Drayton Community News February 10, 2017

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Taking the plunge - The 2017 Alma Plunger Toss was a big hit, with 56 teams of four participating in the annual event on Feb. 4. The event, which is in its 35th year, features a mixture of curling, horseshoes and bathroom humour. LEFT: Teams participate in the toss, held at the Alma Optimist’s outdoor rink, known locally as the “Cow Palace.� RIGHT: Carly Wing of the Plop-a-teers aims a throw. Photos by Olivia Rutt

Building activity down in 2016 Drayton youngster completes By Patrick Raftis

MAPLETON – While down substantially from an extremely busy 2015, building activity in the township last year was solid based on five-year averages, says Mapleton’s chief building official. “The building activity in the Township of Mapleton in 2016 remained steady in comparison to the five-year averages in numbers, fees and construction value,� stated CBO Patty Wright in a year-end report presented at the Jan. 24 council meeting. building Mapleton’s

department issued 315 permits for construction valued at about $34.4 million in 2016, generating permit fees of just over $307,000. Those numbers all fall below figures generated in 2015, when the township issued 339 permits for $58.5 million worth of construction, resulting in about $385,000 in fees. However, the report indicates that dating back to 2012, the township issued an average of 310 permits annually, for about $38 million worth of construction, generating an average of $310,602 in permit fees.

Agricultural construction accounted for over a third (35 per cent) of permits issued and over half the construction value (52%) in 2016. A total of 112 permits were issued for agricultural construction valued at a total of $17.9 million. Agricultural permit fees totalled $161,333, 52% of the total. Single family dwellings represented 7.9% of permits issued in 2016, but 25% of construction value. The township issued 25 permits for single family dwellings valued at $8.6 million, generating $58,771 in SEE BUILDING Âť 8

Firefighters save dairy barn By Caroline Sealey MAPLETON - Quick responses from two local farmers and Mapleton Fire and Rescue prevented what could have been a large loss in the farming community near Drayton. Drayton and Moorefield firefighters responded to a page at 8:23am on Feb. 3 for a structure fire at on the 4th Line of Mapleton Township. Upon arrival, firefighters took control of the scene and contained the fire.

“Electric lines in the feed manger were the cause of the fire,� said Fire Chief Rick Richardson. “The farm’s owners worked quickly to contain the fire in a large round hay bale by using a fire extinguisher and buckets of water.� Firefighters at the scene pulled the round hay bale apart with forks and doused the bale with water. Trusses above the feed manger received some fire damage, but the fire did not

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spread beyond the feed manger. “The farm owners had installed ABC fire extinguishers recommended by the Mapleton Fire Department. These extinguishers, along with the quick actions of the farm’s owners and the Mapleton firefighters saved approximately 90 head housed in the dairy barn,� Richardson said. “It’s a good news story that the Mapleton Fire Department is happy to share.�

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leukemia treatment regimen By Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - In October of 2014, Maggie and Bill Conway of Drayton received the devastating news that their two-year-old son Evan had leukemia. On Nov. 24, 2016 after 25 months of in patient and out patient treatments at McMaster Children’s Hospital in Hamilton and Grand River Hospital in Kitchener, the Conways celebrated Evan’s last day of treatment. “It was a very joyous day. Even the nurses were celebrating. The Kitchener firefighters came and joined in the celebration,� said Maggie Conway. In the second year of his cancer journey, Evan received some of his treatments at Grand River Hospital. As the hospital does not usually have a lot of children finishing their treatments in Kitchener, the staff decided to do something special for the occasion. Because of Evan’s interest in firefighters, the staff contacted the Kitchener Fire Department and planned a

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EVAN CONWAY surprise for Evan. On the day of his final treatment a large group of firefighters brought a fire truck, greeted the family and presented Evan with a gift. Evan, his brother Cody and sister Olivia were able to try on firefighter gear and the family took a ride around the block in the fire truck. The celebration continued the following weekend, with extended family joining the Conways for a celebration meal at the Crossroads Restaurant in Elmira. “It’s hard to believe that it was actually over. Evan is doing pretty well now,� Maggie said. “He catches

viruses very easily and still takes medication at home.� Evan has regularly scheduled appointments once a month at McMaster Children’s Hospital. Doctors check blood counts in order to ensure the leukemia does not return. The family has been told by specialists that there is less than a five per cent chance of the leukemia returning. Since the completion of Evan’s treatments the family has taken a much-needed trip to Florida with the Help A Child Smile (HACS) organization in Welland. Formed in 1987, HACS aims to bring joy to the lives of children with cancer. The organization began with one child with cancer wishing to go to Canada’s Wonderland soon after it opened. Family and friends created HACS after that trip. Thirty years later, HACS assists over 1,100 families whose child is receiving or has received cancer treatments at McMaster Children’s Hospital. On average, 150 children are receiving treatments at any given SEE EVAN  3

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Palmerston Public School students give sledge hockey a try By Patrick Raftis PALMERSTON – Elementary students here learned about equality and inclusion, while having some fun at the local arena last week. Palmerston Public School students were the latest to participate in a sledge hockey program initiated by the Upper Grand District School Board in 2016. The program is the brainchild of Drayton Heights Public School teacher Andy Speers, who has a child with special needs, said Palmerston Public School Principal Tracey Baker. “He just thought, ‘How can we bring more awareness of equity issues and inclusion issues into the school’ and he thought ‘what

Education on ice - Palmerston Public School students participated in the Upper Grand District School Board’s sledge hockey program last week. Students learned about equity and inclusion while enjoying some ice time at the local rink. Photos by Patrick Raftis better way than having children actually experience something’ … it puts people on an equal playing field,” said Baker.

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“There’s a lot of great discussion that happens with the students before and after they’ve gone through the experience and they have an opportunity to have some fun at the same time.” Baker said there is no cost for equipment needed for the program, thanks to the sponsorship of Elorabased Polycorp, arranged by Speers. He also provided training for teachers, including Scott Walls of Palmerston Public, who facilitates the sledge hockey program. Baker said she got a

chance to try sledge hockey for herself at a recent meeting of the school district’s principals and vice principals. ‘It was challenging’ “It was challenging,” she said. “It’s different than regular skating - you know, you fall and you get up. In this instance, you’re strapped in. When I fell I had to get colleagues to come and tip me back up … it absolutely gives you an appreciation for the skill and determination of the folks who do this.” Students in Grade 4 and up at the school each

received a two-hour on-ice session on sledge hockey at the Palmerston arena last week. Unfortunately, an appearance by Canadian

Paralympian Paul Rosen scheduled for Feb. 1 had to be cancelled after Rosen fell and suffered an injury the previous night.

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February 9 - Palmerston Blood Donor Clinic, 525 Cavan Street, 5-8pm. February 13 - Monthly meeting Drayton Mapleton Agricultural Society, 7:30pm, Drayton Agricultural Building, 49 Elm Street. Everyone welcome. Info Arlie 519-638-3323. February 14 - Monthly meeting, Drayton Legion 8pm. 15 Elm Street. New members always welcome. February 17 - Euchre, Drayton Legion, 7:30pm. 15 Elm Street. Everyone welcome. February 18 - 1st Annual Youth Public Speaking Contest, Drayton Legion, 1pm, 15 Elm Street. Registration and information Mary Miller 519-638-3324. February 25 - 25 Hole Indoor Mini Golf, Palmerston Legion, must preregister, teams of 4 preferred. $20/person, age of majority event. Info: 519-343-3919. *Rent Drayton Legion for functions Call Eliza 519-638-2950. *Seniors Lunch - 2nd Thursday of each month, 12 noon, Alma Community Centre, Alma. Music by various local entertainers. Everyone welcome.

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STAY TUNED! Celebratory ride - Maggie, Cody, Olivia, Evan and Bill Conway were greeted by members of the Kitchener Fire Department and given a ride in a fire truck after Evan’s last leukemia treatment on Nov. 24 at Grand River Hospital in Kitchener. Evan, diagnosed with leukemia in October 2014, also had treatments at McMaster Children’s Hospital in Hamilton. Submitted photos

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time at McMaster. The HACS board of directors remains dedicated to providing opportunities for these children to smile and have fun, for a couple of hours, a day or a week, officials say. HACS is not a wish organization. Because cancer affects the entire family HACS provides family events year-round during each family’s entire journey. Complimentary tickets to events throughout the year include: Disney on Ice, a fishing derby, Canada’s Wonderland, Marineland, Merrittville Speedway, African Lion Safari and a Toronto Blue Jays game. Along with these events the organization provides televisions during hospital stays, and parking passes and phone cards for newlydiagnosed families who sometimes spend a month at the hospital. Support is also provided by the Bravery Bead Program. One bead is given to the child each time they are given a needle, transfused or given chemotherapy. The beads are different shapes and colours and are specific to the test or procedure. Some treatments like Evan’s are two years in length, with treatments once or twice a week. The beads help the child tell the story of their long journey with cancer. A parking pass was used by the Conway family during their visits to McMaster

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Winter getaway - Maggie, Olivia, Evan, Cody and Bill Conway were recipients of a trip to Florida through the Help A Child Smile organization in January. Help A Child Smile arranges trips to Give Kids The World Village, along with tickets to various attractions in Florida, to families with a child who is or has received cancer treatments at McMaster Children’s Hospital. Children’s Hospital. The Conway family travelled to Florida in January 2017 with HACS. The trip included a round trip limousine ride to the Buffalo airport, rental car, seven days at Give Kids the World Village and attraction tickets to Disney World, Gatorland, Sea World and more. The limousine ride and flight on an airplane was enjoyed by the family, although Evan was not particularly fond of the airplane’s decent. “The resort was incredible and there was so much to do in the village itself. There was a heated pool, splash pad, rides, mini golf, horseback riding, daily activities and evening parties for the kids. The village is run mostly by volunteers,” Maggie said. “We made some great memories and it was a wonderful way to celebrate the

end of Evan’s treatments.” Evan offered a thumbs up on the trip experience, stating, “It was awesome.” The family is happy to be starting a new season in their lives, with Evan attending junior kindergarten at Drayton Heights Public School. Besides his interest in firefighters, Even enjoys being outdoors, camping, swimming and going to parks. “We are grateful to Help A Child Smile for putting this trip together for us. They really did an incredible job and looked after every detail. Thank you once again to our wonderful community for being on this journey with us. Thank you for standing by our side,” Maggie said. For information on Help A Child Smile or to make a donation to the organization call 905-385-4227 or email info@helpachildsmile.com.

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Equity and inclusion

There’s little doubt one of the best ways to help children learn is to make it fun. When kids are enjoying an activity related to their studies, the lessons are absorbed in stress-free, almost incidental fashion. Palmerston Public School (PPS) students were the latest to participate in a sledge hockey program initiated by the Upper Grand District School Board in 2016. The program was created by Drayton Heights Public School teacher Andy Speers, who was seeking a way to bring more awareness of equity and inclusion issues into the school. Letting students play sledge hockey would put them all on an equal playing field and allows them to learn through experience, Speers reasoned. “There’s a lot of great discussion that happens with the students before and after they’ve gone through the experience and they have an opportunity to have some fun at the same time,” noted PPS principal Tracey Baker. There is no cost for equipment needed for the program, thanks to the sponsorship of Elora-based Polycorp, arranged by Speers, a Fergus resident. He also provided training for teachers who facilitate the sledge hockey program. Drayton Heights students were the first to participate in the program, which will eventually be held eight times throughout the year with two schools from each of the four geographical districts participating each time. Among the key lessons students are picking up through the program is to not “judge a book by its cover,” according to Speers, who also led efforts to have accessible playgrounds in several Centre Wellington locations. “Just because someone might have a disability, whether it be a special need or a physical disability, doesn’t mean they can’t be a phenomenal athlete,” he said in an interview about the program last March.

Letter to the Editor Enough is enough Dear Editor: I’ve been reading about the fallout from the reduction of assessments in the gravel industry. So it looks like we are all going to pay more taxes to make up this shortfall. My one regret in all of this is that it wasn’t a group of citizens that took the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) to task and had their assessments reduced. I have been an opponent of MPAC and the way taxes are applied to assessments since day one. The warden of Wellington County, in a statement, says, “What we

have to have is a system which is fair, and clearly this is not fair.” I wonder if the warden and councillors think it’s fair what some rural residents are paying in taxes for a 2,600-square-foot house on an acre lot? I agree with the warden; we need a system that is fair - fair to all taxpayers and this system is not doing that. I am waiting for the day when residents, especially rural residents who are being gouged with high assessments and taxes, say “enough is enough” and demand a more fair system. Joe McKenna Mapleton

OPINION: OFA outlines what it believes agriculture needs in 2017 Ontario budget and efficient transportation infrastructure is essential to Ontario’s entire value chain. Rural communities have a disproportionately large stock of infrastructure compared to their local tax base. That’s why OFA strongly recommends the Ontario government work with municipalities across rural Ontario to develop and adopt a cost-effective infrastructure replacement program including roads, bridges and drainage. The province must also ensure that rural Ontario has the broadband capacity to thrive in our global economy. The provincial government needs to invest in our rural municipalities. 2. Expanding natural gas to rural Ontario – Extending affordable energy to rural Ontario will drive growth. OFA is asking the provincial government to commit to a 20-year program, investing $75 million annually to provide rural Ontario with access to natural gas through pipelines. Access to affordable energy will bring new money and jobs to rural Ontario. Our farms, businesses and neighbors will save over $1 billion

GUELPH - Each year, the Ontario Federation Agriculture advises the province how taxpayer dollars can be effectively used to grow farming and rural Ontario. OFA’s recent provincial budget submission outlines priorities for the agri-food industry and our rural economy. The provincial budget is expected to be finalized in spring 2017, so getting agriculture’s recommendations in front of budget and policy decision makers is key. Farm businesses form the backbone of our robust food system and rural communities and are poised to drive Ontario’s economy. OFA is asking the provincial government to prioritize investment in Ontario’s farm business and rural communities and have outlined four areas we want included in the 2017 provincial budget. 1. Investing in rural infrastructure – Roads, bridges, drainage, and connectivity are vital to maintain and grow our food system. From the flow of inputs and information to farmers, to the delivery of products to processors and ultimately the consumer, effective

per year in energy costs for heating and appliances with access to natural gas. It is simply the best and most effective investment the province can make in rural Ontario. 3. Balancing electricity distribution costs – The high cost of electrical energy will not be solved overnight. However, we know that rural Ontario pays a very high price for distribution on their electricity bills. To provide some short-term relief OFA is calling on the Ontario government to equalize the distribution costs for electricity across the province. Rural customers bought and paid for the Hydro One distribution assets. These assets are now being sold to pay for urban transit projects. It is only fair that rural Ontario sees some benefit from its investment. 4. Supporting farmers – The OFA fully supports the need of Ontario farmers for adequate and bankable risk

management programming. So we again join with Ontario commodity organizations in calling for Ontario to maintain its commitment to the Risk Management Program (RMP) and the SelfDirected Risk Management Program (SDRM) used by the horticulture industry. In times of volatile global markets, the RMP and SDRM programs are more critical than ever. OFA has provided sound fiscal advice to the province for many years. Our recommended investments will pay very strong dividends as the tax money will yield extraordinary economic returns on the investment. The investment in affordable natural gas for rural Ontario could provide more than a 300 percent return in the first six years in economic activity. In our view, that is sound fiscal management. Submitted by Steve Brackenridge, director, OFA

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OFA applauds provincial action on RED grants and natural gas

Column courtesy of Mapleton Historical Society Drayton landmark In 1905, Fisher, Pollock and Henry built a new 80-foot brick chimney on the company’s sawmill site. Over 40,000 bricks were used in the construction and an iron ladder on the inside of the chimney extended the

full height of the structure. A panoramic view of Drayton and district could be seen from the black iron railing surrounding the top of the chimney. Over the years the mill had many uses. Farmers brought their grain to be chopped, flour was made,

logs were sawn and an upto-date planing mill catered to the needs of the building trade. The mill was also a source for Drayton’s first electric lights and, for a brief period, a source for cider and apple butter. Other owners of the

mill included Buchman’s, Downey’s, Litt and Brown. George Fisher was a sawyer for a number of years at the site. The mill was run by Jack Morgan, Irvine Brunkard and Stan Mills with the Co-op being the last company to run the mill.

In May 199 1 the last rem aining eviden ce of the mill, th e chimney, w as removed by a large cran e. The area surr ounding the former P resbyterian Church in Drayton w as the site of the mill and chim ney.

GUELPH – Rural Ontario received a boost with the recent announcement of two programs “to grow our communities,” says the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA). A renewed Rural Economic Development (RED) program and new Natural Gas Grant Program were announced by the Ontario government at the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference. The OFA, in a Feb. 2 press release, welcomed the renewal of the RED program, which will provide $5 million in funding every year to support community economic development. The program supports local initiatives to enable rural municipalities and partners to diversify and grow their local economies. Applications for the RED program funds are already open for submission at omafra.gov.on.ca. “Investment in our rural communities is what Ontario needs right now,” said OFA president Keith Currie. “Rural Ontario has great potential for economic growth through community engagement and revitalization. The renewed RED program will support some great initiatives this year.” OFA is encouraged by the government’s recognition of

the importance of expanding natural gas to rural Ontario with the Natural Gas Grant Program. The program will provide $100 million in grants to support the building of natural gas infrastructure and enable more communities to access to a lower cost energy source. Applications for the program will be available in spring 2017. “Natural gas is the most important investment that will give rural Ontarians, including farms and businesses, the competitive edge to drive growth,” says Currie. “OFA looks forward to working with the government to develop a real program to secure natural gas access throughout rural Ontario. This will require a longer term commitment to rural investment and we’re working to make this happen.” The OFA is the largest general farm organization in Ontario, representing 36,000 farm families across the province. Based in Guelph, the farmer-led organization works to represent and champion the interests of Ontario farmers through government relations, farm policy recommendations, research, lobby efforts, community representation, media relations and other efforts.

GREGG DAVIDSON County Councillor, Ward 2 Mapleton

I voted against the recent County budget that will add $18 for every $100,000 in assessment. Questions or Comments: email greggd@wellington.ca or phone or text 226-929-7481 Stay informed, follow me on Twitter @GreggTDavidson

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By Glynis M. Belec

All you need is love Valentine’s Day is on the horizon. It’s not a Christian celebration; in fact it began as a pagan festival for the people of ancient Rome. Many believed participation in some kooky rituals, like beating one another with animal skins, would help ward off evil spirits and increase fertility. Thank goodness things have changed and instead, the celebration has long been all about romance, chocolates, cards and beautiful bouquets. It’s a day set aside by some, for love. In the New International Version (NIV) of the Bible, the word “love� appears 551 times. That would have been

a cool job – counting all the “love� words in the Bible. Well done, Miss Google. But I digress. I was thinking, though, that it’s kind of too bad we need a special day to remind us to remind our loved ones that they are special. Can you imagine what this world would be like if we took one of the most often quoted passages in the Bible – 1 Corinthians 13, and responded on a daily basis the way it instructs us to do with those we profess to love? If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. Praying is good but spending time together is active, Godly love. If I have the gift of proph-

ecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. Post-secondary education didn’t help me get closer to God but if I use my education to do my work well so I can contribute, then it wasn’t in vain. If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing. Let’s be wise in our spending. Who can we help? God, tell us who needs support this week. And let us do it quietly. Love is patient, love is kind. It’s tempting to yell at my children. But I need to remember they are your children, too. They are watching. They are learning. I profess to love

them. So I trust You and love gently. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It’s good to do well in what you do, but it’s better and so much more rewarding to go the extra mile. I know your good qualities. I know your heart and it is a beautiful place. It does not dishonor others When we are out in public I will show others how much you mean to me by pointing out your goodness. Teasing at the expense of a broken spirit is not honouring, even though some may laugh. It is not self-seeking. When I make it all about me, that’s selfish. Sharing and focusing on you builds your self-worth. It is not easily angered.

Just because I don’t get my own way doesn’t mean I can blow a fuse. Sometimes walking away is a good way to respond when I’m miffed. Talking in a civil manner without blame diffuses emotion. It keeps no record of wrongs. I could remind you of all your badness perpetrated. Replacing it with goodness is a better choice. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. When I tell the truth in love I have nothing to hide. It always protects. I will always be here for you. Always trusts. I cannot lie to you for if I do, I know I will dampen your faith. Always hopes. Without hope, we die. Always perseveres. Great

relationships don’t endure because of superficiality, but by perseverance. You can do it. Love never fails‌ God-thoughts go beyond our mere mortal minds. When God created love it wasn’t something meant to be tucked away for special occasions (like Valentine’s Day). It was meant to be used for the greater good of this ever-eroding world. And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. It’s hard to make sense of this world some days, but we plod on with faith in our Lord, hope in eternity and a love indescribable. But the greatest of these is love. Death comes. Relationships end. The world crumbles—but the love of God remains forever.

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Jowett, White acclaimed to respective GRCA posts CAMBRIDGE - Helen Jowett has been acclaimed to a second one-year term as chair of the Grand River Authority Conservation (GRCA). Chris White has also been acclaimed to a second one-year term as vice-chair. Jowett and White were acclaimed by the GRCA board of directors at the general membership meeting on

Jan. 27. Under GRCA by-laws, a member is eligible to be reelected to the role of chair or vice-chair for a maximum of five one-year terms. Both Jowett and White expressed gratitude to fellow board members and GRCA staff for their dedication and contributions to the stewardship of natural resources within the watershed.

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Pettapiece critical of lower funding total announced for natural gas projects throughout rural Ontario QUEEN’S PARK This week the provincial government rolled out a new promise to spend $100 million to build natural-gas lines for rural Ontario. But Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece says that’s much less than a previous promise by the government of $200 million in loans and $30 million in grants. The Liberal government made the original promise in April 2015 in a press release. In a Feb. 2 press release, Pettapiece stated he is concerned about the implications for rural communities currently without access to natural gas. “This is just the latest in long line of broken promises,” Pettapiece said. “In effect, it’s a $130-milliondollar cut to the future of natural gas in rural Ontario.”

The government says the new Natural Gas Grant Program will begin accepting applications in spring 2017. Pettapiece vowed to make sure that happens. “When the government makes a promise on something so crucial to rural Ontario, they need to start following through,” he said. “It comes down to credibility.” On learning of the new program, Pettapiece’s office immediately contacted the Ministry of Infrastructure for more details on eligibility and the application process. He has yet to receive that information. “Rising hydro rates have hit rural Ontario the hardest,” Pettapiece explained. “That’s why it’s so important for us to have more affordable options, including natural gas.

“Maybe the government is finally starting to realize it too. Or why would they make so many announcements?” In a Jan. 30 press release the province’s agriculture minister Jeff Leal stated, “Our government is delivering on its promise to expand natural gas to rural Ontario. This key infrastructure investment will provide more affordable energy choices for rural Ontario businesses and families as well as our agri-

food sector, helping generate economic activity, create jobs and attract new industry to Ontario.” Steve Baker, president of Union Gas, also expressed support for the program in a statement. “Union Gas has been working cooperatively with the Ontario government over the past few years to bring natural gas to northern, rural and Indigenous communities,” said Baker. “Today’s announcement

of a $100M Natural Gas Grant program will help us move forward on our commitment to bring affordable and clean energy to more communities and families.” Association of Municipalities of Ontario president Lynn Dollin said the gas grant program “will improve access, affordability and choice for people living in rural and northern Ontario. We welcome this approach, and look forward to seeing the positive impacts

this program will have across the province.” In a press release issued by the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA), president Keith Currie stated, “OFA looks forward to working with the government to develop a real program to secure natural gas access throughout rural Ontario. This will require a longer term commitment to rural investment and we’re working to make this happen.”

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Local students take part in Winter Walk Day Taking a stroll - Students and teachers from Alma Public School took a walk around the trail behind the Alma Community Centre on Feb. 1 as part of Winter Walk Day. The Upper Grand District School Board encouraged students who could safely walk to school to bundle up and walk with friends. Students who live too far to walk were encouraged to be dropped off a few blocks from school and walk the last leg. Students who take the bus were encouraged to take a walk at break time. Photos by Jaime Myslik

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Wednesday, February 15, 2017 PMD Arena Hall, 68 Main Street W, Drayton 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend the open house. Staff and Council will be on hand to answer your questions. A copy of the draft budget will be made available, without charge at the Public Open House. DATED at the Township of Mapleton This 31st day of January, 2017.

Barb Schellenberger Deputy Clerk

PUBLIC SKATE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM The Township of Mapleton has a fantastic opportunity designed to increase your community exposure and provide active affordable fun for everyone with the Public Skate Sponsorship Program. We feel the most important aspect of our program is that it allows all individuals, including those who do not participate in organized ice activities, an opportunity to come out for a free skate and enjoy the use of our facilities. Individual public skates can now be sponsored for $79.00 per hour Non-Prime or $103.32 per hour Prime excluding taxes. We will take requests for preferred dates and times for your sponsorship, on a first come basis. March Break 2017 (March 13 – 17) is quickly approaching! CALL SANDRA GOOD, ARENA MANAGER AT 519.638.3333 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

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Building activity down in 2016 » FROM PAGE 1

fees. There were 12 permits issued last year for industrial construction valued at just over $1 million, while six commercial permits resulted in construction worth $487,000. Cottage construction for new buildings, additions and renovations resulted in 16 permits for about $1.2 million in construction. Long-term trend

Agricultural construction was also the busiest sector in 2015, with $22.4 million worth of construction generating $181,216 in fees on 133 permits - almost 40% of the total

number of permits issued. Agriculture construction has represented the largest share of building activity throughout the five-year period dating back to 2012.

Correction: Vote was 10-6 The tally of a recorded vote on the 2017 County of Wellington budget was incorrectly reported in a story on page 8 of the Feb. 3 issue of the Community News.

The correct tally was 10-6. Erin Mayor Allan Alls voted in favor of, not against, the budget. The Community News regrets the error.

Vacancy Rebates are available for eligible properties within the Commercial and Industrial property tax classes. Properties with these classes must have vacant units. A rebate is provided based on the period of time the unit was vacant, subject to eligibility requirements. Application forms are available at the Municipal Office. Deadline to apply for a rebate for the 2016 taxation year is February 28, 2017. Please note that such properties are subject to inspection.

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