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VALUE ALL WORKERS

As we live through the COVID-19 pandemic, the Lindsay and District Labour Council believes that collective demands for safety, dignity, respect, and fair wages are even more urgent this year. We point out that this crisis has shown what happens when public services are cut, privatized, or neglected. The importance of strong unions, and the value of frontline workers, has never been clearer. Workers and their unions are at the very heart of the recovery This Labour Day, let’s all celebrate and recommit to defending worker’s rights and public services in Canada, and to build a post-pandemic world that respects the value and the rights of all Canadian workers. Have a safe and happy Labour Day weekend from the Lindsay and District Labour Council. J. Mulhern, Lindsay

BIRTHDAY DRIVE-BY

Jack Hicks was born in Chatham, Ontario on August 13, 1920. He served in the Canadian Air Forces during WWII, stationed in the Outer Hebrides for 4 years. His British war bride Ruth Jackson arrived in Bobcaygeon ahead of him and was greeted by her new in-laws Roy and Shirley Hicks, who owned the Rockland House Hotel at the time. They spent their summers here while Jack attended the University of Toronto. Graduating as an engineer, he was hired by the Ford Motor Co. for the next 26 years. He held positions in Australia and Spain during that time. He and Ruth had two children; Timothy and Elizabeth. For many years Jack and Ruth enjoyed vacationing at their villa in Nerja, Spain as well as traveling extensively in Europe and Asia. Taking an early retirement, they moved to Bobcaygeon, where Jack enjoyed square dancing, hockey with the Old Timers, boating on the Trent Severn Waterway, learning how to build a cedar strip canoe and especially golfing at the Dunsford course. He has now lived in Bobcaygeon for 34 years and is well known for his outgoing personality, wonderful smile and interest in everyone he meets. A special 100th birthday drive-by is being planned to Jack’s home on King St. East. Cars will meet up at the Bobcaygeon Legion on Thursday, August 13 at 2:45pm. Come on out and help celebrate Jack’s birthday! D. Tilley, Bobcaygeon

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City Hall CAO PROVIDES RECOVERY UPDATE

At the July 28 Council meeting, Ron Taylor, CAO, provided a presentation to Council summarizing the City’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including a review of service levels and finances to date. STAGE 3 REOPENING • Most businesses and services can open in Stage 3, subject to compliance with varying health protocols and occupancy limitations. • Indoor gathering limits increased to a maximum 50 people, outdoor gathering limits increased to a maximum 100 people. • Childcare centres permitted to increase children attendance • Mandatory masks in commercial establishments will apply to all places of business or facilities that are indoors and open to the public. • Many services have returned including landfills, public swimming at Lindsay Recreation Complex, some library services and recreation facilities. For a full list of services that have been restored and those that remain closed, please see the City’s COVID-19 webpage. SUMMER SERVICE LEVELS In light of the provincial restrictions for gatherings and sports activities, the municipality has been outreaching to community groups to understand demand for local services and working toward the following targeted re-openings: • Fitness classes at Lindsay Recreation Centre beginning August 10, Gym (fitness equipment) to open August 31, by registration • Lindsay Arena (ice pads) to open August 17 subject to demand • Arena Halls (Fenelon Falls, Emily/Omemee, Little Britain and Lindsay) to open August 4 for bookings • Targeting 1-2 multi-function service centres to potentially open later in August/early September to provide certain services to the public (under review). LOCAL SERVICE PROVISION FOR SEPTEMBER/ OCTOBER Arenas Staff has polled user groups for 2020-21 ice pad bookings and interest expressed suggests strong demand for ice pad bookings, with many facilities exceeding on average 40 hours per week. In order to have the lead time to prepare ice pads and to provide community groups and leagues the assurance of ice availability, staff recommended to Council that six arenas (seven total ice pads) be

prepped for staggered openings through the fall based on demand: Lindsay will open first, followed by Fenelon Falls, Little Britain, Emily/Omemee if demand warrants. Following that, Woodville and Manvers arenas will open if warranted. These facilities are geographically spread out throughout the municipality, and partially staffed already or serving other functions. Health and safety protocols for the first opening at the Lindsay Recreation Complex on August 17 will involve strict parameters such as no access to dressing rooms and limited numbers of users. Oakwood, Bobcaygeon and Ops arenas would remain closed for the 2020-21 season, but could be available for public meetings, gatherings and other recreational functions. “User groups are going to need some flexibility as they’re dealing with unknowns. We’ll try to meet the demand while avoiding opening buildings that are not used to their full potential,” commented Mayor Letham. OTHER SERVICES REMAINING CLOSED • Provincial Offences in-person court matters remain closed until at least September 11. • Community Halls remain closed, to review demand and feasibility of openings beginning later in August, in consultation with Volunteer Management Committees, staff and the Health Unit. • The Armoury remains closed until at least September 1 to serve as a support field hospital, if necessary. • City Administration Buildings remain closed to the public. MUNICIPAL RECOVERY The Federal government has announced $4 billion in one-time emergency assistance to all Ontario municipalities over the next four to six months. This shared funding is targeted toward municipal operating relief, transit, social services and public health. Taylor explained that the City continues to target “break even” on the 2020 year-end budget, despite over $5.7 million in budget pressure due to the pandemic. To date, staff have generated $3.3 million in savings, leaving a remaining $2.5 million forecasted shortfall. Council directed staff to work with all departments to further reduce 2020 budgets. These could include suspending certain 2020 operating road programs such as ditching and brushing, deferring capital projects and maintaining limited public access to various buildings and facilities. Mayor Letham commented, “We’re trying to close the gap between revenues and expenses, and work toward a balanced budget. I believe our cautious approach to bringing services back will achieve this. It’s going to mean some continued inconveniences between now and year end, but I think our residents appreciate that we’re focused on delivering the essential services while keeping taxes as affordable as possible during these difficult times.”

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MORE RULES FOR BARS AND RESTAURANTS

There are now more rules in place for bars and restaurants reopening under Stage 3 of the pandemic recovery. “Protecting the health and well-being of all Ontarians has always been our top priority,” said Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health. “These additional measures will help reduce close contact between individuals in these settings, and support case and contact tracing, thereby limiting the spread of COVID-19.” In order to keep patrons of restaurants, bars, and other food or drink establishments safe, the amended orders will implement the following measures: • All patrons will be required to be seated at all times, in both indoor and outdoor areas, with limited exceptions; and • Bars and restaurants (and also tour boat operators) in Ontario will be required to keep client logs for a period of 30 days and to disclose the client logs to the medical officer of health or an inspector under the Health Protection and Promotion Act on request, which will support case and contact tracing. • Complementary changes are being made in respect of existing provisions relating to tour operators and tour boat operators. The Chief Medical Officer of Health and other public health experts continue to closely monitor the evolving situation to advise when public health measures or

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restrictions can be further loosened or if they need to be tightened. It remains critically important for everyone to continue following public health advice as more businesses and services reopen in Stage 3. This includes practising physical distancing with those outside your household or social circle, wearing a face covering when physical distancing is a challenge or where it is mandatory to do so, staying home when ill, and washing your hands frequently and thoroughly.

REMAIN VIGILANT, SAYS CKL MAYOR

While the City of Kawartha Lakes has lifted the local State of Emergency that has been in place since March, Mayor Andy Letham says this doesn’t mean the pandemic is over. “We’ve come a long way these last four months and things are looking up,” he said in a statement. Lifting the State of Emergency means we can no longer issue local orders to respond to unique local health emergencies. Thankfully, no local orders have been necessary. We’re in Stage 3 of re-opening and many more activities, businesses and services are available. We’re shifting from emergency response mode toward recovery, but in doing so, we all must be vigilant. “Our Emergency Operations team will continue to meet and stay in close contact as we monitor the situation. The Economic Recovery and Community Recovery Task Forces are working to solve challenges from ensuring vulnerable residents have what they need to supporting small businesses and re-energizing the economy. We wouldn’t be where we are today if our community hadn’t rallied and stuck to the rules over the past months. “On behalf of Council and the entire municipality, I’d like to thank everyone in Kawartha Lakes for their cooperation and support. I know it hasn’t been easy, and our community continues faces new challenges. Let’s be encouraged with where we’re at today, and hopeful about tomorrow.” Residents are asked to continue following all health precautions and Orders, including wearing a mask or face covering as prescribed by the Health Unit, maintaining physical distancing, practicing vigilant hand hygiene and staying home if you’re ill.

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The Ontario government is announcing the safe reopening of schools for in-class instruction beginning this September. The government has unveiled a plan that prioritizes the health and safety of students and staff, and provides school boards with unprecedented resources and flexibility, while accommodating regional differences in trends of key public health indicators. This plan was developed in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, the COVID-19 Command Table and pediatric experts. • Elementary schools (Kindergarten to Grade 8) will reopen with in-class instruction five days a week.

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with a normal daily schedule, five days a week, while most secondary schools will start the school year in an adapted model of part-time attendance with class cohorts of up to 15 students alternating between attending in-person and online. • Students from Grade 4-12 and school staff will be required to wear masks. “It’s been hard on families to balance work and child care, while kids have been separated from friends and other kids their own age. We want to get our kids back to school, but it has to be done safely,” said Premier Doug Ford. “That’s why we’ve worked with our public health experts, Ontario Health and the medical experts at SickKids to develop a plan that ensures students can return to the classroom five days a week in a way that protects the health and safety of our children, teachers, and school staff.” Parents will continue to have the option to enrol their children in remote delivery, which respects their fundamental role in making the final determination of whether they feel safe with their children returning to school. Based on the best medical advice available, the province is implementing additional public health protocols to keep students and staff safe when they return to school in September. To support the implementation of these protocols, the government is providing over $300 million in targeted, immediate, and evidence-informed investments. The Ministry of Education will continue working closely with public health and school boards to monitor and report on the health status of school communities, which is part of the government’s outbreak management plan. This plan outlines clear protocols and authorities of the multiple agencies and organizations involved in the public health landscape. In the event of positive cases of COVID-19 among students, parents, teachers, or other staff, these protocols will enable immediate action by health and education sector officials to identify, track, and mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in the education system. Every school board will have communication protocols in place to keep families informed.

SWING BRIDGE UPDATE

Significant rehabilitation work is scheduled to begin this September on three swing bridges along the Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site. Boat navigation will not be affected by this work. Bobcaygeon Swing Bridge: The rehabilitation of the Bobcaygeon Swing Bridge on Main St. at Canal St. may begin before the navigation season ends in mid-October, and will include a bridge closure for vehicular traffic at this time. Pedestrians can cross the canal at the lower lock gates; an accessible temporary pedestrian bridge will be installed across this area following the navigation season. Work is expected to be completed in spring 2021. Warsaw Road Swing Bridge (Parkhill Road East, Peterborough): Contractors are expected to mobilize in September 2020 to complete a full replacement of the steel swing bridge. It is expected that the bridge will close to vehicular traffic in October 2020, with construction scheduled to conclude in spring 2021. The new bridge will have a full highway load rating, and a sidewalk for pedestrian use. Large portions of the bridge will be constructed off site and assembled in place to reduce the length of the closure. Boundary Swing Bridge (near Bolsover): The Boundary Road Swing Bridge on Simcoe Street near Bolsover was constructed in 1902 and requires a full replacement of the steel swing bridge. The new structure will maintain the historic look of the original. It is expected that the bridge will close to vehicular traffic in October 2020, with construction scheduled to conclude in spring 2021. Further updates regarding specific timing will be provided by Parks Canada as they become available.

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INCREASING THE URBAN CANOPY

A new committee of concerned citizens has formed to increase the urban tree canopy in Kawartha Lakes. Canopy Project Kawartha Lakes (CPKL) has established a fund under the administration of the Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes (CFKL) to increase the urban tree canopy in the settlement areas of the city, while also adding to the understanding of the benefits of a greener and more diverse landscape. As John Ireland, one of the CPKL founders, explains, “any studies show that increasing the urban tree canopy helps mitigate storm water damage, decrease pollution and home energy consumption and increase property values. The mental health benefits of an urban forest, not to mention the opportunities to address food insecurity, are also incredible benefits.” Mackey Funeral Home Inc. and Stoddart Funeral Home have made a donation of $5,000 in order to establish the fund and will also facilitate memorial donations for grieving families who wish to plant a tree locally in memory of a loved one. “As we journey through our life we meet and are influenced by the people who are around us,” says Linden Mackey of Mackey Funeral Home Inc. “When the people are no longer with us our memories are our gift from them. Planting a tree in their memory shares their gift and provides comfort in many different ways to those who shelter or comfort under the tree.” The Fund will be administered by the Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes, and allocations will be determined by members of the Canopy Project. The first planting project that has been chosen by the group is the property owned by the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Kawartha Lakes on Lindsay Street in Lindsay. The group continues to identify future planting sites and is also meeting with community partners to increase the urban tree canopy through education, advocacy and hands-on projects that increase the number and quality of trees in the city. The Fleming Urban Forestry Technician program has provided valuable insights and is developing a management plan for the BGCKL site. To donate funds to the CPKL, people are encouraged to use of etransfer to the email info@ kawarthafoundation.ca. In a separate email, please provide your full name, address and date of deposit for the benefit of a tax receipt, as well as the answer to security question. You can also go to the website at www.kawarthafoundation.ca and follow the links on CanadaHelps to make a credit card donation directly. Otherwise cheques can be issued to Community Foundation Of Kawartha Lakes and mailed to: Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes Suite 211, Kent Place 189 Kent Street West Lindsay, ON K9V 5G6 Canopy Project Kawartha Lakes is a volunteer-led community group whose goal is to increase the urban canopy in the settlement areas of the City of Kawartha Lakes (CKL). To achieve that goal, CPKL concentrates 8

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its work in the following areas: Education, Advocacy, Execution and Community Integration. The founding members are: John Ireland, Trevor Hutchinson, Joli Scheidler-Benns, Alexis Benns, Paul Langham, Scott Robertson and Amy Terrill.

EDUCATION MAYHEM

By Deb Crossen

As parents and teachers get ready for back-toschool in September, there’s a level of anxiety when it comes to what the classroom will look like and really, how safe it’s going to be. The Ontario government is trying to put measures in place to make sure the Coronavirus doesn’t spread. Class sizes are smaller, physical distancing will be in required and masks will be a necessity (and perhaps fashion accessory) for students above Grade 4. But let’s be clear about this ... our teachers and educational assistants are going to be on the front lines. A friend of mine is an education assistant who works with special needs students. These kids require individual attention, and often it gets “up close and personal.” Now think about working like that while wearing a face shield and gloves. Think about how disruptive it might be for the child, who on a good day has anxiety and behavioural issues. Think about the EA who has to try to resolve issues with the child while worrying about the germs and possible spread of a virus that could send him or her to the ICU. I’m not saying don’t send the kids back to school. They need to try to reunite with heir friends, develop a “new normal” and get back to learning. I’m just saying that the provincial bodies, school boards and unions need to talk to the teachers and educational assistants, as well as other staff to make sure it’s done right the first time.

WATER TREATMENT FOR CURVE LAKE

The Government of Canada investing $2.256 million towards the design phase of a new water treatment system in Curve Lake First Nation: Peterborough-Kawartha MP Maryam Monsef said, “I am thankful for the collaborative partnership between Curve Lake and the Government of Canada as we announce funding for the design phase of a water treatment system in the community. I commend Chief Emily Whetung, Council, and all who came before them for their leadership and hard work. Over half of the long-term drinking water advisories in First Nations communities in Canada have been lifted since we formed government. We will continue the hard work necessary to ensure communities have clean, safe and potable water to drink.” According to a news release from Curve Lake First Nation Council, “This announcement follows almost 37 years of work by the First Nation, completing studies, tests, and research relating to the need for a clean water system in the community. The First Nation struggles with a lack of clean water, dry wells, water advisories and systems too small to serve the growing community. Though the community is located on a

peninsula, regulations and the lack of a distribution system have made it impossible to access this water.” “This announcement represents the largest step forward for water security in our community in almost half a century”, stated Chief Emily Whetung. “Our community cannot grow, build houses, become selfsufficient or develop our business community in any substantial way, without access to clean and reliable water. Today, I am proud to have been a part of the hard and persistent work of our Council and staff, which has led us to this very exciting step. We greatly appreciate the support from Indigenous Services Canada and look forward to working with their team through the design phase and making the Curve Lake Water Treatment Plant a reality.” The $2.2 million dollars will be released over two years and will be used to undertake the detailed design work, engage a Value Engineering firm and a Professional Quantity Surveyor.

BARGAINS GALORE AT THE BCC

Are you missing your summer yard sale fix? Well, here’s a solution to that! The Buckhorn Community Centre has converted four of its pavilions in the park into Bargain Barns! Physical distancing, masks and other safety measures are in effect, of course, but it’s a great place to find your next treasure. The BCC Bargain Barns are open Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 10am to 2pm. Visit www. buckhorncommunitycentre.com for more information and upcoming events.

OLD MILL COMMUNITY MEETINGS

City of Kawartha Lakes Council has initiated a Heritage Conservation District (HCD) Study for the Old Mill neighbourhood in Lindsay. “Public engagement and community meetings are an important part of the designation of a heritage

conservation district, as they help us to identify and protect the things most important to our community,” said Emily Turner, Economic Development Officer – Heritage Planning. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to continue physical distancing, both meetings will be held virtually as ZOOM webinars. These first sessions will introduce the HCD study process, outline the next steps and allow for preliminary questions. Both sessions will contain the same content. Please register online ahead of time follow the links at www.kawarthalakes.ca. • Thursday, August 13, 2020 from 7pm-9pm • Tuesday, August 18, 2020 from 7pm-9pm

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Health & Wellness NEED TO SEE THE DOC?

The Kawartha North Family Health Team has announced the reopening of the Fenelon Falls Clinic. The Bobcaygeon Clinic is also open at this time. Both facilities are adapting to the new way of working with safety measures in place. Please note they are not able to see anyone with respiratory symptoms at this time. Bobcaygeon Clinic • Open Tuesdays from 4pm to 7pm by appointment only. • Call 705-738-5575 prior to 3pm the day of the clinic and leave message for booking. • Patients must wear a mask and wait outside until advised to come in. Fenelon Falls Clinic • Open Friday from 9:30am to noon by appointment only. • Call 705-887-3535 ext. 21 between 8am and 10am on the morning of the clinic to book an appointment. • Patients must wear a mask and wait at the Pharmasave back door until advised to come in.

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WEST NILE DETECTED

As if we don’t have enough to deal with during the pandemic, Peterborough Public Health has found some mosquitoes in the City of Peterborough THAT have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). The mosquitoes were trapped from July 20 to 23, 2020. This is the first positive mosquito pool found in Peterborough this year. During the summer months and early fall, PPH sets traps weekly throughout the City and County of Peterborough to gather mosquito specimens for WNV testing. “Now that we’ve identified mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus in our area, it’s especially important that residents take care to prevent mosquito bites,” said Wanda Tonus, Public Health Inspector. “This is a good reminder for residents to get rid of any standing water in their yards and to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites.” Ms. Tonus noted that the majority of WNV cases do not show symptoms. About 20 percent of infected people may have a mild flu-like illness with fever, headache, and body aches, occasionally with a skin rash and swollen lymph nodes or other non-specific symptoms that last several days. Other symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, or eye pain. Less than one percent of infected people will develop neuroinvasive disease, with older age groups and males disproportionately affected. Although the risk of becoming infected is low, prevention against mosquito bites is the best protection. Individuals can protect themselves from bites in several ways: • Cover up when going outside between the hours of dusk and dawn. Remember to wear a longsleeved shirt or jacket and long pants (tucked into your socks for extra protection) • Light-coloured clothing • If you will be outside for a long time, wear special clothing that is designed to protect you from bugs. • Use insect repellant containing DEET. DEET is a powerful chemical. Always read the label

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KINMOUNT CLEAN-UP CONTINUES

In the aftermath of the F2 Tornado that hit Kinmount on Sunday, the Municipality of Trent Lakes continues to offer support in the clean up efforts. Trent Lakes Public Works and Emergency Services responded immediately, working to ensure all of the roads were open and passable by Sunday night. Hydro One has been on site replacing hydro poles and ensuring dangerous electrical conditions have been repaired. At this time, residents are asked to please be aware of workers and, if possible, to stay clear of these areas.

LONG-TERM CARE COMMISSION

The Ontario government has launched an independent commission into COVID-19 and longterm care. Three commissioners will investigate how COVID-19 spread within long-term care homes, how residents, staff, and families were impacted, and the adequacy of measures taken by the province and other parties to prevent, isolate and contain the virus. The commission will also provide the government with guidance on how to better protect long-term care home residents and staff from any future outbreaks. “We are moving forward with a transparent, independent review of our long-term care system. We will do whatever it takes to ensure every senior in the province has a safe and comfortable place to call home.”” said Premier Doug Ford. “The people of Ontario deserve a timely, transparent and non-partisan investigation,” said Dr. Merrilee Fullerton, Minister of Long-Term Care This independent commission has the power to conduct an investigation, including compelling persons to give or produce evidence, issuing summons, and holding public meetings. The commission’s findings

are delivered within the timeframes set out by the Minister of Long-Term Care in the Terms of Reference, allowing investigations to be completed in months, rather than years. The commissioners are expected to deliver their final report by April 2021.

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Working to balance patient and team member safety with the need for families and loved ones to be together, Ross Memorial Hospital has expanded its visitor guidelines. Effective immediately, the hospital is allowing: • One visitor per patient, 1 visit per day • 2 visitors per day for palliative care patients • Patients with appointments or attending the Emergency Department should come alone, unless a support person is essential. Guidelines • Visitors must be over the age of 16 (visitors to palliative patients will be considered on a caseby-case basis) • Visits are available between 8am and 8pm • Enter at the main entrance, clean your hands with hand sanitizer and answer screening questions honestly • You’ll be provided with a sticker to wear for the duration of your visit • You must provide your full name and contact information • Bring a mask if you have one or you will be provided one. Keep your mask on throughout your visit. • Food/drink must not be consumed while visiting. You may bring food/drink for the patient, if it does not require storage or heating. • Do not bring animals to visit, with exceptions for service animals. • Check in with staff upon arrival to the unit. Stay in the patient’s room. Do not visit other areas in the hospital. • Once onsite, you cannot leave and return on the same day. • Maintain physical distance of 2 metres/6 feet or more from all hospital staff and patients • Sanitize your hands when entering/leaving the patient’s room, and at doorways and ‘high-touch’ surfaces. • Exit at the main entrance and sanitize hands as you are leaving. • As always, visitors should not visit if feeling unwell.

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BANNER OF HOPE

The Truth and Reconciliation Community Bobcaygeon (trcbobcaygeon.org) is a group of settlers on a journey to build relationships with Indigenous people. A banner with 10 squares has been created to represent some of the experiences gathered along the way. We continue the series of the stories that accompany the images of the squares.

Gidigaa Migizi (Doug Williams) By Peter Raymond

Doug is an Elder, historian, hunter, fisher, ceremonial leader, language keeper, story teller, past Chief and Director of Studies in PhD program in Indigenous Studies at Trent University in Peterborough, Ontario. In the Winter of 2015/2016, the United Church hosted story telling at Bobcaygeon Public Library with Doug Williams and Julie Kapyrka from Trent. Doug has a deep understanding of Indigenous history and an innate ability to communicate orally in a calm and humorous 12

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manner, with an amazing ability to tell stories for long periods of time direct from memory. From those early days, Doug has been a mentor and ally with TRC Bobcaygeon and we have built a respectful relationship. TRC Bobcaygeon has had informative sessions at Kawartha Settlers’ Village with both Doug Williams and Anne Taylor with approximately 80 people in attendance. TRC Bobcaygeon has held reading meetings taking stories from Doug’s book. The stories offer insights for settlers to appreciate Indigenous teachings and culture as well as re-learning history that was never taught in the Canadian education system. Doug has and continues to be an advocate for Indigenous Rights and Treaties. He was heavily involved with the Williams Treaty renegotiation. He reminds everyone that we are all Treaty People.

Relationships and Interconnections By Sandy McMullen

The most obvious elements in my quilt square are four hands, four trees, a circle and

some interconnecting lines. The hands represent people and the relationships that are important to us to build and appreciate. This includes the relationships that we have with each other in our TRC Bobcaygeon group, that we have with other groups such as the Community Voices for Manoomin, the KTRSG, with folks at the Pine Tree Talks at Trent, with folks at CLFN such as Doug Williams, Anne Taylor, Dorothy Taylor, and all the people who have presented workshops, given talks or words of guidance over the years. Part of our vision is to also reach out beyond Bobcaygeon to surrounding communities such as Fenelon Falls to the west and other areas like Trent Lakes to the east. Trapper Kaaren Danneman presented the Medicine Wheel in her workshop “Gifts from the Moose”. One aspect of the Medicine Wheel alludes to how the four colours represent the four colours of people – red, yellow, white and black. We are aware as a group of settlers of our inclusion in the dominant white settler society, and we are aware of our responsibility to be vigilant in checking our assumptions and our worldview. We are always seeking to see through a broader lens that places an Indigenous perspective in the centre so that Reconciliation can become a meaningful idea leading to action with impact. Also during Kaaren’s workshop, we learned about how important it is for us to cultivate a personal relationship to the land and to the plants and animals that live on the land. The way settler society refers to the land as resources has led to the mindset that perpetuates the current climate crisis. Anishinaabe refer to the animals as “my relations” and in doing so both expresses respect for these animals and acknowledges the interconnectedness of all things. We all need to make this shift in consciousness toward our true connection to Mother Earth and Indigenous Knowledge shows the way. The circle plays an important role in my quilt square. It is a symbol of wholeness and integration – the antithesis of the hierarchical and linear models we are accustomed to in the dominant culture. It is also a metaphor for me of the way we are trying to bring wholeness to how we relate to each other and to reconciliation in our Truth and Reconciliation Community. We start every meeting with a sharing circle. We do this following a clockwise

direction according to Anishinaabe custom. Everyone in the circle has a voice and we recognize the value that each voice contributes. We operate by consensus and when we differ in opinion, we use the circle as a way to talk things through to an agreed-upon outcome. There is so much more to say about the symbolism of the circle but I will leave that for another day. Finally, a word about the lines of interconnectivity. As a painter I know that every mark I make shifts the relationship of all the elements in the composition of a painting and leads to another mark that attempts to balance things out. In our TRC group, we are both unlearning and learning. We are trying to re-contextualize our thinking and add new ways of being. We acknowledge that what we do is a work in progress and we hope that others will join us as we find our way toward reconciliation.

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LOCAL ART EXHIBITIONS

The Colborne Street Gallery in Fenelon Falls has welcomed some well-known local artists and artist’s from outside our community into their summer programming. Current exhibitions include: • James Goodliff, While Outdoors: James Goodliff is known for his bold and colourful landscape paintings. Using a rich and vibrant colour palette, Goodliff’s works show a deep understanding and appreciation of the natural world in and around the Kawartha Lakes. • Erin LePage, Tender Moments: Erin LePage is a visual artist whose primary medium is printmaking. She focuses on small moments of tenderness. • Eddie LePage, Around Here: Eddie LePage loves nature. The artist is known for his paintings of the countryside and wildlife. This small exhibition features a selection of LePage’s recent paintings including eight new works. • Kate Domina, Christopher Arnoldin, Wayne Medford, Erin LePage & Max Miller in Façade; A Figurative and Portraiture Exhibition: Façade is Colborne Street Gallery’s first portrait and figurative show. The works in this exhibition use the historical canons of the portrait and the body and push forward into a more nuanced and challenging appreciation of this subject matter. On Thursday, August 13th from 3-7pm there is a social distanced opening reception for the current exhibitions. The Colborne Street Gallery is also collecting Art Education and Resources For Your Time at Home; a collection of free online art education ideas, resources, lessons and fun stuff for you and the kids. Colborne Street Gallery is dedicated to the exhibition of contemporary art, including painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, fibre and mixed media arts. Our exhibition programming includes local artists from the Kawartha’s and surrounding area, as well as other Canadian and international emerging, mid-career, and established artists. Located in downtown Fenelon Falls, the gallery also hosts artist talks, interactive workshops, and other special events that engage and support the local community. You can find out more at colbornegallery.ca.

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The Ontario government is investing $83 million through the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) to provide grants to help eligible non-profit organizations, including food banks, child and youth programs and Royal Canadian Legion branches, recover from COVID-19 and continue the delivery of vital programming in their communities. Premier Doug Ford said, “Our local non-profits, including our local Legion branches and food banks, are the bedrock of our communities and their work will be absolutely critical in helping people to rebuild their lives as we restart our economy and reopen the province.” The OTF’s Resilient Communities Fund will provide 14

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grants of up to $150,000 to help eligible non-profit organizations rebuild and recover from the impacts of COVID-19 with support for: • Equipping board members and employees with supports to implement new approaches, prepare for change and build resiliency (e.g. organizational training and coaching, strategic planning and implementation, research & development, mental and physical health and wellbeing supports); • Improving and increasing ability to access financial resources and develop new and/or alternative sources of revenues (e.g. develop fundraising plans, identify fundraising and financial technology resources, seek opportunities for public-private partnerships and social finance); • Adapting or re-imagining the delivery of programs and services to meet the needs of the community, employees and volunteers (e.g. identify new health and safety processes and required personal protective equipment, technology supports, staffing and volunteer recruitment and training); • Procuring equipment or renovating spaces to meet the changing needs of the organization, its programs and services, and adapt to new ways of working (e.g. equipment and/or renovations to meet changing technology health and safety, and service delivery requirements); and • Creating and/or adopting new approaches for organizations to work together to meet the needs of communities (e.g. peer learning, professional development, networking, resource, knowledge and data sharing). “The Resilient Communities Fund is a tremendous example of the innovation and flexibility of Ontario agencies,” said Lisa MacLeod, Minister of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries. “While we work towards the province’s economic and social recovery, we’re proud to support programs like the OTF Resilient Communities Fund that are making a positive contribution in communities across Ontario.” “Due to the significant impacts of COVID-19 on the non-profit sector, the Ontario Trillium Foundation saw an opportunity to respond to the needs of nonprofit organizations that have been struggling to deliver their programs and services,” said Katharine Bambrick, CEO of the Ontario Trillium Foundation. “The Resilient Communities Fund will support the recovery and rebuilding of non-profits and help them as they return to building healthy and vibrant communities.” Visit www.otf.ca for more information about eligibility requirements and application deadlines.

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GARDEN REACHES MILESTONE

United Way for the City of Kawartha Lakes is proud to announce that as of Monday, July 28, Edwin Binney’s Community Garden has already yielded over 1,000 pounds of food for local organizations and food programs. The garden, located on Crayola Canada’s property in Lindsay is only in its second year of production and with the help of Fleming College’s Department of Sustainable Agriculture, has projected a 40 percent increase from last year’s yield of 5,500 pounds.

photo credit: Rhys Walden, UWCKL volunteer This year has posed unique challenges for the community agriculture project and the team has had to find new ways to reach individuals who may be isolated due to COVID-19, explains Mallory Cramp-Waldinsperger, Projects and Communications Coordinator of UWCKL. “With the support of the City of Kawartha Lakes Social Services department, we have been able to reach out to our neighbours at two social housing locations with our “Fresh Produce Friday” pilot project. This program provides a free market table of locally grown produce to seniors and members of our community who may be vulnerable to isolation.” In addition, the community garden has collaborated with Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes to deliver a free monthly produce bag to 90 of Community Care’s clients. “Agency partnerships are critical to help people immediately in tough and unusual times,” writes Penny Barton Dyke, Executive Director of UWCKL. “Edwin Binney’s Community Garden has many partners with each contributing and dovetailing to bring knowledge, land, access to products and the opportunity to bring fresh produce to kitchen tables. This is an agricultural and education project that is building sustainable practices and partnerships,” she adds.

RETIREMENT RESIDENCE APPROVED

On Tuesday July 28, City of Kawartha Lakes Council approved two planning recommendations to ongoing projects that are focused on improving the growth and quality of life in the community. Ian Walker, Planning Officer – Large Developments, presented an amendment to the Lindsay Official Plan and Zoning By-law, which would allow for a new “Continuum-of16

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Care Facility” retirement residence, and an agreement for a subdivision plan. The property located at the northwest intersection of St. Joseph Road and Thornhill Road, between Kent Street West to the south and Colborne Street West to the north, will be rezoned and redesignated to accommodate a retirement residence with a range of unit types. Under the new zoning, the applicant will be permitted a 222-unit retirement residence, including 24 hour nursing care units, assisted living units and independent living units with full kitchens. The property is currently vacant and consists of approximately 1.37 hectares and was previously zoned for community facility uses. Council also approved the municipality to prepare a Subdivision Agreement for 146 new homes located near downtown Lindsay by Jennings Creek. In May 2020, CIC Developments Inc./Bromont Homes Inc. entered into a pre-servicing agreement with the City for the installation of infrastructure to support a subdivision. After fulfilling the pre-servicing agreement, the plan will enter final review and residential lots will be created.

ROOTS ‘N’ RAMBLINGS

Submitted by Linda Friend

Do you remember your perfect garden? The one you imagined in February while drawing up plans, ordering seeds, researching new perennials and shrubs? Bet you didn’t count on this summer’s scorched earth policy. Thriving in unrelenting heat and drought is a challenge for both plants and gardeners. Now is the time to consider strategies for a flourishing garden through extreme conditions. Be observant! Take note of plants which are attractive in the hottest and driest months. Record your successes and those you observe in your neighbours’ properties. Stroll through the village with notebook in hand. What properties seemed attractive from April to October? Visit nurseries with display gardens featuring sturdy, low-maintenance plants. In the landscape, group plants by their needs. Put thirsty types in clusters, hopefully near a water source. Remember how expensive city water is? Your goal is to conserve this pricey and valuable resource. Mulch their roots to keep them cool and moist. Natural mulch without dye is worth considering. Rocks also conserve moisture and are extremely attractive in shrubbery beds, though weeding (even when ground cloth has been layered beneath the stones) can be tedious. There are some home-made weed killers which may assist and save your knees from those unforgiving rocks. If a young tree appears to be failing, an-all-day-drip watering may renew the victim and uses less water than gallons poured on in a desperate resuscitation attempt. Look for perennials with silver foliage…actually tiny hairs which protect from sunlight… such as salvia, artemesia, lamb’s ear and Russian sage. Grasses are superb, requiring little water and are happy in poor

soil. Ornamental and fragrant herbs including sage, rosemary and thyme (really, just like the song for those who remember the 60s) and most beautifully, lavender, stand up to the heat. Currently, the Bobcaygeon Horticultural Society is engaged in a renewal of some of our public beds. With so many to maintain and with a work crew reduced by Covid restrictions, we hope to garden smarter in 2021. Annuals, except for the cheerful portulaca, are appropriate only in areas with watering systems. Shrubs, particularly barberry, ninebark, and evergreens require little water and are generally impervious to insects. Those garden prima donnas, phlox and delphinium, will be replaced with sturdy sedums, penstemon and liatris. Though the world has changed in 2020, one thing has not: the optimism of planning next year’s “perfect garden”. A final note of thanks to Adri and the StoneGate crew for our splendid bridge boxes. Life on the bridge is tough for a plant: winds from every direction, unrelenting sun and a sudden shifting of position! But these gems still enliven our village through the summer.

DON’T PLANT THESE SEEDS

People across the country have been receiving packages of unknown seeds through the mail, and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency is looking into it. Here’s what they know: The packages are postmarked as being from several different countries and many are declared as toys or jewelry. As a result, it is difficult to identify the packages as containing seeds when they arrive in the country. The seeds are from a range of plant species, including tomato, strawberry, rose and citrus, as well as some weed seeds that are common in Canada (for example, shepherd’s purse and flixweed). Based on visual inspections carried out to date, the seeds appear to be low risk, however Canadians are being cautioned to not plant these seeds from unknown origins It remains unclear why some Canadians are receiving the seeds, or their originators, although some of the recipients reported having ordered seeds online in the past. The CFIA asks those who receive seeds they did not order to put them, the packaging and the mailing label in a sealed plastic bag and contact the CFIA regional office.

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little annoyances can accumulate and turn into overwhelming distress in a matter of hours. Take care! Leo (July 24 to Aug. 23) Your strength is building day by day, Leo, and your spirit will continue to soar as it gains momentum. Despite your misgivings, all will be well.

Pisces (Feb. 20 to March 20) What’s YOUR super-power, Pisces? Everyone has one, don’t you know? So, think about it and don’t hesitate to use it when necessary!

Virgo (Aug. 24 to Sept. 23) Now is a good time, Virgo, to reassess your goals and where you want to be five years from now. Has COVID-19 changed your views about what’s important and what is not? Think.

Aries (March 21 to April 20) Travel of the usual kind may be on hold for some time, Aries. But . . . it doesn’t mean you can’t explore your own city and/or countryside. It can be a sweet get-away that’s good for your health.

Libra (Sept. 24 to Oct. 23) Try to remember that a lot of people are vulnerable these days, even though they might not appear to be, Libra. Look out for your family and friends, and, most of all, be kind.

Taurus (April 21 to May 21) Love doesn’t usually come quickly or easily, dear Taurus. It takes its time -- sometimes speeding up, sometimes slowing down -- and with many twists and turns along the path. But, in the end, it will surely find its way.

Scorpio (Oct. 24 to Nov. 22) If ever there was a time to mend some fences - that means relationships - this is it. For, who knows what the future will bring, Scorpio? The time to act is now!

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During this important time of physical Distancing, we are offering free DeliVery to any homes in the city of Kawartha laKes no neeD to bring your prescription into the business. As the only Compounding Pharmacy in the City of Kawartha Lakes, we meet your unique medical needs by creating customized medications. Locally owned and operated

Helping you feel better all over

CallDowntown Us atLindsay 705-324-0500 - 108 Kent St. W. Specializing in medications to fit your personal needs August 7, 2020 - The Kawartha Promoter