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The 120th anniversary edition of the Rideau Ferry Regatta is ready to make some waves again, this time, with their returned dock safely back at the harbour.

During the recent August long weekend, a kayaker spotted the distinctive Rideau Ferry Yacht Club dock in a marshy area, floating amongst some cattails, about a mile away from the club. The kayaker “spotted it after he’d seen the picture,” said Scott Cameron, co-organizer of this year’s regatta, which runs Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 19 and 20. “The OPP brought it back,” to port, said Cameron, during a telephone interview on Monday, Aug. 14. “Social media played a big part in this,” he added. “Whoever had it, once it was on social media … they just cut it loose.”

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“We built some buffer time in there,” he said. “If you don’t see (your boat) in the morning, you’ll see it in the afternoon.”

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Lanark County's Great Veggie Grow-off gearing up for final weigh-in It remains hard to believe that in this land of wealth and abundance there are people that do not have enough to eat. While food banks are able to meet some of the shortfall by providing three to five days worth of food each month to our neighbours that have to make a choice between paying the rent and buying groceries, they find it difficult and costly to provide healthy fresh food.

Those canned goods collected in Christmas food drives are all appreciated but need to be supplemented with fresh local produce. This is where you, the home gardener, can give critical assistance to your neighbours.

All nine Lanark communities were challenged on May 1 at an event at our new Mississippi Mills Youth Centre garden to grow and donate to their local food bank. Presently all four food banks (Carleton Place, Lanark, Perth and Smiths Falls) take donations of freshly grown produce. They have been asked to weigh and record

the community of origin of locally grown donations of food from May 1 until the final weigh-in. Bragging rights will be given to the community that donates the greatest amount of locally grown food as well as to the community with the highest amount of freshly grown food donated per person with the big winner always being our community’s food banks.

This Community Challenge, now in its fourth year, expanded last year to include gardeners in communities across Lanark supporting all four of the food banks in the County.

The first two years the challenge pitted the municipalities of Mississippi Mills, Carleton Place and Beckwith, the towns supported by the Lanark County Food Bank (a.k.a. the Hunger Stop), and the results were amazing. We saw an increase in people in these towns growing food and sharing it with others. Food Banks have been gearing up to handle this increase in fresh food, for example by accessing

grants and donations to purchase additional coolers.

A grand total of 10,094 pounds of healthy local produce was donated to the four food banks last year. At the final weigh-in last fall our judge and gardening adviser extraordinaire, Ed Lawrence, was quick to analyze the numbers and announce the winners.

Mississippi Mills walked away with (but not as quickly as the previous two years) the trophy for the largest amount of fresh garden produce donated to its food bank (3,385 lbs) and Drummond/North Elmsley got the trophy for most food per capita donated to its food bank (283 lbs per 1,000 persons). In the final analysis though,

it is our food bank families that came out on top.

The final wrap-up is again scheduled for Thanksgiving, Saturday Oct. 7. Please remember to drop off surplus garden produce at your food bank and stay tuned to learn more about this year’s Great Veggie GrowOff Final Weigh-In.

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Take part in shoreline restoration program with Watersheds Canada Summer is in full force and Watersheds Canada is looking for landowners in the Cataraqui watershed to take part in their renowned Natural Edge program. In Spring 2017, Watersheds Canada, in partnership with the Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority, received funding from the Great Lakes Guardian Community Fund to naturalize waterfront properties in the Cataraqui Watershed. The program provides an Ecological Toolkit to landowners where they receive a planting of native trees, shrubs, and ground covers along the water’s edge, as well as a planting of a native wildflower garden, a bird box and a bat box.

Chlöe Lajoie, Watersheds Canada’s Natural Edge co-ordinator, explains that “native species have adapted to regional environmental conditions and are preferred by local wildlife for shelter and food” and that “one of the main benefits of having a naturalized shoreline through the planting of native trees and shrubs, is that these efforts help to quell soil erosion by stabilizing the shoreline with plant roots.” Lajoie adds that these root systems also “filter any runoff, reducing the volume of nutrients or toxins that could enter the waterway, moreover creating prime habitat for small fish, birds, frogs and mammals."

Watersheds Canada co-ordinates all preparatory planning, and staff are on-hand to complete the naturalization and planting process.

Additionally, the Natural Edge provides landowners with followup and support to ensure that the new vegetation is able to thrive.

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vide recommendations and assess planting conditions. A personalized planting plan is created, which includes photos of selected planting areas and ideal plant species. Owners are then provided with information which outlines how to ensure the new vegetation thrives, as well as followup and support. Participating landowners are asked to contribute only 25 per cent of the total costs for their site.

“All advice is optional,” explains Lajoie. “The goals and preferences of the landowner are what drive the plan, and we work with landowners to complete projects that are economically feasible on a case-by-case basis. Watersheds Canada coordinates the ordering, delivering and planting, along with tools, materials and labour to complete the project. Landowners can participate in the planting, but it is optional and voluntary.”

This year, Watersheds Canada is seeking participants who own shoreline property anywhere within the Cataraqui watershed.

Our goal is to raise awareness and to take steps on waterfront properties to help reduce negative effects on the environment” said Barbara King, Watersheds Canada’s executive director. “If you have property in a highly developed area or know you have shoreline erosion issues, this is a great way to make improvements that will help maintain water quality and create habitat.”

Any landowner within the Cataraqui watershed who is interested in a free site visit should contact Lajoie at Watersheds Canada, 613-2641244 or naturaledge@watersheds.ca.

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RVCA offers landowners options for tree planting along the waterfront Money is available to landowners interested in planting trees. The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority offers private landowners treeplanting programs that help them get technical advice, planting plans, and funding for trees.

“We have numerous community-minded partners providing funding to projects to help reduce landowner costs,” says Scott Danford, RVCA Forestry Program Manager. “We offer planting programs that make it easy and affordable for landowners.”

To be eligible, landowners need at least one acre of land and to be willing to plant a minimum of 500 trees. If you have the space, RVCA can help get trees growing on your land for 15 cents per tree. Since 1983, RVCA has planted over 5.25 million trees on private property for landowners.

“The RVCA provides professional reforestation services including the site preparation, planning, and planting,” says Danford. “We also ensure success, with post-planting visits and followup operations. It is a great deal at 15 cents a tree.”

Now is the time to book a free site visit, where RVCA staff will meet to discuss the landowner’s objectives and to evaluate the best way to reforest the land. Planting could take place in spring 2018.

Tree-planting is one the most practical ways to take care of our watershed and the wider environment. Trees improve local biodiversity by providing shelter for birds and wildlife, while at the same time providing us with windbreaks, screening, and shade. Forests act as a major filter and cleansing system for water that soaks into the ground and feeds our wells and underground water systems. The newly-planted trees take a little tender loving care in their early years, but once they are “free-growing”, they provide all of these advantages for up to 80 years or more. Trees are vital for a healthy and sustainable future; start planning now for planting next spring.

The program is made possible thanks to the RVCA’s 18 member municipalities, the City of Ottawa’s Green Acre Program, the Province of Ontario’s 50 Million Tree Program, Forest Ontario, and numerous private businesses and watershed residents who donate to the tree-planting program.

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ALS Walk celebrates 20 years in Smiths Falls; volunteers sought for 2018

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The ALS Walk in Smiths Falls celebrates 20 years in September and what better way to mark a milestone than with cake?

Come join the fun while raising money and awareness for the ASL Society of Canada.

Special prizes are in store for those raising at least $100 for the cause, including a trip for two to Ireland.

For each increment of $100, you will receive a ballot for this special draw.

VIA Rail is also offering a $1,000 promotional certificate. But participants do not have to redeem their prizes; they can be donated back to the ALS Society.

For those raising $150 – to celebrate Canada’s birthday – you will receive a special ALS Canada bammie, plus a 2017 T-shirt. Each walker will receive a T-shirt.

The Smiths Falls ALS Walk will take place Sept. 9 at Lower Reach Park.

Sandra Burson, organizer of this event, has been involved for the past 19 years, but this year will mark her final year.

“We need to get some volunteers on board to help with planning,” she said."I am looking for someone to step forward to coordinate and organize future walk events. I will make myself available for the first year to

help the new coordinator with the planning and organizing of the walk event if needed.

Anyone interested in coordinating the local walk, please contact Lianne Johnston, regional manager at 1-800267-4257 or myself at 613-284-1459."

Burson said she will still participate in the local walk.

She said she is hoping some of those volunteers who help out during the day of the event, will be willing to give even more time to the behind the scenes planning that goes on long before the event takes place.

The walk registration will begin at 9 a.m. with opening ceremonies at 10 a.m. at the Kinsmen pavilion where co-emcee, Dr. Mark Czubak, chiropractor in Smiths Falls, will speak to participants.

"I'm hoping that some of the past participants may want to say a few words to the present participants," Burson said.

A silent auction – thanks to many local donors – will be on site, and a barbecue partially sponsored by M&M Meats, will take place following the 5km walk.

“We have raised $505,000 (since its inception) for ALS Canada,” said Burson. “That’s pretty good for this small community.”

Last year the event raised some $50,000.

She said she’s hoping that people will come take part this year that have

The crowd gathers to listen to speeches prior to heading out for the ALS Walk. participated over the past 19 years.

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Your participation in events like the ALS Walk – or a donation to the cause – helps in two ways: 40 per cent through research across the country; and 60 per cent through client services like educational information, home visits, referrals to local health care and community services, coordination of peer support groups, all through the ASL Society.

For more information on ways you can help locally, please call Burson at 613-284-1459.

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Lanark County seeking funds for commuter cycling program Lanark County council passed a motion to submit a list of identified projects for the Ontario Municipal Commuter Cycling Program (OMCCP) and to request accelerated funding to complete them as soon as possible.

Chief administrative officer Kurt Greaves presented a report at the regular meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 9, outlining the county’s application to the program — which is a $42.5 million investment by the province into commuter cycling infrastructure for 2017, with additional funds over the next three years.

It is part of the Ontario Climate Change Action Plan designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and aims to invest cap-and-trade proceeds into commuter cycling initiatives.

Greaves noted people need safe cycling routes to commute to work.

Three projects have been identified: adding a gravel and stone dust base to the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail (OVRT) between Montague and Mississippi Mills for $1.3 million; adding decking and railings to the former railway bridge in Pakenham on the OVRT for $400,000; and paving 17.3 kilometres of shoulders on both sides

of County Road 43 between Perth and Smiths Falls for $1.06 million.

“All of these projects have the potential to entice commuters to embrace cycling to work,” he said. “It will also require public education and promotion by Lanark County, local municipalities, the health unit and other partners.”

All municipalities can apply for funding, and Mississippi Mills and Carleton Place have expressed an interest in paving a section of the OVRT between Almonte and Carleton Place.

“The OMCCP is an opportunity for Lanark County to see some of the carbon tax funds reinvested for the benefit of our community,” Greaves said.

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It ties in with the Ontario Municipal Commuter Cycling Program that was announced in May, which provides 80 per cent funding of eligible project costs using funds from the provincial cap-and-trade program.

The plan outlines the benefits of active transportation, including healthier lifestyles, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, reduced wear and tear on roads and bridges, less traffic congestion and increased eco-friendly tourism.

To date, the county has facilitated increased active transportation by adopting a paved shoulder program, building multi-use trails and building an active transportation bridge. In addition to highlighting work completed to date, Greaves said the document helps with future planning and aligns itself to co-ordinate future activities with local municipalities, the province and other organizations.

“The infrastructure needed to address these issues is needed to literally put Lanark County on the map of activity transportation-friendly places to live and visit,” the plan states. The

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The goal is to complete 57 per cent by the end of 2020.

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Blues on the Rideau at the Cove Inn, Westport returns for its 13th season Choose The Blues Productions is pleased to announce the lineup for the 2017-18 Season of Blues On The Rideau at The Cove Inn in Westport — our 13th year.

And in honour of Canada’s 150th birthday it’s a great one, all Canadian bands plus an American guest, Tas Cru. Blues On The Rideau at The Cove has come to be recognized as one of the premier blues series in the country featuring some of Canada’s best artists as well as a few American special guests. The shows take place in the friendly, intimate setting of this 140-year-old classic country inn in one of the most beautiful villages in eastern Ontario — Westport — located on the shores of Upper Rideau Lake on the world famous Rideau Waterway only a 1.5 hour drive from Ottawa, 45 minutes from Kingston, 2.5 hours from Syracuse, and three hours from Toronto and Montreal.

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The ticket price remains the same (for the fourth year in a row) at $65 (plus HST). That includes a delicious full course buffet dinner, door prizes, and dancing. Proceeds go to support different local charities. To date more than $64,000 has been raised for the Westport community with the goal of another $5,000 this season.

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So much for patience

H

ow many of us have honked the horn when the driver of the vehicle directly ahead fails to hit the gas within two seconds of the light changing red?

Or perhaps passed on the shoulder when a car is waiting to make a left turn and there might only be one vehicle coming from the opposite direction? How about cutting through a gas station or commercial parking lot at an intersection rather than taking the extra few seconds to stop on a red and then turn right? This scribe is certainly guilty on counts one and three, not to mention a few other examples of wanting to save a few seconds of travel time.

Maybe all of those time savers added up over the course of many years could produce a tangible result in terms of gas money.

In reality, though, it’s an indication of just how impatient many of us are

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as we go about our daily routines. Why do we get so frustrated by something that, in the grand scheme of things, is so trivial?

We’d rather take decisive and possibly questionable action demonstrating poor judgement as drivers than to have to wait for a few seconds for the inevitable to happen.

Is it naïve to suggest that things did not seem to be so rushed and so contentious behind the wheel that many years ago?

Some of us who have laid into our car horns or been honked at for no legitimate reason are starting to wonder if maybe there is something to what they say about patience being a virtue.

If we are willing to consider adopting aggressive driving practices for the sake of a few seconds that really add nothing to our lives, then it might be time to reflect on what we are doing.

New Plymouth was soon treated like a member of the family

t wasn’t a secret for long ... even if it was meant to be. But no one got a brand-new car without the news spreading pretty fast.

Being next farm to Uncle Alec’s though, meant that we got a look at the new Plymouth before anyone else at Northcote. And what a beauty it was.

Certainly many steps up from the old Model T with the hole in the back floor, and the two front fenders different colours, which we got in a trade.

I was just as excited as was my little friend Velma when the new car came into her family. My sister Audrey wondered where the money came from.

Did Uncle Alec sell off his herd of cattle, or his workhorses?

No, he didn’t. The cows and

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the horses were right there in the barnyard.

Uncle Alec, the good neighbour that he was, was more than generous letting us all have a ride in the new Plymouth, taking Mother to Briscoe’s General Store, and our family taking turns, and once driving Velma and me all the way to Douglas.

He was pretty fussy about his new car too. None of his sons were allowed behind the steering wheel, even though they were old enough to drive.

Even when they were courting, they had to take the horse and buggy, just like every other young fella in Northcote, who wasn’t lucky enough to have a new Plymouth sitting in his yard.

a new car had worn off. Certainly not! It was still the nicest car to be parked at the Lutheran Church on Sundays.

Ralph, one of the older boys, was eventually allowed to get behind the wheel, but only My friend Velma said her father could often be seen wiping the shiny fenders with his handkerchief, and when it rained, he covered it with a canvas to keep it dry. Yes, he was pretty fussy ... at least at the start of ownership.

But like all things bought for use on the farm back then, the time would come when it would have to be put into other service.

It wasn’t that the thrill of

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after Uncle Alec let him run it around the 20-acre field a good many times.

I was always amazed that Aunt Bertha never learned to drive the new car. Certainly, we didn’t have the old Model T

more than a day or so, before Mother got behind the wheel, drove out the long lane, and headed all the way into Renfrew. But not Aunt Bertha. She See MARY page 9

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evidence and factors that justified an award of $10.5 million to Mr. (Omar) Khadr were factual whereas all that detracted from it were mere suppositions.”

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ernment to award this quantum of money to Mr. Khadr.

However, I can suggest that the government recognized it would most certainly lose its efforts to oppose Mr. Khadr’s $20 million lawsuit (at the cost to taxpayers of many more millions), given that the Federal Court, the Federal Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court had all unequivocally found that both Mr. Khadr’s constitutional rights as a Canadian citizen and the principles of fundamental justice were significantly violated. This conclusion cannot be re-litigated; it stands as a fact.

Moreover, given the previous $10.5 million settlement to Maher Arar, and multimillion

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left the driving to Uncle Alec.

Well, as the novelty of the new car wore off, and it was commonplace to see it parked in the rain, and the Thom boys, one by one, were allowed to get behind the wheel, you could see that Uncle Alec would be putting the Plymouth to other uses, to get

settlements for wrongful conviction for Stephen Truscott in 2007, ($6.5 million) and David Milgaard in 1999 ($10 million), a settlement of $10.5 million seems plausibly reasonable.

Major Cooper goes on in his letter to refute my claims that Mr. Khadr was a child soldier at the time he was captured, that his Charter rights were infringed upon, and that he was tortured while imprisoned.

On the claims of Charter rights violation, Major Cooper gravely mistakes the point. Irrespective of how the American government chose to proceed with its much-impugned military commissions (which the former chief Prosecutor Colonel Morris Davis subsequently termed “neither military nor justice”),

Mr. Khadr’s Charter rights were violated, as determined by the Supreme Court, by two Canadian government officials who traveled to Guantanamo and interrogated Mr. Khadr, knowing he had been deliberately sleep deprived for several weeks, and then shared the resulting information with U.S. authorities.

On the subject of torture, prolonged sleep deprivation of a 15 year old constitutes torture, pure and simple. That Mr. Khadr was subjected to this, and other ill treatment is very well documented.

On the subject of child soldier status, as of October 2011, 100 countries in the world, including Canada, but not the U.S., have signed the Paris Principles which recognize as a child soldier

“any person below 18 years of age who is or who has been recruited or used by an armed force or armed group in any capacity.”

Omar Khadr clearly fit this definition, when his father let him travel with Al Qaeda-linked insurgents as a translator.

The “unlawful enemy combatant” term Major Cooper mentions is a term employed by the Bush Administration, which was vague, unprecedented and later led to numerous legal problems.

In 2006 the U.S. Supreme Court found the military justice commissions at Guantanamo to be illegal under both military justice law and the Geneva Conventions – including Common Article 3 of the Third Geneva Convention because the commissions had the power to convict based on

the full value out of the dollars he spent on it.

No longer did we have to take our shoes off when we got in the Plymouth, and it wasn’t unusual to see Uncle Alec unload a few bags of wheat from the grist mill.

But I knew the new car had lost its glory when I was over playing with Velma one Satur-

day, and Uncle Alec had parked the car close to the barn.

When he wheeled the car over to the house to tell Aunt Bertha he’d be back in time for supper, a Holstein calf had its head out one back window, and a sheep out the other.

Uncle Alec headed into Renfrew to market the two, and the fastest way to get there was in the

Plymouth that only a scant few months before was treated like a member of the family.

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Runciman leaves Senate with sense of accomplishment Senator Bob Runciman departs the Senate this week with a solid record of legislative accomplishment.

Runciman was appointed to the Senate on Jan. 29, 2010, by thenPrime Minister Stephen Harper.

His last day is Aug. 9. In his 7.5 years in the Upper Chamber, he has chaired two committees, including the Legal and Constitutional Affairs committee for the last five-plus years.

“It was a great honour to chair the Legal and Constitutional Affairs committee, which traditionally has been one of the busiest on Parliament Hill,” Runciman said. “And it was a real honour to have the opportunity to work on that committee with people such as Serge Joyal and

George Baker, whom I’ve admired for years.”

During his time as chair, the committee dealt with a number of significant pieces of legislation – a rewriting of the law relating to prostitution, changes to the law governing accused who are found not criminally responsible due to mental illness, major changes

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to federal election law, the enactment of a federal victims’ bill of rights, and the passage of a law to deal with physician-assisted suicide, along with dozens of other pieces of legislation.

“It was always interesting and frequently emotional, but our committee always got the job done,” Runciman said. Runciman said he

has not decided what comes contribution and I intend to next, but is adamant he do so,” he said. is not retiring. “There are many areas of public policy Submitted by the office of where I think I can make a Senator Bob Runciman

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Wet weather in most of Rideau watershed, but record rain, flooding in North Gower metres to the south of the village, and 131 millimetres to the east — all on July 24. Of the greatest impact was the total of 190 millimetres recorded for the day near the village centre, after a thunderstorm cell passed through around 7 p.m.

The combination of soils that were already saturated from previous rains, with no capacity to absorb any more, along with the higher ground around North Gower, caused rapid run-off shortly after the rain began in the early morning on July 24. As the rain continued throughout the day, flows reached flood stage and overtopped the banks. The heavy rain in the village core toward the end of the storm combined with the flow passing through, causing the flooding that ex-

ceeded the 100-year flood level by as much as 62 centimetres. The rainfall also exceeded the 100-year precipitation amount (123 millimetres).

The erratic nature of the system that brought the heavy rains to eastern Ontario on July 24 made it difficult for forecasters to predict where the rain would fall. It appeared through the preceding weekend that southwestern Ontario was threatened with a significant storm. Forecasts for eastern Ontario indicated only showers and the possibility of thunderstorms.

However, it came clear later on Sunday that the system track would be through eastern Ontario, and at 3:30 a.m., the Meteorological Service of Canada (MSC) issued a severe rainfall warning for eastern Ontario as the

rain was starting. The warning stated that, causing unprecedented flooding that 30 to 40 millimetres could be ex- of homes, businesses and agricultural pected, with up to 100 millimetres in fields in the area. thunderstorms. The Stevens Creek watershed got 35 per cent more than Source: Rideau Valley that and North Gower almost twice Conservation Authority

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The “minor” status was kept in place because of uncertainty about groundwater conditions that couldn’t be checked until spring. The status was then removed on April 19, after three months of above normal precipitation that went a long way to recharging groundwater aquifers.

Since February, rainfall totals each month have been an average of 1.65 times normal. It is not unusual for there to be above normal amounts of rain a few times each year. What has been experienced in 2017, though, is not rainfall 10 or 20 millimetres above normal for a few months; it has been well above normal for six consecutive months, such that close to a normal year of rain has fallen in half the year at each of the climate stations in and around the Rideau watershed.

An early thaw in March looked like it could be the spring freshet, and a minor one at that. However, rain over the first week of April of 70 to 80 millimetres — and warm enough temperatures to melt the remaining snow — brought on the spring freshet peak for most of the Rideau system, reaching a 1:4 year frequency flow of 456 cubic metres per second (centimetres), as measured at the Rideau River monitoring station in Ottawa.

Basically, a tumultuous spring followed that didn’t quit. Cooler than normal temperatures persisted, along with frequent rainfall. Rain over two weeks in early May caused second, slightly lower peaks on the Rideau and Jock rivers as well as Kemptville Creek. The Tay River reached its highest in 2017 on May 7, as the rain — combined with flood waters from Bobs and Christie Lakes — passed through the system.

On average, about 40 per cent of days in a year have some rain recorded. This year, the average is about 55 per cent since April 1, with the Ottawa airport having rain on 62 per cent of days. As a result, water levels throughout the watershed have continued to be above normal.

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Mississippi Mudds has the gift keeps on giving; purchase your show tickets The Mississippi Mudds are, once again, giving everyone an opportunity to help guarantee the continuation of top quality theatre in our beloved Town hall at affordable prices for all.

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Award-winning Robinson returns for Classic Theatre's annual mystery thriller If living life passionately is a sign of success, then Lindsay Robinson is a successful person. Robinson is currently in Perth to play the role of an archeologist in the comedy-thriller I’ll Be Back Before Midnight, the annual nail-biter that opens at the Classic Theatre Festival’s mainstage on Aug. 18 at 54 Beckwith St. E. I’ll Be Back Before Midnight, the most produced play in Canadian history, is an Alfred Hitchcock-style psychological thriller about a young Toronto couple who leave the big city to get away from it all — only to encounter weird happenings in the spooky old country farmhouse they decide to rent. Penned by prolific Canadian writer Peter Colley, who also recently opened a new musical about the life of Terry Fox, Marathon of Hope, it combines the spine-tingling building of tension and quirky humour of a Hitchcock film.

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“I have a passion for helping people, and I think a combined career as an actor and emergency room doctor allows me that chance,” says Robinson, who has also appeared in Perth as the philandering central character in Neil Simon’s debut Broadway comedy Come Blow Your Horn.

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Robinson is not shy about taking on new and heavy-duty challenges. His professional training is extensive, from the New York-based American Academy of Dramatic Arts to the intensive program at the Canadian College of Performing Arts, which entailed six days a week of choreography, directing, singing, acting and dancing for two years. During the third year, he joined

a co-operative theatre company of 12, who spent three months working on and offstage for three productions. He also recently just completed the Banff Professional Theatre training program in conjunction with the Citadel Theatre.

He is also busy completing a libretto and composing music in conjunction with the Vancouver Island Symphony, putting together a show for two singers — one of whom is a member of the original Three Canadian Tenors — and composing the music for a 60-piece orchestra.

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Local mystery writer Randy Ferrier’s new book is finally out! ‘Kentucky Rose Garden’ will be available at Brownlee’s Metro, Barnabe’s Independent, The Book Nook and The Bookworm in Perth. Look for his displays at the front of both grocery stores. ‘Kentucky Rose Garden’ is a story about destiny, fate and what we choose to believe. It’s a story about growing up, leaving home and trading one sort of life for an entirely different set of circumstances. It’s a love story and a horror story wrapped up in one. It’s a trip back to the past, where nothing is ever remembered as it really was. Roy Charlotte is coming of age in 1930’s Depression era America. If that’s not difficult enough, financial strife has led to his arrival at Oak Hill, the great house in Covington, Kentucky belonging to his mother’s two estranged aunts. Oak Hill is not your ordinary house, nor are his two great aunts anything close to resembling a pair of doting old ladies. For a farm boy from Upstate New York used to living a hard but simple existence, life has just turned on a dime! Inside Oak Hill’s gates awaits a world of privilege but that’s not all that waits for young Roy. He soon comes to realize that his newfound ease of living comes at a price - a price higher than anyone should ever be expected to pay! If you enjoyed R.M. Ferrier’s other books and are looking for a summer escape, take a chance on ‘Kentucky Rose Garden!’

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Discovering the richness of Rose Hill Nature Reserve The general public will have a unique opportunity to visit Rose Hill Nature Reserve Saturday, Aug. 19 to explore the new trails and learn about the rich biodiversity found there. Rose Hill is a 358-acre wilderness property in the rugged, hilly landscape north east of Denbigh in Addington Highlands.

In the spring of 2017, the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust (MMLT) engaged a professional ecologist to prepare a scientific report describing the natural history and ecological features of the Nature Reserve, as well as conduct fieldwork to inventory the species on the property. At our Aug. 19 event, visitors will hear about some of the discoveries of the field study and learn about the ecological significance of Rose Hill.

An initial field study was conducted in 2012 when the first 100-acre parcel was acquired by the Land Trust. That first report stated that one of the most remarkable aspects of this property is its lack of invasive plant species which gives a pretty good indication of its relatively untouched, wild condition.

This year’s study will provide MMLT with the necessary information to prepare a long-term management plan for the Nature Reserve. Land trusts are mandated to protect the properties in their care forever, which in legal

terms means a 999-year commitment, renewable.

Over the past year, area volunteers have extended the trail network by opening up a long-unused trail around Fufflemucker Pond. Visitors will be guided along the trail from and to the lovely picnic spot beside the pond where we’ll gather to hear Cathy Keddy, the chair of MMLT’s Ecological Stewardship Committee, share the findings of the field study to date. After lunch, you can meander along the trail around the perimeter of the pond looking for the rare species described.

Registration for the nature walk is at 10:30 a.m. at the Brodey Trail entrance on Rose Hill Road. Admission is $10. Bring along a picnic lunch to enjoy beside Fufflemucker Pond.

Don’t forget your camera — the scenery is beautiful and you may catch a shot of something special.

Directions to Rose Hill Nature Reserve from both south and north are provided below: From Kaladar at the junction of Hwy 7 and Hwy 41, travel north for 65.4 km to Rose Hill Road. and turn right.

From Renfrew, travel west on Hwy 132 for 29.5 km. Continue south on Hwy 41 for 65 km to Rose Hill Road and turn left.

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BDP’s Lysistrata is ‘entertaining and hilarious’ at Perth’s Full Circle Theatre Perth’s BarnDoor Productions has brushed the cobwebs off a classic and brought a new musical version of an ancient Greek play to the stage at Full Circle Theatre, one that is being called “entertaining and hilarious” by playgoers.

Lysistrata, as staged by BDP, is a fast, snappy and jazzy musical about how the women of Greece band together to stop a war. Their weapon of choice: sex. It’s an unequal battle that the men simply cannot win.

The cast of 14 throw themselves into the fun from the first number, as the show opens with a full-on Broadway-style chorus number to set the scene, which is “Athens, in the good-old, badold, terrible days”.

The plays centres, naturally enough, on the character of Lysistrata, played with energy, sass and verve by Satinka Schilling.

Locked up in the Acropolis, the women prepare for a siege as the men send a Magistrate (Gary King, returning to the BDP stage after a number of years) to deal with the situation.

His long-winded ramblings are soon put in their place with “Shut your mouth! We’ll mind your business!” as the women take over the reins of Athens. Having dealt with the men and growing rebellion among the women (who just want to go home to get their “wool spread on the bed”), Lysistrata ends the first act with the solo “Lycon, My Husband”, a song that is actually based on music that goes back as far as the 5th century B.C., but feels thoroughly modern as well.

If the first act, as an opening-nighter said at intermission, is “naughty, but fun” with lots of laughs and music, the second act is a jaw-dropper.

It’s been several months since the women started their protest and the effect on the men is suddenly clearly visible -- even on the Chorus of Old Men, stripped to their underwear to be ready for a fight (not to worry: it’s very funny Greek underwear). A procession of men arrive -- each in a more delicate condition than the last. When one young woman’s soldier

husband comes back from the front, she is assigned to “bring him to the boil and keep him that way”, which she does in a fun duet “Baby, I’m not saying I don’t love you”, performed by Miranda Wilson and Adam Bond. Wilson’s long dance experience (she’s a ripe old seventeen now) is used extensively through the show, from the opening number to the Dance of Reconciliation, the embodiment of Peace -- whose costume is a map of Greece.

By the time a Spartan arrives to negotiate peace, all the stops are out and the puns (Greek word!) fly fast and furiously. Scott Duncan as the Spartan draws huge laughs with his outrageous accent, his outrageous physical movements and his fun song about peace -- which nearly leads to a new war.

Finally, all is settled, peace is declared and the whole group come together to sing “Io Paean”, literally “Joy To The World”, only to be interrupted by belated bad news from the front, which throws the cold light of reality onto the show and, after two acts of outrageous hilarity, it ends with a sobering reminder.

With a “classical” set that reflects the magnificent pink marble of the Acropolis, a set of Greek-styled costumes created by Janice Jacklin and Cheryl Moss that shimmer and flow and float (and oh, those Greek helmets!), and a musical score that brings together ancient-sounding flutes and harps with Broadway brass and drums, Lysistrata is an hour and fifty minutes of laughs and naughty jokes and outrageous fun -- with a tiny little hint of a message to it -- much as Aristophanes envisioned 2,428 years ago.

Lysistrata has only four more performances: August 17, 18, 19 at 7:30 p.m. and August 20 at 1:30 p.m., all at the air-conditioned, groundlevel, fully barrier-free Full Circle Theatre, 26 Craig Street, Perth, near Last Duel Park. Tickets are just $20 reserved; $22 at the door; students $10. To reserve, simply call 613 267 1884 or visit www.barndoorproductions.ca. No credit cards required; cash at the performance is requested.

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Rideau Canal was built at heavy cost in lives and money In 1832, Lieutenant-Colonel John By was recalled to England. His superiors charged he had made unauthorized expenditures while leading the highly successful engineering and construction of the Rideau Canal in Canada.

As a result of his recall Lt.-Col. By’s reputation was at stake. In an effort to reinstate his previous status, his wife Esther wrote a letter to the military authorities outlining his successes and arguing that the expenditures were worthwhile. Her plea failed to move the principals.

A Parliamentary committee eventually exonerated By. But despite a personal plea to the Duke of Wellington and other leaders (the Duke had recommended him for duty in Canada), asking for a review of his case, Lt.-Col. By never received any sort of formal commendation for his work on the canal.

In declining health By was eventually placed on the unemployed list. He retired to his country home Shernfold Park near the village of Frant, Sussex (now East Sussex) not far from the town of Royal Tunbridge Wells. He died a broken man on Feb. 1, 1836 at age 56.

By’s story had a sad ending for him and his family. However the biggest project of his life as a Royal Engineer, the Rideau Canal in Eastern Ontario, remains an engineering marvel. That fact was underlined in 2007 when the canal, which runs 202 kilometres from Ottawa (originally named Bytown) to Kingston and the St. Lawrence River, was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the longest continually operated canal system in North

Reflections

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America.

In July when our friends Martin and Wendy Ireton from West Yorkshire were visiting, we made two day trips to the Rideau Canal. The first was to the picturesque canal-side village of Merrickville which has long been a favourite destination for my wife Kathleen and I. Martin and Wendy have a friend in England who owns a canal boat (a traditional English long boat) and they have taken a number of trips with him. I have also been fortunate enough to visit the vessel on one occasion.

Martin particularly enjoyed watching as vessels navigated the Merrickville locks. We visited on a week day.

But because it is high season for the canal the locks were busy.

He was intrigued to find Parks Canada staff operating the locks and to hear that is the norm along the Rideau Canal system. In England boaters who use the country’s vast network of canals are given keys which allow them to control the locks themselves, thus reducing staffing needs.

On hearing that cost-cutting has further reduced the already limited canal season in Ontario, Martin predicted that we will eventually adopt a similar system to theirs. The difference of course is that canals in the United

Kingdom can be used year-round jor’s Hill Park, behind the Chateau while the intensity of our winter limits Laurier, where a statue of Lt.-Col. By (unveiled in 1971) stands overlooking the boating season. his masterpiece, the Rideau Canal.

By’s name is very prominent in OtDefensive purposes The impressive Blockhouse, which tawa. The Byward Market tourist area overlooks the top lock at Merrick- is named for him. So is scenic Colonel ville, was constructed under By’s su- By Drive which winds alongside the pervision in 1832 and 1833. It is one canal for eight kilometres in the heart of four blockhouses built along the of the nation’s capital. At the Unicanal for defensive reasons. After all versity of Ottawa, Colonel By Hall is the Rideau Canal was constructed for home to the Faculty of Engineering. military purposes because, in the wake In addition Colonel By Secondary of the War of 1812, the British who School is located in the east Ottawa governed what was then called Upper suburb of Orleans. There are other Canada, feared an American invasion commemorations as well.

Our two-day driving tour allowed along the St. Lawrence River. Such an attack might have cut the route from the Ireton’s to complete a circle that Kingston to Montreal which was so began during a trip the four of us vital to Britain’s North American made to southeast England in 2004.

That excursion and another event colonies.

We enjoyed our tour of Merrick- Kathy and I attended in London in ville Blockhouse, the largest of the 1997 will be the topic of my column four originally built along the canal next week.

To underline By’s involvement in route. It is now a three-season museum operated by the Merrickville the canal project consider these facts District Historical Society. To me, it is another of the many hidden gems available to day trippers and tourists in our part of Canada.

The next day we took Martin and Wendy to Ottawa where, posthumously at least, Lt.-Col. By’s efforts have been immortalized in many ways.

We viewed the series of eight locks, immediately adjacent to the Chateau Laurier Hotel, which connects the Ottawa River with the Rideau Canal.

The eight locks themselves are something of an engineering marvel. They ascend 82 feet through what was, at the time of their construction, a rather treacherous chasm.

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and figures. The Rideau Canal, which was constructed in what was then a relatively unexplored part of the country, was completed between 1826 and 1832, mainly during five spring and summer construction seasons. When it opened on May 24, 1832 it featured 50 dams and 47 masonry locks. The project allowed navigation of a river (the Rideau) which previously could be used only by those willing to carry birch bark canoes on lengthy portages through largely uninhabited country.

I would be extremely remiss if I failed to mention the effort and sacrifice of so many Rideau Canal workers, the majority of them Irish “navvies.” They laboured in appalling conditions and an estimated 1,000 workers or their family members died as a result of dangerous working conditions or diseases, primarily malaria.

Most lie in unmarked graves along the canal route. Memorials to the workSee MAGUIRE page 17

Car Counsellor gives readers tires and brake recommendations “Hi Brian, Would there be any problems with having different brands of tires on same car?

Like front and back. I am not talking about going to the track, just regular street driving. My Porsche 911’s tires always wear out more on the back, 2 to 1.

Phil As long as you match load and speed ratings and general tread design (and of course all-seasons vs. winters) you shouldn’t run into any trouble with mixing tire manufacturers front to back.

“Brian, I have a 2000 Echo Toyota and it runs like new. It has about 235,000 km on it and I currently drive it about 7,000 km per year.

I have one problem with it which has been going for a number of years. When it is damp or rains, the wheels squeak when I put on the brakes. It has been worse this summer because of all the rain. I take it to the repair shop where I receive excellent treatment but they are not able to solve the problem. What can I do?

Thank you for considering this question.”

Bob

Car Counsellor BRIAN TURNER

Of course it’s hard to be accurate without examining or driving the car, but I suspect the cause is rust build up on the brake rotors on the front or brake drums on the rear (depending on where the noise is coming from).

If an examination confirms this, I would suggest replacing the front rotors with zinc-coated ones (Halten is a good brand for example). I’d also suggest replacing the brake pads at the same time with a good quality set (AC Delco Advantage is the brand that I’ve had no problems with).

I’m not sure if anyone manufactures a zinc-coated rear drum but in most cases they can be easily machined to remove any rust or glazing if they’re not too worn.

With a vehicle of your Toyota’s age and mileage, your techs should check

the disc brake caliper system very carefully for any wear that might be keeping the pads engaged when you release the brakes.

A little noise is normal for the first few stops of the day for a vehicle that’s parked outside and exposed to the elements. Also avoid parking on grass or any other poorly drained surface.

“Hi Brian, I read your column from time to time as it has great advice. My wife and I have been driving for 55 odd years and over that time we have had new tires installed, winter tires installed and summer tires exchanged for winter tires. And the regular maintenance goes on.

This year my wife had her summer tires, which were mounted on rims, installed at the same garage that put her winter tires on last fall. After driving about 200 km, the front left wheel came off and she watched it go into the ditch on the opposite side of the road and was able to bring the car to a safe stop on the shoulder of the road.

Lucky this happened on a county road without traffic and no one else was involved.

The garage owner said it was our fault for not bringing the car back to his shop to have the wheels re-torqued.

He did not suggest having the wheels retorqued last fall when he installed the winter tires.

He straightened some plates behind the brake rotor and put a used rim on the car, but refuses to repair the body damage to the fender. Is it necessary to have car wheels re-torqued now?

Should the rotor have been changed to a new one? Who is responsible for the damages?

Thank you for any ad- complimentary retorquing. vice.”

(The wheels were torqued V using a properly calibrated torque-wrench during the Yes your shop was original service but still right in that anytime a needed to be re-checked) vehicle wheel is removed; However we always remindits lug nuts need to be re- ed people verbally about torqued after driving for this when they picked up 100 km or so. their vehicle after a seasonal Why this is necessary tire changeover. You can on today’s vehicles and usually find this warning wasn’t something that in writing in your vehicle’s anyone worried about owner’s manual.

15 or so years ago is The plate behind the the prevalence of al- brake rotor that you menloy wheels and lighter tioned was straightened was weight wheel hubs on probably just a dust shield most vehicles on the and likely doesn’t need to be road. The corrosion on replaced. However, I would alloy wheels (where the be concerned about the state centre rings meet the of the wheel studs and nuts wheel hubs) can prevent and would recommend they the lug nuts from achiev- be thoroughly inspected to ing maximum clamping ensure that their threads force. When the vehicle weren’t damaged. is driven after a tire change, road bumps and vibrations may loosen the wheel nuts. While this is rare, its conse- From page 16 quences are potentially life-threatening. workers and their families I’ve run into this be- stand in several locations. fore at a shop where I Included are Celtic crosses used to hang my day- at either end of the canal in job hat and we refused Kingston and Ottawa. to cover any damage The construction of what caused by a customer is now a purely recreational that didn’t return for a waterway came with many needless deaths and no one

Security breach reported by Rideau Lakes Township The Township of Rideau Lakes reported that their IT security was breached over the long weekend.

“We believe this was a random, not targeted, attack,” wrote the township in an online notice

released on Tuesday, Aug. 8. “It is not believed that any personal data is vulnerable (i.e. we do not accept credit cards as a form of payment; we do not collect or retain sensitive data such as health records etc.).”

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Service interruption to the public will occur during this time, including staff access to email.

The township apologizes for this disruption.

involved is blameless. Despite that sobering fact John By’s legacy remains intact and his work is to be admired in my opinion.

If you have a comment or question for Jeff Maguire he can be reached by email at jeffrey.maguire@rogers. com.

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Remember to buy the smallest capacity unit or system that will meet your needs.

Lanark County Interval House is holding their th 38 Annual General Meeting September 18, 2017 6:30 pm Lanark County Administration Building

The township stated that this breach is primarily an operation/ service disruption issue.

The township has shut down their local server and network while the system is repaired and restored, which, they say, could

MAGUIRE

Yes these wheel nuts still need to be re-torqued after a 100 km or so of driving.

As to who is responsible for the damage, it may seem unfair and abrupt but the old courtroom/police adage applies “ignorance is no excuse”.

If you have any questions, opinions, or stories on anything automotive please drop me a line, [By email to bjoeturner@hotmail.com listing ‘Question for the Car Counselor’ on the subject line or by post to Record News Communications, 5 Lorne St., P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, Ont. K7A 4T1]. When using regular mail, please supply a phone number if you seek direct contact (due to volume I can’t always promise replies).

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Musical moments are magical for local bridge enthusiast

BY IRIS WINSTON

Music has been an important part of Ron Brown’s life for as long as he can remember.

“I was always composing something,” he says. “I thought everybody did that and didn’t know there was anything unusual about what I was doing.”

He adds that only the surprised reaction of a therapist when he mentioned he had been composing since he was a child made him realize that he had an unusual ability.

“I was in my 50s then,” recalls the Smiths Falls resident, who played the violin and the guitar until arthritis interfered with that outlet for his musical talent. “Coincidentally, around the same time, I discovered that computers were sophisticated enough to make it possible to write scores and have them play back.”

At that point, Brown decided to formalize his musical education — beyond having learned to read music while he was in elementary school — by taking some university courses and by producing more original pieces. Over the years, he says he has written hundreds. The most recent, a piece scored for string orchestra and solo violin, was written as a memorial for a friend in the U.S. The Octava Symphony Orchestra in Seattle, Wash., presented the première on July 22.

Next on Brown’s musical agenda is an opera.

For this project, he is working with a composer in the U.S., while he writes the libretto.

“We’re in the early stages now,” says Brown.

“He writes exquisite music, and I’d really like to follow it through and see it performed. It’s about Ashley Smith. There is something about her story that really gets to me, because when I was a teenager trying to make my way through the system, I ran into a lot of people like the authorities she had to face.”

Then 19 years old, Ashley Smith strangled herself in 2007 while under suicide watch in custody at the Grand Valley Institution for Women in Kitchener, Ont. Her family brought a lawsuit for negligence against Correctional Services,

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question. But, I still had a lot of music in my life. I was involved in glee clubs and choirs, and the operatic society in high school. My father tried to discourage that and took his fist to me every now and again when he thought I was getting too big for my britches.”

Brown’s journey away from home began at a men’s shelter in Toronto (he claimed he was 17). Eventually, he overcame his high school dropout status,

passing through assorted odd jobs, until — with the help of several mentors — he completed his education as a university graduate with a major in comparative religion.

Eventually, he settled into a more conventional life as a high school English teacher. He married, and he and his wife, Ann, raised three sons. They recently sold their rural bed-andbreakfast operation and moved to Smiths Falls.

They chose Smiths Falls, says Brown, because they are enthusiastic members of the Smiths Falls Duplicate Bridge Club.

It was “the biggest pull and the place where we knew the most people.”

For more information on the bridge club, which meets on Monday evenings and Tuesday afternoons at the Royal Canadian Legion, contact Don Grant at 613-283-7164.

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Brown, who says he sees some reflection of his early life in Ashley Smith’s story, lived in Kitchener from the time he was 11 until he left an abusive home environment at 14 to make his own way in the world.

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Any community organization based in our circulation area wishing to list an event of community interest is invited to submit a description of 25 words or less in writing. Submissions are not guaranteed. Admissions or event costs, will not be included. Deadline is Monday at 4:30 p.m. prior to publication date. This service is provided free of charge. Events will be listed no more than two weeks in advance. Write, Metroland Media, Attn: Regional Roundup, P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, Ont. K7A 4T1, or fax at 613-283-5909 or e-mail: cheryl.code@metroland.com. If space is available and items will be edited as necessary. Please include name, address and phone number.

Almonte Presbyterian Church Missions Yard & Bake Sale. Saturday August 19, 8 am-1 pm, 111 Church St. All proceeds to missions.

Rain or shine.

Car Toot Bingo Almonte Fairgrounds - In front of the Grandstand - every Wednesday thru September 6, 7 pm. (This is an 18+ event.

Children may come but cannot play.) Come on down, and enjoy our canteen treats (including homemade pie) while enjoying the summer evening.

Hub Hospice Palliative Care, Introduces Good Grief, Led by: Barbara Carroll, PHD, 3rd Monday each month, 10:30-noon, Parish House, 70 Clyde St. 613-883-6646 barbaracarroll@rogers.com Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, picnic Pinhey’s Point. Monday August 21. Call Home Support 613-256-4700 to reserve.

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, “Retire...

Not Expired”, Walk of Morris Island Conservation Area. Wednesday August 30. Call Home Support 613-256-4700 to reserve.

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Station Theatre & supper out. “Fort Hemlock”. Thursday August 24. Call Home Support 613-256-4700 to reserve.

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Tour of Ottawa’s National Beechwood Cemetery.

Thursday August 17. Call Home Support 613256-4700 to reserve.

Reciprocal Door - A reconciliation art project, preview on Aug 19 from 9 to 5 at “Renewing our Friendship” - St. Pauls Anglican Church, unveiled at Blakney trails on Aug 20th at 1pm Renewing Our Friendship: Reconciliation and the Birch Bark Canoe. Aug 19, 9:00-5:00, Algonquin Wisdom Keepers, conversation, lunch and fun! St Paul’s lawn, Pre-register www.mmallmyrelations.ca Together Time Yoga Children’s Resources on Wheels, 91 Cornelia St. W, August 24, 1:302:15pm, Ages 3-6. 613-283-0095 to register.

Army Navy Air Force, 315 Townline Rd, East. August 25, Fish & Chips. Limited supply.

613-253-5097 or email anaf_396@bellnet.ca for more info.

Carleton Place Sunset Club meets every Wednesday, 1 p.m. Legion. Euchre, bid euchre, games, socializing. Third Wed. each monthshort general meeting, noon. Potluck lunch/ games follows. 613-257-7483.

Community Home Support CP Foot Care Clinics. For more information or to book appointments: 613-253-0733.

Community Home Support Friday Lunch Bunch. Friday August 4, 11, 18, 25 at the Home Support office at 12 Noon. Transportation available. Info/reservation: 613-253-0733.

Decoration Service of United Cemeteries St. Fillan’s, Pine Grove Maplewood. Sunday, August 20, 2:30 p.m. Minister: Rev. Tony Boonstra.

Special music: Jack & Shirley Wieler Free Delicious Vegetarian Supper, 5:30pm Aug.28 at Carleton Place Seventh Day Adventist Church (117 Victoria). Call Barbara 613-898-0215 to reserve a seat.

French Playgroup “Plaisirs D’Enfants”. Every Tuesday 9:30-11:30 a.m. Beckwith Community Hall (Black’s Corners). 613-253-0008.

Healing Service, by Freddy Clark & Family Tuesday Aug 29, 7pm, Carambeck Commu-

nity Centre, 175 Bridge St, (near Townline Rd) hour-long ghost walk presents an 1867 meets Info: 613-257-3369 Expo-67 themed haunted tale, Thursdays and Fridays at 7 pm, Unitl August 25. www.classictheatre.ca, 1-877-283-1283.

KEMPTVILLE Are you trying to cope with a family member suffering from a mental illness? NAMI supArt in the Park - Ontario Early Years. port group, every 4th Tuesday of the month.

0-6years,Thursday August 17, 2-3pm. Riverside Info: 613-283-2170.

Park, behind the parking lot and pool on ReuBridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets ben Cres. Register 1-866-433-8933 ext.2374 7:00 p.m., Thursdays, Perth Civitan Club. For Baby Talk, Wednesday, August 23, 1:30- partnership contact Bert Picard 613-267-5305.

3 p.m. Madison Montessori Academy, 2965 Bridge, Social- McMartin House, 125 Gore County Rd #43.

St., East, every Friday 12:30. 613-267-3952.

BNI of Kemptville, meeting. Every TuesEuchre, Perth Legion, Beckwith St., every day 6:45-8:30 a.m. Alumni Hall, Kemptville Col- Tuesday from 1-4 p.m. Parking. No stairs. Everylege (613)863-4853. one welcome. Info: 613-264-5568.

Perth Citizens’ Band Concert, Thursday August 17. 7:30pm in Stewart Park.

LANARK Perth Civitan Classic Cruisers, 6787 Cty Rd 43, Mike Boles Memorial. 9-3pm. Eber 613-267Civitan Old Tyme Country Talent Night 6769 or Bill 613-267-2181.

Dinner & Dance. Last Friday of every month, RTA Central Club, Saturday, August 19, dinner 6 p.m., music 7:30-11:30 p.m. Contact Rideau Trail Hike, near Buck Lake Level 1, Vic (613)259-5610.

16 km, moderate pace. Depart Conlon Farm at Gigantic Garage Sale fundraiser, Foy 9:00 a.m. Leader: Jack Tannett, 613-466-0417 Hall, 86 Princess St., Lanark. Wed - Sun 10amRTA Central Club, Sunday, August 27, Ride4:30pm every week in August. All proceeds go au Trail hike, Port Elmsley Level 1, 8 km, modto Sacred Heart Church, Lanark. erate pace. Depart Conlon Farm at 9:00 a.m.

Lanark Community Dinner, Monday Au- Leader: Tom Pearcey, 613-284-1294 gust 21, 4-6pm, enjoy a complete meal with St. John Catholic High School, holding a main dish, salads, desert, coffee, tea and juice. used uniform sale, Thursday, August 28 NoonSpend time with friends. Lanark Civitan, 2144 8pm at the school. Funds raised support school Pine Grove Road. initiatives. Info: www.stjohnchs.cdsbeo.on.ca.

North Lanark Community Health Centre, Stroke survivor and caregiver support Friendly Bridge, Monday & Friday 1pm, drop in group, meets the 4th Wednesday of every Info: Pam 613-259-2182x2306 month between 1:30-3:30 p.m. Legion, 26 Beckwith St E. Info: (613)549-6666 x6867.

The Butterfly Fan Club- Perth & District MERRICKVILLE Breast Cancer Support Group. Thurs., August 17, 7-9 p.m. Perth Family Health Centre, 33 Lewis St. Merrickville - Remembering Elvis, Fri., Info: Carleen 613-812-4474. Monthly meetings Aug 18, 5:30 - 8:30pm outside at the Sidecar 3rd Thursday.

Cafe and Ice Cream Parlour. Bring a lawn chair.

The Compassionate Friends, Perth ChapProceeds to purchase CHEO Teddy bears ter. A support group for bereaved parents. Held Merrickville Legion, Bake Sale & Jam- on the 2nd Monday of every month. 7-9pm. boree, August 26, 1-5pm, kitchen fund-raising Meeting at Tay Valley Community Hall, 4174 event.

Narrows Locks Rd. Perth.

Merrickville Legion, dinner and dance TOPS meetings every Tuesday 5 to 6 p.m.

August 18, 6pm, Lola’s Famous Meatloaf din- at Perth Community Care Centre on Sunset ner. Entertainment by Ron Donnelly. 7-11pm Blvd. Lose weight sensibly with group support.

Merrickville Legion, dinner and dance Further info call 613-264-2827 or 613-267-4508.

August 25, 6pm, Chinese Food dinner. EnterTOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly). Meets tainment by Good ‘N’ Country. 7-11pm Thursday evenings at Lanark Lodge. Info. Janet Merrickville Legion Open Stage, August 613-264-9139.

27. 5-9pm, entertainment Heather Snow & the Watershed Discovery Day, Saturday, AuFlakes, food provided by the Village Bean. gust 19, Perth’s Crystal Palace; bring your quesMerrickville Legion, Seniors Luncheon, tions to the experts. A morning of informative 11-1pm, August 17, continued for the summer displays, and fun for the children, Perth Farmers by popular request.

Market. 8-1pm. Friends of the Tay Watershed www.taywatershed.ca Weather permitting there will be an opPAKENHAM portunity to view the Aug. 21st. partial, (68%), solar eclipse through a large safely filtered telescope. Conlon farm 12:30-4:p.m. witness this Water Ways: mini-home show for Innova- rare astronomical event. 613-284-9920. tive Rural and Cottage Water Solutions. Water Weekly iSisters drop-in for women only to games for kids and Dunk Tank fun for adults. learn technology and computer skills. 9:30a.m.Pakenham Fair. Saturday, August 19, 9-4 pm. 12:30p.m. Thursdays, 77 Gore St. E. Snacks and Sherryl 613-800-1236. materials provided. Info: 613-867-1330.

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A Nation Lost and Found: Family-friendly, hour-long Confederation-themed historic walking play brings to life characters, stories and conflicts of 1867 Perth, Wed.-Sun. at 11 am, Until Aug 27. Tickets: www.classictheatre.ca, 1-877283-1283.

And The Beat Goes On: Family-friendly,

2nd Annual Sharbot Lake Summer Celebration. August 20 at the Royal Canadian Legion Sharbot Lake starting at 1pm. Runs for the afternoon.

ABC Hall for a Cluck ‘n Corn Dinner on Saturday, August 19. Corn shucking contest at 4:30 pm. Dinner at 6 pm. Details at www.abchall.ca

or www.facebook.com/ABCHall.

Annual Free Clothing Give-away, presented by the Anglican Parish of Kitley, Aug., 19, from 10 - 3 , @ “ The Jasper” . Join us as we recycle and see what treasures you might find.

Calling all musicians! A Musician’s circle (musicians only) is held weekly, Thursday evenings, 7:00 p.m., ABC Hall in Bolingbroke (3166 Bolingbroke Rd.). Come out to network with fellow entertainers. Contact Matthew Churchill (613-273-9005).

Canadian Tai Chi Academy, every Mon, Fri., 9 a.m.-noon, Gallipeau Centre (small ballroom), All welcome. 613-269-3944, www.canadiantaichiacademy.org C.A.R.E. Program for frail adults. (Mondays, Lanark, North Lanark Community Health Center) and (Fridays, CPHC Building, 15 Bates Dr.).

(613)264-0307.

Chinese and American Mahjongg is played at the ABC Hall on Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. Beginner lessons for those who have not played. Men and women welcome. Rosetta 613-268-2548 Community Clothing Co-operative, Portland Community Hall. Open every Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. every Wednesday 1-3 p.m.

Dog baths, nail trims, light grooming and a microchip clinic. Shelter, 490 Didak Dr., Arnprior, Saturday, August 19, 9-4pm. No appointments necessary, proceeds to help animals in our care! www.arnpriorhumanesociety.ca Euchre- every Monday afternoon. 1:00 p.m. South Elmsley Municipal Complex. Sponsor: Club 55. Light refreshments.

Fun and Fitness Mondays 9:30-10:30, Middleville & Watson’s Corners Community Hall.

9:00-10:00 Snow Road Community Hall. Info: Wendy 613-259-2182.

Fun and Fitness Wednesdays Lower Mobility Class, Chair based, 2-3pm at North Lanark Community Health Centre, 9:30 - 10:30 St. Andrews United Church, 115 Clarence St. Lanark Info: Pam 613-259-2182x2306.

Hopetown Cemetery Service, Sunday, August 20, 2 p.m. Special Music: Burnside Sisters. If rain service in the church.

Job Search Resource Centre, job postings, computer and internet access, resume writing assistance, job search seminars and employment counselling. Guthrie House, 10 Perth St., Elgin. Mon.-Fri. 9-4. 613-359-1140.

Leeds County Plowmens Assoc, youth plow day, Aug. 18 and their open plow day on Aug. 19. Come see both horse and tractor plowing, Dwyre farm, highway 15 north of Elgin.

Plowing is from 10AM-3PM. Memorial Service- White Cemetery, Poland. Sun. Aug. 27, 2 p.m. Please bring lawn chairs.

Merrickville Union Cemetery Annual Memorial Service, August 20, 2pm if rain held Holy Trinity Anglican Church Merrickville. Info: Bill McMullen 613-269-4295 Musicians Circle, Thursdays 7pm. ABC Hall.

All musicians welcome and all genres of music (country, jazz, blues, folk, easy listening, blue grass, etc.) For information call Matt Churchill 613-273-9005 North Lanark Community Health Centre, Fun & Fitness Exercise Adults/Seniors Drop-in.

Tuesdays & Fridays, 9-10am, Ferguson’s Falls Hall. Info: Pam 613-259-2182x2306 North Lanark Community Health Centre, Fun & Fitness Exercise Adults/Seniors Mondays, 9:30-10:30am, Watson’s Corners Halls. Info: Pam 613-259-2182x2306 North Lanark Community Health Centre, Nordic Pole Walking. North Lanark CHC, Drop-

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in. Thursdays, 9:00-10:00am, rain or shine. Info: Pam 613-259-2182x2306 Portland Community Luncheon on Tuesday, August 22 at noon, at Portland United Church. Roast Chicken on a bun, salads. Everyone welcome!

Quilting- every Wednesday. 1-4 p.m.

MERA Schoolhouse, McDonalds Corners. 613278-2962.

Royal Canadian Legion Br. #542 Wesport, All you can eat Spaghetti, Fri Aug. 18 at 6pm Royal Canadian Legion Br. #542 Wesport, Monday Night Bingo, new Progressive Bonanza, Jackpot and Toonie Pot. Doors open at 5:30pm play starts at 7pm Snow Road Presbyterian Church 132nd Anniversary, Sunday, August 20, 11 am. Guest Speaker the Rev. Karen Hincke. Special music Wayne, Mary and Brian Abrams. Lunch to follow in Community Centre. Everyone welcome.

Turkey Supper at Tatlock Hall, Sunday Aug 27, 4-6:30pm. 696 Conc 7 Darling off Tatlock Rd. Proceeds in support of St. Peter’s United Church Tatlock. Joan Armstrong 613-256-0376

SMITHS FALLS Bariatric Support Group, first Thursday of month, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at ‘The Link’, at 88 Cornelia St. W., #4A. Support and information regarding gastric by-pass surgery before and after. Info: (613)284-4608 or 1(877)383-2070.

Community Home Support Bereavement Support Group, meets last Tue of the month, 1 - 3pm, Smiths Falls District Community Health Centre enter at front entrance 2 Gould St. Info: 613-267-6400 Gambling Problem? There is help. Gamblers Anonymous, Tuesdays 7:30-9 p.m. 88 Cornelia St. 613-567-3271.

Rideau Lakes Horticultural Society OHA District 3 Flower & Edibles Show August 19.

Design Category must pre-register with Madeline Archer (613) 283-1032, other categories can register the day of between 9:00-11:00am.

Judging 11:15am, open public 1:30pm https:// sites.google.com/site/ rideaulakeshorticultural/ Royal Canadian Legion Br 95 Jamborees Aug 20. Open stage, music 1pm-6:30pm, dinner 5pm. Members, guest & public welcome School Readiness Workshop, Children’s Resources on Wheels, Pop-up playgroups, Lower Reach Park, 613-283-0095 ext 300.

Smiths Falls Community Theatre presents World Premiere of ‘Fort Hemlock’ by local Emily Duberville at the Station Theatre. August 18 to 27. For more info or ticket orders: www. smithsfallstheatre.com or 613-283-0300.

Susan Shirley Program, Parent Training courses- Mondays 6:30 p.m. Calvary Bible Church, 15 Beech St. 613-205-1643.

Toastmasters, Wednesday evenings where we practice our communication and leadership skills. Healey Glass, 1 abel Street. 7PM. Penny Croghan pennyc@ripnet.ca 613-285-1551.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), A nonprofit weight loss support group. Meetings every Thursday night. 46 Bell Ave. Smiths Falls.

Info. 613-284-0183.

Trinity United Church, Community BBQ, August 20. 4:30-4:30 PM. All are welcome. corner of Market and Russell, rain or shine Vine Rhymes, Smiths Falls songwriters, poets and story tellers, meet monthly for encouragement and support. Come share your gift. Info: Helen (613)284-2243.

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Lynda & Peter Davis 50th wedding anniversary!

Lynda and Peter were married August 19, 1967 in Britannia United Church in Ottawa. They bought a farm in 1970 in Pakenham and raised their 3 children there until 1989 when they relocated to Ashton. They spent 28 years working together in real estate as Broker/Owners of N.P. Davis Real Estate & Insurance Ltd., Re/Max and then Sutton Group. They now reside near Perth where Peter is retired and Lynda is an Office Manager.

Through all the ups and downs “in joy and in sorrow, for richer or poorer, in sickness and in health” they have reaffirmed the promises they exchanged on their wedding day.

Also celebrated are the moments when they understood what unconditional love means.

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WARK - CALBECK Jessica along with Nanna & Poppa Vernon and Laurie Wark along with Kathie & Glenn Calbeck would like to announce the marriage of their children Jennifer Anna May E Wark to William Joseph Hardwood Calbeck Wedding to take place on Saturday August 26, 2017 in Perth, Ontario

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HAPPY 30th ANNIVERSARY Mike & Cathy Bedford August 29th, 2017 Please join us in celebrating their anniversary Saturday, August 26th, 2017 at 2:00pm 593A County Rd 5, Portland, ON Best Wishes Only Love Angela, Jamie, Amber, Chad, Andrea, Justin & Jaxy

Matt and Laura Templeton of Kemptville are happy and proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Anna Grace Templeton.

Anna was born on May 25, 2017 at 8:45 a.m. weighing 8 pounds 7 ounces and measuring 20.5 inches. She is the first grandchild of John and Nora Templeton of Kemptville and Ross and Anne Marie Smiley of Barrhaven.

CRAIG-DONOVAN – Pamela Craig and David Donovan are excited to announce the birth of their second child and first daughter Ruby Hazel Jane Donovan. Ruby was born at 8:45 a.m. on July 14, 2017, weighing 7 pounds and measuring 18.5 inches. She shares her middle names with her grandmother Gladys and aunt Krikit. Thrilled grandparents are Gladys and Roy Craig and Debra and Garry Donovan. Also welcomed by great grandmother Muriel Craig as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins. Special thanks to Dr. Lawson, Dr. Hendry, Dr. Kerner, Dr. Wang and the nurses and staff at the Smiths Falls Hospital. Welcome home Ruby – you make our “million dollar” family complete.

Love Mommy and Daddy XOX

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August 22, 2017 Ed Chenard is celebrating his 80th Birthday There will be an Open House in the Red Room of the Perth Restaurant (Perth Tea Room) on Saturday August 19th, 2-5pm Greetings Only

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THANK YOU A special “thank you” to the couple who so graciously paid for our meal and dessert on Monday, August 7th at Michael’s Table after overhearing that we were celebrating our 35th wedding anniversary that day! Your generosity and thoughtfulness was overwhelming. We are so grateful! The Lord knows who you are and we pray He will richly bless you. Your act of kindness will definitely be passed forward.

Thanks again Ray & June

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My thanks to all those who attended my 85th birthday party on July 23rd.

Thank you for the cards, gifts, plants & flowers. Many thanks to my family for arranging the lovely afternoon. This party made my day.

The family of Maxwell Barr would like to thank everyone for all the phone calls, cards, flowers and kind words of encouragement at the time of his passing.

Thanks again Muriel & Family.

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My sincere thanks, Elswood Gamble

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CARD OF THANKS The family of the late Mary Weedmark wish to express our sincere thanks to family, friends and neighbours for their kindness and support through the loss of our Mom/Gramma. The visits, phone calls, cards, food, floral tributes and donations to the Cancer Society or St. Anne’s Cemetery were very much appreciated.

Thanks to Ian Carley for the memorable eulogy, to our friends for help on the farm, to the staff at PSFDH for their compassion and care, and to the staff at CCAC for providing compassionate care to help Mom stay at home. Thanks to the Lannin Funeral Home in Smiths Falls for their guidance, respect and kindness, to the BGH Alumni class of 1950 for their support and friendship, to the pall bearers for their kindness and professionalism, to Rev. Nancy McLeod and Rev. Trish Miller for their words of comfort, visits with Mary, and for the beautiful service.

Also, special thanks to Jenny Playfair for her weekly visits, daily phone calls and special friendship.

Sincerely, Kim, Irene and Will

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The family of the late Alma James would like to take this time to thank Dr. Forbes and the staff at the Almonte Hospital for their care and support during Mom’s stay. A special thank you to Stewart and staff at the Blair & Son Funeral Home for your advice and guidance at a difficult time. To family and friends, thank you for your kindness and support through the loss of our Mother.

Sincerely, Wayne, Dale, Dennis and Family

The family of Iona Budd would like to extend our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all relatives, friends, co-workers and neighbours for their thoughtfulness, prayers and kind words at the time of her passing. Thank you to the doctors and nurses in the ICU in Smiths Falls Hospital for their compassion. A special thank you to Pastor Trimble for his lovely service, the wonderful eulogy Candace Fleming had written for her and the history of Iona read by her brother Walter Brown. The excellent dinner put on by Shawn and Angela Traversary was a blessing. Thank you may she rest in peace, she will be missed by so many – loved by all.

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HUMPHRIES, Peggy

Peggy Humphries left the physical restrictions of her earthly existence and joined David, her loving and attentive husband after living a full live spanning over ninety years. She passed away March 3, 2017 on Woman’s World Day of Prayer which was more than appropriate because of her faith and involvement with her church. Peggy had been very happy while living at the John Parrott Centre (or Parrot Cage as she used to call it) in Napanee, Ontario. She was surrounded by loving family and compassionate staff members during her final days and for her passing.

Peggy (Margaret) Joan Humphries (nee Melville) born on July 15, 1926 and the only child of Norman Bruce Melville and Pearl Regina Melville (DeMille) of Toronto.

Peggy attended Moulton Ladies College in Hamilton following the completion of high school. She met David and they visited back and forth between Toronto and Montreal.

They got married in Toronto on January 14, 1950 and settled in Montreal, close to David’s parents, John Humphries (artist Laureate of Canada) and Irene Humphries (Bonehill) formerly of England. Their marriage was blessed with three children, Bruce Humphries (Susan) in August 1950, Margaret Ray (Donald) in May 1953 and Edward Humphries (Mary) in May of 1955.

Peggy trained as a RNA (Registered Nursing Assistant) at the Catherine Booth Hospital in Montreal and continued to work in nursing after the family moved to North Gower in 1968. Throughout her life Peggy was always involved in church and caring for others through the church. Along with David, they ran a ministry through Holy Cross Church that collected articles of clothing and children’s toys. The items were sorted, cleaned and shipped to Davis Inlet for those in need. Summer holidays were spent camping with many trips down east and a trip to Edmonton to visit relatives.

Once the children “left the nest” Peggy and David became snowbirds and spent time in Florida each winter. Peggy loved celebrating special occasions with the family. Last summer most of the family were able to attend Peggy’s surprise “English Tea Party” to celebrate her 90th birthday in style. Peggy was a memorable lady and has left an huge empty spot in our hearts and lives. She will be forever remembered by her three children and her grandchildren Christopher, Tom (Christina), Diana and Bob (Katherine). Although they were living some distance away, Peggy adored her great grandchildren Alison, Laura, Isla, Ailis and Charles. Peggy was close to many of the staff at her home in the John Parrot Centre and the family thanks them for their patience and loving care for Mom. Special blessings for Deacon Dave Smith of Napanee and Deacon John Morrison of Bath for their spiritual support for Mom and the family. We hope that friends can join us for a Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 505 Clothier Street West, Kemptville, on Saturday, August 26, 2017 at 11:00 am. The service will be followed by a celebration of “a life well lived” with Peggy’s family and friends over a luncheon in the church hall. Donations in memory of Peggy are welcome to the Kemptville Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice. We encourage you to dress in “happy colours” for this occasion.

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

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Alan

Alan Robert Elliott passed away quietly at home on August 9, 2017, at the age of 68 years. He was predeceased by his parents Jack and Lola Elliott, and his brother Duane. He leaves to mourn his passing, his brother Murray (Linda) Elliott and his sister Donna (Ron) Serres, nephews, Ian and Graham, Michael and Patrick (Heather), and niece Lora. He also leaves a great-nephew Riley and great niece, Charley-Joe. A Celebration of Alan’s Life will be held at Salamanders, 28 Clothier Street E, Kemptville on Friday August 18, 2017 from 4-6 pm. Donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

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

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Dalton Doris Dalton

Doris passed away peacefully in hospital, Smiths Falls on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at the age of 84.

Beloved wife for over 61 years and best friend of Charlie Dalton.

Much loved mother of Catherine (Paul) Dalton-Harding, Yvonne (Fred) Bannon and Stephen (Carmelle) Dalton. Sadly missed by her grandchildren Caitlin Bannon, Haley Bannon, Caleb (Patsy) Bannon, John (Dominique) Harding, William (Kathleen) Harding, James Dalton and two great-grandchildren Colin Harding and Ella Bannon. Dear sister of the late Donald “Bud” Powers and fondly remembered by her sister-in-law Shirley Powers. Doris was born on October 10, 1932 in Perth, Ontario; a daughter to the late Herb and Edna Powers. As a young person Doris enjoyed competitive swimming as well as rowing down the Tay River. She loved to sing and would often be asked by families to perform for weddings and funerals at St. John’s Church in Perth. Following graduation, her first career was as a RNA in Ottawa, Smiths Falls and Perth. She left her career to be at home to raise her three children with Charlie. Doris loved to cook, share great stories, but most of all, she enjoyed just spending time with all of her family. Doris was also a longtime proud member of the Catholic Women’s League and will be missed by many parishioners as well as many friends and neighbours. Family and friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Sunday, August 13, 2017 from 12 noon until 2:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Francis de Sales Church, Smiths Falls on Monday, August 14, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be held privately for the family at Wolford Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Francis de Sales Church Building Fund or the Canadian Cancer Society.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Evelyn Lois Estella (nee Rennick)

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Anna (nee De Jager)

Doris Beatrice Cheesman (Nee Sullivan)

February 25, 1915 - August 3, 2017 The family of Doris sadly announce the passing of their mother, a long life well lived.

Wife of the late Trayton S W Cheesman, parents to Trayton (Sharron), Rand (Bev), Clifford Roy (Sandra), Susan (John), Lance (AnneMette), and grandmother to 9 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

The family would like to express their thanks to the staff at Hilltop Manor for their kindness, compassion, professionalism and lots of hugs and kisses in Doris’ last years.

A private celebration of life will be held.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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LAHAIE, CHERYL

Peacefully in the comfort of her own home and surrounded by loved ones, Cheryl Mae Lahaie of Arnprior passed away on Saturday afternoon, August 5th, 2017. She was 55. Forever loved and remembered by her daughters Sara and Jenna. Dear sister of Carolyn Hendry (late Robert), Linda Fong (Robert), Larry Oliver (late Colette) and Douglas Oliver (Brenda). Cherished “Grandma” of Lily Mae and Milo McRae. Private arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. In memory of Cheryl, you may wish to consider a donation to the Arnprior Humane Society.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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Margery Louise (née Tryon) Hayes

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October 11, 1930 ~ August 13, 2017 “You will never forget someone who gave you so much to remember.”

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mum and grandma, with her loving family by her side, on Sunday, August 13, 2017. Louise was the devoted mother of Mike (Lorraine) Hayes, Marg (John) Campbell, Anne (John) Muldoon and Dan (Christina) Hayes. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Bill (1978), her son-in-law Greg Taylor and her beautiful grandson Connor. She was the very proud and adored grandma of Lliam (Megan), Luke (Meredith), Michelle, Siobhan, Clare, Sam, Will, Brendan, Simon, Darragh, and Maria and great granny of Alera and Avery.

She was the devoted daughter of the late Frank and Stella Tryon of Sharbot Lake, daughter-in-law of the late Edward and Margaret Daisy Hayes of Tichborne and sister of the late Gordon Tryon, Dencie Conboy, Mary Gee, Madeline Kennedy McNaughton and Genevieve Konecny.

Louise will be dearly missed by many friends, CWL colleagues and extended family. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 from 3 to 7 p.m. Following the visitation, there will be a gathering in the Blair & Son Reception Centre, where all are welcome to attend. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Francis de Sales Church, Smiths Falls on Thursday, August 17, 2017 at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at St. James Major Cemetery, Oconto. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, the St. Francis de Sales Building Fund, or to the Alzheimer Society of Lanark County. “…and I shall sleep in peace until you come to me.”

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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LaRose, John “Gary” Passed away surrounded by his family and friends in the Almonte Country Haven on August 12, 2017.

Gary of Carp, at the age of 74.

Beloved husband to Dale for over 44 years.

Will never be forgotten by his daughter Crystal (Thad Newman) and proud grandpa of John. Predeceased by his parents Emile and Annie. Survived by his two brothers Fred and Bob. Survived by his children from a previous marriage Eric, Joanne, Earl and Pat. Thanks “Moon” (Gerry Sample) for being such a good friend.

Family and Friends May Visit C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. (127 Church St., Almonte, ON., 613-256-3313) On Tuesday, August 15, 2017 from 2-4pm & 6-8pm. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at 11am in the Holy Name of Mary Parish (134 Bridge St., Almonte, ON.) Reception in the Almonte Civitan Hall will follow Mass. Private interment of cremated remains at a later date. Donations in memory of Gary may be made to the Almonte Country Haven. A special thanks to ALL the staff at Almonte Country Haven for their unbelievably dedicated care and support.

Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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Cheesman

(August 13, 1931 – August 14, 2017) It is with great sadness we announce the passing of an adored woman. Lois was the loving daughter of the late Stan and Violet Rennick. Beloved wife of the late John W. Cameron (Jack). Loving mother of Lee (Cathy), Dwayne(Normalyn McLellan) and Beverley( Gaston Courchesne). A loving grandmother to Scott (Sarah) and Stacey (Josh Carr). She was also the loving greatgrandmother of Benjamin Cameron, Anna Cameron and Mitchell Carr. Lois was a dear sister to Vivian Jackson (Warren), and the late Robert(Bob) Rennick. Lois will be greatly missed by a number of nieces and nephews. She will be missed by all.

Lois will rest at the Byers Funeral Home, 2990 Church Street, South Mountain (613989-3836) on Wednesday August 16, 2017 from 7 to 9pm and 10 am until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel on August 17, 2017 at 11 a.m. Interment South Gower Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.com

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Anna was born in Dantumadeel, The Netherlands on October 27th, 1925. She passed away peacefully at the Lanark Lodge in Perth on Tuesday, August 8th, 2017.

Beloved wife of the late Hendrik ‘Henk’ Berkloo. Dearly loved mother of Annemarie and Chris Dragt with their family, Mieke and John Stacey with Madigan, Amelia and Daniel; Jeffrey Dragt and Benjamin Dragt; Linda Berkloo with her family, Sasha Richards and Jeffery Tomkins with Phineas and Rowan; Wilma and Michael Wattie with their family, Jared and Paige Wattie with Ella and Oscar; Mikaela Wattie and Travis Sonnenburg with Nora, Ezra Wattie, and Magdalyn Wattie and Remi Perron; Teresa and Kenneth Pomykala with their family, Taylor Pomykala and Melissa Bach, Kaitlyn Pomykala and Chris Pasma, and Logan Pomykala; and Paul Berkloo. The family would like to extend their thanks to the staff of the Lanark Lodge. A Celebration of Hendrik and Anna’s lives was held on Saturday August 12, 2017 in Almonte.

Condolences/Tributes/Donations Hulse, Playfair & McGarry www.hpmcgarry.ca 613-728-1761

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Massey Nancy Kathleen Massey (nee Drummond)

September 12, 1944 ~ August 4, 2017 Passed away peacefully at the Smiths Falls Hospital on August 4, 2017 at the age of 72. Nancy is predeceased by her parents Edgar and Muriel Drummond, her brother Kenneth (Theresa) and her sister Shirley (Harold) Widenmaier. She is survived by her siblings Norma (Peter) Rotzal, Ronald (Carol) Drummond, Harvey (Marie) Drummond, Susan Drummond (Stan Wark), Elaine (Kory) Neil and Donald (Debbie) Drummond.

Nancy is also survived by her many nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Friday, August 11, 2017 from 11 a.m. until the time of the service in the Chapel at 1 p.m. Private interment will take place at United Cemeteries, Carleton Place.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Lanark County Alzheimer Society.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Czaharynski Veryl A. Czaharynski

Thom, William A. “Bill” 1949-2017

Peacefully, at the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital on Monday August 7, 2017 with his family and friends by his side in his 69th year.

Beloved husband of Audrey McDonald of Perth. Loving father to Jennifer (Mike), Jeffrey, and Rebecca (David) and step-father to Sherry Morrow (Alvin), Debbie McParland (Reg), and Neal McParland. Cherished grandfather to Malachy. Dear brother to Elizabeth Vernier (Peter) and uncle to Kerry, Christa, Brian and their families. Predeceased by his parents John Ross Thom and Frances Violet Thom (nee Andrews).

Friends visited the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, ON on Thursday August 10, 2017 from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. and on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service in the Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Interment followed at United Cemeteries, Carleton Place, ON. Bill retired from the DND after 30 years of service and will be fondly remembered for his unconditional love, valued wisdom and great sense of humour.

In memory of Bill donations may be made to the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation or Prostate Cancer Canada. www.barkerfh.com

Veryl passed away peacefully in hospital, Smiths Falls on Friday, August 11, 2017 at the age of 89. Beloved wife of the late Michael Czaharynski.

Much loved mother of Kathleen (Brian) Cullen of Montague and Sean (Jasna) Czaharynski of Kanata. Sadly missed by her grandchildren Meaghan Cullen, Michael, Ilija and Liam Czaharynski.

Sister of the late William Porter. Fondly remembered by her sister-in-law Muriel Porter, nephew Clare Porter and her niece Kerry-Ann Porter. Veryl excelled in school and skipped two grades to start high school at the age of 12. She started her first job at age 19 with the town of Smiths Falls and spent her entire career in municipal government serving the residents of Montague Township. As a civic and community minded leader, Veryl joined several boards including the Smiths Falls Police Services Board and the Board of Directors of Interval House. She was a longtime leader in Girl Guides mentoring girls through the levels of Guides. She enjoyed knitting, in particular bonnets and booties for preemies. Veryl was an avid ball fan cheering on the Toronto Blue Jays and secondly the Detroit Tigers. Most of all she enjoyed time with all her family at the house or family cottage. Family and friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 112 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls on Monday, August 14, 2017 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until service in the chapel at 11:00 a.m. Interment, St. Francis de Sales Cemetery. In memory of Veryl, contributions to Interval House or the University of Ottawa Heart Institute would be appreciated.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Cliffen Olive May (nee Hutchins) Cliffen

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at the Almonte General Hospital on Thursday, August 10, 2017 in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late William Cliffen. Loving and devoted mother of Olive Millett, Paul (Beverley), Michael (Karen), Daniel, Susan (Brock) Fournier as well as her 14 grandchildren: Julie (Dwayne) Kennedy, Natalie (Mike) Dalton, Jennifer (Steve) Ghadiali, Trish (Corey) Markell, Stephen (Erika Ruiz), Jonathan (Cindy), Elizabeth (Josh) Gallant, Brian, Jason, Lauren, Caroline (Joel) Niblock, Laura (Joel) Nadeau, Maria, Robert and 10 great-grandchildren: Dylan, Robert, Sarah, Richard Cliffen, Maya, Jack, Dylan, Hudson, Noah Cliffen and Tyler. Olive will be sadly missed by her surviving brother John Hutchins of England. She is also predeceased by her brother Arthur Hutchins and sister Phyllis Nancarrow, both of England. Olive will be fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews and extended family. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair& Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 from 1 p.m. until the time of the service in the Chapel at 3 o’clock.

In memory of Olive, you may choose to make a memorial donation to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, the Canadian Cancer Society, or simply perform an act of kindness for someone.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Joan (Whammy) Joan passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on August 11, 2017 in her 91st year. Beloved mother of Marsha McKenna and Jackie (Dennis) Staples. Cherished grandmother of Breah McKenna (Mike Simmons), Jacob McKenna, Tracy Staples (Jeff Ackerman) and Dennis (Allison) Staples. She will be missed by her great grandchildren Sophia Simmons and Colton, Clark, and Cain Staples. Special thanks to her devoted friends. Abiding by Joan’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral.

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Joan passed away peacefully in her home in Perth, Ontario with her loving sister by her side on Sunday, August 13th, 2017 at the age of 65 years. She was the daughter of the late Irene (Walker) and Orison Inglis. Joan will be sadly missed by her twin sister Diane (Ian) Smythe of Smithers, B.C. and brother David Inglis of Pointe Claire, Quebec. She will be fondly remembered by nephew Jason and niece Erica Smythe and her aunt Doreen (late Sydney) Inglis of Burlington, Vermont. Joan was a former high school teacher for many years in Pointe Claire.

The service and interment will be held privately in Knowlton, Quebec. Those wishing are asked to consider a memorial donation to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation, Perth, Ontario or the Lakeshore General Hospital, Pointe Claire, Quebec. Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth, Ontario Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Smith, Mary Unexpectedly at home, on Monday August 14, 2017, at the age of 80. Predeceased by her son Bruce and her husband Charles.

Loving mother of Deirdre, Stuart, Maureen and Rhona. Grandmother of 7 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. A memorial service will take place at Carleton Place Baptist Church, 299 Bridge Street, Carleton Place, on Saturday August 19, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at St. James Anglican Cemetery. For those who wish, a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com

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Peacefully at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute in the early morning hours of Thursday, August 10th, 2017; Raymond Peter Holland of Pakenham passed away following a brief illness. He was 73. Ray is survived by his mother, Vera Barnes of England. Beloved husband and partner of Lorraine Potter. Loved father of Tracey, Steven and Jason, all of England.

Devoted stepfather of Daniel Potter and Carolyn Menzies (Cliff). Cherished “Poppa Ray” of Charlie and Evelyn. Dear brother of Jacqui Venner, Jon Venner (Susanna) and Bob Venner (Pam).

Fondly remembered for his love of birds and wildlife as well as his innate ability to turn his hand to almost anything and do it well. A gathering for family and friends to remember Ray will take place at a later date. For those wishing to remember Ray, please consider a donation to the Ottawa Valley Wild Bird Care Centre, P.O. Box 11159, Nepean, ON K2H 7T9. Entrusted to the care and direction of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

Aitken, Jean Elizabeth “Beth” Surrounded by family on Sunday, August 13, 2017 in her 99th year, at Fairview Manor.

Predeceased by her parents Charles Cavers and Pearl Craig and her husband Stewart Aitken. Dear mother of Gary Aitken (Deborah) and Carolyn McKittrick (Jim). Loving grandmother of Sharon, Robert, Kyle and Marty.

Proud great grandmother of twelve, greatgreat grandmother of six and one expected great-great grandchild.

Friends may visit the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service in the chapel at 1:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Carleton Place Hospital would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com

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WEIR Gordon Allan (Sergeant Ottawa Police) Peacefully on Saturday, August 12, 2017 in Almonte, ON. Gordon of Bowland Road, at the age of 73.

Cherished by his wife Marjorie (nee Paterson) for 48 years. Loving father of Treena (Bill Lowry) and Trent Weir (Amy Graat). Proud “Grandpa” to Kate, William, Thomas, Anna and Clara. Brother of Anne (Ervin Sweeney), John and Doug d. 2016 (Chris). Brother-in-law to Mary Connolly.

Predeceased by his parents Cecil and Phylvia also brother-in-law Delmer Paterson (Dorothy) and Lloyd Connolly. Fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, family, friends and colleagues.

Family and Friends May Visit C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL Inc. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON 613-256-3313 On Wednesday, August 16, 2017 from 2-4pm & 6-8pm. Funeral Service will be held at St. George’s Anglican Church in Clayton, ON., on Thursday, August 17, 2017 at 11am. Interment at St. George’s Cemetery on Bowland Rd., and reception to follow at 270 Bowland Rd. Donations in memory of Gordon may be made to the Nurses Fund Fairview Manor.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to all of the caring and patient staff of Maple Grove in Fairview Manor (Almonte).

Condolences & tributes: www.crgamble.com

Doucett, Diana Graduate of Algonquin College Graduate of Carleton University Bachelor of Arts, Political Science Corp of Commissionaires Ottawa-Controller Peacefully, after a courageous battle with cancer on Monday, August 14, 2017 at the age of 53.

Beloved wife of Brian Doucett. Loving daughter of Pauline Stefaniuk. Predeceased by her father Henry Stefaniuk. Dear sister of David Stefaniuk and his wife Gayle Hearty.

Friends may visit the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place on Monday, August 21, 2017 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. for a visitation only.

For those who wish, donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com

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Wilson Keith Wilson

Keith passed away peacefully in hospital, Perth on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at the age of 73. Beloved husband for over 54 years of Marie (Webster) Wilson.

Much loved father of Lisa Kirby (Steve Stanzel). Sadly missed by his grandchildren Brad Kirby (April), Jodie Kirby and great-grandchildren Anthony, Austin and Aliyah. Dear brother of Jane (the late Malcolm) Long, Jill (Stephen) Lewis, Joyce Paul, the late Vicki Gordon, Mary Lynne Wilson, Wendy (Mike) Proctor and brother-in-law of Paul Gordon (Janet), Neil Webster and Karl Webster. Keith will be sadly missed by nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. A very special thank you to Dr. Peter Cunniffe for his care and support above and beyond for Keith and our entire family. Family and friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. A gathering to share memories and celebrate Keith’s life will take place at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #95, Smiths Falls on Thursday, August 17, 2017 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Interment will take place at Hillcrest Cemetery at a later date. For those who wish, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Peacefully in Merrickville with her family by her side on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at the age of 94. Beloved wife of the late Clarence Elmer Thompson. Loving aunt to Harriet and Arthur Wilson. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sisters Wilma Watt, Norma McConnell and Jessie Wilson. Friends are invited to join the family for a graveside service at Wolford Cemetery on Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 2:00pm. Charitable donations would be appreciated to the Wolford Cemetery. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home. Online condolences are available at www.lannin.ca.

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MacDonald Earle MacDonald

Earle passed away suddenly at home on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at the age of 88.

Beloved husband of over 62 years of Betty MacDonald. Much loved father of the late Rick MacDonald, Lynn (Gary) Kirbyson, Barb (Ric) O’Dell, James MacDonald (Susan), and Russ (Janet) MacDonald. Sadly missed by his grandchildren Tara (Jeremy), Andrew, Allison (Tyler), Shawn (Sandra), David (Val), Tayler, Morgan (Serena), Graeme (Olivia), Adrian (Cait), Hailey, Katie and great-grandchildren Daryn, and Skye.

Fondly remembered by his daughterin-law Linda (David) VanNorman. Also survived by his step-grandchildren Natalie and Christopher and their families. Predeceased by his parents James and Hazel MacDonald and his sister Jean Velcoff. Also missed by his nieces, extended family and many good friends.

Earle enjoyed more than anything great family gatherings and a barbecue. To honour his life, family and friends are welcome to gather at Earle and Betty’s home at 760 Kitley Line 2, Jasper on Sunday, September 3rd, Labour Day weekend for a barbecue and sharing of memories after 3:00 p.m. For those who wish memorial contributions may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Children’s Wish Foundation.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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POULOS, Peter - in loving memory of Peter who passed away one year ago on August 11th, 2016.

It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone.

A part of us went with you, The day God took you home.

If tears could build a stairway, And heartaches make a lane, We’d walk our way to heaven, And bring you back again.

In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still, In our hearts you hold a place No one could ever fill.

Deeply loved and missed by Voula, Rina, Mary and Dean

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Warwick, Brian July 2, 1952- August 18, 2013 You are near Even if we do not see you You are with us Even if you are far away You are in our hearts In our thoughts In our lives each and every day Missing you dearly Love Always, Heather and Miley Glen, Pam and Chayce Brad, Crystal, Kori, Trai and Will

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Louanne Donahue Pepper - August 22, 2011.

In memory of a loving wife and mother.

We are sending a butterfly to Heaven, With a parcel on it’s wings, Be careful when you open it, It’s full of awesome things.

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

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

Sadly missed, Ace, Sarah and Ace James

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IN MEMORIAM

ACRES, Eileen April 16, 1936 - August 21, 2016 Loving mother, mother-in-law, grandma and great grandma.

A wonderful mother laid to rest For each of us she did her best, Mom gave us life, she gave us love, Now she watches from above.

There’s magic in our mother’s touch, and sunshine on her smile, There’s love in everything she did.

To make our lives worthwhile.

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

To those who have a mother, Treasure her with care.

You never know the heartache, Until she’s no longer there.

Love Always, Darlene (Norman) Diane (Stanley) Carl (Christine) and grandchildren

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COADY, James On what would have been your 100th birthday on August 3, 2017 remembering and missing you always.

Dearest Dad to hear your voice and see your smile and just to sit and talk to you would be my dearest wish today on this day, your birthday.

Loving you forever Donnie, Greg, Julie, Shyanna Xoxo

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Scott John Millar December 17, 1969 – August 16, 2006 For the past 11 years, I think of you every day.

My thoughts of you may make me laugh, Just thinking about the crazy things you said or have done.

They may make me tear up and cry because, My heart still aches… I miss you!

I talk about you with family and friends and they all miss you very much.

Life continues on whether you want it to or not.

There is always change but because the heart never forgets, my love for you will never end or fade.

This is who Scott was and this is his legacy…

What will matter is every act of integrity, compassion, love, courage, or sacrifice that enriched, empowered or encouraged others to emulate your example.

You are the best Scott Millar.

With tearful sobs, Wyatt says he doesn’t remember his dad.

He doesn’t remember his voice.

“I don’t remember dad doing things with me…”

It breaks my heart.

Wyatt only remembers things I tell him about his dad…my memories.

I am so sorry Wyatt.

As a Mom, I’m here to protect you.

I’m sorry you hurt.

Scott will always be your dad and I will always keep his memories alive.

We miss you!

We love you always.

Love Sharon and Wyatt xxxooo xxxooo

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IN MEMORIAM SHEPHERD, Arnold – In loving memory of a dear husband, father and poppa who passed away August 20, 2008.

Remembering you is easy, We do it every day, And missing you is something That will never go away.

Loved and never forgotten, Marlene, Kimberley, Krista, Rich and granddaughter Madison

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Steve “Bully” Bullock August, 22, 2012

Dad… You passed away 5 years ago today The sadness will never go away BELL, Carl – In loving memory of a dear Although I Loved you Dearly husband, father, grandfather, great- It couldn’t let you stay grandfather, brother-in-law and uncle, who I wish you were still here, but hard working hands went to rest passed away 15 years ago, August 22 2002. Your Just so god could prove Those we love are never really lost to us, He only takes the Best We feel them in so many special ways, Love you always Through friends they always cared about, Rory And dreams they left behind,

In beauty that they added to our days...

In words of wisdom we still carry with us And memories that never will be gone...

Those we love are never really lost to us, For everywhere their special love lives.

Always remembered by your family

Bully, You left me beautiful memories Your love is still my guide, And though I cannot see you, You’re always at my side Love Kerri

SONNENBURG, Ed April 6, 1948 - August 19, 2014 Two years have passed since we lost a loving husband, Dad and Grandpa.

God saw you getting tired, And a cure was not to be, So He put His arms around you, And He whispered “Come to Me”.

With tearful eyes we watched you, We watched you fade away, Although we loved you dearly, We could not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating, Hard-working hands at rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us, He chose to take the best.

It’s lonesome here without you, We miss you more each day, Life doesn’t seem the same, Since you have gone away.

Love Ev, Carrie, Laura and family

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In loving memory of Carol Close July 6, 1948 – August 21, 2016 One year has passed since that sad day, When one we loved was called away, God took you home it was His will, But in our hearts she liveth still.

Steve, Jeff, Judy and grandkids

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McMULLEN, Loretta August 13, 1999 God saw you were getting tired, And a cure was not to be.

So he put his arms around you, And whispered “Come to Me”.

With tearful eyes we watched you, And saw you pass away.

Although we loved you dearly, We could not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating, Hard working hands at rest.

God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.

Always remembered Elmer and girls

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MORRIS – In loving memory of our dear dad, grandfather and great-grandfather, Cyril, who passed away August 16, 2007.

Ten years have passed dear dad, RICK WALKER – In loving memory of a dear Since you went away, son, brother, uncle and friend who passed You’re gone but not away August 20, 2008. forgotten, HALE, Elizabeth Ann (Betty) – In loving memory Missing you every day.

You’re in our hearts of a dear wife, mom and nanny who passed away SOLOWJEW, Michael – In loving memory of a each day.

August 21, 2014. dear Husband.

Always Loved It broke our hearts to lose you, Within our hearts we always keep Never Forgotten Dearly loved and missed But you did not go alone.

A special place for you, Mom, Your Family.

A part of us went with you, And try to do our best Cheryl and Ken, The day God took you home.

As you would want us to.

Justin, Alana and Matt new size1x44 In life we loved you dearly, As we loved you so we miss you xoxo In death we love you still.

In our memory you are near, In our hearts you hold a place, Loved, remembered, longer for always On one could ever fill.

With the passing of each year.

So many things have happened Remembered and loved always, Since you were called away, Ron, Lori, Brad, Joan, Audra, Tom So many things to share with you Erica, Jessi, Becky and Ethan had you been left to stay. xoxo Every day in some small way Memories of you come our way, Though absent, you are ever near.

Still missed, loved and always dear.

All our love, Solowjew family

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Nails & Screws.

Storage Sheds. Come see us for a price. Levi Weber, 2126 Stone Rd., RR#2 Renfrew

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SIMPSON – In loving memory of Joyce Simpson May 21, 1924 – August 21, 2016 You left us beautiful memories, Your love is still our guide, Although we cannot see you, You’re always at our side.

Love & miss you Gloria, Sharon Brad, Erin Austin & Camden

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MARINE Boat For Sale, 34 foot Sailboat.

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80 Feenstra Rd. RR#4 Athens

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613-284-6530, 613-283-7698 2 bedroom Smiths Falls, well maintained adult building.

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Appliances, available. $770 plus hydro.

Recently renovated. 613-812-2400 after 6 p.m.

1 Room for rent, 42 Church St West, Smiths Falls, full-time working Almonte Room. room with quiet person, all inclusive, private bathroom, $595. $120/wk. 613-812-2400. Available immediately, Insured and includes basic internet, cable, utilities, laundry Bonded facilities. Carleton Place Free Estimates avail2 bedroom - Carleton room (613)283-8475 able September Place $785 Well maintained, clean, 1. $530 includes laundry apartment building, facilities, utilities, basic LIVESTOCK quiet cable, shared kitchen, secure entrance bathroom.

Stove, fridge, parking livingroom, Appleton inside & outside Wanted to buy, horses, included, hydro extra storage.

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Balderson, Large 2 bedroom, ground floor apartment, heat, water & hydro included, non smoking,non smoking, pets welcome. large yard. Available September 1.

Heat $ 1 1 6 5 / m n t h .

Gerry 613-278-0088.

BURRITTS RAPIDS, Studio Apartment. Open concept, new renovation, waterfront. $595/month, heat & hydro incl. Call Carolyn 613-747-9250.

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Call 613-863-6487 or 613-720-9860

Perth, 2 bedroom apartment, fridge & stove included, $830 + utilities.

First & LMR required.

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Carleton Place Victorian House Upstairs, 1 bedroom apt, cozy, clean bright, wood floors, nicely decorated, fully equipped kitchenette. Suitable for single person. No pets, private entrance, parking, references, first/last. $800./inclusive.

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Smiths Falls, 1 bedroom, $725 utilities included. offstreet parking. newly renovated, available immediately. 613-283-2266.

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Semi-retired, all home renovations, interior & exterior, years of experience.

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Handyman needed to maintain lawn (cutting grass, raking leaves, etc.) at a cottage in the Christie Lake area. Outside of Perth. During remainder of August into early fall months. Some other general maintenance duties.

Please call 613-267-8311

Travel Consultant for area agency. Part time with the possibility of full time.

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Perth Home Hardware Building Centre currently has the following job opportunity.

INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANT

As a member of the Home Hardware team, you will provide courteous and efficient service to customers advising on appropriate merchandise and related items; processing transactions and quotes for Sales in Flooring, Appliances, Kitchen and Bath Design using retail sales software, 20/20 Kitchen Design software, cycle counting; general merchandising, restocking and staying current with trends in the industry.

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• High school graduation or equivalent.

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• Good mathematical skills • Prior retail experience in Kitchen and Bath Design using 20/20 software.

We offer competitive salary and great working conditions. If you are interested in becoming a part of our Home Team, please visit our store located at 115 Drummond St. W. Perth Ontario to submit your application accompanied by your resume to the attention of Erin Shelly. Email: jobs@perthhhbc.com Closing date for all applicants is Monday August 28th, 2017

For over Aerospace, Haley has beenhas producing For 60 overyears 60 Magellan years, Magellan Aerospace, Haley been magnesium aluminumand castings for the aerospace producingand magnesium aluminum castings for the industry. aerospace industry.

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Costello & Company supplies and installs Burial Vaults and Monuments throughout Eastern Ontario. We are currently welcoming applications in the following areas:

CUSTOMER SERVICE/ DELIVERY DRIVER (Full Time & Part Time) We have an immediate requirement for skilled individual’s to round out our Customer Service/ Delivery team in both full time and part time capacities.

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PRODUCTION TEAM MEMBER We have an opportunity for a talented individual to participate in the daily operation of our concrete production facility. This person will be responsible for the operation of production equipment, casting and finishing product to specification, warehousing and preparation of burial vaults for delivery. Experience with precast concrete production and Fork Lift operation an asset.

GENERAL LABOUR/ SHOP HAND We are looking for a motivated, hard working individual to help out in the plant and out on the road. If you like a variety of tasks and are comfortable changing your daily routine to suit job requirements, then we may have what you are looking for.

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Resumes will be accepted by mail, e-mail, fax or hand delivery to: Costello & Company 4323 County Road 43 W. Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 4S4 costelloandcompany@cogeco.net Fax 613 284 1206 We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Experience the excitement of the aerospace industry in a rural setting!

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Full time position available for maintenance/service of diesel vehicles, in well established local company.

Monday-Friday no weekends, days only. Fax Resume 613-342-7958, call 613-342-4848/613-345-47 JOY’S HOME daycare has 30. two spots available before and after school. Call 613-808-3267 SMALL ENGINE Mechanic : Our busy small engine division is looking for a HELP WANTED Small Engine Mechanic with experience in trouBusy Handyman Service bleshooting and repairing looking for Snow-plow Op- Stihl Chainsaws, Zero Turn erators and shovelers. Part- Lawnmower time or could lead to full- Drive systems, Portable time. Call 613-267-5460. and Standby Generators and should be an MST on Briggs & Stratton , KawaEarn some extra money saki and Kohler engines. mowing grass, Maberly The ideal candidate should area residents. Call have at least 2 years shop 613-268-2156 experience and their small engine licence. A valid Fork Lift Licence would Farmhand wanted, some also be an asset. The apbrush cleaning. Call plicant must have a clean drivers licence abstract.

613-449-8010 Hourly wage ranges from $15.00 to $22.00 an hour First Choice Haircutters depending on training and requires immediately full- experience. Please email to : time/part-time stylists for resumes our busy salon in Carleton Lbeach8550@gmail.com Place. Guaranteed hourly or apply in person at our wage plus profit sharing, service counter. with no clientele needed.

Please call, Jenn 613-253-8841.

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Qualifications: Qualifications: Candidates must possess a • Candidates must possess certification for Industrial Mechanic / College/University degree and have 2 years relevant Millwright Seal) experience(Red in Production Planning and Scheduling.

• A minimum of 3 years related experience Preference will be given to applicants having APICS • Apply safe work practices certification, previous experience in MRP systems and • Possess strong troubleshooting skills production planning activities, and working knowledge of • Mechanical aptitude, and knowledge of mechanical electrical manufacturing control systems. systems

Skills: Excellent written and verbal skills. Proficient in the

use of MRP software as well as MS Excel, Word, and Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, welding PowerPoint. and experience with Preventative Maintenance programs will be considered assets

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

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

Master Scheduler

Reporting to the Production Planning Manager, the Master Scheduler is responsible for creating and maintaining detailed manufacturing schedules using CINCOM software in order to meet delivery objectives while respecting quality, inventory, and cost objectives.

Qualifications: Candidates must possess a College/University degree and have 2 years relevant experience in Production Planning and Scheduling.

Preference will be given to applicants having APICS certification, previous experience in MRP systems and production planning activities, and working knowledge of manufacturing control systems.

Medical, Dental and Short Term Disability.

Skills: Excellent written and verbal skills. Proficient in the use of MRP software as well as MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

interview will be contacted.

We thank all applicants, but only those invited to an interview will be contacted.

Haley provides an excellent work environment with a competitive wage and a comprehensive benefits package.

Please forward resume to: No telephone inquiries please

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Haley provides an excellent work environment with a competitive wage and a comprehensive benefitsincluding: package. Major We offer a competitive salary and benefits package We thank all applicants, but only those invited to an No telephone inquiries please Magellan Aerospace, Haley 634 Magnesium Road Please forward resume to: Haley, Ontario Canada K0J 1Y0 Fax: (613-432-0743) Magellan Aerospace, Haley Email:Human jobs.haley@magellan.aero Resources

634 Magnesium Road Haley, Ontario Canada K0J 1Y0 Fax: (613-432-0743) Email: jobs.haley@magellan.aero

No telephone inquiries please

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Please forward resume to: Magellan Aerospace, Haley 634 Magnesium Road Haley, Ontario Canada K0J 1Y0 Fax: (613-432-0743) Email: jobs.haley@magellan.aero

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Our continued growth has created new opportunities in our Brockville and Prescott facilities.

We are locally owned and operated, offer a history of a stable work environment with regular working hours, flexible vacation schedules and opportunities for advancement.

TO ADVERTISE! HELP WANTED

FINANCE CLERK

Northern Cables Inc. is currently recruiting for a licensed or registered apprentice Industrial Millwright to support its growing business. Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and the ability to train and coach employees are necessary. Base wage up to $63,400/yr. This position requires flexible working hours and rotating shifts.

NATURE AND SCOPE OF POSITION: The Finance Clerk is responsible for ensuring that the accounts payable/receivable records of the Town of Smiths Falls are accurately maintained in accordance with the Town’s policies, procedures, bylaws and accounting best practices and provide support to the Treasurer.

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• Completion of high school supplemented by post-secondary diploma/degree in accounting or related discipline; i.e. finance, business administration or public administration • Minimum four (4) years’ experience in accounts payable/receivable (preferably in a municipal government environment)

Northern Cables Inc. is currently recruiting for factory production workers for our Brockville and Prescott facilities with medium/heavy manufacturing experience. Applicants must have general math and English skills. Training provided to suitable candidates. Full time hours, base salary $46700 - $48500 per year.

Anticipated Starting Date: Beginning to Mid October, 2017

Interested candidates are invited to submit resumes to:

Interested candidates must mail or email a cover letter indicating the position applying for and resume to the address identified below no later than, Friday September 1, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. in confidence to: Lynda McKimm, Human Resources Advisor Town of Smiths Falls P.O.Box 695 Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 4T6 E-mail: lmckimm@smithsfalls.ca

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The Town of Smiths Falls requires a

INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Northern Cables Inc. P.O. Box 1564 - 50 California Avenue Brockville, Ontario - K6V 6E6 Fax (613) 345-3147 Email: humanresources@northerncables.com Website: www.northerncables.com

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Quality Engineer TEMPORARY FOR UP TO 12 MONTHS (Maternity Leave)

St. Lawrence Lodge, a 224 bed Municipal Home, believes in the value of Respect, Quality Service, Person Centered Care and Compassion that guides our commitment and dedication to serve those persons no longer able to continue to live independently in their community. We are recruiting for the following position:

ACTIVATIONIST: Permanent Part -Time Position Summary Promotes residents’ quality of life and optional physical, social and emotional health by developing and implementing individual and group activities, programs and services.

Qualifications • BSc. in Recreation or Kinesiology or; • Diploma in Recreation & Leisure Studies with courses in Therapeutic Recreation • Knowledge of the aging process with Gerontology courses preferred • Experienced in proper lifting and transfer techniques • Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills • Long-term care experience with Point Click Care & RAI MDS a definite asset.

• Current CPIC – vulnerable sector • Occupational H&S Awareness Training for workers certificate Wage rate is as per the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Must be willing to commit to scheduled shift rotation.

Qualified candidates are invited to forward their resume by August 25th in confidence to: Coordinator – Activation Dept. & Volunteer Services St. Lawrence Lodge 1803 County Road 2 East, Brockville, Ontario K6V 5T1 613-345-6337 (fax) Or by email to: careers@stll.org Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Home will meet requests for disability related accommodation to participate in this recruiting.

Scapa, a leading manufacturer of adhesive tape products is seeking a Quality Engineer for its Renfrew Operations.

This position is responsible for planning, coordinating and directing quality Assurance activities to ensure compliance with our ISO 9001-2015/IATF 16949 quality system. As well as; analyze failures, implement corrective and preventive actions and conduct process audits, internal audits, supplier audits, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications include: • University degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent Science degree • Minimum 5 years experience in Quality Assurance • Industrial manufacturing experience • High knowledge level in PCs and relevant software packages • Great communication and interpersonal skills Additional requirements: Knowledge of S.P.C. techniques, FMEA, DOE, sample submission procedures, customers APQP activity procedures, PPAP requirements, TS 16949 requirements and gauging methodology and metrology.

We offer a competitive Compensation and Benefits package that will be related to experience and Qualifications.

Please submit your resume to: Renfrewhr@scapa.com

No telephone inquiries please-we thank you for your interest but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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THE OPPORTUNITY We are looking for an individual interested in a Costing Clerk position in our Smiths Falls office. The qualified candidate must ensure that the billing information is correct when sent to the customer.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES • Responsibilities include Order Processing, Invoicing and Job Costing • Comparing supplied information, to ensure accuracy • Develop an understanding of what is chargeable • Prepare the invoice for customer • Maintain, update and oversee costing system so it remains current and accurate • Prepare monthly reports • High level of accuracy and attention to detail • Time management and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR • 2 years post-secondary education • Computer literate, proficient in Microsoft Excel • Excellent math skills • Knowledge of the print industry is an asset • No accounting background required • Prior Order Processing experience would be an asset • Fast accurate typing skills OUR AODA COMMITMENT Metroland is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, Metroland will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview.

If interested, email smcrae@metroland.com your resume by August 28, 2017 with the subject line Costing Clerk.

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Community Employment Services THIS EMPLOYMENT ONTARIO SERVICE IS FUNDED BY THE GOVERNMENT OF ONTARIO AND ADMINISTERED BY ALGONQUIN COLLEGE.

613. 267.1381

www.CESPerth.ca

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Wesley Clover Parks is hiring equestrian grooms! We are seeking self-motivated individuals with previous horse experience. If interested please submit resumes to angela.erickson@wesleycloverparks.com

A busy Concrete Construction Company in the Smiths Falls area is seeking reliable Labourers, Form Setters and Floor Finishers.

Perth Planing Mill Supply is a Lumber and Building Materials company that services Perth, Smiths Falls, Carleton Place and surrounding areas.

We are accepting applications for the following position within our company.

Essential Job Requirements: Must be physically fit and be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.

Must be available to work flexible hours and have reliable transportation to work.

Yard Labourer

this individual should have an interest in an outdoor, physically demanding job involving handling materials, assisting in deliveries and interacting with customers. This position would be full time, seasonal.

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Please complete the in-house application at www.ppmsupply.com and drop it and your resume off in person at

Basic Equipment Required: tool belt, hammer, 25’ tape, hard hat, safety glasses and steel toed work boots

Please e-mail or fax resumes to: McNamee Concrete Email: concrete@mcnameeconcrete.com or Fax: (613) 284-1862 No Phone Calls Please.

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Valley Bus Lines Ltd.

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School Bus Drivers Wanted Car/Van Drivers Wanted

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Being a school bus/van driver is a rewarding experience and a great opportunity to supplement your income.

Call us at 613-258-4022 or email: valley@busbusbus.com

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Job Description: Perform a variety of tasks including setting forms for concrete structures and site work according to specifications and drawings.

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7 Abel St., Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4L9 (613) 283-0206 info@healeysglass.ca www.healeysglass.ca

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As the preferred candidate you will have attained post-secondary education in office administration and/or a related field. Successful completion of the Municipal Administration Program and municipal training will be considered an asset.

Excellent communication skills, strong time management and organizational skills are essential, as well as excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Municipal training and/or experience in a municipal environment will be considered an asset.

The wage range is $22.62 to $25.13 (2017 rates) per hour, based on a 35 hour work week.

A comprehensive benefit package is available to all employees.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a covering letter and resume clearly marked “Administrative Assistant – Corporate”, prior to 12:00 p.m. on August 31st, 2017, to: Tay Valley Township Attn: Clerk 217 Harper Road Perth, ON K7H 3C6 or e-mail: clerk@tayvalleytwp.ca Tay Valley Township is an equal opportunity employer, committed to ensuring all candidates are able to participate in the interview process fully and equally. If contacted for employment, please let us know if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process.

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

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

Full time position The successful candidate must have: Pleasant telephone manner.

Organizational skills for fast-paced work place.

Excellent communication skills.

Knowledge of window and door sales is an asset.

Strong computer skills - MS Word, Excel and data bases.

With training and experience, will be completing estimates.

Please submit your resume to: info@healeysglass.ca In person to: Healey’s Glass Ltd., 1 Abel St., Smiths Falls, ON

JOB POSTING ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - PLANNING Tay Valley Township is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant – Planning.

Reporting to the Planner, the Administrative Assistant – Planning will be responsible for providing advice, assistance and guidance to prospective applicants regarding planning and building processes, will undertake file preparation, tracking and initial review at the application intake stage, and will facilitate direct communication between applicants and the Planner and Chief Building Official during the application review and approval stages, among other building and planning related duties. A detailed job description is available on the Township website at www.tayvalleytwp.ca.

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Tay Valley Township is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant – Corporate on contract until noon on December 22nd, 2017. Reporting to the Clerk, the Administrative Assistant – Corporate will be responsible for receiving incoming visitors and telephone calls, providing clerical support to the Clerk, Deputy Clerk and Chief Administrative Officer, the Recreation Working Group and the History Scholarship Selection Committee, researching and drafting reports, by-laws and presentations, maintaining the Township website, assisting with promotional and advertising material, coordinating livestock claims and false alarms and coordinating registration, equipment and supplies for the Township’s recreation programs, among other clerical related duties. A detailed job description is available on the Township website at www.tayvalleytwp.ca.

Inside Sales Customer Service

As the preferred candidate you will have attained post-secondary education in office administration and/or the land use planning field. Successful completion of The Primer on Planning Course will be considered an asset.

Excellent communication skills, strong time management and organizational skills are essential, as well as excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and GIS. Experience in a municipal or planning environment will be considered an asset.

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The wage range is $22.62 to $25.13 (2017 rates) per hour, based on a 35 hour work week. A comprehensive benefit package is available to all employees.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a covering letter and resume clearly marked “Administrative Assistant - Planning”, prior to 12:00 noon, August 24th, 2017, to: Tay Valley Township Attn: Clerk 217 Harper Road Perth, ON K7H 3C6 or e-mail: clerk@tayvalleytwp.ca Tay Valley Township is an equal opportunity employer, committed to ensuring all candidates are able to participate in the interview process fully and equally. If contacted for employment, please let us know if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process.

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT – CORPORATE CONTRACT POSITION

Seeking form setters, labourers, foreman (Minimum G2 license requirement) & concrete equipment operator (DZ License required)

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

Ideal candidates local to; Smiths Falls, Merrickville & Kemptville

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.

Please send all resume’s to: monkmaneric@yahoo.ca

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Auction Sale For Mr. & Mrs. Harold & Jean Coleman

889 Gillies Corners Side Road RR#6 Smiths Falls, ON

Monday August 21, 2017

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

Farm Auction

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N.H. TN 55 4x4 tractor with Allied Loader, Honda 300 ATV 4x4, hay wagons, dump trailer, bush hog, 3- pth equipment, tools, firearms, Rascal scooter, furniture, household items, antiques, collectibles and more!

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

Auctioneer: Jim Beere

613-326-1722

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ROB STREET AUCTION SERVICE LTD. Wednesday Aug. 23, 2017 Viewing 5pm Start Time 6pm Chyropractic Muscle System prints, Neon beer signs, Figural cake pans, Vintage child’s horse & buggy rideon toy, crocks, lanterns, furniture, mig welder, tools, women’s CCM Bike, lawn mower, garden cart, Club Car golf cart (works like new), many box lots.

Small Reserve on Golf Cart Rob Street Auction Services Ltd. Auctioneers: Bev & Rob Street 24 Family Lane, Lombardy Corner of Hwy 15S and Bay Rd (4 miles South of Smiths Falls) 613-284-2000 streetfleamarket@hotmail.com See Website for Full Listing and Pictures www.streetfleamarket.net

for Mr. Sam Douds from Westport, ON take Hwy 42 east to # 45 Trotters Lane on Wed., Aug. 30/17 @ 10 am.

Mr. Douds is downsizing from his home into a cozier new space. His auction sale offers several interesting collections which will put a smile on your face. Good clean furnishings. Bring a lawn chair & participate in the bidding.

Terms; Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa & M/C - Catering

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Auctioneer & Qualified Appraiser JIM HANDS: THE VOICE OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613) 267-6027 www.jimhandsauction.com

ENGINEERING SERVICES TO RECONSTRUCT OTTY LAKE SIDE ROAD The Corporations of Tay Valley Township and the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley are seeking proposals from qualified Engineering Consultants to provide professional services for the reconstruction of Otty Lake Side Road.

Submissions will be received at the Tay Valley Township Municipal Office, at the address indicated below, until 1:00 p.m. local time, on Thursday, August 31st, 2017. Submissions will be opened, in public, at the Municipal Office immediately following closing.

A copy of the RFP can be found on either Township website at www.tayvalleytwp.ca or www.dnetownship.ca.

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The Table Community Food Centre has received funding from the Trillium Foundation’s Ontario 150 Capital Grants program and the federal government’s Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program to make the Centre fully accessible and undertake other improvements to the Perth charity’s facility at 190 Gore St. E. The project involves the demolition of the existing entry way, and replacing the demolished entrance with a larger more accessible entrance including an accessibility lift.

Qualifications and quotes are due on August 30th.

The project will need to be substantially completed by February 2, 2018.

Bid documents may be obtained from architect Geoff Hodgins email: ghodgins.gha@gmail.com, phone (613) 267-2954.

HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGS & ANTIQUES. COLLECTIBLES. POOL TABLE. TOOLS.

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

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Almonte Presbyterian Church Missions Yard & Bake Sale. Saturday August 19, 8 am-1 pm, 111 Church St. All proceeds to missions.

Rain or shine.

August 19 & August 20, 8-3pm, 307 Ferguson Tetlock Road, off Hwy 15 at Numogate. filing cabinet, books, old moped, old motorcycle, assorted housewares.

Garage Sale Continues.

Tons more added, 230 Kings Creek Rd. Prospect Aug 18, 12-7pm, 19 & 20, 8-5pm. Check Kijiji for pictures.

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AUCTION SALE CASE IH 4WD TRACTOR, KUBOTA DIESEL RTV900, 5TH WHEEL EQUIPMENT TRAILER, TOOLS AND MISCELLANEOUS ARTICLES 2014 Finch-Winchester Boundary Rd, RR 3 Chesterville from Morewood travel East 5 km to Finch-Winchester Boundary Rd, turn right and travel South 2 km or from Crysler travel West 5 km, turn left on Finch-Winchester Boundary Rd and travel 2 km. Watch for Auction Signs.

Saturday, August 26 at 9:30 am

Case IH DX 55 4WD diesel tractor w/ LX118 loader, cab, 800 hrs, 18.4 x 24 rears, 12 x 16.5 fronts- immaculate; factory built quick attach pallet forks; Kubota diesel RTV900 Side by Side, power steering, 498 hrs – top condition; Buhler 740 snow blower w/ hyd chute; Legault 18’ tandem 5th wheel trailer w/ rampssells safety checked; 2 good utility trailers; JD L100 17 hp lawn tractor w/ mower; Craftsman YT3000 22 hp lawn tractor w/ 42” cut mower – like new; 3 pth scraper blade; many, many other assorted tools and misc items. See jamesauction.com for more detailed listing and pictures.

Terms – Cash or Cheque with Proper ID Prop: Eric and Anne Thompson Auctioneers James Auction Service Ltd. Stewart James Stewart James Jr. Erin James-Merkley 613-445-3269 613-222-2815 613-277-7128 A Clean Well -Maintained Auction Sale.

Refreshments available.

Owners and Auctioneers not responsible for accidents.

REAL ESTATE AUCTION @ Anglican Church Road, Tay Valley from Perth take Hwy 7 west approx 7 km & turn onto Anglican Church Road (signs) on Tues., Aug. 22/17 @ 6 pm (on site) ~ UNRESERVED Building Lot ~ Auctioning a surveyed 1.1 acre (+/-) building lot unreserved regardless of price. Adjoining land owners, pay attention! Add value to your property & buy up this lot. For others, a well treed lot on a quiet paved road awaiting your house designs. Taxes; $276.00 (+/-) For private viewing, terms & conditions please call our office at 613-267-6027.

Auctioneer & Qualified Appraiser JIM HANDS: THE VOICE OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613) 267-6027 www.jimhandsauction.com

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2 TRACTORS. HORSE DRAWN EQUIP’T. ANTIQUES & ART from the village of Jasper take Cty Rd 16 south to #260 for George & Margaret Peters on Wed., Aug. 23/17 @ 10 am Deutz D5006 diesel tractor. Kubota L2850 diesel tractor w/ Kubota loader & bucket. 3 pth set of forks. Rubber tired hay wagon. Homemade horse sleigh. 2 sets of sloop sleighs. Single axle trailer. Water trough. Craftsman 18 hp ride on mower. Alum. extension ladder. Set of heavy nylon horse harness. 2 new 25” horse collars. Several other good horse collars. Halters & bridles. Husqvarna 455 chainsaw. Power Mac chainsaw. Grandmother clock (1950’s). Banjo clock. Dominion upright piano.

Hall tree. Drop front desk. 2 antique armoires. Antique bread-board end kitchen table w/ 4 drawers (approx 5ft). 3 pce walnut bedroom suite (c1940’s). Hope chest.

Wooden trunk. East Lake dresser. Empire chest of drawers. Antique dressers. Oak washstand. Oak bookcase.

Antique medicine cabinet. Wooden window shutters.

Refurbished hand well pump. Cistern pump. 2 press back chairs. Oak hall chair. 2 barrel back chairs. 2 swivel chairs. Coffee table. Brass candle sticks. Louis Caesar handcrafted model sailboat (3’x3’ +/-). Crocks. Scrub board. Goose decoys & shore birds. Walnut sewing box. Tole & treenware. Oil lamps. Paintings & prints of numerous subjects. China c/saucers. Several serving dishes. Partial toilet sets. Table & stand lamps. Portable sewing machine. Pots & pans. Everyday dishes. Sm. appliances. Books. Qty of glass craft beads. Mossberg mod 702-22 semi auto rifle (new). Moss berg mod 500 Persuader 410g pump shotgun (new). Leather revolver gun holster & many other household items too numerous to mention……..

Farm is sold. Tractors are running. The Deutz D5006 is very popular among vintage lovers. Save a ton of $$ on the Kubota L2850. Many antiques under one roof. Bring a lawnchair.

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Auctioneer & Qualified Appraiser JIM HANDS: THE VOICE OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613) 267-6027 www.jimhandsauction.com

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AUCTION SALE SUN, AUG 20, 2017 @ 10 AM SHARP! PREVIEW @ 9 AM TO BE HELD @ MARSHALLS AUCTION HOUSE SPENCERVILLE, ON This sale features a brand new Lumber Jack 6.5 hp gas wood chipper, compressors, generators, anvil, Mastercraft 10 hp snow blower, battery reel mower, good variety of tools. Smarts Foundry catalogue, 12 gauge & .22 gauge rifles (PAL required). Modern household & furniture etc. Auctioneers Note: Short notice auction. A wide variety of good clean merchandise throughout, expect some surprises! See You There! For a more detailed list w/ photos go to www. lmauctions.ca Auctioneer or Owner not responsible for lost, stolen, Damaged articles, accidents day of sale.

Canteen.

Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, MasterCard.

Photo I.D. As Is. No Buyers Premium All announcements day of sale takes precedence over all printed matter To Book Your Sale Call

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AUCTION SALE Saturday August 19, 2017, 10:00 AM sharp For Valerie and Doug Sheffield to be held at their home located at 24 Woodridge Crt., Braeside - Corner of Woodridge Crt. and Usborne St. The Sheffield’s have sold their home.

Craftsman 22 HP 42 inch ride on lawn mower; Poulan chainsaw; hedge trimmer; leaf blower; table saw; Router and Router table; Delta 10” Power Miter saw; 8” Drill Press; 15” Scroll saw; garden ornaments; wooden bench; electric snow blower; lawn sweeper; 8 pc dining room set – table, 6 chairs, hutch – Hepworth furniture Co., Palliser cream leather chesterfield, love seat and chair; leather recliner; cloth love seat; Wicker rocker and chair; Rattan table and 4 chairs; 5 pc Rattan set – 2 chairs, coffee table, love seat, accent table; Maple curio cabinet; Antique school desk; Leather top desk; Serving cabinet with marble tray; queen size bedding; linens; sheets; 3 – beds in a bag; hall tree; large assortment of knick knacks and figurines; carved wooden ducks; Oval Mirror; Assorted pieces of art; school bell; Sony receiver and 2 paradigm speakers; Coal Oil lamp; Mantle clock – Forestville Clock Company #479/31 Co.; 15 piece Thousand Faces Tea set – circa 1896 – excellent condition; Simpsons Potters 8 place china setting; 4 Royal Doulton figurines – Valerie; Valerie Isobel; Rose; For Someone Special; large selection of Pin Wheel Crystal; Plus many, many items too numerous to mention.

Everything is in excellent condition and must sell. Please plan to attend.

Terms: Cash or Cheque with ID Refreshments Owners: Valerie and Doug Sheffield 613-623-0290 613-617-9805 Auctioneer: John J. O’Neill 613-832-2503 oniellsauctions@gmail.com www.oneillsauctions.ca Owner or Auctioneer not responsible in case of loss or accident day of sale

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GARAGE SALE, Sat. Aug 19 8-2, 162 Meadow Lane.

Girls toys, clothes, bedding, bike, household items, movies and more!

Rain or shine.

GIGANTIC MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE, Saturday Aug. 19th 8AM-2PM, 190 Mountain View Rd. (Off Panmure Rd, Near Blakeney, 7 minutes from Almonte.) Household items, small appliances, dishes, jeweler, record albums, VHS Tapes, hot wheels cars, electronics, antique dining table, hot tub and hot tub cover 80x84.

MOVING/DOWNSIZING SALE Saturday August 19th and Sunday August 20th, 8:30 - 3 or by appointment 613-272-0425. Portland Cove Rd off Hwy 15 to first Rd on right - R35.

Follow signs. Sale inside large coverall. Woodworking and mechanics tools, drywall lift, chainsaws, electric fence equipment, wire fencing, water troughs, household items, many more items. Large sale.

GARAGE SALE, Sat. Aug. 19th, 249 Bracken Ave. (The Pines). Household items, sports, electronics, books, clothes, tools, etc.

GARAGE SALE,397 Christie Lake Rd. Aug. 19th 8-12. Wide variety of items for all ages and interests.

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The Lanark Animal Welfare Society is currently full and can not accept any animals at this time. This situation will likely continue until kitten season starts to ramp down. You can call the shelter and ask to be put on the waiting list for surrender.

If you have found a stray animal, please call your local animal control officer. Phone numbers for most local jurisdictions are on our website.

LAWS does not take in wildlife — please contact Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary at 613-258-9480.

Thank you for your understanding and we apologize for the inconvenience.

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Sat, 9-4, Furniture (dressers, chairs, tables), household items, tires, rims, etc.

1532 Elmgrove Rd (Near Rideau Ferry) Perth VARIOUS HOUSEHOLD items, twin beds, linens, etc, etc. Must see!

8-1PM, August 19th, 24 Tudor Circle, Rain or Shine.

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Many thanks to the staff and customers at Pet Valu in Perth for their awesome fundraising efforts raising $1,526 for LAWS. Pictured are, from left to right, Kimberly Baker holding kitten Coco, Wendy Vincent (LAWS shelter coordinator), Mary Morrell holding Maria, and Angus Edmundson holding Maxi. other cats. He is also playful when he feels like it he gets a bit jealous if any attention is given and very cuddly, always eager for attention from to another dog. Please contact the shelter staff visitors. to learn more about Peanut or to make an appointment to meet him.

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SUN, AUG 27, 2017 @ 10 AM SHARP! PREVIEW @ 9 AM FOR MRS. MARIE BENNETT OF CARDINAL, ON TO BE HELD @ MARSHALLS AUCTION HOUSE SPENCERVILLE, ON This sale features an amazing group of antique furniture, hall & end tables, dressers w/ mirrors, ¾ post beds, cradle, Mercury Flyer steel toy, old tin rocking horse, variety of cast base stain glass pane lamps, many collectibles, Queens own rifles band drum, original artwork, wrought iron pieces, curios, also modern furniture, ladies bike, variety of new tools etc. Auctioneers Note: This sale should not be missed many one of a kind items up for auction. For a more detailed list w/ photos go to www.lmauctions.ca Auctioneer or Owner not responsible for lost, stolen, Damaged articles, accidents day of sale.

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Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, MasterCard.

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LAWS not accepting any more animals at this time

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Two-year-old Zoro is a handsome, shiny black male with a couple of small white patches. He absolutely loves people and enjoys being stroked and cuddled. But he is not a fan of other cats — when he was in the big run with several other cats, he just hid under a bed and growled at the world.

But when he is in a space of his own, he is active, inquisitive and affectionate with everyone who comes to visit.

He would do best in a one-cat family.

Peanut

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Buttons is four years old and is quite a petite little lady under her luxurious fur coat. She is in the same run as Hudson and gets along well with the other cats. She enjoys attention, being groomed and cuddled.

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Hudson

Hudson is a very sweet, laid back two-year-old harlequin tabby. He enjoys snoozing in the sunshine in the run he happily shares with several

Peanut This four-yea- old Chihuahua mix is a bundle of energy who loves to play fetch, which he will do non-stop if you continue to play with him. He doesn't like to be held, but will cuddle up tight to you once he gets to know you. A home with older, mature children would be best. Peanut would also be best suited as the only dog in the house, since

Wish list Friskies Pate canned cat food, paper towels, toilet paper, disposable non-latex gloves (Frank's from Canadian Tire are ideal), postage stamps.

Don't forget our upcoming yard sale just over a week away, on Saturday, Aug. 26 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Thank you for your continued support. Follow us if you like at www.facebook.com/lanarkanimals and/or check out our website at lanarkanimals.com. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the shelter at shelter@ lanarkanimals.com or by calling 613-283-9308.

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The Perth Lioness Club celebrates the Canada 150 theme for their catering events which are available for rent.

Perth Lioness Club thankful for community donations In keeping with Canada’s 150th celebrations, The Perth Lioness Club also celebrated, with a wonderfully entertaining dinner and dance in May. Everyone enjoyed a delicious roast beef dinner with all the trimmings, beautiful 150th cake, and other sweet treats.

They sang and danced to music by Simon Clarke, who played the rocking songs of the ’60s, and ’70s British Invasion era.

The Lioness Club would like to sincerely thank the 81 businesses and personal donations that were generously given to the club for the silent auction. So many people look forward

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The La Machine dragon awakens in front of Ottawa City Hall on FriThe La Machine spider stalks through downtown Ottawa, the historic day, July 28, before the start of his ByWard Market in the background, at the intersection of York and walk towards the National Gallery of Canada.

William streets, spraying spectators with water, on Friday, July 28.

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The La Machine dragon stalks through downtown, the historic ByWard Market in the background, at the intersection of York and William Streets, spraying spectators with water, on Friday, July 28.

to these lovely items and the money generated from the silent auction goes back into the community. The silent auction is a big part of the event.

The club will be busy in the booth at the fairgrounds all summer including for Ribfest, Garlic Festival and the Perth Fair.

If you would like to book an event, or cater a celebration at the newly renovated Perth Lions hall, please phone Amy Crawford at home 613 264-2973, or at 613-812-0559. The Lionesses also have lovely linens and elegant chair covers for rent as well, to make your event extra special.

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, even though you need to concentrate, do not turn up the intensity so much that it becomes stressful.

Take a break every now and then to unwind and get away.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 You are at a turning point in your life and now may be a good time to make a few key changes, Leo. They may involve making new friends or exploring a new career.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you are eager to listen and learn, but you also want to create your own experiences and share them with others. Find a balance between being a teacher and a student.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, even if you have a lot to get done, you will be able to make decisions on your feet and adapt as the situation calls for it this week.

Changes can come about quickly.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you excel at thinking through decisions before making them. This careful approach tends to work in your favor, but some decisions can be made more quickly than others.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, an important decision must be made in the very near future.

Your judgement may be clouded by extraneous information, so try to block unnecessary noise.

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LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Actively explore any impulses you may have over the next few days, Libra. You may not have the freedom for such exploration beyond this week, so act soon.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, some time relaxing seems like the ideal scenario right now. But you’re not prone to sitting still too long. Look for activities that keep you engaged.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 You are in your element this week, Sagittarius. Expect to be soaring on good vibes for several days. There is nothing pressing to pull you in another direction, so keep sailing along.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, now may seem like a good time to allow your imagination to run wild, especially if the going gets tough. However, you need to be fully present this week.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Optimism is always good, Aquarius.

But you may need to look at all sides of the situation right now if you are to make an informed choice about something important.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, if you are having difficulty asking for something you desire, practice what you want to say and test out your delivery on a friend

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THURSDAY

August 17, 2017

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Legacy Cottage plaques presented to Beckwith residents

BY TARA GESNER

tgesner@metroland.com

Beckwith honoured 17 of its cottage families on Aug. 1 with a Legacy Cottage plaque.

“This was an idea that came up at Lanark County council,” reeve Richard Kidd stated during the township’s council meeting.

Kidd and deputy reeve Sharon Mousseau represent Beckwith residents around the table at Lanark County council.

The plaque idea was raised by Tay Valley, and “it was something Sharon and I thought was a good thing, we supported it,” the reeve said.

Last month, Beckwith had a group visiting from British Columbia.

“They were going on about the diversity of Beckwith,” Kidd said, and “I never really thought of it that way.”

There is prime agricultural land along the highway as well as the Goodwood Marsh that stretches from the 9th Line to Franktown, and there is also Mississippi Lake.

“For a small municipality to have many geographical features it is something major,” the reeve stated.

People come to the lake for recreational purposes and to stay cool during the summer months.

“Some cottages have been on Mississippi Lake in Beckwith for 100 years or more,” Kidd said.

By way of the Legacy Cottage plaque initiative, Beckwith is recognizing the contributions that the cottage community has made to the area.

To be considered for a plaque, a

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During Beckwith’s council meeting on Aug. 1, the township honoured 17 of its cottage families with a Legacy Cottage plaque. direct descendant of the same family should have owned the cottage for 50, 75, 100 or 125 consecutive years. Too, a family member should still own the cottage property. Cottages that have been rebuilt or converted into permanent homes were eligible, and the cottage could be on a lake, river or creek in Lanark County.

On Tuesday, Beckwith recipients of the Legacy Cottage plaque were as follows: Orkney Cottage, 104 years, Carol and John Nicholson; ‘Squeeze In’, 85 years, Carol Palis and Marilyn Barnard; Father Point, 84 years, Catherine Fraser and Jean Gauthier; The Nicholsons, 78 years, Carol and John Nicholson; Dokken, 75 years, Maynard, Teresa and Karen

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Dokken; The Smiths, 75 years, Scott Smith; Francis Family, 72 years, Dave and Kay Francis; Burke/Mulhall, 70 years, Edward and Minx Mulhall; Byskov, 70 years, Karen Byskov; The Cottage, 70 years, Helen Lajeunesse; Frogland, 69 years, Gerard and Suzanne Lavergne; The Lake House, 67 years, Bonnie and David Wood; Charron’s Point, 66 years, Lynda Charron; Bradley, 64 years, Gloria Bradley; Duncan, 62 years, Colleen Duncan Robazza; Sweet, 54 years, Lawrie June Sweet; and Bayes, 50 years, William Bayes.

Tay Valley is administering the Legacy Cottage plaque program on behalf of the eight municipalities that comprise Lanark County: Beckwith,

Carleton Place, Drummond/North Elmsley, Lanark Highlands, Mississippi Mills, Perth and Tay Valley.

The plaque, which measures eight inches by 10 inches, is suitable to hang inside or outside, and it features an etching courtesy of Tay Valley artist Franc van Oort.

“The plaque is very nicely done,” Kidd stated.

Government funding is not available for the Legacy Cottage plaque program. As a result, recipients pay $60 to cover the cost of their plaque.

A Legacy Cottage designation is commemorative only.

By the end of May, 180 cottage families in Lanark County qualified for a Legacy Cottage plaque.

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Rob Richardson addresses Perth town council’s committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 1 about the upcoming “Austin Fights Cancer” fundraiser on Aug. 19.

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For a young man who was always available to sing to help, he now needs you to dance to help him.

The “Austin Fights Cancer Benefit Dance,” to benefit teenage musician Austin Ritz, who is battling cancer, will be held on Saturday, Aug. 19, at the Royal Canadian Legion branch hall at 25 Beckwith St. E. in Perth, with the barbecue running from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The evening will feature evening features dancing, live music, and a 50/50 draw. There will also be a live and silent auction starting at 7:30 p.m., with winners announced at 10 p.m.

Auction items include a ring from Burns’ Jew-

ellers, and a weekend getaway at a rustic cabin retreat on the lake.

Tickets are $10 per person. Online donations can be made to by e-transfer to onwithlife2020@ outlook.com.

“He’s gotten up and sung at the last minute,” for other charity events, Rob Richardson reminded Perth town council during the committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 1, in promoting the event.

Ritz had played at the Stewart Park Festival in the past, and an emotional Richardson told council that his family “just need the help.”

Mayor John Fenik said that “I’m so sorry to hear of this sort of illness,” and wished the benefit dance the best of success.

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Municipal Connection THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF PERTH NOTICE of Complete Application and Public Meeting CONCERNING A PROPOSED ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 34 OF THE PLANNING ACT, R.S.O. 1990. C.P.13 TAKE NOTICE that, in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended, this notice is to advise that sufficient information has been presented to deem the application being processed under File# D14-AC-05/17 as complete.

A PUBLIC MEETING will be held by the Planning Advisory Committee of the Corporation of the Town of Perth on Monday, September 11th, 2017 at 5:00 p.m., at the Council Chambers, Town Hall, 80 Gore St. E., Perth Ontario, to consider an amendment to Comprehensive Zoning By-law 3358, which is proposed under the above noted application.

THE PURPOSE of the application is to amend Zoning By-law 3358 to rezone the subject property from the Residential First Density (R1) Zone to a Residential Fourth Density Exception (R4-X) Zone and a Neighbourhood Commercial Exception (C3-X) Zone.

The subject land is legally described as PT Lot 26, CON 10 Geographic Township of North Elmsley and municipally known as 240 Gore Street in Town of Perth.

THE EFFECT of the proposed R4-x Zone would permit a continuum of care facility, a senior’s apartment building, Seniors Residence, or Seniors non-residential care facility, adult care facility, increased building height to a maximum of four stories, increased westerly side yard setback of 30 m and reduced lot coverage. The proposed C3-X Zone would permit: a small-scale, local commercial plaza, including a medical office, retail uses, a restaurant and 25 apartment units with a reduced front yard setback, reduced lot coverage, increased maximum commercial floor area, a maximum retail and commercial floor area per premises and a height limit of two stories. Both zones would share parking and site specific screening requirements and no minimum building setback between the exception zones.

The Draft By-law will be available one week before the public meeting.

THE KEY MAP below indicates the location of the lands affected by the proposed zoning amendment in relation to other lands within the municipality.

ANY PERSON may attend the Public Meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed amendment. If you wish to be notified after a decision regarding the zoning amendment has been made, you must make a written request to the Corporation of the Town of Perth.

Background materials may be examined between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. weekdays in the Planning Department at the Town Hall. Please call Michelle Mahon, Junior Planner at 613-267-3311 ext. 2252 in advance to ensure that Planning staff will be available to provide assistance.

Dated at the Town of Perth this 12th day of August, 2017 Lauren Walton, Clerk Town of Perth, 80 Gore St. E. Perth ON K7H 1H9 Tel: (613) 267-3311 Fax: (613) 267-5635 Approximate location of the Lands subject to the proposed zoning change

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: SUPERINTENDENT OF UTILITIES Full-Time Non-Union Management Position The Corporation of the Town of Perth is seeking resumes for a Superintendent of Utilities. The successful candidate will possess a three (3) year college technology graduate; provincial certification in Water Treatment, Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection and Wastewater Treatment; 5 years of supervisory experience; as well as other related experience and qualifications as detailed in the job description.

This Management position is placed on the “F” Panel (current hourly rate of $33.75 to $40.93). This is a forty (40) hours per week position. A complete job description is available upon request. A comprehensive medical and dental health care package is provided in addition to the OMERS pension plan.

Applicants are invited to submit covering letters and resumes no later than Thursday, August 24th, 2017 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 Via e-mail: 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.

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Magician John Pert put on a magic show at the Perth and District Union Public Library on Monday, Aug. 14. He had performed at the Smiths Falls Public Library earlier that same afternoon. At far left, he appears mesmerized by a bubble floating right in front of him. At left, Pert watches a knot fall in mid-air during a rope trick. At right, Pert, a local teacher, makes a Rubik’s Cube appear from out of his top hat.

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TV show taping An added attraction to this year’s regatta will be that the TV show PowerBoat Television, will be filming the races on Saturday (with Sunday set aside as a rain date.)

The half-hour show, which airs on Global, says on its website that it is “North America’s premiere recreational boating television show,” and that it has been on air for 27 years.

One of the lighter moments of any regatta is the cardboard boat race, which will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday.

Leeds-Grenville MPP Steve Clark and his fellow Progressive Conservative MPP Randy Hillier (Lanark-Frontenac-Lennox and Addington) are likely to put their own blue cardboard boat

into the waters of Drummond/North Elmsley Township, while several other municipalities are likely to send their own flimsy contraptions onto the waterways as well.

Another highlight of this year’s regatta will be a visit by the Edelweiss 444, a Grand Prix boat that boasts a 1,200 horsepower engine.

“That will be the biggest engine that we’ve had at Rideau Ferry,” said Cameron.

There will also be vintage hydroplane boat racing, outboard tunnel drag boats, a build-acanoe event on Saturday (in which you can race your newly-built canoe on Sunday), free toy boat crafts for kids, a beach and regatta market, and much more.

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Perth landfill expansion could get green light by 2019

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Approval for expansion of Perth’s landfill site could happen by 2019.

In a status report to Perth town council’s committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 1, Lyle Parsons, a vice-president with consulting firm R.J. Burnside and Associates, told council that “we’ve reached a major milestone” in the process, but there is still “a way to go.”

So far, several “key study documents” have been completed, such as an environmental screening report, a cultural heritage overview report, a stage one archeological heritage assessment report, and others.

“It’s been a long haul,” Parsons said. The next steps in the process will take into 2018, when Parsons said he hopes there will be “EPA (Environmental Protection Act) approval in 2018. "Hopefully, we can get it done in 2018,” he said, though he again cautioned that “they stop the clock every time they make a comment … then

they restart the clock. "Currently, “it’s in their (provincial government) hands.”

Next month, Parsons’ company hopes to prepare an endangered species benefit permit application to the Ministry of Natural Resources (with the application being sent in no later than October), and then meet with Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change regional staff later that month. The permit application would be necessary, Parsons explained, because of surrounding wetlands in the vicinity of the landfill.

“Gone are the days when you could dig a hole and dump in your garbage,” said Coun.

Jim Boldt after Parsons’ presentation. But he noted that “it could be 2019 before we have a stamp of approval.”

“I’m fully expecting that that will be the case,” said Parsons.

“It’s not like they will say no to this.”

The expansion of the landfill site could see its life extended by 20 to 30 years, with the hopes that residents will divert more material to recycling and compost heaps instead of the

landfill.

Environmental services director Grant Machan pointed out that there are proposed changes afoot at Queen’s Park that could see producers of waste having to cover the cost of dealing with the waste they create — like a fast-food restaurant having to deal with the packaging they produce.

Mayor John Fenik pointed to the two bulging binders, containing what he estimated to be seven inches of paperwork, sitting between Parsons and Machan and called it a “glaring example of red tape at Queen’s Park,” he said.

With a provincial election due to be held on June 7, 2018, Fenik asked if the town would have to “reset the clock? Will a future (Progressive) Conservative government …” he said, before trailing off, implying that a government led by Patrick Brown could change the rules.

At this, Parsons said simply, “No,” that a change in government at Queen’s Park would not lead to a change in the rules this far into the process.

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Barns Farms and Wicked Chefs: The Table’s summer celebration of food

On Saturday, Aug. 26, among the scenic farmlands and beautifully restored barns of the charmingly rustic Ecotay, in the heart of Lanark County, chefs from across the region will be showcasing their creative skills and offering a true taste of the season’s bounty.

It is on this apex of sultry summer evenings that The Table Community Food Centre will host its sixth annual Barns, Farms, and Wicked Chefs fundraiser, a not-to-be-missed affair of gustatory delights!

This year, The Table’s community chef, Judy Dempsey, has gathered some of the best chefs from eastern Ontario, including Steve Wall of Supply & Demand, Dominic Paul of Wilf & Ada’s and Joanne Edwards of The Cove in Westport to help celebrate the work of local farmers and producers in the most delectable

ways.

As you stroll through the property, just minutes southwest of Perth, you will have the opportunity to meet and greet (and eat!) with chefs who are putting their talents to work by cultivating food skills in our younger generations including Carley Schleck with Anna March of Cultivating Cooks, and Kent Van Dyke from Longfields-Davidson Heights Secondary School’s Culinary Arts program. Cooking by their sides will be Simon Bell of Parkdale Food Centre and Dempsey who are leading social change through connecting people with good food at their respective food centres.

There will be sweet treats provided by Bouffage Kitchen, and a selection of tantalizing tipples will be available from Top Shelf Distillers and Perth Brewery, as well as regional wines and

Artizen Kombucha to keep your palate refreshingly cleansed.

And of course, there will be entertainment from local musical talent to keep up the chiccountry vibe and a classic auction that promises a glut of irresistible goodies. Auction items run the gamut from local pottery, to a week at a cottage in PEI and a dinner for eight catered

by Dempsey at one of Perth’s most impressive heritage homes.

There will be something for everyone at Barns, Farms and Wicked Chefs, so if you are vegetarian or have dietary restrictions you can rest assured that our chefs will have something delicious in store for you. For $125 a ticket ($80 of which is tax deductible), you will be granted access to an unparalleled feast from our fertile valley, but more importantly you will be sup-

porting the work of the Table, part of a growing network of Community Food Centres across Canada who are invoking profound changes in the lives of so many. What better way is there to enjoy all that the season has to offer?

To join in the good food and good times, tickets must be purchased in advance and are available online at www.thetablecfc.org where you will also find abundant information about The Table’s food access, food skills and community engagement programs. You can also order tickets by phone at 613-267-6428 x 7 or at The Table at 190 Gore St. E in Perth.

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Consultants scolded by council for off-the-mark estimate on sewer contract Consultants hired by the town to study potential costs for upgrading the town’s water system were taken to task by council for being as much at nearly $4 million off the mark in their cost estimates.

Trevor Kealey, representing R.V. Anderson Associates Limited (RVA) of Ottawa, had to defend his firm’s “conceptual cost estimate,” developed in 2014, of a total bill of $5,384,000, during Perth town council’s committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 1.

However, following a tendering process, the lowest bid, received from Louis Bray Construction, for the Submerged Attached Growth Reactor (SAGR) system at the Perth lagoon, came in at $9,099,000 – a difference of $3,715,000.

Kealey, during his presentation, chalked the 2014 price estimate up to “slow and sporadic funding,” and that “fewer grants were available,” for fewer construction projects, which meant that “Contractors (were) more competitive in pricing.”

RVA has been handling this project since 2013. In 2015, the town applied for funding from two different bodies, the FCM (Federation of Canadian Municipalities) and Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF).

Since then, however, the picture has changed, with the current “construction cost estimate,” reported at $7.4 million – still off the mark of the lowest bid. There are now more funding programs available, according to Kealey, “all with scheduling constraints. Municipalities all have tight deadlines for construction,” which keeps contractors busy, according to Kealey’s overhead presentation. As such, Kealey reported that there is less competitive pricing because of supply and demand and “general trends across the industry.”

However, Kealey’s explanation was carrying little weight with some councillors.

“I’m a councillor who is always saying we don’t need as many consultants (as we use),” said Coun. Jim Boldt. But he conceded that “we certainly needed a consultant on that.”

He said that even if their report had been off by, say, a million dollars, he may have been able to live with it. But under this price difference, between $5 million and $9 million, “you’re out by almost double the price,” said Boldt.

“It’s bothersome to everyone to see a price like that,” admitted Kealey. “We made a lot of assumptions,” without the full details in hand, he said. “It doesn’t make us feel good either.”

Mayor John Fenik said that it was still good of Kealey to show up, accompanied by his coworker Beth Hamley, knowing that he was not

walking into a “very pleasant, loving, pat-on-the-back exchange.” When it comes to this matter, as with everything at town hall, “the buck stops with me,” Fenik said. “I’ll stand as mayor and shoulder that.” However, he did ask Kealey if he felt that “your company (feels) that there is any liability (on its part)?”

“No,” Kealey said. “The market has changed.”

Kealey went further, saying that, in his line of work, he wants to see bids come in that land in the middle of the estimated range he has provided a client.

“I didn’t like receiving a phone call from Grant (Machan),” the town’s environmental services director, asking him to look at the bids the town had received.

At this point, Coun. Ed McPherson asked if the town could delay construction of the SAGR system at the lagoon by a year to see if they could get a better deal, but was informed that the work had to be completed by June 30, 2018.

Coun. Jim Graff asked Kealey if he would consider that “whatever the fees were that you charged,” the town, for this report, that “maybe compensating the taxpayers,” might be an option, since it was “a report that does not do us any good.”

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Above, Perth Deputy Mayor John Gemmell, left, and deputy town clerk Penny Kelly, right, both struggle to decipher the handwriting on a motion put before the committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 1. At left, Trevor Kealey of R.V. Anderson Associates Limited, faced a grilling from council.

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Chief administrative officer John deRosenroll however pointed out that previous councils have dealt with similar issues, and Kealey appearing before them on this evening “is showing accountability and transparency,” deRosenroll said. “This is not an easy conversation. We appreciate what you are telling us,” he told Kealey and Hamley. As for council, deRosenroll assured them that “these are the dark days that we have to get through to get there,” he said.

But Boldt remained adamant that “a contract is supposed to be a contract.”

Following the committee of the whole meeting, there was a special town council meeting held, which unanimously, if grudgingly, approved the Bray Construction bid to install the system.

“This has been quite an eye-opener for me,” said McPherson, promising he will be more vigilant about consultants’ reports in future.

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eems I got back from my International jet setting (er ... whatever) just in time to work for a few days and then pack up and go on vacation with the whole family — not just the gymnast.

For years, we have made a habit of renting a cottage (several different ones over time) almost every summer.

When I was a kid our family camped and explored a bunch of places in Ontario and northern New York state, and although we don't stray too far from home with our rentals, that wonderful outside time beside water is restorative for us all.

Well, for me for sure. The kids might have a thing or two to say about the incredible and appalling lack of Interwebs. How on earth will they maintain their Snapchat streaks?

Frankly, with everything that has been going on in the world lately — you know, threats of nuclear war, neo-Nazi riots in the United States, everybody being angry with everybody all the time about everything — I'm actually pretty OK with there being sketchy connectivity. As important as it is to be aware of and to fight against horrible things, it's important to take a breath.

Anyway. The place we've stayed at for the last two summers belongs to dear friends and holds fond memories of two decades of visits. It's as close as we've come to having a family cottage, you might say. We love it. It's familiar and homey and beautiful. And it's close enough that we can pop home to feed the cat and fish and turtle.

All of this is quite idyllic except, of course, for the mad frenzy of getting here. It really doesn't have to be a mad frenzy, but it always seems to work out that way.

First there is the cajoling of the people to get organized and packing.

Then there is the checking of the list that I never remember to update each year, followed (obviously) by trying to remember the things that were forgotten in previous years. (I remembered to pack underwear for sure.)

Don't forget the mental scribbling of meal plans for a week, which mostly seems to consist of supplies for s'mores, hotdogs and Oreos. (and chips, but I'm still successfully evading those.) It's important to include some fruit so that you can at least pretend to be healthy.

This excursion featured a last-minute rush to finish a few work things

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on deadline, followed by an hour-long debate (ahem) with Girlchild about Various Important Life-Changing Things I wasn't adequately doing.

And just when I was about to start smashing my head against the wall, the cat stepped in smelly doo-doo and left goodbye footprints around the house. (I really think he did it on purpose. He recognizes packing and knew we were leaving.)

Speaking of packing, I got the laundry finished just in time to load a lot of it back into bags again. This time I didn't have to measure luggage — it was more a matter of deciding what would fit into which car and how many trips back and forth it might take. Fortunately, it was a lot easier to go back and forth to the grocery store here and load up with provisions than it was in Phoenix (for those of you who saw last week's column). Even though it is a longer drive, there's not nearly as much waiting around to take the food to its destination ... unless you count traffic.

By Perth's relative standards, it does tend to take twice as long to get anywhere in the summer, but at least you have the satisfaction of being in a vehicle that is going somewhere.

In terms of packing volume, although this vacation is about as long as the Phoenix trip was, it features packing for twice as many people.

Not only that, but there are not nearly as many restaurants on the cottage grounds, so I am the head chef — with some barbecuing assistance.

Consequently there is a need to pack much more food, as well as bedding, towels and some outdoor gear. The checked baggage costs would have been astronomical if we'd taken this much stuff to Phoenix, even using the roll-your-clothes packing method.

Fortunately, once the mad rush is over, it really doesn't matter. We'll eat a lot of the volume and have less to bring home.

Now there is nothing to do but soak up this heavenly place. We can breathe now.

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Kids? When? Now?

he older I get, the more real this question becomes: When are you going to have kids?

It’s not a question of if, it’s always a question of when. It’s this unwavering and constant assumption that scares me.

When I was younger, the question was: Do you want kids?

This question I can handle, because in the abstract – yes, I do want them.

But in reality, it’s a little less clear.

My partner and I have been together for eight years. He’s amazing with kids. His eyes light up when he sees our niece and loves spending time goofing around. He’s 32; seven years older than me and has wanted to have children for years now.

We’re getting married next year, and the topic of having kids has come up time and time again.

But at 25, I’m still in a place where the thought of having children brings on heart palpitations and sweaty palms, rather than excitement.

And I’m not even sure I have natural “mothering instincts” that will kick in if I have children.

The only practice I’ve ever had are keeping my two cats happy and alive.

Is this normal?

EVELYN HARFORD View From Here I look around at my female peer group, some people have kids – but more don’t. Most of us are just starting our working life, too scared to disrupt the path we’ve worked so hard to finally forge for ourselves.

It still feels like we’re kids ourselves, much less adults ready to create new ones and raise them to be productive members of society.

And while it’s great my partner is excited by the thought of becoming a dad, becoming a mother who actually has to carry and birth the child brings on less blissful anticipation and more anxiety about having to take time off work and put my body through the most extreme experience it will probably ever have.

The pressure society puts on women (although men feel it in other ways) to have children and fulfil their “purpose” is real. The assumption that if you don’t have kids, there’s something

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But the increasing acceptance of childless couples and single adults without children has got me thinking; do I really want children or do I want them because throughout my life it’s been the assumed path I’m “expected to follow”?

Cue the existential crisis.

I’ve mentioned this to my friends, and partner. Mostly I’m told fear of becoming a parent is normal, but if you want you’ve just got to dive in and find your footing — kind of like taking a deep dive into a cold lake.

I think these are important and perfectly normal questions to ask.

People’s reactions when I question the assumed next step in my life is either met with a good old gasp or the “you want them, it’s just scary,” “you’ll know when it’s time” or “don’t worry you’re still too young.”

Right now, I still like to wake up on my own time and have the freedom to do whatever I want to do, whenever I want to do it.

I’m too selfish right now.

Having (or not having) kids is a huge decision in your life. It’s not

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Four generations of Dr. McLean, and plenty of stories

When your doctor had both your grandmother and your daughter as patients, you know he’s heard a lot of stories over the years. Four generations’ worth.

Dr. Ross McLean has been practising medicine here in Perth for decades, and for our family alone, he’s had a line of patients spanning four generations.

From supporting my grandmother, Opal, to delivering me (and my husband — though, not at the same time), to weighing my children at their two-month check-ins, our family has had countless appointments with this man. I couldn’t even fathom the number of patients he’s seen over his entire career.

His bedside manner is second to none. To do so, he listened to each person’s story. Their symptoms. Their challenges. Their history. He ensured he got the full story to help find a solution.

But, that will soon slow down for him. Earlier this summer, we got the notice in the mail that Dr. McLean plans to retire this fall. He’ll be replaced by two new doctors coming to the area. As a young family, we appreciate that the transition has been taken care of for us.

With that, I wish Dr. McLean a well-deserved retirement and hope he hangs up his stethoscope with pride. He had such an impact on each patient he sat down, while listening to their story to help find a solution.

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something that you can take back and often it’s out of your control in one way or another.

Now, as you may have guessed, I’m an over thinker.

And, yes, eventually I probably will have kids if I and my soon-to-be husband can — but it wouldn’t be the end of the world if we can’t (at least for me). There’s a lot more to life

then you’re likely going to want to put May 18, May 19 and May 20 on your calendar for 2018.

Celebrating 200 years of Catholic education in Perth, there’s a committee that’s putting plans CATHY JAMES together for a reunion for both elementary and high school alumni and staff. Quick history lesson: in 1818, Catholic education was first offered in Perth, and it was 25 years ago when the high school doors first opened on Scotch Line (crazy, right?). Sounds like they’re going to have Friday and Saturday evening events, as well as a tea, tours, family breakfast and more. You can stay up-to-date on their Facebook page by searching for St. John Catholic School Reunion — Perth, Ont. Raising a cup to Diane Like many, I was shocked and saddened to hear of the recent passing of Diane Thompson.

She’s the lovely lady who worked the front cash at the downtown Tim Hortons. We got to know Diane well when we lived on nearby Cockburn Street and made (daily?) trips to the coffee shop for a morning cup of Joe. She was so friendly, and when we moved to our new home five years ago, she’d comment how she hadn’t seen us for a while. She’d always ask about our kids, and we’d share stories about kids and grandkids. Diane always made us feel so welcomed when arriving at Tim’s, and big condolences go out to her kids and grandkids.

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A number of years ago a co-worker made use of a rare day off to do some minor plumbing in his new home. His wife had purchased a new washerless faucet from Beaver Lumber (yes, it was that long ago) and had been waiting patiently for the time it would be installed. My friend argued why pay a professional to do a job one could do himself or herself.

Eventually his wife’s patience ran out and his day off was spent under the kitchen sink (which is slightly less comfortable than the doghouse).

The installation though was flawless, and peace was restored to his home.

However, the next day while at work he received an urgent message – the faucet was refusing to turn off. By the time he got home from work that evening, being too tired to tackle plumbing, the decision was reluctantly made to use the shut off until he had a chance to look at the faucet. The next day work was interrupted by another call – the shut off valve was now

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leaking. Not a problem; just shut off the main valve in the basement. It was a problem. The next day the main also developed a leak.

Having had enough, his wife made two calls – one to a plumber and the other to the city to have the water shut off to the home. Unfortunately, you see, the previous owners of the home installed a paved driveway over the main shut off from the city main. The only way to the main was to pull up a portion of the driveway and wouldn’t you know it, in doing so they ruptured the main line. Service to the entire street was then shut off.

In the end my friend’s do-it-yourself project had ballooned to a very expensive repair bill from one of those ‘professionals’, as well as from the city.

Long before my friend embarked on his short lived career as a plumber, a wise man pointed out the folly of going it alone: “By yourself you’re unprotected. With a friend you can face the worst. Can you round up a third? A threestranded rope isn’t easily snapped.” (Ecclesiastes 4:12) Life is not meant to be lived alone.

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Perth town council wants to give an advance green light, well, the green light.

During council’s summer break this past July, Coun. Ed McPherson told council that there were at least two collisions at the problem intersection of Highway 7 and Drummond Street.

“Someone is going to get killed,” said a frustrated McPherson during council’s committee-of-the-whole meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 1. “I don’t want to see someone dead (there).”

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) is looking at installing as many as four roundabouts along a stretch of Highway 7 from the 511 to Drummond, but McPherson was insistent that there needed to be advance green turning lights at the intersections with Drummond and Wilson.

“I don’t care what the MTO says about roundabouts,” said McPherson. While roundabouts would slow traffic down, “we are slowing traffic down (anyway) because they can’t turn (safely),” he said.

Council later voted unanimously, in a recorded vote, to call for the MTO to install advance green turn signals at the Highway 7 intersections with Wilson and Drummond streets, even as a temporary measure until roundabouts, or some other traffic changes, are made to that stretch of road in Perth.

“We’ve been down this road before,” said Coun. Jim Boldt, with no pun intended, in dealing with Glenn Higgins, a project manager in the MTO’s planning and design bureau.

“He said it (advanced green lights) ain’t gonna happen.”

Mayor John Fenik said that he would be prepared to draft a letter, but that he wanted to take it to the head office, the Ontario Transportation Minister, Steven Del Duca. Fenik went so far as to say he wanted to meet with Del Duca during the annual AMO (Association of Municipalities of Ontario) meeting taking place in Ottawa from Aug. 13 to 16. Otherwise, he feared that a letter to the ministry would be met with “a bunch of double talk” reply.

Fenik told council that he already plans to meet with Attorney General Yasir Naqvi about planned renovations to the Perth courthouse, and the longtime hold-up in the province approving the nomination of Eric Halpin to the Perth police services board.

While the OPP has compiled statistics on crashes and collisions at that intersection, which this newspaper has reported on previously, that was not enough for McPherson.

“It’s not the statistics, it’s the patient’s condition in the crash,” said McPherson, who also heads the Lanark County ambulance service. At that particular intersection, “they (collisions) are T-bone accidents,”

he said. “They are not side swipes,” and T-bone accidents are particularly problematic in his eyes.

Coun. Judy Brown was frustrated, too, with what she saw as bureaucratic foot-dragging on a public safety issue.

“Red tape … leads to accidents like this,” she said. “I have a particular interest in accidents on Highway 7,” since her own daughter was killed in a crash on that highway. “It’s got to stop.”

“This is long overdue,” agreed

Coun. Jim Graff.

Coun. Riq Turner said that he had spoken to Higgins at an open house on roundabouts and other Highway 7 improvements at the Perth branch of the Royal Canadian Legion in late June. Higgins told him that there is “less severity of accidents” at roundabouts. But Turner retorted that “there’s not many accidents going into the mall (Perth Mews) because there is a left turn lane,” for westbound traffic.

“I’m not even looking for turning

lanes,” said McPherson.

Coun. Jim Boldt said that he too attended the same open house as Turner, but that there was a lineup to speak to Higgins. Boldt did, however, get correspondence from truckers, who had concerns about the proposed roundabouts.

“We don’t need four roundabouts,” said Boldt. “If they (MTO) come back and say they’re going do to this,” he would like to hold a public, town hall meeting on it, with MPP Randy Hillier in attendance. He

added that new transport trucks cannot use Highway 401 and so they are having to use smaller highways like Highway 7.

“What influence do we have on the MTO, really?” asked Graff. What if “we decide we don’t want them.”

“I think they would say, ‘Fine.

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Still on the right track, baby: Pride Parade still pending for early fall march Although it did not take place in June as in the past few years, there are still plans to wave the rainbow flag and celebrate Pride in Lanark County in 2017.

Queer Connection Lanark (QCL) is picking up the gauntlet of local Pride planning since the unfortunate dissolution of the LGBT Civitan club left the event needing organizational support this spring.

QCL is looking for any other interested members of the local LGBTQ2S+

community to join us at a planning meeting at 5 p.m. on Aug. 15 at YAK youth centre (1 Sherbrooke St. Perth) to help us keep the tradition going. The intention is to ensure that all community members who want to help with pride planning are able to.

QCL has already began steps for an event on Sept. 30 in Perth. Meetings and negotiations are underway with the OPP and the Town of Perth to approve a parade route. and Perth Mayor John Fenik

has expressed his support, but your help to make all the details, big and little, come together. QCL is a small grassroots organization and operated without any core funding, so all donations of time and money toward manifesting a parade are welcome. Come help us continue the tradition of rural celebration and pride.

Allies are also welcome.

For more information contact Queer Connection Lanark on Facebook.

Parade grand marshal Jim MacGregor leads the Lanark County Pride Parade on June 6, 2015, as it leaves the grounds of The Stewart School.

NOTICE OF PASSING OF ZONING BY- LAW 2017-048 and -049

COMPOSTERS FOR SALE Composters are now available for purchase at the Tay Valley Township Municipal Office. Township residents can purchase composters for $50.00 each.

Reduce your household waste by up to 50%.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL ENGINEERING SERVICES TO RECONSTRUCT OTTY LAKE SIDE ROAD The Corporations of Tay Valley Township and the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley are seeking proposals from qualified Engineering Consultants to provide professional services for the reconstruction of Otty Lake Side Road.

Submissions will be received at the Tay Valley Township Municipal Office, at the address indicated below, until 1:00 p.m. local time, on Thursday, August 31st, 2017.

Submissions will be opened, in public, at the Municipal Office immediately following closing.

A copy of the RFP can be found on either Township website at www.tayvalleytwp.ca or www.dnetownship.ca.

For further information contact: Amanda Mabo, Clerk Tay Valley Township 217 Harper Road Perth, Ontario K7H 3C6

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T: 613-267-5353 Ext. 130 Email: clerk@tayvalleytwp.ca www.tayvalleytwp.ca

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of Tay Valley Township passed the above noted By-Law on the 8th day of August, 2017, under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, Chapter P.13.

AND TAKE NOTICE that appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board in respect of the by law may be made not later than the 6th day of September, 2017, by filing with the Clerk of Tay Valley Township. Contact the Clerk for information as to who may appeal and how.

By-Law 2017-048 applies to a 47.71 ha parcel located adjacent to 2469 Scotch Line. The purpose of this amendment is to change the zoning of the property from Agriculture (A) to Agriculture Exception-3 (A-3). The effect of the amendment is to require that no dwelling be constructed on the retained agricultural lot that is to be consolidated with another agricultural lot.

By-Law 2017-049 applies to a 13.5 ha portion of a parcel with frontage on Elm Grove Road. The purpose of this amendment is to change the zoning of the property from Rural (RU) to Tourist Commercial Exception-4 (CT-4). The effect of the amendment is to allow the construction and operation of a 5-unit nature retreat using removable autonomous tents placed on piers.

THIS NOTICE GIVEN ON THE 17th DAY OF AUGUST, 2017.

Amanda Mabo, Clerk, Tay Valley Township (800) 810-0161 or (613) 267-5353

OLD TIMES—NOW TIMES DANCE

Saturday, September 23rd Bridget Vincent Mary (BVM) Hall, 844 Stanley Road, Stanleyville Doors open 7 p.m. · Dancing 7:30 - 11:00 p.m.

Cash bar and snacks Tickets $10 available at Tay Valley Municipal Office, 217 Harper Road or online at www.tayvalleytwp.ca. Music by the “Ever Hopeful String Band” with dancing as the area settlers danced, to traditional English-Irish-Scottish-Celtic tunes.

Followed by classic rock by “The Lucky Bs”.

COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE September 5th, 2017 7:00 p.m.

Committee of the Whole

September 12th, 2017 7:00 p.m.

Council

September 19th 2017 7:00 p.m.

Committee of the Whole

September 26th, 2017 7:00 p.m.

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Smiths Falls Little League enjoying resurgence as new charter

BY LAURIE WEIR

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A wood bat junior Little League tournament will be held in Smiths Falls Friday, Aug. 18 and Saturday, Aug. 19 on the newly-revamped baseball diamond at the memorial centre.

This will be the league's second tournament in as many months - the first one was held at the end of July.

"It’s been about 15 years since Smiths Falls has hosted a baseball tournament," said Little League president Joe Shadoue, who added, the resurgence of baseball in town has been fantastic.

During the first eight-team major tournament – SFLL-Canadian Tire Wood Bat Tournament – East Nepean captured the championship. The SFLL’s junior players were trained as umpires for the tournament, “and they did a fantastic job,” Shadoue said.

Those young umpires were Xavier Shepherd-Martin, Carson McEwen, Crystal Flegg, and Jordan Stoll.

“The wood bat tournament is a big draw. The kids always use aluminum or composite bats. The pros use the wood bats and they offer more of a challenge for the kids. It’s a more defensive game overall.”

Shadoue said the newly formed Smiths Falls Little League (in its first full year after breaking out of the Perth and District Little League), has had great success, thanks largely to

community sponsorship, volunteers and the revitalization of the old ball diamonds – the one at Friendship Park that was fixed up last year, and the second one, situated by the Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre which was redesigned this summer.

“We couldn’t have had such a successful year without the help from the Gerry Lowe Foundation,” he said, or Canadian Tire, Smiths Falls, which continues to support the league.

The Gerry Lowe Foundation spent $18,000 to revitalize the community centre diamond this summer, which included some cosmetics, the installation of a safety big-O at the top of the fences, and bucket loads of new infield dirt.

“My brother (Anthony) and I did a lot of shovelling,” Shadoue said with a laugh. “It was pretty fantastic to get the funds to have that diamond fixed up.”

The Aug. 18-19 tournament will be played in its entirety at the community centre diamond. The finals are slated for a night time start Saturday.

“That will be pretty neat to have the lights on for a night game,” Shadoue said.

LITTLE LEAGUE The Smiths Falls Little League took off on its own this year, thanks to Shadoue “doing mountains of paperwork.”

They were playing under the umbrella of Perth Little League in years See LITTLE LEAGUE page P16

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Smiths Falls major Little League team members (U11 and U12 teams) do some warm-up exercises prior to a game during their tournament at the end of July.

THANK YOU

to the following groups, businesses and individuals for making the 2017 Major Provincial Championship a great success.

Cash Donations:

Town of Perth Lions Club of Perth Lioness Club of Perth J.P. Brankin, Perth Coldwell Banker, Perth Calares, Perth Perth Veterinary Clinic, Perth K. James Construction, Perth Township of Drummond / North Elmsley Doug H. Mather CGA, Perth Arnott Bros. Construction, Perth DiCola Petroleum, Perth Knights of Columbus, Perth Tom Sullivan Plumbing, Perth Canadian Tire, Perth Perth Civitan Club Burchell Glass, Perth Bell’s Machining, Perth Allan & Partners, Perth Kiwanis Club of Perth Noah Frazer Keaton Murphy Donavin Deacon Davidson Strong Olivia Clark Tessa Zander Hayley Allan Gracie Dodd Katelynn Johnson

Valley Plumbing & Water Treatment, Perth Barker, Willson Barristers & Solicitors, Perth Hinton Dodge Chrysler, Perth David R. Bangs Fuels Ltd., Perth B.C. Mechanical Services, Perth County of Lanark Garage Door Company, Perth Publow’s Plumbing, Perth Finnegan Insurance Company, Perth George Tackaberry & Sons Construction, Athens Mike Fair Chev, Buick, GMC, Cadillac Ltd., Smiths Falls J.B. Forest Products, Lanark Central Wire, Perth 3-M, Perth OMYA, Perth Cavanagh Construction, Ashton Jade, Jasper, Azalea Borthwick

Volunteers:

Cole Uniacke Kylie Phillips Cora Green Haddie Oakes Tracy Majore Cassidy Gagnon Brent McLaren JJ

Rhonda Wright Jim Wright Sue Maynard Doris Lantz Steve McGlade Diane Jackson Sue Doran Jason Gagnon

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Ron Wilson Karen Dowdall Sheri MahonFournier Jean Smith Erica Patterson Doug Davidson Tanya Stewart

Three 50/50 prizes have not been claimed. They are all from Tuesday, July 25. If you have ticket #s: 8419683 (blue/white); 6733500 (red/white); or 8420180 (blue/white) please contact Karen Crosbie at 613-259-2504.

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Donaldson’s Shell, Perth Jewels, Perth Maximillians Restaurant, Perth Michael’s Table, Perth Top Shelf Distillers, Perth Embers, Perth Blue Heron Golf Club, Lanark Mark’s Work Wearhouse, Carleton Place Hillside Gardens, Perth Brownlee’s Metro, Perth OPP Police Association, Ottawa Toronto Blue Jays Perth Brewery Pizza Hut, Perth Sacred Heart School, Lanark Dairy Queen, Perth Hay Design, Perth Gord Brown, M.P., Brockville Brent McLaren, Perth Cobra Pools & Spas, Perth Balderson Cheese, Balderson Quattrocchi, Smiths Falls Burns Jewellers, Perth Olivers Maple Products, Perth Subway, Perth

Randy Hillier, MPP, Perth Tim Hortons, Perth Cameron Maple Products, Lanark Jason Fournier - Frito Lay, Perth Port Elmsley Drive In The Lanark Era, Lanark Giant Tiger, Perth Barnabe’s YIG, Perth Town & Country RV, Perth Mr. Victor’s Diner, Perth Perth Fire Department Stacey Niceliu, Perth Bank of Montreal, Perth Bill Ryan, Smiths Falls Lake 88 Radio, Perth Perth EMC Sheldon Hatch Media Design, Perth Sam Bat, Carleton Place Baseball Town, Ottawa Royal Canadian Legion. Perth Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary Kasha Lehovich Taisha Lesser Flag bearers

Raffle Winners

1st prize (bat): L. Rocha, Mississauga; 2nd prize (2 jackets): Stephan St. Louis, Ottawa; 3rd prize (bracelet): John Storie, Perth; 4th prize (BBQ Grilling Set): Rick Hannah, Perth; 5th prize (maple syrup) : Gary Fournier, Perth; 6th prize (solar light): J. Atkinson, Timmins; 7th prize (wind chimes): Nicholas Patterson; 8th prize (signed Jason Grilli ball): Aaron McGlade.

Thanks again from the 2017 Major Provincial Championship organizing committee: Pat Habel, Karen and Herb Crosbie, Rick Wilson, and George Sachs

Thanks also to the Perth Royals and parents. Our apologies and appreciation to anyone we may have missed.

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The U11 team consists of: Luke Bell, Braden Belot, Conner Crogie, Caleb Doyle, Dalton Doyle, Spencer McEwen, Jack Storie, Rhys Widdison, Joey Bridson, Kurtis Cassell, Brandt Mahon, Karson Tompkins, Reed King; coaches Joe Shadoue and Mike Shadoue.

LITTLE LEAGUE From page P15

past with just a few teams, but now that they have more than 70 players on five teams, Smiths Falls now has its own charter. Teams include: one Junior team, 13- to 14-year-olds; two Majors, 11-12; one Minor, 9-10; and one Rookie, 6- to 8-year-olds.

“I did a lot of paperwork over the winter and we were able to have our own league this year,” he said. “There is also an executive of five people. And we have a lot of parents who volunteer, which has helped with the success of the new league.”

On the executive are: VP/Information Officer Angie Tompkins; VP Operations Anthony Shadoue; Coordinator Heather Peters; Secretary April Doyle and Treasurer Brenda Wargati.

The cost for registration is $55 (for early birds) and $65 at the start of the season.

Shadoue said more kids are skipping summer hockey and opting for baseball this year, which bodes well for the summer sport.

He mentioned his assistant, Angie Tomkins, without whom he said he couldn’t have managed the organization of the new league.

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“She has done a ton of work for the league,” he said. “She’s been my right hand.”

SFLL is now hoping to work with Canopy Growth Corp. (Tweed) in town to revamp the diamond on Hershey Drive.

“It’s in the works,” he said of preliminary talks with Tweed. “It’s a bigger diamond so we can have a senior ball team. We don’t have enough diamonds in town for baseball, so this one at Tweed will be a big help for us … if we can get some kind of deal that works for both of us.”

Shadoue said the goal is to have even more tournaments over the course of the season – he’s looking to host four next year.

“Orleans stayed in town in July and that’s our goal,” he said. “It’s a win-win for all of us, especially the economic spinoff we get when teams stay overnight.”

Pop down to the diamond over the weekend and check out the Little League action. Games are slotted at two-hour intervals with each team playing three games. Or if you want to get in and help out in some voluntary capacity, drop Shadoue an email: president@sfll.ca Visit www.sfll.ca for more information.

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Calvary Christian Academy in Franktown looking to expand

BY TARA GESNER

tgesner@metroland.com

Calvary Christian Academy (CCA) in Franktown is growing again.

A public meeting was held in Beckwith on Aug. 1 regarding a proposed addition to the existing private school.

“Calvary Christian Academy submitted an amendment to its existing site plan, which proposes a 2,500 square feet addition,” planning administrator Niall Oddie said on Tuesday night.

He noted the addition encompasses three classrooms and a bit of hallway space, and it is on “the north end of the (existing) building, in the same area of the previous addition (early childhood education wing) four years ago.”

Located at 9749 Highway 15, Calvary Christian Academy, is situated on 49 acres, which is for the most part vacant. In addition to a large building for the school, there are sports fields and several accessory structures.

“The school has been an asset to the township,” reeve Richard Kidd said. “It started off small, but now it is growing.”

The subject property is designated institutional and residential in Beckwith’s Official Plan. The existing school and proposed addition are located within the institutional portion of the property. No development is planned within the residential area.

The proposed addition is relatively close to an adjacent residential property (on Irvine Street), but it does satisfy the required side yard setbacks.

The proposed addition requires modification of the school’s existing septic system, which has already been approved by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit.

Oddie noted in a report to council: “The existing septic permit indicated the system was designed for a maximum of 150 students.

The health unit has approved a permit to modify the system to accommodate a maximum of 230 students, which the school anticipates accommodating after another addition in approximately three years.”

Furthermore, the proposed site plan illustrates a sufficient number of parking spaces Paulina Hrebacka / Metroland for the school and future addition.

No comments from any members of the public have been received.

CCA principal Tom Bourne attended the Kate and Mike of Sparling Natural Foods sell their fresh garlic at the 20th annual Perth Lions Garlic Festival at the Perth fairgrounds on Sunday, Aug. 13. public meeting.

Knowing already that CCA houses kindergarten to Grade 8, Coun. Brian Dowdall asked about high school.

“Yes, we have Grades 9 to 11,” Bourne answered. “There will be Grade 12 next year.”

Following the public meeting, council carried a motion that was moved by deputy reeve Sharon Mousseau and seconded by Dowdall to approve the site plan amendment for CCA.

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Dozens of teams took to the links at the Blue Heron Golf Club on Aug. 10 for a good cause.

Golf Fore the Cure raises $5,850 for cancer research at annual event The Blue Heron Golf Club in Lanark hosted its annual Golf for the Cure tournament on Aug. 10.

The event raised $5,850 bringing the seven-year total to more than $60,000 for cancer care and research.

Items of clothes and food collected during the tournament will be donated to the Lanark County Interval House.

“We love to donate to the big picture of Breast Cancer and also locally to those in our own community who need our direct help,” said Joan Sobil, golf club owner and organizer of the tournament.

The funds raised for breast cancer are requested to stay locally to support our programs.

The providing of rides for cancer patients to receive treatment is one of the programs that these funds support in this area.

“Our highest donors were Jennifer Paul, Dorothy Erwin and Lorna Nesbitt,” noted Sobil. “The winners of the scramble with a score of 29 were the Dalhousie “D” Cup … cakes.

“Everyone had a great day and we are all winners when we support a great cause. We would like to thank all those that supported this event with donations.”

Submitted by Joan Sobil

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The meeting dates are as follows: All Committee of Council

Tuesday, August 22nd, 2017

6:30 p.m.

Reeve Richard Kidd.

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For further information, please contact the Township of Beckwith at 613-257-1539.

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Rideau Lakes investing in recreation, seeking partners

As a part of commemorating Canada 150, the Township of Rideau Lakes has launched the Canada 150 Parks and Recreation Fund.

Over the next year, the fund will invest $75,000 in parks and recreation renewal and improvements through a matching contribution program, bringing the total community investment to $150,000.

The fund will focus on projects that: have a wide community impact; match community need; are self-sustaining over the long-term; and align with the Township’s Strategic Plan and Recreation Master Plan.

The first intake will close Sept. 1, 2017. A second intake will close Feb. 15, 2018. A set of program terms have been established by council. The program is open to all nonprofit recreation partners and local parks and recreation committees. A program guide can be obtained by contacting the township’s clerk.

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to review the terms and make a submission if they think there is a good fit,” said Mayor Ron Holman. “This program will further enhance the ability of our dedicated community volunteers to share their passion for community building and healthy living. Parks and recreation are cornerstones of community life, and the township is pleased to offer the program.”

It is anticipated that the matching funds will assist community partners in their own fundraising efforts, as cash donations made to a project will go twice as far.

The township’s $75,000 contribution comes from the Parkland Reserve. The reserve was built through contributions made by developers at the time of lot creation. In this way, as the community grows, the township can invest in parks and recreation assets to meet the evolving needs of the community.

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Career Highlights: 2016 Finished T44 at the 2016 LPGA Final Qualifying Tournament to earn Priority List Category 17 status for the 2017 LPGA Tour season.

Birthday: February 14, 1989 Hometown: Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada Rookie Year: 2012 Career Earnings: $297,861 Started playing golf at age 5. Hobbies outside of golf include tennis, watching movies.

Career Highlights: In 2016, 23 events, 15 cuts made. Finished the season ranked sixth in both average driving distance (270.65) and eagles (9)

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Birthday: Hometown: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Rookie Year: 2009 Career Earnings: $106,732 Started playing golf at the age of 5. Her hobbies include reading, playing cards and watching movies.

Career Highlights: In 2011, best finish was a tie for 19th at the RR Donnelley LPGA Founders Cup. In 2010, best finish was a tie for 35th at the ShopRite LPGA Classic.

Birthday: February 1, 1994 Hometown: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Rookie Year: 2017 Career Earnings: $5,956 Ha started playing golf at the age of nine. Her Hobbies include music, hiking, reading and knitting.

Career Highlights: Finish T8 at the 2016 LPGA Qualifying Tournament to LPGA status for the 2017 season.

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Birthday: September 10, 1997 Hometown: Smiths Falls, Ontario, Canada Resides: Smiths Falls, Ontario, Canada Rookie Year: 2015 Career Earnings: $2,863,403

2016

CAREER

STARTS 31 53*

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS • Became the second youngest player in LPGA history to win a major championiship with her victory at the 2016 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship (18yr/9m/2d), trailing only Lydia Ko • In 2016, made the most starts on Tour (31), had the second-most top-10s (15) and finished third on the LPGA Official Money List

CUTS MADE 30 49*

TOP 10S 15 21*

WINS 2 3*

• Ranked second in birdies (455) in 2016; one of two players to break Stacy Lewis’ all-time mark of 451 in 2014 (Ariya Jutanugarn, 469) • Tied her career-low round of 65 times in 2016 (six overall) • Was granted LPGA membership by Commissioner Mike Whan following her victory at the 2015 Cambia Portland Classic and took immedicate membership; made four starts as a rookie in 2015 • Joined Lydia Ko and Lexi Thompson as the only players to win on the LPGA before their 18th birthdays • Made five starts on the Symetra Tour in 2015, recording five top-10 finishes including a win at the Four Winds invitational • In 2015, won a Suncoast Series event in her professional debut

LOW ROUND 65 63*

CAREER WINS (4 WINS, 1 MAJOR) • • • •

2017 – Meijer LPGA Classic For Simply Give 2016 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship 2016 Portland Classic presented by JTBC 2015 Cambia Portland Classic* * as a non-member

BEST FINISHES IN MAJORS (THROUGH 2016) T10 ANA Inspiration (‘16) 1 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship (‘16) T5* U.S. Women’s Open (‘15) T50 RICOH Women’s British Open (‘16) T9 The Evian Championship (‘16) * as a non-member

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Represented Canada in the 2016 Rio Olympics, finishing T7 Low amateur honours at the 2014 U.S. Women’s Open (T10) Individual Title winner at the 2014 Women’s World Amateur Games

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Canada’s top female golfer Brooke Henderson will have home-course advantage in more ways than one when the Canadian Pacific Women’s Open tees off at the Ottawa Hunt and Golf Club in the Hunt Club this month.

“I’ve never played an LPGA tour event so close to home before and so to have the fans and my family and my friends come out and watch it is really amazing, and I’m really excited for the opportunity to put on a good show for them,” the 19-year-old Smiths Falls native said June 21 during a media event at the club, held to promote the Canadian Pacific-sponsored

be a little sibling rivalry, I guess but we’re best friends and we get along really well.”

Do they ever have any spats?

“Not really, no. I think we may be the unusual sisters,” she said with a laugh. “There’s going to be some disagreements at some point but we work through them really well.”

In addition to playing so close to her hometown, Henderson also considers the south Ottawa course her home club. She first walked its links at age of eight during the 2008 National Women’s Open, and last played the course – of which nine holes have been redesigned – a month ago.

Henderson acknowledged that competing Aug. 21 to 27 in the LPGA Tour championship, in which a total purse of US$2.25 million will be up for grabs, comes with added pressure. But she said she has learned a lot over the last two years about the importance of time management, that “… if I want to perform to the best of my ability I have to say no sometimes.

“But I also want to embrace it and spend a lot of time with media and fans and show them how I appreciate their support. But with that being said, if I play well, then everybody’s happy,” she said.

HOMETOWN PRIDE It was just about a year ago when the Town of Smiths Falls opened its arms to welcome the Henderson sisters home after competing in the summer Olympics at Rio

Coming home to the big welcome was “so special,” Brooke said. “I just glanced over there, and seeing the amount of people there already … it’s really cool for both of us.”

On her super jam-packed LPGA 2016 season, Brooke said it was “definitely busy” but they enjoyed Laurie Weir/Metroland Brooke and Brittany Henderson wave to the crowd during their home- the travelling and “seeing a ton of new places.” coming Sept. 9, 2016 in Centennial Park, Smiths Falls. during her break-out year on the about her first year on the tour.

LPGA Tour.

With her sister Brittany by her The day was sunny and hot, and side, the girls had a great time with those in attendance at Centennial the hometown crowds.

Park were decked out in their red Settling into a media scrum before and white gear to welcome the sisthe celebration officially kicked ters home. off, Brooke was sequestered to In recognition of all their accom- answer a few questions – mostly plishments, the Henderson sisters about golf. were honoured with speeches, a When asked if the sisters ever disflag presentation and a plaque unagreed on a club choice, Brooke veiling that will find a permanent responded: “Not really. She gives home beside town hall. me a number and I decide which “It’s been good for the future, club. We have a really good system I’ve really learned a lot,” she said working. There is always going to

“I had a chance to see tournaments (and golf courses) for the first time so next year maybe I can choose the courses that I play well on … as for right now, I’ve been enjoying playing every week and plan to go over to Asia for five weeks, then go to Mexico.”

The Saturday that followed the celebration, she and Brittany were off to France to hit the Evian Championship, where she celebrated her 18th birthday last year “with cake on the 18th hole.”

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Thompson is a LPGA USGA Girls Golf official Ambassador.

Career Highlights: • 2017 ANA Inspiration • 2014 Canadia Pacific Women’s Open • 2012 Jamie Farr Toledo Classic • 2011 U.S. Women’s Open LPGA Awards: • 2012 Louise Suggs Rolex Rookie of the Year

Career Highlights: • Competed in seven LPGA tournaments with four top-10s: Kia Classic (T4), ANA Inspiration (T6), U.S. Women’s Open (T3), The Evian Championship (T2) LPGA Victories: • 2017 U.S. Women’s Open Conducted by the USGA

Career Highlights: • 2016 Rio Olympics (T19) LPGA Victories (8 wins, 1 major): • 2017 Kingsmill Championship Presented by JTBC • 2016 Honda LPGA Thailand • 2015 Meijer LPGA Classic presented by Kraft, LPGA KEB Hana Bank Championship • 2014 Kraft Nabisco Championship • 2013 Sime Darby LPGA Malaysia, Lorena Ochoa Invitational Presented by Banamex • 2011 Navistar LPGA Classic @LEXI

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If you play golf at the Smiths Falls Golf and Country Club, you may have noticed a “Home of LPGA Major Champions – Brooke and Brittany Henderson” sign at the gateway. It was courtesy of the men’s twilight league last summer.

gether on the tour and they did it together here.”

The sign was the culmination of months of coordination between the Henderson sisters and the men’s league committee.

Jeff Drummond and Brent Rotondo said they wanted to recognize all the businesses and individuals who helped make this happen: Monkman Forming, Geoff Watson, Tormac Tree Service, Smiths Falls Golf & Country Club (SFGCC), Sinfield Displays & Graphics, Ken Campbell and staff, and “We all watched them grow up,” the Men’s Twilight Committee and said Paul Cadeau, Smiths Falls supporters.

Golf & Country Club president.

“I believe that if Brittany had not Dan McNeely, general manager, been into golf so much Brooke said that they all are so proud of wouldn’t have either; she wanted Brooke and her recent accomplishments; especially her multiple to be just like her big sister.”

He added that it’s fitting that both LPGA wins. “Everybody at the girls be honoured on the sign. club knows what she’s doing at all “They’re a team, they do it to- times,” McNeely said with a laugh.

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There are more than 100 courses in Ottawa and the Valley, but it’s the Ottawa Hunt and Golf Club that will be the site of this year’s LPGA CP Women’s Open championship from Aug. 21 to 27.

“We all have our cell phones out checking her scores. Her winning an LPGA event was exciting – not as exciting as her first one, because her winning is going to become a

bit of a habit.”

accomplishments.

McNeely said they’ve all watched “This is great for her and great for Brooke grow up playing the game our club,” he said. “We’re all pretty and they’re proud of her and her proud.”

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When asked about how she’s keeping her life balanced, she said it was one of the biggest adjustments she’s made so far, but it sure was nice to sleep in her own bed this week. It was just her fourth

time home this year.

my fans, and my sponsors as much attention as I can and still try to “It’s a huge balance and that’s focus on my game and move that something I really learned about world ranking up from number this year is time management, and three a little bit closer to the top.” still focus on what’s important,” she said. “At the end of the day, Smiths Falls Mayor Shawn Panif I don’t golf well then nothing kow presented the girls with the else matters. I’m still trying to give Canadian flag on which hundreds

of residents signed messages of Grinning from ear to ear, Brooke well wishes to be sent to the Olym- unraveled it and wrapped it around her shoulders, while the pic Games in Rio. young crowd gathered at the front “Unfortunately, the flag got hung of the staged chanted ‘MVP’. up at customs in Rio and never made it,” Pankow said as he un- “You’re our Olympian,” the mayor raveled the flag, which made its said to a huge ovation.

With files from Laurie Weir way back home.

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Rookie Year: 2015 Career Earnings: $4,006,205

Rookie Year: 2015 Career Earnings: $4,180,329

Rookie Year: 2009 Career Earnings: $3,585,521

Credits her dad as having the most influence on her career...Started playing golf at the age of 5 1/2...

Hobbies...Swimming and tennis...Qualified for the LPGA in her first attempt.

She started the game by herself...Hobbies include reading and listening to music...She has two siblings.

Started playing golf at the age of 10...Credits her father and watching Se Ri Pak win the 1998 U.S. Women’s Open, as most influencing her career...

Hobbies include going out to eat with friends and playing computer games, especially Sudden Attack…

Qualified for the Tour by finishing fourth on the 2008 Duramed FUTURES Tour season-ending money list.

LPGA Victories (6 wins, 1 major): • 2017 Manulife LPGA Classic • 2016 Yokohama Tire LPGA Classic, Kingsmill Championship presented by JTBC, LPGA Volvik Championship, RICOH Women’s British Open, CP Women’s Open

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7. In what year was the first PGA Championship held?

A. 1914 B. 1915 C. 1916

7. C. 8. Charles Edward Sands.

3. A standard golf hole has a diameter of 100 millimetres.

10. In 1868, when I was 17 years old, I became the youngest player in history to win the British Open. I beat my own father, who was the tournament’s reigning champion — and its oldest winner!

1. False. Twice, in 1900 and 1904.

2. The inventor of the Stimpmeter was named Edward Stimp.

the only to have won three years in a row.

2. False. It was Edward Stimpson.

3. False. 108 millimetres.

6. Which of the following players has won the most Masters Tournaments?

A. Jack Nicklaus B. Tiger Woods C. Arnold Palmer

9. Along with Robert T. Jones Jr., Ben Hogan and Jack Nicklaus, I’m one of only four players to have won the U.S. Open four times — and

9. Willie Anderson (1901, 1903, 1904 and 1905).

10. Tom Morris Jr.

TRUE OR FALSE? 1. Golf was featured three times at the Summer Olympics prior to the 2016 Games in Rio.

WHO AM I? 8. I’m the tennis player and golfer who won the very first men’s golf tournament at the 1900 Paris Olympics.

4. True.

MULTIPLE CHOICE 5. How many wins did the late Sam Snead register on the PGA Tour?

A. 82 B. 83 C. 84

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2017 LPGA Canadian golfing legends Lorie Kane (left) and Brooke Henderson flank Kanata’s Zander Zatylny, a CHEO cardiac patient and child ambassador of the CP Women’s Open at the Ottawa Hunt and Golf Club on June 21.

The event served as a preview of what fans can expect when the Open comes to the Ottawa course Aug. 21 to 27.

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During the CP Women’s Open press conference and preview July 21 at the Ottawa Golf and Hunt Club, CP anbassadors Brooke Henderson and Lorie Kane took part in a skills competition to raise funds for the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario, the 2017 Canadian Women’s Open’s charity of choice.

A star of the press conference, flanked by Henderson and Kane, was Kanata’s Zander Zatylny.

The CHEO cardiac patient was born with a rare congenital heart defect in which there is just one heart blood vessel, restricting blood flow.

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“It means so much,” Chrystal Raymond said of her seven-yearold son’s role as the 2017 Women’s Open child ambassador.

Zander was born with truncus arteriosis, as well as a hole in his heart that was corrected during his first open-heart surgery when he was just 22 days old.

A second operation followed when he was one, and stents were inserted at age two to ensure unrestricted blood flow. His last operation was in September.

“He’s had eight stents in his heart,” Raymond said.

Zander returns to CHEO’s cardiac catheterization lab every six months for check-ups, more often if intervention is needed.

CHEO pediatric cardiologist, Dr. Suzie Lee, said funds raised through the national championship tournament and Canadian Pacific’s heart charity campaign

Kane is also no stranger to playing the Hunt, having competed there in 1994 and again in 2008 – the only two times the club has hosted the national women’s championship.

will help the hospital upgrade its cardiac catheterization lab and also allow it to serve radiologists.

Ottawa to help raise $2 million through the tournament and the rail company’s charity campaign.

The lab is home to specialized X-ray equipment, and is where catheter wires and tubes can be inserted in patients’ veins to diagnose or repair heart problems.

At age seven, Zander may not yet realize the full impact of his role as the young face of CHEO’s specialized lab, but his parents know how important it is to share his story.

“Our lab is aging and technology advances,” Lee said. “The newer labs available will be able to give us as good imaging or even better imaging with less radiation dose, particularly for our smallest patients.”

Kane took the opportunity at the press conference to challenge

“That’s what we tell Zander,” Raymond said. “We said, ‘Because you’re trying to help raise this money you’re not only helping yourself, you’re helping hundreds of thousands of kids eventually.’”

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“There will be nine holes very familiar to everyone, and there will be nine holes that will be most familiar to Brooke,” Kane said.

“Then it’s just having the comforts and then also the discomforts of playing at home,” Kane said of the pressures that come with playing in front of a hometown crush of fans.

In terms of the pressure Henderson will face playing so close to home, Kane has some advice: “Enjoy it ... Dawn Coe-Jones, who was a dear friend of mine and a Canadian Hall of Famer as well, that we lost (to cancer in 2016). “She told me to treat the fans and Canada as the extra club in the bag.”

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Ottawa golf pro Kevin Haime says the average golfer can learn a lot by watching LPGA golfers in the CP Women’s Open at the Ottawa Hunt and Golf Club.

Haime is one of Canada’s leading golf instructors.

In 2000, he received the Canadian PGA’s National Teacher of the Year Award, the top recognition for golf instructors in Canada.

He notes that higher handicap golfers frequently swing off balance. This does not happen with the LPGA pros whom he says are disciplined swingers of the club who always stay in balance.

While the PGA pro’s swing relies on power and velocity, the LPGA women’s game is based on rhythm and balance. He says that there’s a lot to be learned

by watching how these LPGA pros hit the golf ball with great rhythm and with such ease.

As to where to watch these LPGA pros during the CP Women’s Open, he advises picking a favourite golfer or two and follow them for a whole round one day and then on another day pick out a couple of viewing spots on the course and stay there, watching the golfers as they play through.

He says that there are a couple of nice vistas at the Ottawa Hunt that are good viewing spots.

One is behind the par-three eighth green. From there, a spectator can also watch drives and approaches on the par-4 7th hole and also see the shots on the short par-three 17th hole as well.

Another good viewing spot is behind the 15th tee where a spectator can not only see the players play that hole but also can see the approach shots to the par-5 9th and 18th holes.

Haime describes the Ottawa Hunt as a target golf course or, as he says, “a second shot golf

course.”

While the greens are not small, there are small landing areas within the greens and so the golfers who are hitting their irons well and can control the spin on their approach shots will score well.

He says that the Ottawa Hunt will not be an overly intimidating course for these LPGA pros and will provide a lot of birdie opportunities for them. He predicts that these golfers are going to impress golf fans with their scoring, saying the winning score could be as low as 20-under par.

But Haime acknowledges that as happens with every tour level event, weather and pin positions can really affect scoring.

“No matter what, though, I’m expecting a few really low rounds,” Haime says.

“The course just isn’t long enough to stop all the world’s best women golfers.”

Haime acknowledges the story of the week will be the play of

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Brooke Henderson of Smiths Falls who is one of the top golfers on today’s LPGA tour.

“I’m expecting a pretty exciting week for Brooke,” he says, calling her a special athlete who responds well to pressure, something that will be needed as he says that things will be kind of crazy around her at the tournament, with huge crowds no doubt following her on the course.

Haime recommends attending the tournament for any golf fans.

Indeed, he himself will be there on site as he is doing radio reports from the Hunt on the Thursday and Friday of the tournament.

This is not an unfamiliar role for him as he has hosted a live call-in radio show “Tee It Up” on TSN 1200 radio for years, providing golf instruction and covering golf news.

Haime, who attended the University of Illinois on a golf scholarship in the 1980s, has been instructing golf for 26 years. In 2007 the PGA of Canada recognized him for his outstanding

contribution to the game of golf.

He operates the Kevin Haime Golf Centre and the Kevin Haime Golf School at 560 Hazeldean Road adjacent to the Carp River between Kanata and Stittsville.

The 2017 CP Women’s Open will be played at the Ottawa Hunt and Golf Club during the week of Aug. 21 to Aug. 27. This will be the third time that this championship tournament will be hosted at the Ottawa Hunt, with the tournament held there previously in 1994 and 2008.

The Ottawa Hunt and Golf Club has hosted a number of notable championships during its 107year history including the 1994 Du Maurier Ltd. Classic, the 2008 Canadian Women’s Open, the 1932 Canadian Open and three Canadian Amateur Championships in 1937, 1960 and 1970.

The course was originally crafted by renowned golf architect Willie Park and was redesigned in 20132014 by international golf course designer Dr. Michael Hurdzan.

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