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Transgender awareness workshops to educate on gender diversity through art, politics

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Trans artists and educators Cara Tierney and Behc Jax-Lynx strive to stimulate conversation on gender diversity in rural communities with performance art and educational workshops, sharing their expansive knowledge in art history, health and wellness, and politics. Behc and Cara don’t identify with gender binary terms (man, woman) and use the pronoun “they,” or simply their first names, as opposed to “he” or “she.”

Transgendered people are not new, they are not rare, and they are not confused. These are just three of the many things you’ll learn about the transgender identity if you attend the Building through Education and Community Knowledge workshop by Cara Tierney and Behc Jax-Lynx.

The dynamic duo is striving to raise transgender awareness in rural communities as they make their stop at Geraldine’s Gallery in Kemptville (2505 County Road 43) on Monday, Jan. 29, from 1 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. during their tour of the area.

Other stops include Thursday, Feb. 1 at the Perth & District Union Library.

Workshop times remain the same as the Kemptville event.

Jax-Lynx and Tierney are dedicated to the de-stigmatization of transgender individuals, as they teach best practices, talk gender affirmation, educate on the history of transgenderism, and fight for equity for universal gender diversity.

With their work, Jax-Lynx and Tierney go beyond the basic definitions of transgender, non-binary, genderfluid, and gender non-conforming.

They present an expansive understanding of health and well-being, history, politics, artistic expression, and the current human rights legislation Bill C-16, which amends the Canadian Human Rights Act to add gender identity and gender expression to the list of prohibited grounds of discrimination.

Collectively, their impressive educational and professional backgrounds include performance art, social work, activism, community development, anti-oppression work, and education.

Tierney is a performance artist from Montreal, who currently teaches photography and art history at the University of Ottawa. They’re also a current student at Carleton University in an interdisciplinary program.

As an artist, Tierney strives to build a better understanding of gender identity.

“What I’m trying to do is take education, trans and queer studies, and see if art can be used as a tool to create educational opportunities and experiences for people to gain access to information about gender identity and expression,” Tierney said. “The goal is to fill the gaps that I perceive as being lacking in society.”

The workshop will incorporate an educational element on art history,

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Cara Tierney, left, and Behc Jax-Lynx are bringing a gender diversity awareness workshop to Kemptville on Monday, Jan. 29 called Building through Education and Community Knowledge. Through their work, the dynamic duo educates rural communities with an expansive look at transgenderism in art, history, health and wellness, and politics, and strive for institutional change to better accommodate all gender identities equally. and Tierney will present an artist talk on the inspiration, process, and medium behind their art pointedly towards trans identity.

“I deconstructed my gender through my art,” Tierney said. “For example, in one performance, I wore my prom dress and waxed my bikini line, then I put the strips that I had waxed off my bikini line on my face and I built a mask. Through that, I addressed how I was using femininity as a mask to try and exist in the world.”

“It’s sort of like an attention-grabbing way that we can talk about these ideas and use these images to address gender identity,” they said.

Jax-Lynx and Tierney decided to work together when they connected over shared passions and interests.

They have very different, but complementary backgrounds, which allows them to collaborate well in their workshops. Their approach is bold and honest, as well as educational and fun.

Jax-Lynx’s background is in social work and community development.

“My first degree was in fine arts and contemporary critical theory,” they said. “I then worked doing art in shelters, and became heavily involved in the anti-poverty movement.”

Jax-Lynx’s main focus has been in instituting organizational change, and establishing small collectives doing anti-poverty work and arts inclusion.

They’ve worked in several mainstream organizations as a counsellor, community developer, and educator.

One important aspect of learning about alternative gender identities through Jax-Lynx and Tierney’s work is that it’s coming directly from people who are openly transgender, who experience first-hand the everyday struggles of simply trying to be themselves in our society. This means they are the

“first voice,” from which we can learn about alternative gender identities directly.

The opportunity to learn through a “first voice” source is important and rare, as this type of education isn’t taught in high schools, and often, a transgender child, youth, or adult will go through an assessment process with their doctor when they initially come out as transgender. This causes not only the stigmatization of alternative gender identities as a whole, but also prompts the pathologization of them.

“A lot of social workers, psychologists, doctors, and other medical professionals speak and teach about transgender individuals, which perpetuates a pathologization and an othering,” said Jax-Lynx. “It’s like we are this medical model or study that is a category.”

For this reason, Jax-Lynx believes that deep-rooted organizational change needs to take place, and their work with Tierney helps lay a foundation.

“Cara and I know our own experiences, but we also spend a lot of time with trans children and youth,” JaxLynx said. “We hear what the youth are saying about their experiences in hospitals and clinics. We hear them telling each other what to say to their doctors, and that’s devastating to me.

It’s really a call to action.”

After a decade of this kind of work, Jax-Lynx has seen doctors and nurses tell self-identified transgender people that they need to display a certain set of behaviors in order to be affirmed as a boy or as a girl.

“One thing that people don’t really check in on is where the doctors get their knowledge from. Who taught the doctors this information, and how to distinguish between the sexes? We

are the experts,” they said. “If anyone at any point in time are going to do a clinical assessment to have someone demonstrate who they are, that should be a red flag right there. That’s what we are working on undoing – it’s just unethical.”

It took Tierney 30 years to realize that they were transgender, and part of the reason why it took so long is that there was very little information available on gender identity.

“The concept of alternative gender identities didn’t exist when I was growing up, and they still aren’t teaching this stuff in high schools,” they said.

Tierney wondered how people are learning about gender identity outside of hospitals, clinics, and medical assessments.

“The only way anyone comes by this kind of knowledge is if you are queer, or you know somebody who is, and you take the time to educate yourself.”

For this reason, Tierney and JaxLynx decided that there has to be more holistic and supportive places for people to learn about gender iden-

tity that don’t just see being trans as a diagnosis.

“We shouldn’t have to learn about our identity through a doctor – we know who we are, and we’re just trying to be ourselves,” said Tierney.

The Building through Education and Community Knowledge workshop also explores the history of gender clinics.

“In the ‘60s, transgender people were considered to be sociopaths, and clinics were developed to function like charm schools, where people were taught proper etiquette and behaviors to fit within a certain gender,” said Tierney.

In 1966, Dr. Harry Benjamin was the first to write a book about it, called The Transsexual Phenomenon. The subtitle of the book reads, “All the facts about the changing of sex through hormones and surgery.”

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Kendra Noseworthy and Bruce Fullarton of Developmental Services of Leeds and Grenville are searching for volunteers to help with their distress centre lines throughout Lanark, Leeds and Grenville counties. Please contact them at 613-345-1290 or visit www.

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Now is a great time to delve into new opportunities, and if you are an empathetic sort, why not pick up the phone? Literally.

The Distress Centre of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville is searching for volunteers to help them on the phone lines as an active listener.

Volunteers for the Distress Centre of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville help with positive change in the communities by helping to empower others through active listening.

“This can promote selfgrowth, development, communication and consultation skills,” said Bruce Fullarton, volunteer co-ordinator.

“All of our volunteers are trained to allow callers to talk about their issues, and to explore different options that will work best for the caller.”

This Distress Centre is a confidential and anonymous service that is provided by non-judgmental and empathetic volunteers. It is based on an active listening model, which encourages in-

dividuals to help themselves through exploring their feelings and their options.

“Everyone at some point in their life needs someone they trust to listen to their cares and worries,” added Kendra Noseworthy, volunteer co-ordinator.

“The Distress Centre can be that someone if you are alone and don’t know where to turn. Our trained volunteers are a caring and concerned voice on the other end of the phone.”

The line is open from 5 p.m. until midnight every day. No issue is too small. If it is bothering you, call the distress line.

The Distress Centre also provides the Warm Line Service, which is a beneficial service to those within the community that may require some extra support in the evenings.

The Warm Line Service can provide support for 20 active service recipients between the hours of 5 p.m. and 10 p.m.

Once the service has reached its maximum 20 service recipients, any referrals at that point can be put onto a waiting list until a spot be-

comes available.

The Warm Line can provide many beneficial services for individuals, such as medication reminders, support calls and wellness check-ins.

Recently, the Distress Centre started assisting individuals living in supported independent living or independent living settings by providing reminders to lock their doors and check their windows; to ensure stoves, toasters, ovens or any electrical appliance are turned off; to take medication; and for confirmation of returning home after an extended leave to ensure they feel safe.

“The Warm Line has grown quickly over the last few years, as many agencies in our community are seeing the effectiveness and benefits of this service to the people they support,” Fullerton said.

All Warm Line service recipients need to be referred to the Distress Centre for this service by an agency service provider or family physician.

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“It basically became the study manual for the trans community,” said Tierney. “Queer people would buy this book and study it so that they could pass the tests with their doctors.”

At their rural gatherings, Tierney and Jax-Lynx hope that representatives who attend from social services will take what they learn back to their organization and apply their knowledge to the much-needed institutional change which the workshops are striving for.

“We’re told that in order to be affirmed as who we are, we need to be assessed and questioned by someone who is not trans, who is in a position of power, and is cisgender,” said JaxLynx. “To have them decide whether we are transgender – the whole thing is fraught, and I would say unethical.

It’s doing a disservice to people who are just trying to be who they are.”

Jax-Lynx further explained that the assessment process is harmful to children, youth, and adults going through life, because it makes them feel like something is wrong with them.

“Nobody other than trans individuals goes through an assessment to be defined on who they are based on their gender identity.”

The workshops are not intended for transgender people to attend, as they might not learn anything they don’t already know; the workshops are for

non-transgender people, or “cisgender” people, to learn more so that they can come to understand and support transgender people in their pursuit to live normal lives, and have the same basic rights as everyone else.

“We come to the table to say we are here, we are beautiful, and so are all the transgender people who’ve come before us, and they will continue to come after us,” said Jax-Lynx.

“Gender-diverse children, youth, and adults are in every community. We always have been, and there are some very gentle and practical ways to let people be who they need to be. Everyone deserves that freedom.”

When asked what cisgender people can do to better support transgender people in their community, Tierney and Jax-Lynx suggested that they start by listening.

“They’re smart, and they know who they are,” said Tierney. “They’re just trying to negotiate what they’ve been told that they are.”

Tierney also suggested that cisgender people try their best to respect a transgender individual’s chosen pronoun.

“If you insist on calling them a ‘he’ or a ‘she,’ you’re telling them what they are. People aren’t claiming trans identities for fun, or privilege,” Tierney said. “It’s not going to make your life any easier to say that you’re trans, so you should just believe us when we say we don’t identify as a man or as a woman.”

Jax-Lynx spoke to the importance of affirming gender diversity in a way that it is understood, accepted, and respected – not just heard.

“When a transgender person opens up to you, they are speaking from the expertise that they have in knowing themselves. Those who don’t understand us like to say that we’re confused, but it’s them who’re confused.

We know who we are, and we just want to be accepted.”

They also had a message for transgender youth in the community who may be in need of support that they don’t currently have.

“Hang in there,” said Tierney.

“Find your peers, your trans allies, and your community, and just keep being your glorious self.”

Jax-Lynx stressed the need for trans youth to inform themselves on their history.

“We still don’t live in a time when we have the privilege to not think about and honor those who came before us - those who have lost their lives, and those who have fought tirelessly for us to be where we are now,” they said. “Do your research and learn where your current rights came from, and understand that Bill C-16 is something that doesn’t just happen in one go. It took multiple goes.”

The workshop is informative, artistic, and fun.

“You’ll learn a lot and have a great time while doing it,” said Tierney.

Jax-Lynx and Tierney ask that

children do not attend the workshop, but anyone 12 and up are welcome.

Tickets to the workshop are $15 each, and registration is required to attend.

To do so, visit www.buildingthrougheducationandcommunityknowledge.

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Those interested in booking Tierney or Jax-Lynx for a kid-friendly workshop may do so, or inquire about their workshops in general at booking@behcjaxlynx.ca or 613-818-0443.

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Last season was also the worst on record for snowmobilers whose ride took a tragic turn while travelling on frozen waterways. One-third (9) of last season’s victims died as a result of their snowmobiles either going through the ice or entering open water.

As the OPP kicks off Safe Snowmobile Week with the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC), they are urging snowmobilers to leave all forms of risky behaviour behind when heading out for a ride, especially when riding on frozen waterways.

“The spike in snowmobile fatalities and all-time record high in ice-related deaths last season are unacceptable. The vast majority of the 27 snowmobilers who died took

unnecessary risks instead of making it a safe, enjoyable ride that got them home safely to their families,” said Deputy Commissioner Brad Blair, Provincial Commander, Traffic Safety and Operational Support.

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Lanark County Community Justice encourages relationships through sharing circles with new BE STRONG initiative Creating a community culture by building, encouraging and supporting trusting relationships on neutral ground is exactly what the Lanark County Community Justice ‘BE STRONG’ is setting out to do in 2018.

Over the past year, elementary schools and youth centers in Lanark County have been infused with facilitators who gather students, volunteers, youth workers, administrators, and teachers to exercise the time-honoured Indigenous practice of the talking circle.

Workshops have also been offered to Upper Canada District School Board teachers (Kemptville Summer Institutes, 2017) who participated in the talking circle enthusiastically. Educators left the workshops feeling a need for more training to deepen equity and inclusive education practices in their school community.

As a talking circle facilitator, Laurie Clark said she personally feels a need to answer to the calling of promoting the circle as an empathetic communication activity to encourage dialogue, respect, co-creation of learning content, and social camaraderie.

The talking circle as a restorative communication approach was introduced to her in 2003 when working at a cultural outdoor education program mentored by Indigenous elders and foster children in the Canadian Rockies (located on the cusp of Banff National Park).

The elders introduced the act of passing the talking piece (their eagle feather) in the talking circle that created a sense of honour for the person speaking.

Personally, circle-sharing daily for months/years at a time provided me with a profound sense of interconnectedness.

Taking turns in the circle to speak from the heart and listen from the heart ensures all voices are heard in a respectful way, which leads to enriched cognitive growth and learning while interacting genuinely with eye contact and without techno-distractions. The adaptively of the circle sharing approach prepares a safe space for participants to respond and share their perceptions and opinions without being judged. Another benefit of the circle communication process is that it provides invaluable information about each participant’s knowledge base, skills, talents and/or interests. Each person’s knowledge base may scaffold the class curriculum and/or restorative conversation for future learning.

Yet another advantage of this communication practice is that the circle is adaptable for anyone and may be practised in all sectors of the Lanark County community. The ultimate long-term goal is to embed the restorative practice of the talking circle into all aspects of community, but first the community needs to fully recognize how essential this communication process is.

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‘On A First Name Basis’ showcases the talents of two great actors Start with a wonderful playwright (Canada’s favourite in fact, Norm Foster), add two incredibly talented actors, and what do you have? All the comedy, romance and drama you could ask for, in an astonishing play called On A First Name Basis.

Premiering at Perth’s Studio Theatre Feb. 1, On A First Name Basis is one of Norm Foster’s more recent plays. As it opens we meet reclusive spy novelist David Kilbride (think Ian Fleming) and his housekeeper of 20 years, Miss Hopperstaad. Early on, we don’t know Miss Hopperstaad’s first name, and neither, surprisingly, does David. For two decades she’s been nothing more to him than a hireling, cooking, cleaning, and keeping order in his house. He quite literally hasn’t bothered to learn anything about her life, even though she knows virtually everything about his.

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play with just two actors. Obviously those two actors need to be superb, and director Jeremy Dutton has cast two of the best, Krista Duff (The Game’s Afoot; Hilda’s Yard; An Ideal Husband) as Miss Hopperstaad, and Hugh McCulloch (Wait Until Dark; Romantic Comedy; The Drowsy Chaperone) as David Kilbride. Krista Duff observes that, acting skill aside, keeping the momentum going in a twohander can be tricky.

“In most plays there’s a cast of characters who enter, exit, and share the stage,” she says. “But in this show there’s just two characters, Lucy and

David, and it can be challenging to keep the energy up.” (Krista’s being modest; it’s hard to take your eyes off her when she’s on stage). “Fortunately, when the writing’s this good it only takes two great characters for the audience to become totally engrossed.

And if one of the actors is Hugh McCulloch, well, you’ve got a gem on your hands.”

Hugh plays author David Kilbride, skillfully exposing his character’s insecurities and, yes, humanity.

“My character is a millionaire who is totally out of touch with reality, drinking cognac and being waited on

all day” he says. “But Lucy Hopperstaad cuts me open and lays me bare – one minute he’s an arrogant snob, and the next he’s revealing the truth about his marriages, his painful upbringing, everything. She turns David Kilbride into a human being.”

When quick-witted housekeeper Lucy Hopperstaad is finally given license to put her employer in his place she doesn’t waste the opportunity.

“You can’t help falling in love with Lucy,” says Krista. “Her boss, David, doesn’t have friends, he just has hired hands. So when Lucy levels the playing field it’s a funny, satisfying revelation for the audience.”

Krista and Hugh credit veteran director Jeremy Dutton with making On A First Name Basis all that it can be.

“Jeremy is one of the best directors around, pulling things out of his actors that other directors don’t always see,” says Hugh McCulloch. “When Jeremy says ‘Let’s look at it this way...’ you know he’s going to stretch you as an actor, and give the audience something to think about. And of course Krista Duff is one of my favourite actors to work with. She’s solid as a rock.”

The ending of On A First Name Basis is authentic, heartfelt, and surprising.

“You’re going to leave the theatre having been thoroughly entertained, but also with your own ideas about

where Lucy and David’s relationship will go from there,” says Krista.

“You’ll think about and laugh about this show long after the curtain falls.”

With just two characters, everything has to be perfect in the wings as well.

Krista and Hugh are ably supported behind the scenes by stage manager Penny Silberhorn (who also dresses the set and manages props), assistant stage manager Bob Feduke, Producer Jane Stott, set designer Reiner Silberhorn, costumer Loree Tannett, lighting and sound technician Lucas Tennant, and tech apprentice Annie West.

On A First Name Basis premieres at the Studio Theatre on Thursday, Feb. 1 for seven shows, Feb. 1, 2, 3, 9 and 10 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 4 and 11 at 2 p.m. Advance tickets are $24 at Tickets Please in the Matheson House Museum Visitor Centre, 11 Gore St. E. (613 485-6434; ticketsplease.ca) which accepts in-store, phone, online and credit card purchases. Tickets are $24 at the Studio Theatre box office on show nights. Rush tickets for Students with ID are just $10 at the door, subject to availability. Attend opening night and save $5!

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A chance to speak up The Province of Ontario is providing a unique opportunity for the public to have a say when it comes to funding.

Ontario is the first province to commit funding ideas from the public as part of its budget process.

In 2017, people submitted 404 ideas, 923 comments and cast 19,229 votes as part of Ontario’s Budget Talks program, an innovative online consultation designed to develop policies that will be part of the province’s future.

Visit Ontario.ca/Budgettalks to vote for your three favourite ideas before 5 p.m. Jan. 26.

Selected ideas will be announced as part of the 2018 budget.

Last year’s three top ideas - reducing and preventing food waste, improving digital services for libraries and accessing digitized health data - were included in the 2017 budget.

More than 700 ideas were submitted this year in five focus areas, including: child care, seniors, small business, students and healthy living. Up to $5 million will be available to implement ideas.

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budget process is part of Ontario’s plan to create fairness and opportunity during this period of rapid economic change,” says a press release from the province. “The plan includes a higher minimum wage and better working conditions, free tuition for hundreds of thousands of students, easier access to affordable child care, and free prescription drugs for everyone under 25 through the biggest expansion of medicare in a generation.”

Minister of Finance Charles Sousa urges citizens to participate.

“Budget Talks is an excellent opportunity for the public to submit ideas that will help build a brighter future for people across Ontario. Public engagement is fundamental to the development of good public policy. We now need your help to decide which ideas will be funded as part of the 2018 budget.”

This is a real chance for us to help shape programs and initiatives that will directly affect us and those around us.

A familiar public refrain is that government doesn’t speak for the people. This is a chance to be heard, don’t miss it.

The delicate process of making bloomers out of flour bags

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here always seemed to be a supply of empty flour bags for sale at the grist mill. I asked Mother how they got there, since I knew the mill sold only full bags of flour.

She explained that some people had no use for their own empty bags and sold them back to the grist mill for a few cents, who in turn sold them to people like my mother for a hefty sum.

Mother, who could always find a use for a flour bag, had run out that winter, and after we had done our Saturday errands in Renfrew, we headed for the grist mill. There were all the bags, piled in a corner and sorted into sizes, with prices for each pile written in chalk in front of them.

Mother never bought a flour bag without negotiating for a

better price, and we finally came out with several which she considered the best of the lot, and at a price she was willing to pay.

Getting the flour bags ready to be put to another use was a challenge in the winter time. In the summer, they could be laid out on the grass after washing, where a good soaking with Javel water and the hot sun helped rid the bags of the red and blue printing that covered the entire fronts of each one. But in the winter, it all had to be done indoors.

That night, my sister Audrey and Mother set to the task of getting the bags ready for whatever use Mother had planned for them. With the steel picks, they carefully undid the seams, removing the heavy cords which held the bags together. Now they

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would be ready for the Monday washing.

When we came home from school that day, there they were, washed and draped over every chair in the kitchen, circling the Findlay Oval to dry ... clean and ready. The talk between Mother and Audrey told me why we were in need of another pile of flour bags. A batch of tea towels, a couple of sheets and some pillow slips had been given to a family off the Barr Line who had lost

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everything in a fire, leaving our supply low.

Unfortunately, being winter time, the bags couldn’t be spread outdoors on the grass, taking the hot sun to fade the printing, and so there they were, clean, but exactly like they had come from the grist mill. “They’ll have to do,” Mother said, holding them up and looking at the bright red and blue writings that declared them “The Pride of the Valley.”

Within a couple of days, Mother had stitched up a sheet using four of the bags, made a pair of pillow slips, two or three dish towels, and there was still the front part of one bag left over.

I should have known what was going to happen to that piece.

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Usually thrilled with anything new, new flour bag bloomers did little to excite me. Certainly, they would be well hidden under my navy blue fleece bloomers, but I would be well aware that I was wearing flour bags.

I was pretty sure that just about every girl at the Northcote school wore flour bag underwear, too, except bad Marguirite, of course. She delighted in telling us whenever she got a new pair of underwear, not the least bit shy at sharing that bit of information with the entire girl population at school. Hers came from Walker Store’s in Renfrew.

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in the bedroom, Mother would have carefully laid out what I was to put on that morning. And there they were ... the new bloomers, red and blue printing and all, piled on the chair with my skirt and middy. I had no choice but to put them on, and I said a silent prayer of thanks that they would be hidden under the navy blue fleecies.

No one would know but me.

Under my outer clothes would be a new pair of flour bag bloomers, with bright red and blue printing still there, declaring that my underpinnings had “The Pride of the Valley” written across the seat.

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Nature Quiz Night in Perth to support Byrne Big Creek Campaign Jan. 30 On Jan. 30, Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust (MMLT) is hosting a fun Nature Quiz Night at the Golden Arrow Pub, 71 Foster Street in Perth.

This fun evening is a part of the current campaign to raise the funds needed for the stewardship of the 100acre Byrne Big Creek Nature Preserve located near McDonald’s Corners. This eco-

logically significant property was bequeathed to the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust

by Joel Byrne, a true nature lover who, through this act of giving, fulfils his dream of protecting forever this special place.

Come to socialize with friends, tell stories about Joel and test your general knowledge of nature trivia. The quiz night starts at 7 p.m. and there

will be a cover charge of $10 that will go towards the fund.

More than 80 per cent of the $48,500 goal has already been received. The MMLT hopes that all those who care about preserving wilderness in eastern Ontario will visit the MMLT website at mmlt. ca and donate generously to the cause.

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The Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust will host a Nature Quiz Pub Night on Jan. 30 at the Golden Arrow Pub in Perth. Funds raised will go towards the stewardship of a property I have been a part of – everyone plays an impor- attended her untimely fu- request by the late Joel Byrne, above, known as the Byrne Big Creek Nature Preserve near the Mudds for the past tant part – everyone is com- neral and had a small can- McDonald’s Corners.

nine years, working alongside a wonderful team of adults and specifically in the Mudds Jr. Productions.

I joined as my son Justin wanted to go into Bugsy Malone Jr. and that was the starting point – Justin has continued on for these nine years as we have performed many famous Disney shows and it has been a terrific experience from every perspective for both of us.

Not only are the productions themselves amazing with a very high caliber of costumes, makeup, sound, music, sets, choreography, lighting, front of house, props, stage managing, photography, videography and acting – this is all supported by the best adult group of volunteers any kid could hope for.

All this you say? Yes, a lot of “stuff ” goes into the making of a great production!

From the first time you are brought into the Mudds family, you realize you are part of a loving group of friends and adults who support and encourage you all the way.

You can ask any one of the cast of almost 40 in this year’s production, and they’ll all say the same thing – they love being there as they “belong” – there are no put downs here, only lifts up

mitted – everyone wants to put on the best show.

It’s amazing as all involved want it to be a great experience both for themselves, their friends (co-actors) the volunteers and of course our audiences. There is no feeling like opening night, the excitement having built from the gradual formation of the script.

I have cried many times at the last show, as I know it’s the end of that show and that block of time – watching the kids grow up and mature and knowing I was a very small part of their time is very precious indeed.

These kids don’t just learn about acting, singing and dancing – they learn life skills of how to be a good friend, how to respect each other and how to work as a team.

They all can be rascals by times, and even though they have to learn to be quiet and maybe support someone on stage who may have forgotten a line (although extremely rare) they manage it – when it comes down to the serious time, that is show time – it is when they all bring it. Have seen this every time!

This year’s production, The Little Mermaid, is a favourite of our favourite director of all time, Kathleen Kelly-Cooney – we recently

dlelight vigil in her honour, and as each person talked about Kate and what she meant. It was resounding outpouring of love, acceptance, encouragement, fun, care, importance of each one of us.

We were all sad, but we are all so grateful to have spent time with this wonderful lady who was like a mother to the kids and a dear friend to us adults.

Thank you Kate for being there for us. We’re going to be there for you, as this is your favourite! That’s a promise!

The musical director for the production is Laurel Tye and artistic directors are Kate Cooney and Karen Lapointe. It will be produced by Linda Beiglee.

Come see The Little Mermaid – you won’t regret it!

Tickets are available at the Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce as of Jan. 19.

The cost is $10 per ticket for each of the performances except for one special $5 price for the Thursday night show. Show times are Feb. 23, March 1 and 2 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 24 and 25 and March 3 and 4 for 2 p.m. matinees. Hope to see you there!

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The Montague Royal Orange Lodge (512) Donates $1,000 for Diabetes Services Roy McLellan of the Royal Orange Lodge, Montague 512, presented Jacques Pelletier, Rideau Community Health Services (RCHS) Board Chair, with a cheque for $1,000 towards diabetes services within our district. The funds will be used to support Rideau Valley Diabetes Services (a program of RCHS) in order to provide diabetes education and management to individuals and their families from Lanark, Leeds and Grenville. RCHS gratefully accepts donations to enhance and support its programs and services. As a registered charity, RCHS will issue a taxable receipt for any donation in excess of $20.

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Skate the Lake takes over the Big Rideau Family Day weekend history of Skate the Lake, 60 skaters from the Netherlands, along with local and North American skaters will participate in a 100k timed race. On Sunday, there are 5, 10, 25, 50 and 5 x 1k races and for children under 12, a 5k race. Registration is required for these events and further information about registration fees and start times can be found on the Skate the Lake website www.skatethelakeportland. com.

Other activities include an Ice Stock demo (a winter sport similar to curling), youth curling and a children’s skating area. You can warm

yourself around a bonfire, take a horse-drawn wagon ride or grab a bite of Snert (a Dutch pea soup), Skate Tails, chili, hot chocolate and cider or, you can shop at the Portland Outdoors Boutique. After the races, everyone can skate to music.

“We are honoured to host this large contingent of Dutch skaters who are coming to Portland for the first of three skating events in Canada,” says Marco Smits, a speed skater himself and co-founder of Skate the Lake. “It will be incredible to watch as they do 40 laps of the oval, a distance equivalent to a round trip skate

to Kingston.”

Skate The Lake is not just about outdoor winter sports. There will be a tasty home-cooked meal at the community hall on Saturday night starting at 5 p.m. and on Sunday after dusk, fireworks will light up the skies.

“It will be a great weekend and we look forward to welcoming people to this wonderful event,” volunteer Ken Maxwell adds. “Even if you don’t skate, there will be lots to see and do. Skate the Lake that Rick Mercer skated.”

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Excitement is building for the 15th annual Skate the Lake on the Big Rideau, the largest lake on the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This year on the Family Day weekend (Saturday, Feb. 17 and Sunday, Feb. 18), the ice resurfacer will be making ‘the rounds’ to ensure that the world class oval will be ready for both international competitive skaters and recreational skaters who just want to have fun.

After the opening ceremony beginning at 8:30 a.m. and greetings from the Dutch Ambassador, Henk van der Zwan, for the first time in the

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Skate the Lake is set to take over the Big Rideau at Portland on Family Day weekend (Feb. 17 and 18). The annual event, which marks its 15th anniversary this year, is organized by Portland Outdoors. Above the start of last year’s 25km race.

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The forecast is for big laughs and big mystery at Perth’s Full Circle Theatre Last December, BarnDoor Productions’ Cinderella turned into their biggest hit in several years, with big crowds, bigger laughs and standing ovations. There were, however, several odd moments in the children’s fairy story where things didn’t seem quite right. What could have been happening backstage to cause the show to hiccough that way? This February, Full Circle Theatre audiences will get a chance to eavesdrop backstage and find out as Perth’s original community theatre presents the premiere production of the backstage murder-mystery farce Panto Can Be Murder.

There were nefarious doings going on at the panto: someone ended up dead! So, while the show still went on, serious things were happening behind the sets. Well, not very serious. In fact, Panto Can Be Murder is even funnier and sillier and more outrageous than the Cinderella “flip side,” a show which drew tributes like “That was way, WAY too much fun.

Way too much. I think I hurt myself.”

(J.L., Perth) and “Without hesitation, that was the best panto I’ve ever seen.”

(R.P., Perth) and “I don’t think I’ve ever laughed so much in my life.” (J.S., Carleton Place).

The cast of December’s Cinderella return, playing their fairy tale characters as well as the characters of the actors who play the characters in the fairy tale (are you still with us?). In addition, we meet the backstage staff and, when the dead body is discovered, we are introduced to the intrepid police officers of the town where the play is taking place. Somewhere in all of that, someone ends up dead and it becomes a frantic effort to keep the show going while the case is solved.

After all, as everyone knows, the show must go on. Never mind why, it just must.

Running Feb. 16 through 25, Panto Can Be Murder is the third production of BarnDoor’s 23rd season, a season which consists entirely of world or Canadian premieres! October’s Canadian premiere of Daniel Singer’s A Perfect Likeness drew lavish praise for the insightful script and for the performances of its two-man cast and December’s brand-new Cinderella (it was actually written especially to be paired with Panto Can Be Murder) was greeted with delight by record crowds.

The world premiere of Panto Can Be Murder will be followed in April

by the Canadian premiere of Lauren Gundersen’s The Taming, a look at “Southern-fried politics” that is part comedy, part beauty pageant and part newscast, before the troupe moves into a summer season of premiere productions. The Taming, by the way, has a cast of three women and will have open auditions on Monday, Feb. 19.

Panto Can Be Murder will run Feb. 16, 17, 22, 23, 24 at 8 p.m. and Feb. 18 and 25 at 2 p.m. at Perth’s Full Circle Theatre, 26 Craig Street, Perth, near Last Duel Park. Tickets are just $20 reserved or $22 at the door; students just $10. However, BarnDoor is offering a special price for those who saw Cinderella: bring in your specially marked Cinderella adult ticket stub (you kept that, right?) and get your Panto Can Be Murder ticket for just $16! You won’t get as many laughs for your buck anywhere. Full information on all events at Full Circle Theatre and ticket reservations for BDP shows can be found at www.barndoorproductions.ca or simply by calling 613267-1884. No credit cards needed: cash at the performance is requested.

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For a video of Mercer’s visit, see https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qGl5f4_4w.

Portland is located less than an hour north of Kingston and just over an hour south of Ottawa.

To register for Skate the Lake, email registration@portlandoutdoors.com. To obtain dinner tickets for Saturday evening, contact Connie Cochran at connie.cochran@bell.net.

For more information on the event, visit www.skatethelakeportland.com.

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Liberals failed to consider impact of minimum wage hike Late in a cold, miserable January, perhaps the biggest ongoing item in the news in Ontario is the increase in the minimum wage and the fallout from it.

True, I am among those who want to see people paid a living wage. I’m sure the vast majority of Ontarians do. But this month’s move increases the minimum every employee must be paid from the previous mark of $11.60 to $14. Unless the June election puts a stop to it, next January the province’s minimum wage will rise again to $15 an hour. Combined, that’s a big jump in 12 months!

The initial controversy over this month’s increase focused on “Canada’s coffee shop” and the reaction of certain Tim Hortons franchisees. Some operators decided to immediately eliminate paid breaks for employees, reduce benefits and/or make employees purchase their own uniforms.

Predictably, some affected employees complained to the media. Others called a telephone hotline established by the government where suspected violations of the province’s employment laws can be reported anonymously.

First of all, I’m sure most employers are well aware of the law and therefore will not be making moves that leave them open to charges. But on consideration cutting paid breaks, benefits and making staff buy their own uniforms

are poor public relations moves which are unlikely to win much sympathy.

Obviously, the motivation is to save money in some areas to offset revenue declines franchisees are anticipating under the new minimum wage provision.

Interestingly, the carefully orchestrated protests aimed at Tim Hortons parent company don’t appear to have resonated with customers. People are still lining up in droves for their daily coffee, sandwich and soup fix.

As for some of those who joined the protests, their understanding of this matter seems rather limited. One lady I saw interviewed on television said all Tim Hortons owners who reduced employee privileges should “have their businesses closed.”

I’m sure the employees involved would love to see their places of employment shuttered. A rather poor solution!

Besides, those involved haven’t broken any laws that I’m aware of.

Despite the fact they face the prospect of reduced revenues due to the minimum wage increase I suspect the biggest players in the marketplace, including Tim Hortons, will survive quite nicely.

What seems to be escaping attention are the many small business owners who are holding up their hands and shouting, “Hey, how about me?”

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Wynne government failed to do their homework before rushing into this twophase minimum wage hike. Based on what I have heard and read, there was no impact assessment conducted before the Liberals implemented a policy which impacts small businesses so severely.

I have spoken to some small business owners I know. They say they were never consulted about how they will cope with the wage rise.

The sad truth is many small businesses will not survive this poorly thought out process. Fears are being expressed that more than 60,000 jobs could be lost in Ontario over the next two years as a result of this decision.

I’ve learned of several small businesses in my readership area that, due to the increased cost of paying their employees, are unlikely to survive.

One is a small bakery. The owner expects costs to jump $85,000 this year as a direct result of the minimum wage increase. With an already small profit mar-

gin that leaves a gap too wide to bridge.

Price increases are the only answer and that is the last thing any small business operator wants to implement right now.

Higher prices could turn off their loyal customers. Then they will be finished!

This particular scenario is now being played out across Ontario. Meanwhile, the premier has called Tim Hortons franchisees “bullies” for making decisions aimed at maintaining their bottom line.

That is ridiculous in my opinion.

Oddly enough, all companies are in business to make money. Pretty hard to blame them for trying to keep their operations viable! Who benefits if they close?

All of us are going to experience the impact of this decision including those who are ostensibly gaining from it. The more money you make, the more tax you pay. So who is the real beneficiary here?

Many businesses, if not most, will be forced to increase prices and reduce opening hours in an attempt to offset higher operating costs. That will hit employees and customers alike in the pocketbook.

Last week I watched a TV story about families in Metro Toronto who are already being required to pay more to private daycare operators who mind their children while they work. Natural-

ly, the minimum wage hike has increased the daycare owners’ costs. They in turn are passing that along to their clients. In many cases it’s more than young parents can afford.

Just another example of what is going to occur as a result of this ill-conceived program.

Sure, raise the minimum wage. But do it in several stages over several years.

That might allow more businesses to plan and adapt.

Something else that hasn’t been considered is employee morale. How will experienced staffers, who make just above the minimum wage, feel when totally inexperienced colleagues are suddenly making just a little less than they are?

The fallout from this move is immense. Businesses are going to close, throwing people out of work. Meanwhile everyone else pays due to a poorly thought out decision aimed at giving a failing government a boost in the polls during an election year.

Oh, I’m sorry! You thought they were just being incredibly benevolent.

I don’t think the Ontario Liberals can hide behind the response of business owners who are genuinely, negatively impacted by this move. For every action, there is a reaction, and all of us are going to feel this one.

Jeff can be reached by email at: jeffrey. maguire@rogers.com.

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“Before #MeToo even sprang up in its current form, we were planning to do a play about what constitutes healthy relationships,” explained Laurel Smith, the artistic producer of the company, which also runs the summertime Classic Theatre Festival.

“Unfortunately, it should come as no surprise that we are seeing all this, given the amount of sexual violence directed against women and children around the globe, which the World Health Organization has deemed a planetary epidemic,” Smith said. “We look forward to working with teenagers as we develop a script built around

their own perspectives on the issue, whether that’s dealing with workplace harassment, mistreatment in school hallways, or inter-generational violence, which is far more common that most people would like to admit. This isn’t just a problem for teenagers.”

Since 2015, Listen Up! has created plays that speak not only to teenagers but adults as well, spurring dialogue on how best to bridge the generational gap on a range of issues from anxiety, depression and teen suicide to gender fluidity and youth homelessness. Each performance is followed by a facilitated talkback in which the performers discuss issues with audience members, addressing not only the roots of the problems, but focusing on solutions as well.

Burning Passions Theatre has toured its shows in schools, youth centres, and at a national conference in Ottawa. Each year, the company has seen positive results inspired by their shows, from improved selfesteem of participants to changes in the community. For example, its show

on teen suicide, Jessie’s Song, inspired the YAK Youth Centre to offer a two-day Applied Suicide Intervention Training (ASIST) course for the pub-

Similarly, last year’s show, The Invisible Boy, helped raise awareness of Connor Williamson youth homelessness in a rural context, and Felix Evan- and was accompanied by a United gelho appeared Way representative sharing resources in a touring show for young people at risk of finding about youth themselves with no roof over their homelessness in heads.

“The fact that the youth were so in2017, The Invisible volved in creating the storyline and in Boy, as part of the fact the very essence of the play added annual Listen Up! to the overall impact,” said Lanark theatre project. County United Way regional director A new show on Fraser Scantlebury. “At each perforhealthy relation- mance, I marveled at the attentiveness ships and sexual of the audience. The actors’ passion violence is seeking was not only evident in their portrayal applications from of the story, but in the very revealing interested teenag- discussion sessions with audiences after the performances.” ers.

Anyone interested in being part of Submitted photo this year’s play, which begins development and rehearsal in February and will tour towards the end of April – lic. Each of the staff and placement can send email to burning@web.ca or students at YAK are now certified in call 613-264-8088.

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Den of Thieves film has potential but fails to live up to title MOVIE: Den of Thieves STARRING: Gerard Butler, Pablo Schreiber, Curtis ‘50 Cent’ Jackson, Evan Jones and O’Shea Jackson Jr. DIRECTOR: Christian Gudegast RATING: 14A Den of Thieves is a heist film that attempts to parallel the thieves as they make their plans, with the police who are trying to catch them. It’s an interesting idea, but poorly executed.

This story has two sides. On one side we have the thieves. They’re highly trained, ex-military and operate as a well-oiled machine.

They’re led by Merrimen (Pablo Schreiber). Levi Enson (Curtis Jackson) is his right hand and explosives expert, Bosco (Evan Jones) provides technical expertise, and Donnie (O’Shea Jackson Jr.) is the driver. Their heists are well planned and executed, but they aren’t going after just any

bank. They plan to rob the L.A. branch of the Federal Reserve.

On the other side we have an elite group of the L.A. County Sheriff ’s Department. Nick Flanagan (Gerard Butler) is in charge, and has no qualms about breaking the rules to take down criminals.

For Nick the job is everything.

Even while his home life is falling apart his whole focus is on catching Merriman and his crew.

All the players are on the field.

Each team puts their plan into action. The only question is who will win the day. Will it be the thieves or will it be the police?

Den of Thieves sounds intense.

It sounds like a high-octane game of chess. It isn’t. The heist itself is an intricate plan and interesting to watch. The film also has a decent twist at the end, and there’s a fairly impressive gun/chase scene as the climax. The problem is the film relies too heavily on stereotypes, and fails to make any kind of connec-

are fine, but their roles lack any depth. O’Shea Jackson Jr. is a bit of a bright spot as Donnie, but not bright enough to save the film.

Gerard Butler is fairly convincing as the rogue cop. When Nick’s wife leaves him I thought that made perfect sense given Butler’s performance to that point. Nick is MARK HASKINS a jerk. He may be good at taking tion with the audience. The rogue down criminals, but he has very cop who constantly walks the line between right and wrong. The criminal who vows he’ll never wear cuffs again. It’s all been done. The characters are unsympathetic, the plot is long and drawn out, and at the end of the day it makes for a boring film.

I don’t think anyone’s career is getting ruined, but there isn’t exactly any standouts in the cast either. It’s fair to say I believe Pablo Schreiber when his character says he’ll never go back to jail. It is predictable, but I believe him. Curtis ‘50 Cent’ Jackson and Evan Jones

few redeeming qualities. While Butler plays it well it doesn’t make his character any more appealing.

Den of Thieves isn’t terrible. It isn’t the worse film I’ve ever seen, but it is boring, and therefore not worth the time.

Mark Haskins has been reviewing movies for more than 10 years.

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Almonte Community Friendship Luncheon, at noon on Feb. 6. United Church Social Hall. Soup, sandwiches and home made dessert.

Sponsored by churches in Almonte. Donna 613-256-1894 or Louise Owens 613-256-7830.

Baby Talk playgroup for parents and infant’s 0-12 months, Monday, January 29, February 5. 2-3pm, Almonte Public Library 55 High St. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Tuesday, January 30, February 6. 9 am - noon, Naismith School. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Wednesday, January 31, February 7. 9am - noon, Naismith School. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Thursday, February 1, 8. 9am - noon, Naismith School. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Monday, January 29, February 5. 9am - noon, Naismith School. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON parenting workshop, “You’re Not the Boss of Me!”, Feb. 5 & 12, 6:30-8:30 pm, Almonte Public Library. Call 613-283-0095 to register.

Euchre- 4 hand, Feb 1 & 15, 7:30 p.m.

Sponsor: The Town & Country Tenants Assoc., 375 Country St., light lunch. Contact Mickie 613-256-3281 Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Fit as a Fiddle - every Friday, 10:30 am. New Location, Country St. Centre, 375 Country St. Call Home Support 613-256-4700 to reserve.

Mills Home Support, Almonte, Kanata Theatre & Supper, Feb. 8. Supper out and the comedy/drama Sleuth. Call Home Support to reserve your seat on the bus, 613-256-4700.

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Lunch Bunch, Thursday, Feb. 1, Mills Office, 67 Industrial Drive. Free transportation provided.

Entertainment by Ukulele Ladies. Call Home Support to reserve 613-256-4700.

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Shop in Carleton Place, Monday, Feb. 1. 1 pm. Call Home Support 613-256-4700 to reserve your seat.

Mills’ Seniors Services, Almonte, Parkinson’s Support Group. Mills’ office, 67 Industrial Drive. Call Seniors Services 613-256-4700 to register. Meetings take place the last Monday of the month.

Baby Talk playgroup for parents and infants 0 - 12 months, Wednesday February 7.

12:30 - 1:30 pm, Carambeck Community Centre. For information call 613-283-0095.

Connections, Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Thursday, 1-3 p.m. Lanark Community Programs. 30 Bennett Street. Info: 613257-2779 ext 3106.

Cribbage, every Tuesday afternoon 1 p.m. 4 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 177 George St. Everyone welcome EarlyON Child & Family Centre parenting workshop “Positive Parenting.” Tuesday, February 6. 6:30-8:30 pm, Arklan School. For information call 613-283-0095.

EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Thursday, February 1, 8. 9:30-11:30 am, CP Arena. For information call 613-283-0095.

EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Monday January 29, February 5. 9:3011:30 am, Carambeck Community Centre. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Tuesday, January 30, February 6. 9:3011:30 am, CP Arena. For information call 613283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Wednesday, February 7. 9:30-11:30 am, Carambeck Community Centre. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Parenting Workshop “Gym Jam”, Thursday, February 15, 6:30-8:30 pm., Carambeck Community Centre. To register 613-283-0095.

Hungry Lunch Cafe welcomes anyone in need of a hot nutritious meal or fellowship, every Tuesday at noon. Zion-Memorial United Church Hall. 37 Franklin St. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church worships in the Community Presbyterian Church (Almonte Presbyterian Church) 111 Church St. 10 a.m. Sunday mornings. Transportation available from Carleton Place 613-257- 5418.

All welcome.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Thursday morning, 9:00 a.m. in the Zion United Church across from the library on Franklin Street. Info: 613-253-8677.

Crafts & Chat starting Thursday, January 25 at the Lanark Learning Centre 1:30-3:30 Bring along your crafts and ideas and enjoy the social time.

CRAFTS & CHAT, Thurs., Feb. 1 - 1:30 to 3:30pm at the Lanark Learning Centre.

Bring along your project and your ideas.

EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Wednesday, January 31, February 7. 9:3011:30 am, Maple Grove School. For information call 613-283-009.5 Frosty Fling Ecumenical Concert, Sun., Jan. 28 with music from Lanark’s four churches - 4pm at St. Andrews United Church followed by a Chile Supper. Donations appreciated to the Lanark Community Dinners. Everyone Welcome.

Fun Bingo, Mon., Jan 29 at the Lanark Learning Centre at 1:30pm.

Peter Brown Frosty Fling Concert, Saturday, Jan. 27 at the Learning Centre, 67 George St. Doors open at 6:30. Reserve tickets- seats limited 613-259-2207.

Peter Brown in Concert Saturday, January 27 Enjoy Peter’s annual Frosty Fling Concert at the Lanark Learning Centre. 67 George Street. from 7 to 9pm. Doors open at 6:30pm.

To reserve, call 613-259-2207 or email annegraham2207@gmail.com WRITING GROUP, Tues., Jan. 30 from 1 to 3pm. at the Lanark Learning Centre. Come for inspiration and/or share a story. New members always welcome.

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Executive meeting, Feb. 6, 7 p.m. Legion Mens darts, Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28, 7 p.m. Legion.

Merrickville Legion Dinner and Dance Feb. 9, 6 p.m., Lasagna and Sicilian Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, veggies, desserts. Music by “Gord Barnes”, 7-11 p.m.

Merrickville Legion Dinner and Dance Feb. 2, 6pm, Chicken n’ Dumplings, mashed potatoes, veggies, desserts. Music by “Tanglewood” 7-11 p.m.

Merrickville Legion, dinner and dance Jan 26, 6pm, Homemade Cabbage Rolls, mashed KEMPTVILLE potatoes, mixed veggies. Music by Two for the Road 7:00 - 11:00pm.

Monday night Euchre, Feb. 5, 7 p.m. LeBaby Talk, Wednesday, Jan. 31, 1:30-3 p.m.

Madison Montessori Academy, 2965 County Rd gion #43.

Diabetes Education Programme, at the PAKENHAM Kemptville Hospital Diabetes Clinic, the first Wednesday and Thursday of the month. You Aerobic Classes every Monday and must register by calling 613-258-6133 ext 400.

Wednesday @ 10 am, Stewart Community CenInfo: www.kdh.on.ca Men’s Competitive Darts. Every Mon- tre Hall, Enquiries: 613-256-8339.

Appreciation Ceremonies 7:15pm, Friday, day, Kemptville Legion. Registration 7:00January 26 On Centre Ice. Pakenham pioneer 7:25 PM. Play starts at 7:30 PM. Info: phil. honourees are Toby and Al Barrett. Everyone wiseman@xplornet.ca or scottmcl88@hot- is invited to this portion of the program free of mail.com charge. O Canada by the Cedar Hill Choir. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613-624-5580.

LANARK Bingo Night: Tuesday January 23rd Doors open at 6:30 pm, games start at 7:00 pm Held BOOK CLUB, Sun., Feb. 4 at 2pm Lanark at the Pakenham Public School. Pakenham & Learning Centre. Discussing “Ninteen Minutes” District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festiby Jodi Picoult and “The Five People You Meet val event. Call 613-624-5580 50+ Fitness. Classes Tuesday & Thursdays in Heaven” by Mitch Albom. Join us and bring Fish & Chips Dinner: Friday January 26, 10 am; Canoe Club. Enquiries: 613-256-8339. along your suggestions.

4:30-7:00pm in the Upper Hall. Tickets in adA.N.A.F. 315 Town Line Rd. Chile & bun.

Civitan Old Tyme Country Talent Night vance. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Feb 2, 5-7pm, open to everyone. Come out and Dinner & Dance. Last Friday of every month, Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613-624enjoy good music. dinner 6 p.m. Dance to follow. (613)259-5610. 5580.

Frost Festival Pub Night: Saturday January 27th Upper Hall. Doors open at 7:00pm. The Ryan’s kick off the night at 8:00pm. Hypnotist Richard Cole at 9:15pm. Bake Auction with John O’Neill. Reservations in advance, call 613-624-5925. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. Call 613-624-5580 Jr B Hockey Game: Friday, January 26, 7:30 p.m. Arnprior Packers vs Whitewater Kings.

Movie Night: Thursday January 25th Pakenham Public School. Doors open at 6:00pm, movie starts at 6:30pm. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613-624-5580

PERTH Baby Talk playgroup for parents and infants 0 - 12 months, Thursday, February 1, 8.

1-2pm, Taycare Senior Centre. For information call 613-283-0095 Community Home Support- Lanark County monthly Parkinson Support Group, last Monday of each month. At the Community Home Support office, 40 Sunset Blvd, Suite 100. Information, Melissa 613-267-6400 ext 25.

Connections, Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Thursdays, 10-12 p.m. St. James Church (Beckwith St. entrance), Info: 613257-2779 ext 3106.

Duplicate Bridge, Thursday evenings at 7 p.m, Civitan Hall, 6787 Highway 43. Contact 613-264-0945.

EarlyON Child & Family Centre, Parent Discussion Group, Thursday, February 1, 1-2 pm, Taycare Senior Centre. Free child care. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Monday January 29, February 5. 9:30 noon. Taycare Senior Centre. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Taycare Senior Centre, Tuesday, January 30, February 6. Taycare Senior Centre, 9:30 noon. For information call 613-283-0095.

EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Wednesday, January 31, February 7.

10am - noon, Perth Library. For information call 613-283-0095 Film Night International Perth kicks off its 15th season with the acclaimed film Loving Vincent, Wednesday January 24, 2 and 7pm at the Full Circle Theatre, 26 Craig St. For more details, 613.267.1224.

Perth Civitan Bingo, every Wednesday.

Opens at 6 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m.

Perth Old Tyme Fiddler’s Dance, Classic Country Music, Perth Lions Hall, 7:30 p.m. Feb 9. Info: 613-259-2569 or 613-283-8703.

Perth Stamp Club Meeting at 7:30 pm., Wednesday, Jan 24, McMartin House, 125 Gore E. For info. call Phil Warrington 613-264-0724.

RTA Central Club, Sunday, January 28, Level 1, 6 km. Moderate pace. Snowshoe on Rideau Trail from Ferrier Road to Conlon Farm.

Depart Conlon Farm, Perth at 9:30a.m. Leader: Brenda Ethier, 613-464-8746 Stroke survivor and caregiver support group, meets the 4th Wednesday of every month between 1:30-3:30 p.m. Legion, 26 Beckwith St E. Info: (613)549-6666 x6867.

Support Group for people with Parkinson’s & their care partners, last Monday of each mnth, 1pm Community Home Support Lanark County, 40 Sunset Blvd, Ste D. 613-722-9238, 1-800-565-3000 email: Margaux.Wolfe@parkinson.ca

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Valentine Dinner, Feb. 11th, 4:30-6pm, Royal Canadian Legion Br. 244, Perth. Reserve tickets. Sharon 627-2413. Wanda 267-9777.

Or available at the Legion Bar. No meeting in February.

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Annual Dinner and Dance- Lanark County Cattlemen’s Assoc. Carleton Place Arena.

Sat. Feb. 3. Dinner by Waterfall Catering. Music: Glen Silverson Band. 6-7 p.m. social hour.

Dinner 7 p.m. Tickets: 613-267-3680 leave a message or from any director.

Archives Lanark, open first & third Friday and the second & fourth Saturday, 10-3 pm, 1920 Con.7, Drummond (former Drummond Township Office near Drummond Center.)

Info:.) Info: 613-267-3178 or 613-256-3130.

Bid Euchre, Every second Monday night, 7:00p.m. Tatlock Community Hall. 613-2562786 Clayton Hall, Olde Tyme Music & Dinner, Feb. 4, 2-6 p.m. supper at 5. All musicians welcome. Proceeds to Clayton Hall.

CPHC Seniors 50+ Heartwise Exercise Class - Mondays, 9:30-10:30 am, ABC Hall, Info Margaret Miller (613) 273-9244.

Dance, Toledo Legion Sunday February 4th featuring Jamie Forsythe Doors open at 1 and dancing is from 2-5 followed by a hot supper.

Toledo Legion, Euchre Tournament, Last Saturday of every month starting January 27, starts at 1 pm. Doors open at 12 pm. Last registration is 12:45.

Family Karaoke Night, every Wednesday 6:30-9pm, Newboro Community Hall.

Foley Mountain Winter Adventurers Day Camp, Jan. 31, 9am-4pm. Learn to snowshoe, make a shelter, build campfires and cook outdoors. Register at rvca.ca.

Frost Festival Pancake, Saturday, January 20th Breakfast: 7:30am-11:00am, Upper Hall, Stewart Community Centre. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613-624-5580 Guthrie United Church Roast Beef dinner with all the trimmings, January 28th, 4 to 6 pm.

Clayton Community Hall.

Heckston United Church Snowmobile Supper, Jan 28, 4:30-6:30pm.

Horseshoes, Toledo Legion, every Tuesday, 7 p.m. sharp. All welcome.

Lanark County Genealogical Society Meeting- Feb. 3, 1:30 p.m., Beckwith Township Municipal Complex. Speaker: Barrie Crampton - Historical Mapping Project. Everyone welcome.

Line dancing, Fridays, 10-11 am, ABC Hall, for everyone including beginners and seniors, Info Rhonda Aisbitt, rhondaaisbitt@hotmail.ca or (613) 885-8543 Line dancing, Wednesday, 3-4 pm, ABC Hall, for everyone including beginners and seniors, Info Rhonda Aisbitt, rhondaaisbitt@hotmail.ca or (613) 885-8543.

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Shifting the resolution from weight to health: Taking steps toward better eating habits

BY MEENA TIPPER

This time of year many people resolve to lose weight and change their bodies. To do this, some people might only focus on the number on the scale and resort to extremes in order to achieve a certain goal. Reality TV shows, diet product company ads and gym-sponsored marketing all offer quick and easy fixes.

This year, focus on health instead of weight. Did you know that weight alone is not a measure of health? There are many things that determine our body size including genetics, which we cannot change. Keep in mind that being healthy can look different for everyone and is much more than your shape and size. A commitment to healthy behaviours that work for you, rather than a focus on weight loss, is more likely to result in long-term changes. Set small, realistic goals and make small changes over time.

It is very important to focus on how you are feeling. Do you have more energy? Are you sleeping better? Your weight may or may not change, but focus on the changes you have made that help you feel better and commit to stick with these changes, then add another small goal.

Nutrition Tips tain. Make the necessary changes to reach your goal and when the new behaviour becomes a habit, move on to a new goal. If you can make large goals into smaller, doable goals, you will increase your chances of success. Even if your goals seem small at first, you can work your way up from there.

Examples of small, achievable goals include: buying whole grain bread instead of white bread; eating fruit instead of drinking juice; eating fish or a plant-based protein at dinner one day per week; bringing lunch from home two days a week; eating vegetables with dinner three days a week Celebrate your successes when you have made a goal into a habit.

Don’t be hard on yourself if you “slip up.” Enjoy “sometimes” foods” (“sometimes” foods are those that are higher in salt, sugar and fat like candies, pastries, chips, chocolate, etc.) every now and then. If you are kind to yourself and make changes that you can live with, you are more likely to have long-term success.

Resolve to eat together One way to help your family be healthier in the new year is to eat together. Many families are busy, however; there are nutrition, health, social and mental benefits to eating together. Families who eat together are more likely to eat

a variety of foods, and eat more vegetables and fruit.

Schedule time to eat together without distraction. Your family can eat together at breakfast, lunch or dinner. If you don’t usually eat together, start with one meal per week and slowly add more meals together. Put it on your calendar to remind yourself.

When you have a meal together, whether or not it is at home, turn off the TV, and put cellphones and toys away. Focus on each other’s company; eating together fosters connection. Try not to rush through the meal, it is suggested to give children 20-30 minutes for a meal. Use this time as an opportunity to role model: enjoying mealtime, trying new foods, and good table manners.

Having an unhurried meal allows us to learn to stop eating when we are full and listen to our bodies’ hunger and fullness cues and signals.

Everyone can help. If you involve your children in food preparation, they are more likely to eat what they helped to make. Little ones can learn to set the table and wash vegetables, older children can crack and beat eggs or make a salad. Once you start to incorporate time together at meals — you may begin to see the benefits of these opportunities to connect at home, or away from home.

Soup n’ Sandwich lunch, St. Andrew’s United Church, Toledo. Sunday, Feb. 11, noon.

Homemade soups, sandwiches, desserts and beverage. Everyone is welcome.

Tuesday Bid Euchre, Montague Forget Me Middleville Agricultural Society General Not Club, 1:30 pm; Friday 4 hand euchre, 7 pm, Annual meeting, January 31, Hopetown United followed by a light lunch and Saturday 6 hand Church, 7:30pm. Everyone is welcome to at- euchre at 1 pm, followed by light lunch. tend. Marg MacNeill 613-259-2719.

Mindfullness Meditation for BeginSMITHS FALLS ners, Thursday afternoons, 1:30-2:30, Country Roads Community Health Centre, 4319 Cove Road, Portland. To register 4 hand bid euchre, every Wednesday and call Mandy 613-272-2799 ext. 258, 1-888- Friday at 1:30 p.m. Senior’s Activity Building, 998-9927.

61 Cornelia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor: Musicians Circle -Thursdays, 7 pm, ABC Harmony Club 162. Info: (613)283-4684.

Hall, All musicians welcome and all genres of 4 hand euchre, 7 p.m. 1st. Monday every music. For information call Matt Churchill month at Seniors Activity Building, 61 Corne613-273-9005 mattchurchill@hotmail.com lia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor Harmony Northern Landsharks will be selling ties to Club 162. Info: 613-283-4684. support Alzheimers Society of Lanark County, 4 hand euchre, 7 p.m. every Thursday, at Jan. 28, 9 am-2pm, inside Barnabe’s YIG, Duf- Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St. Parkferin St. 613-264-1510 facebook northernland- ing behind arena. Sponsor Harmony Club 162. sharks.com Info: 613-283-4684.

Pot Luck Wed. Come for the Pot Luck and 40 Plus Singles Dinner & Dance, Civitan the Fun all members and their guests welcome Club, #12468 Hwy 15, Smiths Falls, Saturday to come the last Wednesday of the month. Feb. 3, Dinner at 7 pm. Dance to follow with DJ. Bring your favourite dish! Dinner at 6pm. Royal 613-285-8557 40plussinglesdance@gmail.com Canadian Legion Br#542, Westport Baby Talk playgroup for parents and infants Snow Road Snowmobile Club Breakfast 0-12 months. Monday January 29, February 5.

Feb. 3, 8 - 11 AM at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills 1-2 pm, 91 Cornelia St W. For information call Road, Snow Road Station.

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Bagpipe band practice, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Masonic Hall, 46 Russell St. W. New members welcome. Info: Wayne 283-9792, cell 284-7038 or www.gordonpipeband.com Better than a Doctor, Better than a Lawyer, Better than a Psychiatrist, His name is Jesus. For prayer, anytime call U ME- PRAY (613)8637729 local call or (613)283-3465.

Bid Euchre - Every Monday Evening 7pm Canadian Room - Smiths Falls Legion Br. 95.

Bid Euchre 1st and 3rd Sunday every month. 1:30 p.m. Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St., parking behind arena. Sponsored

by Harmony Club 162. Info 613-283-4684.

Bingo - Every Thursday Evening 7pm Lancaster Hall - Smiths Falls Legion Br. 95 (Canteen Open from 4:30pm to 7pm) Carpet bowling every Thursday, 12:45 p.m.

Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor: Harmony Club 162.

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Carpet bowling every Thursday, 12:45 p.m.

Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor: Harmony Club 162.

Info: (613)283-4684.

Club 60 at Smiths Falls Legion, Branch 95, invites everyone for meeting & fun games. 1:30 pm. on last Tuesday of every month.

Connections, Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Tuesday, 1-3 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 73 Beckwith St. N. Info: 613-257-2779 ext 3106.

Small steps toward healthier eating Many people resolve to “eat healthy” in the new year and then try to overhaul their eating habits all at once. Instead, focus on setting small, realistic goals that are easier to achieve and main-

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Resolve to eat breakfast Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. The word “breakfast” really does mean “break the fast.” By the time we wake up, most of us have gone eight to 12 hours without food. During the night, the brain uses the body’s energy stores. Eating a balanced breakfast helps replenish these stores and gives the brain the energy needed to work properly. When breakfast is skipped, it can lead to an energy drop mid-morning, which can lead to difficulty concentrating, irritability and poor performance.

soon after waking, and then have yogurt and cereal a little while later. To save time plan what you will eat and have your breakfast items ready the night before. Once you have established a day or two of eating breakfast, build from there to make it a regular part of your day.

For more information, visit www.healthunit.org or call 1-800660-5853.

Meena Tipper, MAN, RD, is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian with the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit

So, what’s for breakfast?

A nutritious breakfast includes a variety of foods, vegetables and fruit, whole grains, milk or alternatives and meat and alternatives including eggs, nuts, seeds, and tofu. If you do not like “typical” breakfast foods, like cereal, fruit, muffins, pancakes, or toast you can be creative. Any food can be a breakfast food. Some people like a sandwich, salad, casserole, or leftovers first thing in the morning. A stir fry can have noodles or rice, vegetables, and protein like meat, fish, tofu, or eggs. Pair this with a glass of milk. Try to limit foods like sugary cereals, which are low in fibre and don’t keep you full for long.

Set small goals and work up from there. If you don’t eat breakfast at all, choose a few days a week to try to eat something within an hour of waking. If this is not possible, you can break your breakfast up. Eat a piece of fruit

Duplicate Bridge - Every Monday Evening 7pm Lancaster Hall - Smiths Falls Legion Br. 95.

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Duplicate Bridge, Monday evenings at 7 p.m. and Tuesday afternoons at 1 p.m., 7 Main St. E., Smiths Falls. Contact: 613-283-7164 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Monday January 29, February 5. 9 am - noon, 91 Cornelia Street W. For information call 613-283-0095.

EarlyON Child & Family Centre Intergenerational playgroup, Van Horne Retirement Residence. Monday February 25, 9:30 - 11 am, 25 Van Horne Ave, Smiths Falls. For information call 613-283-0095.

EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Tuesday, January 30, February 6. 9am noon, 91 Cornelia St W. For information call 613-283-0095.

EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Wednesday, January 31, February 7.

9am- noon, Trinity United Church. For information call 613-283-0095.

EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Friday, February 2, 9. 9 am-noon, 1 Cornelia St W. For more information call 613283-0095.

Euchre - Every Wednesday Evening 7pm Canadian Room - Smiths Falls Legion Br. 95.

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Floor Shuffle Board. 10 a.m. Every Tuesday and Wednesday. Seniors Activity Building. Parking behind arena. Beginners welcome.

Sponsor: Harmony Club 162. (613)283-4684.

Harmony Club 162, 61 Cornelia St. Darts every Thursday. 1:30 p.m. Info: 613-283-4684.

Lanark County Brain Injury Survivors Group, meeting. Every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-noon.

Tricas, 88 Cornelia St. W. Mental Health Support for family members, 2nd Tuesday of the month 7-9pm, 88 Cornelia St. West at The Link. Contact mentalhealthfamilies@gmail.com Robbie Burns Dinner, Westminster Presbyterian Church, Sat., Jan 27, appetizers 4:30pm, dinner 5:30pm, menu: roast beef, mashed potatoes, veggies, haggis, dessert, coffee/tea. Advance tickets only 613-283-2318, 613-283-6987 or 613283-7527.

Valentine Dance, Hanley Hall, Feb. 10, 7-11 p.m., The Doherty Brothers Band. Light lunch, LCBO licensed. Contact: Pat 613-2837166, Mary 613-283-6032.

Workshop “Making Peace with the Enemy: Food” with Deborah Brooks, Saturday January 27, from 9:30-4pm, 88 Cornelia Street West, Unit A3. 613-523-5143 to register or book online: www.serenityrenewal.ca Youth Darts - Every Saturday - Jr. Room 10:00am to 1:00pm - Smiths Falls Legion Br. 95.

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Sports fans can now watch PDCI sports action in real time.

For the past year, members of Paul Gallien’s media arts class have been streaming school sports and other events on the internet via Facebook Live.

The afternoon of Tuesday, Jan. 16 was busy at Perth and District Collegiate Institute, not just on the court, but in the ‘control booth’ on the sidelines between the bleachers, as Gallien and his camera operators, commentators and directors provided real-time coverage to three basketball games.

Not only did they provide coverage of PDCI’s twin wins over the St. John Catholic High School Spartans from the south side of Perth, but then kept the cameras rolling for an international matchup: a varsity PDCI team taking on the visiting basketball team from Wesley College, Perth, Western Australia.

Gallien has been chomping at the bit for nearly a decade to do more live streaming.

“Back in 2008, we ended up doing a live broadcast along with Cogeco (now YourTV),” said Gallien, during a telephone interview on the morning of Monday, Jan. 22. Gallien and his class were already filming games, which the station would later air on cable. But even then, he remembered thinking: “I wonder if we could live stream this?”

However, because of Cogeco’s broadcasting licence at the time, this was not possible. But that did not

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“I called the CRTC (Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission). I kept calling and calling,” he remembered, and, in time, they “got special permission to do it.”

The live stream was a hit and “we were getting emails from grandmothers in Israel saying, ‘Oh, I see my grandson!’” But, while he “saw the value of it,” doing any future streaming meant that “we couldn’t do it with Cogeco.”

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That started to changed two years ago when he had a student in his class, Gethen Hatch, whose father, Sheldon Hatch, showed how he and his dad were able to live stream from a fishing derby, using drones, for example.

“This is not amateur hour!” Gallien recalled happily at watching the footage.

Back at the school, “we knew how to shoot sporting events,” but when it came to live streaming, “it was a bit of a mystery to me.”

He reached out to Sheldon and

he commended the parent for having “really come through for us.” He was “able to cut through,” the sometimes baffling technological protocols.

“He ended up building us a machine,” he enthused. “He introduced me to the software that we use.”

Gallien’s class still has a good partnership with YourTV, and commends Shaun Wright and his team for their years of help, so “they still learn all that professional angle,” he said of the

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Municipal Connection EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: POOL MANAGER

Full-Time Non-Union Position The Corporation of the Town of Perth is seeking resumes for a Pool Manager.

Reporting to the Director of Community Services, the Pool Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Perth and District Indoor Pool in accordance with established Town policies and provincial legislation and regulations.

The successful candidate will possess a two (2) year college diploma (minimum level of education required for position), a minimum of 5 years’ experience, advanced knowledge of First Aid and CPR, as well as other experience and qualifications as detailed in the job description.

This position is placed on the “E” Panel (current hourly rate of $28.71 to $33.76). This is a thirty-six and one-quarter (36.25) hours per week position. A comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, etc.) complete with the OMERS pension plan is included with this position. A complete job description is available upon request.

Applicants are invited to submit covering letters and resumes no later than Friday February 2nd, 2018 at 12:00 noon to the attention of: Pierce Olynyk, Payroll Administrator Corporation of the Town of Perth 80 Gore St. East Perth, ON K7H 1H9 Email: payroll@perth.ca Website: www.perth.ca/townhall/employment The Corporation of the Town of Perth is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001, and will be used only for the purpose of candidate selection. The Town of Perth will provide accommodation for individuals with accessibility needs.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: ACCOUNTANT/DEPUTY TREASURER Full-Time Non-Union Position The Corporation of the Town of Perth is seeking resumes for an Accountant /Deputy Treasurer. Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer, the Accountant/Deputy Treasurer is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the Town’s financial services, including the division’s payroll administration.

The successful candidate will possess a community college graduate (three-year program) majoring in finance or accounting, working towards or possessing a professional accounting designation (e.g. CGA, CMA – minimum level of education required for position), a minimum of 5-7 years’ accounting experience, extensive experience in computer spreadsheets design and applications, Microsoft Excel and Word, as well as other experience and qualifications as detailed in the job description.

This position is placed on the “F” Panel (current hourly rate of $33.75 to $40.93). This is a forty hour per week position.

A comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, etc.) complete with the OMERS pension plan is included with this position. A complete job description is available upon request.

Applicants are required to submit covering letters and resumes no later than Monday, February 5th, 2018 at 12 Noon to the attention of: Pierce Olynyk, Payroll Administrator Corporation of the Town of Perth 80 Gore St. East Perth, ON K7H 1H9 Email: payroll@perth.ca www.perth.ca/townhall/employment The Corporation of the Town of Perth is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001, and will be used only for the purpose of candidate selection.

The Town of Perth will provide accommodation for individuals with accessibility needs.

DOG TAGS AND CAT LICENCES:

Dog tags are required annually for all dogs residing in Perth and may be purchased for a cost of $15.40 prior to April 1st.

If purchased after April 1st the fee is $30.80. All cat owners must purchase a one-time licence for a fee of $15.40. Dog tags and cat licences are available at the Town Hall. For more information call 613-267-3311 Ext 2278.

Please DO NOT call OPP for animal control issues. If you require animal care and control services, please contact our Animal Control/By-Law Enforcement Officer, Anita Stuart at 613-259-9998 or Pager 613-267-9337.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: CRYSTAL PALACE CONVENOR/SPECIAL EVENTS ATTENDANT

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Part-Time Non-Union Position The Corporation of the Town of Perth is seeking resumes for a Crystal Palace Convenor/Special Events Attendant.

The successful candidate will possess a minimum Grade 12 education, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as other experience and qualifications as detailed in the job description.

This position is placed on the PT-2 Panel (current hourly rate of $17.00 to $19.53 per hour). Hours will vary, but this position may be scheduled up to a maximum of 24 hours per week. A complete job description is available upon request.

Applicants are invited to submit covering letters and resumes no later than Friday, January 26th, 2018 at 12 Noon to the attention of: Pierce Olynyk, Payroll Administrator Corporation of the Town of Perth 80 Gore St. East Perth, ON K7H 1H9 Email: payroll@perth.ca www.perth.ca/townhall/employment The Corporation of the Town of Perth is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001, and will be used only for the purpose of candidate selection. The Town of Perth will provide accommodation for individuals with accessibility needs

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Municipal Connection EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE SERVICES/TREASURER Full-Time Non-Union Position Due to the announcement of the incumbent’s planned retirement, the Corporation of the Town of Perth is seeking resumes for a Director of Corporate Services / Treasurer.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer is a key member of the Town’s Management Team and is responsible for the financial management of the municipality, including the day-to-day operation of the Treasury Department. In addition, the Director is also responsible for the management of the Provincial Offences Court.

The successful candidate will possess a university degree (4 years) or equivalent (minimum level of education required for position), a minimum of 8 years of management level experience, a professional accounting designation (CGA, CMA or CA) or equivalent, as well as other experience and qualifications as detailed in the job description.

This position is placed on the “G” Panel (current hourly rate of $35.86 to $52.69). This is a forty (40) hours per week position. A comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, etc.) complete with the OMERS pension plan is included with this position. A complete job description is available upon request.

Applicants are invited to submit covering letters and resumes no later than Monday, February 5th, 2018 at 12:00 noon to the attention of: Pierce Olynyk, Payroll Administrator Corporation of the Town of Perth 80 Gore Street E. Perth, ON, K7H 1H9 or via e-mail: payroll@perth.ca or www.perth.ca/townhall/employment The Corporation of the Town of Perth is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001, and will be used only for the purpose of candidate selection.

The Town of Perth will provide accommodation for individuals with accessibility needs.

2018 CIP FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES: The Town of Perth is pleased to offer another round of funding incentives for 2018 made possible by the Town’s Community Improvement Plan (CIP). The first intake deadline for applications is Friday, March 9th at 4:00pm.

Applications are welcomed and encouraged for the Building Code Compliance and Energy Retrofit Loan Program, as well as the Façade and Signage Improvement Grant Program, and Tax Increment Rebate Program. These programs stimulate new development and support re-investment in property improvements in the designated CIP area of town (see attached map), under the Community Improvement Plan, which allows the municipality to provide these funding incentives.

The Building Code Compliance and Energy Retrofit Program provides an opportunity for property owners in the CIP area to obtain an interest-free loan from the Town equal to 50% of the average construction cost to a maximum of $20,000 per unit for works related to Ontario Building Code upgrades or for works related to energy efficiency improvements as well as improvements made under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. The Façade and Signage Improvement Program offers property owners with a one-third capital grant (to a maximum of $5,000) to undertake façade improvements such as a new sign, fresh paint, repointing stone or brick work, landscape features, and physical improvements that will improve accessibility for clients and customers.

The Tax Increment Rebate Program provides a rebate to eligible applicants whose municipal property tax has increased as a result of development or redevelopment for a period of 5 years.

How To Apply? Applications and guides are available for download at www.perth.ca/grants or you can contact Connor Renouf at the Town of Perth at 613-267-3311 Ext. 2240 or by email at ecdev@perth.ca.

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Municipal Connection TOWN OF PERTH SEMI-ANNUAL CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: SEASONAL/PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Town of Perth is currently accepting applications from students and responsible adults for seasonal and/or part-time positions that may arise within the Corporation from time to time.

Applicants with civic pride, a positive attitude and an appreciation of customer service are invited to forward their resume to the undersigned no later than 12 Noon on February 14th, 2018.

Potential areas of employment include: • Community Services Department o Community Services Attendant(s) — Reporting to CS Lead Hands, will assist in maintenance and care of all Town parks and facilities. Will require working a variety of shifts, including days, evenings and weekends. o Last Duel Park Attendant(s) — To provide onsite administrative support of the campground and its facilities. Duties include: taking telephone and in-person reservations, invoicing, mapping and collections, placing campers and boaters on their sites, grounds keeping and maintenance support. o Tourism Customer Service Representative(s) — Perth Tourism is seeking individuals who are interested in becoming part of an energetic team. The successful candidate(s) will be dedicated to delivering effective customer service and be skilled in public relations. The position will facilitate and promote Heritage Perth and its diverse range of arts, culture, recreation, festivals and events. o Perth Museum Interpreter(s) — Perth Museum is seeking individuals who are interested in history and have experience working within a museum setting. The successful candidate will provide customer service and work with museum artifacts and archives. o Chief Summer Student – Working evenings and weekends. Responsible for ensuring that part-time, evening and weekend students work in accordance with the Town of Perth Health & Safety Policies and the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act, will maintain appropriate work records and ensure that all tasks are performed as assigned. o Perth Pool Staff o Qualified Lifeguards( NLS) o Qualified Instructors to teach Aquafit, Red Cross swimming lessons and Life Saving, o Day Camp Counsellors with lots of energy to work with children o Locker Room Attendants which are responsible for keeping the facility clean.

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Experience is an asset however training will be provided. Interested applicants are invited to submit a confidential resume outlining their experience and qualifications to the undersigned or complete an application online at www.perth.ca/employment. Please indicate in a covering letter which areas you may be interested in working.

These positions will require working a variety of shifts which include days, evenings & weekends. Successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory police reference check.

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It’s for ages 10-15 years, and the cost is only $5.20 per week. Call the Pool office to find out more – 613-267-5302.

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Connected to Your Community - P4 - Thursday, January 25, 2018

Mayor predicts rental bikes, cycling paths from Perth to Murphys Point

From left, student camera operators Travis Bracegirdle, Nathan Leblanc, and Ian Beattie at PDCI. The team was in full action on Jan. 16, covering not only the Blue Devils’ games against the St. John Spartans, but also the visiting Wesley College team from Western Australia.

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broadcast piece of the class. “Our kids are learning.”

And they have new equipment too. Pointing back to the Jan. 16 basketball afternoon, “it was all us. The cameras. The tripods.”

Another online change has allowed for his class to live stream, with the launch of Facebook Live, which allows events to be streamed for free.

Beforehand, when he wanted to do live streaming, “I had to pay for service,” upwards of $60 per game. He anticipates being able to stream on to YouTube soon.

While other schools may be able to live stream, “it’s like one camera, and it’s shaky,” he

said. “Your production value jumps even with just a second camera.”

He is also looking to add graphics to upcoming games, such as the basketball finals in midFebruary, and, in future, add court mics.

“All that stuff makes it look better,” he said.

“It’s a new era.”

The media arts class does not only focus on sports — they live streamed the school’s graduation ceremony last June.

“It fits with the curriculum,” he said. “It’s relevant. The kids coming through high school … they get a lot of stuff through Facebook.”

To follow the media arts students with their on-air adventures, click on their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/PDCILivestream/ live_videos/

Perth Mayor John Fenik is predicting a future of rental bikes in town, with municipal paths stretching out as far as Murphys Point Provincial Park.

But before that day comes, in the meantime, Perth town hall is in the process of securing provincial money to develop a cycling plan.

Town council approved the transfer of money from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation’s Municipal Commuter Cycling Grant program.

The grant is for an amount of up to $25,000, with the province agreeing to pay up to 80 per cent of any approved project.

Community Services Director Shannon Baillon told Perth town council’s committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 16, that she was informed that the money was forthcoming around Christmastime.

“Our intent is to do a cycling plan,” said Baillon. “This is about commuting,” more specifically, “getting cyclists through town, from (ma-

jor) arteries.”

The plan will be “created in conjunction with the Town of Perth Transportation Master Plan,” wrote Baillon in her staff report to council. It will later be “developed into a request for proposal. Qualified proposals will be received, reviewed, and awarded as per the town’s procurement policy.”

She added that the town “is required to fund a minimum of 20 per cent of the project cost, which amounts to a maximum of $6,250.”

Fenik welcomed the move, saying that “it really dovetails nicely with the county. We are paving our (county road) shoulders extra wide,” to accommodate cyclists. “The time will come that we have lender bikes,” that one can rent using a credit card, where “you can cycle from downtown to Murphys Point and back,” said Fenik.

Coun. Jim Boldt reminded council and staff that “No, we are not Cooper Street in downtown Ottawa,” with bike lanes. He hoped that the study would learn from some of the mistakes made in Ottawa.

Correction

In the Jan. 18 issue of The Perth Courier, the story “Symon wants to prepare for 8,000 new residents by 2038”, it was written that Perth’s new Director of Development and Protective Services, Forbes Symon, wanted the town to be ready for as many as 8,000 new residents in the next 20 years.

This was incorrect.

In fact, Symon asserted in the interview that he anticipated the town growing to 8,200 people over the next 20 years, not growing by 8,000. The Perth Courier apologizes for the error and any embarrassment this may have caused.

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At left, Premier Kathleen Wynne buys a scarf off of Emily Kadoke-Scantlebury at Doree’s Habit on Mill Street in Almonte on Aug. 16 in this file photo. At right, Amber Hall, executive director of the Perth and District Chamber of Commerce, stands in front of Inge-Va House in Perth in this file photo.

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Perth chamber encourages members to tweet Wynne any Bill 148 questions

BY DESMOND DEVOY

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Go ask Kathleen.

The Perth and District Chamber of Commerce is asking its members to tweet any of their questions about the minimum wage hike and Bill 148 to Premier Kathleen Wynne, as part of a larger campaign organized by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce.

“Kathleen Wynne is really the best person to talk to,” said Amber Hall, executive director of the Perth and District Chamber of Commerce during a telephone interview on Monday, Jan. 22.

This past Friday, Jan. 19, Wynne tweeted: “I’m happy to talk to any business owner about the minimum wage.”

Ontario raised its minimum wage from $11.60 an hour to $14 on New Year’s Day. The minimum wage is scheduled to rise again on New Year’s Day 2019 to $15 an hour.

“I’m getting calls from members

and nonmembers,” said Hall. “People are looking for more information … I get so many emails.”

While she is not aware of any members who have laid off staff, or cut benefits, or cancelled plans to hire more staff because of the hike, she had just that morning sent out an email to her members, a forward from Kylie Lechner, membership and office co-ordinator for the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC), headquartered in Toronto.

“In light of the Premier’s tweet this afternoon, the OCC has responded with … an open letter to encourage Ontario businesses to reach out to Premier Wynne to discuss the increase in the minimum wage,” wrote Lechner.

“I’m trying to get as much information,” said Hall, back in Perth.

“A lot of businesses are just kind of stunned,” even going so far as to say that there is “some panic.” Looking at Bill 148, “there is some fairly heavy wording that can scare business,” she

said. “I feel so sorry for these businesses.”

Businesses have reached out to the provincial government, but she is hearing back from her members responses like this: “Hey, look, I’ve tried calling the provincial government (and) they don’t have any answers either,” she said.

Few small businesses can afford a human resources person, so a lot of the extra work that this legislation brings about falls on the shoulders of business owners. She hastened to add, however, that some member businesses “do believe in a fair wage,” but for many, even supporters, it was a matter of implementation.

“They really should have phased it (the hike) in and done their due diligence,” Hall said, bringing the hike in a “more incremental” way. “It would have been good if (they) had taken their time on this.

See WAGE page P7

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Public Notices Council/Committee of the Whole February 13, 2018 Council/Committee of the Whole February 27, 2018

Municipal Office & Landfill Site are closed Monday February 19th for Family Day No changes to Garbage or Recycling Schedules

Tax installment due dates:

Community Development Councillor Tim Campbell

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Recreation

Reeve Richard Kidd

2018 DOG TAGS Dog tags are due for renewal. Tags help to identify lost dogs and reunite them with their families. Tag(s) are available at the Municipal Office, during regular business hours. The fee is $15.00 payable either by cash; cheque or debit.

A replacement tag for a lost tag cost $2.00. Owners are asked to keep the tag securely fastened on the dog at all times.

Kennel Licenses are available where applicable for a fee of $30.00. Dogs are prohibited from running at large and are required to be licensed.

Change of Address Beckwith Township forwards all mail to the last known address provided by the owner. It is the responsibility of the property owner to provide the Township with any change to their mailing address. Owners can call in their change of address, but must follow-up with written confirmation either by fax, mail or in person. The Township will not be held responsible for mail not delivered in a timely manner due to changes in addresses not provided by the property owner.

GOODWOOD MARSH NATURE TRAIL Please note that the Goodwood Marsh Nature Trail has been booked for a Snowmobile Demonstration event on Friday January 26th, 2018 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. This will mean that authorized snowmobiles will have approved access to that section of the trail during that time.

Interim Tax Bills have been Mailed If you do not receive your 2018 Interim Tax Bill by January 31, 2018 call 613-267-6500 ext. 242 Changes to Municipal Legislation took effect January 1,

February 28 2018. Tax accounts in arrears any part of two years are now subject to Tax Registration as a means of April 30

collection. Please contact the tax department to make payment arrangements.

Changes in Animal Control Services The Township will no longer be providing Animal Control Services on a one-year trial basis. Council acknowledges that most pet owners are responsible. Dog owners will not be required to purchase a dog tag however there should be an identification tag on your pet in the event your pet gets lost. If you own a pet, please minimize the impact your pet(s) may have on your neighbors. Don’t let your dog bark incessantly. Don’t let your dog run at large, keep your dog on your own property.

Remember to pick up after your dog. Be a Good Neighbour Look no further the books are coming to you!

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Development Charges Jan 1, 2018 Township- $3, 000 County- $840

Changes to Smiths Falls Library Services

As of January 1, 2018, the Township will no longer be providing a grant to the Smiths Falls library. As a result, residents who continue using the library will be subject to the library’s non-resident fee of $54 per year.

Background The Township has its own library, the Perth & District Union Library in partnership with the Town of Perth and Township of Tay Valley. The Township will be paying $161,000 in 2018 for this library service. Historically, the Perth & District Union Library paid a fee to the Smiths Falls library and had discontinued it many years ago. At that time, the Council agreed to pick up the payment and has now decided to discontinue paying.

For more information on the Perth & District Union library, visit www.perthunionlibrary.ca , or drop by at 30 Herriott St Perth, ON

Connected to Your Community - P6 - Thursday, January 25, 2018

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WAGE

From page P6

Hall called the legislation “complex” since it covers not only the minimum wage, but also covers everything from maternity leave to precarious work.

“It’s almost like going to school,” Hall said.

Solidarity on Bill 148 While some businesses are feeling hard pressed by Bill 148, local labour leaders are celebrating the bill’s implementation.

“We definitely support it,” said John Jackson, president of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) local 2119, during a telephone interview on Tuesday, Jan. 23.

He added though that for hospital workers — of which he is one — at the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital, “it doesn’t really affect our members,” in that they do not get paid the minimum wage anyway, and he conceded that “it’s quite a large bill,” and that since the hospital is a public entity, “our members (were) already benefiting,” from the changes that were brought in for other private industries.

One change he did like in Bill 148 is that while his members did have access to 10 personal leave days, two of those days are now paid.

“The unions have fought for it,” he said of the changes brought in by the Wynne government.

He disagreed with critics who stated that the minimum wage hike should have been phased in over a longer period of time.

“They need the money now, the working poor,” he said. “Everybody benefits from it.” The working poor are “not socking it away,” in a tropical, offshore bank account, he said.

“They’re spending it in the community.”

Hiring Professionals who are on the front line of local hiring are not seeing any slowdowns — as yet.

“We haven’t heard that there has been any retractions in staff hours or hiring,” said Lisa Benoit, manager of Algonquin College’s Community Employment Services in Perth, said during a telephone interview on Tuesday, Jan. 23. However, there is a “natural retraction” that occurs after the Christmas holidays, when seasonal employees are let go. If there is any local retraction in hours or hiring that occurs because of Bill 148, Benoit predicts that it will “not be fully realized until the spring.”

She said that while the minimum wage hike is pretty straight forward for employers, there is “really confusion around the rest of the bill,” which businesses are “struggling to navigate their way through.”

She is directing employers toward the Ontario Ministry of Labour’s online resources, as well as calling the ministry’s Employment Standards Information Centre at 1-800-531-5551.

There will also be a ministry webinar this coming Jan. 26, specifi-

cally dealing with the new extended personal leave section of the bill.

The link is: https://www.eventbrite. com/e/ministry-of-labour-personalemergency-leave-information-sessiontickets-41322670219 She also pointed out that employers can access wage incentives and subsidy programs as well, such as a new initiative to employ young talent.

“It helps offset the initial cost of onboarding a new (young) employee,” Benoit said of the youth employment subsidies. “You certainly sympathize with small employers,” who do not have human resources departments, she added.

Richard Skrobecki, owner and manager of General Fine Craft in Almonte, points out some the works of local artist Chandler Swain to Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne on Aug. 16 in this file photo.

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ou may have heard on the news — or perhaps noticed — that “Blue Monday” was last week on Jan. 15. I hope it went OK for you. And what is Blue Monday?

Well, so far, I haven’t seen any greeting cards about it and it hasn’t become a holiday or anything, but it first came about in 2005.

There is actually an equation to figure out which Monday it falls on in January (usually the third), but the short (nonmathematical) story is that it’s the day when a whole bunch of unpleasant factors hit home, such as yucky weather, post-holiday debt, the length of time since Christmas, the state of our failing New Year’s resolutions and low motivation.

I think I’d like to nominate all of last week for the blues, actually. Possibly the whole month of January. (And don’t forget we still have to navigate “the February blahs.”)

So many people I’ve talked to lately have mentioned having “the Januarys” (or some such thing). Indeed, it’s as if we all need some sort of sun lamp hanging over our heads to get us through — for those of us not heading for a dose of sun in the South, anyway.

I found myself speculating with a far-off friend last week that perhaps “the bad guys” (hard to narrow it down these days) had passed over the country with a large magnet of some kind and that we should all grab our tinfoil hats. It could happen, right?

Anyway, I found it interesting that the U.K. chose January to appoint a Minister of Loneliness. The move implements one of the main recommendations of a cross-party report by the Jo Cox Commission, which was set up in honour of the Labour MP murdered by a right-wing extremist in 2016. Cox had campaigned on the issue of loneliness. The government has indicated it will develop a strategy on the issue and provide funding for community activities to connect people.

In her column called “Don’t let Canada become a bucket of angry tribes” in the Toronto Star on Jan. 19, Heather Mallick also points to the issue of loneliness and how the way people find their identities (through families, churches, unions, jobs and neighbourhoods) has changed.

Now jobs are often short-term and people don’t have an opportunity to bond. People move around more to find work or an affordable place to live. Families become fractured. Auto-

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mation eliminates colleagues. “One is bonded to nothing,” she says. The airless floating sensation is nightmarish.

You are a mote in a boss’s eye.”

Yikes. Who wants to be a mote?

She cites Simon Kuper of the Financial Times, who has analyzed modern political polarization and identity and who says technological advances are causing humans, a sociable bunch, to “lose their tribes.”

The article describes the intensity of the political tribes in the U.K. and the U.S. It contends Canada still has “normal healthy political tribalism,” but a whole bunch of groups of people who are angry about stuff are on the rise, which may be a symptom of lonely people wanting to belong to something.

Sometimes they turn to social media, where everything is all fluffy bunnies and rainbow unicorns, right? I mean, there’s never anything or anyone kooky or uncivilized or polarizing on Twitter, right?

Mallick says Canadians will have to hold on to an “agreed set of civilized values and a goal of economic equality” if we are to avoid falling into this pit of hostile tribe stuff. “Loneliness builds. It eats into peaceful society like winter salt on our roads and bridges.

This is the coming danger,” she says.

Yikes. Again. What was I talking about? Oh, yeah. Blue Monday.

On Blue Monday I felt mistakes keenly and couldn’t shake it. The week felt like a month and I felt tired and heavy by its end. (I was tired, and I am heavy because I have been eating too much junk.) What fixed it was what always fixes it: People. I dragged my tired, heavy self to karate and came away lifted because of the activity and, primarily, the company. I had good chats with colleagues at work. And then there is my tribe — not an angry mob of lonely social-media dwellers, but real people who are positive and who make me laugh.

Tea also helps. And chocolate. And going outside. But definitely get yourself a dose of good people if you’ve got the Januarys.

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Bobbi Jo White, fund development coordinator at the Lanark Leeds Grenville Alzheimer Society was educating fans at the Perth Blue Wings game on Friday, Jan. 19 about Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. She also had forget-me-knot ties available for purchase, encouraging folks to “Tie One On” during Alzheimer’s Awareness month.

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The political year ahead

f you’re nuts about politics, then 2018 is shaping up to be a good year.

Not only are we heading into the provincial election on June 7, but there will also be municipal elections across the province on Oct. 22.

For the uber political junkie, there are provincial elections in New Brunswick (Sept. 24) and Quebec (Oct. 1). Yes, I will be marking my calendar.

(And if reports out of British Columbia are correct, there are already cracks developing in the supply-andconfidence agreement between the NDP government in Victoria and the Green Party that is propping them up, so, there may be another vote to add to the list. Yes, this is exciting stuff folks, if confidence votes float your boat.)

Locally, we are still waiting to see if John Fenik will seek a return as mayor and, if he does, if he will face a challenger. If he decides that this

DESMOND DEVOY Des Says term will be his swan song (and this is speculation on my part, but I feel I can speak with some authority as I cover nearly every council meeting) then I would not be surprised to see Coun.

Judy Brown toss her hat into the ring for mayor. She has run a municipality before.

Her questions at council are always politely probing, and she always provides sober second thoughts.

She may run as the continuity candidate, the steady-hand-on-the-tiller candidate. She is also on the board of the Downtown Heritage Perth Business Improvement Area, giving her a high degree of visibility with the business community.

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Member of the Baldwin-La Fontaine cabinet, leader of the Clear Grit Movement, champion of temperance and founder of the Courier.

Again, just an observation.

Another possible candidate for mayor is Coun. Jim Boldt.

Back in 2014, he told me that he was eyeing a run for the deputy mayor’s chair, but he held back and focused on his council seat instead.

He frequently asks question at council, always with an eye toward the taxpayer’s bottom dollar, and a healthy skepticism of hiring consultants for costly reports.

Outside of the political arena, he is involved in the sports arena, so to speak, doing announcing for the Perth Blue Wings, giving him visibility of another sort.

He also comes by his blue-collar bona fides honestly, working hard at a retail job in Almonte (which also gives him compassion for commuters.)

On more practical matters, it’s interesting to see the differences in policy they have between them.

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Double-Double Duo in recital on Feb. 3 at Perth Manor The Perth Manor has also created a special ticket price for students, less than half price!

Double-Double Duo is about much more than coffee; each duo member is a ‘double threat’ on two instruments: Kornel Wolak (clarinet/piano) and Michael Bridge (accordions/ piano). Classically trained international soloists, they use comedy, virtuosity, and musical sensitivity to bring their broad repertoire to life; “Double-Double Duo is the best of new, young ‘classical’ musicians… bringing their own style

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Take the budget for example.

Boldt appears to be of the opinion that tax raises can be kept at, or very near, zero per cent, with the right attitude and fiscal common sense.

Brown, however, while no tax-and-spend liberal, sees herself as realistic in that higher costs (hydro, the rise in the minimum wage this year and, possibly, next as well) and less money coming from the province means that either services will be cut, or taxes will have to go up.

“Nobody wants to pay more taxes,” Brown said last October.

Even Boldt, speaking on Budget Day 2017 last January, said “I don’t think the public will come to expect it,” he said. “Taxpayers should not expect zero per cent going forward. (However) it is in our interest to keep taxes as low as possible.”

(Town treasurer Lang Britchford told council back in October that Perth “tax rates are still the highest in the county,” and that it was not “sustainable to run below CPI,” the consumer price index. During budget discussions for the 2017 budget in January of last year, Britchford warned that “we may never be (at) zero again.”)

It would make for an interesting race, I’d say.

This is all speculation for now, of course. A harmless parlour game.

That being said, if it all pans out, well, you read it here first!

But that’s the fall fun.

What about early summer?

Perth-area resident Randy Hillier is once again back as the Progressive Conservative candidate. The incumbent MPP for Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston will be flying the blue banner,

running for the fourth time, hoping that, this time, after burning through leaders John Tory and Tim Hudak, that Patrick Brown will at last lead his followers into the Promised Land, and Randy will finally get to see what Queen’s Park looks like from the government benches after 10 years as an MPP. The Greens will be running one of their perennial candidates, Anita Payne, of Tay Valley Township. I’m not sure what the NDP is up to as yet, but hey, I’m always up for a nomination meeting (a contested one is even better!) so let me know where’s the party at.

Now the Liberal candidate, Mississippi Mills Coun. Amanda Polker-Mok is an interesting study. I covered her nomination (coronation?) meeting in Perth last month, and Shaun McLaughlin, the Mississippi Mills mayor was right – Polker-Mok’s political “trajectory” is an unusual one.

She has a poised ambition about her. I noticed that more than just a few obligatory lines were in French in her speech that night at the Perth Rotary Club, and that was likely more than just a tip of the hat to Francophones in the room like former federal candidate Phil Archambault.

She is not the type of politician to rock the boat, reportedly keeping quiet at Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital board meetings as the Mississippi Mills representative. Just listening, soaking it all in? Or keeping her powder dry?

I can say this – she is in the unique position of being a sitting politician, while still being an untested commodity on the campaign trail (in the traditional sense.)

Who needs reality TV when we have a political scene like this!

of intellect, expertise, and talent to a new 21st century audience.” (Barrie Examiner) Actively touring in Poland, France, Ecuador, and across Canada, DDD performs their all- original arrangements of classical showpieces, sensitive jazz ballades, and fiery folk music from around the globe.

Of Polish origin, Dr. Kornel Wolak performs on clarinet and piano; “Control and a smooth expressivity are what make Wolak shine” (Toronto Star). He is currently pioneering collaborative research in oral articulators with the department of Speech Language Pathology, University of Toronto. He is an internationally renowned soloist, teacher and touring chamber musician.

Originally from Alberta, Michael Bridge (accordions and piano) was named one of CBC’s “30 Hot Classical Musicians Under 30” in 2016, and is a winner of the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Emerging Artist Medal and the Canadian Digital Accordion Championships. Active in new music, he has over 30 world premieres to his credit. He is a graduate student in accordion performance at the University of Toronto studying

with Joseph Macerollo.

Wolak and Bridge began their collaboration in 2011.

They have since performed across Canada for arts organizations as diverse as the music they play – from the Ontario Philharmonic to the Calgary Stampede.

On the occasion of an international music festival in Loja, Ecuador, they met their future collaborator, Professor Guillaume Tardif (violin) from the University of Alberta, with whom they

toured Europe in summer 2016 as a trio.

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On Saturday, Feb. 3 at 2 p.m., the Music at the Manor Series returns to Perth Manor with a truly fabulous performance by “Double-Double Duo” featuring Kornel Wolak, clarinet and piano, and one of Canada’s most outstanding accordion players, Michael Bridge.

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Perth town council endorses continued door-to-door postal delivery

BY DESMOND DEVOY

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Perth’s postal workers are getting support from Perth town council – appropriately enough, in the form of a letter.

Perth town council’s committee of the whole unanimously passed a motion to send a letter to Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Public Services and Procurement -- she is responsible for Canada Post --to support continued home delivery of the mail, as well as support for innovative ways to continue high levels of service in a cost-efficient fashion.

The motion was composed

by Coun. Riq Turner at the Tuesday, Jan. 16, meeting, at which Amanda Brown, president of the Perth local of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers, returned to council requesting support.

She had last appeared in January 2014 to urge council’s help to delay or kill the proposal by the then Conservative government to stop door-to-door mail delivery.

Between that time and the October 2015 federal election, “830,000 addresses lost mail deliveries,” she claimed. During the election campaign that year, both the federal Liberals and NDP said they would keep door-to-door delivery.

Since the election of the Liberals, the matter has been studied by Parliament, and the Standing Committee on Government Operations and Estimates has recently delivered a report on the future of Canada Post --complete with several recommendations, including continuing the moratorium on constructing community mail boxes.

The report also recommends putting priority on local processing of mail as opposed to centralized mail processing (mail in Perth, for example, is now sorted in Ottawa.) It also detailed that Canada Post should continue to operate its post offices, and that they should be seen, and act as, community “hubs,” she said.

Canada Post is, she said, “a public service,” and she pointed out that “we are self-sustaining.

We are a value-added service.”

CUPW is, she said, open to adding services at post offices, like postal banking, which is already used by more than a billion people worldwide. She also stated that post offices can be part of rural economic revitalization.

“I would support the motion to send the letter,” said Mayor John Fenik. “Perth was this

close to going postal boxes… we were picking out sites.”

The 2015 election, in which he ran in as an NDP candidate, “changed everything.”

He added, half-jokingly, that drones are now being explored for possible package delivery in the United States, so post-

al services are continuing to evolve, but, on the issue of a letter, Fenik cautioned that “I don’t think it’s our job to pick a side, labour or Canada Post,” he said.

Deputy Mayor John Gemmell agreed, saying he hoped that Perth’s letter “would not…

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Fenik said he liked doorto-door as “it is a good safety net,” to have a postal employee checking on houses five days a week, to see if anything is amiss at, say, the home of an elderly customer. “There is a valueadded to (that).”

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The climate change group is dead – long live the climate change group.

The mayor’s task force on climate change has out-lived its mandate, but, according to Mayor John Fenik, not its usefulness.

So, Perth town council, at its committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 16, decided to take the remnants of the task force – now that it has delivered its final recommendations to council – and create a new advisory panel on climate change at town hall, like the heritage or recreation advisory panels.

“It did what it set out to do,” said Fenik. “It is a successful end.”

But, Fenik stressed that

there is a “need for an advisory panel” to continue to advise council on climate change matters, “as opposed to a plan going on a shelf somewhere.”

While Coun. Jim Boldt was complimentary about the task force’s findings, he was hesitant to create another committee at town hall.

“I’m happy with what the mayor’s task force accomplished,” Boldt said, singling out replacing the town’s street lights with more energy efficient lighting which will, in time, begin to repay dividends in energy savings costs to the town. However, “I personally don’t feel that we need another committee.”

He added that, as a town hall, when it comes to the environment, “we are aggressive.

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Offer support, but resist the urge to take over.

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VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, a third party might help you and your significant other see things from a different perspective. This point of view may be just what you both need.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, don’t hesitate to pursue a career opportunity that your intuition is telling you is the right move.

Trust your instincts in regard to your professional life.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, this week you may need some time to recuperate out of the spotlight. Others may have been asking a lot of you, and some down time will enable you to relax.

CLUES DOWN 1. Wiped up 2. Opposed to 3. Macon, GA, university 4. Wife 5. Small viper 6. Polynesia garland of flowers 7. Saw-like 8. Maltese-Italian composer Girolamo 9. Moved faster than walking 10. Commercial 11. Covered with mud 12. Marksmen 16. Buenos __ 17. Tailless amphibian 18. Belonging to a thing 22. Mars crater 25. Most fair 27. Citrus fruit 28. Awkward 29. Brews

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Accept help when it is offered, Sagittarius. Express your thanks to the one who has extended the hand.

Assistance can reduce any stress that may have been building.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 It may be time for a change of scenery, Capricorn. Consult with others if you think this change is something you need and will benefit from in the long-term.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, your spirits are soaring and you want to share your good fortune with others. Connect with friends or family members and enjoy the good times ahead.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, once your mind is set on something, it will take a monumental effort to shift it in another direction. Try to look at things from various angles.

30. Beloved late broadcaster Craig 32. All alone 34. Copies 35. Poster 36. Symmetrical 37. Grew older 38. Makes tractors 40. Not the front 41. State as fact 42. Long, narrow cut 43. Worked hard for 45. Indicates position in a box score 48. Tax 51. “Lookout Weekend” singer Debbie 52. Unhealthy 53. Imam name __ Khan 54. A woolen cap of Scottish origin (abbr.)

56. The Golden State

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90th BIRTHDAY Elsie Machan Friends and family are invited to a 90th birthday celebration for Elsie Machan at the Lanark Lodge in Perth on Saturday, Feb. 3rd, 10:30 am-2:30 pm.

Best wishes only CARD OF THANKS HAPPY 50th ANNIVERSARY Dad and Mom Glen and Lois Wark January 27, 1968 The roots of a family tree begin with two hearts.

Still standing firm after 50 years!

We love you both very much!

Glenna, Cory, Corlen Sandra, Jason, Jensen, Chloe

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HAPPY 70th ANNIVERSARY January 24, 2018 Rolla and Gladys Davis Love and Best Wishes Marsha and Bev

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HAPPY 65TH BIRTHDAY PATRICIA ENRIGHT Love your sisters Donna and Anne

With great sadness we announce the passing of our dear mother, Maureen Hogan. Following a brief illness, she passed away peacefully at the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital with her children by her side on Saturday afternoon, January 20th, 2018. She was 85. Beloved wife of the late Lloyd Hogan. Maureen is survived by her children: Marjorie Lascelle (Kirby), Dennis, Linda Scheel (Marc) and Debbie O’Connor (Steve Towns).

Cherished Nanny to her 11 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Mom was the last surviving child of the late John and Agnes (nee Ovington) Mercier. Predeceased by one brother: John Mercier (late Helen) and 5 sisters: Carmelita Clouthier (late Reg), Gwendolyn Deschamps, Patricia and Marjorie Mercier and an infant sister, Annie. A proud and devoted member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish in Braeside, Maureen dedicated countless hours of her time to her church family as well as the Arnprior Hospital. A tireless volunteer who enjoyed being with and helping others, Maureen always had a warm smile to share with those around her. She will be fondly remembered for her kindness and quick wit. Friends may call at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Friday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Saturday from 9:30 to 10:20 a.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in her beloved Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Braeside on Saturday morning, January 27th at 11 o’clock. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery, Arnprior.

In memory of Maureen, please consider a donation to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation or Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish in Braeside. Members of the Catholic Women’s League will assemble at the funeral home for prayers on Friday afternoon at 4:30.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

Passed away peacefully in hospital, Smiths Falls on Friday, January 19, 2018 at the age of 69.

Loved son of Ada MacCrimmon and the late Leo Dale MacCrimmon. Loved father of Kerrie (Phil) MacCrimmon-Dupuis and their children Jordan, Adam and Josh and predeceased by daughter Tracy MacCrimmon.

Dear brother of Ray (Joyce) MacCrimmon, Lois (Eric) Jackson, Kelvin (Peggy) MacCrimmon.

Fondly remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Private family services will be held at a later date. In memory of Lloyd, contributions to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute would be appreciated.

IRENE BOUDREAU LONG

Irene Boudreau Long passed away on Jan 5, 2018 at the Palliative Care unit of the Brockville General Hospital. Irene is mourned by her husband, Brady Long, her daughter Colleen Gowan (Chris), grandchildren Keira, Jordan and Adam, her sister Marie Smith (Leo), her brothers Alan (Sandy) and Ronald Boudreau and many nieces and nephews. Irene was a teacher for many years in Montreal, Ottawa and Alberta and ended her career as Principal of the School of Hope, a home schooling program in rural Alberta with over three thousand students enrolled at one point. She leaves behind many friends and colleagues across the country. A celebration of life will take place in the spring in Ontario and Alberta. A funeral mass will take place at a time to be determined. Donations in lieu of flowers to the Palliative Care unit building fund, Brockville General Hospital (bdhfoundation.com). Our deepest thanks to the wonderful and caring staff of the Palliative Care unit.

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GIFF, JAMES DOUGLAS “DOUG” “BUCK” Peacefully, at the Ottawa Civic Hospital, on Friday January 19, 2018, at the age of 76.

Doug will be missed by his wife Cheryl, nieces, nephews and friends. A graveside service will take place in the spring. For those who wish, a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

HANNAFORD, STUART “STU”

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a wonderful man. Stu Hannaford passed away suddenly in Lanark Lodge, Perth on January 17, 2018 in his 87th year. He was predeceased by his loving wife Bev (Lyall) in 2007. Stuart was a loving and cherished father of Marg (Barry) Sproule, Don (Cammy), Rick (Betty) and Ron (Rebecca) Hannaford. Adored grandpa of Ryan (Shannon), Curt, Mellissa, Adam, Lisa, Traci, Blake and Riley. Cool Poppa Stu to Braydon, Hayleigh and Keaton, Loved great grandpa to several great-grandkids. Stu was predeceased by his brothers George ( Mae), Bill (Marge), Lawrence (Anne), Harold (Louise) Hannaford and his loving sister Marg Scharf. Also fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews and their families.

Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls, on Monday, January 22, 2018 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. Those wishing to honour his life with a memorial donation are asked to consider Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Alzheimer Perth Day Program. Go Leafs Go!

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CARD OF THANKS

The family of the late Orville Laming wish to extend our sincere thanks for your many acts of kindness and condolences and support that we have received. We would also like to send our gratitude and appreciation to the Smiths Falls Legion, Smiths Falls Hospital and Dale and Alexandria from Lannins Funeral Home.

The Laming Family

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KEHOE, HELEN ZITA

We, the family of Helen Kehoe, with thanks for a life well lived, sadly announce her passing at Lanark Lodge on Tuesday, January 16th, 2018 at the age of 96 years.

She was the loved and respected mother of Florence Doran, Marlene Chapman (deceased), Joanne Whyte (deceased), Gertie (Rod) Crawford, Dennis Kehoe (deceased), David Kehoe (deceased), Dorothy (late Walter) Norwood Connie Kehoe (deceased) and Tom (Heather) Kehoe. She will be fondly remembered by her caring daughter-in-law Wendy Kehoe. Helen was predeceased by her husband John in 1988, her parents Thomas and Florence (McCaffrey) Gilmore, her beloved grandsons Jodi Richmond and Gary Laidlaw, her siblings, all the Kehoe brothers and sisters-in-law and five sons-in-law.

Mom will be lovingly remembered by 24 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren, 18 great great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbours. Helen was a 65 year member of Sacred Heart Catholic Women’s League and a long time member of Fergusons Falls and the Drummond Centre Women’s Institute. Family and friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Sunday, January 21st, 2018 from 12:00 Noon until 4:00 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church, Lanark on Monday at 10:00 A.M. Interment St. Patricks Cemetery, Fergusons Falls surrounded by her loved ones gone before. In remembrance of Helen, contributions to St. Patricks’ Cemetery Fund or the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.

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ROYLE, DAVID KEITH

Passed away peacefully on January 17, 2018 in the Almonte General Hospital.

David Of Renfrew, Ontario, at the age of 75.

Husband to Norma Royle. Survived by his children Douglas, Dawn and Dwayne. Proud “Grampa” to Shawn LeBlanc, Shelby Royle, Amber McCartney, Brook Royle, Robin Royle, Nathaniel Atfield, Tristin Hull and Jaden Hull.

As per David’s wishes a cremation will take place with a Private Family Service to occur at a later date.

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

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SYME RONALD ALBERT

(W. O. Ret, Canadian Armed Forces Signal Corp, Member Br. 240 Royal Canadian Legion, Almonte) Peacefully at his home surrounded by the love of his family on Sunday evening, January 21, 2018.

Ron Syme of Carleton Place, age 85 years.

Beloved husband and best friend of Noreen Kealey since their early teens. Loved and respected father of David (Nicole), Christopher (Gaynel) and Janice Kerry (Paul). Predeceased by 2 sons, Michael and Kevin. Specially loved poppy of Gregory, Brittany, Chelsea, Larissa, Megan & Kyle and 3 great grandchildren, Ryan, Natalie & Liam. Predeceased by 2 brothers, Ted & Barrie.

Friends may call to share memories at the C. R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc. 127 Church St., Almonte, Ont. 613-256-3313. on Wednesday, January 24 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM and where a complete Service including committal will be held in the Gamble Chapel on Thursday, January 25 at 11 AM. Spring interment with his sons in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Almonte.

For those who may choose to honour Ron with a memorial donation, please consider the Carleton Place Hospital or the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Members of the Royal Canadian Legion will assemble in the Chapel of the funeral home for a Service of Remembrance on Wednesday, January 24 at 5:45 PM Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

CLOUTHIER, MORGAN

(Veteran WW II) With heavy hearts we announce that our beloved Morgan passed away at the Perley Rideau Veteran’s Health Centre in Ottawa on Tuesday morning, January 16th, 2018. He was in his 94th year. Beloved husband of the late Eva (nee Schlievert) who predeceased him May 30, 2014. Dearly loved father of Gayle MacIntyre (Phil), Philip Clouthier (Bernadette), Theresa Ralph (Tony), Mary Barr, Vera Thurman (Doug) and Judy Clouthier (Shawn MacMaster).

Cherished grandfather of Jennifer (Martin), Christine (Paul), Ariel, B.J. (Deidre), Chris (Kadri), Brittany (Chris), Joey, Jonathan (Colleen), Matthew, Joshua, Nicole (Josh), Shannon (Dustin), Lyn (Mike), Marcia (Cory); great-grandfather of Oliver, Henry, Emma, Tyler, Elyse, Keyaira, Robbie, Sawyer, Abby, Jordan, Ethan, Emma, Vanessa (Joel), Braeden, Owen and Keyanna and great-greatgrandfather of Theodore. Dear brother of Francis (Mildred), Donna Pierce (Prescott), Lilian Smith (late Paul), Bob (Carol), Corrine Thompson (Bob), Larry (Carole) and Janice Bonner (Brian). Dear brother-in-law of Roy Schlievert (Marilyn) and Marlyn Schlievert (Walter Cameron). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents: Ode and Lena Clouthier; 3 children: William, Joey and Jennifer as well as siblings: Irene Ryan (John), Doris Quattrocchi (late Murray), Eddie (late Lola) and Wilfred “Wissie” (late Nancy). Relatives and friends were invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Sunday, January 21st from 1 to 3:45 p.m. A Tribute to Morgan took place in the Pilon Family Chapel on Sunday afternoon at 4 o’clock. Cremation will follow with interment at the Malloch Road Cemetery in Arnprior on Tuesday. In memory of Morgan, please consider a donation to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 174, Arnprior.

Condolences/Donations/Webcast www.pilonfamily.ca

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ARMSTRONG, CLAYTON

JOY, STEPHEN

Peacefully, at the Carleton Place Hospital on Thursday, January 18, 2018, at the age of 97.

Predeceased by his wife Marion. Dear father of Catherine (David) Flegg, Richard and David.

Proud papa of Evan and Emma. Service will be private. For those who wish, a donation to the Carleton Place Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

Suddenly in his home on Sunday January 7, 2018, at the age of 61. Loving brother of Carole Lowe (Don). He will be missed by his niece and nephew Mark (Joanne) and Christa (Chad), and many great-nieces and greatnephews. Predeceased by his parents Arthur and Margaret. A graveside service will take place at St. Paul’s United Church Cemetery, Richmond in the spring. For those who wish, a donation to St. John’s Anglican Church, Richmond or the Ottawa Heart Institute, would be appreciated by the family.

ROW, SHIRLEY (NEE MAPPLEBECK) Passed away peacefully at Hilltop Manor on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at the age of 98. Beloved wife of the late Ethan Row. Loving and devoted mother of Jane (late Bud) Rohn of Manitoulin Island, Judy (Roger) Hum of Brockville, Maureen (Colin) Beatty of Burlington, Leslie Row (John Smith) of Stittsville and the late Richard “Dick” Row (Rita of Perth). Cherished grandmother of 12 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandson and is also predeceased by her grandsons Shawn Rohn, Ryan Beatty and great-grandson Liam Arnott.

A life long resident of Smiths Falls, Shirley will be remembered as a resourceful homemaker, a voracious reader with boundless curiosity, and an independent and spirited family matriarch. She will be missed. As per Shirley’s wishes, there will be a private celebration of life with the family at the cottage this coming summer. The family is grateful for the kindness and care shown by the staff at Hilltop Manor.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the MS Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

ROCHON, DIANE (formerly Belec and Benoit)

With heavy hearts, we announce that Diane passed away peacefully at home while surrounded by the love of her family on Sunday afternoon, January 21st, 2018. She was 70. Beloved wife of Rhéal Rochon. Dearly loved and loving mother of Derek Benoit (Melissa), Kendall Benoit (Josée) and Kim Verch (Greg). Adored and doting “Grandma” of Kailey, Chris, Jeanika, Leah, Kaden, Liam and Emily. Diane is also survived by her 4 brothers: Ron Schultz (Mina), Eddie Schultz (Debbie), Robert Schultz (Beth) and Rodney Schultz. Also survived by the father of her children, Ray Benoit as well as many nieces and nephews. Daughter of the late Kenny and Ethel Schultz. Diane loved life but above all else, she loved her family. She took great pride in collecting used clothing and providing costumes to people for various occasions. Diane loved to chat, tell stories and laugh. Her “joie de vivre” will be long remembered and should serve as an inspiration to those she knew. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel, ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Saturday afternoon, January 27th from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. A Tribute to Diane will take place in the Pilon Family Chapel at 3 o’clock. In memory of Diane, please consider a donation to the charity of your choice.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

IN MEMORIAM

LOWE In loving memory of our dear parents and brothers.

Eva Molly (Devlin) January 4, 1998 Howard John January 31, 2001 Howard Kenneth (Kenny) November 22, 2009 Edwin Hugh “Eddie” July 25, 2016 May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper so you’ll hear, We will always love and miss you, And wish that you were here.

Ray, Diane, Hugh Lorraine and families

COUTTS, W. BRENT

It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of W. Brent Coutts on Wednesday, January 3rd, 2018 in his 67th year. He was son of the late Bill and Lois (Young) Coutts.

Cherished husband of Patricia Mary-Ann (Young) Coutts for 45 years and dearly loved father of Mark, Tanya (Jason) King and Brock (Cindy) Coutts. Brent was the very proud Poppa of Hannah, Taylor, Harper-Mae, Bronson and Molly-Jane. Loving brother of Lynn (Rick) Bartlett, Barry (Donna) Coutts and Ernie (Susan) Coutts. Fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, friends and so many who will miss him dearly. He was a longtime employee of Kilpatrick Fuels and Dodds and Erwin. Brent was a true family man with a great passion for farming, baseball and special times with the ones he loved. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W. Perth on Sunday, January 7th, 2018 from 12 noon until 4:00 P.M. Funeral service will be held in the Balderson United Church on Monday at 10:30 A.M. Interment will be held in the spring in Rideau Ferry Cemetery.

In remembrance, contributions to the Balderson United Church or the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation, Perth would be appreciated.

IZZARD, EVELYN (LAURIN)

Evelyn passed away in the Perth hospital on Sunday, January 21st, 2018 surrounded by the love of her family.

She was predeceased by her parents David and Irene (Hutt) Laurin. Evelyn was the beloved wife of Jerry and cherished mother of Scott, Donna and Bryan. She was the adored grandmother of Jennifer IzzardWilkes and Darwin Izzard. Evelyn will be sadly missed by her siblings Louise (Ron) Hodgeman, Clare Mae (Bill) Cribb, Frances (Duncan) MacTavish, late Jack (Dixie) Laurin, Vivian (Maurice) Denis, late Wayne (Carol) Laurin, Diane (Art) Gauley, Helen (Alvin) Laurin-Jasper, Sandra (Alain) Campeau, all her extended family and friends. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. West, Perth on Wednesday, January 24th, 2018 from 1:00 to 3:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service will be held in St. Paul’s United Church, Perth on Thursday at 11:30 A.M. followed by a reception in the St. Paul’s Church Hall. In remembrance of Evelyn, contributions to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation or St. Paul’s United Church would be appreciated.

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COADY, Carmel - In remembrance of a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who left this earth, January 31, 2013.

Though her smile is gone forever And her hand we cannot touch, We have so many memories Of the one we loved so much.

Her memory is our keepsake With which we will never part.

God has her in His keeping, We have her in our hearts.

Life is not forever… our love is.

Doug, Deb, Erin, Michael and family

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CRAM, Mitchell August 16, 1985 – January 16, 2009 If tears could build a stairway to heaven, I would climb it just to bring you home.

Remembering and loving you were always easy, The hardest part was losing you.

Still think of you every day, Waiting for you to walk through the door.

Loving you forever.

Love Dad, Mom, Jonathan, Adrian, Nicholas, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins

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IN MEMORIAM

Aggie (Mahon) Fitzgerald, February 10, 2016 Vincent (Bud) Fitzgerald, January 24, 2007 Mom and Dad Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you’re always there.

Missing you we can’t deny, But love and memories never die.

Forever in our hearts, grateful for the moments Sharon, Michael and Tracy Chris and Lori, Susan and Gary, Sheila 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren

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IN MEMORIAM ADAMS - In loving memory of my parents, mother, Mrs. Gladys Adams who passed away January 27, 1992 and my father, Mr. Howard Adams who passed away May 24, 1983.

Always remembered by daughter Marilyn

Bell, James E. January 16, 1920 January 28, 2016 If memories bring us closer, We are never far apart, For you are always in our thoughts, And forever in our hearts.

Always loved and remembered Bill Larry and Linda Sandra and Len and families

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SCOLLAN Billy January 23, 1987 and Lois January 31, 2001 The years are quickly passing, Those still we can’t forget.

For in our hearts that loved them, Their memories linger yet.

The Scollan Family

IN MEMORIAM GREENE, Grant January 30, 1999 The rolling stream of life rolls on, But still the vacant chair, Recalls the love, the voice, the smile, Of the one who once sat there.

Loving Sons and Daughters

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GREENE, Grant January 30, 1999 Fondly loved and deeply mourned, Heart of my heart, I miss you so, Often my darling my tears will flow; Dimming you picture where’er I go, ‘Tis sad but true, I will abide, Until some day we’ll be side by side.

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BEAUPRE April 22, 1935-January 24, 2017 Basil you were mine for what seemed a short time.

Almost 62 years.

Then came the day we had to part.

You died as you lived, loved by all.

Beautiful memories you left.

Marion and family

Loving wife Betty

CONVEY, Shirley - In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother, who passed away January 25, 2009.

Nine years since that sad day, The one we loved was called away; God took her home, it was His will, But in our hearts she liveth still.

Never forgotten Wayne, Shenda, Steve, Christopher, Jared and Brett

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BURGESS, Ernie and Irene In loving memory of our Mom and Grandma Irene who passed away January 29, 2003, and our Dad and Grandpa Ernie who passed away January 3, 2011.

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

As time unfolds another year Memories keep you ever near.

And when old times we do recall It’s then we miss you most of all.

Loved, remembered, treasured Always in our memory.

Steve, Patricia and family

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“Big Guy”...your angel wings gave us our miracle on December 26th!

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HARRIS, Edith Annie - In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother who passed away January 26,2016.

May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper for you to hear, That we still love you dearly, And wish that you were here.

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

Love, miss you everyday Love your husband Gerald Children and Grandchildren McGREGOR - In loving memory of a dear Mom, Partner, Daughter and Nanny, Joan who passed away January 29, 2010.

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

Our memories we keep one by one, Things you’ve said and things you’ve done.

They bring a smile, sometimes a tear, But always a wish that you were here.

No words can tell, no tears express, The love, the loss, the emptiness.

In our hearts forever Irene, Bob, Jania Randy, Sandy and families xoxo

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WHITE, Garry January 24, 2005 In loving memory of a beloved husband and dad.

Marie Merkley October 28, 1921 – January 25, 2013 In loving memory of a dear mother Marie who passed away January 25, 2013.

The depth of sorrow we cannot tell, Of the loss of one we loved so well.

And while she sleeps a peaceful sleep, Her memory we shall always keep.

Always loved and remembered John, Marg and Gale, Mary and Dave, Ray, Cathy and Wilma, Grandchildren And Great Grandchildren

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MY CLIENT will pay cash for multi-unit income property in Perth, Smith Falls, Carleton Place area. Free evaluation on request. Call Gerry Hudson 1-613-449-1668.

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Fridges, stoves, dishwasher’s, washers, driers and freezers sold with free 30 day warranty. Extended warranty is available. Delivery available. Dan Peters Sales Centre - 3768 Hwy 43 west, Smiths Falls.

Open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays 12 pm - 5 pm.

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BALLANCE, Richard – In loving memory of a dear husband, brother, son-in-law, brother-in-law, July 13, 1942-January 24, 2014.

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

My heart still aches with sadness, And secret tears still flow, What it mean to love you, Know one can every know.

Since you will never be forgotten, I pledge to you today, A hollowed place within my heart, Is where you will always stay.

Sadly missed Louise, Cecil, Marg and Allan

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To us you were so special What more is there to say, Except to wish with all our hearts That you were here today.

We know how much fun you would be having with Eva and Sam. Forever loved and never forgotten Dianne, Todd and Rachel, Corey and Terri, Karissa and Mike

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RIVINGTON, John H. Nov. 7, 1939-Jan. 25, 2017 You’ll never be forgotten, That simply cannot be.

As long as we are living we’ll carry you with us, Safely tucked within our hearts, Your light will always shine, A glowing ember never stilled, Throughout the end of time.

No matter what the future brings, Or what may lie ahead, We know that you will walk with us, Along the path we tread.

So rest our angel, be at peace, And let your soul fly free.

One day we’ll join your glorious flight, For all eternity.

Always remembered and always loved Cindy and Dana John, Sharon and Chris

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Adding warmth to your life for over 25 years. Cut, split or log lengths. Delivered or picked up. Phone Greg Knops cell: 613-340-1045 613-658-3358 after 7pm Dry Hardwood cut split, & delivered. Prompt delivery $350/full cord.

613-267-5772 Lumber Pine, Hemlock, or Hardwood for barn, building, or repairs /horse shelters & garden sheds.

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

Looking to purchase used firearms in need of repair or refinishing. (Handgun, riffle or shotgun) Walter: 613-812-0607

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Call 613-479-2870.

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REAL ESTATE 1 Room for rent, 42 Church St West, Smiths FOR SALE BY OWNER Falls, full-time working VOLVO, YEAR 2000, quiet person, all inclusive, Smiths Falls, 3 Bedgreat condition. 4 door, $120/wk. 613-812-2400. room, 1 1/2 storey, 15 Asking $950. Mercedes Main St. E. $129,000. smart car, 128,000km, Carl 613-283-8703 $2975. Boat trailer single axle, hd, like new $790. Carleton Place, 3 bedLOTS/LAND/ 14 ft aluminum 3 seater room upstairs apartment, ACREAGE fishing boat and trailer, $1300/month, heat, hydro, $500. LED 60” smart water, fridge and stove included.

Washer, dryer projector, new in box, PERTH AREA 4 acre mini hookup. Shared yard. ranch. 4 Bedroom over$395. 1-613-449-1668 Parking. Available Feb 1. size side split home. Full Wanted: Classic & Vintage No smoking, no pets. bath plus two 3pc washcars & trucks. Please call 613-290-6638. rooms. Partly finished Mark 613-360-2699. basement small garage.

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FARM 50’s Plus Building. No $259 000. Call Gerry smoking, no pets. First Hudson 1-613-449-1668.

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613-794-4503. (Perth) apartments. Close to County Fair Mall in Are you concerned about For Sale: 4X5 Round Smiths Falls. Air condidrinking? hay bales under cover, tioning, exercise room, someone’s small bales of barley party room, library and There is help available for you in AL-ANON/Alateen. straw clean no weeds. elevator. 613-283-9650.

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Smiths Falls, Toulon Place Apartments, 2nd floor, 1 bedroom $780/mth; Available March 1. Clean, quiet, secure building, live-in superintendent, ground floor laundry. 613-283-9650.

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Employment Opportunities SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS The Township of Lanark Highlands is seeking an experienced municipal manager to fill the position of Superintendent of Public Works. This position will involve managing all road-related functions, waste management operations and building maintenance.

The full job description along with statement of qualifications is available on the Township website. The 2017 salary range is $71,370 to $82,738 (for a 37.5 hour work week) and a competitive benefit package makes this an attractive full-time position for the right candidate.

Applications will be held in strict confidence. Please ensure that we receive your cover letter and detailed resume by mail or email no later than 4:30 p.m. Friday, February 2nd, 2018.

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The Property & Asset Manager is responsible for the Mills capital assets including: the operation and maintenance of the organization’s non-profit housing (170 units) as well as maintenance of its residential homes, office, vehicle fleet, specialized equipment, electronic communication and computerized systems.

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TEMPORARY FULL-TIME ONTARIO WORKS MANAGER (1 YEAR CONTRACT) (POSTING #SS2018-001) MANDATE: Reporting to the Director of Social Services, the Ontario Works Manager will manage and provide leadership to Ontario Works staff as well as administer and direct the daily operations of the Ontario Works Program ensuring effective service delivery. They will ensure that staff are provided with and use the appropriate training and/or procedures, equipment, material to perform assigned duties. They will ensure that all employees perform work in accordance with relevant Health and Safety legislation and corporate/departmental policies and procedures. They will ensure that appropriate action is recommended for those employees who do not work in compliance with the Act. In addition, they will respond in the event of a Peacetime Emergency.

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

Truck and Coach Technician Antrim Truck Centre Ltd. (Western Star Dealership) requires a Truck and Coach Technician for the Service Department. The Truck and Coach Technician is responsible to diagnose and repair a variety of vehicles with Cummins, Detroit, CAT, Mercedes Benz, Engine-Powered Trucks and Engine Re-Builds.

This is a permanent, full-time position (Monday – Friday and one (1) Saturday a month) Qualifications • Truck and Coach Technician 310T License • Minimum of 2 years of related experience as a Technician • Proven ability to build and sustain customer relationships through effective communication and strong interpersonal skills • Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team and safety focused environment • Ability to coach and develop apprentices • Excellent computer skills • Valid Driver’s license with a clean Driver’s Abstract Additional Information To apply for this position, please forward a copy of your cover letter and resume to hr@antrimtruckstop.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Under the direction of the Administrator, directs all overall operation of the nursing department to ensure quality care is provided to the residents while meeting financial, occupancy, and service objectives in accordance with corporate and facility philosophy and mission.

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Qualifications: • Has three to five years related experience, ideally in long term care setting is required.

• Has demonstrated organizational, leadership abilities, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario • Must have competent computer skills – MS Office.

Previous experience with electronic health care documentation is an asset.

Offers of employment are subject to criminal record checks and vulnerable persons screening.

Submit resume before February 16, 2018 to: Susan Woodcock, Administrator Perth Community Care Centre e-mail: adm.perth@diversicare.ca Fax: 613-267-7060

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Applications are invited for the position of Director of Resident Care for Perth Community Care Centre, a 121-bed accredited long-term care home located in Perth, Ontario.

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They will provide leadership in the direction and coordination of: • Managing and preparing budgets • Tracking, verifying and reporting capital asset inventory • Annual capital maintenance plan • Preventative property and equipment program • Tendering major maintenance and other major capital requirements • Ensuring a high standard of customer service and quality workmanship • Assisting with new capital related projects and developments • Supervision and motivation of tenant relations, maintenance and custodial staff The ideal candidate will have: • Excellent, positive communication skills • Ability to motivate and develop a staff team • Proven ability to work collaboratively with internal and external contacts Qualifications: • Diploma in Engineering Technology, Construction Technology, Property Management or equivalent • 5 years’ experience with similar responsibilities including supervision of staff • Knowledge of building operating systems & maintenance, contract and tender process, financial analysis and relevant industry legislation • Proficient in Microsoft Office based software • Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle • Non-Profit Housing and IT system knowledge is an asset Please submit application by February 5th, 2018 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 Email: pfee@themills.on.ca

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Lanark County is seeking a high energy, dynamic, professional to fill the following temporary full-time opportunity in our Social Services Department starting February 12, 2018 to approximately February 8, 2019.

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Seeking a dynamic individual for Manager position available immediately.

The successful candidate will possess strong customer service skills, financial and operational experience, excellent oral and written skills, a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a managerial or supervisory role, excellent time management skills, and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Quickbooks. Experience working in a volunteer environment would be considered an asset. The applicant must be bondable. Smartserve and CPR certified would be an asset.

Responsibilities include inventory management, event planning, day-to-day supervision & scheduling of bar staff and custodian, A/P, A/R, and facility management.

Applicants are invited to submit covering letter and resumé no later than January 31st, 2018 to: Royal Canadian Legion 244, 26 Beckwith Street East Perth, ON K7H 1B5.

This is classified as a part-time position (3 days a week, Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8am-2pm). Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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Office Manager Required for Automotive Repair Facility Experience working with the public required.

Must be well organized, a self-starter, and willing to take on a variety of tasks.

Please reply in writing to babryant87@gmail.com, including salary expectations.

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HELP WANTED Kumon Math & Reading Centre of North Grenville (located above Jonsson’s Your Independent Grocer, Kemptville) is looking for:

(b) Centre Assistant - one position. Assisting students in Math and English, office administration, and data entry. Hours 3-8 p.m., Monday and Thursday.

Start date asap. Applications to be submitted to georginapickett@ikumon.com Enquiries to Georgina at 613-406-5866

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

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

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(a) Grader - one position. Marking students’ work in English and Math. Hours 4-7 p. m. Monday and Thursday.

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PUBLIC WORKS TECHNOLOGIST Employment Opportunities Geriatric Emergency Management (GEM) Nurse Permananent, Part Time* (*Temporary, Full Time for up to 6 months) RVH is currently recruiting a permanent part-time GEM nurse.

Upon hire, the successful RN will work on a temporary full-time basis for a period of up to six (6) months as both GEM Nurse & Flow Coordinator/Bed Utilization Nurse. The GEM nurse works in a specialized role in the Hospital’s Emergency Department. She/ he assesses elderly patients in the ER Department, screens those at high risk, and coordinates assessment, care and follow-up with a goal of preventing hospital admission. The Flow Coordinator/Bed Utilization Nurse is responsible to implement innovative discharge planning strategies in order to promote effective bed utilization.

Qualifications for this position include but are not limited to: CNO Certificate of Competence; specialized geriatric experience coupled with recent experience in emergency care; demonstrated skills in planning, implementing and evaluating discharge needs; in-depth knowledge of community resources and discharge options; and, a demonstrated ability to assess adult learning needs and deliver appropriate teaching. A Certificate in Gerontology, CNA certification in Gerontology, and/or Geriatric Assessor training is preferred.

Preference for this position will be given first to internal candidates.

Physiotherapist (Temporary, Full Time) Reporting to the Senior Physiotherapist, the Physiotherapist is an important member of the Hospital Rehabilitation Team with responsibility for providing assessment, treatment and education to both inpatients and outpatients in a variety of programs. Innovative ideas and commitment to high quality patient-centred care will be an asset to this position. Previous experience in a hospital setting and/or a team environment is preferable. Applicants must be licensed to practice physiotherapy in the province of Ontario, registered with the Ontario College of Physiotherapists, physically able to perform the demands of the position, and eligible for membership with the CPA. SCU Mentorship for Registered Nurses Mentorships are available for up to two (2) Registered Nurses.

Funding is available through Critical Care Services Ontario (CCSO) for both SCU mentorship and critical care training/courses.

Applicants must be new to critical care (SCU). No previous critical care experience is required. Any RN who is interested in this opportunity, and who meets the required qualifications listed at www.renfrewhosp.com/careers, is welcome to apply. In-house training will be provided and/or education opportunities will be made available to the successful candidate(s). Training will prepare the successful candidate(s) for working in the Special Care Unit at RVH; and it will be an expectation that the successful applicant will accept available assignments.

The following casual positions are available: Health Records Technician, Kitchen Assistant, Environmental Services Worker, Registered Nurse, and Respiratory Therapist. Candidates who possess the required qualifications, skills and experience are invited to apply. A full list of qualifications can be viewed at www.renfrewhosp.com/careers.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resumes by February 9, 2018, 12:00 p.m. to hr@renfrewhosp.com or Julia Boudreau, V.P. Corporate Services, RVH, 499 Raglan Street North, Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 1P6. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. RVH is an equal opportunity employer, committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources at (613) 432-4851.

Employment Opportunity Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation Executive Director Permanent, Full Time We are currently recruiting for a full-time Executive Director for the Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation (RVHF) reporting directly to the RVHF Board of Directors. The Executive Director provides strategic and operational leadership to the Foundation, and plans and implements strategies to ensure comprehensive and successful fundraising programs.

The Executive Director is responsible for executing the fundraising and operational objectives of the Foundation. He/she provides leadership, direction and expertise to the Foundation’s activities and fundraising programs. The successful applicant must be a highly motivated self-starter who is able to build successful working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, has strong project management and leadership skills, and has several years of experience working in the core areas of fundraising – major gifts, grants, direct mail, and special events including planned giving, ideally in a healthcare setting. Key priorities of the position include: initiating, planning and implementing an ongoing comprehensive fundraising program to support patient care and capital programs; managing day-to-day operations of the Foundation; and, collaborating with the Foundation’s Board of Directors on annual goals and objectives. Preference will be given to candidates that have the following QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: • Undergraduate degree or diploma in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or a related field; • Recognized professional certification (CFRE) and membership affiliations (AFP, AHCP); • Minimum of five years of progressive fundraising experience, preferably in a healthcare environment; • Knowledge of related standards, legislation and best practices; • Demonstrated success in major gifts, planned giving programs and capital campaigns; • Working knowledge of not-for-profit management, including financial and fund development skills; • Minimum of two years’ experience working with a volunteer board; • Proven time and project management skills; • Ability to make frequent independent decisions and adaptations of standard procedures; • Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects, and achieve objectives within deadlines; • Strong communication, public relations, presentation, interpersonal and negotiation skills; • Knowledge of local community issues and needs an asset; • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with Donor Perfect software; and, • Able to work a flexible schedule in conjunction with events including evenings and weekends.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resumes by February 9, 2018 at 12:00 hours to hr@renfrewhosp.com or Julia Boudreau, V.P. Corporate Services, RVH, 499 Raglan Street North, Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 1P6. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. RVHF is an equal opportunity employer, committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources at (613) 432-4851.

Reporting to the Public Works Manager, the Public Works Technologist will be responsible for overseeing the construction and maintenance of municipal assets, procuring and managing contracts for goods and outsourced services, taking a lead role in the establishment and maintenance of an asset management plan and a ten year capital plan, overseeing capital projects, preparation of departmental budgets, reviewing and providing engineering comments and conditions on land use proposals and providing other services to support the functions and activities of the Public Works Department.

The Township is seeking a motivated and results oriented individual to join our team with solid knowledge of municipal legislation and practices and civil engineering standards, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and working knowledge of MS Office suite software. Experience with GIS would be considered an asset. The ideal candidate will have acquired a three (3) year community college diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, have the ability to obtain and maintain membership with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT), have a valid Class ‘G’ driver’s license and have a minimum of two (2) years progressively related work experience, preferably in a municipal setting.

The full position mandate is available on the Township website.

The 2018 salary range is $56,474 to $62,972 (for a 35 hour work week) and a competitive benefit package makes this an attractive full-time permanent position for the right candidate.

Please submit a cover letter and resume no later than 12:00 p.m. on Monday, January 29, 2018 in confidence to: Tay Valley Township Amanda Mabo, 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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LAWS seeks bakers for National Cupcake Day fundraiser for animal shelters

Empties for Paws at LAWS February is Empties for Paws at LAWS – a bottle drive to help you deal with your empties and raise some funds for the animals at the same time. If you would like to participate, you can drop off TENDERS

eyes, shiny fur and good manners and Lily, a friendly female with unique markings. The owner and the staff of the store are puzzled why they have not found a home yet. They say both cats are absolutely amazing. They’re very friendly, they’re laidback, good with kids, very clean, very pretty This week’s featured pets and just longing for a home to call Dolly and Lily their own.

We’re never lacking cats and Although they’re buddies, they we’d like to don’t need to be adopted together. draw your atWhy not go and meet them and tention to two possibly adopt (one of) them? You lovely ladies won’t be dissatisfied. who have been available for Hammie adoption in Hammie arrived early DecemCarleton Place ber and was at the Natufound a stray ral Pet Foods in Carleton store far too Place. Hammie long. must have been We’re writsomeone’s pet, ing about she’s amazing, Dolly, a black friendly, affecbeauty with tionate, happy amazing green to be around people and recently TENDERS

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spayed. She’s about 10 months old end in exchange of a forever home. and ready to move on. Please meet Please meet Spark at LAWS. her at LAWS. Delilah Spark You can meet this lovely affecPlease meet two-year-old Spark. tionate cat in Almonte at Pet Valu.

She has been with us since Hal- She’s about three years old and has loween, celebrated Christmas and lovely soft silky New Years medium long with us and hair. The staff we feel that it’s in the store tell time for this us that she’s pretty cat to very laidback, find a home. friendly, loves When she arto be petted by rived she had adults as well some skin-isas children and she has clean litter sues causing her fur to fall out. Af- box manners. Delilah doesn’t mind ter many vet visits we have it under when meeting dogs in the store eicontrol and her new fur is growing ther. in very nicely.

She would make an exquisite pet Since she feels better she’s very for any family. social and now loves all the attenThank you for your continued tion she can get from staff and support. Follow us if you like at visitors. She loves to play with the w w w. fa c e b o o k . c o m / l a n a rk a n i other cats too. There are only good mals and/or check out our website things to say about her but she at lanarkanimals.ca. If you have would rather talk to you herself. any questions or concerns, please Why not meet this chatty girl and contact the shelter at shelter@lasee if she would fit in with your narkanimals.ca or by calling 613household. It would be great if 283-9308. LAWS is located at 253 her time at LAWS is coming to an Glenview Road, Smiths Falls.

GARAGE SALE

TENDERS

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TENDERS

This Week’s Pets

Sealed Tenders will be received in envelopes clearly marked as to contents by the Town Clerk at her office in the Town Hall, 77 Beckwith Street North, Smiths Falls, Ontario, until 11:00 am local time on February 16, 2018

Specifications and Form of Tender may be obtained from the Clerk’s office, Nadine Bennett; nbennett@smithsfalls.ca or 613-283-4124 x1130.

Sealed Tenders will be received in envelopes clearly marked as to contents by the Town Clerk at her office in the Town Hall, 77 Beckwith Street North, Smiths Falls, Ontario, until 11:00 am local time on February 16, 2018

Specifications, including Appendix “A” and Form of Tender may be obtained from the Clerk’s office, Nadine Bennett; nbennett@smithsfalls.ca or 613-283-4124 x 1130

AUCTIONS

Auction Sale

Lombardy Agricultural Hall 6 Kelly’s Road Lombardy, Ontario

The lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted (see Acceptance of Tender portion of document).

The lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted (see Acceptance of Tender portion of document).

Auction 10 a.m. Viewing 9 a.m.

John Deere memorabilia, die cast collection, coins, antique fishing tackle, furniture, qty. of tools, antiques, collectibles and much more!

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

Auctioneer: Jim Beere 613-326-1722

Call Today To Book Your Auction

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Questions regarding this Tender may be directed to Chris Burns at the Community Services Department (tel: 613-283-4124 ext. 6102)

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Questions regarding this Tender may be directed to Chris Burns at the Community Services Department (tel: 613-283-4124 ext. 6102)

AMENDMENTS TO BIDS SHALL NOT BE CONSIDERED OR ACCEPTED

150 booths Open Every Sunday All Year 8am-4pm Hwy. #31 – 2 kms north of 401

Saturday February 3, 2018

Tenders will be opened in Public at 11:15 am on February 16, 2018, in the Council Chambers at the Town Hall, 77 Beckwith Street North, Smiths Falls, Ontario.

Tenders will be opened in Public at 11:15 am on February 16, 2018, in the Council Chambers at the Town Hall, 77 Beckwith Street North, Smiths Falls, Ontario.

Eastern Ontario’s Largest Indoor Flea Market

AUCTIONS

for the purchase of Tractor and Attachments.

for the purchase of plant material for the Town of Smiths Falls Parks and the Smiths Falls DBA planting areas.

AUCTIONS

Mchaffies Flea Market

TOWN OF SMITHS FALLS Tender for Purchase of Tractor and Attachment Contract #18-CS-02

TOWN OF SMITHS FALLS Tender for Purchase of Plant Materials for Parks and DBA Spaces Contract #18-CS-01

GARAGE SALE

AMENDMENTS TO BIDS SHALL NOT BE CONSIDERED OR ACCEPTED Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 28 - Thursday, January 25, 2018

AUCTIONS

AUCTION SALE SUN, JAN 28, 2018 @ 10 AM PREVIEW @ 9AM FOR THE ESTATE OF MRS. FREDA MELLAN OF CARDINAL TO BE HELD @ MARSHALLS AUCTION HOUSE 2913 CTY RD 21 SPENCERVILLE Mrs. Mellan was a long-time resident of the area, had a love of family, travelling, books & antiques. This auction will offer a 1997 Buick Century 3.1 litre, full load, approx. 99,000 km’s, in very good condition sells w/ reasonable reserve, certified. Also, militaria, coins, antique furniture, firearms, collectibles, glass, china, a wide selection of local historical scrap books etc. Auctioneers Note: This will be a large & very interesting auction, many one of a kind items! This auction should not be missed, collectors of all interests will find something to add to their collections. See you at the Auction House! For a more detailed list, photos, terms of sale go to www. lmauctions.ca Auctioneer or Owner not responsible for lost, stolen, damaged articles, Accidents day of sale. Canteen.

Terms: Cash or Chq w/ Photo I.D. As Is. No Buyers Premium All announcements day of sale takes precedence over all printed matter.

To book your sale call: CLS799736_1801

Thank you LAWS would like to give a huge thank you to the employees at Canadian Tire Smiths Falls for their generous donation of $1,000 from their Casual Fridays initiative.

That will go a long way to help all of the paws at LAWS. You are the best!

your empty beer, wine and liquor bottles (and cans) at the LAWS animal shelter at 253 Glenview Road, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

There’s no need to wait until February, start now.

We have a designated space set up at our storage shed facility at the northwest corner of our lot.

Watch for our signs and thank you for giving!

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Bakers needed! Feb. 26 is National Cupcake Day for Animal Shelters. If you love to bake and you are an animal lover it would be great if you could bake some cupcakes and sell them to raise some much needed funds for LAWS. If you let us know that you will do some baking, we can try to help get you some orders. Send an email to shelter@lanarkanimals.ca, indicate that you would like to bake, and we will put your contact information out there.