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Council approves tentative plan to add excavator and operator By Patrick Raftis

Art sale - Dar Brubacher held an art show and sale in at St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Presbyterian Church in Alma on Nov. 19. All proceeds from the sale went to the church. Brubacher has lived in Wellington County for about 40 years but has travelled the world taking photographs and uses them for various fundraising initiatives. The bridge photo in her hands was taken in Belize earlier this year and she will be travelling to Uganda in March. Much of Brubacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fundraising efforts have focused on Ethiopia where she helped raise money to build a water reservoir and is still fundraising to complete a road. Photo by Jaime Myslik

MAPLETON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Council has tentatively approved the purchase of an excavator and the hiring of a full time operator. While still pending approval through the townshipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2017 budget, council approved the move in principal during a special budget meeting on Nov. 18. Public works director Jamie Morgan explained in a report that staff identified approximately $52,000 worth of contracted third party excavator work that could be undertaken in-house if the township were to purchase an excavator and hire an operator. This does not account for the other time that the additional public works operator will spend to support other public works tasks while not operating an excavator. Morgan noted the operator would also support winter maintenance activities and would eliminate the need

Township aims to stay the course with budget By Patrick Raftis MAPLETON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Staying the Courseâ&#x20AC;? is the theme of budget discussions in Mapleton this year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Council knows weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been trying to go through a process to make us more â&#x20AC;Ś able to address some of our infrastructure deficits as we go through,â&#x20AC;? explained CAO Brad McRoberts in a report to a special council meeting on the 2017 budget on Nov. 18. McRoberts pointed out staff are unable to determine the percentage levy, tax and blended tax increase this early in the process â&#x20AC;&#x153;as we have not received MPAC new assessments, we do not know the county or school board tax rate increases, nor do we know what the tax ratios are as established by the county.â&#x20AC;? Draft budget figures as presented at the meeting would result in expenditures of $9.85 million in 2017, up just over $1 million from the $8.77 million projected in the 2016 budget. Non-tax revenues are also expected to rise from $1.9 million budgeted in 2016 to about $2.9 million next year.

In his report, McRoberts noted roads and bridges continue to be the townshipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest single expense, eating up about 46 per cent of the budget. Administration, and parks and recreation, both at 13%, represent the two other largest areas of expenditure. Budget projections indicate higher revenues are anticipated from: - increased penalties and interest on tax receivables; - increased interest on banking and investments; - an increased Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) contribution from the province; and - increased gas tax and OCIF funding contributions. On the flip side the township is projecting reduced revenue for the PMD Arena Complex and Maryborough Community Centre. On the expense side, the budget projects a 4.4% increase (about $97,000) in total wages, made up of: - a general wage increase based upon the Consumer Price Index of 1.8%; - progression of staff through the townshipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s salary grid;

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- an increase in hours for two administrative support positions to 40 hours from 35; - an increase in deputy treasurer/tax collector position to 40 hours from 35 hours; and - the addition of an excavator operator (0.6 full-time equivalent). Other key factors affecting the budget include: - anticipated increases in utilities, insurance, telephone, computer and IT support totaling approximately $50,000; - increased fire dispatch costs of $12,000 plus $1.25 per resident; - increased building maintenance costs of $30,000; and - an apportionment of 10% of bylaw enforcement costs to general taxation as recommended in the townshipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2016 service review. Continued increases to reserves or capital contributions to fund capital projects anticipated in 2016 include an additional: - $85,000 for bridges; - $100,000 for roads; - $15,000 for fleet; - $90,000 for the PMD Arena Complex; and - additional principle and

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interest payments of $32,000 for bridges and $122,000 for roads. Major capital works projects in the draft budget include $1.2 million for McGivern Street improvements in Moorefield, a $1.4 million bridge project in Glen Allen and $1.1 million for other bridge work. Costs from the latter two projects could be defrayed if Ontario Community Investment Fund applications are approved, and some projects are contingent on funding. Mayor Neil Driscoll commented that projected increases in unconditional provincial grants through the OMPF, something local municipalities including Mapleton have been lobbying for for some time, are encouraging to see. The draft budget projects $735,500 in OMPF funding in 2017, an increase from 2016 when $714,500 was budgeted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hopefully the message has been sinking in a little bit at a time,â&#x20AC;? said Driscoll. The day-long meeting included discussions on the draft operating and capital budgets and five-year plan.

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for one seasonal equipment operator. The annual cost above the current staffing level to add an operator for an additional seven months, including benefits and salary would be $43,000, the report notes. The cost of an excavator and a float is estimated to be $200,000. Morgan projects the net cost difference, including both equipment and staffing, between contracting out excavator work versus purchasing an excavator would be $10,000 to $12,000 per year. Anticipated benefits include: - immediate access to an excavator with no scheduling issues and greater scheduling flexibility; - use of the operator for other public works job duties when not operating the excavator, alleviating staff shortages during peak times of the year and allowing for a fill-in for other staff during vacations; - availability of additional winter maintenance staff

during events which occur outside the seasonal staff employment period; - potential for shared services with other municipalities and associated cost recovery; and - potential for use of excavator on other projects as they arise. Service review Morgan pointed out the idea came out of a townshipwide service review initiated by council earlier this year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone knows the way to a good road is making sure your ditches are clean and you have proper drainage,â&#x20AC;? he noted, adding, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our roads will last longer.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;In real terms youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re only adding about half a person,â&#x20AC;? commented councillor Dennis Craven. Morgan clarified that there would be an additional seven months worth of staffing added if the plan is approved. Councillor Marlene SEE EXCAVATOR Âť 4

Township cautions public about door-to-door â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;inspectionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; MAPLETON The Township of Mapleton reports it has been made aware that some residents have been visited by individuals going door-to-door offering water meter inspections or water testing. The township cautions in a Nov. 21 press release it is not undertaking doorto-door water meter inspec-

tions or water testing. The township also advises it is not affiliated with any private company doing water meter inspections or water testing. Anyone with questions or concerns is advised to contact public works director Jamie Morgan at 519-638.3313 ext. 41 or JMorgan@mapleton.ca.

Fire safety talk focused on seniors By Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - Seniors and fire safety was the theme of the November congregate dinner hosted by the Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Centre for Excellence in Drayton. The Nov. 4 event focused not only on fire safety, but also on the role physical fitness can play in staying safe in a fire. Fire Chief Rick Richardson gave an overall view of the Mapleton Fire Department that includes the

Drayton and Moorefield stations. Each station has 22 volunteer firefighters with Richardson being the only paid employee. Through a recent campaign to attract new recruits the Moorefield station received five applications and the Drayton station, seven. Each firefighter is required to complete 200 hours of training on weekends, in designated areas of SEE RICHARDSON Âť 3

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Youth centre hockey tourney raises $12,000 DRAYTON - The annual Drayton Youth Centre Hockey Tournament fundraiser took place on Nov. 18 and 19 at the PMD Arena. Twelve men’s teams competed for bragging rights. The B division final took place between the Elora Lightning and Cleoridge family team from Elmira. Cleoridge came back to tie the game and win the division in a shootout. A Drayton team, the Canucks, defeated the Glen Allen Saints to win the A division. Organizers thanked the staff at the arena for a job

well done, as well as all who participated. While final numbers are still being tallied, the event raised around $12,000 for the Youth Centre. “This is a testament to the generousity of our community,” organizers state, adding a thank you to corporate sponsors who donated. “They are the ones who make it so very successful. All of the money raised goes directly into the youth centre to be used in its operating costs as well as to provide some exciting events for those who use the centre.”

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Hockey action - The annual men’s hockey tournament in support of the Drayton Youth Centre was held at the PMD Arena on Nov. 18 and 19. Saturday afternoon saw action between a Listowel team (white jerseys) and the Country Side Chiefs. Tournament organizers said, “It’s a family affair and some really great hockey with proceeds going to the running of the downtown youth centre.“ Photo by Caroline Sealey

Third-period goal gives Community a win COMMUNITY 4 MISSIONARY 3 The Bults line grabbed the opening goal midway through the first period to give Missionary the lead. Dylan scored the goal assisted by Dustin and Curtis. Community tied the game before the period ended. A rebound left by Ryco Martin

and Colin Snyder gave Kyle Wideman the opportunity to bury the rebound. Missionary pressed into the second period and added a pair of goals by the half way point. Scott Vandepas and Devin McGuire scored the goals, assisted by Zack Franklin, Dustin Bults and Curtis Bults.

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boards. Burns cut to the net and slipped the puck underneath the goaltender. Seconds later Community took the lead for the first time in the game. Burns shot the puck on net and Kevin Gingrich stood his ground to tip the shot behind the netminder. Missionary pulled their goaltender in the final minute but the goal stood and Community claimed the win. FLORADALE 8 LISTOWEL 1 This game was clearly owned by Floradale right from the beginning. Floradale piled up three unanswered goals in the first period. They added one more in the second. Ryan Weber, Clinton Dechert and Corey Wideman scored the first-period goals, assisted by Gary Martin, Corey Wideman and Ryan Martin. Gary Martin scored the only goal in the second period off a wrist shot, assisted by Josh Brohman. Listowel finally responded with a goal in the third period. A wrist shot by Brad Gartz put Listowel on the scoreboard, assisted by Travis Kuepfer and Curtis

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November 25 - Drayton Mapleton Ag Society AGM, 7pm social, 7:30pm meeting. Speaker: Helen Murray: Living with Purpose. Drayton Ag Hall, 49 Elm St. All welcome. Info: Arlie 519-638-3323. November 26 - Moorefield United Church Xmas Bazaar, 9:30am1:30pm. Maryborough Community Ctre, Moorefield. Live Auction 10:15am, Luncheon 11:15am, Quilt draw 1pm. Toy sale, silent auction, crafts, baking, produce, etc. Admission: foodbank donation. November 26 - Xmas Shopping Fundraiser, Drayton Heights P.S., 9am-1pm. Homemade gifts, raffle table. Proceeds: school field trips. November 26 - 3rd Annual Talent Show, Drayton Theatre, 7pm. proceeds to Drayton Splash Pad. Info: Lori 519-638-2232. November 27 - Jamboree, Palmerston Legion, 1pm. Hot meal: 5pm. Info: 519-343-3749. November 27 - Drayton Legion Turkey Dinner with all the Trimmings, 5:00pm, 15 Elm Street. All are welcome. November 28 - Drayton Blood Donor Clinic, 3:30-7:30pm, Community Christian School, 35 High Street, Drayton. Book appts at www.blood.ca or 1-888-236-6283. Give the gift of life. December 2 - Sheyanne’s Smiley Chimp Toy Drive, donations for newborn-18yrs. Drop off: Firehall after Drayton parade or office hrs at Secure Ins. offices (Drayton/Arthur). Info: Kevin 519-993-7895.

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Richardson provides fire safety presentation » FROM PAGE 1

Wellington County before becoming a Level 1 firefighter. Approximately 40 per cent of the calls firefighters receive are medical in nature. Motor vehicle accidents account for 25% and the remainder are fire and carbon monoxide related. The Mapleton Fire Department averages 160 calls per year. Due to the presence of Conestogo Lake in the township, 15 firefighters in each department are fully trained in water and ice rescue. The Mapleton department is outfitted with a boat and the necessary equipment for these types for rescues. Every two years firefighters attend training sessions to update their skills. Confined space training is also a component of each department due to the number of farm grain bins, silos and similar equipment at Darling Ingredients Inc. in Rothsay. “The Mapleton Fire Department plays a large role in educating the public about fire safety. The department along with the OPP and ambulance services host a safety day at the arena for all school children in the area. Schools, service clubs and other organizations have had myself as guest speaker at many of their functions,” Richardson said. “Fire inspections are completed every one to two years at restaurants, care facilities and community centers.” Each member of the Mapleton Fire Department wears a pager. Depending on the type of emergency, calls are forwarded to different locations in the province. Ambulance calls are sent to the Cambridge dispatch. Ambulances serving the Mapleton area may come out of Harriston, Arthur, Fergus, Listowel or Milverton when not stationed in Drayton. Medical calls are also sent

to the Mapleton firefighters because of their proximity to local calls. Each Mapleton fire station carries the equipment necessary to respond to a medical call. The Orillia OPP receive calls requiring OPP assistance. Fire calls are sent to a central location in Guelph and relayed to the fire department’s pagers. “In the Drayton/ Moorefield area a call made from a land line appears at the 911 call center with the caller’s address also appearing on the 911 screen. Addresses are absent from calls made on cell phones,” Richardson said. Fitness a factor After sharing basic tips on smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers and fire escape routes Richardson played a video titled, At Our Age, featuring Tom Bosley. Bosley, who passed away on Sept. 23 at the age of 83, is best known as Howard Cunningham on the long-running ABC situation comedy Happy Days was an advocate for fire safety and seniors. The video focused on fire safety and a senior’s fitness level.

Bosley said, “If you are not fit enough to get up and out then changes need to be made. Proper balance and good levels of fitness make things safer. Everyone needs to keep fit for their own health and safety.” In addition to common fire safety practices, Bosley suggested the use of handrails on both sides of stairways, keeping space heaters three feet from objects, removing throw rugs from walking areas or replacing them with rungs with non-skid backing, keeping a flashlight by the bedside and telephones on each level of the home. Ashtrays should be deep and soaked in water when full. Never smoke in bed or while lying down. Have regular vision and hearing tests completed. Replace batteries in hearing aids when needed. Purchase a smoke alarm with a flashing light if hearing impairment is a concern. Wear sturdy shoes that have non-slip soles. “Mapleton is a safe community to live in,” Richardson said. “Each year fire statistics are 10% lower than the year previous. We are hoping that our educa-

Fire safety - Seniors’ Centre for Excellence program coordinator Helen Edwards (right), listens to the advice given by Mapleton Fire Chief Rick Richardson on purchasing a carbon monoxide detector. Richardson spoke to a group of seniors at the Nov. 4 Congregate Dinner. The program is held on the first Friday of the month at the Drayton Reformed Church. Photo by Caroline Sealey

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Council approves proposal to add excavator and operator to 2017 budget discussions » FROM PAGE 1

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Wagler. Floradale answered with four more goals to finish the rout. Braedon Gingrich scored a pair. Greg Martin and Clinton Dechert added the final two goals, assisted by Ryan Martin, Josh Brohman and Nick Martin. BETHEL 2 DRAYTON 1 Bethel scored the only goal in the first period. Tom Schuurmans snapped a shot on net and Caleb Bauman

buried the rebound. The goal stood strong until a third period power play when Drayton tied the game. Brandon Rumph set up Jason Mohle who tucked the puck in the near side corner. Bethel refused to let their efforts go to waste. Laverne Metzger stole the puck and skated it down the left boards. Metzger hit the face off circle and blasted a slap shot into the net for the winning goal.

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ground work on it,” replied Morgan. Council approved the proposal subject to budget deliberations. There was no opposition. Councillor Lori Woodham, whose spouse works in the township’s public works department declared a conflict on the topic and abstained from discussion and voting on the topic.

King and Tomlin winners at euchre PALMERSTON - The Palmerston Legion Ladies Auxiliary hosted a euchre on Nov. 7. Elva King and Ilene Tomlin recorded the high score. Ron Weber and Collin Campbell were second and Joe Riff and Earl Marquardt

were third. Hidden number winners were Bernice Sockett and Annie May Hembly. Lois Kerr and Raymond Weber had most lone hands. The next euchre is Dec. 5 at 7:30pm. Everyone is welcome.

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Food bank collection - Admission to the Drayton Christmas Craft Sale held on Nov. 19 at the PMD arena hall was a donation to the local food bank. Collecting donations were Erica Zantinge and James Porteous. Proceeds from the annual event go to youth activities in the community. Organizers thanked local Scouts and Guides for their help during the sale. Photo by Caroline Sealey

Christmas treats - Cody and Connor Deen sampled the gingerbread cookies at the Drayton Christmas Craft Sale on Nov. 19 at the PMD arena hall. Proceeds from the annual event go to youth activities in the community. Photo by Caroline Sealey

Community gearing up for busy Christmas season MAPLETON – The local community is gearing up for a busy Christmas season, combining a variety of seasonal activities with acts of generosity. Moorefield United Church is hosting a Christmas Bazaar on Nov. 26 from 9:30am to 1:30pm. A hot lunch is available and donations will be accepted for the local food bank. The Drayton Santa Claus Parade is set to begin at 7pm on Dec. 2. Dec. 3 might be the busiest day on the Christmas calendar. Mapleton Preschool will present a Christmas Holiday Extravaganza from 10 to 2pm at Community Christian School. The event features children’s entertainment, shopping from local vendors, lunch and a bake sale, along with a silent auction. Mad Science will be there from 1pm to 2pm with children’s entertainment. The Mapleton Christmas House Tour is also set for

Dec. 3 from 11am to 5pm. Tour seven local homes, showcasing the homeowners’ own unique style of Christmas decor, plus a display of angels at the Drayton United Church. Tickets for the self-guided tour can be purchased at Blooming Dale’s in Drayton. Proceeds go toward stained glass window repair at Drayton United Church. From 1 to 2pm on Dec. 3, downtown Moorefield is the place to be for the annual Santa Claus Parade. The Alma Christmas

Craft Market and Sale is scheduled for 10 to 2pm at the Alma Community Centre. The Moorefield Optimist Club will hold a community Christmas Party on Dec. 3 at the local community centre. The event begins at 6pm with cocktails and hors d’ouvres, followed by dinner at 7pm and dancing to local favorite Loose Change. Tickets are available at the Moorefield Diner. The Drayton Kinettes annual toy drive is underway. Toys, which will be given to children in the

local area, may be dropped off until Dec. 14. Drop new, unwrapped toys at Dobben’s Hardware, Marspan Home Hardware, Fear’s Bibs ‘n’ Cribs, Drayton Chop House and Moorefield Diner. The Drayton Community Food Bank is accepting donations for Christmas at various locations.

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By Glynis M. Belec

Silent Night One of the best parts about the Christmas Eve service at our church is the lighting of the candles and singing Silent Night at the close. It’s a beautiful simple song that reminds me exactly what Christmas is about. You probably won’t want me to sing it to you any time soon lest I get mistaken for the braying donkeys, but oh, those lovely lyrics are worth pondering. Silent night, holy night! All is calm, all is bright. Busyness and bustling distracts us from the true holiness of the season. Help me God to remember why we celebrate.

I secretly wonder why people who don’t believe in Christ, make such a noise. And then some try their best to steal Christ from Christmas. Let my heart be calm, even so and let my eyes, as they consider You, be bright, Lord. Round yon Virgin, Mother and Child. Holy infant so tender and mild. The proof is in the pudding. Or should I say in the Scripture – Luke 1:30-31: But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus.” And Luke 1:34 “How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?” Jesus, you kept your tenderness and mildness

about You being holy and perfect and born. Glories stream from heaven afar. Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia. I love that God was the first to introduce live streaming with all those glories, on that wonderful eve! I’m joining in with the heavenly hosts on this one (just turn down my microphone a little). Christ the Savior is born! Christ the Savior is born Triple amen on that one. I love when people say they believe Christ was a great prophet and a wise man. But they just cannot believe He is the Son of God. Then I laugh a little because in the next breath I discover they believe in some Divine power – um…what’s the hold-up with believing that Divine Power

because I feel it in my life sometimes, especially when the world renders me weak. Thank you, Holy Infant child grown up. Sleep in heavenly peace, sleep in heavenly peace. Why does the world battle You with such hatred? All they need do is seek Your face and the peace that passeth all understanding will follow. When you were a Babe, did you sleep in heavenly peace, really? Or was Your heart unsettled for Your soul knew Your destiny? Silent night, holy night! Shepherds quake at the sight. I think if I saw a host of angels in my face I might quake a little. But then I would hope I’d discover that the silent, holy night was not about me being fearful but

is Jesus, born in the flesh? I’m thinking it must do with facing up to a sinful nature, maybe. Silent night, holy night! Son of God love’s pure light. God is love. It says that over and over in the Bible. A son carries on the traits of a father. Thank you, Jesus, for bringing God’s love to earth. I’m so glad we have a special, designated day to focus on the Light - the real reason for the celebration. You’re the best, God. Radiant beams from Thy holy face with the dawn of redeeming grace. Redeeming Grace. That’s a mouthful. And a heartful. I don’t deserve one iota of Your Redeeming Grace, Lord. But You really have saved a wretch like me.

You tell me it’s not where I’ve been, it’s where I am going that matters. When I keep looking behind me, like I am wont to do, I miss the radiant beams of Your beautiful, Holy Face. I will keep trying. Promise. Jesus Lord, at Thy birth. Jesus Lord, at Thy birth. You were born. You were Lord when you were born. You were the most amazing Gift that ever could be and You came here to die when you were born. How can I express anything else this Silent Night? Thank you, Jesus, Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Merry Christmas, friends. May you and your families enjoy a truly Silent Night this Christmas.

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Leaders - Norwell teachers Tony Culp and Jaime Cribbin gathered 14 students on Nov. 13 and headed to Niagara Falls for the annual Ontario Student Leadership Conference. Schools from across Ontario met at the Sheraton Hotel and the atmosphere was charged with excitement. Conference directors have also produced a new movie which will be coming out in theaters called Rising Above. Norwell’s leadership team included Breanna Frey, Breanna MacDonald, Brianna Wing, Ally Kabbes, Jody deVries, Grace DeVries, Tara Bewick, Madi Hesselink, Madison Armstrong, Dajung Yoon, April Bloemberg, Luke Whale, Aiden Harrison and Lex Bouman. Submitted photo

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Bin project a blessing for local families By Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - A warm welcome to a new home here inspired Kim Frere to form a program that reaches out to those less fortunate in the Drayton area. “When our family moved to Drayton this summer, we were received cheerfully into a church and surrounding town that has quickly become our cherished home,” Frere said. “The ‘flocking’ of flamingos that greeted us on moving day and the generous basket of food, gifts, household items and useful information found inside our new house made us feel valued and blessed. These things also encouraged us to invest our lives in the town that had welcomed us so readily.” Frere noted that Drayton has many families who also need that encouragement and love. The services of the Drayton Food Bank, Kinettes Toy Drive and other organizations contribute to the needs of those families struggling financially. “From personal experience, my family knows that these gifts fill far more than the cupboards of those that receive them. I would like to do more to bless the households of these residents,” Frere said. Inspiration for this program also came in the form of an old song called Bless This House that Frere performed over the years. A song that reminded her of her grandma and the little United Church that she attended. Bless This House is a poem or prayer that calls for God’s protection and provision for

a house and the family that calls it home. From this Frere founded the Bless This House Bin Project. Working in conjunction with the Drayton Food Bank Christmas Hamper program and the Drayton Kinettes Christmas Toy Drive, Frere’s goal is to give recipients of either of these programs a bin to bless their households. “I would like to focus on those aged 16 to 60 who sometimes miss out on the cheer offered by other community services,” Frere said. The size of the bin will depend on the amount and kind of donations received by the program from donors. Suggested items include fleecy blankets, socks, stationary, books, homemade dishcloths, toiletries, bathroom and kitchen items, family night games and treats. Frere will also be placing loonie bins in businesses and church foyers for monetary donations. Drop off for articles is at Community Mennonite Fellowship Church in Drayton on Tuesday and Friday mornings from 9am to noon until Dec. 11, or by contacting Frere. Volunteers from the community will gather donations, shop as needed and assemble bins to be distributed on Dec. 16. The message, “Seasons Greetings from your Friends and Neighbours in Drayton” will be attached to each bin. For more information on the Bless This House Bin Project contact Frere at 519638-2257 or email kfrere71@ gmail.com.

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New writer shares story of ‘journey of all journeys’ Area author speaks to Writer’s Unite By Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - First time author Grace Ibrahima of Kitchener shared the experiences she encountered writing her first book titled, Mercy: One Life, Many Stories, at the Nov. 4 meeting of Writer’s Unite in Drayton, Coming from a large family of seven sisters and five brothers and life in an isolated Trinidadian community, Ibrahima knew changes were needed in her life for her to be successful. At age 71, Ibrahima has written her first book about the challenges she faced throughout her life, in what she calls the journey of all journeys. “At age eight or nine, I knew I wanted to be a writer or a singer and was not going to have a lot of chil-

dren. Living a life of abuse, violence and poverty with little education in Trinidad, I knew there had to be more for me,” Ibrahima said. “My sister had moved to England and she sent me money for passage there, by boat. I was accepted into nursing school as a mature student and met my late husband in England.” While on a family vacation in Canada, Ibrahima’s husband applied for employment on the advice of his children. Back home in England, he received inquiries from potential Canadian employers. The family immigrated to Canada with Ibrahima accepting a position in nursing as there was a shortage of nurses in Canada. With a story to tell about her life’s journey, Ibrahima

struggled as she had no experience in the writing field. “I wanted to write my story but I didn’t know how. I hoped when I put a piece of paper on the table that the words would magically appear. It was overwhelming but I had to face my fears, anxiety and defeated feelings. On my birthday I started chipping away at all those obstacles,” Ibrahima said. Carrying a basket containing a bottle of water, a healthy snack, dictionary, paper and pen and with a lot of determination, Ibrahima went out to her garden to begin the writing process. Each time she wrote, the basket was by her side. With the book complete, Ibrahima hired editor Carolyn Wilker of Kitchener.

Celebrate Incredible. Help us recognize the junior citizens who make our communities better. Nominate someone age 6–17 for a 2016 Ontario Junior Citizen Award! Annaleise Carr, 2012 and 2014 Ontario Junior Citizen, Simcoe, ON At 14, Annaleise Carr was the youngest person ever to swim across Lake Ontario. Two years later, Annaleise swam across Lake Erie. Combined these efforts raised awareness and hundreds of thousands of dollars for Camp Trillium, a family camp for children with cancer. Her book, Annaleise Carr: How I Conquered Lake Ontario to Help Kids Battling Cancer, inspires others to take on great challenges and help their fellow citizens. Do you know someone who is involved in worthwhile community service, is contributing while living with a limitation, has performed an heroic act, demonstrates individual excellence, or is going above and beyond to help others? If so, nominate them today! Nominations are open until November 30, and nomination forms are available from this newspaper, and the Ontario Community Newspapers Association at www.ocna.org or 416-923-7724 ext. 4439.

New author - First time author and Kitchener resident Grace Ibrahima, presented the journey she encountered writing her first book titled Mercy: One Life, Many Stories with local writers at the November meeting of Writer’s Unite in Drayton. After overcoming many obstacles, each time Ibrahima sat down to write, a basket containing snacks and writing supplies was by her side. The book is based on the life of the author. Photo by Caroline Sealey everyone will see a little bit of themselves in it. I have received some great reviews and everyone has been so supportive of me. I learned that I had to stop blaming God for all the negative experiences in my life. It was nothing to do with God. It

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