Inside Wellington Oct. 16

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OCTOBER 16, 2009

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PAGE TWO Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, October 16, 2009

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CRAFT SALE OCTOBER 17- 9am-2pm BELWOOD HALL

New crafters and products. Something for everyone.

Sponsored by Belwood W.I. Contact Carol 519-843-2990 or Ev 519-843-4319 for more info

Butterfly Garden for Rent St. James Butterfly Garden in Fergus is available for Anniversaries, Weddings, Funerals,Business Meetings etc. Our garden is equipped with everything needed to put on a major event. Our guarantee - A Beautiful River and Garden View.

For available dates please call 519-843-2141 or 519-993-6683

Fall Festival Melville United Church, Fergus (corner of Tower & St. Andrew St.) 519-843-1781/5863

Community Event - FREE Admission Fri. Oct. 16 4-10pm & Sat. Oct. 17 10am-4pm MEALS • PRESERVES • BAKING • ATTIC TREASURES MEAT PIES • ICE CREAM PARLOUR • LOCAL MUSIC • BOOKS SILENT AUCTION • VENDORS • CRAFTS • JUMPY CASTLE & MORE!

The Black Family Concert Fri. Oct. 16 7pm $10 Adults at door

Kids’ Concert Music with Brian Sat. Oct. 17 11am $2 person

Wellington County Plowman’s Banquet & Awards night. 7pm at Knox Presbyterian Church, Elora. *** Fish Fry at St. Mary Family Centre, Mount Forest. 5-6:30pm.

Advance tickets only. Adults $12, children $6. Tickets call 519323-4690. *** The Black Family in concert. Melville United Church, Fergus (across from Post Office, downtown). 7pm $10/adult. 9 children singing and playing toe tapping old favourites on fiddle and piano.

Tickets for concert and/or supper at door. Call 519-8431781/5863. *** At the Arthur Legion from 6-8pm. All you can eat Wing night. *** Fall Festival, Melville United Church, Fergus. Meals, crafts, baking, books, vendors, treasures, silent auction, children's area, local musicians. Free admission, community event. Call 519-843-5863. *** Century Church Theatre, Hillsburgh. 7th Annual Bob Milne's Ragtime. The world's best ragtime and boogie woogie pianist.

2:30pm Matinees with Gourmet Afternoon Tea with Bob; Saturday at 8pm. Box Office 519-855-4586. *** Master’s International Ministries Invites you to an Informational Meeting On God’s work in Ukraine at 7:45pm Elmira Lions Hall, Elmira. Speaker: David Miller (Kiev, Ukraine). Everyone Welcome! For more information call Stephen Ropp 519-5954087. *** Canadian Federation Of University Women Guelph invites you to a celebration of The 80th anniversary of Persons Day. Drop in between 4:30 - 6:30pm (remarks by Liz Sandals at 5:20pm). At Diana Downtown, 141 Wyndham St. N. Cash bar.

All are welcome. *** Brighton Chapter No. 201 in Fergus is holding a euchre at 7:30pm. This is to be held in the Fergus Masonic Hall, 310 St Andrew St W. Look forward to seeing you there. Light lunch provided. Contact Muriel Brown 519-787-0554 if you require further information. *** Centre Wellington Community Dance 8pm-1am, $10per person.

Fergus Sportsplex Hall. The Digital DJ's. Lunch provided. ID required-licensed event. Proceeds to St. Joseph's Building Fund For tickets call Mary 519-843-4853.

OCTOBER 17 Kids’ Concert, Music with Brian. Melville United Church Community Event for kids, preschool to 10 years. 11am. $2 person. Tickets at door. Call 519-843-1781/6853. *** Race for Children of Haiti. 5km run/walk 9:30am at James McQueen PS. 365 St. George St. W., Fergus. Registration 8am.

Prizes, free brunch and more. Call Sandra 519-843-3565. *** Craft Sale 9am-2pm Belwood Hall. New crafters and products, bake table, something for everyone. Sponsored by Belwood W.I. Contact Carol for more info. 519-843-2990. *** UCHS Rabies Clinic for Dogs and Cats. 10- 2pm at Elmira Farm Service, Ospringe (SE corner Hw. 134 & 124, north of Acton).

Rabies vaccine $20; Microchip: $30.Visa or cash only. For more info. call 519-833-2287. *** Concert with Susan Brown – A soprano from the Maritimes, pianist Murphy Hung, and other local skilled musicians, at Mount Forest United Church, 7:30pm. Tickets $10, available at the door, or church office 519-323-1910 Ext. 1. *** Arthur Legion Br. 226 Fall Mixed Cribbage Tournament 1pm. $20 per team. Cash prizes. Registration 11:30am. *** Ham Supper at Alma Community Hall 5-7pm. Adults $10, children $4. *** Until the 18th- Palmerston Legion Br. 409 Haunted House. Check website for details. *** Until the 18th - Aberfoyle Junction Model Railway Fall Show.

10am-4:30pm. Located on old Hwy 6 (Brock Rd.) 1 km N of 401, south of Aberfoyle. Watch for signs. Adults $8, Seniors $6, children $5. *** Electronics Recycling Event Day 9am - 2pm. Free to Wellington

County ratepayers only. Three locations: Grand River Raceway, 7445 Wellington Rd. 21, Elora; Liquidation World, 480 Smith St. (Hwy. 6), Arthur; and Rockmosa Community Centre, 74 Christie St., Rockwood. For a list of acceptable items call 1-866-899-0248. *** Oktoberfest Dance at St. Mary Family Centre, Mount Forest.

8:30pm-1am. Tickets $12/person, included sausage on a bun. Call 519-323-4931. *** A Gospel concert by popular local group Reunion takes place at Westminster-St. Paul's Church at 7pm. Tickets are $10 each or $15 for a family by calling 519-824-5221 or at the door.

OCTOBER 18 136th Anniversary Service at Knox Presbyterian Church, Grand Valley at 2pm. Guest Speaker Rev. Harvey Self, Moderator of the Presbyterian Church in Canada. Followed by a time of fellowship and refreshments. *** Sacred Heart Parish Italian Pasta Supper in the school gym, Alice Street, Guelph. Sittings 4:30, 6:30pm. Adults $10, children 5-12 $5, under 5-free. For reservations call Amelia 519-822-5438. *** Jamboree at Harriston Legion #296. Admission $5. Doors open at 12pm. Supper $10, served at 4:30pm. Musicians, Singers, Dancers and Spectators Welcome. For more information call 519338-2843. ***

OCTOBER 19 Harriston & District Horticultural Society Meeting, 7:30pm at the Harriston-Minto Community Auditorium. Speaker-Brian Bergman, Topic - Orchids of Perennials. Mini Show, also. *** Stone United Church Beef Dinner, 5-7pm Rockmosa Centre, Rockwood. Adults $15, Children 12 and under $7, Pre-school free. Take-out available. Tickets: 5pm Earl 519-856-4052, 6pm Don Martin 519-856-1402, 7pm Jack 519-856-4765. *** Please join the Centre Wellington Women’s connection for an evening musical featuring the beautiful voice of Beverley Maranger at 7pm. $15. Reservations required. Call Barbara at 519-846-5252. *** "Living on less" is an 8 week free program for those struggling to live on less because of job loss, low income or loss of retirement income. 9-11:30am and runs weekly at St. James the Apostle Church at Paisley and Glasgow. Topics to be addressed are finances, food, health, housing, job search and other topics according to the group needs. Child program available but child must be registered. Call Ann at 519-837-1061 to register or for further information.

OCTOBER 20 The Schizophrenia Society, Guelph and area monthly meeting.

7:30pm at the Evergreen Centre, 683 Woolwich Street. Anyone touched by or interested in schizophrenia is welcome. Info. 519822-8781. *** Harriston Legion Br. 296 Pepper Card Game. 1:30pm. *** Guelph Township Horticultural Society holds its Fall Flower Show at Marden Community Centre. 7:30pm, entries to be placed between 6:30 and 7:15pm. Topic: House plants and pest control.

All welcome. Contact Jean 519-822-5289. *** Orton Fall Fashion Show 7:30pm. Featuring fashions from Special Effects & Broderick’s Fashion for Women. Prizes & refreshments. Tickets-$10, call Cathie 519-855-4243. *** Kindergarten Information Night at Trillium Waldorf School. 78:30pm. 540 Victoria Rd. N., Guelph. Answer your questions about this inspiring form of education. To register, call Connie Watson at 519-821-5140. *** Thistle Chapter IODE Fergus is holding a Dessert, Bridge & Euchre party at 1pm at the Heritage River Retirement Home. 25 Wellington St., Elora. Tickets $10. For tickets or information contact Shelagh McCrae at 519-843-3174. *** Buddhist Meditation Drop-in Class for beginners to meditation: "Cultivating a Peaceful Heart" At Soul Garden Studio, 455 Tower Street N. Fergus 7:30pm - 9pm. Casual and relaxed. Everyone welcome.

OCTOBER 21 Guelph-Wellington Branch of the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario Public Lecture: Susan Ratcliffe and Leanne Piper on “Everything Old Can be New Again� 7 - 9pm. 10 Carden Street, Guelph. Call Susan 519- 822-8236 for more info. No charge - all welcome. *** Continued on page 15

Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, October 16, 2009 PAGE THREE

Home on the (free) range Buck Ross enjoys life as a 4th generation farmer specializing in turkey

FREE R ANGE T URKEY - ROSS ENTERP RISES S TYLE

Chris Daponte BUCK ROSS

MAPLETON TWP. - Not many businesses in the world, let alone in Wellington County, can count both Mick Jagger and the Sultan of Brunei among their clientele - but Ross Enterprises Limited can.

The farming operation, located in Mapleton Township east of Rothsay, specializes in free range turkeys with a growing list of customers in North and South America, Europe, Asia and the Bahamas that includes the Rolling Stones front man and the Sultan, one of the richest men in the world.

“You never know where a turkey will take you,” owner Buck Ross says with a smile.

“Every year it gets bigger.”

While having famous customers abroad is always nice, Ross Enterprises is known locally for growing premium, free range turkey of all sizes that are available in grocery stores across Canada - including Wellington County.

And this is a very busy time for the business, which grows 16,000 to 20,000 turkeys just for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Add in a third flock for Easter, and Ross Enterprises annually produces over 25,000 turkeys.

“We try to produce the right product at the right size at the right price to keep people happy,” Ross said. “We take

turkey production very seriously.”

His turkeys may sell for a little more money than commercially-grown birds, but he said most people are willing to spend a little more on a quality treat for their friends and family.

“We work with Mother Nature, not against her,” he said of the free range idea.

Ross, also a director with the Wellington-Waterloo Community Futures Development Corporation, is a fourth generation farmer whose family has always lived in Wellington County.

He and his wife, Joyce, have three children - Claire, 24, Noah, 22, and Wyatt, 19. Claire is working towards a teaching degree, Noah keeps busy with his own pressure washing and roll-off business and Wyatt, though presently working on the farm, may pursue other endeavours.

Yet all of them remain dedicated to being fifth generation farmers, despite the obvious obstacles the industry now presents.

“I’m not sure we’re doing them a favour by getting them into agriculture,” Ross said of the next generation. “There’s such a push to keep everyone farming, but we don’t get near the recognition we deserve.”

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Ross lamented all the government legislation and standards facing Canadian farmers, while the same restrictions do not apply to foreign producers.

“We make rules to make ourselves non-competitive globally,” Ross said of Canadian officials. “[Farmers] are legislated into such high costs and it’s very difficult to pass the business on [to our children].”

Yet despite the financial

attention to the marketing side of the business, and says it is important for everyone to realize turkey is a healthy choice that should be an important part of year round diets - and not just consumed during the holidays.

With that in mind, he also offers Uncle Buck’s turkey sausages and other meat products under the name Buggy Boyz Meats, some of which is

“We work with Mother Nature, not against her.” outlook of the agricultural industry, Ross clearly loves what he does, and the same can be said for Wyatt, who voiced as much during a recent visit.

In a way, Ross feels there never really was a choice, for him at least.

“Farming sort of gets in your blood. It’s like a disease,” he said.

He particularly plays close

peddled from a booth at the St. Jacobs market.

And while turkeys may now be the focus of the Ross family farming operation, it wasn’t always that way. The business has evolved tremendously since Ross’ great grandfather first purchased a farm on Concession 14.

The family has always grown cash crops and produced

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eggs, and over the years has dabbled in livestock of all sorts, eventually focusing on pigs around the time Buck Ross became involved.

But when Claire was still a baby, the pig barn burned down, so Ross decided to give turkeys a try.

The rest, as they say, is history.

Yet turkeys are not the only birds visitors will see on the Ross farms. The business also includes chickens, omega-three egg production and cash crops ranging from corn to soybeans to wheat.

Ross embraces the idea of eating locally grown food and employs a local hauler, not to mention long-time partner and friend Pat Brewster, who lives on-site in one of the farm hous-

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es and has worked with the Ross family so long he is now known as Uncle Pat. “It takes a team to make this happen,” Ross said of the farming operation, adding he also could not succeed without many loyal customers.

“I want to thank people who have given us the best advertising we can get, and that’s word of mouth.”

Ross estimated he has sold about a million kilograms of turkey over the last 15 years, and says he looks forward to the next million-kilogram milestone.

“We hope to stay in the turkey business for a long, long time,” he said with a smile.

For more information call Ross at 519-848-2270 or email him at djross@on.aibn.com.

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PAGE FOUR Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, October 16, 2009

Large township holding its own with businesses - and looking to future

by David Meyer ELORA - Ask Economic Development Manager Dave Rushton how’s business in Centre Wellington, and he can supply the questioner with a lot of information.

He can list businesses by their streets and by their owners. But crunching numbers is, to him, a mug’s game.

For example, ask him how many small businesses there are in the township and he asks right back the definition of a small business. Is it five employees? A home business? Ten employees? Fifty? In Toronto, for example, a small business is defined as one with fewer than 2,000 employees.

There used to be a way for municipal staff to at least say how many businesses were operating in the community because every business was once required to have a licence.

In some places they still face that requirement, but not in Centre Wellington. Rushton can cite reasons for and against such a licence.

On the positive side, it informs local government who is in or coming into the community. He said that means the municipality can smooth the path for the new owners by explaining such things as zoning, sign bylaws, and other

rules that will enable new businesses to meet regulations and reduce red tape headaches.

But on the other hand, some people see it as “one more tax” and something that might discourage businesses.

He said the township is in the process of starting a new business directory he hopes will provide some clear cut information about the number of businesses in town.

As for how many new businesses came to town in the past year, again, it becomes a matter of definition. Is it is new business if the old proprietor sells to someone else, or is it a continuation of an old business? He cited a number of businesses that simply changed hands over the past year.

Still, he said, there have probably been 10 to 15 noticeable new and expanded companies come to the community over the past year.

“Probably, we’re a pretty reasonable mix of coming and going,” he said.

He cited several major events over the past year, such as the sale of the Elora Mill Inn, the opening of the huge Keating building on Mill Street East in Elora (which allowed a large business in Fergus not only to stay in Centre Wellington, but also to expand),

plus a huge expansion of Dixon Lumber and growth of a number of other businesses in the north end of Fergus.

“We’ve had a fair number of expansions in the past year,” Rushton said. He added two main buildings on St. Andrew Street in Fergus - Russell’s and Wellington Interiors - have closed their doors, but he is optimistic it will be only a matter of time before new retailers come in.

At the same time, he noted the west end of that street has added a number of new businesses over the past year and the area is starting to look once again like a retail district.

Centre Wellington is taking an active role in attracting and keeping businesses in the community and Rushton cited a number of cases where his department has helped owners find accommodations. He noted a number of new businesses have also started in Elora in the past while, offering quilts, gems and other goods. A Fergus area limousine service just increased its fleet.

“We’re in a very good environment,” Rushton said, noting that recently a very large company made enquiries to four centres about locations for a huge plant: three major cities and Centre Wellington.

He predicted there will likely be another 15 to 20 new businesses entering the community in the next year.

“That’s not counting home based businesses,” he added.

Counting those can be difficult too.

Expansion There are plans in the community for other expansions.

The Elora Business Improvement Area, for example, recently enlarged - mostly on the east side of Mill Street, which has been slowly expanding its retail area for over a dozen years.

But Rushton said that is more problematic in Fergus.

“There’s not a lot of the downtown that isn’t in it,” he said.

Shopping locally Rushton said Centre Wellington is similar to other areas in that the local government is part of the movement to shop locally.

Wellington County also recently moved to promote itself and shopping locally, and its efforts included promotion for every local municipality.

Rushton said Centre Wellington is working on strategies to get people to shop in their home district. But he said with thousands of people leaving the community every day for work,

that is difficult because they often shop in places they work.

Federal and provincial governments can play a role in business decisions too, including whether businesses locate here or elsewhere.

“We lost one big one,” he said of some recent enquiries.

The company was huge, but its products are shipped outside of Ontario. When it learned those products would be taxed here, it decided to locate outside of the province.

He said there was a noticeable drop-off in enquiries in the 2009 economic slowdown from 2007 and 2008, but expects that will soon reverse.

Rushton said Ontario municipalities are not permitted to provide bonuses to companies locating in their municipality.

That was a practice in the 18th century that required a municipal plebiscite and council approval, but it is no longer permitted.

Rushton said the United States still permits such things as property tax breaks and bonuses. Tongue firmly in cheek, he said Michigan, particularly hard hit in the recession, would give away the “keys to Detroit and a thousand houses” for a big business to locate there.

Centre Wellington is trying to attract new businesses and

the jobs that come with them.

The township designated industrial lands in its official plan of 2003 and all it will need is proper zoning when people are ready to build.

He said the township is working hard on a particular type of industry it believes it can attract because of its cultural and physical attributes.

Rushton said old style industry takes up a lot of resources, and he pointed out that one company at one time used 15% of Fergus’ total sewage and water capacity.

Today, the township is hoping to attract jobs to eco-business parks. Those would be knowledge based, creative and not require too much in municipal services.

He said, for example, an ideal business would be one that “designs” equipment such as communication devices, with perhaps the manufacturing done elsewhere. There is a very practical reason for such proposals and those types of jobs.

“They’re well paid - and the people [working at them] can afford to live here,” he said. He noted Centre Wellington is an expensive place.

“We’re not a good community for people who don’t earn very much.”

Small thinking big to promote Wellington North as great spot for businesses

by Mike Robinson KENILWORTH - In Wellington North the task of promoting the area is split among two people.

Dale Small, Business and Economic Manager, is responsible for the development of commerce and economic development activities within the township and ensuring the sustainable growth of a diverse and stable economy.

Donna Jack, Tourism, Marketing and Promotion Manager, is responsible for creating and implementing strategies and directives as well as expanding current events and attractions to promote a professional standard of tourism, promotion, and marketing activities.

Now six months into the job, Small said, “clearly economic development in this municipality has a high degree of focus.” He said that is evident from the fact Wellington North has dedicated economic development people.

He said he and Jack are part time and contract employees “but we’re both dedicated to economic development.” He considered that in itself is relatively unique in Wellington County.

“My understanding is there is Centre Wellington, Minto, ourselves, and the City of Guelph with dedicated economic development people,” Small said. He is uncertain how the issue is dealt with in the other municipalities; whether through the CAO or other means.

“In Wellington North, it certainly has that sense of importance,” he said.

Small believes there is more potential in the county to partner in various areas.

“What’s good for Minto is good for Wellington North,” Small explained. He said if Minto attracts a large manufacturing plant, there is the potential to employ people in Mount Forest.

“The more we can work together on economic development activities, the better everyone will be.”

In the six months in the job, Small said, “What’s been interesting, in the first three months on the job, I didn’t have any phone calls - from developers or people looking whether there was any industrial land for sale. But in the last three months, I’ve had a bunch.

From that standpoint, things are picking up.”

In terms of building permits, he anticipates for 2009 the stats will likely be as good as 2007 and probably match those of 2008 (higher than 2007).

“That’s a good sign, that those have bounced back.”

He said one of the benefits of Wellington North, “is that we really have the infrastructure in place now.”

He cited the Big Dig Main Street reconstruction is now over, “and the main street looks tremendous.”

However, he said that extends all the way through the municipality - alluding to the reconstruction work on Highway 6 between Arthur and

Mount Forest.

“It’s not done yet, but it will be done soon ... When you talk infrastructure that is a tremendously positive thing for Wellington North.”

He noted the completion of the wastewater treatment plant in Mount Forest will accommodate growth in the future.

Whether it is the new child care centre, the new sports complex in Mount Forest, the new library and medical clinic in Arthur, “There’s been a lot of good things going on in our infrastructure, which will sustain us well, when the development does come.

“I don’t think we’re the only municipality not having tremendous growth at this point in time.”

He referred to statistics generated by the Saugeen Economic Development Corporation indicating everything is down. Small said when he does get the calls, “the infrastructure can help differentiate between places.”

Initially, they want to know if the municipality has land, whether it is serviced - and is it available.

“Then they immediately move on to find out what is going on within the community.” Small said Wellington North has generated a community information profile which covers off most of that information - “and what are all the good things are the community has to offer.”

He noted as part of Wellington North’s 10th anniversary celebrations recently, it launched a newly designed

website, expected to be live by the end of October.

“Then it will be a lot easier for people to find information and find out what’s going on in the community.”

Small said Wellington North has an economic development strategy to retain and attract economic opportunities.

He hoped the upcoming Industry Innovators will become an annual event.

Over 500 businesses have been invited from the Wellington North area, as well as 16 business and government groups.

“Any business knows your most important asset is your customer,” Small said. “These businesses and industries are our customers. One of the best ways to stimulate economic development is to making sure we are taking care of our customers and breaking down any barriers they have to growth.”

From an economic development perspective, “It’s easier to grow an existing business than to be out there on the street with everybody else trying to get new business in.”

While he agreed it is very important to attract new business, it is important to take care of the existing businesses as well. He said the intent of the business retention and expansion survey is to discover how to better help businesses already in the community.

Land development is another issue. He said Wellington North has been actively supporting the Places to Grow Plan for the province and Wellington County. That plan looks

at growth forecasts both in Wellington North and the county as a whole.

“That’s essentially telling us that based on the growth forecasts within Wellington North, we have enough industrial land, we have enough residential land - zone land. We might be a little short on commercially zoned land.”

However, he explained the land is zoned - not owned - by the municipality. He also noted that the amount of land is based on a 20 year forecast.

“In the short term, we are in good shape, based on the Places to Grow Plan. The one challenge we have in Wellington North, is that as a municipality, we don’t own the land.

“All the economic development gurus say what industry is looking for is municipallyowned and serviced industrial land.”

He said when companies make a decision to build, they want to move quickly. As a result, one of the strategies is considering expanding the municipally-owned land base.

Other parts of the program include downtown and rural revitalization, tourism, and health care.

In downtown revitalization, Small said one can look at what has happened in downtown Mount Forest, but added Arthur has a strong committee as well.

“They are a very active community, headed up by Mary Schmidt, that’s done a lot of good work in terms of streetscaping.”

Small also met recently with members of OMAFRA

which has a number of programs for business expansion and retention.

He said that in 2010, Wellington North will be considering OMAFRA’s downtown revitalization program as a funding opportunity.

Earlier this year, Minto received considerable funding under that same program.

Small said there are lots of different programs out there.

“The challenge is to stay on top of them all and to tap into them.”

He views health care as tremendously important from an economic development standpoint for attracting and retaining businesses.

Small said, again, the challenge is not that there is not enough sufficiently zone land, but that it is not municipallyowned. While the township does not have municipal business licences, it does have them for vendor operations.

In the realm of current new business negotiation, Small explained, “It is always difficult to talk about ... but the answer is, ‘Yes’.”

Again, he explained that in the first three months, there were no calls, but in the past three months, there’s been a dozen enquiries.

“Some are just enquiries, but some are actually quite potentially positive.”

He said the discussions on the development of the Murphy lands at south end of Mount Forest are still quite active. He also noted the recent approval of the wind turbines near Arthur.

Inside Wellington - Second Section of The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, October 16, 2009 PAGE FIVE

SMALL BUSINESS - SMALL BUSINESS - SMALL BUSINESS - SMALL BUSINESS

Doing Business: The Minto way MINTO - Town Treasurer Gord Duff offered the following information to questions relating to business in Minto.

What were the number of new businesses in the past year (increase or decrease over previous years)?

“This information is not formally tracked. We usually know when a new business opens and often pay them a welcome visit. When a business closes, there is often not announcement. Based on anecdotal evidence, it appears that this past summer, several new businesses opened on our main streets and there are fewer vacancies.”

Were there any major new businesses or industry closures over the past year.

“One large factory (EbcoTech) is closing at the end of this year.”

Are any new businesses/industry negotiations in the works and what are the plans or process in place to attract in business and industry?

“The Town of Minto was involved in a site selector exercise about one year age. We were fortunate enough to win the award for outstanding response to Investment Attraction Inquiry from the Economic Developers Council of Ontario. We attempt to have an adequate supply of industrial land. There is sufficient commercially-zoned space in all of our communities to meet the demand for these establishments. The town’s marketable properties are listed on several websites, including one dedicated solely to industrial land enquiries.”

Are there plans in the works by the municipality and/or economic committee to change zonings (ie: to increase BIA areas or the size of industrial commercial areas)?

“There are no plans to increase the zoned areas as we believe they are adequate.

There are frequently site-specific issues which do arise and are handled at that time.”

Do municipal business licenses still exist?

“There is a very limited number of businesses in Minto which are to be licensed.

These include taxis and transient vendors.”

Any restrictions because of federal or provincial legislation?

“Minto of course is governed by the same rules and

regulations in place throughout Ontario. The most significant pieces of legislation related to industrial land relate to the installation of services.

Ministry of Environment Certificates of Approval are usually required to install water and sanitary services.

Depending upon the size of the development there may be federal and/or provincial environmental assessments required.

Information on the website In addition to Duff’s comments, Minto’s website promotes a number of economic development aspects, from business retention and expansion to main street revitalization.

The website also includes links to the community profile generated by the Saugeen Economic Development Corporation which gives indications of labour force according to industry, gender, salary ranges for specific occupations, a list of major employers.

Business Bulletin Newsletter The Minto Business Bulletin is a newly created newsletter that is a result of the Business Retention and Expansion project that was undertaken in 2007.

The intent is to update residents on what’s happening in the Minto business community as well as to get valuable information about organizations, funding, programs, etc. that can help businesses succeed.

Corporate Call Program Minto’s Corporate Call Program is to express to each company their importance in the community, learn more about the business and to offer services ensuring that any challenges they may be experiencing are addressed.

Visits include introductions of both town and company representatives, the purpose of the program and a discussion about the company, its history operations etc.

If possible there are also tours of the facilities.

Some of the businesses which have taken part in the corporate call program include: Bosman Home Front, Cargill AgHorizons, Harriston Motors and Wightman Telecom.

Industrial Parks The Town of Minto has over 100 acres of industrial land for sale, located in the Palmerston and Harriston Industrial Parks.

Highlights include: - fully serviced industrial land; - large contiguous parcels

up to 50 acres; - lot sizes starting at one acre; - good access to southwestern Ontario market; - 40 minutes north of Guelph; and - lots starting at $15,000 per acre.

For more information visit the economic development site at www.mintoed.com.

Economic Development Projects One of Minto’s major projects at the moment is its Main Street Revitalization Initiative.

The initiative is a downtown revitalization strategy based on the Main Street Approach, developed by the National Trust for Historic Preservation in Washington, DC. It is a community-driven, comprehensive methodology used to revitalize older, traditional business districts.

The approach advocates a return to community selfreliance, local empowerment and the rebuilding of traditional commercial districts based on their unique assets: distinctive architecture, a pedestrianfriendly environment, personal service, local ownership and a sense of community.

The Main Street Four-Point Approach is a comprehensive strategy that is tailored to meet local needs and opportunities.

Customer Origin Survey and Trade Area Analysis The customer origin survey and trade area analysis provides information about the size and composition of the local market.

The customer origin survey is used to collect information to determine where downtown shoppers live. The trade area analysis identifies characteristics of potential downtown consumers.

Customer Origin Surveys were conducted in Clifford, Harriston and Palmerston during the month of June.

Resident Survey Results The resident survey collects information on the attitudes and opinions of community residents about the downtown.

The survey can measure current shopping patterns, retail and service needs, and residents’ perceptions of the downtown. A greater understanding of residents’ opinions about the downtown as well as their hopes for the future, can help build a downtown that residents are proud of, enjoy, and support as customers.

Minto residents completed the survey in February 2008.

Small business owners still concerned over economy for 2010 TORONTO - Increased debt. Downsizing. Lost business. The recession took its toll on small business owners in Ontario.

Yet, despite the fact that the majority of Ontario's small business owners were negatively affected by the recession, 55% are excited or optimistic about 2010, saying they believe it will be a good year for their business. These are the findings of the second annual TD Canada Trust Small Business Survey that was conducted to understand the impact of the recession on small businesses.

"Small business owners in Ontario told us that the recession was their biggest challenge in 2009 and 34% anticipate it will continue to be the top challenge in 2010," said Christine Morris, vice president of sales and service, business banking at TD Canada Trust. "Despite the challenges, Ontario's small business owners managed well through a tough economy, with 57% saying their business performance was either on, or ahead, of projections."

Thirty-two per cent lost some business, 21% are in more debt than they were 12 months ago (versus 18% nationally), 7% were forced to downsize their operations or staffing, and 6% say they came close to bankruptcy or closing.

Interestingly, 11% grew their business despite the recession,

and 2% grew their business because of the recession.

The impact of the recession is evident in how small business owners rate their businesses. In 2009, only 19% of owners gave their business an A or A-plus, down from 25% in 2008 and 44% gave their business a B, down from 50% in 2008. However, the majority of small business owners say they managed well relative to the competition, with 65% saying they fared as well as their main competitors and 28% saying they fared better.

The impact of the recession is still anticipated to be a big issue Ontario's small business owners will face in 2010, with 34% naming it as the top challenge for next year, followed by managing cash flow (21%) and managing growth (15%).

"Whether it is finding solutions for better cash flow management or dealing with increased debt, there are many resources available for small businesses.

Small Business Week, Oct. 18 to 24, is the perfect opportunity to learn more about business financing, business plans, and how to start, grow and sustain a small business.

Nine percent of owners are excited about 2010 saying it might be their best year yet.

The largest group, at 48%, is optimistic, believing 2010 will be a good year. Twenty-seven per cent indicated they anticipate their business to be flat.

Fifteen per cent are concerned, believing 2010 will be another tough year and two per cent say they are panicked, not confident that their business can survive another year.

When they were asked what one thing about their business they think about more than anything else, 31% said it is the impact of the recession, followed by managing cash flow (meeting payroll, paying suppliers) at 28%. Those were followed by hiring and retaining talent (8%) and access to credit (5%).

In the 2008 survey, small business owners anticipated their biggest business challenges in the coming year would be cash flow (23%) followed by managing growth (20%). In reality, their biggest challenges in 2009 were the impact of the recession (32%) followed by cash flow (25%) and managing growth (11%).

Reducing operating costs was the most cited change (40%) that small business owners made in 2009. That was followed by streamlining processes (16%) and faster delivery of product and services (9%). Interestingly, 35% of small business owners made no changes to their company in the past year.

Small Business Week is a nation-wide celebration of entrepreneurship, organized by the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) to pay tribute to Canadian business.

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SMALL BUSINESS - SMALL BUSINESS - SMALL BUSINESS - SMALL BUSINESS Women of Wellington-Saugeen In September a group of eight females from Minto and Wellington North came together believing that there was a place for a business network that supported women who run their own businesses or work in existing businesses.

As a result, the “Women of Wellington-Saugeen Area” was created.

The goal of the Women of Wellington-Saugeen Area is to support and encourage women in business through education, encouragement, ideas and networking.

Nine events and seminars are planned to take place each year and will rotate between the communities located in Minto and Wellington North.

The Launch Networking Event will take place Oct. 23 from 8 to 9:30am at the St. Mary’s Family Centre (310 Parkside Dr., Mount Forest) and will feature guest speaker Michael Fletcher of Neworld Business Coaching.

Fletcher will be providing attendees with information on how to network effectively and increase profitability with ease.

Tickets for the event are $12 for Chamber of Commerce Members and $15 for non members and can be purchased by calling 519-323-4480.

Wellington North business expansion and retention survey now underway K E N I LW O RT H - T h e economic well-being of any community is based upon its existing businesses.

In recognition of this, the Township of Wellington North, with the support from the Arthur and Mount Forest Chambers of Commerce, as well as OMAFRA, is launching an economic development project to identify and meet the needs of local businesses.

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- learn of the future plans of the area’s local businesses with respect to expansion, relocation and/or retention and assess where assistance can be provided; - demonstrate the community’s pro-business attitude and develop an effective means of communication with local businesses; and - have the community actively involved in economic development.

A survey was included

along with invitations to the upcoming networking reception to all Wellington North businesses. Officials hope the reception during Small Business Week will help ensure a successful launch to the project. Responses will be kept confidential and businesses will not be identified.

A summary of the survey results and recommendations will be provided to all the participants at the end of the project.

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Expansion project is a community-wide effort that emphasizes personal business visits and/or surveys as a way to identify the needs of existing businesses.

Specifically, the objectives of the project are to: - identify the needs, concerns and opportunities of existing local businesses in order that, where appropriate, local action can be taken to respond to the businesses’ needs or opportunities;

KENILWORTH - Well ington North has announced that in celebration of Small Business Week, and Industry Innovator’s reception will take place on Oct. 22 from 6 to 9pm at the Mount Forest sports complex.

Hosted by the township, the reception is open to all who are doing business in the Wellington North area and provides an opportunity to connect with new contacts.

The reception will feature displays and representatives from organizations with services to assist businesses.

“With Donna Jack and myself new additions to the economic development department, we were looking for an opportunity to introduce ourselves to the business community and the Industry Innovator’s reception provides us just that,” said Dale Small, business and economic manag-

er for Wellington North.

Jack, the tourism, marketing and promotion manager, added, “The event also provides an excellent opportunity for the township to communicate coming and on-going initiatives to the business community, en masse.

“We also hope to receive feedback and recommendations from the stakeholders in our economic development endeavours. We are always look-

ing for opportunities to partner and co-ordinate or expand our efforts.”

There is no charge for the reception, but reservations are required in advance.

For more information contact either Small or Jack at the township office at 519-8483620 or email ecdev@wellington-north.com.

To reserve, contact Michelle at 519-848-3620 extension 24.

Youths hard hit by job shortages in past year OTTAWA (CP) - Canada’s youth jobless rate has soared under the economic pressures of the past year and even the lucrative summer months were a bust, with young peoples’ hours of work hitting 30-year

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Canada’s Vital Signs 2009, the annual report card on quality of life from Community Foundations of Canada, said youth unemployment rose from 10.7% in January 2008 to 16.3% by this summer.

As of August, employment among youths was falling faster than in any other age group,

the report said.

Among students looking for summer jobs, 19.2% were unemployed this summer and for those who found work, the average number of work hours, 23.4 per week, was the lowest in more than 30 years.

“The report shows us how the impact of the recession has been immediate and severe for vulnerable groups, such as

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“It also shines a light on inequities that pre-date the recession, such as the disturbing high school completion rates among the aboriginal population.”

The report said Aboriginal students are attending and completing high school at much lower rates than others.

The Aboriginal high school completion rate was 56.3% in 2006, compared to a rate of 76.9% for other groups.

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Employers must ensure good mental health in stress-free workplace TORONTO - The recent economic downturn highlighted an important issue facing workplaces today - mental health.

Many workers have experienced stress and anxiety due to the recent recession. Whether it was corporate downsizing or company shutdowns, the stress and uncertainty has taken its toll on workers and companies.

For some, work-related stress is considered a "normal" part of the work environment and can easily be dealt with.

However, for others these stressors can cause great emotional and physical distress to the point where they are not able to properly function on a daily basis.

World Mental Health Day was on Oct. 10, and employers and employees can take that opportunity to become more aware and educated about mental health issues affecting their workplaces. Those issues must be addressed as poor mental health affects the safety, health, and well-being of not just the individual but organizations as well.

Recent statistics from the Canadian Institute of Health Research show mental illness affects one in five Canadians, most commonly presenting itself in the form of depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.

The effect has had a staggering impact on the workplace as everyday, 500,000 Canadian workers are absent from work due to mental health problems according to an article in Insurance Journal 2003, published by the government of Canada in The Human Face of Mental Health and Mental Illness in Canada.

Furthermore, mental illness costs the Canadian economy $51 billion each year, according to Dr. Carolyn Dewa, of the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.

During challenging economic times, employers need to reassure their employees that they are looking after their best interests and well-being. In order to become a healthy workplace, organizations need to collaborate with their employees to ensure that their physical and psychological

needs are being met. Here are some tips on how to address mental health issues in the workplace: - Recognize that mental health issues do exist in the workplace.

One aspect that must be considered is the role workplaces play in creating mental health issues. For example, suddenly increasing an employee's workload may increase that person's stress levels, which could have devastating effects. By understanding psychological hazards and determining which workplace practices contribute to mental harm, companies can initiate policies, procedures, and programs that will create a safe environment where people can comfortably and safely work.

- Equip workplaces with the right tools to recognize and address mental health in the workplace. Despite the fact that poor mental health affects employee productivity, creativity, and initiative, many organizations don't have the resources to deal with health issues such as depression and

Centre Wellington Chamber hosts second trade show Oct. 21 This is a an opportunity for home-based businesses and those with a storefront presence to get the word out to a broader public – and potential customers. To enhance that opportunity admission is

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They still have a few tables left.

Exhibitors this year cover a wide range of businesses, including computers, photographers, a sign maker, banking, home maintenance and repair and a home based business that sells tools especially designed for women.

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Experts at renowned Mayo Clinic offer a list of things to look for as people age, and tips on how they can stay healthy: Heart As people age, their heart must work harder to pump the same amount of blood. Blood vessels may narrow if hardened deposits of fat have formed on arteries.

That can lead to high blood pressure (hypertension).

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Muscles, joints and bones Bones shrink in size and density as people age, which makes them susceptible to fracture. Muscles and joints also lose some flexibility and strength. To help the body stay flexible and to keep bones strong, get the recommended daily amount of vitamin D and calcium and engage in weightbearing exercises like walking, climbing stairs and light weight training.

Eyes Experienced eyes have thinner retinas with lenses that are less clear. Focusing on objects close up may become more difficult and people may become sensitive to glaring lights, particularly when driving at night. Common eye conditions include glaucoma and cataracts.

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Second annual Seniors Wellness Fair on Oct. 22 to showcase available services MOUNT FOREST - On Oct. 22 the second annual Seniors Wellness Fair will take place at the Mount Forest and District Sports Complex.

The fair, hosted by the Seniors Centre for Excellence, will run from 10am to 2pm, and is free. It will showcase services provided by over 35 community support agencies and other related services.

Those services will enable seniors to stay in the home of

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The centre is funded by the Waterloo Wellington Local Health Integration Network’s Aging at Home Strategy.

It is a resource for seniors and their caregivers in the Mapleton, Minto and Wellington North. Its aim is to promote the recreational and educational programs available to sen-

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The first Seniors Wellness Fair was held at the PMD arena in Drayton in November. It proved so successful, organizers decided to make it an annual event.

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In conjunction with the display booths there will be interactive workshops to allow seniors and their caregivers the opportunity to experience a number of different exercise programs.

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Dr. Sandra Loucks Campbell of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) asserts that troubling number is a consequence of age bias - a deplorable reality.

"The monumental social and emotional toll inflicted on older adults, their families and communities should not be tolerated," said Sandy Campbell, chairman of the OASW committee on issues of aging.

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For decades, social workers have been on the front-line dealing with the abuse of children, intimate partners, and older adults.

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VON - From left: Alison Marchant, Michelle Martin, and Cheryl Rynsover, were kept busy explaining the services offered by the VON at the Active Living and Retirement Show at Victoria Park Seniors Centre.

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Hear hear - Amanda Hogan, of the Hearing Care Council, was one of 22 booth operators at the Active Living and Retirement Show. She represented the Canadian Hearing Council.

Active Living and Retirement show had full house on Oct. 3 at seniors’ centre

by David Meyer FERGUS - Walking was slow at Victoria Park Seniors’ Centre on Oct. 3 when the second annual Active Living and Retirement Show took place.

That is because the place was packed with booths and people offering all kinds of specialized services for seniors, plus volunteers - and a large number of seniors to

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“We come here every third Wednesday and we offer free hearing screenings,” said Amanda Hogan, of the Hearing Care Council.

It offers specialized services for those over age 55, including amplified telephones and hearing aids. It has an office in Guelph.

Kelly Smith said the organization she represented, Osteoporosis Canada, works with hospitals to help people.

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She said the entire show at the centre that day was designed to provide information “to keep people in their homes as long as possible.

The VON also provides such things as transportation.

There were also a number of booths with information about seniors housing and services available in the area.

Supervisor of Seniors Services at the centre Kathy Morgan said in an interview that over 125 people visited the

show, and there were 22 booths on site - all that the centre could hold.

Had any organization dropped out, she had a waiting list.

The event included three seminars, too: - Personalization of Funerals; - a finance one entitled Ten principles for living in retirement: How to make your money last; - and a fitness seminar with a pole walking demonstration and tips on staying fit.

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“We have a variety of information,” Smith said, adding that Osteoporosis Canada also works with people to prevent that bone affliction, as well as helping those who suffer from it.

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stiff and painful.

In fact, rheumatoid arthritis that first appears in the winter or spring may be more severe than arthritis that emerges in summer and fall, according to a French study of arthritis patients. In addition to cold temperatures associated with winter, viruses – which are more prevalent during winter – may play a part in the increased severity of winter-onset arthritis, the study concluded.

But winter’s chill shouldn’t drive you indoors until the spring thaw. Just the opposite, according the web site AthritisToday.org.

Walking outside in the winter has many health benefits for arthritis sufferers, including burning calories and helping you feel positive and motivated, the site says. Plus, inactivity is often associated with an increase in pain.

So how can you stay active and manage your arthritis this winter? Here are a few tips: Stay warm and dry

Dampness and cold exacerbate arthritis pain. Dress warmly and avoid dampness. If you live in an area with particularly damp weather, equip your home with a dehumidifier to take excess moisture out of the air. When walking outside, wear warm, waterproof footgear and gloves. Layer your clothes for warmth and breathability, and choose fabrics that wick moisture away from your skin.

Stay active “Use it or lose it” definitely applies to arthritis sufferers.

Exercise can help keep joints moving, strengthen muscles connected to joints, preserve bone health, and improve your overall health and fitness, according to www.Arthritis.org, the Web site of the not-for-profit Arthritis Foundation.

If you are less active during winter, arthritis can cause even the smallest movement to be painful. Maintain your prescribed exercise regimen, under

your doctor’s guidance, as much as possible during winter months. The movement will help fight off the stiffness that cold weather brings to your joints.

Get help See your doctor regularly through the winter and consider using aids that are designed to help ease arthritis pain in the colder months.

Keep to your diet Our diets tend to become “heavier” in colder weather as bodies instinctively crave warmth-generating and fatbuilding fare to help us stay warmer. But it’s important to maintain a healthy diet throughout the winter.

Controlling excess weight, which puts undue strain on already sore joints, is a key element of managing your arthritis.

Also, talk to your doctor or a qualified nutritionist about what nutritional supplements might be helpful in minimizing your pain.

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ENTERTAINMENT Review: Great performances grace The Heiress at Country Playhouse

by Marie Male ST. JACOBS - What a wonderful show.

Our heiress was reproached for using that adjective as she was for everything, despite how wonderful she really was.

No song and dance, The Heiress is drama at its most compelling, a character study with depth.

Set in 1850 in an affluent New York City home, the play revolves around the lives of a widower doctor and his daughter. Catherine has become an awkward, shrinking violet due to the constant whisper (shout) of criticism bestowed upon her.

Perhaps her father, the doctor, who has a claim that she "killed her [mother] by being born" was at the root of the matter? If self esteem is derived from father to daughter then his claim that her only talent is neat embroidery manifests itself, but hopefully does

not overtake her spirit.

Based on a novel by Henry James called Washington Square, the show began as a Broadway play in 1947 and was later an Academy award winning film.

Tova Smith plays the heiress, Catherine Sloper, a poor little rich girl, with great skill.

Her demeanor shrinks as her father heaps further reproaches upon her; her facial features, wringing hands, and stooping frame comply with her everdemurring dialogue.

Jeffrey Wetsch plays her charming suitor so well that many audience members are taken in by his "loving" though rather hasty pursuit of her (or her 30 thousand per year - a huge sum in those days).

Smelling of bay rum and adulating over the finery in the home, the audience still wants to believe that his intentions are good. Later, upon his return

from an unsuccessful trip to New Orleans his whole personality is convincingly altered.

C. David Johnson, as her father, plays the stern stuffed shirt with classic harrumph.

His live-in widow sister, Lavinia, is played very well with her somehow misplaced compassion by Michelle Fisk.

Adding interest and charm as various relatives and foils are Susie Burnett as Marian Almond, Jane Spence as Mrs. Montgomery, Jane Spidell as Mrs. Elizabeth Almond, and Brendan Rowland as Arthur Townsend.

Making the most of a part that suggests more is Sophia Kolinas as the pale Irish housekeeper.

Director David Latham has worked all over the world and brought that experience to this production.

Allan Wilbee as set and costume designer has created a

October is Monster Month in Elora ELORA - Monsters and scary creatures of all shapes and sizes are decorating the downtown streets here.

Even more, there is a freaky range of scary events and festivities coming to town.

Tim Murton's Twilight Zoo opened Oct. 8. Kids of all ages will love his Halloween show.

It features amazing wire and paper sculptures by day. At night, his creatures take on an eerie glow as they light up the river bank.

View Elora's Loch Ness monster on the Grand River, and spot some new friends who have joined Nessie in the water this year.

At 6pm on Oct. 24 everyone is invited to join in the first annual Elora Monster Month parade - a non-motorized Monster Month Parade.

Register with the Elora BIA to join the parade by emailing elorabia@wightman.ca.

Organizers ask that people

bring a non-perishable donation for the local foodbank.

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beautiful stage with depth and opulence that will be a shame to dismantle. The costumes are equally beautiful, with lovely fabrics and designs authentic to the period.

The dresses, cloaks, coats, and even the mourning outfits are ever changing with the scenes and contribute a great deal to the production.

Lighting design by Kevin Fraser is also excellent and noticeable in its conveyance of mood, hour and season.

No wonder this wonderful show is a favourite of artistic director Alex Mustakas, as revealed on opening night to further tempt the audience.

The Heiress plays at St. Jacobs Country Playhouse through Oct. 25. Tickets can be ordered by calling the box

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Wellington County Historical Society launches new book about county flora Oct. 17 cludes with an examination of environmentally sensitive areas, and an overview and summary of the current state and possible futures for the flora of Wellington County.

Both authors will speak briefly and sign books, which are available for sale. The book launch is open to the public and free, and begins at 2pm in the Nicholas Keith Room at the Wellington County Museum and Archives For further information, call Ian Easterbrook at 519-843-6576.

Dr. Richard Frank attended the Universities of Leeds, Cambridge, and Trinidad in the West Indies; he holds a doctorate from the University of Guelph and is retired from the OMAF pesticide laboratory.

Allan Anderson S.D.A. (Scottish Diploma in Agriculture) graduated

ABOYNE - On Oct. 17, the Wellington County Historical Society is launching a new history The Flora of Wellington County at the Wellington County Museum.

The publication has been underway since 2001, the work of Dr. Richard Frank, of Rockwood, and botanist Allan Anderson of New Hamburg.

The authors take as their beginning the geological landforms, weathering, soil formation, original forest and local climate from 1800 forward.

They report on plant use by First Nations, findings of the first surveyors, and the development (then destruction) of the Wellington forest.

The book includes colour maps and comprehensive lists of native and alien species.

The 150-page publication con-

from the West of Scotland Agricultural College with a diploma in Agriculture, with the class prize in Botany.

Since coming to Canada in 1966 he has studied the flora of Canada from Newfoundland to British Columbia. Anderson worked at the University of Guelph for 35 years, studying nutrition, soil requirements and seed germination requirements for a number of plant species, especially orchids. He has also been involved with the North and South Wellington environmental sensitive areas studies as well as being involved in some consulting and environmental impact reports.

Both men are active with the Waterloo-Wellington Wildflower Society The first section of their publica-

First annual meet of multicultural group GUELPH - On Oct. 20 from 7 to 9pm The Guelph District Multicultural Festival will meet at Immigrant Services Guelph Wellington at 926

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tion considers the flora of the county in pre-settler times, beginning with an examination of the geology, landforms and climatic conditions following the last glacier.

Weathering and soil formation, soil drainage, and soil type will all have played a role in the forest ecosystems and regimes.

The huge forest trees, dominated

by American beech and sugar maple growing to old age on the fertile, welldrained upland soils would have been breath-taking and are well-described as “cathedral-like.” Tables chart the tree species; shrubs, bushes, and woody vines; ferns and fern allies; herbaceous annuals and perennials.

The authors also examine the First Nations use of plants.

Part two of the book details the destruction of the forest, plotting

changes in soil and local climate and the loss of wetlands; native flora were devastated and largely replaced by introduced crop plants and alien plants and weeds.

The natural environment declined and continued to decline into the 1950s. Tables chart total and wooded areas in the three watersheds, and further tables summarize alien and noxious species.

Part three looks at the surviving landscape, 1970-2005. The authors examine the regeneration of unsuitable, cleared land; reforested areas; and environmentally sensitive areas (ESAs). Lost species are discussed; tables address natives and rare plants. The section concludes with observations on the future management of Wellington’s forest remnants.

Ragtime returns to theatre Oct. 16, 17 HILLSBURGH - Bob Milne, universally recognized as the world’s greatest Ragtime and boogie woogie pianist, returns to Century Church Theatre in Hillsburgh for the seventh year, Oct. 16 and 17.

Along with his music, Bob shares stories of the great musicians who penned the music, and regales audiences with hilarious tales of his own adventures on the road as a journeyman piano-player.

Milne is regarded as an “American treasure.”

A PBS film crew followed him for a year to make a reallife documentary of his incred-

ible concerts.

The Library of Congress is collecting memorabilia and making a film of a day in his life as part of the American Music Project, to be stored for posterity, along with such other American icons as the Declaration of Independence.

Milne has been made an honorary citizen of Japan.

People come back time and time again. There will be two

Melville Church offering two shows Oct. 16 and 17

GUELPH - Admission is free to the Guelph Fall Home AND Leisure Show, opening at 1pm on Oct. 16 at the Colonel John McCrae Memorial Legion, on York Road, just east of Victoria Street.

The show runs Oct. 16 to 18.

Guelph area homeowners can improve conserving energy and make healthier environments, save in energy costs, plus get show discounts and government grants.

The show will include today’s solar heating and geothermal options. New furnaces, new boilers, and tankless hot water systems also offer energy savings. Other areas for savings include the installation of new windows, doors, and vinyl siding. Increased insulation is always a rewarding option.

One company has a basement finishing system that turns wasted basement space into a living space.

FERGUS - Nine children of the Black family of Markdale will entertain here on Oct. 16 at 7pm at Melville United Church.

The children will sing and play old favourites on piano and fiddle.

With the oldest son at university, the education for the remaining nine children includes home schooling, music education and lessons from an area music teacher.

The children practice on an array of instruments.

Admission at the door is $10 for adults, $5 for teens, and children are free.

Families are invited to come early and enjoy other features of the festival. Food is

available, there are vendor tables to browse, and a children’s area.

Kids concert Brian, of Music with Brian, a new singer for kids, will play at Melville United Church at 11am on Oct. 17.

Brian sings, dances, and plays a variety of instruments including saxophone, clarinet, trumpet, and flute to entertain children from ages 2 to 10.

He has performed at libraries, schools, and at Chapters Indigo stores across eastern Canada.

Tickets at the door are $2 per person. For more information call 519-843-5863 or the church office 519-843-1781.

matinees, on Friday and Saturday at 2:30pm, with a one-hour concert, followed by a gourmet afternoon tea with Bob, catered

by The Pantry Shelf, Hillsburgh.

Saturday evening will feature a two-hour concert at 8pm.

Tickets are $29 for either event, and may be reserved by calling the box office at 519855-4586, or visit www.centurychurchtheatre.com.

Home and Leisure Show running this weekend As it is designed specifically for the basement, it helps reduce energy costs and resists mold and mildew.

There are many Guelph area home improvement professionals at the show to make renovations worry free.

Guelph area home renovation and buildings specialists at the show can guide clients to government rebates.

There will be log homes and manufactured home builders, floor refinishing, interior decorating, reupholstery services, water treatment options, roofing, garage doors, fireplaces, sunroom custom builders and much more.

A donation to the Guelph Food Bank is encouraged.

Show hours are Friday, 1 to 9pm, Saturday 10am to 6pm, and Sunday 10am to 5pm. For more information call 1-800 561 5076 or visit www.GuelphHomeShow.com

HOROSCOPES - For the third week of October ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, even though you have taken a couple of steps in the wrong direction it's not too late to backtrack and change things around.

This is the week for redemption.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 You want to be helpful, Libra, but by helping someone else you could be neglecting the person closest to you.

Open up your eyes before you act and see who it might be affecting.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, this week will be slow for you so you will need to make your own fun to stay occupied.

Why not host a get-together with your closest friends?

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Somehow you've turned dark clouds into sunny skies, Scorpio.

It will truly be a good week for you with lots of happy days and a chance to rekindle a little romance.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 You are feeling all sorts of positive energy, Gemini.

Harness it and put it to good use, either around the house or at work. Others will be drawn to your magnetism.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, a mix-up at work leaves you scrambling for a quick fix.

Look to Pisces, who may have the answer you seek.

Time spent at home is considerably less stressful.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Rethink those plans you have for later on in the week, Cancer.

It's likely weather will put a damper on what you had in mind.

Scorpio has a secret for you on Thursday.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Financial squabbles with a spouse or loved one can put your relationship on a rocky road for a few days, Capricorn.

It's best to resolve these issues before they escalate.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, your generous and warmhearted nature could be the key to your undoing if you let others take advantage of you.

This week resist the urge to meddle.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Restlessness is to be expected this week, Aquarius.

You are a people-pleaser, and when there aren't enough people around you are off of your game.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you are blessed with an eye for detail that many people would love to possess. But if you let this border on obsession, especially this week, you'll be feeling lonely.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Surprising facts come into play, Pisces.

The news is unexpected and could knock you off-kilter for a while.

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OCTOBER 21 Rummage Sale at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Mount Forest. Winter clothing & household items. *** Fergus & District Horticultural Society Meeting 7:30pm.

Victoria Park Seniors Centre, Fergus. Topic: "Putting Your Garden to Bed for the Winter"- Speaker: Lorraine Mennen. Everyone welcome. For more info. call Kathy at 519-843-7703. *** October 21, 22 - Warm clothing sale. Wed. 5 -8pm, Thursday 8am- 1pm at Mount Forest United Church Auditorium. *** St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Annual Turkey Supper. Arthur Community Centre 5-7pm Adults $12, children 12 & under $5, preschoolers free. Take outs & delivery available. Call 519-8482839. *** Arthur Legion General Meeting 8pm. *** Palmerston United Church Turkey Supper. Sittings 5pm, 6:30pm.

Advance sales only! Adults/$12, 7-12/$6, 6 and under free.

Tickets 519-343-3620. Take-out 519-343-2836.

OCTOBER 22 Grate Groan-up Spelling Bee presented by Rotary Club of Guelph South. 6:30, Guelph Place Banquet Hall. Put in a Team of 3 spellers for $300 or cheer on your team over dinner $30. Paul 519763-2667. *** Grandmothers of the Grand fall speaker series at the Centre Wellington High School 7pm. Rick Goodfellow shows his PowerPoint presentation of his Tour d’Afrique cycling trip from Cairo to Cape Town. Contact Cinda 519-843-1528. *** Euchre - St. Mary Family Centre, Mount Forest - 7:30 pm. $2.50 includes lunch and prizes. *** Drayton United Church Turkey Supper, 5-7pm. P. M. D. Community Centre, Drayton, Ontario. Tickets at the door. Adults $12, Children 10 & under $5, Preschoolers free. *** Seniors Wellness fair. 10am-2pm Mount Forest & District Sports Complex, 850 Princess Street. Free admission. Over 30 community support service agencies. For more information call the Seniors Centre for Excellence at 1-866-446-4546. ***

OCTOBER 23 “Let Him Sleep ‘til It’s Time for His Funeral” – a comedy in 2 acts. St. John’s United Church, Belwood. 7:30pm. Tickets $10 ea.

Call 519-843-5509. *** Guelph Wellington Seniors Assoc. Craft Club Annual Bazaar 10am- 2pm at Evergreen Seniors Centre, 683 Woolwich St. Guelph. Crafts, bake table, penny table, touch & take, attic treasurers, raffle draw. *** Hootenanny, 7pm, Arkell United Church. Bring an instrument and play or come to listen. Free will offering to building fund for wheel chair accessibility project. *** Euchre Card Party at 7:30pm at St. Teresa of Avila Church Hall.

19 Flamingo Drive Elmira. $5. Cash prizes, door prizes and lunch. ***

OCTOBER 24 Talent Auction and Talent Show, 7:30pm, Arkell United Church.

Showcase your talent, sell your goods and services at a fun auction designed to raise funds for the elevator and accessibility project at Arkell United Church. For more details, contact Bob Jefferson 519-823-5945. *** Trillium Waldorf School Fall Fair. Enjoy crafts, activities, entertainment, and refreshments for the whole family. Nominal fees charged for participation per activity. 1- 4:30pm. 540 Victoria Road North, Guelph. For more information contact: Connie Watson at 519-821-5140. *** Alma Optimist Roadkill Race for MS at Wallace Cumming Park, Alma. 1 Km Fun Run 1:30pm. Certified 5km Walk/Run and 10km Run 2pm. Register online at www.Runningroom.com. *** Century Church Theatre, Hillsburgh. Gospel Night. Hillsburgh Community Christian Church presents their annual celebration of gospel music. Tickets at the door. *** Elora Legion Branch 229- Dance. Featuring “Bill Beattie”. 110 Metcalfe St. Elora. *** Barrie Hill United Church 177th Anniversary Turkey Supper.

Adults $13, students (5-12) $6, preschoolers –free with a ticket.

4:30 & 5:30 buffet tickets call Bernice 519-824-8609. 6:30, 7:30 and take-out call Lillian 519-821-4555. 5702 Wellington Rd. 29 Rockwood, 2 km north of Hwy. 24.

*** Country Cupboard Bazaar and Bake Sale. 11:30-1:30. St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Mount Forest. *** Semi Annual Roast Beef Dinner Knox Church Ospringe corner of Hwy 125 and 124. Starting at 5pm three sittings. For tickets call Irene 519-856-4578. Adults $13, Children $6. No Take Out orders available. *** Duff's Church Annual Bazaar. 10:30am - 1:30pm. Enjoy our many tables: Country store, Bake, Deli, Stitchery, Flowers and Candy.

Then relax and stay for lunch. *** Turkey Supper, at Knox-Elora Presbyterian Church. Settings 4:45 & 6:15pm. Tickets: Adults $12, 8 & under $6. Please call 519846-0680. *** Dublin Street United Church annual Harvest & Craft Fair. 10am3pm. 68 Suffolk Street, Guelph. Free admission. *** Until the 31- Drop-In Halloween Crafts. Drop in to children's services anytime during open hours to make a spooky Halloween craft! Suitable for all ages. Adult supervision required. *** Arthur Legion Karaoke 8:30pm. *** Westminster-St. Paul's Church annual turkey supper. Sittings 5pm and 6:30pm. It's always a sell-out, so order tickets early by calling 519-824-5221 or stop by the church weekday mornings.

Tickets $13 for adults, $6 for children under 12 and free for 5 and under. *** Fergus Legion Mix Cribbage Tournament. 1pm sharp.

Registration 11:30am. $20 per team. Prizes to top 10 winners. *** Mimosa United Church presents our 1st Community Program Night with Dr. Cate Dewey speaking on her travels to Africa to assist AIDs orphans. 7pm. Free will offering. Emergency #5980 Wellington Cty. Rd. #26. For more info. 519-855-4444. *** Autumn Classics-Best of Broadway with vocalists Gordon Burnett and Valerie Nunn at St. Peter’s Church, Oustic. Corner of 5th line & Wellington Road 22. Matinee-4pm, evening-7pm. $10 per person, children under 12 are free. For tickets call Fred 519824-0454. *** Until the 25th- Aberfoyle Junction Model Railway Fall Show.

10am-4:30pm. Located on old Hwy 6 (Brock Rd.) 1 km N of 401, south of Aberfoyle. Watch for signs. Adults $8, Seniors $6, children $5.

OCTOBER 25 186th Anniversary Service, Ebenezer United Church, 10:30am with light lunch to follow. Special Guest Speaker: Rev. Dr. Cheri Dinovo, M.P.P. Be sure to attend to hear and meet this very interesting person! *** Meet, Treat and Play Day with the cats at UCHS 1- 3pm. Visit the Shelter with your family, play and pet our cats of every age and colour. For more info. call 519-833-2287.

OCTOBER 27 Puslinch Seniors' Euchre Club 1:30pm. Present and former Puslinch Township residents are invited to join us for an afternoon of friendly euchre games at the Puslinch Community Centre on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month. *** Wellington Branch Ontario Genealogical Society fall programs continue with “Canadian Attitudes to the Home Children and How they Changed 1869-1930”, 7:30pm, Zehrs Community Room, 1045 Paisley Road, Guelph. 519-822-2460. *** Buddhist Meditation Drop-in Class for beginners to meditation: "Cultivating a Peaceful Heart" At Soul Garden Studio, 455 Tower Street N. Fergus 7:30pm - 9pm. Casual and relaxed. Everyone welcome. *** Harriston Legion Br. 296 Pepper Card Game. 1:30pm. *** Guelph Horticultural Society Meeting & Mini Show. Dublin St. United Church 7:30pm. Basic Garden Demo, speaker Vicki Beard on "Attracting Bees to your Garden" & "Pollinator Park". *** Improve your health, flexibility and balance with Taoist Tai Chi ™ internal arts of health. Visit our Open House at 54 Cardigan Street at 7pm., Guelph. 519-836-7390.

Turkey Supper at St. John’s United Church Belwood Wednesday, November 4th

Settings at 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 & 7:30

Adults $13, Children (12 & under) $6, Preschoolers FREE (Must have ticket) Tickets available from: Ron Wilkin’s, Belwood Store and Pine Meadows

Mount Forest United Church presents

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A beautiful and powerful young voice from the Maritimes ~ Classical selections from Broadway to Traditional Favourites.

AN EVENING CONCERT Saturday October 17, 2009 at 7:30pm Mount Forest United Church 175 Queen St. E., Mount Forest Admission $10 - Tickets at the door

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Ladies Barbershop Quartet Page Four Soloist: Charlotte Mullin Speaker:

Captain Debbie Hynes (Mullin)

Sunday October 25, 2009 Games start at 1pm - Doors open at 11am share the wealth package $15 - main program package $25 (both packages are required - extra strips available)

SEND YOUR NON-PROFIT/CHARITABLE EVENT INFO TO events@wellingtonadvertiser.com 20-25 words, 4 weeks prior to event date.

“proceeds to local community projects” Held at Grand River Raceway 7445 Wellington County Rd. 21, Elora

www.ferguselorarotary.com Held under lottery license #M580239 FERGUS ELORA ROTARY FOUNDATION Staffed by: Centre Wellington Rotary Club and Fergus Elora Rotary Club

PAGE SIXTEEN Inside Wellington - Second Section of the Wellington Advertiser - Friday, October 16, 2009

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County of Wellington â&#x20AC;&#x153;Connecting Citizens with County Newsâ&#x20AC;?

WELLINGTON TERRACE RAISES MONEY FOR ALZHEIMERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S On September 17th, Wellington Terrace participated in the annual Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Society Coffee Break. $643.60 was raised for the Alzheimer Society of GuelphWellington. Thank you to the families, staff and volunteers who gave their time to assist with the event. Special thanks to our dedicated staff who provide compassion and kindness to the residents of Wellington Terrace.

Local Government Week October 18-24, 2009

Shirley Dilworth Jaychuk

PAINTING COMPETITON October 15 - November 15, 2009

For the children and youth of Ontario, it is a new way to learn about local government.

Participating schools and municipalities join together to introduce local government through fun learning activities

A show featuring Wellington County Artists representational work reflecting the small town character and rural environs of the region in which they live.

Awards will be announced at the Opening Reception at the Elora Centre for the Arts on Thursday, October 15, beginning at 7:30 p.m.

Some of the activities include: â&#x20AC;˘ face-to-face meetings with community leaders â&#x20AC;˘ mock municipal referendums â&#x20AC;˘ school and classroom centred activities.

â&#x20AC;˘ Mayor for a day â&#x20AC;˘ observing council in session â&#x20AC;˘ tours of municipalities

Minarovich Gallery Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora

The Government of Ontario, the Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario are partners in Local Government Week.

T: 519.846.9698

More information, visit: â&#x20AC;˘ www.amo.on.ca â&#x20AC;˘ www.amcto.com

www.eloracentreforthearts.ca Wellington County Library Celebrate Ontario Public Library Week (OPLW) October 18 - 24 EVERGREEN AWARD VOTING Help pick a winner â&#x20AC;&#x201C; vote for your favourite Evergreen book during OPLW! GOOF (GET OUT OF FINES) CARDS RETURN Every cardholder who visits a branch during OPLW will receive a GOOF card, which can be used to pay for up to $5 in fines.

Limit of one GOOF card per library cardholder.

Check out the double page spread in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Inside Wellingtonâ&#x20AC;? section, for a Waste Reduction Week feature. Ă&#x2013; 7LSV WR UHGXFH ZDVWH VHQW WR ODQGILOO Ă&#x2013; (OHFWURQLFV UHF\FOLQJ 7KH &RXQW\ LV KROGLQJ D FROOHFWLRQ HYHQW RQ 2FWREHU WK DW WKUHH ORFDWLRQV

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County Council has approved another day of operation to reduce the amount of traffic at the site on Saturdays.

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County of Wellington Administration Centre 74 Woolwich St. Guelph, ON N1H 3T9

OPEN HOUSES JOIN US FOR REFRESHMENTS! â&#x20AC;˘ Aboyne & Drayton: during branch hours (every day during OPLW) â&#x20AC;˘ Fergus: Wednesday, October 21, 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Harriston: Monday, October 19, 7 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Marden: Wednesday, October 21, all day â&#x20AC;˘ Palmerston: Wednesday, October 21, 5 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7 p.m.

SPECIAL PROGRAMMES Harriston: Ancestry Library Edition Database Workshop, Thursday, October 22, 2 p.m.

Harriston: Scrapbooking, Thursday October 22, 7 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9 p.m.

Puslinch: Judy Siefert talks about her Rwandan trip, Tuesday, October 20, 7:30 p.m.

FOR KIDS & TEENS Aboyne: Thriller!

Friday, October 23, 7 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8:30 p.m.

Arthur: YA Book Club, Thursday, October 22, 4 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 p.m.

Clifford: Halloween Craft, Wednesday, October 21, 5 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 p.m.

Erin: Halloween Make â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Take, Saturday, October 24, 10:30 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2:30 p.m.

Fergus: BYOB Book Club for Teens, Thursday, October 22, 4 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 p.m.

Hillsburgh: Halloween Drop In, Saturday, October 31, 10 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3 p.m.

Palmerston: Family Fun Time, Thursday, October 22, 6 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7 p.m.

Rockwood: After School Book & Activities Club, Tuesday, October 20, 4:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5:30 p.m.

Arthur: Book Sale, All week. Fill a bag for $5!

Some programmes require registration.

For full details, call your local branch or check www.wclib.ca

www.wellington.ca

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