The Kawartha Promoter - August 27, 2021 - Volume 31 Issue 16

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OVER THE BACK FENCE

The end of August is upon us and, let’s face it, it marks the end of an interesting summer. From the gypsy moth caterpillars to the scorching hot temperatures, not to mention the ongoing pandemic, it was a season for the record books. Now, we can look forward to (hopefully) cooler days and nights and enjoying our outdoor time with family and friends.

We also have a federal election to look forward to on September 20. I don’t know why we need to do this, at this time, but what will be will be. In the next few weeks, you can expect the candidates at your door or at community events, making their presence and party platforms known.

In the next Kawartha Promoter, going online on September 10, we’ll have local candidate bios for you and where the parties stand on important issues.

So stay tuned!

As the kids head back to school and businesses continue their recovery from the last 18 months, health

experts are predicting a fourth wave of the Coronavirus. As one who is double-vaxxed and continues to follow masking, gathering, and distancing rules, this makes me even angrier at those who refuse the shot. I spoke to a young man last week who was unvaccinated and quite indifferent as to why he hadn’t gotten the shot. When we started speaking, he had his mask under his nose. When I found out he was unvaccinated, I asked him politely to pull his mask up. I was masked and increased my distance from him. Then he told me he was going to start at Fleming next month, and he either has to prove he’s been vaccinated or get a COVID test every few days. So now, he’s “considering” getting the vaccine.

I know there’s a lot of misinformation out there about the vaccines. I see the nonsense on Facebook, news coverage of the fights that break out when opposite sides clash about it, and the so-called experts who need to have their say. What I do know is this – having the vaccine is better than not. Our numbers tell me all the story I need. editor@thepromoter.ca

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GET READY TO VOTE

The federal government, under Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, has called an election for Monday, September 20. Here is some information about how to vote.

ON ELECTION DAY

Vote at your assigned polling station on election day, Monday, September 20, 2021. Polls will be open for 12 hours (hours vary by time zone).

ON ADVANCE POLLING DAYS

Vote at your assigned polling station from 9am to 9pm on: • Friday, September 10 • Saturday, September 11 • Sunday, September 12 • Monday, September 13.

VOTE BY MAIL

To vote by mail, apply online or at any Elections Canada office across Canada. Don’t wait – deadlines apply. You must apply before Tuesday, September 14 at 6pm. You will vote using the special ballot process.

Once you have applied to vote by special ballot, you can’t change your mind and vote at advance polls or on election day.

AT ELECTIONS CANADA OFFICES

There are over 500 Elections Canada offices open across Canada. Vote at any one of them before Tuesday, September 14 at 6pm. You will be using the Special Ballot process.

The offices will be open shortly and then open seven days a week: • Monday to Friday: 9am to 9pm • Saturday: 9am to 6pm • Sunday: noon to 4pm VOTING BY SPECIAL BALLOT Special ballot voting is the process to be used when people vote by mail, at any Elections Canada office, in a hospital or by members of the Canadian Forces voting at a military poll.

The deadline to apply to vote by special ballot is Tuesday, September 14 at 6pm. If you apply to vote by special ballot in this election, marked ballots must be returned by Monday, September 20. If you are voting in your own riding, marked ballots must be received by the time polls close in your riding. Otherwise, marked ballots must be received by 6pm Eastern time on election day.

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When you vote by special ballot, your ballot won’t have a list of candidates to choose from. Instead, there is a blank space for you to write the name of the candidate you’re voting for. If you are voting by mail, you will receive a voting kit with detailed instructions.

If you are voting at a local Elections Canada office, an election worker can help you if you have questions. If you just write in the name of the party you are voting for, your ballot will not be counted.

The list of candidates is not final right away.

Candidates continue to be confirmed until Monday, August 30. To find the most recent list of confirmed candidates, check the online Voter Information Service or contact Elections Canada. The list is updated daily, but the final list will not be available until after the nomination process closes on Monday, August 30.

If you are voting at an Elections Canada office, ask an election worker for the current list of confirmed candidates in your riding.

When it’s time to count the ballots, election workers will open all of the signed outer envelopes and remove all of the unmarked inner envelopes. They will then return only the unmarked inner envelopes to the ballot boxes and mix them up. In this way, no envelope can be traced back to the voter and the vote is kept secret.

You can find out much more at www.elections.ca.

KAWARTHA FARMFEST BACK FOR 2021

Kawartha Farmfest is returning for the 19th year on Saturday October 2, 2021. The self-driving tour features 14 stops, including nine operational farms, local farmers’ markets and Kawartha Dairy. Health and safety protocols will be in place to ensure the safety of participants.

Kawartha Farmfest is a family event that connects people to local food producers. It showcases some of the region’s agricultural producers, sellers and retailers and provides a safe and welcoming hands-on experience. During the one-day event, participating host farms open their doors to provide tours and answer questions about their operation. Kawartha Farmfest is both a celebration of agriculture and brings the community together to explore, learn and grow.

“It’s exciting to see that interest continues to grow in Kawartha Farmfest,” said Kelly Maloney, Economic Development Officer for Agriculture. “Interest in agriculture is on the rise and it could not come at a better time. The City of Kawartha Lakes has so much to offer when it comes to local food producers.”

Farms on the Tour • Crow Hill Farm, Cameron – Sheepfest • Lunar Rhythm Gardens, Janetville – Veggiefest • Mariposa Woolen Mill, Oakwood – Woolfest • O’Brienview Organic Farm, Cameron – Organicfest • Small Hooves Big Hearts, Omemee – Minifest • Stellmar Farm, Little Britain – Pumpkinfest • Three Forks Farm, Bobcaygeon – Pigfest • Valentia Equine Retraining Center, Little Britain – Horsefest • Wilson’s Fresh Blueberries, Lindsay – Blueberryfest Farmers’ Markets • Bobcaygeon Farmers’ Market • Lindsay Farmers’ Market • Kinmount Farmers’ Market Kawartha Dairy • Kawartha Dairy Bobcaygeon • Kawartha Dairy Lindsay Participants will select in advance which stops they wish to make and book while purchasing tickets; they can make as few or as many stops as they choose.

Admission is $5 and kids under 14 are free. Tickets are available online only until October 1, 2021 at 6pm by visiting KawarthaFarmfest.com.

entertainment acts.

“We’re excited by the possibility of holding a traditional LEX and giving our community and exhibitors something to enjoy during these challenging times,” stated Lois Batty, President of the Lindsay Agricultural Society. “We already have 25 teams committed to the horse pull – almost double the field we had in 2019. We’ve been planning for almost a year to be able to hold as safe an event as possible during the pandemic.”

Free admission is planned on opening day – Friday September 17 with the traditional parade and the full midway open for LEX goers.

Online entries are open for all the competitions at the LEX from livestock to homecraft to junior arts. Prize Books are available online or a limited number of hard copies are available at the LEX office.

Tickets will be available online starting the first week of September. More details are available at www.

LindsayEx.com and through the Lindsay Agricultural Society’s social media channels on Facebook and Instagram.

LEX WILL RUN FOR 10 DAYS

The Ontario government is providing $2,392,400 to help the City of Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County deliver critical services, create longer-term housing solutions and keep vulnerable people safe.

“With this new investment, the City of Kawartha Lakes Consolidated Municipal Service Manager has

The 167th Lindsay Exhibition will proceed as an in-person event from September 17 to 26 with a theme of “Celebrating our Community.”

All the favourites are returning – livestock shows, demolition derby, midway rides and games, a country music concert, The WoofJocks Canine All-stars, DooDoo the Clown, vendors, and fair food.

New events for 2021 will include evening rodeos, a horse scenting demonstration -- horses trained to locate people in search and rescue -- and a market turkey show.

The LEX has been stretched from the traditional 5 days to 10 to allow for social distancing and implementing COVID-19 safety protocols. People will be required to wear masks indoors and at the grandstand shows, including the country music concert. As well, capacity limits will be in place for buildings and the grandstand.

“We tried to find a balance between holding an authentic Lindsay Exhibition with all the elements that people expect,” said Harry Stoddart, General Manager of the LEX, “and minimising the risk of spreading the COVID-19 virus. We will be meeting or exceeding all the regulations put in place by the Ontario government and the Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge Health Unit.

For example, all midway staff will be required to be fully vaccinated.”

Amberley Beatty will be returning to the LEX with her Patsy Cline tribute show as part of an entertainment line-up that will include a number of local bands and

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MORE SUPPORT FOR VULNERABLE PEOPLE

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received a total of $8,337,030 for the administration of Social Services programs in the City of Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County through the Social Services Relief Fund,” said Laurie Scott, MPP for HaliburtonKawartha Lakes-Brock. “This funding will support local shelters, create longer-term housing solutions and help vulnerable community members affected by COVID-19.”

This is part of the province’s additional $307 million investment to help municipalities and Indigenous community partners respond to COVID-19.

This investment builds upon the $765 million dollars of Social Services Relief Funding (SSRF) announced in 2020/2021, for a total support to communities of over $1 billion.

“We’d like to thank the Ontario government and MPP Laurie Scott for this new phase of funding,” commented Rod Sutherland, Director of Human Services, City of Kawartha Lakes. “The Social Services Relief Fund has provided direct support to many vulnerable groups in Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton

County, including those who are homeless, at-risk of becoming homeless and those in need of additional support to meet their basic needs. It is hoped that this funding will further assist in meeting short term COVID-19 recovery needs, as well as help build longer term solutions.”

Municipalities and Indigenous community partners can use the funding to protect homeless shelter staff and residents, add to rent banks, build affordable housing, and support plans to prepare for potential future outbreaks and/or emergencies.

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NEW MOH IN PETERBOROUGH

The Board of Health for Peterborough Public Health has announced that Dr. Thomas Piggott will serve as the area’s new Medical Officer of Health starting December 1, 2021.

“The Board of Health was very impressed with Dr. Piggott’s extensive track record in public health and we are confident he’ll serve our community with the care, passion and scientific expertise our residents have come to expect from their Medical Officer of Health,” said Andy Mitchell, Chair of the Board of Health for Peterborough Public Health (PPH). “We look forward to his leadership at this dynamic time in public health, both locally and provincially.”

The Board of Health has also confirmed coverage for the period between Dr. Rosana Salvaterra’s departure in late September and Dr. Piggott’s arrival on December 1. Dr. Ian Gemmill, former Medical Officer of Health (MOH) for Kingston-FrontenacLennox-Addington Public Health will provide medical direction to PPH, and Larry Stinson will serve as interim CEO. In addition, Donna Churipuy will serve as Incident Commander for the COVID-19 pandemic

to ensure continuity in PPH’s emergency response.

Dr. Piggott is coming to the role of MOH/CEO of Peterborough Public Health with experience working at various levels of public health in Canada and Internationally. Most recently, Dr. Piggott has been Medical Officer of Health and VP lead for Population Health and Rural and Remote Health in the northern region of Labrador-Grenfell Health. Dr. Piggott has experience in collaborative Indigenous public health in Canada and internationally. Through the COVID-19 pandemic, he led a response in solidarity with Indigenous governments in Labrador for outbreak prevention and a fair vaccination rollout prioritizing Indigenous communities.

Dr. Piggott enjoys family time with his wife, a family physician, and their two young daughters. In their free time they all enjoy being engaged in their community and outdoor activities including hiking, running, bicycling, swimming, gardening, and camping.

KL-OHT ANNOUNCES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Kawartha Lakes Ontario Health Team (KLOHT) has announced that Stephanie MacLaren will be joining the KL-OHT as Executive Director effective September 7, 2021.

Stephanie’s career in health care spans 20 years, most recently at Haliburton Highlands Health Services where she was Vice President of Community Programs.

Stephanie brings extensive experience in developing programs and system infrastructure to support equity oriented diabetes management; working with primary care providers and other system providers to advance the structure of coordinated care and supporting interorganizational teams to improve care for seniors and

individuals experiencing mental health issues. Her knowledge of care structures across the continuum of hospital and community sectors will inform and enrich the work and outcomes of the KL-OHT.

Ms. MacLaren said, “I believe that collaboration, innovation, and engagement with patients, caregivers, and service providers alike are the main ingredients in moving towards a system of coordinated and seamless care. I am excited to join the Kawartha Lakes Ontario Health Team to inspire and enable those aims.”

FRESH AIR BENEFIT CONCERT

Following vandalism in March of this year, and months of fundraising and community support, Gamiing Nature Centre will celebrate the reopening of The Discovery Shack at Gamiing Nature Centre, with a Benefit Concert on Saturday September 18. All proceeds will go towards the continuation of outdoor education for youth programs at Gamiing.

The musical lineup includes: • The folk/roots group Otonabee Moon with singer/ songwriter duo Phaedra Moon and Rebecca Goudy whose haunting harmonies and flowing guitar and mandolin rhythm bring heartfelt songs to life. Singing and playing both originals and covers that tell stories about the mysteries of life and love.

• Award winning Bluegrass multi-instrumentalist Marc Roy who brings a full rounded out sound to the band, along with some dizzying guitar.

Together, they create a warm, nostalgic, and

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engaging sound that is the way folk music is meant to be.

The event begins at 5pm with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and tour of The Discovery Shack, followed by a concert in the picturesque rustic Hayloft with refreshments.

Tickets are $25 and can be purchased through Eventbrite at www.eventbrite.ca/e/benefit-concert-atgamiing-nature-centre-tickets-168046998095

MUSIC COUNCIL NOTES

Submitted by April Scott

The Music Council recently held a monthly meeting when they discussed the probability of holding concerts in 2022.

All being well, there will be a Music Alive concert in the Spring and Concerts in the Park during July and August. Plans are also in the works for the Music Camp to be held. More information will be forthcoming and we are just waiting for COVID restrictions to be lifted.

This is all very exciting and we look forward to getting back to normal.

It’s been a very hot summer and we hope that everyone is staying safe and keeping as cool as they can even with wearing a mask. Visit and like our Facebook page for latest information and photos of 2019 Concerts in the Park.

ONLINE AUCTION FOR THE ARTS

The Kawartha Arts Festival has launched their first Online Art Auction to support artists who are missing the Festival for the second year in a row.

The auction features 37 pieces of art from 11 artists, including a Young At Art participant, and runs until 4pm on Sunday, September 5, which would have marked the closing of the 2021 Festival.

It’s easy to view the auction. Just go to the

Get ready to go back to school with a new craft from Trent Lakes Public Library! These free crafts are available at the Buckhorn branch while quantities last. Pictured above is Katalina Karaj who will start Grade Three in September. For more information, please call the Buckhorn branch at 705-657-3695 or email us at library@trentlakes.ca. Staff at TLPL wish students a great new school year.

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Kawartha Arts Festival’s Facebook page, check out the auction posts and place your bids in the comments.

Between now and the close of the auction, be sure to check back often to monitor the bidding action – you don’t want to miss out on your favourite piece.

The complete rules are posted with each item, and organizers are happy to answer any questions you may have about the individual pieces or the auction in general. Reach out to them in the comments section of the piece, via Facebook Messenger or by emailing canuck.indie.music@gmail.com.

Organizers hope you will take some time to support these artists who have lost many opportunities to showcase their work during the last 18 months, and whose livelihoods rely on the networking and sales at events like the Kawartha Arts Festival.

MORE SENIORS ELIGIBLE FOR DENTAL CARE

There’s reason to smile, as more older adults in the region may now qualify for a provincial program that pays the costs of dental care.

The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit is promoting new income limits that increase eligibility for the Province’s Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program (OSDCP). The publicly-funded program covers the cost of dental care for eligible low-income seniors who are 65 years of age and older. The OSDCP will pay for such procedures as dental checkups, fillings, fixing broken teeth, X-rays, removing teeth, and treating gum conditions and other infections.

To enable more seniors to access the program, the Ontario government is increasing income eligibility.

As of now: • A single Ontarian aged 65 and older who makes up to $22,200 per year is now eligible for the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program. The previous income limit was $19,300 per year.

• For couples, the combined income to qualify for the OSDCP goes up to $37,100 per year. This is a nearly $5,000 per year increase from the previous income cut-off.

“Many seniors on fixed incomes cannot afford to pay for dental care coverage, so having a program in place to help cover the costs is very important, especially when oral health can directly affect a person’s overall health,” says Anna Rusak, a Health Promoter with the HKPR District Health Unit. “We encourage local seniors to see if they qualify to take advantage of the increased eligibility for coverage under the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program.”

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People can visit the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program web page at www.ontario.ca to learn how to apply and print/download application forms.

Copies of the application form can also be picked up at local Health Unit offices or requested by mail. For more information and assistance to complete OSDCP applications, call the Health Unit at 1-866-888-4577, ext. 1247.

While applauding the expanded eligibility for the program, Rusak says there are also improvements that could be made to the OSDSP. These include: increasing awareness provincially about the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program so more seniors use it, streamlining the application process, and ensuring seniors in long-term care homes and retirement homes can access the program.

OFFICIALS VISIT LOCAL TORNADO SITE

On August 19, City of Kawartha Lakes Mayor Letham and Acting Fire Chief Terry Jones attended the several homes affected by the recent tornado along Royal Oak Road in Little Britain.

Officials from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing were on site to assess the damage and answer questions from residents. Laurie Scott, MPP, took a lead role in setting up the meeting to ensure that the damage sustained in Kawartha Lakes is considered for provincial funding.

The next steps are for the technical team to submit a report to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing for his decision. The Minister is solely responsible for the decision whether to open the Disaster Recovery Assistance Plan (DRAP) for the municipality, which would make funding available to the affected residents.

Ministry officials confirmed to residents at the meeting that a municipality does not need to declare a State of Emergency in order to open the DRAP. This decision is based on the extent of the damage and a specific set of criteria.

Mayor Letham commented, “The last weeks have been incredibly difficult for these residents, some who have lost their entire home and barn. They are working with their insurance companies to repair and rebuild during a pandemic and skyrocketing building costs.

From a municipal level, we are doing all we can to assist. We have waived tipping fees at the landfill and are expediting required permits.”

The Mayor continued, “I’m hopeful the DRAP funding will be available to residents in addition to insurance coverage. It was the same storm that created the damage in Kawartha Lakes as in Barrie, and in my opinion, should be considered for the same relief funding. We discussed this with ministry officials and are awaiting the decision from the Minister. The overwhelming support has been a comfort to the

families and a reminder of the caring community we have here in Kawartha Lakes.”

TURTLE CAMP FOR KIDS

The Turtle Guardians are at it again, hosting a virtual Turtle Camp. Participants can join in from anywhere for the live sessions and check-ins. There will be interactive sharing and experiences, great games, crafts and nature exploration.

• Learn how to identify all 8 of Ontario’s Turtle Species • Learn how to identify nesting turtles and turtle eggs • Discover the mysteries of the Chelonians • Meet the Teaching Turtles • Pass the turtle test and become a Level 1 Guardian!

• Meet new friends • Interactive sessions throughout the day • Learn how to help turtles

The camp is only $40 per household/email address and will be held over three days each morning until 3pm. Camps will be held on August 30 to September 1 and September 2 to 4.

Camp is recommended for children aged 5 to 12 and activities are geared to these ages; however, all ages are welcome.

For more information, visit www.turtleguardians. com.

THE EYES HAVE IT

If you’re a senior over 65, a youngster under the age of 20, or between 20 and 65 with a chronic medical condition, OHIP pays for eye exams with your optometrist. However, for a long time, the gap between what the Ontario government has been paying and the actual cost to the optometrist has grown, while the rate of “pay” has not. According to the Ontario Association of Optometrists, OHIP hands over only 40 percent of the cost.

So, Ontario’s optometrists will be taking job action starting September 1. They will not be seeing patients who are in the OHIP-covered group. And, if

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you thought you could just pay it yourself, think again.

It’s actually illegal to do that, apparently considered fraud, and you could be fined up to $25,000.

In a news release, officials with the Association say, “As a small business we are already under strain from a 3-month closure and are struggling more than ever. If things don’t change many of us are at serious risk of losing of our businesses, which will only make accessible and timely care more difficult for all of you.

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and a pandemic before we reached a breaking point.”

Let’s hope the two sides can reach an agreement soon. You can find out more and show your support at www.saveeyecare.ca.

A SALAD THAT’S BAD FOR YOU

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has announced a recall for Eat Smart brand Asian Sesame Chopped Salad Kit, sold across Ontario.

Curation Foods is recalling the product from the marketplace due to possible listeria monocytogenes contamination.

The recalled product is sold in 350g bags and has UPC code 7 09351 30169 8, with date codes AUG 24 2021, 2021 AU 24, and 2 0 A 221.

If you have the recalled product in your home, it should be thrown out or returned to the store where you purchased it.

OVERDOSE AWARENESS

International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31 coincides with a worrying increase in opioid overdose-related emergency department visits, hospitalizations and deaths in the region since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. In recent weeks, both Cobourg and Haliburton County have seen a rise in overdose incidents. Between April 2020 and March 2021, the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit has noted almost double the number of opioid-related deaths in its region (Haliburton, Northumberland County and the City of Kawartha Lakes) as compared to April 2019 and March 2020.

“These are more than statistics. These are real people who are overdosing and dying in our communities,” says Catherine MacDonald, a Registered Nurse and Substances and Harm Reduction Coordinator with the HKPR District Health Unit. “International Overdose Awareness Day is a time to remember those we’ve lost to overdose and to share in the grief of affected families. The day also reminds us that if we do our part,

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we can reduce the stigma surrounding overdose deaths and the likelihood of them happening again.”

‘Time to Remember, Time to Act’ is the theme of this year’s International Overdose Awareness Day, which is being marked locally on August 31 with events at the following locations: • Haliburton Village at Head Lake Park (13 York St.) from 10am to Noon.

• Lindsay’s Victoria Park (190 Kent St. W.) from 4 to 7pm.

Community members are invited to attend any of these events. Each venue will provide a safe space for community members to remember loved ones who died from overdoses, share stories, provide support, and help break the stigma associated with overdoses. These events are hosted by HKPR District Health Unit in partnership with PARN, Green Wood Coalition, Moms Stop the Harm and the John Howard Society. Refreshments will be available at events, with COVID-19 safety measures in place.

MacDonald also encourages people to intervene if they see someone who is overdosing. Call 9-1-1 and give the person naloxone. She notes the Good Samaritan Act protects anyone trying to help in an emergency from possible legal repercussions. The Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act also protects people on the scene of an overdose from being charged for possessing or using drugs.

MATTRESS RECYCLING IN TRENT LAKES

The Municipality of Trent Lakes is hosting a recycling event so you can get rid of your old mattress, box spring or futon.

The event takes place on Friday, September 24, Saturday, September 25 and Sunday, September 26 at the Bobcaygeon Transfer Station during regular Transfer Station hours. There’s a $20 disposal fee per item and the mattresses must be dry.

COVID-19 safety protocols are in place and, if deemed necessary, the event may be cancelled.

The Mattress Collection Event is in partnership with Recyc-Mattress Inc.

CAR TOUR SCAVENGER HUNT

The Bobcaygeon Fall Fair is inviting you to join in on an old-fashioned Car Tour. Tour historical points of interest, local landmarks, farm gate vendors, machinery, crops, livestock and agricultural sites in the Bobcaygeon area!

Register online at www.bobcaygeonfair.com or at the Farmers’ Market in Bobcaygeon on Saturday, August 21, September 11 and September 18. Registration will be open 8am to 12pm.

On each registration day, the first 150 in-person registrations will get a coupon from Kawartha Dairy.

While you’re on the tour find the answers to the provided questions. Answer the questionnaire in full and submit them to the Fair Office when complete.

Submissions will be judged by mid-October.

Find out more at www.bobcaygeonfair.com.

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For open hours and menu please visit www.cassisbistro27.com *New for 2021 LLBO patio at rear* Reservations highly recommended (705) 652-8045 Two Fat Greeks 1399 8th Line Smith, Lakefield 705-977-2602 Tuesday-Sunday : 11:00AM till 7:00PM Monday- CLOSED Cash or E-Transfer only Find us on Facebook & Instagram

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WHO ARE THE HOMELESS IN CKL AND HALIBURTON?

Submitted by Glenda Morris

“I didn’t know it was families”. Words from a supporter of A Place Called Home.

With the construction of a new shelter at 64 Lindsay Street South, and the fundraising campaign that goes with it, the volunteer Board of Directors of APCH and supporters find they have a welcome opportunity to increase public understanding of the agency’s mission and the population they serve.

Perhaps it’s a measure of the agency’s success that many local residents are surprised when they learn there is a homeless population in City of Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County making use of the services of A Place Called Home.

After all, they don’t see people sleeping on park benches. The need is real however, and now APCH needs $1.5 million to build a new shelter for the homeless women, men, and families in our community.

The new 19-bed purpose-built shelter will be pandemic-ready, fully accessible and structurally durable to meet the needs of the community for years to come.

So who are the homeless in CKL and Haliburton County? Let’s start with some numbers: • 193: the number of families and individuals sheltered at APCH in 2020 • 103: number sheltered first six months of 2021 • 22: number of children under 16 sheltered with their families in 2020 • 46: total number of residents currently receiving shelter • 20: number of children currently in shelter with families • 361: number of days in 2020 over normal capacity of 19 These numbers begin to tell a story. APCH serves folks from all walks of life -- families with children and individuals as well as 12

couples and youth. And their numbers are growing. While there may be a misunderstanding that the agency only serves “drug addicts”, Shelter Manager Nicole Bryant sets the record straight. “APCH serves anyone who has no safe place to sleep at night. The only qualifying factor is that someone be homeless, from our community and has no other safe options in their tool box.”

Right now the biggest client group is families with children. As Nicole says, “Homeless doesn’t discriminate”. You don’t even have to be jobless.

“Many of our residents work. We have lots of single guys here now working construction and lots of women with jobs both in town and out of town.”

So how is a homeless person different from you or me? Ask Nicole and she’ll tell you, “They work, have cars, go to the grocery store and parks.

They celebrate birthdays with their families, participate in youth groups or are members of churches. They volunteer their time with charities and go to the beach on hot days. We are literally all the same but some of us have hit a rough spot and are trying to get back up. That’s it.”

To help us get folks off the street and on their feet go to www.apch.ca or phone 705-340- 5863 and donate today.

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The Promoter Crossword # 302– By Charon Down 1 Wood shaping tool (4) 2 Miami baseballer (6) 3 ___ of faith (4) 4 Capri or Wight (4) 5 Really affectionate (and it rhymes) (5-5) 6 Scissors sound (4) 7 Dodgers' old home (8) 8 Lawyer's customer (6) 13 No ___ zone (3) 14 Rhythm in Rio (5) 15 This walker is a bit dull perhaps (10) 16 Released jailbird (2-3) 18 One flight above (8) 21 Something to pick up in a bar perhaps (3) 22 Art's partner (6) 26 Temper tantrum (6) 28 Bed size (4) 29 Scottish valley (4) 30 ____ friendly (4) 31 Deep and crisp and ___ (4) 19 Rescue copter (7)

Across 9 Explorer Sir Francis or Canadian rapper (5) 10 Rascal (9) 11 Lunar cover-up? (7) 12 Another word for 26 down (7) 13 Parking penalties e.g. (5) 15 Popular tablet loses the "i" (3) 16 Slippery swimmer (3) 17 Part of IOU (3)

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Round Bale Decorating & SCARECROW COMPETITION Sponsored by the Bobcaygeon Agriculural Society / Fall Fair Deadline for entries: Round Bale Decorating September 10th Scarecrows by September 10th Create a scarecrow to welcome Autumn to Bobcaygeon & our surrounding area!

Send a message of thanks & words of encouragement for everyone to enjoy!

How to participate in the Round Bale Decorating Competition: If you are a residential, business, service club or organization, church group or school group participant - create a round bale decoration and display it on your property that is visible to the public. Submit a picture with your info, business or club name, contact person name, location of bale, mailing address and contact number to bobcaygeonfair@gmail.com by September 10th. $25 Gift Card will be awarded to all participants of this competion

How to participate in the Scarecrow Competition: If you are a residential, business, service club or organization, church group or school group participant - create a scarecrow (at least 4' in height) and display it/them on your property that is visible to the public. Submit a picture with your info, business or club name, contact person name, location of round bale, mailing address and contact number to bobcaygeonfair@gmail.com by September 10th.

We will give special recognition to 1st-$30 gift card & 2nd - $20 gift card and all other entries will receive a $10 gift card from one of many local businesses that support our community.

All pictures will becom the property of the Bobcaygeon Argricultural Society / Fall Fair and will be posted on our website.

All Bale Decorations & Scarecrows to remain in place until after our Fair Weekend - October 2nd, 2021 After September 10th - A Round Bale Decorating & Scarecrow list with locations will be created and posted on our website for you to enjoy during a drive, walk or biking tour.

Some Bale Decorating will be located along our Scarenger Hunt Routes that will be taking place starting August 21st, Sept 11 &18th.

If you have any questions, please send them to bobcaygeonfair@gmail.com

Let's get creative and show off our talents for everyone to enjoy!

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Horoscopes

August 27 to Sept 10

By Melodie McCullough

Aquarius (Jan. 21 to Feb. 19) “Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.”: Ralph Waldo Emerson.

This is wise advice, Aquarius, if you are setting out on adventure – or any journey, simple or otherwise.

Pisces (Feb. 20 to March 20) Don’t give up on humanity, dear Pisces. There are still more good people on this Earth than bad. Find them and make them your own.

Aries (March 21 to April 20) Learn to laugh at yourself, Aries, not others! Make light of your mistakes because no one is perfect – and they will not matter one whit down the road.

Taurus (April 21 to May 21) Take time to heal, Taurus. Grief is a life-long process from which you will continue to learn. You may never be able to mend completely, but with love and understanding age may soften the worst.

Gemini (May 22 to June 22) Worrying will not accomplish your goals. In most cases it is a useless waste of time. Not only does it not help, it can hinder. Your time, Gemini, is much better spent on things over which you have control.

anticipate the needs of those yet to come. The past will give you wisdom; the future will give you hope.

Leo (July 24 to Aug. 23) Friends will move on, Leo. They will find new homes far away, new jobs, and, yes, new friends, too. But true friends will live in your heart forever.

Virgo (Aug. 24 to Sept. 23) Calmness is an enviable trait to have, Virgo. It has great power when all around you is chaotic. And it will bring you peace when others are hyperventilating!

Libra (Sept. 24 to Oct. 23) Your workload may increase in the coming days, Libra. Keep a level head – and don’t let it consume your life.

Scorpio (Oct. 24 to Nov. 22) Always make time for new experiences, Scorpio. They will keep you fresh and curious and help pass the rainy days!

Sagittarius (Nov. 23 to Dec. 21) Your talents are being recognized, far and wide, Sagittarius.

You may not hear from your admirers often but know that they ARE aware of your abilities and are watching your progress.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 20) Everyone needs a break, Capricorn, and now it’s your turn. So, take that little nap, or head off for a vacation – either will be most beneficial.

Cancer (June 23 to July 23) Appreciate those who have gone before you, dear Cancer, and

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Starting time is 10: 00 am. till about 11:00 a.m. You must remain in your car and set your radio to FM 90.5 Sorry no toilets will be available due to Covid Church bulletins available on door of church Saturday or when coming to service they will be handed out.

The following are the leaders of the services Aug. 29th Rev. Bob Quick Come join our services in God’s beautiful Church parking lot.

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