The Kawartha Promoter - May 31, 2024 - Volume 34 Issue 11

LeveLs of Governments and their roLes source Legislative assembly of ontario

federaL

Located in ottawa, the nation’s capital, the federal government is responsible for issues that affect Canada as a whole country such as international relations, immigration, criminal law, taxes, national defence, and foreign policy.

the federal parliament includes the house of Commonscomprised of 338 members of Parliament or mPs from every province and territory, the senate - comprised of senators appointed by the Prime minister, and the monarch represented by the Governor General. the political party that elects the most mPs forms the federal government. their leader becomes the head of the federal government - the Prime minister.

Located in ontario’s capital, toronto, the provincial government is responsible for issues that affect the province as a whole. these include education, health care, the environment, agriculture and highways.

ontario’s parliament consists of 124 elected representatives called members of Provincial Parliament (mPPs) elected from across the province, and the monarch represented by the Lieutenant Governor of ontario. each mPP represents a geographical area of the province called a riding. the political party with the most mPPs forms the provincial government. their leader becomes the Premier and they are the head of the provincial government.

muniCiPaL

the municipal government receives its power from the provincial government. the city or town council decides on by-laws that deal with issues concerning their community such as public parks, libraries, social services, local police and fire services, garbage removal, recycling, and public transportation. municipal governments are led by mayors in cities and towns and reeves in villages and townships.

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over the BaCK fenCe

I want to title this editorial, “They Paved Paradise ...” If those words bring to mind, “and put up a parking lot...” you’re on the right track.

In Peterborough, just south of Parkhill on Monaghan Road currently exists Bonnerworth Park that includes a couple of baseball diamonds and lots of open green space. It is used, according to the neighbourhood folk, by kids and adults for baseball and other athletic programs offered by a nearby secondary school.

In its “wisdom”, Peterborough City Council approved a $4.4 million plan to revamp the park to include 16 new pickleball courts, a bike pump track, an expanded skatepark and a parking lot for 80 vehicles. There are also plans for four new tennis courts. This has the community up in arms, to say the least.

A few years ago, the City planners took an eyesore of a parking lot on Charlotte Street and turned it into a “city square” that now features a very popular skating rink in the winter and is home to events and a farmers’ market in

the summer. That made sense. This new Bonnerworth Park idea, in my opinion does not.

In a city where there are unhoused individuals setting up tents throughout the downtown core, drug abuse is rampant and shelter facilities for those in need are lacking, the $4.4 million price tag for this park renovation could be better spent.

I think it’s important for our local municipalities to watch this one. In Trent Lakes, I like the idea of the new municipal park on Lakehurst Road in “downtown” Buckhorn. And the new accessible children’s playground built there is also a welcome addition.

It’s incumbent on our Municipal leaders to come up with plans to encourage use of facilities, but there also needs to be a balance of want versus need. Those who need a hand up, organizations that contribute to the good of the community, and maintaining a combination of green space versus pavement is where the priorities should lie.

We need municipal growth to help boost our local economies. I get that. But at what cost?

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Photo: Kim Magee Photography www.kimmageephotography.com

Women’s resourCes of KaWartha LaKes oPens neW seCond staGe

housinG faCiLity

The Board of Directors of Women’s Resources of Kawartha Lakes have opened their Second Stage Housing facility on Logie Street in Lindsay. The facility was officially named “Lori’s Place” in honour of Lori Watson, Executive Director of Women’s Resources for 29 years, helping the agency grow and build, adapting to the ever-changing needs of women fleeing abuse.

An Open House took place May 30 with tours offered to the many stakeholders including donors, local dignitaries, skilled tradespeople, staff, volunteers and others with a vested interest in this project.

With an initial commitment of $1.4 million from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) and a $150,000 grant awarded in 2022 by the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF), it was determined that a Capital Campaign would be required to raise the balance of funds ensuring the

amount of $2.6 million needed to complete the build would be realized. Through community donations and investment income, the Board is confident that the project will be finished and ready for occupancy by July 2024. A heartfelt THANK YOU to all the generous donors. Without your help, this would not be possible.

“Our government is pleased to support incredible organizations like Women’s Resources of Kawartha Lakes through the Ontario Trillium Foundation,” said

Laurie Scott, MPP for Haliburton-Kawartha LakesBrock. “These new improvements will help even more women and children escaping violent situations access vital services and a safe, warm, and welcoming environment”.

The new building includes six rent-geared-toincome units for women and their children to stay for up to two years and is not just an apartment, it is a program. Residents will receive counselling, education and social skills training along with a safe, secure location to live. The facility is close to public transportation, schools, churches, grocery stores and legal services. It will be a wonderful home and program for women who are rebuilding their lives after fleeing abuse.

Women who leave interpersonal violence are often thrown into a life of poverty with no immediate source of income or employment skills as they have been isolated from the workforce, forcing them to go on social assistance to survive. Living daily with fear and the trauma of being abused, their self-esteem has been eroded for years. For them to heal, a safe, warm and welcoming environment is needed. This is what we offered before and are offering again, only better. These ‘new homes’ are safe, clean and well equipped, helping women understand they are worthy of having a nice home and deserve to raise their children in an environment free from terror, fear and violence.

Going forward, a tremendous amount of community support will still be needed as donations and other fundraising opportunities from the community will be counted on to assist with maintenance and upkeep.

Women’s Resources is proud to unveil this wonderful facility that will provide many, many years of safety and security for women. It has been a collaborative team effort to finally get to this day. The naming of this facility will be announced at the opening ceremonies.

The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) is an agency of the Ontario government with a mission to build healthy and vibrant communities across the province. Last year, OTF invested more than $110M into 1,044 community projects and multi-sector partnerships. Projects aim to enhance economic wellbeing, foster more active lifestyles, support child and youth development, provide spaces for people to come together and connect, and create a more sustainable environment. Visit otf.ca to learn more.

Photos: Kim Magee Photography www.kimmageephotography.com

The City of Kawartha Lakes is no longer selling recycling boxes or commercial carts. This is due to the fact that Miller Waste is now responsible for all the recycling in the City.

carts are now available for purchase directly form Miller Waste. If you’d like one, give them a call at 1-888-557-4711 or email kawarthalakes@millerwaste. ca.

You can learn more about recycling in Kawartha Lakes at circularmaterials.ca/resident-communities/ kawartha-lakes/

Please continue to contact the municipality for any waste (garbage) related customer service inquiries at 705-324-9411.

round ‘em uP

Round Up Days are returning this summer! Please note that some of the Round Up Day dates in your 2024 Municipal Calendar are incorrect. The correct dates are:

• Carden Round Up Day, Saturday June 29 (same date as calendar): Carden Recreation Centre, 258 Lake Darymple Rd, Sebright

• Manvers Round Up Day, Saturday July 6: Rolling Hills Public School, 694 ON-7A, Bethany

• Coboconk Round Up Day, Saturday July 20: Coboconk Road’s Depot, 2863 CKL #48

• Bobcaygeon Round Up Day, Saturday August 24: Bobcaygeon Public School, 30 Balaclava St. Round Up Day events are a great opportunity for residents to drop off their household hazardous waste, textiles, bulky plastics and electronics to our Waste Management team for recycling. All Round Up Days run from 8am to 12pm on the day of the event. All eligible materials will be accepted free of charge. What can be dropped off?

• household hazardous Waste: Automotive products, batteries, paints and solvents, household products, empty tanks and containers, personal care products, products that contain mercury, pesticides and fertilizers.

• textiles: Clothing, footwear, linens (Please Note: ripped and stained textile items will be accepted for recycling.)

• Bulky Plastics: Plastic beverage crates (milk crates), clean plastic drums, totes, empty garbage cans, recycling bins, plastic lawn furniture and clean plastic buckets or pails. Items must be greater than 10 litres or 10 kilograms capacity (2.5 gallon) and up to and including the size of Kawartha Lakes’ largest recycling bin (95 gallon).

• electronics: Computers and all accessories (headphones, mice, keyboards, etc.), networking equipment (servers, switches, routers, etc.), mobile devices (cell phones, tablets, mp3 players, e-readers, etc.), displays (flat screen TVs, monitors), printers (copiers, fax machines, scanners, etc.), audio/video equipment (cable boxes, DVD/ CD players, projectors, cameras, stereo systems, etc.), small appliances (microwave, toaster, kettle, blender/mixer, slow cooker, coffee maker, etc.), game systems, games, DVDs, and CDs. The following items will not be accepted at our Round Up Days: toys, rubber, tarps, carpet, liners, pool covers, dock barrels, PVC/ABS pipes, vinyl siding, boat wrap, coolers and anything that contains metal.

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environmentaL fair

On Saturday, June 8, Canal Street in Bobcaygeon is the place to be to find out all you need to know about Electric Vehicles. The Kawartha EV Society is hosting this event with free test drives in electric vehicles and an opportunity to chat with current EV owners.

As well, there will be displays from the Pollinator Action Committee, Bird Friendly Kawarthas, Kawartha Conservation and Environmental Action Bobcaygeon. The event takes place from 10am to 3pm and is open to all.

GaLLery Gets a Boost from the City

The Kawartha Art Gallery (KAG) is thrilled to announce a significant investment of $150,000 from the City of Kawartha Lakes. This generous contribution will provide vital support for the Gallery’s ongoing operations and exciting new initiatives.

“We are incredibly grateful for the continued support of the City of Kawartha Lakes,” said Susan Taylor, Executive Director of the Kawartha Art Gallery. “This funding will allow us to give back even more to our community, through exceptional exhibitions, expanded educational programs, and investment in community outreach initiatives. And perhaps most significantly, it will allow us to realize a space of our own in downtown Lindsay.”

Mayor Elmslie commented, “Council is proud to support the arts, culture and heritage sector in Kawartha Lakes. We believe that keeping creativity and our traditions alive is very important. Supporting the KAG at this time is crucial as they work to make art more accessible for everyone. We’re excited about the opportunities this investment will bring to our community.”

The Kawartha Art Gallery is a cornerstone of the cultural landscape in Kawartha Lakes. The Gallery offers a diverse range of exhibitions, programs, and events that enrich the lives of residents and visitors of all ages. This investment from the City recognizes the important role the KAG plays in fostering creativity, education, and community engagement.

Kawartha Art Gallery is the only public art gallery in the City of Kawartha Lakes. The stewards of a Permanent Collection on behalf of the citizens of the City of Kawartha Lakes, the Gallery hosts year-round exhibits providing CARFAC fee payment for artists. Kawartha Art Gallery is dedicated to advancing a healthy rural creative economy through engaging art and cultural programs and services for all. The Kawartha Art Gallery is a proud member of the Kawartha Lakes

Arts Council. You can find out more online at www. kawarthagallery.com.

freshWater festivaL

Coboconk invites you for a weekend full of fun at Canada’s Fresh Water Summit Festival and enjoy some warm Coboconk hospitality on Saturday, June 15.

Designated by Parks Canada in 2009, the Coboconk wharf on Balsam Lake, in the heart of the Trent-Severn Waterway, is officially recognized as Canada’s highest body of fresh water from which one can circumnavigate the world by boat – this means you can reach all four oceans starting here in Coby without ever touching land.

While there are two higher global navigable rivers, Balsam Lake is the only spot that gives the skipper the choice to go east to the Atlantic Ocean, west to the Pacific Ocean, south to the Caribbean Sea, or north to the Arctic Ocean.

After the Coon Rapids Dam, Mississippi River in Upper Mississippi (which is considered the limit of commercial navigation) and the Danube River where it connects with the Rhine-Main Danube Canal in Kelheim Bavaria, Germany, the next highest point of fresh water in the world is Balsam Lake in the City of Kawartha Lakes.

To acknowledge the significance of this hydrologic feature in Kawartha Lakes, an interactive sign and photo opportunity has been erected on the Municipal Dock on Balsam Lake in Coboconk. There is a large outline of a boat that people can stand in front of to have their picture taken - it’s a fun, family-friendly attraction.

From 11am to 3pm there will be a free Family Festival in Lion’s Park including arts, crafts, vendors, food, and outdoor activities. Come back at 7pm for a licensed Party in the Park until 11pm.

WiLdLand fire Presentation

Join Trent Lakes Fire Rescue and the Ontario Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) for an informative wildland fire presentation on Wednesday, June 5 from 7pm to 8pm. This presentation will be virtual for easy access.

Topics to be discussed include:

• How the MNRF partners with/responds to local fires

• How tools are used

• How fires start

• How fires grow

• The effects fires have on the landscape; Good vs Bad

• How fire spreads to structures

• Wildland Fire Mitigation and FireSmart Canada

This presentation promises valuable knowledge for safeguarding our communities and ecosystems. You can register for the event and get login information through the Municipality’s website at www.trentlakes. ca. The Kawartha Promoter Supported entirely by our advertisers. We encourage you to choose the businesses that you see in these pages.

BiKefest in BoBCayGeon

From Facebook

After overcoming a series of challenges, we are thrilled to announce that Bike Fest Bobcaygeon will be held on June 1, 2024, from 9am to 5pm on Bolton Street.

Join us for a day filled with live music, great vibes, and an amazing community. All vendors are welcome—book your spot now with Colter at the Fallen Riders by calling 209-830-2765.

indiGenous frinGe festivaL

For those who are looking to connect with Indigenous culture, Trent University in Peterborough is hosting the Nogojiwanong Indigenous Fringe Festival from June 21 to 23.

The three day festival highlights original, contemporary Indigenous performances with shows for all ages in theatre, music, film and more in the beautiful Nozhem Theatre on the East Bank of Trent University.

All adult tickets are $12 and available online or cash-only at the door. Select performances of John-Paul Chalykoff’s “Songs and Puppetry in Anishnaabemowin” and the Centre for Indigenous Theatre’s “Girl Who Loved Her Horses” also have child/youth tickets available.

You can find out more about shows and times as well as purchase tickets at www.indigenousfringefest. ca.

WaLKinG BaCK in time

There’s family fun brewing up at Kawartha Settlers’ Village as they get ready for their annual Settlers’ Day. This “Old-fashioned Country Fair” takes place on Saturday, June 8 from 10am to 4pm.

Organizers say there will be carnival games and prizes, vendors and demonstrations, music,

entertainment, food and beverages for the whole family.

Admission is by donation. Visit settlersvillage.org for information.

KaWartha yarn & fiBre festivaL

2024 marks the 5th anniversary of the Kawartha Yarn & Fibre Festival, taking place on Saturday, June 8 at 10am at the Fenelon Falls Community Centre.

Kawartha Yarn & Fibre Festival showcases local and independent vendors, with a mini-market for start-up businesses designed specifically to help small companies with great products put a spotlight on their unique products, attracting passionate fibre artists of all types. Knitters, crocheters, spinners, and felters will all find something perfect for them.

You can find more informaiton at www.kyaff.ca.

eKins PLays fundraiser in Lindsay

Remax Allstars Realty Inc. Brokerage will present Marc Ekins and Friends in Concert at Celebrations, 35 Lindsay St. North in Lindsay on Sunday, June 9 from 2 to 4pm, to raise funds and awareness for the Boy’s and Girl’s Club Kawarthas’ Music Programs.

This event is to raise funds and awareness for the BGC Kawarthas’ Music Program. Marc Ekins and Friends want to support future Singer/Songwriters/ musicians and feel that the Kawartha Lakes Boy’s and Girl’s club have a wonderful program and facility to educate and encourage youth in this endeavour.

Cash donations will be collected at the door for entry to the event. Doors open at 1:15pm and the concert will be proceeded by performances by some of the youth that have benefited from the music program at the Boy’s and Girl’s Club.

Marc Ekins will perform a mix of Roots/Folk/ Celtic covers mixed with his originals and be joined throughout the show by guest artists.

datinG Game

Globus Theatre is presenting the world premiere of the romantic comedy The Dating Game by Olivier Award-winning playwright Peter Quilter.

Peter Quilter’s plays have been presented in more than 40 countries around the world and translated

into more than 30 languages. He is best known for his Broadway play, End of the Rainbow, which was nominated for 3 Tony Awards and adapted into the Oscar-winning film Judy (2019), starring Renée Zellweger.

“It was serendipitous,” said Sarah Quick, Artistic Director. “In January I was in the middle of choosing this year’s season when Peter sent The Dating Game to me, and I thought this show was perfect to open the season. Because I was selecting rather close to our season announcement and we open in May, it happily transpired that our production will be the world premiere! When the script goes on to other theatres around the world, it will say that The Dating Game premiered here, at Globus Theatre in Bobcaygeon.”

The Dating Game stars resident actor Sarah Quick, Matthew Olver, James Barrett and two time Dora winner Lisa Horner.

On stage until June 8, The Dating Game is a funny, entertaining and “currently single” comedy that looks at the hilariously mad world of dating and how choosing new lovers can be like selecting deckchairs on the Titanic.

This laugh-out-loud comedy is sure to resonate with both those who have been married for many years, and those who are navigating the wild world of dating in the 21st century.

Enjoy dinner before the show or just come for the show. Tickets are $100 for dinner and theatre or $50 for theatre-only. They can be purchased online at www.globustheatre.com or by calling the Globus Theatre box office at 705-738-2037.

raCe WaLKinG WorKshoP

Are you looking for a fun, low impact cardiovascular workout that can help improve balance, mobility and muscle endurance? Why not jump in and give race walking a try! Race walking is a great way to get outdoors and get active this summer.

The Kawartha Lakes Parks and Recreation Division will be hosting a Race Walking Workshop on Saturday June 22 from 10am to 2pm at the Victoria Park Armoury in Lindsay.

This free workshop will be led by Stafford Whalen, Head Coach of Canada’s National Race Walking. This fun and informative workshop is perfect for both beginners looking to try race walking for the first time as well as those with experienced in the sport.

Registration is required through the Kawartha Lakes Online Program Registration website. Limited space will be available for this workshop.

GamiinG CeLeBrates soLstiCe

Gamiing Nature Centre will celebrate 25 years with a Summer Solstice Festival on Saturday, June 22 from 1pm to 9pm.

There will be lots to take in for the whole family, including performances by Glen Caradus and his Paddling Puppeteers, The Raging Grannies and Ken Campbell and Friends. As well, there will be vendors and artisans, food trucks and a silent auction.

Admission is free but there will be an opportunity to use Tiptap to make a donation to the Nature Centre. You can find out more at www.gamiing.org.

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GoLf sCramBLe

There’s not much time to register for this fundraiser for the Bobcaygeon Legion’s Renovation Golf Scramble. The deadline is June 2.

The event takes place at Sheffield Greens Golf Course with tee-off time of 9am. The format is a 4 man/ woman scramble. Each entry includes prizes, green fees and lunch. The $60 entry fee gets you a cart as well, but there are only 20 carts available. The cost for walking golfers is $50 per person.

Call Tom Gallant at 705-772-1120 to register and pay before Sunday, June 2.

musiC at the LoCKs

The Buckhorn District Lions Club is pleased to present a summer filled with music at Lock 31 in Buckhorn on Tuesday nights. Here’s the schedule:

July 2 – Odd Combo

July 9 – Jasmine Murray Music

July 16 – Peterborough Dixiland Band

July 23 – Joslynn Burford

July 30 – Fyd-L-Styx

August 6 – Open Mic Night

August 13 – Apsley Firefly Band

August 20 – Knightshift

August 27 – Vintage Brass

Food is available at around 4:30pm and the music runs from 6pm to 8pm. So bring your lawn chairs and your toes for tapping!

PLant & BaKe saLes

it’s cash only, please.

On Saturday, June 15, St. Matthew-St. Aidan Anglican Church in Buckhorn (across from the locks) is hosting its annual plant and bake sale. It takes place from 9am to 11am.

a Bad year for Bites

We haven’t event scratched the surface of summer, and the public health agencies are raising the red flags

The best way to celebrate some new plants in your garden is with a homemade baked item, and there are two events coming up in Buckhorn that can help you get what you need.

On Saturday, June 1, head up to the Cavendish Community Centre on County Road 507 (north of Buckhorn) for their annual plant sale. All the plants offered for sale have been lovingly harvested by members of the community and donated for the sale. You know they’re hardy and will survive our environment! The sale runs from 8:30am to 11am and

on ticks and mosquitos.

Throughout the province, according to eTick.ca, there have been at least 1,124 sightings of blacklegged ticks, the species most likely to transmit disease. Just over 600 of those were found on humans.

Peterborough Public Health is now advising us that a local bird has tested positive for West Nile Virus. The bird was found dead in the Peterborough region early in May and submitted for testing.

We know how to protect ourselves, but here’s a reminder: ticks

• Wear light coloured long-sleeved shirts and pants.

• Tuck your shirt into your pants, and your pants into your socks.

• Wear closed-toe shoes.

• Use bug spray with DEET or Icaridin (always follow label directions).

• Walk on cleared paths or walkways.

• When you get indoors, check your clothing and your pet’s skin for any ticks. Remove the tick carefully.

mosquitos

• Wear light coloured long-sleeved shirts and pants when going outside between the hours of dusk and dawn

• Use bug spray with DEET or Icaridin, following label instructions

• Remove brush and standing water from your property

WeLCome BaCK summer

Bobcaygeon celebrates the return of summer on Saturday, June 8 with a free family fun event throughout town.

There will be entertainment, live music, deals at local retailers and much more. The fun starts at 10am.

KLaWs yard saLe

Kawartha Lakes Animal Wellness Society is hosting their largest fundraiser of the year – a huge yard sale! Drop by on Saturday, June 1 between 8am and 1pm and Sunday, June 2 from 8am to noon to find the bargains you’re looking for. At the same time, you’ll be helping the animals!

They ask that you bring your own bags. The event takes place at 31 Holtom Street in Lindsay.

Cruisin’ at the BCC

Classic cars and trucks will line the parking lot at the Buckhorn Community Centre all summer long. On Tuesday nights, from 5pm to 7pm (weather permitting), you can bring your classic vehicle or just take a stroll and talk to the owners.

There will be a BBQ available from 5pm to 6:30pm, music and a 50/50 draw.

settinG uP for the future

For the first time in 25 years, the Ontario government is modernizing the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) requirements and launching consultations with parents, job creators, educators and stakeholders on what skills students need to be better prepared for life beyond the classroom through the reintroduction of modernized home economics education.

The province is introducing a suite of reforms to ensure Ontario’s diploma embraces the back-to-basics agenda, including:

• A new financial literacy graduation requirement to ensure students exit Ontario’s school system with both literacy and practical financial literacy skills.

• Consulting on important life skills and the return of home economics education.

• Ensuring new teachers hold basic competency in math. Teacher applicants to the Ontario College

of Teachers must pass the Math Proficiency Test beginning in February 2025.

• For the first time in 13 years, a wholesale revitalization of guidance and career education to support students’ understanding of local labour market needs and pathways to good careers.

• Up to $14 million in 2024-25 to launch career coaching for Grade 9 and 10 students and to explore new opportunities into STEM and skilled trades.

• Return of the student exit survey to benchmark success and garner feedback on the impact of reforms with an emphasis on guidance.

“Too many parents, employers and students themselves tell me that students are graduating without sufficient financial literacy and basic life skills,” said Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education. “As we go back-to-basics in the classroom, we will introduce Ontario’s first financial literacy graduation requirement, along with the return of modernized home economics education. By elevating life skills in the classroom, along with better career education and higher math standards on educators, we are setting up every student for life-long success. Our bottom line: ensuring students graduate with practical learning that leads them to better jobs and bigger paycheques.”

Ontario will be introducing a new financial literacy assessment as a graduation requirement to ensure students have the skills and knowledge to create and manage a household budget, save for a home, learn to invest wisely, and protect themselves from financial fraud. Starting in 2025, students will be required to score 70 percent or higher to meet the financial literacy graduation requirement in their Grade 10 math course. Furthermore, the province will standardize making EQAO Grade 9 Math scores 10 per cent or more of a student’s final mark, a practice already used by the majority of teachers.

Students will also benefit from modernized career education programming in their schools with more exposure to the skilled trades and priority economic sectors. The government is investing up to $14 million in 2024-25 for career coaching for Grade 9 and 10 students in the publicly funded education system. In partnership with the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services, this funding will also provide resources and tools to help at-risk youth, individuals in youth justice facilities, and students in other publicly funded educational settings outside of regular classrooms.

The government is also working with the Ontario College of Teachers to support aspiring guidance counsellors by revising Additional Qualification guidelines. New changes will update guidance counsellor qualifications and impose annual training to deliver meaningful value to students.

Ontario will begin consultations this fall with parents and experts on what practical life skills students should learn in school to build a strong foundation that sets them up for success.

PedaL or PaddLe

The Buckhorn Community Centre is offering up a chance for you to win some cool prizes this summer. Their annual fundraising raffle this year is Pedal or Paddle for a Better Tomorrow.

You could win two E-bikes and two helmets or a Stand-up Paddle Board, paddle and leash. There’s also an Early Bird Prize draw on July 1 for a George Springer Jersey.

Tickets are $10 for 1; $25 for 3; or $100 for 15. You can get them in person at the BCC (1782 Lakehurst Road), at events throughout the summer at the BCC or online at www.buckhorncommunitycentre.com.

The Grand Prize Draw is Sunday, October 13 at 1pm.

The Buckhorn Community Centre is a charitable, not-for-profit organization and is not supported by municipal funding.

miLestones reCoGniZed at CounCiL

At the May 21 Regular Council meeting, Years of Service Milestones for Kawartha Lakes Employees were recognized and congratulated.

“I want to take this opportunity today to recognize some of the long standing employment milestones that have been achieved,” said Ron Taylor, CAO.

This year’s milestones were for the following employees:

45 years of service

Jim Laver, Volunteer Fire Station Coordinator 40 years of service

Don Dart, Volunteer Fire Captain 30 years of service

Christine Gilson, Fitness Instructor

Kim Griffioen, Aquatics Instructor & Lifeguard

Susanne Murchison, Chief Building Official

Kimberly Redmond, Program Integrity Coordinator

Darcy Caffin, Advanced Care Paramedic

Mark Oliver, Advanced Care Paramedic

Charles Phillips, Advanced Care Paramedic

Marlene Gough, Library Branch Staff

Donna Jakes, Registered Practical Nurse 25 years of service

Kimberly O’Neill, Aquatics Instructor & Lifeguard

Audrey Cooper, Crossing Guard

Pat Richardson, Crossing Guard

Jamie Anderson, Volunteer Fire Station Coordinator

Edward Dudman, Volunteer Fire Captain

Robert Fildey , Volunteer Fire Captain

Lucas Lowell, Volunteer Fire Captain

Mark Lowell, Volunteer Firefighter

Brandon Mitchell, Firefighter

Richard Thurston, Volunteer Fire Station Coordinator

Penny Westerhout, Client Services Worker

Kimberlee Wood, Damage Prevention Technician

John Rychel, Supervisor, Public Works Roads Operations

Elizabeth Mclean, Personal Support Worker

Coming back (9)

Warren Beatty movie about a hairdresser (7)

I must beg to do this? (6)

Head support (4)

Good way to attract someone's attention (3,7)

Strong, active and robust (8) 7 Mom's mom (7) 8 Church or tribal leader, often (5) 13 Held back (10) 16 Huge numbers (9)

Recognizable (8) 19 Text or voice-mail e.g. (7)

Like so waistbands (7)

Jays' Guerrero for one (6)

Welterweight's weapons (5)

Night birds (4)

Horoscopes

aquarius (Jan. 21 to feb. 19) “Forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair.”:Khalil Gibran. Head out into the wilderness, Aquarius, (or maybe your backyard) and experience nature all around!

Pisces (feb. 20 to march 20) The definition of “epiphany” is this: a sudden knowledge of the meaning of something; an illuminating discovery, realization, or disclosure. Are you waiting for your great insight and inspiration? It may come when you least expect it, but it will come.

aries (march 21 to april 20) How do you measure progress, Aries? Moving forward towards a destination or making one’s way while enjoying the journey? Both options are viable and can be done at the same time!

taurus (april 21 to may 21) Don’t let people “railroad” you into doing something you don’t really want to do, Taurus. You may experience something like this during this phase. Know your own needs and wants and do not be swayed!

Gemini (may 22 to June 22) Looking back, you did the best you could, at the time, knowing what you knew then, Gemini. So don’t go there and blame yourself for your actions. What is important is the NOW.

Cancer (June 23 to July 23) Time is on your side, Cancer. Think thoroughly about things that may crop up during the coming weeks. You have plenty of time to make decisions.

Leo (July 24 to aug. 23) Travel is definitely in your near future, Leo. There will be exciting times ahead for you! Take in every moment you have to explore, learn and, most of all, have fun.

virgo (aug. 24 to sept. 23) “Launch yourself on every wave …”: Henry David Thoreau. Dear Virgo, fling yourself into each and every chance there is to make life enjoyable – and also every risk!

Libra (sept. 24 to oct. 23) There is no better time to be happy than now, Libra. Don’t dwell on what may be or what might happen in the future. These are the “good ol days”, right this moment!

scorpio (oct. 24 to nov. 22) Let sadness in sometimes, dear Scorpio. Yes, it can be cathartic to accept our sorrows and regrets and move ahead, knowing happiness will soon return.

sagittarius (nov. 23 to dec. 21) We sense there may be slight obstacles in your love life, Sag. It is important to try hard to make things work because you don’t want to lose this special person. They are a keeper!

Capricorn (dec. 22 to Jan. 20) New opportunities are on the horizon for you, dear Capricorn. While you may hesitate at first, make the best of these lucky chances and make them happen!

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st. andreW’s PresByterian ChurCh

54 Bolsover rd. Bolsover, on.

In church Services start at 10:00 a.m. Sundays All Welcome and for further information please call 705 426-9382

Bolsover Pines seniors Club - 50+

16 Bolsover rd. Community Centre

Bolsover

NEW MEMBERS ALWAYS WELCOME.

Regular Weekly events unless above noted changes

Membership is $10 (good until May 2023) with weekly games for $3 per day.

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Games:

Tuesdays 1:00 p.m.

Euchre

Wednesday 1:00 p.m. drop in with Darts, Thursday 1:00 p.m.

Bridge Tea and Coffee served

at half time except Wednesdays.Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Come and enjoy a fun afternoon with a great bunch and help keep this community centre open.Please check our web page https:// bolsoverseniors.life or on Facebook.

saGes GentLe eXerCises for seniors - (saGes) Thursdays 9:30a.m.

Kirkfield Lions Club 973 Portage Rd \hwy 48 (left entrance of building) Kirkfield, Cost $3 per class THURSDAY at 9:30 AM. Program is geared for older adults and can be done sitting or standing The exercises focus on improving cardiovascular endurance, balance, muscle strength and flexibility. Come join the fun For more info 705-324-7323 ext 186 or info@ccckl.ca

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