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Study finds Mapleton needs water quantity policy MAPLETON - GRCA and Lake Erie Source Protection Region (LESPR) representatives told council here on Aug.13 that the township needs to be more careful when granting water extraction permits. A preliminary water quantity assessment, part of a tier three water budget study that began almost three years ago, found nine wells in neighbouring Centre Wellington Township are “at risk.” Using a model measuring municipal well levels and the geographical placement of aquifers, the study found that by 2041 current infrastructure would not be able to meet the demands of the projected population increase in Centre Wellington. It also raised concern over water taking in Mapleton. The area identified by the model as in need of protection extends into southern Mapleton Township. “It’s essentially a flag to say, ‘Okay, in this area ... we need to be more careful,’” explained LESPR program manager Martin Keller. “It doesn’t mean that there is no additional water. Other wells can be drilled.” However, it does mean greater consideration of water taking applications in the future. “There needs to be additional scrutiny or studies, assessments to go forward, and that’s the kind of dis-
cussions we will have going forward to figure out what kinds of policies we would propose,” Keller said. The study Assessment studies of watersheds are mandated under the Clean Water Act. The local study started with a tier one assessment in 2009 that looked at larger watershed areas. The project team behind the tier three study includes the GRCA (Grand River Conservation Authority), LESPR and municipal staff in Centre Wellington. There is also a provincial peer review team and R.J. Burnside and Associates Limited reviews the study on behalf of Centre Wellington and adjoining municipalities. Keller noted the preliminary tier three study has not yet been fully completed. More in the study is needed in order to determine “what is actually driving the risk.” The group hopes to finalize the work by the fall or winter. Mapleton council While the study focuses on the quantity of water in the area, councillor Paul Douglas wondered if the risk assessment also factors in water quality. “Specifically say, Alma is growing, or if we want Alma to grow and it’s on septic right now, are you looking at nitrate flowing in from septic systems or are there more restrictions on growth in say Alma when you are looking
at these types of things?” Douglas asked. Keller told council the study scope is limited under the Clean Water Act. “That is a very good question ... In this case it does exclude Alma because we are only looking at municipal residential drinking water systems, not private wells,” said Keller. Councillor Dennis Craven asked if the risk assessment was going to affect the quantity of water for wells within Mapleton. “I realize this is mostly to do with the ground water, but you did mention near the end of your talk about having to be careful,” said Craven. Keller explained the two systems are linked. “The focus again is on impact ... we will try to protect the municipal wells so they can provide water, but the protection measures we are likely going to be discussing and coming up with policies,” Keller said. Mayor Gregg Davidson asked whether the study found a decrease in aquifer levels and whether it has been affected by the weather. “I guess the short answer is probably no,” replied Keller. “Municipal draw, like the drawing of water through the municipal wells; there is going to be a decrease in the water levels around those wells. “The question is whether that reduction ... is sustainable.”
Plane crashes into Conestogo Lake MAPLETON – Transportation Safety Board officials are investigating an airplane crash here last week. Emergency crews responded to the crash on Conestogo Lake on Aug. 20 at around 10:50am. Wellington County OPP officials say the two occupants of the home-built, amphibious plane managed to escape with some assistance and make it to shore. The 71-year-old pilot and 61-year-old passenger were transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.
Plane crash - Emergency crews responded to an Aug. 14 airplane crash on Conestogo Lake. Submitted photo The Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) and the Transportation
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Modern classic - ABOVE: George White of Arthur poses with his 2015 Dodge Hellcat at the 11th annual Alma Car Show on Aug. 24. BELOW: Harvey and Doris Coote of Petersburg pose with their 1940 GMC truck at the 11th annual Alma car show at the Alma Community Centre on Aug. 24. Additional photos on page 2. Photos by Mike Robinson
Council endorses scope, process for creating recreation master plan By Patrick Raftis MINTO – Town council has endorsed the scope and process proposed by municipal staff to create a recreation master plan in-house. An outline of the project’s scope was presented by acting CAO Chris Harrow at the Aug. 6 council meeting. The intent of the exercise is to create a guiding document for the town that: - develops a clear plan on recreational needs for the community’; - identifies a direction for current and future recreational facilities; - formulates key strategies for cultural, programming and all other facets of
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recreation; and - provides an accountability mechanism to ensure the plan is followed appropriately when recreation-related decisions need to be made. Harrow’s report notes the project scope was presented to the parks and recreation advisory committee (PRAC) in June and again in July. “PRAC fully endorsed the plan and agree completing a bulk of the research and planning in house is the most effective way to complete the project,” Harrow states. A task force consisting of community members from various age groups and backgrounds will be selected from local residents who will be asked to submit their name
and a description of why they want to be a part of the process. Harrow pointed out there will be one member of PRAC and no council members on the committee. “It’s a separate task force that involves key people that are involved in different areas of recreation, culture and other areas that are on this task force,” Harrow told council. “That task force would answer to PRAC and (PRAC) would answer to you, so there’s checks and balances all the way along.” The task force will focus on one or two topics per fourto six-week period, gathering SEE RECREATION » 8
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Conestoga Sailing Club members win North American championship TORONTO - A North American sailing championship trophy has returned to Conestoga Sailing Club after more than 50 years, as Leo and Joanne Van Kampen scored a four-race sweep in very tricky conditions on Toronto’s Humber Bay on Aug . 17 and 18. “We read the wind right, we managed to get great starts in clear air, and set our sails well” said Leo. “Everything just came together this time. It was a wonderful experience” Joanne added. The Van Kampen’s first introduction to sailing came when Joanne gave Leo a gift of sailing lessons at the Conestoga Sailing Club about 15 years ago. “We got the bug” said Leo. “We started with lessons and just went from there. “The basics of sailing were easy to grasp, and there is always more to
Sailing champions - CWA vice-commodore Jan d’Ailly, centre, presents the North American championship trophy to Leo and Joanne Van Kampen, the 2019 North American Wayfarer champions. The couple won all four races over a tough fleet in tricky conditions. The Henry Croce Trophy thus returned to the Conestoga Sailing Club for the first time since Peter and Maggie Bassin (W421) took the title back in 1968. Submitted photo learn and put into practice.” “We first sailed the club boats and then bought our own.
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Drayton Rotary Club meeting. Meet at Drayton Chop House, supper 6pm, meeting 6:30pm. All Welcome. Info: Lorrie 519-998-2154.
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St. Martin's 16th Annual Chicken BBQ, 5–7pm, St. Martin's Parish Hall, 12 Union St. Drayton BBQ chicken, baked potato, veggie, coleslaw, bun & dessert. Eat in/take out. Adults $16, Kids 6-12: $8. Tickets: Daryl 519-575-2656/519-638-5428.
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22nd Annual CCS Golf Tournament, Elmira Golf Club. Features lunch, 18 holes, carts, putting, contests, supper & awards. Registration: 11am, BBQ Lunch: 11:30am, Tee off: 12:30pm. Register by Aug. 31, $130pp. Info: Teresa 226-750-6321.
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Drayton Rotary Cruise Night, 6-8pm, Main St. W. across from the fire hall, weather permitting. Enjoy a BBQ, 50/50 draw and plenty of cars coming from all over the area. Admission: donation to food bank.
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Harriston-Minto 160th Fall Fair: “Family Ties & Homemade Pies” Fri: Fair opening, Pie & Pork Auctions; Sat: Horse & Mutt Shows, Midway, Parade, Horse Pull; Sun: Breakfast, Soap Box Derby, Antique Vehicles, Demolition Derby. Visit website for details.
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Events mark highlight in Mennonite history NEW HOLLAND, PA – A lecture and bus tour in Pennsylvania Oct. 25 and 26 will celebrate the life of Mennonite pioneer Peter Martin, marking the 200-year anniversary of his move to the Waterloo-Woolwich area in 1819. The lecture will feature Lloyd Weiler of Manhein
Pennsylvania and Canadian historian Clair Frey, covering the family’s immigration to Weaverland Valley in Lancaster County, PA, Martin’s life in Weaverland and his move to Canada. For more information or to register for the tour, contact Ronald Martin at 519746-7666.
Mapleton Ladies Slo-Pitch Standings After sixteen weeks of play here are the current Mapleton Ladies Slo-Pitch Standings:
# 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Teams Fuzion Red Sox Diamond Divas Titans Matadors Spirits Cleats n' Cleavage Brew Jays Gators Panthers Swingers WOW Ball Busters Pitches be Crazy Base-ic Pitches Hot Flashes
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Losses 0 2 2 3 5 7 7 6 7 7 9 8 10 12 13 14
Ties 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0
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Celebrating 140 years of farm, family and fun at Palmerston Fair
TOP: Members of the Minto Dance Academy offer some sunflower power to the fair parade in Palmerston. BELOW: Lynne Felkar and Janice Benson of the Raw Carrot serve up various soups in the Savour the Flavour portion of the fair.
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Township to sell surplus Glen Allan land By Aryn Strickland MAPLETON - The township here announced in a press release on Aug. 15 that it intends to sell surplus lands located at 15 Hill Street in Glen Allan. Council considered the matter during a meeting in January and directed staff to proceed with various preliminary steps. The bylaw will declare the lands surplus and allow the mayor and clerk to execute all supporting documents pertaining to the sale of the lands. Surplus funds found in operating budget variance report According to a report to council on Aug. 13, township staff is projecting a possible year-end surplus of $140,053 based on its Operating Budget Variance Report. The projection was made based on the township’s financial position as of June 30. Mayor Gregg Davidson called it a “very good report.” Canine control The township passed a bylaw on Aug. 13 to appoint Kally Foster as the new canine control officer. Industrial Park Council passed a bylaw to
assume land on Concession 11 for public use as part of a public highway known as Drayton Industrial Drive. “Which is fantastic for our businesses coming in. It gives them access and we now have to take control of that road so it’s very nice to see that coming forward,” said Davidson. Columbarium motion Councillor Marlene Ottens gave a notice of motion to establish a columbarium at the Drayton Cemetery in 2020. In the township’s 2019 budget, it is scheduled for 2022 at $60,000. “We’ve had this in the budget for quite a few years and the money is already there in the reserve so I don’t really see any reason to wait,” Ottens said. She added that previously she had been waiting for a cemetery site plan to raise the issue (it has since been completed). “It’s just an option that I know more people want and why not,” she said. “If the money is there ... and the spot is there and there is really nothing else so I just feel like why are we waiting another three years for it - why not just do it next year?”
Seniors residence plan moves ahead Council approved a bylaw to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute an amending site plan agreement between Village on the Ridge and the township. This will allow the group to move ahead on a new seniors residential apartment building on Faith Drive in Drayton. Currently the group is seeking approval for a land severance to develop new parcels for residential purposes.
Post Script opening - The Post Script, a new multi-purpose space for meetings, events and gatherings, was opened at The Old Post in Harriston on Aug. 10. Custom designed to highlight the building’s historic features and complete with a certified commercial kitchen, the space is designed for a diverse range of groups and uses. At the official opening, from left, were: Minto Chamber of Commerce president John Mock, Minto councillor Judy Dirksen, Sarah Hendrick, Old Post owners Sue Hendrick and Michael Hendrick, Minto Mayor George Bridge, craftsman/designer Tony Hale, Krista Hale and Perth-Wellington MP John Nater. Submitted photo
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It’s Miller Time - Brandon Miller of Alma was one of the many drivers out for the Grand River Truck and Tractor Pull on Aug. 24. The event presented by the Grand River Agricultural Society was held on Aug. 23 and 24 at the Grand River Raceway in Elora. Photo by Mike Robinson
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Governing backwards “Walking it back” is a time-honoured tradition in the never ending political/media/public news/reaction/action cycle. Politicians are constantly making outrageous statements or announcing a contentious policy, which the media disseminates and comments on and the public reacts to. Generally, public reaction is tepid enough that any resultant kerfuffle blows over in a few days. The statement is forgotten or the policy moves forward and it’s onto the next topic. Yet occasionally, the commentary and public reaction is strong enough to compel the politicos to retract or disavow the offending statement or seriously rework or even withdraw a policy. The term “occasionally” doesn’t really apply to the current Ontario government. During their brief term in office, Doug Ford and company have done more unpleasant walk-backs than a team of tobogganers and usually end up pleasing no one. The latest episode is last week’s surprise revelation the province is open to a smaller increase in class sizes for Ontario schools than announced last March. The Progressive Conservative government now says will it limit the average secondary school class size to 22.5 students, up from 22. Last March, in an effort to reduce the province’s education budget, it announced the average secondary school class size would increase from 22 to 28 students per teacher. So after a summer of school boards very publicly announcing teacher layoffs and trimming course offerings, the province is walking back the reduction, saying it was intended all along to be phased in over four years - and school boards are scrambling once again. Within the past week, Ford and company walked back their plan to fine gas station owners who don’t put anti-carbon tax stickers on their pumps, then walked back the walk back by announcing stations would be fined, just not the maximum $10,000. During the election campaign, Doug Ford insisted Ontario’s modernized public school sex education curriculum would be “repealed” because “The days of Liberal ideology indoctrinating our kids, they’re done.” Last week after re-introducing a very similar curriculum, Ford said his plan was “not going to be drastic changes.” At a press conference on Aug. 23, Ford was asked about a directive to already cash-strapped conservation authorities that they should make plans to end any programs outside their core mandate, which is pretty much flood control. Yet Ford said he supports the educational work the authorities do and said they wouldn’t be shutting down “iconic” facilities like Black Creek Pioneer Village. When the Conservative government initially introduced a treatment funding model that outraged parents of autistic children across the province, they at first stuck to their guns and insisted the program would be implemented as presented. I forget which funding model we are on now, but it’s at least the third and I still haven’t seen any reports of parents pleased with where this is heading. Ford also had to walk back his choice of OPP commissioner, although to be fair his old pal Ron Taverner took the walk for him by declining the appointment. Another buddy, Dean French had to walk out, as well as back, as he was compelled to resign over reports he was putting too many of his buddies into cushy government jobs. SEE EDITORIAL » 6
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Association of Municipalities of Ontario conference in Toronto, Premier Ford confirmed that the provincial government will be providing some $300 million less funding to our municipalities in 2020. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) understands that these actions put added stress on municipal budgets and leave municipal leaders with tough decisions to make about how to make up the shortfall. Many will look to property taxes as a means to make up the revenue shortfall. But OFA urges caution to municipalities that may consider imposing higher farm property taxes as a stopgap solution. When farm property taxes go up, without a corresponding increase in services provided, the net result is to stifle overall business growth, especially for the agriculture sector, and ultimately hurt the local community. OFA has been working diligently with municipalities for several months on understanding farm property taxes and encouraging municipalities to limit, not increase, taxes for farm property. Our approach is to have tax bills reflect the degree of services required by farm properties, while protecting farm business competitiveness. More than ever, we need to work together to find municipal cost savings. There is potential for savings for local infrastructure improvements if we pragmatically look at needs versus available technologies. Infrastructure such as roads, bridges, culverts and drainage are critical to a successful farming sector. It is incumbent on the farm sector to not just demand low taxes but to collaborate with our municipalities to help ensure economical infrastructure. By Debra Pretty-Straathof Regional Director, Ontario Federation of Agriculture
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Campin’ and jammin’ a hit in Drayton
Adventure - The 1st Alma Guides and Pathfinders get ready to board the bus to begin their LEAP adventure. BACK, fron left: Kaydence Whaley, Abby Woods, Lily Meszaros, Kayla Schaus and guider Eileen Parkinson. FRONT: Peyton Payne, Emma Vervoort, Madaline Miguel, guider Marlene Skerritt and Piper Wagner. Submitted photo
TOP: Bob McDonald takes a turn performing with the house band at the annual Campin’ and Jammin’ in the Park event, held last weekend at the Drayton Agricultural Hall and Fairgrounds. Participants could sing/ play two songs of their choice with the band on Friday Night. BELOW: Dale Shantz, on the left, waiting his turn to play on Friday night, enjoyed the music with his friends. Photos by Jennifer Goertzen
1,200 Girl Guides descend on Doe Lake SPRUCEDALE, ON - From Aug. 4-10, four Girl Guides and four Pathfinders from the 1st Alma Units were some of the 1,200 Girl Guides to come from across the country to participate in LEAP 2019, a provincial camp sponsored by the Ontario and Nunavut Council of the Girl Guides of Canada. It took 18 months of planning and logistics to organize a small city of 10- to 17 year olds. “We have a huge, amazing volunteer team,” said camp director Lisa Nicholas. “The planning has all been girl-driven, with girls on steering committees making decisions on everything from programming to special events to what kind of food to have — it’s been a lot of work, but it’s all worth it.” Established in 1949, the Doe Lake Girl Guide Camp has been a proud symbol of the Guiding program in action for 70 years, but this is the first time they have hosted a camp of this magnitude in Ontario. The eight girls from the Alma units along with their two leaders Eileen Parkinson and Marlene Skerritt met many girls and leaders from across the country and the U.K. “This was an amazing experience for the girls” says guider Marlene Skerritt, “It showed them that no matter where in the world they may travel they have a sisterhood of guiding friends.” The girls participated in waterfront activities like canoeing, kayaking, sail boarding and stand up paddle boarding and the wonderful inflatable playground. They did outdoor activities like archery, axe throwing, high and low ropes and
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By Pastor Mark McCready Alma Bible Church
What does The Bible say about immigration? I am trying to imagine what it would be like to be forced from my home - to no longer be able to live in my house. What if my job no longer existed, not because of economic circumstances, but because the building I used to work in was literally no longer there because it was physically destroyed? Some statistics from Pew Research indicate that the number of people who have been displaced in the Middle East has grown from 5 million in 2005 to over 23 million in 2015. We don’t use that word displaced very much. We use the word refugee, or immigrant. But that is because we are on the other
side of this issue. The reality is that circumstances in the Middle East over the past 15 years has created a crisis where over 23 million people have been forced from their homes. We sit and debate how Canadians should respond. We ask questions like “How many ‘immigrants’ should we allow?” We forget that behind the debate are real families who are suffering and have no idea what their future holds. In the Bible we get a very direct principle that we should use to inform how we respond to situations like this. In the Old Testament the exhortation about how we are to treat those who come to live among us is very clear. In Deuteronomy 10:1719 we read: 17 “For the LORD your God is the God of gods and
the Lord of lords, the great, the mighty, and the awesome God who does not show partiality nor take a bribe. 18 “He executes justice for the orphan and the widow, and shows His love for the alien by giving him food and clothing. 19 “So show your love for the alien, for you were aliens in the land of Egypt.” Deuteronomy 10:17-19 A very similar exhortation is given in Leviticus 19:33-34: 33 “When a stranger resides with you in your land, you shall not do him wrong. 34 “The stranger who resides with you shall be to you as the native among you, and you shall love him as yourself, for you were aliens in the land of Egypt; I am the LORD your God.” Leviticus 19:33-34
So, to put it in simple terms, applying these Bible verses, we are to treat newcomers to Canada no different than the way we treat those who have lived here their entire lives. The New Testament doesn’t give us as clear an exhortation with respect to immigrants. We do, however, discover that displacement was a regular occurring issue. Consider that at the very beginning of the New Testament we read of tremendous persecution by Herod shortly after the birth of Jesus. This forced Mary and Joseph to take Jesus with them and flee to Egypt. Did you catch that? Jesus and his parents became refugees in the land of Egypt as a result of government persecution. Sadly the record of persecution in the New Testament doesn’t
end there. As Jesus develops quite a group of followers, the religious establishment begins to really struggle. So when Jesus rises from the dead, the establishment is pushed to the limit. Persecution begins to increase greatly. The result is that Christians begin to leave Jerusalem and spread around the world. Migration becomes a major issue. With the knowledge of what the Bible says, how should we handle the crisis of displaced individuals worldwide? Well first off, we should treat visitors and new residents as we would those who have lived here all their lives. Sponsoring refugees and helping them get established here in Canada is one way to do this. But this isn’t the only option. The crisis in the Middle
East or more specifically in Syria, doesn’t have to be solved through immigration. Not everyone who is displaced in Syria needs to be moved to some other country in the world. One organization that does a lot of work in war torn countries is Samaritan’s Purse. The president of that organization suggests that most refugees would prefer to remain in the country of origin rather than be relocated. As a result, they advocate for safe zones to be created in the war torn country until some political solution can be reached. As Christians, the conclusion then is not simply to sponsor a family and bring them to Canada. There are many ways that we can help. Any way we look at it though, God calls us to care for the sojourner among us.
Vacation Bible Club session features global travel theme By Bonnie Whitehead CLIFFORD - Chair of Christian education Jennifer Devlin and a crew of volunteer leaders organized a week of Vacation Bible Club for 27 children aged four to 12 from Aug. 12 to 16 at Knox United Church in Clifford. With passport in hand, they travelled through videos, stories, songs, games, crafts, and snacks to locations around the globe to explore the mission work of The United Church. Audrey Garrett and Sharon Prieb greeted everyone at registration with helpers Sara Gibson, Addison Winn, and Lydia McIntosh ready to help. On Monday Beth-Ann Weppler led the group through an exercise to learn how the Canadian Foodgrains Bank responds to feed the hungry. The children prepared the ingredients to make cookies with Leigh McIntosh, and created festive baskets for their takehome caramel popcorn. On Tuesday Beth-Ann Weppler taught the group about Ryan’s Wells built in Africa to allow villagers to access water through a pumping system. Kathryn Rehorst helped them learn
World travellers - Vacation Bible Club’s Passport to the World program was held from Aug. 12 to 16 at Knox United Church in Clifford. From left: front, Reid Smith, Ethan McIntosh, Lachlan Weppler, Logan Rehorst; centre, Janna Dodds, Jazzy Palmer, Lyla Rehorst, Rachael Douglas, Lydia McIntosh, Aubrey Grasse, Allanna Douglas, Mason Rehorst, Kynzlee Grice, Rea Weppler, Eva Williams, Joe Grice, Darcy McIntosh, Zack Grice, Jack Williams, Evan Smith; back, Helen Newman, Kathryn Rehorst with Theodore, Addison Winn, Audrey Garrett, Sara Gibson, Mike Newman, Beth-Ann Weppler, Sharon Prieb and Leigh McIntosh. Photos by Bonnie Whitehead how to conserve water while brushing their teeth and washing their hands. They decorated rain sticks, adding rice, beans, and corn to sift through the labyrinth of nails, played games with water balloons, and learned how to balance and carry buckets of water on a bar across their shoulders. Wednesday, Helen Newman talked about the typhoon relief workers in
the Philippines. The children learned the story of Noah and the Ark. They decorated cement stones with the help of Carman Weppler. Anne Matthews inspected the building of houses made out of marshmallows and spaghetti, mini mallows and toothpicks, Lego blocks, and wooden blocks. Making kinetic-like sand to take home proved to be a fun and messy activity.
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On Thursday, Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes were filled for the children of Haiti. Children created wallets out of duct tape, laid on a mattress of woven milk bags created by Reinhard Lange, caught money blown by a fan to purchase goods at the market, made snowman decorations, and dressed human Christmas trees. On Friday Janna Dodds helped the club imagine a destination wedding in Jamaica. Elaine Field handed out instruments and the children played music and sang, turned water into pretend wine, created tinfoil pictures, decorated piñatas and filled them with oodles of candy. Caregivers and siblings were welcome to join the
TOP: Reid Smith balanced water buckets and carried them through a course at Vacation Bible Club on Aug. 13 in Clifford. ABOVE: Darcy McIntosh, left, and Lyla Rehorst created piñatas. party on Friday to enjoy an ice-cream sundae. Highlights shared On Sunday, Beth-Ann Weppler and the children shared highlights of their daily journeys with the congregation. During the morning, Jennifer Devlin presented Michael Newman and Lydia
McIntosh their own Bible to read and in order to learn more about God through the scriptures. The children’s mission throughout the week was to help others. During the offering, donations were collected in support of the Mission and Service Fund.
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You’d think with all this walking we’d have some pretty lean government by now, but the Tories had to walk back all those deficit reduction promises made during the election campaign and are now spending more than the Liberals did, while managing to cut programs at the same time. And of course they had
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During one of his reversal announcements, Ford indicated it was an indication his government is listening to the people. In some corners they are being given credit for recognizing problems and backing up the train. Fair enough perhaps, but wouldn’t it be nice to have a government that, just every once in a while, got it right the first time?
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“We’re the content experts in the community and we want to gather the information from the community in lots of different areas,” he explained. Councillor Ron Elliott said he likes the idea of a committee made up of local residents, as, “It’ll be the community telling us what they want to see.” Mayor George Bridge said, “I think by having as many people as possible ... contributing to the process we’ll just add value to what comes out of it.” A draft timeline anticipates the plan will be completed by next spring, presented to the parks and recreation advisory committee in May and presented to council by June, 2020.