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Council agrees to local ban on release of flying lanterns By Patrick Raftis
Rural romping - Madison Fillion, left, of Drayton gets a lesson on how to feed an apple to a horse from Pam Ellis of Ell-Crest Farms north of Moorefield during the Spring Rural Romp on May 27. The romp offers selfguided tours of local farms each spring in northern Wellington County through the Taste Real program. Photo by Caroline Sealey
MAPLETON – Flying lanterns are now banned in the township. Mapleton council passed a bylaw implementing the ban on May 23, after receiving a report recommending the move from Fire Chief Rick Richardson. Flying lanterns are small hot air balloons made of paper, with an opening at the bottom where a small flame is suspended. “They are also known as a ‘sky lantern’. When released, the hot air produced by the fuel source can lift the lantern to extreme heights and allows it to drift for long distances until the fuel is depleted,� the report states.
The lanterns, often released in large numbers to generate an impressive visual effect, “can land on trees, building rooftops, or other combustible properties, while still ignited, and potentially cause a fire,� the report adds. Councillor Marlene Ottens asked if the proposal was sparked by a specific incident or part of a general province-wide movement to ban the incendiary party favours. “The answer is yes and yes,� replied Richardson, noting concerns were first raised several years ago and “there have been some fires when people let them go at weddings and parties� at some locations in Ontario.
Richardson said there have been some cases of the lanterns being released at Conestogo Lake. “It has come to our attention that down by the lake there are some people doing these lanterns fairly often and someone brought a concern to me,� he said. Mayor Neil Driscoll wondered if neighbouring Minto and Wellington North were considering a ban. He noted it would seem pointless to ban in Mapleton residents from using the lanterns when they could drift into the township across municipal borders. “They were looking at it,� said Richardson. A resolution to implement the ban was passed without opposition.
Mapleton firefighters will upgrade to leather footwear By Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - Firefighters here will be getting some new, and better, boots. On May 23 Mapleton council approved the purchase of 40 pairs of leather Globe firefighter footwear at a cost of $490 per pair from Dependable Fire Equipment. The company’s bid was the lowest of three submitted in response to a request for quotations.
“Leather boots supply a level of comfort not found in the economy rubber footwear,� notes a report from Fire Chief Rick Richardson. “Full-time firefighters have progressed to leather models and find that the longevity of this type of boot far outlasts the other types supplied. The economy of remaining with the current lowest cost boot available would be outweighed by the durability of the newer mod-
els. In most cases this leather style boot would outlast the volunteer firefighters career and would also serve as a station wear safety boot that we currently provide in addition to the rubber model.� Richardson told council some local firefighters have paid the difference between leather and rubber boots out of their own pockets in order to upgrade. “Staff believe that we owe our volunteer firefighters a
quality pair of footwear in serving their community at emergency scenes such as fire calls, motor vehicle collisions, medical assistance, etc.,� the report states. Richardson said he has been raising the issue for a few years “that our footwear is getting beat up pretty bad.� He noted the rubber boots are “leaky� and pointed out “for some people dealing with orthotics they are not a good mix either.�
Richardson said the higher quality boots “make a major difference on longer calls.� “I don’t recall this being in our budget talks,� said councillor Lori Woodham, who suggested “if there isn’t an urgency� the matter be deferred to 2018. Richardson’s report recommended the funds be drawn from “other capital� in the 2016 budget. He also pointed out revenue gener-
ated by the fire department for attending accidents and other calls was over budget this year. “Some of our officers suggested maybe some of it could be put towards firefighters to update their equipment,â€? said Richardson. Councillor Michael Martin pointed out, “You want to be careful with that conversation,â€? as despite the additional revenue in 2016, SEE COUNCIL Âť 3
Gala - The Kentucky Derby arrived in Drayton for the 17th annual Starlight Gala benefitting the Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation with this year’s theme “A Run for the Roses.� Organizers say the event raised $210,000 toward new cardiac monitors for the hospital. LEFT: From left Kristine Farrish with Buddy the horse and gala co-chairs Jacqui Cressman and Kathy Statia. ABOVE: The gala leadership team, back row from left: ticket chair Yvonne Schieck, food chair Tracy Hill, nurses’ special feature Shirley Ann Litt and Barb Huntley, silent auction solicitation co-chairs Lynn and Ron Hodgins and entertainment chair Ron Ellis. Middle: development officer Dale Franklin, decorating team lead Amy Habermehl, nurses’ special feature Nancy McIsaac, decorating team lead Josie McLaughlin, gala leadership team co-chair and live auction chair Kathy Statia and gala leadership team co-chair and database chair Jacqui Cressman. Front: honorary co-chair Dr. Christine Peterkin. Photos by Olivia Rutt
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George Van Ankum recognized as Mapleton Senior of the Year By Patrick Raftis MAPLETON – Drayton resident George Van Ankum has been recognized as the township’s Senior of the Year. He was presented with a certificate of recognition and a township pin at the May 23 council meeting. Mayor Neil Driscoll called Van Ankum “a very special individual in our commu-
nity” and noted that both George and his wife Alice “contributed immensely” to the Canadian Diabetes Society. The Van Ankums have been active in the society since the early 1970s, when George was diagnosed with diabetes. “Initially they travelled to meetings in Guelph, but when the North Perth North Wellington branch was
established in 1976 he began volunteering in this area,” explained Driscoll. He said Van Ankum served 12 years as president of the local branch and “was one of the most dedicated canvassers in this area, covering a substantial distance each year to collect funds.” When the branch closed in February Van Ankum had been a volunteer for 40 years.
Senior of the Year - George Van Ankum was recognized as Mapleton’s Senior of the Year at the May 23 township council meeting. From left: Van Ankum, his wife Alice Van Ankum, Senior’s Centre for Excellence co-ordinator Helen Edwards and Mayor Neil Driscoll. Photo by Patrick Raftis
Council approves purchase of new leather footwear for Mapleton firefighters » FROM PAGE 1
the fire department is “not a cost-neutral service.” Martin said, “The boots themselves are considered a high-end industry standard as far as comfort goes … I’ve
never worn a pair but from the guys I’ve spoken to that have worn them, it’s night and day.” While stating, “I don’t necessarily have an issue per se with the purchase
itself,” Martin wondered if the change to the new style of boot could be “phased in.” “We talked about phasing them in,” Richardson replied. “We talked about doing it by seniority, but that
might be the opposite of the effect that you want … people that have been around for a few years don’t do as much hands-on firefighting.” Councillor Dennis Craven said, “We let our roads crew
buy whatever kinds boots they want to make sure their feet are comfortable all day,. Why don’t we do same for our firefighters?” A motion to defer a decision to 2018 budget delib-
erations was defeated, with Craven, councillor Marlene Ottens and Mayor Neil Driscoll opposed. A resolution to approve the purchase was approved with only Woodham opposed.
ONTARIO ENERGY BOARD NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF HYDRO ONE NETWORKS INC. Hydro One Networks Inc. has applied to raise its electricity distribution rates and other charges. Learn more. Have your say. Hydro One Networks Inc. has applied to the Ontario Energy Board to raise its electricity distribution rates effective January 1, 2018 and continuing each year for another 4 years, until December 31, 2022. If the application is approved, a typical residential customer of Hydro One Networks Inc., using 750 kWh per month, would see increases as set out in the table below: 2018 an increase of $2.79 per month 2019 an increase of $2.47 per month
2020 an increase of $2.31 per month 2021 an increase of $1.95 per month
2022 an increase of $2.23 per month
Other customers, including businesses, may be affected as well. Hydro One Networks Inc. has also acquired the electricity distribution assets of Norfolk Power, Haldimand County Hydro and Woodstock Hydro. The distribution rates for the former customers of these distributors will remain frozen at current levels until December 31, 2020. As part of this application, on January 1, 2021, and January 1, 2022, the distribution rates for these customers will also be increasing. If the application is approved, a typical former residential customer of these three distributors, using 750 kWh per month, would see increases as set out in the table below: Former Utility Increase 2021 2022 $3.18 per month $1.09 per month Norfolk Power $4.52 per month $1.09 per month Haldimand County Hydro $1.08 per month $0.84 per month Woodstock Hydro Other former customers of these distributors, including businesses, may be affected as well. Hydro One Networks Inc. has also applied for new service charges and for adjustments to many of its specific service charges, including increases to charges for the collection of accounts, for disconnection, reconnection and removal of load control devices and for access to Hydro One Networks Inc. power poles. You are encouraged to review the application carefully to determine whether you may be affected by these changes. The Ontario government has introduced the Fair Hydro Act, 2017 that, if passed, would implement electricity rate reductions starting in the summer of 2017. The amounts set out above are provided before the application of any credits that would be implemented under the Fair Hydro Act, 2017. THE ONTARIO ENERGY BOARD IS HOLDING COMMUNITY MEETINGS The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) will be hosting several regional community meetings. Please check the Ontario Energy Board website at www.oeb.ca under the EB-2017-0049 case number for specific details of the meetings in your area. The community meetings are designed to allow customers to: • Learn more about Hydro One’s costs and rate application. • Find out how the OEB will review the application. • Get involved and provide your comments about the application to the OEB. THE ONTARIO ENERGY BOARD IS HOLDING A PUBLIC HEARING The OEB will hold a public hearing to consider the application filed by Hydro One. During the hearing, we will question Hydro One on its case for the rate increases. We will also hear questions and arguments from individual customers and from groups that represent Hydro One’s customers. At the end of this hearing, the OEB will decide what, if any, rate increase will be allowed. Hydro One has applied for approval of rates for 5 years. You may not get notice of future rate changes during this 5 year period. The OEB is an independent and impartial public agency. We make decisions that serve the public interest. Our goal is to promote a financially viable and efficient energy sector that provides you with reliable energy services at a reasonable cost. BE INFORMED AND HAVE YOUR SAY You have the right to information regarding this application and to be involved in the process. • • • •
You can review Hydro One’s application on the OEB’s website now. You can attend the OEB’s community meeting where you can ask questions, make comments and voice your concerns. You can file a letter with your comments, which will be considered during the hearing. You can become an active participant (called an intervenor). Apply by June 14, 2017 or the hearing will go ahead without you and you will not receive any further notice of the proceeding. • At the end of the process, you can review the OEB’s decision and its reasons on our website. LEARN MORE These proposed charges relate to Hydro One’s distribution services. They make up part of the Delivery line - one of the five line items on your bill. Our file number for this case is EB-2017-0049. To learn more about this hearing, find instructions on how to file letters or become an intervenor, or to access any document related to this case, please select the file number EB-2017-0049 from the list on the OEB website: www.oeb.ca/notice. You can also phone our Consumer Relations Centre at 1-877-632-2727 with any questions. ORAL VS. WRITTEN HEARINGS There are two types of OEB hearings – oral and written. Hydro One has applied for an oral hearing. The OEB is considering this request. If you think an oral hearing is needed, you can write to the OEB to explain why by June 14, 2017. PRIVACY If you write a letter of comment, your name and the content of your letter will be put on the public record and the OEB website. However, your personal telephone number, home address and email address will be removed. If you are a business, all your information will remain public. If you apply to become an intervenor, all information will be public. This rate hearing will be held under section 78 of the Ontario Energy Board Act, 1998, S.O. 1998 c.15 (Schedule B).
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Legion officials - Drayton Legion Branch 416 installed the following officers on May 25: president Dave Dippel, 1st vice-president Jen Bults, treasurer Christine Stanley, secretary Mary Miller, sergeant at arms Dave Ritchie, and executive committee Kathy Mallett, Eliza Dippel, Tom Schieck, Doug Good, Art Miller and Steve Thompson. From left: front, Mallett, Mary Miller; back, Schieck, Eliza Dippel, Dave Dippel, immediate past Zone C3 commander John Dalley and Ritchie. The Legion is currently welcoming new members. For more information on joining contact any member. Photo by Caroline Sealey
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Cambridge municipal council. After losing the mayoral position by 26 votes, Durocher decided a change was in order. Eight months later he joined the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce. Under Durocher’s charge the chamber has grown to become the largest in Ontario with 1,900 members.
“The first Chamber of Commerce began in 1599 in Marseille, France. Champlain, the explorer who discovered Canada, was funded by the Paris Chamber of Commerce. The Golden Gate Bridge was built by the Chamber of Commerce to encourage economic ties between both sides of the Golden Gate Strait. Even
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Hospital support remains strong
The 17th annual Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation Starlight Gala raised an incredible total organizers anticipate will finalize at around $210,000. In recent years the massive upscale dinner/auction has brought in $150,000 or more, an already breathtaking amount for a small-town fundraiser. To up the ante, as this year’s event has done, is a testament to both the determination of the organizing committee and the support of the community. Local sponsors, businesses, auction item donors, municipalities and attendees continue to step up for an event that is not only a highlight on the social calendar, but an important component of ongoing efforts to maintain a healthy community, both in terms of the physical well being of residents and the economic viability of the region itself. There is no overstating the key role the Palmerston and District Hospital plays in making the region attractive and viable. Local municipal leaders are quick to point to a wellequipped hospital as a key component of any local recruiting strategy, whether the target is major employers, health care professionals or other skilled workers. Foundation officials stress that while the province provides operational funding for hospitals, any equipment upgrades rely on local fundraising efforts. Funds this year will be used to replace the cardiac monitors in the hospital. Proceeds of previous galas have paid for such vital equipment as an ultrasound, colonoscope and a bone mineral density machine to name a few. This year’s proceeds bring the 17-year fundraising total into the $1.5 million range, an indication community spirit is no passing fad here.
Letter to the editor Dear editor: It is with heartfelt thanks to the residents, businesses and volunteers of Drayton and Palmerston that we write this letter. The need for blood is constant, but the need for blood is even greater around long weekends. Regular donors take vacations; there can be a greater amount of accidents; all leading to a perfect storm of needing more blood. The fact that you took time out of your lives and busy schedules to save someone else’s life is amazing! On May 18 the clinic in Palmerston collected 83 blood donations, and on May 22 (Victoria Day) the Drayton clinic collected 54 blood donations. Although we were just seven blood donations
short of our total goal, we view these clinics as a huge success. That is a total of 137 blood donations in a span of a weekend. That’s 137 blood donations that could help two or more car accident victims, at least 17 people going through leukemia treatment for one week, or 68 people who need brain surgery. For those of you who couldn’t stay at the Drayton clinic because we opened late, we apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for taking time to come out and we look forward to seeing you at our next clinic (Palmerston on July 20, Drayton on July 24). Tara Gutscher Territory Manager, Canadian Blood Services and Gina Leyva, Event Coordinator
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Thursday, June 15, 2017 at 7:00 pm Mount Forest Public Library, Mount Forest, Ontario
Refreshments and social time will be held following the AGM.
ELECTION OF DIRECTORS
The Nominating Committee and the Board of Directors of North Wellington Health Care have put forth the following names to fill the vacancies on the Board of Directors for the 2017-2018 term:
• Two (2) – three (3) year vacancies from the Palmerston and District Hospital
(PDH) catchment areas of: Town of Minto, Township of Mapleton, and Town of North Perth – Wallace Ward: o Patrick Downey o Mike Wilson
• Two (2) - three (3) year vacancies from the Louise Marshall Hospital
the Boston Tea Party had Chamber involvement,” Durocher stated. Today there are 2,500 Chambers of Commerce worldwide, whose goals are to build better, stronger, healthier communities. “Often communities let government build their community, but the Chamber of Commerce need to be proactive by planning and acting on issues,” Durocher said. He meets with the mayor and CAO of Cambridge on a weekly basis, representing Cambridge businesses. “Ninety percent of municipal councils are comprised of baby boomers and retirees, who do not readily accept change. These mature individuals need to keep an open mind, bring sanity to the situation and build the community for the future,” Durocher said. He emphasized that the Chamber of Commerce membership comes together with a shared interest in the economy and the future of the community. Networking, knowing, liking and trusting each other is important. As is finding solutions for each other’s problems. Immediate benefits will follow after an individual business is recommended to another business within the organization. The community will grow economically as long as there are business transactions taking place. “Move forward, keep membership fees low and get as many businesses involved as you possibly can. As this is a rural municipality, agriculture is big business. All businesses need to be
represented. Not only will the Chamber of Commerce businesses benefit, but the township as a whole will,” Durocher added. “You are the forefathers of a new entity that you can bring to light. With a cooperative attitude you will be able to attain benefits including group insurance and discounts not currently available to your business,” Durocher said. A new book, the first full length history of the Chambers of Commerce in the United States titled The Magicians of Main Street written by Chris Mead, describes how the chambers changed the nation’s finance and currency, public health, public works, local government and cultural life. Teams of businessmen and women built up their communities and shaped the country into what it is today. This book is highly recommended by Durocher for any business owner. Interested individuals will be meeting over the summer with Durocher to discuss the planned launch of the Mapleton Chamber of Commerce in September. Items on the agenda will include bylaws, board members, budgets, membership fees and services. Chamber officials from the cities of Cambridge and Kitchener-Waterloo will be assisting with the reestablishment of the Mapleton Chamber of Commerce. For more information on the Mapleton Chamber of Commerce contact the Mapleton Township office at 519-638-3313.
(LMH) catchment areas of: Town of Minto, Townships of Wellington North, Southgate and West Grey – Normanby Ward: o Brian McMahon o Brian Milne
• One (1) - two (2) year vacancy as PDH Director-at-large: o Gary Schumacher
There remains one (1) vacancy available on the Board of Directors, but nominations are closed at this time for consideration at the Annual General Meeting.
BY-LAW AMENDMENTS
Notice is also hereby given that By-law Amendments will be presented for confirmation and approval at this Annual Meeting. Copies of the By-law and Amendments are available for inspection prior to the meeting at the Administration Office during normal business hours 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
NORTH WELLINGTON HEALTH CARE COMMUNITY REPORT 2016-17
We are proud to share with our community the North Wellington Health Care Community Report 2016-17, a showcase of our many successes & innovations. Copies are available after June 15, 2017, upon request from Mary MacDonald, Administration Office Phone (519) 323-3333 ext. 2256 or E-mail: mmacdonald@nwhealthcare.ca and will also available on our website www.nwhealthcare.ca
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PROCLAMATION
Month June 1 – 30, 2017 Canadian studies - Community Christian School students, from left, Noah Abel, Stephanie Mohl, Gabe VanAnkum, and Josh VanderLaan had a replica of the Canadarm remote control robotic arm on display at the school’s Canada 150 celebration and community barbecue. The students travelled to Woodland Christian High School in Breslau to create their models with the robotic team at the high school. The celebration and barbecue on May 25 at the Drayton Mapleton Agricultural Hall featured displays of various Canadian inventions, historical sites, agriculture and sports. Photos by Caroline Sealey
WHEREAS Seniors’ Month is an annual province-wide celebration; WHEREAS seniors have contributed and continue to contribute immensely to the life and vibrancy of this community;
WHEREAS seniors continue to serve as leaders, mentors, volunteers and important and active members of this community;
WHEREAS their contributions past and present warrant appreciation and recognition and their stories deserve to be told;
WHEREAS the health and well-being of seniors is in the interest of all and further adds to the health and well-being of the community;
WHEREAS the knowledge and experience seniors pass on to us continues to benefit all; and
I, Mayor Driscoll, do hereby proclaim June 1 to 30, 2017 Seniors’ Month in the Township of Mapleton and encourage all citizens to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of our seniors.
Skype research - Community Christian School students, from left: Kees Droogers, Richard DeWeerd, Victoria Smith and Jason Brouwer used several forms of research on their topic, National Parks of Canada. Through the use of modern technology in the form of Skype and online websites plus reference books, the group focused on five of Canada’s 43 National Parks. Of interest to the group was Quttinirpaaq National Park, Canada’s most northern park, which is home to mountains, polar bears and narwhals.
School officer named Upper Grand ‘Everyday Hero’ By Jaime Myslik WELLINGTON COUNTY – Two staff members at area schools have been named Everyday Heroes by the Upper Grand District School Board. Centre Wellington District High School’s Kim Sonnet is a child and youth counsellor at the school and OPP constable Steven Wing is a school resource officer at Norwell District Secondary School. Steven Wing was sur-
prised he won the award. “I didn’t expect it,” he told the Community News. “I’m very, STEVEN I guess, appreWING ciative and overwhelmed with the fact that I did win the award.” This is Wing’s second year at Norwell as the school’s resource officer and he says he’s at the school every day unless there are extenuating
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NOTICE Special Meeting of Council Maryborough Community Centre Project TAKE NOTICE of the date and time of the following Corporation of the Township of Mapleton Special Meeting of Council:
Tuesday, June 6, 2017, 7:00 p.m. Location: 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers For the following reason: Maryborough Community Centre (MCC) presentation Council direction on the MCC project An agenda will be available on the Township of Mapleton web-site prior to the meeting. DATED this 17th day of May, 2017 in the Township of Mapleton.
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By Rev. Calvin Brown
What does it mean? “What does this mean?” is the question the people were asking when strange things began to happen in their lives. The account in the book of Acts says the close followers of Jesus were all together in one place and so it wasn’t just a personal hallucination but a group experience that set a number of them on a new direction for life. Here is a first-hand account of what they experienced. 2 Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3 They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. 4 All of them were filled with
the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them. (Acts 2:2-4 NIV) They had a new experience. It had the result of changing them from cautious, frightened people pleasers into bold and courageous people. They transformed from people hesitant to live life to the full to being risk takers, emboldened to risk their whole lives for a vital cause and in pursuit of a relationship rooted in eternal truth. Sometimes our lives seem boring and dull. We can feel so distracted, frightened, and separated from any excitement that we hardly care if we live or die. But when the Holy Spirit comes and we sense his presence and allow him to possess us and lead us then life
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is so full and complete that we scarcely can keep up. The people in the story felt a great power (in the form of a mighty wind blowing). It was no ordinary gust but they felt it was a spiritual force – a heavenly presence. It wasn’t just on one of them but the whole group felt this presence. Then they saw tongues of fire separate from a huge central flame and it rested on each one. Each one knew they had been chosen by God and that the light of heaven hovered over them. This enabled them to be open to obey God’s leading and they completely opened themselves to be channels of what God desired to do in and through them. They were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak the message of God in various languages – some were lan-
guages they hadn’t learned or studied but the crowds that were drawn to them heard the gospel of Jesus in their own language. This was a miracle! It is my experience when we open ourselves to be filled by the Holy Spirit (especially as a church) we begin to experience these amazing acts of God in our midst. They may not be supernatural always but can be just amazing acts of love or revelations of things hidden that get revealed. But in all this it is clearly not business as usual and not life as predictable. Life becomes truly exciting and meaningful. God is near and you know your place and purpose in the universe. That is what happened to the close followers of Jesus when the Holy Spirit came on them. Their lives began
to touch others lives until as the account in Acts tells us there where thousands who joined this movement. Peter stands up in the public square and explains what is going on: 14 “Fellow Jews and all of you who live in Jerusalem, let me explain this to you; listen carefully to what I say. 15 These people are not drunk, as you suppose. It’s only nine in the morning! 16 No, this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel: 17 “‘In the last days, God says: I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions,your old men will dream dreams. 18 Even on my servants, both men and women, I will pour out my Spirit in those days, and they will prophesy. 21 And everyone who calls
on the name of the Lord will be saved.’ Perhaps you are a Christian bored with life or someone who doesn’t feel very spiritual at all or even someone who feels they don’t deserve a full life because they’ve messed up once too often. Let me encourage you to take some time on this Holy Spirit (Pentecost) weekend and talk to God about full life He has planned for you. Remember his promise made through his spokesman Jeremiah: 11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Read Jeremiah 29:11 New International Version (NIV)) I’m excited to see your new Spirit filled life.
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His presence is important to Grade 12 student and nominator Jake Bloemberg. “It just gives us that sense that someone’s there and he does do a good job making sure all the police issues are solved,” Bloemberg said. But it’s the connection with the students that Wing said he likes to focus on. “When we were growing up the only time you’d meet a police officer ... or the first time, is when you get pulled over in your car and it’s not necessarily a positive experience at that point in time,” Wing explained. “I go out of my way to try to build a lot of bridges with the youth and let them know these are our duties, this is what we do, this is how we police and show them that we’re not a negative part of society.” Bloemberg said one of the reasons he nominated Wing was because of his approachable demeanor. “He’s always around the school, he’s always a friendly person, he makes friends with all the students in the school and he’s good at his job and he goes above and beyond just to know everyone and be there for you,” Bloemberg said. Teacher Sarrah Beemer, another one of Wing’s nominators, said he works in a proactive and preventative way. “I just see that he has become ... part of our school community,” she said. “We refer to Norwell as having like a family and he’s friendly and outgoing to all of our students and I think there’s a noticeable difference with him in our building.” Wing said he also goes into civic and law classes at
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We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved You dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose You, You did not go alone; for part of us went with You, the day God called You home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see You, You are always at our side.
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the school to talk to students about law, policing and courtroom proceedings. Of the law classes Wing said, “a lot of times there’s at least three to four youth in that class that want to become police officers so I start helping them out, letting them know what it all involves and you know the scope of what we do and where you can specialize and things.” Wing has been an OPP officer since January 2002 but Norwell is his first school placement. “I applied for this position,” he said. “I had looked into it years ago thinking that I might like it.
“I enjoy the interaction with the youth and getting to know them and helping them through any of their struggles here.” One of the ways Wing helps them, beyond his duties as the school’s resource officer, is through coaching cross country and helping with the school’s running club. “I’m a runner through and through,” Wing said. “That’s my passion but running helped me through high school ... you remember back where you make mountains out of the mole hills and then you get older and you realize that wasn’t really that big of a deal ... running helped me through all that stuff, any stresses I had and that’s how
I relieve stress now is run. “Just helping out with that and I enjoy it.” But Wing said he doesn’t do any of his work for recognition. “I come to work, I do my job and you know what?” he said. “I can look myself in the mirror and go to sleep and I’m happy.” Sonnet and Wing were joined by fellow county Everyday Hero award winners Tara Armstrong of Victoria Terrace Public School in Fergus and Lynn Clack of Rockwood Centennial Public School, along with seven other board recipients, at an awards ceremony at E. L. Fox Auditorium at John F. Ross CVI in Guelph on May 30.
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Celebration - Doug Arndt has been providing collision and refinishing services to the Mapleton community for 25 years. From left: accountant Denise Arndt, Doug Arndt, Axalta technical sales rep Dan Dias, NAPA CMAX representatives Mike Remers, body shop manager Dave Arndt and painter Steve Montanaro. Photo by Caroline Sealey
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years. Axalta supplies all the paint products needed to run a the collision center. To show its appreciation to Arndt and his employees, Axalta, along with Napa CMAX (the Jobber who supplies Axalta products to Arndt), hosted a celebratory barbecue. Axalta trechnical sales representative Dan Dias said, “On behalf of Axalta coatings systems we would like to say thank you for being our partner for 25 years. Congratulations to the staff at Doug Arndt’s ... 25 years is a big accomplishment and we are glad we are spending it with you.” On display at the barbecue were photos, newspaper articles and promotional materials showcasing the
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