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In Motion - The Minto-Mapleton In Motion committee partnered with four local schools to play In Motion Bingo. The bingo cards challenge and encourage students and their families to be more active and healthy. The class with the highest participation rate at each school wins a prize that further promotes physical activity when at school. The schools that participated this year were: Maryborough Public School, Palmerston Public School, Minto-Clifford Public School and Alma Public School. ABOVE: Ms. Merrett’s winning Grade 4/5 class from Maryborough. submitted photo
Leafs trade Spaling to San Jose Sharks TORONTO - Drayton native Nick Spaling’s brief tenure as a Toronto Maple Leaf has come to an end. Spaling, who joined the Leafs through an off-season trade with the Pittsburgh Penguins in July, is headed, along with veteran defenceman Roman Polak, to the San Jose Sharks. In a deal announced Feb. 22, the rebuilding Leafs will receive second round draft picks in 2017 and 2018 and journeyman forward Raffi Torres. He hasn’t played in the NHL since serving a 41-game suspension for an illegal head check in October, and was loaned by the Leafs to the San Jose Barracuda, the Sharks’ American Hockey League affiliate. Torres’ contract expires at the end of this season.
The Sharks become the fourth NHL team for Spaling, who was originally drafted by the Nashville Predators and first cracked their line-up during the 2009-10 season. Spaling, who can play both centre and wing, had one goal and six assists in 35 games for the Leafs this season and missed about six weeks in December and January with an upper body injury. Over his career, Spaling has compiled 50 goals and 68 assists for 118 points in 440 NHL games. The Leafs, with 50 points, sit last in the Eastern Conference and are tied for last in the league with the Edmonton Oilers. The Sharks, with 67 points, are sixth in the Western Conference, holding down a playoff position with 25 games left in the regular season.
Headed to San Jose - Drayton native Nick Spaling, shown here at a hockey camp he operated with his brother, Nathan, in Drayton last summer, has been traded from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the San Jose Sharks. Community News file photo
Updated security and access system authorized for administration centre by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - Council has authorized the purchase and installation of an updated security and access control system at the municipal administration centre and new maintenance facility. “With the construction of the new municipal maintenance facility and since it will adjoin
the municipal administration office, we will be required to update the security system,” explained CAO Brad McRoberts at the Feb. 9 Mapleton council meeting. At McRoberts’ recommendation, council accepted a quotation from Mornington Communications Co-op Ltd. to provide the system for $8,800
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gency fees. Prior to voting to accept the recommendation, councillor Dennis Craven said “it always concerns me whenever the lowest tender is half what the next one is … sometimes cheapest is not always the best.” While noting it was a “fair said question,” McRoberts Continued on page 5
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by Patrick Raftis DRAYTON – Reconstruction of Wellington Road 8 through Drayton is expected to begin in May and shut down traffic on Main Street here for a portion of the summer months. The project, which includes reconstruction of the Main Street bridge, will be completed under one contract to cover works for both Mapleton Township and Wellington County. Mark Eby, construction manager for the Wellington County roads department, explained in an email that two years ago delamination of the concrete bridge deck just below the asphalt surface caused a small pot hole that required repair. The project brought attention to the condition of the bridge and it was determined rehabilitation was required as soon as it could be designed and budgeted for. The rehabilitation of the bridge will cover a new concrete overlay, patch repairs, new concrete Texas style open railing parapet wall, waterproofing and paving. A storm sewer on the north side of the road that runs under the sidewalk from the FS Partners parking lot to an outlet in the river drains the Mapleton industrial park and some of the county right of way. This storm sewer is past its useful life and requires replacement, Eby explained. There is also another storm sewer on the south side of the road that drains the rest of the county right of way and connections to Drayton streets. The plan is to completely remove the aged storm sewer and replace the storm sewer on the south side with one large enough to convey all of the water from the industrial park, county right of way and Drayton streets. “Another benefit of this work is that there will be only one outlet to the river on the south side of the bridge, so there will be no future concern of erosion at the footing of the bridge,” stated Eby. The county asked the township if it had any underground work it wanted to complete at the same time. Mapleton will be installing a new watermain on Main Street from east of the bridge, across the bridge (suspended under the bridge) and connecting to the existing watermain on Main Street west of the bridge. This will provide
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a loop for the water system on the west side of the river. Mapleton will also be completing work to improve the streets connecting to Main Street and has budgeted $600,000 for this purpose in 2016. The road will be repaved at the end of construction from Wellington Street (Wellington Road 11) to just west of Drayton Industrial Drive. “Since we know that there will be disruption, the intent is to do it all at once and get it over with instead of doing it over multiple different years in smaller parts. There should be economies of scale to complete a larger project as well,” said Eby. Tendering will occur after a community open house, planned for March 2 from 6 to 8pm at the PMD arena community hall. Eby said this will allow for incorporation into the design of anything that comes out of the open house. Tendering will take place in midMarch, with the award letter going to the county roads committee in April and then county council for final approval. The budget for the road works is $1.2 million and the bridge work is $850,000. All work will be in one contract. schedintended “The ule for work is to allow the contractor(s) to determine how they think it will be best to complete the work, but it will have to fall within our specified window,” Eby noted. He added the road and sewer works will be allowed to proceed in May and June but the contractor will have to maintain one lane of two-way traffic during the day and two lanes of two-way traffic at night. “This will allow the buses to run until the end of the school year and FS Partners to complete their spring spraying and fertilizing without have to drive around a detour,” said Eby. The work for the bridge will have to be completed with the road closed. This will occur in July and August. A detour will be posted for traffic. There will be one sidewalk maintained on the bridge as much as possible throughout the closure. “This will allow residents of Drayton living on the west side of the river to walk to the east and not have to drive around the detour to get a carton of milk, go to the park, etc.,” Eby explained.
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Floradale claims game one in Nichols Championship series
FLORADALE 4 DRAYTON 3 Both teams were eager to claim the first win of the bestof-five ‘A’ Division Nichols finals. Drayton struck midway through the first period. Good forechecking by Rob DeWeerd
turned the puck over at the Floradale blue line and gave Joe Heenan a rush at the net. Heenan cut in front of the netminder and knifed the puck over his shoulder with a backhander. Floradale tied the game with only two seconds left in
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Community came back in the second period with a power play goal. Kevin Gingrich worked the puck deep and Gerald Martin tucked the puck in from behind the net. Community went on to tie the game late in the period. Gingrich carried a loose puck down the ice. When he hit the blue line he blasted a slapshot that sent the puck under the goaltender’s pads for the tying tally. Community opened the third period with a power play goal to take the lead for the first time. John Horst fed the puck to Tony Martin who crossed the blue line and snapped a rising shot into the top corner. Listowel pulled their goaltender in the final minute of the game, but John Horst grabbed the loose puck and sent it into the open net to secure the win. The win sends Community to the B Division Stelco Finals against Missionary. Submitted by Willard Metzger
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chance to flick the puck into the top corner to send the game into sudden-death overtime. It took until the second overtime period before the game was decided. Corey Wideman picked up a loose puck and knifed a backhand through the five hole to complete the comefrom-behind victory. Jason Newton faced 24 shots on net for the victory. Kevin Ottens faced 46 shots in the Drayton goal. COMMUNITY 4 LISTOWEL 3 This single game ‘B’ Division qualifier would send one team to the division finals and the other home. Listowel scored two unanswered goals in the first period to set up an early lead. Phil Shantz skated across the crease and backhanded the puck into the far corner for the first goal. Andrew Jantzi followed with a wrist shot from a nice pass by Phil Shantz. Josh Shantz assisted the first goal.
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February 28 - Jamboree at Palmerston Legion, 1pm, Hot meal: 5pm, Information: 343-3749. March 4 - Monthly meeting Writer’s Unite, 7:30pm. Studio Factor, 24 Wood Street, Drayton. New members always welcome. Glynis 519-638-3215. March 5 - Afternoon of Darts 2pm, Drayton Legion, 15 Elm Street Beginners welcome. No experience necessary. Doug 519-698-2864. March 7 - Mapleton Historical Society meeting, 7:30 p.m., Drayton United Church. Helen Aitkin will be speaking on the history of the Farm Radio Forum. All Welcome. Come share your memories. March 7 - Challenge Euchre, 7:30pm, Palmerston Legion Upstairs Hall, $5/person. Bring partner. Light lunch provided. All Welcome. March 8 - Monthly meeting, Drayton Legion, 8 pm. 15 Elm Street. Everyone welcome. *Note change from Thursday’s to Tuesday’s* March 12 - Jam at the Drayton Legion, 2pm, 15 Elm St, bring your instruments and enjoy an afternoon of great music. All welcome. March 14 - Monthly meeting, Drayton Mapleton Agricultural Society, 7:30pm. Drayton Agricultural Building, 49 Elm Street. Everyone welcome. Natalie 519-638-5093. March 18 - Monthly Euchre, Drayton Legion, 7:30pm. 15 Elm Street. All are welcome. *Please note time change*
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Roundabout safety explained to congregate diners roundabouts were in France. Today North American drivers utilize 3,500 roundabouts, which differ by signage, lane size and number of lanes depending on community needs. Mullan asked the diners what scares hem about roundabouts? Responses included that the structures are new, people don’t see a need for them, fear of the unknown and needing time to adjust to using them. “I will attempt to alleviate your fears by explaining the proper use of roundabouts,” Mullan said. “That way you can feel more comfortable driving on them.” Mullan explained through the use of diagrams and videos that a conventional roundabout has three exits. When driving into the roundabout, exit number one is the first exit on the right hand side, number two goes straight and number three is on the left hand side after a vehicle travels around the roundabout. In Wellington County all roundabouts contain one lane only. When approaching a roundabout drivers should slow
down - posted speed limits are 20km/h - obey yield signs and remember the vehicle in the roundabout has right of way, but pedestrians have priority. Delay entry if large vehicles are using the roundabout. Large vehicles should make use of mirrors, slow down and use the track apron designed for larger vehicles. Cyclist are considered vehicles unless the rider is walking the bicycle across the crosswalk. If an emergency vehicle is following a vehicle on the roundabout, the vehicle should proceed through the roundabout and pull over to the side of the road after exiting. “When entering the structure be prepared for pedestrians not paying attention and never assume all drivers will signal their turn. When approaching the splitter island where pedestrians may be crossing, look in all directions, even behind,” Mullan said. “When a pedestrian has reached the middle of the splitter island, vehicles are allowed to proceed.” Since roundabouts became popular in 1990 in Canada and
the United States, statistics reveal there have been no fatalities involving drivers and pedestrians. In comparison with intersections there have been 39% fewer collisions, a 30% reduction in vehicle emissions and a 50% increase in traffic flow. During a question and answer period, the roundabout at the intersection of Wellington Roads 8 and 12 outside of Drayton was discussed. Mayor Neil Driscoll confirmed that the landscaping in the centre island is there to prevent drivers from seeing vehicles that are entering or exiting the roundabout. This allows for a continued flow of traffic. Mullan encouraged all attendees by saying, “Don’t avoid using roundabouts. Keep driving on them and you will find them easier to use each time you drive on them. Always respect the driver in the roundabout, be courteous and signal your intention.” For more information and videos on roundabouts go to www. wellington.ca and www. youtube.com/user/County of Wellington.
Local history columnist addresses writers’ group by Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - Longtime Community News columnist Jean Campbell was guest speaker at the February meeting of Writers Unite, Drayton. Campbell described how she compiles the Mapleton Historical Society’s Mapleton Musings column from the research stage to the finished column, featured weekly in the newspaper. Campbell learned from her 17-year experience as clerk -treasurer with the township to be factual in her writing. As secretary of the Mapleton Historical Society, Campbell seemed a natural fit when the organization decided to publish a newsletter. As she was taking the minutes of the meetings already she was given the position of establishing the society’s newsletter. “My dad wrote for the volunteer Young Adults of Zion United Church in 1933. Maybe he passed his talents on to me,” Campbell said In 2006, Marilyn Streeter began writing a column for the Community News titled Mapleton Musings. She contributed weekly to the column until 2008, when health issues prevented her from continuing. At that point, the society decided they would coordinate the writing of the column among its membership. Four members, including Campbell, wrote columns until October of 2008 when Campbell became the solo columnist. The only guideline laid out for the column was that its content had to be about happenings in the
township. “I have been writing the column since that date. Inspiration for my weekly topics come from history JEAN books and CAMPBELL newspaper clippings. A lot of people give me historical articles to read. I do read a lot, even the back of cereal boxes,” Campbell said. Local historical books, the Drayton Advocate and the Wellington County Museum and Archives census and land records are sources of infor-
mation Campbell uses in her writing. “The employees of the Wellington County Museum and Archives are very helpful and their services are free. The only expense to patrons are photocopying fees. We pay for it out of our taxes so why not use it?” Campbell commented. While doing research in the historical society’s archives, Campbell found a label or flyer inscribed with the wording, “sweet souvenir of Queen’s Bush.” After hours of researching, Campbell wrote a column about what she had found in conjunction with the label/ flyer and asked Musings col-
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by Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - With the introduction of roundabouts in Wellington County, the Seniors Centre for Excellence invited Wellington County OPP Constable Patrick Mullan to share his knowledge and experience on this style of intersection with seniors at the February congregate dinner meeting. Mullan has lived in various countries around the globe and has experienced different types of roundabouts in Australia, Greece, France and Ireland. Through a series of photos, Mullan explained the history of roundabouts beginning with traffic circles. Often confused with modern roundabouts, these circles are not roundabouts and do not function like roundabouts. With roots in 1904, the roundabout has evolved in design and functionality over the years, beginning with the addition of yield signs. In 1966 Frank Blackmore of the United Kingdom standardized the modern roundabout. By 1990 more of the driving population was exposed to roundabouts. In 2008, half of the worlds 30,000
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Lunchtime outing - A revamped lunch menu provided by caterer Donna Gingrich has brought more seniors out to enjoy a hot home-cooked meal and a variety of speakers at the Seniors Centre for Excellence’s congregate dining program, which is held the first Friday of each month at noon at the Drayton Reformed Church. For those choosing not to dine, the guest speaker begins at 12:30pm. RIGHT: Wellington County OPP Constable Patrick Mullan is introduced to diners by centre services coordinator Helen Edwards at the February meeting. Mullan shared with attendees his knowledge of roundabouts. photos by Caroline Sealey
also scored. Jason Hamilton turned aside 32 shots. Mapleton-Minto finished off the series with an 8-5 win in Shallow Lake on Feb. 13. Brock Zinken exploded for five goals to lead the 81’s attack. Tregunna had a fourpoint night on a goal and three assists while Graham recorded three assists. Mike Pleon and Nick Seiler also scored for the 81’s. Nick Horrigan stopped 31 shots in the win.
PALMERSTON – The Mapleton-Minto 81’s swept the Shallow Lake Crushers in the opening round of the WOAA Senior ‘AA’ hockey playoffs. In game three in Palmerston on Feb. 12, the 81’s beat the Crushers 6-2. Zach Graham paced the Train with a four point night on a goal and three assists. Scott Tregunna had a pair of goals, while Kurt Aitchison, Brent Cochrane and Tyson Leblanc
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Citizens must speak up Dear Editor: It appears as though relying on Mapleton council to represent its constituents’ best interests is an exercise in futility. A tax increase of 2.9% on top of ever-increasing property assessment values gets council to their near 18% increase in revenue to run our township. Ranking near the top in southwestern Ontario for tax rate, while delivering very limited services must make sense to our elected officials, but I struggle to understand it. Our elected officials are to run the municipality like a business, yet all the focus, as far as I can tell, is on the increase of revenue and not on cost control
or reduction. But I see now that we the people are to blame for our dissatisfaction with the results of the budgeting process. It’s not enough that we elect council to represent our best interest, but if we don’t speak up for each decision, we can’t trust our elected representatives to make the right decisions. I urge the mayor to remember his comments during his election campaign: “We have to figure out a way that we can have sustainable growth that we can afford,” from the Community News (Vol. 47 Issue 41, Oct. 10, 2014). Although it is too late now for this year’s budget, I call on the people of Continued on page 8
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EDITORIAL
Finally some good news! For the first time since the American presidential primaries got underway, the entry of a candidate into the race is cause for optimism. While watching television (the old-fashioned network kind) recently, we witnessed the announcement that online accommodation pitch man Captain Obvious has thrown his tacky hat into the ring (I am not making this up). Not sure what the Captain’s chances are, since the American public, Republicans in particular, have been blithely ignoring the obvious from the very beginning. Donald Trump a racist? Ted Cruz a dangerous wacko? Hasn’t seemed to hurt them in the polls. In hope this new entry will bring some much-needed candour to the election process the Community News managed to secure the first mainstream media interview with the Captain, an excerpt of which appears below. (Okay, I am now making this up.) Community News (CN): Captain, is it fair to say some of the other presidential hopefuls this time around seem a little - how can we phrase this politely - eccentric? CAPTAIN: One of Senator Cruz’s campaign videos depicts him cooking bacon with a machine gun. Mr. Trump would wall-in the continental United States. Next question. CN: How do you explain the fact Mr. Trump has been compared to Adolph Hitler and there was almost no rebuttal. CAPTAIN: Well, he has said he would ban members of a particular religious group from entering the country and even declined to rule out the idea of putting them on a registry. If he’s unaware of Second World War history, has he not at least seen X-Men? Also, they both have very odd hair styles. CN: Would you be comfortable handing the keys to the nuclear missile silos to some of these guys? CAPTAIN: I can’t look at Mr. Cruz without envisioning Martin Sheen’s character from The Dead Zone. Mr. Trump’s favorite phrase is “You’re fired!” CN: Given that the Democrats are essentially offering a choice between a recycled Hillary Clinton and a man too far left for many liberals, should we be worried about where all this ends up? CAPTAIN: Obviously. Patrick Raftis
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The Township of Mapleton has a fantastic new opportunity designed to increase your community exposure and provide active affordable fun for everyone with the Public Skate Sponsorship Program. We feel that 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 2016 (March 14 – 18) is quickly approaching!
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VACANCY REBATE 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 Township office. Deadline to apply for a rebate for the 2015 taxation year is February 29, 2016. Please note that such properties are subject to inspection. If you require additional information please contact the municipal office at 519-638-3313 Ext. 22
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The Community News, Friday, February 26, 2016 PAGE FIVE
MAPLETON MUSINGS Column courtesy of Mapleton Historical Society
Teviotdale A news clipping from the late 1950s roused my curiosity about this corner of Mapleton. A reporter from the Toronto Telegram had interviewed several longtime residents who shared their history and declared, “It’s a good place to live.” Like many such settlements the residences operated their farms, ran their businesses, attended church, helped their neighbours, and generally got on with their lives without regard for which township collected their taxes. Teviotdale is situated within three town-
ships (Mapleton, Minto and Wallace) in two counties (Perth and Wellington). One of the first settlers was Mathew Miller, a police man from County Antrim, Northern Ireland who had come to Canada seeking his fortune. He called the crossroads Antrim but most of the locals called it Miller’s Corners. Exactly when the name was changed to Teviotdale we are not sure, however that name is used in the 1871-72 County of Wellington Directory. Miller built a log building and opened a store. Since what became the
Elora Road (now Wellington Road 7) was the route settlers to the west used to travel to Elora and Guelph to sell their goods, Miller was soon operating a hotel. In the article, one of the older residents relayed a story of how the Elora Road came to have a curve to the north as it approaches Teviotdale. The story goes that the surveyors were staying at Miller’s hotel where they were treated so well that they decided to put a bend in the road to make it pass his hotel. Whether this is true or whether there was another
reason, such as a means of connecting with an existing road allowance in the next township, it is a good story. In 1871 the thriving community boasted not only the hotel, but also two general stores, a blacksmith, a wagon maker, a saddler, a butcher, two carpenters, a grist and saw mill, a school and a Wesleyan Methodist Church. Many of the buildings were destroyed by fire or razed and replaced by structures to meet the changing need. Over the years many businesses have served the chang-
Security update approved FROM PAGE ONE staff did discuss the project with the security system providers and no concerns came to mind. “It’s good to see a local company getting that project,” said Craven. “I think they are trying to say ‘We’re here for your community and we’re here to stay,’” commented Mayor Neil Driscoll.
ing needs of the community and travelling public. In the mid 20th century three service stations, a general store and a lunch counter catered to the traveling public. The blacksmith had become a machine shop. An entrepreneur built and operated a stock car race track for some years. Many local youths tuned up their engines and gave their cars gaudy paint jobs to advertise the sponsoring garage, so they could race at Teviotdale. Another fellow built Club 23, a dance hall, where many of us tripped the
OCIF funds street project
by Patrick Raftis PALMERSTON – The provincial government will contribute nearly $1.3 million toward the reconstruction of Jane and Inkerman Streets in Palmerston. Minto treasurer Gordon Duff reported at the Feb. 16 council meeting the town will Going up - Council has authorized the purchase and installation of an updated security and access control system at the municipal administration centre and new maintenance facility. The upgrade is required as the facilities will be adjoined. photo by Caroline Sealey Woodland Christian High School student Erika Rumph won first for senior essay and senior colour poster in the Drayton Legion’s Remembrance Day contest; and second for color poster at the zone level.
Community guide set for delivery
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MAPLETON Following the successful launch of the Township of Mapleton Community Guide in 2015, the municipality has compiled a 2016 guide, set to be distributed on March 4. Rural residents and businesses in Mapleton will receive the 2016 guide in their Community News newspaper. Residents with mail boxes at the Drayton Post Office will receive their guide via Canada Post. Additional copies can be ATV & Garden Tractor Pull picked up at the Mapleton Sunday June 21 , 2009 @ 1:00pm Township office, Drayton Moorefield Community Center library or the Community Registration begins at 11:30 am News office. SATURDAY, MARCH 5 Copies of the guide will also be available from 5:00pm - 9:00pm local real estate agents $5.00 per pull at the Moorefield (Only 2 Classes per Tractor/ATV) and at special events in **JOYRIDING = AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION* is $5.00/person **DAD’S are ½ Price!** Community Centre Mapleton Township. General Admission Licensed Event Ages 5 & under are free with Adult admission Booth on site* *General Pull rules apply* The guide offers *Food in/take out For more info Eat call Neil @ 519-638-3252 or LLBO McKague Trucking @ 519-392-6353 updated information on the township, municipal departments, a business New Butcher: directory and local events. The township website will contain an online Jeff Zai business directory similar HOURS: Mon, Wed, to the one in the guide. Thurs, Fri and Sat Business listings in the 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. guide and online are free of charge. New to the Look for new 2016 guide is the addition meat products. of more detailed township maps and advertising by a number of businesses not arty? Throwing a p featured in the 2015 guide. Winners of a photo Preorder your contest organized by the Deli, Cheese, Gift Baskets, township will have their Fruit and Veggie Trays entries included in the and All Occasion Cakes guide. Any business, comMon-Wed: 8-8pm Thu-Fri: 8-9pm Sat: 8-6pm Sun: 11-5pm munity organization or event not listed in the 2016 guide should contact the Mapleton Township offices at 7275 Sideroad 16, Drayton or call 519-6383313 to be included in the 519.638.2041 www.draytonfoodmarket.ca 2017 guide.
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PAGE SIX The Community News, Friday, February 26, 2016
Mark Laird, DM Drayton United Church
The most wonderful time of the year It is one of my favourite weeks of the year. The last week of February. You might think it is a strange time to be excited about as there are no big holidays. It is sometimes the coldest time of the year. The most bleak and dreary. That can be true, but for myself, it is also the official start of spring. You see, last
Sunday pitchers and catchers reported to spring training. Baseball is starting up again! Baseball is a large part of my life and has been since I was five. I love to watch live, or on TV, listen to it on the radio and, of course, play. You might be asking what this has to do in a theological column, but, I figured last time I wrote about pie and AC/DC, so this isn’t that far off. Playing baseball for me is a spiritual practice. It rejuvenates, relaxes, restores and energizes me. A baseball field
is one of the places where I feel closest to God. Let me explain. When I am on the field, I feel at home. I feel at peace with myself and with the world. I know what my skills/talents are and I know what I can and can’t do. I feel at one with the ball, the grass and my teammates. I feel at one with myself. It is the closest I can come to realizing my true authentic self and just react instead of think everything through. I can trust my instincts, trust my capabilities and just be. For me, that is a large part
of who and what God is. I believe that God is a part of all of creation and everything we do. Therefore, God is a part of each one of us. Sometimes we don’t or can’t realize it because of how busy we are and how cluttered our minds can get with all of the ‘work’ that has to be done. A spiritual practice for me is anything that can break through that noise and bring me back to a sense of who I am at the core of my centre. Then, I realize that God is there too. For me nothing breaks through that noise of
society better than a bat, a ball and a glove. For you it might be something different. Some people find gardening, hiking, reading, praying or if you can believe it, going to church to be a place where they can find that self-realization. For some it may even be walking their dog or doing the dishes. There can be something very spiritual and cleansing about washing the dirt and grease away from a plate, if you look for it. You don’t have to read the bible, meditate or pray to find
God. Sure, you can find God in those places, but there are so many other ways of noticing the Divine in the world and in yourself. All that is needed is space and time to clear away the clutter and busyness that gets in our way to allow us to notice the song of life that is playing in each one of us. God is not defined or confined to one building or one day of the week. God is out there waiting to be discovered in the mundane, in the everyday and in the play. Speaking of play, let’s play ball!
Township history column began in 2006 FROM PAGE THREE stories,” Campbell explained. Campbell takes items from people and checks their sources, sometimes using her own knowledge and she has been known to use the minutes of past council meetings to confirm authenticity of stories. She takes family stories at face value. Campbell stated that newspapers are truthful and contain
facts and are great resources, but she has found errors in some history books. “I didn’t set out to be a writer,” Campbell said. “The Musings column takes about six hours from start to finish. I do put it away for a couple of days and sleep on it. Most of my writing is done in the morning and I enjoy the historical aspect of the column, which keeps me learning every day.”
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Seeking perspective - Students enrolled in the photography elective at Drayton Heights Public School photographed images at Alva Cherrey’s Garage in Drayton on Feb. 11. From left: front, Sydney Detweiler, Morgan Maher; centre, Isabella Maher, Dahl Atin; back, instructor Jeff Maher. The students are learning camera mechanics; loading, unloading and developing film; and portrait and antique photography. photo by Caroline Sealey
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County historical society seeks writing contest entries WELLINGTON COUNTY – “How I came to live in Wellington County” is the topic for the county historical society’s 2016 writing contest. The Wellington County Historical Society is inviting submissions to the contest, which is open to writers of all ages. “Did your heritage family ‘come over on the boat’ in the 16, 17, or 1800s? Were they some of the original pioneers who carved out a life in Wellington County? Was your
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family part of the Dutch immigration after the Second World War? Is your background of the Mennonite faith - or any other religion that makes Wellington County a unique mix of traditions? Did you relocate to Wellington in modern times when you or a parent changed or transferred with a job or profession? Tell us your story,” the society urges. The competition is open to all ages but writers should specify youth or adult. Stories should be 500 to 2,000 words. Typed, double spaced submissions are preferred, but handwritten entries are acceptable. Writers should include name, address, email address, and telephone number on a separate sheet. Winners will be announced at the society’s annual general meeting on June 6, at which time awards will be presented in both youth and adult categories. The society notes all entries become the property of the Wellington County Historical Society and will be stored at the Wellington County Archives for all to enjoy. For information call 519546-3450. Deadline for receipt of entries is April 15. Entries should be mailed to: 2016 Writing Contest, Wellington County Historical Society, P.O. Box 5, Fergus ON, N1M 2W7, or email to: willawick@ wightman.ca.
The Community News, Friday, February 26, 2016 PAGE SEVEN
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Grade 9 hockey, arts programs a hit at Norwell; to be offered in Grade 11 next fall PALMERSTON - Norwell District Secondary School has offered two new programs that began in the first semester. The Hockey Skills program and the Arts Performance Project (APP) program were offered to Grade 9 students who applied with only 25 accepted into each program. Each program was a twocredit value. Hockey Skills gives students one geography and physical education credit and the APP program offers students credits in drama and English. The hockey program taught students how to improve on their hockey skills. The program was held at the Palmerston arena. The APP program taught student the dramatic arts and how to be a good performer. It also taught students how much work goes into a performance and about lighting and backstage elements. They had the opportunity to work in the Drayton Festival Theatre two or three times a week.
Arts and hockey at Norwell - Grade 9 students in the new Arts Performance Project at Norwell District Secondary School used the Drayton Festival Theatre as a classroom for much of the semester, while Hockey Skills program hit the ice at the Palmerston arena. The school has announced it will be providing both programs at the Grade 11 level next fall. submitted photos Hockey program participants Dallas Frey and Tate Driscoll said the program was a positive experience. “It enhanced our basic hockey skills that we thought we already knew. It was great to be in a different environment than just the typical classroom to start high school,” said
Driscoll. “It’s something I recommend to any girl that loves hockey and wants to improve their skills. This semester there were only three girls but I think anyone can do it who is willing.” Frey said, “It’s something I will never regret taking and it helped me in my first year of
high school. You don’t need much skill because we start at the beginning but you need to have commitment to practice and then you will see improvement. I would say I sucked at the sport when I joined but now I’m capable of being on a competitive team.” Asked about the APP pro-
gram Kendra Burnett said, “Going into high school I didn’t really know what to expect. I’m not a super confident student, so joining the APP program was something out of my comfort zone. But doing it taught me how to be confident on and off stage. It showed me how much work goes into
a production and made me appreciate the arts more. The skills I learned in this program can now be applied to everything I do.” Burnett added, “Each person has a story and you need to walk in their shoes for a mile before you can truly understand, or in this case act the role of many amazing characters. I fully recommend this to anyone. You don’t need experience you just need the willingness to try and be okay with getting out of your comfort zone.” After plenty of positive feedback from students, teachers and families the school announced it will offer a Grade 11 APP and Hockey Skills program in September of 2016. “Thank you to all who let their children be apart of this experience and we hope to see more students benefit from all of the new programs and classes Norwell DSS has to offer,” school officials state. Submitted by Breanna Frey
World Renew, county officials provide information on refugee sponsorship by Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - An information session on refugee sponsorship here on Feb. 6 attracted interest from Kincardine, Harriston, Kitchener and Rockwood, as well as Mapleton Township. The meeting was hosted by the Drayton Christian Reformed Church, which is in the process of sponsoring a Syrian refugee family and is encouraging other churches, organizations and individuals to consider sponsorship. The church partnered with World Renew in hopes of fulfilling its commitment of having a Syrian family settle in Drayton. World Renew is a faith-based organization that focuses on “living justice, loving mercy and serving Christ.” Extending a welcome to refugees follows the theme in Matthew 25:35 - “I was a stranger and you invited me in.” “A refugee is someone who has suffered or fears persecution in their home country because of race, religion, nationality, membership in a group, political opinion and flees to another country to seek protection,” said Rebecca Walker, a refugee resettlement worker with World Renew. “Currently there are 59 million displaced people worldwide, four million being Syrian. This is the first time since World War Two that the
number of displaced people has exceeded 50 million people. “ Host countries for refugees include Turkey, Lebanon and Pakistan, each accommodating one million people. The majority of refugees come from Columbia, Afghanistan, Ethiopia, Syria, Iraq and the Congo. “Pamela deWilde and myself are contacts for Syrian refugee settlement at World Renew,” Walker said. “First things to consider in sponsorship are establishment of a committee, budgeting and fundraising. We can guide you through the paper work, but you are responsible for greeting and picking up your refugees at the airport and providing settlement support.” Walker explained goals to set for settlement include self sufficiency, English as a Second Language course completion, job readiness, school and employment. Doctor, dentist and mental health professionals play important roles in settling refugees in a new country. The sponsor is responsible to the refugee’s financial needs for one year. Social assistance is available after one year. Cultural integration and learning Canadian rights and responsibilities are also part of the settlement process. “Integration can take a long time,” Walker said. “Be prepared to provide emotional and
Sponsorship resources - Bette-Ann Bruulsema (left) Refugee sponsor , Rebecca Walker Settlement Services, World Renew ,shared their experiences with Refugee settlement at an information meeting hosted by the Drayton Christian Reformed Church in February. The church has organized a committee and is hoping to settle a family in Drayton in the near future. The information meeting focused on providing resources for churches, organizations and individuals interested in sponsorship. photo by Caroline Sealey moral support. Also, anything from enrolling children into school to applying for a Social Insurance Number will need to be addressed by the sponsor.” Walker suggested Outreach Committees be set up that include shopping, finance, social, transportation, housing, education and medical. Groups must respect the refugees’ culture and religion. A balance of power is necessary as refugees find it difficult to say no, she noted. They need to understand they do not
have to join a church or stay beyond a one-year period. Walkerton advised potential sponsors to maintain confidentiality and “safe church” policies, principles and practices for new comers and do things with the newcomers rather than for them. Sponsors should also participate in decision making, identify goals and help the newcomers expand their social networks. She also recommended praying for new comers, the church, committees, humility, honesty, compassion
Paris climate conference attendee addresses MVCA meeting FROM PAGE TWO high profile speakers at the conference last November and December stressed, “it will be up to local politicians to get things done. “The onus, and it was said several times at the Paris conference, is on us … it will
start with local councils and mayors. That’s what’s going to drive climate change.” Twolan said the conference sent a clear message that alternative energy sources must become primary sources. “The message that was delivered over and over and
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over was more wind turbines and more solar, more renewables.” As someone who comes from a “nuclear community,” Twolan was surprised to find “nuclear was not mentioned once.” And yet, he said,
“Obviously nuclear power has to be part of the solution.” But even so, Twolan believes a zero emissions world is a daunting target/ “We need to build 51 nuclear power stations a year until 2150 to get to zero emissions – that’s how bad it is.”
and dignity. Times of adjustment are difficult, where nothing is familiar, she pointed out. Annual settlement costs for one person are $12,600. A family of six requires $32,500 with $2,500 for each additional person. Bette-Ann Bruulsema, representing a group of families in the Guelph area who sponsor refugees, gave a first-hand view of the sponsorship process. “My parents sponsored refugees when I was a child and I have continued to do that. Developing long-term relationships with the refugee families is a reward. Each family has become part of my heart and life, expanding my capacity for grace,” Bruulsema stated. She added the refugees are looking for peace and stability. Major challenges they face include housing and realistic budgets, while those who are educated may find their qualifications are not recognized in their new country. Respect, privacy and confidentiality are key, she noted. “Realize that these people have broken dreams and need time to heal and build trust. A realization that the sponsor is in this to serve, refugees are ready to receive, so sponsors, be ready to receive from them. Finally, hold responsibility tightly,” Bruulsema advised. Colleen Brunelle and Joanne Laing of Wellington
County Settlement Services explained the county was first to put settlement services under its social services department. Guidelines are set for sponsorship groups in housing, childcare and the Ontario works programs. An office was established in Fergus in 2012. Refugees are like any other Wellington County resident requiring these services. Affordable housing has a waiting list of anywhere from six months to five years depending on the area. There is also a lengthy waiting period for child care. “The first priority of the county is English as a Second Language for refugees. A language assessment is completed and enrollment in courses happens quickly. Employment follows after the course is completed. Our department can help with applications for Child Tax Benefits, Social Insurance Numbers, income tax and many other services. With the office in Fergus it is easier for sponsors and refugees to access the services we offer.” Brunelle said. For more information on settlement services through World Renew contact rwalker@worldrenew.net, pdewilde@worldrenew.net or 905336-2920. For County of Wellington Social Services email colleenb@wellington.ca or call 1-800-265-7294.
Council should control costs FROM PAGE FOUR Mapleton to email your mayor your opinions on the results, remembering that we can expect 5% increases for the next 10 years, as reported on Jan. 8, 2016: “An asset management plan prepared in 2014 projected the township should plan for a 5.8% levy increase
every year for the next 10 years and 3.4% per year after that to generate enough funds to eliminate the municipality’s ‘infrastructure deficit.’” Readers are also welcome to contact me at mminogue22@ yahoo.ca. Mike Minogue Drayton
Wellington Road 8 (Main Street) Reconstruction and Main Street Bridge Rehabilitation, Drayton, Township of Mapleton - County of Wellington Contract CW2016-014 The County of Wellington and Township of Mapleton invite you to an Open House to review plans, schedule, access, closures and general work of the Wellington Road 8 (Main Street) Reconstruction and Main Street Bridge Rehabilitation project. The Open House will be held on Wednesday, March 2 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the PMD Arena Community Hall in Drayton. The work includes the reconstruction of Main Street from Wellington Road 11 (Wellington Street) to the PMD Arena. Storm and sanitary sewers, watermain, curb, sidewalk and asphalt road are all included as part of the reconstruction. The Main Street Bridge will also be rehabilitated at the same time. The tentative schedule for the completion of all work is from this spring to the end of summer. The project is in partnership with the Township of Mapleton. Mark Eby, P.Eng. Construction Manager Engineering Services Roads Division County of Wellington T 519.837.2601