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Volume 53 Issue 06
Thursday, February 6, 2020
Mapleton council hears details of joint economic development partnership for northern Wellington JAIME MYSLIK REPORTER
Straight toss - There was no ice on Feb. 1 for the Moorefield Optimist Club’s Tin Can Classic (tin can curling), but that didn’t stop teams from coming out and enjoying the weather with a cornhole tournament. Jenn Burns of Drayton, a member of an entry known as the Burnt Mohles, takes aim at a target. More photos on page 9. Photo by Jaime Myslik
Painting from 1900s to return to historic townhall in Drayton JAIME MYSLIK REPORTER MAPLETON – A Drayton painting from the early 1900s is being returned to its original home at the Drayton Festival Theatre, which was once the town council chamber. On Jan. 28, community member Bruce Schieck asked for Mayor Gregg Davidson to issue a letter that would release the painting from the Wellington County Museum and Archives and allow it to be hung in the theatre. “It is of a blacksmith’s shop with a blacksmith in front of his forage doing his work and looking out the backdoor you can see the railroad tracks with a
train going over the bridge,” Schieck said. “Some of us are of the opinion that that painting should maybe be returned back to the theatre where it was originally intended to be.” The painting was restored by a previous council and is ready to be hung in the Drayton Festival Theatre. “I’m a member of the historical society so I’m greatly in favour of keeping our community’s historical pieces within our community as much as possible rather than sending everything to the Wellington County museum,” said councillor Marlene Ottens. “I’m greatly in favour of this.” Schieck said it would be hung in the theatre lounge, beside the grand piano.
“I believe the room you’re talking about Bruce, I’m not sure but was that not the council chambers back in the day?” Ottens asked. “So that’s kind of coming full circle.” Schieck confirmed Ottens was correct. “I think it’s a great spot for that painting,” councillor Mike Martin said. “That room itself is a great room and to all your talking about, it seems like a great spot. I support this request.” Schieck offered to use his own money to move the painting because it needs to be professionally transported and hung. “I think it’s a masterpiece that should be preserved and put in the town hall,” he said.
MAPLETON – Mapleton council has offered its support for the Northern Wellington Economic Development Enhanced Partnership. Mapleton representative Aly Cripps made a presentation to council on Jan. 28. A partnership between Mapleton, Minto and Wellington North isn’t necessarily a new idea; the three municipalities have been meeting since 2012 to discuss economic development. As a result of the county-wide service review by KPMG, a joint economic development partnership was identified as one way to find efficiencies. “It’s no secret that Minto does a fabulous job, (Minto economic development manager) Belinda (Wick-Graham) and her team,” said Mapleton CAO Manny Baron. “And we kind of want to leverage that and leverage your expertise and learn from you and see how we can do better.” The partnership will address five main projects in 2020: - a cross-sector business retention and expansion program; - the recruit of a municipal youth engagement coordinator; - a focus on newcomer attraction and housing programs; - the expansion of LaunchIt Minto services to Mapleton and Wellington North; and - targeted marketing and promotion activities. Minto will also be helping Mapleton with a communications and social media strategy. “A very big deal for Mapleton in
this partnership was trying to get our social media and communications skills up,” Cripps said. All other economic development projects will be the responsibility of the individual municipalities. In Mapleton the enhancements have already been added to the economic development budget. “So there will be nothing going over our budget with any of these programs,” Cripps said. Mapleton councillor Marlene Ottens was supportive of the idea. “I think it’s great,” she said. “I think it’s something that we’re all going to benefit from.” However, she did ask how many of the new businesses helped by LaunchIt Minto have survived. Wick-Graham pointed out that LaunchIt isn’t just for new start-ups but for any business in any sector. “People have started in there and moved out onto the main street and they’re still there, but we also help businesses that have been around forever, just helping them grow,” she said. LaunchIt will bring training programs to Mapleton and Wellington North so “that the travel barrier is taken away,” Wick-Graham said. Council passed a resolution in support of the initiative. Wellington North has also received a presentation on the partnership. All three councils will be presented with a memorandum of understanding which, if approved, will put the agreement into effect. “I want to thank everybody for being a part of [discussions] and I think what we have here is a really good product and I’m excited to see what comes out of it,” Baron said.
Wellington North launches Digital Main Street Service Squad Township receives $10,000 grant to help businesses use digital tools KENILWORTH - Wellington North Township has announced it received a $10,000 grant from Digital Main Street (DMS) to fund a Digital Service Squad to help downtown small businesses improve their online capabilities. “We are excited by this opportunity to be able to assist main street small businesses,” said Wellington North’s economic development officer Dale Small in a Jan. 28 press release. “A vibrant downtown is key to a strong community and because of this grant we will be able to provide our businesses with the opportunity to
take advantage of trained specialists who can teach them how to use new technologies and provide tools and training in order to stay competitive in today’s digital world.” Wellington North received the grant from the province as part of the DMS program to establish a Digital Service Squad (DSS). The DDS will consist of trained specialists who will visit and assist businesses at no cost to help them set up Google Business and conduct a digital readiness assessment. “Our government is committed
to helping small businesses improve their competitiveness, create jobs and attract investment,” states Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. “Our investment in the Digital Main Street program will help ensure that Ontario is open for business and open for jobs.” Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece said, “Gaining the experience necessary to compete in the digital age is a key to success.” Digital Main Street is a joint program funded by the government of
Ontario and delivered by the Ontario BIA Association. “The Township of Wellington North is playing an important role in helping downtown small businesses in the municipality take advantage of Digital Main Street and digital technologies,” said Kay Matthews, executive director of the Ontario BIA Association. “Our small main street businesses are a critical contributor to Ontario’s economic, social and cultural health, and it’s vital that we work together to ensure their success. Digital Main Street will help the downtown busi-
nesses of Wellington North compete in an increasingly digital world.” Wellington North’s economic development office works in partnership with the Arthur and Mount Forest Chambers of Commerce and community BIAs with the joint mission “to promote and connect businesses, volunteers and the community to make Wellington North a vibrant and progressive place to live, work, visit and shop,” states the township press release. For more information about the program visit digitalmainstreet.ca.
New EarlyON Child and Family Centre opens in Drayton PATRICK RAFTIS REPORTER DRAYTON – “Children and youth are about one third of our population, but they’re 100 per cent of our future,” said Ron MacKinnon, executive director for the Community Resource
Centre of North and Centre Wellington at the opening of a new county-operated family centre in Drayton on Jan. 29. The County of Wellington hosted the grand opening ceremony for the new EarlyON Child and Family Centre, which officially opened its doors to
the public on Jan. 30. EarlyON Child and Family Centres in Wellington and Guelph are planned and managed by the county’s Children’s Early Years Division, with funding from the province. “Our goal is to have accessible, high-quality services available across
our service delivery area,” said Warden Kelly Linton in a press release announcing the opening. “The first EarlyON Centre opened in Wellington North in 2018. The county plans to have at least five EarlyON Centres in various locations across the county by 2021.”
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Public Service Announcements If you or someone in your family has a problem with gambling help is available. Gamblers Anonymous can provide help and hope. Call our 24 hour help line: 1-855-222-5542. « Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, Thursdays, 8pm, Mt. Forest United Church (rear entrance). 175 Queen St. E. We can help. « Mount Forest Al-Anon Group for families and friends of alcoholics, Wednesdays, 10am at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, side door. « Living with Loss, peer-led support group for adults (18+) grieving the death of a loved one. First Wednesday of every month, 7 to 9pm, Birmingham Retirement Community, Mount Forest. Free to attend. 519-603-0196 for more information. « Spiritual youth, family and marriage counseling every Tuesday, 10am to 3pm, Knox Presbyterian Church Palmerston. Scheduled appointments necessary. Nick Pavel, 519-343- 3201. « This weekly workbook-based group will help you to learn how to use self-compassion in your mental health or addiction journey. Every Friday at the CMHA office, 392 Main St. N, Suite 1, Mt. Forest, 1 to 2pm. No registration or fees required. « This weekly group allows you to connect with fellow travellers, give and gain support, and share strategies for coping and building hope on your walk with anxiety and depression. Every Friday at the CMHA Office, 392 Main St. N, Suite 1, Mt. Forest, 2 to 3pm.
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Fish Night at the Arthur Legion, 5 to 7pm. Two piece fish dinner $12. Take out available. « Dart Night every Friday night at the Mount Forest Legion Br 134. Register at 7:30pm. Teams picked and play at 8pm. $5 per player. Everyone welcome. More info, Call Dan 519-323-6123.
Saturday, Feb. 8 Arthur United Church will be hosting a Community Games Night starting at 6:30pm. Open to the entire community. Come, enjoy an evening of board games and family fun. Everyone welcome. For more information contact Janice Walsh, 519848-2022. « Valentine’s Bazaar at the Arthur Legion, 11:30am to 1pm. Country Jamboree 2 to 5pm. Dance to the band Thorn & Roses 9pm to 1am. Tickets $20.
Sunday, Feb. 9 Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Wellington Bowl for Kids’ Sake at the Mount Forest Bowling Centre, 350 Foster St. Feb. 9 - Arthur/Alma, Feb. 23 - Mount Forest, March 1 - Minto/ Mapleton. Get a team together, collect sponsors, bowl one game and have a chance to win donated prizes. Theme: Crazy Hair/Crazy Hat Day. Call 519-323-4273 for more info or to book your day/time.
Monday, Feb. 10 Mapleton Historical Society Fun and Games Night, 7pm, Drayton United Church. Bring your favourite game 519-669-9209.
Wednesday, Feb. 12 Euchre at the Harriston Legion Branch 296. Starts at 7:30pm. Light lunch provided. $5 per person. Bring a partner. For more information call 519-338-2843. « Hooks & Needles for adults at the Palmerston library. Drop in 2 to 3pm. Bring your own project and join others for an afternoon of knitting and crocheting. For more information call 519-3432142. « Weekly bingo every Wednesday at the Mount Forest Sport Complex Building. Doors open at 5pm and early bird games start at 6:45pm. Hosted by The Mount Forest Lion’s Club.
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Friday, Feb. 14 Dart Night every Friday night at the Mount Forest Legion Br. 134. Register at 7:30pm. Teams picked and play at 8pm. $5 per player. Everyone welcome. More info, call Dan 519-323-6123.
Saturday, Feb. 15 Jamming at the Drayton Legion, 2pm. Everyone welcome. « Prince Arthur #334 - masonic family breakfast at the Arthur Curling Club, 8 to 10am. Adults: $10, children under 12: $5. All are welcome. « Winter Rainbow Social at the Harriston library basement, 1 to 3pm. This is a non profit event put on by the Minto Pride Committee. Tea, treats, board games and crafts. All ages welcome. Come celebrate all love!
Sunday, Feb. 16 Jamboree at Harriston Legion Branch 296. Admission $5. Doors open at 12pm. Entertainment starts at 1pm. Supper $14. Served at 4:30pm. Musicians, singers, dancers and spectators welcome. For more information call 519-338-2843.
Monday, Feb. 17 Family Fun Day presented by the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation. 11am to 5pm at the Mount Forest and District Sports Complex. « 2nd Annual Darren’s Day, Palmerston Arena, 8am to 2pm. Many fun activities including Sno Pitch tournament (register), winter festival games, plunger toss, snow shoeing, snow fort building, games, food and more. Admission by donation. Visit website for more information.
Wednesday, Feb. 19 General Meeting at the Arthur Legion, 7pm. All members encouraged to attend. District Finance Advisor Committee member present. « Weekly bingo every Wednesday at the Mount Forest Sport Complex Building. Doors open at 5pm and early bird games start at 6:45pm. Hosted by The Mount Forest Lion’s Club.
Thursday, Feb. 20 Coffee hour at Grace Anglican Church, Arthur from 9:30 to 11am. Speaker: Deborah Whale - Women of Rural Wellington. Feature - Surprise, Music - Derek Moore. Come join us for a time of fellowship, coffee and goodies. « Kids cooking class at the Arthur Hub, 140 Edward Street Arthur from 4 to 6:30pm. Come learn how to cook a complete meal. Menu includes soup; main course and veg; salad; fresh bread; dessert. Register 519-848-5900.
Friday, Feb. 21 Wing Night at the Arthur Legion, 6-8pm. All You Can Eat, $15. No take out. « Dart Night every Friday night at the Mount Forest Legion Br 134. Register at 7:30pm. Teams picked and play at 8pm. $5 per player. Everyone welcome. More info, Call Dan 519-323-6123. « Euchre at the Drayton Legion, 7:30pm. $5 admission. Light lunch. Everyone welcome. « Just for Women, Just for Fun workshop on April 25 which includes a day of workshops, food, raffles, fun and more. Held in Mount Forest, 9am to 4pm. Pre-register now, early bird savings until Feb. 21. Registration closes April 10. For information call 519-323-4273 or visit our Big Brothers Big Sisters website.
Sunday, Feb. 23 Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Wellington Bowl for Kids’ Sake at the Mount Forest Bowling Centre, 350 Foster St. Feb. 23 Mount Forest, March 1 - Minto/Mapleton. Get a team together, collect sponsors, bowl one game and have a chance to win donated prizes. Theme: Crazy Hair/Crazy Hat Day. Call 519323-4273 for more info or to book your day/time.
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Meals on Wheels voluteers - Sharon Prieb was welcomed as president at the Clifford Community Meals on Wheels annual general meeting on Jan. 16 in Clifford. From left: front, Trish Palmer, Marion Agla, Helen-Braun-Kreller, Phyllis Kaufman, Sharon Prieb, Shirley Murray; back, Eleanore Gerber, Sheila Dickinson, Frank Dickinson, Isabel Senek, Patrick Mullan, Wes Gerber, Reinhard Lange, Ross Derbecker, Carol Lange, Alieda Murray, Lyle Murray. Photo by Bonnie Whitehead
CLIFFORD - President Alieda Murray welcomed 17 board members and drivers to the Clifford Community Meals on Wheels annual general meeting on Jan. 16 at Jamesway Manor here. Alieda Murray asked everyone to consider what programs and organizations would be lacking in the community if volunteers did not exist. Volunteers truly are the heart and soul of the community, she noted. Meal coordinator Ross Derbecker reported eight meals are being prepared by the staff at Gramma Jo’s Restaurant. Volunteer drivers deliver the meals at noon on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. In 2019, 875 meals were
Open forum looks at role township can play when it comes to mental health issues Helping people find assistance crucial to effort: Lennox MIKE ROBINSON REPORTER KENILWORTH - Wellington North council spent considerable time discussing the issue of mental health on Jan. 27. This month’s topic was “Mental Health… what role can we play in keeping our community members healthy?” Mayor Andy Lennox asked what residents could do to foster discussion and prevent tragedies like suicide. “It’s a difficult topic, but I thought it was good for us to have this conversation,” said Lennox, who added, “community members look to us as leaders.” Councillor Steve McCabe said he would find it difficult to believe anyone has not been touched by or struggled with the issue of mental health or suicide of a family member, friend or someone they know. “It is really incumbent upon us to take action,” said McCabe. “While we cannot fund programs, we can certainly create the exposure the issue needs and talk about it openly and hopefully remove some of the stigma surrounding mental
health.” He noted a recent presentation to council by a member of Here4Hope “was an eye opener for me.” McCabe said this is a community which rallies behind its people. He pointed to the efforts of Myrna Hutchison and Get In Touch For Hutch. He noted members of council and staff also participate in functions supporting mental health. “People should be able to call here and be able to find out where to call to get help.” Councillor Dan Yake agreed that Here4Hope offered a powerful presentation. “Every time we turn on the television, read a newspaper or view social media we hear about mental health issues and other tragedies,” said Yake. “I’m not really sure what our role is; if anything we, as a council should participate in local events such as Get In Touch For Hutch.” Yake said the event originated from a tragedy, but those involved have spent years getting the message out to the community. “We are part of this com-
munity and we need to support the people trying to make a difference.” McCabe said, “We all have to recognize the effect on our first responders as well.” Councillor Lisa Hern said she continues to struggle with how to get the support and information to the people who need it most. Hern agreed there are available programs, but many residents feel isolated, ranging from seniors to those working in farm environments. Lennox said, “I don’t think we have the solution. It is more about how we can support the people in the community.” He said more and more employers are taking time and offering training on how to talk to people and recognize signs of potential issues. Lennox said he would support both staff and council members getting the option of training. “Through my life I’ve been touched by the issues - both suicide and mental health,” said Lennox. He said those left behind ask themselves if they somehow missed the signs or could
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delivered with the fewest, 61, in October and the most meals, 83, in April. Restaurant Liaison Patrick Mullan reported that owners Jim and Jo-Anne Weltz are fine with the partnership and the current cost of the meal. A transportation service is available to help people get to their medical appointments for a pre-determined fee. Alieda Murray will be stepping down as president. She offered her heartiest appreciation to everyone who helped her through the years. “It is not a hard job as long as everyone helps,” she stated. Sharon Prieb was welcomed as the incoming president, Eleanore Gerber vice president, Phyllis Kaufman treasurer, Bonnie Whitehead secretary, Ross Derbecker meal co-ordinator and Patrick Mullan res-
taurant liaison. Lyle Murray is handing over the supply coordinator and volunteer driver coordinator positions to Sharon Prieb. Directors for 2020 will be Ross Derbecker, Sheila Dickinson, Eleanore Gerber, Wes Gerber, Carol Lange, Patrick Mullan, Alieda Murray, Sharon Prieb, Bonnie Whitehead. Directors through to 2021 are Marion Agla, Helen Braun-Kreller, Frank Dickinson, Karen Dowler, Lyle Murray, Shirley Murray and Trish Palmer. Alieda Murray offered appreciation to Shirley Murray and Marion Agla for preparing the room for the meeting. Anyone in need of the Clifford Meals on Wheels meal delivery or medical transportation services is urged to leave a message at 519-327-8899.
“The Haywards” Friday, February 14th • 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Drayton Reformed Church 74 Wellington Street S, Drayton Join Martina and Steve as they perform with their keyboard and fiddle, bringing you some of your old time favourites. This entertaining couple is sure to get your toes tapping. If the school buses in North Wellington are cancelled due to weather, so are our programs. People of all faiths welcome! Presentations are free and begin at 12:30 p.m. Come for lunch @ noon for just $12. Please register by calling 519-638-1000. Waterloo Wellington Local Health Integration Network
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Ministry of You Gotta Be Kidding Reports last week that Canada’s Minister for Middle Class Prosperity was unable to provide a definition of “middle class” read more like something initiated by the wits at The Beaverton than actual news stories. Asked in the House of Commons to provide the number and percentage of individuals she considers to belong to the middle class, minister Mona Fortier, newly-crowned champion of thosewho-are-getting-by-just-fine-thankyou responded, “The income required to attain a middle-class lifestyle can vary greatly based on Canadians’ specific situation.” Just to be clear, she added, “Canada has no official statistical measure of what constitutes the middle class.” So who does she represent? Hard to say, but the ministry’s mandate let-
ters apparently indicate Fortier is to work with finance officials to ensure the department has “the analytical and advisory capabilities that it needs to support and measure the impact of an economic agenda focused on growing the middle class and those people working hard to join it.” Tough to do perhaps, without any way to know whether that group has grown in size or whose quality of life is to be measured. Silly as it is, the episode does give one pause to wonder why a group that is, by definition, comfortable, needs the focus and attention of an entire ministry. Or why it’s even on the government’s radar. I mean, really, the whole idea of a middle “class” insinuates the existence of an “upper” and “lower” class and from what I can recall from
long-ago history classes, the feudal system has been largely discredited. Mostly of course, it’s the on-thenose title of the Ministry of Middle Class Prosperity that’s been generating chuckles. It’s a bit reminiscent of the Ministry of Bureaucratic Affairs from the old British television sitcom Yes Minister. Sounds okay until you think about it for a second. As faux pas go though, the media mockery of this middling ministry highlights the scale of scandal our federal government has been generating of late, which has been pretty minor. Other recent examples have involved the prime minister’s facial hair and his choice of donut shops. Come to think of it, maybe this minority government thing isn’t such a bad deal after all.
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The only bug you’ll want to catch this winter is Creativebug! Wellington County Library has a new online resource that is invaluable to any artist, crafter or Pinterest fan. If you’ve tried to find sewing patterns or craft printables, you’ll know that you are often linked to a page that requires you to make a purchase. With Creativebug, you can search for projects with patterns and tutorials, free of charge with your Wellington County Library card. Watch video tutorials and take classes on topics like ceramics, jewelry making, quilting, cake decorating, and more! For crafting in the library, check out one of our Cricut cutting machines available at each branch or the sewing machines visiting our Clifford Branch until the end of March and our Palmerston Branch beginning in
April. Bring your own materials and book some time to use these machines for any of your creative projects. We also welcome you to check out one of these crafty programs happening this month. HARRISTON BRANCH (519-338-2396) Paper Crafting: Valentine’s Gift Box (Adults) Saturday, Feb. 8, 10:30 am - 12pm Come and join us to make a special gift box in a card for Valentine’s Day. Sample on display in library. Space is limited. Please register. CLIFFORD BRANCH (519-327-8328) Introduction to Creativebug (Adults) Tuesday, Feb. 11,
2 - 3pm Join us to explore the world of crafting with Creativebug, an online resource offering video tutorials, a pattern library, inspiration boards, and even livestreamed classes. You’re more creative than you think! After the demonstration, we will craft something together. Please register. PALMERSTON BRANCH (519-343-2142) Craft and Create: String Art (Adults) Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2 - 3:30pm Join us this month in making a String Art Craft. Please register. DRAYTON BRANCH (519-638-3788) Introduction to Creativebug (Adults) Saturday, Feb. 22, 2 – 3pm SEE CREATIVEBUG » 6
86 years ago Palmerston Observer, 1934 Old-timers who drop into The Observer office from time to time hand out the information that the 1934 winter resembles that of 1899. One of these older gentlemen told The Observer on Feb. 5 that Friday, Feb. 2, which was bright and sunny, with a chilly atmosphere, was identical with the same day in 1899. That year he stated, there was good sleighing up until the middle of April. The annual Minstrel Show put on at the Library Hall each year by the Palmerston Male Quartette was very poorly attended on Wednesday and Thursday of last week. The decrease in attendance was due to the severe cold weather, the citizens preferring to remain at home by the fireplace than to brave the chilly winds that were raging outdoors. Other years large crowds gathered and applauded the wit and humor of the gentlemen, but this year it only attracted an audience of some 350 for both performances. The quartette are to be complimented on their generosity as free tickets were given to the unemployed of the town and their families. The Palmerston Orchestra assisted in entertaining the audience with snappy music, prior to the starting of the show and also at the intermission. 111 years ago, Arthur Enterprise, 1909 A meeting of the Board of the Mechanics’ Institute was held last Thursday evening, Jan. 28 in the reading room, President E.W. Brocklebank presiding. The general consensus seemed to favour obtaining a grant from the Carnegie Library fund for the erection of a building; especially, if the conditions of the grant would permit an auditorium capable of seating three or four hundred people. Nothing definite was done. Yesterday morning the town woke up to the fact that it had harboured undesirable guests during the night. It was found that three of the leading stores, R. Scott & Co’s, J. T. Skales Co’s, and V. Voisin’s, had been broken into. The method used was similar in each case. The front door was pried open with a chisel which was found with blood marks on it at R. Scott & Co’s. The thick glass in the door at Scott’s and Skale’s was also broken. At Scott’s there were also blood spots on the door and finger marks of blood had been left on some of the show cases. The burglars were evidently after money, but only got coppers or other small change for their pains, except at Skales where a case of a dozen gold watch chains were missing, and at Scott’s where the amount of change stolen was about $45.
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Haywards entertain at luncheon hosted by Centre for Excellence BONNIE WHITEHEAD CORRESPONDENT CLIFFORD - Seniors Centre for Excellence program coordinator Helen Edwards welcomed over 50 seniors to the lunch and learn program on Dec. 20 at the Knox United church in Clifford. Mary Cain read a Robbie Burns poem before lunch. The meal was prepared by Donna Gingrich and served with help from volunteer Faye
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Douglas. Steven and Martina Hayward of Priceville entertained with a number of familiar toe tapping and hand clapping favourites with plenty of chances to sing-along. Steve plays the fiddle and Martine plays the keyboard and sings. They added a little French Canadian influence and tossed in a bit of a bayou flair for a couple songs. Martina sang Mockingbird Hill and Steve played Listen to
CUPE members donate $100,000 to communities across wide region BARRIE Municipal workers in Bruce, Grey, and Wellington counties are celebrating 10 years of support for the communities where they work and live. Over the last decade, workers represented by Local 255 of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE 255), have donated over $100,000 to local charities and organizations that improve life for local residents. “Our members are so com-
mitted to their communities – not just through the services they deliver, but also by supporting the efforts of organizations that improve quality of life and advocate for equality and social justice,” said Casey Hillier, president of CUPE Local 255. Numerous causes supported “Each year, our members give roughly $10,000 to groups doing this work in the region. This year, our donations are focused on the South Grey
Bruce Literacy Program, Wes for Youth Online, the United Way Heating Program, and several local hospices. We are very proud to be able to contribute to our communities in this way.” CUPE Local 255 represents roughly 175 full-time and part-time workers at Bruce Telecom, Bruce County Highways, Municipality of Arran-Elderslie, the Township of Wellington North, and the Town of Hanover.
Creativebug spreading at local libraries » FROM PAGE 4 Join us to explore the world of crafting with Creativebug, an online resource offering video tutorials, a pattern library,
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The wall – Minto 81’s goalie Ben Nelson was perfect between the pipes on Sunday afternoon as the 81’s blanked the Lucknow Lancers by a score of 11-0 in Palmerston. The 81’s finished seventh in the WOAA Sr. AA standings and will face the Shelburne Muskies in the first round of the playoffs. Photos by Stacie Osborne-deBoer
Minto 81’s blank Lucknow 11-0 STACIE OSBORNE-DEBOER CORRESPONDENT PALMERSTON – On Feb. 2, the Minto 81s played their final game of the regular season against the Lucknow Lancers in Palmerston. Lucknow had played the Durham Thundercats the night before, winning by a score of 7-3. The Trains played an outstanding game, winning by a final score of 11-0. Top scorers of the game were Zach Graham with five points, Wade Pfeffer with four points, and Adam Kawalec with three points. Chris Hardie and Shayne Ross earned their first goals of the season in the game as well. Goalie Ben Nelson did an amazing job deflecting shots and keeping the puck from the
net throughout the game. The win earned the 81s two points and broke their tie with Durham, meaning the 81’s finished seventh in the WOAA Sr. “AA” league standings. A tale of two seasons In the first eight games of the season, the Minto 81’s couldn’t quite find their groove, winning only one game in that stretch, including an overtime loss, leaving them in 13th place by late November. The 81’s turned their season around and were full steam ahead starting with a win over Milverton on Nov. 29. After that win, there was no stopping the 81’s, as the team kept that momentum, winning 12 of the last 14 games. The 11-0 win over Lucknow is a great way for the 81’s to end the season, as they head SEE MINTO » 9
Patriots end regular season on high, break team record for total wins COMMUNITY NEWS STAFF MOUNT FOREST - It’s been a record-breaking regular season for the Mount Forest Patriots. With the team’s final regular season win against Mitchell on Feb. 2, the Patriots have broken their all-time team record with 33 wins, eight losses and one tie this season. Mount Forest 7 Goderich 0 The Mount Forest Patriots kept Goderich off the scoreboard on Jan. 28 as they earned a 7-0 win. Patriot Ryley Cribbin began a series of goals early in the first period on a power play, assisted by Troy Weber and Mason Kameka. Next Weber scored on another power play assisted by Cribbin and Parker Miller. In the second, Nathan Bolger, unassisted, earned the Patriots’ third goal of the game. Later, Riley Torrie, assisted by Blair Jenkins and Blair Butchart, worked to end the period 4-0. In the third period, Jenkins, assisted by Jack Birkett and Bolger, brought in yet another goal, followed by goals by Butchart, assisted by Derek Williams and Cribbin, and the final goal by Michael Anselmini, assisted by Parker Miller and Hayden Coulter. Kincardine 3 Mount Forest 0 On Jan. 31, the Patriots lost 3-0 to the Kincardine Bulldogs. Kincardine goals were scored in the first period by Tyler Sutter, assisted by Brady Stewart and Cameron Hoskins, and by Geoffry VandenBoorn, from Bryce McFadden and Jake Fair. In the second period Logan Freiburger scored, assisted by Mike Fiegehen and Logan Swanton. Neither team scored in the third period. Mount Forest 6 Mitchell 2 The Patriots came in with a 6-3 win over the Mitchell Hawks on Feb. 1. The Patriots scored the first four goals of the game. Less than two minutes into the game, Chet Philips scored on a powerplay, assisted by Cribbin and Colton Culbert. Next up Michael Stefanelli scored on a shorthanded, unassisted shot to the net. Cribbin, assisted by Coulter and Butchart, came in with the next goal.
The Patriots’ fourth goal was by Birkett on a powerplay, assisted by Stefanelli and Cribbin. In the second, Mitchell’s Jarett Bogdon, assisted by Jake Finlayson, brought the Hawks to the scoreboard 33 seconds in. Bogdon then added a powerplay goal, assisted by Jake Finlayson and Spencer Dowd. In the third period, Culbert, assisted by Blair Jenkins and Cribbin, put the Patriots up 5-2. Next Bolger scored on an empty net, assisted by Miller and Anselmini. Mount Forest 4 Mitchell 2 In a follow-up game against Mitchell on Feb. 2, the Patriots once more defeated the Hawks. Bolger scored first, assisted by Coulter and Sam Myles. Next up Birkett scored for the Patriots, assisted by Coulter and Culbert. Mitchell scored next with a goal by Josh Gottfried, assisted by Carter Lewis and Spencer Dowd. Mount Forest recaptured its lead in the second with another goal by Birkett, this time assisted by Jenkins and Williams. In the third, Mitchell’s Gottfried earned his second goal of the game, this time assisted by Ethan Hill and Carter Lewis. The game’s final goal was by Birkett, unassisted on an empty net. Record-breaking season The team ends the season first overall in the Pollock Division of the Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL), earning a first-round playoff bye. The first round features Wingham vs. Walkerton, Kincardine vs. Goderich and Hanover vs. Mitchell. Mount Forest will play the lowest seeded team after the first round. The second round starts on Feb. 17. The Patriots are looking for community support to cheer them on, team officials note. Notable The PJHL consists of 61 teams. The Mount Forest Patriots rank sixth (24.5%) in the province for powerplays and eighth (88.75%) in the province for penalty kills. Cribbin is not only “Player of the Month” for January, he is also a Patriots record breaker. Cribbin accumulated 86 points (39 goals and 47 assists) in 41 games this season, break-
Green wins at euchre On the board – Minto 81’s Shayne Ross (in white) scored his first goal of the WOAA Sr. AA season on Sunday afternoon.
ARTHUR – Seniors Euchre results from Jan. 28: first Agnes Green, second Eleanor Monaghan. Joe Riff had the most lone hands while Pat Salter took the low prize. Cribbage, Jan. 31: first Gayle
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Record breakers - With a win in their final game over the Mitchell Hawks, the 2019-20 Mount Forest Patriots have broken the team record for regular season wins. Submitted photo ing Butchart’s record of 79 points. To top it all off, Cribbin has the most points in the PJHL. Team organizers note the Patriots in fact have the top two point scorers in the province: Cribbin with 86 (1st overall) and Birkett with 77 (2nd overall). Asked, “What is the difference in this year’s team?’
Patriots GM Rob Nixon responded, “The depth of our team is the difference. “We have guys that have been asked to play many different roles and they respond by doing the job.” Team officials wished to thank their “valued sponsors for their continued support.” To view a full list of sponsors visit the Patriots website.
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Cornhole tourney - A lack of ice forced the cancellation of the Moorefield Optimist Club’s Tin Can Classic (tin can curling) but teams showed up to compete in a cornhole tournament instead. Teams took turns playing rounds with bean bags on the rink surface at the Moorefield Optimist Hall. LEFT: Marilyn Scott of Elmira was also on the team known as the Bored Bikers RIGHT: Ken Shoemaker, also of the “Bored Bikers” team, came from Wellesley to play in the tournament. Photos by Jaime Myslik
Memorial tournament - The 14th Annual Tyler Lopers Memorial Hockey Tournament took place at the PMD Arena in Drayton on Feb. 1. Lopers, who grew up in Drayton and had a love for sports, was diagnosed with cancer in March 2006 and lost his battle that December at age 17. Photo by Jaime Myslik
Minto 81’s to face Muskies in series » FROM PAGE 8 into the playoffs, which start next weekend against the number two seed, the Shelburne Muskies. The dates and times of
the games against Shelburne have not been finalized as of publication, however it is anticipated that there will be a home game either Saturday or Sunday.
The schedule, once finalized, will be posted at www. minto81s.com and on 81’s social media pages (Twitter - @81shockey, Facebook – Facebook.com/Minto81s).
By any means necessary – Minto Mad Dogs Novice Rep players Hudson Jennings (#13 in white) and Carson Van Soest (#14) look to block a pass from a Walkerton player by any means necessary during the second period of their game in Harriston on Feb. 2. Despite their best efforts, the Mad Dogs ended up on the wrong side of a 14-1 game. Photo by Mike Wilson
Drayton, Floradale advance to finals in Monday night hockey action FLORADALE 5 LISTOWEL 0 Floradale entered the game leading the best-of-three A Division semifinals 1-0. Gary Martin started things off for Floradale with a slapshot on the glove side for an unassisted goal. Floradale added two more late in the second. Ken Frey blasted a low slapshot from the point for a goal, and Ryan Weber took a wrist shot to the opposite corner for the goal, assisted by Ryan Martin and Gary Martin. Floradale added another pair of goals in the third to finish the game. Gary Martin scored on an empty net and Willis Martin scored in the low near side corner. Assists went to Conner Bauman and Corey
Wideman. Colin Horst turned away 17 shots in net for the shutout. Floradale advances to the best-of-five Nichols playoff finals. DRAYTON 5 COMMUNITY 3 Drayton scored two unanswered goals in the first to build an early lead. Jessie Hoekstra and Dave Mulder scored the goals. Eric Decker and Cam Mohle drew assists. Aaron Keunan added a goal for Drayton in the second by threading a shot inside the post.Brent Mulder and Cam Mohle assisted. Community was able to score three goals in the third but Drayton added a short-handed goal and a power play goal to ensure the win.
Kevin Gingrich, John Horst and Dustin Bults scored the Community goals, assisted by Ryco Martin, Tony Martin, Calvin Martin, and John Horst. Eric Decker slipped in a short-handed goal for Drayton, and Brandon Rumph added a power play goal. Assists were eanred by Darren Mohle and Brent Mulder. The win advances Drayton to the best-of-five Nichols playoff Finals. MISSIONARY 5 BETHEL 2 Missionary got off to an early start with an unassisted goal by Devin McGuire in the opening minute of the game. Missionary added a pair of goals late in the second. Pat Landman seized a loose puck during a scramble at the net
and flipped it over the net minder. Brady Claussen slipped the puck under the goalie’s pads seconds later for another goal. Claussen, McGuire, and Dylan Bults drew assists. Bethel rebounded in the third and scored two power play
Missionary added two empty net goals to put the game away. The empty netters were scored by Dylan Bults and Jamie Hoelscher, assisted by Landman. The win ties up the best-ofthree semi-final series 1-1.
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Reflections BY PASTOR DAVE TIESSEN BETHEL MENNONITE CHURCH (Elora)
‘I’m not a victim’ A number of years ago I experienced a terribly painful ending. I was very heavily involved with a community of people who I thought were dear friends and allies. Our association was of many years duration and for me very fulfilling. We shared the joys of life and helped each other through various crises and losses. As in any community of people there were issues and difficulties, but we seemed to be able to work at them. But then our community faced a significant transition issue and within a short time, some influential folks made it clear to me that my participation was no longer wanted nor valued. I protested but to no avail, and had no choice but to leave. This was and remains the most painful experience of my life. I felt that I had been the object of deeply hurtful behaviour and grave injustice. I felt betrayed by people who did not support my treatment, but who would not raise their voices in objection. Feelings of hurt and anger were overwhelming. In short, I felt like a victim. Fortunately I was able to work with a counsellor for a number of sessions. At first he coaxed the story out of me and appropriately expressed great empathy. I felt wonderfully cared for and supported in my victimhood narrative. This came to an abrupt halt the day he made a simple statement to end our session: “You have come a long way and done some really good work - good for you! I think you’re ready to face the question of why you volunteered for or at least tolerated the ill-treatment that hurt you so much.” I was livid! I thought he clearly understood I was the victim and the fault for that was with those folks who had been so hurtful to me. How
dare he insinuate that I needed to share the blame for the harm inflicted upon me? I am forever grateful for the skill and courage of that counsellor. He asked exactly the most helpful and healing question possible. He understood what I did not yet: that luxuriating in my victimhood felt so good but it was not doing me any good. It was stunting my ability to learn, grow and move forward from my painful experience. It kept me from recognizing and taking responsibility for my choices and behaviours. It was preventing me from figuring out how to take better care of myself to minimize the chances of being victimized again. In the sessions that followed the counsellor helped me recognize and come to grips with the reality that through faulty thinking and various dysfunctional behaviours I had actually “volunteered” for and tolerated inappropriate treatment - even contributed to very unhealthy patterns of community life in that group. It was incredibly difficult to do this “work”, but even more incredibly healing and freeing. The counsellor helped raise me out of the self-destructive pit of defining myself as a victim, to being able to say that I was not without fault and even though I was victimized by some hurtful treatment, it was toxic for me to define myself as a “victim”. In the years since, I have been able to use this experience and the example of my counsellor to try to help many people. We live in a culture that in the past several decades has been speaking more and more about “victims” - it’s actually a big part of the current “culture wars”. Some writers have talked about “victim culture,” which encourages people to define themselves as victims - of rac-
ism, economic exploitation, homophobia, transphobia, misogyny, etc. The point is people are encouraged to understand they are being oppressed and prevented from receiving their due, and that’s why their lives are less than ideal. Of course there is some truth to these claims. Most of us experience various kinds of hurtful even oppressive or dangerous treatment from other people and communities, and it is helpful to be aware of and able to name this. However, while it is healthy to be able to recognize one has been “victimized”, it is not healthy to allow that harmful treatment to define us as “victims”. Even people who have suffered great harm at the hands of others don’t heal well or thrive in their living if they remain helplessly focussed on the painful experiences of the past. This is not to suggest the common “forgive and forget” scenario. I haven’t forgotten what happened to me, but I have tried to take responsibility for my part in it, and to more and more “let go” of my hurt and my anger at the actions of others. None of this is easy, but it is the way to move beyond the hurtful past and make a future for oneself that maximizes one’s freedom from the limitations imposed by others. Jesus once asked a man “Do you want to be healed?” The man had all kinds of excuses as to why he hadn’t yet found healing, but he didn’t answer that he actually wanted to be healed. To take hold of healing is to stop being a victim blaming others and circumstances for our lack of it, and then to take responsibility to choose values, behaviours and circumstances that maximize our potential for the healing and wellbeing God desires for all of us.
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EarlyON centre opens in Mapleton » FROM PAGE 1 Wang for their parts making the new downtown Drayton location a reality. “There’s so many partners that are involved to make this happen,” said Anderson. The county states that EarlyON Child and Family Centres “offer a free welcoming place for all parents and caregivers with young children to spend time participating in high-quality children’s programs that support all areas of child development.” The centres provide “a place where parents and caregivers of children have access to information, workshops and links to other resources based on their individual needs. It is also a place for families, caregivers and children to connect with others and grow together,” the release continues. “We believe supporting families and caregivers with young children is critical,” said Artuso. “Doing so strengthens the most important relationships in a child’s life, and in turn, strengthens the child.” Davidson noted the new centre will replace an existing satellite facility in Drayton, but satellite facilities in Alma and Moorefield will continue to offer programming one day a week. “To have this site here six days a week to support families of our community, to have children come and play together, is just truly amazing,” said Davidson. “I know this facility is going to be quite full,” Davidson added, noting staff have had
many inquires about the new services. “I know the community has been talking about this for some time.” Senator Rob Black, a Wellington County native, was among those attending the opening. “I know this place was built on the principals of high quality service for the community - the fact that it’s accessible, the fact that there’s equitable access to the facility and the fact that it’s affordable - so that’s great,” said Black. “Children and families are such a significant part of Mapleton Township and of Wellington County … and so this centre will be an important addition to the community for sure.” Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece said the funding for the facility is part of an overall commitment to Early Years services by the province. In 2019 and 2020 the government is spending “over $2 billion in Early Years, in child care, and this includes $141 million dollars for EarlyON programs in the province of Ontario and that means almost $2 million to the County of Wellington for EarlyON Child and Family Centres,” the MPP stated. “So our government does see the importance of this and how it affects families in our community and I do believe that this is one of those things that will help families stay here.” Artuso said the facility will be a welcoming place for all local families. “This is a place where all
families belong, where they should feel welcome, and we deeply value every child, every family and every caregiver for who they are,” she stated. She said the services offered will be tailored to individual needs. “We have child development experts that are here, so if you have questions about your children’s development, we can actually do a formal assessment on your child,” said Artuso. “We can do resources and we can provide you with referrals if that’s what you see fit. If you need food on your table, if you need help with your rent and things like that, we are actually supporting the well-being of your families and we’re actually connecting children with developmental milestones in an atmosphere where they can grow.” She added, “Early years does matter. We all think that education starts when a child hits school. It doesn’t. The most important education and child development actually happens from birth to five.” The Mapleton EarlyON Child and Family Centre is located at 21 Wellington Street South in Drayton. It will be open a minimum of 30 hours over six days per week and will be operated by the Community Resource Centre of North and Centre Wellington. Existing EarlyON Child and Family mobile sites in Alma and Moorefield will continue to operate with no change in services. For more information visit: www.wellington.ca/earlyon.
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