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PAGE TWO Inside Wellington - Second Section of the Wellington Advertiser, Friday, March 23, 2012

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Sunday April 15, 2012 Games start at 1pm - Doors open at 11am

Public Service announcement

The Victoria Park Seniors Centre in Fergus has a wide variety of programs for all including bus trips, fitness, computer, dance, health and wellness, arts and music, general interest and everyday drop in programs. Registered programs may be taken by anyone over 18 years old. Don’t be disappointed register early for all programs and seminars. Check out our website at www.centrewellington.ca or call 519-787-1814. *** Just for Women, Just for Fun fundraiser for BBBS. Saturday April 28, 2012. Workshops, refreshments, lunch, raffles. Tickets available until April 6. 519-323-4273. *** The youth from Elmira Mennonite Church are selling rain barrels to raise funds for their service trip to the Ukraine this summer.

Barrels are $50 each and should be ordered in advance at http:// RainBarrel.ca/EMC youth. All pre-ordered barrels will be distributed on March 24 at Elmira Mennonite Church. For more info. check out the website or call the church office at 519-669-5123.

Thank you for your support. *** The Grand Valley Library is showcasing Riverbend Artists of Grand Valley at its Rotating Art Gallery. March and April feature Peter Marshall who burns images into wooden panels before painting and Manuela Marshall who creates images in fabric and embroidery embellishments. http://www.grandvalley.org. *** The Leatherstone Forging Competition and Farrier Clinic at Leatherstone Equestrian in Arkell. This event will host farriers from all over Ontario who will compete to be the best in their division. Thursday March 22 and Friday March 23, with Live shoeing on the Friday. 9am. 758 Watson Rd, Guelph.

Fri. Mar. 23

Arthur United Church’s UCW 3rd annual rummage/bake sale at share the wealth package $15 - main program package $25 Arthur United Church. Friday 1- 8pm and Saturday 9am-12pm. (both packages are required - extra strips available) *** National Farmers’ Union’s Sustainable Farming Awards and Dinner, at the Elora Legion. Social at 6 and Dinner at 7. Our “Proceeds to local speaker is Anita Stewart and a fine dinner of local food proCommunity projects” www.ferguselorarotary.com vided by The Food School. Tickets are $20 and please call John Held under lottery license #M634122.

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FERGUS ELORA ROTARY FOUNDATION Held at Grand River Raceway *** Staffed by: Centre Wellington Rotary Club 7445 Wellington County Rd. 21, Elora and Fergus Elora Rotary Club Euchre, Harriston Legion Branch #296. Start at 8pm. Light Lunch provided. $5 per person. Bring a Partner. For more information call 519-338-2843. *** Arkell United Church Chili Supper and Hootenany.

Supper. 5-7pm. Adults $12, students $6, free under 5 years.

Hootenany at 7pm. Penny McDonald 519-822-6709. *** Century Church Theatre, 72 Trafalgar Road, Hillsburgh.

Romantic Comedy by Bernard Slade. A delightful comedy from the writer of Bewitched, The Partridge Family, and Same Time Next Year. A Century Theatre Guild production, directed by Dale Jones.

Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm. Sundays at 2:30pm. $18 inclusive. Dinner at the theatre Friday, March 23, 6:15pm. $28 inclusive. Box Office 519-8554586. *** Karaoke every Friday night at The Knights of Columbus Hall A for businesses from Wellington North to Showcase in Guelph, no cover charge, everyone welcome, 84 Lewis their products and services.

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Adult/ Senior Ice Skating.

8-9:50pm. Exhibition Park Arena, Guelph. Fergus Brass Band playing centre ice/cost $10. Join us for fun, exercise, music and friendship. *** Soup and sandwich luncheon and bake sale at St. Mary Family Centre, Mount Forest.

11:30am-1:30pm. Admission $7, Children 5 to 10, $4. *** 5th Annual Alma PS EcoFair 10am-1pm. Eco Challenge for Kids. Lots of great prizes. Family friendly, hands on activities and lots of vendors. Free for vendors and visitors. For more information on the Eco Challenge or to be a vendor please email angielitzen@yahoo.ca.

*** Saturday Night Dance at the Elora Legion featuring Marion’s Band. Starts at 8pm. Cost $10 per person, lunch provided. Call 519-846-9611 for more information. *** Curl For A Cause Bonspiel. Supporting our community. Fergus Curling Club. Raising money for six local charities. Looking for interested curlers/curling teams. Please contact Bruce Hawkins 519-787-0132. *** “Priceless Puslinch Showcase”. A spectacular variety show featuring local organizations performing funny, upbeat comedy, skits, dance, music and more for the whole family. 7pm. Sun., March 25, 2pm. Duff’s Presbyterian Church, 401 and Hwy 6 south, Aberfoyle. Tickets $10, Children under 12 $5. For tickets and info. wendymcd7@gmail.com. *** 2012 Daffodil Kick off Breakfast. 8:30-10am. Continental breakfast served 8:30-9am. Cutten Fields Golf Club, 190 College Avenue East, Guelph. Learn more about the Canadian Cancer Society and the impact we are making in the fight against cancer.

Please RSVP Muriel Mathieu 519-824 4261. *** Guelph Hiking Trail Club Toronto - Limehouse Loop 2+ hrs. This area always intrigues any season with its novel “Hole in the Wall” and heritage lime kilns being refurbished. Bring water and snacks.

Poles are helpful with some up and down passages. Meet 1pm at the Guelph covered bridge parking lot east of Gordon Street for carpooling to trail head. All welcome. Leader: Norm 519-8363568 Level 2. Speed Moderate. *** South Wellington Coin Society Coin Show. New Royal Canadian Legion, 57 Watson Parkway S., Guelph. 9am-4pm. Adults $3, under 16 free. Call Mike Hollingshead for details 519-823-2646.

Sun. Mar. 25

It’s for the Birds. Please call the Guelph Lake Nature Centre at 519-836-7860 to register. We will go on a short hike to look for winter birds and include a stop at the chickadee tree. Afterwards, join us in building a birdhouse that you can take home. There is a $10 fee/bird house. Bring a hammer and lots of muscle power.

Birdhouses are limited so please call to register. 2-4pm and cost $5/person. *** Palmerston Legion Jamboree, 1-5pm. *** Harriston Legion Annual Mini Golf and Steak Dinner. 1pm sharp start. $16 per person. Children 12 and under $10. Steak Dinner only $12. Families of 5 or more $10 per person. For more information contact the Legion at 519-338-2843. *** Century Church Theatre presents “Romantic Comedy” by Bernard Slade. 2:30pm. Tickets: 519-855-4586. *** Knox Presbyterian Church, 20 Quebec Street in Guelph. 3pm .

“Feet O’ Jesus” a jazz composition by local bandleader Bruce MacColl, and will feature his “Uncle Heavy’s Pork Chop Revue” and the Knox Church Sanctuary Choir. Tickets: $20 adults, $10 students/children, available at the door or by reservation 519-8210141. *** As part of the celebrations of the 150th Anniversary year of Stone United Church, you are invited to wear your heritage attire to church for this special service at 9:45am. Following the service join us for fellowship and refreshments while you enjoy the memorabilia and displays to mark the occasion. Stone United is located between Hwys 7 and 24. At 5370 Eramosa Third Line, just South of old Hwy #24. All are welcome. For more details call 519-787-0219. *** Elora Cataract Trail Assoc. Annual General Meeting. 2pm at the Elora Centre for the Arts. Special Guest Speaker this year is Beth Kummling, Executive Director of The Bruce Trail Conservancy.

Her talk is entitled “The Bruce Trail Conservancy: Celebrating 50 years of Conservation”. The event is free and everyone is welcome. For more information call Raymond Soucy at 519-8437704. *** The Elora Festival Singers present Music from the Sistine Chapel, Church of Our Lady, 28 Norfolk Street, Guelph. 3pm. $35 plus HST. To order tickets or for more information 519-846-0331.

Tues. Mar. 27

C.W. Probus Club 10am. Aboyne Hall - Wellington Museum.

Speaker: Dan Allen, Manulife Securities. Topic: Centre Wellington Community Foundation. All retired seniors welcome; membership available. *** Guelph Horticultural Society General Meeting 6:30pm. Dublin Street United Church. Pot luck supper and guest speakers Ann Legault and John Hister, “Top Ten Signs You May Be a Plant Addict.”.New members welcome. For more information, visit: www.guelphhort.org. *** Maryborough (Moorefield) Horticultural Society Meeting, 7:30pm. Moorefield Optimist Hall. Speaker: Linda from St. Jacob’s Country Gardens. Topic: Living Wreath with Herbs and Flowers. Everyone invited. Memberships available.

Wed. Mar. 28

Beef Supper. 6pm. St. John’s United Church Belwood. Adults Continued on page 15

Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, March 23, 2012 PAGE THREE

Egger Hospitality Group:

‘Community’ approach spreading across the county and beyond

by Chris Daponte

WELLINGTON CTY. Peter Egger has always been fond of small, largely rural communities.

Originally from Halton Hills, he moved to Centre Wellington in 1994 and still lives with his family between Fergus and Elora.

“We love the area. It’s a great place to raise kids,” Egger said.

For years he ran the Schoolhouse Country Inn in Belwood, before purchasing the Breadalbane Inn and Spa in downtown Fergus in 1996.

Constructed in 1860 by one of the founders of the town and renowned for its Scottish architecture, the St. Andrew Street location features two restaurants (the Fergusson Room Gastro Pub and the Maple Shade Bistro) as well as an inn and spa.

“It’s quite a unique and luxurious experience,” said operations director Trevor Jones, adding rooms at the inn are named after previous owners of the historic building.

For Egger, it’s but one example of his belief in the link between a successful restaurant and a strong community.

“I consider a restaurant an amenity to the community,” said Egger.

It’s that philosophy that has helped his company, Egger Hospitality Group, grow to four locations and over 150 employees. In addition to the Breadalbane Inn, the group includes: - the Nith River Chop House in Wellesley (partners Al and Faith Loft); - the Grand River Chop House in Grand Valley (partner Rainy O’Halloran); and - the Drayton Chop House, opened just last November.

When searching for host communities, Egger said he looks for small towns that already have active local residents, strong schools and a number of other amenities.

“They’re great places to live and the people there have really welcomed us,” Egger said of the three Chop House communities.

Jones said the restaurants there have been very well received.

“We like commuter towns

and farm communities, where we have access to local product and where we can partner with the community,” said Jones.

But the Chop Houses are not a typical chain restaurant.

“What we want is a group of restaurants that are all unique,” said Egger.

Jones explained the offerings at the three Chop Houses are similar, but with “regional differences.”

For instance, the Wellesley restaurant features several dishes with apple butter, which is synonymous with the area, and the Drayton menu features traditional croquettes in recognition of the area’s large Dutch population.

“It’s part of serving a community,” said Jones. He added the company seeks vendors in each market to ensure ingredients are fresh, seasonal and tailored to the area.

The Breadalbane and all three Chop Houses are also housed in four very different buildings, most with strong historical connections in their host communities.

“I definitely have a love of local history and of older buildings,” Egger said.

He explained each building provides its own unique atmosphere and character; traits that often have to be artificially manufactured in larger restaurant chains.

“It’s just something you can’t recreate in a shopping mall or brand new building,” Egger stressed.

In an attempt to maintain the unique charm of each building, the company tries to save as much material as possible during renovations and re-use it in the finished product.

“People are attached to the structures in their communities and there’s a sense of pride in seeing one restored to this level,” Jones said from inside the Drayton Chop House, which, like the other two Chop Houses, is full of recycled wood, windows and other materials, as well as old farming equipment.

“Peter did a great job of restoring it,” Jones said of the Drayton locale.

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Popular spot - The Drayton Chop House is the newest of four restaurants operated by the Egger Hospitality Group. The restaurant, located at the corner of Wood and Wellington, employs about 35 people - many of them local - including manager Shelley McNamara, chef Jason Gosse, bartender Tara Deckers and operations director Trevor Jones. photos by Chris Daponte Cover photo: Breadalbane Inn chef de partie Kyle Corbin and catering sales manager Norma Haseltine.

Drayton restaurant is a huge Community News sign near the bar, which once adorned the facade of the 3,400-squarefoot building located at 41 Wellington Street North.

The Wellington Advertiser’s sister publication had called the building home since around 1970.

Over the years, the building also housed a barber shop and pizza place, and it once housed operators for Drayton’s telephone company.

“We believe in the downtowns in these communities,” Jones said of honouring the architecture and history of the buildings. Re-using materials

strived to form partnerships with local farmers and businesses to ensure the freshest possible products.

“Our main thing is really providing quality and value,” said Egger, adding the company employs trained chefs at each location.

That’s all part of providing a “genuine, up-scale service experience,” Jones explained.

He added, “Our communities are so deep in agricultural heritage it only made sense to use local food.”

Alluding to the current local food movement, which has gained remarkable steam in recent years, Egger and

“I consider a restaurant an amenity to the community.”

- Peter Egger, owner of Egger Hospitality Group, which operates restaurants in Fergus, Drayton, Grand Valley and Wellesley. also helps to cut down on waste and allows funds to be invested elsewhere within the company.

Overall, the response in Drayton has been “very positive” and sales are “quite strong,” Jones said - as they are at the company’s other three restaurants.

Jones attributes at least a portion of that success to the company’s “communitybased” approach.

He explained all four restaurants hire local staff members, as well as local contractors to renovate buildings.

“We could streamline our supply chain ... but it’s not the right thing to do,” Jones said.

For years, Egger has also

Jones often note that Egger Hospitality Group was “doing local before it was cool.”

That philosophy helps the company reduce its carbon footprint, in addition to helping out local farmers and businesses financially.

“There’s more and more care about what people are eating and where it comes from.

That makes a big difference,” said Egger.

He said patrons appreciate reading on the menu the origins of the food they are about to consume, particularly when the source is local.

“It took us a long time to get to that point,” Egger said of the list of partners and suppliers on the menus at each restau-

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rant, which includes: Harriston Packers, Smoyd Potato Farm (Belwood), River’s Edge Goat Dairy (Arthur), F&M Brewery (Guelph), Riverglen Muscovy Duck Farms (Fergus), Best Baa Farms (Fergus), Cox Creek Cellars (Guelph-Eramosa), and Frabert’s Fresh Food (Fergus).

“It’s huge for us,” said Kevin Smith, who owns Smoyd Potato Farm along with his wife Carol. “I don’t think the general public understands and appreciates what the Eggers go through to get local suppliers.”

Smith added his partnership with Egger Hospitality Group has allowed his farm to increase efficiencies to help provide a better product 12 months of the year.

“We’re extremely happy to have a good working relationship with Peter,” Smith said.

“We’re carving out a niche in the food business, which is great.”

Egger Hospitality Group not only partners with local suppliers and companies, it also helps local not-for-profit groups and invests in other facets of the community.

Jones acknowledged the Drayton Chop House, particularly with the installation of a new patio that can accommodate 100 people, could benefit from the summer season at the nearby Drayton Festival Theatre, but he said the restaurant has to be sustainable even without theatre crowds.

Again, it comes back to the company’s commitment to the local communities, which is often reciprocated.

Jones and Egger said it is not unusual at all for contractors, farm suppliers, officials

from local businesses and other prominent community members to visit the restaurants as customers.

“We’re all part of the same community,” Egger said.

Jones, who has previous experience working for luxury hotels and also several restaurants in Toronto, joined Egger Hospitality Group in August because he believes in its owner’s vision.

“I thought what Peter was doing here was very compelling,” Jones said.

He likes the idea targeting smaller rural towns with a large population of commuters, instead of the usual “foolproof” practice of locating restaurants in densely populated urban areas.

“I think it takes a little more courage to try something like this,” Jones said. “The product has to be good.”

That appears to be the case, as the Breadalbane Inn and all three Chop Houses are very busy most days of the week, with packed dining rooms turning over up to a handful of times on weekends.

“There was obviously a need for it,” Jones said.

“You have to have a commitment to the community to be successful and I don’t think big box businesses can do that - it’s not in their DNA.” Egger agreed, and if everything continues to go well, more restaurants could be popping up in rural areas in and around Wellington County.

“There’s definitely more [potential] communities ... we’re hoping to grow in the future,” Egger said.

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PAGE FOUR Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, March 23, 2012

DRAYT N FARM SHOW DRAYTON KINSMEN 31ST ANNUAL

APRIL 4 & 5, 2012

Drayton Farm Show celebrates 31 years of local agriculture and community tradition

by Kelly Waterhouse DRAYTON – The Drayton Farm Show has become a family tradition here and organizers believe that is because the twoday event remains authentic in its focus and commitment to being a true agricultural event.

“There are no ShamWows, no Kitchen Magicians, just farm stuff,” said Glenn Dobben, Farm Show chairman, who added they have turned down requests from exhibitors “when they really didn’t get the concept of the Drayton Farm Show.”

The 2012 show hosted by the Drayton Kinsmen is April 4 to 5 at the PMD Arena in Drayton from 11am to 10pm.

Admission is $3 and $1 of every admission is designated to Cystic Fibrosis research as well as other projects run by organizers throughout the year.

Now in its 31st year, the event draws more than 2000 visitors in two days, from Wellington County and beyond to take part in the rural agribusiness showcase.

More than 130 exhibitors are participating featuring a wide-range of products and services, bringing innovation

and technology to the industry.

“We currently have a waiting list of over 40 vendors that would like into our show but we try not to duplicate, which gives us a better variety of Agricultural exhibits,” Dobben explains.

“It helps a lot that several of the Drayton Kinsmen Club members are farmers or in the agriculture business.”

Keeping current with the industry is one of the features Dobben appreciates about the show’s growing list of exhibitors.

“Agriculture changes on a daily basis, with new technology, new equipment, better and faster ways that we could never have imagined just a few years ago,” Dobben said.

“Who knew that cows sleeping on beds would give you more milk and that a satellite would tell you where and when to plant, or that certain feeds allows you to get your hogs and chickens to market in record time enabling your farm to be more profitable?”

The knowledge of exhibitors year after year impresses the show’s organizers, and that is another reason for the large

Jonathon Horst and Kalie pose by a Fendt tractor at last year’s Drayton Farm Show. This year the show runs April 4 and 5.

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attendance.

“We live in a world economy and technology that is out there today didn’t even exist one year ago. Our exhibitors and dealers have travelled the globe and are bringing what will work in rural Ontario back to feature at the show. Not surprisingly some things are made right here in Wellington County.”

That local community spirit is essential to the success of the event, and Dobben believes the impact on the economic development of the community is rooted in this belief of supporting local business.

“It was very important from the conception of the farm show 31 years ago that we highlight our local implement dealers and agriculture suppli-

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tance of family.”

Perhaps that is because the show is run for the community by volunteers within the community, many of whom grew up on a farm in the county.

“Probably the biggest thing that is unique to our area is a community farm show where everyone that is involved is a volunteer. They recognize the need to give back to one’s community and do it very well,” Dobben said, noting the event is not just staffed by Kinsmen, but also local students and Rotary Club members who greet people at the doors, to the food booth run by parents supporting minor hockey.

“At any given time there could be 30 volunteers on hand to make it a success,” he said.

Dobben hopes non farmers will attend, too, noting there are displays, information booths and educational opportunities for everyone.

“The entire community gets together in the spring [for this event]. Sometimes this is the only time you may see an individual, for as soon as field work starts, farming becomes a 24/7 job. The Drayton Farm Show brings everyone together.”

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ers,” Dobben explained.

“As you can well imagine 31 years ago to travel to Kitchener or London was an all day adventure, so we wanted to show local farmers they could get a lot of what they required right here locally,” he said.

“As we grew, our dealers became more diverse. Farming also became more diverse and we constantly look for what local farmers are looking for and what would entice them to attend and get more information on.”

Part of the tradition of this show is the recognition of generations of farm families who have attended over the event’s history, knowing that the family farm is integral to their future.

“We have many families come out to the show and our dealers welcome them,” Dobben said. “The family farm is still alive and well in our area and everyone in the family has a vested interest in its success.

Many a young boy has sat on a new tractor at the Drayton farm show and thought, ‘This is what I’m gonna get when I take over from dad.’ Our exhibitors realize the impor-

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Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, March 23, 2012 PAGE FIVE

DRAYT N FARM SHOW DRAYTON KINSMEN 31ST ANNUAL

APRIL 4 & 5, 2012

Souvenir toy tractor as much a part of Drayton Farm Show as the real thing

by Kelly Waterhouse DRAYTON - Some traditions never get old - like the Drayton Farm Show’s souvenir toy tractor, a coveted collectible of local nostalgia that has become a sense of pride for many toy collectors since the show began.

Just ask Rick Becker, this year’s volunteer toy tractor committee chairman, who is enjoying his role, which includes choosing and customizing the make and model of toy tractor that his fellow Drayton Kinsmen will sell. “I had to pick a tractor out of so many different ones out there, and then I had to come up with ways to detail it and make it our own,� Becker said, explaining that working with a professional toy parts shop was interesting and made the process less daunting. “They are really good at knowing what they can do with the tractors,� Becker explained,� They are very knowledgeable at customizing to make them look they did back in the original days.�

There was a lot to consider with this year’s tractor model, including the efforts made every year to change the brand model and even the colour. “This year was really difficult to customize, because we went with a prestige model, and it was really detailed already. To detail an already a detailed tractor was quite difficult,� Becker laughed. “But it was worth the challenge; it was fun.�

Last year’s tractor was an Ertl, wide front Case 830. It had a customized 1/16 scale with front and rear lights and

came in a custom box.

The year before, the toy tractor was a Ford. “My uncle Gary usually does the tractors, [for the show]; he’s really into it, but I was interested in them as well.

I grew up around them and my friends did as well, and I have a few of my own, too.�

So, when given the chance to do something a little different, Becker went for it. “I knew I needed a certain number of tractors [to sell] and what was available, but I really wanted to create one with an implement and I wanted to see how it goes,� Becker said, explaining he chose to add a grader blade to the tractor specifications. “This is the first time we’re doing a tractor with an implement.�

Designing it is only half the fun, Becker added, because the assembled toy tractor still requires the finishing touches, and the detailing work is up to the Drayton Kinsmen volunteer crew. “It’s a group effort,� Becker said. “Once I get everything together, we take all the tractors to the KIN room and we start detailing them.�

With 76 tractors ordered, the work party was set to begin this week.

The finished product will be a John Deere 730, complete with grader blade, one a customized 1/16 scale, with front and rear lights, hand painting, custom box and decal.

Becker isn’t sure exactly how to explain the sentimental attachment to toy tractors, but now that he has designed one, he looks forward to seeing them completed.

Collectible treasure - The John Deere 730 is the first Drayton Farm Show toy tractor to include an implement. The 2012 souvenir edition has a grader blade and is a customized 1/16 scale with front and rear lights, and a hand painted custom box decal.

submitted photo “Some buy it because they can relate to it, because maybe they owned a real one in the past,� he said.

Both young and old enjoy those tiny toy replicas. “People actually look forward to seeing the Kinsmen tractor,� he said. “Quite a few people buy them every year ... they have a collectible for

every year.�

Becker has been a Kinsmen for 11 years now, and one of the aspects of the club that he is most proud of is the fundraising efforts of his club to support Cystic Fibrosis. Proceeds from the 2012 John Deere toy tractor will go to support that cause. A portion of the show’s admission will also go

to Cystic Fibrosis.

Becker looks forward to selling the toy tractors, but he is also looking forward to being at the Farm Show itself. “I like going to see what’s new, like new technologies in the agricultural field,� he said. “I like hanging out with my fellow KIN and seeing the people, the farmers from the commu-

nity, people you haven’t seen in awhile.�

The cost of the 2012 toy tractors is $100.

Order forms are available online at www.draytonkinsmen.ca. Send a copy of the form and cheque payable to Kinsmen Club of Drayton c/o Rick Becker Box 157 Drayton, ON N0G 1P0.

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DRAYT N FARM SHOW DRAYTON KINSMEN 31ST ANNUAL

APRIL 4 & 5, 2012

Attending farm show also means helping others

by Chris Daponte DRAYTON - Every year thousands flock to the Drayton Farm Show at the PMD Arena.

Generally, they are seeking information, looking to purchase something or just going to look around.

But attending the show, which is organized annually by the Drayton Kinsmen, also helps others in a variety of ways.

First of all, $1 from every $3 admission is donated to cystic fibrosis (CF) research. In 2011, over 2000 attended the 30th annual show, which translated into a donation of over $2,300.

About CF According to www.cysticfibrosis.ca, CF is the most common fatal genetic disease affecting Canadian children and young adults.

There is no cure for CF, a multi-system disease, primarily affecting the lungs and digestive system.

In the lungs, where the effects of the disease are most devastating, a build-up of thick mucus causes increasingly

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The farm show is the biggest fundraiser of the year for the Kinsmen and last year over $4,600 was re-invested in the area.

Over the years Kinsmen members have completed hundreds of projects, including an

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addition to the agricultural society building, the purchase of a rescue van and the Jaws of Life for the local fire department, the development of ball parks and soccer fields, and a huge contribution to the PMD Arena.

Those are only a few examples of what Kinsmen have done for the community. They also provide support to a wide range of causes.

Over the years those have also included: minor ball, hockey, soccer, figure skating, the Scouts, school trips and activities, Kinsmen ball and soccer fields, the Moorefield Optimist Park and Playgrounds, the Drayton Festival Theatre, community theatre groups, youth theatre, the Drayton Farmers Market, seniors outings and foster children causes.

The club has also aided the fire department and Pregnancy Crisis Centre, the area United Way and the local food bank, as well as helping to fund multiple sclerosis research.

The club is very concerned with children and provides anti-drug programs including a local Chicken Club, as well as bicycle safety courses.

It supports the Heart and Stroke Foundation and the Ontario March of Dimes, and also provides financial help to local 4-H programs for children and the local agricultural society.

Other show benefits Though run primarily by

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For example, in 2011 the Drayton Rotary Club helped run the door, minor hockey representatives prepared and served food and, for the first time, high school students worked at the show to obtain their volunteer hours.

Kinsmen officials say the show has become a total community effort, and the great feedback received each year seems to support that assertion.

Last year the Advertiser received a letter of thanks from Mitchell’s Mark Junkin, who attended the show and lauded organizers for their efforts.

Junkin said he was “blown away by the level of professionalism” of the organizers, which exceeded that on display at many larger, international shows.

“The fact that this is a community-run event really demonstrates the quality of your Kinsmen Club and the community at large,” Junkin said. “You should definitely be proud of what your community has to offer.”

About the Kinsmen The Drayton Kinsmen are an organization of young men interested in “serving the community’s greatest need.”

And there are plenty of needs. Through a variety of service projects, fundraisers, business meetings and socials, club members enjoy personal development, fellowship and a satisfaction through teamwork.

The Drayton Kinsmen are part of a much larger Association of Kinsmen and Kinette Clubs of Canada.

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ENTERTAINMENT Equine Guelph celebrates War Horse fundraising partnership with Mirvish Productions

By Kelly Waterhouse TORONTO – Over 160 horse enthusiasts assemble for the highly acclaimed War Horse production and a special Equine Guelph Gala evening at the Princess of Wales theatre here on March 8, in support of Equine Guelph’s new horse welfare education programs through the University of Guelph.

Though he was unable to attend the performance, David Mirvish, producer, Mirvish Productions, (recently named Chancellor of the university), said of the evening, “The War Horse Toronto production brings back into the spotlight the welfare issues that faced millions of horses in the First World War. “Recognizing the ongoing need for equine welfare awareness and education, we are pleased to partner with Equine Guelph and the Ontario Equestrian Federation to create the Equine Guelph-OEF War Horse Welfare Education Fund in honour of these brave horses and to develop courses that teach horse care and welfare to future champions of the horse.

“Through education, we hope to help Equine Guelph in their admirable quest of ‘help-

ing horses for life’.”

Director of Equine Guelph Gayle Ecker said, “This is the start of something special, because with industry support we can create programs for people who care about the welfare of the animal, and want to learn what is needed to support it.”

Through new courses, Ecker wants to teach future generations the highest degree of skills in horse care, to reduce horse welfare issues. “In an industry where well-intended old wives tales are often passed down rather than scientific knowledge, the horse is often the victim of mistreatment,” she explained. “Education in horse welfare will result in benefits including: well-informed caregivers; healthier horses; lower vet bills; and fewer unwanted horses.”

Ecker announced, “Tonight, Equine Guelph is pleased to announce that we are able to offer the first Equine Welfare Certificate online program in Canada.

“The support of the industry has enabled us to open this opportunity to students starting in May of this year, with the first offering of the new Equine Welfare course in September.

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ther courses that will become available online through the year.”

Al Patterson, of Equine Canada and the OEF board of directors, represents industry for the advisory council for Equine Guelph, and he was impressed by the evening’s attendance, but also by the partnership now formed with Mirvish Productions.

“This has been fantastic.

What better way to kick off the fundraising? Mirvish has been fantastic,” Patterson said.

Passionate about the cause, he believes the funds will draw attention to the needs of the equine industry. “Welfare has become a greater issue,” he explained. “Education of horse welfare is key. Developing programs to educated people matters.

“It’s all about teaching,” he said, adding that the work of Equine Guelph is part education, part research.

To ensure their support, future performances of the War Horse Toronto production will donate $10 to the education fund for each ticket purchased

by OEF members for performances between Feb. 10 and May 6.

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plimentary CD of the music of War Horse. OEF members are asked to call 416-872-1212 or 1-800-461-3333 to order tickets, using the benefit code – WHFUND. Upon entering the show, gala organizers handed out packets of tissues, in preparation for a moving story. The crowd of horse lovers did not need any convincing of how near and dear the bond between horse and human can be, and there was not a dry eye as the audience rode along on the journey of Joey, the beloved War Horse.

After the production, gala attendees were treated to an exclusive introduction to meet the life-like puppets, each of which required three human puppeteers to provide the lifelike body language of their equine characters, such as ears twitching and breathing, mane and tail movements and the individual personality traits of the horses themselves.

Equine Guelph has plans for another exclusive engagement at the Princess of Wales Theatre on May 10. For more information on equine welfare programs or to make a donation to the Equine Guelph-OEF War Horse Welfare Education Fund visit: www.EquineGuelph.ca.

War Horse - Joey, the lead character in Mirvish Production’s War Horse, captivated Equine Guelph’s Gala attendees during a personal meet and greet with the puppet creation that requires three puppeteers to create life-like movement.

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ENTERTAINMENT Local writer launches ebook about travelling with her family

by Kelly Waterhouse ELORA - There are many philosophies parents try to teach their children, like gratitude for where they live, all that they have, and the courage to make a difference in the world. For writer Nancy Harper, the best way to teach her two young daughters these lessons was to hit the open road as a family for seven months of total adventure. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wanted the girls to experience a different way of life than what they have here, in Canada â&#x20AC;Ś to give them a chance to see how fortunate they are,â&#x20AC;? Harper said.

Together with her husband Doog Farquarht and daughters Annie, (then 8) and Molly, 7, they took off in September 2006 on a journey that took them from the shores of the family cottage in Southampton, Ontario across Canada to Vancouver, New Zealand, Australia and South Africa.

The trip inspired a new outlook on family life and encouraged Harper to publish a chronicle of their family journey, Travellinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Momma: A Parentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s guide to ditching the routine, seeing the world and taking the kids along for the ride.

Harper is a self-described travel junkie and admitted, the travel bug encouraged her to make that time to â&#x20AC;&#x153;explore new

Writing adventures - Elora writer Nancy Harper has produced an ebook about the adventures of taking a family out of its daily routine. Together with her husband Doog Farquhar and daughters Annie, left, and Molly, the family headed off for seven months, exploring Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. Among their adventures was an expedition to the Coral Reef. submitted photo

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Opening Fragments - Elora artist Riki Weiland opened Fragments at the Elora Centre for the Arts on March 8 with gallery curator Phil Irish. The collection is a meditation on memory, the brutality of war and illness, and the resilience of life, with three forms of media. The show runs in the Minarovich Gallery from March 8 to May 6 . Admission is free. Donations welcome. For more information visit www.eloracentreforthearts.ca. submitted photo

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the trip was to spend time together as a family,â&#x20AC;? Harper explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When we get in these routines, the time just flies so fast. The motivation was to slow time down. I think the best thing we you can do [for your children] is take them out of their routine. This was the gift of giving them an experience, rather than a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;thingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. â&#x20AC;?

Rooted in that theme of quality time, Harper challenges the notions of â&#x20AC;&#x153;suburban ideals of keeping up and conformingâ&#x20AC;? by breaking those rules with a voyage that allowed her to share her passion for what she loves most with those she loves most. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I really believe our North American way of life is that the children determine what we [the parents] are doing and I wanted to turn this around,â&#x20AC;?

Harper said. For the author, the story is as much about travel and experiencing different cultures as it is about establishing a sense of her own familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s culture. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a timely theme, especially given our rushed lifestyles. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s getting our kids to look at the world in new ways.â&#x20AC;?

Recalling some of her

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humorous, realistic outlook on travelling with kids, her intent is that parents see that fulfilling dreams doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;tâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; end with childbirth. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a philosophy about parenting, about life,â&#x20AC;? Harper explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not trying to preach about travelling, because I know Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m really fortunate to have had this experience,â&#x20AC;? she said, adding, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I hope it gets people thinking, even if they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to travel, that there are lots of things to do and this is the time to do it.â&#x20AC;?

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favorite memories with her collection of photographs, Harper recalls the impromptu soccer game her family enjoyed with children on street in a small African village, or seeing wild animals on safari, the experience of staying in youth hostels and visiting the coral reef.

Those moments all stand out. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Camping around Lake Superior, outdoor adventures in New Zealand, everything about Australia â&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;? Harper said, adding, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The real crowning glory was South Africa.

Getting to know the people and being treated with genuine kindness â&#x20AC;Ś It was the trip of a lifetime.â&#x20AC;?

A description of the book paints a vivid picture of the not-so-great moments too. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The lowest point came when food poisoning caught up with all four of them on a so-overcrowded-we-canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t-believe-itdidnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t-sink Malaysian ferry â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and only the thought that they were almost certain to drown anyway was worse than puking incessantly into the South China Sea as a bevy of burka-clad Saudis looked on in amusement.â&#x20AC;?

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coming weeks. Check the website at: http://www.agricorp.com/en-ca/News/Pages/RMP-livestockpremium-rates-set-2012.aspx WATCH FOR SIGNS OF SERIOUS HORSE DISEASE A potentially fatal horse disease has been found in Wellington County. The disease is caused by the equine herpes virus (EHV1). The disease does not affect people or other animals. Horses with this virus may have a fever, be weak, dog-sit, not be able to urinate or tilt their head.

If you notice any of these signs, contact a veterinarian immediately. Horses that are able to remain standing may recover with good nursing care. EHV-1 is easily spread. To protect your animals: keep away from sick horses: do not share equipment (harnesses, bridles, grooming equipment) with farms that have sick animals: wash your hands and change your boots and clothing before working with your horses if you have visited a farm with sick animals.

Keep vaccinations of your horses up to date. Contact a veterinarian if your horse is sick. He or she can provide you with detailed information about this disease. For more information: Agricultural Information Contact Centre at: 1-877-424-1300.

COMING EVENTS: Mar. 23 - National Farmers Union - Annual Sustainable Farming Awards and Dinner, at the Elora Legion at 6:00 p.m.; social: 7:00 p.m. Dinner by the Food School and Speaker: Anita Stewart.

Tickets are $20 each and to order, contact John Sutherland 519855-4651.

Mar. 23 - Grain Drying and Storage Workshop in Listowel from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost $30. Instructor Helmut Spieser, OMAFRA. To register, call Ridgetown College at 1-866-2229682.

Mar. 23-25 - 4-H Ontario Conference and Annual Meeting, Waterloo Inn and Conference Hotel, Waterloo. Check details at: http://www.4-hontario.ca/volunteers/volunteer-opportunities/ cam.aspx.

Mar. 24- Grower Pesticide Safety Course at 8:45 a.m. and Separate Exam at 3:00 p.m. at Rockwood. To register, phone the Ontario Pesticide Education Program at 1-800-652-8573.

Mar. 27- Wellington County Farm Safety regular meeting at Husky Farm Equipment, Alma at 8:00 p.m. sharp. For more information, call Walter Grose at 519-846-5329.

Mar. 28 - Grain Drying and Storage Workshop in Woodstock from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost $30. Instructor Helmut Spieser, OMAFRA. To register, call Ridgetown College at 1-866-2229682.

Mar. 28 - Grower Pesticide Safety Course at 8:45 a.m. at Elmira. To register, phone Farmers Plus at 519-669-5475.

Mar. 28 & 29 - London Swine Conference - London Convention Centre. Contact - Linda Dillon at 519-482-3333, or Email - linda.dillon@ontario.ca or check the website - www.londonswineconference.ca.

Mar. 29- Grain Drying and Storage Workshop in Elmvale from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost $30. Instructor Helmut Spieser, OMAFRA. To register, call Ridgetown College at 1-866-2229682.

Mar. 31- Elmira Maple Syrup Festival; the world’s largest one-day Maple Syrup Festival. For more information, phone 1-877-969-0094 or website: www.elmiramaplesyrup.com.

Mar. 31 - Grower Pesticide Safety Course at 8:45 a.m. and Separate Exam at 2:45 p.m. in Orangeville. To register, phone the Ontario Pesticide Education Program at 1-800-652-8573.

Apr. 4 & 5 - Drayton Farm Show, PMD Arena Complex, Drayton. The website is: www.draytonkinsmen.ca.

Apr. 4- National Farmers Union Waterloo-Wellington Local, monthly board meeting at 7:15 p.m. at the Husky Farm Equipment, Alma. (They meet every first Wednesday of the month).

Apr. 11&12- Poultry Industry Show – Western Fair Entertainment Centre, London. For more details visit: http://www.westernfair.com/shows/poultry.html

OFA official wonders if province is betting on the wrong horse with harm to racing industry

by Mark Wales, President, Ontario Federation of Agriculture The Ontario Federation of Agriculture is urging the provincial government to step back and take a serious look at the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation’s (OLG) proposal to end the slots at racetracks program.

The recommendation to end the program effective March 31, 2013 was recently adopted by the Ontario government in an effort to improve provincial gaming revenues.

The OLG made its recommendation as part of a modernization plan, an effort to increase revenues. The plan suggests the casino and slot facility modernization and the end of the slots at racetracks funding. The result of the proposed plan is expected to yield an additional $740 million in annual revenue to the province by 2017. Ironically, the OLG included a state-

ment in its own strategic plan that said, “Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected.”

In other words, the proposed modernization plan is a gamble. And a very risky gamble for the province to be taking because the OLG does not appear to consider, in any way, the potential cost of those proposed changes - it is only looking at a possible increase in revenue.

The OLG is gambling and the stakes are Ontario’s horse racing industry, rural communities and thousands of small

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The federation strongly urges the province and the OLG to start working with the Ontario horse racing industry to build on the productive and profitable relationship they have already enjoyed over the past decade. That partnership can be improved for mutual benefit and will continue to demonstrate its significant and valuable contribution to the Ontario economy and our rural communities.

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The result of OLG’s decision could see the end of racetracks in Ontario, causing the dissolution of a vibrant horse racing and breeding industry.

And along with it, the province will lose approximately $2 billion in economic activity, more than 30,000 full-time jobs and valuable businesses that directly support Ontario’s agricultural infrastructure.

It appears OLG has failed to consider the impact its decision will have on Ontario’s horse racing industry and the jobs it sustains across Ontario.

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“The Canadian Nuffield Farming Scholarship provides innovative Canadians with the funding to travel internationally to expand their personal horizons while exploring agricultural issues and opportunities in a global context,” said Barb Stefanyshyn-Cote, Chair and 2003 Scholar.

Three scholarships of $15,000 each are available for 2013.

Applicants should be in mid-career, be between the ages of 30 and 45 (although exceptions are made) and must have a minimum of five years agricultural business or farming experience plus the management ability to step away from their current duties.

The scholar must travel for a minimum of ten weeks, with Continued on next page

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Rural Life

Farmers, rural leaders generate ideas at annual Farmland Preservation forum

GUELPH – New development taxes, Green Energy Act reform, agricultural conservation easement programs and improved provincial land use policies have been highlighted by farmers, planners and municipal leaders as priorities for sustaining agriculture and improving farmland protection in Ontario.

One hundred and fifty people attended the Ontario Farmland Trust’s Farmland Preservation Forum at the University of Guelph Feb. 17, representing most agricultural regions in southern Ontario.

The theme Balancing Agriculture and Resource Demands in Rural Ontario generated discussion and new policy ideas.

“The intent of this year’s event was to bring focus to the relationship between policy, land use and rural economic development across Ontario,” said Ontario Farmland Trust (OFT) policy coordinator and forum organizer Matt Setzkorn. “Do existing policies lead us toward balancing the multiple functions of the rural landscape, or toward land use conflict?”

Setzkorn said land use con-

flict is of particular concern to primary agriculture, which relies on a stable land base, established farm infrastructure and a network of supporting farm businesses.

Speakers and participants expressed concern about support for agriculture and farmland protection among intensifying competition with green energy, aggregate pits and quarries, natural heritage preservation and urban sprawl.

“The public has the false impression that land use is stable and sustainable in rural Ontario,” said Clarington planner Faye Langmaid, who spoke as part of a panel at the event.

“The reality is that the rural landscape is continually evolving.”

Carl Cosack, a farmer and chairman of the North Dufferin agriculture and community task force, a group opposing a mega-quarry application near Shelburne, said, “Let us challenge ourselves to shape policy that creates cooperation rather than conflict.”

He suggested new policies that are socially sustainable and include community engagement. One example is allowing communities that

host resources like aggregate and wind to bid on becoming the home for those developments rather than the province favouring outside interests.

Leadership, education and collaboration were clear themes that emerged.

Niagara Region planning commissioner Patrick Robson encouraged participants to be responsive to the needs in their communities and actively inform policy development. “Take the initiative to engage the province, explain where land use and agricultural policy is lagging and suggest improvements based on innovation in your community.”

Lincoln Mayor Bill Hodgson reminded the crowd, “While application and interpretation of policy is primarily top-down, policy development happens from the bottom-up.”

Niagara Region was profiled as a case study in agricultural policy development.

During small group discussions, new policy directions were suggested, including: - creating a new tax on any ‘change of land use’ or ‘greenfield’ development to support farmland protection and more efficient land use;

- providing greater protections for agriculture and farmland from aggregate developments within the Provincial Policy Statement; - reforming the process for resolving land use disputes (community referendums in addition to Ontario Municipal Board hearings); - introducing farmland conservation easement programs that support farmers and protect farmland; and - improving the green energy development approval process to fully engage the communities impacted.

Forum participants indicated a strong desire to align with common policy and planning goals for agriculture, understanding that policy should: - prioritize the protection of farmland as a finite and valuable resource; - enhance farm profitability for all sizes, types and intensities of production; - prevent land use conflicts; - preserve the ability to be self-sufficient in food production; and - seek to achieve long-term social, environmental and economic sustainability, acknowledging that the countryside and

rural-agricultural communities provide the foundation for Ontario’s prosperity.

Farmland Trust chairman Stew Hilts said, “Today’s dialogue, bringing farmers, policy-makers and others together, is critical to enabling innova-

tion in policy and discovering new opportunities for collaboration and engagement that are essential to building a sustainable future.”

Full forum proceedings can be viewed at www.Ontario FarmlandTrust.ca.

NFU awards dinner, meeting is March 23 ELORA The local chapter of the National Farmers Union is hosting its annual awards dinner March 23 here to celebrate local food and honour the work of farmers.

A pork dinner will be prepared by Chris Jess and his students from Centre Wellington District High School’s food school.

There will be music by local musicians, local farmer nominees will be introduced and awards for the winners will be presented by Member Parliament Michael Chong.

This year, awards fall into three categories: Sustainable Farmer of the Year, Young

Farmer of the Year, and a Barn Restoration award. The prizes were designed by high school students, who will also be in attendance. There will be a skit by area students and a talk by Anita Stewart, most recently recognized with the Order of Canada for her promotion of local food and Canadian cuisine.

The event is held in conjunction with the NFU Waterloo-Wellington local’s annual general meeting. The Elora Legion’s doors open at 6pm for a social time and dinner is served at 7pm.

For ticket, call Melisa at 519-820-2350.

Farming scholarships for agricultural enthusiasts from previous page a minimum leg of six consecutive weeks. Scholarships are not for those involved in fulltime studies or for the purpose of furthering research projects.

“We are focused on developing the practical, managerial and commercial capacities of each scholar to enable them to be better farmers, business managers and leaders and to make a significant contribution to the future of Canadian agriculture,” said StefanyshynCote.

The scholarships are awarded to those judged to have the greatest potential to create value for themselves, their industries and their communities through life-long learning and improvement. They are awarded on the strength of the applicants’ vision, enthusiasm and determination to pursue goals.

Scholars receive a key to the best production, management and marketing systems in every corner of the world.

In addition to embracing

the world’s best in agriculture, winners gain life-long friends from around the world, and an understanding and global perspective, of politics, cultures and challenges of world agriculture.

A part of the scholarship is the opportunity for winners to study a topic of interest throughout their travels.

Scholars must complete their projects within two years of winning and are expected to produce a written report and present their findings at the

Nuffield annual general meeting as well as to others in their industries.

They are also required to participate in the Contemporary Scholars Conference (CSC) where they will meet with scholars from other countries and join a network of people who are at the cutting edge of primary industry.

Applications must be received by April 30.

Application forms can be downloaded at www.nuffield. ca.

Want to control your gambling?

OLG is working with counsellors to provide the help you may need.

OLG offers a voluntary Self-Exclusion program and works with debt and treatment counsellors across Ontario to ensure our players have access to free and confidential support services.

If you nd yourself gambling too often or if it no longer feels like a game, OLG’s voluntary Self-Exclusion program can be an important rst step. By entering the program, you commit to stay away from all OLG slots and casino facilities in Ontario. To complement the program, we work with independent problem gambling and debt management experts to ensure you have access to the right support and tools to get the help you need. When you enroll in the voluntary

Self-Exclusion program, you are offered the option to have an independent counsellor present. In fact, you can even

sign up for the program at a participating problem gambling or debt counsellor’s ofce. That way, you’re guaranteed

In the Grand River area, to reach a problem gambling counsellor and to inquire about registering for the Self-Exclusion program, OLG encourages you to contact:

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immediate, condential support from trained professionals.

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PAGE FOURTEEN Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, March 23, 2012

Karate dojo returns from tournament in Japan

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Visit our website: orangevilleoutlawsfootball.com to register or for more information.

Podium proud - Seventeenyear-old Fergus native Kaelyn Coghill, centre, attended the OFSAA wrestling championships in Peterborough March 5 to 7. After four hard fought matches, Coghill came away the gold medal in the men’s 95kg division, with the support of his coach, former Olympian Karlo Kasap of Guelph. Coghill previously won gold at the district and CWOSSA championships and the juvenile provincials.

He will compete in the juvenile national championships in New Brunswick in April. submitted photo

Correction

An article in last week’s sports section incorrectly stated the Edge U-14 ‘AA’ ringette team is the first Elora Fergus team to make the Eastern Canadian Championships.

In fact, the U-19 Elora Fergus team won gold at the tournament in 2011. The Advertiser regrets the error.

by Kelly Waterhouse ELORA - Seven members of the Elora Gorge Karate Dojo have returned from the International Dai Sensei Mei Toku Yagi Memorial celebration in Okinawa, Japan, held March 1 to 6.

“The Okinawa experience, as we are calling it, was an awesome trip. The junior students were our main focus,” said Sensei Bill Stimpson, owner of the dojo.

Francesca VanEsch (11) and Michael Corbett (13) were two of the youngest students invited to compete in the tournament.

“Our students competed in two events: single Kata and team Kata,” he explained.

“I told my students they were competing on a world stage so they were already winners. My only expectation of them was to go out and do their best” Stimpson said.

“Though they did not place in their competitions, I know they did their best, and I was very proud of their efforts.

Both Michael and Francesca agree that it was a great experience just to compete.”

The event, held at the Okinawa National Theatre, was part of the celebration of the life of Dai Sensei Mei Toku Yagi, the master of the discipline of karate that Stimpson and his students practice.

“Our small group participated in a mass demonstration of karate, and that was a great honour. Our small dojo per-

Okinawa adventure - Members of the Elora Gorge Karate Dojo had the opportunity to meet Master Meitatsu Yagi (seated), Master in the Hombu Dojo in Okinawa, Japan. From left are: Francesca Van Esch, Susan Stimpson, Sensei Bill Stimpson, Astrid Van Esch, Jerry Van Esch, Natalia Van Esch and Micheal Corbett.

submitted photo formed a group Kata Tenchi on stage before an audience of about 500 people,” Stimpson said.

Getting to see Japan, staying in both Tokyo and Okinawa, was a cultural experience for the team from Centre Wellington.

“We met great karate people from all over the globe,” Stimpson explained. “The language was not a problem.

We had karate as our com-

mon bond. Some of our students understood the Japanese terms used in the dojo, but of course, some translations we just didn’t understand, so we helped each other out.”

For Stimpson, a fifth degree black belt with more than 20 years of martial arts training, was inspired by the opportunity to go to the birthplace of karate.

“My biggest thrill was to train at the Hombu Dojo

with master Meitatsu Yagi,” Stimpson said. “You could feel the history of the building and the two hours of personal training was incredible.”

Stimpson said it was the trip of a lifetime, and he hopes his students gained a global perspective on their sport.

“The people were all so kind and helpful,” he said. “We estimated the time spent training in two weeks was equal to one month here at home.”

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Hometown proud - Keelan Sittlington of Elora travelled to Buffalo on March 14 to see his favorite NHL team, the Colorado Avalanche, and hometown player Jamie McGinn. Sittlington held up a sign that read, “I’m from Fergus, Jamie McGinn. Go Avalanche!” Sittlington caught his hero’s attention and was handed an autographed puck

by McGinn, who scored twice in the game, including the tying goal with one second left in the game. The Avalanche went on to win the game 5-4 in overtime. In nine games since being traded from the San Jose Sharks, McGinn has registered seven goals, two assists, nine points and nine penalty minutes, to go along with a plus-3 rating and 28 shots on goal (stats as of March 16). submitted photo

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FROM PAGE TWO $15, child 6-12 $6, preschoolers free with ticket. Tickets: Ron Wilkin Jewellers, Belwood Country Store. Take-outs: call 519787-1096. *** Elora and Salem Horticultural Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Monthly Meeting â&#x20AC;&#x201C;7:30pm. Judith Humphries, CLD from A Garden For All Seasons Inc. will be on hand to discuss â&#x20AC;&#x153;Islamic Gardens.â&#x20AC;? Join us at the Heritage River Retirement Community, 25 Wellington Drive, Elora. Everyone is welcome. *** Until April 15- Theatre Orangeville presents: Wingfield Lost & Found. A Dan Needles Comedy. Starring Rod Beattie. Tickets are $32.38 to $39.16 (all inclusive). For tickets call 519-942-3423 or 1-800-424-1295. *** Public board meeting of the Waterloo Wellington Community Care Access Centre at our Guelph office, 450 Speedvale Avenue West, Suite 201, Guelph. 6-8pm. The agenda will be posted on www.ww.ccac-ont.ca. If you have any questions please call 888883-3313 ext. 5507. Open to the public.

Fri. Mar. 30

Harriston-Minto Cancer Society Soup and Sandwich Luncheon, 11:30-1pm. $8. Harriston United Church. For more info. Contact Laverne Stinson 519-338-5566. *** Century Church Theatre, 72 Trafalgar Road, Hillsburgh. Romantic Comedy by Bernard Slade. A delightful comedy from the writer of Bewitched, The Partridge Family, and Same Time Next Year.

A Century Theatre Guild production, directed by Dale Jones.

Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm. Sundays at 2:30pm. $18 inclusive.

Box Office 519-855-4586. *** Harriston Legion Branch #296 - Dinner 5 - 7pm. Tickets $12, Children under 12 $6, preschoolers free. For more information call 519-338-2843. *** Alma Optimist Beef Barbecue. 5-7pm. Alma Community Hall.

Admission $12, kids $4. *** Contra dance with live music. Highland Rugby Club Field House, 150 Albert St. W., Fergus. 8-10:30pm. Admission $10 (students $8) No partner or previous experience necessary. Contact Carolyn Crozier 519-843-3030. *** Guelph Arts Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Schmoozefest 5-7pm. Come schmooze with local artists and arts supporters at Van Goghâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ear, 10 Wyndham St., N. Guelph. Book a 2-minute spotlight in advance.

519-836-3280.

Sat. Mar. 31

opportunity for community members to exchange non-genetically modified seeds with each other. We also encourage that the seeds involved be local and organic as much as possible. Folks can drop off clearly labeled and descriptive seed packets at the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;seed swapâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; table in exchange for others. More details can be found at www. seedysaturday.blogspot.com.

Sun. Apr. 1

Century Church Theatre presents Romantic Comedy by Bernard Slade. 2:30pm. Tickets: 519-855-4586. *** Annual Chili Cook Off and Dessert Bake Off Fundraiser. 4:30 -7pm. Elora Arena. Profits to Elora Public School Playground Enhancement Project. Adults: $10, Children under 10 $5, Family Ticket: 2 adults with 3 or more children $30. Entry free for all participating cooks! *** â&#x20AC;&#x153;Quintessenceâ&#x20AC;? Elora Centre for the Arts. Opening reception 2-4pm. Show runs from March 29 to May 6. *** The choir of St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Church, Belwood presents the Cantata â&#x20AC;&#x153;No Stone Could Hold himâ&#x20AC;? by Lloyd Larson. 7pm. In the church. Refreshments and free will offering. *** You are invited to the annual meeting of the Chalmers Community Services Centre, 2pm at Kortright Presbyterian Church, 55 Devere Dr., Guelph. For further information, please call 519-822-8778. *** CWL Spring Tea & Bazaar. Church of Our Lady Immaculate, Norfolk St., Guelph. 11am -3:30pm. Light lunch served at noon in our Tea Room, $6. For information 519-763-0054.

Mon. Apr. 2

Ladies of St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Presbyterian Church, Frederick St. Arthur.

Monthly meeting 7:30pm. Easter theme. All welcome.

Dear Editor: Grandmothers of the Grand thank all the people and businesses who helped make our International Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day evening and curling bonspiel a huge success.

Not only did our events highlight local women, but they also brought awareness of the plight of women in Africa, our aboriginal women and women in Honduras.

Thanks to the following people and businesses, we were able to realize a substantial financial contribution to the Stephen Lewis Foundation in raising funds for grandmothers in Africa: Uptown CafĂŠ, E & G Bakery, Fergies Fine Foods, The Fergus Scottish Corner Shop, The Brewhouse, Made in Holland, I Love Chocolate, The Horizon, Cafe Creperie, Cork, Vitoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pizzeria, The Tandoori Grill, Bentley House Tea Room and Catering, New

Happy Garden, Van Galiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, M & M Meats, Wellington County Food Bank, Hooligans CafĂŠ, Zehrs, Dars Country Store, The Goofie Newfie Bar & Grill, The Gorge Country Kitchen, Ashley Woods and The Elora Legion, Jeremy Woods, ICS, Valerie Kampf, Darlene Martin, David Drimmie Florist, Deb Dalziel, Annie McLeod, Erin Rooney, Donna Garvin, Lori Rodgers, the volunteers from the Fergus Curling Club, Marg Black, The Grand 92.9 Radio, Fergus-Elora News, Express, The Wellington Advertiser, Cogeco TV, Rob Black, Kitras Glass, Lines Hair Salon, Catherine Tokarz, Sam Harrop.

Without the support from our wonderful community, we could not assist women of the world to build bridges of peace and hope for the future.

The Grandmothers of the Grand of Ontario

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Wed. Apr. 4

Canadian Cancer Society Annual Daffodil Luncheon. 11:301:30pm. $10 per person. Salad plate, rolls, pie, tea and coffee.

Royal Canadian Legion Br. 275. 500 Blair St. Fergus. Takeout and delivery call 519-843-1426.

Thurs. Apr. 5

Belwood Lions Jamboree. 7:30pm Belwood Hall. Come and Play, Sing, Dance & just enjoy the Entertainment. Admission $5pp.

(Performing musicians: FREE). Call 519-843-7011 for information.

Fri. Apr. 6

Elora United Church/Howellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fish Fry and Silent Auction, 4:307, at the Elora Community Centre. Take-out available. Tickets: Elora United Church or 519-846-9451. Adults - $15, children under 12- $8 (1/2 portion fish). *** Good Friday Cantata â&#x20AC;&#x201C; performed by area choirs and conducted

by Derek Moore. Grace Anglican Church Arthur. 7:30pm. Free will offering. *** Good Friday Pancake Breakfast at Grace Community Church, 7427 Wellington County Road #30 (old Marden Road). 9 -11am. $5/ each or $20/ family. Proceeds for Youth Missions in Ecuador.

For tickets or for more info. please call 519-837-1457. *** Easter Services at Everton Community Church - 0379 Evert St., Everton. Good Friday Communion Service on Apr. 6, 10:30am.

Easter Sunday Worship Service on Apr. 8, 10:30am. Further information available by calling 519-856-1185.

Celebrating April Foolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day at Barrie Hill United Church. A 3 course roast pork dinner and entertainment. For tickets contact Tim at 519-763-2661. Ticket price $25. Proceeds to the Barrie Hill Kitchen Renovation Fund. 5702 Wellington Rd. 29, R. R. #5 Rockwood. *** Come one and all to the Country Breakfast at Rockwood United Church 8-11am. Tickets at door. Adults $7, Child $5 and Family Deal $20 (2 adults and 2 or more children). All welcome. For more info. call 519-856-4160. *** Marsville Lions Community Breakfast. $5 per person. Marsville Community Centre. Last Saturday of every month. 7:30-10:30am.

Also, recycling of wine bottles, beer bottles and cans, pop cans. *** Scrapbooking and crafts day at Knox Church Ospringe. 9am- 3pm Sat. Apr. 7 Lunch provided, donations to the food bank gratefully received. Jam Session Fergus Legion 2-5pm. Everybody welcome.

519-856-4453 for directions or more information. *** *** Barrie Hill United Church Easter Bunny Hop Dance. 7pm at Trinity United Church, Grand Valley. Spring Fling. Pancakes, Rockmosa Community Centre, Rockwood. $15 at the door. sausage and fresh maple syrup served from 8:30-1:00. Also home Prizes, raffles, 50/50 etc. Proceeds to Barrie Hill United Church baking, fish pond and syrup for sale. Adults-$5/Children under kitchen renovation project. For info. call Jenny 519-856-0737.

12-$3. *** Sun. Apr. 8 Arthur Legion Karaoke. 8:30pm.

Welcome all children to St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anglican Church, Rockwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s *** 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt. 11am. Please call 519-856-9211 to Country Dance. Alma Community Hall. $10. Dance to Country register your child.

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Horoscopes - For the fifth week of March -

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, sit down with a calculator and get a better handle on your finances, especially what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re bringing into the house each month and what is going out.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 It may be time to take a relationship to another level, Taurus. Look for inspiration from another couple you admire and enjoy the ride.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, with so much to do, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re barely squeaking by this week. So avoid taking on any additional projects. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t dig yourself into a hole that you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get out of.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, financial issues are certainly keeping you on your toes, although you are hoping for a respite. Go with the flow for now and find a better way to organize.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be surprised when others are amenable to your ideas. You give careful consideration to all your proposals, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no wonder others are ready to follow your lead.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, if you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t felt the crunch of a deadline yet, you probably cannot avoid it this week. Tackle the work head-on and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t allow yourself to procrastinate.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too much on your mind to focus on just one thing for the time being. This is a sign that you need to cut down on your stimuli -at least temporarily.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, expect others to turn to you for the next good idea or advice. It can be taxing being the reliable one, but it also an honor to be respected like this.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, when you want to get yourself heard, there is no point sugar-coating what you have to say.

Most people appreciate honesty, even if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abrupt.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, some decisions you make may not be the right decisions. A wise person learns from his or her mistakes but also tries new things.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, remember that the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. Stop looking at whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wrong where you are, and focus on what is right.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, trust friends and family when they insist they have your best interest in mind. You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t always look out for yourself.

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DID YOU KNOW WELLINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY HAS GREAT ONLINE RESOURCES FOR KIDS AND ADULTS? eBooks for Kids Visit TumbleBookLibrary, ebooks for kids in grades Kindergarten to 6. This is an online collection of animated and talking picture books, including favourites like The Paper Bag Princess and fairy tales.

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