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Thursday, March 19, 2020 Volume 30, Issue 5

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SUNDERLAND ARTIST DONATES PIECE FOR IPM POSTER Local artist, Lynda Cunningham loves the beautify of a Plowing Competition -- the interaction between competitors and their horses, the respect for the land. Now an original piece of hers will be featured prominently on the 2020 International Plowing Match & Rural Expo (IPM) event poster. The poster will be distributed throughout the province to raise awareness of IPM 2020, which runs Wednesday, October 14 to Saturday, October 17.

Lynda is a self-taught artist who enjoys working with a variety of media out her Sunderland farm studio. In the photo are (from left) Kawartha Lakes Mayor Andy Letham, Artist Lynda Cunningham, Kawartha Lakes Queen of the Furrow Elizabeth Arnold, Kawartha Lakes Deputy Mayor Pat O’Reilly and Sheila Marshall, President of the Ontario Plowmen’s Association. Photo supplied by Richard Vivian.

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OVER THE BACK FENCE

The Coronavirus pandemic (now declared as such by the World Health Organization) has caused panic around the world. Professional sports organizations including the NBA, NHL and MLB have postponed their seasons and many public events are now in jeopardy. Rumours are swirling about the postponement of the Olympic Games in Tokyo this summer but officials currently say it will go on as planned. There’s a lot of money tied up in that – from host facilities to television rights. I think it’s especially difficult for the athletes – having spent years of training and anticipating their moment to represent their countries on the world stage. I wondered how this new virus compares to the SARs outbreak in 2002 (but not a pandemic), so I went to a few reputable sources. Here are the numbers so far ... Between November 2002 and July 2003, there were 8,098 reported

cases of SARS and 774 deaths, spread over 26 countries. The fatality rate was 9.3 percent. From December 2019 to March 11, there have been more than 120,000 reported cases of COVID-19 with just over 4,000 deaths in 113 countries. That’s a fatality rate of 3.8 percent. The number of those infected continues to climb daily around the world. Social media is rife with “experts” who are giving their opinions on the best way to avoid contracting the potentially life-threatening bug. Bumping elbows instead of handshakes, maintaining a distance from one another and most of all, aggressive hand hygiene. Many people have cancelled trips and family vacations. We live in an ever-shrinking world, as is evidenced by the rapid spread of this latest virus. Hopefully, with support of governments around the world to come up with treatments and measures to contain the spread, it will be shortlived.

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City Hall

2016-2019 Strategic Plan

For the March 10, 2020 Committee of the Whole full agenda, minutes and video, please visit our Council Calendar.

The new year marked the end of the 2016-2019 Strategic Plan and Brenda Stonehouse, Strategy and Innovation Specialist, presented the final progress report of the actions included in the Plan. The 2016-2019 Plan outlined three priority areas, including A Vibrant and Growing Economy, An Exceptional Quality of Life and A Healthy Environment. 100% of its 30 action items are either complete or in progress. Visit our Strategic Plan webpage for additional details and a recap video of the progress we’ve made, as well as information on the new 2020-2023 Plan.

Blue Box Program

Municipal Accessibility Master Plan

CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES Committee of the Whole Highlights

Submitted by the City of Kawartha Lakes

In August 2019, Ontario announced its plan to improve recycling by transitioning the costs of the Blue Box Program away from municipal taxpayers and to make the producers of products and packaging fully responsible. Dave Gordon, Senior Adviser, Waste Diversion, Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) outlined the key recommendations for transitioning the management of Ontario’s Blue Box Program to producers of plastic and other packaging. Transition to full producer responsibility of the Blue Box program should occur over six years, from 2019 to the end of 2025.

Paramedicine Pilot Project

Sara Johnston, Deputy Chief, Quality Assurance, Paramedic Service and Julie Milne, Paramedic, provided an update on Paramedic Service’s Pilot Project. In the past five months, 62 patients have been involved in the Pilot Project and their responses are overwhelmingly positive, suggesting the program is successfully assisting patients who are at high-risk for re-admission to Ross Memorial Hospital. The project will continue until April 1, at which time Paramedic Service will provide all of its collected data and possibilities to continue funding the program will be explored.

Barbara Condie, Accessibility Officer, provided an annual progress report on the Municipal Accessibility Master Plan 2018-2023. Kawartha Lakes’ vision is to create one of the most accessible, inclusive communities in Ontario, and the municipality made progress in a variety of areas in an effort to fulfill that vision. A few key examples include improvements to communication and education of accessibility issues, building an age-friendly business guide and planning tool and the development of various accessible infrastructure designs across the municipality. For more detail on the municipality’s Accessibility Master Plan and a video of its recent accomplishments, visit the Accessibility webpage.

Roads 5 Year Plan

The existing Five Year Roads Plan was initially approved and adopted by Council in May 2017 as a guide for future capital planning objectives for our road network. The current plan runs from 2018 to 2022, and Mike Farquhar, Supervisor of Technical Services, provided a third year update to Council. Between 2018 and 2020, the municipality has put approximately $46 million towards the betterment of our overall road network, including urban/rural reconstruction programs and resurfacing programs.

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Tire collection at municipal landfills

To help accommodate transitioning the tire recycling program from municipality to producers, as required by legislation, staff have recommended to stop collecting tires at landfills. Instead, they suggest diverting them directly to the many producer authorized collection sites through the municipality. Staff plan on allowing a grace period of approximately three months before tires are no longer accepted at municipal landfills.

STEWARDSHIP STRATEGY

Leading by example, connecting with the community, integrating available knowledge and decision making and empowering the community to act are the key takeaways from the recent boardapproved 10-year Kawartha Conservation Stewardship Strategy. The Strategy was developed to assist the Stewardship department in the implementation of the Strategic Plan and specific watershed scale documents, including watershed plans and lake management plans, to help identify stewardship action for the next 10 years. The 10-year Stewardship Strategy has been an ambitious project, facilitated Kawartha Conservation’s

Stewardship department with ongoing support and collaboration with an advisory committee, representatives from a number of implementation partners across the watershed and staff. The work was facilitated through grants from the Echo Foundation and Colleges and Institutes Canada. A copy of the Kawartha Conservation Stewardship Strategy is available online at www. kawarthaconservation.com.

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EXCITING TIMES!

With the increasing popularity of online readers and advertising, we’ve decided to make a few changes here at The Kawartha Promoter. We have moved our office into smaller space (actually, my house) and many of our staff will now work remotely. That’s not a bad thing in a lot of ways, but the downside is that we will no longer offer fax and copy services. We will also not have the photo print machines. The great news is that we’re also making some other changes to The Kawartha Promoter. Starting with our next issue, we will become a monthly publication. What that means for you, as our readers and advertisers, is that there will be more “bang for your buck” in terms of news kawarthablinds@gmail.com and content of the publication. We will offer more kawarthablinds.com features, as well as business and personal profiles of those who make our community great. The crossword and horoscopes will be there, too! Some of our content will naturally migrate to our website – current news and City Hall reports that are time sensitive. We may be able to delve deeper into some of the City Hall issues that will appear in the printed version. The Cordick’s For almost 30 years, The Kawartha Promoter Lisa/Zach/Ian has brought our communities together. We will continue to celebrate that and support local businesses and organizations. We hope you will 705.887.5965 continue to support us!

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PRE-SUBMISSIONS OPEN FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING

The Olde Gaol Museum is proud to present Precious Memories - Our Seniors Speak, an oral history exhibit opening April 7th, 2020. This is an exciting video exhibit that shares wonderful stories by 94 of our local seniors.

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In February, City of Kawartha Lakes Housing Services hosted two successful information sessions in Haliburton and Fenelon Falls on its 10 Year Plan, affordable housing targets and the incentives for working together to increase the supply of affordable housing. The pre-submission is now open for the month of March, ending March 31, 2020. For the pre-submission applications, general information is required about proposed projects and will help determine the project’s eligibility as well as give the applicants time to gather information before the Expression of Interest. Presubmission eligibility will result in a meeting with the Program Coordinator (and possibly other municipal departments) to assist with completing the Expression of Interest. Anyone interested in the program is encouraged to put in a pre-submission application even if the proposed project will not take place this year. Presubmissions can either be submitted by completing the online form or filling out the form and emailing or mailing it to the Program Coordinator. For more detailed information or to submit your application, please contact: Elise Karklins Affordable Housing Program Coordinator PO Box 2600 68 Lindsay Street North Lindsay, Ontario K9V 4S7 ekarklins@kawarthalakes.ca 705-324-9870 extension 3105 Affordable units are not necessarily created from purpose-built rental developments and can include housing provided by private, public and non-profit sectors.

ARTISANS CELEBRATE WITH ANNUAL SHOW

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For all your spring and summer gift giving needs, come to the ARTISANity show and sale, showcasing the best artisan crafts in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Discover the exquisite handmade items and gifts created by members of the Artisans Centre Peterborough. Admission is free for this fundraising event for the Centre on Saturday and Sunday, April 25 and 26 from 10am to 4pm at the Marshland Centre, 64 Hague Blvd. Lakefield. There will be baby blankets, birdhouses, bowls, felting, garden sculpture, gourd art, bird houses, beeswax candles, jewellery, paintings, pottery mugs and platters, quilted purses, towels, wooden vases and pens, woven mats, stuffed animals, thunder drums and more. You can find out more information at www. artisancentre.ca.

BE READY FOR FLOOD SEASON

It’s nice to see the snow go away, but with that brings the potential for flooding. Each spring, areas in the municipality are prone to flooding due to the spring thaw. Residents who live or have property near flood prone areas are urged to take time now to ensure they are subscribed to CKL’s municipal flooding news and take proactive steps to prepare for the season. Kawartha Conservation is reminding residents of the dangers that exist near bodies of water, particularly around this time of year, and urges people to keep family and pets away from the edges of all waterways. As the weather becomes warmer, the melting snow and future rain will contribute to higher water levels and increased flows in local rivers and lakes. Slippery and unstable streambanks and extremely cold water temperatures can also lead to very dangerous conditions close to any body of water. As the spring thaw approaches, the ice cover will weaken and become unstable. • Be safe • Keep family and pets away from all bodies of water • Avoid all recreational activities in or around water • Always stay off closed roads • If you are near to flooded roads or fast-moving water, do not attempt to drive or walk through the current • If you live close to the water, move objects such as patio furniture and barbeques away from the water’s edge to avoid losing them during the spring high water Prepare your property Each year as we approach flooding season, residents are reminded that the responsibility is on homeowners to prepare their property as best as they can. This year to assist with increased safety measures, the municipality is supplying sandbags and sandbag materials in advance to assist residents with preparation. Sandbag locations and additional information Emergency Services and Public Works are currently preparing materials and sandbags/materials for sandbags will be available shortly. As soon as the materials have been dropped off and confirmed for all locations, more information will be sent out.

CHORISTERS’ CORNER

By April Scott

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THE CASE FOR A TAX PROFESSIONAL Submitted by Melissa Cave

We all know that guy who does his own taxes and always gets a huge refund. He crows about it, loud and clear, so anyone within earshot feels like an idiot for paying $50 or more to your local tax professional to get back a measly $500. But is it correct? Will it stand up to an audit? Did he miss some credits that would have given him even more money back? If you are one of the many Canadians who have a T4 and an RRSP receipt, maybe all you need is the current version of one of the many available software programs. Your refund will come along in 7 to 10 business days and you will be good for another year. I would caution anyone with more complex tax returns to seek the advice of a professional, at least when circumstances change. Have you had a major life event such as marriage, divorce, a birth of a child, a child off to college, a death? How about a change in income such as being laid off or receiving pension? A change to your health? All of these things could affect your income tax return. Your tax professional may also ask to do the entire family’s tax returns because many credits can be shared or transferred. Be honest and upfront with your tax professional about changes in your life. It might be the key to saving you some hard earned income tax.

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BY THE NUMBERS

From the Canada Revenue Agency Website

More and more Canadians are filing their taxes electronically. Since 2012, the rate of electronic filing has increased significantly, from approximately 63 percent to 88 percent for the 2019 tax-filing season. Last year, over 29 million people filed returns, with approximately 30 percent of them using NETFILEcertified software. Over 57 percent of filers had their taxes prepared by authorized representatives, such as tax preparers and accountants, using EFILE. The CRA’s goal is to issue a Notice of Assessment (NOA) within eight weeks of receiving a paper return and within two weeks of receiving an electronic return. To help Canadians quickly finish the tax-filing process, the CRA will also deliver a NOA to individuals and representatives right after the return has been received and processed using the Express NOA service available in tax software packages. The CRA sends refunds to approximately 62 percent of people who file returns. Last year, the average refund was $1,740. More than tax collection, the CRA administers a range of ongoing benefits and one-time payment programs for the federal, provincial, and territorial governments. These benefit programs support the economic and social well‑being of Canadians across the country and are accessed by filing tax returns. Benefits include the goods and services/ harmonized sales tax (GST/HST) credit, a tax-free quarterly payment that helps individuals and families with low or modest incomes offset all or part of the GST or HST they pay; and the Canada child benefit (CCB), a tax-free monthly payment made to eligible families to help them with the cost of raising children under 18 years of age. In the 2018‑2019 benefit year, the Agency paid $34.6 billion in benefits and credit payments to 15.6 million recipients. The deadline for filing an income tax and benefit return is April 30, 2020. Self-employed people, their spouses, or common-law partners have until June 15 to file. However, any balance owing is due by April 30.

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IT’S THE CRA CALLING OR ARE THEY?

From the Canada Revenue Agency Website

With tax season looming, scammers posing as Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) employees continue to contact Canadians, misleading them into paying false debt. These persistent scammers have created fear among people who now automatically assume that any communication from someone representing the CRA is not genuine. The following tips will help Canadians identify legitimate communications from the CRA. By phone, the CRA may • verify your identity by asking for personal information such as your full name, date of birth, address and account, or social insurance number • ask for details about your account, in the case of a business enquiry • call you to begin an audit process The CRA will never • ask for information about your passport, health card, or driver’s license • demand immediate payment by Interac e-transfer, bitcoin, prepaid credit cards or gift cards from retailers such as iTunes, Amazon, or others • use aggressive language or threaten you with arrest or sending the police • leave voicemails that are threatening or give personal or financial information Before giving money or personal information over the phone, make sure the caller is a CRA employee Ask for, or make a note of, the caller’s name, work section, and office location and tell them that you want to first verify their identity. You can then check that the employee calling you about your taxes works for the CRA or that the CRA did contact you by calling 1-800-959-8281 for individuals or 1-800-959-5525 for businesses. If the call you received was about a government program such as Student Loans or Employment Insurance, call 1-866-864-5823.

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Health & Wellness PATIENT EXPERIENCE PARTNERS AT RMH

At Ross Memorial Hospital, a team of specialized volunteers spend their time engaging with patients and families, and providing feedback to leadership, to ensure that their voices and lived experiences are part of decision-making. The Patient Experience Partners (PEPs), are a group of former patients and family members of patients who together, are driven to support positive change in the hospital. PEPs complete many activities throughout the hospital, including rounding, which involves surveying patients and families about their experience and offering support on the spot. This process gives patients and families an opportunity to voice concerns, share compliments, or ask questions in real time, rather than providing feedback after they head home. PEP rounding results are included in annual quality scores alongside other survey results, to give a well-rounded picture of the quality of care at RMH. PEPs also participate in several committees that report to the RMH Board, including Accessibility, Quality/Governance and Planning committees. PEPs are often asked to participate in advisory sessions about decisions that will shape the future of the hospital, including programs and care delivery for the next 5, 10 and even 20 years. “Their voices are integral to our planning. For example, based on valuable feedback from a PEP, we recently made significant enhancements to our operating rooms,” says Veronica Nelson, Interim President and CEO. “We rely on PEPs to validate, inform and guide many of our decisions, and we hope to grow the program so that patient experience is represented across the spectrum of care we provide.” Lisa Green, Manager of Quality and Patient Experience, shares that few hospitals in Ontario have former patients and family members volunteering in this capacity. “Each department strives to have patient involvement in decision-making,” says Lisa, “but as you can imagine, we need more PEPs to keep up with the need.” The Hospital is actively seeking more PEPs, with a range of backgrounds and experiences with the healthcare system, so that each PEP can contribute in a more meaningful and focused way, to the programs and care areas that they have direct experience with. To find out more information about becoming a Patient Experience Partner at Ross Memorial Hospital, visit auxiliary.rmh.org and complete the Patient Experience Partner Application, and email to quality@rmh.org.

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PPH EXTENDS HOURS

Peterborough Public Health has announced that it will be offering extended phone hours to screen residents concerned about COVID-19 if they have mild respiratory symptoms. “We are encouraging all residents with mild respiratory symptoms to call us so we can determine if further testing for COVID-19 is needed,” explained Dr. Rosana Salvaterra, Medical Officer of Health. “Our goal is to keep those with mild symptoms away from hospitals so they can tend to those who require acute care.” Public Health Nurses will be available by phone from 8:30am to 8pm from Monday to Friday, and from 9am to 4pm on Saturdays. Residents with concerns can call the COVID-19 hotline at 705-743-1000, ext. 401 or email covid19@peterboroughpublichealth.ca to consult with a nurse. After these hours, residents are asked to call Telehealth Ontario at 1 866-797-0000 to speak with a nurse about their symptoms, or email covid19@peterboroughpublichealth.ca for follow up the next business day. Mild symptoms refers to: • Low grade fever • Mild coughing or sneezing • Sore throat Those who are having difficulty breathing should call 911 for immediate medical attention. Public Health Nurses will determine if residents should come in to Peterborough Public Health for further testing. All individuals who are tested are followed up by a Public Health Nurse and will be required to self-isolate. For further information and resources about COVID-19, please visit www.peterboroughpublichealth.ca.

TLDSB REACTS TO COVID-19

Submitted by Sinead Fegan

Trillium Lakelands District School Board (TLDSB) continues to monitor the increasing number of cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Ontario and around the world. As precautionary measures the following is taking place: • There is increased surface cleaning taking place in all schools. • All international, out-of-province, and out-ofdistrict school trips have been cancelled for the rest of the school year – individual schools are working with tour operators to determine rescheduling or refund options. • The Trillium Lakelands District Arts Camp (TLAC)

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has been cancelled for this year – families will receive refunds within the next couple of weeks. Schools have been asked to consider temporarily cancelling the shared use of musical instruments. Disinfectant wipes have been made available in schools for wiping shared items including keyboard. Hand sanitizer has been made available to schools to be used by students under the direction of an adult.

March Break

Many of our families will be travelling over the March Break. Information about things to do before you leave, while travelling, and when you return has been provided by our public health partners.(Editor’s Note: The Ontario Government has ordered all publicly funded schools to remain closed until April 5.) The full update can be found at www.tldsb.ca/ covid19/.

RMH STANDS READY

Although the risk of becoming ill from COVID-19 continues to be low in Ontario, the local Health Unit and its community health partners are continuing to work together to ensure they are prepared should a case develop locally. Since COVID-19 was first identified in Ontario, the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit has been working with Northumberland Hills Hospital, Ross Memorial Hospital, Campbellford Memorial Hospital, Haliburton Highlands Health Services and its primary health care partners to ensure all organizations are kept up-to-date on information and changes coming from the Ministry of Health. This includes sharing resources like the evolving case definitions, testing protocols, as well as infection prevention and control guidance and support and updated fact sheets on COVID-19. As well, the Health Unit provides support to the health care partners to ensure active screening protocols are in place and that appropriate health care staff have been fit tested for the proper protective equipment. “There have been a number of improvements made in the way we prepare for wide-spread illnesses since we experienced SARS,” says Dr. Noseworthy, Medical Officer of Health for the HKPR District Health Unit. “Across the province we have seen improvements in communication about the illness and cases, improved laboratory testing protocols and quicker test results shared with health professionals for the stringent contact follow-up and management involving potential cases. The bottom line is that we

are prepared for if, and when, we may see a case locally.” Dr. Noseworthy says that seasonal respiratory illnesses, including influenza, are still circulating in the community. As well, it is important to remember that most people who have become ill with COVID-19 have experienced just mild symptoms and have recovered fully. The risk of serious illness appears to rise with age and the presence of other complicating factors. People who have died from the virus in other countries have tended to be older and have had multiple health issues that weakened their immune systems and put them at greater risk. Call the local health unit or your health care provider if you become sick with a cough and/or fever AND have returned from an affected area in the past 14 days or have had close contact with an ill person who is either under investigation for COVID-19 or is a confirmed case. If you have severe respiratory symptoms, call 911 and explain both your travel history and symptoms to arrange swift and safe transport. If you are ill and must visit a hospital emergency department, clinic or other healthcare provider, call ahead or tell them right away when you arrive that you have a respiratory illness and wear a mask while waiting to be seen. This allows health care providers to take steps to reduce the potential spread of illness. For more information, call the Health Unit at 1-866-888-4577, extension 5020, or visit www.hkpr. on.ca. After hours, call Telehealth Ontario for medical advice toll-free at 1-866-797-0000.

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Good Stories from Curve Lake First Nation

MINISING – The Islands

As told by Doug Williams to Julie Kapyrka

We were speaking last time about the islands – the islands in Stoney Lake. The ones that were desirable by the settlers, once it settled down with their farming, and so on. And the government came along and made a treaty, specifically for the islands of the Trent waters. The reason they gave was that they needed to pay for our missionaries, they needed to pay for our school teachers, and they needed to pay for our church. What this tells me is that we paid for our own colonization. They also wanted to make us into “Canadians.” And then later I found through research that settlers were buying those islands on Stoney Lake, particularly for a very low price. Some of this action is recorded in the land registry office in Peterborough. And that is where I found some of that. Islands sold for 25 cents, 50 cents. There are two land registries in Canada that most people may not know about. One is the federal land registry where they register First Nation property and they allot reserves – such as Curve Lake. So an individual could not have a deed but rather have a certificate. These islands were transferred to the land registry office in Peterborough, and sometimes it was just a note from anyone and that’s how some of that land was taken up – those islands. Now the problem is this -- a lot of the islands throughout the Trent system have burials. And we don’t say anything about it because we just don’t like to disturb gravesites. We like to leave them as is. But according to Ontario law, anything on that piece of property now, if it’s registered provincially, is owned by that individual.

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So we as First Nations peoples have limited say about our burials, except that at times we are consulted about them but with a view of removing them off the property if the owner so wishes. So it is a major problem. And it breaks my heart to see our Old Ones desecrated in this way. I would like to see new rules and regulations enacted by both governments in order to solve this problem. And land owners must also recognize that they are sometimes themselves allotted land on sacred grounds. So we should be able to work this out and hopefully as quickly as possible. There is also a lot of cultural evidence on these islands besides burials. Some of them were used as camps, too. We mostly set up our camps on islands in the summer time because it was a good place to get away from the mosquitoes – and it was also where you could see around the lake, and we enjoyed the view. Also, if anything had gone wrong in terms of enemy movements, we would see it. But mostly all islands would have some kind of cultural evidence. Again, I wish people would leave those alone and let them be. But, if they are going to dig because of building or something, then consult First Nations Band Officials before. So in that regard, private property in Ontario, is not so private after all. We have a lot of interests and we’ve let the governments off the hook when it comes to this kind of stuff. It is time to change that before another excavator scrapes through another Indigenous burial mound like where more than 25 men, women and children were laid to rest along the banks of a local river, but that is another story.

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MODEL TRAIN SHOW

Submitted by Doug McFadgen

The Lindsay & District Model Railroaders will be sponsoring their Annual Model Train Show on Saturday, April 4 and Sunday, April 5 at the Victoria Park Armoury in Lindsay. The show runs from 10am to 4pm both days. Once again the show will feature some of southern Ontario’s best operating model train layouts and hobby dealers, an enduring attraction for both model railway enthusiasts and residents alike. The “fare” is $6 for adults, $2 for children 6 to 12 and those under 6 years old are admitted for free.

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Branch 67 Lindsay (705) 324-2613 • Tuesdays - Sir Sam Seniors Progressive Euchre - 1pm • Fridays - Full Dinners – 11:30am to 1:30pm • Saturdays - Meat Roll – 2 pm

• Saturdays - Live Entertainment – 7:30 to 11:30 pm, $5 cover charge for non-members • 4th Wednesday of every month Moonshot Euchre - 11am

Branch 77 Lakefield (705) 652-7988 • March 29 - Progressive Euchre - 1pm • Tuesdays – Bingo - Doors open at 5:30pm

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Branch 238 Fenelon Falls (705) 887-3041 • Tuesday – Mixed Darts – 7:30pm • Wednesday – Men’s Snooker – 7pm • Thursday – Drop-in Shuffleboard – 4pm • Saturday – Open Mic – Juniors from 1 to 2pm – Adults from 2 to 5pm • Sunday – Euchre – 1pm

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Horoscopes

March 19 to April 5 By Melodie McCullough

Aquarius (Jan. 21 to Feb. 19) There are many ways to find love, and many ways to live with love in your heart, dear Aquarius. It doesn’t have to be the perfect societysanctioned form. Love is whatever love means to you. Pisces (Feb. 20 to March 20) As in all things, Pisces, it is best to be prepared for the unexpected. During this phase, we are thinking of the financial aspect for you. Set aside a little extra money . . . just in case. Aries (March 21 to April 20) Do you try to ‘keep the peace’ with others, Aries? It’s good of you to want to keep things calm . . . but NOT at your own expense. Don’t suppress your feelings; don’t act to please others; don’t always avoid conflict. Instead, speak up and stand out! Taurus (April 21 to May 21) Change will always come, Taurus. We know that, yet, we still resist it when it does arrive. Most changes can, however, become acceptable if we only give ourselves time to “get used to it”. So, don’t fight it! Gemini (May 22 to June 22) Gemini – you are known for your friendliness and love of good conversation. You may also be criticized for not taking things seriously enough. But as a companion you are courteous, thoughtful, and kind. Just remember: don’t dabble in gossip! Cancer (June 23 to July 23) Your talents, motivation and dedication are all highly valued in your workplace, Cancer.

You may not receive positive feedback every single day, but you can be sure you are being noticed. Leo (July 24 to Aug. 23) Take your time, focus on your health, and realize that things may not get done as soon as you would like. But they WILL eventually, Leo. Virgo (Aug. 24 to Sept. 23) Virgo, your inner-child is trying to tell you something. Do you feel like there is some unresolved trauma in your life? This may be a good time to explore the possibility, and, of course, respond in a positive way. Libra (Sept. 24 to Oct. 23) Spring in coming! It truly is, Libra, but patience is required. Keep yourself busy with thoughts and plans for the summer that is on its way! Scorpio (Oct. 24 to Nov. 22) There have probably been many actions you have taken in the past which, when you look back, now appear quite foolish. It’s okay, Scorpio. Stop flogging yourself. Forgive yourself, instead. Sagittarius (Nov. 23 to Dec. 21) Learn to live without drama, Sag. It’s so much healthier – and no one needs it, least of all you. If you find yourself in a situation that is getting out of control, do what your parents told you – walk away! Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 20) Only surround yourself with people who will lift you higher.”: Oprah Winfrey. Yes, Capricorn, if you start to get some negative vibes in a relationship, end it sooner rather than later. There are many ‘toxic’ people who will try to camouflage themselves, so watch out!

CHOIR PRESENTS “AND ALL THAT JAZZ”

Submitted by Rae Fleming

The College Community Choir, based in Lindsay, has been around for over 40 years and has about 40 singers. On Saturday, April 25 at 2pm at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Lindsay, they’ll present “And All that Jazz,” a tribute to songs many know and love. Among them will be Unforgettable, Sweet Georgia Brown, All That Jazz and Smoke Gets In Your Eyes. The choir conductor and guest artist is Melissa Stephens. Tickets are only $15 for adults and $10 for children aged 12 and under. They are available from choir members and local outlets. Tickets will also be sold at the door on the day of the performance.

FISH FRY

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Tickets are now available for a tasty Fish Fry on Sunday, April 5 from 4 to 7pm at the Downeyville Hall. Tickets are $15 per adult or $40 per family. For tickets, contact Mary Jane Connell at irishmist48@ yahoo.ca or 705-793-2013. Tickets are also available from Jilesen’s Service Centre. All proceeds go towards the Hall renovation project.

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