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COMMUNITY CARE OF WEST NIAGARA
Community Care of West Niagara is a registered charitable non-profit organization that has been serving the communities of Lincoln and Grimsby since 1967. The people we serve come from all walks of life and have experienced financial difficulties due to job loss, illness or other hardships.
Doreen’s Cupboard Offers Emergency Hunger Relief to the hungry, vulnerable and homeless
Community Care of West Niagara is a charity that provides a bridge to selfsufficiency by supporting people and families with food, clothing and other needs.
Birthday Room Distributes gifts to our client children of their special day Christmas Angels Grant Christmas gift wishes for children living in poverty or low income The Clothes Closet Provides essential clothing options
Housing Stability Helps Clients stay in their homes, maintain utilities and connect to other services
Return to School Provides school supplies for students who are economically marginalized
Holiday Hampers Supply food and gifts to financially insecure families in community
Involving EVERYONE in our Community
- Vision 20/20
Income Tax Preparation Complete FREE tax returns for people experiencing financial hardship
Support for Play Offsets registration and equipment costs for at-risk children and youth
CCWN will respond to over 5600 requests for emergency food, clothing and housing stability assistance in 2016. We will distribute enough food to provide over 150,000 meals and assist hundreds of individuals stay in their homes. In an effort to reduce hunger and housing instability in West Niagara, CCWN strives to address both the short-term needs and longer-term solutions. We believe that everyone in our community has the right to safe, stable, affordable, appropriate shelter and food at all times. CCWN has been operating out if its location at 4309 Central Ave. in Beamsville since 2003. CCWN’s ambitious goals include redeveloping our facility and operational layout; increasing our efficiency in acquiring, diversifying and distributing food/ household products; expanding our reach and enhancing the overall visitor/client experience. All of this is made possible because of the generous and ongoing support of compassionate members of our community, just like YOU – Thank you! Carole Fuhrer, Executive Director Community Care of West Niagara 905-563-5822
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Lincoln charts forward-thinking course Dear Lincoln Residents, I hope you will read the information contained within this feature. One theme prevalent in this publication and most things we are saying as a municipality is the need for more communication. An important element to that comes from us starting to re-engage and have an ongoing dialogue with the community about how we move forward. Our collective responsibility is to share information with you our taxpayers, and to demonstrate value for the services we
We are there provide. to answer Each of you your quesare important tions and to to that enassist you. As gagement and this publicaI encourage tion is titled: you to reach Lincoln, Movout to your ing Forward. councillor or That is our municipal staff MAYOR if you have SANDRA EASTON theme and goal. Only toany comgether will we achieve ments, suggestions or our potential. concerns. Those lines We have significant of communication are opportunity in all open and will be imcorners of our comportant in the future. munity - from Jordan Recently, with a to Beamsville to Vinechange in leadership land, Campden and at Town Hall, you will notice we want to hear Tintern. I am pleased that we are seeing more from residents, progress on a numwe want your input ber of fronts and look into decision making.
forward to continued success. Together we can work towards making Lincoln a great place to live, work, play and invest in. In the future, you will participate on and hear conversations about who we are and what we are. We need to tell people our story, the Lincoln story - our gifts, our opportunities and the beauty of our community. Thank you, Sandra Easton Mayor Town of Lincoln
Future Focus Corporate Plan Council’s Strategic Goals 2014 - 2018
Immediately following the 2014 election, when what matters most to residents was fresh on the minds of every elected representative, Council got to work on developing its strategic goals. The outcome from intense discussions on defining priorities and action plans was the Future Focus Corporate Plan. The Plan, approved by Council on January 5, 2015 will be released in mid-March. To get a sneak preview go to: www.lincoln.ca.
Our five areas of focus are as follows:
• Roads, Transportation and Traffic • Economic Development • Cultural Planning • Customer Service
• Communication
Council looks forward to working with you to make this Future Focus a reality. Council Members: Sandra L. Easton, Mayor Wayne MacMillan, Councillor Dianne Rintjema, Councillor
Tony Brunet, Councillor Paul MacPherson, Councillor Dave A. Thompson, Councillor
Rob Foster, Councillor JD Pachereva, Councillor Lynn Timmers, Councillor
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Lincoln doing some serious juggling the right place at the right time In a world of feast or famine when things that are beyond economics, Lincoln is preparits control eventually fall into ing to dine at a pretty signifiplace, such as GO transit. cant feast...at least the municiThat one is up to the provinpality is getting close to the cial government. While there table anyway. has been a lot of back-patting It is getting on to a couple MIKE of years since the process WILLISCRAFT about the great job Niagara officials have done on the file was started by the Town to develop a blueprint by which it could - and they have - they cannot rest on their laurels for a second. build a stable, sustainable economic Having that transportation network future. linked into the municipality will speed It has taken a while to show signs of movement and, in this case, that is economic growth patterns by 10 a good thing as T’s are being crossed years at least. and I’s dotted so the foundation on As heard at the Lincoln Chamber of which this plan is built will not crumCommerce’s annual politicians’ breakfast ble in five or 25 years. Feb. 19, truck traffic is remains a major issue and will only grow as a problem. With downtown improvement plans Dealing with that, both for commercial well underway for Beamsville, and quality of life for residents reasons, Vineland and Jordan, improved should be a front-burner issue. communications and a progressive attitude toward development, the Generally, the municipality is well Town is getting its own house in order. positioned, officials just need to conThat is of paramount importance as tinue catching all those balls being juggled as they descend. it will allow the municipality to be in
Dean Allison Member of Parliament |Niagara West
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Service and smiles greet Shoppers customers Variety, quality products and great service will all greet customers at Shoppers Drug Mart Beamsville, says its owner associate/ pharmacist Siva Sivapalan. With everything from food/groceries to passport pictures, skincare, fragrance and beauty product choice, there is no shortage of products for virtually all one’s needs. “But we are first and foremost here to look after the community. We are a health care provider. If the community wants us to be, we will be here for them,” said Siva. The store itself is described as a “large format” location, which means it has everything other Shoppers location has to offer, including delivery of prescriptions. “Our pharmacy team
Shoppers Beamsville’s Siva Sivapalan. offers an array of different health services such as dispensing prescriptions. disposal of unwanted medicines, counseling patients on how to live healthier such as quitting smoking and eating better and immunization against the flu,” said Siva. “More advanced services also offered include
diabetes education by a certified diabetes educator, and medication reviews. Our Post Office is now open Monday-Saturday 9 am-7 pm. “We are able to offer most of these services at times that our customers find most convenient. We are open every day of the year except
Christmas day.” The store hours are 8 am-10 pm, except statutory holidays where it is from 10 am - 6 pm. As well as offering a wide array of products and services, Shoppers Beamsville has also offered considerable support to local community groups. West Niagara Second Stage Housing, Beamsville District Secondary School’s co-op work program, Lincoln Chamber of Commerce’s Outstanding Business Achievement Awards, Mayor Easton’s Golf Classic, West Niagara Community Care and McNally House have been but a few recipients from Beamsville Shoppers Drug Mart’s community support programming to date.
We’re here for you when you need us. Your local Shoppers Drug Mart® is proud to continue to serve this community. We’re dedicated to helping you with your health needs by providing services and solutions to help make managing your health easier including: Personalized Advice and Counseling We’re here to answer your questions and help you achieve the best health possible.
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EHC: connecting people to jobs since 1986 Job seekers and businesses with positions to offer have a friend in the Employment Help Centre. With locations in Grimsby, Beamsville and Smithville, EHC has been connecting people to jobs since 1986, and through their Niagara West offices since 2010. The major focus of EHC is to provide employment programs and services (funded by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities) for any job seekers in Niagara West. “We offer comprehensive employment programs and services for job seekers and employers throughout Niagara West at our sites in Lincoln, Grimsby and town of West Lincoln,” said Stan Drobnich, EHC executive director.
Beamsville EHC’s resource advisor Pat Stewart and manager Graham Schaefer. and research material for “The services we offer education, training and are free for job seekers job postings.” and that includes the While serving the busiuse of the EHC Resource ness community, EHC Centers where one can has also supported the use our computers, communities it serves as phones, fax machines
a whole at events such as: Poultry Fest, Beamsville Lions Food Drive for Community Care, Town of Lincoln/Tim Hortons clean-up Initiatives, Smithville’s Santa Claus Parade, EHC Job Fairs, and many more events. Aside from the job market, EHC also provides training subsidies and incentives as well as in-house training programs and workshops. “Most recently we have introduced Hire Attire. This offers gently worn business attire for job seekers who want to prepare for interviews and the work environment. This, too, is a free service,” said Drobnich. The office is open 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. with the Grimsby office open extended hours on Wednesday to 7 p.m.
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Last fall’s federal election all-candidates meeting was just one event on a very active schedule for Lincoln Chamber of Commerce.
Chamber membership grows with community The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce is on the grow and planning to help its member businesses usher in the exact same type of success. Over the last two years, the Chamber has seen membership skyrocket by more than 25 per cent from about 185 to 235. “We’ve been on a bit of a roll of late,” said Chamber president Mike Williscraft. “Our breakfast networking meetings have been full, our most recent dinner meeting was full, our annual politicians’ breakfast had its best attendance in many years, and the Outstanding Business Achievement Awards is sold out. It’s great to see.” Why the growth? “For any organization, it comes down to the people involved. We have a great, engaged board of directors who want to push things ahead and get things done. We’ve taken some risks and they have paid off,” said Williscraft.
“On the staffing end, we have two good ones in Cathy McNiven (executive director) and Denise Potter (membership coordinator).” The chamber has a busy schedule of After 5’s and dinner meetings with some major events – such as the OBAAs on March 30 and Mayor Easton’s Golf Classic on May 25 – in the mix. The Chamber has also been working to expand its communication with the Town of Lincoln with respect to a host of issues such as ongoing development needs, resource material such a proposed business directory and more. “The atmosphere in the whole municipality seems energized of late. The Chamber is a huge supporter of the GO Transit initiative. There are many other projects in the works. There is a great deal going on and we’re looking to support that growth in any way which benefits our members.”
We are an active, growing organization of business professionals dedicated to supporting and growing business throughout our community.
Out Motto is ... “Business Working Together” Our Vision is to be the leading enabler of business success in Lincoln as well as a driving force in the advancement of our local and regional economy. Our Mission is our dedication to growing and sustaining the economic prosperity of our community by serving, connecting and representing our members.
Benefits of Membership • Networking Opportunities - through Breakfast Meetings, Business After 5’s and Dinner Meetings • Advertising and Promotional Opportunities • Group Insurance for any size business • Cost Saving Programs • Membership Referrals • Annual Events: Outstanding Business Achievement Awards, Mayor Easton’s Golf Classic • Access to a Wealth of Community Information
Email: info@lincolnchamber.ca Website: www.lincolnchamber.ca
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Agriculture, industrial & commercial all part of Lincoln’s economic plans (Editor’s Note: Mayor Sandra Easton provides council’s perspective on its varied marketing, development and growth inititiatives.) By Sandra Easton Hello Readers. Welcome to the second progress edition that I have participated in which provides the Mayor of Lincoln with a few columns to report in 2016 on the ‘how and why’ of our approach to business interests and investment in Lincoln. You will recall, that in 2014, the Town of Lincoln Official Plan officially declared Lincoln A Centre of Excellence for Agriculture (CofE4Ag), and registered this moniker in its Official Plan. We are still waiting the final approval of the,”Lincoln Plan”, by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. In this second edition, I want to share with you what this means to me and to Council, and to reassure you we commit to being equally bullish on industrial opportunities and commercial growth and how agriculture fits into the overall economy of Lincoln and in the high value, high productive jobs that we strive to generate through our efforts with existing and new business. The CofE4Ag branding recognizes that the greatest economic benefit in Lincoln is de-
Major plans are in motion for core areas of Jordan, Vineland and Beamsville. rived through agriculture related business. Representing 1,046 jobs in agriculture and using the provincial multiplier of $56,000 in gross domestic product per job, Lincoln contributes $58.6 million in GDP for Lincoln in farming. What does this really mean? A Centre of Excellence typically refers to the commercialization of research. A cluster is a geographic concentration of interrelated businesses and other organizations.
Identifying the Town as an agri-business cluster positions it to be a catalyst for industry and business growth. The Town is located in the Greenbelt, and as such, housing development is strictly limited outside the urban boundaries. The maximum provincial density target for Greenfields is targeted at 80 people per jobs per hectare. Currently, Lincoln is at 50 people per jobs per hectare. However, with grape
and wine, tender fruit, greenhouse, horticulture, livestock and field crop production mostly in cereals, Lincoln sees opportunities for growth as a catalyst for agriculture and supporting business. This is key since residential tax payers carry 74 per cent of the levy. Currently, 57 per cent of Lincoln is protected by the Greenbelt Act. Only six per cent is identified for urban development. The 10-year review See GREENBELT, Page 7
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that was undertaken throughout 2015 identified parcels that should be removed from Greenbelt protection as well as the need for employment lands to be added for specialty manufacturing particularly as it supports agriculture. In spite of the obvious imbalance, Greenbelt gave Niagara a gift we could not seem to give ourselves but it also has not recognized fully the economic impact that such restrictions have put on the ability of farmers to make a decent living. According to Economic Modelling Specialists International, (emsi), the average annual income for Lincoln farmers in 2014 was $22,000 as compared to a high in the utilities industry of $75,000. Agricultural jobs in Lincoln grew from 8,244 in 2001 to 9,438 in 2014; an increase of 15.5 per cent whereas the job growth in Niagara overall was much lower at 6.7 per cent. Approximately onethird of agricultural jobs in Lincoln were filled by imported workers. The Town of Lincoln Council, recognized that in order to protect farming and the farmer, it needed to incorporate the primacy of agriculture and farmers as stewards of our land in future decisions about agriculture land use. This also embodies the necessity of and importance for value - added farm related activities.The Town
Agricultural jobs in Lincoln grew from 8,244 in 2001 to 9,438 in 2014; an increase of 15.5 per cent whereas the job growth in Niagara overall was much lower at 6.7 per cent. also accepts that we have an ongoing role in enabling land use planning activities in the agricultural sectors that benefit food production, processing, manufacturing, technology and innovation and the jobs that result from these employment opportunities. A CofE4Ag promotes future jobs in a sector that has been viewed
for centuries through a traditional jobs lens. The goal is to maximize education opportunities through Brock University and Niagara College as well as advanced commercial crop market research at Vineland Research and Innovation Centre. In each case, the doors open for both urban and rural youth in learning and practice
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streams where they can access relevant, affordable education close to home and supported by transit services. With emphasis on lifelong learning, the age groups that will benefit most is the 16-40 years. New trades in agriculture that include agriculture heavy duty mechanics, farmwright equipment, research in crop beneficials such as friendly bugs, geography research, agricultural automation in greenhouses and food processing and production, field and lab research in biology, growth chambers and laboratories. This is agriculture 2016, growing into the future; in our backyard.
Great things are happening at Vineland Research and Innovation Centre.
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Tracy and Dave Smith have been renovating their Ontario Street store to showcase more variety.
Elves Flooring ready to grow as community does Elves Flooring & Design is expanding. “We are very proud of the fact that this company has been around since 1969. What we want our customers to know how passionate we are about our business,” said Dave Smith, who bought the business in June of 2015. “With the market changing constantly it’s our job to make sure we are educated with new product lines, seasonal trends and design ideas. We want to help create an atmosphere where customers can come in and find premium selections in flooring, value and creative design.” Along with his wife, Tracy, Elves entire team prides itself on first-rate customer service. “This new venture that David and I have embarked on is something that both of us take pride in. We both love interacting with people, being able to help customers with choice and selection that make their house a home,” said Tracy.
“We both know how important customer service is and as a family owned and operated company we provide quality service. Our inspiration is people!” With current in-store renovations underway, soon customers will see nearly double the display space in their Ontario Street shop in Beamsville. “We have been expanding some of the product lines we carry and we will be able to showcase those with the additional space,” said Dave. Customer service, great selection and industry experience make Elves Flooring a great place to work with when planning a build or renovation. David has been in the flooring business for almost 23 years. He started off as a contractor, which has given him a lot of experience with the construction end of things as well. Through the years David’s experience includes retail, sales rep and commercial work.
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Aqua Flow: experienced plumbing service For serious drainage issues, Aquaflow Plumbing & Heating has a serious answer: the typhoon hydro jetter. “It is the best cleaning method out there,” says Aquaflow owner Marty Vorstenbosch. “The jetter blasts a stream of water at high pressure through a nozzle that snakes down a drain removing all types of debris. Unlike chemicals, or even some mechanical devices, our jetter will not damage the inside of your pipes.” When used in conjunction with Aquaflow’s scope camera, customers receive a full guarantee.
Marty Vorstenbosch and his staff of 10 are ready to help with any issue area residents may have. “All our people are well-trained and experienced service
technicians and we’re all dedicated to customer service be-
cause that is very important,” says Marty. Marty has worked at the company, which was established in 1981, for nearly 30 years. It specializes in residential and industrial plumbing service, but there is not problem with which they cannot deal. Staff members have different areas of training as well, for example, gas fitters. “We’re a one-stop shop, that’s for sure. We can do it all,” said noted Marty. To book work with the team at Aqua Flow, or to arrange a free estimate, call 905-563-6913.
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After its two best years
Homes By Hendriks’ future looks bright While Homes By Hendriks has operated as a model of efficiency for many years, it is now also operating as a model of growth. “We’ve had our two best years in the last two and our upcoming year looks as though it will surpass both of those,” noted Yvonne Hendriks, who took over running the company with her son, Darren, when husband Ron passed away in 2013. The company, which was launched by Arnold Hendriks in 1961 as Arnold Hendriks and Sons, will mark its 55th anniversary this year. The occasion will be marked with the release of a documentary currently being produced which will highlight how Homes By Hendriks has evolved over the years. “We have always tried to do the right thing with our business. It is all about maintaining honesty, integrity and service to our customers. That’s Number One,” said Yvonne. “And we stand behind our work,” added Darren. With an Award of Distinction from the Ontario Home Builders Association and two more awards from Niagara Home Builders Association last fall, it is clear they are doing something right. As well, Darren was a finalist for the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce’s Professional of The Year award in 2015. While the company has
Yvonne and Darren Hendriks of Homes By Hendriks. a steady workload of new “Women Build seemed builds and renovation like a logical connection projects, it also makes since Ron got us involved time to put back into the in the Blitz Build project community in various a few years ago when a ways. big group of volunteers One way they have built a house in 49 hours done this is through and 20 minutes,” recalled Habitat For Humanity’s Yvonne. Women Build program. “That was near and dear Yvonne, who assumes to Ron’s heart so this was the role as president of good to continue the type the Niagara Home Buildof things he liked to supers Association in Ocport..” tober, was also in the With many projects on high-profile position of the go and steady growth co-chairperson for the becoming a regular habit, 2015 Habitat For Humanboth Yvonne and Darren ity Niagara Women Build. said they pay special atThe first-ever Niagara tention to detail to ensure Women Build project was all keeps moving in the completed in Welland last right direction. year and accommodates “Growing can be tricky two families. because you can grow
too fast and not maintain our high standard of excellence,” said Yvonne. “Our growth has been managed carefully and methodically so we are never ahead of ourselves.” To succeed in that, Darren pointed out, the hiring of a great team is the key. “We have always worked with the best sub-trades, suppliers and designers. We align ourselves with great people and organizations because they all represent us when on the job,” said Darren. Because of their solid team, they are able to confidently take on unique and challenging projects without batting an eye. “We have one project building a home to all LEED certified standards. That means new materials, new suppliers. That is really interesting. As well, we have another new home build where the customer did not want any wood, so the structure is all steel and concrete,” said Darren. “Again, new challenges there, too.” Regardless, the Homes By Hendriks team is ready to take on any project, whether it be a new home from design to construction, or a home renovation project such as redoing a bathroom. “It’s a team, a strong team from top to bottom. It is Ron’s vision and we are carrying it on,” said Yvonne.
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Make a hearing test a priority Audiologist Jerry Laufman is issuing a call to action: have your hearing tested. Hearing loss is now the third most common condition of aging behind arthritis and heart disease but people seldom make it part of a regular check up. Lincoln Hearing Clinic is locally owned and operated and Jerry is the only full-time audiologist in West Niagara. “Most hearing clinics are owned by hearing aid manufacturers, so they are more product-driven,” says Lorraine Laufman. It is important when choosing who to deal with that consumers understand some clinics are more product-driven,
WE WILL MATCH COMPETITORS PRICES, BUT THEY CAN’T MATCH OUR SERVICE! Registered Audiologist Jerry Laufman
Jerry and Lorraine Laufman, providing personalized hearing care for the community. “We will access what is while privately owned best for the client, not a clinics like Lincoln Hearcertain product line, said ing are more service Lorraine. oriented.
The Laufmans have operated their hearing clinic since 2010 and love being part of the Beamsville community. “We love our clients, they are like family to us,” says Lorraine. Just like speech or sight, hearing is something you never stop doing: all the more reason to protect it. Hearing aids are not those of your parents’ generation: they can be used with your bluetooth and you can stream music through them. The clinic offers counselling and hearing aid prescriptions; audiology and hearing aid sales and service and much more. Your initial consultation is free.
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As part of their merger with Hunter Wilson & Kelly, Duliban Insurance Brokers has donated $10,000 to Beamsville Lions club. On hand for the cheque presentation were: (L to R) Lions Casey Dol and Bob Cranfield, Adam and Tom Duliban, Lion and president of HWK Bob Kelly, and Roger Judge.
Duliban Insurance Brokers
Continuing on the great tradition A new day has arrived for Duliban Insurance Brokers and they are ecstatic about it. The long-time Beamsville insurance office has merged – effective Feb. 1, 2016 – with Hunter Wilson & Kelly, which has served the community since 1920. Duliban Insurance Brokers - a full-service general insurance brokerage – got its start from James Duliban in 1976 when he and his wife started a small insurance brokerage in Welland. Fast forward three generations and 40 years, the Insurance brokerage still operates with the same values and dedication to the communities in which they operate. This dedication was the driving force which brought Duliban Insurance Brokers together with Hunter Wilson & Kelly Insurance Brokers. “Although now larger in
size, we still operate with the same commitment to personalized and professional insurance service which is the foundation of our business,” says Adam Duliban. This growth model now includes the merger of HWK as Robert Kelly and his wife Lynne will be working under the Duliban Insurance umbrella with eventual plans to retire. “With this donation we really wanted to do something to honour all that Robert and Lynne have done for the community. It became obvious to all of us with what the Lions Club does in our community and how vital they are, that this would be a perfect fit.,” said Adam. For Tom Duliban, the message was clear. “Duliban Insurance Brokers’ goal is to give back to the community in which we work and live. To be
able to support our families and our communities: that is the reason why we are in business.” Over time the business has made multiple acquisitions of long standing Insurance Brokerages that met our philosophy of customer focus, stability and community presence. “The (HWK) acquisition will allow our staff continued opportunity to grow, access to additional insurance companies and coverage options to spread amongst our clients along with an opportunity to provide a stronger commitment to the communities we represent,” said Adam. “We are excited to bring the Kelly family under our umbrella to learn from their many years of insurance knowledge and dedication to professional service and relationships.” While Bob Kelly will miss
dealing with his clients, he said he is confident they will happy with the new arrangement. “For the past 40-plus years it has been a pleasure for Lynne and I to provide our valued clients with professional insurance service and information,” said Bob. “The time has come for us to merge with another broker to be able to continue to provide this level of insurance service to all our clients. We are positive that you will find the ‘hometown service’ provided by Duliban Insurance Brokers to be the best in the Niagara and Haldimand area.” Duliban Insurance Brokers is open from 8am to 6pm Monday through Friday and would love the opportunity to talk to you about your insurance needs. They can be reached at 905 563 8271.
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John Armstrong of Armstrong Strategy Group. planning, media relations, stakeholder relations, public affairs, government relations, issues management, branding, marketing, corporate communications, and research. The ASG team has worked successfully with a wide range of organizations, including some of Canada’s largest corporations, small local start-
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Patient care is always the focus Beamsville Medical Pharmacy is an independent pharmacy where customers are treated like family. As soon as you walk through the doors, you will notice the difference. Since 1996, owners Sam and Nita Patel boast staff which are friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. Many customers are greeted by name and made to feel right at home. Building relationships with the clients and treating them like family comes easily to our tight-knit staff,” says Nita Patel, who owns and operates the pharmacy along with her husband, Sam. According to Krunal
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Panchal, the pharmacy’s RPH, “Patient care is what’s most important to all of us here”. Located inside the Beamsville Medical Building at 4279 Hixon Street in Beamsville
makes it very convenient for patients to walk in and have their prescriptions filled while getting any questions answered right away. Sam and Nita’s busy team not only dis-
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Investments should grow with families As a member of the Vaughan Team at Desjardins Financial Security Independent Network, Laura Petrunick brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to prudent investing. “As a caring and committed family team of financial advisors, with our tremendous amount of combined experience (75 years) and expertise, we partner with our clients; guiding, teaching and empowering them to build the kind of future they want for themselves and their families,” said Laura. “We do all of this with a spirit of family values, life enjoyment, community and good fellowship. “We motivate our clients to make financial decisions that are right for them to help achieve their hopes and dreams. We keep them on track with
education and advice.” Noting that many people are very busy and some find financial planning confusing, she said this is taken into consideration when dealing with her clients. “ Our clients say we explain things simply and clearly, and they find value in our process, love what we do and have good things to say about us,” noted Laura. “They’ll say things like, ‘you have our best interests in mind’, or ‘you are trustworthy and always explain’. That tells me we are on the right track.” The organization is a long-time supporter of Heart and Stroke Foundation, Down Syndrome Association, Community Care, Rankin Cancer Run as well as the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce.
Laura Petrunick also serves as the Program Chair of the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce. tions. We have developed “We care about our community as well as our clients our family team to grow with you and be there for and are committed to their your family,” said Laura. families and future genera-
One of the most important financial decisions is selecting someone you trust, who has the knowledge and understanding that you can rely on, to help you achieve your financial goals. Let’s improve and maintain your financial goals with a thorough, solid financial plan designed by me to meet the needs of your ever changing life. Laura Petrunick BA, MSsEd, CHS
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Proudly serving the community Since 1939
We’re always seeking members
As a Lion, you will: • Help our local community of Lincoln • Gain valuable skills • Make an impact on people’s lives, both locally and internationally. • Learn to be a leader - and lead a respected organization • Network with business people in your community and around the world • Energize your life and have fun
To join, or for more information contact: Lion Chris Huskins at chris@huskins.co or call 289-566-8678 www.beamsvillelionsclub.org
Car draw chair Peter Willetts and his crew of Lions supporters launced the campaign along with Rob Bruno of Grimsby Hyundai.
Something always going on for Beamsville Lions With their car draw underway, having completed a major food drive, a monthly breakfast fundraiser and their annual Easter egg hunt fast approaching, it is easy to tell the Beamsville Lions always have something in the works. A quick synopsis: • Breakfast Buffet - third Sunday of the month March 19 next; • Third annual major raffle (car), ongoing - see website for application and more information; • Easter Egg Hunt, March 26, Lions Park on Fly Road; • Major food drive last Saturday in September; • Christmas tree lot sales end November to Dec. 23 - All proceeds support a variety of community charities. “Plus we support and are involve in a number of community events many
supporting Community Care of West Niagara,” says Lion president Chris Huskins. “The car draw is selling well, but we still have lots of tickets available. And our buffet is very popular. It is the greatest all-youcan-eat buffet around. It is specially of interest to sports teams in town on tournaments.” For Lion Chief Chris Huskins, the club is a great way to be involved and have a good time while doing it. “If you want to give back to the community and have some fun - join the Lions,” said Huskins. Interested in joining? The Lions meet in the old fire station on Mountain Street - second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:45 pm - call 259-566-8678 for more information.
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Your vision ... Is our mission After advancsays Henry. “We are ing through several committed to assistToronto mid-sized ing them in every way accounting firms, without compromise, to Henry Salomons ensure that their financial found his calling! In records are well-orga1992, he moved his nized, so that their busipart-time practice to ness will operate more Beamsville, operating efficiently and effectively as “Henry Salomons, Left to right, staff names are: Derek Vandermolen, Denton Lillie, Pam on a regular basis.” Chartered AccounIn 1992, Henry acquired Hessels, Cole DeBoer, Alana Gerritsen, Doriel Moulton, Henry Salomons tant”. Due to changes Gerda VandenHaak’s in the profession, the Firm started tax-preparation and bookkeeping “What we’re saying to clients is: operating full-time in 2014 under business —also located in “We focus on your financials, to a new name, “Henry Salomons, Beamsville. Sure-Shot Business help you focus on life.” CPA Professional Corporation”. Services Inc. continues to grow An accomplished professional, The office continues to provide a over the years and has won many Henry graduated from Waterloo full range of accounting services awards as “best tax preparer” in University in 1984, with an including: Audits, Reviews, and the West Niagara region. Honours BA, (Co-op) in Notice to Readers for small The Accounting Firm continues Economics, and a minor in businesses and not-for-profit to grow and Henry is very grateful Accounting. He would go on to Organizations.” for all those who have become get his Chartered Accountant “Our mission, is to help busiclients along the way, as well as designation the following year. nesses and organizations meet “Our clients come to us because the qualified, dependable, and their financial and reporting friendly staff assisting our clients we provide the financial advice obligations as they advance their and guidance they need in a clear, and helping them meet the vision and mission,” says Henry. challenges in the future. consistent and detailed manner,”
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The Co-Operators: a full service insurance office Whether you call or stop by their Grimsby office, John Darch and his Co-operators Insurance co-operatve team can help you with your insurance or investment needs. Established in 1945, The Co-Operators Group Ltd. is owned by 45 members including co-ops and credit union centrals. “We are a full-service office offering home, auto, life, group, business, farm and travel insurance, as well as investments such as RRSP, TFSA, RESP, RRIF and annuities,” said John Darch, insurance/financial advisor and owner of
JOHN DARCH the Grimsby location. “Co-operators offers all of the insurance and financial services someone may need, plus great service at a local office in the community. Our Grimsby office, which is located at 12 Ontario Street, primarily works
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with clients from Grimsby, Beamsville and the rest of Lincoln as well as Smithville, and Caistor Centre, but we are licensed to write Insurance anywhere in Ontario.” John and his Co-Operators team has also been busy supporting various local organizations in recent years as John represents the Grimsby area on the board of directors for Pathstone Mental Health, a children’s mental health organization in Niagara. “Our office has also raised money for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, The Heart & Stroke Foun-
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dation, as well as Cystic Fibrosis Canada,” said John. For more information on The Co-Operators and what John’s office can offer drop by or call his office.
Hours of operation: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., with evenings and weekends by appointment. “We also offer to meet clients at their home, business, or farm,” John noted. “Our team can become your personal advisors to ensure the things that are most important to you are protected.”
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Care with dignity: WNSS Helps women & kids West Niagara Second Stage Housing and Counselling (WNSS) started as a small grassroots agency in 1998. A group of caring individuals realized the need for services in their local community for women and children fleeing abusive homes. Through the generous support of the community, WNSS has grown and developed as an organization, becoming a well-known and reliable service provider in the West Niagara regions of Lincoln, West Lincoln, and Grimsby. Due to growing populations and the awareness of our services, WNSS is continually developing new programs to assist women and children in need; this includes an upcoming Child and Youth Worker who will join our
The team at West Niagara Second Stage Housing & Counselling. (L to R) Tammy, director of finance & administration; Meredith, transitional & housing support worker; Elizabeth, resource developer, and; Erin, executive director.
team in Summer 2016. West Niagara Second Stage Housing and Counselling maintains four transitional housing units throughout the community to support women and children who have experienced abuse (physical, mental, emotional, financial, or other-
wise) and are in need of housing while they make the transition to a safe, secure, and healthy way of life. Additionally, WNSS helps clients access services provided by third parties in the region, helps them find safe, affordable, permanent
housing, advocates on their behalf through outreach initiatives and education, and provides professional counselling services, all of which are free of charge! As we work with women and their children, we are regularly rewarded with the positive change we are making in our community, and of course to the lives of the individual we work with. A client of WNSS commented: “WNSS staff are great listeners; they are very good at directing me as to how I can deal with all the emotional aspects that have surfaced now that I have left an abusive relationship. They have made me feel safe knowing that there is always going to be support with whatever new challenges are going to arise. “
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Agriculture, industrial & commercial all part of Lincoln’s economic plans By Sandra Easton A Centre of Excellence for Agriculture: it sounds great but what is it? One of the most common questions asked of council and Town staff is just that: What does being a Centre of Excellence mean? Here is simple explanation of the benefits of this program: 1. It tells others who we are and about the long term economic importance of the Town of Lincoln to food produc-
tion, food manufacturing, processing, food safety in Ontario, Canada and the world. 2. It clarifies our relationship and communication to and with others and recognizes the importance and long standing reliance of agriculture and food quality on education, research, technology and innovation. 3. It builds a framework of jobs that are increasingly high production and high value so that youth in both
urban and rural locales in Lincoln are exposed to excellent education opportunities at the Secondary school level, at Niagara College and Brock University. Close to home where transit systems move students efficiently, making their education relevant and affordable and encourage our youth to make their futures in Lincoln and Niagara. 4. It embodies the heritage and culture of Lincoln which is rich with the history of high
Town of Lincoln has its plan for the future in place.
quality farm activity. 5. It commits Lincoln’s local government to building a relationship with all stakeholders in the agriculture and horticulture sectors and to ensuring the tradition of farmers as stewards of our land continues to be the backbone of all efforts to decrease our carbon footprint. The sustainability of Lincoln is grounded in normal farm practice off-setting the carbon footprint generated by our urban centres. 6. The CofE4Ag galvanizes the role of the Town of Lincoln to work with everyone who derives their income from farm related operations and to enable commercial and industrial business that relies on the Lincoln Official Plan to diversify and grow their economic opportunities. What’s next for Lincoln as the branding grows? 1. We are awaiting the final approval of the Lincoln Official Plan from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing who in 2015, dubbed Lincoln as the,”Greenbelt Champs” because of our recognition of farmers and the primacy of agricultural land. 2. The Town of Lincoln is working with OMAFRA to receive formal validation of the principles by which the CofE4Ag will operate. See BRANDING, Page 23
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3. OMAFRA have agreed to facilitate the first meeting of stakeholders planned for April, 2016. We expect representative farmers from all sectors, agriculture related organizations, education institutions, research, land and water preservation interests to attend. 4. Council will formalize the branding through our economic development plan and promotional opportunities through every means practical. 5. The ecological goods and services contributed by normal farm practice will be further quantified. 6. The Town of Lincoln will continue to proactively pursue growth in the commercial and industrial clusters As Lincoln’s CofE4Ag evolves, we expect that other municipalities in Niagara and the GTHA will modify their Official Plans in order to bring attention to the contribution that Ag. Food and Ag.Tourism play in their local economies. The model we are implementing recognizes the need for coordination and focus for the many organizations that represent the interests of Agriculture. What does this mean for non-agriculture related business & their future in Lincoln? The Town of Lincoln in its role as enabler of economic development is improving our open for business message by working with current, potential and new businesses.
This includes the passing of By-Laws that provide incentives through both local and regional programmes. It includes working with economic development staff at the Region and with developers to ensure we implement good urban design principles at a time when the province’s Places to Grow plan prescribes housing density formulas particularly as they relate to transportation hubs and the building of complete communities. It includes the Town of Lincoln Council in co-operation with its citizens, defining our vision for Lincoln to developers, consultants and other levels of government. There is an advantage for clusters of specialized manufacturing that support agriculture to be located in the same geographical area and to establish supply chain businesses where the movement of goods and services can benefit from each other. Sometimes this involves traditional agriculture-based busi-
ness and at other times unrelated business will engage in supporting agriculture processing or the manufacturing of equipment or parts. The Town of Lincoln is available to support and enable all business interests. In summary, as with every municipality, large and small, with innovation and technology and changing demographics comes real change. Lincoln has been changing for some time but we still maintain that perfect size and mix, that quaint beauty that you tell us should never change. We are changing. We change when we see young families moving into our community and seniors aging, we see new amenities coming to serve young and old. We see the design of our communities improving with input of Lincoln citizens and the commitment and cooperation of developers and architects. We see increased investments by Council in the municipality in
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areas of soft services like parks and community spaces, and we will continue to invest in roads and our subsurface infrastructure. Both are important as we evolve and become a leader in the Region. Like only a few other municipalities in the Region – and I would say in the GTA – we have the QEW, a significant transportation corridor running through our community. We have a wonderful waterfront and we have a beautiful landscape. This positions us well for spin-offs and increased investment. We have tourism and world class wineries in our backyard. We have restaurants ranked among the top in the country. As a Council and Community, we are all cheerleaders for those gifts, while also supporting the innovative and entrepreneurial spirit that makes Lincoln a great place to live, work and play. Together we have and will continue to realize our potential and celebrate our history.
The Fleming Centre is an integral part of Lincoln’s future.
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Wellness for all ages Beamsville Massage Therapy & Wellness was established in 2013 by Natasha Clarke and has grown to include such Al-Kwan R.A.c., natural health R.TCMP services such as Registered Acupuncture, Manual Lymph Drainage, Osteopath Techniques, Registered Nutrition and most recently Kinesiology Taping. Massage is no longer only for fancy spa goers and an elite few looking to relax for an hour. In fact, Massage Therapy and wellness practices are Amy Mills R.N.T., L.E. rapidly
becoming an important part of everyday life for all walks of life. Most extended health care benefits have recognized the importance of these services and are incorporating them into their coverage packages. Our team has a passion for aiding clients in their recovery process and their overall well being. “Our clinic is dedicated to our clients of Natasha Clarke R.M.T. all ages from infants to seniors”, states Natasha. “We offer many ongoing workshops such as Infant Massage Workshop, Yoga and Meditation evening workshops, and Wellness & Nutrition info sessions. It’s about the whole body and mind for all ages bringing health and relax-
ation needs into full circle.” At the end of this month we will be offering a NEW winter workshop “Make a Mala-Meditation Jula Barfai R.M.T. Monday”, we will be teaming up with Andrea of Ganga Moon Yoga who will be leading a session of meditation and Ingrid-Jane of Conscious Jude who will be demonstrating and allowing participants to be creative and make their very own mala necklace!!!! This is sure to be a memorable night with a good mix of relaxation and fun!!! Paula Shortt R.M.T.
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Since 1997... The Rotary Club of Lincoln has continued to provide service with a focus on supporting children and youth locally and internationally. Approximately 30 members provide the leadership for a variety of community projects. The club meets every Tuesday, 7:15 am – 8:30 am, at Ramada Jordan Beacon Harbourside Resort.
Strong supporter of Community and International programs including… • Beamsville District Secondary School
Rotary Medalists y Pathways to Opportunity Co-operative Education Employer Recognition Award
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Rotary Youth Exchange y SLAPSHOT (Student Leadership Award Program for Students High on Training) RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Award)
• Community Care of West Niagara • Upper Deck Youth Centre, Vineland • Big Brothers Big Sisters Grimsby, Lincoln, West Lincoln • Town of Lincoln Children’s Programs • Proud sponsor of Jordan Lions Minor Softball Team. • Khazimula Children’s Project, Lidgetton, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa • The Rotary Foundation & End Polio Now Campaign
Annual Community Fundraising Events including ... NINE, WINE & DINE – JUNE 20, 2016, Twenty Valley Golf Course
9 holes of golf & entertainment, $125.00/ golfer y REGISTER ONLINE – www.lincolnrotary.ca SUNSET MUSIC SERIES – JULY & AUGUST 2016, The Rotary Shell, Charles Daley Park Free concerts 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm every Tuesday night y www.sunsetmusicseries.ca WING-DING: LINCoLN RoTARY WINGFEST – JULY 22, 23, 24, 2016, Charles Daley Park Food, Music, Shopping & Fun for the Whole Family y FREE ADMISSION y PARKING $5 PER VEHICLE www.rotarywingding.com LAMPLIGHTER ToUR – NOVEMBER 17-20, 2016, Location to be announced Bringing Lincoln’s history to life through original theatre y Online ticket sales begin in Fall 2016 www.lamplightertour.com
For more information on becoming a member of the Rotary Club of Lincoln please check our website or Facebook Page. General inquiries: Website: Facebook:
club@lincolnrotary.ca www.lincolnrotary.ca Rotary Club of Lincoln
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Lincoln is ready for an evolution, building on solid economic history By Mike Kirkopoulos CAO, Town of LIncoln The Town of Lincoln is set to experience an evolution the likes of which it has never seen. Lincoln’s time is now. However, in order to know where we are going we must look at from where we came. Lincoln is comprised of the villages of Beamsville, Campden, Jordan, Jordan Harbour, Jordan Station, Rockway, Tintern, Vineland and Vineland Station. In the middle of Hamilton and Niagara Falls, Lincoln is located on the Queen Elizabeth Way, one of the countries busiest transportation corridors and goods movement networks. Lincoln is well known for its wineries, farmlands and orchards. History and residents’ healthy appreciation for local heritage also play an important role in the town’s culture, with many heritage properties, historic buildings, and special events highlighting Lincoln’s rich settlement and farming history. Though the area’s first known inhabitants were Aboriginal peoples, European settlers arrived in 1777 and included those who had fought on the British side of the American War of Independence. The Town was founded by United Empire Loyalist Jacob Beam in 1788. Today, Lincoln is home
Lincoln has it all: lush greenery, room to grow, and immediate market access. that succeed and show trade and real estate to thousands of Dutch, resiliency. We are in a services. East Asian, Ukrainian, global economy, one Lincoln continues to Slovak, German, that requires us to think be a leading area for Italian and United globally and act locally. tender fruit production Empire Loyalist famiThis already happens and grape growing. Its lies. more than we know. wines are achieving inThe town welcomes We have world class ternational recognition visitors to its many and winning awards for wines as highlighted wineries, orchards and by the NY Times, some quality. The town also attractions annually. of the top restaurants has the largest concenSome 50+ of the Niagin Canada as rated by tration of greenhouse ara regions 70 wineries the Huffington Post; we operators in Canada. are located right here in have small and medium So what does all this Lincoln! Between winersay about where we are sized companies that ies and farming, these are making impacts on going as a community contribute hundreds of a global and national and as a municipality? millions into the local scale. Companies like It says we have a rich economy. history that must be re- Ferguson Neudorf, This unique and diCourt Industries, Westverse community is also spected and utilized to brook Greenhouses and enhance our future. home to a number of The province has said Tigchelaar Berries just thriving key industries, to name a few. Right that those municipaliincluding agriculture here in Vineland, we ties that can diversify (and related activities), their economies and also have the Vineland construction, profesfocus on their inherent Research and Innovation sional, scientific and technical services, retail gifts will be the ones See MARKETING, Page 27
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From Page 26 Centre (VRIC) doing world-class research. Lincoln’s close proximity to Brock University and Niagara College is also an asset as companies can draw on the vast knowledge of students. We also have inherent geographical beauty in the Balls Falls Conservation area and elements of the Green Belt Route. Charles Daley Park on the waterfront is an amazing recreational location and can be a future cultural opportunity for our community. Coupled with the beauty of Jordon and the Twenty Valley, we have gifts others can only imagine. All this collectively bodes well for us becoming a complete
community. We are already there in a lot of ways. We are a community filled with employment, residential, tourism and educational opportunities. But that doesn’t mean we can sit back and let it happen to us. We must be enablers and facilitators. We must focus on solutions and creativity. We must be innovative and open for business. That doesn’t mean we don’t have a say in how things change, but rather, spell out in vision and with clarity what we want, and then go after it. We are one of few municipalities in the Niagara Region that are fortunate to have the QEW crossing right through it and we are also one of four GO stops being planned as we pursue GO Transit
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for the Niagara Region. This is significant. These transportation corridors are what connects us to the global economy and contributes to jobs and moving both people and goods. Another key opportunity for us will be what we do with the current Prudohmme’s Landing site. This is the largest parcel of yet to be developed waterfront property in the Golden Horseshoe. We must work with all stakeholders and the broader community to make it a jewel and a gateway for the region and our town. For those of you that don’t know - we are the 3rd fastest growing municipality in the Niagara Region - and in terms of how Council and staff are running the municipality - we have
the 3rd lowest Net Municipal Levy Per Capita. In other words, we are managing our business right, keeping taxes at a level that is appropriate and demonstrating value for the services we provide. Moving forward we have to continue to make prudent investments. At the end of the day however, all this isn’t important if we can’t work with our partners - be that the community, other public sector institutions, our volunteers, senior levels of government and the private sector. In order to reach our fullest potential, we must continue to build relationships and foster them. Only by working together will we have the competitive advantage to achieve all we can be.
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Convos THE place to be for teens Since opening its doors in 2013, Convos has become an oasis for many Lincoln teens. And why not? With Conversations Cafe owners Deborah and David Dueck and their team as hosts, area youth can enjoy a fun atmosphere complete with complementary games (pool, card and board games, bubble hockey, chess and more), big screen TV, comfy chairs, free wi-fi, snacks and beverages. “We opened this business with this youth in mind,” said Deborah. “(Husband) David and I have been very fortunate. We have five great teens ourselves, jobs, our health. Not everyone has that in their lives.” “Convos is a way to pay that forward.” Pay it forward, indeed. The teens who hang out in the back room of the eatery, located at the corner of King and Ontario Streets in Beamsville, appreciate every second of time there. “I come every day after school,” said one 15-year-old boy chillin’ on a Sunday afternoon. “This is a great meeting spot. All my friends hang out here. The people, the staff, Deb – they all make a fun atmosphere. It gets pretty hyped with some great conversations.” Volunteers, both other teens and adults, help out from time to time. Deb noted, just like any
Conversations Cafe owner Deborah Dueck, left, and staff - like Jade Neilson - are waiting to serve you. other organization, volunteers apply and police background checks are conducted. “There are some really cool adults who come in,” said another teen. “They’ll by just to chat and hang out or shoot a game of pool.” Deborah said she always needs mentors so Convos can continue to give teens guidance - as well as a safe place to hang out. “By having people come in and share their life stories, it encourages the youth that they, too, have potential and a great future ahead,” she said. “The kids always seem to ask the adults,
“What’s the worst thing you ever did?’ But it is more than that. What they really want to know is that they can make something of themselves. By having people come in and talk to them about their life experience, it can be an example of how to succeed.” There are teens who visit Convos for a host of different reasons. For some it is purely social. For others it is necessity. With the help of the volunteers and donations, the staff do what they can to help everyone who needs it. “Nobody will go hungry here. We offer a 10 per cent discount on everything, but if we have
someone who needs a meal, they’ll get it. There are also complementary snacks and drinks when we have organized dinners or special events, too,” said Deborah. She has an application for registered charitable status in the works, and it is expected to come through soon. A series of activities are teed up for March Break, so Convos will be a beehive of activity. As well this year, the Convos Team has welcomed Brad Cook as its full-time director and youth worker. While they like to keep the atmosphere very relaxed, there are rules. Oddly enough, it is rarely the staff who need to enforce them. “The kids really appreciate what they have here and, for the most part, they police themselves. When a new teen comes in, they will find out pretty quick there is no swearing, for example,” said Deborah. “These are amazing youth - and we are privileged to have the chance to get to know them and encourage them in their decisions, struggles and future aspirations.” To find out more about Convos, volunteer, or come to the cafe and enjoy a coffee - knowing all proceeds are helping our local youth email: convos@outlook.com
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