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FROM MY PERCH

Fifty years ago, I was nearly 12 years old when Canada’s brand new red-and-white, maple-leaf flag first flew over Parliament Hill.

It was Feb. 15, 1965.

I remember it well. It was an important symbolic moment in our country’s history—another step in claiming our independence from the British crown.

I was proud to be Canadian, proud of the new flag. I loved maple trees (still do). I loved the maple leaf on the flag (still do).

But I was a child then. There were so many things I did not know—or understand.

Mainly, I didn’t understand our country’s colonial history—how the French and British, and later Canada itself, used trickery in the treaties, biological warfare (smallpox-infected blankets, decimating the buffalo),

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social engineering (residential schools), to break down First Nations.

The aim was to bring about Superintendent of Indian Affairs Duncan Campbell Scott’s “final solution”—“to continue until there is not a single Indian in Canada that has not been absorbed into the body politic and there is no Indian question, and no Indian Department.”

In reality, that often still seems to be the policy of our governments. We live in a country built on stolen land.

That’s not the whole story, of course. First Nations, Inuit and Métis have survived remarkably well and are beginning to recover their identities and to thrive. And more and more Canadian settler folks and mainstream segments of society are becoming determined to right these wrongs. But none of us are out of the woods yet.,

This 50th anniversary of our national flag is a good moment for us all to think again about what we want our country to be.

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Village Voice

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OMB ‘judge’ issues a flawed decision

Thousands of people have been waiting on the OMB ruling on the Dewdney Mountain Farms Quarry hearing, and were as anxious as the dedicated appellants to read what the erstwhile “judge” would conclude.

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The wait is over.

The “judge,” basically as I read the document, said go ahead clear the trees, pillage the land, make noise and dust as you like, and let the townsfolk pay for the road repair, destroyed environment and the lost tourist revenues.

Yes the “judge” added some minor caveats, but again in my opinion, nothing he said in his report protects the Municipality of Trent Lakes, and as a corollary the City of Kawartha Lakes.

Many of us (I refrain from saying all) found paragraph after paragraph that leaned to only hearing what the defendants of the hole in the ground wanted.

I did not sit through every day of testimony, but I sat through enough to compare my own recollections of what was said versus what the “judge” wrote.

In my own submission, I stated I was the president of the North Pigeon Lake Ratepayers’ Association and represented perhaps 200 property owners and that my background was in reinsurance and insurance around the world. I also stated my specialty was in analyzing risks and planning accordingly.

With that in mind, I talked about risk mitigation and setting up contingencies to pay for costly errors (like creating a lake or changing the water table).

I specifically noted that risks have to be looked at and mitigated where possible, especially when the damage could be irreparable.

What the “judge” stated in his ruling (by omission) was that I was not representing the NPLRA. He also said that I was a resource expert. I, at the time wondered how the “judge” would be able to remember everything when he appeared to be taking no notes. I thought at the time that he must have been recording the talks of the day.

But as the facts show, he did not, and he totally butchered who I was and my background. Thus, my conclusion that there must be a myriad of errors in the ruling.

Others have shared their frustration over what appears to many of us as a ruling that does not reflect a true amalgam of input and a reflection of our appellants’ sincere arguments of fact and reality.

The jury of the people is out. The judgment looks flawed.

If only we could vote the “judge” off his “bench” and get the errors corrected.

Ross A. Morton, President, NPLRA Bobcaygeon

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City Hall CKL plans Caygeon road work before tourist high season

In early March, contractors will begin a fourmonth, $1.3-million project to install a storm sewer system and “urbanize” Front Street East and Anne Street in Bobcaygeon.

It’s “the first phase of a three year plan to improve and enhance the infrastructure in Bobcaygeon,” says CKL Director of Development Services, Ron Taylor.

The project is scheduled to be completed by the end of June, and will provide improved water drainage in the area.

The initial phase, for $1.3 million, will include installing a storm-sewer system, plus a small amount of water-main work to support the storm sewer.

Front Street East and Anne Street will also have curbs, gutters and sidewalks installed, as well as new asphalt, says a city statement.

Staff say the water and waste-water lines are in good shape and have many more years of life in them. They are not being replaced.

Front Street East and Anne Street will be posted as “Closed – local traffic only,” during the construction. Motorists can use Main and Duke Streets to avoid the construction area.

Phases two and three, which include Helen, Prince, Main and Duke streets, will be subject to council approval in future budget years.

Canal Street, on the south side of the canal in Bobcaygeon is also badly in need of upgrading, something former councillor Pat Warren had asked for as well, especially as a drain at the intersection of Canal and Sherwood Streets has possibly collapsed.

That work is apparently tentatively scheduled for 2017.

Wanted: Feedback on second chip truck in Bobcaygeon

is hoping the current one will make the amendment to allow him the licence.

“Many of the full-time restaurants in Bobcaygeon already provide take out food similar to the chiptruck menu,” said Ferguson. “Plus we have two hot dog vendors also sharing in the summer economy.

“There is already a second chip establishment at the beach park,” she added. “A third chip truck is not needed to divide the decreasing discretionary spending in Bobcaygeon. All the restaurants look forward to the summer months when tourism provides the extra boost that they so need.”

Bobcaygeon resident Maicy Benjamin attended council on Tuesday to make the point that there are 26 restaurants and two delis in town. He feels the area does not need another chip truck.

The staff report notes that it is not staff’s place to change a bylaw; only council can do that. This puts the issue back in council’s lap.

Stay tuned and have your say.

CKL increases funding for A Place Called Home

City of Kawartha Lakes Council has approved an increase of up to $73,000 to fund the Lindsay shelter, A Place Called Home (APCH) for 2015.

Councillor Pat Dunn’s motion to extend the funding will help our local shelter become safer and fiscally sustainable. His motion also sets up a task force to include, two councillors, city staff and APCH. The task force will look at APCH’s finances and report back in June

A Place Called Home is a Lindsay-based, nonprofit organization that operates a 19-bed shelter for youth, adults, couples and families who have found themselves with no safe place to go at the end of their day. It also offers 24/7 support services to help people struggling with homelessness.

The increase was much less than APCH executive director Lorrie Polito had asked for in January. She wanted to double the amount from

By Pat Warren

Council approved Ward 7 Councillor Brian Junkin’s motion to seek input from Bobcaygeon residents before it decides to amend the Refreshment Vehicle Bylaw for Bobcaygeon. The amendment would allow a second chip truck, owned by Allan Latto, to operate in the village.

Francis Ferguson of Fergie’s Fries has the current licence for the area. She said “Fergie’s was granted an exclusive licence originally to protect the fulltime restaurants during the summer months so that too much business would not be siphoned away.”

The motion directed staff to advertise in the Kawartha Promoter to seek written comments, and to report findings at the March 24 council meeting.

Mr. Latto attended council last year and a few weeks ago, requesting council amend the current bylaw. The previous council turned him down but he

TAKE NOTICE of the Intent of City of Kawartha Lakes Council to amend the Refreshment Vehicle Licensing By-law at the March 24, 2015 Council Meeting. The effect of the amendment will be to allow two (2) chip truck refreshment vehicles in the Village of Bobcaygeon with the second location being 239 Main Street, Bobcaygeon.

Only public written submissions will be received by the Clerk’s Office on this proposal until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 13, 2015. Written submission can be sent to: City Clerk’s Office, P. O. Box 9000, Lindsay, ON K9V 5R8; delivered to the Bobcaygeon Service Centre or emailed to agendaitems@city.kawarthalakes. on.ca. Comments received will be presented to Council at the March 24, 2015 Council Meeting.

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$363,000 to $720,000. But after some pencil sharpening by Dunn, the shelter will be able to have two staff per shift for $73,000. This will make the shelter safer and help to defray day-to-day costs.

Councillor Doug Elmslie, who has been a long time proponent of homelessness initiatives, asked where the money would come from since the budget has already been approved

Director of Social Services Rod Sutherland said it “would have to come from another socialservices program.” Staff’s recommendation was for a one percent, or $3,500, increase.

The city receives $1.3 million from Ontario for homelessness initiatives, but this funding is shared by the John Howard Society, Women’s Resources, and Haliburton County, which receives 16 percent of that total.

CKL has previously added $363,000 to help the shelter.

Ward 16 Councillor Heather Stauble asked if Haliburton could be approached to help fund the shelter as well.

Councillor Emmett Yeo challenged the increase, stating that the many seniors living at the poverty level will not be able to afford the increase. He also challenged the per-diem rate (the amount per bed) that APCH received compared to other shelters in the province. Councillor Dunn said that APCH is below the provincial average.

In the end, Councillor Yeo asked for a recorded

vote. The motion passed 11 in favour and 4 opposed with Mayor Andy Letham, and Councillors Brian Junkin, John Pollard and Yeo voting against.

Councillors Kathleen Seymour-Fagan and Mary Ann Martin were absent.

Rural Transit Task Force wants your input

CKL’s newly formed task force on the future of rural transportation in Kawartha Lakes has had its first meeting and is set to solicit public input on the issue.

“Rural transit is a huge issue and there is no question that with the geographic size of Kawartha Lakes, providing the service in a cost-effective manner is a challenge,” said Mayor Andy Letham.

“We look forward to hearing from residents and users of the service to best determine how to move forward.”

Over the coming weeks the task force will be talking with citizens, soliciting input and conducting a survey to get public feedback.

Mayor Letham joins Ward 16 Councillor Heather Stauble, Ward 12 Councillor Gord James, Director of Corporate Services Mary-Anne Dempster, Manager of Fleet and Transit Todd Bryant and Transit Supervisor Enzo Ingribelli, on the task force, which was formed after a Jan. 27 council resolution.

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For a complete list of pick-up locations, or to download an electronic version, visit www.city. kawarthalakes.on.ca.

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The Kawartha Lakes Council has eight award categories offering annual recognition for outstanding contributions in the promotion of A Barrier Free City of Kawartha Lakes. The eight categories include: Business; Community Group; Educator; Individual (Adult); Individual (Youth); Individual (City Employee); Accessible Design; and the prestigious Barbara McArthur Memorial Award, which was introduced in 2009 to recognize outstanding achievement on an ongoing basis.

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Trent Lakes joins the development charges bandwagon

Facing three options on development charges, Trent Lakes Council has chosen to phase in incremental increases. Council’s plan would see an increase of $272 a year over five years to bring DC costs to a peak of $3,860 by 2019.

In order to take pressure off taxpayers, many municipalities are looking to increase their charges to new developments. The City of Kawartha Lakes passed a bylaw last summer to increase their charges significantly—which is now under OMB appeal.

The Provincial Development Charges Act allows municipalities to pass a bylaw to raise revenues from new development to offset costs they incur as a result of growth. The justifications are that “growth must pay its fair share” and “the costs of services should be fairly distributed between new and long-term development.”

Council found itself facing three options when it heard a final submission Feb. 3 from Bob Clark of Clark Consulting Services on this issue of Development Charges.

1. Do nothing and leave the development cost at $2,500.

2. Put in place an incremental increase of $136 a year over five years to peak costs at $3,180 in 2019.

3. Implement a larger incremental increase of $272

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a year over five years to peak costs at $3,860 in 2019.

When Trent Lakes compared its development charges with other local municipalities theirs were still among the lowest, justifying the rationale to increase charges.

Mayor Bev Matthews said the province is cutting back on grants and added that Trent Lakes is being penalized because it has a sizeable reserve of funds. On the other hand, she added, the province has given municipalities tools like the Provincial Development Charges Act to generate funds.

Council directed staff to develop a bylaw to reflect the third option. The municipality will make the bylaw available for public review, and will hold a public meeting to hear citizen reaction to the changes in development charges.

OMB favours quarry

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By Glenna Burns

Dewdney Mountain Farms Ltd. has won round one in their quest to build a mega quarry near Nogies Creek. The Ontario Municipal Board decision was issued Feb. 5 by the hearing chairman, Colin Hefferon.

“The board has had regard to the decision of the municipality,” says the OMB document (PL130149). “In this instance, the board has considered the same evidence that was before municipal council when it arrived at its decision to approve the applications to amend the MOP (municipal official plan) and bylaw. The board has arrived at the same conclusion.”

The 41-page document outlines the rationale and evidence accepted by Hefferon after weeks of testimony by expert witnesses and citizens. The hearings took place from May 20 to June 5, July 25 and Aug, 18 and 19, last year at the Trent Lakes Municipal Office.

It all began when the appellants (citizens living near the proposed quarry lands) appealed a January 15, 2013 decision by the former Trent Lakes Council to a land-zoning change from rural use to industrial use of property owned by Paul Richie.

The hearing generated a great deal of local concern when the implications of this quarry to the surrounding waters, roads and tourist industry became evident (see accompanying story).

Appeal the OMB decision—‘The citizens have not been heard’

By Glenna Burns

The fight to stop the mega quarry proposal by Dewdney Mountain Farms is not over. The original appellants to the Ontario Municipal Board, who live near the proposed quarry, have decided to seek leave to appeal the Feb. 5 OMB decision.

“We the citizens have not been heard,” the appellants told a public meeting at the Bobcaygeon

Municipal Service Centre on Saturday. Feb. 14. Their concern was echoed by the 70 other people in attendance.

The lawyer for the appellants, Eric Gillespie, was disappointed with the decision. “There are a number of areas of the decision that raise serious issues for our clients” he said.

Trent Lakes Mayor Bev Matthews encouraged all residents of the area to email the Chief Administrative Officer for Trent Lakes, Lois O’NeillJackson, with their concerns about the quarry decision and how it impacts them.

Once the citizens register their request to appeal, a Superior Court judge will determine if there is sufficient evidence to proceed. Once approved, several months are usually allowed to prepare for the court hearing which could occur this fall. The appeal process can only be based on errors of law and no new evidence can be reviewed.

The costs for this appeal process are projected to be between $5,000 and $10,000 initially, after which up to $20,000 more will be needed if and when the case goes to a full appeal.

Participants at the meeting were all in favour of going ahead with the appeal request , and seemed committed to helping the appellants mitigate the legal costs.

to $3,000. Changing over the lighting systems, which will give the municipality the ability to monitor the lighting electricity uses from a smart phone, will cost $30,000, minus a $5,000 rebate.

The community would save 65 percent in energy use and 80 percent in maintenance costs as the lighting lasts for about 20 years. The municipality would recoup the infrastructure costs in four years.

Councillor Peter Raymond

questioned whether solar had been looked into as an option and was told it is more expensive to use and there is a longer payback period.

Mayor Bev Matthews liked the idea that the costs should be recovered in four years.

Council was unanimous in moving that the project proceed.

Trent Lakes will join 96 other Ontario municipalities— including the City of Kawartha Lakes—in converting to LED lighting.

LED Street Lights for Trent Lakes

Trent Lakes council members were happy to learn at the Feb. 3 meeting that they can save the taxpayers money by spending some now—by converting street lights to LED lighting.

Real Term Energy, represented by Michelle Hjort, completed a Streetlight Network Investment Grade Audit for the municipality and presented the findings to council.

By converting to LED lighting for the 46 street lights in Trent Lakes, costs should go down from $9,500 a year

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We’ve Got The Goods!

The first in a series on Shopping Locally Shopping locally—It’s all about the relationship

The really great thing about shopping locally, says Bob Hughes, secretary with the Bobcaygeon and Area Chamber of Commerce, is that the business owners here know their customers. And they know the area’s geography and climate.

In other words, the local businesses know what people in the Kawarthas like to eat, what they like to wear, what they like to do for entertainment, as individuals and families. And what they need to get the job done.

“That means I can easily find what I need and require.”

Whether it be warm but stylish (or not) snow boots … coats … hats … snow tires … winter chains … the latest in ergonomic show shovels … snow blowers … snowmobiles … toboggans … snowboards … or colourful summer swimwear …

Tilley hats … boating shoes … fishing rods and lures … kayaks … paddles … lifejackets—they know what we need to brave the winter elements and the

summer bugs—and to have our fun in the woods and on the water.

Shopping locally means “I can develop a personal relationship with the shop keepers,” adds Hughes. “When I come in to their shop again, they may remember what I last bought, what my preference is in shoe styles, and whether I lean towards top-of-the-line or discount bargains.”

But there’s another side to it as well.

It’s not just about service and knowledge, Hughes explains. “These people are my neighbours and my friends—both the shop owners and the employees.”

I care about them and I want to see them stay in business, or continue in their jobs.

So they don’t just help me when I shop locally, I help them too.

It’s all about the relationship, and that’s what makes local, small-town shopping such a wonderful experience.

A few of our local retailers that carry excellent products Bobcaygeon Art & Printing Spitting Images www.spittingimages.ca

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FENELON FALLS Antiques Grr8 Finds 27 & 29 Colborne St. Appliances Bert’s Appliances 54 Colborne St.

Cornerstone Home Furniture 73 Colborne St. Bedding Bert’s Appliances 54 Colborne St. Collectibles Grr8 Finds 27 & 29 Colborne St. Furniture Cornerstone Home Furniture 73 Colborne St.

Lindsay Art & Framing Galaxy Picture Framing 104 Kent St. W.

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Footwear Brittany & Bros. www.brittanyandbros.com Furniture Kate & Co. www.kateco.ca Home Accents Kate & Co. www.kateco.ca Houghton Creek www.houghtencreek.com Jewellery Johnson Jewellers www.johnsonjewellers.com Gauze 2 Go 140 Kent St.

Men’s Wear Nisbett’s Clothiers, Men’s Formal Wear & Rentals www.nisbetts.ca Women’s Fashion Brittany & Bros. www.brittanyandbros.com Gauze 2 Go 140 Kent St.

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Choristers Corner

New venue offers grand piano

The choristers have moved venue again.

Practices now take place at the Retirement Suites of Kawartha Lakes on West Street, at the same time—7 pm on Tuesday evenings. At the request of the Suites, their residents may come and listen as a form of entertainments for them.

Our accompanist, Vivian Hetherington, was delighted to find a grand piano for her to play.

At the first practice, we collected Christmas music and distributed four new pieces to learn.

As usual, we sang Happy Birthday to choristers who’d had birthdays in January, a tradition that continues since George Hedge’s time.

The choir will be putting together short programs we can offer at club events, dinners, nursing homes and hospitals—in fact, anywhere we’re asked. If you would like more information please call Laura Plummer at 705-731-1060 and she will be glad to help you out.

There are some Snowbirds in the choir so numbers are down but we welcome Mary Weymouth back into the fold after a leave of absence. The Snowbirds will have some catching up to do.

Until next time, like us on Facebook and think about joining us. We always welcome extra voices.

Habitat is building a team

Habitat for Humanity is looking to hire a full-time Construction Manager for its Kawartha Lakes projects—and to assemble a team of volunteers to support the new manager, whoever she or he may be.

The manager’s primary responsibility will be the completion of multiple builds in support of Habitat’s vision and goals. A detailed job description is available at: www.habitatpkr.ca/ get-involved/job-postings.

The new Building Committee will offer volunteer support to the Construction Manager.

If you’re interested in being part of this team, drop by the ReStore on Mary Street West in Lindsay, or email Habitat’s Volunteer Coordinator at Sinclair@i-zoom.net

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This tax would also be paid out of your estate.

If the property is your principal residence, however, you don’t have to pay any capital gains tax on it. That’s called a capital gains exemption.

Of course, if you have more than one property (home and cottage), only one of them can qualify as your principal residence - the one where you live most of the time.

Life insurance policies, beneficiary designations, trusts, and restructuring of the ownership of assets, are some of the ways you can minimize your tax liability at the time of death.

Talk to a knowledgeable estate-planning lawyer or financial planner to find out the possible tax consequences of your death, or your spouseís.

Reduce those taxes as much as possible, and if possible, organize cash flow to pay the portion that remains.

Based on information laid out in Lynne Butlerís blog, Estate Law Canada (http://estatelawcanada. blogspot.ca/2010/03/does-canada-have-deathtaxes-or.html)

It may surprise you to hear that Canada does not levy a specific tax against people inheriting from an estate. But there are still lots of tax issues when someone dies.

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Lace up those skates

The Fenelon Falls and District Lions club has arranged for free skating in the Fenelon Falls arena on Sundays, Feb. 22 and March 22, from 12:30 to 1:30 pm.

Reward yourselves by awarding others

By Bob Hughes, secretary

Maybe it’s because so many caring, communityminded people have already been honoured by the Chamber of Commerce Awards of Excellence program that there are still opportunities to nominate other businesses and individuals for this year’s event.

The dinner, auction and ceremony evening, by the way, is set for Saturday, April 25 at the Globus Theatre, Lakeview Arts Barn, County Road 17/ Pigeon Lake Road.

So, people of Bobcaygeon and area, the Chamber is looking to you to acknowledge, and have the Chamber recognize, the achievements of your worthy friends, neighbours and fellow citizens who, in your eyes, have contributed to the value, pleasure and significance of our community and its lifestyle.

It’s easy enough to do. Just drop in to the Chamber office to pick up an application form. Or phone or email us to have it emailed to you.

Your act of kindness, which should be in the hands of the committee by Saturday, March 7, will be another reward for the kindness of the people you nominate, and everyone will know.

Update - the Chamber’s last column in the Kawartha Promoter dwelt on the several anniversaries that will be observed this year,

including one that was a bit “iffy” - our saying that the Chamber itself was founded 35 years ago.

Thanks to former Chamber director Herb Gray, we now know that the Bobcaygeon and Area Chamber of Commerce was actually incorporated an impressive 45 years ago. Thanks, Herb.

Legion grant supports Kinmount health

The Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Command has awarded a grant of $3,995 to the Kinmount District Health Services Foundation to pay for a low-level laser device for physiotherapist Sandra Butler.

This is a medical device that assists in healing at a cellular level. Since it does not need to be in contact with the skin, the low-level laser can assist in recovery where ultrasound cannot.

The Health Services Foundation is extremely grateful to the Ontario Command for their generosity. Over the past eleven years the Royal Canadian Legion has donated more than $40,000 to the Foundation. The money has helped provide quality health care to Kinmount and area citizens.

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KL Singers take you ‘Back to the Swing of Things’

Whether you like soft ballads or hard-driving swing, the Kawartha Lakes Singers want to take you back to 1920s, ‘30s and ‘40s on Sunday, March 8. That’s when they present “Back to the Swing of Things,” a concert of pre-war swing music at Lindsay’s Cambridge Street United Church.

It’s just one of a number of upcoming musical events to warm your heart in this cold season at Cambridge Street United (705-324-3547, www. theunitedchurch.com). The church is offering a series of free, Wednesday, noon-hour concerts.

Each will be preceded by the Lenten DVD series “First Light” at 11:30. Coffee and tea is provided, and you can bring your own lunch to enjoy afterward. Here’s the list: Feb. 29, noon: Gael Morrison (piano), Ruth Lillington (soprano), Alex Jebson (counter-tenor) and Ev Brooks (bass-baritone).

March 7, noon: Erwin Stroobach (organ) and Sarah Young (flute).

March 14, noon: the Downeyville Fiddlers.

March 21: pianist James Ursel.

March 28: instrumentalist/vocalists Arlene Gray and Mary Taves.

Then on May 31, the Kawartha Lakes Singers

will return to the church to offer their seventh season’s piece de resistance—Paul Winter’s celebrated Missa Gaia (Earth Mass), an amazing piece of spiritual, world music where the choir is accompanied by recordings of the songs of both wolves and humpback whales.

KLS, is an award-winning choir that has sung everything from Bach to the Beatles, Handel to Gordon Lightfoot, Purcell to Gershwin. Tickets for their concerts are $20 ($10 for students), available at the door, or by emailing tickets@klsingers.ca.

There is no charge for the noon-hour concerts, but free-will offerings will be accepted.

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Candidates lining up for federal election

The Conservatives are the first to get their local candidate in place for the upcoming federal election, which will be sometime this year. And as other names fall into place, it looks like the federal Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes-Brock riding will have a strong slate of contenders. Here’s how it’s shaping up so far: Conservatives—Jamie Schmale was acclaimed last July 31 as the only nominee in that party’s race. Schmale has served for the past 10 years as executive assistant and campaign manager to current Member of Parliament Barry Devolin. He grew up in Bobcaygeon and also worked as News Director for Lindsay’s CKLY radio.

Schmale will make keeping taxes low his priority, and will also focus on jobs and the economy—with the Trent Severn Waterway as a major economic driver—and by improving market access for farmers, manufacturers and exporters.

New Democrats—Mike Perry was selected on the first ballot, Feb. 2, over two other nominees (labour leader Lyn Edwards and disabilities advocate Linda Cowan-Griffith) as this riding’s candidate for the NDP.

A life-long volunteer from Fenelon Falls, Perry runs the Kawartha Lakes Family Health Team, is chair of the Bobcaygeon Food Bank and the Kawartha Food Coalition, past co-chair of the local United Way, board member for Fleming College, Community Living Kawartha Lakes, Neighbourhood Housing, and Kawartha-Haliburton Victims Services.

He participates in the Brock Renewable Energy Coop and Canadian Armed Forces Reserves.

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diversify the economy away from oil dependency and to support families, health care, the environment and fair taxation, has already held public meetings in Haliburton, Lindsay and Beaverton to collect community input. Two more meetings are upcoming, at the Bobcaygeon Service Centre (Feb. 23; 6:308 pm) and the Millbrook Legion (Feb. 26; 6:30-8 pm).

Perry is also hosting a presentation by Chris Simpson, president of the Canadian Medical Association, entitled A National Seniors Strategy Now. That’s Wednesday, March 4 from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Bobcaygeon Senior Citizens Centre.

Greens—Well-known I.E. Weldon teacher William (Bill) MacCallum is the Green Party candidate for this election. Bill has taught math and technology courses since 1988 to over 3,000 teens. He has been a volunteer coach for a number of sports and a teacher-mentor for various clubs. An avid hiker and cross-country skier, Bill can often be found on area trails.

Bill has been actively researching and writing about “green” initiatives, and serves as a “Green Coach”—helping people live greener economically.

A strong farmers’ market advocate, Bill also volunteers with groups like Kawartha Foodshare and A Place Called Home. He likes Elizabeth May’s honesty, integrity and intelligence, believes we need to elect more Green Party members to Parliament, and supports a “smart” economy that will allow our natural environment to thrive.

Liberals—While the Liberal Party has yet to set a nomination meeting date for this riding, two folks have already thrown their hats into the ring to become the Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes-Brock Liberal Party candidate.

David Marquis, former municipal and regional councillor in Brock Township, officially launched his campaign on Jan. 21. Marquis served 13 years as a councillor in Brock Township—where he grew up on a beef farm—and three years as a regional councillor. He is past-chair of the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority and the founding chair of the Durham Land Stewardship Council. Marquis’s priorities for the riding include more consistent and transparent infrastructure funding, better promotion of small businesses and entrepreneurship, and protection of local waterways and parklands.

Lance Sherk, Director of Economic Development for the city of Kawartha Lakes, kicked off his campaign on Feb. 5. “We are a region that is heavily dependent on lakes and rivers, agriculture and tourism for our prosperity,” says Sherk. Slashing operations on the Trent-Severn Waterway, neglecting agriculture and tourism, and ignoring climate change and environmental concerns show how tone-deaf the current Conservative Government is to our needs.”

Sherk, who moved to the CKL in 1995, serves on the Water Research and Innovation Network (WRAIN) board, the Economic Development Association of Canada, Economic Development Council for Ontario, and Resources Committee for Business Retention & Expansion International (BREI).

Eggs everywhere

Take 1,197 eggs, divide by 15, and that works out to an average of nearly 80 eggs apiece.

That’s the number of delicious, chocolate Easter Eggs that 15 dedicated souls had handcrafted—by early February—on recent Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Christ Church Anglican in Bobcaygeon.

This Kinette Club fundraiser has been active for many years and every year at this time, community children (both young and old) begin looking forward to their annual treat of the chocolate-coated, threeounce eggs.

Each egg sells for $3, and adds to funds used to support charities in the community. “All the money we collect is used for those in need right here in the Kawartha Lakes,” stressed Marion Gartner, one of the organizers.

You can buy the eggs—until Easter—at: Kawartha Dairy, Village Gate Pharmacy, Dunsford Mini Mart, McDoos Restaurant, Much About Hair and Second Look.

Save animals with cupcakes

The Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes (HSKL) is calling on all bakers, cupcake eaters and animal lovers to “bake” a difference for animals in need.

National Cupcake Day—which is designed to raise awareness and much-needed funds for all abused, abandoned or needy animals, big and small—is set for Monday, Feb. 23.

The Humane Society envisions the day when every animal in the City of Kawartha Lakes has a good quality of life with a caring, responsible and knowledgeable owner and is free from the fear of abuse, neglect and ignorance.

The society is inviting city residents to host a Cupcake Party, bake and share cupcakes with coworkers, family and friends and collect donations in support of SPCAs (Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) and Humane Societies across Canada—including the Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes.

If you can’t host a Cupcake Party yourself, we invite you to visit one of the many businesses in the Kawarthas who are hosting parties on our behalf,” says Henny Venus, HSKL’s executive director. And although the official day is Feb. 23, she adds, “participants are welcome to host their party whenever it is convenient for them.”

The Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes will throw its own party on Feb. 23 from 10 am until 3 pm at the shelter, 111 McLaughlin Road, Lindsay, and invites all to come by to make a donation and get a cupcake in return.

HSKL’s thrift shop, Second Chance, will be hosting a Cupcake Party on Saturday, February 21, for those who can’t make the Feb. 23 party at the shelter.

For more information or a list of hosting participants, visit hskl.ca or email pr.hskl@cogeco. net.

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Horoscopes

Feb. 20—March. 5, 2015 Melodie McCullough

Pisces (Feb. 20 to March 20) Healthy couples “fight fair,” Pisces.

Conflict in a relationship doesn’t have to be threatening or avoided.

To “fight fair,” you have to accept responsibility for your part in the problem, admit when you are wrong, and seek compromise. Work on this.

Aries (March 21 to April 20) You may be facing a difficult choice in the coming weeks, Aries. Remember these points: carefully articulate the problem by describing it in detail, possibly writing it down; talk to lots of people and research your courses of action; and finally, once you have made your decision—believe in it.

Taurus (April 21 to May 21) Dear Taurus, we sense your loneliness and depression. Don’t let this get out of hand. It is no doubt a result of the February blahs. Try to get as much fresh air and sunshine as possible. Do deep breathing, and if necessary, seek additional help. Please.

Gemini (May 22 to June 22) The twins in Gemini often show conflicting sides to the Gemini personality, leaving a partner confused and unsure. A Gemini man often finds it hard to express his feelings. Gemini women seek faithfulness and loyalty in a partner.

By being aware of these traits, it is much easier to understand yourself, Gemini, and the partners you strive to love.

Cancer (June 23 to July 23) Please don’t let your health take a back seat to your job pressures, your relationship troubles, your school stresses, or whatever you may be struggling with right now, Cancer. Keep taking care of yourself. You deserve it.

Leo (July 24 to Aug. 23) Sometimes we need to step back a bit from the fray of everyone else’s expectations of us, Leo. If you feel the need to do this, don’t be ashamed. Everyone needs a break – a

time to re-evaluate our goals and dreams. It will all work out in the end.

Virgo (Aug. 24 to Sept. 23) Building confidence in ourselves comes with trying something new, Virgo. Now may be the time to experiment and discover a new skill or pursue a new avenue. You can start small, but have faith in yourself and don’t lose sight of it.

Libra (Sept. 24 to Oct. 23) “Where we love is home – home that our feet may leave, but not our hearts”—Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. It’s the time of year we like to “cocoon,” isn’t it, Libra? We like to stay inside in our cozy homes where we can nestle in and dream of summer days to come. Nothin’ wrong with that. Stay warm.

Scorpio (Oct. 24 to Nov. 22) As a Scorpio, you are naturally sensitive, and can be easily hurt or angered. Try to not take things personally. Slow down and evaluate every situation before jumping to conclusions.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23 to Dec. 21) We understand your present need, dear Sag, to be loved and, yes, even worshipped. But the best way to deal with these feelings is to get out and show your love to someone else. It could be an aging aunt who needs visiting. It could be someone in a homeless shelter. You can start anywhere and anytime.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 20) Is all this snow and cold weather getting you down, dear Capricorn? We thought so. Why not just relax and be thankful for small mercies? Such as the beauty of the snow as it falls; being able to take a brief walk around the block; and knowing spring is on the way.

Aquarius (Jan. 21 to Feb. 19) We all have internalized rules and messages which we carry around inside our heads, telling us what we “should” and “shouldn’t” do. But are yours really your own values, Aquarius, or voices you have listened to forever and absorbed as your own? Take a closer look.

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My father served in the recently honoured Devil’s Brigade

By Glenna Burns

Sometimes recognition for service beyond and above the norm is a long time coming. In the case of my father’s World War

2 contributions, it took over 70 years. On Feb. 3 in Washington, U.S. President Barak Obama bestowed the US Congressional Gold Medal of Honour on the members of the First Special Service Force (FSSF)—the Devil’s Brigade.

One of those members was my father, Sgt. Major Glen Crowe, who died in 1966. He was born and raised in Bobcaygeon and volunteered for the brigade’s initial suicide mission into Norway, in the early years of the war. (It was called a suicide mission because no exit plan existed).

He trained in Helena, Montana and participated in most of the brigade’s missions.

One very traumatic experience for him was surviving the beach head at Anzio, Italy, in 1944.

There the brigade commandos spent many nights (37 days in total) harassing the German enemy in their own camps, using their stilettos and leaving stickers on bodies that said in German, “the worst is yet to come.”

He often remarked to me that living in a “fox hole” for weeks was no fun, so why would I want to dig holes in the ground for my own “fort.”

Creation of the Devil’s Brigade marked the first time Canadian and American forces combined into a single unit. They trained in all enemy weaponry, mountain and winter survival, parachuting and explosives.

Dad’s specialty was explosives. After the war, he would often go and “blow things

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up” for his friends.

Like many World War 2 veterans, Glen seldom glorified war and in fact was often critical of those who did. He would remark that television versions of the war, or movies like the “Devil’s Brigade” were very inaccurate or sanitized. “I was there,” he’d say.

“That’s ‘BS’.”

Dad’s war friends were few because the casualty rates were almost one-in-two for the FSSF. Glen was lucky I guess because he was wounded twice but not disabled physically.

I do recall visits from a friend who was taken prisoner early in the war in southern Italy when they were trying to blow up a bridge. The two men would go into the dining room, close me out and talk. I loved lurking close to the door crack and catching pieces of Dad’s stories.

Likely that was when my love of history began, with pride in my father’s war contributions and understanding the price all veterans pay for that.

This award has made Glen’s grandchildren better appreciate and respect their unknown grandfather.

Their renewed interest in his life and accomplishments is for me as great a reward as this beautiful gold medal.

My Dad and all the men of the Devil’s Brigade join the likes of George Washington, Mother Teresa and Nelson Mandela, who have all been given this honour.

Bronze copies of the medal may still be available for purchase from the US Mint.

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Brief ease in cold made for record snowmobile ride

The trails welcomed a record number of riders on groomed trails over freshly fallen snow through eight checkpoints for the Kawartha Lakes Snowmobile Club’s Feb. 14 Family Fun Ride.

“The day was a story-book day,” reported club representatives. “The sun was shining and the temperatures warmed during the night, making the ride for all the best ever.”

Braving the sub-zero temperatures the day before setting up the checkpoints made it all worthwhile when the three schools accepted the proceeds of the Fun Run in the amount of $3,000.

Fenelon Township-Cameron, Langton in Fenelon and Ridgewood schools in Coboconk, split the proceeds to support their Breakfast Programs.

The highlight of the finale was when lucky raffle winners took home a Sidney Crosby signed print (Valued at $1,000) donated by Sam Costa of AGF Ltd., and a $500 40-inch LED Smart TV donated by Commonwell Insurance, Lindsay.

Common courtesy for conscientious sledders

Kawartha Lakes Police Service is gently reminding sledders to respect the property of others when out for a ride. Each winter the police receive numerous calls related to snowmobilers trespassing on others property—and they warn that these people can be charged under the Trespass to Property Act.

“As appealing as it may be to take that shortcut across someone’s yard or field we need to respect the fact that not everyone welcomes the presence of snowmobiles on their property,” says a police statement.

“We are fortunate to have an expansive trail network in our province that relies heavily on the privilege of private property land use.” It’s important not to abuse that privilege.

Currently in the City of Kawartha Lakes and the town of Lindsay, snowmobilers 16 or over with a valid Ontario drivers licence or motorized-snowvehicle licence, can drive on the sides of roads and highways (except Highway 115/35) as long as they follow official traffic signs and signals.

They must also carry all proper documentation, including registration, insurance and licence.

Some other important reminders: • It is always a good idea to snowmobile with a buddy and to make sure that someone knows where you are heading and when you are expected to return.

• If possible carry a cell phone with you in case you run into unexpected trouble • Make sure you check to make sure any ice you may be travelling on is safe prior venturing out on it. If you don’t know don’t go.

• Make sure you have your OFSC trail permit properly affixed and visible.

• You are still required to obtain a special permit from the OFSC web site http://www.ofsc.on.ca/ if you are planning to try the trails this weekend and do not already have a trail permit.

• Most of all respect everyone and have fun.

A 58-year curling tradition continues

By Beth Halliday

Last month, the Bobcaygeon Curling Club hosted the 58th annual Anne McIntosh Bonspiel.

With teams from Barrie, Bradford, Collingwood, Ennismore, Leaside, Peterborough, Port Perry, and Richmond Hill joining our own four teams. The teams competed for a trophy originally donated in 1957.

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Fifth place, from Bobcaygeon – Marlene Henry, Laura Ferguson, Diane Hamer, Jan Warwick.

The ladies were piped onto the ice by our piper, Brian Gowan, and our delicious dinner was catered by Niklaus Stockli at Heritage Creations.

Our sponsors, Joy and Jerry Mous from My Favourite Things, were on hand to present the prizes and the trophy.

The bonspiel committee would like to thank the local merchants and club members who donated time, energy and/or prizes for our raffle table. Our day was a success because of their contributions.

Ross hospital wins Green award

Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH) is one of five Ontario hospitals recognized for its commitment to be environmentally-friendly.

The 2014 Booth Centennial Green Award, given

by Booth Centennial Healthcare Linen Services, recognizes hospitals that demonstrate a serious commitment to going green.

In June, the RMH surgical program transitioned from using disposable wrappers on instrument trays to reusable textile wrappers—realizing significant environmental savings and shaving $5,000 a year from the hospital’s budget.

Employees in the hospital’s Medical Device Reprocessing Department (MDRD) initiated the change. They are responsible to disassemble, clean, inspect, reassemble, test, sterilize, store and distribute surgical equipment and medical devices for patient care.

“Every day, our team prepares 70 instrument trays for use in the operating rooms, ambulatory care unit, and emergency department at the Ross Memorial and at the Haliburton Highlands Health Services, so this was a significant initiative,” said Shirley Wilcox, MDRD Manager. “We’re thrilled this initiative is such a success, and we’re proud to be recognized by Booth Centennial.”

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Gamiing to renaturalize filtering wetland

The Gamiing Nature Centre will be working this summer to remove invasive species from its share of the wetland that runs along the west shore of Pigeon Lake from near Lakeview Estates to south of Wispy Shores—including along the edge of Gamiing’s 100acre property.

The work, which will include replanting with native species, and building nesting platforms for the Trumpeter Swans, basking logs for Painted Turtles and breeding places for Blanding’s Turtles, will be supported by a grant from the Great Lakes Guardian Community Fund. A number of community groups and schools will also help do the work.

Gamiing’s focus this year is on wetlands, which are under tremendous stress from development and recreational activities. It will be launching a major publicity campaign as well as offering education about the importance of wetlands for many birds and aquatic species—not to mention humans.

Wetlands work like giant coffee filters to clean and purify water that runs into the lake from roads, agricultural lands and lakefront properties. They trap and hold nutrients that should not end up in the lake.

Other Gamiing news includes: • A new year-round hiking club for 55 plussers who can sign up for programs tailored to their capacity and needs.

• A new tepee to replace the old one, now on Grassy Trail with a beautiful view over Pigeon Lake. New programs and activities will take place there with a focus on native history, culture and heritage.

• A new entrance, moved further east to the field where three large solar panels are located. It offers much more parking space, especially for busses.

Signs will be placed to direct visitors to the various activity areas.

• Revitalization of a large fire pit, including adding 10 to 15 benches to seat about 40 people to listen to story tellers or musicians.

Check the website at www.gamiing.org.

NOW is the best time to order tree seedlings

Standing among some of the 3,500 trees he and his wife Sue have planted on their 49-acre property near Bobcaygeon, Brian Paradoski poses the simple question: “When is the best time to plant a tree?”

His answer, echoing the great American conservationist Aldo Leopold, is: “Twenty years ago.

And the second best time is now.”

But NOW is the BEST time to ORDER your seedlings—so you can plant them when the snow melts and the ground warms up.

More than a dozen native species will be available in 2015 through the Seedling Purchase Program (www.kawarthaconservation.com/

seedling-distribution) offered by Kawartha Conservation, as well as several native shrubs and grasses.

All plants are reserved on a “first-come, first-served basis,” so orders should be placed immediately, if not sooner.

Since the beginning, the Paradoskis have taken advantage of the program, which allows landowners to buy baby trees (in units of 25) for as little as 52 cents each. The tree seedlings are 2-3 years old and sold as bare-root stock, which means they do not come in a container with soil. When planted, they are about 8”-12” in height.

Paradoski, who is also a retired Ontario Hydro forester and active member of the Ontario Woodlot Association, recommends using bare-root stock for two reasons: younger trees have a better chance of surviving; and it’s more cost-effective to reforest a larger area.

He has some key suggestions to help guarantee seedling success: • Avoid planting in higher, dryer areas where seedling roots may not get enough moisture; • To slow competing vegetation, cut a hole in the centre of a 12”x12” sheet of card-board, place it over the seedling and bury it just below the surface; and • Place a layer of wood chips on the surface around the seedling to help retain moisture.

The Paradoskis have planted a variety of species, including Red Pine, White Pine, Jack Pine, Balsam Fir, Norway Spruce and White Spruce. Their oncebarren pasture is now covered with large patches and pockets of green conifers, ranging in size from eight to 20 feet or taller. Together, they still plant 100-150 seedlings every year.

Their strategy has been to create more cover and corridors for wildlife—and it’s paying off. They are seeing more and more deer, wild turkey and other wildlife.

Buy a brick to support Kawartha Settlers’ Village 25th anniversary

Twenty-five years ago, a small group of volunteers calling themselves the Kawartha Region Arts and Heritage Society convinced the Village of Bobcaygeon to lease them the land to establish and operate Kawartha Settlers’ Village.

The dream of establishing a living museum to preserve the history and the development of the area began to become a reality.

To kick start this special 25th-anniversary year, Kawartha Settlers’ Village is inviting individuals, groups, clubs, and businesses to help “pave the way” for the future with the installation of engraved bricks in the walkways of the Village.

“The new, accessible, walkways will benefit all guests to the Village,” says Kawartha Settlers’ Village President, Al Ingram. “Proceeds from the sale of the bricks will be used to finance maintenance and restoration of the historical buildings and artifacts as well as continue our educational programs.”

You can buy a 4-by-8-inch brick for $50.

Order forms are available at Kawartha Settlers’ Village, online, or at the Bobcaygeon Chamber of Commerce.

The highlight of the Village Anniversary will be a special event Aug. 23 to celebrate past and current achievements.

The Village is also introducing these new programs to the season’s lineup: A Murder Mystery Evening on May 22nd and Movies in the Barn every Wednesday night in July and August. More information about these events will be released shortly.

The official 25th season for Kawartha Settlers’ Village begins May 1, and is shaping up to be a memorable one. To be a part of the future of the Village and for more details please visit www. settlersvillage.org

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Health & Wellness How Sandy Morrow lived to tell the tale

After playing hockey last Sept. 26, local resident Sandy Morrow returned to the dressing room with heaviness in his chest and severe jaw pain. “Every tooth in my head ached, and my chest was tight,” he recalls.

Morrow lay down on a bench, and a fellow teammate and local Lindsay physician decided to call 911. Advanced Care Paramedic Jason Bibeau and his partner, Primary Care Paramedic Brent Dixon, arrived six minutes later.

“When we walked into the dressing room and

Sandy Morrow (left), with Primary Care Paramedic Brent Dixon, Advanced Care Paramedic Jason Bibeau and Dr. Warren Ball, Cardiologist at Peterborough Regional Health Centre.

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obtained an electrocardiogram (ECG) there was no doubt in my mind that he needed immediate treatment and transport to Peterborough Regional Health Center for an angiogram and likely an angioplasty,” said Mr. Bibeau.

Knowing that “time is muscle” and the longer definitive treatment is delayed the worse this could be, the paramedics chose to transport Morrow to Peterborough and continue their care on the way.

Heart attacks are divided into two types, according to their severity.

An ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) is the more severe type where the coronary artery is completely blocked by the blood clot.

After initial assessment, paramedics who believe a patient is experiencing a STEMI—like Morrow— may bypass a nearer, local hospital to transport the patient directly to Peterborough Regional Health Center for cardiac catheterization.

“This is some of the most valuable training we’ve ever given our paramedics,” said Derek Brown, Deputy Chief of Paramedics in Kawartha Lakes. “There have been similar improvements to the treatment of stroke patients as well. The outcomes are just so much better than they were even five years ago.”

Every seven minutes in Canada, someone dies from heart disease or stroke—often because they didn’t get rapid and appropriate treatment.

It is crucial to recognize the initial symptoms of a heart attack to improve the overall outcome.

Patients may experience chest, jaw, neck and/ or shoulder discomfort, perceived as pressure, squeezing, pain, burning or heaviness. The patient may also experience sweating, nausea, shortness of breath or vertigo.

Anyone with these symptoms should immediately call 911, assume a position of comfort and limit activity. Not every patient with chest pain indicates a heart attack and not all heart attacks require angioplasty.

Sandy Morrow is alive and healthy today thanks to the quick recognition of those on scene, as well as treatment by paramedics and the cardiac catheterization team at Peterborough Regional Health Center.

Are you immunized against measles?

With measles circulating in parts of southern Ontario, local health officials are asking people to ensure they are up-to-date on their own immunizations.

The risk to most people from measles is low, but immunization is important as measles is a highly contagious viral infection that spreads through the air by coughing or sneezing. It can be spread by someone who does not appear ill, and can particularly affect infants under one year of age, pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems.

All Ontarians are eligible for measles vaccination, according to the Publicly Funded Immunization Schedules in Ontario.

“Vaccination against measles is the most effective way to protect yourself and your loved ones,” says Anne Marie Holt, Director of Communicable Disease Control, Epidemiology and Evaluation with the HKPR District Health Unit.

Currently in Ontario, protection against measles is provided in two doses of vaccine. The first is given soon after a child’s first birthday as part of the MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) vaccine. The second is given just prior to entering school (between four and six years of age) as the MMRV vaccine (Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella).

Vaccination against measles, as well as other diseases such as mumps, rubella and varicella, is required by law for all children attending school in Ontario, unless there is a valid exemption on file with the Health Unit.

If people are uncertain about the vaccines they have received, they can contact their health

care provider or call the Health Unit at 1-866-8884577.

Adults born before 1970 are generally presumed to have acquired natural immunity to measles, says Holt. However, some may still be susceptible, so they should watch for symptoms.

One of the most noticeable signs of measles is a red blotchy rash that appears on the face and body.

People who think they might have measles should seek medical attention. But alert your health care provider that you suspect measles so they can make appropriate arrangements,” says Holt.

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Healthy eating is for the tortoise, not the hare

If you cannot stomach the fact that your New Year’s Resolution to eat better is out of sight, take heart.

“Developing healthier eating habits is a gradual process, so don’t be disheartened if you have slipped up a bit on your resolution,” says Elsie Azevedo Perry, a Registered Dietitian with the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit.

“Think of healthy eating as a marathon, not a sprint, where slow and steady progress will win you the race.”

Here are some tips from the Health Unit to get people back on track with healthy eating: •Keep a food journal. “Tracking what you eat each day helps you become more aware of your food choices,” says Azevedo Perry. “You can then reflect on what you’re eating, and make more nutritious choices.”

•Apps for mobile devices can also help. One of the best is the free eaTracker app (www.eatracker.ca) for iPhone and Android devices. Users can check their food and activity choices, analyze recipes and plan meals.

•Skip quick-fixes like cleanses, detoxes and fad diets. Many of their claims are unproven, says Azevedo Perry, and can have negative effects.

•Pay attention to portion sizes to lose or maintain weight, she adds. You can do this in simple ways, such as switching to smaller plates and containers.

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Over 100 brave the cold for sleigh ride

Close to 120 people braved the cold and wind to attend the Coboconk Lions sleigh ride, held at Balsam Lake Provincial Park on Sunday Feb. 15 (see our cover photo in this issue).

After the free ride, everyone was treated to hot dogs and hot chocolate and coffee inside.

Thanks to the staff at the park, the people providing the horses and sleighs, City of Kawartha Lakes who cleared the roads and Riverside Inn Norland for the hot dogs.

People attending brought items for the food bank.

Caring for the caregiver— information series

Being a caregiver can be a demanding (and rewarding) task. Folks looking after loved ones need a wide range of knowledge, emotional support and relevant resources to help them tackle such a challenging journey.

That’s why Community Care is offering its second annual, free Caregiver Information Series this spring. The series is designed to give local people information, support and resources, so they are able to provide for a family member as well as themselves.

The six-part series will be held from 6:30 to 8 pm on Tuesday evenings, every two weeks at Lindsay’s Community Care Village Housing (65 Melbourne St. W.), beginning March 31. You can attend any or all of the sessions.

•March 31 - Care Options (home, community residential and long-term care).

•April 14 - Home & Medication Safety.

•April 28 - Advocating for the Care Recipient.

•May 12 - Healthy Eating (nutritional balance for both of you).

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Walter and Juanita Murray were on hand at the Bobcaygeon Community Centre at the free public skate on Family Day to help collect donations to the Food Bank.

The Family Day Skate collected $191 and four blue boxes of food donations for the Food Bank.

The free family skate was sponsored by Bobcaygeon’s Hunt4Dreams Realty.

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DRY CLEAN KINDLING Hand packed Approx 40lbs $10 per box Free local delivery.

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FOR RENT

BOBCAYGEON 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 4 appliances. Walkout, fireplace, newly renovated. No pets. $950 - first and last + utilities.

705-738-2801

Deadline for next issue: Wednesday February 25, 2015.

20 words or less for $25 + H.S.T. E-Mail: Classifieds@thepromoter.ca FENELON FALLS Short or long term 1 & 2 bedroom bungalowstyle efficiency units, completely redecorated, new paint, carpet, hard surface, drapes, tub surrounds, light fixtures, includes stove & fridge, block to downtown, beach & park on 1/2 acre property. *All Inclusive* No smoking/pets. Ref. 905-435-7303.

WANTED ANTIQUES

Furniture, glass, China, military medals etc. duck decoys, clocks, jewelry, silver dollars, gold, 50 cent pieces, pocket watches etc.

Anything old.

R. Carruth.

705-887-1672. ____________________ Moving or Downsizing?

We buy antiques and collectibles.

Vintage costume jewellery, sports memorabilia, small furnishings, decorative arts, vintage toys, collectible glass & china, local interest books, etc. Special interest in pre-1970s comic books and rock, soul & blues records (LPs and 45s).

Small collections or entire estates!

Robert or Penny 705-324-2699

KAWARTHA SEPTIC SERVICE

Septic & Holding Tank Pumping

#1 IN THE #2 BUSINESS Portable Toilets Available Theo Finley • 738-3424 • Bobcaygeon

WANTED

Appliances, batteries, electronics, steel, copper, aluminum, cars.

Anything metal.

FREE pick-up.

Call Andy 705-793-2145

THANK YOU

Thank you to everyone for the kindness that was shown at the passing of our mother, Alda Kimble.

A special thanks to her son-in-law Al Ingram.

From all of her children. ____________________ The family of the late Edna Nicholls would like to express our sincere appreciation to all our friends, neighbours and family for cards, flowers, food, condolences and donations. A special thank you to the great staff at Pincrest Nursing Home for the wonderful care Mom received.

Joanne & staff at Hendren Funeral Home & Rev. Doug Harkness for his comforting words.

IN MEMORY

In loving memory of a dear Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Mother Elva Anderson February 22, 2014 It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone A part of us went with you, the day God took you home.

If tears could build a stairway, and heartaches make a lane, we’d walk our way to heaven, and bring you back again.

In life we loved you dearly, in death we love you still, in our hearts you hold a place no one could ever fill.

Love you always and forever Winston, John, Allan, Morris, Janice & Families

YOUNG: Louis Anderson March 11, 1930 – February 8, 2015

Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Centre in his 85th year. Louis will be sadly missed by his special friend Carol Raymer, his children Louise (Dan) Wilson, Michael and Arnold (Eva), grandchildren Dana (Rick), Angela (Jer), Michelle (Mike), Dylan (Leanne), Ethan, Amanda (Kial) and Sarah (Jordan), 7 great grandchildren and brother Ronald.

He was predeceased by his wife Mary and brother Tom. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 7:30 PM in The Hendren Funeral Homes, Monk Chapel. A reception followed in the Fellowship Room. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Friends may send condolences, arrange flowers or donations by visiting www. hendrenfuneralhome.com or by calling 705-7383222.

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IN MEMORY

Marilyn Anne Cowell February 6th, 2010 In loving memory of a wonderful mom, wife, sister and friend The crying is quieter and we share the pain together How quickly time has passed, our love will be forever

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LATTO: ARLENE PEARL

JULY 25, 1939 – FEBRUARY 13, 2015

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Arlene will be deeply missed by her loving husband of 55 years, Allan, son Stephen (Donna), daughter Linda (Greg), grandchildren Marina (Mark), Ben, Emma and Krista. She was predeceased by her parents Leonard and Elva Attenborough and sister Joanie.

A private family service has taken place and a Memorial Tribute will be held at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to The Hendren Funeral Homes, Monk Chapel, 6 Helen Street, Bobcaygeon. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Pancreatic Cancer Canada. Friends may send condolences to Arlene’s family by visiting www.hendrenfuneralhome.com or by calling 705-738-3222.

“And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die.” John 11:26

Local Events FEB 21 - The Kawartha Hand Weavers and Spinners Guild will be holding free demonstrations at the Fenelon Falls library 10 am - 1 pm and encourage you to come and experience the craft of spinning FEB 23 - Lindsay Cancer Support Group, facilitated

by Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes’ Hospice services. At Village Housing, Lindsay, 2 p.m., Call 705324-7323 ext 503 to reserve a seat for information.

FEB 25 - Food Handler Course 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Health Unit, Lindsay. $40. To confirm space call (705) 324-3569.

FEB 25 - Burnt River Diners Club. Seniors luncheon presented by Community Care at the Burnt River Community Centre, noon. Call 705-324-7323 to reserve.

FEB 26 - Cambray Diners Club. Seniors luncheon presented by Community Care at Joy Vista Clubhouse, noon. Call 705-324-7323 to reserve.

FEB 26 - Stroke Survivor Support Group for stroke

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survivors, family and caregivers. At Case Manor, Bobcaygeon, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. No charge. Call 705-3247323 ext 111 for details.

FEB 28 - The Kawartha Hand Weavers and Spinners Guild will be holding free demonstrations at the Kirkfield library 10 am - 1 pm and encourage you to come and experience the craft of spinning.

FEB 26 - Age-Friendly Meeting 9:30-11 am, Fenelon Falls Seniors Club. Working to make the community more age friendly for all. Everyone welcome. Contact (705) 324-3569 or agefriendly@hkpr.on.ca for full details.

FEB 28 - Fenelon Falls United Church presents Giggles Night featuring the Giggles Comedy group. 7 p.m.

Tickets $12 in advance or at the door. For more info or tickets call the Church at 705-887-3040.

MAR 6 - World prayer day. 2 p.m. Bethel Christian Fellowship Curuch, Bobcaygeon.

MAR 6 - Mini Bucks Euchre at Bobcaygeon Seniors Centre. $3 8 pm Contact: Roger 705-738-6627 MAR 7 - Music night in Bobcaygeon 7:30 p.m. at Senior Citizens’ hall.

MAR 16 - Bobcaygeon Seniors Centre afternoon of cards/games. noon. Advance tickets $5, $7 at the doof.

Lunch included.

MON - Bobcaygeon Senior Centre Mahjong 1 p.m. $3 MON - Line dancing Bobcaygeon Seniors Centre 7 pm. $6 Contact: Janet Martin 705-887-7510 TUES- St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Fenelon Falls will be holding FREE ESL classes, 9 - 11 a.m. For further information call Wilma at 705-887-9871 or Caleb at 705-887-3901.

1st TUES - Dunsford Seniors Club Pot Luck at noon and 1:30 pm for Euchre.

TUES- Pickleball, Fenelon Falls Community Centre 7 - 9 p.m. $4 drop in fee. For more info call Jane 705-4541358 or email fenelonpickleball@gmail.com TUES - Bobcaygeon Badminton Club for adults, Bobcaygeon school gym 7-9 p.m. during fall 2014 $15 for the season.

TUES - “Coffee Talk” Creating a Welcoming Space For People to Form Friendships and Supportive Community 10:30-11:30, Friendship Room, Trinity United Church.

Contact “Jo” 705-738-9032 joan.wesley@sympatico.ca TUES - amateur photography club that meets every other Tuesday at 10 am in the Bobcaygeon Library. We pay $2 each for the use of the room.

TUES - Attn mature badminton players: come out and play at the Bobcaygeon Public School 7-9 pm. Bring clean running shoes and raquet. Call Jim at 705-7383305 for more info.

1st WED - Crime Fiction Book Club in the Carnegie Room of the Lindsay Library to discuss works by certain authors. 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm. Call the Lindsay Library for more information.

WED- Afternoon tea at the Fenelon Museum 2-4 p.m. $5. Call (705) 887-1044 or check out www.maryboro. ca for more information.

WED- Scrapbooking and paper crafters meet from 9:30 till noon at the Salvation army church in Fenelon Falls.

Beginners welcome, call church for details.

WED - Bobcaygeon Senior Centre Carpet Bowling $3 7 p.m. Contact: Al 705-738-1749 WED - Dunsford Seniors Club 1pm for Bid-Euchre.

THURS-TOPS-Take off pounds sensibly at the Bobcaygeon Legion 6:30 p.m. Come see us.

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