Drayton Community News July 18, 2014

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Poster girls - Drayton Terry Fox Run/Walk/Bike organizers met recently to plan this year’s event. From left: Dale Franklin, Theresa Scholten, Hennie Klaassen and Louise Ellis unpack the 2014 posters and pledge sheets. Both will be distributed throughout Drayton and Moorefield by early August, with the run being held on Sept. 14. photos by Sue Hogenkamp

Work has begun for Terry Fox Run by Sue Hogenkamp DRAYTON - Drayton’s Terry Fox Run organizers met recently to plan this year’s event. Scheduled for the afternoon of Sept. 14 in conjunction with runs held across the country, the 2014 run will mark the 34th annual Marathon of Hope to raise funds for cancer research. Those who enjoy getting together with family, friends and neighbours, who want to feel good about doing something that can really make a difference, and are able to walk, jog, run, roller blade or ride a bike, are encouraged to come to the local event, which starts at the old arena at the fairgrounds. Registration occurs between noon and 1:25pm, with the “Grand Send Off” at 1:30pm. Participants have the choice of a two kilometre mini-route through town, or a 10km scenic country route. During registration, a host of fun activities are planned, including live music and face painting. Barbecued food and ice cream will be available for purchase before and after the run. Pledge sheets will be available for pickup at businesses in Drayton and Moorefield early in August, or can be downloaded by going to terryfox. org. Pledges can also be collected online by following the easy step-by-step directions on the foundation’s website. Participants are also encouraged to check out the new 2014 Terry Fox T-shirt, which will soon be available for purchase at Blooming Dale’s in a variety of adult and youth sizes. This year’s shirt is navy and sports a determined Terry Fox in mid stride, along with a portion of Terry’s journal in his

However, he noted consideration could be given to closure of a bridge on Sideroad 17, a seasonal road with no winter maintenance, as an alternative to replacement of the structure. The savings from the closure would be $140,000. The issue of proceeding with the work based on a quote from one company was raised at the June 24 meeting. Councillor Mike Downey, who was absent from that meeting, raised the question again on July 8. “I have an issue with disregarding our purchasing policy,” said Downey “It might be the only way we can do it this year,” said Mayor Bruce Whale. “I think in retrospect we would have asked Reeves to come back and not give us quotes,” said councillor Andy Knetsch. “Frankly I think we shouldn’t have done that. Hindsight’s always 20/20, but that’s where we’re at.” “If we’re challenged by another company for not making it public, can we defend this?” asked Downey. “I don’t know legally whether we can defend it or

not and I’m not going to try and make a legal argument,” responded Whale. “I believe that council has the authority to waive any of its policies. That’s not to say we wouldn’t get some feedback on it. It’s not the ideal way to go,” said CAO Patty Sinnamon. “That’s kind of my point,” said Downey. Councillor Neil Driscoll said council felt it needed additional input beyond a bridge and culvert assessment done by the engineering firm of R.J. Burnside for the township. “We looked at the bridge report from Burnside and thought we should be getting another opinion,” said Driscoll. He asked what the annual cost of the $1-million debenture would be. Sinnamon said it would be $151,000. Council passed a motion to forgo the work on Sideroad 17 for the time being. However, no decision was made on closing the bridge. A resolution waiving the procurement policy and authorizing staff to proceed with the rest of the bridge work as outlined in the Reeves report was also passed.

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Terry’s T’s - Drayton’s Terry Fox Run head organizer, Louise Ellis, left, and committee member Dale Franklin unveil the 2014 navy blue T-shirt design. The words on the shirt are from an actual journal entry in Terry’s own writing. Soon to be available for viewing and purchase at Blooming Dale’s, all proceeds from shirt sales will go directly to cancer research. own writing, outlining that first momentous day as he began his cross country run to help stop the suffering of cancer patients. All proceeds from shirt sales go towards cancer research. There are many other walks and runs to help raise funds for various charities, but the Terry Fox Run is the original, with the largest percentage of funds raised going directly to cancer research. Organizers are proud to report that Drayton’s Terry Fox Run regularly ranks among the top runs in the province for revenue per capita, and is the top run for overall revenue in Wellington County, other than the City of Guelph. One need only look at the planning committee for this event to realize cancer research is saving lives. Half of the group is made up of cancer survivors, while the other half includes those with fam-

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by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - Council has waived requirements of the township’s purchasing policy in order to proceed in a timely fashion with work on municipal bridges. Council agreed to proceed with most of the bridge work outlined in quotes provided by Reeves Construction Limited for $611,562 plus HST with the addition of $8,500 (plus HST) for additional slope protection for a structure on Concession 14 and a $65,000 contingency allowance. Staff were also directed at the July 8 meeting to approve a $1-million debenture to cover the cost of the 2014 bridge work and street light upgrades throughout the township. The decision came after recently-hired public works director Brad McRoberts had a chance to review a bridge repair report deferred by council on June 24. McRoberts also consulted with the township’s engineers and Reeves Construction officials. Based on his review, McRoberts recommended on July 8 proceeding as proposed at the June 24 meeting.

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ily members who have battled the disease. Indeed, Drayton’s Terry Fox Run honours cancer survivors and their friends and families who would like to join the battle and help end the suffering of others. Perhaps Terry summed it up best when he said, “It took cancer to make me realize that being self-centred is not the way to live. The answer is to try and help others.” And when he was unable to complete his epic journey because his cancer returned, he pleaded, “Even if I don’t finish, we need others to continue. It’s got to keep going without me.” Drayton organizers urge, “Let’s work together to outrun, out-walk and out-bike cancer on Sept. 14.” For more information, to make a donation or to volunteer, contact Louise Ellis at 519-638-2120.

MAPLETON – The township’s books are in good shape and residents pay their taxes promptly, the municipality’s auditors told council on July 8. Matt Venne of Robinson, Lott and Brohman Chartered Accountants provided council with the annual auditor’s report at the meeting. He noted the municipality’s cash position is slightly distorted by a $1.5million insurance payment set aside for rebuilding of the township’s main public works

shop, which burned down in December. “When you come down to bottom line, if you account for two factors, it’s basically bang on,” Venne explained, noting funds set aside to be spent on capital projects later this year are also inflating the municipality’s cash position. “We’re quite comfortable that when you adjust for accrual changes, that your numbers are reasonably good this year,” said Venne. He also noted the munici-

pality has a much higher percentage of taxes collected than most other municipalities with which the firm works. “You’re actually the best news story that we’ve had so far,” he pointed out. “Your staff’s been working hard and people have been paying.” Venne told council that, “Overall you’re accomplishing your goals and you’re meeting your budget.” “Hopefully we can have similar figures for 2014,” said Mayor Bruce Whale.

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skills and confidence at an Tanis Cowan knew a great MYC’s interactive system early ageâ€? said Ms. Tanis. music opportunity when she motivates and engages parents Remains moved - Remains She offers four of MYC’s saw it five years ago, after and children, nurturing family from a pioneer cemetery redismusic programs: Sunrise, being introduced to a unique bonds and delivering valuable in July of 2013 during Sunshine, Sunbeam and program called Promote Music for co-learning your experiences while covered construction in a Drayton subMoonbeam. Children who developing a firm, fundamental Young Children (MYC). division were recently moved complete the most advanced Having taught private piano understanding of music. for re-interment. Mapleton level of MYC are well preA unique aspect of MYC is lessons drayton@wellingtonadvertiser.com for 15 years, Ms. Tanis, CAO Patty Sinnamon told the pared for early intermediate as her students call her, was the parent learns along with the Community News in an email piano studies, or the study of looking to expand her teaching child because they are so the developer, Glenaviland another instrument. horizons and her music studio, involved. In fact, Ms. Tanis Development Corporation, Tasha Post 519.638.5183 Sunrise is a pre-keyboard credits the success of the proand found it through MYC. obtained permission from the music and movement program Ms. Tanis recognized the gram to the parents of her stuRegistrar, Funeral, Burial and that teaches music concepts program’s potential since it had dents. Cremation Services to relocate through singing, rhythm and “I am the teacher once a never been offered in Drayton, the remains to the Drayton games. 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New entrance signs approved by council by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON – The municipality’s new logo will soon be seen on signs around the township. Council agreed at the July 8 meeting to accept a quote from Cedar Signs to provide new township entrance signs for a cost of $676 each. “There are eight signs in total to be replaced across the township. The current sign structures are in good shape

and new signs can be installed in the seven original locations,” explained business development and marketing coordinator Crystal Ellis. “The additional sign will replace the entrance sign located at [Wellington Road 8] and [Wellington Road 17].” Five quotes were received for the project, which was included in the 2014 budget, she said. The signs will be made of an aluminum/plastic

composite “which is impervious to moisture and rust,” stated Ellis. The reflective sheeting has a manufacturer rated engineer grade of 5+ years, after which time it will lose reflective intensity gradually. Ellis said the signs, which will also promote the township’s website, will be installed by Mapleton staff. “We’re soon to be surrounded by our new logo,” noted Mayor Bruce Whale.

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Plantings have cumulative effect seen throughout Mapleton Township MAPLETON - When you live in a place for a long time, you start to take things for granted or not even notice things at all. I would encourage you as you drive around our township to see the difference, over time, that farmers and property owners are making together to add trees to the rural landscape. Having lived in the township for over 30 years now, I see many changes. As you travel around Mapleton you might see a windbreak that was planted over 30 years ago, a new windbreak just starting to show along a fence line, shelterbelts protecting a farm and its buildings from the summer and winter elements, trees planted along creek banks, living snow fences in the fields helping to make roads safer, and larger block plantings of trees. Windbreaks are an important feature in our landscape. They work well to protect the soil and crops from wind and erosion. They can work well to slow the wind in areas that are open and have wide sweeps of fields. This prevents topsoil from ending up in the ditch. Wind erosion is more easily noticed in winter when the soil stains the snowdrifts along the road. If you see snow blowing across the road, take note of what is (or is not) there. These may be areas that could really benefit from having a windbreak planted. In the past, windbreaks were made up of three to four rows of trees. However, planting a single row of trees can still be quite effective. Between 1998 and 2013, Mapleton residents have collectively planted 102 kilometres of windbreaks in the township. To visualize that,

think of a row of trees planted all the way to Guelph and back. This doesn’t include the many windbreaks that were planted before 1998 in the township. More areas could benefit from windbreaks. Some concessions are covered better than others. Between 1998 and 2013, we have planted over 15 kilometres of shelterbelts in Mapleton around our farmsteads. Shelterbelts seem to really improve the look of a farm or property. But, more importantly, they add real value in protecting buildings and animals from the weather and help us save on heating and cooling costs. Depending on the property, trees can actually help keep snow out of the yard and reduce the time spent removing snow. It always pays to think long-term when planting shelterbelts and get the advice of a tree specialist. They know what works well and where the trees should be planted. Riparian buffers or creek buffers often include vegetation of shrubs and trees along the watercourse. These help prevent precious soil from running off the fields, shade the water running through the creek, stabilize the banks and keep nutrients in the field. Of all the areas on our farms and properties, riparian (creek) buffers have the most potential to improve our impact on the environment (especially our water) and they take very little land out of production. Over 21 kilometres of creeks in Mapleton have had trees planted along them between 1998 and 2013. There are many more areas in the township that could benefit from a riparian buffer. When planting a buffer, a tree specialist can help

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by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - Council here is preparing for the possibility they will be relegated to “lame duck” status before the Oct. 27 municipal election. A council becomes “lame duck” and restricted from taking certain actions if, after the close of nominations on Sept. 12, it is certain that a minimum number of members of the existing council will not be on the new council. If the number of council members is to remain unchanged after the election, that figure is three-quarters of the existing council. Restrictions include: - appointment or removal from office of any officer of the municipality; - hiring or dismissal of any employee of the municipality;

by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON – Council here is set to approve the construction of a second residence on a rural property in the township. Wallenstein area resident Sidney Brubacher has applied for a rezoning of a 29-hectare parcel of land on Wellington Road 86 in order to build a second residence for his son, who will take over the family farm when Brubacher retires. The current agricultural (A) zone does not permit a second single-detached residence on a parcel of land with an area of less than 35 hectares. “The applicant’s property is 72.3 acres, 13.7 acres short of meeting the zoning bylaw’s 86

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decision and inform the sitting council at the earliest convenience and incorporate any subsequent permissible revisions. Few incumbents in running If the election were to be held based on nominations filed as of this week’s Community News deadline, only one existing council member, either of the two mayoral candidates Neil Driscoll and Jim Curry, would be on the new council. There are currently five non-incumbents running for the four councillor positions: Lori Woodham, Albert Runstedler, Angie Culp, Nadia Sommerville and Paul Douglas. Council directed staff to prepare a delegation bylaw to be presented for consideration at the July 22 meeting.

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Successful VBS program provides water for Rwanda VBS wraps up - Vacation Bible School was held in Drayton from July 7 to 11 at the Drayton Reform Church and was open to all children in the community, from JK to Grade 5. This year one of the themes was “Pouring out God’s Love” and involved raising funds for a community in Rwanda (with the same population as Mapleton Township) to provide children with clean drinking water and a chance to have a better life and better health. Organizers estimate more than $1,500 was raised for Rwanda through VBS, which involved 190 children and 100 volunteers. ABOVE: Students take part in the closing ceremonies. LEFT: Lori Nauta, part of a Canadian mission team that travelled to Kigeme, Rwanda in August 2012, shared her story with the children at VBS on July 9.

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A gift we must keep giving They call it the “gift of life” for good reason. Blood transfusions save the lives of critically ill or injured patients, and improve the health of many more. However, it’s also a gift we must, so to speak, keep on giving. Blood is perishable and the Canadian Blood Service (CBS) has only about four to six days supply of blood on hand at any given time. This just-in-time inventory situation means patients must depend on a constant stream of donors. On average, someone in Canada requires blood every 60 seconds and demand for blood is growing steadily by two per cent each year, meaning an additional 17,000 donations will be required this year. The good news is, each donation can help save up to three lives. Summertime is traditionally tough sledding for the CBS. Vacation schedules make many regular donors unavailable and leave school-based clinics without a built-in supply of donors. With blood inventories at their lowest levels, local organizations are making extra efforts to attract donors. Mapleton Township emergency services personnel have joined with Wellington County OPP and area fire departments in the Sirens for Life Campaign. Emergency responders see the need for blood donations first hand and this campaign allows these men and women to help save more lives by donating blood. Local volunteers have also initiated a church challenge (see letter below), with local congregations urged to encourage members between 17 and 70 to come to the next donor clinic at Community Christian School in Drayton on July 28. No matter the reason for participating in a blood drive, the results are always the same: another chance at life, or improved life quality, for someone in need of your help. To book an appointment call 1-888-236-6283 or book online at www.blood.ca. Patrick Raftis

Letter to the Editor Churches challenged Dear Editor: You may be aware from the Canadian Blood Services advertisements in the media that donations are at an alltime low. In an effort to increase blood donations in Drayton, local volunteers met recently with Canadian Blood Services. After discovering that 23 per cent of the donors at our last clinic were from one congregation - Community Mennonite Fellowship - it was decided to initiate a church challenge. Please encourage everyone in your congregation between 17 and 70 to come to our next

clinic on July 28 (Note: the upper age limit for first-time donors is 61). A volunteer will keep track of the donations. I will notify all the churches that accepted the challenge which of our congregations donated the most units (since some people are rejected through no fault of their own, anaemia, etc., they will also be counted). Who will be the winners? We all will! Let’s make our community blood donating champions. Call to book an appointment today. Sue Bauman, Moorefield

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Letter to the Editor VBS 2014 Dear Editor: What a great week we had at Weird Animals Vacation Bible School this summer from July 7 to 11. We had 190 kids running through the church every day. Thanks so much to all who volunteered to make this wonderful program happen. Without

you we wouldn’t be able to run such a successful program. We had 100 volunteers from various churches help out. Thanks also to those who prayed, donated food items, helped with decorations or simply sent your son or daughter. What a blessing to live in such a wonderful supportive

community! It was very evident there was a lot of learning going on through fun activities. The children not only learned Bible stories but got to help out with important ministries locally and globally. Our mission project this year was “Pouring Out God’s Love” and

we raised over $1,500, which will be used to provide clean drinking water to children in Rwanda. See you next year at VBS where the theme is Everest… Conquering Challenges with God’s Mighty Power. Sue Bauman, Moorefield

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Mapleton Musings Column courtesy of Mapleton Historical Society

Rothsay Women’s Institute The Rothsay branch of the Women’s Institute was organized at a meeting on Feb. 11, 1908 with 14 members. The group’s charter members were: Mrs. William Art, Mrs. William Pollock, Mrs. John Hanna, Mrs. R. A. Treleaven, Miss Kezia Duckering, Mrs. John Crocker Sr., Mrs. Caleb Lowes, Miss Lizzie Duckering, Mrs. E. Benson, Miss Myrtle Woods, Miss Mary Philp, Miss Nettie Noble, Mrs. George Hicks and Mrs. Luke Rhame. At first, the ladies held their monthly meetings in the members’ homes.

The Temperance Hall, built by the Order of Good Templers about 1883, was the first public building, with the exception of the churches, in Rothsay. By 1910 the women were holding their monthly meetings there as well as their fund raising events. Their first concert, in March 1910, raised $12.66 from the admissions of 15 cents for adults and 10 cents for children. Quite a successful event considering the hall would hold only about 150 people. The group held box socials, baking and fancy work competitions, concerts and bazaars.

The proceeds of these events were used for the branch’s work in the community and for the Red Cross during the World Wars. In 1919 the institute members decided to spearhead improvements to the Derryadd Cemetery. With the support and help of people from the community a new fence surrounded the cemetery, monuments were straightened, plots leveled and a new tool house built. This enabled the caretaker to keep the grass trimmed and the cemetery tidy. In 1932 a Community Board, appointed by the plot

holders took over the administration of the cemetery. Today this cemetery continues to be administered by a community board. The Temperance Hall was purchased by the Canadian Order of Foresters in 1914. It continued to be the meeting place for the institute, the Loyal Orange Lodge and other community groups. By 1943 the Foresters membership had dwindled, their funds were very limited, and the hall was badly in need of repair. The hall was to be sold. It was rumored the property would be sold for a commercial feed establishment that might

build a mill. Many in the community were concerned with the loss of the only public meeting place in Rothsay, and that the location, next door to the United Church, should be used for a commercial enterprise. The Women’s Institute decided to purchase the hall, if it could be had for $250. At the auction sale the institute ladies were successful in their bid. They got the hall for $250 and paid $58 for contents, benches, chairs, lamps, etc. There was only one hitch. The members of the Institute felt the funds they had rightfully should be used for Red

Cross work. Remember this was during the Second World War and the ladies, like every other Institute branch, were concentrating on the war efforts. They decided to canvas the area for the necessary funds to complete their purchase. A total of $322 was raised in that canvas. The ladies had enough to pay for their purchase and to make some necessary repairs to the hall! Thus did the Women’s Institute of Rothsay provide a hall for public use, as well as supporting many other community needs as they served their home and country. submitted by Jean Campbell

Pettapiece still pushing insurance reform QUEEN’S PARK - PerthWellington MPP Randy Pettapiece is renewing his call for a long-term solution to reform joint and several liability insurance. The current insurance system is hurting taxpayers and municipalities, he said. During question period on July 8, Pettapiece demanded attorney general Madeleine Meilleur state when the government will come forward with reforms. “Minister, the time for consultations is over.

Municipalities have spoken… When will you get it done?” he asked. In February, Pettapiece introduced a private member’s motion, passed by all parties, calling for reform by June, 2014. His motion won statements of support from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the Insurance Bureau of Canada, insurance brokers, and over 210 municipalities across Ontario. He followed up by briefing the attorney general upon her appointment in March, and

asking for an update during a question period in April. In his response, Pettapeice says Meilleur failed to provide a date when change will be introduced, and said options are still under consideration. “The June deadline has passed, and the government has still not committed to getting this done,” commented Pettapiece. “In Perth-Wellington, our municipalities have called on the government to fix this, and I will continue to speak up for them.”

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Rodeo demo - Mapleton Martial arts students put on a demonstration of their sport at the recent Mapleton Rodeo in Moorefield. From left: Madison Heinbein, Sensei Christina Graf and Dawson Grey. photo by Caroline Sealey

CAMBRIDGE - A Trees and Trout workshop designed to help property owners from across the Grand River watershed learn what they can do on their land to help improve fish habitat in nearby waterways will be held here on Aug. 13. The workshop will be held on a farm with many great examples of river stewardship, organizers note. The main focus of the workshop is on planting native trees, shrubs and plants to create habitat and improve water quality in the nearby creek. However, the property also has great examples of

Conservation authorities encouraged by report NEWMARKET - Conservation Authorities are encouraged by a report released recently by the environmental commissioner of Ontario highlighting the need for additional investment in Conservation Authority flood programs in order to address the growing threat from extreme weather. The report, Looking for Leadership: The Costs of Climate Inaction, points out not taking action today to reduce carbon emissions and manage the flooding impacts from extreme weather will be even more expensive to manage in the future, creating significant public safety, environmental and economic implications. “We’re very pleased that the commissioner draws attention to areas within Conservation Authority flood management programs that need to be immediately addressed in order to continue to protect people and property,” said Kim Gavine, general manager of Conservation Ontario. Conservation Authority programs help the province meet its climate change adaptation objectives, specifically in areas such as flood management, stormwater runoff and water quality improvement, the organization notes. However, flood management programs require significant attention in

order to continue to be effective against more frequent and greater flood events. “Conservation Authorities are on the frontlines in dealing with the consequences of extreme weather across the province,” said Gavine. As the commissioner points out in this report, outdated floodplain mapping, aging infrastructure, and stressed operations hinder the authorities’ ability to continue to protect people and property from the impacts of extreme weather.” To flag their concerns Conservation Ontario worked with members to develop a Flood Business Case (Dodging the Perfect Storm, September 2013). Specific targets are identified that require immediate and long-term attention: - update floodplain mapping; - invest in Conservation Authority flood operations including monitoring programs; - address aging infrastructure, particularly in rural areas (Conservation Authorities operate 900 dams, dykes, channels and erosion control structures along rivers and shorelines with a replacement value of $2.9 billion); - develop an asset management strategy; - support ongoing investments in programs such as

green infrastructure, watershed management, and stewardship to build local resiliency against stormwater impacts. “We’re still in discussions with the province on this business case, but there are many competing funding needs,” stated Gavine. Flood management is a shared provincial and local government responsibility in Ontario with Conservation Authorities playing a significant role in protecting people and property from flooding. Conservation Authorities are partners in the Provincial Flood Forecasting and Warning program and provide flood monitoring, forecasting, and warning services and regulation of building in floodplains and other hazardous areas. Conservation Authorities also contribute to municipal emergency planning and preparedness activities, provide planning support and advice to municipalities to minimize flood impacts, and inform the public about flood safety. In addition, they work with the province and other agencies developing and implementing projects and programs that contribute to the province’s climate change adaptation efforts in Ontario. These include flood management, source protecContinued on next page

fencing, vegetation along the creek and cattle crossings. The workshop is free, but space is limited. Those interested in attending should RSVP by Aug. 11 to forestry specialist Myles Henderson at the GRCA 1-866-900-4722 ext. 2262 or mhenderson@grandriver.ca. The workshop will also provide information about: - funding opportunities for water quality improvement projects; - examples of many types of stewardship projects that improve nearby streams and rivers; and

- an electrofishing demonstration (weather permitting) to see what lives in Mill Creek and how it has been helped by changes on the land. While the workshop is on a farm in Mill Creek, it is open to all rural property owners in the watershed who live on or close to streams. The project funding is available to those with properties that are more than two hectares (five acres) in size and close to waterways. The workshop takes place from 7 to 8:30 pm at Paddock Farms, 4232 Wellington Road 35, Cambridge.

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Has this happened to you? Part two If anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: the old has gone, the new is here! (2 Cor. 5:17) Welcome back to part two of “Has this happened to you?” As we discussed before, a lot of incredible things happen when you accepted Jesus Christ as our personal Lord and savior. Here’s more. • You were reconciled. The day you experienced Jesus Christ, the enmity that existed between you and God

was totally done away with. The quarrel was bridged and your relationship with him was changed. You were, in fact, restored to fellowship and union with God. This event, called reconciliation, was actually accomplished and finished on the cross before there was any corresponding action on your part whatsoever. But in order for it to be effective it had to be personal. And that day is was. • You were redeemed. When you came to Christ you were bought back and loosed from the bondage of sin by the payment of a price. Just like when you go to the market, you give money in exchange for a product and

take it home with you. It is now legitimately yours. No one else has any claim on it. It is all yours and you are free to use and enjoy it as you wish. Similarly, because you have been redeemed, you are now free to be who God created you to be. Your deliverance or release has come because a great price has been paid. Christ has become your redeemer. As such he has redeemed you from the curse, or penalty, of the law, he has redeemed you from iniquity the power of sin, and he has redeemed you even from Satan himself. Before we move to the next point remember three things:

- slavery is a state of sin out of which you were liberated; - the price that is paid for your redemption was high; and - the privileges that come out of it are enormous. • You were regenerated (reborn). When Christ came into your life your soul was radically and completely transformed by means of the Holy Spirit to the point that you became a completely new creature in Christ. This involved, in fact, the communication of divine life to your soul as a new nature was imparted to you. This involved a new intellect, new principles, new thoughts, new emotions, a new disposition, a new will,

new inclinations, new tastes, new actions and new habits. As a consequence of regeneration you gained the ability to exercise faith in Christ. You also obtained the witness of the Spirit that you are now God’s child (Rom. 8:16), along with a desire for fellowship with other followers of Christ. Furthermore, you started developing in the areas of practical righteousness, the ability to overcome temptation and the capacity to refrain from sin. • You were adopted. You were not originally born into the family of God. The day you became a follower of Christ, you were placed there as an adult son or daughter. You were adopted

into God’s family and became a member in his household. Now God counts or sees you as having all the rights, privileges and inheritance that come through membership in his family. This was an act of eternity past which was implemented when you accepted Christ as your savior. The outcome of your adoption was fantastic. Not only were you delivered from the law, you also received the inheritance of Holy Spirit as an initial “payment” along with all the assurance you need, as the Holy Spirit bore witness with your spirit that you are now, in fact, God’s very own child.

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Recently Gary and I watched a program on TVO about the Appalachian Mountains and trail. What amazed me was what a young couple said. They are able to identify the voices of 200 or so birds. This month we finish up the (out of print) series from An Audubon Handbook - How to Identify Birds. Most birds have distinctive voices. Calls are generally short and simple. They express alarm, enable contact, threaten or scold. Songs are usually longer and more complex. They attract mates and claim breeding or feeding territory. Most birds have intricate vocal apparatus. Nocturnal birds, such as some owls, send unique calls making it quite simple. A whinny would be a screech owl; hooo hooo a great horned owl; whew whew a SawWhet owl. Members of the flycatcher family are visually quite plain and similar. Fortunately their sounds are often distinct. For example, “quick three beers” would be the olive sided flycatcher. “Pee-ah-wee” would be the eastern wood-pewee. “Fee Bee” would be eastern phoebe. It would be a special joy to hear a vireo, wren, bluebird and other thrushes, warbler, tanager or meadowlark. Still, I am thankful for common birds with beautiful songs such as the robin, cardinal, song sparrow, oriole and grosbeaks. This only touches on the variety of sweet (sometimes nerve jarring) songs and calls to be heard. Two methods of conveying bird voices are trans-literation (using human words, such as chick a dee dee dee) and description (honk, chip). If you find yourself in an area with a high tree canopy or dense brush, you will know it is difficult to see ‘who’ is making that unfamiliar sound. Quickly write down what you heard. This is easier said than done. You may see a new bird shortly, and combining both elements you might get an id. An example for me was the great crested flycatcher two summers ago. Studying bird sounds is a challenging but delightful task. Enjoy the experiences of summer birding. Until next month, Susan Warren

Stage comedy - Look No Hans, a fast-paced farce wraps up at the Drayton Festival Theatre July 19. The laughs are built around the escapades of a befuddled spy and his attempts to maintain his cover, his marriage and his mistress. For tickets or information go to www. draytonfestivaltheatre.com.

by Meagan Leonard DRAYTON – When Ben Bray and Kelly Bray-Dunning found out they were pregnant with their second child, they were hoping for a natural birth. However, son Kensington’s journey into the world on July 11 turned out to be anything but ordinary. After an adrenaline-fueled ride from Drayton to Groves hospital in Fergus, Kelly gave birth in the front seat of the couple’s Ford Focus, just steps away from the emergency room entrance bay. “It was pretty much the craziest thing I’ve ever experienced,” Ben Bray told the Community News. The couple was at home with a midwife Friday morning after Kelly had gone into labour. They figured they had enough time to make it to the hospital, but by 10am, she was already eight centimetres dilat-

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ed. She gave birth at 10:25am. For Bray, the drive to Fergus is still a bit of a blur. “From the moment we left the house, all the way there it was just adrenaline,” he says. “I didn’t really think that he would actually come out. I thought we would just make it to the hospital and then she’d have maybe an hour or so of pushing.” Kensington it seems, had other plans. “Just as I pulled into the hospital parking lot I heard a bit of a scream from her, and she said, ‘he’s here! He’s here!’ And I looked down and she had shorts on … and I saw an arm and a head coming out of the side of her shorts.” The couple’s midwife, who had followed them to the hospital, assessed the scene in the car and once it was determined the baby was breathing and crying, placed him in Kelly’s

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