. Much loved brother-in-law of Marie Paule (the late Ernest) Ouellet, the late Fernande (Amedé) Ouellet, the late Horace Jr., Gertrude (the late Yves) St. Laurent. Clemence (the late Jos Marie) St. Amand, Jeannine Gagné, the late Charles Henri Gagné, the late Raymond (Rejeanne) Gagné, the late Marc (Huguette) Gagné, the late Emilio, the late Jean Claude (Isabelle) Gagné, Camille (Claire) Gagné, Raymonde Gagné, the late Jean Paul Gagné. Roger will be missed by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. A private family service will be held in the spring. Donations in Roger’s memory may be made to the Perth Community Centre Resident Activity Fund.

STINSON Mary Margaret

Passed away, peacefully in Hospital, Smiths Falls on February 12, 2019 in her 76th year. Beloved wife Donald Stinson. Predeceased by her first husband Eugene Irwin. Loved mother of Lorri (Ryan) Hodder and the late Shawn Stinson.

Cherished grandmother of Curtis Irwin. Mary was predeceased by her brothers Donald and John Coakley and sister Betty Ann Keates. She will be missed by her brothers-in-law Bill (the late Elaine) Stinson and Dave Stinson. Fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. A graveside service will take place at Fairview Cemetery, Dutton, Ontario. Donations in Mary’s name to the Muscular Dystrophy Assoc. or the University of Ottawa Heart Institute would be appreciated.

SAUMURE, Maurice “Moe”

Peacefully, at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, on Wednesday, February 13, 2019, at the age of 83. Loving husband of Evelyn (nee Ventura). Dear father of Bruce (Darlene) and Leanne (Geoff). Proud grandfather of Christopher (Lindsay), Jessica, Bradley (Shayna), and Ian (Amy). Will be missed by his great grandchildren Garret, Serenity, Ellyauna, Nathan, Kaydence and Bentley.

Friends visited the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home on Sunday, February 17, 2019, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday at St. Mary’s Church 28 Hawthorne Street, Carleton Place, at 11:00 a.m. Inurnment will be held at Capital Memorial Gardens 3700 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa, on Wednesday, February 20, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. For those who wish, a donation to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.

STEELE, Muriel A.

STEWART, Florence Catherine (nee Burns)

DOUCETTE, Larry John

It is with deep sadness and sorrow that the Doucette/Lackey families share the news of Larry’s passing on Thursday, February 14, 2019, in his 56th year. Larry fought courageously to the end and while we grieve his loss, we know that he is now at peace and free of pain. Larry was the son of Gloria (Lackey) and the late Clarence Doucette. His loving grandparents Jack and Ann Lackey and Clarence Doucette and his cousin Cheryl Robbins also predeceased him. Loved ones left to mourn his loss are his mother Gloria Doucette, sister Vicki (Kori) Porter, daughters, Whitney, Beth and Kyla Doucette. He will also be greatly missed by his grandsons Aydan and Austin as well as his nephew and niece Josh and Madison Porter. Larry will also be remembered and sadly missed by his many Aunts and Uncles, Patsy (the late Mike Dube), Jacqueline (Tom) Valliquette, Dave (Marie) Lackey, Tony (Kim) Lackey, Karen (Mike) Julian, Kim (John) Ryan, Fred (the late Jane) Doucette and Diane Dowdall (Scott MacDonald). He will also be sadly missed and remembered by his many cousins. Larry was born in Perth on August 24, 1963 and lived in Perth until his family re-located to Edmonton in 1977. Larry’s passion for vehicles led him to a career as a transport driver and he was a valued employee to his supervisors. Larry enjoyed spending time with his daughters and grandchildren and he treasured these times.

“When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.”

Florence passed away peacefully in her 96th year at the Perth War Memorial Hospital on Friday, February 22nd, 2019. She was predeceased by her husband Roger McNicol Stewart, their son Colin, son-in-law Lloyd Parker, and her four siblings. Florence was the loving mother of Wendy (Lloyd) and Cheryl (Harold), devoted grandmother of Tracey, Tammie (Paul), Adam (Stephanie), Matthew (Amanda), Taryn, Brad, Greg and Sharon, and very proud greatgrandmother of Brennan, Holden, Marley, Abbie, Sawyer and Soren. As proud residents of Perth for many decades, Florence and Roger were committed members of the Order of the Eastern Star, St. Paul’s United Church, and the Couples Club. In her later years, Florence also became a passionate reader and supporter of the Perth Union District Library.

She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. West, Perth on Saturday, March 2nd, 2019 from 10:00 to12:00 Noon with funeral service in the Blair & Son Chapel at 12:00 Noon. A reception for family and friends will follow in the Blair & Son Family Centre. In remembrance of Florence, contributions to Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation of the Hopetown Church would be appreciated.

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MILFORD Montgomery John “Monty”

On Sunday February 17th, 2019 at the Rosamond Wing, Almonte General Hospital. Cherished husband of Barbara, beloved father of Chris (Sherry), Kerry (Katheryn), and Todd (Michelle). Proud grand-father of Caitlin (Andreas), Matthew, Devon, Carly, Kolton, Ella and great-grandfather of Adeline and Thomas.

Monty’s Motto: “Be proud of your accomplishments, Believe in yourself, and always help others!”

A special thank you to Dr. Buckley, Dr. Drake, Dr. Figurado and Resident Laurel Charlesworth the nursing staff at the Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital and the Rosamond Wing, Almonte General Hospital - for their telephone calls, kindness, smiles and excellent care. A graveside Funeral will be held in early summer at the Anglican Cemetery, Almonte, Ontario with Reverend Jonathon Kouri officiating. For those who wish, a donation to the Alzheimer Society or St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Almonte, Ontario, would be sincerely appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com

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Davies, Sheila Ann

Peacefully with her loving family by her side at the Smiths Falls District Hospital on Thursday, February 21, 2019 at the age of 82 years.

Beloved wife of the late Eric Davies.

Much loved mother of Mark (Val) and Nigel (Joan). Treasured grandmother of Nicole and her honorary granddaughter Julianne. Cherished special friend of Fran Alexander. Fondly remembered by her family in England. The family wish to acknowledge and thank all the doctors, nurses and staff at the Smiths Falls District Hospital for their tremendous care, compassion and support over Sheila’s last few days. In honour of Sheila, contributions can be made to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation.

Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son, 15 Gore St. W. Perth.

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Greene, Mary Harriet Nee Jessup

Peacefully on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 in her 103 year. Beloved wife of the late William John “Bill” Greene. Loving mother of Mary Ellen Louise Boomgaardt (Riemer).

Cherished grandmother of Najma (Rick Keindel), Mary Rachel (Paul Canning), Aisling and William Bram (Katelyn Weedmark). Loved great-grandmother of Isla Mary, Kyra and Fraser. Predeceased by her parents James Benjamin Jessup and Mary Louisa Smallpiece.

Dear sister of Violet Kinder (the late Joe) and the late Rachel Hartwick, Esther Pilgrim, Hubert, Harry, Arthur, Clifford and Percy Jessup and Alice O’Connor. Friends may visit at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes 3440 Richmond Rd, Nepean, ON (between Bayshore and Baseline Rd.) on Friday, March 1, 2019 from 7 to 9 p.m. then at McPhail and Perkins Funeral Home, 85 Munroe Avenue E. Renfrew, ON on Saturday, March 2, 2019 from 10 a.m.until time of service in the chapel at 11:30 a.m.

Reception to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

Condolences, memories or donations may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com

SMITH, Patricia (Pat)

Peacefully at the Groves Park Lodge in Renfrew in the early morning hours of Sunday, February 24, 2019; Patricia Katherine Smith of Arnprior passed away at the age of 89. Beloved wife of the late Nicholas “Nick” Smith (December 4, 2003). Dearly loved and devoted mother of Peter (Christina Green) of Arnprior and Jennifer Smith (Gary Scholl) of Braeside. Cherished and proud grandmother of Tyler and Matthew. Dear sister of Maureen Dauphinais (late Dr. Joseph) of Dunedin, Florida. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Pat always placed her family first.

She also devoted years of service to the Arnprior Hospital Auxiliary; the Opportunity Shop; The Catholic Women’s League as well as several other community organizations. Pat was awarded a Life Membership in the Canadian Association of Healthcare Auxiliaries. She also received the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal for volunteerism in a hospital auxiliary. She has left her mark in our community. She has earned her rest. Pat’s final care has been entrusted to the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior where visitation was held on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Wednesday from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in St. John Chrysostom Church, Arnprior on Wednesday morning, February 27th, 2019 at 11 o’clock. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery in Arnprior. In memory of Pat, please consider a donation to the St. John Chrysostom Church Memorial Fund or The Grove Nursing Home Redevelopment Fund. Members of the CWL assembled at the funeral home for prayers on Tuesday afternoon at 3:30.

Condolences/Memories/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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Long Time Member of the Eastern Star Chapter #130 Peacefully in Perth on February 22, 2019 Muriel Adaaliza (Campbell) Steele in her 106th year. Beloved wife of the late Ernie Steele who predeceased her on December 23, 1996. Mother of Wanda Visser and Wayne (Virginia) Steele. Grandmother of Lori (Brian Booth), Marc (Tammy) Visser, Tracy (Anthony) Durant and Janice Steele.

Great Grandmother of Taylor Visser, McKayla and Isaac Durant, Bryce and Aiden Fritz.

Survived by sisters Janet Wright and Joan Scales and sisters-in-law Jean Campbell and Wim Petroff and many nieces, and nephews.

Predeceased by her parents Elgin and Muriel (Hamilton) Campbell, her siblings and their spouses; Eileen (Bob) Baldwin, Evelyn (Bill) Maynard, Sonny (Charlotte) Campbell, Glenn Campbell, Harry (Ruby) Campbell, Doreen (Gib) Hopkinson and Joyce (Chuck) Rinneard.

Also predeceased by brothers-in-law Herb Wright, Lyle Scales and Ted (late Thelma) Steele, son-in-law Harry Visser and granddaughter Lori Lee Visser-Booth. Friends paid their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. West, Perth on Wednesday, February 27, 2019 from 11:00am until the time we celebrate Muriel’s life in the chapel at 12:00 noon. Reception followed in the Blair & Son Family Reception Centre.

Interment to take place at Elmwood Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Royal Canadian Legion, Poppy Fund or a charity of your choice.

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KEELING Mary Eileen (nee Allen)

Wilson, Ron

Ron passed away at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute on Saturday, February 23, 2019 at the age of 68 years. Beloved husband of Susan Klimchuk (MacNair). Loving father of Tami Klimchuk (Kelly) and Diane Thomson (Bill).

Cherished grandfather of Jamie, Christopher, Bradley and Kaitlyn. Ron will be sadly missed by his sisters-in-law Debbie MacNair (Blair Harris) and Barbara Cusson (Terry); numerous cousins and friends. Family and friends are invited to visit the Kemptville Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry, 805 Prescott Street, Kemptville on Thursday February 28, 2019 from 2 to 4 pm & 7 to 9 pm. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, March 1, 2019 at 11:00 am.

Interment at the St. Paul’s Anglican Cemetery at a later date. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation or Children’s Hospital or Eastern Ontario.

Condolences/Tributes/Donations Hulse, Playfair & McGarry www.hpmcgarry.ca 613-258-2435

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Mary passed away peacefully in Ottawa on February 22, 2019 at the age of 89 years and went home to be with the Lord.

She was predeceased by her husband Peter Ernest Keeling and was devoted mother of Philip (Elaine) Keeling and Elizabeth Keeling (Jacques Charpentier). Mary was the cherished grandmother of Andrew Keeling and Megan Keeling (Paul Danis) and great grandmother to Owen and Jillian Danis.

She will be sadly missed by her brother William (Marie) Allen, sister-in-law Shirley Hood (Keeling) in England, and friends. Mary and Peter owned The Word Christian Book Store in Perth from 1994 to 2014. Many thanks to the dedicated staff at Robertson House in Ottawa.

Mary was a member of St. James Church in Perth and prior St. James in Carleton Place.

Family and friends are invited to join together for a funeral service to be held in St. James Anglican Church, Perth Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 11 AM, followed by a reception in the church hall. In memory of Mary, contributions may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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To Our Parents CASSELL - In memory of our Mom, Doreen P. Cassell who passed away on January 21, 2016. Our Dad, John R. Cassell on March 4, 1992.

Not a day goes by your name does not come up.

We never did without, we always had food, clean clothes and when we needed anything you made sure we had it.

One wish we have today is to have you both back, even for a little while.

But we know you are with us every minute of the day and night. See you both someday.

You both are with the angels.

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TRIMBLE, Vera - In loving memory of a dear Mother, Nanny and Great Grandmother who left us on March 4, 2014.

We lost a mother with a heart of gold, How much we miss her can never be told.

She shared our troubles and helped us along, If we follow her footsteps we will never go wrong.

With all our love Terrie and family

Love always Ann, Faye and Glenn

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IN MEMORIAM

Dorothy Paul October 28, 1926 - February 14, 2018

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Edith Ella Gilfillen In loving memory of our dear sister who passed away on February 19, 2017.

It is sometimes hard to know why, Somethings happen as they do.

It seems so hard to comprehend, That you are no longer here.

But all the happy memories, Will help to keep you near.

You are thought of often Edith, With each mention of your name.

Death cannot change a single thing, The love will still remain.

Until we meet again Sisters Betty, Esther, Maxine and families

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CROSS, Roy – In loving memory of our beloved Roy, who passed away on March 3, 2004.

It’s been 15 long years since your passing.

The years may pass but still you stay, As near and dear as yesterday.

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

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

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered Wife Jean and family

Mom February 24, 2016 May the winds of heaven blow softly, And whisper in your ear, How much we love and miss you, And wish that you were here.

Forever loved Forever remembered Lori, Asher and Mason

If roses grow in Heaven Lord Please pick a bunch for us Place them in our Mother’s arms and tell her they’re from us.

Place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for a while Because remembering her is easy, we do it everyday, But there is an ache within our hearts That will never go away.

Love, Joe and Kathy and family Jim and Nancy and family

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Terry Sweeney March 2, 2017 You meant so much to all of us, You were special and that’s no lie, You brightened up the darkest day, And the cloudiest sky.

Your smile alone warmed hearts, Your laugh was like music to hear, I would give absolutely anything, To have you well and standing near.

When you suffered, you told few, You never deserved what you went through, Tired and weary, you made no fuss, But tried hard to stay with us.

Not a second passes, When you’re not on our minds, Your love we will never forget.

Sadly missed and in our hearts forever Mom, Dad and family

William Arthur (Bucky )Buchanan Smiths Falls Firefighter 30 years September 22, 1948 - February 27, 2009 In loving memory of a husband, father and grandfather.

Ten years ago you left us very quickly, No time to say goodbye, You were gone before we knew it, Only Heaven really knows why.

We have all grown so very much, But you know that from up high, We hold no hard feelings, You did what you did to get by.

We still think of you, talk about you, And shed that silent tear for you.

Missed and not forgotten Love Cheryl Melissa, Corry, Samantha, Todd, Tammy, Alicia and Alanna

BARBER - In loving memory of our son, brother, and uncle, Tony Donald, who God took to be his little angel, 26 years ago today, March 10th, 1993.

Thinking Of You With Love We thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new.

We thought about you yesterday, and days before that too.

We think of you in silence, we often speak your name.

All we have are memories, and your picture in a frame.

Your memory is our keepsake, with which we will never part.

God has you in His keeping, we have you in our hearts.

A million times we’ve wanted you.

A million times we’ve cried.

If love could only have saved you, you never would have died.

It broke our hearts to lose you.

But you did not go alone.

For part of us went with you…. the day God called you home.

-Author UnknownForever in our hearts, Love Mom and Leo Samantha and Amanda Faith and Zackary

BROWNLEE, Don March 3, 2014 In loving memory of our wonderful husband, dad and papa.

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

No farewell words were spoken, No time to say goodbye, You were gone before we knew it, And only God knows why.

Our hearts still ache in sadness, And secret tears still flow, What it meant to lose you, No one can ever know.

But now we know you want us, To mourn for you no more, To remember all the happy times, Life still has much in store.

Since you’ll never be forgotten, We pledge to you today, A hallowed place within our hearts, Is where you’ll always stay.

Sadly missed and forever loved Patricia, Jerry and Carol, Gay and Bob, Bruce and Debbie, Barbara and Wilford, Colleen and Heinz Grandkids and Great-grandchild

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BOOTHBY, EILEEN - March 3, 2017 Till memory fades and life departs, You live forever in our hearts.

Love Dan Dale and Shelly Cindy and Ben and families

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We hold her close our heart, We miss her so much.

She was someone special, Someday, we don’t know when, We never said goodbye.

Always loved, remembered and sadly missed John, Jeffery, Brian and families, grandchildren, nephews and nieces.

McFADDEN - In loving memory of Shawn, who passed away February 25, 2016.

Deep in our hearts there’s a picture, More precious than silver or gold.

‘Tis a picture of a dear son and brother, Whose memory will never grow old.

Forever in our hearts Mickey and Tina Justin, Cassie, Kristine and Nikki

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Maple Vale Cemetery Association Annual Meeting, Thurs., March 7, 2019, 7 p.m., Van Horne Manor, 25 Van Horne Avenue, Smiths Falls. First room on the left from front entrance.

Anyone with interest in the cemetery is welcome.

Piano Tuner Technician for all your piano needs.

Call Lionel Pauze.

1-613-278-2017.

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

Colonel By Luxury adult apartments. Close to County Fair Mall in Smiths Falls. Air conditioning, exercise room, party room, library and elevator. 613-283-9650.

Cash paid for private collections, estates, business Liquidations & more. Call or text Dan 613-285-4224 Cedar pickets, rails, post & mill logs for sale. Call or text 613-913-7958.

Dan Peters Sales Centre.

We buy & sell quality used appliances. 3768 Hwy 43 West, Smiths Falls. Call or text Dan 613-285-4224.

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LIVESTOCK

FARM WANTED: Looking to move to the area in the next 8-12 months.

I’m looking for a property large enough to support 50+ head of cattle, ideally, 250+ acres with some bush as well.

House can need some repairs/renovations. Outbuildings can require renovation / repairs as well. If you are thinking of selling your farm, or know of someone who is selling privately, please contact Richard at 613 290 2211.

One six year old Canadian mare, black in colour. Asking $3,000. Also one 10 year old miniature stallion. Asking $350.

Call 613-349-9134.

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

Contact Bob Perkins at 613-342-6030.

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER

8 Acres, home, 2 br, 2 bath, livingroom, den, basement partially finished. Disability aides, attached garage. 480 sq ft.

Carport, passive solar.

Radiant floor heat. Wood stove. Appliances, fridge, Large 2 Bedroom Apt. in stove, dishwasher, dryer, town of Perth, heat and washer.

Covered shed hydro extra, seniors 1500 sq ft. Open shed welcome. $975/month. 2000 sq ft. Golf nearby.

613-267-5746. assessed $370,000.

613-304-0963 Agriculture FOR RENT: Quiet Peace- equipment available by arful Condo. 2 bedrooms 1 rangement. bathroom. Located in a peaceful part of Carleton Place. This third floor HOME/PROPERTIES condo with elevator WANTED comes with all kitchen appliances also washer and dryer. All amenities BUYER WAITING for such as hydro and cable hobby farm any size solare extra. $1,450.00 Per id 3-4 bedroom home for cash. Soon or spring Month 613-915-5860. time. Call Gerry Hudson: Quiet Rural 3 Bedroom 1-613-449-1668. Sales Home, no pets, no smok- Representative of Remax ing. $1800/mnth, utilities Riverview Realty Ltd. included. Monday-Friday, Brokerage.

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CASH UP to 2 million for Available immediately. good dairy or beef farm with reasonable buildREAL ESTATE ings and 2-3 bedroom FOR SALE BY OWNER home. Any location considered. Gerry Hudson: MERRICKVILLE WIND- 1-613-449-1668. Sales ER WONDERLAND; Representative of Remax Spotless 2 bedroom Riverview Realty Ltd. home with room for ad- Brokerage. ditional rooms to be developed in basement. 2 HELP ME find a 2-3 bedbathrooms on 3 acres. room home with or withTeeming with wildlife, out acreage Perth or $169 000. Call Gerry Smith Falls area for H u d s o n : cash. Call Gerry Hudson: 1-613-449-1668. Sales 1-613-449-1668. Sales Representative of Remax Representative of Remax Riverview Realty Ltd. Riverview Realty Ltd. Brokerage.

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HOME/PROPERTIES WANTED MY CLIENT pays cash for vacant land and waterfront property. Any area considered. Call Gerry Hudson: 1-613-449-1668. Sales Representative of Remax Riverview Realty Ltd. Brokerage.

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

613-899-7269.

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

My client buys all types 613-250-0290. of property in need of repair and renovation for Sewing and Alterations cash. Call Gerry Hud- by Pauline. By appointson: 1-613-449-1668. ments only. 613-329-1270 Sales Representative of Remax Riverview Realty WORK WANTED Ltd. Brokerage.

Looking For Waterfront Lot: 1+ acre lot on Mississippi Lake in Carleton Place or Beckwith to build home. Please contact Stephanie 613-915-3949 or stephanie@stonefieldswed dings.com.

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS No job too small!

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

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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.

Overeaters Anonymous 613-264-5158 Thanks to St. Jude for favours received. DAC

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MYERS, Donald - In loving memory of my husband Don Myers who passed away March 4, 2003.

We are sending a dove to heaven, With a parcel on its wings, Be careful when you open it, It is full of beautiful things.

Inside are a million kisses, Wrapped up in a million hugs, To say how much we miss you, And send you all our love.

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

Always remembered Shirley and family WRIGHT - In loving memory of a dear husband, Norman who passed away February 28, 2015.

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

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

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

Greatly loved and missed by your wife Faye

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MARCH

Calendar

Job Retention

Mar 7 / 10:00–11:30 / Free workshop / Learn techniques to keep a new job.

Food Handler certificate

Mar 13 / 9:00–4:00 / $55 cash or cheque / Training day & exam / Register by Mar 6th.

March break: Resume fix up

Mar 14 / 10:00–11:30 / Free workshop / Just for high school students.

JOB FAIR: 25 businesses are hiring

Mar 21 / 1:00–4:00 / at Perth Legion / Free / Job seekers ages 15 to 65+.

How to apply to online jobs

Mar 28 / 10:00–11:30 / Free workshop /

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40 Sunset Blvd. Perth Open Mon.–Fri. THIS EMPLOYMENT ONTARIO SERVICE IS FUNDED BY THE GOVERNMENT OF ONTARIO AND ADMINISTERED BY ALGONQUIN COLLEGE.

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The Only Way, Personal and Small Business Tax Preparation. Certified and Professional, prompt and efficient service. Patricia Wanted - furnace oil, will Hendry in Business for 20 remove tank if possible. years. 613-200-0559 (home).

FOR SALE: 2 single beds Answering service available. sold with Posturepedic Call 613-479-2870. mattress, frame, box FOR RENT spring and a Roxton headboard. Each bed is Wanted for scrap: cars, trucks, vans and applianc1 bedroom country apart$350 or $600 for both. es. Phone 613-551-6698. ment. All utilities included Excellent condition. Call except hydro. Washer/dry613-865-8645. er, Sat. TV, Internet and 2 VEHICLES parking spots included.

FIREWOOD $900/mth May 1st Call Nissan Altima Amy 613 258 2699.

Adding warmth to your life 2006 S3.5L. New brakes, tires, for over 25 years. Cut, split or log lengths. Deliv- catalytic converter, very 1 Room for rent, 42 ered or picked up. Phone well maintained. Mainte- Church St West, Smiths Greg Knops cell: nance records available. Falls, full-time working Runs very well. quiet person, all inclusive, 613-340-1045 259,000kms.

Asking $120/wk. 613-812-2400.

613-658-3358 after 7pm $2500. Call 613-269-3084 Lumber Pine, Hemlock, or Carleton Place, 1 bedHardwood for barn, buildroom granny suite, all ining, or repairs /horse shel- Wanted: Classic & Vintage clusive, $1400/month. ters & garden sheds. cars & trucks. Please call Available immediately.

613-267-5772 Mark 613-360-2699.

613-257-5094 between 9-2.

Peters, Janice Lynne (McCurdy) - In Loving Memory of a dear Wife, Mother and Grandma, who left us one year ago on February 28th, 2018.

Beside your grave we often stand, with hearts both crushed and sore, Silent till the sweet words come, please don’t cry anymore.

We do not need a special day to bring you to our minds, For the days we do not think of you, are very hard to find.

If all this world were ours to give, we’d give it, yes and more, To see the face of Mom come smiling through the door.

Sadly Missed by, Doug Jennifer, Lance and Jane, Amanda and Travis Matheson Grandson Finley

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BOOTHBY, Eileen - In loving memory of a dear sister-in-law who passed away March 3, 2017.

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

Place a kiss upon her cheek, And hold her for a while.

Because remembering her is easy, We do it every day, But there is an ache within our hearts, That will never go away.

Love Elaine and Family

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HUFF, Sheila Mae (nee Killingbeck) December 15, 1943 - March 2, 2018 In loving memory of my wife, mother and grandmother. Predeceased by sons Christopher John June 12, 1962 - December 4, 2010 and Peter Michael January 19, 1964 - January 14, 2018.

She never looked for praises, She was never one to boast She just kept on working, For those she loved the most.

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Lanark County seeks applications for a Regular Full-Time Junior Technologist in our Public Works Department starting as soon as possible.

Trans Tank Systems is seeking a licenced 310T Mechanic or 2nd/3rd year apprentice to complete their team in Kinburn. Competitive wages and benefits available. email resume to parts@transtanksystems.com or fax to 613-832-4799

REGULAR FULL-TIME JUNIOR TECHNOLOGIST (POSTING #PW2019-004)

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JOB POSTING ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT PUBLIC WORKS Tay Valley Township is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant – Public Works. Reporting to the Public Works Manager, the Administrative Assistant – Public Works will be responsible for providing clerical support to the Public Works Manager, preparing and submitting reports to Provincial Ministries and agencies, preparing tender documents, monitoring agreements and contracts, and coordinating environmental services, fleet management and tracking, work orders and inspections, among other public works related duties. A detailed job description is available on the Township website at www.tayvalleytwp.ca.

As the preferred candidate you will have attained postsecondary education in office administration and/or the public works/environmental services field. Successful completion of the Municipal Administration Program and municipal training will be considered an asset. Excellent communication skills, strong time management and organizational skills are essential, as well as excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel and GIS. Experience in a municipal environment will be considered an asset.

The wage range is $23.54 to $26.15 (2019 rates) per hour, based on a 35 hour work week. A comprehensive benefit package is available to all employees.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a covering letter and resume clearly marked “Administrative Assistant – Public Works”, prior to 12:00 noon, March 11, 2019, to: Tay Valley Township Attn: Clerk 217 Harper Road, Perth, ON K7H 3C6 or e-mail: clerk@tayvalleytwp.ca Tay Valley Township is an equal opportunity employer, committed to ensuring all candidates are able to participate in the interview process fully and equally. If contacted for employment, please let us know if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information collected from applications is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used to determine qualifications for employment. Questions about the collection of Information should be directed to the Clerk at the address indicated above.

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Permanent and Contract FT and/or PT Residential Counsellor Aides $20.52/hr Smiths Falls and Almonte Mills Community Support Corporation is seeking Residential Counsellor Aides in Smiths Falls and Almonte area. We are a multiservice agency with one of its functions being a provider of support services to individuals with intellectual disabilities.

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MANDATE: Design and preparation of construction tenders; perform construction quality assurance inspections for construction projects; maintain road and trail infrastructure asset management databases; and review and provide recommendation for municipal permit applications.

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Mills CoMMunity support

310T Mechanic/apprenTice

Explore this rewarding opportunity and learn more about the requirements for this position, including application deadline, by visiting job opportunities on our website at: www.lanarkcounty.ca

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Lanark County’s – Lanark Lodge, “People Caring for People”, is a 163 bed Long Term Care Home accredited with Accreditation Canada that strives to provide progressive resident centered care for our residents in an atmosphere of respect that fosters independence and fulfillment. We are seeking a self-motivated professional change agent for the following temporary full-time position as soon as possible to approximately August 31st, 2019.

TEMPORARY FULL TIME (6 month contract with possible extension) STAFFING FINANCE CLERK (POSTING #LL2019-088) MANDATE: Prepares and maintains confidential in-house records and facility-specific staffing schedules and job posting information for support services and dietary departments.

Maintains payroll/scheduling data in the time and attendance system. Performs accounts payable/accounts receivable duties related to resident billings and trust. Provides reception/ clerical support as required.

For further details including qualifications and application deadline, visit our website at www.lanarkcounty.ca

Full Time Medical Receptionist The Elliot Street Clinic 12 Elliot St., Perth, ON K7H 3A3 Job Requirements: • Completion of Medical Administration Program • Experience working in a family physician office with multiple physicians • Provide Administrative service to patients.

Complete general administrative duties as required.

• Strong applied knowledge in computer applications • Provide excellent patient service and interpersonal skills • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills • Excellent Problem solving skills and demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team.

• Exceptional organizational, time management and prioritization skills • Ability to work well under pressure and handle difficult situations in a calm manner Please email resume and cover letter to Trisha Fielding at elliotclinic@gmail.com by March 15, 2019. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum education & skill requirement: PSW, DSW , S.S.G.D., SSW or, Mental Health Worker, related post-secondary training or equivalent field related experience is preferred.

• Experience in Community Residential Services and Programming as related to intellectually delayed persons, with knowledge and experience in Applied Behaviour Analysis.

• A mature and conscientious individual who is creative and flexible • Valid G driver’s license, driver’s license, possession of a vehicle for work and appropriate insurance.

Please forward resume to: Mills Community Support Corporation 67 Industrial Drive, P.O. Box 610 Almonte, ON K0A 1A0 Attention: Patti Fee, Director, Corporate Services Fax: (613) 256-1185 E-Mail: pfee@themills.on.ca Website: www.themills.on.ca We are sorry, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted HELP WANTED

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

HELP WANTED HELP WANTED: Argue Construction Ltd., Carp, is looking for Superintendents, Carpenters and Labourers to join our team.

Please forward resume to: info@argueconstruction.ca

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

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

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Lanark renfrew HeaLtH & Community ServiCeS Primary Care PHySiCian emPLoyment oPPortunity Primary Care Physician 0.4FTE Permanent North Lanark Community Health Centre A part of Lanark Renfrew Health & Community Services 207 Robertson Drive Lanark, Ontario K0G 1K0 North Lanark Community Health Centre (NLCHC) is seeking a dynamic Primary Care Physician to join our interprofessional team.

This is a permanent, hourly position starting April 1, 2019. In addition to providing primary care in a multi-disciplinary setting, this position includes responsibilities for telephone on-call on a rotation basis.

For a complete job description please visit our website at http:// www.nlchc.on.ca/Employment.asp. For more information or to submit your curriculum vitae please contact: Morgan Hawn A/Director of Health Services mhawn@nlchc.on.ca 613-259-2372 ext 2441

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

260 Lombard Street Hwy 15, Smiths Falls Open 9 to 5 7 days a week

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

- Online Auction -

Tool & Construction Material For Allegiant Contracting @ handsauction.com Bidding opens Friday, March 1 @ 9 a.m.

Bidding Closes Thursday, March 7 @ 7 p.m.

Preview Monday, March 4 from 4 – 6 p.m. at 3512 County Rd 27, Brockville, ON Allegiant Contracting is closing down its residential renovation division and will be replacing it with project management and general contracting services. Most of the items being sold are less than 3 years old and are no longer required as part of the Company’s new direction.

Pick up of your purchases is Friday, March 8 from 12 noon – 6 p.m. at 3512 County Road 27, Brockville, ON

5501 County Road 15, RR #2, Brockville, ON K6V 5T2 Phone: (613) 926-2919 E-mail: auction@handsauction.com www.handsauction.com

FOR THE ESTATE OF MR. HARLOW MILLER SUN MAR 3 2019 PREVIEW @ 9AM SALE STARTS@ 10 AM SHARP! MARSHALLS AUCTION HOUSE #2913 CTY RD 21 SPENCERVILLE ON This estate sale will feature modern household furniture, accents, collectibles, many new in box items, violin, wood carving (local artist) & much more.

Auctioneers note: Large sale of top quality merchandise see you at the sale. For a more detailed list w/ photos, terms of sale go to www.lmauctions.ca CLS876349_0228

Shop and Flea Market

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Auction Sale

Auction 10 a.m. – Viewing 9 a.m.

CLASSY ESTATE AUCTION!

Samick baby grand piano, CONN electric organ, good clean furniture & household items, antiques, collectibles and much more!

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

Listing subject to change. Everything sells as is.

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

Auctioneer: Jim Beere 613-326-1722

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FORM 6 SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER Municipal Act, 2001 Ontario Regulation 181/03, Municipal Tax Sale Rules

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ONE (1) BACKHOE LOADER WITH EXTENDABLE DIPPERSTICK ATTACHMENT AND FOURWHEEL DRIVE ONE (1) TANDEM PLOW TRUCK SEALED TENDERS, on forms supplied by the Corporation of Tay Valley Township, will be received at the Municipal Office, at the address indicated below, until 1:00 p.m. local time, as determined by the clock on the computer located in the reception area of the Municipal Office, on Thursday, March 21st, 2019. Tenders will be opened, in public, at the Municipal Office immediately following closing.

Tender packages may be picked up at the Municipal Office or downloaded from the Township website at www.tayvalleytwp.ca.

For further information contact: Tay Valley Township Amanda Mabo, Clerk T: 613-267-5353 ext. 130 217 Harper Road E: clerk@tayvalleytwp.ca Perth, Ontario K7H 3C6 www.tayvalleytwp.ca

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TOWNSHIP OF DRUMMOND/ NORTH ELMSLEY TENDER # 2019-01 DUFFERIN ROAD RECONSTRUCTION Sealed Tenders on forms provided by the Township will be received in envelopes clearly marked as “Tender # 201901, Township of Drummond / North Elmsley – Dufferin Road Reconstruction” and addressed to “Mr. Scott Cameron, Public Works Manager, Township of Drummond / North Elmsley, 310 Port Elmsley Road, R.R.#5 Perth, ON, K7H 3C7” until 1:00 p.m. local time on:

Friday, March 22nd, 2019 The Township of Drummond / North Elmsley Township is reconstructing Dufferin Road from Highway 7 approximately 850m west to the Township Boundary. The works include: asphalt milling, pulverizing of existing road surface, supply/ placement of granulars and asphalt paving. Road crossing culverts will be replaced and drainage improvements performed with disturbed areas being treated with topsoil and seed. Full details of the project scope have been included in the tender package. The estimated major quantities are: Earth Excavation, Ditch Rehabilitation – 850 m Asphalt Removal, Partial Depth (Milling)- 5200 m2 Pulverize (150mm depth) – 5,200 m2 Installation of Road Crossing Culverts – 45 m Granular ‘A’ – 2,800 t Hot Mix Asphalt – 900 t The Form of Tender is available for pick-up from the Township of Drummond / North Elmsley Office at the address above, after 1:00 p.m., Monday, March 11th, 2019.

A charge of $50 will be collected for all tenders being picked up at the Township office. *The lowest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted.* If you should require further information regarding this tender, questions will be accepted up to Friday, March 15th, with addenda being issued up to Tuesday, March 19th.

Please contact: Monica Shade, P.Eng Project Engineer T. (613) 714-4628 m.shade@mcintoshperry.com

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Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on March 6, 2019, at the Tay Valley Township Municipal Office, 217 Harper Road, Perth Ontario.

The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Tay Valley Township Municipal Office, 217 Harper Road, Perth.

Description of Lands: Roll No. 09 11 914 015 08110 0000; PIN 05313-0151 (LT); Part Lot 9 Concession 1 South Sherbrooke designated Part 2, Plan 27R5196; S/T RS25051; Township of Bathurst Burgess Sherbrooke; File No.17-01 Minimum Tender Amount: $13,587.34 Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount.

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and any taxes that may be applicable, such as a land transfer tax and HST. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.

For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender, visit: www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or if no internet access available, contact: Laurie Hall Deputy Treasurer/Tax Collector The Corporation of Tay Valley Township 217 Harper Road RR # 4 Perth ON K7H 3C6 (613) 267-5353 Ext. 125 www.tayvalleytwp.ca

GLEN TAY AND NOONAN BRIDGE REHABILITATIONS SEALED TENDERS, on forms supplied by the Corporation of Tay Valley Township, will be received at the Municipal Office, at the address indicated below, until 1:00 p.m. local time, as determined by the clock on the computer located in the reception area of the Municipal Office, on Thursday, March 7th, 2019. Tenders will be opened, in public, at the Municipal Office immediately following closing.

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Lanark Civitan Hall Saturday March 9, 2019

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TWO CATS FEATURED AT LANARK ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY THIS WEEK Lanark Animal Welfare Society is featuring two cats this week.

PETS OF THE WEEK FRED is nine months old and has a lot of love to give. He just needs a patient partner and he might need an extra minute to find his courage. If you are patient enough to tap into it — and if you understand that for now he’d love to keep all four paws on the ground — you and Fred can be

buddies. He might need a quiet home and a little understanding, but once he feels safe, he will be loyal to you all his days. Will you take a chance on Fred? You’ll never regret it!

HASHBROWN — How can you not fall in love with this sweet looking face? Hashbrown arrived not long ago at LAWS and is now available at Natural Pet Foods. He is about five years old and comes with a lot of hugs and kisses to

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share. He’s an amazing large male cat with lovely markings. He is very friendly and loves to keep himself well-groomed. Hashbrown is a true gem to call your own. First come first served, so you’d better hurry — as he won’t last long in the pet food store.

Follow us at www.facebook.com/lanarkanimals and/or lanarkanimals.ca. LAWS is located at 253 Glenview Rd., Smiths Falls.

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30. Not influenced by drugs 32. Forms a boundary 1. Variety of pear 34. Touch quickly and gently 2. Curved symmetrical structure 35. Stray 3. A demon in some cultures 37. A period between solar and lunar eclipses 4. Cricket frogs 40. Third-party access 5. Atomic #45 42. A very large body of water 6. Abnormal bone joint 43. Infections 7. Cain and __ 47. It might be due to nerves 8. Unhappy 49. Hall of Fame ballplayer Rod 9. Dogooder 10. Most babies need _ __ when 50. Belittle they eat 52. Type of sword 11. Abdominal pain suffered by 53. Makes very wet babies 55. One-time Peruvian money 12. Monetary unit 56. A shoe typically has one 14. Tendency to suffer from a 57. Not nice particular condition 58. Sea eagle 17. Genus of flowering plants 59. Civil Rights figure Parks 20. It comes up some days 61. Humbug 21. Koran chapters 65. A precious metal (abbr.)

23. In support of 25. One who crunches numbers 26. A type of school 27. Pops 29. Tears

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CARLETON PLACE/ALMONTE THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28

Naismith Men's Shed WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m WHERE: Mill of Kintail Conservation Area, 2854 Ramsay Concession 8,, Almonte CONTACT: 613-461-0013, almontecarver@gmail.com COST: Naismith Men's Shed meets every second and fourth Thursday at the Mill of Kintail gatehouse board room.

The group's purpose is to overcome isolation and depression among men and share life skills and knowledge in the community.

Lion King Jr. WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Carleton Place Town Hall, 175 Bridge Street, Carleton Place CONTACT: Mississippi Mudds, https:// www.mississippimudds.ca COST: $12/per person, $7 for Feb. 28 show Mississippi Mudds Youth presents Lion King Jr. Feb. 22-24, March 1-3. Tickets available at Carleton Place & District Chamber of

Commerce. Visit ticketsplease.ca for more info.

FRIDAY, MARCH 1

World Day of Prayer WHEN: 1:00 p.m WHERE: Almonte Baptist Church, 207 Reserve Street, Almonte CONTACT: 613-257-3991 COST: World Day of Prayer service at the Almonte Baptist Church. All welcome.

Wheelchair accessible.

Parking available.

SUNDAY, MARCH 3

Breakfast in Carleton Place WHEN: 9:00 a.m WHERE: St. Mary's Catholic Church, Carleton Place, 28 Hawthorne, Carleton Place CONTACT: 613-2571284 COST: Breakfast, first and third Sunday of the month. After 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. masses at St. Sponsor: Knight of Columbus.

Ashton Open Mic

PERTH FRIDAY, MARCH 1

Social Bridge WHEN: 12:30 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: McMartin House, 125 Gore St East, Perth, ON, Perth CONTACT: Joy Price, 613-2673952 COST: Every Friday, enjoy bridge in Perth for the social fun of it.

SATURDAY, MARCH 2

Lanark Life Learners Art Show WHEN: 2:00 p.m WHERE: MERA Schoolhouse, 974 Concession 9A Dalhousie, Lanark Highlands CONTACT: Trina Conboy, 613-

MONDAY, MARCH 4

Message of Hope speaking tour WHEN: 6:30 p.m 8:00 p.m WHERE: The Cove Country Inn, 2 Bedford Street, Westport CONTACT: Eleanor Glenn, glenn07s@hotmail.com COST: $20 at the door Best selling author Eleanor Glenn will offer an inspirational message of hope, comfort and optimism and give you concrete ways to know when dearly departed loves ones are with you. Event to take place in the dining room.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6

Pot Luck Westport Legion WHEN: 6:00 p.m WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion, Westport,

MONDAY, MARCH 4

Stretch and Strength Classes WHEN: 2:00 p.m WHERE: Almonte Old Town Hall, 14 Bridge Street, Almonte CONTACT: 613256-8339 COST: $8 Stretch and strength classes take place every Monday afternoon.

FRIDAY, MARCH 1

Soupfest WHEN: 11:00 a.m 2:00 p.m WHERE: North Grenville Municipal Centre, 285 County Road 44, Kemptville CONTACT: Lynn Ford, 613-989-3042, lynnford2013@gmail.com COST: $10 for adults, $5 for children 11th annual Soupfest fundraiser featuring chefs across eastern Ontario offering their best soup.

Vote on your favourites. Face painting and door prizes.

Game Night at KYC WHEN: 4:00 p.m - 9:00 p.m WHERE: Kemptville Youth Centre, 5 Oxford St W, Kemptville CONTACT: 613-258-5212 COST: Game Night at the Kemptville Youth Centre most Fridays until 9 pm. Check schedule at www.facebook.com/KemptvilleYouth/.

MONDAY, MARCH 4

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10099 10, Westport, ON, Westport CONTACT: 613-273-3615 COST: 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!

THURSDAY, MARCH 7

Mahjongg WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: ABC Hall, 3166 Bolingbroke Road, County Road 36, Tay Valley CONTACT: (613) 268-2548 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.

SATURDAY, MARCH 2

Friday Fun Days at the Library WHEN: 10:00 a.m WHERE: North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville Norenberg Branch, Kemptville CONTACT: info@ngpl.ca Friday Fun Days at the North Grenville Public Library is a dropin program for ages 0-5. Join Library Sue for story time. Children must participate with parent or caregiver.

TUESDAY, MARCH 5

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 Doors open 5:30 p.m.

Canteen available. Proceeds to help fund charity and community projects.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6

Breakfast in Toledo WHEN: 8:00 a.m - 10:00 a.m WHERE: St. Andrew's United Church, 284 County Rd 8, Toledo, Elizabethtown-Kitley CONTACT: Nancy Seed, fnseed@ripnet.com Breakfast will be served every Wednesday morning from 8 to 10 a.m. Free will offering. Everyone is welcome.

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

TUESDAY, MARCH 5

Bridge WHEN: 12:15 p.m WHERE: St. John's United Church, 400 Prescott Street, Kemptville CONTACT:

613-806-4495 COST: $5 Organized by the North Grenville Duplicate Bridge Club. All levels of bridge players welcome.

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner WHEN: 6:30 p.m WHERE: Christ Church, Burritts Rapids, 4419 Donnelly Drive, North Grenville CONTACT: georgehawkins@xplornet.ca COST: Free will offering The Christ Church in Burritts Rapids hosts the annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner.

Includes pancakes, sausages, baked beans, dessert and coffee.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6

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: 613-258-5941 COST: Sponsored by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit.

SMITHS FALLS Gentle Exercise WHEN: 9:30 a.m - 10:30 a.m WHERE: Rideau Valley Diabetes Service - Smiths Falls, 2 Gould St., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-284-2558 COST: Gentle exercise. Work at your own pace, with qualified staff leading the group. Free, everyone welcome.

Smiths Falls Toastmasters Club WHEN: 7:00 p.m - 8:30 p.m WHERE: Healey's Glass, 1 Abel Street, Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-285-1551 Smiths Falls Toastmasters Club meets every Wednesday evening.

Come and check us out. Develop self confidence and learn how to speak in front of groups.

Toastmasters Club WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Healey Glass, 7 Abel Street, Smiths Falls CONTACT: Carrie Wynne COST: If you want to practice your public speaking skills in a warm friendly environment Contact Penny

Croghan 613-285-1551

FRIDAY, MARCH 8

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.

SUNDAY, MARCH 10

Soup Lunch WHEN: 12:00 p.m WHERE: St. Andrew's United Church, Toledo, 284 County Rd 8, Toledo, Elizabethtown-Kitley CONTACT: Rick Sample, ricksample@xplornet.ca Homemade soups, sandwiches, desserts and beverage.

Free will offering. Everyone is welcome.

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.

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Snowmobile Club Breakfast WHEN: 8:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m WHERE: Snow Road Snowmobile Club, 1106 Gemmills Road, Lanark Highlands CONTACT: Lyle Conroy, 613-267-2283 COST: Pancakes are included for charity breakfasts March 16 (Alzheimer's Society); March 30 (Wheels of Hope), and on April 13 (Melanoma).

278-0388 COST: The Lanark Life Learners is a group of home learners from all over Lanark county who love learning through every day experiences.

WHEN: 2:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m WHERE: Ashton Pub, 113 Old Mill Rd, Beckwith CONTACT: Ashton Pub, 613-257-4423 COST: A short drive to the country will take you to a cozy, English-style, family pub with great food, beer brewed in-house, great conversation, real fireplaces and live music. No to sign up beforehand, but reservations are recommended.

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