Our Local ROYAL CANADIAN Legion News

For hall rentals or more information about ongoing activities, please call the individual Legion Branch. We welcome submissions to editor@thepromoter.ca. Deadline for the next issue is Wednesday, May 3, 2023

Branch 77 Lakefield (705) 652-7988

• Tuesdays – Darts – 7:30pm

• Thursdays – Shuffleboard – 1pm

• Thursdays – Darts – 7pm

• Fridays – Snooker – 1pm

• Fridays – Shuffleboard – 7pm

• Saturdays – Weekly Meat Draws – 4pm

• Call 705-652-7988 for current events

Branch 238 Fenelon Falls (705) 887-3041

• Hall rental available – Contact Branch

Branch 239 Bobcaygeon (705) 738-2710

• April 22 – Vintages Dance – 7pm to 10pm. Admission $5• May 20 – Mrs. Brown’s Boys Marathon of Episodes – 7pm Watch this hilarious British comedy on a large screen! Include s “best offer sale’ of several items. Admission $5 – Age of Majority Event – Intermission and bar. Call 705-738-2710 to book a seat

• May 27 - Loonie Auction - Doors open at 5pm, Tickets are $6 available at the bar. Fabulous items to be auctioned including

Branch 441 Kinmount (705) 488-3462

• Fridays - Bingo - $500 Progressive jackpot; $300 must go each week

Branch 497 Omemee (705) 799-5095

• April 22 – The Decades Band – 7pm –Tickets are $15 available at the Legion

• April 29 – Acreman Dart Tournament

– Mixed Teams – Register by April 22 –16-team limit - $20 per person

Branch 519 Coboconk (705) 454-8127

• April 28 – Lunch & Music – BBQ Chicken or Liver & Onions $13 – 11:30 to 1pm –Followed by Country Music Jam from 1 to 4pm – Open Mic and local talent – Food Bank donations would be appreciated

• April 29 – Summit Loonie Auction – Doors open at 6:30pm – Admission is $10, light lunch included. First-come, first serviced capacity limit of 175 people. Raising money for the 2023 Fresh Water Summit Festival.

65” Large Flat Screen TV, digital wine cooler, bar refrigerator. Scratch tickets are available.

• Wednesday - Drop in darts - 7p.m. $5 per person

• Thursday - Drop in shuffleboard - 6:30 pm. Cost is $5pp per week

• Tuesday Night Doubles Dart League –Competitive league – 8pm - $5pp per night – Limited to 40 players, please call the Branch to register

• Saturdays - Meat Draw - Weekly at 5pm

• Tuesdays – Darts – 7:30pm

• Thursdays – Mixed Darts – 7:30pm

• Fridays – Drop-in Coffee Time – 8am to 10:30am

Tuesdays – 1pm – Euchre

Tuesdays – 7pm – Open Darts

1st Wednesday – 10am – Big Buck Euchre - $15 per person

• Saturdays – Music & Meat Roll – Music at 2pm – Meat roll at 3pm

• For more information contact Legion 705-454-8127

Branch 184 Woodville & District (705) 439-2397

April 27 - Legion Luncheon – 11:30am to 1pm – Soup, sandwich and dessert with tea or coffee

• 3rd Sunday of each month – Country Music Jam.

Branch 67 Lindsay (705) 324-2613

• Mondays – Progressive Euchre – 7pm - $5 per person

• For information about upcoming events

• Tuesdays - Country Line Dancing

Lessons – 7 to 9pm - $10 per person and regular activities, call the Legion Branch at 705-324-2613 or follow us on Facebook guiderail maintenance, roadside mowing, storm sewer flushing, bridge maintenance, streetlight/traffic signals, noxious weeds, and sidewalk/curb maintenance.

4th Thursday – Luncheon – 11:30am to 1pm - Serving soup, sandwich and dessert with tea or coffee. $10pp. Take out orders, please call 705.439.2397.

In the 2023 approved budget for the City, the Roads Operations division has a budget of just over $30 million to invest in roads maintenance this year.

Residents Save Landfill Space

In 2022, the City of Kawartha Lakes introduced a bulky plastic recycling pilot program.

According to Waste Management, the program was a big success as it almost doubled the original diversion estimates.

Seventy tonnes of bulky plastic were diverted from the Lindsay Ops landfill last year, freeing up approximately 1715m3 of landfill space that could hold up to 1200 tonnes of compacted residential waste.

Staff estimate that the freed up space equates to an annual capital deferral savings of approximately $180,000 in equivalent landfill space.

Short Term Rental Update

A report from Aaron Sloan, Manager of Municipal Law Enforcement and Licensing at the City of Kawartha Lakes, was presented to Council at the Committee of the Whole Meeting earlier this month.

The report is based on community surveys and public information sessions since 2018, as well as correspondence, deputations and petitions regarding Short Term Rentals in CKL.

While four options were presented, staff have recommended that Council adopt a Licensing Bylaw. The service fee system and education component in currently in place will remain. In this licensing option, regulations will include license fees, ability to issue orders, various enforcement options, insurance requirements, a demerit point system, an appeal system for owners, license suspension and revocation process.

The intention of a licensing program is to create equal standards for all STR accommodations to use, to educate and guide owners and renters, and to create a focused control mechanism to address complaints (consequence and legal process). Should Council choose Option 2, as recommended, the Annual STR License fees could be $300 for hosted (property owner on-site) locations and $1,200 for un-hosted (property owner not on-site) locations.

The report will head to full Council for discussion and approvals.

Sturgeon Lake Fuel Spill

Some City of Kawartha Lakes residents are still dealing with the aftermath of a fuel spill on Sturgeon Lake.

According to City officials, at the end of March there was a fuel spill into Sturgeon Lake from Thurstonia Park near Dunsford. During their investigation, the City’s consultant for emergency spills, GHD, determined that the substance spilled was approximately 100 litres of weathered diesel fuel. The source remains unknown and GHD continues to analyze a series of tests that were conducted to help determine the source.

Since then, the City has been working with the responsible authorities to contain, cleanup and mitigate the effects of the spill. To date, they have been able to contain the affected shoreline area, extract all of the substances released and prevent any spread of the spill while the investigation into the source continues.

Approximately 30 homes in the area, that draw their water directly from the lake, received a Drinking Water Advisory from the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (HKPR) District Health Unit. The Health Unit will notify residents as soon as it is safe to use the water. In the interim, a Drinking Water Advisory (DWA) remains in effect.

City officials are coordinating with MECP to facilitate the reopening of the shore as soon as possible. Flushing and cleaning is scheduled to start on April 19 and last two to three days (weather depending). Water sample tests will determine when it is appropriate to open the shoreline.

The City is currently sourcing a supply of potable water for the homes identified in the DWA. Further details to follow when available.

Burn Bans All Around

It’s time for the annual daytime burn bans, and occasional total banning of fires anywhere depending on weather conditions.

In Trent Lakes, there is a daytime burn ban in effect until October 31. This means you can only have an open air fire between 6pm and 8am.

In the City of Kawartha Lakes, there’s a City-wide burn ban in effect for April, which means no campfires or burn barrels.

It’s just common sense, really. If it’s dry, don’t light the fire!

Bobcaygeon Music Notes

Submitted by April Scott

After the last concert, Bob Plummer handed in his resignation. He had been Chairman for a number of years and been a strong leader in every capacity. The whole Council wish him well for his future and for any endeavour he has in mind.

Liz Byrneshas accepted the challenge of following in his footsteps and we welcome her on board. Liz sat on Council previously but due to various circumstances had to resign. The Council is sure that whatever she has to bring to us will be beneficial.

The Christine Tassan concert in March was very well attended and we look forward to seeing the same audience in the Fall Music Alive concerts.

The Concerts in the Park are next on the agenda starting on July 6 at the locks. The following week will be Summer Music Camp at Settlers’ Village. All details for the camp can be found on our website bobcaygeonmusic.com along with an application form.

That’s all the news for now….enjoy this lovely weather.

Country Living At Its Best

Looking for renovation ideas or how to enhance your country living experience? This weekend, head out to the Fenelon Falls Community Centre for the Kawartha Lakes Country Living Show/

This popular show features more than 100 booths filled with products and services specifically targeted to the country home, farm and cottage owner. It’s the kick-off event of Summer and is not to be missed. With special thanks to the generosity of Sponsors there is no admission charge to attend the event.

This year’s show runs from April 21 to 23. Show hours are Friday, April 21 from 4 to 8pm; Saturday, April 22 from 10am to 5pm; and Sunday, April 23 from 10am to 3pm.

In addition to products and services for your home or cottage, the show also offers opportunities to connect with community organizations.

The Barn and Bunkie Hello Spring Sale returns and features an impressive showcase of local artisans offering everything from baked goodies and handmade gifts to signs, home decor, garden art and more.

This year, The Locker at the Falls, is hosting an onsite restaurant for guests and exhibitors.

Stop by and see The Kawartha Promoter while you’re at the show!

From The Kinettes

Submitted by Wendy Kimmett

Hello from the Bobcaygeon Kinette Club.

Our club has been busy with our Kin KINdness Day in February and is now organizing the “Spring Fling”, which will be on Sunday, May 7, 2023, at the Bobcaygeon Royal Canadian Legion.

Doors open at 11:30am with a light lunch at 12 noon. You will be entertained by Inspired 2 Dance Studios. There will be a Country Auction and Door Prizes. Tickets are $20 and available at Paradiso Fashion or contact Shirley at 705-731-7998. Proceeds from our Spring Fling will be going to Cystic Fibrosis. Kin Canada is Cystic Fibrosis Canada’s longest-standing partner, dating back to 1964.

Kin Canada has been a driving force behind Cystic Fibrosis research, clinical care and advocacy advancements. Over the years Kin members have contributed to the partnership in several ways, including donating and raising funds through events such as the Walk to Make CF History and organizing community fundraisers.

Today, more than 60 percent of Canadians with