The Kawartha Promoter, Feb. 6 2015 by Max Miller

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Contents

Village Voice

pg. 4

City Hall

pg. 6

Trades & Services

pg. 12

Crossword

pg. 21

Health & Wellness

pg. 22

Horoscope

pg. 27

Classified

pg. 28

Local Events

pg. 30

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From my perch

Everywhere I go these days, I hear folks moaning about the cold and snow. So many people, it seems, just don’t appreciate the delights of this most Canadian of seasons. So gather round, friends. Dr. John will now share his secrets for learning to love winter. 1. Forget fashion (heaven knows I have). Rule number one is comfort. City folks chase fashion, and misery. 2. Snow is soft—so should your winter clothes be. Stretchy, fleecy pants and long underwear; cotton t-shirts and flannel shirts. 2. Mitts, not gloves; toques, not caps; moccasins, not cowboy boots. These are all like sleeping bags for your hands, your head, your feet. They should be cozy, so you feel you’re still in your warm bed when you’re out in the snow. 4. Don’t run out to the car in shirtsleeves and slippers. You’ll associate winter with being cold. Take time to slip into felt-lined boots and down coat, and pull on mitts and toque. Keep all thoughts of winter fire-place cozy. 5. The other day I came downstairs in a t-shirt. Hours later I realized I was avoiding going out because I was unconsciously feeling cold. I put the cozy clothes on and it changed my whole outlook. 6. Find a fun outdoor activity to keep you warm. I love to ski. You might like skating, sledding, snowshoeing, or just walking. And hey, bonus— no bugs. 7. Never stand around. This is a challenge for hockey parents, but keep moving, or shiver and be miserable. Winter is no time for spectator sports. That’s all folks. Enjoy. editor@thepromoter.ca

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Giving begets giving

One hundred dollars is being donated to the Sturgeon Lake Minor Hockey Association in memory of Ernie Nichols and Alda Kimble. Ernie and Alda gave their time to me, asking for nothing in return. Robert (Bob) Devitt Lindsay

Where is the editor’s compassion?

It is at least intellectually offensive to say, “let there be no mistake,” and then blithely offer mistaken ideas (Where is the compassion? Jan. 16, page 3). It is an offence to the heart to speak of compassion and offer not even cold comfort to people just days after the barbaric massacre in Paris. One may support without needing to “heap praise on the cartoonists.” It is disingenuous to reduce them to one of “both sides” of an either/or position where the “or” is bullets. Let there be no mistake on this: free speech that

offends no one needs no protection—there is no right not to be offended. Not offending others is the basis of good manners. But when fear of offending trumps critical thinking, free speech suffers. If I may not mock and ridicule beliefs that deserve questioning, must I be muzzled? May I insult only “the comfortable?” May I not criticize those who see themselves as “afflicted?” Sometimes prudence must take precedence over principle, but bullies must eventually be confronted, or violence rules, and then who will protect the victims of injustice? Your claim (disclaimer?) of belief in freedom of speech is followed immediately by “but”—and your own idea of limiting it. Your condemnation of censorship, threats and murder is followed immediately by another “but”—and the implication that the cartoonists brought this on themselves. Where is the compassion indeed? Hypothetically speaking, if I claimed your article was offensive to my religious beliefs, would you retract it? Or, in my position of “white privilege,” would I not qualify for your compassion?

G. Bellavance Fenelon Falls

On the other hand

Volume 25 / issue 1; “with freedom comes responsibility....” Extremely impressed with John Bird’s editorial. Very well put, sir. Joe Berta Bobcaygeon

Kudos to new Trent Lakes Council over Nogies Creek

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I attended the Trent Lakes Council meeting on Jan. 20. Mayor Bev Matthews presides over a positive professional meeting, with her past experience on council shining through. The whole council was engaged and through their actions the residents can expect positive representation of our opinions and presentations. There are immediate rewards for all the work the constituents did to change council. A highlight was the immediate passing of their involvement in the concept of a Nogies Creek Waterway Park. Rob Messervey from Kawartha Conservation and Principal Linda Skilton from Fleming College spoke about the uniqueness of this wonderful area in the Kawarthas. At the Ontario Municipal Board

Municipal Council is receiving applications from citizens of the The Municipality of Trent Lakes for appointment to the following Committee: Mining and Aggregate Advisory Committee 5 appointments Members being sought: Two (2) quarry operators or their representatives, and three (3) ratepayers. The Mining and Aggregate Advisory Committee will have a mandate to comment and provide feedback to Council on areas of concern regarding potential Extraction/Industrial land use. All committee appointments are for the term of Council. Cover Letters and Resumes should be submitted no later than 12:00 noon on Friday, February 20, 2015 to:

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hearing last summer for the Dewdney Quarry issue, all the good reasons that made this area special became quite apparent and the awareness grew. Hopefully there is still more good to come from the OMB. From the Blandings Turtle to the Hognose Snake to the rare fauna and the wonderful waterways for canoeing, this area needs to be celebrated and we finally have a council in synch with the constituents. The previous absence of the Pigeon Lake Management Study and the Blue Canoe program was put to rest as this council agreed to fund the modest expense to bring both of these to Pigeon, Big Bald and Little Bald via Kawartha Conservation. I thank Kawartha Conservation and Fleming College for their foresight. I applaud Trent Lakes council members, who spoke of change during their campaigns. They were telling the truth; how refreshing is that. The North Pigeon Lake Ratepayers Association applauds what we are seeing as true representation at council. I even saw a bald eagle fly by my window the other day. Janet Klein, Director, NPLRA (and living the life on Nogies Creek) Bobcaygeon

This rumour is garbage

There seems to have been an unfounded rumour swirling around Bobcaygeon that our newly elected councillor had the refuse container removed from in front of the post office. This is just not true, and whoever has been promoting this unnecessary rumour, should stand in “the bad corner of shame” for a while. The city removed the silver container because it was constantly overflowing and a person was hurt trying to clean up the debris. Now, the city has green-wheeled containers stationed near the cedar trees at the post office front entrance. Hopefully, citizens can now join hands once again striving for the betterment of our city in harmony. Al Stacey Bobcaygeon

The cost of political office

Recently both MP Barry Devolin and MPP Laurie Scott wrote to local newspapers criticizing the provincial Liberal Government for its spending and budget, giving the illusion to engaged citizens that a Conservative Government is the only fiscally responsible option. Barry Devolin’s annual budget for his constituency offices is $327,620 (Parliament of Canada website). Laurie Scott spent $274,423 on office expenses in 2013-14 (Legislative Assembly of Ontario website). Does this sound “fiscally responsible” to your readers?

Does it really cost that much to run an office? Or is it money spent on calendars or communications that could easily be sent in an already distributed local paper? Elizabeth May, leader of The Green Party and MP, posted her office and travel expenses at $23,684 for the year—and she lives on the other side of the country. Don’t be fooled, there are fiscally responsible alternatives that care for more than just the elite. Julia Taylor, President Association of the Green Party of Canada, HaliburtonKawartha Lakes-Brock

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Bobcaygeon the winner in tax sweeps

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Bobcaygeon would seem to be the winner by a nose in the City of Kawartha Lakes’ 2015 property tax sweepstakes. CKL council has approved tax rates for the 2015 budget that would see Bobcaygeon’s rate increase by 1.1 percent. Fenelon Falls’ rate will grow by 1.43 percent, Oakwood’s by 1.47 percent, and Lindsay’s by 1.58 percent. Your final tax bill, of course, will also depend on the assessed value of your property which may 14 20 ch 20 arch 25,, 2015 Mar y, da rs M , hu have changed from last year as the city is phasing in T ay sd ne d e W .. p.m :000 p. -5 assessment increases. 00 m 1: :3 4 2:0 100 -50:00 p.m. There are a number of upward pressures on 1: In Buckhorn the city budget for 2015. Salary and benefit costs Community Buckhorn Community Centre Centre Buckhorn In Buckhorn will grow by 6 percent or $3.3 million. Insurance In Buckhorn 1801 Lakehurst Buckhorn Rd, Buckhorn Lakehurst 1801Road, costs for the city are increasing by 29 percent or Buckhorn Community Centre Buckhorn Community Centre Directions from Peterborough: $549,538, and the Workplace Safety and Insurance north on Water Street, turns into County Road 29. At Jack & Jill Farms, turn left onto Buckhorn Go 1801FREE Lakehurst Rd, 1801 Lakehurst Rd,Buckhorn Buckhorn Rd. the lights onto Lakehurst seekers, employers and community agencies. left at In the village, turn to Buckhorn. straight Drivejob (Hwy 507).for Rdevent Board costs will jump by 19 percent or $125,000 service related options: of career &Buckhorn a wide rangeRoad, Featuring Directions from Peterborough: ctions from Peterborough: 1801 Lakehurst this year. job openings services •turns you! meet toturn want will Go northStreet, on Water Street, turns into County 29. At local Jack Jill Farms, left onto Buckhorn openings jobRoad with orth on Water into County Road 29. At Jack &&Jill Farms, turn left onto Buckhorn Employers FREE event job seekers, RdDrive (Hwy 507). Drive straight to the Buckhorn. the village, turn left the lights onto Lakehurst Rd. Rd. to you available services Hwy 507). straight to Buckhorn. Inmany theInvillage, turn left atatthe lights onto Lakehurst local &for free • Discover The overall budget with operating and capital is search support community agency information • job  Job Searching support x Community agency information up by 3.3 percent, but the city is using a number of Featuring a wide range of career & service related options: and Lakes employers and community Trent the turing a wide range ofEmployers career from & service related options: areas! & the townships • Employers withopenings jobSelwyn openings will want meet you! strategies to mitigateagencies. the impact on taxpayers. These mployers with event job will want totosurrounding meet you! FREE for job seekers, employers and community agencies. yerp.ca under • Discover thea many free & local services available totoyou www.communit out:available check exhibitors, list ofcommunity For Employers and Discover the many free & local services you include: Karen d, Buckhorn of Events • Job Searching x Community agency information Calendar agencies - tosupport register, contact: ob Searching support x Community agency information • “Wage gapping,” which is the time between when 705-740-2577 ext. 5252 Employers from the TrentLakes Lakes and Employers from the Trent and  local services staff leave and when they are replaced—as no job openings  SelwynSocial townships & the surrounding areas! City of Peterborough Services& the surrounding areas! Selwyn townships budgeted salary is drawn during that period; n Buckhorn For a list of exhibitors, check out: www.communityerp.ca under r a list of exhibitors, check out: www.communityerp.ca under eekers, employers and community agencies. • Bagency udgeting $540,000 in land sales; job search support community information   Calendar of Events n Community Centre In Buckhorn Calendar of Events • Borrowing more than $3 million from city Serving the City & County of Peterborough City of Peterborough Services kehurst Rd,SocialBuckhorn Buckhorn Community Centre reserves, which it expects to recoup from higher y of Peterborough Social Services In In Buckhorn local services  Buckhorn development charges rates instituted in a new 1801 Lakehurst Rd, Buckhorn h: bylaw last year. Buckhorn ns into County Road Community 29. At Jack & Jill Farms,Centre turn left onto Buckhorn horn Community Centre

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expressed concern that rural transportation would end after the pilot project, and there is little time to implement a new service after the April deadline. The three councillors said many people have come to rely on this service for work, education, medical appointments and social outings. It allows people from rural areas to use services in Lindsay. Council supported Strangway’s follow-up motion to explore all viable options to continue rural transit after the pilot project ends. Ward 12 Councillor Gord James, a long-time proponent of rural transportation, actually moved the motion to end the pilot project, but also proposed the taskforce. He said that “any transportation system takes five years to get rolling but this rural transit system needs improving.” Mayor Andy Letham said he wants the service to be viable. Darren Parberry of Métis Transportation offered council alternatives to improve rural transportation, which he said could be done at no cost to the taxpayer. He said rural service could include all of the city, and could be funded by fares and advertising by local businesses. The task force will consider his suggestions.

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Could CKL become a Blue Dot Community? By Glenna Burns

City of Kawartha Lakes Mayor Andy Letham followed through, Jan. 20, on a promise he made to a Grade 3 class during the election campaign to bring the Blue Dot proposal on environmental rights to city council. Leah Mathers, a Grade 3 teacher at Fenelon Falls’ Langton Public school had taught her students about the Blue Dot campaign last fall, and invited then-mayoral candidate Letham to her class so her students could tell him about the movement. He promised the children that if elected, he would have council consider supporting the campaign. On Tuesday, he made good on his promise by bringing area residents Brian Smith and William MacCallum to council to make a presentation on the Blue Dot Movement that was pioneered by Dr.

David Suzuki and his foundation. They explained to council that this is a growing national grassroots movement based on the idea that people have a basic human right to a healthy environment, including enjoying fresh water, clean air and safe food, that should be included in Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Mathers’ students attended the council meeting to witness the presentation. Through concerned citizens like Smith and MacCallum, the Suzuki Foundation is encouraging municipalities across the country to declare that their citizens do have a right to a healthy environment. The goal is that eventually all provinces and the federal government will make the same declaration. Two days later, Smith and MacCallum, supported by Mathers and Susan and Michael Forrester, gave a longer presentation to the city’s Environmental Advisory Committee. The EAC voted to support the declaration in principle, pending further study and potential changes to the wording of the declaration. Mayor Letham has given city staff until the end of March to study the issue. If CKL does pass the motion it will join cities like Vancouver, Yellowknife, Montreal and The Pas that have already recently declared that their citizens do have a right to a healthy environment.

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Nogies Creek Waterway Park—A dream coming true By Glenna Burns

The proposed Nogies Creek Waterway Park may be a “dream come true” for local residents who have been fighting the proposed Dewdney Mountain mega quarry adjacent to Nogies Creek for years. The Jan. 20 meeting of Trent Lakes Council buzzed with anticipation as Rob Messervey from Kawartha Region Conservation Authority presented the concept for the proposed park. And after hearing the conservation authority’s proposal, council voted four to one in favour of the park concept. This unique waterway, wetlands-system park will run from Bass Lake down Nogies Creek and into North Pigeon Lake. It will take in the shoreline areas of Nogies Creek and an adjacent property owned by Fleming College. Linda Skilton, Dean of Frost Campus, Fleming College in Lindsay, explained how the college will be a major part of this new park where scientists can research water and wetlands habitat and students can develop their skills.

The Ministry of Natural Resources is also on board with plans to revitalize the Fish Sanctuary and Research Station infrastructure that is already on Nogies Creek. Canoeists, kayakers and nature lovers of all stripes will have access to this “land between” region by water and on hiking trails. Ontario Municipal Board hearings last summer around this quarry helped to focus attention on this very important area of the Kawartha Lakes. The Fleming college park property sits right beside the proposed mega quarry property.

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Friday, Jan.16. “We hear about the fancy studies,” The quarry team of Dennis Simmons and Don Young she said. “That does not mean a whole lot to us. said that if the water runs out in nearby wells, they We have had enough of quarries.” are not responsible to the municipality. It is up to She added that quarry operators make all the the Ministry of Natural Resources to respond if a money while the citizens are left to repair the well goes dry. (In 2011, Simmons was fined $4,000 damage. after pleading guilty to providing false information The meeting only addressed the hydrology on annual compliance assessment reports for the report (commissioned by the quarry owners from Johnston limestone quarry in Galway Township, Ross Campbell of Alpha Environmental Services, now part of Trent Lakes municipality.) Aurora) for expansion of the quarry operation. Although, it was reported at the Jan. 6 Trent If additional excavation below the water table Lakes council meeting (and subsequently in The is approved, the quarry site on Bass Lane, southeast Promoter) that the information session would include of Little Silver Lake, will become an 86-acre lake a representative from the MNR, not just from the or pond when excavation is completed in 60 to 80 aggregate company, in fact no one attended from years. The lake will be up to 19 metres deep, with the ministry. a rehabilitation plan to create habitat for fish and Trent Lakes council was represented by wildlife. Mayor Matthews and councillors Dick Persson The quarry proposal is to mine it in three stages and Peter Raymond. The City of Kawartha Lakes or “lifts.” So far the excavation is on the first lift, was represented by councillors Brian Junkin and which has already been approved, and has not gone Kathleen Seymour-Fagan. below the water table. Junkin offered some timely advice: Contact Campbell acknowledged to the audience your provincial and federal members, and try to of about 48 people that hydrology can be a very create allies in those legislatures. uncertain science when it comes to predicting how much the water table can vary. The quarry will be Trent Lakes will help paddle in the Blue pumping water all year at 247 litres per minute. Even though the site is on an MNR-protected- Canoe program By Glenna Burns wetlands map showing Bass Lake and the Nogies Trent Lakes municipality has committed to pay Creek system, Campbell said he had no knowledge the Kawartha Conservation Authority $10,000 a of this watershed. year over the next three years to support expansion Audience members asked many pointed of the Blue Canoe Program into North Pigeon, questions about increased blasting, more and Little Bald and Big Bald Lakes. earlier truck traffic, increased carbon emissions, It also appointed Councillor Peter Raymond as crusher noise and dust, and general costs to the its representative on the Blue Canoe’s Community tourist industry and area. Most of these questions Panel. Do Advisory You Live In Peterborough County? remained unanswered. The Blue Canoe program focuses on educating A collection of beautiful ideas lakeside property owners about shoreline You Live In Peterborough County? Are Here to Help Free Services and waterWe available at My Favourite Things naturalization quality, and provides 10 King St. E. Bobcaygeon, 738-9090 Calldock-side (705)760-4854 We can assist you with things l consultation. It also offers demonstration

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Lent, in the Christian tradition, starts on Wednesday, Feb. 18 this year. In many traditions it is preceded by Shrove Tuesday. More southern and Catholic traditions call it Mardi Gras (French for Fat Tuesday), and have parades and street dances in places like New Orleans, Rio de Janeiro, Trinidad, and even Quebec City, before Lent’s more introspective period kicks in. The British, being a little more restrained for various reasons, tend to settle for pancakes on Shrove Tuesday, and for the fourth year in a row, Bobcaygeon’s Village Baptist Church is offering a pancake breakfast to all comers at the Royal Canadian Legion in Bobcaygeon. “It’s absolutely free, with no strings attached. We don’t even accept donations,” says event coordinator Peter Attard. Even the background music is a nice selection of country and western hits, he adds. The breakfast is not just pancakes either, but will include sausages, fruit, juices and Tim Hortons coffee. Members of the congregation will be serving from 8 am till noon.

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Happy Valentines Hello young lovers, wherever you are

Lovers around the world mark Valentine’s Day each year on Feb. 14. But it really began as the Feast of Saint Valentine, a liturgical celebration of one or more early Christian saints named Valentinus.

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Legend has it that Saint Valentine of Rome was imprisoned for performing weddings for soldiers and for ministering to Christians. Roman Emperor Claudius II was impressed by Valentine and attempted to convert him to Roman paganism to save his life. Instead, Valentine tried to convert Claudius to Christianity. Because of this, he was executed. In jail, Saint Valentine healed the jailer’s daughter, Julia and before his execution wrote her a farewell letter that he signed: “Your Valentine.” Presto—the first Valentine’s Day card. English medieval author Geoffrey Chaucer was the first person on record to associate the saint’s day with romantic love. In 1382, when the tradition of courtly love flourished, he wrote (modern English version):

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“For this was on St. Valentine’s Day, when every bird cometh there to choose his mate.” The earliest description of February 14 as an annual celebration of love appears in the Charter of the Court of Love, issued by Charles VI of France at Mantes-la-Jolie in 1400. It describes a feast, amorous song and poetry competitions, jousting and dancing. Amid these festivities, the attending ladies would hear and rule on disputes from lovers. By the 18th-century, Valentine’s Day in England had evolved into an occasion when lovers presented one another with flowers, offered confectionery, and sent greeting cards (known as “valentines”). In Europe, Saint Valentine’s Keys are given to lovers, a romantic symbol meant to unlock the recipient’s heart. Valentine’s Day symbols today include the

heart-shaped outline—now best known as an emoticon used in texting on smart phones—doves and the figure of the winged Cupid. And of course, since the 19th century, handwritten valentines have given way to massproduced greeting cards, plus chocolates and flowers galore. Is there someone expecting a Valentine’s Day gift from you? Disappoint them at your peril.

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You don’t need a paddle up these creeks

Why choose a river cruise? For a carefree getaway. To broaden your horizons. To see new sights. To be immersed in different cultures. To taste new flavours. To experience a different way to travel. A river cruise offers a great vacation value. Almost everything is included —deluxe accommodations, all onboard meals, regional wine and beer, daily shore excursions with knowledgeable, English-speaking guides, enrichment activities, complimentary touring bicycles, and entertainment that showcases local foods, performances and demonstrations. Travel through the heart of Europe, Russia, Asia or Egypt, treated to an up-close, inspiring look at spectacular scenery and local cultures. Ships dock in the heart of historic cities and quaint villages, allowing you to conveniently disembark and enjoy local food and wine, sightseeing and shopping, especially in Europe’s popular Christmas Markets. Your ship is comfortable and intimate, averaging just 150 guests, yet offers popular big-ship features: hair salon, fitness centre, library, Internet café and WiFi. These vessels offer fine dining with attentive service, including multi-course dinners prepared by European chefs. Cabins are comfortable with European-style duvets and Egyptian cotton linens.

Their long, narrow, low design allows the ships to slip under the many bridges and squeeze into the numerous locks on the rivers they navigate. The interior of these ships will pleasantly surprise even the most discerning traveler with their elegance, panoramic views throughout and state-of-the art technology. Attend the Avalon Information Session. Born and raised in the Netherlands, guest speaker, Mark Wismeijer, picked up a love of exploring the world with his backpack. Soon he became a Tour Guide working throughout the world. Mark joined Globus more than 10 years ago, conducting coach tours and river cruises throughout Europe.

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It was 25 years ago that Indigenous women in Canada began gathering in memory of their missing and murdered Indigenous sisters. Niijkiwendidaa Anishnaabekwewag Services Circle (NASC) will be holding the 25th Annual Women’s Memorial Gathering on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, beginning at 1 pm in Peterborough’s Confederation Park (McDonnell and George Streets). You can learn more by calling NASC at 705741-0900.

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The first in a series on Shopping Locally Let’s target local stores for shopping It was “difficult news to hear,” said City of Kawartha Lakes Mayor Andy Letham about last month’s announcement that Target will be closing all its Canadian stores—Thank includes the one in Lindsay that replaced the town’s long-standing Zellers department store (it seems like only yesterday). Even more difficult to hear, perhaps, was the news that the CEO, Gregg Steinhafel received the Canadian equivalent of over $76 million in severance from Target when he left the company last spring—partly because of his role in the disastrous decision to expand into Canada. That’s actually more than the $70 million that Target is planning to pay as severance to all the rest of its 17,600 employees in Canada. Not to mention that Target Canada now owes about $5 billion to creditors, making this one of the largest bankruptcies in Canadian retail industry history.

But this might be the best argument for supporting our local, home-grown retailers, instead of large multinationals like Target. “We have many wonderful retailers who live and operate fascinating stores in our local communities like Lindsay, Bobcaygeon, Fenelon Falls, Coboconk and Norland,” says The Promoter’s Advertising Sales Manager Pat Thurston, who has visited nearly every business in the region in her years with the paper. And she loves them all. And taken all together, our locally owned stores offer as wide a range of goods as Target did—from electronics and furniture to hardware and sporting goods, to women’s and men’s fashions, to jewelry, pharmaceuticals and foods. “Local is the way to go,” says Pat. “Support your neighbours, and they will support you by going the extra mile to give personal service, and by standing behind their products.”

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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.

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Numbers tell all for Caygeon Chamber of Commerce events

By Bob Hughes, Secretary

This is shaping up to be the Year of the Numbers for the Bobcaygeon and Area Chamber of Commerce, as in—“Look at all the anniversaries we’re marking.” The Chamber itself seems to be set to celebrate 35 years of activity (is there anyone out there who knows for sure?). Then we have the April Awards of Excellence (10 years), the May Canada-U.S. Walleye Tournament (35 years), the June warm-weatheropening Unlock the Summer (10 years), the August co-operative Midnight Madness event (25 years), and the September Cruisefest antique and classic vehicle show (20 years). As well, the Kawartha Promoter, our host publication, will mark its 25th year of bringing local news and views to the area’s people. Thanks to the enthusiasm of our directors and the other community-minded individuals who volunteer for their committees, this year’s events also promise to be top-notch. For example, the 18 fishing enthusiasts who make up the walleye tournament committee started planning less than a month after the Chamber’s annual general meeting and continue to fine-tune the myriad details that make this stellar event a success.

One week recently featured the 16-person board of directors’ January monthly meeting plus three committee meetings—the first for Bobcaygeon Cruisefest, the first for Midnight Madness, and the fourth for the Walleye Tournament. The first planning meeting for Awards of Excellence is already on the agenda and even the two-person Cornflower Social Committee—the Chamber’s Ruth-Anne Wilson and the Sheila Boyd Memorial Museum’s Barb McFadzen—have their plans for the July 15 Cornflower Social well in hand. As always, these gatherings happen because volunteers from the community step forward to help out. That’s a broad hint that any interested parties should put these dates on their action calendars: • Awards of Excellence (April 25), • Canada-U.S. Walleye (May 22-23-24), • Midnight Madness (August 1) and • Cruisefest (September 13). • Unlock the Summer’s date and plans will be announced shortly.

Churches offer 4 sessions on Islam at Caygeon library

These days all it takes is turning on your computer, TV or radio to hear a lot about Islam, usually associated with death, terrorist violence, war or harsh punishment. But the followers of Islam are peaceful and law abiding. Their faith is distorted and widely misunderstood in our part of the world. To understand our Muslim brothers and sisters better, Trinity United and Christ Church Anglican congregations are hosting a four-part series at the Bobcaygeon library on Thursdays from 2 to 3:30 pm, and starting on Feb. 19. We will use a study document prepared by the United Church as background (preview at united-church.ca), which looks at the history and THINK SPRING Think of My Favourite Things first for your giftware, home décor & garden needs… visit us at 10 King St. E. Bobcaygeon, 738-9090

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beliefs of Islam, one of three great world religions, which all acknowledge Abraham as a great leader. The study will be led by Rev. Rodney-SmithMerkley and Rev. Bob Bettson. Bettson recently travelled to Jordan, the only peaceful Islamic country in the Middle East. He found a moderate religious climate, like Canada’s, where Christians and Muslims work together. Bettson also participated in a Muslim-Christian dialogue in Calgary from 2005 to 2007. The sessions are open to the whole community. There is no charge to attend.

Snowmobile Family Fun Ride for the Breakfast Club

The Kawartha Lakes Snowmobile Club is hosting a Snowmobile Family Fun Ride on Saturday, Feb. 14 to raise money for the Breakfast Club programs at local elementary public schools. For a $15 registration fee you can sled along the area’s great trails to various checkpoints. There’s a lunch stop at the Kinmount Community Centre with the Ladies Auxiliary there offering a chili-andhot-dog lunch for $6. The grand finale is set for the Burnt River Community Centre at 3 pm, where you can bid on silent-auction items and hob-nob over snacks with CKL Mayor Andy Letham and other councillors.

Sturgeon Lake Thunder Novice Red hockey team played in a hockey tournament in Grafton, on Saturday, Jan. 31. At the end of the day they were undefeated, and won the “A” Division Championship.

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iPads all around Chief Executive Officer and Chief CKL Librarian David Harvie (left), joins Phong Tan, pharmacist and owner of the Fenelon Falls Pharmasave, and local city councillors Doug Elmslie and Stephen Strangway to show off the iPads Mr. Tan has donated to the Fenelon Falls branch library.

There will be lots of prizes, including a television and a signed print of Sidney Crosby scoring the winning goal at the Olympics. Register at the Fenelon Chamber of Commerce between 8:30 and 10:30 on Saturday morning. If there isn’t enough snow (which doesn’t seem likely at the moment), registration will move to the KLSC equipment building on Highway 121 off the B103 trail (Victoria Rail Line).

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A Disney theme prevailed Jan. 10 as ladies from the Fenelon Falls curling club hosted their annual bonspiel—with teams in costume, songs, quizzes, talents, and even singing waiters. Fenelon’s LeCraw team (the Minnie Mice) won, against competition from other local clubs, and teams from Toronto and Brampton. Congratulations to Heather LeCraw, Nancy Skopyk, June Sedore and Lynda Palmer— who all dressed as Minnie Mouse. Thanks to all the sponsors, organizers, and volunteers who helped make the event a success and fun for all.

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Tell the health unit where to go

The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit is asking for the public’s input on its three new strategic priorities: 1) Social Determinants of Health, 2) Mental Health, and 3) Communications. The priorities, which include a series of actions and indicators of success, are intended to guide the health unit’s work through to 2016. But the unit wants to know if people think they are relevant. Area residents who wish to offer input can visit the Health Unit’s website (http://www. hkpr.on.ca/About/StrategicPlan.aspx) to see the Strategic Priorities Chart 2014-2016, and link to a short online survey. Deadline for completing the survey is Friday, Feb. 20.

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It is now illegal to smoke on or around children’s playgrounds, as well as publicly-owned sports surfaces such as ice rinks and swimming pools. Smoking is also banned on all bar and restaurant patios at all times (whether covered or not), and the sale of tobacco products is banned on all university and college campuses in Ontario. If some people can breathe a little easier in 2015, it is thanks to changes to the Smoke-Free Ontario Act that took effect Jan. 1. The Smoke-Free Ontario Act first took effect on May 31, 2006, and rates of smoking have been declining ever since, notes Lorne Jordan, a Tobacco Control Officer with the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit. Nearly one-quarter of all Ontarians smoked in 2000, but the rate had dropped to 18.1 per cent by 2013 says to the Ontario Ministry of Health. People caught smoking or holding a lit tobacco product in a banned area can face a fine of at least $305, and up to $1,000. Restaurant owners, operators and managers can also be fined if people smoke on the patios of these establishments. Tobacco-related illness costs Ontario’s healthcare system an estimated $2.2 billion in direct costs.

Rediscover the wonders of snow at Gamiing’s Winterlude

Gamiing Nature Centre is hosting its annual Winterlude on Monday, Feb. 16, which is Family Day. All ages are welcome between 11 am and 4 pm for fun winter activities that will include

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A study conducted by the National Council on Aging showed that hearing loss left untreated has serious emotional and social consequences, which may help to dispel the notion that untreated hearing loss in older persons is a harmless condition. The researchers found that the happier and better-adjusted group had taken advantage of hearing instruments. The hearing instrument users reported greater independence, improved mental health, and better relationships with their families than those who did not use a hearing instrument. Older non-users were more likely to agree with the statement “people get angry with me usually for no reason.” A hearing instrument can, indeed, liberate many older adults from the isolation and unhappiness of hearing loss. If you believe you have a hearing loss, please call us. Our highly trained clinicians provide hearing healthcare in a manner that provides you with the information you need for a successful experience with your new hearing instruments. We are also well stocked in hearing aid accessories from batteries to hearing aids and represent many manufacturers. Due to continuing research and advancements in audiology, new techniques and technologies are developing rapidly. We pride ourselves by keeping up to date with these advancements. . P.S. The study mentioned above found that people who do not use hearing instruments are considerably less likely to participate in social activities.

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$122,500 GRANT TO HELP BEAUTIFY NORLAND AND AREA

A new pergola in Riverside Park in Norland, new picnic tables for parks, and lots of new beautification projects, are all on tap for the Coboconk, Norland and Area Chamber of Commerce, thanks to a $122,500 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation. The new-last-year chamber of commerce announced the grant at its very first annual general meeting Jan. 19. The Coboconk, Norland and Area Chamber is the first new Chamber of Commerce in Ontario in 20 years—and already has over 100 enthusiastic members. “We are grateful to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for their support of this community and our new Chamber of Commerce,” said chamber chair Ian Forster. “It is a real vote of confidence in the work we have undertaken. We will continue to work to strengthen our local economy and take on projects to positively impact our communities.” The Coboconk, Norland and Area Chamber of Commerce (www.coboconknorland.ca) is a voluntary association of business and professional people committed to improve the social, civic, and business environment in Coboconk, Norland and area.

LOONIE AUCTION— ‘CAUSE IT’S ALL DOWN HILL FROM COBY

Coboconk’s annual Loonie Auction to raise money for the Fresh Water Summit Festival is set for Saturday, Feb. 7, beginning at 6:30 pm at the Coboconk Legion. The Summit festival is held every June, and features live music, a boat parade, canoe race,

antique boat show, water-ski demonstrations, a pancake breakfast, and more—to celebrate the fact that Balsam Lake is the highest point in the world from which you can head off in two directions to sail around the world (in a seaworthy boat of course) without having to travel over land. While there are two higher global navigable rivers (the Coon Rapids Dam on the Upper Mississippi River, and the Danube River at Kelheim, Bavaria, Germany), Balsam Lake is the only spot that gives the skipper the choice to go east to the Atlantic Ocean, west to the Pacific Ocean, south to the Caribbean Sea or north to the Arctic Ocean. Organizers report that lots of interesting items have already been donated for the Loonie Auction, and more are expected—and invited. Tickets are $5 per person, and a light lunch is included, with a cash bar. For more information or to donate items to the auction, contact Jennifer Wilson at: 705-454-1110.

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Get your slide on Sunday, Feb. 15, when the Coboconk and District Lions offer a free afternoon of horse-drawn sleigh rides at Balsam Lake Provincial Park. The sleigh rides run from 1 to 3 pm, and there will be free hot dogs and hot chocolate for one and all. Donations to the food bank are not required, but will certainly be appreciated. THINK SPRING What’s New, What’s inspiring…over 1000 new items coming soon to My Favourite Things 10 King St. E. Bobcaygeon, 738-9090

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Horoscopes

Cancer (June 23 to July 23) It’s time to develop more confidence in your abilities, Cancer. You have great person-to-person skills, but you rarely focus on these when examining your strengths. Be assured— these are strong points in your character.

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Aquarius (Jan. 21 to Feb. 19) Did you know, Aquarius, that Groundhog Day (Feb. 2) marks the mid-point of winter? In earlier days, it was time to take stock, to make sure you still had half your hay, root crops and firewood left to comfortably make it through to spring. Perhaps it’s time you take stock, but of your feelings, rather than materials. Are you making it through winter okay? If not, find something to “shore you up” ’til spring. Pisces (Feb. 20 to March 20) Hey, Pisces, what about a winter getaway? Maybe it’s time to take a trip? It can be far away with plenty of sun, or just around the corner with a lovely walk in the snow. It’s up to you—but do it. Aries (March 21 to April 20) Looking for love, dear Aries? Many of us are. Remember that love blossoms in the strangest of gardens, so don’t be afraid to tiptoe through the tulips, and find what may be growing there. Taurus (April 21 to May 21) “The mind is everything. What you think, you become”—Buddha. Do you believe in the power of your thoughts, Taurus? Buddha certainly did, and look what a reputation he has. So start thinking great things about yourself, and watch what happens. Gemini (May 22 to June 22) It may be a good time in the coming weeks, to assess your career decisions. Are they moving ahead as planned, or have they stagnated? Only you know. Decide how to manage these questions, Gemini.

Leo (July 24 to Aug. 23) Leo the Lion, we hear you roaring. How can we miss it? You’re excited these days, and with good reason. Everything is falling nicely into place in your life right now, with lots more to look forward to. Virgo (Aug. 24 to Sept. 23) Valentine’s Day is almost upon us. Bring on the romance. But please remember those who may not have as many loved ones in their lives as you do, and take a little time to make their day special, too. Libra (Sept. 24 to Oct. 23) Money is always loaded with emotional baggage, it seems, dear Libra. You need to extricate yourself from ideas from the past about how to handle money and all the reactions that come with it. You’ll feel better. Scorpio (Oct. 24 to Nov. 22) Here’s the bottom line, Scorpio: To feel good about yourself, don’t say “yes” when you want to say “no.” Learn to be assertive in situations, with firmness, directness and honesty. It is a behavior that can be learned. Sagittarius (Nov. 23 to Dec. 21) We know these winter months can be tough to get through sometimes, dear Sag. But, as always, there are violets under the snow, and spring is only weeks away. Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 20) Your generous nature is shining brightly right about now, Capricorn. Have no doubt—the people you are helping will be eternally grateful. They appreciate every move you make.

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Thank you to all the people of Bobcaygeon for your love and support during the untimely passing of my husband Jim Runnings. Special thanks go to Don of the Princess Motel and Scott, Lori Ann & Joanne of Hendren Funeral Homes. Betty Runnings.

POOLE: Ross Albert

June 9, 1932 - February 3, 2015

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at Ross Memorial Hospital. Ross will be deeply missed by his children Lynda (Dwight) Phelps, Maryam (Chuck) Whitaker, Patty (Allan) Anderson and Jerry (Kathy) Poole; grandchildren Adam (Angela), Amanda (Andrew), Katie (Mike), Court, Wendy, David (Veronica), Jason (Melissa), Eric (Erin) and Kyle (Ayna); great grandsons Brysen, Caleb, Quinton, Logan and Dean; sisters Evelyn Rosenberg and Ruth Stoddard; brother-in-law Jerry (Gayle) Zwilling; sister-in-law Joyce Poole; numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Louise; son Frank; brothers Frank and Bruce. Relatives and friends are invited to call at THE HENDREN FUNERAL HOMES-MONK CHAPEL, 6 Helen Street, Bobcaygeon on Saturday, February 7, 2015 from 7:00 until 9:00 PM. Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, February 8, 2015 at 3:30 PM in Trinity United Church, Bobcaygeon. A reception will follow in the church hall. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Pinecrest Nursing Home or to Trinity United Church. Friends may send condolences, arrange flowers or donations by visiting www.hendrenfuneralhome. com or by calling 705-738-3222.

NICHOLLS: Edna May

September 14, 1919 ~ January 27, 2015

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(April 6, 1929 – January 9, 2015) The family of Ray Hickling wishes to express their deepest appreciation to those who have offered such kindness, support and messages of sympathy and comfort in our time of bereavement. Thank you to the staff of the Ross Memorial Hospital, Scott and staff at Hendren Funeral Home, Monk Chapel and Rev. Rodney Smith-Merkley for their care and assistance through this difficult time. We especially wish to thank Dr. Brent MacMillan for his dedication, expertise, kind words and thoughtful, compassionate guidance and care. To the amazing staff at the Retirement Suites of Kawartha Lakes, the work you do is so important and we are truly grateful for the level of attentive care and the helping hands you provide. You are wonderful caregivers, you are friends and Dad so appreciated each and every one of you each and every day. We thank you for your many acts of kindness as you continue to be of great comfort to us in our time of sorrow.

Passed away peacefully at Pinecrest Nursing Home on Tuesday, January 27, 2015. Edna will be lovingly missed by her children Dorothy (Earl) McFeeters, Barbara (Cecil) Young, John (Diane) Nicholls and Cathy (Johnny) James, sisters-in-law Marjorie and Susan Nicholls, 18 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, 15 great great grandchildren. “Aunt Ted” will be fondly remembered by numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Alexander, sons George and David, brothers Stan, Fred, Len, Percy, Ernie and Don Nichols. Relatives and friends are invited to call at THE HENDREN FUNERAL HOMES, MONK CHAPEL on Friday, January 30, 2015 from 7:00 until 9:00 PM. A funeral service will be held at Hendren Funeral Homes, Monk Chapel on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at 1:30 PM. Interment will take place in Verulam Cemetery at a later date. A reception will follow in the chapel. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Pinecrest Nursing Home. Friends may send condolences to Edna’s family by visiting www.hendrenfuneralhome.com or by calling 705-738-3222.

Dedicated to the memory of my husband and best friend Ed “Axeman” Macdonald A Man In A Tipi

Mary Ann Macdonald - Wednesday October 18, 2000

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I met a man in a tipi, He introduced me to fun, In fact, he bought me my first gun.

I met a man in a tipi, To him, I owe so much more, For he has made my heart soar.

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COULTER: Keith Allen March 5, 1947~January 14, 2015 Passed away peacefully at Pinecrest Nursing Home on January 14, 2015 in his 68th year. Keith will be sadly missed by his children Tracey Maw (Dan) and Jeremy (Miranda), grandchildren Tanner and Aiden Maw and Rebecca Coulter, brother Robert (Anna) Coulter, sisters Grace (Barry) Crowe and Donna English (Phonz), brother-in-law George Kemp as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Audrey and Orval and sister Marjory Kemp. A private family graveside service will be held in Verulam Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Pinecrest Nursing Home or to Bobcaygeon Helps. Friends may send condolences to Keith’s family by visiting www.hendrenfuneralhome.com or by calling 705-738-3222.

MacKENZIE: KENNETH GORDON

NOVEMBER 26, 1924~JANUARY 18, 2015 Passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday, January 18, 2015 in his 91st year. Ken will be deeply missed by his son Ronald (Lina), daughter Glenna, grandson Brian, wife Jean and her children Lynn Vigneau (Peter) and Valerie McElrea (Tom) and their families. Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive. Ken was predeceased by his wife Irene, 3 brothers and one sister. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hendren Funeral Homes, Monk Chapel. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimers Society. Friends may send condolences to Ken’s family by visiting www.hendrenfuneralhome.com or by calling 705738-3222.

Local Events FEB 2015 - Juried photography show at The Boyd Gallery, Bobcaygeon. For more information contact The Boyd Museum or drop into the Library to pick up conditions for entry. 705-738-9482 FEB 6- Blood donor clinic at the Royal Canadian Legion #239, Bobcaygeon 3-7 p.m. Please call 1 888 2DONATE or visit www.blood.ca to book your lifesaving appointment. FEB 6, 9, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 23, 25 & 27 - Adult Day program offered by Community Care, at Trinity United Church Bobcaygeon, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Call 705324-7323 for details or to book a spot. FEB 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 23 & 27 - Adult Day program offered by Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes, at Fenelon Falls United Church 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Call 705-324-7323 for details or to book a spot. FEB 6 & 20 - Circle of Hope for Newly Bereaved, offered by Community Care City Hospice services. Noon - 1:30 pm., 112 McLaughlin Rd., Lindsay. No charge. Call 705-324-7323 ext 504 to register. FEB 7 - Music night in Bobcaygeon Senior Citizens’ building. 7:30 p.m. Bring a snack and your instrument if you play. FEB 7 - Salvation Army Fenelon Falls annual Meatball Dinner; part of the Fenelon Falls Association of Churches Winter Foodfest 5 - 7 pm. Tickets $10 - available in advance at The Salvation Army office or at the door. FEB 7 - The Kawartha Hand Weavers and Spinners Guild will be holding free demonstrations at the Bobcaygeon library 10 am-1pm and encourage you to come and experience the craft of spinning. FEB 7 - Fresh Water Summit Festival annual Loonie auction to raise money for this year’s Festival. 6:30 p.m. Coboconk Legion. $5 per person, light lunch included. Cash bar. FEB 9 - Kirkfield Diners Club. Seniors luncheon presented by Community Care at Lions Hall, noon. Call 705-324-7323 to reserve. FEB 9 - Living With Cancer Support Group for individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer or who are

receiving treatment. 112 McLaughlin Rd., Lindsay, 2 p.m.Call 705-324-7323 ext 503 to reserve. FEB 9, 12, 16, 19, 23 & 26 - Adult Day program offered by Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes, at Trinity United Church Omemee, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm Call 705324-7323 for details or to book a spot. FEB 9 & 23 - Basic foot care services for seniors and people with special needs offered by Community Care in Little Britain. Pre-booked appointments required. Call 705-879-4100 to book or for more info. FEB 10 - Pancake Supper, St. James Anglican church, 5-7pm.Adults $8, Kids $4. FEB 10 - Fenelon Falls Diners Club. Seniors luncheon presented by Community Care at 70 Murray St., noon. Call 705-324-7323 to reserve. FEB 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 & 25 - Adult Day program offered by Community Care for dementia-specific clients. 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, at Jennings Creek Christian Reformed Church, Lindsay. Call 705-324-7323 to book a spot. FEB 10, 17 & 24 - Adult Day program offered by Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes, at Little Britain Community Baptist Church 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Call 705324-7323 for details or to book a spot. FEB 11 - Caregiver Support Group for people caring for someone with a terminal or life-threatening illness. 10 11:30 am, Community Care Hospice Services, Lindsay. Call 705-324-7323 ext 503 to register. FEB 11, 18, 25 - Lindsay Diners Club. Greet & Eat Luncheon for seniors held by Community Care at Village Housing in Lindsay, noon. Call 705-324-7323 to reserve. FEB 12, 19 & 26 - Fenelon Falls Diners Club. Thursday Night Dinner for seniors presented by Community Care at 70 Murray St., 5:30 p.m. Call 705-324-7323 to reserve. FEB 12 & 26 - Basic foot care services for seniors and people with special needs are by Community Care in Kirkfield. Pre-booked appointments required. Call 705879-4100 to book an appointment or more info. More listings online at www.thepromoter.ca

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