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PAGE TWO Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, October 22, 2010ÂÂ
Turkey Supper
St. John’s United Church Belwood
Wednesday, November 3rd
Settings at 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 & 7:30
Adults $14, Children (12 & under) $6, Preschoolers FREE (Need Ticket)
Tickets: Ron Wilkin’s, Belwood Store and Pine Meadows, Donna 519-787-6985
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church ARTHUR
136th Anniversary
Sunday, Oct. 24th, 2010 11:00am Guest Speaker: Rev. Kees Vandermey “The Story, My Story, Our Story� Special Music: Lloyd Latour
Lunch served following the service
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FALL FESTIVAL Melville United Church, Fergus Community Event - FREE Admission Sat. Oct. 23rd, 10am-5pm Dinner Served until 6:30pm • Baking & Preserves • Crafts • Silent Auction • Snacks/Meals • Attic Treasures • Ice Cream Parlour • Children’s Area • Vendors • Books • 1000 Frozen Meat Pies
Joseph & the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat 7:00pm Fun Musical for all ages - local talent - freewill Delicious Dinner offered before the concert; Desserts after
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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT. Summer Actors Wanted. Century Church Theatre in Hillsburgh is finalizing its plays for the 2011 Professional Summer Festival, and would like to hear from anyone interested in auditioning. There will be two comedies, one playing in July and one in August. Contracts are for four weeks, and candidates must be available for daytime rehearsals and matinee performances. Both plays will be cast before Christmas, so names can be printed in the next Season Brochure. Anyone interested in receiving details on the plays, audition dates, and contracts, should call Neville Worsnop at 519-855-4586.
Oct 22
Annual Craft Bazaar Evergreen Senior Community Centre 10am- 2pm, 683 Woolwich, Guelph. Free parking, wheelchair accessible. Light lunch served. For more info. call 519- 823 -1291. *** Knox-Calvin Presbyterian Church - Harriston - Annual Roast Beef Dinner and Quilt Draw. Two sittings, 5pm and 7pm. Adults $12, Child 10 and Under $5. For tickets call 519-338-2624. *** The Fergus Legion Branch 275, 500 Blair Street Fergus is hosting “An Award Winning Tribute to Elvis Presley by Peter Irwin� 8pm. Advance ticket price is $15 per person available at the branch 519-843-2345. Ticket price at the door will be $25. *** Harriston Legion #296 Pub Night. Entertainment by Lindsay Morgan. Starting at 7pm. Draws to be held. *** All You Can Eat Wings Harriston Legion # 296 5-7pm. $12 per person. For more information call 519-338-2843. *** Oct 22- Euchre Card Party 7:30pm at St. Teresa of Avila Church Hall, 19 Flamingo Dr. Elmira. Admission $6. Everyone welcome.
Oct 23
Elora Legion Branch 229, 110 Metcalfe St. Elora, Saturday Night Dance. Entertainment by “Bill Beattie�. For info. call Judy Alles 519-846-5582. *** Dinner and comedy show hosted by Maryhill K. of C. 6:30pm. $30 per person includes Chicken breast and Ham dinner followed by stand-up comedy entertainment. Call Mike 519-648-3394 or Dan 519-650-5523 for more information. *** Turkey Dinner at Knox- Elora Presbyterian Church. Settings: 4:45pm and 6:15pm. Tickets: Adults $12, 8 and under $6. Please call 519-846-0680. *** An Alternative Health Fair. 10am-3pm. St. John Public School, 50 Lamond St. Fergus. Admission by donation to the food bank. *** Duff’s Church Bazaar. 10am-1pm. Country store, bakery deli, stitchery, flowers and candy. Relax and stay for lunch. *** Karaoke at Arthur Legion 8:30pm. *** The Fergus Legion Branch 275, 500 Blair Street Fergus Cribbage Tournament, 1pm. Two person team. Entry fee per team is $20. Registration opens at 11:30am. Everyone welcome to play. *** Spookarama Bid Euchre tournament- Evergreen Senior Community Centre. Starts at 12noon. $10 per person. Advanced registration with payment is required. Dress in costume is encouraged. Everyone welcome. Call Ken Johnson for more information 519-824-9512. *** Mozart’s Marriage of Figaro launches the Guelph Symphony Orchestas’s new season, River Run Centre, 7:30pm. A concert performance of Mozart’s comic masterpiece. Conducted by Kristian Alexander. *** 7pm “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat�, Melville United Church, Fergus. Favourite family musical by local talent with Matthias Schmidt at piano and keyboard. Dinner offered before, pie and ice cream after. Freewill for concert. 519-8435863/1781. *** 10am-5pm. Fall Festival, Melville United Church, Fergus. Meals and snacks all day. Bake sale, attic treasures and nostalgia, books, silent auction, vendors, crafts. Selling 1000 frozen meat pies. Kids’ area. Community event. 519-843-5863/1781. *** Harvest and craft fair, 10am-3pm Dublin Street United Church, Guelph. Free admission, parking. *** Barrie Hill United Church 177th Anniversary Turkey Supper. Adults $13, Students $6 (5-12) , preschool free with ticket. 4:30 and 5:30 buffet tickets call Bernice 519-824-8609, 6:30 and 7:30 buffet tickets and takeout call Lillian 519-821-4555. *** Semi Annual Roast Beef Dinner Knox Church Ospringe, corner of highway 125 and 124, starting at 5pm, three sittings, for tickets call Nora 519-856-4453, Adults $13 Children $6. Take Out available pre-ordered only. *** NeighbourWoods on the Grand Tea Crafting Workshop: foraging for tea in the urban environment. Elora nature walk to collect ingredients, then indoor preparation of delicious gourmet teas made of common plant ingredients. 2-4pm. Elora Environment Centre. Find us on the web for more details. *** Quilt Show and Sale – The Magic of Cloth to be held October
23 and 24, 10am – 4pm at the Orangeville Fairgrounds. This is the fourth show put on by the 120 member Dufferin Piecemakers Quilting Guild every 3rd year. The Guild is a non-profit organization and contributes to Dufferin County community in many meaningful ways. www.dufferinpiecemakers.org. *** Join in the Elora non-motorized Monster March Parade. 7pm. Starting at McDonald square Marching down Metcalfe. Rain or moonshine. Please email your group size and name to halloweenelora@cogeco.ca. Please bring a donation for the local foodbank. *** Westminster - St. Paul’s Church holds its annual turkey supper. Sittings at 5pm and 6:30pm. Tickets are $13/adult and $6/child age 5-12. Children under 5 free. Tickets are available at the church office, 206 Victoria Rd., N. Guelph. Call the church office at 519-824-5221. *** Oct 23and 24- Aberfoyle Junction Model Railway Fall Show. 10am-4:30pm. Admission Adults $8, children $5, seniors $6. Snack bar and gift shop. Barrier free access. Directions: Located on old #6 Hwy (Brock Rd.) 1km north of 401, south of village of Aberfoyle. Watch for signs. Call 519-836-2720. *** Electronics Recycling Event Day – 9am-3pm at Rockmosa Community Centre, 74 Christie St., Rockwood. This service is provided at no charge. Wellington County ratepayers only. Food bank donations will be accepted. For a list of acceptable old electronics, phone 519-837-2601. *** Alma Optimist Roadkill Race for MS. Wallace Cummings Park, Alma. 1km fun run at 1:30pm. 5km/10km run/walk at 2:00pm Register online www.runningroom.com
Oct 24
Ebenezer United Church is celebrating its 187th Anniversary. Everyone is welcomed. The service will be at 10:30am and will be followed by a friendly get together and some refreshments. 12274 Guelph Line between 20 and 25 side road. *** Geo-Dashing at the Guelph Lake Nature Centre 2-4pm. Please call to register 519-836-7860. $5/person. This program is designed for people who are new to geo-caching or geo-dashing. You will learn how to operate the basic functions on a GPS unit before heading out on a high tech treasure hunt. GPS units are limited, please call ahead to reserve. *** Knox-Calvin Presbyterian Church Harriston - 149th Anniversary Service 10:30am. Guest Speaker: Rev John Henderson - All Welcome. Sunday Evening at 7:30pm we host the “Serenaders� from Listowel in Concert for the start of our 150th Year Celebrations - All Welcome. *** Euchre party at Sacred Heart Church, Kenilworth at 8pm. Admission: $2.50 Penny table, 50/50 draw and light lunch. Everyone welcome. *** Join The Wellington County Historical Society to hear James FitzGerald, author of the book What Disturbs our Blood: A Son’s Request to Redeem the Past, at Nicholas Keith Room, Wellington Place. 2 - 4pm.
Oct 25
Victoria Park Seniors Centre: Seminar: “One Place To Look� at 10:15am (presented by the Wellington County Library, Fergus Branch Manager). Call 519-787-1814 to register. *** Until Oct. 30, Hallowe’en Crafts Week, Wellington County Library – Fergus Branch. Drop-in to make a Halloween craft. New crafts every day. Adult supervision is required. Anytime between 10:30am - 5pm (10:30 – 2:30 on Saturday).
Oct 26
Guelph Horticultural Society General Meeting, 7:30pm. Dublin Street United Church. Basic Gardening Demonstration and Mini Show. Guest speaker: Tom Bradley - “Common Plant Pests and their Control�. New members welcome. Guests $5. *** Victoria Park Seniors Centre: Learn to Play Bid Euchre at 10am. Public Flu Clinic (for seniors and high risk individuals) 10am3pm – Drop-in. No appointment necessary. For more information contact the Public Health Unit 519- 846-2715 OR 1-800-2657293. *** Tuesday October 26, Wellington County Library – Fergus Branch - Genealogy Workshops. The Death Certificate: What is pernicious anemia anyway? 2pm. Please register. *** Guelph Horticultural Society General Meeting 7:30pm. Dublin Street United Church. Basic Gardening Demonstration and Mini Show. Guest speaker: Tom Bradley “Common Plant Pests and their Control�. New members welcome. Guests $5.
Oct 27
Victoria Park Seniors Centre: Lunch and Tour of Heritage River Retirement Residence 11:45am (Free. But please pre-register!). Call 519-787-1814 to register. *** Plan to attend the Elora and Salem Horticultural Society’s Monthly Meeting – Wed., 7:30pm. Master Gardener Robert Pavlis will present “Canoe the Canadian Arctic�. He will discuss his adventures to the Canadian north and will focus on the flora and fauna he encountered. Hope to see you at the Heritage River Continued on page 15
Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, October 22, 2010 PAGE THREE
Paso Fino: Smoothest ride ever by David Meyer
When Christopher Columbus made his second journey to the New World, he had in mind taking home lots of riches from the new territories that he had “discovered” for Spain. What he likely did not realize was he was bringing a treasure of his own along in his ship - Paso Fino horses. In 1493, he disembarked with 20 horses, five of them mares on the island of Borinquen at the bay of Aguada, (today Añasco) and gave the region the name San Juan Bautista. Columbus had no idea that 500 years later those horses would be spreading all over North America, and they would be prized in modern times for the very traits they had all those years ago. Paso Fino means “fine gait,” and the horses live up to their name. Some say it is impossible for the eye to catch their leg movements, and yet the horse can actually be moving very slowly. Marijean Harris moved to the Centre Wellington area just off County Road 29 on the Eramosa-Garafraxa Townline two years ago from Terra Cotta, and renamed the farm Forest Gait Farm. The spelling of “Gait” was no accident because she breeds Paso Fino horses for pleasure riding, lessons, trail riding and simply for the love of the breed. She said with her husband working in Kitchener, the move brought them closer to his work, but she loves the area, too. “It’s beautiful - especially Fergus and Elora.” She quickly learned
Wellington County has more horses per capita than any other county in the province, and, she said, “There’s more varieties [of horses].” Paso Finos developed on the Iberian Peninsula and were the mount of choice by the Conquistadors, the Spanish soldiers who came to the new world to conquer the Incas, Mayas and Aztecs and to send home gold and other treasures. The reason for their choice of mount would be obvious to anyone who has ever ridden a horse for the first time. When the horse trots, the riders gets taken along on a bump, bump, bumpy ride. Novices are taught to post, a method of dealing with the discomfort of riding a trotting horse. Now, imagine a Conquistador in Mexico or South America riding a horse while wearing full battle armor, and marching through swamps, and across plains and desert as they were forced to do. They might never have reached the fabled cities they eventually looted, simply because of the discomfort of the ride. Harris explained Paso Finos simply move their legs differently than other breeds and “because they have a smooth gait you don’t bounce in the saddle. They don’t trot. They’re like equine sportscars.” The Paso Fino is a blend of the Barb, Spanish Jennet and Andalusian horse, said Harris. It was bred by Spanish land owners in Puerto Rico and Colombia to be used in their planta-
Easy rider - Marijean Harris gives this Paso Fino a good workout in the sand ring behind her barn on the Garafraxa- Eramosa Townline. Paso Fino means “smooth gait” and the horse is gaining in popularity because of its easy ride.
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invited me to come and ride. I never rode before. I instantly fell in love with them.” Harris explained there are three types of Paso Fino, including the classic Fino, the performance horse and the pleasure horse. The latter has more extension in the leg and, “It’s what I’m breeding here,” she said of Forest Gait Farm. That farm has about 26 acres of pasture, forest and trails, leaving it an excellent and scenic place for people to come and ride. Harris has a 12-stall barn, ten Paso Finos, and is planning to add to her
“They don’t trot. They’re like equine sportscars.” the breed during their service in the Armed Forces in Puerto Rico, and when they returned home, they imported their horses, rather than sell them. That stock provided some of the first Paso Finos bred in the United States. When Harris first came across the breed, she had never ridden. Her reaction to the Paso Fino was similar to those of the American soldiers - who could not stand the idea of selling the horse off when it was time to go home. “A friend of mine had one,” Harris remembered. “She
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tions because of its endurance and the comfortable ride it provided. All Paso Finos share their heritage with the Peruvian Paso, the American Mustangs and other descendants of Colonial Spanish Horses. Puerto Rican and Colombian horses, as well as Paso Finos from Cuba and other tropical countries, have been interbred in the United States to produce a modern American Paso Fino show horse. The horse became popular with Americans in the 1950s and 1960s. They learned of
business. She offers horse leasing, where people can come and rent to ride, and she tries to match the horse to the rider’s skill level. One woman in her 60s was there, riding out on a horse over 20, and they seemed perfectly suited and quite happy to hit the trails on a bright, sunny day. Harris said the smooth ride is only one of the reasons why people like the horse. It ranges from 14.2 to 16 hands, so it is smaller than most, the horses are very gentle and, because of their smooth gait, they can also carry heavy loads.
A Paso Fino horse is also very versatile. Riders can try several competitions at elite levels. The horse: - won a Wind Rider Challenge championship; - won 100 mile endurances rides; - won competitive trail rides; - has won USEF/PFHA sponsored regional, national and international shows; - won drill team competitions; - can be ridden for hours on the trail without rider fatigue; - can show the brilliance of the breed in parades and demonstrations; - can be trained to drive; and - can work cattle. The Paso Fino comes in all the usual colours of the horse world except one. It does not have appaloosa colours. Harris offers boarding, lessons and also sells horses when people contact her. Type in “Paso Fino” on Google and Forest Gait Farm is one of the first websites there. She has been involved with the Paso Fino now for over 20 years and is a certified Paso Fino riding teacher. She received that accreditation from the Paso Fino Horse Association, based in Kentucky. She said she likes the breed because “They are very people friendly.” A step into the pasture is a great demonstration of that.
The stallion, two mares and a colt come running as one enters the pasture, nibbling and fussing and seeking carrot treats. Harris added, “They are brave and willing horses. They are a little smaller, so they are easier to get on and off, but they are strong.” Because the Paso Fino was placed on several islands for hundreds of years in some cases, and then imported to North American, the genetics have become a little jumbled. The three types have been interbred, in some cases to improve all the traits of the three types. Harris said the PFHA now tests horses for their DNA to ensure they have the correct genetics as well as the gait to be named Paso Finos. As well, the Paso Fino Horse Association oversees and regulates registered Paso Finos in the United States. It was founded in 1972 under the name American Paso Finos, and later changed to its current name. It registers and promotes both Puerto Rican and Colombian horses, and under the PFHA, two groups have been frequently crossbred. However, in recent years, particularly as the numbers of Colombian horses has begun to significantly outnumber those of Puerto Rican bloodlines, horse owners have started a trend favouring what is called preservation breeding to preserve the undiluted strains of each of the types of Paso Finos.
Increasing the breed - Breeders all over the United States are breeding Paso Finos to increase the number of the popular riding horse.
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by David Meyer BELWOOD – There are so few of them left that some people feel the Newfoundland pony could soon be extinct – but the few people who do care about them care a lot. Percy and Donna Jesso are among those trying to ensure the survival of the Newfoundland pony. Like many that lived on The Rock, the Newfoundland pony was brought from “away.” In the pony’s case, early settlers brought ponies from the British Isles. They came from Exmoor, Dartmoor, New Forest, Galloway, Welsh, Connemara and there was even the odd Highlands pony. Those ponies, for nearly four centuries, kept interbreeding until one common pony emerged as the Newfoundland Pony. Like many species that were forced to adapt to a new land, the pony that grew from all that interbreeding was perfectly suited for the rough Newfoundland environment. It is approximately 11 to 14.2 hands high, and it has a thick dark mane, tail, and lower legs. It is commonly brownish in color although other colors are not uncommon. Some of those ponies will experience mild to radical color changes from one season to the next, and the Jessos have a couple of ponies like that, which will change colours over the course of a year. The ponies can weigh from 400 to 800 pounds, and they often have a small head with deep jowls. They have short, hairy ears, small hooves that are very hard, and a low set tail. Among its greatest attributes are its terrific temperament and its ability to survive on small amounts of available grass. It can also survive harsh winters due to its thick winter coat. Those traits perfectly reflect the ponies’ home in Newfoundland for centuries. Percy Jesso runs a hydraulics company in Guelph, but he grew up in Newfoundland. He met Donna in Bramalea, but both of them liked the countryside. They moved to the Orangeville area, then Innisfil Township, and finally, they settled on the Guelph-Eramosa side of the Garafraxa-Eramosa Townline three years ago, on a spread that featured only a
house. Its owner had used the place as a cottage retreat. Today, anyone approaching their well fenced paddocks and modern barns would be impressed with the amount of work they have done on Tamarack Hills Farm. It is there that they house a number of Newfoundland ponies as well as Friesians. They ride both breeds. There are hills and an abundance of trails, and the Speed River flows through the property, providing an abundance of beauty spots for riders to enjoy. Percy said people growing up in Newfoundland were very familiar with the Newfoundland pony. The sturdy and sure footed beasts were used for pulling wood for the fire, timber wood, kelp, as well as transporting their owners by cart over the rough terrain. They ran free, and they were an integral part of Newfoundland life. And then something changed in the 1940s and 1950s. Mechanization started on the island, which joined Canada in 1949. Because they roamed free, people fenced their gardens against the ponies, and then they no longer had the need to use them for travel or even hauling wood. They became an expense after serving for years as an asset. The Jessos figuratively shake their heads at the ponies’ fate. By the 1970s, they were in dire straits. In 1935, there had been 6,025 ponies in Newfoundland and a healthy population existed up to the mid 1970s and early ’80s. Then the pony became part of the critical species list. Communities enacted noroaming laws, limiting breeding and a food supply. As well, owners were encouraged to have stallions gelded. But the biggest problem was the ponies were no longer desirable in the modern age. At least for the uses they once had. Thousands of the Newfoundland ponies were sold to processing plants in Quebec, whence the horse meat was sent to Belgium and France for human consumption. By 1997, there were 144 known Newfoundland ponies left, many of which were geldings and aging mares likely continued on next page
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Newfoundland pony was nearly extinct FROM PREVIOUS PAGE incapable of bearing offspring. On Sept. 12, 1997, the government of Newfoundland declared the Newfoundland Pony a Heritage Animal for the province. The Newfoundland Pony Society was named the official public group responsible for registering, promoting and protecting this animal. By 1998, the number of registered ponies was 214 and climbing, and its fans are still hoping to register the Newfoundland Pony as an official breed under Canada’s Animal Pedigree Act. But even among fans of the breed, there has been controversy, and politicking within the society. The Jessos love their ponies, and Donna said they are terrific “for adults and children.” Percy added, “They’re strong for their size.” And people who just meet them for the first time also seem to take to them. Donna has been showing them for four years. Percy noted that when they took a Newfoundland pony to a rare breed show in Kentucky, it took top honours. Donna added, “We captured a lot of awards and won a lot of recognition.” She said the Newfoundland
government finally took steps to protect the pony, and in 1979, it passed laws forbidding shipping the ponies off the island for meat. But, that work might have been too late - except that the pony has some fans scattered all over the place. There are now more Newfoundland ponies in Ontario than there are in Newfoundland. In fact, Percy Jesso said Ontario has about 51 per cent of the entire Newfoundland pony population, and Nova Scotia has the next biggest numbers. There are also Newfoundland ponies on the prairies. “They’re all over the place,” Percy said, and sounded pleased about that. The Jessos have two children, and they can ride the ponies, as do their young grandchildren, thus demonstrating that the ponies do have a great temperament. A few years ago, the Canadian government recognized the breed with its own postage stamp. As for how the Jessos and others could find the rare ponies in the first place, Donna noted, “There’s always somebody who knows somebody.”
For the love of the pony - Donna Jesso gets some real affection from the Newfoundland ponies she and her husband, Percy, raise, breed and protect at their Tamarack HillsFarm in Guelph-Eramosa Township. The pony, a product of several breeds over the centuries in Newfoundland, was nearly extinct, but its fans are working to protect it and increase its numbers. photos by David Meyer
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New horse facility owners harness the power of partnerships in the Credit River Watershed on the Oak Ridges Moraine. As new farmers, the Harts take their responsibility as stewards of the land very seriously. They have found a great deal of help along the way, including programs that provide expertise, assistance and funding for environmental improvements. Doug Hart has even gone back to school, completing the Canada-Ontario Environmental Farm Plan Workshop hosted by the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association. At that workshop, Doug Hart completed an environmental assessment of his property and pinpointed those areas that require environmental
by Mark Eastman Credit Valley Conservation When Doug and Debbie Hart purchased their farm and horse facility in Caledon last spring, it was a long-held dream come true. “After growing up in a city subdivision and eventually moving to Caledon, we knew we loved the area,” said Doug. “We decided to look north, and by coincidence ended up buying the farm that our daughter used to ride at 15 years earlier.” The Harts’ Trailwood Farms offers boarding, training, trail riding, and lessons for kids and adults. Trailwood features more than 55 acres of rolling hills, pasture, paddock, streams, and wetlands, situated
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cant wetlands before feeding into the Credit River. To help protect that important stream from the negative impacts of nutrients in pasture runoff, the Harts have increased the distance between their pastures and wetlands by installing new fences. The cost of the fencing project was subsidized by the Peel Rural Water Quality Program, a program similar to the one that Wellington County has been successfully running for nearly a decade. Excessive nutrient rich runoff is damaging to wetlands and streams, promoting algae growth, reducing oxygen levels in the water, and compromising the health of aquatic life in the river and downstream to Lake Ontario. This spring, the Harts plan to have CVC reforest the buffer area between the new fencing and the wetland. The expanded buffer will provide enhanced wildlife habitat and reduce the amount of surface runoff entering the wetland during heavy rainstorms. As they make improvements to their land in the com-
ing years, the Harts will be able to seek the support of a number of environmental partners and programs including the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association, and the Peel Rural Water Quality Program, funded by the Region of Peel and administered cooperatively by CVC and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. “Support for farm improvement initiatives comes from the federal, provincial and local levels, as well as various notfor-profit groups. It speaks to just how important these projects are,” said Mike Puddister, CVC’s Director of Restoration and Stewardship. “Landowners are critical to protecting some of our most precious natural spaces, so it makes sense to do what we can to assist them.” As for the Harts, they feel right at home on their new farm. “You have to experience the peace and serenity of a warm summer night,” says Doug. “You have never seen so many stars.” For more information about how to get started with an
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by Henrietta Coole GUELPH – An impressive line-up of American organizations have come on board to help sponsor EquiMania at the coming Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in Kentucky that have been running for 16 days.
Equine Guelph’s travelling youth education display has been invited by the Equestrian Games to be the anchor tenant in the Kids Zone at the 16-day international event this fall, marking the first time the 5,500 pound exhibit will cross international borders. EquiMania will debut a helmet fitting demonstration, “Use Your Head – Wear a Helmet”, featured in the safety area of the exhibit. Not only will kids go on a scavenger hunt to find dangers on a mock horse farm, but they will learn about the importance of wearing a helmet when riding and how to properly fit one. Sponsors of the initiative include: UK HealthCare-
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ENTERTAINMENT Canadian country legend featured in Patsy Cline
Tribute to Patsy Cline - The Harriston Town Hall Theatre will feature a tribute to the late great country singer, and features Marie Bottrell.
HARRISTON - “Crazy… I’m crazy for feeling so lonely…I’m crazy…crazy for feeling so blue…” Most fans of country music can easily recall those lyrics sung by the legendary Patsy Cline in her signature hit Crazy, written by Willie Nelson and released in October 1961. Cline’s unique vocal talent shot her to the top of the country and pop charts on numerous other occasions with her memorable hits including Walking after Midnight, I Fall to Pieces, She’s Got You, and Sweet Dreams of You before her tragic death in a plane crash on March 5, 1963. Most of all, music fans will always remember Cline’s amazing voice, which even today, remains the voice by which all female country sing-
ers must measure themselves. On Nov. 6 at 8pm, the music and life of Patsy Cline will be celebrated at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre in a new touring show entitled Patsy Cline: The Legend, produced by veteran Canadian performer Bill Culp, who specializes in music from the 1950s and 1960s. Culp is excited about the caliber of talent he has assembled in the Cline cast, especially the leading lady herself. “Patsy Cline will be played by Marie Bottrell, a true Canadian country music legend. She’s had numerous number 1 hits on country radio, is a two-time Canadian Country Music Association Female Vocalist of the Year, a seven time Juno nominee, and was inducted into the Canadian
Munsch to perform in city on Oct. 24 GUELPH - Treasured Guelph author and storyteller Robert Munsch will perform here on Oct. 24 at 1 and 4 pm. Brimming with energetic storytelling methods, exuberant expressions, and character voices, Munsch’s shows are always alive. Generations of children worldwide have discovered the magic of reading such favourites as Love You Forever, The Paper Bag Princess, and Mortimer. Beyond being Canada’s best-selling children’s author, Munsch is a member of the Order of Canada and has a spot on Canada’s Walk of Fame. Munsch was born into a large family in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania and was not, by his own admission, a star pupil. Yet he expressed his early love of language by writing poetry. He later studied to become a Jesuit priest and subsequently began working towards his Masters degree in Anthropology. But it was through his parttime work at a daycare centre that he discovered his love of working with children. That
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of the famed Memphis record label which has sold-out theatres across Canada and is headed to Australia in 2011. Culp said what audiences can expect from Patsy Cline: The Legend is, “This is a family oriented show that is similar to Jersey Boys as it mixes great music with a fascinating but true story. It’s a fully interactive show that will have the audience laughing, crying, and clapping along, and I’m truly proud to be associated with such a talented cast and historically authentic show. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the theatre box office, at 68 Elora Street, Harriston, or charge by phone at 519-338-2778. For more information on the show visit www.BillCulp.ca.
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ENTERTAINMENT Major Hoople’s Boarding House to play fundraiser in Drayton this weekend by Chris Daponte MAPLETON TWP. - A lot of county residents may be unaware of the local connection to the band Major Hoople’s Boarding House, which had some significant radio hits in the 1970s and 80s. But bassist Keith Stahlbaum has lived for five years in Mapleton Township, between Rothsay and Moorefield. When the band decided to reunite this summer, Stahlbaum jumped at the opportunity to play a fundraising dance on Oct. 23 at the PMD Arena in Drayton. “We’re hoping we can do something for them,” Stahlbaum said of the Mapleton Arena Xpansion (MAX) committee. Major Hoople’s Boarding House began in mid-1967 in Cambridge as a trio called The Shan-de-leers, featuring Rocky Howell, Peter Pandalino and Rick Riddell. Later that year they received permission from
the makers of the Major Hoople comic strip to use the name and became Major Hoople’s Boarding House. The group worked the southern Ontario bar circuit for several years, which led to their first label signing. The band, of which Stahlbaum was a member between 1973 and 1980, scored a number of radio hits in the 1970s and 80s, including Beautiful Morning, You Girl, I’m Running After You and Late Night Invitation. The group continued to tour throughout the 1980s with different band members, but by the 90s most were playing with other groups. “We’ve been playing, but not playing together,” said Stahlbaum. The idea to reunite came about this summer during a regular get together of former and new Hooples members. “We just love playing ... We’re going to give it a shot,” Stahlbaum said was the consensus he came to along
Comeback - Mapleton’s Keith Stahlbaum, far left, is a member of Major Hoople’s Boarding House, seen here around 1973. The band is playing a fundraising dance at the PMD Arena this Saturday. with current members David Goodings (sax and vocals), Ed Miller (drums), Brian Tozer (guitar and vocals) and Bobby Becker (keyboards and vocals). The group has already played gigs in Port Elgin and is booked to play there again
next month, as well as on New Year’s Eve. Gigs in other locations are also being booked. “It’s taken off like wildfire,” Stahlbaum said of the comeback. But this time around, he explained, the band is focused
on playing benefit shows and fundraisers, like the one on Saturday in Drayton to help pay for the arena addition. “If people can benefit from this, that’s great with us,” he said. He added the band will be paid, but it is not going to take a large paycheck if the turnout is not there. “If two people show up, we all suffer the same consequences,” he said. “We’re not in this to make a fortune; we’re doing it because we love to play and, hopefully, to help others.” Those expecting the current version of the band to have slowed down with age, are mistaken. Stahlbaum said the group, as always, prides itself on providing entertainment and interaction, not just playing songs. “That’s the key ... we can still boogy, there’s no doubt about that,” he said. “We’re all excited.” In fact, once the group started rehearsing a little more this
summer, Stahlbaum said it was like no time at all had passed. “When you strap on the guitar and the lights go on, you feel like a teenager again,” he said. Stahlbaum, the only member of the group not still living in the Kitchener area, is proud to take part in local fundraisers. He said there may be a possibility of another fundraiser in the township to help pay for new playground equipment at Maryborough Public School in Moorefield. But for now the focus is on the PMD Arena fundraising dance, which starts at 9pm this Saturday. “I’d like to see 350 people show up,” he said. “It’s going to be fun.” Tickets for the event can be purchased in advance ($15) from local businesses or by calling 519-638-7723, or at the door ($20). For more information on the band visit MySpace or Facebook.
Alan Lund memorial scholarship variety show is Oct. 22 at Festival Theatre DRAYTON - The Drayton Festival Theatre presents its 18th annual Alan Lund memorial scholarship variety show on Oct. 22 at 7pm. The event pays tribute to the talent of Canada’s revered director and choreographer, Alan Lund, with performances by some of Drayton Entertainment’s finest actors, singers, dancers and musicians. Participating artists donate their time and talent to create a presentation that includes Broadway numbers, ballads,
team with his wife, Blanche, appearing during World War II in the revue Meet the Navy. The couple became two of the first contract players for CBC television. Establishing himself as a noted choreographer in the 1950s, Lund contributed to various productions, including Spring Thaw, the Canadian National Exhibition grandstand show. From 1966 to 1986 he was artistic director of the Charlottetown Festival, where he was the first to direct the
comedy routines, tap dancing, and much more. Local personality, and everyone’s favourite master of ceremonies, Neil Aitchison, brings his brand of humour to the stage as he pilots the evening of jovial entertainment. Lund was a celebrated Canadian dancer, choreographer and director who worked in television, movies and theatre. He trained as a dancer in his home town of Toronto and first established a performance reputation as a dance
successful musical Anne of Green Gables, as well as several other productions. For many years he was the resident director for K-W Musical Productions in Kitchener, where he launched the careers of many young Canadian performers including Drayton Entertainment’s artistic director Alex Mustakas. Lund became an Officer of the Order of Canada in 1982. He passed away on July 1, 1992, but his memory lives on, not only through his myriad
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Plenty of laughs and many winners in Equi-Challenge this year University of Guelph received $2-million donation at fun horse event Seasoned international rider and coach Peter Gray, of Orangeville, is equally at home on the back of a galloping event horse or an elegantly moving dressage horse. But on Aug. 26, he found himself in unfamiliar territory as he attempted to whack a ball from atop a spirited polo pony, and he then careened around barrels on a blistering-paced quarter horse at the second annual Equi-Challenge. The sold-out event, held at Halton Place, was in the name of good fun and a good cause. Gray and other equestrian leaders and legends “changed hats” to thrill the crowd at a fundraiser to benefit the Ontario Veterinary College’s new Equine Sports Medicine and Reproduction Centre, at the University of Guelph. Among the participants in the unique team competition were show jumpers
Erynn Ballard, Orangeville; Mac Cone, King; and Yann Candele, Caledon; jockeys Sandy Hawley, Jim McAleny, and Chantal Sutherland; dressage rider Julie Watchorn, King, and David Marcus, Campbellville; standardbred driver Jody Jamieson; barrel racers Stephanie Leyzac and Jodi Hendry; roper Jason Thompson; polo player Dave Offen, Aurora; and other world-class riders from across the sport of horses. Judging from the laughter and wide grins, it was difficult to tell who enjoyed themselves more: the participants or the 500-plus paying guests cheering from the ringside, a fully catered VIP tent. “This is my first EquiChallenge and I had a lot of fun. The most fun was being with the all the riders in the warm-up. We were having a hoot. It was terrific,” said
Gray, who has competed at the Olympic level as an eventer, shows grand prix dressage, and is one of Canada’s few Level 4 coaches. “I have never done barrel racing and that was definitely the highlight of the evening. It was very fast and very fun. It was exhilarating.” Polo proved to be more of a challenge for Gray. “I have never played polo and I always thought if I did, I’d be hopeless - and I lived up to my expectations.” Show jumper Erynn Ballard was equally enthusiastic. “It was really exciting - I’d never played polo and I never have barrel raced, and though I’ve taken dressage lessons, I’d never been in a situation to have to ride a test before,” said Ballard. “I enjoyed all of it. The whole event, the crowd and the people who supported it were terrific, it was for a great cause and I think it looks
really good for our industry. All the show jumpers – Mac (Cone), Roberto (Teran), Yann (Candele) and I were ready to make career changes.” Jockey Chantal Sutherland was “very grateful that I got the opportunity to do it. It was a lot of fun. I upset every barrel in the barrel race and in the dressage, I rode an Arabian horse with the costume and veil. It’s a beautiful, beautiful place and I hope I get invited back next year.” Even a fall during show jumping couldn’t keep racing legend Sandy Hawley down. He gamely got back on the horse, completed the course and returned to compete in dressage on a western reining horse. Despite joking that he’d “need a couple of Advil when I get home,” he said he plans to return next year. A new twist this year was the participation of a group
Jump Canada Hall of Fame inductees announced for 2010
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of “mystery riders” who challenged the winners of each class. Grand prix show jumpers Hugh Graham (a former rodeo competitor), Frankie Chesler Ortiz (a former barrel racing champ), and Halton Place owner Timur Leckebusch challenged the top barrel racers, while show jumping legends and Mexico Olympic team gold medalists Jim Day, Jim Elder, and Torchy Millar, joined by Kelly Hall-Holland pitted their skills against the night’s leading show jumping rookies. Before the opening ceremonies, it was announced that the University of Guelph has received $2-million from the E.P. Taylor Equine Research Fund, to support clinical research in the health and performance of racehorses at the new Ontario Veterinary College Equine Sports Medicine and Reproduction Centre. The night’s winning Equi-
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information, guidelines and applications forms are available on the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs website or call: Agricultural Information Contact Centre at 1-877-4241300. Learn more about past award winning innovations by visiting the website at: http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/premier_award/2009/ winners.htm In its first three years, the Premier’s Award for Agri-Food Innovation program has attracted more than 550 applications highlighting on-farm innovations. FORAGE FOCUS SEMINARS: Tuesday Nov. 30, Shakespeare - Organized by the Ontario Forage Council. This year’s Feature Speaker is Tom Kilcer, New York (formerly Cornell University Extension) on the topics of: “Maximizing Quality With Wide Swath Haylage” “Enhancing Drying Techniques For Baled Hay” “Companion Grass Species With Alfalfa” For a program brochure or detailed agenda: http://www.ontarioforagecouncil.com/programs/forage-focus-.html. To register: phone 1-877-892-8663 (payment by Visa or Mastercard). Registration Deadline: Nov. 26. Conference cost: $35 includes hot roast beef dinner and conference proceedings. GROWING YOUR FARM PROFITS by John C. Benham, Program Representative The next Growing Your Farn Profits workshop is planned to be held in Arthur in the St. John’s Parish Centre, Georgina Street on Wednesday, Nov. 3 and will be completed on Wednesday, Nov. 10 at 9:30am to 3pm. No cost to you and lunch and refreshments are provided. Already in Ontario, 1200 producers have taken advantage of the opportunity to be guided through the self assessment similar to EFP and come up with their own action plan. Financial assistance is available to help carry out the actions you have planned. Don’t miss out on this opportunity. To sign up and for more information, call 519-846-3394. COMING EVENTS: Oct. 29 Wellington Federation of Agriculture Annual Banquet, Fergus Legion. For information contact Lisa Hern at 519-8483774, or email: jplh@golden.net. Tickets will be available from any WFA director. Nov. 5 - 14 Royal Agriculture Winter Fair, Exhibition Place, Toronto www.royalfair.org.
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Riding Centre lasso’s $118,500 grant PUSLINCH TWP. - With Camp Sunrise’s summer program coming to an end, the staff, volunteers, participants and their parents gathered to celebrate some good news for the future of the popular program. Wellington Halton Hills MPP Ted Arnott, along with Catharine Collins, a volunteer with the Ontario Trillium Foundation, formally congratulated the Sunrise Therapeutic Riding and Learning Centre, a registered charity, on receiving a three-year, $118,500 grant to help continue to build for the future.
Funds from the grant will be used by Sunrise to hire a child and youth recreation coordinator as well as to help with the costs of buying new equipment and promotional materials. “Our programs have made a positive difference in the lives of hundreds of riders and their families over the 28 years,” said Sunrise Executive Director Ann Caine. “Empowerment and encouragement are not only words at Sunrise; they are an integral part of our success.” Camp Sunrise has been offering an inclusive camp experience for children of all abilities, for the past 20 years.
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by Henrietta Coole GUELPH – Equine Guelph has announced that Intercity Insurance will be sponsoring Hoofprints, a new memorial program celebrating the lives of horses. Hoofprints is an online initiative created to remember and honour the memory of deceased horses through stories and pictures.
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EWCS’s ECO Fashion Show displays new and gently used fashions and accessories. All items are donated to our New to You thrift stores and are for sale during the evening. Pre-Show Reception 6pm, Fashion Show 7pm. Shopping open until 9pm. Tickets $15, or at the door - $20. Tickets for children under 10 – free. Centre 2000 Theatre, Erin. *** Drayton United Church Turkey Supper, 5-7pm. P. M. D. Community Centre, Drayton, Tickets at the door. Adults $12, Children 10 and under $5, Preschoolers free. *** Square and Compass Pub, Contestoga Masonic Lodge Hall 65 Wellington St. Drayton. $10- All you can eat Wing Night. Live Entertainment. *** Working in Rural Wellington 6-9pm, Palmerston Community Centre. Bring the family to this exciting new interactive careers showcase. For details, workforceplanningboard.com *** Harvest Supper at St. John Parish Centre, 160 Georgina Street, Arthur (beside St. John church). Adults: $12, children 6-12 $6, - 5 years and under free. 5-7pm. Take out available. Tickets available at the church office. *** Improve Your Health, Flexibility And Balance With Taoist Tai Chi ™ arts of health. Visit our Open House at 54 Cardigan Street, Guelph, 7pm. All are welcome. Telephone 519-836-7390.
Oct 29
Victoria Park Seniors Centre: “Seminar: “The Life and Poetry of John Milton” 9:30-11:30am. Special Event: Halloween Dessert and Euchre/Bid Euchre Party. (Wear a funny hat and win a prize 1pm. Call 519-787-1814 to register. *** The Red Chevron Club is hosting, Karaoke 8pm. Free admission. Everyone Welcome 19+. *** Silent Auction 5-7:30pm. Arthur Legion. Contact 519- 848-5702. *** Spaghetti Dinner at Harriston Legion #296 5-7pm. Tickets $12, Children under 12 $6, Preschoolers Free. For more information call 338-2843 or e-mail legion296@wightman.ca *** Hallowe’en Storytime and Crafts, Wellington County Library – Fergus Branch. Wear your costume if you dare. 10:30 – 11am drop – in. No registration required. All Ages. *** Library Ghost Walk, Wellington County Library – Fergus Branch. Ghouls and Goblins (7 and up) and parents are welcome to join us for a Ghost Walk through the 100 year old Fergus Library after dark. Enjoy spooky stories by firelight, meet scary library characters and maybe even a ghost or two. Enter through the back entrance … if you dare. Registration required. 7-8pm. ***
Halloween hoedown 8:30 - 1am. Listowel Legion - Parkview. Band: settlers’ creek. $15 per person. Prizes for best costumes. *** Mimosa United Church #5980 Wellington County Rd. # 26. Murder Mystery Dinner “The Eternal Cruise”. Main course dinner provided, potluck salads and desserts please. Free will offering at the door. Dinner at 6:30pm. Limited to 60 persons. Mystery will unfold over dinner. Suitable for ages 10 and up. Please call 519-855-4201 to reserve seat. *** Alma Village UNICEF collection. Someone will call at you door between 4-6pm. Your generous support is great appreciated. *** Church Of Our Lady CWL Card Party. 7pm. $3 will cover a light lunch and prizes. Call 519-822-0347 for details.
Oct 30
SCARY FEST! 3-6pm. Costumes, Prizes, Goblins and Family Movie. Fergus Community Market. Old Russell Bldg. 226-3832226. *** 37th annual Charity Quilt Auction and Country Market. Riverdale Poultry Express, Elmira. General Auction 8am, Quilt Auction 12 noon. Lunch counter, baking and produce. Call 519-669-3205 for details. *** Country Cupboard and Bake Sale. St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Mount Forest. 11:30 -1:30pm. Lunch $7. *** Oct. 30 and 31- Aberfoyle Junction Model railway Fall Show. 10am-4:30pm. Admission Adults $8, children$5, seniors $6. Snack bar and gift shop. Barrier free access. Directions: Located on old #6 Hwy (Brock Rd.) 1km north of 401, south of village of Aberfoyle. Watch for signs. Call 519-836-2720. *** Halloween Open House hosted by the Elora Co-op Pre-school at the pre-school at 75 Geddes St. Elora from 10am-12noon. Everyone is invited to attend, especially parents with small children. There will be games, crafts, costumes, decorations and loads of fun. Bake Sale. Come in costume and join the fun.
Oct 31
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November 1 to 9, 2010 ACCKWA’s Online Charity Auction On ebay.ca or ebay.com – search “acckwa”. 9 full days of bidding opportunity. All proceeds go to support and education programming for those living with or at risk for HIV in Waterloo Region. Contact Colleen at 519-570-3687 ext 334.
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Settings: 4:45 & 6:15 pm. Tickets: Adults - $12 8 & under $6 Please call 519-846-0680 also Wanted Vendors for Craft Sale on Saturday Nov. 20 10 am - 2 pm. Please call 519-846-8061
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LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 You are in an artistic mood, Leo. Try redecorating a room, or visit a museum and view some of your favorite artists. Take a family member along.
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Meet And Treat Halloween Party from 1-5pm. Join us at the UCHS Shelter to celebrate Halloween with the animals. We will have treats for the humans and the animals. Wear a costume and be eligible to win the best costume prize. 5383 Trafalgar Rd., Erin. *** Belwood Lions Halloween Haunted House. Belwood Hall, 6-8:30pm. This is the 3rd year for this event and it promises to be even better than the last. If you have been or if you haven’t yet, come and enjoy if you DARE! No charge. Shell-out. Donations to the Centre-Wellington Food Bank welcome.
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QUESTIONS ABOUT VOTING? Contact your local municipal office.
2010
MUNICIPAL ELECTION
MAYORAL CANDIDATES * Incumbent
WELLINGTON NORTH 519.848.3620 lheinbuch@wellington-north.com ERIN 519.855.4407 lisa.hass@erin.ca
WELLINGTON NORTH Mike Broomhead* Ross Chaulk Janice Lewis Raymond Tout
MINTO David Anderson* George Bridge
ERIN
GUELPH/ERAMOSA 519.856.9596 jsheppard@get.on.ca
Rod Finnie* Lou Maieron
CENTRE WELLINGTON
MINTO 519.338.2511 Jane@town.minto.on.ca
Joanne Ross-Zuj* Robert Foster
MAPLETON Bruce Whale John Linde Richard Molenaar
CENTRE WELLINGTON 519.846.9691 mmorris@centrewellington.ca
GUELPH/ ERAMOSA Chris White* Clint Martin
PUSLINCH 519.763.1226 brendal@twp.puslinch.on.ca MAPLETON 519.638.3313 psinnamon@town.mapleton.on.ca
HAVE YOUR SAY Your local municipal government is involved in many areas of your everyday life. It maintains roadways and sidewalks, clears snow, provides library service and collects your garbage and recycling. Voting is a fundamental right in a democracy, and enables you to select the individuals that will represent you and your needs in the local government.
QUESTIONS ABOUT WARD BOUNDARIES? For more information exact boundaries for the each County Ward, contact: Peggy Villeneuve-McLaren, at: 519.837-2600, ext. 2140* or peggyv@wellington.ca
PUSLINCH Brad Whitcombe* Dennis Lever Richard Visser
COUNTY WARD CANDIDATES * Incumbent
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*Mark MacKenzie (acclaimed)
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Lynda White* Jim Heinbuch
Walter Trachsel* David Kopp Gary Williamson
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John Green (acclaimed)
4 Jean Innes* Robert Wilson
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Shawn Watters (acclaimed)
Ken Chapman George Root
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Gordon Tosh* (acclaimed)
Ward 1 - All of the Town of Minto Ward 2 - All of the Township of Mapleton Ward 3 - Township of Wellington North, South and West of Highway 6, and North of Wellington Road 15, Line 10 and Sideroad 5 East. Ward 4 - Township of Wellington North,
North part of the Township of Centre Wellington, North and East of Jones Baseline/ Gartshore Street and South of Wellington Road 15, Line 10 and Sideroad 5, East to the Grand River.
Ward 5 - Part of the Township of
Ward 6 - Part of the Township of Centre Wellington, South of the Grand River. Ward 7 - All of the Township of Puslinch and part of the Township of Guelph/Eramosa, West of Highway 6.
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Don McKay William Cloutis
Ward 8 - Township of Guelph/Eramosa, East of Highway 6. Ward 9 - All of the Town of Erin
Centre Wellington, North and West of the Grand River, and West of Jones Baseline.
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