The Kawartha Promoter - October 8, 2021 - Volume 31 Issue 19

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OVER THE BACK FENCE

Wow ... is it almost Thanksgiving already? The days are cooler and the leaves are turning and falling.

Usually, we’d be knee-deep in rehearsals for the Fall Dinner Theatre at the BCC, but again we have to hold off because of the you-knowwhat. We are sooooooo hoping to get back onstage for a Spring show, so stay tuned!

All of our efforts over the last 19 months have brought us to yet another Thanksgiving where some can gather with families and friends to share love. And that’s something to be thankful for.

I’d like to use my space this issue to be grateful. I’ve been doing a lot of soul searching lately and a recurring theme to finding peace is to find something every day to be grateful for. Thanksgiving is a good time to evaluate and put our thanks out there. So here goes ...

To all the healthcare workers, emergency responders, hospital staff, and so many others on the real frontline of this pandemic ..

THANK YOU for all your work, your compassion, your strength and, most of all, your unselfish attitude to help us through this.

To our politicians (love ‘em or hate ‘em)... THANK YOU for standing up and making the tough decisions.

To our local retailers, businesses and service clubs ... THANK YOU for your commitment to our communities and your dedication to keep going.

To our communities ... THANK YOU for supporting local, following the rules and keeping your neighbours safe.

To my family and friends ...

THANK YOU for loving me, listening to my worries and wiping my tears.

John F. Kennedy once said, “We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives.” Please use this Thanksgiving to do just that and remember, be kind to one another. editor@thepromoter.ca

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DRIVE-THRU FAIR GIVES BACK

To celebrate its 163rd year, the Bobcaygeon Agricultural Society held a drive thru Fair October 2/3.

More than 425 cars attended the two-day event which raised $5,135.25 in monetary donations to the local food bank as well as 750 lbs of non-perishable goods.

We would like to thank all the local businesses and organizations that came out to support our event along with the many volunteers. We couldn’t have done it without the amazing support from the community!

Darlene Fell , President - Bobcaygeon Fair

A SAFE THANKSGIVING

Our second Thanksgiving within the pandemic is upon us. This season, Peterborough Public Health has several recommendations to help residents stay safe and healthy.

“Celebrating Thanksgiving with friends and family is an important part of the holiday. To protect our vulnerable residents, we recommend family and friends screen for COVID-19 symptoms before attending any gatherings. Please stay home if you are feeling unwell or have symptoms,” said Donna Churipuy, Director of Public Health Programs. “This is especially important if celebrating indoors with people who are only partially vaccinated or not vaccinated yet.”

Self-screening can be done online at https:// covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/.

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Keep in mind that it is not just yourself, but those around you that precautions help protect.

Before visiting or making plans, check if everyone is comfortable with getting together. Gatherings of fully immunized individuals are lower risk, but steps can be taken to reduce this risk even more. Families may also have children too young to be vaccinated, or people who are at higher-risk of serious illness from COVID-19 (such as the elderly or immunocompromised) who should be protected. To help stop the spread during the fourth wave, it is also recommended to limit the number of people you see over Thanksgiving.

For a lower-risk Thanksgiving: • Plan a small gathering of fully vaccinated individuals, indoors or outdoors, • Plan a small gathering outdoors of individuals with mixed vaccine status (where some are vaccinated, some are only partially vaccinated or not vaccinated), • Before anyone comes in your home, check to make sure they do not have any COVID-19 symptoms, have not been identified as a close contact of someone who has COVID-19, and are not waiting for a COVID-19 test result, • Connect with family and friends virtually, • Stay local, and try to limit travel, • Continue to practice good hand hygiene, • Use face coverings in moderate to high risk settings, and whenever required in public spaces.

The following activities are considered moderate risk: • Small gatherings of individuals with mixed vaccine status, indoors with masking where distancing is not possible, • Medium-sized gatherings with individuals attending who are not vaccinated, or partially vaccinated, • Sharing drinks or food.

It is recommended to avoid: • Going to social gatherings, including religious services, if you are sick, awaiting testing results, or are a close contact of someone with COVID-19, • Large crowds or events - follow capacity limits, social distancing, and masking rules if you decide to attend.

Remember to use safe food handling practices when preparing any meals over Thanksgiving, such as: Keeping refrigeration temperatures below 4C, freezer below -18C. • Store all meat in a pan on the lowest shelf in the fridge to prevent spills and contamination with other food, • Thaw frozen meat in the fridge or under cold,

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running water, Review recommended internal cooking temperatures before you begin cooking, Test the internal temperature of the meat with a probe thermometer at the thickest part but away from the bone.

AREA SPEED LIMIT PROJECT

The City of Kawartha Lakes has launched a Community Area Speed Limit project to help improve motorist, cyclist and pedestrian safety on roads. The project came forward as a result of changes to the Highway Traffic Act which give Council new options in managing and creating speed zones on municipal roads.

The municipality currently enforces a speed by-law for designated areas within towns, villages, settlement areas and hamlets known as “community speed zones” that have a speed limit of 50km/h. Through the Community Area Speed Limit project, these zones will be reduced down to 40km/h. The campaign for the project, “40 is the new 50”, aims to educate and spread awareness to communities regarding the new speed limits and the importance of road safety.

The project will follow a phased approach: • Phase one, which focuses on rural speed zones, will begin to be implemented in October 2021.

This includes the following areas: Bethany, Burnt River, Coboconk, Kinmount, Kirkfield, Little Britain, Manilla, Norland, Oakwood, Omemee, Pontypool, Janetville, Seagrave, Sonya, Victoria Road and Woodville.

• Phase two, which focuses on urban speed zones, will be implemented in 2022. This includes the following areas: Bobcaygeon, Fenelon Falls and Lindsay.

Which roads will be affected?

Beginning with phase one, there will be a total of 16 communities where the updated signage will be installed. Each community, including a map of all roads impacted, are available on the the City’s website.

When will the new speed limits be enforced?

Phase one installation will begin in early October and is expected to be complete by the end of the year. As soon as the signs are installed and visible on the road, the new speed limits become enforceable.

Kawartha Lakes Police and OPP have been notified of the impacted areas and will be supporting the project through enforcement and education.

Are all roads within the community going to be reduced down to 40km/h?

No, only roads marked with red on the maps

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provided above will be reduced down to 40. The new speed limit signs being installed indicate where the 40km/h limit begins and where it ends. Drivers need to keep an eye out for the marked signage to know where the speed limit changes for impacted areas.

How will I be notified of changes to my community?

Updates will be provided through Kawartha Lakes news outlets when new community signs are being installed. Be sure to check the City’s website and social media pages.

In addition, the campaign includes lawn signs that residents can request to help notify other drivers in their area of the changes and also serve as a reminder to slow down in community areas. To request a sign, please visit the on the City’s website and complete the online form.

APP COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE

Emergency services across Canada are preparing for a busy Thanksgiving, as people are expected to travel, while lovers of the great outdoors venture out to make the most of Canada’s stunning fall colours and cooler temperatures. A recent survey of 10 Canadian emergency services control rooms showed that 70 percent of them said they see a spike in calls over holidays and long weekends.

To ensure emergency response teams can be directed quickly to precisely where help is needed, the public is encouraged to download and familiarize themselves with the free “what3words” app as a simple way to stay safe and support emergency services.

SATURDAYS 7am - 1pm

Thursday market now closed for season Saturday market open until Oct. 30th

Market traffic is one way only.

Follow directions.

Social distancing.

One person per household.

Please make your purchases and leave to make room for others to come in and shop.

PLEASE NO PETS

Thursday market 10-3 All customers should wear masks

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According to the survey, 70 percent of respondents reported that using what3words cut response times by at least one minute per call, while 50 percent commented they regularly receive calls from those in hard-todescribe locations such as hiking trails, lakes and campsites.

Locally, Kawartha Lakes Police Service (KLPS) has been using what3words since last December. So far, they’ve used it to locate people who are lost or are otherwise struggling to describe their location. In their survey response, they said, “We have used what3words to locate missing hikers and help them navigate out of the conservation area they were lost in. Without what3words, we would have needed to dispatch officers to the conservation area to look for the hikers to locate them and assist them in exiting the area. This could have taken a number of hours.”

KLPS officials also strongly agreed that the what3words app is an useful tool for the public to have on their phones. “Recently we had hikers become disoriented while hiking at a conservation area. With what3words, we were able to assist the hikers in navigating out of the area without sending officers to assist.”

The free what3words app is available from the app store for iOS and Android, and has an online map. It enables people to find, share and navigate to what3words addresses in 50 languages to date. The system does not store or track users’ location data, and there are no advertisements on the app or map.

“Across the globe, our technology has proven to be a valuable tool, both for emergency services and members of the public when you need to know exactly where,” said Chris Sheldrick, CEO and co-founder of what3words. “It’s useful for organizing meet-ups in parks and on hiking trails and beaches, but also provides the peace of mind of knowing that you and your family will always be able to tell emergency services exactly where help is needed. We’re proud to have been adopted by so many Emergency Service partners across Canada and look forward to continuing our expansion in the region at pace.”

KLFS STRATEGIC PLAN

Kawartha Lakes Food Source (KLFS) is excited to announce their new 2021-2023 Strategic Plan. Building on the previous strategic plan that came to fruition this year, a new era of feeding opportunity is now being realized at the largest nonprofit food distribution organization in the City of Kawartha Lakes!

Operating under the umbrella of Food Banks Canada and Feed Ontario, Kawartha Lakes Food Source is increasing food security in more than 7,500 individuals per month. Kawartha Lakes Food Source is a not-forprofit central distribution centre which supplies food and other household essentials to over 30 member organizations that provide support to individuals in need. Resilience-based programming, food gathering and distribution, and member organization support ensure that everyone has

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what they need to put food on their plate each day.

“The staff, volunteers, and member agencies associated with Kawartha Lakes Food Source continue to aspire to be the foremost authority on food security issues in the Kawartha Lakes region,” says Kawartha Lakes Food Source Executive Director Heather Kirby.

“The 2021-2023 Strategic Plan will guide us as we continue to build capacity to provide needed support for our community.”

Though the backbone of the organization continues to be supporting independently operated member food banks, over time Kawartha Lakes Food Source has developed, delivered and maintained their own innovative programs, including: • Community Kitchen: Includes collective kitchens, cooking classes, garden workshops, and safe food handling certification.

• Community Volunteer Income Tax Program: Trained local volunteers support tax filing of member food bank clients.

• Emergency Food Relief Bags: Program partners ensure distribution of pre-packed bags where a community member has an immediate and/or emergency need for food.

• Family Cooking Project: Local families are given the tools needed to prepare healthy, nutritious, affordable meals at home (including food, equipment, recipes, and support).

• Food Bank Milk and Eggs Program: Weekly purchase of milk and eggs for distribution to member food banks.

• Grab n’ Grow Program: Provides weekly fruit and milk to 20+ member schools.

• Lindsay Community Food Market: Offers hampers, delivery, and shopping style service.

• Open Gardens: Increases availability of fresh and healthy food to community members in need by allowing them to harvest produce any day, any time.

• Social Enterprise: KLFS developed brand of locally produced, 7 ingredient, shelf

stable salsa.

Sales will support KLFS operations and broaden financial stability.

• Summer Community Program Coordinator, Amelia Outreach Lunch Boyd, stocking Family Cooking Project Program: A bins to give local families the tools and partnership that support to prepare healthy, nutritious, extends student affordable meals at home. access to free, healthy bagged lunches beyond the academic year.

• Volunteer Program: Provides rewarding experiences and the pride of having aided those in need.

You are encouraged to become involved in food security in the Kawartha Lakes region by donating, volunteering, engaging with the community, and following Kawartha Lakes Food Source on the following social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. You can reach out to Kawartha Lakes Food Source by calling 705-324-0707 or by emailing info@kawarthalakesfoodsource.com.

You can read the new Kawartha Lakes Food Source Strategic Plan by visiting the website at kawarthalakesfoodsource.com.

CURBSIDE TEXTILE PICKUP

Curbside textile recycling pickup will return for Kawartha Lakes residents this fall. During the week of October 18, residents will have the opportunity to arrange for textile curbside pickup through Recycling Rewards on their designated date outlined below.

Different from the collection that ran in the spring, residents must call in advance to confirm textile pickup. Please contact Recycling Rewards no later than October 15 to put your address on the list for collection during the following days: • If your regular waste collection day is a Thursday – you can book your textile pickup for Monday, October 18 • If your regular waste collection day is a Monday – you can book your textile pickup for Tuesday, October 19 • If your regular waste collection day is a Tuesday – you can book your textile pickup for Wednesday, October 20 • If your regular waste collection day is a Wednesday – you can book your textile pickup for Thursday, October 21 Please contact Recycling Rewards, available Monday to Friday, 9am to 4:30pm, by either calling 1-866-927-3873 or by emailing info@recyclingrewards. com to request collection service. The deadline to book your collection is Friday, October 15.

On your designated collection day, please place your textiles in clear bags at the curb no later than 7am. Please note that ripped and stained items will be accepted for recycling. The following items will be accepted for pick up:

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Clothing: Active wear, Bathing suits, Bathrobes, Belts/Ties, Coats, Dresses, Hats, Jeans, Pants, Parkas, Purses, Scarves, Shirts, Skirts, Socks, Sweaters, T-shirts, Undergarments, Uniforms • Footwear: Athletic shoes, Boots, Cleats, Dress shoes, High heels, Running shoes, Slip-ons, Slippers, Loafers, Sneakers • Linens: Bedding, Blankets, Comforters, Curtains, Cushions, Mats, Pillows, Rags, Fabric, Sheets, Sleeping bags, Stuffed toys, Towels, Wash cloths

Residents can also drop off any textile items listed above at the City’s five landfill locations, as long as they are brought in clear bags and not mixed in with other recycling items.

ROUND-UP DAYS RETURN

Round-Up Days are returning to the City of Kawartha Lakes. Residents can take advantage of these days to drop off ‘hard-to-recycle’ items for free at designated locations.

• Saturday, October 23 – Coboconk - Coboconk Road’s Depot, 2863 CKL #48, Coboconk • Saturday, November 13 – Carden - Carden Recreation Centre, 258 Lake Dalrymple Rd, Sebright • Saturday, November 27 – Bobcaygeon Bobcaygeon Public School, 30 Balaclava St, Bobcaygeon All events run from 8am to 12pm. All materials are accepted free of charge. Please practice all COVID-19 safety protocols including wearing a mask when dropping off materials and social distance where possible.

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 (ripped and stained items will be accepted for recycling) Clothing: Active wear, Bathing suits, Bathrobes, Belts/Ties, Coats, Dresses, Hats, Jeans, Pants, Parkas, Purses, Scarves, Shirts, Skirts, Socks, Sweaters, T-shirts, Undergarments, Uniforms.

Footwear: Athletic shoes, Boots, Cleats, Dress shoes, High heels, Running shoes, Slip-ons, Slippers, Loafers, Sneakers.

Linens: Bedding, Blankets, Comforters, Curtains, Cushions, Mats, Oven mitts, Pillows, Rags, Sewing fabric, Sheets, Sleeping bags, Stuffed toys, Towels, Wash cloths.

Bulky Plastics Items accepted include plastic beverage crates (milk crates), clean plastic drums, totes, empty garbage cans, recycling bins and clean plastic buckets/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).

Please note, they will not accept toys, furniture, pipes, carpet, liners, pool covers, dock barrels or vinyl siding.

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COBOCONK, NORLAND & AREA NEWS

COBY NEWS

Submitted by Jennifer Wilson

Coby Santa Claus Parade Sunday, December 5th will mark 50 years that Coboconk has hosted the Big Guy Himself for the children of Coboconk and surrounding towns. Santa enjoyed last year’s Reverse Parade so much, we plan to do it again! More info coming...keep up to date at www.coboconknorland.ca.

Spike It Up to Light It Up!

Have you seen the light installation on the hill at the Coboconk Train Station? The picture is beginning to emerge, and we are ready to share it with you.

Come for a walk, a bike ride or a drive to check it out!

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Rea came up with the idea to light up the hill to help spread the message about the new Wellness Centre and raise money towards the communities’ $1 million goal. So far, the communities of Kirkfield, Norland, Coboconk, Burnt River and Rosedale have raised over $640,000!

“I thought it would be exciting to come up with an idea that would allow family and friends to come and see an outdoor light installation that reflects the growing Community contributions to the Wellness Centre and celebrate the restoration of the Train Station,” says a smiling Sherry. “The best time to enjoy the installation is at dusk when the lights turn on to illuminate the symbol on the hill. I wonder what it might be?”

You can get involved to help make the symbol appear. Just donate a minimum of $25 to the Wellness Centre, and you will be donating a virtual ‘railway spike’ that is solar powered. As the donations come in, the light installation will grow and the hill will light up to form an interesting symbol. What will the symbol be? You will find out when Sherry reaches her $10,000 goal.

The new Wellness Centre will be a hub for community health and community space for the under-served northern areas of Kawartha Lakes. By renovating and expanding the historic Train Station building in Coboconk, the Centre will offer more doctors and after-hours care, along with dental, physio, and many more services, while preserving an important piece of the area’s history.

To donate visit www.WellnessCentreNorth.ca and click the “Donate” button and choose “Spike It Up”, or by cash/cheque payable to Coboconk Medical Trust (P.O. Box 177, Coboconk, K0M 1K0) or at the Chamber office in Coboconk.

NEW NAME FOR WELLNESS CENTRE

Submitted by Jennifer Wilson

The Coboconk, Norland & Area Chamber of Commerce announced the results of the summer community contest to name the Wellness Centre at their AGM on Monday, October 4, 2021.

family for their generosity and excitement for the Wellness Centre, and for their careful consideration of the new name. We would also like to thank the person who submitted the “Summit” name to the contest: Kim Tuckett of Kirkfield, who chose to donate her prize in support of the Wellness Centre but will hold on to the bragging rights.

The new Wellness Centre will be a hub for community health and community space for the underserved northern areas of Kawartha Lakes. By renovating and expanding the historic Train Station building in Coboconk, the Centre will offer more doctors and after-hours care, along with dental, physio, and many more services, while preserving an important piece of the area’s history.

LAST WEEKEND FOR TSW

During the summer, the Chamber announced a donation of $250,000 from a local family to the Wellness Centre. With that donation, came the rights to name to the Wellness Centre. However, the donor family felt strongly that the Wellness Centre purpose will be to serve the community, and the community should have a voice in naming it.

“Our family, through donation, sponsored the contest and are so pleased by the level of community interest generated and the many thoughtful choices for names submitted,” says the donor family, who don’t wish to be publicly recognized. “We learned more about the history of the area through stories of past residents who have made our community what it is today. Our family has unanimously chosen the name, The Summit Wellness Centre, for its tie to Balsam Lake’s recognized status as the Fresh Water Summit in Canada. A Summit is also a place for people to come together, can represent the highest quality of health care and services, and reflects the location of the new Wellness Centre on the hill in Coboconk.”

Some of the name submissions were to honour well-deserving past community members, such as Dr. and Mrs. Millyard, Dr. Jamieson, George Laidlaw and Bill Shields. The donor family felt it would be very difficult to honour just one of these important community contributors. Each of these, and several others, deserve our community gratitude and recognition.

The Chamber would like to thank this donor

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According to Parks Canada, the entire Trent-Severn Waterway will reopen for recreational boating on the morning of Friday, October 8, 2021. The last lockage of the season will occur on Monday, October 11, 2021 at 4:30pm.

Recent unusually high levels of rain necessitated a temporary closure of Lock 1 Trenton to Lock 27 Young’s Point (excluding Lock 20 Ashburnham & Lock 21 Peterborough Lift Lock) to allow operations staff to move water through the system to create safe boating conditions.

Parks Canada is grateful to the public for their patience and cooperation while this crucial work was carried out.

2021 – 2022 Season YES WE ARE OPEN TO PLAYING ANOTHER SEASON!

After a successful season last year we are heading to the ice!

Return To Play protocols for safe play.

Our main priorities are to have a Safe and Fun Curling season for all.

New Member Discount Rate Special Evening and Once a Week Rates More league membership information can be found at www.bobcaygeoncurlingclub.ca

OPEN HOUSE SEPT 22ND

GET THE INFORMATION & MEET OUR MEMBERS 49 Mansfield Street, Bobcaygeon (at the fairgrounds)

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CHRISTMAS GIFT CARDS

Submitted by Laura Fisher

Through the ups and downs of the last year and a half, Bobcaygeon Helps has remained strong in its efforts to help the less fortunate in our community, but this would not have been possible without you. Thank you to all for your donations, fundraising, volunteering and support!

It’s hard to believe that Christmas is just around the corner. Once again, we are going to continue with our gift card program. We feel that this is safer for all involved so, in lieu of toys, we will give Walmart gift cards to families with children 15 years of age and younger. This worked well last year and parents were happy to do their own shopping.

If you would like to contribute to this, there are a few ways you can donate: • Through PayPal • By cheque: Cheques can be mailed to Bobcaygeon Helps, P.O. Box 412, Bobcaygeon, ON K0M1A0; dropped into our locked mailbox at the side door of 55 Main Street in Bobcaygeon; or left with a volunteer on Wednesday mornings between 9:30 and 11am.

Once again, thank you Bobcaygeon for being the amazing community that you are. On behalf of the board, volunteers and clients, we wish each and every one of you a happy and healthy 2021 Christmas.

Together we do make a difference.

DIRECTORS NEEDED

The Kawartha Lakes-Haliburton (KLH) Housing Corporation is seeking three individuals to serve as directors on the corporation’s Board of Directors. Two of the three new directors are to be KLH Corporation tenants. Experience in municipal governance is not required.

Vision

Quality affordable housing with support services across all of our communities.

Mission

Lead and collaborate with others to create a variety of quality, safe, accessible, sustainable and affordable housing for the residents of Kawartha Lakes and the County of Haliburton.

They are looking for motivated and experienced individuals with the skills, passion and vision to contribute to the diversity of perspectives, skills and expertise of our nine member volunteer Board of Directors. The Board is prioritizing individuals with one or more of the following: • experience living in KLH Housing Corporation housing;

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• experience in housing development, financial services, real estate law or residential property management; • expertise and skills in human resources, communications, public relations or partnership development; • participation in partner sectors such as mental health and addictions treatment, social services, policing and criminal justice, government, education.

Successful candidates will hold director positions for a four-year term ending in 2025, with the possibility of a second term.

To be eligible, applicants must be a resident of the City of Kawartha Lakes or the County of Haliburton and at least 18 years of age. Experience serving on the board of a non-profit agency or similar community committee would be beneficial, but is not required.

Applications may be obtained electronically or by mail at the contact provided below. Interested individuals are asked to submit their expression of interest in the form of an application and any supporting information such as a resume by end of day October 19, 2021 to: Holly Russett, Executive Assistant to the Director of Human Services Kawartha Lakes-Haliburton Housing Corporation hrussett@kawarthalakes.ca, 705-324-9870 extension 3228 68 Lindsay Street West, P.O. Box 2600, Lindsay, ON K9V 4S7

CRAFT SHOW ONLINE

As the pandemic restrictions continue, the 39th Annual Buckhorn Harvest Craft Show will be virtual again this weekend.

From October 9 to 11, head to the Buckhorn Community Centre’s website for a virtual shopping experience. The vendors have wonderful items for you to purchase and lots of options for shipping and pickup.

The Buckhorn Harvest Craft Show is a fundraising event held annually by the Buckhorn Community Centre, a non-profit community organization that does not operate with municipal funding. Visit www. buckhorncommunitycentre.com for more information.

THE MISHKODEH PROJECT

Submitted by TRC Bobcaygeon

The Mishkodeh Project was inspired by conversations with Curve Lake First Nation scholar and Elder Doug Williams (Gidigaa Migizi). The history of mishkodehs dates far back in time when the Indigenous peoples created clearings through controlled burning techniques to cultivate trees and medicinal plants and to have spaces for their communities to gather.

This includes this land in Bobcaygeon on the shallow rapids between Pigeon Lake and Sturgeon Lake.

An owner of the Boyd Property/Mishkodeh connected with the Truth and Reconciliation Community of Bobcaygeon members over the ’215+ Taken’ orange stone Art Installation. He attended the opening of the installation and was moved by the

words of Anne Taylor, Language Coordinator of Curve Lake First Nation, “There is not an Anishnaabeg person who has not been impacted by the residential school system in some way.”

This owner has offered to create the opportunity for us to buy this land for the creation of a land-based learning and language centre.

This project would be overseen by and benefit both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people.

The ability to purchase and preserve this 4.8 acre landscape in the heart of the village is a unique opportunity to ensure the environmental integrity of the land for future generations as well as offer a place to activate programs for land-based-learning and language exchange for both youth and adults.

Preserving this land would create a vibrant green zone available for everyone to access, create employment, and would be important for cultural tourism. As Bobcaygeon is already a thriving hub of the Kawarthas, this will attract even more visitors to the City of Kawartha Lakes and would be an important model of how community can engage in true reconciliation.

Early settler Thomas Need used this mishkodeh and the generosity of the Michi Saagig Nishnaabe to survive those early years on the land. As these Indigenous inhabitants were pushed off their territories, the governments proceeded to enact genocidal colonial policies to make them disappear.

The recent news of the unmarked graves of children forced to attend Residential Schools for many generations has brought to the forefront the pain and suffering of early colonial policies and practices, some of which still exist today.

Today, we now have a beautiful opportunity to look to the future by acknowledging the past and begin to mend relationships. We have the once-in-alifetime chance to help create a land-based learning centre for everyone that would be run jointly by an equally represented Indigenous and non-Indigenous

Board of Directors through The Mishkodeh Centre For Indigenous Knowledge Inc. This project would be unique and ground-breaking. The Boards of both The Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes and The Kawartha Works Community Co-operative have confirmed their support for the project and can serve to assist the community in implementing the project through fundraising and project management.

Your support will help make this important project happen. For more information, visit www. trcbobcaygeon.org.

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Horoscopes

October 8 to 21

By Melodie McCullough

Aquarius (Jan. 21 to Feb. 19) You’re feeling refreshed and ready to crush your goals after a period of instability, Aquarius. Be confident and don’t feel bad about making your health a priority in social situations.

Pisces (Feb. 20 to March 20) Become aware of how amazing you are and live with confidence, Pisces. If you need help, reach out to friends and professionals for support.

Aries (March 21 to April 20) Problem solving is on your agenda, dear Aries. You can’t ignore minor or major differences anymore, so communicate your needs with confidence and clarity.

Taurus (April 21 to May 21) Princess Diana said, “Every one of us needs to show how much we care for each other and, in the process, care for ourselves.” You need some self love, Taurus. After some anxious moments, life will feel less chaotic if you reach out for help. Now is the time to rebuild from within.

Gemini (May 22 to June 22) When the going gets tough, Gemini, the tough get going. But you’ll want to stick it out and work through all the issues.

Find the right balance and look forward to overall happiness in your life.

Cancer (June 23 to July 23) There’s a little turmoil over the next while, Cancer and you have to deal

with it. Give yourself time to think and feel each conflict before reacting or over-reacting with emotion.

Leo (July 24 to Aug. 23) Janis Joplin said it best: “Don’t compromise yourself. You’re all you’ve got.”

This time of year is always a challenge for you Leo. Moving forward may be uncertain, but going back is nearly impossible. Don’t compromise!

Virgo (Aug. 24 to Sept. 23) Money features prominently for you during this time, Virgo. Your self-confidence is at an all-time high, so now is a good time to ask for that raise or search for a new opportunity.

Libra (Sept. 24 to Oct. 23) “Choose to be optimistic.

It feels better.” – Dalai Lama Optimism is a choice, dear Libra. You’ll find yourself noticing joy in random places and this is a blessing.

Scorpio (Oct. 24 to Nov. 22) Put an emphasis on self-care, Scorpio, as you rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit. It may be easier said than done right now, but a few minutes a day of mindfulness or meditation will help you stay in the present.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23 to Dec. 21) Look forward, dear Sag. It’s been a tough time but you’re so far ahead of where you’ve been. Deal with your feelings and find some fun in your evolution.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 20) “Dwelling on the negative simply contributes to its power.” -- Shirley MacLaine Don’t engage in negativity, Capricorn, because you’re better than that. Those who want to bring you down aren’t worth your time.

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POP-UP VACCINE CLINICS

Residents who are not yet vaccinated have another convenient way to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

Pop into an upcoming Mobile Clinic hosted by the HKPRD Health Unit: • Pontypool: Thursday, October 7 from 3pm to 6pm at the Pontypool Fire Hall, 287 John St., Drivethrough • Kirkfield: Saturday, October 16 from 10am to 1pm at the Kirkfield Fire Hall, 16 Munroe St. • Mariposa: Saturday, October 16 from 10am to 1pm at the Mariposa Fire hall, 552 Eldon Road, Little Britain, Drive-through These mobile clinics are open to anyone born in 2009 or earlier, no appointment needed. Please bring your health card. Both mRNA (Pfizer/Moderna) vaccines available.

What a great way to enter the fair grounds by driving over the For more information, visit hkpr.on.ca. newly paved and lined parking lot while going to the Bobcaygeon Fall Fair drive-thru.

Peter John Howard It is with great remorse that we announce the passing of Peter John Howard, in his 71st year. On Saturday September 25th 2021 Peter peacefully transitioned while surrounded by his family at Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay. Peter is survived by his wife, Sharon Elizabeth, his two sons & Daughters-in-law Matthew James Howard, Leighanne Mary Howard (Burke), Scott Andrew Howard and Samantha Louise Howard (Kennedy). Peter also leaves behind his grandchildren Elliott William, Alexander Peter, Cameron Joseph, Colby Brooks & Blayke Elizabeth who were his whole world. Peter was born on July 13th 1950 in Peterborough, Ontario to his father Harry Howard & mother Sadie Howard (Dempsey).

He was the eldest of three children Penny Copeland (Howard) & Kelly Emery (Howard). Though born in Peterborough, Peter spent his childhood at the family house on Evergreen Side Road in Midland, Ontario.

After navigating his childhood & adolescent years he obtained his high school diploma and subsequently pursued a career as a teacher by first attending teachers college then completing his degree at Trent University majoring in Anthropology. Immediately after writing his final university examination he found a small posting pinned to a cork board outside the examination hall for an entry level teaching position with the Victoria County District School Board in the tiny community of Bobcaygeon. Upon securing this new job he began his career in education in 1971. As an educator within our community Peter has had the privilege to have had an impact on the development of many people within Bobcaygeon and the surrounding area until his retirement in 2003. As all his close friends & family can attest Peter’s artistic & creative mind was always active. However, his talents shined most when it came to writing & specifically poetry.

One of which has been included below:

ALMOST HOME

Tales of found treasures – my adventurous boys.

And now before sunset, green amber the leaves Adorning the branches of aged maple trees.

Still are the waters, dark hued in last light As the day yields to dusk and the coming night.

And she who waits softly, my lady, my life.

I’ll draw her close to me, this woman, my wife.

There!

In the distance, the dark now unfolds From the glow of the lantern she faithfully holds.

Far off in the distance, the call of a loon, The sun going down, the rise of the moon.

Silver now rules the darkening lake.

Moondrops bead on the paddle, disappear in my wake Slipping silently onward, I turn toward home, Where the dockside lies waiting; I won’t be alone.

My children will greet me with laughter and noise,

I pick up the tempo, double my pace, Dip... pull on the paddle: I’m now in a race.

Almost, almost... home...

Home, so tender and fair; In my longing heart, I’m already there.

Peter Howard As many lives as Peter has touched, whether they are family, friends or students he would say that it was not about the contribution or impact he had on anyone’s life but rather the impact others made on his. In keeping with Peter’s wishes there will be no general service or celebration of life. Donations may be made in his honour to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Diabetes Society.

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