Drayton Community News March 10, 2017 by WHA Publications Ltd.

SERVING THE MAPLETON COMMUNITY

THE

COMMUNITY NEWS VOLUME 50 ISSUE 10

DRAYTON, ONTARIO

1 Year GIC - 2.06% 3 Year GIC - 2.15% 5 Year GIC - 2.25% Daily Interest 0.90%

638-3328

FRIDAY, MARCH 10, 2017

www.jackfinancial.ca

Conestogo Dam updates included in GRCA budget

Record setter - Colleen and Roland Mechler of Goldstone travelled to Birmingham, Alabama on the weekend of Feb. 25 to 26 to watch their son Nathaniel compete in his first indoor NCAA Division 1 Conference Championship. Nathaniel won the heptathlon and set a conference record as a freshman. Nathanielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team was also conference champions. LEFT: Nathaniel in action. RIGHT: Nathaniel and his coach Kyle Tellez, whose father Tom Tellez coached legendary American sprinter Carl Lewis. Submitted photos

Mapleton youth sets NCAA conference record at indoor meet By Patrick Raftis ALABAMA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mapleton native Nathaniel Mechler set a record in the heptathlon en route to winning a championship in his first indoor NCAA Division 1 Conference Championship on Feb. 25 and 26. Nathanielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents, Colleen and Roland Mechler of Goldstone, travelled to Birmingham, Alabama to watch their son compete with the menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team from the University of Houston, which also won the conference championship. Roland Mechler told the Community News in an email he and Colleen are â&#x20AC;&#x153;very pleasedâ&#x20AC;? with their sonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s auspicious start to his college athletic and academic career at Houston, where he began studying kinesiology on a track and field scholarship last fall. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most importantly ... he is enjoying school and doing extremely well, and he really loves his coach. As parents you are just happy and relieved when you know your kids are doing well (especially when they are a couple thousand miles away),â&#x20AC;? stated Roland. He added Nathaniel has impressed his coaches by setting a record in his freshman year. In an email Nathaniel stated, â&#x20AC;&#x153;School has been going

well and the busy schedule has been manageable. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For track I have been able to adapt to the training well and I am excited to see how I do this outdoor season.â&#x20AC;? He continued, â&#x20AC;&#x153;For me the indoor season was just a good way to see how training is going then I can make the necessary changes outdoors and hopefully break the 8,000point total in the decathlon for the first time this year.â&#x20AC;? Nathaniel feels the biggest difference about competing at the NCAA Division 1 level is the depth of the system. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In Canada we have a handful of athletes who are world class in each event, but in the NCAA there are over 20 world class athletes in each event,â&#x20AC;? he said. Technical changes are among the key elements to Nathanielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new training and competition regimen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Over the last couple years of competing in the multi-events I have picked up some bad habits in specific events, so my new coach Kyle Tellez has been working a lot with me to unlearn my bad habits and implement the new technique,â&#x20AC;? he explained. The new techniques are already paying dividends, said Nathaniel. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It usually takes a while to learn a new technique and often it can take over a year

NOW SHOWING

LEGO BATMAN MOVIE

Friday 8pm, Saturday Â˝ price matinee 11am, Saturday 8pm and Sunday 7pm RATED PG & 104 MINUTES

MAIN ST. W. PALMERSTON 519.343.3640 www.norgantheatre.com

to see the success after changing technique, but fortunately in most of my events I have already made improvements. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The second biggest help has been training in one location. Unfortunately in Canada there are very few places with good facilities, good weather and coaching for all the decathlon events, and at Houston I have all three in one place, so that has also helped me significantly.â&#x20AC;? Nathanielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next competition will be the Texas Relays, where he will compete in the decathlon on March 29 and 30. His goal there is to score high enough to qualify for the NCAA championships in June in Eugene, Oregon. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beyond that one of my goals is to also score 8,000 points, which is a rule of thumb that represents a world class senior decathlete,â&#x20AC;? he stated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If I were to accomplish this, I would be one of only a very few freshman to have ever achieved this score.â&#x20AC;? Nathaniel first became interested in track and field as a student at Drayton Heights Public School and continued to compete while attending Elmira District Secondary School. In 2015 he won a bronze medal at the Pan American Junior Championships in Edmonton.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;

The CAMBRIDGE Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) will spend about $31 million this year on programs that protect water quality, reduce flood damages, protect natural areas, support responsible development and provide outdoor recreation and environmental education. The budget was approved by the GRCA board on Feb. 24. The board is made up of 26 members appointed by the municipalities in the Grand River watershed. Municipalities will contribute $11 million in general municipal levy to the GRCA this year, about 36 per cent of the total budget. The municipal levy portion is up about 2.5% this year. That works out to about $10.60 per resident. Government grants totalling about $4 million represents about 13% of the budget. This includes $800,000 from municipalities towards the Rural Water Quality program. The remainder is primarily provincial grants, including over $800,000 for the Source Protection Program. The GRCA also receives approximately $300,000 in funding from the federal government. Approximately

Emerald Ash Borer on GRCA lands. About $400,000 will be spent this year responding to damage caused by the invasive insect. Most of the money will go to remove hazardous trees in the areas where the infestation is the highest; About $800,000 is expected to be available to farmers to help them undertake projects to protect water quality on their land including tree planting, erection of fences along water courses, construction of manure storage tanks and other projects. The money for the Rural Water Quality Program comes from municipalities within the Grand River watershed, while the GRCA manages the program. The GRCA operates 11 active parks in the Grand River watershed, offering a wide array of activities including camping, fishing, swimming, hiking and skiing. These parks are usersupported through gate admission, equipment rental fees, and camping revenues. Following two very successful operating seasons, the parks will focus on infrastructure reinvestment in 2017. This reinvestment will SEE GRCA Âť 3

Bowling for Kids Sake - The Arthur/Alma communities had 135 bowlers support the Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Wellingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bowl for Kids Sake fundraiser at the Mount Forest Bowling Centre on March 5. Alma Optimists, from left: Rob Avery, Linda Avery, Shelly Skerritt and Les Skerritt, were among those bowling and were dressed in red and white to go along with this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s theme, Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 150th birthday. They were awarded Canada pins for being the best dressed team. Photo by Lynne Turner

WEEKLY WAG

â&#x20AC;&#x153;In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act.â&#x20AC;? - George Orwell

$220,000 of this funding this year is in support of Canada 150 projects. The GRCA generates about $14.6 million, or about 47%, of its own revenue through revenue sources such as camping fees, park admissions, nature centre programs, hydro sales, property rentals, tree sales, planning permits, and donations raised by the Grand River Conservation Foundation (GRCF). The GRCA will continue to work on the development and implementation of a Drinking Water Source Protection Plan for each of the four watersheds in the Lake Erie Source Protection Region, including the Grand River watershed under the Clean Water Act, 2006. All four source protection plans are now approved. supporting Beyond municipalities and other agencies in implementing the plans, the focus will be to undertake water quantity risk assessment studies, development of water quantity policies, updating water quality vulnerability assessments, and the development of an annual progress reporting framework. The GRCA will continue to address the impacts of

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;

'5$<7216725$*( FRP ,QGLYLGXDO 6WRUDJH 8QLWV Individual Storage Units [ [ [ [ 5x10 10x10 10x15 10x20 6HDVRQDO ERDWV FDUV 59V ODZQ WUDFWRUV Seasonal VXPPHU ZLQWHU WLUH VWRUDJH boats, cars, RVs, lawn tractors, summer/winter tire storage

2 | THE COMMUNITY NEWS | MARCH 10, 2017

Bethel wins Stelco Trophy, A final continues

Empowerment Day donation Kinsmen help out - The Drayton Kinsmen Club donated $1,600 to Drayton Heights Student Council to help with the upcoming Empowerment Day set for May 4 at the Sleeman Centre in Guelph. Accepting the cheque from Kinsmen president Brad Anstead, left, and club member Gary Van Ankum are from left: Jess Huberts, Natasha Huberts and Emma Gillespie. Submitted photo

TRADES & SERVICES

DRAYTON 2 FLORADALE 0 With Floradale leading the best-of-five finals 2-0, Drayton was in a must win situation. Drayton scored the opening goal early in the second period. A shot on net by Aaron Keunen left a rebound for Darren Mohle to snap behind the goaltender. Assisted also by Eric Decker. Although both teams fought hard for the next goal the single goal lead held until the final minute of play. Floradale pulled their goaltender for the extra skater and Mark Scholten shot a loose puck into the empty net to finish the game. The win keeps the ‘A’ Division Finals alive with Floradale leading the series 2-1. SEE BETHEL » 7

Stelco Trophy - The Bethel squad are the NDCHL ‘B’ Division Stelco Trophy champions for the 2016/17 season. From left: front, Ben Wideman, Derek Wideman, Laverne Holland, Justin Yutzi and Ray Martin; back, Eric Schuurmans, Mark Paisley, Jim Wideman, Ian Bott, Tom Bearinger, Brandon Wideman, Nathan Holland and Tom Schuurmans. Submitted photo

ATTENTION LIVESTOCK FARMERS!

WINDROW COMPOSTING New service for 2017!

Do you have a lot of pack manure? STOCKPILE INTO A WINDROW NOW. We will turn it into rich, black, valuable compost for as little as $5.00/yd³. GENERAL CONTRACTOR RESIDENTIAL DAVID MARTIN P 519-638-5462 8012 8th Line C 519-895-6234 RR#2 F 519-638-3833 Drayton, ON N0G 1P0 Check out our website: www.stirtonconstruction.ca

COMMERCIAL AGRICULTURAL NEW BUILDINGS RENOVATIONS

Benefits include: stabilized nitrogen release, soil building qualities, source of carbon, 55% reduction in volume to load, transfer and spread. Resulting in: less soil compaction, less fuel consumption and less wear and tear on equipment. Suitable materials include: any pack manure (dairy, heifer, sheep, goat, veal and poultry) - Windrow up to 7’ high x 14’ wide - Option to sell your finished compost to us for $$$ - LIMITED SPACE - BOOK NOW!

Maynard 519-503-6980 / mayrose@mwpol.ca

Decision Drivers of Canada SEE THINGS YOU DON’T SEE.

UPCOMING DRIVING COURSES:

March Break: March 13-16 (Mon-Thu), 9am-2:30pm Saturdays: April 22, 29, May 6 and 13, 9am-2:30pm Only Area Driving School that offers 11 Hrs of in-car instruction!

ASK ABOUT OUR FREE ROAD TEST PACKAGE. Driving Simulator offered in Drayton MTO Approved Beginner Driver Education Course Provider

10 WELLINGTON ST. NORTH UNIT 1, DRAYTON

519-638-9990

www.decisiondrivers.ca

Mapleton-Minto 81’s vs Petrolia, 8:30pm

Consider US First!

SATURDAY, MARCH 11

BROKERS FOR ALL LINES OF INSURANCE April Moore

9 Wellington St. S., Drayton, Ontario, N0G 1P0

Gary Hawkins

Ladies Shinny Hockey, 8:00am-9:00am Public Skating, 7:00pm

www.secureinsurance.ca Licensed brokers for

OVER 500 VEHICLES TO CHOOSE FROM

Mite Black vs Mt. Forest, 8:45am Mite Orange vs Mt. Forest, 8:45am Figure Skate Carnival Show #1, 2:00pm Figure Skate Carnival Show #2, 6:00pm SUNDAY, MARCH 12

(519) 638-3091

519-836-2410 or 1-855-836-2410

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15 John Hagarty

3 Hilwood Drive Moorefield ON N0G 2K0 519-638-3039

wellingtonadvertiser.com

FRIDAY, MARCH 10

WILSON’S APPROVALS

195 Main Street, Palmerston ON N0G 2P0 519-343-2420

ANYTIME

UNDER DIGITAL PUBLICATIONS TAB @

WHAT’S HAPPENING @ THE ARENA

CREDIT PROBLEMS? NEED A CAR? Contact Stu at...

Read us online

Garett Hawkins

Public Skating, 11:00am-12:20pm

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

THURSDAY, MARCH 16

March 11 - Jam at the Drayton Legion, 2pm, 15 Elm St. Bring an instrument & join in the fun. This is a licensed event. March 13 - Monthly meeting, Drayton Mapleton Agricultural Society, 7:30pm. Drayton Agricultural Building, 49 Elm Street. Everyone welcome. Info: Arlie 519-638-3323. March 14 - Monthly meeting, Drayton Legion, 8pm. 15 Elm Street. New members always welcome. March 15 - Swim program sponsored by the Alma Optimists. Bus leaves Alma Presbyterian Church at 1:30pm and returns at 4:15pm. Swim at Fergus pool $1/person. Kids 8 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Info: Jim 519-846-5124. March 15 - Euchre Party sponsored by the Alma Women’s Institute, 7:30pm. Alma Community Centre prizes and lunch, $3/person. Everyone welcome. March 16 - The Magic of Andrew Woo, 2pm. Moorefield Community Centre. Admission: donation to Kidney Cancer Canada in honour of Jakob Klaassen. Information 226-7913865. Event presented by Drayton Kinettes. March 17 - Euchre, Drayton Legion, 7:30pm. 15 Elm Street. Everyone welcome. No experience necessary.

Public Skating sponsored by Edge Mutual, 6:30pm -7:50pm FRIDAY, MARCH 17 Ladies Shinny Hockey, 10:00am-11:30am Public Skating, 11:30am-1:00pm

SEMI FINALS

Mapleton Minto 81’s vs. Petrolia Friday, March 10, 8:30pm in Drayton Saturday, March 11, 7:00pm in Petrolia Sunday, March 12, 6:00pm in Palmerston For more info: www.mapleton-minto81s.ca or www.woaasrhockey.com

MARCH 10, 2017 | THE COMMUNITY NEWS | 3

Local youth wins first Thrift Challenge

Township of Mapleton

Community Information Page

7275 Sideroad 16, P.O. Box 160, Drayton, ON N0G 1P0 Phone: 519-638-3313, Fax: 519-638-5113,

Recycled project - The Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) Thrift and Gift Store in Elmira held its first Thrift Challenge in February. Participants were given a free box of craft items and were asked to transform them into a creation of their choice. Rules of the challenge included a requirement to use 75% of the box’ contents and a base no more than 24 inches across. Originally 25 boxes were available but the number increased to 35 as a result of public demand. The public was allowed to vote for their favourite entry by donation, with all proceeds going to the MCC‘s programs around the world. Conner Woodham of Moorefield won the Youth Thrift Challenge for his entry “MCC Thrift a Bot” and received a gift card for his efforts. Entries will be on display at the store on Church Street in Elmira until March 11. Submitted photo

Toll Free: 1-800-385-7248 www.mapleton.ca

PUBLIC SKATE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM

MARCH BREAK COME OUT AND ENJOY FREE PUBLIC SKATING Thursday, March 16, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. to 7:50 p.m. Sponsored by Edge Mutual Insurance Company

Pettapiece pans Liberal hydro move QUEEN’S PARK - Opposition Conservatives are calling Premier Kathleen Wynne’s promise to cut soaring hydro rates by 17 per cent “a desperate shell game.” “Of course hydro rates need to come down,” said Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece in a March 6 press release. However he said the Liberals’ latest announcement “doesn’t get to the root of the problem, which is years of failed Liberal energy policies and the terrible contracts they continue to sign.” Pettapiece said Wynne compared her plan to “refinancing the mortgage and setting a new term that stretches over a longer period.” However, he stated, it comes at a cost of roughly $25

billion in interest costs over 30 years. “No one should be fooled,” Pettapiece said. “Over the long term, this will cost us more - much more. Our grandchildren and greatgrandchildren will be paying for this government’s mistakes.” Pettapiece also slammed the government over what he calls yet another mistake. The MPP stated reports indicate the government last week planned to sign more new green energy contracts. “This is more high-cost power we do not need and cannot afford,” Pettapiece said. “It’s as if the Liberals have learned nothing. People need to ask why this government would continue signing

such bad contracts.” Opposition Leader Patrick Brown stated many of the contracts signed to date were handed out to Liberal donors; 30 of the companies donated $1.3 million to the governing party. The government “should admit its Green Energy Act has been a failure and repeal it,” Pettapiece stated. “That would start to solve the problem. Pushing the costs onto future generations is not right.” In 2015, Ontario’s auditor general concluded ratepayers overpaid $37 billion for hydro from 2006 to 2014. The report also showed ratepayers will spend an extra $133 billion by 2032 because of global adjustment fees on hydro bills.

GRCA to spend $31 million » FROM PAGE 1

primarily focus on projects that will enhance the visitor experience, including improved washroom facilities, playgrounds, pavilions and access control gates at park entrances. Budget items related to water control structures include: - Shand, Laurel and Guelph dams: about $100,000 will be spent on backup generators and fuel system upgrades to meet current code requirements. Guelph Dam will also include design and fabrication of a bulkhead to isolate discharge valve for repair work; - Conestogo Dam: detailed design of the gate electrical gain heater and control system as well as an update of the emergency preparedness plan. The cost is estimated at $85,000; - Laurel Dam: about $60,000 will be spent completing the final phase of the dam safety study and gate operating system refurbishments; - Woolwich Dam: about $425,000 will be spent to refurbish the gates, replace gate control equipment, finalize hazard potential classification and develop an emergency preparedness plan;

- Caledonia Dam: about $40,000 will be spent to install new stop log gains and a new set of stop logs; - Dunnville dam: the dam fish ladder will be redesigned at an approximate cost of $25,000; - Wellesley Dam: about $55,000 will be spent to complete the design and tender documents for future concrete repairs and to refurbish the gate; - Wellington Street Dam: about $30,000 will be spent

to complete the design of a rehabilitation plan for the superstructure; - Brantford Dyke: approximately $45,000 will be spent to initiate toe repairs of the concrete slab and to redesign the dyke through the abandoned railway line which requires manual placement of stop logs to complete the dyke; and - Cambridge Dyke: repairs of two sections of the river wall will be completed at an approximate cost of $330,000.

Blooming Dale’s

BridalShowcase THURSDAY, MARCH 16TH 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Are you getting married? Come to our low pressure evening where you can see some new trends, chat with our experienced designers, share some snacks, and get your questions answered!

28 MAIN STREET E., DRAYTON

MYAC (Mapleton Youth Action Council) SEEKING YOUTH 13 TO 24 YEARS OLD to come out and support fun community events like “MAPLETON CHALKFEST” Canada Day 150 – meeting every second Tuesday 6pm till 7.30 pm at à la Mode Café, Drayton! Follow us soon on Instagram!

Notice to Ratepayers THE FIRST INSTALLMENT OF THE 2017 INTERIM TAXES FOR ALL PROPERTY CLASSES ARE DUE

March 28, 2017 Taxes may be paid at the following locations:

• Township of Mapleton Municipal Office, 7275 Sideroad 16 by cash, cheque or debit/interac • at most Financial Institutions or • by Telebanking/On-line banking with most financial institutions. There is a mail slot available at the office for payments being made after hours. Postdated cheques for the due date are accepted.Taxes may also be paid by mail addressed to the Township of Mapleton, P.O. Box 160, Drayton, ON N0G 1P0

2017

Donations to the food bank are appreciated.

GREEN LEGACY

TREE DAY IN MAPLETON

The Township of Mapleton will again be offering a “Tree Day” where tree seedlings will be made available, free of charge, to residents of the Township of Mapleton. Property owners can pre-order up to a maximum of 50 tree seedlings (subject to availability) in bundles of 10. Pre-order tree seedlings by contacting the Township of Mapleton Municipal Office at 519.638.3313.

SPECIES AVAILABLE Cedar, White

Spruce, Norway

Pine, Red

Pine, White

Larch, European

Spruce, White

Pick-up your tree seedlings on Saturday, April 22, 2017. Municipal Maintenance Facility Sand Shed, 7273 Sideroad 16, Drayton From 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

IMPORTANT DATES

DOOR PRIZES FOR ATTENDEES!

Tuesday, March 14, 2017 Tuesday, March 21, 2017

7:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m.

519.638.7723

Tuesday, March 28, 2017

1:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council Mapleton Youth Action Council, à la Mode Café, Drayton Regular Meeting of Council

4 | THE COMMUNITY NEWS | MARCH 10, 2017

Agricultural

THE

COMMUNITY NEWS Published by W.H.A. Publications Limited P.O. Box 189, Drayton, Ontario, N0G 1P0 24 Wood St., Unit B, Drayton (inside Studio Factor) Telephone 519-638-3066 Fax 519-638-2875 drayton@wellingtonadvertiser.com Published on Fridays Deadline: Monday at 10am Subscriptions $52 plus HST in Canada

Ontario Community Newspaper Association

SAFETY Week

March 12-18

Canadian Community Newspaper Association

W.H. Adsett, Publisher Chris Daponte, Editor Patrick Raftis, Reporter Caroline Sealey, Office Manager Alicia Roza, Graphic Designer GENERAL POLICY Persons wishing information regarding circulation, rates and additional service, etc. should feel free to contact the staff. The Publisher accepts responsibility for claims and honours agreements made by himself or by regular staff on his behalf. No responsibility is accepted for actions of persons not in the employ of the paper, or otherwise over whom the Publisher has no control. All advertising accepted is done so in good faith. Advertising is accepted on the condition that, in the event of typographical error, that portion of the advertising space occupied by the erroneous item, together with a reasonable allowances for signatures, will not be charged for, but the balance of the advertisements will be paid for at the applicable rate. In the event of a typographical error advertising goods or services at a wrong price, goods or services may not be sold. Advertising is merely an offer to sell, and may be withdrawn at any time. STAFF Office Manager: Caroline Sealey OFFICE HOURS: Monday and Tuesday 9am-12pm, Thursday 9am-3pm DEADLINE: MONDAY 10AM

YOUR HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER

EDITORIAL By Patrick Raftis

Leitch quiz gets failing grade

It seems we may have misjudged her. Turns out federal Conservative leadership candidate Kellie Leitch’s proposed Canadian values test for immigrants isn’t a veiled attempt to screen out any particular group based on race or religion. Nope. Leitch’s plan is clearly designed to protect Canadians from being overrun by foreigners who are - how can I put this politely? Nope, I can’t - stupid. Imagine sitting before an immigration officer and answering “no” to any of the following questions: - Are men and women equal, and entitled to equal protection under the law?; - Is it ever okay to coerce or use violence against an individual or a group who disagrees with your views?; or - Do you recognize that to have a good life in Canada you will need to work hard for yourself and your family, and that you can’t expect to have things you want given to you? Anyone who couldn’t figure out that a negative answer is likely to quash their chances of getting in probably wouldn’t have managed to find their way to the airport, dock or train station in order to get here in the first place. So while Leitch’s pop quiz wouldn’t be of much value in terms of screening potential immigrants (something the Canadian merit-based system is already doing quite effectively according to any normal metrics), it does have some value as a dog whistle to alert certain people Kellie’s on their side. The last question, in particular, conjurs an illogical stereotype of immigrants bluffing their way into Canada in order to take advantage of our social safety net. There’s plenty of statistical and anecdotal evidence to suggest the overwhelming majority of immigrants here are hardworking, honest people, appreciative of the opportunities provided and motivated to make the most of them. If any further evidence of the narrow base of Leitch’s target audience were needed, one could look to her message delivery system. The questions were revealed in a sponsored email to Rebel Media subscribers. Guess that’s to make sure she reaches the people who missed her earlier ads on Breitbart News. For Leitch’s campaign, it appears that amounts to covering the bases.

Drayton Peewee team in OMHA finals DRAYTON - The Drayton Defenders Peewee Rep hockey team has successfully skated its way to the OMHA finals. As of press time the series schedule between the Defenders and the Muskoka Rock was unavailable. League representatives are hoping to schedule game one in Muskoka on March 11 and game two on March 12 at the PMD arena in Drayton. Once confirmed, the

game schedules will be available online at draytonminorhockey.com. Team officials are encouraging the community to support the local hockey team by decorating their homes and businesses in Drayton Defenders orange and black colours. Drayton Defenders signs are available for any business wishing to support the local hockey team by calling Amy at 519-993-2646.

Furrows and fireplugs - Pluggie the robotic fire hydrant, a joint venture between the Optimist Club of Puslinch and Puslinch Fire and Rescue, was on hand at the Wellington Farm and Home Safety Association pancake breakfast in Alma on Feb. 25. Pluggie is an educational robot that helps deliver messages about fire safety to children, adults, schools and interest groups. Puslinch Fire and Rescue spokesman Ryan Ladner said, “The children really enjoy Pluggie and if we can keep their attention and teach them about fire safety, it’s a win-win situation for both.” LEFT: Wellington County Queen of the Furrow 2016/17 Kayla Scott, left, and Princess of the Furrow 2016/17 Jade Ritter had a chance to meet Pluggie while volunteering at the breakfast. RIGHT: Centre Wellington councillor Steve Kitras discusses grain safety with Chloe and Luke Stege of Moorefield. Photos by Caroline Sealey

Farm safety week theme appeals to adults This March, the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association, with the Canadian Federation of Agriculture is celebrating Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW). This is the second year of the “Be an AgSafe Family” theme. In 2017, CASW is “Appealing to Adults.” What does that mean? Well, statistics show that each year approximately 85 Canadians are killed in an agriculture-related incident. These statistics, made

available through Canadian Agricultural Injury Reporting, provide a snapshot of what’s killing farmers. Runovers, rollovers and being pinned or struck are the top way Canadians are dying on farms. What does a death of a farmer mean? How does this impact the farm? The family? The community? The nation? First of all, the death of a family member is horrific. The world stops. Grief, anger, and sadness all set in. Hearts are broken and relationships

Liquid Organic Animal By-Product Management Services

Keeping it Safe

Drag Hose & Tanker Services Specialized in Agriculture

7481 Sideroad 17, RR#1 Alma, ON N0B 1A0 Office Phone: 1-519-638-2319 Shop Phone: 1-519-638-3152 Tony Roelofsen Cell: 1-519-572-2901

Fax: 1-519-638-2073 Email: tony@pitkingltd.com Ron Bults Cell: 1-519-572-4488

are ended in an instant. This is the real emotional impact of the loss. For the family, the death means losing a little of themselves. It means missing those big moments. Weddings, births and graduations. It also means missing those little moments. Morning coffee around the kitchen table, truck rides to check the crops, and laughter around a bonfire. The emotional impact of a death due to a farm-related incident has real consequences for the people left behind. Second, the death could mean the end of the farming operation. Dollar-wise, the estimated economic impact to the farm is around $275,000. Can your farm absorb that kind of economic impact? Do you have almost $300,000 in the bank, in cash, to cover the cost of a death? Then what? Do you have

FARM DRAINAGE Ltd. est. 1968 SPECIALIZING IN:

• GPS equipped machines • Over 45 years of experience in providing the best drainage designs • Contour plans of the project from a field survey • Professionally designed drainage systems from the contour plans

Encouraging Safety First

• Fence Row and Land Clearing • Erosion Control

WE OFFER: • State of the art equipment • Qualified and experienced personnel • Guaranteed Workmanship & Customer Service • All this at the most economical cost with very competitive pricing

SEE AGSAFE » 5

Providing Emergency and Preventative Health Care for your Horses, Pets and Farm Livestock

MARQUARDT • Farm Drainage • Municipal Drainage • Backhoe work with Laser

a plan in place in case the unthinkable happens? Who takes the crop off? Who fixes the machines? Who plans the future of the farm? The cost of a death due to an agriculture-related incident doesn’t stop at the gates of the farm. Canada also suffers when a farmer is lost due to an agriculture-related injury. Agriculture is a major driver in the Canadian economy. According to Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, in 2013 the Canadian agriculture and agri-food system generated $106.9 billion. Thriving, safe and healthy Canadian farms are a vital part of these exports. So what can we do? There is great news! Unintentional agriculture-related farm fatalities are preventable. This Canadian Agricultural Safety Week, make a commitment to your farm, your family and yourself.

E LDALE V ETERINARY C LINIC

150 Church St. W, Elmira

519-669-5672

For that personal touch, pride in workmanship, most efficient, effective & economical drainage systems call the professionals for a free estimate.

1.800.461.3022 | DRAYTON conestogoagri.ca

STEVE CRONSBERRY (OWNER)

R.R. 3, Palmerston OFFICE: 519-343-3233 HOME: 519-338-2373

“Safety First, Avoid the Worst!”

MARCH 10, 2017 | THE COMMUNITY NEWS | 5

Agricultural

Woods, Clemens, Fletcher & Cronin Professional Corporation - Lawyers

SAFETY

9 Memorial Ave., Elmira, ON N3B 2Z6

519.669.5101 (Tel) • 519.669.5618 (Fax) • Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Safety Is a Choice You Make

Week

March 12-18

William G. Clemens, B.A. LL.B. Mary-Lou Fletcher, B.A. LL.B. Tracey G. Cronin, B.A. (Hons.), LL.B.

DRAYTON OFFICE

Electrical safety stressed at WFHSA event in Alma

26 Wellington Street South Mon and Wed 9am-5pm or by appt. LAW OFFICE

Heavy-duty gloves - Desmond Van Beek, left, and Nigel Van Beek of Fergus tried on hydro workers’ gloves and held wiring used in hydro lines with the help of North Waterloo Hydro employee “Electric Larry” Mullin at the electrical safety booth at the Wellington Farm and Home Safety Association’s pancake breakfast in Alma on Feb. 25. Photo by Caroline Sealey

Ribbon campaign promotes CASA farm safety message By Amy Petherick Building on last year’s Be an AgSafe Family safety week campaign, which aimed to keep kids safe on farms, this March the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) is turning its eyes on the safety of producers themselves. A symbol of the 2017 “Appealing to Adults” safety week campaign will start popping up on lapels across the country. Affectionately called “twibbons” in the past,

‘Agsafe Family’ focus continues » FROM PAGE 4

Start by developing a general policy for safety and health on the farm. Decide what your health and safety philosophy is. Talk about what the objectives are for keeping the farm safe. Share your commitment to preventing injury and illness. This is this first step in developing an overall farm safety and health plan for your operation. Submitted by the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association.

Kenda Lubeck, a farm safety coordinator for Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, came up with the twine creations along with coworkers back in 2012 to raise awareness about farm safety. “We wanted a visual that would encourage discussions for everybody who has a stake in farm safety; whether it was somebody consuming food or the farmer putting it in the ground, you could identify yourself with the role that you could play in farm safety,” Lubeck said, adding, “we had a pretty good run with it!” At first, the ribbons were made of actual twine, since it is such a representative emblem for farming, but organizers found it was too difficult to work with. Though the response to

the campaign was favourable, Lubeck said ultimately the team decided it could only be pushed for so long until interest in them waned. It was a coincidence the group had just started to talk about potentially reviving the initiative again in 2016 when CASA called proposing a national AgSafe Ribbon campaign in celebration of Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW). “Ag Safety Week is about awareness and education,” said Robin Anderson, CASA’s communication coordinator. “The AgSafe Ribbon is another tool we can use to raise awareness about farm safety across Canada.” CASA is planning on distributing the AgSafe ribbons through supporters of Ag

Safety Week. “Sponsors, friends, CASA members are all encouraged to request ribbons to distribute,” said Anderson. “The success of Ag Safety Week depends on these organizations getting the word out about farm safety.” Individuals are also encouraged to request bundles of ribbons through CASA’s website for farm safety associations, agricultural groups, producer organizations, and agribusiness employees. Anderson said the ribbons are for anyone that is involved in the agricultural community and wants to show their support for farm safety. For the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association.

Make Farm Make Farm Safety Priority Make Farm Safety aPriority Priority Make FarmSafety Safety aa a Priority

Your Local

Dealer

Your Local Your Local Your Local

STAY SAFE!

Dealer Dealer Dealer

DAILY LUNCH SPEC MONDAY Mar 13 Soft Tacos & Wedges TUESDAY Mar 14 Hot Dog & Wedges

519-638-3008 • 1-800-263-9818 Drayton, Elora, Listowel & Stayner

AGRICULTURAL SAFETY AWARENESS

We salute the industry and encourage safety first!

TOWNSHIP OF MAPLETON

7275 Sideroad 16, P.O. Box 160, Drayton, ON N0G 1P0 T: 519-638-3313 F: 519-638-5113 www.mapleton.ca

ALWAYS THINK

SAFETY FIRST

IALS

$5.99/2

$6.99

$3.99/S

m $4.99/Lg

90 WELLINGTON ST. S, DRAYTON | 519.638.2041 Hours: Mon-Wed: 8-8, Thu-Fri: 8-9, Sat: 8-6, Sun: 11-5

AGRICULTURAL SAFETY WEEK!

$5.99

THURSDAY Mar 16 Lasagna & Garlic Toast FRIDAY Mar 17 Chili & Bun

Proud to promote

$5.99

WEDNESDAY Mar 15 Personal Pizza $3.50/1

PPEN BY DOESN’T HAENT. ACCID

519.638.5767

Drayton Freshmart

SUPPORTERS OF FARM SAFETY WEEK

MAR-SPAN

Home Hardware Building Centre 7873 Wellington Road 8, 1km east of Drayton Mon-Fri: 7:00am - 6:00pm Sat: 8:00am - 4:00pm Phone: 519-638-2420 Fax: 519-638-5015

www.marspan.com

6 | THE COMMUNITY NEWS | MARCH 10, 2017

By Rev. Calvin Brown

So who says so? The most deep-rooted issue in Canada today is Canadian values. Politicians, scholars and columnists all offer their own version but are not in agreement. Pierre Berton in his book Marching as to War comments that Prime Minister Wilfrid Laurierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summary is the best. Laurier said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am a Canadian.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Canada has been the inspiration of my life. I have had before me, as a pillar of fire by night and a pillar of cloud by day, a policy of true Canadianism, of moderation, of conciliation. I have followed it consistently since 1896 and now appeal with confidence to the whole Canadian people to uphold me in this policy of sound Canadianism, which makes for the greatness of our country and of the Empire.â&#x20AC;? But for all his appeal to

Blooming Daleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need a reason to make someone smile. Surprise someone with one of our special

Bouquets!

www.bloomingdalesďŹ&#x201A;orist.ca N 28 MAIN STREET E., DRAYTO

519.638.7723

PAINTING â&#x20AC;˘ PAINTING â&#x20AC;˘ PAINTING â&#x20AC;˘ PAINTING â&#x20AC;˘ PAINTING â&#x20AC;˘ PAINTING

Give your room a FRESH look!

moderation and conciliation as common values, Laurier lost the election. Some claim the best list would be the Canadian Human Rights Charter, but even it has been controversial in its application and Canadians recognize its limitations by adding a not withstanding clause that acknowledges it may not always be in the best interest of the country and so can be overruled. Jim Denison in his blog Daily Article points out the dilemma of trying to find a consensus about values for people to live by. He recalls that in Mere Christianity, C.S. Lewis notes, â&#x20AC;&#x153;You cannot make men good by law; and without good men you cannot have a good society.â&#x20AC;? Job (from the Bible) asked, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where shall wisdom be found? And where is the place of understanding? Man does not know its worth, and it is not found in the land of the livingâ&#x20AC;? (Job 28:12â&#x20AC;&#x201C;13). He noted that wisdom â&#x20AC;&#x153;cannot be bought for gold, and sil-

Professional Work. Reasonable Prices.

But is that the answer? We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even agree among ourselves what those values are or what they should look like. This leads to confusion and disharmony, stress and unhappiness. We acknowledge as a nation we grew to be the wonderful place that we are based on Christian values. We need to realize also that we are spending our heritage and becoming morally bankrupt as we move away for these strong life-giving values. The answer is to return to these values. But how can that be done? Some applications of these values will be different than they were in the past. We arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t in 1867. But how do we regain the best of the spirit of our founding fathers? I believe we will not regain the strength and power that brought us to all that is good in this land unless we regain the adventurous and wonder-filled spirit of our forebears. How can we

do this? Not by keeping out newcomers, or by passing laws that hope to force people to comply with a set of politically correct rules, but by being filled with the spirit of a God fearing people. That means recognizing and submitting joyfully to a God who has given His all to us so we can be all we were intended to be and as God said to the first nation he founded â&#x20AC;&#x201C; so they could be blessed to be a blessing to the whole world. How? The only way to have the Spirit is to become Christian. This is not something that can or ought to be forced on people, but it comes about as Christians act in such a way that it is clear their lives bring joy and fulfillment and their lives are clearly full of peace and their communities a model of good order. We have much to give but it is all lost when we recoil from the invitation of Jesus to share this way of life with our world. As the Bible says, Therefore go and make disciples of all nations.

MAPLETON MUSINGS

â&#x20AC;&#x153; THE GUY with USH â&#x20AC;? the

ver cannot be weighed as its priceâ&#x20AC;? (v. 15). Job was right: â&#x20AC;&#x153;God understands the way to it, and he knows its place ... [God] said to man, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understandingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? (vs. 23, 28). We fear God to the degree that we refuse evil. We do not fear God to the degree that we choose evil. He then challenges his readers with this question: By Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s definition of wisdom, how wise is our culture? How wise will you choose to be today? It is a probing question and one we must answer if we hope to enjoy a land of peace and good governance as our constitution declares is our desired end. This concern cannot be ignored. Canadian politicians have proposed rejecting immigrants who have anti-Canadian values such as: intolerance toward other religions, cultures, genders and sexual orientations.

Call/text 519.502.4969

PAINTING â&#x20AC;˘ PAINTING â&#x20AC;˘ PAINTING â&#x20AC;˘ PAINTING â&#x20AC;˘ PAINTING â&#x20AC;˘ PAINTING

Column courtesy of Mapleton Historical Society Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s note: Continued from last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mapleton Musings column.

PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE

Terriff family history The third child was William Wallace himself, born July 16, 1863. Family stories say as a young child he helped his mother with the laundry for the family and quite possibly

Friday Night

Preparing for Flooding in Drayton and Mapleton Township

Come join us for

ALL DAY

BREAKFAST!

Thursday, March 23, 2017 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. PMD Arena - 68 Main Street West, Drayton

Representatives of these organizations will be on hand to answer questions: - Township of Mapleton emergency responders and planning - Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management - Insurance Bureau of Canada - Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Health Unit - GRCA engineering and planning

MON - WED 7-3

THU - FRI 7-8

SAT 7-2

SUN 9-2

42 McGivern St. Moorefield

.HPSVWRQ :HUWK 5HDOW\ /WG %52.(5$*( :Ä&#x17E;ĹśĹśĹ?Ä¨Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152; ZĹ?Ä?Ĺ&#x161;Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x152;Ä&#x161;Ć?Ĺ˝Ĺś 6DOHV 5HSUHVHQWDWLYH

2IILFH +20( &HOO (PDLO ULFKDUGVRQ#NHPSVWRQZHUWK FD

ZZZ MHQQLIHUULFKDUGVRQ FD ZZZ NHPSVWRQZHUWK FD

3URXG 7R %H /LYLQJ ,Q DQG :RUNLQJ LQ 0DSOHWRQ

.HPSVWRQ :HUWK Drayton Christian 5HDOW\ /WG %52.(5$*(

Reformed Church

:Ä&#x17E;ĹśĹśĹ?Ä¨Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152; ZĹ?Ä?Ĺ&#x161;Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x152;Ä&#x161;Ć?Ĺ˝Ĺś Sharing Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grace and Hope 6DOHV 5HSUHVHQWDWLYH 2IILFH +20(

88 Main Street East, Drayton &HOO

www.draytoncrc.org

(PDLO ULFKDUGVRQ#NHPSVWRQZHUWK FD

ZZZ MHQQLIHUULFKDUGVRQ FD Sunday, March 12 at 10:00 a.m. ZZZ NHPSVWRQZHUWK FD

Pastor Paul Droogers leads morning worship 3URXG 7R %H /LYLQJ ,Q DQG :RUNLQJ LQ 0DSOHWRQ

For more information contact:

Co-hosted by the Grand River Conservation Authority and the Township of Mapleton

Always som ething different to try

A brochure called Preparing for Flooding: a Guide for Residents of Drayton will be available at the meeting and can be downloaded from www.grandriver.ca/flooding. This brochure includes a map of the flood areas in Drayton.

Naomi Moore, Water Resources Project Coordinator Grand River Conservation Authority 519-621-2763 x2293 or nmoore@grandriver.ca

DINNER BUFFET

Great Daily Specials Monday to Friday Free Wifi Available!

Flooding along the Conestogo River occurs in Drayton and some other areas within Mapleton Township. This open house will explain: - The flood warning system - How to reduce the risks to your property - What to do after a flood - Flood warning level mapping for Drayton

for the hotel as well. His tinkering led to the invention of a better washing machine and he secured a patent for Terriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Perfect Washer. In 1888 he moved to Portland, Michigan with the hopes of selling his inven-

.HPSVWRQ :HUWK 5HDOW\ /WG %52.(5$*(

:Ä&#x17E;ĹśĹśĹ?Ä¨Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152; ZĹ?Ä?Ĺ&#x161;Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x152;Ä&#x161;Ć?Ĺ˝Ĺś 6DOHV 5HSUHVHQWDWLYH

2IILFH +20( &HOO (PDLO ULFKDUGVRQ#NHPSVWRQZHUWK FD

ZZZ MHQQLIHUULFKDUGVRQ FD

tion. He had trouble finding a company who would manufacture his machine until he met W.C. Warren of Portland, a furniture maker. After about six months they formed the Portland Manufacturing Company and Terriff tried to appoint agents to sell his washing machines. This wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t successful and after a year, with the company in trouble, William took over total control for just a royalty per machine. The company quickly became a huge success and by 1913 was one of the largest washing machine manufacturers in the United States. W.W. Terriff also helped organize the Portland Furniture Company and the Michigan Commode and Cabinet Company. He was one of the original founders of the Wolverine Soap Company which also%52.( wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t initially successful. He bought out the other 6DOHV 5HSUHVHQWDWLYH stockholders and turned the 2IILFH +20( business around before he &HOO died, generating a huge part (PDLO ULFKDUGVRQ#NHPSV of his wealth. TheZZZ MHQQLIHUULFK business ZZZ NHPSVWRQZ sold soaps, remedies and toilet articles. 3URXG 7R %H ,Q DQG :RUNLQJ William Wallace/LYLQJ Terriff died in Flint, Michigan on July 7, 1913 of organic heart trouble and rheumatism. He never married and left a fortune of over $160,000 to 56 dif-%52.( ferent benefactors, including his siblings and their families. The Drayton Advocate 6DOHV 5HSUHVHQWDWLYH of July 17, 1913 tells of the 2IILFH +20( &HOO remains being taken off the train for burial in(PDLO ULFKDUGVRQ#NHPSV Victoria ZZZ MHQQLIHUULFK cemetery. His three sisters ZZZ NHPSVWRQZ accompanied them. The monument was built after this. 3URXG 7R %H /LYLQJ ,Q DQG :RUNLQJ There is no marker for one sister of William. Margaret died in California in 1946 and is buried in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Glendale. It is difficult to say wheth-%52.( er James Terriff, Williamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

.HPSVWRQ :H 5HDOW\ /WG

:Ä&#x17E;ĹśĹśĹ?Ä¨Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152; ZĹ?Ä?Ĺ&#x161;

.HPSVWRQ :H 5HDOW\ /WG

:Ä&#x17E;ĹśĹśĹ?Ä¨Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152; ZĹ?Ä?Ĺ&#x161;

.HPSVWRQ :H 5HDOW\ /WG

:Ä&#x17E;ĹśĹśĹ?Ä¨Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152; ZĹ?Ä?Ĺ&#x161;

SEE TERRIFF Âť 8

6DOHV 5HSUHVHQWDWLYH

2IILFH +20( &HOO (PDLO ULFKDUGVRQ#NHPSV

ZZZ MHQQLIHUULFK

MARCH 10, 2017 | THE COMMUNITY NEWS | 7

Truck stolen in township MAPLETON On March 6 at about 6:30am, Wellington County OPP received a report about a vehicle that was stolen from a rural residence on Wellington Road 12 in Mapleton. Police say the vehicle, described as a black 2012 GMC Sierra bearing Ontario marker AK95290, was stolen sometime between March 5 at 9pm and March 6 at 6am. The keys were left in the vehicle, police say. Anyone with information about this incident can contact the Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip at www. csgw.tips.

Bethel wins » FROM PAGE 2

BETHEL 2 LISTOWEL 1 Bethel scored first in the final minute of the first period. Nathan Holland set up Laverne Metzger along the right side boards. Metzger drifted out in front of the net and sliced the puck into the top corner with a backhand. Listowel tied the game early in the third. Mike Gingrich snapped a shot in close on the short side, assisted by Zach Gingrich. The tie held to carry the game into sudden death overtime. It didn’t take long for Nathan Holland to stand ground in front of the net minder and jam the puck into the net for winning goal. The win gives Bethel a 2-0 victory in the best-ofthree ‘B’ Division Stelco Trophy Finals. Submitted by Willard Metzger

TOWNSHIP OF MAPLETON

SERVICES CLASSIFIEDS

7275 Sideroad 16, P.O. Box 160, Drayton, ON N0G 1P0 Phone: 519-638-3313, Fax: 519-638-5113, Toll Free: 1-800-385-7248 www.mapleton.ca

SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER

THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MAPLETON Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on April 20, 2017, at the Mapleton Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Drayton Ontario. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Mapleton Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Drayton. Description of Lands: Roll No. 23 32 000 013 10934 0000; 7275 Wellington Rd 109, Moorefield; PIN 714650057(LT); Part Lot 13 Concession 17 Maryborough as in DN34445; Mapleton; File No.15-03 Minimum Tender Amount: $11,105.72

MUSIC

WANTED TO BUY

13TH ANNUAL DRAYTON KINSMEN Music Festival on Easter Monday, March 28th. Competitions in piano, guitar, bass, voice and violin. Group & original song competitions. Entry forms available by e-mail or at Drayton School of Music and Shaw Music. Deadline for entry is March 19. Contact Derek at info @ draytonschoolofmusic.ca

SCRAP CARS, TRUCKS, FARM MACHINERY, HEAVY EQUIPMENT. Scrap metal bins available. We sell quality used auto parts. Kenilworth Auto Recyclers 519-323-1113.

Roll No. 23 32 000 012 04342 0000; PIN 71469-0051(LT); Part Lot 18 Concession 12 Maryborough designated Part 75 on Plan WAR1023; T/W DN18957; Mapleton; File No. 15-04 Minimum Tender Amount: $7,103.87

PRODUCE FOR SALE MAPLE SYRUP - $39 for 4L Light available. #7387 3rd line, 1 mile west of Yatton.

HELP WANTED

CULP’S LATHING & INSULATING

Roll No. 23 32 000 013 10908 0000; 8207 Concession 16, Moorefield; PIN 71465-0070(LT); Part Lot 13 Concession 17 Maryborough as in DN47745; Mapleton; File No.15-05 Minimum Tender Amount: $7,066.33

We are looking for a responsible person to

INSTALL DRYWALL

Roll No. 23 32 000 013 10936 0000; 7279 Wellington Rd 109, Moorefield; PIN 714650058(LT); Part Lot 13 Concession 17 Maryborough as in DN39095; Mapleton; File No.15-06 Minimum Tender Amount: $10,904.57

No experience necessary, we are willing to train. Starting wage depends on experience. Please contact Chris Culp at (519) 638-5560 or e-mail resume to chrisculp663@gmail.com.

Roll No. 23 32 000 013 10930 0000; 7267 Wellington Rd 109, Moorefield; PIN 714650055(LT); Part Lot 13 Concession 17 Maryborough as in DN34441; Mapleton; File No. 15-08 Minimum Tender Amount: $10,599.94

IN MEMORIAM

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

STAN DRISCOLL

Roll No. 23 32 000 013 10932 0000; 7271 Wellington Rd 109, Moorefield; PIN 714650056(LT); Part Lot 13 Concession17 Maryborough as in DN39094; Mapleton; File No. 15-10 Minimum Tender Amount: $10,886.98

November 4, 1943 - March 10, 2007 This month comes with a sad regret, brings back a day we will never forget. The blow was great, the shock severe, we never thought the end was near. And only those who have lost can tell, the pain of parting without farewell. No one knows the grief we bear when the family meets and you’re not there. You left so suddenly, your thoughts unknown, But you left us memories we are proud to own.

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount. Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, environmental contamination, road access, or any other matters relating to the land to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

Sadly missed by Marg and family

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes, HST if applicable and the relevant land transfer tax.

FOR SALE

The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender contact:

FROZEN BEEF & PRODUCTS

Hamburger, Steaks, Roasts and Pepperettes

Yufang Du, Director of Finance The Corporation of the Township of Mapleton 7275 Sideroad 16, PO Box 160 Drayton ON N0G 1P0 519-638-3313 Ext 30 www.mapleton.ca ydu@mapleton.ca

MARCH

SPECIAL

AMBURGER LEAN H $ 95/lb. 3.

PAUL & PAM ELLIS 519-638-2127

1 mile NE of Moorefield on Cty. Rd. 8 Fire #8329 For pricing information go to: www.ellcrest.ca

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 9-9

EXTEND YOUR REACH - ADVERTISE PROVINCIALLY OR ACROSS THE COUNTRY! For more information contact your local community newspaper or visit www.networkclassiﬁed.org

EMPLOYMENT OPPS.

MORTGAGES

VACATION/TRAVEL

FINANCIAL SERVICES

ADVERTISING

$$ CONSOLIDATE YOUR DEBT $$ SECURITY / INVESTIGATORS REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY

LOWER YOUR MONTHLY PAYMENTS AND

For projects related to labour disputes and protests. Above average earning potential. Must be willing to travel.

CONSOLIDATE YOUR DEBT NOW!!!

TO APPLY PLEASE EMAIL:

$50K YOU PAY: $208.33 / MONTH (OAC)

rdewsbury@afimaccan.com MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! Indemand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

STEEL BUILDINGS STEEL BUILDING SALE ...”PRICED TO SELL!” 20X21 $5,997 Front & Back Walls Included. 30X33 $7,339 No Ends Included 35X37 $11,782 One End Wall Included. Check Out www.pioneersteel.ca for more prices. Pioneer Steel 1-855-212-7036

1st, 2nd, 3rd MORTGAGES Debt Consolidation Refinancing, Renovations Tax Arrears, No CMHC Fees

No Income, Bad Credit Power of Sale Stopped!!! BETTER OPTION MORTGAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL TODAY TOLL-FREE: 1-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com (Licence # 10969)

FOR SALE SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

WORLD CLASS CRUISING CLOSE TO HOME! The hassle free way to travel 4,5, 6 or 7 Nights in Private Staterooms INCLUDES: • SHORE EXCURSIONS • GREAT MEALS • NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT AND MUCH MORE… www.StLawrenceCruiseLines.com TOLL-FREE 1-800-267-7868 253 Ontario Street, Kingston, Ontario (TICO # 2168740)

BUSINESS OPPS. HIP OR KNEE REPLACEMENT? Restrictions in Walking or Getting Dressed? $2,000 Yearly Tax Credit. $20,000 Lump Sum Tax Refund. The Disability Tax Credit For Expert Help: 1-844-453-5372.

FINANCIAL SERVICES Credit700.ca, $750 loans - no more. No credit check - same day deposit Toll Free number 1-855-527-4368 Open 7 days from 8am to 8pm

TAP INTO HOME EQUITY! With home values skyrocketing, take advantage and pay down other high interest debt. HOME EQUITY LOANS FOR ANY PURPOSE!! Bank turn downs, Tax or Mortgage arrears, Self Employed, Bad Credit, Bankruptcy. Creative Mortgage Specialists! No proof of income 1st, 2nd, and 3rd’s Up to 85% Borrow: $50,000 $100,000

Pay Monthly: $237.11 $474.21

LARGER AMOUNTS AND COMMERCIAL FUNDS AVAILABLE !!Decrease monthly payments up to 75%!! Based on 3% APR. OAC 1-888-307-7799 ONTARIO-WIDE FINANCIAL 1801347inc FSCO Licence #12456 www.ontario-widefinancial.com !! LET US HELP !!

REACH MILLIONS OF CUSTOMERS IN ONTARIO WITH ONE EASY CALL! Your Classified Ad or Display Ad would appear in weekly newspapers each week across Ontario in urban, suburban and rural areas. For more information Call Today 647-350-2558, Email: kmagill@rogers.com or visit: www.OntarioClassifiedAds.com.

WANTED WA N T E D : O L D T U B E A U D I O EQUIPMENT. 40 years or older. Amplifiers, Stereo, Recording and Theatre Sound Equipment. Hammond Organs, any condition. CALL Toll-Free 1-800-947-0393/519-853-2157. LEARN THE SECRETS to SELLING YOUR COINS. Get TOP DOLLAR for Your COLLECTION from dealers. Av o i d G E T T I N G R I P P E D O F F. REQUEST Your FREE REPORT: “Secrets to Selling Your Coins”, P.O. Box 35, Teeswater, Ontario, N0G 2S0. Call TOLL-FREE 1-844-392-7034 or Visit www.coinbuyerguy.ca.

8 | THE COMMUNITY NEWS | MARCH 10, 2017

GREGG DAVIDSON County Councillor, Ward 2 Mapleton

Due to their high standards, Wellington County’s Long Term Care Home is among the top 10% of homes following Provincial regulations Questions or Comments: email greggd@wellington.ca or phone or text 226-929-7481 Stay informed, follow me on Twitter @GreggTDavidson

ROB

Inc. DRAYTON, ONTARIO

CALL NOW FOR YOUR WINTER AND SPRING ELECTRICAL PROJECTS!

ECRA/ESA LIC 7004134

Servicing all your Electrical Needs Residential/Custom Homes | Agricultural Commercial | Service | Generators robdeweerdelectric@hotmail.com 519.638.2229

DRAYTON DISTRICT FIGURE SKATING CLUB PRESENTS

Sugar shack destroyed by March 2 fire MAPLETON - Firefighters from Drayton and Moorefield stations were called to a possible structure fire just before midnight on March 2. The structure turned out to be a sugar shack on a property on Sideroad 12. Mapleton Fire Chief Rick Richardson said the shack was destroyed but the cause is undetermined. Richardson said the owners of the property were away at the time of the blaze. The call came in at around 11:45pm. Minto firefighters from the Palmerston station were also called to the incident.

Correction It was incorrectly reported in an article on page one of the March 3 Community News that Mapleton deputytreasurer Teresa Armstrong left the township’s employ in January. Armstrong actually resigned effective Oct. 28, 2016. The Community News regrets the error.

Toy show - The Alma Optimist Club held its 25th annual Toy Show and Sale at the Alma Community Centre on March 5. TOP: Among the vendors at the show were, from left: Justin Swanston, Marney Swanston and Denise Kankainen, displaying some of their John Deere toys. ABOVE: Doug McLean of Elmira has been showing collectible toys for 35 years at various shows in the area. McLean is also the chair of the annual toy show held at the Elmira Maple Syrup Festival each year. Photos by Caroline Sealey

Terriff family stories plentiful » FROM PAGE 6

FREE PUBLIC SKATE Thursday, Mar. 16th 6:30 - 8:00 pm PMD Arena SATURDAY, MARCH 11. Shows 2pm & 6pm. Admission $8 & Children 3-12 $4, Under 3 free. PMD ARENA SANCTIONED BY SKATE CANADA