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by Matthew Uhrig Press staff

Off the carts!

Members of the Kemptville Wolfpack gave it their all during the shopping cart races at the Joel Steele Community Centre Sat., June 9. The event was part of the fourth annual Seaway Valley

Crime Stoppers ball hockey tournament, which raised more than $9,000. See page 13 for more coverage.

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CORNWALL – It’s arguably one of the safest ridings for an Ontario PC candidate, and election night Thurs., June 7 continued the trend.

Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry MPP Jim McDonell is heading back to Queen’s Park, having easily defeated his competitors.

In all, the now three-time elected provincial politician garnered 26,780 votes in his favour, topping out at 61.51 per cent of the total votes, a 17,364 margin from his nearest competitor, the NDP’s Marc Benoit.

Despite the loss, it was a positive showing for Benoit, who netted 9,416 votes (21.63 per cent), and his party is now the official opposition in Ontario’s legislature.

Liberal support throughout the province cratered, and it was no different in this riding, as Heather Megill finished a distant third, taking just 5,386 votes. Hers is one of many Liberal losses throughout Ontario, as the party will send just seven members back to Queen’s Park, losing official party status.

The Green Party’s Elaine Kennedy was fourth, with 1,596 votes, and Libertarian contender Sabile Trimm was fifth with 360 votes.

For McDonell, the victor who gathered with family, friends, and other allies to watch results roll in at Cornwall’s Ramada Inn, the election win was welcome, but his party’s choice to lead the province forward was the real reward.

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ND councillor seat a popular choice MOUNTAIN – A little more than a month remains before the candidate cut-off date for this fall’s municipal election.

Already, the race for a councillor seat in the Township of North Dundas is proving to be a popular choice.

With three spots available, the latest entrant into that race is Mountain-area farmer Tyler Hoy.

He joins a field that include former Winchester merchant Gary Annable, South Mountain resident Frank Fata, and County Road 3 goat farmer Theresa Bergeron, who ran unsuccessfully for the municipality’s deputy-mayor seat four years ago.

These candidates are expected to be joined by Tim Wasylko, former executive chef at 24 Sussex and co-owner of Winchelsea Events, who told the Win-

chester Press earlier this year he’ll be running for a councillor seat, and current councillor John Thompson.

Incumbent Councillor Tony Fraser remains the lone mayoral candidate, while Councillor Al Armstrong is the only registered deputy-mayor candidate.

The candidate filing period closes Fri., July 27. Election day is set for Mon., Oct. 22.

Progress over process for Iroquois campground

by Tom Schoch Press staff

MORRISBURG – Erecting a new campground building in Iroquois, one to replace the existing outdated building and the crumbling Forward House, has proved to be more difficult than erecting a six-man tent in the dark during horse-fly season.

But deep from the wilderness has emerged a beacon of sorts to

shed light on the situation - albeit at the cost of due process.

When South Dundas council met Tues., June 5 they were faced with the task of starting from scratch once again on the proposed $350,000 building after council defeated a motion in May to award a contract to Engineering For Industry’s (EFI) to oversee the design and build of a new structure to the tune of $57,170.

Led by Deputy-Mayor Jim Locke, council believed the cost of retaining EFI was too high, leaving the municipality with less than $300,000 to construct a multi-purpose building.

Director of recreation and facilities Ben Macpherson met with stakeholders Tues., May 29 and provided council with a report detailing the desired services the seasonal building would contain, in-

cluding accessible washrooms that are open to the public, a covered patio, storage space for lawn bowling and the airport, an office for the campground attendant that will also hold tourism information for visitors to the area, a full-service kitchen and windows with a view.

Mentioned in the report was that local entrepreneur John Ross, who was in the audience at the council session, had offered to provide draft

design sketches of the building that could be forwarded to the architect for engineered design.

Macpherson notified council that he had received an email late the previous evening and that, “two of the stakeholder groups had apparently met over the past week and are looking at a different location than what was agreed upon last week.”

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“What a win! What a great night,” he said. “We finally got the majority government that I think this province needs.

Now, it’s going to be a tough job, but we’re going to get in there and make the changes necessary to bring this province back. We’ve been talking for a long time for the need for change, and I think that’s what this election was all about.”

When meeting with local media, McDonell said his party will be eager to get Ontario “humming along again,” and attracting business back to a province that is becoming a popular place to leave.

“I used to hear members say ‘what happened to when businesses used to come to Ontario?’ It’ll be tough, but our effort is to make that hap-

Stormont, Dundas, and South Glengarry MPP Jim McDonell is heading back to Queen’s Park following a decision election victory Thurs., June 7.

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pen again,” he said.

McDonnell is heading back to Queen’s Park with a wealth of PC colleagues, especially in Eastern Ontario where Steve Clark was re-

elected in Leeds-Grenville, Goldie Ghamari won in the new Carleton riding, and Amanda Simard handily beat back the competition in Glengarry-Prescott-Russell.

The party also forms government with a new leader in former Toronto city councillor Doug Ford, who won the top job after the oust of Patrick Brown and was elected in the Etobicoke North riding.

Ford, no doubt, has a colourful past, with countless accusations of bully tactics and a criminal history, but McDonell said it’s important to truly get to know him.

“There is certainly a lot of people talking about him, but even when we met, in caucus, he wasn’t the person they were portraying,” he said. “When people get a chance to see him without the pressure of an election going and people putting words in

Campground After this declaration it quickly became apparent that this was not the only meeting that had been held unbeknownst to municipal staff and some members of council.

Locke declared that he and Ross had met for nearly an hour earlier that day to discuss in depth details and drawings concerning the new proposed building. The end result was a proposal for council.

“I must say I’m impressed with the details of this plan that he has put together. It’s all come about because of meeting with the stakeholders and listening to them,” said Locke.

“John has a proposal for us.

He will draft detailed drawings, engage a drafting firm, prepare plans meeting all municipal requirements ready for tender. He will work with staff in awarding the tender and supervise the project. The cost of all of that will be $1.”

As it turns out, Mayor Evonne Delegarde was also privy to a one-on-one meeting with Ross and she was equally impressed.

“John’s proposal is kind of where I think we have to have further discussion. Council did not wish to pursue the heavy cost of hiring an engineer from last meeting so this is an alternative and is being presented to council to discuss and to, um, and to decide on a formal basis,” she said.

Not to be outdone, Councillor Bill Ewing admitted that Ross had paid him a visit at his residence the previous night to gain insight into the services at the proposed site.

“I brought to his attention where the hydro water and sewer was and where it could fall in the building. The layout he has proposed, personally, I think it’s a great spot for it. Just where it all goes is up to council,” he said.

It was at this point, as Ewing was describing his early morning visit to the potential site, that forlorn councillor Marc St. Pierre raised his hand.

“Can I interrupt here? We have not been part of any discussions so we’re getting into the details, but is there a sketch or something that can be passed along? I don’t mean to offend anybody, but Councilor Mellan and I are sitting in the dark,” said St. Pierre.

After a brief word from clerk Brenda Brunt, Delegarde attempted to steer the discussion back onto the initial report

his mouth, I think they’ll get a different impression, and everybody will be very impressed with the direction he takes. He’s very common sense and laid back. He’s not the person I’ve been listening to the other leaders talking about… Some of those things, even I rolled my eyes. He’s very professional, and very successful in the company he runs – the people where he is from love him.”

So, what’s next locally?

What becomes of the Nation Rise Wind Farm, a project long-condemned by area residents. “[Ford] has committed to opening up any contract…

But final approval came a week before the election,” McDonell said. “I find that disingenuous [of Liberals]… That close to an election, you think you’d leave those decisions [to the next government].”

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tabled by Macpherson.

“Okay, let’s first deal with this. What kind of amenities - that’s basically what the resolution is - what amenities would you want in the campground element and then we could move further,” said Delegarde.

To which St. Pierre replied, “but isn’t it part and parcel with what Mr. Ross has already created in some sketches?”

In the interest of including the rest of council and municipal staff on the current discussion and despite warnings from Brunt that she was breaking council procedure, Delegarde asked Ross to step forward and briefly explain his plan.

“John if I could have you maybe just, kind of quickly, maybe five minutes, um, just to kind of overview so that we could bring councillor Mellan and St. Pierre up to speed,” she said.

Conveniently, Ross had six copies of his proposed plan and a polished pitch at the ready.

“I should say first this is not a casual sketch. This is a fully engineered solution,” said Ross. “I have done five passes on this. This is a really satisfactory pass. This is not an amateur process. I used an architectural program. In fact, I can walk through this building on my computer. Same program I used to totally redesign my house.”

Ross provided a room-byroom description detailing the reasons behind the layout, locations and functionality of each.

It was clear that Ross had done extensive work in consulting interested parties, customizing the layout, and researching building codes and requirements. What wasn’t clear was the overall cost of the proposed design or the exact location of the new building.

“The expense is the washrooms and all the other facilities. Don’t be concerned about the size of the building. That’s one of the things that when I started estimating costs I found it’s not worth discussing. If you can get a multi-purpose room, that’s great. I think this will give you a terrific building that is superior to anything. It covers all the needs for many years,” said Ross.

The local retired entrepreneur had the attention of council and used the opportunity

to present a difficult to ignore proposal.

“I will handle all of the things the consultant did or is to do, right through to all of the consultation repeatedly with the stakeholders to make sure nothing is missed and everyone is brought up to date. Also, that all of the drawings are prepared to suitable standard to be able to send them out for bids meaning, municipal standards.

And I will provide supervision of the construction on site,” he said. “If we have a contract to do this, I want $5.60, and I mean it. Because I want that money to go into making the building better, I want it into going into replacing the lighting for the lawn bowling, giving them a new service building, giving them a place to sit and we can cover it.”

The question of the total cost was again presented clearly to Ross by St. Pierre.

“We believe we can build this building for less than [$350,000] Mr. Ross?” he asked.

To which Ross replied, “remember you’ve also got $56,000 to improve the situation. Also I’ve looked at the possible schedule and if we begin within a two-week period from now you can have your building this year in my opinion. If it is delayed beyond that it starts to get more difficult.”

Ross continued and urged expediency.

“You know my reputation. I get things done. You saw what happened to the beach. You had it two years probably before it would have occurred. You had environmental approval in four weeks instead of a year. I know how to do things,” he said.

Mellan questioned whether this design would be enough to

proceed on a build.

“So there would be engineering specs, roof trusses and everything would be included in Mr. Ross’ proposal is that right?” asked Mellan.

“Complete. I will hire on my own money an appropriate architectural firm to give you drawings to the highest standard,” replied Ross.

With the report tabled by Macpherson effectively ignored and while this new design presented did not appear on the agenda nor were any sketches provided to the press despite being presented in a public forum, Delegarde offered council the opportunity to give direction while cautioning that there were still many variables to consider.

“Staff has not had an opportunity to look at this plan.

We’ve only heard snippets of it and two members of council have seen it and two haven’t.

I think in all fairness we probably need a little bit of time to review this. We need Ben to look at this and review it and ask for his input into what he thinks of all of this,” she said.

“It sounds like many of the options that we’ve described in our report this evening have been encompassed in this plan and of course the location has come up for re-consideration.

So I’m thinking it’s probably in our best interest to defer it.”

While some of the councillors were ready to cast a vote on the Ross plan, prudence won the day and council voted to defer the decision, while being adamant they intend to be shovel ready on a proposed plan by October.

Macpherson’s report has essentially been rendered irrelevant.

POLICE BLOTTER Multiple weapons seized MONKLAND – A 26-year-old North Stormont man was arrested Fri., June 8 following a reported shooting at a Monkland home.

Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry (SD&G) OPP officers arrived the Roxborough Gardens Road home with backup from the area’s Crime Unit and the Emergency Response Team.

A search warrant allowed access to the residence, which resulted in the seizure of multiple firearms, both long guns and sidearm’s.

The investigation revealed that the accused had discharged a firearm inside the home. No one was injured.

Julian Villeneuve faces charges of careless use of a firearm (two counts), and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose (three counts).

He was held in custody ahead of a bail court hearing.

Second person charged CHESTERVILLE – Another area resident is a facing numerous charges following the raid of a County Road 7 property late last month.

SD&G OPP announced Tues., June 5 that Brittany Tessier, 31, was taken into custody.

The police activity Tues., May 29 turned up a quantity of marijuana, marijuana plants and clone plants, and methamphetamine.

Also seized were multiple stolen firearms, including a sawed off shotgun, ammunition, and a Yamaha all-terrain vehicle.

Tessier faces charges of possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking (five counts), production of a control substance, nine counts of possession of a property obtained by crime (less than $5,000), four counts of unauthorized possession of weapon, and five counts of careless storage of a firearm.

Previously arrested in relation to this incident was Brandon Elliot, 29, whom Tessier lists as her boyfriend on her Facebook account. Elliot faces a total of 31 charges.

Tessier, who was arrested in 2015 following a failed robbery attempt at South Mountain’s Scotiabank branch, is to appear in Morrisburg court Tues., July 3.

Stolen property recovered INKERMAN – A 48-year-old South Stormont man faces charges following the raid of a McIntosh Road property.

Police discovered a stolen Bobcat and trailer, previously reported missing in Ottawa.

Donald Helder was arrested and charged with possession of property obtained by crime (more than $5,000), and possession of property obtained by crime (less than $5,000).

He is to appear in Morrisburg court July 3.

Details published in the police blotter are provided by the OPP. The Winchester Press typically publishes information about alleged crimes occurring in and around Dundas County, as well as other information of interest to our readership. All suspects are considered innocent in the eyes of the law unless proven otherwise in court.

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A&T celebrating 50 years

by Kory Glover Press staff

VERNON – Amon Sheldrick wanted to be in business for himself – so he, along with his son Ted, purchased what is known as A&T Service General Repairs 50 years ago.

In recognition of the milestone, Ted and his wife, Lorena, held a celebration with the community and close friends Sat., June 9 to mark their longevity within Vernon.

“To be honest, I didn’t even know that we were on our 50th anniversary,” said Ted jokingly. “My daughter calls me up the other day all excited and tells me that we’re about to hit a big milestone for the business and that we should do something to celebrate, so here we are.”

Ted says that he and his father purchased the business because Amon wanted to be his own boss.

“We bought the place when he was 50, I was 25 years old, and now here I am, 75-years-old,” said Ted. “[My dad] wanted to work for himself, no one else but himself.”

Ted took over the business when Amon retired in 1983 at the age of 65, which should have been surprising to no one because he constantly told everyone that was his plan.

“I thought that he was sick or something, so I called him up and asked him, ‘Hey, are you coming in or what?’,” said Ted. “He just replied, ‘No. I told you that this was my plan’ and that’s when I took over the business. We all thought he was joking all this time, but apparently not.”

In that time, Ted has achieved a happy life of 54 years of marriage, welcoming two children and serving several loyal customers.

“I just want to thank everyone who came out and my daughter for putting this whole thing together,” said Ted. “It’s been a great time here in the community.”

Ted Sheldrick (right), with his wife of 54 years Lorena, celebrated 50 years in business in Vernon. Ted bought the business with his father, Amon, which is where they came up with their name, A&T Service General Repairs.

MacEwen pitches major overhaul CHESTERVILLE – This village’s MacEwen gas station and convenience store is set for a major overhaul.

Peter MacEwen, the company’s chief operating officer, unveiled the details last week.

The proposal will see the demolition of two houses neighbouring the site in Chesterville’s core, and an expansion west along Queen Street.

All of this is subject to approved rezoning by the Township of North Dundas.

“We are very excited about our plans to expand in Chesterville, and make the layout of our site safer and more user-friendly,” MacEwen said. “We explored many options; our chosen plan makes a significant investment, showing our desire to have a strong presence in the village for years to come.”

In order to see through the expansion, the company purchased the adjacent homes.

The work will see the homes levelled, as well as the current store and the gas pumps.

A new 3,000-square-foot facility will be erected, complete with three pumps and 12 parking spaces.

The company’s investment is estimated at $1.7 million.

Expansion will be tied into another major project, as the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry are set to reconstruct Queen Street this summer.

The MacEwen gas station and convenience store is set for a major overhaul.

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As part of that work, the street will be moved slightly north at its intersection with Main Street. The realignment will provide better on-site parking and access to the MacEwen’s property.

“We are very grateful to be working with MacEwen’s, and thankful for their investment in Chesterville. They are an exceptional local business, and this is a great example of working together with a developer to achieve a positive outcome,” North

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Krowned best in Canada

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WINCHESTER – For the owners of the village’s Krown facility, customer satisfaction is the key ingredient among all business decisions made.

No doubt that’s the case among countless operations, but the County Road 31 shop now has some hardware to backup the claims made.

During a recent dealers convention, Winchester’s Krown location was honoured for its extraordinary level of customer satisfaction, having achieved the highest level among the more than 250 locations in Canada.

The return rate of previous customers was 93 per cent, and there were no customer complaints recorded

throughout the entirety of 2017.

“It’s been an extraordinary turnaround at this shop,” Danny Allan, who along with his brother, Clifford, owns the Winchester location, as well as shops in Smiths Falls and Perth, said.

The brothers took control of the village location three years ago, overhauling the space and working to increase its customer network.

Whatever the effort, it looks to be paying off.

“This really is a good community… The people here are genuine, and they work hard for their money,” Allan said. “We don’t want to take that for granted.”

Rob Mathieson, who manages Winchester’s location, was equally enthused about the award win, which

SD&SG Service Award nominations are open CORNWALL – Coming off of what was called an “overwhelmingly positive” Canada 150 Service Award initiative, Stormont, Dundas, and South Glengarry MP Guy Lauzon is bringing the honour back.

Becoming a full-time staple, despite the country’s sesquicentenDeadline for nial having passed, the award will nominations seek to acknowledge those in the Fri., June 15 riding who have made outstanding contributions to their community.

Nominations for this award are open to deserving individuals, including educators, artists, athletes, scientists, coaches, entrepreneurs, emergency responders, community volunteers, activity organizers, and other so-called “every day heroes.”

The deadline for nominations is Fri., June 15 at 5 pm, and selections will be made by Fri., June 22.

Recipients are to be honoured at Canada Day celebrations throughout the region.

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he wasn’t expecting.

“I was really surprised by it,” he said. “But, it just shows that if you do a decent job, things will work out.”

The rust proofing company was founded in 1986, and now boasts dealers throughout Canada and the U.S., as well as Europe and Asia.

It’s this fact that makes the Winchester sites win all the more impressive.

“In an era of challenging marketing conditions where achieving an extraordinary level of customer satisfaction is very difficult, Winchester Krown achieved the highest level of customer satisfaction,” Freeman Young, president of Canadian Krown Dealers Inc., said. “What a testament to all the staff and owners.”

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MORRISBURG – Council awarded DeSaulniers Construction the contract for construction of the new Irena Road garage in the amount of $287,000 plus HST and also approved Atel Air to complete the electrical works in the amount of $36,000 plus HST by a narrow 3-2 vote.

A total of $398,000 has been allocated for this project through the sale of assets reserve fund in the 2018 budget.

Councillor Bill Ewing was steadfast in his stance on the project.

“My only real comment is that I wasn’t in favour of it at budget time, so I’m not really in favour of it tonight,” he said.

When the municipality moved out of the Iroquois Garage, the resulting shuffle of personnel and equipment created an overload at the Matilda Garage. The new 4,000-square-foot storage building is proposed to the east of the existing Matilda shop, where a storage shed now stands, and would consist of a fabric type structure framed with pre-engineered galvanized steel frames.

Deputy-Mayor Jim Locke questioned why the $36,000 electrical job wasn’t put out to tender.

“I’m just surprised we didn’t tender the electrical with that amount of money rather than going through the recurring [services],” he said.

CAO Shannon Geraghty answered his concern by saying that, “we looked at it as some possible savings of going through the electrical recurring services because we have a fixed set amount whereas if you were going through the tendering process you’d be paying the sub-contractors pricing. So the engineers recommended that we look at doing it that way.”

Mayor Evonne Delegarde asked for a recorded vote with Ewing and Councillor Marc St. Pierre voting against the proposed project.

The total cost of the project net of HST is expected to be $363,043.43.

For director of transportation Jeff Hyndman, six out of seven ain’t bad.

Council approved the purchase of six salt/granular controllers Tues., June 4 from Champion Industrial Equipment for a total of $64,455.90. The new system will allow the municipality to track the amount of product that is used each season.

The original budget amount of $70,000 was estimated to cover all seven controllers, but in order to remain within budget, only six controllers were purchased this season. Staff will budget for the additional controller in 2019.

County roads transfer The transfer of County Road 1 (Carman Road) and County Road 4 (Lakeshore Drive) to municipal hands is almost complete.

United Counties of SD&G director of transportation and planning services Benjamin de Haan was present at June 4’s meeting and assured council that if there were any outstanding issues, that county staff would be only a phone call away.

“We’re there to work with your staff to be able to resolve anything outstanding,” he said.

Several culverts along County Road 4, including Flagg Creek, Mariatown Culvert and Casselman Creek Culvert, were points of concern for the municipality with recommendations for significant infrastructure investment within the next 10 years. In 2017, the counties completed rehabilitation work to County Road 1, south of County Road 2 which included asphalt recycling and finishing, ditch filling, culvert replacement, guiderail adjustments and shoulder reconstruction north of the causeway.

The agreement will now be brought to county council Mon., June 18 for final approval.

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OF THE

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The St. Lawrence Seaway is a major transportation corridor, energy generator and tourist attraction that has a rich history as tumultuous as the rapids that once made it one of the most dangerous passageways in the new world.

In a three-part series, the Winchester Press will explore the birth, construction and aftermath of a project that has left an indelible mark on our villages, our nation and our neighbours.

PART 1: The evolution of an idea

by Tom Schoch Press staff

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uly 1, 1958 was a day filled with a range of emotions as wide as the waterway the evoked them, but whatever the feeling, one thing was clear, with the breech of the coffer dam, the landscape would be forever changed.

Man’s quest to control, conquer or otherwise divert water shapes a large part of our modern history and, consequently, our advancements as a civilization. The St. Lawrence River has long been a source of food, travel, commerce and leisure, but with changing needs of the surrounding population, so too the river has evolved.

There can be arguments made on whether that change has been good or bad but we’ll leave that to historians and the ultimate judge, the annals of time.

What is plainly clear is that our communities, our history and the way of life so many Canadians enjoy today, has been directly affected by this mighty waterway.

It played a crucial role in the settlement of Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry.

When Chesterville was not yet a thought, nor even called by its original name of Armstrong Mills, the St. Lawrence played a key role in the village’s history.

The Merkley brothers were set to build a mill and settle a village on the picturesque shores of the Nation River. Lacking supplies and a barrel of whiskey for the bee they had planned after the erection of the mill, the brothers set out with their canoe and crossed the St. Lawrence to Waddington. On their return trip, their canoe upset, the brothers drowned

and the village of Armstrong Mills would have to wait for another pioneer, Thomas Armstrong, to come along and finish the job they had started. So strong is the influence of the river that villages beyond sight of its shores owe much of their story to its temperament.

Many settlers, names that are still commonplace here today, travelled this waterway with nothing more than hope, a few tools, seeds and a dream of a better future to drive them forward.

The St. Lawrence River has always been a challenge to navigate. The river proper runs approximately 1,197 kilometres long from Lake Ontario past Québec City into the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

Early on it was recognized as a key shipping and military route.

In 1680, a 1.5-metre deep canal to bypass the Lachine Rapids between Lake St. Louis and Montreal was begun but wasn’t completed until 1824. The Royal Army Engineers completed work on four small canals, they were only 2.5 feet deep, on the north shore of the St. Lawrence at Montreal to connect Lake St. Louis to Lake St. Francis in 1783 - the first ever built on the St. Lawrence, and possibly in North America.

When the first Welland Canal was completed in 1833 it ushered in a new age of commerce and transport, but it wasn’t until the early 1900s that the first joint U.S.-Canadian Deep Waterways Commission was formed to study the feasibility of a Seaway.

But, it remained a dream.

Just before the Second World War, the fourth Welland Canal was completed and became the first step in the completion of the modern Seaway.

Taking a look through history books does much to answer questions about construction, motivations and economic benefits for such a project, but it does little to truly measure the real driver of the forthcoming project - the human need to conquer nature.

Many historians maintain that if a project of this type and magnitude were presented today, it could never happen.

When faced with the tidal wave of variables that needed to fall into place, including cross-border agreements, expropriation of land, construction costs, village reconstruction and the loss of historically significant buildings and sites, it’s hard to argue against that position. However, if history has taught us anything it’s that when the human mind wants what the human mind wants, little can stand in the way of it achieving its goal.

One needs to look no further than the construction of the Three Gorges Dam in China.

The $59-billion Yangtze River project created the world’s largest dam at a mile-and-a-half long and about 60 stories high. Three Gorges displaced about 1.5 million people and submerged hundreds of miles of farmland. While its electrical generation capacity is more than eight times greater than the Hoover Dam, it still only accounts for three per cent of China’s 2016 energy needs.

Libya has been working on the “Great Man-Made River” (GMR) project since 1985 and when completed in 2030, it will irrigate more than 350,000 acres of arable land. It is the largest irrigation project in the world.

As a whole, humans are susceptible to big ideas and more often than not our imaginations run wild with possibilities despite the lives,

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businesses, homes, culture and history it may obliterate. It is innately human to destroy in order to create.

As the Second World War came to a close and the world began to recover, the appetite for peace and prosperity was at an all-time high. The world had seen great horrors and an entire generation was determined to leave their mark in another way.

The conversation about the St. Lawrence Seaway had swirled for decades, but no serious headway had ever been achieved. In a Winchester Press editorial dated June 3, 1948 it seemed that the project was suddenly close to becoming a reality.

“With startling suddenness the possibilities of the Long Sault hydro-electric development came back into the news spotlight on the weekend with announcement

by Governor Dewey of New York and Premier Drew of Ontario. The mass of Canadians and Americans in this section had presumed the 30-year-old plan had been shelved for good following its rough treatment by the U.S. Senate in March.”

Although the new plan was initially a hydro-electric project divorced from the Seaway, it did much to pique public interest in a deeper waterway on the St. Lawrence River. Increased trade pressures eventually led to a joint Canadian-U.S. Deep Waterways Commission to again study the feasibility of what will eventually become the St. Lawrence Seaway.

By 1951, the St. Lawrence Seaway Authority Act and the International Rapids Power Development Act allowed Canadians to begin navigation works on the Canadian side of the river from Montreal to

Lake Ontario, the L k O t i as well ll as iin th Welland Canal. At the same time, a joint U.S.-Canadian project began power works in the International Rapids section of the St. Lawrence.

It was a short three years later in 1954 that the St. Lawrence Seaway Authority was established by an act of parliament with the mandate to acquire lands to construct, operate and maintain a deep draft waterway between the port of Montreal and Lake Erie.

A plan that had sputtered for decades was suddenly becoming a reality. A landscape that had existed for generations was about to be altered beyond recognition.

How could this be so?

How could a project spanning thousands of miles, involving multiple nations, numerous treaties, thousands of acres of farmland and affecting innumerable lives become a reality so quickly?

People always heard rumours of a plan, but the questions always outweighed the certainties. Was it possible to tame the boiling rapids?

Would people simply move off the land they had inherited from their forefathers, the ear-

liestt settlers off th the counties? li ttl ti ?

Who would pay for this massive project? One can only imagine the conversations that occurred in diners, barbershops and taverns along the St. Lawrence and beyond.

One can read volumes of historical data and never really find the true turning point in a project that has reshaped a landscape and a country.

But what is possible to surmise from the waves of pictures, dates, names and other data is that the Seaway project was the result of a generation dreaming big.

Did it have negative ramification on the population?

Of course it did. Would the population and land be better off had it never happened?

Maybe. Did some people benefit from the construction? Absolutely.

What was once seen as an impassable waterway and an impossible project had become a reality.

A day may come when the Seaway is no longer necessary and the shores recede to the levels once known only a few decades ago, but it will always stand as a testament to human spirit and perseverance.

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Keep your hat on Scribbling down notes on a pad of paper, I heard a tiny whisper in my ear.

“Could you please take your hat off?”

The voice belonged to Brenda Brunt, clerk for the Municipality of South Dundas. It was during a council session and I had forgotten to remove my hat. I was startled at first, and even slightly annoyed, but no problem, I thought. Rules are rules.

It was a short time later that I watched this edition of council wade into the muddy waters of the design of a new campground building for Iroquois.

The item was on the agenda and I assumed it would be fairly straightforward as director of recreation and facilities Ben Macpherson was to present a report on what should be included in the design of the new building.

However, that would not be the case.

It turns out that Deputy-Mayor Jim Locke, Councillor Bill Ewing and captain of the good pirate ship South Dundas, Mayor Evonne Delegarde, had engaged in private, one-on-one conversations with John Ross. The local entrepreneur had taken it upon himself to not only hold court with interested stakeholders, but also invest

hours of time laying out a comprehensive design of a potential building.

I’m hardly in a position to criticize Mr. Ross’ ability as an engineer as my building expertise begins and ends with Lego construction; however, for council to not only recognize Ross’ design, but to allow him to present it to council at length in a public forum without disclosing the design circumvents due process and procedures outlined for council. Not to mention that councillors Marc St. Pierre and Archie Mellan were left floundering in the dark.

Hardly what one would consider a transparent or well thought out plan with taxpayer dollars on the line.

At the end of the day, Ross’ design had the attention of council for potential future debate and Macpherson’s report was completely ignored.

Sure, it’s progress, but at what cost?

Now some people would say, “what’s the big deal as long as it gets done?”

To that I would say, council, and especially the mayor, should hold process in as high a regard as progress.

It is imperative that the people have confidence in leadership to not only do what is right, but to do it the right way.

1928

A gang of garage thieves had made local shops in Winchester their latest target. The organized unit had hit garages in Perth, Smiths Falls, Renfrew and other towns before setting their sights on Winchester. “The wonder is that young men will take such a risk for so little. They are bound to be caught in the end,” stated this week’s edition of the Press.

1938

Thanks to the quick thinking of Mrs. Lloyd Harper and Mr. Lawrence LeClaire, seven-year-old Tommy Magee was saved from drowning in the Nation River in Chesterville.

Magee, who was unable to swim, had waded into the river to retrieve a raft when he hit a deep spot. LeClaire sprinted 100 yards on the river bank after hearing the cries of Harper and plunged into the river, clothes and all, to rescue the boy.

When the Morewood baseball team failed to show up for a scheduled game at the fairgrounds, Frank Hogaboam selected nine players from among the fans and challenged John “Nute” Salter’s Winchester baseball squad. The “Hot Shots,” the name given to the challengers, kept the game close although the final score couldn’t be determined. It was suspected that Edgar Summers took the scoreboard home as a souvenir. John Newton Salter was a local baseball enthusiast attempting to revive the game in the Winchester area.

1948

The 100 Club Sports Committee had completed plans for the Race Meet and Sports Day to be held July 7 in the village. Four stake races for purses of $200 would be held along with a softball tournament featuring area teams. A street dance was scheduled for later in the day with Russ Hay’s orchestra providing the music.

1958

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Early estimates put the crowd at 100,000 to see the flooding of the head pond for the St. Lawrence Power development. This presented a problem for authorities with the only suitable viewing place for spectators on Cornwall m dyke. The A-1 cofferdam n was scheduled to be blown up July 1 approximately two-m and-a-half miles upstream from the powerhouse.

1968

1968

Some 1,040,000 pounds of milk poured into Ault Milk ilk Products in Winchester to set an all-time me record. According to a company spokesman, the figure re was double the amount taken in at any other plant in the province. e.

With the plant running at almost st full capacity, further future exxpansion was being considered.

1958

Iroquois point was once a summer haven, but construction of a new control dam upstream had rendered the scene unrecognizable.

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But then again, maybe Delegarde is taking a cue from the current political climate.

With the election of Doug Ford as premier, it seems that people have less patience for the bureaucratic games that are synonymous with the political arena or rules. Ford unleashed a barrage of promises with little in the way of explanation on how any of his objectives would be achieved. But hey, who doesn’t want $1 beer, right?

There is no arguing that there is little to no patience to the double-speak that has long plagued political leaders. Trudeau’s latest pipeline purchase while almost simultaneously preaching climate change responsibility is not only idiotic, it borders on farce usually reserved for the scripts of Monty Python. People are sick of it and they would rather pull the pin on the pineapple, chuck it into the political machine, hit the deck and allow a future generation to pick up the pieces.

We’ve reached a cynicism that is dangerous and leads us to elect leaders with a blatant disregard for rules or due process.

The next time someone asks, just leave your hat on because. hey, rules are only rules.

–T.S.

South Nation River Conservation chairman Cecil MacNabb announced that the $3.8 million dredging on a 12-mile stretch of the South Nation River between Salter’s Bridge and Chesterville was set to begin in the summer.

1988

According to a report entitled Rural Lot Creation 19751987, development was on the rise with the rural population increasing at 54 per cent growth compared to 28 2 per cent growth overall. Home sales within the village of Winchester were still strong, but according cor Jack McIntosh of Century 21 increasing home ho prices were discouraging people from buying outside of the city. “We have to do something to encourage growth. If we don’t compete we will w suffer in the long run,” he said.

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T Township of North Dundas was awarded The a grant of more than $2 million to relocate a ssewage lagoon in order to solve an ammonia effluent problem in Winchester. The $200-million fund was set up to help municipalities that were having health and environmental problems with water or sewage treatment.

The township was expected to contribute $300,000 to the project.

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1978

A pair of swans, given to Chesterville by the City of Ottawa, won their freedom and were finally relocated to Elma after numerous escapes to Inkerman and Crysler were thwarted by recreation director Rick St. Dennis. The swans were two of 24 given to Ottawa as a Centennial gift from Queen Elizabeth.

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A penny saved, a penny earned

T

he whole idea to Father was just a shade off centre.

He had never heard of children being encouraged to put money in a bank.

Didn’t everyone know there was a Depression on? Where were these pennies to come from? The issue was the penny bank deposits, a system where each of us was encouraged to bring a penny to school in the hope of teaching us about thrift and promoting a desire to save.

Of course, Miss Crosby hadn’t counted on people like Father, who grew up believing that money put in a bank was gone forever! We came home from school that day, early in the year, clutching little oblong boxes with printing on one side that said “A Penny saved, is a Penny earned.”

We had to take the boxes back to school the next day, after our parents looked them over and decided Miss Crosby wasn’t collecting money for her own benefit. But she had explained it all to us in great length. We were to put coins in as often as we could, each of us keeping track in our own little books, and once a week the boxes were to be emptied, and the money taken into Renfrew and deposited into something called a

bank account, which would be in our very Miss Crosby had lined up all the little own name. boxes on the windowsill opposite of her We were very excited when we ex- desk. Ever since that day we trucked up to plained it all to Father and Mother that our own little box and put a penny inside night, and were sure it would just be a mat- each week, or more if Mother could find ter of time until we were all milany extra in her egg money sugar lionaires. But as soon as we menbowl. And each time, we made an tioned the word “bank,” the trouble entry in our little book and tucked it began. back in the drawer under our desk.

As far as Father was concerned, That first Friday, just before the the bank was just about the most day ended, the boxes were gathunsafe place in the entire world to ered up, the flaps were opened, and put money. “It’s all mixed up in much to our horror the contents there with everyone else’s, of every box were mixed toand beside who is to say the gether on top of Miss Crosbank won’t go broke too. by’s desk.

And then where would your Emerson was the first money be?” to react. “I knew it, Father Mother kept saying, was right.” Miss Crosby did

by Mary Cook “Now, Albert, I’m sure the some fast figuring, and then banks are honest and so is dumped the entire pile of Miss Crosby.” money into a brown paper She told him we wouldn’t have much to bag, and we just knew it was gone forever! put in there anyway, and so we each had We went home dragging our feet, scared a penny in our little cardboard box when to tell Father what had happened, and to we went back to school the next day, with admit that unless some genius could figFather convinced it was the last we would ure out who had what, we’d never see our see of our money. money again.

Cook’s Corner

Well, on Monday, the penny boxes were back on the windowsill at the Northcote School, and on each desk was our own little book. We gingerly opened them, and were stunned to see that the amount matched the figure we had been writing when we made our penny deposits!

We brought a few more pennies that week, figured we’d give the system a bit more chance, even though we couldn’t figure out how we could get the money out if we wanted it. But Miss Crosby assured us we could.

That test came when school was just about to close for the summer. We were all taught how to write a cheque to the Red Cross for 10 cents each, and sure enough with only a few days left the bank showed we had taken out ten cents.

None us ever had more than $1 in the bank all the time we went to the Northcote School, but the penny boxes were enough to convince us that indeed a penny saved was a penny earned.

Father never did trust the bank. Every cent he had was kept in a glass bowl in the kitchen cupboard with his gold watch, and his ivory-handled jack knife.

Letters to the Editor

Keep the Green Energy Plan intact As a former municipal councillor, I Editor’s note: Food for thought for precould see that it did not represent value mier-designate Doug Ford. –M.U. for ratepayers’ money. It bothered me.

I wanted no part of it. However negaThe Editor: I used to sell and install wind and solar tively I felt about the program, I feel now it must be honoured. equipment for many years.

Many farmers trusted the governI love renewable energy. Our home and farm, Castor River Farm, has a ment and invested their money, much of system that was installed 30 years ago. which was probably set aside for retireProudly, I am not part of the Green En- ment, into systems on their farms. They ergy Plan. When it was first in the plan- trusted the government and thought ning stages, I felt it was a bad deal for their signed contracts were binding, as the taxpayer and I got out of the business. contracts should be.

What a ride!

The Editor: On behalf of the many involved prostate cancer survivors and their partners, I wish to thank all those who volunteered, provided food and arranged for the successful Ride for Dad Ottawa event on Sat., June 2.

Also, many thanks to the Township of North Dundas staff for all the work they did in setting up and taking down.

Many riders commented on how well everything was co-ordinated, and also on the great food available to them.

It was a very spectacular sight to

see all the bikes parked at the arena, across the road and down the street. In all, more than 1,200 bikers registered for this event and they raised more than $200,000 dollars for prostate cancer research.

Best of all this money stays local to support the research at the Ottawa General Hospital, one of the leading medical centres in Canada for prostate cancer research.

A reminder to men – get your PSA and digital test to establish a baseline for future testing.

These farmers are my friends. They are all hard working people who invested heavily in the future of this province.

Signed contracts are crucial to our society. If you break them, it sets a really dangerous precedent for the trust people have in their government.

We farmers are already mistrustful enough of government.

Please break one of your election promises.

George Wright Metcalfe

The mark of a professional Community Living Dundas County’s own Marianne Vanderlaan (middle) was recently named as this year’s recipient of the On Sat., Aug. 11, Winchester District Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry Direct Support Professional Memorial Hospital is providing a PSA Award. Vanderlaan was honoured for her continued exciteevent where you can come and learn ment, enthusiasm and commitment the people who count on the region’s programming. Also pictured are Sandra O’Neil (left, more plus get a free test.

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Early detection is the key as there is a 95 per cent survival rate for this cancer when caught early.

Thanks again to everyone who supported the event – very well done.

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Hey NDDHS!

Exam time is near MAPLE RIDGE – On Monday (June 11), secondary student athletes gathered in the cafeteria for the annual athletic banquet.

The event honours all students that played on sports teams and their coaches.

The Toga drive continues throughout this week at North Dundas. Students and staff bring in gently used towels and bedding that is to be donated to families in need in the North Dundas community.

Yearbooks are still on sale this week for all secondary

by Rosie Backes students interested in purchasing one. They are expected to arrive at the beginning of the 2018-2019 school year.

Good luck to all Grade 9 students writing their EQAO on Thurs., June 14 and Fri., June 15 of this week. Also, just a reminder to all secondary students that exams are only one week away. Make sure to study hard.

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Compassion for campers The South Mountain Oddfellows are ensuring that Camp Erin Eastern Ontario goes ahead this weekend (Fri., June 15 to Sun., June 17). Club members recently dished out $150 for the grief support camp. Pictured during the presentation are Victor Hughes (left), Caroline Rooney, and Ron Derraugh.

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Happy trails The Nation Valley Snowmobile Association, during its annual landowner’s banquet in April, hosted a 50-50 draw to help support an area charity. In the end, $247.50 was generated, and the Winchester District Memorial Hospital Foundation was the beneficiary. Pictured during the recent financial presentation are Cindy Peters (left), the foundation’s manager of direct mail and events, and Christina Vanier, the snowmobile association’s treasurer.

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The Winchester District Memorial Hospital Foundation got the big cheque treatment in the amount of $5,000. Foundation staffer Cindy Peters says that the proceeds will go towards new equipment. Also pictured is Al Graham of the Shroomfest committee.

Doug Thompson (left) accepted $500 from the Shroomfest committee as a new board member for the Osgoode Township Museum. Thompson hopes to use the money to revive the museum’s Pioneer Days Celebration this coming September. Also pictured is Steve Corlyon of the Shroomfest committee.

Executive director Nicole McKerracher accepted a cheque of $3,000 from the Shroomfest committee on behalf of the Osgoode Youth Association. The money is earmarked for events and programs the association organizes including their leadership camp in August. Also pictured is Daryn Hicks.

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Shroomfest giving mushrooms to new record

by Kory Glover Press staff

METCALFE – This year’s Shroomfest was a success, bringing in a total and new record of $62,950 to give back to local organizations and charities.

Funds were doled out Wed., June 6 with the Township of Osgoode Care Centre receiving the largest gift of $10,000. Executive director Lori Norris-Dudley states that she would like to use the funds to become part of the Cycling Without Age Community, joining other local organizations such as Bruyere Continuing Care Centre and Winchester’s Dundas Manor.

The program is based on the use of a motorized trishaw where up to

two people can sit in the front and enjoy a bicycle ride piloted by a trained volunteer or staff member.

The Home Support Program’s financial gift of $8,000 will go toward supplying more caregiver rides for seniors and people with disabilities.

The Winchester District Memorial Hospital Foundation (WDMHF) received $5,000 from the committee to purchase new equipment for their establishment.

“This will go a long way to provide the proper healthcare people need,” said Cindy Peters, the foundation’s manager of direct mail and events.

The Metcalfe Recreation Committee was awarded with $5,000 to go towards beautification of the

local parks, road sign maintenance and the upcoming Christmas parade.

The Metcalfe Agricultural Society was bequeathed $4,500 for various improvements in its halls.

“The money will go towards purchasing a new commercial fridge and 10 new plastic tables,” said Barry Payne, Metcalfe Fair board president.

Various other committees and organizations received financial gifts of $500 to $1,200.

The Just Kiddin’ Theatre received $1,000 to help pay for various fees so that they can keep putting on plays for the community.

“This will go towards helping to pay for director and insurance fees,” said Tracy Rivard, the the-

atre’s treasurer. “This will also help to keep registration fees low for children under heavy financial restraint.”

The Kenmore Minor Ball Association was given $1,200 to purchase more equipment for the 277 children currently playing, which is a major increase since the association started.

The charity Dreams Take Flight received $1,000 to help with their goal of providing kids who are physically, mentally or socially challenged the trip of a lifetime to Disneyland.

“We are dedicated to making dreams come true and this will be a good step to making that possible,” said Therese Santostefano, the organization’s treasurer.

Other beneficiaries given financial gifts include Metcalfe Volunteers Fireman’s Association, Chief’s Fastball, Osgoode Youth Association, Osgoode Township High School (OTHS) Class of 2018, CIBC Run for the Cure, Metcalfe Curling Club, Rural Family Connections, OTHS Relay for Life, OTHS Alumni Committee, Metcalfe Girl Guides, Greely Community Assocation, Make-aWish, Greely Hawk Baseball Association, Osgoode Township Museum, Ottawa Sooner Cheerleader Squad, ALS Golf Tournament, Cadets 2951, Adam Quinn, Albert Bouwers Community Rink, Greely Elementary School Little Rocks Program and Metcalfe Greely Scouts.

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As the sun was setting the savoury smells of BBQ washed over the intersection of Main and St. Lawrence Streets, Marleen Fawcett and Soul Sounds eased the satisfied crowd, with a belly y full of ribs and fresh drinks in hand, into a picturesque weekend.

Left: Gloria Stewart, Linda Thompson and Bev Shortt served with speed, a little sauciness and a smile.

Ribs for your pleasure

by Tom Schoch Press staff

Marleen Fawcett and Soul Sounds entertained a couple of young fans at Sweet Corner Park.

WINCHESTER – The eighth annual Winchester Ribfest Fri., June 8 was another huge success with fall-off-thebone ribs and weather to match.

Tickets were $20 each, earning the bearer a half a rack of ribs, baked beans, coleslaw, roll, and dessert. More than 400 tickets were sold with the proceeds going toward the Winchester Downtown Revitalization Committee, but the benefits reach beyond that according to North Dundas Mayor Eric Duncan. “[It’s] an event that brings people in, which creates a positive atmosphere and branding for the area. Also we have some funds raised that goes towards the beautification of Sweet Corner Park, of the banners you see downtown and other activities. It helps with that ripple effect that’s a win-win on multiple different fronts,” he said. “We have a lot of local people but we have people from all over the township, people from Ottawa, Kemptville and Morrisburg. It gets them to come

Avalyn Van Gessel looked like a natural behind the wheel of the classic tractor.

Up close and personal Youngsters from throughout the region were given the opportunity to see some machines Sun., June 10 at Winchester’s Joel Steele Community Centre during the Glengarry Inter-Agency Group’s annual “Touch a Truck” fundraiser.

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Simon Bellefeuille joined the North Dundas Fire Service’s Winchester detachment for the day.

North Dundas’ next Olympia operator, Arabella Craig.

into the area and they’re also using other restaurants, which is great too.”

The success of the event can be attributed partly to the brilliant weather but the addition of beer and wine definitely charmed a few newcomers into making the journey and is a sign of things to come.

“We invited Beau’s Brewery to come and Smokie Ridge wine… the idea is to showcase local businesses and it’s actually drawn extra people. I’ve seen people tonight with their Beau’s shirts on and younger people that came to support Beau’s and to try it out,” said Duncan.

“The craft beer is the biggest thing and expanding that a little bit. Using Meet Me on Main Street as a launch to maybe doing a craft beer festival locally. We’re getting more now. We have Stone Crop Acres, Smoke Ridge Vineyards, then we have Humble Beginnings in Ingleside, we’ve got two in Embrun and one in Prescott as well. That’s something out of this, and Meet Me on Main Street that I think would be really helpful in the area.”

Derek Fingler (pictured) manned the BBQ and churned out more than 400 half racks of ribs with the help of Tim Wasylko and a group of dedicated volunteers.

“Smokie” Leblanc from Smokie Ridge Vineyard showcased several wines including a glass of his 2012 Rosie Cheeks.

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Club president Jason McKercher (left) accepted a ceremonial scroll from recently re-elected Stormont, Dundas, and South Glengarry MPP Jim McDonell.

90 years of the roarin’ game It’s been nine decades since the Winchester Curling Club was founded, tracing its roots from the grounds of the village’s original ice house, where Parmalat operates today, to its second home where the Boyd family now has its automotive shop, and finally to the current location adjacent to the Joel Steele Community Centre.

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In that time, the club has navigated the seas, persevering through times of financial hardships, the Great Depression, the Second World War and other international conflicts, and the ebb and flow of members. “In all of that, it remains a good place to meet old friends and new friends, share a drink, and get some exercise to boot,” Greg Chamberlain, a longtime club member, said during Sat., June 9’s anniversary celebration.

Canadian curler Lisa Weagle was the night’s guest speaker. For nearly a decade, Weagle has been lead for Team Homan, which most recently represented the country in women’s curling at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

The club’s executive also honoured longtime curler and volunteer Dave Levere, who passed away suddenly in 2015. Levere’s memory will live on at the club in the form of a memorial trophy presented annually to the Fixed League champion. Pictured are Levere’s children Leslie, Aaron and Alison, and his wife, Janet. “Thank you all so much… This really means a lot,” Janet said, fighting back tears.

NDDHS honours star athletes at year-end banquet

by Tom Schoch Press staff

MAPLE RIDGE – With the end of the school year and graduation on the horizon, North Dundas District High School took time to honour the best in sport and a few key supporters at their annual athletic banquet.

Each sport was well represented and all of the coaches beamed with pride at the individual and team growth shown by all the young athletes.

Each grade honoured an athlete of the year and the winners were chosen based on commitment, coachability, skill or performance, leadership and attitude.

The Grade 9 female winner was Delaney Johnston, who was singled out for her perseverance, coach ability and personality while there were co-winners on the male side, Ewan Wilson and Adam Barkley.

Britney Barkley, a power on the basketball court, in volleyball and soccer, was the Grade 10 female athlete of the year. The Grade 10 male athlete of the year was a four-headed monster with Liam Antille, Curtis Bell, Zac Hamilton and Owen Richardson all accepting

the honour and setting up a strong senior class for next year.

Grade 11 female athlete of the year was another multisport athlete, Grace Cave while volleyball star Ian Koch was named the top male.

Grade 12 student Shaina Vandemheen was a top scorer in basketball, key hitter in volleyball, an outstanding centre in hockey, a hurdler and sprinter in track while also helping out with junior girls soccer. She can add athlete of the year to her many accolades.

The male winner led by example with his aggressive play on the soccer pitch, his impressive abilities on the volleyball court and leadership in basketball. He also claimed gold at SD&G in badminton with partner Katherine Steele. Jarrett Williams was a deserving winner of Grade 12 male athlete of the year.

Katherine Steele was also recognized with a special award for the student contributing the most to school sports life.

According to coach Patti Hall, Steele was tireless in her commitment to sports at Cream of the crop!

NDDHS. Pictured are the 2017-2018 NDDHS athletes of the year. Jarrett Hamilton. Front row: Grace Cave (left), Liam Antille, Britney Bar• see BANQUET on next page

Williams (back left), Delaney Johnston, Owen Richardson, Ian Koch, Shaina Vandemheen, Adam Barkley, Curtis Bell, and Zac

kley, and Ewan Wilson.

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New Hawks added to team roster

by Tom Schoch Press staff

WINCHESTER – With the clearing of the air behind them, members of the Winchester Hawks hockey team added some key reinforcements to their team in an effort to reinvigorate the brand and enhance the game day experience for fans.

The CCHL2 club had a tough go last year both in the stands and on the ice. While the talent pool for this year’s

edition of the team looks much deeper, the organization wanted to ensure that their connection to the community was equally as strong.

Team president and general manager Keith Ashton, along with assistant GM and director of scouting Dom Menard chaired the meeting and opened the floor to questions, suggestions and volunteers.

Key supporter Owen Shortt suggested that building a strong executive would have a trickle down effect in

the organization and help alleviate some of the burden of game day operations and details from only a select few.

While many ideas were suggested, including themed games, volunteer co-ordination, the return of the 50/50 draw and improving the social media and broadcast presence, the key accomplishment was getting several enthusiastic community members committed to working with the team.

Joining Ashton, Menard

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and treasurer John Adams on the board of directors are Owen Shortt as director of fundraising, Jordan Hodge as director of communications, Lisa Berry will be the webmaster and secretary, Barb Menard is the head volunteer co-ordinator and Al Van Bridger was named director at large.

A follow-up meeting has been scheduled for later this month to discuss implementation of new ideas and strategies.

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“Scoring, reffing, organizing, setting up and taking down equipment, I don’t think I’ve ever heard a no to any one of the coaches ever requesting help. Arriving early to games and leaving late, we could always count on her to assist either personally or gather a group of capable helpers,” she said.

At the end of the banquet, teacher and coach Scott Reaney gave a heartfelt tribute to long-time Winchester Press sports reporter Al Van Bridger before offering him a special token of appreciation from the students and staff at NDDHS. “It doesn’t matter what your sport is. If your sport was out on a field, if your sport was on a court, if it was on the ice, chances are, Al’s been covering it. You don’t get that kind of coverage and promotion and boosting of the school and its community just anywhere in Ontario.

Vice-principal Mike Deighton was also honoured for his contribution to athletics at NDDHS. Deighton gave a passionate speech saying, “this is a really important place and it’s special because of you guys.”

MVP list

Former long-time Winchester Press sports reporter Al Van Bridger (left) was recognized by Scott Reaney and the rest of the staff and students at NDDHS for his 49 years of work from the sidelines in bringing high school sports to life.

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That’s why they’ve won so many different awards and that’s why Al has won so many awards over the years for what he’s done,” said Reaney.

Van Bridger, looking well-rested and tanned, was humble in his acceptance.

“I want to thank each and every one of you for taking part in the sport, any sport.

It’s great to see you still doing it. I miss coming here,” he said.

Van Bridger also took the opportunity to playfully ask coach Hall if his high jump record was still intact.

Outgoing vice-principal Mike Deighton was also recognized for his tireless efforts to support athletics at NDDHS. Although his final day at the school is still weeks away, Deighton delivered a heartfelt and passionate speech to the young athletes.

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“Continue to stay involved. Try something new even though you’re worried that you may not be successful. Go out and try out for that team, get involved with that club and have that experience because everything you do in life is going to be based on new experiences. If you don’t try something new you’re not going to grow. When you’re done and you’ve had that experience and you say, ‘God that was awesome,’ make sure you go around and thank all the people that were involved like all these people right here… This is a really important place and it’s special because of you guys,” he said.

Team MVPs were also recognized at the banquet: • Cross Country: Adam Barkley and Fabienne Puenter • Golf: Adam Guertsma • Sevens Rugby: Julia Gibson • Midget girls volleyball: Amanda Shay and Adrianna Vanbruegel • Junior girls volleyball: Britney Barkley • Senior Girls volleyball: Katherine Steele and Shaina Vandemheen • Junior boys volleyball: Owen Richardson • Senior boys volleyball: Ian Koch and Jarrett Williams • Junior girls basketball: Britney Barkley • Senior girls basketball: Jessica Barkley • Junior boys basketball: Owen Richardson • Senior Boys basketball: Logan Lacasse • Girls hockey: Olivia Salmon and Shaina Vandemheen • Boys hockey: Cameron Cotnam • Boys curling: Matthew Roach • Mixed curling: Mia Woods and Sarah Sloan • Girls curling: Chloe Ziegler and Taran Cooper • Badminton: Jarrett Williams and Catherine Steel • Archery: Bradley Larmer and Peyton Halpenny • Junior girls soccer: Grace Chevalier • Junior boys soccer: Mitchell Walker • Senior boys soccer: Peter Xidias • Track and field: Zac Hamilton and Alayna Gaudette • Karen Moffat Award: Ashley Wasylko Fletcher

Keller, Cousineau leading Cedar View BOUCKS HILL – Dale Keller fired a low net 33, and Brandon Cousineau followed up with a low gross 36 to put the pair at the top of the leaderboard at Cedar Glen Golf Course’s Thurs., June 7 men’s night.

Shawn Lapier had “A class’ second low gross, carding a 40.

“B” class: Jeff Whitteker (39), Duane Young (32), Wayde Roles (40), and Dillon Lapier (32).

“C” class: Andrew Byvelds (38), Peter Schoenfeld (28), Shaler

Hill (43), Vern McMillan (35).

“D” class: Brian Williams (50).

Scott Helmer was closest to the pin on No. 18, and Peter Schoenfeld did the same on No. 15. The night’s longest drive was pounded out by Andrew Downing on No. 16.

James Morrel was the lone A/B skins winner with two on six, while Andrew Byvelds (four on three) and Kevin Osborne (four on seven) took the C/D skins.

Kenny Mills was the evening’s 50-50 winner.

Norris sitting in top spot at Sandy Row SOUTH MOUNTAIN – Wed., June 6’s Rick Cauvier-sponsored Sandy Row Golf Course Men’s Night saw Pat Norris top the leaderboard with a low gross 36.

The closest to the pin prize went to Jamie Hyndman on No. 4, and Ron Derraugh on No. 7.

Mark McPhee stuck his shot closest to the 100-yard marker, and Bert Smail

took home the prize for dropping his shot nearest the sponsor sign on No. 2.

The birdie winners were Bill Hogaboam and Norris.

The Sandy Row 3-Some winners, as determined by a draw, were Bruce Cowell and Kevin Barkley.

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The fourth annual Seaway Valley Crime Stoppers ball hockey tournament raised more than $9,000 and provided 250 happy, active kids with all the activity they could handle in one day.

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Having a ball with Crime Stoppers

by Tom Schoch Press staff

Kayley Bartlett played the part of an enthusiastic fan during the day’s games, sporting a fun pair of glasses. No word on if she offered the spectacles to the ref.

Volunteer Barb Menard gets a nerve-wracking ride from a group of youngsters during the shopping cart race.

WINCHESTER – It was a sea of colours and a flurry of action at the fourth annual Seaway Valley Crime Stoppers (SVCS) ball hockey tournament as kids of all ages descended upon the Joel Steele Community Centre Sat., June 9.

With a total of 20 teams and more than 250 kids in action, both on the rink surface and outside, it was a carnival-like atmosphere. In addition to the ball hockey games, children had an opportunity to participate in fire obstacle courses and grocery cart races, enjoy BBQ burgers and hot dogs, and even climb a tractor or two.

The one-day event raised at total of $9,000 for the Seaway Valley Crime Stoppers program.

The action was non-stop inside and outside the Joel Steele Community Centre as more than 250 kids took part in the tournament.

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Sonics sloppy in loss to Hornets

The Young Guns were the winners of the 2018 Greater Williamsburg Area Propane Invitational after a two-day tournament earlier this month. Team members included Andre Menges (front, left), Zach Brandt, Bryden van Kessel, Dave Summers, Brandon Cousineau, and Troy Gove.

Back row: John MacPherson (team captain, left), Liam Morrow, James Morrell, Billy DeJong, Greg Millard, and Kenny Mills.

Young Guns claim 2018 GWAPI title WILLIASMBURG – It was a win for the Young Guns team in this year’s Greater Williamsburg Area Propane Invitational.

Played earlier this month at a pair of courses in Canton, N.Y., the 12-member team combined their talents to register a total of 42 points during the weekend’s play.

The 12-player Old Guys team, meanwhile, counted just 18 points, giving the Young Guns just their second title win the tournament’s nine-year history.

Day one saw the golfers hit the links at the St. Lawrence Univer-

sity Golf Course, and day two was played at Partridge Run Golf Course.

Brandon Cousineau took the weekend’s top individual honour, firing a combined 163. For his efforts, he received a custom champions jacket, presented to him by Young Guns team captain John MacPherson. It was Cousineau’s fourth-straight year leading the field. Zach Brandt finished second with a 167, and Kenny Mills was third with a 169.

Daryl Shelp was the Old Guys’ best shooter, combing his two-day Old Guys team captain Rick Morrow (left) presented MacPherson with the scores for a 172. championship chalice.

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GLOUCESTER – The North Dundas Sonics took the field against the Gloucester Hornets Wed., June 6 with the hope of climbing above .500 for the first time this season, but it was not to be.

The pitch was a mud-filled horror that resulted in a firsthalf filled with slips and falls.

The Sonics lacked intensity and drive on the ball, giving up two goals and applying very little pressure.

Missing their coach and stalwart general, Julian Whittam, a frustrated and muddy Sonics team dropped their heads heading into the half-time break.

However, during the break, providence arrived. Against the setting sun, fresh off a plane from Oklahoma, a sprinting Whittam arrived on the field.

Immediately switching to a 3-4-3 formation, Whittam boosted the ebbing morale of the team, but it was not enough.

While the surging Sonics were coming on strong, the Hornets switched to a defense heavy formation and built a wall in front of their keeper.

The final result was a 2-0 loss for the Sonics.

North Dundas takes to the pitch in Mountain tonight (Wed., June 13) against the OISC Manic at 7:30 pm in an effort to level their record once again.

Blues still rolling with 4-1 victory CHESTERVILLE – Carly Crump’s cett (two), Kelly Francis, Rebecca two-goal night was just a slice of the Kennedy, Jaclyn Crump, Sam Benoit, highlights at the Blue squad contin- Cummins, and Bartholomew. ued its domination of the Chesterville Angie Van Gurp-Helmer had the Women’s Ball Hockey lone goal for Green, League last week. with Laura McDonell Women’s ball Playing in the 8 pm picking up an assist on hockey game Thurs., June 7, the the play. team also got goals from Kara Bartholomew and Red rout Lindsay Cummins as the Blue side Lesley-Ann Tupper had a twooutpaced Green 4-1. goal, one-assist night for the Red Helper points went to Anna Faw- team as the squad handily defeated

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Lindsay Feeley chipped in with two goals of her own, and Kaila Beckstead had a goal and an assist.

Helper points were also registered to Shaelynn Shay, Emma Grady (two), Katie Currie, Kim Elliot, and Sara Casselman (two).

This week’s action Yellow and Blue will do battle in the 7 pm game, while Red and Green face-off at 8 pm.

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Breakfast Saturday 8-11 am; Sunday 9-11 am (served by the Morrisburg & District Lions Club)

Food will be available on site both days For more information please call 613-543-3982, email geraldine@southdundaschamber.ca or visit www.southdundaschamber.ca

UPPER CANADA MOTOR SALES LTD. County Roads 2 & 31

MORRISBURG 613-543-2925

Seaway Embroidery

“For All Your Embroidery Needs”

CLOTHING • WORKWEAR • PROMOTIONAL ITEMS 12421 County Rd. 2 P.O. Box 3055 Morrisburg, ON, K0C 1X0 www.seawayembroidery.ca

Sales - Dennis Merkley Office: 613-543-3897 Cell: 613-577-7177 dmerkley@sympatico.ca

5522 Muttonville Rd. Morrisburg, Ontario K0C 1X0

DOWNTOWN MORRISBURG BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA

613-643-3013 www.shopmorrisburg.ca dbia@shopmorrisburg.ca

613-543-3983

99 Main St., Morrisburg Village Plaza, PO Box 317, Morrisburg, ON, K0C 1X0

Email: geraldine@southdundaschamber.ca

613-543-3982

BIG OR SMALL, WE BUY IT ALL! 59 Main Street in the Morrisburg Village Plaza

Tony Francis President/Owner

613-543-2802 • Fax: 613-543-0184

613-363-8406

6 MAIN ST., P.O. BOX 737, MORRISBURG, ONT., K0C 1X0

Please check us out on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BarnfullOGoodies

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OVER YEARS EXPERIENCE

MORRISBURG • Hardware & Tools • Giftware • Paint

COME SEE US AT OUR SHOWROOM 12 Sixth Street East, Cornwall

613-938-7160 morrisburgkitchen@bellnet.ca www.morrisburgkitchencabinets.com

County Rd. 2, Morrisburg 613-543-2021

Fashion 57 Main Street, Morrisburg, ON, K0C 1X0 613-543-2896 helenderix@sympatico.ca

Bill Ewing, Prop.

REASONABLE RATES • WE ALSO PICK UP OLD VEHICLES

Riley Hatherall, Store Owner

info@morrisburgplumbing.com

Owner

You Call and We’ll Haul!

24 HOURS A DAY

Antiques * Vintage * Collectables Upcycled & Repurposed Items

161 Main St., Morrisburg Ontario, K0C 1X0

Helen Derix

613-652-4313 613-802-0729

BARNFULL O’ GOODIES

Morrisburg Plumbing and Heating Ltd.

We Fix Ugly Kitchens

Casselman’s Shoe Store Morrisburg Village Plaza 613-543-2556

Bill’s Towing

Businesses Supporting Events in Our Community

ORRISBURG KITCHEN AND COUNTER TOPS

Casual Sports Wear Men’s and Ladies’

MTO Approved Course Provider • CORNWALL • MORRISBURG • PRESCOTT • WINCHESTER

1-800-206-9920 www.signaturedriving.ca

One-on-One Instruction Door-to-Door Service Available

ROAD TEST PREPARATION SPECIALISTS

WINCHESTER

CRYSLER

473 Main St. 613-774-2832

12 Queen St. 613-987-2117

MORRISBURG

PRESCOTT

Village Plaza 613-543-3731

270 Edward St. 613-925-5901

www.mcdougallinsurance.com FOR ALL YOUR INSURANCE NEEDS

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PRESS CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING RATES 30 cents per word, $8.00 minimum, payable in advance Classifieds accepted by telephone but must be paid by 5 pm Monday, for publication on Wednesday

613-774-2524 E-mail: advert@winchesterpress.on.ca

Deadlines: Classifieds - Monday at 4 pm Display Advertising - Friday at 4 pm

CLASSIFIEDS 613-774-2525 ~ fax: 613-774-3136 ~ email: advert@winchesterpress.on.ca

Notice Justin Morozuk Licensed Carpenter

613-880-4431 justinmorozuk@gmail.com Renovations, flooring, mouldings, baseboards, doors, trim, decks, tile and more!

• Asphalt Grinding • Backhoe • Dozer • Hyhoe • Truck Rental • Excavation • Licensed Septic Installation • Pitrun • Sand • Gravel • Top Soil

613-448-3915

badgerexcavating.ca

DOORS INC.

• Overhead Doors • Electrical Garage Door Openers • Automatic Doors • Loading Docks • Rolling Doors • Partitions

24-HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE

BUY DIRECT SAVE $$$

SERVICE • SALES INSTALLATION RETAIL • INDUSTRIAL WHOLESALE • FARMERS

613-774-1361

1700 Cayer Rd., Winchester

D.T. MOBILE WASH On Site Hot Water Pressure Cleaning • Barns • Equipment • Drains • Frozen Pipes Call Dave Tremblay

613-652-1690 • 613-227-8084

SALES, SERVICE, INSTALLATION Garage Doors, Rolling Steel Shutters & Dock Equipment Shawn Backes, Technician 11693 Toye Hill Road, Williamsburg, Ont., K0C 2H0 24-Hour Emergency Service 613-913-0097

613-774-6157 • Fax 613-774-6627

T 613.774.2854

භ W www.collinsbarrow.com

Offering services in the areas of: Bookkeeping Services Estate and Succession Planning Farm Tax Returns Financial Statement Preparations Personal and Corporate Tax Returns and Planning

WINCHESTER PRESS OFFICE HOURS Monday - Thursday 9 am-5 pm Friday 9 am-4 pm Closed for lunch 12:30-1:30 pm Closed Saturday and Sunday 24stf WANTED FOR SCRAP OLD CARS, TRUCKS, VANS AND APPLIANCES. CALL 613-296-4880 OR 613-448-3221.

1tfc KARL’S MOVING We move cars and camping trailers coast to coast. We also prepare houses for sale with lawn cleaning, etc. 613-802-2544 or 613-652-2526.

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Services ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Help Line 613-237-6000. Meeting location info: http://www.seawayvalleynorthdistrict48aa.org.

50tfc PATTIE’S CUSTOM CLEANING General house cleaning. Custom Cleaning: stoves and fridges, moving in or out clean-up, open house preparation. 613-362-5666.

42stf JASON HILL MOVING Do you need help moving? Are you looking to rent a dump trailer? Jason Hill Moving can help with all your needs. Move, store, or haul...we do it all. Call 613-362-3934 for a free estimate.

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Help Wanted HELP WANTED – Picking strawberries near Morrisburg. Experience preferred but not essential. Call or text Marshall at 613-930-5588. Text preferred. Starting mid June; early morning start time.

11-15c HELP WANTED – Winchester Legion is seeking part-time ‘on call’ bartenders. Must be Smart Serve qualified and have good interpersonal skills.

Resumes may be dropped off at the Legion at 482 Main Street, Winchester and addressed to Bar Chairperson.

14-15c HELP WANTED – Temporary labour required for orchard work at Mountain Orchards. Must be 16 years or older.

Please call Shelley at 613-989-4509.

15-16c HELP WANTED – Snack Shack, Chesterville looking for part-time help.

Experience an asset but not required.

Please apply within or call Bill 613448-2093 15c

Work Wanted

HARBERS MILLWORK Custom Projects - Kitchens & Vanities Storage Solutions - Refacing & Respraying Rob Harbers, Sole Proprietor harbersmillwork@outlook.com

613.802.8206 harbersmillwork.ca

4188 Brinston Rd., Brinston, ON

ROADABLE STORAGE TRAILERS Dry and watertight. By the week or month. Delivery charges extra. Call Ed Duncan 613-989-2838.

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Auction Sales

DUMPSTERS FOR RENT – Call 613448-3471.

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WINCHESTER LIONS CLUB 515 Albert St., 613-774-2630 BINGO - Monday Nights HALL RENTALS Julie Padbury 613-441-2013 THRIFT STORE - 613-774-1736 Monday - Friday 9 am-3 pm; Saturday 9 am-12 noon 15tfc

EVENING AUCTION SALE 3 SNAP-ON POST LIFT HOISTS, VAST ARRAY OF SNAP-ON AND OTHER TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT FROM A FULL SERVICE GARAGE 847 Notre Dame St., Embrun.

Watch for auction signs!

THURSDAY EVENING, JUNE 21 commencing at 5 pm (Viewing From 1 pm until Sale Time Day of Auction) Retiring from the garage business, I offer for auction: 3 SnapOn 2-post lifts (two 9000 lb and one 8000 lb); Snap-On tool chest; SnapOn roll cabinet; assorted Snap-On and Blue Point air tools, impacts, ratchets, sanders, air hammers, etc; assorted floor jacks; OTC #6580 MacPherson strut compressor “Strut Tamer”; 1000 lb hydraulic transmission jack; Snap-On WB 250A wheel balancer; 5 hp 2-stage air compressor; Snap-On tire machine model #EEWH311A; Snap-On 2-shelf roll cart; Lincoln mig welder; Oxy/acetylene welding and cutting torches (no tanks); Snap-On A/C recovery, recycling and charging station; MT 337 Snap-On fuel injection pressure gauge set; Snap-On fuel injection purge machine; Snap-On bolt grip puller set; “Hoppy” headlight aiming kit; numerous VW specialty tools; Snap-On Vantage graphing multi meter; Snap-On electric grinder/ polisher; Smoke Pro smoke machine leak detection system; assorted VW engine support fixtures (support during timing belt replacement); SnapOn 3/4” drive ratchet and assorted sockets; numerous Snap-On hand tools, wrench sets, sockets, ratchets, pliers, cutters, etc; Snap-On 4567SH slide hammer hub puller; Snap-On EESC 307a Micro Scan tool; motor oil drum pump; gear oil pump; 2 mobile oil drains; 2 small work benches; assorted jack stands; battery charger; engine stand; Cherry Picker mobile shop crane; assorted A/C gauges, leak detector and A/C service tools; rolling tool storage cart/bench; Ridgid chop saw; 12-ton hydraulic shop press; air powered brake bleeder; grease gun; assorted bench vises; bench grinder; 45 gallon drums; Gulf Oil vintage tire repair cabinet; industrial adjustable steel shelving; assorted diesel injection pumps; Dayco belt size finder; battery maintenance charger for multiple batteries; battery rack; fire extinguishers; Drill Doctor drill sharpening kit; carbon pile battery load tester; brake drum and rotor measuring tools; Black and Decker reciprocating saw; assorted steel wheels; Shop Vac; Solvent parts washer; portable air tank; creeper; engine support bridge; Sears 2750 watt generator; assorted workshop manuals including 58 Olds, 61 Chevy; Bosch and Valvoline metal signs; VAD Pro 901 scan tool for VW; assorted small tool boxes; Laser Labs window tint meter; many other assorted shop articles.

TERMS OF SALE Cash, Debit, Visa, Mastercard, Amex and Cheque with Proper ID PROPRIETOR John Becks 613-799-3511 JAMES AUCTION SERVICE LTD. Stewart James 613-445-3269 Stewart James Jr. 613-222-2815 Erin James-Merkley 613-277-7128 For Pictures jamesauction.com 15c

Accommodation THE LINTON APARTMENTS – Under new management, 2-bedroom suites available, clean, quiet, secure, parking, appliances included. Ideal for seniors. Call Lynda 613-979-7773 for appointment to view.

12tfc FOR RENT – Williamsburg, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, $650 and $750 per month all inclusive. First, last and references. 613-535-2208.

11tfc FOR RENT – One bedroom apartment in South Mountain. $650 per month, heat included. No pets. Available immediately. Laundry facility in building.

613-989-2103 or 613-798-3257 34tfc FOR RENT – Large 2-bedroom duplex in Winchester. All appliances included, large yard and workshop. $825 per month plus utilities. Available Aug. 1.

Phone 613-371-8559 after 4 pm.

15 FOR RENT – 1 bedroom basement apartment, Osgoode Main St. $750, heat and lighted, hydro, fridge and stove included. Available immediately.

No pets. No smokers. 613-826-2800.

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For Sale FOR SALE – Moulinex food processor $45, Black & Decker bread maker $30, Rival crock pot $15, Proctor Silex rice cooker $15. Excellent condition. 613821-3549.

15 FOR SALE – Strawberries now ready at Dentz Orchards and Berry Farm, 4766 County Road 16, Iroquois. Open Mon - Fri., 8 am-8 pm, Sat. 8 am-5:30 pm, closed Sunday. 613-652-2397.

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Automotive FOR SALE – Parts truck, 2000 Chev Silverado half ton. $600. 613-8213062.

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Farm FOR SALE – Forage blower, #40 New Holland. Wic sweeper for alley in the barn. In excellent condition. 613-4483275.

14-15 FOR SALE – Pronovost model T6200 tubeline bagger; new crop hay, small square bales or round bales. 613-6524186.

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Card of Thanks

Accounting Advisor, Winchester 613-868-4967 chart@alliedtax.ca

380 Armour Road, Suite 256 Peterborough 1-800-661-1956

Allied Associates LLP Chartered Professional Accountants www.alliedassociates.ca

SPRINGHILL CEMETERY MEMORIAL DAY The Annual Memorial Day Service will be held on Sun., June 17 at 2:30 pm.

Guest speaker Rev. Liz Chan.

14-15c MUSIC AND COMEDY: LAUGH ON!

By Dundas County Players, June 1516 and 22-23 at 7:30 pm and June 17 & 24 at 2 pm, at the Old Town Hall, 478 Main Street East, Winchester. $15 for adults, $10 for 18 and younger.

Tickets online at DCPlayers.ca, by phone 613-297-0097 or in person at The Planted Arrow, 501 Main Street, Winchester.

14-15c TRIBUTE TO OUR LEGEND STOMPIN’ TOM CONNORS Performed by his son The Canadian Stompper Taw Connors, Sat., June 16, 7 pm, Gallipeau Centre Theatre, 361 Queen Street, Smiths Falls. Cost $29. 613-284-9916.

14-15 STRAWBERRY SOCIAL Hope Springs United Church Thurs., June 28, starting at 4:30 pm, 12347 Oak Valley Road (County Road 5), Winchester Springs. All you can eat! Adults $12; 6-10 years $5; 5 and under free.

15-17 CEMETERY MEMORIAL SERVICE St. Andrew’s and St. Paul’s Cemetery and Loucks Cemetery will be held Sun., June 24, 2 pm at Russell United Church, 38 Mill St., Russell. Guest Speaker; Dr. Rev. Vinita Baker. Russell Male Choir providing music.

15-16 BBQ FUNDRAISER Habitat for Humanity In support of the Williamsburg build, Fri., June 15, 11:30 am-1 pm, rain or shine, 12024 Dawley Drive, Winchester. Burgers, hot dogs and cold drinks will be served. Public welcome. Hosted by Wubs Transit.

15 STAG AND DOE In honour of Shawn Stewart and Jordan Mark, Sat., June 23, 8 pm, Winchester Curling Club. Tickets $10 in advance or $15 at door. Fun and games. Light lunch.

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Coming Events

IROQUOIS LEGION STEAK BARBEQUE Sat. June 23 (NOT June 16) starting at 4 pm. Steak, salad, and dessert $18 per person. Salad only $8. Get your tickets early. Stop by the Legion after 2 pm. To reserve call 613-652-4516.

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HAVING A PARTY? Winchester Curling Club is LLBO licenced for 130 people. Info: Donna Sauve, donna_sauve@yahoo.com, 613-619-1388.

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Member, Consulting Surveyors of Ontario Chris Hart, CPA, CMA

YE OLDE BARGAIN SHOPPE Open Wed. from 10 am-3 pm and Thur. from 10 am-3 pm. A great place to shop for good used items and clothing. Unbelievable prices. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church basement, 34 Mill Street, Chesterville. Donations greatly appreciated.

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CARD OF THANKS – I wish to thank a man who found my lost purse at Foodland Saturday afternoon and returned it to lost and found, all valuables intact. Wish I knew who he was to thank him in person. One of a kind.

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ONTARIO LAND SURVEYORS

Partnership - Corporations - Individuals

Income Tax Preparation

For Rent

Coming Events

W.J. JOHNSTON SURVEYING LTD.

Accounting & Advisory Services Financial Statements Succession Planning Government Programs Farm Business Advisory Services

WORK WANTED – Masonry, repointing brick and stone houses. Chimney/ foundation work, pargeting, carpentry work, roofing, siding, painting, decking, and windows. Gary Kirkwood 613-523-5056.

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For Rent

WILLIAM J. JOHNSTON, O.L.S., O.L.I.P. (1934-2010) WILLIAM J. WEBSTER, O.L.S. WILLIAM A. (SANDY) JOHNSTON, C.S.T. Telephone: 613-774-2414 12050 County Rd. 3 Fax: 613-774-2356 Main Street 1-866-268-6915 P.O. Box 394 wjjhnstn@yahoo.com Winchester, Ontario, K0C 2K0

Subdivision Planning, Cadastral, Engineering and Control Surveys Drainage Consultation

WINCHESTER PRESS CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING RATES All Classified Advertising Payable In Advance

30 cents per word, $8.00 minimum Classifieds accepted by telephone but must be paid by 4 pm Monday, for publication on Wednesday

613-774-2524 E-mail: advert@winchesterpress.on.ca

Deadline for Classified Ads: Monday at 4 pm Deadline for Display Advertising: Friday at 4 pm

CLASSIFIEDS

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Auction Sales

Auction Sales

Debt Problems? Avoid Bankruptcy!

COMPLETE LIQUIDATION AUCTION FOR SHALTECK LTD SEA CONTAINERS, FORKLIFT, SCISSOR LIFT, 5 TON TRUCK, CONSTRUCTION OFFICE TRAILERS, FLOAT, MASSIVE QUANTITY OF TOOLS AND NEW CONSTRUCTION RELATED MATERIALS To be held on site at Civic #18613 Dundas Street (County Road 18, Kings Highway), Martintown, K0C 1S0. Watch for signs!

SATURDAY, JUNE 23 commencing at 9 am Two 40’ sea containers; four 20’ sea containers (2 equipped with shelving and lighting); 48’ highway trailer (storage only); 2001 INT 5-ton truck with 7.3 diesel engine and hydraulic brakes, complete with good 18’ aluminum flat deck (286,000 km); three Travelite construction trailers (one 40’, one 27’, one 24’); 10 ton 20’ pintle hitch tag along dual wheel tandem float; 16’ hydraulic tilt tri-axle (7000 lbs each) float; Clark approximately 4000 lbs propane forklift; Skyjack 24’ #3219 electric scissor lift (safetied last year); 1998 Dodge truck (as is); 8’ Western snowplow complete with harness and controls; Poly Caster salt unit; 2 post car hoist (3 phase); Powermax 1250 plasma cutter; two Lincoln Ideal arc 250 welders (both with 100’ of cable); Dewalt DG7000E generator with 13 hp Honda engine; 3-pt. hitch PTO driven cement mixer (new); Champion DG 2800 generator; 100 gallon gas tank and electric pump (new); Hilti DD160 core drill complete with two 6” bits, cabinet and water tank; Greenlee hydraulic pipe bender complete with EMT and Ridgid shoes up to 2”; several steel job boxes; 18” floor model band saw with conveyor; tire changing machine; Hoffman tire balancer; 10 fall arrest harnesses; Ridgid 1822 electric pipe threader; Ridgid 1461 chain strong back; Ridgid soil pipe cutter arm; electric sewer snake; two Hilti TES hammer drills; Milwaukee sawzall; 5 Dewalt sawzalls; Dewalt angle drill; Yellow Jacket refrigeration tool; electronic refrigeration charging scale; back flow preventer testing tool; large quantity of hand and rigging tools; hydro pneumatic flusher for dry sprinkler systems; two 48” fans; steel welding tables and work benches; large quantity of warehouse racking; large quantity of scaffolding; King drill press; two Milwaukee chop saws; 5-ton electric chain hoist; massive quantity of new electrical supplies including BX, NMD and other wire and cable, boxes, switches, breakers, disconnects and more; large quantity of new plumbing fittings in copper, black, galvanized, welded and grooved including fittings, hangers and seismic fittings; 40 gallon propane natural vent hot water tank (new in box); large quantity of new and used steel in various sizes and shapes; steel and pipe racking; large assortment of nuts, bolts, threaded rod, screws, nails and other hardware; large assortment of 8’ and 10’ fiberglass step ladders; steel garbage bin; office furniture including 2 large boardroom tables; set of Cambridge digital scales (200 lbs); Honda Argo (in need of restoration); 6 farrowing crates; all steel hay wagon; many other articles too numerous to mention.

Note: This is a very partial listing of an extremely large auction, especially in the tool area, due to the fact much of the equipment is still being used until sale day.

Owner and Auctioneer not responsible for loss or accident.

TERMS Cash or Good Cheque with Proper ID AUCTION CONDUCTED BY Peter Ross Auction Services Ltd. Ingleside, Ontario 613-537-8862 www.peterrossauction.ca 15c

DOUBLE TWILIGHT AUCTION SALE ANTIQUE AND GOOD CLEAN MODERN FURNISHINGS, SMALL ANTIQUES AND COLLECTIBLES INCLUDING 5 NICE BLUE DECORATED CROCKS, QUANTITY OF NEW HUNTING AND FISHING ITEMS AND MUCH MORE To be held at our facility 15093 County Road 18, east of Osnabruck Centre. From Highway 401 take Ingleside Exit #770 Dickinson Dr., travel north approximately 1-1/2 km to Osnabruck Centre, turn east onto County Road 18, travel 1/2 km.

Watch for signs!

THURSDAY, JUNE 14 commencing at 3:30 pm (Doors Open at 2:30 pm) Owner and Auctioneer not responsible for loss or accident.

TERMS Cash or Good Cheque with Acceptable ID Only No Interac, or Credit Card Payments NO BUYER’S PREMIUM APPLIED! PROPRIETORS The remaining items from the DETWEILER Collection as well as household contents from MRS. J. WRIGHT, formerly of Long Sault.

AUCTION CONDUCTED BY Peter Ross Auction Services Ltd. Ingleside, Ontario 613-537-8862 www.peterrossauction.ca 15c

- Proposals to creditors to avoid bankruptcy - Budget and credit counseling - Bankruptcy services For a confidential assessment of your personal financial condition, or that of your company, please contact:

LICENSED & CERTIFIED

AUCTION SALE TRACTORS, MINI EXCAVATOR, LAWN AND GARDEN ITEMS, TOOLS AND SOME HOUSEHOLD EFFECTS To be held on site at Civic #20806 County Road 25 (9th Concession) South of Alexandria. From the village of Alexandria travel straight south approximately 2 km, turn east on County Road 25 (9th Concession), travel approximately 2 km. Watch for Signs!

SATURDAY, JUNE 16 commencing at 10 am Note: This is an extremely well cared for quality package, plan to attend on time as this auction will not exceed 2 hours.

Owner and Auctioneer not responsible for loss or accident.

TERMS Cash or Good Cheque with Proper ID PROPRIETORS Mr. & Mrs. Johann Mader AUCTION CONDUCTED BY Peter Ross Auction Services Ltd. Ingleside, Ontario 613-537-8862 www.peterrossauction.ca 15c

WANTED

Holstein Bull Calves WILL PAY TOP DOLLAR Call Jerome

613-525-3020 or Cell.

613-678-0141

DEJONG MASONRY

Brick - Block Stone - Chimneys - Parging - Repairs Tel. 613-774-1418 Cell: 613-316-0800 dejongmasonry@hotmail.com KEVIN DEJONG

Winchester, ON

Gail Dagg - Senior Administrator, Credit Counsellor David Brown, CA - Licensed Insolvency Trustee, Credit Counsellor

Sale

Goodfellow Hardwood Flooring

$259to$329sq. ft.

Sale

Sale ends June 30, 2018. Stop in and place your order today!

Curran Flooring Centre 18 INDUSTRIAL DR., CHESTERVILLE • 613-448-2068

Licensed Insolvency Trustee

475 MAIN ST., WINCHESTER and FREE 301 MOODIE DR., NEPEAN (HEAD OFFICE) CONSULTATION 613-820-2200 www.collinsbarrowbrown.com

All are welcome to attend our

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Thursday, June 21, 2018 7pm 55 Allison Avenue Morrisburg, ON, K0C 1X0

BBQ FUNDRAISER in support of the Williamsburg build

Friday, June 15 11:30 am to 1pm (rain or shine) 12024 Dawley Drive, Winchester Precision Diesel location Burgers, hot dogs and cold drinks will be served

Public Welcome!

Hosted by:

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Notice is hereby given that the

ANNUAL MEETING of

WINCHESTER DISTRICT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL will be held on

Tuesday, June 26, 2018 at 6:00 pm Winchester District Memorial Hospital Main Level Meeting Room - C1-401 566 Louise Street, Winchester The Corporation of the Winchester District Memorial Hospital will be holding its Annual General Meeting for the purpose of receiving the Annual Report of the Board of Directors and officials of the Hospital, the election of Directors, and for the transaction of such other business as may properly come before the meeting. The By-Laws of the Winchester District Memorial Hospital provide that the Board of Directors shall include the election of Directors by members of the Hospital Corporation.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

is currently recruiting for the position of

AZ FLOAT DRIVER COMPANY: A.L. Blair Construction group is a multifaceted construction company involved in the supply of aggregates, ready mix concrete, hot mix asphalt as well as excavation and road construction services. Company is currently recruiting for an AZ Float driver with hands on experience floating and operating heavy equipment.

REQUIREMENTS: • Floating equipment to various jobsites.

• Securing loads efficiently and effectively.

• Transporting and delivering equipment to jobsites on schedule.

• Ensuring that all necessary safety precautions have been taken in order to transport the load safely.

• Loading equipment individually including; shovels, dozers, rock trucks, rollers etc.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: • Over 3 years experience in floating various forms of heavy equipment.

• Sufficient experience operating heavy equipment (the ability to load equipment on the float) COMPENSATION: • Compensation is above industry standard.

Please forward resume to: justin@alblairconstruction.com

WINCHESTER LOCATION AVAILABLE POSITION:

PARTS COUNTER CLERK This candidate will be under the direction of the parts department manager. To assist the parts manager in serving the customers and mechanical staff of the dealership and to order, receive, stock shelves and deliver parts as required.

Having knowledge of farm power and equipment is a requirement, along with having mechanical aptitude. Knowledge of parts and manuals, and ability to surf the web is also a benefit.

Please send all resumes via e-mail to the attention of Jamie Vanbreugel, Parts Manager, jamievb@reisequipment.ca.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all applicants.

Only the people chosen for an interview will be contacted for an appointment.

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OBITUARY

ST. PAULâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Winchester Office: 613-656-2222 A warm welcome awaits everyone Minister Rev. Bruce Kemp Sunday, June 17 CHURCH CLOSED 11:00 am - Joining with Morewood Presbyterian Church for Anniversary Service 44tfc

OBITUARIES which appeared in the Winchester Press from 2002-2018 are archived on our web site: www.winchesterpress.on.ca

Linda Hutchinson On Mon., June 4, 2018, Linda Hutchinson succumbed to her illness. She suffered from FTD-ALS. She was 72.

Linda grew up in Winchester, trained in Cornwall, and lived in Morewood. She worked as a registered nurse at Kemptville District Hospital for more than 30 years.

She leaves behind her husband of 48 years, Carl; her son Paul and his wife Michelle; her daughter Stephanie and her husband Joel Murton; and her beloved granddaughters, Julia and Carrie-Anne Murton, and Sarah Hutchinson; as well as her sisters, Catherine Coulter and Laney Lacelle.

We are sure she can now be found on the 19th hole. She will be greatly missed.

A celebration of Lindaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held at a later date.

Donations may be made to the ALS Society.

Condolences, tributes, and donations may be made at Hulse, Playfair and McGarry online at www.hpmcgarry.ca or by calling 613-774-1117.

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IN MEMORIAM

~ MUNRO ~ In loving memory of a dear Wife, Mother, and Grandmother, SHIRLEY JEAN, who passed away June 15, 2007.

WINCHESTER BAPTIST CHURCH Traditional Music-centred Services

Sunday 11:00 am - Worship Service, Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church available Everyone Welcome Pastors Bud McKibbon Mollie McKibbon 43tfc

Within our hearts we always keep a special place for you.

And try to do our best to live, as you would want us to.

As we loved you, so we miss you, in our memory you are near.

Loved, remembered, longed for always, with the passing of each year.

A silent thought, a secret tear, keeps your memory ever dear.

COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Dixons Corners 613-652-2400 (Church) Pastor Aaron Thompson Sunday 10:00 am - Morning Worship Service Join us!

Nursery provided at all services 15tfc

Forever in our hearts, Lyle, Kathy & Orlan, Ron & Janet, Carl & Carolyn, Lyndon & Judy and families.

Thank You

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Many of Alvin Runnallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s colleagues and family came out for the unveiling of the new Alvin Runnalls Forest Sun., June 10. Pictured are: Lawrence Levere (left), Doug Thompson, Shirley Scott, Dawn Runnalls, Rachel Leigh, Christophe Derval, Mayor Eric Duncan and Deputy-Mayor Gerry Boyce.

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SD&G honours Alvin Runnalls

by Kory Glover Press staff

MOREWOOD â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Two years ago, the region lost one of its most community-spirited, beloved members in Alvin Runnalls, a man who worked tirelessly to give back to his township throughout his run as North Dundasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; mayor and other ventures.

The United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry decided to give back to Runnalls and his family Sun., June 10 by renaming and dedicating what was previously known as the Morewood Bog as the Alvin Runnalls Forest.

The ceremony invited the whole county to celebrate a beloved member of the township. Friends and colleagues of Runnalls spoke at the unveiling, as did his daughter

Rachel, sharing their stories, memories and appreciation to everyone who came out to celebrate his life. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great to see that the community is recognizing and celebrating [Alvinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s] involvement in conservation and the environment,â&#x20AC;? said Rachel. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He was really passionate about fitness, if he were here to see that his work would lead to being a part of interlocking hiking pathways, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be overjoyed and so proud.â&#x20AC;?

Runnallsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; widow, Dawn, said that the ceremony was a very nice way to honour her husband. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The ceremony was very nice,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He cared about his community and the environment around it and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very nice that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s appreciated for everything he did.â&#x20AC;?

Mayor Eric Duncan re-

vealed to the Winchester Press that future plans are in motion for Alvin Runnalls Forest to be used as a geocaching site. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Someone came in contact with me and asked if they can put geocoins out there,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possible that geocaching might start soon.â&#x20AC;?

Geocaching is a popular activity where hikers can use a GPS, mobile device or any other navigational device to hide and seek out containers called geocaches. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Geocaching has become a very popular activity over the years,â&#x20AC;? said Lawrence Levere, South Nation Conservationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s communications committee chair. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nothing is certain yet, but I can say for certain that if thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nothing going here now, there will be sometime in the future.â&#x20AC;?

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The RCMP Mounties entertained the crowd with choreographed cavalry drills to music.

Press Photo – Glover

RCMP rides into Russell

by Kory Glover Press staff

RUSSELL – The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) took center stage earlier this month at the Russell Fairgrounds to show off a true Canadian experience of choreographed cavalry drills.

The Mounties rode their majestic black horses to show off their different types of drills including the carousel, the charge, the line-up and many more.

“The Musical Ride is such an important opportunity for local police to give back to

the community,” said RCMP Const. Jennifer Fraser. “I heard someone say that we nearly sold out the show and that makes me very proud.”

Before the show started at 6:30 pm, the audience got two opening feautres from the Capital Cowgirls and the Canadian Veteran Service Dogs Unit (CVSDU).

The cowgirls strutted their stuff on their horses around the arena to get the crowd amped up for what the RCMP had planned for them. However, CVSDU tugged at heartstrings with a presentation about the need

for service dogs to aid PTSD sufferers and surprised Tina Boileau, mother of Ottawa’s butterfly boy, Jonathan Pitre, with a portrait of Pitre’s honourary service dog, Gibson.

“Gibson knew exactly what Jonathan needed,” said Pam Masey, a volunteer for CVSDU. “We wanted to make Gibson an honourary service dog because he was Jonathan’s best friend. Jonathan would always want to make sure that Gibson was taken care of no matter what happened to him.

It’s an incredibly sweet story of what these animals can do to help people.”

Coffee for campers As we tiptoe further into the summer months, more and more kids are unable to enjoy the joys of creating memories of swimming, making arts and crafts and building new friendships at camp. That’s why all Tim Horton’s coffee sales from Wed., June 6’s Camp Day will go towards helping kids from underprivileged families make some summer memories. “Camp Day is held the first Wednesday of June and 100 per cent of coffee sales will go towards helping kids go to camp,” said owner Robert St. Denis. “We’re getting a lot of support from the community.”

Pictured: Tim Horton’s employees Jolene Moore (left) Justin Boyer and Kathy Barkley.

Press Photo – Glover

Rocking the block at O-YA Through popular demand, Osgoode Youth Association’s (O-YA) Summer Block Party came back Sat., June 9 with plenty of forms of entertainment for everyone of all ages. According to O-YA executive director Nicole McKerracher, the summer block party was to be a one time event last year during Canada’s 150. However, there was such a demand for another one that they had no choice but to bring it back.

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he era of new technology in dairy production is no longer on the horizon, it is here and farmers across the country are beginning to embrace new opportunities to help make their facilities more efficient.

According to Stats Canada, approximately 8.5 per cent of Canadian producers have adopted robotic milking on their farms, but there are more opportunities appearing on the market.

Equipment such as automatic manure scrapers, feeders, and bedding machines

are all available to be implemented on dairy farms. This new step for agriculture is very beneficial for producers and animals alike. By automating systems on their farms, farmers can provide a more consistent environment for their animals often resulting in more flexible management.

Through the use of automatic manure scrapers, producers have the chance to improve animal cleanliness and hoof health, which contribute to increased animal welfare and longevity of their herd. Manure scrapers help to move manure through the barn without requiring the farmer to move cattle

and use a tractor or skid steer that may disrupt and stress the animals.

Automatic feeders and mixers are also entering the dairy scene and they will make it possible to feed a more consistent diet and ensure nutritional accuracy for their animals. It weighs the feedstuffs and proper additives that have been pre-determined by the farmer and nutritionist and mixes them together.

Having a reliable way to provide a structured diet ensures that milk production does not drop due to a change in the cattle’s ration.

Farmers who have adopted these types of technologies indicate they have been

Barn bedding basics

by Erica Sayles, OMAFRA nimal welfare will always be a top priority for dairy farmers, which means they want to ensure their animals are kept healthy and comfortable throughout their time on the farm.

For farmers to ensure the continued comfort of their cattle, they must select the type of bedding that suits both the farmers and their cattle’s needs.

There are a variety of bedding options available, and producers base their choice on many factors. They want an absorbent bedding that will keep the cows stalls and lying areas dry, and reduce bacterial growth.

Key aspects that are considered when choosing a bedding type are: local availability, cost effectiveness, equipment needs and compatibility with their barn design. For example, if a farmer is bedding with straw they may want a straw chopper, or if a farmer is using wood shavings they will need a dry storage area.

Sand bedding provides a high level of comfort, reduces bacterial growth compared with organic bedding choices, and is cost effective. One limitation of sand

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able to handle their cattle with less hired labour and have noticed more content cattle. These feeding systems also provide the opportunity for farmers to manage their animals as individuals rather than a herd, and farmers can observe and deal with changes as they come.

On a large scale, agricultural technology has grown in the last decade to having almost nine per cent of herds in Ontario using robotic systems.

The rapid onset of innovation has farmers shifting conventional practices to more modern and efficient ones, resulting in better welfare and milk production.

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is that it is hard on equipment, and machine parts need to be replaced more frequently due to the gritty nature of the material.

Wood shavings have high levels of absorption, and it does not require further processing on farm. Disadvantages to shavings are the amount of dust and fines that are produced during its application.

Without adequate ventilation, the dust and fines from shavings reduce the air quality of the facility, leading to a higher risk of respiratory problems.

Straw is one of the most accessible options as it is a by-product of wheat production, however winter wheat production is declining and that could affect the availability and use of straw as a bedding material. Producers would grow and sell their own wheat, or work with a nearby crop farmer who will harvest it, while the dairy producer bales the stalks.

Overall, bedding animals on dairy farms is part of the everyday routine to ensure cattle are clean and content. While management of the facility plays a large role in cow comfort, the type of bedding used can have just as big of an impact.

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total score. Second place – Rosenhill Farm, 894 total score. Third place – Ferme St Malo, 879 total score.

Stormont County: First place – Ferme LCM Quesnel, Marc Quesnel, Moose Creek, 863 total score.

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he Winchester Press is once again proud to feature the top farms in local herd listings from the 2017 CanWest DHI (Dairy Herd Improvement) Ontario Progress Report.

Ontario’s best The local region had six farms place in the top 49 with the lowest SCC (somatic cell counts) in the province.

Among those were Midlee Holsteins, operated by Jim and Connie McDiarmid, along with their sons, in the Vernon area. The farm, with 130 cows, had an average SCC of 66.

Evan and Jacquie Porteous’ Harmony View Farm, with 47 cows on average, posted a SCC count of 78.

Jean Marc Gregoire’s Marionville operation, totalling 50 cows, had an average SCC of 83, while Ryan Devries’ Toyshill Farm, milking 45 cows, scored a 93 SCC. Rounding out the local entries was Crysler’s JeanCharles Landry, milking 68 cows and averaging a 97 SCC. In the Holstein bracket for top herds for average BCA by breed, Morewood’s Glen Haven Farms, operated by the MacGregor family, was 15th with 303.3.

For Ayrshire, Eleanor and Jeff Robinson’s Tile Croft Farms was second with 256.3.

In top herd management. Gerald and Janet Vanbokhorst’s Osgoode-area Topfarm Holsteins was 32nd with a score of 899, while Mountain’s Vriesdale

Publishable Herd Listings The following rank listings of the highest production herds for publishable milk records are based on the annual summary reports generated for each herd enrolled with CanWest DHI. The report is a detailed summary of production and BCA for milk, butterfat, and protein for eligible Farm (Henry and Robert Velthuis and family) finished records that reached 305 days in milk, or terminated at 33rd with 899 with a robotic milking system. or before 305 days in milk, between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, In the 34th spot was Fredwill Holsteins (Albert and 2017.

Linda Harbers and family) in the Brinston area, with a Carleton County: First place – Weeberlac Farm, score of 899.

305.3 BCA. Second place – Topfarm Holsteins, 297.3 BCA. Third place – Midlee Holsteins, 294.7 BCA. Herd Management Dundas County: First place – Glen Haven Farms, Listed are the top three farms in the region that 303.7 BCA. Second place – James-Dean Holsteins, placed among the best for herd management.

284.7 BCA. Third place – RicRodReg Holsteins, 283.3 Carleton County: First place – Topfarm Holstens, BCA. 899 total score. Second place – Alexerin Dairy, 891 Grenville County: First place – Gerann Holsteins, total score. Third place – Midlee Holsteins, 873 total 278.7 BCA. Second place – Rideauside Farms, 254 score.

BCA. Third place – Lethbridge Farms, 252.7 BCA. Dundas County: First place – Vriesdale Farm, 899 Russell County: First place – Bertom Farm, 319.3 total score. Second place – Fredwill Holsteins, 899 total BCA. Second place – Sunrise Holsteins, 288.7 BCA. score. Third place – Breteler Farms, 849 total score.

Third place – Ferme St Malo, 286 BCA. Grenville County: First place – Gerann Holsteins, Stormont County: First place – Wielendale Farm, 870 total score.

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Ration feeding in first 60 days of life ups milk production

by Mario S. Mongeon OMAFRA livestock specialist

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n recent years the topic of intensified milk feeding has become a focus of attention by the research community.

Several aspects have been studied such as how to best manage the nutrition and nutrient intake and weaning of the calf.

There is consensus amongst researchers on the value of providing a greater supply of nutrients from milk or milk replacer.

There are also arguments for improving welfare status by following the same concept. This higher plane of nutrition implies that we need to feed calves for a specific rate of daily gain, much higher than previously considered.

Earlier this year, interesting research findings were published in the Dairy Science Journal. A group of scientists from Cornell University examined data collected over a 10-year period from two different herds and involved a total of approximately 1,900 heifers.

In both of these herds, heifer calves were fed large quantities of high quality milk replacer. The milk replacers used during the period of these observations were both commercially available 28 per cent CP and were either 15 or 20 per cent fat. The overall objective of the calf nutrition program in both herds was to double the birth weight of calves by weaning which took place at around 56 days of age. Several parameters

was used and it was demonstrated that enhancing growth through increased To have a positive influence on lifetime performance: intake of milk replacer could also support changes in future lactation milk yield.

• Use high quality milk replacer or whole milk to feed the calves The key here is the density and quality of nutrient in the milk replacer. Data from • Feed milk or milk replacer for at least 5 weeks this study indicates that the digestibility, • Preweaning average daily gains should be high, around 820g per protein quality, and protein level of the day. milk replacer along with total energy intake appear to be critical to generate the • During the colder months, feed more or increase energy content of milk response. feed to compensate for greater energy requirements.

Among the two farms involved in this study, calves born during the winter produced, on average, less milk during were recorded such as: birth weight, These results indicate that increased their first lactation than calves born during date of birth, average daily gain, health, growth rate before weaning triggers the summer. Considering that calves were treatment, weaning weight, age at first changes in the expression of the genetic fed constant levels of milk throughout the calving, milk production for first, and potential of the animal. Although more year, these observations might be related subsequent lactation just to name a few. research will be needed to elucidate the to energy intake above maintenance.

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Subclinical milk fever â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a sneaky (and costly) problem

by Mario S. Mongeon OMAFRA livestock specialist

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he most critical period of the year for a dairy cow is during transition from late gestation to early lactation.

In those five to six weeks, many changes will take place for the animal.

The end of gestation and the onset of lactation trigger substantial hormonal changes. Simultaneously, the cowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s metabolism will divert nutrients from the cow towards milk production. To further complicate the early part of this transition period, her feed intake is at its lowest around calving time and will not reach its maximum until several weeks after calving.

One quite common metabolic disorder, milk fever or hypocalcemia, is caused by the inability of the cow to meet calcium demand for colostrum and milk production. When this condition is mild and acute milk fever symptoms are not observed we use the term subclinical milk fever. Although a subclinical disorder may occur unnoticed, it can still influence dairy cow health and performance. Subclinical milk fever has been demonstrated to be a prevalent condition across herds in the United States and there is no reason to believe that it is any different in Canada.

A group of researchers from Cornell University evaluated the association between pre- calving blood magnesium concentration as well as other risk factors with the incidence of subclinical milk fever. A total of 301 cows from 2 herds were used in the study. One of the herds had a pre-calving ration formulated to provide a negative dietary cation-anion difference (DCAD) (-6.9 3mEq/100g of DM ) while the second one had a low but positive DCAD (7.3mEq/100g of DM).

Low dietary magnesium is a welldocumented risk factor for milk fever.

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Low magnesium levels in the pre-calving ration Positive DCAD in the pre-calving ration Third or more lactation animals are more likely to be affected Animals with calcium blood concentration lesser or equal to 2.4 mmol/L one week prior to calving â&#x20AC;˘ Lameness at calving magnesium levels between 0.3 and 0.4 per cent of dry matter could lessen the occurrence of milk fever. Both herds used in the present research project were fed rations containing 0.36 to 0.45 per cent magnesium on a dry matter basis. Considering that the magnesium levels fed were within or slightly above the recommended range, only a few animals were classified with low blood magnesium prior to calving. Because of this, researchers were unable to link precalving blood magnesium concentration and subclinical milk fever.

Blood calcium levels and parity effect Blood samples were taken from cows at calving, and calcium concentration was measured for each animal. First calf heifers were less likely to suffer from subclinical milk fever but the prevalence of subclinical milk fever increased with parity. The observed incidence was two per cent, 40 per cent and 66 per cent for first, second and third or greater parities.

Furthermore, animals starting their third or more lactation were 70 per cent more likely to be affected by subclinical milk fever. No matter what the parity was, multiparous animals with calcium blood concentrations lesser or equal to 2.4 mmol/L one week prior to calving were 40 per cent more likely to suffer from

subclinical milk fever than cows with a blood calcium concentration greater than 2.4 mmol/L. Pre-calving ration Animals from the herd with a positive DCAD ration were 50 per cent more likely to be affected with subclinical milk fever than cows from the herd with the negative DCAD ration. Numerous studies have confirmed that lowering DCAD before calving reduces the risk for clinical and sub-clinical milk fever. Using anionic salts or other means to modify the DCAD value of the pre-calving ration can go a long way in preventing clinical and sub clinical milk fever.

Lowered DCAD generates a beneficial, mild metabolic acidosis. This mild blood acidosis makes the cow respond by mobilizing Ca stores from the blood, which in turn lowers the risk of subclinical milk fever. This acidosis should be confirmed by testing urine pH. The normal urine pH of dairy cow is around 8.0. When feeding low DCAD diets a urine pH of about 7.0 (more acidic) will indicate if the pre-calving ration is doing what it should be doing. Anyone feeding anionic salts should be doing urine pHs routinely to insure adequate response from the cows.

Lameness as a risk factor Although we think of subclinical milk

fever as a problem occurring at calving time, it can also arise a few days after calving. According to the researchersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; findings, lameness at calving can exacerbate the risk of subclinical milk fever at two days in milk. Cows with normal calcium levels at calving but showing signs of lameness had 3.2 times increased risk of being diagnosed with sub-clinical milk fever two day after calving.

Several studies conducted in the last decade have shown a number of negative outcomes from sub-clinical milk fever events. Animals affected are more likely to suffer from retained placenta, metritis, displaced abomasum and mastitis.

Milk production will also be negatively impacted. The key message here is: even if we do not see a clinical case of milk fever in the herd, it does not mean that everything is fine. Signs such as lack of appetite, poor dry matter intake in early lactation, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;flatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lactation curve may all be indications of a sub-clinical milk fever problem. Enabling a cow to mobilise calcium efficiently in the early stages of her lactation will have a positive impact on the economic return and the overall health status of the animal. Anionic salts have historically had the reputation of being highly unpalatable and significantly reducing dry matter intake, which is to be avoided. Newer products have reduced this side-effect and many feed companies offer feeding programs for close up dry cows with DCAD that are designed to manage subclinical milk fever.

The way a cow handles the transition period will define the success of her following lactation. The origin of several metabolic disorders can be traced back to the transition period. Implementing sound management practices and understanding the challenges specific to that period will help to mitigate these disorders.

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Pick of the crop: developing your selection strategy

by Mario S. Mongeon OMAFRA livestock specialist

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hen visiting dairy farms, I Number of replacement animals kept annually am often surprised to see the for a hundred cow herd* number of heifers raised. In p p y many cases, pretty much all females born Age at first calving Replacement rate (%) on the farm will be raised and eventually (Months) 25% 30% 35% milked. I often ask why such and such animal was raised, and the reason is often 24 26 31 36 vague. It usually involves what I call the 26 28 33 39 “insurance factor.”

28 31 36 42 Examples of insurance factors have * Mortality rate from weaning to calving:2% included: keeping everything in order to try them out; and, making sure that this potentially outstanding milker stays in the This index is a valuable overall genetic herd. selection tool and considers factors such Selecting based on actual results, not Selection strategy pointers as: production; durability; health; and, prediction is appealing to many. This can fertility. LPI aims to identify become very expensive. This • Limit the number of heifers raised on your farm animals that are expected to insurance factor can involve Selection and transmit superior genetics to more requirements in terms • Raise only the best ones, it makes economic sense their progeny, which makes of labour, barn space, feed culling is a • Define your objectives and develop a selection strategy them more profitable. and so on. In the long balancing For heifers, the LPI value run, the insurance factor • Use new tools such as sexed semen and genomics wisely to improve act between is based on parentage only becomes quite costly. What your strategy as no specific data exists if only the best animals economics, milk • Pay attention to calving dates in order to distribute replacements over for a heifer that has not yet would be raised? What if production, and the whole year begun milking. There is a the size of the replacement genetic progress new tool that can be used herd was reduced? What • Stick to your plan to increase the accuracy if the replacement rate of predicting the genetic potential of was reduced? These three objectives an animal used to make the selection could potentially be met if a plan was group to another such as temperament, or raised from this group should be kept to a decision: genomics. put in place and a selection strategy was other characteristics not accounted for by minimum.

Genomic testing looks at specific implemented. The outcome would be the LPI index.

The Goners group is the tail group, DNA markers of genes that influence substantial financial and labour savings The Keepers group consists of cows LPI wise. Although you will want the key production traits. These markers are and superior replacement animals. and heifers with LPI values above the milk from these animals, you do not distributed across the chromosomes that Selection and culling is a balancing act want to keep any heifers as replacements. compose the genetic makeup of a specific herd average. Replacement animals between economics, milk production, and should mainly come from these dams.

Since the decision to not keep the calf is genetic progress. In order to implement the animal. Genomic testing panels come in They should be bred with excellent already made, breeding should be made different sizes based on the number of best strategy, one needs to identify goals. sires in order to optimize genetic gain. accordingly. markers analyzed. Using genomics to Genetic progress goals will determine Using sexed semen for this group can be Once you know the composition of select heifers increases the rate of LPI selection intensity and vice-versa. the Keepers group, it is important to progress made versus traditional selection beneficial since it can shift the sex ratio In order to achieve a fast genetic gain, of live calves from the standard 50-50 to define how many heifer calves will be methods. Genomic testing can be done the selection needs to be more intense. an average of 90 per cent females and 10 kept annually for replacement purposes. on dairy calves at an early age, giving As the selection intensity increases, only A good starting point is to have a look valuable information on the genetic value per cent males or 90-10 ratio. This can the best cows and superior heifers will prove invaluable to optimize the number at table one. This table gives the number of a potential dairy replacement heifer. be selected to give rise to replacement of females born from the best individuals of replacements to keep annually for a Once the cows and heifers are ranked animals and only the best bulls will be of the herd. Since the fertility of sexed hundred milking cow herd, according from highest to poorest LPI value on used as sires for replacement heifers. semen might be reduced, it is advisable to to different replacement rates and age a piece of paper, the breeder is better Calves from the remaining animals in privilege its use on heifers. at first calving. Find the situation that equipped to visualize the selection the herd will not be kept for replacement The Maybe’s group includes animals best describes your farm and look at the process. Three groups of animals should purposes. with average LPI values and may, if number of heifers you should have in your emerge from this list: the Keepers, the The selection process can start by needed, give rise to some replacement barn at any given time. How does that ranking animals based on a simple number Maybe’s and the Goners. Other factors animals. The number of replacements compare to your actual numbers? might be used to move cows from one – their Lifetime Profit Index or LPI.

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Fertility fears with high somatic cell counts

by Mario S. Mongeon OMAFRA livestock specialist

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here are many good reasons to monitor somatic cell counts (SCCs) in milk from individual cows.

Keeping your animals healthy and productive is one of them. Elevated SCCs can result in revenue losses from reduced milk production, potential penalties, altered milk quality and increased culling risks. Monitoring SCCs in milk from individual cows can improve your herd’s health, including improved reproduction performance.

Somatic cells in milk consist mainly of a cow’s white blood cells. They are little soldiers fighting against mastitiscausing bacteria entering the udder. These cells are always in milk. However, when an infectious agent enters the udder or

when the udder is damaged, somatic cells number can increase substantially.

Recent studies reveal udder infections adversely affect fertility, which is why you should monitor and keep SCCs of individual cows low.

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Subclinical mastitis may also disrupt fertility and can reduce conception probability even more so than clinical mastitis. This is likely due to its long-term, chronic nature. In one study, one third of the subclinical mastitis cows had abnormal follicular development, specifically at the hormonal level that delayed ovulation when cows were affected by subclinical mastitis before first breeding.

Elevated SCCs also can be linked to reproduction problems. A Japanese research team analysed the relationship of high SCCs with the incidence of abnormal resumption of the oestrus cycle after calving and reproductive performance.

They studied reproductive performance of more than 350 cows from six commercial dairy herds during a three-year period. The researchers found cows with high SCCs, ranging between 200,000 to 500,000 cells

per millilitre, had a higher incidence of prolonged luteal phase than cows with SCCs between 50,000 to 100,000.

These prolonged luteal periods occurred because the corpus luteum was maintained and failed to regress. A prolonged luteal phase is associated with lower first service conception rate and more services per conception.

Cows with SCCs of 200,000 to 500,000 had more days from calving to conception than cows with SCCs lower than 200,000.

A study has shed some light on the relationship between SCCs and reduced dairy cow fertility. Researchers examined mastitis’ effects on the oocytes ability to undergo maturation, fertilization and further development in-vitro. Their findings reveal the oocytes developmental ability was significantly affected when SCCs were above 200,000.

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The benefit of compost bedded pack barn

by Mario S. Mongeon OMAFRA livestock specialist

Studies done in the United States indicate that 89 per cent of the farms had a significant increase in milk production when moving their cows from the previous housing system to the compost bedded pack barn. The average increase was 956 kg per cow per year. Obviously, several other changes were made when the cows were moved to the new barn and these changes also contributed the production increase.

The recommended bedding material to promote optimal composting is fine and dry sawdust. One-hundred-and-twenty square feet of usable pack per cow is required for proper composting of the pack, optimal cow cleanliness and animal comfort and health and it is listed as the space required in the current Code of Practice. Studies have shown that cow cleanliness in compost bedding pack barns deteriorates when pack moisture content

litre of water per square foot of pack per day can evaporate. This represents 55 to 60 litres of water evaporating on a 120 any think that tie-stall barns square foot per cow basis, daily. This do not have a long-term future evaporation process is critical, as bedding because they will not be deemed itself cannot absorb all the water from acceptable by consumers and belief the urine and manure. dairy value chain is compromised because As and where needed, sawdust is added of the cowsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; limited ability to express her and incorporated to maintain the ideal natural behaviours. carbon to nitrogen (30:1) ratio of the pack Farmers transitioning to newer and to manage moisture content of the facilities have become interested in pack. The more animals per surface a niche barn type in Canada known area, the more moisture in the as a Compost Bedded Pack. It is a form of urine and manure will be barn concept very appealing for a deposited on the pack. number of reasons. Cow comfort Animal density is a critical sits at the top of the list of benefits factor for the success of pack provided by this housing system. A management. In order for the Workshop series this winter put on pack to compost properly, the

by OMAFRA Dairy Team attracted right amount of moisture needs over 135 farmers who were to be maintained. When the pack interested in learning more about becomes too wet, the biological this kind of barn. activity slows down, as air (oxygen) Over the last decade, several is displaced by moisture, then less authors reported that the compost heat gets produced and less water bedded pack barn provides animals evaporates, exacerbating the initial with better freedom of movement problem. and added comfort to lie down in It is nearly impossible to a natural way. In a comparison establish a compost bedded pack study investigating conventional during the cold season. The free stall and compost bedded pack composting process within the barns, lower prevalence of lameness pack needs to be well underway, and hock injuries was reported in ideally, before the onset of winter. compost bedded pack barn.

A composted pack is typically The 2015 National Dairy Study cleaned out once, or twice, per of health and management conducted Furthermore, 57 per cent of the farms increases. If the animal density gets too year and most farmers retain some of the in Canada reported that lameness reported a significant improvement in heat high, the moisture builds up in the pack composting material from a portion of prevalence, including mild cases, by detection rates. Higher pregnancy rates and managing it becomes problematic. the pack to help re-start the composting barn type was greater in tie stall (32 per were reported on 71 per cent of the farms.

Pack management is a balancing act. process after clean out for the new pack. cent) than pack barn (12.5 per cent).

An average of five per cent reduction Twice a day, pack tilling is performed The compost bedded pack barn Lameness prevalence in free stall barns in herd turnover rate was also reported using a rototiller or other deep-tillage demonstrates great potential to provide was reported to be 27.5 per cent. The following the change in housing system. equipment, such as a cultivator. a comfortable environment conducive study also revealed that hock injuries Two thirds of the farms noted a reduction Cultivation or rototilling the pack twice to dairy cow welfare and productivity. were more prevalent in tie stall and free in mastitis infection rates which was daily allows manure, urine and sawdust As for any system, optimal management stall barns (21 per cent and 19 per cent defined as a percentage of cows with a to be mixed together along with oxygen will go a long way in making the respectively) than in pack barn where somatic cell count greater than 200,000. to optimise composting throughout the compost bedding pack barn work. Pack only two per cent of cases were observed.

The layout of this type of barn closely pack. The biological activity within the moisture control is the most important Although the number of pack barns resembles the conventional free stall pack generates substantial amounts of management factor and trying to cut included in this study was rather limited, barn where the stalls are replaced by a heat. As it escapes from the compost, the costs by not using enough sawdust or the significant difference of injury compost bedded pack. Milking is usually heat promotes evaporation of considerable skipping tillage of the pack will lead to prevalence in pack barns is quite striking. performed in a parlour or by robotic units. amounts of water from the pack. Half a poor performance of the system.

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Check water system for pressure, contaminants

Water: are your cows getting enough?

Mario S. Mongeon OMAFRA livestock specialist

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ecause it is all around us, we tend to take water for granted.

Nevertheless, water is the most important essential nutrient supplied to dairy cattle.

Water intake can be affected by various factors such as milk production, dry matter of the ration, sodium intake, and ambient temperature. It is a good thing to keep in mind that 87 percent of the make up of milk is water. A typical dairy cow can consume an average of 115 litres of water daily. A cow can fulfill up to sixty percent of her daily requirements for water in the hour following milking. It is therefore crucial that water availability be adequate.

A cow can ingest up to 16 litres of water per minute when she has access to a water trough. Flow rates in water bowls should be monitored to make sure that the delivery rate is at least four litres per minute. Behaviour studies have shown that cows will spend less than 30 minutes a day drinking. High producing cows are known to absorb up to 160 litres of water during that short period of time and so, good access to water and adequate flow rates are key. One should remember that in tie-stall barn designs, just after

milking, many cows will be drinking at the same time and the last bowl on the line should deliver as much water as the first one. In order to achieve this goal, delivery pressure and size of piping are critical.

The longer the waterline, the less the pressure and flow rate will be at the end.

Similarly, the smaller the diameter of the pipe, the faster the pressure and flow will drop along its length. This is why it is important to avoid any restriction on the line, especially close to the pump, since it will have an impact on the downstream

system. Remember, the water pump is the heart of the system and should be chosen according to the pressure and flow rate required. It also needs to be inspected and serviced regularly.

Water pipes should be checked for clogging regularly, especially if the delivery system is made from galvanized pipes. For example, the clean pipe in the picture on the left is one inch in diameter.

The clogged pipe has the same original diameter but now with an aperture of a quarter of an inch, 25 per cent of the original the original diameter.

For a similar water pressure, the clogged pipe will deliver 15 times less water than a similar size clean pipe. This can seriously impact cow productivity.

Water bowls and water troughs should be cleaned regularly to make sure that water consumption is not affected simply by deficient hygiene.

Several factors can affect water quality and thus consumption including: dissolved minerals; bacteriological contaminants; chemicals and organic matter. On most farms, water comes from private wells.

Do you know what is in the groundwater under your farm? It is a good idea to have water from your well tested regularly. The test should include both bacteriological and mineral aspects.

Many laboratories offer water testing services. Have a look at your watering system today. What you find might surprise you.

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Each hutch costs approximately $600 according to local farmer, Derek Noort. The hutches provide user-friendly access for cleaning and storing.

The hutches come in different sizes to allow single calf housing and groupings of multiple calves.

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“They’re fairly user-friendly if you WINCHESTER ask me,” he said. “You can easily take or years, farmers were tethering the gate right off and put it over the their calves in their hutches without entrance in case of bad weather and the much freedom to roam or bask in hutch flips right up for easy access to the sunshine. clean inside and the backside. They also Now, VDK Products is helping come in different sizes that allow singles farmers who use calf hutches to allow and groups which is really helpful.” the animals more time outside and more Cleaning is probably the biggest space to move about with a gate attached hassle he has to deal with because to the front entrance. residue and other messes get stuck in There is a cost, however, as farmers the grass easily, but Noort might have a look to give better quality of living for solution. their livestock.

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Support strong for Canadian dairy industry

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subject to the same standards as Canadian products, and that this should be part of the terms of the new NAFTA agreement.

Seven Canadians out of 10 totally agree with this opinion.

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he number of Canadians who want to see more done by the federal government to defend the country’s dairy sector during NAFTA negotiations is very high.

The large majority of Canadians, 75 per cent in all, believe the Canadian dairy sector should be defended and that the federal government should make more effort to do so at the NAFTA negotiating table, according to recent Ipsos poll.

Three Canadians out of four agree that the Canadian dairy sector should be defended in the context of the NAFTA renegotiation, with almost half of all Canadians (46 per cent) in total agreement with this statement, and this sentiment is stronger in Quebec and Ontario.

Additionally, eight Canadians out of 10 share Canadian dairy farmers’ concerns with regard to the NAFTA renegotiation and the potential concessions that could result from this effort.

Interestingly, the ability of the government to protect the Canadian dairy industry is likely to impact Canadians’

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About the study These are some of the findings of an Ipsos poll conducted for the Dairy Farmers of Canada.

For this survey, a sample of 1,000 Canadians 18 or older were interviewed online via the Ipsos I-Say panel and non-panel sources. Quota sampling and weighting were employed to balance demographics to ensure that the sample’s composition reflects that of the adult population according to recent census data, and to provide results intended to approximate the sample universe.

The precision of Ipsos online polls is measured using a credibility interval. In this case, the poll is accurate to within ±3.1 percentage points, 19 times out of 20, had all Canadian adults been polled.

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Summer safety tips for farmers

by Bruce Buttar Ontario Federation of Agriculture director

ways to reduce the strain of working in hot weather. Wear appropriate clothing like loose fitting cotton and moisture wicking fabrics. Stay hydrated yourself and have GUELPH plenty of water available for everyone. ummer on the farm is exciting and Proper employee training and supervision busy. can go a long way to prevent heat stress The days are longer, the weather and hot weather related injuries or is warmer, and it’s a privilege to watch our illnesses. Everyone should know the signs crops and animals growing throughout the of heat stress and what to do if someone summer months. experiences distress.

But farm work can be risky and Any job that causes your body unpredictable at times, especially when temperature to rise has the potential to we’re working outside in the elements. cause heat stress, but there are ways Heat stress, extended sun exposure and to keep workers safe, no matter where longer working hours are risks farmers you work. Heat stress can lead to heat and farm workers often face during the exhaustion, heat stroke, heart attack and summer as a result of Ontario’s climate other physical health effects. Heat stress and our short growing season. can also impact business on a farm when The Ontario Federation of Agriculture jobs are often tied to weather or available (OFA) reminds its members, their farm labour. families and employees to stay safe and Knowing the symptoms of heat stress is take precautions this summer to prevent just as important as prevention. If you or heat stress and exhaustion. someone you’re working with show signs OFA recently expanded its of fatigue, light headedness, dizziness, relationship with Workplace Safety & blurred vision, difficulty focusing Prevention Services (WSPS) to a formal or excessive sweating, take action partnership through a memorandum of immediately by removing yourself or your understanding. We’re happy to offer OFA co-worker to a cooler location and drink members farm safety and prevention plenty of water. resources to help keep everyone safe To all our farming members, take care and healthy. WSPS has released key tips this summer and stay safe. We’ve already to prevent heat stress for agricultural experienced some hot weather and it’s a workers and anyone else who works good reminder of what summers on the outside. farm in Ontario are like. Stay safe this Safety is everyone’s responsibility on summer. a farm. OFA reminds Ontario farmers to For more information on heat stress or work safely and watch out for each other. other farm safety resources, visit Prevention is key and there are plenty of ofa.on.ca.

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Rural Affairs and the Eastern Ontario “Yield monitoring just looking at Crop Advisory Committee. those maps, the visual representation of The premiere field crop conference what went on out in the field in eastern Ontario was can be revealing at times. held in February of this I might pick something up Helping year at the North Grenville that I hadn’t thought about.

Municipal Centre and farmers to Whether that’s a drainage farmers from around the get the most issue or a fertility issue, at region got insight into the out of their least I can identify there’s fasted growing field in some variability out there and fields farming- technology. maybe there’s the opportunity Ohio State University to adjust and improve the associate professor John operation.”

Fulton presented a comprehensive As far as what the future hold, report on digital agriculture and finding it’s tough to predict but the farms of value in farm data. With some farmers reluctant to invest heavily in constantly tomorrow will rely much more on apps and automation. changing technology, Fulton believes “I think we’re going to see more it’s a vital tool that can add value and automation in a five to 10 year time confirm that the job is being done right. frame. I think we’re just on the fringes.

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How wheat it is!

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t’s no secret that farmers want high yields and stability in their crops.

There’s been a big shift in crop rotations in recent years with more land being dedicated to corn and soybeans and a sharp reduction in spring cereals and forages. But according to University of Guelph field crop agronomist and assistant professor Dr. Dave Hooker, taking a page out of farms from the 1950s and diversifying crops can have a positive impact on yields and farm systems.

Several long-term studies conducted at Ridgetown and Elora in Southwestern Ontario have shown that wheat has a clear benefit in the yields of corn and soybeans.

“10 years ago we didn’t have very good data to support our statements about the value of the wheat in the rotation, we didn’t have that quantified. Now we have the numbers to justify wheat in the rotation more. Wheat in the system increases our soybean yield by four to six bushels per acre… We show that corn yields increase on average by 15 bu/ac with wheat in the system. Also, it’s very difficult to include cover crops into a corn soybean rotation. It’s much easier to include a cover crop when wheat is in the rotation.”

The economics showed a clear benefit with wheat and an under-seeding of red clover as a cover crop. Between 19822013 a corn, corn, soybean, winter wheat (with seeded red clover cover

crop) showed $843 per hectare increase in revenue compared to a corn, corn, soybean, soybean rotation. Even if red clover doesn’t establish and the soybean and corn yield increase is lost and other negative variables are factored in, there is still a net return of $155 per hectare.

Hooker also maintained that when farmers are making important crop decisions, while the reality of the economics can’t be ignored, the overall system should be considered as farms continue to expand.

“We have to look at these decisions as a systems approach rather than on a year by year basis. So as farms get bigger crop rotation and diversity becomes even more important because then the workload is spread out,” he said.

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The new CPTPP deal

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hen the Canadian government, along with Japan, Mexico, Malaysia, New Zealand, Australia and five other countries, announced they had reached an agreement on the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) it created a fair bit of anxiety for dairy producers.

The previously named Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) was thought to be doomed after The U.S., which represented 60 per cent of the original group’s combined GDP, pulled out.

Despite the absence of the Americans, the pact remains an important achievement for the Canadian government. Whether the deal is a positive one, depends on what industry you are speaking to.

Canada agreed to market concessions in all five of the country’s supply managed sectors, including dairy with a 3.25 per cent access to the current market. That means another 50,000 tonnes of milk will be allowed into Canada under the CPTPP in year one. That total climbs to 56,905 tonnes in 20 years.

The dairy industry was swift in its reaction.

“It’s a pretty sombre day for the 220,000 Canadians that depend on dairy for their livelihood,” Dairy Farmers of Canada chief executive officer Jacques Lefebvre said in a press conference. “The domestic dairy sector has already been carved out once with CETA, now with TPP, as we’re in the negotiations with NAFTA. Our message to the government is quite clear: no more concessions. You cannot continue to carve out the Canadian dairy sector.”

The reason for the backlash is that the

3.25 per cent market access was put in place to appease American negotiators, but when the U.S. vacated last year, it was thought that concession wouldn’t be necessary to reach an agreement. Many farmers and dairy industry leaders now fear that even more access will be granted as NAFTA is being renegotiated.

That’s a non-starter for the dairy industry and local farmers like Evan Porteous of Harmony View Farms in Ormond.

“They had their chance to join, but they didn’t think it was a good deal, which is fine.

But don’t come back to NAFTA and expect us to give up more,” he said. “We are sick and tired of being the whipping post to get trade deals done. It always seems to be us.

I would like to know if beef and pork are actually going to benefit from this access.”

For Porteous and his relatively small, family dairy farm of 100 acres and 38 milking cows, 15 per cent may be the difference between continuing a family tradition or not.

“As far as my kids, if they’re interested I will bend over backwards to get them into it. I don’t have a positive outlook for a farm my size being able to make it.

We can do it right now because my wife works off farm… It doesn’t look good right now. We’d have to expand. To increase production would mean a new barn, new manure pit, so you’re looking at a multimillion dollar investment,” he said.

Martin Constapel, the proud owner of a new million dollar barn and robot milking system on the family farm just north of Winchester, understands that other aspects of agriculture may benefit while dairy has to give back a little bit. However, he hopes that the voices in the dairy industry are not being ignored.

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“Ultimately, I hope that our politicians that are negotiating have listened to our leaders in Dairy farming and know the consequences of their actions. Any changes that happen have to be very small changes.

If you change anything too much, the effects would be too great,” he said.

The supply management system is constantly under attack from potential trade partners and often ends up being a target.

However, most farmers in partner nations never see the benefit of additional access to the Canadian market and would much rather have a supply management system of their own, according to Nick Thurler, a board member of the Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) and a local farmer.

“At our AGM, the president of the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin [was] telling us that they need a program like we have…

Even if they chew up another few per cent, it’s not going to make a difference to the farmers down there. They have to look after their own system,” he said.

So who actually benefits from the increased access to the dairy market? Will the increased access granted to imports mean cheaper prices for the consumer?

“Processors and retailers would be the winners at the end of the day. It’s not the consumer,” stated Thurler.

Farmers maintain that the supply management system not only protects the farmers, but also the consumer by ensuring they get the highest quality product. That may not be the case with imported dairy.

“Our regulations versus other countries where we are importing these dairy products from are completely different.

The stuff I have to do to be allowed to produce milk is endless,” said Constapel.

The quota system has been hotly debated

for years and the dairy industry is a complex system that needs to be carefully navigated by even the most adept politician, but farmers are united in their stance on the complete erosion of the system.

“If the quota system disappeared, if we got paid world prices for milk, I don’t think most farmers would keep going,” said Constapel.

Porteous agreed.

“If they keep doing these cuts I am going to show up with my hand out expecting something because you can’t continue to cut my income. My bank account tells me I’m not rich. I work 16 hour days. I see my kids when they get on the bus that’s it,” he said.

With NAFTA negotiations ongoing and recent tariffs put in place by the Trump government a trade war with Canada seems to be brewing. Whether the U.S. will ask for an additional share of the dairy market remains a real concern for politicians and farmers alike. Thurler’s assessment is simple and direct.

“That’s 15 per cent access we’re giving up in trades in the last 30 years. That’s what the message is going to be, if they [U.S.] want any access it’s going to have to be through the TPP… We need them to support our system so we don’t need a hand out,” he said.

Constapel remained hopeful, but also realistic that any changes wouldn’t only affect farmers, but all Canadians.

“I believe the future of agriculture is still bright for dairy in Canada as long as the politicians realize that any changes they make to policies effects not just one group of farmers or any certain individuals, but all of us as a rural community as a whole,” he said.

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Classic Maritime Seafood Chowder Ingredients 1 Tbsp (15 ml) butter 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 onion, chopped 1 bay leaf 1 tsp (5 ml) dried dill or dried thyme Salt and pepper, to taste 2 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, diced 2 cups (500 ml) water or fish stock 1/3 cup (80 ml) all-purpose flour 3 cups (750 ml) milk 2 cups (500 ml) chopped raw skinless fish fillets or cooked seafood (shrimp, lobster, scallops, crab, clams, oysters) or a combination 2 Tbsp (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice Preparation In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat; sauté celery, onion, bay leaf, dill, 1/2 tsp (2 ml) salt and 1/4 tsp (1 ml) pepper for about 5 min or until onions start to brown. Stir in potatoes; sauté for 2 min.

Increase heat to medium-high; stir in water and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium and boil for about 5 min or until potatoes are almost tender.

Whisk flour into milk and stir into pot; bring to a simmer, stirring often. Stir in fish or seafood; simmer, stirring often for 5 min or until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork or seafood is hot. Discard bay leaf. Stir in lemon juice and season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and top each serving with whole grain crumbled crackers.

Variations Add chopped carrots, red bell pepper or corn kernels with onion for extra colour and nutrition. Replace dill with thyme and stir in 2 cups (500 ml) diced cooked chicken in place of fish.

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DAIRY MONTH RECIPE

Oven-Roasted Cauliflower Soup Ingredients 1 medium head of cauliflower 1 carrot, coarsly chopped, about 1 cup (250 ml) 1 Tbsp (15 ml) butter, melted 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp (5 ml) dried thyme leaves 1 bay leaf 4 cups (1 L) no-salt-added or regular chicken or vegetable broth 1 Tbsp (15 ml) grainy Dijon mustard 1 cup (250 ml) milk Freshly ground pepper Salt, (optional) 1/4 cup (60 ml) coarsely chopped fresh dill Ground sumac or coarsely grated lemon zest, (optional) Preparation Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Break cauliflower into medium-size florets.

Place on a large baking sheet. Add carrots; drizzle melted butter over vegetables and toss to coat. Roast 20 to 30 min, turning halfway through, until vegetables are tender. Remove about ½ cup (125 ml) florets. Cut into smaller pieces to garnish soup. Meanwhile, place onion, garlic, thyme and bay leaf in a large saucepan. Cover with about 1 cup (250 ml) broth. Simmer gently for 5 minutes until onion is tender. Add roasted cauliflower, carrot, remaining broth and Dijon. Simmer gently for 7 to 10 min until vegetables are very tender. Stir in milk. Discard bay leaf. Cool soup slightly. Purée in batches until smooth. Return to saucepan. Season with pepper and salt if needed. Garnish with small cauliflower florets, dill and sumac or lemon zest.

Soup that can be thinned with additional milk to suit your taste.

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DAIRY MONTH RECIPE

Rhubarb Jam with Canadian Brie Ingredients 3 cups (750 ml) rhubarb, cut into pieces ½ cup (125 ml) honey ¼ tsp (1 ml) ground cinnamon 1 oz (30 g) Canadian Brie, per person

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Preparation In a saucepan, mix together all ingredients except the cheese. Bring to a boil and cook on medium-high heat for 15-20 minutes. Transfer jam to a jar and let cool before refrigerating. Serve jam on a warm homemade or storebought crumpet topped with Brie.

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DAIRY MONTH RECIPE

Summer of Shakes

Summer Fruit Custard Tart Ingredients: Crust: 1 cup (250 ml) all-purpose flour ½ cup (125 ml) ground toasted pecans ½ cup (125 ml) butter, softened 1 egg yolk 2 Tbsp (30 ml) granulated sugar Pinch salt

Ingredients Feel-Good Avocado Shake: 1 small ripe avocado, pitted and cut into big chunks 1 small banana, broken into large chunks 1 cup (250 ml) pineapple chunks 1 1/2 cups (375 ml) milk 3 Tbsp (45 ml) lime juice 1 Tbsp (15 ml) honey 1/2 tsp (2 ml) vanilla 1/4 tsp (1 ml) nutmeg Fresh Strawberry Milkshake: 3 cups (750 ml) sliced fresh strawberries 2 large scoops strawberry ice cream 1 cup (250 ml) milk S’more Chocolate Shake: Garnish (optional): 1/3 cup (75 ml) 35% cream 4 graham crackers 2 thin squares chocolate-bar style milk chocolate, each about 1 inch (2.5 cm) 2 marshmallows, sliced in half 1/4 cup (60 ml) thick chocolate ice cream sauce, (not syrup) 1/4 cup (60 ml) coarse chocolate cookie crumbs Milkshake: 4 large scoops chocolate ice cream 1 cup (250 ml) milk

Filling: 2 cups (500 ml) mixed fresh seasonal fruit, any combination raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, pitted cherries, sliced peaches ½ cup (125 ml) 35% whipping cream ¼ cup (60 ml) all-purpose flour 2 eggs, beaten ¼ cup (60 ml) granulated sugar 1 Tbsp (15 ml) grated lemon rind 1 Tbsp (15 ml) vanilla Pinch salt

Fresh Strawberry Milkshake: In a blender, combine berries, ice cream and milk until frothy. If you’d like thicker milkshakes, add more ice cream and whirl again. Pour into 2 or 3 milkshake glasses.

Preparation instructions: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and pecans. In another bowl, using a fork, mash butter, egg yolk, sugar and salt until blended; add to flour mixture.

Gradually, mash egg mixture into flour mixture with fork to make a dough that holds together. Press into disc, wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) with rack positioned in bottom third. Set out a 9-inch (23 cm) tart pan with removable bottom on a rimmed baking sheet.

Between waxed paper, roll out pastry into an 11 inch (28 cm) circle. Peel off top paper, invert pastry and fit into pan. Trim, if necessary, to leave 1-inch (2.5 cm) overhang; fold inside and press pastry together.

Spread fruit over pastry. In a bowl, gradually whisk cream into flour; whisk in eggs, sugar, lemon rind, vanilla and salt. Pour over fruit.

Bake on baking sheet in bottom third of oven for about 35 minutes or until golden and tip of knife inserted into custard comes out clean. Let cool on rack. (Make-ahead: Set aside at room temperature for up to 1 hour.) Dust with icing sugar. Serve with whip cream (if desired).

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S’more Chocolate Shake: Garnish: Preheat broiler. Whip cream until stiff peaks form; refrigerate.

Place 2 graham crackers on small baking sheet. Top each with chocolate, then 2 marshmallow halves. Broil for 30 to 60 sec on centre rack or until marshmallows are golden. Top with remaining 2 crackers.

Milkshake: In a blender, combine ice cream and milk until frothy. For thicker milkshakes, add more ice cream. Spoon chocolate sauce onto small plate.

Place cookie crumbs on another small plate. Roll rim of 1 milkshake glass in chocolate sauce then rim with crumbs. Repeat with another milkshake glass.

Using spoon, drizzle half the sauce in 4 spots down the inside of four glasses (to form stripes). Fill with shake. Top with whipped cream. Stand a s’more in each. Sprinkle with remaining crumbs. Serve with a spoon.

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DAIRY MONTH RECIPE

DAIRY MONTH RECIPE

Bean and Barley Greek Salad

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Ingredients ½ cup (125 ml) pearl barley 1 can (540 ml) black, red, white, or lima beans, no salt added 1 cup (250 ml) cucumber, cut in half lengthwise, then sliced 1 cup (250 ml) bell pepper, your choice, diced ½ cup (125 ml) red onion, diced ½ cup (125 ml) kalamata olives packed in oil , sliced, drained, reserving 3 Tbsp (45 ml) of oil ¼ cup (60 ml) lemon juice ¼ cup (60 ml) fresh parsley, chopped 1 Tbsp (15 ml) dried oregano 3 ½ oz (100 g) Canadian feta, coarsely crumbled Freshly ground pepper

Ingredients 5 potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-size chunks, about 2 lb (1 kg) 1 cup (250 ml) plain yogurt ½ cup (125 ml) mayonnaise 1 Tbsp (15 ml) prepared horseradish ½ tsp (2 ml) salt Freshly ground pepper 4 radishes, thinly sliced 2 stalks celery, diced 2 large green onions, thinly sliced ¼ cup (60 ml) chopped fresh parsley ¼ cup (60 ml) chopped dill

Preparation In a saucepan, bring 6 cups (1.5 L) of water to a boil and cook barley for approximately 20 minutes or until tender. Drain, cool under cold water, then drain again. In a large bowl, mix barley, beans, vegetables, and olives.

In another bowl, whisk reserved oil with lemon juice. Add herbs, feta, and pepper and pour over salad. Mix well and serve.

Yields 4 servings.

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Preparation Place potatoes in a pot and just cover with water. Partially cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer partially covered just until potatoes are tender, about 5 min. Don’t overcook. Drain well.

Meanwhile in a large bowl, stir yogurt with mayonnaise, horseradish, salt and pepper. Stir in radishes, celery, green onions, parsley and dill until mixed.

Add warm potatoes and stir to combine. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Taste and add more salt or horseradish to taste.

Variations No fresh dill? Stir ½ tsp (2 ml) dried dill weed into mayo mixture.

Still have a few radishes left over? Try roasting just until tender.

Omit horseradish and add lemon juice to taste.

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DAIRY MONTH RECIPE

Mushroom and Leek Soup Ingredients ½ cup (125 ml) butter 6 medium leeks, (white and light green parts only) ½ lb (225 g) mushrooms, chopped ¼ cup (60 ml) all-purpose flour 1 tsp (5 ml) salt A pinch of cayenne pepper 1 cup (250 ml) chicken broth 3 cups (750 ml) milk 1 Tbsp (15 ml) dry sherry or lemon juice Salt and pepper, to taste Thin slices of lemon, (for garnish) Fresh parsley, (optional)

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Preparation Wash leeks very well; slice and use white and light green parts only. Sauté leeks in ¼ cup (60 ml) butter until tender but not brown. Remove and set aside. In remaining butter, sauté mushrooms until soft, about 10 min. Blend in flour, salt and cayenne pepper. Gradually stir in chicken broth and milk.

Cook, stirring, until mixture thickens and comes to a boil. Add leeks, sherry, salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 15-20 min. Serve with thin slices of lemon and a sprinkling of parsley, of desired.

Yields 6 servings.

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DAIRY MONTH RECIPE

Blue Cheese & Raspberry Salad Ingredients 1½ Tbsp (25 ml) salted butter, divided ½ cup (125 ml) walnut halves 2 Tbsp (30 ml) maple syrup 2 onions, cut into thin rings 1 cup (250 ml) frozen raspberries, thawed 2 Tbsp (30 ml) cider vinegar Salt and freshly ground pepper 8 cups (2 L) spring lettuce mix 6 oz (180 g) Canadian Blue cheese, cut into pieces 2 Tbsp (30 ml) fresh chives, chopped Preparation In a large skillet, melt ½ Tbsp (7 ml) butter on medium heat. Add walnuts and cook for 5 min. Add maple syrup and let caramelize while stirring for 2-3 min. Once mixture has thickened, set aside.

In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and cook onions for 12-15 min, or until softened and browned. Let cool at room temperature.

To make dressing, use a hand blender to purée raspberries with vinegar in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. If desired, pass through a sieve.

Divide lettuce, walnuts, onions, cheese and chives among plates.

Add raspberry vinaigrette and serve immediately.

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Thai Peanut and Yogurt Dip Ingredients 1 cup (250 ml) plain Greek yogurt 3 Tbsp (45 ml) peanut butter 1 Tbsp (15 ml) fresh lemon or lime juice 1 tsp (5 ml) soy sauce 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp (5 ml) fresh ginger root, minced or grated Dash of hot pepper sauce (optional) Preparation Put all ingredients in food processor and blend until smooth.

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Preparation Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

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Press evenly up sides and on bottom of pie plate. Bake for 8 min in centre of preheated oven until set.

Filling: In a medium saucepan, whisk cocoa with sugar, cornstarch and salt.

Whisk in egg as best as you can; add milk. Continue to whisk until smooth and no lumps remain. Set over medium heat. Stirring continuously, bring to a boil, about 3 to 5 min. Filling will thicken and bubble. Reduce heat to low; simmer gently and stir for 1 min. Add chocolate and butter. Stir until melted.

Stir in vanilla. Turn into slightly cooled pie shell. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until cold and set.

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Charity: Wounded Warriors Canada Jockey: Cindy MacIsaac

Food Bank Farrah

Charity: Community Food Share Jockey: Blake Fawcett

Bed Pan Bert

Charity: Winchester District Memorial Hospital Foundation Jockey: Dale Myers

Princess Naomi

Charity: Naomi Family Resource Centre Jockey: Terry Wagner

Sir Nor Dun Duncan Charity: Nor-Dun Seniors Support Centre Jockey: Gil “the thrill” Yendall

Charities to win big in Great Canadian Cow Race Tom Schoch Press staff

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hat happens when a group of friends get together on a Friday night and allow their imagination to run wild like a herd of mustangs?

You get the brainchild of Legion members Blake Fawcett, his wife Jeanine, Tina Asselin and Dale Myers - Dairyfest’s first annual Great Canadian Cow Race.

While shooting the breeze on how to get involved in Dairyfest, the friends threw around a few jokes and ideas, and by the time the evening had ended, they had the beginnings of beautifully comic and appropriate idea.

“We had seen at other Legions they do horse races as a fundraiser, but with Dairyfest, why not cows?” Fawcett questioned.

The idea is quite simple. The race will be run on Main Street between Albert Street and the Legion Sat., Aug. 11 at 2:30 pm.

Each of the six wooden cows, and the less than athletic jockey, will have to travel 60 marked spaces with the use of two dice. One die determines which of the six cows can move and the second dictates the amount of spaces they are allowed to advance.

Twenty-five-hundred tickets will be sold for the event at $2 each by branch members and at the Winchester Legion.

Ticket purchasers must select the cow they think will win and if that bovine bests the other beasts, they will be entered

Memorial Hospital Foundation with Dale Myers in the saddle, Princess Naomi represents the Naomi Family Resource Centre with Terry Wagner riding tall and Sir Nor-Dun Duncan represents the Nor-Dun Seniors’ Support Centre with Gil “the thrill” Yendall manning the stirrups.

The cows were lovingly hand-crafted and decorated by Fawcett and several volunteers and they will be on display at all five Meet Me on Main Street events, as “We train here on well as at the Canada Day celebrations in Friday nights in the club South Mountain. room,” he said. “Terry Ross Giles, owner of Dundas Feed Wagner is the early odds and Seed, inspected the cows and thought leader. He’s really fit.” they were, “a little woody and could use Each cow represents some special formula cow ration to grow a local charity and is extra legs to better carry the weight of the named accordingly. jockeys.”

The field is Whatever the outcome, Fawcett admits comprised of DC they’ve had more than a few laughs with Hospice Hazel, who the whole event. represents Dundas “We’re having a lot of fun with it and County Hospice I think it’s only going to grow,” he said. and is jockeyed by “It’s nice to get involved with Dairyfest. I Chris Short, Warrant worked on it for five years and so did my Webber represents wife at one time.”

Wounded Warriors So at this year’s Dairyfest, throw on Canada with Cindy your Saturday best and watch as the MacIssac on the majestic beauty of a powerful wooden reins, Food Bank cow strides into the home stretch as a less Farrah represents than athletic Legion jockey drenched in Community sweat and parched with thirst guides them Food Share with both across the finish line into the arms of Blake Fawcett at the controls, Bed Pan victory to the exhilaration of a breathless Bert represents the Winchester District crowd.

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RACE into a draw to win $500.

The winning cow will also automatically donate $1,000 to the charity they represent with the rest of the proceeds being divided up equally among the five remaining groups.

Choosing the cow that will leave all others in the dust is no easy task. Each one of them has a unique look and a jockey with a personality to match.

Fawcett, one of the highly tuned athletes tagged to guide one of the wooden bovines, has a wealth of experience riding cows dating back to his youth.

“I rode many cows as a kid, many times, on and off,” he said.

A strict training regimen is also key according to Fawcett.

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